This weekend we are holding the last three Listening Sessions as a part of the worldwide synod called by Pope Francis. Last weekend we had five listening sessions. I am very pleased with the number of parishioners who responded to the invitation to take part in this process. I will eventually receive a summary of the notes taken in each small group. I am very interested to hear about the joys and the dreams, the concerns and the hopes of those who were willing to share. Not only will these notes be passed along to the Diocese and eventually Pope Francis and the Synod of Bishops, but we will discuss them and discern how to proceed as a parish.
So many people have told me what a wonderful experience it was for them. Some commented on the atmosphere which was conducive to listening. Others were happy to hear that their hopes and dreams were similar to others. It was truly an experience of the members of the Church listening to one another, for we truly are the Church. As we say so often, the Church is not just an institution or organization. It is the Body of the Christ, a Community of Disciples. These listening sessions have made a significant contribution to help us become a Church that truly listens. It was a beginning. And we need to continue listening to one another.
I want to express my gratitude to all those who worked very hard to make this all happen. My thanks to Carl Streicher, our Parish Synod Coordinator. I am also very grateful to Margit Dornisch, Jocelyn Tejeda, Jose Jimenez and many members of our parish staff who helped in so many ways. Special thanks to all the facilitators and notetakers of the small groups. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Some people have asked why the priests did not participate in the listening groups. First of all, we wanted people to feel free to express themselves. In addition, we did not want to be the focus in any group. But all of the priests will have their opportunity to experience the process. On Tuesday March 22, all of the diocesan priests will gather with the bishops and participate in listening groups with one another. Likewise, on Wednesday March 23, all of the religious priests will gather for the same experience. I and the other Eudists will be with the other religious priests for a similar experience in small groups.
If you did not have the opportunity to share in this beautiful experience, you may still be able to join a group on Sunday morning (English) or afternoon (Spanish). Check the website for the exact time and location. You can also click the button below to sign up.
I believe that in listening to one another, the Holy Spirit is trying to speak through us. I hope that we can continue to be open to the promptings of the Spirit in our life as a parish. Let us carefully listen and discern together where the Spirit may be leading us.
Once again, the 11:00 am Mass on Sunday will be outdoors on the school grounds.
This week -A Mini Lenten Retreat
Our parish will hold a mini-Lenten retreat on March 21-23 (Monday-Wednesday) in our parish church beginning at 7:00 pm. Each session will be approximately one hour.
**Previously scheduled morning sessions have been cancelled.**
On Monday March 21, the theme is Living the Mission. Fr. Ron will speak about how Baptism and the other sacraments call us to share in the mission of the Lord. Three parishioners will give brief witness talks about how they try to live the mission of Jesus in their family, workplace and the world.
On Tuesday, March 22, we will have a time of prayer called Taizé Prayer around the Cross. The cross will be our focus as we listen to readings from Scripture, meditate in silence and chant songs in the style of the ecumenical monastic community of Taizé in France.
On Wednesday, March 23, we will have our annual parish Lenten Penance Service. After a brief prayer service and examination of conscience, many priests will be on hand to hear individual confessions and give absolution.
Try to come to all three evenings or one or two if you can make it.
Confessions at St. Patrick’s
Throughout the season of Lent, confessions are heard at our parish every Wednesday immediately after the 8:00 amMass and immediately after the 5:30 pmMass.
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Confesiones en San Patricio
Durante la temporada de Cuaresma, las confesiones se escuchan en nuestra parroquia todos los miércoles inmediatamente después de la Misa de las 8:30 a. m. e inmediatamente después de la Misa de las 5:30 p. m.
Stations of the Cross and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
During Lent communal praying of the Stations of the Cross will be held every Friday at 3:00 pm and again at 6:30 pm in the church. The church is open during the day for private praying of the Stations. Our outdoor stations of the cross are also available any time.
Every Tuesday, there will be an Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 2:00-5:00 pm. (During Lent, adoration will end at 5:00 pm due to a Mass at 5:30 pm.)
On Thursday, March 10, an ecumenical and interreligious prayer for peace in Ukraine was held in the cathedral of the Latin archdiocese of Lviv, presided by Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, who came to Ukraine from the Vatican to bear witness to the Pope's solidarity with the Ukrainian people. View this video clip.
Manifesto
“Manifesto” performed by The City Harmonic - From the 2013 JUNO-Award Winning Album "I Have A Dream (It Feels Like Home)"
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Catholic Trivia
"Catholic Trivia”... not because they are trivial but because these might be things that not everyone knows. Test your knowledge by reading the five questions, remember your answers (or jot them down), then click the link below to find the answers.
In what language was the Old Testament written?
What was The Golden Calf?
Who were Miriam’s brothers?
How many sons did Jacob have?
What did Jacob give Joseph that sparked jealousy from his siblings?
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God speaks to Moses from the burning bush and sends him to the Israelites.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 103:1-4,6-7,8,11
A prayer in praise of God's mercy
Second Reading
1 Corinthians 10:1-6,10-12
Paul teaches that the Scriptures were written to set an example for us.
Gospel Reading
Luke 13:1-9
Jesus preaches a lesson on repentance.
