22ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - SEPTEMBER 2, 2018

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1 Volume XI Issue Mesa Park Drive Las Vegas, NV (702) HLY-SPRT (702) Parish Life Center (702) FAX (702) ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 HOLY SPIRIT STAFF: PASTOR Fr. Bill Kenny frbill@holyspiritlv.org ASSISTING RETIRED CLERGY Fr. Joe Annese and Fr. Tom Gross DEACONS Rich Green deaconrich@holyspiritlv.org Dan Powers deacondan@holyspiritlv.org Doug Winston deacondoug@holyspiritlv.org SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR Sr. Karen Crouse karencrouseosf@franciscanway.org DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN S MINISTRY Anna Forsberg annaf@holyspiritlv.org INTERIM DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Jonathan Tuala jonathant@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY Louie Latina LouieL@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Patti Fitzpatrick pattif@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF LITURGY Kayla Falco kaylaf@holyspiritlv.org ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR Kathy McGee kathym@holyspiritlv.org RECEPTIONIST Yvonne Kacvinsky yvonnek@holyspiritlv.org FAITH FORMATION ASSISTANT & PARISH LIFE CENTER COORD. Tammy Kastrup tammyk@holyspiritlv.org IT MEDIA DIRECTOR Ivan Diaz ivand@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE Anthony Bolino anthonyb@holyspiritlv.org MAINTENANCE STAFF Giovanni Guarino giovannig@holyspiritlv.org Mark Medina, Jr. MASS SCHEDULE Weekday Masses: 7:30 a.m. Mon Sat; Weekend Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m., Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m. TODAY S READINGS First Reading For what great nation is there that has gods so close to it as the LORD, our God, is to us? (Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8). Psalm The one who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord (Psalm 15). Second Reading Religion that is pure is this: to care for orphans and widows in their affliction (James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27). Gospel This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me (Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. THE HIGHEST LAW From time to time, newspapers and magazines will offer, as an item of filler, various laws that are still on the books but seem silly to us in our day and age. In one California city, it is illegal to have two indoor bathtubs in one house. Clean water, a precious commodity when the law was written, is now readily available, so the law seems silly. But the human value of protecting and preserving precious resources is still around, evident in many conservation laws that seem sensible to us. So it is with the laws of religious tradition. What Jesus scorns today is others attitude toward ritual laws, an attitude that becomes nearly idolatrous when laws are observed for their own sake. Jesus teaches that observation of external ritual laws is of value only when they are emblems of our internal disposition toward the will of God. Our whole lives must follow the one ultimate law of God: to love God completely and to love neighbor entirely. Roman Catholicism is a tradition rich with customs, traditions, and even laws. As we continue to listen to the voice of Christ, we must always look into our own hearts and underneath our ritual practices to make sure that love of God and love of neighbor are what we prize above all. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. (Closed Sundays)

