March 29, 2015 - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Astoria New York

March 29, 2015 - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Astoria New York

MARCH 29TH, 2015— PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD
BAPTISMS / BAUTISMOS
Baptisms are celebrated twice monthly, once in English and
once in Spanish. Please see the bulletin for exact dates. Parents should make arrangements at the Rectory at least one
month in advance and must present child’s Birth Certificate
and proof of residence within the parish.
Los padres deben hacer los arreglos por lo menos un mes antes del Bautismo es necessario presenter el Acta de Nacimiento y prueba de que viven dentro de la parroquia.
BAPTISM SCHEDULE-—ENGLISH
WEDNESDAY
SUNDAY
Conference 8:00pm- Institute Ceremony 2:00 pm
April 22
April 26 ________
May 27
May 31
June 24
June 28
HORARIO DE BAUTISMOS—ESPANOL
MIERCOLES
DOMINGO
Charla 8:00pm— Instituto
Ceremonia 2:00pm
8 Abril
6 Mayo
10 Junio
8 Julio
12 Abril
10 Mayo
14 Junio
12 Julio
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OF CHILDREN/ CATECISMO
For information about the program, please call the Religious Education Office at (718) 278-1834, ext. 14, Monday through Friday,
from 3:30pm to 7:30pm.
Para información sobre el programa, por favor llame la Oficina de
educación religiosa en (718) 278-1834, ext. 14, el martes al viernes, de 3:30 pm a 7:30 pm
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS/ ESCUELAS CATOLICAS
Scholarship applications for the neighboring Catholic elementary
schools are now available. Contact Sister Barbara in the Rectory
for further information. The deadline is April 22. If you need assistance in completing the application, we will be glad to help you.
Aplicaciones para becas para las escuelas cercanas de primaria
católica están disponible ahora. Hable con Hermana Barbara en la
rectoría para mas información. El ultimo dia es Abril 22. Si necesita asistencia en completar la aplicación, con gusto les podemos
ayudar.
MARRIAGES/ MATRIMONIOS
Couples should make arrangements at least six months in advance.
Los novios deben hacer los arreglos en la oficina parroquial, por lo
menos seis meses antes de la fecha propuesta. Las parejas
preparando para el sacramento se reunen cado otro martes en el
centro; Salon Guadalupe.
BECOME A CATHOLIC
Adults interested in becoming Catholic, or completing their
First Communion and Confirmation, or general catechesis, may
enroll in the RCIA program. Please see one of the staff. (English
or Spanish)
PRE-ADMISSION ANOINTING
If you know you will be entering the hospital for elective surgery, it is appropriate and recommended to received the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick BEFORE entering the hospital.
Simply ask one of the parish priests to give you the sacrament
before admission.
PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK /
SACRAMENTOS PARA LOS ENFERMOS
Call the Rectory to arrange for a Priest or Eucharistic Minister
to bring Communion to the homebound. In case where one’s
health is seriously impaired by sickness or old age, please contact one of the Priests to administer the sacrament of the
anointing of the sick.
DISABILITIES ADVOCATE
Coordinator: Mr. Bob Koch. Please note that the north-west
church door close to the parking lot is handicapped-accessible
(no steps). All levels of the Parish Center are accessible by elevator.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Coordinator: Ms. Winnie Burke. Awareness education required
for all volunteers who interact with minors and recommended
for all.
QUINCEAÑERA
Please call the Rectory office at (718) 278-1834 x14 for information or make an appointment, Monday through Friday,
3:30pm to 7:30pm. By the date of the mass, the quinceañera
should have received catechism and the following sacraments:
Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation- and be a worshipper here.
Favor de llamar a la oficina al 718) 278-1834 x 14 para mas Información o para hacer una cita de lunes a viernes de 3:30pm a
7:30pm. Antes de la fecha de la misa, la quinceañera debe haber recibido catesismo y los siguientes sacramentos: Bautizo,
Primera Comunion, y Confirmacion- además debe ser feligres
de esta parroquia.
BRIDGE TO LIFE
"The Bridge to Life, Inc." is a non-sectarian organization dedicated to offering the resources needed to choose life! We do
this with counseling that is informative, compassionate and
honest. We welcome both volunteers and donations of clean,
gently-used baby clothing and objects. Hours: Tues. & Thurs.
9:30am to 11:30am at 23-40 Astoria Boulevard. Phone Number: (718)578-4442 Website: www.thebridgetolife.org
CATHOLIC CEMETERIES / CEMENTERIOS CATOLICOS
For information and availability options, please call (718) 8944888. Please remember that cremated remains should be interred in the same manner as bodies, out of respect for the
human body, that is, in a grave or mausoleum, not kept at
home or spread to the elements.
