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February 18, 2018 • 1 st Sunday of Lent
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DAY OF PRAYER AND FASTING FOR PEACE Friday, February 23 His Holiness Pope Francis has asked that on Feb. 23rd our prayer and fasting be for the populations of South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Thank you for being mindful of the suffering going on in this part of the world. 512-454-0384
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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. Dr. Al Cuevas, 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) Choral Vespers: 7 p.m. Weekdays: English: 7:00 a.m. (M, W, F), 12:00 p.m. (T & Th), 8:00 a.m. (Sat)
THIS WEEK AT ST. LOUIS
Seminarian Series Monday, February 19 7:00 p.m. (Wozniak Hall, Youth Room) Las Enseñanzas Basicas Martes, Febrero 20 de la fe Católica
7:00 p.m. (Salón Wozniak)
Via Crucis
Jueves, Febrero 22
6:30 p.m. (Capilla)
Basic Teachings of the Catholic Faith
Thursday, February 22
7:00 p.m. (Wozniak Hall)
Stations of the Cross
Friday, February 23
2:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. (Chapel)
Fish Fry Dinner Friday, February 23 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Wozniak Hall) Breakfast & Lunch (Guadalupana Society)
6 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Wozniak Hall)
Lent 2018
Español: 6:00 p.m. (Jueves) 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. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Monday - Sunday (24 hours)
Sunday, February 25
LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES Please join us Wednesday, March 7, 1:30pm or 7:00pm, at these special reconciliation services before Easter. STATIONS OF THE CROSS / VIA CRUCIS
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 February 18, 2018
Stations
Fridays at 2:00pm or 7:00pm (Chapel)
Via Crucis Thursdays immediately after 6pm Spanish Mass (Chapel) FROM ASHES TO EASTER The annual diocesan Lenten Mission Campaign has begun and each family is invited to contribute coins to Lenten boxes (found in Church) or containers of your own. The money you sacrifice daily will help local missionaries and the missionary projects from our diocese. 40 DAYS FOR LIFE BEGAN WITH LENT This volunteer based prayer campaign draws attention to the injustice of abortion through prayer and fasting, community outreach and education, and constant peaceful vigil. Go to www.centraltexascoalition.com for information or to volunteer. FISH FRY DINNERS Knights of Columbus are offering their “Famous Fish Fry Dinners” Fridays during Lent in Wozniak Hall. Dinners include fried catfish, french fries, pinto beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, and iced tea/coffee. Large plates are $12, medium plates $11, senior plates $9 (65+ years) and child plates $6 (children 10 and under). The KC Ladies Auxiliary will also offer desserts. Dinners are served 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. First Sunday of Lent
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WELCOME // BIENVENIDO Welcome to St. Louis King of France Catholic Church & School. We are glad you’re here! We invite anyone here for the first time, or new to the parish, to stop by our Welcome Desk as you exit to the left in the narthex. Existing parishioners needing ministry information are asked to stop there too. We hope that you may find warmth and happiness in our parish and we look forward to getting to know you personally. Bienvenido a St. Louis King of France Catholic Church & School. ¡Estamos contentos de que estés aquí! Invitamos a cualquiera que esté aquí por primera vez o nuevo en la parroquia a pasar por nuestro Escritorio de bienvenida al salir a la izquierda en el narthex. Además, a los feligreses existentes que deseen información sobre unirse a ministerios se les pide que pasen por aquí. Oramos para que encuentres calidez y felicidad en nuestra parroquia y esperamos poder llegar a conocerte personalmente.
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INVITATION TO SERVE
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. Altar Guild Meet weekly on Friday or Saturday to prepare the Church for weekend Masses. For more information, contact Elizabeth Polito at Elizabeth.polito@st-louis.org or (512) 454-0384 x 213. Brass Polishing Volunteer on your own schedule, polishing the candles, processional torches, bookstand, thurible, incense boat, and Eagle Lecterns. For information and training, contact Norma Sigler at nsigler4710@att.net or (512) 339-7643. Flower Guild Members of this ministry work in teams to prepare the incredible floral arrangements that grace our altar area. For more information or to volunteer contact Marilyn Hamilton at djh5502000@yahoo.com or (512) 342-8416. Food Pantry Donations needed of mac n’ cheese, canned soup, rolled/instant oats, canned meat (tuna, salmon, spam and chicken), white or brown rice, corn, peanut butter and dry pinto beans. We could also use empty and clean laundry bottles. Please drop off at the Social Ministries building, Mon-Fri, between 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Social Ministries We need help during the week day picking up donations and weighing, sorting, stocking and cleaning items we receive. Contact bea.delarosa@st-louis.org for more information. St. Louis Farm Our Farm Ministry is gearing up for Spring planting. They need lots of volunteers on Saturdays, March 3 and 10, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., to help prepare the soil and plant for the spring harvest. Bring the whole family and enjoy being a part of this growing ministry! Your hard work will benefit our St. Louis Food Pantry and the neediest among us! For more information, contact stlouisfarmatx@gmail.com. 3
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VOCATIONS CHALICE PROGRAM Our Vocations Chalice Program welcomes parish households and families to sign up for one week of prayer for religious vocations. Receive the Traveling Chalice at the weekend Mass of your choice and commit to praying daily that week for an increase in religious vocations. Return the Vocations Chalice to the Church Office on Friday so it can be shared with the next scheduled family. Name: __________________________________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________ Contact Phone: __________________________________________________________ Preferred Weekend Mass: __________________________________________________ Turn in to the Church Off ice or send information to Catholic Vocations Advocates at CVAATX@gmail.com
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SPIRITUAL, PHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL NEEDS OF:
St. Louis Early Childhood Development Center Accepting applications for 8 months to 3 year olds Call 512-614-6544 or visit www.st-louis.org/ecdc February 18, 2018
Lisa Pessler
Sharon Mitchell
Zackery Furr
Eric Brown
Kathy Strickland
Esther Prado
Jean Collins
Poly Gonzalez
Irene Marion
Lee Collins
Zack Foster
Cynthia London Audrey London
Alicia Castro
Blake Chambers
Rose Marie Linan
Mary Robledo
Eduardo Lyon
Mack Linan
Leyla Naderi
Michelle Pechacek
Rita Guerrero
Henry Choe
Martha Pechacek
Jean Price
Hector Sandoval
Margaret Lara
Judith Fournoy
Kevin Perrusquia
Liz Heuertz
Mary Sisson
Raul Esquivel
Pete Garcia
Harold Hans
Erick Aigner
Marian Donato
Paul Alvarez
MaryJane Segrets
Eric Turner
Loraine Reese
Rick Pastor
Chloe Sanders
Shida Ziri
Blas Calderon
Virgie Seiler
Juliana Isabelle Hord
Rene Maldonado
Mark Griffith
Daniel Caballero
Israel Lopez-
Teresa Jones
Isidoro Pineda
Hernandez
Peggy Stout
Lorenzo Cortez
Joseph Villarreal Jr.
Bill Farnan
Anita Leon
Salustio Osorio
Jose L. Bravo
Rigoberto Cortez
Rosa Estrada
Minnie Miles
Ramon Hernandez
Emery Gay
Maggie Gonzalez
Lucy Hernandez
Melinda Becker
Maria Vazquez
Ron Lipiec
Ernestine Garcia
Walter Grona
IN LOVING MEMORY • Clifford Dukes • Gene Syrinek • Eugene Joseph Melancox • • William Pierson • Merrell Messer • First Sunday of Lent
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St. Louis Catholic School celebrated National Catholic Schools week January 28- February 2. Students had a great week focusing on STREAM: Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, and Math. From dressing up as rocket scientists, going on an art walk, to competing in the STREAM bowl, everyone got to learn new things and also remember what makes a Catholic education great. To top it off, Principal Cindy Gee lived up to her promise to kiss a pig since we reached our fundraising goal!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS Ministerios Hispanos
Women of Faith
• ¡Vengan a disfrutar de la buena comida y buena compañía! La Sociedad de Guadalupanas estarán vendiendo desayuno y almuerzo en Wozniak Hall. Todos los feligreses son invitados a venir y disfrutar de nuestras deliciosas comidas el dia domingo 25 de febrero de las 6:00 a.m. hasta las 3:30 p.m.
• A women’s spiritual enrichment group that explores the feminine genius of being created in God’s image. The evening Women of Faith group’s first meeting is Feb. 20, 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the school library. We will be reading and discussing, How to Listen When God is Speaking by Fr. Mitch Pacwa. Contact Vickie at vicsmailbox@sbcglobal.net for more information.
• El ministerio del Via Crucis les hace una cordial invitacion para participar en la representacion del Via Crucis en el Viernes Santo. Las practicas se llevaran a cabo cada sabado en las canchas de la iglesia a las 5:00 p.m. • Los Caballeros de Colón Consejo #5967 vuelven a servir su tradicional pescado frito todos los viernes de Cuaresma. Desde el 16 de febrero hasta el 23 de marzo, en el Salón Wozniak, los platos incluyen bagre frito, papas fritas, frijoles, ensalada de col, hushpuppies, té helado y café. El plato grande cuesta $12, mediano $11, mayores de 65 años $9, niños de 10 años o menores $6. Las Damas Auxiliares de los Caballeros de Colón venderán postres a precios muy accesibles. El horario es de 5.30 p.m. a 7.30 p.m. • Las ensñanzas basicas de la fe catolica este programa es el primer paso en la formación básica para adultos en todos los ministerios que buscan la evangelización y la certificación de catequesis. El curso de Enseñanzas Básicas de la Iglesia Católica, ofrece una introducción general a los principios teológicos del Catecismo. Si no está interesado en tomar clases para la certificación y/o obtener créditos, puede elegir los temas que le interesen y asistir solo a estas clases. Contacte a Beatriz Franceschi en beatriz.franceschi@st-louis.org si tiene preguntas sobre las clases de español. Español: Martes de 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. • La Liturgia y Los Sacramentos (Febrero 20 y 27, Marzo 6) • La Vida en Cristo. Vida Moral (Marzo 20, Abril 3 y 10) • Oración y Espiritualidad (Abril 17 y 24, Mayo 01) Project Miriam • This mini retreat for single, Catholic women between the ages of 16-45 will be held February 24 at St. Mary Cathedral. The retreat includes prayer, Mass, testimonials by religious sisters and lunch. Contact the diocesan Vocations Office at (512) 949-2430. February 18, 2018
Retreats • Women’s A.C.T.S. Retreat – A personal encounter with our Lord, fellowship with like-minded women, lots of fun, food and faith building. The retreat will be held February 22-25th at Down Home Ranch. Cost for the retreat is $175 (down payment of $50 will secure your spot). Includes transportation, meals and lodging. No one will be turned away based on cost! Note that availability however, is limited. For more information please contact Yvonne Ojeda, Director, at yojeda0809@gmail.com or at 512-740-3799. Seniors • The Guardian’s will meet Feb. 21 in Wozniak Hall, from 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. with guest speaker Claudia Bustos from Well Med. The topic is “Care of Medicare Patients”. Please bring a dish to share. For more information, contact seniors@st-louis.org or call 512-454-0384. Project Gabriel • Saturday, March 3rd, the 5 p.m. Vigil at St. Louis will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Project Gabriel in our Diocese. This ministry has effectively served mothers and their babies with the support and resources necessary for them to thrive. Bishop Daniel Garcia will be the celebrant. Volunteers from around the Diocese, who have been a part of this program are cordially invited to attend. SVdP Truck • Spring Cleaning? The St. Vincent de Paul truck will be in the Church parking lot on Saturday, March 3rd, from 10am-2pm, accepting your gently used clothing, furniture, household goods and more.
First Sunday of Lent
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Additional Contributions to Ministries for 2/3-2/4: $1,061.90 Spirit Spirit $68.00 Catholic Catholic Spirit Farm $22.50 Farm Farm Flowers Flowers $10.00 Flowers Food Pantry Food Pantry $302.00 Food Pantry Friends of the King’s Music Mobile Loaves & Fishes Friends of theof King’s Music Friends the King’s Music $100.00 School Trust Fund Mobile Loaves & Fishes & Fishes Social Ministries $37.00 Mobile Loaves St. Vincent de Paul School Trust Fund $748.00 School Trust Fund Social Ministries $392.50 Social Ministries St. de Paul de Paul $305.00 St.Vincent Vincent Bowl of Caring Bowl of Caring
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February 19 Lv 19:1-2, 11-18; Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15; Mt 25:31-46 7 a.m. Linda Rodriguez February 20 Is 55:10-11; Ps 34:4-5, 6-7, 16-17, 18-19; Mt 6:7-15 11:15 a.m. Confessions 12 p.m. Frank Olsovsky, Jr+/M/M George Kandrin+ 1:30 p.m. School First Reconciliation February 21 | Saint Peter Damian, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Jon 3:1-10; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 18-19; Lk 11:29-32 7 a.m. Augustine De La Rosa February 22 | The Chair of Saint Peter the Apostle 1 Pt 5:1-4; Ps 23:1-3a, 4, 5, 6; Mt 16:13-19 9 a.m. ACTS Women’s Team Mass 11:15 a.m. Confessions 12 p.m. Frank Olsovsky+ 5 p.m. Confessions 6 p.m. Leandro Orona+ 6:30 p.m. Via Crucis February 23 | Saint Polycarp, Bishop and Martyr Ez 18:21-28; Ps 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-7a, 7bc-8; Mt 5:20-26 7 a.m. Faez Najib Wehbe+ 8 a.m. School Mass – Bob Perez+ 2 p.m. Stations of the Cross 7 p.m. Stations of the Cross February 24 Dt 26:16-19; Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 7-8; Mt 5:43-48 8 a.m. Jose Cruz Cabello+ 8:30 a.m. Confessions 3:30 p.m. Confessions 5 p.m. J.J. Gonzalez+ February 25 | Second Sunday of Lent Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Ps 116:10, 15, 16-17, 18-19; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10 6 a.m. Pro Populo 7:30 a.m. Joseph Grona+ 9:30 a.m. Mary Jo Sladecek+ 11:30 a.m. St. Louis Parishioners 1:30 p.m. Rodrigo Cabrera+ 5 p.m. Francisca Chavez+ 7 p.m. Vespers
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