St. Edward ParishSt. Edward Parish 216 S. Nichols Street216 S. Nichols Street

Lowell, Indiana 46356Lowell, Indiana 46356 Phone: (219) 696Phone: (219) 696--73077307 www.stedlowell.comwww.stedlowell.com

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Mass Schedule

Monday, September 10th - 8:00am Bruce Reider Tuesday, September 11th - 8:00am Paul Kozubal Wednesday, September 12th- 5:00pm Bob Walk Thursday, September 13th - 8:00am Paul Searle Friday, September 14th - 8:00am John Sheets Saturday, September 15th - 5:00pm Joseph Klotz Sunday, September 16th - 8:00am Dan Jalk 11:00am Our Parishioners 12:30pm Spanish Mass

The Rosary is prayed before the weekday Masses

Readings for the Week of September 9th-2018

Minister Schedule Saturday, September 15th - 5:00pm Lectors C. Gutjahr & E. Stachura Greeters B. Woroszylo & J. Reck Eucharistic Ministers P. Higgins, A. Froglia, J. Leader, J. Leader, O Warrer & J. Klotz Servers A. Luttrell, K. Hannon & J. Finch Sacristan M. McCully Sunday, September 16th - 8:00am Lectors A. Weingart & V. Hathaway Greeters R. Rodriguez & L. Hathaway Eucharistic Ministers L. Metros, J. Reeder, R. Salter, G. Vicari, N. McWilliams, M. Ilko & J. Hathaway Servers F. Tamez, E. Stein & J. Overmeyer Sacristan C. Overmeyer Sunday, September 16th - 11:00am Bilingual Lectors K. Driscoll & R. Fortoso Greeters T. Carey & E. Carey Eucharistic Ministers L. Barrios, M. Barrios, B. Driscoll, A. Tapia, L. Driscoll & G. Lutgen Servers A. McCarthy, JP Driscoll, C. Espinosa & C. Gallardo Sacristan P. Metros Sunday, September 16th - 12:30pm - No Spanish Mass

Worship in Our Parish

Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time—09 September 2018 Deaf and dumb. Jesus enters foreign and hostile lands today and opens the deaf man’s ears and unties his tongue. Are we not at times deaf to the cries of

poverty and injustice? Are we not at times tongue tied to unkind, untruthful words and illegalities? Disciples of Christ - that is who we are because of Baptism - must listen for and then speak truth.

How will my goodness, because of God’s grace, let me go where the needy are?

To whom and to what must I open my ears and listen intently?

How can I speak truth to lies and injustice?

You’re invited to a day of gratitude thanking God for

all He has given you. You’ll recognize how special you are and how to use your uniqueness to offer your gifts back to the God who loves you. A keynote speaker, panel of experts, Catholic vendors, and your friends in faith will offer inspiration. For more info, contact Debbie Tatum, Director of Stewardship, dtatum@dcgary.org or 219.769.9292, ext. 268. Let’s celebrate our gifts to-gether!

Saturday, November 3, 2018 Queen of All Saints Legacy Center

1719 E Barker Ave, Michigan City, IN 46360

10:00 am Priest Session

11:30-4:15 General Sessions

Mass at 4:30 celebrated by Bishop Hying Registration is $20:

www arysynod.com/stewardship Re istration closes October 24.

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Dear Saint Edward Parish Family:

The readings for this Sunday show us God's concern for the disabled. How closely do we share in his concern for them? We're all disabled, one way or another. We can have eyes that see and still be blind. In fact, the scripture from James shows us just how blind we can be!

If we see only how a person dresses, for example, without seeing into their hearts to recognize their gifts and talents and unique reflection of God, then we are being judgmental. If we are more impressed by a person's wealth or title or college degrees than we are by his/her spiritual energy or insights or willingness to serve, then we are being judgmental.

Only God can see all the good that's in a person's heart, and yet we make assumptions about others as if we're equal to God. Only God can hear the motives and longings behind a person's words, and yet we quickly judge what is being said as if we know exactly what is meant.

