PARISH DIRECTORY

Parish Office Main Office 424-1959 Parish Office Fax 424-0788 Office Hours: M, T, TH, F / 9 am-5 pm W / 1-5 pm E-Mail: scrhrtchurch@sbcglobal.net Website: www.shsalinas.org

Clergy Fr. Ignacio Martinez, 424-1959 Pastoral Administrator Fr. Noel De Lira, 424-1959 Parochial Vicar Fr. Dennis Peterson, 424-1959 Special Minister

Parish Deacons 424-1959 Deacon Rick Gutierrez

Deacon David Lansford Parish Administrator E-mail:dcndavidl@gmail.com

Deacon Morton Zabala E-mail:dcnmorton@gmail.com

Faith Formation…

Family 772-8222 English Faith Formation Coordinator 772-8230 Spanish Faith Formation Coordinator

Youth Ministry David Balch 809-5262 Youth Ministry & Confirmation Coordinator E-Mail: davidbalch@gmail.com

RCIA Bob Stewart 758-6433

Sacred Heart School 123 W. Market St., Salinas 771-1310 Website: www.shschool.com

Jennifer Dean, Principal Sr. Lynne Knapp, S.N.D., Religious Chairperson

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry 26 Stone St., Salinas 775-0545 M & F/9:00 - 11:00 am

Office Staff Arlala K. Sheppard 424-1959 Finance Manager Patty Atwood 424-1959 Office Manager Silvia Isassy, Secretary 424-1959 Tammy Sanders Communications Coordinator Bulletin Editor E-Mail: sacredheartparishbulletin@hotmail.com

MISSION Today’s first reading from Isaiah was occasioned by the return of the Jewish people from exile. The prophet visualizes the Holy City as a mother welcoming her children home. The people may now look forward to prosperity and comfort. In this post-Pentecostal season, the Church attributes this sense of fulfillment to the Holy Spirit. Paul, on the other hand, speaks of “the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.” It is the single thing of which he will boast, for it is the means by which we are re-created. The com-fort and prosperity promised in the first reading are here transformed by a deepening of the Christian paradox. Luke’s Gospel describes the calling and the mission of “seventy-two others,” who are commissioned to bring in the “harvest.” The number is symbolic, since according to Jewish tradition the number of nations in the world is seventy-two. This then is a uni-versal mission, a catholic mission to all the world. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION It’s high summer now, school is out, the pace of work slows, and some people drift away. There are visitors in the churches every summer, and familiar faces are “among the missing.” Some find the summer’s call more appealing than the summons of the church bells. Many, however, would not dream of missing a Sunday, and so they make their way to Mass in unfamiliar places, watching the locals for clues as to when to sit or stand, where the Communion stations are. In answering the call, they keep the “sabbatical” rhythm of the Christian life: every seventh day, the Body of Christ assem-bles for worship. For centuries, there was no obligation to Sunday Mass in the sense of a written law, but Christians have always yearned to be together on Sunday. In the city of Abitina, during a persecution by the Emperor Diocletian, a group of Christians were urged to stop worshiping together on Sundays. They responded, “Then take our lives, for with-out the Sunday we cannot live.” By a curious coincidence, the appointed readings to-day center us on thoughts of peace. On our Independence Day, the experience of wor-ship situates us in community, and evokes a commitment from us to be advocates of peace in all aspects of our society’s life. —James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

