ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST
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 Shawn French • Deacon Ed Putonti • Deacon Juan Jorge Hernandez• Deacon Dominic T. Hoang ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: 972-423-5600 PARISH MANAGER: Deacon Gregg Kahrs & Melissa Humason • 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 DIRECTOR: Megan McQuaid FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY COUNSELING SERVICES: 972-424-5794 CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Marcela Solis PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosalba Hernández ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: 972-578-0610 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 PRINCIPAL: Suzanne Bacot PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes 972-423-7926 Coordinator: Kenton Kravig ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington PARISH ORGANIZATIONS GRUPOS PARROQUIALES 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 Fuente de Vida: Pedro García 214-536-4039 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 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 Renovación Carismática Católica: Evelyn Colón 214-636-0282 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: Miles & Claudine Humphries 972-423-8834 Knights of Columbus #6065: 469-450-6651 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 That Man is You: Bryan Quarrles 972-359-0185 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) 1 17 DE NOVIEMBRE DEL 2013 NOVEMBER 17, 2013 STEWARDSHIP MASS INTENTIONS & DAILY BIBLE READINGS Saturday ‐ Sábado (11/16) 8:30 AM José Carlos Delgadillo 5:30 PM Milagros Barcenas Sunday ‐ Domingo (11/17) 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Mal 3:19‐20a Ps 98 2 Thes 3:7‐12 Lk 21:5‐19 7:30 AM John Collins 9:00 AM Sean Harrington 10:30 AM People of St. Mark 12:00 PM Maria Rivera 1:30 PM Candido Ramirez 3:00 PM Papa Francisco 4:30 PM Marivel Cervantes 6:00 PM Milagro Barcenas Thirty‐Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Today’s readings paint a somewhat frightening picture of the end of time. But the Gospel ends with the assurance to faithful stewards that those who persevere will be saved. Trigésimo Tercero Domingo en el Tiempo Ordinario Las lecturas de hoy pintan un cuadro algo miedoso del final de lostiempos. Pero el Evangelio termina dando seguridad a los administradores fieles de los bienes de Dios que los que perseveran se salvaran. NOVEMBER 10 COLLECTION Monday ‐ Lunes (11/18) St Rose Philippine Duchesne 1 Mc 1:10‐15, 41‐43, 54‐57, 62‐ 63; Ps 119; Lk 18:35‐43 6:30 AM Alejandro Aranguren 8:30 AM Jim Hogan Tuesday ‐ Martes (11/19) 2 Mc 6:18‐31; Ps 3; Lk 19:1‐10 6:30 AM Maria Elizabeth R. Rivera 8:30 AM Frank VanHorn Online Donations $ 16,731 Total for 2013 $ 58,285 Wednesday ‐ Miércoles (11/20) 6:30 AM John Collins 2 Mc 7:1, 20‐31; Ps 17; Lk 19:11‐ 8:30 AM José Carlos Delgadillo 28 7:30 PM Albert & Nora de Arango Total Collection $ 59,460 Attendance 6,832 Weekend Collection $ 32,875 DEBT REDUCTION Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 9,854 Weekly Donations $ 1,035 Thursday ‐ Jueves (11/21) Presentation of the Virgin Mary 1 Mc 2:15‐29; Ps 50; Lk 19:41‐44 6:30 AM Rosalie Weire 8:30 AM Porfirio Dy Friday ‐ Viernes (11/22) St Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr 1 Mc 4:36‐37, 52‐59; 1 Chr 29; Lk 19:45‐48 6:30 AM John Collins 8:30 AM Msgr Claude Smythe 5:30 PM Milagros Barcenas Saturday ‐ Sábado (11/23) St Clement I; St Columban 6:1‐13; Ps 9; Lk 20:27‐40 8:30 AM John Collins 5:30 PM Agnes Briggs Budget $ 60,000 Sanctuary Improvement Goal $ 250,000 Collections over budget for $ <30,280> Sanctuary Improvements fiscal year since 7/1/2013 $ 71,496 Leah Quiambao is the winner of the children’s stewardship envelopes. SAFE ENVIRONMENT SESSIONS AMBIENTE SEGURO PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN FAVOR DE NO TRAER NIÑOS PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH Please call the Parish Office to add or remove someone from the list. Names will be listed for four weeks. Judy Ahr; Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Sofia Alvarado; Tom Anderson; Elvia Arias; Erica Arias; Anthony Captino; Clemente Carroso; Marina Devlin; Michael Thomas Donovan; Deacon Bill Flynn; Real Giguere; Ronnie & Phillip Jannetto; Mike Kabaj; Brenda Kinsella; Patricia Kozuch; Ellie Leonard; Jerry Lewallen; Judy Looney; David Luciano; Sydney Marquis; Margarita Mena; Victoria Mena; Teresa Mercado; Rita Michael; Mike