Judgmentalism shows us nothing more than how truly blind we are. Jesus wants to say to each of us: "Ephphatha! May your eyes and ears and mind be opened to the truth!" However, so that we can receive this healing, we have to slow down and stop reacting to what's visible and audible. We cannot trust what we see and hear. We need to take time to prayerfully pause for wisdom and discernment and new discoveries.

This is one of the reasons why Jesus gave us his Holy Spirit. When we let God's Spirit interpret everything for us, instead of reacting, we will act the way the Lord wants us to. Instead of reacting to partial information, we will act with faith and compassion.

May God Bless & Keep You Always!

Fr. Rick

From the Pastor’s Desk Stewardship

Parish Events

Due to the Bulletin’s early holiday schedule submission the figures for the Offering were

not available for posting. They will be posted in the September 16, 2018 bulletin issue.

SEE BEYOND OUTWARD APPEARANCES The phrase “Sunday best” has lost much of its meaning in our society today. Some lament the loss of people dressing up for church on Sunday; others think it’s a healthy sign that we’re as casual in attire gathered before the Lord as we are elsewhere. No matter which school of thought on this topic we belong to, James would probably chastise us. In either case, we are still focused on external appear-ance, mistaking it for some sort of favored position before God. True, James criti-cizes the community that favors the rich and well-dressed while ostracizing the poorly clothed, but even more he criticizes the making of distinctions, making choices based on criteria that having nothing to do with the reign of God. James might turn our attention to the reign of God described by Isaiah, in which people are healed and the earth becomes ripe to bear fruit. Jesus today is focused on this reign of God, healing a Gentile man in a region hostile to his Jewish faith, not mindful of the man’s origins or clothing or status or ability to repay. Isaiah, James, and Jesus in Mark’s Gospel all call us to look more deeply to find where the will of God needs to be done, and has been done, on earth as in heaven. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

Attending Mass, but not Catholic? Baptized Catholic, but received no other

Sacraments after that? Received Baptism and Eucharist, but never Confirmed? A member of

a non-Catholic Christian faith tradition and interested in the Catholic Church?

Then RCIA (the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is for you!

In the RCIA process we explore both common Christian beliefs and the beliefs and teachings that are uniquely Catholic. It is a time of pray-

er, discernment and catechesis/instruction. If you are interested, you are invited to attend a meeting on Monday, September

24th at 7 pm in the Ministry Center Conference Room.

We will discuss what is involved in the RCIA process, and if you are interested, you can

register. We will then meet on Monday Evenings weekly from 7 p.m. to approximately 8-8:30 pm. If you have any questions, please

contact Fr. Rick at 696-7307.

Our Parish picnic and Car Show weekend is fast approaching!! Please come out to enjoy the car show on Friday evening 9/14 from

5-9pm You can show a car or just come out to look, and enjoy food prepared and sold by

our Youth Ministry and also LIVE Music performed by the “Old Gold” cover band.

For the picnic, please bring a side dish and / or dessert to share for lunch. The Picnic is

Sunday 9/16 at Noon- 3pm Fun family games and activities are planned for all ages. Bring the kids

and grandkids!! HELP!!-We are also asking for volunteers to help with the setup and take down of tents, tables and chairs. Set up is Saturday 9/15 after 5pm Mass. Take down is Sunday 9/16 after picnic. Thank You!!!

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9 de septiembre de 2018 Vigésimo Tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

