Sunday Of Easter “Betrayal & Promise” · A FRIENDLY REMINDER! , we will have our 2nd Collection...
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5 th Sunday Of Easter “Betrayal & Promise” Sts. Peter and Paul Church May 14, 2017 1 READINGS First Reading – Acts 6:1-7 Jesus’ disciples were increasing in number. One group murmured against another that their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. The disciples met and said it was not right that they should give up the ministry of the word to wait tables. The apostles prayed and laid hands on them and the word of God increased. Second Reading – 1 Peter 2:4-9 Peter challenged his hearers to come to the “living stone,” Jesus, and to be living stones themselves. They were a “chosen race, a “royal priesthood,” and a “holy nation.” They were “God’s own people,” and were bearing witness to Jesus Christ. Gospel – John 14:1-12 Jesus was preparing his disciples for his departure. They were confused and upset. But Jesus promised them a bright future regardless of his physical absence. He said, “He who believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works that these will he do, because I go to the Father.” He said he would still be with them in spirit. Next Sunday’s Readings (Cycle A) 6 th Sunday of Easter First Reading: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17 Second Reading: 1 Peter 3:15-18 Gospel: John 14:15-21 The Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter have many themes. I would like to take this opportunity to discuss those that seem to stand out: Faith, Trust and Action, or Service. In the First Reading from the Acts of the Apostles (6:1-7), we learn of how this “new Church” was growing so rapidly with new members that it created the need for additional workers to help the Apostles with the important but less liturgical functions of the community. So, after praying for guidance, the apostles chose and anointed men from the Greek-speaking converts (Hellenists) who were "filled with faith and the Holy Spirit" to help. Faith and the Holy Spirit are prime criteria for anyone who is truly inspired and committed to serve Christ through His Church. Putting our faith into action requires trust in the Holy Spirit that our abilities will measure up. It should not be a way of fulfilling our own needs. The Second Reading, from the First Letter of St. Peter (2:4-9), talks about building up the Church and likens each member to a precious stone needed to build the community. Of course, the most important of these is the keystone or cornerstone. Each and every member of our parish is needed to build and maintain our church. No one person can consider himself or herself as too insignificant or too unimportant to serve. Jesus Himself was rejected by the chief priest and rulers of the temple of His time, yet He became the Divine Head, the cornerstone of all Christianity. In the Gospel Reading, from the Gospel of John (14:1-12), we hear how the Apostles are saddened by the news that Jesus will be leaving them soon. This obviously undermined their confidence and they became fearful. Jesus assures them that He will be watching over them even if he is not pre-sent. Again, this takes faith and commitment. What would be your feelings if you were among the Apostles during the night of the Last Supper? Jesus is the divine head of the Church; therefore, the Church will live until the end of time. (See Matt: 28:20) Are you really a part of the Church? Remember, registration is only the first step to membership. It takes faith and commitment to be a member of Christ's Church; but most importantly, it takes active participation in its activities, liturgies as well as financial support to be a full-fledged member. Something to think about during your Prayer time this week!
Transcript of Sunday Of Easter “Betrayal & Promise” · A FRIENDLY REMINDER! , we will have our 2nd Collection...
5th Sunday Of Easter “Betrayal & Promise”
Sts.PeterandPaulChurch May14,2017
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READINGS
FirstReading–Acts 6:1-7
Jesus’ disciples were increasing in number. One group murmured against another that their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. The disciples met and said it was not right that they should give up the ministry of the word to wait tables. The apostles prayed and laid hands on them and the word of God increased. Second
Reading – 1 Peter 2:4-9
Peter challenged his hearers to come to the “living stone,” Jesus, and to be living stones themselves. They were a “chosen race, a “royal priesthood,” and a “holy nation.” They were “God’s own people,” and were bearing witness to Jesus Christ. Gospel – John 14:1-12 Jesus was preparing his disciples for his departure. They were confused and upset. But Jesus promised them a bright future regardless of his physical absence. He said, “He who believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works that these willhedo,becauseIgototheFather.”Hesaidhewouldstillbewiththeminspirit.
