THE SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS a weekly bulletin & newsletter April 8, 2018 • Divine Mercy Sunday
DIVINE MERCY by: Julie Navarro
In 1931, Our Lord appeared to St. Faustina in a vision. She saw Jesus clothed in a white garment with His right hand raised in blessing. His left hand was touching His garment in the area of his Heart, from where two rays came forth, one red and the other pale. Jesus said to her: “Paint an image according to the pattern you see with the signature: Jesus, I trust in You. I promise that the soul that will venerate this image will not perish (Diary 47, 48)…The two rays denote Blood and Water. The pale ray stands for the Water which makes souls righteous. The red ray stands for the Blood which is the life of souls. These two rays issued forth from the depths of My tender mercy when My agonized Heart was opened by a lance on the Cross...” (Diary 299) The original image was painted in 1934 by Eugene Kazimierowski, under the guidance of Sister Faustina. Among all of the elements of devotion to the Divine Mercy requested by our Lord through Sister Faustina, the Feast of Mercy holds first place. Our Lord’s explicit desire is that this feast be celebrated on the first Sunday after Easter. To fittingly observe the Feast of Mercy, we should: 1. Celebrate the Feast on the Sunday after Easter 2. Sincerely repent of our sins 3. Place our complete trust in Jesus 4. Go to confession, preferably before that Sunday 5. Receive Holy Communion on the day of the Feast 6. Venerate the Image of Divine Mercy 7. Be merciful to others, through our actions, words, and prayers on their behalf. If
you have any questions, feel free to contact Julie at julie_navarro@msn.com. (To read the full article, visit www.st-louis.org/media)
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CLERGY Rev. James A. Misko, Pastor Rev. Douglas Jeffers, Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. Rob Embry, Deacon Rev. Mr. Alfredo Villa, Deacon Rev. Mr. Javier Maldonado, Deacon
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 6:00 a.m. (Español), 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m. (Español)
THIS WEEK AT ST. LOUIS Las Enseñanzas Basicas Martes, 10 de Abril de la fe Católica
7:00 p.m. (Salón Wozniak)
Basic Teachings of the Catholic Faith
Thursday, April 12
7:00 p.m. (Wozniak Hall)
EIM Workshop English
Saturday, April 14
10:00 a.m. (Wozniak Hall)
EIM Workshop Spanish
Saturday, April 14
2:00 p.m. (Wozniak Hall)
Vespers
Sunday, April 15
7:00 p.m. (Chapel)
Choral Vespers: 7 p.m.
Español: 6:00 p.m. (Jueves)
CALLED FORTH THROUGH DISCERNMENT
RECONCILIATION Tuesday: 11:15-11:50 a.m. Thursday: 11:15-11:50 a.m., 5:00-5:50 p.m. Saturday: 8:30-10:00 a.m., 3:30-4:30 p.m.
On Pentecost Sunday, May 20, 2018, the process of calling the newest Pastoral Council members from our community will begin. From its very beginning, the Church has called forth leaders through a discernment rooted in prayer and openness to the Holy Spirit. Thus, although we are unworthy to receive the wisdom of the Father, we rely on his mercy and guidance.
Weekdays: English: 7:00 a.m. (M, W, F), 12:00 p.m. (T & Th), 8:00 a.m. (Sat)
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Monday - Sunday (24 hours)
PARISH OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.) 7601 Burnet Road, Austin, 78757 512-454-0384 SCHOOL OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 2114 St. Joseph Blvd., Austin, 78757 512-614-6622 www.slcsaustin.org LIFELONG CHRISTIAN FORMATION OFFICE: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.) EARLY CHILDHOOD OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m. 512-614-6544 www.st-louis.org/ecdc April 8, 2018
PASTORAL COUNCIL
What is discernment? Our faith understands discernment as the process of coming to our Heavenly Father and saying “I don’t know the answer.” It is a process that is Spirit-led. It involves prayer and a willingness to be open to the Holy Spirit’s presence and direction in your life and the life of the faith. Through discernment, the council will ask all St. Louis parishioners to examine and acknowledge their gifts from God and ask if they are being called to use those gifts in the service of the parish as parish leaders. How will discernment take place at St. Louis Church? On Pentecost Sunday of each year, the parishioners of St. Louis will be asked to prayerfully discern who they believe God is calling forth as leaders in this faith community. Persons may put forward their own name or the name of someone else. Those whose names have been called forth will be invited to two evenings of discernment where they will further reflect on God’s call as a servant to the St. Louis community. Following these evenings of prayer, current members of the Pastoral Council will consider those called to discern and seek the council of the Holy Spirit to select the new members. What can I do to prepare for this discernment? Pray. Is God calling you to serve this faith community as a member of the Pastoral Council? If the answer may be yes, then give our Father the opportunity to speak to your heart.
