Parish Staff Rev. Justin Nguyen Ext. 203 Pastor frjustin@stmartindp.org

Edward Rositas Ext. 210 Deacon - Pastoral Associate Director of Faith Formation deaconed@stmartindp.org

Javier Herrera Deacon deaconjavier@stmartindp.org

Dan Pearson 512-784-6978 Deacon deacondan@stmartindp.org

Geoff Unger Deacon deacongeoff@stmartindp.org

Judy Tixier Ext. 202 Business Manager businessmgr@stmartindp.org

Kevin Kapchinski Ext. 204 Director of Worship & Evangelization worship@stmartindp.org

Stephanie Charba-Mire Music Assistant music@stmartindp.org

Michele Van Nostrand Ext. 206 Associate Director of Faith Formation ccre@stmartindp.org

Mary Gomez Ext. 201 Clergy Administrative Asst. office@stmartindp.org

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Office Hours Monday–Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm (Closed from 12:00pm – 1:00pm) After Hours Parish Emergency 512-618-9691 SVdP Financial Assistance Ext. 209 Masses Weekends: Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 8:15am, 11:00am, 5:00pm 1:30pm (Spanish) Weekdays:

Tuesday 5:30pm Wednesday 12:00pm Thursday 5:30pm 7:00pm (Spanish) Friday 12:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday 6:00pm–7:00pm Wednesday & Friday 11:30am–11:55am Saturday 4:00pm–4:45pm or by appointment

St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church

Psalm 147: 3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds”

JULY 14, 2019 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

The Good Samaritan in today’s reading is the prototype of Gospel charity, of service to our “neighbor.” “Good Samaritans” are, quite simply, people who live out the law of Moses, “You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your being, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.” People who recognize every human being as their neighbor permit nothing, not prejudices, stereotypes, complications or costs, from preventing them hearing their cry for help and responding to their plight.

The parable of the Good Samaritan calls us to embrace a vision of faith that sees every man, woman and child – regardless of whatever labels society has assigned to them – as our “neighbors.” Christ teaches us, his disciples, to look beyond what divides us from one another and to focus on what unites us; to put aside our own needs and wants; to embrace the needs and wants of others; to see our own wealth as a means to bring healing and hope into the lives of those who have little.

Jesus asks the lawyer, “Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the man who fell in with robbers?” The lawyer answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.” It would seem that in asking the lawyer this question, Jesus was saying to him, “You asked me, ‘who was my neighbor?’ That was the wrong question. The question you should have asked me was; ‘to whom can I BE neighbor?’ And the answer to that question is, ‘the first poor person you meet on the road.’ “ Every day, we encounter people who are in a ditch of discouragement, who have been beaten and bruised by the abuse and anger of others, who have been left near dead in frustrating hopelessness. We don’t have to look very far to find such “victims” and we can become Good Samaritans by extending to them compassion, understanding and a support.

Deacon Dan

Immaculate Heart of Mary Statue Has Arrived!

Our new Immaculate Heart of Mary Statue has arrived and is in an alcove in the St. Dymphna Center. This new statue joins the existing Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue already in the St. Dymphna Center. The St. Martin de Porres statue is now back in the church where he belongs. Many thanks to the donors who donated this new statue. The tradition of the church is to place the most important figure to the left when looking forward. Jesus is God so goes to the left while Mary goes to the right. In the church, Mary is to the left while Joseph is to the right since Mary is Mother of God.

Welcome Father Justin!

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Upcoming bulletin deadlines: Friday, July 19th for the July 28th, August 4th & 11th bulletin submit by noon via email communications@stmartindp.org

The Prayer Blanket Ministry will hold a work session on Thursday, July 18th from 10:00am to 1:00pm in Room 4 St. Dominic. Tying fleece blankets could be a great summer activity; stop in and see how it's done!

ORGANIZATIONS

The Friday Co-op still has openings for 2019-2020. Join us on Friday, August 2nd at 10:00am to learn more and/or register for the next year. For further information

about the Friday Co-op and other ministry programs, please visit our website at www.stmartindp.org/homeschool-ministry or email Melissa Reaves at mandmreaves@gmail.com.

The St Martin de Porres senior group, Texas Trotters will dine and fellowship at the Red Lobster Restaurant, 3815 S Lamar Blvd on July 16, 2019. We will meet at the restaurant at noon. If you need a ride and information please contact Donna Miller at 512-301-7811. All are invited to join this group of lovely of young seniors.

