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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST
1201 Alma Dr., Plano, TX 75075 (Parish) 1105 West 15th St., Plano TX 75075 (Office)
Church: 972-423-5600
Fax: 972-423-5024
stmarkplano.org
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9AM-4PM; Friday 9AM-12PM
CLERGY
Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor • Fr. Jack Hopka, Parochial Vicar • Fr. Henry Erazo, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Shawn French • Deacon Ed Putonti • Deacon Federico Marquez • Deacon Dominic T. Hoang
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: 972-423-5600
PARISH MANAGER: Melissa Humason • PASTOR’S ASSISTANT/OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold • SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Linda Sartor
ASSISTANT TO PAROCHIAL VICAR: Veronica Fonseca • CONTRIBUTIONS & REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard
ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR: Stan Reuber • COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST: Adriana Brady • FACILITIES: Joe Walter
YOUTH MINISTRY: 972-578-9583
DIRECTOR: Linda Watts
HS & YOUNG ADULT COORDINATOR: Matthew Cantrell
MIDDLE SCHOOL COORDINATOR: Mario Beltran
SPECIAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR: Megan McQuaid
ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY COUNSELING SERVICES: 972-424-5794
ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: 972-578-0610
PRESCHOOL
PRINCIPAL: Patricia Opon
COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes 972-423-7926
CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Marcela Solis
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosie Hernández
ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan
FUNERAL MINISTRY &
PRE-PLANNING 972-424-5794
Rosie Hernández
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
GRUPOS PARROQUIALES
FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715
DIRECTOR RCIA, ADULT & ELEMENTARY FAITH
FORMATION: Debbie Betz
RICA & AFF (Spanish) Coordinator:
Ruth Sanchez (Bilingual)
FF COORDINATOR: Peggy Theis
FF Ministry Assistant: Sandra Lopez
CHOIRS & MUSIC: 972-423-6041
Coordinator: Kenton Kravig
ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington
CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS
ORGANIZACIONES CATÓLICAS
Adult Community: Candy Butcher 972-578-9293
Altar Servers: Kathi & Parker Thompson 972-965-0563
Christ Renews His Parish: 972-424-5794
Communion to Home Bound: Parish Office 972-423-5600
Communion Ministers: Mary Jane Heiting 972-664-0188
Compassionate Ministry: 972-424-5794
ENDOW: Family & Adult Ministry 972-424-5794
Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Keenan 972-596-8550
Fuente de Vida: Pedro García 214-536-4039
Liturgy Coordinator: Marilou Hernandez 972-985-0732
Lectors: Jack Carlisle 972-549-0740
Habitat for Humanity: Frank J. McElligott 972-867-8516
Military Support Group: Andy & Ellen Ray 972-345-4336
Mom’s Group: Kristin Hyman 314-601-2934
Mujer a Mujer: Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538
Nursery Coordinator: Erin Minor 469-585-6215
Pastoral Council: Julius Chambers 972-881-7015
Pro-Life: JoAnn Murray 972-442-1127
Provida Ministry: Silvia Caballero 972-916-8345
Renovación Carismática Católica: Evelyn Colón 214-636-0282
Rosario Biblico: Olivia Rojas 972-985-0051
Rosario Tradicional: Pilar de la Torre 214-745-9831
Rosary Group: Lore Profaizer 972-424-7326
Rosary Makers: Margaret Woollett 214-808-8277
Ushers: Sandy Ptacek 972-424-6507
We Care Ministry: Martha Bernatis 214-914-4670
Women of St. Mark: Linda Sartor 972-965-2159
American Heritage Girls: Elizabeth Muzyka 469-855-2001
Boy Scouts: Joe Schichl 469-463-7959
Catholic Daughters: Diane Filibeck 214-801-8329
Cenacle: Josephine 972-867-2192, Marguerite 972-424-9779
Cenáculo de Divina Misericordia: Juanita Palma 214-676-4740
Columbian Squires: 214-693-1457
Cub Scouts: John Petroff 469-408-0895
Cursillos: Edel Yolaina Escobar 214-284-0767
Encuentro Matrimonial: Juan and Sandra Salazar 469-386-2434
Families of Nazareth: Miles & Claudine Humphries 972-423-8834
Knights of Columbus #6065: 469-450-6651
Ladies Auxiliary: Mary Ann Schumacher-972-727-3923
Schoenstatt Mother’s Group Rosary: Jo Ann Scamardo 817-368-6024
Marriage Encounter: Ed & Ann Cabrera 972-977-5884, 972-571-8930
Movimiento Familiar Cristiano: Araceli & Raul Ramirez 972-662-7708
Homeschooling: Janet Moos 972-213-6437
St. Mark Home & School Assn: Ashley Ternan 214-502-1217
St. Mark School Advisory Council: Gilberto Aguilar
St. Vincent De Paul: 972-423-1877
Talleres de Oración y Vida: Lupita Bautista 469-831-3700
That Man is You: Bryan Quarles 972-359-0185
BULLETIN DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM
(11 DAYS BEFORE PUBLICATION)
PLEASE SUBMIT ENTRIES TO [email protected]
SACRAMENT INFORMATION / CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS SACRAMENTOS
BAPTISM: English classes are held the 1st Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 12:30 PM. Call the Family & Adult Ministry Office for registration
form. CLASSES MAY BE TAKEN BEFORE THE BABY IS BORN. Baptisms are held the 2nd and 4th Saturday at 3:45 in English.
RECONCILATION: Wednesdays: 6:30-8PM; & Fridays: 4:30-5:15 PM Saturdays: 3:30-5PM, also by appointment.
MARRIAGE: Contact the Family & Adult Ministry Office at least 6 months prior to the wedding date.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 8AM Mass or call the parish office and request a priest.
VOCATIONS & CONSECRATED LIFE: Call Fr. Edwin Leonard (214-379-2860)
BAUTISMO: Para niños menores de 7 años las pláticas pre-bautismales son el 3er sábado de cada mes. Es requisito inscribirse en la oficina del
Ministerio de Familias y Adultos. Los bautizos son el 2º y 4º sábado del mes. Para niños de 7 años o mayores llame a la oficina de Formación de Fe.
CONFESIONES: Viernes a las 4:30-5:15PM y sábados: 3:30-5PM.
MATRIMONIO: Favor de llamar a la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos para hacer una cita. Se requieren 6 meses de anticipación.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: 1° y 3er sábado del mes en la Misa de las 8AM en Ingles, último miércoles del mes en la misa de las 7:30PM en
español o llame a la oficina. ORDENES SAGRADAS y LA VIDA CONSAGRADA: Llame al P. Edwin Leonard (214-379-2860)
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PLEASE NOTE
The parish office will be closed on
Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.
MASS INTENTIONS &
DAILY BIBLE READINGS
Saturday - Sábado (9/5)
Sunday - Domingo (9/6)
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Is 35:4-7a
Ps 146
Jas 2:1-5
Mk 7:31-37
8:00 AM  Porfirio Dy
5:30 PM  Agnes Briggs
7:00 PM
Adrian Gonzalez
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
4:30 PM
6:00 PM
STEWARDSHIP
Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
The good steward must not show favoritism. The rich may have
many material gifts to share, but St. James reminds us in the
second reading that God has chosen the world’s poor to be rich
in faith and inheritors of God’s kingdom.
Kim Do
 Anna Ngoc Phan
People of St. Mark
 Refugio Morales
Mercedes Padilla
Jesύs R. Camposeco
 Florence Trenkle
 Dominic Lai
Monday - Lunes (9/7)
Col 1:24—2:3; Ps 62; Lk 6:6-11
6:30 AM  Angelo Rossato
8:30 AM  Dominic Lai
Tuesday - Martes (9/8)
The Nativity of the Blessed
Virgin Mary
Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30; Ps 13;
Mt 1:1-16;
6:30 AM  Dominic Lai
8:30 AM  Julie Berard
Wednesday - Miércoles (9/9)
Saint Peter Claver, Priest
Col 3:1-11; Ps 145; Lk 6:20-26
6:30 AM  Dominic Lai
8:30 AM  Joseph Nguyen
7:30 PM  Guadalupe Sanchez
Thursday - Jueves (9/10)
Col 3:12-17; Ps 150; Lk 6:27-38
6:30 AM  Jeanne Raspino
8:30 AM  Dominic Lai
Friday - Viernes (9/11)
1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14; Ps 16; Lk 6:3942
6:30 AM  Dominic Lai
8:30 AM  Julie Berard
5:30 PM
Khiem Nguyen
Saturday - Sábado (9/12)
The Most Holy Name of Mary
1 Tm 1:15-17; Ps 113; Lk 6:43-49
8:00 AM  Phung Diem
5:30 PM  Julie Berard
7:00 PM
Robert Clements
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN
St. Mark the
Evangelist
Family of Faith
Saturday, September 19
McGivney Hall
New and Retraining
John Paul II
Family of Faith
Wednesday, September 9 at 7PM
Saturday, September 12 at 10AM
New Members,
We welcome you to share our life, worship and
mission. Register online at stmarkplano.org or
ask an usher for a registration form.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
SVDP Food Pantry is in need of the following items :
Mac and Cheese, Spaghetti, Spaghetti Sauce,
Boxed/bagged pasta, canned tuna
Place items in donation box located in the Narthex.
Pick up of large items can be arranged by calling SVDP
at 972-423-1877
PRAY FOR THE SICK AND SUFFERING OF OUR PARISH
OREMOS POR LOS ENFEMOS DE LA PARROQUIA
Please call the Parish Office to add or remove someone from
the list. Names will be listed for four weeks.
Josefina Aguilar; Judy Ahr; Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Carmen Arias;
Elvia Arias; Evelia Arias; Patrick Basurto; Maria B. Bustelo; Michael Coleman; Erika Duran; Joan Eddy; Joyce Graham; Christy
Graves; Barbara Harrison; Roger Harvey; Maria Mae Hernandez;
Elvia Ibarra; Howard Johnson; John Kearney; Shane Kearney;
Margaret Kelley; Dale Koehn; Paul Krusac; Ellie Leonard; Millie
Leonard; Bob Martin; Marguerite Mehrtens; Tom Moore; Myrna
Martinez; Ann Myers; Bibi Philips; Edward Phillips; Helda Picon;
Marcia Pulliam; Joan Rivera; Ray Rivera; Eduardo Rodriguez;
Patricia Rodriguez; Larry Skinner; Stephen Sounders; Stephanie
Statton; Lucille Steckler; Jeanette Sullivan; Susana Villa García;
Mark Weiler
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
Do you have old photos or newspaper
clippings about St. Mark?
Please share them with us so we can
include them in our 50th anniversary
materials. E-mail them to
[email protected] or
bring them by the parish office.
Please Note:
On the weekend of September 12-13 we
will be scanning photos in the Narthex
after all Masses. Please bring your St.
Mark heirlooms to share!
Change in Food Pantry Hours
The Food Pantry will no longer be open on Tuesday evenings.
It will be open on Saturdays from 8:45 – 11:45 AM. Clients that
need food during the week can contact their client advocate.
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FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES
Knights’ Corner
MINISTERIOS DE ADULTOS Y FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE
CONSEJERIA 972-424-5794
Council 6065
Assembly 2266
Assembly Awards Banquet
Members of the Assembly and their wives met on August 24, for their
annual Awards Banquet covering the 2014 - 2015 Fraternal Year. The
Assembly is comprised of 4th Degree Knights from five different Councils:
All Saints in Dallas; Prince of Peace, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Mark
the Evangelist in Plano and St. Paul the Apostle in Richardson. The Assembly presents two major awards for the entire fraternal year. Additional awards are also presented to other Sir Knights and their wives.
CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH
Women Jan 16-17, 2016
Men Oct 17-18, 2015
Weekend retreat provides an atmosphere for individual
growth through prayer, inspiring presentations, and personal
reflection. It is also an opportunity to share with others in the
parish about the joys and challenges of living a Christian
lifestyle in our family life, at work, with friends, and in society.
Please call Family & Adult Ministry at 972-424-5794 for
information .
The following major awards were announced:
Sir Knight of the Year: SK Bob Wilson
(St. Elizabeth Ann Seton) – Bob received
this honor because of his involvement in
almost every event sponsored by the
Assembly. Bob is a Color Corps member
and attends almost every Color Corps
event and he was recently elected Faithful Captain of our Assembly. Bob is shown receiving his award from SK
Ron Schoof, Past Faithful Navigator.
Color Corps Sir Knight of the Year: SK Ron
Schoof (St. Mark the Evangelist) – Ron was
chosen for this honor because of his involvement in the Color Corps events throughout the
year. Ron is also a Past Faithful Navigator
and the current Faithful Admiral of the Assembly. Ron is shown receiving his award from
SK Bill Ptacek, Color Corps Commander for our Assembly and District
Deputy Marshal for the Diocese.