Murray; Persia Family; Carlyn Prince; Ray Rivera; Angel Reyes; Paulina Reyes; Francisco Rivera; Scott Stimberman; Patricia Vigil; Sofia Ventura; Gustavo Vergara If you have an extra vehicle you have been considering donating, please call Charity Motors Car Donation Program to donate your vehicle and designate the proceeds to ST. MARK CATHOLIC CHURCH. John Paul II High School “Family of Faith” January 11 at 10AM February 8 at 10AM St. Vincent de Paul Society needs the following items: Tuna Fish, Spaghetti Sauce, Mac and Cheese, Chili, Peanut Butter, Jelly, diapers (newborn) and bed frames in any size. Place items in donation box located in the Narthex. Pick up of large items can be arranged by calling SVDP at 972‐423‐1877. New Members, We welcome you to share our life, worship and mission. Please visit the parish office to register, register online at stmarkplano.org or ask and usher for a registration form. The beautiful altar flowers gracing our sanctuary this week are in memory of Ronald Fossier and were donated by Jennifer Fossier, Ronald, Jr, Sabrina and Charlene. You will receive a tax deduction while helping our church. For information, call 972‐242‐7489. 2 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES MINISTERIOS DE ADULTOS Y FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA 972-424-5794 Christ Renews His Parish Annual CRHP Family Celebration Sunday, November 24, 2013 Bring the whole family! CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Men Apr 5‐6 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. CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Hombres abr 26‐27 Mujeres feb. 8‐9 El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento indi‐ vidual 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 Cristia‐ na en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad. 4:30PM Bilingual Mass – Main Sanctuary Potluck Supper ‐ St. Mark Parish Center What to bring: (Dish to serve 12) English & Spanish Men: Meat dish Spanish Women: Side Dish/Salad English Women: Dessert Every Family: One liter bottle of your drink of choice Cristo Renueva su Parroquia Celebración Anual Familiar de CRSP Domingo, 24 de Noviembre, 2013 ¡Para toda la familia! Funeral Ministry Volunteers Needed Our Ministry is to assist families to prepare for the funeral liturgy with the support of our faith 4:30 PM Misa Bilingüe – En la Iglesia Community. Cena para compartir – En el Salón Parroquial We offer the grieving family: ¿Qué puedes traer? (Suficiente para 12 personas) Consolation and help planning the funeral liturgy Grupo de hombres en ingles y español: Comida principal Our presence with the family during the liturgy Grupo de mujeres en español: Acompañamiento/Ensalada Assistance preparing the funeral program (Worship Aid) Grupo de mujeres en ingles: Postre Grieving resources Cada familia: Botella de refresco de 1 litro If interested please contact Rosalba Hernandez at 972‐423‐5600 x 230 or [email protected] Advent Book Sale There will be books and materials on Advent for sale in the Narthex on December 8. Mark your calendars now and plan to stop by to get your Advent materials. Ministerio de Funerales Necesita Voluntarios Nuestro Ministerio es para asistir a las familias con la preparación de la Liturgia Fúnebre con el suporte de nuestra Comunidad de Fe. Venta de Libros Habrá una venta de libros de Adviento en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia el 8 de Diciembre. ¡Marquen sus calendarios y no falten! Le ofrecemos a la familia en duelo: Consolación Ayuda en la Planificación de la Liturgia Fúnebre Nuestra presencia con la familia durante La Liturgia Fúnebre Ayuda en la preparación del Programa del Funeral Recursos y ayuda de duelo y compasión WELLNESS CENTER FREE OFFER The Plano Senior Center of Plano has been given a grant to offer free blood pressure and blood sugar testing to those 55 years and older. They will be at St. Mark on Dec. 2. Call the St. Mark Family & Adult Ministry (972‐424‐5794) to sched‐ ule your screening. It will be held in the St. Mark Parish Center and take less than 10 minutes. Si está interesado comuníquese con Rosalba Hernández al 972‐423‐5600 x 230 or [email protected]. NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP begins on January 16 and meets for 9 consecutive Thursdays, 7PM – 8:30PM, St. Mark Parish Center, 1105 W. 15th St. New Day is for any‐ one who has lost a loved one to death. Participants work through the tasks of grief in an atmosphere of caring and un‐ derstanding. Cost: $20 (workbook). Registration