SAINT GEORGE MARONITE CHURCH

AN EASTERN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE

WEST SYRIAC ANTIOCHENE TRADITION

Week of November 15, 2015

The Announcement to Zechariah

Religious Education & Bible Study

Pre K - 12th grade-See bulletin for schedule

Ladies Altar Society (LAS)

See bulletin for schedule

Maronite Youth Organization (MYO)

See bulletin for schedule

Adoration

Tuesday 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Mystery of Reconciliation (Confession)

30 minutes before Liturgy and upon request

Mystery of Baptism & Chrismation

Parents and Godparents must meet with the pastor to make arrange-

ments

Mystery of Crowning (Marriage)

Notify the pastor ONE YEAR in advance for the necessary arrange-

ments

Sick and Hospitalized

Contact the pastor for visitation

Memorial Sunday and Lebanese Luncheon

Last Sunday at 11:00 AM

Liturgy Schedule:

Monday-No Liturgy

Tuesday 5:30 PM

Wednesday - Friday 12:00 Noon

Saturday 5:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM

Annette Garcia - Parish Secretary Ex. 100

Nick Morey – Bookkeeper Ex102

Jo Ann Reed - Financial Consultant

Jo Ann Reed - Hall Manager Ex. 104

Deborah Mery Fernandez - Cultural Arts Director Ex 107

Richard Karam - Church Attorney

Edward Karam - Church Realtor & Lector Coordinator

Soumaya Doenges - Greeter Coordinator

Deborah Mery Fernandez - Altar Server Coordinator

Regina Aune - Archivist

Fernando Fernandez - Athletic Director Ex. 105

Brendan George - Pastoral Council Chairman

Cathy Van Delden - LAS President

Patricia Karam - Scholarship Committee Chairman

Elyse Karam, Monica Chavez, & Sabrina De La Cruz -

MYO Directors

Samantha Karam Naffah - MYP President

Michele Chebib - Religious Education Coordinator Ex.123

Crystal Harb & Katy Emerson – MYA Coordinators

Dave Sweeney - Veterans Committee Chairman

LAS - Bereavement Committee

Saint George Maronite Catholic Church

6070 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX 78240

Offices: (210) 690-9569 (210) 690-2240

Fax: (210) 690-5093

Fr. Charles Khachan, MLM – Pastor Ex. 101

E-mail: ckhachan@gmail.com

Hall: (210) 696-5937 www.stgeorgemaronitecenter.com

Rooted in Christ

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MARONITE MINUTE

The Announcement to Zechariah November 15, 2015

FR. LOMBARDI SJ: JUBILEE OF MERCY NEEDED NOW MORE THAN EVER

Now is no time to stop plans for the Year of Mercy. In the wake of the deadly terror attacks in Paris on

Friday, in which at least 128 people were killed, the Director of the Press Office of the Holy See, Fr. Federico

Lombardi, SJ, told Vatican Radio that the Holy Year is a message of mercy to drive out fear.

“In these sad days,” said Fr. Lombardi, “in which murderous violence has reared its insane, horrible head,

many wonder how to respond. Some people are already asking how to live the experience of these last days of

waiting before the opening of the Jubilee [of Mercy].” Fr. Lombardi went on to say, “Be on guard: these murder-

ers, possessed by a senseless hatred, are called ‘terrorists’ precisely because they want to spread terror. If we let

ourselves be frightened, they will have already reached their first objective. This, then, is one more reason

to resist with determination and courage the temptation to fear.”

In this, concluded Fr. Lombardi, “Pope Francis guides us and invites us to trust in the Spirit of the

Lord, who accompanies us.”

Below, please find Fr. Lombardi’s full statement, in English

In these sad days, in which murderous violence has reared its insane, horrible head, many wonder how to

respond. Some people are already asking how to live the experience of these last days of waiting before the open-

ing of the Jubilee [of Mercy]. Be on guard: these murderers, possessed by a senseless hatred, are called

‘terrorists’ precisely because they want to spread terror. If we let ourselves be frightened, they will have already

reached their first objective. This, then, is one more reason to resist with determination and courage the tempta-

tion to fear.

It goes without saying that we must be cautious, and not irresponsible: we must take precautions that are

reasonable. Nevertheless, we must go on living by building peace and mutual trust. So I would say that the Jubi-

lee of Mercy shows itself even more necessary. A message of mercy, that love of God which leads to mutual

love and reconciliation. This is precisely the answer we must give in times of temptation to mistrust.

St. John Paul II said that the message of mercy was the great response of God and of believers in the dark

and horrible time of the Second World War, which saw massacres carried out by totalitarian regimes, and the

spread of hatred among peoples and persons.

Today, too, when Pope Francis speaks of a third world war being fought piecemeal, there is need for a

message of mercy to make us capable of building bridges, and, in spite of everything, to have the courage of love.

This is, therefore, no time to give up the Jubilee, or to be afraid. We need the Jubilee more than ever. We

have to live with prudent intelligence, but also with courage and spiritual élan, continuing to look to the future

with hope, despite the attacks of hatred. Pope Francis guides us and invites us to trust in the Spirit of the Lord

who accompanies us.