2 SACRAMENTS AT HOLY SPIRIT Baptisms: For children 6 and under: Sign-up for Baptism class is available on our website under the Sacraments tab. All baptisms at Holy Spirit take place during regular weekend liturgies. For children over 7: Contact Anna Forsberg, Director of Children s Faith Formation, for info on a special program for older unbaptized children. 1st Communion: Child must be registered in Religious Education at Holy Spirit. For more information about Children s Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation contact Anna Forsberg, Confirmation: For information about the Confirmation Program contact Louie Latina, , Ext. 106 Adult Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion: Call the parish office ( ). Reconciliation/Confession: Saturdays from 9:00 10:00 a.m. in the Reconciliation Room or call the office ( Ext. 105) to make an appointment for face-to-face with Fr. Bill. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the office ( ) to schedule the reception of this sacrament. Ministers of Care (Hospital, Care Center, Homebound): If you or a loved one are in a facility or homebound and would like a communion visit, call Jeanette Lombardo at or e- mail jeanettelombardo@cox.net. Funerals: To schedule a funeral, please contact the office (702) HLY-SPRT ( ), and Patti Fitzpatrick, our funeral coordinator, will meet with you to plan the services. Marriage: Before you can begin Marriage Prep at Holy Spirit, you (or a parent) must first be registered at least six months in the parish. Couples who meet this requirement may call Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation, at or m.fulkerson64@yahoo.com to start your preparation. If you are new to Holy Spirit, we invite you to register in the parish Page 2 PARISH OFFICES & MEETING SPACES The parish office is located in the Church building. The Youth Ministry and Faith Formation Offices, Spiritual Direction offices, Upper Room and Conference Room are located in the modular on our parish property behind the Church. Food for the Poor Please remember to bring food items for Casa de Luz each weekend. Boxed and canned items are most appreciated: Peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, tuna, cereals (hot and cold), rice, beans,etc. Contact List Volunteer Coordinators RCIA: Deacon Rich Green deaconrich@holyspiritlv.org Weddings: Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation or m.fulkerson64@yahoo.com Social Events: Anna Forsberg (Staff Liaison) Knights of Columbus: Patrick Jordan, Grand Knight, Mike Rinaldi, Faithful Navigator, New Beginnings: Grief: Patti Fitzpatrick, / Susie Cram, Divorce: Barb Fraser & Bob Clark holyspiritdivorceministry@gmail.com Outreach Committee-Community of Salt & Light: Araceli Franco, or mafs01@yahoo.com Roselle Vetere, or daytrippers2@hotmail.com LITURGICAL MINISTRY COORDINATORS Readers: Michelle Healy, or teachmmh@aol.com Eucharistic Ministers: Kayla Falco, Altar Servers: Len Urso, lenurso@me.com Bread Bakers: Karrie Tackett, karrie.tackett@gmail.com Hospitality/Greeters: Jerry Gonzalez, bern113084@aol.com Altar Linens: Dominique Moyer, koldewynfamily@yahoo.com If you are interested in becoming a volunteer in any of the above ministries, please give the coordinator a call. If you are a family member of someone who is seriously ill and you have his/her permission, you may request their name be put on this prayer list.. You may also place your own name on the prayer list: or the names to kathym@holyspiritlv.org Joseph Almeida Mickey & Morgan Areford Patricia Bendorf Norman Black Mary Blakewick Blake Bowlen Bobbie Bubonovich Larry Brady Belinda Buan Virginia Calaguan Leesa Chang Andrea Dacquel Luis Diaz Alojzija Fink Benjamin Franco Adrain Gabbiano Mirid Hansen Joanne Hart Michael & Scott Hart Dee Howard Randy Howell Elizabeth Hutton Cathy Iwai Maria Annette Janrega Ruby Jose Betty & John Kaniaupio Bob Kaufmann Joanne Kires Lamont Klecot, Sr. Karina Lachica Jisoo Lee Edith Lichtenberger Donnabelle Logan Ann Marty Marshal McMahon Marcel Mehle Sharon Nolan John O Connor Frank & Millie O Connor Tim O Donnell Pam Perrella Julia Perroots Raymund Petilia Charlie Potter Marija Poderzaj Jay Rodrigues Donny Romero Rock Ron-Monroy Connie Ryan Bob Scoble Neil Spaulding Bill Vanderheid Pia Veneracion-Casas Victor V. Villafranca Vanessa V. Villafranca Lillian Villanueza Patsy Watkins Geno Wickek Loretta Williams Alain Yñigo Sarah Zoeller

3 THE WEEK AHEAD MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 - LABOR DAY ***PARISH OFFICE CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY*** TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 6:30 PM Baptism Prep WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 5:00 PM Edge Parent Meeting Upper Room 7:00 PM Core Team Upper Room THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 10:00 AM High School Bible Study Upper Room 6:30 PM Generation to Generation Upper Room FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 4:00 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 7:30 AM Mass Fr. Joe Annese 9:30 AM Mass Fr. Joe Annese 11:00 AM Catechist Training 12:30 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese 5:00 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese 6:30 PM Upper Room Do you attend 5:00 p.m. Mass on Sunday? The teams that load up all the donated food each weekend after the 5pm Mass need some help! If you can stay after Mass for a few minutes to help load up the food, it would be a great help to the teams! Thank you! READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, Sept. 2-22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8; Ps 15:2-5; James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27; Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, Monday, Sept. 3-St. Gregory the Great; Labor Day 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; Ps 119:97-102; Lk 4:16-30, or, for Labor Day, any readings from the Mass For the Blessings of Human Labor, nos Tuesday, Sept. 4 1 Corinthians 2:10b-16; Ps 145:8-14; Luke 4:31-37 Wednesday, Sept. 5 1 Corinthians 3:1-9; Ps 33:12-15, 20-21; Luke 4:38-44 Thursday, Sept. 6 1 Corinthians 3:18-23; Ps 24:1bc-4ab, 5-6; Luke 5:1-11 Friday, Sept. 7 - First Friday 1 Corinthians 4:1-5; Ps 37:3-6, 27-28, 39-40; Luke 5:33-39 Saturday, Sept. 8 - The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Micah 5:1-4a or Romans 8:28-30; Ps 13:6; Matthew1:1-16, [18-23] Sunday, Sept. 9-23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 35:4-7a; Ps 146:7-10; James 2:1-5; Mark 7:31-37 PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT Weekend Budgeted Income for 2017/2018: $20, DUE TO THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY, THE COLLECTION FOR THE WEEKEND OF AUGUST 25/26 WILL BE REPORTED IN NEXT WEEKEND S BULLETIN. Thank you for your continued generosity to Holy Spirit! RCIA An Affair of the Heart Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process which prepares persons for reception into the Catholic Church. The process begins with Inquiring about the Catholic Faith. Contact Deacon Rich Green, deaconrich@holyspiritlv.org for information about RCIA Inquiry sessions and events. Page 3 House Blessings Parishioners may request a house blessing by contacting the parish office, You will be contacted by one of our Deacons. New phone, address and/or ? Please let us know! You can call the office, , or drop a note in the collection.

