Palm Sunday Of The Passion Of The Lord
March 19 - March 20, 2016
PARISH NEWS
LENT 2016
TOPS Weight Loss Meeting
Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Monday, March 21, 2016 5:30PM in Cumella Hall
Thursday, March 24th - 6:00PM There will an altar of repose in Cumella Hall for adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
Cub Scout Pack 9323 Tuesday, March 22th 6:00PM - Cumella Hall For all boys in grades 1 - 5.
Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament Thursday, March 24th - 7:00PM-10:00PM This year we ask that families spend up to one hour in adoration at the following times: Last name begins with A-H: 7:00PM - 8:00PM I-P: 8:00PM - 9:00PM P-Z: 9:00PM - 10:00PM These are not exclusive assignments, merely recommendations. Anyone may spend time in adoration at any time from 7:00PM to 10:00PM.
Religious Education Class NO CLASS THIS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23RD
LENT 2016 Good Friday Collection
Good Friday
The Congregation for Eastern Churches is urging Catholics worldwide to support the Good Friday collection for the Chur ch in the Holy Land. Among the pr ojects suppor ting the holy places are the renovation of the Sanctuary of Bethany next to the tomb of Lazarus, the renovation of St. Catherine’s Church next to the Grotto of the Nativity in Bethlehem, and the planning of restoration works at the Shrine of the Transfiguration at Mount Tabor. Please support the Church in the Holy Land.
Friday, March 25th 3:00PM - Way of the Cross 6:00PM Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion
Easter Vigil th
Saturday, March 26 - 8:00PM We will gather at this time outside the front entrance of the Church for the lighting of the Easter fire. Those prevented by age or infirmity may instead take their place in the church.
Reminder Good Friday is a day of fast and abstinence. This means that we do not eat meat and those between the ages of 18-59 may take only one full meal. Two smaller meals are permitted if needed to maintain strength according to need, but eating solid foods between meals is not permitted.
Easter Breakfast Sunday, March 27th - 9:00AM Cumella Hall
Easter Egg Hunt Sunday, Marth 27th - 9:30AM Sponsored by our Youth Ministry. We will also have an appearance by a very “Special” guest. If you are interested in helping to hide eggs, please contact Matt or Katie.
Daily Mass Monday through Wednesday - 7:00AM Tuesday - 6:00PM
Parish Penance Service
Holy Water Bottles
Monday, March 21st - 6:00PM Three priests will be available for individual confessions.
A basket containing bottles of water blessed at the Easter Vigil is located near the baptismal font. Everyone is invited to take some with you for use at home. 4
Mary, Mother of Jesus Catholic Church Parish Offices Monday - Thursday 8:00AM to 4:00PM 9323 Highway 165 South - P. O. Box 408, Woodworth, Louisiana 71485 Phone - (318) 487-9894/Fax - (318) 445-0436 www.diocesealex.org/churches/mary-mother-jesus-woodworth PARISH STAFF Rev. Paul M. LaPalme, Pastor
Dr. Mary DeVille, Organist
2120 Coulee Crossing Road, Woodworth, LA 71485 (318) 487-9894 - fatherpaul@priest.com
(318) 487-9894 - cruella249@aol.com
Matt Brundrett, Y outh M inister
Kathy Rachall, Secretary/Book k eeper
(225) 274-5196 - Matt.brundrett@gmail.com
(318) 487-9894 - mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com
Katie Upton, Y outh M inister
Michelle Lemoine, Director, Religious Education
(318) 308-9991 - katiegralapp@gmail.com
(318) 305-3898 - mblemoine1@gmail.com
Priscilla Gadel, Director of M usic (318) 442-2245 - priscilla.s@prodigy.net
CJ Fuqua, Janitorial & M aintenance
(318) 880-8993 - mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com
Parish Penance Service Monday, March 21st - 6:00PM
Mass of the Lord’s Supper & Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Thursday, March 24th - 6:00PM
Good Friday
Friday, March 25th - 3:00PM & 6:00PM Sacraments of the Church Reconciliation/Confession 30 minutes before every weekend Mass for 15 minutes. Baptism Celebrated during any weekend Mass or on Sunday afternoons. Contact the church office. Holy Matrimony Contact the pastor at least six months in advance. Anointing of the Sick and Communion Calls Please call the office when a parishioner is confined at home, is in the hospital, or placed in a nursing home or hospice. Holy Communion is brought weekly to all shut-ins. Mass of Christian Burial All arrangements should be made directly with the funeral home who will then contact the church.