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October 4, 2020 | Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Our Mission: To love God, proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, and serve all Godʹs people.
Fr. Gerard’s Corner
In the first parable we hear today, from Isaiah, we hear a condensed history of the Chosen Peo‐
ple. Like Eden, this vineyard is tended lovingly by God (“my friend”), its choicest vines fertile, full
of life. But like Eden, what it yielded was from outside the goodness of creation. God’s wrath
flares up with the yield of wild (Hebrew beushim, meaning “stinking” or “rotten”) grapes. Isaiah
proclaims that the LORD will take away its protection, its life‐giving rain, its tender care. Though
we know that God has forgiven the Chosen People again and again, Isaiah’s role as prophet
demands he focus the people attention on their sinfulness.
The second parable, told by Jesus to the chief priests, uses the same setting, so no doubt the chief priests recalled
the passage from Isaiah as Jesus told the new story. They are quick to judge the greedy, envious tenants, and
rightly so, but they fail to make the connection of their role in the parable. So too may we. When do we persist on
putting our own self‐interest before the landowner’s/my friend’s/God’s? As in the parable immediately preceding
this one, the one we heard last Sunday, God entrusts the vineyard, the kingdom, to those who do the work and
produce good fruit.
Now that we know what we are called to do, we must ask how we do it. How does our faith bear fruit? Saint Paul
tells us. Pursue what is true, honorable, just, pure, and all things worthy of God’s praise. This is how our faith is
brought to fruition. “Then the God of peace will be with you” (Philippians 4:9).
Fr. Gerard Lecomte, CJM
Pastoral Patterns Summer 2020
PRAYER INTENTIONS Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and
petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests
Mike Brown, Lou Marsh, Rachel Dutton known to God. — Philippians 4:6
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
8:30 AM DAILY MASS INTENTIONS What one specific thing can I do with my time and
Date of Offering Presider Intention talents to produce fruit in the vineyard I call home?
Sat., Oct. 3 Fr. Ben Maria McEneany †
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sun., Oct. 4 Fr. Gerard Parishioners Sunday: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time;
Mon., Oct. 5 Fr. Gerard Darolyne Bosch † Respect Life Sunday
Monday: Bl. Francis Xavier Seelos
Tue., Oct. 6 Fr. Bill Joque Ramirez † Tuesday: St. Bruno; Bl. Marie Rose Durocher
Wed., Oct. 7 Fr. Gerard Jean Stanley † Wednesday: Our Lady of the Rosary
Friday: St. Denis & Companions; St. John Leonardi
Thur., Oct. 8 Fr. Gerard Kathryn Kremmer † Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary
Fri., Oct. 9 Fr. Gerard For all the sick
THE POPE’S MONTHLY INTENTIONS
Sat., Oct. 10 Fr. Ben For our country The Laity's Mission in the Church
We pray that by the virtue of baptism, the laity,
Request a Prayer / Mass Intention at especially women, may participate more in areas of
vlopez@stjames-stleo.org or call (858) 755-2545
responsibility in the Church.
Suggested Mass Intention Donation $10
St. James—St. Leo Catholic Community is under the pastoral care of the Eudist Fathers, or Congregation of Jesus and Mary.
We owe our name to Saint John Eudes who founded the Congregation in France in 1643. Evangelization, mainly with the
poor and the youth, is our primary purpose, as well as formation to ministry in the training of diocesan priests and lay
ministers. Our motto is “To Serve Christ and His Church.” For more information visit: http://www.eudistsusa.org
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WEEKLY COLLECTION St. James-St. Leo Directory
September 27, 2020 Clergy
St. James‐St. Leo $8,767 Pastor
Online $4,686 Rev. Gerard Lecomte, CJM
Total $13,453 frgerardcjm@stjames-stleo.org | 858-755-2545
What return shall I make to the Lord Business Manager
for all the Lord has given me. – Psalm 116 Deacon Peter Hodsdon
deaconpeter@stjames-stleo.org | 858-755-2545 Ext. *112
ONLINE GIVING
Marriage Ministry Coordinator
Online Giving provides a convenient way to make Deacon Bill Kazmierowicz | deaconbill@stjames-stleo.com
financial contributions to your church. Visit our website
www.stjamesandleo.org and click on "Online Giving" Administration
and complete your initial account registration. Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor
Thank you for your continued generosity, prayers, and Virginia Lopez
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St. James-St. Leo. Your efforts make so many things vlopez@stjames-stleo.org | bulletin@stjames-stleo.org
possible for our parish, community, and church. Bookkeeper
Albert Fitzgerald
Easy, convenient, and secure!
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PARISH REGISTRATION Ministries
Welcome to Director of Youth Ministry
St. James‐St. Leo Catholic Community! Evangely Ward
eward@stjames-stleo.org | 858-755-2545 Ext. *114
Register as a parishioner online at stjamesandleo.org
Director of Religious Education
Pamela Smith
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Weekly Newsletter Jannet Diaz
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Contact Pamela Smith to sign up. Director of Religious Education ‐ St. Leo Mission
(858) 755-2545 ext. *106 | psmith@stjames-stleo.org Blanca Rodriguez
brodriguez@stjames-stleo.org | 858-755-2545 Ext. *102
Mass Schedule
Saints Thrift Shop
Mass Schedule 858-755-0654
Saturday: 5:00 PM St. James Church Hours: Monday - Saturday | 10am - 4pm
Sunday: 9:00 AM SJA Outdoors St. James-St. Leo Clinic
10:30 AM St. Leo Mission | Spanish Mass 858-259-9464
Daily Mass St. James Church Hours: Saturday | 9am - 11am
8:30 AM | Monday - Saturday Mission Circle
Reconciliation 858-792-0516
3:30 PM | Saturday (or by appointment)
To report suspected sexual misconduct or child abuse
Office Hours within our institutions and ministries please contact the
9:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Monday - Friday
Victims Assistance Coordinator,
Rosary Group: St. James Church | 8:00 AM to 8:30PM
Adoration: St. James Church | Thursdays | 9am to 4pm Mary Acosta at (858) 490-8353
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Our Mission: To love God, proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, and serve all Godʹs people.
Diocese of San Diego 2020 Annual Catholic Appeal
Goal: $91,500
Donations received: $65,968
When's the last time you saved someone's life? Here's your chance!
The mobile unit of the San Diego Blood Bank will be at St. James Sunday, October 4, from 7:30 A.M. to 12:45 P.M. to
receive blood donations. The bloodmobile will be parked at the entrance to the hall.
For your convenience, you may make an appointment either by:
- signing up at the table after Mass, or
- visiting the Blood Bank website at MY-SDBB.org, or
- calling the Blood Bank 1-800-4MY-SDBB (1-800-469-7322), or
- calling Bob or Cory Graves at 858-755-8990, or emailing Bob at robtgraves@wwdb.org
October 18, 2020 is World Mission Sunday
EXTRAORDINARY MISSIONARY MONTH The Society for the Propagation of the Faith
We are Baptized and Sent!
We are called through our baptism to be part of the Church’s missionary efforts, through prayer,
self‐sacrifice and support of missionary vocations through material aid. Remembering that we are baptized and
sent as a Universal Church of Christ on mission in the world, we can…
PRAY for the Church’s worldwide missionary work
OFFER financial HELP and CHARITY through The Society for the Propagation of the Faith for vulnerable
communities throughout Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands.
St. Leo Mission FAITHFUL WORKING
FOR LASTING CHANGE
Covid-19 Testing Site
BILINGUAL FORUMS VIA ZOOM
St. Leo Mission is a Drive‐Up testing site. “My Church, My Story”
No appointment necessary. Testing is free. Overcoming Racism: Listen ‐ Dialogue ‐ Action
Testing is available for individuals 12 and over. PROMOTING A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF
THE LATINO EXPERIENCE
St. Leo Mission
Speakers
936 Genevieve Street October 7, 2020| 6:30 PM
Solana Beach, CA 92075 Monserrat Ramirez, Member of Parish Council
Hours: Saturdays: 8:30 AM ‐ 3:30 PM Christ the King Parish
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON COVID‐19, VISIT Very Rev. Michael Pham, Vicar General
WWW.CORONAVIRUS‐SD.COM Ethnic and Intercultural Communities
Facilitators
Please seek medical attention by contacting your Linda Arreola, Parishioner of St. Antony of Padua
medical provider or 911 immediately if you are
Director of Permanent Diaconate
experiencing these or other symptoms that are Fr. Eduardo Samaniego, SJ
severe or of concern to you: trouble breathing,
REGISTRATION
persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new
WWW.SDCATHOLIC.ORG/MYSTORY
confusion, inability to wake or stay awake,
CFAJARDO@SDCATHOLIC.ORG
bluish lips or face. (858) 271‐0207 EXT. 1204
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Blessing of the Animals - Sunday, October 4, at 10:15am.
Do you feel a call to PRAY … to LEARN … and to SERVE?
A special year-long program that supports pregnant and parenting moms in our
community is available to our parish through the San Diego Diocese. All we need is a
chair or co-chairs to lead this pro-life ministry. If you have a special place in your heart
for pregnant and new moms or ever thought about getting more involved in this ministry
at St. James-St. Leo, contact Deacon Peter Hodsdon at deaconpeter@stjames-stleo.com.
Facebook/Twitter:
Did you know the
Peter’s Pence Collection is
rooted in ancient Christianity
Learn more about this
collection and #WitnessCharity
Saturday, October 10 | 8:00am to Noon by supporting it this weekend
and at Mass!
Sunday, October 11 | 8:00am to 1:00pm
#1church1mission
at St. James Church (storages area) www.peterspence.va/en.html
625 S. Nardo Ave., Solana Beach, CA 92075
We are resuming our PB & J sandwich program,
Furniture, household items, and more. helping homeless and prisoners in Tijuana.
Masks and social distance are required.
We could use your support with donations of creamy
All proceeds go to peanut butter and any flavor jelly. We also need travel
St. Leo Mission size shampoo/conditioner, soap and body lotion.
Please drop off all donations to St. James front office.
If you would like to donate furniture or
household items for our garage sale We are so thankful for the generosity of our
please contact at parishioners! If you are interested in
Jannet Diaz volunteering, please reach out to
(858) 481-6788 Stephanie Kowack 860‐961‐3002
God Bless.
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Our Mission: To love God, proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, and serve all Godʹs people.
St. James‐St. Leo is working with several local parishes as the: SAN DIEGO CATHOLIC ADULT COMMUNITY (CAC)
Young Adults | Adult Community | ACTIVE 60’s+
For ALL upcoming event details AND to sign up for weekly Email Updates Website: https://sandiegocac.org/
Contact Nancy Wesseln nancy@sandiegocac.org (858) 847‐0724
YOUNG ADULTS
Wednesdays | “Catholic FORUM” | 6pm
Elements of the Catholic Mass. Come with questions, ideas and to “meet” other young adults! This is a place to
discuss faith and be comfortable, knowing none of us are scholars, but love God and care about other people.
More details/Zoom link: krissy@sandiegocac.org
Thursdays | COLLEGE AGE Faith Sharing Small Group! (18-25) | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Are you having trouble listening to God lately? Unsure of where to go next in your faith?
We are joining St. Charles Young Adult Ministry. ALL ARE WELCOME!
Experience this journey with God while sharing your experiences with other young adults. Reflecting with others in
this intimate space will help each other listen deeper to what God is revealing to us.
Contact: Megan@sandiegocac.org for the Zoom link and JOIN US!
ADULT COMMUNITY (All Adults)
Saturday, October 10th | CAC - Stonewall Peak Hike | 9:30am
Join us as we hike Stonewall Peak located within Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.