For information please contact Donna McClung at dbmcclung@aol.com or (512) 921-8554.
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YOUTH MINISTRY
CATHOLIC WOMEN
Youth Ministry invites all high school students to an Easter Picnic next Sunday April 15th from 6-8 pm. Come join us for burgers, outdoor and indoor game options and hanging out with your church family. We also invite any 8th grade students to come see what Young Church is all about. We will have a high school team to welcome you to Young Church! Meet in the Youth Room in Wozniak Hall. This event and all the rest of the year’s Youth Ministry events can be found in the bulletin.
Women Embracing the Joy of the Gospel; is the theme of the 69th Austin Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Convention at the Marriott Austin Round Rock, April 23-24. Keynote speaker is Father Richard Gielow, C.M., “When the Catholic sun shines there is music, laughter and good red wine” Additional speakers include: Deacon Bill Hobby, Diocese of Austin; Kendra Penry, Heifer International; Sharon Perkins, and Rev. Jonathan Raia, Bishops Joe and Danny will celebrate Mass. For more information and to register access www.AustinDiocesanCouncilofCatholicWomen.org/ events.
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NEW ALTAR SERVER
ORIENTATION Tuesday, April 24 // 7 p.m. // Chapel
Introducing our new MEDIA MINISTRY! The goal of this ministry is to engage our local community by sharing the gospel and the life or our parish through media. Requirements of altar server Ministry: • Family is registered parishioners • Child has completed the 3rd grade by June 2018 • Child has received the sacrament of Holy Communion
Visit us at www.st-louis.org/media Or text Media to 84576 (Standard text messaging rates may apply)
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Happy Spring from everyone at St. Louis Catholic School! “Behold, I make all things new.� Revelation 21:5a
REGISTER NOW 2018 ST. LOUIS COUGAR CLASSIC
ETHICS & INTEGRITY IN MINISTRY EIM compliance is required of all those who work in the Diocese of Austin as clergy, seminarians, employees or lay persons who volunteer, whether it be in any ministry, program or organization that serves youth or vulnerable adults in any manner. To be compliant, one submits an EIM Application for Ministry (one time only) and attends an EIM Workshop every three years. Go to www.austindiocese.org/eim-compliance to learn more about the EIM Application and Workshop. Next Workshops at St. Louis in Wozniak Hall: Saturday, April 14, 10am-12pm - English Saturday, April 14, 2pm-4pm - Spanish Register at the diocesan site for the workshop or contact your parish/school EIM site administrator for St. Louis Parish at brenda.beltran@st-louis.org or 512-454-0384 ext. 211.
April 8, 2018
Divine Mercy Sunday
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS Marriage Encounter
Ministerios Hispanos
• Reconnect and rekindle at a Marriage Encounter retreat weekend, April 20-22 at the Wingate Hotel in Round Rock. To learn more and register go to www.austinme.org.
ORIENTACIÓN
Para Servidores del Altar Nuevos
Special Collection
martes, 24 de abril // 7 p.m. // Capilla
• A diocesan collection for Seminarians and Priests education/formation will be held the weekend of April 21-22. The cost of their education and formation continues to rise, as does our need to have our priests skilled in a great many areas. Please be generous! Place your special envelope for this purpose in the regular collection that weekend. Seniors
Requisitos para participar en el ministerio de servidores del altar: • L a niño o niña está registrada como feligreses de esta parroquia • El Niño o niña está por concluir por lo menos el 3er grado de primaria en junio del 2018 • El niño o niña ha recibido ya su primera comunión
• The Friendship Circle will meet April 11 in Wozniak Hall, from 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Bring your cell phone for a presentation about usage from SLCS students. We will also enjoy games. Please bring a snackt to share with morning coffee and a can food item for our Food Pantry drive. For more information, contact seniors@st-louis.org or call 512-454-0384.
