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Good Shepherd Catholic Community
Welcome! We’re so glad you’re here.
Good Shepherd Catholic Community 1000 Tinker Road, Colleyville, TX 76034
Phone: 817-421-1387 | Fax: 817-421-4709 | gscc.net Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 8:00am - 5:00pm | Fri: 8:00am - 2:00pm Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm | Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
PARISH OF THE DIOCESE OF FORT WORTH STAFFED BY FRANCISCAN FRIARS THIRD ORDER REGULAR Pastor: Rev. Richard Eldredge, TOR Parochial Vicar: Rev. Ronald Mohnickey, TOR Parochial Vicar: Rev. John Mark Klaus, TOR
Deacons: Rev. Mr. Patrick Lavery, Rev. Mr. John Clark, Rev. Mr. Klaus Gutbier, & Rev. Mr. Richard Griego
Dir. of Worship: Brian Bacon | [email protected] Exec. Assistant: Donna Campbell | [email protected] Coord. of Outreach Min: Kathy Guarino | [email protected] Discipleship Coordinator: Diane Kain | [email protected] Coord. of Middle Ministries: Laura Landry | [email protected] Communications Mgr: Liz Origenes | [email protected] Coord. of High Sch. Youth Min: Johnny Philp | [email protected] Coord. of Young Disciples: Kim Philp | [email protected] Dir. of Faith Formation: Tammy Sandoval | [email protected] Business Mgr: Michael Vinez | [email protected] Complete listing of pastoral staff: gscc.net/staff
Contact Information & Pastoral Staff
At Good Shepherd, we seek to foster a lifestyle of discipleship focused on the five characteristics of a disciple: welcome, encounter, grow, serve, and share. Learn more at gscc.net/disciples
If you are visiting, we hope you will stop by our Welcome Desk in the Narthex for a gift! If you’d like to become a member, visit gscc.net/register. To learn more about becoming Catholic, visit gscc.net/becomingcatholic
Weekend Masses: Sat: 5:00pm | Sun: 9:00am, 11:00am, & 4:00pm Daily Masses: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat: 8:30am Tues: 7:00am | Wed: 7:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation: Mon: 9:00 - 10:00am | Wed: 6:00 - 6:45pm Thurs: 7:00 - 8:00pm | Sat: 3:30 - 4:30pm By appointment: 817-421-1387 Sacrament of Anointing: Please see a priest after Mass or contact the parish office: 817-421-1387 Sacrament of Baptism: To register for Pre-Baptism Class, visit gscc.net Sacrament of Matrimony: Before scheduling your wedding, contact the parish office to begin preparing for the Sacrament at least eight months prior. Marriage Validations: To have your marriage validated as a sacrament by the Church, contact Tammy Sandoval: 817-421-1387 Funeral Rites: Before making arrangements with the funeral director, contact Brian Bacon: 817-421-1387 Eucharistic Adoration: Mon & Thurs: 9:00am - 5:00pm Tues & Wed: 9:00am - 9:00pm Fri: 9:00am - 2:00pm | Sat: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Has your contact information or address changed? Email Bryan Trachier: [email protected]
A = Adults | Y = Youth | P = Parish-Wide (varied ages)
Sunday, November 24
P// Advent Angel Trees beginning this weekend
P// Donuts & Burritos after 9:00am & 11:00am Masses
A// Alpha Celebration 12:30pm
Monday, November 25
A// Inquiry & RCIA 7:00pm
Tuesday, November 26
A// DivorceCare 7:00pm
Thursday, November 28 Parish Office Closed
No Reconciliation, No Adoration
P// Thanksgiving Day Mass & Blessing of Food 9:00am
Friday, November 29 Parish Office Closed
No Mass, No Reconciliation, No Adoration
Saturday, November 30
A// Men’s Rosary & Discipleship 7:00am
A// Women’s Rosary & Readings 7:00am
Visit gscc.net/bulletin to access an interactive version of this bulletin with live links to all web pages mentioned.
