sunday, april 20, 2014 - easter sunday of the resurrection

SUNDAY, APRIL 20, 2014 - EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION
ASSIGNED CLERGY:
PASTOR:
Rev. Michael W. Davis
PAROCHIAL VICARS:
Rev. Daniel P. Martin
Rev. Abel E. Barajas
PERMANENT DEACONS:
Rev. Mr. Roberto Fleitas
Rev. Mr. Raul Flores
Rev. Mr. Miguel Parladé
PARISH OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Wednesday
Thursday - Friday
MASS SCHEDULE:
MONDAY - FRIDAY 6:15am
8:00am
12:15pm
5:30pm
English
English
English
Spanish
SATURDAY
VIGIL
8:00am
5:00pm
English
English
SUNDAY
7:30am
9:00am
10:30am
12:30pm
5:30pm
7:00pm
English
English
English
Spanish
English
Spanish
8:30am to 8:00pm
8:30am to 5:00pm
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W
elcome to Easter Sunday 2014!
As an Easter people, each of us lives in the wake of
the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. World history has been
impacted by this event. Nations and cultures have been
infused with the sentiments of this event. Our own family
trees have been touched and forever enlivened by the
mystery of the Resurrection. Our presence here in church
today gives witness to the deepest hope of the human
heart: hope in life eternal. It is in Christ that the glory of
the Resurrection has been revealed. It is through Him that
our hope of eternity dawns. The good news of Easter is
that sin and death no longer have the final word. Christ is
victorious and invites us to share in his victory. Praise His
holy name!
Some may make the mistake of saying that Jesus WAS
raised from the dead. The Church, however, has
consistently believed and taught that Jesus IS RISEN from
the dead. Jesus Christ is not just a figure from the
historical past, but He is a present reality, inviting a
personal, active, lived relationship with Him in the here
and now. All of us are invited. A new day has arrived. Will
you welcome Easter faith?
At the Easter Vigil, He became especially real and
personal to the catechumens who have now begun their
new life of grace in the waters of Baptism. Far from a
part-time, mere annual commemoration, the new
neophytes deeply know that Jesus Christ IS present to
them, and is always present to us in the sacramental life of
the Church. When our faith is deep and sincere, we not
only proclaim the Risen Christ with our lips on this day,
but we endeavor by grace to proclaim Him by our way of
living the whole year through. This is what most
powerfully speaks to a waiting world. The newly baptized
now have lives that are marked and their hearts now set on
higher realms. Easter renews that in all of us as well. Their
walk with the Risen One (and OUR walk with Him) is a
year round, day in and day out experience. Anything less
cheapens the dignity of this, the centerpiece of Christian
faith, and of our Catholic life in Him, which is Easter.
Although Lent has been long, we are now able again to
rejoice and say that Jesus IS risen. He IS risen, indeed!
Here at the Church of the Little Flower, it is our honor
to follow Christ, our Light. He shines meaning, hope, and
promise upon His faithful followers. We annually look
forward to this stupendous day, and we do our best to
always live in the wake of Easter morn. What was dead
shall live. What was dark shall be illumined. What was
forgotten shall be remembered. What was fallen shall be
raised up. In the power of the Resurrection we strive again
to be counted among the members of His flock, and we
invite others to discover that grace too. What would we
not do or give for Him who has given us so much?
May we all have a renewed Easter faith. May our lips
proclaim Him. May our lives give witness to Him. And may
our hearts rejoice in Him forever! Alleluia!!