required. Call 972‐424‐5794. OFERTA GRATIS DEL CENTRO DE BIENESTAR El Plano Senior Center ofrecerá exámenes gratui‐ tos de presión arterial y glucosa en la sangre, para todas aquellas personas de 55 años de edad o mayor. Estarán en St. Mark el 2 de diciembre. Llame a la oficina de Familia y Adultos de St. Mark al 972‐424‐5794 para hacer una cita. Se llevará a cabo en el Cen‐ tro Parroquial de St. Mark el evangelista y tomará menos de 10 minutos. Listen to Catholic Radio KATH 910 AM Escucha Radio Católica KJON 850 AM 3 17 DE NOVIEMBRE DEL 2013 ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715 NOVEMBER 17, 2013 KNIGHTS’ CORNER Council 6065 First Reconciliation Assembly 2266 Altar Servers Dinner: November 19 We are hosting all of our altar servers and their families to a dinner of hot dogs, hamburgers, beans, chips and dessert in the school cafetorium on Tuesday, November 19 following the special Altar Servers Mass. This dinner is our way of saying “Thank You” for all that the Altar Servers have done for our parish community. Congratulations to all the students who celebrated First Recon‐ ciliation. Thank you to all the parents and catechists, Fr. Cliff and Fr. Lauro for helping them prepare for this celebration. If your child did not have an opportunity to participate in last weeks’ First Reconciliation services please contact the Faith Formation office. 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 call Gil Brand at 214-282-2581 for information. He can provide a charitable receipt for your donations. Gil’s email address is [email protected]. For more information about the organization, the website is www.computersfortheblind.net. Please do NOT leave any used computer equipment in the church Narthex. Non-functioning pointing devices (mice) and keyboards as well as used CDs and DVDs may be left in the flag box in the Usher’s Room for recycling for Special Olympics. Donations Needed Elementary Faith Formation and St. Mark School are collecting items for the St. Michael Society, a group that puts together care packages and prays for deployed troops. Items Needed: Beef Jerky, cans of nuts, dried fruit, crunchy granola bars, individual drink mixes (powder), gum, hard candy, puzzle books, and cards. Items can be left with the Faith Formation office support team during class times on Sunday and Wednesday. Flags and Electronics Recycling for Special Olympics Unserviceable flags continue to be collected in the flag box which is now Happy Thanksgiving! located inside the Usher’s Room at the rear of the old Narthex. If you are There will be no Elementary Faith Formation not familiar with the location of the Usher’s Room, please ask an usher classes on Sun., November 24; Wed., for directions. Used cell phones, inkjet cartridges, digital cameras, camst November 27; and Sun., December 1 . corders, and hand held electronic games can also be placed in this box. The flags will be disposed of in a proper manner. All electronic equip***** ment will be recycled by an environmentally responsible company and the proceeds from the recycling will be donated to Special Olympics. Primera Reconciliación 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. If you would prefer not to speak with the store manager, please provide the necessary information (store name and location) to either Bill Ptacek on 972-424-6507 or Paul Krusac on 972-516-0659 and we will contact the appropriate store personnel. Felicitaciones a todos los estudiantes que celebraron su Primera Reconciliación. Damos las gracias a todos los padres de familia, catequistas, Padre Cliff y Padre Lauro por su ayuda en la prepa‐ ración de esta celebración. Si su hijo no tuvo oportunidad de participar en la Primera Recon‐ ciliación, llame a la oficina de Formación de Fe. Se Necesitan Donaciones El departamento de Formación de Fe a y la escuela St. Mark están colectando artículos para St. Michael Society, un grupo que ora y manda paquetes a las tropas que están desple‐ gadas en el extranjero. Artículos que necesitamos: “Beef Jerky”, nueces, fruta seca, granola bars, bebidas en polvo individuales, chicle, dulces duros, libros de rompecabe‐ zas, y tarjetas. Los artículos pueden ser dejados con el equipo de apoyo de oficina durante las horas de clase de Formación de Fe el domin‐ go y el miércoles. PARISH LIBRARY Open Mon‐Thurs 9AM‐12PM & Wed. 3:30‐5PM Book Drop in 2nd Library door is open 24/7 DVD: Nine Days That Changed the World ‐ about Blessed Pope John Paul II's historic pilgrimage to Poland in 1979 Book: Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Conquest of Darkness by Warren H. Carroll An invitation to a meaningful life: Book: "The Monastery of the Heart" by Joan Chittister ¡Feliz Día de Acción Gracias! Altar Flower Honorariums Honorariums for the Altar Flowers are accepted. If you would like to dedicate the weekend flowers for a special intention, please contact the Parish Office at 9724235600. El domingo 24 y el miércoles 27 de noviembre y el domingo 1 de diciembre no habrá clases de Formación de Fe para niños de primaria. 