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• Registración de CRSP: Si usted se siente solo, deprimido o sin esperanzas, venga a disfrutar de un tiempo maravilloso y una noche inolvidable de reflexiones y alabanzas, donde recibirá consuelo y sanción espiritual. Para participar en el retiro de CRSP regístrese en la oficina del Ministerio Hispano, o Educación Religiosa. También tendremos registraciones después de las Misas en español el 8 & 15 de Abril para hombres, y el 22 & 29 de Abril para mujeres. El retiro de CRSP de hombres será del 26-27 de mayo del 2018. El retiro de CRSP de mujeres se llevara a cabo del 9 - 10 de Junio del 2018. ¡Inscríbete ahora! ¡Te esperamos! El cupo es limitado. • “LO QUE DIOS HA UNIDO NO LO SEPARA EL HOMBRE” (Mateo 19,6). ¿Estas comprometido, casado solo por lo civil, o viviendo en unión libre? ¿Deseas recibir el Sacramento del Matrimonio bendiciendo el amor de tu familia? Asiste al programa de preparación matrimonial. Te ayudamos con mucho gusto. Para más información llame al 512-454-0384 Ext. 216, o sumayah.abullarade@ st-louis.org 5
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INVITATION TO SERVE
St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church
1101 W. New Hope Dr., Cedar Park, TX 78613
There are many opportunities for you to share your gifts and talents here at St. Louis. We invite you to prayerfully consider joining one of the many ministries that we have on campus. Below are a few ways for you to get involved. You can also email elizabeth.polito@st-louis.org or call the parish office and she can help you discover how you can serve.
WHY BE CATHOLIC:
When You Could be Anything Else? April 20-21, 2018
Liturgical Ministries We are in need of people to serve in the Hospitality ministry at every Mass. This is a great family ministry and training can happen while you serve. Contact Elizabeth Polito for more information. Calling all people interested in serving as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion or a Lector. A training date will take place on Saturday, April 14th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Polito. Adoration Ministry We have open hours in the Perpetual Adoration Chapel, located on the south end of the narthex. Contact adoration@st-louis.org for more information.
Dr. Michael Barber Author, Professor: St. Augustine Institute
Steve Wood
Former Protestant Minister, Founder: St. Joseph’s Covenant Keepers
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June 11-15 "Life with Christ is a wonderful adventure." John Paul II
April 8, 2018
Today is Divine Mercy Sunday. Learn about these three great saints in the Church and their messages of Divine Mercy.
Divine Mercy Sunday
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MASS TIMES, READINGS, INTENTIONS Monday
April 9 | The Annunciation of the Lord
Readings:
Is 7:10-14; 8:10; Ps 40:7-8a, 8b-9, 10, 11; Heb 10:4-10;
STEWARDSHIP Actual Collection
Budget
Variance:
Over
Under
Lk 1:26-38
April 11 | Saint Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr
Readings:
Acts 5:17-26; Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Jn 3:16-21
Masses:
7 a.m.
Thursday
April 12
Mildred & Addison Scott+
Readings:
Acts 5:27-33; Ps 34:2 and 9, 17-18, 19-20; Jn 3:31-36
Masses:
11:15 a.m.
Confessions
12 p.m.
James & Bertha Lanel+
5 p.m.
Confessions
6 p.m.
Lidia Cardenas+
Friday
April 13 | Saint Martin I, Pope and Martyr
Readings:
Acts 5:34-42; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Jn 6:1-15
Masses:
7 a.m.
A.P. & Maudie Carter+
8 a.m.
School Mass – Fred McNair+
Saturday
April 14
Readings:
Acts 6:1-7; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19; Jn 6:16-21
Masses:
8 a.m.
Israel D. Garcia+
8:30 a.m.
Confessions
3:30 p.m.
Confessions
5 p.m.
Gilbert C. Velasquez+
Sunday
April 15 | Third Sunday of Easter
Readings:
Acts 3:13-15, 17-19; Ps 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9; 1 Jn 2:1-5a;
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Building Fund Building
6 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
Lupe G. Pina+
9:30 a.m.
Pro Populo
11:30 a.m.
Douglas Moore+
1:30 p.m.
Fernando Vargas+
5 p.m.
All Souls
7 p.m.
Vespers
Fund Spirit
Catholic Spirit Catholic Flowers Flowers
Food PantryPantry Food
Mobile LoavesLoaves & Fishes Mobile
Masses:
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Additional Contributions to Ministries for 3/24-3/25:
& Fishes Fund Social Ministries Social Ministries St. Vincent de Paul de Paul St. Vincent School Trust Fund School Trust
Building Fund
Catholic Spirit
Flowers
Food Pantry
Mobile Loaves & Fishes
School Trust Fund
Social Ministries
St. Vincent de Paul
$500.00 $38.00 $1,004.00 $330.00 $105.00 $172.00 $53.00 $450.00
How can I give?
Lk 24:35-48
7
5
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4 /2
$12,155.12
Charles Kalina+/Lidia Cardenas+
Wednesday
$1,546,322.67
Confessions
12 p.m.
$1,558,477.79
11:15 a.m.
$6,504.08
Acts 4:32-37; Ps 93:1ab, 1cd-2, 5; Jn 3:7b-15
Masses:
$167,640.24
Readings:
$174,144.32
Brigid Gretencord-Birthday
3,186.48
April 10
$32,128.51
7 a.m.
Tuesday
$35,314.99
Masses:
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All Souls
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