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St. Patrick Parish News & Updates

July 3, 2025 | Issue 27

A Word from the Pastor

July 3, 2025

On this weekend on which we celebrate the great freedom we enjoy as a nation, it is a good time to reflect on the Catholic teaching on the real meaning of freedom.

Freedom, in Catholic teaching, is not simply the ability to do whatever one wants, but a power rooted in reason and will to act or not to act, to do this or that, and to perform deliberate actions on one's own responsibility (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1731). It is a gift from God that allows individuals to shape their own lives and direct themselves toward goodness.

According to Catholic teaching, freedom makes individuals responsible for their actions, especially when those actions are voluntary. True freedom is oriented towards what is truly good and ultimately towards God. It grows and matures when directed toward truth and goodness, reaching perfection when directed toward God, our beatitude (CCC).

Authentic freedom is not a license to do whatever one pleases, especially if it is evil. Freedom is linked with the knowledge of truth. As Jesus said, "You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free".

Freedom should not be construed as a pretext for moral anarchy but must remain linked to truth and the moral order. As Pope St. John Paul II said so well, authentic freedom is at the "service of justice," while choosing disobedience and evil leads to the "slavery of sin". He also told us that human freedom has been damaged by sin, and it is only by the aid of God's grace that one can bring their relationship with God into full flower.

On another occasion, Pope John Paul II said that true freedom implies the capability of choosing good without constraint, which is essential for making moral choices. He said that individuals should not be misled by false values and deceptive slogans about freedom, recognizing that true love respects God's plan.

In summary, freedom in the Catholic context is not the choice to do whatever one wants. It is a gift that entails responsibility and is perfected when aligned with truth, goodness, and ultimately, God. It is not an end but a means to pursue what is truly good, and it should not be used as a justification for actions that contradict moral order or harm oneself or others.

For us as Catholics, this what it means “to let freedom ring!”

In one Heart,

Fr. Ron

rmbagley@yahoo.com

Let Freedom Ring

This music video was performed live in 2012 by Bill & Gloria Gaither (featuring Bill Gaither, Mark Lowry, Guy Penrod and David Phelps.

Grandparents’ Day Retreat: The Gift of Your Spiritual Wisdom

Grandparents are invited to explore the graces and occasional challenges that grandparenting time brings and to celebrate their unique role in influencing the spiritual life of the family. Wednesday, July 23, 9 am -

1 pm, breakfast included, at the Diocesan Pastoral Center (3888 Paducah Drive San Diego, 92117). The retreat will end with Mass. To RSVP by July 14, or if you have questions, contact Janelle, jperegoy@sdcatholic.org, (858) 490-8292.

Alleluia

Worthy Is the Lamb

This song composed by Michael W. Smith invites us to praise the Lord God and offer worship to the Lamb of God.

All Are Welcome Mass

Everyone in our community is invited to the Second Annual Diocesan “All Are Welcome” Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church, 1638 Polk Ave. San Diego on Sunday, July 13 at 5 PM. The Mass celebrates the gift of the Church as a Mother who loves, embraces and journeys with everyone who want to be closer to Christ. As our late Pope Francis proclaimed, “Todos, Todos, Todos.” Bishop Ramon Bejarano will preside, joined by the priests of several San Diego parishes ministering to the LGBTQ community.

Annual Peter’s Pence Collection

The Peter’s Pence collection is a gesture of solidarity through which every member of the faithful can participate in the activity of the Pope as Pastor of the universal Church. Our donations to the Holy Father through the Peter’s Pence Collection are destined to Church needs, to humanitarian initiatives and social promotion projects, as well as to the support of the Holy See.

Our collection will be July 12-13. Envelopes for this purpose were included in your packet of envelopes. Additional envelopes are available at the doors of the church. Put your envelope in our one collection on that weekend or the following weekend.