This is a 4.5 mile roundtrip hike with amazing views of Lake Cuyamaca and Cuyamaca Peak.
This is considered a moderate-to-strenuous hike, starting at an elevation of 4,951’ and climbing to 5,730’.
We’ll meet at 9:30 am in the day-use parking lot inside Paso Picacho Campground at 13652 CA-79, Julian, CA. The
parking fee is $10 and can be paid upon entering the campground. The day-use parking lot is to the right after
passing the ranger booth. Please bring a sack lunch to join us for lunch in the picnic area after the hike. We’ll
practice social distancing and ask that you bring your mask in the event that trail gets crowed. And of course please
be sure to bring plenty of water and sunscreen. See you at the trailhead!
To RSVP please email us at hiking@sandiegocac.org or call Tim at 619‐520‐9358
Sunday, October 11 | Great Works Club | 6pm
For October, we will be reading Jane Austen's "Emma."
Please join us on Zoom to discuss this classic work (and share any advice about which movie versions you would or
would not recommend) We will be meeting virtually at 6PM.New people welcome!
For Zoom link, RSVP greatworksclub@sandiegocac.org
ACTIVE 60s+
Friday Walking Group | 9:30AM | St Brigid parking lot 4735 Cass Street - Pacific Beach
We will, of course, conform to social distancing and face covering guidelines. Contacts: Carol (619) 227‐7500
SUNDAY, October 11 | Book Club | 2pm
Code Name Hélène is a spellbinding and moving story of enduring love, remarkable sacrifice and unfaltering resolve
that chronicles the true exploits of a woman who deserves to be a household name. We will send out the Zoom link
when you RSVP. Contacts/RSVP: Maggie and Greg maggie@sandiegocac.org
Tuesday, October 13 | Faith and Belief | For now, we will continue to meet using ZOOM | 6:30pm
Once/month we take an article/topic for guided reflection and discussion. Wherever you are in your faith walk.
There is no homework/no preparation! RSVP/Contact Warren for the Zoom Link: Warren@sandiegocac.
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October: Month of the Holy Rosary and Respect Life
Live the Gospel of Life
Respect Life Reflection
Twenty-five years ago, Pope St. John Paul II wrote that the Gospel of life is at the heart of
Jesus’ saving message to the world (Evangelium vitae 1). In taking on human flesh, dwelling
among us, and sacrificing his very life for our redemption, Christ reveals the profound dignity
of every human person. This God-given dignity does not change with our stage of life, abili-
ties, level of independence, or any other varying circumstance.
Rather, it is rooted in the permanent fact that each of us is made in the image and likeness of
God, created to share in the very life of God himself. The human person is a “manifestation of
God in the world, a sign of his presence, a trace of his glory” (EV 34). And we must reflect
this truth in how we act and how we treat one another.
The truth of the Gospel of life is at the foundation of who we are as followers of Christ. In his
earthly life, Jesus provided the perfect model for how we are to love our neighbor and live out
the Gospel call: “Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you
did it to me” (Mt. 25:40).
Jesus calls each of us to “care for the other as a person for whom God has made us responsi-
ble” (EV 87). The Gospel of life is intrinsic to the whole Christian life and foundational to the
decisions we make on a daily basis. For, “the Gospel of God’s love for man, the Gospel of the
dignity of the person and the Gospel of life are a single and indivisible Gospel” (EV 2, em-
phasis added).
In his encyclical on the Gospel of life, Pope St. John Paul II recognizes the full range of
threats against human life, from poverty and malnutrition to murder and war. He places par-
ticular emphasis, however, on threats to life at its beginning and end—precisely when it is
most in need of protection. In modern times, children in their mothers’ wombs and those ap-
proaching the end of their lives are certainly among the “least of these” in our world’s estima-
tion. Practices such as abortion and assisted suicide tragically reject the truth that human life
is always to be cherished and defended with loving concern.
