St. Catherine of siena catholic church

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1 St. Catherine of siena catholic church September 9, 2018 Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love! Established in Bonnabel Blvd. Metairie, LA Pastor: Fr. Tim Hedrick Parochial Vicar: Fr. Garrett O Brien Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm Parish Phone: Parish Fax: Parish Emergency Line: St. Vincent de Paul Assistance: Mass Schedule Monday Friday 9:00 am Wednesday 6:00 pm Saturday (Vigil) 4:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am 9:00 am *(Childcare Available) 11:00 am *(Childcare Available) 5:30 pm * Childcare/Nursery is located in the Melancon Center. Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday 8:30 am Wednesday 8:30 am and 5:30 pm Friday 8:30 am Saturday 3:00 pm Or By Appointment Devotions Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel) Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena (Tues 9:30 am in Church) Rosary (Mon Fri 8:15 am in Church) Rosary (Mon 6 pm in Church) St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School 400 Codifer Blvd. Metairie, LA Principal: Mrs. Kimberlie Kilroy School Phone: School Fax: Hearing assistance devices are available St. in Catherine Church. Please of see Siena an usher Catholic if you need Church one.

2 Prayer & Worship Mass Intentions Saturday, September 8 4:00 pm Elliott Cabirac Adam Dicks Freida Eder Dr. Tom Giles Evelyn P. Hock Lorraine Diggs Martinez Donna Quick Douglas Dale Ramsey Devan Ray Herbert and Audrey Simpson Maurice J. Skiffington, Jr. Sherri Ann Tircuit Ellen Margaret Van Auken John Zeller Sunday, September 9 7:00 am Mr. and Mrs. John N. Comfort, Sr. 9:00 am Toni Causin 11:00 am Aggie Borne Family of Agnes Borne Elliott Cabirac Dr. Tom Giles Fr. Ronnie Calkins Eric Gustafson Lorraine Diggs Martinez Arthur Mott Joan Nimmo Patricia Paisant Randy Perrone Devan Ray Herbert and Audrey Simpson Aura Lee Mclendon Smith 5:30 pm Parish Family Monday, September 10 9:00 am Devan Ray Tuesday, September 11 9:00 am Lorraine Diggs Martinez Wednesday, September 12 9:00 am Ione Vinet Schneider 6:00 pm Fr. Garrett O Brien Thursday, September 13 9:00 am Raymond J. Radetich Friday, September 14 9:00 am Frank Incaprera Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time Today s Readings First Reading: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God (Isaiah 35). Psalm: Praise the Lord, my soul! (Psalm 146). Second Reading: Show no partiality as you adhere to the faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ (James 2). Gospel: Jesus makes the deaf hear and the mute speak (Mark 7). Readings for the Week Monday: 1 Cor 5:1-8; Ps 5:5-7, 12; Lk 6:6-11 Tuesday: 1 Cor 6:1-11; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lk 6:12-19 Wednesday: 1 Cor 7:25-31; Ps 45:11-12, 14-17; Lk 6:20-26 Thursday: 1 Cor 8:1b-7, 11-13; Ps 139:1b-3, 13-14ab, 23-24; Lk 6:27-38 Friday: Nm 21:4b-9; Ps 78:1bc-2, 34-38; Phil 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17 Saturday: 1 Cor 10:14-22; Ps 116:12-13, 17-18; Jn 19:25-27 or Lk 2:33-35 Sunday: Is 50:5-9a; Ps 116:1-6, 8-9; Jas 2:14-18; Mk 8:27-35 Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Scripture Reflection Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time The Most Holy Name of Mary St. John Chrysostom The Exaltation of the Holy Cross Our Lady of Sorrows The phrase Sunday best has lost much of its meaning in our society today. Some lament the loss of people dressing up for church on Sunday; others think it s a healthy sign that we re as casual in attire gathered before the Lord as we are elsewhere. No matter which school of thought on this topic we belong to, James would probably chastise us. In either case, we are still focused on external appearance, mistaking it for some sort of favored position before God. True, James criticizes the community that favors the rich and well-dressed while ostracizing the poorly clothed, but even more he criticizes the making of distinctions, making choices based on criteria that having nothing to do with the reign of God. James might turn our attention to the reign of God described by Isaiah, in which people are healed