THE SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS a weekly bulletin & newsletter May 6, 2018 • 6 th Sunday of Easter
TO RECEIVE THE SACRAMENTS IS NOT A GOAL
It is a Journey!
The reception of the sacraments for the first time is not just a special time of grace for the children but also for their families and all the parish community. All Christians share the joy and happiness of this day; however, we need to debug some ideas that could detract from the wonder of the Sacraments. While many children of our parish are preparing to receive the sacraments for the first time in May and June, we can do some reflections, along with our prayers for them. Before other considerations, the first thing is to realize that Jesus Christ wants to have a personal relationship with each of these little ones. We are in risk of despising childhood religiosity, thinking that children are not “mature” enough to discern and to make definitive life choices. However, this is not the thought reflected in the Gospel of Jesus Christ: “Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.” (Mt 18, 3) “Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Amen, I say to you, whoever does not accept the kingdom of God like 1
a child will not enter it.” (Mk 10: 13-16). Undoubtedly, these Gospel readings show that the pride of the adult is much greater obstacle for the union with God, than children´s immaturity. God is perfectly capable of transmitting His timeless message in a simple language for his children. The First Communion of our children reminds us of the Gospel ideal of being like children with all their simplicity and purity, in following Christ. “Today, I love you more than yesterday but less than tomorrow”. It’s a mistake that we emphasize the fact that it is the “First” Communion, and let go unnoticed the “second” or “third”. For our children, beyond their natural enthusiasm for the new, we must convey that more important than the first Communion are the following ones, and this reflection must also cause us adults to examine the way we receive the most precious gift ... Jesus in the Eucharist. Let us pray for the children of our Parish who will receive communion for the first time, so they come to our Lord´s Table, with pure hearts and full of love.
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CLERGY Rev. James A. Misko, Pastor Rev. Douglas Jeffers, Parochial Vicar
KING’S TAVERN MONDAY, MAY 7 CASA CHAPALA HAPPY HOUR BEGINS AT 6:30 P.M. TALK BEGINS AT 7:30 P.M. ALL ARE WELCOME! BRING A FRIEND!
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) Choral Vespers: 7 p.m. Weekdays:
The Cajun Navy--some of our very own parishioners--were among the first responders to the victims of Hurricane Harvey last year. Come listen to their story and discover what it means to go outside of ourselves for the sake of another.
English: 7:00 a.m. (M, W, F), 12:00 p.m. (T & Th), 8:00 a.m. (Sat) 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)
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 May 6, 2018
Vacation Bible School is one week in the summer (June 11-15, 2018) but a week that can change children’s lives forever. This year the participants will be part of “A Wonderful Adventure”. The fun will occur from 8:30 am-12:00 pm. Each day the children will enjoy Bible stories, games, snacks, dramas, music, and much more! The week will culminate with a Mass and the closing ceremony. Our goal for VBS is to provide an opportunity for children to learn about God’s love through Jesus Christ, to hear the gospel in a fun, safe and loving atmosphere, and to learn about the lives of different saints “Our real Super Heroes”. We hope that your child or children will be able to join us for this fun week of adventure at St Louis VBS. The program is open to children PreK-4 to 5th Grade, and the cost is: First Child - $25.00 and $15 for each additional child, up to a maximum of $70 per family. High school students are invited to participate as leaders. Registrations will run from April 30 thru May 25. If you would like your child or children to participate in St Louis VBS 2018 please fill out the online registration form at: www.st-louis.org/vbs Registration forms will be required for all students. Students without registration forms will not be allowed admittance. Come join us as we gear up for an awesome week!
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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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How did the St. Vincent de Paul Society get started? In 1831 Frederic Ozanam was a student at the Sorbonne in Paris when one of his professors asked, “What do you do besides talk to prove the faith you claim is in you?” Frederic was troubled by this question, and to put his faith into action, he gathered some friends to visit the poor in the tenements and to offer aid. This eventually became a group dedicated to helping the poor under the patronage of St. Vincent de Paul, who in the 1600’s, was known for his help of the poor. Many societies were formed throughout Europe, and by 1848, the first group was formed in America. Now almost every parish in the country has a St. Vincent de Paul Society. Did you know that St. Louis Church’s SVdP group was formed 55 years ago? We help the poor and the underemployed within our parish boundaries. This help is only possible because of your generosity -- the money put in the poor boxes and those funds dedicated to us in the Social Ministries collection the second Sunday of the month. Without your help, we would be unable to help the poor in our own community. Thank you. More about our ministry to come in a bulletin next month.
