Our Mission With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we, the Roman Catholic Community of Santiago de Compostela, aspire to proclaim in word and action the living Gospel of Jesus Christ.

A Roman Catholic Stewardship Church “You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, and you shall love your neighbor as yourself.” -Matthew 22: 34-40

MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday Vigil

5pm

Sunday

7am, 8:30am, 10:15am, 12pm, 1:45pm, 6pm (Español)

PAROCHIAL VICAR

Daily (Mon-Sat)

8am (Rosary following Mass)

Fr. Gregory Dick, O. Praem

First Friday

8am

WEEKEND ASSISTING PRIEST

National Holidays

8am

Fr. Thomas Paul K. Naval PASTOR

Fr. Stephen Lesniewski

Fr. Joseph Young

RECONCILIATION:

PRIEST IN RESIDENCE

Dan Diesel DEACON

Friday

4pm-5pm

Saturday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Humberto Ramirez

PERPETUAL ADORATION:

DEACON

First Friday

8am-7:45am

Benediction

Saturday 8am

MASS WITH ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Second Saturday

8am

HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION: Vigil

6pm

Holy Day

8am, 6pm, 7:30pm (Español)

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Fri

8:30am-1pm, 2pm-8:30pm

Sunday

9am-12pm, 1pm-5:30pm

PARISH OFFICE PHONE NUMBERS:

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Communications

X236

Facilities

X226

Finance & Business Mgr

X224

Hispanic Ministries

X239

Maintenance

X237

Music Ministry

X229

R.C.I.A.

X231

Religious Education

X230

Youth Ministry

X233

21682 LAKE FOREST, LAKE FOREST, CA 92630 • OFFICE: 949-951-8599 • FAX: 949-951-2687 SDCCATHOLIC.ORG

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Sunday/Domingo, October 29 6:30am 8:00am 8:00am 9:00am 11:00am 2:00pm

Welcome Table (Plaza) Cristo Rey-Retreat (Kitchen, Rooms E-H) RCIA (Rooms B-C and Santiago Room) Library Open El Señor de los Milagros (Rooms B, C, J, and K) Confirmation Leader Meeting (Library)

Monday/Lunes, October 30 8:00am 9:00am 4:00pm 5:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm

Daily Mass (Church) Library Open Religious Ed. (Rooms B-I Santiago, and Church) Religious Education (Rooms J-K) Chorale Music Ministry (Church) Santo Rosario (Chapel) Social Justice Meeting (Room A)

Tuesday/Martes, October 31 8:00am 1:30pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm

Daily Mass (Church) Homeschool Music Class (Rooms A-C) Crafts for Christ (Library) Holy Day of Obligation Mass (Church) Cub Scouts (Room A) Cristo Rey (Library) Coro (Church) Spiritual Exercise of St. Ignatius (Chapel)

Wednesday/Miércoles, November 1 8:00am 8:30am 6:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm

Daily Mass (Church) Bible Study (Rooms E-H, Kitchen, and Santiago) Children’s Choir (Church) Holy Day of Obligation Mass (Church) Knights of Columbus (Room A) Ensemble Music Ministry (Room B) Our Lady Queen of Peace Rosary (Chapel) Bible Study (Rooms E-H, Kitchen, and Library) Landings (Room D) Misa de Obligación (Church)

Thursday/Jueves, November 2 8:00am 6:45pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm

Daily Mass (Church) Clase de Biblia (Rooms D-I) Writers’ Workshop (Library) Adult RCIA-English (Santiago Room) Misa de los Fieles Difuntos (Church) Santiago Minstrels (Room A)

Friday/Viernes, November 3 7:00am 8:00am 9:30am 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm

Christian Men in Commerce (Room A) Daily Mass (Church) Al-anon (Room J) Confessions (Church) Grupo de Crochet (Library) Formación en la Fe (Rooms B-K) Baptism Class (Lecture Hall) Holy Hour (Church)

Saturday/Sabado, November 4 7:00am 8:00am 8:00am 10:00am 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:30pm

Catholic Men’s Fellowship (Rooms E-H and Santiago) Daily Mass (Church) Burrito Ministry (Kitchen) Baptisms (Church) Kyrie Music Ministry (Room A) Confessions (Church) Welcome Table (Plaza)

