Trigésimo-Primer domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

by Diácono Juan Carlos  |  10/30/2022  |  From the Clergy

El Evangelio de hoy nos narra una hermosa historia del encuentro de Jesús con Zaqueo, pero este encuentro tiene sus complicaciones y murmuraciones (Lucas 19:1-10). Zaqueo quiere conocer a Jesús, pero la gente se lo impedía. Esto no desanima a Zaqueo, sino que se pone en acción y sube a un árbol. La acción de Zaqueo lo llevó a tener el encuentro con Jesús que le dice: “Zaqueo baja pronto que hoy me hospedo en tu casa”. Al ver que Jesús se hospeda en la casa de Zaqueo la gente comenzó a murmurar contra Jesús, pero Zaqueo dice algo que le hace ganar la salvación, “Mira, Señor, voy a dar a los pobres la mitad de mis bienes, y si he defraudado a alguien, le restituiré cuatro veces más”.

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Encountering Jesus

by Deacon Juan Carlos  |  10/30/2022  |  From the Clergy

Today's Gospel tells us a beautiful story of Jesus' encounter with Zacchaeus, but this encounter has its complications and gossip (Luke 19:1-10). Zacchaeus wants to meet Jesus, but the people prevented him. This does not discourage Zacchaeus, but he springs into action and climbs a tree. Zacchaeus's action led him to have an encounter with Jesus who tells him: "Zacchaeus come down soon because today I am staying at your house." Seeing that Jesus is staying in Zacchaeus' house, the people began to murmur against Jesus, but Zacchaeus says something that earns him salvation, "Look, Lord, I am going to give half of my goods to the poor, and if I have defrauded someone, I will pay back four times as much."

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Cuando la liturgia es celebrada, ¡algo más es requerido!

by Diácono José  |  10/23/2022  |  From the Clergy

“Mas, para asegurar esta plena eficacia es necesario que los fieles se acerquen a la sagrada Liturgia con recta disposición de ánimo, pongan su alma en consonancia con su voz y colaboren con la gracia divina, para no recibirla en vano. Por esta razón, los pastores de almas deben vigilar para que en la acción litúrgica no sólo se observen las leyes relativas a la celebración válida y lícita, sino también para que los fieles participen en ella consciente, activa y fructuosamente.” (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 11)

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When the liturgy is celebrated, something more is required!

by Deacon José  |  10/23/2022  |  From the Clergy

“But in order that the liturgy may be able to produce its full effects, it is necessary that the faithful come to it with proper dispositions, that their minds should be attuned to their voices, and that they should cooperate with divine grace lest they receive it in vain. Pastors of souls must therefore realize that, when the liturgy is celebrated, something more is required than the mere observation of the laws governing valid and licit celebration; it is their duty also to ensure that the faithful take part fully aware of what they are doing, actively engaged in the rite, and enriched by its effects.” (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 11).

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Vigésimo Noveno domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

by Padre Adrian Cisneros  |  10/16/2022  |  From the Clergy

Del evangelio de este fin de semana, me llama la atención la frase “orar siempre y sin desfallecer”. He estado en el puesto de administrador de San Estanislao por poco más de tres meses y ha sido una experiencia maravillosa; no siempre fácil, pero maravilloso. Necesito recordar que no puedo hacer todo a la vez, y "ir despacio", como me recuerda la gente. Este fin de semana y el próximo fin de semana, se le presentará una oportunidad, un llamado para servir a su comunidad parroquial, especialmente en la Misa.

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29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

by Fr. Adrian Cisneros  |  10/16/2022  |  From the Clergy

In this weekend’s gospel, the phrase “pray always without becoming weary” stands out to me. I have been in the position of administrator of St. Stanislaus for just over three months, and it has been a wonderful experience; not always easy, but wonderful. I need to remember that I cannot do everything all at once, and to “go slow,” as people remind me. This weekend and next weekend, there will be an opportunity presented to you - a call to serve your parish community - especially at the Mass.

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28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

by Fr. Sergio  |  10/09/2022  |  From the Clergy

In Paul's letter to the Philippians we find a statement about Christ, which says: "Assuming human likeness and appearing in his bearing as a man, he lowered himself, becoming obedient to death and a death on the cross" (Philippians 2, 8 -8) The words of the apostle speak to us of a Jesus who is "body and closeness", is the humanized God, made flesh like ours. It is of great importance for his followers (Disciples) not to forget the corporeal and relational dimension. Jesus relates to his environment through his body. God speaks through a human body. Jesus approaches through his body: He sees, hears and touches. Three verbs, three actions, three very human dimensions.

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Vigésimo Octavo domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

by Padre Sergio  |  10/09/2022  |  From the Clergy

En la carta de Pablo a los Filipenses encontramos una afirmación sobre Cristo, que dice: “Asumiendo semejanza humana y apareciendo en su porte como hombre, se rebajó así mismo, haciéndose obediente hasta la muerte y una muerte de cruz” (Filipenses 2, 8-8) Las palabras del apóstol nos hablan de un Jesús que es “cuerpo y cercanía”, es el Dios humanizado, hecho carne como la nuestra.

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The just live by faith

by Deacon Oscar Cervantes  |  10/02/2022  |  From the Clergy

The dominant theme this Sunday is faith, as it is mentioned in all three readings. At the end of the first reading it states: "The just live by faith", a phrase that will be used by Paul and will later have an enormous impact on the Christian life. Jesus focuses on the efficacy of faith, even faith as small as a mustard seed. Finally, Paul exhorts Timothy to bear witness to his faith in Christ Jesus.

In this reflection I would like to start with two questions: Do you think it is important to evaluate our faith? How is your faith?

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El justo vive de la fe

by Diácono Oscar Cervantes  |  10/02/2022  |  From the Clergy

El tema dominante en este domingo es la fe, ya que se menciona en las tres lecturas. Al final de la primera lectura leemos: "El justo vive de la fe", frase que será recogida por Pablo y tendrá luego un enorme impacto en la vida cristiana. Jesús se fija en la eficacia de la fe, incluso de la fe pequeña como un grano de mostaza. Finalmente, Pablo exhorta a Timoteo a dar testimonio de su fe en Cristo Jesús.

En esta reflexión me gustaría empezar con dos preguntas, ¿Crees que es importante evaluar nuestra fe? ¿Cómo está Tu fe?

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