A.C.T.S. Core Juan Ramirez Altar Servers Richard Salas Breakfast Ministry Graciela Rivera Cristo Rey Society Clara Nieto Eucharistic Ministry Gerardo Naylor Environment Graciela Rivera Finance Committee Mario Riojas Guadalupanas Society Elena Salinas IHM Young Adults Maria Ramos Knights of Columbus Silvester Mireles

I H M CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Gabriel Ruiz, C.M.F. Associate Pastor: Rev. Malachy I. Osunwa, C.M.F. DEACONS Mr. Jorge Bonilla-Valentín Mr. Alfonso Cervantes OFFICE STAFF Patricia Vásquez - Business Manager Michelle Marín - Parish Secretary Lisa Martinez - Weekend Secretary Sandra Burks - Sacristan/Housekeeper Martin Piña - Maintenance Mary Salas - D.R.E. ST. ANTHONY CLARET COMMUNITY Rev. Gabriel Ruiz, C.M.F. Rev. Stephen Sherwood, C.M.F. Rev. Len Brown, C.M.F. Rev. Thomas Thennadiyil, C.M.F. Rev. Malachy I. Osunwa, C.M.F. Rev Mark Clarke, C.M.F. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament First Friday of the Month 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY / SÁBADO 8:00 A.M. (Marian Mass) Español 5:30 P.M. (Vigil) English (Ingles) SUNDAY / DOMINGO 9:00 A.M. English (Ingles) 10:30 A.M. Español (Spanish) 12:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) 5:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) MONDAY—FRIDAY / 12:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) CONFESSIONS / CONFESIONES Saturday (Sábado) 4:30 P.M. – 5:15 P.M. or by appointment CCD OFFICE Saturday-Sunday from 10 A.M.-2 P.M. (210) 251-4826

Mission Statement

Immaculate Heart of Mary is a home for all! We strive to bring people to God through the celebrations of the sacraments and the Word of God while addressing the special and spiritual needs of the parish: the poor, the youth, the elderly, the physically chal-lenged, the family and maintaining a multi-cultural heritage. Inmaculado Corazón de María es un hogar para todos! Nos esforzamos para llevar a la gente a Dios a través de la celebración de los sacramentos y la palabra de Dios, respon-diendo a las necesidades especiales y espirituales de la parroquia: los pobres, los jóvenes, los ancianos, los discapacitados, la familia y manteniendo un patrimonio multi-cultural.

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. SUNDAY 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 617 South Santa Rosa Ave. San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 226-8268 Fax (210) 226-2412

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Website: www.ihmsatx.org E-mail: admin@ihmsatx.org

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 8, 2017

Lectors Nancy Sierra Liturgy Committee Nancy Sierra Men’s Club Fred Rodríguez Pastoral Council Terry Olguin Religious Education Mary Salas Senior Program Olga Gonzales Ushers Julio Sierra Wedding Coordinator Lisa Martinez Women’s Club Estella Rodriguez Youth Ministry Julio Sierra

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Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 8, 2017

Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,

make your requests known to God. — Philippians 4:6

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — The vineyard of the L is the house of Israel (Isaiah 5:1-7). Psalm — The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel (Psalm 80). Second Reading — God’s peace will guard your hearts and minds (Philippians 4:6-9). Gospel — The kingdom of God will be given to those who will produce its fruit (Matthew 21:33-43)

Classes &Dates PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

For Registration requirements you can call the office, visit our website at www.ihmsatx.org or email us at ad-min@ihmsatx.org Registration closes the Friday, one week before the Baptism date. Register in the Parish office Monday–Friday 9am-1pm & 2pm-5:30pm.

PRIVATE BAPTISMS Please remember that baptisms are a community event as we are welcoming the Child into the Catholic Com-munity. Private baptisms should only be requested for medical emergencies and military deployment urgen-cies.

BAPTISM CLASSES October 20, 2017 (English)

GROUP BAPTISM Saturday, October 21st (English)

REGISTRATION BY:

Friday, October 13th

CLASES DE BAUTISMO 17 de Noviembre 2017 (Español)

BAUTISMO EN GRUPO Sabado, 18 de Nov. (Español)

REGISTRARSE PARA EL: Viernes, 10 de Noviembre

ESTUDIO DE BIBLIA Gracias a Dios, tenemos dos grupos de estudio biblia en Espa-ñol. Uno se reúne los Domingos a las 10:15am y el otro los días Miércoles a las 7pm.

