St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church 591 Flint River Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238 “Walking United As Faithful Disciples of Jesus Christ” “Caminando Unidos Como Discipulos Fieles de Jesucristo” Jesucristo” Weekly Bulletin

September 18, 2016

Weekend Masses/ Misas de Fin de Semana Saturday Sunday

4:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:00AM 10:45AM 12:30 PM (Español) 5:00 PM Teen Mass 7:00 PM (Español)

Holy Days/Dias de Obligación Vigil/Vigilia 7:00 PM (English) Holy Day 8:30 AM 7:00 PM (English) 7:00PM (Español)

Weekday Masses/Misas entre Semana Monday-Saturday 8:30 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM Thursday (Españ ol) 7:30 PM

Rosary/Rosario Monday-Saturday 7:55 AM

Morning Prayer/Oración Matutina Monday-Saturday 8:15 AM

Parish Of ice/O icina Parroquial 770-478-0178 FAX 770-471-2079

Website: www.stphilipbenizi.org

St. Vincent de Paul 770-477-2388

LIBRARY is in the JPII Building/ La BILBLIOTECA esta en el Ediicio JPII Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sun 9am - 5pm GIFT SHOP is in Church Hallway/ La TIENDA de REGALOS esta en el pasillo de la Iglesia Hours: After all Weekend Masses/ Después de todas las misas del in de semana (except major holidays/con excepción de días festivos)

Pastoral Council Contact for Month: Kathy Randall

404-401-0090 [email protected]

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SATURDAY SCHEDULE CHANGE CAMBIO DE HORARIO DE LOS SABADOS Timeframes for Events // Períodos de tiempo para Eventos Old/Antiguo: 11:00am New/Nuevo: 10:30am Old/Antiguo: 2:00pm New/Nuevo: 1:00pm Confessions/Confesiones: 3:00pm

Mass/Misa at 4:00pm Events include weddings, Quinceañeras, special liturgies. Los eventos incluyen bodas, quinceañeras, liturgias especiales

September 18, 2016

TwentyTwenty-Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time /Vigésimo Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

Sat Sep 17—Stigmata of our Holy Father Francis Gal 6:14-18; Lk 9:23-26 8:30AM Mass: +Rev MichaelMcWhorter by Anh Tran & Charlie Craig 5:00PM Mass: +Mary Jane Heisterkamp by her husband, Ron Sun Sep 18—Twenty- ifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Am 8:4-7; 1 Tm 2:1-8; Lk 16:1-13 7:30AM Mass: +Sandy Carrington by Helen Murtha 9:00AM Mass: +Fran Payton by John Devlin & Jean Hess 10:45AM Mass: +Victor Sanchez on his 58th birthday by his mother, Julie 12:30PM Mass: +Raquel Rodriguez y +Francisco Rodgriguez de parte de Etienne Rodriguez y familia 5:00PM Mass: For the Needs of All Parishioners (Arch) 7:00PM Mass: En acción de gracias por Joe Díaz y familia Mon Sep 19—Prv 3:27-34; Lk 8:16-18 8:30AM Mass: +Rev MichaelMcWhorter by Anh Tran & Charlie Craig Tues Sep 20—St Andrew Kim, Paul Chong, & Comp. Prv 21:1-6, 10-13; Lk 8:19-21 8:30AM Mass: +Krua Noifad by Mam Prudente Wed Sep 21—St Matthew, Apostle Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Mt 9:9-13 8:30AM Mass: +Rev MichaelMcWhorter by Anh Tran & Charlie Craig 7:00PM Mass: +Ed Richardson by +Arlene Richardson Thurs Sep 22—Eccl 1:2-11; Lk 9:7-9 8:30AM Mass: +Maria Ly Thi Luat by Dich & Kim Ly 7:30PM Mass: +Gustavo Sosa de parte de la familia Sanchez Fri Sep 23—St Pius of Pietreicina—Padre Pio Eccl 3:1-11; Lk 9:18-22 8:30AM Mass: Travis Richardson by his mother, +Arlene Sat Sep 24—Eccl 11:9-12:8; Lk 9:43-45 8:30AM Mass: +Rev MichaelMcWhorter by Anh Tran & Charlie Craig 5:00PM Mass: +Steve Mankowski by Knights of Columbus Sun Sep 25—Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Am 6:1, 4-7; 1 Tm 6:11-16; Lk 16-19-31 7:30AM Mass: +Ed Finewski by Jim & Sam Oliver 9:00AM Mass: +John Patrick & +Kevin Michael McKenna by their parents, Jack & Mary McKenna 10:45AM Mass: +Mark Truka, 65th birthday, by Phyllis Truka 12:30PM Mass: +Mercedes Orozco Diaz de parte de la familia Diaz 5:00PM Mass: +Kyen Knowles by St Philip Benizi Parishioners 7:00PM Mass: Por todos nuestros feligreses (Arc.)

