FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
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This Sunday |
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Next Sunday |
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Acts 4: 8-12 |
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Acts 9: 26-31 |
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1 John 3: 1-2 |
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1 John 3: 18-24 |
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John 10: 11-18 |
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John 15: 1-8 |
Mass Intentions for the Week
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Sunday Monday Tuesday |
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Cathy Britt / Elva Greif Jane Gossage / Mother’s Day
Novena William Thurau Barbara Briskie / Gert
Wilson Viola Barbuto William Lindung Beverly Merther / Mother’s
Day Novena Michael Hudgins / Mother’s
Day Novena Nina Hickman / Paul
Cheatham |
Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday |
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Jivaka DeSilva J. Richard Hartman /
Mother’s Day Novena William Lindung / Mother’s
Day Novena Rose Lodata / Elena
Arellano Thelam Jednoralski Bud Riegert / Mother’s Day
Novena Ed Kernan, S.I. / Mother’s
Day Novena Richard Hartman Fred Mauser, S.I. |
REFLECTION ON TODAY'S
Peter explained to the people
that every good deed and all restoration to health are accomplished in the name
of Christ Jesus, the Nazarene, through whom all are saved.
Believers are the dearly
beloved children of God who do not yet know what shall come to light. When it does come to light, believers will be
like God.
Jesus
is the Good Shepherd who knows the sheep.
The good shepherd not only loves and protects the sheep but also
sacrifices life and limb for them.
PARISH MEETINGS THIS WEEK
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CYM
/ RELIGIOU ED ADULT SPEAKER |
Monday |
May
12 |
Howard
Bishop Meeting Rms A,B & C |
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NOVENA |
Monday |
May
12 |
Chapel |
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SCHOOL
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MTG |
Monday |
May
12 |
Parish
Office Meeting Room |
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DIVINE
MERCY |
Tuesday |
May
13 |
Choir
Room |
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BEREAVEMENT
SUPPORT GROUP |
Tuesday |
May
13 |
Cry
Room |
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SCRIPTURE
STUDY LEADERS |
Tuesday |
May
13 |
Teacher’s
Lounge |
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QUILTING |
Tuesday |
May
13 |
Choir
Room |
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PARISH
FAMILY MINISTRY TEAM MTG |
Tuesday |
May
13 |
Parish
Office Meeting Room |
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TOUGH
LOVE |
Wednesday |
May
14 |
Classroom |
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PICNIC
RAFFLE COMMITTEE |
Wednesday |
May
14 |
Choir
Room |
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RCIA
MYSTAGOGIA |
Wednesday |
May
14 |
Howard
Bishop Meeting Room C |
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PRAYER
GROUP |
Wednesday |
May
14 |
Howard
Bishop Meeting Room A |
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MOM’S
PLAY GROUP |
Thursday |
May
15 |
Nursery |
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1ST
EUCHARIST REHEARSAL |
Thursday |
May
15 |
Church |
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SCRIPTURE
STUDY |
Thursday |
May
15 |
Various |
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BAPTISM
PREPARATION |
Thursday |
May
15 |
Howard
Bishop Meeting Rms A, B & C |
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CHOIR
REHEARSAL |
Thursday |
May
15 |
Church |
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1ST
EUCHARIST |
Saturday |
May
17 |
Church |
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PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL
OF: Nicky Baker, son of Carol &
Richard Baker & brother of Natalie & Alyssa.
WEDNESDAY CONFESSIONS: The Friar-priests of St. Joseph Cupertino Friary will
be available every Wednesday from
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Next weekend, May 17th, the Sacrament of
Reconciliation will be celebrated by Msgr. Luca & Fr. Burnham.
CHURCH LINENS: today by Mrs. Baldwin & on May 18h by Mrs. Berzonsky
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Look for
opportunities not guarantees.
Dear Parishioners:
Next Saturday two men from
our parish will make a most wonderful commitment to serve the Lord and His
Church. For the past five years Fred Mauser and Ed Kernan have been quietly preparing to become permanent deacons
in the Catholic Church. These years of
preparation have included hours of theology classes, study, prayer and
formation. I am delighted to announce that Cardinal Keeler has now called them
to the Order of Deacon and will ordain them on Saturday, May 17th,
at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in
Obviously this gives us great cause for joy and
celebration. Our parish has truly been
blessed by these men and now they will be an even greater blessing for the
church in their new role as deacons. As
yet the Cardinal has not given them their parish assignments. However, since both these men are blessed
with many gifts and talents and above all a great faith in the Lord and a great
love for the Catholic Church, they will be of wonderful service to any parish
to which they are assigned.
In the name of our whole parish community, I extend to
both Ed and Fred our sincere and heartfelt congratulations. And I extend our deepest gratitude to them
for their willingness to serve the Lord as deacons. May God richly bless them as they begin their
new ministries.
Msgr. Luca
P.S. Happy Mothers Day to all the mothers of our
parish. Thank you so very much for all
the love and care you give throughout the whole year. May God Bless all our mothers—you’re the
greatest!!
PLANNING YOUR CHILD’S BAPTISM?
In preparation for the
Sacrament of Baptism, parents must register for Baptism Preparation Class.
Classes are held once a month on the 3rd Thursday from
Please call the Parish Office
to register 410 531-6040.
Parents are encouraged to
take the class BEFORE the arrival of
their child. The Baptism date will only
be scheduled after completion of the preparation class and when the other
criteria are met. Baptism Requirements:
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Parents must be
registered parishioners for at least 6 months.
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Parents must call
the parish office to register for the Baptism Preparation Class held on the 3rd
Thursday of each month (except December).
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Letter of
verification of Godparents must be received before Baptism is scheduled.
RECENT
Gracen Marie Alsheimer, child of Craig & Jennifer Alsheimer
Benjamin Michael Kopec, child of Michael & Courtney Kopec
Mia Kathryn Lazzari, child of Joseph & Kathryn Lazzari
John Patrick Martell, child of Patrick & Peggy Martell
Cole Schulte Fisher, child of Darren & Martina Fisher
Grace Marion Yodzis, child of Paul & Mary Yodzis
Natalie Elizabeth Sibol, child of Deane & Katherine Sibol
Jack William Baxter, child of Rodney & Melissa Baxter
Ava Genovena Diltz, child of Andrew & Laura Diltz
Brian Thomas Wrenn, Jr., child of Brian & Julia Wrenn
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: The Power of the Blessed Sacrament: You
are invited to make a holy hour or half-hour, when the Blessed Sacrament is
exposed after the 6:45am Mass on Sunday, all through
the day and night until
DAILY MASS
May 17 Acts 13:
44-52; Ps 98: 1-4; Jn 14: 7-14
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Dorothy Cihan |
Paul Greenfield |
Ed Opet |
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Alfred Manasseri |
Sophia Frederick |
Bob Beland |
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Tom Devlin |
Yvonne Proch |
Joy Kubricky |
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Jenny Schmitz |
A.J. Faulstich |
Bud Coyle |
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Jeffrey Virostek |
Zetta Garber |
Jerry Svec |
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Catherine Markowski |
Robert Bashant |
Joy Baker |
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Edna Stevens |
Beth Gentile |
Celia Sorbera |
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Lucille Clarke |
Jack Lingenfelter |
Walter Carrion |
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Bob McCollum |
Shirley Blaney |
Marlene Feaga |
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Baby Katie Conner |
Albert Tibbs |
Bill Riedel |
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Joey Van Berkum |
Gigi Blasi |
Monica Heinlein |
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Paul Martin |
Lynn Stadter |
Mark De Luca |
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Kathleen Marsch |
Norman McQuillen |
Marie Wiedefeld |
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Jay Marlatt |
Gail Murphy |
Helen Leifer |
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Emily Congedo |
John Lengel |
Marguerite Alexander |
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Edna Feaga |
Frances Woodruff |
Edna Feaga |
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Visitacion Marquez |
Nellie Peters |
Frank Ichniowski |
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Peter Geoghan |
Ron Mazzarino |
Brett Herman |
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Marco Filipponi |
Renee Gallagher |
Rose Marie Barger |
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Laura Sexton |
Fritz Bode |
Harriett Teixeira |
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LOOKING FOR A SPECIAL
MINISTRY?: The Altar Guild is in need of
several volunteers who could take on the special task of caring for the
priest’s albs. It is a twice a month duty.
For more information, please call Grace Blom at 410 531-2259. Thank you.
WEEKLY
FINANCIAL REPORT
Some of the good deeds our children
offered to God this week
Going to
Confession on my own; I went with my dad on an errand; I didn’t cry when I lost
a game; I brought a gift back from vacation for my three friends; I helped my
dad do yard work for two hours; I was a good boy; Helping my mom plant and
mulch; Listening the first time; Making my bed and my brother’s bed; Helping
dad water the plants; I helped mom at the yard sale; I gave money to the poor;
I shared; By being good; Said my prayers every day; I helped carry in the food;
Helping mommy clean; Waiting patient for dad; Always trying my best; Being
helpful all week; Visited Jesus on Sunday in Adoration; I played nice with my
brother and sister; Helped mom at the grocery store; Was good at church; Being
nice; Being a good helper; I let my cousin play the game he
wanted; I worked hard in school and improved my grades; Said a special prayer
for my family; Loving God and praying; I prayed for everyone to be safe. Not
doing sassy talk to my dad and mom.
MASSES TO
R.I.P:
Frances Pittman, Ann T. Corcoran, Mary Pechatsko; Special
Intention: Helen & Jim McDonald, Vito Kubilus
ST.LOUIS ELECTRONIC CONTRIBUTION: We
would like to remind you that we have a program here at
MOTHER’S EXCHANGE: Managing family
finances for beginners will be the topic of our next talk by financial planner,
Rick Welsh. The meeting is planned for
Thursday, May 15th from
Our Catholic Scripture Study program will
resume this fall with a study of
Have you ever
wanted to better understand the Bible?
Do you have Bible Study experience but look for better understanding of
Catholic Tradition? Do you want to share
your love of the Bible and the Church with others?
Catholic Scripture Study features prayer,
sharing of answers and comments in a small group discussion facilitated by a
group leader, and a lecture designed to give additional insights into the
passage as well as personal applications and challenges.
This year’s program will meet from
Already
decided you want to become part of it?
How about volunteering to become part of our set-up & hospitality
crews? It’s a great way to guarantee a spot in the
study and also help make it happen! To
become part of the team, please contact Andrea Harwick 301-604-3033 or stlouisbiblestudy@wans.net. For more information, please visit our
website at http://stlouisparish.org/html/scripture.htm
RESPECT
LIFE: “If it is permissible to kill
the unborn human being for convenience, it surely is permissible to kill those
who are thought soon to die for the same reason. It is inevitable that many who are not in
danger of imminent death will be killed to relieve their families of
burdens. Convenience is becoming the
theme of our culture. Humans tend to be inconvenient at both ends of their
lives.” Robert H. Bork, Inconvenient
Lives, FIRST THINGS, 12/96. The Respect for Life Committee is a voice for
life. Everyone is welcome! Join us at
our next meeting on Wednesday, May 21,
PREGNANT?
NEED HELP? For confidential assistance, call the
MOTHER’S DAY CARNATION
Thank you for your generous
food donations last weekend. We
distributed bags of food to VIVA House (Catholic Worker House in
QUILTING DATES: Tuesdays,
ATTENTION 40-SOMETHINGS: We will continue to meet on the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday nights for coffee & tea at Donna’s Café on Route 108 in
20 WEEK CLUB
WINNERS: Week 11
$100
– Docal Family $50 – Cheri & Marty
Drain $25 –Evelyn
Bayles $25 – Calvin Thompson
THANK YOU: A big thank you to everyone
who supported
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION INFORMATION:
WE ASK FOR YOUR PRAYERS: During the month of April and May, about 260 of our
children will share in an event of great joy for both them and our entire
Catholic community. They will receive Jesus in the Eucharist for the very first
time. They and their families have been preparing for the celebration of this
Sacrament for some time now. They have learned how sacred and precious the gift
of the Eucharist is and what it means to share that gift with others. Our
Blessing for our First Communicants
Jesus Christ, Bread of Life, travel
beside these children as they take their first steps to your table. Help them to recognize you in the words of
Holy Scripture, in the Blessed Sacrament, in your people, and in themselves. Draw these children close to you so they may
radiate your love to others. Amen.
First Communion
Rehearsal Dates
We would like to remind our First Communion families
of the dates and times for rehearsals. It
is very important that
the First Communicant and at least one parent attend the rehearsal. Those
students who will be participating in the liturgy have been notified of an
additional rehearsal. Please call the Office of Religious Education at (410)
531-6688 if you have any questions.
