Pastor, Very Reverend Robert J. Kus .............................................................. ext. 111 RCIA/Social Ministries, Sister Isaac Koenig, S.U. ......................................... ext. 135 Director of Religious Education, Mr. John Walsh ......................................... ext. 114 Director of Hispanic Ministries, Ms. Norma Rivera ...................................... ext. 122 Business Manager, Ms. Sharon Marren ......................................................... ext. 158 Wedding and Missions Coordinator, Ms. Simone Payne ............................... ext. 129 Development Director, Ms. JoAnn Daley ....................................................... ext. 110 Parish Secretary, Ms. Simone Payne .............................................................. ext. 113 Bulletin Editor, Ms. Sandy O'Leary ............................. [email protected] Campus Director, Mr. Phil Davis ................................................................... ext. 115 Organist/Director of Music, Ms. Sara Bryant................................................. ext. 118 St. Mary Parish Bookstore.............................................................................. ext. 159 The Upper Room 1871 Event Coordinator, Mrs. Victoria Hudson…...910-538-9885 St. Mary School Principal, Ms. Joyce Price ................................................... ext. 153 St. Mary School Administrative Assistant, Ms. Susan Linn ........................... ext. 140
Liturgy Schedule
Saturday: ...... …………………5:30pm English 7pm Spanish
Sunday:……….8am, 9:30 am, & 11am English 12:30 pm in Spanish
Daily:………………... As published in bulletin
Mass in the Extraordinary Form…… Fourth Sunday of the month at 7pm
For information 910-891-1972
Sacraments
Baptism: Preparation prior to baptism is required. Parents should contact the Parish Office for details. Confirmation: Please contact the Faith Formation Office for more information. Reconciliation: 4:00–4:45 pm Saturdays or by appointment. Weddings: Contact the Pastor as soon as possible to set the wedding date and begin marriage preparation; preferably at least 3 months before your wedding. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the Parish Office to make arrangements. R.C.I.A.–Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults: Saturday: 9:00-10:00 am; RCIA Room, 1st Floor, Tileston Building
Education
The Saint Mary School: Grades Pre-K–8. The oldest Catholic School in North Carolina now
celebrating 145 years of education. Accredited by SACS-CASI.
Faith Formation: K–High School (Communion-Confirmation) Sunday: 11:00 am—Noon
September to May
CEPI De Santa María: Spanish Adult School, Tileston Gym Annex 2nd Floor
St. Mary Adult School: Art and ESL. Call office for times and dates.
Children, Youth & Young Adults
Nursery: 6 months–5 years Sunday: 9:30 Mass. Nursery, 1st Floor, Tileston Building
Grupo de Jóvenes Adultos: Monday: 7:30pm. Hispanic Ministry room, 1st
Floor Tileston Building
Social Outreach
St. Mary/Tileston Outreach:
Monday–Thursday 8:00-11:30am
St. Mary Health Center:
(Dental and Medical)
Tileston Gym Annex - Lower Floor
Walk-ins Welcome
For Appointment, call: 763-8163
stmaryhealthcenter.org
Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary: 412 Ann Street Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 Tel. 910-762-5491 Fax 910-762-9664 www.thestmaryparish.org Monday–Friday: 9am–4pm
The St. Mary School Office: 217 South Fourth Street Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 Tel. 910-762-5491 ext. 140 Fax 910-772-8034 www.thestmaryschool.org Monday–Friday: 8am–3pm
April 20, 2014
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord
2 Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary – April 19 and April 20, 2014 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord
Weekend Mass Schedule at a Glance Saturday Mass in English – 5:30 pm Saturday Mass in Spanish – 7:00 pm Sunday Mass in English – 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am Sunday Mass in Spanish – 12:30 pm
To schedule a Mass Intention, to donate the Altar Flowers, or for information on Baptism, please call the Parish Office at 762-5491.
Pastor’s Corner
My Dear Friends,
Today, Catholic Christians celebrate the highest feast day of the year: the Resurrection of the Lord—Easter. On behalf of the staff and faculty and other ministers of the parish of the Basilica Shrine of St. Mary I wish you and those you love a very Happy Easter!
Padre Gerardo, Padre Alex, and others of our sister parish in Honduras send their very best to one and all also!
Special congratulations go to all those who celebrated Sacraments of Initiation at the Basilica Shrine of St. Mary at the Easter Vigil Mass, the grandest Mass of the church year.
Baptisms: Joel Christopher Campbell, Karina Espinoza, Marco Espinoza, Giovani Garnica, Jocelyn Garnica-Lopez, Brian Gonzalez, Arli Hernandez, Flor Hernandez, Cristina Huerta, Breanna Jimenez, Layla Laezza, Camryn Leutgens, Ángel López, Brenda Pérez, Soledad Pérez, and Arturo Reyes-Martín.
Confirmations: Ana Laura Arzaluz, Monica Bautista-Hernández, Amanda Marie Bell, Joel Christopher Campbell, Gabriel Cruz-Ramírez, Maximinio Cruz-Pacheco, Crispin Durán-Calderon, Karina Espinoza, Marco Espinoza, Christel Filak, Jessica Fortier, Leonor Carolina Freites-Pino, Giovani Garnica, Jocelyn Garnica-López, Israel Garnica-Parada, Brian González, Lourdes González-Arzaluz, Molly Anne Hayworth, Arli Hernández, Flor Hernández, Cristina Huerta, Breanna Jiménez, Enrique Juárez-Álvarez, Layla Laezza, Camryn Leutgens, Victoria Bailey Liles, Ángel López, Rufina Martínez-Vásquez, Emiliana Marroquín-Tomás, Maria Marroquín-Tomás, Timoteo Marroquín-Tomás, Jorge Mora-Beneroso, Miguel Palacios-Albarral, Brenda Pérez, Soledad Pérez, Pedro Pérez-López, Luis Fernando Pérez-Marroquín, Arturo Reyes-Martín, César Rojas, Marcia Staunton, Leonel Valera-Cortés, Brittani Vallina, and Carmelita Vásquez-Gómez.
First Communions: Amanda Marie Bell, Joel Christopher Campbell, Gabriel Cruz-Ramírez, Maximino Cruz-Pacheco, Crispin Durán-Calderón, Karina Espinoza, Marco Espinoza, Christel Filak, Jessica Fortier, Victoria García-Cejas, Giovani Garnica, Jocelyn Garnica-López, Brian González, Genoveva González, Molly Anne Hayworth, Arli Hernández, Flor Hernández, Luis Hernández-Cruz, Cristina Huerta, Breanna Jiménez, Layla Laezza, Camryn Leutgens, Victoria Bailey Liles, Ángel López, Rufina Martínez-Vásquez, Emiliana Marroquín-Tomás, Maria Marroquín-Tomás, Jorge Mora-Beneroso, Donaciano Ordaz-Santana, Brenda Pérez, Soledad Pérez, Pedro Pérez-López, Luis Fernando Pérez-Marroquín, Arturo Reyes-Martín, César Rojas, Marcia Staunton, Brittani Vallina, and Carmelita Vásquez-Gómez.
I thank everyone who helped prepare these folks for their sacraments, especially to the leaders of the 3 branches of our RCIA Ministries: Sr. Isaac (English Adult), John Walsh (Youth) and Patricia Burgos (Spanish Adult).
Sincerely yours in Christ, Father Bob
Readings for the Week of April 20
Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43/Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8/Jn 20:1-9 or Mt 28:1-10 or Lk 24:13-35
Monday: Acts 2:14, 22-33/Mt 28:8-15 Tuesday: Acts 2:36-41/Jn 20:11-18 Wednesday: Acts 3:1-10/Lk 24:13-35 Thursday: Acts 3:11-26/Lk 24:35-48 Friday: Acts 4:1-12/Jn 21:1-14 Saturday: Acts 4:13-21/Mk 16:9-15 Next Sunday: Acts 2:42-47/1 Pt 1:3-9/Jn 20:19-31
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Liturgies and Paraliturgies Including Mass Intentions
Saturday, April 19 (Holy Saturday)
8:30 pm Mass — † Conrad Giacalone
Offered by The Giacalone Family
Sunday, April 20 (Easter Sunday) 6:30 am Mass — † Denis Boyle
Offered by Susan Reilly
8:00 am Mass — † Michael Koenig
Offered by The Koenig Family
9:30 am Mass — † Mary Pat Marren
Offered by Sharon Marren
11:00 am Mass — † The Bonner Family
Offered by Maria Bonner Jones
12:30 pm Mass — † Edward Michael Sauchelli
Offered by The Flores Family
Monday, April 21
7:30 am Mass — † Maria
Offered by Vera Lovell
Tuesday, April 22
7:30 am Mass — † Michael Koenig
Offered by The Sisters of Ursula
Wednesday, April 23
7:30 am Communion Service
Thursday, April 24
7:00 pm Mass — † The Metzgar Family
Offered by MaryAnn Metzgar
Friday, April 25
8:30 am Mass — † Edmund T. Silk
Offered by The Silk Family
Saturday, April 26
5:30 pm Mass — † Eleanor Antonaccio
Offered by The Antonaccio Family
7:00 pm Mass — Parishioners of the Basilica Shrine of St. Mary
Sunday, April 27 8:00 am Mass — † May Piccioni
Offered by Jeannie and Rich Cappellino
9:30 am Mass — † Rita Lowney
Offered by Bob Lowney
11:00 am Mass — † Dr. Douglas Newton
Offered by Marge Fenn
12:30 pm Mass — Parishioners of the Basilica Shrine of St. Mary
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary – April 19 and April 20, 2014 3
Please Pray for Our Sick
If you would like to have a name put on the list please call the church office or
email—[email protected]
Erica Acera James Bailey James Barry Susan Barry Carl Black
Deloris Bryant Marilyn Bunzel Margie Caceres Susan Cellars
Courtney Chase Andrea Creekmore Richelle Dombrosky
Chanda Fiskin Julia Freeman
Eleanor Greenfield Nathan Grogan
Abigail Herrmann Marguerite Higgins
Frances Hunley Karen Hunter Patti Jackson Brian Jacobs
Gertrude Jones Chase Thomas Kantrowitz
Danny Kenny
Ron Luther Mary San Marco Barbara Perino Patrick Quinn
Dee Dee Raymond Philip Rawls Ron Short
Juan David Sierra Carl Tilenni
Jared Wendt Ruth White
Dale Womeldorf
Victoria Hudson * Event Coordinator
910.538.9885 * [email protected] * upperroomnc.com