and the earth becomes ripe to bear fruit. Jesus today is focused on this reign of God, healing a Gentile man in a region hostile to his Jewish faith, not mindful of the man s origins or clothing or status or ability to repay. Isaiah, James, and Jesus in Mark s Gospel all call us to look more deeply to find where the will of God needs to be done, and has been done, on earth as in heaven. Archdiocesan Family Prayer Loving and faithful God, through the years the people of our archdiocese have appreciated the prayers and love of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in times of war, disaster, epidemic and illness. We come to you, Father, with Mary our Mother, and ask you to help us in the battle of today against violence, murder and racism. We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people. Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence. Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a holy family. Amen. St. Catherine of Siena Parish Prayer God, Our Father, we thank you for our parish community of St. Catherine of Siena. Thank you for the many blessings that you have given us, but especially for calling us to serve as disciples of your son, Jesus Christ. As we gather today, we ask that you send your Holy Spirit to guide us in everything that we do. Transform our hearts and lead us closer to you. Help us always to seek to be a parish that is Centered on Christ and Ablaze with Love. We ask all of these things in the name of Jesus, and through the intercession of our Blessed Mother. St. Catherine of Siena, pray for us! Our Mission St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Parish exists to form and send forth a community of disciples of Jesus Christ who witness by joyfully living the Gospel. Memorials The Sanctuary Flowers are In Memory of Estelle Mahar The Sanctuary Candles are In Memory of Raymond Radetich and In Memory of Catherine Adler The Chapel of the Holy Innocents Candles are In Memory of Marie Hummel The Divine Mercy Candles are for the Special Intentions of Fr. Tim Hedrick Contact Frances Skiffington at or fskiffin@gmail.com for dedications. 2

3 Parish News New Parishioners: Welcome! Please extend a warm welcome to St. Catherine of Siena s newest parishioners. We look forward to their involvement in parish life! Michael, Rebecca, Asher, and Everly Adragna Gregory, Paige, and Cecilia Barbay Carl, Eileen, Caroline, and Claire Deroche Andrew, Caroline, and Andrew, II, Hamilton Lloyd, Lauren, Rachel, and Caroline Hensley Evelyn Sciambra Children s Liturgy of the Word: September 9 The Children s Liturgy of the Word will resume on Sunday, September 9. Children attending the 11 am Mass are invited to move to the Melancon Center to hear the readings proclaimed from the Lectionary for Masses with Children and do a related activity, and then return to church at the beginning of the Liturgy of the Eucharist (offertory). Parish School of Religion: September 9 Our PSR ministry offers religion classes for students who do not attend Catholic schools. Classes begin on Sunday, September 9, at 10 am. Please see the website for registration forms or contact Paula Atchley, paula@scschurch.com or Citywide Evening of Confession: September 12 All Catholic churches in the Archdiocese of New Orleans will be open for the fall Evening of Confession, Wednesday, September 12, particularly from 5-6:30 pm. The evening confession times are meant to encourage Catholics to make time for the Sacrament, and Archbishop Aymond is encouraging families to go together to receive God s love, forgiveness, and grace. The fall Evening of Confession is held on the Wednesday closest to the Feast of the Exultation of the Cross. Visit for a one -minute Catholics Come Home video about confession. New Mass and Reconciliation Schedule Monday, Wednesday, and Friday confessions now are offered BEFORE 9 am Mass, starting at 8:30 am. A weekday Mass has been added on Wednesday evening at 6 pm, with confession available starting at 5:30 pm. The rest of the Mass and reconciliation schedule remains the same. Men of St. Joseph The St. Catherine of Siena chapter of an organization dedicated to invigorating the spiritual lives of Catholic men and, by