Parish Pastoral Council Members Allen Latour, Chairperson; Jason Guidry, Vice-Chairperson; Carolyn Huval, Secretary; Randal Caffery, Danny Martin, Janet Stelly, Nancy Stelly, Richard Tietz, Mary Frances Baudoin, Youth Member Linus Cortez, Finance Committee Chair; Debbie LaFleur, Finance Committee Vice Chair Burt Arceneaux, Bob Simpson, Parish Trustees
TUESDAY – FEBRUARY 25 Mardi Gras – Parish Office Closed
6:30AM – Mass ASH WEDNESDAY – FEBRUARY 26
OBLIGATORY DAY OF FAST & ABSTINENCE
LENT BEGINS Special Ash Wednesday Collection at all
Masses for Catholic Charities of Acadiana 6:30AM – Mass 12:05PM – Mass 12:30PM – Jubilee of the Word Marathon Begins
[Holy Ghost Catholic Church - Opelousas] 6:00PM – Mass 5:30PM – Overeaters Anonymous [St. Anne AV Room] 7:00PM – Neocatechumenal Way [St. Anne AV Room]
THURSDAY – FEBRUARY 27 6:30AM – Mass
FRIDAY – FEBRUARY 28 6:30AM – Mass 5:30PM – Mass 6:00PM – Stations of the Cross
SATURDAY – FEBRUARY 29 Special Collection for Black & Indian Missions
Bonne Mort Society Dues Collected Before Mass 4:00PM – Mass
SUNDAY – MARCH 1 Special Collection for Black & Indian Missions
7:00AM, 10:00AM, 5:30PM 4:30PM – Jubilee of the Word Marathon Ends [Holy Ghost Catholic Church - Opelousas]
SAINT PETER ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH SEVENTH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Celebrating a 122 Year Tradition
REGISTRER ONLINE NOW FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
Carencro Catholic is NOW accepting applications ONLINE for the 2020-2021 school year.
Classes available for Pre-K (3-year olds) to 8th grade.
THE HOLY SEASON OF LENT BEGINS…
Ash Wednesday, February 26TH
ASH WEDNESDAY MASS SCHEDULE On Ash Wednesday, February 26th, the distribution of ashes
will take place within the celebration of the Holy Mass.
Ash Wednesday Mass times are as follows: *6:30AM; *12:05PM; *6:00PM
ASH WEDNESDAY is an OBLIGATORY day of
FASTING & ABSTINENCE
For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal. Two smaller meals may also be taken, but not to equal a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.
~USCCB Pastoral Statement of Penance & Abstinence
Lent is the liturgical season that is ordered to preparing for the celebration of Easter. The faithful recall their Baptism and do penance. The forty days of Lent run from Ash Wednesday up to but excluding the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on the evening of Holy Thursday. The Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday make up the liturgical season of the Triduum, the final three days before Easter. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abstinence. Ash Wednesday and all Friday’s of Lent (including Good Friday) are days of abstinence.
WAY OF THE CROSS FRIDAY’S OF LENT The Way of the Cross will be held on the Fridays of Lent at 6:00pm immediately following the 5:30pm Holy Mass.
PHONE: 337-896-8973 FAX: 337-896-1931
www.CarencroCatholic.org
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Carencro Catholic School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in admissions or employment.
HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR FEBRUARY Listen to the Migrants’ Cries
That the cries of our migrant brothers and sister, victims of criminal trafficking, may be heard and considered.
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CARENCRO CATHOLIC - ST. PETER BLOOD DRIVE
Where: In front of the CCS office building in the Lourdes Blood Donation Bus
When: Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Time: 2:00PM – 6:00PM
Each donor will receive a t-shirt and the children of CCS parent grandparent, aunt, and/or uncle donors will receive a pizza party compliments of Lourdes. There will be a sign-up sheet in the bus.
Donating blood is a wonderful way to begin the Lenten season! Join us if you can, pray for us if you are unable.
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED The parish office will be closed Tuesday, February 25th in observance of Mardi Gras.
The Mission of the Diocese of Lafayette involves the total restoration of humanity, the salvation of the whole person. Our response to this mission finds expression in the programs, ministries, and services supported by the Bishop’s Services Appeal. The charity of God urges us, encourages us, and impels us to seek the needs of others, rather than self: This is the purpose of the Bishop’s Services Appeal. Please prayerfully consider making a sacrificial gift or pledge to the Bishop’s Services Appeal.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR...