The Week Ahead In Our Parish Parish Office Hours
Monday—Friday
9:00 am—4:00 pm
Sunday, April 20 (Easter Sunday)
6:30 am Mass in English followed by regular Mass schedule
Adult Faith Formation—9:30 am in the Youth Room
Nursery – Available at the 9:30 am Mass in Room T323
English as a Second Language —10:45 am in the St. Mary School Cafeteria
NO Faith Formation—11:00 am—Noon in the Upper and Lower School Building
RICA in Spanish—11:00 am in Room T303
Practica de la Banda Latina de Domingo—11:00 am in room T318
Monday, April 21
Contemporary Choir Rehearsal—7:00 pm in the Tileston Building
Hispanic Young Adult Group (El grupo de jóvenes adultos)- 7:30 pm in Tileston
Grupo De Alcohólicos Anónimos—8:00 – 9:30 pm en el gimnasio
Tuesday, April 22
Prayer Shawl Ministry—10:00 am in the Tileston Building
Practica de la Banda Latina de Domingo—7:00 pm in Room T318
Wednesday, April 23
Women’s Contemplative Prayer—1:30 pm in Room T325
Children’s Choir Rehearsal—4:15 pm—5:15 pm in the Amy Bradley Room
Adult Confirmation Class—6:30 pm
Thursday, April 24
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament—following morning Mass in the Basilica
Divine Mercy Chaplet – 12:30 pm in the Chapel
Renaissance Choir Rehearsal—7:30 pm—9:00 pm in the Music Office
Friday, April 25
Grupo De Alcohólicos Anónimos - 8:00 – 9:30 pm en el gimnasio
Hispanic Prayer Group—8:00 pm
Saturday, April 26
First Communion—All Masses
Hispanic Youth Retreat—8:00 am
R.C.I.A—9:00 —10:30 am in the Tileston Building
Gospel Choir Practice—10:30 am in the Basilica
Julieta Antonio and Gilberto Cruz Wedding—2:00 pm in the Basilica
RCIC Class—3:30 pm in Room T325
Reconciliation—4:00 pm in the Basilica
Sunday, April 27
First Communion—All Masses
Hispanic Youth Retreat—8:00 am
Adult Faith Formation—9:30 am in the Youth Room
Nursery – Available at the 9:30 am Mass in Room T323
English as a Second Language —10:45 am in the St. Mary School Cafeteria
Faith Formation—11:00 am—Noon in the Upper and Lower School Building
RICA in Spanish—11:00 am in Room T303
Practica de la Banda Latina de Domingo—11:00 am in room T318
Historic Church Tour—3:00 pm
Up-to-date Parish Calendar can be found on the website:thestmaryparish.org ** Please check with individual ministries for time/date changes**
Located in the Tileston Building
Saturday - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Sunday - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tuesday - Friday - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
762-5491 ext. 159
You may also email us at [email protected]
The St. Mary Parish Bookstore
CENTERING PRAYER—An hour of contemplating prayer and the Centering practice. Wednesdays from 1:00—2:00 pm. Contact Joan Regan at 383-2804 or centeringprayer.com. THE LITURGY OF THE HOURS—will be said Monday - Thursday at 7:05 am. Everyone is invited, books are available as is instruction. ST. MARY AAMEN CHAPTER—Chapter meetings are held Fourth Sunday of each month at 4:00 pm in the Tileston Building. BLESSED SACRAMENT—Every Thursday after the 7:30 a.m. Mass for one hour. CAMILLUS MINISTRY—Ministry Co-Coordinators, Sue Reilly ([email protected]) and Eileen Mankin ([email protected]) EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS AND LECTORS—We are in need of both Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors at all of the masses. Please contact Stephanie Watts if you are interested in serving: 799-7623 or [email protected]. THE NEWCOMER WELCOME AND HOSPITALITY MINISTRY—needs your assistance to help our new members become part of our parish family. For more information, please contact Erin Buller at 910-833-7164 or [email protected] or thestmaryparish.org/newcomer. YOUNG FAMILES AND COUPLES GROUP—meets monthly. Contact Erin Buller for more information about meeting time and place. 910-833-7164 or [email protected] or thestmaryparish.org/newcomer. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS COURT 1036—Meets the Second Sunday of the month at 3:45 pm in the St. Mary School Cafeteria. For more information, please contact Julie LaChance, Regent, at 910-352-8822. FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION—Following Mass until 2:00 pm
ST. MARY NURSERY—Volunteers are needed to help staff our Sunday nursery during the 9:30 am mass. Please contact [email protected]. MUSIC MINISTRIES—Contact: Sara Bryant at 762-5491 ext. 118, or [email protected]. Boys and Girls Choir (grades 2—6) meet on Wednesdays at 4:15. The Renaissance Choir meets each Thursday in the Mu-sic Office from 7:30—9:00 pm.
