March 25 2018 Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion 2001 N WESTERN AVE EDMOND, OK 73012-3447 (405) 359-2700 (405) 341-0023 (fax) www.stmonica-edmond.org PARISH INFORMATION PASTOR: FR. STEPHEN HAMILTON fr.shamilton@gmail.com PAROCHIAL VICAR: FR. BALIREDDY PONNAPATI bponnapati@stmonica-edmond.org DEACON: JORGE PEREIRA deaconjp17@gmail.com 405-509-4112 WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE Saturday - 5 p.m. / Sunday 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m.,* 1 p.m. (Español)* *Nursery Available DAILY MASS SCHEDULE: Tuesday - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday - 5:30 p.m. Thursday - 5:30 p.m. Friday - 7:30 a.m. RECONCILIATION Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 4:15 p.m. Saturday - 3 p.m., or by appointment ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT 24 hours/7days a week WEDDINGS Contact church office six months in advance BAPTISMS: Contact the Church Office Live the Liturgy - Inspiration for the Week Today some of the most poignant themes of human life come into clear central focus: the feeling of being praised and honored, fear, anxiety, betrayal, despair, doubt, uncertainty, trust, hope, sadness, separation, suffering, death, determination, and courage. These are the emotions and realities that every human being wrestles with often. Jesus, the Son of God, encounters them all. As we journey through life, we have to confront the existential meaning of each of these things. How do they fit into the bigger picture? Jesus shows us most clearly that even those things we fear the most lose their power when we discover that we are being led to new life. Suffering is redemptive. Sin and death give way to grace and life and God's unconditional love conquers all. May we see in Jesus' Way of the Cross the path of truth we all must follow. BULLETIN DEADLINE: Monday at Noon Traditional Latin Masses Held in the Chapel Tuesday, March 27-7:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 24-7:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 25-7:30 a.m. Thursday, April 26-7:30 a.m. Friday, April 27-5:30 p.m.
WEEKLY READINGS & OBSERVANCES Readings for the Week of March 25, 2018 Sunday: Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16/Is 50:4-7/Ps 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 [2a]/Phil 2:6-11/Mk 14:1-- 15:47 or 15:1-39 Monday: Is 42:1-7/Ps 27:1, 2, 3, 13-14 [1a]/Jn 12:1-11 Tuesday: Is 49:1-6/Ps 71:1-2, 3-4a, 5ab-6ab, 15 and 17 [cf. 15ab]/Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 Wednesday: Is 50:4-9a/Ps 69:8-10, 21-22, 31 and 33-34 [14c]/Mt 26:14-25 Thursday: Chrism Mass: Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9/Ps 89:1, 2-3, 3-4, 5-6 [2a]/Rv 1:5-8/Lk 4:16-21 Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14/Ps 116:12-13, 15-16bc, 17-18 [cf. 1 Cor 10:16]/1 Cor 11:23-26/Jn 13:1-15 Friday: Is 52:13-53:12/Ps 31:2, 6, 12-13, 15-16, 17, 25 [Lk 23:46]/Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9/Jn 18:1--19:42 Saturday: Vigil: Gn 1:1--2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a/Ps 104:1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 13-14, 24, 35 [30] or Ps 33:4-5, 6-7, 12-13, 20-22 [5b]/Gn 22:1-18 or 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18/Ps 16:5, 8, 9-10, 11 [1]/Ex 14:15-- 15:1/Ex 15:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 17-18 [1b]/Is 54:5-14/ Ps 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11-12, 13 [2a]/Is 55:1-11/Is 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 [3]/Bar 3:9-15, 32--4:4/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11 [Jn 6:68c]/Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28/Ps 42:3, 5; 43:3, 4 [42:2] or Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 [3] or Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, 18-19 [12a]/Rom 6:3-11/Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23/Mk 16:1-7 Next Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43/Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23 [24]/Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8/Jn 20:1-9 or Mk 16:1-7or Lk 24:13-35 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday, March 24 5 p.m. Keaton Barrón Sunday, March 25 8 a.m. St. Monica Parish 10:30 a.m. Jude Slominski 1 p.m. David & Mariana Hernandez Anniversary Tuesday, March 27 No Daily Mass/Confessions Wednesday, March 28 5:30 p.m. Priest s Intention Thursday, March 29 - Holy Thurday 7 p.m. St. Monica Parish Friday, March 30 - Good Friday of the Lord s Passion 7 p.m. Passion of the Lord - Service in Church Saturday, March 31 - Holy Saturday 8:30 p.m. RCIA Candidates & Sponsors Sunday, April 1 - Easter 8 a.m. Maxine Hightower 10:30 a.m. Charles Neal 1 p.m. St. Monica Parish PARISH EVENTS SUNDAY, MARCH 25 9 a.m. - Light Weigh - St. Michael 9:05 a.m. - Adult Study - St. Augustine MONDAY, MARCH 26 7 p.m. - Knights of Columbus - Youth Rm. TUESDAY, MARCH 27 7:30 a.m. - Traditional Latin Mass - Chapel 9:30 a.m. - Women s Bible Study - St. Michael 6:15 p.m. - Finance Committee - St. Michael 6:30 p.m. - Dominicans - St. Anthony 7 p.m. - Boy Scouts - Parish Hall WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28 6 p.m. - St. Cecilia Youth Choir - St. Cecilia Rm. 7 p.m. - Adult Choir - Church THURSDAY, MARCH 29 4 p.m. - Medjugorje Prayer Group - St. Michael 7 p.m. - Holy Thursday - Mass in Church FRIDAY, MARCH 30 Offices Closed 6 a.m. - That Man Is You - Parish Hall, Kitchen 3 p.m. - Stations of the Cross - Church 7 p.m. - Good Friday of the Lord s Passion - Church SATURDAY, MARCH 31 8:30 a.m. - Cleaners - Church 9:15 a.m. - Activities Committee - St. Michael 8:30 p.m. - Holy Saturday - Mass - Church SUNDAY, ARIL 1 - EASTER SUNDAY 8 a.m. - Mass - Church 10:30 a.m. - Mass - Church 1 p.m. - Mass (Espanol) - Church MONDAY, APRIL 2 4:15 p.m. - First Communion Class - St. Anthony 6 p.m. - Prayer Vigil - Church 7 p.m. - Parent Formation (Spanish) -Parish Hall 7 p.m. - Knights of Columbus - Youth Rm. STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE March 17, 18 Sunday Offering... $15,113.00 Less Charity 10%... $1,511.30 Parish Offering... $13,601.70 Electronic Donations - February $30,148.62 St. Monica parishioners are asked to contribute 8% of their weekly income to the parish. To give electronically visit www.stmonica-edmond.org and select FaithDirect online giving. Pray the Rosary Before all Weekend Masses 30 minutes before Masses start 2 Welcome to St. Monica Catholic Church March 25, 2018
Semana Santa / Horario de Pascua Martes, 27 de marzo 7:30 a.m. - Misa tradicional en latín No habrá confesiones ni misa diaria Misa Crismal -6 p.m. - Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro Miércoles, 28 de marzo Confesiones - 4:15 p.m. Misa diaria - 5:30 p.m. Jueves, 29 de marzo - Jueves Santo Confesiones - 4:15 p.m. Misa del Jueves Santo - 7 p.m. Viernes, 30 de marzo - Viernes Santo Confesiones 1-3:30 p.m. Estaciones de la Cruz - 3 p.m. Servicio de Viernes Santo - 7 p.m. Sábado, 31 de marzo - Sábado Santo Confesiones - 3 p.m. Vigilia de Pascua - 8:30 p.m. Domingo, 1 de abril - Domingo de Pascua Horario de Misa: 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Español - 1 p.m. EASTER TRIDUUM - MARCH 29-31 Tuesday, March 27 7:30 a.m. Traditional Latin Mass No Confessions or Daily Mass Chrism Mass -6 p.m. - Our Lady of Perpetual Help Wednesday, March 28 Confessions 4:15 p.m. Daily Mass 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 29 Holy Thursday Confessions 4:15 p.m. Holy Thursday Mass - 7 p.m. Friday, March 30 Good Friday Confessions 1 to 3:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross - 3 p.m. Good Friday of the Lord s Passion - 7 p.m. Saturday, March 31 Holy Saturday Confessions 3 p.m. Easter Vigil 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 1 Easter Sunday Mass Times: 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Espaňol - 1 p.m. Divorced? Separated? Now what? The Surviving Divorce program offers hope, healing, and community to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. This 14 week program is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them answer their questions, restore hope, and begin authentic healing. Classes will meet on Saturdays beginning April 7, from 9-11 a.m. For more information and to register visit stmonica-edmond.org/divorce-ministry or call Jason Zimdars at 405-474-7639. Women s Bible Study The Women s Bible study starts with a new study, Fulfilled, on Tuesday, April 10 and runs through May 29, at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Michael Room. Fulfilled explores the biblical roots of the Catholic Faith. Learn how the Old Testament Tabernacle can be used as a blueprint for the Catholic Faith and how Jesus fulfilled it in the New Testament. Childcare available. For more information contact Kelly Beagles at 405-203-7537 or luckyriver@aol.com. 2,018 prayer warriors needed toral letter, Go Make Disciples, and his strategic plan, he is asking for 2,018 prayer warriors to pray for these efforts. To learn more or to join the 2018 Intercessory Prayer Team, text Prayer2018 to 84576 or visit: https:// app.flocknote.com/archokc/2018intercessory. Bulletin Supporter of the Week Mount St. Mary High School High School - 631-8865 Please Patronize our Sponsors. Their generosity makes this publication available to you at no cost to the Parish Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 3
YOUTH & FAMILY - GROWING IN DISCIPLESHIP Catholic Foundation Scholarship Available Completed applications due April 3. For current college students or high school seniors, the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma offers a $6,000 scholarship ($1,500 per year) to students attending a non-catholic college or university and a $12,000 scholarship ($3,000 per year) to students attending a Catholic college or university. These scholarships are available for up to four years and are renewable each year as long as academic and enrollment guidelines are met. Visit www.cfook.org or contact the high school counselor, pastor or DRE. Contact the Catholic Foundation, (405) 721-4115 or cfoinfo@archokc.org with any questions. St. Monica's homeschooling group meets the first Friday of the month to pray, build community and work on a small service project. Gatherings will begin in the Church at 11 a.m. to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet in honor of the Sacred Heart. The chaplet will be followed by a sack lunch and project in the youth building. For more information email stmonicahomeschool@gmail.com. Baptismal Class Baptismal Classes will be held Tuesday, April 3, at 6 p.m. in the St. Patrick and St. Augustine rooms. Dinner will be served, followed by the program, Reborn. For more information and to register, contact Carrie Harkey at 359-2700. Clase pre-bautismal: la clase pre-bautismal se llevara a cabo el martes 27 de Marzo a las 6:00 p.m. en el Salón San Agustín, comenzaremos con la cena seguida de la clase. para mayor información y registro favor de comunicarse a la oficina de la parroquia (405)359-2700. Families celebrate St. Joseph With this month s family formation focusing on the Holy Spirit and the Church Jesus founded, families gathered to celebrate St. Joseph patron of the Universal Church. Fr. Hamilton began the event with a spiritual reflection. Afterwards families worked together to create icons for their homes. Adorers Needed Sunday - Midnight to 1 a.m. Wednesday - 10-11 p.m. Numerous hours in need of 2nd Adorers Please contact Leigh Ann Barr at 359-7858 or adoration.stmonica@gmail.com ADORATION HOURS OPEN Adoration is the willing submission of self to the Lord, an expression of love and appreciation for all He is and all He has done for us. Please consider whether you might find time to spend one hour a week with our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. For questions or to sign up, please contact Leigh Ann Barr at 359-7858 or adoration.stmonica@gmail.com. Catholic Day with the OKC Dodgers 2018 Catholic Day with the OKC Dodgers is Sunday, April 29, at 2:05 p.m. Tickets are $14 and may be purchased directly from the Dodgers. Contact Eric Naegel at (405) 218-2163 or eric.naegel@okcdogers.com. 4 Welcome to St. Monica Catholic Church March 25, 2018
Communion to Homebound If you or someone you know is ill, in the hospital, homebound or not able to get to Mass because of circumstances beyond their control, call the church office at 359-2700 so a Homebound Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion may bring them Communion. Una Familia de Fe (Formación de Fe familiar): La próxima reunión para los Padres será el día Lunes 2 de Abril a las 7:00 pm en el Salón Parroquial donde se darán las instrucciones para las actividades del mes de Diciembre. Favor de tener la fecha presente. Online Giving through Faith Direct St. Monica parishioners are encouraged to sign up with Faith Direct online and make church donations online, as well as other special donations. Visit www.stmonica -edmond.org and select Faith Direct. Or visit www.faithdirect.net and use church code OK815. Q. A. WHY DO WE DO THAT? CATHOLIC LIFE EXPLAINED Question What is the significance of foot washing on Holy Thursday? Answer Foot washing is an ancient practice of hospitality. In Israel in Jesus' day, with its deserts and dusty roads, washing of feet was an act of honor on the part of the host. However, the host himself would not do the washing. That was the role of the servant. The Apostles would have been accustomed to this tradition. At the Last Supper, Jesus takes on the role of the servant, washing the feet of his followers and friends. He models the humble, loving service to which the Apostles would soon be called. Holy Thursday is the commemoration of the Last Supper. We celebrate many things, including the institution of both the Eucharist and the priesthood - "This is my body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me." (Luke 22:19B). When the priest washes the feet of his parishioners, he is modeling the service of Christ. While foot washing is no longer a common practice in our society, we too are invited to imitate Christ's sacrificial service to others. Praying for Sick and Suffering: Keaton Barrón, Melani Roewe, Andy Cobb, Jennifer Zapata, Greg Hammill, Ashley Oglesby, Tom Scherm, Doris Veal, Capri Faulk, David Coody, Fayelene O Connell, Mechelle Hohnke, Doug Dailey, Kathleen Arledge, Bob Stracke, Rita McGill, John Wilson, Dorothy Brandt, Cameron Farley, Margaret Warren, Dorothy Spezze, Pat Tomljanovich, Charles Tomljanovich, Maureen Murphy, Patti Sue Mehaffey, Deacon Jerry Rakosky, Sara Dukeman, Jessi Kyle, Jim Coody, Scott Greer, Doris Coleman, Maggie Phillips, Carl Coody, John Harrelson, Christy Farley, Adrian Purvis, Ralph Setter, Ethan Jagosh, Bill Miller, Dana Parsons, Melissa Medina, Kimali Howard, Derrick Miracle, Bobbie Filippo, Lisa McLaughlin, Doug & Marla Robinson. St. Monica Seminarians: Jerome Krug, Chad Thurman. Military Overseas: Miles Compton, Daniel Broda, Jacob Seibold, Jeremy Easley. Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 5
EASTER TRIDUUM - MARCH 29-31, 2018 HOLY THURSDAY READINGS First Reading: "This day shall be a memorial feast for you, which all your generations shall celebrate with pilgrimage to the LORD, as a perpetual institution." (Ex 12:14) Psalm: The cup of salvation I will take up, and I will call upon the name of the LORD. (Ps 116) Second Reading: I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that the Lord Jesus, on the night he was handed over, took bread, and, after he had given thanks, broke it and said, "This is my body that is for you. Do this in remembrance of me." (1 Cor 11:23-24) Gospel: "You call me 'teacher' and 'master,' and rightly so, for indeed I am. If I, therefore, the master and teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash one another's feet." (Jn 13:13-14) GOOD FRIDAY READINGS First Reading: But he was pierced for our offenses, crushed for our sins; upon him was the chastisement that makes us whole, by his stripes we were healed. (Is 52:5) Psalm: Into your hands I commend my spirit; you will redeem me, O LORD, O faithful God. (Ps 31) Second Reading: For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has similarly been tested in every way, yet without sin. (Heb 4:15) Gospel: And, carrying the cross himself, he went out to what is called the Place of the Skull, in Hebrew, Golgotha. There they crucified him, and with him two others, one on either side, with Jesus in the middle. (Jn 19:17-18) Catechumen Prayer God of the Samaritan Woman, the Man Born Blind and Lazarus, You show yourself in many ways. Most often in ways we cannot see until we look with eyes of faith. Continue to bless these catechumens and candidates who will receive the Church's sacraments during the upcoming Season of Easter. Fill their lives and hearts with your unending love and grace. Help us to continue to be models of living Christian lives and grant them the endurance to continue to race to the resurrection. We ask all this in the name of Jesus, your Son who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen. 6 Welcome to St. Monica Catholic Church March 25, 2018