Next Sunday’s Readings (Cycle A)
6th Sunday of Easter
First
Reading: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17
Second
Reading: 1 Peter 3:15-18
Gospel: John 14:15-21
The Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter have many themes. I would like to take this opportunity to discuss those that seem to stand out: Faith, Trust and Action, or Service.
In the First Reading from the Acts of the Apostles (6:1-7), we learn of how this “new Church” was growing so rapidly with new members that it created the need for
additional workers to help the Apostles with the important but less liturgical functions of the community. So, after praying for guidance, the apostles chose and anointed men from the Greek-speaking converts (Hellenists) who were "filled with faith and the Holy Spirit" to help. Faith and the Holy Spirit are prime criteria for anyone who is truly inspired and committed to serve Christ through His Church. Putting our faith into action requires trust in the Holy Spirit that our abilities will measure up. It should not be a way of fulfilling our own needs.
The Second Reading, from the First Letter of St. Peter (2:4-9), talks about building up the Church and likens each member to a precious stone needed to build the community. Of course, the most important of these is the keystone or cornerstone. Each and every member of our parish is needed to build and maintain our church. No one person can consider himself or herself as too insignificant or too unimportant to serve. Jesus Himself was rejected by the chief priest and rulers of the temple of His time, yet He became the Divine Head, the cornerstone of all Christianity.
In the Gospel Reading, from the Gospel of John (14:1-12), we hear how the Apostles are saddened by the news that Jesus will be leaving them soon. This obviously undermined their confidence and they became fearful. Jesus assures them that He will be watching over them even if he is not pre-sent. Again, this takes faith and commitment. What would be your feelings if you were among the Apostles during the night of the Last Supper?
Jesus is the divine head of the Church; therefore, the Church will live until the end of time. (See Matt: 28:20) Are you really a part of the Church? Remember, registration is only the first step to membership. It takes faith and commitment to be a member of Christ's Church; but most importantly, it takes active participation in its activities, liturgies as well as financial support to be a full-fledged member. Something to think about during your Prayer time this week!
STEWARDSHIP
TIME–TALENT–TREASURE
TREASURE
Mahalo for your generous contributions and faithful stewardship
The Collections for May 6 - 7, 2017 are as follows:
Total: $13,639.09
Envelopes & Loose Collections $9,578.95 Mass Intentions 215.00 Baptism 0.00 Funeral 0.00 Weddings 250.00 Electric & Votive Candles 500.14
Total: $10,544.09
ENVELOPES IDENTIFIABLE 45% UNIDENTIFIABLE 55% Building Fund $335.00 Outreach 120.00 Donation 340.00 Catholic Care 0.00 Mother’s Day 2,227.00
Subtotal: $3,022.00
Special Collections: 1st Offering $10.00 Solemnity of Mary 10.00 Catholic University of America 3.00 Holy Thursday 2.00 CRS Rice Bowl 40.00 Catholic Relief Service Services 8.00
Subtotal: $73.00
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Please see add for Office Receptionist on page 5.
MAHALO TO CHURCH CLEANERS:
Carina Yung, Grace Porras, Gerald Porras, Evelyn Bautista, Caesar Reyes, Poly Lapasaran, Cecilio Manalo, Teresita Luis, Matta Tai Nguyen, Fe Coloma, Joel & Lily Narusawa. . . for maintaining Sts. Peter & Paul Church and grounds immaculately.
These people spend a portion of their Saturday morning weekly keeping our church beautiful. We need your help. If you would like to volunteer, please call the Parish at 941-0675.