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• baby bottles • pacifiers • diapers* • wipes • baby powder • teething rings
• rattles • blankets • socks* • onesies* • pajamas* • baby toiletries
Note: baby cothes for 0-3 montsh old (boy clothes preferred) diapers size 0-4.
Now - May 13 St. Louis Catholic School’s National Junior Honor Society is collecting donations to give to expecting mothers in need. Please help support the Gabriel Project by dropping off donations in the boxes located in the church narthex.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS Vespers
Ministerios Hispanos
• Solemn Choral Vespers with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament is held every first Sunday of the month at 7:00pm in the Chapel. This is a beautiful, meditative way to end one week and start a new one. Please join us in prayer and praise! Solemn Choral Vespers with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament is held every first Sunday of the month at 7:00pm in the Chapel. This is a beautiful, meditative way to end one week and start a new one. Please join us in prayer and praise!
• 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. El retiro de CRSP de hombres será del 26-27 de mayo. El retiro de CRSP de mujeres se llevara a cabo del 9-10 de junio. ¡Inscríbete ahora! ¡Te esperamos! El cupo es limitado.
Children’s Liturgy • Last day for Children’s Liturgy is May 27th. Children’s Liturgy at 9:30 and 1:30 Sunday Masses will break for the summer after their sessions on May 27th. These sessions for our young parishioners will resume Sunday, September 16th. Have a great summer and thank your volunteer catechists who lead these programs so faithfully throughout the school year.
Cedarbrake Retreats • Discovering Your True Self, Detaching from Your False Self will be a retreat on May 23rd from 9am2:30pm at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Belton. The retreat is based on the book by Rev. Richard Rohr, “The Immortal Diamond”. Deep within us is the true self, but it is often hidden by who or what we think we should be. Beverly Collin will present the day and the cost is $40 and includes lunch. • Summer Silence (aka Desert Solitude) is offered June 8 – 13 as a silent retreat, giving you time and space to eat and pray in silence for three, four or five nights. There will be opportunities for centering prayer, Lectio Divina, Ignatian prayer, Taize prayer, Adoration and daily Mass. Fees include all meals, linens and prayer materials. Call for pricing at (254) 780-2436 or check online at www.cedarbrake.org and click on “Upcoming Retreats”. May 6, 2018
• Sacramentos de Iniciacion Para Adultos | Se les invita a todas aquellas personas que necesiten recibir algún Sacramento de iniciación (Bautismo, Reconciliación/ Comunión o Confirmación) a inscribirse en el programa de clases de Sacramentos para Adultos. Para inscribirse diríjase a la oficina de los Ministerios Hispanos. ¡No pierda la oportunidad! • Clases Prematrimoniales “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. • Vigilia de Pentecostés: Ven y acompáñanos a celebrar la gran fiesta de Pentecostés en un ambiente de alabanza y adoración a nuestro Señor, derramando su Santo Espíritu sobre nosotros. Te esperamos el día Sábado 19 de Mayo de 6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. en el “Salon St. Louis” Wozniak Hall
Upcoming Events • 24th Annual Walk for Life will be held Saturday, June 9th in North and South Austin, Cedar Park, Georgetown and Harker Heights. If you missed signing up to walk or sponsor someone in our Narthex, contact Lance Person at Lance@Texasallianceforlife. org or call him at 512-477-1244. Last year, over 200 walkers from 35 churches raised more than $70,000 in pledges for Pro-Life programs!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS Farewell to Seminarian Will
Seniors • The Friendship Circle will meet May 9 in Wozniak Hall, from 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join us for cards, games, or good ole conversation. Please bring a snack to share with morning coffee. For more information, contact seniors@st-louis.org or call 512-454-0384. AARP Smart Driver Course May 24th in Wozniak Hall 9:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Please bring sack lunch RSVP by May 21st Space is limited
• Please join us on Sunday, May 20th, following the 9:30am Mass, as we bid farewell to Seminarian Will. There will be a reception in Wozniak Hall, hosted by the Women’s Club. Will has been a wonderful addition to our parish this year, and he has become a welcome participant in countless ministries. Please join us in bidding him goodbye as he returns to the seminary for his final year before Ordination.
To RSVP or for more information email seniors@st-louis.org or contact the parish office Altar Servers • Calling all Altar Servers - Spring Serviam Saturday is quickly approaching on Saturday, May 12, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Don’t forget, this is a mandatory training for all current Altar Servers!
