Let the hearts that seek the Lord rejoice; turn to the Lord and his strength; constantly seek his face.

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1 M E R CY A L I V E OCTOBER 29, 2017 XXX SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME VOL. 40 NO. 44 I love you, Lord, my strength. Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church Let the hearts that seek the Lord rejoice; turn to the Lord and his strength; constantly seek his face. - ENTRANCE ANTIPHON

2 THIS WEEK SATURDAY OCTOBER 28 8:00 am...daily Mass 3:00-4:00 pm... Confessions 4:00 pm...vigil Mass 5:15-6:00 pm... Confessions 6:00 pm...vigil Mass SUNDAY OCTOBER 29 7:00 am...mass 9:00 am...mass (Nursery & Bible School) 10:15 am...confirmation Session 10:30 am...mass (Nursery & Bible School) 12:00 pm...mass 6:00 pm...mass MONDAY OCTOBER 30 8:00 am...daily Mass 12:00 pm...daily Mass 6:30 pm...rcia St. Gabriel TUESDAY OCTOBER 31 8:30 am...rosary Makers Coffee Shop 9:00 am...called By Faith PAC 11:30 am...courageous Women St. Jerome 12:00 pm...daily Mass 4:00 pm...all Saints Day Vigil Mass 6:00 pm...all Saints Day Vigil Mass 7:00 pm...charismatic Prayer St. Gabriel WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 1 ALL SAINTS DAY 6:00 am...that Man Is You! PAC 8:00 am...all Saints Day Mass 9:30 am...all Saints Day School Liturgy 12:00 pm...all Saints Day Mass 6:00 pm...all Saints Day Mass THURSDAY NOVEMBER 2 8:00 am...daily Mass 12:00 pm...daily Mass 6:00 pm...priest Dinner BR Country Club 6:30 pm...high School Bible Study JPII House FRIDAY NOVEMBER 3 7:30 am...first Friday Devotion 8:00 am...daily Mass 9:00 am...moms & Tots Guardian Angels Nursery 12:00 pm...daily Mass 12:30 pm...pjpii Relic Viewing & Veneration Remembering MONSIGNOR FREY On Sunday, October 30, we remember in a special way our second Pastor, Msgr. Andrew Frey on the 5th anniversary of his death. Fr. Cleo Milano encourages all who attend Mass on this day to remember Msgr. Frey in prayer in thanksgiving for his faithful priesthood and vision of leadership for Our Lady of Mercy Parish. BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE As we approach the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls, we remember our beloved dead. The Book of Remembrance will be available in the vestibule of church this weekend. Please write the names of your deceased loved ones to be remembered in the All Saints Day and All Souls Day Masses. God Bless our dead! On The COVER OLOM School 8th grader Riley Walker and her parents at the 8th Grade Living Rosary brunch. FOOD FOR THE HOLIDAYS For I was Hungry and you gave me to eat. During the month of November, each of us is encouraged to be bread for others. Empty baskets will be arranged around the Tabernacle in the Sanctuary. Please bring non-perishable food items to be given to the needy of our area for Thanksgiving and Christmas. St. Matthew s GUILD PRINCE TEAM 2 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

3 FEAST OF ALL SAINTS OUR BELOVED DEAD WHO HAVE RETURNED TO THE LORD (OCTOBER 23, OCTOBER 19, 2017) BURIED FROM OUR LADY OF MERCY Noelie Daussin Barnett Harold James Beard Victoria Bock Lannie Leon Bonnette, Jr. Jo Anne Bontemps Brassett Leon Paul Braud, Sr. Elaine Gauthier Broussard Marie Manno Cashio Kathleen Parnell Champagne Charles Hardy Clark Veronica Baltzer Clarke Laurence Conkerton Keith Couvillion Gloria Boots Russell Cristina John Michael Daigle, III Joyce Thompson Daigle Ralph Joseph Daigle Newton James David Laura Gatz Deavers Elaine Teresa Treuil DeLatin John Baptiste J.B. Delatin Curt Eysink Charles William Farrar Audrey Marie Fry Brother Stephen Kearney Grace James Jack Randolph Gray Alda Campanella Guercio Leola Loly Hamilton Guidry Helen Jean Lieux Gwin Patricia Bourgeois Hebert John Jack Mire Jolissaint Kathleen Gooch LeBlanc Luke Oliver Legendre, Jr. Karen Rotolo Marchand Eula Mae Marchifava Grace Scorsone Marino Glenn Richard Mayeux Joseph Robert Bobby McCall, III Bernadine Swindler Miller Mary Macaluso Montagnino John Clarence J.C. Monte, Sr. Laura Sackett Nordstrom Wayne Payne Marian Pie Richard Pendley Francesca Frankie Theresa Hanamann Phelps John Joseph Rinaudo, Sr. Theresa Bossier Robert Myrtis E. Rogers Mona Monie Khoury Sabagh Tullio Julius Saffiotti Leo Charles Scallan Thomas Tommy Simmons Barbara Hollingsworth Sonnier Marion Crawford Spann Alexander Alex Joseph Spano Angelo P. Sparacino, Jr. Geraldine Miles Spinosa Ruth LeJeune Stabiler Viola Vi Tullier Taylor Rocco Charles Valluzzo Sylvana St. Romain Vicknair BATON ROUGE, LA 3