4 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Youth & Young Adult Ministries News! ¡Noticias del Ministerio de Jóvenes & Jóvenes Adultos! 972-578-9583 E-mail: [email protected] Youth Grades 6-12 2013/2014 Faith Formation! Registration by appointment only for grade 6‐12. Office Hours: Mon‐Thurs 10am‐6pm and Friday 10am‐2pm. Catechists Needed We are looking for Catechists and Catechist Aids for the following sessions: Mon. at 7‐8:30PM, Wed. at 7‐9:30PM & Thurs. at 7PM Call or visit our office for more information Spirit Mass Sunday 6PM Sunday, Nov. 17 & 24 Domingo 17 y 24 de Nov. •MS ‐10am, 12pm, 2pm & 4pm •HS ‐7pm to 9:30pm Our Office will be Closed on Nov. 25‐29. We will reopen Dec. 1. Monday, Nov. 18 & 25 Lunes 18 y 25 Nov. •MS ‐7pm High School R.A.D. Night Tuesday, November 19 & 26 Martes 19 y 26 Noviembre •MS ‐ 7pm Tues., Nov. 19, 7‐9PM Youth House Wednesday, November 20 & 27 Miércoles 20 y 27 de Noviembre •HS‐ 7pm Azteca Dance Group Thursday, November 21 & 28 Miércoles 21 y 28 de Noviembre •HS‐ 7pm Middle School Youth Group Social Saturday, November 23 from 7‐9pm in Youth Center / cost: $5 Need Youth Ministry information form signed by parents. High School Teens perform for the celebration of the Virgin of Guadalupe and other events. Contact Laura Salazar at [email protected] or Armando Vazquez at 214‐916‐9027 All sessions will meet in the Youth Center Women of St. Mark Meeting November 19, 7PM in McGivney Hall All women of the parish are invited to the November 19 meeting of The Women of St. Mark. We will meet in McGivney Hall at 7 PM. This month’s meeting will be a special presentation by several of our members. They will share the cultural background of their holiday celebrations. Cultures represented will be Polish, Czech, Filipino, (UK) British, and El Salvador. This evening promises to be filled with music, crafts, art, food delicacies, decorations, and great stories! For additional information, please contact Dorette Putonti 972‐898‐0421 or [email protected] Awaiting Christ teaches us to think like and love His church as the Blessed Mother did. All are welcome to an Advent Retreat presented by Fr. Jarek Zanienski & Fr. Tadeusz Kopcynski of the Families of Nazareth Movement and will include Conference, Eucharistic Adoration, Confession, & Holy Mass. Registration forms located in the Bethany Narthex rack. TO LIGHT YOUR WAY THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS November 20, 7PM – 8:30PM, St. Mark Parish Center A prayer service & program about grieving our losses through the holiday season ‐ for those who have lost a loved one to death. For info/registration, call Family & Adult Ministry, 972‐424‐5794. Date: Wed., Dec. 4, 2013 ‐ please register by Nov. 29 Time: 8:00 AM ‐ 12:15 PM Where: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish 2700 W. Spring Creek Pkwy. Plano, TX 75023 Cost: $10/person by Nov. 29 ‐ $15/person at the door Morning snack included in the registration fee. Contact: Claudine Humphries at [email protected] or 214‐236‐9916 www.familiesofnazareth.us www.Facebook.com/StMarkCatholicChurchPlanoTx 5 17 DE NOVIEMBRE DEL 2013 NOVEMBER 17, 2013 We Care Ministry Open House TODAY at 2:30PM WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL We are excited to announce our Kick‐Off meeting for all those who are considering joining our We Care program! We have many volunteers who have gra‐ ciously stepped up to be Care Managers and are looking forward to meeting you. Please come to our meeting TODAY at 2:30PM in McGivney Hall in the Parish Center. Our guest speaker, Mr. Jim Boyle, will outline the preparation of a Living Will and an‐ swer legal questions regarding regular wills, medical forms and other related legal concerns. Jim is a St. Mark Parishioner and has been practicing law for over 30 years. We will complete our meeting by 4:30PM. We look forward to seeing you! Light refreshments will be available. The new number for the We Care Ministry is 214 914‐ 4670 or you may reach out to Martha Bernatis via email at [email protected] at