ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST

ST. MARK
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EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
GRUPOS PARROQUIALES
1201 ALMA DR., PLANO, TX 75075 (PARISH)
1105 WEST 15TH ST., PLANO TX 75075 (OFFICE)
CHURCH:972-423-5600
FAX: 972-423-5024
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9AM - 4PM; Friday 9AM-12PM
www.stmarkplano.org
Adult Community:
Candy Butcher 972-578-9293
Charismatic Prayer Group (CCR On Fire):
Dan Garcia 972-750-1809
Communion to Home Bound:
Parish Office 972-423-5600
ENDOW:
Family & Adult Ministry 972-424-5794
Eucharistic Adoration:
Kathy Keenan 972-596-8550
Liturgy Coordinator:
Marilou Hernandez 972-985-0732
Liturgical Ministries:
Communion Ministers:
Mary Jane Heiting 972-664-0188
Lectors: Jack Carlisle 972-549-0740
Ushers: Sandy Ptacek 972-424-6507
Altar Servers:
Kathi & Parker Thompson 972-965-0563
Military Support Group:
Andy & Ellen Ray 972-334-0255
Movimiento de la Renovación Carismático
Católico: Evelyn Colón 214-636-0282
Mujer a Mujer:
Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538
Nursery Coordinator:
Judy Lyons 972-423-5600
Pastoral Council:
Julius Chambers 972-881-7015
Prison Ministry: (Vacant)
Pro-Life/ Provida Ministry:
JoAnn Murray 972-442-1127
Silvia Caballero 972-916-8345
Rosary Group:
Lore Profaizer 972-424-7326
Rosary Makers:
Margaret Woollett 214-808-8277
Rosario Biblico:
Olivia Rojas 972-985-0051
Rosario Tradicional:
Pilar de la Torre 214-745-9831
Women of St. Mark:
Annette Mica 972-612-5657
CLERGY
Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor • Fr. Jack Hopka, Parochial Vicar • Fr. Lauro González, M.N.M, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Sid Little • Deacon Ed Putonti • Deacon Juan Jorge Hernandez• Deacon Dominic T. Hoang
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: 972-423-5600
PARISH / FACILITIES MANAGER: Deacon Gregg Kahrs
PASTOR’S ASSISTANT / OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold
SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Connie Istas
ASSISTANT TO PAROCHIAL VICAR : Veronica Fonseca
CONTRIBUTIONS, MEMBERSHIP, REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard
WEBSITE, BULLETIN: Adriana Brady
[email protected]
FACILITIES: Will Alt
FACILITIES: Joe Walter
CHOIRS & MUSIC: 972-423-6041
Coordinator: Kenton Kravig
ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING
SERVICES: 972-424-5794
CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark
ASSOC. DIRECTOR: Debbie Gonzales
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosalba Hernández
ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan
FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715
DIRECTOR RCIA, ADULT & ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION:
Debbie Betz
RICA & AFF (Spanish) Coordinator:
Sr. Esther M. Guerrero, mcdp
FF COORDINATOR: Ruth Sanchez (Bilingual)
FF COORDINATOR: Peggy Theis
YOUTH MINISTRY: 972-578-9583
ST. MARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER:
972-578-7970
CO-DIRECTORS: John & Tina O’Neill
FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts
ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa
DIRECTOR: Barbara Ryan
ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: 972-578-0610
PRINCIPAL: Suzanne Bacot
PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes 972-423-7926
ST. MARK DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT:
PARISH & SCHOOL: Jenee Richey 972-423-5600
SACRAMENT INFORMATION
CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS SACRAMENTOS
BAPTISM: English classes are held the 1st Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 12:30 PM. Call the Family
& Adult Ministry Office for registration form. CLASSES MAY BE TAKEN BEFORE THE BABY IS BORN. Baptisms
are held the 2nd and 4th Saturday at 3:45 in English.
RECONCILATION: Wednesdays: 6:30-8:00 PM; & Fridays: 4:30-5:15 PM Saturdays: 3:30-5:00 PM, also by
appointment.
MARRIAGE: Contact the Family & Adult Ministry Office at least 6 months prior to the wedding date.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 8:30 AM Mass or call the parish office and
request a priest.
VOCATIONS & CONSECRATED LIFE: Call Fr. John Szatkowski (214-379-2860)
BAUTISMO: De Niños menores de 7 años: Pláticas pre-bautismales son el 3er Sábado de cada mes. Es
requisito inscribirse en la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos. Bautizos son el 2º y 4º Sábado del
mes. Para niños de 7 años o mayores llame a la oficina de Formación de la Fe.
