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ST. MARK
THE
EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST
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
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 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 • COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST: Adriana Brady
FACILITIES MANAGER: Will Alt • FACILITIES: Joe Walter
YOUTH MINISTRY: 972-578-9583
CO-DIRECTORS: John & Tina O’Neill
FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts
ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY COUNSELING SERVICES: 972-424-5794
ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: 972-578-0610
PRINCIPAL: Suzanne Bacot
PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes 972-423-7926
CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark
ASSOC. DIRECTOR: Debbie Gonzales
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosalba Hernández
ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan
ST. MARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT
CENTER: 972-578-7970
DIRECTOR: Barbara Ryan
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
GRUPOS PARROQUIALES
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
CHOIRS & MUSIC: 972-423-6041
Coordinator: Kenton Kravig
ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington
CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS
ORGANIZACIONES CATÓLICAS
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
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
Mom’s Group: Teresa Knode 972-437-9277
Movimiento de la Renovación Carismática Católica:
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
Pro-Life: JoAnn Murray 972-442-1127
Provida Ministry: 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: Dorette Putonti 972-898-0421
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: Pedro & Jackeline Sanchez 214-994-6151
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
BULLETIN DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM
(11 DAYS BEFORE PUBLICATION)
PLEASE SUBMIT ALL ENTRIES IN A TIMELY MANNER TO
[email protected]
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: 6:30-8PM; & Fridays: 4:30-5:15 PM Saturdays: 3:30-5PM, 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: Para niños menores de 7 años las pláticas pre-bautismales son el 3er Sábado de cada mes. Es requisito inscribirse en la oficina del
Ministerio de Familias y Adultos. Los bautizos son el 2º y 4º Sábado del mes. Para niños de 7 años o mayores llame a la oficina de Formación de Fe.
CONFESIONES: Viernes a las 4:30-5:15PM y Sábados: 3:30-5PM.
MATRIMONIO: Favor de llamar a la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos para hacer una cita. Se requieren 6 meses de anticipación.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: 1° y 3er Sábado del mes en la Misa de las 8:30AM en Ingles, último miércoles del mes en la misa de las 7:30PM en
español o llame a la oficina.
ORDENES SAGRADAS y LA VIDA CONSAGRADA: Llame al P. John Szatkowski (214-379-2860)
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STEWARDSHIP
MASS INTENTIONS &
DAILY BIBLE READINGS
Saturday ‐ Sábado (8/10) 8:30 AM  Josephine Folvarsky 5:30 PM  Agnes Briggs Sunday ‐ Domingo (8/11) 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Wis 18:6‐9; Ps 33 Heb 11:1‐2 8‐19 or 11:1‐2, 8‐12 Lk 12:32‐48 or 12:35‐40 7:30 AM  Rose Captino 9:00 AM George & Judy Clark 10:30 AM People of St. Mark 12:00 PM  José Asunción Ramos 1:30 PM Familia Cinto 3:00 PM 
 Marco Reyes 4:30 PM Jaclyn Alexander 6:00 PM  Christine Vas Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Am I waiting for the “right” time to become a good steward? Do I plan to share my time and talents “later?” Today’s Gospel warns those who are procrastinating about stewardship to be prepared — “at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.” Decimonoveno Domingo en el Tiempo Ordinario ¿Estoy esperando yo el momento “apropiado” para volverme un buen administrador de los bienes de Dios? ¿Estoy pensando compartir mi tiempo y talentos “más tarde”? El Evangelio de hoy advierte a aquellos que posponen volverse buenos administrado‐
res de los bienes de Dios que estén preparados — “El Hijo del Hombre vendrá a la hora menos esperada.” 
