St. Theresa Church

Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 13, 2012

I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.’ John 15:11

It was 1 o’clock in the morning when the couple received news that their 2 sons would be returning home from the war in 2 months’ time. They were so excited that they stayed awake all the rest of the night. They knew their sons were still in harm’s way, but there was no room for doubt and worry that night. Their joy sprang from their hope.  

As believers, we too are invited to rejoice in something that hasn’t fully come to pass. Jesus has risen victorious from death. He has triumphed in the battle against sin and given us a share in His victory. But at the same time, His full victory has yet to be revealed and we find ourselves living in hope. We still face battles against sin and temptation. We still face situations that threaten our peace or rob us of joy.   

Every time we celebrate Mass, gathered as one people, we hear Jesus speak His words to us - words of life that tell us of the promise of heaven and the salvation that He won for us. Offering Him our gifts, we fix our eyes on the altar, where bread and wine are transformed into His body and blood.  

This is the reason for our hope! Every time we receive Jesus’ body and blood, we receive a share in the Divine life. We receive more strength, more encouragement and more love to sustain us as we continue our vigil. So, we continue to wait in joyful hope for that day when our joy will be complete.   

Calendar of Events - May 12 to May 20, 2012

Saturday (12)  
CHARITY WALK fundraiser
5:30p - First Eucharist , Church  

Sunday (13)
Sixth Sunday of Easter ~ Mother’s Day
7a; 9:30a; 5:30p – First Eucharist, Church
NO RE

Monday (14)
6:30p, Life Teen Choir practice – Church
7p, Baptism instruction classes – Parish Hall  

Tuesday (15)
8a, Light Weigh Bible Study – Youth room
10a, Staff Meeting – Conference room
6p, Hispanic Bible Study – St. Cecilia
6:30p, Finance Committee Meeting – Conference room
7p, Tongan Choir Practice – St. Francis room  

Wednesday (16)
6:30p, Praise/Worship & Bible Reflections – Youth room
7p, RE – All rooms  

Thursday (17)
7p, Knights of Columbus meeting – St. Cecilia
7p, Tongan Choir Practice – St. Francis room
7p, Adult Choir Practice – Church  

Friday (18)  

Saturday (19)  
10a, Greek Orthodox Service - Church
5:30p, Infant Baptism - Church  

Sunday (20)
Ascension of the Lord
RE / Life Night last day
5:30p, Graduation Blessing - Church              

Parish News

Worldwide Marriage Encounter… When was the last time you took time to get away as a couple and renew your relationship? Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Contact Ray & Anne Matasci, 874-5517 OR visit www.lovemoredeeply.org.

Beginning with the First Sunday of Advent in 2011, Catholics around the U.S. will worship using the new English translation of the Roman Missal, Third Edition. The most noticeable changes are in the Order of Mass and the priest’s prayers. “And also with you” becomes ‘And with your spirit.’ “We believe” becomes ‘I believe’ and ‘one in being’ becomes ‘consubstantial’. Though some words are new, the Mass itself is not changing. As the U.S. bishops remind us, this is an opportunity for liturgical and spiritual renewal. Learning to pray with new words, we enter into the mystery of the Eucharist with greater awareness and appreciation.  

Hale Kau Kau

is a nonprofit meal program for the hungry, homeless and homebound of South Maui. A warm nutritious evening meal is served 365 days a year, with the help of volunteers, at 5pm. In addition, meals are delivered each evening for the homebound elderly, sick and disabled. Interested volunteers please contact the Hale Kau Kau office at 875-8754.  Hale Kau Kau is proud of its many dedicated volunteers, but we are always in need of more to help us out. We promise you that you will work hard, have fun, and learn a great deal about yourself and your fellow human beings.  For more information, check out their website at:  halekaukau.org

HOTEL & VISITOR INDUSTRY ANNUAL 34th CHARITY WALK - Mahalo to all our volunteer walkers and numerous sponsors. It was another successful year! Thank you, thank you! 

CONGRATULATIONS TINA DRAPER on your recent recognition from the Rotary Club of Kihei Sunrise. Tina received the Individual Vocational Service award for her leadership and service to Hale Kau Kau.