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<channel><title><![CDATA[St. Nicholas of Myra - Fathers\' Corner]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner]]></link><description><![CDATA[Fathers\' Corner]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:47:11 -0700</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Noche de Cine Anual de St. Nicholas of Myra – Una Hermosa Celebración de Fe, Familia y Comunidad]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/noche-de-cine-anual-de-st-nicholas-of-myra-una-hermosa-celebracion-de-fe-familia-y-comunidad]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/noche-de-cine-anual-de-st-nicholas-of-myra-una-hermosa-celebracion-de-fe-familia-y-comunidad#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:53:30 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/noche-de-cine-anual-de-st-nicholas-of-myra-una-hermosa-celebracion-de-fe-familia-y-comunidad</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						          					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	   On Saturday, August 1, 2026, St. Nicholas of Myra celebrated a beautiful Annual Movie Night bringing together more than 80 parishioners--families, children, visitors, and friend--for an evening filled with faith, joy,&nbsp;fellowship, and support for our parish mission.The preparation for this special event began on Friday with a planning meeting attended by the Hern&aacute;ndez Family, Alvarenga Famil [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/img-4467_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/img-4470_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div class="paragraph">On Saturday, August 1, 2026, St. Nicholas of Myra celebrated a beautiful Annual Movie Night bringing together more than 80 parishioners--families, children, visitors, and friend--for an evening filled with faith, joy,&nbsp;fellowship, and support for our parish mission.<br /><br />The preparation for this special event began on Friday with a planning meeting attended by the Hern&aacute;ndez Family, Alvarenga Family, Cortez Family, Obando Family, and Fr. Jos&eacute;. Their dedication, teamwork, and love for the parish helped make this celebration possible.<br /><br />On Saturday, we were blessed with a special celebration of the Holy Eucharist. At 5:00 p.m, Fr. Michael Cooper concelebrated Mass together with Fr. Jos&eacute; and Fr. Marco. The celebration of Mass unites our parish family in prayer and thanksgiving.<br /><br />We were also happy to welcome visitors from other Episcopal communities, including friends from St. Simon, Epiphany Church, and St. Mark, together with our own St. Nicholas parishioners. Their presence was a beautiful sign of friendship and unity among our church communities.<br /><br />Our wonderful volunteers served with generosity and joy. We give special thanks to the Hern&aacute;ndez Family, including Yasmin and her daughter; the Alvarenga Family; the parents of the Youth Dance Group; Leslie and her daughter; the Obando Family; and three anonymous supporters who shared their time, talents, and dedication.<br /><br />Volunteers set up the bounce house at 2:00 p.m.. By 4:00 p.m. children and families began arriving and enjoying the activities. Before the movie, we shared 30 minutes of music, praise, and dancing with the children. Those who participated received a small gift from Fr. Jos&eacute; as a sign of appreciation and encouragement.<br /><br />At 7:00 p.m., the movie officially began, bringing everyone together for a (wonderful evening of entertainment, family, and community.<br /><br />We are deeply grateful to our generous parishioners who donated important items that made this event possible, including the bounce house, a 40-inch television to give away, a steam iron, food, drinks, and other supplies.<br /><br />Our heartfelt thanks go to every volunteer, donor, visitor, family, and parishioner who helped make this special night a success. Your generosity and love helped strengthen our parish family and support the mission of St. Nicholas of Myra.<br /><br />May God bless you all and reward your generosity!<br /><br />El s&aacute;bado 1 de agosto de 2026 St. Nicholas of Myra celebr&oacute; una hermosa Noche de Cine Anual para recaudar fondos, reuniendo a m&aacute;s de 80 feligreses, familias, ni&ntilde;os, visitantes y amigos para una noche llena de fe, alegr&iacute;a, convivencia y apoyo a la misi&oacute;n de nuestra parroquia.<br /><br />La preparaci&oacute;n de este evento especial comenz&oacute; el viernes con una reuni&oacute;n de planificaci&oacute;n en la que participaron la Familia Hern&aacute;ndez, Familia Alvarenga, Familia Cortez, Familia Obando y el Padre Jos&eacute;. Su dedicaci&oacute;n, trabajo en equipo y amor por la parroquia hicieron posible esta hermosa celebraci&oacute;n.<br /><br />El s&aacute;bado tuvimos la bendici&oacute;n de una celebraci&oacute;n especial de la Santa Eucarist&iacute;a. A las 5:00 p.m., el Padre Michael Cooper concelebr&oacute; la Misa junto con el Padre Jos&eacute; en St. Nicholas of Myra. Este hermoso momento reuni&oacute; a nuestra familia parroquial en oraci&oacute;n, unidad y acci&oacute;n de gracias.<br /><br />Tambi&eacute;n tuvimos la alegr&iacute;a de recibir visitantes de otras comunidades episcopales, incluyendo amigos de St. Simon, Epiphany Church y St. Mark, junto con nuestros propios feligreses de St. Nicholas. Su presencia fue un hermoso signo de amistad y unidad entre nuestras comunidades de fe.<br /><br />Nuestros maravillosos voluntarios sirvieron con generosidad y alegr&iacute;a. Damos un agradecimiento especial a la Familia Hern&aacute;ndez, incluyendo a Yasmin y su hija; Familia Alvarenga; los padres del Grupo de Danza Juvenil; Leslie y su hija; Familia Obando; y tres colaboradores an&oacute;nimos que compartieron su tiempo, talentos y dedicaci&oacute;n.<br /><br />La celebraci&oacute;n de la tarde comenz&oacute; con el brincol&iacute;n instalado a las 2:00 p.m.. A las 4:00 p.m. comenzaron a llegar los ni&ntilde;os y las familias para disfrutar de las actividades. Antes de la pel&iacute;cula, compartimos 30 minutos de m&uacute;sica, alabanzas y baile con los ni&ntilde;os. Los ni&ntilde;os que participaron recibieron un peque&ntilde;o regalo del Padre Jos&eacute; como muestra de agradecimiento y &aacute;nimo.<br /><br />A las 7:00 p.m. comenz&oacute; oficialmente la pel&iacute;cula, reuniendo a todos para disfrutar de una hermosa noche de entretenimiento, familia y comunidad.<br /><br />Estamos profundamente agradecidos con nuestros generosos feligreses que donaron art&iacute;culos importantes para hacer posible este evento, incluyendo el brincol&iacute;n, un televisor de 40 pulgadas para la rifa, una plancha de vapor, alimentos, bebidas y otros materiales necesarios<br /><br />Nuestro m&aacute;s sincero agradecimiento a cada voluntario, donante, visitante, familia y feligr&eacute;s que ayud&oacute; a hacer realidad esta hermosa noche. Su generosidad y amor fortalecieron nuestra familia parroquial y apoyaron la misi&oacute;n de St. Nicholas of Myra<br /><br />&iexcl;Que Dios los bendiga a todos y recompense su generosidad!