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Saint Lawrence Catholic Church
319 Grayson Highway Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Phone: (770) 963-8992 Fax: (770) 963-1710
www.saintlaw.org
FATHER JOHN T. HOWREN
PASTOR
FATHER REY PINEDA
PAROCHIAL VICAR
Parish Center
770-963-8992
Dcn. Terry Millinger | Facilities Mgr.
Rev. Mr. Bob Riddett | Deacon
Sr. Louise Sommer, CSJ | Outreach
Alma Martínez | Parish Secretary
Janet Volion | Bookkeeper & HR Mgr.
Richard Clawson | Liturgy &
Music Director
Kathi McKenna | Liturgy &
Music Associate
Gloria Kennerty | Safe Environment
Amy Titshaw | Custodian
Barbara Baez | Nursery
Faith Formation
770-962-2765
Diane Maguire | Director
Rita Schieber | Initiation Coordinator
Beth Hodgson | PSR Coordinator
Vickie LaClair | Secretary
Communications/
Youth Ministry
770-963-1251
Kelly Schreckenberger |
Director
Preschool
770-962-1676
Wendy Guillory | Director
Ministerio Hispano
678-240-3066
Cristina Corbin | Coordinadora
Sr. Jose Ortiz | Diácono
Counseling Services
Sylvia Elaine Smith, MS, LPC, NCC
404-444-8956
En español:
Dunia Lobo, MA, LPC
678-787-9543
And then they will see 'the Son of Man coming in the clouds'
with great power and glory,
and then he will send out the angels and gather his elect
from the four winds, from the end of the earth to the end of the sky.
-Mark 13:26-27
ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH
THIRTY-THIRD Sunday in ordinary time
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SACRAMENTS
SATURDAY VIGIL EUCHARIST
5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Spanish).
SUNDAY EUCHARIST
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 3:00 p.m. (Spanish),
and 5:00 p.m. (Teens).
A nursery is available during all Masses.
WEEKDAY EUCHARIST
Monday-Saturday at 9:00 a.m. and
Friday at 7:00 p.m. (Spanish; September-May)
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Every Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
CONFESSIONS
Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.
SACRAMENTS OF INITIATION
CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS follows the
restored rites of the ancient Catechumenate.
THE CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF CHILDREN
Age seven and older takes place in a community of
young inquirers who prepare for Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist during the Octave of Easter.
THE BAPTISM OF INFANTS
Is celebrated on the first Sunday of the month (English)
and last Sunday of the month (Spanish),
except during Lent.
FROM THE PASTOR’S HAND
One advantage of assisting with the editing and proofreading of
the weekly bulletin is that with Fr. John away this week, it was left
up to me to figure out how to fill this space.
Next Sunday, November 22nd, the Church universal celebrates the
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
(commonly known as Christ the King.) It is also the feast day of
St. Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians.
With this in mind, I would ask you to
offer prayers for the many volunteer musicians in the parish. Cantors, choristers
(young and old) instrumentalists and
their directors are heading into a particularly busy time of year when, in addition
to all the normal demands of life, their
already considerable sacrifice of time and
talent is intensified in preparation of the
new liturgical year and the upcoming
holidays.
SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING
Saturdays during 9:00 a.m. Mass and upon request.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Couples contemplating marriage should contact a
deacon or priest at least six months before their
desired wedding date.
SACRAMENT OF HOLY ORDERS
Those interested in ministry as a priest, deacon, sister
or brother should contact a parish priest.
NEW CONFESSION SCHEDULE
Dear Saint Cecilia,
Inspire musicians to gladden the hearts of people
by filling the air with God's gift of music
and reminding them of the divine
Musician who created all beauty.
Amen.
Richard Clawson
Director of Liturgy and Music
OUR ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE is Monday, November 30, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Father
John and Father Rey will have the assistance
of many neighboring priests. Plan now to
make this night an important part of your
preparation for Christmas.
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Beginning Saturday, December 5
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be celebrated
Every Saturday at 3:30 p.m.
POPE FRANCIS’ NOVEMBER PRAYER INTENTIONS
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Hence Confessions will no longer be at 11:00 a.m.
This change facilitates needed time for
Weddings, Baptisms, and Funerals on Saturdays.
Dialogue: That we may be open to personal encounter and
dialogue with all, even those whose convictions differ from
our own. Pastors: That pastors of the Church, with profound love for their flocks, may accompany them and enliven their hope.
ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH
NOV 15, 2015
We know we must give an account of our stewardship of God’s
blessings to us. For those who have embraced Christian stewardship as a way of life and a witness of their discipleship in Christ to
build God’s kingdom on earth, it will be a time of great joy and
celebration of life eternal with God. If the end occurred today,
would our stewardship allow us to be counted among God’s elect?
PAST WEEK’S COLLECTIONS
In-Pew Offertory Nov 8 .......................... $28,251.81
Electronic Giving Nov 8 ......................... $13,740.00
Total Offertory Nov 8 ............................. $41,991.81
Archdiocesan Seminarians Nov 8 ........... $6,574.66
THE SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEK is for the
Catholic Campaign for Human Development. For over
46.5 million Americans, there is a thin line between eviction and home, between hunger and health, between
unemployment and work, between anxiety and stability.
This line is known as the Poverty Line—for a family of
four, that’s an income of just $23,283 a year. The Campaign for Human Development is dedicated to breaking
the cycle of poverty by funding community programs that
encourage independence. Please donate prayerfully and
generously. Thank you.
WITH THE YEAR’S END APPROACHING, there are
opportunities for you to be tax-wise in your charitable
giving. A cash gift to St. Lawrence of any amount will
provide an income tax deduction for this year. A gift of
stock or real estate avoids capital gains tax on the sale
of appreciated assets and provides a charitable deduction. For information about giving strategies that can provide additional tax savings and cash flow, contact Diane
Duquette, Director of Gift Planning, The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia, [email protected] or 404497-9440.
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK: Robert Barnard, Marcia
Bassett, Betty Fitzpatrick, Lilly Gibbs, Billy Gibbs, Tom Gillis,
Christy Jewell, Barbara Levinsky, Tim McNamara, Dale Mesick, Al Montella, John Plasman, Steven Robinson, Leonard
Sabbat, Caroline Wright along with their families and caregivers.To add or remove names, contact Alma Martínez parish
secretary, at 770-963-8992 x300 or amartinez@saintlaw.
amartinez saintl
Names remain for 1 month unless we are old o herw se.
GREAT EXPECTATIONS! Expectant mothers, enroll for
prayer support during your pregnancy! Your name will be
listed here as a way of thanking God for the gift of your
child and supporting you in this special vocation. Enrollment forms are available in the literature rack or contact
Vickie LaClair at [email protected] .
PLEASE PRAY FOR Jennifer Beal, Bethany Burgoon
Loria Rico, Jessica Lemieux and Merline Simon.
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NOV 15 SUN: THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
8:00 a.m. Mass: Edgardo Conol
10:00 a.m. Mass: All People of the Parish
12:00 p.m. Mass: Tom Moran 
3:00 p.m. Mass (Spanish): Artemio Hernandez 
5:00 p.m. Mass: Francis Talbo
NOV 16 MON: ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND;
ST. GERTRUDE, VIRGIN
9:00 a.m. Mass: Silvena Etienne 
NOV 17 TUE: ST. ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY, RELIGIOUS
9:00 a.m. Mass: Rick Renner 
NOV 18 WED: THE DEDICATION OF THE BASILICAS OF
ST. PETER AND PAUL, APOSTLES,
ST. ROSE PHILLIPPINE DUCHESNE, VIRGIN
9:00 a.m. Mass: The Guzman Family
NOV 19 THU: WEEKDAY
9:00 a.m. Mass: Asuncion Lyda
NOV 20 FRI: WEEKDAY
9:00 a.m. Mass: Karl “Rick” Renner 
7:00 p.m. Mass (Spanish): Mariela Salgado Valencia 
NOV 21 SAT: THE PRESENTATION OF
THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
9:00 a.m. Mass: Joan Patterson 
11:00 a.m. Confessions
5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass: Buena Shannell Jackson
7:00 p.m. Vigil Mass (Spanish): Elvia Vasquez Barbosa 
NOV 22 SUN: OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST,
KING OF THE UNIVERSE
8:00 a.m. Mass: Ebenezer O. Koranteng 
10:00 a.m. Mass: All People of the Parish
12:00 p.m. Mass: Robert Cerasi 
3:00 p.m. Mass (Spanish): Thelma Betanzos
5:00 p.m. Mass: Paul & Eiben Malhan
Sun, Nov 15
Mon, Nov 16
Tue, Nov 17
Wed, Nov 18
Th, Nov 19
Fri, Nov 20
Sat, Nov 21
8:00 am Donuts
8:00 am Food Drive
11:00 am Alpha & Omega
10:00 am Quick Journey Adult Study
700 pm SVDP Meeting
7:00 pm Welcoming Committee Meeting
7:00 am Adult Formation
5:30 pm Children’s Choir
6:15 pm Life Teen Gospel Study
7:00 pm SCC
7:00 pm Altar Server Training Meeting
10:00 am Quilts of Valor
10:00 am Adult Formation
5:00 pm Venture Crew Meeting
7:00 pm Adoration (sp)
7:00 pm Pre-School Thankful Together
7:00 pm YAM
6:00 pm Ladies of St. Lawrence
7:00 pm Haitian Meeting
7:00 pm Baptism Class (sp)
7:00 pm Mass (sp)
8:00 am Haitian Meeting
10:00 am Shawl Ministry
12:00 pm Community Wedding (sp)
ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
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Adult Faith Formation
Youth Ministry
PARISH LIBRARY will re-open on Sunday, November
22. Our collection, located upstairs in room 209, has
been computerized and you will now need a library card
to check out materials. Email [email protected] to
sign up for a card. We also have a children’s collection
across the hall.
PARISH FOOD DRIVE, sponsored by the Youth Ministry
department, is this weekend! Thank you to all who have
donated! Both our high school and middle school youth
programs will gather in the gym tonight and together we
will sort, count, box, and load the donations that will be
given to the Lawrenceville Co-Op to help our local neighbors in need.
ST. PETER: THREE STAGES OF THE SPIRITUAL
LIFE (DVD) Dr. Pitre explains about the three traditional
stages: the Purgative way, the Illuminative way and the
Unitive way through a study of the life of St. Peter. Join
Ron Gilbert in the Divine Mercy Room today (Sunday),
November 15 from 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
“UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF THE BIBLE” The
DVD program “A Quick Journey through the Bible” has
been updated and renamed. It can now be studied online
as well as in the classroom. If you can’t join us on Monday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Divine Mercy
Room you can still participate by going online and registering at evangelization.com (enter our zip code, 30046,
to find the study). [email protected] for questions.
A CHRISTMAS CONVERSION Charles Dickens's classic "A Christmas Carol" has enchanted readers for nearly
two hundred years. Learn how the story of Ebenezer
Scrooge can be read as one of conversion, comparing
that short story with the conversion stories of Sts. Augustine and Ignatius of Loyola, as well as that of Thomas
Merton. Furthermore we will discuss how conversion applies to our own lives. Join us on Tuesday, November 17
at 7 p.m. in the Divine Mercy Room. Contact Caroline
Black at [email protected] for more information.
THE UPS AND DOWNS OF PARENTING Teri Patterson, mother and child educator, is continuing a five week
session on various issues that parents encounter raising
children. What is age appropriate discipline? Can you be
both authoritative and caring? What are some loving rituals that will promote positive parenting? Find the joy in
the vocation of parenting by attending this Wednesday,
November 18 from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. in the Divine Mercy
Room. Child care is available.
MEN’S QUEST addresses the issues men face in living
out their Catholic beliefs in today’s world. Join them this
Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Divine
Mercy Room. Contact Mike at [email protected]
or 404-242-5985 for more information.
BREAD FOR THE JOURNEY this group will read and
reflect on the writings of Henri Nouwen in the Divine Mercy Room this Thursday, November 19, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
CATHOLIC HEART WORK CAMP: Hard
to believe, but summer will be here soon!
What are you going to do to make your
summer break matter? Youth currently in
grades 8-12 are invited to join us on our
annual mission trip with CHWC in Knoxville, TN, June 5-10, 2016. Registrations
are being accepted now and space is limited. For more
information or to register go to: www.saintlawyouth.org/
chwc
THANKSGIVING BREAK: Life Teen and the Edge will
be off the next two Sundays: November 22 and November 29. Sunday programs will resume on December 6.
Gospel study will not meet Wednesday, November 25.
WWW.SAINTLAWYOUTH.ORG: Find everything you
need to know with regarding Life Teen, Edge, CHWC,
and Confirmation on the youth ministry website (youth in
grades 6-12).
Christian Initiation
RITE OF ACCEPTANCE AND WELCOME will be celebrated on November 22 at the 10:00 a.m. Mass in English and at 3:00 p.m. in Spanish. After a period of inquiry
this fall, adults and children will declare their intention to
be baptized into the Catholic faith. We, the church, accept them as persons who intend to become its members. We also welcome those candidates who are already baptized and are preparing for reception into the
full communion of the Catholic Church. Please keep
them in your prayers during the months ahead.
Young Adult Ministry
YOUNG ADULTS IN OUR AREA will resume watching
and discussing the DVD “Thomas Aquinas in Today’s
World” on Thursday November 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the
Divine Mercy room. Contact Kate McClellan at 770-7141778 or [email protected] for more information.
ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH
NOV 15, 2015
Around the Parish
ADVENT WREATHS, the Welcoming Committee will be
selling Advent wreaths with candles this weekend, November 14 and 15 after all Masses, until supply last. The
cost is $15.00, boxes of 4 candles will also be sold for
$5.00.
RESPECT LIFE A portable crib has been set up in the
hallway for baby item donations, monetary donations are
also accepted. Donated items will go to the Pregnancy
Resource Center of Gwinnett for families in need. Donation envelopes can be found in the literature rack.
RELIGIOUS GOODS SALE A variety of religious items
will be on sale after all Sunday morning Masses in Cogswell Hall TODAY (Sunday), November 15. Please come
by to browse the assortment of rosaries, crucifixes, statues, and books. Religious items make wonderful Christmas gifts! All proceeds will benefit St. Lawrence. Only
cash and checks will be accepted.
ST. LAWRENCE DINNER CLUB It’s fall and time for
the next rotation of the St. Lawrence Dinner Club! We
invite everyone—singles, couples, and newcomers—to
join us for fellowship and great food. The deadline to
sign up is this Monday, November 16. Kick-Off Cocktail
Party will be Saturday, November 21, 6:15-7:45 p.m. in
Cogswell Hall. For more information, or to sign up, email
Paula and Beatty McCaleb at [email protected]
or 770-614-3537.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY VOLUNTEERS will
meet this Monday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Divine Mercy Room. SVDP needs more caseworkers. If
you believe the Lord may be calling you to this corporal
work of mercy, please join us to learn more about becoming a SVDP volunteer.
THE WELCOMING COMMITTEE will meet this Monday,
November 16, at 7:00 p.m. in Johnson Hall. Anyone interested in joining in our work of hospitality is invited. For
more information call Bradley Power at 770-871-9230.
ALTAR SERVER training will take place Wednesday,
November 18, at 7:00 p.m. Boys and girls who have
made their First Communion and are in the 4th grade or
higher may participate. This ministry is one of the most
helpful services that young people can perform in the
parish. Altar servers assist the priests and deacons at
the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, as well as provide an example to the parish community on how to participate in
the liturgy. If you are interested in having your child become an altar server, please contact Kathy Donnelly at
[email protected] to reserve your spot and receive
your information packet prior to training.
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SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY will meet for lunch on
Wednesday, November 18 at 12:00 p.m. at Garden Plaza. Call Sister Louise for reservations at 770-963-8992
X 303.
THE LADIES OF ST. LAWRENCE will be selling their
delicious Jar Mixes and Party Dip Mixes after all masses
next weekend, November 21 and 22. All items are
$5.00. Find us in the hallway just beyond the Narthex.
These make great holiday gifts!
THE HAITIAN CHARISMATIC COMMUNITY OF ST
LAWRENCE would like to invite you on a spiritual retreat
in preparation of Advent. Reverend Father Jerome
McArthur will be our speaker for the retreat on Friday
November 20 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. and Saturday November 21 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. here at St Lawrence.
Please contact Elizabeth Clairvil at 678-849 5875 or
Jocelyne Labossiere at 404-376-0622, for more information. All are welcome.
Around the Archdiocese
ST. JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL CATHOLIC
SCHOOL (grades K-8) will be holding an Open House
on today (Sunday), November 15, from 3:00-5:00
p.m. 801 Tom Smith Road, Lilburn. Principal’s talk at
3:15 p.m.
GUIDED BY FAITH; WALK WITH ME An evangelization revival celebrating Black Catholic History Month featuring Fr. Maurice J. Nutt, C.Ss.R., D.Min. begins today
(Sunday), November 15, at 10:00 a.m. with Holy Mass
and concludes on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m.
All revival events will take place at St. Paul of the Cross
Catholic Church, 551 Harwell Road, Atlanta.
FORTUNATE AND FAITHFUL FAMILIES will hold their
yearly retreat for Catholic parents and families with
LGBT members on Sunday, November 22, 2015 from
12:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the Atlanta Archdiocesan Chancery,
2401
Lake
Park
Dr.
SE,
Smyrna.
Echoing Pope Francis’ theme, “Love Is Our Mission,” the
retreat day will include 1:00 p.m. Mass celebrated by
Archbishop Gregory, parent speakers, small group dialogue, a deacon panel and shared dinner. The focus will
be upon loving and accepting our LGBT children,
strengthening families in faith, and encouraging welcoming environments within our Catholic churches
churches.
For information and registration, go to ffatl.org (or call
770-924-3920 if you have no computer access). The
suggested donation for the retreat and dinner is $20 per
person.
ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH
THIRTY-THIRD Sunday in ordinarty time
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Familias Afortunadas y fieles realizarán su retiro anual
para los padres católicos y familias con miembros de la
comunidad homosexual, lesbiana, bisexual y transgénero (LGBT). El Domingo, 22 de Noviembre del 2015 de la
12:30 p.m –7:00 p.m en la Cancillería de Arquidiócesis
de Atlanta, 2401 Lake Park Dr. SE, Smyrna.
Esto busca hacer eco en el tema del Papa Francisco, "
El Amor es nuestra misión," el día de retiro incluirá una
misa inicial a la 1:00 p.m. Que será celebrada por el Arzobispo Wilton Gregory, también incluirá a padres de
familia que darán testimonio, además de diálogo en grupos pequeños, un panel de un diácono y cena compartida.
Este retiro tendrá un enfoque una vez más hacia el
amor y la aceptación de nuestros niños LGBT, enfatizando el fortaleciendo de las familias en la fe y fomentando ambientes acogedores en nuestras iglesias católicas.
Para más información e inscripciones, visite ffatl.or
llame al 770-924-3920 si no tiene acceso a una computadora).
La donación sugerida para el retiro y la cena es de $20
por persona. La inscripción finaliza el Lunes 16 de Noviembre.
ORACION DEL PAPA FRANCISCO
Por el diálogo: Para que nos abramos al encuentro personal y al diálogo con todos, incluso con quienes
piensan distinto a nosotros. Por los pastores de la Iglesia: Para que los pastores de la Iglesia, con profundo
amor por su rebaño, acompañen su camino y animen su
esperanza.
NUESTRO SERVICIO DE PENITENCIA
es el lunes, 30 de Noviembre de 6:008:00 p.m. Padre John y Padre Rey
tendrán la asistencia de muchos sacerdotes vecinos. Planee ahora para hacer
esta noche una parte importante de su
preparación para la Navidad.
FELICITACIONES a los recien casados,
Timothy Wilson y Liliana Ortiz! Que el
amor por Dios y cada uno de ustedes se
fortalezca día a día.!!
HORA DE ADORACION: El próximo Jueves 19 de Noviembre de 7:00 a 8:00 p.m. Tendremos la exposición y
Adoración. Esta es una oportunidad para crecimiento
espiritual. Todos están invitados. Los esperamos!!
NUEVO HORARIO DE CONFESIONES: A partir del
Sábado 5 de Diciembre, las confesiones serán a las
3:30 p.m. Ya no serán a las 11:00 a.m. Por favor tengan
presente esta fecha para su próxima confesión.
BAUTIZOS: Los bautizos para el próximo año comenzando en el mes de Enero cambiaran de fecha, ahora
los bautizos serán los Sábados a las 12:00 del mediodía. Las clases para papás y padrinos serán el segundo
Martes de cada mes a las 6:30 p.m. para mayores informes comunicarse con la Oficina del Ministerio Hispano.
QUINCEAÑERAS: A partir del próximo año los requisitos para Quinceañeras cambiaran. De esta forma se
abre la oportunidad para misas individúales para Quinceañeras. Debe haber una preparación previa y esta se
dividirá en 3 formaciones al año en los meses de Febrero, Junio, Septiembre, así las niñas que deseen celebrar su misa escogerán una de estas fechas para hacer
su formación. Las familias deben ser miembros de la
parroquia, y la niña que desea celebrar debe tener los
sacramentos en orden o estar en el programa de catequesis de Jóvenes. Mayores informes en la oficina del
Ministerio Hispano.
BIENESTAR DE LA MUJER: Este es un grupo dirigido
a las mujeres que necesitan y sientan que pueden mejorar su salud integral, el estrés, autoestima, ansiedad y
depresión entre otros. Este será dirigido por la Consejera Profesional Dunia Lobo, tiene un cupo limitado, con
una duración de 8 sesiones de 90 minutos, Los días
viernes a las 10:30 am, a partir del 15 de Enero del
2016. Tiene un costo de $120.00. Las mujeres interesadas deben ser mayores de 18 años. Y pueden comunicarse al 678-787-9543. Es importante que separe su
espacio desde ahora.
CELEBRACION EN HONOR A NUESTRA SEÑORA
DE GUADALUPE!!! Ya se acerca la fecha para esta
gran celebración y al mismo tiempo su planeación, y
todos ustedes hacen parte de ello. Durante todo el mes
de Noviembre estaremos vendiendo los tiquetes para la
Kermes Guadalupana de este año. El horario para esta
celebración se estará disponible en el mes de Diciembre.
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