2711 Indian Mound Trail
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Phone: (305) 446-9950
www.cotlf.org
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OFFICE STAFF
Mrs. Irma Aguilar
Ext. 300
Receptionist
Data Processing Coordinator
Mrs. Maria Elena Chialastri,
Ext. 306
Office Manager
Administrative Assistant to the Pastor
Mr. Juan Del Sol,
Ext. 311
Wedding Coordinator
Dr. Dawn Fontana,
Ext. 305
Director of Liturgical Music
Mrs. Cris Garcia-Casals
(305) 446-5540
Administrative Assistant
Office of Religious Education
Sister Maria Kolbe, OCD
(305) 446-5540
Director of Religious Education
Mr. Mark Landia
Ext. 308
Resource Officer for Communications and Protocol
Mrs. Maria Pernas,
Ext. 314
Bookkeeper
Mr. Jorge Santibáñez
Ext. 307
Youth Minister
Coordinator of Ministries
Mr. Milton Somarriba
Ext. 309
Church Custodian
Ms. Vivian Xiqués
Ext. 302
Curator of Records
Virtus Training Coordinator
ST. THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
2701 Indian Mound Trail
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Phone: (305) 446-1738
www.stscg.org
Administrated by
The Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart
Sr. Caridad, OCD., Principal
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
Saturday (English and Spanish) 8:30 am to 10:00 am
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Private on Saturdays 11:00 am, 11:30 am., 12:00 pm or
Group on Sundays at 2:00 pm
Arrangements must be made with the Parish Office
two months in advance.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
Arrangements must be made with the Parish Office
at least six months in advance.
E
ASTER SUNDAY
APRIL 20, 2014
When Christ your life appears,
then you too will appear with him in glory.
— Colossians 3:4
“W
WHAT DO YOU KNOW?
hat do you know?” is the question
linking all three readings today. Imagine
the shock waves that shot through the city of
Jerusalem that first Easter morning. Jesus’ body was
missing! By the time Peter spoke the words found
in today’s first reading, fifty days had passed, so he
began by saying, in effect, “I take it you know what
has been reported all over Judea about Jesus of
Nazareth.” Of course they knew by then, but in
today’s Gospel we are taken back to the first day.
We meet Mary Magdalene exclaiming, “We don’t
know where they put him!”
What do we know? In the second reading Paul
asks, “Do you not know that a little yeast leavens all
the dough?” Do we know the power of our own
faith? Do we know the effect we can have on
others?
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NEXT WEEKEND’S MASS SCHEDULE
T
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
he Lenten journey is now complete, its
mission of renewal and preparation to receive
new life fulfilled. The call to worship the Risen Lord
has been received, and we gather to experience
together the consoling presence of Christ in word
and sacrament. We are at our best today, crowded
and cramped to be sure, but the fullest sign of who
were are meant to be. Christ has claimed us in the
waters of baptism, we have acquired wonderful
companions, and together we can accomplish great
things.
This is the day for rekindling the old flames of
baptismal commitment, so we light the paschal
candle, and by its light we make yet again the
ancient promises to reject evil’s grip and empty
promises. Today we do not recite the Creed, but
respond with one voice to age-old questions. New
life has to be nurtured, both the life of the newly
baptized and the renewed life of those who have
passed through Lent’s refining prayer, fasting, and
giving alms. At any Mass during the next fifty days,
you may be surprised by grace and splashed by
water!
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
SACRED STEPS:
SACRAMENTAL CELEBRATIONS AT LITTLE FLOWER
Congratulations to our Newly Baptized:
Vida Castellanos, Kaleesi Mia Lanzas, Ponce Pascual
Martinez, Eduardo Jose Moreno, Alexandra Anne
Strauch, Gaia Cardenas, Mateo Alberto Giorla, Matias
Enrique Gonzalez
Congratulations and God’s Blessings to those Joined in
Holy Matrimony:
Rest in Peace. We Pray for Those Who Have Entered
Eternity:
Lila Fariñas, Irma A. Gonzalez
SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Fr. Martin
Fr. Davis
SUNDAY, APRIL 27TH
7:30 am
9:00 am
10:30 am
12:30 pm
5:30 pm
7:00 pm
Fr. Davis
Fr. Ibok
Fr. Martin
Fr. Barajas
Fr. Martin
Fr. Barajas
SIGNS OF OUR STEWARDSHIP
Weekend of April 6, 2014
Attendance …………………………………………….. 2,586
Adult Collection ……………..……………..………. $18,905
Children’s Collection ………………..…….………....... $595
Devotional Lights …………….………...……….…… $3,256
Total …………………………...………………... $23,306.64
A Charitable Gift Annuity benefits our parish, offers better rates than many CDs,
gives you a tax deduction, and is an excellent way to pass on your Catholic Heritage.