<br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity.]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/how-good-and-pleasant-it-is-when-gods-people-live-together-in-unity]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/how-good-and-pleasant-it-is-when-gods-people-live-together-in-unity#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:50:26 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/how-good-and-pleasant-it-is-when-gods-people-live-together-in-unity</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						          					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	   &#8203;This past Sunday in Ordinary Time, our St. Nicholas community experienced a very special day of faith, fellowship, and joy. We celebrated the Holy Eucharist with several new visitors joining us for worship. During the service, Father Michael Cooper offered a special blessing for fathers in anticipation of Father's Day, and we also prayed in thanksgiving for Father Cooper's birthday, giving thank [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/dadbless_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/flordance_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div class="paragraph">&#8203;This past Sunday in Ordinary Time, our St. Nicholas community experienced a very special day of faith, fellowship, and joy. We celebrated the Holy Eucharist with several new visitors joining us for worship. During the service, Father Michael Cooper offered a special blessing for fathers in anticipation of Father's Day, and we also prayed in thanksgiving for Father Cooper's birthday, giving thanks to God for his life and ministry among us.<br /><br />Following the service, we gathered for our traditional second Sunday Community Luncheon, lovingly prepared by the women of the parish. As a special gesture of appreciation for Father Michael Cooper's birthday, Jos&eacute; Carlos and Ang&eacute;lica presented him with a delicious plate of chorizo and eggs, which was greatly enjoyed. The meal provided a wonderful opportunity for fellowship, friendship, and sharing among all who attended.<br /><br />The celebration continued with great joy thanks to our dance group, who helped animate the festivities and received special recognition for completing one year of ministry in our parish. We congratulate their leader, Flor, and all the members for their dedication and service. We also enjoyed games, raffles, and gifts generously sponsored by parish families.<br /><br />We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated, especially the women who arrived early to prepare, organize, decorate, and later clean up after the event. Their dedication and hard work made this gathering a beautiful expression of Christian community.<br /><br />We hope to continue strengthening these monthly gatherings and to expand them even further, welcoming more visitors and families into our parish community.<br /><br />We also wish to thank everyone who attended our first Holy Hour of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament last Friday. About ten people participated, including several young members of the dance group. It was a beautiful time of prayer, silence, and encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist.<br /><br />We are grateful to everyone who brought food to share following the Adoration and before the youth rehearsal. May God richly bless all who offer their time, talents, and generosity for the spiritual and communal growth of our parish.<br /><br />"How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity." (Psalm 133)<br /><br /><br /><br />Este &uacute;ltimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario, nuestra comunidad de San Nicol&aacute;s vivi&oacute; un d&iacute;a muy especial de fe, fraternidad y alegr&iacute;a. Celebramos la Santa Eucarist&iacute;a con la presencia de varias personas nuevas que nos visitaron. Durante la Misa, el Padre Michael Cooper imparti&oacute; una bendici&oacute;n especial para los padres en anticipaci&oacute;n al D&iacute;a del Padre, y tambi&eacute;n oramos en acci&oacute;n de gracias por su cumplea&ntilde;os, agradeciendo a Dios por su vida y ministerio entre nosotros.<br /><br />Despu&eacute;s de la Misa, compartimos nuestro tradicional almuerzo comunitario del segundo domingo del mes, preparado con mucho cari&ntilde;o por las mujeres de la parroquia. Como un gesto especial de aprecio por el cumplea&ntilde;os del Padre Michael Cooper, Jos&eacute; Carlos y Ang&eacute;lica le ofrecieron un delicioso plato de chorizo con huevos, que fue muy apreciado. El almuerzo fue un hermoso momento de convivencia, amistad y fraternidad para todos los presentes.<br /><br />La celebraci&oacute;n continu&oacute; con mucha alegr&iacute;a gracias a nuestro grupo de danza, que anim&oacute; la fiesta y recibi&oacute; un reconocimiento especial por cumplir un a&ntilde;o de ministerio en nuestra parroquia. Felicitamos a su l&iacute;der, Flor, y a todos los integrantes por su dedicaci&oacute;n y servicio. Tambi&eacute;n disfrutamos de juegos, rifas y regalos generosamente patrocinados por las familias de la iglesia.<br /><br />Agradecemos de coraz&oacute;n a todos los que participaron, especialmente a las mujeres que llegaron temprano para preparar, organizar, decorar y, al finalizar, dejar todo limpio y hermoso. Su dedicaci&oacute;n y esfuerzo hicieron de este encuentro un verdadero testimonio de comunidad cristiana.<br /><br />Deseamos seguir fortaleciendo estos encuentros mensuales y ampliarlos a&uacute;n m&aacute;s, dando la bienvenida a nuevas familias y visitantes a nuestra comunidad parroquial.<br /><br />Tambi&eacute;n queremos agradecer a todos los que participaron en nuestra primera Hora Santa de Adoraci&oacute;n al Sant&iacute;simo Sacramento el viernes pasado. Aproximadamente diez personas estuvieron presentes, incluyendo varios j&oacute;venes del grupo de danza. Fue un hermoso momento de oraci&oacute;n, silencio y encuentro con Jes&uacute;s en la Eucarist&iacute;a.<br /><br />Agradecemos igualmente a todos los que trajeron alimentos para compartir despu&eacute;s de la adoraci&oacute;n y antes del ensayo de los j&oacute;venes. Que Dios bendiga abundantemente a todos los que ofrecen su tiempo, talentos y generosidad para el crecimiento espiritual y comunitario de nuestra parroquia.