Page 1 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Saint Mark Catholic Church stmarknc.org 14740 Stumptown Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
We, the members of St. Mark Catholic Church, a Faith Community called as one by Christ to serve and witness in His name, seek to celebrate our Faith through service and evangelization
to each other, our families and our community.
Page 2 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
From the Pastor The Book of Daniel, from which our First Reading is drawn, was written some two centuries before the birth of Christ. This is only significant in that many of
the prophets (Daniel is considered one of the major prophets) lived as many as six centuries before Christ. However, regardless of the timeline, we need to be moved by and appreciative of the prophecies we find in the Old Testament. In the particular passage in today’s reading it states, “The one like a Son of Man received dominion, glory, and kingship.” Today, of course, is the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, and this reading very much parallels what is portrayed in the Transfiguration. The interesting point within this reading from Daniel, however, is that it refers to the “Son of Man,” which is the term Jesus Himself used most often to describe Himself. We have referenced this fact previously. In fact, the term “Son of Man” occurs 85 times in the Gospels, and in 83 of them it is Jesus who uses the term. (It appears 32 times in Matthew; 15 times in Mark; 26 times in Luke; and 12 times in John, and it is in John where it is used twice by someone other than Jesus.) The important point for us is that Jesus calling Himself the Son of Man explains that He was born of a woman, and He shares in our earthly conditions and sufferings. That fact should make us want to embrace Him as our Savior, our Friend, and our Shepherd even more.
Pastoral Pondering
Again drawing from the Parish Survey, there seems to be some confusion regarding what the pastor’s vision for the parish is. The Vision Statement was prepared with the collaboration of the Pastoral Council and staff. Hence going through it and offering some brief comments might be beneficial:
The Parish of St. Mark strives to… Be a welcoming, dynamic, and united faith community of intentional disciples.
• Engage volunteers and paid staff to actively encourage and model parish welcoming. This involves re-orienting significant volunteer pools towards a new way of operating.
• The vast majority of parishioners are encountered on the weekend. Hence, this is the best time to engage them and assist them to get connected at St. Mark. For this reason staff members are asked to be present for the “weekend experience” so that they can be more useful and accessible to our parishioners.
• Those that meet and greet from the parking lot to the pew have a unique calling to be the face of the parish. A smile can go a long way.
• Each person has to examine him/herself and ask if the position they are presently serving is right for their temperament. Changing ministries is not a bad thing, and can actually be more fulfilling if you have been in a ministry that you find difficult for some time.
• Such a move requires re-education and evaluation of present structures. The basic idea was put forward that ushers would take care of things from the doors into the church from the narthex. The greeters would take care of the narthex, and the staff would man the welcome Kiosk and help with parish registrations and information. The point is to engage people and help folks to feel welcomed and important.
• You cannot give what you do not have. There are no accidental Christians. We need to be intentional disciples and this requires sacrifice and planning. Intentional discipleship then is an act of love for Jesus and for His bride, the Church. Our mission is to share the common goal of helping every person that walks through the doors of St. Mark parish to come to a better knowledge and friendship with Jesus Christ and to get to heaven.
This is everyone’s responsibility, not a chosen few. If we are to be effective in evangelizing the culture, we have to be authentic in living out the faith.
Blessings,
Page 3 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Remember in Your Prayers Mass Readings Please Pray For
Sean Henderson Aulbree Burris Barry McCaa Matthew Menton
Ryan Reals Eileen Scanlon Janet Scanlon Katie Winters
Please refer to our website at stmarknc.org/prayerchain for additional people in need of prayers.
Mass Intentions Mon, Aug. 7 - St. Sixtus II, Pope & Companions, Martyrs; St. Cajetan, Priest 7 am † Victoria Pisano 9 am † Fiona Dufrain Tue, Aug. 8 - St. Dominic, Priest 7 am Donna Hill 9 am † Stella Kurdyla Wed, Aug. 9 - St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Virgin & Martyr 7 am † Erma Vasquez Therese Davison 6:30 pm † Robert Harris Gaston Caperton Thu, Aug. 10 - St. Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr 7 am Marina Grant 9 am Dufrain Family Fri, Aug. 11 - St. Clare, Virgin 7 am Joanna Solorzano 9 am † Phyllis De Blander 12:30 pm Sarah Carter (Latin Mass) 7 pm Julie Jahn (Spanish Mass) Sat, Aug. 12 - St. Jane Frances de Chantal, Religious 9 am End of Abortion 5 pm † Cesar Orejola Sun, Aug. 13 - Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 am † Robert Turner, Jr. 9 am † Emily Pedicino 11 am † Simon & Maria Royko 1 pm St. Mark Parishioners (Spanish Mass) 5 pm † Patricia Gerstner † deceased
Today’s Readings
First Reading — I saw one like a Son of man coming on the clouds of heaven (Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14).
Psalm — The Lord is king, the most high over all the earth (Psalm 97).
Second Reading — Be attentive to the prophetic message, as to a lamp shining in a dark place (2 Peter 1:16-19).