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Parish Happenings
Additional cantors are needed for the 9:30 Sunday mass. Cantors serve about once a month.
If you are interested, please contact Sara Bryant, Director of Music at 910-762-5491 ext. 118, or
“A Stitch….A Prayer….The Touch of God”
Our Prayer Shawl ministry offers warmth and the mes-sage of God’s blessings to those in need of comfort. Members of this ministry knit and crochet special shawls and blankets that receive a pastoral blessing. These hand-made items are made available to anyone experi-
encing a physical or emotional crisis. Recipients realize that they are not alone but are wrapped in the love and power of God. Some Prayer Shawl Ministry members do their knitting and crocheting at regular meetings (10:00am on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each month) others prefer to work exclusively from home. This ministry is open to anyone with willing hands. You don’t have to be a mem-ber of Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary. You don’t even have to know how to knit or crochet! We will show you how. Call Noreen at 798-0055 for more information on this wonderful ministry. If you know of anyone who needs the warmth and comfort of a prayer shawl, call Noreen and she will make arrangements to get one to you. Again, you or the recipient need not be a member of our congregation. God's love and comfort is for all.
Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors are needed for all
masses. If interested in joining this ministry, please
contact Stephanie Watts at: 799-7623 or
St. Mary Nursery News
The parish nursery could use some more volunteers. The nursery is
available during the 9:30 a.m. mass on Sundays. On average the volun-
teers are only in the nursery one Sunday a month. If you are interested
please contact Michelle Timmons at [email protected].
St. Mary English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
10:30 am -12:15 pm in the Tileston Building De' Corbett, Director
Classes now meet, since January, in a classroom of Tileston’s first floor from 10:30 am—12:15 pm. If you would like to assist this program, please contact Sister Marion at 910-251-3606. Leave your name and a number where you can be reached.
Prayer
Coffee and donuts!
Join the young families and couples
ministry for coffee and donuts in the school
cafeteria on April 27 after the 9:30 Mass.
And mark your calendars for our first family
service project on Saturday, May 10 at 9:30.
Details to follow!
Around the Area
Making decisions about schooling for your children can be overwhelming. May-be you are considering homeschooling for your family? If so, there is a Catholic Homeschool group in our Wilmington area called “Ark of the Covenant”. We meet regularly for feast day celebrations, family rosaries, crafts, service projects, fun and fellowship. If you would like more information or have any questions concerning home-schooling, contact: Tracy Bua Smith: [email protected] or call 910-233-0696 .
Camillus Minsters Needed — Will you spend one or two hours a week to bring the Holy Eucharist to members of St. Mary's who are not able to come to Mass? There are parishioners in private homes and nursing homes who hope you say, "Yes." You can usually serve any day, day time or evening. Please
contact Sue Reilly at 796-9613, [email protected]
The Liturgical Choir from NC State University
will visit St. Mary on May 4, and will provide music at the 9:30 and
11:00 masses. The Liturgical Choir was founded in 2013 to serve the
Catholic campus ministry at NC State and Meredith College in Ra-
leigh. Comprised of college students and community members, the choir
sings throughout the school year at the Sunday evening campus ministry
Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The group is directed by Jeff Rice, Di-
rector of Music at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Community in Graham,
NC.
