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 Juan Jorge Hernandez• Deacon Dominic T. Hoang ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: 972-423-5600 ASSISTANT PARISH MANAGER: Melissa Humason • PASTOR’S ASSISTANT/OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold • SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Connie Istas TO PAROCHIAL VICAR: Veronica Fonseca • CONTRIBUTIONS & REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard • MEMBERSHIP, ASST. REGISTRAR: Tania Salamanca COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST: Adriana Brady • FACILITIES: Joe Walter YOUTH MINISTRY: 972-578-9583 DIRECTOR: Megan McQuaid FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa Faith Formation Assistant: Mario Beltran 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 Communion to Home Bound: Parish Office 972-423-5600 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 Communion Ministers: Mary Jane Heiting 972-664-0188 Christ Renews His Parish: 972-424-5794 Lectors: Jack Carlisle 972-549-0740 Ushers: Sandy Ptacek 972-424-6507 Altar Servers: Kathi & Parker Thompson 972-965-0563 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 Rosary Group: Lore Profaizer 972-424-7326 Rosary Makers: Margaret Woollett 214-808-8277 Rosario Biblico:Olivia Rojas 972-985-0051 Rosario Tradicional: Pilar de la Torre 214-745-9831 We Care Ministry: Martha Bernatis 214-914-4670 Women of St. Mark: Dorette Putonti 972-898-0421 American Heritage Girls: Elizabeth Muzyka 469-855-2001 Boy Scouts: Joe Schichl 469-463-7959 Catholic Daughters: Mary Cieslewicz 817-995-2928 Cenacle: Josephine 972-867-2192, Marguerite 972-424-9779 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: Teresa & Edgar Gonzalez 972-333-8281 Homeschooling: Janet Moos 972-213-6437 St. Mark Home & School Assn: Elizabeth Delaney 972-838-3337 St. Mark School Advisory Council: Janiece Evans-Page 408-406-3946 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. John Szatkowski (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. John Szatkowski (214-379-2860) 1 19 DE OCTUBRE DEL 2014 OCTOBER 19, 2014 MASS INTENTIONS & DAILY BIBLE READINGS Saturday - Sábado (10/18) Sunday - Domingo (10/19) 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 45:1, 4-6 Ps 96 1 Thes 1:1-5b Mt 22:15-21 STEWARDSHIP Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time Each year at tax time, we conscientiously give “to Caesar what belongs to Caesar.” Does my stewardship indicate that I am as faithful about giving “to God what belongs to God”? 8:00 AM Tony & Lilian Hala 5:30 PM Greg Nelson 7:00 PM Francisco Zuñiga Vigésimo Noveno Domingo en el Tiempo Ordinario Cada año, nosotros en época de impuestos, conscientemente damos “al Cesar las cosas del cesar” Mi modo de administrar los bienes de Dios indica que tengo la misma fidelidad para dar “a Dios lo que corresponde a Dios?” 7:30 AM Frank Van Horn Greg Nelson 9:00 AM People of St. Mark 10:30 AM Janett Camposeco 12:00 PM Alan Saul Torres 1:30 PM 3:00 PM Zenon & Calixta Gandarilla Cynthia Mallil 4:30 PM Erin Minor 6:00 PM Monday - Lunes (10/20) St Paul of the Cross, Priest Eph 2:1-10; Ps 100; Lk 12:13-21 6:30 AM Real Giguere 8:30 AM Lindsay Lovelace Tuesday - Martes (10/21) Eph 2:12-22; Ps 85; Lk 12:35-38 6:30 AM Louis Houde 8:30 AM Jack Naughton Wednesday - Miércoles (10/22) Blessed John Paul II, Pope Eph 3:2-12; Is 12; Lk 12:39-48 6:30 AM Henry Couture 8:30 AM Johnny Lovelace 7:30 PM Arturo Rodriguez Thursday - Jueves (10/23) St John of Capistrano Eph 3:14-21; Ps 33; Lk 12:49-53 6:30 AM Rev. Brother Mark 8:30 AM Bob Fahrenbruch Friday - Viernes (10/24) St Anthony Mary Claret Eph 4:1-6; Ps 24; Lk 12:54-59 6:30 AM 8:30 AM 5:30 PM Saturday - Sábado (10/25) Eph 4:7-16; Ps 122; Lk 13:1-9 8:00 AM Mr. & Mrs. R. Mudrone 5:30 PM Donald Wilmarth Shawn & Adriana Brady 7:00 PM OCTOBER 5 COLLECTION Weekend Collection $ 37,349 DEBT REDUCTION Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 5,449 Weekly Donations $ Online Donations $ 1,280 Total for 2014 Total Collection $ 44,078 Attendance Budget $ 40,000 Collections under budget for fiscal year since 7/1/2014 $ <26,589> $ 2,279 21,487 6486 Abby Allgood is the winner of the children’s stewardship