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This Week at a Glance
Pastor’s Corner
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
Sovereignty of Christ, Last Sunday in Long Ordinary Time
November 24
“This Solemn Feast of our Lord Jesus Christ the King, brings us to the final Sunday of this Liturgical Year. We celebrate Jesus’ mission of preaching and teaching the Kingdom of God. The Kingdom is the world being transformed into what God originally intended at creation. The scope and reign of the everlasting Kingdom reaches its fulfillment at the end of time in Christ, the Universal King and Shepherd of all the nations. Today we honor the exercise of his sovereignty over us all through his victory over death and his eternal glory.” Father Richard
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Pastor’s Corner (continued)
Mass Readings & Intentions: 11/25-12/1
Mon 8:30am
Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; Lk 21:1-4
Tues 7:00am 8:30am
Dn 2:31-45; Lk 21:5-11
Wed 7:00pm
Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; Lk 21:12-19
Thurs 9:00am Mass/Blessing of Food
Sir 50:22-24; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Lk 17:11-19 +Pedro Loredo, Jr. by Pedro Loredo, III 11/28 No Reconciliation, No Adoration
Fri Dn 7:2-14; Lk 21:29-33 11/29 No Mass, No Reconciliation, No Adoration
Sat 8:30am
Rom 10:9-18; Mt 4:18-22
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Is 2:1-5; Rom 13:11-14; Mt 24:37-44
Sat 5:00pm Sun 9:00am Sun 11:00am Sun 4:00pm
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY MASS
Eucharistic Prayer of Giving Thanks
November 28
“Today we Americans celebrate the Thanksgiving Holiday with family and friends around the table of our homes to share food, drink, prayers, stories and memories. Today we also gather as family at the Table of the Eucharist to give thanks to God for the many blessings we have received in our Catholic community. We voice ‘Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right and just.’ Mass is how our God blesses us in Christ as we receive the greatest of all blessings, his Body and Blood.” Father Richard
PASTOR’S VISION STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Actively engaged in the overarching goal of evangelization, we commit ourselves to making missionary disciples in the Franciscan tradition of seeking out the lost in need of reconciliation and conversion of heart to God, the Church, to oneself and others, to come to a personal relationship with Jesus in the Spirit of peace and joy of the Gospel. Father Richard
Vocations Corner
Third Order Regular: Franciscan Rule and Life Chapter II: Acceptance into this Life
4. Those who through the Lord’s inspiration come to us desiring to accept this
way of life are to be received kindly. At the appropriate time, they are to be presented to the ministers of the fraternity who hold responsibility to admit them. 5. The ministers shall ascertain that the aspirants truly adhere to the catholic faith and the Church’s sacramental life. If they are found to have a vocation they are to be initiated into the life of the fraternity. Let everything pertaining to this gospel way of life be explained to them, especially these words of the Lord: “If you wish to be perfect (Mt. 19:21) go and sell all your possessions (Lk. 18:22) and give to the poor. You will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” And “if anyone wishes to follow me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” (Mt 16:24) 6. Led by the Lord, let them begin a life of penance conscious that all of us must be continuously and totally converted to the Lord. As a sign of their conversion and consecration to gospel life they are to clothe themselves plainly and to live in simplicity. 7. When their initial formation is completed they are to be received into obedience promising to observe this life and rule always. Let them put aside all attachment as well as every care and worry. Let them only be concerned to serve, love, adore, and honor the Lord God, as best they can, with single heartedness and purity of intention. 8. Within themselves let them always make a dwelling place and home for the Lord God Almighty, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, so that with undivided hearts, they may increase in universal love by continually turning to God and to neighbor. (Jn 14:23)
FUNDING LAND ACQUISITION: OUR PRIORITY Since all of our current projects have already been funded, we only have one left: our land acquisition project. This is an exciting opportunity for our future as we continue to live out our mission of being disciples and making disciples. Let’s make funding this project a priority so that we don’t have to use up all of our operating monies in order to pay the interest on the $1.5 million loan. May I suggest that you continue giving for this project through recurring donations on Faith Direct, by check to the parish with the words Land Acquisition on the Memo Line, or by using the envelope that the parish will provide for this purpose. You may pick up this envelope at the information desk in the church or parish office. Texting a $ amount to 817-373-5557 is another way to give, or text “Enroll” if you are not already signed up with Faith Direct. With our combined efforts on a continuous basis, we can do it! Count your Blessings and be generous! Father Richard
A disciple WELCOMES God’s people.
