Holy Spirit Catholic Church

Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time
January 29, 2012
Pastor: Father Bill John Acosta Escobar
Mass Schedule
Weekdays: Tuesday through Friday - 8:00 AM
Weekend:
Saturday
4:00 PM
English
Sunday
9:00 AM
English
Sunday
11:30 AM
Español
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Sunday from 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Sunday from 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Or any time by appointment with Fr. Bill John
400 Academy Heights Rd, Kinston, NC 28504
252-523-8898 Fax 252-527-9495
Mailing address: P.O. Box 1455, Kinston, NC 28503
email: [email protected]
Visit our website for more information: hscatholicchurchkinston.com
Mass Schedule and Intentions
Sat. Jan. 28
4:00 pm Mass: Mass: † Lorraine Colletti
req. by Carlos Austin
(2Sm 12:1-7a,10-17; Mk 4:35-41)
Sun. Jan. 29
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am Mass: † Maria
req. by GIO-AN D HO
11:30 am Mass: Parishioners of Holy Spirit
(Dt 18:15-20; 1Cor 7:32-35;
Mk 1:21-28)
Mon. Jan. 30
8:00 am Communion Service
(2Sm 15:13-14,30,16:5-13;
Mk 5:1-20)
Tue. Jan. 31
8:00 am Mass: Fr. Edward Burch
req. by The Morning Group
(2Sm 18:9-10,14b,24-25a,30-19:3;
Mk 5:21-43)
Wed. Feb. 1
8:00 am Mass: Flor Hernández
req. by Parish
7:00 pm Misa: Ventura Hoguera
(2Sm 24:2,9-17; Mk 6:1-6)
Weekly Offertory Collection:
1-22-12 ................................................. 2,055.85
Weekly Attendance:
1-22-12 …………………………………… 569
Schedule for This Week
Tues. Jan. 31
4:00 pm Rosary in the Chapel
Wine and Host
The wine and host were donated this week by Gisele Owens
in honor of James Owens. If you would like to participate in the
wine and host ministry, please contact the office. Cost of the
wine and hosts is $20 per week.
Thurs. Feb. 2
8:00 am Mass: Ethal Botti
req. by Family
(Mal 3:1-4; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40)
Fri. Feb. 3
8:00 am Mass: Ethal Botti
req. by Family
(Sir 47:2-11; Mk 6:14-29)
Sat. Feb. 4
4:00 pm Leo Quintero
req. by Parish
( 1Kgs 3:4-13; Mk 6:30-34)
Sun. Feb. 5
Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
9:00 am Mass: † Ivey King
req. by Patty & George Keesee
11:30 am Mass: Parishioners of Holy Spirit
(Jb 7:1-4,6-7; 1Cor 9:16-19,22-23;
Mk 1:29-39)
Denotes an intention for the deceased
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Join Fr. Bill John in his maiden pilgrimage to the
Holy Land. We will be departing in November 2012
for 10 days. Make plans now to attend this wonderful
journey. We will be having a presentation. For more
information please contact George Keesee @
252-939-1909.
Start Spreading the News
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Following the 4 PM Mass
5 - 7 PM - Eat in - Takeout
$10.00 Adults
$5.00 Children (under 12)
Menu
Ignited By Truth
The 10th Annual Ignited By Truth Catholic
Conference will be February 24 - 25, 2012 at
the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, NC.
Please make plans to attend this incredible
event. Registrations are available on the table in
the atrium. If we can get more than 5 people,
the cost will only be $25.00 per person. For
more information, please contact the office at
252-523-8898.
Corn Beef
Boiled, Partially Buttered Potatoes
Cabbage or Green Beans
Irish Soda Bread
Dessert: Green Cupcakes
Coffee and Tea
Collection for the Church in Latin
America
Thank you for your generous donations to the Collection for
the church in Latin America. Your gifts will continue to keep
faith in the region by supporting evangelization, developing
lay leadership programs, and strengthening religious and
seminarian formation. The future of the region’s Church is
brighter today because of your help. To learn more about
how your donations are making a difference, please visit
www.usccb.org/nationalcollections.
Muchas gracias por su generoso donativo a la Colecta
para la Iglesia en América Latina. Sus donativos
continuarán manteniendo la fe en la región financiando
proyectos de evangelización, elaborando programas para
el liderazgo laico y fortaleciendo la formación de
seminaristas y de religiosos. Hoy, gracias a su apoyo, el
futuro de la Iglesia en esa región se ve más prometedor.
Para informarse más sobre como sus donativos están
hacienda una diferencia, por favor, visite
www.usccb.org/nationalcollections.
Right to Life March
THANK YOU to everyone who donated
to the Washington D.C. Bus fund and to
the chaperons who accompanied our
Faith Formation students. It was a
wonderful experience for all who
attended. We had 52 students and 9
adults attend the Right to Life March.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
North Carolina Ministry
“…a married man is anxious about the things of the world, how
he may please his wife, and he is divided.” It is easy for us to
listen to the ways of the world and forget how to please our
spouse. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Weekends are Feb 3-5, 2012 in Charlotte, NC and Apr 27-29,
2012 in Winston-Salem, NC. Early registration is highly
recommended. For more information visit our website at:
http://NCMarriageDiscovery.org or contact William & Elizabeth
Nickles at [email protected] or
704-469-3866.
Around the Diocese
January 23, 2012
This week’s editions of Catholic Perspective and Catholic Weekly will feature the homily by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge from the North Carolina Mass for Life celebrated at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on January 23. Also featured will be highlights from the National March for Life in the nation’s capital and highlights from the “Love my Life” Youth Rally held on January 14 in Raleigh.
Catholic Perspective, the weekly Diocesan TV program airs in Greenville Wednesday evenings at
7:00 p.m. on Cable Channel 69. The program is also available on the Diocesan website at
www.dioceseofraleigh.org.
Catholic Perspective, the weekly Diocesan TV program airs on the Time-Warner Find It on Demand
Channel, 1083 in Craven, New Hanover, Brunswick, Onslow and Pender Counties, allowing
viewers to watch at any time during the week. The program is also available on the Diocesan website
at www.dioceseofraleigh.org.
10th Annual Ignited By Truth Catholic Conference Feb 24-25, 2012 NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh Raymond Arroyo, Host of EWTN's "The World Over Live;" Michael Barber, Ph.D. Professor of
Theology, Scripture, & Catholic Thought; Dr. Philip Mango, Catholic Psychotherapist; Sister Miriam
James Heidland, Former Volleyball Star; John W. Garcia, Founder of Sober for Christ; Mario St. Francis,
Fashion Model on a Mission; Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Vigil Mass Celebrant and Homilist.
FREE Friday Night “Discover the Catholic Church” including Praise & Worship Music and talks in English
and Spanish. Early Registration Discounts for full program Saturday: Adults $25 (groups of 5 or more), Individuals $35, Students(age 10+) $20, including Lunch! After Feb 5, prices increase to $45/Adult, $25/Student. Gift
Certificates available! Who will you invite? Questions: (919) 789-1IBT www.IgnitedByTruth.com
¡GRATIS charlas en español durante la Conferencia Católica Ignited By Truth!
Viernes, 24 de febrero 2012 NC 6-10pm NC State Fairgrounds edificio Jim Graham, Raleigh
Mario St. Francis, Modelo de Moda en una Misión, “La influencia de los medios de comunicación en la vida moderna”
Juan W. Garcia, Fundador de Sobrios Por Cristo, “La lucha espiritual” ¿A quién vas a invitar? Preguntas: (919) 7891IBT www.IgnitedByTruth.com
How much time will you spend with your spouse today? Some studies say that the average couple spends only 20 minutes a day together. Do you need to increase face time? On
your wedding day you promised to love each other for better or for worse. What is a “for better”
that your spouse has made in your life? Share it before you go to bed tonight. For more tips and resources to
strengthen your marriage, visit www.foryourmarriage.org.
Love and Life In The Divine Plan: Natural and Spiritual While marriage is a special blessing for Christians because
of the grace of Christ, marriage is also a natural blessing and gift for everyone in all times and cultures. It is a source
of blessing to the couple, to their families, and to society and includes the wondrous gift of co-creating human life.Look
what the United States Catholic Bishops are saying about marriage :http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriageand-family/marriage/love-and-life/
“…a married man is anxious about the things of the world, how he may please his wife, and he is
divided.” It is easy for us to listen to the ways of the world and forget how to please our spouse. The next
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are Feb 3-5, 2012 in Charlotte, NC and Apr 27-29, 2012 in
Winston-Salem, NC. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at:
http://NCMarriageDiscovery.org or contact William & Elizabeth Nickles at
[email protected] or 704-469-3866.
¿Están buscando un fin de semana perfecto? ¿Un fin de semana para acercarse más? ¿Quieren
aprender una técnica de comunicación que le permita a cada pareja explorar áreas importantes de su
relación en un espíritu de amor y comprensión? Un fin de semana del Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial es
exactamente lo que buscan. Se pueden escapar de las distracciones de la vida cotidiana y concentrarse en su
matrimonio. Los proximos fines de semana son Feb 3-5, 2012 in Charlotte, NC and Apr 27-29, 2012 in Greensboro,
NC. Para aplicar visite http://ncmarriagediscovery.org/faqs-es.php o para más información pónganse en contacto
con Diego y Claudia Gonzalez: 704-698-1010 o [email protected].
DOES YOUR MARRIAGE NEED A BOOST? The Third Option is a support group for couples who want to work on
their marriage.The Third Option now meets at two locations in the Diocese: At St. Patrick Catholic School, 1620
Marlborough Rd, Fayetteville, Jan. 30, 7-9pm; and at St. Francis of Assisi, Room 403, 11401 Leesville Rd, Raleigh,
Jan. 25, 7-9pm. All are welcome. For more information go to www.dioceseofraleigh.org or call 919-821-9753.
A Lifeline for Marriage – The Retrouvaille program helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is
designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track, to rediscover each other, and to examine your
lives together in a constructive way. This program has helped thousands of couples experiencing marital difficulty.
For confidential information and to register for the program beginning with a weekend on March 9-11, 2012, call
434-793-0242 or 1-800-470- 2230 or email: [email protected] or visit the web site at www.retrouvaille.org.
Single/Single Again Ministry Single/Single Again Ministry – If you are a single, separated, divorced or widowed
person over 35 years, you are invited to join us at our monthly Mass held at Cardinal Gibbon HS chapel in Raleigh at
5:30PM with a priest from the Dominican Friars. A social with pizza and activity information follows. Schedule: Jan
22, Mar 11, April 15, May20, June 10, 2012. For more information contact Joanne at 380-7546 or Celia at 267-4759
or visit the website: singlesingleagain.com.
SACRAMENTS
Baptism
The celebration of Baptism is a moment of grace
for those to be baptized, their families, as well as
the entire community.
For information and
registration contact the church office 523-8898.
First Communion
Diocesan policy for the reception of the Sacrament
of First Communion states that children must have
at least two full years of religious education in
order to receive the sacrament. Faith Formation
program is scheduled all Sundays from 10:15 to
11:15 a.m. If your children are not baptized, you
should notify the Office 252-523-8898.
Confirmation
Diocesan policy for the reception of the Sacrament
of Confirmation states that children must have at
least two full years of religious education in order
to receive the sacrament. Faith formation program
is scheduled all Sundays from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.
Contact Office 252-523-8898
Marriage
Must be an ACTIVE parishioner. Diocesan policy
is that six months be allowed for preparation.
PLEASE DO NOT SET A WEDDING DATE until
you have spoken with Father Bill John 523-8898.
Penance/Reconciliation
Every Saturday 4:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 - 11:a.m.
Or, by appointment call 523-8898.
Hospital Visits/Anointing of the Sick
Please notify the Church office if you or a member
of your family are hospitalized, or, if the Sacrament
of the Sick is needed.
Due to HIPA laws
visitations by clergy/ lay ministers may be denied
unless you inform us. 252-523-8898.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
Inquiry sessions for those interested in becoming
Catholic meet Sunday from 12:30p.m. - 1:00pm in
the Library. Contact George & Patty Keesee @
252-939-1909.