ThisWeek’sEvents(May14–May20,2017)
M – Main Church, U–Upstairs Parish Conference Room, R – Reception room, B - Blue room, G - Green Room, C – Courtyard
SundayMay14 5th Sunday of Easter Mother’s Day
6:15 am – Choir Practice (B)
6:15 am – Rosary (M) 8:15 am – Family Mass Choir practice (B) 5:00 pm – Choir Practice (R) 5:15 pm – Young Adult Rosary (M)
Monday May15St. Isidore the Farmer 6:10 am – Rosary (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 6:30 pm – Charismatic Prayer Group (M)
Tuesday May16
6:10 am – Rosary (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 6:30 pm – Centering Prayer (M)
Wednesday May17
6:10 am – Rosary (M) 7:30 am – Novena to our Lady of Perpetual Help (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 1:00 pm – Legion of Mary, Queen of Peace (C) 6:00 pm – Scripture Study (R) Thursday May18St. John I
6:10 am – Rosary (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 6:00 pm – Choir Practice (M) Friday May19
6:10 am – Rosary (M) 7:40 am – Eucharistic Adoration/Sacred Heart Devotion 10:00 – 11:30 am – Confession and Spiritual Direction 10:45 am – Divine Mercy Devotion & Chaplet 11:15 am – Rosary
Saturday May20
8:00 – 11:00 am – Cleaning Church (M) 11:15 am – Rosary 3:30 – 4:30 pm – Confessions (M) 5:00 pm – Saturday Vigil Mass
A FRIENDLY REMINDER! Next Weekend, May 20 & 21, we will have our 2nd Collection for the Building Fund. Please continue your generosity as we are continuing with repairs and improvements of our Church. Your loving support is greatly appreciated. Mahalo.
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STEWARDSHIP
TIME – TALENT – TREASURE
CATHOLIC CARE PROJECT and FOOD BANK SENIOR BOX DISTRIBUTION
We are grateful for the many volunteerswho gave their time and talents to helpwith the hospitality and distributions oftheHawaiiFoodBankFoodboxesandour
Catholic Care Project which involved sorting anddelivering bags filled with groceries for our Kupuna,parishionersandthevulnerableinneedoffood.Over35volunteers, including the Knights of Columbus helpedwiththesetwoprojects.
Thismonth 55 grocery bagswere packed from the 605pounds of non-perishable foods contributed by ourparishioners. So thatwe are able to fulfill themonthlyrequest of 75 bags, we are purchasing more non-perishableitemsfrommonetarydonationsreceivedfromindividualdonors.
Please call the Church office if you would like tovolunteertodeliverthegrocerybagstoourkupunawhoare homebound and cannot come to our church to pickup the bags or are interested in our next Catholic CareProject.Ourchurchofficenumberis(808)941-0765.
CATHOLIC CARE PROJECT
Every 3rd weekend of the month, (the next one will be February 19th ) our Catholic Care Project collects an average of 770 pounds of non-perishable food items. Our Parish volunteers package about 70 bags of groceries each month from your generous contributions.
Thank you for your ongoing care of our Kupuna and the vulnerable.
If you would like to volunteer & help us pack the bags, please call the church office at 941-0675. Mahalo.
STEWARDSHIP: THE VALUE OF A VOLUNTEER
We have always known that the many parishioners who volunteer to serve in our various parish ministries, organizations and events are most valuable.
But do you know how valuable? Based on the average hourly wage given by the National Independent Sector, it is currently estimated that one hour of volunteer time is worth $23.65. However, to us your volunteer time is invaluable. Through the gifts of time and talent that our parishioners so generously share, we are able to not only function better as a parish and keep our overhead costs down, but are truly the hands and feet of Jesus Christ here in Honolulu, as we serve our community in need. Mahalo Nui to all those faithful and generous stewards who volunteer in our parish!
Your time is worth everything to us! Please see our brochure at the back of the church for more information on how you can help.
StewardshipbeginswithDiscipleship
StewardshipisaconversionjourneyofreceivingGod’sloveandreturningittoHim.Aconversionrequiresprayer,reflectionandtimetoallowGodtoshowuswhoweare,andthepersonoflovewe
canbecome.Throughouttheconversionexperience,aDiscipleyearnstochangeandgrow
intothepersonGodcreatedthemtobe–aStewarduniquelyhisown,butunitedinone
BodythroughJesusChrist.
AStewardacknowledgestheirmanyGod-givengiftsandingratitude,respondstotheGospelinvitationtonurtureandsharethosegiftswith
others.
Eachday,StsPeterandPaulParishisbuzzingwithactivity.Therearegroupsthatpraytogether,groupsthatministertoother
parishioners,andgroupsthatreachouttothecommunity.Partofbeinganactivememberofourparishistofindaplaceforyourself–a
ministrywhereyourpersonaltalentscanbestbeputtouse.Reflectonyourskillsandinterests.Prayerfullyconsiderhowmuchtimeyoucan
committohelpingandmakeaconnectiontothatministryorproject.
Thiswillnurtureyourconversionjourney,allowingyoutogrowclosertoGodand
experienceadeeperrelationshipwithHim.
As a Disciple of Jesus Christ – YOU are a Steward all your own, with unique gifts and talents to share.
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ThisfooddriveissponsoredbyourParishCatholicCareProjectandwillservetheneedsofourparishKupunaandOhanawhoarestrugglingwithfoodinsecurity.Seeourinsertforalistofourmostneededfood
items.Bringyourfooddonationsnextweekendanddropoffinourfoodbins.
Don’thavetimetoshop?SupportingourCatholicCareProjectandrelievinghungerpainsinourcommunityjustgoteasier!
TryOurNewParish
VIRTUALFOODBASKETAnewandeasywaytodonatetoourmonthlyfoodcollectionforourCatholicCareProjectsü Youpickthefooditemstodonateü We’lldotheshoppingforyouü Nomoreheavybagstocarryü Nomorestoresforyoutovisitü Yourdonationistaxdeductible
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AndclickontheVirtualFoodBasketbutton
YourdonationgoesdirectlytoourCatholicCareProjectwhichcaresforthosewhoarevulnerabletobecomingfoodinsecure.
Doyouknowsomeoneinourparishwhowouldbenefitfromreceivingafoodbagtohelpthemmakeendsmeet?
PleasetellthemtocontactourCatholicCareHelpline
(808)385-PRAY(7729)
Allinformationwereceiveremainsconfidential.
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PRAYER LIST FOR THE SICK
Please pray for the sick in our Parish, especially….
Tony Bacani Larry Cabrinha
Wini Chow Tessie Dungo
Teresita M. Custodio Stanley Ho
Avon Czerwinski Regina Czerwinski
Odetta Doublet Purita V. Marcaida
Thomas Mistysyn Betty Ann Nault
Dolores Suredam Lolita A. Sutton
Edwin Tagura Vanessa Alcova
Joe Hansen Blanche Hansen
Shirley Dungo Joannita S. Pangelinan
Bona M. Macabare Jack Jucewicz
Ephrem Perez Christoph Jucewicz
PRAYERLISTFORTHESICK
Prayers bring our parish community together andthis is true especially when we pray for thoseparishionerswhoareillamongus.
Wewould like to update the liston the right side ofthispageforthemonthofJUNE.Wewillremovethenamesattheendofeverymonthandhaveanew list for the followingmonth. If youwish tohaveyournameor thenamesof yourlovedones includedon the list,pleasefill up the formbelow.Theprayer listwillbepublished forthewholemonthandwillbeupdatedattheendofeachmonth.(Becauseofprivacylaws,only person themselves or immediate family member maysubmitarequest.)
Mahaloforyourcooperation.
Please complete below so that wemay rememberyouinprayersforthewholemonthofJUNE.(Pleaseprint clearly!)andput it inthecollectionbasketorreturnittotheofficenolaterthanMay31,2017.NAME:_______________________________
PH#:_______________________(relationshiptoperson)_________________
MAY BIRTHDAYS
Alexander S. Pangelinan May 3rd Charlie Fujioka May 4th Merlita Campton May 5th Yolanda M. Tumacder May 6th’ Evelyn Bautista May 8th Toni Fonseca May 10th Regina Czerwinski May 10th Khristian Vinca May 14th Gertrude Hara-Williams May 27th
CONGRATULATIONS ON THEIR SPECIAL DAY!
HOLY FATHER’S INTERCESSIONS FOR MAY 2017
ChristiansinAfrica
ThatChristiansinAfrica,inimitationoftheMercifulJesus,maygivepropheticwitnesstoreconciliation,justice,andpeace.
CONGRATULATIONSTOOURNEWLYBAPTIZED
WELCOMETOTHEFAMILY
TannerAhonuiMarquezBaptizedonMay3,2017
SamuelCantiberosIV BaptizedonMay7,2017
ChrystinaK.Cantiberos BaptizedonMay7,2017
Angel–LynnCantiberos BaptizedonMay7,2017
PleaseprayforthesechildrenandtheirfamiliesthattheygrowtobetruedisciplesofJesus
ChristandfortheirparentsthattheHolySpiritmayguidethemastheyteachtheirchildren
ourCatholicfaith.
SamuelC.CantiberosIIIand
LeilanieDimaano MarriedonMay7,2017
Congratulations on your wedding. May God grant you all of life's
blessings and love's joys.
A blessed & Happy Mother’s Day to all of our special women who have given so much!
HappyMother’sDay to allMomswho gave their Fiat, like theBlessed VirginMarydidtotheHolySpirit.TothemotherswhogavetheirFiatspirituallycaringforchildrennottheirsbyblood,buttheirsbyGod’sWill.Wemustneverforgetthegrandmothers,whohavegivenin thismodernage,asmothers tochildrenleftalone.ToallthestepmomsandcaregiverswhoareasrealasanyMom. We thank you and love you! We lovingly pray for all of you
and know that you pray for us. Also we would like to thank all the volunteers who helped prepare the roses for our Mother’s Day tribute today. Mahalo & God Bless!
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FaithFormation
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
ʻAnoʻai Kākou,
The Young Adult Ministry continue to volunteer at the Kakaʻako family shelter, tutoring the school kids or simply playing with the little ones. They are experimenting with different days and activities, to see how they can help best. This week they scheduled Monday and Wednesday, so if you can spare an hour after work, please stop by.
John 10:16 And I have other sheep, that are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will heed my voice. So there shall be one flock, one shepherd.
The Young Adult Ministry would like to remind everyone that they have suspended meetings at the church after Sunday evening mass, but are planning other activities for the future. If you have any interest, questions, comments, ideas, or just want to get on the St. Don's distribution list to receive the updates, please e-mail us at [email protected] or send us a text message at 305-898-0378. Hope to see everyone soon!
Throughout the year, the students have reviewed various key components, helping them to know, love and live our Catholic Faith. They've come to know by learning what we believe based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church; love by growing to understand why we believe it; and live by sharing how we can apply this to our daily lives through service. Some of the articles we've reviewed include the components of the Apostles’ Creed,
Commandments and Beatitudes, Virtues, Works of Mercy, Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Precepts of the Church, Jesus’ true presence in the Eucharist and obtaining grace through the Sacraments. In class, the students were encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences and bring the Gospel to life. We found an underlying theme of love and forgiveness amid our discussions. As a class we also honor our Blessed Mother and reflect on Jesus' life through the devotion of the rosary. At the beginning of each class, we pray together a decade of the rosary, reflecting on the mysteries corresponding to the Liturgical season. During Advent, we reflected on Jesus and Mary through the Joyful mysteries. During Lent, we prayed the Stations of the Cross and reflected on Jesus' passion through the Sorrowful mysteries. And during Easter, we reflect on His resurrection through the Glorious mysteries. Some of the students who were in their second year of Confirmation are also preparing to receive their Sacrament in June. With gratitude, the students are recognizing along their faith journey that in order to gain the happiness of heaven, we must know, love and serve God in this world.