MISIÓN La primera lectura de hoy, tomada de Isaías, fue motivada por el retorno del pueblo judío del exilio. El profeta visualiza la Ciudad Santa como una madre que da la bienve-nida a sus hijos que regresan al hogar. El pueblo puede ahora esperar prosperidad y comodidad. En este tiempo después de Pentecostés, la Iglesia atribuye este sentimiento de satisfacción al Espíritu Santo. Pablo, por otro lado, habla de “la cruz de nuestro Señor Jesucristo”. Es la única cosa de que él se enorgullece porque es el medio por el cual somos re-creados. La comodidad y la prosperidad prometidas en la primera lectura se transforman aquí al profundizar una paradoja cristiana. El Evangelio de Lucas describe el llamado a la misión de “otros setenta y dos”, que son enviados a recoger la “cosecha”. El número es simbólico, pues según la tradición judía, el número de naciones en el mundo es setenta y dos. Esta, entonces, es una mi-sión universal, una misión católica para todo el mundo. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE En muchos santuarios de Latinoamérica y Europa se pueden encontrar diversas ofren-das que han dejado los fieles a través de los siglos. Entre estas ofrendas es de particular relieve el exvoto. Exvoto (una frase en latín que se traduce “del voto”) es el regalo que se le presenta al santo o a la santa en reconocimiento del favor recibido. Esto también se llama “manda”. Los exvotos o mandas toman varias formas desde pequeñas medallas en forma de la parte del cuerpo que fue sanado hasta pinturas del milagro concedido. El exvoto más antiguo en América es de una pintura mandada a hacer por Hernán Cortés en honor de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe de Extremadura (España). Esta imagen reconocía el hecho de ser salvado del piquete de un alacrán mientras estaba en México. Lamenta-blemente esta pintura se extravió en el siglo XIX. En realidad el santo o la santa no necesita el exvoto pero los creyentes sí. Estas mandas nos recuerdan el poder de la intercesión divina en la vida humana. También nos invitan al agradecimiento de los favores que Dios nos hace. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Sunday: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: World Youth Day Tuesday: St. Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions Thursday: St. Benedict Saturday: St. Henry; Blessed Virgin Mary

Domingo: Decimocuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Lunes: Jornada Mundial de la Juventud Martes: San Agustín Zhao Rong y sus

compañeros; Jueves: San Benito Sábado: San Enrique; Santa María Virgen

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS OBSERVANCIAS

Prayer / Worship / Mass / Treasure

MASS INTENTIONS

SUNDAY, JULY 07 7:15 am Garret Troy (DP) 9:00 am Sacred Heart Burials 11:00 am People of the Parish (DP) 1:00 pm Victor/Denise/Osiel Isassy (INT) (NL) 5:00 pm O’Brien-Tabulina Family (INT) (MDL) 7:00 pm Gregorio Garcia (NL)

MONDAY, JULY 08 7:00 am Cathi Torres (INT) 12:15 pm Uriel Coronel (INT)

TUESDAY, JULY 09 7:00 am Fred Vierra 12:15 pm Rosemary Abrams

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 7:00 am Ruth Goodwine 12:15 pm Nicasio/Marina De La Cruz

THURSDAY, JULY 11 7:00 am Jennifer Echeveria Talyor 12:15 pm Celedonia Arellano 7:00 pm María/María Luisa Lerma

FRIDAY, JULY 12 7:00 am Estela Martinez (INT) 12:15 pm Manuel S. Santa

SATURDAY, JULY 13 7:30 am Albert Aldana 5:00 pm Jesús Hernández Saavedra 7:00 pm Tarcila Alcala

SUNDAY, JULY 14 7:15 am Rose Lavorato 9:00 am Nicasio De La Cruz 11:00 am Johnny Cross, Jr. 1:00 pm People of the Parish 5:00 pm End Abortion 7:00 pm María Suarez ………………………………………………

Father Ignacio …………………………………...IM Father Noel ……………………………………...NL Father Dennis .………………………………...DP Father Scott …………………………………….SM MSGR. Daniel ………………………………….MDL

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THE SICK MEM-BERS OF OUR PARISH COMMUNITY

AND FOR THOSE WHO CARE FOR THEM If you know of someone that would like to receive Communion at home, please call

Catherine O’Brien, 758-1797.

HAGAMOS ORACIÓN POR LOS ENFERMOS DE NUESTRA

COMUNIDAD Y también por los que cuidan de ellos. Si quie-ren que se les lleve la comunión o quieren

confesarse, hable con Connie al 998-8842 o a la oficina de la Parroquia 424-1959.

