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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2020
Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Written by THE FAITHFUL DISCIPLE
Ez 18:25-28 | Phil 2:1-11 or 2:1-5 | Mt 21:28-32
GROW AS A DISCIPLE | PRAY, STUDY, ENGAGE, SERVE
I’ve always had a bit of a recalcitrant streak. Ask me to do something, and I’ll happily oblige. Order me to do something, and I’ll set my jaw. So, I can relate to the first son’s knee-jerk reply when told (not asked) to work in the vineyard. “I will not.” Yet, despite this initial reaction, the first son obeyed his father’s command. He “changed his mind and went.” I didn’t see it at first, but this parable is not about a clash of wills but obedience – not blind obedience, but choosing to turn over our lives to the will of the Father. The longer version of Paul’s Letter to the Philippians illustrates this beautifully, challenging us to imitate Jesus: “He humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.” As human beings, we have the freedom to choose to place God’s will and the needs of others before our own. It doesn’t mean being a doormat, but rather having a healthy humility and willingness to “change our minds (and hearts)” to better conform to the example of Jesus. As the catechism reminds us in this gem about obedience: “The more one does what is good, the freer one becomes. There is no true freedom except in the service of what is good and just.” (1733) GO EVANGELIZE PRAYER, INVITATION, WITNESS, ACCOMPANIMENT Have you ever kicked a bad habit, such as eating too many sweets, falling down the social media rabbit hole, or failure to floss? I’ve occasionally pulled it off (well, for a few days anyway), but I find it’s much tougher to change habits of my mind and heart. In today’s Gospel, the first son changes his mind, and his heart. This is what Jesus asks of us as well: a change of heart and mind toward love and obedience, wherever it is needed in our lives. For starters, it could mean taking a few moments to pray for guidance each morning before jumping full-speed ahead into our personal agenda. We can ask God to show us how to align our lives more closely with his will for us – through prayer, reading the Scriptures, and reflecting on areas in our lives that need an overhaul. Our “yes” to working in the vineyard begins by attending to what God has shown us, and leads us to even greater freedom in Christ. PRAY Need a spiritual jump-start? Pray the Daily Examen, an ancient practice from St. Ignatius Loyola of peacefully reflecting on the events of the day in order to detect the presence of God’s Spirit and discern his will for you. |
PARISH NEWS
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Celebrating the Holy Mass with POPE FRANCIS and other Priests
● EWTN TV MASS ONLINE We have temporarily stopped our virtual Mass online since July 2020. If you cannot attend outdoor daily and weekend Masses at our parish gazebo, please follow the links above to pray along with the Mass online. |
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Mass Intention Offerings
If you like a Mass intention, please call or email one week in advance. Do it online Click here. If you haven't received any call after several days to a week, your request has been accepted. Thanks. |
Call parish office with the following information: ●Name for intention
●What is the intention for ●Date and time of intention ●Your name and phone number |
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We must participate responsibly:
There must be no direct or indirect urging of support of or opposition to candidates or political parties. The federal tax exemption applicable to the Church permits discussion of issues but does not permit campaigning for or against candidates. |
We must encourage Faithful Citizenship:
The Office of Catholic Social Teaching in collaboration with the Office of Communications from the diocese is working to continuously provide resources on Faithful Citizenship. Be on the lookout for some of those resources in the Weekly Updates. More... |
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CATECHETICAL SUNDAY MASS
St Jude catechists are welcomed to attend the Catechetical Sunday Mass that will be: |
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3rd @ 5pm (English Mass)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4th @ 4pm (Spanish Mass. This Mass is limited to only the catechists due to the number of catechists in the Spanish program.) |
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St. Vincent De Paul of St. Jude Parish
We now have some specific guidelines under which we can try to reopen to serve the needy in our parish and commnunity. Open once week, Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
●Interview outside, clients wait in the car ●Wear mask ●Social distancing ●Food only, no clothing . ●Wear mask ●Social distancing ●Food only, no clothing. We are giving a try and things are subject to change! |
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Offering Our Gifts to God
St. Jude parish appreciates your offering during this time to support our parish continue to serve the needs of our community. What you have received through faith, you want to return to God showing your love for |
Him and for community. You may bring your offering every week when you come to Church or send it to the parish office. If you have questions about the Parish Project, please call the parish office (209) 537-0516. Thank you for your participation.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION
Transforming Lives and Creating a Better Future. Second Collection September 19-20, 2020. Catholic Charities COVID CARE Program Helping those affected by COVID-19 with rent, utilities, mortgage, and food insecurities. |
With your generous contribution, we are able to: ♦Care for Seniors ♦House Homeless Veterans ♦Provide Family Wellness Services ♦Shelter for Homeless Women and Children ♦ Provide Access to Health Care ♦ Immigration Services AND MUCH MORE
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Baptisms in English Will Take Place the Following
Dates: ● September 26, 2020 10:30 AM ● October 31, 2020 10:30 AM ● November 28, 2020 9:00 AM |
Limit of fifteen (15) children per celebration Please call parish office for more information. (209) 537-0516 stjudechurchceres@gmail.com |
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CONGRATULATIONS!
The Newly Baptized Sat. 9-26-2020 Omar Garcia Ariesly Gallegos Amelia Beyah Galindo Angel Cruz Martinez Jr. Leilani Delany Ramirez Hernandez |
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We have begun celebrating First Communion this Saturday August 1, 2020 and will be celebrating every day through the month of August. Lists of the day and time of the celebrations will be posted on the windows of the Religious Education Office for those that haven't received a phone call yet.
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First Holy Communion Mass Schedule:
Sat. Aug. 1, 2020 @ 3:30 p.m. Sun. Aug. 2, 2020 @ 4:00 p.m. Mon-Fri @ 7:30 p.m. All celebrations will be celebrating at the Gazebo. Please keep them and their families in our prayers. |
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PICTURES OF THE WEEK
THE FIRST DAY AT THE Covid-19 GAZEBO
Tuesday 7-13-2020 at 8:00am bilingual Mass. Thanks be to God for a new place of worshiping when we are not allowed any indoor services! The gazebo has become a perfect and wonderful place for gathering us together during this difficult time to celebrate both weekday and weekend Masses, other sacraments and activities. Absolutely, God has planned for us, His poor people, another good worshiping place. We thank Fr. Gustavo, pastor, and Silvia, office manager, and all parishioners who have participated in this beautiful project. May God bless you and your family always. |
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Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of Mexico and Empress of the Americas Saturday 12-12-2020 |
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ST. JUDE MINISTRIES ALL MINISTRIES click here
VINCENT DE PAUL
SSVP is a charitable organization of lay persons,in a spirit of love, justice and charity. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul began in Paris, France, in 1833 when a young law student at the Sorbonne, Frédéric Ozanam, was challenged during a debate to demonstrate what he and his fellow Catholic students were personally doing to help the poor in Paris. Ozanam's reaction was immediate. Within weeks, Ozanam, at 20 years of age, and six of his peers formed the first "Conference of Charity." Under the conference, this group of seven men financed their works of charity out of their own pockets and from contributions of friends. They visited the poor in their homes, providing them with needed aid and assistance. More... |
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights was formed to render financial aid to members and their families. OUR HISTORY AND HERITAGE Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Conn., and a group of parishioners. Their intent? To bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Today, Father McGivney is being considered for sainthood. A LEGACY OF FAITH & SERVICE Founded by a young parish priest now on the path to sainthood, the Knights of Columbus has helped strengthen men, their families, More... |
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS
The Ministers distribute Holy Communion, either within Mass or taking it to the sick. The role of the Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is extremely important during the celebration of the Eucharist. The USCCB has instituted strict requirements of individuals who are commissioned to this very important liturgical role. As one is called to serve, this ministry requires you to grow in confidence, dexterity, agility, and most of all, reverence in handling the sacred species of the consecrated Body and Blood of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Extraordinary ministers are hand-picked by the priest and lay minister assigned to coordinate the ministry. More... |
ALTAR SERVERS
The altar servers are assistants to a member of the clergy during a Christian liturgy. Although institution into the ministry of acolyte is reserved to lay men, the diocesan bishop may permit the liturgical functions of the instituted acolyte to be carried out by altar servers, men and women, boys and girls. Such persons may carry out all the functions listed in no. 100 (with the exception of the distribution of Holy Communion) and nos. 187 - 190 and no. 193 of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal. The determination that women and girls may function as servers in the liturgy should be made by the bishop on the diocesan level so that there might be a uniform diocesan policy. More... |
