Hosanna to the Son of David Blessed is he who comes in the name

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
March 20, 2016
Hosanna to the Son of David
Blessed is he who comes in the
name of the lord
The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary
Southampton, NY
Welcome to the Basilica Parish of the
Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary
Pastoral Team:
Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor
In Residence: Rev. Msgr. William J. Gill
Jennifer Ferrantino, Director, Religious Education
Jeannine Rose, Director of Social Ministry
Maura O’Loughlin, Youth Minister
Jo Ann Morse, Director of Music
Bill Kunzer, Plant and Facilities Manager
Contact Us
Daily Mass
Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. at 12 noon
Tue. at 8:00 am
First Saturday 8:00 am
Parish Office
Suzanne Marchisella
Karen Berry
Donna Valle
Weekend Masses
Saturday: 5 PM
Sunday: 8 AM, 9:30 AM,
11 AM, 12:30 PM (in Spanish)
and 5 PM
Reconciliation
Saturday: 4 PM - 4:45 PM
Ministry to the Sick
For communion at home or Anointing
please contact the Parish Office.
Baptism
Please contact the Parish Office
to schedule an appointment with our
Deacon. Baptisms are generally
performed on Saturdays.
Parish Leadership:
Finance Committee
Fred Weinfurt (trustee)
Pat Jordan (trustee)
Jay Diesing
Charlene Kagel
John Neknez
Pastoral Council
In formation
Consolation
Sr. Barbara McKenna, RSM
Marriage
Arranged at least six months in
advance, please call the Parish Office.
Becoming A Catholic
We welcome those who would like to
become Catholic and adult Catholics
who have never received formal
religious education and/or sacraments.
Contact the Parish Office.
Adult Faith Formation
Mary Adamczyk
Parish Office
168 Hill Street Southampton, NY
P: 631-283-0097, option 0
F: 631-283-3836
W: www.shjmbasilica.org
E: parishoffice@shjmbasilica.org
Mon—Sat 9 AM - 4:00 PM
Fr. Mike Vetrano
E: pastor@shjmbasilica.org
Religious Education Office
Jennifer Ferrantino, Director
P: 631-283-0508
E: jferrantino@shjmbasilica.org
Parish Social Ministry
Jeannine Rose, Director
P: 631-283-0097 Ext. 317
E-Mail: jrose@shjmbasilica.org
Youth Ministry
Maura O’Loughlin
youthgroup@shjmbasilica.org
Apostolado Hispano
Rev. Steve Grozio
631-283-4379 Cell: 631-375-1001
Vincentian Fathers
631-283-9647
Our Lady of Hamptons School
Sister Kathy Schlueter, CSJ
160 North Main Street
Southampton, New York 11968
P: 631-283-9140
E: olh@hamptons.com
BASILICA PARISH OF SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord:: March 20, 2016
Readings: Lk 19:28-40; Is 50:4-7; Phil 2:6-11; Lk 22:14-23:56
Mission Statement: We are a Eucharistic centered people, who by following Christ’s teaching,
join together to love and serve those in spiritual and physical need in our community.
Liturgical Ministers Schedule
Holy Thursday, March 24 7:30 PM Bishop Perez
SERVERS
E.M.’S
LECTORS
Good Friday,
SERVERS
E.M.’S
LECTORS
May Family, B. Ferguson, H. Reyes
T. Cavallaro, M. Lynch, T. Westergard
M. Levine, C. Ferguson
March 25 3 PM Father Mike Vetrano
J. Hanes, W. O’Leary
G. Bauer, N. Conroy
O. Valle, M. Levine
Holy Saturday, March 26 7:30 PM Fr. Mike Vetrano
SERVERS
Terry Family, R. Anderson
E.M.’S
N. Conroy, M. Lynch, M. Thompson
LECTORS
A. Enstine, S. Krawciw, S. Wilson
Easter Sunday,
SERVERS
E.M.’S
LECTORS
March 27
8 AM Father Bill Gill
B. Ambrose, L. Martin
D. Dwyer, M. King, C & J Mottern,
M. Muller
P. Bogan, J. Taranto
9:30 AM
Father Mike Vetrano
SERVERS
E.M.’S
F. Kelly, Malone Bros., W. O’Leary
G. Arresta, M. Johnson, N. McCulley,
Sr. B. McKenna, D. Valle
LECTORS R. Kelly
GREETERS J. McCulley
SERVERS
E.M.’S
11 AM
Father Mike Vetrano
May Family
T. Alegria, G. Arresta, G. Bauer,
K. Maple, M. McDonald
LECTORS L. Arresta, E. Morgani
GREETERS C. Brown, C. Butler
NO 5 PM MASS
ALTAR MINISTRY
ALTARS: J. Ripalone
ALTAR CLOTHS: G. Bauer
HAND LINENS - March 21–April 2—L. DeRobertis
SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL
March 20—M. Lynch
March 27—TBA
HAMPTON CENTER
March 20—J. McCarthy, P. Mackey