FAITH FORMATION

The Monday Night Faith Study Series Presents:

The Wild Goose is a work of the Holy Spirit, which is awakening in the hearts of all those participating in God’s love and transforming power. This is a love that has been revealed to us by Jesus Christ and that leads us to our heavenly Father. As you walk through this series, pray for the Spirit to breathe life into your heart.

Dates: July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12 - 2019 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm Location: St. Paul Room, # 5 Register at www.stmartindp.org/faithstudy

Come and see" (John 1:39)

Those seeking to develop a deeper relationship with Christ through full initiation into the Roman Catholic Church are guided through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program. The RCIA Program for 2019 will begin in September. Those interested are encouraged to register as early as possible.

For more information, please go to our website at www.stmartindp.org/rcia

or contact Deacon Edward Rositas at 512-858-5667, X210 or email at deaconed@stmartindp.org

Come Holy Spirit: A Day of Spiritual Healing, Direction and Renewal San Marcos Deanery Catechist Retreat Saturday, August 3rd 8:30am - 3:30pm in the St. Dymphna Center All are welcome to attend Free to catechists $15 for guests (breakfast and lunch are included) Contact Michele Van Nostrand for registration information.

Catechist recruitment begins Sunday, July 28th after all Masses Please consider answering the call to this rewarding vocation. Contact Michele Van Nostrand for available classes Faith Formation registration will begin after Masses the weekend of August 3/4. Registration forms will be available online beginning Monday, August 5th.

LITURGICAL

Come and share your gift of song with the Lord by offering prayer through music during the Holy sacrifice of the Mass. All are welcome to audition for the 11:00am choir on the evenings of August 6th and 15th, which will be held from 6:00pm-8:30pm in room 6 St. Cecilia. Please contact: Kevin Kapchinski, Worship@stmartindp.org or Stephanie Mire, music@stmartindp.org to schedule your time slot or if you need to arrange for another time and date.

'Let the Word of Christ, in all its richness, find a home with you. Teach each other, and advise each other, in all wisdom. With gratitude in your hearts, sing psalms and hymns and inspired songs to God; and whatever you say or do, let it be in the name of the Lord Jesus, in thanksgiving to God the Father through him.'-Colossians 3:16-17"

Attention MOMS! Registration for the next M.O.M.S. group is starting will begin in August. We will have a Social and Informational Meeting on Wednesday, August 21st at 7:00pm in Room 5 St. Paul for all those who would like to learn more. This year, we are going to be doing a book study on Getting Past Perfect: How to Find Joy and Grace in the Messiness of Motherhood by Kate Wicker.

M.O.M.S. (Ministry of Moms Sharing) is a ministry committed to the spiritual development of all mothers and is designed to provide an opportunity for community and connection for women at all stages of motherhood. Meetings are held once a month on Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, starting in September and ending in May. If you would like to register or have questions about this ministry, please email Emily Austin at emilyaustin31@gmail.com. We hope you will join us!

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Are you missing a loved one? Grief is a normal reaction to losing someone you love. You are invited to the Grief Sharing group meetings, a safe place to find support. Meetings are held the first and third Monday of each month. Our next meeting will be held on Monday, July 15th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm in the St. Dymphna Room 1. For more information, contact Abby Caswell at abby.caswell60@gmail.com

ADULT ESL (English) Classes Our “new and improved” Adult English as a Second Language ministry will begin again this fall. Multiple levels of classes – Beginner to Advanced - will be offered and run for the whole year. We will use a textbook that meets Texas state ESL learning standards. Registration for Adult ESL (English) classes will be after the Spanish masses on July 21st and July 28th. The cost for the entire year is $50.00 and includes the textbook. Payment is due at registration to allow for book ordering. Classes will be Mondays 6:30pm–8:30pm, starting on September 8th and ending in May 2020 with a celebration. Also, our ministry is in need of ESL (English) teachers and assistants. You DO NOT need to know Spanish, nor do you need to have teaching experience! Textbooks and class plans will be given to you, as well as training and support. Please con-sider volunteering with us! You can contact Sheila Bermudez at 512- 842-7197 or for more information.