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process through which people become fully initiated into the Catholic community. This includes:

Adults who have never been baptized
Adults who were baptized in another Christian religion but now want to join the Catholic Church
Adults who were baptized as Catholics but never received the Sacrament of Confirmation (OCIA is not for adolescents; adults only)

Our program meets on Sunday mornings after the 9:00 am Mass. It is held in the parish center from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Except for a few holiday weekends, it meets every Sunday. The first session will be Sunday, September 14, 2025. Regular attendance is important. Those who complete the process will receive the sacraments at the Easter Vigil (April 4, 2026).

To get enrolled, you need to make an appointment with Fr. Ron. Email him at rmbagley@yahoo.com

Parish Bookkeeper Needed for Immediate Start

Our parish is in need of a full-time bookkeeper to join our parish staff. We are looking for a person of faith with a commitment to our parish and mission. The person should have a college bachelor’s degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, communication or equivalent and we prefer at least 5 years of successful work experience managing business enterprise(s).

It is important that the person has proficiency with Cloud-based QuickBooks, Excel and church-management software. The successful applicant needs strong organizational, communication, and confidentiality skills, as well as attention to detail. A valid California drivers’ license is also necessary.

If you or someone you know is a good fit for this position, share the attached job description or call the parish office at 760-729-2866.

Job Description here...

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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 etymology of the word “Bible”?
What are the two major parts of the Bible?
What is the origin and meaning of the word “gospel”?
What name is given to the first five books of the Bible (as a group)?
Which great biblical patriarch is referred to as “our Father in Faith”?

Feel free to email Fr. Ron with ideas for future Catholic Trivia questions rmbagley@yahoo.com

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Answers to Catholic Trivia here!

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Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C

First Reading

Isaiah 66:10-14c

I will spread prosperity over Jerusalem like a river.

Responsorial Psalm

Psalm 123:1-4

Our eyes are fixed on the Lord.

Second Reading

Galatians 6:14-18

May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Gospel Reading

Luke 10:1-12,17-20

Jesus sends out 72 people to announce the coming kingdom.

Background on the Gospel Reading

Today's Gospel begins immediately after the final verse in last Sunday's Gospel. After strong language about the difficulties of discipleship, Jesus immediately appoints 72 people to go ahead of him to every town and place he plans to visit, proclaiming that the Kingdom of God is at hand. He sends them in pairs. In the Law of Moses two witnesses were needed for a testimony to be credible. It was probably also a safer way to travel.

Jesus admits it will be difficult, that he is sending them out like lambs among wolves. Yet they are to bring nothing with them, not even a money bag or sandals. They are to greet no one on the way so as not to be distracted from their mission. When they enter a house, their message is simply “peace.” The response they will receive may be positive or negative. Either way, they are to know that the Kingdom of God is at hand. They are not to demand special treatment but eat and drink whatever is given to them. They are to stay in one house and are not to look around for one that provides better accommodation. They are to heal the sick as a sign that the Kingdom of God is at hand for them. Like Jesus' miracles, healing is a sign of the coming of the kingdom. If the town will not receive them, they are to shake the dust from their feet and move on. Even in the case of such rejection they should know that the Kingdom of God is at hand.

When they return from their journeys, they are rejoicing because their mission has been successful. Demons were under their power because of Jesus' name. Jesus may have sent them out as lambs among wolves, but at the conclusion of this passage he assures them that they have been given power over the enemy and nothing will harm them, not even serpents and scorpions.

A key theme of today's Gospel and last Sunday's Gospel is discipleship—its challenges, its difficulties, and its rewards. Sharing in the mission of Jesus is difficult, but everyone is called to do it, not just some professionals trained for ministry. Even for us today, the harvest is plentiful. We should pray to the master of the harvest to send out workers for his harvest.

Ye Olde Garage Closed

for July

The Ye Olde Garage will be closed for the month of July for cleanup and renovations. We ask that you do not leave donations outside the gates during July because volunteers are not around to receive them. Please hold your donations until we reopen on Friday, August 1. Have a wonderful summer!