March 27—M. Lynch, S. Raynor
Rosary - March 24—MA Guyer
Mass Intentions for the Week of March 21-27
Monday
12:00
Joan Fenton
Tuesday
8 AM
Kevin O’Halloran
Wednesday
12:00
Michael Morra
Holy Thursday 7:30 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Good Friday
3 PM
Passion of the Lord
7:30 PM Living Stations of the Cross
Holy Saturday 7:30 PM People of the Parish
Easter Sunday 8:00
Konstanty Kruk
9:30
People of the Parish
11:00
Otto von Schirach, William &
Kathryn Duggan, Margaret
Liehr
12:30
Mass in Spanish
No 5 PM Mass
Financial Realities and Stewardship
The March 13th collection was not available at time
of printing.
Memorial donations
To donate the flowers on the altar or bread and wine and/or
candles offered at Mass each week, please contact the
parish office. PLEASE NOTE—NO ALTAR FLOWERS
DURING LENT!
Pastor’s Letter
March 19/20, 2016
Days of Fire
Dear Parish Family,
Palm Sunday is a day which has captured the imagination of Catholics for millennia.
It
commemorates the triumphant entrance of Jesus into the holy city of Jerusalem only days before his
passion and death. For us it marks our entrance into the holiest week of the church year. Although these
days are undoubtedly the most important feasts of our faith, our church has never treated them as days
of obligation and consequently only a minority of Catholics attend each year. So this week I write to
you a word of encouragement to enter more deeply into this holy week, not out of mere obligation but
out of love and respect for the important mysteries we celebrate.
Holy Thursday commemorates the institution of the Eucharist. It profoundly connects the Eucharist
to simple acts of loving service. And so we remember Jesus’ washing of the disciples’ feet. It is a
powerful and moving celebration. We are most happy this year to welcome Bishop Nelson Perez as our
celebrant for this mass.
Good Friday remembers the suffering and dying of Jesus. In embracing our human condition, our
Lord knew human suffering and death. On this day we try to see meaning in the most difficult of
human experiences: our own suffering, grief, and death.
This year we continue our Living Stations of the Cross service at 7:30 on Good Friday. This
service follows the pattern of stations of the cross but the stations are acted out by young people of our
parish and there is a beautiful music program for each station. There will also be parishioners who will
share a reflection on their own journey of the cross.
The Easter Vigil Mass is rich in symbols of the Lord’s resurrection: fire, water, and the baptism and
confirmation of adults. There is no more powerful liturgy anywhere in our church year. Easter Masses
are filled with signs and symbols of newness and life.
So I extend to you an invitation. Invitations are always better than obligations. I can only tell you to
come and see, to be open and to experience. If you have never attended the liturgies of this most holy
week, then perhaps this year is your year to begin.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor
Basilica Church Construction Closures
Immediately after the last mass of Easter our Basilica Church will be closing for two
to three weeks to allow our new HVAC system to be installed. Our pews will also be
removed during that time for refinishing. New carpet will also be installed. Beginning
Monday March 28
Daily mass will be held in the Rectory Chapel Room
Thursday Adoration will also be held in the Chapel Room
Sunday Mass on the weekends of April 2/3 and 9/10 will be held in the Parish
Hall Auditorium
Angel Tea
Sacred Hearts Church - Parish Hall
Presented by the Adult Faith Formation
(moredetailstocome)
Tea, Sandwiches, Raffles, 50/50 & Fun with Sr. Pat Duffy, OP
GIRL SCOUT
SUNDAY, MARCH 6,
2016
Events at the Basilica
Sunday, May 1, 2016
2:30 PM
Reconciliation in the Season of Lent
Receiving the Sacrament of reconciliation is an excellent practice
in the season of Lent. Our parish celebrates this sacrament every
Saturday from 4:00 to 4:45PM before our Saturday evening mass.
Our pastor and priests who assist here are also available by
appointment to celebrate the sacrament. During Holy Week we
will join with all the parishes of our diocese to celebrate
reconciliation from 3 to 8 PM on Monday, March 21st. Be sure to take some time to
experience the miracle of God’s healing forgiveness.
Holy Week at SHJM
HOLY WEEK
Holy Thursday
11:00 Chrism Mass at St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre.
7:30 PM—Evening Mass of the Lords Supper
Presentation of Holy Oils, The Washing of the Feet, Eucharistic Procession and Adoration
Evening Adoration until midnight
(No afternoon adoration)
Good Friday
3:00 PM — The Passion of the Lord
Reading of the Passion, Communion, Adoration of the Cross
7:30 PM — Living Stations of the Cross
Holy Saturday
Sacrament of Reconciliation — 10 to 11 AM
Easter Vigil Mass 7:30 PM
Blessing of New Fire, Baptism and Reception of Adults,
Renewal of Baptismal Promises
Easter Sunday
6:30 AM Interfaith Service—Cooper’s Beach
8:00 AM
9:30 AM
11:00 AM
12:45 Mass in Spanish
No 5 PM on Easter Sunday
Sacred Hearts Basilica YOUTH GROUP
We welcomes all 8th Grade and High School teens!
Upcoming Events Calendar:
Wednesday, March 23rd 6:30-8:30 Parish School Gym
Summer Service Trip Opportunity: Catholic Heart Work Camp
The Youth Group will be taking a select number of teenagers on a service trip
this Summer to Hartford, CT, July 10th-16th! Check out the link and contact Maura for more information!
http://heartworkcamp.com/
A Note from Religious Education Director
Jennifer Ferrantino
As we begin this Holy Week, our Holiest of all weeks let us share
with our children and families the importance of God’s great love for
us. We encourage all to participate in the many services and special
celebrations we have this week.
All Sunday families please note CLASS SCHEDULE CHANGE we will HAVE class on Sunday
March 20th and NO class on Sunday April 3. The Sunday classes for the remainder of the year are
as follows: March 13, and 20, April 10, 17, 24. Please mark your calendars.
All Confirmation candidates are required to attend our penance service on Monday, March
21st at 7 PM.
Please join us for Living stations of the Cross on Good Friday beginning at 7:30
PM, participating students please arrive by 6:30 PM
All Confirmation Candidates please be sure all your paperwork has been
submitted to the Religious Ed office. Confirmation retreat is Saturday April 9th
beginning at 1 PM. Confirmation is Tuesday May 31, 2016
Please contact me with any questions at 631-283-0508 or
jferrantino@shjmbasilica.org
Thank you!
Religious Education
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Living Stations of the Cross
Good Friday, March 25
7:30 PM in the Church
Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Living Stations are:
The Stations of the Cross
acted and presented by the
young people of our parish.
Living Stations are:
Beautiful Music drawing us
into reflection on the cross
of Jesus
Living Stations are:
Parishioners sharing their own journeys. The crosses they have carried and
the people who have helped them along the way.
Tonight I join my sufferings to the cross of Jesus
And I look forward in faith to the resurrection!
Easter Community Sunrise Service
6:30 AM at Cooper’s Beach
March 27, 2016
Come join the churches of our community as we
welcome the resurrection of the Lord at sunrise! Coffee
and hospitality will be served at the First Presbyterian
Church following the service.
Parish Social Ministry: Living Healthy
Workshop Series
This FREE 6 week workshop series will help you . . .
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Feel better.
Increase your energy
F i n d relief from pain, fatigue
C o p e w i t h difficult emotions.
Take control of your life.
Get connected and learn from others
Program Includes: Decision making & problem-solving skills - Developing & maintaining a
safe, long- term physical activity program - Fatigue management - Dealing with anger, depression
& difficult emotions - Cognitive management of pain and stress - Communicating effectively with
family, friends & health professionals - Using prescribed medication appropriately - Healthy
eating ▪ Making informed treatment decisions - Planning for future health care
Program Results: Research shows that workshop participants have: Better communication skills
- Better coping strategies and symptom management - Increased physical activity - Reduced health
distress
Where: Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Parish Center
Dates: Tuesdays—April 19th, 26th & May 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th
Time: 10:00 AM to noon
Cost: Free but we ask that you attend for the full 6 weeks.
Registration required: Please call Jeannine Rose to register or
for additional information call 631-283-0097 Ext: 217 or email:
jrose@shjmbasilica.org
Blood Drive - Donate Blood - People can’t live without it!
Where: Southampton Fire Department, Hampton Road Fire House
When: Tuesday, March 29, 2015 12 noon—7: PM
Contact: Jim Frankenbach 283-2431
Parish Social Ministry
The Living Healthy workshop series is a peer-led health education program for anyone, young or
old, who is facing an ongoing health challenge. The purpose of the workshop is to enhance one’s
skills and ability to manage their health and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. The course
is facilitated by two trained leaders. It is provided no cost to participants and runs 6 consecutive
weeks for 2 hours each session.
Share your love of Music— Join the Choir!
Vocalists and Musicians needed for an expanded Basilica Choir. Donate
your gifts of Music each week to your Parish. When the renovations are
complete, we wish to fill the cool air with your beautiful voices. Adults
needed for Saturday (5:00 PM) and Sunday Masses (8:00, 11:00 & 5:00). Children
and young adults (2nd grade thru college) needed for Sunday 9:30. Rehearsals are
on Wednesday evenings: Youth: 5:00-6:00 PM
Adult: 6:30-8:00 PM
Contact JoAnn Morse: JoAnneMorse@MorseMorse.onmicrosoft.com
or 631-807-7907
Around the Parish
I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. Psalm 104:33
Secular Franciscans
Pray for Our Sick
meet on the Second Sunday of the
month after the 11 AM Mass in the
Parish Center. You are always
welcome to come to our meetings.
Please come, bring a friend, bring a
snack for breakfast, and we supply the
coffee.
Peg Jordan
Pat Jordan
Elaine McDonagh
John Lynch
Patrick & Eileen Connolly
Suzanne Parillo
Bobby & Caroline Parillo
Ebby Culver
Elizabeth Joyce
Roger Williams
Robert Melter
Patricia Kahl
Patsy Raynor
John Schizas
Daniel Sheerin
Bailey & George Brown
Catherine Bishop
Michelle Cropp
Ann O’Brien
Sr. Barbara McKenna
Resurrection Prayer
Group :: meets on Thursdays at
6 PM in the Parish Center. Come
share your healing gifts with us.
Prayer requests are always welcome.
Spiritual Book Group ::
Spiritual Book Group meets on
Tuesdays, at 1 PM, in the Parish
Center. All are welcome.
NO ALTAR FLOWERS
DURING LENT
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Bread, Wine and
Candles
The bread and wine for this
week were given in loving
memory of Msgr. Edmond J.
Trench and the candles were
given in loving memory of
Martha Walczak by Kathy,
Jason and Bryan Ambrose.
In Sympathy
Eleanor Finalborgo
We mourn the passing of Eleanor “Ellie” Finalborgo on March 2, 2016 at the age of 92. A
mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on March 15th by Rev. Michael A. Vetrano at the
Basilica Parish of Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. A private burial of cremains followed.
Ellie was a parishioner of Sacred Hearts for many, many years. She was one of several
people who counted the collections on Mondays at the parish. She and her late husband,
Vic, owned and ran Catena’s in Southampton, which is now run by her children. One of her
greatest joys was cooking for her family and friends and she especially loved gathering the
family around the table on Sundays. Our sympathies go out to her children and their spouses, Victor and Jane,
Vincent and Kathy, David and Kathleen Finalborgo, and Mary and Richard Manzo; seven
grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
William Culver
and friends.
RESOURCES FOR THOSE SEEKING AN ALTERNATIVE TO ABORTION:
Rockville Centre Diocese, 516-678-5800, ext.626,
www.drvc.org/respectlife
Birthright, 631-728-8900, 800-550-4900
Healing post-abortion: Rachel's Vineyard, 877-4673463, www.rachelsvineyard.org
Did you know...efforts at worldwide contraception and sterilization are often based on questionable
information regarding over-population?
In fact, one-half of countries have a birth rate below the
replacement rate of 2.1 children per couple. The Population Research Institute, founded in 1989
by Fr. Paul Marx, OSB, has a mission to expose the myth of over-population, to expose human rights
abuses committed in population control programs, and to promote, worldwide, pro-natal and profamily attitudes, laws, and policies. For more information see their website at www.pop.org
Reflections On the Gospel
March 20, 2016
PAX CHRISTI’S 34th ANNUAL GOOD FRIDAY WAY OF THE CROSS: Join with nearly 500
people in the largest public Christian peace witness in New York City. The Way of the Cross is a modern-day Stations of the Cross, witnessing for peace and justice in the streets of our city. This year’s
theme is, “Living Lives of Mercy with Care and Compassion; Looking with the Eyes of Mercy” on
those most in need. At each Station we reflect on our participation in a world still characterized by crucifixion. The walk begins at 8:30 AM on March 25th at 47th Street between First and Second Avenues,
proceeds along 42nd Street and ends on 42nd Street between Eighth and Ninth Avenues around noon.
For more information, please contact Pax Christi Metro New York at 212-420-0250 or info@nypaxchristi.org
Faith and Justice
We mourn the passing of William “Bill” Culver on March 9, 2016 at the age of 95. A
Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on March 14th by Rev. Michael A. Vetrano at the
Basilica Parish of Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary. Burial followed in Sacred Hearts
Cemetery. A Firematic Service was held at O’Connell’s Funeral Home on Saturday,
March 12th. Bill was faithful parishioner of Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary and a
volunteer fireman for many, many years. Our sympathies go out to his wife, Evelyn, his
sons, Bill and his wife, Pam, Peter and his wife, Carmel, 4 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and family
Cinema Basilica
All are invited to join us Saturday at 10:00 AM in the Chapel Room of the Parish Center to our
ongoing Cinema at the Basilica series. Bring a friend and a snack or two. The film will be
followed by a short discussion. This is the last in the series.
A wonderful to share with old friends while meeting new friends. Sponsored by Adult Faith
Formation and the Office of Social Ministry. Please feel free to contact Jeannine Rose at 2830097 ext 317 with any questions or to reserve a seat.
Saturday April 9, 2016
10:00 AM in Chapel Room of Parish Center
Social Ministry
Pope John Paul II referred to the Holy Eucharist as "the greatest treasure of the Church," and yet even many
devoted Catholics have a very limited understanding of this powerful sacrament. This
film will change all that. The viewer will come away with a completely new awareness
that the Eucharist is not just about receiving Communion; it's about transforming your
daily life.
Deeply based on the Scriptures, the writings of the Saints, and the teachings of our two
most recent Popes, this profound and remarkable film will introduce you to some of the
"hidden" truths of the Eucharist truths that have always been embraced by theologians,
saints, and mystics, but have rarely been passed on to the average person in a meaningful
way. In 7 Secrets of the Eucharist, these truths are finally made accessible to all, as
author Vinny Flynn shows how each reception of Holy Communion can be a life-changing experience.
The St. Bernard League.
Year round residents know what a beautiful time each season in the East End can be,
but for many senior citizens the cold of winter and storms brought by spring and summer can be frightening and isolating. For some Parishioners the isolation may not be
from weather related issues, but from the reality of family living and working far away.
You can help! We hope that you and your family will consider signing up to ‘adopt’ a
member of our parish community, and partner with them through each season, or when
the ‘red flags’ go up. You would be responsible to reach out to your assigned neighbor
and be a lifeline for them during the long days of winter, or the heat of the summer sunshine.
There is no deadline or cutoff period to join this Ministry. You can call the Office of Parish Social Ministry at any time to either volunteer your time or to be added to the list.
__I/we could use help in any season. Please include me in this ministry.
__I/we would like to join and help one of our parishioners.
Name______________________________________________________________________________
Address____________________________________________________________________________
Phone:____________________________email:____________________________________________
You can place the form in the collection basket/ return to the Parish Center/ or all the Office of Parish Social
Ministry. Jeannine Rose 283-0097 ext 317
Noches de confesiones en la Semana Santa
Lunes, 21 de marzo a las 7:00 PM – Bridgehampton
Martes, 22 de marzo a las 7:00 PM – Hampton Bays
Martes, 22 de marzo a las 7:00 PM – Southampton
Miércoles, 23 de marzo - 7:00 PM – East Hampton
Horario de la Semana Santa en nuestra Basílica
Domingo de Ramos - 20 de marzo – 12:30 PM
Martes, 22 de marzo - 7:00 PM - Confesiones
Jueves Santo, 24 de marzo – 7:30 PM (bilingüe)
Viernes Santo, 25 de marzo
- 10 AM - vía cruces - N.S. de Isla, Manorville
Vigilia Pascual, 26 de marzo - 7:30 PM (ingles)
Domingo de Pascua, 27 de marzo – 12:30 PM
Domingo de Ramos de la Pasión del Señor, Año C. Ilustración © T. Butler 1997. Printed from
www.Liturgy.com
http://w2.vatican.va homilía de 29-03-2015
Ayuno, Abstinencia y Actos de Penitencia para la
Cuaresma: Todas las personas que han cumplido los
catorce años y los mayores de catorce están obligados a
abstenerse de comer carne de res, de pollo, de puerco,
etc., el viernes santo. Además, todas las personas
desde los dieciocho años de edad hasta los cincuenta y
nueve años, inclusivas, están obligadas a ayunar
limitándose a una sola comida completa el viernes
santo, mientras las otras dos comidas en esos días
deben ser ligeras.
Rincón de Información
Curso Pre-Bautismal
El curso se da el último domingo de cada mes [excepto
en marzo] a la 1:30 PM en el Apostolado Hispano en
Southampton o a las 5:00 PM en la iglesia en East
Hampton. El próximo curso será el domingo, 20 de
marzo. Favor de llevar la copia del acta de nacimiento
del niño. Bautizos en Southampton serán el 3 de abril, el
1º de mayo, el 5 de junio, el 3 de julio y el 7 de agosto.
El Asesor de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas
En el Apostolado Hispano en Southampton el jueves, 14
de abril, de las 2:00 a las 5:00 PM.
Comunidad de Oración para Adultos y Familias
Los martes a las 7:30 PM en el salón parroquial. El 3r
martes de cada mes - la hora santa en la iglesia.
Divina Misericordia - Misa en la Basílica el cuarto
miércoles de cada mes a las 8:00 PM.
Preparación Pre Matrimonial – Para casarse por la
iglesia, haga una cita para una entrevista con el P. Jesús
o el P. Esteban. El curso pre-matrimonial se da por seis
domingos, de las 9 AM al mediodía comenzando el primer domingo de octubre o de feb.
Requisitos para el Bautismo de un Niño
Curso: Para bautizar a su hijo, es necesario que los
padres y padrinos asistan al curso pre-bautismal.
Padrinos: Debe escoger a los padrinos conscientes de
los requisitos. Los padrinos tienen que ser católicos
bautizados, confirmados y que han hecho su Primera
Comunión y deben poder comulgar.
El padrino
(madrina) debe ser un(a) soltero(a) o debe ser casado
por la iglesia.
Permisos: Si viven afuera de la zona servida por el
Apostolado Hispano, necesitan una carta de su párroco
dándonos permiso para bautizar su hijo.
Padre Cesar Lara: Cel. 631-332-5300
Padre Jesus Arellano: Cel. 929-257-3467
Padre Esteban: Cel. 631-375-1001; Fax: 631-287-0986
APOSTOLADO HISPANO
El Papa Francisco habla sobre la Semana Santa - En
esta semana, la Semana Santa, que nos conduce a la
Pascua, seguiremos este camino de la humillación de
Jesús. Y sólo así será «santa» también para nosotros.
Veremos el desprecio de los jefes del pueblo y sus
engaños para acabar con él. Asistiremos a la traición de
Judas, que lo venderá por treinta monedas. Veremos al
Señor apresado y tratado como un malhechor;
abandonado por sus discípulos, condenado a muerte,
azotado y ultrajado. Escucharemos cómo Pedro, la
«roca» de los discípulos, lo negará tres veces. Oiremos
los gritos de la muchedumbre pidiendo que Barrabás
quede libre y que a él lo crucifiquen. Veremos cómo
los soldados se burlarán de él, vestido con un manto
color púrpura y coronado de espinas. Y después, a lo
largo de la vía dolorosa y a los pies de la cruz,
sentiremos los insultos de la gente y de los jefes, que se
ríen de su condición de Rey e Hijo de Dios.
Esta es la vía de Dios, el camino de la humildad. Es el
camino de Jesús, no hay otro. Y no hay humildad sin
humillación.
Al recorrer hasta el final este camino, el Hijo de Dios
tomó la «condición de siervo» (Flp 2,7). En efecto, la
humildad quiere decir también servicio, significa dejar
espacio a Dios negándose a uno mismo,
«despojándose», como dice la Escritura (v. 7). Este
«despojarse» es la humillación más grande. Tomado de
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