May 3, 2009
Fourth Sunday of Easter
PRAYER AND WORSHIP
Readings for the week of May 3, 2009 Sunday: Acts 4:8-12/1 Jn 3:1-2/Jn 10:11-18 Monday: Acts 11:1-18/Jn 10:1-10 Tuesday: Acts 11:19-26/Jn 10:22-30 Wednesday: Acts 12:24---13:5a/Jn 12:44-50 Thursday: Acts 13:13-25/Jn 13:16-20 Friday: Acts 13:26-33/Jn 14:1-6 Saturday: Acts 13:44-52/Jn 14:7-14 Next Sunday: Acts 9:26-31/1 Jn 3:18-24/Jn 15:1-8
PERPETUAL ADORATION: Please call the following to
help with an hour or to fill in as a substitute: 6:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.: Jane Booth, 279-0315 (ext. 106) 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Leilani Usry, 202-0117 6:00 p.m.- 12:00 a.m.: Alina Pagano, 278-5714 12:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.: Ed or Tina Grover, 279-7059 or 221-1970 We are in need of an Adorer for Fridays from 1:00-2:00 p.m. If you are able to fill this hour, please call Leilani at the phone number above.
Lecturas para la semana del 3 de mayo de 2009 Domingo: Hch 4, 8-12/1 Jn 3, 1-2/Jn 10, 11-18 Lunes: Hch 11, 1-18/Jn 10, 1-10 Martes: Hch 11, 19-26/Jn 10, 22-30 Miércoles: Hch 12, 24---13, 5/Jn 12, 44-50 Jueves: Hch 13, 13-25/Jn 13, 16-20 Viernes: Hch 13, 26-33/Jn 14, 1-6 Sábado: Hch 13, 44-52/Jn 14, 7-14 Domingo siguiente: Hch 9, 26-31/1 Jn 3, 18-24/Jn 15, 1-8
The Rosary is prayed every Sunday at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel. The Rosary is also prayed the first Friday of each month after 8:45 a.m. Mass. Please join us.
Please remember and pray for those who have recently gone to their eternal rest.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR MAY 3RD-MAY 10TH
Sunday, May 3 Monday, May 4 Tuesday, May 5 Wednesday, May 6 Friday, May 8 Saturday, May 9 Sunday, May 10 8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. +Rita Brincho +Bud Parker +Louie Connell +Joseph Medved +John & Margaret Conkle Patrick “Brennan” Simpkins +Rev. Francis Ciani OLP Parishioners INTENTION FOR MOTHER’S +Becky Shanahan
PRAYER/COMFORT SHAWL MINISTRY meets every Thursday in the Adult Education Room at the Annex at 10:30 a.m. Knitters and crocheters are invited to join us to enjoy each other's company as we knit and crochet shawls. If you would like information relative to this ministry, please call Claudia Dortenzo at 278-6746.
Pray for Our Sick & Homebound Kitty Bowling (aunt of Ben) Mary Chafin Andrew Cook (husband of Lila) Helen Deignan Karen Flores Ellen Ruvo Hinz (Daughter of Angelo & Gloria Ruvo) Ray Grise (husband of Lillian Grise) Bernadette Guis Marie Maynard Bill Richardson Ian Sullivan
PARISH STAFF: Pastor……...…………………………...……. Rev. Timothy M. Lijewski, ext 292…………………………. frtimlijewski@aol.com Deacon.……………………………………….Deacon Bob Hookness………...…………………………….DeaconHookness@comcast.net Hispanic Ministers…………………...……....Conchita Antúnez………...…………………………………..zaantunez@yahoo.com …….……………………………………..…....Amalia García, ext 111………………………………….……Amaliagarh@hotmail.com Youth Minister…………………………..……Timothy Boyd, ext, 112………………………………………..tboyd10@comcast.net Parish Secretary………………….…..……. .Sherri Davis, ext 106………………….……………………...parishoffice@OurLady.ws Director of Catechesis………………..……. Glynnis Doolittle, ext 109………..…………………..……….GDoolittle@OurLady.ws Asst. to the Director of Catechesis…...…… Joseph Febus, ext 123………………………………………. Bookkeeper……………………………….…..Mary Holland, ext 107…………………………………….….MHolland@OurLady.ws School Principal………………….…...……...Karen Wilcox, ext 100…………………………………..........olpprincipal@comcast.net
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PARISH COMMUNITY LIFE
Community Hour Sponsors: May 3rd School Board May 10th Right to Life Committee May 17th High School Youth Ministry May 24th Knights of Columbus MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!!! It’s a Newcomer’s Welcoming : The Newcomer’s Welcoming Committee is hosting a gathering for families who have registered with our parish from October, 2008 through March, 2009 on Sunday, May 17, 2009 following the 11:30 a.m. Mass. This event will take place in Murphy Hall. This gathering is unique in that it is open to any family who registered last year, but was unable to attend one of the quarterly gatherings in 2008. If your family registered last year, and was not able to attend the Welcoming Gathering as planned, we hope that you can be a part of this upcoming event. So that the committee can plan accordingly, we ask that you kindly contact us no later than TODAY– indicating the number of people in your family that will be in attendance. Please contact 803-279-0315, ext. 109 to make your reservation. We hope to see you there! Musical Instruments OLP School is in need of a piano and other musical instruments/stands for the new music program. Please dust off your gently used instruments and give them a new home. Call the school at 279-8396 to arrange pick up. Thank you for helping us to make a joyful noise. MOTHER’S DAY BABY SHOWER Once again, it is time for our Annual Mother’s Day Baby Shower. Please bring a new unwrapped baby gift to Church on the weekend of May 9th and 10th. All items will be donated to Birthright of Augusta. There will be a reception after all Masses. We always appreciate your support. Right to Life Committee WEDDING COORDINATOR Our Lady of Peace is looking for a patient and enthusiastic person to help Father Tim and our couples plan weddings and receptions. If you would be interested in more information, please contact Father Tim at 803-279-0315 ext. 292.
