A Reflection by Deacon Paul:

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1 Our Mass Schedule Mon, Weds, Fri: 8am Daily Mass Tues, Thurs: 8am Liturgy of the Word (Communion Service) Tues: 2-7pm Eucharistic Adoration Tues: 7pm Spanish Mass Thurs: 8:30am Bible Study Sat: 4pm (English) & 6pm (Spanish) Sunday: 7:30am (Spanish), 10am Mass (English) Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 6, 2015 God calls Saint Clement Parish to be a welcoming, worshipping community of faith, hope, and love. El Señor llama a la parroquia de San Clemente a ser una comunidad amigable, que adore y sirva al Señor con fe, esperanza y amor. A Reflection by Deacon Paul: Espiritualmente discapacitados Spiritually Handicapped In our readings this week we hear of two situations of physical healing. The Prophet Isaiah tells us a time will come when the world will be transformed. The blind will see, the deaf will hear, the lame will leap like stags and streams will burst forth in the desert. In the Gospel we see this prophesy coming to reality when Jesus cures a man of his deafness and his speech impediment. These are all physical healings. But the Prophet and Jesus call us to see our spiritual handicaps. We are often blind to the beauty God has created in nature and in human creativity, that we are deaf to the teachings of the prophets and of Jesus. Finally, we waste our physical strength and do not use it to help those in need. St. James reminds us that we should be blind to the differences of people who come into our gatherings. He teaches a message of equality. When we put people at a lower place we do not hear their suffering or their needs and are blind to the differences caused by economic, educational or national backgrounds. We are called to recognize our spiritual handicaps and work to be Christ like in our interaction with others. In that way we will build the Kingdom of God on earth. En nuestras lecturas de esta semana escuchamos dos situaciones de curación fisica. El profeta Isaias nos dice que vendrán tiempos cuando el mundo será transformado. Los ciegos verán, los sordos oirán, los cojos saltarán como venados y los arroyos brotarán en el desierto. En el Evangelio vemos que esta profecia se hizo realidad cuando Jesús cura a un hombre de su sordera y su tartamudez. Estas son curaciones fisicas. Pero el Profeta y Jesús nos llaman a ver nuestras deficiencias espirituales. A menudo somos ciegos a la belleza que Dios ha creado en la naturaleza y en la creatividad humana, somos sordos a las enseñanzas de los profetas y de Jesús. Por ultimo desperdiciamos nuestra fuerza fisica y no la utilizamos para ayudar a los necesitados. Santiago nos recuerda que debemos ser ciegos a las diferencias de las personas que entran en nuestras reuniones. Él enseña un mensaje de igualdad. Cuando ponemos a las personas en un lugar mas bajo no podemos oir sus sufrimientos o sus necesidades y somos ciegos a las diferencias causadas por niveles económicos, educativos o nacionales. Estamos llamados a reconocer nuestras deficiencias espirituales y trabajar para ser como Cristo en nuestras relaciones con los demás. De esa manera vamos a construir el Reino de Dios en la tierra. Importance of Religious Education To fulfill the true meaning of baptism, children must be formed in the faith in which they have been baptized. Christian formation seeks to lead them gradually to learn God s plan in Christ, so that they may accept for themselves the faith in which they have been baptized. At their baptism parents accepted the responsibility of training their children in the faith. Maggie Miller will be available to accept registrations for classes after All Masses this Weekend. Religious Education classes begin on September 13th at 8:30am. Please see the bulletin insert for more information.

