SAINT PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 17, 2016

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1 SAINT PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 17, Country Club Road New Bern, NC (252) Office: M-F 8:30-4:00pm Saint Paul Catholic School (252) Saint Peter the Fisherman Mission Parish in Oriental (252) MASS SCHEDULE Saturday :00 pm Sunday :00 am, 11:00 am 1:00 pm (Misa en Español) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday :00 am Wednesday :00 & 6:00 pm Friday :00 am at Old St. Paul First Saturday :00 am Holy Days of Obligation per announcements WELCOME VISITORS & GUESTS! New Parishioners Please register with the parish office PASTORAL STAFF Father Thomas Tully, Pastor Father William Upah, Parochial Vicar Deacon Mike Mahoney, Parish Deacon Deacon Rick Fisher, Parish Deacon Sister Monique Dissen, IHM-Pastoral Associate Deacon David Kierski, School Administrator

2 THE SHEPHERD'S FLOCK In Christian art, the earliest depictions of Jesus Christ were not of his crucifixion or of his resurrection. The first known renderings of Jesus show him as the Good Shepherd, the image put before us in today's readings. In the Gospel passage Jesus reveals that he is the shepherd and his followers are his "flock." In the first and second readings, we are told more about the flock. The passage from Acts assures us that both Jews and Gentiles are called to follow Jesus. It is faith, not birthright, that makes us part of the company of believers. In the passage from the book of Revelation we learn that the flock that follows this Lamb of God will also be washed in his blood. They will endure a time of trial before they enjoy eternal life. Be assured of the promise, we are told, but know there is a price to be paid. TODAY'S READINGS First Reading -- The Jews angrily reject Paul and Barnabas' preaching. They then turn their energies to the Gentiles (Acts 13:14, 43-52). Psalm -- We are his people, the sheep of his flock (Psalm 100). Second Reading -- John envisions a great white-robed multitude standing before the throne and before the Lamb. (Revelation 7:9, 14b-17). Gospel -- My sheep hear my voice; they follow me. I give them eternal life (John 10:27-30). READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 11:1-18; Ps 42:2-3; 43:3, 4; Jn 10:11-18 Tuesday: Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87:1b-7; Jn 10:22-30 Wednesday: Acts 12: :5a; Ps 67:2-3, 5-6, 8; Jn 12:44-50 Thursday: Acts 13:13-25; Ps 89:2-3, 21-22, 25, 27; Jn 13:16-20 Friday: Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2:6-11ab; Jn 14:1-6 Saturday: Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 14:7-14 EASTERN PREGNACY INFORMATION CLINIC (EPIC) CELEBRATE LIFE BANQUET April 25th - Grace Fellowship Church (Kinston) at 6:30pm April 26th - Saint Paul Catholic Church at 6:30pm For more information, call or CALL for EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS The Eucharist is the source of holiness and spiritual nourishment for our mission in the world. (Pope Benedict). To this end, ExtraOrdinary Ministers of Holy Communion are commissioned to assist in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass (Raleigh Diocesan Norms). Please prayerfully consider being a part of this Ministry! 5 new Eucharistic Ministers are especially needed at the 5pm Saturday and 11 am Sunday Masses. The next training for this Ministry will be Thursday, April 21 at 4:00pm in the Church For Information, please call Mary Spano THIS WEEK S PARISH ACTIVITIES Sunday 4/17 9:00AM Olive Branch Gift Store Open till 1PM 9:15AM RCIA FLC2 9:30AM Chancel Choir Practice 9:30AM Faith Formation Classes 10:30AM Chaplet of the Divine Mercy 3:00PM Hispanic Prayer Group FLC3 3:00PM AAMEN Group Conference Room 6:00PM Confirmation Classes Gym 6:00PM Youth Group Atrium Tuesday 4/19 10:00AM 10:30AM 11:30AM 12:30PM 1:00PM 3:00PM Wednesday 4/20 9:00AM 12:00PM 5:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM Thursday 4/21 8:35AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 12:15PM 3:00PM 6:30PM 6:30PM 7:30PM Friday 4/22 12:00PM Saturday 4/23 9:00AM 3:30PM Grieving Group - Chapel Mass in Oriental Life in the Spirit Prayer Group Bunco FLC3 Prayer Shawl Ministry Zumba FLC3 Olive Branch Gift Store Open till Noon One in the Spirit Prayer Group Medjugorje Prayer Group Hispanic Choir Practice SPRAA Men s Basketball Adoration Reconciliation Benediction Finance Committee Meeting Conf Rm Zumba FLC3 HASA Meeting- School Library AA Big Book Study FLC2 Chancel Choir Practice FLC3 May 1st Bulletin Items are Due First Communion Retreat Reconciliation 4/30 & 5/1 May Crowning at all masses THIS WEEK S MASS INTENTIONS Sunday 8:00 AM Mary Geraldine Murphy + 11:00 AM Andreana & Aniello Mosca + 1:00 PM Saint Paul Parish Family Monday 8:00 AM Kurt Neumeister + Tuesday 8:00 AM Kathleen Mahoney + Wednesday 9:00 AM James Weber + 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM Lawrence Ronan + Friday 8:00 AM Rosemarie Oberle + Saturday 5:00 PM Saint Paul Parish Family THIS WEEK S CANDLE INTENTIONS Henry Sunnder

