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Mass Times:
Saturday 8:30am | Vigil • 5:30pm
Sunday 8:00am | Family • 10:30am |
Youth • 4:30pm
Weekdays 6:30am | 8:00am
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Thursdays Saturdays 6pm 4pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Monday-Friday 24 Hours A Day
September 23rd, 2018
Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Éy à{x Blessed Virgin Mary
Pastor—Fr. Stanley Poltorak
Deacons—Lawrence Klimecki & David Leatherby
Our Mission Statement To bring souls to the salvation which Jesus Christ has won for us, by our
proclamation of and witnessing to the splendor, beauty and fullness
of the Catholic Faith.
Parish Office | 8:30am-4:30pm Closed from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Fr. Stanley Poltorak | Pastor [email protected]
Chris Garn [email protected]
916.481.7441 x200
Diana Jimenez | Bookkeeper [email protected]
Parish School Principal-Carrie Donahue 916.482.0351
[email protected] www.presentationschool.net
Religious Education Sidney Curry | 916.482.8883
Youth Ministry Becky Poncini (Interim)
916.541.5805 [email protected]
Visit our website to find more information!
www.presentationparish.org
4123 Robertson Avenue | Sacramento | CA 95821-0208
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An elderly man lay dying in a hospital. He had suffered a heart attack and was heavily sedated for the excruciating pain. A nurse came in escorting a tired, anx-ious young man. “Your son is here,” she whispered to the old man. She had to re-peat herself several times before he opened his eyes to look at the young man standing outside the oxygen tent. The old man reached out his hand and the young man took it and held on tight.
The nurse brought the young man a chair and for the entire night the young man sat holding the old man's hand, offering words of hope and encouragement. The dying man said nothing, he just held on to his son. As morning came the old man passed away and the young man gently placed his now lifeless hand on the bed and went to notify the nurse. The nurse began to offer words of sympathy but the the young man stopped her. “Who was that man?” he asked. “I thought he was your father,” replied the nurse. “No,” answered the young man, “I had never seen him before last night.”
“I don't understand,” said the nurse, “why didn't you say something?”
“Because I saw that he needed his son, and his son wasn't there. When I realized he was too sick to tell whether or not I was his son, I knew how much he needed me.”
As Christ prepares His disciples for His passion and death, His followers still do not quite grasp the reality of Jesus’ teachings. They are still thinking like men, motivated by their ambi-tions of position and power. They have not yet risen above earthly wisdom to the true wisdom that comes from God. The apostles still expect an earthly kingdom, but the real nature of Christ’s kingdom is spiritu-al, not political or military. The victory of Christ is a victory over the hearts of His people. That is how we can say that Christ’s sacrifice on the cross was a triumph. When we accept the Kingdom of God into our hearts, we accept self-denial. We no longer do things according to our will; we give ourselves completely over to the will of God. This is the true battle Christ fought and died for. It is a battle between God’s eternal wisdom and the self-ishness of our fallen human nature. The battlefield is the human heart and the prize is our im-mortal soul. Jesus endured the pain of that struggle and triumphed over it, winning our re-demption.
To take part in that victory we must abandon our sense of self and commit fully to God. We must give up our selfish motivations and desires, and recognize that every good and perfect gift comes from above. Then we will see that all our gifts and abilities and accomplishments are given to us to be used in His service and for His greater glory.
Pax Vobiscum In trust of God’s infinite goodness, we pray to lift up our sick parishioners, family & friends, and those in need of healing of the body and soul.
Almighty Father, hear out prayers for: Jan Almay, Sharon Anderson-Kunz, Anthony Andreozzi, Shaun Banagan, Pat Borri, Pat Botelho, Chris Cetti, Wally Dondero, Bill Dunphy, Judy DuPont, Leilani Fitzgerald, Patti Fox, Marcy French, Vienna Golsong, Doug Hagans, Conor Hagg, George Hague, Sharon Harrington, Lynn Hauf, Alex Henderson, Jonathan Hunt, Fred & Pat Ingram, Ed Jackson, Robert Johnson, Kimberly Kaufman, Devonne Keevers, June Kertes, Debbie Robrecht, Mary Largent, Georgia Latimer, Shirley Lauwers, Sue McLeod, Nilda Medina, Michael Mejia, Lucille Moessinger, Gene Moore, Karla Moore, Irene Pericic, David Qualls, Randy Qualls, Alex Quiroz, Maryanne Redmond, Bridget Ruiz, Amy Fleege Schaffner, Vic Senacal, Chris Shores, Mark Skvarla, Gracie Rose Smith, Laura Smith, Greg Spitz, Wanda Southern, Sarah Thompson, Dawn Wilson, Nic Windeshausen, Brenda Winn, Elizabeth & Grecielia Zuranich.
