Franciscan Friars

PARISH INFORMATION
(760) 757-3250 / Fax. (760) 757-3299
E-mail: mslrp@sanluisreyparish.org
Parish Office Hours/Horario de Oficina:
Tues./Sat.: 8:00-4:00 pm
4070 Mission Ave., Oceanside CA 92057
Website: www.sanluisreyparish.org
PARISH OFFICE/OFICINA PRINCIPAL
(760) 757-3250 / mslrp@sanluisreyparish.org
Shirley Gonzalez - Secretary (760) 547-0706
December 12, 2010
BUSINESS OFFICE/OFICINA DE NEGOCIOS
Allen Hartman-Business Manager Third Sunday of Advent
(760) 547-0705 / bizmgr@sanluisreyparish.org
Martha Sandling-Bookkeeper
(760) 547-0711 / finance@sanluisreyparish.org
PASTORAL STAFF
    Fr. Charles “Chuck” Talley, OFM - Pastor:
FAITH FORMATION/FORMACION DE FE (760) 757-3250 x114/ pastor@sanluisreyparish.org
(760) 547-0716 / resecretary@sanluisreyparish.org Fr. Adrian Peelo, OFM - Associate Pastor:
(760) 757-3250 x123/ fradrian@sanluisreyparish.org
Bill Bischoff - Director of Catechetical Ministry
Fr. Luis Guzman, OFM - Associate Pastor:
(760) 547-0702/ religioused@sanluisreyparish.org
(760) 757-3250 x107/ frluis@sanluisreyparish.org
SOCIAL CONCERNS/ASUNTOS SOCIALES
Carmen Parra (760) 547-0708 LITURGY SCHEDULE
Monday – Saturday:
PARISH SCHOOL/ESCUELA PARROQUIAL
Daily Mass Parish Chapel - 7:30 a.m.
(760) 757-3232 / www.omms.org  

Wanda King - Principal Saturday Liturgies/Misas:

Pre-School thru 8th grade Serra Center - 5:00 p.m., [7:00 p.m. Español]
 
Office Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Sunday Liturgies/Misas:
DIGITAL MEDIA/MEDIOS DE COMUNICACION Old Mission: 7:00 a.m.
Karen Willson (760) 547-0701/ Serra Center: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m.,
stewards@sanluisreyparish.org [12:00 p.m. Español], and 5:00 p.m.
 