If you were baptized Catholic but just haven’t been to Mass in a while, or
maybe you left the practice of your Catholic faith for a particular reason,
then Welcome Home is for you. The program is being offered at Immac-
ulate Conception at 6650 Carolina Beach Road in the De Sales Faith
Formation Center Annecy Room on Tuesdays, 6:30—8:00 pm. For more
information: Marion Schweis at [email protected] or 910-313-0286.
“Via Cruces” - Meditation Garden
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Tamisiea extend an invitation for
St. Mary parishioners and guests to visit their medita-
tion garden trail and pray the Stations of the Cross. No
phone call or arrival announcement is necessary. The
meditation garden is located at 6207 Fox Run Road in
Wilmington. Take the second road right off of Old Military Road which
is off of Greenville Loop, near Bradley Creek Elementary School. Enter
the driveway and park. “Via Cruces” is to your left.
They hope that many will take advantage of this garden experience for
reflection and devotion to our Lord.
“Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking
Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has
been raised just as he said. Come and see the
place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his
disciples, “He has been raised from the dead,
and he is going before you to Galilee; there you
will see him.” Behold, I have told you.
- Mt 28:5b-7
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Divorced? Remarried?
Planning to marry someone who is divorced?
Did you know that the Tribunal is available to answer questions about
freedom to marry in the Catholic Church and any questions you may
have about remarriage? Please contact Mrs. Vikki Newell (919-821-
9759) with your questions, or you may wish to visit our website
www.dioceseofraleigh.org/how/tribunal for further information.
We welcome the opportunity to help you.
Divine Mercy Sunday
Cape Fear Deanery
April 27, 2014
Through St. Faustina, Our Lord revealed His request for a solemn cele-
bration in honor of His Mercy on the Second Sunday of Easter. We wel-
come you to join us as we gather and join others the world over who
have similarly been drawn to acknowledge the mercy we all need to
receive. The Novena to the Divine Mercy begins on Good Friday.
St. Stanislaus Parish, Castle Hayne, NC, the host parish for the Divine
Mercy Sunday celebration for the Cape Fear Deanery, is April 27th
@3:00pm. This celebration will include a procession of the Blessed Sac-
rament led by the Knights of Columbus. Knights from all over the Cape
Fear Deanery will be participating.
Every Catholic in the Caper Fear Deanery is invited and encouraged to
attend and participate in this devotion.* Divine Mercy brochures con-
taining the Novena and the Chaplet are available for anyone who wishes
to prepare themselves to fully obtain the promised mercies and graces by
praying the Chaplet and Novena.
* Following the celebration, we will enjoy a potluck supper in the fel-
lowship hall. Covered dishes are appreciated.
Come join us at our spring dinner dance sponsored by Handicapped Encounter Christ on Friday, May 2 from 6:30 to 9:30 at St. Michaels Par-ish Center ($25 per person). For res-ervations or more information, contact
Charlie and Marty Coe (919-832-7237) or [email protected]. Want to enrich your spiritual and social life? You are invited to join us at the Handicapped Encounter Christ Spring Retreat, June 20-21, at the Short Journey Center in Smithfield. We are in need of able-bodied partners for our physically disabled members. Training is offered and new able-bodied volunteers are part-nered with experienced community members. The cost is $45 for the retreat. Scholarships are available and there is no charge for college students. This is a wonderful ministry and an opportunity to receive much more than you give! To volunteer or for more information, please contact Charlie and Marty Coe, 919-832 7237, [email protected]
Carolina Catholic gets ignited! For our first show in April, Carolina Catholic gets ignited at the Ignited by Truth Conference held in Raleigh on the weekend of March 28 and 29. In part one of this show, we will chat with both Dr. Scott Hahn and his bride, Kimberly Hahn, about their conversions, their trip to Italy, and their excitement at the canoniza-tion of Pope John Paul II. In part two of this show, we will chat with Jennifer Fulwiler, an atheist turned Catholic, and author of Something Other Than God. We will also speak to Dr. Patrick Fagan about what social research data has demonstrated about the positive role that faith-filled families fulfill in our present day society. Part one of this exciting show will air on 93.1 FM, WBPL-LP, on the second and third weekend of April, and part two will air only on the weekend of April 26 and 27. These shows will air Saturdays, April 19th, and 26th at 11 a.m. and Sundays, April 20th, and 27th at 6 p.m. This show can also be heard on www.wilmingtoncatholicradio.com by clicking on the Carolina Catholic tab. May God bless the rest of your Lent and your Easter-time.
The Area Agency On Aging presents a FREE workshop on
Fraud & Scam Prevention for Seniors
“Modern Times Modern Crimes: Are You Protected?”
May 15, 2014
Sign-in & Light Breakfast 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Program 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Winter Park Baptist Church Community Center
West Bldg. - 4700 Wrightsville Ave.
You Must Register by May 9th to attend.
