June 30, 2009
“Haz Todo Con Amor” 1 Corinthians 16:14
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June 19, 2009 A YEAR FOR PRIESTS Pope Benedict XVI has proclaimed a Year for Priests, to begin on Friday, June 19, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Word Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests. The occasion is a Jubilee Year of the 150th anniversary of the death of the patron saint of priests, St. John Mary Vianney. What is the purpose of the year? In proclaiming this special Year for Priests, Pope Benedict explained that his motivation was to express his love for priests everywhere by giving them special recognition for their dedicated service. The Holy Father also indicated that he wanted to do whatever possible to support them in living their vocation with zeal and joy. He added that the year is intended “to encourage priests in this striving for spiritual perfection on which, above all, the effectiveness of their ministry depends”.
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The Valley Catholic
First Issue of Diocesan Newspaper Available
The inaugural issue of the Diocese’s monthly newspaper, The Valley Catholic, made its debut the first week in June and included an insert highlighting the history of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral. The deadline to submit items for publication in the newspaper is the first Friday of every month. Information may be sent via e-mail to editor@cdob.org. 
Parishioners who donated $100 or more for the 100 Days of Blessings will be mailed a newspaper each month. Also, complimentary bundles of the first three issues will be provided to parishes so that the newspaper may be shared with parishioners. A subscription price for parish bundles is available for parishes that wish to continue receiving copies each month.
The annual subscription rate for individual home delivery is $15. For additional information call Terry at (956) 784-5055.
Celebrations Planned for Sister Ninfa Garza’s 50th Anniversary
Sr. Ninfa Garza celebrated her 50th Anniversary as a religious sister with the Missionaries of Jesus on June 14.
In honor of the occasion, a committee has scheduled the following event:
- Friday, July 24, 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Elsa
A reception is scheduled following each event. For additional information contact lebenavides@cdob.org or call (956) 702-4088.
Pilgrimage Tour Set in October for Canonization of Blessed Damien
Father Emilio Vega-Garcia of Sacred Heart Church in Edinburg will lead a pilgrimage tour to Rome, Italy; Barcelona, Spain; and Lourdes, France from Oct. 8-20. The trip will include a special engagement in Rome where pilgrims will witness the canonization of Blessed Damien of Molokai.
Blessed Damien of Molokai was born in Belgium in 1840. A Catholic priest, he earned recognition for his dedication to people with leprosy. Damien ministered to those who were quarantined on the Hawaiian island of Molokai, valiantly caring for them with love and compassion. He ultimately contracted leprosy and died in 1889.
For more information and registration forms, contact Tere De Jesus at (956) 383-3253.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Hosts Summer Camp
June 29 through July 30 St. Frances Xavier Cabrini parish in Pharr will host a summer camp on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. The camp will include a variety of activities for all ages. The activities planned include soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, dance (Folkloric Ballet), self-defense, and guitar lessons. Sessions for adults will feature classes on nutrition, arts and crafts.
Registration began on June 1 at the Parish Office, for additional information call (956) 787-3554.
Benedictine Life Weekend Scheduled in July
The Benedictine Sisters of the Good Shepherd, outside of Rio Grande City, are inviting single women between the ages of 18 and 50 to experience the Benedictine Way of Life, July 24-26. There is no cost for the weekend and arrangements to visit the sisters at another time may also be made.
Sister Nancy Boushey said the weekend experience may help women who have wondered if they have a calling to a consecrated life.
Contact the Benedictine Sisters to make reservations and for more information:
(956) 486-2680 sanbenito@granderiver.net; www.starrcountybenedictines.org
Job Openings
- Counselor - Catholic Social Services San Juan. Contact Human Resources at (956)542-2501.
- Director - El Rosario Homes and La Merced Homes, Contact Human Resources at (956)542-2501.
- Elementary Principal - St. Mary’s Catholic School Brownsville. Interested applicants should contact Lisette Allen at (956)787-8571 for more information.
- Full time Maintenance - El Rosario Homes Contact Raquel Turrubiates at 956-585-5051, or fax resume to 956-585-9938.
- RN/LVN, Wound Care Nurse, Social Worker, Certified Medication Aides, Certified Nursing Assistant and RN Weekend Supervisor - San Juan Nursing Home. Please send cover letter and/or resume by fax to: (956) 787-8091 or contact Patrick at (956) 522-8832.
Calendar of Events
- June 27- July 6 - Holy Land Pilgrimage
- July 1 - 9 - St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Hosts Summer Camp
- July 3 – Diocesan Offices Closed Have a safe 4th of July weekend!
- July 4 – Independence Day
** The Weekly Update will not be published during the month of July. Please check the diocese website for weekly posting.
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Contact Information Please submit information to be included in the Weekly Update to Brenda Nettles Riojas, Director of Diocesan Relations by e-mail at Bnrpr@cdob.org or by fax to (956) 784-5082.
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