Gospel — Jesus was transfigured, and his clothes became white as light (Matthew 17:1-9).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
Readings for the Week
Monday: Nm 11:4b-15; Ps 81:12-17; Mt 14:13-21 Tuesday: Nm 12:1-13; Ps 51:3-7, 12-13; Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Wednesday: Nm 13:1-2, 25 — 14:1,
26-29a, 34-35; Ps 106:6-7ab, 13-14, 21-
23; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 Friday: Dt 4:32-40; Ps 77:12-16, 21; Mt 16:24-28 Saturday: Dt 6:4-13; Ps 18:2-4, 47, 51; Mt 17:14-20 Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a; Ps 85:9-14; Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33
Recently Baptized Please welcome our newly Baptized into our Faith Community.
Henry Sullivan Day Luana Keleka Minton Cameron John Frost
Eliel Milan Bocan Tristan Austin Capps
Our Faithful Departed May God’s grace be with the family of our recently deceased:
Billy Sergent husband of Kathy Russell
If you have a family member who is an active duty military member please send their name, rank and branch to Celi Anatrella at [email protected] or 704-948-0231.
Mass at Charlotte Douglas Airport As you make your summer get-away plans, keep in mind that the Airport Chaplaincy at Charlotte Douglas Airport offers a Catholic Mass at 8:30 & 10:30 am plus a non-Eucharistic, Prayer and Scripture service at 9:30 am. All services are held in the airport auditorium above Carolina Barbeque on the upper level of the terminal.
Totally Totally love him, who gave himself totally for your love. —St. Clare
Members In the Service Air Force: Col Nicola Gismondi; Maj Douglas Lincoln; Capt Ryan Loyd;
Army: Sgt Zachary Hands; Spc Katherine Gordon; Capt Laura Hehn, M.D.; Capt Trevor Hehn; Capt. Andrew Nesbitt; Capt Stephen J. Romeo; Kyle Hawk; Josh Wagner
Marines: LCpl Stephen Delellis; Sgt Andrew Sales; Capt. Matthew Santoli
Navy: Ensign Christopher Hack; LCDR Jordan Mayo; Lt Jenna Hehn Quist; Seaman Bradley Venant
Page 4 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Parish Life Women Newcomers, AFTER “After the Boxes” Coffee When: Tue., Aug. 8; 10 am - Noon Where: The Bakery Shoppe, Huntersville
If you’ve been in an “After the Boxes” session and would like to meet the new ladies who have recently finished their session or would like to meet up with some of the “After the Boxes” alumni, please mark your calendars to join us on the second Tuesday of each month. No need to RSVP, just come!
Contact: Mary Ellen 540-229-4505 or Patricia 714-767-3375
Extraordinary Minister of Communion Training When: Mon., Aug. 7; 7 pm Where: St. Mark Church
The Liturgy Commission will be training anyone who is interested in becoming an Extraordinary Minister of Communion. Participation is open to any registered parishioner age 16 and older.
We will explain the procedures involved with distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to our fellow St. Mark parishioners. The training session will last about 1 1/2 hours. Please join us in this wonderful ministry.
Diocesan Support Appeal 2017 – Thank You!
We have met our pledged amount of $251,697 for the DSA 2017. Please continue your monthly commitment so that we can meet our goal by December 2017.
A total of 1,050 of our 5500 families have participated, or about 19%. We are incredibly grateful for the support from our Parish family for this worthy effort! Please note that any overage for DSA will be returned to Saint Mark, and be used toward outreach programs in the Parish.
Men’s Bible Study – The Prophets: Messenger of God’s Mercy When: Most Tue. evenings 7:30 – 9 pm, beginning Sep. 19 Where: Msgr. Kerin Family Center, Room 200/201
Men, now is the time to enrich and learn more about your Catholic faith. This fall the St. Mark Men’s Bible Study Group will be commencing a ten-week study of the Old Testament Prophets, a course produced by Ascension Press. Discover who the prophets were, what their message was, and why they are important to us. Read the words of Hosea, Jonah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel and others as they urge us to repentance, warn us of the dangers of sin, and
announce the blessings of faithfulness. If we consider that God is the Divine Bridegroom and the Church is his Bride, then the prophets can be seen as “spiritual marriage counselors.” Their prophetic words speak to us even today, as they draw us closer to our heavenly Bridegroom, and show us how to share Him with others. There will be a registration fee of approximately $33 to cover the cost of the course and workbook. Please register by Sept. 3.
Registration & information: Ray FitzGerald [email protected] or 704-992-1702
2017 Ireland of Your Dreams Raffle Tickets Have you ever been to Ireland? Have you been there lately? Take a step off the beaten path and watch your cares melt away as you experience the vibrant, breathtaking and diverse landscape of this small island with such a wonderful and storied history.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians, an Irish Catholic fraternal organization, will be selling raffle tickets after all Masses on Aug. 12-13 and on Sept. 10. The winner will receive a seven-day trip for two to Ireland, including airfare from Charlotte to Ireland, car rental and six nights Bed & Breakfast accommodations. Tickets are priced at $25 and the drawing will take place at Killington’s Pub in Huntersville on Sept. 16.
The proceeds from ticket sales are used to fund the various charities, educational scholarships and seminarian support which have been adopted by the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
For more information and ticket sales, contact Frank Fay, 704-948-8093, [email protected].
Page 5 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Parish Life Women of Joy Prayer Group and Scripture Study - Fall 2017
Thursday Morning Study Sept. 7 – Dec. 7; 10 am – 12:30 pm Msgr. Kerin Family Center
Come and be transformed by Sr. Gertrude Gillette’s Study on Humility. Her lecture is based on the work of Dom Bernard Bonowitz OCSO, entitled Saint Bernard’s Three Course Banquet: Humility, Charity and Contemplation in the De Gradibus (Monastic Wisdom Series, Liturgical Press).This book was originally conceived for monks and nuns who had completed their novitiate, but had not yet made their solemn vows. By partaking in this study, we will enjoy one of the purest sources of the Monastic Tradition, which at that depth becomes one with the Gospel itself. There is a non-refundable cost of $40.00 for the Study, not including the book. Affordable babysitting is available for preschool age and younger.
Contact: Cindy Brown, 704-491-3945 Thursday Evening Study Sept. 14 – Dec. 7; 7 – 9 pm Msgr. Kerin Family Center
The evening study is entitled “Who am I to Judge?” By Dr. Edward Sri (Ignatius Press). Pope Francis calls relativism the “spiritual poverty of our times.” This study brings clarity and gives us an important key to responding to relativism effectively through a Catholic moral worldview. There is a non-refundable cost of $25 for the Study.
Contact: Jennifer Creter, 980-253-0882 Registration and additional information for both studies can be found on the St. Mark website at stmarknc.org/WOJ. New members are always welcome!
Third Order Lay Carmelite Formation Class Starting this September Do you have a desire to live out your Baptismal promises more deeply? Do you have a special devotion to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and other Carmelite Saints? Do you feel drawn to Carmelite Spirituality and want to learn more about the Carmelite way? If you answered yes to any of these questions, are a practicing Catholic in good standing, are 18 or older and would like to join our new formation class beginning this September please contact Donna Fodale T.O.C. Director of Our Lady Star of the Sea Lay Carmelite Community at 704-574-9403 or email [email protected].
Missionaries of the Poor (MOP) School Supply Drive Each year before the new school year begins, the MOP of Monroe helps families with school-aged children in dire need of school supplies. There are 50-60 such children this year.
Please help with our School Supply Drive on August 1-15, 2017. Items can be placed in the Narthex bin. Items needed include: Marble composition notebooks, No. 2 pencils, pens (black, blue and red ink), highlighters, soft pouch pencil cases, crayons, colored markers, colored pencils, pocket folders, 3-prong pocket folders, wide-ruled notebook paper, 2 inch binders, 1 ½ inch binders, 5-tab dividers, 3x3 sticky notes, glue sticks and backpacks.
Preschool Openings Our Preschool Program has openings in our four-year-old classes. Please contact our Preschool Director, Amanda Rametta at 704-948-8015 or [email protected] to Register. More details can be found on our website at www.stmarknc.org/Preschool.
SING YOUR SONG Alas for those who never sing, but die with their music within them. —Oliver Wendell Holmes
Page 6 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Respect Life Supreme Court Prayer Against Abortion
Heavenly father, please free our land from the evil of abortion. Guide our lawmakers, especially our Supreme Court Justices, to reach decisions that uphold the sanctity of life from conception to natural death. Help them to rethink positions taken in the past that offend You and grant them the wisdom to rule in favor of the unborn. Lead them in right judgment to uphold truth and justice for all and grant them a peaceful rest with You when their struggles in this life shall cease. Amen.
Quarterly Respect Life Mass & Rosary Vigil When: Sat., Aug. 12 Where: St. Mark Catholic Church followed by Latrobe Abortion Clinic
The Respect Life Ministry invites you to come pray for the end of abortion and for abortion-minded women to choose life. Please join us for St. Mark's quarterly Respect Life Mass, immediately followed by a peaceful Rosary Procession & Vigil down to the Latrobe abortion clinic in Charlotte (3220 Latrobe Drive, Charlotte, NC). We will be returning to St. Mark around 11:30 am.
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you…” Jeremiah 1:5
Contact: Mike FitzGerald, [email protected]
Respect Life Annual Conference
When: Sat., September 16; 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Where: St. Barnabas Catholic Church, Arden, NC
The Annual Respect Life Conference for the Diocese of Charlotte will be taking place on Saturday September 16, 2017 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm at St. Barnabas Catholic Church in Arden, NC. The conference will include a variety of speakers and workshops on many Respect Life issues - from legislative tutorials to end of life ethics to post abortion healing and human trafficking issues. All Pro-Life Advocates are welcome.
Contact: Jessica Grabowski, [email protected], 910-585-2460 ccdoc.org/respectlife
Like the Good Samaritan, may we always treat each person with merciful love and respect that affirms the gift of his or her life.
“Moved by Mercy”, USCCB
Page 7 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Alzheimer’s Respite Ministry When: Every Monday; 1-4 pm Where: Family Center; Room 200
The Young at Heart Alzheimer’s Respite Ministry at St. Mark is for individuals with early to moderate Alzheimer’s. Our dedicated volunteers will fill the need for prayer, friendship and socialization, realizing that meaningful relationships remain possible through all stages of Alzheimer’s. The ministry is free, but registration is required.
Contact: Janet Urban, [email protected], 704-948-3558 or Susan Liuzzo, [email protected], 980-722-8900
Knights of Columbus
Monthly Business Meeting When: Mon., Aug. 7; 7 pm Where: Msgr. Joseph A. Kerin Family
Center, Room 200-201
Your new Council polo shirts can be picked up at this important meeting to discuss the Feast of the Assumption Mass, Procession and Reception, as well as other old and new business.