Communion Date Time Rehearsal
Date Time
May 17
May 17
Our First Holy Communion Quilt will be finished and can be viewed in the Religious
Education Office the week after Easter. At the Last Supper, not only did
Jesus bless us with the priceless gift of His Body and Blood, He also gave us… “…a new commandment… love one another as I have loved you…
This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one
another.” (John 13: 34-35)
We pray that our children will one-day come to truly
understand that the Eucharist offers us such a powerful & profound gift
that it can never be returned... it can only be graciously received. As
Catholics, we know that we have received God’s gift if we allow it to flow
through us into others. Thus gratitude & service are one movement of God’s
presence to us. In an effort to help our First Communicants understand that God
gathers each of us together to eat and drink at the table of the Lord, so that
we may become the one, true body of Christ for the world… we decided to use the
symbolism of a warm, cozy, lovingly made quilt. Their quilt will be carried
forward with the bread & wine as they prepare our table for their very
first Holy Communion. We have also decided to give all the opportunity to
purchase $1.00 raffle tickets for a chance to own & cherish this very
special quilt forever. The money that we raise from the sale of these quilt
tickets will be given as a gift of love from our First Communicants to the
children of St. John the Evangelist in Gonaives, Haiti, our ‘sister parish’.
This is one small way our First Communicants will share their love & show
that they are Christ’s disciples. If you would like to support our effort,
$1.00 raffle tickets can be purchased through the Religious Education Office
now through May 22. For more information, please call (410) 531-6688.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING CATECHISTS ON
RECEIVING THEIR ARCHDIOCESAN CERTIFICATION:
Peggy
Fitch & Matt Kolb Preliminary Catechist Certification
MaryAnn
Capelle, Eileen Markert, Stephen Vazzana & Maribeth Kerler Advanced
Catechist Certification
NEW ADDITIONS FROM YOUTH MINISTRY
Andrea Harwick Advanced Catechist Youth Ministry
Patrick Sprankle Professional Catechist Youth Ministry
Thank all of you for giving your time in
an effort to becoming more effective in your role as catechist or catechetical
leaders. May the Lord continue to bless
all of you in your ministries at
ATTENTION PARENTS, CATECHISTS AND MENTORS: CLOCK HOURS
TOWARD CERTIFICATION
Dr. Pat Fosarelli, a
Pediatrician and Doctor of Ministry, will be speaking at
CONFIRMATION: Over 150 young people in our parish are beginning
their immediate preparation for Confirmation.
We ask you, members of our Faith Community, to keep them in your prayers
over the next few months. Thank you.
ATTENTION FAITH
IN THE FAMILY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM:
Evaluations of the program
were sent out this week. I hope you will
be able to take a few moments to complete them and return them to the Religious
Education Office so that we can better plan for next year. Also, please don’t
forget the end of the year material (Assessment Sheets and description of
Family Project) are due into the Religious Education Office by
YOUTH COORDINATOR’S
COMMENTS
Last week, I traveled to
My third reflection came as I hiked to the
top of Little Round Top and Devil’s Den, the site of much bloodshed, sniper
fire, hand to hand combat. I thought simply, “Have we really learned
from this awful battle?” Are we humans
destined to repeat ourselves over and over again? We see so much violence and gore on TV and in
the news that it seems surreal. And yet,
our own soldiers are now, today, risking their lives in
I pray that peace come to the
MIDDLE
SCHOOL CATHOLIC YOUTH MINISTRY:
May 18: Lunches To The Homeless
May 20:
May 25:
9:30am Youth Mass with Special Graduate Blessing
HIGH SCHOOL
CATHOLIC YOUTH MINISTRY:
May 18: Lunches To The Homeless
May 25: 9:30am Youth Mass with Special Graduate Blessing.
ST.
LOUIS MOTHER’S DAY PLANT
Beautiful hanging baskets and
bedding plants will be available for sale over Mother’s Day weekend. Come early to the Maintenance Shed for the
best selection.
Saturday, May 10th
Sunday, May 11th After all Masses, except
For more information, contact
Mary Ann Slack at 410 531-6541
ST LOUIS/ST JOHN’S YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY:
We create opportunities for
fellowship through spiritual, social, service events for young adults in their
late teens, 20's & 30's single, married or single again. For more information, please contact Vanessa
at slsj_members@lycos.com Feel free to visit our website: http://mywebpages.comcast.net/slsjyam
Upcoming Meetings: