Volume XI Issue 43 5830 Mesa Park Drive Las Vegas, NV 89135 (702) HLY-SPRT (702) 459-7778 Parish Life Center (702) 702-901-7419 FAX (702) 437-9548 www.holyspiritlv.org 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - OCTOBER 28, 2018 HOLY SPIRIT STAFF: PASTOR Fr. Bill Kenny frbill@holyspiritlv.org ASSISTING RETIRED CLERGY Fr. Joe Annese and Fr. Tom Gross DEACONS Rich Green deaconrich@holyspiritlv.org Dan Powers deacondan@holyspiritlv.org Doug Winston deacondoug@holyspiritlv.org SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR Sr. Karen Crouse, osf karencrouseosf@franciscanway.org DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN S MINISTRY Anna Forsberg annaf@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Dr. Anne Sinclair dranne@holyspiritlv.org Jonathan Tuala, Assistant jonathant@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY Louie Latina LouieL@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Patti Fitzpatrick pattif@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF LITURGY Kayla Falco kaylaf@holyspiritlv.org ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR Kathy McGee kathym@holyspiritlv.org RECEPTIONIST Yvonne Kacvinsky yvonnek@holyspiritlv.org FAITH FORMATION ASSISTANT & PARISH LIFE CENTER COORD. Tammy Kastrup tammyk@holyspiritlv.org IT MEDIA DIRECTOR Ivan Diaz ivand@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE Anthony Bolino anthonyb@holyspiritlv.org MAINTENANCE STAFF Giovanni Guarino giovannig@holyspiritlv.org Mark Medina, Jr. MASS SCHEDULE Weekday Masses: 7:30 a.m. Mon Sat; Weekend Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m., Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m. TODAY S READINGS First Reading- I will lead the people to brooks of water, on a level road, so that none shall stumble (Jeremiah 31:7-9). Psalm-The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy (Psalm 126). Second Reading -It was not Christ who glorified himself, but rather the one who said to him: You are my son: this day I have begotten you (Hebrews 5:1-6). Gospel -Immediately the blind man received his sight and followed Jesus on the way (Mark 10:46-52). 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. OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. (Closed Sundays) THE HOPE AND PROMISE OF REDEMPTION The prophet Jeremiah prophesies the end of the Babylonian exile. He describes how the weak and sorrowful people now return with joy. These are the scattered people of God: the blind and the lame, the mothers and pregnant women. They shall be led along an easy road so that no one will stumble. The Lord s kindness and mercy are on all these weak and broken people. Here and in Psalm 126 we find the most lovely poetic images of God s love and care for us. Those that sow in tears / shall reap rejoicing. Although they go forth weeping, / carrying the seed to be sown, / they shall come back rejoicing, / carrying their sheaves (Psalm 126:5 6). Although God had to punish Israel for their many sins, God never forgot them, scattered as they were, and brings them all back to the land of their ancestors, there to flourish and be joyful again. We can see in this the hope and the promise of our own redemption, gathered from the far corners of the earth into the great banquet of God. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
SACRAMENTS AT HOLY SPIRIT Baptisms: For children 6 and under: Sign-up for Baptism class is available on our website under the Sacraments tab. All baptisms at Holy Spirit take place during regular weekend liturgies. For children over 7: Contact Anna Forsberg, Director of Children s Faith Formation, for info on a special program for older unbaptized children. 1st Communion: Child must be registered in Religious Education at Holy Spirit. For more information about Children s Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation contact Anna Forsberg, 702 906 1778 Confirmation: For information about the Confirmation Program contact Louie Latina, 702-459-7778, Ext. 106 Adult Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion: Call the parish office (702-459-7778). Reconciliation/Confession: Saturdays from 9:00 10:00 a.m. in the Reconciliation Room or call the office (702-459-7778 Ext. 105) to make an appointment for face-to-face with Fr. Bill. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the office (702-459-7778) to schedule the reception of this sacrament. Ministers of Care (Hospital, Care Center, Homebound): If you or a loved one are in a facility or homebound and would like a communion visit, call Jeanette Lombardo at 702-882-8750 or e- mail jeanettelombardo@cox.net. Funerals: To schedule a funeral, please contact the office (702) HLY-SPRT (459-7778), and Patti Fitzpatrick, our funeral coordinator, will meet with you to plan the services. Marriage: Before you can begin Marriage Prep at Holy Spirit, you (or a parent) must first be registered at least six months in the parish. Couples who meet this requirement may call Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation, at 702-465-9469 or e-mail: m.fulkerson64@yahoo.com to start your preparation. If you are new to Holy Spirit, we invite you to register in the parish and worship with us as you await entrance into Marriage Prep. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: First Thursday of every month starting December 6th, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the church. Page 2 PARISH OFFICES & MEETING SPACES The parish office is located in the Church building. The Youth Ministry and Faith Formation Offices, Spiritual Direction offices, Upper Room and Conference Room are located in the modular on our parish property behind the Church. Food for the Poor Please remember to bring food items for Casa de Luz each weekend. Boxed and canned items are most appreciated: Peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, tuna, cereals (hot and cold), rice, beans,etc. Contact List Volunteer Coordinators RCIA: Deacon Rich Green deaconrich@holyspiritlv.org Weddings: Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation 702-465-9469 or m.fulkerson64@yahoo.com Social Events: Anna Forsberg (Staff Liaison) - 702-906-1778 Knights of Columbus: Patrick Jordan, Grand Knight, 702-326-4886 Mike Rinaldi, Faithful Navigator, 702-610-2050 New Beginnings: Grief: Patti Fitzpatrick, 847-757-2035/ Susie Cram, 702-459-7778 Divorce: Barb Fraser & Bob Clark holyspiritdivorceministry@gmail.com Outreach Committee-Community of Salt & Light: Araceli Franco, 702-955-1706 or e-mail: mafs01@yahoo.com Roselle Vetere, 702-826-2925 or e-mail: daytrippers2@hotmail.com LITURGICAL MINISTRY COORDINATORS Readers: Michelle Healy, 702-456-7473 or e-mail: teachmmh@aol.com Eucharistic Ministers: Kayla Falco, 702-459-7778 Altar Servers: Len Urso, holyspiritserver@gmail.com Bread Bakers: Karrie Tackett, 702-575-4245 karrie.tackett@gmail.com Hospitality/Greeters: Jerry Gonzalez, 516-376-4440 bern113084@aol.com Altar Linens: Dominique Moyer, koldewynfamily@yahoo.com If you are interested in becoming a volunteer in any of the above ministries, please give the coordinator a call. If you are a family member of someone who is seriously ill and you have his/her permission, you may request their name be put on this prayer list.. You may also place your own name on the prayer list: 702-459-7778 or e-mail the names to kathym@holyspiritlv.org Joseph Almeida Eisley Aquino Ghia Aquino Mickey & Morgan Areford Norman Black Blake Bowlen Bobbie Bubonovich Larry Brady Belinda Buan Virginia Calaguan Leesa Chang Celia Connors Therese Curry Andrea Dacquel Luis Diaz Alojzija Fink Benjamin Franco Adrain Gabbiano Mirid Hansen Joanne Hart Michael & Scott Hart Dee Howard Randy Howell Yocybel Itorralba Cathy Iwai Maria Annette Janrega Ruby Jose Betty & John Kaniaupio Bob Kaufmann Lamont Klecot, Sr. Karina Lachica Jisoo Lee Edith Lichtenberger Gina & Steve Longo Marshal McMahon Marcel Mehle Sharon Nolan John O Connor Frank & Millie O Connor Tim O Donnell Pam Perrella Julia Perroots Raymund Petilia Marija Poderzaj Jay Rodrigues Donny Romero Rock Ron-Monroy Bob Scoble Donna Simmons Neil Spaulding Bill Vanderheid Victor V. Villafranca Vanessa V. Villafranca Lillian Villanueza Patsy Watkins Geno Wickek Loretta Williams Kayla Willis Sarah Zoeller
Page 3 THE WEEK AHEAD MONDAY, OCTOBER 29 7:30 AM Morning Mass Church 6:30 PM Catholic Inquiry PLC Conference Room TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30 7:30 AM Morning Mass Church 6:30 PM RCIA Meeting WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31 - HALLOWEEN 7:30 AM Morning Mass Church THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 ALL SAINTS DAY 7:30 AM Holy Day Mass Church 12:00 PM Holy Day Mass Church 3:00 PM High School Bible Study Upper Room 6:00 PM Holy Day Mass Church 7:00 PM Knights of Columbus Upper Room FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 - ALL SOULS DAY 7:30 AM Morning Mass Church 6:00 PM All Souls Mass Church SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 7:30 AM Morning Mass Church 9:00 AM Ministers of Care Training Music Room 9:00 AM VIRTUAL TOUR OF LOURDES Church 4:00 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 7:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 9:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 11:00 AM SOAR Classes 12:30 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 2:00 PM Parent/Youth Sacramental Sessions Upper Room 5:00 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese 6:00 PM Interfaith Forum Church 6:30 PM Life Night Upper Room RCIA An Affair of the Heart Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process which prepares persons for reception into the Catholic Church. The process begins with Inquiring about the Catholic Faith. Contact Deacon Rich Green, deaconrich@holyspiritlv.org for information about RCIA Inquiry sessions and events. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, Oct. 28-30th Sunday in Ordinary Time; Priesthood Sunday Jeremiah 31:7-9; Ps 126:1-6; Hebrew 5:1-6; Mark 10:46-52 Monday, Oct. 29 Ephesians 4:32 5:8; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Luke 13:10-17 Tuesday, Oct. 30 Ephesians 5:21-33 or 5:2a, 25-33; Ps 128:1-5;Luke 13:18-21 Wednesday, Oct. 31 - Halloween Ephesians 6:1-9; Ps 145:10-14; Luke 13:22-30 Thursday, Nov. 1 - All Saints Day Revelation 7:2-4, 9-14; Ps 24:1-6; 1 John 3:1-3; Mt 5:1-12a Friday, Nov. 2 - Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day); First Friday Wisdom 3:1-9; Ps 23:1-6; Romans 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; John 6:37-40, or any readings from no. 668 or from the Masses for the Dead, nos. 1011-1016 Saturday, Nov. 3 - St. Martin de Porres; Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday Philippians 1:18b-26; Ps 42:2, 3, 5cdef; Luke 14:1, 7-11 Sunday, November 4-31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Deuteronomy 6:2-6; Ps 18:2-4, 47, 51; Hebrews7:23-28; Mark 12:28b-34 PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT Weekend Budgeted Income for 2017/2018: $30,000.00 Collection weekend of Oct. 20/21: $17,913.15 Online donations week of Oct. 20/21: 4,272.00 TOTAL: $22,185.15 World Mission Collection: $ 2,511.00 Thank you for your continued generosity to Holy Spirit! House Blessings Parishioners may request a house blessing by contacting the parish office, 702-459-7778. You will be contacted by one of our Deacons. New phone, address and/or e-mail? Please let us know! You can call the office, 702-459-7778, or drop a note in the collection.
First 30th Sunday in of Ordinary Advent - December Time October 3, 201728, 2018 There are three wonderful events happening in the next 8 days! I hope that you can take the time to attend all or any of them; each of them in their own way will be inspiriting, spiritual and educational. Each of them is an opportunity to reach beyond our own parish needs and concerns and see the bigger picture of the world in which we live. 1. This Sunday night, October 28, we have the French Boys Choir performing in the Church at 7:00 p.m. They are lead by François Olivier and Véronique Thomassin from Paris. The choir has been visitng the United States througout this month October; prior to their Las Vegas visit, they will have been at a parish in Phoenix, Arizona. This group are 19 boys and teenager --ranging in ages from 11-17. They are being housed in the homes of our own parishioners who have children or teens rouglhly in the same age group. I am housing François and his wife and their two children. The program gives young boys a special experience of life through singing and group life. Traveling in various countries also gives them the opportunity to discover different cultures. Their life is made of concerts, television shows, singing lessons, tours and participating in the liturgy. They regularly give concerts of the repertoire (Handel's Messiah, Mozart's Requiem, Vivaldi's Gloria, etc.) in prestigious places, and also sing for humanitarian causes. They will offer music of the sixteenth century and the well known Hallelujah from Handel, Ave Maria from Gounod, as well as music pieces of the French folklores. They will also exclusively sell their last CD. Please make every effort to attend. All Saints Day THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE: 7:30 a.m. 12:00 noon 6:00 p.m. All Soul s Mass Holy Spirit Catholic Church Friday, Nov. 2, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m. You are invited to the All Soul s Day Liturgy to commemorate those loved ones who have gone before us. 2. Next Saturday, November 3, at 9:00 a.m. in the Church will be "The Lourdes Experience: a Virtual Pilgrimage Program" It will consist of the following elements: Prayerful Reflection -- an invitation to reflect and pray in silence throughout the spiritual experience; Lourdes Water will be offered to all "pilgrims"". It is authenic undiluted Lourdes Water from the Spring in the Grotto in Lourdes, France, bottled by North American Lourdes Volutneers in Syracuse, NY. Eucharistic Blessing will be offered which includes Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. A candlelight Rosary will be recited during the Service. Following the program, several priests will be available for the hearing of individual confessions. 3. Next Sunday, November 4, Holy Spirit will host one of the annual Interfaith Forum events. See page 9 for full details. I will be on the panel of presenters. The topic is how our different faiths handle adversity and suffering both individually and in the world. The Forum Session begins at 7:00 p.m. and will last for 90 minutes. : HOW MY FAITH HELPS THE WORLD DEAL WITH ADVERSITY AND HELPS THE INDIVIDUAL Come to me, all you who are weary, and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Please join us before Mass to sign your loved one s name in the Book of Remembrance. Page 4
First 30th Sunday in of Ordinary Advent - December Time October 3, 201728, 2018 MANY SINCERE THANKS! We are so grateful to the Holy Spirit community for supporting our tennis shoes drive for Ghana, Africa! The hundreds and hundreds of shoes you provided will be used and appreciated by people of all ages in Ghana. Our Activities Director, Mr. Jimmy Gleich, will be going to Africa over spring break to deliver them, and you can be guaranteed smiles from ear to ear! This drive truly fits the phrase one man s trash is another man s treasure. Thank you so very much! Susie Portz Bishop Gorman High School Campus Ministry/Service Coordinator Page 5
PreK 5th Grade Faith Formation & Sacramental Preparation Classes have started Can you volunteer? With approximately 500 children registering for SOAR Faith Formation classes we need teachers, class aides, hall monitors, parking supervisors, set up and tear down help.. Lots of help! If you think you can help, please call or email Anna Anna Forsberg Director of Children s Ministry & Faith Formation annaf@holyspiritlv.org Tel: 702 906 1778 Please inquire with Anna Calling 702 906 1778 or Email annaf@holyspiritlv.org to check availability for the class / grades if you still haven t registered your children. Classes begin September 16 September 23 September 30 October 7 October 14 November 4 November 11 December 2 December 9 December 16 All classes are in BGHS 300/500 hallways accessed via fire lane. 11am-12pm
THE UPPER ROOM FALL 2018 Life Nights are held Sunday s from 6:30-8:00pm (Unless otherwise noted) and are open to all those in 9 th -12 th Grades. SEPTEMBER: Sunday, September 30th: LIFE NIGHT Vital Series Week #3: Life in the Vine: The Gifts & Fruits of the Holy Spirit All high school teens, grades 9-12, are invited to Life Nights CONFIRMATION AT HOLY SPIRIT Registration IS NOW OPEN! Register Online at: http://www.holyspiritlv.orgconfirmation-registration.html or Email Louie Latina for a registration packet OCTOBER: Sunday, October 7th: LIFE NIGHT Vital Series Week #4: Signs of Life: Signs & Wonders of the Holy Spirit. Sunday, October 14th: CONFIRMATION SESSIONS 2:30-4:30pm Formation Year (Year 1) Why: Faith and Baptism 6:30-8:30pm Sacramental Year (Year 2) Grace Perfected: The Sacrament of Confirmation Sunday, October 21st: LIFE NIGHT Fall Movie Night (Movie TBA during Life Night). Note ending time 8:30 (moved 30 minutes later to accommodate full movie length) Sunday, October 21st: PARENT RETREAT MEETING 6:30 8:00pm in the Church. For at least one parent to attend for those who will be on retreat in November (Sacramental Year Year 2 Confirmation Teens) or Email Louie Latina for a registration packet Louie Latina Director of Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 (702) 901-4106; (702)379-5723 LouieL@holyspiritlv.org Facebook Twitter Instagram EDGE Nights: Middle School Youth Ministry Wednesdays 5:00-6:30pm All Edge Sessions Take Place in the Upper Room Email the Youth Ministry Office for a full registration packet for our 2018-2019 Edge Year. You can also download a registration pack on our website. Sacramental Prep also available Wednesday, October 3rd: EDGE NIGHT Breathing Fire Week #3: Kindling The Church Wednesday, October 10th: EDGE NIGHT Breathing Fire Week #4: Everlasting One, Holy, Catholic & Apostolic Wednesday, October 17th: EDGE NIGHT Breathing Fire Week #5: Life in the Fire Structure of the Church Wednesday, October 24th: EDGE NIGHT Breathing Fire Week #6: Fire Inside An Edge Night on Mary Page 7
10/13-11/11 - Spreading the Warmth benefiting Casa de Luz, Catholic Worker and other agencies needing our assistance. Please consider donating NEW or gently used hats, gloves, mittens, scarves and blankets for children, teens, women and men in all sizes. We are also in need of NEW socks in the same genders and sizes as above. ThanksGiving Back Food Drive will run simultaneously with Spreading the Warmth. A complete list of food items will be posted in the October 14th bulletin. 11/17-12/9 - Angel Tree benefiting 7 agencies in the community. Angels will be on the trees the weekend of November 17th, (the weekend before Thanksgiving), to allow people to take advantage of sales after the Thanksgiving holiday. Thank you for supporting all our Outreach Programs and for caring and sharing! Have you been wondering what ministry you could participate in at Holy Spirit? We have a Social Committee that plans different functions for the Church. We hold meetings once a month or every other month. If you re interested in joining to be a part of the fun, please reach out to Kristal Urso k.castillourso@icloud.com Our next meeting will be November 14, 7:15-8:15 p.m. in the Parish Life Center. Hope to see you in our group! Upcoming Social Events: *Sat., Dec. 1st - Art in Spirit (Christmas Ornament Painting) -We will be pre-selling tickets during SOAR on Nov. 4th and Nov. 11th and then selling after all the Masses the weekend of Nov. 18th. - Ornaments will cost $8 in advance and $10 at the door. (You will pick your ornament in advance, paint it the day of and then it will be fired and returned prior to Christmas. New Rosary Group Anyone who wants to pray the rosary is invited to join a new rosary group on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on November 7th at 9:00 a.m. in the Church. Please join us! Page 8
Annual Interfaith Community Program INTERFAITH FORUMS 2018 31st Season Please join us as we gain a greater understanding and awareness of the diverse faith traditions represented in Southern Nevada. After panel presentations, audience members have an opportunity to submit written questions on cards provided at the event. Time constraints may limit the number of questions that can be addressed. The program includes a short fellowship following each forum, prepared by the host faith community. For more information call 702-895-9303 or visit www.interfaithsn.org. Please join us at Holy Spirit on NOV. 4 for the next Forum in the series: ADVERSITY: HOW MY FAITH HELPS THE WORLD DEAL WITH ADVERSITY AND HELPS THE INDIVIDUAL VIEW AND MAKE SENSE OF SUFFERING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2018-7:00 P.M. AT HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLICISM: Fr. Bill Kenny, Holy Spirit Catholic Church ISLAM: Athar Haseebullah, Esq., Chairperson, Masjid Ibrahim Mosque ROMANI: Ms. Melissa Akiima Eggstaff, Drabarni SIKH: Upinder Singh, M.D., Baba Deep Singh Ji Gurdwara AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL: Rev. Leonard B. Jackson, Faith Organizing Alliance THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS: Sister Marylynn Paul, Coordinator LDS Seminaries MODERATOR: Ms. Elham Khomassi Remaining Forums in the Series: November 11 - November 18 - THE OPEN FORUM A CHANCE TO ASK THE QUESTIONS YOU VE ALWAYS WANTED TO ASK - at Grace in the Desert Episcopal Church, 2004 Spring Gate, Las Vegas, NV 89134. THE ANNUAL INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE - at First A.M.E. Church (African American Methodist Episcopal) 2446 Revere St., North Las Vegas NV 89030 Page 9
November 2018 Veterans Day Holiday Observed Parish Office Closed Page 10