4 Called to Prayer IN REMEMBRANCE Mass Intentions NOVEMBER 4, SATURDAY 8:00 am... Joseph R. Guitreau, Jr. 4:00 pm... Leo Levy / McKeough-Carleton Fmlys / Jeanne M. Burton / Dorothy E. Highers / Francis Frank Mayer & Kathleen Kitty Mayer / Ellie Sances / Al J. Ransome, Sr. / Mike Couvillion, Tami Couvillion, Keith Couvillion, Vallie & Vivian Lemoine / Glenn Mayeux / Alex Spano / John Milton Fruge / Ken Cavanaugh / Veronica Clarke / Politz, Territa & Gautreau Fmlys / Patin & Poche Fmlys / Barbara Sonnier / SPECIAL INTENTION: Sprague Pugh 6:00 pm... Forrest L. Hooper, Jr., Rita & Allen Hebert, Sr., Louise & Forrest L. Hooper, Sr. NOVEMBER 5, SUNDAY 7:00 am... ALL PEOPLE 9:00 am... Mary Dell & Jerome Tassin, Kevin Rozas 10:30 am... Scott Litz & Frank Messina, Jr. 12:00 pm... K.J. Thomas 6:00 pm... Jean Gwin NOVEMBER 6, MONDAY 8:00 am... Shirley K. Gaudin 12:00 pm... Bayus & Gubancsik Fmlys NOVEMBER 7, TUESDAY 12:00 pm... Grace Mama Marino 6:00 pm... Dr. Michael Fakouri / Lester Simon / Jill Barfield Hamilton / Calvin LeBouef / Souls in Purgatory of family members and those souls who have no one to pray for them NOVEMBER 8, WEDNESDAY 8:00 am... Ken Cavanaugh 12:00 pm... Barrett Benton NOVEMBER 9, THURSDAY 8:00 am... Cecil Ranzino 12:00 pm... Lawrence Nodier NOVEMBER 10, FRIDAY 8:00 am... Jean Gwin 12:00 pm... Bruce Hilbrecht / Thomas & Deumite Fmlys / Mona Gilbert / Eula Mae Marchiafava / Barbara Sonnier / For the Poor Souls in Purgatory / J.D Tullier / SPECIAL INTENTION: Myrna Tullier Sanctuary Light Memorials The sanctuary light in the church burns this week in loving memory of Tullio Saffiotti The sanctuary light in the Adoration Chapel burns this week in loving memory of Elaine Gauthier Broussard In Sympathy to the Families of: Wayne Payne Elaine Gauthier Broussard Gloria Russell Cristina Dr. Dickie Robichaux Altar Flowers Memorial Each week you may honor a loved one with a gift of $150 to dedicate the floral arrangement that adorns our Sanctuary. Memorial Gifts At the death of a loved one, many choose in lieu of flowers to encourage friends and family to make a donation to a special charity or cause. Our Lady of Mercy has nourished the spiritual life of so many parishioners and those throughout the Diocese who come here. A Memorial Gift to our Traditions for Tomorrow Building Campaign is a wonderful way to acknowledge the lives of our beloved dead with a gift of loving generosity to the church that has been such a spiritual home. Ms. Deanie Smith can discuss ways for you to remember your loved one. Consider adding a planned gift in your last will and testament to remember Our Lady of Mercy. Mercy Prays Carl Babin Martha Bourg Todd Fruge Marley Harris Jim Hebert Deacon Fallon Lorenz Faye Novo Joel Rivera Meghan Saffiotti Gracie Zaunbrecher The men & women serving in our Armed Forces 4 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

5 Called to Action PARISH LIFE FEAST OF ALL SAINTS DAY A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION Celebrate the Feast of the All Saints with us on: Tuesday, October 31 Vigil 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm Wednesday, November 1 at 8:00 am, 9:30 am (school liturgy), 12:00 noon, and 6:00 pm Celebrate the Feast of the All Souls with us on: Thursday, November 2 at 8:00 am and 12:00 noon 40 Days for Life Wednesday, November 1st 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Delta Abortion Facility (756 Colonial Dr) 40 Days for Life is the largest, simultaneous, inter-denominational global pro-life prayer effort in history. Volunteers are needed to fill hours in prayer at our local abortion clinic (756 Colonial Dr) during this year s 40 Days for Life campaign. A sign up table will be available in the vestibule of church on the weekend of October 28th. Please consider signing up for at least one hour in prayer for this important cause. Deacon Richard Grant richard.grant@olomchurch.com (225) BATON ROUGE, LA 5

6 Called to Action PARISH LIFE Health Fair Friday, October 27 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Parish Activity Center Save the date for our annual Health Fair! We will offer glucose, cholesterol, kidney, and hearing screenings, flu shots and more. Ms. Jackie Scardina or Mary Scardina (225) Redemptorist High School Legacy Homecoming Saturday, November 4 1:00-5:00 pm Lovett Road RHS Alumni and Friends, Inc. is hosting an inaugural RHS Legacy Homecoming. Alumni and friends are invited to Bring Your Own Beverage and share in this exciting gathering of the RHS Family. Ms. Marie Kennedy mariekennedy@kw.com rhsalumniandfriends@gmail.org (225) March For Life January Washington, D.C. Take a stand and be part of pro-life history! Open to students in grades 10-12, this life changing experience will take you from Baton Rouge to the White House. If you are interested in sponsoring a student for this exciting trip, please contact Ms. Amelia Gallagher. Ms. Amelia Gallagher amelia.gallagher@olomchurch.com (225) Knights of Columbus Membership Drive Weekend of October 28 following all Masses in front of the Parish Activity Center The KC s are looking for a few good men! If you are a Catholic man 18 years of age and up and looking for a way to serve Christ and his Church, we need you! The KC Council 969 invites you to consider joining our brotherhood. Meet and talk with a KC members after all Masses this weekend. Our local KC Council assists local charities, sponsors cooking events, and supports the BR Seminarian program. Mr. Joey Nipper joenip@earthlink.net (225) Catholic 101 Wednesdays November 8, 15, & 29 6:30 pm Parish Activity Center Have you been Catholic for a long time but still don t know why we do what we do as Catholics? Join us as we dive deeper into the faith during Catholic 101. Wednesday, November 8 - Why Go To Mass Anyway? A Deeper Look At Why We Do What We Do Wednesday, November 15 - What s The Big Deal About Sacraments? Wednesday, November 29 - Yes Catholics Read the Bible! A Catholic Look at Scripture The night begins at 6:30pm and all are invited to bring a snack to share and a bottle of your favorite beverage. The series is free but all are invited to register at Mr. Jason Romero jason.romero@olomschool.org (225) OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

7 Called to Action PARISH LIFE NEWLY Commissioned Processional Cross The Rambusch Design Studio in New Jersey was commissioned to design this new processional cross. The cross was hand carved out of basswood by artisans in Italy who specialize in this artwork. The Rambusch Design Studio is the same company that designed the ceiling mosaic of the Trinity Dome in the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, which is currently being installed there. They are the premier design company in the United States for this type of sacred artwork. Our cross is arrayed with gold gilded tips on the crucifix and a burst of golden rays emanating from the corpus. The corpus is a white marble color like the carrara marble statues in the Church nave. The back side of the crucifix is also carved so that it is two sided and displays a carved Lamb of God on the back. The crucifix was intended to resemble the monstrance in the Adoration Chapel that was also designed by Rambusch. This is a one of a kind piece and will not be replicated. The new cross will be blessed an inaugurated at Mercy s All Saints Day Masses. The processional cross was gifted to Our Lady of Mercy in loving memory of Debbie Plaisance Gwin. BATON ROUGE, LA 7

8 Called to Prayer PARISH LIFE Commitments Needed for Our Adoration Chapel Ministry Committed adoration is a beautiful way to express your faith and devotion. Our Adoration Chapel is open to you 24 hours a day. We invite you to come visit the Lord and seek His counsel. Although every hour of the day is opened for commitment, your devotion is especially needed during the following times: SUNDAY...1 am, 2 am, 3 am*, 5 am, 12 noon*, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm, 8 pm MONDAY...12 am, 1 am, 3 am, 4 am*, 8 am, 9 am, 7 pm TUESDAY...12 am, 1 am, 3 am, 4 pm, 9 pm WEDNESDAY...1 am, 3 am, 4 am THURSDAY...12 am, 1 am, 5 am, 11 am, 12 noon, 3 pm, 6 pm FRIDAY...12 am, 1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 6 pm, 7 pm, 10 pm, 11 pm SATURDAY...1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 4 am, 7 am, 11 am, 12 noon, 4 pm, 5 pm, 9 pm, 10 pm *Urgent Needs - Sunday 3 am and 12:00 noon, Monday 4:00 am If you are able to offer yourself in prayer to the Lord, please contact Ms. Martha Wells at (225) RELIC OF POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II Public veneration of a first class blood relic of Pope Saint John Paul II is scheduled to visit Our Lady of Mercy on Friday, November 3rd. A vile of liquefied blood of Pope St. John Paul II will be available for public veneration on Friday, November 3rd at Our Lady of Mercy. This relic is traveling with the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary from Miami, Florida, a community founded by Pope John Paul II. PILGRIMAGE SCHEDULE Friday, November 3 Public Veneration begins with 12:00 noon Mass Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3:00 pm Public Veneration ends at 5:00 pm 8 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

9 Called to Worship MASS SCHEDULE & TIMES WEEKDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAY MASS TIMES: M, W, Th, & F: 8:00 am & 12:00 pm RECONCILIATION: Tues: 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm M - F: 25 minutes prior to Mass MASS TIME: 8:00 am RECONCILIATION: 3:00 4:00 pm & 5:15 6:00 pm VIGILS: 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm MASS TIMES: 7:00 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm NURSERY: 9:00 am & 10:30 am PRE-SCHOOL BIBLE CLASS: 9:00 am & 10:30 am (PAC) CATHOLIC COMMUNITY RADIO 1380 AM WPYR Listen daily at noon and 10:30 am on Sunday for Mercy s Mass live broadcast SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4 SUNDAY NOVEMBER 5 4:00 pm* 6:00 pm 7:00 am* 9:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 pm 6:00 pm Fr. Milano Fr. Rodrigues Fr. Rodrigues Fr. Rodrigues Fr. Milano Fr. Milano Fr. Milano A Turner C Mattza T Turner J Stalls R Torry Extraordinary Ministers E Chenevert A Jolissaint M Roussel M Blouin M Richard K Bull R Mangaoil A Wilson S Roppolo C Ransome L Dawkins J Frederick J Frederick B Babin T Penouilh G Tibbetts C Haldane J Harrison B Clay B Avery Dcn Grant R Beyer T Schroeder B Avery A Haldane Extraordinary Ministers Dcn McGinnis K Sweeney B Gossard L Carter M Pinell Dcn Grant J Shelley M Taylor J Pinell D Whaley K Darnall P Thomas C Graves R Guitreau C Roberts L Holliday C Hopkins G Anderson B Benedetto C Benedetto C Peak N Hains R Coco H Coco P Persac R Roland C Formeller S Wood C Landry C Schutte Lectors Lectors J Stalls C Giffin J Blouin D McCrary S Darensbourg I Bourque J Gardemal Children s Liturgy M Hermann L Shelley A August S Hopkins S Hingle C Melder Altar Servers Altar Servers T Turner - c T Turner M Bowlin E Chenevert - c J Roussel A Roussel J Pastorek - c N Mangaoil M Mangaoil E Shore - c C Haldane G Beyer C Taylor - c A Lewis B Kelly G Anderson - c A Hedges C Burkhalter J Korevec - c A Graves M Graves The complete Ministry Schedule is published on our website at Called to serve? Contact Deacon Grant to volunteer for liturgical ministry. *These liturgies are celebrated without incense. BATON ROUGE, LA 9

10 WE ARE HERE FOR YOU Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 445 Marquette Avenue Baton Rouge, LA Phone: (225) Fax: (225) olomchurch.com PASTOR...Father Cleo Milano VICAR...Father Nutan Minj, IMS PERMANENT DEACON...Deacon Richard Grant ADMINISTRATION...Mr. Randy Arabie PRINCIPAL...Mr. Chris Porche OFFICE HOURS MONDAY FRIDAY...8:30 am 4:30 pm Priests gladly see people by appointment. Glorify the Lord by your life MEMBERSHIP...Ms. Brenda Brown BAPTISM...Deacon Richard Grant HOLY COMMUNION/PSR...Ms. Amelia Gallagher CONFIRMATION/RCIA...Mr. Jason Romero WEDDING...Ms. Alison Nodier FUNERAL...Ms. Theresa Foster FACILITIES...Ms. Katie Thorne FINANCE & GIFTS...Ms. Deanie Smith To view complete staff list, visit olomchurch.com. Parish Activity Center 444 Marquette Avenue Baton Rouge, LA (225) Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School 400 Marquette Avenue Baton Rouge, LA Phone: (225) Fax: (225) olomschool.org Communications Ms. Christy Haldane Our Lady of Mercy is a family of faith united in prayer, love and Catholic Tradition. We are dedicated to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through evangelization, education and Christian example. We strive to be as faithful as the Blessed Virgin Mary and live our faith by serving God, our fellow brothers and sisters and our community. 10 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH