Church of St. Timothy

2960 Canyon Road
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 489-1200
email:
info@sttimothychurch.com

Monday-Thursday        6:30am
Friday                            5:30pm
Saturday Vigil               5:00pm
Sunday                          8:30 & 10:30am

Saturday               4:00-4:45pm

Advent Penance Service: 
Tuesday, Dec 5th at 7pm

• Bible study at San Rafael Parish:
  PAUL'S LETTER TO THE PHILIPPIANS               
  In this series come learn about:
  - how to have hope in suffering
  - the humble of love of Christ for you
  - how to spot the true Gospel from its counterparts
  - how to pray in a more intimate way
  and much, much more!
   
  The class has two options (same class) as follows:
   
  Mondays, starting Monday, August 28th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in rooms H & I upstairs in the parish center
   
  OR
   
  Wednesdays, starting Wednesday, August 30th from 9:30 - 11:30 am in Rooms H & I upstairs in the parish center. The Wednesday morning class has babysitting in the church.
   
  There is no need to sign up, no fee (we have a freewill offering for those who can) so bring a Bible and a friend!

• Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, known around the country, as the ‘Dynamic Deacon’ here at San Rafael from Monday, October 23^rd through Thursday, October 26^th. Each day is a different talk with both a 9:00 a.m. morning or 7:00 p.m. evening session to choose from:

  Monday, October 23^rd                     Topic: THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS: FINDING TRUE JOY IN CHRIST

  Tuesday, October 24^th                    Topic: LOVING THE UNLOVEABLE: CHALLENGES IN CATHOLIC FAMILY LIFE

  Wednesday, October 25^th              Topic: CELEBRATING OUR BELIEFS

  Thursday, October 26^th                  Topic: RICH IN MERCY

  There is also a special Sunday night session on October 22^nd for parents and teenagers: MEETING JESUS IN THE BEAUTY AND TRUTH OF THE CATHOLIC FAITH.

  Come and enjoy this great series from a highly sought-after and exciting speaker! There is babysitting available every day and for both morning and evening sessions.Please click here to view the flyer.

• Apply for St. Mary School Financial Aid Today! FINANCIAL AID is available for new families! School website: www.stmesc.org

• Please refer to the Community Events Tab for Job and Volunteer Opportunities in our Community or by clicking on this LINK

of October 15, 2017

From the Pastor’s Desk

Dear Parishioners,

As I write this, I am scheduled for prostate surgery on Tuesday, October 17. The doctor says I will be in the hospital for 3 days, followed by at least 2 weeks recovery at home (no driving, limited activity, and much rest). It will take several months to return to normal strength. I had been planning to be away on vacation from Oct. 24-Nov. 10, but those plans have been cancelled. Our regular supply priests and our deacons will be available to keep up the Mass, Confession, and Funeral schedule in my absence. I am tremendously grateful for their assistance in serving the people of St. Timothy’s. I will try my best to keep you updated on my progress. Finally, I commend myself to your prayers and entrust myself to the infinite power and mercy of God.

Amount contributed to Hurricane Relief collection:  $720
Amount contributed to Missionary Cooperative Appeal (August): $9,871
Thank you for your generosity.

Next holyday of Obligation is All Saints Day on Wednesday, November 1. Mass will be celebrated here at 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Please return envelopes for All Souls Novena of Masses with the names of your deceased family members and friends.
Peace be with you,


Fr. Fernando Ramirez, Pastor

It is both a precept of the Church and Church law that Catholics must worship God on Sunday and Holy Days of Obligation by participating in the Holy Mass. This follows from the fact that in the Mass it is Christ Himself who worships the Father, joining our worship to His. In no other way is it possible to adequately give thanks (eucharistia) to God for the blessings of creation, redemption and our sanctification than by uniting our offerings to that of Jesus Christ Himself. Following the example of the Old Covenant the Church does this weekly, on the day of the Lord's Resurrection.

Please take careful note that there are two separate obligations for Mass attendance and plan accordingly:

• To fulfill the obligation for the 4^th Sunday of Advent, you may attend:

• To fulfill the obligation for the Christmas holyday, you may attend:

• You cannot combine two separate Mass obligations into one. For example, you cannot attend 9:00 a.m. Mass onDec. 24 for to fulfill both Sunday and Christmas obligations.  Nor can you attend the 5:00 p.m. Mass on Dec. 24 to fulfill both Sunday and Christmas obligations. Two separate obligations require two separate Masses.

• We are excited to introduce to our Parish the Catholic women's Bible study, Walking with Purpose, a Scripture and Catechism based program that integrates journaling and personal sharing in a small group setting.  Program begins Sept 15th.  If you would like additional information about this program you may visit their website at www.walkingwithpurpose.com.  Check our calendar of events to review our program's weekly schedule by clicking on this link > St Timothy Women's Bible Study  

• ​​​​Next month is the Knights of Columbus Fund Raising Prime Rib Dinner and Auction see poster. They are in need of donated items for their Auction.  Please contact Hector Mercado at 940-224-3931 or at hctrmrcdo@gmail.com and he’ll pick-up at your residence or you can drop off at the St. Timothy’s office, clearly marked KofC Auction.  Attached please find the Tax I.D. for your IRS deductions by following this link.

• Be sure to get your tickets in for the Annual Knights of Columbus super raffle. Tickets for the raffle and Dinner can be purchased after Mass or from the Church Office. Click here for a glimpse of all the fun!!!

• Please join us for St Timothy's Life Walk 2017 Sunday Oct 22 11:30 - 2:00 PM and help raise money for COLFS and Lamb of God Maternity Home Please find all forms here  Sign up to walk or to sponsor a walker in th ePlaza after Masses.

• Free Flu Shots, Sunday, October 22nd 9:30am-Noon
  Take 3 actions to fight the flu. 1 vaccinate, 2 stop germs by covering your nose & mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands often, and avoid touching your eyes, nose & mouth. 3 antiviral drugs may help treat your illness by making it milder and shortening the time you are sick. See your doctor. Palomar Health nurses will provide the regular influenza vaccine by injection to children and adults 9 yrs of age and older. Children with asthma must obtain their flu shot from a pediatrician or local health clinic. Info Lettie 760-480-2378.

• Ushers, Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors are needed.  If you have served in a previous parish we would welcome you joining us.  For Lector and Eucharistic Minister training dates, please refer to the bulletin.  

• Ministers of Hospitality- Making a Place for Others.  Please consider joining us!! Refer to flyer in Hospitsality Ministry Tab for specifics.

• Veterans Immeidate Needs at Interfaith  Sleeping bags,   Queen blankets,  Queen sheets, Socks all colors, Men’s underwear different sizes and not one size fits all, Toiletry items ie: razors, dental floss, hair brush, nail kits, shampoos. We had a group last year go to Sketcher’s Tennis Shoe store and bought gift cards. Sweat shirts and Sweat pants,  Men's jackets.
  Please mark clearly for VETERANS. Drop off by wagon or directly at Interfaith on Washington & Quince. 760-489-6380 x236,  Doug Ferris, Basic Needs Manager.

Complaints about sexual abuse by a member of the clergy or by a parish or Catholic school employee or volunteer can be made by contacting Lisa Petronis, 858-490-8353 or at www.sdcatholic.org or http://www.sdcatholic.org/diocese/diocesemaincontacts/sexualabuse.aspx