DEBES VER MÁS ALLÁ DE LAS APARIENCIAS La frase “vestido de domingo” ha perdido gran parte de su significado en la sociedad actual. Algunos se lamentan de que la gente ya no se ponga elegante para asistir a la iglesia los domin-gos; otros consideran que es un síntoma saludable que nos vis-tamos tan informalmente cuando nos reunimos ante el Señor co-mo en los demás lugares. Sin importar cuál sea nuestra opinión sobre este tema, Santiago seguramente nos reprendería. En am-bos casos, seguimos centrándonos en las apariencias, creyendo que suponen una especie de posición privilegiada ante Dios. Es cierto, Santiago critica a la comunidad que favorece a los ricos y bien vestidos mientras condena al ostracismo a los que están pobremente vestidos, pero critica aún más a quienes hacen distin-ciones y toman decisiones en base a criterios que nada tienen que ver con el Reino de Dios. Puede que Santiago enfoque nuestra atención hacia el Reino de Dios que describe Isaías, en el cual la gente es curada y la tierra se hace fértil para dar fruto. Jesús hoy se enfoca en este Reino de Dios cuando cura a un gentil en una región hostil a su fe judía, sin tener en cuenta el origen, la ves-timenta ni la condición social de este hombre, ni siquiera su ha-bilidad para retribuirle la atención. Isaías, Santiago y Jesús en el Evangelio según san Marcos nos llaman a ir más allá de las apari-encias para averiguar dónde se debe hacer y se ha hecho la volun-tad de Dios, así en la tierra como en el cielo. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Díganles a los que están asustados: Calma, no tengan miedo. Ya viene su Dios a salvarlos (Isaías 35:4-7a). Salmo — Alaba, alma mía, al Señor (Salmo 146 [145]). Segunda lectura — No hagan diferencias entre personas. Dios ha escogido a los pobres de este mundo para hacerlos ricos en la fe (Santiago 2:1-5). Evangelio — Jesús curó a un sordo que hablaba con dificultad. “Ábrete”. (Marcos 7:31-37) Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical © 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados. EDUCACIÓN Las enseñanzas recibidas en escuelas y colegios no constitu-yen una educación, sino medios de adquirir una educación. —Ralph Waldo Emerson

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: 1 Cor 5:1-8; Sal 5:5-7, 12; Lc 6:6-11 Martes: 1 Cor 6:1-11; Sal 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lc 6:12-19 Miércoles: 1 Cor 7:25-31; Sal 45 (44):11-12, 14-17; Lc 6:20-26 Jueves: 1 Cor 8:1b-7, 11-13; Sal 139 (138):1b-3, 13-14ab, 23-24; Lc 6:27-38 Viernes: Nm 21:4b-9; Sal 78 (77):1bc-2, 34-38; Flm 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17 Sábado: 1 Cor 10:14-22; Sal 116 (115):12-13, 17-18; Lc 6:43-49 Domingo: Is 50:5-9a; Sal 116 (115):1-6, 8-9; Sant 2:14-18; Mc 8:27-35 LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Vigésimo Tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario; Día de los Abuelos; Roshashaná (el Año Nuevo judío 5779) comienza al atardecer Martes: Día de los Patriotas Miércoles: El Santísimo Nombre de la Virgen María Jueves: San Juan Crisóstomo Viernes: La Exaltación de la Santa Cruz Sábado: Nuestra Señora de los Dolores TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE En muchos países latinoamericanos la Fiesta de la Santa Cruz se celebra el 3 de mayo, pero la Iglesia universal la celebra el 14 de sep-tiembre. La fiesta del 14 de septiembre conmemora la consagra-ción del santuario del Santo Sepulcro en Jerusalén. Este es el santuario más importante de la religión cristiana, pues en él se encuentran tanto el monte del Calvario donde falleció Jesús co-mo el sepulcro del cual resucitó al tercer día. Sin estos dos acon-tecimientos no hubiese cristianismo. Nosotros los latinos tenemos muchas fiestas y muchos san-tuarios. Ninguna de éstas puede ser más importante que las que recuerdan la Pasión, Muerte y Resurrección de Jesús. El clima del año litúrgico cristiano es el Triduo Pascual el cual termina en la celebración de la Pascua Florida de 50 días. En Puerto Rico se han celebrado tradicionalmente las fiestas de la cruz con una novena que termina en la fiesta de la Cruz (3 de mayo). Cada día de la novena se canta el rosario frente a un altar hecho para la cruz. Tal vez algunas comunidades hispanas quieran retomar esta devoción y celebración cultural en sep-tiembre. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. Vigésimo Tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 9 de septiembre de 2018 ¿Acaso no ha elegido Dios a los pobres de este mundo para hacerlos ricos en la fe y herederos del Reino?

Usted ha sido invitado a un día de gratitud agradeciendo a Dios por todo lo que Él le ha dado. Usted reconocerá cuán es-pecial es y cómo usar su singularidad para devolverle sus dones al Dios que lo ama. Un orador principal, un panel de exper-tos, vendedores católicos y sus amigos de fe ofrecerán inspiración. Para mas información contacte Maria Wallace, correo electrónico: mwallace@dcgary.org o al 219-769-9292, ext. 291. Vamos a celebrar nuestros dones juntos! Sábado, noviembre 3, 2018, Queen of All Saints Legacy Center 1719 E Barker Ave, Michigan City, IN 46360. 10:00 am sesión de

sacerdotes, 11:30-4:15 Sesión General Misa a las 4:30 celebrada por el Obispo Donald Hying. Costo del registro $20: www.garysynod.com/stewardship La ultima fecha para registrarse es el 24 de Octubre.

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Hello Dear Friends, Thank you to everyone who helped last weekend to make the parish’s Labor Day float possible. Thank you to all who donated candy and water (we needed it on a hot day!). Thank you to all who helped decorate the float Monday morning. Thank you to all who joined us on the float to pass out candy and flyers. And thank you to all who cheered us on as we went through the town. It was a great day! As I was walking down Commercial with the float, I couldn’t help but think about how this is how our faith should be lived. We should share our faith out in the open. We should share our faith with others. We should also be joyful in our faith! It was so much fun seeing the kids on the float excitedly throw candy to the crowd. What if we had that much joy when we shared our faith with others? Being in the parade also reminded us that we are part of a larger community. Our parish home isn’t on an island far away from others, but rather it is part of a community brought together by a common zip code. I was thankful for the hundreds of smiling faces we saw as we made our way down the parade route. Some of them I knew. Some of them were you, dear parishioners! But some of them were just Lowellians happy to see us in the parade. And last, the parade reminded us that we need to be brave in our faith. Father Rick surprised us by showing up to the parade with a very large picture of Jesus with the words “He loves you!” on the bottom of the picture. Father carried that picture all the way down the parade route as a reminder to those who saw it what is at the heart of our faith. How many of us would have done that? It takes a lot of courage to do that. Thank you all, once again for supporting your parish home! Keep Monday, September 2, 2019 open: That’s next year’s Labor Day! We hope you can join us once again! Peace and all goodness, Vicky Hathaway

At a Glance Monday, September 10th - Tuesday, September 11th - 7:00pm Choir practice - c Wednesday, September 12th - 9:30am SVDP mtg - plc 6:30pm Contemporary Choir practice - c Thursday, September 13th - 10:00-11:30am Food Pantry-plc 2:00pm Cedar Creek Nursing Home Comm. Service 3:00pm Mary’s Prayer Hour 3:15pm Lowell Nursing Home Comm. Service 4:30-7:00pm D of I - sm 6:00-8:00pm Spanish Prayer - ym 7:30pm K of C - s Friday, September 14th - 5:00-9:00pm Car Show 7:00-9:00pm Spanish Prayer - c Saturday, September 15th - Sunday, September 16th - 9:15am CFF 9:30-10:30am Bible Study - m/m 12:00-3:00pm Parish Picnic 6:00-8:00pm HS Youth Ministry-ym

Parish Directory Parish Ministry Center

216 S. Nichols Street Lowell, Indiana 46356

Phone: (219) 696-7307 Fax: (219) 696-3525 www.stedlowell.com

Pastor

Rev. Richard Holy fatherrickholy@gmail.com

Rev. Frank Torres Spanish speaking Mass

Deacons

William Hathaway Roberto Mendoza

Secretary

Wendy Fallon stedwardchurch@sbcglobal.net

Saturday Evening Mass

5:00 p.m. Saturday Morning Mass 9:00 a.m., 1st of the month only.

Reconciliation before & after that Mass. Sunday Masses

8:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. (Spanish Mass) (For Daily Mass Schedule see Page 2 of this bulletin.)

Sacrament of Reconciliation

4:00 to 4:45 p.m. Saturday, or by appointment. Eucharistic Adoration

First Friday at 8:30 a.m., Benediction at 7:00 p.m.

Bulletin Deadline Announcements must be in writing and in the office by Monday

noon.

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