Prayer List ~Lista de Oración Kathy Swann, Julia Rodriguez, Jeffe Cunningham, O.E. Rylander, Becky Romeo, Eula Noel, Maria Miranda, Chris Jackson, Carrel Clemmons, Jr., Linda Kotts, Rufus Brantley, Lolita Apolinario, Pamela Davis, Demina Julye, Amy Thor, Lorraine McAdoo, Rita Anyanwu, Elaine Carter, David Bruguez, Roxanne & David McNeiley, Geri Henley, Karen Sargee

This Week at a Glance ~ Esta Semana SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 18TH 7:00 am Cruzados de la Cruz, Rm 202 (HEB) 10:30 am RCIA—English/Español (JP/SD) 10:45 am Adult Ed—Growing/God’s Word, Rm 200 (HEB) 12:00 pm Carmelite Formation Class, St Clare Rm (SD) 12:00 pm Africa in Christ Mtg, Rm 201 (HEB) 12:15 pm Charismatic Prayer Group, Rm 200 (HEB) 12:15 pm Francophone Committee Mtg, Board Rm (SD) 2:00 pm Environmental Ministry Mtg, Mother Teresa Rm (JP)

2:00 pm Fundraiser—Luncheon Emmaus Group (FH) 2:00 pm Carmelite Mtg, St Francis Rm (SD) 5:00 pm Cursillos—Español, Rm 302 (JP)

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH 6:00 pm Finance Council Mtg, Rm 203 (HEB) 6:30 pm Men’s Catholic Fellowship, Prayer Rm (SD) 6:30 pm Adult Ed—Writing Your Way Home, Rm 106 (HEB) 7:00 pm Social Justice Committee Mtg, Rms 108/110 (HEB)

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH 10:00 am Craft Group, Rm 302 (JP) 6:30 pm Financial Peace University, Rm 106 (HEB) 6:30 pm Adult Ed—Choice Wine, Rms 108/110 (HEB) 7:00 pm ESL Classes, Rms 200-207 (HEB)

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST 7:00 pm Adult Ed—Scripture Study, Rms 108/110 (HEB)

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 22ND 9:30 am Scripture Study, Rms 108/110 (HEB) 6:00 pm Legion of Mary—English, Rm 100 (HEB) 6:15 pm Men’s Cursillo, Rm 302 (JP) 6:30 pm Cursillo Prayer Grp, Board Rm (SD) 7:00 pm ESL Classes, Rms 200-207 (HEB) 7:00 pm Francophone Prayer Grp, Prayer Rm (SD) 7:00 pm Estudio de la Biblia - Español, sala de San Francisco (SD)

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23RD 7:00 pm Rel Ed—Formación de Catequistas Español, Rms 108/110 (HEB) 7:00 pm La oración y la adoración Taller de Vida - Español, Salón de Madre Teresa (JP) 7:30 pm Mindfulness Class, Rms 205/207 (HEB)

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24TH 9:00 am Desayuno con Jesús - Español, Rm 302 (JP) 9:30 am Blood of Jesus Prayer Grp, Mother Teresa Rm (JP) 10:00 am Secular Franciscan Council Mtg, Board Rm (SD)

3:00 pm Reconciliation 4:00 pm International Night Mass & Celebration SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25TH

We Are Here to Serve ~ Estamos aquí para Servirle Pastor Fr. John Koziol, OFM Conv. Parochial Vicars Fr. Paul Miskiewicz, OFM Conv. Fr. Santo Cricchio, OFM Conv. Fr. Peter Tymko, OFM Conv. In Residence Bro. Colton Rodgers Deacons Rev. Mr. Matias Casal Rev. Mr. Leonard Chambliss Rev. Mr. Gregory Pecore Rev. Mr. Etienne Rodriguez Rev. Mr. Bob Rich Rev. Mr. Peter Swan

7:00 am Cruzados de la Cruz, Rm 202 (HEB) 10:30 am RCIA—English/Español (JP/SD) 10:45 am Adult Ed—Growing/God’s Word, Rm 200 (HEB) 12:15 pm Charismatic Prayer Group, Rm 200 (HEB) 12:15pm Nigerian Executive Board Mtg, Rm 203 (HEB) 12:30pm Black Catholic Heritae Mtg, Rms 108/110 (HEB) 2:00 pm/3:00 pm Bautismo—Espanol/Baptism—English (Church)

Mercy in the Ministry of Jesus Pondering Jesus’ healing presence among the people of the first century, we may find His mercy in our midst. Join this retreat at the Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat center and find how Jesus’ mercy might relate to your own life. The retreat will be held September 23-26. Contact the retreat center at [email protected] or 334-855-4474 for more information or to register.

CALENDAR ABBREVIATIONS: HEB = Hartmayer Education Bldg JP = John Paul II Ctr KofC = Knights of Columbus Hall FH = Founders’ Hall SD = San Damiano House

Time Talent Treasure Tiempo Talento Tesoro Offertory / Stewardship ~ Ofertorio / Administracion The Second Collection next weekend will be for the Diocesan St. Vincent de Paul Society. Our gifts to this collection go directly to provide emergency shelter, food, clothing, and educational resources to those living in hardship with the ultimate goal of achieving self-sufficiency. We can, like Christ, serve the poorest of the poor among us through our wholehearted support of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia. El próximo fin de semana la Segunda Colecta será para el Diocesano de San Vicente de Paúl. Nuestros regalos a esta colecta van directamente para proporcionar refugio de emergencia, alimentos, ropa, y los recursos educativos a los que viven en la miseria, con el objetivo final de lograr la autosuficiencia. Podemos, como Cristo, servir a los más pobres de los pobres entre nosotros a través de nuestro apoyo incondicional de San Vicente de Paul Georgia. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Etienne & Vilma Rodriguez on the death of Etienne’s mother, +Raquel Rodriguez de Rodriguez; to Tanya Schwartz & Antoinette Irons on the death of their niece, +Kimberly Green; to the Callocchio Family on the death of +Carol Callocchio; to the Ashe Griffin on the death of his niece, +Regina Watson; to Helen Murtha & Betty Monteau on the death of their brother, +John Hackett; to Marian Wagner on the death of her husband, +Jim Wagner; to Teresa Borrego & Annie Tayong on the death of their father, +Vicente Borrego; to Mariela Ruiz on the death of her mother, +Mariela de los Angeles Ruiz. Please keep them and all the faithful departed in prayer. Expresamos nuestro más sincero pésame a Etienne y Vilma Rodriguez en la muerte de Etienne’s madre, + Raquel Rodríguez de Rodríguez; a Tanya Schwartz & Antoinette Irons, en la muerte de su sobrina, +Kimberly Green; a la Familia Callocchio, en la muerte de +Carol Callocchio; a Ashe Griffin, en la muerte de su sobrina, +Regina Watson; a Helen Murtha & Betty Monteau, en la muerte de su hermano, +John Hackett; a Marian Wagner, en la muerte de su esposo, +Jim Wagner; a Teresa Borrego & Annie Tayong en la muerte de su padre, +Vicente Borrego; a Mariela Ruiz en la muerte de su madre, +Mariela de los Angeles Ruiz. Favor de mantenerlos y a todos los fieles difuntos en sus oraciones.

The Flowers on the Altar this weekend are in memory of +Florentine Nsoumbi on the 1st Anniversary of death by Anne Florence Bakinde

The dishonest manage in today’s parable knew how to manipulate money to his own advantage. But the Gospel warns that no one can serve both God and money. Which do I serve? Is my stewardship such that anyone can tell? El administrador deshonesto en la parábola de hoy sabia como manipular el dinero para su propia ventaja. Pero el Evangelio advierte que nadie puede server a Dios y al dinero. A cual sirvo yo? Es mi administración de los bienes de Dios tal que cualquiera se puede da cuenta? A “Memorial for Aborted Children” will be presented for anyone touched by abortion on Friday, October 7, at 7:00pm at St Michael the Archangel parish in Woodstock. The presentation will be led by Fr Larry Niese and will include a testimony offered by Lauren Whitaker with music by Patrick Williams. For more information, see our Facebook page—Atlanta Memorial Service for Aborted Children—or email Lauren at [email protected]. Un “Memorándum para Niños Abortados” se presentará para cualquier persona afectada por el aborto el viernes, 7 de octubre, a las 7:00pm en la parroquia San Michael el Arcángel en Woodstock. La presentación será dirigida por el Padre Larry Niese e incluirá un testimonio ofrecido por Lauren Whitaker con música de Patrick Williams. Para obtener más información, vea nuestra página en Facebook — Atlanta Service Memorial for Aborted Children, o a Lauren por correo electrónico a [email protected].

Welcome to Our New Parishioners Bienvenido a Nuestros Nuevos Miembros Mr. & Mrs. Sanuel Egbuziem Dwayne Rajcoomar Tamra Preston Mr. & Mrs. Damaso Aviles Mr. & Mrs. Diego Avila Cynthia Campbell

September 18, 2016

TwentyTwenty-Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time /Vigésimo Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario In today’s Gospel we see that prudent decisiveness means that we recognize that all our choices in daily living are really choices for eternal life. Admission into heaven is something money cannot buy. The only currency that has any value to secure our entrance is that of love. Gifts to St Vincent de Paul shows you are a sign of God’s love to those who are suffering.

En el Evangelio de hoy vemos que la decisión prudente significa que reconocemos que todas nuestras opciones en la vida diaria son realmente opciones para la vida eterna. La entrada al cielo es algo que el dinero no puede comprar. La única moneda que tiene cualquier valor para asegurar nuestra entrada es la del amor. Regalos a San Vicente de Paul demuestra que usted es un signo del amor de Dios a los que sufren. Do you live with the self-condemnation of abortion? Do you think there is no forgiveness? Do you live with anxiety, fear, panic, and depression? Good News! God desires you to be healed and whole. He wants you to be joyful again. We can help. Come to our next Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat on September 30/October 1-2. PATH (PostAbortion Treatment & Healing) will be facilitating a weekend long retreat where broken hearts can be rebuilt, renewed, redeemed. For more information, visit the website at www.healingafterabortion.org or call 404-717-5557.

¿Vives con la auto condenación del aborto? ¿Crees que no hay perdón? ¿Vives con ansiedad, miedo, pánico y depresión? ¡Buenas noticias! Dios quiere que usted sea sanado completamente. Él quiere que usted sea feliz otra vez. Nosotros podemos ayudar. Para obtener información sobre los retiros del Viñedo de Raquel en español, llame al 470-258-3433.

Writing your Way Home — Using Art and Writing to Inspire the Soul When: Mondays at 6:30pm beginning tomorrow, September 19 Where: Room 106, Hartmayer Education Building (HEB) Explore your creativity and spirituality through writing and art. Join us in using writing and art as a tool to find out who you are and how you make sense of your life. All meetings will be casual, informal, non-professional, and open to all seekers. Facilitated by Sharon Graham, Spiritual Director and Author. Bring a notebook and pen. Space is limited; call Althea Fletcher at 770-478-0178 x149 to reserve your spot!

Altar Linen Ministry Needs YOUR Help! Please prayerfully consider joining this ministry to clean the altar linens on a rotating basis (to include washing & ironing after the weekend Masses, and returning them before the following weekend). For more information or to be on the list, call Yone Daly at 770-478-0179 x182. (This ministry is different from the “Altar Care Ministry” that cleans the church). Por favor consideren unirse a este Ministerio para lavar los paños del altar en una base rotativa (que incluye después de las misas de fin de semana, lavar, planchar y devolverlos antes del fin de semana siguiente). Para más información o para ponerse en la lista, llame a Yone Daly en 770-478-0179 x182. (Este Ministerio es diferente al del "Ministerio del Cuidado del Altar"que limpia la iglesia).

October is Respect Life Month - On October 2nd, a 1-hour silent prayer vigil will take place on North Main Street in Jonesboro to pray for our nation and for an end to abortion. Life Chain Prayer Vigil will begin at the corner of North Main Street at 3:00pm. All are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Tina Knight at [email protected]. Octubre es el Mes de Respeto a la Vida - El 2 de octubre, una vigilia de oración en silencio de 1 hora se llevará a cabo en North Main Street en Jonesboro para orar por nuestra nación y por el fin del aborto. La Vigilia de Rezo de Cadena de Vida comenzará en la esquina de North Main Street a las 3:00 pm. Todos son bienvenidos a asistir. Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Tina Kight en [email protected].

Parking / Estacionamiento Please be respectful of fellow parishioners. On Saturday evenings and Sundays the San Damiano parking lot is reserved for Seniors (65 and older) and those with handicap parking permits. All other handicap parking spots should be reserved for those with permits, including the ones behind the church. Also, please observe the areas marked “NO PARKING” in front of the parish hall and white garage as well as other curbside areas around the property. These areas must be kept clear for emergency vehicles and access to the garage.