Monday Night Football Tickets All 800 hard copy books are sold out for this year. If you missed getting yours, contact Ray Marr [email protected] or phone 704-904-3839 and he will email an electronic copy, which is just as good as the hard copies to you.
Congratulations Welcome new Knights to our Council:
Kenneth Kourth from Texas Charlie Murphy, son of Brother
Knight Deacon Bob Murphy Rev. Noah Carter, our new
Parochial Vicar, a 3rd Degree Knight
Third Degree Ceremony When: Sat., Aug. 12 Where: St. Luke’s Parish, 13700 Lawyers Rd. (I-485, exit 47)
Candidates should be there between 11 and 11:30 am. The ceremony will be followed by a light meal and should be finished by 3 pm.
Fourth Degree Exemplification When: Sat., Aug. 26 Where: St. Eugene RC Church, 72 Culvern St. Ashville Details can be found on The State Website, kofcnc.org/4thdegree or contact Ray FitzGerald, Vince Famularo or Stephen A. Romeo for further details and/or help in completing your application.
Young at Heart Date and Time Event Location
Mon & Wed, 1:30 pm SilverSneakers Hall
Mon, 1 pm Alzheimer’s Respite Ministry Rms 200,201
Fri, 12:30 pm SilverSneakers Hall
Sat, 10 am Tai Chi SMS Cafeteria
1st Mon, 6:30 pm Alzheimer’s Caregiver & Support Rm 203
2nd & 4th Tue, 10 am Prayer Shawl Ministry Hall
2nd & 4th Tue, 12:30 pm Shufflers Rm 202
3rd Tue, 1 pm Tripoley Rm 202 Transportation Ministry We are currently looking for volunteers to be a part of our NEW Transportation Ministry. Volunteers would use their own cars to occasionally drive parishioners to St. Mark Church for Mass and home. Safe Environment requirements must be completed as well to participate. For more information, please call Kathy Pfeffer at 704-609-9783 or email [email protected]
Recurring Events Contact: Leanne Vaccaro, [email protected], 704-948-0231, Ext. 107
Page 8 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
The St. Mark Prayer Chain Ministry Needs You! When: Anytime Where: Anywhere, including the comfort of your own home!
If you can pray for others and wish to become a St. Mark Prayer Warrior, please join the St. Mark Prayer Chain Ministry. If you need prayers (and who doesn’t?), go to stmarknc.org/prayerchain and from the list of items, click “prayer requests,” and enter your request. This is a great Ministry you can participate in from the comfort of your own home or if you are homebound for any reason. Please join us – there is tremendous power in prayer! To become a member of the prayer team, please email Donna Fodale at [email protected].
Page 9 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Life Teen Other Opportunities
Catholic Writers Guild
Are you a writer? The NC Chapter of the Catholic Writers Guild will meet at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church’s Parish Life Center at 2203 West Market St, Greensboro, NC 27403, at noon on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Please come! Lunch will be served, so come with an appetite! You do not need to be a published author to join our group; just a Catholic, with a love for writing, is all that is required! Our keynote speakers will be Annie Ferguson and Peter Arsenault, speaking about Freelance Writing. For more info, contact Ginny Lieto, at [email protected].
Thinking about Separation or Divorce?
Is your marriage or that of a relative or friend heading for divorce? Do you feel helpless to do anything about it? Retrouvaille is designed to help troubled marriages regain their health by helping spouses rediscover the love, trust and commitment that originally brought them together. The program is highly successful in saving hurting marriages, even bringing reconciliation to couples who have already separated or divorced. For confidential information or to apply to attend the program beginning with a weekend on September 22, 2017 call 800-470-2230 or email: [email protected] or visit the web site at retrouvaille.org.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” Improve your listening skills by participating in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend with your spouse The next weekends are: Nov 10-12 in Atlantic Beach, NC and Oct. 13-15 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Early sign up is recommended. For more information visit our website at: NCMarriageDiscovery.org or contact us at [email protected] or 704-315-2144.
Community Outreach Missionaries of the Poor - Monroe, Workday When: Sept. 23, 9:30 am - 1 pm Where: 1403 Griffith Road, Monroe, NC
Please consider donating food items and/or serving down at MOP-Monroe. See the sign up genius at the St. Mark website for detailed information or follow this link: signupgenius.com/go/10c0d45acaa2faa8-missionaries. Thank you for considering this service opportunity.
SAVE THE DATE: Room At The Inn 18th Annual Benefit Banquet will be on Thursday, October 5 featuring speaker Jeanne Mancini.
We are currently looking for people interested in hosting a table or sponsoring the event. If you are interested, please contact Marianne Donadio 336- 391-6299 [email protected] or go to www.RoomInn.org.
Page 10 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Anuncios Semanales del Ministerio Hispano ¡Bienvenidos!
Le damos la bienvenida a la Comunidad Católica de San Marcos a todos los que estén recién llegados a esta área y que estén empezando asistir a nuestra parroquia. Nos alegra que ahora sean parte de nuestra familia parroquial. Por favor tómense unos momentos para pasar por la recepción de la parroquia y registrarse para que así puedan contar con todos los beneficios de estar oficialmente registrados en nuestra parroquia. Los invitamos para que se presenten a nuestros sacerdotes al salir de la Misa. Si desean servir en algún ministerio de liturgia, por favor comunicarse con el coordinador del ministerio en el cual desea servir. Nuestra comunidad está en constante crecimiento y necesitamos de sus dones y talentos. ¡Una vez más, bienvenidos!
