SAINT PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 19, 2017 3005 Country Club Road New Bern, NC 28562 www.spccnb.org (252) 638-1984 Office: M-F 8:30-4:00pm Saint Paul Catholic School (252) 633-0100 Saint Peter the Fisherman Mission Parish in Oriental (252) 249-3687 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00 pm Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 am, 11:00 am 1:00 pm (Misa en Español) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday . . . . . . 8:00 am Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:00 am 6:00 pm Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 am at Old St Paul First Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 am Holy Days of Obligation per announcements WELCOME VISITORS & GUESTS! Welcome, New Parishioners! Please register with the parish office B A A Interim Report Thank you to all Donors! Please make a pledge if you have not yet done so! We need your help! 86 % of Goal Pledges Received $142,947.00 Annunciation of the Lord Saturday, March 25, 2017 PASTORAL STAFF Father Thomas Tully, Pastor Father Michael Schuetz, Parochial Vicar Deacon Mike Mahoney, ObISB, Parish Deacon Deacon Rick Fisher, Parish Deacon Sister Monique Dissen, IHM, Pastoral Associate Deacon David Kierski, School Administrator
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SAINT PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
MARCH 19, 2017
3005 Country Club Road New Bern, NC 28562
www.spccnb.org (252) 638-1984
Office: M-F 8:30-4:00pm
Saint Paul Catholic School (252) 633-0100
Saint Peter the Fisherman Mission Parish in Oriental
(252) 249-3687
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00 pm Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 am, 11:00 am 1:00 pm (Misa en Español) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday . . . . . . 8:00 am Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:00 am 6:00 pm Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 am at Old St Paul First Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 am Holy Days of Obligation per announcements
WELCOME
VISITORS & GUESTS!
Welcome, New Parishioners! Please register with the parish office
B A A Interim Report
Thank you to all Donors!
Please make a pledge if you have not yet done so!
We need your help!
86 % of Goal
Pledges Received $142,947.00
Annunciation of the Lord Saturday, March 25, 2017
PASTORAL STAFF
Father Thomas Tully, Pastor
Father Michael Schuetz, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Mike Mahoney, ObISB, Parish Deacon Deacon Rick Fisher, Parish Deacon
Sister Monique Dissen, IHM, Pastoral Associate
Deacon David Kierski, School Administrator
Lenten Spirituality Series: The Le er of James
Deacon Mahoney will lead this Lenten Spirituality Series on Tuesday mornings, March 21st;
March 28th(skip); April 4th and April 11th from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. in the Family Life Center, Room 2.
In this series, he will address the nature of the spiritual journey in life, especially the value of trials and the power of prayer,
through a study of the Le er of James. The study will include a rich discussion of the rela onship between faith and works as
it impacts Chris an spirituality. Rooted in a deeper understanding of the Chris an faith and God’s great plan for
us, we’ll be able to get the most out of our Lenten journey and experience with deeper apprecia on the joy of Easter!
If you have any ques ons, please contact Deacon Mike at 252-571-1597.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE MARCH 2017 PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING
The next Pastoral Council mee ng on 4/9/2017 will be a brain-storming retreat to develop and plan for the coming year with a vision of the Church God wants us to be.
Finance Council Report: Offertory and mortgage reduc on collec ons are down slightly from budget and less than last year’s collec ons, but school collec on is above budget and last year’s collec ons. Expenses are down and under last year’s expenses. All invoices are current.
Based on the outstanding generosity of the parish, the 2016 Boun ful Tree project was able to provide gi s and/or gi cards to children in 16 schools, 67 families, 286 individuals, for a total of 553 gi s. The commi ee works directly through the school counselors and Catholic Chari es to determine recipients.
Dan Doban, Judith Denis and Ann Kirby will be rota ng off the pastoral council in June. The process for selec on of three addi onal members who will serve a three-year term will begin as indicated in the ByLaws.
