When St. John Eudes was canonized in 1925, Pope Pius XI declared him to be “the father, apostle and doctor of liturgical devotion to the Hearts of Jesus and Mary.” Not only did St. John Eudes have great devotion to Mary, but in a particular way he focused on the Heart of Mary. And as Pope Pius noted, his distinctive feature was liturgical devotion.
St. John Eudes established a Feast of the Heart of Mary that was first celebrated on February 8, 1648, in the cathedral church of Autun (France). Because he believed that when one comes to the Heart of Mary, we will always find Jesus, only later did he also establish a Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It was celebrated for the first time on October 20, 1672. This was prior to the more widespread devotion promoted by St. Margaret Mary.
The Eudist Fathers have continued to celebrate these liturgical feasts through the centuries. We are pleased to share with our parish the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on this Tuesday, February 8. For our parish Masses at 7:00 am (which is livestreamed and recorded on YouTube) and 8:00 am, we will use the Mass texts composed by St. John Eudes in the 17th century. The readings will be Isaiah 61:10 – 62:4; Ephesians 3:16-19; and Luke 12: 15-19.
The Opening Prayer that St. John Eudes composed for the Mass expresses well the spiritual message he saw in the Heart of Mary:
O God, you willed that your only-begotten Son should live and reign in the Heart of the Virgin Mother.
Grant us, we pray, that, following the example of Jesus and Mary, we may constantly accomplish your will in all things, and so merit to have but one heart with them and among ourselves.
If you are available, join us for one of the morning Masses in the church or pray along with the online Mass for this feast.
Pope Francis has given the next Synod of Bishops an interesting and exciting twist. Instead of just bringing the Bishops of the world together to talk, he has proposed “a bottom up” approach. He has asked every parish in the world to hold listening sessions about the present and future of the Church. The reports from each parish will be collated at the diocesan level. Then our Diocese will send a report to the Vatican in which the input from the parishioners is summarized. The reports from the various dioceses become the basis for the discussion by the Synod of Bishops in 2023.
Our parish listening sessions will be held in March. Not only will the input from those sessions be submitted to the Diocese, which in turn submits it to the Vatican. Our parish will use what we have learned from listening to plan and organize our life as a parish. Likewise, the Diocese of San Diego will take the input from its parishes and discern how to move forward in becoming a Church which listens and responds.
Next week we will list the dates and times for the listening sessions. We will also indicate how to register for one of them. We are eager to have good participation from our parishioners.
Please pray for the success of this endeavor.
Fr Rutilio Grande
In 1977, Rutilio Grande, S.J., a Salvadoran Jesuit priest, was assassinated by a government-sanctioned death squad while on his way to celebrate Mass. And yet, Fr. Grande, who was killed three years prior to the murder of Archbishop Óscar Romero, is a largely unknown figure to those outside El Salvador. In this episode of Behind the Story, (by the Jesuit America Media) we examine Fr. Grande's life and learn how his legacy has affected Salvadorans and Catholics around the world in advance of his beatification on January 22, 2022. The video was recorded prior to the beatification and is about 46 minutes long. The brief article is about lessons we can learn from Fr. Rutilio.
11:00 am Mass (English) will be outside at the school
1:00 pm Mass (Spanish) will be in the church
Misas del 6 de febrero
La Misa de las 11:00 am (inglés) en el patio de la escuela
La Misa de la 1:00 pm (español) en la iglesia.
Whispering Winds Gala Honors Don Kojis
Whispering Winds Catholic Camp is celebrating its 40th Annual Gala in person on February 26, 2022 at the Marriott Marquis! At this special event we are honored to celebrate the legacy of our late co-founder Don Kojis, a 12-year NBA All-Star and Catholic champion of our faith. Along with a delicious meal, the evening will include amazing live and silent auction items and an inspiring program. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, email katieg@whisperingwinds.org. To register, visit our website - WhisperingWinds.org - or call our office at 619-464-1479. This event helps ensure Whispering Winds will continue to provide hope, encouragement and healing to our community. Sign up for the Gala today!
