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AUGUST 9, 2020 19TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Abreu, Loretta Foo Sum, Sylvia Piller, Kathy
FEAST OF THE Ambata, Emily Inzano, Karen Pinaula, Joseph
ASSUMPTION Aquino, Patzy Johnson, Anne Putney, Elaine
OF THE Aranaydao, Maria Juengling, Ashley Quesada, Carmen
BLESSED Asuncion, Lino Klempert, Patricia Reyes, Bennett
Bauer, Brian Kotubetey-Adodo, Renee Romero, Teresita
VIRGIN MARY
Bediamol, Patricia Lubaton, Cornelio Salisbury, Jane
Saturday, Beck , Leiko Maea, Tanifa Sanchez, Arnold
August 15, 2020 Berry, Shan Osaki, Marie Santiago, Casamajor
8:00 a.m. MASS Bolger, Mary Oswald, Therese Schulte, Marybeth
Bolosan, Chyle Pada, Filipinas Shepard, Marvin
On August 15 each Bumanglag, Arnold Palleson, Harold Sink,Ian
year, Catholics
Cablay, Carlotta Phaneuf, Gail Spens-Blakley, Becky
celebrate a feast day
in honor of one of the Davidson, Cathy Tesoro, Robert
greatest mysteries of Dizon, Redentor Toves, Doris & Jim
the life of the “Denny” & Ofelia Untalan, June
Blessed Virgin Mary, Venencians, Justiniano
her bodily Fontanilla, Joy
Wrolstad, Ella Lynn
assumption into
Wrolstad, Julianne
heaven.
As the Catechism of the Catholic Church puts it:
The Most Blessed Virgin Mary, when the course of her HEALING PRAYERS
earthly life was completed, was taken up body and soul FOR THE SICK & DYING
into the glory of heaven, where she already shares in
& FOR YOUR INTENTIONS
the glory of her Son's Resurrection, anticipating the
resurrection of all members of His Body (974).
On November 1, in the Holy Year 1950, the day after • RIP Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.
the closing of the International Marian Congress in + Edna DiFalco—Memorial Mass: Tuesday, August 11, 2020, 7 AM
Rome, Pope Pius XII solemnly defined the dogma of the + Patricia Ross—Memorial Mass: TBD
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven:
• And Let perpetual light shine upon them...
“Mary, having completed the course of her earthly life,
was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory.”
This great event took place in St Peter’s Piazza in the
presence of 40 Cardinals, 500 bishops, thousands of L IVING T HE P ASCHAL M YSTERY
priests and more than a million of the faithful.
But why is Mary so important to warrant such a special We might wonder why Jesus commanded his disciples to
passage into heaven? The Church teaches that Mary set out by boat at dusk to meet him on the other side. It
was without sin. She accepted God's will for her life and does not sound like a very wise or prudent request, and
freely and perfectly obeyed. She served God, and
followed her son, Jesus Christ. She was present at his
especially so after the storm arose. Nevertheless, the disci-
death and resurrection. As a just reward for her good- ples follow the advice of their master. Rather than meet
ness and devotion, she was assumed into heaven them on the other side, during the darkest part of the
where she resides today in the company of God, and all night, the disciples experience Jesus walking on the water
the saints. in the midst of the wind and storm. Impetuous Peter seeks
Mary, like the saints, can hear our prayers. She has a
special connection to Jesus Christ as His mother and,
to walk on the water too, but he is unable to do so due to
therefore, we believe she can intercede for us. There is his lack of faith. In the end, the Lord calms the storm and
also substantial evidence that Mary has delivered joins the disciples in the boat.
revelations to people throughout history, and she When we experience turbulence and storms, we may be
remains active in our world today. Countless miracles reassured that the Lord is near. When we call, he answers.
are attributed to her intercession.
