January 11, 2015 - St. Mark the Evangelist
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January 11, 2015 - 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 stmarkplano.org Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9AM-4PM; Friday 9AM-12PM CLERGY Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor • Fr. Jack Hopka, Parochial Vicar • Fr. Henry Erazo, Parochial Vicar Deacon Shawn French • Deacon Ed Putonti • Deacon Juan Jorge Hernandez• Deacon Dominic T. Hoang ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: 972-423-5600 ASSISTANT PARISH MANAGER: Melissa Humason • PASTOR’S ASSISTANT/OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold • SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Connie Istas TO PAROCHIAL VICAR: Veronica Fonseca • CONTRIBUTIONS & REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard • MEMBERSHIP, ASST. REGISTRAR: Tania Salamanca COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST: Adriana Brady • FACILITIES: Joe Walter YOUTH MINISTRY: 972-578-9583 DIRECTOR: Megan McQuaid FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa Faith Formation Assistant: Mario Beltran FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY COUNSELING SERVICES: 972-424-5794 ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: 972-578-0610 PRESCHOOL PRINCIPAL: Patricia Opon COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes 972-423-7926 CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Marcela Solis PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosie Hernández ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan FUNERAL MINISTRY & PRE-PLANNING 972-424-5794 Rosie Hernández PARISH ORGANIZATIONS GRUPOS PARROQUIALES FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715 DIRECTOR RCIA, ADULT & ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: Debbie Betz RICA & AFF (Spanish) Coordinator: Ruth Sanchez (Bilingual) FF COORDINATOR: Peggy Theis FF Ministry Assistant: Sandra Lopez CHOIRS & MUSIC: 972-423-6041 Coordinator: Kenton Kravig ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS ORGANIZACIONES CATÓLICAS Adult Community: Candy Butcher 972-578-9293 Communion to Home Bound: Parish Office 972-423-5600 Compassionate Ministry: 972-424-5794 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 Christ Renews His Parish: 972-424-5794 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 972-345-4336 Mom’s Group: Kristin Hyman 314-601-2934 Mujer a Mujer: Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538 Nursery Coordinator: Erin Minor 469-585-6215 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 We Care Ministry: Martha Bernatis 214-914-4670 Women of St. Mark: Dorette Putonti 972-898-0421 American Heritage Girls: Elizabeth Muzyka 469-855-2001 Boy Scouts: Joe Schichl 469-463-7959 Catholic Daughters: Mary Cieslewicz 817-995-2928 Cenacle: Josephine 972-867-2192, Marguerite 972-424-9779 Cub Scouts: John Petroff 469-408-0895 Cursillos: Edel Yolaina Escobar 214-284-0767 Encuentro Matrimonial: Juan and Sandra Salazar 469-386-2434 Families of Nazareth: Miles & Claudine Humphries 972-423-8834 Knights of Columbus #6065: 469-450-6651 Ladies Auxiliary: Mary Ann Schumacher-972-727-3923 Schoenstatt Mother’s Group Rosary: Jo Ann Scamardo 817-368-6024 Marriage Encounter: Ed & Ann Cabrera 972-977-5884, 972-571-8930 Movimiento Familiar Cristiano: Araceli & Raul Ramirez 972-627-7708 Homeschooling: Janet Moos 972-213-6437 St. Mark Home & School Assn: Elizabeth Delaney 972-838-3337 St. Mark School Advisory Council: Janiece Evans-Page 408-406-3946 St. Vincent De Paul: 972-423-1877 Talleres de Oración y Vida: Lupita Bautista 469-831-3700 That Man is You: Bryan Quarles 972-359-0185 BULLETIN DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM (11 DAYS BEFORE PUBLICATION) PLEASE SUBMIT ENTRIES 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 8AM 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 8AM 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 11 DE ENERO DEL 2015 JANUARY 11, 2015 MASS INTENTIONS & DAILY BIBLE READINGS Saturday - Sábado (1/10) 8:00 AM George Keifert 5:30 PM Florence Trenkle 7:00 PM