THIS WEEK’S PARISH ACTIVITIES
Sunday 3/19 8:00AM Mass +Cyril Harant 9:00AM Olive Branch Gi Store open ll 1:00PM 9:30AM RCIA – FLC2 9:30AM Faith Forma on - School 9:30AM Chancel Choir Prac ce 10:30AM Chaplet of the Divine Mercy 11:00AM Mass Saint Paul Parish Family 1:00PM Mass +Peter Noonan 3:00PM Hispanic Prayer Group – FLC3 6:00PM Confirma on Class – School Library Monday 3/20 8:00AM Mass +Nancy Stewart 11:00AM Hand & Foot Card Games – FLC2 6:00PM Saint Paul Women’s Basketball – Gym 7:00PM Penance Service - Church Tuesday 3/21 8:00AM Mass +Bill Carolin 8:45AM Lenten Spirituality Series – FLC2 12:00PM One in the Spirit Prayer Group – SJC 1:00PM Prayer Shawl Ministry – FLC3 6:00PM Twin Rivers Volleyball Club Prac ce – Gym 8:00PM Open Gym New Bern Middle School Students Wednesday 3/22 9:00AM Mass 9:00AM Olive Branch Gi Store Open ll Noon 5:00PM Medjugorje Prayer Group – SJC 6:00PM Mass 7:00PM Hispanic Choir Prac ce 7:00PM SPRAA Men’s Open Gym Basketball Thursday 3/23 8:00AM Mass 8:35AM Adora on – SJC 10:45AM Reconcilia on 11:45AM Benedic on 12:00PM April 2nd Bulle n Items Due 6:00PM Twin Rivers Volleyball Club Prac ce – Gym 7:30PM Folk Choir Prac ce - Church Friday 3/24 8:00AM Mass (OSP) +Norma Roberts Fawci 5:00PM K of C Fish Fry – Gym 7:00PM Sta ons of the Cross - Church Saturday 3/25 9:00AM Women’s Lenten Retreat – School Library 3:30PM Reconcilia on 5:00PM Spanish Bap sm Class – Conference Room 5:00PM Mass +MacMahon Family
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS & LECTORS: 3/25 & 3/26- Team #4 Due to the publisher’s holiday schedule, the following are the
dates when all editable bulle n submissions are due: April 2nd Bulle n - Submissions due March 23rd April 9th Bulle n (Palm Sunday) - Submissions due March 27th April 16th Bulle n (Easter Sunday) - Submissions due April 3rd
MOVIE OF THE MONTH
Inspired by Scripture and rooted in history, The Young Messiah, imagines a year in the boyhood of Jesus. When the
mystery of Jesus’ divinity begins to unfold in his early years, he turns to his parents for answers. But Mary and Joseph, in an
effort to protect their child, are afraid to reveal all they know. How do you explain the ways of the world to its Creator?
Follow the young Messiah as he and his family take the extraordinary journey from Egypt to Jerusalem--- where his
true iden ty and profound des ny are revealed.
Join us in the Chapel on Sunday, March 26, at 2:30 to enjoy this film.
