Our Lady of the Rosary

Transcription

1 Our Lady of the Rosary East Main Street Larose, LA Fax: Website: ww.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org M ASS SCHEDULE Weekends Saturday:... Vigil 4PM Sunday:... 7AM, 10AM, 5:30PM Weekdays Monday-Friday:... 7:30AM Friday School Mass:... 9:00AM 1st Saturday:... 7:30AM O FFICE HOURS Monday-Friday: 8AM NOON & 1PM 4PM P ARISH STAFF P O :... (985) F :... (985) Rectory:... (985) Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor... ext. 27 Rev. Domingo Cruz, Assoc. Pastor... ext. 26 Jennifer Sanamo, Dir. of Rel. Ed.... ext. 25 Lisa H. Danos, Office Manager... ext. 11 Lauren Moore, Secretary... ext. 10 Perry LeBlanc, Maintenance Tommy Robichaux, Pastoral Council Gary Rebstock, Financial Council S ACRAMENTS S B : Contact the Parish Office at least 6 weeks in advance. See page 7 of bulletin for requirements. S R : 20 minutes before all masses and by appointment S M : Couples should make arrangements at the parish office at least six months before the desired wedding date. S S : If someone is ill, please call the parish office to arrange for the priest to administer the Sacrament of the Sick. F : Arrangements may be made at the Parish Office. A DORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Eucharistic adoration is held in the chapel at the parish office. June 25, 2017 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time H OLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL East Main St., Larose, LA Scott Bouzigard, Principal S O :... (985) F :... (985) Website: holyroselm@htdiocese.org

2 SHEPHERD S VOICE We are called at our baptism to bear witness to the faith In every age, Christ and his Church have been persecuted. Despite his message of love and compassion (or perhaps because of it), Jesus was taunted by leaders and ordinary people alike. Even his death on a cross and his victorious Resurrection did not convince every person that he was the Son of God, the promised Messiah. Some of his followers abandoned him. His Apostles faced ridicule and death. Countless early Christians were martyred for their faith. Religious communities have split apart over doctrine and liturgical practices. Wars have been fought, crusades have been waged and earthly kingdoms have been torn apart all over differences in religion or political ideologies. Let us draw insights from our Readings this Sunday. Today, we encounter the prophet Jeremiah (Jer 20:10-13), who, in his youth, had been called by the Lord to be a prophet during times of great political upheaval. He says, I have committed my cause to the Lord. Despite imprisonment, scourging, threats from enemies and former friends, and his own interior crises, Jeremiah remained steadfast because he knew the Lord was with him like a mighty warrior. Saint Paul (Romans 5:12-15) reminds the Romans that Adam brought sin and death into the world and thus death came to all men, inasmuch as all sinned. He compares the effect of Adam s disobedience to God s will to Christ s total obedience to the Father s will-and the effect that each had on the human race. One is the cause of the human condition -the other, the source of our salvation. For the past several Sundays, we have been hearing the Gospel accounts of how Christ called his Apostles. He carefully shared the Father s message of love as mercy with each of them. But at the same time, Jesus acknowledged that they would encounter a world that was hostile to that message. In today s Gospel, Jesus continues his instruction to them, cautioning them to fear no one speak in the light.proclaim on the housetops. They would be protected by the same Father who cares for sparrow. Most of all, they should never deny Christ before others. Like Jeremiah and the Apostles, Jesus has called us too. At our baptism, we became followers, and through the grace of the sacraments and the support of our Christian community, we have been called to share that same message of mercy, love and salvation through Christ. We, too, face a world that can be hostile to Christianity and is indifferent to its message. So, how are we doing? Have we ever been too silent, too weak, too uninformed, and too docile? Do we stand up to what the culture is proclaiming or do we capitulate to its temptations? Have we ever gone so far as to deny Christ before others? Let us continue to pray that God s grace will sustain us, and that we will give better witness to the truth of the Gospel and salvation to a world in need of hearing it. We welcome the Archbishop of Capiz, Philippines and his two priests doing the mission appeal. Please be generous to Archbishop Advincula s appeal. Please keep me and my family in your prayers as I do with you while am in the Philippines. God bless. Fr. Roni

