St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church

Friday, February 5, 2021~Reflection of the day: Perplexed by the Truth Ideally, when the Gospel is preached and received by another, the effect is that the receiver is filled with joy, consolation and a desire to change. The Gospel is transforming for those who truly listen and respond with generosity. But what about those who do not respond with generosity? What effect does the Gospel have upon them? Our Gospel today gives us that answer.... The line above comes from the story of the beheading of Saint John the Baptist. The bad actors in this story are Herod, Herod’s illegitimate wife Herodias, and Herodias’ daughter (traditionally named Salome). John had been imprisoned by Herod because John told Herod, It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife. But what’s most interesting about this story is that, even in prison, Herod would listen to John preach. But instead of leading Herod to conversion, he was left perplexed by what John preached. Being perplexed was not the only reaction to John’s preaching. Herodias’ reaction was one of hatred. She appeared to be stung to the heart by John’s condemnation of her marriage to Herod, and it was she who then orchestrated John’s beheading. This Gospel, then, teaches us of two other common reactions to the Truth of the holy Gospel when it is preached. One is hatred and another is confusion (being perplexed). Obviously, hatred is far worse than simply being perplexed. But neither is the right reaction to the words of Truth. What is your reaction to the full Gospel when it is preached? Are there aspects of the Gospel that leave you uneasy? Are there teachings of our Lord that confuse you or lead you to anger? First look within your own heart to determine if you struggle with having a similar reaction as did Herod and Herodias. And then consider how the world reacts to the Truth of the Gospel. We should not be surprised at all that we find many Herods and Herodiases alive today. Reflect, today, upon any ways that you see the Gospel being rejected on one level or another. If you sense this within your own heart, then repent with all your might. If you see it elsewhere, do not allow the hostility to shake you or concern you. Keep your mind and heart upon the Truth and remain steadfast no matter the reaction you encounter. My Lord of all Truth, Your Word and Your Word alone brings grace and salvation. Please give me the grace I need to always listen to Your Word and to respond generously with all my heart. May I repent when I am convicted by Your Word and may I wholeheartedly return to You. Give me courage when others reject Your Truth and wisdom to know how to share that Word with love. Jesus, I trust in You. -catholic daily reflections

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Soy un planificador. Me gusta estar lo más preparado posible, por eso me parece impensable enviar a los apóstoles sin comida, dinero, bolsa o cambio de ropa. Espero no estar solo en esto. Debe haber una razón para esto. Se pidió a los apóstoles que dependieran de la generosidad y la hospitalidad de aquellos con quienes se encontraran. Puede venir a la mente una multitud de "qué pasaría si ...", pero ese es exactamente el punto. No podemos planificar todas las eventualidades d...e la vida. Podemos querer tener el control, incluso podemos esperar tener el control, pero Jesús desea que sus apóstoles (y nosotros) nos demos cuenta de que, en última instancia, Dios es el único que tiene el control. El recurso más grande a nuestra disposición, entonces, es nuestra confianza en Dios. Vale la pena aprender este mensaje y esta lección. Hay algunas cosas en la vida, más de las que deseamos admitir, que están fuera de nuestro control. Darnos cuenta de que no tenemos el control o que no somos autosuficientes nos permite entregarnos a Dios más plenamente, y estar abiertos al plan que Jesús tiene para nosotros. Esto no significa que debamos olvidarnos del dinero, la ropa extra y la preparación de comida. En pocas palabras, afloje el control un poco y permita que sus planes se cambien, o incluso se olviden, por el bien del Reino de Dios. 4 de febrero~Jueves de la IV semana del Tiempo ordinario Reflexion del dia: Oración de San Pío de Confianza: Oh Señor, te pedimos una confianza ilimitada en tu divina misericordia y el valor para aceptar las cruces y los sufrimientos que traen inmensa bondad a nuestras almas y a la de tu Iglesia. Ayúdanos a amarte con un corazón puro y contrito, y a humillarnos bajo tu cruz, mientras subimos al monte de la santidad, cargando nuestra cruz que conduce a la gloria celestial. Que podamos recibirte con gran fe y amor en la Sagrada Comunión, y permitirte actuar en nosotros, como Tú desees, para Tu mayor gloria. Oh Jesús, Corazón adorable y fuente eterna del Amor Divino, que nuestra oración encuentre gracia ante la Divina Majestad de Tu Padre Celestial. Amén. -Andres Rivera, Semenarista de SMTOC