HISTORIC OLD MISSION/MISION ANTIGUA Sacrament of Reconciliation/

(760) 757-3651 / www.sanluisrey.org
Fr. Laurence Dolan, OFM - Guardian
Fr. David Gaa, OFM - Executive Director
Ed Gabarra - Administrator
Terry Hawthorne - Cemetery (760) 757-3651 x133
Retreat Center - (760) 757-3659
AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY
ANOINTING OF THE SICK/EMERGENCIAS
(760) 583-3393
Reconciliación
Saturdays/Sábados:
Serra Center: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
(Except on Holiday Weekends, i.e.,
Memorial Day, etc./Excepto en los días festivos)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento
1st Friday/1er Viernes
Parish Chapel: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
 From The Pastor’s Desk
Dear Parish Family,
Peace and all good! Today, the Church marks the mid-
point in the Advent season with a moment of rest and
reflection. By tradition, it is known as Gaudete Sunday—
from the Latin word meaning “Rejoice!” The presiding
priest wears rose-colored vestments (but not rose-
colored glasses) and we light the single pink candle on the
Advent wreath to mark the special significance of the
date. In a way, this is the half-time show: a time to stop,
take stock of how we are preparing ourselves spiritually,
and to start all over again in case the first part of the
season has been disastrous. There is absolutely no
reason to stay discouraged; the Lord is with us.
In today’s Gospel from Matthew (11:2-11), Jesus receives
word that his cousin John the Baptist is in prison awaiting
an uncertain fate. John is anxious, afraid, insecure and in
doubt: Is Jesus the Promised One or not? If not, then
John’s ministry has been in vain and his suffering has no
meaning whatsoever. Jesus sends words of reassurance
to John through John’s followers, referring to the Baptist
as one is “more than a prophet.” Much more! Jesus
validates John’s faith and commitment and gives him
strength to go on.
Jesus does the same with us. He sends word to us
through the people who touch our lives—to let us know
when we are on track. As human beings we are prone to
frustration and discouragement. Right now, we live in
difficult times: the economy is in terrible shape;
unemployment is high; more and more families are facing
loss of their homes through foreclosure. Many good
people are tempted to self-medicate through any number
of addictive and ultimately self-destructive behaviors.
And still others of us—especially during the holiday
season—experience loneliness and depression often
heightened by illness, age, isolation and fear.
Whatever prison we may feel that we inhabit at any
Parish News & Happenings
YEAR END PLANNING
If you have been reading the business
section of either of our local papers you have
no doubt noticed that the year end tax advice
columns are starting to appear. The last
quarter of the year is the time to take the
necessary actions to reduce that tax liability that looms just
around the corner. Many folks choose charitable giving as
the avenue to reduce those taxes. If this is your plan please
do not forget our parish. If you need to make a mandatory
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given time the Lord sends us his Word to free us: to
encourage us, to give us renewed hope, and to
strengthen our faith. He does this through Scripture,
prayer and Eucharist, but also through the invaluable
ministry of ‘presence’ that we offer to one another. Here
in our parish, that presence is shown in very concrete
ways: through the friendships people have formed, and
more formally through the important work of our Social
Concerns office directed by Carmen Parra and her
dedicated team of volunteers, as well as through the
efforts of the Knights of Columbus and other
outreach-oriented groups, including and especially our
ushers and other ministers of hospitality… And let’s not
forget the successful parish retreats offered this past
week by Father Larry (English) and Frs. Luis, Andres and
myself (Spanish). Many thanks to everyone for your
important witness!
Jesus also reaches us through his and our Mother, Mary.
During this past week, we have celebrated two major
feasts in honor of the Blessed Virgin: the Immaculate
Conception and Our Lady of Guadalupe. Under both
titles, Mary is the special patroness of the United States
and, as Pope John Paul II stated “of all of America.” We
‘rejoice’ in her protection and love, her special care and,
most especially, through her faithful witness.
Finally, on behalf of the entire Franciscan community
here at San Luis Rey (Frs. Larry, David, Adrian, Luis and
myself; Brother Moe, as well as our Covenant members
Kay and Marie) I would like to express our deep gratitude
and appreciation to everyone for the tremendous
outpouring of friendship, support, and love as we
mourned the passing of our brother Kelly Cullen. You
came to visit us when we were imprisoned in our grief.
And you brought us Christ’s consolation and hope.
Thank you and…
God bless,
Fr. Chuck
IRA withdrawal this can be done directly to the church and
tax can be avoided. We know that there are many demands
on your resources, and many charitable organizations asking
for your gift, just remember that what you give to your
church is used right here. It may be for food for the needy,
education for our youth, or services to other sectors of our
community, but it stays here.
If there is a special need that you would like your gift to
address just say so with a note and we will honor your wish.
Thank you for all that you do and all that you give. Our
parish is stronger and better able to cope with local needs
because of your gifts.
- Allen Hartman, Business Manager
 HOLIDAY MASS SCHEDULE 2010
ADVENT COMMUNAL RECONCILIATION SERVICES
at our neighboring parishes:
[Our Regular Sacrament of Reconciliation is Saturdays from
10:00-11:00 a.m., except on Saturday, Dec., 25 & Jan. 1st]
Monday, December 13, 2010
St. John, Encinitas (760) 753-6254 – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
St. James, Solana Beach (858) 755-2545 – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 15 & Thursday Dec. 16, 2010
Nativity, Rancho Santa Fe (858) 756-1911 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 17, 2010
St. Elizabeth Seton, Carlsbad (760) 438-3393 – 7:00 p.m.
Monday, December 20, 2010
St. Mark, San Marcos (760) 744-1540 – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
St. Peter, Fallbrook (760) 728-7034 – 6:00 p.m.
CHRISTMAS EVE—FULFILLS CHRISTMAS DAY OBLIGATION
Friday, December 24, 2010
(There will be NO 7:30 a.m. Mass)
Serra Center: 4:00 p.m. Children’s Mass (English), 6:00 p.m.
Family Mass (English), 8:00 p.m. (Spanish), 10:00 p.m. (English).
Old Mission Church: *12:00 Midnight Mass (English)
(*Call 760-757-3250 for reservations)
CHRISTMAS DAY—HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION
Saturday, December 25, 2010
(NO Reconciliation, 7:30 a.m., 5:00 or 7:00 p.m. Masses)
Old Mission Church: 7:00 a.m. (English)
Serra Center: 8:00 a.m. (English), 10:00 a.m. (English).
Old Mission Church: 12:00 noon (Spanish)
Sunday, December 26, 2010 - Regular Sunday Masses
Old Mission Church: 7:00 a.m. (English).
Serra Center: 8:00 a.m. (English), 10:00 a.m. (English),
12:00 noon (Spanish), and 5:00 p.m. (English)
MARY, MOTHER OF GOD (NEW YEAR’S DAY—
HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION)
Saturday, January 1, 2011
(NO 7:30 a.m. Mass and NO Reconciliation)
Serra Center: 10:00 a.m. (English)
Saturday, January 1, 2011 - Regular Vigil Masses:
Serra Center: 5:00 p.m. (English), 7:00 p.m. (Spanish).
Sunday, January 2, 2011 - Regular Sunday Masses:
Old Mission Church: 7:00 a.m. (English).
Serra Center: 8:00 a.m. (English), 10:00 a.m. (English),
12:00 noon (Spanish), and 5:00 p.m. (English)
OFFICES CLOSED FRIDAY, DEC. 24, 2010 AT NOON. WE
RETURN ON WED., JANUARY 5, 2011.
WE WISH EVERYONE HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
DURING THIS CLOSURE, IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY OR
REQUIRE FUNERAL PLANNING, CALL (760) 583-3393
Fr. Raul Alejos-Montelongo
Recently, a number of parishioners have asked us about Fr.
Raul Alejos. As you may recall, last December, Fr. Raul left
his assignment here at Mission San Luis Rey Parish. At that
time, he asked his Franciscan brothers, for help, and reported
that he was suffering from the disease of alcoholism. After
leaving the parish, Fr. Raul was sent to Portland, Oregon for a
complete psychological evaluation. He underwent further
psychological evaluations and treatment at a special
rehabilitation facility for clergy in Pennsylvania. Against the
recommendation of his superiors and the directors of the
program, Fr. Raul left the program without completing it and
returned to Mexico.
In September of this year, Father Raul received notice that
he was being dismissed from the Franciscan order “for grave
reasons”. He is no longer a Franciscan friar. He is prohibited
from functioning in any way as a priest in the Diocese of San
Diego and in other dioceses in the United States. The bishops
of Mexico have also been made aware of Fr. Raul’s current
status and unless or until he obtains permission from a
bishop, he may not function as a priest.
If you have any questions or concerns about this matter,
please contact the pastor, Fr. Chuck, directly.
ATTENTION DRIVERS:
For the safety of your belongings, we please ask that you
make sure to lock your vehicles and secure your items out