PASTOR’S CORNER Sunday, March 19, 2017
Dear Friends at Saint Paul: We can all apply a li le lesson we learned as students when it comes to prayer: In order to describe something as a Reporter, one has to answer these ques ons: Who, What, When, Where, Why and How. These are the interroga ves of prayer as well... Don't let prayer be makeshi or accidental; make prayer purposeful and inten onal. Remember, “Ask, Seek, Knock!” Quotes are from the Bishop's website (usccb.org). Who? We start prayer with the “Sign of the Cross” which tells us “WHO”! In private prayer, it's me and God. In shared or communal prayer, it's us and God but we are not “self-deba ng” – prayer is not self-reflec on – but rather we turn our reflec on over to inspira on... we have to answer within our own minds and hearts, but we deliberately ask God to inspire in us those thoughts and feelings that are His will. Prayer is a complete focus on the Divine Person. We “raise our minds to God” in the classical expression of answering this first interroga ve of prayer. What? “Various forms of prayer are presented in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 2623-2649). These various forms include prayer of blessing or adora on, prayer of pe on, prayer of intercession, prayer of thanksgiving, and prayer of praise.” We may use medita on, Sacred Scripture and organized devo ons to help us pray. When? Set mes for prayer are a big help. The momentary, emergency prayer may be essen al for the moment, but it will not help us build habits of prayer on which we can rely. Prayer, like most human endeavors, requires exercise and habit for it to be successful. You may feel God doesn't answer or you may realize humbly that you haven't learned to be good at hearing his answer in prayer. Prac ce prayer at set mes. Where? Set up a “chapel” or come to Church. (Saint Paul is open for prayer from 7 am to 7 pm). A chapel may be a par cular easy chair and a cross, or a holy picture, a place where you leave the Bible, or a favorite window... Have a place for prayer! Why? We feel stress, loss, contri on. We desire to express gra tude, wonder, well-being. We promise to pray for people. We have unanswered ques ons; we have unmet needs; we struggle with the pain of life. We feel sudden escape, long-sought release, miraculous healing. The most rooted reason we pray: we are not fully human without it! How? As the Catechism states: "Medita on is above all a quest. The mind seeks to understand the why and how of the Chris an life, in order to adhere and respond to what the Lord is asking... By medita ng on the Gospels, holy icons, liturgical texts, spiritual wri ngs, or "the great book of crea on," we come to make our own that which is God's.... To the extent that we are humble and faithful, we discover in medita on the movements that s r the heart and we are able to discern them. It is a ques on of ac ng truthfully in order to come into the light: "Lord, what do you want me to do?" (CCC 2705-2706).” “Spiritual reading of Sacred Scripture, especially the Gospels, is an important form of medita on. This spiritual reading is tradi onally called lec o divina or divine reading. Lec o divina is prayer over the Scriptures.” “Popular devo ons are expressions of love and fidelity that arise from the intersec on of one's own faith, culture and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As Saint John Paul II said in 2001: Devo ons promote the faith of the people. Join with the Church as she expresses her praise and devo on to God through many popular devo onal prac ces.” Remember, the best form of prayer is the Sacred Liturgy, the Holy Mass. Chris ans can’t be “chris ans in a private church.” If we follow Christ; we are called together to be the Body of Christ! The Holy Mass is the highest form of prayer because the whole Body of Christ – head and members – are par cipa ng together to worship God! The Holy Mass includes all the various kinds of prayer and answers all the right ques ons! Remember, “Ask, Seek, Knock!” Peace,
Today’s Readings - Exodus 17:3-7; Psalm 95:1-9; Romans 5: 1-8; John 4:5-42.. The Samaritan woman is approached
by Jesus, and responds as expected. She has med her trip to the well to avoid confronta on. This stranger makes it
all so confusing! This exchange is not only about Jesus being the Living Water, it is also about accep ng the teachings
of Jesus as truth, and finding our spiritual thirst quenched by him. This exchange is about
Being willing to accept the truth of Jesus’ messiahship and the life of the Resurrected One in our midst today. Where is
your thirst quenched? Does your search for the promised one con nue, or are you able to accept Christ in your midst
at home, at work, in the marketplace, and at rest, as well as in church? How much confronta on is required before we
recognize the Living Water in our lives? Jesus reminds us that we are never isolated from the truth, nor are we alone
in receiving the fruits of an individual’s labor. In today’s gospel, what begins as two people mee ng at a well becomes
a profession of faith, by disciples and townspeople that this is truly the Savior of the world.
THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 19, 2017 LIVING WATER
OUR HEARTS ARE READY God our Father and Creator, of Abraham and Jacob, and all of our ancestors of faith; bless us in our daily lives of work and prayer, as we find you in Word and
bread and water. Let not our hearts harden when we are confronted with Truth, nor when we are
lost in confusion or despair; for we know you are with us, as you were with Moses and the people of Israel, and as you were with the Samaritan woman.