As a community of faith, we welcome all who come through our
doors as Jesus Christ, and we challenge each member of Good
Shepherd to practice radical hospitality by actively seeking out
and inviting others to Good Shepherd.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Visit gscc.net/ministries to learn how you can get involved! Our Welcome ministries include:
Audio/Visual Ministry
Greeters
New Member Welcome Ministry
Noon Receptionists
Social Seniors
Ushers
Get Involved at Good Shepherd
Offer Prayers & Receive Prayers
Would you like prayers for a loved one? And/or, would you like to pray for others? Visit gscc.net/prayerrequests to submit a prayer request, and we will send out a prayer request email to those who have signed up to pray for your loved one. You can also visit this web page to sign up to receive prayer emails so that we can intercede for our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Dementia Caregivers & All Parishioners
Can you take a quick, six-question, yes/no survey for us? Good Shepherd is discerning the need for a dementia caregiver ministry. Whether or not you are a dementia caregiver, your feedback will help us out immensely! Please visit gscc.net/survey, and thank you in advance!
Friday, December 6 | 12:00pm | St. Clare Room This is a ministry for senior aged parishioners. Join us to meet up with old friends and make some new ones! We also enjoy monthly lunch dates and occasional trips to the theater and other places of interest. Learn more: gscc.net/socialseniors
Upcoming Gathering
Visit gscc.net and scroll to the footer on any page to sign up for our weekly e-newsletters!
A disciple ENCOUNTERS Jesus Christ.
We desire that parishioners, seekers, and guests experience the
love of God the Father through a transformative encounter with
Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit, leading them to
commit their lives to Jesus as disciples.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Advent Reconciliation Service
Handbell Choir
The Handbell Choir is growing and needs more ringers! We rehearse on Tuesdays at 7:00pm and usually ring once per month for Mass. We hope to eventually have enough
ringers to have adult, teen, and children's groups. If you would like to be part of a fun and rewarding music ministry, please consider joining the Handbell Choir! For details or to join, contact Ed Asten: [email protected]
Thanksgiving Mass & Blessing of Food
Thurs, Nov. 28 | 9:00am Join us for Thanksgiving Day Mass and a Blessing of Food in the church.
Please note that the Parish Office will be closed on Thurs, Nov. 28 (No Reconciliation, No Adoration) and Fri, Nov. 29 (No Mass, No Reconciliation, No Adoration).
Other Advent Reconciliation Services in Our Deanery: December 2: St. John (www.sjtanrh.com) December 6: St. Philip (www.stphilipcc.org) December 9: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (www.seascc.org) TBD: St. Michael (www.smcchurch.org)
December 16: St. Francis (www.sfatx.org) December 19: St. Catherine (www.stcatherine.org) December 20: Holy Cross (www.holycrosscc.org)
A disciple ENCOUNTERS Jesus Christ.
We desire that parishioners, seekers, and guests experience the
love of God the Father through a transformative encounter with
Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit, leading them to
commit their lives to Jesus as disciples.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Join Good Shepherd on a parish pilgrimage to Italy! On the pilgrimage, we will visit Rome, Vatican City, Assisi, Borgo San Sepolcro, and La Verna. We hope you will join us! For more information, contact Peter's Way Tours to request a brochure: 800-225-7662 [email protected] | gscc.net/pilgrimage
Pilgrimage to Italy
THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Mary’s Special Grace | December 9, 2019
“Today we celebrate the Solemn Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the Patroness of the United States. Through the centuries the Church has believed that Mary is “full of grace” by the singular grace of God and redeemed by virtue of the merits of Jesus Christ. This dogma of the Blessed Virgin, preserved from all stain of original sin from the first moment she was conceived in the womb of St. Ann, is proclaimed in Sacred Tradition and defined in 1854. In the midst of Advent, we pause to give thanks to God for the gift of Mary to us.” Father Richard
A disciple GROWS in Jesus Christ.
We accompany all who have made a commitment to follow
Christ as intentional disciples, walking with them and encouraging
them to grow in divine intimacy with God.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
March 8 - 13, 2020 | Durango, CO Join us! $775 Skiing. $800 Snowboarding. A deposit of $300 is due when registering. Next payment will be due Nov. 1, 2019. Final payment due Dec. 18, 2019. We will gather at 8:00pm on March 8 in the Parish Hall to depart for our retreat, and we will return around 9:00am on March 13. Register online by visiting gsccstudents.net
Donations for Renovate Our high school faith formation program is in need of LED candles (any size)! If you can help out, please bring LED candle donations to Katie Downey at the parish office. Thank you for your generosity! Questions? Contact Kayla Gollihar: [email protected]
February 21 - 23, 2020 | The Pines Catholic Camp Join us for our Revitalize Retreat with ALOB, Matt Regitz, Ali Hoffman, Johnny Philp, Kayla Gollihar, and Nic Gutierrez. Cost: $160. We’ll gather at GSCC at 6:00pm on February 21 to depart by 6:30pm for our retreat, and we will return around 2:30pm (tentatively) on Feb. 23. Register online by visiting gsccstudents.net
GSCC Students (Grades 9 - 12)
Volunteers Needed!