Información en Español
Para cualquier información en español, por favor comunicarse con Rosa Jiménez al 704-948-0231 ext. 117 o enviar un correo electrónico a: [email protected].
Horario De Misas Misa Diaria: Lunes, Martes, Jueves y Viernes: 7 am y 9 am Viernes: 7 pm Español Miércoles: 7 am y 6:30 pm Sábados: 9 am Sábado: 5 pm Domingo: 7:30, 9, 11 am 1 pm Español 5 pm Misa de jóvenes
Sacramentos
Bautizos: Los padres deben ser feligreses de San Marcos. Los padrinos si son una pareja deben ser católicos practicantes y estar casados por la iglesia. Si no son pareja, deben ser católicos practicantes y tener todos los sacramentos hasta la confirmación. Los padrinos No pueden estar viviendo en unión libre ni estar casados solo por el civil. Los padrinos que no sean de San Marcos deben traer una carta de referencia de la parroquia a la que asisten. Papás y padrinos deben tomar las clases pre-bautismales. Las clases son el segundo sábado del mes de 10am-12pm y el bautizo se celebra el segundo domingo del mes. Si tienen alguna situación en particular, para más información o para registrarse para la clase, por favor ir a la oficina y hablar con Rosa Jimenez. Matrimonio: Por favor contactar a Rosa Jimenez para hacer cita al menos 6 meses antes de la fecha fijada. Por favor no hacer invitaciones ni reservar salón hasta que la fecha sea confirmada en la oficina con el sacerdote que celebrara la boda. Visitas a los enfermos: Tenemos un grupo de personas que visitan con regularidad a los enfermos. Por favor contactar a Rosa Jimenez para dar los datos del enfermo que está pidiendo la visita o comuníquese con Andrea Solórzano al 704-724-0602
Quinceañeras: Tenemos nuevas normas para la celebración de quinceañeras. Por favor comunicarse con Rosa Jimenez para hacer cita para la primera entrevista al menos 9 meses antes de la fecha del cumpleaños.
Presentaciones: Se hacen el cuarto domingo de cada mes. Por favor llamar a la oficina para dar el nombre del bebe que va a ser presentado.
Page 11 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Anuncios Semanales del Ministerio Hispano ¡Oh Corazón de María!, el más amable y compasivo de los corazones después del de Jesús, Trono de las misericordias divinas en favor de los miserables pecadores; yo, reconociéndome sumamente necesitado, acudo a ti a quien el Señor ha puesto todo el tesoro de sus bondades con plenísima seguridad de ser por ti socorrido. Tu eres mi refugio. mi amparo, mi esperanza; por esto te digo y te diré en todos mis apuros y peligros: ¡Oh dulce Corazón de María, se la salvación mía! Cuando la enfermedad me aflija, o me oprima la tristeza, o la espina de la tribulación llegue a mi alma, ¡Oh Corazón de María, se la salvación mía! Cuando el mundo, el demonio y mis propias pasiones coaligadas para mi eterna perdición me persigan con sus tentaciones y quieran hacerme perder el tesoro de la divina gracia, ¡Oh Corazón de María, se la salvación mía! En la hora de mi muerte, en aquel momento espantoso de que depende mi eternidad, cuando se aumenten las angustias de mi alma y los ataques de mis enemigos, ¡Oh dulce Corazón de María, se la salvación mía. Y cuando mi alma pecadora se presente ante el tribunal de
Jesucristo para rendirle cuenta de toda su vida, ven a defenderla y a ampararla. y entonces; ahora y siempre, ¡Oh dulce Corazón de María, se la salvación mía! Estas gracias espero alcanzar de ti, Oh Corazón amantísimo de mi Madre a fin de que pueda verte y gozar de Dios en tu compañía por toda la eternidad en el cielo. Amén.
Misioneros de los Pobres –Campaña de donación de útiles escolares Iglesia de San Marcos 5 al 13 de agosto, 2017 Necesitamos de su ayuda. Todos los años, antes que el año escolar se inicie, ayudamos con útiles escolares a familias que tienen situaciones económicas difíciles y que tienen niños asistiendo a la escuela.
Necesitamos colectar: cuadernos “marble composition”, lápices #2, lapiceros (negro/azul/rojo), resaltadores, bolsas de tela para guardar lápices, crayolas, colores, carpetas con bolsillos, (rojo/azul), carpetas de tres anillos, partidores de 5 materias, post-it notes de 3x3, barritas de pegante o goma, maletas o morrales para libros. Por favor dejen sus donaciones en los contenedores que están a la entrada de la iglesia. ¡Gracias!
Page 12 stmarknc.org 704-948-0231
Mass Schedule
Sun. Masses Sat.: 5 pm Sun.: 7:30 am 9 am* (Signed for the hearing impaired) 11 am* 1 pm (Spanish) 5 pm (Life Teen Mass) * Nursery available during the 9 am and 11 am Sun. Masses. Nursery for Exceptional Children is available during the 9 am Sun. Mass. (Registration is required.)
