el dia del patriota - Holy Cross Catholic Church
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el dia del patriota - Holy Cross Catholic Church
H o ly C r o s s C a t h o l i c C h u r ch 3 7 7 3 C h a m b l e e T u c k e r R o a d , A t l a n t a , G eo r g i a 3 0 3 4 1 Mailing Address: 3175 Hathaway Court, Atlanta, GA 30341 P h o n e : 77 0 - 9 3 9 - 35 0 1 w w w . h o l y c r o s s a t l a n t a. o r g F ax : 7 7 0 - 72 3 - 7 0 1 3 September 10 & 11, 2016 Holy Cross Parish is a Franciscan faith community of Our Lady of Angels Province in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Find out more about Our Lady of Angels province at www.olaprovince.org. We are here to serve. La Parroquia de Holy Cross es una comunidad de fe Franciscana de la Provincia de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles, en la Arquidiócesis de Atlanta. Conozca más sobre nuestra Provincial en www.olaprovince.org. Estamos aquí para servirles. Our parish staff/Nuestro personal Pastor Fr. Jude Michael Krill OFM Conv. Parochial Vicars Fr. Gary Johnson OFM Conv. Fr. Abelardo Huanca OFM Conv. In Residence Fr. Reto Davatz OFM Conv. Deacon Rev. Mr. Bernardo Buzeta Director of Faith Formation Barb Garvin Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation Aida Buzeta RCIA – English Cindy Durham Linda Smith RICA – Spanish Rev. Mr. Bernardo & Aida Buzeta Coordinator of Youth Ministry DeAnna O’Brien Youth Minister Peter Le Director of Music Ministry Gail Goodman Business Manager Beth Butler Grounds Gregg Watson Pastoral Associate Monica Robles-Frias Administrative Assistant Yrene Lorenzo Sacramental Secretary Penny Lampe Custodial Maintenance Zlatko Halimic 24th Sunday in Ordinary/240 Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario EL DIA DEL PATRIOTA Nunca olvidaremos SEPTEMBER 11 * 11 DE SEPTIEMBRE We welcome you to Holy Cross Parish and hope you enjoy your experience here. If you would like more information about our parish or would like to pickup a registration form, please visit our Welcome Desk located in the narthex. You may also visit our website at www.holycrossatlanta.org. Plan to join us! There is a place for everyone at Holy Cross. Bienvenidos a la Iglesia de Holy Cross. Esperamos que disfruten su experiencia aquí. Si desean más información sobre nuestra parroquia o les gustaría recoger un formulario de inscripción, por favor visiten nuestro Escritorio de Bienvenida en el vestíbulo. También pueden visitar nuestro sitio de internet en www.holycrossatlanta.org. Planeen unirse a nosotros! Hay un lugar para todos en la Iglesia de Holy Cross. From our Pastor/De Nuestro Párroco Gente Buena de Holy Cross, Vivimos en una cultura de celebridades. Muchos de nosotros ponemos un gran interés en la vida de los actores, músicos, políticos, figuras del deporte, y chefs famosos. Debido a nuestro gran interés en estas personas, existen muchas empresas que nos proporcione información acerca de su vida personal y gran parte de lo que informan no es favorecedor. ¿Por qué es que no estamos tan interesados en las "buenas" cosas pero nos gusta lo "malo"; las fallas, los comedores de empresas, las malas decisiones, etcétera. ¿Puedes creer que ese fulano fue a rehabilitación? No es ese político un idiota total para engañar a su esposa? Te enteraste de aquel actor hizo un berrinche? No puedo creer que ese jugador sea tan estúpido como para usar esteroides. Es un tarado! Estamos llamados a amar. Mi conjetura es que, rara vez es el amor el motivo cuando expresamos nuestra desaprobación a los que nos han hecho daño de alguna manera. La justicia propia? A menudo. ¿Venganza? En algunos casos. Hacer daño a ellos o hacerles sentir terrible por lo que han hecho? La mayoria del tiempo. ¿Pero amor? Probablemente no muy a menudo. "No, sino por la gracia de Dios, que vaya", dice John Bradford y tiene un buen punto. Muchas veces las cosas por las que estamos descontentos con respecto a otros, son exactamente las mismas cosas en las que fallamos demasiado. En la práctica, esta es una de las cosas más difíciles que estamos llamados por Jesús a hacer. Amar y no juzgar, darnos cuenta