Father I have sinned against heaven and
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Father I have sinned against heaven and
March 24, 2013/24 de Marzo 2013 “… Welcome the stranger, serve the poor, free the oppressed, speak out for justice, and love one another.” March 6, 2016 “… Father I have sinned against heaven and against you; I no longer deserve to be called your son.” Luke 15:21 Parish Information Opening Our Hearts to Christ and to the World Abriendo Nuestros Corazones a Cristo y al Mundo Phone: 404-696-6704 Fax: 404-696-4735 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. After Hours/Emergency Line: 304-280-3588 Email: [email protected] Website: saintpaulofthecross.org St-Paul-of-the-Cross-Catholic-Church Follow@SaintPaulATL Pastoral Staff Rev. Fr. Jerome McKenna, C.P., Pastor Rev. Fr. Alberto Cabrera, C.P., Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. Hilliard M. Lee, Jr., Deacon Rev. Mr. Joseph Goolsby, Deacon Rev. Mr. George Smith, Deacon MASSES Sunday: 7:00am (Espanol), 10:00am (English) 1:00pm (Espanol) Monday - Friday: 7:30am Wednesday: 7:30am Communion Service Saturday: 9:00am Communion Service Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:30pm (English) Eucharistic Adoration First Friday Mass: 12:00 noon. (followed by Exposition) Divine Mercy Chaplet: 3:00pm Benediction: 8:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 4:00pm (or contact the office for an appt.) Sacrament of Baptism First and Third Sundays (except during Lent) Preparation Class: 2nd Saturdays of each month. Contact the office for information. Sacrament of Matrimony Contact the Pastor at least six months before setting a date. Anointing and Visitation of the Sick Contact the Pastor or the Parochial Vicar Adult Faith Enrichment Served by the Passionist Bible Study: Thursdays, 3:00pm Community Founded in 1954 Prayer Group: Tuesdays, 6:00pm FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 6TH 2016 T he Pastor’s Corner My dear Parishioners, We have reached the mid-point of Lent, and from what I gather, the small discussion groups involved in the Lenten Longings Program are hard at it, enthusiastically, I might add. Such gatherings are not only convenient for one who wishes to delve more deeply into the Christ life; they are, in fact, essential in today’s world. It is extremely difficult for an individual Christian to make it on her or his own. We all need the support of others in all life’s endeavors but even more so for our faith journey, which is the most important endeavor we shall ever undertake. Sharing our faith with others is not always easy or comfortable. But once trust develops, wonderful things happen, among them, the sense of freedom that cuts down our fears and allows us to be truly ourselves within the group but also beyond the group. Conversation is a wonderful experience when it is open, when it is not controlled or dominated by a single voice but rather engaged in equally. These Lenten gatherings, focusing as they do in the Word of God, are bound to bear fruit within the group but—and this is so important — also beyond where we work or study or socialize. Our culture seems permeated by a crudeness and rudeness that can only be overcome by civility and charity. Lenten Longings is a great garden for cultivating those great virtues. - Fr. Jerome, C.P. March 6- 12, 2016 Sunday, 10:00 am: People of the Parish Monday, 7:30 am: Moses Addison, Jr. † (req. Mjumbe & Jean Ashe Family) Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 7:30 am : Intention of the Donors Wednesday, 7:30 am & Saturday, 9:00 am: Communion Service Pope Francis’ March Prayer Intentions Families in Difficulty. That families in need may receive the necessary support and that children may grow up in healthy and peaceful environments. Persecuted Christians. That those Christians who, on account of their faith, are discriminated against or are being persecuted, may remain strong and faithful to the Gospel, thanks to the incessant prayer of the Church. THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT - Laetare Sunday Sunday, March 6, 2016 9:00a Choir Rehearsal - Meeting Room 11:30a Religious Education - School 11:30a Altar Rosary Society - Spiritual Center Monday, March 7 2:00p Legion of Mary - Spiritual Center - Media Room 7:30p English Classes - School Tuesday, March 8 10:00a Jolly Bunch - Spiritual Center 6:30p Lenten Longings - Media Room 7:00p Pastoral Council - Meeting Room 7:30p Hispanic Bible Study - School Wednesday, March 9 6:30p Lenten Longings - School 7:30p Spanish Mass - Chapel at Spiritual Center Thursday, March 10 10:30a, 3:00p & 7:30p Lenten Longings - SC 7:00p Hispanic Choir Rehearsal - Church Friday, March 11 10:00a Lenten Longings - SC 3:00p Stations of the Cross (English) - Church 3-8p KPC Fish Fry during Lent - School Hall 6:30p Hispanic Prayer Group - Church 7:00p Via Crucis (Spanish) - Church Saturday, March 12 9:00a KPC 301 Monthly Meeting - Spiritual Center 2:00p The Adult Choir Male Quartet - Church 6p-8p ULTREYA (Welcome Dinner) - Spiritual Center Stewardship Feb. 28, 2016: $ 6,983.00 (Including Mail-in Contributions) Needed: $12,000.00 Offertory Easter Flowers Teen Ministry Feb. Breakfast Home Missions $6,133.00 $295.00 $125.50 $20.00 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN GOAL Pledges Received Parishioner Sacrificial Contributions: Dec. 20, 2015 Dec. 27, 2015 Jan. 03, 2016 Jan. 11, 2016 Jan. 17, 2016 Jan. 24, 2016 Jan. 31, 2016 Hispanic Food Sales Feb. 7, 2016 Feb. 1 4, 2016 Feb. 21, 2016 Feb. 28, 2016 Non-parishioner Contributions: Sacrificial Contributions Sub-total to date: $900,000.00 $626,699.00 Total Payments Received to Date: $548,309.80 $5,450.00 $5,670.00 $9,572.00 $2,170.00 $1,105.00 $220.00 $205.00 $525.00 $110.00 $155.00 $100.00 $3,300.00 $28,582.00 Capital Campaign Contributions may be made up to the end of June 2016. Page 2 FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 6TH 2016 Our Sick, Homebound and hospitalized ANNOUNCEMENTS….. EVERY FRIDAY DURING LENT, starting February 12th to March 18th from 3:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M. At the School Cafeteria - SPONSORED BY THE KNIGHTS OF PETER CLAVER (Carry Outs — Come In and order). REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Mary Williams Philip Wiltz Leslie Collins Grace Hinds Daisy Barhams Mary Wiggins Jeanie Sadler Marynell Brooks Myrna Yancey William Leggett Martha Barnes Matthew Catel Jean Ashe Alfreda Yancey Janelle Todd Bryan Medina Delores Green Pauline Pitts Merlin Todd Walter Longino Bobby Morales Joyce McBee Richard, Ryan, Jr. Annette Whittaker Carolyn Stoutermire CRS RICE BOWL - WHAT YOU CAN GIVE UP FOR LENT CHANGES LIVES : HUNGERING TO LEARN: We journey with CRS Rice Bowl to the Central American country of Honduras, where we meet students who are learning that it’s better to help your neighbor learn and grow than to leave him or her behind. To whom Jubilee Year of Mercy During this Jubilee Year of Mercy many wonderful things are happening in the church and around the world. There is a noticeable interest in the Church among persons seeking a faith community. St. Paul of the Cross Parish has been blessed in this way. While we will welcome some into the Catholic Church during the Easter Vigil this year, others are taking instruction in the Faith. Parishioners are asked to keep all of these good people in your prayers. They bring a special significance to our celebration of “Laetare” (Rejoice) Sunday! are we called to extend a hand this week? Visit crsricebowl.org for more. Save the Date . . . "Senior Services Awareness" Health Forum at St. Paul of the Cross School Auditorium, Saturday, April 23, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Courtesy of the Women's Society. Congratulations to the Newly Weds! Luis C. Bruno and Elvira S. Pacheco They were married on February 27th, 2016 by Fr. Alberto at Saint Paul of the Cross. God bless you and unite your hearts in the enduring bond of true love. “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me” (Mt 25:40). Today, we are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The Catholic Relief Services collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, in those who suffer from unjust laws, and in those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe and right here in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Through your support with today’s collection, you help Jesus in disguise. Please be generous. Coming Events: Mar. 19: Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of Mary Mar. 20: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Mar. 24-26: Sacred Triduum Mar. 27: Easter Sunday Apr. 2: Parish Easter .Retreat Apr. 9: Black Catholic Pastoral Planning Day Apr. 16: Community Forum on Brain Health Apr. 25: 58th Anniversary of Fr. Jerome’s Ordination May 8: Feast of the Ascension—Mother’s Day Page 3 Our Parish Staff Ms. Patricia Elguera, Administrative Assistant Ms. Alison Mason, Adult Faith Formation Ms. Veronica Hodges-Johnson, Religious Education