FORMATION & SPIRITUALITY

LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — El Señor busca una cosecha de justi-cia (Isaías 5:1-7). Salmo — La viña del Señor es la casa de Israel (Salmo 80 [79]). Segunda lectura — Mora con pensamientos de pureza y justicia y sabrás lo que es la paz (Filipenses 4:6-9). Evangelio — La piedra que rechazaron los constructores se ha convertido en la piedra angular (Mateo 21:33-43).

Vigésimo Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 8 de octubre de 2017

No se inquieten por nada; más bien presenten en toda ocasión sus peticiones a Dios

en la oración y la súplica, llenos de gratitud. — Filipenses 4:6

NOCHE DE COMUNIDAD Every 3rd Monday we have community night for prayer, praise and community fellowship. Everyone is invited! ***Cada tercer Lunes tenemos la noche de la comunidad que es para alabanza, oración, y compañerismo. Invitamos a to-dos.

UPCOMING 2017 RETREATS We have a few dates for upcoming retreat. Take some time to nourish your soul and spirit. Don’t wait until it is too late! ***Tenemos unas fechas para retiros en 2017. Favor de crear un tiempecito para retro-alimentar su alma. Es uno de los se-cretos de paz y felicidad. No esperes hasta que sea demasiado tarde. • November 2nd-5th-- Women’s A.C.T.S. Retreat in English

1ST FRIDAY ROSARY The Guadalupanas Society would like to invite you to join them on 1st Friday at 11:30am to pray the rosary in the Church. Hope to see you all there. God Bless you! The next 1st Friday will be on November 3rd.

MONTHLY HOLY HOUR/HORA SANTA November 3rd is First Friday-We have Holy Hour and Eucharistic Adoration at 6:30pm. Come and spend time with Our Lord in the Blessed Eu-charist! ***3 de Noviembre es el primer Viernes-Tenemos la hora Santa y Adoración del Santísi-mo a las 6:30pm. Vengan a compartir unos mo-mentos en la presencia de Jesús Sacramentado.

ENGLISH BIBLE STUDY We have English Bible Study every Thursday at 6:30pm in the Parish office Conference room. Cost is $10 plus the cost of the study book. Each person is expected to bring a copy of the New American Bible. This year will be looking at the Gospel of Mark. All are welcomed and encouraged attend.

LITURGY MEETING On Tuesday, October 24th at 6:30pm there will be a Liturgy meeting for the planning of the Advent Masses and events. Coordinator of Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Altar Servers, Ushers, choirs & Guadalupana Society must be in attendance. Thank you. ***El jueves 24 de Octubre, a las 6:30pm habrá una reunión de Liturgia. En esta reunión planearemos las misas del tiempo de Adviento y otros eventos. Por favor, los coordinadores de ministros de la eucaristía, lectores, acólitos, ujieres, coros y sociedad Guadalupanas deben asistir.

BREAKFAST Served by the LECTORS after the 9:00a.m. and 10:30a.m. Masses. Join us for some good food and fellowship.

Tommy Contreras Omar Bustamante Cynthia Canales Angel Diaz Marcelina Cordova

Zuniga Family Santiago Delgado Rita Martinez Jessica Hensley Marilena Cordova

Rosalinda Vohs Mario Riojas Mary Lou Riojas Saul Valdez Jose A. Martinez

If you would like a name to be put on the prayer list please call the parish office at 210-226-8268 or email admin@ihmsatx.org

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 5:30 p.m. Holy Souls in Purgatory Sp. Int. Maria M. Garcia Birthday Jeff Sarfin Birthday SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 9:00 a.m. Tom McCarthy Archangels Sp. Int. Almighty God Sp. Int. 10:30 a.m. Guadalupanas Sp. Int. Carmen Ramirez Argelia Ruiz De Luna 12:00 p.m. Albert Vallejo Birthday Javier Maya Birthday Jose Alejandro Luna 5:00 p.m. ALL PARISHIONERS MONDAY, OCTOBER 9 12:00 p.m. Fernando J. Herrera Birthday TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 12:00 p.m. Almighty God Thanksgiving WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 12:00 p.m. Juan Jose Martinez Maria Louisa de la Garza Elena Gallo Holy Souls in Purgatory Sp. Int. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12 12:00 p.m. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13 12:00 p.m. Maria Teresa Cuellar Holy Souls in Purgatory Sp. Int. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 8:00 a.m. St. Callistus I Feast Day

Deadline for Mass intention requests must be submitted by Tuesday for the following week or any dates after and only upon availability. El ultimo día para solicitar intenciones de Misa debe ser en-viada antes del Martes para la semana siguiente o cualquier fecha posterior y solo cuando este disponible.