envelopes. SAFE ENVIRONMENT/AMBIENTE SEGURO Lindsay Lovelace Roberto Napuri Linda Rood PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN FAVOR DE NO TRAER NIÑOS St. Mark Family of Faith PRAY FOR THE SICK AND SUFFERING OF OUR PARISH OREMOS POR LOS ENFEMOS DE LA PARROQUIA John Paul II Family of Faith Please call the Parish Office to add or remove someone from the list. Names will be listed for four weeks. Judy Ahr; Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Marion Angelotti; Carmen Arias; Elvia Arias; Richard Becker; Heather Blake; Jerry Bonniol; Jayden Camacho; Robert Camplen; Sam Captino; Shirley Collier; Randy Cremar; Erika Duran; Roseann Fahrenbruch; Scott Gallagher; Christy Graves; Pat Haney; Vicki Hannon; Jacque Hickenbottom; Dee Hollen; Paula Hummel; Elvia Ibarra; Gloria Knies; Delia Korsvatk; Paul Krusac; Samantha Leminger; Ellie Leonard; Jerry Lewallen; Alena Lufton; Margarita Mena; Victoria Mena; Mike Murray; Persia Family; Paul Olivares; Linda O’Malley; Edwin Oropezo; Gavin Palmer; Paula Palmer; Daniel J. Phillips; Marcia Pulliam; Luis Reyes; Ray Rivera; Carl Rossini; Hazel Seibold; Patty Stratman; Irma Surgent; Charles Swan; Jesus Tirado Castañon Edy Troy; Sofia Ventura; Josephine Warner; Michael Watkins; Daphne Wolfson; Homero Zamora; Ismael Zamora. Reentrenamiento en Español Miércoles, 5 de noviembre a las 7PM Conference Room #202 del Centro Pastoral Favor de traer la insignia de Ambiente Seguro Entrenamiento Nuevo Domingo, 19 de octubre a las 4:30PM McGivney Hall Tuesday, November 4 at 7PM A Message from Fr. Cliff: We have received the following from Bishop Farrell: "It is prudent to remind those attending Mass that it is up to each individual to decide whether to drink from the cup at Communion. Those who suspect symptoms that may signal impending illness should refrain from doing so. Likewise, during the Sign of Peace, people may offer simpler gestures (smile, simple bow of the head) to accompany the words of peace instead of a handshake or hug." This is just good sense. If you are ill the obligation to attend Mass is removed. Unless advised otherwise by your doctor, get flu shots! Stay well! 2 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES Knights’ Corner MINISTERIOS DE ADULTOS Y FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA 972-424-5794 Council 6065 Assembly 2266 Knight of the Month Congratulations to Jerry Lenihan and Aaron Baldwin who were named Co-Knights of the Month for October. They were cited for their deep involvement in procuring donations to the upcoming Bingo Knight scheduled for November 15. This event will honor our military. CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Men NOV 8-9 Women Jan 17-18 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. Family of the Month Congratulations to the Bob Navarrete family who was named Family of the Month for October. Bob and Wilma were presented this honor because of their work in making the Council’s involvement in the Balloon Festival so successful for the past several years. Friday Morning Men’s Breakfast Group Fridays from 6 – 7:30 AM St. Mark Smyth Pastoral Center, #208 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. That Man is You! sees to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. For info: [email protected] Blood Drive: October 19 The Knights of Columbus, in conjunction with Carter Blood Care, is holding a Blood Drive from 7:30 AM to 2 PM in the Old Gym today. Please donate a pint of your blood for this life giving need. If you didn’t sign up last weekend, please see us in the Old Gym – walk-ins are welcome. GRIEF WORKSHOP: To Light Your Way Through the Holidays… For all those who have lost a loved one through death… a prayer service and program for grieving our losses through the holiday season and beyond. Sun., Nov. 16, 3PM – 4:30PM, Parish Library, Rm #105 (St. Mark Pastoral Center Building, 1100 W. 15th St, Plano.) Please call if you plan to attend. St. Mark Family & Adult Ministry - 972-424-5794. Patriotic Rosary: October 23 The Knights of Columbus, Council 6065 and Assembly 2266, are sponsoring a Patriotic Rosary on Thursday, October 23 beginning at 7 PM. in the St. Mark Main Sanctuary. All parishioners are invited to attend and pray for our nation during the next election in November. Please join us and offer your Thanksgiving to God for our government and pray that He guides the voters in choosing what is best for the country. Ronald McDonald House: November 1 Members of our Council are preparing dinner on Saturday, November 1, 2014 for those staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Dallas. This meal is for the families of children who are in the local hospitals. We prepare the meal, serve it and then clean up afterward for these people who are in need for a small diversion from the medical problems their children are dealing with. For more information, please contact PGK Mike Doherty at 972-596-7184. ALL SOULS DAY St. Mark Parish Community will celebrate a memorial Mass for our deceased loved ones at the 5:30PM Mass in English and 7PM Mass in Spanish on Saturday, November 1st. Parishioners who have recently lost a loved one are invited to participate in the entrance procession and place a photo of their deceased relative or friend at the altar. We will meet in the Narthex in preparation for the procession at 5PM. Please write your name and number on the back of your photo. Please call us at 972-423-5600, ext 230 if you wish to take part in the procession. Also, all parishioners are invited to write the names of their deceased loved ones in the All Souls Remembrance Book that will be in the church narthex (vestibule) through Nov. 1. This book of names will be brought to the altar for the entrance procession of our All Souls Day Mass. Columbarium Blessing: On Nov. 1st, immediately after the 5:30 PM Memorial Mass, Fr. Cliff will process to the columbarium for a special blessing. Everyone is invited to participate in the procession. Flag Retirement/Electronics Recycling Unserviceable flags continue to be collected in the flag box which is now located inside the Usher’s Room. If you are not familiar with the location of the Usher’s Room, please ask an usher for directions. Used cell phones, inkjet cartridges, digital cameras, camcorders, and hand held electronic games can also be placed in this box. The flags will be disposed of in a proper manner. All electronic equipment will be recycled by an environmentally responsible company and the proceeds from the recycling will be donated to Special Olympics. Special Note: If you see a flag on an establishment that is in need of replacement, please talk with the store manager, thank him for flying the Stars and Stripes, and ask that the unserviceable flag be replaced and given to you. You should then place the flag into the flag box identified above. The flag is the symbol of our nation and it is important that it be displayed and maintained properly. If you would prefer not to speak with the store manager, please provide the necessary information (store name and location) to either Bill Ptacek on 972-424-6507 or Paul Krusac on 972-516-0659 and we will contact the appropriate store personnel. Listen to Catholic Radio KATH 910 AM Escucha Radio Católica KJON 850 AM 3 19 DE OCTUBRE DEL 2014 OCTOBER 19, 2014 EN ESPAÑOL Ministerio de Familia y Adultos Formación de Fe CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Hombres Nov 8-9 Mujeres feb 7-8 El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento individual por medio de la oración, presentaciones conmovedoras, y reflexión. También es una oportunidad para compartir con otros parroquianos sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cristiana en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad. Reunión de Primera Reconciliación para padres e hijos recibiendo el sacramento (Escuela y Parroquia) Lunes, 3 de nov., 2014 6:30 - 8 PM (Inglés) Martes, 4 de nov., 2014 6:30 - 8 PM (Español) La reunión tomará lugar en la iglesia Inscripción será a las 6 PM DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS Pro-Vida La Comunidad Católica de St. Mark estará celebrando las Misas conmemorativas del Día de los Fieles Difuntos, para recordar a nuestros seres queridos que han fallecido, el Sábado 1 de Noviembre a las 5:30PM. Misa en Ingles y 7PM Misa en Español. Se les invita a todos los parroquianos que recientemente han perdido a un ser querido, a participar