Relay for Life We are again sponsoring a team for Relay for Life. The Relay for Life will be held this year on May 8 and 9 at the North Augusta Hippodrome. (Note the change in location.) Relay for Life is the major fundraising activity for the American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society provides hope, resources and information for cancer patients. We will be selling luminaries and other items after several Masses in support of the Relay. Thanks for your support. Call Renee Spires at 803 279-1590 if you have any questions.
THIS WEEK’S CHOIR PRACTICES Traditional Choir Tuesday Sunday Contemporary Choir Teen/Youth Choir Monday Thursday Saturday Hispanic Choir Friday Cantors Saturday (by appointment only ) 8:30 a.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
7:15 p.m. 10:30 a.m.
MINISTRY SCHEDULE The Ministry Schedule for June through August will be published soon. If you have changes or special requests for dates not to be scheduled, please contact Mary Fleiss at olpschedule@comcast.net or call the Parish Office at 803-279-0315. May 10, 2009 will be the deadline for any changes. The Knights of Columbus Council #7062 will hold their Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, May 16th, after the 5:30 p.m. Mass in the School Cafeteria. Everyone is invited for all-you-can-eat spaghetti. The cost is $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for kids. Take-outs are available. The spaghetti dinners are the primary fund raiser for the Council, with 10% of the proceeds going to the Our Lady Of Peace School. Dinners are held on the third Saturday of each month. Mother’s Day Mass Intention Envelopes will be available this weekend, May 2nd & 3rd. Please pick them up from the bookshelf in the Narthex or drop by the Parish Office for assistance. You may make intentions for any special mother in your life. For those wishing to have a card to present to your special “Mom,” cards will be available at the Parish Office; please see Sherri Davis.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Father Tim is asking all parishioners to insure that their children are not climbing on the book racks behind the pews, these are only strong enough to hold books. We are also having a problem with the Hymnals being written in and torn. Please do not let your children play with the Hymnal Books.
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Christian formation
IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN – VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER: This summer’s program will take place during the week of Sunday, June 21 through Thursday, June 25th. Each year, we co-host this wonderful event with our brothers and sisters in Christ from Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. They will be the host site again this year. Our theme is CROCODILE DOCK. At this time, I need high school age and adult volunteers to assist in the following break out groups: Crawfish Crafts, Gator Games, the Dockside Drive-In and as crew leaders for two of the four different age groups. The program cannot be conducted without the help of many volunteers; so, please consider giving of your time for this event. Everyone involved has lots of fun and walks away having learned more about our faith. If you can help this year, please contact Glynnis Doolittle, 279-0315, ext. 109 no later than Monday, May 4th. The one meeting scheduled for all volunteers is scheduled for Thursday, May 14th at 6:30 p.m. If you want to help but are not available to attend the meeting, Glynnis will be happy to meet with you at your convenience. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES: The current school year comes to a close this weekend - Sunday, May 3rd. Already, plans are being made for the 09/10 school year that runs from September, 2009 to May, 2010. If you have a child that is school age (must be 4 years old by September 1, 2009) in grades PK4 through 8th, who is not currently registered in our Religious Education/Junior Youth Formation programs, please contact the Office of Christian Formation for a New Student Registration packet (803-279-0315, ext. 109). Registrations are being accepted now through July 1st. Supplies must be ordered by mid-July in order to receive them in time for the opening of classes. Students who wish to receive the Sacrament of First Eucharist are eligible in second grade provided they have completed a one year pre-requisite, and students wishing to be confirmed are eligible as of 8th grade provided they have completed a two year pre-requisite. Don't delay register your children now. Baptism: Baptism is the Sacrament that welcomes individuals into the Church, our spiritual family. This Sacrament also cleanses the person from their sin and offers us the hope and possibility of entering into Heaven with God at the end of our mortal lives. To prepare for this Sacrament, please call Glynnis at the Parish Office. Families seeking Baptism need to be registered parishioners of the parish, attending Mass regularly for a minimum of three months.