Showers of Blessings
Beautiful handmade quilts (lap size) are being sold after Mass on February 12 & 13. Sales benefits two important programs: Showers of Blessings, which provides showers, haircuts, and clothing for the homeless in our community, and Feeding All God’s Children, which provides meals for those in need. The cost is $30 per quilt. Cash and checks accepted.
Give Away the Grace You’ve Been Given –
A sermon by Bishop Robert Barron
Jesus tells us his messiahship is one of service, not self-interest. As sinners, we have a tendency to understand our religious lives in a self-interested way. Bishop Robert Barron reminds us that the grace God gives us is meant to be given away.
How Can We Help With Anxiety and Depression In Our Youth?
Are you over 18 years of age and struggling with the challenge of caring for a loved one with a mental health condition? If so, register now for the free National Alliance Mental Illness (NAMI) 4 week/twice a week Family-to-Family 8-session educational program. This evidenced-based program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition. NAMI Family-to-Family is taught by NAMI-trained family members who have been there, and includes presentations, discussions and interactive exercises.
Register now for the class beginning March 8th which meets consecutive Tuesdays/Thursdays through March 31st via zoom from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm. Space is limited! To register email f2f@namisd.orgsubject line: March 8th Family2Family class registration. (This will put you in the cue for a call back to confirm your participation.) Note classes fill quickly so register soon.
NAMI Family-to-Family not only provides information and strategies for taking care of the person you love, but you'll also find comfort in that you're not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope. The group setting provides mutual support and shared positive impact—experience compassion and reinforcement from people who understand your situation.
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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.
What is the given name of Pope Francis?
At what age do cardinals lose their right to vote in a conclave to elect a new pope?
How many cardinals are eligible (as of this date) to vote in a conclave to elect the next pope?
Which continent currently has the greatest number of cardinal electors?
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Paul reminds the Corinthians of the gospel that he announced to them.
Gospel Reading
Luke 5:1-11
The fishermen (Simon, James, and John) leave their fishing boats and follow Jesus.
Background on the Gospel Reading
Last Sunday, we heard how Jesus was rejected in his hometown of Nazareth. In the verses that follow, Jesus travels to the town of Capernaum and begins his ministry of teaching and healing. While in Capernaum, Jesus cures a man possessed with a demon and heals Simon's mother-in-law. After spending some time there, Jesus prepares to preach in other places. The fact that Jesus had previously been in Simon's home and healed his mother-in-law suggests that this encounter is not the first between Jesus and Simon Peter. We can read today's Gospel, therefore, as a description of the developing relationship between Jesus and Simon Peter.
In today's Gospel, Jesus teaches from Simon's boat. Jesus turns to Simon and instructs him about where to lower the fishing nets. Simon and others have been fishing throughout the night and have not caught anything. Simon protests, claiming that such an effort would be futile. Simon ultimately obeys Jesus and lowers his nets into the deeper water as directed. Notice here that Peter calls Jesus by the title “master.” He already recognizes Jesus as a person of authority. They catch so many fish that the nets begin to tear; Jesus' presence has created abundance out of scarcity, just as it did at the wedding feast at Cana, which we heard at Mass just a few weeks ago.
Simon Peter becomes a follower of Jesus immediately. He calls Jesus “Lord”—the title given to Jesus after his Resurrection—and protests his worthiness to be in Jesus' presence. Today's Gospel, therefore, marks a turning point in the relationship between Jesus and Peter.
Two of Simon's partners are also named as witnesses to the event described in today's Gospel: Zebedee's sons, James and John. Yet Jesus' words are addressed only to Simon. Jesus gives Simon a new job, telling him that he will become a different kind of fisherman. No longer will he catch fish; instead he will catch people. In these words, we hear the beginning of the leadership role that Peter will have within the community of disciples. Peter was chosen for this role. His task will be to bring others to Jesus. Already he is doing so; the Gospel tells us that all the fishermen with Peter also left their nets and followed Jesus.