CONFESIONES: Viernes:4:30-5:15 PM y Sábados: 3:30-5:00 PM.
MATRIMONIO: Tenga la bondad de llamar a la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos para concertar
una cita. Se requieren 6 meses de anticipación.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: 1° y 3er Sábado del mes en la Misa de 8:30 AM de Ingles o llame a la
oficina.
ORDENES SAGRADAS y LA VIDA CONSAGRADA: Llame al P. John Szatkowski (214-379-2860)
SAFE ENVIRONMENT SESSIONS / AMBIENTE SEGURO
PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN / FAVOR DE NO TRAER NIÑOS
May 2
6PM
“Family of Faith”
May 7
7PM
“Family of Faith”
May 11
10AM
“Family of Faith”
McGivney Hall
St. Mark the Evangelist
John Paul II HS
John Paul II HS
900 Coit Rd.
900 Coit Rd.
BULLETIN DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM
(11 DAYS BEFORE PUBLICATION)
PLEASE SUBMIT ALL ENTRIES IN A TIMELY MANNER TO [email protected]
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CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS
ORGANIZACIONES CATOLICAS
Boy Scouts: Ron Imel 972-423-3500
Catholic Daughters:
Mary Cieslewicz 817-995-2928
Cub Scouts:
Michael Karicher 479-769-0207
Cursillos: Nancy Saucedo 972-989-1531
Families of Nazareth Movement:
Miles & Claudine Humphries 972-423-8834
Knights of Columbus #6065: 972-498-8885
Ladies Auxiliary:
Alice Alt 972-423-9450
Marian Movement & Mother Thrice
Admirable Schoenstatt:
Josephine 972-867-2192
Marguerite 972-424-9779
Marriage Encounter:
Ed & Ann Cabrera 972-424-3885
Movimiento Familiar Cristiano:
Arturo & Isabel Carrasco 214-907-7043
Homeschooling: Janet Moos 972-213-6437
St. Mark Home & School Assn:
Theresa Meyers 469-939-7729
St. Mark School Advisory Council:
Bill Wray 214-912-2722
St. Vincent De Paul: 972-423-1877
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MASS INTENTIONS & DAILY BIBLE READINGS
INTENCIONES DE LA MISA Y LECTURAS BÍBLICAS
Saturday ‐ Sábado (4/20) 8:30 AM  Maria Nguyen 5:30 PM  Onorato Valencia Sunday ‐ Domingo (4/21) Fourth Sunday of Easter Acts 13:14, 43‐52 Ps 100 Rv 7:9, 14b‐17 Jn 10:27‐30 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 1:30 PM 3:00 PM 4:30 PM 6:00 PM Monday ‐ Lunes (4/22) Acts 11:1‐18; Ps 42; Jn 10:1‐10 6:30 AM  Ethel Peterson 8:30 AM  Chris Gajdica 7:00 PM Priest’s Intention Tuesday ‐ Martes (4/23) St George, Martyr; St Adalbert, Bishop and Martyr Acts 11:19‐26; Ps 87; Jn 10:22‐30 6:30 AM  Riley Clark 8:30 AM  Vincent Claps STEWARDSHIP
Fourth Sunday of Easter Paul and Barnabas encountered both violent rejection and joyful acceptance of the message that they preached. We, too, may meet with mixed reactions when we use our gifts in the service of God. But, the Gospel assures us, the reward for those who follow faithfully is eternal life.  Riley Clark  Rich Harrington People of St. Mark  Adrián García Gallardo  Alberto Soto Alanis  Martha Carmela Pérez de Arana  Marviel Cervantes  Katherine Flores Wednesday ‐ Miércoles (4/24) Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, Priest and Martyr Acts 12:24‐
13:5a; Ps 67; Jn 12:44‐50 6:30 AM  Riley Clark 8:30 AM  Ken Leo 7:30 PM  Fernando Nuñez Thursday ‐ Jueves (4/25) Saint Mark, Evangelist 1 Pt 5:5b‐14; Ps 89; Mk 16:15‐20 6:30 AM Novena St. Mark 8:30 AM  Riley Clark Friday ‐ Viernes (4/26) Acts 13:26‐33; Ps 2; Jn 14:1‐6 6:30 AM  Rose Correa 8:30 AM Novena St. Mark 5:30 PM  Romulo Dagdag Saturday ‐ Sábado (4/27) Acts 13:44‐52; Ps 98; Jn 14:7‐14 8:30 AM Novena St. Mark 5:30 PM  Ken Leo Cuarto Domingo de Pascua Pablo y Barnabé encontraron tanto el rechazo violento como la alegre aceptación del mensaje que predicaban. Puede que nosotros, también, nos encontremos con reacciones mixtas cuando empleamos nuestros dones al servicio de Dios. Pero, el Evangelio nos asegura que la recompensa para los que siguen fielmente, es la vida eterna. Collection for April 14 Weekend Collection Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 3,007 OF
YTD $ 50,000 $ 150,462 On‐Line Transactions $ 15,858 Attendance 6460 Total Collection $ 55,073 Capital Campaign $ 4,530 Campaign to Date $ 2,708,180 Total Amount Pledged $ 3,248,032 Debt Reduction $ 294 Total Debt Reduction $ 21,399 Genevieve Brainard is the winner of the children’s stewardship envelopes. 