Contact Janeen at 910-395-4553, ext. 205 or [email protected]
Guest Speakers from various NC government agencies including the NC
Division on Aging & Adult Services, the Secretary of State’s office,
Better Business Bureau, the District Attorney’s office & the NC Depart-
ment of Insurance. There will be a Discussion Panel following.
50+ Catholic Cruise Please join fellow 50+ “Youngsters” on a 5-Night Caribbean Cruise to the Bahamas on Friday, 09/19 through Wednesday, 09/24 on the Carnival Fantasy out of Charleston, SC with Father Philip Scarcella, PhD, J.C.D. Prices begin at only $358.00 per person which includes daily Mass, $50.00 onboard credit per person, and all port fees and taxes. A deposit of $100.00 will reserve your cabin. Motor Coach from Charlotte only $100.00 additional round trip. For further information or to make your reservation, contact Terri DeLuca at 980-218-9029 or [email protected]
HUNGRY HEART? Want to awaken your DE-
SIRE....embrace your DESIGN.....reach your DESTI-
NY?? Renowned Theology of the Body speaker &
author of “Fill These Hearts” CHRISTOPHER
WEST will offer the COR Seminar on Saturday July
26 which blends Live music, Videos, and Presenta-
tions about the teachings of Blesses Pope John Paul
II. Join us on the journey of redemption and healing
to build a culture of Life & true Love! This special
event has limited seating at St. Michael’s in Cary, NC
where Bishop Burbidge will celebrate a special Mass
that morning. Get your tickets before it’s sold out
from your Parish volunteer or online for a flat fee at
http://tiny.cc/COR-726; Group discount available! If any questions,
contact local Event leaders at [email protected] or (919) 589
-COR4.
Are you looking to put Christ in your marriage? Attend the
next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and learn
how to refocus your marriage on what is most important.
The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Week-
ends are May 16-18, 2014 in Raleigh, NC and Aug 1-3,
2014 in Charlotte, NC . Early sign up is highly recommended.
For more information visit our website at: NCMarriageDiscovery.org or
contact [email protected] or 704-315-2144.
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Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord
Social Ministry
Spring has come and there is new life all around us. That is what
resurrection means, and today we celebrate the fact that Jesus has gifted us
with eternal life. I write this so easily…we shall live forever. What a
miracle we partake in. We know that death isn’t the end. St. Paul sums it
up – if Christ did not rise, did not do what He said he was going to do, then
our faith is in vain. But Jesus is alive and well. No wonder we sing
Alleluia.
Our lives are filled with stories of resurrection Here at the Outreach it has
become a vital part of our Mission statement for we exist to give hope to
one another and to all we meet. Yes, the clothing, the food, the furniture,
the dishes, the funds, etc., etc., etc., are all here, because of so many
people’s generosity, but the basic gift we have to offer each other is to
listen to them, respect the differences and serve them. It is no small task
but today’s Feast, the central one in our Liturgical Year, gives us the
reason why we do what we do. Jesus is alive and well. The linens that
bound Him are gone, folded neatly and left on the tomb. The Angel tells
the women “He is not here!” Find Him, for he goes before you. We need
to loosen up the cloths that bind us so we can serve our brothers and
sisters. Alleluia!
Our semi-annual Yard Sale netted about $3,300 These funds will do
wonders for our “One Woman, Three Men and a Truck” program. Thank
you for all your support.
I think we can say a few Alleluias about that accomplishment!
Office of Social Ministry Sister Isaac
RCIA
We rejoice with our newest members who came into our
community Holy Saturday evening. New we will spend
the Easter Season deepening this great experience. It is
called Mytagogia.
Special Need of the Week
The Outreach Ministry reopens on Tuesday, April 22nd at 8:30 am.
Our Children’s department is asking for 3-10 month clothing for boys;
Girls sizes 2T and 3T and as already requested boy’s sizes 14-18.
If possible please hold on to winter clothing until the fall as we can not
store it because we are in basement and mildew sets in pretty quickly.
We can also use some sippy cups.
Providing dental services to
children ages 3-18
without Medicaid or dental
insurance.
For more information visit us at
www.stmaryhealthcenter.org
ST. BRENDAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
Shallotte, NC
FIRST ANNUAL FIESTA MEXICANA
Saturday, May 3, 2014
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Authentic Mexican Food
Mexican beer, wine and
cold drinks
Music and dancing all day
Games for children
If you would like to be a
sponsor, please contact
Sister Mary Teresa
910-200-9209
Pope Francis to Canonize
Blessed John XXIII and
John Paul II on
April 27, 2014,
Divine Mercy Sunday
Pope John XXIII and Pope John
Paul II: Beloved Popes
Pope John XXIII and Pope John Paul II were beloved popes known for
their openness, their sense of humor and their humble and generous spir-
its.