de nuestros propios defectos y faltas, y trabajar en ellos, en lugar de ser rápidos en señalar los puntos débiles de los demás. A estar interesados en lo bueno y no lo malo! Algunos trabajos de reparación muy necesaria en las Ventanas de nuestra iglesia se ha completado y evitará que el desgaste destruya la madera. En nuestra reunión reciente sobre las finanzas, terminamos el año fiscal en el negro (de nuevo!) ... Sinceras Gracias a todos! Nuestro estado financiero estará disponible para todos en breve. Los frailes estarán presentes en la convocatoria de Sacerdote de ATL esta semana, un tiempo para que todos los sacerdotes de la diócesis se reúnan con nuestro Arzobispo y trabajen, compartan, oren y aprendan. Recen por nosotros como vamos a orar por todos ustedes! Padre Calixto se quedará a cargo de la fortaleza de lunes a jueves. Bendigan su corazón Boliviano! Padre Jude Michael Good People of Holy Cross, We live in a celebrity culture. Many of us take great interest in the lives of actors, musicians, politicians, sports figures, and celebrity chefs. Because of our intense interest in these people, many businesses exist to provide us with information about their personal lives and much of what they report is not flattering. Why is it that we aren’t so interested in the “good” stuff but we like the “bad” stuff; the failings, the mess-ups, the bad decisions, etcetera. Can you believe so-andso went into rehab? Isn’t that politician a total jerk for cheating on his wife? Did you hear about the actor who threw a tantrum? I can’t believe that player was stupid enough to use steroids. What a moron! We are called to love. My guess is that, rarely is love the motive when we express our disapproval to others who have wronged us in some way. Self-righteousness? Often. Revenge? In some cases. To hurt them or make them feel terrible for what they have done? Much of the time. But love? Probably not too often. “There, but for the grace of God, go I” says John Bradford and he has a good point. A lot of times the things we are unhappy with regarding another are the exact same things that we fail at too. In practice, this is one of the most difficult things we are called by Jesus to do. To love and not judge. To realize our own faults and failings and work on them, instead of being quick to point out others foibles. To be interested in the good stuff and not the bad! Some much needed repair work on our Church windows has been completed and will prevent weathering from destroying the wood. At our recent finance meeting, we ended the fiscal year in the black (again!)….sincere thanks to all! Our financial statement will be available to all shortly. The friars will be attending the ATL Priest convocation this week, a time for all the priests of the diocese to meet with our Archbishop and work, share, pray, and learn. Do pray for us as we shall pray for all you! Fr. Calixto will be holding down the fort from Monday thru Thursday. Bless his Bolivian heart! Fr. Jude Michael 2 Welcome/Bienvenidos Parish Registration: Welcome to Holy Cross. If you would like to become a registered member of our parish family, you may pickup a registration form from our Welcome Desk or from the parish office. When completed, you may drop it off at the parish office, mail it in or hand it to one of our Welcome Desk volunteers. Registration forms are also available at www.holycrossatlanta.org Registración en la Parroquia: Bienvenido a la parroquia de Holy Cross. Si desea ser un miembro registrado en nuestra familia parroquial, debe completar el formulario “Registración Parroquial” ubicado en el escritorio de bienvenida o en la oficina de la parroquia. Al completarlo lo puede enviar por correo, entregarlo en la oficina parroquial o en la mesa de bienvenida con uno de los voluntarios. El formulario también esta disponible en: www.holycrossatlanta.org. Monthly Parish e-newsletter: ¿Sabías? Did you know that you can receive updates about parish ¿Sabía usted que puede recibir actualizaciones sobre las activities, events and funeral notices directly to your actividades y eventos de la parroquia directamente en