Endow is a 10 week Catholic educational program that brings women together to discover
their God-given dignity and to understand their
role in humanizing and transforming society. St. Mark Parish
offers this Fall “Discover your Dignity-Part 1”. The group will
meet Wednesday mornings starting Sept. 9th from 10am-12pm
in the St. Mark Smyth Pastoral Building in Room 208-Upper
Room. Please contact Chris Keith (214)708-3702 for information.
NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP begins
on September 23 and meets for 9 consecutive Wednesday, 7PM – 8:30PM, St.
Mark Parish Center, 1105 W. 15th St. New
Day is for anyone who has lost a loved one to death. Participants
work through the tasks of grief in an atmosphere of caring and
understanding. Cost: $20 (workbook). Registration required. Call
972-424-5794.”I will turn their mourning into joy, I will comfort
them, and give them gladness for sorrow.” Jeremiah 31:13
Meet and Greet Knight: September 8
Our Council is holding its monthly “Meet and Greet Knight” on Tuesday,
Sept. 8 beginning at 5:30PM. This fun event is held every second Tuesday at Tino’s Two restaurant. All Knights, whether members of Council
6065 or not, please attend and share this evening of camaraderie.
Squires Meeting: September 8
Our Squires Circle will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, September
8 in McGivney Hall beginning at 6PM.
ALWAYS OUR CHILDREN
Diocesan- approved Multi-Parish Support Group ministering to
parents and loved ones of individuals that have a same gender
attraction. Provides a supportive environment to understand
teachings of the Catholic Church while offering caring support to
group members. Meets monthly on 3rd Tuesdays, rotating locations at participating parishes in the Plano area.
For information on meetings or questions, call: St. Mark Family &
Adult Ministry, 972-424-5794
After Mass Refreshments: September 12/13
The Knights are sponsoring refreshments after all Mass on September
12/13. Please stop and say “hello”. Pick up a cup of coffee, a glass of
punch and a cookie on your way out of the Narthex. We are also assisting at the Information Table in the Narthex.
Plano Balloon Festival: September 18 – 20
Our Council of the Knights of Columbus is selling GLOW STICKS at the
Plano Balloon Festival on Friday and Saturday nights, September 18 and
19. The proceeds from these sales go toward our donations to charitable organizations. Your support is appreciated. We are also manning
one of the gates on Sunday, September 20 and the monies we receive
for assisting the Balloon Festival also go toward our charitable organization donations.
ENCOURAGE
Approved Catholic Church Apostolate ministering to parents of
individuals that have a same sex attraction. Meets every 2 nd
Friday of the month, 7PM – 8:30PM at Holy Family of Nazareth
Parish, Portable Building #14, 2323 Cheyenne St., Irving, TX
75062. For questions, contact Rebecca at 469-744-6672
Papal Visit to the United States: September 22 - 27
EWTN will provide live coverage of the Holy Father’s Masses, national
addresses and the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia. EWTN will
be there every step of the way so you don’t miss a moment! Visit
www.ewtn.com for more information, up to date schedules and online
streaming.
www.Facebook.com/StMarkCatholicChurchPlanoTx
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2015
SEPTEMBER 6, 2015
EN ESPAÑOL
FAVOR DE NOTAR:
La oficina parroquial estará cerrada el lunes, 7 de septiembre
en conmemoración del día del trabajo.
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION /
FORMACION DE FE: 972-423-4715
Administración
Las clases de Formación de Fe comenzaran el
Domingo, 20 de septiembre y el Miércoles, 23 de septiembre.
Vigésimo Tercer Domingo en el Tiempo Ordinario
El buen administrador de los bienes de Dios no debe mostrar
favoritismo. El rico puede tener muchos dones materiales para
compartir, pero San Santiago nos recuerda en la segunda lectura
que Dios ha elegido a los pobres del mundo para que sean ricos
en fe y herederos del reino de Dios.
Catequista en servicio será el próximo Domingo,
13 de septiembre.
La información fue enviada a todos los catequistas
participantes.
Por Favor RSVP antes del martes, 8 de septiembre.
Ministerio de Familia y Adultos
Cerramos las inscripciones el 3 de septiembre.
Reabrirán el 21 de septiembre. Hay espacio limitado y
ALGUNAS sesiones están cerradas.
CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA
Mujeres Feb 6-7, 2016
Hombres Oct 10-11, 2015
El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento individual por
medio de la oración, presentaciones conmovedoras, y reflexión
personal. También es una oportunidad para compartir con otros
en la parroquia sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cristiana
en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad.