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK
$ 36,208 Budget NEW PARISHIONERS / NUEVOS PARROQUIANOS
OUR PARISH
Please call the parish office to add or remove someone from the list. Names will be listed for four weeks. Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Blanca Arias; Elvia Arias; Erika Arias; Baula Family; Earl & Katherine Brittain, Jerry Bonniol; Paula Bloomer; Nathan Carrington; Pat Corey; Michele Foust; Terry Hundl; John Robert Johnson; Frank Lanza; Jerry Lewallen; Christina Lino; Heather Litz; Josh Mahon; Eva McManus, Eliberto Martínez; Edwin Morris; Mike Murray; Eristeo Perez; Persia Family; Paul Reilly; Angel Reyes; William Ryan; Sergio Tellez;
Larry Sloan; Josephine Smith; Miguel Torres Jurado; Alan Usry; Margarita Villanueva; Sharon Watson; Helen Wilmsen Formación para Catequistas
Se ofrecerá el taller Oración y Espiritualidad los Sábados, 27 de abril en el McGivney Hall de 8:45am‐3pm. New Members of St. Mark are invited to a Newcomer Welcome on May 19 starting with the 10:30 AM Mass followed by a reception in the St. Mark Cafetorium. Parish staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide information on the various St. Mark ministries, organizations and activities. *** Los Nuevos Parroquianos de San Marcos están invitados a una Recepción de Bienvenida para Nuevos Miembros el 19 de Mayo empezando con la recepción a las 11:30 AM en el Cafetería de St. Mark, seguido por la Misa de la 1:30PM. El personal de la parroquia así como los voluntarios estarán disponibles para contestar cualquier pregunta y dar información sobre los ministerios, organizaciones y actividades de la parroquia. PARISH LIBRARY Mon‐ Thur 9AM ‐ 12 Noon, Wed 3:30‐5PM DVDs: The Secret of Roan Inish and Something The Lord Has Made Books: Catholic Customs & Traditions ‐ A Popular Guide Seven Storey Mountain an autobiography of a remarkable conversion by Thomas Merton
Teen book: "God's Mailbox ‐ More Stories about Stories in the Bible" by Debbie Tilley Este taller está abierto para cualquier persona sirviendo en un ministerio en la Iglesia. Si necesita guardería por favor déjenos saber antes del 9 de Abril. Comuníquese con Ruth Sánchez al 972‐423‐4715 X233 o Sister Esther M. Guerrero al 972‐423‐4715 X225 o [email protected] 2
Listen to Catholic Radio KATH 910 AM Escucha Radio Católica KJON 850 AM ST. MARK
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ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715
You are invited to our Parish & School celebration
Feast of St. Mark, Our Patron Saint
Thursday, April 25
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5:30pm Unveiling of plaque Diocese of Dallas Bishop's
Award for Service to the Church, St. Mark Recipients
6pm Mass
7pm Complimentary dinner & Entertainment in the St.
Mark cafeteria
Our Knights of Columbus are providing hot dogs and buns.
Can you donate drinks, large bags of chips,
fresh fruit trays, desserts?
Drink & food donations can be dropped off beginning April 22 at
the Parish Office during regular office hours 9am – 4pm of that week
A RIP ROARIN’ GOOD TIME WITH JESUS!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 15-19, 2013
Questions? Contact Jenee Richey, Director of Development
[email protected] or 972.423.5600 x268
Talleres de Oración y Vida para Jóvenes
Pd. Ignacio Larrañaga, Sacerdote Franciscano Capuchino
Registration forms available in the Church Narthex Para jóvenes de 18 a 30 años. Como en todo taller en que se and at www.stmarkplano.org aprende trabajando, orando aprenderás a conversar con Dios, como un amigo con otro amigo. El Taller te ofrece: liberación de tristezas y angustias, superaras complejos de inferioridad, culpabilidad, falta de seguridad y sanción de heridas del pasado. Recuperaras la Spiritual Needs Survey
estabilidad emocional y la alegría de vivir. ¡No Faltes JESÚS TE Catholic Life & Faith
ESPERA! What helps you to know God's love in your life? Los registros e informes serán en el nártex después de misa el 7 y 14 What helps you grow in relationship with God and others?
de abril. Iniciamos el viernes 19 de abril, de 7:00‐8:45PM en el West Wing #4. Para más información comunicarse con Juan Aguilar al Please share your thoughts with us by participating in an exciting 214‐538‐6401 o al 214‐536‐1371. survey opportunity. It is available in both English and Spanish, and will take less than 15 minutes. Through your participation, our parish and parish leaders will learn about what helps us all to grow closer to God with faith that shapes our daily lives. The Monsignor Smyth Golf Tournament will be To access the survey please visit the link below. held on April 22 to celebrate the 30th http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/spiritualneeds anniversary of St. Mark Catholic school. Alumni and their families are encouraged to attend to commemorate this milestone year. The Women of St. Mark will present their annual tea,
Monsignor Smyth Golf Tournament
This year we will play at Luna Vista Golf Course. Shot gun start to begin at 9:00am. The entry fee is $150.00 per player. This includes all golf, 8 beverage tickets and a meal after the round. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams. You can also enter the Long Drive and Closest to the pin contest as well as purchase mulligans for your round. "Tea Time with Friends"
Tuesday, April 23 at 7pm in McGivney Hall
All the Women of St. Mark are welcome to attend this evening of cups of tea and treats! A magical, traditional or whimsical table awaits you, specifically decorated by our “tea‐rrific table mums.” A door prize will be at every table. All proceeds support the St. Mark Catholic School Athletic Tickets are $10.00 per person and must be prepaid
Program. Deadline to register is Wednesday, April 17. Please Make your reservation and payment by calling Annette Schmidt at visit the school website www.stmcs.net to register. Join us for a 972‐235‐4310. The deadline for reservations will be April 21, or until all seating is filled.
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL: 972-578-0610
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES
MINISTERIOS DE FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA
972-424-5794
Where Faith and Knowledge Meet
Pre K 3 years – 8th grade
As parents, we are called to help bring our children to the life giving
water of faith. Children learn best through example. How are we
parents living our faith and being the example our children need?
St. Mark Legacy Brick Sales Continue Through May 7 For $100, purchase a custom engraved brick with your family name, ministry, organization, child’s name and graduating class… or honor a loved one, relative or friend... the possibilities are endless. CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Men Oct. 19‐20 Women Jun 29‐30 Weekend retreat provides an atmosphere for individual growth through prayer, inspiring presentations, and personal reflection. It is also an opportunity to share with others in the parish about the joys and challenges of living a Christian lifestyle in our family life, at work, with friends, and in society. Note: Follow‐up sessions are encouraged to continue both personal spiritual growth and faith community growth. This is an amazing opportunity to leave your own permanent impression at St. Mark for generations to come. St. Mark Legacy Brick sales are part of the St. Mark Catholic School dinner and auction fundraiser. To purchase and design your brick, visit www. stmcs.net and click on the auction logo “A Night In Old Hollywood, Celebrating 30 Years” All payments and designs must be submitted by May 7th. CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Hombres Oct 26‐27 Mujeres Jul. 13‐14 El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento individual por medio de la oración, presentaciones conmovedoras, y reflexión. También es una oportunidad para compartir con otros en la parroquia sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cristiana en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad. Nota: Se promueve seguimiento para la continuación de crecimiento espiritual personal y crecimiento de la comunidad de fe. Questions? Please contact Jenee Richey at [email protected] or 972.423.5600 ext 268 St. Mark Catholic School online auction runs April 30-May 7!
Beginning April 30th… go online to www.stmcs.net and click on the Old Hollywood auction logo to view exciting auction items! Book Sale There will be books and material on faith and values as well for First Holy Communion and Confirmation materials in the Narthex on April 21 after all Masses. Do not forget to stop by! 30 for 30 This landmark 30th anniversary of St. Mark Catholic School, Where Faith and Knowledge Meet Venta de Libros Habrá una venta de libros y artículos religiosos de la Primera Comunión y Confirmación en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia el 21 de Abril después de todas las Misas. ¡No falten! Your donation supports St. Mark Catholic School, A National School of Excellence Please donate $30 (or more) for 30 years of excellence in Catholic education at St. Mark. St. Mark parishioner, Anna Koczak, author of A Single Yellow Rose, will be featured in the first session of the Speaker Series for the Year of Faith at St. Mark in the Great Room of the Parish Center at 2pm on April 28. Whether you are twelve years old and like adventure or ninety‐two years old and plum tuckered after all that life has thrown at you, you will not want to miss this parlor room interview, as Anna shares her gripping, yet heartwarming story of love, faith and forgiveness while growing up in Hungary and living under Communist Oppression in the 1940s. $300,000 $30,000 $3,000 $300 $30 … or any amount Kindly mail a check made out to “St. Mark School Auction” to St. Mark Development Office 1105 W.15th Street – Plano, TX 75075 Or donate online. Visit www.stmcs.net Click on auction logo. Click on tab “30 for 30” All donors receive a tax‐deductible receipt by mail. Thank you for your support! Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor of St. Mark Catholic Church & School Suzanne Bacot, Principal of St. Mark Catholic School Jenee Richey, St. Mark Director of Development SAVE THE DATE! Preschool Open House! You and your preschooler are invited to attend the Early Childhood Picnic and Open House Adult Potluck Dinner April 27, 6:30PM Thursday, May 9 4:30 ‐ 6PM St. Mark Adult Community, all parishioners 50 and over, will have a Potluck Dinner in the Community Center room #101 following the 5:30pm Mass. Drop off your dish to share at the Community Center Room #101 before Mass if you like. We have invited the St. Elizabeth seniors to join us. It will be fun to have new friends and guests. See you on the 27th! Join us for a picnic dinner. Meet teachers and administrators
Learn about our Early Childhood Programs 3 & 4 Year Old Preschool‐Transitional Kindergarten‐
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World of Prayer Day
Sunday, April 21
KNIGHTS’ CORNER
Council 6065
Also known as “Good Shepherd Sunday,” The purpose of this day is to publically fulfill the Lord’s instruction to, “Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest” (Mt 9:38; LK 10:2). Please pray that young men and women hear and respond generously to the Lord’s call to priesthood, diaconate, religious life, societies of apostolic life or secular institute. Día Mundial de la Oración
Domingo, 21 de abril
Assembly 2266
Knight of the Month
Congratulations to Randy LeGrand our
March Knight of the Month. Randy was
chosen because of all of his work with the
Pro-Life activities and especially for his
coordination of the School and Elementary
Faith Formation Baby Shower that resulted
in four pick-up truck loads of supplies and
over $1300 in cash. Randy is also starting
the St. Mark’s School Respect Life Club.
También conocido como "Domingo del Buen Pastor," El Family of the Month
propósito de este día es para cumplir públicamente con la Congratulations to the Bill Ptacek family who was named Family of the Month for
instrucción del Señor a "Rogad al Señor de la cosecha que envíe March. Bill, his wife Sandy and their daughter Karen are deeply involved in the
obreros a su mies" (Mt 9:38, Lc 10:2). Por favor, oren para que life of St. Mark parish. Bill is the Color Corps
los hombres y las mujeres jóvenes escuchen y respondan Deputy Diocesan Marshall as well as the
generosamente a la llamada del Señor al sacerdocio, la vida Color Corps Commander of our Assembly.
diaconada y religiosas, sociedades de vida apostólica o instituto Sandy, head usher, spends hours every
week at the church and virtually lived at St.
secular. Mark during Holy Week. Karen lends her
expertise to the Parish Council. They are
truly a committed Catholic family in every
sense of the word.
Blood Drive: April 21
The Knights of Columbus, in conjunction with Carter Blood Care, is holding a
Blood Drive from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Old Gym today. Please donate a pint
of your blood for this life giving need. If you have not signed up, please see us in
the Old Gym – walk-ins are welcome.
Special Olympics Track & Field Competition: April 26/27
Members of Council 6065 and Assembly 2266, and many other Councils and
Assemblies, are assisting with the awarding of medals and ribbons to the
athletes. This competition will take place at the Cedar Hill High School, in Cedar
Hill, Texas between the hours of 5pm-8pm on Friday and 9am-6pm on Saturday.