<br /><br />"&iexcl;Qu&eacute; bueno y agradable es que los hermanos vivan unidos!" (Salmo 133)</div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-medium " style="padding-top:5px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:10px;text-align:right"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/adorationbunch_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/joseadore_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/frmbirthday_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/dadchairs_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pentecost & the Holy Spirit]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/pentecost-the-holy-spirit]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/pentecost-the-holy-spirit#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:12:32 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/pentecost-the-holy-spirit</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						          					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	   On this Pentecost Sunday, the Church celebrates the living presence of the Holy Spirit who renews, strengthens, and unites the people of God. Pentecost is not only a memory of a past event, but a present reality: the Spirit continues to work in families, in young people, and in the whole community of faith.During this weekend, I experienced in a very concrete way this action of the Holy Spirit in the l [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/1000193194_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/1000193215_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div class="paragraph">On this Pentecost Sunday, the Church celebrates the living presence of the Holy Spirit who renews, strengthens, and unites the people of God. Pentecost is not only a memory of a past event, but a present reality: the Spirit continues to work in families, in young people, and in the whole community of faith.<br /><br />During this weekend, I experienced in a very concrete way this action of the Holy Spirit in the life of the community.<br /><br />On Sunday, during Holy Mass, Matias took part by playing music and singing during the celebration. His presence and talent brought great joy to the liturgy, and the family was very happy and moved. Music in the liturgy is also a gift of the Holy Spirit that helps lift hearts to God and strengthens the participation of the assembly.<br /><br />On Saturday at 2:00 p.m., we celebrated a 15th birthday Mass at St. Nicholas Church, presided over by Father Cooper and Father Jos&eacute;. It was a very beautiful celebration, filled with faith, joy, and gratitude to God for the life of the young girl, who is taking an important step in her journey.<br /><br />Later on Saturday at 4:00 p.m., we went to Maricella&rsquo;s home, where we celebrated the 16th birthday of her beautiful daughter. It was a very special moment of thanksgiving, lived with great emotion and faith. Our music group, with Francis and Flor, animated the celebration with songs that created an atmosphere of prayer and joy. Everyone was deeply touched by this moment of faith within the family.<br /><br />In light of Pentecost, all of this reveals that the Holy Spirit is still present and active among the people, especially in families and young people.<br /><br />Therefore, I want to emphasize the importance of young people serving at the altar as altar servers. Serving at the altar is a school of faith and love for the Eucharist. The young person who approaches the altar learns the value of service, sacred silence, and the presence of Jesus. This strengthens not only their personal life but the whole community.<br /><br />We also want to motivate more boys and girls to become altar servers (altar boys and altar girls), so that they may grow in faith, love for the Eucharist, and commitment to the Church.<br /><br />Likewise, the constant participation of families in Holy Mass is essential. A family that participates in the Eucharist remains united, strengthened, and guided by God&rsquo;s grace. The Mass is a source of life, hope, and communion.<br /><br />On this Pentecost, let us ask the Holy Spirit:<br />to renew our families,<br />to strengthen our young people,<br />and to make our community a true people of God, alive in faith and love.<br /><br />May no one drift away from the Eucharist, but may all discover in it the living presence of Christ who transforms and sustains our lives.<br /><br />Reflexi&oacute;n pastoral (Domingo de Pentecost&eacute;s)<br /><br />En este Domingo de Pentecost&eacute;s, la Iglesia celebra la presencia viva del Esp&iacute;ritu Santo que renueva, fortalece y une al pueblo de Dios. Pentecost&eacute;s no es solo un recuerdo de un acontecimiento pasado, sino una realidad presente: el Esp&iacute;ritu contin&uacute;a actuando en las familias, en los j&oacute;venes y en toda la comunidad de fe.<br /><br />Durante este fin de semana, pude experimentar de manera concreta esta acci&oacute;n del Esp&iacute;ritu Santo en la vida de la comunidad.<br /><br />El domingo, en la Santa Misa, Mat&iacute;as particip&oacute; tocando m&uacute;sica y cantando durante la celebraci&oacute;n. Su presencia y talento trajeron gran alegr&iacute;a a la liturgia, y la familia se sinti&oacute; muy feliz y emocionada. La m&uacute;sica en la liturgia es tambi&eacute;n un don del Esp&iacute;ritu Santo que ayuda a elevar el coraz&oacute;n a Dios y fortalece la participaci&oacute;n de la asamblea.<br /><br />El s&aacute;bado a las 2:00 p.m., celebramos una Misa de 15 a&ntilde;os en la iglesia de St. Nicholas, presidida por el Padre Cooper y el Padre Jos&eacute;. Fue una celebraci&oacute;n muy hermosa, llena de fe, alegr&iacute;a y gratitud a Dios por la vida de la joven, que da un paso importante en su camino.<br /><br />M&aacute;s tarde, el s&aacute;bado a las 4:00 p.m., fuimos a la casa de Maricella, donde celebramos los 16 a&ntilde;os de su hermosa hija. Fue un momento muy especial de acci&oacute;n de gracias, vivido con gran emoci&oacute;n y fe. Nuestro grupo de m&uacute;sica, con Francis y Flor, anim&oacute; la celebraci&oacute;n con cantos que crearon un ambiente de oraci&oacute;n y alegr&iacute;a. Todos quedaron profundamente tocados por este momento de fe en familia.<br /><br />A la luz de Pentecost&eacute;s, todo esto muestra que el Esp&iacute;ritu Santo sigue presente y activo entre el pueblo, especialmente en las familias y en los j&oacute;venes.<br /><br />Por eso, quiero resaltar la importancia de que los j&oacute;venes sirvan en el altar como monaguillos. Servir en el altar es una escuela de fe y de amor a la Eucarist&iacute;a. El joven que se acerca al altar aprende el valor del servicio, del silencio sagrado y de la presencia de Jes&uacute;s. Esto fortalece no solo su vida personal, sino tambi&eacute;n a toda la comunidad.<br /><br />Tambi&eacute;n queremos motivar a m&aacute;s ni&ntilde;os y ni&ntilde;as a ser monaguillos (altar boys y altar girls), para que crezcan en la fe, en el amor a la Eucarist&iacute;a y en el compromiso con la Iglesia.<br /><br />De igual manera, es esencial la participaci&oacute;n constante de las familias en la Santa Misa. La familia que participa en la Eucarist&iacute;a permanece unida, fortalecida y guiada por la gracia de Dios. La Misa es fuente de vida, esperanza y comuni&oacute;n.<br /><br />En este Pentecost&eacute;s, pidamos al Esp&iacute;ritu Santo:<br />que renueve nuestras familias,<br />que fortalezca a nuestros j&oacute;venes,<br />y que haga de nuestra comunidad un verdadero pueblo de Dios, vivo en la fe y en el amor.<br /><br />Que nadie se aleje de la Eucarist&iacute;a, sino que todos descubran en ella la presencia viva de Cristo que transforma y sostiene nuestras vidas.<br /><br />--Padre Jose Ivanildo Cavalcante<br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ascension + Birthdays!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/ascension-birthdays]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/ascension-birthdays#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:39:18 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/ascension-birthdays</guid><description><![CDATA[       This Sunday we celebrated the Ascension of the Lord, and we were blessed to have almost 40 people at the Holy Mass. The participation and spirit of prayer were beautiful and expressive.Father Michael kindly arrived after Mass and made himself available to help Father Jos&eacute; distribute Holy Communion. Thank you very much for your support and fraternity.We also thank Quincy for serving together with Father Jos&eacute;, helping cover for some altar servers who were not present. At the s [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/image0_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">This Sunday we celebrated the Ascension of the Lord, and we were blessed to have almost 40 people at the Holy Mass. The participation and spirit of prayer were beautiful and expressive.<br /><br />Father Michael kindly arrived after Mass and made himself available to help Father Jos&eacute; distribute Holy Communion. Thank you very much for your support and fraternity.<br /><br />We also thank Quincy for serving together with Father Jos&eacute;, helping cover for some altar servers who were not present. At the same time, we lovingly encourage all altar servers and their parents to remain motivated and present every Sunday at Holy Mass, serving God through the priest at the altar.<br /><br />This Sunday we also celebrated the anniversary of the passing of Dolores into the presence of the Lord. May she rest in peace in the altar of the Lord.<br /><br />We also remembered the sick during the Prayer of the Faithful before the offertory, offering our prayers for healing and comfort.<br /><br />Special congratulations to Mr. Geronimo, husband of Alicia, who celebrated his 55th birthday. May God continue blessing him with health, peace, and joy.<br /><br />Finally, we warmly invite everyone who is able to join us on Wednesdays, once a month, for our community dinner and bilingual Bible study.<br />&#8203;<br />Thank you all for your faith, service, and presence in our parish family at St. Nicholas of Myra Church.<br /><br />&#8203;Padre Jose Ivanildo Cavalcante<br /><br /></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-medium " style="padding-top:5px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:10px;text-align:right"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/image1_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/image2_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother’s Day]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/mothers-day]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/mothers-day#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:46:04 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/mothers-day</guid><description><![CDATA[       &#8203;Dear St. Nicholas Community,Sunday we celebrate with joy Mother&rsquo;s Day on this Sixth Sunday of Easter, giving thanks to God for the gift of life, family, and the love of our mothers and fathers.The readings today remind us that Jesus remains with us and sends the Holy Spirit to guide us in love, peace, and hope. The Gospel assures us that whoever loves Jesus will keep His commandments, and that He will not leave us orphans. In a world marked by violence, wars, and division, Ch [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/img-3684_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">&#8203;Dear St. Nicholas Community,<br /><br />Sunday we celebrate with joy Mother&rsquo;s Day on this Sixth Sunday of Easter, giving thanks to God for the gift of life, family, and the love of our mothers and fathers.<br /><br />The readings today remind us that Jesus remains with us and sends the Holy Spirit to guide us in love, peace, and hope. The Gospel assures us that whoever loves Jesus will keep His commandments, and that He will not leave us orphans. In a world marked by violence, wars, and division, Christ calls us to be instruments of peace, reconciliation, and love.<br /><br />We sincerely thank everyone who made this celebration possible. Thank you to all the families, fathers, and men who supported and served with generosity. Thank you to all who prepared the food, decorations, gifts, and community sharing.<br /><br />A very special thank you to those who donated food and money so that this Mother&rsquo;s Day celebration could be beautiful, joyful, and meaningful for everyone. Your generosity made this feast possible and expressive of our love and gratitude.<br /><br />A very special thank you to the dance group for their beautiful presentation. Thanks to Flor, their director, and to Francis for their support, leadership, and dedication.<br /><br />We also give special thanks to Geronimo, Alicia, Sra. Maria, Carlos, and all those who arrived very early to help organize and prepare the hall. Your commitment, effort, and willingness to serve made everything ready in a beautiful and orderly way.<br /><br />We give heartfelt thanks to all mothers for their love and sacrifice, and to all fathers for their strength, care, and example within their families.<br /><br />May the Holy Spirit continue to bless our parish families, and may Mary, Mother of Jesus, intercede for us always.<br /><br />With gratitude,<br />Father Jos&eacute;<br /><br />Querida comunidad de St. Nicholas,<br /><br />Domingo celebramos con mucha alegr&iacute;a el D&iacute;a de las Madres en este VI Domingo de Pascua, dando gracias a Dios por el don de la vida, de la familia y del amor de nuestras madres y padres.<br /><br />Las lecturas de hoy nos recuerdan que Jes&uacute;s permanece con nosotros y nos env&iacute;a el Esp&iacute;ritu Santo para guiarnos en el amor, la paz y la esperanza. El Evangelio nos asegura que quien ama a Jes&uacute;s cumple sus mandamientos y que &Eacute;l no nos deja hu&eacute;rfanos. En un mundo marcado por la violencia, las guerras y la divisi&oacute;n, Cristo nos llama a ser instrumentos de paz, reconciliaci&oacute;n y amor.<br /><br />Agradecemos profundamente a todos los que hicieron posible esta celebraci&oacute;n. Gracias a las familias, a los padres y a todos los que sirvieron con generosidad. Gracias a quienes prepararon la comida, las decoraciones, los regalos y el compartir comunitario.<br /><br />Un agradecimiento muy especial a todos los que donaron comida y dinero para que esta fiesta del D&iacute;a de las Madres pudiera ser tan hermosa, alegre y significativa. Su generosidad hizo posible esta celebraci&oacute;n y la convirti&oacute; en una verdadera expresi&oacute;n de amor y gratitud.<br /><br />Un agradecimiento muy especial al grupo de danza por su hermosa presentaci&oacute;n. Gracias a Flor, su directora, y a Francis por su apoyo, liderazgo y dedicaci&oacute;n.<br /><br />Tambi&eacute;n damos un agradecimiento especial a Geronimo, Alicia, Sra. Mar&iacute;a, Carlos, y a todos los que llegaron muy temprano para ayudar a organizar y preparar el sal&oacute;n. Su compromiso, esfuerzo y servicio hicieron posible que todo estuviera listo de manera hermosa y ordenada.<br /><br />Damos gracias a todas las madres por su amor y sacrificio, y a todos los padres por su fortaleza, cuidado y ejemplo en sus familias.<br /><br />Que el Esp&iacute;ritu Santo contin&uacute;e bendiciendo nuestras familias, y que Mar&iacute;a, Madre de Jes&uacute;s, interceda siempre por todos nosotros.<br /><br />Con gratitud,<br />Padre Jos&eacute;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Woman at the Well]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/the-woman-at-the-well]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/the-woman-at-the-well#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:28:22 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/the-woman-at-the-well</guid><description><![CDATA[       Today we celebrated the Third Sunday of Lent. The Gospel reminds us of the thirst that Jesus has for us, a thirst that is satisfied by faith, by the transformation of our hearts, and by the living water that He offered to the Samaritan woman.Today the community was joyful. The young people from the dance group brought their families. They presented themselves and shared this moment with everyone. Even though we did not have a community lunch today, we had a simple time of fellowship with  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p82.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;">Today we celebrated the Third Sunday of Lent. The Gospel reminds us of the thirst that Jesus has for us, a thirst that is satisfied by faith, by the transformation of our hearts, and by the living water that He offered to the Samaritan woman.<br /><br />Today the community was joyful. The young people from the dance group brought their families. They presented themselves and shared this moment with everyone. Even though we did not have a community lunch today, we had a simple time of fellowship with bread and coffee.<br /><br />Afterwards, some of the young people spoke with Father Cooper. They shared a little about their stories and their lives and also asked that we reconsider the schedule of the youth group perhaps on Sundays, so that the young people from the dance group can also participate.<br /><br />It was beautiful to see the joy in their eyes. I just left the meeting they had with the committee. I hope the retreat will also open more to new initiatives and future activities for the young people in the community.during the mass in announcement we motivated people invite them to Wednesday lent mass and soup and Friday  via crucis.<br /><br />Hoy celebramos el Tercer Domingo de Cuaresma. El Evangelio nos recuerda la sed que Jes&uacute;s tiene de nosotros, una sed que se sacia con la fe, con la transformaci&oacute;n de nuestro coraz&oacute;n y con el agua viva que &Eacute;l ofreci&oacute; a la mujer samaritana.<br /><br />Hoy la comunidad estaba alegre. Los j&oacute;venes del grupo de danza trajeron a sus familias. Se presentaron y compartieron este momento con todos. Aunque hoy no tuvimos almuerzo comunitario, compartimos un momento sencillo de convivencia con pan y caf&eacute;.<br /><br />Despu&eacute;s, algunos j&oacute;venes hablaron con Cooper. Compartieron un poco de sus historias y de su vida, y tambi&eacute;n pidieron que se reconsidere el horario o el d&iacute;a del grupo de j&oacute;venes  quiz&aacute;s los domingos, para que los j&oacute;venes de la danza tambi&eacute;n puedan participar.<br /><br />Fue hermoso ver la alegr&iacute;a en sus ojos. Acabo de salir de la reuni&oacute;n que tuvieron con el comit&eacute;. Espero que el retiro tambi&eacute;n se abra m&aacute;s a nuevas iniciativas y a futuras actividades de los j&oacute;venes en la comunidad. En El final de la misa abisanos sibre miercoles de cuaresna 7 pm mass y soupa y viernes via crucis </div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p85.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p86.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saint Joseph & Trust]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/saint-joseph-trust]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/saint-joseph-trust#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:54:41 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/saint-joseph-trust</guid><description><![CDATA[       Mt 1.18-25This Gospel presents Saint Joseph as a just, silent, and obedient man. Faced with a mystery he does not fully understand, he does not act out of fear, but with trust in God. By accepting Mary and giving the Child his name, Joseph embraces themission entrusted to him and becomes a cooperator in God&rsquo;s plan of salvation. Jesus is called Emmanuel, &ldquo;God with us,&rdquo;reminding us that God enters our concrete history, our doubts, and our decisions. Like Joseph, we are inv [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p84.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;">Mt 1.18-25<br />This Gospel presents Saint Joseph as a just, silent, and obedient man. Faced with a mystery he does not fully understand, he does not act out of fear, but with trust in God. By accepting Mary and giving the Child his name, Joseph embraces themission entrusted to him and becomes a cooperator in God&rsquo;s plan of salvation. Jesus is called Emmanuel, &ldquo;God with us,&rdquo;reminding us that God enters our concrete history, our doubts, and our decisions. Like Joseph, we are invited to listen to God&rsquo;s voice, to trust even in uncertainty, and to allow Him to dwell in our lives.<br /><br />Este Evangelio nos presenta a San Jos&eacute; como un hombre justo, silencioso y obediente. Ante un misterio que no comprende del todo, no act&uacute;a movido por el miedo, sino por la confianza en Dios. Al aceptar a Mar&iacute;a y poner nombre al Ni&ntilde;o, Jos&eacute; acoge la misi&oacute;n que le ha sido confiada y se convierte en cooperador del plan de salvaci&oacute;n. Jes&uacute;s es llamado Emanuel, &ldquo;Dios con nosotros,&rdquo; record&aacute;ndonos que Dios entra en nuestra historia concreta, en nuestras dudas y decisiones. Como Jos&eacute;, estamos llamados a escuchar la voz de Dios, a confiar incluso en la incertidumbre y a permitir que &Eacute;l habite en nuestra vida.<br /><br /><br /></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p86.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p87.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Somos la Iglesia]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/somos-la-iglesia]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/somos-la-iglesia#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:31:18 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/somos-la-iglesia</guid><description><![CDATA[       This Sunday, November 9, we celebrated at St. Nicholas of Myra the Dedication of the Basilica of St.John Lateran, the cathedral of the Pope as Bishop of Rome. This basilica dates back to the early 4thcentury and was solemnly dedicated in the year 333, after the end of the persecutions of the firstChristians. For centuries, the successors of St. Peter resided there, and to this day it remains the oldest andmost important church of the Roman traditionMeaning of the ReadingThe readings speak [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p127.