February 4, 2021~Thursday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time Reflection of the day: I am a planner. I like to make sure I am prepared as much as possible, so the sending of the apostles without food, money, bag or a change of clothes seems unthinkable to me. I hope I am not alone in this. There must be a reason for this. The apostles were asked to depend on the generosity and hospitality of those they would encounter. A multitude of what if’s can come to mind, but that is ...exactly the point. We cannot plan for every eventuality in life. We may want to be in control, may even expect to be in control, but Jesus wishes his apostles (and us) to realize that God is ultimately the only one in control. The greatest resource at our disposal, then, is our trust in God. This message and lesson is worth learning. There are some things in life, more than we may wish to admit, that are beyond our control. Realizing that we are not in control or self-sufficient allows us to surrender to God more fully, to be open to the plan Jesus has for us. This does not mean we are to forget about money, extra clothes, and shopping for groceries. Simply put, loosen your grip on the controls, allow for your plans to be changed, or even forgotten, for the sake of the Kingdom of God. Prayer of Trust and Confidence by St. Padre Pio: O Lord, we ask for a boundless confidence and trust in Your divine mercy, and the courage to accept the crosses and sufferings which bring immense goodness to our souls and that of Your Church. Help us to love You with a pure and contrite heart, and to humble ourselves beneath Your cross, as we climb the mountain of holiness, carrying our cross that leads to heavenly glory. May we receive You with great faith and love in Holy Communion, and allow You to act in us, as You desire, for Your greater glory. O Jesus, most adorable heart and eternal fountain of Divine Love, may our prayer find favor before the Divine Majesty of Your Heavenly Father. Amen. -Andres Rivera, SMTOC Intern Seminarian

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October 28, 2020 Daily Mass~Feast of Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles Reading 1 EPH 2:19-22 Responsorial Psalm PS 19:2-3, 4-5... R. Their message goes out through all the earth. Gospel Acclamatiion R. Alleluia, alleluia. We praise you, O God, we acclaim you as Lord; the glorious company of Apostles praise you. R. Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel LK 6:12-16 Please consider signing up for any of our on-line givig programs. You can make a one-time donation or create a recurring donation at : https://www.btocchurch.org/on-line-giving *Permission to podcast/stream the music in our services obtained from One License with license # A-607109 and CCLI license #1110773

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"Jesus knows what we need before we ask Him. Our duty is to always remain faithful to Him and know that in our fidelity He will give us what we need even before we ask. A second message comes from the fact that this woman stood up straight once she was healed. This is a symbolic image of what grace does to us. When God enters our life, we are able to stand up straight, so to speak. We are able to walk with a new confidence and dignity. We discover who we are and live f...reely in His grace. Reflect, today, upon these two facts. God knows every need you have and will answer those needs when it is best for you. Also, when He bestows His grace on you, it will enable you to live in full confidence as His son or daughter. Lord, I surrender myself to You and trust in Your abundant mercy. I trust that You will enable me to walk in Your ways every day of my life with full confidence. Jesus, I trust in You."- catholic daily reflections

Oct 26, 2020~Monday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time Reading 1 EPH 4:325:8 Responsorial Psalm PS 1:1-2, 3, 4 AND 6... R. (see Eph. 5:1) Behave like God as his very dear children Gospel Acclamation JN 17:17B, 17A R. Alleluia, alleluia. Your word, O Lord, is truth; consecrate us in the truth. R. Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel LK 13:10-17

October 25, 2020~Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time~10:15am Sunday Mass Prelude: King of My Heart 1997, 2004, Greg Walton. Published by Spirit & Song, a division of OCP. All rights reserved.... Opening Hymn: Tend the Ground Text and music 2016, Curtis Stephan. Published by Spirit & Song, a division of OCP. All rights reserved. Reading 1 EX 22:20-26 Responsorial Psalm PS 18:2-3, 3-4, 47, 51 R. I love you, Lord, my strength. Reading 2 1 THES 1:5C-10 Alleluia JN 14:23 R. Alleluia, alleluia. Whoever loves me will keep my word, says the Lord, and my Father will love him and we will come to him. R. Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel MT 22:34-40 Preparation of Gifts: Do This in Memory of Me Text and music 2007, Chris Muglia. Published by Spirit & Song, a division of OCP. All rights reserved. Communion Hymn: Sweet Redeemer 2001, Universal Music Group-Brentwood Benson Music Publishing, Inc. and Steve Angrisano. All rights reserved. Used with permission of CapitolCMGPublishing.com and Spirit & Song, a division of OCP. Closing Hymn: Holy, Holy, Holy Cry Text: Genevieve Glen, OSB, 1998, 2001, The Benedictine Nuns of the Abbey of St. Walburga. Music 2004, Rick Modlin. Text and music published by OCP. All rights reserved. Please consider signing up for any of our on-line givig programs. You can make a one-time donation or create a recurring donation at : https://www.btocchurch.org/on-line-giving *Permission to podcast/stream the music in our services obtained from One License with license # A-607109 and CCLI license #1110773

25 de octubre~XXX Domingo ordinario Misa Dominical en Español Preludio: Ya No Es Pan Y Vino Autor desconocido. Esta canto es de dominio público.... Canto de bienvenida: Un Mandamiento Nuevo 1965, Eduardo de Zayas, SJ. Obra publicada por OCP. Derechos reservados. Primera lectura Ex 22, 20-26 Salmo Responsorial Salmo 17, 2-3a. 3bc-4. 47 y 51ab R. Tu, Señor, eres mi refugio. Segunda lectura 1 Tes 1, 5-10 Aclamación antes del Evangelio Jn 14, 23 R. Aleluya, aleluya. El que me ama cumplirá mi palabra y mi Padre lo amará y haremos en él nuestra morada, dice el Señor. R. Aleluya. Evangelio Mt 22, 34-40 Canto de Ofrendas: Transforma Mi Vida Text: Eleazar Cortés, Jaime Cortez, and Bob Hurd. Text and music 2009, Eleazar Cortés. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Canto de Comunion: Compañeros de Cristo 1994, Bob Hurd and Pia Moriarty. Published by OCP, 5536 NE Hassalo, Portland OR, 97213. All rights reserved. Canto de Despedida: Racimo y Trigal 1985, Carmelo Erdozáin. Derechos reservados. Administradora exclusiva en todas las naciones de lengua inglesa: OCP. Please consider signing up for any of our on-line givig programs. You can make a one-time donation or create a recurring donation at : https://www.btocchurch.org/on-line-giving *Permission to podcast/stream the music in our services obtained from One License with license # A-607109 and CCLI license #1110773

October 25, 2020~Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time~7am Sunday Mass Opening Hymn: In This Place #83132 List Text 1996, Victoria Thomson. Music 1996, Trevor Thomson. Text and music published by Spirit & Song, a division of OCP. All rights reserved.... Reading 1 EX 22:20-26 Responsorial Psalm PS 18:2-3, 3-4, 47, 51 R. I love you, Lord, my strength. Reading 2 1 THES 1:5C-10 Alleluia JN 14:23 R. Alleluia, alleluia. Whoever loves me will keep my word, says the Lord, and my Father will love him and we will come to him. R. Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel MT 22:34-40 Preparation of Gifts: Change Our Hearts 1984, OCP. All rights reserved. Contributors: Rory Cooney Communion Hymn: One Bread, One Body Text and music 1978, John B. Foley, S.J., and OCP. All rights reserved. Closing Hymn: Go Make a Difference Text and music 1997, Steve Angrisano and Thomas N. Tomaszek. Published by Spirit & Song, a division of OCP. All rights reserved. Please consider signing up for any of our on-line givig programs. You can make a one-time donation or create a recurring donation at : https://www.btocchurch.org/on-line-giving *Permission to podcast/stream the music in our services obtained from One License with license # A-607109 and CCLI license #1110773

