St. Catherine of siena catholic church

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1 St. Catherine of siena catholic church March 25, 2018 Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love! Established in 1921 Pray for Fr. Ronnie! 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA 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 Wednesday & 6:00 pm (Lent) Saturday (Vigil) 4:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am *(Childcare Available) 11:00 am *(Childcare Available) 5:30 pm * Childcare/Nursery is located in the Melancon Center. Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday 9:30 10:00 am Wednesday 9:30 10:00 am 5:00 6:30 pm (Lent) Friday 9:30 10:00 am Saturday 3:00 3:50 pm Or By Appointment Devotions Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel) Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena (Tuesdays 9:30am in Church) Rosary (Monday Friday 8:15 am in Church) Stations of the Cross (Good Friday noon and 6 pm in Church) Divine Mercy Novena (March 30-April 7) St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School 400 Codifer Blvd. Metairie, LA 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, March 24 4:00 pm Tom Benson Imogene S. Berthelot Fr. Ronnie Calkins Toni Causin Adam Dicks Kevin Heigle Tony Krummel Fr. Nick Pericone Donna Quick Vera Ragus Harold Steppe Kurt & Wally Strobach My-Ngoc Tran Ashleigh Ward Sunday, March 25 7:00 am Parish Family George Viator 11:00 am Tom Benson Imogene Berthelot Fr. Ronnie Calkins Toni Causin Allison Clare Patrick Kelly Tony Krummel Rebecca Elizabeth Bryant Loch David Michael Fr. Nick Pericone Randy Perrone Shirley Saladino Khanh Tran Tu Tran Arnold Valerio 5:30 pm Vera Ragus Monday, March 26 My-Ngoc Tran 6:00 pm Jeanne Groesbeck Tuesday, March 27 Vera Ragus 6:00 pm Toni Causin Wednesday, March 28 Frank Anthony 6:00 pm Vonceil Stringer Thursday, March 29 7:00 pm Herbert Simpson Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Today s Readings First Reading: In spite of my sufferings I am not disgraced. I am not put to shame (Isaiah 50). Psalm: My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? (Psalm 22). Second Reading: Christ emptied himself, and God filled this emptiness with exaltation (Philippians 2). Gospel: The account of Christ s passion according to Mark (Mark 14-15). Readings for the Week Monday: Is 42:1-7; Ps 27:1-3, 13-14; Jn 12:1-11 Tuesday: Is 49:1-6; Ps 71:1-6, 15, 17; Jn 13:21-33, Wednesday: Is 50:4-9a; Ps 69:8-10, 21-22, 31, 33-34; Mt 26:14-25 Thursday: Chrism Mass: Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9; Ps 89:21-22, 25, 27; Rv 1:5-8; Lk 4:16-21 Lord s Supper: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Ps 116:12-13, 15-16bc, 17-18; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn 13:1-15 Friday: Is 52:13 53:12; Ps 31:2, 6, 12-13, 15-17, 25; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; Jn 18:1 19:42 Saturday: a) Gn 1:1 2:2; Ps 104:1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 13-14, 24, 35; or Ps 33:4-7, 12-13, b) Gn 22:1-18; Ps 16: 5, 8-11 c) Ex 14:15 15:1; Ex 15:1-6, d) Is 54:5-14; Ps 30:2, 4-6, e) Is 55:1-11; Is 12:2-6 f) Bar 3:9-15, 32 4:4; Ps 19:8-11 g) Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; Ps 42:3, 5 h) Rom 6:3-11 i) Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23; Mk 16:1-7 Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23; Col 3:1-4; Jn 20:1-9 Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Scripture Reflection Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Monday of Holy Week Tuesday of Holy Week Wednesday of Holy Week Holy Thursday; The Sacred Paschal Triduum Friday of the Passion of the Lord / Good Friday Day of Fast and Abstinence The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night / Holy Saturday The contrast between the processional reading in today s liturgy and the proclamation of the Passion is striking. We are given a glimpse of how profoundly the word of God is fulfilled in Jesus. First he must be hailed as the Messiah, the One who is to come. He must be acknowledged by all, though they do not know what they are saying. They think he is the promised king, a worldly king of the Jews who will free them from the Roman occupation. They do not yet understand, even the disciples, exactly where this triumphal procession is leading. In our lives, we too do not know where we are going. It is in faith that we can follow Christ wherever he may lead us, trusting that death is not the end, nor evil the victor. 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 Candles will burn for the Healing of Fr. Ronnie Calkins The Chapel of the Holy Innocents Candles will burn In Memory of Fr. Nick Pericone The Divine Mercy Candles will burn 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 Brian and Angele Helmstetter, St. Catherine of Siena s newest parishioners. We look forward to their involvement in parish life! Rosary for Fr. Ronnie: March 26 On Monday, March 26, the rosary prayed for Fr. Ronnie s healing will be at 5:30 pm. Please note the time change due to the 6 pm daily Mass during Lent. Safe Sitter Class Registration Deadline: March 26 A Safe Sitter Babysitting Class will be held on Monday, April 2, 9 am- 4:30 pm, in the Barrett Complex. Parents are asked to register their young people at by Monday, March 26. Good Friday Fasting and Abstinence: March 30 Good Friday is an obligatory day of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. The norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal. Two smaller meals also may be taken, but not to equal a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are obligatory from age 14 onward. Adoration Chapel Schedule: March 29-April 2 The Adoration Chapel will close for the Easter Triduum and Holiday, on Holy Thursday, March 29, at 10 am. The chapel will reopen in a procession after the 7 pm Mass of the Lord s Supper, then close at midnight for the remainder of the Triduum. The chapel will reopen on Easter Monday, April 2, at 10 am. The Blessed Sacrament will be reposed in the chapel and will be accessible via the keypad for those wishing to adore privately during this time. Please prayerfully consider becoming a committed adorer in our chapel, especially during the times when we have no adorer. You can share the hour with a friend or family member so that it would only be twice a month! Please contact Mary Jeandron at or Maryms777@aol.com for more information or to sign up. Pontifical Good Friday Collection: March 30 Pope Francis has asked our parish to support the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. Your support helps the church minister in parishes, provide Catholic schools and offer religious education. The Pontifical Good Friday Collection also helps to preserve the sacred shrines. The wars, unrest, and instability have been especially hard on Christians. In these times of crisis, the Pontifical Good Friday Collection provides humanitarian aid to refugees. When you contribute to the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, you become an instrument of peace and join with Catholics around the world in solidarity with the Church in the Holy Land. Please be generous! For more information about Christians in the Holy Land, visit Divine Mercy Novena: March 30 A Divine Mercy Novena will be prayed beginning on Good Friday, March 30, 9 am, in the Reconciliation alcove in the church. Gathering times for the remaining eight days of the novena are as follows: Saturday, March 31, 9 am; Easter Sunday, April 1, 10:15 am (after the 9 am Mass); Monday-Friday, April 2-6, ; and Saturday, April 7, 9 am. Parish Office Schedule: March 30, April 2 The Parish Office will be closed on Good Friday, March 30, and Easter Monday, April 2. March 17-18, 2018 General Collection $20, Weekly Electronic Giving $6, Poor Box $ Total Collection $26, 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. Holy Week Schedule Palm Sunday: March Normal Weekend Schedule Monday-Wednesday: March Daily Mass Daily Mass Holy Thursday: March 29 Mass of the Lord s Supper Note: NO 9 am Daily Mass Good Friday: March 30 Nine Churches Walk Divine Mercy Novena Stations of the Cross Sacrament of Reconciliation Available The Passion of the Lord Stations of the Cross Note: NO 9 am Daily Mass Holy Saturday: March 31 Divine Mercy Novena Sacrament of Reconciliation Available The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night Note: NO 4:00 pm Vigil Mass Easter Sunday: April 1 Easter Sunday Mass Easter Sunday Mass (Church) Easter Sunday Mass (Barrett Complex) Divine Mercy Novena (after 9 am Mass) Easter Sunday Mass (Church) Easter Sunday Mass (Barrett Complex) Note: NO 5:30 pm Mass Good Friday Nine Churches Walk: March 30 Many Catholics make a special devotion on Good Friday by walking to nine churches to pray and reflect on the passion and death of Jesus. Fr. Tim will be leading SCS parishioners on a Nine Churches Walk on Good Friday, March 30. We will pray the stations of the cross as we walk among nine Uptown churches. If you would like to participate, meet at 8 am at St. Stephen Church, 1025 Napoleon Ave. We will take the streetcar back to St. Stephen so please bring money for the streetcar. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring water with you. If you have any questions, contact Fr. Tim. Why are the Statues Covered in Church? You will notice that starting this weekend, the statues in our church have been covered in purple cloth. As we get closer to Holy Week, it is an ancient tradition to cover statues to focus our attention on the mysteries being celebrated on the altar and in the scriptures. We begin to really focus on those last dark hours of Jesus life when he was being overshadowed and death was imminent. The statues will be unveiled on Holy Saturday. This is the moment at which the fast of Lent ends and the glory of Easter begins. This unveiling shows us that Christ s death and resurrection is his and our victory. SCS School Positions for :00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 am Noon 2:00 pm 3:00 pm 6:00 pm 3:00 pm 8:00 pm 7:00 am 10:15 am 11:00 am 11:00 am St. Catherine of Siena School has elementary and middle school openings for the academic year. For more information about these opportunities, visit 3

4 Weekly Calendar: March Saturday, March 24 Sunday, March 25 Monday, March 26 Tuesday, March 27 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C) 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 7:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 8:30 am Childcare (MC) Sunday Mass (C) RCIA (CR) 10:00 am PSR (S) 11:00 am Sunday Mass / Children s Church (C) 5:00 pm Men s Club Basketball (G) 5:30 pm Sunday Mass (C) PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD S PASSION Daily Mass (C) Reconciliation (C) 5:30 pm Rosary for Fr. Ronnie (C) 6:00 pm Daily Mass (C) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 6:30 pm LTMTP (MC) 6:30 pm Men s Evening of Spirituality (C) 6:30 pm SCSWC Stuffing of Easter Candy Bags & Lunch Bags (CR) Daily Mass (C) 9:45 am LTMTP (MC) 5:30 pm Legion of Mary (MC) 6:00 pm Daily Mass (C) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 6:30 pm Alpha (MC) 7:30 pm Men s Club Board (CAF) Wednesday, March 28 Holy Thursday, March 29 Good Friday, March 30 Holy Saturday, March 31 6:30 am Men of St. Joseph (MC) Daily Mass (C) Reconciliation (C) 10:30 am Bible Study (MC) 2:30 pm Living Stations of the Cross (G) 5:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 6:00 pm Daily Mass (C) 6:00 pm SCS Ladies Volleyball (G) 7:00 pm Pastoral Council (CR) Bible Study (MC) 10:00 am SVdP Food Distribution (MC) 6:00 pm LTMTP (MC) 6:00 pm Men s Club Basketball (G) 6:45 pm Bible Study (MC) 7:00 pm Mass of the Lord s Supper (C) EASTER HOLIDAYS: NO SCHOOL 8:00 am Nine Churches Walk (OC) Divine Mercy Novena (C) 12:00 pm Stations of the Cross (C) 2:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 3:00 pm The Passion of Our Lord (C) 6:00 pm Stations of the Cross (C) PONTIFICAL COLLECTION FOR THE HOLY LAND EASTER HOLIDAYS: NO SCHOOL Divine Mercy Novena (C) 10:00 am Troop 230 (CAF) 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 8:00 pm The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night (C) 10:00 pm RCIA Reception (MC) PARISH OFFICE CLOSED The Easter Triduum 4

5 Two-Minute Testimony: Bob Johnston I am Bob Johnston, a member of the congregation of St. Catherine of Siena parish. If a little over two years ago I had been asked if I were a member of a church, I would have said no. Church was not a part of my life. In order to understand how I got to St. Catherine it is important to let you know about my background. I was raised Catholic. My mother was a devout Catholic with a strong, simple faith. My father was Methodist, but did not go to church. I went to a Catholic elementary school through sixth grade. The God the nuns taught us about, I came to believe, was very stern and I remember that He probably frowned a lot. I never remember thinking that He was a loving God. After high school I was accepted to Notre Dame, and received a fine education but did not have an improvement in my spirituality. I subsequently graduated from Tulane Law School, married, had three children, had a successful legal career and retired last year after 51 years. During that time I had two successful law firms. I have a wonderful marriage and my children have provided me with six outstanding grandchildren who give us great joy. As the old saying states: my cup runneth over. Except for religion. I was an agnostic during my 20s, and was an atheist thereafter. Sometime in my early 30s I stopped going to church, and that lasted for over 40 years until late October In the early fall of that year I was diagnosed with heart problems, and a cardi- ologist told me I was headed in the direction of heart failure. I had exercised all my adult life, running a half hour five days in an average week. To be told what the doctor said was devastating. I went into a real depression, and my days were dominated by pessimism and fear. I believed I was headed toward death until a day in October that changed my life. I was driving to my office on Poydras Street and had gone over the Carrollton Avenue overpass on the service road from Metairie, and as I began merging into the right lane of the Expressway I heard a strong, clear voice in my right ear say five words: It will be all right. My mind had been focused on negative, bleak thoughts, and suddenly the most extraordinary thing had happened to me. I started to pull over to the side of the road, but then kept going, absolutely shocked at what had just happened. God had talked to me! It changed my life in that moment. I kept asking myself, why would God do that to me? I didn t deserve for that to happen. I had not believed in Him, and could not understand why someone such as I would have had the most extraordinary communication from God. It then slowly came to me with clarity why it had happened. God loved me, but I hadn t been able to see Him. God s love led me to go to church and to go to confession to Fr. Ronnie Calkins. I spent a half hour with him after calling him and telling him I had been away from the Church for over 40 years. At the end of my confession we shook hands, and I smiled and asked him: Am I back in? He laughed and told me that I was. So that s my story. Of course what God had told me turned out to be right. Later medical tests showed no progression of my heart condition. I continue to feel well, exercise regularly, and have been told I am not looking at heart failure in the foreseeable future. I regularly attend Mass at St. Catherine s and my conversion has resulted in my being able to have gratitude and appreciate the many blessings I have received in my life. I also have a feeling of a measure of peace that I never had before. I have been so blessed by what God has done for me. How to Participate in Holy Week Palm Sunday March The Blessing and Distribution of Palms will take place outside the front of church at the 4:00 pm Vigil Mass on March 24 and at the 7:00 am,, and 5:30 pm Masses on March 25. After the palms are blessed, Father will lead the procession into church. At the 11:00 am Mass on March 25, the Blessing of the Palms will take place outside of the Barrett Complex, with a formal procession into the church. All parishioners and those visiting St. Catherine of Siena are invited to gather outside for the blessing of palms. You are invited to keep your blessed palm and prominently display it in your house as a reminder of the Lord s Passion. Holy Thursday March 29 The Mass of the Lord s Supper will take place on Thursday, March 29, at 7:00 pm in the church. During this Mass, the Washing of the Feet will take place and there will be a Eucharistic procession. NOTE: There will be NO Mass on March 29. Good Friday March 30 Good Friday is the most solemn day of the Church year. It is the day we remember Jesus passion and death on the cross to free us from sin. As Catholics we make every effort to keep Good Friday a solemn holy day in the home as well. Here are some ways to give Good Friday the honor and respect that it deserves: Keep activities to a minimum. Good Friday is not a day for celebrations. Save parties, Easter Egg hunts, and crawfish boils for another day. Fast and abstinence: Good Friday is a day of fasting (one regular meal and two smaller meals that don t add up to a regular meal), which the Church requires of all who are 18 years and older, and abstinence. Younger children can be encouraged to skip snacks in between meals. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are obligatory from age 14 onward. Practice a family penance together. For example, turn off the television for the day. Read the story of the passion together as a family or pray a family rosary. Find a book, audio, or family movie with a Lenten theme on Formed.org. If you haven t registered yet, sign up with your address and our parish password: YJRRTG. And most important, attend the parish Stations of the Cross at noon or 6:00 pm and The Passion of the Lord at 3:00 pm. Holy Saturday March 31 Our Easter Vigil Mass will take place on Saturday, March 31 at 8 pm. At this Mass, we will welcome 11 people into the Catholic Church. Easter Sunday April 1 Easter Sunday Masses will be celebrated at 7:00 am, (Church and Barrett Complex), and 11:00 am (Church and Barrett Complex). NOTE: There will be NO 5:30 pm Mass. 5

6 Parish News Fellowship Sunday / Easter Egg Hunt: April 1 Please come to Fellowship Sunday on Easter Sunday, April 1, after the 9 am Mass. Coffee and doughnuts will be served, and there will be an Easter Egg Hunt Parish Calendar Requests Due: April 3 All ministry heads should have received an requesting your calendar date requests for You are requested to get these in on or before April 3, 2018, to allow all to be entered on the parish calendar prior to our staff calendar planning meeting. All should be sent to dromagosa@stcatherineparish.com. If you have questions, please call Debbie at Thank you in advance for your prompt response! Milestone Anniversary Celebration: June 23 Are you celebrating a Milestone Anniversary (5 years, 10 years, 15 years, etc.) during 2018? If so, come celebrate with us on Saturday, June 23, with a Renewal of Vows at the 4 pm Vigil Mass, followed by a minireception in the Barrett Complex for you and your family. To register or for any questions, contact Debbie Romagosa at or dromagosa@stcatherineparish.com, or Nicole Allen at nstaranto@aol.com or Online Signup for 2018 Vacation Bible School Registration for K4J Vacation Bible School, June 4-8, is now open! Aftercare will be available for grades K-5 for an additional charge. Please feel free to contact Tram Jacobs at vujacobs@cox.net or if you have any questions. Go to click on K4J Vacation Bible School under the Faith Formation tab. Resources for Those Struggling with Pornography The Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops Family Life Committee has compiled resources for those affected by pornography. Visit for information about some of the lesser-known dynamics and recent developments. Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love Wristbands Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love wristbands are available in the narthex of the church, in response to the requests of many parishioners who needed replacements. Please Help Keep Us Up to Date Have you moved lately? Changed telephone numbers or discontinued using your land line in favor of cell phones only? Please call the parish office, , Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, and provide your current information. We want to be sure that communications from St. Catherine of Siena reach you. SCS Summer Camp Registration Summer camp registrations can be turned in to the SCS parish office until Friday, May 11. Registration is limited to 250 campers, and priority will be given to campers who sign up for full sessions. Single week registration will be accepted starting April 1. Visit for more information. Prayerful and Welcoming Parishioners Please consider how one might express being Centered on Christ and Ablaze with Love as opportunities to practice the virtue of hospitality present themselves during Holy Week and Easter. For example, why not park a little ways away and then walk, if you are able, so that closer spots are available for others? If you plan to attend the 9 am or 11 am Mass on Easter Sunday, consider Mass in the Barrett Complex rather than the church. Those not customarily worshipping here will have the opportunity to experience the beauty of the church and feel most included. Consider moving to the center of the pew or row of chairs to facilitate others entry; this also makes the ushers job easier. Kindly inquire, May I help you? if someone appears to be looking for something or experiencing difficulty. These seemingly small acts of thoughtfulness can be profoundly impactful, particularly when extended toward guests, those who may be searching for a welcoming community, or any who have felt distanced from the church for whatever reason. Divine Mercy Novena at St. Catherine of Siena Divine Mercy Sunday will be celebrated on Sunday, April 8. In preparation for Divine Mercy Sunday, the Divine Mercy Novena will be prayed at St. Catherine of Siena each day, at the following times: March 30 Good Friday March 31 Holy Saturday April 1 Easter Sunday 10:15 am April 2 April 3 April 4 April 5 April 6 April 7 The Novena will be prayed in the church, in the Reconciliation alcove. If you are unable to pray the novena in church at these times, please consider taking a pamphlet and participating from home. Parish Snapshots From left: SCS students assist in providing Lantern Light ministry members with a hot lunch; for the past three years, more than 50 St. Catherine parishioners have contributed their time and talent to support the Lantern light morning snack and lunch programs. As a result of the parish s support last year, Lantern Light was able to feed almost 5,800 people during morning snack time and more than 4,600 individuals during lunch; Women s Club representatives receiving a thank you card from Boys Town for the Women s Club s help in supplying meals to the boys in residence there; Hellmers family members burning blessed palms from Palm Sunday 2017 for use on Ash Wednesday this year 6

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8 Archdiocesan News CRS Journey to the United States: March This week s Catholic Relief Services (CRS) journey focuses on efforts in our own country. From gang intervention in Chicago, to centers for migrants in Louisville, to community gardens in Honolulu, 25 percent of CRS Rice Bowl gifts support projects in the local community. Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more, or contact the Archdiocese to find out projects that CRS Rice Bowl supports in your community. Substance Addiction Ministry SAM: March 26 A parish-based ministry whose mission is to offer a safe, confidential place for those who are afflicted with or affected by alcohol or drug addiction to find help, healing, and hope will meet on Monday, March 26, 7 pm, at St. Angela Merici Catholic Church. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, and individuals of all faiths are welcome. The Substance Addiction Ministry SAM will meet in the Conference Room on Melody Drive, right off the parking lot and across from Mary s garden. Swinging Fore Champions Golf Tourney: April 5 The Catholic Foundation will host its first Swinging Fore Champions Golf Tournament benefitting the Champions of Catholic Education Fund on Thursday, April 5, at Bayou Oaks at City Park s South Golf Course. The morning will begin with a sunrise service Mass at 7 am and a shotgun start to the tournament at 8:15 am. All proceeds will benefit the Champions of Catholic Education Fund, which provides need-based scholarship assistance to students attending Archdiocese of New Orleans schools. Please contact J.T. Hannan at jthannan@arch-no.org or with any questions. Young Women s Retreat: April 6-8 A retreat designed for women from their early 20s to early 40s is scheduled for Friday, April 6, through Sunday, April 8, at the New Orleans Archdiocese Retreat Center, 5500 St. Mary Street, Metairie. In God s Image, as the weekend is titled, will focus retreatants on God s imprint on our souls and how we reflect that image. The cost is $225 (some financial assistance is available). Early registration is encouraged as the number of participants will be limited to a small group. For more information and/or to register, visit Beginning Experience Weekend: April 6-8 Are you suffering the loss of a spouse through death or separation and/or divorce? Is a relative or friend struggling in this way? A wonderful healing opportunity is being prepared for the weekend of April 6-8 at Rosaryville Spirit Life Center in Ponchatoula. Those who have attended a Beginning Experience weekend attest to the new hope they have received and the powerful safe and loving environment they have encountered during the weekend. Under the sponsorship of the Archdiocese of New Orleans Office of Marriage and Family Life, this international program has helped thousands navigate the road through grief. For more information, call Jeani at or Genevieve at Healing with Jesus Parables: April 6-8 A retreat dealing with the dynamics and healing of anger, fear, guilt, and shame, so that they become drives for new life, is scheduled for Friday-Sunday, April 6-8, at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center, 5500 St. Mary Street, Metairie. Presenter Fr. Matthew Linn, SJ, has focused on integrating physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. He is a member of the Association of Christian Therapists and has advanced graduate degrees in sociology, anthropology, spirituality, and theology, and has given courses and retreats in over 60 countries. Call for more information. Time of Reflection for Married Couples: April 7 An afternoon of reflection to explore the ways a married couple can grow in unity with God and one another through sharing an open and honest time of prayer as a couple will be held on Saturday, April 7, 1:30-4 pm, at St. Charles Borromeo, River Road, Destrehan. There will be quiet time for couples to practice various methods of prayer to see what fits their own personal relationship. Couples are encouraged to go out for a romantic dinner and date night afterward. The cost is $35 (adjustments can be made). Register by visiting asc.arch-no.org, ing Archspirctr@arch-no.org, or calling Young Adult Encounter Retreat: April Young adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to take part in the upcoming ENCOUNTER retreat, Friday and Saturday, April 13-14, at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center, 5500 St. Mary Street, Metairie. Guest speakers will include Timmy McCaffery, Adam Fuselier, Rita West, Sr. Benedicta Turner, and Fr. Jacob DuMont. For more information and to register, visit Morning of Reflection for Lay Liturgical Ministers: April 14 Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, readers, hospitality ministers, and music ministers and choir members are invited to attend a Morning of Reflection for Lay Liturgical Ministers, Saturday, April 14, 9 am-noon, at St. Rita Church, 7100 Jefferson Highway, Harahan. The day will feature Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction, a keynote address by Bishop Fernand Cheri, breakout sessions, and time for private prayer. Participants may register by contacting the Office of Worship by calling , ing worship@arch-no.org, or visiting nolacatholic.org/morning-of-reflection-for-lay-liturgical-ministers Monk Run: April 14 Monk Run, the annual one-mile / 5k trail run and walk, will take place on Saturday, April 14, at Saint Joseph Abbey in Covington. Handmade awards from the Abbey monks will be given in several categories and age groups. A post-race picnic for all participants will include jambalaya, burgers, and hot dogs. Beverages will be provided by race sponsor Abita Brewing Company. Visit for more information, including registration and schedule. A Family That Prays Retreat: April A powerful weekend designed to enrich marriages, faith, and family, will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 14-15, at Saint Joseph Abbey in Covington. Spouses will grow closer in their sacrament, children will explore a deeper encounter with God, and families will be strengthened in their love for each other. Space is limited. To register or for more information go to FaithandMarriage.org or call Jason Angelette at The suggested donation for a family of three is $325; $75 for each additional child. 8

9 Parish Contacts Parish Staff Rev. Ronald Calkins, Pastor ext Rev. Timothy Hedrick, Parochial Vicar ext Deacon Mike Coney ext Deacon Paul Hauck ext Deacon Don Richard, ext Denise Allain, Financial Manager ext Michelle Alley, Director of Religious Education ext Charmaine Barberito, Financial Assistant ext Mary Bielski, Director of Youth Ministry ext Stephanie Dureau, Director of Music Ministry Mary Johnson, Receptionist / Bulletin Editor info@stcatherineparish.com, ext Kimberlie Kilroy, Principal kkilroy@scsgators.org, Joni Parent Maurer, Director of Evangelization joni@stcatherineparish.com, ext Kim Piraro, Rectory & Church Office Coordinator Ext Miranda Powell, Office Assistant miranda@stcatherineparish.com, ext Debbie Romagosa, Administrative Assistant dromagosa@stcatherineparish.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 is celebrated for 11th and 12th graders in January. Classes begin in August. 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@stcatherineparish.com Bible Study Carol Rooney carolbrooney@aol.com Bereavement Ministry Becky Steppe rks45@cox.net Boy Scouts Bryan Roser bryanroser@cox.net Childcare / Nursery Madylin Schneller mschneller@scsgators.org Children s Liturgy Lucy Karam lkaram@iberiabank.com Confirmation (Teen) Michelle Alley malley@stcatherineparish.com Confirmation (Adult) Jennifer Collins jenniferbabincollins@gmail.com Joni Parent joni@stcatherineparish.com Cub Scouts Gerard Boineau gboineau@windsorcourthotel.com Yvette Lionnet ylionnet77@gmail.com CYO Mary Bielski Mary.bielski@gmail.com Eucharistic Ministers Norman Romagosa njromagosa@hotmail.com Fair Nicole Surcouf 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 Home Bound 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 Missie Warwick Mwarwick1@aol.com Men of St. Joseph Harry Hardin harry.hardin@hancockwhitney.com Don Engler englerdon@hotmail.com Men s Club Rett Pourciau rettpourciau@gmail.com Music Ministry Stephanie Dureau sdureau@bellsouth.net Parish School of Religion Michelle Alley malley@stcatherineparish.com Pastoral Council Les Nettleton lesn@bellsouth.net Prayer Line Carl Hellmers Yvonne Hellmers chellmers@yahoo.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 Charlene Sutherlin Jennifer Duran charlenel@weisersecurity.com jennduran93@gmail.com St. Vincent de Paul Karen Haydel svdp@stcatherineparish.com Ushers Georges Legrand glegrand@mblb.com Vocation Committee Leslie Baudry leslie@baudrytherapy.com Rich Baudry rich@baudrytherapy.com Venturing Bryan Roser bryanroser@cox.net Wedding Coordinator Jeanie Favret favretc0@aol.com Women s Club Stephanie Hellmers Hellm3@aol.com Youthful Elders Brenda Smith nanniebcs@gmail.com Young Catholic Professionals Alan Elmer alanelmer1@gmail.com 9