W e lc o m in g C hr i s t 2021 Stewardship Renewal
H O S P I TA L I T Y Welcoming Christ
“And the king will say to them in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.’” — Matthew 25:40 Hospitality — being friendly and welcoming — is one of the foremost hallmarks of a stewardship parish. One of the simplest ways that we can show others the love of God is by helping them feel wanted, valuable and welcome. At St. Isidore, we want our members to feel like they belong to a friendly community, so that they can become engaged in the life of the Church. In keeping with this goal, our theme for this year’s Stewardship Renewal is “Welcoming Christ.” As Scripture tells us in the Gospel of Matthew, when we help or serve others who are less fortunate than us, we are loving Christ Himself. When we take an extra moment to smile at someone, or bring them dinner during a rough time, we are telling that person that they are “good,” and that we love and appreciate them as fellow children of God. This year, during our Stewardship Renewal, take a minute to reexamine yourself. Do you spend time in daily prayer? Can you make a concrete effort to help another person — be it a longtime friend or a new parishioner — feel wanted and appreciated? Will you give of your finances, one of your most valuable commodities, so that God can bless you and others? 2
S T E WA R D S H I P O F T I M E Spending Time With God In Prayer
We, as a community of faith, must remember that we cannot give what we do not have. In order for us to welcome others into the life of the Church, we first need to make sure that our spiritual lives are properly in order. To become a more prayerful person, take inventory of how you spend the 168 hours in the week. Are you taking time to talk to God in prayer, to speak with Him as you would a friend? Are you seeking His truth through reading the Scriptures? Will you make Him first on your priority list so that you are able to give to others from the graces He has given you? COMMUNITY PRAYER The Mass is the highest prayer of the Church, and should also be the high point of our week. Consider making it your top priority to never miss a Sunday liturgy. PERSONAL PRAYER Each person needs to spend time with God one-on-one. A daily heart-to-heart conversation with Christ is the key to personal spiritual growth. Pope Francis encourages Catholics to spend 10 minutes each day in prayerful reflection. In addition, resources for prayer can be found at usccb.org/bible/readings or on Catholic phone and tablet apps, such as iBreviary, Magnificat or Divine Office. FAMILY PRAYER “The family that prays together stays together.” Choose times each day to pray with your spouse and children: bedtime prayers, a Scripture verse at mealtimes, or a decade of the Rosary on the way to school or work. 3
S T E WA R D S H I P O F TA L E N T Serving In Ministry
Following the example Christ set for us, we strive to offer ourselves in service to others. Every day, we have the choice to serve or to sit back; to get involved or be self-involved. This year, is God calling you to do more for others through service? As the pages of this book attest, there are dozens of opportunities throughout the year to serve others, educate our children, reach out to the needy, and much more. Your participation is welcome. Let’s work together to build a welcoming community as we serve God and one another. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Our children learn about God and prepare for the sacraments, thanks to the hard work of our Religious Education catechists. Will you use your gifts to help our young people grow in their relationship with Christ? PARISH LIFE Our parish has a lot of ministries and means by which you can serve others, from ushering to cooking to community outreach. What means of service inspire you the most? Where is your conscience stirring, inviting you to get involved in our parish ministries to serve God and His people?
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S T E WA R D S H I P O F T R E A S U R E Generous Financial Support
Christian discipleship requires that we put Christ first in every aspect of our lives, including our finances. Are you grateful to God that you are employed? Do you recognize the blessings the Lord has bestowed on you financially? How will you commit to giving back to the Lord a portion of your income? As you discern the amount of your gift, remember that God calls us to give from our “first fruits,” not from our leftovers. Ask for the grace to put God first in your finances. At St. Isidore, we give to God according to the scriptural “tithe”, which literally means 10% of one’s harvest or income. Each family is encouraged to break up the tithe as follows:
5% to God through the parish offertory 1% to the diocese 4% to other charitable causes If you’re unable to give the full biblical tithe right now, assess what percentage you can give, and then move up by 1% or 2% increments each year until you can reach the full 10%. CHALLENGE YOURSELF If you know you should increase your level of giving, but find it difficult to do so, challenge yourself: “How much do I spend every month on entertainment and eating out? Does my spending reflect the priority of God in my life?” Giving a Percentage Why should we determine the amount of our gift based on a percentage of income? We give the tithe (which means 10% of one’s harvest or income) because it is a Scriptural benchmark that has been honored since the early Church (see Malachi 3:10). 5
2021 MINISTRY LISTINGS
CHAMORU MINISTRY Contact: Angel Salas, 530-673-1573, asalas_angel@aol.com
Please visit stisidore-yubacity.org for ministry descriptions.
CURSILLO Contact: Hilario Rivera, 530-790-7640
ALTAR CARE Contact: Bibiana Mansanalan, 530-674-9618, patsirishrose@comcast.net
DEFENSORES DE LA FE Contact: Demetrio Mendez, 530-933-4495, demetriomendez@att.net
ALTAR SERVERS Contact: Mike Cowley, 530-300-5644, theframeshopyc@yahoo.com
EUCHARISTIC APOSTLES OF THE DIVINE MERCY Contact: Cathy Marsh, 530-755-1536, marsh95901@gmail.com
C.A.N. — Christian Assistance Network Contact: Sandy Duncan, 530-671-4786, duncan.sandy@comcast.com CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD (AGES 3-12) Contact: Michelle Knox, 530-673-1573, mknox@stisidore-yubacity.org
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EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Contact: Emmy Yandall, 530-701-0408, eyandell@comcast.net FILIPINO MINISTRY Contact: Gina Krog, 530-673-1573, Kroggin55@gmail.com
FRATERNITAS FATHERS AND SONS YOUTH GROUP Contact: Greg Thompson, 530-713-9909, gregandjill565@gmail.com; Matt Nelson, 530-635-3016, james2v18@gmail.com GROUNDS CARE Contact: Parish Office, 530-673-1573 GRUPO DE ORACION Contact: Martin Gonzalez, 530-673-1573 GUADALUPANAS Contact: Cora Garcia, 530-713-3176, corasbeauty@live.com KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Contact: Edwin Gomez, 530-788-2427, zemogde@yahoo.com LECTORS Contact: John Thoo, 530-673-1573, jbthoo@mac.com LEGION OF MARY Contact: Pat Whitten, 530-673-2613, jerry_pat@comcast.net
MARRIAGE PREPARATION Contact: Paige Westlake, 530-673-1573, pwestlake@stisidore-yubacity.org MINISTRY TO THE HOMELESS Contact: Eldon Vignery, 530-218-2412, deaconeldon@gmail.com MINISTRY TO THE SICK AND ELDERLY Contact: Henry Garrido, 408-390-7620; Nina Garrido, 530-674-4777, ninag49@hotmail.com MUSIC MINISTRY Contact: Sue Plasman, 530-695-0509, splasman@comcast.net PADRES Y MADRES ORANTES Contact: Irene Pureco, 916-873-5114, irenepuregarcia1981@outlook.com PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Contact: Cynthia Pelfrey, 530-632-7417, pelfreyc@yahoo.com
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA) Contact: Helen Gomez, 530-673-1573, hgomez@stisidore-yubacity.org; Megan Chissie, 530-673-1573, megchissie@gmail.com RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Contact: Michelle Knox, 530-673-1573, mknox@stisidore-yubacity.org RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY Contact: Maureen Guth, 530-713-8579, mm@guthchangaris.com SOCIETY OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL Contact: Liz Bell, 530-671-5154, bbell249@comcast.net ST. ISIDORE SCHOOL Contact: Susan Burky (Principal), 530-673-2217, sburky@stisidoreschool.org
ST. PAUL STREET EVANGELIZATION Contact: Greg Thompson, 530-713-9909, gregandjill565@gmail.com THIRD ORDER DOMINICAN FORMATION Contact: Matt Nelson, 530-635-3016, james2v18@gmail.com UNBOUND DELIVERANCE MINISTRY Contact: Cheryl Erickson, 530-300-4736, unbound@scd.org USHERS Contact: Tomas Hernandez, 530-217-9311, jrhernandez530@gmail.com YOUNG LADIES INSTITUTE Contact: Pat Raedon, 530-218-1540 YOUTH MINISTRY — JUNIOR HIGH (GRADES 6-8) Contact: In need of a leader, call parish office at 530-673-1573 7
RETUR N ITa NleG Y OTaU R Ta le n t/ n to le n to COMMITMENT CARD
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Respect Life Ministry Society of St. Vincent de Pau l St. Isidore Scho ol St. Paul Stre et Evangelization Third Order Dominican Form ation Unbound Deli verance Ministry Ushers Youth Group Young Ladies Institute Other_______
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“Give to the Most High as he has given to you, generously, according to your means. For he is a God who always repays and will give back to you sevenfold.” — Sirach 35: 12-13
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All members of our parish are asked to complete a stewardship Commitment Card. If you’re already praying, involved in parish ministries andtithing, we still invite you to participate in our Stewardship MINISTfilling ER IOS EN Renewal through out Commitment Card. ESPa AÑOL Make the choice today to be faithful to your word and to what God is calling you to this year.
2021 COMMI TMENT CAR D 2 0 2 1 TA R J E TA D E C O M P RO MISO
First & Last Name /Nombre y apell ido (una tarjeta por familia) Phone/Numero de Telefono (Impo rtante) Email/Correo Electronico (Impo rtante) Spouse: First & Last Name/Cón yuge:
e: Numero de Telefo no (Importante)
Spouse: Email/Cón yuge: Correo Electr onico (Importante ) Address/Direcc ión City/Ciudado
222 S. Clar k Aven ue | Yuba City, CA | 9599 1 (530 ) 673- 1573 | stisi dore -yub acity .org
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Spouse: Phone/Có nyug
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ódigo postal After completion , please bring this card to Mass on Oct. 23/24, or mail using the envelope prov ided. Thank you and God bless you! Una vez completad a, traiga esta tarje 23/24 de octu ta a Misa el bre, o envíela por correo utilizando el sobre prov isto. ¡Gracias y que Dios te bendiga!
Please keep until Fall 2022
222 S. Clark Avenue • Yuba City, CA 95991 • (530) 673-1573 • stisidore-yubacity.org