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

Time and Talent…..Jesus sends off seventy-two disciples in our Gospel today. He instructs them in advance not to expect success in all of their endeavors. So when they fail, they are to “shake the dust from their feet” and move on. It is an instruction to be heeded by any who fail. Copyright © 2012, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

Plate collections so far in 2012-2013: $ 416,467.57 Budgeted plate collections year-to-date for 2012-2013: $ 452,760.00

(Our fiscal year goes from September 1 to August 31.)

Figures as of June 30th:

COLLECTIONS FOR THE WEEK / COLECTA SEMANAL

Totals will be available in next week’s bulletin.

If you are interested in electronic giving, please contact Arlala Sheppard 424-1959.

PARISH DEBT

The balance on our Cislini Youth Center debt is: $31,301.33.

WELCOME! Our warmest welcome to all who worship with us. If you would like to join our parish community, please fill out this form and place it in the collection basket or mail it to our Parish Office: 22 Stone Street, Salinas, California 93901

¡Bienvenidos! Nuestra más calurosa bienvenida a todas las personas que junto con nosotros alaban a Dios. Agra-decemos su participación. Si usted desea unirse a nuestra comunidad parroquial, por favor llene esta forma y deposítela en la canasta de los donativos, o envíela por correo, a nuestra Oficina Parroquial: 22 Stone Street, Salinas, CA 93901

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Monday: Gn 28:10-22a; Mt 9:18-26 Tuesday: Gn 32:23-33; Mt 9:32-38 Wednesday: Gn 41:55-57; 42:5-7a, 17-24a; Mt 10:1-7 Thursday: Gn 44:18-21, 23b-29; 45:1-5; Mt 10:7-15 Friday: Gn 46:1-7, 28-30; Mt 10:16-23 Saturday: Gn 49:29-32; 50:15-26a; Mt 10:24-33 Sunday: Dt 30:10-14; Col 1:15-20; Lk 10:25-37

Lunes: Gn 28:10-22a; Mt 9:18-26 Martes: Gn 32:23-33; Mt 9:32-38 Miércoles: Gn 41:55-57; 42:5-7a, 17-24a; Mt 10:1-7 Jueves: Gn 44:18-21, 23b-29; 45:1-5; Mt 10:7-15 Viernes: Gn 46:1-7, 28-30; Mt 10:16-23 Sábado: Gn 49:29-32; 50:15-26a; Mt 10:24-33 Domingo: Dt 30:10-14; Col 1:15-20; Lc 10:25-37

Sacred Heart School (831) 771-1310 ● www.shschool.com

Transitional Kindergarten through Eighth Grade ● Comprehensive Curriculum ● Interactive white boards ●

• New Science and Computer Labs in November 2012● iMac Computers • Enrichment programs: Technology, Music, Art, Spanish, Sports, Field Trips,

• Student Council, Community Service • WCEA/WASC/NCEA Accredited

Student applications of any religion, race, color, and national or ethnic origin are accepted

Mission Statement Sacred Heart School, a ministry of Sacred Heart Parish, brings together dedicated parents, faculty and staff in a safe, nurturing environment that fosters in students a lifelong commitment to Catholic values, learning and service that are centered on Reverence, Respect and Responsibility.

Sacred Heart Academic Awards

SACRED HEART INTENTION CALENDAR— The Sacred Heart calendar has room to make your special intentions for August Masses. The calendar for 2014 is now available. Please contact the Parish office at 424-1959 for info.

FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CATECHETICAL MINISTRIES-We are going to meet Pope Francis and you can too! Join Catechists, teachers and others in ministry, from the Dioceses of Monterey and San Jose, on a study trip to Rome, September 2-9, 2013. We will be visiting the central sites of our Catholic Faith and learn about key events and documents that have shaped our Church. We will also visit Assisi, home of St. Francis. Of course there will be time for shopping, gelato, espresso, and wine! All this and credit towards Catechist Certification and Renewal! Don’t wait, space is limited. For more info call Tish Scargill, Director of Catechetical Ministries for the Diocese of Monterey, 373-1335 ext. 230.

