Opening prayer of Novena to Our Lady of Sorrows: O, Mother most holy and sorrowful, Queen of Martyrs, you who stood by your Son as He agonized on the cross; by the sufferings of your life, by that sword of pain that pierced your heart, by your perfect joy in heaven, look down on me kindly as I kneel before you, sympathizing with your sorrows and offering you my petition with childlike trust. Dear Mother, since your Son refuses you nothing, ask of His Sacred Heart to mercifully grant what I ask, through the merits of His sacred passion, along with those of your sufferings at the foot of the cross. Mother most merciful, to whom shall I go in my misery if not to you who pities us poor, sinful exiles in this valley of tears? In our name, offer Jesus but one drop of His most precious blood, but one pang of His loving heart. Remind Him that you are our sweetness, our life, and our hope, and your prayer will be heard. Amen.

Observations for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle A
(Sirach 27:30-28:7; Psalm 103; Romans 14:7-9; Matthew 18:21-35)
By Deacon Jon Fadely
This week we deepen our understanding of our need to practice forgiveness by reflecting on the impact that anger has on us when we hold on to it, or even “hug it” as the author of Sirach says in the first reading.
Modern clinical studies have shown that holding on to anger over a long period of time produces higher levels of long-term stress, leading to poor health outcomes like high blood pressure and increased risks of heart attack and stroke. Conversely, practicing forgiveness and reconciliation can release positive hormones that improve our outlook on life, our connection to others and our view of ourselves. Turns out, we are designed by our loving Creator to let go of anger and hold on to mercy!
So, do anger or a sense of being offended have any place in the life of one who follows Jesus? Yes, but primarily as warning signals, that something (like a key relationship) needs attention. Feeling anger is not a sin. What we do (or don’t do) in response to the anger we feel makes all the difference in our own well-being, in our relationships, and possibly in our eternity.
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Esta semana profundizamos en la necesidad de practicar el perdón, reflexionando sobre el impacto que la ira ejerce en nosotros cuando nos aferramos a ella o incluso cuando la «abrazamos», como dice el autor del libro del Eclesiástico en la primera lectura.
Estudios clínicos modernos han demostrado que aferrarse a la ira durante un periodo prolongado genera mayores niveles de estrés a largo plazo, lo que deriva en problemas de salud como la hipertensión arterial y un mayor riesgo de sufrir infartos o accidentes cerebrovasculares. Por el contrario, practicar el perdón y la reconciliación puede liberar hormonas positivas que mejoran nuestra perspectiva de la vida, nuestra conexión con los demás y la imagen que tenemos de nosotros mismos. ¡Resulta que nuestro amoroso Creador nos diseñó para soltar la ira y aferrarnos a la misericordia!
Entonces, ¿tienen cabida la ira o el sentimiento de haber sido ofendido en la vida de quien sigue a Jesús? Sí, pero principalmente como señales de alerta que indican que algo (como una relación clave) requiere atención. Sentir ira no es pecado. Lo que hacemos —o dejamos de hacer— en respuesta a la ira que sentimos marca toda la diferencia en nuestro propio bienestar, en nuestras relaciones y, posiblemente, en nuestra eternidad.


Sacramental Prep
Classes are on Wednesday
at 6:30 p.m. in the Education Building
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
Every Sunday @ 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall
Faith Formation
Classes are on Sunday at 10:15 a.m.
in the Education Building
Preparación Sacramental
Las clases son los miércoles a las 6:30 p. m. en el Edificio de Educación.
OCIA (Orden de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos)
Todos los domingos a las 10:30 a. m. en el Salón Parroquial.
Formación en la Fe
Las clases son los domingos a las 10:15 a.m.
en el Edificio de Educación.

There is a second collection today for the Catholic University of America.
Adult Bible Study begins this Monday at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. If you have not picked up your EPIC workbook from the church office, it will be available for you when you come to class.
If you have not already done so, please turn in your pledge card for this year’s Rejoice in Hope campaign. This will help us determine when we might break ground on the project. Pledge cards are located in the Narthex. You may place it in the offertory basket or turn it into the church office.
The Ladies Guild Stew & Brew Crockpot Cook-off is here again! Get ready to participate and show off your best cooking skills! Registration forms are available in the Narthex and Parish Hall. Don’t forget to submit your registration by September 28th! The Cook-off will be held on Saturday, October 3rd. We hope you’ll join us and enjoy a delicious competition together!
Please mark your calendar: Thursday, October 1st is the Memorial of St. Therese of the Child Jesus.We will have a special anniversary Mass with Bishop Kellypresiding at 6:00 p.m. There will not be an 8:00 a.m. Mass that day. More details to follow.
The Holy Name Society will have their delicious Country Breakfast next weekend after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Please join us for great food and fellowship!
There is a second collection next weekend for the Maintenance Fund.
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Hoy hay una segunda colecta para la Universidad Católica de América.
Si aún no lo ha hecho, por favor entregue su tarjeta de compromiso para la campaña “Rejoice in Hope” de este año. Esto nos ayudará a determinar cuándo podríamos comenzar la construcción del proyecto. Las tarjetas de compromiso se encuentran en el Nártex. Puede colocarlas en la canasta de las ofrendas o entregarlas en la oficina de la iglesia.
¡Ya está aquí nuevamente el “Stew & Brew Crockpot Cook-off” de la Liga de Damas! ¡Prepárese para participar y demostrar sus mejores habilidades culinarias! Los formularios de inscripción están disponibles en el Nártex y en el Salón Parroquial. ¡No olvide entregar su inscripción antes del 28 de septiembre! El concurso se llevará a cabo el sábado 3 de octubre. ¡Esperamos que se una a nosotros y disfrute de una deliciosa competencia juntos!
Por favor, marque esta fecha en su calendario: el jueves 1 de octubre es la Memoria de Santa Teresa del Niño Jesús. Tendremos una Misa especial de aniversario a las 6:00 p.m., presidida por el Obispo Kelly. Ese día no habrá Misa a las 8:00 a.m. Próximamente proporcionaremos más detalles.
Habrá una segunda colecta el próximo fin de semana para el Fondo de Mantenimiento.

Rejoice in Hope – Your Pledge Card Matters
As we continue our Rejoice in Hope Capital Campaign to build a new Faith Formation Center for our children and youth, we ask every parishioner to please return your pledge card.
Knowing how many families are participating and what they are able to pledge helps us plan responsibly and determine how we can move forward with this important project.
Every pledge matters, regardless of the amount.
Most importantly, your participation shows our young people that our parish family believes in their faith and their future.
Please prayerfully consider your commitment and return your pledge card to the church office or place it in the offertory basket.
Together, with faith and hope, we can build a place
where generations of young people
will come to know, love, and serve Christ.

Rejoicémonos en la Esperanza –
Su Tarjeta de Compromiso es Importante
Mientras continuamos con nuestra Campaña de Capital “Rejoicémonos en la Esperanza” para construir un nuevo Centro de Formación en la Fe para nuestros niños y jóvenes, les pedimos a todos nuestros feligreses que por favor entreguen su tarjeta de compromiso.
Saber cuántas familias están participando y cuánto pueden comprometerse nos ayuda a planificar responsablemente y a determinar cómo podemos seguir adelante con este importante proyecto.
Cada compromiso es importante, sin importar la cantidad.
Lo más importante es que su participación demuestra a nuestros jóvenes que nuestra familia parroquial cree en su fe y en su futuro.
Por favor, consideren en oración su compromiso y entreguen su tarjeta de compromiso en la oficina de la iglesia o colóquenla en la canasta de la colecta.
Juntos, con fe y esperanza, podemos construir
un lugar donde generaciones de jóvenes
puedan llegar a conocer, amar y servir a Cristo.
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Vision Statement:
The St. Therese Catholic Community is a well-tended rose planted in Canton, Texas, nurtured by the Way, the Truth, and the Life of Jesus Christ according to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, to bring the fruit of His grace and mercy to the lives of everyone, for the greater honor and glory of God.
Declaración de Visión:
La comunidad católica de Santa Teresa es una rosa cuidadosamente cultivada en Canton, Texas, sostenida por el Camino, la Verdad y la Vida de Jesucristo según las enseñanzas de la Iglesia Católica Romana, con el objetivo de llevar el fruto de Su gracia y misericordia a la vida de todos, para la mayor honra y gloria de Dios.
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