Adoration Chapel: Mon-Fri. after morning Mass until 5pm.
Contemplation of The True, The Good, The Beautiful
“Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is an excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise think about these things.” (Philippians 4:8)
Lord, You life our hearts through these words of St. Paul. In an imperfect and sinful world, it is easy to become cynical. But if we have eyes to see, there is so much goodness and beauty! In the magnificence of nature we glimpse Your glory, and in Jesus we see the radiance of Your face made flesh. In holy men and women through the ages, that radiance shines on. Whatever challenges we face, help us to embody joy and hope, for You are the Author of all that is true, good and beautiful, we know that these shall prevail. You have told us, and we believe. AMEN
TODAY ’S READINGS First Reading -- I have witnessed the affliction of my people in Egypt and have come to rescue them (Ex. 3:1-8a, 13-15) or Ex 17:3-7. Psalm -- The Lord is kind and merciful (Ps. 103) or Ps. 95. Second Reading -- Those who think they are standing secure should take care not to fall (1 Cor. 10:1-6, 10-12) or Rom. 5:1-2, 5-8. Gospel -- I shall cultivate the ground around the fig tree and fertilize it; it may bear fruit in the future (Lk. 13:1-9) or Jn. 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42].
READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 7:10-14, 8:10; Ps 40:7-11; Heb 10:4-10; Lk 1:26-38 Tuesday: Dn 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25:4-5ab, 6-7bc, 8-9; Mt 18:21-35 Wednesday: Dt 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20; Mt 5:17-19 Thursday: Jer 7:23-28; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Lk 11:14-23 Friday: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 81:6c-11ab, 14, 17; Mk 12:28-34 Saturday: Hos 6:1-6; Ps 51:3-4, 18-21ab; Lk 18:9-14 Sunday: Jos 5:9a, 10-12; Ps 34:2-7; 2 Cor 5:17-21; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
MID-LENT CHECK-IN God says to Moses, This is what you shall tell the Israelites: I AM sent me to you . . . The LORD, the God of your [ancestors], the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, the God of Jacob (Exodus 3:14, 15). As Jesus would later say, God is not a God of the dead, but of the living, and so we believe that the dead will one day rise. At this midpoint of Lent, we pause to consider how our repentance is leading us to the Resurrection, to our reunion with the great I AM. Part of our repentance involves working to secure justice for all and helping our neighbor to live in God's ways. We encourage each other and nurture each other, like the compassionate gardener of today's Gospel, who tells the owner of the orchard that he will nurture the tree, fertilize it, and perhaps it will bear fruit. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
I Offer This Day To You, Dear God… Thank you for the blessing you have given me. May I use these gifts to build your kingdom. May my actions be a reflection of your love. May what I do today bring others closer to you. May my words be kind and gentle and may they bring joy to others. Today, help me to give back a portion of what you have given me. I ask this in Jesus’ name. AMEN
Mass Intentions Saturday, March 16 @ 4:00pm: Raymond Martin (Ann), M/M George Martin, Amy Dugas, Mary Ann Dugas, David L. “Boo” Prejean, Harry Leger, M/M (Ann) CJ. Delhomme, Viola Blanchard & Family, Verlie Boudreaux & Family, M/M E.J Mouton & Family, John Wade Mouton, M/M Ozere Domingue Family, Dupre Hebert, John Allen Prejean, Adley & Beverly Scrantz, Sybil Alleman, Helen C. Perot, Emetile & Edward Bourque Sr., Sensat Come Lord Jesus Group (L), M/M Camille Delhomme, M/M Wilfred Hebert & Woodley, M/M Jack Tanner & Walter, M/M George Griggs, Sr., M/M Larry Hebert, M/M Earl Tanner Sr., Souls in Purgatory, Virginia B. Lormand, M/M Paul Brown, Murphy Lanclos, Sr. , Joseph Cuong Nguyen, M/M Evan Domingue, Stanley LaPoint Sunday, March 17 @ 6:30am: For the People Sunday, March 17 @ 8:00am: Amy Dugas, Joseph E. & Melina S. Doucet, M/M John L. Mouton, John Allen Prejean, Spiritual Healing, Becky Rabalais Sunday, March 17 @ 10:00am: Deanna Sonnier, Sylvia Comeaux, M/M Adrian Vega, Rayford Domingue, Gene & Louis Provost, Charlie Provost, Waver & Sosthene Guidry, Carl