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span>This Sunday, November 9, we celebrated at St. Nicholas of Myra the Dedication of the Basilica of St.</span><br /><span>John Lateran, the cathedral of the Pope as Bishop of Rome. This basilica dates back to the early 4th</span><br /><span>century and was solemnly dedicated in the year 333, after the end of the persecutions of the first</span><br /><span>Christians. For centuries, the successors of St. Peter resided there, and to this day it remains the oldest and</span><br /><span>most important church of the Roman tradition</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Meaning of the Reading</span><br /><span>The readings speak of the Temple as a visible sign of God&rsquo;s presence among His people.</span><br /><span>It is in the temple that the faithful gather to place before the Lord their needs, prayers, sufferings,</span><br /><span>offerings, and hopes.</span><br /><span>In the Gospel, Jesus reveals that the true Temple is His Body, and that after His death He would rebuild it</span><br /><span>in three days; announcing the mystery of the Resurrection.</span><br /><span>We too are called to care for our bodies and souls, living temples of the Holy Spirit.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Parish Life &ndash; Our Community Gathered</span><br /><span>After Mass, we enjoyed a joyful moment of fellowship:</span><br /><span>We had a wonderful community gathering to celebrate and honor our birthday celebrants.</span><br /><span>The youth dance group Yancuic Tlitl offered beautiful dances that brightened our community lunch.</span><br /><span>The parish expresses its deep gratitude to Flor, Francis, and Erica for their care, dedication, and generous</span><br /><span>service. Their work with the youth, their joyful presence, and their attention to every detail make our</span><br /><span>gatherings more beautiful and full of life. May God bless them abundantly for all they do with such love.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Youth Group &ndash; Second Saturday of Each Month</span><br /><span>During the meeting, the youth reflected on:</span><br /><span>The theme inspired by Isaiah 43:1:</span><br /><span>&ldquo;I have called you by your name.</span><br /><span>&rdquo;</span><br /><span>recognizing their value and mission,growing in work and spiritual life,</span><br /><span>appreciating one another,</span><br /><span>building together a future of hope.</span><br /><span>Last Saturday, after their formation meeting, the youth joined the Mass and were welcomed at the altar by</span><br /><span>Father Michael &mdash; a beautiful gesture that encouraged them to feel like a living part of the Church.</span><br /><span>With prayer, creativity, and joy, the group continues to grow.</span><br /><span>Praised be Jesus Christ for all we experience in this community!</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Upcoming Parish Feasts!</span><br /><span>Dear brothers and sisters, we are preparing for the important celebrations of this season:</span><br /><span>&#10070;</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Feast of St. Nicholas</span><br /><span>Date: December 7</span><br /><span>Time: 9:00 AM</span><br /><span>A special community event will follow the Mass.</span><br /><span>&#10070;</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Our Lady of Guadalupe</span><br /><span>Our parish celebration will take place on Sunday, December 14.</span><br /><span>Time: 8:00 AM and forward</span><br /><span>Let us prepare our hearts for these beloved celebrations.</span><br /><span>May Christ, the true Temple, dwell in our hearts and make us living stones of His Church.</span><br /><span>In Christ,</span><br /><span>Fr. Jose Cavalcante<br />&#8203;</span><br /><br /><span>Este domingo 9 de noviembre celebramos en la parroquia San Nicholas of Myra la Dedicaci&oacute;n de la</span><br /><span>Bas&iacute;lica de San Juan de Letr&aacute;n, la catedral del Papa como obispo de Roma. Esta bas&iacute;lica tiene su origen a</span><br /><span>comienzos del siglo IV y fue solemnemente dedicada en el a&ntilde;o 333, despu&eacute;s del fin de las persecuciones</span><br /><span>contra los primeros cristianos. Durante siglos, all&iacute; residieron los sucesores de San Pedro, y hasta hoy es la</span><br /><span>iglesia m&aacute;s antigua e importante de la tradici&oacute;n romana.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Sentido de las Lecturas</span><br /><span>Las lecturas de este d&iacute;a hablan del Templo como un signo visible de la presencia de Dios entre su pueblo.</span><br /><span>En el templo los fieles presentan al Se&ntilde;or sus necesidades, oraciones, dolores, ofrendas y esperanzas.</span><br /><span>En el Evangelio, Jes&uacute;s revela que el verdadero Templo es Su Cuerpo, y que despu&eacute;s de su muerte lo</span><br /><span>reconstruir&iacute;a en tres d&iacute;as, anunciando el misterio de la Resurrecci&oacute;n</span><br /><span>Tambi&eacute;n nosotros somos llamados a cuidar de nuestro cuerpo y alma, templos vivos del Esp&iacute;ritu Santo.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Vida Parroquial &ndash; Comunidad Reunida</span><br /><span>Despu&eacute;s de la Misa, compartimos un alegre momento de convivencia:</span><br /><span>Tuvimos una hermosa convivencia comunitaria para celebrar y honrar a nuestros cumplea&ntilde;eros.</span><br /><span>El grupo de danza juvenil </span><span>Yancuic Tlitl </span><span>ofreci&oacute; hermosas danzas que animaron nuestro almuerzo</span><br /><span>comunitario.</span><br /><span>La parroquia expresa su profundo agradecimiento a Flor, Francis y Erica por su dedicaci&oacute;n, entrega y</span><br /><span>generoso servicio.</span><br /><span>Su trabajo con los j&oacute;venes, su alegre presencia y su atenci&oacute;n a cada detalle hacen que nuestras reuniones</span><br /><span>sean m&aacute;s hermosas y llenas de vida.</span><br /><span>&iexcl;Que Dios los bendiga abundantemente por todo lo que hacen con tanto amor!</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">Grupo de J&oacute;venes &ndash; Segundo s&aacute;bado de cada mes</span><br /><span>Durante el encuentro, los j&oacute;venes reflexionaron sobre:El tema inspirado en Isa&iacute;as 43:1:</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">&ldquo;Te he llamado por tu nombre.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">&rdquo;</span><br /><span>Reconociendo su valor y misi&oacute;n,</span><br /><span>creciendo en su vida laboral y espiritual,</span><br /><span>apreci&aacute;ndose mutuamente</span><br /><span>y construyendo juntos un futuro de esperanza.</span><br /><span>Despu&eacute;s de su reuni&oacute;n de formaci&oacute;n, los j&oacute;venes participaron en la Misa y fueron invitados al altar por el</span><br /><span>Padre Michael, un hermoso gesto que los anim&oacute; a sentirse parte viva de la Iglesia.</span><br /><span>Con oraci&oacute;n, creatividad y alegr&iacute;a, el grupo sigue creciendo.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold">&iexcl;Pr&oacute;ximas Fiestas de la Parroquia!</span><br /><span>Queridos hermanos y hermanas, ya nos preparamos para las grandes celebraciones de esta temporada:</span><br /><span>Fiesta de San Nicol&aacute;s</span><br /><span>Fecha: 7 de diciembre</span><br /><span>Hora:9:00 AM</span><br /><span>Despu&eacute;s de la misa habr&aacute; un evento especial para toda la comunidad.</span><br /><span>Nuestra Se&ntilde;ora de Guadalupe</span><br /><span>Celebraremos el domingo 14 de diciembre.</span><br /><span>Hora: 8:00 AM en adelante</span><br /><span>Preparemos el coraz&oacute;n para vivir estas celebraciones con fe y alegr&iacute;a.</span><br /><span>Que Cristo, el verdadero Templo, habite en nuestros corazones y nos haga piedras vivas de su Iglesia.</span><br /><span>En Cristo,</span><br /><span>P. Jose Cavalcante</span><br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dia de los Muertos]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/dia-de-los-muertos]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/dia-de-los-muertos#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:38:50 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/dia-de-los-muertos</guid><description><![CDATA[       Sunday of All Saints and All Souls at San NicholasThis Sunday, the community of Saint Nicholas celebrated with faith and emotion the Feast of All Saints and All Souls, moments when the Church invites us to look toward heaven and remember with gratitude those who have already gone to the Father&rsquo;s house.The Holy Mass on this day has a deep meaning: we celebrate the communion of saints &mdash; those who already live in God&rsquo;s glory &mdash; and we pray for the souls of the faithful [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p124.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;">Sunday of All Saints and All Souls at San Nicholas<br /><br />This Sunday, the community of Saint Nicholas celebrated with faith and emotion the Feast of All Saints and All Souls, moments when the Church invites us to look toward heaven and remember with gratitude those who have already gone to the Father&rsquo;s house.<br /><br />The Holy Mass on this day has a deep meaning: we celebrate the communion of saints &mdash; those who already live in God&rsquo;s glory &mdash; and we pray for the souls of the faithful departed, asking that they too may reach the fullness of eternal life. It is a time of hope, light, and spiritual union between heaven and earth.<br /><br />Before the Mass, there was the preparation and decoration of the altar dedicated to the departed souls, a gesture of love and faith that is part of Latin tradition found from Mexico throughout Latin America. The altar was adorned with flowers, candles, and photos, creating a sacred space of memory and prayer.<br /><br />During the celebration, after the Creed, each person received a candle to light in honor of their loved ones &mdash; a symbol of light that never fades before God. United in prayer, we remembered that love is stronger than death and that eternal life is the promise Christ has given us.<br /><br />The altar remains in the parish as a living sign of faith, remembrance, and hope in the resurrection.<br /><br />See our social media for more photos!<br /><br />Domingo de Todos los Santos y Fieles Difuntos en San Nicol&aacute;s<br /><br />Este domingo, la comunidad de San Nicol&aacute;s celebr&oacute; con fe y emoci&oacute;n la Fiesta de Todos los Santos y de los Fieles Difuntos, momentos en los que la Iglesia nos invita a mirar al cielo y recordar con gratitud a quienes ya han partido a la casa del Padre.<br /><br />La Santa Misa en este d&iacute;a tiene un profundo significado: celebramos la comuni&oacute;n de los santos &mdash; aquellos que ya viven en la gloria de Dios &mdash; y oramos por las almas de los fieles difuntos, pidiendo que tambi&eacute;n alcancen la plenitud de la vida eterna. Es un tiempo de esperanza, luz y uni&oacute;n espiritual entre el cielo y la tierra.<br /><br />Antes de la Misa, se realiz&oacute; la preparaci&oacute;n y decoraci&oacute;n del altar dedicado a las almas difuntas, un gesto de amor y fe que forma parte de la tradici&oacute;n latina, presente desde M&eacute;xico hasta toda Am&eacute;rica Latina. El altar fue adornado con flores, velas y fotograf&iacute;as, creando un espacio sagrado de memoria y oraci&oacute;n.<br /><br />Durante la celebraci&oacute;n, despu&eacute;s del Credo, cada persona recibi&oacute; una vela para encenderla en honor a sus seres queridos, s&iacute;mbolo de la luz que nunca se apaga ante Dios. Unidos en la oraci&oacute;n, recordamos que el amor es m&aacute;s fuerte que la muerte y que la vida eterna es la promesa que Cristo nos dej&oacute;.<br /><br />El altar permanece a&uacute;n en la parroquia, como un signo vivo de fe, recuerdo y esperanza en la resurrection<br /><br />&iexcl;Mira a nuestra social media por mas fotos!</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healing, Reconciliation, & Gratitude]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/healing-reconciliation-gratitude]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/healing-reconciliation-gratitude#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:13:53 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/cooperscorner/healing-reconciliation-gratitude</guid><description><![CDATA[       First Reading: 2 Kings 5:1&ndash;3, 7&ndash;15This Sunday&rsquo;s first reading tells the story of Naaman&rsquo;s healing, a powerful reminder of faith, humility, and the transforming grace of God. Naaman, a foreigner suffering from leprosy, finds healing not through power or wealth, but through obedience and trust in God&rsquo;s word spoken through the prophet Elisha.Saturday&rsquo;s Youth Gathering (4 PM &ndash; 7 PM)On Saturday, the youth group met at the parish with the theme &ldquo;W [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="http://www.saintnicholasencino.org/uploads/2/3/0/9/23099642/p121.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span><strong>First Reading: 2 Kings 5:1&ndash;3, 7&ndash;15</strong></span><br /><span>This Sunday&rsquo;s first reading tells the story of Naaman&rsquo;s healing, a powerful reminder of faith, humility, and the transforming grace of God. Naaman, a foreigner suffering from leprosy, finds healing not through power or wealth, but through obedience and trust in God&rsquo;s word spoken through the prophet Elisha.</span><br /><br /><br /><span><strong>Saturday&rsquo;s Youth Gathering (4 PM &ndash; 7 PM)</strong></span><br /><span>On Saturday, the youth group met at the parish with the theme &ldquo;We Are the Church.&rdquo; Around 12 young people participated, some together with their parents. Miss Flor, Mrs. Francis, and Mrs. Erica led and guided the activities, helping the young people reflect on their dreams, hopes, and goals for the future. Together, they explored the essence of youth in light of faith.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Each young person drew the outline of their hand and wrote inside it their dreams and personal actions, both positive and negative. Then, everyone placed their handprints on a large poster titled &ldquo;We Are the Church.&rdquo; It was a beautiful and meaningful moment of unity and faith.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>During the gathering, Father Jos&eacute; offered a reflection on a verse from the Book of Ecclesiastes, reminding everyone of the importance of recognizing the time and purpose that God gives to every stage of life.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>The youth also played soccer, learning the value of teamwork, communication, and following God&rsquo;s guidance both on and off the field.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>We also had the participation of the Yancuic Tlitl Youth Folkloric Dance Group, who presented &ldquo;Thriller&rdquo; on Saturday and traditional folkloric dances on Sunday. Their enthusiasm and talent filled the parish with joy, culture, and community spirit.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>At the end, a passage from the Youth Bible was read, emphasizing faith, hope, and dreams as the foundation of Christian life and of the young Church.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>We especially recognize Mrs. Erica, whose presence and dedication are of great value to her family and to the young people of our community.</span><br /><br /><br /><span><strong>Gospel Reflection &ndash; Luke 17:11&ndash;19</strong></span><br /><span>This Sunday&rsquo;s Gospel speaks of healing and gratitude. Jesus heals ten lepers, but only one returns to give thanks &mdash; a foreigner. The passage reminds us to be humble and grateful, recognizing that our healing and essence come from God.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>In biblical times, leprosy represented isolation, fear, and rejection.</span><br /><span>Today, &ldquo;modern leprosy&rdquo; appears in other forms: distance, prejudice, fear of others, and social exclusion based on race, gender, or status. The Gospel invites us to be instruments of healing, reconciliation, and gratitude, following the example of Jesus.</span><br /><br /><br /><span><strong>Final Reflection</strong></span><br /><span>As the youth reminded us on Saturday, &ldquo;We are the Church.&rdquo;</span><br /><span>The Church is built through our dreams, faith, and commitment. This Sunday, the readings invite us to heal what divides us, to overcome fear and prejudice, and to live with gratitude and love, as true disciples of Christ.</span><br /><br /><span>With gratitude and blessings,</span><br /><span>Father Jos&eacute;</span><br /><span>&#11835;</span><br /><strong><span>Resumen de las Lecturas y Actividades Parroquiales &ndash; Parroquia San Nicholas</span><br /></strong><br /><span><strong>Primera Lectura: 2 Reyes 5:1&ndash;3, 7&ndash;15</strong></span><br /><span>La primera lectura de este domingo narra la historia de la curaci&oacute;n de Naam&aacute;n, un poderoso ejemplo de fe, humildad y gracia transformadora. Naam&aacute;n, un extranjero enfermo de lepra, no fue sanado por su poder o riqueza, sino por su obediencia y confianza en la palabra de Dios transmitida por el profeta Eliseo.</span><br /><br /><span>El s&aacute;bado, el grupo de j&oacute;venes se reuni&oacute; en la parroquia con el tema &ldquo;Nosotros somos la Iglesia.&rdquo;</span><br /><span>Participaron alrededor de 12 j&oacute;venes, algunos acompa&ntilde;ados por sus padres.</span><br /><br /><span>La Sra. Flor, la Sra. Francis y la Sra. Erica dirigieron y acompa&ntilde;aron las actividades, ayudando a los j&oacute;venes a reflexionar sobre sus sue&ntilde;os, esperanzas y metas para el futuro.</span><br /><span>Juntos exploraron la esencia de la juventud a la luz de la fe.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Cada joven dibuj&oacute; el contorno de su mano y dentro escribi&oacute; sus deseos y acciones personales, tanto positivas como negativas. Luego, todos pusieron la huella de su mano en un cartel con el t&iacute;tulo &ldquo;Nosotros somos la Iglesia.&rdquo; Fue un momento muy hermoso y significativo de unidad y fe.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Durante el encuentro, el Padre Jos&eacute; comparti&oacute; una reflexi&oacute;n sobre un vers&iacute;culo del Libro del Eclesiast&eacute;s, recordando la importancia de reconocer el tiempo y el prop&oacute;sito que Dios da a cada etapa de la vida.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Los j&oacute;venes tambi&eacute;n jugaron f&uacute;tbol, donde aprendieron sobre trabajar en equipo, comunicarse y seguir a Dios tanto en el juego como en la vida cotidiana.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Tambi&eacute;n contamos con la participaci&oacute;n del Grupo de Danza Folcl&oacute;rica Juvenil Yancuic Tlitl, que present&oacute; &ldquo;Thriller&rdquo; el s&aacute;bado y danzas folcl&oacute;ricas tradicionales el domingo. Su entusiasmo y talento llenaron la parroquia de alegr&iacute;a, cultura y esp&iacute;ritu comunitario.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Al final, se ley&oacute; un pasaje de la Biblia Juvenil, destacando la fe, la esperanza y los sue&ntilde;os como base de la vida cristiana y del papel de los j&oacute;venes en la Iglesia.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Queremos reconocer especialmente a la Sra. Erica, cuya presencia y dedicaci&oacute;n son de gran valor para su familia y para los j&oacute;venes de nuestra comunidad.</span><br /><br /><br /><span><strong>Evangelio &ndash; Lucas 17:11&ndash;19</strong></span><br /><span>El Evangelio de este domingo nos habla de la curaci&oacute;n y la gratitud. Jes&uacute;s sana a diez leprosos, pero solo uno vuelve para dar gracias &mdash;un extranjero.</span><br /><span>Este pasaje nos ense&ntilde;a la humildad y la importancia de reconocer de d&oacute;nde viene nuestra sanaci&oacute;n y nuestra esencia: vienen de Dios.</span><br /><br /><br /><span>En los tiempos b&iacute;blicos, la lepra simbolizaba el miedo, la exclusi&oacute;n y el rechazo.</span><br /><span>Hoy, la &ldquo;lepra moderna&rdquo; se manifiesta de otras formas: distancia, prejuicio, miedo al otro y exclusi&oacute;n social por raza, g&eacute;nero o condici&oacute;n. </span><span>El Evangelio nos invita a ser instrumentos de sanaci&oacute;n, reconciliaci&oacute;n y gratitud, siguiendo el ejemplo de Jes&uacute;s.</span><br /><br /><span><strong>Reflexi&oacute;n Final</strong></span><br /><span>Como recordaron los j&oacute;venes el s&aacute;bado, &ldquo;Nosotros somos la Iglesia.&rdquo;</span><br /><span>La Iglesia se construye con nuestros sue&ntilde;os, nuestra fe y nuestro compromiso.</span><br /><span>Las lecturas de este domingo nos llaman a sanar lo que nos divide, a superar el miedo y el prejuicio, y a vivir con gratitud y amor, como verdaderos disc&iacute;pulos de Cristo.</span><br /><br /><span>Con gratitud y bendiciones,</span><br /><span>Padre Jos&eacute;</span></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>