For more information please contact Jim Massey, the Dallas Diocesan
Coordinator for Special Olympics, at [email protected] or 972-235-6158
(H) or 214-500-3275 (C).
Ronald McDonald House: April 27
Members of our Council are preparing dinner on April 27 for those staying at the
Ronald McDonald House in Dallas. This meal is for the families of children who
are in the local hospitals. We prepare the meal for people who are in need of a
small diversion from their child’s medical problems. We have been doing this now
for 21 years. For more information, contact PGK Mike Doherty at 972-596-7184.
Ron Fossier Memorial Scholarship
April brings our Council to the start of our annual Ronald Fossier (PGK) Memorial
KC Scholarship Award competition. This Knights of Columbus scholarship award
will be divided into two age groups with each winner to receive four hundred
dollars. The age groups are classified as (1) Under 14 years of age and (2) 14
and older as of May 15 (deadline for entry). Those eligible for this scholarship are
the children or grandchildren of a Knights of Columbus member in good standing
who is or has been a member of Council 6065 here at St. Mark. The student to
receive this award can either attend a Catholic grade school, Catholic high
school or be home schooled by a Catholic parent(s). For more information,
please contact our Grand Knight, Ron Schoof at 972-985-8707.
Immigration & Legal Services‐West Dallas Branch 2843 Lapsley Street, Dallas TX 75212 (214) 217‐5600 * By appointment Only Hours of Operation: M‐W & Friday 8am‐12noon and 1‐4pm Thurs. 8am‐12noon and 1‐2pm Closed SAT & SUN Information for Joining K of C
For information on joining the Knights, visit www.kofc-6065.org, or call Grand
Knight, Ron Schoof at 972-985-8707 or Membership Director, Armando Guerra
at 214-272-3537. Brochures are available in the Narthex of the Church or call us
at 972-498-8885. This number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is a
recording and we monitor it regularly. If you leave a message, someone from the
Knights will return your call.
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Singles Sunday Celebration
Celebración Para Personas Solteras
Our Single parishioners bring many gifts to our
parish community. We want to Celebrate them!
Nuestros parroquianos Solteros ofrecen muchos
dones a nuestra comunidad parroquial.
!Deseamos Celébralos!
We invite all single adult members of our
community to receive a special blessing during all
Masses on the weekend of April 27-28,2013.
Invitamos a todos nuestros parroquianos solteros
adultos a recibir una bendición especial durante
las Misas del fin de semana del 27 y 28 de abril.
After Mass, stop at the table in the Narthex for
Hospitality and Resources . Learn more about
groups and ministries for single adults and how to
get more involved in your parish .
Después de Misa, pasen por la mesa en la entrada
del Narthex para una recepción y recursos
informativos. Obtenga información sobre grupos y
ministerios para adultos solteros y como
involucrarse más en su parroquia.
St. Mark Family & Adult Ministry Office
Office : 972-424 5794
www.stmarkplano.org
St. Mark Family & Adult Ministry Office
Oficina: 972-523 5600
www.stmarkplano.org
Youth & Young Adult Ministries News!
¡Noticias del Ministerio de Jóvenes & Jóvenes Adultos!
972-578-9583 E-mail: [email protected]
Summer Events Parents & Teens Sports meeting Wed, May 22, 7pm, Youth Center For teens entering grades 6‐12 & graduating seniors 2013 For All Middle & High School Youth
June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31,
August 7 & 14,
6:30-8pm in the Youth Center
Friends are Welcome!
St. Mark Service Week Empower‐Explore‐Experience June 17‐20 For teens entering grades 6‐12 and graduating seniors 2013 Mark your calendars! Theme: Acts 14:27 “When They arrived they called the church together and related all that God had done with them” Aug. 2‐4 at The Westin Stonebriar Hotel Host: Steve Angrisano Fee: $50.00 per person Open to High School Students Amazing Jakes
Lock-In
(7 & 8 Grade)
Friday & Saturday, April 26 & 27
Cost $30.
Paperwork available at Youth Center
Paperwork and payment are due April 22!
