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Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church1003 North Tyler Street - Little Rock, Arkansas 72205
“Encounter Jesus, Serve Others.”
SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (Divine Mercy Sunday) - APRIL 28, 2019
Fr. John Marconi, [email protected]
Deacon John HallDeacon Lawrence H. Jegley (Retired)
Susej Thompson, Pastoral Music DirectorSamantha Denefe, Director of Evangelization
& Adult Faith FormationWendy Floriani, Director of Youth Faith Formation
Denise Dumars, Director of Youth MinistryLaura G. Humphries, Parish Life
& Stewardship DirectorSusie Williams, Facilities & Events Coordinator
Shelley Tienken, Business ManagerNan Connell, Accountant
Cindy Stabnick, Pastoral SecretaryStacey Matchett, Church Secretary
Nancy Handloser, Principal
Church Office: (501) 663-8632 • Website: www.holysouls.org • E-mail: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/OLHSAR
Church Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 12 Noon - 1 to 4 pm School: (501) 663-4513 • Cafeteria: 501) 663-6125 • Extended Care: (501) 663-7438
SUNDAY, MAY 59:15 - 10:15 a.m. ~ Allen Center
THAT “E” WORDDc. Danny Hartnedy• St. John Paul the Great encourages us to
undertake the new Evangelization.Part of the New Evangelizationis to live what we say we believe.
• What Gospel events have been writtenin your life?
• What does it mean to Christianize society?• How can you share your Faith story?
Refreshments ~ Fellowship ~ Childcare ~ Q & A
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSCouncil 812
invites you to join themfor a
on Sunday, May 5thfrom12 Noon till 2:00 p.m.
in the Allen Center
Cost:$10 adults, $5 children under 12
with $40 immediate family maximum
ANNUAL CAKE CONTEST -- Details on page 3
Mexican Fiesta Lunch
Menu:Taco Bar ~ Mexican Rice ~ Seasoned Black Beans
Cheese Dip ~ SalsaPunch ~ Margaritas
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Church (CH); Parish Hall (PH); Allen Center (AC);Gathering Room (GR); Eucharistic Chapel (EC);
Benedict House (BH); School (S)
CALENDARThis Week at Holy Souls . . .
Monday, April 29:No 7am Mass
Tuesday, April 30:7am Mass, Church
Wednesday, May 1:9am Adoration, Church5:15pm Benediction, Church5:30pm Mass, Church6pm Sr. High CYM, Benedict House
Thursday, May 2:7am Mass, Church
Friday, May 3:8:15am School Mass, Church1:30pm School Early Out
Saturday, May 4:7am 1st Saturday Rosary, Church8am 1st Saturday Mass, Church2:30-3:30pm Confessions, Church4pm Vigil Mass & First Communion, Church
Sunday, May 5, First Communion Sunday:8am Mass, Church9:15am Sunday Series, Allen Center10:30am Mass, Church12 Noon Knights of Columbus Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Fiesta Lunch,Allen Center
5:30pm Mass, Church
2019 Holy Souls Vacation Bible School
June 17 - 203:00 to 6:00 p.m.
This year’s theme is ROAR! This epic African adventure en-gages the whole herd. At Roar, kids explore God’s good-ness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them throughthis wild life. VBS is open to children entering K-5th gradesin Fall 2019.
Students entering 6th grade and above are needed as assis-tant crew leaders. We are looking for parents, young adults,and students (6th - 12th) to volunteer.
Register to attend or volunteer to help at our website,www.holysouls.org. Go to: Faith Life - VBS. Contact Wendyat [email protected] for more information.
Responding to the WordThomas wanted proof rather than
relying on the word of the other disciples.When has it been difficult for me to trust
the word of others about Jesus?Jesus, be with me . . .
Liturgical Notes . . .
*To reflect on this Sunday’s readings online, go towww.usccb.org/bible/readings/042819.cfm
THIS WEEK: April 28 - May 4
Come, Sit With JesusAdoration of the Blessed Sacrament is a specialopportunity to sit with Jesus Christ in a more powerfulway. We, as Catholics, believe in the true presence of
on Wednesdays
Christ in the Eucharist and he ispresent in the consecrated hostwithin the monstrance on the altar.Come, spend an hour with him andsee the power of God make adifference in your life.
Holy Souls offers Adoration onWednesdays from 9am to5:15pm.
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Laura Humphries,Parish Life & Stewardship Director
Grateful Stewardsof God’s Gifts . . .
“God raised this Jesus;of this we are all witnesses”
(Acts 2:32)
How to do witness to Jesus’ resurrection on Easter Sunday?At Mass, surely, and likely at a large dinner or gatheringwith family and friends. But today, life goes on. The Easterhigh, spiritual and sugar, begins to dissipate as we shiftfrom contemplation of Jesus’ passion during Holy Weekand return to everyday concerns. Still, we are changedsometimes a little, sometimes a lot, by our Lenten sacrificesof time, talent, or treasure. Maybe we’re a bit slower toanger or a bit freer with our charitable contributions or a bitmore willing to say yes to the request for our help. As thosechanges become habits today and in the days to come, weshow the world the way Jesus lives in us. Lord, let myactions, words, and thoughts serve as witnesses to yourgoodness. An excerpt from Living with Christ
Jesus has risen! So now, what do we do with these feelingsof joy and hope that Easter gives us. We can, spread theGood News to our neighbors, to those we work with andencounter. We can be the Catholic Christians that Jesuscalls us to be. Helping others, being kind, spreading hislove to everyone we meet. It doesn’t take all that we have tobe kind, to be understanding, to offer a smile, to hold adoor, to let someone go first. In this world of rush, rush, wecan slow down and be kind to one another. We can showwarmth and compassion. We never know what is happeningin another’s life; and that one minute or few minutes thatwe give, can make a difference if we just take the time.
Encounter Jesus, Serve Others
Cake ContestIn conjunction with the Cinco de Mayo Mexican FiestaLunch, the Knights of Columbus will be having a Cake Con-test. Bake your favorite cake (not store bought) -- the morecreative the better, but have fun! Cakes must be delivered onSunday, May 5th between 9 -10am to the Allen Center lobby.One free luncheon ticket will be given to the maker of eachcake. Cakes will be judged on overall appearance, taste &texture, and creativity. Winner announced at 1pm. Prizesgiven to top three contestants. For more information, con-tact Pete Stabnick at 400-4460.
Robert Flynn
TournamentSponsored by the
Holy Souls Men’s Club
Memorial Golf
WHY: Robert Flynn MemorialScholarship Fund(Funds 12 semester scholarshipsat Holy Souls School per year.)
WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 2019Shotgun Start - 8:30 a.m.NEW STARTING TIME
WHERE: Country Club of Ark.in Maumelle
WHO: Individualsand/or teamsScramble (4 Man)
COST: $85 per person
CONTACT: Jim Lareau 258-2422 / [email protected] or Kelley Renard 231-3582 / [email protected]
Registration form available at www.holysouls.org
YOUTH MINISTRYCORE TEAM TRAINING
For all adults currently working as well as those interestedin working with the Youth Ministry, we will have a Core TeamTraining on Sunday, May 5, from noon - 4 pm at theBenedict House. Please call Denise Dumars to register(501-554-6929). Lunch will be served.
The 2019 Praise and Worship Conference, “Created forWorship” is a two day gathering, Friday, June 14 & Satur-day, June 15. Join us for a weekend of prayer, music teach-ing, and training for people who love praise and worshipmusic, serve in music ministry, or are interested in startinga ministry. Josh Blakesley will be a Special Guest Musi-cian. Admission fee is $35. All ages welcome! Register atwww.holysouls.org. For more information, contact SusejThompson at 501-663-8632 or [email protected].
Mass attendance, April 6 & 7 985Mass attendance, April 13 & 14 1,144Mass attendance, April 20 & 21 1,928
Diocesan Special Collections – Holy Thursday - Seminarians $ 14,611 Good Friday - Holy Land $ 2,541
Weekend Collections – April 6 & 7 $ 33,016 April 13 & 14 $ 19,868 April 20 & 21 $ 29,073 Total April Collections $ 81,957 Total April Budgeted Collections $ 115,000
Actual Collections (7/1/18 - 3/31/19) $ 1,095,909Budgeted (7/1/18 - 3/31/19) $ 1,180,000Amount in deficit of Budget $ ( 84,091)
Children’s Collection - April $ 271
Maintenance Fund $ 1,492
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COLLECTIONS/STEWARDSHIP UPDATE
The Catholic Diocese of Little Rock is committed to protectingchildren and young people. If you are aware of abuse or havebeen abused by clerics, Church volunteers or Church workers,please contact the Vicar General for the Diocese of Little Rockat (501) 664-0340 ext. 361, and the State of Arkansas Hotline
for Crimes against Children at 1-800-482-5964. For pastoral assistance pleasecontact the Victim Assistance Coordinators for the Diocese of Little Rock.Drs. George & Sherry Simon at (501) 766-6001. Diocesan Offices: 2500 N.Tyler Street, Little Rock, AR 72207.
Holy Souls This & That . . .
Thank you for supporting our church!
Divorce Support GroupIf you are hurting due to a divorce or separation, this groupis for you. It can answer some of the questions you mayhave about divorce and your Catholic Faith. It can also helpyou work through issues like anger, depression, forgiveness,handling money,”our” children and letting go. If you know ofsomeone or if you need the support of others call the churchand we will do our best to help you. Call Laura or [email protected]. The group starts May 2.
May 4th will be the First Saturday of the month and the firstone during the Season of Easter. You are invited to joinwith us in praying the Rosary and - through examining thescriptural references of the Glorious Mysteries - rememberJesus’ Resurrection, his upcoming Ascension and theDescent of the Holy Spirit. Also since Saturdays are devotedto Our Blessed Mother – what better way to remember herthan to meditate on her Assumption and Coronation? Ourleader for this rosary will be Tom Kirchner who will usescripture, reflections and other prayers to guide our journeyand to enhance our experience. The rosary will start at 7am, one hour before the Saturday morning Mass.
FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY
Join us for a Divine Mercy Holy Hour this Sunday, DivineMercy Sunday, April 28th, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in theChurch.
Next Weekend, May 4th & 5thOur 2nd graders will be making their First Communion dur-ing all Masses on Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5.Please pray for these children. Cards with the children’snames are available in the church vestibule.
Annie Frances Lienhartdaughter of
Mark & Katie (Calicott) Lienhart
Thomas Gabriel Lavenderson of
Jordan & Samantha (Davids) Lavender
BaptismsPlease welcome the following newly baptized children ofGod into our church community:
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OUR PARISHIONERS -- Sherry Wortsmith; Corky Zaloudek; Becky Price;Robert Carter; Rita Barthol; Joe Kirchner; Lillian Henriquez; Mary Adney; Rob Mondy;Bob Skarda; Rosie Searle; Jessica Remsing; Kate Evans; Wayne Thomisee; BenjaminStuart; Charlie Baker; Greg Sheard; Micki & Robert Fitzpatrick; Judy Caldarera;Glennabell McCumpsey; Rita Williams; Kay Loss; Tina Pinter; Henry Schulte;Grace Nowak; John Flake; Kim Konecny Mullen; Wally Anger; Jeffrey Smith; AliceStuff; Claire Lieblong; Linda McFall; Pat Keogh; Janet Davis; Sherry Henderson; andEd Swain.
OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS -- Carl Calhoun; the JonathanForte Family; the Petty Family; Dorothy Ehlebracht; Fr. Richard Oswald; BettyFranzetti; Scott Helmbeck; Katie Ehemann; Alice Humphries; Scott Snider; JimMurray; Harry Cumnock; Jason Boyd; Michelle Hastings; Rose Thomas; CindiWoodiel; Sara Clevenger; Mark Troillett; Don King; Lynn Worthen; Brant Musgrave;Betty Walker; Clem Egleston; Katie Sanders; and Grayson Wood.
THOSE WHO HAVE DIED -- Msgr. John O’Donnell, and Gene Stafford,brother-in-law of MaryAnn Stafford and uncle of Mack Stafford.
OUR SEMINARIANS -- especially Minh Phong Nguyen and Deacon Jon Miskin.
In order to keep our bulletin prayer list up-to-date for the sick, names will remain onthe list for four weeks. Then their name will be written in the Book of Intercessionwhere they will be remember during every Mass. To continue for another four weeks,please call the church office.
That the Church in Africa, through the commit-ment of its members,may be the seed of unityamong her peoples and a sign of hope for thiscontinent.
Petitions of theMinistry of Praise
May 2019Pope Francis’
Intentions:
Altar ServerTraining
forNEW
ServersOn Saturday, May 4th, we will have training for New AltarServers from 9:30 till 11:00 a.m. This is open to 3rd, 4th,and 5th grade boys and girls who wish to serve their Churchas an Altar Server. Another training is not planned beforenext fall, so please plan to attend this training.
Fill out the form below, and return to the Church Office. YouMUST make a reservation to attend this training.
ALTAR SERVER TRAININGSaturday, May 4th -- 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Server’s Name _______________________________
Parent’s Name _______________________________
Phone Number _______________________________
Email Address ________________________________(Email used to link to scheduling program)
Mass Preference:1st: Saturday 4pm; Sunday 8am 10:30am 5:30pm2nd: Saturday 4pm; Sunday 8am 10:30am 5:30pm
Return this form by May 2nd to Holy Souls Church,1003 No. Tyler St., Little Rock, AR 72205
Thank you to Susie Williams, Joann Minton, Doloris Wiedower,Laura Humphries, Jewele Matthews, Brooke White, Jane Bregyfor helping with the Hillcrest Lenten Services luncheon at HolySouls on April 12.
Thank you to John and Jessica Baker, James Alsbrook andJim Metzger for taking someone to Mass. Thank you for givingof yourself to give to others.
Thank you to all the Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick who go toparishioners’ homes and deliver Holy Communion to themand to all the Ministers that take Holy Communion to UAMS,the VA, Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities. Yourselfless gift is very much appreciated.
Thank you to all the Liturgical Ministers that come to Massweek after week and serve as Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers,Eucharistic Minister Captains and Ushers. Your service is trulyvaluable and appreciated.
Thank you to Susie Williams, Tamara Ketter, Erika Robertson,Jim & Susanne Carter, Cindy Odom, Emily Odom, BrookeWhite, and Ryan & Julia Elkins for helping with the Easter VigilReception.
Thank You
RIDE TO CHURCHIf you are available to provide transportation to the churchduring the weekday, please let me know. We are lookingfor person(s) to provide transportation to and from the churchduring the week. Wednesday during Adoration would bewonderful. If you can help, please let Laura know. Call heror email [email protected].
REGISTRATION FOR NEW MEMBERSRegistration for new members is completed in the church officeor online by visiting our web page, www.holysouls.org. Pleasecontact the church office or go online at www.holysouls.org ifyou have moved, changed your telephone number, movedfrom your parent’s home or graduated from college.
RCIAIf you are interested in becoming Catholic, please call SamanthaDenefe at 501-663-8632 or email [email protected].
RETURNING CATHOLICSIf you are interested in returning to the Catholic Church, contactSamantha Denefe at 501-663-8632 or [email protected].
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATIONSaturdays from 2:30 to 3:30pm and Wednesdays before FirstFriday from 4:30 to 5:00pm or call the church office for anappointment.
CHURCH VISITSThe Church is open from 7am-4pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday,& Friday). Please enter through the chapel door after 9am. OnWednesday, the Church is open from 9am till after the 5:30pmMass. Adoration is on Wednesday from 9am till 5pm.
BAPTISMBaptisms are scheduled on an individual basis. Please callthe church office for more information.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGEContact the church office a minimum of six months in advance.
HOSPITAL STAYSPlease call the church office if you or someone you know is inthe hospital. We want to visit you and pray for you while youare in the hospital.
NURSERYThe Nursery is available in the Parish Hall for your youngchildren (age 5 and younger) for all regular weekend Masses.
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Do not be conquered by evil, but conquer evil with good. (Romans 12:21)
SENIOR HIGH CYM (GRADES 9-12)
Around the Diocese . . .
CYM meets this Wednesday, May 1,6-8 pm. It will be our formal “SeniorFarewell” (though they are still welcometo continue coming!). Dinner and gameswill start at 6 pm.
MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 6-8)
The CYM Spring Camping Trip to Petit Jean State Park!April 26-28. Check to see if there are still spots open.
Ensure your spot now by signing up andmaking a $25 deposit for the annualBuffalo River Float Trip, Monday, June17-Thursday, June 20. The cost is $150 (includestransportation, canoe rental, cabin accommodations, andfood). A limited number of spots (based on our number ofadult drivers) will be open, and this is also open to current8th graders.
SEARCH #146: If you are a current sophomore-senior, this is for you! This is a wonderfulopportunity to make your faith your own as youhear the witness of your peers. The dates are
June 28-30, and it is held at St. John Center here in LittleRock. Registration deadline is June 10, and the cost is$135 (*SCHOLARSHIPS available through Holy Souls andthe Diocese – contact Denise for information).
McGehee Mission Trip: Sign up now forthe Mission Trip to McGehee! We areworking on the adult volunteer drivers, socommit now to guarantee a spot. The dates are June 22-27, and we have some great activities and service planned!Adult volunteers/drivers needed.
CYM final school year meeting will be Thursday,May 9, 6-7:30 pm. We will have a cookout inthe backyard of the Benedict House (weatherpermitting) and fun and games.
Current 8th Graders are welcome to go onour annual Buffalo River Float TripMonday, June 17-Thursday, June 20.Register NOW – we are filling up the spots! ($150 andincludes transportation, canoe rental, cabinaccommodations & food.)
Current 8th Graders are also welcome to go to the McGeheeMission Trip, June 22-27. Get the information from Denisesoon if you plan to go. Adult volunteers needed.
HELP WANTED: St Joseph’s Helpers/ ArkansasPregnancy Resource Center is interviewing for the positionof Executive Director. Persons interested should email aresume and cover letter to Brian Gilmartin [email protected]
TAMING THE LION WITHIN: 5 STEPS FROM ANGERTO PEACE. Do you have hot anger – yelling at people,throwing things, cursing bad drivers, mean thoughts aboutothers? Do you have cold anger – carrying grudges,isolating from others who need you, being late to thingsyou commit to but don’t want to do? Do you know peoplewith anger and want to understand them better? This FREE5-week study begins on May 5 and continues on Sundaysat 11:30 AM in the Parlor (after 10 AM Mass). St John theBaptist Catholic Church, 589 W Grand Ave., Hot Springs,Arkansas. Dr. Ronda Chervin, Professor of Philosophy, StJohn’s Parishioner, Author of “Taming The Lion” and EWTNPresenter, is our study leader. QUESTIONS? Reach Rondaat 860-759-4521 or [email protected]
To read the daily reading online, go to www.usccb.org/nab/today.shtml
Monday, April 29 ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA - Acts 4:23-31-37; Ps 2:1-4, 7-9; Jn 3:1-8No Mass
Tuesday, April 30 ST. PIUS V - Acts 4:32-37; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Jn 3:7b-157:00 a.m. Mass The Pawlowski & Guzik Families by Elzbieta Pawlowski
Wednesday, May 1 ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER - Acts 5:17-26; Ps 34:2-9; Jn 3:16-215:30 p.m. Mass Lyle Stafford by MaryAnn Stafford
Thursday, May 2 ST. ATHANASIUS - Acts 5:27-33; Ps 34:2, 9, 17-20; Jn 3:31-367:00 a.m. Mass Louis Nowak by Grace Nowak
Friday, May 3 STS. PHILIP & JAMES - 1 Cor 15:1-8; Ps 19:2-5; Jn 14:6-148:15 a.m. Mass Dorothea Madrenas by Susie Powers
Saturday, May 4 Acts 6:1-7; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19; Jn 6:16-218:00 a.m. Mass The Pawlowski & Guzik Families by Elzbieta Pawlowski4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Anne Louise Maestri by Becky Binz & Mary Ann Dyer
Sunday, May 5 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER - Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-13; Rev 5:11-14; Jn 21:1-19 [1-14]8:00 a.m. Mass Patricia Brown by Renee & Scott Rittelmeyer10:30 a.m. Mass Intentions of Parishioners5:30 p.m. Mass Elizabeth LeSeur by Elaine Gerard
Mass Intentions may be offered for the Repose of the Soul of a deceased loved one or for healing, a special occasion,or a special intention for yourself, a family member, or friend. Please contact Cindy in the Church Office for more information.