any time. The Focolare Movement is a vast ecclesial movement in the Catholic Church whose spirituality of unity is based on Jesus’ priestly prayer, “May they all be one” (Jn 17:21). Members of the Focolare Movement will be at our parish at masses this weekend to introduce you to the Movement which tries to live the gospel from the point of unity in the families and in society. They will be offering copies of Living City Magazine for a donation of $4. Pray the Rosary after the 6:30am & 8:30am Masses St. Mark Adult Community Potluck Dinner All parishioners 50 and over are invited to our Potluck Dinner on Saturday, November 23 at 6:30PM following the 5:30PM Mass in the Community Center #101. Drop off your dish to share in the Community Room #101 between 5‐5:30PM before Mass if you like. We have invited the St. Elizabeth seniors to join us. All are welcome Call if you have any questions. Candy Butcher, 214‐563‐6823 or [email protected] We would like to inform you that tax‐free distributions to St. Mark from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) has been extended until December 31, 2013. The donor is at least age 70 1/2 at the time the gift is made. The charitable gift is made directly from an IRA to the charity. An individual can give a maximum of $100,000 in 2013. A spouse can give an equal amount from his/her IRA. Individuals can make as many gifts in any amount to as many charities as desired as long as the total does not exceed $100,000 for 2013. The gift qualifies as all or a portion of the Required Minimum Distribution. Come pray with us for the Church, Government and the salvation of souls. Benefits: Gives us a perfect knowledge of Jesus Christ Purifies our souls, washes away venial sin. Gives us victory over all our enemies. Makes it easy to practice virtue and enriches us with grace Sets us on fire with love of Our Lord and Our Lady. ST. MARK COLUMBARIUM: Niches are available. If you would like 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. 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. 6 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY CORONILLA A LA DIVINA MISERICORDIA Miércoles a las 7PM en la Iglesia y a las 7:30PM la Santa Misa será en Español. CHRISTMAS CARDS & GIFTS ARE HERE! Your Christmas card and Holy Family lighted dome orders should be picked up this weekend —Saturday, November 16, or Sunday, November 17—at the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary table in the Narthex. Los viernes en la capilla en la exposición del santísimo sacramento se realizará el Rezo de la Coronilla a la Divina Misericordia a las 6:30PM. Los invitamos a la Reunión de los “Cenáculos Eucarísticos a la Divina Misericordia” todos los Viernes en el Salón de conferencias #202 de 7‐9PM. The St. Mark Church choir will be singing the national anthem at the Allen American's game Recycling Opportunity for on January 4. As a member of St. Mark, you St. Mark Community along with family and friends have the opportunity to take advantage of discounted At St. Mark church, we have a recycling container behind the seats to the game vs. Rapid City at 7:05pm Smyth Pastoral Center. By placing your recyclables here, you can (doors open at 6:05pm). All St. Mark seats will cost $14 (gate help both the environment and your parish. price will be $18). To purchase tickets visit: The church is reimbursed for collecting these materials www.formstack.com/forms/?1578460‐0ARwKy4DYg YES! Please recycle these Paper and Cardboard products in the St. Mark recycling container: John Paul II Open House TODAY, 1:30-4PM Brown paper bags, catalogs, junk mail, envelopes, paperback books, newspapers, magazine, greeting cards, wrapping paper and tissue paper and office paper (paperclips and staples are ok). Join the entire John Paul II High School Family for Open House on Sunday, November 17, 2013. This exciting afternoon features JPIIHS faculty, staff, administration, and students. Attendees will be entered into a drawing for a $1,000 credit toward 2014‐2015 tuition. The event runs from 1:30‐4:00pm with final tours begin‐ ning at 3:00pm. Spend the afternoon with us and get the full JPIIHS experience! 