en la procesión de entrada y colocar una foto del difunto, ya sea familiar o amigo, en el lugar designado para éstas fotos frente al altar mayor. Nos reuniremos en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia a las 5PM y a las 7PM para la procesión. Por favor escriba su nombre y número telefónico atrás de la fotografía y no olvide recogerla al final de la Misa. Si desea ser parte de la procesión, favor de avisar al 972-423-5600, ext 230. También se les invita a todos los parroquianos a escribir los nombres de sus seres queridos difuntos en un libro especial de “Conmemoración del Día de los Fieles Difuntos” que se encontrará en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia hasta el 1 de Noviembre. Este libro con todos los nombres de los difuntos, se incluirá en la procesión de entrada de la Misa y se colocará en el altar durante la Misa del Día de los Fieles Difuntos. Baby Shower Tiendita de Donación y Centro de Asistencia 1100 W. 15th St., #203 La tienda de donaciones está abierta los miércoles de 9AM-1PM. Para mas información sobre como ayudar a mujeres embarazadas de nuestra comunidad o como recibir ayuda si estás embarazada contáctenos a uno de los siguientes números. María Meléndez, 972-835-4241 (Español) Elena Basurto, 972-699-1429 (Bilingüe) Shirley Cook, 972-424-2911 (Ingles) El Movimiento Familiar Cristiano Católico Invita a toda la comunidad de St. Mark: A la Hora Santa El Jueves 23 de Octubre, 2014 A las 7 PM en la Capilla de St. Mark El Padre Henry Erazo nos acompañará Note: El 1 de Noviembre, Día de los Fieles Difuntos, después de la Misa de las 5:30PM, el Padre Cliff tendrá una procesión hacia el Columbario para dar una bendición especial. Todos son invitados a participar en la procesión. Decisiones Para el Cuidado al Fin de la Vida Información, Preparación de Funeral y Planeación Litúrgica Presentadores: Sra. Rosalba Hernandez, Ministerio de Funerales, Decisiones Para el Cuidado al Fin de la Vida Planeación Litúrgica Sr. Jerry Chaverri Consultor en Preparación de Funerales para la Familia Taller de Luto Lunes, Noviembre 3, 2014, 7 PM—9 PM Cafeteria de St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church 1201 Alma Drive, Plano, TX 75075 Un programa de oración y consuelo para aminorar sus penas, durante las fiestas, para quienes hayan perdido a un ser querido. Lunes, 17 de noviembre de 2014 a las 7 PM- 8:30 PM en la biblioteca salón #105, Smyth Pastoral Center, 1100 W. 15th St, Plano, Tx 75075. Para más información comuníquese con Rosalba Hernandez al (972) 423-5600 ext. 230. Para mas información llame Rosalba (Rosie) Hernandez at 972-423-5600, ext 230. [email protected] 4 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION / Youth & Young Adult Ministries Ministerio de Jóvenes y Jóvenes adultos FORMACION DE FE: 972-423-4715 972-578-9583 [email protected] stmarkplanoyouth.org First Reconciliation Meeting for Parent and Child (School and Parish) Mon. Nov. 3, 2014 English 6:30-8 PM or Tues. Nov.4, 2014 Spanish 6:30-8 PM In the Church Sign-in at 6 PM New Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9AM-4PM Fri. 9AM-12PM. New! Open Youth House every Tuesday from 5-7PM Hang out with the NET Team and enjoy some much-needed down time after school. All high schoolers welcome! Join us for the Inaugural St. Mark Catholic School “All Souls Remembrance 5K Run!” 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. November 1st 7-10PM 1402 Brentwood Dr Facebook.com/netplano Mark your calendar and plan to join us on the St. Mark campus on Saturday, November 1. There will be a 1K "Fun Run" starting at 8:00 AM, followed by a 5K at 8:30 AM. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome in both categories. All proceeds benefit the St. Mark Catholic School Athletics Department. 