As the Church celebrates the 25th anniversary of Pope St. John Paul II’s prophetic encyclical,
let us reflect on how we personally live out the Gospel: Do I talk about and act towards oth-
ers as I would talk about and treat Jesus himself? Do I inform myself of the Church’s teach-
ings and engage in the civic arena as first a follower of Christ? Do I support and advocate
for laws and policies that protect and defend human life? Do I help pregnant and parenting
mothers in need? Am I ready to support a loved one nearing death?
Through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe, may Our Lord grant us the grace to truly
and courageously live his Gospel of life.
Excerpts from Evangelium vitae, © 1995, Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used with permission. All rights re-
served. Scriptural excerpts from Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States, second
typical edition, Copyright © 2001, 1998, 1997, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine; Psalm re-
frain © 1968, 1981, 1997, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. Used with permission.
All rights reserved. Copyright © 2020, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C.
All rights reserved.
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El rincón del Padre Gerardo
En la primera parábola que escuchamos hoy de Isaías se nos narra una historia condensada del
pueblo escogido. Como en el Edén, esta viña la atiende amorosamente Dios (“mi amigo”), con
una vid fértil y llena de vida. Pero al igual que en el Edén, lo que se produce no es coherente con
lo bueno de la creación. Brota la ira de Dios con la producción de uvas agrias (en hebreo beushim,
o “malolientes” o “podridas”). Isaías proclama que el Señor le quitará su protección, la lluvia y su
tierno cuidado. Aunque sabemos que Dios ha perdonado al pueblo escogido una y otra vez, el
papel de Isaías
como profeta exige llamarle la atención a la gente sobre el pecado en que viven.
La segunda parábola, contada por Jesús a los sumos sacerdotes, usa el mismo marco, así es que es indudable que
los sumos sacerdotes recordaran el pasaje de Isaías mientras Jesús les contaba la historia. Están prestos a juzgar a
los avaros y envidiosos viñadores, y bien que lo hagan; pero no conectan su propio papel en la parábola. Tal vez
nosotros tampoco. ¿Persisto en poner mis propios intereses por encima de los del dueño/mi amigo/Dios? Al igual
que en la parábola que inmediatamente le precede a ésta, que escuchamos el domingo pasado, Dios le confía la
viña, o sea el Reino, a aquellos que hacen el trabajo y producen buenos frutos.
Ahora que sabemos qué estamos llamados a hacer debemos preguntar cómo hacerlo. ¿De qué manera la fe
produce frutos? Nos lo dice san Pablo. Vayan en pos de todo lo que es verdadero y noble, justo, puro, y todo lo
que sea digno de elogio por parte de Dios. Así es cómo nuestra fe rinde frutos. “Y el Dios de la paz estará con
ustedes” (filipenses 4, 9).
Padre Gerardo Lecomte, CJM
Palabras PastoralesVerano 2020
Horario de Oficina No se inquieten por nada; más bien presenten en toda
Lunes: 9:00am - 4:00pm ocasión sus peticiones a Dios en la oración y la súplica,
Martes: CERRADO llenos de gratitud. — Filipenses 4:6
Miércoles: 12:30pm - 4:00pm Pregunta de la Semana
Jueves: 9:00am - 4:00pm ¿Qué cosa específica puedo hacer con mi tiempo y
Viernes: 9:00am - 4:00pm talentos para producir frutos en la viña que llamo hogar?
Horario de Misa Los Santos y otras Celebraciones
Domingo | 10:30 AM Domingo: Vigésimo Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo
Reconciliación: St. James Church | 3:30 PM o con cita. Ordinario; Domingo Respetemos la Vida
Lunes: Beato Francisco Javier Seelos
Peticiones de Oración/Intenciones de Misa Martes: San Bruno; Beata María Rosa Durocher
Favor de comunicarse con Jannet Diaz al Miércoles: Nuestra Señora del Rosario
(858) 481-6788 ext. *200 o jdiaz@stjames-stleo.org Viernes: S. Dionisio y compañeros; S. Juan Leonardi
No se aceptarán peticiones de último momento. Sábado: Bienaventurada Virgen María
Distribución de Comida Intenciones de Oración del Papa Francisco
Martes y Jueves | 6:00PM a 8:00 PM Intención de oración por la evangelización:
Regístrate aquí: https://ccdsd.org/efdn/ La misión de los laicos en la Iglesia.