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Important Confirmation Dates
Confirmation Rehearsal Day: Thursday, May 2, Bethany Narthex 6:30pm. Teen and Sponsor only! St Mark Confirmation Day: Saturday, May 4, 10am, 2pm Masses High School Confirmation Rehearsal Day: Tues, May 14,6:30pm meet in the Breeze Way Entrance. Teen and Sponsor only! Pot‐luck after Rehearsal, Youth Center. High School Confirmation Day: Sunday, May 19, meet in the Breeze Way Entrance 5:30pm. Teen and Sponsor only! Middle School
Hang out & a Movie
Tuesday, June 11
6:30-9pm
Youth Center
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
Bingo for Friends
Saturday, May 11, 7pm Sponsored by the Society of St Vincent de Paul, St Anthony Conference in Wylie. Entry fee is $30.00 at the door, or $25.00 for preregistration on our web page at: stvincentdepaul‐wylie.com For more information call 214‐716‐7960, or email us at [email protected] Bishop Lynch
Spring Market & Raffle
Saturday, April 27
John Paul II High School 900 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75075 Bishop Lynch High School, 9750 Ferguson Rd. Shop ‘til You Drop at the 2nd Annual Mayfest Market at John Paul II High School. This year’s event, hosted by the Cardinal Women’s Auxiliary, will be Saturday, May 4 from noon‐8pm. This is a great time to shop for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Graduation, Birthdays…and even for yourself…with over 75 vendors, there will be something for everyone on your list. FREE ADMISSION!!! More than 60 vendors featuring one‐of‐a‐kind items; beautiful kitchen and home décor, clothing and accessories, handbags, jewelry, religious articles, artwork, candles, delightful goodies, hand crafted furniture, handmade pens, children's items and so much more! All proceeds support the Brigade Team
SAINT VINCENT DEPAUL-FRISCO
$5,000 RAFFLE Need Cash???? How does $5,000 sound???? Interested??!! – St. Vincent de Paul can help – On May 24, one lucky person will win a $5,000 Visa Gift Card!! That person could be you!!! Prince of Peace Catholic School
Fine Arts Department Presents
SVdP members will be selling $10 tickets for a chance to win a $5,000 gift card – only one winner and it might as well be you!! THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR.
April 25 - 27, 7pm Come support the Fine Arts department and enjoy a great night of family entertainment! Tickets are $8 for Adults and $4 for Children/Students. Children under 3 are free. Tickets may be purchased at the door prior to each performance. Performances will be held at the Prince of Peace gym located at 5100 West Plano Parkway in Plano. Here’s how to enter: Go to www.svdpfrisco.org and click on the tab “raffle” and follow the instructions to purchase a ticket online. SVdP works all year to help those in need; we simply cannot help if we do not have the funds – it’s that simple. The success of this raffle could help us fund those in need for months! Please participate – you could win big and the biggest winner of all will be all the families you help who are in desperate situations.
Have your next event or celebration at the St. Mark Parish Center… inside the Great Hall or McGivney Hall! These venues are perfect for weddings, quinceañeras, baby showers, conferences, meetings, seminars and more. The White Rose has opened a third crisis pregnancy center in Dallas and is in need of prayer support and volunteers. Any necessary training will be provided. Please call (214) 821‐6292 or visit www.saintjosephshelpers.org for more information. DID YOU KNOW? There are two impressive venues available for rental? Great Hall seats 320 ; McGivney Hall seats 125 For rental pricing and information or to schedule an appointment to tour these facilities, please contact Cathie Seibold at 972­423­5600 x 222 or email at [email protected] .
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Bishop Adult Initiative for the Rite of Confirmation at St. Mark
Pentecost, May 19, 2013 at 9am mass
Iniciativa del Obispo para el Rito de Confirmación de Adultos
Pentecostés, 19 de mayo de 2013 en la misa de la 1:30pm
If you are currently a registered member of St. Mark the Evangelist
and a practicing adult Catholic in good standing and have received
the Sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist, you are invited to register
and attend the preparation class on Tues. May 7, at 7:00pm, in the
Upper Room. Sponsors are welcome to attend.
Si usted actualmente es miembro de la parroquia de San Marcos el
Evangelista y es un adulto Católico practicante en buena posición y
ha recibido los Sacramentos de Bautismo y Eucaristía, le invitamos a
registrarse para asistir a unas clases de preparación el jueves 18 de
abril y martes 23 de abril a las 7pm en el salón 208 en el Centro
Pastoral Smyth. Los padrinos/madrinas están invitados a asistir las
clases. Por favor traigan sus Biblia.
To register, the following information must be turned in to the Faith
Formation Office prior to attending the class.
