Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time u August 16, 2020Catholic Parish & School

St. Thomas More

The Woman of Canaan at the Feet of Christ by Jean Germain Drouais, 1784

“Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” Matthew15:27

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The other day I was following a truck with a bumper sticker that stood out to me. It read YOU HAVE TO GROW OLD, BUT NOT GROW UP. I think I appreciated it partly because in my own smart aleck manner, sometimes when I am meeting new people and they ask where I grew up, I reply that I never really have.

I also reflected about how so much of our personality, attitude and style is a reflection not so much of a chronological experience as a state of mind and heart. Undoubtedly you have met, and appreciated, individuals who were perhaps in their 70’s, 80’s or above and still full of joy and delight. One can also occasionally come across someone in their 20’s or 30’s who are, to put it nicely, sourpusses.

That awareness struck me as quite timely in our day and age when it can become easy to lose sight of the fact that despite the many challenges that fill these days, health wise, economically, relationally and spiritually, we are truly blessed. And if our Lord were to sit down and talk to us, He would most likely repeat His often found phrase in the scriptures: “Be not afraid.”

To be a Christian is, by its very definition, to be a person of hope and joy. To recognize and count our blessings daily is a superb way to insure we are keeping focused on

what is truly going on in our lives of discipleship, drawing us ever closer to our eternal reward. And if our Lord is to be believed, and I for one think we can, His telling us in John 15 that He wants His joy to be in us, and our joy to be complete is full cause for assurance and hope in a world that often is myopic when it comes to seeing the nature of our God.

Now don’t get me wrong. I am not saying we should be naïve and childish, not dealing with life seriously and responsibly. But I am saying that we should daily bring a viewpoint to what the day holds that reflects our awareness that we belong to our God. He has already conquered sin and death for us. We just are called to live in the wonderment and celebration of that awareness. The world is not going to crush us or drive out all light and peace and hope. It can only do that if we give away our God given grace and heritage.

I was reminded of a book I read years ago by Umberto Eco entitled, The Name of the Rose. In it there is an old monk who thinks that all humor and levity are opposed to God’s design. I was struck that, even in a work of fiction, one could think that a person who had dedicated their life to God could have such a misshapen comprehension of where our Creator finds delight in His creatures.

All this is a way of saying that the bumper sticker reminded me to share with you that the world needs some peace and joy and serendipity to flavor our daily routines. And you might be just the person to bring that to someone this coming week. Don’t drop the ball!!!

– Msgr. Tom

pastor’s note

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Welcome to St. Thomas More! Go and make disciples8035 S Quebec St | Centennial, Colorado 80112303.770.1155 | stthomasmore.org

ClergyPastor: Msgr. Thomas FryarParochial Vicars: Rev. John Ludanha, Rev. Rohan Miranda, O.C.D., Rev. Ivan Monteiro, O.C.D.Deacons: Dcn. George Morin, Dcn. Alan Rastrelli, M.D., Dcn. David Simonton, Dcn. Steve StemperDcn. George Brown (retired), Dcn. Bob Cropp (retired)

Parish Office303.770.1155 | Hours: Monday–Friday: 9:30am–5:00pmBusiness Manager: Dick Rapp, 303.221.9248Director of Communications & Stewardship: Irene Lindemer, 303.221.9181Facilities Manager: Keith Tellus, 303.221.9145Director of Liturgy: Phil Strong, 303.221.9251Director of Marriage & Family Life: Jo Holt, 303.221.9222Director of Music: Jeff McGarrity, 303.221.9168Receptionist: Kathy Weiland, 303.221.9238

Faith & Academic FormationOffice of Catechesis 303.770.0531 | Fax: 720.529.0157 Director: John Cox, 303.221.9245

STM Catholic School Office (Address: 7071 E Otero Ave)303.770.0441 | stmcatholic.orgPrincipal: Gretchen DeWolfe, 303.221.9172

Youth Ministry 303.220.3388 | stthomasmore.org/youthDirector: David Tschumper, 303.221.9257

For the complete staff directory with contact information for all our parish staff members, visit stthomasmore.org (under “About Us”).

Church Hours: Monday–Friday: 9:30am–7:00pm. Saturdays from 8:00am–3:00pm and on Sundays from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.

