St. Christopher the Martyr Catholic Church 309 Manson Ave. Metairie, LA, 70001 Phone (504) 837-8214 Fax (504) 837-8303 PARISH PRIEST: Rev. Raymond Igbogidi, Pastor PARISH DEACONS: Deacon Charles Duke Deacon Philip McManamon WEBSITE: www.stchristopherano.com RECTORY E-MAIL: [email protected]Mrs. Janet Schluter, Secretary Office Hours: 9 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. SCHOOL: Mrs. Ruth Meche, Principal 3900 Derbigny Street - Office, 837-6871 Mrs. Mary Hicks and Millie Andry, Secretaries SCS EEC 833-5591 SCS EEC ANNEX: 837-5929 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: 837-8214 MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday (Vigil), 4 p.m. Sunday, 7:30, 9:30 & 11 a.m. (6 p.m. on 2nd Sunday) Daily, 6:30 & 9:30 a.m., Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9:30 a.m. only, Wed. COMMUNION FOR THE SICK: Please call the Rectory when someone is unable to attend Mass for any length of time. NOVENA: Tuesday, following the 6:30 a.m. Mass BAPTISM: Anyone interested in receiving information concerning Baptism at St. Christopher Parish should go to our website at www.stchristopherano.com and download the required documents. Return the completed documents to [email protected]. MARRIAGES: Make arrangements six months in advance of wedding date with the priest. included, call Theo Gomez at 301-2413. the funeral home, please notify the priest as soon as the Parish Center. This ministry offers compassion and caring for those who have lost a loved one. For more information call Dianne Vasquez at 835-0540. ADORATION CHAPEL: Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Call Jerry Cox at 458-3152 or Marlene Baquie at 913-5911. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: 2nd Saturday of the month after 4 p.m. Mass CONFESSIONS: Saturday, 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Contact the rectory to make an appointment for other times. www.stchristopherano.com E-mail: [email protected]
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St. Christopher the Martyr Catholic Church 309 Manson Ave. Metairie, LA, 70001
COMMUNION FOR THE SICK: Please call the Rectory when someone is unable to attend Mass for any length of time.
NOVENA: Tuesday, following the 6:30 a.m. Mass
BAPTISM: Anyone interested in receiving information concerning Baptism at St. Christopher Parish should go to our website at www.stchristopherano.com and download the required documents. Return the completed documents to [email protected].
MARRIAGES: Make arrangements six months in advance of wedding date with the priest.
included, call Theo Gomez at 301-2413.
the funeral home, please notify the priest as soon as
the Parish Center. This ministry offers compassion and caring for those who have lost a loved one. For more information call Dianne Vasquez at 835-0540.
ADORATION CHAPEL: Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Call Jerry Cox at 458-3152 or Marlene Baquie at 913-5911.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: 2nd Saturday of the month after 4 p.m. Mass
CONFESSIONS: Saturday, 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Contact the rectory to make an appointment for other times.
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This Weekend, Mar. 7-8, 2020
Saturday 4:00 pm Fr. Thomas Sunday: 7:30 am Fr. Thomas 9:30 am Fr. Raymond 11:00 am Fr. Raymond 6:00 pm Fr. Raymond Monday : 6:30 am Fr. Raymond 9:30 am Fr. Thomas Tuesday: 6:30 am Fr. Thomas 9:30 am Fr. Raymond Wednesday: 9:30 am Fr. Raymond Thursday: 6:30 am Fr. Thomas 9:30 am Fr. Raymond Friday : 6:30 am Fr. Raymond 9:30 am Fr. Thomas
Next Weekend, March 14-15, 2020 Saturday 4:00 pm Fr. Raymond Sunday: 7:30 am Fr. Raymond 9:30 am Fr. Thomas 11:00 am Fr. Thomas
THIS CALENDAR IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
SATURDAY: Cy & Frank Canale, Kippy Owens, Jr., Beverly & Ronald Lambert, William “Billy” Simon, Georgiana Gros Welch, Ronald Mendelsohn, Rosalie Blady, Jacquelyn “Honey” Walter and Eva Guillory. SUNDAY: Missa Pro Populo (All Parishioners of St. Christopher), Alvine & Warren Johnson, Jerry Cox, Jr., David Ball, Herbert & Juanita Coakley, Thomas & Dorothy Stengle, Paul J. Ridolfo, Peggy Loehn, Michael M. & Ethel Lux, Edward Joseph Bourgeois, Sr. (Birthday), Marie Vinterella, Kenneth Kliebert, Sr., Rita Boudreaux, Larry Schillenkamp and Catherine Guehs. MONDAY: Rose Deckelman (Birthday), Mildred “Millie” Gumpert (Death Anniversary) and Jerry Napier (Death Anniversary). TUESDAY: Ronnie Schmitt, John Shuh, Sr. (Birthday), and Marie O’Malley. WEDNESDAY: Schade–Joanen Families, Bernadette F. Meuer (DeathAnniversary) and John Clesi (Birthday). THURSDAY: Henry George, Lucas Bacino, Frank Canale (Death Anniversary) and Walter Bacino. FRIDAY: Ernest L. White, Ana F. LaGreco (Death Anniversary) and Mass In Thanksgiving.