3 Archdiocese of Capiz (Philippines) Constructs Lolek s Home Situated in the island of Panay in the Visayas (Philippines), Capiz was established as a Diocese in 1951 and elevated to an Archdiocese in Capiz is a home to a population of 701,664 and around 93 per cent of whom are Catholics. Currently, Capiz is blessed to have 130 diocesan priests who minister to the spiritual needs of the faithful. Some are on loan to some dioceses in the United States and the Pacific Islands, others are on further studies, but majority are working in the archdiocese. However some are already old and sickly. This is precisely the reason why there is a need to prepare a decent place for them where they can enjoy their retirement days or recuperate from their illnesses. This retirement home is called Lolek s Home for the Sick and the Aged Priests. Lolek by the way was the nickname of St. John Paul II, under whose patronage this retirement home is entrusted. The proposed retirement home complex consists of three (duplex) units with an estimated building cost of US$ 176, and a 2-storey residence building with an estimated building cost of US$ 116, which will house the Merciful Brothers of St. Joseph (MBSJ), a religious group assigned to take care of our priests and to supervise and maintain the area. The total project construction cost amounts to US$ 292, At present, with the amount locally raised from fun-runs, special collections from the faithful, and donations from generous individuals, the construction of the first of the three duplexes has already been completed. Each apartment of every duplex has a room for a priest and a small room for his caregiver. However, the great cost of building Lolek's Home with the needed facilities and personnel is simply beyond the meager means collected from and donated by the local faithful. This brings the Archbishop and the Clergy of the Archdiocese of Capiz humbly knocking at the generous hearts of the faithful of the Diocese of Pittsburgh through the work of MISSION APPEAL. In this connection, Most Rev. Jose F. Advincula Jr., D.D., Archbishop of Capiz, Rev. Virgilio F. Ciudadano, Vice-Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Capiz and Fr. Anthony Nigel D. Bernas, a priest of the Archdiocese of Capiz who now ministers in the Diocese of Peoria in Illinois, will be conducting the said Mission Appeal in your Parish Our Lady of Rosary on June 24-25, Please pray for, help, and support this project for the old and sick priests of the Archdiocese of Capiz. Surely, your donations will be of great help in the realization of Lolek's Home and for which you will be forever remembered and thanked for. Thank you very much and we entrust this endeavor to the protection and motherly care of Our Lady, the Blessed Virgin Mary

4 S D A B : In memory of Karen Adams (B) by Pierce Family. A W : In memory of Rickie Bouvier by Family. O C : In memory of Herman Melancon by Patti & Randall. R W Monday: Gn 12:1-9; Ps 33:12-13, 18-20, 22; Mt 7:1-5 Tuesday: Gn 13:2, 5-18; Ps 15:2-4ab, 5; Mt 7:6, Wednesday: Gn 15:1-12, 17-18; Ps 105:1-4, 6-9; Mt 7:15-20 Thursday: Vigil: Acts 3:1-10; Ps 19:2-5; Gal 1:11-20; Jn 21:15-19 Day: Acts 12:1-11; Ps 34:2-9; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18; Mt 16:13-19 Friday: Gn 17:1, 9-10, 15-22; Ps 128:1-5; Mt 8:1-4 Saturday: Gn 18:1-15; Lk 1:46-50, 53-55; Mt 8:5-17 Sunday: 2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a; Ps 89:2-3, 16-19; Rom 6:3-4, 8-11; Mt 10:37-42 TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The Eucharistic Prayers at the heart of our liturgy have a long history, beginning with the extemporaneous prayers of the early Christians. The presiders gave thanks from their hearts, not from any prearranged text, over the gifts of bread and wine. When the assembly had the sense that enough was said, someone would call out Amen! and that was that. For the most part, the plan flowed directly from Jewish meal prayers, which always recalled God s mighty deeds. Some other markers and signposts were added almost everywhere fairly early, like the presider s call to attention: Lift up your hearts! Scholars have provided us with translations of many early texts. These have actually helped us craft new liturgical prayers, because until the liturgical reforms of forty years ago, no one could recall any prayer but the Roman Canon, now called Eucharistic Prayer I. For hundreds of years in the West, it was our only Eucharistic Prayer, and it was only in Latin. But the history of our Eucharistic Prayers is amazingly fruitful, and models have come down to us that have yielded new insights and expressions. The old custom of improvising texts according to a master plan has not endured, but we have now rediscovered a plan of standardizing the text while allowing for a great variety. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. We welcome all newcomers to Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church and invite you to register as members of our parish family. Please contact the parish office or go online to complete the registration forms. STEWARDSHIP June Envelopes $3, Loose $1, Bank Draft $1, Total $6, Youth Ministry $1, Other $ Our Lady of the Rosary Church Parish is sustained by the generosity of its parishioners through time, talent and treasure. For all that you do, thank you. EAR BUDS NEEDED FOR HEARING DEVICES IN CHURCH If you have unused earbuds that you aren t using please consider donating them to the office. If you are a hearing device user please consider purchasing your own pair. M S June 24 4PM June 25 7AM June 25 10AM Jeffery T. Jon C. Cody L. 1B Wilber L 4B Jennifer D. 2C Daria T. 3C Roland T. 5C Betty M 6C Wylie M. L Miriam C. C Edmond C. 1B John G. 4B Ned C. 2C Jackie G. 3C Donna N. 5C Bertie A. 6C Mark B. L Gail T. C Perry L. Volunteer Luke C. 1B James A. 4B Kelley K. 2C Chris C. 3C Debra C. 5C Linwood K. 6C Peggy L. L Lonny B. C Bonnie B. Luke B. Claire B. Kollin K. June 25 5:30PM Metanoia 1B Tony S. 4B Patrick N. 2C Kelly B. 3C Nicole W. 5C Rachael A. 6C Jake T. L Laurel C. C Kent. B. Abby L. Miranda D. Cieralyn C Family Directories can be picked up at the parish office during office hours.

5 Train up a child in the way he should and when he is old, he will not depart from it -Proverbs 22:6 We are currently accepting registration for the school year. FMI call the Office of Religious (985) ext. 25. HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS FOR CEMETERY Should a hurricane or tropical storm come our way, we ask you to pick up any flowers & containers you have in the cemetery. If you choose not to do so, we cannot guarantee that they will be there after the storm. WALKING TOWARD GOD If we walk one step toward God, God will run ten steps toward us. Anonymous FEAR NOT How do people find hope in the face of suffering and death? That is the question addressed by today s scriptures. We hear of the suffering of Jeremiah and the psalmist. We hear of the death that reigned from Adam to Moses (Romans 5:14). We hear of the fears of the Twelve as Jesus sends them out into the world to preach and heal. Through all this tribulation one message rings out loud and clear Do not be afraid! The God who saved Jeremiah and the psalmist and Jesus is fully present to save us through the gracious gift of Jesus Christ. We have nothing and no one to fear. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. Ladies Altar Society of Our Lady of the Rosary If you are interested in joining, please fill out the form below and return with your $10 dues in an envelope marked L.A.S. Name: Mailing Address: Contact Number: Birthdate: Special Talents:

6 Mass Intentions Saturday, June 24: Angelina Angelette Poche, Alden Poche, M/M Angelo Angelette; Al Theriot (DA); Thanksgiving for special favors granted, Rev. Anselmo NN Ngai, Rev. Francisco Phan V Tham; Ruth & Gordon Richard, Kelly Cantrelle; Anna Theriot; Francis Foret; Weldon Dumond (B), Sam Delatte, Enola Griffin, Louis & Corrine Dubois; Joshua LeBlanc (B), Alvin Theriot (DA), Joseph & Celestine (B) Guidry, Sidney & Francis Badeaux, Sr. & Jr. (Sr. s B & DA), Albert & Thelma Orgeron; Roland, Greg, Joshua LeBlanc (B), Robin LeBlanc Williams, Jill LeBlanc Hebert, Baby Chelsea; George Parr; Lucy & Loris Naquin (WA) Sunday, June 25: Theo Faulk, Blake Gisclair; Adams, Guidry, Trosclair Families & Friends, Souls in Purgatory; Donald Orgeron, Sr. (DA), Harold Nicol, Sr., Norma Nicol David; Edville & Thelma Pierce, Kenneth Pierce, Karen P. Adams; Joseph Leonard; Paul Callais (DA); Allen Lee (DA); Grant Louviere; Donny Smith, Dolores Hebert; Shantelle Hancock, Patricia Marie, Diane Pinel, Herman Bruce; Larry Robichaux, Victor & Mathilde Curole, Elmo, Sr. & Lelia Robichaux Monday, June 26: Beauregard & Shirley Ledet; Allen Rebstock, Sr. Tuesday, June 27: George Delatte (B), Mable Delatte, Ruby Pierce, Ruby Bradford, Clara Ledet; Allen Rebstock, Sr. Wednesday, June 28: Tony Chouest; Elmire (WA), Eleamore, Clovis Guidroz Thursday, June 29: Allen Lee (B) Friday, June 30: Theo Faulk, Blake Gisclair; Macklin & Lucia Danos (DA); Steven Theriot (B) We have removed the majority of the names from the sick list, with the exception of the most recently submitted names. If you or someone you know would like to have their name placed on the sick list