42021 Highway 621 Gonzales, LA 70737 A People Set Apart September 25, 2016 A very heartfelt Thank You! to all of the volunteers who have helped in so many ways toward assisting those affected by flooding.
Schedule of Events 9/25 4:00 pm Gathering for Flood Victims 6:00 pm Confirmation Prep 9/27 9:00 am Blue Army 10:00 am Moms & Tots 6:00 pm Adult Choir Practice 9/28 6:00 pm RCIA 9/29 6:00 pm Bible Study 9/30 9:15 am Sewing with Charity 10/1 9:00 am Blessing of the Animals Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 25, 2016 Keep the commandment without stain or reproach until the appearance of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Timothy 6:14 Blessing of Animals Saturday, October 1st 9:00 am behind the Pavilion Please have pets in a kennel or on a leash. Please join in congratulating Tyler Mark Villavaso & Kelsie Ann Braud Building Fund Envs, loose cks, ACH & 2nd collection Who were united through the Sacrament of Marriage September 16, 2016 Fiscal Year 2015 16: Stewardship of Treasure 10th Sunday, September 4, 2016 Weekly Budget - /+ Offertory $ 11,988.00 $ 12,917.00 $ (929.00) Maintenance $ 2,902.00 $ 3,125.00 $ (223.00) Pop Coin $ 44.65 $ 44.65 Total $ 14,934.65 $ 16,042.00 $ (1,107.35) September 2016 Monthly Note -/+ $ 3,957.00 $ 5,694.70 $ (1,737.70) Thank you for your generous stewardship contributions. Children s Church will resume on Sunday, October 2nd. Children s Church is held each Sunday at 9:30 mass and is available to all children 3-6 years of age. Throughout the month of October, our Book of Remembrance, located in church near the main vestibule, will be available to enter names of your deceased loved ones. Those enrolled in the book will be remembered in a special way during the month of November. Moms and Tots will not be meeting through the month of October. Fiscal Year 2015 16: Stewardship of Treasure 11th Sunday, September 11, 2016 Building Fund Envs, loose cks, ACH & 2nd collection Weekly Budget - /+ Offertory $ 13,090.00 $ 12,917.00 $ 173.00 Maintenance $ 2,818.00 $ 3,125.00 $ (307.00) Pop Coin $ 76.58 $ 76.58 Total $ 15,984.58 $ 16,042.00 $ (57.42) September 2016 Monthly Note -/+ $ 5,927.00 $ 5,694.70 $ 232.30 Thank you for your generous stewardship contributions.
Parish Workshop FROM FLOODING TO FLOURISHING: Turning Trauma into Growth Once the flood waters have receded and the homes have begun to dry out, the emotional, psychological and spiritual impact of the recent flooding can begin to set in. To help survivors develop resilience and actually grow from this experience, the Diocese of Baton Rouge will offer a workshop in the affected parishes that will focus on using this tragedy as an opportunity for personal transformation. Social Workers Paula Davis and Stephanie Sterling from Catholic Charities as well as Darryl Ducote from the Office of Marriage and Family Life will offer an informative session aimed at preventing Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder and promoting Post- Traumatic Growth. October 19th, 2016, 6:30 p.m., Fr. De Maria Activity Center. Please contact the office to register for this workshop,225-647-8461or stmark@eatel.net. Please Mark Your Calendar KC Charity Calendar August 2016 Daily Winners * $ 150.00 Winner - ** $100.00 Winner All other winners were $20.00 Congratulations to the 7 St. Mark winners 1 *Nellie Simon 16 Keenen Dunn 2 Pamela Morgan 17 Monica English 3 David Dew 18 Dianne & Jimmy Chamberlain 4 Amy Adams 19 Cory Carpenter 5 Brenda Albro 20 **Ivy Braud, Sr. 6 **Bob & Claudia Boudreaux 21 Wayne Hanley 7 Robbie McCrory 22 Patrick Theriot 8 Sammy Chestovich 23 Jeff Duplessis 9 Sandra Gandia 24 Joseph Delucca 10 Rick Dolese 25 Candace Constantin 11 St. John Council 8342 26 Ruby L. Richard 12 Lauren Schexnaydre 27 **Marie Miles 13 **Pamela Folse 28 Susan Benjamin 14 Stanley J. Charpentier 29 Ernest & Ida Robichaus 15 Stu & Holly Palermo 30 Ricky Compton 31 Sandra Piper Junior Youth Meeting September 25th Soccer Challenge Open to all 4th - 7th grade students Primary Youth Group October 9th 12:00 pm Open to all 2nd & 3rd grade students *** Remember to bring your bag lunch! Senior Youth Meeting October 9th 6:00 pm Open to all students grades 8th 12th In the Pavilion St Mark Senior Youth Group invited Holy Rosary to join in on their gatherings while their church is being repaired.
Meditations on Mercy September 2016 The flood has made this poignantly relevant in our present time. Mt 9:35-38; MV, no. 8 "Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, 'The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.'" It is a sad fact that we often become immune to the plight of the suffering. We pass those begging on street corners, step around people who are homeless and lying on the sidewalk, or ignore the look of hunger in the eyes of children. Sometimes we think, "Someone else will take care of them," or, "What can my five dollars do to change their situation," or even, "They should just go and get a job." In this passage that we read today, Jesus shows us in actions and words that it is not someone else's responsibility but ours. As Jesus was passing through towns, he would see those who were sick and, moved with pity, stop to cure them. In Misericordiae Vultus, Pope Francis recalls several of Jesus' acts of mercy (e.g., Mt 14:13-21; Mt 15:32-39; Lk 7:11-17). In all of these examples, Jesus acts out of compassion for those who are in distress. As Pope Francis explains, "What moved Jesus in all of these situations was nothing other than mercy, with which he read the hearts of those he encountered and responded to their deepest need" (MV, no. 8). Not only should we follow Jesus' example in allowing our hearts to respond to the needs of others, but we should also listen to what Jesus calls us to: "The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest" (Mt 9:37-38). God calls on us to go out into our homes, workplaces, and communities and recognize his love and mercy working through others. God's harvest of mercy is rich and full; we must ask God to make us laborers in his field so that we can better recognize the love of God in others, especially in those we might normally walk past. This month, we celebrate a jubilee for workers and volunteers of mercy, something we all should strive to be. A contemporary example of someone who worked for mercy is Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who responded to God's call for laborers. In her caring actions for those in the slums of Calcutta, Mother Teresa put into practice the actions of Christ and the call he makes to us all to labor with him. Our response to those who are suffering, like Mother Teresa's, should be one of love, compassion, and mercy. Reflection Questions 1. In what way is God calling you to work as a laborer in his harvest? While Mother Teresa's life as a Missionary of Charity is an amazing example of acting with compassion toward others, her vocation is not for everyone. What is one thing you can do in your own community to respond to God's call? Consider becoming involved in one of your parish's outreach programs or a local service organization; approach this ministry with the same compassion Christ has for those he ministered to. 2. How can we pay better attention to those who are suffering in our communities instead of ignoring them? What are some things you can do so that your heart is more open to be moved with compassion for those who are suffering? May we always hear the call to Works of Mercy and continue to respond lovingly, compassionately and mercifully. Amen. It s BIBLE STUDY Time! The final Session of The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation study begins Thursday, September 29th, in the Father DeMaria Activity Center beginning at 6PM. We know the flood affected many parishioners. Those who are returning please sign the clip board in the main vestibule or call the parish office. Let us know if you lost your book in the flood. Thank you! A Special Blessing on October 1 & 2 for expectant mothers and those awaiting babies through adoption.
Parish Staff Pastor.....Rev. Rubin Reynolds Administrative Assistant...Julie Carpenter Administrative Assistant......Sandy Dardeau Bookkeeper/Director MDO..Renae Schexnaydre Business Manager...Heather Melancon Consultant on Call.....Sammy Chestovich Director of Christian Formation.....Mary Kruse Maintenance Supervisor.....Ron Duhon Pastoral Associate....Robin Richardson PSR Secretary.......Sharon Buquoi Asst. Director MDO... Vicki Poché Jr. Youth Director.......Dana Millet Sr. Youth Director........Garrett Tregre Parish School of Religion Principals: Patricia Sanchez............High School Flory Reynolds... Middle & Primary School Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil Mass:....... 4:00 pm Sunday Masses...8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am Monday, Wednesday - Friday......8:30 am Tuesday Communion Service......8:30 am Reconciliation Saturdays: 3-3:30 pm and before daily Mass. Other times by appointment with priest. Parish Office Hours Monday - Thursday...8:00 am to 5:00 pm Friday.........8:00 am to Noon Telephones Parish Office.... (225) 647-8461 Fax......(225) 647-5125 E-mail:.......stmark@eatel.net St. Mark High School Parish School of Religion Schedule Sunday 6:00 8:30 p.m. October 16, 2016 January 8, 2017 November 13, 2016 February 12, 2017 October 16, 2016 January 8, 2017 December 4, 2016 March 12, 2017 November 13, 2016 February 12, 2017 Mark you calendars April 9, 2017 December 4, 2016 March 12, 2017 Saint Mark Michael you calendars Novena April 9, 2017 (Say for nine consecutive days beginning September 21-29, the Feast of the Arch Angels) A Vocation View Fight the good fight of faith. Take a firm hold on the everlasting life to which you are called. Pray for those who are called to run the race as priests, sisters, deacons or brothers. If God is calling you, call or email Fr. Matt Dupre at 225.336.8778, mdupre@diobr.org or visit www.diobr.org/vocations. Saint Michael the Archangel, loyal champion of God and His people, I turn to you with confidence and seek your powerful intercession. For the love of God, Who made you so glorious in grace and power, and for the love of the Mother of Jesus, the Queen of the Angels, be pleased to hear my prayer. You know the value of my soul in the eyes of God. May no stain of evil ever disfigure its beauty. Help me to conquer the evil spirit who tempts me. I desire to imitate your loyalty to God and Holy Mother Church and your great love for God and people. And since you are God s messenger for the care of His people, I entrust to you this special request: (Silently make your request) Saint Michael, since you are, by the will of the Creator, the powerful intercessor of Christians, I have great confidence in your prayers. I earnestly trust that if it is God s holy will, my petition will be granted. Pray for me, Saint Michael, and also for those I love. Protect us in all dangers of body and soul. Help us in our daily needs. Through your powerful intercession, may we live a holy life, die a happy death and reach Heaven where we may praise and love God with You forever. Amen.
