2575 W. El Campo Grande Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV (702) Fax: (702)

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1 2575 W. El Campo Grande Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV (702) Fax: (702) Proud to be a Stewardship Parish The Schedule of Masses Saturday: 4:00 pm (Vigil for Sundays) Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm & 5:00 pm Tuesday through Friday: 8:00 am Holy Days: 8:00 am, 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 3:00 to 3:30 pm or upon request during office hours except on Sundays. Morning Prayer Tuesday through Friday: 7:35 am Rosary Tuesday through Friday: 7:15 am (Church opens 7:10 am Tues-Fri) Office Hours Mon. thru Thurs.: 8:30 am 12:00 pm & 1:30 pm 5:00 pm Friday (during the summer thru Labor Day) 8:30-12:00pm Sat.: 8:30 am 4:00 pm Closed Sunday Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 2, 2012 Humbly welcome the word that has been planted in you and is able to save your souls. James 1:21b

2 Mass Intentions Saturday, September 1 4:00 pm Cynthia A. Cachur by David Pozucek and The Family Sunday, September 2 8:00 am Poor Souls in Purgatory by Cecile Locher 10:00 am Christopher Rizzotto, Jr. by Fr. Bede, Staff & SJNC Parishioners 12:00 pm Luis Uribe by Carmen Uribe 5:00 pm The Parishioners of SJNC Tuesday, September 4 8:00 am Edward Percivalt by John Maley Wednesday, September 5 8:00 am Chang Smertelny by Eugene and Paulette Smiertelny Thursday, September 6 8:00 am All Souls by The Family Friday, September 7 8:00 am Elizabeth Melchor Happy Birthday by The Family Saturday, September 8 4:00 pm Dyana Vanessa Melchor Happy Birthday by The Family Sunday, September 9 8:00 am Richard Dimeo by Carmine and Norma DiFazio 10:00 am Rex Magtaas by Bob and Paulette Edwards 12:00 pm Yaselin Aragon Pulido 5:00 pm The Parishioners of SJNC Readings for the Week Monday: 1 Cor 2:1-5; Lk 4:16-30 Tuesday: 1 Cor 2:10b-16; Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday: 1 Cor 3:1-9; Lk 4:38-44 Thursday: 1 Cor 3:18-23; Lk 5:1-11 Friday: 1 Cor 4:1-5; Lk 5:33-39 Saturday: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30; Mt 1:1-16, [18-23] Sunday: Is 35:4-7a; Ps 146; Jas 2:1-5; Mk 7:31-37 MASS INTENTIONS, CALENDAR, READINGS Parish Calendar Baptismal Preparation Marthas & Marys Young Adult Choir Children s Choir Adult Choir Men s Club Senior Luncheons Finance Committee Bible Study Staff Meetings RCIA Reader s Workshop Parish Council Jr. High Youth Group High School Youth Group Call the Parish Office for an appointment 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 pm Tuesdays, 7:00 pm Wednesdays, 6:00 pm Wednesdays, 6:45 pm 1st Wednesday, 7:00 pm 2nd Wednesday,bi-monthly 12:00 noon TBD Thursdays, 8:45 am Thursdays, 10:00 am Thursdays, 6:45 pm Thursdays, 7:00 pm TBD 2nd & 4th Wednesday 6:00-7:30 pm 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:00-7:30 pm Protecting God s Children Class Saturday, September 8, 9:00am SJNC Rooms If you are in a ministry that requires your attending the Protecting God s Children Class, you can register for this upcoming class, online at You need to pre-register for the class to receive credit for it. This class is filling quickly, so register soon. If you are a new catechist, assistant or volunteer in faith formation/youth ministry, or if you volunteer in our church choirs, you MUST take this class before you begin your ministry. Since there is a window of time necessary to process the paperwork required for all new volunteers, please consider getting this done by August 18. We will be doing fingerprinting for our SJNC volunteers and assisting with paperwork after this class. FORGIVERS THE ORIGINAL CURRENCY Labor was the first price, the original purchasemoney that was paid for all things. It was not by gold or by silver, but by labor, that all wealth of the world was originally purchased. Adam Smith A happy marriage is a union of two good forgivers. Anonymous Page 2 - September 2, 2012

