St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church 1602 Thousand Oaks Drive - San Antonio, TX

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1 St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church 1602 Thousand Oaks Drive - San Antonio, TX Our Mission Statement: to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to all God s people by word and action. PARISH DIRECTORY PASTORAL OFFICE Pastor Rev. Msgr. Kevin Ryan Ext. 312 Pastoral Administrator Dot Hamlin Ext. 311 Pastoral Associate Catherine Lopez Ext. 315 Development Director Shane Hamilton Ext. 306 Asst. Bookkeeper Brenda Houchens Ext. 313 Administrative Asst. Marisa Knuffke Ext. 300 Parish Data Services Zulaika L. Muñiz Ext. 327 Deacon Gil Hernandez Deacon Raul Adam Deacon Steve Marques LITURGY OFFICE Liturgy/Pastoral Care Catherine Lopez Ext. 315 Liturgy Asst. Carroll Migura Ext. 307 Music Director Dolores Martinez Ext. 316 Music Director Asst. Courtney Guernsey Ext. 330 Sunday Receptionist Kathleen Bedingfield Ext. 303 FAITH FORMATION/RELIGIOUS ED Director of Adult Faith Formation - Paul Vance Ext. 326 Christian Initiation Ministry, (R.C.I.A.), Spiritual Direction, Quinceañeras - Anne Kemper Ext. 329 Director of High School Youth Ministry - Cindy Hamilton Ext. 331 Asst. High School Youth Minister - Daniel Glaze Ext. 334 Coordinator of Middle School Youth - Dorothy Godines Ext. 332 Administrative Assistant Youth Offices- Shelly Rubio Ext. 333 Director of Elementary Faith Formation - Theresa Crow Ext. 324 Baptism & Childcare Coordinator - Donna Scalia Ext. 325 PRE-SCHOOL OFFICES Co-Directors Kathy Glendening Ext. 321 Connie Magott Ext. 322 Administrative Asst. Sharon Pena Ext. 337 PHYSICAL PLANT Manager Team Leader Custodians George Wetherill Juan Olivo Rosa Hernandez Irene Marin CHURCH REGISTRATION Are you new in the parish? You are invited to register in the Pastoral Office, Monday-Thursday 9:00 5:00; Friday 8:00 4:00 (Closed 12:00-1:00 PM), or in the Pastoral Offices located in the church on Saturday or Sunday. Registration forms are also available on our website: Pastor: Rev. Msgr. Kevin E. Ryan PARISH OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM FRIDAY 8:00 AM TO 4:00 PM (CLOSED FOR LUNCH FROM 12:00 1:00 PM MON.-FRI.) PHONE: FAX: FOR AFTER HOURS EMERGENCIES: PHONE AND FOLLOW ANSWERING MACHINE INSTRUCTIONS SUNDAY: MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MASS SCHEDULE: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM 8:15 AM, & 6:30 PM 6:30 AM 6:30 AM & 8:15 AM 6:30 AM & 8:15 AM 8:15 AM 5:00 PM COMMUNION SERVICES: MONDAY 6:30 AM TUESDAY 8:15 AM FRIDAY 6:30 AM SATURDAY 7:30 AM RECONCILIATION SERVICES: SATURDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (OR BY APPOINTMENT ) ADORATION HOURS: TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM SACRAMENTAL PREPARATIONS: FOR INFORMATION ON PREPARING FOR THE SACRAMENTS OF BAPTISM, FIRST RECONCILIA- TION, FIRST EUCHARIST, OR CONFIRMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE FAITH FORMATION OFFICE AT: , Ext ANOINTING OF THE SICK TO SCHEDULE AN ANOINTING, PLEASE CALL: , EXT. 315, OR EXT. 307 MATRIMONY: FOR INFORMATION ON PREPARATION FOR MATRIMONY, PLEASE CONTACT THE PASTORAL OFFICE AT: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 The LORD keeps faith forever, secures justice for the oppressed, gives food to the hungry. Psalm 146:7 THE POOR As Christians, we hear a lot about the witness and service that we are called to render to the poor among us. However, the poor also have a witness and a service to render to us. Like the actions of the widow in today s Gospel, the openness and generosity of many of those who are poor, even in the midst of their own poverty, bear witness to the fact that, ultimately, we can depend only on God. Giving one s all witnesses that God will give all to anyone who trusts in divine goodness. The poor or disadvantaged also serve. They serve judgment on our individual and corporate ways of acting. If people are sleeping in our streets, that is a judgment on our priorities regarding others. At the same time, the poor can act as mediators of salvation. When they care for others they can redeem our indifference and insensibility, lead us to care as well, and save us from ourselves. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co.