Robert Contreras Sunday - Domingo (1/11) The Baptism of the Lord Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 55:1-11 Ps 29 or Is 12 Acts 10:34-38 or 1 Jn 5:1-9 Mk 1:7-11 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 1:30 PM 3:00 PM 4:30 PM 6:00 PM STEWARDSHIP Baptism of Our Lord Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord. The U.S. bishops pastoral on stewardship reminds us that Baptism gives all of His disciples a share in His priestly work and calls them “to offer up the world and all that is in it — especially themselves — to the Lord of all.” Helene Klein Robert Munn People of St. Mark Agapito M. Torejano Micaela garcia Ofelia Baro Florence Trenkle Mary Lou O’Brien Monday - Lunes (1/12) Heb 1:1-6; Ps 97; Mk 1:14-20 6:30 AM Carolyn Tromba 8:30 AM Carl Anderson Tuesday - Martes (1/13) St Hilary Heb 2:5-12; Ps 8; Mk 1:21-28 6:30 AM Darlene, Brian & Eric Truskowski 8:30 AM Ann Fisher Wednesday - Miércoles (1/14) Heb 2:14-18; Ps 105; Mk 1:29-39 6:30 AM Violet Baker 8:30 AM Guy Story 7:30 PM Richard Martinez Thursday - Jueves (1/15) Heb 3:7-14; Ps 95; Mk 1:40-45 6:30 AM Edward Lang 8:30 AM Karla Obernesser Friday - Viernes (1/16) Heb 4:1-5, 11; Ps 78; Mk 2:1-12 6:30 AM Dorothy Behan 8:30 AM Gerald Duane Allgood 5:30 PM Polyvios Alexandroo Saturday - Sábado (1/17) St Anthony Heb 4:12-16; Ps 19; Mk 2:13-17 8:00 AM Vincent Paul Moran 5:30 PM Florence Trenkle 7:00 PM St. Mark volunteers DECEMBER 28 COLLECTION Weekend Collection $ 33,713 Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 35,177 Weekly Donations $ Online Donations $ 33,005 Total for 2014 Total Collection $ 101,895 Attendance Budget $ 100,000 Christmas Budget $ 32,052 Attendance Collections under budget for fiscal year since 7/1/2014 DEBT REDUCTION $ 1,291 35,826 5872 $ $ 59,679 55,000 7000 Marisabelle Sias is the winner of The children’s stewardship envelopes. SAFE ENVIRONMENT John Paul II Family of Faith Tuesday, February 3 at 7PM Saturday, February 7 at 10AM New Members, We welcome you to share our life, worship and mission. Register online at stmarkplano.org or ask an usher for a registration form. PRAY FOR THE SICK AND SUFFERING OF OUR PARISH OREMOS POR LOS ENFEMOS DE LA PARROQUIA Membership and Registration Updates Have you recently had a new addition (or additions) to your family? Have you recently married or changed your marital status? Have you moved and changed your address and phone number? We'd like to hear from you! It is important to update your membership records at St. Mark. Please email Tania Salamanca at [email protected] or call 972-423-5600 X 258 with any recent changes. 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; Fernando Alegre; Carmen Arias; Sam Captino; Jane Castellano, Virginia Clement; Shirley Collier; Gretchen Collingwood; Beatriz Conte; Randy Cremar; Roseann Fahrenbruch, Michele Foust; Christy Graves; Pat Haney; Vicki Hannon; Elvia Ibarra; Marie Jacoby; Kathleen Kekesi; Margaret Kelley; Cynthia Koskan; Paul Krusac; Tim Lasiter; Samantha Leminger; Ellie Leonard; Jerry Lewallen; John Medina; Margarita Mena; Victoria Mena; Noel Morales; Rafael Moreno; Jean Nichol; Paul Olivares; Persia Family; Edward Philips; Bibi Phillips; Daniel J. Phillips; Ray Rivera; Hazel Seibold; Stephen Souders; Connie Smiser; Patty Stratman; Irma Surgent; Mariana Vazquez; Michael Watkins. Altar Flower Honorariums If you would like to dedicate the weekend flowers for a special intention, please contact the Parish Office at 972-423-5600. Facebook: St. Mark Catholic Church – Plano,TX St. Mark Catholic School – Plano,TX Stmarkplanoyouthministry Instagram: Stmarkyouth Twitter: StMEvangeLion Listen to Catholic Radio KATH 910 AM Escucha Radio Católica KJON 850 AM Pinterest: stmarkplano 2 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES Knights’ Corner MINISTERIOS DE ADULTOS Y FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA 972-424-5794 Council 6065 Assembly 2266 Lone Rose Sunday: This Weekend The Knights of Columbus annual appeal for donations to the Crisis Pregnancy Centers will be after all Masses this weekend. Please donate generously to this very worthwhile cause. The red rose that will be carried to the altar at all Masses represents the lives of the over 56 million babies who have been aborted in the United States over the last 42 years. PLANNING A WEDDING? Information evening on Monday, January 26, 2015, 7-8:30PM for engaged couples (and family members) planning to marry at St. Mark Parish. Program will be in the St. Mark Chapel. Learn about sacramental preparation, liturgy and music guidelines, the Wedding Coordinator’s role and more. Call 972-424-5794 to register. Blood Drive Sign-Up: This Weekend We are planning another blood drive in conjunction with Carter Blood Center for January 18. Sign-up will be this weekend after all the Masses. Please consider giving this gift of life to those in need. NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP began on January 6th and meets for 9 consecutive Tuesdays, 7PM – 8:30PM, St. Mark Parish Center, 1105 W. 15th St. New Day is for anyone who has lost a loved one to death. Participants work through the tasks of grief in an atmosphere of caring and understanding. Cost: $20 (workbook). Registration required. Call 972-424-5794.”I will turn their mourning into joy; I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow.” Jeremiah 31:13 Meet and Greet Knight: January 13 Our Council is holding its monthly “Meet and Greet Knight” on Tuesday, January 13 beginning at 5:30PM. This fun event is held every second Tuesday at Tino’s Two restaurant. All Knights, whether members of Council 6065 or not, please attend and share this evening of camaraderie with your brother Knights. Roe v. Wade Memorial Mass: January 17 Dallas will mark the 42nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, legalizing abortion in America and leading to the death of over 55 million unborn children with a special Mass on January 17, 2015. Due the ever-increasing size of this event, Bishop Farrell moved the Roe Memorial Mass to the convention center in Dallas last year (seating 9,000!) beginning at 1PM. Join Bishops Kevin Farrell, Michael Olson and thousands of people of faith to pray for an end to the scourge of abortion on our city and country, to witness publicly, and rally and march for a Culture of Life. This year’s theme is “On the Road to Victory!” The schedule of events includes Memorial Rosaries, a Youth Rally, the bilingual Mass, and the North Texas March for Life. See the CPLC website, prolifedallas.org/roe or call 972-267-LIFE (5433) for information. Make a New Year’s resolution for Spiritual Renewal Saturday/Sunday Retreat For Women of St. Mark January 17-18, 2014, On St. Mark Campus The Christ Renews His Parish Retreat provides an atmosphere for individual spiritual growth, prayer, reflection, and inspiring presentations in the company of other women. For Information and registration: 972-424-5794 Registration brochures in Church Narthex To Register online: www.stmarkplano.org Blood Drive: January 18 The Knights of Columbus, in conjunction with Carter Blood Care, is holding a Blood Drive from 7:30AM to 2PM in the Old Gym on January 18. Please donate a pint of your blood for this life giving need. If you didn’tt sign up this weekend, please see us in the Old Gym – walk-ins are welcome. Register now for the February 21, 2015 Women’s Retreat, Living our Story with Courage and Integrity, held at the Seton Faith Formation Center in Plano from 9:30 am- 3:30 pm. Wellknown speaker, Elaine Sullivan will explore our stories and the Kingdom of God within. Registration now is $35 and includes lunch; registration after Feb 4 is $45. Register online at www.setonparish.org. To register by mail, pick up a retreat flyer available in the Narthex. Mid-year Budget Meeting: January 24 The Council is holding it annual mid-year budget meeting on Saturday, January 24 beginning at 9AM in McGivney Hall. All members of Council 6065 are invited and encouraged to attend. The meeting will last until about noon. St. Mark Parish’s Celebration of Love February 14, 2015 6:45 pm St. Mark Great Room Renew Your Marriage Vows At 5:30 pm Mass Computer Recycling Many parishioners received new computers and or peripherals for Christmas. Please consider donating your old equipment to the Computers for the Blind project. If you need information for these donations, please contact Paul Krusac at [email protected] for details. An Evening of Love & Laughter, Dinner & Dancing Featuring Words of Wisdom from Fr. Alfonse Nazzaro & Barbershop Quartet ‘Nuthin Flat’ Help us reach 1000 Likes! Check out & “LIKE” pages for St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church & School St. Mark Catholic Church – Plano,TX St. Mark Catholic School – Plano,TX $30/Couple Call 972-424-5794 to register 3 11 DE ENERO DEL 2015 JANUARY 11, 2015 EN ESPAÑOL Administración Formación de Fe El Bautismo de Nuestro Señor Nuestro Bautismo, al igual que el del Señor, es una consagración al servicio. La pastoral de los obispos sobre la Administración de los talentos como Bienes de Dios nos recuerda que “. . . existe una obligación fundamental que se origina del sacramento del bautismo, de que las personas pongan sus regalos, sus recursos — y a sí mismas — al servicio de Dios dentro de la Iglesia y a través de ella.” Las Clases de Formación de Fe Primaria comienzan Hoy, domingo 11 de enero Y Miércoles, 14 de enero. RECORDATORIO ACERCA DEL HORARIO DE CLASES Las clases comienzan a las 8:45AM, 10:30AM y 1:15PM los domingos. Los miércoles las clases comienzan a las 6:45 AM. ¡Estamos notando que algunos niños llegan a clase 10, 15, y 20 minutos tarde! Esto es una disrupción. ¡Por favor hagan todo lo posible para que su hijo llegue a clase a tiempo! Gracias! Ministerio de Familia y Adultos CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Mujeres feb 7-8 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 parroquianos sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cristiana en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad. Baby Shower Tiendita de Donación y Centro de Asistencia 1100 W. 15th St., #203 Los Talleres de Oración y Vida: Aprenda a profundizar en el arte de orar. Con variedades de modalidades de oración, iremos mejorando nuestra relación personal con Dios, desde los primeros pasos hasta las alturas de la contemplación. ¿No sabes cómo orar? ¿Te gustaría vivir esta experiencia día a día? ¡Ven y participa! Iniciaremos el 13 de Enero (los martes), de 7-9PM y 17 de Enero (los sábados) de 3:30-5:30PM. Habrá inscripciones el 4 y 11 de enero después de las Misas. Para más información llame a Lupita Bautista al 469-831-3700 y María Mascorro al 214-536-1371. La tienda de donaciones está abierta los miércoles de 9AM-1PM. Para mas información sobre como ayudar a mujeres embarazadas de nuestra comunidad o como recibir ayuda si estás embarazada contáctanos a uno de los siguientes números. María Meléndez, 972-835-4241 (Español) Silvia Caballero, 972-916-8345 (Bilingüe) Shirley Cook, 972-424-2911 (Ingles) Ambiente Seguro St. Mark Familia de Fe Escuela de formación para catequistas “Los adultos tienen el derecho y el deber de hacer madurar el germen de la fe que Dios les ha dado.” DNC # 48:4 Los invitamos a participar en la Formación para Adultos. Estas oportunidades ayudan a crecer en nuestra relación con Jesús, conocer las enseñanzas de la Iglesia, y formar comunidad con otros miembros del Cuerpo de Cristo. Se ofrecerá las Sagradas Escrituras – presentada por Padre Henry para todas las personas de 18 años de edad y mayor que deseen conocer más profundamente su fe, los bautizados que quieran responder a su compromiso cristiano. También, evangelizadores, catequistas, coordinadores de catequesis o movimientos apostólicos, ministros extraordinarios de la comunión, lectores, acomodadores, jóvenes integrantes de los grupos parroquiales o de algún movimiento eclesial, etc. Todos los Martes comenzando el 20 de enero, 2015 de 7 - 9PM en el Centro Pastoral de St. Mark en el Great Room y termina el 24 de marzo, 2015 Reentrenamiento en Español Miércoles, enero 21 a las 6:30 PM Conference Room #202 del Centro Pastoral Favor de traer el gafete de Ambiente Seguro Caballeros de Colón Para más información sobre las actividades de los Caballeros de Colón, llame a Armando Guerra al 214-2723537 o Lucas Gonzalez al 972-669-3023. Adoración Eucarística 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. Para más información contacte a Ruth Sanchez al 972-423-4715 x225 o [email protected]. ¡Los esperamos! 4 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION / Youth & Young Adult Ministries Ministerio de Jóvenes y Jóvenes adultos FORMACION DE FE: 972-423-4715 Elementary Faith Formation classes resume TODAY, Sunday, January 11, AND Wednesday, January 14. 972-578-9583 [email protected] stmarkplanoyouth.org New Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9AM-4PM Fri. 9AM-12PM. REMINDER ABOUT SESSION TIMES Classes start right at 8:45AM, 10:30AM and 1:15PM on Sundays. Wednesday class starts at 6:45 PM. We are noticing that some children are arriving to class 10, 15, and 20 minutes after class has started! This disrupts the entire group; please make every effort to ensure that your child gets to class on time! Thank you! Open Youth House Every Tuesday 5pm-7pm Announcement Faith Formation classes resume on January 11 and 14! Seeking Host Families for NET Team! Give St. Mark Youth Ministry the gift of opening your home to two members of the NET Team for two weeks. No extra beds required, they travel with sleeping bags! Contact Megan McQuaid for more information at [email protected] St. Vincent de Paul Society SVDP Food Pantry needs the following items : Canned corn, green beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pork and beans, and canned tuna. Place items in donation box located in the Narthex. Pick up of large items can be arranged by calling SVDP at 972-423-1877. Please consider being a Volunteer English Teacher St. Mark Catholic Church Semester: Feb. 3rd-May 7th Tues. & Thurs. 6:30pm-8:30pm Help someone: Find a better job and further their education; help their children with homework; perform daily activities in English and better participate in the community No teaching experience or foreign languages are required Minimal and flexible time commitment Teacher training and classroom materials will be provided by LIFT. New teacher training—UTD Jan 10th or 17th, 2015 (10AM-3PM) Attend one session of your choice. Training is free. Lunch and materials provided. Please email Julie Brown (below) to reserve a spot. For more information contact: Julie Brown- ESL Program Manager 214-824-2000, Ext 3218 email: [email protected] 5 11 DE ENERO DEL 2015 JANUARY 11, 2015 1201 Alma Dr, Plano, TX 75075 972.578.0610 www.stmcs.net You’re invited to come and see for yourself what has made St. Mark Catholic School special since 1982! 2015 Open House Dates January 27: 9 – 10 AM February 3: 6 – 7:30 PM April 29: 4:30 – 6:30 PM (Early Childhood Education) Pick up an information packet, take a school tour, and meet our staff. At St. Mark, we educate the whole child – mind, body, and spirit. Serving Students in Preschool – 8th grade Two-time National Blue Ribbon School Exemplary curriculum including Art, Music, Spanish, Technology, and P.E. Catholic education and sacrament preparation. Strong, family-oriented school community Please preregister at www.stmcs.net. 2015 Roe Memorial Events Roe Memorial Events, January 17, 2015: Join Bishops Farrell and Olson and thousands of North Texas faithful in marking the 42nd anniversary of the tragic January 22, 1973 Roe v. Wade U.S. Supreme Court decision, which made abortion available on demand in America. The theme of this year’s events is “On the Road to Victory!” and the schedule of events is as follows: 10:30AM - 12PM Roe Memorial Rosaries outside the Southwestern abortion facility, 8616 Greenville Ave, Dallas (parking available on Boundbrook Ave and Gaston Oaks Baptist Church parking lot) and the new Planned Parenthood abortion facility, 7989 West Virginia Dr, Dallas (street parking available) 12:15PM Youth Rally at the Convention Center in Dallas, 650 S Griffin St, featuring World Youth Day musician Curtis Stephan (Doors open at 11:30AM) 1PM Roe Memorial Bilingual Mass concelebrated by Bishop Kevin Farrell, Bishop Michael Olson, and diocesan clergy at the Convention Center in Dallas (seating for 9,000!) with Fr. Benjamin Cieply, L.C. as homilist and music led by Curtis Stephan. 