The Spanish Rosary Group, María, Reyna from La Paz invites the parish community
El Grupo del Santo Rosario, María, Reyna de La Paz invita a la comunidad parroquial A venerar y coronar a la Virgen María, Nuestra Santísima Madre
To the crowning of Our Blessed Mother, Mary Saturday, May 12
Sábado, 12 de mayo
♥ Mass is at 8:00a.m. and ♥ After Mass, the Coronation will follow in Our Blessed Mother’s Garden and the Holy Rosary will be prayed in her honor.
♥ Misa a las 8:00 a.m. y ♥ después de la Misa, la coronación será en el Jardín de Nuestra Santísima Madre con el Rezo del Santo Rosario en su honor. Que Nuestra Bendita Madre del Cielo interceda por todos nosotros y que Dios Todopoderoso nos Bendiga siempre.
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May our Blessed Mother in Heaven intercede for us all and May our Lord God Almighty bless us always!
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CALLED FORTH THROUGH DISCERNMENT PASTORAL COUNCIL 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. 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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“Father James told me to be involved in the school, but when someone tells you to go do it, you don’t really know what it’s going to look like,” Seminarian Will Rooney said, looking back on his pastoral year with Saint Louis Catholic School. “I was assigned to go help during Vocations Week, but after that assignment, I really just walked around.” Walking around through the campus turned out to be the thing for which Seminarian Will was known. “He just shows up,” sixth grade teacher Emily Loontjer said. “And the Holy Spirit brings him in. I would be teaching literature and he would come and start connecting literature with religion.” Mrs. Loontjer says Seminarian Will became a regular, taking an interest in reading the books with the students. “We were reading these secular books, because it’s a lot harder to find Catholic books than I thought, and he would start asking the kids which virtues they were seeing in the characters even though the books were secular. I loved that he showed up and had us look at the world through that Catholic lens.” Seminarian Will says he learned that God would provide for others through him if he just walked around, something he learned from his former associate pastor, the late Father Wade Russell. “He had a thing called, ‘Management by Walking Around.’ He would visit people in their offices and just see how they were doing. That had a big impact on me. So, I decided to just go walking around the school and say, ‘How are you doing?’ And God uses that time to show you their needs.” “He’s so willing to do anything,” Development Director Jessica Chaffee said. “And he does it with joy.” She says he spent a month with the second grade as they prepared for First Communion, helped with all the class retreats, camped and led prayer with the Boy Scouts at Zion National Park, put on the first teacher and staff retreat in eight years, and eagerly volunteered to help coach the cross-country team. “We practiced at 6:30 in the morning,” Mrs. Chaffee said. “And he was there every morning. He was a good motivator. 7
He had a good way of pushing kids in a positive way.” Sixth grader Ben Wallis was one of the runners. “At first, I was in the back,” Wallis said. “But [Seminarian Will] slowed down, and he ran with me to support me. He would tell me to keep going; he’s a good guy.” Mrs. Chaffee says Wallis became one of the fastest runners through Seminarian Will’s encouragement. “I really want kids to know God’s love,” Seminarian Will said. “If you’re a priest or a seminarian or someone who just wants to work in ministry, you have to relate humanly, speaking with people and just hanging out is part of that. Some of the best conversations I’ve had are just from following Father James’ lead and standing there at pick up after school with the eighth graders and the kindergartners - just being present to people. I want kids to know they’re good, that they have value.” Mrs. Chaffee said it showed in how Seminarian Will made a point to visit with people and learn their names. “He wants to form relationships and help them to feel comfortable,” she said. “Some people are better with younger kids or older ones, but he connected with everyone.” Seminarian Will says he originally intended to double major in poultry science and agricultural engineering from Texas A&M. When his first internship didn’t go as he expected, he quit and dropped the poultry science major. But God opened a door for him to start working in middle school youth ministry at Saint Thomas Aquinas. That lasted more than three years as he continued his studies. After earning an agricultural engineering degree, he skipped his career fair and made an appointment for seminary. “And it’s been a joy ever since,” he said. The pastoral year at Saint Louis came after four years of study. Seminarian Will next plans to take trips to Israel and Honduras, and then spend a few more months in seminary before expected ordination to the diaconate in 2019 and priesthood in 2020. Mrs. Loontjer thinks Seminarian Will can do great things for God. “He makes a point of personally inviting people into the church. And that personal invitation makes an impact.”
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Our Sacraments, Our Faith “The purpose of the sacraments is to sanctify men, to build up the Body of Christ and, finally, to give worship to God.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1123) BAPTISMS March 22 – April 25, 2018 Gustavo Gael Garcia Cueto Katherine Nicole Garcia Cueto Sofia Garcia Torres Lucia Garcia-Torres Mariana Vega Torres Daniel Roch Arsan Julian Francis Lloyd Ariana Rae Perez Zachary Lee Perez Evelyn April Rose Josephine Grace Brady Mayte Nayeli Garcia Hidalgo Giselle Enriqueta Garcia Hidalgo
MARRIAGES & CONVALIDATIONS March 22 – April 25, 2018 Michael Reyna & Crystal Rae Fabian David Paul Racine & Jillian Marie Bellinger Donald Michael Lipinski, Jr. & Tabitha Marie Gonzalez Bryant Stephen Salcedo & Christina Marie Becker Justin Don McDougall & Ana Alicia Luna Martimiano Ugarte Vences & Dora Fanny Carachure Diaz Pedro Ortiz Tapia & Fabiola Peralta Rodriguez
BAPTISM-CONFIRMATION- COMMUNION March 31, 2018 Lizzy Alvarez Valeria Aquino Antonio Arellano Adilia Barahona Jose Dominguez Jonathan Felix Keylly Flores Angie Garcia Ariadna Garcia Jesus Gavarrete Jose Guerrero Lesly Guerrero Edwin Gutierrez Lexye Gutierrez
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Zaaemi Guzman Karla Jaramillo Breauna Jones Emilynn Jones Erny Martinez Frank Martinez Darwin Membreno Angel Ortiz Bryan Perez Dalilah Perez Zakary Perez Angie Ramos Lendy Rodriguez Cruz Romero th
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Diego Rosales Rodrigo Rosales Carlos Sepulveda Liliana Sepulveda Marean Vasquez Christopher Vazquez Aide Villado Jetta Collins Edgar Hernandez Jane Kang Christopher Ochoa Carlos Pineda Crystal Reyna
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Our Sacraments, Our Faith Continued
CONFIRMATIONS WITH BISHOP JOE VASQUEZ (*plus First Eucharist)
April 21, 2018 at San Jose Parish Shirley Escobar Yisbet Escobar Rafael Flores* Mayra Jara Kandy Ordonez Pedro Ortiz Maria Palomo Thelma Palomo Milton Pena
Jorge Perez Misael Perez Kevin Perrusquia* Carlos Puente* Karen Sanchez* Miguel Sanchez* Deysi Torres* Edgar Ugarte
FIRST COMMUNION – April 20, 2018 Dora Fani Carachure Diaz
FIRST COMMUNION – April 22, 2018 Juan Francisco Sifuentes Lazaro
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SPIRITUAL, PHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL NEEDS OF: Jerome Tolbolka Alfred Perez Tim Ramirez Joshua Pelicano Michel G. Rios Luke LeBas Joan Bogdanski Jeanne McGinley George & Mae Vrazel Alexander Wadleigh Hector Franceschi Lupe Rodriguez Jose Reyes Roxy Kline Peggy Herrera Scout Schulz Lisa Pessler Eric Brown Jean Collins Lee Collins Alicia Castro Rose Marie Linan
Mack Linan Rita Guerrero Jean Price Judith Fournoy Mary Sisson Harold Hans Paul Alvarez Loraine Reese Shida Ziri Juliana Isabelle Hord Daniel Caballero Isidoro Pineda Lorenzo Cortez Anita Leon Rigoberto Cortez Ramon Hernandez Lucy Hernandez Ron Lipiec Sharon Mitchell Poly Gonzalez Zack Foster Blake Chambers
Mary Robledo Leyla Naderi Henry Choe Hector Sandoval Kevin Perrusquia Raul Esquivel Erick Aigner MaryJane Segrets Rick Pastor Blas Calderon Rene Maldonado Israel Lopez-Hernandez Joseph Villarreal Jr. Salustio Osorio Rosa Estrada Emery Gay Melinda Becker Ernestine Garcia Zackery Furr Esther Prado Irene Marion Cynthia London
Audrey London Eduardo Lyon Michelle Pechacek Martha Pechacek Margaret Lara Liz Heuertz Pete Garcia Marian Donato Eric Turner Chloe Sanders Virgie Seiler Mark Griffith Teresa Jones Peggy Stout Jose L. Bravo Minnie Miles Maggie Gonzalez Maria Vazquez Walter Grona
IN LOVING MEMORY • Nicolasa Vasquez • Ronald Kress Sr. • Louise Cavanaugh • • Lorna Overbey • Bernice Woolery • 9
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YOUTH MINISTRY MAY EVENTS YOUNG CHURCH SPARKS 13 End of Year Party 18 End of Year Party 20
Baccalaureate Mass, 11:30 a.m.
CORNER Forgiven: Where Are You?
SANCTUARY CANDLE MEMORIALS The sanctuary candle is traditionally seen in Catholic churches, burning constantly to indicate the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in the tabernacle. At St. Louis, in both the main nave and the chapel, the sanctuary candles are burning high above the floor in beautifully ornate fixtures suspended from the ceiling. Parishioners are given the opportunity to memorialize a deceased loved one with a $10 contribution, selecting a specified week in which one or both of the two sanctuary candles will be burned in their honor. Visit the church office with your donation, the name of your loved one, your choice of sanctuary candle and the selected week. Memorials are denoted in the Main Nave (M) or Chapel (C). Memorials reserved since the last newsletter deadline include: April 1 – 9 Memory of Celestina Gutierrez by Flora Saenz (C) April 22-28 Memory of Frank Bartolo by Maria Bartolo (M) Memory of Herb Mott by the family (C) April 29 – May 5 Memory of Carina Mott by the family (C) May 6 – 12 Memory of Maria Saenz by Alyce Lottman (M) May 13-19 Memory of Elisa Porres by Nohemi Alvarez (M) May 20-26 Memory of Dr. Juan Alvarez by Nohemi Alvarez (M) May 27-June 2 To honor Mayra Corona by Corona Family (M)
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Perdonado: Donde Estas? The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a powerful demonstration of God’s mercy and forgiveness in our lives. God never leaves us alone or isolated.
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INVITATION TO SERVE
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. 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. Mobile Loaves and Fishes We are in need of travel size shampoo, body wash, and lotion. Social Ministries We need help Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to unload, sort, and stock donations. Contact bea.delarosa@st-louis.org for more information. 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.
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MASS TIMES, READINGS, INTENTIONS Monday
May 7
Readings:
Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b;
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Jn 15:26—16:4a
May 9
Readings:
Acts 17:15, 22—18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14; Jn 16:12-15
Masses:
7 a.m.
Thursday
May 10 | Saint Damien de Veuster, Priest
Stephen Scott
Readings:
Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4; Jn 16:16-20
Masses:
11:15 a.m.
Confessions
12 p.m.
Melanie Bettinelli
5 p.m.
Confessions
6 p.m.
Elisa P. Rodriguez+
Friday
May 11
Readings:
Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-3, 4-5, 6-7; Jn 16:20-23
Masses:
7 a.m.
Bobby Vernengo Jr.
8 a.m.
School Mass – Ernestina Chavez+
Saturday
May 12 | Saints Nereus and Achilleus, Martyrs;
Saint Pancras, Martyr
Readings:
Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-9, 10; Jn 16:23b-28
Masses:
8 a.m.
Maria Ortiz Saenz+
8:30 a.m.
Confessions
3:30 p.m.
Confessions
5 p.m.
M/M Ernest Morisak+
Sunday
May 13 | The Ascension of the Lord
Readings:
Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9; Eph 1:17-23 or
Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13; Mk 16:15-20
Masses:
6 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
Lupe G. Pina+
9:30 a.m.
Fred McNair+
11:30 a.m.
Eleazar/Gloria Garza+
1:30 p.m.
Jose Anaya-Palomino+
5 p.m.
Maria Saenz+
7 p.m.
Vespers
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Patty Murphy+
Wednesday
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($4,351.16)
Confessions
12 p.m.
$1,725,211.01
11:15 a.m.
($16,506.28)
Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11
Masses:
$183,239.50
Readings:
$166,733.22
Theresa Scott
$33,462.68
May 8
(1,458.19)
7 a.m.
Tuesday
$32,004.49
Masses:
Additional Contributions to Ministries for 4/21-4/22: Food Pantry Mobile Loaves & Fishes School Trust Fund Seminarians Formation Social Ministries St. Vincent de Paul
$800.00 $67.00 $279.00 $2,257.00 $375.00 $240.00
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