of sight. We’ve had two incidents this year and we would
like to avoid any future occurrences.
Thank you.
SOCIAL CONCERNS CHRISTMAS BASKET
AND ANGEL TREE PROGRAMS
Please sponsor a family to receive a generous
Christmas Food Basket by donating $40.00 per
family for everything needed for a delicious meal.
Please mark your check “food baskets” and place it in the
collection. Any donations of turkeys, hams, desserts, or
in-date canned goods are greatly appreciated. Donations may
be brought to the Social Concerns Department in the Loretto
House during normal parish business hours.
FAMILIES SPONSORED TO DATE: 155
Can you help with our ANGEL TREE? Located in Serra
Ctr. and the Parish Chapel, these trees have angels with the
name, age and sex of a local child who needs you to be a spe-
cial Santa. Please bring your donations of unwrapped gifts or
gift cards directly to the Social Concerns Department behind
the main parish building. If you would like us to purchase
your present, we suggest a donation of $20.00 per Angel gift.
If you would like more information, please contact me at
ext. 108. Thank you and God Bless.
Carmen Parra - Director of Social Concerns
December 12, 2010 — Third Sunday of Advent | 3
 Advent Party for
Altar Server Families
Please plan on attending our Advent Party on Thursday,
December 16, at 7 pm in the McKeon Center. The Knights of
Columbus are graciously treating the Altar Servers to pizza
and each family is asked to bring a dish or dessert to share.
Please contact Laura Chun at 760-726-2486 (English) or
Lucila Marez at 760-529-0828 (Spanish) with any questions.
MSLRP Knights of Columbus present:
A Family Christmas Celebration
Saturday, December 18 • 5-9 p.m. • McKeon Ctr.
Includes: Delicious Mexican Dinner, Music, Christmas
Caroling, Raffle Prizes, a Visit from Santa Claus, and a Special
Nativity Prayer
This event benefits the MSLRP “Angel Tree” Program and
Military Families in Need
Donation: Adults - $10.00 • Children 6-12 - $5.00 • Under 6 - Free
$15 at door—Cash or Checks only
SCC’s New Year’s Eve Party
Friday, December 31, 2010. 8:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
$15 single/ $25 couple
Music for all! Fun, Dancing and Food.
All are invited!
Sponsored by the SCC’s. Tickets available. Call Margi Arguello
760-630.8815. Proceeds going to the Sports Court.
POINSETTIAS
If you would like to have a poinsettia plant placed
in one of our worship spaces IN MEMORY OF or IN
HONOR OF a family member or friend, please
complete the form below and return it to the
Parish Office NO LATER THAN TUESDAY DEC. 14, 2010.
Names will be published on the weekend of December
25/26, 2010. Suggested donation is $10.00 per poinsettia.
Please make check payable to “MSLRP”
PLEASE PRINT
Donor (Your Name): ________________________________
In Memory Of (Deceased): ___________________________
In Honor Of (Living): ________________________________
School Notes
Dear Parishioners, you are cordially invited to
OMMS’ 6th grade Christmas play:
“A Christmas Carol”
on Monday, December 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the
McKeon Ctr. Admission is Free!! We will have
holiday goodies and a raffle. (Must be present to win.)
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Faith Formation Office
Tel. 760-547-0716
E-mail: resecretary@sanluisreyparish.org
OFFICE HOURS: Tues.-Fri.:
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Sat.: 9:00 am.- 4:00 p.m.
Closed Days: Mon.
PARENTING MINISTRY
Parents, come join with other Catholic parents on Sundays
from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. in the McKeon Center for faith,
fellowship, and fun family ideas while your child is in
Religious Education classes.
For more information, call Andy & Grace Domingo
760.721.8131.
CHILDREN & YOUTH FAITH FORMATION
For any questions or more information please contact the
coordinators of the programs.
Elementary (English); 7th - 9th: Larry LaGrasta 760-547-0712
Elementary (Spanish): Elena Zavala 760-547-0715
Confirmation - 12th: Bill Bischoff 760-547-0702
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
WHAT CATHOLICS BELIEVE! - RCIA INQUIRY
- Have you considered becoming a Catholic?
- Are you interested in what Catholics believe?
- Have you been away for a while and want to know what
has changed?
- Are you Catholic and have questions or want to find out
more about your faith?
LESSONS OF FAITH:
Tuesday mornings at 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM in Rm. #1.
A review of our beliefs, and discussions on life today in the
Catholic Faith using the United States Catholic Catechism for
Adults as our guide. Lot’s of questions, discussions, and
much, much more.
WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY:
Wednesdays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM; Thursday mornings
from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM and afternoons 1:30 PM to 3:00
PM in Rm. #1.
We will be using Little Rock Bible Study as the format for
study and discussion. Join us at any time!
For more information on any of these programs, contact
Bill Bischoff at 760-547-0702.
For more information on these or any Adult Faith Formation
program, please call Bill Bischoff at 760-547-0702.
 Reading Resources Stewardship of Treasure
PARISH LIBRARY With gratitude for the gifts they have received, parishioners and
visitors made a joyful return to the Lord of the following:
Please visit our wonderful Parish Library to
discover many wonderful treasures about Collection for the weekend of 12/05/10
the Catholic Faith, saints, bible study, popes, Envelope Collection (# of envelopes = 468): $14,520.23
and scores of other topics in published and Loose Checks: $1,238.00
media formats. We are open every Thursday Plate Collection: $4,344.49
10 AM-2 PM and every Sunday 8:30 AM to 12 SUNDAY COLLECTION: $20,102.72
Noon. We now have Mr. Tony Martinez EFT Donations: $4,856.00
available for our Spanish-speaking brothers and sisters. TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION: $24,958.72
Our Spanish library is growing, so stop in and check it out.
For Information, call Pat Thompson at 760-433-8433. The comparison for the same period in 2009:
SUNDAY COLLECTION: $20,098.50
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: EFT Donations: $4,823.50
The Sistine Chapel TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION: $24,922.00
with the Sistine Chapel Choir *****************
This video presents a breathtaking This fiscal year’s weekly goal is:
picture of the Sistine Chapel—one of $20,575.00
many works of art in the Vatican Our weekly year to date average is $20,011.00
Museums. These museums represent ******************
five hundred years of papal art and span
Retirement Fund for Religious
all the important historical periods. The extraordinary con-
Aging religious need your help. Senior Catholic sisters,
text for the exhibition of these works is the Apostolic Palace
brothers, and religious order priests that offer their lives in
which was decorated by the most important artists of the
service to others — educating the young, comforting the sick,
Renaissance.
seeking justice for the oppressed. Today, many are frail,
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel is among the greatest works
elderly, and in need of assistance. Your gift to the Retirement
of art in the history of the world. This video tour of the
Fund for Religious supports basic necessities such as
chapel’s images from the biblical scriptures is an
prescription drugs and nursing care. Please give generously
extraordinary experience of cultural enrichment and spiritual
to today’s second collection.
nourishment for anyone who has never seen it---as well as a
delightful re-living of those gifts for people who have seen it
before. Opportunities at the Old Mission
OUR PARISH SUNDAY BOOKSTORE: Christmas Dish Gardens & Living Wreaths
Advent & Christmas The Welcome Center at Old Mission San Luis Rey is selling
The Parish Sunday Bookstore is offering many beautiful, living gift items. Their Christmas Dish Gardens and
items to help members of the parish to celebrate Living Wreaths will brighten up any home for the holidays.
the Catholic seasons of Advent and Christmas Each creation is unique, and prices are very reasonable. Stop
including: by soon for a great selection.
Advent wreath rings & candles priced - $5.00 per set. Or
Advent Mondays
wreath ring at $2.99, and the candles at $1.99
December 13 & 20, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Join Fr. Larry Dolan,
Advent Calendars for children & family many choices - $1.00
ofm as we open up the readings of the season.
Nativity Sets (Crèche) – from $16.00 - $40.00
St. Nicholas Christmas ornament - $10.00
“Christmas at the Mission”
Timely Gifts for Christmas also include: bibles for children A night of holiday lights, music, and good food at
and adults, rosaries, statues of many of our favorite saints Old Mission San Luis Rey.
(different sizes & styles), books, and much more! Enjoy a variety of food from local restaurants,
The New Saint Joseph Sunday Missal for 2011 has arrived and opportunity drawings. The event will be on
and is on sale for $5.00. Tuesday Evening, December 14, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The bookstore is available after the 8:00 am & 10:00 am and event tickets: $35 per person.
Masses on Sunday. For more information call Bill Bischoff Reserve tickets by calling, 760-757-3651 x127 or visit
760-547-0702. www.sanluisrey.org.