Call the Office of Planned Giving at (305) 762-1110 for more information.
MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday, April 20 - Easter Sunday
7:30 am
9:00 am
10:30 am
12:30 pm
5:30 pm
7:00 pm
(†) Cristina Parlade
Murdock Family Intentions
Members of the Parish Family
Intenciones de la Familia Portocarrero
Virginia Galves
Aniversario de Victor y Elvira Escribano Fariñas
Monday, April 21 - Monday within the Octave of Easter
6:15 am
No Mass
8:00 am
(†) Lazaro Fraga
12:15 pm Murdock Family Intentions
5:30 pm
(†) Julia de Villegas, Leslie Fatima,
y Alejandro Canelo
Tuesday, April 22 - Tuesday within the Octave of Easter
6:15 am
Jeremy Aguilera
8:00 am
(†) Zenaida Bacardi
12:15 pm Murdock Family Intentions
5:30 pm
(†) Ninfa Galeano Moreno
Wednesday, April 23 - Wednesday within the Octave of Easter
6:15 am
(†) Ernesto Valdes
(†) G. Maurice & Anastasia Bezy
8:00 am
12:15 pm Murdock Family Intentions
5:30 pm
(†) Fortunata Dominguez
Thursday, April 24 - Thursday within the Octave of Easter
(†) Gustavo Ruan Cogollo
6:15 am
8:00 am
12:15 pm
5:30 pm
Peter J. Greer’s Birthday
Murdock Family Intentions
(†) Norkis y Raul Aguirre
Friday, April 25 - Friday within the Octave of Easter
6:15 am
8:00 am
12:15 pm
5:30 pm
Rev. Miguel Fernandez
(†) Ada Hernandez
Murdock Family Intentions
Mercedes San Ruman Bernardo
Saturday, April 26 - Saturday within the Octave of Easter
8:00 am
Murdock Family Intentions
5:00 pm
(†) Carlos, Esperanza, & Mercedes Barrios
Sunday, April 27 - 2nd Sunday of Easter/Divine Mercy Sunday
7:30 am
(†) Marie Chiarlone
9:00 am
Greer Munley Family Intentions
10:30 am
Members of the Parish Family
12:30 pm Intenciones de la Familia Murdock
5:30 pm
(†) Olga Romanach
7:00 pm
(†) Raul Fernandez-Shelton
LET US PRAY FOR THOSE IN NEED - OREMOS POR LOS NECESITADOS
Carlos Javier Sequeira - Andrés Arias - Eddy Bruno - Gabriel Habib - Martha Leonard - Lizveth Chávez - Steven Michael - José Rodríguez - Noah Masse - Greg Davis
- Francis Diaz - Pierre Mezidor - Gumecindo Pérez - Ann Mahfood - Mary Gilliam - Dan Fitzgerald - Miriam Garcia - Cindy Wong - Blanca Henriquez - Barbara
Senninger - Yolanda Felipe - Kevin Childs - Frances Diaz - Luis Guillermo Saldorriaga - Alejandro Gonzalez - Thomas Prado - Reynaldo Chavarry - Katherine
Cabarga - Emily Nelson - Mercedita Restrepo - Larry King - Maria Diaz de la Fuente - Maria Campos Castellanos - Mayra Vasquez - Wendy Granger - Jonathan
Kevin Serrano - Steve Musolino - Antonio Lista - David Del Valle - Julia Salas - Francisco J. Corripio - Leonor Velez - Alessandra Sanchez-Medina - Marco Ferrari
- Teresa de Jesus Diaz Brito - Alberto Roldan - Luly Exposito - Veronica Izaguirre - Ivan Jordana - Matthew Young - Carolina Nodarse Diaz - Teresa de Jesus DiazBrito - Yolanda Santos de Folgar - Martha Garcia - Vasco Gonzalez Arbulo - Carlos Martinez Mole - Jorge L. Ortega - Gladys Ramirez - Jeremy Aguilera
PARISH WEEKLY CALENDAR
12:00 pm
Sunday, April 20
Legion de Maria: Angelus y Rosario - LH
Monday, April 21
Office Closed Today
No Gaudium Jr High Youth Group Today
7:00 pm
7:30 pm
7:oo pm
7:oo pm
7:30 pm
8:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
Bible Study - RPC
Emaus de Hombres - RPC
Tuesday, April 22
Legion of Mary - LH
RCIA - RPC
Talleres Training - RPC
Charismatic Prayer Group - RPC
Wednesday, April 23
Prayer and Life Workshop - RPC
Spanish Choir Rehearsal - C
Women’s Spanish Emmaus - RPC
Legion de Maria - LH
Thursday, April 24
Talleres de Oracion y Vida - RPC
Boy Scouts - CAF
Choir Rehearsal - STS
Cursillo - RPC
Men’s Emmaus - CH
7:30 pm
Friday, April 25
Grupo Oración Carismático - RPC
Saturday, April 26
CCD Classes Resume
8:30 am
Confessions - C
11 - 1:15 pm Baptisms - C
3:00 pm Wedding - C
Dan Enger Ruiz & Sandra Rodriguez
6:45 pm
Wedding - C
Jose Fernandez & Gabriela Perez
Sunday, April 27
Youth Ministry Fundraiser - Saint Pope Posters
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Legion de Maria: Angelus y Rosario - LH
Baptisms Scheduled - C
Divine Mercy - CH
Legend: C- Church; CAF- STS Cafeteria; KoC- Knights of Columbus Hall; LH- Legion of Mary
House; REC- Rectory; RPC- Reilly Parish Center; CH- Comber Hall; STS- St. Theresa School
“Dirty Rats”
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Each week we will offer snipets from Virtus
bulletins shared in the last year. Virtus training is a child sex abuse awareness and
prevention program that begins with a live training session and continues with monthly
bulletins.
“Ratters” are people who use Remote Access Tools (RATs) or “malware” to take over
people’s computers and spy on them through the victim’s webcams or built in cameras.
Malware stands for “malicious software,” which is a program designed to infiltrate
computers, tablets, or smartphones for a variety of purposes and without the users consent.
As technology continues to change rapidly, all of us charged with protecting children
must continue to stay abreast of the new programs and applications that may be used by
predators to manipulate and exploit children.
“Ratoneros Sucios”
Abril es el Mes Nacional para la Prevención del Abuso Infantil. Cada semana ofreceremos
una cápsula de los boletines de Virtus compartidos en el pasado año. El entrenamiento de
Virtus es un programa de conciencia y prevención del abuso infantil que comienza con una
presentación en vivo y continúa con boletines mensuales.
Los “ratoneros” son personas que utilizan las herramientas de acceso remoto (RATs) o
“malware” para apropiarse de las computadoras y espiar a las personas a través de las cámaras
web o cámaras incorporadas. El “malware” es un programa de código malicioso diseñado para
infiltrar las computadoras, las tabletas o los teléfonos inteligentes con una diversidad de
propósitos y sin el consentimiento del usuario.
En la medida en que la tecnología cambia rápidamente, los encargados de la protección de
los niños debemos estar al tanto de todos los nuevos programas y utilidades que puedan ser
utilizados por los predadores para manipular y aprovecharse de los niños.
OPEN INVITATION TO VISIT THE CHURCH OFFICE
With the recent opening of new offices and meeting rooms at the
Reily Parish Office Center, parishioners and visitors alike are welcome to
stop by for a tour or have a chat with any of the members of our
professional staff who serve as the engines “behind the scenes” at the
Church of the Little Flower. As we continue to expand our ministries and services, it is our
common hope that our parishioners will be well served, and that our community will
grow and flourish. Let us know how we can enhance your walk with Christ.
SHRINE TO SAINT THERESE
In anticipation of the 90th anniversary of the parish and
school, a new outdoor, illuminated, shrine dedicated to Saint
Therese of Lissieux, France is being planned to be built near
the main entrance of the parish office. The construction of a
grotto, kneelers and benches, a memorial brick patio, a lifesize statue of Saint Therese, and the planting of beautiful
landscaping will soon be in the offing, conveniently situated
under the big shade tree. Memorializations are being accepted for all component parts of this project, including the sponsorship of the statue of Saint Therese. Information on the memorial bricks will be available as we approach summer.
For more information, please see Father Davis.
OUR 90TH ANNIVERSARY!!!
Next year a series of important anniversaries will take place
here at the Church of the Little Flower. In the Fall of 2015,
for example, Saint Theresa School will commence its 90th
academic year. In April of 2016, the Parish will celebrate the
90th anniversary of its founding, and on December 8, 2016, the
original church (now Comber Hall) will celebrate the 90th
anniversary of its dedication. All our buildings have since been declared historical
sites, and such an anniversary gives us great cause for celebration. Many special
events and festive occasions are being planned to help us, as community, celebrate
this milestone. Great things are soon to come. Don’t miss out! You are part of one
of the oldest and most historical Catholic churches in all of South Florida. May our
parish family continue to grow!
HOLY HOUR
HORA SANTA
Join us for a Eucharistic Holy
Hour on Tuesday, April 29 at
7 p.m. in the Church. Come
adore the Lord in the Blessed
Sacrament!
Exposition,
Adoration,
Reflection,
Intercession and Hymns will be a part of this
beautiful hour of prayer. A light reception/
social will follow in Comber Hall.
All are welcome!
“WHY CATHOLIC?
¿POR QUÉ SER CATÓLICO?
A nation-wide program of adult
faith formation entitled, “Why Be
Catholic?,” is soon to be activated here at the
Church of the Little Flower. It will include three
components: 1.) the use of a meaningful
curriculum applied in each of our ministry
groups at the parish; 2.) the formation of a new
“large-group” ministry, entitled, “Why be
Catholic?,” which presents a model for faith
development; and finally 3.) the formation of
small groups of parishioners, who study and
pray over Catholic doctrine, as they seek faith
enrichment. For more information, contact
Fr. Daniel Martin at the parish office.
CONFESSIONAL RENOVATIONS
We will soon be underway with
the renovation of three of our
confessionals, which we use in the
Sacrament
of
Reconciliation.
It will be an effort in making them
more comfortable, private, and
user-friendly,
easing
access
with new flooring and signage,
enhancing furnishing, and including climate
control and lighting. Each confessional will cost
$18,000. To date, donations which address one
of the confessionals has been received. Thanks
to those who have given toward this cause.
Advance thanks to those of you who will soon
contribute.
DEVOTIONAL LIGHTS
At the base of all the
statues in our church are
our beautiful devotional
lights. Meant to lift our
minds and hearts to seek
heavenly assistance with our prayers, Catholic
devotion to the Sacred Heart, the Blessed
Mother, Saint Joseph, and the Saints is a
long-held tradition which fosters reverence
and cultivates faith and hope. As you select the
button of your choice, a light will illumine that
represents your prayer intention. Thank you
for your offerings for this service which serve
as tokens of your love and appreciation.
INTERNATIONAL PILGRIMAGE PROGRAM AT COTLF
Several times per year, opportunities will be offered to visit “holy” sites around the world as
part of our parish pilgrimage program. Perhaps you might consider joining us on one of our trips
designed to enrich the faith and build community. Contact Mark Landia at our Communications
Office of more information.
Holy Land: June 2014. FULL
Italy: December 2014: ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Argentina and Brasil Summer 2015: NOW WELCOMING INTEREST
World Youth Day in Poland SUMMER 2016: NOW WELCOMING INTEREST
France 2016 (St. Therese of Lissieux, Paris, Lourdes, Avignon): NOW WELCOMING INTEREST
A SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TO ITALY!
You are invited to join us on a once-in-a-lifetime ‘Journey to Italy,’ 10-days,
December 25, 2014 to January 3, 2015. Includes visits to Rome, Assisi,
Florence, Orvieto, Monte Cassino & more! Only $3,374 from Miami (MIA),
plus $536 in airport taxes and $125 in tips. Under the Spiritual Direction of
Rev. Michael Davis of Church of the Little Flower.
To download the free color brochure and registration form, visit
www.GoCatholicTravel.com/Davis, or for more information, please contact
Mr. Mark Landia at (305) 446-9950 or send an email to [email protected].
Space is limited. Register today!
REPORT ON FATHER O'SULLIVAN
Father Sean O'Sullivan has informed us of his hope
to return to the parish on April 21st to resume life at
the Little Flower rectory. After a long period of
recuperation, he very much wishes to be at the
service of the parish community, which he loves so
much. Although his fragile health will prevent him
from presiding and preaching at public Masses,
and he no longer is able to drive, he wants to
nonetheless be available to meet with parishioners,
offer counsel and spiritual direction, and hear
confessions each weekday at the parish office. We
look forward to welcoming him back. Just call
ahead to be sure to let him know that you are
coming by for a visit. He'll be happy to welcome
you and meet with you.
OUTDOOR CANDLELIGHT ROSARY
IN MAY
Since May is a Marian month,
we will again have an outdoor
candlelight rosary ceremony on
the lawn surrounding the grotto
of the rectory-house yard on
Monday, May 5th, at 8:00pm.
It will be a beautiful way to
express our filial affection for
the Blessed Mother, as we pray
the rosary in five different
languages (English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese,
and Latin). The 25-minute ceremony will be
followed by a light reception under the rectory
carport. All are welcome.
INFORMATION BOOTH:
A GREAT SUCCESS IN
HOSPITALITY AND CONVENIENCE
It’s as if the office has
been brought to the front
door of church. Mark Landia,
our
new
Director
of
Communications
and
Protocol, will be staffing the
information booth every
weekend near the main entrance of church, to be of
assistance to the community in manifold ways.
Parish registration, baptismal and wedding forms
and information, pilgrimage brochures, car magnets,
and ministry information are now readily accessible
at the front door. Even if questions are asked that
cannot be answered, names and phone numbers will
be taken, and return calls will be made with answers
and assistance. It’s another success story of
hospitality and service at the Church of the Little
Flower.
Our quarterly Healing Mass for
the infirmed, the weak, the aged,
and those facing surgery is
scheduled for Tuesday, May 20th
at 7:00pm. Multiple priests will
be present to bestow the
Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Please mark
your calendars and join us!
MEN’S EMMAUS RETREAT
The Men’s Emmaus Community of
the Church of the Little Flower
invites you for a weekend of
spiritual exercises and reflection.
The Retreat will be held at the
Miami Youth Center Retreat House on May 16, 17
& 18, 2014. The retreat begins at 6:00pm sharp on
Friday and ends by 3:30pm on Sunday.
Information sheets and retreat applications are
available at the doors of the Church, as well as at
the parish office and on the parish website. For
more information, please contact Hely Santeliz
at
(954)
614-5993
or
by
email
at
[email protected]
PUBLIC SQUARE DISCIPLESHIP
The
Public
Square
Discipleship
Ministry
and the Respect Life
Ministry wish to thank
everyone who prayed
with us and otherwise
supported the 40 Days
for Life Prayer Vigil on April 5.
The Saturday vigil truly was a testament and
witness to our faith in support of the unborn, and
built a strong bond of fellowship among us all.
A special thanks to Fr. Davis and Fr. Martin for
being there with us in solidarity!
VBS JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS
TRAINING FOR VBS JR VOLUNTEERS WILL BEGIN ON
MONDAY, APRIL 28TH AT 8PM, IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
THE JR HIGH YOUTH GROUP. VOLUNTEERS IN 6-8TH GRADE
ARE WELCOME TO COME EARLIER TO TAKE PART IN THE
YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES.
CATHOLICISM SERIES
The Legion of Mary presents Fr. Robert
Barron’s highly acclaimed series entitled
“Catholicism.” All are invited to rediscover
the beauty of our Catholic faith!
Part IV - April 24th, 7pm - Legion House
Our Tainted Nature’s Solitary Boast - Mary, The
Mother of God
In this episode, Father Barron masterfully
correlates the Catholic Faith's testimony to the
revelation of God in Christ with the vivid
practices of reverence offered to his Mother. Mary
is explained as an on-going presence, an actor in
the life of the Church. Fr Barron journeys to the
humble remains of Mary's house in Nazareth, to
the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus, and to
the great Marian shrines of Lourdes and
Guadalupe to explain the Church's teachings
about Mary as the Mother of God, the
Immaculate Conception and the dogma of the
Assumption.
For more information, contact Maria López
at 786-247-3872 or [email protected].
YOUTH MINISTRY
CORNER
VBS 2014 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Registration for VBS: Weird Animals, taking
place the weeks of June 16 and June 23, 2014 is
now OPEN!
For information about the camp, dates and
times, and fees, please visit
https://www.groupvbspro.com/
vbs/ez/littleflower
or scan this code with
your smartphone!
D
OMINGO DE PASCUA
20 DE ABRIL DE 2014
Cuando se manifieste Cristo, vida de ustedes,
entonces también ustedes se manifestarán
gloriosos, juntamente con él.
— Colosenses 3:4
“¿Q
“¿QUÉ LES PARECE?”
ué les parece?” es la pregunta que une a las
tres lecturas de hoy. Imagínense el choque
que estremeció a Jerusalén esta primera mañana de
Pascua. ¡El cuerpo de Jesús no estaba! Cuando
Pedro pronunció las palabras de la primera lectura
de hoy, habían pasado cincuenta días y por eso
empezó diciendo: “Ustedes saben lo sucedido en
toda Judea sobre Jesús de Nazaret . . .” Por supuesto
sabían lo ocurrido, pero en el Evangelio de hoy nos
transportamos al primer día. Nos encontramos con
María Magdalena exclamando: “¡No sabemos dónde
lo han puesto!”
¿Qué sabemos nosotros? En la segunda lectura
Pablo pregunta: “¿No saben que basta un poco de
levadura para transformar toda la masa?”
¿Conocemos el poder de nuestra propia fe?
¿Sabemos el efecto que tenemos en los demás?
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes:
Hch 2:14, 22-33; Sal 16 (15):1-2, 5, 7-11;
Mt 28:8-15
Martes:
Hch 2:36-41; Sal 33 (32):4-5, 18-20, 22;
Jn 20:11-18
Miércoles: Hch 3:1-10; Sal 105 (104):1-4, 6-9;
Lc 24:13-35
Jueves:
Hch 3:11-26; Sal 8:2, 5-9; Lc 24:35-48
Viernes: Hch 4:1-12; Sal 118 (117):1-2, 4, 22-27;
Jn 21:1-14
Sábado:
Hch 4:13-21; Sal 118 (117):1, 14-21;
Mc 16:9-15
Domingo: Hch 2:42-47; Sal 118 (117):2-4, 13-15, 2224; 1 Pe 1:3-9; Jn 20:19-31
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