Kelly Koepenick, Beth Kruger, Lynn Lenards, Michael Lighthart, Mark Mandell, Jodi Novak, Devenny Mazell, Audrey McCants, Frank McCudden, John McDermott, Marion McLellan, Marie McManus, Richard Meade, Samantha Merritt, Stephanie Miller , Jerry Mixson, Leon Moore, Carol Morris, Danny Newman, Sarah Nicksa, Anthony Notte, Jim O’Dare, Diane & Tom Oltorik, Jacquelyn Osbourne, Anne Owens, Christian Owens, Jasper Owens, Mike Paul, Ellen Paveldcik,i, Michael Poe, Ellen Pruitt, Gina Puckhaber, Bob Raih, Jon Richardson, Mark Riley, Peggy Robertson, Henry Roth, Peggy Sams, John Santos, Nancy Schaaf, Mary Ann Shinners, Karen Shivers, D. Simanaitis, George St. George, Nick Strable, Janet Swayne, Kay Tener, George Thompson, Shelby Todd, “Billy” Topping, Gerri Urbanic, Colleen Valdivia, Pauline Viette, Will White, McGregor White, William & Ann C. Williams, Gwen Wise, Mark Woodward, and all those in nursing homes.

Especially: Kayla Airaghi, Cindy Anderson, Diane Bax, William Bennett, Marie Daniels-Betts, Steven Black, Carol Blanchard, Gene Blanchard, Bob Brown, Jr, Lisa Cain, Janet Carlier, Kathy Chambers, Deborah Christensen, Bethanne Clark, Larry Connell, Bailey Cole & Chris Crowley, James Patrick Crowley, Norm Dandaran, Lynn Daniels, Barry Darwent, Joan Delaney, Carol DeLisio, Laura Delvac, Roland DeVita, Debra Thomas Donnelly, Jakob Duchesneau, Michael Duesterbeck, Mac Dunbar, Marianne Ezman,, Joyce Fernando, Mary Ferrara, Cambell Fretz, Fred Figge, Pauline Flanagan, David Fortiere, Eldon Freeman, Marie Furlano, Jane, Gina & Sara Galasso, Ashley Gamble, Susan Gilbert, Michele Greb, Ken Grismore, Michelle Gudelski, Patricia Hall, Retta Hawkins, Jayne Helm, Mary Hodgin,, Joe Houdek, Don Howie, Milean Humplik, Joan Ikemoto, Billie James, Jennifer Johnson, Thomas Kakassy, Gina Kimbrel, Doris King,

MARRIAGE We are unable to accommodate all of the requests for weddings at Stella Maris. To marry here, at least one party to the marriage should be an active parishioner, regularly attending Mass for one year before asking to schedule a wedding. As Catholics, we believe that God has a plan for marriage. Cohabitation before marriage is not part of God’s plan and decreases the chances of success in maintaining a permanent union. Cohabitating couples should separate and live apart before requesting the Sacrament of Matrimony. More information is available from the parish office regarding guidelines for weddings and parishioner status. Diocesan policy requires at least six months’ notice before setting a wedding date.

SACRAMENTAL POLICY In order to receive First Holy Communion or Confirmation, students in Grades 2 and 8 must attend TWO FULL YEARS of religious instructions if they are NOT in our Catholic School system. No more than THREE (3) classes can be missed during the year of sacramental preparation.

The facilities and services of Stella Maris Parish are available to its active members. This includes use of the Church for Baptisms, Weddings, and other sacramental events and includes parishioner status in our parochial schools. Active membership is determined by three things: being registered in the parish for a sufficient period of time, faithful attendance at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days, and the use of the envelope system in support of the parish. N.B. If you are attending Stella Maris but not receiving envelopes, then you are not registered. Please call the Parish Office for registration information.

20TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

August 19, 2018

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THE SICK IN OUR PARISH

If anyone wishes to receive Communion and is unable to come to Mass, call Jason Vaughan at 843-883-3044.