their positive influence, the spiritual lives of their families, friends, and coworkers, meets on Wednesday mornings, 6:30-7:30 am, in the Melancon Center. The Men of St. Joseph gather weekly to pray and to encourage one another to be the spiritual leaders of their families. For more information contact Harry Hardin at harry.hardin@hancockwhitney.com or , or Don Engler, or englerdon@hotmail.com Confirmation Registration Registration forms for the Confirmation class can be found in the narthex of the church and on the parish website. The St. Catherine of Siena Confirmation program is for parishioners who are juniors or seniors in high school. If you have any questions, contact Paula Atchley, Director of Religious Education, at or paula@scschurch.com. September 1-2, 2018 General Collection $16, Weekly Electronic Giving $6, Poor Box $ Total Collection $23, Thank you for financially supporting the mission of St. Catherine Parish. We appreciate your generosity. 7% of the weekly collection is used for missionary outreach. RCIA: Becoming Catholic Are you or is someone you know interested in learning more about the Catholic Church? Are you or is someone you know interested in becoming Catholic? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is designed for adults who wish to become full members of the Catholic Church. RCIA is a process of spiritual enrichment and growth preparing unbaptized adults for Baptism and for other sacraments. It is also for candidates who have been baptized (Catholic and non-catholic) but have not received other sacraments or who wish to learn more about their Catholic faith. For more information or to sign up, contact Kurt Garcia, or kurtgarciarcia@gmail.com. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Quarterly Report We get by with a little help from our friends! The Society of St. Vincent de Paul would like to thank everyone who assisted us in ministering to the poor during April, May, and June! The Rosary Altar Society donated the $3,000 in proceeds from their St. Joseph's Altar, and the St. Catherine Women's Club bought the supplies and filled 90 lunch bags for our clients! Generous support from SCS parishioners enabled SVdP to provide almost $21,000 in rent and utilities assistance and 481 bags of groceries, helping 1,768 people. We served lunch at Ozanam Inn, called bingo at St. Anthony's Nursing Home, and tutored at the SVdP Adult Learning Center. New members are always welcome! The main purpose of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is to enhance the spirituality of its members; helping the poor is our second priority! Reach us at svdp@scschurch.com or Coffees in the Rectory Fr. Tim and Fr. Garrett will be hosting a series of coffees in the rectory. The purpose of the coffees is to gather feedback about where we are as a parish and to get to know parishioners better. Following a time of socialization, those in attendance will focus on three questions: what St. Catherine is doing well as a parish, what the parish is doing well that we could be doing better, and where God is inviting St. Catherine of Siena to go as we prepare to celebrate our 100th anniversary in If you are open to serving as a coffee coordinator, please contact Debbie in the parish office at ext Coffee coordinators are parishioners who are willing to invite friends and neighbors to come to the rectory for coffee. The parish will provide light refreshments for the coffees, but any who would like to prepare or provide a special snack or dessert are invited to do so. Fr. Tim and Fr. Garrett look forward to welcoming you to their home, especially any parishioners who have never been inside the rectory (priests residence). New Domain Addresses are Operational The parish staff have new, shorter addresses. Please update your contact list so that messages from these senders reach your Inbox. Fr. Tim Hedrick Fr. Garrett O Brien Dcn. Mike Coney Dcn. Paul Hauck Dcn. Don Richard Denise Allain Paula Atchley Charmaine Barberito Mary Bielski Mary Johnson Joni Parent Maurer Kim Piraro Miranda Powell Debbie Romagosa Marion Eigenbrod frtim@scschurch.com frgarrett@scschurch.com dcnmike@scschurch.com dcnpaul@scschurch.com dcndon@scschurch.com denise@scschurch.com paula@scschurch.com cbarb@scschurch.com mary@scschurch.com info@scschurch.com joni@scschurch.com kim@scschurch.com miranda@scschurch.com debbie@scschurch.com baptism@scschurch.com Baby Changing Station for your Convenience For your convenience, the handicap accessible bathroom in the Melancon Center has been equipped with a baby changing station. Thank you, Tricia Richard, for your thoughtfulness in providing the station. A Word of Caution to the SCS Community Be advised that someone pretending to be Fr. Tim is ing parishioners and asking for help buying gift cards. If you receive an like this, or one that is suspicious in any way, please do not respond to it. Kindly call the parish office at and ask to speak to the purported sender. Unfortunately, someone is trying to take advantage our Christian charity. Please be vigilant. 3

4 Weekly Calendar: September 8-15 Saturday, September 8 Sunday, September 9 Monday, September 10 Tuesday, September 11 9:00 am Troop 230 Meeting (CAF) 7:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 2:00 pm Prison Ministry (MC) 8:30 am Childcare (MC) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 10:00 am LTMTP (MC) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C) 9:00 am RCIA (CR) 10:00 am PSR (S) 10:00 am PSR Parent Meeting (MC) 11:00 am Sunday Mass / Children s Liturgy of the Word (C) 5:30 pm CYO Board and Leadership (YR) 6:00 pm Rosary for Healing (C) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 6:30 pm Men s Club Meeting (CAF) 3:00 pm Daisy Troop (MC) 5:30 pm Jr. Board and Crew Leadership (YR) 5:30 pm Legion of Mary (MC) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 1:00 pm Troop 230 Meeting (CAF) 7:30 pm Troop 230 Parents (MC) 5:00 pm Men s Club Basketball (G) 5:30 pm Sunday Mass (C) 6:30 pm CYO Kickoff Night (YR) B Barrett Complex C Church CAF Cafeteria CR Conference Room G Gym MC Melancon Center R Rectory YR Youth Room S School OC Off Campus Wednesday, September 12 Thursday, September 13 Friday, September 14 Saturday, September 15 6:30 am Men of St. Joseph (MC) 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am School Mass 1st-7th (C) 10:30 am Bible Study (MC) 2:30 pm Daisy Troop (MC) 5:00 pm Citywide Confessions (C) 6:00 pm Mass (C) 6:00 pm Co-op Volleyball (G) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am RAS Cleaning of the Church (C) 9:45 am Bible Study (MC) 10:00 am SVdP Food Distribution (MC) 6:00 pm Radio Rosary (CR) 6:00 pm LTMTP (MC) 6:00 pm Men s Club Basketball (G) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am Early Childhood Prayer Service PreK3-K (C) 3:00 pm Junior Troop (MC) 3:30 pm Jr. CYO Kickoff (G) 7:00 pm City Park Night (OC) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass / Troop 230 (C) 5:00 pm Pack 230 Meeting 5:00 pm Convalidation (C) 6:00 pm Pack 230 Scramble and Popcorn Distribution (G) SECOND COLLECTION: CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CAMPAIGN 6:30 pm Alpha (MC) 6:45 pm Bible Study (MC) 6:30 pm CYO Alpha Kickoff (YR) 7:00 pm Parish Life (CR) 6:30 pm Troop 230 (CAF) 7:00 pm Co-Op Meeting (B) 4

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6 Sacrament of Reconciliation Reasons why some Catholics hesitate to use the Sacrament of Penance Can t I just confess my sins to God directly? Without the word: just, the answer is yes. Why, then, did Jesus give the apostles the power to forgive sins? (John 20:23). Proper preparation for confession helps us make the sacramental experience more meaningful. Confessing our sins to a priest helps us encounter the living Christ. Receiving absolution reassures and comforts us, and validates our forgiveness. What if, as a Catholic, I haven t gone to Confession for a long time, or ever? Jesus teaches the parable about the merciful Father of the prodigal son. He teaches himself as the Good Shepherd. The priest is called to represent Christ. Priests today are known for their compassion. Just be honest: Father, it has been a rather long time since my last confession years ago. The priest will probably respond: I am so glad you are here. What if I am unaware of the form I should use? We are distributing materials about how to celebrate the sacrament. If a person is unsure, simply ask the priest to assist. ( What father among you would hand his son a snake if he asked for a fish, or a scorpion if he asked for an egg? Luke 11:11-12). The priest will help guide you. What if I don t know / remember the Act of Contrition? An Act of Contrition is printed on the adjacent page and also will be available at the church. Confessing our sins can be burdensome and embarrassing. What will the priests think of me? What will others who see me going to confession think of me? Popes have been known to go to confession once a week. St. Teresa of Calcutta went to confession every eight days. We should think well of anyone who goes to Confession. Frankly, the priest humanly and spiritually admires anyone who approaches the sacrament, even more when a person confesses an exceptional fall from grace or a habitual/addictive sin. The priest is not there to judge the person ( Judge not and you shall not be judged Luke 6:37 but to understand, empathize, support, advise, and forgive the sinner). Confession is apologizing truthfully for what we have done wrong, not justifying or bragging about our sins. Why go to confession when we may need to confess many or all of the same sins again? If that argument were valid, we could also ask: Why take out the garbage, why bathe, why eat, why sleep, for that matter, why breathe? Many things in life are repetitive. The grace of the sacrament can help us avoid sin. What if I had a bad experience from a previous confession (such as the priest scolding me for not having gone often enough, or not being compassionate about a sin which was either especially grievous or repetitive)? You are not obliged to go back to that priest for confession. Ask God to direct you. Many people ask their friends about recommendations of a confessor (just as we do about a movie, a restaurant, a cell phone, and so on). Also, don t hesitate to volunteer to another an especially helpful experience you had in confession. (I went to Fr. Jones for confession and he was very understanding and helpful to me. I find Fr. Smith such a good confessor to me. He made me feel at ease and was very supportive of my efforts to overcome sin.) What if I intentionally withheld a serious (mortal) sin from a previous confession? Simply be honest. For example, say: Father, due to embarrassment (guilt and/or shame) I intentionally did not confess the sin of (marital infidelity) in my last (or a previous) confession. Young Adult and Adult Examination of Conscience How do I relate with God? Have I loved someone or something (power, pleasure, possessions, etc.) more than God? Have I spent time in personal prayer each day? Have I used God s name lightly, carelessly, or in cursing? Have I been involved in superstitious practices? Have I attended Mass every Sunday & on holy days of obligation? Have I paid attention and participated during Mass? Have I regularly showed up to Mass late or left Mass early? Have I observed Sunday as a day of faith and family? Have I worked unnecessarily on Sundays? How do I relate with others? Have I honored and respected my parents? Have I treated my siblings with respect? Have I cared for my elderly and infirmed relatives? Have I been obedient to those who exercise legitimate authority over me? Have I damaged the reputation of another? Have I gossiped? Have I spread rumors about others? Have I harmed anyone physically or emotionally? Have I encouraged someone to have an abortion? Have I stolen anything that does not belong to me? Have I made restitution for what I have stolen? Have I held a grudge or refused to forgive someone? Have I led other people into sin by my example or influence? Have I been unfaithful to the vows I have made, especially the vows of marriage? Have I refused to help the poor or the marginalized? Have I failed to practice the corporal/spiritual works of mercy? Have I been racist or discriminated against others? Have I been judgmental of others? Have I been charitable with others? Have I missed opportunities to go the extra mile to help someone in need? How do I relate to myself? Have I used profane or crude language? Have I abused alcohol to the point of drunkenness? Have I used illegal drugs? Have I excessively gambled? Have I looked at pornography? Have I entertained lustful thoughts or fantasies? Have I misused the gift of sexuality and not respected my body or the body of another? Have I had an abortion? Have I failed to follow the Church s teaching on being open to having children? Have I sterilized my fertility? Have I engaged in homosexual activity? Have I dressed immodestly? Have I lied? Have I been jealous of other people s goods? Have I been prideful or arrogant? NOTE: There are three examinations of conscience near the confessionals: for children, teenagers and young adults, and adults. 6

7 Parish Snapshots Above: SCS School faculty and staff; below: summer cabbage ball 7

8 Archdiocesan News God s Special Children Mass: September 9 The God s Special Children Mass will take place on Sunday, September 9, 2 pm, at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie. Contact Joy Zainey at if you have any questions or if your angel would like to participate. Archdiocesan Vocation Club: September 11 Active Catholic laymen who belong to a church parish and are interested in promoting vocations and supporting those in religious life are invited to attend the next meeting of the Archdiocesan Vocation Club of Greater New Orleans, Tuesday, September 11, starting with 6:45 am Mass at Notre Dame Seminary, 2901 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans. The meeting, along with breakfast, will take place after Mass. For more information contact Ken Krey, kkrey345@cox.net or Annulment Writing Workshop: September 11 Persons who wish to apply for an annulment, who have been asked to respond to annulment proceedings, or who are serving as witnesses are invited to take part in a five-part annulment writing workshop starting on Tuesday, September 11, 7:30-9 pm, at St. Benilde Teen Center, 1901 Division Street, Metairie. For those applying for an annulment and those who are responding, the cost is $25 to cover the cost of handouts and refreshments. For more information, contact the Archdiocese of New Orleans Office of Marriage and Family Life, sponsor of the workshop, at Catholic Communications Campaign: September 16 Next week, our second collection is for the Catholic Communications Campaign. This campaign connects people with Christ, here and around the world in developing countries, through the internet, television, radio, and print media. Fifty percent of funds collected remain in our diocese to fund local communications efforts. Your support helps spread the gospel message! To learn more, visit Magnificat Metairie Retreat: September Work Out Your Salvation is the theme of a September women s retreat sponsored by Magnificat Metairie and taking place at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center, 5500 St. Mary Street, Metairie. Retreat master Rev. Wade Menezes, CPM, is best known for his guest appearances on Mother Angelica Live and Life on the Rock. The cost of the retreat is $275 and includes a 6 pm meal on Friday, three meals on Saturday, and breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Contact Jane Margavio at or to register. Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: September 29 The Friends of the Poor Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, September 29, at New Orleans City Park Reunion Shelter and Festival Grounds, Friedrichs Avenue and Wisner Boulevard. Registration begins at 8 am, and the one-mile walk starts at 9 am. Afterward there will be a celebration in the covered Reunion Shelter with music and refreshments. The site has attached parking, onsite restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground. Walkers solicit pledges to benefit local SVdP Conferences providing services to the needy of metro New Orleans. Visit fopwalk.org, select Louisiana, and then New Orleans South Shore & West Bank for more information. Divine Mercy, Eucharist Reflection: September 29 Divine Mercy and the Eucharist: A Day of Reflection with Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD is scheduled for Saturday, September 29, at St. Benilde Catholic Church, 1901 Division Street, Metairie. The event begins with 8 am Mass in the church, followed by registration in the school cafeteria. The conference talks will take place from 9 am-3:30 pm in the school cafeteria. The cost is $30 per person; $50 per couple. Lunch is included. Register online at valencemet@aol.com, or call Val Hebert at or the St. Benilde parish office at St. Michael School Blue Rose Ball: September 29 The St. Michael Special School Blue Rose Ball is set for Saturday, September 29, in the Empire Ball Room at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. Four Unplugged will provide entertainment. The evening will begin with cocktails at 7 pm, followed by dinner at 7:45 pm, and dancing until 11:30 pm. Attire is black tie optional. The LSU vs. Ole Miss football game will be available for viewing during the event. For more information and to purchase tickets online call or visit 8 Support Group for Families Experiencing Suicide: October 1 A support group for individuals and families experiencing suicide will be held each Monday for eight weeks, beginning on October 1, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 631 State Street, New Orleans. Participation in the support group is free of charge. For details or to register, contact Melissa at Tricentennial Series Lecture: October 3 Gala for Life: October 5 Baptize All Nations: Cultures of the Crescent City, is scheduled for Wednesday, October 3, 6:30-9 pm, in Schulte Hall at Notre Dame Seminary, 2901 South Carrollton Avenue. Dr. Lee Leumas will moderate a series of brief presentations about how various cultures are living their Catholic faith. Call for information. Live music, a silent auction, and fine food will be featured at the Gala for Life, Friday, October 5, at club XLIV, Champions Square. The event is from 8-11 pm, with a patron party from 7-8 pm. All proceeds will support Woman s New Life Center next door to Planned Parenthood and providing service to women in unplanned pregnancies. For more information and to order tickets, visit Weekend for Troubled Marriages: October 5-7 Retrouvaille is a program designed to provide help and support to married couples who are undergoing difficulties in their relationship. Sponsored by the Catholic Church, Retrouvaille is open to couples of all faiths. It has proven helpful to couples who are troubled and experiencing stress, and those whose relationship has grown cold and distant. The next Retrouvaille Weekend will be Friday-Sunday, October 5-7, at the William J. Kelly Retreat Center in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. For additional information or to have information mailed to you, contact the Office of Marriage and Family Life at or visit retrouvaille.org. Pope Francis September Prayer Intention The Holy Father s September prayer intention is as follows: that young people in Africa may have access to education and work in their own countries. Pilgrimage to Italy: March 25-April 5 Now is the time to reserve your place on a 12-day pilgrimage to Italy, March 25-April 5, St. Catherine of Siena parochial vicar Fr. Garrett O Brien and Dcn. Don Richard will lead the pilgrimage, which is scheduled to depart from New Orleans late in the morning on Monday, March 25. The cost is $4,350 per person. Brochures detailing the trip itinerary and registration information may be found at the entrances to the church and also at the parish office. For more information, contact tour operator Ron Cansler at or ron.cansler@yahoo.com. Space on the pilgrimage is very limited.

9 Parish Contacts Parish Staff Rev. Timothy Hedrick, Pastor ext Rev. Garrett O Brien, Parochial Vicar frgarrett@scschurch.com, ext Deacon Mike Coney dcnmike@scschurch.com, ext Deacon Paul Hauck dcnpaul@scschurch.com, ext Deacon Don Richard, ext dcndon@scschurch.com Deacon Andrew Gutierrez agutierrez@nds.edu, ext Denise Allain, Financial Manager denise@scschurch.com, ext Paula Atchley, Director of Religious Education paula@scschurch.com, ext Charmaine Barberito, Financial Assistant cbarb@scschurch.com, ext Mary Bielski, Director of Youth Ministry mary@scschurch.com, ext Stephanie Dureau, Director of Music Ministry sdureau@bellsouth.net Mary Johnson, Receptionist / Bulletin Editor info@scschurch.com, ext Kimberlie Kilroy, Principal kkilroy@scsgators.org, Joni