Bautismo
La celebración del Bautismo es un momento de
gracia para los bautizados, sus familias y la
comunidad entera. Es necesaria la participación
de padres y padrinos en una plática de
preparación que se da el segundo jueves de cada
mes a las 7:00 pm. Para registrarse llame a la
Sra. Blanca Pérez (h) 747-3286.
Primera Comunión
Los niños deben participar en el programa de
preparación durante dos años, para recibir la
Primera Comunión. Las clases se imparten todos
los domingos de 10:15 a 11:15 am. Si su niño no
está bautizado debe comunicarlo a la directora de
la formación de la fe, Office 252-523-8898
PASTORAL COUNCIL
SACRAMENTOS
Confirmación
Los niños inician su preparación para el
sacramento de la confirmación en el 9º. grado la
preparación durante 2 años. Las clases se imparten
los domingos de 10:15 a 11:15 am. Office 252-5238898
Reconciliación/Confesiones: Domingos de 10:30 a
11:00 am. O mediante una cita con el padre Bill
John.
Matrimonio
Uno de los contrayentes debe ser un miembro
ACTIVO, POR FAVOR NO FIJE FECHA SIN
ANTES consultar con el sacerdote. Se requiere de
seis meses de preparación. Es necesaria la
participación de los novios en el programa para
recibir el Sacramento. Si alguno de los dos no ha
recibido el Bautismo, Primera Comunión o
Confirmación deben participar también en el
programa de preparación para recibir estos
sacramentos, lo cual alarga el tiempo de
preparación para el matrimonio. Los Interesados
por favor comunicarse con Blanca Pérez (252-7473286)
Visitas al Hospital/Unción a los Enfermos
Por favor llame a la oficina parroquial si algún
miembro de su familia está en el hospital o necesita
el Sacramento de la Unción de los enfermos. 252523-8898 ext. 221/224(Español)
Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos: Catecismo para
adultos
Las Personas mayores de 18 años interesadas en
recibir el sacramento del Bautismo, Confirmación
y/o Primera Comunión o que hayan sido bautizadas
en otra Iglesia Cristiana, por favor comuníquense
con Blanca Pérez (252-747-3286) o George &
Patty Keesee @252-939-1909.
Ron Owens, Chair
Kristin Jarman, Secretary
Paul McKinley
Bonnie Kasper
George Keesee
Robert Lassiter
Blanca Pérez
Richard Basili, Jr.
Jesús Vasqúez
Pastor Pineda
FINANCE COUNCIL
Brenda Ipock, Chair
[email protected]
Bob Bianchi
Catherine Shedrick
Gisele Owens
Please call the office
522-2311
243-8632
523-1968
523-8898
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Knights of Columbus
Grand Knight
TBD
For information contact church office
Youth Group Director
Please call the office
523-8898
523-8898
St. Martins Guild
Robert Lassiter
522-5962
Circle of Renewed Life
SACRAMENTALES
522-0241
Altar Guild
Gisele Owens
Quinceañera
Las jóvenes, sus chamberlanes y damas deben
participar en el programa de preparación que dura
un día. La celebración se realizará durante la misa
dominical. Por favor, déjennos saber diez semanas
antes de la fecha de la celebración.
Para
registrarse y conocer las fechas comuníquese con
Hugo and Carmen Hernandez 252-286-6463.
522-3672
MAINTENANCE
Pat Bizzell
Presentación en el templo (3 años)
Las presentaciones en el templo se realizarán 3
veces al año. Los padres y padrinos del niño(a)
deben participar en una platica de preparación.
Para consultar las fechas comuníquese con Blanca
Pérez 252-747-3286.
523-1604
523-5908
522-9422
522-1833
939-1909
522-5962
747-3286
522-5882
525-9923
919-502-8614
523-1968
Sheltered Meals Coordinator
Helen Uhlig
522-1803
Meals on Wheels
Brenda Ipock
[email protected]
560-4140
Latino Choir
Hugo Hernández
286-6463
Alvernia (Latino Married Couples)
Hugo Hernández
286-6463
[email protected]
Ballet Folklorico
“Espiritu Latino”
Jesús y Marisa Vásquez
525-9923
268-0751
Crowley Financial Services
CORPORATE RESOURCES
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm
Discount, Office
Products & Printing
TAXES
REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS
GRIEVANCES
704 B Plaza Blvd * Kinston, NC
28501
John D. Crowley
3200 Carey Road, Apt 27A
Kinston, North Carolina 28504-1253
Cell: 252-521-3108
1-800-277-7666
www.CorporateResources.net
Craig Bowen
Ink Jet Service
(252)523-5164 Ext 210
Proudly & Professionally serving Kinston
and the surrounding communities.
Stephen Carraway, III - Owner/Funeral Director/Embalmer
Linda Miller Carraway - Funeral Director/Office Manager
Life & Burial Insurance * Pre-Funeral Planning
Cremations * Notary Public
Edwards Funeral
Home, Inc.
702 N. Queen St.
Kinston, N.C. 28501
Locally owned and operated since 1920
Phone: 252-527-1123
Fax: 252-527-1124
E-mail: [email protected]
James H. “Jim” Eason
(252)523-3884 Fax
Owner-Funeral DirectorEmbalmer
This Space for Rent
This Space for Rent
Office: (252) 523-1366 IF NO ANSWER: (252) 527-0708
500 East Blount Street ~ Kinston, North Carolina 28501
In Loving Memory of
Charles & Vi Bianchi
Hyman M. Bizzell, Jr.
Angelo Boscarino
Bremner Family
Bill Cashin
Cashin Family
Richard F. & Anne T. Cavanaugh
Robert & Marcella Curtis
John DeLuise, Sr. & Michael DeLuise
Dee Del Papa
Tonya Benita Drake
Walter & Doris Dupré
Rita Fallon
George & Ann Fisher
Roman & Teofila Flores
Francis & Kuzdenyi Families
Jerry & Vivienne Garbis
Norlburt Greene
Richard J. Hargitt
John A. Ipock
Lonnie Gene Jarman Jr.
Charles & Annie Kellum
Paul & Gladys Lee
Joe & Georgia McLeod
Edward & Queenie Mae Mumm
Thomas Joseph Mumm
Margarita Tejano - Orphilla
James L. Owens
Edward Pacofsky
George & Juliette Rancourt
Christle & Joshua Robinson
Jeff & Verna Rutherford
Nicolas & Maria Tejano
Emiliano & Brigida Tejano-Perez
Remember in Your Prayers
Thomas A. Uhlig
Lord, hear our prayers for the sick of our
parish listed below and for all of those who
are not listed, but are in need of prayers.
Pray especially for: Josephine Almanza,
Ofelia and Manny Arcino, Carlos Austin,
Sandy Barwick, Kirsten Blanks, Andrea
Brandes, Fr. Ed Burch, Bill Carroll, Myron
Carter, Glen, Mayre & Lillian Colburn, Olissa Cox, John
Crowley, Monica Daugherty, Chris Davis, Dot DeLuise,
Bob and Imelda Dunbar, Sandy Fisher, Bishop Joseph
Gossman, Corbin Hawkins, Brenda Ipock, Dolores
Montgomery, Beth Stalnaker Hill, Bertha Hill & Family,
Morris Howard, Charlotte Johnson, Phillip Johnson,
Donna Lassiter, Sandra Lassiter, Sanjuana Martinez,
Ivory Meadows, Carolyn & Robert Melton, Msgr. Francis
Moeslein, Basil Moots, Beatrice Olds, Bruce Patterson,
Sue Plasky, Leo Quintero, Silas Rechtenwald, Fr. Ernest
Ruede, Anthony Ruggiero, Sandra Singleton, Jim
Sperry, Linda Tejano, Anne Toulouse, Ron and Shelby
VanCor, Zachery Weldon.
Into Your Hand O Lord, we commend the souls of our
dearly departed.
Let us hold in prayer the family and friends of the
departed. May the souls of the faithful departed rest in
peace.
Please remember in prayer all the caregivers. May they
be strengthened in faith and compassion.