Spanish: Misa en Español cada Domingo a la 1 pm y cada viernes a las 7 pm Daily Masses Mon., Tue., Thur., Fri., 7 and 9 am Wed., 7 am and 6:30 pm; Sat., 9 am Fri., 12:30 pm Latin Mass; 7 pm Spanish Holy Days: Vigil 7 pm before feast day, 7 am, 9 am, 7 pm on the feast day Live and archived streams of Masses are available via stmarknc.org. (Liturgy > Watch Mass Live)
Confessions Daily: (45 minutes prior to Mass, ending 15 minutes prior to Mass) 6:15—6:45 am and 8:15—8:45 am Wed.: 6—7:30 pm Fri.: 11:45 am—12:15 pm; 6:15-6:45 pm Sat.: 3—5 pm Sun.: 6:45—7:15 am, 8:15—8:45 am, 10:15—10:45 am, 12:15—12:45 pm (Spanish), 4:15—4:45 pm
Rosary Tue.: 7—7:30 pm (Church) Sat.: Immediately preceding 5 pm Vigil Mass (Church) Sun.: Immediately preceding 7:30 am Mass (Church)
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration In the Monsignor Bellow Adoration Chapel in the Family Center. For more information email [email protected].
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena Immediately following the Wed. 6:30 pm Mass
Legion of Mary Prayer and Rosary Immediately following the Fri. 9 am Mass; Legion of Mary meets Thursday evenings at 7 pm, Family Center, Room 120. Contact: Richard Flanigan, 980-275-0456, [email protected]
Hospitalization If you or your loved one are in an area hospital, call the Parish Office to reach one of the Priests. The Priests offer Confession, bring the Holy Eucharist to you or administer the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.
Baptisms & Weddings The use of the Church for Baptisms, Weddings and other Sacramental events is available to active parishioners. Contact the Parish Office. (Please note that weddings and baptisms cannot be celebrated during Lent.)
St. Mark Parish Directory stmarknc.org14740 Stumptown Rd, Huntersville NC 28078
Parish Office | Mon-Fri, 9 am-4:30 pm Phone: 704-948-0231; Fax: 704-948-8018
Pastor Very Rev. John T. Putnam, JV
Parochial Vicars Rev. Brian Becker Rev. Noah Carter
Deacons Rev. Mr. Richard McCarron Rev. Mr. Thomas McGahey Rev. Mr. Robert Murphy Rev. Mr. Louis Pais Rev. Dr. Ronald Sherwood
Director of Parish Operations Scott Bruno [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 118
Sacristan Henry Hoyt [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 211
Administrative Assistant Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals Tricia McCaa [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 102
Safe Environment Coordinator Young at Heart Ministry Coordinator Leanne Vaccaro [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 107
Finance Director Florence Moore [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 116
Director of Stewardship Beth Zuhosky [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 136
Music Ministry Director Laura Maclean [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 106
Calendar Management Hispanic Ministry Coordinator Rosa Jimenez [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 117
Annulments Rev. Mr. Louis Pais [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 113
Director of Religious Education Michael Griffith [email protected] 704-948-1306, Ext. 104
Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation Faye Nye [email protected] 704-948-1306, Ext. 115
Confirmation Coordinator Theresa Benson [email protected] 704-948-1306, Ext. 138
Coordinator of Faith Formation Sonnet Bonelli [email protected] 704-948-1306, Ext. 111
High School Ministry Coordinator Sarah Rider [email protected] 704-948-0231, Ext. 105
Preschool Director Amanda Rametta [email protected] 704-948-8015
Preschool Administrative Assistant Emily Bixler [email protected] 704-948-8015
Deaf Ministry Mary Sumeracki [email protected] 704-576-0675
Al-Anon Lisa 704-651-1065
Alcoholics Anonymous Tom 704-604-7739
Bulletin Team [email protected]
Crisis Pregnancy Help Charlotte Center for Women (Catholic): 704-401-9320 Catholic Charities: 704-370-3262 Birthright: 1-800-550-4900
Natural Family Planning Joe and Kathy Hack Teaching Couple #1947; 704-548-1834; [email protected] | ccli.org
Post Abortion: 1-800-5-WE CARE Be Not Afraid: benotafraid.net
11907 Sam Roper Drive, Charlotte, NC 28269
Jim Engel, CEO & PRESIDENTParishionerBank Near. Go Far.704-439-4343
Now with 7 locationsto serve you!
CorneliusDavidson
MooresvilleHuntersville
SouthPark
Aquesta Is Lake Norman’sCommunity Bank!
www.aquesta.com
Catherine G. Reimels, DDS, FAGDMichael O. Reimels, DDS, FAGD, FICOI
Matthew R. Miller, DDS
13605 Reese Blvd. West • Huntersville, NC 28078 • 704-948-1111www.ReimelsDentistry.com
St. MarkParishioners
Appointments available in days, not weeks!Jose Peña, M.D. • Jean Kois, M.D.
SPECIALIZING IN:• Full service dermatology • Mohs surgery
• Skin cancer specialists9604 Holly Point Drive • Huntersville, NC704-316-5070 www.northlakedermatology.org
From the WLP Vault comes the Bible Story of Christmas featuring
8 Classic Christmas Carols and a reading of the Gospel of Luke 2: 4-20
by Bing Crosby! Also available on vinyl.
Visit WLPmusic.com to purchase your copy - CD $10.00
800-566-6150 Photo Courtesy of Bing Crosby Enterprises
2910 Mt. HollyHuntersville Rd.
704.392.6750edible.com
SUMMERFRUITS
BACK!
ARE
961424 St Mark Church (D) www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-432-3240
STACY S. SCHMITT, DDS10616 METROMONT PKWY.