Guidry. Leatrice Brown, Eldene Leger, Sunday, March 17@ 5:00pm: Joseph An Nguyen Monday, March 18 @ 12:10pm: Maria Virginia Brown, Louis Benjamin Verrette, Constance Martel, Margaret Katzenberg, Caroline Deville, Joseph Hung Nguyen Tuesday, March 19 @ 8:00am: Emetile Bourque (Ann), Lynn Poirrier Sr., Delores Chaisson Tuesday, March 19 @ 12:10pm: John The Baptist Mao Nguyen, Wednesday, March 20 @ 6:30am: Edmee Morvant Sonnier (Ann), Mike Dinh Wednesday, March 20 @ 12:10pm: Shayne Guidroz (HBD) Thursday, March 21 @ 8:30am: Elizabeth Pham Thursday, March 21 @ 12:10pm: Lue Provost (HBD) Friday, March 22 @ 6:30am: Lost Soul Friday, March 22 @ 12:10pm: Eloi Comeaux, Jr., Eldene Leger
Eucharistic Ministers for March 30/31 4:00pm: Chris Duplechin, Danny Hollier, Jr., Dn. Tanner
10:00am: Sharon Ferguson, Carl Benoit, Charles Frederick
5:00pm: Nick & Aimee Serio, Danielle Babineaux
Readers for March 30/31 4:00pm: Douglas Brown 6:30am: Ginger Sensat 8:00am: Al & Monica Laperous 10:00am: Stephen Ferguson 5:00pm: Cynthia Broussard
Altar Servers for March 30/31 4:00pm: Tourean Campbell, Damon Apple 6:30am: Mary-Ester LeBlanc 8:00am: Cameron Domingue, Rylie Domingue, Blair & Lily Luneau 10:00am: Brenna Armbruster, Carter & Brannan Aucoin, Hunter Bourque, Cade Cormier 5:00pm: Nicholas Mire, Andrew Devalcourt, Elias Bernard
RCIA will be available every Thursday from 6:15pm-7:30pm in the parish office. For more information contact the parish office.
The Way of the Cross will be every Friday during Lent in the Church at 5:30pm.
The KC fish fry will not be held the weekend of the Boudin Festival on April 5th.
There is a Collection every Friday during Lent for the missions.
Spring Family Day will be April 14 after the 10:00am Mass. There will be hamburger and fries for all as well as an Easter egg hunt for the little ones. Everyone is asked to being a chair or blanket and drinks. Please call the office to let us know you will be at-tending so we can make sure we have enough burgers and fries for everyone
Is someone you love unable to join us at church during this holy time of Lent and Easter? For the faithful at home or in healthcare settings, the Heart of the Nation Sunday TV Mass brings spiritual comfort and the blessings of joy-filled hope in our Risen Savior. Please invite anyone you know who cannot get out to church to tune into KLAF channel 46 (NBC) at 9:30am
Announcements
Applications for the Women’s ACTS retreat are now available, registration forms are on the Church website and in the Church office. Please bring your registration forms to the Church as soon as possible. The retreat cost is $250. Space is limited. The retreat is May 9-12.
Third Sunday of Lent Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place where you stand is holy ground. Exodus 3:5 Casual is in. It is striking how casual people dress for funerals and even weddings. Of course, that extends to church. On a trip yours ago to California, I attended a church in Orange County, St. Callistus, a predominantly Vietnamese parish. I arrived early in the morning before Mass to visit the Blessed Sacrament chapel. There in the entrance was a neatly stacked rack of shoes. They belonged to those who came to pray. They didn't dare walk in with their shoes. Like Moses before the burning bush, they removed their shoes. This was holy ground. Not only were they barefoot, but most were kneeling straight with eyes fixed on the tabernacle. I was in awe. It was the best sermon I had ever heard on the Blessed Sacrament. I was in God’s awesome holy presence. If you are Catholic, I hope that you realize the great gift and privilege we have our Churches. Our Lord is truly present. It is not merely that God is everywhere, but Jesus is uniquely present here before us. We not only get to receive him, but he remains present in our tabernacle 24 hours per day, seven days a week. Our dress is not to impress others or to draw attention to ourselves but is designed to honor our Lord. When you go to church, catch yourself and be mindful of where you are. It is holy ground. Father, we are so blessed to have your son’s holy presence in our churches. I admit that I take it for granted. Stir up in me a passion and awe for this great gift. May my behavior give witness to your gift of your son. AMEN when in church keen straight up.