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Intentions and Readings of the Divine Liturgy

Sat. Nov. 14th 5:00 PM Liturgy for Michael Allen Anderson req. by his loving family

Heb 3:1-6 Mk 1:21-28

Sun. Nov. 15th 8:00AM Liturgy for Florence Jacobs req. by Frank & Betty Gudat

11:00AM Liturgy for Elias Noujeim req. by his loving family

Rom 4:13-25 The Announcement to Zechariah Lk 1:1-25

Mon. Nov. 16th NO LITURGY

Heb 8:1-6 Jn 10:1-6

Tues. Nov. 17th 5:30 PM Liturgy for Tony Karam req. by his loving family

Heb 8:7-13 Jn 10:7-10

Wed. Nov. 18th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Elias Kalifa req. by Wise Family

Heb 9:15-23 Jn 10:11-16

Thurs. Nov. 19th NO LITURGY

Heb 9:24-28 Jn 10:17-21

Fri. Nov. 20th 7:00 PM Liturgy for Michael Allen Anderson req. by his loving family

Heb 10:1-10 Mk 2:18-22

Sat. Nov. 21st 5:00 PM Liturgy for Helen Mikels req. by Edward & Teresa Weilbacher

Heb 3:1-6 Mk 1:21-28

Sun. Nov. 22nd 8:00AM Liturgy for Florence Jacobs req. by Frank & Betty Gudat

11:00AM Liturgy for Isabel Abiassi req. by the Jean Abiassi family

Rom 4:13-25 The Announcement to the Virgin Mary Lk 1:1-25

November 8, 2015

$ 3,372.00

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Bertha Acevedo,

Rocky Anawaty,

Amira Andera,

Regina Aune,

Corey Baines,

Gerry Baines,

Sharon Benson,

Pamela Gabriel Craig,

Marina Curie-John,

Diana Curi-Ryder,

Josephine Daaud,

Amira Dean,

David Emerson,

Norma Emerson,

Zeyna Faris,

Muriel Keogh

George,

Hank Grage,

Betty Gudat,

Harry Hilton,

Jackie Hill,

James Hughlette,

Sal Isgro,

Marie Joseph,

Al Jowdy,

David Karam,

Margaret Abdo

Karam,

Mary Anne Karam,

Mary Ann Trad

Karam,

Eugene Karam,

Sophie Abdo

Karam,

Kell Khattar,

Marie La Monica,

Richard La Monica,

Margaret Craig

Loyd,

Charles Malouff,

Maria Marines,

Elvira Mery,

Maria Mery,

Paul Mery, Jr.,

Tony Mery,

Tony Moawad,

Connie Moller,

Adele Morrison,

Tim O’Connor,

Jose Olvera,

Thelma O’Shaugh-

nessy,

David Palazzo,

Noel Palazzo,

Ashley Polley,

Tanya Raba

Curtis Reed,

Kirsten Reed,

Rose Ribble

Roberto Rodriguez,

Pedro Rosas,

David Saliba,

Gloria Saliba,

Bella Rodriguez

Torres,

Rose Trevino,

Jeanette Van

Delden,

Ted Van Delden,

Gene Viola,

Joe Walker,

Miriam Wells,

Cathy Turcotte Wolfe,

George Yamin.

Daniel Fernandez - March 29, 2015

Edward K. Mery - April 18, 2015

Elias Kalifa - July 1, 2015

Robert Beathe – July 7, 2015

Malake Mery - August 24, 2015

Jack Riegel - August 27, 2015

Saturday, November 14th (5:00 PM)

Lector: Joe Khattar

Ushers: Arthur Lang & Gladys Salisbury

Greeters: Karen Sacre

Altar Servers: Lexi Carraway, Josie Carraway,

Caleb Carraway

Sunday, November 15th

Lector: (8:00 AM) Frank Westermann

Lector: (11:00 AM) Tim O’Connor

Ushers: David Sweeney & Larry Monsour

Greeters: MYA

Altar Servers: Eddie Martinez, Andre Kuri,

Anthony Kuri, Dean Martinez & Charbel Elward

Saturday, November 21st (5:00 PM)

Lector: Brendan George

Ushers: Laney McMath & Kathy Birkner

Greeters: Janie Rivas

Altar Servers: Aaron Mery, Zack Karam,

Harry Doenges & Federico Chavez

Sunday, November 22nd

Lector: (8:00 AM) Frank Westermann

Lector: (11:00 AM) Edward Karam

Ushers: Marcel Noujeim, Toufic Khalife &

Kevin Kearns

Greeters: Christina Antoun & Peggy Karam

Altar Servers: Anthony Chebib, Kiersten Salinas &

Maroun Harb

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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 15TH Qurbono (Liturgy) 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM

Faith Formation at 9:30 AM in the MCC

Rosary at 10:40 AM

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 17TH

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be from

3:00 PM to 5:30 PM followed by the Qurbono

(Divine Liturgy) at 5:30 PM. Adoration will re-

sume at 6:00 PM and will conclude with the Bene-

diction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Please note the Blessed Sacrament CANNOT be

left exposed and alone, therefore, a signup sheet is

in the church foyer. If the hours are not completely

filled, adoration will be cancelled on that Tuesday.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22ND Qurbono (Liturgy) 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM

Faith Formation at 9:30 AM in the MCC

Rosary at 10:40 AM

THANKSGIVING BRUNCH

St. George will be hosting a Thanksgiving brunch

on Sunday, November 22, 2015. We will be serv-

ing both Lebanese and American dishes. You can

buy your presale tickets by contacting the office at

210-690-9569,

stgeorgemaronitechurch@gmail.com or after all

weekend liturgies.

Prices are as follows:

Presale: Adults - $18.00

Seniors - $15.00

Children (6-12 years old) - $12.00

At the door: Adults - $20.00

Seniors - $17.00

Children (6-12 years old) - $14.00

Brunch Menu:

THANKSGIVING BASKETS

Like every year, the MYO will be making 25

Thanksgiving baskets that contain a thanksgiving

meal to send to needy families in the San Antonio

area. Everyone is encouraged to be part of this

effort. There will be a food drive to collect items

needed for the baskets. You may help by donating

any of these items or making a monetary donation.

The cost of each basket is $50.00. Members of the

MYO will have a sign-up sheet with the list of

items needed after every weekend liturgy. The list

is also available at the church office. If interested

please call 210-690-9569 or email

stgeorgemaronitechurch@gmail.com.

NAM AWARENESS MONTH

If you are current with your dues for 2015, you can

continue your membership for 2016 at this time.

Dues are Family - $35.00 ( $90.00 for 3 year mem-

bership) Single Adult - $20 Student 18 or over

$10.00. Please see Debbie Fernandez or the

church office for the NAM membership dues.

CANDLES Candles will be available for this weekend Novem-

ber 14 & 15th to purchase for your intentions or

memorials. The candles will be blessed during the

St. Sharbel liturgies after which the candles may be

taken home. The cost per candle will be $5.00.

BRICKS OF LOVE

With the visitation of St. Sharbel’s Relics, we

invite the community of St. George to participate

in completing the last section of the “Bricks of

Love” behind the statue of St. Sharbel located in

the church foyer. You can get a commemorative

brick for a donation of $500. There will be a spe-

cial blessing by Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller

during the visitation of the relics on Saturday,

November 21,2015. If you are interested, please

contact the church office at 210-690-9569 or

Debbie Fernandez 210-415-8260

POST-FESTIVAL MEETING

We will have a post-festival meeting on Monday

November 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the MCC cafete-

ria. Committee members are asked to attend and

give a report of their committee.

Community Life

Frittata

French Toast

Green Salad

Chicken Salad

Turkey

Shish Kabob

Fish

Raw Kibbe

Rice

Dressing

Vegetable Medly

Desserts

Coffee, Tea, Juice

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Miscellaneous

LAS CORNER

LAS is having a Lebanese dinner during the visit of

St. Sharbel's Relics on Saturday November 21st.

MENU: Kibbeh, Chicken and Rice, Fattoush, Bread.

SAVE with presale tickets for the dinner:

Adults $10.00; Seniors $8.00; Children (12 and under)

$7.00

Prices at the DOOR:

Adults $12.00; Seniors $10.00; Children (12 and under)

$9.00

Get your tickets after every weekend liturgy

November 20-22 - Visit of the Relics of St. Sharbel

November 26 - Thanksgiving Day

Liturgy at 10:00 AM

From Pope Francis

As Christians, we are called to imitate the

Good Shepherd and to help families

experiencing difficulties.

POPE FRANCIS: CONDOLENCES TO FRANCE AFTER TERROR ATTACKS

Pope Francis has sent a telegram to Cardinal André Vingt-Trois, Archbishop of Paris, assuring vic-

tims, their families and emergency personnel that he is united with them in prayer.

Signed by the Secretary of State of the Holy See, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the telegram condemns this

and all acts of violence, and asks God to inspire thoughts of peace and solidarity.

Below, please find Vatican Radio’s English translation of the telegram:

Cardinal André Vingt-Trois, Archbishop of Paris

Informed of the horrific terrorist attacks that occurred in Paris and at the Stade de France, killing a

great number of people and wounding many others, His Holiness Pope Francis joins in prayer with the suffer-

ing of families affected by the drama and the pain of the French people. He invokes God, Father of mercy,

asking that He welcome the victims into the peace of His light and bring comfort and hope to the injured and

their families. He assures them, and all of the personnel participating in aid efforts, of his spiritual closeness.

Once again, the Holy Father vigorously condemns violence, which cannot solve anything, and he asks God to

inspire thoughts of peace and solidarity in all and to impart on families in this trial and on all of the French

people, the abundance of His Blessings.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin

Secretary of State of His Holiness

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