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 LOCAL 24 HOUR CRISIS LINE 972‐423‐7233 NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOT LINE 1‐800‐799‐SAFE (7233) EMERGENCIES: 911 El teléfono LOCAL para ayuda esta abierto las 24 horas del día 972‐423‐7233 El teléfono NACIONAL para ayudarle con asuntos de violencia domestica 1‐800‐799‐7233 En EMERGENCIAS, llame a 911 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 show ers, conferences, meetings, seminars and more. DID YOU KNOW? There are two impressive venues available for rental? Great Hall seats 320 ; McGivney Hall seats 125. For information or to schedule a tour, please contact the parish office at 9724235600 or email at [email protected] . Purchase St. Mark car stickers! Only $5 available at the St. Mark parish or school office. 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. 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. 7 17 DE NOVIEMBRE DEL 2013 NOVEMBER 17, 2013 AROUND THE DIOCESE YOUR VOICE CAN CHANGE A 5th Annual Christmas Bazaar CHILD’S LIFE. Saturday, December 14th Children who have been removed 9AM-4PM from their homes and placed in the Bishop Lynch High School child welfare system because of abuse 9750 Ferguson Road at Peavy in Dallas and neglect rely on CASA of Collin County Volunteer Advocates to be their voice in court throughout their journey to a safe, lov‐ More than 75 area vendors are expected. They will feature one‐ ing, forever home. With staff support, volunteers work directly of‐a‐kind items such as home décor, clothing and accessories, with children and their families. These volunteers are the “eyes handbags, jewelry, religious articles, artwork, candles, kitchen and the ears” of the court, gathering invaluable information and wares, children's items, delightful goodies and much more. making impartial recommendations so that the best interest of Supporting The Bishop Lynch Brigade Drill Team each child is served. Please join with CASA of Collin County, FREE ADMISSION become a Volunteer Advocate and speak up on behalf of Raffle drawings all day children. It is an effort of time and heart. For more information visit casaofcollincounty.org For booth rental information please email [email protected] Prayer Breakfast for Life November 21, 7:30‐9AM, Hilton Dallas Lincoln Center Bishop Deshotel will offer the Invocation, followed by a keynote by Fr. Alfonse Nazzaro. Heroic Media saves lives through the power of media. Its mission is to connect women in crisis pregnancies with pregnancy resource centers and adoption agencies, to changes the lives of women and to saves the lives of "Don’t just survive in your spiritual life…thrive. their babies. Tickets are $50 and all are invited to attend this momentous event! Please also consider sponsoring a table for All young adults from throughout the diocese are invited to seminarians, religious and high school students. attend the two‐day THRIVE Conference November 22 & 23 Registration and more information on Heroic Media and its featuring nationally recognized speakers, breakout sessions, ado‐ ration and more. mission at www.heroicmedia.org/breakfast. Register at www.ThriveInDallas.net to receive the $35 early bird Questions? rate, or pay $45 at the door. contact Heroic Media directly @ 214 504 1681 or committee Price includes admission and food. The conference will be held at member Mary Brooks [email protected] 214 675 4989. St. Rita Catholic Church at 12521 Inwood Road in Dallas. Please visit http://www.thriveindallas.net/#!about/c66t for information on childcare. Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe 2215 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75201 Nov. 12, 7-9PM The mission of YCP is to encourage young adults working in various professions to ‘Work in Witness for Christ.’ Join us on Tuesday, November 12th to hear from Peggy Hartshorn, Ph.D., President of Heartbeat International. Under Peggy’s leadership, Heartbeat has grown to become the most expansive network of pregnancy help ministries in the world, located in forty‐eight countries. YCP's November event will also feature a special Fall wine tasting, beginning at 7:00pm! RSVP at www.facebook.com/youngcatholicprofessionals All young professionals in their 20s and 30s are invited to this FREE event. 8 Now on Facebook! Check out & “LIKE” two pages for St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church & School St. Mark Catholic Church – Plano,TX St. Mark Catholic School – Plano,TX ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY E-Contribute Online Giving Start today by following these 3 easy steps: 1. Go to www.stmarkparish.org 2. Set up your account. 3. Choose payment option and customize your donation. This feature allows you to make a one-time donation, initiate a new recurring donation or increase your current amount. We appreciate your generosity! 9
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