Deacon Lawrence Klimecki
† Mass Intentions † Rel ig ious Educat ion News
Sunday 8:00am † Maria Rose Jensen (D) 10:30am | Family † Hugo & Elsa Frech, Happy Anniversary! (L) 4:30pm | Youth † Bob O’Brien (D) Harrington’s
Monday 6:30am † Perry & Mitos Mejica (L) Nash 8:00am † Hugo Frech, Happy Birthday! (L) Family Tuesday 6:30am † Robert & Margery Hinshaw (D) 8:00am † Maria Ngo Thi Vang (D)
Wednesday 6:30am † Mark Zawkiewicz (L) Acosta Family 8:00am † Pam Dauvray (D) † Charles William McCormick (D) Beresford
Family
Thursday 6:30am † Norm Anderson (D) 8:00am † Maria Ngo Thi Vang & Joseph Dinh Yen (D) Friday 6:30am † Susan Strach (D) Byram’s 8:00am † Marette Wakeman (D) Saturday 8:30am † John Baptist Nguyen Van Cank, & Maria Nguyen Thi Theim (D) 5:30pm † Jim Beresford, Happy Birthday! (L) Eileen † Bob O’Brien (D) Bereavement
Sunday 8:00am † People of the Parish (L) 10:30am | Family † Marette Wakeman (D) 4:30pm | Youth †Jeff Cox (L) Murphy Family
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PBVM Parish Ministries
St. Vincent de Paul 916.485.3482 ·T/Th/F: 9-11am President : Joe DeMarco
Scrip | PBVM School 916.482.0351
Divine Mercy Prayer Line Mari Farnsworth 916.215.2175
Music Ministry | Becky Poncini 916.541.5805 [email protected]
Legion Of Mary Patricia Jackson 916.973.8537
Altar Society Diana Jimenez 916.402.1028 Knights of Columbus Greg Gillen—Grand Knight 916-487-1964 kofc15693.org
Weekend Collection Amounts
Sunday Collection: $8,793.50
Thank you for you generous donations!
Contact Sidney Curry | DRE | 482.8883
This year, the Church will celebrate Catechetical Sunday this September 16, 2018.
The 2018 theme will be "Enlisting Witnesses for Jesus Christ."
Those who the Community has designated to serve as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for their
ministry. Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by
virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.
RCIA classes | Mon. 6pm | Immaculata CFF classes | Sun. 9am | PBVM School
If you have questions or want to sign-up contact Sid Curry at 916.482.8883 or
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Youth Ministry
LifeTeen & Edge
We will resume around the beginning of October.
Stay tuned!!!
Questions? [email protected]
Immaculate Heart of Mary,
Pray for us!
Respect Life Sacramento
Praying year round at Butano on Wed & Fri 8am-11am
We meet every 3rd Monday in the Immaculata at 6:30pm
Next meeting: 10/15
Come join us for our meeting in the Immaculata!
We would love to hear your ideas!
Let us pray for the leaders of our nation: that they may remember that the rights to life,
liberty, and the pursuit of happiness apply to all people, from conception to natural death!
“Protecting our Children
Healing our Hearts”
The Diocese of Sacramento provides a pastoral care
coordinator to assist persons who have suffered sexual abuse by members of the
Catholic clergy and other Catholic Church workers.
The Pastoral Care Coordinator may be reached through
a toll-free number at 866-777-9133
Staff is available to take reports in English and Spanish.
If you are seeking assistance in coping with this tragic situation, please call the toll-free number.
To purchase tickets in advance call: Mari Farnsworth | 916-215-2175
From September 26th through November 5th
you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer, vigil and fasting for an end to abortion. You are invited to stand and peacefully pray with us during a 40-day vigil in front of the abortion clinic at 2322 Butano Drive, just across from Winco.
For more information – and especially if you’d like to
volunteer to help, please see representatives at the back of the Church.
St. Vincent de Paul Feast Day: 27 Sept.
“Humility is nothing but truth, and pride is nothing but lying.”
Saturday, October 6th | 5pm-9pm
Come celebrate PBVM’s annual Fall Festival with an evening of fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family!
Tickets can be purchased in the school office or after Mass starting the weekend of Septem-
ber 15th!
Ticket prices increase at the door so get them early!
News & Events at Presentation Parish!
As a friendly reminder, please include your envelope number on any contribution you wish to be recorded for tax information next year. If you need your envelope number or have questions contact Chris in the office
[email protected] | 916-481-7441 x200
Give a G.I.F.T. To Your Marriage!
Join us for Growing In Faith Together, a six-week series for all dating, engaged or married couples of any age. Each evening GIFT will explain, review and practice a different form of couple prayer.
Each evening will be taught by a deacon, priest or religious. GIFT is totally free and held at Presentation School Gym.
H’ordrves and drinks start at 6:30 pm, program starts at 7:00, and we’re done by 8:00. ***Series day change to Wednesdays***
GIFT will be held on Wednesdays; September 19, 26, & October 3, 10, 17, 24. Attendance at each class in not necessary!
FREE ON-SITE CHILDCARE IS AVAILABLE WITH PRE-REGISTRATION BY WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH!
Call or text Rachell at (650)483-9828 to reserve a spot. Limited positions available, call ASAP!!!
Register now or at the door! To pre-register contact Chris at the parish office: [email protected] Need more info or have questions? Call/text Jackie at (916) 204-9505
Want to help as a volunteer for the G.I.F.T series? We are looking for volunteers to help this series runs smoothly!
If you would like more information on volunteering or would like to sign up, contact Jackie at 916-204-9505! Thank you!
Blessings of the Animals Do you love your pet? Well, God does too!
St. Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of animals and it is a Franciscan tradition to bless our furry
friends on or near St. Francis’ feast day.
So bring your dog, fish, frog, or any pet friend you have to get blessed!
Sunday, October 7th | 9:15am South Side of Immaculata
PRESENTATION PARISH EVENTS September 23 — October 20
23 CFF
8th Grade Car Wash
24 LoM
9:15am
RCIA
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Confessions 6pm
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No School
29 Feed the Hungry 9:30am
Confessions
4pm
30 CFF
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October
LoM 9:15am RCIA
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Kni ng 10:30am
KoC 7pm
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4 Blessing of Animals
Confessions
6pm
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Feed the Hungry 9:30am
Oktoberfest
Confessions 4pm
7 CFF
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LoM 9:15am RCIA
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Kni ng 10:30am
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Book Club 12:30pm
SVdP 6:30pm
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Confessions 6pm
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Confessions
4pm
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LoM 9:15am RCIA R2L
6:30pm
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Confessions
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P u b l i s h i n g D e a d l i n e s : Church, School & Community Events
September 30th Bulletin— Deadline Sept. 24th at 12pm
Contact Chris at [email protected]
COMMUNITY EVENTS
September 23—8th Grade Car Wash October 4—Blessing of Animals October 6—Oktoberfest October 8—Columbus Day October 20-21—World Mission October 21-Confirmation Parent Mtg. November 1—All Saint’s Day November 2—All Soul’s Day November 4—Daylight Savings November 5—Vocations Week
If you are a new parishioner, or need to update your parishioner information, please call the office.
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INFORMATION To use our parish facility,
please contact:
Chris | 916.481.7441 x200
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AVAILABLE HOLY HOURS:
Tuesdays | 12:30am-1:30am Tuesdays | 2:30am-3:30am
Tuesdays | 11:30am-12:30pm Tuesday |10:30pm-11:30pm Tuesday | 11:30pm-12:30am
Wednesdays | 12:30am-1:30am Wednesdays | 2:30am-3:30am
Wednesdays | 11:30pm-12:30am
Nicole Resch Sperber | 916.396.1341 [email protected]
‘SCRIP’ is basically another word for gift
certificates, only better! Every time you purchase
scrip from Presentation, our school benefits—a portion
of every gift certificate goes back to the school!
On sale after Masses or at the school office!