Coach Cutcliffe
to speak at
Catholic Charities Gala
April 26
The 2013 National Coach of the Year
award winner, Duke University football
coach David Cutcliffe, will be the featured
speaker at the Catholic Charities fourth annual Celebrate God’s Gifts
Gala, to be held April 26, 2014, at the downtown Raleigh Marriott.
Online registration for individual tickets is now available at the Catholic
Charities website.
In the first two months of the 2014 Bishop’s Annual Ap-peal, “Grateful to God, Generous to Neighbor,” Diocesan faithful have pledged over $4 million. Parishes across the Diocese have begun to surpass their goals. The early pledges toward the goal of $6,374,554 have been re-ceived from more than 13,000 families.
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary – April 19 and April 20, 2014 7
Liturgical Ministers’ Schedule Weekend of April 26 — April 27
Second Sunday of Easter For Masses in English
~ Schedule does not show substitutions ~
Saturday
5:30 pm
Sunday
8:00 am
Sunday
9:30 am
Sunday
11:00 am
V. Campbell S. Elder S. Hutko R. Little S. Watts
D. Wiggins T. Wilson
M. Adkins J. Bost
J. Cappellino E. Flewwellin
L. Newton L. Parker S. Parker
L. Dezio K. Herdemian
B. Murtagh J. Murtagh L. Vacek
G. Worsley J. Young
T. Bruhn T. Cordon J. Francis
G. Hill D. Linkfield K. Moore R. Young
N. Burrell R. Cicchetti
E. Grace
E. Stumph
C. Coco J. Marsili
M. Leta C. Hite
A. Aaron F. Hutko
J. Rodrigues
C.J. Bost J.P. Cantonwine
C. West
O. Frelke A. Pafford T. Shibley
E. Cordon C. Leta
T. Moore
T. Barton P. Lachance F. Bindewald F. Bindewald
H. Lange G. Doye M. Flores B. Kenny
F. Bua F. Grant
R. Keegan R. Jenski T. Longo
A. DeVega H. Bielawa B. Ozment D. Keefe C. Black
C. Mongelli
T. Patton R. Lowney L. Franks J. Patton L. Dezio S. Frelke
L. Johnson F. Romeo
E. Burke N. Cahill J. Morris
M. Fedarko J. Prantil J. Newton
~ Stewardship of Treasure ~ March 16, 2014
Envelopes Mailed: 1634 Envelopes Returned: 400
Offertory Budget Education 03/16/2014 $ 16,279.03 $ 16,500.00 $ 21.00 07/01/2013 to $ 672,019.83 $ 671,500.00 $ 25,672.97
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Mission Corner
Rosibel of Reitoca
Rosibel is one of the
youth of Reitoca who
has a great devotion to
the parish and to Laura,
Fr. Bob, and other St.
Mary visitors. During
our February 2014
visit, Rosibel hung out
with us on our trips to
visit outlying churches
of the parish, and she
served as the assistant
for Brother Octavio
who was filming for documentaries of our sister parish work.
Bulletin Deadline
The bulletin deadline is Friday at noon, the week before publication on
Sunday. Please email information to: [email protected]
On the evening of Tuesday, March
25, 2014 parishioner Elizabeth
“Betty” Grace, RN was honored at
the 41st Annual Cape Fear Council
of Governments Meeting & Awards
Banquet with the Area Agency on
Aging 2013 “What You Do Makes
A Difference” award. Betty has
served as the NC Senior Tar Heel
Legislature Delegate for New Hano-
ver County advocating for older
adults and their caregivers since 2006. She is currently a member of the
Cape Fear Elder Abuse Prevention Network and participates in their
community outreach skit group. She is an active member & chairperson
of our Regional Aging Advisory Council. She serves as the Chair of the
New Hanover County Senior Resource Center’s Home and Community
Care Block Grant committee. Betty is an integral part of the Special
Needs Sheltering/Individual Care Coordination Center with New Hano-
ver County Emergency Management during times of disasters. For
more than 20 years, she has been a board member and volunteer nurse
for the Cape Fear Clinic (formerly known as the Tileston Health Clinic),
helping lead that organization during a time of incredible need in our
city. Betty and her husband Ed are dedicated members of the Basilica
Shrine of St. Mary and help with their many outreach and assistance
programs.
April 20, 2014
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As the Church celebrates the resurrection of Jesus
Christ, the words of the psalmist echo in our hearts:
"This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and
be glad." We rejoice in Christ's triumph over sin and
death and recognize that in Him we discover newness of life.