With grace and gladness. Stories and reflections for each day of lent. Fr. Thomas J. Connery
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
Hollywood has given us an image of Moses slipping off his shoes before a burning bush. God has just called Moses by name, and so that Moses doesn't miss the meaning of this breakthrough in human history, God requires that all barriers to the experience be eliminated. If you've ever tried to maneuver barefoot across hot sand, or pick your way along a rocky beach, you know how sensitive feet can be. Within the Church, there are religious orders with a custom of going barefoot, not merely to show poverty, but to be an outward sign of a desire for connection with creation, a desire to go through life alert to what God is doing. In early days, when reconciliation was a once-in-a-lifetime possibility, penitents often went barefoot for a long period of time as a sign of their conversion. Even today, people follow an ancient practice of slipping off their shoes to walk in the procession to the cross on Good Friday. It is striking that the first use of our newly-scrubbed feet from Holy Thursday night is to walk resolutely in the footsteps of Christ to the cross. --James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
Pray for the Priest and the Seminarians March 17: Very Rev. Jared Suire, & Alex Lancon
March 18: Rev. Brian Taylor & Cole Laurents
March 19: Rev. Joseph A. Tetlow, SJ & Jacob LeBlanc
March 20: Rev. Mark Thibodeaux, SJ & Brett Lee
March 21: Rev. Jude Thierry & Calvin LeMaire
March 22: Rev. Charles Nicholas Trahan & Seth Lemaire
March 23: Rev. Clint Trahan & Joseph Marcantel
PRAYER FOR OUR CHILDREN Holy Angels, who constantly behold the Father’s face, protect our children from bodily and spiritual dangers. Direct them on paths of virtue and, if they stray, to true repentance. Kindle in their hearts a desire for what is good, pure, and beautiful, for He Whom you serve is all Good, all Pure, All Beautiful. Teach them your song of praise to our God. AMEN
A Prayer for You May you resist the temptation to rehash the past and instead fid gratitude in the present for the chance to create a better future. May you refuse to let the actions of others distract you from your goals. May you forgive those who disappointed you, hurt you and did you wrong, so you can reclaim the energy that is drained every time you think of their behavior. May you be FREE from anger. May you be filled with joy, wisdom, and peace. And may you love and be loved by those who matter. AMEN.
Collection: $12,863.00
Maintenance Fund:$4,395.00
WEEKLY EXPENSES: $17,000
MONTHLY EXPENSES: $68,000
Collections for the weekend of:
March 31: Second Collection is for the Diocesan Insurance
April 7: Second Collection is for the Church Debt
Please consider putting Sts. Peter & Paul Church and School in your will
Sacramental Information & New Parishioners Baptism: Expectant parents, who are parishioners, should contact the office four to six (4 - 6) months before the birth of the child. Marriage: Couples planning marriage need to make an appointment with the pastor at least six months before the intended wedding date to begin the preparation process. A wedding date cannot be scheduled without approval of the pastor. Anointing of the Sick: Contact the office to schedule an appointment, home or nursing home visit, and, if death is imminent , contact the office for immediate action. First Communion and Confirmation: Contact the Elementary DRE or High School DRE respectively. Holy Communion for the Homebound: Contact the parish office to request a visit. If you are interested in becoming Catholic or receiving Confirmation as an adult, or if you simply want to learn more about your faith, contact the office to inquire about RCIA. “Jesus said to them, ‘Come, and you will see’” (John 1:39). New Parishioner Forms are found in church and on our website (Policies and Forms, Census Form) and should be submitted to the office. Parishioner Funeral: When a parishioner passes away we ask that you please contact the parish office first before going to the Funeral Home. Fr. Mark would like to set up an appointment with the family of the deceased.
What to do When Showing Mercy to Others is Difficult
We’ve all done it. We’ve all rationalized why, even though we know we are called to be merciful and forgiving to others, it shouldn’t count this time, in this instance. About that guy. Intellectually, we know that withholding forgiveness just ends up hurting us, while it has little effect on the “other.” In our hearts we know it, too. But in our souls? In our souls, we wrestle with forgiveness; we tie ourselves in knots trying not to get pinned down by an instinct of the mind and heart that tells us we should find a way to mercy — if not for “their” sakes, then for our own, and for the sake of the world. When it comes down to the “soul-ular level,” we still find that last resistance: “Yeah, yeah, we’re all sinners, I get that. Yes, we’re all in need of mercy, I know that. Still though…she’s awful!” I felt that way a few years ago when a family member who knew I was looking for a particular picture found it and then kept it for herself. A small thing, I know, but I was pretty angry about it — angry along those “What am I, chopped liver?” lines and the “She only wanted it because she knew I wanted it first” lines. It took a long time to let it go — I’m ashamed to say how long. I couldn’t come to peace about it until I really took a hard look at what that family member had lived through, and tried to understand the need behind the action. Maybe that person really did want it more than I did, or — more importantly — needed it more than I did, in order to have a connection to something good amid all the bad. Maybe, I realized in the end, this person was carrying wounds more deep than my own, and this picture somehow packed the wound a little more completely, in hopes that someday the bleeding would stop. I didn’t come to that conclusion all by my wise little self, but was helped enormously by Cardinal Merry del Val to whom the Litany of Humility is attributed — or whose writings are believed to have inspired it. When I joke about resistance at the “soul-ular level,” I’m only half in jest. The truth is, this efficacious little prayer strips you down to it very quickly, and forces you to realize how often the mercy you are withholding from others is wrapped up in the need to feel better about the self, when it’s not always the best way to go about attaining that desire.
(This article was written by Elizabeth Scalia and can be found (along with the Litany of Humility) at: http://aleteia.org/2016/08/01/what-to-do-when-showing-mercy-to-others-is-difficult/#sthash.9y2xp4ia.dpuf)
PRAYER FOR PREPARATION FOR MASS Lord, Jesus Christ, I approach your banquet table in fear and trembling, for I am a sinner, and dare not rely on my own worth but only on your goodness and mercy. I am defiled by many sins in body and soul, and by my unguarded thoughts and words. Gracious God of mystery and awe, I seek your protection, I look for your healing, poor troubled sinner that I am, I appeal to you, the fountain of all mercy, I cannot bear your judgement, but I trust in your salvation. Lord, I show my wounds to you and uncover my shame before you. I know my sins are many and great, and they fill me with fear, but I hope in your mercies, for they cannot be numbered. Lord Jesus Christ, eternal King, God and man, crucified for mankind, look upon me with mercy and hear my prayer, for I trust in you. Have mercy on me, full of sorrow and sin, for the depth of you compassion never ends. Praise to you, saving sacrifice, offered on the wood of the cross for me and for all mankind. Praise to the noble and precious blood, flowing from the wounds of my crucified Lord Jesus Christ and washing away the sins of the whole world. Remember, Lord, your creature, whom you have redeemed with your blood. I repent my sons, and I long to put right what I have done. Merciful Father, take away all my offenses and sins; purify me in body and soul , and make me worthy to taste the holy of holies. May your body and blood, which in tend to receive, although I am unworthy, be for me the remission of my sins, the washing away of my guilt, the end of my evil thoughts, and the rebirth of my better instincts. May it incite me to do the works pleasing to you and profitable to my health in body and soul, and be a firm defense against the wiles of my enemies. AMEN
Sunday March 24, 2019: Third Sunday of Lent; First Scrutiny; CLJ in CCD Bldg. at 6pm; Formation 6-7 Monday, March 25, 2019: Annunciation of the Lord; Book of James in the Hall 6:15-8pm
Tuesday, March 26, 2019: Rosary in the Cry Room at 9am; CLJ in CCD Bldg. at 9:30 am; Elementary CCD; Mass at 8:30am & 12:10pm
Wednesday, March 27, 2019: Prayer group in Cry Room at 10am; CLJ in CCD Bldg. at 6:30pm; Choir Practice 6-7; NO SENIOR BINGO Thursday, March 28, 2019: RCIA in the parish hall at 6:15-7:45; School Mass at 8:30am & 12:10pm.
Friday, March 29, 2019: Abstinence– No Meat; Mass at 6:30am & 12:10pm; Way of the Cross at 5:30pm; KC Fish Fry.
Saturday, March 30, 2019: N/A
Weekly Calendar The Annunciation of the Lord “God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him . . . might have eternal life.” (John 3:16) At the Annunciation, God revealed this good news to Mary. She was the first to hear and to believe that God would do what he promised. Her faith told her that nothing is impossible for God. Mary also heard God’s invitation calling her to be the Virgin Mother of his Son. This call meant that Jesus would be formed in her womb, and she, as his mother, would nourish and care for him. This call meant that she had a special place in God’s plan for salvation. Mary replied, “I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) In saying yes, Mary agreed to God’s plan because she wanted what God wanted. She was willing to accept all the joy and pain, all the unexpected events. She was willing to bring Christ to a waiting world. https://www.loyolapress.com/our-catholic-faith/saints/saints-stories-for-all-ages/annunciation-of-the-lord
Prayer for the Sick Dear Jesus, Diving Physician and Healer of the Sick, we turn to You in this time of illness. O dearest Comforter of the troubled, alleviate out worry and sorrow with Your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in Your hands. We place our sick under Your care and humbly ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge Your holy will and know that whatsoever You do, You do for the love of us. AMEN
This week the sanctuary lights burn for:
Church: Family of Baby Lucy Chapel: For those serving our country
Sts. Peter and Paul School News Knights of the Month – Congratula ons to the March Knights of the Month represen ng the value of Service. Abshire PreK Reid Hebert Gauthier PreK Vera Lemoine Bordelon K Deegan Romero Barilleaux K Amelie Angelle Deshotels 1st Baylor Bellard Duke 1st Tyler Stelly Broussard 2nd Mason Broussard Hatley 2nd Ava Lenox Copeland 3rd Zachary Delome Wynn 3rd Kailey Arnold Comeaux 4th Audrey Fontenot Bergeron 4th Paxton Leger Leger 5th Jack Babineaux Gossen 5th Gracie Prejean McDavid 6th Maddox Hebert Guidry 6th Reid Broussard Weekly 7th Dominic Heins Augus n 8th Joshua Stocks ll SAVE THE DATES FOR OUR SPRING EVENTS: April 12 COLOR RUN - Get ready to have some fun again this year! Proceeds go to the driveway paving
project. April 13 SPRING PICNIC - This year’s picnic will have many new addi ons including fun jumps, cake walk,
live music (TBA soon), vendors, and silent auc on. May 6 KNIGHTS CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT - This year the event will feature a Helicopter Ball Drop.
Please visit the school website for addi onal informa on and to purchase your golf ball! South Louisiana Giving Day – SPPS will take part in the Community Founda on of Acadiana Giving Day on May 9, 2019. Please visit the southlouisianagivingday.org website to view our profile. All proceeds from this day will be added to the gym fund. Employment Opportuni es - Resumes are currently being accepted for the 2019-2020 school year and may be emailed to [email protected] 2019-2020 Enrollment – While several classes currently have a wai ng list, we do have openings remaining in some grades. If you would like to schedule a tour, please contact Renee Ory at 337-504-3400. ACT Aspire Tes ng – Tes ng will take place the week of April 1-5. Please make sure your student arrives on me, well rested, and has a healthy breakfast.
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Fruits of the Holy Spirit When we cooperate with the graces and gifts we receive from the Holy Spirit, we grow as followers of Jesus. We see the effort of the Holy Spirit’s presence in our lives in special qualities and attitudes that we develop as we grow in faith. The Church identifies these qualities and attitudes as the fruits of the Holy Spirit. The twelve fruits of the Holy Spirit are signs that the Holy Spirit is alive within us and helping us live the Catholic faith in our daily lives. Love– We exhibit the virtue of charity, or love, by our unselfish devotion and care for God and out neighbor. Joy– We live with joy when we recognize that true happiness comes, not from money or possessions, but from knowing and following Christ. Peace– We are freed from worrying about trivial things because of the inner peace we experience with God in our hearts. We work and pray for peace throughout the world. Patience– we demonstrate patience by treating others with thoughtfulness and tolerance. We know that we can overcome the temptations and sufferings of life because God is always with. Kindness– We live the virtue of kindness by treating others as we want to be treated. Goodness– We exhibit goodness when we honor God by avoiding sin and always trying to do what we know is right. Generosity– We demonstrate the fruit of generosity when we share our gifts and possessions with others. Gentleness– Gentle people act calmly and avoid actions that might lead others to anger or resentment. Faithfulness– We are faithful when we live out our commitment to the teaching of Jesus, the Scriptures, and the Catholic Church. Modesty– We exhibit modesty by being pure in our thoughts, words, and dress. Self-Control– We exercise self-control by working to overcome the temptations we face and by trying always to do God’s will. Chastity– We live the virtue of chastity when we us the gift of sexuality wisely, according to God’s plan. Faithfirst.com