2 MASS INTENTIONS & READINGS SATURDAY, November 10th Phil 4:10-19; Lk 16:9-15 5:00 PM Margaret E. Millenacker & Edward A. Millenacker Requested by Sharon & Dick Homuth SUNDAY, November 11th 1 Kgs 17:10-16; Ps 146; Heb 9:24-28; Mk 12:38-44 [41-44] 8:00 AM Mary & Joseph Curley Requested by Mary Lou & Ysau Flores 10:00 AM Leo Rodriguez Requested by Ron & Rosalie Hallenberger 12:00 PM Ella Mae Hibbs 5:00 PM Ron & Laura Berg MONDAY, November 12th Ti 1:1-9; Lk 17:1-6 8:15 AM Ki y Polka Requested by John & Carol Lawlor Requested by Teresa Berg Requested by John & Rosie Lindquist 6:30 PM Delia Galvan Requested by Ercilia Cantu TUESDAY, November 13th Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Lk 17:7-10 6:30 AM James S. Massey, Jr. Requested by Dora Massey & Family WEDNESDAY, November 14th Ti 3:1-7; Lk 17: :30 AM Olan & Verla Tegeler Requested by Alan & Nancy Tegeler 8:15 AM Holy Souls in Purgatory Special Intention THURSDAY, November 15th Phlm 7-20; Lk 17: :30 AM The St. Mark the Evangelist Community Special Intention 8:15 AM William & Lillian McBride Requested by Charles McBride FRIDAY, November 16th 2 Jn 4-9; Lk 17: :15 AM Raouf Hakim & Raymond Lakah Requested by Yvette Magee SATURDAY, November 17th 3 Jn 5-8; Lk 18:1-8 5:00 PM Dorothy La Hood SUNDAY, November 18th Dn 12:1-3; Ps 16; Heb 10:11-14, 18; Mk 13: :00 AM Frank Somogyi 10:00 AM Rudolfo Gu errez 12:00 PM Claudio Or z Requested by George La Hood Requested by Michael & Kay Parker Requested by Harvey Gutierrez Requested by the Ortiz family 5:00 PM Frank Daleiden Requested by Nancy Daleiden & Family 1. Sacrosanctum concilium, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Inter Mirifica, Decree On the Means of Social Communication, Lumen Gentium, Dogmatic Constitution On the Church, Orientalium Ecclesiarum, Decree On the Catholic Churches of the Eastern Rite, Unitatis Redintegratio, Decree on Ecumenism, Christus Dominus, Decree Concerning the Pastoral Office of Bishops In the Church, Perfectae Caritatis, Decree On Renewal of Religious Life, Optatam Totius, Decree On Priestly Training, Gravissimum Educationis, Declaration On Christian Education, Nostra Aetate, Declaration On the Relation Of the Church to Non- Christian Religions, Dei Verbum, Dogmatic Constitution On Divine Revelation, Apostolicam Actuositatem, Decree On the Apostolate of the Laity, Dignitatis Humanae, Declaration On Religious Freedom, Ad Gentes, Decree On the Mission Activity of the Church, Presbyterorum Ordinis, Decree On the Ministry and Life of Priests, Gaudium et Spes, Pastoral Constitution On the Church In the Modern World,1965. WE PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR COMMUNITY Maria Garcia Nina Erdman Geneviee Heffernan Tom Gunderson Michael Sanchez Marie Harrison Lawton Harrison Lisa Anthony Francisco Moreno, III Alyssa Banda Elizabeth Frei Josephine Huizar Morgan Schooley Lucila & Federico Garcia Rachael Papa Alexis Perez Abigail Cuevas Deacon John Michel Craig Raddick Florence Gibson Deacon Gil Hernandez Angela Portillo Terry Harvey Lucy Respondek Marvin Boroski Billy Callanan Pedro Garza Frank D. Holzmann Cruz Martinez Irma Gonzales Araceli Martinez Enrique Garcia Winfried Daum Benjamin Hami Barbara Jungman Kocurek Jane Houser Joe Grogan Robert Clifford Verlene Francis Harrison Szymczak Gina Sullivan Michael Hood Laura Boes Richard Houser Martha Melton Adam Zurovec Elizabeth Huff Bobbie Bozek Cindy Visosky Mary Jane Fox Martha Melton Gary Gates FIFTY FACTS FOR FIFTY YEARS The Second Vatican Council gave us sixteen documents. Beth Jones Rick Ewaniszyk Nora Mae Fulmer Sylvester N. Obi Fr. Pat O'Shea The Humpal Family Alice Zamora Dorothy Reis Christen McWhorter Stefanie Hunt Harold Payne Kate Phelan Peggy Hayes Obringer Betty Rodgers Peggy Barbee Thomas Mihun Lisa Hunt Celia Fernandez William Petray Frank Perri Isabelle Santos Guadalupe Torres Matthew Ortiz Maria Rodriguez Matt Kreger Scott Harris Sandy Harris Dale Barbee Rachel Mora Terri Ehrlich Julie Keegan Stephanie Keegan Maria Ortiz Bob Marin Mary Gutierrez Rosie Lindquist Esperanza Sample Al Keegan Teresa Berg Frank Ayala Elizabeth Ayala Lynn Hufford Joseph M. Volmer Kelly Klar Lorena Rodriguez Connie McRae Dolores M. Valero Lani A. Mejia Doris Hoyt Valerie G. Franklin Matthew Margotta Fairlie Zwartjes We offer our prayers and sympathy to our parishioners who have experienced a death in their family. We pray for those who have died recently. May they rest in peace. Robert Carneiro Saba Mebrahtu Jackie Salcito Walter Young Grace Toland Mike Churchman Lois Morris Connie Kuykendall Mary Ellen McGinley Ken Macinga Liz Czervinske Begonia Cole Conor Hopkins Lucia Masters Raymond Zwartjes Ben Brown Michael Czervinske Kay Barncord Doyle & Manda Gates Bishop Thomas Flanagan M.W. Rollin Elroy & Gail Tschirhart Margaret Harty Minnie Arispe Jose Luis Urbina Cecile & Leonard Simecki Mitch Achee Victor Zavala Andrew Klauenberg Jean Bailey Ehren Klauenberg Eduardo Cabellero, Jr. Dolores Knuffke Mary Delatte Valeria Pena Michael Swierc Tom Gers Donna Mazzara Paul Zuniga Chuck Van Alen Georgia Crow Esmerelda H. Gonzalez Mike Shafer Velma Greer William E. Fitch Jean Macina Amy Klar Tschirhart Tanya Pittman Catherine Holzmann Lisa Perri Molina David Fischer Gale Kahnweiler *Note: If you wish to be removed from the prayer list, please contact pastoral offices at , so that we may remove you from the list.

3 Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: SAINTS & SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Veterans Day; Remembrance Day (Canada) St. Josaphat St. Frances Xavier Cabrini St. Albert the Great St. Margaret of Scotland; St. Gertrude St. Elizabeth of Hungary FRANCISCA XAVIER CABRINI ( ) VIRGIN (MEMORIAL) Born in Italy, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini never dreamed that she would be the first (naturalized) citizen of the United States to be canonized. In fact, almost nothing in her life turned out as planned. The order she had hoped to enter denied her admission. The bishop closed the orphanage she worked in, but named her the first prioress of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart. She wanted to go to China, but the Pope encouraged her to go to New York to work with Italian immigrants instead. When she arrived, the house she intended to turn into an orphanage was unavailable and the Archbishop of New York suggested she return to Italy. Undaunted, she not only stayed, she founded a total of 67 institutions dedicated to the care of the poor, the abandoned, the uneducated, and the sick. Pope Pius XII said of her, "She never let anything turn her aside from striving and aiming to please God and to work for his glory for which nothing, aided by God's grace, seemed too laborious, or difficult, or beyond human strength." St. Francis Cabrini, pray for us when we are tempted to let obstacles keep us from using our gifts for others. TREASURES FROM OUR CATHOLIC TRADITION New religious faith gives fresh lenses for viewing human customs, and the wisdom to transform them. In the ancient world, the Romans feared the dead. Funeral customs were designed to hasten the departure of souls to the next world. Cremation was the rule, although burial increased in popularity in the second century. Procession from the place of death to the place of cremation or burial was the most important part of the funeral. Those who carried the funeral bier carried it low, close to the ground, to promote the soul s departure to the nether world. Christians, on the other hand, did not fear the dead, but cherished them as they consigned them to Christ s love and protection. Gradually, they began to reject customs rooted in fear. Christians carried their dead to their resting places singing, with the bier carried high, away from the ground and toward the heavens. For the Christian, the grave was a sign of hope and a place of remembrance. Superstitious Romans feared burial places, and so the Christians cherished them as places of remembrance and prayer, and in time, even celebrated the Eucharist there. In November, many of us visit the cemetery for prayer and the autumn clean up. By cherishing our dead, we are responding in faith to a vital part of our Christian tradition. STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION Stewardship: responding to God s gifts" Throughout our human lives we continue to learn by our actions and their results. Through Stewardship of God s gifts we grow in understanding of his love for us. The widow in Zarephath fed Elijah with the last of her flour and oil, and was able to feed herself and her son and Elijah for another year. Her willingness to trust the prophet resulted in a continuing blessing during a time of famine. A widow was the subject of a teaching moment for Jesus when he observed her donating to the temple treasury. In our efforts to observe Christ s command to love our neighbor, may we grow in faith and holiness. THIS WEEK AT ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST Monday, November 12th Senior Nutrition Luncheon Young at Heart Senior's Club Alcoholics Anonymous CH #201 EDGE New Leg. Children's Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary Scouts #657 Den & Pack Meeting BrotherHood Men's January ACTS Meeting CH #201 Adult Confirmation Classes Divine Mercy CH #202 Monday Night Prayer Group Brides Rm. Tuesday, November 13th Library Open Jeff Cavin's - ACTS Bible Study - morning session Eucharistic Adoration Centering Prayer Group Women's Guild Monthly Meeting Secrets of the Rosary Study Group Jeff Cavin's - ACTS Bible Study - evening session Troop #500 Meeting Wednesday, November 14th Library Various Adoration Brides Rm. Charism Various Brotherhood Library Open Library Eucharistic Adoration Adoration B-2-L New Legacy Spirit & Word Charismatic Prayer Group CH #202 Cub Scouts #657 Den & Pack Meeting Brotherhood ACTS Reunion R.C.I.A. /Holy Fam. 10:00 Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary Engage New Leg/Gym Choir Section Rehearsals Day Chapel ACTS Men's Prayer Group CH #201 Thursday, November 15th Small Faith Community Matt/Mark Eucharistic Adoration Adoration Centering Prayer Group Brides Room EDGE Core New Legacy Cub Scouts #657 Den & Pack Meeting BrotherHood Bible Study - Time Line CH # ACTS - Men in Recovery CH #201 5:00 Choir Rehearsals Sanctuary Friday, November 16th Quilters CH #201/202 Divine Mercy Adoration Adoration Saturday, November 17th STEWARDSHIP COMMITMENT WEEKEND 6th Grade Retreat Gym/New Leg. Retrouvaille CH #201/202 Reconciliation Sanctuary Sunday, November 18th STEWARDSHIP COMMITMENT WEEKEND TODAY'S 2ND COLLECTION CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Catechumenate for Children New Legacy Special Needs Class Insp./Charism Breaking Open the Word #3 Retrouvaille CH #201/202 Teen Breaking Open the Word Library Natural Family Planning Matt/Mark Lifeteen Choir Warm-up Sanctuary (Note: this is a highlight of events taking place this week at St. Mark the Evangelist)

4 FAITH FORMATION FAITH FORMATION CLASSES *Faith Formation for Pre-school age Children continues this weekend of November 10 & 11. *Formation for Special Needs Children continues this weekend. *Faith Formation-Elementary (K-5 grade) continues this weekend of November 10 & 11. *Faith Formation for Middle School or The Edge continues this Sunday, November 10 at 3:30pm and Monday, November 11 at 6:30pm. *Faith Formation for High School or LifeTeen continues this Sunday, November 11 at 6:15pm. *The Catechumenate for Children (RCIA/CFC) the process for sacramental preparation for older children, meets every Sunday at the 10:00 am Liturgy and then in New Legacy. *RCIA (The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) the conversion process for those wanting to inquire about entering the Catholic Church, or for those wanting to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church, meets Sunday mornings at the 10:00 am Mass, and Wednesday evenings from 7:15 pm 9:00 pm in the Room and the Holy Family Room. Find St. Marks on Facebook! Campbell s Soup Labels Elementary Faith Formation is collecting soup labels to purchase supplies needed for our parish. You can bring your labels with you on any Faith Formation Sunday. Please include the barcode as shown in the picture below. CHILDCARE INFORMATION Childcare is available in the Noah's Ark room for ages 1+, when scheduled ahead of the event. During evening events, for the safety of your children and the caregivers, please ONLY enter and exit through the doors across from the Community Center. Contact Donna Scalia at x 325 for more information. St. Mark Catholic Faith Formation for High School Youth LIFE NIGHT - Sunday at 6:15 pm - All High School Teens invited Theology of the Body - Sunday at 6:15 pm - Fall Semester for High School Freshman RCIA for Teens - Sunday at 3:30 pm - For all Teens who missed Baptism or Holy Communion Confirmation II - Sunday at 3:00 pm in the Spring - Preparation for Conf. II Candidates Reconciliation Preparation - Saturday January 19th at 10:00 am For more information about any of these areas call Cindy at The 2013 Life Awareness Retreat will take place at the Cordi-Marian Retreat Center on January 11-13, ENGAGE Introducing ENGAGE for high school youth. ENGAGE - it's not your grandpa's SMYG, anymore!!! This year we are focusing on becoming engaged with your Community, Church and... Your relationship with Christ!! Our next meeting is November 28th from 7pm - 9pm Fall & Winter Workshops For All Cantors, Lectors, Deacons & Everyone Wishing to Give Pulpit Talks Our parish has a wonderful opportunity. We are blessed to have Catherine and John Nix with us facilitating and guiding us in a series of special workshops. Cathy and John will help us reflect upon our ministry as we strive to proclaim the Word, whether it is thru music and song, thru sharing of the Scriptures, or thru speaking after Mass on behalf of our particular ministry. The final workshop will be offered on Monday, January 14 from 7-9pm Please call Catherine or Carroll at for more info. As a member of the parish community you are invited to show your support in any of the following ways: Continue to pray for vocations. Encourage and invite young adults to consider a vocation to the priesthood or religious life, and support those in your parish already in formation. Consider joining the Lay Vocation Promoters, a group of lay men and women committed to helping others explore their call to church vocations. For more information contact Ana Bojorquez at the Archdiocese Vocation Office by calling

5 FAITH FORMATION THANK YOU FOR USING YOUR PARISH ID LABELS St. Mark self-addressed envelopes are available in the Sunday Church Office between weekend Masses, or in the Pastoral Office during the week. For labels and/or envelopes, call Zulaika at , ext 327. LIBRARY NEWS Visit the St. Mark library where you will find a variety of books, videos, and DVDs for the whole family to enjoy. Library Hours Tuesday & Wednesday 8:30-10:30am Sunday 8:30-12pm From the Office of Worship at the Archdiocese: Differentiation between Mass Intentions and General Intercessions: It has come to the attention of the Office of Worship that General Intercessions often include individual names of people for whom this Mass is celebrated. Please Note: The Mass is NEVER celebrated for anyone in particular, but for the entire Church. Mass Intentions refer to the PRIEST who offers the Eucharistic Sacrifice for a particular purpose, usually for person(s) living or dead (Canon 901). In contrast, General Intercessions or Prayers of the Faithful are a series of prayers which form part of the Liturgy and are offered by the FAITHFUL. This is the time the faithful exercise their priestly function. The Mass Intention(s) of the PRIEST may be included in the Sunday Bulletin or announced before Mass begins. Mass Intentions should NOT be included in the General Intercessions. Starting in Advent, we at St. Mark's will announce the Mass intention (Name) before Mass begins. Call the Faith Formation Office: CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP The Spirit and the Word Charismatic Praise and Prayer Group meets on Wednesdays at 7pm in Christopher Hall room #202. Our next healing of the Family Tree Mass, which also includes a celebration of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, will take place on Dec 12th at 7:00pm in the Day Chapel. YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY The Young Adult Community of Holy Trinity, Padre Pio, and St. Mark are watching a Theology of the Body Series by Christopher West designed for young adults. UPCOMING EVENTS Sat, November 17, Nature Hike in Hondo. RSVP w/ Amy Calvet. If you would like more information please contact, call or text, Amy Calvet at (210) , aa_calvet@yahoo.com or Eric Mejia at eric@holytrinitysat.org Tired of people judging you? Tired of feeling alone? Tired of not knowing what to believe? Come check out LifeTeen. Our Life Nights meet most Sundays after 5pm Mass and you can be sure that you will. Make some new friends. Learn more about your Catholic faith. Grow closer to God. Pray with a community of people who accept you for who you are. Come to one of our LifeNights and check out what s happening. We are praying that you will say Yes, Maybe, I ll try it one time. If you have questions or just need someone to talk with, call Cindy or Daniel in the Youth Office at Life Night 6:15pm November 11th and 25th December 2nd and 9th January 13th and 27th February 10th and 24th March 3rd, 17th and 24th April 7th, 14th and 21st We can be tired, weary and emotionally distraught, but after spending time alone with God, we find that He injects into our bodies energy, power and strength. Check Out Our Teen Fellowship Opportunities Bible Study / Adoration / Mass / Gym LIFE TEEN Mass - Sunday at 5:00 pm in Main Sanctuary Taco Tuesday - Tuesday at 6:30 am Mass in the Chapel; afterwards in NL for Tacos ENGAGE - Wednesday at 7:00 pm - New Legacy, Chapel and Gym Prayer, Bible Study, Teachings, all kinds of games in the gym, Teen Fellowship XLT - Dates TBA, Exalt Our Lord Jesus Christ with Praise and Worship in Adoration ABOUT THE LOGO The logo is composed of a square, bordered field on which a boat, symbolizing the Church, is represented as sailing on a graphically minimal representation of waves. The main mast of the boat is a cross from which sails are displayed in the form of dynamic signs which compose the trigram of Christ (HIS).

6 COMMUNITY AND SERVICE Rena Buley for jumping in and leading the EDGE Faith Formation class while Dorothy was at a conference. We know you had a lot of support but its not easy standing in front of that many middle schoolers. Great job! Beyond Cana Marriage Enrichment Retreat February 8-10, 2013 The Beyond Cana Marriage Enrichment Retreat is for couples in strong, Christ-centered marriages. It focuses on couple communication, love and intimacy, all vital components of stable and secure marriage relationships. It is composed of a blend of spiritual and practical talks, periods for couple reflection, prayer, and the introduction of useful tools designed to renew and invigorate your marriage through improved communication. This is all done from a Catholic perspective, with an understanding of marriage as a sacrament. Please contact Dave & Jo Anne Dimitriou for details at St. Peter Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church and School presents BEETHOVEN to BROADWAY Thursday, November 15 at 7:00pm St. Peter s third annual Beethoven to Broadway musical fundraising event will be a fabulous evening of wine and music. The Master of Ceremonies for the evening will be Michael Valdes of Fox News at 9. Local artists will be collaborating on this musical fundraising event. Tickets are on sale at the church office. For more information please call the church at SOCIETY OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE The mission of our Society is to increase devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe and protect the unborn child. Our next regular meeting will be November 6th. For more info., contact Lulu Garcia at or ahgarcia254@att.net. RCIA Prison Ministry For I was in prison and you visited me. Matthew 25: 36 Men and women are needed for the evangelization of the Gospel at the Briscoe State Corrections Unit in Dilley, Texas. After a successful ACTS Prison retreat, Mass attendance has gone from 10 regular participants to over 40 attendees. Currently, there are 25 men currently seeking entry into the Catholic Church through the RCIA program. We are in great need of individuals to help bring these men fully into the Church. Each Monday, Team Members leave St. Mark at 11am and return between 5pm and 6pm. If you are interested in assisting in this ministry contact Bill Schott at or Paul Vance at ext WINGS & BEYOND Wings is a supportive gathering of individuals sharing thoughts and feelings after the loss of a relationship through divorce, death or separation. Meetings are held on the 2nd Friday each month at 6:30pm in the Matthew/Mark Rooms. Snacks are provided. Call Jackie Salcito at or Mary Lou at for info. Please advise the Pastoral Office of all address changes so we can reduce returned mail postage costs. Thank you. St. Mark Quilters The Lion s Pride We always welcome new and advanced quilters. Everyone is welcome. We meet at Christopher Hall every Friday from 9am-3:30pm. Contact Pat Brookes at or Barbara Gordon at if you would like more information. YOUNG AT HEART SENIORS CLUB & THE SENIOR SOCIAL LUNCHEON A free nutritious meal is provided by San Antonio every Monday at 11:30 A.M. for all seniors over the age of 60. Afterwards, on every 2nd and 4th Monday, come and join "The Young at Heart Seniors Club" for fun and games. Membership annual dues are $ If you have any questions, please contact: or for info on the Seniors Club; or Catherine for info on the Senior Social Luncheon. No Senior Luncheon on November 12. PRAYER BRUNCH with Bishop Oscar Cantu Saturday, December 1 at the OMNI Colonnade Hotel Ballroom. This annual event features a special presentation by Bishop Cantu on Encountering Christ, a delicious brunch, resources for spiritual growth, silent auction and door prizes. For tickets, contact the Pilgrim Center of Hope at or online at CHRISTOPHER HALL INFORMATION Book your holiday party today! Check out or call Gary Richmond at for more information.

7 COMMUNITY AND SERVICE It s Not Too Late! Sign up for Jeff Cavins Bible Study: Acts of the Apostles: The Spread of the Kingdom Over 200 participants have signed up for this study and you can too! It s not too late! This study will inspire you and inform you as each week takes you on the journey that the Apostles took in Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom. For further information Contact: Sheryl Parker Classes on Tuesdays: Ricki Brady am or 7-9 pm Elida Robles Babysitting available David Kauffman, composer of many of the songs we use on our Acts Retreats, will be in concert at St. Francis of Assisi on Friday, November 30 th at 7:30 pm. Highlights will include songs from David s new CD, A HAND TO HOLD, his first solo recording in 6 years. Don t miss this evening of song and story including new songs and old favorites like Behold and Be Still. Let s help fill the church with song at St Francis of Assisi. Mark your calendars now for November 30, 2012 at 7:30 pm. A Love Offering will be collected at the concert. For more info contact cindy@goodforthesoulmusic.com St. Vincent de Paul For more information about SVdP please call Rich Miller at In today s Gospel Jesus tells us: I want you to observe that this poor widow contributed more than all the others who donated to the treasury. They gave from their surplus wealth, but she gave from her want, all that she had to live on. Ask yourself Am I only giving from my surplus wealth? and then put your gift in the blue bag so that those who are suffering will be able to celebrate Thanksgiving. The pantry is in need of financial contributions at this time. Please give generously to the Blue Bag collections. When I was a stranger, you welcomed me. Mt 25:35 We eagerly welcome these newly registered members to our St. Mark family. Let s exercise our hospitality and give them a warm welcome. Manuel M. & Rose L. Villarreal Nichole Bell Jorge Diaz & Anna Andrade Carlos Garcia & Analuisa Fuentes Daniel & Belinda Garcia, Jr. Dean & Kristi Gary Ar Kady & Diana Grinman Kathryn Harm Mario & Maria Juárez-Gil Alejandro Valdes & Laura Meraz Matthew & Mary Anne Vinson Blake & Mindy Yeager, Jr. Luis & Ana Laura Zazueta Steven & Katherine Diaz Antonio & Alma Irene Garza Charles & Heather Joy WALK WHERE THE MASTER WALKED Join Msgr. Kevin Ryan as we walk where the master walked. We depart the U.S. on May 6th, 2013 for this tour of a life time. You will actually see, touch and feel the place that you have heard or read about so many times. You feel the presence of the Lord in just about every step you take. We will fly by American Airlines to New York and then by El Al, the Israeli airline, to Tel Aviv and start our pilgrimage. The price includes the 11 day tour from the U.S. and back, hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, entry fees, air conditioned bus, English speaking guide and insurance. The total cost is $3,450 per person, double occupancy. We would need a down payment of $500 per person and balance due by February 1st. Credit cards will be charged a fee of 3%. Contact John F. Thabet at Accent Travel, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Hosting a Casino Night Fundraiser to Support Life Charities January 26, 2013 at 6:30pm For more information please contact Steve Cennamo at cenn@sbcglobal.net ADVERTISE IN THE BULLETIN The St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church Bulletin is published by J. S. Paluch Company, 3708 River Road, Franklin Park, IL The Bulletin is subsidized by our advertisers who contract directly with J. S. Paluch. If you would like to advertise in the Bulletin, please contact our parish consultant Ralf Menses. His cell phone is (210) If you have announcements, articles, or information for the parish Bulletin, contact the Pastoral Office.

8 WORSHIP AND WORD WOMEN'S ACTS PRAYER GROUP MEETING All ACTS Sisters are invited to gather for Prayer and Fellowship the first Saturday each month at 10am in the Room. Please bring your Gentle Spirits, Kind Hearts and Beautiful Voices. Returning Sisters, remember to bring your Blessings Journal. Come One, Come All, to share Petitions, Blessings, Laughter and more. Weekly Sunday Holy Rosary St. Mark s will pray the Rosary every Sunday before the 10:00 Mass. Parishioners are encouraged to come and pray the Glorious Mysteries and honor our Mother Mary. The Rosary will begin at 9:25 am in the Sanctuary and finish early enough for Mass preparations and announcements. FIRST SATURDAY PRAYER GROUP For over 20 years, the First Saturday Prayer Group has been meeting for a Rosary and Communion Service. Come join us at 9am in the Day Chapel on the 1 st Saturday each month. Centering Prayer What is Centering Prayer? Why attend a Centering Prayer meeting? What does a Centering Prayer meeting include? When can I attend a Centering Prayer meeting? Where can I get more information about Centering prayer? Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like unto thine. Centering Prayer Group meets every Tuesday morning from 11am to 12pm in the Brides Room of the Church. For the answers to any of these questions, please contact either Jo Ann Anders at or Denise French at MEN S A.C.T.S. RETREAT January 17-20, 2013 Do whatever he tells you John 2:5 You are invited to attend this Men s ACTS Retreat to deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ, to renew yourself spiritually, and to experience the St. Mark Community fellowship. The retreat starts on Thursday evening, January 17 th and ends Sunday January 20 th with our return to the Noon Mass at St. Mark s. For additional information feel free to contact: Director: Sal Scalia Home: Cell: Co-Director: Gerald Gaenslen Home: Cell: Co-Director: Leo Forget Home: Cell: All men are welcome.all denominations! DIVINE MERCY: Jesus, I Trust In You The Cenacle meets on Mondays, from 7-9pm in Christopher Hall, room 202 (elevator available). The Cenacle is devoted to the Diary of Saint Faustina, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, the Catechism of the Catholic Church and Holy Scripture. The Chaplet is sung every Friday at 3:00 pm (25 min) in the Adoration Chapel. Please call Jeri Minyon at for more info. The Secrets of the Rosary You are invited to come pray with us weekly and learn Mother Mary s secrets, using St. Louis de Montfort s holy book, Secrets of the Rosary. We will pray the Rosary and study a secret a week from this book. He shows us that the Rosary is the cure for every ill, not just for ourselves, but for our suffering world. When: Every Tuesday evening, from 7:00 pm 8:30 pm in the Charism Room Our prayer journey through the Rosary begins with St. Louis, but it will also take us to Guadalupe, Lourdes, Fatima, Medjugorjie, and other places for Mary s presence to us. For more information call David Nelson at or Stan Harmen at SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated after the 6:30 am Mass on the third Thursday of the month, and on the first Monday after the 6:30 pm Mass. For more information please call Catherine Lopez, Pastoral Associate at