OLMC MASS INTENTIONS
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
(Lenten Weekday)
8:00am
Segunda Nalitan
5:00pm
Vincent A. Farley
SUNDAY, MARCH 29
(Palm Sunday of the Passion of The Lord)
8:00am
Sabbia & Raffaele Carullo
9:00am
Italian Community
10:00am
Emelda Leamy
11:15am
Charles & Connie Pascucci
12:30pm
Matilde Garcia– Garcia
5:00pm
Parish Family
MONDAY, MARCH 30
(Monday of Holy Week)
8:00am
Filomena Martelli & Giuseppe DiRico
12:00pm
Rocco & Assunta D’Angelo
TUESDAY, MARCH 31
(Tuesday of Holy Week)
8:00am
Javier E. Ramirez
12:00pm
Anton Muskardin (Anniversary)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1
(Wednesday of Holy Week)
8:00am
Mario Nacinovich (Birthday Memorial)
12:00pm
Marcella Viscovich & Maria & Albino Fermeglia
THURSDAY, APRIL 2
(Holy Thursday)
7:30pm
Parish Family
FRIDAY, APRIL 3
(Good Friday)
12:00pm
Stations of the Cross
3:00pm
Good Friday Services
SATURDAY, APRIL 4
(Holy Saturday)
5:00pm
Blessing of Food
7:30pm
Mike Cimpeanu
SUNDAY, APRIL 5
(Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord)
8:00am
Ana Paula Ferreira
9:00am
Italian Community
10:00am
Living & Deceased Members of OLMC Rosary Society
11:15am
Gerlando Graci
12:30pm
Parish Family
DEDICATED OFFERINGS FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 29
The Sanctuary Lamp is burning for
Our Parish Family
Altar Bread & Wine has been offered for
Goffredo Barretta
This was requested by Maria Barretta
Altar Candles are Dedicated for
Our Parish Family
Altar Flowers are Offered for
Our Parish Family
PRAY FOR THE SICK
If you have a family member you wish to be prayed for, please let us know
immediately and we will be happy to pray for them. The names will remain
on the sick list for three weeks and thereafter repeated as requested.
Week 1:
James Boland
Week 2:
Fran Camisa
Bruce Lanke
Kevin Wooley
Kathleen Lyles
Week 3:
Nikki Zissel
Brian Wooley
Azalia Ortiz
Margarita Dostall
Kathleen Tilton
Robert Lohmann
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR DECEASED
Deceased Former Faculty
Sister Gertrude Nokes (Formerly Sister Maria Cordis) 1970-1972
Rochelle Mancini
Michael Cregan
MEMORIAL OPPORTUNITIES AT MOUNT CARMEL
The Tree of Life: gracing the east wall of the church vestibule.
Gift categories include:
Silver Leaf:
$ 500.00
Gold Leaf:
$1,000.00
Gold Rock at Base of Tree:
$2,500.00
Announced Mass:
$ 15.00
Purgatorial Society:
$10.00
Weekly Altar Flowers:
$75.00
Weekly Altar Bread and Wine: $35.00
Weekly Sanctuary Lamp:
$25.00
Weekly Altar Candles:
$15.00
FAMILY MASSES/ MISAS FAMILARES– 11:15am
April 26
26 de Abril
May 10
10 de Mayo
PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading: Isaiah 50:4– 7
The faithful servant of the Lord is strengthened by God to face all of
the insults of those who attack him.
Second Reading: Philippians 2:6-11
Humble unto death, Christ Jesus is raised up as Lord.
Gospel John 14:1- 15:47
Mark tells the story of Christ’s Passion.
THIS WEEK AT OLMC
The activities calendar for the entire year is viewable on the parish website. Please be aware that it is updated several times a month
GREGORIAN CHANT MASS
English Mass with Latin Gregorian Chant Mass every Sunday at 8 AM including
the proper antiphons of the day and other occasional chants.
ROSARY SOCIETY
Rosary Society meets the first Sunday of each month after attending the
10:00AM Mass. We have a brief meeting followed by refreshments in the
Lourdes Room. Come join us… we warmly welcome new members. Rosary Society does not meet during the summer months
ITALIAN COMMUNITY
Meets the 2nd. Sunday of each month after attending the 9:00 AM Italian Mass.
Brief meeting fallowed with coffee and cake. Guadalupe B. New members always
welcome. Italian Community does not meet in the summer months
COMUNITA ITALIANA
Si riuniscono ogni seconda Domenica del mese dopo che hanno partecipato alla
Messa delle 9 di mattina.Dopo la riunione seguira un piccolo trattenimento con
caffe e dolci. Un benvenuto ai nuovi membri
STRING CONSORT MASS
3rd Sunday of every month: 5:00pm mass with instrumental consort.
CHOIR / CORO
The Choir meets every Monday from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm in the Lower Church. If
you are interested in joining the choir, please call the Rectory. Choir does not
meet in the summer months
Coro Español: Todos los Sabado de 12pm-2pm en el centro parroquial, Salon
Lourdes .
DIVINE MERCY DEVOTION
On Tuesday evenings we have the communal recitation of the Divine Mercy devotion in Spanish in the lower church starting at 7:00 PM. All are welcome.
DEVOCION DE LA DIVINA MISERICORDIA
Cada martes en la iglesia de abajo a las 7:00 de la noche, en espanol. Todos invitados.
MOTHER’S PRAYER GROUP
Every Wednesday at 10:00am in English and 4:30pm in Spanish in the Lower
Church.
SINGLES GATHERING
2nd Wednesday of every month. Holy Rosary 7:45pm—worship begins at 8:00pm
in the Parish Center. Sponsored by the Filipino Committee. All are welcome to
attend.
AYMCA YOUNG ADULTS
Meets every 1st Wednesday 7:30pm– 8:30pm– Fatima Room
JORNADA YOUTH
Meet every Friday evening at 7:30 pm in the Guadalupe A room.
CARMEL DIAMOND SENIORS
Meet every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. in the Parish Center,
Guadalupe A/B. Coffee, Cake, Bingo. New members are always welcome.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
First Friday of the month from the 8am Mass to 12 Noon Mass.
First Sunday of the month in Vietnamese—2:00pm—Lower Church
GRUPO DE ORACION CARISMATICA (ESPAÑOL)
“Manatiales de Gracia”: Todos los Viernes 7:30 pm en la Iglesia de abajo.
ADULT FAITH FELLOWSHIP
Saturday Faith Fellowship Group meets every Saturday from 10:00am to 12:00am
in the Parish Center, Lourdes B.
Knights of Columbus
Knights of Columbus Group meet every third Friday from 7:30pm to
9:00pm in the Parish Center, Lourdes B.
This Week At OLMC Parish Institute
Sunday March 29
10:00am– 12:30pm
Spanish RCIA
10:30am– 12:30pm
11:30am– 12:30pm
1:30pm– 4:00pm
1:30pm– 2:30pm
Cursillo
Czech
Via Crucis Practice
Vietnamese Rel Ed
Upper Room+
Fatima
Guadalupe A/B
Lourdes A/B
Lourdes A/B
Nazareth+ Fatima
Monday March 30
7:00am– 5:00pm
6:00pm– 9:00pm
7:00pm– 9:00pm
7:30pm– 8:30pm
TYWLS
CYO
Talleres de Vida
Young Adult Group
Gym
Gym
Guadalupe B
Fatima
Tuesday March 31
7:00am– 5:00pm
5:00pm– 7:00pm
5:30pm– 9:00pm
6:00pm– 8:00pm
7:00pm– 9:00pm
TYWLS
Project Connect #1
CYO
Project Connect #2
Marriage Encounter
Gym
Lourdes A
Gym
Lourdes B
Guadalupe B+
Fatima
Wednesday March 1
7:00am– 5:00pm
3:00pm– 7:30pm
5:30pm– 10:00pm
TYWLS
CCD
CYO
Gym
All Rooms
Gym
Thursday March 2
7:00am– 5:00pm
1:00pm – 4:00pm
5:30pm– 10:00pm
6:00pm– 7:30pm
7:00pm– 8:00pm
TYWLS
Gym
Carmel Diamond Srs.
Guadalupe A/B
CYO
Gym
Teenage CCD
Fatima+ Lourdes A/B +
Guadalupe B
English RCIA
Guadalupe A
Friday March 3
12:00pm– 10:00pm
5:00pm– 8:00pm
7:00pm – 10:00pm
CYO
Dia Del Nino Practice
Jornada Youth
Saturday March 4
9:00am – 12:00pm
AA Meeting
10:00am– 12:00pm
5:30pm– 8:30pm
Gym
Lourdes A/B
Guadalupe A
Guadalupe A/B+
Fatima
Saturday Faith Fellowship Lourdes A/B
Deacon Ruben
Upper Room+
Fatima
ST. MARGARET MARY ANNOUNCEMENTS
MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK
SUNDAY, MARCH 29TH:
(Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord)
10:15 am Teodoro Tavarez
THIS WEEK AT ST. MARGARET MARY
SUNDAY, MARCH 29TH:
 10:00 am– AA Meeting (English)- Rectory
 11:30 a.m. Spanish Faith Sharing Group – (Hall)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1ST:
7:00 p.m. Spanish Prayer Group – (Hall + Chapel)- Sta. Margarita Maria
 7:30 pm– AA Meeting (English)- Rectory

HORA SANTA, ADORACION Y
BENEDICION DEL SANTISIMO SACRAMENTO.
Cada primer Sabado del mes en Santa Margarita María de
7:00pm a 9:00pm. Todos estan Invitados.
AA Meeting (ENGLISH)
Sundays -10am -11am- Closed Discussion Meeting
Mondays– 7pm– 8pm– Step Meeting
Wednesday– 7pm– 8pm- Step Meeting
(Tradition Last Wednesday of the Month)
in the Rectory Room
DIVINE MERCY DEVOTION
El grupo devocional a la Misericordia Divina se reune cada
segundo Sabado del mez a las 3pm en la capilla de Santa Margarita Maria.
ST. MARGARET MARY FOOD PANTRY NEWS
In the month of February, 2015 a total of 1,307 people
were served. This included 511 children, 672 adults and
121 seniors. For an appointment to our food pantry,
please call (718) 721-9020
Administrative Immigration Relief Assistance at Saint
Margaret Mary is now available. For an appointment
please call 718.721.9020.
Relivio Administrativo de Imigracion en Santa Margarita Maria esta disponible. Favor de llamar al
718.721.9020 por una cita.
St. Margaret Mary, 9-18 27 Avenue, Astoria, NY
“DREAM ACT” DEFERRED ACTION
APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE
& CONSULTS RE. ADMINISTRATIVE RELIEF
If you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment please call at 718-721-9020.
Santa Margarita Maria, 9-18 27 Avenida, Astoria, NY
APLICACIONES PARA LA ACCION DIFERIDA
ESTAN DISPONIBLES Y ASISTENCIA CON ALIVIO ADMINISTRATIVO
Las aplicaciones para la acción diferida para los llegados en la
infancia estan disponibles. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta y/o
quiere hacer una cita por favor llamar al 718-721-9020.
SUPPORT OUR PARISH FOOD PANTRY WITH
OUR ROSARY SOCIETY:
In a cooperative venture between the parish Rosary Society
and our Parish Food Pantry at St Margaret Mary, we have instituted a monthly food collection on the First Sunday of the
month at all Masses. Please bring only dried or canned foods
(non-perishables). Please no food beyond expirations dates.
Thank you for your help in carrying out the Corporal Works of
Mercy in this era of need. All women of the parish are welcome to join them in their prayer, good works, and conviviality . Next Pantry is Sunday, April 12th, 2015.
APOYO DESPENSA DE COMIDAS Y NUESTRA
SOCIEDAD DEL ROSARIO:
En una iniciativa conjunta entre la Sociedad del Rosario y la
Parroquia despensa de alimentos a Santa Margarita María,
que se instituyo una colección mensual de alimentos en el
primer domingo del mes en todas las misas. Favor de traer
solamente los alimentos secos o enlatados (no perecederos).
Por favor no comida expirada. Gracias por su ayuda en la realización de las Obras de Misericordia Corporales en esta época
de necesidad. Todas las mujeres de la parroquia están invitados a unirse a ellos en sus oraciones, buenas obras, y la convivencia domingo projimo. Proxima vez: 12 de Abril 2015.
INCOME TAX PREPARATION AT:
St. Margaret Mary
9-18 27 Ave. Astoria, NY 11102
Call Denise for more info: (718) 721-9020
DONATE YOUR USED COMMUNION OUTFITS
Call Saint Margaret Mary for Pick Up
718) 721-9020
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IMPUESTOS (INCOME TAX)
SE PREPARAN AQUÍ:
Santa Margarita María
9-18 27 Ave. Astoria, NY 11102
Llame a Denise para más información al:
(718) 721-9020
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
IN THE HOME STRETCH TO OUR CAMPAIGN GOAL!
GENERATIONS OF FAITH seeks to expand and enhance programs and ministries throughout the Diocese and assist us with our local needs.
WHAT ARE THE OBJECTIVES OF GENERATIONS OF FAITH?
The campaign priorities are to:
1.
Strengthen the Heart of our Diocese by investing 50% of the total dollars
raised to complete our Church Restoration.
2.
Fulfill Our Promise to Those Who Have Faithfully Served
by augmenting the current Saint John Vianney and Good Shepherd Funds to
care for Senior and Infirm Priests.
3.
Foster the Formation of the Future Generation of Catholics
through the Catholic Foundation’s Youth Evangelization Program, we will
place a qualified and trained youth minister in approximately 140 parishes
throughout the Diocese by 2020.
Our success to date is thanks to the dedication and hard work of our campaign leaderhips
and volunteers. Campaign leadership includes:
Frank Miller (Campaign Chairperson), Lenny DiVittorio (Advance Phase Chair), Jim
& Barbara Hart (Special Phase Chairs), Francisca Alvarez (Campaign Secretary),
Neida Martinez (Recruitment Chair & Hispanic Community Outreach Lead), Nina
Carullo (Italian Community Outreach Lead), Rebecca Mercado (Philipino Community
Outreach Lead), Dr. Marie Sedlackova (Czech Community Outreach Lead)
How Will Our Parish
Benefit?
The minimum goal at Our Lady of Mount Carmel
is $605,000.
We will receive 50% of the funds raised up to
this goal and 75% of funds raised over the target.
If we exceed 125% of our goal, we will then receive 100% of all funds raised above this figure.
Our share of the funds raised will be directed to:
Undertake Structural Refurbishments
Memorializing Works of Art throughout the
Church
For questions, or to schedule an appointment to
see Monsignor Ogle, please contact the Parish
Office – (718) 278-1834
Remember this campaign is about equal sacrifice, not equal gifts!
In the coming weeks, every parishioner will be contacted, either in person, by telephone or by mail. Please prayerfully consider making a pledge to this historic campaign. Please continue to pray for the success of the campaign.
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NUESTRA SEÑORA DE MONTE CARMELO EN
CAMINO HACIA NUESTRA META DE LA CAMPAÑA!
GENERACIONES DE FE busca ampliar y mejorar programas y ministerios en toda la
diocesis y ayudarnos con nuestras necesidades locales.
CUALES SON LOS OBJETIVOS DE GENERACIONES DE FE?
The campaign priorities are to:
1.
2.
3.
Fortalecer el corazón de nuestra Diócesis, invirtiendo el 50% del total de
dólares recaudados, o $40,000,000, se regresa a las comunidades parroquiales
locales para sus propios proyectos identificados.
Cumplir nuestra promesa a los que han servido fielmente
mediante el aumento de los fondos corrientes de San Juan Vianney y El Buen
Pastor, dirigiendo $30 millones para el cuidado de Sacerdotes de mayor edad y
los enfermos.
Fomentar la formación de la futura generación de católicos
a través del Programa de la Fundación Católica, Evangelization de Jovenes,
colocaremos un ministro de jovenes calificado y capacitado en aproximadamente 140 parroquias de la Diócesis en 2020.
Nuestro éxito hasta la fecha es gracias a la dedicación y el trabajo duro de nuestro equipo
de liderazgo y voluntarios de campaña. Liderazgo de la campaña incluye:
Frank Miller (Presidente de la Campaña) Lenny DiVittorio (Presidente de la Fase
Avanzada) Jim & Barbara Hart (Fase Especial) Francisca Alvarez (Secretaria de la
Campaña) Neida Martinez (Lider de Reclutamiento & Alcanze hacia la comunidad hispana) Nina Carullo (Lider de Alcanze hacia la Comunidad Italiana) Rebecca Mercado
(Lider de Alcanze hacia la Comunindad Filipina) Dr. Marie Sedlackova (Lider de Alcanze hacia la Comunidad Checa)
In the coming weeks, every parishioner will be contacted, either in person, by telephone or by mail. Please prayerfully consider making a pledge to this historic campaign. Please continue to pray for the success of the campaign.
Como Beneficiara Nuestra
Parroquia?
La meta minima en Nuestra Señora de Monte
Carmelo son $605,000.
Nosotros recibimos 50% de los fondos recaudados hasta esta meta y 75% de los of
fondos recaudados sobre nuestra meta.
Si excedemos 125% de nuestra meta, recibiremos el 100% de todos los fondos recibidos
mas de esta figura.
Nuestra parte de los fondos recaudados se dirigen hacia:
Emprender Reformas Estructurales
Memorializar las obras de arte en toda la Iglesia
Si tiene alguna pregunta o para hacer una cita
para ver a Monseñor Ogle, contacte la Oficina
– (718) 278-1834
Recuerde esta campaña se trata de sacrificios iguales no regalos
PARISH BULLETIN BOARD- PRAYERS OF THE WEEK
HOLY WEEK
In God's eyes, love is never absent. In God's heart, forgiveness is never impossible. In God's embrace, no one is ever alone or forgotten. O my Lord Jesus Christ
give me the help, grace, profound compassion and understanding of your sufferings as I now enter into the sorrowful meditation of your passion and death.
Monday
Before entering His passion, Jesus goes to His mother to ask for her blessing. In this act, He teaches us how we must be obedient. The love between mother
and son is so intense that it makes you inseparable and so you leave yourself in the heart of your mother, and the sweet mother and queen leaves herself in
you. Otherwise it would be impossible for you to separate. So, blessing each other, you give her your last kiss to strengthen her in the bitter pain she is about
to suffer. You tell her goodbye for the last time, and leave. But the paleness of your face, your trembling lips, your suffocated voice, as though wanting to
burst into tears in saying goodbye... ah, everything tells me how much You love her and how much You suffer in leaving her! But to fulfill the Will of the Father, with your hearts fused into each other, You submit Yourselves to everything. Grief keeps her from saying more and leaves her speechless. On this Holy
Monday, let me dig deep to discover the impurities within me dear Lord, through the cleansing power of your spirit and let my actions and thoughts from now
be such that they can withstand Your penetrating light.
Tuesday
He was the Son of the Father—the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. Jesus came into the world under the humblest of conditions in a stable... laid on a bed of
straw—the food for the sheep. He is the "Lamb of God," giving us His own body as our food, and blood as our drink. His entry into Jerusalem with the people
shouting" hosanna" was short lived... In less than a week, this cheering crowd would cry out "crucify Him," and His followers would all scatter. Judas would
betray Him for the price of a slave—30 pieces of silver—and Peter would deny Him three times. Of the apostles, only John would stay with Mary, at the foot
of the cross. He died naked, beaten, nailed to a cross, struggling for each breath, punished as a criminal.
Do I have the courage to stand at the foot of the cross with His mother, attempting to offer whatever comfort I can with my examination of my own conscience, as I force myself not to avert my eyes from what He sacrificed for me?
On this Holy Tuesday, let me submit myself to your authority in all that I do, silently rejoicing that I am able to do your will and be your instrument in this
world.
Wednesday
How ready are we to be discontented and impatient; when the innocent Son of God, who deserved no suffering could quietly submit to sufferings inconceivably great, and say it over and over… God's will be done! Christ, at the time of his agony, had an inconceivably greater trial of obedience than any man or any
angel ever had. His tears that flowed from his eyes were from love; his great sweat was from love; his blood, his prostrating himself on the ground before the
Father, was from love; his earnest crying to God was from the strength and ardency of his love. Can we even begin to fathom the depth of the love that
this Christ had for the world... that He could suffer such an unimaginable horrific death for each and every one of us ?
Alone, abandoned, forsaken. No one to turn to, no one who cares. The most awful feeling for any human being is to feel completely alone, especially in the
midst of suffering. Is there no one who will even try, who will walk with me this sorrowful way?
HOLY THURSDAY
On this most holy night, as the Paschal moon sheds its soft light over the world, we are bidden to spend
it with Jesus, Our Lord has done all He possible could do for His disciples. He had just given to them and
to us the most wonderful gift in the world... Himself... through the common substance of bread and
wine during their evening meal. Indeed, on this day Our Lord gives us almost too many good things. His
example of humility by washing the feet of His disciples, the assurance of His peace, the command to
love one another, the promise of the Holy Spirit and His very self in the Blessed Sacrament. So, "Could
you not watch with me one hour?" On the most holy night, Jesus asks this of us all. Will you come and
"taste and see how gracious is the Lord?" A verse of a Eucharistic Hymn will probably haunt you all
night.
Strength and protection may Thy Passion be, O Blessed Jesus, hear and answer me deep in Thy wounds,
Lord, hide and shelter me... so I shall never, never part from Thee
His love held out to them; having loved his own, he loved them to the end. He did not say within himself when this cup of trembling was before him, "Why should I endure so much for those that are so
ungrateful; why should I here wrestle with the expectation of the terrible wrath of God to be borne by
me tomorrow, for them that in the meantime have not so much concern for me as to keep awake with
me when I desire it of them even for one hour?" But on the contrary, with tender and fatherly compassion He excuses this ingratitude of his disciples… Can we remain awake... and watch and pray?
GOOD FRIDAY
Just as the sword pierces Your side, let it pierce our hearts to overflow with love for you, dear Savior of the world. Just as the nails penetrated Your hands,
may they drive out all our sins. As you cried out "forgive them Father, for they know not what they do", we crave for your forgiveness for every time we have
driven those nails in further. As You gave up Your Spirit, let us too die to sin everyday. As we kneel and kiss Your feet today on this sad Good Friday, may we
do it lovingly and penitently. May it enforce on us the weight of the Cross, and then see that weight lifted in the glow of God's love. I venerate Your cross, O
Lord, for by virtue of the Cross, joy has come to the whole world, O Holy God, Holy and Immortal, have mercy on me!
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Holy Saturday
As we behold the body of Jesus in the tomb today, and as we contemplate the mystery of our death, we prepare our hearts to receive the Good
News of life. We know that tomb will be empty and remain empty forever as a sign that our lives will not really end, but only be transformed. One day, we will all rest in the embrace of Jesus, who knows our death, and who prepares a place for us in everlasting life. Our reflection on this Holy Saturday, and our anticipation of celebrating the gift of life tonight and tomorrow, can bring immense peace and joy, powerful
freedom and vitality to our lives. For if we truly believe that death holds no true power over us, we can walk each day in the grace being offered
us - to give our lives away in love.
When we breathe the evening air, when we catch the sweet smells of the new season… we
have hints of a day that knows no ending, a light that will not yield to darkness, tonight we
affirm our ancient faith... Christ has robbed death of its ultimate sting and has invigorated this
sweet, precious, precarious, once-only life that is slipping away from us with every hour and
day and year.
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PARISH BULLETIN BOARD
SATURDAY FAITH FELLOWSHIP
Lectio Divina
With Archbishop Thomas Collins
Lectio Divina is not a catechesis or a teaching; but a prayer,
a divine reading, a personal encounter with God in Sacred Scripture.
It provides the faithful to nourish their faith by contemplating
Christ’s teachings.
In each session, Archbishop Collins reads an excerpt of
Scripture Passage, offers a short reflection, and invites the congregation to quietly meditate on the passage.
Through Lectio Divina, we learn to read the Bible not just
for information, but primarily for transformation.
April 11- Matthew 13: 44-52
Matthew 13: 1-23
April 18 Matthew 13: 24-43
Matthew 20: 1-16
April 25 Matthew 22 : 14, 24 :45-51
Matthew 25 : 1-12
May 9 Matthew 25 : 14-30
Luke 12 : 18-20, 12 :41-48
May 16 Luke 10 :27 -37
Luke 15 ; 11-32
I hope you take some time to experiment with Lectio Divina. It will
help you see God’s love for you and it will inspire you to deepen your
own love for God.
This is a DVD presentation.
Parish Center at Lourdes B Room - Saturday 10 a.m. – Noon
The Rosary Society of OLMC would like to thank all who bought
goodies from our Bake Sale on Sunday, March 22nd in the Institute
gym. We'd also like to thank all members of the choir in addition to
other fellow parishioners who baked and donated so many tasty
treats!!! This was our most successful sale ever!!! Please know that
all funds go to our charitable endeavors of which the Saint Margaret
Mary Food Pantry is the most important! Many thanks to Msgr. Ogle
for being so supportive of all our activities! Please now that you are
always in our prayers.
UPCOMING SECOND COLLECTIONS
SEGUNDA COLECTA
MARCH 29, 2015– EASTER GIFT TO MY CHURCH– There will be a
second collection after communion for “Easter Gift to My Church”.
Your donations, as always, are very much appreciated.
MARZO 29, 2015– MI REGALO DE PASCUA A MI PARROQUIA- Habra
una segunda colecta despues de la comunion para “Mi regalo de
Pascua a Mi Parroquia.” Sus donaciones, como siempre, son muy
apreciadas.
APRIL 5, 2015– RETIRED PRIESTS– There will be a second collection
after communion for “Retired Priest.” Your donations, as always, are
very much appreciated.
ABRIL 5, 2015– SACERDOTES RETIRADOS– Habra una segunda colecta para los “sacerdotes retirados.” Sus donaciones, como siempre,
son muy apreciadas.
EASTER WEEK MASSES
Please be advised that all weekday masses during Easter
week, April 6 through April 10, will be held in the upper
church.
RECTORY CLOSINGS
The rectory offices of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Saint
Margaret Mary will be closed on Friday April 3rd and Monday
April 6th. Have a blessed Easter.
Fecha:
Lugar:
Via Crucis
Miercoles, 1ro de Abril
Iglesia de Arriba
Viernes Santo- 7 Palabras
Fecha: Sabado 4 de Abril
Lugar y Tiempo : Iglesia de Arriba a las 6:30pm.
PARISH BULLETIN BOARD
HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SCHEDULE-2015
PALM SUNDAY, MARCH 29th, 2015
English Masses—Upper Church: Saturday, 5:00pm,
Sunday, 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:15 am, 5:00 pm
12:30 pm Spanish Mass—Upper Church
9:00 am Mass—Italian—Lower Church
10:30 am Mass—Czech—Lower Church
3:00 pm Mass—Vietnamese—Lower Church
RECONCILIATION MONDAY, MARCH 30th, 2015
Confession—All Day
8:30am-7:00pm—Lower Church
7:00pm-9:00pm—Upper Church
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1st, 2015
7:00 pm—Spanish Via Crucis—Upper Church
HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 2nd, 2015
7:30 pm—Mass of the Lord’s Supper-English/Español
Adoration until 12:00 Midnight
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 3rd, 2015
12:00 pm—Stations of the Cross—Upper Church (English)
12:00 pm—Via Crucis en Español OLMC hasta SMM
2:00 pm—Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion - Lower Church (Italian)
3:00 pm—Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion—Upper Church (English)
6:30 pm—Siete Ultimas Palabras
7:30 pm—Liturgia de la Pasion de N.S. Jesu Cristo en Español (Upper
Church)
7:30 pm—Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion— Lower Church (Czech)
9:00 pm—Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion—Lower Church (Vietnamese)
HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 4th, 2015
12:00 pm—Food Blessing
3:30 pm—4:30 pm—Confessions
7:30 pm—Easter Vigil-All languages
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 5th, 2015
English Masses—Upper Church: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:15 am
NO 5:00 PM MASS ON EASTER SUNDAY
12:30 pm Spanish Mass—Upper Church
9:00 am Mass—Italian—Lower Church
10:30 am Mass—Czech—Lower Church
3:00 pm Mass—Vietnamese—Lower Church
SUNDAY 8AM MASS ANTIPHONS
Entrance Antiphon
Hosanna filio David; benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini. Rex Israel: Hosanna in excelsis.
Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is he who comes in the name of
the Lord, the King of Israel. Hosanna in the highest.
Pueri Hebraeorum portantes ramos olivarum, obviaverunt Domino,
clamantes et dicentes Hosanna in excelsis
The children of the Hebrews, carrying olive branches, went to meet
the Lord, crying out and saying Hosanna in the highest.
Pueri Hebraeorum, vestimenta prosternebant in via, et clamabant
dicentes Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini.
The children of the Hebrews spread their garments on the road, crying out and saying: Hosanna to the son of David; blessed is he who
comes in the name of the Lord.
Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit Rex Christe Redemptor: Cui puerile decus
prompsit Hosanna pium.
Glory and honor and praise be to you, Christ and Redeemer, to whom
young children cried out loving Hosannas with joy
Offertory Antiphon
Improperium expectavit cor meum, et miseriam: et sustinui qui simul
contristaretur, et non fuit: consolantem me quaesivi, et non inveni: et
dederunt in escam meam fel, et in siti mea potaverunt me aceto.
My heart has awaited reproach and affliction, and I looked for one
who would grieve with me, but there was none. I sought for one who
would console me, and I found none. They gave me gall for my food,
and in my thirst they gave me vinegar to drink.
HOLY, HOLY HOLY: Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus, Dominus Deus Sabaoth.
Pleni sunt coeli et terra gloria tua. Hosanna in excelsis. Benedictus qui
venit in nomine Domini. Hosanna in excelsis.
LAMB OF GOD: Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere
nobis. (2 X) Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem.
Communion Antiphon
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET
IN CHURCH PARKING LOT
RAIN OR SHINE
Pater, si non potest hic calix transire, nisi bibam illum: fiat voluntas
tua.
Father, if this chalice cannot pass without my drinking it, your will be
done.
FOOD AND BEVERAGES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
SATURDAYS: 8:00AM – 6:00 PM
DATES: APRIL 18, MAY 23, JUNE 20, JULY 11, AUGUST
22, OCTOBER 24
SPONSORED BY THE GUADALUPE COMMITTEE
FUNDS WILL GO TO THE CELEBRATION OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE AND THE PARISH
CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS
If anyone is in need of a contribution statement for tax
purposes, please contact the rectory. If possible, please
have your envelope number ready. Thank you.