4 First 22nd Sunday of in Advent Ordinary - December Time September 3, , 2018 Cheers! Happy Labor Day weekend! I hope that many of you are able to enjoy this three-day weekend. As for me, I m looking forward to Wednesday, September 5, when 35 of us (mostly parishioners) leave for a two-week trip to Italy. It has been my practice since the mid 1970 s to sponsor a group trip; our group size usually runs in the range of persons. We have travelled all over Europe as well as Israel, Jordan, China, the former Soviet Union, Australia and several cruises in the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera (west coast of Mexico) and to Alaska. Normally, I had a pattern of going every two years -- in the odd-numbered years. Thus, my last big group trip was in 2015 to Israel. After that trip, our fund raising was going very well for the new church and I knew that soon we would actually reach our Capital Campaign goal and begin construction itself; so I skipped 2017 as a group travel year and moved it to this year, We are going to Italy and will spend time in the following places: Venice, Florence, Assisi, Rome and the Amalfi Coast (Sorrento, Capri and Pompeii). It should be a wonderful trip! I might even try to send a photo or two to be put on our website and/or APP. While in Rome, we will be attending the Papal Audience on Wednesday, September 12. Earlier that morning, I will say Mass at the tomb of St. John XXIII (whose relic is in our altar). I will also be saying Masses in many other of the magnificent churches in the cities we are visiting. Be assured that at each Mass I say, all of you, the wonderful parishioners of Holy Spirit will be remembered. And, of course, we will be enjoying the fabulous Italian cuisine for 14 days! I ve said that you cannot have a bad meal in Italy! My passion is pasta: oftentimes, instead of ordering a meat dish, I will order doppia pasta, that is a double portion of the same pasta or two different pastas. Mmmm!! I hope that all the walking we do will burn off some of the calories I m bound to put on! While I m gone, the parish will be in the capable hands of Fr. Joe Annese and Fr. Tom Gross. Fr. Tom will be handling all of the sick calls -- those seeking the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Every once in a while, someone will ask me if I m going to get an associate pastor (technically, called parochial vicar). My answer: with the two best retired priests I could ever hope to find, awesome deacons, a fabulous staff and wonderful volunteers, we re doing just fine. Please keep us in your prayers that our travels be safe, that we all stay healthy, that we enjoy every single minute and finally that we return home in good spirits. Arrivederci! Page 4