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Registration Form
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A copy of a Baptismal Certificate with notations (if no notations are
listed and you are married, we must have a copy of the church
marriage certificate)
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A letter of good standing from the Sponsor’s parish*
Para registrarse, la siguiente información debe ser entregada a la
Oficina de Formación de Fe antes de asistir a clase.
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*Please note a sponsor must be a baptized Catholic who has received
Eucharist and Confirmation, and who is currently living a sacramental
life (e.g., attending Mass regularly, making use of the sacrament of
Reconciliation) and if married, the marriage must be recognized by the
Catholic church; be at least sixteen years of age; lead a life of faith in
harmony with the ministry they are undertaking and have the intention
of undertaking the ministry of a sponsor; a sponsor may not be the
parent of the individual to be confirmed (parent may stand in as proxy,
if necessary.)
*El padrino o la madrina deben de tener por lo menos 16 años; ser
Católico/a bautizado, ha recibido Comunión y confirmación, y
actualmente está viviendo una vida sacramental (Ej. va a misa con
regularidad, usa el Sacramento de Reconciliación); si están casados, el
matrimonio es reconocido por la Iglesia; vivir una vida de fe en armonía
con el ministerio; tiene la intención de llevar el ministerio de padrino/
madrina. Los padrinos no pueden ser los padres del individuo que se va
a confirmar (los papás pueden estar en proxy, si es necesario).
Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o necesita más información, por favor
llame a Sister Esther M. Guerrero, mcdp al 972-423-4715 x 225.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please call
Debbie Betz at 972-423-4715, ext. 232.
Please print / Favor de llenar en letra de molde:
Name/ Nombre:
Formulario de inscripción
Una copia de su Certificado de Bautismo con las anotaciones (si
no tiene anotaciones, tenemos que tener una copia del Certificado
de Primera Comunión, y si están casados, una copia del
Certificado de Matrimonio de la Iglesia.)
Una carta de buena posición de la parroquia donde viene el
Padrino/madrina *
(Maiden, if applicable/Nombre de soltera si aplica)
Cell/Celular:
Telephone/ Teléfono:
E-Mail Address/ Correo Electrónico:
Address/ Dirección:
Zip Code/ Código Postal:
City/Ciudad:
Date of Birth/Fecha de nacimiento:
Date of Baptism/Fecha de Bautismo:
Church of Baptism/Iglesia de Bautismo:
Zip Code/Código Postal:
City/Ciudad:
Please check all that apply/Por favor, marque todas las que apliquen:
_____I have never been married/Nunca he estado casado
_____I have been married before/He estado casado antes
_____This is my first marriage/Este es mi primer matrimonio
_____My spouse has been married before/Mi esposo ha estado casado antes
_____This is my spouse’s first marriage/Este es el primer matrimonio de mi cónyuge
Parents/Padres:
Father’s Full Name/Nombre completo del padre:
Mother’s Full Name/Nombre completo de la madre:
Confirmation Saint Name/Nombre del santo de confirmación:
Sponsor’s Name/Nombre del Padrino/Madrina:
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Recycling Opportunity for St. Mark Community ¡Complete su solicitud de ciudadanía estadounidense GRATUITAMENTE! This is a great time of year to de‐clutter. At St. Mark church, we have a recycling container behind the Smyth Pastoral Center. By placing your recyclables here, you can help both the environment and your parish. ¡Por un tiempo limitado, Caridades Católicas de Dallas le ayudará a llenar su solicitud de ciudadanía estadounidense GRATUITAMENTE! Venga ahora a su consulta inicial de $30. Si cualifica, ¡le ayudaremos a completar su aplicación de naturalización sin costo! The church is reimbursed for collecting these materials. Las consultas son de martes a sábado, desde las 7:30 am. Favor de llegar antes de las 7:30 am para poderle atender el mismo día que venga. ¡Comparta esta información con sus familiares y amigos HOY MISMO! Oferta se expira el 30 de junio, 2013. Para nuestras Clases Gratuitas de Ciudadanía llame a Elena Porras en 214‐553‐9909 ext. 144. Para obtener más información visítenos: www.catholiccharitiesdallas.org/ImmigrationLegalServices YES! Please recycle these Paper & Cardboard products in the St. Mark recycling container:  Brown Paper Bags  Catalogs, Junk Mail, Envelopes  Paperback Books, Newspapers and Magazines  Greeting Cards, Wrapping Paper and Tissue Paper  Office Paper (paperclips and staples are ok)  Scrap Paper 9