Ms. Kristi Crawford, Youth Ministry Dr. Lawrence Weaver, Music Director Dr. Gregory Nash, Music Associate Mr. Elmer Cortez, Bookkeeper Mr. Eric Mannings, Facilities Manager Mr. Edgardo Rubio, Custodian CUARTO DOMINGO DE CUARESMA 6 DE MARZO, 2016 CUARTO DOMINGO DE CUARESMA ¡Bienvenidos a San Pablo de la Cruz! Estamos ya en la mitad de nuestro camino cuaresmal, y en este Domingo la Liturgia nos contagia un tono festivo y gozoso. Hoy es el llamado Domingo “laetare” palabra que significa ‘Alegraos’. Esta idea esta en todas la oraciones del día y lo mismo en todas las lecturas del día. Santa Misa en Español: Domingos, 7 a.m. y 1 p.m. Todos los Miércoles a las 7:30 p.m. en la capilla. Horas de Oficina: Lunes - Jueves, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. P. Alberto Cabrera, cp.: 347.819.5968 Numero de Teléfono (Oficina): 404-696-6704 Numero de Teléfono (Emergencia): 304-280-3588 Educación Religiosa: Se ofrece a ninos desde los 4 a los 18 anos. Las clases son antes de la Misa de 11:45am - 12:30pm, de Agosto 24 a Mayo. Josue, 5, 9-12 nos presenta el momento en que el pueblo de Israel entra en la Tierra Prometida y celebra gozoso la fiesta de la Pascua en Libertad. De ahora en adelante también las manifestaciones del amor de Dios serán nuevas, como nueva es la historia de libertad del pueblo y nueva la tierra que de ahora en adelante los enriquecerá con sus frutos. 2 Cor. 5, 17-21 En la segunda lectura el apóstol Pablo anuncia que la Reconciliación con Dios, más que un esfuerzo humano, es una Gracia que se ofrece a todos a través de Cristo. “El que es de Cristo es una criatura nueva. Lo antiguo ha pasado, lo Nuevo ha comenzado”, resuena un sentimiento de profunda alegría y agradecimiento. Lc. 15, 1-32 El autor con la narración de la parábola del “Hijo prodigo” recalca la alegría del Padre por el regreso de su hijo perdido: “deberías alegrarte, por que ese hermano tuyo estaba muerto y ha revivido, estaba perdido y lo hemos encontrado…” Nosotros aún estamos en camino, pero ya entrevemos el final; y al final del camino esta la celebración gozosa de la Pascua. Frente a esta parábola vale la pena nos interroguemos a nosotros mismos y tratemos de ubicarnos o identificarnos con alguno de los personajes que nos presenta la parábola. Esta debe ser nuestra tarea en este Tiempo de Cuaresma. No olvidemos nunca que, el real protagonista de la parabola es el Padre. Este padre bueno y misericordioso que se convierte en la mayor imagen de Dios. Un padre que respeta la libertad del hijo, que le da confianza, incluso acepta que se vaya de la casa, pero que espera su vuelta para perdonarlo y hacer fiesta. Así es nuestro Padre Dios. El Dios de la Misericordia. INFORMES: Bautizos: Para toda informacion y preparacion, comuniquese con: Alma Robles 678-717-9619 o Antonia Pacheco 770-891-6765. Santo Rosario: Todos los Domingos a partir de las 12:30pm nos prepararemos para la celebracion de la Santa Misa con el rezo del Santo Rosario. Presentación de los niños: Llamar a Ofelia Gonzalez al 404-956-9789 Confesiones: Durante la semana a cualquier hora en la Rectoría. Los Domingos antes de la Misa de 1:00 p.m. Matrimonios: Juan O. y Luz Pacheco: 770-823-1938 Quinceañeras: Contacte a: Antonia Pacheco 770-891 -6765 o Luz Zavala 678-704-5829. Intenciones de Oración de Marzo del Papa Francisco Familias en dificultad. Para que las familias en dificultad reciban los apoyos necesarios y los ninos puedan crecer en ambientes sanos y serenos. Cristianos perseguidos. Que los cristianos discriminados o perseguidos a causa de su fe, se mantengan firmes en las pruebas guardando la fidelidad al Evangelio, gracias a la oracion incesante de toda la Iglesia. “Yo les aseguro que, cuando lo hicieron con el más insignificante de mis hermanos, conmigo lo hicieron” (Mt 25:40). Hoy se nos recuerda que Jesús se identificó con nuestros hermanos y hermanas más pobres. La Colecta para Catholic Relief Services sirve a Jesús en las víctimas del tráfico humano, en aquellos que sufren por leyes injustas y en los que necesitan cuidado pastoral y ayuda humanitaria alrededor del mundo y aquí en la Arquidiócesis de Atlanta. Al contribuir a la colecta de hoy, ustedes van a ayudar a Jesús presente en los rostros de sus hermanos. Por favor, sean generosos. P. Alberto, C.P. Lectores: Luz y Jose Luis Zavala Ministros de la Eucaristía: Martha y Zenon Barragan Ignacia y Bartolo Escalante Guías: Roberto Gonzalez, Juan Pacheco, Antonia Pacheco, Veronica Cruz y Enrique Wences Monaguillos: Kevin Ramirez y Yansi Ozuna Page 4