Amazing Grace!

6-week Summer Bible Study

with the Letter of St. Paul to the Romans

Paul carefully composed his letter to the Christians in Rome. He poured into it his deepest reflection on who Jesus Christ is and what he means for humankind.

Paul has spent many years pondering the gospel, sharing it with other people and observing its effects in their lives. As we listen to him, we will encounter much enthusiasm and hope.

In small sharing groups we will discuss Paul’s good news about Jesus and the impact of the gospel on our lives.

Meeting Times and venues:

Monday evenings, 6:45 – 8:30 pm, Parish Center

July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18

Tuesday mornings, 10:00am – 11:30am, Parish Center

July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19

Registration

Registration and books available this weekend, June 21-22 after all the Masses
In the parish office beginning June 23.
Or contact Carole King at stpatbiblestudy40@gmail.com or 760-434-5688

Cost is $15.

(Cash or check payable to St. Patrick Church)

New parishioners & those new to bible study are most welcome!

No bible study experience needed.

Please Join Us & Bring a Friend!

Sponsored by the St. Patrick Bible Study Team

Religious Education Preschool to 8th Grade

Registration Information for the 2025-2026 School Year

We are here to support parents in forming their children in the Catholic Faith and engage in our parish community where we worship and grow together in faith. We offer weekly classes for preschool through 8th grade and preparation for the sacraments for children in grades 1 through 8.

The online registration is open for all our classes from Preschool through 8th grade.

Please visit our Religious Education Preschool to 8th grade website at www.stpatrickcarlsbad.com

Contact the Office for Religious Education at 760-729-8442, or mdornisch@stpatrickcarlsbad.com with questions about faith formation or sacramental preparation.

Blessings,

Margit Dornisch,

Religious Education & Family Ministry

Un Saludo de

parte del Diacono Miguel,

“Cuando entren en una casa digan, ‘Que la paz reine en esta casa’. Y si allí hay gente amante de la paz, el deseo de paz de ustedes se cumplirá; si no, no se cumplirá. Quédense en esa casa”. (Evangelio según san Lucas 10: 1-9). En el Evangelio que leemos en este 14 Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario, miramos cómo Jesús envía a sus discípulos que vayan “todos lados” a predicar la Buenas Nuevas. Y les da instrucciones muy claras; les advierte que en el camino encontraran de todo, bueno y malo, pero que no se preocupen que Dios siempre proveerá, y su voluntad se cumplirá siempre. Jesús les dice que cuando entren en una casa, digan, “La paz este con ustedes”. Y que, si “es gente de la paz”, el deseo de los discípulos se cumplirá. Pero si la gente “no es de paz”, que no se preocupen, que se sacudan el polvo de los pies, y sigan adelante en la obra. Pregunta, ¿Somos gente de la paz para recibir la paz que Dios que nos quiere dar y poner en nuestro corazón? Somos humanos con tendencias humanas, donde nuestro orgullo o el temor a ser vulnerables nos gana, esto nos cierra porque no queremos ser lastimados. Esa es nuestra reacción natural. ¿Pero si nos cerramos, podrá entrar el Espíritu Santo y llenarnos de esa paz verdadera y transformadora, que nos hace sentir como hijas e hijos amados de Dios? Vivemos en un tiempo difícil y nos damos cuenta de que lo único que importa es mantener nuestra mirada en Jesús, poner nuestra fe, confianza y paz en Él, porque es lo único que importa. Abramos nuestro corazón, dejar que esos muros de protección que hemos construido sean bajados y reine la paz de Jesús en nosotros.

OTRA REFLEXIÓN, “QUE LA PAZ REINE EN ESTA CASA?”. Haga clic aquí.

Y AHORA VEO: UNA COSMOVISIÓN SACRAMENTAL – AGUA” Haga clic aquí:

Estudios Bíblicos en Español del Padre Ricardo Chinchilla, cjm... clic aquí

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