2 ST. CLEMENT I SAN CLEMENTE I THIS WEEK AT SAINT CLEMENT Celebrant Offered For Sunday, September 6 Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM Mass en Español Fr. Hilario 10 AM Mass Fr. John McMurry ST. CLEMENT PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS Michael Bealefeld Lourdes Espinoza Zoila Euraque Elsa Flores Kelsey Grace Esau Hernandez Barbara Litz Pablo Peralta Alfredo Ramos Stephen Rebetsky Wayne Schuyler Eden Stielper PARISH STAFF Pastoral Life Director, Deacon Paul Gifford paul.gifford@stclement1.org Assisting Priests: Fr. Thomas Malia Fr. Roger M. Brito Fernández Secretaries: Kim Taylor ktaylor@stclement1.org Antonia Larios-Irias (Spanish Speaking Secretary) Coordinator of Youth Programs Dan Miller dcmiller@stclement1.org Coordinator of Religious Education Maggie Miller mmiller@stclement1.org Music Director; Elizabeth Ernst Liturgy Committee Chair: Jim DeBoy Finance Committee Chair: John Linkus Monday, September 7 Weekday Labor Day 8AM Mass Fr. John McMurry Thanksgiving for a favor received-gwen Morel Tuesday, September 8 The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8 AM Liturgy of the Word 2-7 PM Eucharistic Adoration 7 PM Mass en Español Fr. Miguel 7PM Timeline Bible Study Deacon Paul Wednesday, September 9 Saint Peter Claver, Priest 8 AM Mass Fr. Leo Larrivee Millie Cooper Thursday, September 10 Weekday 8 AM Liturgy of the Word and Bible Study Deacon Paul Friday, September 11 Weekday 8 AM Mass Fr. Leo Larrivee Mrs. Kelly Saturday, September 12 Weekday The Most Holy Name of Mary 4 PM Mass Fr. Tom Malia Deceased Members of the Koslowski/Ricci Families and Pauline Dougherty 6 PM Mass en Español Fr. Jesus Aguirre Sunday, September 13 Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM Mass en Español Fr. Hilario Avendano 10 AM Mass Fr. Manny Sundaram Mac McKenzie and William Hollowak PROGRAMS Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Adults interested in what Catholics believe or in becoming Catholic should contact Deacon Paul Gifford at The RCIA program begins in September. Infant Baptism Call the parish office ( ) to schedule the Baptism Preparation Class and the Baptism. Faith Formation Religious Education sessions for children are held in the Parish House on Sunday mornings at 8:45 AM. Registration begins in July for the 2015/2016 Religious Education year. Marriage Those planning marriage must contact the parish at least six months before they are planning to be wed in order to complete marriage preparation. Reconciliation Saturdays before the 4 PM Mass. Sick Calls and Communion Calls Please contact the Parish Office.

3 ST. CLEMENT I SAN CLEMENTE I BAUTIZOS PARA NIÑOS Antes de asistir a las clases los Padres de Familia deben venir a la oficina a llenar las formas correspondientes y traer la partida de nacimiento del niño o niña a bautizar. Próximas clases serán los sábados 3 y 10 de Octubre a las 11am. y con el Diacono Carlos el Martes 13 a las 6:00pm. Los bautizos se celebrarán el sábado 17 de Octubre en la Misa de las 6pm. CIRCULO DE ORACIÓN El Grupo de Oración Libertadores de Nazaret se reunen en la Iglesia todos los miercoles a las 6:30 pm. Si usted desea que ellos los visiten en sus hogares pueden hablar con Maggie o Esau. PROGRAMA DE INICIACIÓN CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA) Este programa es para adultos que deseen aprender mas sobre la religión católica o necesitan recibir alguno de los sacramentos como: Bautismo, Primera Comunión, o Confirmación. Las clases comienzan en el mes de Septiembre y terminan en el mes de Marzo o Abril. PARA PERSONAS ENFERMAS Que deseen que alguien los visite o desean recibir la Sagrada Comunión y desea hablar en español llame a la Casa Parroquial los Lunes de 8 a 4PM o Martes de 2 a 6:30PM REZO DEL SANTO ROSARIO Todos los sabados rezamos el Santo Rosario a las 5:15 pm. Para poder bautizar a sus niños necesitan asistir tanto los Padres como los Padrinos a charlas: La primera y la segunda son los primeros dos sábados del mes a las 11am. La tercera, que es con el Diacono Carlos es el tercer martes del mes a las 6:00pm. Los bautizos se celebran el tercer sábado en la Misa de las 6pm. MATRIMONIO La boda debe planearse con 6 meses de anti cipación a la fecha que deseen casarse. Para mas información hablar con el Padre Roger M. Brito Fernandez

4 Saint Clement Lansdowne Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time September 06, 2015 Stewardship Offertory Totals August 29 and August 30, 2015 Offertory - $2, Online Giving Total - $ Poor Box $ Food Pantry $0.00 Backpack Program $0.00 Attendance Totals 4pm. English Mass pm. Spanish Mass :30am Spanish Mass 93 10am English Mass 117 THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS DONATIONS! We remember those who have asked for our prayers. Bob Lowry, Ron Christopher, Sandra Clarke, Renita Clarke, David Gillian, Zita Gillian, Chuck Vain, Dawn Martin, Diva Brown, Gen Rankin, Frank Kane, Thelma Flynn, Arthur William Jones, Mary Councilman, Luke Rogic, Megan Walsh, Dennis Grube, Alice Larsen, Tom Larsen, Rita Alt, Mary Grace, Mary Ann Malia, Patrick Meehan, Arvalla Campbell, Wayne Brown Sr., Wayne Brown Jr., Kathleen Davis, Billie Miles, Betty Swienteh, Maria Garriga, Shawn Schleupner, Terri Woodall, Sharon Glass, Michael Forney, Mary Harper, Raven Reyes, Joan Witcher, James Jenkins, Debbie Collinson, Robert Witcher, Richard Witcher, Richard Witcher, Sr., Paul Hicks, James and Margaret Bryan, James Schreiber, Donna Marin, Barbara Cramblitt, Linda Moats, Linda Gottleib, Charles Carroll, Kim Huttenberger, Dolores Barrell, Gene Cullum, Maryellen Hayden, Ronnie M. McMahon, Henry Burke, Jon Anderson Sr., Mary Beth Diaz, Sylvester Winter, Gabrielle Vila, Mary Payne, Fran Lanasa, Helen Anderson, Ken Williams, George Parks, Patty Slack, Michelle Reeder, Sis Mooney, George Pope, Catherine Ham, Helen Schwanke, Karen Mabe, Rhonda Villa, Gwen Morel, Theresa Lowery, Mae Arthur, Nicholas Martin, Robert Brinkley, James Fries, Kathleen Fries, Vince Forney, Carol Parrish, Ryan Sharp, Bonnie Holman, Pat Robey, Austin Baker, Ree Cantabury, Gloria Carroll, Tim Walsh, Krystyna Marszalek. If someone is sick at home and unable to attend Mass and would like to receive Eucharist, please contact the parish office at Scripture Readings for the Week Sunday, September 6, Is 35:4-7a, Jas 2:1-5, Mark 7:31-37 Monday, September 7, Col 1:24-2:3, Luke 6:6-11 Tuesday, September 8, Matthew 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30 Matthew 1:1-1, or 1:18-23 Wednesday, September 9, Col 3:1-11, Luke 6:20-26 Thursday, September 10, Col 3:12-17, Luke 6:27-38 Friday, September 11, 1 Tim 1:1-2, 12-14, Luke 6:39-42 Saturday, September 12, 1 Tim 1:15-17, Luke 6:43-49 Sunday, September 13, Is 50:5-9a, Jas 2:14-18, Mark 8:27-35

5 Saint Clement Lansdowne Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time September 06, 2015 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS Registration for Religious Education Classes is Open! Elementary News We are now accepting registrations for our Religious Education school year. We are asking that all families re-register their children. Ms. Maggie Miller will be available for registration at all 7:30am & 10am Masses. In an effort to continue a successful religious education experience, we are asking families to be sure that tuition payments are made. This year tuition is $55 per child before September 13; however, the price will increase to $65 after the 13 th (this is due to cost of shipping more books). Due to the increase cost of materials, there are no multiple children discounts offered; however, families may opt to make payments throughout the school year. There will be a family orientation on September 18 th, 7pm, at St. Clements Church for all families with children in grades K 5. At least one parent/guardian from each family should attend this meeting. Any questions regarding K 5 religious education, please contact Maggie Miller at mmcallisterphoto@gmail.com Sacrament Preparation requires enrollment and regular attendance of the Religious Education program for two years prior to receiving 1st Communion, Reconciliation, or Confirmation. Confirmation & Middle School Religious Education News For all young people who are eligible to receive the sacrament of Confirmation there will be a meeting on Monday, September 14 th at 6:30pm. Parents and students must attend one of the two orientation meetings. Confirmation classes will begin on September 28 th. A brief orientation meeting will be held for all of our Middle School families on September 14 th, beginning at 6:00pm. Classes for Middle School Students will begin on September 21st, at 6:30pm. All Middle School & Confirmation classes will be held on Monday evenings, from 6:30pm 8:00pm. A full calendar of all classes will be provided at our orientation meetings. Any questions regarding Middle School religious education or Confirmation, please contact Dan Miller at dcmiller@stclement1.org

6 Saint Clement Lansdowne Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time September 06, 2015 Lansdowne Improvement Association s 4th Annual Fall Harvest Festival. Saturday, October 3, AM 2PM Location: Hillcrest Park 700 Block Third Avenue Scarecrow Making, Free Pumpkins, Face Painting, Arts and Crafts, Inexpensive Food for purchase AND MUCH MORE! If you are a vendor and interested in participating space is available. Price for renting a space is $20. For more information call or ErnieEBailey@gmail.com Rain Date is October 10, Learn Spanish Language and Culture! Take an introductory Spanish Language and Culture class at Notre Dame of Maryland University. Spanish Language and Culture Part 1 will be offered every Tuesday beginning September 22 and running through November 24. Registrants can choose afternoon sessions from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. or evening sessions from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The fee for all courses is $400 per person or $1,050 for three participants if registered by 9/8/15. Discounts available for senior citizens and NDMU alumni. To apply or for more information, contact Sr. Linda Stilling, SSND at , lstilling@ndm.edu, or visit See website for Part 2 for more offerings. WATCH POPE FRANCIS ON THE BIG SCREEN ON SEPTEMBER 27 The Archdiocese of Baltimore welcomes Catholics throughout the Archdiocese to the televising of the Mass celebrated by Pope Francis on September 27 at 4 p.m. in Philadelphia--live on a large video screen on the lawn of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in North Baltimore. Bring chairs and blankets and sit on the grass while you watch the Mass. People are also encouraged to bring their dinner and stay for a large Archdiocesan family picnic after the Mass. For those who want to watch the Baltimore Ravens play, the game will be on prior to the start of Mass. All are welcome. The Cathedral is located at 5200 N. Charles Street in Baltimore. St Clement Fall Festival Fiesta It's time to start planning the fall festival. We have picked the date of October 4th. If you would like to volunteer or be on the planning committee please call Eden We are also in need of prizes & toys for the kids games. New prizes would be great, but like-new or gently used toys would also be acceptable. Thanks for your help. FALL OPEN HOUSE AT THE SETON KEOUGH HIGH SCHOOL DISCOVER all that your daughter can be - the fall Open House is Sat., 10/24/15, 1:00-3:00pm. Come see how our STEM programming, visual and performing arts studios, campus ministry, and all of our other college-preparatory curricula will help your daughter succeed in high school and beyond. The Seton Keough High School is an all-girls' Catholic college preparatory high school dedicated to promoting excellence in education and inspiring leadership. Ladies Sodality Trip Information The Sight and Sound Theatre presents The Miracle of Christmas, Wednesday, December 16, 2015 The Miracle of Christmas is a dramatic, musical presentation of the birth of Jesus. The trip includes a reserved seat, a delicious Smorgasbord at Shady Maple and round trip transportation. Cost of the trip is $110. The Payment schedule is as follows: $35 due by September 16, $35 due by October 16, $40 due by November 16. Please make check payable to St. Clement Lansdowne Sodality. The bus departs from the Linthicum Park and Ride at 8:30am and returns at 6:30pm. For information and reservations, contact: Agnes Valenzia 180 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park MD 21146, OR Mary Klan 321 Second Ave. Baltimore MD 21227, Job Opportunity Sisters Academy of Baltimore has an immediate opening for a Food Service Manager. The position is part-time but daily, Monday through Friday. The manager serves breakfast and lunch, provided by an outside vendor, to the students. The manager is responsible for inventory, recordkeeping, and cleanliness of the facility. To inquire, call Sister Delia Dowling at ext. 12. To apply, send a letter of application and resume to ddowling@sistersacademy.org.

7 Saint Clement Lansdowne Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time September 06, 2015 CLASES PARA BAUTIZO En el mes de Octubre las clases serán el sábado 3 a las 10am. y con el Diacono Carlos el Martes 13 a las 6:00pm. Los bautizos se celebrarán el 17 de Octubre durante la misa de las 6pm. Padres, niños y Padrinos deben llegar antes de empezar la Misa. SANTO ROSARIO Todos los sábados a las 5:15 pm. CLASES DE EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA AÑO La matricula para las clases de Educación Religiosa ya comenzó. Para evitar recargos deben matricular lo mas pronto posible. Las clases comienzan el 13 de Septiembre a las 8:30 am. Reunión obligatoria de Padres de Familia el Viernes 18 de Septiembre a las 6:30 pm. por lo menos uno de los padres debe asistir. CLASES DE EDUCACION RELIGIOSA PARA ADULTOS (RICA) La matricula ya comenzó. Es para todos los adultos que necesitan recibir Sacramentos como: Bautismo, Primera Comunión o Confirmación. Para mas información pueden hablar con el Diacono Carlos. FESTIVAL DE OTOÑO Este año el festival será el 4 de Octubre. Si desea ayudar como voluntario puede llamar a Eden al Se están solicitando donaciones de regalos y juguetes para los premios de juegos que habrán ese dia. Si son usados por favor que se encuentren en buenas condiciones. MES DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA-ARQUIDIOCESIS DE BALTIMORE El 19 de Septiembre a las 9am. tendremos el Rosario Viviente seguido por la Misa celebrada por el Arzobispo Lori. Despues habrá un compartir y para ello necesitamos donación de 50 tamales y 50 bolsitas de chicharrones. Para mas información hablar con Susana. CELEBRACION DE LA FIESTA DE NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE El Padre Roger nos ha pedido que empecemos ya a recaudar fondos para la celebración del 12 de Diciembre. La cajita de la Virgen estará en la parte de atrás de la Iglesia a la salida después de todas nuestras Misas. Por favor sean generosos. Si desea donar los mariachis, flores, comida, etc. Puede dar la información a Susana y cuando venga el Padre Roger le entregan lo correspondiente.

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