5 First 22nd Sunday of in Advent Ordinary - December Time September 3, , 2018 NEW BEGINNINGS A Ministry of Hope, Healing and Consolation For All Losses New Beginnings is a Bereavement Ministry designed to provide support to Christian individuals who have experienced traumatic loss in their lives. The grieving process can cause a sense of feeling disconnected, dismayed and can fill the individual with a sense of hopelessness and despair. New Beginnings offers several services that will gently accompany the bereaved and the parish community in their adjustment to the fact of loss and to the sorrow this entails. HOPE Catholic Funeral Mass Planning and Coordination Our faith reminds us of the sure and certain hope that our loved one who died in Christ will rise with him on the last day. A compassionate and non-judgmental funeral coordinator will guide you in planning a beautiful and meaningful funeral liturgy for your deceased loved one. Contact: Patti Fitzpatrick HEALING Grief Facilitation - Blessed are they who mourn; they shall be consoled (Matthew 5:3) ADULTS: This support group offers trained individuals to help the bereaved understand the process of grief. Individuals examine their feelings during this intense period and look at coping mechanisms to move through the process feeling guided and not alone. Bereaved individuals will receive resources and an opportunity to examine their experiences and share with others in a safe environment led by a facilitator. Contact: Susie Cram CHILDREN: This support group or 1:1 meeting with a compassionate and trained grief facilitator will offer resources and teach coping skills. Contact: Connie Theisen DIVORCE MINISTRY This workshop guided by divorced Christians uses discussion materials from the Divorce Recovery Workbook to offer support for divorced individuals. The focus is a positive psychology approach that helps attendees identify and build upon existing personal strengths to navigate through this difficult time and move toward healing and inner peace. Contact: Barb Fraser or Bob Clark Have you been wondering what ministry you could participate in at Holy Spirit? We have a Social Committee that plans different functions for the Church. We hold meetings once a month or every other month. If you re interested in joining to be a part of the fun, please reach out to Kristal Urso k.castillourso@icloud.com Our next meeting will be September and we will go over our events already planned. Hope to see you in our group! Upcoming Social Events: Adults Only Cocktail Night date still to be decided Trunk or Treat 10/20 Christmas Ornament Painting 12/1 Volunteer Hospitality Ministers needed for all Masses! We need friendly, helpful people to serve as hospitality ministers/ushers for Mass. You can serve during the Mass you regularly attend, if you would like. You can meet with Jerry at any Mass or can contact him at the following: Bern113084@aol.com Page 5

6 PreK 5th Grade Faith Formation & Sacramental Preparation Registration is almost at capacity. Can you volunteer? With approximately 500 children registering for SOAR Faith Formation classes we need teachers, class aides, hall monitors, parking supervisors, set up and tear down help.. Lots of help! If you think you can help, please call or Anna Anna Forsberg Director of Children s Ministry & Faith Formation annaf@holyspiritlv.org Tel: Please inquire with Anna Calling or annaf@holyspiritlv.org to check availability for the class / grades you require for your children. If you have already registered your child please make a note of the following important dates: PreK & Kindergarten Parent Briefing 9/13 6:30-7:30pm Please meet in the Upper Room in the Parish Life Center on Holy Spirit Church Campus 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Regular Faith Formation (and for those children attending as first year of Sacramental preparation) 9/17 6:30-7:30pm meet in Holy Spirit Catholic Church 2nd Year Sacramental Preparation 9/23 11:10am meet in the Lecture Hall 325 BGHS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN BEGIN SEPTEMBER 16TH

7 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time September 2, 2018 THE UPPER ROOM FALL 2018 Life Nights are held Sunday s from 6:30-8:00pm (Unless otherwise noted) and are open to all those in 9 th-12th Grades. SEPTEMBER: Sunday, September 9th: LIFE NIGHT Upper Room Fall Kick-Off Relentless Father 6:30-- 8:00pm Introduction to the Life Teen & Edge Theme Sunday, September 16th: LIFE NIGHT Vital Series Week #1: XLT Revitalize 6:30-- 8:00pm With special guest worship leader Francis Cabildo. Takes place in the Church this night Sunday, September 23rd: LIFE NIGHT Vital Series Week #2: Before Breath: Eternal Origin of the Person of the Holy Spirit Sunday, September 30th: LIFE NIGHT Vital Series Week #3: Life in the Vine: The Gifts & Fruits of the Holy Spirit All high school teens, grades 9-12, are invited to Life Nights CONFIRMATION AT HOLY SPIRIT Registration IS NOW OPEN! Register Online at: or Louie Latina for a registration packet Louie Latina Director of Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 (702) ; (702) LouieL@holyspiritlv.org Facebook Twitter Instagram EDGE Nights: Middle School Youth Ministry Wednesdays 5:00-6:30pm All Edge Sessions Take Place in the Upper Room the Youth Ministry Office for a full registration packet for our Edge Year. You can also download a registration pack on our website. Sacramental Prep also available Wednesday, September 5th: EDGE NIGHT 6th Grade Welcome Night for incoming 6th graders & parents. Wednesday, September 12th: EDGE NIGHT Edge Kick-Off. Relentless Father: Introduction to the Life Teen and Edge theme Page 7