Please park in the marked spaces. Por favor sea respetuoso con los demás feligreses. Los sábados por la tarde y los domingos el estacionamiento de San

Damiano está reservado para las personas mayores (65 años y mas viejo) y personas discapacitadas y con permisos de estacionamiento. Todas las demás plazas de estacionamiento para discapacitados deben reservarse para aquellos con permisos, incluyendo los que están detrás de la iglesia. También, por favor, tenga en cuenta las áreas marcadas " NO PARKING" en la parte delantera del salón parroquial y garaje blanco así como otras áreas alrededor de la propiedad. Estas zonas deben estar despejada para los vehículos de emergencia y el acceso al garaje.

Por favor estacione en los espacios marcados.

Office of Religious Education Oficina de Educación Religiosa Preschool—5th Grade - Preescolar-5to Grado Important Dates: * October 15—Sacrament Classes begin Important Information: * Register at the Religious Education Office in the Hartmayer Education Building (Mon—Thurs, 9:00am-2:00pm; Sun, 10:30am –1:30pm) * To receive First Communion, children must be enrolled in both regular Religious Education and Sacramental classes. Check with the Religious Education Office for more information on classes and registration.

Fechas Importantes: * Octubre 15—Comienzo de Las Clases de los Sacramentos Información Importante: * Regístrese en la Oficina de Educación Religiosa en el Edificio de Educación Hartmayer (Lunes—Jueves, 9:00am-2:00pm; Domingo, 10:30am –1:30pm) * Para recibir la Primera Comunión, los niños deben estar registrados en ambas clases de Educación Religiosa y clases Sacramental. Consulte con la Oficina de Educación Religiosa para obtener más información sobre las clases y registro.

High School Classes: September 18, 25 Middle School Classes: September 18, 25

Plan Ahead: Middle School— School—Fun Day at St Philip’s - Trunk or Treat on October 29 High School— School—Fall Retreat— Retreat—October 2121-23 *************************************************************************************

Confirmation Information:

Confirmation for teenagers at St Philip’s takes place in the 10th grade or after the teen has completed 2 years of Faith Formation. Normally this would include grades 8 and 9 with Confirmation being received in the 10th grade year. If a teenager did not attend Faith Formation in 8th grade, they should enroll in the High School Youth Group for grade years 9 and 10, receiving Confirmation in the 11th grade year. Registration forms for Confirmation are available now online or can be obtained from the Religious Education Office. .For more information on Confirmation requirements, contact Susan Baker at 770-478-0178 x110 or [email protected].

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Parents

: There are lots of ways to stay up to date on information about the Youth Group! Email me at [email protected] and get our weekly email alerts. If you use Remind, add our classes for more up to date information (High School: @spbh; Middle School: a@spbm). What: Adult Confirmation Preparation Classes When: Saturdays, October 1, 15, 22, 29 from 9:00am to 12:30 pm Where: Room 106 (HEB) Confirmation Date: Sunday, November 6 Are you an adult St Philip parishioner and have not made your Confirmation? If you are 20 years or older, receiving Eucharist regularly, and would like to be confirmed, contact Lorraine Miller at 770-478-0178 x114 or email at [email protected] to register or inquire about the process. Important: Participants must register and bring a copy of their Baptismal certificate to the first session. Also, bring a pen, notebook, highlighter, and a BIBLE.

GIVE A GIFT FOR YOUR MARRIAGE! Integrating the latest findings from modern science with the timeless teachings of the Faith and the wisdom of the saints, The Choice Wine: 7 Steps to a Superabundant Marriage places authentic marital happiness within every couple’s reach. When: Tuesday evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm which began September 6. Where: Mar y Mauldin Room (108/110) Cost: Fr ee Childcare is also available at no cost. Call Althea Fletcher 770-478-0178 X 149 to register for child care by September 1. Religious Education OfFice Is in the Hartmayer Education Bldg ~La Oicina de Educación Religiosa esta en el Ediicio de Educación Religiosa Hartmayer HOURS: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm and Sunday 10:30am-1:30pm

September 18, 2016

TwentyTwenty-Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time /Vigésimo Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

Upcoming Events Próximos Acontecimientos Want to Help with Youth Ministry? The Youth Ministry could use some more adults who are willing to learn about their own faith as they teach and guide Middle School and High School students who are learning their faith. For more information or to add your name, contact Susan Baker at 770-478-0178 x110 or [email protected].

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Fr. John Plan ahead to follow in the Footsteps of Jesus with this 10-day pilgrimage to take place next year. It’s time to plan ahead— spaces do go fast! The scheduled dates are November 6-15, 2017 (enrollment/deposit deadline January 30, 2017). Flyers with more information and daily itineraries are available in the Gathering Space or the Parish Office.

Laudato Si and Me / Laudato Si y Yo Water is essential to our everyday lives—our supplies are limited. What you can do: wash only full loads of laundry and dishes—saves up to 50 gallons per week; fix household leaks promptly—saves up to 20 gallons per day. El agua es esencial a nuestras vidas diarias — nuestras provisiones son limitadas. Lo que usted puede hacer: llenar la lavadora de ropa y la de platos al máximo--- ahorrando hasta 50 galones por semana; arregle escapes de agua en el hogar rápidamente, ahorrando hasta 20 galones por día.

St. Philip’s 16th Annual International Night Saturday, September 24th Multicultural Mass—4:00pm Celebration on the Parish Grounds—5:30-8:00pm Delicious ethnic food from 22 countries. You are welcome to dress in your favorite ethnic attire to represent your nationality. Enjoy lively music from Around the World A great evening for the entire family at no charge. Look for RSVP sheets in the Gathering Space of the Church (we want to have enough food for everyone!). For more information, contact Kathy at 770-478-0178 x150.

16ta Noche Internacional de San Felipe Benizi Sábado 24 de Septiembre Misa Multicultural—4:00pm Celebración en los Terrenos Parroquiales—5:30-8:00pm Deliciosa comida étnica de 22 países. Usted es bienvenido a vestirse con su traje étnico favorito para representar a su nacionalidad. Disfrute de música en vivo de Alrededor del Mundo Una gran noche para toda la familia sin costo alguno. Vea las hojas de reservación en el Área de Entrada de la Iglesia (¡queremos asegurarnos de tener suficiente comida para todos!). Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Kathy en 770-478-0178 x150.

The Ministry of the Word is a fundamental element of evangelization because it involves the proclamation of Jesus Christ, the eternal Word of God. “The Word of God nourished both evangelizers and those who are being evangelized so that each one may continue to grow in his or her Christian life.” (USCCB) In 1935, the Vatican asked every country to acknowledge the importance of the Church’s teaching ministry to honor those who serve the Christian Community as catechists. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has designated the third Sunday in September as Catechetical Sunday. Those whom 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 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. What does “Catechetical” mean? Many Catholics have used the word “catechism” for years and know it has to with the compendium of the Church's teachings. The toot word, “catechesis” means “to echo or to resound.” Catechesis is the act of resounding or bringing the Church’s teachings to the world—and a catechist is one who teaches in the name of the Church. Catechesis is a distinct and special ministry with a profound dignity, which is why they are formally commissioned in the Church. El Ministerio de la Palabra es un elemento fundamental de la evangelización, porque se trata de la proclamación de Jesucristo, la Palabra eterna de Dios. "La Palabra de Dios nutre evangelizadores y los evangelizan para que cada uno pueda seguir creciendo en su vida Cristiana". (USCCB) En 1935, el Vaticano le pidió a cada país que reconociera la importancia del Ministerio de enseñanza de la iglesia para honrar a los que sirven a la Comunidad Cristiana como catequistas. La Conferencia de obispos católicos de los Estados Unidos ha designado el tercer domingo de septiembre como el Domingo Catequético. Aquellos a quienes la comunidad ha designado al servicio como catequistas serán llamados a ser comisionados para su Ministerio. Domingo Catequético es una oportunidad maravillosa para reflexionar sobre el papel que desempeña cada persona, en virtud del bautismo, en la transmisión de la fe y ser testigo del Evangelio. Domingo Catequético es una oportunidad para que todos puedan dedicarse a esta misión como una comunidad de fe. ¿Qué significa "Catequético"? Muchos católicos han utilizado la palabra "Catecismo"durante años y saben que tiene que ver con el compendio de las enseñanzas de la iglesia. La raíz de la palabra, "catequesis"significa "eco o resonar". Catequesis es la acción de resonar o traer las enseñanzas de la iglesia al mundo, y el catequista es el que enseña en nombre de la iglesia. Catequesis es un Ministerio distinto y especial con una profunda dignidad, razón por la cual son formalmente reconocidos en la iglesia.