First Reading Woe to the complacent. Their wanton revelry shall be done away with (Amos 6:1a, 4-7). Psalm Praise the Lord, my soul! (Psalm 146). Second Reading Compete well for the faith. Keep the commandment until the appearance of the Lord Jesus (1 Timothy 6:11-16). Gospel The parable of Lazarus and the rich man (Luke 16:19-31). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. LOOKING BEYOND OURSELVES The message found in today s readings is an oft-told story. Citizen Kane, Daddy Warbucks, and King Midas are only a few of the familiar fictional characters who thought enormous wealth could buy happiness and fulfillment. Daddy Warbucks admitted stepping on a few people in his climb to the top. Kane tried to buy the printed word and stardom for his young wife, while King Midas conjured immense wealth and tragedy by his very touch. We learn clearly in today s readings that none of this is really possible. True happiness comes from caring for someone other than ourselves. It comes from the pursuit of the virtues Paul described to Timothy: faith, love, gentleness, godliness, righteousness, and endurance. The Gospel reminds us that we dare not ignore the needs of others, acting as though we don t notice their suffering. God s call to us is much too clear to disregard for even one more day. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co.. Readings for the Week (Year C) Monday: Jb 1:6-22; Ps 17:1bcd-3, 6-7; Lk 9:46-50 Tuesday: Jb 3:1-3, 11-17, 20-23; Ps 88:2-8; Lk 9:51-56 Wednesday: Jb 9:1-12, 14-16; Ps 88:10bc-15; Thursday: Today s Readings Lk 9:57-62 Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Ps 138:1-5; Jn 1:47-51 Friday: Jb 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5; Ps 139:1-3, 7-10, 13-14ab; Lk 10:13-16 Saturday: Jb 42:1-3, 5-6, 12-17; Ps 119:66, 71, 75, 91, 125, 130; Lk 10:17-24 Sunday: Hb 1:2-3; 2:2-4; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; 2 Tm 1:6-8, 13-14; Lk 17:5-10 The Sanctuary Light Garney Gautreau Masses for the Week Saturday, September 24, 2016 4:00 p.m. Terry & Brad Melancon, The Courville, Manuel & Soileau flys., Kevin Chabaud, August Joseph Johnson, Jr., Bruce Carter, Sr., and for our Parish Family (living and deceased) Sunday, September 25, 2016 8:00 a.m. Stella Lambert 9:30 a.m. For the People of St. Mark Parish 11:00 a.m. M/M Louis Rouillier Monday, September 26, 2016 8:30 a.m. Holy Souls in Purgatory Tuesday, September 27, 2016 8:30 a.m. Communion Service Wednesday, September 28, 2016 8:30 a.m. Vivian Bourque, and for our Parish Family (living and deceased) Thursday, September 29, 2016 8:30 a.m. M/M John Frey & fly. Friday, September 30, 2016 8:30 a.m. Memorial Guild Saturday, October 1, 2016 4:00 p.m. Nathan Bercegeay fly., Carolyn Bercegeay, Allen Bourgeois fly., Donald Forsyth& fly., Etheline Bourque, Eric Eddy, and for our Parish Family (living and deceased) Sunday, October 2, 2016 8:00 a.m. For the People of St. Mark Parish 9:30 a.m. Nancy Babin Rowell 11:00 a.m. Mrs. Wilma Medine, Janet Medine
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