Sunday Masses: Saturday (Anticipatory): 4:00 & 5:30pmSunday: 7:00, 8:30 & 10:30am (live streamed); 12:30pm, 5:30pm See page 5 for registration details.

Daily Masses: Monday–Friday: 6:30 (live streamed) & 9:00am. Saturday: 7:30am (live streamed)

Confessions: Thursday: 6:30pm & Saturday: 8:30am. Or contact the parish office for an appointment.

Morning Prayer & Holy Hour for Vocations:Temporarily canceled.

Perpetual Adoration: 24-hour Eucharistic Adoration. Please see page 4 for details.

Sacrament of Baptism: For baptisms, contact Jo Holt at joanneh@stthomasmore.org no less than one month prior to the baptism ceremony. Visit stthomasmore.org for more information.

Sacrament of Matrimony: For weddings, contact Sandra Schwab at sandras@stthomasmore.org no less than eight months prior to the wedding for marriage preparation information.

Sacrament of the Sick: Contact the parish office at onset of illness. In case of death in the family, contact the parish office immediately at 303.770.1155.For sacramental emergencies when the parish office is closed, call 303.370.0242.

Our readings today remind us that God is ever-faithful, even when we are not. They challenge us to show our love for this faithful God through actions, and to lean in to our trust in Him even when it seems He is not answering our prayers.

The First Reading teaches that all of humanity is invited to become the Lord’s disciples. But we have to actually take Him up on the invitation by the way we live. “Observe what is right, do what is just… All who keep the sabbath free from profanation and hold to my covenant, them I will bring to my holy mountain… for my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples.” Our parish is not a country club. It must be a welcome place for all — where we roll up our sleeves together to serve and worship our God.

God knows we will not always get this right. We will choose selfishness and stay in our comfort zones at times, rather than embracing the daily call to discipleship. But God will never withhold His love and His gifts from us.

Our Second Reading shows us, “For the gifts and the call of God are irrevocable.” God is patient and merciful with us when we falter. He brings good from our failures as long as we continue to attempt the challenging path of discipleship. The reading closes with this reminder: “For God delivered all to disobedience that He might have mercy upon all.”

And because God is indeed faithful and merciful, He wants to lead us to the joy of heaven to spend eternity with Him. For that, we must be strong in faith and live our lives as an act of love and gratitude to Him. In other words, we must allow Him to transform us into saints. This is what the stewardship way of life is meant to do. Sometimes, that will feel painful to us. Often, it will be challenging.

Jesus certainly challenged the Canaanite woman in today’s Gospel passage from Matthew. She called out to Him on behalf of her daughter, who was being tormented by a demon. What did Jesus do in reply to this mother’s desperate plea? Nothing. He “did not say a word in answer to her.” But she was undeterred and continued to call out to Him — so much so that the disciples asked Him to send her away. Jesus does not send her away, but He does not give her what she asks for immediately either.

Instead, He continues to challenge the woman’s faith. And she rises to the challenge to such an impressive degree that Jesus exclaims, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.” Imagine hearing those words proclaimed over us by God. Truly, there could be no higher honor than hearing our Lord say that to us.

So we must accept the difficulties that come with the Christian life. Some days will be a true challenge to our trust in God. But those are the days when God is making saints of us. Let’s embrace the hard days, especially in the face of these challenging times we face today during the pandemic. The deep joy that eventually comes, the eternal reward He promises, will be so worth it. And He wants us — all of us— to have it..

– Stewardship Reflections by Catholic Stewardship Consultants

a reflection on today’s readings

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This Week’s Prayer IntentionsPray for our ill parish members & relatives:Kris Bell and Brett Iske

Pray for our deceased parish members & relatives:Gabe Markel, Kathleen Nett, Michael Roberts

Due to the Privacy Act, only immediate family members may request a name to be placed on the prayer list. Please call 303.770.1155.

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This Week’s Mass IntentionsSunday, August 16: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:00am Mae Johnston 8:30am Gary R. Chisholm †10:30am Mass for the People of St. Thomas More12:30pm Allan Steinke † 5:30pm Olivia Corpuz †Monday, August 17: 6:30am Janet Parks † 9:00am Frank Green †Tuesday, August 18: 6:30am Efrain Pruneda Pardo † 9:00am Danna Arriola Chavez † Wednesday, August 19: 6:30am Lainey Matuska † 9:00am Michael & Dorothy Scholtes

Thursday, August 20: 6:30am Mae Johnston 9:00am Blaise Frassati MatthiesenFriday, August 21: 6:30am Daniel "Dan" Schamberger † 9:00am Helen Swindler†Saturday, August 22: 7:30am Ray Bowman 4:00pm Dr. Harold & Jeanette Link † 5:30pm Tanya SweglerSunday, August 23: Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:00am Andy Zeng 8:30am Tyler & Alli Patten & Family10:30am Mass for the People of St. Thomas More12:30pm Robert Perron † 5:30pm Senan & Tina Fitzmartin †

We are still live streaming Sunday and Daily Mass on Facebook and YouTube!

Sunday Mass at 10:30am.

Weekday MassesMonday through Friday at 6:30am and Saturday at 7:30am

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Questions of the WeekAdult: When has the faith of someone from another race or culture enriched you own?

Child: What could you do to help someone of another race or culture feel more welcome in your neighborhood?

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Reflections at Your FingertipsOur FREE parish app can give you easy access to daily readings, worship guide, reflections and more.

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RE RegistrationRegistration for children's Religious Education classes and Restored Order classes are open! Take advantage of the opportunities we have available for your family and develop friendships in this supportive and collaborative community. Visit stthomasmore.org/re-registration for more information or to register for all of our programs.

Questions? Please contact John Cox at johnc@stthomasmore.org or 303.770.0531 x1.

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Respect For All Life"God does not abandon us, he goes with us even now in this time of trial and testing... Let us draw closer to one another in our love for Him and rediscover the things that truly matter in our lives."

–Archbishop José Gomez on COVID-19

33 Days to Morning GloryPonder the wisdom of Marian sprirtuality with a 33-day journey toward a deeper relationship with Jesus through Mary.

Wednesdays beginning September 2 at 7:00pm in St. Francis Hall

Preregistration is required. For questions or to register, contact Colleen or Paul Lum Lung at 303.779.0396 or mclumlung@gmail.com.

Six weekly sessions and Marian Consecration

A Gathering for Mental Health Awareness

Join Dr. Michelle Connor Harris & therapists from St. Raphael Counseling in a FREE inaugural event, " Hope and Healing: A Gathering for Mental Health Awareness" to explore everyday mental health, reduce stigma and provide practical tools for stress reduction for teens, parents and adults.

Saturday, September 26 7:30am–2:30pmin STM Catholic School Gym

STM staff member Jo Holt and her daughter will also present a special talk about their experiences with depression and suicidal ideation.

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Learn about tangible resources to improve mental and emotional health.

Our Parish is Turning 50!In February of 2021 we will begin to celebrate our 50th anniversary year and we would love your help.

If you have a special photo (wedding, baptism, parish event, etc) taken at an event at St. Thomas More in years past that you would like to share, please contact Irene Lindemer at 303.221.9181 or email ireneL@stthomasmore.org. Thank you!

Help us make our parish's anniversary unforgettable!

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vocationDonate Online

As businesses and churches continue to reopen, St. Thomas More still depends on online donations to support our ministry.

We prayerfully invite you to sign up for eGiving from your computer, smartphone or tablet and set up a one-time gift or recurring donation.

To enroll, visit faith.direct/CO739 or text the word ENROLL to 720.619.8959.

We thank you for your generous support of our STM parish family!

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Celebrating an AnniversaryLeonard & Laura Micek – 50 yearsJoseph & Anna DeSplinter – 45 yearsTony & Paula Lopez – 29 years

Happy anniversary!

If you would like your anniversary to be published, please email bulletin@stthomasmore.org with your names, anniversary date and the number of years you will be celebrating.

Traveling ChalicePraying for vocations this week:

The Tran Family

To sign up for one of the available weeks, contact Karen Smoodyat karens@stthomasmore.org.

Special OfferThe Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception have generously offeredour parishioners the book 33 Days to Greater Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley for $10.00 each.

Books may be purchased in the STM Gift Shop which is open Monday – Friday: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Questions? Please contact Joanie at joaniez@stthomasmore.org or 720.618.8341.

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Thursdays beginning August 27:7:00–8:30pm in The Padre(please note that the start date and location have changed)

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Cost is $60 for a couples kit, and $40 for a single kit. Questions? Please contact financialfreedom@stthomasmore.org.

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We're Hiring!St. Thomas More Catholic Preschool is seeking dynamic, creative candidates for Part-Time Early Childhood Teachers for the 2020-2021 school year.

Catholic Preschool teachers serve actively in the education and faith development of their students.

For a full job description, please visit stmcatholic.org/employment. If you are interested please call Mary Tellus at 303.221.9256 or email your resume to maryt@stthomasmore.org.

STM Catholic Preschool offers a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 3–5.

Lion's Den Care HelperSt. Thomas More Catholic School is looking for a part-time child care helper for Lion’s Den after school program.

For a full job description, please visit stmcatholic.org/employment. If interested, please contact Sarah Teall at 720.984.7769 or saraht@stthomasmore.org.

Take care of children in our after school program!

American Heritage GirlsCome to a special information night for all new and returning American Heritage Girls parents.

Monday, August 24:6:30–7:15pm in St Francis Hall or online via Zoom.

The American Heritage Girls program enables your daughter to grow in her faith, cultivate a heart for service and have more fun than she can imagine! We will also discuss safety measures and our upcoming year!

Please RSVP to Liz Janousek at thejanousekfamily@gmail.com or 303.882.9809.

Learn more about this Christian-based scouting organization for girls!

Cub Scouts & Boy Scouts!All boys are invited to start your next adventure in scouting! Cub Scouts (boys grades K–5) Attend our join event and info nightMonday, August 31 at 7:00pm in the Youth Center

Boy Scouts (boys in grades 6–12)You are invited to come see what we do any Monday evening at 7:00pm in the Youth Center

For more information, contact Debbie Sears at tiggerz_4u@yahoo.com or 303.522.6291.

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Join Our School FamilyConsider our wonderful parish school for your children's education!

In the spirit of Catholic tradition, STM Catholic brings the whole person to Jesus Christ and through excellence in education prepares our students to serve the Church and community now and in the future.

To learn more about our school for preschool through eighth grade please visit stmcatholic.org or call 303.770.0441.

STM Catholic is a parochial school, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the teaching of the Catholic Church.

Connect with Youth MinistryPhone: 303.220.3388Website: stthomasmore.org/youthFacebook: facebook.com/stmyouthInstagram: @stmyouthcentennialFlocknote: flocknote.com/stmco& see the Youth Board in the Narthex!

Youth Groups on BreakNow that summer is drawing to a close, our youth groups Echofire (6th–8th grade) and Breakaway (9th–12th grade) are taking a short break until the fall kick-off events in September.

Thank you for a great summer!

Please keep your eye on the youth ministry calendars, as we will still have other groups/activities going on.

Student Leadership CampoutCalling all servant leaders to join us in fellowship and formation for our annual servant leader campout!

Sunday & Monday, August 29 & 30

For questions or more information, contact Cheyenne Secor at cheyennes@stthomasmore.org or 303.220.3388.

Celebrate the new school year with other Youth Leaders!

A Student's Prayer for a New School Year

Lord Jesus, I ask for Your help as I begin this new school year.

Allow me to experience Your presence in the many blessings You put before me.

Open my eyes to the new challenges and exciting opportunities that

this new school year brings.Open my heart and mind

to new friends and new teachers.Give me a generous spirit to be enthusiastic with my

studies and courage to accept new opportunities.Help me to be attentive to my teachers and let me experience Your presence

in my new friends.Jesus, inspire me to do my best this year!

Amen.

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By Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila

When God chose to enter the world to save us, he chose Mary, whose deep faith provided the way for Jesus to come among us. She believed in the words of the angel, “For nothing will be impossible with God” (Lk 1: 37). As she expressed her deep confidence in the promises of God, the Word became flesh. In our current time of crisis, our Church, world and our country need faith in God and the protection and intercession of Mary. And so, beginning on August 15, I am launching a Rosary Crusade to ask Mary to urgently bring our needs to Jesus.

The last several months of the coronavirus epidemic, the civil unrest that has broken out in different parts of the archdiocese and our nation, and the challenges the Church is facing have made the need for Mary’s intercession abundantly clear. Mary is our Mother and desires only our good like the Father.

In her appearance to Juan Diego, Our Lady reminded him and reminds us today, “Listen and let it penetrate your heart…do not be troubled or weighed down with grief. Do not fear any illness or vexation, anxiety or pain. Am I not here who am your Mother? Are you not under my shadow and protection? Am I not your fountain of life? Are you not in the folds of my mantle? In the crossing of my arms? Is there anything else you need?”

Saint Padre Pio, who was known for his devotion to the Rosary offers us this advice: “In times of darkness, holding the Rosary is like holding our Blessed Mother’s hand.”

We turn to Mary in our difficulty because she is our spiritual mother, who with her “yes” to the Lord embraced the mysterious ways of God’s almighty power. She is “the supreme model of this faith, for she believed that ‘nothing will be impossible with God,’ and was able to magnify the Lord: ‘For he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name’” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, #273).

We know, too, from history that Mary has answered prayers brought to her through the Rosary and that she has personally asked people to pray it for the most serious needs, especially for the conversion of souls.

Pope Pius V famously asked all Christians to pray the Rosary in 1571 to prevent Christianity from being overrun by the invading Ottoman Turks, and the Christian naval forces were subsequently victorious in the Battle of Lepanto. In the apparitions at Fatima, Mary identified herself as “The Lady of the Rosary” and asked the shepherd children to whom she appeared to pray a daily Rosary for world peace and the end of World War I.

During his pontificate, Saint John Paul II spoke of the Rosary as his favorite prayer. In his apostolic letter Rosarium Virginis Mariae, he added, “The Rosary has accompanied me in moments of joy and in moments of difficulty. To it I have entrusted any number of concerns; in it I have always found comfort” (RVM, 2).

This past May, Pope Francis encouraged praying the Rosary, saying, “Dear brothers and sisters, contemplating the face of Christ with the heart of Mary our Mother will make us even more united as a spiritual

family and will help us overcome this time of trial.”

During this time of trial, we need to hear the words of Jesus spoken often in the Gospel, words spoken to Mary by the Angel Gabriel at the Annunciation, “Be not afraid.” We need to pray especially for a deeper trust and hear the words of Elizabeth spoken to Mary in our own hearts. “…blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her from the Lord” (Lk 1:45). The Lord is with us in this time as he has promised! Praying the rosary helps us, with the aid of our Mother, to relive in our own lives the mysteries of Christ’s life.

I personally invite all Catholics in the Archdiocese of Denver to pray the Rosary every day between the Solemnity of the

Assumption of Mary, August 15, through the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows, September 15. I would be remiss if I did not thank Bishop Carl Kemme of Wichita for inspiring this Rosary Crusade by launching one in his diocese at the beginning of August.

As we unite in asking Mary for her intercession and protection, please pray for the following intentions:

• For a growth in faith, hope and charity in the heart and soul of every human being, and most especially in our own that we may seek only the will of the Father

• For a recognition of the dignity of life from the moment of conception until natural death and that every human being is created in the image and likeness of God

• A quick end to the coronavirus pandemic• For all who are suffering from COVID-19, for their caregivers, and

for those who have died from the virus• In reparation for the sins of abortion, euthanasia, and racism• In reparation for the sins and failings of our spiritual leaders and for

our personal sins• For healing and justice for all those who have been discriminated

against because of their race• For the conversion of the world and the salvation of souls• For all those who are persecuted throughout the world for the Faith• For the conversion of those who carry out acts of desecration

against our churches, statues and religious symbols• In reparation for these acts of desecration, especially against Jesus

in the Blessed Sacrament• For our civic leaders and those who keep us safe to experience a

deeper conversion, to govern justly, and to seek the common good• That we may learn how to love and forgive from the example of

Jesus• For all marriages and families, neighborhoods, churches and cities

to be strengthened• For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and

religious life

Thank you for joining me in this prayer on behalf of our world, country and our Church. I am confident that many of the faithful will respond in turning to the Blessed Mother who “shine[s] on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope” (Pope Francis’ Letter to the Faithful for the Month of May 2020). May you always know the protection of Mary as she leads you to her Son!

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Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C.

Kevin & Martina Ellmann Attorneys and Parishioners

Probate, Estate Planning, Family Law, Criminal Defense

and DUI Defense

333 Perry Street, Suite 309, Castle Rock, CO 80104303-814-2600

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The Law Offices of Mark Reider

Parishioner

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(M) 720.364.7300Proud STM Parishioner & Parent

Since 2005