The Virgin Mary remains one of the most important He will join us and the storms will subside. Is it any wonder
figures in the Catholic faith, as well as for most this story has been read for centuries as an allegory for the
Christians around the world. All people are encouraged relationship between Christ and the church? The boat may
to follow her example and to emulate her devotion. protect us from the storm, but we still experience the
Prayers, such as the Hail Mary, the Memorare, and the
Hail Holy Queen are constantly recited by Christians, as
effects of the storm. It is only Jesus himself who can calm
well as the Rosary, which is a devotional prayer dedicat- the waters.
ed to Mary and her son, Jesus Christ. Copyright owned/controlled by Liturgical Press. All rights reserved.
St. Theresa Church
August 2020
Week of August 2nd:
Sunday Offerings $ 5,317.00 AUGUST 15th & 16th—SECOND COLLECTION
Online Offerings $ 2,582.00
Donations to St. Theresa
Church $ 89.41
Donations to Hale Kau Kau $ 2,583.00
Maintenance: $ 767.00
Life Teen $ 5.00
INCOME TOTAL: $11,343.41
“When our gaze is focused on Jesus, we find
the strength and resources to do things that
frighten us...”
RE-OPENED!
ST. THERESA CHURCH
GIFT SHOP
SUNDAY: 8:00 AM TO 12:00 PM In July 2020, Catholic Charities Hawaii
welcomed first tenants into Kahului Lani,
WEEKDAYS: IF YOU WOULD Maui’s affordable senior living complex,
LIKE TO PURCHASE A GIFT and blessed the ground for Phase Two.
FROM OUR SHOP,
PLEASE CALL THE CHURCH
OFFICE — 879-4844
MEDITACIÓN DEL EVANGELIO –
ALENTAR UN ENTENDIMIENTO MÁS
PROFUNDO DE LA ESCRITURA
9 de agosto de 2020
19º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Ojalá, que como Pedro deseemos pedirle al
Señor que nos mande a caminar sobre las
aguas. En las situaciones difíciles de enfer-
medad, pérdida de trabajo, falta de vivienda
y muerte de seres queridos, sepamos correr
el riesgo de buscar a Dios a ejemplo de Pe-
dro. Pero, sin dudar, sino con una confianza
firme. Nuestra vida está en manos de Dios,
dice mucha gente y hasta nosotros lo deci-
mos continuamente. En otras palabras,
aceptar la voluntad de Dios, que sea lo que
Dios quiera, Dios no nos abandona, y en fin
tantas palabras muchas veces vanas porque
a las primeras de cambio, nos hundimos y
perdemos la fe. En el fondo, como Pedro,
confiamos más en nuestras fuerzas que en
la misericordia de Dios.
Cada quien trae su propio costal y sabe lo
que contiene, sus propias tempestades y
altas olas que lo desubican y que le impiden
confiar en Jesús. Hoy, el Evangelio nos pide
confianza y la seguridad de dejarnos tomar
de la mano de Jesús. Dios, es suave confian-
za e intimidad segura. Santa Teresa de Ávila
lo asegura en la siguiente oración. “Nada te
turbe, nada te espante. Todo se pasa, Dios
no se muda. La paciencia todo lo alcanza;
quien a Dios tiene nada le falta: sólo Dios
basta”. El Señor nos dice que no tengamos
miedo, que como Pedro o cualquier discípu-
lo de su tiempo y de este tiempo, Él exten-
derá su mano y nos sujetará ante la tempes-
tad. Sólo se pide fidelidad y confianza. Haga-
mos la prueba y veremos la misericordia del
Señor. No perdamos de vista al que camina
sobre las aguas y nos pide que vayamos a su
encuentro. Él tiene el poder de hacer cosas
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Monday Nights @ 6:30 PM
Begins September 14th
$36.00 for the Study Guide
Please contact Karen Powers
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Or kpowers@rcchawaii.org
To join this Study Group for WomenST. THERESA CHURCH PARISHIONERS WHO VOLUNTEERED
TO CLEAN THE CHURCH ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Medel Aquino George Kolo Joe Mitchell
Medel Aquino, Jr. Lomano Kolo Cliff Valite
Vic Cardona Siaosi Kolo Jansen Valite
Don Cherry Clive Lobo Jing Vega
Richard Dulcich Gail Mitchell Juno Vega
Special thanks to Clive for spearheading this project!!!