Schedule Subject to Change

Prayers for the Sick Enrique Alferez, Ofelia Alvizo, Burgos Family, Matthew Burgos, Sandy Beck Camon, Mayela Carbajal, Mr. Caschetta, David Castillo, Brenda Castrellon, Castro Family, Sara Chacón, Cherie Deeble, Duran MAY Farrell, 21, 2017 Family, Helen Farrell, Patrick Susan Fiedler, Marta and Mike Fowler, Josephine Garcia, Michael S. Garcia, Robert Garcia, Bill Goebel, Kathy Goebel, Bea Gougeon, Rev. Dave Gruver, John Gutierrez, Mary Jane Haas, Andy Heidesch, Mark Hume, Dona Krohn, Frank LeFranco, Takoa Last, Orlando Lossi, Leon Lu, Guadalupe Meza, Jesus Meza, Karim Moftakhar, Mary Odierna, Clara Overveck, Lumi Palacio, Erika Pena, Cyrus Rhee, Adeline Rothchild, Rachel Ruelas, Armando Ruiz, Rose Ruiz, Ilda Sánchez, Doris Sinclair, Irene Sullivan, Jose Vargas. Please note: In order to keep the list current, names will remain on the list for six weeks. Please resubmit after that time by contacting: [email protected].

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday

(8am) (8am) (8am) (8am) (8am) (8am) (5pm) (7am) (8:30am) (10:15am) (12pm) (1:45pm) (6pm)

Fr. Stephen Lesniewski Carmencita Naval All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls † All Souls †

Readings for the Week Monday:

Rom 8:12-17; Ps 68:2, 4, 6-7ab, 20-21; Lk 13:10-17 Tuesday: Rom 8:18-25; Ps 126:1b-6; Lk 13:18-21 Wednesday: Rv 7:2-4, 9-14; Ps 24:1-6; 1 Jn 3:1-3; Mt 5:1-12a Thursday: Wis 3:1-9; Ps 23:1-6; Rom 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; Jn 6:37-40, or any readings from no. 668 or from Masses for the Dead, nos. 1011-1016 Friday: Rom 9:1-5; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Lk 14:1-6 Saturday: Rom 11:1-2a, 11-12, 25-29; Ps 94:12-13a, 14-15, 17-18; Lk 14:1, 7-11 Sunday: Mal 1:14b — 2:2b, 8-10; Ps 131:1-3; 1 Thes 2:7b-9, 13; Mt 23:1-12 First Friday Holy Hour—November 3rd Each first Friday of the month we have 24 hour Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (from 8am Friday to 8am Saturday) with the Holy Hour of Prayer on Friday at 7pm. Adoration ends Saturday morning with Benediction before the 8am Mass.

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For these gifts we are grateful: Sunday Offertory (10/22/17) Sunday Offertory:

$

15,671.51

Average Weekly Parish Pay:

$

5,364.04

Total Budgeted Sunday Offertory:

$ 22,350.00

$ 21,035.55

MAY 21, 2017

$ (1,314.45) Building Fund:

$

141.00

World Mission Sunday:

$ 5,467.00

WE HAVE MADE THE SWITCH Welcome to the WeShare family! Following this week’s transition, here are several things to keep in mind as you familiarize yourself with WeShare. We take the security of your website seriously. We take the security of the website seriously. Donors’ recurring donations will continue as scheduled. But donors must authenticate their account and email to receive WeShare emails to make any changes to their account or receive WeShare emails. The first time donors enter the system-they will have to go through a onetime validation requiring:

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Their ParishPay user name The last 4 digits of the bank account or credit card used with ParishPay And ONE of the following two options:

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Their email address

A collection name and the specific amount donated within the last 6 months For assistance, email [email protected] or call (800) 950-9953 and select Option 1.

St. Vincent de Paul Special Collection TODAY! October 29th and October 30th This weekend we are having a special collection for Santiago’s St. Vincent de Paul ministry. Please place your donation in the special envelopes designated for this cause. All other donations placed in the basket without an envelope will be for the parish. Please make checks payable to St. Vincent de Paul. Thank you for your generosity.