su email? To receive updates simply go to our website, www.holycrossatlanta.org, and look for the envelope on the correo electrónico? Para recibir actualizaciones right hand column of the webpage. Subscribing is easy and simplemente vaya a nuestro sitio web, www.holycrossatlanta.org, y busque por un sobre en la safe. Mailings will be done at the beginning of the month, columna derecha de la página web. Suscribirse es fácil y except for important notifications and reminders. seguro. Las actualizaciones las recibirá al principio de cada Homebound? Do you know a parishioner who is mes, a excepción de las notificaciones y recordatorios homebound due to illness, or is elderly and would like to importantes. receive Communion? Please contact Eileen Anandappa at ¿Encerrado en casa? 770-908-0062. ¿Conoces a un feligrés que no pueda salir de su casa debido a una enfermedad o por su avanzada edad, y le Bulletin Submission Information: gustaría recibir la Comunión? Por favor, póngase en Bulletin content must be received in the parish office no later than Friday at 9:00am of the week prior to publication. contacto con el Fr. Abelardo Huanca al 770-939-3501 Ext. 225. Please email your submissions to [email protected] . Envío de información para el Boletín: El contenido para el boletín debe ser recibido en la oficina Altar Flowers The altar flowers may be given in memory or honor of loved parroquial a más tardar el Viernes a las 9:00am una semana antes de su publicación. Por favor envíe sus ones. To schedule your altar flower intentions please call presentaciones a [email protected]. Martha Murphy at 770-934-1464. Flores para el Altar: Las flores del altar pueden ser dedicadas a una intención especial tal como cumpleaños, aniversario de muerte o de matrimonio etc. Si desea hacer su donación por favor comuníquese con Monica Robles de 9am - 1pm de lunes a viernes, al 770-939-3501 Ext 223. Parish Staff Contact Info / Nuestro personal Parish Office Tel. 770-939-3501 Faith Formation Office Tel. 678-689-2819 www.holycrossatlanta.org Pastor Fr. Jude Michael Krill OFM Conv. [email protected], Ext. 237 Parochial Vicars Fr. Gary Johnson OFM Conv. [email protected], Ext. 224 Fr. Abelardo Huanca OFM Conv. [email protected], Ext 225 Director of Faith Formation Barb Garvin, Ext. 233 [email protected] Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation Aida Buzeta, Ext. 235 [email protected] RCIA – English Cindy Durham, 404-713-9117 [email protected] Linda Smith [email protected] RICA – Spanish Rev. Mr. Bernardo Buzeta Aida Buzeta, Ext 235 [email protected] Coordinator of Youth Ministry Deanna O’Brien, Ext.232 [email protected] Youth Minister Peter Le, Ext. 201 [email protected] Director of Music Ministry Gail Goodman, Ext. 228 [email protected] 3 Business Manager Beth Butler, Ext. 226 [email protected] Grounds Gregg Watson, Ext. 242 [email protected] Pastoral Associate Monica Robles, Ext. 223 [email protected] Administrative Assistant Yrene Lorenzo, Ext. 234 [email protected] Sacramental Secretary Penny Lampe, Ext. 252 [email protected] Custodial Maintenance Zlatko Halimic, Ext. 239 Parish News Do you think you hear God calling you to share your faith with the young church? God does not call the qualified, he qualifies the called. Teaching and Assistance is available to help you be a good Catechist to the young church. All it takes is a desire to share God’s love and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone and share God’s love. How Do Adults Continue to Learn About Their Faith? Needs: Sunday 11:45 - 6th and 7th (First Communion classes) For additional information and to set up an interview to learn more about these opportunities contact: Aida Buzeta 678 689-2819 ext 2 for grades 4th or 5th DeAnna O’Brien 770-939-3501 ext 232 for grades 6th or 7th Please join us for a Conversation about Adult Faith Learn about: Qualities of a mature faith Sharing faith stories in groups Value of listening & reflecting How we learn through talking with others Sacramental classes in 7th and 8th12 Grades (Sundays or Wednesdays) ALL are invited! Catechists earn 2 hours credit toward certification th Saturday September 17 at 10-12 a.m. OR Monday September 19 at 7-9 p.m. Room 7-8 Education Building For more information contact: Aida Buzeta 770 939-3501 ext 235 Interested in assisting with Middle School on Sunday nights Contact DeAnna O’Brien 770 939-3501 ext 232 Interested in working with our growing high school program Contact Peter Le 770 939-3501 ext 201 RSVP Linda Smith [email protected] Dear Holy Cross family, I am overwhelmed by all the love and support that was given to me from the Holy Cross community during the illness and death of my beloved Dad, Robert McKinnon.Thank you to all who sent a card, posted a facebook message or email, or most importantly, prayed for him and us. The prayers held us up through it all. My Dad's funeral was a fitting tribute to his life and his faith and we thank each of you who could be at Corpus Christi Church to share in the funeral Mass with us. I graciously and humbly thank you all for everything. We are so blessed to be part of the Holy Cross family. With much love and gratitude, Theresa O'Donnell Register online ALLEMBRACE.COM The route is completely wheelchair and stroller accessible. The non-competitive walk will last about 45 minutes followed by a short prayer service and butterfly release. Coffee & Donuts Ministry We invite you to join us Sunday, September 11 & 25 Stop by the Parish Hall for doughnuts immediately following the 7:30 & 9:00am Mass. This is a great way to meet other families in the Parish and build community! 4 Mass Intentions/Intenciones Sunday/Domingo 9/11 Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00pm Vigil Viu Vu , Virginia Hahn Regina Bienkowski 6:30pm* Vigilia Leokadja Zielinkski 7:30am Don Carlino 9:00am Johnny Ricketts , Mike Daunt 11:30am Leokadja Zielinkski 1:15pm* Leokadja Zielinkski Maria Buzeta 5:30pm For the people of Holy Cross/ Por la gente de Holy Cross Monday/Lunes 9/12 9:15am Josephine Egbuonu Tuesday/Martes 9/13 Memorial of Saint John Chrysostom 9:15am Rob & Kelly Thompson Wednesday/Miércoles 9/14 Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross 9:15am All Souls 7:00pm* Leokadja Zielinkski Thursday/Jueves 9/15 Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows 9:15am Maegan Larios Friday/Viernes 9/16 Memorial of Saints Cornelius 9:15am Clare Winter George Hobson In Thanksgiving Saturday/Sábado 9/17 9:15pm Dan Sweeney 5:00pm Vigil Olivia & Jerome Adler Paul Adler Sister Jeanette Adler OSB Regina Bienkowski In Thanksgiving 6:30pm* Vigilia For the people of Holy Cross/ Por la gente de Holy Cross Guadalupe Barrera Soberanis Sunday/Domingo 9/18 Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30am Bob McKinnon In Thanksgiving 9:00am Michael Daunt 11:30am Thomas Kunnanah Susan Diane Levondowski 1:15pm* Leokadja Zielinkski 5:30pm Olga Della Pia Blanche Compton Cindy Steele *en español deceased 5 Por favor recuerde en sus oraciones: Dr. Susan Tepping, Jan Oliver. Jean Costello, Joe O’Connor, Joe Smith, Mary O'Neill, Nancy Pedro, Dr. Dan Ebersbacher, Paul Stull, Mary Lu Christiansen, Betsy Hein, George Hopson, Claudia Whaley, Connie Bleicher, Jeannie Ranalli, John J. Millin, George Kovacich, Delores Hall, Karen Marah, Maya Wright, Glenda Youngblood, John Joseph, Betty Spencer, Teodolinda Hernandez, Sheila Noone, Jim Bergman, Denise Tripoli Nicolson, Kerri Brown, Aleyda Reticker, Marion Van Sertima, Petronilla Rickaby, Gloria Barco, Rick Odenkirk, Jenny Westerbeck, Margie Smith, Beverly Cash, Leroi Basilio, DeAnna Thomas, Salin and Henry Bllings, Deli McCarthy, Martin Steiner, Margherita Maresca, David & Ahas Crawford, Richard Garvin, Ed Zerrer, Randy Sharp, Diana Kahres, Dolores Kolvenbach, Glenda Rogers, Joan Bjork, Tom Melvin, Andy Aguilar, Hemona Samuel, Noreen Mastriani, Edith Leisen & Sue Weiss. If you would like the name of a loved one added to our published prayer list, please call the church office at 770-939-3501, or email your request to [email protected]. Individuals will be kept on our prayer list for six weeks. Por favor, llame a la oficina parroquial a 770939-3501 si desea poner a un familiar en la lista de oraciones, también cuando la salud de alguien mejore o si ellos necesitan ser removidos de la lista. También nos puede mandar un mensaje por correo electrónico a [email protected]. Parish News Al igual que Jesús pertenecemos al mundo viviendo no para nosotros, sino para los demás. New RCIA Classes Have Begun 10:30 a.m., Room 7-8 (Religious Education Bldg.) Are You Curious About he Catholic Faith? God created us out of love, and wants us to freely love Him in return. After our first parents sinned, the Father continued in His plan to draw us into full relationship with Him. This plan was accomplished by sending His only Son to free us from the slavery of sin and reconcile us to Himself. Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic tradition? Holy Cross RCIA will share the truths of the Catholic faith and the fellowship of our Church family. September 30, October 1-2, 2016 Do you live with the self-condemnation of abortion? Do you think there is no forgiveness? Do you live with anxiety, fear, panic, and depression? “O send out thy light and thy truth; let them lead me, let them bring me to thy holy hill and to thy dwelling!” – Psalm 43:3 Good News! God desires you to be healed and whole. He wants you to be joyful again. Good News! We can help. “You move us to delight in praising You; for You have formed us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find rest in You.” – St. Augustine, “Confessions” Come to our next Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat, September 30, October 1-2, 2016. PATH (Post Abortion Treatment and Healing) will be facilitating a weekend long retreat where broken hearts can be rebuilt, renewed, redeemed. Give yourself the gift of Freedom and God's healing. For information about joining the class, come to Room 7-8 at 10:30 a.m. or contact Cindy Durham: (404) 713-9117 or [email protected] http://holycrossatlanta.org For more information visit our website at: www.healingafterabortion.org Or call: 404-717-5557 6 Parish News Our Lady’s Rosary Makers of Holy Cross will be distributing rosaries and accepting donations for our ministry at all Masses on Sunday, September 18th. Our rosaries are being distributed to groups, ministries and missions. For information please contact Noemi Joseph at 404-553-4168. El grupo de elaboración de rosarios de Holy Cross estará distribuyendo rosarios aceptando donaciones para nuestro ministerio en todas las Misas el Domingo 18 de Septiembre. Nuestros rosarios han sido distribuidos a grupos, ministerios, y misiones. Para mas información comuníquese con Noemi Joseph al 404-553-4168. WOMEN'S CLUB KICK OFF PARTY 2016 - 2017 Year of Holy Cross Women's Club will begin on Monday, Sept.19, from 7 -9 pm in the Parish Hall with a Kick Off PARTY meeting. You won't want to miss it. ALL women of the parish are invited. A brainstorming team has been enthusiastically meeting for the last few weeks to come up with fun and new ideas for Women's Club this year. Come be part of the excitement! Bring your friends! Our first meeting will include dinner and wine, prayer, entertainment by our own Caroline Camick, discussion of events planned for the year, volunteer opportunities, and time to socialize and meet new friends. Being part of Women's Club gives you a chance to: * Get involved in your parish * Meet women who share your faith, struggles, challenges, and joys * Enjoy fun activities with other women and families * Pray with and for those in need * Be of service to our community * Share your gifts and talents with others * Begin planning for the Parish-wide Square Dance on October 29 If you can come to the meeting on Sept 19, please RSVP to Theresa O'Donnell @ [email protected] so we know how many tables and how much food to provide. For more info or to share ideas, contact Co-Presidents, Theresa O'Donnell, [email protected], or Dee Dee Werner770-344-7244 7 Stewardship & Parish News September 17 & 18 Second Collection Friends of St. Martin de Porres Friends of St. Martin is a Holy Cross ministry dedicated to feeding the homeless and needy in the Atlanta area. This is an all-volunteers non-profit ministry funded by the generosity of Holy Cross parishioners. Offertory/Ofertorio Because of the Labor Day holiday, the September 3 & 4 offering and second collect offering amount will be reported in our next bulletin Thank you for your continued generosity! Gracias por tu generosidad. September Second Collect Segundo septiembre Collect September 17 & 18 Friends of St Martin/Amigos de San Martín September 24 & 25 ARCH - Saint Vincent DePaul Society ARCO - San Vicente De Paul Sociedad 17 septiembre y 18 de Segunda Colección Amigos de San Martin de Porres Los Amigos de San Martín es un ministerio de Holy Cross dedicado a la alimentación de las personas sin hogar y a los necesitados en el área de Atlanta. Es un ministerio de voluntarios sin fines de lucro y depende de la generosidad de los feligreses de Holy Cross. In the First Reading from the Book of Exodus, God speaks to Moses. In the midst of revealing to Moses what the Israelites have done and how they have violated His trust in them, the Lord says, “I see how stiff-necked this people is.” As is often the case in Holy Scripture, the term “stiff-necked” has a basis in agriculture, and one with which we may not be familiar. Farmers at that time used the term “stiff-necked” to describe an ox or horse which did not respond to directions. When an animal like that would not move and resisted direction, the animal tended to stiffen and freeze, thus the term “stiff-necked” for one who is stubborn and uncooperative. God may consider us to be stiff-necked at times, might He not? In spite of the Lord’s appeals to us to trust Him and to follow Him, we sometimes stiffen and resist. Usually we do that because following the Lord may prove uncomfortable for us. God’s terms for us and His expectations of us may sometimes seem unreasonable and even impossible. Yet, that is the challenge of living stewardship as a way of life. It is not always easy, and it may put us in positions where we feel uncomfortable and even vulnerable. Moses pleads the case for his people to God and the Lord responds to Moses’ plea, his prayer, and Scripture tells us “So the Lord relented in the punishment.” We do need to trust the Lord, and we do need to pray to Him, as He will respond with love and mercy. Grounds Ministry needs helpers: We are blessed with a beautiful campus thanks to the efforts of our parishioners. Won’t you consider giving a few hours one Saturday morning per month and help us maintain the church grounds? If you want more information on how you can help us, please contact Gregg Watson at [email protected] or call 770-939-3501 ext. 242. Knights of Columbus Breakfast Sunday, September 18 Join us for breakfast after the 7:30am & 9:00am Masses. Come hungry! Deje que los Caballeros de Colón le sirvan desayuno! El Domingo 18 de septiembre Los Caballeros de Colón estarán sirviendo un desayuno caliente después de las misas de 7:30am y 9:00am. El Ministerio del Jardín necesita ayudantes: Hemos sido bendecidos con unas instalaciones hermosas, gracias a los esfuerzos de nuestros feligreses. Si desea colaborar un sábado al mes con un par de horas en la mañana y ayudar a mantener los jardines de la iglesia, puede ponerse en contacto con el Sr. René Hernández al 770-939-3501 ext. 242. 8 Parish News The Joy of Hobbies is a club for people with every, any, and no hobbies! If you like to knit, sew, or just want to connect with fellow parishioners, you are welcome! Join us at our opening on Wednesday, September 14 from 10:00a.m to 12:00p.m. in classroom 9/10. Contact Carole Kissel for more information: 770-934-1736. TUESDAY AND THURSDAY ADULT FAITH FORMATION Roundtable Discussions, plus DVD Study Doors of Mercy: 7:30 - 9:15 pm Tues, Sept 20 - Nov 15 Thurs, Sept 22 - Nov 12 Luke: 7:30 - 9:15 pm (No classes during Holy Wek) Tues, Jan 3 - May 9 Thurs, Jan 5 - May 11 La Alegría del Pasatiempo es un club para personas con uno, dos, ó ¡ningún pasatiempo! Si te gusta tejer, coser, o simplemente quieres conectar con otros feligreses, ¡eres bienvenido! Únete al club este Miércoles 14 de Septiembre de las 10:00a.m. a las 12:00 p.m en el salon 9/10. Para mayor información, contacta a Carole Kisser al 770-934-1736. Holy Cross Catholic Church The Story of God's Mercy is long and fascinating. In Luke, we encounter the Savior who has arrived. But the Savior was promised long before. In Doors of Mercy, we learn about this promise, and how God prepared a people to receive Him over thousands of years. Discover why this period in history is a special “time of Mercy” Prepare to receive the graces of this Extraordinary Jubilee Year Experience a closer relationship with God and fellow parishioners Explore how God shows mercy to His people – from Adam and Eve to the Israelites to the early Christians to the faithful today and learn about the Covenants of the Bibles Create an action plan to bring mercy to others each week COST: $65 for the two-part study if registered by Sept. 4 ($70 after) Includes Study Guide. No refunds. Scholarship assistance is available. $25 per person for the 8-week Doors of Mercy Study ($30 after Sept. 4) and $40 per person for the 18-week Luke Study Additional materials you will need: A Bible (New American Bible or Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition recommended) and The Catechism of the Catholic Church (both available online). REGISTRATION FORM AVAILABLE IN CHURCH OFFICE AND ONLINE Questions and requests for scholarship assistance should be addressed to: Tues Study – Teresa Vigil at (404) 805-1656 or [email protected] Thurs Study - Cindy Durham at (404) 713-9117 or [email protected] 9 General Information / Información General Parish Office/Oficina Parroquial: 770-939-3501, 9am-4pm Faith Formation/Formación en la Fe: 678-689-2819 Mass Times/Horario de Misas Monday - Saturday/Lunes a Sábado: Saturday/Sábado: Sunday/Domingo: Burmese Mass (1st and 3rd Sunday) Confessions/Confesiones Saturday / Sábado 9:15am 5:00pm Vigil 6:30pm Spanish/ Vigilia Español 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:30am, 1:15pm Spanish/Español 5:30pm 3:00pm Burmese After 9:15am Mass or by appointment. Después de la Misa de las 9:15am o con cita. Parish Office Hours/Horas de la Oficina Parroquial Monday - Friday/Lunes a Viernes: 9:00am - 4:00pm Hearing-Impaired Devices Available at all weekend Masses: Personal hearing devices are available to assist those attending liturgies. If you would like to use one, please visit the Welcome Desk. Sacraments Baptism Under 6 Years of Age Parents are required to be members of the parish for at least six months and are required to complete a preparation program. NEXT CLASS WILL BE SEPTEMBER 24th AT 9AM. Call the parish office to reserve a space in the Baptism class, held quarterly. Baptisms are celebrated on the third Saturday of the month at 11:00 am. (No baptisms during Lent) Marriage: This sacrament requires completion of a marriage preparation program (generally five to six months in length), as well as other notifications. You must also be a registered member of the church for three months before securing a calendar date for your wedding. Please contact the parish office for more information. Anointing of the Sick: Parishioners must notify the parish office to receive a communion visitation or anointing by a priest in the home or hospital. Sacramentos Bautismos para niños menores de 6 años: Las charlas o pláticas Bautismales son el primero y segundo miércoles del mes (puede variar según calendario parroquial). Los bautismos se celebran en grupo el tercer sábado de cada mes a las 12pm. Requisitos: Los padres deben estar registrados en la Parroquia 3 meses mínimo antes de la celebración del Bautismo, asistir a 2 pláticas y entregar acta de nacimiento del niño/a. Los Padrinos deben asistir a 2 pláticas bautismales y presentar constancia de elegibilidad como padrino “Sponsor Letter” firmada por el párroco de su parroquia. Todos los documentos, junto con el formulario “Registro Bautismal” deben ser presentados en la primera plática. Para más información, en la mesa de bienvenida puede encontrar el formulario y fechas de las celebraciones. (No hay clases bautismales durante Cuaresma Febrero 10 a Marzo 20) Presentaciones (No es un Sacramento): Para niños y niñas de 40 días o de 3 años de