HAPPY
29th
BIRTHDAY
HALE KAU KAU!!!
Hale Kau Kau is celebrating its 29th Anniversary in 2020, feeding the
homebound and hungry 365 days a year, come rain, COVID-19 or
shine. Thanks to our dedicated kitchen volunteers and drivers, HKK is
committed to our belief that no one in South Maui goes without a daily
meal. Your assistance and prayers are truly appreciated as we support
our community through these pandemic challenges.
A special mahalo to our partners at Maui Food Bank for their unswerv-
ing support and supply of the basic food we need to fulfill our mission.
If you are able, please participate in our virtual fundraising events
and/or volunteer time in our program. There’s nothing more rewarding
than providing for those in need.On Sunday, August 2, 2020, the St. Theresa Filipino Catholic Club (STFCC) was pleased to
present its 2020 Awards and Blessings to three outstanding leaders in our faith community.
MEDIATRIX “TRIXIE” GALAM
Outgoing President, St. Theresa
Filipino Catholic Club
Throughout her years as President
of the STFCC, the “Four Pillars” of
Stewardship A Way of Life—
Thanksgiving, Prayer,
Faith Formation, and Service—
have shaped Trixie’s compassion
and generosity to the STFCC and
to our local community.
She truly lives up to her name,
“Mediatrix”!
[In Catholic Mariology, the
title Mediatrix refers to the intercessory
role of the Blessed Virgin Mary as a mediator in the salvific redemption by her son, Jesus Christ, and that He bestows
graces through her. Mediatrix is an ancient title used by many saints since at least the 5th century.]
Trixie’s notable contributions to the STFCC, the MCFCC, and to our Faith community include:
2016 to 2020
St. Theresa Filipino Catholic Club (STFCC)
PRESIDENT—Two terms
Chair, Ways & Means Committee
Chair, Publicity & Catholic Press Committee
Editor, Newsletter:
Chair, Flores De Mayo Committee:
Chair, Misa De Gallo Committee:
Maui Council of Filipino Catholic Club (MCFCC)
Vice President - Two Terms:
Chair, Ways & Means Committee
Diocesan Congress of Filipino Catholic Clubs
(DCFCC)
Chair, Publicity & Catholic Press Committee
Chairperson & Editor, Newsletter
St. Theresa Church Ministries — Ongoing:
Church Environment Committee
Extraordinary Minister of the Body and Blood of Christ.
Filipino Choir, Lector, & Sacristan/LinenREINHARD JONATHAN “RJ” SALACUP
2020 Graduate of Maui High School
The son of Pedro & Mary Jane Salacup of
Kihei, RJ was born & raised on Maui. RJ’s ZOREN-VAL DIVINA ATIJERA
mother, Mary Jane, is a programmer with VIP 2020 Graduate of Maui High School
Foodservice. JR has been accepted to the
University of Hawaii Maui College and intends to The son of Lorenzo & Remedios
obtain his degree in Electrical Engineering. RJ Atijera, Zoren was born & raised on
credits his mother’s inspiration and support. “She’s Maui. Zoren’s father, Lorenzo, is a
the one who encouraged me to join robotics and valued member of the St. Theresa
who gave me the idea of becoming an engineer. I Church community who maintains our
want to pursue this career, gathering all the beautiful campus. Zoren’s mother,
knowledge and skills necessary while in UHMC, Remedios, is an auditor and hostess at
then join the U.S. Air Force and complete my col- the Grand Wailea Maui. Like his
lege degree while in the Air Force.” RJ’s strong parents, Zoren is a hard worker who is
Catholic faith is evident throughout his focused and goal oriented. Zoren has
service to our St. Theresa Church community, in- been accepted at the University of Ha-
cluding being an usher during Mass and waii Maui College and intends to
delivering food to the homebound. obtain his degree in Criminal
Justice. For such a young man, Zoren
is insightful, purposeful, and filled with
faith. According to Zoren, “Out of all
my years helping at St. Theresa
Church, I would say that every time
was the best time. Our parish always
makes me smile because my church is
all about giving and brightening peo-
ple’s day. It is a blessing and a jour-
ney to be able to help people and to
show them the path of God.”