for prayers, please call the Parish Office at Please pray for these members of our parish family and all our loved ones who are ill. Robert Adams Dianna Allemand Dusty Allemand Harry Allemand, Jr. Michael Allemand Michael Bailleaux, Jr. Ansena Cheramie Barbier Jake Barrios Chantel Bitter Chad Bourgeois Connie Brady Jimmie Breaux Chris Brunet Anthony Cantrelle Hennely Chabert Patrick Chandler Florence Cheramie Mae Cheramie Bryan Chiasson Patsy Curole Roy & Carolyn Dubois Loretta Duet Lou Ella Dufrene Jeff Estay Jessie Estay Stacy Galliano Drake Gisclair Merline Gisclair Crystal Green Joyce Griffin Ronald Gros Betty Guidry Corinne Guidry Jackie Guidry Loretta Guidry Marlon Guidry Sandra Guidry Neva Hayes Lexi Larousse and Baby Armina Brignac Aline LeBlanc Wilma LeBlanc Marilyn Ledet Willie Lefort Tim Long Janet Melancon Odette Orgeron Deanie Pere Brock Pleasance Martha Plaisance Kenny Robichaux John Sanamo Hazel Thibodaux Mary Thibodaux Jean Vizier Josiah Zeringue And the sick & suffering known only to God.

7 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat JUNE PM KC B M PM Mass study PM Mass 11 BAPTISM study PM KC Mtg. 16 STEUBENVILLE W 17 4PM M Study AM Nursing Home Mass 24 4PM Mass Vacation Bible School begins 27 study PM Baptism Seminar 30 Vacation Bible School ends COMMUNION FOR THE HOME-BOUND If you would like to donate memorial flowers for the altars, please contact Hilda Guidry at We want to be sure that all in the parish who cannot come to Mass because they are elderly or ill have the opportunity of the sacraments. Please turn in this information for a family member, a friend or a neighbor. Name: Phone #: Address: Caretaker: Phone # Please return this information to the parish office. Use one of the following ways: a. Fill it out and put it in the collection basket. b. Fill it out and bring it to the parish office. c. Call the parish office at to give information. BAPTISMAL PREPARATION Our Lady of the Rosary Baptismal Preparation consists of one mandatory Baptismal Seminar which consists of an information session which is on the last Thursday of the month at 7PM in the Saltillo Room. Call the parish office to register. Both parents and Godparents/sponsors are required to attend the Baptismal Seminar prior to the birth of the baby. Parents must provide a copy of the child s birth certificate. Godparents/Sponsors must meet Canon Law requirements: 1. Be a Catholic. 2. Be a practicing Catholic. This means, a Catholic person who is in an invalid marriage (not in a Catholic Church marriage) cannot be a sponsor/godparent. A cohabiting Catholic person who is not married, (living with someone) cannot be a godparent. 3. Be sixteen (16) years of age or older. 4. Must be a confirmed Catholic. 5. A baptized non Catholic may stand as a witness, along with a confirmed Catholic. UPCOMING SEMINARS: June 29, July 27, August 31 BULLETIN DEADLINE The deadline for placing a notice or announcement in the weekly bulletin is 12 noon on Monday. You are welcome to submit your request by calling the parish office at or ing holyrosarylarose@htdiocese.org. Thank you for your cooperation.