Parent Maurer, Director of Evangelization joni@scschurch.com, ext Raymond Nash, Custodian Kim Piraro, Rectory & Church Office Coordinator kim@scschurch.com, ext Miranda Powell, Office Assistant miranda@scschurch.com, ext Debbie Romagosa, Administrative Assistant debbie@scschurch.com, ext Sacramental Preparation Baptism Baptisms take place after 11 am Mass each weekend. Contact the parish office to sign up for a date and begin the preparation process. Confirmation Confirmation will be celebrated for 11th and 12th graders in February. Classes begin in September. Marriage Please contact a priest at least 8 months before the wedding and before making arrangements. Anointing of the Sick Upon request for the seriously ill, infirm, and those undergoing major surgery. Please contact the parish office when someone is home bound or hospitalized and in need of the sacrament. Funerals Please contact a priest before making arrangements with the funeral home. Joining our Parish Welcome to St. Catherine of Siena Parish! Anyone interested in joining the parish, please fill out a gold registration form located in the gathering area of the church and return it to the parish office. Bulletin Deadline Bulletin notices must be received in the parish office at least 7 days before the date of the bulletin for which the notice is intended, to be considered for publication. Parish Ministry Contacts Adoration Chapel Mary Jeandron maryms777@aol.com Altar Servers Kerry Dominique SJEPKC@gmail.com Baptisms Marion Eigenbrod baptism@scschurch.com Bible Study Carol Rooney carolbrooney@aol.com Bereavement Ministry Becky Steppe rks45@outlook.com Boy Scouts Bryan Roser bryanroser@cox.net Childcare / Nursery Madylin Schneller mschneller@scsgators.org Children s Liturgy Lucy Karam lkaram@iberiabank.com Confirmation (Teen) Paula Atchley paula@scschurch.com Confirmation (Adult) Jennifer Collins jenniferbabincollins@gmail.com Joni Parent joni@scschurch.com Cub Scouts Gerard Boineau gboineau@windsorcourthotel.com Yvette Lionnet ylionnet77@gmail.com CYO Mary Bielski mary@scschurch.com Eucharistic Ministers Norman Romagosa njromagosa@hotmail.com Fair Alissa Adam scsfair@gmail.com FAMILIA Lori Lundgren pslundgren@cox.net Family Life Paul & Lil Hauck phauck14@yahoo.com Feeding the Homeless Barbara Renaudin barbararenaudin@yahoo.com Fellowship Sunday Pat Higginbotham webhigg@cox.net Finance Council Don Wheat dwheatcpa@gmail.com Girl Scouts Helen Fish helenfish@cox.net Homebound Visitation Beth Gambel bethgambel@aol.com Knights of Columbus David Lynch davidlynchkc@cox.net K4J VBS Tram Jacobs vujacobs@cox.net Lectors Randi Robarts randirobarts@yahoo.com Legion of Mary Ken Krey kkrey345@cox.net Liturgy Committee Patricia Fitzpatrick pfitzpatrickrd@att.net Lord, Teach Me To Pray Karen Babbitt karenrbabbitt@gmail.com Marriage Preparation Anand & Maya Irimpen airimpe@tulane.edu Meals on Wheels Mary Sue Battle marysuebattle@gmail.com Men of St. Joseph Harry Hardin harry.hardin@hancockwhitney.com Don Engler englerdon@hotmail.com Men s Club James Carter aabwholesale@yahoo.com Jeff Lionnet jlionnet1@gmail.com Music Ministry Stephanie Dureau sdureau@bellsouth.net Parish School of Religion Paula Atchley paula@scschurch.com Pastoral Council Les Nettleton lesn@bellsouth.net Prayer Line Carl Hellmers Yvonne Hellmers chellmers@yahoo.com Prime Timers Judy Watts judywatts1@yahoo.com Prison Ministry Mark Truxillo m.mark.truxillo@gmail.com Radio Rosary Mickey Lacombe mllacombe@cox.net RCIA Kurt Garcia kurtgarciarcia@gmail.com Respect Life Committee Stephanie Hellmers Hellm3@aol.com Rosary Altar Society Donna Hummel donna.hummel@cox.net School Kimberlie Kilroy kkilroy@scsgators.org School Co-op Jeni Tauzier jtauzier@yahoo.com Devon Cannata dnmarque@gmail.com St. Vincent de Paul Karen Haydel svdp@scschurch.com Summer Camp Matt Orillion camp@scschurch.com Ushers Georges Legrand glegrand@mblb.com Violence Prevention Christi Sumich cksumich@yahoo.com Vocation Committee Leslie Baudry leslie@baudrytherapy.com Rich Baudry rich@baudrytherapy.com Wedding Coordinator Jeanie Favret favretc0@aol.com Women s Club Michelle Guillot michelleguillot@cox.net Young Catholic Professionals Alan Elmer alanelmer1@gmail.com 9