NURSERY

Nursery is in the parish hall, and is open on Saturdays 5:00 - 6:30pm, and on Sundays 7:30am - 12:30pm, and at 5:00pm for the 5:30pm Latin Mass.

REQUIESCANT IN PACE

In the charity of your prayers, please remember Mrs. Darlene Trucksis and Mr. Dave Clark. Both died suddenly and unexpectedly this past week, meaning we should especially pray for their loved ones who have not had time to prepare for their losses.

BAPTISM The next Baptism class is scheduled for Wednesday, August 22nd at 5:30pm for parents only in the parish hall library. Please call the office 843.883.3108 if you plan to attend.

FORMED WEBSITE – formed.org/registerAccess Code: R8ZH23

20TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME August 18th – August 25th

Sat., August 18th 5:30pm Mass lBill Dulll – 7th Anniv. Sun., August 19th 8:00am Mass Ints. Michael Molony 9:30am Mass (c) For the People 9:30am Mass (h) Ints. Geneva Gaeta 11:30am Mass lSouls in Purgatoryl 5:30pm Latin Mass lMary Mayol – 1st Anniv. Mon., August 20th 6:30pm Mass lDeacon Pez & Judy Pezanowskil 7:00pm Miraculous Medal Novena Tues., August 21st 8:00am Mass Ints. Bill Robinson Wed., August 22nd 8:00am Mass lBette Griffithl Thurs., August 23rd 6:30pm Mass lTheresa Harhenl Fri. August 24th 8:00am Mass lNorieen Moorerl Sat., August 25th 4:15 – 5:00pm - CONFESSIONS

TODAY’S SCHDULE

August 18th – 19th

EX. MIN. HOLY COMMUNION LECTORS HOST FAMILIES 5:30pm Joanne Gilmore & Christen Hall Gil & Nelson Little Christine Story 8:00am Sandra & Paul Varadi Ginny & Ginger Frederick Warren Tawes 9:30am (c) Nancy Wieman & Paul Heinauer Jerry & Cathy Spencer Mike O’Connell 9:30am (h) Betsy McMillan & Sarah Eyre Mike & Judy Lumpkin Michael Lumpkins 11:30am Sean & Eileen Kittrell Coleen Martin Roland & June Richard

SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK

August 25th – 26th

EX. MIN. HOLY COMMUNION LECTORS HOST FAMILIES

5:30pm Joanne Gilmore & Bill Shoemaker Teri & Jerry Colby Nelson Little 8:00am Cathy Burton & Tom O’Rourke Warren & Sandra Tawes Delores Schweitzer 9:30am (c) Pat Rodriguez& Louis Herns Nathan & Amy Hoyt Ann Thompson 9:30am (h) Anthony Stith & Charles Way, Jr. Charlie & Christine Hammock Cathy Spencer 11:30am Christine & Matt Story Melissa Darby Greg Hull & Rose Brenner

MONEY MATTERS

Last week’s Sunday collection amounted to $17,939.00

August 19, 2018

Stella Maris

Roman Catholic Church

We welcome all visitors who have come to worship God with us today. And we hope that your visit is safe and enjoyable.

1204 Middle Street, P.O. Box 280 Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina 29482

Rev. Msgr. Lawrence B. McInerny, J.C.L. Pastor Rev. Antony Gaspar, PhD Parochial Vicar Mr. Jason Vaughan, MA, MS Deacon, Pastoral Associate & D.R.E. Mr. John Byrnes School President Mrs. Susan Splendido School Principal Mrs. Ann Thompson, LMSW Registration, Counseling, & Activities Mrs. Elizabeth Bolchoz Sanford Youth Minister Mr. Huey Waldon Director of Liturgical Music Mr. Stephen M. Collins Associate Musician Mrs. Winnie Van Meir Secretary to the Pastor

Parish Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00-4:00; Friday, 9:00-Noon

Parish Office 843-883-3108 Fax 843-883-3160 Jason Vaughan 843-883-3044 Ann Thompson 843-607-0135

Diocesan Office of Child Protection Services 843-261-0430 Diocesan Victim Assistance Minister 843-856-0748

St. Vincent De Paul Society Help Line: 843-814-1229 Furniture Donation Pick-up: 843-416-7126

Parish Website: stellamarischurch.org

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK My dear people, Please join me in welcoming Father Antony back to Stella Maris. He has been enjoying a well-deserved vacation back in India. By nature, he is hard-working anyway and I kept him busy earlier during my own vacation. Father Antony has a strong connection with our people and I know you are all pleased to have him back. This coming week our liturgical schedule will not change but both Father Antony and I will spend much of the week in mandated attendance at the assembly of priests for the Atlanta Archdiocese, meeting in Charleston this year. Many people have thanked me for the letter to the Americans in the College of Cardinals regarding the scandal of the former Cardinal, Theodore McCarrick. While I appreciate the affirmation, I am saddened that such a letter should ever have to be written. For those unfamiliar with the letter, it is my own, limited attempt to “do something” about the scandal occasioned not simply by McCarrick’s moral failures but by his continued rise in the Church’s hierarchy, even as these scandals were reported. You can get more information at StellaMarisParish.org Sad to say, my own fallible opinion is that is comes down to the root of all evil: the love of money. For further insight, just google “McCarrick & the Papal Foundation”. This week, as I read accounts of abuse of seminary students, I can only be more thankful that I attended Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, MD, known at the time for its strong spiritual life. While no form of abuse should ever be minimized, it is somewhat encouraging to note that most of what we are reading about is in the past. As several of you have pointed out, I have yet to mention the old Charlestonians’ chant and hope for “a cool week in August.” Especially before air conditioning became ubiquitous, we would hope for that wonderful phenomenon when the jet stream dipped south and allowed arctic air all the way to our coast. Fondly, I can remember an August morning when we were scrambling to find our winter sweaters as the temperatures dipped into the 60’s. With air conditioning, it does not seem so important, but how fondly Charlestonians think about “a cool week in August.” Whatever the temperatures, may your week be good. Please pray that we be spared the storms of the season, especially the dreaded “September Storms,” i.e. hurricanes. Father McInerny

PARISH NEWS AND ACTIVITIES

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Religious Education classes will resume on Sunday, September 9th. If you did not receive registration information via email, registration forms are available in the parish center or on the parish website: stellamarischurch.org. Please be aware that two years of formation are required for both First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Thus, 1st, 2nd, 7th and 8th grades are considered to be required years. The registration deadline is Sunday August 26. Please contact Jason Vaughan at 843-883-3044 if you have any questions.

ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING YOU’VE EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is the means of inquiry into the beliefs and practices of the Catholic Church. If you are considering becoming a Catholic, or just interested in learning more about the Church in a friendly, informal environment, plan to attend RCIA Inquiry Classes. We will begin on Tuesday, September 11th, at 6:30 p.m. in the small cottage across the street from the front of the Church. There is no obligation, only an opportunity to learn. If interested, please call Jason Vaughan at 843-883-3044.

STELLA MARIS WOMEN’S CLUB NEWS

The first meeting of the SMWC will be held on Tuesday, September 18th , 6:30 P.M., at the home of Sharon Kennelly, 1420 Thompson Avenue, Sullivan’s Island. Please join us for conversation and refreshments. Discover how your talents can benefit Stella Maris and our community while building friendships with other women of our parish. If possible, bring a gently used or new purse to this meeting for a special project to help women. If you would like, put a prayer or some inspirational note inside the purse. Let us know if you are coming by responding to stellamariswomen@yahoo.com or rosaleavsd@aol.com.

HOMESCHOOL CO-OP OPENINGS

Are you interested in a Catholic homeschool co-op? Our Lady Star of the Sea homeschool co-op will meet every Thursday on Sullivan's Island. For the 2018/19 academic year, there are available spaces in 3rd-4th grades. Please call Audrey Vaughan at (843) 327-7304 or Jill DeFord at (404) 343-8700 for further information.

STELLA MARIS MEN’S CLUB NEWS

The Stella Maris Men’s Club seeks to provide opportunities for fellowship for the men of the Parish through Spiritual, Service, and Social activities and to provide support and assistance to the parish as a whole. We will have our meetings on the second Tuesday of each month from September to May. Please consider attending our first meeting of the year on September 11th, at 6:30pm in the parish hall. Dues are $3 per year. Dinner costs $7 including a beverage.

THIRD ANNUAL UNIFORM DRIVE

3rd Annual Uniform Drive during the month of August! Please consider helping some public school students start off the year in a new uniform. We will be collecting uniforms during the month of August. Please drop off your donation in the parish hall. We are looking for khaki, navy and black bottoms and blue, yellow and white tops. Girls and boys uniforms in all sizes needed as well as socks and underwear. Donations will be given to school nurses to distribute to students. Questions? Call Ann at 843-883-3108. THANK YOU!!!

NEWS FROM OTHER SOURCES

STELLA MARIS FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL

We hope to see you all at the Stella Maris Family Fall Festival on Friday September 28 from 5-8pm! Join us for food, live music, bouncy castle, bingo, a pitching machine with radar gun, slime-making, corn hole, bocce ball, beer & wine and much, much more. Only $10 per family! Get your tickets in advance in the church hall or visit stellamarischurch.org. Please help us make the event a success and visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e4ca9af22a02-stella to donate and/or volunteer.

MENS CLOTHING NEEDED

St. Vincent de Paul Society members will be outside the church and hall at all Masses August 18 and 19 to accept donations of new or "gently used" CLEAN mens' clothing (all sizes) for clients of the Neighborhood House downtown (Sisters of Charity). This is a one-weekend only drive for summer and transitional items including shorts, jeans, khakis, workman-type pants (dickies), t-shirts, "polo" shirts, short-sleeved shirts, belts, “new or laundered” hats, NEW socks/underwear, and, new or used SHOES/SNEAKERS. Also, needed are toiletries (including hotel size) and lightweight raingear. PLEASE, NO SPORTS COATS, TIES, DRESS TROUSERS, OR SWEATERS. It would be helpful if pants and polo or collared shirts were already on hangers, but it's not necessary. T-shirts and shorts can be folded. Cloth grocery bags (new or used) are also needed. Please call Joe Hann on (443) 896-8899 or Joanne Winchester on (843) 883-0205 for more information. As always, thank you for your loving and generous support of those less fortunate.

FAMILY LIFE

We will have a Memorial Service for all Child loss, including Miscarriage, Congenital Disorders, Sickness, Cancer, Trauma, Divorce, Suicide or abortion on Saturday, September 8 at 8:00 a.m. Coinciding with the sixth annual National Day of Remembrance where Americans lives to legal abortion throughout the country will gather at memorial sites dedicated in the honor of the loss of Children to abortion. Solemn vigils will be held at these sites to commemorate the more than 59 million children who have lost their since 1973, and to remind our society of the humanity of the unborn child. Please join us for the first service in our community to recognize that the loss of all children needs to be recognized, starting at Conception. St. Michael Catholic Church, 542 Cypress Avenue, Murrells Inlet, S.C. More Info: Call Barbara Umpleby at 609-422-6855 hannahumpleby@yahoo.com or 843-651-3737 ask for Virginia

2018 WOMEN’S EMMAUS RETREAT REGISTRATION ANNOUNCEMENT

Do you sense a call to deepen your relationship with Christ? If so, please prayerfully consider the Women’s Emmaus Retreat, September 28th, 29th and 30th at Camp Saint Christopher on Seabrook Island. The $150 registration includes cabin bunk lodging and meals. Registration begins after all Masses on September 8th/9th. Space is limited and first registrants will be first accepted. Women must be at least 21 years old to attend. Valid registration includes both the completed form and the payment. For additional information, please contact Lisa Cottingham 843-819-8668 or Sue Gonzales 843-697-0165.