Holy Day of Obligation- Solemnity of All Saints Wednesday, November 1st The Church celebrates All Saints Day honoring those who have been canonized or beatified, and the multitude of those who are in heaven enjoying the beatific vision that are only known to God. All Saints Day is a Holy Day of Obligation which means all Catholics are obliged to attend Mass. All Saints Day Mass Times: •Vigil Mass: Tuesday October 31st at 6pm •Wednesday, November 1st at 8am and 6pm •Wednesday, November 1st at 7:30pm (Spanish) All Souls Day Mass Times: •Thursday, November 2nd at 7pm (Spanish)

ALL SOULS DAY ENVELOPES The month of November is the Month of All Souls. If you wish to remember your faithfully departed at Daily Mass, use the envelope in the pews for this purpose as a gift to honor those who have enriched our lives. We ask you to PRINT the name of your loved ones on the envelope and include your generous donation. You may either place it in the offertory basket or drop off in the Parish Office.

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA PATIO UPDATES Great news! On November 8th, all bids are due and by November 13th it will finalize the last steps to select a contractor. Our ground breaking ceremony will be on Sunday, November 19th at 4:30pm. God willing, if everything goes well, the construction will start by the end of November. We appreciate all generous donations for the building fund. Please keep praying for this project as we finalize the construction process.

NATIONAL NEEDS SPECIAL COLLECTION November 4th and November 5th Next weekend, we will be having a special collection for all national needs. This combines the collections for Catholic Campaign for Human Development, the Catholic Communication Campaign, and the Catholic University of America. Please use the envelopes found in the pews to place your donation. We appreciate your contributions and generosity.

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BULLETIN SUBMISSION REMINDER Articles are due Wednesday 12:00pm, eleven (11) days in advance of the issue in which you would like it to appear. For most events or activities, publication of an announcement in two or three bulletins is sufficient. The editor reserves the right to edit an announcement for space or content. Sometimes a run request cannot be honored due to space limitations. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

NOVEMBER BULLETIN SUBMISSION DUE DATES: • •

November 12th Edition: Submission DUE on October 30th November 26th Edition: Submission DUE on November 13th Stay tuned for NEW bulletin changes in the next few weeks!

MASS OF REMEMBRANCE November 5th at 12:00pm October 30th is the deadline to submit the name of your deceased immediate family member who has entered eternal life November 2016 until present. Please send email to [email protected] to have them included.

Daylight Savings Time ends next weekend, November 5th at 2am Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour on Saturday night before bedtime.

PRAYER CANDLES Each day, visitors stop in to Santiago de Compostela to light a candle as an act of prayer. Lighting candles has long been a sacred ritual in all traditions, creating precious moments in our lives in which we pray for loved ones, friends, and ask for or give support. If you wish to light a candle (lasts up to 12 hours) in memory of a loved one, to honor a special occasion, or a special intention the suggested donation of candle is $3.00 which can be placed in the designated container by the altar.

FR. STEPHEN

MAY 21, 2017

October 30th

May God almighty bless you with a life full of joy and happiness. And may you always find favor in His eyes.

We Are Counting On You! Please be aware that the Hospitality Ministers will be counting people during the homily at each Sunday Liturgy in October. The “October Count” helps parishes and the diocese with trends, evaluations, and planning.

OBRIA You can help support the brave women who choose LIFE for their infants, with your donation of the following NEW items: Baby clothing: Neutral color (Sizes 0 to 12 months), Diapers (Sizes Newborn to 2) and Baby Wipes. Items will be collected every other Sunday starting October 1st in the Parish Office.

CRAFTS FOR CHRIST All knitters and crocheters are invited to join us from 2:00pm-4:00pm on October 31st (last Tuesday of each month). We make scarves, hats, blankets etc. for the military, the homeless and Obria. We welcome yarn donations suitable for our projects. Call Joyce 949-581-8418 for information.

Pageant of the Nativity—Friday, December 1st The 3rd Annual Noel Night kicks off Advent with our best program yet. This year we tell the story of the Nativity by featuring the main characters in song. We are currently looking for a few key volunteer positions. If you would like to join the Noel Night production team, please contact Bill Stegall ([email protected]).

Writers' Ministry Workshop Are you a Poet? Do you enjoy writing? If you would like to join a few other “would-be” scribes, this is your chance. With our focus on putting into verse our inner poetry and prayers, our group will meet on the first Thursday (November 2nd) each month at 7:00pm in the Parish Hall. The only requirements are that you enjoy writing, especially in verse (beginners are welcome), you are willing to share your work and you welcome charitable feedback. To express interest, contact: Dave Owens [email protected] or Ruthanne Inscore [email protected]

IMPORTANT: If you have checked out books of Media from Library—Please return them when due. (Especially Fr. David Homilies). Use slot in door if no one is in library. Be sure a library worker is present when you need to CHECK OUT books. If not, call Pearl (949) 770-4939. Hours: Sunday 9:30am-12:15pm and Monday 10:00am-12:30pm

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You may also check out our picture slide show on the website.

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IMPORTANT DATES 1ST—8TH grades: We still need a few teacher aides to help out in class Mondays at 4:00pm and Mondays at 6:30pm. Please call Gloria Fetta asap, if you wish to help our youngsters learn more about our great God. RE Classes: • October 30th, November 6th, November 13th • NO CLASSES: Week of November 20th— Happy Thanksgiving! JR HI Ministry (7th/8th) Classes: • November 5th and December 10th. Please join us for FAMILY MASS on November 11th at 5pm or November 12th at 10:15am. We love to see you there!

Confirmation News Students/ Sponsors/ Parent Mandatory Meeting: Saturday, October 28th from 6:30pm-8pm in Church. Students please bring your sponsor and/or parent after the 5pm mass. Next CI class #5: November 7 th from 7:00pm-8:30pm Next CII class #5: November 14 th from 7:00pm-8:30pm Next Friday Night Live/Youth Group meeting is : November 5th from 2:00pm-4:00pm in the parish hall, Rooms B and C. Please come and check this club out! Next Retreat Planning Meeting is: October 29 th from 2:00pm-4:00pm in Library (planning for January retreat). Next Class Planning Meeting is: November 5th from 4:00pm-6:00pm in Rooms B and C in hall (Leaders for CI from 4:00pm-5:00pm and Leaders for CII from 5:00pm-6:00pm.) Leader Retreat Planning Meetings for January Retreat are: —October 29th: 2:00pm-4:00pm —November 12th: 2:00pm-4:00pm —December 3rd: 4:00pm-6:00pm —December 10th:7:00pm-8:30pm

Please check room assignments in the bulletin board in the hall.

BIBLE STUDY This week we celebrate the feast of All Saints and All Souls! A time to remember those loved ones who have gone on to their eternal reward and also to remember that we believe in the community of saints. Let us pray always for our relatives, friends, community, nation and world. Meetings: Wednesdays from 9:00am-11:15am or 7:00pm-9:00pm in Santiago Parish Center. For further information contact Nancy 949-766-8126 or Barb 949-768-1170.

WHAT IS SOCIAL JUSTICE? How does Social Justice relate to you as a Catholic? Find out how these important issues affect our families, towns, and faith communities. Join us on Monday, October 30th at 7:00 p.m. in Room A. For more information contact Steve Payne via email [email protected].

Picture 0n Front Cover Picture (T to B): 1.-3. Priesthood Sunday Artwork. Pictures from our SDC Website. 4. All Saints and All Souls Day Artwork.

October 29, 2017 THE OFFICE OF ADULT FORMATION This month, Halloween, October 31, 2017, marks the 500th Anniversary of the beginning of the event known as the Protestant Reformation! Do you know the Vatican and Lutheran leaders have been in dialogue for several years, and while progress on reuniting is remarkable slow, some progress has been made. Please keep this worthy cause in your prayers.

FAMILY MASS MAY 21, 2017 Second Weekend of the Month November 11th at 5:00pm or November 12th at 10:15am

Men: Be a Spiritual Leader for Your Family Saturday, November 4th, 2017, beginning with 8:00am Mass followed by continental breakfast at 9:30am. Program begins at 10:00am in the Parish Hall. Guest Speaker: Fr Stephen Lesniewski, Parochial Vicar, Note: There is no charge for this event. A freewill offering will be taken to help cover costs. For more information, please contact: Jim Carlin (949) 586-4352 [email protected] Bill Stegall (949) 532-6420 [email protected] Catholic Charities of California invites you to join us on pilgrimage where a portion of the cost of each pilgrim’s trip supports the work of Catholic Charities of California, providing crucial services to Californians in need. We offer seven-day walking pilgrimages to Italy or Spain on the Via Francigena (to Rome) and the Camino de Santiago (to Santiago and/or Finisterre). We are also offering an all-inclusive pilgrimage to Greece, May 13th – 22nd, 2018. Contact us to learn more, join a group, go independently, or build your own pilgrimage group! Email us at [email protected] or call (916) 706-1539.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS SPIRIT Office of Restorative Justice/Detention Ministry The Diocesan Office of Restorative Justice / Detention Ministry, is in need of “forever” postage stamps for our annual “Operation Christmas Spirit”. Each year, we collect 7,000 donated postage stamps and Christmas Cards to be distributed throughout our local jails and juvenile detention facilities. Donations needed by November, can be dropped off or mailed to our office location: 1820 W. Orangewood Ave. Suite 101, Orange, CA. 92868 Contact information: 714-634-9909 Web site: www.rcbo.org/restore

South County Outreach Food Drive November 11th and 12th Our monthly food drive to assist South County Outreach is held the second weekend of each month. If you are unable to bring your donation this weekend, remember there are baskets in the parish hall that you can put your donations into during the week.

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¡Estamos Contando Contigo! Por favor, tenga en cuenta que los Ministros de Hospitalidad contarán a las personas durante la homilía en cada Liturgia del Domingo en Octubre. La "Cuenta de Octubre" ayuda a las parroquias y a la diócesis con tendencias, evaluaciones y planificación. Tendremos una cuenta en cada Misa.

Sociedad San Vicente de Paul—Colecta Especial 28 y 29 de Octubre En las Misas del 28 y 29 de octubre, la sociedad de San Vicente de Paul tendrá una colecta especial para beneficios de los más necesitados en nuestra comunidad. Dicha sociedad asiste a familias en crisis financieras a pagar la renta y demás necesidades. Gracias por su auyda y generosidad, este ministerio no podría ayudar sin su generosa colaboración.

Solemnidad de Todos los Santos Día de Obligación Miércoles, 1 de noviembre La Iglesia celebra el día de todos los santos honrando a los que han sido canonizados o beatificados, y la multitud de aquellos que están en el cielo disfrutando de la visión beatifica que solo Dios conoce. El día de todos los Santos es un día sagrado de obligación. Misas de Día de los Santos: •Misa de Vigilia: Martes, 31 de octubre a las 6:00pm •Miércoles, 1 de noviembre a las 8:00am y 6:00pm (Ingles) •Miércoles, 1 de noviembre a las 7:30pm (Español) Misas del Dia de los Fieles Difuntos: •Jueves, 2 de noviembre a las 7:00pm (Español) SOBRES PARA EL DIA DE LOS DIFUNTOS El mes de noviembre es el Mes de Todas las Almas. Si desea recordar a su fiel difunto en la misa diaria, use el sobre en las bancas como un regalo para honrar a los que han enriquecido nuestras vidas. Le pedimos que ESCRIBA el (los) nombre(s) de sus seres queridos en el sobre e incluya su generosa donación . Puede colocarlos en la canasta de ofrendas o llevarlo a la Oficina Parroquial.

RECORDATORIO DE MISA DE CONMEMORACION 5 de Noviembre a las 12:00pm El 30 de octubre es la fecha limite para mandar el nombre de su ser querido que haiga fallecido entre noviembre 2016 al presente. Para incluir a su familiar, por favor mande un correo electrónico a [email protected]

October 29, 2017 MISA DE FAMILIAS Segundo Fin de Semana del Mes 12 de Noviembre a la 1:45pm Velas de Oración Cada día, los visitantes se detienen en Santiago de Compostela para encender una vela como unMAY acto de21, 2017 oración. La iluminación de las velas ha sido durante mucho tiempo un ritual sagrado en todas las tradiciones, creando momentos preciosos en nuestras vidas en los que oramos por nuestros seres queridos, amigos y pedimos por ellos o damos nuestro apoyo. Si desea encender una vela (dura hasta 12 horas) en memoria de un ser querido, para honrar una ocasión especial o una intención especial, la donación sugerida de la vela es de $3.00, que puede ser colocada en el contenedor designado junto al altar.

COLECTA ESPECIAL PARA LAS NECESIDADES NACIONALES 4 y 5 de Noviembre El próximo fin de semana tendremos una colecta especial para todas las necesidades nacionales. Esto combina las colectas para la Campaña Católica para el Desarrollo Humano, la Campaña de Comunicación Católica y la Universidad Católica de América. Utilice los sobres que se encuentran en las bancas para hacer su donación. Agradecemos sus contribuciones y generosidad.

El horario de verano termina el próximo fin de semana, el 5 de noviembre a las 2a.m. Asegúrese de volver sus relojes una hora el sábado por la noche antes de acostarse.

RECORDATORIO DE ENVIO DE ARTICULOS PARA EL BOLETIN Los artículos deben entregarse el miércoles a las 12:00 p.m., once (11) días antes de la edicion en el que le gustaría que aparezcan sus anuncios. Para la mayoría de los eventos o actividades, la publicación de un anuncio en dos o tres boletines es suficiente. El editor se reserva el derecho de editar un anuncio por espacio o contenido. A veces, una solicitud no puede cumplirse debido a limitaciones de espacio. Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected].

FECHAS LIMITES PARA BOLETINES DE NOVIEMBRE: • Edicion del 12 de Noviembre: Fecha limite 30 de octubre • Edicion del 26 de Noviembre: Fecha limite 13 de noviembre Esten atentos para NUEVOS cambios de boletin en las proximas semanas! Viernes 1 de diciembre 7pm en la iglesia La “Noel Night” está de regreso este año. Ven y disfruta de una noche de Navidad con música variada interpretada por todos los coros parroquiales, nuestros sacerdotes y la actuación especial de algunos de nuestros feligreses. ¡Te esperamos!

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Actividades de la Catequesis en Español Próximas sesiones de catequesis: ♥ 3 de noviembre, 6 pm ♥ 17 de noviembre, 6 pm ♥ 8 de diciembre, 6 pm Misa para las familias: ♥ 12 de noviembre, 1:45 pm MAY 21, 2017 Clase de Biblia en Español Aprendiendo Sobre el Rosario

Te invitamos a que participes de la Clase de Biblia en español, una interesante forma de aprender y crecer en nuestra Fe, ofrecida aquí en nuestra parroquia de manera gratuita. El próximo jueves 2 de noviembre, comenzando a las 6:45 pm, estaremos aprendiendo sobre los dos últimos misterios gloriosos: • La Asunción. La doctrina de la asunción de María al cielo es también conocida como la dormición. Solo se puede entender desde la perspectiva de la doctrina de la inmaculada concepción. • La coronación de la Santísima virgen María. La exaltación y coronación de María se basa en la doctrina de la inmaculada concepción y la asunción. Ella fue libre de pecado y asunta en cuerpo y alma al cielo. Las clases son en el Salón Parroquial. PLAN ESPIRITUAL PARA BUSCAR LA SANTIDAD EN EL MATRIMONIO Unos meses atrás les compartía en una de mis homilías cuáles eran mis sugerencias para tener un matrimonio sano y santo. Me he encontrado con personas que quisieran tener el plan para seguirlo, así que esta semana comparto nuevamente este sencillo plan: 1. Oración personal diaria, 15 minutos mínimo. Para esto debo disponer de un lugar apropiado y una hora fija en el día. 2. Orar en pareja por lo menos una vez a la semana. Por ejemplo rezar juntos el Rosario, hacer oración para interceder por los hijos, familia, amigos, trabajo, por las necesidades de otros. 3. Leer las escrituras y compartir lo leído. Un solo párrafo diario para empezar es de gran ayuda. 4. Cada mañana antes de separarse para ir al trabajo y a nuestras actividades diarias, recuerden bendecirse uno al otro y antes de dormir también. 5. Buscar un momento en el día para compartir lo que nos pasó a cada uno interiormente, como nos sentimos, que nos afectó y que nos causó alegría. 6. Si es posible, ir juntos a Misa durante la semana y visitar el Santísimo juntos y leer y compartir las lecturas del domingo, antes de venir a Misa. 7. Ir a la confesión por lo menos una vez al mes. 8. Planear una cita, por lo menos una vez al mes, para ir al cine, a la playa, a comer, a caminar, a un parque… 9. Cada noche antes de dormir, hacer un examen de conciencia y revisar donde hemos visto o sentido la presencia de Cristo durante el día. 10. Perdonar y pedir perdón lo más pronto posible. ¡Dios te bendiga! Diácono Humberto Ramirez

ACTUALIZACIONES DEL PATIO PARROQUIAL ¡Una gran noticia! Nuestros planes de construcción del patio están avanzando. El 8 de noviembre, todas las ofertas vencen y el 13 de noviembre finalizará los últimos pasos para seleccionar un contratista. Nuestra ceremonia de inauguración será el domingo, 19 de noviembre a las 4:30pm. Si Dios quiere, si todo va bien, la construcción comenzará a fines de noviembre. Agradecemos todas las generosas donaciones para el fondo de construcción. Por favor sigan orando por este proyecto mientras finalizamos el proceso deconstrucción.