IM2 SUMMER PROGRAM AT PALMA HIGH - Our program runs July 8-12. Courses and camps are from 9-11 & 11:15 -1:15. There are culinary, music, art, reading & math skills courses as well as volleyball, basketball, softball, base-ball, football & agility camps. Fee is $155 for 2 courses or $85 for one. Applications are available at palmaschool.org or call Sarah at 320-4070 for more info.

DO YOU WANT TO READ THE BIBLE, BUT DON’T KNOW HOW TO BEGIN? - If you have ever wanted to read the Bible, but did not know where or how to begin, then The Bible Timeline Parish Study is for you. The Bible Timeline makes reading the Bible not only easy, but exciting. In this study, you will learn the major people, places, events and themes of the Bible—getting the “big picture” of salvation history. Perhaps for the first time in your life, you will understand the overview of the Bible story. This then makes your Bible reading and even the Sunday Mass readings come alive like never before. The Bible Timeline will be offered at Madonna del Sasso Parish in the Student Activity Center every Thursday. Beginning at 6:30 pm, there will be a study/

workbook session. The video will begin at 7:00 pm and from 8:00 to 8:30 pm there will be a short pres-entation and an opportunity for questions. This series will be presented by Fr. Greg Sandman, Fr. Joey Buena and Fr. Joshua Clifton. To learn more, visit www.mdschurch.org or call the Madonna del Sasso Parish office at 422-5323.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH, SACRED HEART INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Mark your calendar with the date and plan on spending a day filled with fun and great food, great music, games, and lots of families from our parish and school to share it all with. See you there! DOMINGO, SEPTIEMBRE 29, INTERNACIONAL FESTIVAL DE SAGRADO FESTIVAL Marquen sus calendarios para el 29 de Septiembre, haga planes para venir y divertirse con buenísima comida, música, juegos, y con muchas familias de nuestra parroquia y escuela. ¡Aquí te esperamos!

BY WAY OF THE HEART - Mark your calendars for the annual St. Joseph's Caregiver's Retreat. This retreat will be a special time for caregivers to focus upon compassionate care for "self" while walking with

someone who suffers. We will explore how we can find spiritual balance in the midst of daily stress. This is a moment you can set aside just for yourself and Our Lord....a time of sharing, prayer, healing and hope. It will be held in St. Joseph's Parish Hall, 435 Monterey Ave., Capitola, on July 19th, 5:30 pm, July 20th, 8:30 am, and July 21st, 8:30 am. We will attend the 11:00 Sunday Mass followed by our closing luncheon. We welcome all caregivers! This retreat is sponsored by the St. Joseph's Ministry with People with Disabilities; Charmiel Teresi will be our facilitator. Rosemarie Peoples will provide private sessions. The cost for the three days is $50.00 including catered meals. Please call 475-8211, for info and for reservations. Please speak clearly as someone with a hearing disability will be answering your call. God bless you.

CALENDARIO DE INTENCIONES DEL SAGRADO CORAZON Todavía tenemos algunas Misas disponibles para el mes de Agosto 2013. El libro para sus intenciones especiales del 2014 ya esta disponible. Favor de llamar a la oficina para mas info – 424-1959.

Faith Formation...

Reflecting on God’s Word Robert Fulghum tells the story of a troubled man who paid a visit to his rabbi. He had experienced a great deal of failure in his life and didn’t feel that he had what it takes to accomplish his dreams. After listening to the man’s tale of woe, the rabbi instructed him to seek out page thirty of the New York Times Almanac. That would be of help. Following that instruction, he found that the almanac entry was a list of the top hitters in the annals of baseball, with Ty Cobb lead-ing the pack with a .376 batting average. Puzzled as to how that applied to his problem, he returned to the rabbi for an explanation. The rabbi explained that that page of Hall of Fame hitters repre-sented people who in essence failed about seven out of every ten times at bat. So if he thought his track record of failure was a problem, he needed to think again. The many failures put him in league with some of the greatest hitters baseball had ever known. —Rev. Richard Zajac Copyright ©

2012, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

EVENTS IN OUR PARISH

QUÉ PASA EN NUESTRA PARROQUIA?