WEEKLY COLLECTION TOTALS OCTOBER 1, 2017 Regular Collection: $3285.87 IHM Maintenance Fund: $945.76 Children’s Collection: $212.96

Second collection will be gathered for the IHM Hope for the Fu-ture/Catholic Schools. Thank you for your generosity.

BREAKFAST MINISTRY SCHEDULE October 15th—KITCHEN CLOSED October 22nd—Knights of Columbus October 29th—Youth Group

FR. GABRIEL’S CONTACT LIST Fr. Gabriel is currently trying to update the parishioner contact information for future contact. Please call or stop by the parish office to update and/or verify your address, phone number and/or emails if you have them. Thank you! Please try to contact the office by this Friday, October 6th.

IHM FALL FESTIVAL-OCTOBER 14TH Next Saturday, October 14th from 12pm-12am is our Festival. We will be having music, food, drinks, a kids area, raffle and a whole lot more! You don’t want to miss it!!! No 5:30pm Mass. ***El próximo Sábado, 14 de Octubre de 12pm a las 12am es nuestro Festival. Tendremos música, comida, bebida, área de juego para los niños, rifa y mucho, mucho mas! No te lo pue-des perder!!! No habrá Misa a las 5:30pm.

IHM ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL RAFFLE Don’t forget to get your Raffle tickets!! Tickets are $5.00 each and are available in the Parish office. Raffle next week at the Parish Festival. Need not be present to win. Prizes include: ***No se olviden sus boletos de Rifa!! Están disponibles en la oficina. Boletos cuestan $5.00 cada uno. La rifa será el próximo semana du-

rante nuestro Festival. No tienes que estar presente para ga-nar. Premios incluye: A $5000.00 Gift Card, 60” HD TV, Jewelry store Gift Card, Camera, PlayStation and several retail gift cards.

TALLER DE MATRIMONIOS “Jesús sigue hacienda milagros, como lo hizo en las bodas de Cana” se les invita cordialmente a todos los matrimonios a vivir una experiencia enriquecedora para su relación de espo-sos, este próximo 21 de Octubre de 8am a 4pm hagan planes para asistir. Jesús y María serán los invitados de honor. Los esperamos!! Próxima semana se les fara mas detalles.

SANCTUARY LIGHT / ALTAR FLOWERS Please contact the Parish office to place your special intentions for the Sanctuary Light and/or the Altar flowers in memory of a loved one, a birthday, anniversary or special occasion.

WEDDINGS / QUINCEAÑERAS If you are planning a Wedding you need to contact the Parish office for requirements at least six months prior to the de-sired date. If you are planning a Quinceañera you need to contact the Parish office for requirements at least two months prior to the desired date.

IHM RETREAT CENTER and PARISH HALL The Retreat Center and Parish Hall are available for rental. Please contact the Parish office for more details.

ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE FESTIVAL Sunday, October 8th, from 12noon-10:00pm, St. James’ invites you to their 2017 Fall Festival on the parish grounds at 907 W. Theo. Make it a day for the whole family. Join us for food, games, bingo, raffle and music by: Raulito Navaira & Grupo Remedio and Roger Velasquez & the Latin Legendz.

ST. ANTHONY LEARNING CENTER *CAREER OPPORTUNITY* St. Anthony Learning Center is looking to fill two posi-tions: 1. Full Time Cook (7am-3:30pm) 2. Part-Time Teacher Aide Both positions require speaking and writing in English. Please contact Sr. Lucelia at 210-924-4443 for more information.

ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN ANTONIO ASSEMBLY 2017 Online registration is underway for the Assembly 2017, Saturday, November 4th on the Campus of St. Mary’s University. The event will unite clergy, religious and laity in spiritual communion to experience a life-changing encounter with our Lord. Registration is available online www.assemblysa.org or call 210-734-1911. ***Recuerda, ya están abiertas las inscripciones para la Asamblea 2017, que se llevara a cabo el sábado, 4 de noviembre, en las instalaciones de St. Mary’s University. El evento reunirá al clero, a religiosos y a laicos en comunión espiritual para escuchar el llamado del Espíritu a convertirse e Discípulos Misioneros. Las inscripciones en línea están disponibles en www.assemblysa.org o llamando al 210-734-1911.