edad. Completar el formulario “Solicitud de Presentación” para el jueves anterior a la Presentación. Los niños de 3 años deben estar bautizados. Matrimonios: Como requisito deben completar una preparación matrimonial y ser miembros de la parroquia por no menos de 6 meses. Para mas información, comuníquese con Monica Robles al 770-939-3501, ext. 223 Unción de los Enfermos: Si tiene un familiar enfermo o conocido, puede llamar para que el Sacerdote o un Ministro Extraordinario de la Comunión lo visite. Para mas información comuníquese con el Fr. Abelardo Huanca al 770-939-3501, Ext. 225. Lo visitaremos y oraremos por él. 10 The next two English speaking baptismal preparation classes will be Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 9:00 – 11:00 am and Saturday, November 19, 2016 from 9:00 – 11:00 am. Rooms 9-10 in the School of Religion. For information and to register for the class, please call Penny Lampe at 770-939-3501 ext. 252 or email her at [email protected] . Bereavement Support: The Holy Cross Bereavement Support Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 1:30pm in the Assembly Room. Holy Cross hosts this support group for the recently bereaved or anyone having difficulty with the loss of a loved one. Being with others who are walking the same path of loss is a help to many. If you are interested in being part of this new group, please drop-in to our meeting or contact Al or Elaine McNeil at 770-935-4993. Families in Faith - The Challenge of the Word September 11th is one of those defining moments in the life of Americans. It takes its place among other hallowed dates: the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and the assassinations of President John Kennedy and Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Ask those alive at that time where they were, what the weather was like, who was with them, and they are able to tell you. Such experiences form us as a people, but it is a deep sorrow that such communal moments--so strong that they mark our psyche--are moments of great violence and often terrible carnage. How does our faith and the good news of the Gospel help us understand and live in the face of such tragedies? How does mercy, so much a part of the Scriptures and the very nature of God, live in these times? There is no one easy response. Certainly the Scriptures offer comfort for those who have lost loved ones. We are reminded that God cares for his creation, holds it in the palm of his hand, raises up the fallen on the wings of eagles, drawing them close to his eternal life. We hear from the great prophets that God hears the cries of the widow and orphan, that he hears the voice of the afflicted and that he will act to bring justice. Time and again we are reminded that our God is not impotent. He acts on behalf of his people, that he will destroy all evil. Still, amidst this comfort is the challenge of the Word. In passages hard to hear and nearly impossible to embrace, we are told, vengeance belongs to the Lord, turn the other cheek, love your enemy or at the very least forgive those who have wronged you, and do good to those who hate you. It can seem utter nonsense and impractical to take this path, yet we cannot cling to the comfort of God's holy word without receiving its challenge. How we live this challenge as a nation founded on Judeo-Christian values and as faithful disciples of Jesus is the call of the Gospel. How we remember and what we do to honor those who died is a window into our trust in God and our desire to be disciples of his beloved son, Jesus. Hatred, anger, and resentment, while certainly natural responses fail to accept that God has another way. As we gather Sunday morning, may the memory of this day and other days of tragedy, cause us to turn not to ways of violence and hatred but to God who makes all things new, who even now is wiping away all tears, raising up the dead to new life and calling us to his kingdom of justice and peace. May our allegiances be to him as we live in God's mercy, sharing this mercy with all. In this struggle may our hearts know his joy and peace. Louanne Bachner 11