Collections for Ash Wednesday—$ 1,004.00 Collections for February 29-March 1, 2020 Envelopes $ 3,702.50 Loose $ 1,979.00 TOTAL $ 5,681.50 Repairs/Maintenance $ 3,415.45
MASS REQUESTS Masses are $5. Requests can be placed in the collection basket, calling the rectory ( 837-8214) or mailing to 309 Manson Avenue, Metairie, LA 70001. Please indicate if the person is living/deceased. If you wish a card sent to the family, there is an additional $1.50 charge. “Special day” requests need to be into the rectory 2 weeks in advance of the date requested to be included in the bulletin.
FLOWERS & SANCTUARY LIGHTS for 2020 are now available. The cost is $40 (flowers) and $10 (sanctuary light). If you would like to reserve a
weekend, please call 837-8214. Checks for flowers are to be made payable to “St. Christopher Altar Society”. Checks for sanctuary lights should be made payable to “St. Christopher Church”. What a wonderful way to say “Congratulations”, “Happy Birthday”, “Happy Anniversary”, etc.
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TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — The LORD said to Abram: All the families of the earth shall find blessing in you
(Genesis 12:1-4a)
Psalm — Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you (Psalm 33).
Second Reading — God has called us to a holy life, not because of our works but according to grace
Wednesday: Jer 18:18-20; Ps 31:5-6, 14-16; Mt 20:17-28
Thursday: Jer 17:5-10; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 16:19-31
Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a; 17b-28a; Ps 105:16-21; Mt 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 103:1-4, 9-12; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
Sunday: Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42]
FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR
No Flowers in Lent. Call the rectory to reserve a date for Flowers.
Sanctuary Light is burning in memory of Joseph Bourgeois.
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday: Second Sunday of Lent; Daylight Saving Time begins; International Women’s Day
Monday: St. Frances of Rome; Purim (Jewish observance) begins at sunset
Friday: Abstinence
East Jefferson Deanery Lenten Mission Schedule 2020 March 9-11 @ 7 PM St. Ann Church & Shrine: Fr. Brice Higginbottom, Houma-Thibodaux St. Benilde: Fr. Jeff Muntz - “What is prayer?” St. Clement of Rome: Bishop Ferdinand Cheri St. Francis Xavier : Fr. Kurt Young, Fr. Colm Cahill, Fr. Andrew Gutierrez - "Loved, Forgiven and Called by God." March 17-18 @ 6:30-7:45PM St. Christopher the Martyr: Deacon Philip McManamon- “Jesus in the Gospel of John.” March 18 - 19 @ 7 PM St. Matthew: Fr. Nile Gross - “The Week That Changed The World: Holy Week and It's Meaning” March 23 - 25 @ 7 PM St. Catherine of Siena : Paul George "The Art of Living" National speaker will deliver a three night mission helping us to find our purpose, reach our potential and discover the Art of Living...." March 30 - April 1 @ 7 PM St. Philip Neri: Dr. Tom Neal - “Called by Beauty: Discovering Your Life's Divine Purpose.” St Rita: : Fr Mariano Valez April 6 - 8 @ 7 PM St. Agnes: Fr. George Knab - “Cross of Glory” Fr. Knab, a Priest of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate from Belleville, IL. and designated as a Missionary of Mercy by Pope Francis who urged each missionary to be a "joyful proclaimer of God's mercy and its faithful dispenser." Every Thursday of Lent 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM (5-week video series) St. Louis of King of France: Video presentation by Edward Siri "No Greater Love" Walk with Jesus from the garden of Gethsemane to Calvary
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ST. CHRISTOPHER OFFICE—CHURCH SECRETARY OPENING Position Description: The church secretary for St. Christopher the Martyr Catholic Church, located in 309, Manson Ave, Metairie, Louisiana, handles a wide range of office tasks, from filing to answering phones to responding to e-mails. The secretary acts as a liaison between parishioners and the church's administration, as well as an executive assistant to the Pastor. Please send resumé, cover letter, and list of references to [email protected] Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Answer phone calls, take accurate messages, and access voice mail to return calls • Welcome visitors, address questions, and assist with any problems or concerns, referring guests and
callers to the Pastor or proper party, as needed • Perform clerical tasks, including typing, faxing, filing, and copying • Read and respond to e-mails promptly • Relay messages from calls, e-mails, and visitors promptly to the Pastor • Maintain the rectory and pastor calendars and keep staff up to date on appointments, meetings, and
events • Maintain the event calendar to avoid conflicts for activities held in the church, Parish Center, and gym • Assist and act as liaison with church ministries, committees, and parish organizations • Maintain a working relationship with our parish school faculty, staff, and parents • Assist in writing, editing, printing, and distributing the weekly church bulletin • Notify webmaster promptly of all news, events, baptisms, marriages, and deaths in the parish • Notify the Bereavement Committee of deaths and funeral arrangements • Update and print the prayer of the faithful and announcements to be read at mass • Maintain all church records regarding sacraments and funerals and prepare certificates • Send notifications to other parishes regarding sacraments administered at St. Christopher • Assist with Confirmation seating and distribution of gowns • Assist in planning church events • Collect funds for mass intentions, schedule masses, arrange for publication in the bulletin, and send mass
cards • Maintain records for weekly collections and enter contributions into database • Assist in preparing payroll information, distributing checks, and maintaining office financial records • Mail checks to outside vendors once the bookkeeper prepares them • Create thank-you letters and envelopes merge for Annual Contribution Statements mid-January for tax
purposes • Complete the annual Status Animarum at the end of each fiscal year per Archdiocese instructions • Maintain parishioner database and send welcome letters • Distribute mail to the proper employees • Send out church mailings • Order office and church supplies and parishioner contribution envelopes as needed • Perform Internet research for price comparison on products or services • Keep office neat and orderly Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Excellent grammatical skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook • Ability to communicate clearly and work well with people, in person and over the phone, in a friendly and
courteous manner, demonstrating patience and understanding when dealing with confused, grieving, or difficult visitors
• Organizational skills and ability to multitask efficiently and pay close attention to detail • Ability to think creatively for purposes of designing the bulletin, flyers, and website • Must be able to maintain confidentiality in all matters Education and Experience: • Minimum of high school diploma required, associate or bachelor’s degree desired • Basic office work experience required
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Archbishop Chapelle High School St. Joseph’s Altar
March 18, from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. March 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00
D. Gaubert B. Gros D. Klibert C. Meche
PLEASE NOTE
YOU HAVE THE POWER
Jesus said, “where two or more are gathered in my name, I am there.” There will be two or more gathered together on March 19, 2020; praying a prolife rosary asking God’s grace to fall upon our society to open hearts to love and to have a greater respect for the gift of all human life.
St. Christopher Altar Society MORNING OF REFLECTION
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
St. Christopher Church
9:00 a.m.—Rosary
9:30 a.m.—Mass
10:15 a.m.—Speaker-Dcn. Stephen Gordon
A Light Lunch Will be Served
For More Information, cal 504-858-3366
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
FAMILY OF THE MONTH
March 2020
TO BE ANNOUNCED
UPCOMING EVENTS
March Events March 8, 7:30 a.m., Holy Name Mass and Meeting March 8, 6:00 p.m., CYO Mass and Meeting March 9, 10:15 a.m., Legion of Mary Meeting March 9, 6:00 p.m., Radio Rosary Broadcast March 10, 6:30 p.m., School of Religion March 11, 10:00 a.m., Mission Rosary Makers March 12, 6:15p.m., Bereavement Support Group March 13, 6:30 p.m., SCS Students Stations of the Cross March 14, 4:00 p.m., Sacrament of the Sick after Mass March 16, 10:15 a.m., Legion of Mary Meeting March 17, 6:30 p.m., School of Religion March 17-18, 6:30-7:45 p.m, Lenten Mission March 19, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus March 20, 6:00 p.m., Fish Fry March 20, 6:30 p.m., Stations of the Cross March 21, 6:00 p.m., Twinderella the Musical March 22, 5:15 p.m., CYO Meeting (No Mass) March 23, 10:15 a.m., Legion of Mary Meeting March 24, 9:00 a.m., Altar Society Rosary, Mass, and Day of Reflection following Mass March 24, 6:30 p.m., School of Religion March 26, 7:00 p.m., Men’s Prayer Group March 27, 6:30 p.m., Stations of the Cross March 27, 7:00 p.m., Baptismal Seminar March 30, 10:15 a.m., Legion of Mary Meeting March 31, 6:30 p.m., School of Religion
The St. Christopher Drama Club presents: Twinderella, the Musical, Saturday March 21, 2020 in the Parish Center. Showtimes are 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased from the school office or at the door. Come see Cinderalla and her twin brother, Bob!