Saturday (Sabado) 07-06-2013 SPECIAL COLLECTIONS FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COLECTA ESPECIAL PARA LA EDUCACION RELIGIOSA

3 pm Men’s Faith Sharing—Green Room

Sunday (Domingo) 07-07--2013 SPECIAL COLLECTIONS FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COLECTA ESPECIAL PARA LA EDUCACION RELIGIOSA

Monday (Lunes) 07-08-2013

6 pm Crecimiento Biblico—14 Stone Street 7 pm Viñadores—Sacred Heart Room

Tuesday (Martes) 07-09-2013

NOVENA TO OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP after 7:00 am Mass and before 12:15 pm Mass

NOVENA A Ntra. Sra. DEL PERPETUO SOCORRO Después de la Misa de 7:00 am y antes de la Misa de 12:15 pm

Wednesday (Miércoles) 07-10-2013

5 pm Legion of Mary—Green Room

Thursday (Jueves) 07-11-2013 ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT after 7:00 am MASS until 12:00 Noon and 5:00-7:00 pm

ADORACIÓN AL SANTÍSIMO SACRAMENTO: Después de la Misa de 7:00 am hasta las 12:00 del medio día y de 5:00 a 7:00 pm

7 pm Ultreya—Blue Room 7 pm Bienvenidos al grupo de oración después de Misa Friday (Viernes) 07-12-2013

SACRED HEART NOVENA PRAYERS before the 12:15 pm Mass NOVENA EN HONOR AL SAGRADO CORAZÓN antes de la Misa de 12:15 pm

7 pm Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial

Saturday (Sabado) 07-13-2013 SPECIAL COLLECTIONS FOR Peter’s Pence (Collection for Works of the Holy Father) COLECCIONES ESPECIALES PARA Óbolo de San Pedro (Colecta para las Obras del Santo Padre)

3 pm Men’s Faith Sharing—Green Room

I-HELP NEEDS YOUR HELP—The I-Help program currently is in need of the following items: socks, shower shoes, sunscreen, razors and foot powder or spray. Please contact Kendra at 384-3362, ext 202 for more information.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) is scheduled to begin its new classes on Wednesday, August 28th. Non-Catholics, visitors or those who do not currently have a church home but are looking for the faith experience found in the Catholic Church are encouraged to participate. Interested adults (18 & older) who wish to complete their sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation & First Holy Communion are invited to participate. Contact Bob Stewart @ 758-6433 for information.

THE QUEEN OF HEAVEN CEMETERY holds a Mass in memory of the faithful departed on the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 AM. Priests of Sacred Heart, Madonna del Sasso and St. Mary’s take turns to celebrate this Mass. For more info, please call 449-5890. EL CEMENTERIO REINA DEL CIELO (QUEEN OF HEAVEN) - Se celebra una Misa en memoria de los fieles difuntos el primer sábado de cada mes a las 10:00 AM. Los Sacerdotes del Sagrado Corazón, Madonna del Sasso y Santa María se turnan para celebrar esta Misa. Para más información favor llamar al 449-5890.

ELECTRONIC GIVING—Want to give regularly to the Church but forget your checkbook and aren’t able to give in the Sunday collection? Sacred Heart wants to make it easy for you to make your donation. Please contact Arlala 424-1959 for electronic giving. This saves you time and effort and saves the church time and money. So, please sign up for electronic giving. We look forward to assisting you!

CURSILLO ANNOUNCEMENT - Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m. for an Ultreya to be held at Sacred Heart Church in the parish office. Come pray and share our love for Christ with fellow cursillistas. Bring a friend! If you have questions or need further information, contact Cindy Vierra, Parish Representative at 757-5193.