May our hearts be open to accept your Word, and our spirits
be ready to proclaim your Truth. May our work reflect your grace and the fruits of our work be shared with all.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
This Week at Home Monday, March 20—2 Samuel 7:4-16; Psalm 89:2-5, 27-29;Romans 4:13-22; Ma hew 1:16-24. St. Joseph always respond-
ed to the voice of the Lord with a resounding “yes”. He provides an example that is worth contempla ng and imita ng. Jo-
seph is a model of reconcilia on as he took Mary into his home, knowing that her child was conceived by the Holy Spirit.
Embody his faithfulness to Mary by making reconcilia on a staple in your life.
Tuesday, March 21—Daniel 3:25-43; Psalm 25:4-9; Ma hew 18:21-35. The readings today call us to prac ce mercy and
forgiveness. We are to work toward reconcilia on even when others do not ask. The opportuni es to forgive are endless—
seven mes seven mul plied repeatedly. Take every opportunity to forgive as you have been forgiven.
Wednesday, March 22—Deuteronomy 4:5-9; Psalm 147:12-20; Ma hew 5:17-19. We are challenged to remain faithful to
the commandments and the Kingdom of Heaven will be your reward. Chris ans should be sure to read both the New and
Old Testaments. This week take me to read and Old Testament passage for each day of reflec on.
Thursday, March 23—Jeremiah 7:23-28; Psalm 95:1-9; Luke 11:14-23. Today’s psalm refrain calls us to remain faithful.
Our fidelity needs to be not only in what we do, but at the core of our being, in our hearts. Let us examine our conscience to
make a be er a empt at the conversion of our hearts to Christ.
Friday, March 24—Hosea 14:2-10’ Psalm 81:6-9, 11-17; Mark 12:28-34. Each Friday is a reminder of Good Friday, and the Lenten prac ce of walking the Sta ons of the Cross can be part of that. We walk with him, carrying his Cross, mourn with the women of Jerusalem, with Veronica, and with Simon. We stand as witness to his saving Death. Saturday, March 25—Isaiah 7:10-14, 8:10; Psalm 40:7-11; Hebrews 10:4-10; Luke 1:26-38. The joy of Mary’s acceptance
when Gabriel announced to her that she would be the mother of the Savior of the world is our joy as well. It is also our call
to work with God so that all we do may be according to His Word.
Each Friday in Lent 7:00PM
LENTEN DAY OF REFLECTION
Saturday, March 25, 2017 9:00AM to 12:00N - Church
Guest Speaker: Fr. Michael Schuetz Topic: LENT with ADORATION
Open to all in the parish and their guests. Please join us. Coffee and refreshments
will be available at 8:30AM in the Atrium
Sponsored by CDA Any ques ons call Kate Sbarra at 636-5936
SAINT PAUL SCHOOL NEWS
JV Basketball Boys bring home the 2nd place trophy at the Eastern Independent Conference tournament!
Saint Paul School was well-represented at the recent Eastern Independent Conference Basketball Tournament at Saint Mary School in Goldsboro.
A er opening ceremonies at Wayne Country Day School on Friday, March 3, our Varsity and JV Boys and JV Girls competed to the cheers of their
supporters who traveled to Goldsboro with them. A er several rounds of play, the JV Boys won the second-place trophy.
Congratula ons to the JV Boys, as well as the Varsity Boys and JV Girls for a great season.
Special thanks to their coach, Ty Butler, and to their parents, coaches, and supporters. Success begins @ Saint Paul. Go Knights!
A er Mass on Saturday April 1st and
Sunday April 2nd (8am & 11am)
In prepara on for our parish’s Holy Saturday Easter Egg Hunt, we are asking for contribu ons of Easter candy that can be
placed in plas c eggs. Your contribu ons will be a great help in making this event
memorable for our children. A bin has been placed in the atrium in order to collect your
contribu ons. If you have ques ons, please call Joy Harsen at 252-229-2394
The 8th Grade Class of Saint Paul Catholic
School would like to thank Father Schuetz and
the following sponsors for a fabulous Mardi Gras Pancake Bash!