Para información llame a la oficina Ministerio de Familia y Adultos al 972-424-5794.
Adoración Eucarística
En St. Mark hay adoración las 24 horas todos los viernes a
partir de las 9AM y termina antes de la Misa de las 8:30AM el
sábado. También hay 2 horas de adoración silenciosa, los martes de 7-9PM. Por favor, acompáñenos.
DE MUJER A MUJER
ESCUELA DE FORMACIÓN
PARA ADULTOS
Una serie de enriquecimiento de fe para mujeres de todas edades. Sesiones se realizarían los sábados empezando el 19 de Septiembre hasta el 21 de Noviembre desde las 3 PM a 5 PM en la
biblioteca #105 en el Salón “Smyth Patoral Center”. Costo es $25.
Para inscribirse por favor llame a Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538.
“Los adultos tienen el derecho y el deber de
hacer madurar el germen de la fe que Dios les ha
dado.” DNC # 48:4
Los invitamos a participar en la Formación para Adultos. Estas
oportunidades ayudan a crecer en nuestra relación con Jesús,
conocer las enseñanzas de la Iglesia, y formar comunidad con
otros miembros del Cuerpo de Cristo.
Caballeros de Colón
Para más información sobre las actividades de los
Caballeros de Colón, llame a Armando Guerra al
214-272-3537, Jose Romero al 214-499-2660 o Lucas
Gonzalez al 972-669-3023.
Se ofrecerá Nuevo Testamento – presentado por Padre Henry
Erazo para todas las personas de 18 años en adelante que desean conocer más su fe, los bautizados que quieran responder a su
compromiso cristiano. También, evangelizadores, catequistas,
coordinadores de catequesis o movimientos apostólicos, ministros extraordinarios de la comunión, lectores, acomodadores,
jóvenes integrantes de los grupos parroquiales o de algún movimiento eclesial, etc.
Ambiente Seguro
St. Mark
Familia de Fe
27 de septiembre
3PM Renovación
4PM Primera vez
En el McGivney Hall
NO SE PERMITEN NIÑOS
Cuando: 29 de septiembre al 1 de diciembre (10 semanas)
Horario: martes de 7 - 9 PM
Dónde: Centro Pastoral de St. Mark en el Great Room
Costo: $30
Inmigración y servicios legales
W. Dallas Branch
Para poder asistir o para más información: llamarle a Ruth Sanchez al 972-423-4715 x225 o por correo electrónico a
[email protected]
¡Los esperamos!
2843 Lapsley Street, Dallas TX 75212
(214) 217-5600 * Sólo con cita previa
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The Catholic Church's Teaching on Marriage and
Monthly Prayer Service for the Parish
September 20 at 7PM in the Chapel
Same Sex Orientation in Light of Natural Law
Presented by Dr. Christopher Wolfe, Univ. of Dallas Professor of
Politics, Author and Researcher on Constitutional Law, Marriage
and the Family, and American Political Thought
The Knights of Columbus and the Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring a monthly prayer service
in the Chapel at 7PM on the second Thursday
of each month for those in the parish who are
ill, recovering from surgery or for any other
intention. The next service is scheduled for
September 20. All parishioners are invited
to attend and submit the names of those individuals for whom
prayers are requested that month. These names will be read
during the service. This Parish Prayer Service begins with the
Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, reading of the names
of those for whom we are praying, the Rosary, hymns, a Litany,
and concludes with Benediction. You need not be a member of
the Knights of Columbus to participate or to have your requests
included. Please call Will Alt at 972-423-9450 to add names to
the list of those for whom prayers are requested. You can add
names just prior to the service if you are in attendance.
Saturday, Sept. 26, 6:30 PM
St. Mark Parish Center, McGivney Hall 1105 W. 15th St.,
Buffet dinner begins at 6:30PM, $5 per person
Speaker-7:15PM
RSVP: [email protected] or
[email protected]
With RSVP you may pay at the door or send check to
Dale Heidenreich, 2830 Biscayne Dr., Plano, TX.75075
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PEOPLE CAMPAIGN
We’re not asking for money.
We’re asking for people who will give their time.
Sign up during Stewardship September
and help us raise 500 volunteers!
Volunteer Spotlight: Vivian Torres
It’s been three years since I became a St. mark parishioner. I’m retired and have a lot of
free time. The best decision I made was to come to the church office and offer myself as a
volunteer. I give my time to the Faith Formation Department as a children’s catechist. I also
help in family catechesis. On Tuesday and Thursday mornings I also help in the parish office.
What are the benefits? I have high self esteem since I’m making myself useful and have
made lots of friends which I would not have, if I stayed home. I thank God for these
opportunities to help my brothers and sisters in the commandment of love.
Are you a parish volunteer and would like to be featured in the Volunteer Spotlight? Please
tell us why you volunteer and how it has enriched your life. Send your submission to
[email protected] . Don't forget to include a picture!
Voluntaria Extraordinaria: Vivian Torres
Hace tres años soy parroquiana de St. Mark. Soy retirada y tengo mucho tiempo disponible. La mejor decisión que hice fue venir a
las oficinas de la iglesia y ofrecerme de voluntaria. Ofrezco mi tiempo en el ministerio de formación de fe como catequista de
niños. También ayudo en la catequesis familiar. Los martes y jueves en la mañana ayudo en la oficina parroquial. ¿Los beneficios?
Alta autoestima, pues me siento útil, muchísimas amistades, que estando en la casa, nunca las hubiera conocido. Agradezco a Dios
todas estas oportunidades en que puedo hacer algo por mis hermanos, siguiendo el mandamiento del amor.
¿Eres un voluntario de la parroquia y quieres aparecer en el Volunteer Spotlight? Por favor, díganos por qué usted es voluntario y
cómo le ha enriquecido su vida. Envíe su información a [email protected] ¡No olvide incluir una foto!
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SEPTEMBER 6, 2015
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION
972-423-4715
Youth & Young Adult Ministries
Ministerio de Jóvenes y Jóvenes adultos
972-578-9583
[email protected]
stmarkplanoyouth.org
Faith Formation classes start Sunday, September 20 and
Wednesday, September 23
New Office Hours:
Mon.-Thurs. 9AM-4PM
Fri. 9AM-12PM.
Catechist In-Service is next Sunday, September 13
Information was sent to all participating Catechists.
RSVP’s are due by Tuesday, September 8th.
REGISTRATION CLOSED ON SEPTEMBER 3rd and will reopen on
SEPTEMBER 21st, spaces are limited and some
session/times are closed.
Registration for 2015-16 Youth Faith Formation classes
is now open for all families.
Cards for the Troops
Adults and High School students are invited to be a part of
our Amazing Team of Youth Ministry Volunteers!
contact [email protected]
For the month of September we are partnering
with our St. Mark school community to make a
card for persons currently serving in the
military. These cards will be given to the St. Michael’s Society Military Support Group for distribution to our service men and women.
Although our elementary faith formation and youth ministry
classes will not begin until Sun. Sept. 20 and Wed. Sept. 23, we
are asking families to participate by bringing in a card on the first
day of class and if possible, the following items, which will be
sent with the cards: beef jerky, hard candies, packs of gum, tuna
pouches (no cans, please), granola bars, packages of nuts, and
individual drink mixes, such as Crystal Light or similar. Cards for
the soldiers are due on Wednesday, September 30th.
Mark Your Calendar!!!
Youth Ministry Volunteer Retreat
Sat. Sept 12
St. Mark Parish Center-Great Room
12-5 PM (Lunch included)
Guest Speaker — Jason Deuterman
Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries
from the Diocese of Dallas
Revel 12 and Fiat are starting soon!
Beginning September 20th in the Great Room from 6-7:30 PM,
we will kick off this new program for all High School students
Post and Pre Confirmation. This event does not count towards
Confirmation credits and there is no registration fee.
All High School Students are invited to grow as men and women
of God and experience this exciting encounter with Christ and
the Church! Contact the Youth Ministry Department with questions or to register.
Listen to Catholic Radio KATH 910 AM
Escucha Radio Católica KJON 850 AM
THAT MAN IS YOU
Friday Morning Men’s Breakfast Group
Begins September 11, 2015
6AM – 7:30AM
That Man is You! Is a 26 week interactive men’s Program
combining the best research from science With the teachings of
the Catholic faith and the Wisdom of the saints to develop the
vision of a man Fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures
and Temptations that men face in our modern culture. The Man
is You! Sees to form men who will be Capable of transforming
homes and society.
Location: St. Mark Smyth Pastoral Center
Upper Room #208
1100 West 15th St., Plano, TX 75023
NET (National Evangelization Team) is a Roman Catholic organization dedicated to spreading the Gospel to youth. NET's mission
is to evangelize young Catholics, reaching them through retreats
and parish ministry. Their goal is to challenge young Catholics to
love Christ and embrace the life of the Church.
How can you help NET Ministries succeed at St. Mark?
We are looking for families to host NET Missionaries in their
home for two weeks, as well as, donations of restaurant
(Starbucks, Chipotle, etc.) and fuel gift cards, and 1 used
vehicle.
For additional information visit netusa.org/parishteams or
contact the Youth Ministry Office at 972-578-9583.
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
1201 Alma Dr, Plano, TX 75075
972.578.0610
www.stmcs.net
Join us for St. Mark Catholic School’s upcoming fall events:
Mark your calendar and plan to “get up and give” to our parish school on September 17! North Texas Giving
Day is a one-day, online fundraising event benefiting non-profit organizations in North Texas. Parish families
are invited to make a donation of $25 or more on that day. A percentage of donations will be matched by the
Communities Foundation of Texas. All proceeds benefit the St. Mark Catholic School Gap Fund, which helps
bridge the gap between tuition and the actual cost to provide a Catholic education to our students. On September 17 between 6 AM – 12 MIDNIGHT, plan to visit www.northtexasgivingday.org/#npo/st-mark-catholicschool to make your donation.
Monsignor Smyth Golf Tournament, hosted by St. Mark Catholic School alumni, Friday, September 18 at The
Courses at Watters Creek in Allen. Shotgun start 1:00 PM. The golf tournament will be a fun day of golf, dinner, and
prizes. Proceeds will benefit the school’s gymnasium and playground enhancement project. Visit www.stmcs.net/
golf-tournament for registration and sponsorship information.
2nd Annual All Souls Remembrance 1K/5K Run, Saturday, October 31 on the St. Mark campus. The 1K "fun run"
starts at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:30 AM. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome in both categories. Registration includes a commemorative t-shirt, and prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. Personalize your race tshirt as you run in memory of a loved one for All Souls Day, a day designated for lifting up prayers for the departed
in our Catholic tradition. Proceeds will benefit the school’s gymnasium and playground enhancement project. For
registration and sponsorship information, visit www.allsoulsrun.com.
Pope Francis has declared
that the Universal Catholic
Church will observe a
Jubilee Year of Mercy
from Dec. 8, 2015, to Nov.
20, 2016. The Holy Father
underscored the Church’s
(our) “responsibility to be a living sign of the Father’s love in the
world.” These holy years are filled with special celebrations and
pilgrimages, strong calls for conversion and repentance, and the
opportunity to experience God’s grace through the sacraments,
especially confession.
End of Life Decisions and Advanced
Planning Information & Funeral Liturgical Pre-Planning
We will offer various activities and events for families throughout the Year of Mercy and in anticipation of our first event, we
are collecting the following items to be used in our Blessing
Bags:
Presentation:
St. Mark Funeral Ministry,
Liturgical Planner & Pre-Planning
When: Sunday, September 13, from 2-4 PM
Presented by:
Rosalba Hernandez
Funeral Ministry Coordinator
Provided by St Mark Family & Adult Ministry
There is less anxiety when we are prepared for end-of-life
decisions concerning ourselves or our loved ones.
Our Family Support at the time lost of our love one
Pre-Planning information literature
Church Service available for Life Celebration
St Mark Columbarium information
Ongoing Grief and Compassion Support Ministry
Travel-size toiletries (if you have same brands of shampoo, conditioner, soap, and lotion, please place them in a sandwich size
ziplock bag), toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, small bar of soap,
hand sanitizer, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, small comb or
brush, chapstick, band-aids, baby wipes and new socks (for men
and women).
St. Mark the Evangelist Church
Parish Pastoral Center - McGivney Hall
1105 West. 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075
New items will be added in the coming months. Please watch
the bulletin for additional information.
Questions?
Please contact Debbie Betz at 972-423-4715, ext. 232.
To attend, please contact Rosalba (Rosie) Hernandez
at 972-423-5600, ext 230
[email protected]
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DE SEPTIEMBRE DEL
2015
SEPTEMBER 6, 2015
PARISH LIBRARY
Mon-Thurs 9AM-12PM
Book Drop in Library door is open 24/7
DVDs: Through A Dog's Eyes and Temple Grandin
Insightful books: EXtreme Makeover - Women Transformed by
Christ Not Conformed to the Culture by Teresa Tomeo
Simplicity The Art of Living by Richard Rohr, translated by Peter
Heinegg
2015 Seminarian Welcome
Dinner Gift Card Fundraiser
Saturday, September 19, 2015 |
Hilton Anatole
Holy Trinity Seminary is Hosting a Gift Card Fundraiser at the
2015 Seminarian Welcome Dinner.
Gift Cards Will Be Used As Prizes in a Blind Draw.
Support Our Seminarians By Donating Gift Cards
Any Denomination Between $10 - $500 Accepted
Contact Jackie Yamauchi for donations and questions
(214) 870-9843 or [email protected]
Pray for Vocations
2015 FRIENDS OF THE POOR WALK
AND FUN RUN
Donation Items for the Samaritan Inn
Collection dates: mid-September
SEPTEMBER 19
UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS
10 AM Registration
10:30 AM Walk Begins
We will once again be collecting “urgent”
need items for the Samaritan Inn. The Samaritan Inn often finds itself in the need of
items that are in short supply since they are the only facility in
Collin County dedicated to serving the homeless. In addition to
the following urgent need items, we will also be collecting the
following paper products through mid-September:
The walk will be held between 10-10:30AM at the Braniff
Memorial Tower. The walk will take place around the campus of
UD with a shorter route for those unable to complete a 5K.
Conferences, friends and families will walk for donations and
raise awareness about the poor and vulnerable we serve in our
parish community.
Urgent Need items: Towels, Disinfectant Cleaners (including
wipes), Trash Bags
Paper Products: Toilet paper & Kleenex, Paper towels, Plates,
Dixie cups (for dispensing meds), Trash bags (all sizes) and Ziploc
bags
Please join your conference Vincentian members in walking in
solidarity. Parishioners, priest, friends, children and family
members can all sign up to walk for $30 which includes a t-shirt.
Your parish SVdP conference will receive $25 for each walker
that signs up and designates the parish as the beneficiary. Help
us raise funds to serve the poor as Pope Francis has directed us:
There will be a marked container in the Narthex for the items to
be placed each month. The items being collected each month
will change depending on the needs at that time. Interested in
dropping off the donated items at the Samaritan Inn, please call
Debbie Betz at 972-423-4715, ext. 232.
If you are interested in volunteering at The Samaritan Inn please
call or text the Volunteer Hotline at (214) 449-4433 or email:
[email protected].
All volunteers attend an informational session at the Inn where
they learn more about available volunteer opportunities. A tour
of the Inn is included, along with an explanation of our services
and needs. Volunteer information sessions are held at the shelter location.
http://svdpdallas.org/forms/friends-of-the-poor-walk
If you are unable to attend see a Society of St. Vincent de Paul
member to sponsor them as they walk or call 972-423-1877.
St. Gabriel’s Rummage Sale, September 12, 8AM – 1PM
You’re invited to come shop at the St Gabriel Rummage Sale
on Sep. 12. Proceeds from this sale will be put towards the
building of our new church. We’re also accepting donations
September 9th through the 11th.
Contact Donna at [email protected] or 712-251-4875.
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
Festival de Otoño de St. Mark
St. Mark Fall Festival
Fecha del evento: Sábado, 31 de octubre
Event Date: October 31, Saturday
¡El festival incluirá la carrera de 5K “All Souls”, Feria de Artesanía, Torneo de Baloncesto, deliciosas
comidas, juegos, pista de obstáculos, rifas y mucho más!
Festival will include All Souls 5K Run, Craft Fair, 3
on 3 Basketball Tournament, delicious foods, games, climbing
wall, obstacle course, raffle and more!
Estamos aceptando donaciones. Hay cubos de donación en el
Narthex y la oficina parroquial.
Donaciones necesarias: peluches, libros, juguetes pequeños,
dulces, varitas de burbujas, y “glow sticks”
Donation bucket is in Bethany Narthex and parish office.
Needed items: stuffed animals, books, small toys, candy, bubble wands, glow sticks
Contact Claudine Humphries, Festival Chair:
214-236-9916; [email protected]
Para más información contacte a Claudine Humphries,
214-236-9916; [email protected]
More information on stmarkplano.org
Search “Fall Festival” and Facebook page!!
¡Tenemos mas información en el sitio web stmarkplano.org bajo
“Fall Festival” y en Facebook!
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