Monday ‐ Lunes (8/12) St Jane Frances de Chantal Dt 10:12‐22; Ps 147; Mt 17:22‐27 6:30 AM  Peping Agoncillo 8:30 AM  Maria Hernandez 7:00 PM Priest Intention Tuesday ‐ Martes (8/13) Sts Pontian, Pope & Hippolytus Dt 31:1‐8; Dt 32; Mt 18:1‐5, 10, 12‐14 6:30 AM  Darlene, Brian, Eric Truskowski 8:30 AM  Daniel VanSice Wednesday ‐ Miércoles (8/14) St Maximilian Kolbe 6:30 AM 8:30 AM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM  Lawrence E. Calleia  Dominic & Anne Phung Deacon Bill Flynn  Tiburia Olvera Thursday ‐ Jueves (8/15) The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1‐6a, 10ab; Ps 45; 1 Cor 15:20‐27; Lk 1:39‐56 6:30 AM 8:30 AM 12:15 PM 6:00 PM 7:30 PM  John Collins Collections over budget for this fiscal Attendance 6103  Ron Sebastian year since 07/01/2013 is $ 9,371  Mary Koeger  Mary Lenart SAFE ENVIRONMENT SESSIONS
Josefina Aguilar Friday ‐ Viernes (8/16) Saint Stephen of Hungary Jos 24:1‐13; Ps 136; Mt 19:3‐12 6:30 AM Lilyana Widjaja 8:30 AM  Idamae & Lawrence Calleia 5:30 PM  Frank & Dorothy Novak Dt 34:1‐12; Ps 66; Mt 18:15‐20 Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3‐4, 15‐16, 16:1‐2; Ps 132; 1 Cor 15:54b‐57; Lk 11:27‐28 AUGUST 4 COLLECTION Weekend Collection $ 30,910 DEBT REDUCTION Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 2,127 Weekly Donations $ 2,290 Online Donations $ 1,418 Total for 2013 $ 44,840 Total Collection $ 34,455 Parish Tithe: Plano Shoe Ministry Archdiocese of Tororo, Uganda for School Children $ 4,000 Missionary Collection $ 23,380 Net Collection $ 30,455 Budget $ 40,000 AMBIENTE SEGURO
PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN
FAVOR DE NO TRAER NIÑOS
8:30 AM  Alice King Saturday ‐ Sábado (8/17) Jos 24:14‐29; Ps 16; Mt 19:13‐15 5:30 PM  Sophie Ejio August 20 at 7pm “Family of Faith” — St. Mark the Evangelist, Great Hall agosto 20 (EN ESPAÑOL‐PARA ADULTOS SOLAMENTE) 6PM ‐ Reentrenamiento 7PM ‐ Entrenamiento Nuevo “Familia de Fe”— St. Mark the Evangelist, Upper Room The Parish Office will be closed on Aug. 15 in observance of the Assumption of the Blessed Mary. La Oficina Parroquial estará cerrada el 15 de agosto en conmemoración de la Asunción de la Virgen María JOB OPPORTUNITY
Family Ministry Department 40 Hour, Fully Bilingual Position Includes coordination of various Spanish‐speaking ministry programs, marriage and quinceañera preparation, retreats, marriage and family ministries. College degree in related field and ministry experience required. There will be no Confessions on Wed. August 14 & 28. No habrá confesiones los miércoles 14 y 28 de agosto. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH
Josefina Aguilar; Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Baula Family; Johnny Briant; Earl & Katherine Brittain; Jerry Bonniol; Paula Bloomer; Joy Carillo; Judy Chaney; Roy Chaney; Nicholas Cusher; Leda Diedrich; Angela Echevers; Terry Eubank; Deacon Bill Flynn; Michele Foust; Sara Galvez; Gary Garay; Dolores García; Jeff Garrett; Gerardo Gonzalez; Rosemary Graham; Christy Graves; Terry Hundl; Hilda Jasso; Frank Lanza; Ellie Leonard; Jerry Lewallen; Christina Lino; Heather Litz; Danny & Maggy Lopez; Eva McManus; Margarita Mena; Victoria Mena; Adelle Monsalve; Mike Murray; Eristeo Perez; Persia Family; Paul Reilly; Angel Reyes; Judy Rooney; Stephenie & Michael Staton; Sergio Tellez; Larry Sloan; Jose‐
phine Smith; Helen Wilmsen Send resume to Judy Clark: [email protected] Temporary Database Coordinator St. Mark has an immediate opening for a temporary position for a Database Coordinator. Job requirements are knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church and its mission. Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets and maintaining database are a must. Bilingual helpful. Send resume to Cathie Seibold: [email protected] 2
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THE
EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES
MINISTERIOS DE FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA
972-424-5794
CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Men Oct. 19‐20 Women Jan 18‐19 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. The Spirit is Coming...
More Details to Follow
CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Hombres oct 26‐27 Mujeres feb. 8‐9 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. Come and See!
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults –
RCIA
MOM’S GROUP MEETING
Starting September 5, 10AM – Noon
Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith? Perhaps you’ve considered becoming Catholic and would like to find out about the RCIA process. There will be a “Come and See” on Sun. Aug. 11, at 10am, in the Upper Room. It’s a wonderful opportunity to find out about RCIA and to have your questions answered. For information, please contact Debbie Betz at [email protected] or 972‐
423‐4715, ext. 232. Each year our parish needs sponsor/companions for men and women who are interested in becoming Catholic. To find out more about this valuable ministry, contact Debbie Betz or John Lemburg at 214‐475‐5416. A sponsor training/meeting will be scheduled in September for those interested in being sponsors. Gather together to form a network of friends, mutual support, opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings in the Upper Room, #208 (Pastoral Center). Childcare by reservation 972‐424‐5794. For more info, call Teresa Knode at 972‐437‐9277 ANNULMENTS
Are You Ready To Begin The Annulment Process? Plan to attend an Informational meeting: Sun., Aug 25, 1PM, McGivney Hall in the Parish Center. Call 972‐424‐5794 for more information or to register. Rito de Iniciación Cristiana (RICA)
Si usted es adulto y desea bautizarse o le faltan los Sacramentos de Iniciación, habrá una sesión “Vengan y Verán” donde se les explicará el proceso de RICA. Esta sesión se llevará a cabo el domingo, 11 de Agosto, a las 4pm en la cafetería. También es para parejas que desean convalidar su matrimonio. Para información llame a Sister Esther al 972‐423‐4715 x225. NEWCOMER EVENT
New Members of St. Mark are invited to a Newcomer Welcome on August 22 at 7pm for a reception in the Great Room in the Parish Center. Parish staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide information on the various St. Mark ministries, organizations and activities. Please notify the Family & Adult Ministry at 972‐424‐5794 if you plan to attend. NUEVOS PARROQUIANOS
Registraciones para Movimiento Familiar
Cristiano Católico Ciclo 2013-2014
Los nuevos parroquianos de St. Mark están invitados a una Recepción de Bienvenida el 22 de Agosto a las 7pm empezando Invitamos a todas las familias de nuestra parroquia a vivir un con una recepción en el Great Room del Centro Parroquial de St. matrimonio más Cristiano, más unido por una familia feliz. Mark. El equipo parroquial y voluntarios estarán disponibles Estamos registrando familias para el nuevo ciclo 2013‐2014, para contestar proveer información sobre los ministerios, orga‐
actualmente somos más de 95 familias en San Marcos. nizaciones y actividades de la parroquia. Llame al 972‐424‐5794 si quieren asistir a la recepción. Adicionalmente invitamos a aquellas mujeres responsables de sus familias que están solas en el cuidado y educación de sus TALLERES DE ORACIÓN Y VIDA
hijos, a través del servicio “Familias al cuidado de las Madres y el Aprenda a profundizar en el arte de orar. Con variedades de servicios y MFCC”, el cual está enfocado a las familias de madres solteras, formas de oración, iremos mejorando la relación personal con Dios, viudas, divorciadas o separadas.
desde los primeros pasos hasta las alturas de la contemplación. ¿No Para más información, o si te gustaría formar parte del MFCC, sabes cómo orar? ¿Te gustaría vivir esta experiencia día a día? ¡Ven y comuníquese con Jackeline ó Pedro Sánchez al 214‐994‐6151 o participa! Continuaremos el 14 de agosto de 6:30‐8:30PM. Para más 214‐994‐5249.
información llame a Violeta Navarro al 469‐528‐5848. 3
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KNIGHTS’ CORNER
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715
Council 6065
Assembly 2266
Entertainment Book Sales
August 24/25
Hand in Hand, Step by Step On our journey together we share, The love of a mother dressing her daughter for First Communion, The pride of a father teaching his son to play ball, The tears of a family having lost a loved one, The laughter of our children playing on the playground, Our hopes, our dreams, our sorrows, our joys, Thank you God for being with us as we grow The sale of new 2014 Entertainment Books begins August 24 and 25 after all
Masses. We will be selling the new Dallas Entertainment Books only twice this
year. Sales will be in August and again in October. Books will be also available
in the Parish Office beginning August 12. The Entertainment Books are under
new management, have been improved and the cost has been reduced to $25.
One positive aspect identified by the new management is that an app will be
included for web access of Entertainment digital coupons which can be used
throughout the United States. These books are valid until NOV 1, 2014. Note:
Credit card purchases will be available through the Knights on both August 24
and 25. Bonus: A free Entertainment 2013 book will be provided with the purchase of two Entertainment 2014 books while supplies of the 2013 Books last.
Hand in Hand, Step by Step —Author unknown Mano en Mano, Paso por Paso En nuestra jornada juntos compartimos El amor de una madre vistiendo a su hija para su Primera Comunión, El orgullo de un padre enseñando a su hijo a jugar a la pelota, Las lágrimas de una familia por la pérdida de un ser querido, La risa de nuestros hijos jugando afuera, Nuestras esperanzas, nuestras (ilusiones), sueños, nuestros sufrimientos y gozos, Gracias Señor por acompañarnos en nuestro crecer. Computer Refurbishing
Used CPUs (especially Pentium 4 or equivalent and newer), monitors, printers,
scanners, fax machines, pointing devices (mice) as well as CDs and DVDs are
being accepted for donation to the Computers for the Blind organization. Please
contact Gil Brand at 214-282-2581 or [email protected] for
information and a charitable receipt for your donations. For more information
about the organization, the website is www.computersfortheblind.net. Please do
NOT leave any used computer equipment in the church Narthex.
Mano en Mano, Paso por Paso. Flags and Electronics Recycling for Special Olympics
Unserviceable flags continue to be collected in the flag box which is now located
inside the Usher’s Room at the rear of the old Narthex. If you are not familiar with
the location of the Usher’s Room, please ask an usher for directions. Used cell
phones, inkjet cartridges, digital cameras, camcorders, and hand held electronic
games can also be placed in this box. The flags will be disposed of in a proper
manner. All electronic equipment will be recycled by an environmentally responsible company and the proceeds from the recycling will be donated to Special
Olympics.
—Autor Desconocido A CELEBRATION FOR DEBBIE GONZALES
Sunday, August 11, 4PM
St. Mark Parish Center – Great Room
Special Note: If you see a flag on a business establishment that is in need of
replacement, please talk with the store manager, thank him for flying the Stars
and Stripes, and ask that the unserviceable flag be replaced and given to you.
You should then place the flag into the flag box identified above. The flag is the
symbol of our nation and it is important that it be displayed and maintained properly.
Debbie Gonzales has served as Associate Director of Family and Adult Ministry for over 11 years at St. Mark. She is setting off on a new adven‐
ture as Director of Family Ministry at St. Ann Catholic Church in Coppell. We want to celebrate her ministries at St. Mark and send her off with love, gratitude and prayer. Please join us. CELEBRACIÓN PARA DEBBIE GONZÁLES
Domingo, 11 de Agosto a las 4pm
St. Mark Parish Center – Great Room
Information for Joining K of C
Debbie Gonzáles ha servido como Directora Asociada en el Ministerio de Familia y Adultos por mas de 11 años en St. Mark. Debbie partirá a una nueva aventura como Directora de Ministerio de Familia en la Iglesia St. Ann en Coppell. Deseamos celebrar su dedicación y entrega con todos los ministerios de St Mark dándole un a despedida llena de amor, gratitud y oración. Por favor acompáñenos. The Women of St. Mark
“Meet & Greet” Ice Cream Social
August 27 at 7pm in McGivney Hall.
For information on joining the Knights, please see our Council website, www.kofc
-6065.org, or call our Grand Knight, Bill Butcher at 469-450-6651 or our Membership Director, Armando Guerra at 214-272-3537. You may also call Paul Krusac,
Past Grand Knight and Past Faithful Navigator, on 972-516-0659. On the website, click on the “Want to Join Our Council or Get More Info?” button on our
Home Page and complete the form that is shown. Then click on the “send” button
in the upper left corner of the form. You will be contacted promptly. Much more
information about the Council is also available on the website.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION/
ADORACIÓN EUCARÍSTICA At St. Mark we have 24‐hour Adoration each Friday starting at 9AM and ending before 8:30AM mass on Saturday. There are also 2 hours of silent Adoration on Tuesdays from 7‐9PM. Please join us. Join us in making new friends, through service, fun, fellowship and informational programs. For information contact Dorette Putonti, 972‐898‐0421 or [email protected] Please join us on August 27 En St. Mark hay adoración las 24 horas todos los viernes a partir de las 9AM y termina antes de la Misa de las 8:30AM el sábado. También hay 2 horas de adoración silenciosa, los martes de 7‐9PM. Por favor, acompáñenos. 4
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Youth & Young Adult Ministries News!
¡Noticias del Ministerio de Jóvenes & Jóvenes Adultos!
972-578-9583
E-mail: [email protected]
www.stmarkym.org
Youth Faith Formation For All Middle & High School Youth
August 14, 6:30-8pm
in the Youth Center
Early registration has begun for Grades 6‐12. Register now because classes are filling up! Forms are available in the Youth Office and Bethany Narthex. Visit our website or call the youth office for information. Friends are Welcome!
Once time‐slots are full, you will need to select another time. 2013‐14 Faith Formation begins for grades 6‐12 the week of September 8‐12! Good Luck to all the
students going
back to school!
Have a great School Year!
Call the Youth Office for more information. Youth Grades 6‐12 Catechist workshop Sunday, August 25 12:00pm Hospitality (Great Room and Vault) Guest speaker: Bruce Baumann Middle School / High School planning session 2:30pm Dismissal Azteca Dance Group
High School Teens that perform for the celebration of Virgin Guadalupe. For information please contact Laura Salazar at [email protected] St. Mark Community Carnival
Please Note: The Youth Office will be closed on Aug. 15 for the Feast of the Assumption of Mary Youth Ministry is collecting Stuffed Animals for the Kids Bingo. Please drop off donations at Youth Ministry Office. Be an ESL Volunteer Teacher ¡Aprenda a hablar, leer y escribir en inglés! Inscripciones para las clases de inglés serán el martes, 27 de agosto y el jueves, 29 de agosto de 6:30‐8:00pm Teach someone English:  So they can find a better job  Help their children with homework  Participate more fully in the world around them  No teaching experience or foreign language are required  Time commitment– 2 hours / 1 night a week for 12 weeks (Tuesday and/or Thursday at 6:30‐8:30pm)  Teacher training will be provided by LIFT.  All classroom materials provided. 
Iglesia St. Mark, Smyth Pastoral Center 1100 West 15th, 201 Plano, Texas 75075 Las clases empiezan el 3 de septiembre. 
Serán los martes y jueves de 6:30‐8:30pm. 
¡Las clases están abiertas para TODOS los adultos! 
¡Nunca es demasiado tarde para comenzar! 
No se requiere documentos. 
El costo es solamente $25 e incluye libros y actividades. Teacher Training— UTD Aug 10 9am‐1pm. Begin teaching on September 3, 2013 For more information contact: Stella Vea‐ ESL Program Manager 214‐824‐2000, ext 226 stellavea@lift‐texas.org www.lift‐texas.org 5
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The St. Vincent de Paul Black Bag Collection
Weekend of August 11
The Black Bags will be passed around immediately following the regular collection during the offertory portion of the Mass. KNIGHT
The St. Mark Conference provides direct financial assistance for basic services to the most needy within our parish community. This mission is 100% funded by parishioner contribution and 100% of contributions go directly to those in need. The Knights of Columbus Present Bingo Knight for St. Mark the Evangelist Church Sat., Aug. 24, 2013 at 6:30PM in the Cafetorium If you miss the second collection opportunity, please feel free to place your donation in the Poor Box. Your continuing generosity to this shared mission is greatly appreciated.
This is a kick off event for the Parish Carnival. All proceeds are going towards a new projection system for our Church Sanctuary. Catholic Children’s Bible
Pre‐Register for $25 online at www.KOFC‐6065.Org or fill out the form available in the Narthex. It will be $30 at the Door. You can also become a Table Sponsor or make a donation by contacting Blake Thompson at Blake@Buds‐Salads.com or 972‐533‐2214. EXTENDED!! We are offering families a chance to order a copy of Saint Mary's Press new Catholic Children's Bible at a reduced introductory cost of $20 for paperback plus $3.50 shipping and handling per book. Hardcover copies may also be purchased for $30 plus shipping and handling of $3.50 per item. The order form and additional information can be found on our website under Faith Forma‐
tion/Documents section. A variety of food and beverages will be available free of charge. You must be 21 or older to enter the event. Mark your calendars! Join your fellow parishioners, bring family and friends, prepare for FUN, and come win a Grand Prize of a $600 VISA Gift Card. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Betz at [email protected] or 972‐423‐4715, ext. 232. St. Mark Ladies Bridge Marathon
Play once a month (Sept‐May) for friendship, prizes and charity. Sign up with a partner or we will pair you with one. You arrange the date and time of play. PARISH LIBRARY Open Mon‐Thurs 9am‐12pm Book Drop in 2nd library door on North side open 24/7 Book from two different perspectives: When Your Kids Go To College ‐ by Michael Hunt, CSP, a college chaplain, and Lucantonio Salvi, a graduate student Please call Barbara at 972‐234‐1456 or Mary at 972‐424‐9185 to register or for additional information DVD: The Way The Korral will feature ‘Lil’ Kid Friendly Games, Story Time, Dinosaur Dig, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, and a safe play area for little ones to stretch and cool off. Family friendly fun, ST. MARK COLUMBARIUM: Niches are available. If you would like especially geared for families with toddlers and young children. The Kiddie Korral
New this Year at the St. Mark Carnival!
information or to purchase a niche, please call Cathie Seibold at 972‐423‐5600 ext. 222 to schedule an appointment. Brochures are available in the Narthex. Hours: Saturday from 11:30am to 5:30pm and Sunday from 10:30am to 4:30pm. This is not a “child care” area. Parents must be present at all times. COLUMBARIO DE ST. MARK: Los nichos del columbario de la parroquia están en venta. Para más información llame a Cathie Seibold al 972‐423‐5600. Folletos disponibles en el Narthex. To volunteer at the Kiddie Korral contact Debbie Betz at 972‐423‐5600 or [email protected]
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St. Mark Community Carnival
Labor Day Weekend
Aug 31, Sept 1 & 2
We Need Volunteers!
¡Necesitamos voluntarios!
El Carnaval es el recaudador de fondos más grande de nuestra comunidad. The Carnival is our Community’s largest joint fundraiser. Su ayuda es necesaria en cualquiera de las siguientes áreas: Bingo para niños, “Cookie Walk”, limpieza, centro de mando, ayuda para el entretenimiento, comidas y juegos. Volunteers are needed in any of the following areas: Kid’s Bingo, Cookie Walk, Clean‐Up Crew, Command Center, Entertainment Support, Food Tents, Games of Chance ¡Con tan sólo 2 horas puede hacer una gran diferencia! Just 2 hours of your time can make a big difference! Contact Volunteer Coordinator Anna Rozell at 972‐312‐9959 with questions or enter your name directly into the schedule by visiting www.stmarkplano.org then click on the Carnival page, volunteer subpage. Contacte a la Coordinadora de Voluntarios Anna Rozell al 972‐312‐9959 o apúntese directamente, visitando www.stmarkplano.org, haga clic en la página de Carnaval, subpágina voluntario. Raffle Tickets on sale after all Masses
in the Month of August!
¡Boletos para la rifa estarán a la venta
después de todas las misas en agosto!
Cost per ticket is $5 Cash, check and credit cards will be accepted. El costo por boleto es $5 Se aceptará efectivo, cheque y tarjetas de crédito. Primer premio – Televisor grande de pantalla plana Segundo Premio – Apple iPad Tercer – Apple iPad Mini Hay más de 30 oportunidades de ganar! 1st prize – Large, flat screen TV 2nd prize – Apple IPad rd
3 prize – Apple IPad Mini There are over 30 chances to win! All prizes were generously donated by parishioners and local business. The cost of printing was underwritten by Legacy Texas Bank. If you would like to help with Mass sales or if you would like to take a number of tickets to sell among your family and friends please contact Evelyn Colon at 214‐636‐0282 Todos los premios fueron generosamente donados por parroquianos y empresas locales. El costo de la impresión fue suscrito por el Texas Bank. Si usted desea ayudar con las ventas después de misa o si desea vender boletos entre su familia y amigos, por favor póngase en contacto con Evelyn Colon al 214‐636‐0282. For more information / Para más información www.stmarkplano.org [email protected] Claudine Humphries 214‐236‐9916 / Anna Rozell 972‐312‐9959 7
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Ark Adventure Preschool Fall Registration— Ages 2‐5 All Aboard the Ark! Ark Adventure Preschool serves children ages 2 to 5 year old. We are located in the Faith Formation Center at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. We are a state licensed, National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited preschool. We are currently enrolling students for the 2013‐2014 school year. We especially have spots available for your 2 and 3 year olds. New this year, we have extended hours to accommodate working parents. Come visit the Ark! To arrange a private tour or for more information, please call (972)596‐5505 ext. 4268 or check our website: www.setonparish.org/SetonsArk Attention Texas A&M Incoming Freshman
and Transfer Students!!
St. Mary’s Catholic Center at Texas A&M University invites each incoming freshman and transfer students to one of the two Connect 2013 Retreats: Mon., Aug. 19 through Tues., Aug. 20; or Fri., Aug. 23 through Sat., Aug. 24. Connect 2013 is a great way to start college life, learn about the dynamic Catholic presence at TAMU and make new friends. For more information or to register, call 979‐846‐5717 or visit www.aggiecatholic.org CATHOLIC BIBLICAL SCHOOL
CLASSES OFFERED
The Catholic Biblical School invites you to begin a scripture study course. This program will open up a whole new world focused on the inspired word of God. 
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The basic books of the Old Testament will be taught on Monday nights at St. Jude in Allen. The New Testament will be taught at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Plano on Tuesday nights. Este Congreso está diseñado para crear puentes importantes entre defensores de la vida en los Estados Unidos y países de habla Hispana de nuestra región. Oradores del congreso incluirán Arzobispo Gustavo García‐Siller de San Antonio, Obispo Daniel Flores de Brownsville, y Obispo Jaime Soto de Sacramento, así como expertos en asuntos de la vida, la familia y la bioética. Misas se celebrarán por Cardenales Sean Patrick O'Malley y Daniel DiNardo. Padre Jesús Belmontes y Alas presentarán un concierto memorable para los participantes del congreso! Boletos son de $30 por persona, $20 por jóvenes, y religiosas y niños menores de 12 entran gratis. Para más información y registración, visite www.congresohispano2013.org o llame al 972‐262‐5137 x 23. Classes run from September to May with appropriate breaks. The full year consists of three units of ten classes each. You can sign up for one unit or all three. No previous biblical background is needed. All courses are conducted by instructors with advanced degrees in Scripture. A program description is available at http://www.udallas.edu/ministry/continuinged/cbs/ Register online at the website or call the Catholic Biblical School at 972 721‐4118. Young Catholic Professionals Three Year Anniversary
Speaker and Celebration
The Congress is designed to build important bridges between defenders of life in the United States and Spanish‐speaking countries of our region. Congress speakers include Archbishop Gustavo García‐Siller of San Antonio, Bishop Daniel Flores of Brownsville, and Bishop Jaime Soto of The mission of YCP is to encourage young adults (in their 20s and Sacramento, as well as experts on issues of life, family and 30s, single and married) working in various professions to ‘Work bioethics. Masses will be celebrated by Cardinals Seán Patrick in Witness for Christ.’ Join us as we celebrate our three year O'Malley and Daniel DiNardo and Father Jesus Belmontes anniversary! In addition to music, giveaways, and free food and and the Wings will perform in a memorable concert! Tickets drinks, we will hear from John Hunt, the Executive Director of are $30 for adults, $20 for youth, and religious and children Legatus, an international organization of Catholic CEOs, under 12 are free. Presidents, Managing Partners and Business Owners. For more information and registration, visit RSVP at www.facebook.com/youngcatholicprofessionals. www.congresohispano2013.org or contact 972‐267‐5137 x 23. Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe 2215 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75201
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Friday Morning Mens Breakfast Group
Begins September 6, 2013, 6AM – 7:30AM
That Man is You! Is a 26 week interactive men’s program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of a man fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture. That Man is You! Sees to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. Location: St. Mark Parish Center, 1105 West 15th St., McGivney Room 9