3PM North Texas March for Life from convention center (following Mass) to ecumenical Rally outside the Earle Cabell Federal Courthouse Bishop Farrell would like for as many families and young people as possible to participate in this great witness for Life! Everyone is encouraged to ride DART Rail – the most convenient transportation directly to the convention center station! Volunteers are needed, particularly Knights of Columbus, parish ushers and police or security officers. For more information, visit prolifedallas.org/roe or call 972-267-LIFE (5433). 6 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY 7 11 DE ENERO DEL 2015 JANUARY 11, 2015 AROUND THE DIOCESE MAGNIFICAT, a Ministry to Catholic Women welcomes international and inspirational speaker Johnnette Benkovic on Saturday, January 24, 2015 from 9 am to 12 Noon at the Hilton Garden Inn, Lewisville. For tickets and more information contact Chris Delmolino at 817-925-4542. St Mark Golden Treasurers Saturday, January 24 at 6:30 PM St Mark Golden Treasurers will have our January Potluck Dinner on Saturday, January 24 at 6:30PM following the 5:30PM Mass in the COMMUNITY CENTER #101. Drop off your side dish or dessert to share in the Community Room #101 between 5 and 5:30PM before Mass if you like. We look forward to seeing everyone on the 24th. All 50 plus seniors are welcome. Call if you have any questions. Please RSVP to Candy Butcher, 214-563-6823 or [email protected]. 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 New St. Mark Car Stickers are Now Available! Only $5 available at the St. Mark parish or school offices. An Evening Benefiting Birth Choice Birth Choice is a non-profit organization created in 2009, at the request of the Bishop, serving men and women in an unexpected pregnancy by offering them counseling, sonograms, pregnancy tests, parenting classes and material goods free of charge. PARISH LIBRARY Mon-Thurs 9AM-12PM Book Drop in Library door is open 24/7 DVD: Tuesdays With Morrie Books for adults: Sex and the Marriage Covenant-A Basis for Morality by John F. Kippley Books for teens: Life Strategies for Teens by Jay McGraw If the Pasta Wiggles, Don't Eat It...And Other Good Advice by Martha Bolton Valentine Dinner & Christopher West Guests attending the Baby, I love you! Benefit will be treated to cocktails, dinner, as well as a raffle for Valentine gifts for your special someone. The highlight of the evening will be a presentation by renowned educator, best-selling author, cultural commentator, and popular theologian, Christopher West. Saturday, February 14, 2015 Museum of Biblical Art Beginning at 6:00 PM Women of St. Mark Meeting Tuesday, January 27, 7-9PM in McGivney Hall Tickets are $125 per person or $200 per couple. Underwriting opportunities are available; contact Christina Smith at 214-631-2402. Purchase tickets at www.catholiccpcdallas.org. Happy New Year! 2015 is full of new opportunities, so why not attend the next Women of St. Mark meeting on Tuesday evening, January 27th at 7 PM in McGivney Hall? We will have a special presentation by Officer Bianez of the Plano Police Department. His topic will be Women & Safety. We always welcome new members, so please join us! For further information please contact Dorette Putonti at 972-898-0421 or email me at [email protected]. Immigration & Legal ServicesWest Dallas Branch 2843 Lapsley Street, Dallas TX 75212 (214) 217-5600 * By appointment Only M-W & Friday 8am-12noon and 1-4pm Thurs. 8am-12noon and 1-2pm Closed SAT & SUN 8 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Lone Rose Collection of Baby Items THIS WEEKEND Will you be one of the Wise Men and bring your donations ? Remember the mothers this Christmas Season who need a little help. Brighten their homes as they care for their newborns. Bring new or gently used baby supplies (diapers, bottles, blankets, infant wear), furniture or accessories to the crib in the Narthex after all the Masses. Write checks to KC Council 6065. Proceeds benefit the White Rose and Birth Choice Crisis Pregnancy Centers in Dallas. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, Council 6065 of St. Mark. 9