SAINT PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION
SUNDAY MARCH 20, 2016
MINISTERS OF THE LITURGY
Eucharistic Ministers & Lectors: March 26th: Special Vigil Team March 27th: Team #4
THIS WEEK’S MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday 8:00 AM John McNeill + 11:00 AM Ann De Rosia Karl + 1:00 PM Saint Paul Parish Family Monday 8:00 AM Ray Armistead + Tuesday 8:00 AM NO MASS - Chrism Mass in Raleigh
Wednesday 9:00 AM Mildred & Louis Havens + 6:00 PM Keith Warren + Thursday 8:00 AM Saint Paul Parish Family Friday 8:00 AM NO MASS Saturday 5:00 PM Thomas Leonard +
THIS WEEK’S CANDLE INTENTIONS Catherine White + and John McGunk +
THIS WEEK’S PARISH ACTIVITIES
Sunday 3/20 9:00AM Olive Branch Gift Store Open till 1PM 9:15AM RCIA – FLC2 9:30AM Chancel Choir Practice 9:30AM Faith Formation Classes 10:30AM Chaplet of the Divine Mercy 3:00PM RCIA Trip to Wilmington with Book–Rite of Sending 3:00PM Hispanic Prayer Group – FLC3 3:00PM AAMEN Group – Conference Room 6:00PM VESPERS at OSP 6:00PM Confirmation Classes – Gym 6:00PM Youth Group – Atrium
Monday 3/21 7:00PM Altar Training for Easter Only-Conf Rm
Tuesday 3/22 8:00AM NO Mass - Chrism Mass in Raleigh 11:30AM Life in the Spirit Prayer Group 12:30PM Bunco – FLC3 1:00PM Prayer Shawl Ministry 3:00PM Zumba – FLC3 6:00PM Twin River Volleyball
Wednesday 3/23 9:00AM Olive Branch Gift Store Open till Noon 12:00PM One in the Spirit Prayer Group 5:00PM Medjugorje Prayer Group 5:30PM Reconciliation 6:00PM Mass 6:45PM Liturgy Documents Study with Father Tully - Church 7:00PM Hispanic Choir Practice 7:00PM SPRAA Men’s Basketball
Thursday 3/24 5:00PM HOLY THURSDAY Mass – Oriental 6:30PM AA Big Book Study – FLC2 7:00PM HOLY THURSDAY Mass of the Lord’s Supper and Washing of the Feet 6:00PM Twin River Volleyball
Friday 3/25 12:00PM April 3rd Bulletin Items Due 1:00PM Living Stations of the Cross – Soccer Field 3:00PM Passion of the Lord 6:00PM Passion of the Lord – Oriental
Saturday 3/26 9:00AM Decorating of the Church for Easter 1:45PM Blessing of Food Baskets at the Altar 2:00PM Easter Egg Hunt – Church grounds 8:00PM HOLY SATURDAY Mass
Saturday, April 9, 2016 6:00pm - 12:30am
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
Gourmet dinner & dessert catered by The Flame / Cash Bar
Featuring TrainWreck Entertainment / Black Tie Optional Advance Tickets Only $50 per person
Call Maggy Constandy (626-3462) or Melissa True (269-591-5441) for more information or purchase tickets online at
stpaulcs.org
Thanks so much to the many parish households who have declared their support for the Ministries and great works of mercy, education and evangelization that is supported by the Bishop's Annual Appeal.
YOU can take a stand and be a participant in these works of our Church for the benefit of ourselves and others! YOU can help the Catholic "message" in eastern North Carolina be a message of compassion, outreach and long-term, steady social involvement.
Please, if you have not yet made a pledge to the Bishop's Annual Appeal, act now to be included in our great inter-parish effort to fund ministry in 2016.
If you have already given a gift, but are now able to contribute an additional amount, please pick up one the envelopes in church and increase your giving.
We will not only make our goal, we will exceed it! Every penny over the goal becomes available for the same effort on a parish basis. Do not hesitate to give, or increase your gift.
DECORATING OF THE CHURCH: Holy Saturday, March 26th at 9:00AM Many hands make light work! We may get some cleaning and polishing done, as well.
GALA
NORMS FOR FASTING AND ABSTINENCE
Good Friday, March 25, 2016, is a day of fasting and abstinence.
Fasting is to be observed by all 18 years of age and older, who have not yet celebrated their 60th birthday. On a fast day one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to each one’s needs, but together they
should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids, including milk and juices, are allowed.
Abstinence is observed by all 14 years of age and older. On days of abstinence, no meat is allowed. Note that when health or ability to work would be seriously affected, Church law does not oblige.
When in doubt concerning fast and abstinence, the Parish Priest should be consulted.
All Catholics are encouraged to maintain a Holy Silence during Holy Saturday as well, even to maintaining the Good Friday disciplines as an act of devotion, in anticipation of our Great Feast, Easter
Please join us Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 6:00PM for Palm Sunday Vespers with wonderful food to follow at a
reception. Pray for the legacy and tradition of Catholicism in New Bern and Craven County!
Contact Betty Calabrese for more information or tickets (649-1391)
Active adult Catholics who have never received the Sacrament of Confirmation are welcome to prepare for the
reception of the Sacrament when Bishop Burbidge visits at the end of May.
The preparation program is straightforward and rewarding. The date is fixed (Tuesday, May 24th at 6:30pm).
The requirements for regular communicants are minimal: weekly attendance at Mass, classes on the Sacrament of
Confirmation with prayer and reflection, and going to Confession before May 24th.
Please email DeLesa Conway -- [email protected] -- to register for this Easter time preparation program and
Pentecost celebration of the Sacrament.
We would love to have you!
Please keep this years RCIA Candidates in your prayers as they journey to Easter Vigil and full communion in the church.
Pictured: Shar Maread, Barbara Sleight, Matthew Bonacci, Janet Sesit, Crystal Smith and Katie Van Brunt
GRIEVING GROUP
We would like to share our love and prayer during your time of loss.
Our grieving sessions will be held on April 12th to May 17th (Tuesdays - 6 sessions)
10:00AM to 11:30AM in Saint Joseph Chapel. Facilitator: Sister Monique Dissen, I.H.M. Call Irene
Swanteson, Third Order Dominican to register (638-9306)
Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 2pm school playground
Children and their families from Pre-K to Grade 5
If you can donate eggs and/or candy, please deliver to the decorated bin in the Atrium by Sunday, March 20th
Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
Parents and Supporters of Saint Paul Catholic School,
You will be proud to learn that last weekend, March 4-6, our Parish School was the host for the EIC (Eastern Independent Conference) Basketball Tournament and it was a CLASSIC!
It will take a while to thank everyone involved in pulling out all the stops hosting the EIC Basketball Tournament. But thank you for those who jumped in and made it an enormous success. (I think enormous gets close to how gigantic a success it was).
Whether it was the program (32 pages), the opening ceremonies, (loud and proud), the games themselves, the mass, the dance, concessions, or the championship games on Sunday. Everyone was impressed with the professionalism and hospitality we provided the other 4 schools attending this weekend.
You all did Saint Paul proud this weekend, and I want to thank the crowd now since it will take a while to thank the individuals who made this weekend possible. Special mention should be made of Dan Doban, our Athletic Director and the Tournament Chief!
Go Knights!, Deacon Dave Kierski, School Administrator
Saint Paul
Good Friday, March 25th at 1:00PM Church Grounds
New sound system in English and Spanish Dramatic!
COMPASSION Loving God, you sent Jesus, who reveals your glory, to pay the price for our sins, so that we might share in eternal life. On the night he was betrayed, he remained obedient to your will and, humbling himself, was led to the Cross. Even in the midst of his
arrest, Jesus showed compassion by healing the servant. Show us compassion, O God, when we abandon you. Heal our suffering , which can lead us to deny your majesty. Grant courage to those who are weak and raise up the fallen. Strengthen our love for you so that our hearts and minds may remain focused on
Christ’s Paschal Mystery and forever delight in his triumph over death. Through Christ our Lord. Amen
Today’s Readings: Luke 1928-40; Isaiah 50:4-7; Psalm 22: 17-20, 23-24; Philippians 2:6-11; Luke 22:14-23:56. This Sunday begins the holiest week of our liturgical year. We gather to retell the story of Jesus’ Passion and Death to prepare for the celebration of the Resurrection. Holy Week is a a time to be intentional about prayer so that our hearts can be roused by God’s Word and moved to compassion. During this Lent, we have been asked to die to our sinful ways and turn back to God. Today’s scripture tells the whole story of Jesus’ Passion. We are Called to empty ourselves and totally give of ourselves for the other. Jesus didn’t due because of guilt. His compassion overflowed and his death brought us life. How have you emptied yourself so that others might have life? What do you still need to let go of so you can grow in compassion and share the joy of Christ’s Resurrection? Each time we celebrate the Eucharist, the love of God id poured out and shared with us. That love is shared to help us conform our hearts to Christ’s and therefore sanctify us. Take time to intentionally share His love with every encounter.