Bautismo: Si su familia está esperando la llegada de un niño, Ud. debe, por supuesto, bautizar a su hijo en la fe. El bautismo une a su hijo, un regalo de Dios, a la Iglesia, nuestra familia espiritual. También el bautismo purifica a la persona de su pecado y le ofrece la esperanza y la posibilidad de entrar al Cielo y estar con Dios al fin de la vida mortal. Para preparar a su hijo para este Sacramento maravilloso, comuníquese con Conchita Antúñez en la oficina de la parroquia con 3 meses de anticipación.
SCHOOL NEWS
We still have Strawberry and Blackberry Jam available in the School Office for $5.00 a jar or $54.00 a case. For more information, call the School Office at 279-8396 ext. 100. To promote health, The OLP School Track Team is sponsoring the National Run a Mile Day Race on May 9, 2009. All are welcome to participate, but get out and train now. A walk-run training schedule will be available in the Narthex. For questions, please contact Tony Cresci 706-722-9379. We would like to give our sincere thanks to Clyde and Marilyn Gurosik for providing the delicious strawberries for our festival. We would also like to thank all the parishioners who helped make the Strawberry Festival successful again this year through your generous donations, time, and attendance . We could not do it with-
May Crowning
May 8, 2009, 8:45 a.m. All are invited to join us at the School Court Yard for this special crowning and procession to the church.
Break Away with the Contemporary Christian Rock Band "Silent Resolution" on May 23rd. The Opening Act will be at 7:30 p.m. on the OLP Soccer field. The concert will be preceded at 4:30 p.m. by a Science Expo showcasing our exceptional School Science Program. The concert is a fundraiser for the School Enrichment Program. Tickets will be $5.00 per person. Children under 6 years of age are Free. Tickets can be purchased at the School/ Church Office and will be available at the gate. 3
STEWARDSHIP FINANCIAL REPORT FOR WEEKEND APRIL 25TH & 26TH, 2009
Budget Collection Shortage $ $ $
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11,138.00 10,084.29 1,053.71
*************************************************** 10% Tithe: Catholic Home Mission Appeal $ 1,008.43 *************************************************** YEAR TO DATE Budget $ 478,934.00 Collections $ 458,850.67 Shortage $ 20,083.33
Thank you for your generosity!
THANK YOU! On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers of the ALS Association of Georgia, I thank the parishioners of Our Lady of Peace for your generous contribution of $825.59 in memory of Ray J. Kroger. We have informed the family of your thoughtfulness. In the book, Tuesdays with Morrie, Morrie Schwartz, himself an ALS patient, said, “We can die without ever really going away...You live on– in the hearts of everyone you have touched and nurtured while you were here.” Your memorial gift confirms this. When an ALS patient passes, it only strengthens our resolve to work harder to serve our current ALS patients and families. Our services include equipment loans, home nursing visits, counseling, support groups and contributions to national and international research efforts. We could not provide such services, however, without the charitable support that others offer to us. Thank you again for your generosity in making this memorial gift. Sincerely, Candace P. Wood ALS of Georgia Director
Tithing Schedule
May 2nd / 3rd– Parish Charities May 9th / 10th– Catholic Charities May 16th /17th– Catholic Communications
High School Youth Ministry
OLP Baccalaureate Mass The Annual Baccalaureate Mass will take place next Saturday, May 9th at the 5:30 p.m. Mass. Graduates who have replied to the invitation are reminded to arrive by 5:15 p.m. in their cap and gown. If you have not contacted the Youth Director, Timothy Boyd, please do so ASAP. Plans are being made based on the number of students who are participating. PARA LA COMUNIDAD HISPANA... Retiro de Evangelización: Invitamos a todas los hermanos y hermanas que no han vivido la experiencia de un encuentro personal con Jesucristo Vivo a que se den la oportunidad de participar en el próximo Retiro de Evangelización, que será el 29, 30 y 31 de Mayo en el Murphy Hall. Se recibirá una donación de $ 20.00 por persona para cubrir los gastos de alimentación. Muchos hermanos de esta comunidad han vivido este retiro y sus vidas y las de sus familias han sido transformadas por el amor poderoso de Jesucristo, el Señor también quiere cambiar tu vida. Después de la Misa en español se estarán haciendo las inscripciones no dudes en decirle Sí al Señor. Grupo de Jóvenes: Invitamos a todos los jóvenes de que están en High School a participar en el grupo juvenil los Sábado a las 5:00 p.m. en el salón de jóvenes. Los jóvenes adultos también son bienvenidos los Sábados a las 5:00 pm en el salón de ministerios. Los esperamos. Kermes: El Próximo Sábado después de la Misa tendremos la Kermes con venta de comida, tendremos diferente platillos. Hagamos planes para cenar aquí, ya que de esta manera colaboramos en los gastos de nuestra parroquia. Si hay familias o personas voluntarias que quieran donar algún platillo de comida para esta Kermes, por favor hablen con Martha Cárdenas o con Fernando Ramírez. Gracias. Los jóvenes estarán vendiendo algunos postres y los fondos serán destinados para los gastos de la joven que representará a los jóvenes de nuestra comunidad hispana en la conferencia nacional en Missury, el costo por joven es de $800.00 agradecemos su apoyo. 4
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pope Benedict’s visit to the Holy Land EWTN brings you LIVE coverage of Benedict XVI’s Apostolic visit to the Holy Land May 8-15, 2009. Comcast channel 16, DISH Network 261, DIRECTV 370, and Sky Angel IPTV 143. Visit www.ewtn.com for the latest updates and schedules, or call 205-271-2989.
ROSARY MAKERS WANTED!! Rosary Makers for the Cause of Our Blessed Mother. Respond to the call of Our Lady. The need for rosaries is great and urgent. Become a missionary by making rosaries for missions in the U.S., the military, and around the world. Please call Our Lady’s Rosary Makers (4611 Poplar Level Road, PO BOX 37080, Louisville, Kentucky 402337080) at 502-9681434 or 502-968-1477 or visit their website at www.olrm.org. Place order for a beginner’s kit with instructions that allow you to make 50 cord rosaries. Make a difference in the world. Help bring peace to the world. God will bless you abundantly.
Augusta Young Adult Ministry Are you between the ages of 18 and 35? Interested in growing in faith and making new friends? Augusta Young Adult Ministry is a Catholic ministry that is affiliated with the Diocese of Savannah and supported by the parishes of the Augusta Deanery. The group is geared toward college students, young professionals, and military who want to meet new friends of the same faith. Activities and events include retreats, weekend trips, service projects, and social events. The weekly meetings, Spirit & Truth, are on Thursdays from 7:30p.m.‐9:15p.m. at the Annunciation House (on the corner of Central and Arsenal Aves. behind St. Mary’s). Spirit and Truth features free dinner, Bible studies, faith discussions, guest speakers, music, and adoration. We promise you’ll feel welcome and have fun with Augusta Young Adult Ministry! For more information, visit our web‐ site at www.augustayam.org or email info@augustayam.org. 3rd Annual Spring Fling is being sponsored by Alumni and friends of Aquinas on Friday, May 8, 2009 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Aquinas High School Grand Dining Hall. Come Enjoy A Night of Friends, Food and Fun! RSVP to Patti Williams (706) 736-5516 or email pwilliams@aquinashigh.org. Birthright of Augusta has an immediate need for a Director of the local office. Birthright is a Volunteer Pro-Life Crisis Pregnancy Center that has been in operation in this area for over 25 years. If interested, please contact Marcy Prestifilippo at 706-738-1595, day or evening. Please keep this cause in your prayers. CATHOLIC BUSINESS BREAKFAST: Saturday, May 9, 2009, 7:30 a.m. Join Saint Paul Radio and Network with fellow Catholic business leaders as the Honorable Daniel J. Craig, Superior Court Judge for the Augusta Circuit Court, shares his philosophy on the relationship between the Constitution and our Christian Faith. Breakfast will start at 7:30 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Monte Sano Avenue. There will be a $10 donation at the door. Please reserve your seat online or by phone, fax, or email by May 5, 2009. Call: 561-707-5018. Fax: 706-854-8344. Email: jprohaska@saintpaulradio.org
The celebration of the National Day of Prayer for Augusta will be Thursday, May 7, at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Cultural Center on Greene Street. Everyone is invited to come out and pray for our country and worship our God together. This ecumenical, city-wide event is co-sponsored by the South Augusta Pastors’ Alliance and the office of Mayor Deke Copenhaver. Call (706)798-1882 with any questions.