Lenten Mission St. Joseph
Night 1 - Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:30pm St. Joseph patron of The Universal Church
A most important companion: What does Scripture and Sacred Tradition tell us?
Presenting: Reverend Fr. Michael Russo; Pastor of St. Anne Catholic Church, Youngsville & Chancellor of St. Thomas More High School, Lafayette
Night 2 - Tuesday, March 10th at 6:30pm St. Joseph as Husband
Presenting: Mr. John Paul Masterson; Husband, Father and Principal of St. Bernard Catholic School, Breaux Bridge
Night 3 - Tuesday, March 17th at 6:30pm St. Joseph as Father
Presenting: Very Reverend James A. Wehner, S.T.D.; Rector/President of Notre Dame Seminary School of Theology, New Orleans
Night 4 - Tuesday, March 24th at 6:30pm St. Joseph as Worker
Presenting: Mr. Rafael Perez; Husband, Father and Vice President of Business Development and Legal Affairs of a local family owned company in Acadiana
Night 5 - Tuesday, March 31st at 6:30pm St. Joseph: Patron of a ‘Happy Death’
Presenting: Reverend Fr. Michael Champagne CJC; Community of Jesus Crucified, St. Martinville
JUBILEE OF THE WORD MARATHON Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Opelousas
Begins Ash Wednesday, February 26th; 12:30pm Concludes First Sunday of Lent, March 1st; 4:30pm
100 hours for 100 years and 300 lectors for 300 years! The Jubilee of the Word Marathon is a unique way to celebrate the Centennial of Holy Ghost Catholic Church & the Tricentennial of the City of Opelousas! Beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 26th at 12:30pm the Bible will be read publicly cover to cover without pause in front of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas. The Marathon will conclude on the First Sunday of Lent, March 1st at 4:30pm. On Ash Wednesday, Bishop Michael Jarrell, Opelousas native, will begin reading at 12:30pm. Bishop Douglas Deshotel will read at 4:30pm. 300 lectors will be needed for 20-minute intervals. Lectors from churches throughout Acadiana & others interested in reading are encouraged to sign up for a reading slot. All are encouraged to come listen! Come & participate in a joint birthday celebration for Opelousas & Holy Ghost. For more information or to register as a lector, please contact Holy Ghost Catholic Church at (337) 942-2732, www.hgcatholic.org or visit Fete-Dieu du Teche on Facebook.
COME, LORD JESUS!
7-Week Bible Study Lenten Journey 2020
Once again St. Peter Church is offering the Come, Lord Jesus! Lenten Journey program. This is a one hour each week, 7-week journey which follows a simple format, including prayer and study of the upcoming Sunday Gospel.
The program is open to everyone and is centered around the elements of Prayer, Scripture, Eucharist, and Fellowship/Christian Community. It is the perfect way to journey through Lent to the glory of Jesus’ resurrection on Easter Sunday! Sign-up sheets are available at the doors of the church. Please call Melinda Devillier (896-1334) for more details.
LADIES ALTAR SOCIETY LENTEN DAY OF RECOLLECTION St. Edmond Catholic Church, 4131 West Congress St., Lafayette
Thursday, February 27th; 8:00am-3:00pm RETREAT MASTER: Fr. Nicholas Dupre, Pastor, St. Joseph, Parks TICKETS: $12.00, includes lunch, must be purchased in advance
Deadline for ticket purchase: Friday, February 21st For tickets, please contact RaNelle Simon: 337-232-2849 or
Betty Robinson 337-258-6372. Tickets may also be purchased at the St. Edmond Church Office during regular office hours!
‘CLOSER TO GOD’ LENTEN BOOKLET Daily Reflections on the 2020 Lenten Mass Readings
This booklet of reflections related to the Church's daily Lenten Mass Readings for 2020, is a special way to use the Lenten season as a time to renew your relation to Jesus as His disciple. Whether you attend daily Mass or just want to connect more closely to the daily Scriptures,
these thoughtful meditations, prayer starters & "facts about the faith" can be used anytime when you want to take time to reflect and pray.
40 CLUES FOR 40 DAYS A CHILDREN'S ACTIVITY BOOKLET FOR LENT
The Church uses the word mystery to point to the holiest events, prayers, and liturgies of our Catholic faith. Invite children to get ready for the sacred mystery of Easter by finding clues throughout the season of Lent. We combine number puzzles, word games, family fun and prayer to
explore the mysteries of our faith: the rosary, our shared sacramental life—throughout all the days of Lent—the mystery of Easter.
BOTH BOOKLETS AVAILABLE IN THE CENTER ISLE OF THE CHURCH FOR A DONATION OF $1.00 PER BOOKLET
ST. PETER KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
“40 CANS FOR LENT”
The St. Peter Knights of Columbus is again sponsoring
the “40 CANS FOR LENT” program. Each family is encouraged to
donate 40 non-perishable items, one for each of the 40 days of Lent.
The items collected will be donated to our St. Vincent de Paul food
pantry as well as the Diocesan Food Bank. Containers will be
available for collecting items before & after all Masses during Lent.
What to donate? Non-perishable food items, paper towels, toilet
tissue, & other dry goods.
Please do NOT donate perishable items, soda, water, items in
glass jars, opened or expired items.
Monetary donations will be accepted at the parish office (checks
95.87% of goal reached 121 Committed Prayer Partners
39 Anonymous Donors 605 Gifts & Pledges
• Thank you for your continued sacrificial giving and ongoing commitment to our parish restoration and building projects.
• If you have not yet become part of this important and meaningful project, please consider contributing.
Give Now FOR THE GLORY OF God
IN HIS IMAGE Women’s Retreat
One day event to unite & recharge! March 28th; 8:30am – 4:00pm
Holy Savior Menard High School; Alexandria, LA
Are you ready to rekindle your fire with Christ? Join us for ARISE, a one-day Catholic event for women, 21 or older, to unite and recharge our faith! Connect with Jesus through spiritual teachings, community, praise and worship music, with break-out sessions and so much more!
Register online at arise328.eventbrite.com Registration cost: $40.00; Registration deadline: March 14th
"Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you". ~Isaiah 60:1
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN CHALLENGE A generous benefactor has extended a challenge to match funds dollar-for-dollar up to $26,000.00. To qualify the following must be met: † Donation would not include pledges already made and still paying on † Donation does not include general offertory payments † For more info, contact Cindy at the office (896-9408)
ASH WEDNESDAY 2ND COLLECTION
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2020
As a diocese, we will soon participate in the Ash Wednesday collection for Catholic Charities of Acadiana. I believe that you share in our concern for those who are experiencing poverty, hunger, and homelessness in our community. We believe in ensuring that basic human needs are met in our community. We believe that any individual experiencing hunger in our community presents an emergency, one where out faith compels us to respond. with this core belief in mind, Catholic Charities of Acadiana operates St. Joseph Diner and FoodNet Food Bank.
Since 1983, St. Joseph Diner has provided hot meals for those who experience hunger in Acadiana. Just last year alone, the Diner provided 101,837 meals at no cost to those who were experiencing a need. In the same spirit, FoodNet Food Bank has distributed hundreds of thousand of pounds of food to those in need since being founded by Marcelle Citron in 1987. a new program to Catholic Charities of Acadiana, FoodNet Food Bank distributes approximately 300,000 pounds of feel each year. Distributions include staples such as rice, beans, peanut butter, canned vegetables and more. Catholic Charities of Acadiana is currently engaged in expanding FoodNet’s mission to the rural areas of Acadiana where we can provide support to existing food pantries and soup kitchens as they serve those experiencing hunger closest to them. Together we can work to provide for those who are experiencing hunger and care for the sacred gift of all human life, especially the most vulnerable. Please give generously to the Ash Wednesday collection to support Catholic Charities of Acadiana in their mission to provide for those who are experiencing hunger and food insecurity in our community.
Give now at http://give.classy.org/ashwednesday
Because of your generous help in 2019, Catholic Charities of Acadiana, was able to extend the mercy of Christ to so many who were experiencing homelessness, hunger and poverty in our community.
OVER THE PAST YEAR Thank you for continuing to help Catholic Charities of Acadiana care for the sacred gift of all human life, especially the most vulnerable.
“For I was hungry and you gave me food…” Mt 25:35
Your support of the Ash Wednesday second collection makes a significant difference for those who are experiencing hunger in our community. In addition, 25 percent of donations collected
will go directly toward social ministries in each deanery.
402
people were provided with
emergency financial assistance
448
people living on the
street provided showers
& laundry services
198
people moved from
homelessness into
stable housing
$727,813.50
amount distributed
for disaster relief
325
men, women, children and
veterans provided safe shelter
103,0667 meals shared with the hungry
“WALK IN HER SANDALS”
Take a Stroll with WINE and Come
“Walk in Her Sandals” this Lent
What if you could have witnessed the last days of Jesus’ life, from his triumphant Jerusalem entrance to Resurrection Sunday? How would you have been changed? Take a prayerful and creative journey this Lent, and experience Christ’s Passion through the eyes of women. WINE (Women In the New Evangelization) is breaking open the scriptures to help women cultivate the six feminine gifts identified in the writings of St. John Paul II. Join us on Monday, March 2nd as we launch this Lenten study on the final days of Christ as seen through the eyes of women. This WINE book (edited by founder Kelly Wahlquist and ten other leading Catholic writers) creatively blends scripture, imaginative encounters, virtue studies, and prayer to help us Walk in Her Sandals. We will meet in a small group weekly on Monday nights from 7pm – 9pm to share thoughts from the book readings and insights written in our companion journal and study guides. Come prepare your heart for Lent! Text “Walk” to 337.205.3917 or contact Erin Dufour @ 337.534.7909 by Ash Wednesday, February 26th to walk even closer to the heart of Jesus.
Our Chapel also has an URGENT need for substitutes on an as-
needed basis. Call Gloria Matte at 658-3759 to sign up.
URGENT NEEDS: Sunday: 3am, 5am
PRAY FOR A PRIEST EACH DAY
For the week of February 24th – March 1st:
February 24 Rev. Blake Dubroc
February 25 Rev. Wayne Duet
February 26 Rev. Willard Dugas
February 27 Rev. Edward Duhon
February 28 Rev. Jacob DuMont, LC
February 29 Rev. Nicholas DuPré
March 1 Pope Francis
O Jesus, Eternal Priest, keep Thy servants within the shelter of Thy Sacred Heart, where none may harm them. Keep unstained their anointed hands, which daily touch Thy Sacred Body. Keep unsullied their lips, purpled with Thy Precious Blood. Keep pure and unearthly their hearts, sealed with the sublime mark of Thy glorious Priesthood. Let Thy holy love surround them and shield them from the world’s contagion. Bless their labors with abundant fruit and may the souls to whom they minster be here below their joy and consolation, and in Heaven their beautiful & everlasting crown. Amen.
PRAY FOR A SEMINARIAN EACH DAY
For the week of February 24th – March 1st:
February 24 John Dugas
February 25 Tré Fontenot
February 26 Andrew Furka
February 27 David Furka
February 28 Jace Gyles
February 29 Jonathan Harris
March 1 Rev. Kevin Bordelon, Director of Seminarians
O Lord Jesus Christ, great High Priest, I pray that You call many worthy souls to Your holy priesthood. Enlighten the Bishop and Vocation Director in the choice of candidates, the Spiritual Directors in molding them, and the professors in instructing them. Lead the seminarians daily in Your unerring footsteps, so that they may become priests who are models of purity, possessors of wisdom, and heroes of sacrifice. May they be steeped in humility and aflame with love for God and man, apostles of Your glory, and sanctifiers of souls. Mary, Queen of the Clergy, pray for us. Amen.
To help save the life of an unborn baby, it is recommended an individual say the following daily prayer for a period of nine months.
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I love you very much. I beg you to spare the life of [baby’s name] the unborn baby that I have spiritually adopted who is in danger of abortion.”
~ Prayer of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Your Spiritually Adopted Baby’s Development
The baby is a 2-pound bundle of joy. He or she weighs about the same as the quart of milk the mother should drink daily to get her recommended 1,200 mg of calcium. For the first time since baby's eyelids formed, they've opened, revealing bluish-colored eyes. Don't get too attached to the color — it might change in the first few months of life. There isn't much to see inside the uterus, but if you shine a light on mother’s abdomen, the baby might react with a flurry of movement.
AT TWENTY-SIX
WEEKS
FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
1st – 8th grade Faith Formation Class,
for parents and students
Thursday, March 19th at 6:30pm
in the Carencro Catholic School Gym.
All parents must attend.
PRO-LIFE REFLECTIONS
You saw me in the womb… ~Ps 139:15
REFLECTION: Some people think that embryos are too small to be persons with rights. But from the perspective of our faith, we can ask a similar question about the Eucharist. The smallest
particle is the Body of Christ. Is the host too small to be worshiped and adored as our Lord and God?
PRAYER: Lord, help us to realize that value does not depend on size. May our Eucharistic faith lead us to serve the most vulnerable.
BONNE MORT SOCIETY ANNUAL DUES The Bonne Mort Society will be collecting annual dues of $1.00 BEFORE ALL WEEKEND MASSES beginning MARCH 1st THROUGH MARCH 29th. The Bonne Mort Society is dedicated exclusively to prayer for the souls of its members, both living and deceased. The annual membership fee is $1.00 per member or $2.00 per member for a new membership for the first year.
DUES MAY ALSO BE MAILED TO: BONNE MORT SOCIETY, 815 N. MICHAUD ST., CARENCRO, LA 70520.
ST. PETER TENTH ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH ALTAR On March 18th & 19th, our 10th Annual St. Joseph’s Altar will be celebrated in the Parish Hall. The Altar must not incur expenses, so items on the Altar are donated as an act of devotion to St. Joseph. In this special year that has been dedicated to St. Joseph, let’s use this act of devotion to St. Joseph as a Corporal Work of Mercy for
the needy in our community. By doing so, you are sharing blessings with others.
† If you would like to contribute to this special event by preparing something for the Altar, please call 896-9408 and ask for Cindy.
† Monetary donations can be made by using one of the envelopes provided in your pews.
† You may also bring non-perishable food items (canned goods, boxed goods, etc.) to the Altar. These non-perishable items, along with the items on the Altar, will then be shared with the community.
DATES TO REMEMBER: MARCH 7th & 8th and MARCH 14th & 15th: † Candles sold BEFORE Masses
MARCH 10th-18th: † St. Joseph’s Novena
MARCH 17th @ 1:00pm: † Volunteers setting up St. Joseph Altar in parish hall
MARCH 18th @ 8:00am – 12:00noon: † Parish Hall will be open for people to bring items for the Altar
MARCH 18th @ 6:00pm Blessing of Altar & Community Meal † In this year dedicated to St. Joseph, let us thank St. Joseph for all he has done for our individual families and our community. † Join us for complimentary snacks and sandwiches (traditionally, no meat items appear on the Altar) † Pick up the candle you purchased when you come to view the Altar.
MARCH 19th @ 8:00am – 1:00pm: † Join us for complimentary snacks and sandwiches (traditionally, no meat items appear on the Altar) † The Altar will be open for viewing, praying and leaving petitions † Carencro Catholic School students and staff view the Altar
ROSARY FOR PEACE - A Rosary for peace for our country & our soldiers will be prayed every Thursday before 6:30am Mass.
ALTAR FLOWERS
LEFT MAIN ALTAR: In Thanksgiving of many blessings and for our beautiful adoration chapel, the freedom of religion and prayer by The Fruge Family
RIGHT MAIN ALTAR: In Thanksgiving of many blessings and for our beautiful adoration chapel, the freedom of religion and prayer by The Blanchard Family
If you or your family would like to donate flowers for our church after the Lenten Season in memory of your loved ones contact Judy Blanchard at 344-4612. We give thanks for those who have donated flowers for the altars over the years to make our church such a special place to Worship!
IN MEMORIAM CHURCH SANCTUARY LIGHT
Available
CHAPEL CANDLES
RIGHT ALTAR: In memory of Karl Braquet
LEFT ALTAR: In memory of Karl Braquet
SIDE ALTAR: Available
MASS INTENTIONS MONDAY - February 24
6:30AM - Sam & Patsy Cuccio (Her DA); Joe Dominguez (BD); Georgene (BD), Nieces & Nephews, Vanessa (BD); Dennis O’Callaghan; Rhule Pierre Guilbeaux (DA)
TUESDAY - February 25 6:30AM - Aline Mouton (DA); Odette Coussan & Healing & Special Graces for everyone in need; James Mouille & Souls in Purgatory; Aline Mouton (DA); Anita O. Elkins (DA); Corey Wade Cheatwood
WEDNESDAY - February 26 6:30AM - Andrea Beth Lejeune; Living & deceased members of St. Anne Society by St. Anne Society; Jason Louis Vincent, & Living & deceased family members; Dr. Fred Meyer, M/M Ray P. Breaux & M/M Ourelie Landry; John Arnaud, Jr. by Bonne Mort Society 12:05PM-Pro Populo 6:00PM - Ted Thomas Breaux
THURSDAY - February 27 6:30AM - Jan & Luke Coussan & All the Holy Souls in Purgatory; Zachary (BD), Randy, Monica
FRIDAY - February 28 6:30AM - M/M Elmo Guilbeau, Lisa G. Grossie, & Adolph Guilbeau & Family; Joseph Janise & Family, Dale Guidry (DA), & Buddy Jenkins; Judy “JJ” Allen & Living & deceased members of Latiolais & Guilbeau Families; For living & deceased members of the Bonne Mort Society by Bonne Mort Society; Good Health & Successful Work
SATURDAY - February 29 4:00PM - Riolan Coussan & living & deceased members of Coussan Family; Living & deceased members of Melancon, Connolly, & Fontenot Families; Edmond Melancon, Jr. & Dan Maher; E. J. Olivier & Family, M/M George Guilbeaux, & Vianney Benoit; Gary Duet; Leo Dominguez (DA); Larry Duhon; Malcolm Dodge; Allen “Al” Bourgeois, Living & deceased members of Breaux & Bourgeois Family, & Special Intention; Ray Robin; Donald Bernard
SUNDAY - March 1 7:00AM - M/M Richard Truax, & living & deceased members of Truax & McMillan Families; Janet Pitt Stemmans; Pennie & Michael Sibille; Dr. Fred Meyer, M/M Ray P. Breaux & M/M Ourelie Landry; Eldine Miller & Living & deceased members of the Miller & Venable Families; Lucy Arnaud, Pris Fontes, Melinda Devillier; Lula “Petite” Breaux by Bonne Mort Society 10:00AM-Pro Populo 5:30PM - Ted Thomas Breaux; Douglas Johnnie, & Frank & Ella Mae Barker; M/M John Kidder, Ellerine & Sisters; Ray & Nina Melancon; Rita Prejean by St. Ann Society
PARISH FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
In gratitude for our many gifts from God, parishioners and visitors made a joyful offertory to the Lord.
FEBRUARY 16, 2020
OFFERING TOTAL $5,848.00
Building & Maintenance $189.00
Insurance Donations $100.00
On-Live Giving (2/10-2/16) $706.00
A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT SEVENTH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME
In another passage from his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus continues to turn his disciples’ way of thinking upside down. One of the lessons for the Christian steward in today’s Gospel is that if we have a chance to help someone in need, we should be generous and give more than is expected of us. Jesus went “the extra mile” for us. Can we be more like Jesus and “go the extra mile” for others?
ASH WEDNESDAY SPECIAL COLLECTION CATHOLIC CHARITITES OF ACADIANA
As a diocese, we will participate in the Ash Wednesday collection for Catholic Charities of Acadiana. Your
support of this special collection makes a difference for those who are in need of shelter and can assist CCA in helping them regain housing stability. In addition, 25% of donations collected will go directly toward social ministries in each deanery. Together we can work to shelter the homeless and care for the sacred gift of all human life, especially the most vulnerable. Please give generously to the Ash Wednesday collection to support Catholic Charities of Acadiana in their mission to provide safe shelter to people experiencing homelessness in our community. Envelopes for this collection are in your envelope packets and can also be found in your pews.
NAMES OF THOSE SERVING IN THE ARMED FORCES President Donald Trump - Commander in Chief
Michael Baudoin-Marines Christopher Blumrich-Nat’l Guard Cameron Brasseaux-Army Isaiah Breaux-Marines Kylor J. Broussard-Army John-Paul Comeaux-Marines Kyle Comeaux-Marines MSGT Reginald J. Cormier-Air Force Steven Friloux-Navy Thomas Friloux-Nat’l Guard
PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS Almighty and eternal God, those who take refuge in You will be glad and forever will shout for joy. Protect these soldiers as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of Your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of Your love enable them to return home in safety, that with all who love them, they may ever praise You for Your loving care. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Isaac Mayard-Air Force Ryan Mitchell-Air Force Gavin Miller-Navy Brennan Randel-Army Matthew Scott Richard-Nat’l Guard Cody Smith-Nat’l Guard Jacob Stelly-Air Force Lauren Stelly-Army Caleb Trahan-Army Kohl Trahan-Army
CONSIDER ON-LINE GIVING: On-line giving is quick, easy, safe & secure! Simply go to www.sprcc.org & click on the ONLINE GIVING tab at the top of the home page.
PATRIOTIC ROSARY
EVERY MONDAY AT 5:30PM
Please join with fellow parishioners in praying the Patriotic Rosary for peace & the conversion of our country. This beautiful rosary is prayed every Monday evening at 5:30pm in the church. For more info. call Ronald Fontenot at 277-8251.
“Let us live Lent then as a ‘Eucharistic’ time in which, welcoming the love of Jesus, we learn to spread it around us with every word and deed.”
