Drawing Worshipers Closer to God s Spirit

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1 March 19, 2017 Third Sunday of Lent Drawing Worshipers Closer to God s Spirit Lenten Applica on: As we fast during this Lent from sweets or candy, how about fas ng in how we spend our me? The me we spend on social media, surfing the internet, twee ng and the like o en distract us from the more important pursuits of prayer, helping others and giving of ourselves. Let s fast form was ng me to put it to be er use during these remaining days of Lent, me that is be er spent. -Fr. John Williamson Come to Jesus, hope that frees us, life that breathes in us. Come to Jesus and believe that He is Love oh come! With these simple, powerfully sung words set in vibrant music, St. Augus ne worshippers are welcomed to the St. Augus ne 5PM Youth Mass. The band, using selected contemporary and tradi- onal music, is comprised of parish teens and adults alike and is led by Mario Palumbo. Talented band members play the full spectrum of instruments. Some members have known each other since before the band s forma on and they have dedicated themselves to leading us in song. Naturally, the band members have their reasons for joining a major one is the blessings that come from members of the parish to the band members themselves. They come in many forms: expressions on people s faces while singing or listening, dancing and clapping, and those who have told the band that the music has touched their hearts leading them to increased faith. Humbled by God s mercy, we seek to follow Christ and live the joy of the Gospel through love and service. Mission Statement

2 Liturgical Calendar March 20 th Solemnity of St. Joseph March 23 rd St. Turibus of Mogrovejo March 25 th Solemnity of the Annuncia on Adora on of the Blessed Sacrament Ascension Monday, March PM 7 PM Note: Will be held at St Augus ne Church St Augus ne Friday, April 7 12 PM-7 PM During Mass, band members are conscious of the Holy Spirit trying to lead their musical expression, some mes resul ng in a spontaneous voice or instrument solo. Since the band leads song every Sunday evening, the members rotate so that everyone has a chance to par cipate. With only one prac ce on Sunday a ernoons at 2:30, they rehearse before the 5PM Mass. Mario and the other leaders are pleased when someone comes forward to audi on since they are always looking for more singers and musicians, in par cular piano, strings, woodwinds, and percussion. Even if someone would like to audi on but isn t an expert, Mario encourages him or her to contact him and at least discuss the possibility. Music to learn is posted on a website that the band uses where every member can check and prac ce before Sunday. It is said that singing is like praying twice. Without a doubt, this band s members come together each Sunday to share their talents, leading music to so en the hearts of those listening to hear the Good News. Open the eyes of my heart, Lord. Open the eyes of my heart I want to see You, I want to see You. If you are interested in learning more about joining the band, please contact Mario Palumbo at mail@omni1produc ons.com. Consider joining if you play an instrument or sing, or encourage someone you know who might consider joining. Sta ons of The Cross and Benedic on Friday, March 24, 1 PM and 7 PM-at St. Augus ne s Our Monthly Parish Prayer Inten on For the conversion of all sinners, great and small. Prayer is essen al to becoming a missiondriven ac ve parish, so please pray with us! Ascension Easter Memorial envelopes are included in your monthly envelope packet. Ascension Renova ons Work in the Sanctuary will be con nuing over the next few weeks and will be completed Palm Sunday weekend. Please remember that while weekend Masses are back in the church, in order to stay on schedule, all daily Masses and funerals will remain at St. Augus ne un l Holy Week. Thank you to all of you who are s ll making contribu ons. While there have been some unexpected costs (as there always are with construc on!) to date we have raised almost $120,000 towards the es mated cost of around $165,000. Proceeds from the Bull and Shrimp Roast will be going towards the renova ons to cut down on what we will need to borrow to pay off the project, but right now we are looking at around $40,000, so your con nued generosity is important. Page 2

3 Have a Lent to Remember If you haven t checked out our parish subscrip on to Formed.org (CCASTA code is 68JH9P) then Lent is a great me to view one of their newest and most powerful video series: Forgiven. This 5-part series for adults on the Sacrament of Reconcilia on features the tes monies of people who have experienced the transforming power of confession in their personal lives and in their rela onships. Ma hew Kelly, author of Resis ng Happiness says we all resist the things that are good for us even though they are the things that make us truly happy. We are drawn to the easy, to the paths of least resistance, to empty distrac ons. It s easier not to exercise, not to eat healthfully, not to pray. Never is resistance more evident than with the sacrament of Reconcilia on. Some mes the resistance is strong and even thinking about it makes us uncomfortable, makes us anxious. But no ma er what we ve done, no ma er how long we ve been away, Jesus is wai ng for us in the sacrament of Reconcilia on. "I'm going to be late for work because I couldn't stop watching Session Three of Forgiven. I thought the first episode was amazing but this one takes the cake!... Brought me to tears." In addi on to our regular parish Reconcilia on on Saturdays at 3:15 at Ascension and 4:15 at St Augus ne, this Lent CCASTA is offering some addi onal opportuni- es: Monday April 3rd from 6-8PM St Augus ne Church will be open for individual confessions and Tuesday April 11 at 7PM at St Augus ne we will have a Communal Penance Service. Mark your calendars, transform your Lent. Last Chance to Join Us for the Catholic Men s Conference Saturday March 25 Rise up, Oh Men of God: Mobilizing for the New Evangeliza on Featuring Dr. Sco Hahn at Morgan State University Cost is $40 per person, $20 for students includes lunch. Register at catholicmensfellowship.com Anyone interested in carpooling contact Joe Beach at j each62@gmail.com MEN'S BREAKFAST GOD, FAITH AND BASEBALL - Saturday, April 1, 9:00 am in St. Augus ne's Hall. Speaker: Wayne Hipley, Pastoral Associate at St. Agnes & St. William of York. Tickets are on sale now. Contact bob@ccasta.org or call him at either parish. Slavic Food Fes val Saturday, April 8, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Patronage Mother of God Byzan ne Catholic Church, 1260 Stevens Avenue in Arbutus. For more info call Page 3

4 Becoming A Catholic Appren ce All are welcome to explore Catholicism to learn more about our faith on Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Burke Wing at St. Augus ne School. Informa on at: bob@ccasta.org Coming up Monday March 20- Sacraments of Bap sm, Marriage and Holy Orders/mini retreat. Come explore with our Candidates what it means to engage in a rela onship with Jesus Christ and to be a person of faith. Handbag Auc on Sponsored by The Li le Sisters of the Poor Sunday, April 23 at the Rolling Road Golf Club from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The event includes a brunch buffet and silent auc on featuring new, designed handbags. Reserve your cket now-$50. For informa on call , ext 126. Page 4

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9 Prayers for Our Sick If you have any sick among you for whom you would like us to pray, please contact Ascension at St. Augus ne at to request a person to be put on the prayer list. Names will remain on the prayer list for six weeks or unless otherwise no fied by a family member. This week we remember the Donald Abruzzo, Thomas Annulis, Bill Bageant, Donna Bailey, Terri Barnes, Joan Bartels, Gabriel Bellagamba, Carol Belz, Jean Bennett, Carl Bernhardt, Margaret Bevins, Timothy Bolesta, Mary Bronson, Angie Bullinger, Paula Bullinger, Dorothy Burgess, Craig Burke, Debbie Cardwell, Denise Carroll, Rita Cicala, Gene decrisci II, Charles Dick, Dominic DiDomenico, Jeane e Dillard, Colleen Donlin, John Drussel, Alvaro Duarte, Regina Ecker, Kaitlyn Fello, Joe Fethcho, Carolyn Fitzsimmons, Terry Forgacs, Brian Gallizzo, Patricia Garrett, Jackie Gonzalez, Keith Griffin, Sharon Guglie e, Barbara Hatfield, Michael Hatfield, Carol Harman, Barbara Hare, Jackie Harle, Caroline Harrison, Florivia Hawkins, Ron Hemler, Sandy Hoffman, Keely Horch, Sam Hoxie, Chris Jackson, Sue Koehler, Therese Kress, Charlotte Jarrett, Kathleen Johnston, Anita Jones, Thomas Kennedy, Jason Kindel Jr., John Kordusky, Lisa Kristaponis, William Leash, Diane Leidig, Marie Lehr, Tommy Lewis, Deb Marvel, Jim McCain, Sharon McCain, Catherine McLoughlin, Alan McIntire, Jim McIntyre, Bill Meagher, Karen Mellot, Stacie Mendoza, Diane Merson, David Mertes, John Miller, Kirk P Milnor, Art Mock, Joe Mooney, Terry Moran, Jennifer Morgan, John Murray, Bruce Myers, Jim Myers, Raymond Noon, Carl Nowack, Ralph O Den, Terry O Neill, Joseph Olsen, Aidan Marie Pahel, KC Paige, Mark Papsan, Phillip Peeling, Ann Popilok, Sarah Poplin, Paul Rauser, Joan Reynard, Omar Rivera, Dorothy Roedel, Karen Sabatini, Jeff Sanders, Dawn Sellers, Mary Serio, Bradley Skaggs, Ed Sissel, Albert Smith, Elizabeth Smith, Cristl Spicer, Rita Spitzler, Regina Sullivan, Donald Eugene Swi, Dan Tackes, Leo M. Tewey, Fr. Conan Timoney, Kenny Towns, David Vane, Laura Wheeler, Mackenzie Wills, Matt Yannuzzi, Special Intentions. Please pray for all our faithful departed May they rest in peace with the Risen Lord Jesus. Fas ng, almsgiving, and prayer are the three disciplines of Lent. The faithful should undertake these prac ces seriously in a spirit of penance and of prepara on for Bap sm or of renewal of Bap sm at Easter. FASTING is observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by all 18+ years who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken to meet one s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Ea ng between meals is not permi ed, but liquids, including milk and juices, are allowed. ABSTINENCE is observed by all 14 years of age and older. On days of abs nence, no meat is allowed. Note that when health or ability to work would be seriously affected, the law does not oblige. Ash Wednesday, all the Fridays of Lent and Good Friday are days of abs nence. Note: If a person is unable to observe the above regula ons due to ill health or other serious reasons, other suitable forms of self-denial are encouraged. Page 5

10 Stewardship & Finances March 11-12, 2017 Ascension Envelopes: $5, Loose Contribu ons: $1, Poor Box: $ Second Collec on: $$1, EFT: $4, St. Augus ne Envelopes: $6, Loose Contribu ons: $3, Poor Box: $ Second Collec on: $1, EFT: $13, Mass Attendance Ascension: 495 St. Augus ne: 1377 Ascension Second Collec on Catholic Relief Services will be the second collec on next weekend, March St. Augus ne Second Collec on Catholic Relief Services will be the second collec on next weekend, March Mass Celebrants & Intentions ASCENSION CELEBRANT TIME INTENTION Sun. Mar. 19 Fr. John Williamson *DTA 8:15 AM...Ana Marie Schuster Fr. Marty Hammond *DTA 10:30 AM...Parishioners Beginning Jan. 31st the 9am mass will be taking place at St Augus ne on Tuesday and Thursday un l further no ce while Ascensions construc on begins. Tues. Mar :00 AM...John McCarthy Thurs. Mar :00 AM...Maria Chu Ja Kim Sat. Mar. 25 Fr. Bill Spacek.. 4:00 PM....Vogl Family Sun. Mar. 26 Fr. Marty Hammond*DTA 8:15 AM....Parishioners Fr. John Williamson*DTA.10:30 AM...Ana Marie Schuster ST. AUGUSTINE CELEBRANT TIME INTENTION Sun. Mar. 19 Fr. Marty Hammond*DBA... 7:30 AM... Ma hew O Msgr. Joe Lizor... 9:15 AM... Paul Bagley Fr. John Williamson... 10:45 AM... Barbara Dorsey Prisco Fr. John Williamson... 12:15 PM... Patricia Mannion Fr. John Williamson... 5:00 PM... Parishioners Mon. Mar :00 AM... Jocyelynn Zelenka Wed. Mar :00 AM... Bob Kenealy Fri. Mar :00 AM... Judith A. Twi y Sat. Mar. 25 Fr. John Williamson... 5:00 PM... Deceased of Gizinski Family Sun. Mar. 26 Fr. John Williamson*DBA... 7:30 AM... Parishioners Fr. John Williamson... 9:15 AM... Joseph Fabian Msgr. Joe Lizor... 10:45 AM... Barbara Bageant Msgr. Joe Lizor... 12:15 PM... Vivian Wist Fr. Marty Hammond... 5:00 PM... Colleen Foster GOOD SHEPHERD TIME INTENTION Mon. Mar :00 PM... Special Inten on Tues. Mar :00 PM... David Schaeffer Wed. Mar :30 PM... Henry Ventura Thurs. Mar :00 PM... Ana Marie Schuster Fri. Mar :00 PM...Eugene Cullum Page 6

11 Connect with CCASTA Staff Fr. John A. Williamson, Pastor, , , Deacon Robert Smith, Deacon Thomas Yannuzzi, Pastoral Associate, Bob Sutliff, , , Directors of Engagement Adults & Men, Bob Sutliff, , , Families, Children, and Women, Cathy Carlin, , Youth & Young Adults, Viktor Nowack, , Staff Administrator of Faith Forma on and Special Needs Faith Forma on Michele Poligardo, , Bereavement & Pastoral Care Mary Jane Thomas, , Communica ons Director Karen Beach, , Director of Music -Ascension Bonnie Kabara, Director of Music -St Augus ne Paul Lavin, Lifeteen Youth Minister Jacob Poligardo, Lifeteen Youth Minister Jesse Poligardo, School Principal Denise Ball, Support Staff Execu ve Secretary, St Augus ne Diane Hodges, , Secretary, Ascension Brenda Miller, , Religious Educa on & STAND Coordinator Kim Brown, , Recep onist, St. Augus ne Donna Pecoraro, , Administra ve Assistant Dorothy Neubauer, do STAND Coordinator & PT Assistant, Ascension Roxanne Bernhardt, , Lay Ministries Altar Server Coordinator Shawn Carlin, Children s Choir-Ascension Bonnie Kabara, ascebalt@msn.com, Children s Choir-St Augus ne Elaine Shelly, elainefshelly@gmail.com, Columbarium Ron Xifo, ron@ccasta.org Divine Mercy Prayer Group Barbara Kelly, barkel2342@gmail.com Family & Children s Ministry Andrea Seurkamp & Laurie Kaplan, familyandfaith2@gmail.com Helping Hands Pat Pool , Barbara Baran-Cisna, Knights of Columbus, St John Neumann Council Pat McKenna, pmckenna327@gmail.com Martha & Mary Ministry, Ascension Mary Hoban, mhoban006@gmail.com Martha & Mary Ministry, St Augus ne Karan Bevers, karanbev@gmail.com Men s Club-Ascension Bill Miller, Our Daily Bread Volunteers-CCASTA Diane Dingle, dinglebdf@msn.com Our Daily Bread Collec ons, Ascension Yvonne Loverde, Our Daily Bread Collec ons, St. Augus ne Dawn Weglein, dawnweglein@yahoo.com Pastoral Care & Greeters Ministry, St Augus ne Marty Byerly, Pastoral Care & Greeters Ministry, Ascension Mary Hoban, mhoban006@gmail.com Prayer Circle Ministry Frank Stanitski, , fspsosjs@verizon.net Prayer Shawl Ministry Marty Byerly, Right to Life Ministry Jon Shoemaker, jlshoem@gmail.com Sodality, Ascension Rose Garvey, Sodality, St. Augus ne Carol Bateman, carol.bateman@verizon.net Ascension Church 4603 Poplar Avenue Halethorpe, MD Phone: Fax: MASSES Saturday: 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:15AM 10:30AM Tues. & Thurs 9:00AM Holy Days 12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM Reconcilia on Saturdays: 3:15PM Good Shepherd Center 4100 Maple Avenue Halethorpe, MD MASSES Mon, Tu, Th, Fri at 5PM Wednesdays at 4:30PM St. Augus ne Church 5976 Old Washington Rd Elkridge, MD Rectory: Fax: Mass Schedule: ext 4 Holy Day Masses: ext 5 MASSES Saturdays: 5:00PM Sundays: 7:30AM 9:15AM, 10:45AM 12:15PM, 5:00PM Mon, Wed, Fri: 7:00AM Holy Days Vigil: 7:00PM 6:30 AM and 12:00 Noon Reconcilia on Saturday at 4:15PM School: Page 7

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