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 Prayer Makes All The Difference
Happy Birthday To:
[If you’d like a name to be added to the list of birthdays please call the Parish Off.] Javier Aguirre 12/6, Alan Domingo 12/11, Betty
Domingo 12/13, Elizabeth Mendez 12/14, Debbie Nicastro 12/14, Ronald Habel 12/15, Rebecca Baas 12/16, Maria Belcher 12/17, Fe Aspema
Castro 12/18, Edgar Cedeno 12/18, Edgar Flores-Dueñas 12/18, Esmeralda Gonzalez 12/18.
Our Parishioners Asking For Prayers:
[Please contact the Parish Off. to add or remove a parishioner name from the list.] Vincent Abate, Linda Allen, José Ameli-García, Cathy
Archuleta, Ariana Aquino, Sylvia V. Bagon, Ernesto Bazua, 1st Lt. Benjamin Joseph Beck (Army EOD-deployed 8/29/2009) Richard Becker,
John & Mary Fran Blankemeier, Sarah Buzan, Candelaria Castellón, Christian Chavez, Gregory Chávez, Jim Clifford, Susan Custer, Marge
Dealy, Marie DeDonno, Dee Dismuke, Einar Dyblie, Gunnery Sgt. Richard Grant Estudillo (Deployed 4/3/2010 to Afghanistan) Jean
Feehan, Jack Flatau, Francisco & María García, Efrain Gastelum, Virginia Gies, Clare Giska, Jonathan Guerra, Genevieve Haase, Carlos Har-
rison, Jane Heim, Christine Harms, Donald Hunt, Mary Jackson, Lorene Kimbrel, Eva Koenig, Jeanne Kopp, Robert Kremer, Jim Long, Marilyn
Macken, Margaret McChesney, Deborah McLeod, John McGervey, Cullen McGovern-in Iraq, Albert J. Middlesworth, Patrice Miller, Luz Mora,
Herman Mosqueda, Sylvester Nwizu, Eleanor Papevis, Alesio & Elsie Pele, Gabriel, Sheila, & Anastasia Pele, Imeleta Pele, Maria Pele, Gina
Ponce, Thelma Poorman, Julia Prendergast, Samuel Ramirez, Nancy Reinhardt, Max & Eva Ruiz, Conrad Salinas II (deployed 12/2009 to
Iraq), Conrad Salinas III (deployed 11/2009 to Afghanistan), Anita Saldaña, Irene Sarrazin, Ruth Schneider, Joseph F. Schwartz, Patricia
Sherwin, Cynthia Smith, Captain Leah Smith (deployed in Kuwait), Rita Stack, Dorothy Sweeney, Elizabeth Sweeney, Patrick Sweeney, Roy
Timerman, Stella Thil, Angel Tirona, Leticia Villanueva, Vincent Vitale, George Weaver, Tim Weber, Jan Weits, Patty Wiley.
Family & Friends of Parishioners:
[Unless an update is given to the Parish Office, names will be kept on the list for a month only.] Annie Berk 11/2, Melba Bishop 11/23,
Paul Cassidy 11/9, Howard Desforges 11/10, Alex Doyle 11/17, Peter Gallé 11/30, Olga Ghirardelli 11/15, Michael Giannelli 11/4, Rita Gore
11/9, Luis & Amelia Guerrero 11/19, Emma Joel 11/3, Brian Keith 11/9, William Keith 11/9, William Lucius 11/9, Atanacio Manibusan 11/30,
Mimi Mullaney 10/28, Corporal Jason Pacheco (wounded in Afghanistan), Monsignor Thomas Pendergast 12/17, The Potts Family 11/6,
David Ramos (deployed to Afghanistan), Sgt. Walter Sanderson (deployed 5/2010), Don Sandling 11/30, Jan Spires 11/30, Rosario Tai-
tano 11/30, Joan Thackaberry 11/30, Nick Timerman 11/23, Darrell Turner 11/10, Lisa Warrillow 11/9, Rose Yamamoto 11/24.
Hospital: Frank Miconi (UCSD Cancer Center, La Jolla), Katiuscia Iccabella, Rose Yamamoto, Rick Perkins, Alex Doyle
Hospice: DeLourice Varrichio Solomine
Death: Adele Davis, Reggie Garavito
Death Anniversary: José Ramirez

Parish Mass Intentions Nourishment for the Soul

December 18– December 25, 2010 (A Week Ahead)
Sat., Dec. 18: 5:00 p.m. SC +Jackie Varrichio TODAY'S READINGS
11:30 p.m. SC Fr. Andres Rivero, ofm First Reading -- The barren deserts will rejoice and flower.
Sun., Dec. 19: 7:00 a.m. OM +Sr. Eileen Tomlinson Tired bodies will receive strength. Aching hearts will be made
8:00 a.m. SC +George Auer, USMC Ret. glad (Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10).
10:00 a.m. SC Herman Mosqueda Psalm -- Lord, come and save us (Psalm 146).
12:00 p.m. SC +Bruce Kalua Second Reading -- Be patient, for the coming of the Lord is as
5:00 p.m. SC +Dana Edaugal sure as the rain (James 5:7-10).
Mon., Dec. 20: 7:30 a.m. PC Ana Fe Salvador Gospel -- Tell of what you hear and see: The blind regain
Tues., Dec. 21: 7:30 a.m. PC +Florence Cardinal their vision, the crippled their movement, the deaf their
hearing. The dead are raised to new life! (Matthew 11:2-11).
Wed., Dec. 22: 7:30 a.m. SC Alice Nolan
Thurs., Dec. 23: 7:30 a.m. PC +Sr. Eileen Tomlinson
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Fri., Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve: Monday: Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a; Mt 21:23-27
4:00 p.m. SC Children of the Parish
Tuesday: Zep 3:1-2, 9-13; Mt 21:28-32
6:00 p.m. SC +Thomas Inalesby, Sr.
Wednesday: Is 45: 6b-8, 18, 21b-25; Lk 7:18b-23
8:00 p.m. SC +Sharon Galvin Becker
Thursday: Is 54:1-10; Lk 7:24-30
10:00 p.m. SC +Michael Hawthorne
Friday: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Mt 1:1-17
Sat., Dec. 25 - Christmas Day: Saturday: Jer 23:5-8; Mt 1:18-25
8:00 a.m. OM +Evelyn R. Honour Sunday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24
10:00 a.m. SC +Guillermo Cubillos
*SC - Serra Center ; OM - Old Mission ; PC - Parish Chapel

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 WEEKLY CALENDAR/CALENDARIO SEMANAL
Sunday, December 12 through Saturday, December 18, 2010
Domingo 12 de diciembre hasta el sábado 18 de diciembre del 2010
SUNDAY, December 12, 2010 - Third Sunday of
Advent - Gaudete Sunday (Violet/Rose)
Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day
Sunday Masses: Old Mission - 7:00 a.m. | Serra Ctr. - 8:00 a.m.,
10:00 a.m., [12:00 p.m. Spanish] and 5:00 p.m.
NO Elementary Faith Formation
Library Open: 8:00-12:00 noon: Parish Center
Bookstore: before and after 8/10 a.m. Masses - Serra Ctr. Foyer
MONDAY, December 13, 2010 - Parish Offices
Closed
[For “Anointing of the Sick” emergencies and/or
funerals, call (760) 583-3393]
Daily Parish Chapel Mass: 7:30 a.m.
OMMS presents: “A Christmas Carol” Play: McKeon Ctr. - 6:30 pm
Advent Communal Reconciliation Service: St. John,
Encinitas (760-753-6254) - 7:00 p.m.
TUESDAY, December 14, 2010
Daily Parish Chapel Mass: 7:30 a.m.
Charismatic Prayer Mtg.: Old Mission Clare Room - 10:30 a.m.
Lessons of Faith Bible Study (Bill Bischoff): Room #1 - 11:00 a.m.
Youth Faith Formation:
Parish and McKeon Center Buildings - 6:30 p.m.
Heads of Liturgy Mtg.: Serra Center - 7:00 p.m.
Advent Communal Reconciliation Service: St. James,
Solana Beach (858-755-2545) - 7:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, December 15, 2010
Daily Parish Chapel Mass: 7:30 a.m.
BINGO (x145): McKeon Center open at 9:00 a.m., starts 11:30 am
Bible Study (Bill Bischoff): PC Rm. #1 - 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
What Catholics Believe: McKeon Ctr. Rm. #20 - 6:30 p.m.
Centering Prayer: McKeon Center Rm. #12 - 7:00 p.m.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Devotion: Chapel - 7:00 p.m.
RCIA: McKeon Ctr. Rm. #21 - 7:00 p.m.
OMMS Christmas Program - Serra Ctr. 6:30 p.m.
Advent Communal Reconciliation Service: Nativity,
Rancho Santa Fe (858-756-1911) - 7:00 p.m.
THURSDAY, December 16, 2010
Daily Parish Chapel Mass: 7:30 a.m.
Bible Study (Bill Bischoff): PC Rm. #1 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Library Open: Library Rm. - 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m.
Altar Server Advent Party: McKeon Ctr. - 7:00 p.m.
Advent Communal Reconciliation Service: Nativity,
Rancho Santa Fe (858-756-1911) - 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY, December 17, 2010
Daily Parish Chapel Mass: 7:30 a.m.
Advent Communal Reconciliation Service: St. Elizabeth Seton,
Carlsbad (760-438-3393) - 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY, December 18, 2010
Daily Parish Chapel Mass: 7:30 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Serra Center - 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Samoan Choir Rehearsal: Music Room - 8:00 a.m.
Intercessory Prayer (Beverly 760-758-0374): Rm. #209 - 8:15 a.m.
BINGO (x145): McKeon Center open at 9:00 a.m., starts 11:30 am
Knights of Columbus Christmas Party: McKeon Ctr. - 5 p.m.
MASSES: Serra Ctr. - 5:00 p.m. English; 7:00 p.m. Spanish Mass
DOMINGO, 12 de diciembre - Domingo 3° de
Adviento (Rosa) - Día de Ntra. Sra. de Guadalupe
Mañanitas: Centro Serra - 4:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. y Convivencia
en el Centro McKeon de 6:00 a.m. a 8:00 a.m.
MISAS: Misión Antigua - 7:00 a.m. (inglés),
Centro Serra - 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. (inglés), 12:00 m.d. con
drama (español - Padre Andrés) y 5:00 p.m. (inglés)
Colecta Especial para: Fondo para la Jubilación de Religiosos -
durante todas las Misas
Librería: Cerrada
No habrá Formación de Fe - Pre-Escolar a 6to grado
LUNES, 13 de diciembre - Oficinas Cerradas
Día de: Santa Lucia, Virgen y Mártir
[Para hablar con un Sacerdote en caso de emergencia,
“unción para los enfermos” o funerales llame
al 760-583-3393]
Servicio de Reconciliación Comunal de Adviento:
St. John, Encinitas (760-753-6254) - 7:00 p.m.
MARTES, 14 de diciembre
Día de: San Juan de la Cruz
Oración de Intercesión: Capilla - 5:00 p.m.
Ensayo del Coro de Grupo de Oración: Salón de Música -
6:30 p.m. a 8:30 p.m.
Formación de Fe Grados 7 al 12, Confirmación y
Adolescentes en RICA (Bill Bischoff 760-547-0702): Centro
Parroquial - 6:30 p.m. a 8:00 p.m.
Servicio de Reconciliación Comunal de Adviento: St. James,
Solana Beach (858) 755-2545 - 7:00 p.m.
MIERCOLES, 15 de diciembre
Las Oficinas Parroquiales estarán cerradas de 11:00 a.m. a
2:00 p.m. debido a una reunión del personal
Servicio de Reconciliación Comunal de Adviento: Nativity,
Rancho Santa Fe (858) 756-1911 - 7:00 p.m.
JUEVES, 16 de diciembre
Día de: El Primer Día de las Posadas
Grupo de Oración: Capilla - 7:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
POSADA: Misión Antigua - 6:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
Servicio de Reconciliación Comunal de Adviento: Nativity,
Rancho Santa Fe (858) 756-1911 - 7:00 p.m.
VIERNES, 17 de diciembre
Servicio de Reconciliación Comunal de Adviento: St. Elizabeth
Seton, Carlsbad (760) 438-3393 - 7:00 p.m.
POSADA: Misión Antigua - 6:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
SABADO, 18 de diciembre
Información para Bautizos (María Ramírez, ext. 113): Segundo
Piso - 9:00 a.m. a 11:30 a.m.
Sacramento de Reconciliación: Centro Serra - 10 a.m. a 11 a.m.
MISA: 5:00 p.m. (inglés) y 7:00 p.m. (español—Padre Chuck)
POSADA: Misión Antigua - 6:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
December 12, 2010 — Third Sunday of Advent | 7

Estimados Miembros de la Familia Parroquial,
¡Paz y Todo Bien!
Hoy la Iglesia marca el punto medio de la estación de
Adviento con un momento de descanso y de reflexión. Tra-
dicionalmente, este es conocido como domingo “Gaudete” -
de la palabra en latín que significa “Regocijarse.” El sacerdo-
te que preside está usando vestiduras de color rosado (pero
no espejuelos de color rosa) y nosotros encendemos la úni-
ca vela rosa de la Corona de Adviento para destacar el signi-
ficado especial de esta fecha. en cierta forma, esta es la
mitad de la demostración: un tiempo para detenernos, de
hacer una evaluación sobre cómo estamos preparándonos
espiritualmente y de empezar de nuevo en el caso de que la
primera parte de la estación haya sido un desastre. No hay
una razón en absoluto para estar descorazonado; el Señor
está con nosotros.
En el Evangelio de hoy de Mateo (11:2-11) Jesús recibe la
noticia de que su primo Juan el Bautista está preso esperan-
do una suerte incierta. Juan está ansioso, temeroso, insegu-
ro y dudando: ¿Es Jesús El Prometido o no? Si no, el ministe-
rio de Juan ha sido en vano y su sufrimiento no tiene signifi-
cado alguno. Jesús le envía palabras de afirmación a Juan a
través de los seguidores de Juan, refiriéndose al Bautista a
uno que “es más que un profeta.” ¡Mucho más! Jesús valora
la fe y la dedicación de Juan y le da fortaleza para continuar.
Jesús hace lo mismo con nosotros. El se comunica con
nosotros a través de las personas que tocan nuestras vi-
das—para dejarnos saber cuando estamos haciendo lo co-
rrecto. Como seres humanos, nosotros estamos expuestos a
frustración y a estar descorazonados. En estos momentos,
estamos viviendo en tiempos difíciles: la economía está en
un estado terrible; el desempleo está bien alto; más y más
familias están perdiendo sus casas por falta de pago. Mucha
gente buena tiene la tentación de medicinarse a través de
un número de adictivos y finalmente, en comportamientos
destructivos. Y aún, algunos de nosotros, especialmente
durante la época festiva, experimentan soledad y depresión
a menudo, agudizándose por enfermedad, edad, aislamien-
to y temor.
Por cualquier prisión que nosotros podamos sentir que
hemos estado viviendo en algún momento, el Señor nos
envía Su Palabra para liberarnos: para darnos fe renovada y
para fortalecernos en nuestra fe. El hace ésto a través de las
Escrituras, de la oración y de la Eucaristía, pero también a
través del ministerio invaluable de la “presencia” que noso-
tros nos ofrecemos unos a otros. Aquí en nuestra parroquia,
la presencia se muestra en formas muy concretas: a través
de la amistad que la gente ha formado y mucho más formal,
a través del trabajo tan importante de nuestra oficina de
Asuntos Sociales dirigido por Carmen Parra y su grupo de
voluntarios como también a través de los esfuerzos de los
Caballeros de Colón y otros grupos orientados a dar ayuda,
incluyendo los ujieres y otros miembros de hospitalidad...
8 | PARROQUIA MISION SAN LUIS REY, Oceanside, California — 12 de diciembre del 2010
Y no olvidemos el retiro parroquial tan exitoso ofrecido por
Padre Larry la semana pasada (inglés) y los padres Luis,
Andrés y este servidor (ofrecieron en español). Muchas gra-
cias a todos por ser testigos importantes.
Jesús también nos alcanza a través de María, su propia
Madre y madre nuestra. Durante esta semana pasada
hemos celebrado sus fiestas mayores en honor de la Santísi-
ma Virgen: La Inmaculada Concepción y Nuestra Señora de
Guadalupe. Bajo los dos titulares, María es la patrona espe-
cial de los Estados Unidos y como informó el Santo Padre
Juan Pablo II, “de toda las Américas.” Nosotros nos regocija-
mos en su protección y en su amor y en su sabiduría espiri-
tual y muy especialmente, a través de su testimonio fiel.
Finalmente, a nombre de la comunidad Franciscana en su
totalidad aquí en San Luis Rey (Padres Larry, David, Adrian,
Luis, Andrés y este servidor; el Hermano Moe como también
los miembros “convenant” (Kay y Marie) yo deseo expresar-
les nuestro agradecimiento y apreciación por su demostra-
ción tremenda de amistad, de apoyo y de amor al nosotros
estar de luto por el fallecimiento de nuestro hermano Kelly
Cullen. Ustedes vinieron a visitarnos cuando estábamos pre-
sos en nuestro sufrimiento. Y ustedes nos trajeron el con-
suelo y la esperanza de Cristo. Gracias y…
Dios los bendiga,
Padre Chuck
PADRE RAÚL ALEJOS-MONTELONGO
Un sinnúmero de feligreses han preguntado sobre el Pa-
dre Raúl Alejos. Como pueden recordar, el diciembre pa-
sado, el Padre Raúl dejó su trabajo aquí en la Parroquia
Misión San Luís Rey. En ese momento, él pidió ayuda a
sus hermanos franciscanos e informó que estaba sufrien-
do de la enfermedad de alcoholismo. Después de haber
dejado la Parroquia, el Padre Raúl fue enviado a Portland,
Oregón para una evaluación sicológica completa.
Además, fue sometido a evaluaciones sicológicas y trata-
miento en una clínica especial de rehabilitación para el
personal clero en Pennsylvania. Contra la recomendación
de sus superiores y directores del programa, el Padre Raúl
dejó el programa sin haberlo completado y regreso a
México.
En septiembre de este año, el Padre Raúl recibió noticia
de que él estaba siendo despedido de la orden Francisca-
na “por razones graves”. El ya no es un fraile Franciscano.
A él se le ha prohibido funcionar en cualquier aspecto
como sacerdote en la Diócesis de San Diego y en otras
Diócesis en los Estados Unidos. Ya se les ha hecho saber a
los obispos de México sobre el estatus del padre Raúl y
solo sí, o hasta que, él obtenga permiso de un obispo, él
no puede funcionar en ningún aspecto como sacerdote.
Si tienen alguna pregunta o preocupación sobre este
asunto, por favor comuníquense con el Párroco Padre
Chuck directamente.
 PLANIFICACION PARA FIN DE AÑO
Si han estado leyendo la sección de negocios de algunos
de los periódicos locales sin duda habrán observado el co-
mienzo de las advertencias de fin de año sobre las contribu-
ciones. El cuarto final del año es el tiempo de tomar la acción
necesaria para reducir las contribuciones que están en la
esquina. Muchas personas escogen hacer donaciones carita-
tivas como medio para reducir esas contribuciones. Si éste es
tu plan, por favor no te olvides de nuestra parroquia. Si tu
necesitas hacer un retiro monetario de tu IRA (cuenta de
retiro individual) esto puedes hacerlo directamente a la igle-
sia y así evitar la contribución a pagar. Nosotros sabemos que
debes tener muchas demandas sobre tus recursos y muchas
organizaciones caritativas reclamando tu regalo, solo acuér-
date que la donación que tu hagas a la Iglesia se utiliza aquí
mismo. Puede ser utilizada para alimentos Para los necesita-
dos, Para educación de nuestros jóvenes o Para servicios de
otros sectores de nuestra comunidad, pero se queda aquí. Si
tu deseas que tu donativo sea deducido especialmente pue-
des mencionarlo con una nota y nosotros honraremos tu
deseo. Gracias por toda tu dedicación y por todas tus dona-
ciones. Nuestra parroquia es mas fuerte y esta mas capacita-
da para bregar con las necesidades locales gracias a tus rega-
los.
EL HORARIO DE MISAS PARA LOS
DIAS FESTIVOS…
...se encuentra en la página 3 del boletín.
Fondo para la Jubilación de Religiosos
Las religiosas y los religiosos ancianos están necesitados
de ayudad. Hermanas, hermanos y sacerdotes católicos de
órdenes religiosas que ahora son ancianos ofrecieron su vida
en servicio a los demás,—educando a la juventud, consolan-
do a los enfermos, buscando justicia para los oprimidos. Hoy,
muchos son frágiles, ancianos, y necesitan atención médica.
Su donativo al Fondo para la Jubilación de Religiosos apoya el
cuidado básico como medicamentos y cuidados de enfermer-
ía. Sea generoso en su donativo a la segunda colecta de hoy.
ATENCION:
Por la seguridad de sus pertenencias, les pedimos, por
favor, asegurar sus vehículos y no dejar artículos perso-
nales a la vista. Desafortunadamente hemos tenido ya
dos incidentes este año y queremos evitar más.
Gracias.
Tesoro de Co-Responsabilidad
Vean la página #5 para el fin de semana del 12/04 y 12/05.
¡Gracias por su contribución!
LECTURAS DE HOY
Primera lectura — ¡Estén fuertes, no teman! Su Dios viene a
salvarlos. Los redimidos del Señor serán coronados con
alegría eterna (Isaías 35:1-6a, 10).
Salmo — Ven, Señor, a salvarnos (Salmo 146 [145])
Segunda lectura — Sean también pacientes y valientes porque
la venida del Señor está cerca (Santiago 5:7-10).
Evangelio — “¿Eres tú el que debe venir o tenemos que esperar
a otro?” Jesús les contestó, “Vayan y cuéntenle a Juan lo que
han visto y oído” (Mateo 11:2-11).
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes: Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a; Mt 21:23-27
Martes: Sof 3:1-2, 9-13; Mt 21:28-32
Miércoles: Is 45: 6b-8, 18, 21b-25; Lc 7:18b-23
Jueves: Is 54:1-10; Lc 7:24-30
Viernes: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Mt 1:1-17
Sábado: Jer 23:5-8; Mt 1:18-25
Domingo: Is 7:10-14; Sal 24 (23); Rom 1:1-7;
Mt 1:18-24
PREGUNTA DE LA SEMANA:
¿De qué cosas te quejas? ¿Cómo puedes convertir tus quejas en
algo positivo?
Acólitos y Familias
Por favor, hagan planes de asistir a nuestra Fies-
ta de Adviento el jueves, 16 de diciembre a las
7:00 p.m. en el Centro McKeon. Los Caballeros de
Colón, les proveerán generosamente las “pizzas” a los Acóli-
tos, y pedimos a cada familia que traiga un platillo o postre
para compartir. ¿Preguntas? Por favor, comuníquense con
Lucila Marez, Coordinadora al 760-529-0828.
PLANTAS DE NOCHE BUENA
Si le gustaría tener una Planta de Noche
Buena colocada alrededor del altar EN MEMO-
RA DE o EN HONOR DE algún familiar o amis-
tad, por favor complete la forma siguiente y
regrésela a la Oficina Parroquial NO MAS TARDE DEL MAR-
TES, 14 DE DICIEMBRE DEL 2010.
Los nombres se publicarán en el boletín del fin de semana
del 25/26 de diciembre del 2010. La donación sugerida es de
$10.00 por planta. Favor de hacer su cheque pagadero a
“MSLRP.”
Favor de escribir en letra de molde
Donador (Su Nombre): _________________________
En Memoria De (Fallecido): ______________________
En Honor A (Viviente): _________________________
12 de diciembre del 2010 — Domingo 3° de Adviento | 9
 Acompáñanos a Celebrar a

