Happy Easter! April 1st Easter Sunday

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1 2407 Laurel Brook Road Fallston, MD April 1st Easter Sunday Happy Easter! We are so happy that you are with us to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead. Never in human history has such a fact been reported. It surprised the 11 Apostles and the women at the tomb so much that, from this small band, now more than 1.2 billion people are believers Roman Catholics! That doesn t even count our other Christian brothers and sisters. You can see the news is life changing. Hopefully you experience a bit of that today. If you are a regular parishioner here, Happy Easter. If you are a visitor or just looking, welcome and return soon to be part of the Good News of Human History in Christ.

2 PASTOR: Rev. Gerard Francik IN RESIDENCE: Rev. William P. Foley ASSISTING CLERGY: Msgr. Thomas Tewes UPPER CHESAPEAKE HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN: Fr. Roque Lim DEACONS: Deacon Mar n Perry Deacon Charles Hicks (Re red) PASTORAL ASSOCIATE: Charlo e Henderson ext. 103 COORDINATOR OF FAITH FORMATION: Bridgit C. Goedeke ext. 111 ADMINISTRATOR OF FAITH FORMATION: Sheila Bateman ext. 112 sbateman@saintmarkfallston.org DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY: Maria Stoey ext. 113 mstoey@saintmarkfallston.org Business Manager: Joyce Shipley ext. 100 Facili es Maintenance: Michael Baker ext. 107 Administra ve Assistant: Jane Marks ext. 110 Director of Music: Thomas Mackin tmackin@saintmarkfallston.org Pastoral Council President: George Hechter Deadline for items to appear in the bulle n is 9:00 am Monday. Dear parishioners and visitors, Happy Easter! This greeting is meant for everyone as we celebrate the rock of our faith. We have many fears in life fear of failure in sports, in school, in our job. We fear that we may disappoint those we love and we often fear that we will fail God. But, if we really think about it, the greatest fear we have is the fear of death. Nothing can conquer it. Doctors, new treatments and awesome medicine can help us delay, but death for each of us is inevitable. That can be dark, depressing and gloomy. So why am I writing about death in the Easter bulletin? Because, for faithful people, Easter is the answer to death. Jesus rises and promises that we will too! Is there any better news than this?! We can get a beautiful new car, we can find new ways to meditate and calm ourselves. We can lose weight and buy new clothes and go on vacations. We can spend countless hours driving to sporting events and playing, but in the end all of this will end. Death is the ultimate defeat for human beings. Easter says, the worst fear in the world is now conquered. Yes, we, too, have to go through suffering and doubt, but if we are disciples of the Lord death will not have the final say over us Life has the final say in Jesus. So, as Spring breaks, flowers bloom, our lives brighten up a bit, we eat chocolate and eggs and bunnies, let s remember this all symbolizes what we know to be true. Jesus is Lord of LIFE if we are faithful, we will live in Him forever. Fr. Jerry Francik EVANGELIZATION 101 REJOICE! He is Risen! As we enter the 50 days of Easter we find ourselves preparing for Divine Mercy Sunday which is next Sunday April 8 th. Dynamic Catholic and St. Mark have teamed up to provide free copies of the book "Beautiful Mercy. Giving and receiving mercy is central to living the life God calls us to. We all need mercy at different times in our lives and we all have an obligation to give mercy to others at different times in our lives. God's mercy is overwhelmingly generous. He calls us to respond with the same spirit of mercy. This book, as well as "Beautiful Hope" and other books and CDs are available for FREE on the Dynamic Catholic Cart usually found during Coffee and Donuts. This month you can check at the Welcome Desk or contact Paul Melka at pgmelka32@aol.com for more information about the Dynamic Catholic books and CDs. EVANGELIZATION IS EVERYONES JOB! For the sake of His sorrowful passion, have mercy on us And on the whole world! Remember to pray for others throughout this Easter Season Invite them to know Jesus!

3 Maria Stoey CHILDREN S & FAMILY MINISTRIES FAITH FORMATION SESSION SCHEDULES: Sundays PreK/ Kindergarten 10:55AM Noon or Elementary Session 10:10AM 10:55AM April 8, 15 Tuesday Elementary Sessions 4:45PM-5:45PM April 10, Registration for Elementary Opens April 7th Class times are changing to a choice of: Option #1- PreK/Kindergarten - 5th grade on Monday Afternoons 4:45-6PM or Option #2 1st Grade - 5th Grade on Wednesday Evenings 6:15-7:30PM First Sacraments sessions will be on Tuesday 6:15-7:30 First Eucharist Preparation Wrap Up Session for Parents and Children April 4th 6:30-7:30PM. Everyone gathers in the auditorium first. MOM S MINISTRY Please join us for a Pizza Picnic on April 19th at 10:30am in the McCall Center. The children will enjoy a story, crafts, pizza and juice! Fingers crossed for nice weather, but we will move the picnic indoors if needed. Please bring a canned food item to donate to the food pantry. Kate to RSVP: saintmarkmoms@gmail.com or call the parish offices. VBS Volunteer Meeting April 30th 6PM 7:30PM Adult Volunteers still needed! Shipwrecked landing here at St. Mark s June 25-29, 2018 but we need volunteers! SPARK FAMILY MINISTRY Think Spring! Our popular Parish Clean Up Day is scheduled for April 22nd! Please stmarkspark@gmail.com to sign up today! ADULT FAITH FORMATION Walking with Purpose A Women s Bible Study that can change your life! Please come see what we are about! Tuesday s either the morning session 9:30-11AM or evening session 7-8:30PM. For more information, contact Michele at mlbrob@gmail.com Sunday Morning Adult Study Group Join us on Sunday, April 8th in the White Hall 10:10AM to 10:50AM for coffee and conversation as we begin with Allen R. Hunt s Everybody Needs To Forgive Somebody. Please contact the parish offices or John by jmessler5252@gmail.com to be sure we have your copy reserved. Follow St. Mark StMarkYouthandYA HIGH SCHOOL! Life Teen: Next Life Night: April 12th 6:30p-8p in the youth room. Maria Stoey Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries mstoey@saintmarkfallston.org Confirmation: Next class April 15th Saint presentations and Service Hours due! Hungry for some Chick-Fil-a after Lent? Mark your calendars for April 24th! Help support our teens with your favorite meal! MIDDLE SCHOOL! Middle School Youth Ministry: ROOTS Next night April 23rd; 6:30p-8p All Middle schoolers welcome! Middle School Religious Education Next classes: April 9th and 10th YOUNG ADULTS! Contact Maria to get more involved! Interested in Boy Scouts? St. Marks has three BSA Charters: Cub Scouts grade Boy Scouts - 6 grade - 18 years old Venturing years old Contact Cathy Smith for more information: (443)

4 Weekend March 31st/April 1st Saturday 8:00 pm Christopher J. Hohenstein Fr. Jerry Sunday 7:00 am For the Parish Fr. Foley 9:00 am Fr. Ed Hemler Fr. Jerry 11:00 am CH Michael Hicks/Rick Jones Fr. Jerry 11:00 am FHS Fred W. Neubauer Msgr. Tewes Mass Intentions for the Week April 2nd 6th Weekday 9:00 am Monday-Friday Monday 7:30 Milton M. Slowikowski Fr. Foley 9:00 Laura Mazzei Fr. Jerry Tuesday Fr. Ed Hemler Fr. Jerry Wednesday Jack Kraus Msgr. Tewes Thursday 7:30 Marie Simeon Fr. Foley 9:00 Anna Miller Fr. Jerry Friday Arv DeVage Fr. Jerry Weekend April 7th/8th Saturday 4:00 pm Barbara Haley Fr. Jerry Sunday 7:30 am Anna Altieri Fr. Jerry 9:00 am Jenna Aldon Fr. Foley 11:00 am For the Parish Fr. Jerry Deceased of the Parish Please pray for the deceased of the Parish May God grant them eternal rest. DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY April 8, 2018 (The Second Sunday of Easter) Following the 11 am Mass in the Chapel, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in the Monstrance on the Altar. Please bring Religious Articles to be blessed. All are welcome! Food Pantry: Restocking the shelves...condiments, tomato products, can meals, pastas, fruit, tuna, laundry and dish detergent, deodorant, toothpaste. Gabriel Network: Diapers all sizes, baby wash, ointment and lotion. A Blessed and Happy Easter to All Evening aerobics will begin on Monday, April 2nd from 7 to 8 pm in the old hall. We offer a low impact aerobic program. It is held twice a week, Monday and Wednesday evening. It is a 10 week program for $ To sign up or get information call Pat at EWTN Global Catholic Network Would you like to see more Christ-centered, family television, radio and online services? If so, EWTN Global Catholic Network can be an answer to your prayers! EWTN s vast array of programming includes Daily Mass, devotionals, global Catholic news, powerful documentaries, music specials, exclusive teaching series, live call-in talk shows, young adult and children s programming and Church and Papal events. EWTN television is on Comcast Channel 291, Verizon/ FIOS Channel 285, Dish Network Channel 261 and DIRECTV Channel 370. EWTN Global Catholic Radio can be heard on SiriusXM Satellite Radio Channel 130, using the EWTN app, or streaming from EWTN.com. To learn, more visit Dr. Robert Wicks, Professor Emeritus at Loyola University MD, will offer a talk and book signing on his new book Night Call, which deals with embracing compassion and hope in a troubled world. This event will be at St. Ignatius, Hickory in the Parish Church on Wednesday, April 4th at 7 pm. You can register for this event by calling St. Ignatius Faith Formation Office at Tuition Assistance We are once again accepting applications for Catholic School tuition assistance. St. Mark helps a number of families every year seeing our duty as supporting Catholic education and Religious Education in every way. If you are sending your child or children to a Catholic School and would like some assistance, please pick up a form at the Welcome Center or in the Parish Office. Deadline: May 30, 2017

5 Thank you to Denise Kraus who made our Basket Bingo a remarkable success! Denise sacrifices her time and her house in preparation for this event which benefits our Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Please compliment her and thank her when you see her! September 16, Save The Date! Faith Fest MD 2018 at the Equestrian Center, Bel Air MD. A day of Food, Fun, Family and Faith from 2:30-7 PM. The Josh Blakesly Band, The Ike Ndolo Band and others perform on Main Stage. FREE children s activities including rock climbing, face painting, zip lining, petting zoo and more! Pit Beef, Pit Turkey, Food Trucks. Tents with adoration, confession, faith activities. Closing Mass with Archbishop Lori on the mainstage finishing with Fireworks! BAPTISM: Expectant parents are encouraged to contact the Coordinator of Faith Forma on before the birth of their child to register for the Bap sm Prepara on Class and to set a date for the celebra on. Adults interested in Bap sm should contact the Pastoral Associate. CONFIRMATION: Students who request this sacrament are prepared through a program of immediate prepara on as early as 9th grade. Students must already be a ending religious educa on classes that are independent of this prepara on. Please contact the Director of Youth Ministry. Adults interested in Confirma on and non-catholic Adults wishing to join the Catholic Church should contact the Pastoral Associate. MARRIAGE: Couples preparing for marriage should contact the Parish to schedule an appointment with either the Pastor or a Deacon at least 6 months in advance of the desired wedding date. A FREE DAY FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! Counting our Blessings Christ is Risen! As His disciples, we are called to go forth and spread the good news of Christ s Resurrection. The fruitful ministries at our parish are examples of how many of you have answered, and continue to answer, that call. To ensure such work can continue requires not only gifts of time, but also of financial help. I ask you to prayerfully consider supporting our parish with electronic donations through Faith Direct. You can find paper enrollment forms in the parish office, or you can sign up online at by using our church code, MD343. WEEKLY PARISH UPDATES: Have you signed up for Flocknotes so you can receive weekly parish news updates? If not, go to the St. Mark website ston.org and look for the cute, fluffy lamb. Click on the lamb. It takes just a few minutes to sign up. RECONCILIATION (Confession): The celebra on of the sacrament is available on Saturday from 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm in the Chapel. First Reconcilia on prepara on is offered for children in the second grade and older, who were enrolled in a religious educa on program the year before. Students reques ng this sacrament must also be currently enrolled in religious educa on classes. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The sacrament is available for all those in serious illness. Please call the Pastoral Associate, (443) HOSPITAL VISITATION: Due to the rule of confiden ality, hospitals will not no fy us when you are admi ed. If you would like prayer or a visit, please call the office of the Pastoral Associate, (443) EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY TO THE SICK & HOME BOUND: If someone cannot a end Mass because of hospitaliza on, serious illness, injury or similar circumstance, communion may be brought to parishioners in their homes, the hospital or nursing home. Please call the office of the Pastoral Associate, (443)

6 SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 THE EQUESTRIAN CENTER, BEL AIR FREE! FOOD, FUN, FAMILY, FAITH CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES INCLUDING ROCK CLIMBING, ZIP LINING, PETTING ZOO, FACE PAINTING, BOUNCY HOUSES. FOOD TRUCKS, PIT BEEF AND PIT TURKEY ADORATION, CONFESSION CLOSING MASS WITH ARCHBISHOP LORI

7 St. Mark Vacation Bible School 2018 June 25 th through 29 th from 9:30a.m. to 12:30p.m. For pre-school children 3 years old through those in 5 th Grade in the Fall of 2018 $25.00 per child Space is limited so please sign up early! Fee Includes: Crafts, Snacks, Games, Music, Closing Picnic & FUN! Use Registration Form Below or Online via St. Mark Office of Faith Formation, 2407 Laurel Brook Road, Fallston, MD Register with payment by May 7, 2018 and receive a FREE music CD *1 per family REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 29, 2018 Register Early! Child's Name: Age M / F Grade: First Last (in August 2018) Child's Name: Age M / F Grade: First Last (in August 2018) Child's Name: Age M / F Grade: First Last (in August 2018) Health Concerns, allergies (Please use back if needed) Parent/ Guardian Name: Phone: Address: Street City ZIP Phone#: If you are not a member of St. Mark's, please tell us where you worship: Please attach $25.00 payment with registration; checks payable to St. Mark. PARENT/ Guardian SIGNATURE:

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