Last updated on July 02, 2008

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PARISH STAFF

Msgr. Lawrence E. White, Pastor

Fr. P. R. Victor, Parochial Vicar

Ron Dubuque, Deacon

Freddie Perez, Plant Manager

Linda Sullivan, Administrative Assistant

Tammy Soliz, Secretary

My dear brother and sisters,

May the Peace that the Lord Jesus brought to the world be yours!

                  Two hundred and thirty-two years ago this past July 4^th, the founding fathers of the United States declared their independence from England and gave birth to this great country of ours. Many people over the years have given their lives so that you and I could live as free people. Our creator has given us certain inalienable rights that are protected by our constitution. Last Friday, July 4^th, gave us once again an opportunity to not only celebrate our independence but to give thanks to God for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice of giving their lives so that we can live as a free people.

            As you cooked your hot dogs and hamburgers and sat along the seawall lining Corpus Christi Bay to watch the fireworks, I hope you remembered the men and women who are in harms way this July 4^th so that the people in Iraq and Afghanistan may also one day enjoy living as a free people. Ask the Lord to give the leaders of our world the wisdom to bring a lasting peace to our war torn world.

As we remember the 232^nd anniversary of our independence, let us take the opportunity to reflect on the obligations that are ours as a free people. Freedom does not give us the right to do as we please to whomever we want. We must respect the dignity of all people – born and unborn. We do not have the right to act unjustly towards others because of their race, religious affiliation, or sexual orientation. Racial and religious prejudice should have no place in our lives. We should never forget the words penned by our founding fathers: “All men are created equally.”

              Being a free people means that we also respect the property of others. I would go so far as to say that we are to help look after that which belongs to anther in so far as it is within our power to do so. In our time, there is a lot of destruction of both private and public property by individuals who place themselves above the rights of others. The graffiti that we find on the sides of buildings and other places is an example of individuals abusing the freedom that we enjoy. Anther is example is the people who ride their skateboards and/or roller-blades on porches of churches and government building, and in so doing either damage or destroy the property of others.

              Freedom does not give anyone the right to take the law into their own hands and act without regards for the well being of others. There are entirely too many violent deaths in this country, in this city named after the Body of Christ.

              This country was founded on Christian principles. If all of us would simply live the faith that we say we have, the problems that our society faces would be lessened. I am convinced of this! True freedom comes from God and God alone. We need to give thanks to Him for allowing us to live in this beautiful country of our, this “land of freedom.”

              Let us remember people everywhere who do not enjoy the same freedom that you and I enjoy. Keep them in your prayers so that one day they too will be free. Live your lives in a way that is an example to others, always respecting the rights of others.

                              I love you,                               

  Scripture Readings for the 15^th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

First reading:                 Isaiah 55:10-11
Second reading:           Romans 8:18-23
Gospel:                          Matthew 13:1-23

 Remember that we will get far more out of the Sunday scripture readings and the homily if we read the scripture readings before we come to Mass each Sunday.

SCHOOL REGISTRATION

The school office will be open for business on July 14^th. There is still room in all the grades except K5. Remember that the school does offer a negotiated tuition. If you would like to give your child a good Catholic education but think that you can not afford it, please take the time to speak with the principal, Mrs. Anna Peterson. She will be able to work something out in most cases. We need your help to get more students.

PASTORAL CARE MINISTERS   AA Group                             Monday & Thursday, 8 - 9 p.m., KC House Health Ministries                  Melissa Nunez                                                 855-3795 Shut-Ins                                Paul Juarez                                                    774-1768 Works of Mercy                    Thelma Cruz (Fax 852-7541)                            852-4905

PARISH ORGANIZATIONS

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

BAPTISM  The Sacrament of Baptism is conferred after parents and godparents have completed all four required classes.  A birth certificate and $10 is required at the office to register for the classes.

MARRIAGE  The Sacrament of Matrimony is conferred after at least six months of preparation with a Priest/Deacon.  Pamphlets with more information may be picked up at the office.

RECONCILIATION  The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is celebrated each Saturday, 3:30 to
5:00 p.m.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (C.C.D)  Religious Education is for students in K-4 through Grade 8.  On Saturday's K-4 through 6th grade will meet at 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.  On Wednesday's grades 6 through 8 will meet at 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.  For more information call the Religious Education Office.

Donated by the
SS. Cyril and Methodius Altar Society
1997

Ss. Cyril & Methodius

Constructed by Ed Ladd on March 22, 1998 and last updated on July 02, 2008