THIS WEEK AT HOME Monday, March 21—Isaiah 42:1-7; Psalm 27:1-3, 13-14; John 12:1-11. Does Mary’s anointing of Jesus’ feet help us to see Jesus as the Messiah who will redeem us? Reflect on how the symbol of oil is part of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders. Jesus is our Anointed One! Tuesday, March 22—Isaiah 49:1-6; Psalm 71:1-6, 15,17; John 13:21-33, 36-38. The story of Judas’ betrayal leads us to see that even our small sins are a turning away from Christ. Jesus, the Light to the Nations, is always seeking to heal and reconcile with us. Turn to Him in every temptation and need. Wednesday, March 23—Isaiah 50:4-9; Psalm 69:8-10, 21-22, 31-34; Matthew 26:14-25. The gospel tells us that Judas’ betrayal is necessary to fulfill God’s will. Jesus perseveres; he freely offers himself so that we might be saved. He is the chosen one of Israel, slaughtered like a lamb, triumphant over sin and death! Thursday, March 24—Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14; Psalm 116:12-13, 15-18; 1Coringhians 11:23-26; John 13:1-15. The evening Mass of the Lord’s gives us a mission to serve others and share the Good News. After Mass, spend time adoring Christ at the altar of repose! Friday, March 25—Isaiah 52:13-53; Psalm 31:2, 6, 12-17,25; Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9; John 18:1-19;42. The liturgy asks us to ponder the mystery of Christ’s death and how our lives are connected to it. When Venerating the cross, linger a moment and rejoice that God’s goodness has saved us from death. Saturday, March 26—Genesis 1:1-2,2; Psalm 104:1-2, 5-6, 10-14. 24. 35; etc. Romans 6:3-11; Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23; Luke 24:1-12. Tonight’s liturgy is rich with symbols to tell the story of our faith. This is the holiest night of our church year. We rejoice at Christ’s wondrous victory over death.
Palm Sunday: 5:00 PM - Saturday Vigil Mass
Palm Sunday: Masses: 8:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM (Spanish)
Holy Thursday: 5:00 PM – Mass at Saint Peter the Fisherman 7:00 PM – Mass of The Lord’s Supper/Washing of the Feet
Good Friday: 1:00 PM – Living Stations 3:00 PM – Celebration of The Lord’s Passion 5:00 PM – Mass at Saint Peter the Fisherman
Holy Saturday: 8:00 PM – Vigil Mass
Masses: 8:00 AM
11:00 AM 1:00 PM (Spanish)
At Saint Paul
PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD
March 20, 2016
PARISH STAFF DIRECTORY
NIGHT EMERGENCY CALL: 638-4436
PASTORAL STAFF Father Thomas S Tully, Pastor: 638-1984 [email protected]
Saint Paul School Administrator: Deacon Kierski: 633-0100
MASS OF THE SACRED CHRISM
Bishop Burbidge and all the priests and deacons of the Diocese will gather, as they do each year, in solemn convocation at the Mass of the Sacred Chrism at Saint Michael Catholic Church, Cary, NC on Tuesday of Holy Week, March 22 at 2 pm. Please advise the Parish Office if you can be there. This is Diocesan Liturgy in a gathering at its best!
OLIVE BRANCH STORE AND LENDING LIBRARY A JOYOUS EASTER IT SHALL BE
We have lots of terrific small items to add to your Easter baskets. So, replace some of that candy with a gift or keepsake item! We have
some beautiful Rosaries, mealtime prayer cubes, children’s Bibles and a special table full of things to delight any child. We also have a great selection of First
Communion, Confirmation and RCIA gifts. Come see what’s new! NOTE: We will be closed on Easter Sunday.
Open Sun. 9–1 & Wed. 9–12 in the Family Life Center. All proceeds benefit St. Paul Catholic Church.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY April 3, 2016 at 3:00P.M.
By taking part in the Divine Mercy Sunday devotions, the Church grants a Plenary Indulgence (remission of all temporal punishment due for already forgiven sins) for self or deceased one, under the
usual conditions of sacramental confession, Eucharist and prayers (1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary and 1 Glory Be) for the intentions of the Pope - or be granted to those who before the Blessed Sacrament, exposed,
recite the Our Father and Creed, adding this prayer: “Merciful Jesus, I place my trust in You.”
A Partial Indulgence is granted to anyone , who with a contrite heart, prays this prayer, “Lord Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner.”
Private novenas begin on Good Friday. ( Literature on table in atrium)
Exposition of Blessed Sacrament Chaplet of Divine Mercy Benediction Movie: DIVINE MERCY 101
MOVIE OF THE MONTH
“A Long Way Off” is a modern day story of the Prodigal Son! Jake tries to escape the duties of the family business by leaving home for the big city! Far from the wise words of his father, he thinks he is finally able to live the life he has always wanted, trading traditional values to revel in every temptation money can buy! He soon comes face to face
with the consequences! He learns that sometimes losing everything helps one to realize what one left behind and that his mistakes can never outweigh a father’s forgiveness!!
Join us on Sunday, March 20 at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel.
Citizenship Classes
If you are interested in obtaining U.S. citizenship, please come to a FREE series of classes explaining how to become a citizen and studying the information needed to pass the Citizenship test. The classes will be held at St. Paul School on Monday evenings from 7:00 PM until
8:30 PM. Classes will start on Monday, April 18th and end on June 20th or June 27th (depending on the progress of the group). If you would like to come, please call the Church office at 252-738-1984 to sign up.