We continue to speak of Peter's leadership and influence in the Church today when we call the pope the “successor of Peter.” We participate in the mission of the Church when we bring people to Christ through the example and positive influence of our lives.
The King’s Singers sing a fresh and stunning rendition of the much-loved 16th century British folk song “Greensleeves.”
Flower Sale
Our parish council of the Knights of Columbus will be holding a Flower Sales on the church patio next weekend, February 12-13. Flowers will be available after all Masses (or until they run out of flowers). Proceeds from the flower sales will go to Birth Choice of San Marcos.
Ye Olde Garage Thrift Store
The Ye Olde Garage Thrift Store will have its monthly Second Sunday Sale on February 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Stop by and browse to see all that we offer. If you would be interested in volunteering for this Ye Olde Garage ministry, please contact the office and leave us your name.
Can You Donate a Van?
Our parish van has reached a point at which it is costing a lot of money for repairs. We use it to transport many things around the parish. It is not used for passenger transportation. We think it is time to look for another used van to replace it. Do you know of a utility van that is looking for a new home? Would you or someone you know like to donate a used van to the parish? We would provide you with a letter that could be used to declare a charitable donation on your tax return. Please call Jim Nye or Maria Gonzalez at the parish office if you can help.
Blood Is Urgently Needed
Our Knights of Columbus are hosting a Blood Drive on Sunday, February 20 in the Parish Center. It runs from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Giving blood is giving the gift of life. Blood donation is simple and safe. There is no substitute for blood and no substitute for your generosity.
Please read all COVID-19 blood donation restrictions related to travel outside the U.S., symptoms, exposure and vaccinationshere.
Jesús le dijo a Simón, “No temas, desde ahora serás pescador de hombres.” Estas palabras de Jesús para Simón son después del incidente en que Simón y otros pescadores habían trabajado toda la noche sin pescar nada. Jesús le dice a Simón, “Lleva la barca mar adentro y echen sus redes a pescar”. Simón no entiende por qué tiene que hacerlo, él piensa, “tengo toda la noche aquí y ni siguiera un pescado tengo”. Pero Simón obedece a Jesús y es allí cuando la suerte de Simón cambia, nos dice el texto, “que cogieron tantos pescados que hasta las redes se rompían”. Simón reacciona y corre a los pies de Jesús, “Apártate de mí Señor, que soy pecador”. Y la reacción de Jesús no es castigarloo regañarlo, sino lo reafirma y le dice que “ahora serás pescador de hombres”. Nosotros podemos identificarnos con Simón. También nosotros podemos ser “necios y tercos” en querer hacer todo “a mi manera” porque pensamos, “siempre lo hemos hecho así, y no hay necesidad de cambiar nada”. Pero este fin de semana somos retados a “hacerlo cómo Dios no lo esta pidiendo”. Pero para esto tenemos que estar atentos, estar en comunicación con Jesús, estar consientes de que Dios nos ha dado dones y talentos para construir su Reino aquí en la tierra. Un Reino de paz y de amor, como nos decía San Pablo en su carta a los corintios. Y esta invitación es para todos, especialmente para los pecadores. Y ¿Quiénes son los pecadores?¡Tú y yo! Pero aun con nuestros pecados y defectos, Jesús nos confía y nos dice “Lleva la barca mar adentro y echen sus redes a pescar”. No tener miedo, y respondamos cómo lo hizo Simón.
Por favor escuchen a los enlaces proveídos, espero que les ayude en su meditación.
The Pavane in F-sharp minor, Op. 50, is a short work by the French composer Gabriel Fauré written in 1887. It was originally a piano piece, but is better known in Fauré's version for orchestra and optional chorus. It was first performed in Paris in 1888, becoming one of the composer's most popular works.
In this version, “ThatCelloGuy” plays an arrangement for 12 cellos – but he plays all 12 parts!
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