The Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
September 19 - September 20, 2015
PARISH NEWS Catechetical Sunday
Blessing of the Animals
This Sunday at the 10:30 Mass we will be commissioning our catechists, i.e., religious education teachers and youth ministers. This is also an appropriate way for our parish to recognize those who willingly share their faith with our youth. Catechetical Sunday is also an opportunity for all of us to rededicate ourselves as a community of faith.
Sunday, October 4th - 12:00PM (Noon) In commemoration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron of animals and the environment, we will have a special blessing for your pets. Please bring your pets to the front of the church. (Dogs should be leashed or crated, and cats should be crated!) You can bring your birds, your fish or your large animals in a trailer! Please join us with your families as we celebrate all God’s creatures great and small!!
TOPS Weight Loss Meeting Monday, September 21st 5:30PM - Cumella Hall Cost is $32.00 per year Everyone is welcome to attend!
Cub Scout Meeting Tuesday, September 22nd 6:00PM - Cumella Hall Our parish has been contacted by Boy Scouts of America (BSA) inquiring about our interest in chartering a cub scout pack. All interested boys in grades 1-5, and at least one parent/guardian, should attend this meeting. If you are not able to attend, please email Kathy at the parish offices. Thank you to Cliff and Diane Fuqua who have agreed to serve as Charter Representatives.
Novena For Life Tuesday, September 22nd 6:00PM This novena consists of exposition and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, scripture, reflection, Universal Prayers, and the Litany of Our Lady of Sorrows.
Religious Education Class Wednesday, September 23rd Supper: 5:30PM Class: 6:00PM to 7:00PM
Prayer Shawl Ministry Monthly on the 3rd Wednesday 10:00AM - Cumella Hall Contact Gerry Craft at (318) 448-3152 or Priscilla Gadel at (318) 446-5502
Cornbread Dressing Sale Cornbread dressing w/chicken will be on sale for $20, carrot soufflĂŠ for $15 and sweet potatoe casserole for $15. This is a ONE TIME ONLY event. Orders must be received by October 24th and picked up by November 14th . Call or email the parish office to place your order.
Diocesan Choir The Alexandria Diocesan Liturgical Commission is organizing a Diocesan Choir. This choir would provide musical leadership at several diocesan Masses during the year celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral. There are no auditions or vocal requirements needed. A desire to praise God in song is all that is required. Please contact Fr. Paul M. LaPalme at (318) 487-9894.
Married Couples Retreat 9:00AM, October 10, 2015 to 12 Noon, October 11, 2015 Ducote Hall, Maryhill Renewal Center Have you recently spent one-on-one time with your spouse and God? Is it time to rejuvenate your marriage? How about re-focusing your love with your spouse? Then come join us for a Married Couples Retreat with Mario Sacasa, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from New Orleans. The cost is $120/couple and includes one night stay with meals. For registration or information, call (318) 445-6424 ext. 221 or www.diocesealex.org/youngadultministry.
Mary, Mother of Jesus Catholic Church Parish Offices Monday - Thursday 8:00AM to 2:00PM 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
2120 Coulee Crossing Road, Woodworth, LA 71485 (318) 487-9894 - fatherpaul@priest.com
Deacon Patrick McCusker, Permanent Deacon (318) 443-2145 - psmccusker.yahoo.com
Kathy Rachall, Secretary/Book k eeper
(318) 487-9894 - mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com
Michelle Lemoine, Director, Religious Education (318) 305-3898 - mblemoine1@gmail.com
Priscilla Gadel, Director of M usic (318) 442-2245 - priscilla.s@prodigy.net
Dr. Mary DeVille, Organist
(318) 487-9894 - cruella249@aol.com
Matt Brundrett, Y outh M inister
(225) 274-5196 - Matt.brundrett@gmail.com
Katie Upton, Y outh M inister
(318) 308-9991 - katie.gralapp@gmail.com
NOVENA FOR LIFE Tuesday, September 22nd (see page 4) CUB SCOUT MEETING Tuesday, September 22rd (see page 4) RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASS Wednesday, September 23rd (see page 4) 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.
Mass Intentions WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 19, 2015 Reg. Collection:
Support Of Our Parish
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 4:00PM - Robert & June Anderson Lector: A. Stevens Server: T. Foshee
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 8:00AM - Mat & Janice Lohman Lector: M. Leleux Server: E. Fuqua
10:30AM - Deceased members of the Igneri family Lector: Server: C. Leleux
5:30PM - For our parish family Lector: M. Scalfano Server: I. Antee
The Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 26, 2015 Reg. Collection:
Support Of Our Parish
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 4:00PM - Roy Deville and Loyd Joseph Gaspar Lector: M. Leleux Server: B. Gadel
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 8:00AM - Ed & Valorie Lector: C. Sayes Server: L. Delaney
10:30AM - Walter & Jeanne Deptula Lector: J. Foote Server: S. Landry
5:30PM - For our parish family Lector: E. Lohman Server: D. Foshee
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 7:00AM - Carl Bess, Jr.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 7:00AM - Carl Bess, Jr.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 7:00AM - Jack Ellington
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 7:00AM - Deceased members of the Goetz family
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 7:00AM - Rena Truxillo THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 7:00AM - Paul Barker
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 7:00AM - Deceased members of the Keane family THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 7:00AM - Paul Barker
STEWARDSHIP
PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER
OFFERTORY GIFTS - 09/13/2015 Total # of envelopes 58 Avg. identifiable gift $ 95.00 Weekly Collection $ 4,743.00 EFT Collection $ 1,155.00 Weekly Goal $ 3,916.00 Overage $ 1,982.00 Goal for September (4 wks) $ 15,664.00 Received for September $ 11,136.00 Still needed for September $ 4,528.00 Maint. & Repair Fund $ 20.00
Our Sick Richard Campbell, Donnie Hernandez, Debbie Houpaugh, Evelyn Lamkin, Sydney Landry, Paul Lauve, Deacon Patrick McCusker, Charles & Judy Medica, Angie Roberts, Rickey Sayes, Jenny Butler Spurlock, Vivian Tumminello, Sarah Waits, Julius Walker
Thank You For Your Generosity! Stewardship Note In today’s Gospel, Jesus continues to turn society’s idea of greatness upside down. He teaches that true greatness lies in being a servant to others; a good steward of our relationships. We want success, but Jesus defines success differently than we do. Jesus redefines our notion of greatness and success. How do we define success? Is our notion of success consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ?
Of Counsel to the Pastor Pastoral Council Chair: Deborah Bess Butch Doiron, Brad Gadel, Priscilla Gadel, Runnie Hunter, Bobbie Long, Marshall Long
If you are a victim or survivor - of sexual abuse by members of the Catholic clergy or representatives of the Catholic Church and you want to make a formal complaint of abuse to the diocese, arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or his representative, and/or to obtain support for the needs of the individual and families, call Dr. Lee Kneipp, Victim Assistance Coordinator (318) 623-3804 or the Diocesan HOTLINE (318) 445-1427.
Sanctuary Candle Burns This Week In loving memory of Rena Truxillo by Mrs. Barbara Reich If you would like to have a loved one or special intention remembered by providing for the sanctuary candle, please email the office mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com or call 318-487-9894 . The cost is $5.00 per candle.
September 19 - September 20, 2015
Finance Council Chair: Marshall Long Brenda Benoit, Pat Brister Gary Delaney, Bernard Patty Trustees Pat Brister, Gary Delaney
Our Recovering Cameron Brown, Amy Ladner Davis, Walter, Jr. & Jackie Deptula, Chari Hakeman, Mary Mayeux, Ben Moulton, Buddy Normand, Philip Paige, Brandon Parish Our Homebound Joan Alpha, Marty Doiron, Richard Kelly, Ray Reich, Fleta Waits, Mary Virginia Young Our Nursing Home Residents Florence Broussard, Sophie Nassif, Ponthieux, Emma Wells
Rose
Our Active Duty Military Timothy Deptula, Travis Edwards If you know of anyone who should be included or removed, please contact Kathy at the Church office. You may also use a pew envelope for this purpose.