Para asistencia: Marisol (858) 382-9444 Recemos para que en virtud del bautismo los fieles
Recuerda venir en auto y usar máscara. laicos, en especial las mujeres, participen más en las
instancias de responsabilidad de la Iglesia.
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¡Mantente informado! ¡Síguenos en Facebook! @ St. Leo Mission
Le invitamos a traer sus sombrillas, sombreros o carpas a misa para protegerse del sol.
Le recordamos que si usted se siente enfermo no asista a misa.
Puede seguir la transmisión en vivo por nuestro canal de YouTube.
Nuestra librería está abierta al público los domingos después de Misa,
solo les pedimos que lleven su mascarilla y nos ayuden a mantener la distancia social.
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Nuestra Misión: Amar a Dios, proclamar la Buena nueva de Jesucristo, servir al pueblo de Dios.
CAMPEONES DE LA SALUD
VACUNA CONTRA LA GRIPE
¡GRATUITA!
Vacúnese y salve vidas.
Sábado 10 de octubre de 8:00am a 12:00pm Sábado, 31 de octubre de 2020
9 AM a 1 PM
y Domingo 11 de octubre de 8:00am a 1:00pm St. James-St. Leo
936 Genevieve St., Solana Beach, 92075
Iglesia de St. James
Para más información:
(donde están las bodegas) andrew.gonzalez@championsfh.org
625 S. Nardo Avenue (858) 300-2787
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Todos califican (4 años en adelante, mujeres
embarazadas también) para recibir una vacuna contra
Habrá muebles, artículos para el hogar y
la gripe (se alienta a las personas sin seguro a asistir).
mucho más. Mascarillas y distancia social son Proporcionamos prueba de vacunación, ingresamos el
requeridos. Los fondos recaudados serán registro en el registro de inmunización de San Diego
para la Misión de San León Magno. (SDIR) y le informamos a su proveedor de atención
primaria que recibió una vacuna contra la gripe.
Si le gustaría donar artículos para la venta
Por favor comuníquese con
Jannet Diaz (858)481‐6788
DOMINGO MUNDIAL DE LAS MISIONES 2020
Misión San León Magno MES MISIONERO EXTRAORDINARIO
Sitio de Prueba de COVID-19 La Sociedad para la Propagación de la Fe
Pruebas desde el vehículo. ¡Somos bautizados y enviados!
No es necesaria cita previa. La prueba es gratuita. La próxima semana es el Domingo Mundial de las
Misiones, en un mes misionero extraordinario. A través
Las pruebas están disponibles para personas
de nuestro bautismo, somos llamados a ser parte de los
mayores de 12 años. esfuerzos misioneros de la Iglesia, a través de la oración,
Misión San León Magno el sacrificio y el apoyo a las vocaciones misioneras a
936 Genevieve Street través de la ayuda tangible. Recordando que somos
Solana Beach, CA 92075 bautizados y Enviados como Iglesia Universal de Cristo
en Misión en el mundo, podemos...
Horario: sábados de 8:30 AM a 3:30 PM
PARA OBTENER MÁS INFORMACÓN SOBRE ORAR por la obra misionera mundial de la Iglesia.
COVID‐19, VISITE OFRECER AYUDA financiera y CARIDAD a través de la
WWW.CORONAVIRUS‐SD.COM Sociedad para la Propagación de la Fe para las
Busque atención médica comunicándose con su comunidades vulnerables de Asia, África, América Latina
y las islas del Pacífico.
médico o al 911 inmediatamente si está
experimentando estos u otros síntomas que son
graves o que le preocupan: dificultad para
respirar, dolor persistente o presión en el pecho,
confusión, incapacidad para despertar o
permanecer despierto, labios o cara azulados.
10Octubre: Mes del Santo Rosario y Respeto a la Vida
“Vive el Evangelio de la Vida”
Reflexión Respetemos la Vida
Hace veinticinco años san Juan Pablo II escribió que el Evangelio de la vida es el centro del men-
saje salvífico de Jesús al mundo (Evangelium vitae 1). Al hacerse humano, viviendo entre noso-
tros y sacrificando su vida por nuestra redención, Cristo revela la profunda dignidad de cada per-
sona humana. Esta dignidad dada por Dios no cambia durante las etapas de la vida, la capacidad,
el grado de independencia o cualquiera otra circunstancia variable.
Más bien se fundamenta en el hecho permanente de que cada uno de nosotros está hecho a imagen
y semejanza del Creador, para compartir la vida de Dios mismo. La persona humana es una
“manifestación de Dios en el mundo, signo de su presencia, resplandor de su gloria” (EV 34). Y
tenemos que reflejar esta verdad en cómo actuamos y cómo nos tratamos unos a otros.
La verdad del Evangelio de la vida es el fundamento de quiénes somos como seguidores de Cris-
to. En su vida terrenal, Jesús nos proporcionó el modelo perfecto de cómo debemos amar a nues-
tro prójimo y vivir la llamada del Evangelio: “En verdad les digo que, cuando lo hicieron con al-
guno de los más pequeños de estos mis hermanos, me lo hicieron a mí” (Mt 25,40).
Jesus nos llama cada uno de nosotros a “hacernos cargo del otro como persona confiada por Dios
a nuestra responsabilidad” (EV 87). El Evangelio de la vida es intrínseco a toda la vida cristiana y
fundamental a las decisiones que tomamos diariamente. “El Evangelio del amor de Dios al hom-
bre, el Evangelio de la dignidad de la persona y el Evangelio de la vida son un único e indivisible
Evangelio” (EV 2, énfasis agregado).
En su encíclica sobre el Evangelio de la vida, san Juan Pablo II reconoce la gama completa de
amenazas contra la vida humana, tales como la pobreza y la desnutrición hasta el asesinato y la
guerra. Hace énfasis particular, sin embargo, en las amenazas a la vida en su inicio y al final, pre-
cisamente cuando más necesita protección. En tiempos modernos, niños en el vientre materno y
aquellos que se acercan al final de su vida están ciertamente entre los “más pequeños de estos” en
la valoración que les damos. Las prácticas como el aborto y el suicidio asistido trágicamente re-
chazan la verdad de que la vida humana deberá siempre ser atesorada y defendida con amorosa
atención.
Mientras la Iglesia celebra el 25o aniversario de la profética encíclica de san Juan Pablo II, refle-
xionemos en cómo vivimos personalmente el Evangelio: ¿Hablo y actúo hacia otros como habla-
ría y trataría a Jesus? ¿Me informo acerca de las doctrinas de la Iglesia y participo en el ámbito
cívico primero como seguidor de Cristo? ¿Apoyo e intercedo por las leyes y políticas que prote-
gen y defienden la vida humana? ¿Ayudo a las embarazadas y a las madres que crían hijos que
están necesitadas de ayuda? ¿Estoy preparado para apoyar a un ser querido en su lecho de
muerte?
Que por la intercesión de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, Nuestro Señor nos conceda la gracia de
vivir su Evangelio de vida de manera verdadera y valiente.
Fragmentos de Evangelium vitae © 1995, Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Se utiliza con permiso. Se reservan
todos los derechos. Extractos bíblicos de los Leccionarios I, II y III, propiedad de la Comisión Episcopal de
Pastoral Litúrgica de la Conferencia Episcopal Mexicana, copyright © 1987, quinta edición de septiembre
de 2004. Se utiliza con permiso. Se reservan todos los derechos. Copyright © 2020, United States Confe-
rence of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C. Se reservan todos los derechos.
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