Teen ACTS - Calling all incoming 9th-12th graders! Want to start the new school year off right? Then start it off with our second annual Teen ACTS retreat August 8th-11th. This is a one of a kind experience organized by your peers and is a great opportunity to get plugged in to your faith community here at St. Martin de Porres. Sign up info and more can be found at smdpyouth.com/forms

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En la lectura de hoy, El Buen Samaritano, es el prototipo de caridad en el Evangelio, de servicio a nuestro “vecino”. “Buenos Samaritanos” son simplemente, gente que vive de acuerdo a la ley de Moisés, “Debes amar al Señor, tu Dios, con todo tu corazón, con todo tu ser, con toda tu fuerza, y con toda tu mente, y a tu vecino como a ti mismo.” La gente que reconoce a cada ser humano como su vecino, no permite que nada, prejuicios, estereotipos, complicaciones o costes, se interpongan en su camino a la hora de escuchar el llanto del necesitado; para así responder a su ayuda. La parábola del Buen Samaritano nos llama a abrazar una visión de la fe que ve a cada hombre, mujer y niño como nuestros “vecinos”, sin tener en cuenta las etiquetas sociales que se les hayan asignado. Cristo nos enseña a nosotros, sus discípulos, a mirar más delante de lo que nos divide, y a enfocarnos en lo que nos une; nos ensena a dejar de lado nuestras propias necesidades y lo que queremos; y abrazar las necesidades y deseos de los demás.; a ver nuestra propia riqueza como un medio para llevar la curación y la esperanza a la vida de esos que tienen poco. Jesús pregunta al abogado: “¿Quién de estos tres, en tu opinión, fue vecino del hombre que cayó en mano de los ladrones?” El abogado respondió, “El que le trató con misericordia.” Parecería que, haciéndole esta pregunta al abogado, Jesús le esta preguntado: “Tú me preguntas a Mí, ‘¿quién era mi vecino? ‘Eso sería la pregunta equivocada. La pregunta que deberías haberme preguntado seria, ‘¿De quién puedo SER vecino?’ Y la respuesta a esa pregunta es, ‘de la primera persona pobre que encuentres en la carretera.’ ” Todos los días, nos encontramos con gente que se encuentra en la cuneta del desaliento, que han sido golpeados y magullados por el abuso y el enfado de otros, que han sido dejados al borde de la muerte en frustrante desesperanza. No tenemos que mirar muy lejos para encontrarnos estas “victimas”. Y podemos convertirnos en Buenos Samaritanos simplemente extendiéndoles nuestra compasión, entendimiento y apoyo. Diacóno Dan

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¿Extraña usted un amado? La pena es una reacción normal a la pérdida de alguien que usted ama. Venga a la reuniones del grupo Compartiendo Penas, que es un lugar seguro para encontrar el apoyo. Las reuniones son el primer y tercer lunes de cada mes, la próxima junta será el 15 de julio de 6:30pm a 8:00pm en el centro de Santa Dymphna, cuarto numero 1. Para más información se ponen en contacto con Abby Caswell en abby.caswell60@gmail.com.

Horario para Jueves Misa Diaria en Español cada Jueves a las 7:00pm

Primer Jueves: Misa de Sanación a las 7:00pm

Segundo Jueves: Grupo de Oración a las 7:30pm

Tercer Jueves: Hora Santa a las 7:30pm

Cuarto y Quinto Jueves: Grupo de Oración a las 7:30pm

Clases de Bautismo para Padres y Padrinos La próxima clase será el 28 de julio de 11:00am - 1:00pm. El ultimo día para registrarse es el 22 de julio. Para registrarse pase a la oficina de la iglesia lunes - jueves de 10:00am - 12:00pm o 1:00pm - 5:00pm hable con Laura Zordilla o registre en línea al www.stmartindp.org/bautismo

La clase comenzará puntualmente a tiempo y todas las formas deberían ya sido completado. Favor de llegar por lo menos 15 minutos antes para asegurar esto. Su atención completa es requerida por lo tanto preguntamos que los Padres y los Padrinos asistan la clase sin niños.

Clases de Inglés para Adultos Nuestro “nuevo y mejorado” ministerio de Inglés como Segundo Idioma para Adultos comenzará nuevamente este otoño. Se ofrecerán varios niveles de clases, de principiante a avanzado, que se desarrollarán durante todo el año. Usaremos un libro de texto que cumpla con los estándares de aprendizaje de ESL del estado de Texas.

La inscripción para las clases de ESL para adultos será después de las misas de español el 21 de julio y el 28 de julio. El costo para todo el año es de $50.00 e incluye el libro de texto. El pago se debe realizar en el registro para permitir el pedido de libros. Las clases serán los lunes de 6:30pm a la 8:30PM, comenzando el 8 de septiembre y terminando en mayo de 2020 con una celebración.

Además, nuestro ministerio necesita maestros y asistentes de ESL (inglés). ¡Usted NO necesita saber español, ni necesita tener experiencia docente! Se le entregarán libros de texto y planes de clase, así como capacitación y apoyo. Por favor considere ser voluntario con nosotros! Puede comunicarse con Sheila Bermúdez al (512) 842-7197 o para obtener más información.

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