SUITE 200
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
PHONE 704.597.2570www.NorthlakeDentistry.com
SE HABLA ESPAÑOL
ST. MARK PARISHIONER
KEN E. WOOD, MD BEN J. GARRIDO, MDPARISHIONER
170 MEDICAL PARK RD. SUITE 102, MOORESVILLE, NC 28117TEL 704 660 4750 FAX 704 660 4751
WWW.LAKENORMANORTHOPEDICSPINE.COM
SE HABLA ESPAÑOL
Complete automotive repairFree courtesy inspectionFree local shuttle service
Service all makes and modelsLocally owned and operated
Nice difference.®Steve Genenbacher, Owner
St. Mark [email protected]
(704) 727-0808www.ChristianBrothersAuto.com
16618 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Standing on the Rock CD by James Wahl
FUN AND FAITH-FILLED MUSICfor little ones, with 10 songs based onBible stories and the teachings of Jesus.
This is a new music collection for preschoolchildren and those who are in early grade school.
$17.00 + S&H
800-566-6150 • www.wlp.jspaluch.com/14028.htm
For Information ... Call800.432.3240
www.jspaluch.com
Grow Your Business,Advertise Here.
Support Your Church & Bulletin.Free professional ad design & my help!
email: [email protected]
GREAT COVERAGE - 97% of all households attending church take at least onechurch bulletin home every Sunday. GREAT VALUE - 70% of all households are aware of and look at the advertising inthe church bulletin and 68% of households surveyed when making a choice betweenbusinesses are inclined to choose the one who advertised in the church bulletin.
Learn More About Advertising In Your Parish BulletinCall us at 1-800-432-3240
Email: [email protected]
IN YOUR LOCALCHURCH BULLETIN?WHY ADVERTISE
SERVING THE LAKE NORMAN AREA
SINCE 1984WISDOM TEETH | IV SEDATION
DENTAL IMPLANTS | JAW SURGERY
Patrick J. Coleman, DMDMichael J. Coleman, DDS
Parishioner
CAROLINAOMS.COM
704-892-1198
Cortes Home ServicesJuan Cortes - Parishioner
704-937-5033 [email protected] Call Gets It All
Electrical • Cleaning Gutter • PaverLandscaping • Trimming • Pine Needle • Mulch • And More!
$29.95/Mo. billed quarterly
• One Free Month• No Long-Term Contract• Price Guarantee• Easy Self Installation
Call Today! Toll Free 1.877.801.8608
Medical Alert System
704 895-9844Debbie Ruthenberg
Owner & ParishionerFREE HAIRCUT WITH COLOR SERVICE.
FIRST TIME VISIT!CUTS • COLOR • HIGHLIGHTS • WAXING
EYELASH EXTENSIONS • SMOOTHING SYSTEM20035 Jetton Rd. #C, Cornelius
COMPLETE OUTDOOR SERVICESMARK SHIELDSParishioner of St. Mark
CONCRETE SPECIALIST5 STAR RATING HOME ADVISOR
• HARDSCAPES •
• Grading • Retaining Walls • Footers - Pavers• Outdoor Kitchens • Bobcat Work - Demolition
Residential & Commercial(704) 200-5340 • www.MBJinc.net
10% OFF COMPLETE JOB for All Parishioners
FREEESTIMATES
Parishioner
Tammy PolerREALTOR®
(704)430-8891 Mobile(704)892-5518 [email protected]
www.TammyPoler.kw.com
19721 Bethel Church Rd.Cornelius, NC 28031Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
961424 St Mark Church (C) www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-432-3240
If You Live Alone You Need LIFEWatch!24 Hour Protection at HOME and AWAY!
✔Ambulance✔Police ✔Fire✔Friends/Family
CALLNOW! 800.393.9954
FREE Shipping • FREE ActivationNO Long Term ContractsSPECIAL OFFER: FREE LIFEWatchShoppers Tote with your order
Solutions as Low as$1a Day!
www.NorthlakeMemorial .com11001 ALEXANDERANA ROAD • HUNTERSVILLE
To better serve our community, your local family owned funeral home now owns and operates the areasonly non-Church related cemetery, NorthLake Memorial Gardens. NorthLake is a 30 acre cemetery in a
secluded setting that includes the only consecrated Catholic grounds in the Lake Norman area.With grave space starting at less than $1,000.00 we are also one of the areas most affordable cemeteries.
The cemetery includes a columbarium and cremation gardens for families who choose cremation.As Lake Norman’s only funeral home and cemetery combination, we will be able to serve your family with thehigh quality service you have come to know, from the first call to caring for the grave space for years to come.
Feel free to call 704.584.9004 for more information.
“Our Family Serving Yours Since 1963”
We Service & Repair All Makes & ModelsWe will provide a complete 28 point inspection on your vehicle.
You will receive an honest & fair estimate for all repairs before they are made.Free “No Hassle” Shuttle Service
24mo/24k Written National WarrantyHuntersville Davidson
Market Square Shopping Ctr Exit 30 (Beside Publix) (Beside Harris Teeter)
9745 Rose Commons Dr 179 Davidson Gateway Dr704-875-0239 980-231-5100
$10 OFF ANY SERVICEwith this ad
Come Sail Away on a 7-nightCatholic Exotic Cruise starting
as low as $1045 per couple
Brian or Sally, coordinators860.399.1785
an OfficialTravel Agencyof Apostleshipof the Sea-USA
CST 2117990-70
4BD/4Bath Villain Ocean Isle Beach, NC
Visit www.vrbo.com and
reference listing number 1065812
to book Antolini's Family Funcation.
(Tom and Kim Antolini - Parishioners)
The Most CompleteOnline National
Directory ofCatholic ParishesCheck It Out Today!
13801 Reese Boulevard West, Suite 110 • Huntersville, NC 28078
[email protected] WWW.MMBRENNANLAW.COM
Brennan Law Firm, PLLC
704-896-6441
Simple Solutions for Complex Problems
Martin M. Brennan, Jr.,JD, CPA
St. Mark Parishioner
Licensed in North Carolina & Virginia
• Trusts & EstatesWills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney,Probate, Estate Administration
• Tax/Benefit PlansTax Planning, IRS RepresentationEmployee Benefit Plans
• Corporations & LLCsBusiness FormationsMergers & AcquisitionsBusiness Succession Planning
ELZA SPAEDY, Realtor®
MIKE HEGE, MRE, Realtor®
LISA O'CONNOR, MEd, Realtor®
TAMI HEGE, MS, Realtor®
www.PridemoreProperties.comSmart Realtors®, Exceptional Service, St. Mark Parishioners
PRIDEMOREP R O P E R T I E S
DiagnosticTiresBrakesAlignmentTune-upQuick-lubeMufflersA/C ServiceBatteriesNC Inspections
JIM NEITZKE, Parishioner411 South Old Statesville Rd.
Huntersville, NC 28078(704) 875-1095
961424 St Mark Church (B) www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-432-3240
FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATEDwww.raymerfh.com
FUNERAL HOME ANDCREMATION SERVICES
We are proud to be a part of theLake Norman Community and are here to guide and comfort those who have lost a loved one.
704-892-9669 On Site Crematory16901 Old Statesville Road • Huntersville, NC 28078
John D., Claudia andJonathan Kepner
Alina M. Bohn - Parishioner980.292.1017 / [email protected]
• Accounting Solutions / Advice• Personal & Small Business Accounting• Tax Professional ¡Hablo Español!
LET US HELP YOU TRANSFORM YOUR WINDOWS!
Blinds • Shades • Shutters • Soft Treatments • & MoreName Brands For Less Free In-Home Estimates
Professional Installation
www.MITSLakeNorman.com
Locally Owned by Roxane & Todd Papora, 704.620.1869St. Mark Parishioners
Thank you for advertising in our church bulletin.I am patronizing your business because of it!
Please Cut Out This “Thank You Ad” and Present It The Next Time You Patronize One of Our Advertisers✂
Bill FitzpatrickOwner/St. Mark Parishioner
Quality products and superior customer service since 2000
• Plantation Shutters• Blinds & Shades• Custom closet organization system
(704) 947-9822 www.cwcsouth.com
RETIRED Church Financial Secretary
16 Years Hospice VolunteerOffering Part-Time
Companionship to the ElderlyAnne Lewis - Parishioner
Contact Me At 704-391-8868
Steven M. White, DDS, PAParishioner
Brad S. Haines, DDS, PA
General & CosmeticDentistry
9725 Caldwell Commons CircleCornelius, North Caroline 28031
www.drswhiteandhaines.com
(704) 896-9535advanced dentistry
Offering veterinary services in the comfort of your own home!
Dr. Brent Crutchfield, DVM Parishioner• PHYSICAL EXAMS • VACCINATIONS • BLOODWORK
• ACUPUNCTURE • SICK & WELLNESS VISITS• DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUNDS • LUMPS
• MICROCHIPS • DEWORMING • URINARY INFECTIONS
704-620-0078 • www.crutchfieldvet.com
Mobile
Wojtek LachowskiBroker/Realtor/Parishioner19721 Bethel Church RoadCornelius, NC 28031p. [email protected]
961424 St Mark Church (A)
YOUR TRUSTEDSITTER IS HERE!Let us match your family with the perfect sitter.
Join for free today!877-594-5530
www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-432-3240
Floral Arrangements - Weddings - Loose Wrap BouquetsHome Decor - In-Home Decorating
704-892-796020017 N. Main St. Cornelius, NC 28031
www.blumengartenllc.com Parishioners
Saint MargaretSunday MissalAn ideal companionfor personal prayer.
In Stock & Ready to Order Today.CALL OR ORDER ONLINE. $39.95
800-566-6150 • www.wlpmusic.com
460 S. Main Street • Davidson, NC 28036(704) 896-5850 • www.drdenniscoleman.com
PARISHIONERS
Michael Stapleton, Realtor® Mary Stapleton, ParishionerC: (704) 641-3263Email: [email protected] W. Calawba Ave., Suite 104, Cornelius, NC 28031
Huntersville704-766-0049
www.3wayplumbing.com
“We’re The Good Guys Your Friends Told You About®”
• 100% satisfaction Guaranteed• Straightforward Pricing• Technician Seal of Safety
• Precise Appt Windows• Sat Appt’s Available• Drug-Free Plumbing Specialists
Dr. Brian P. McNultyDr. Luis L. Dancausse
3014 Baucom Rd., #200Charlotte 28269
704-596-3186Gentle Dentistry with a Caring Touch
New Patients Welcome
