THE NATIVITY OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST - JUNE 24, 2018

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1 OUR FUTURE CHURCH VIEW FROM MESA PARK & RUSSELL Volume XI Issue Mesa Park Drive Las Vegas, NV (702) HLY-SPRT (702) FAX (702) THE NATIVITY OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST - JUNE 24, 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 DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Debbie Hasterok debbieh@holyspiritlv.org ASSISTANT 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 DIRECTOR Ivan Diaz DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE Anthony Bolino Giovanni Guarini Maintenance Staff Austen Schaffer Maintenance Staff MASS SCHEDULE Weekday Masses: 7:30 AM Mon Sat; Weekend Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m., Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 12:30 PM, 5:00 p.m. TODAY S READINGS First Reading I will make you a light to the nations (Isaiah 49:1-6). Psalm I praise you for I am wonderfully made (Psalm 139). Second Reading John heralded his coming by proclaiming a baptism of repentance (Acts 13:22-26). Gospel John is his name (Luke 1:57-66, 80). 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. OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 pm. Saturday 8:00 am-12:00 noon. (Closed Sundays) JOHN THE BAPTIST Since June 24 falls on a Sunday this year, the Church has the opportunity for a more intense celebration of the birth of John the Baptist, who is often described as the last of the Old Testament prophets and the bridge between Judaism and Christianity. More commonly, John is known as the precursor of our Lord Jesus Christ. All the Gospels report John s basic message: Repent, the kingdom is near at hand. One greater than I is coming. Though he was a wandering preacher who dressed in camel skins and ate grasshoppers, John s legacy is one of true royalty. His origins are similar to those foretold by God through the prophet Isaiah: You are my servant, he said to me, Israel through whom I show my glory (Isaiah 49:3). John s humility I am not he was surpassed only by that of his Lord Jesus, the humble servant who followed. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

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, , Ext 112. Confirmation: For information about the Confirmation Program contact Louie Latina, , Ext. 106 Adult Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion: Call the parish office ( ). Reconciliation/Confession: Call the office ( Ext. 105) to make an appointment 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 and worship with us as you await entrance into Marriage Prep. PARISH OFFICE & MEETING SPACES The parish office is located in the Church building. The Upper Room and Conference Room are located in the modular on our parish property at 5830 Mesa Park Drive, 89135, between our new church & BGHS. Directions: Drive west on Russell past Hualapai, and at the second circle (Mesa Park Drive) go left and make a u-turn to get back to the entrance of our property and go to the back to get to our modular. 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. Page 2 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: Mike Rinaldi, Grand Knight, 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 Norman Black Larry Brady Belinda Buan Ramon Burgos Diane Campis Leesa Chang Dan Chasse Andrea Dacquel Tony & Lilian Daiz Peggy Deboise Luis Diaz Julie Fewer Benjamin Franco Joanne Hart Dee Howard Randy Howell Elizabeth Hutton Cathy Iwai Maria Annette Janrega George Jones Ruby Jose Betty & John Kaniaupio Bob Kaufmann Joanne Kires Karina Lachica Jisoo Lee Edith Lichtenberger Donnabelle Logan Koreti Logan Ann Marty Rachelle (Rae) Muniga Sharon Nolan John O Connor Millie O Connor Tim O Donnell Pam Perrella Julia Perroots Charlie Potter Jay Rodrigues Donny Romero Rock Ron-Monroy Connie Ryan Susan Sexton Neil Spaulding Manuel C. Taguinod Bill Vanderheid Lillian Villanueza Shelly Watson Geno Wickek Loretta Williams Alain Yñigo Sarah Zoeller

3 THE WEEK AHEAD MONDAY, JUNE 25 6:00 PM Divorce Ministry PLC Outreach Team PLC 6:30 PM Catholic Inquiry Office PLC TUESDAY, JUNE 26 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27 10:00 AM Prayer Shawl Ministry Upper Room THURSDAY, JUNE 28 10:00 AM Study Upper Room 2:30 PM Study Upper Room 7:00 PM K of C Officers Upper Room FRIDAY, JUNE 29 SATURDAY, JUNE 30 4:00 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny SUNDAY, JULY 1 7:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 9:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 12:30 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 5:00 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 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! 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. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, June 24-12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Vigil: Jeremiah 1:4-10; Ps 71:1-6ab, 15ab, 17; 1 Peter 1:8-12; Luke 1:5-17 Day: Isaiah49:1-6; Ps 139:1-3, 13-15; Acts 13:22-26; Luke 1:57-66, 80 Monday, June 25 2 Kings 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18; Ps 60:3-5, 12-13; Matthew 7:1-5 Tuesday, June 26 2 Kings 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36; Ps 48:2-4, 10-11; Matthew 7:6, Wednesday, June 27 - St. Cyril of Alexandria 2 Kings 22:8-13; 23:1-3; Ps 119:33-37, 40; Matthew 7:15-20 Thursday, June 28 - St. Irenaeus 2 Kings 24:8-17; Ps 79:1b-5, 8, 9; Matthew7:21-29 Friday, June 29 - Ss. Peter and Paul Vigil: Acts 3:1-10; Ps 19:2-5; Galatians 1:11-20; John 21:15-19 Day: Acts 12:1-11; Ps 34:2-9; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18; Matthew16:13-19 Saturday, June 30 - The First Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church; Blessed Virgin Mary Lamentations 2:2, 10-14, 18-19; Ps 74:1b-7, 20-21; Matthew 8:15-17 Sunday, July 1-13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-13; 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15; Mark 5:21-43 [5:21-24, 35b-43] PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT Weekend Budgeted Income for 2017/2018: $20, Collection for Weekend of June 9/10: $17, Online donations for week of June 9/10: 2, $19, Weekend of June 16/17: $13, Online donations for week of June 16/17: 6, $19, Thank you for your continued generosity to Holy Spirit! 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. Page 3

4 First The Nativity Sunday of St. Advent John - the December Baptist 3, June , 2018 Where do I begin? is the title of a popular song (sung by Andy Williams) that was first featured as an instrumental in the movie Love Story (1970). Those words, Where do I begin? are exactly my sentiments on this first Sunday in our new church building -- with this beautiful feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist -- one of my favorite saints. So, Where do I begin? Well, first of all, I must begin by giving thanks and praise to God! As I spoke in the homily for last Sunday, when I said yes to Bishop Joseph Pepe s request in May of 2007 to start a new parish, I had no idea what would follow that yes. But, thanks be to God, this has been one of the most exciting ten and a half years of my life! I have no doubts that the Holy Spirit has guided me, the staff of Holy Spirit, our volunteers and all of our parishioners in this marvelous journey of faith! So, again, thank you, God! To you belong all the honor and glory! Like a loving parent, you, God, our Father, have watched over us and made us into a family of believers. Jesus, you are our brother: each week we listen to your words in Scripture and are strengthened and nourished at the table with your Body and Blood. Most of all, Holy Spirit, you are our guide, our mentor, our support, our advocate, our friend. Praise to you, Father, Son and Holy Spirit for all that has been and all that has yet to come. Next, I am so grateful to the staff that has helped me, guided me, corrected me through these years. Without you (those now on staff and former staff members), we would not be celebrating this great milestone in our parish history. Your work, your energy, your creativity have helped immensely in making this happen. We are on the threshold of a whole new chapter: may we continue to pray together, work together, play together and serve all those who belong now and will belong in the future to this wonderful parish known as Holy Spirit Catholic Church Community. And, of course, without a community, without our weekend worshipping assemblies, without our parishioners, without our volunteers, we would just be spinning our wheels, wasting our time. YOU are Holy Spirit Catholic Church Community! Your support, your patience, your generosity in time, talent and treasure have made this dream come true! Thank you seems so inadequate. I m sure many of you wondered if this church building would ever truly materialize; but you stayed with the project and here we are in this beautiful church: God s House, Our Home. Finally, thanks to our architectural firm, JVC and it s owner, Jim VanCompernolle; to our construction company, Bentar Development and it s owner, Chi Chi Bengochea; Thanks to our artists: John Nava for the tapestries and Artisanos Don Bosco for most of our church furnishings. Come, Holy Spirit! 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 Page 4

5 First The Nativity Sunday of St. Advent John - the December Baptist 3, June , 2018 Baby Bottle Campaign kicks off next weekend: June 23/24! Volunteers will be handing out empty bottles as you leave Mass Please fill a bottle with change or even a check and return to Mass over the next two weekends. Mother Seton Knights & Columbian Squires Fireworks Booth The SEAS Knights of Columbus and Columbian Squires will be selling TNT Fireworks at the corner of Durango and Charleston next to the Green Valley Grocery from June 28 through July 4. Proceeds will go toward community services, seminarian support, and the SEAS Youth Group summer travel expenses. When shopping for fireworks this year, please help the Knights and Squires support these great causes! Credit cards accepted. To my Holy Spirit family - I want to say thank you for such an amazing, joyfilled 4 years together. This community has touched my heart in so many ways - your generosity, kindness and hospitality are unmatched! Your enthusiastic love of God and each other is so apparent every time we gather; I know it will continue in each of you as we move into our long-awaited church home. It has been my distinct honor and privilege to serve the musical needs of this community. Know you always have a home in my heart! With gratitude and much love, Debbie Page 5

6 Registration for Faith Formation is now OPEN Go online to Anna Forsberg Director of Children s Ministry & Faith Formation annaf@holyspiritlv.org Tel: Ext 112 Last Few Tickets Remaining Holy Spirit Family Fundraiser Night Out Super Summer Theatre s PETER PAN Tickets $20 each August 2nd at Spring Mountain Ranch Bring your picnic & blanket and join us on this fun night out Contact Anna at the office for tickets. Last Few Spaces Remaining Vacation Bible School JULY 23rd 27th Open to those entering Kindergarten through to those leaving 5th Grade Middle and High Students as well as Adults are needed to be a part of the Shipwrecked Crew. Please register below if you are interested or see and chat with Anna Register a child(ren) or Register to be a volunteer at:

7 THE UPPER ROOM SPRING & SUMMER 2018 Life Nights are held Sunday s from 6:30-8:00pm (Unless otherwise noted) and are open to all those in 9 th -12 th Grades. CONFIRMATION MASSES: May 20th 5pm Mass May 22nd Mass May 27th 5pm Mass JUNE: Sunday, June 3 rd : LIFE NIGHT Softball at Mesa Park 6:30-8:00pm 7 th Annual Upper Room Softball Night. We play with a 16-inch softball so all can play and no gloves required. Drop off and pickup location at Mesa Park (just down the street from the Upper Room) JULY Sunday, July 8 th : LIFE NIGHT Summer Night at the Movies 7:30-10:30pm Bring camp chairs as this movie will take place outside. Snacks & drinks provided EDGE Nights: Middle School Youth Ministry Wednesdays 5:00- 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 May 16th: EDGE NIGHT Thou Shall Series Week #6: Protect Life: An Edge Night on the Fifth Commandment May 23rd: EDGE NIGHT End of the Year Edge Celebration (food & drink provided) CONFIRMATION AT HOLY SPIRIT Registration IS NOW OPEN! Register Online at: Louie Latina for a registration packet: LouieL@HolySpiritLV.org Stop by the Upper Room Office for a Registration Packet. The teens registered in Formation Year (Year 1) last year ( ) will not need to register again this year, for they are automatically enrolled into their Sacramental Year (Year 2) of Confirmation Requirements for Confirmation Preparation: 10 th Grade or above at the time of Confirmation Participate in a two-year preparation program Formation Year (Year 1) Sacramental Year (Year 2) Attend a Confirmation Retreat. November of the Sacramental Year. Takes place out-of-town in Big Bear, CA GENERATION TO GENERATION Parent/Teen Intro Gatherings As a first step into the Confirmation Preparation Program, we ask that at least one parent attends, with your teen, to one of the sessions below: SUNDAY, AUGUST 26 th 6:30-8:00pm THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 th 6:30-8:00pm THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 th 6:30-8:00pm Louie Latina Director of Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 (702) ; (702) LouieL@holyspiritlv.org Facebook Twitter Instagram Page 7

8 The 2018 Diocesan Conference will feature a keynote by Bishop George Leo Thomas. Attention Youth Pope Francis has invited you to come join him in Panama January 27th, 2019 for World Youth Day! The Diocese of Las Vegas is sponsoring a trip to World Youth Day from January 21 through January 28, The cost of the trip is $3,000. There will be an informational meeting held at St. Christopher Church on Monday, May 7th, at 7:00 PM. Join other young adults from around the world in this once in a lifetime experience. Questions can be directed to Fr. Gene Kinney at Holy Spirit Knights of Columbus Note time change: Our monthly Council Meeting on the first Thursday of the month will start at 6:30 pm in the new church Music Room. Please also join us at 6:00 pm to pray the Rosary. Our new monthly 4th Degree Assembly Meeting will be conducted the same evening at 8:00 pm in the Music Room. Our monthly Business Meeting on the last Thursday of the month begins at 7 pm in the Music Room. All are welcome, not just officers! Contact: Gregg for more details Rosary : 1st Thursday 6:00pm Council Meeting: 1st Thursday 4th Degree Meeting: 1st Thursday 8:00pm Business Meeting: Last Thursday 7:00pm (All meetings will take place in the church Music Room) Prior to his most recent appointment here in Las Vegas, Bishop Thomas served as Bishop of Helena, Montana for nearly 14 years and prior to that served as Auxiliary Bishop in Seattle, Washington. Our new bishop has a wonderful background of education and experience, with a PhD in history, a Masters in Counseling and Community Mental Health, a Masters in Divinity and a BA in literature. Bishop Thomas will join us and speak about his hope for the future of our Diocese and how he envisions our theme, Hope Grows Here ~ Crece La Esperanza Don t miss our 2018 Diocesan Conference, September 7th and 8th at the South Point Hotel and Casino! Register at Diocese of Las Vegas Catholic Center Full time Maintenance Person needed Looking for a multi-tasker, able to perform heavy lifting, use computer, do inventory control, and have good communication and planning skills. Able to setup/take-down tables/chairs for events. General maintenance and some janitorial work. Plumbing, mechanical, and/or electrical experience. Apply by faxing resume to: No walk-ins. Page 8

9 HOLY SPIRIT NEW BEGINNINGS HAS ADDED A DIVORCE MINISTRY A workshop to support those who are divorced will be offered beginning on May 7 th and running for 11 weeks. Compassionate, Christian, divorced and trained facilitators and parishioners, Barb Fraser and Bob Clark, will use a positive psychology approach to help divorced individuals navigate through this difficult time and move toward healing and inner peace. Please call the parish office at or holyspiritdivorceministry@gmail.com to inquire or to register. Page 9

10 JUNE 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 7:30 BK 2 7:30 BK VBS Training for Volunteers 9AM 4:00 JA 3 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 JA 4 7:30 TG Divorce Ministry Catholic Inquiry 5 7:30 TG Grief Support 6 7:30 TG Core Team BBQ 7 7:30 TG Study 2:30pm K of C Council 7pm 8 7:30 TG 9 7:30 TG Baptism Preparation Class 9am Lector Training Mtg. 1pm 4:00 BK 10 7:30 JA 9:30 JA 12:30 JA 5:00 BK 11 7:30 TG Baptism Coordinator Training Divorce Ministry Catholic Inquiry 12 7:30 BK Eucharistic Minister training 13 7:30 BK Prayer Shawl Ministry 10am Hospitality Minister Training 14 7:30 BK Study 2:30pm Liturgy Team 15 7:30 BK 16 7:30 BK EM Training 8:30am Hospitality Min. Training 11am Baptism Coord. Training 1pm 4:00 JA 17 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 JA 18 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 19 7:30 BK Grief Support Lector Training 20 7:30 BK 21 7:30 BK Study 10am Study 2:30pm 22 7:30 BK Dedication Mass New Church 23 7:30 BK First Weekend in the new Church! 4:00 BK 24 First Weekend in the new Church! 7:30 JA 9:30 JA 12:30 JA 5:00 BK 25 7:30 TG Divorce Ministry Outreach Team Catholic Inquiry 26 7:30 BK 27 7:30 BK Prayer Shawl Ministry 10am 28 7:30 BK Study 10am Study 2:30pm K of C Officers 7pm 29 7:30 BK 30 7:30 BK Bunco Night 4:00 BK Page 10