MARIAN CONFERENCE
The 2009 Greenville Marian Conference “Mary, Mother of the Eucharist” (sponsored by the Medjugorje/Marian Information Center, Inc.) will be held June 26th – June 27th at the Peace Center for the Performing Arts in Greenville, SC. Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R., Mother Assumpta Long, O.P., and Marcus Grodin (EWTN, The Journey Home) are among the distinguished speakers. For additional information and ticket registration, please access the web site at www.greenvillemarianconference.org or call Carleen Maher at 864-255-5646. Tickets are $50 for adults, $20 for youths/students.
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Parish Ministries:
Prayer & WorshipJohn Monahan 803-279-2459 Altar Servers, Ushers, LectorsDeacon Bob Hookness 803-613-9175 Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy CommunionGlynnis Doolittle 803-279-0315 Altar CareTheresa Bone 803-441-8857 Votive CandlesMary Holland 803-279-0315 Linen CareBetsy Davis 803-278-4148 Perpetual AdorationMichael Kantz 803-278-4195 Contemporary & Youth ChoirPat Roberts 803-442-7927 Traditional ChoirNancy Goodrich 803-640-7516 Art & EnvironmentLee Fuller 803-278-0913 StewardshipDeacon Bob Hookness 803-613-9175 Finance CommitteeWyatt Friend 803-278-2537 Parish LifeIngrid Cardenas 803-442-7193 “Mary” Widow(er)sAnn Marie Wingate 803-278-1932 Newcomer WelcomeKathy Neal 803-278-0884 Prayer/Shawl MinistryClaudia Dortenzo 803-278-6746 Knights of Columbus & Social ConcernsMike Hubbard 803-278-1595 Hispanic MinistryAmalia Garcia & Conchita Antunez 803-441-8804 BereavementGlynnis Doolittle 803-279-0315 Plaza ComunitariaAngie Mallar 803-279-0315 Community Ministry of North AugustaJanet Howard 803-279-1067 Habitat for Humanity of North AugustaLee Pickett 803-279-3410 Sick & HomeboundSally Tingler 803-637-5658 Soup KitchenJim Whalen 803-279-1836 Family HonorSteve & Ramona Wach 803-279-1366 Right to Life CommitteeNancy Schmolze 803-278-4430 Carmel Fentress 803-279-3204 Steering CommitteeClyde Hall 803-279-7487 Landscape CommitteeJan Kroger 803-279-3304 EvangelizationKristen Creed 803-202-4798 CursilloMarcia Delmore 803-442-7885 High School Youth MinistryTimothy Boyd 803-279-0315 Kairos Glynnis Doolittle 803-279-0315 Pastoral Council Mary Felak 803-221-2044
Our Parish for the Week
Sunday, May 3 Fourth Sunday of Easter Last Religious Education Classes for the Year Parent Meeting-Murphy Hall Adult Education Classes Teacher Appreciation LuncheonAnnex Auditorium Rosary in the Chapel Adult Education Classes St. Monica Youth Choir Practice Hispanic Ministry Mtg.-Annex Rm. 1 St. Jutta Prayer Group (Minister’s Meeting Room) ESL Classes–Annex Room 2 Bl. Edward Jones High School Youth Ministry Cursillo-Minister’s Meeting Rm. Traditional Choir Practice St. John of Beverley Prayer Shawl MinistryAnnex Adult Ed. Rm. Hispanic Adult Ed.-Adult Ed. Rm. ESL-Annex Room 2 Youth Choir Practice St. Peter of Tarantaise Spanish RCIA-Minister’s Mtg. Rm. Hispanic Choir Practice Hispanic Evangelization Team Meeting-Annex Rm. 1 9:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.
Monday, May 4
6:45 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6
7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:15 p.m.
Thursday, May 7
10:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Friday, May 8
Saturday, May 9
St. Pachomius Princess Party-Murphy Hall 10:00 a.m. Youth Choir Practice 4:00 p.m. Youth / Baccalaureate Mass 5:30 p.m. Combined High School Youth Min. following 5:30 p.m. Mass Last JrCYM session of the year 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Food Sales following 7:15 p.m. Mass Fifth Sunday of Easter—Mother’s Day Adult Education Classes 10:00 a.m. Rosary in the Chapel 3:00 p.m. Adult Education Classes 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 10
Adoration of Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament is held perpetually in the Chapel.
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