3 PASTOR S CORNER Sunday April 17, 2016 Dear Friends at Saint Paul: Corporal Works of Mercy at Saint Paul We are just beginning to form an interest group and what may become an active ministry and you can influence the outcome. Here's the question: how does an elderly person in our parish find out how to tap resources for practical help: around the house, in the yard, getting to the doctor, support in emergencies...? We used to have a group called low flying angels who could swoop in and help out. We have learned that there are many more helpers out there but not a great way to connect to them. Sometimes, it's a matter of just finding out who can help. The first step to helping the elderly with daily and practical needs, as well as connecting them with more professional resources, will be a current list of helpers matched with a current list of needs. Let's find out what the needs are and let's find volunteers to research how those needs can be met. Mary Pickhaver is willing to spearhead the effort and is collecting your input to answer the question: how do the elderly get connected with those who can help with their needs? Are you aware of needs that are difficult to meet? Are you aware of resources that are underused or not well publicized? Have you found resources for help that you want to compliment and pass on? You can send an to me (pastor@spccnb.org) or to Mary Pickhaver (mlpick2@gmail.com). Thanks for giving this some thought and prayer: what do you need as an elderly person and what resources do you know and trust? You may have seen in recent bulletins news from our Prison Ministries. They are focused on two weekly events: Sunday afternoon at Pamlico Correctional Facility in Bayboro (men) and Monday evening at Craven County Detention Center in Clarks (women). There are many facets of these ministries we will consider in the fture. Here, I am asking you to focus on just one piece: prayer partner... Would you be willing to make a formal (or an informal) commitment to pray on Sunday at 2:00 pm or Monday at 7:30 pm when our parish ministers are entering these two prisons for the weekly meeting with the inmates? There will be invitations to all the different aspects of these prison ministries in the near future in the bulletin, like the Dismas Union of Prayer, or the possibility of adding a men's visitation on Monday evenings, or another Sunday afternoon visitor, or letter writing or... well... there are many wonderful things to do where you could help. Through regular updates in our bulletin, you will also get the chance to know more about the wonderful faithfulness of our Prison ministers who do this visitation with courage and sensitivity. Right now, a commitment to pray on Sunday at 2pm and Monday at 7:30pm, spiritually joining those who are passing through the gates and having the door slam and lock behind them, in order to support the faith of incarcerated brothers and sisters. If you are going to make this promise for prayer, send us an (dismashelp@spccnb.org) and let us know. It will forward to the Prison Ministers and it will be a great encouragement to them. Thank you. Don t Forget! I Shall Not Hate: A Message of Hope, Faith, and Courage Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 2:00 pm First Presbyterian Church (Main Sanctuary) Rothermel Lecture

4 SPECIAL PARISH & COMMUNITY EVENTS Visit St. Joseph s Mission For the Colored Rev. Julian Endler, Passionist 53 Bern St. New Bern, North Carolina New Bern is on Route 17 - Just halfway between New York and Florida THE HISTORY OF SAINT JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND CHURCH Friday April 22, :00 PM Tryon Palace Waystation Auditorium 610 Pollock Street (Across from Tryon Palace Main Gate) Speakers: Monsignor Gerald Lewis Archivist Diocese of Raleigh Former Saint Paul Catholic Church Administrator Former Judge Gaston House Preservation Association Current Member Emeritus Tryon Palace Commission Topic: My Father s Business Deacon Frederick M. Rick Fisher Jr. Deacon: Saint Paul Catholic Church Alumnus of Saint Joseph & Saint Paul Elementary Schools & William Gaston Catholic High School Topic: A Local, Experiential & Personal Perspective Saint Paul Catholic School 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award Call for Nominations As we celebrate the eleventh year of awarding the Joseph Rachid Alumni Award in Honor of Distinguished Graduates of St. Paul and St. Joseph Catholic Schools, we invite nominations at this time for Our goal is to recognize outstanding graduates. Our Parish history shows that with the opening of St. Joseph School in 1887, and later the establishment of St. Paul School there has been a dynamic continuance of Catholic education for children in New Bern over the past 129 years. A highlight of the annual Eighth Grade Graduation celebration is the beautiful Mass after which the Distinguished Alumni Award is presented. Each year many former award recipients join the graduates and their families on this joyful and special occasion. This year we have expanded the scope to include nominees who have graduated by the year Inductees may be nominated or self-nominated. Applications are available in the Church Atrium after all the Masses as well as in the school office. All completed applications must be received by Monday, May 16, We look forward to your participation in this special project as we continue to celebrate the life-long values of a strong, service oriented Catholic education here at St. Paul Catholic School. TOWN MEETING On May 15, 2016, at 3 pm in the Church, we invite you to a TOWN MEETING! This one hour meeting will be a chance for parishioners to chat about "Life at Saint Paul" and to share opinions and impressions of the parish from our individual and unique viewpoints. We really hope that you will be there to participate and stay informed. There may be something you will learn there may be something that you will contribute that others need to hear. A town meeting is an unusual forum in parish life, but is a way to develop a discernment of how the Lord may be leading us and where we need to go in the future. There will be a presentation of the "Parish Plan" which is a required annual report sent to the Bishop by June 30th of each year. The Pastoral Council has the primary responsibility for the formation of the Parish Plan. The Town Meeting will be your opportunity to learn about the Parish Plan, influence it in draft form and prepare for the future of our parish life. Mommy, are we there yet? Not yet! We are at 97% of our goal! A handful of families are still making their commitment to the Bishop's Annual Appeal... Thank you very much if you have already pledged/paid a gift for this year's annual appeal! Thanks to those who pledged/gave this past week. We are within a few percentage points of achieving the goal as a MINIMUM cooperative success for all the ministries supported by the goal. We will not pause in our efforts for the "BAA" until that minimum threshold is reached. The ministries dependent on your gift to the BAA are worth the wait... we are almost there! Thank you for making every effort to get in your pledge or payment this week.

5 *Proper golf attire required* Saint Paul Catholic School May 21st 9:00AM Shotgun Start HOLE IN ONE CONTEST FOR $10,000!! Harbour Pointe Golf Club, Fairfield Harbor 4 Player Scramble Format / Goodie Bags and Raffle Tickets Mulligans and Tee Busters available $55 per person or $200 for 4-person team Contact Dan or call the School COME HOME MINISTRY Have you lost focus and joy in your life? Do you want to get back to practicing your faith? Are you divorced, remarried and still want to develop your spiritual life with the Holy Spirit in the Catholic Church? Is the Lord calling you to a deeper relationship with him? You are welcome here!!! Please attend a special gathering for you on Tuesday, May 10th and/or May 17th from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Family Life Center in Room 2 with Deacon Mahoney and the Come Home Ministry Team Information brochures are available in the atrium. (Please take one and pass it along to someone who may be interested!) OLIVE BRANCH STORE & LENDING LIBRARY Open Sun. 9 1 & Wed in the FLC WE NEED YOUR HELP! Volunteer needed for the Sunday 9 11 shift. Only one time every month. Come by and let us know when you can start! Make Us Your First Holy Communion Headquarters! We have lots of terrific items that will make lovely gifts. Also purses, veils and hair bows to help make the day extra special. Be sure to come in soon for the best selection. Confirmation items also! All proceeds benefit St. Paul Catholic Church. Active adult Catholics who have never received the Sacrament of Confirmation are welcome to prepare for the reception of the Sacrament when Bishop Burbidge visits at the end of May. The preparation program is straightforward and rewarding. The date is fixed (Tuesday, May 24th at 6:30pm). The requirements for regular communicants are minimal: weekly attendance at Mass, classes on the Sacrament of Confirmation with prayer and reflection, and going to Confession before May 24th. Please DeLesa Conway -- dconway@spccnb.org to register. We would love to have you! NOMINATIONS FOR PASTORAL COUNCIL We are an advisory group working with Father Tully that meets on the first Wednesday of every month after the 6:00 pm Mass. We are searching for candidates to fill positions vacated by expiring terms. If you would like to self nominate or nominate another, please call the church office at or dconway@spccnb.org. Thank you. GRIEVING GROUP We would like to share our love and prayer during your time of loss. Our grieving sessions will be held on April 12th to May 17th (Tuesdays - 6 sessions) 10:00AM to 11:30AM in Saint Joseph Chapel. Facilitator: Sister Monique Dissen, I.H.M. Call Irene Swanteson, Third Order Dominican to register ( ) KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS YARD SALE DONATIONS The Knights of Columbus needs donations for their upcoming yard sale to be held on June 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Small items may be dropped off at 1125 Pine Tree Drive on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to Noon. Large items can be picked up by calling Ralph Aviles at Spring cleaning often results in excess stuff needing a home! Call, we can help! RCS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Has the Pope s declaration for the year of mercy been on your mind? Have you wondered how can I do Corporal Works of Mercy? Religious Community Services is looking for volunteers to work Tuesdays, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Basic knowledge of the kitchen is all that is needed. Can t work every Tuesday? Work when you can! Call the church office to register by leaving your Name, and phone number

6 EL HISPANO CATÓLICO Clases de Ciudadania Si usted esta interesado en obtener la ciudadania de los Estados Unidos de Norte America, por favor venga a una serie de clases gratis que explicaran como llegar a ser ciudadano y estudiar la informacion necesaria para poder pasar el examen de ciudadania. Las clases seran en la Escuela de San Pablo los lunes por la tarde de 7:00 PM a 8:30 PM. Las clases empezaran el lunes 18 de Abril, 2016 y terminaran el 20 de Junio o el 27 de Junio, 2016 (dependiendo del progreso del grupo). Si le gustaria asistir a las clases, por favor llame a la oficina de la Iglesia al para registrarse. Eucharistic Ministers & Lectors - April 23rd and April 24th: Team #4 JPII HIGH SCHOOL JPII Seniors have been accepted to the following colleges and Universities: ECU, Pitt Community College, UNC Pembroke, University Of North Carolina, UNC Wilmington, UNC Greensboro, UNC Asheville, Western University, Elon, Barton, St. Mary s, University Of Dallas, Cleveland State, John Brown University, Belmont Abby, St Francis University, Ava Maria, Meredith and Villanova. Congratulations Seniors! Please join JPII students and staff every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. for the sacred liturgy with Father Nick at East Academic Campus E. 14 th St. All are welcome! MOVIE OF THE MONTH Sweet Land is a haunting tale of love, struggle and endurance that offers a view of this country often overlooked by the history books! In a post- WWl, anti- German climate, the local minister openly forbids the marriage of Olaf and Inge, his mail-order German bride. But they fall in love despite the town s disapproval. When a banker tries to foreclose on a friend s farm, Olaf takes a stand and the town soon unites around the young couple and accepts Inge. Come view this film on Sunday, April 24th in the Chapel at 2:30 p.m. CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY Luke 8; In this parable of Jesus, the seed (word of God) can fall on thorns or rocky soil. For a seed to grow the soil must be prepared and the seed tended. This is the message Jesus has for us! We must be prepared to receive the word and create good soil for it. Once we hear it, we can create conditions for it to take root so we can make it our own. Hearing the word of God is the beginning of our growing closer to God. Lord, grant me the grace to hear, tend, and embrace, as my own, the word you sow in me. (4 Minute Retreat). Join us to say the Chaplet of Divine Mercy every Sunday at 10:30AM in SJC SACRAMENT SCHEDULE Reconciliation: Thursdays 10:45-11:45am; Saturday 3:30-4:30pm or by appointment Baptisms: Second Wednesday Evenings of the Month First time parents must attend Baptismal Preparation Classes First Communion/Confirmation: Please call Marriages: Contact Parish Office - 6 month advance notice is required Anointing of the Sick: Contact the Office at Funerals: Call or funerals@spccnb.org PARISH STAFF DIRECTORY NIGHT EMERGENCY CALL: PASTORAL STAFF Father Thomas S Tully, Pastor: pastor@spccnb.org Father William Upah, Parochial Vicar: bupah@spccnb.org Deacon Rick Fisher: Deacon Mike Mahoney: Sister Monique Dissen, IHM, Hospital: Admin Assistant, DeLesa Conway: dconway@spccnb.org Bookkeeper, Donna Simon: dsimon@spccnb.org Bulletin: bulletin@spccnb.org Cemetery: Danny Gennantonio Director Operations: Deacon David Kierski dkierski@spccnb.org Faith Formation: Joy Harsen Funeral Arrangements: Father Upah funeral@spccnb.org Music Ministry: Megan Johnson mjohnson@stpaulcs.org RCIA Coordinator: Marcelene McLure Catholic Charities: Catholic Daughters: Belinda Swager Extraordinary Ministers of Eucharist: Mary Spano: Eucharistic Ministers (Home / Sick): Dennis Colbert: Finance Council: Bob Nenni Knights Third Degree: James Whetzel Knights Fourth Degree: Patrick Rocco Pastoral Council: pcouncil@spccnb.org Religious Community Services: Rectory: Sacrament Arrangements: Saint Paul School Administrator: Deacon Kierski: