St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 500 East Travis Street Luling, Texas 78648 Rev. Howard Goertz, Pastor Deacon Paul Easterling Patricia Gonzales, Administration Marilyn Williams, Religious Education Haurora Ordonez, Youth Ministry Gloria Riojas, Custodian SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30 pm (English) Sunday: 8:00 am (Spanish) & 10:00 am (English) Reconciliation (Confession): Saturday 4:45 pm 5:15 pm & Wednesday after 8 am Mass DAILY MASS SCHEDULE Tuesday: 6:30 pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am 24-hour Adoration: Begins Thursday 8:00 am - Concludes Friday 8:00 am PARISH OFFICE: 830-875-5354 FAX: 830-875-3533 Office Hours: Mon. & Fri. 9 am 1 pm * Tues. Wed. & Thurs. 8 am - 1 pm ~ 2-5 pm PARISH HALL: 830-875-9052 PARISH RECTORY: 830-351-5043 PARISH EMAIL ADDRESS: stjohn_luling@att.net ESTABLISHED IN 1879
The Ascension of the Lord Page 2 REFLECTIONS SHARE THE HOPE The readings for today s celebration of the Ascension of the Lord once again remind us that as Christians we are people of hope. In the second reading Saint Paul eloquently exhorts the Ephesians to enlighten their hearts so that they will know the hope and glory that come from being people who place their trust in the Lord Jesus. In the story of the Ascension, recounted in the first reading, the Lord Jesus assures the disciples that the Holy Spirit s power will come upon them. Finally, in the Gospel, the Lord lets the disciples know that their mission is to spread the hope of the gospel to all the nations. This wonderful feast keeps our eyes focused on the hope in which we were grounded on the day of our baptism. HAVE A SAFE & BLESSED MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - Rev. Howard Goertz, Deacon Paul & Church Staff (Church Office Closed Monday, May 29) ALTAR SERVER S MEETING SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2017 There will be an Altar Servers meeting for ALL servers after the 10 am Mass on Sunday, May 28th. We will then take the servers to Alton and Marilyn Williams home for lunch, a hayride and refreshments. The servers will be back at the church by 3 pm for parents to pick up. REFLEJOS * * * * * * * * * * COMPARTE LA ESPERANZA Las lecturas de hoy para la celebración de la Ascensión del Señor una vez más nos recuerdan que los cristianos somos pueblo de esperanza. En la segunda lectura, san Pablo con elocuencia exhorta a los efesios a iluminar su mente para que puedan conocer la esperanza y la gloria que vienen de ser personas que ponen su confianza en el Señor Jesús. En el relato de la Ascensión, narrado en la primera lectura, el Señor Jesús asegura a los discípulos que el poder del Espíritu Santo vendrá sobre ellos. Finalmente, en el Evangelio, el Señr da a concer a los discípulos que su mission es proclamar el Evangelio a todas las naciones. Esta maravillosa fiesta mantiene nuestros ojos enfocados en la esperanza en la que nos afianzamos dese el día de nuestro Bautismo. BURNING OF SANCTUARY LIGHT MAY 2017 FOR FAMILY Offered by: Paul & Rachel Mikesh 2017 GRADUATE S MASS SUNDAY, JUNE 4 * 10 AM MASS There will be a special Graduate s Mass Sunday, June 4 at 10 am. All Graduates from High Schools and Colleges are invited to participate and to wear their cap and gown, also open to other school districts besides Luling ISD. WEEKLY OFFERINGS REPORT Weekend of May 20 & 21 Collections 1st Collection... $2,880.50 Children s Collection... $36.90 Total... $2,917.40 Needed Weekly... $4,198.54 Under weekly needed... <$1,281.14> Other Income Votive Candles... $103.00 Watermelon Thump... $100.00 Mayfest... $110.00 Church Donation... $100.00 Supplies (KC donation)... $1,064.37 With God All Things are Possible!
May 28, 2017 page 3 ST. JOHN S BULLETIN BOARD Sunday Breakfast... Sundays This Sunday, May 28 NO Sunday Breakfast, Memorial Weekend. Next Sunday, June 4 Altar Society will host Sunday Breakfast. Sunday Breakfast is served in the Parish Hall after both the 8 am and 10 am Mass. Práctica del coro (español)... Jueves Práctica del coro (español), cada Jueves a las 6 de la tarde en la casa de la parroquia, 400 S. Pecan. Altar Society Meeting... Sunday, June 4 Altar Society meets every 1st Sunday of the month at 12 noon in the Parish Hall. ** ST. JOHN S 2017 EVENTS ** LULING WATERMELON THUMP JUNE 22-25, 2017 DONATIONS OF 12oz CAN SODAS NEEDED COKE ~ DIET COKE ~ SPRITE ~ DR PEPPER Donations can be dropped off at the Church Office., For more information please call the Office @ 830-875-5354. ALL DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED!! * * * * * * * * * ST. JOHN S FALL FESTVIAL 2017 FALL FESTIVAL MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 31 @ 7:00 PM FALL FESTIVAL KING/QUEEN CANDIDATES NEEDED 1. We are in need of King and Queen candidates for our Fall Festival 2017. 2. Register candidates at St. John s Church office. 3. Candidates must be 5 years of age or older. For more information please call the Church Office @ 830-875-5354. * * * * FESTIVAL DE OTOÑO CANDIDATOS DE REY/REINA NECESITADOS 1. Necesitamos candidatos de Rey y Reina para nuestro Festival de Otoño de 2017. 2. Registre candidatos en la oficina de la iglesia de San Juan. 3. Los candidatos deben ser 5 o más años de edad. Para más información por favor llame a la oficina de la iglesia @ 830-875-5354. SPECIAL COLLECTION: MAY 27 & 28 ARCHDIOCESE FOR THE MILITARY SERVICES A special collection will be taken up in this Mass to support the Archdiocese for the Military Services. The Archdiocese provides the Catholic Church's full range of pastoral ministries and spiritual services to those in the U.S. Armed Forces. Please be generous in your support of this worthy cause. COLECTA ESPECIAL: 27 28 DE MAYO ARQUIDIÓCESIS PARA LOS SERVICIOS MILITARES Una colecta especial se llevará a cabo en esta Misa para apoyar a la Arquidiócesis para los Servicios Militares. La Arquidiócesis para los Servicios Militares provee a aquellos en las Fuerzas Armadas de Estados Unidos de todos los servicios espirituales y ministerios pastorales. Por favor sea generoso en su apoyo a esta valiosa causa. DIOCESAN SUMMER GATHERING OF PRIEST MAY 30 - JUNE 2 Father Howard will be attending a Diocesan Summer Gathering of Priest Tuesday, May 30 Friday, June 2. Therefore no Daily Masses will be held Tuesday, May 30 - Friday, June 2. WATERMELON THUMP MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2017 ST. JOHN S PARISH HALL 7:00 PM KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #8190 BUSINESS MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 6TH @ 7:00 PM ALL OFFICERS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND!!! 2017 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Knights of Columbus Scholarship Application is available for KC members (sons, daughters, wife or members) as well as individuals, who are not affiliated with the KC s. Applications can be picked up at the Church Office and must be turned in by Friday, June 1st. Your Religious Education Faith Fact for the week is.. The Church as the Body of Christ teaches us that every member has a role to play. What can you do for your church? What role might you play? Do no be just a spectator!!
www.stjohnluling.com June 3 & 4 Lectors Eucharistic Ministers Sat. 5:30 pm Bob Hochstein Paul Mikesh Rachel Mikesh Sun. 8:00 am Elisa Gonzales Willie Lopez Connie Lopez Sun. 10:00 am Sharon Pratka Gloria Lopez Cynthia Hunter Sat. 5:30 pm Sun. 8:00 am Sun. 10:00 am Sat. 5:30 pm Sun. 8:00 am Sun. 10:00 am Altar Servers Francisco Reyna Elvia Palacio Lydia Obregon Jason Flores Malachi Ybarra Hospitality Ministers Felix Bienek Julian Sepulveda Sixto Estrada Yolanda Estrada Michael Ramirez Amanda Ramirez GET A SUBSTITUTE IF YOU CAN NOT BE PRESENT!!! **FOR YOUR INFORMATION** Baptisms: One class is required for parents and sponsors! The next English Baptismal Class will be Sunday, August 13 at 11:30 am in Classroom 3. Bautizos Se requiere que los Papás y Padrinos asistan a una Clase de Bautismo. El próximo clase de Bautismo es 6 de Agosto a 11:30 am en el cuarto 3. Marriage A six-months to one-year notice is required, please call the Church office to meet with the Pastor. Bodas De 6-meses a un año de antemano. Llama a la Oficina. Quinceañera Celebration A six months to one-year notice is required, the family must be registered in the parish and the 14 year old must be already enrolled and attending CRE Classes to be eligible to celebrate in the church. Please call the Church Office to meet with the Pastor. Celebrando Tus XV Años Registrate con 6-meses de antemano y haz una cita con el Sacerdote. Ministry to the Sick When a parishioner is hospitalized, in nursing home or homebound please contact the Church at (830) 875-5354, so that arrangements can be made for them to receive the sacraments. Ministerio de los enfermos Comunicate con la Oficina a 830-875-5354. Healing Service (Anointing of the Sick) On the 2nd Saturday of the Month immediately following the 5:30 pm Mass. Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) English & Spanish Saturdays from 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm and Wednesdays after 8 am Daily Mass. St. John s Website Please visit our website: www.stjohnluling.com
St. John the Evangelist Saturday, May 27 St. Augustine of Canterbury Readings: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn 16:23b-28 Mass: 5:30 pm Joyce Crowell (Jay Crowell) Vicente Salinas (Juanita Mendoza) Sunday, May 28 The Ascension of the Lord Readings: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 Mass: 8:00 am Eliazar Rodriguez (Severiano & Isidra Rodriguez) Bill Chapman (Lucy Chapman & Familia) 10:00 am For the Parish Monday, May 29 Memorial Day Readings: Acts 19:1-8; Ps 68:2-3ab, 4-5acd, 6-7ab; Jn 16:29-33 No Mass & Office Closed Father Howard will be attending a Diocesan Summer Gathering of Priest. No Daily Mass will be held May 30 - June 2 Tuesday, May 30 Readings: Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68:10-11, 20-21; Jn 17:1-11a Wednesday, May 31 The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Readings: Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd-6; Lk 1:39-56 Thursday, June 1 St. Justin (24-hr Adoration begins) Readings: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Ps 16:1-2a, 5, 7-11; Jn 17:20-26 First Friday, June 2 Ss. Marcellinus and Peter (24-hr Adoration concludes) Readings: Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab; Jn 21:15-19 First Saturday, June 3 St. Charles Lwanga and Companions Readings: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps 11:4, 5, 7; Jn 21:15-19 Mass: 5:30 pm Isaac Lugo & Beto Lugo (Tina Conley) Dominga Minga Montana (70th BB) (Family) Sunday, June 4 Pentecost Sunday Readings: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20 or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104:1-2a, 24, 35c, 27-28, 29c-30; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1, 24, 29-31, 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13; Jn 20:19-23 Mass: 8:00 am Para la Parroquia 10:00 am Julian & Gloria Lopez (WA) (Family) Ismael Alvarez, Jenna Baur, Shannon Brandom, Rev. Robert Becker, Nicole Bujnoch, Emily Burke, Teresa Calderon, Andrew Cardenas, Walley Casarez, Sophia Castillo, Kase Conley, Lincoln Contreras, Chuck Cypert, Dario & Reina Flores, Diana Flores, Gilbert Beto Garcia, Kenny Gibson, Nemesio Gomez, Emilio Gonzales, Joel Gonzales, John Gonzales, Paul Gonzales, Jonah Granados, Bennie Hedrick, Adeline Heintschel, Don, Shirley & Dustin Hegwar, John Houeye, Taylor Hudgins, John J. Hyatt, Elizabeth Idrogo, Melissa Ivy, Jerry Kidd, Carmen Leal, Jimmy Ledesma, Jr., Alex Lopez, Mario Lopez, III, Paul Lopez, Jimmy D. McIntoch, Juanita Mendoza, Shelley Meyers, Stella Mendoza, Diana Miranda, Jean Netardus, Lucy Oliva, Isabel Orona, Maria Reyes, Gloris Riojas, Haley Rios, Maria Rocha, Alex Rodriguez, Antonia Rodriguez, Leticia Rodriguez, Severiano Rodriguez, Della Salazar, Kathrina Simmons, Renee Spencer, Kathy Starch, Virginia Suarez, Andres Valdez and Helen Vara.
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