SATURDAY, JULY 13th & SUNDAY, JULY 14th

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM IN THE PARISH HALL

Now is the time to clean out your closets, cupboards, etc. You may bring donated items to the Parish Hall on Thursday

and Friday, July 11 & 12 from 12 noon-5 pm

We also need volunteers to help set-up on Thursday and Friday, July 11 & 12, 2013.

Please call the parish office at 424-1959.

Proceeds benefit our Parish Charities Fund.

Parroquia del Sagrado Corazon Venta

de Segunda

sábado 13 de julio y domingo 14 de julio.

Hagan una limpieza a sus armarios y garajes, etc. Traigan sus

donaciones al Salón Parroquial el

jueves y viernes 11 y 12 de julio de 12 pm – 5 pm.

También necesitamos voluntarios para arreglar el Salón el jueves y viernes 11 y 12 de julio.

Para más información llame a la oficina al 424-1959.

Las ganancias a beneficio de la cuenta para caridades.

RESPECT FOR LIFE MINISTRY (RLM) We pray the Rosary & offer prayers on Tuesdays 2:30-3:30, Wednesdays 3-5 & Thursdays from 1-2 pm at 316 N. Main Street. All are Welcome!

WOMEN'S WEEKEND - Join us for our Women's Weekend in September. The retreat will be held at Camp St. Francis in Aptos from September 12-15, 2013. For more information on the retreat or if you are a Cursillista interested in working the weekend, please call Bronya Siguenza at (831) 214-5500. Team meetings begin on June 7th.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS—The Court John Paul II #2563 invites you on a bus trip to Our Lady of Peace Shrine in Santa Clara on Thursday, August 15th, the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Rosary at the shrine at 11, Mass at Noon at our Lady of Peace Church followed by lunch at 1:15 at the China Stix Restaurant. The cost is $40 per person. Departure time is at 9 am at the K-Mart parking lot in Salinas. We will return to Salinas at 4:30 pm. For more info, contact Maria O’Grady 206-1467.

SHELTER OUTREACH PLUS—The 21st Annual Pasta with Pastors benefit for I-Help Salinas is being held on August 24, from 5-7 pm at the Northminster Presbyterian Church, 315 Alvin Drive, Salinas. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children under 10 years old. All you can eat! Take-out is available! Silent Auction. The meals will be served by our local clergy. For more info, call 384-3388. Please purchase a ticket for a homeless person if you cannot attend!

MADRES ENAMORADAS+PADRES ENAMORADOS = FAMILIAS ENAMORADAS—Su familia entera el amor que papa y mama pueden traer de un Fin de Semana de el Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial. El Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial es un programa de 44 horas en donde las parejas pueden alejarse de la rutina para enfocarse solo el uno en el otro. Si están buscando que su relación crezca, sea mas profunda y mas enriquecida, entonces les gustara la diferencia que puede hacer en ustedes un fin de semana del Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial. Para mas información llamar a: Manual & Araceli 596-3908/238-4861.

Sacred Heart School Salinas

Kinder Prep (TK) through 8th Grade

Now Enrolling 2013-2014 School Year

Summer Office Hours Mon. through Fri. 9am – 1:00pm

Campus Tours Available For More Information, please call 831-771-1310

or visit school website www.shschool.com

SUICIDE PREVENTION SERVICE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY–The Suicide Prevention Service is looking for volunteers. Gain effective communication skills. Interventions are by telephone and are confidential. Join a community of dedicated and caring people. For info, call 459-9373.

DONATE YOUR VEHICLE TO CATHOLIC CHARITIES—Help those who are poor and disadvantaged in our diocese through your donation of a car, truck, or boat to Catholic Charities. To donate online visit: www.CatholicCharitiesCentralCoast.org and click on How You Can Help/Donate a Vehicle, or call toll free at (866) 519-6049 for free, next day pick-up! Either way, please specify that your tax-deductible donation is for Catholic Charities of Monterey.