The STFCC was delighted to present these outstanding youth
with financial assistance to pursue their career goals at the
University of Hawaii Maui College.In the year 1300, the church in Rome celebrated one of the
Stewardship spirituality first “holy year” feasts that would come to mark each
invites us to centenary, then each twenty-five years, and occasionally each
year ending in 33 (the traditional age of Jesus) or even 83 (the
surrender control of our
traditional age of Jesus, plus 50!), as in 1833, 1933, 1983. In
lives to God in grateful
1300, pilgrims descended on Rome for this holy year, as they
recognition of the simple would for centuries thereafter. As part of the commemora-
fact that all we have is a tion, two years prior the mosaicist Giotto di Bondone was
gift from Him. Today’s commissioned to create the navicella (the little boat) that
readings illustrate what depicts the scene we read in the gospel today for St. Peter’s
amazing things can Basilica. Centuries after di Bondone, during the time that St.
happen when we fully Peter’s Basilica was completely renovated, the navicella was
invite God to take charge nearly destroyed. It was ultimately restored and moved to the
of our lives by embracing portico of the renovated Basilica where it can still be seen
today. Often visitors and pilgrims walk right under it without
the stewardship way of
knowing it’s there! When one stands under the portico,
life.
looking out to the piazza, the mosaic is directly overhead, on
When we take our eyes off God, we fail to see that all we the inside panel of the exterior wall of the façade, facing the
have is a gift from Him. We lose trust in the Lord and we basilica.
do not make our lives a grateful response to Him. The episode in the gospel (Jesus walking on the water)
Peter makes this mistake in our Gospel passage from appears in two other gospel accounts, but Matthew has a
Matthew. Jesus sends the disciples in a boat ahead of Him unique version of the story. It is only Matthew who has Peter
to the other side of the shore. Later that evening, Jesus on the water with Jesus, then sinking due to a lack of faith. Of
casually strolls up to the boat, walking on the sea. He course, Jesus rescues him and that is the moment depicted in
invites Peter to join Him. As Peter begins to walk on the di Bondone’s mosaic at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.
It doesn’t take much imagination to see in this story that the
water, he momentarily takes his eyes off Jesus to notice
boat represents the church (Matthew is the only gospel to use
the strong wind surrounding them. With that, he sinks.
the term “church”) and that Peter, as leader of the twelve
But what if Peter had not taken his eyes off Christ? What himself, is reliant upon Jesus. In fact, the entire boat is buffet-
a grand adventure he could have experienced walking on ed by the storm, but does not sink. When Jesus comes aboard,
the sea with Jesus! When we take our eyes off Christ, the the storm subsides and the waters are calm.
many blessings He has given us, and the loving way He We are told this happened during the fourth watch of the
treats us, we sink, too. night (between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m.). Modern folks might
When we embrace the wonder what the twelve were doing on the water at that time
stewardship way of life of night, especially during a storm! The answer is that Jesus
— letting go of a tight had commanded them to meet him at the other side. The Sea
of Galilee is about thirteen miles long by eight miles wide. So
hold over our money,
even to traverse the shorter distance could have been
time and talents — our
treacherous, especially at night.
lives become a grand As for those of us in the boat today, we can expect
adventure, rooted firmly turbulence much like the disciples themselves experienced.
and gratefully in the God Though Peter was willing to step outside the boat, his faith
Who always cares for us. was little, not enough for him to stand on his own. His
immediate cry for help was heard and he was saved. We may
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take comfort in knowing that those in the ship will be safe
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even if the journey is bumpy. And the Lord is there to save us
when we cry out.
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