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1 de agosto de 2014: Exposición del Santísimo Sacramento Después de la Misa de 12:00 p.m. mediodía hasta bendición a las 5:45 p.m. en la Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

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August 9, 2014 - June 13, 2015: Level 1 Catechist Certification Workshops at St. Joseph Church for all three (3) parishes

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Contact Vida Jones (830)775-4753 dbvmsm2266@hotmail.com

August 1 - 2, 2014: All Night Eucharistic Adoration at St. Joseph Church

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Sacred Heart Church RCIA 2014-2015 Schedule of Classes

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July 22, 2014: Archdiocese of San Antonio Humanitarian Aid for Migrant Minors - Parishioners can be invited to offer goods or money for Catholic Charities on the weekend of August 2 & 3, 2014

Very Rev. Lawrence J. Christian Vicar General and Interfaith Liaison Archdiocese of San Antonio Humanitarian Aid for Migrant Minors I was hungry and you fed me, naked and you clothed me... (Mt.25)  July 22, 2014 Parishes wishing to participate in offering humanitarian aid for the many thousands of young people and many young mothers who have been approaching the U.S. border may be helpful at this time. The greatest needs are at the points of entry along the border. Many young people arrive quite literally with only the clothes on their backs and nothing else! We want to stress that this action is strictly a humanitarian response to an immediate need. Parishioners can be invited to offer goods or money for Catholic Charities on the weekend of August 2nd and 3rd.  The following items can be accepted: • Children’s clothing new or gently used, ages toddler through 17. • Underwear must be new and in original, unopened packaging. • Children’s sized shoes can also be accepted

July 21, 2014: Statement for the Archdiocese of San Antonio: A Compassionate Response to a Humanitarian Crisis

21 de Julio de 2014: Declaración para la Arquidiócesis de San Antonio: Una respuesta compasiva a esta gran crisis humanitarian

Afterthoughts: Say JESUS! (With an exclamation mark)

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Afterthoughts: GIVE - FORGIVE - LIVE

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Afterthoughts: God gives us the weather and the grace to weather the weather

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Afterthoughts: Sainthood

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July 25, 2014: Day of Fasting and Prayer for persecuted Christians in the Middle East

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Please pray for Christians in Iraq, Syria, and the Middle East!

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Daily Gospel "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life." John 6:68 http://dailygospel.org Because of the critical situation of the Christian communities in Iraq, Syria and the Middle East,  through their bishops, they are asking us for our support at this time of great difficulties for them. These communities need our prayers and our help. Together we can be of great assistance. Please join us this  Friday 25th July , for the first day of prayer and fasting   initiated by Cardinal Philippe Barbarin of Lyon France. Please join in prayer with the Christians who are suffering for bearing witness to Our Lord, we all pray for peace in the region. Our warmest thanks in advance. Yours in Christ, The Daily Gospel Team

The Lord Shows His Presence During Mass

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(Email received) Hi Everyone;  The following website displays our Lord's presence during Holy Mass locally – St Monica’s Catholic Church, Converse, TX.  Blessings Website: http://padremartin.org/index.php/videos%20/20 In this remarkable video The Lord revealed His presence during the Consecration in a Mass conducted at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Converse, TX.  Padre Martín Scott was the presiding priest, and a member of our volunteer staff, Bobby Contreras, was filming the Mass on his mini-IPAD. As Padre Martín raised the host, a bright light suddenly appeared in the video.  The church lights did not change at all, which is plainly evident if you look at the unaltered pew shadows on the floor.  Bobby, thinking something had gone wrong with the camera, attempted to reset the auto-focus several times by tapping on the IPAD screen.  The bright light rem

July 22, 2014: Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary DVD & discussion

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Dear little handmaids and friends, This is a reminder that on Tuesday, July 22, 2014, from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM in CCD Room 11 at St. Joseph Church Little Handmaids of Our Sorrowful Mother will be showing a DVD, with a discussion afterwards, on Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary, according to St. Louis de Montfort.  We will see 2 talks by a Montfort Missionary priest, Fr. Hugh Gillespie, a very engaging and insightful speaker. We will have a few Preparation for Total Consecration books, in English and Spanish, on sale for $5 each. If Our Lady is calling you to learn more about the meaning of this Consecration and preparation for it, please say YES.  You will learn a lot-- whether you have already made the Consecration, or plan to make or renew it!  Every time I prepare to renew my Consecration, the Holy Spirit and His Holy Spouse, Mary, teach me something new. To Jesus through Mary

Excerpt from 2016 World Youth Day prayer

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Afterthoughts: Calling all Catholics to the Conquest of Cyberspace for Christ

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In the NEW EVANGELIZATION  we are called to be  Cyberspace Cadets for Christ

America: Now Showing at Cinemark 8 in Del Rio, Texas

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AMERICA:  IMAGINE THE WORLD WITHOUT HER is a documentary with a positive biblical worldview and an uplifting, inspiring patriotic message.

A Candle Loses Nothing by Lighting Another Candle

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(Email received) Dear God,   I pray that You will guide someone to find a cure for cancer in 2014 ..... Amen

Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary by St. Louis de Montfort

Dear little handmaids and friends, This coming Tuesday, July 22, 2014, from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM in CCD Room 11, we will be showing 2 episodes of a DVD on Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary, for those who would like to consider making or renewing this consecration. We will have a short discussion after each episode. The episodes will be on: Renouncing the Spirit of the World, and Knowledge of Self Feel free to call me with any questions. To Jesus through Mary, Cami 830-469-8218 --  Little Handmaids of Our Sorrowful Mother www.s orrowfulmother.net And Mary said, "Behold I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word." (Lk 1:38)

Himno a Nuestra Señora de la Medalla Milagrosa

La llevo en mi pecho, porque prometiste, al que la portara  una gran bendición, tu santa medalla me acompaña siempre a ti buena madre, me entrego hoy. Los rayos son tus gracias Milagrosa, que a todos tu derramas Milagrosa, y brotan de tus manos Milagrosa, acogen a tus hijos Milagrosa. El pueblo confiado a ti clamó, tu gracia divina  y tu bendición, las doce estrellas, los dos corazones, la cruz y la M, son la redención. Oh María concebida sin pecado, ruega por nosotros que acudimos a ti.

July 18, 2014: Rosary for World Peace on EWTN

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SPECIAL PROGRAMMING ROSARY FOR WORLD PEACE The Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word lead a televised Rosary to pray for peace and the victims of the plane attack that took the lives of 295 people. Friday  07/18/2014 08:00 AM 02:30 PM   08:30 PM

Heartbeat International Option Line milestone - 2 million contacts

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We've Reached an Amazing Milestone! Yesterday , at  12:08 am , a Heartbeat International Option Line consultant answered a call. The young woman on the other end of the line was looking for abortion information. She needed someone, especially when she felt most alone. Option Line—Heartbeat’s  24/7  helpline—was there. And, the young woman was referred to help in her community, Heartbeat affiliate, Bella Women’s Center, in Warren, OH. But what was so special about this midnight call? After all, Option Line has been reaching women with life-affirming help and hope for nearly 100,000 consecutive hours—including holidays—and carefully connecting women in need with local Pregnancy Help Centers. This particular call was worthy to celebrate because it marked  the 2 millionth time Option Line has answered  since we first said, "Hello," in 2003!

Listen to EWTN Radio when traveling out-of-town . . . .

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Three Day Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel

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Feast Day July 16, 2014 Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days:   Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven. Oh, Blessed Mother of the Son of God; Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity. ( Mention your request here ) There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. ( say three times ). Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands. ( say three times ). Amen.  

El gol mas grande

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(Correo electrónico recibido) Este es mi amado Jesús, quien alcanzara el gol más grande, para toda la humanidad, nuestra salvación. Alemania y Argentina ya  tienen su gol, nuestro amado Papa Francisco y Benedicto 16 Papa Emérito. . . . . ambos son ganadores. . . . . goooooolll  con amor R o s y

Afterthought: Savior

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Banner and Portrait at St. Joseph Church

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The Canonization of Pope John Paul II & Pope John XXIII Quote by Blessed John XXIII Portrait of Blessed Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio

July 2014 schedule of classes for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) at Sacred Heart Church

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July 14, 2014 - Saint Kateri Tekakwitha - Daily Gospel

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(Email received) Monday, 14 July 2014 Saint Kateri Tekakwitha  (The first native American saint) Virgin (1656-1680) Daily Gospel

July 11, 2014: Today's Catholic - ARCHBISHOP'S COLUMN - Those Detained at Lackland are Our Children

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(Email received) Read "Today's Catholic" article by    Archbishop Gustavo Garcia Siller Archbishop of San Antonio, Texas ARCHBISHOP'S COLUMN (JULY 11, 2014) Those Detained at Lackland are Our Children

Afterthoughts: Christ-like Courage

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2014 World Cup: Germany vs. Argentina

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Spread the Word: Tune-in to EWTN!

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Looking for more ways to help people hear the Good News through EWTN? EWTN Radio has exclusive radio shows you can't see on TV, and  that's why it's more important than ever to let people know that you can listen to EWTN Everywhere you go! Here are some of the EWTN Radio features we'd like you to share:                 Look Who's Talking Now!  EWTN Radio Programs :   Whether you're looking for the quiet of "Daily Mass", help with family issues "The Doctor Is In", or simply "Catholic Answers Live," the   EWTN Radio Program Schedule   is your go-to guide so you never have to miss another one of your favorite programs again.  Spanish program schedules can also be found here as well! Around the Dial, Around the Country! EWTN AM/FM Stations :  Our local station   affiliates   can be heard around the country, and all their frequencies can be found   here   - don't forget to take a copy with you if you're t