Oscar’s Mortuary, Cravin’ A Cup, 37th Street Pizza,
Smithfield’s, Harris Teeter & Publix
Any ques ons call Hilda at 638-8169 or 670-4290
LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES
Monday, March 20 7:00PM
WEEKLY RECONCILIATION
Thursday, 10:45 AM - 11:45AM
and Saturday,
3:30PM - 4:30PM
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LENTEN FISH FRYS
March 24th and April 7th Family Life Center
5:00 - 6:30PM
Tickets will be sold a er all Masses this weekend $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children and $25.00 for family
Youth Group Fundraiser in Biblical Times
SAINT PAUL ROSARY MAKERS NEEDS YOU!
Supplies have arrived! If you would like to learn how to make rosaries, or if you are experienced and need supplies, contact Dorothy Salva at 638-3480. Our Lady’s
Rosary Makers have helped members serve the missions for over 66 years. Call and get involved with this worthwhile ministry. You will be glad you did!
SACRAMENT SCHEDULE Reconcilia on: Thursdays 10:45-11:45am; Saturday 3:30-4:30pm or by appointment Bap sm Classes: First me parents must a end Bap smal Prepara on Classes. Registra on is mandatory. Contact the church office to register. First Communion/Confirma on: Please call 633-3030 Marriages: Contact Parish Office - 6 month advance no ce is required Anoin ng of the Sick: Contact the Office at 638-1984 Funerals: Call 638-4436 or e-mail [email protected]
PARISH STAFF DIRECTORY
NIGHT EMERGENCY CALL: 252-638-4436
PASTORAL STAFF Father Thomas S Tully, Pastor: 638-1984 [email protected]
Saint Paul School Administrator: Deacon Kierski: 633-0100
OLIVE BRANCH STORE & LENDING LIBRARY
Perfect for Lent & Easter is our new “Cross of Nails” lapel pin. Back in Stock: Creed Heritage Medals are beau fully gi -boxed & we have a great selec on. Also back in stock are “Catechism of the Catholic Church”. Don’t Forget we have fun “Golf With the Saints” golf balls for all of you golf enthusiasts. Amuse everyone when St. Jude, St. Anthony & St. Patrick are in your golf bag! These make excellent gi s for all golfers. We Need You! Volunteer with us – it’s only 3 hrs/month.
Open Sun. 9–1 & Wed. 9–12 in the Family Life Center. All proceeds benefit St. Paul Catholic Church.
HABITAT COLLEGIATE CHALLENGE
Students from Plymouth State College in NH will be in New Bern this week to assist with construc on of the newest Habitat for Humanity home. Housing and some meals
are provided by area churches. St. Paul will be providing lunch for the group (10 students and 8-10 mentors & supervisors) from Monday, March 20th through
Thursday, March 23rd. Please call the church office at 638-1984 if you are able to provide lunch one day. Monetary dona ons are also welcome and will be used to
purchase lunch and snack supplies. Anyone interested in volunteering for construc on can download an applica on at: cravencountyhabitat.org or call 633-9599.
JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL
The JPII March With The Saints Benefit Event featuring The Specula ons, will be held Saturday, March 25th at 5:00 pm at the Hilton Greenville. Live music, auc ons, games and more! Go to www.MarchWithTheSaints.com for more informa on.
CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY
This Lent let us “Receive God’s Mercy” abundantly! Mercy is a gi of God’s grace and his love; it has nothing to do with you and me except that we must learn to receive it. Heb. 4:16 says: “Let us come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in me of need”. Most of us are in need in some way!! God says, from his throne, to ask for it boldly!! Ask and receive! Join us in the Chapel each Sunday at 10:30 as we pray the Chaplet and ask God for needed blessings for all.
Do you want to find out what you need to do to become a U.S. Ci zen?
If interested in this informa on, please come to an "Introduc on to Ci zenship" session on March 29th at 6:30 pm. Please call the church office to register. 638-1984