8 Parishioner Discounts for Bishop Gorman High School Every year, we are asked by families to certify them as Active at Holy Spirit so they can receive the parishioner discount at Gorman. In order to qualify as an active family, you must meet the following requirements: Father John Kenny Assembly 3772 Raffle for St. Francis of Assisi Life Giving Waters Fountain Must be formally registered at Holy Spirit Catholic Church Support the parish in at least ONE of the following ways: A) Regular financial support by way of weekly/monthly contributions. (These can only be verified by using checks, parish Contribution envelopes, or e-tithing. OR B) Make a pledge to Building God s House, Our Home OR C) Be active in one of our parish Ministries or Sacramental preparation programs (i.e. reader, music minister, catechist, Eucharistic minister, outreach team, hospitality minister, social committee, etc.) and/or Confirmation & Upper Room. Diminsions 16 W x 14 D x 39 H 42 lbs Tickets Sales to be Announced Drawing September 30, 2018 Page 8

9 Holy Spirit New Beginnings Ministry Announces Joyful Again! For Widows & Widowers who want to find joy in living again! Join us for a weekend especially designed to help you recognize new direction for your life while still treasuring memories of your loved one. OVERVIEW Joyful Again! is a unique peer ministry based program designed to help widowed persons move, with God s help, through bereavement toward spiritual and emotional wholeness. Although the retreat is Catholic based, persons of any religious affiliation are welcome to attend. WHAT TO EXPECT Joyful Again! includes video presentations, time for reflection, small group sharing, journaling and prayer services. IS THIS WHAT I NEED? Joyful Again! is for you, if you have Been to support groups, but are still asking, Does it ever get better? Been unable to move on to build a new life for yourself Been unable to resolve guilt issues. At Joyful Again! you will Celebrate your loved one s life Reflect on the impact your spouse s death has made on your own life Share your story with trained facilitators who also have been widowed. WHERE AND WHEN? Joyful Again! is being held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Saturday and Sunday October 20 th and 21 st, TIMES Saturday Sunday COST 8:45 am 7:30 pm 8:45 am 4:00 pm $100 includes meals and all program materials QUESTIONS Contact Susie Cram or Patti Fitzpatrick at or holyspiritgrief@gmail.com NAME DATE OF BIRTH STREET ADDRESS STATE ZIP CODE PHONE CHURCH/PARISH SPOUSE S NAME DATE OF DEATH YEARS OF MARRIAGE Tear off at dotted line and send completed form along with check payable to Holy Spirit to: Holy Spirit Catholic Church, C/O New Beginnings Ministry, 5830 Mesa Park Drive, Las Vegas, NV Page 9

10 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat BK = Fr. Bill TG = Fr. Tom JA = Fr. Joe SEPTEMBER :30 BK 4:00 BK 2 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 3 7:30 TG LABOR DAY OFFICE CLOSED 4 7:30 BK Grief Support 6pm Baptism Prep Class 6:30pm 5 7:30 TG Edge Parent Mtg. 5pm Core Team 7pm 6 7:30 TG High School Bible Study 3pm Generation to Generation 6:30pm K of C Council 6:30pm 7 7:30 JA 8 7:30 TG 4:00 JA 9 7:30 JA 9:30 JA 11:00 Catechist Training 12:30 JA 5:00 JA 6:30 Upper Room 10 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm 11 7:30 JA 12 7:30 TG Prayer Shawl Ministry Edge Fall Kick- Off 5pm 13 7:30 TG High School Bible Study 3pm Grief Share 6pm SOAR PreK & Kinder Parent Briefing 6:30pm 14 7:30 JA 15 7:30 TG 4:00 JA 16 7:30 JA 9:30 JA 11:00 SOAR 12:30 JA 5:00 JA 6:30 Life Night 17 7:30 TG SOAR 1st-5th Parent briefing 6:30pm Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm 18 7:30 JA Grief Support 6pm 19 7:30 TG Edge 5pm 20 7:30 BK High School Bible Study 3pm 21 7:30 BK 22 7:30 BK Retreat Planning 8am KofC 1:30pm 4:00 BK K of C 6pm 23 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 11:00 SOAR 11:10 Soar Sacramental Prep Parent Briefing 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 6:30 Life Night 24 7:30 TG Outreach Team 6pm Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm 25 7:30 BK Liturgy Team 6pm 26 7:30 BK Prayer Shawl Ministry Edge 5pm 27 7:30 BK High School Bible Study 3pm Grief Share 6pm K of C Officers 7pm 28 7:30 BK 29 7:30 BK Baptism Prep 9am Wedding 1pm 4:00 JA 30 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 11:00 SOAR 12:30 BK 5:00 JA 6:30 Life Night Page 10