We are privileged to share in Christ's victory through the sacraments of
the Church, which restore us to a life of grace. Thus, we are inspired to
draw ever closer to Our Lord Jesus, most especially in our frequent cele-
bration of the Sacrament of Penance and our faithful participation in the
Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and reception of the Holy Eucharist, the
source of our strength.
With the apostles and disciples, we too are sent forth to be witnesses to
the Risen Lord. We do so through the holiness of our lives, the practice
of our faith and the generous outreach and compassion we extend to
others, particularly those most in need. More than ever, others need to
see the joy we have in our relationship with Jesus and in our commit-
ment to live according to His Gospel. In this way, we invite others to
faith in Jesus Christ and contribute to building up the Church.
During this Easter season, I pray that God will renew our faith in Chrisf s
victory over sin and death. May Our Risen Lord abundantly bless you
and your family with His peace and joy in this holy season and always.
Sincerely in Christ,
Michael F. Burbidge Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge
From the Office of the Bishop
8 Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary – April 19 and April 20, 2014 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord
From the Principal Joyce M. Price
Will Return Next Week
SAVE THE DATE! APRIL 25, 2014!
The WILD WEST PARTY is coming! Includes: Western dinner, dancing, music, drinks and the
Original Butt Sketch Tickets on sale NOW.
Tickets $50 after Spring Break
For tickets—Ask any HSA member, Susan Linn and Tickets will be sold after school.
Wild West Proceeds this year go to: NEW GYM FLOOR IN TILESTON
The original Tileston gym floor was placed in 1954 and is used by many groups in our community. It is in need of replacement and we need your help!
Donations of all amounts are Welcome and Appreciated
Donor recognition will be as listed:
$1000 and up = Gold Level donors: Will have their name/business name
on banner and on board
$500 - $999 = Silver Level donors: names designated on board
$100 - $499 = Bronze Level donors: names designated on board
Ashley Basinger
431-9644 or [email protected]
St. Mary Athletic Booster Club We are seeking individuals for the following board positions for the 2014-2015 school year: President, Vice President, and Treasurer
If you are interested in serving as a Booster Club board mem-b e r , p l e a s e c o n t a c t D a v e S u m m e r f i e l d ([email protected]) or Tony Viollis ([email protected]). Additionally, there is a Booster Club General Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 23rd from 6:30pm-7:30pm in the St. Mary School Gym. Please come find out how you can help out.
St Mary Catholic School Athletic Awards Banquet hosted by the Athletic Booster Club. May 8th, 2014 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm.
Upper Room 1871 To honor our athletes and coaches for their commitment and accomplishments during this past year. Details: Athletes and coaches may attend for free. All other attendees will be $5 per person. Dinner will be catered by Coastal Catering and will be served starting at 6:00pm. The program will begin promptly at 6:30pm. If you have any pictures you would like to share from this past year, please for-ward to Brian Costello at [email protected]. Coaches and Parents: please be on the look out for an e-invitation shortly and RSVP as soon as possible. Please contact David Summerfield with any questions at [email protected].
Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra and Junior Strings Free Concert
April 27th at 4:00 pm
UNCW Kenan Auditorium
Free tickets available one hour prior to concert
St. Mary Catholic School is very proud of Caitlyn Patterson, winner of
the Junior Division of the
37th annual Richard R. Deas Student Concerto Competition!
Check out St. Mary School Facebook Page
www.facebook.com/thestmaryschool
You do not have to be a facebook subscriber to view our page.
St. Mary School Announces Joshua 1:9 Scholarship Fund
An anonymous donor has established the “Joshua 1:9 Scholarship Fund”
to provide tuition assistance for children of a single parent or those who
are African American or Hispanic that wish attend St. Mary Catholic
School.
The seed for the Joshua 1:9 Scholarship Fund was sown more than 60
years ago. It was born as a result of the gratitude of two young children
of a single parent who were given the opportunity for a Catholic educa-
tion. The donor credits the many teachers who guided, educated and
prepared them for a productive life. The Joshua 1:9 Scholarship Fund is a
way of giving back by giving the gift of Catholic education to other chil-
dren.
Families interested in tuition support at St. Mary Catholic School should
contact the school office directly at 910-762-5491, x140 for details re-
garding general admission and tuition assistance guidelines.
The Joshua 1:9 Scholarship Fund, which is administered by the North
Carolina Community Foundation, is currently accepting tax-deductible
donations. Tax deductible contributions may be mailed to: NCCF, PO
Box 991, Wilmington, NC 28402. For more information about donating
to the fund, please call 910-509-7256 or visit
www.nccommunityfoundation.org .
Mrs. Lenz’s First Grade Mrs. Lenz’s first grade class has been learning about rocks and minerals in science. We have examined the three different types of rocks and learned
how they are formed. We have also gone on a rock hunt and brought rocks and soil samples in from our homes to observe and compare with our friends.