3 PASTOR S NOTES, STEWARDSHIP, 2ND COLLECTION Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. John Neumann: Friday, August 24th, saw an amazing event here at St. John Neumann. The Summer Music Festival featured our own Relly Coloma and the amazing music he played on the Yamaha Clavinova, and our parish choirs and instrumentalists under the direction of Sean Davis and Lissy De Jesus. I m sure everyone who attended felt it was a great night of entertainment and joy! If you didn t get to make it this year...don t miss the next one! Many thanks to all those who helped put the whole thing on under the direction of Letty Cristobal. And thanks also to all who helped prepare and serve those delicious appetizers and beverages that nourished the tummies. It all was so much more than I expected! Thanks to EVERYONE who sponsored the event, gave donations and placed ads in the souvenir booklet so greatly designed by our own Jay De Jesus. And thanks also to our parish staff who helped in so many varied ways. You re all wonderful! The most important aspect of this gathering is that it was prepared by our parish family for our parish family. While it was an amazing fundraiser (raising over $14,000!), it was also a time to enjoy each other as brothers and sisters in Christ. Those who were in attendance and/or supported this event, spoke volumes about their own commitment to being a part of this wonderful faith community at St. John Neumann. I remain ever grateful to be a part of God s people here in North Las Vegas! This past Monday, August 27th, found our parish in the news with the report of the theft of our poor box which occurred on Sunday, June 24th. Here s the official statement released by the Diocese of Las Vegas: LAS VEGAS, NV Father Jim Jankowski, the administrator for St. John Neumann Catholic Church, said today that while they were saddened by the theft from their parish, they do not believe it to be indicative of the generous nature and spirit of the community it serves. We appreciate the efforts and attention of law enforcement with regard to this matter and thank them for their diligence. While this was an unfortunate incident, we feel deeply that this is not a reflection of the greater Las Vegas and North Las Vegas community, and our experience has been one of compassion and generosity even during these tough economic times, said Father Jankowski. Page 3 - September 2, 2012 Additional security measures have been implemented in an attempt to prevent this from happening again in the future. While this incident happened even before my arrival here at St. John Neumann, the police report was just released last week. That s why the media reported the event and did a fine job to help bring this unfortunate incident to some conclusion. Whatever the final outcome, nonetheless, we still remember our obligation to pray for the individuals who carried out this crime. It would be a good thing to pray for them through the intercession of St. Dismas, the penitent good thief, who was crucified with Christ on Calvary. May they have a change of heart and make sincere repentance for their crime. May we continue to reflect the forgiveness of Christ in our own hearts. Peace Always, fr. jim AUGUST 25/26 1st Collection $ 19, nd Collection $ 3, Total for these collections $ 23, Church Attendance 3,000 (our church holds 634). Attendance 1st Building Fund 4:00 pm 462 $ 3, $ :00 am 564 $ 4, $ 1, :00 am 748 $ 3, $ :00 pm 630 $ 2, $ :00 pm 596 $ 3, $ Mail in $ $ Electronic $ 2, $ Second Collection Next week s second collection is for the Children s Faith Formation Ministry. It is important that we all support our children in their learning about our faith so that they continue to become strong and informed members of the Body of Christ. For a real investment in the future of our Church, please support the children and their teachers by being as generous as possible in next week s second collection.

4 Are you a fully initiated Catholic? PARISH & COMMUNITY NEWS Our Ministry Fair is just a little over a month away! In the next few weeks we will be highlighting our various ministries and organizations that serve so purposefully. This week s SPOTLIGHT ON MINISTRY Altar Linens: Linens are washed and pressed by a group of people that keep the Mass linens fresh and spotless. Altar Servers: A wonderful first opportunity for children to begin to serve their Lord and faith community. Any child/teen who has been baptized and celebrated 1st Communion, can be a candidate. Church Choirs: Adult, Youth and Children s Choirs serve our parish by leading the congregation in song at our liturgies. The Children s Choir (ages 5+) serves monthly at the 12pm Mass and rehearses on Wednesday at 6pm (except during the month of July). The Youth Choir (ages 11+) serves weekly at the 5pm Mass and rehearses on Tuesday at 7pm. The Adult Choir (ages 14+) serves weekly at the 10am Mass and rehearses on Wednesdays at 6:45pm....One that has received not only Baptism and First Eucharist, but also the sacrament of Confirmation. If the answer is NO, then RCIA is for you. If you or someone you know is considering becoming Catholic, come to a Thursday evening meeting at 6:45 pm and see what it is all about. The process is very interesting. Practicing Catholics are also needed to sponsor those who wish to join the church. Come, learn, ask questions and make friends. RCIA Meeting Thursday, September 6th in rooms This week s topic for discussion is The Church presented by Paula Howley All adults of the parish are invited to attend!! Page 4 - September 2, 2012

5 It just keeps getting better and better After tabulating all final expenses from last Friday s special event, the Summer Music Festival raised over $14,000! These funds will go towards the cost of our new hymnals. Congratulations again to the Music Festival Committee and fabulous performers PARISH & COMMUNITY NEWS Great job everyone!!!!! SJNC Senior Luncheon The next St. John Neumann s Senior luncheon will be held on WEDNESDAY, September 12, at 12:00pm in the Youth Room. Reservations must be made by Monday, September 10, 2012 by calling Bob Chiodo at It is so important that we know how much food to prepare; therefore please call ahead. If you wish to bring a desert, let Bob know so we know how much to prepare. We look forward to seeing you there. Stay in the know with our SJNC E-News! Delivered weekly to your inbox, get the latest on what s happening in your SJNC parish community. Includes the weekly bulletin in electronic format. Stop by the parish office and give us your address to receive our weekly news . Page 5 - September 2, 2012

6 PARISH AND COMMUNITY NEWS VISITING MARY The St. John Neumann Visiting Mary can visit the home of a registered parishioner for one week. She can be picked up on Saturday afternoon at 3 pm and must be returned to the parish office by 12 pm the following Saturday. The statue comes with prayers, songs, meditations and directions on how to pray the rosary, as well as some special intentions requested by our administrator. Visiting Mary Schedule 9/8 John Parin 9/15 Lori Gabriel 9/22 Anna Aponte 9/29 Dee Haugh Families are needed for Mary Sign-Ups Sign-up sheet for January 2013 for Mary to visit your home is available in the parish office. Catholic Daughters of the Americas The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court of Our Lady of the Rosary 2226 is hosting their Annual Fashion Show Luncheon: October 6, 2012 from 12:00noon-3:00pm Holy Family Catholic Church 4490 Mountain Vista Rd. Las Vegas Tickets are $20. Doors open at 11:30am For tickets/reservations contact: Laurie Page 6 - September 2, 2012 SJNC Marthas & Marys Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 7 pm in the Youth Room. Bring a friend for our first fundraising Auction. All women ages 18 and over are welcome to join us for prayer, fellowship and fun. We are in need of a parishioner who is willing to volunteer on Sundays at the 12 noon mass with the Hospitality Ministry. If you are able to help, please contact Elsie Lyon through the parish office at MEET-THE-FATHER MINISTRY You re invited to join Eileen George at a mission retreat from Thurs-Sat., October , 2012, 6 pm at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 1811 Pueblo Vista Drive. Throughout the history of salvation, God has chosen ordinary people to show His love to the world. These people have been given extraordinary gifts to assist in their God given mission. In our times, so wrapped in confusion and uncertainty, the Lord has done just that. Eileen George is a woman with many exceptional supernatural gifts and a unique mission from God. This mission flows from Eileen s unique relationship with God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Her spiritual director states: Eileen knows heaven as we know earth. Eileen s extraordinary gifts of inspired preaching, healing, prophecy and knowledge are just a few of the many supernatural graces that the Father has bestowed upon Eileen to lead His people back or deeper into the life of the Sacraments. The power of her preaching can lead a full church to receive the Sacrament of Penance with many Priests performing the Sacrament for long hours.

7 TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Labor Day originated in 1882 in New York City under the aegis of the Knights of Labor. Congress made it a legal holiday in Observing it this week gives us a good opportunity to reflect on the Catholic Church s social teachings for the last century or so. On May 15, 1891, Pope Leo XIII issued the encyclical Rerum Novarum on the condition of the working classes and labor. In doing so, he initiated a century in which Catholic teaching became more and more involved in the social issues of the day. Unfortunately relegated to the shadows while the bright lights of controversy shine on other issues, Catholic social teaching remains largely unknown to many Catholics. It is the Catholic Church that championed such notions as a fair day s pay for a fair day s work, and continues to uphold the dignity of the human person against attacks from governments and corporations. Nearly every pope since Leo XIII has issued teachings on the subject. Take some time this Labor Day to familiarize yourself with some aspect of the Church s social teachings. In doing so, you will be taking responsibility as a member of the Body of Christ to commit yourself to the care of your neighbor. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Retrouvaille (Re-tro-vi)... Weekend on OCTOBER 19-21, 2012 You can save your marriage!! If you are suffering from poor communication, lack of trust and considering separation or divorce Retrouvaille is a program that offers you the chance to rebuild your marriage. Please join us for our next weekend OCTOBER 19-21, To speak to a couple who has made the weekend and for more information call Chuck and Carol Moore for more information at (702) AROUND THE DIOCESE DOERS OF THE WORD The second reading for today begins a five-week series of selections from James, a letter that is classified among the so-called catholic (or universal) epistles because they are addressed to a general audience rather than to one particular community. Today s text offers important advice for Christians of every generation. God is first cited as the author of all gifts, and in particular, reference is made to the gift of baptism by which we have been made the first fruits of the new creation. What follows is advice based on a very Jewish understanding of the word as an active force, operative in the world. We are reminded that unless we, too, become doers of the word, our claim to faith is empty. Today and in subsequent weeks the author reminds us that it is equally important to do the works of love, for example, by caring for the orphans and widows in their affliction. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Worldwide Marriage Encounter The readings today very clearly tell us to keep ourselves unstained by the world so we can honor the Lord with our lips and our hearts. Do your lives reflect this? Husbands and wives do you love one another in word and deed? Allow God to transform your marriage relationship as well by attending a Marriage Encounter weekend; gain the tools to truly love your spouse more and receive the joy that it can bring. The next weekend is September 28-30th in the Las Vegas area. Early registration is highly recommended. For information, call Wayne and Marcia Kessler at For information on Spanish-language weekends, call Javier and Maria Lopez at or Page 7 - September 2, 2012

8 Outreach (Pantry hours: Wed. 9am-3pm) Together, we can make the difference! Together, we can say Yes to God! PARISH & COMMUNITY NEWS The economic downturn has affected many families in the parish and there are many in our area that are without jobs, shelter, or food during these difficult times. The SJNC pantry is in need of our help. The next time you are at the grocery store please consider purchasing some extra food for our families in need. Please leave your donations in the big wooden box in the lobby. God bless you for supporting the Outreach Pantry. Wish lists for the Pantry Pasta Sauce, mac n cheese, canned tuna canned vegetables & fruit, soups, Ramen, canned proteins (i.e., chicken, spam) pasta, peanut butter, rice, dried beans. To our Outreach donors THANK-YOU for All That You Do! On August 29th, the Outreach ministry served 117 families; 272 children, 262 adults, and 30 seniors. SJNC Parish a Glance: Mark your calendar and stay-tuned a great fall season ahead! Saturday-Sunday, September SJNC Ministry Fair a fruitful harvest Saturday-Sunday, October 6-7 SJNC Gift Shop Book Sale Friday, October 26th Guam Dinner Fundraiser Saturday-Sunday, November SJNC Marthas & Marys Annual Craft Fair and Bake Sale St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Newman Center at UNLV: Did you know that there is a Catholic Center on the UNLV Campus? The St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Newman Center is located at 4765 Brussels St. LV We offer 2 Masses on Sunday-11:00am and 7:00pm. There is a 12:05pm Mass Monday through Thursday. We also offer Bible studies, social events, participation in social justice events and more. Our 1st event is Newman Newbie Night on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012 from 7pm-10pm. Open to all students. Wednesdays beginning Sept. 12, 2012 at 7:00pm we will have weekly Praise & Worship. The Newman Center is a place where one can come and study (we have WIFI), relax, pray and meet other students who share the same values. We are open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Come and check us out. Page 8 - September 2, 2012

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12 Parish Staff Administrator Visiting Priests Deacons Ministries/Organizations Altar Linens Mary Lou Bodan Altar Servers Marie Ricci Bulletin Editors M. Santos, E. Ramirez Eucharistic Ministers Marge Nelson Gift Shop Nelda Schafer Hospitality Elsie Lyon Marthas & Marys Lori Gabriel Men s Club Al Smith Sick or Homebound Deacon Frank Oettinger Outreach Fr. Jim Jankowski RCIA Paula Howley x 204 Readers Nancy Hoover Sacristans Carmine DiFazio Senior Luncheons Bob Chiodo Marriage Prep (sponsor couples) Deacon Frank Oettinger Ushers Bob & Adrian McKechnie Parish Finance Council John Kilduff Margo Lamuraglia Fr. James Jankowski Msgr. Joe Cosgrove Fr. Albert Felice-Pace Fr. Bob Kiefer Frank Oettinger Andre Richard Director of Business Activities Cheryl Shaffer ext. 201 Administrative Assistant Leonarda Serna ext. 200 Bookkeeper Paula Howley ext. 204 Volunteer Coordinator Mary Santos ext. 211 Pastoral Care Coordinator Kathy Oettinger Maintenance Al Camacho Custodian Tio Serna Dir. Of Children s Faith Formation Cathy Trawinski ext. 210 Asst. for Faith Formation/Reception Araceli Perez ext. 215 Dir. Of Youth Ministry/Confirmation Nora Luz Kriegel ext. 214 CGS Coordinator Helen Silva ext. 217 Dir. Of Adult & Children s Choir Sean Davis Youth Choir Lissy De Jesus Organist Kara Davis Keyboard Jay De Jesus Parish Council Terry Lamuraglia Tony Urevich Shelley Robertson Marie Ricci Jay Rodrigues Arlene Martin Chris Lee John Cruz Jesus Doc Floresca Phil Lee Harry Shull (Consultant) Leticia Cristobal Theresa Rees Sacrament of Baptism Preparation time for the parents of the child is three months. Please call the parish office to sign up for a class and begin the process. Baptisms are celebrated during the Mass. Sacrament of Marriage Consult with the priest before you set the date. A minimum of six to eight months preparation is needed. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Call the parish office at any time if you or a family member seeks the Sacrament. If possible, please try to call before your loved one is in the active process of dying. Communion for the Sick or Homebound Contact the parish office during office hours. In case of hospitalization, inform the admissions office that you are a Catholic and would like to receive communion. Mass Intentions Scheduled in the parish office. The calendar fills up rapidly, so Mass intentions may have to be scheduled up to a year in advance. House Blessings Parishioners are encouraged to bless their own homes. Holy water and appropriate prayers are provided by the parish. Faith Formation Registration Registration began in April. Classes are held from September to May. Students must complete 2 consecutive years of classes in order to celebrate First Communion or Confirmation. Annulments Please contact Fr. Jim or Deacon Frank Oettinger Vocations Please contact Fr. James Jankowski Victim Advocacy Number Advocacy is available for any individual who has been sexually and/or physically abused. The 24-hour hotline number is: (702)