Our child care ministry provides an average of 75 child care sessions per month. If you are interested in volunteering for a shift, contact Julie Wisdon at [email protected]
Little Lambs Teacher Open Position
Little Lambs is currently accepting applications for a P/T teaching position. Qualified candidates should possess the ability to build relationships with families and coworkers to create a
dynamic early childhood learning environment in a Catholic setting. Previous experience working with children and curriculum planning preferred. Please send resumes to Julie Wisdon at [email protected]
Artificial Christmas Trees for VBS
VBS is in need of artificial Christmas trees for our upcoming VBS in June 2020! If you can help us out, please bring Christmas tree donations to the parish office. Trees can have lights, but this is not required. Thank you for your generosity! Questions? Please contact Kim Philp at [email protected]
A disciple GROWS in Jesus Christ.
We accompany all who have made a commitment to follow
Christ as intentional disciples, walking with them and encouraging
them to grow in divine intimacy with God.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Online Faith Resource of the Week
Formed provides adults and children with online Catholic content such as movies, podcasts, e-books, studies, and more. Visit gscc.formed.org to sign up for a free account.
Resource of the Week:
Lectio: Philippians | Towards the end of his life, under arrest and awaiting trial in Rome, Saint Paul writes a short but powerful letter to the Philippians. (Six episodes, 30 minutes each)
Our Parish School
Mondays | 7:00pm St. Aloysius Gonzaga Rm RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is the process whereby those who are not Catholic can explore the teachings of the Catholic
faith. Are you or someone you know interested in learning or relearning about the Catholic faith? If so, join us at Inquiry, a casual, no-obligation gathering for individuals from all walks of life and faith backgrounds. To encourage questions (the heart and soul of Inquiry) a different topic is presented each week with time set aside for asking questions. Every 12 weeks, Inquiry starts over , so you can jump in at any time. If interested, join us Monday evening or contact Fr. Ronald: 817-421-1387 / [email protected]
Upcoming Cruise Through Alaska
August 9-16, 2020 Join Franciscan University, Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and the Ministry of the Wild Goose to experience the beauty of God's Creation on a cruise through Alaska.
Enjoy daily Mass, lectures, time for prayer, praise and worship, an excursion to the National Shrine of St. Therese in Juneau, and a plethora of excursion options each day. Learn more: ctscentral.net/alaska
A sponsor is an individual who represents the Catholic community and acts as a companion for an RCIA catechumen or candidate. They support the individual throughout
the RCIA process by walking with them on their journey to full communion with the Catholic faith. Sponsors are not expected to be experts on the teachings of the Catholic Church. In fact, most sponsors are everyday Catholics who, along with their catechumen or candidate, are seeking to learn more about the teachings of the Church. Sponsors should be at least 16 years of age and have celebrated the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation and should be in full communion with the Catholic Church. Sponsors develop a personal relationship with the person they sponsor—a relationship that extends beyond RCIA. Being an RCIA sponsor is a wonderfully rewarding and faith-enhancing experience. Couples are encouraged to join this ministry together too! If you have any interest in learning more about becoming a sponsor, please contact Deryl Byrket: [email protected]
Learn More About the Catholic Faith
Is God Calling You to Be a Sponsor?
New Scripture Study for Women
ROMANS: THE GOSPEL OF SALVATION Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 25 9:15am - 11:15am Read a full course description and register at gscc.net/scripturestudy
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend (Jan. 17 - 19)
Retrouvaille: A Lifeline for Marriages
For details on each, visit gscc.net/marriageenrichment
Opportunities for Married Couples
Merging Date Night & Faith Formation
www.gscc.net/marriageontap
Young Catholic Professionals Retreat
St. Joseph Saturday Advent Retreat Sat, Dec. 7 | Upper Room 8:00am - 1:00pm We will begin with Morning Prayer & Mass at 8:15am in the Chapel followed by
discussions and breakout sessions to dive deeper into the lives of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Breakfast and lunch will be included. We hope you will join us! ycpfortworth.org
Walking with Purpose Connect Coffees
Tuesday, December 3 7:00 - 8:30pm | Upper Rm Getting a Grip Through Rest: We live in a world in which people are valued for what they do and what they produce. How many of
us women charge through our week, going from one activity to another, ending each day exhausted? When the weekend comes, we simply switch gears for different activities. When we stop and choose to rest, however, we show that we know we are deeply loved by God -- not for what we achieve, but for who we are. Please join us for an inspiring talk and discussion about how to truly rest; how to prepare and contemplate, turning our focus toward God.
Wednesday, December 4 10:00 - 11:30am St. Maria Goretti Room Your Heart - You Are Captivating: In this world of noise and busyness, it is hard for women to find the
time to give ourselves a little attention. Please join us for a talk and discussion to remind us of how precious we are to God and that His love is unconditional. He is captivated by each one of us - not because of what we do or what others think of us but simply because we are His precious daughters.
All women are welcome to join us for a WWP Connect Coffee Talk! No experience necessary, just come as you are for some coffee and a chance to see what Walking with Purpose is all about!
A disciple SERVES God’s people.
We give our grateful response to God’s gifts through a life of
service to God and neighbor by daily personal prayer, by
generously supporting the needs of the Church, and by
participating in parish ministries and initiatives.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Going Through a Difficult Time?
Stephen Ministry’s motto is Christ Caring for People Through People. If you or someone you know is facing a crisis, large or small, and could benefit from the caring presence of a Stephen
Minister, visit gscc.net/stephenministry
First Monday of the Month 7:15pm | Upper Room Seeking men interested in serving the parish & community!
Knights of Columbus Council #15789
Save the Date
Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Good Shepherd | 9:30am It is difficult for those of us who have enough to truly understand the situations that families living in poverty experience every day – the decisions they have to make, and the fears and frustrations they feel. That is why we are inviting you to walk a mile in the shoes of those facing poverty by participating in our Poverty Simulation. This program will allow participants to assume the role of a low-income family member living on a limited budget. It lasts about 2 hours and the goal is to sensitize participants to the realities faced by low-income people. Child care will be provided. Advance registration is required and sign-up will kick off in January.
Trail Life USA is a Christ-centered outdoor adventure and character development program open to boys starting at age 5. Learn more about Trail Life at gscc.net/traillifeusa or contact us by emailing [email protected] to find out how you can join the Trail!
Trail Life USA (For Boys Ages 5 & Up)
Last year, GSCC’s Mission-Outreach Council launched a new scholarship program at the Institute that provided tuition assistance for 33 students. In return for the scholarship, the students had to maintain good grades, serve at the Institute in some capacity, and provide letters to Council Members throughout the semester. This program has been a complete success, and we are thrilled to offer our parishioners the opportunity to sponsor a student though a scholarship. Please consider making a difference and changing a life of a student at the Institute by providing a scholarship. For more information, please visit gscc.net/hondurasscholarships
Honduras Mission Program Scholarships
Wed, Dec. 4 | St. Dominic Rm 9:30am Knit at home or at GSCC! To learn more and to get involved, visit gscc.net/prayershawlministry
Knit Prayer Shawls or Donate Yarn!
Serving Seniors with Christmas Cheer In the Narthex Starting This Weekend!
Good Shepherd Outreach Services is collecting food and other items for senior and elderly neighbors served by Mid-Cities Care Corp. Just bring a completed basket or some of the following items to GSCC’s Parish Office by Sunday, December 8. Thank you for your generosity!
SUGGESTED BASKET ITEMS
Small Canned Ham (1 - 1½ lbs.) Coffee / Tea / Hot Chocolate CANNED FOOD ITEMS Fruit Tuna Chicken Beans Vegetables Tomatoes Cranberry Sauce Spaghetti Chili Fruit Juice BOXED FOOD ITEMS Potatoes Rice Stuffing Jell-O/Pudding Macaroni & Cheese Breakfast Bars Crackers Cereal Oatmeal Powdered Milk MISC FOOD ITEMS Peanut Butter Jelly Bouillon Candy Nuts Raisins Spaghetti Sauce Pasta Candy Nuts Raisins Condiments (Mayo, Mustard, Ketchup)
Sugar / Flour /Oil
OTHER ITEMS Hand Soap Hand Lotion Thera-Flu (or similar) Rolaids/Maalox/Pepto Aspirin/Tylenol/Advil Books/Magazines Paper Towels/Napkins Toilet Paper/Kleenex Q-Tips/Cotton Balls Toothpaste/Brush Note Cards (B-day, Sympathy) Christmas Card to Client Band-Aids Cough Drops Polident/Efferdent Laundry essentials Dishwashing Soap Stamps --- Questions? Or, interested in delivering a basket to a senior along with some Christmas cheer?
November 23 - December 8 at Good Shepherd Help Good Shepherd ensure that each child, teenager, parent, and elderly person represented by an ornament on one of our Advent Angel Trees has a special Christmas. Simply take an ornament (or two or more...), purchase or donate the items requested on the ornaments, and return the ornament(s) with the gifts to the Bride’s Room in the church by Sunday, December 8.
Now in its 14th year, Good Shepherd’s Annual Advent Angel Tree program serves hundreds of people in need both near and far. Each year we set up Christmas trees in our Narthex during Advent. On the trees are hundreds of ornaments with printed requests for all kinds of gifts and items needed by people in our community. Parishioners take these ornaments off the trees, shop for the items on the ornaments, and then return the ornaments and gifts to the parish. The Outreach Services Ministry then distributes the items to those in need through our partner agencies.
Gifts this year will be donated to Cassata Catholic High School, Catholic Charities Fort Worth, GRACE, Good Shepherd’s Honduras Mission Program, Loreto House, WholeLife Authentic Care, SafeHaven of Tarrant County, the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur, and people served by the Good Shepherd Visitation Ministry.
Thank you so much for your continued generosity and outpouring of love during this holy season of Advent. Your kindness touches the hearts of hundreds of people in our community and Honduras.
Questions? Contact Kathy Guarino at [email protected] or 817-421-1387.
A disciple SHARES the Gospel.
We are empowered as Spirit-filled missionary disciples to share the
Good News of the saving victory of Jesus Christ in our families,
places of work, friendships, and neighborhoods.
Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Receive Hope & Healing “I found my way back to a loving God! I know He forgives me and I know He still loves me.” If you are hurting, please know that you are not alone. Our Lord
offers us hope and healing. Has abortion impacted your life? Call 817-923-4757 for post-abortion healing resources. All calls are confidential.
Catholic Respect Life
Resources for Infertility Quote from article Infertility by Jeannie Hannemann, MA: “[W]hen a couple is unable to have children, it causes great pain emotionally, intellectually, physically, and
spiritually. The feelings of emptiness and loss are overwhelming. The search for reasons and remedies becomes a relentless passion. Doctors, procedures, the time, the cost, the hope, and the hurt are constant companions on the lonely road walked by couples searching for the destination of parenthood.”
View the quote’s article at foryourmarriage.org/infertility
A new medical clinic in line with Catholic teaching, WholeLife Authentic Care (with NaProTECHNOLOGY), is opening in Fort Worth. Visit their web page at wholelifeac.com to learn more. As well, please refer to Good Shepherd’s Catholic Respect Life web page at gscc.net/crl for more information on this topic as well as other Respect Life topics.
Agape love is selfless, unconditional, active, and expressed through action.
What does Jesus mean when He commands you to “Love (agape) others as I have loved (agape) you”?
Regardless of how you love Him, Jesus commands that you act to tend and feed His sheep!
How will you “love” the homeless? Learn more: www.povertyusa.org
Learn more and inform your conscience: https://tinyurl.com/CSTofHumanLifeDignity If you are performing works of charity and mercy now, what more can you do?
Donate and volunteer with GSCC Outreach, GRACE, or Catholic Charities.
Support our Bishops to advocate for all people!
Help us shelter one homeless family!
Join the Social Justice Ministry by contacting Robert Torres at [email protected]
Social Justice Weekly Reflection
Sponsored by the Men’s Club
Sunday, Dec. 8 after the 9:00am & 11:00am Masses Join us! Cost: $6/adult; $3/child; $20/family. We hope to see you there!
Diocesan Job Opportunity
The Director of Stewardship and Parish Relations is a practicing Catholic with a knowledge of Catholic teaching and a personal commitment to a life of grateful giving. This person will be responsible for implementing the Bishop’s vision of the spirituality of stewardship throughout the Diocese of Fort Worth, which covers 28 counties in north central Texas. He/she will work closely with the Advancement Foundation team, other chancery staff, pastors and parish committees to promote a culture of stewardship in the parishes that inspires all Catholics to share their time, talent and financial resources to advance the mission of Jesus Christ. For more information, visit gscc.net/employment and click on Diocesan Job Listings.