CH, 30, TN, Nam A

Buenas noches, la misa de hoy en español no sera transmitida en vivo. Nuestra iglesia esta abierta y los invitamos que venga a recibir el Señor en persona. Misa empieza a las 6:30pm. Gracias

"Reflect, today, upon whether or not you are willing and able to let the Holy Spirit cut through the confusion so manifestly present all around us. Are you ready to allow the Holy Spirit of Truth to penetrate your mind and lead you into all truth? Seeking the truth in our present time is the only way to survive the many errors and confusions thrown at us each day. Lord, help me to interpret the present time and to see the errors fostered all around us, as well as Your goodness manifest in so many ways. Give me courage and wisdom so that I may reject what is evil and seek that which is from You. Jesus, I trust in You." catholic daily reflections

DAILY MASS October 23, 2020, Friday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time Reading 1 EPH 4:1-6 Responsorial Psalm 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6... R. Lord, this is the people that longs to see your face. Alleluia MT 11:25 R. Alleluia, alleluia. Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth; you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom. R. Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel LK 12:54-59 Please consider signing up for any of our on-line givig programs. You can make a one-time donation or create a recurring donation at : https://www.btocchurch.org/on-line-giving

Make Prayer a Habit- "Reflect, today, upon your life of prayer. Know that the moments you dedicate exclusively to prayer each day are essential to your holiness and relationship with God. And know that those moments must help to build a habit of always being attentive to God. Being prepared this way will allow you to meet Christ at every moment that He comes to you by grace. Lord, help me to foster in my heart a life of prayer. Help me to seek You always and to always be prepared for You when You come. Jesus, I trust in You." catholic daily reflections

Reading 1 EPH 3:2-12 Responsorial Psalm IS 12:2-3, 4BCD, 5-6 R. (see 3) You will draw water joyfully from the springs of salvation.... Alleluia MT 24:42A, 44 R. Alleluia, alleluia. Stay awake! For you do not know when the Son of Man will come. R. Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel LK 12:39-48 Please consider signing up for any of our on-line givig programs. You can make a one-time donation or create a recurring donation at : https://www.btocchurch.org/on-line-giving *Permission to podcast/stream the music in our services obtained from One License with license # A-607109 and CCLI license #1110773

Important News from your Pastor- "Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As many of you have already heard, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors announced this morning that the county is reverted to the Purple tier effective today. This means we will return to all Masses outside beginning this Saturday evening, Oct. 24th, at 5:30 PM with 100 person maximum capacity at each mass. Outdoor Mass times will remain as they are: Sat. 5PM, 7:30PM Vietnamese; Sun. 7AM; 8:30AM Spani...sh; 10:15AM;12:00Noon; and 5PM. Daily Mass remains inside through Saturday morning only. Beginning Monday Oct. 26th, Daily Mass will resume outside. Be sure to dress for outdoor weather as it begins to get cooler. Check our website, Facebook and look for our Flocknotes for ongoing updates. Queridos hermanos y hermanas en Cristo: Como muchos de ustedes ya han escuchado, la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Riverside anunció esta mañana que el condado se revertirá al nivel púrpura a partir de hoy. Esto significa que regresaremos a las misas al aire libre a partir de este sábado por la noche, 24 de octubre, a las 5:30 pm con una capacidad máxima de 100 personas en cada misa. El horario de las misas al aire libre permanecerá como está: Sáb. 5 PM, 7:30PM Vietnamita; Dom. 7AM; 8:30AM Español; 10:15AM; 12:00 del mediodía; y 5PM . La misa diaria permanece adentro de la iglesia hasta el sábado por la mañana solamente. A partir del lunes 26 de octubre, la misa diaria se reanudará al aire libre. Asegúrese de vestirse para el clima al aire libre ya que comienza la temporada de frio. Visite nuestro sitio web, Facebook y busque nuestras "Flocknotes" para actualizaciones continuas."