Background on the Gospel Reading
Now into the third week of the Season of Lent, our Sunday Gospel prepares us to hear Lent's call to conversion and repentance. Today's reading is found in the chapters of Luke's Gospel that describe Jesus' journey to Jerusalem. During this journey, Jesus teaches and heals. He must also respond to those who question and challenge his authority and actions. There is no parallel in Mark's or Matthew's Gospels for today's reading from Luke. While Mark and Matthew describe an incident in which Jesus curses the fig tree, today's reading makes the barren fig tree the subject of a parable.
Luke tells us that some among the crowds report to Jesus a massacre of Galileans by Pilate. The intention of the crowd seems to be to ask Jesus to explain why these people suffered. It was commonplace to render people's suffering as evidence of their sinfulness. Jesus challenges this interpretation. Those who were massacred were no more or less sinful than the ones who report the situation to Jesus. Jesus replies that even a fatal accident, a natural disaster, ought not to be interpreted as punishment for sin.
Jesus' words at first appear to have a fire-and-brimstone quality. Jesus says in essence, “Repent or perish as these people did; all are sinful before God and deserving of God's punishment.” The tone changes, however, in the parable that follows. The parable of the barren fig tree contrasts the patience and hopefulness of the gardener with the practicality of the property owner. When told to cut down the fig tree because it is not producing fruit, the gardener counsels patience. If properly tended, the barren fig tree may yet bear fruit.
Throughout his journey to Jerusalem, Jesus has been teaching about the Kingdom of God. In this parable, we find an image of God's patience and hopefulness as he prepares his Kingdom. God calls us to repent, and it is within his power to punish us for our failure to turn from our sinfulness. And yet God is merciful. He delays punishment and tends to us so that we may yet bear the fruit he desires from us.
This, then, is our reason for hope: Not only does God refuse to abandon us, he chooses to attend to us even when we show no evidence of his efforts. Next week's Gospel will give an even clearer picture of the kind of mercy that God shows to us.
Our responsorial psalm this weekend is Psalm 103. Here is a beautiful melody composed by Marty Haugen and performed by David Komel.
ANNUAL LENTEN COLLECTION
Next weekend has been designated for the 2022 Annual Lenten Collection. In your packet of envelopes, you received a special envelope for this collection, which supports the works of Catholic Relief Services, the Church in Africa and the Church in Latin America. Please place your envelope in our one collection next week.
COLECTA ANUAL DE CUARESMA
El próximo fin de semana ha sido designado para la “Colecta Anual de Cuaresma de 2022.” Habrá sobres especiales para esta colecta que apoya el trabajo de Catholic Relief Services y ayuda a la Iglesia en África, y ayuda a la Iglesia en América Latina. Por favor prepárese para responder generosamente a esta colecta.
Solemnity of Saint Joseph on March 19
Enjoy this video which explains the origin and meaning of the solemnity of St. Joseph as it is celebrated on March 19.
Food Drive During Lent
The Saint Patrick Parish Knights of Columbus Council 15076 will be hosting their annual Lenten food drive to benefit the San Diego Food Bank North County Branch! The food drive will begin on March 5th & 6th and continue through the weekend of April 2nd & 3rd. There will be Knights there before and after each Mass to collect donations. We are also hoping for help from the Boy Scouts! Non-perishable food items (except for glass containers) will be accepted. Or we will accept cash and/or checks made out to the San Diego Food Bank.
This food drive exemplifies giving to others in need as a way for us to show our gratefulness for our blessings that God has provided us! Just like last year, the donation station will be located at the back door of the Parish Hall. Stop by and donate from your car.
St Thomas More Society
The St. Thomas More Society is an association of Catholic attorneys, judges, paralegals, public servants, and others who work closely with the legal profession and the courts. Catholic attorneys and legal professionals in the Society meet regularly for worship and fellowship. If you are a Catholic legal professional, or if you know a Catholic legal professional, please access the website at stthomasmoresociety-sd.org or contact attorney Bud Klueck at 619-448-6500
Un Saludo de parte del Diacono Miguel,
El dueño de la higuera va en busca de higos y a no encontrar, le dice al viñador, “Córtala. ¿Para que ocupa la tierra inútilmente?” El viñador le contesto, “Señor, déjala todavía este año; voy a aflojar la tierra alrededor y a echarle abono, para ver si da fruto. Si no, el año que viene la cortaré”. Hoy celebramos el Tercer Domingo de Cuaresma y se lee este texto de San Lucas (13:1-9) en la cual Jesús nos da esta parábola del “la higuera que no da fruto.” El dueño de la higuera una vez que se da cuenta de que la higuera no está dando fruto ordena que sea cortada. Pero el viñador le suplica que no la corte, que él se encargará de hacer lo que tiene que hacer para ayudarle a dar fruto. Dice, “moveré la tierra y le echaré abono, para ver si da fruto”.¿Quién es viñador?Es Jesús.¿Quién es la higuera que no da fruto?Somos nosotros. En el tiempo de Cuaresma, la Iglesia siempre nos habla de la necesidad de la conversión, de la necesidad de mirarnos hacia dentro y ver esas cosas o ideas que nos esclavizan y no nos dejan mirar la gracia divina que Dios nos ofrece para que demos fruto. Cuidado de no caer en el error de mirar los errores de otros y pensar, “Mis errores no son como los de ellos. Yo estoy bien.” Pero eso no es lo que Dios quiere de nosotros. Dios insiste que nos miremos nuestra vida, nuestras acciones y respuestas, y permitamos que Él mueva la tierra en nuestra vida y que le hecho abono, gracia divina, para que demos fruto de amor y paz a los que nos rodean.
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