MADONNA MANOR– Independent and Assisted Living at its Best. Are you looking for a retirement home for you or a relative? Come see our beautiful Madonna Manor retirement home for women. You will meet many wonderful happy ladies who share their lives in the special friendly community. For more info or an appt., call 7 days a week 9a-4p at 758-0931. You may also check our website at www.madonnamanorcda.org.

FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP—Perplexed over the moral and ethical debates in today’s world? Catholic social teaching can help you explore your own thinking and how to apply it to public policy issues facing your community, state, nation and world. Receive email newsletters and alerts to help you keep up to date. Join the Catholic Legislative Network today at www.cacatholic.org.

CIUDADANOS COMPROMETIDOS—¿Desconcertado sobre los debates morales y éticos en el mundo de hoy? La enseñanza social católica le puede ayudar a analizar sus propias ideas y cómo aplicar éstas a las cuestiones relacionadas a las políticas públicas que su comunidad, Estado, nación y mundo enfrenta Reciba boletines y alertas por vía electrónica para ayudarle a mantenerse informado. Inscríbase a la Red Legislativa Católica, un programa de todas las 12 arqui/diócesis de California en: www.cacatholic.org. ¡Empiece a marcar la diferencia el día de hoy!

ST. FRANCIS RETREAT CENTER July 16 – 20th Awaken the Mystic Within: Women’s Retreat with Sister Loretta Schaff, OSF. Awaken the Mystic within: Open the deep well of your inner spirit to the hidden mysteries of the Holy One within you and within the beauty that surrounds you. Come and be nourished with rest and contemplation. Be inspired by the mystic poets of our time that offer images for your soul to open to wonder and depth and communion with your loving God. Daily Eucharist, optional faith-sharing and spiritual direction offer you opportunities to deepen your retreat journey. July 19 -21st Celebrate the Heart: A Married Couples Retreat with Brother Jeff Macnab, OFM. A weekend for married couples to come and share with each other as well as other married couples. Our focus will be the heart’s desire. What is God calling us to in our marriage? A time for quiet reflection, a time for sharing and a time to rekindle the heart. For more info, please call 623-4234.

CASTROVILLE FIRE VICTIMS – A relief fund to aid those impacted by the recent fire in Castroville was launched by Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey. According to local officials, the fire, which destroyed apartments in the historic Franco Hotel, displaced an estimated 30 people, including 13 families. Donations can be sent to: Castroville Fire Victims Relief Fund, c/o Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey, 922 Hilby Ave., Suite C, Seaside, CA 93955. To donate by credit card, contact Roxanne at (831) 393-3110, ext. 205, or donate online at: www.CatholicCharitiesCentralCoast.org. Catholic Charities is working as part of a team effort that includes the American Red Cross, Monterey County, Shelter Outreach, Our Lady of Refuge, the Housing Resource Center, St. Vincent de Paul, to aid victims of the June 3rd Castroville fire.

GRIEFBUSTERS – Catholic Charities and the Hospice of the Central Coast provide support to children and teens who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Griefbusters provides support in a safe place where children and teens can share their experience as they move through the healing process. Call (831) 393-3110 for more information.

Liturgical Schedule:

Saturday: 7:30 am, 5:00 pm (English) 7:00 pm (Spanish) Sunday: 7:15 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am and 5:00 pm (English) 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm (Spanish) Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 7:00 am and 12:15 pm (English) Thursday: 7:00 pm (Spanish) First Friday: 7:30 pm (Spanish)

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Bilingual Confessions): Friday: 12:15 pm and 6:00 pm Penance service.

BAPTISM (Children): Please come to the Parish Office (with a copy of your child’s birth certificate) to receive information about preparation and scheduling.

MARRIAGE: Preparation should begin at least 6 months in advance. Please call the Parish Office during office hours for an appointment with the priest.

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: First Wednesday of each month at 12:15 pm, or by appointment.

HOSPITALIZED/HOMEBOUND: Please notify the Parish Office if you would like Holy Communion.