Daily Prayer For Priests A prayer calendar is published to encourage daily prayer for the priests of our Diocese. For this coming week they are:
September 19 - Father Silverino Kwebuza September 20 - Father Martin Laird September 21 - Father Paul LaPalme September 22 - Father Russell Lemoine September 23 - Father Ron Mathews September 24 - Father Dale Meade September 25 - Father Luke Melcher
Mass Intentions WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 19, 2015 Reg. Collection:
Support Of Our Parish
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 4:00PM - Robert & June Anderson Lector: A. Stevens Server: T. Foshee
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 8:00AM - Mat & Janice Lohman Lector: M. Leleux Server: E. Fuqua
10:30AM - Deceased members of the Igneri family Lector: Server: C. Leleux
5:30PM - For our parish family Lector: M. Scalfano Server: I. Antee
The Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 26, 2015 Reg. Collection:
Support Of Our Parish
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 4:00PM - Roy Deville and Loyd Joseph Gaspar Lector: M. Leleux Server: B. Gadel
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 8:00AM - Ed & Valorie Lector: C. Sayes Server: L. Delaney
10:30AM - Walter & Jeanne Deptula Lector: J. Foote Server: S. Landry
5:30PM - For our parish family Lector: E. Lohman Server: D. Foshee
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 7:00AM - Carl Bess, Jr.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 7:00AM - Carl Bess, Jr.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 7:00AM - Jack Ellington
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 7:00AM - Deceased members of the Goetz family
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 7:00AM - Rena Truxillo THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 7:00AM - Paul Barker
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 7:00AM - Deceased members of the Keane family THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 7:00AM - Paul Barker
STEWARDSHIP
PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER
OFFERTORY GIFTS - 09/13/2015 Total # of envelopes 58 Avg. identifiable gift $ 95.00 Weekly Collection $ 4,743.00 EFT Collection $ 1,155.00 Weekly Goal $ 3,916.00 Overage $ 1,982.00 Goal for September (4 wks) $ 15,664.00 Received for September $ 11,136.00 Still needed for September $ 4,528.00 Maint. & Repair Fund $ 20.00
Our Sick Richard Campbell, Donnie Hernandez, Debbie Houpaugh, Evelyn Lamkin, Sydney Landry, Paul Lauve, Deacon Patrick McCusker, Charles & Judy Medica, Angie Roberts, Rickey Sayes, Jenny Butler Spurlock, Vivian Tumminello, Sarah Waits, Julius Walker
Thank You For Your Generosity! Stewardship Note In today’s Gospel, Jesus continues to turn society’s idea of greatness upside down. He teaches that true greatness lies in being a servant to others; a good steward of our relationships. We want success, but Jesus defines success differently than we do. Jesus redefines our notion of greatness and success. How do we define success? Is our notion of success consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ?
Of Counsel to the Pastor Pastoral Council Chair: Deborah Bess Butch Doiron, Brad Gadel, Priscilla Gadel, Runnie Hunter, Bobbie Long, Marshall Long
If you are a victim or survivor - of sexual abuse by members of the Catholic clergy or representatives of the Catholic Church and you want to make a formal complaint of abuse to the diocese, arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or his representative, and/or to obtain support for the needs of the individual and families, call Dr. Lee Kneipp, Victim Assistance Coordinator (318) 623-3804 or the Diocesan HOTLINE (318) 445-1427.
Sanctuary Candle Burns This Week In loving memory of Rena Truxillo by Mrs. Barbara Reich If you would like to have a loved one or special intention remembered by providing for the sanctuary candle, please email the office mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com or call 318-487-9894 . The cost is $5.00 per candle.
September 19 - September 20, 2015
Finance Council Chair: Marshall Long Brenda Benoit, Pat Brister Gary Delaney, Bernard Patty Trustees Pat Brister, Gary Delaney
Our Recovering Cameron Brown, Amy Ladner Davis, Walter, Jr. & Jackie Deptula, Chari Hakeman, Mary Mayeux, Ben Moulton, Buddy Normand, Philip Paige, Brandon Parish Our Homebound Joan Alpha, Marty Doiron, Richard Kelly, Ray Reich, Fleta Waits, Mary Virginia Young Our Nursing Home Residents Florence Broussard, Sophie Nassif, Ponthieux, Emma Wells
Rose
Our Active Duty Military Timothy Deptula, Travis Edwards If you know of anyone who should be included or removed, please contact Kathy at the Church office. You may also use a pew envelope for this purpose.
Daily Prayer For Priests A prayer calendar is published to encourage daily prayer for the priests of our Diocese. For this coming week they are:
September 19 - Father Silverino Kwebuza September 20 - Father Martin Laird September 21 - Father Paul LaPalme September 22 - Father Russell Lemoine September 23 - Father Ron Mathews September 24 - Father Dale Meade September 25 - Father Luke Melcher
The Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
September 19 - September 20, 2015
PARISH NEWS Catechetical Sunday
Blessing of the Animals
This Sunday at the 10:30 Mass we will be commissioning our catechists, i.e., religious education teachers and youth ministers. This is also an appropriate way for our parish to recognize those who willingly share their faith with our youth. Catechetical Sunday is also an opportunity for all of us to rededicate ourselves as a community of faith.
Sunday, October 4th - 12:00PM (Noon) In commemoration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron of animals and the environment, we will have a special blessing for your pets. Please bring your pets to the front of the church. (Dogs should be leashed or crated, and cats should be crated!) You can bring your birds, your fish or your large animals in a trailer! Please join us with your families as we celebrate all God’s creatures great and small!!
TOPS Weight Loss Meeting Monday, September 21st 5:30PM - Cumella Hall Cost is $32.00 per year Everyone is welcome to attend!
Cub Scout Meeting Tuesday, September 22nd 6:00PM - Cumella Hall Our parish has been contacted by Boy Scouts of America (BSA) inquiring about our interest in chartering a cub scout pack. All interested boys in grades 1-5, and at least one parent/guardian, should attend this meeting. If you are not able to attend, please email Kathy at the parish offices. Thank you to Cliff and Diane Fuqua who have agreed to serve as Charter Representatives.
Novena For Life Tuesday, September 22nd 6:00PM This novena consists of exposition and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, scripture, reflection, Universal Prayers, and the Litany of Our Lady of Sorrows.
Religious Education Class Wednesday, September 23rd Supper: 5:30PM Class: 6:00PM to 7:00PM
Prayer Shawl Ministry Monthly on the 3rd Wednesday 10:00AM - Cumella Hall Contact Gerry Craft at (318) 448-3152 or Priscilla Gadel at (318) 446-5502
Cornbread Dressing Sale Cornbread dressing w/chicken will be on sale for $20, carrot soufflĂŠ for $15 and sweet potatoe casserole for $15. This is a ONE TIME ONLY event. Orders must be received by October 24th and picked up by November 14th . Call or email the parish office to place your order.
Diocesan Choir The Alexandria Diocesan Liturgical Commission is organizing a Diocesan Choir. This choir would provide musical leadership at several diocesan Masses during the year celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral. There are no auditions or vocal requirements needed. A desire to praise God in song is all that is required. Please contact Fr. Paul M. LaPalme at (318) 487-9894.
Married Couples Retreat 9:00AM, October 10, 2015 to 12 Noon, October 11, 2015 Ducote Hall, Maryhill Renewal Center Have you recently spent one-on-one time with your spouse and God? Is it time to rejuvenate your marriage? How about re-focusing your love with your spouse? Then come join us for a Married Couples Retreat with Mario Sacasa, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from New Orleans. The cost is $120/couple and includes one night stay with meals. For registration or information, call (318) 445-6424 ext. 221 or www.diocesealex.org/youngadultministry.
Mary, Mother of Jesus Catholic Church Parish Offices Monday - Thursday 8:00AM to 2:00PM 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
2120 Coulee Crossing Road, Woodworth, LA 71485 (318) 487-9894 - fatherpaul@priest.com
Deacon Patrick McCusker, Permanent Deacon (318) 443-2145 - psmccusker.yahoo.com
Kathy Rachall, Secretary/Book k eeper
(318) 487-9894 - mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com
Michelle Lemoine, Director, Religious Education (318) 305-3898 - mblemoine1@gmail.com
Priscilla Gadel, Director of M usic (318) 442-2245 - priscilla.s@prodigy.net
Dr. Mary DeVille, Organist
(318) 487-9894 - cruella249@aol.com
Matt Brundrett, Y outh M inister
(225) 274-5196 - Matt.brundrett@gmail.com
Katie Upton, Y outh M inister
(318) 308-9991 - katie.gralapp@gmail.com
NOVENA FOR LIFE Tuesday, September 22nd (see page 4) CUB SCOUT MEETING Tuesday, September 22rd (see page 4) RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASS Wednesday, September 23rd (see page 4) 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.