Join us as we celebrate

Sábado, 11 de diciembre – Centro Parroquial: Domingo, 12 de diciembre – continuación:

(Se venderá comida en el Centro McKeon 2.00 a 2.30 a.m. - Santo Rosario
empezando a las 7:00 p.m. y terminará el 2.30 a 3.00 a.m. - Un Grupo Norteño
domingo a las 3:00 p.m.) 3.15 a 4.00 a.m. - Testimonios Personales
9.00 a 11.00 p.m. - Banda en espera de la misa 4.00 a 4.30 a.m. - Testimonio del ex - boxeador
11.00 a 11.30 p.m. - Testimonios Personales Rodolfo “Gato” González
11.30 p.m. a 12.30 a.m. - Santa Misa 5.00 a 6.00 a.m. - Mañanitas con los Coros de la
Domingo, 12 de diciembre – Centro Parroquial: Parroquia
(Se venderá comida en el Centro McKeon hasta 6.00 a 8.00 a.m. - Chocolate y pan dulce en el
las 3:00 p.m.) Centro McKeon
12.00 a 1.00 p.m. - Santa Misa (con drama)
12.30 a 1.30 a.m. - Amenizará un grupo local 1.00 a 1.30 p.m. - Grupo Emmanuel con danzas
1.30 a 2.00 a.m. - Cantante Gustavo Muños aztecas

Saturday, Dec. 11 & Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010—All Services in Spanish

(NO Sat. 12/11/10 7:00 p.m. Spanish Mass)
Serra Center: Misa de Gallo: 11:30 p.m., followed by Vigil thru 4:00
a.m., Mañanitas: 4:00-6:00 a.m., fellowship 6:00 a.m. in the McKeon
Ctr., and Mass/drama at 12:00 noon.