2014 Boy Scout Troop 285 Christmas Wreath and Popcorn Fundraiser Registration includes a personalized commemorative t-shirt, and prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. Boys Scouts Troop 285 will be selling Christmas Wreaths and Popcorn after all masses on October 25-26, 2014. Popcorn will be available to be purchased after masses. Christmas Wreaths can be ordered and arrive in their own individual box due to be distributed the weekend of December 6-7. For information and registration, visit our website at www.stmcs.net/all-souls-run. We also have many volunteer opportunities! Contact Marlene Ehring at [email protected] to learn more! PARISH LIBRARY Mon-Thurs 9AM-12PM Book Drop in Library door is open 24/7 October is the month of The Holy Rosary New Books: Answering The New Atheism - Dismantling Dawkins' Case Against God by Scott Hahn and Benjamin Wiker Facebook: St. Mark Catholic Church – Plano,TX St. Mark Catholic School – Plano,TX Stmarkplanoyouthministry Instagram: Stmarkyouth The Catholic Church in History - Legend and Reality by Keith D. Lewis DVD: The Staircase Twitter: StMEvangeLion Pinterest: stmarkplano 5 19 DE OCTUBRE DEL 2014 OCTOBER 19, 2014 ¡Celebren! October 27, 2014 27 de octubre, 2014 For parishes in the United States the weekend masses on the weekend of October 25 and 26 have been designated to be Priesthood Sunday. It is an opportunity for us to express gratitude to our Pastor and Parochial Vicars for the services and spiritual guidance they provide us. On that weekend cards or letters may be deposited in receptacles which will be located in the Bethany Narthex. Please join in leaving your notes of appreciation. Our Pastor, Father Cliff, came to us with a skill set and total dedication which have been uniquely suited to our needs. His efforts to unify the huge cultural variety of our parishioners have been extensive and widely successful. With great generosity he provides us with spiritual guidance that is illuminating and reflects a deeply loving understanding of our human nature. His dedication and extensive involvement in the operation of our school is without peer. His addition of the Bethany Narthex, the Columbarium, and the badly needed new office space, provided when he acquired the old bank building at a nominal cost, represent major improvements to our physical plant. We are deeply indebted to him. We have come to know Fr. Jack Hopka as the celebrant at weekday as well as weekend masses. For many of us he is a treasured spiritual counselor. He is our representative when a call comes in for a priest to visit hospital patients and the quality of his service in this respect is deeply appreciated. Many have enjoyed the time he spends in the Bethany Narthex chatting with parishioners about questions and issues that may be of interest to them. He is a Canon Lawyer who devotes two days each month in San Antonio working on Marital cases. He blesses us with his contributions to our parish. Fr. Henry Erazo came to us recently after serving for seven years as Parochial Vicar at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe. He was ordained on February 20, 1998 in his home country of Bolivia. Eventually he was asked by his Bishop to come to the United States and serve here in the Diocese of Dallas. With us he is mostly involved with the liturgy for our Spanish speaking parishioners. When asked what he finds most important in his ministry he replied: offering the people the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. We welcome you Father Henry and we wish you the very best during your stay here. Para las parroquias en los Estados Unidos las Misas del fin de semana del 25 y 26 de octubre han sido designadas para ser Domingo del Sacerdocio. Es una oportunidad para poder expresar gratitud a nuestro Pastor y Vicarios Parroquiales por los servicios y la guía espiritual que nos proporcionan. En este fin de semana pueden dejar cartas or tarjetas en los recipientes que se encuentran en el Bethany Narthex. Por favor, anímense a dejar sus notas de agradecimiento. Nuestro Pastor, Padre Cliff, vino a nosotros con un conjunto de habilidades y una dedicación total, que se han adaptado de forma única a nuestras necesidades. Sus esfuerzos para unificar la gran variedad cultural de nuestros feligreses han sido extensos y ampliamente exitosos. Nos proporciona una guía espiritual con gran generosidad que ilumina y refleja una comprensión profundamente amorosa a nuestra naturaleza humana. Su dedicación y una amplia participación en el funcionamiento de nuestra escuela es sin igual. Su adición del Bethany Narthex, el Columbario, y el nuevo espacio de oficinas proporcionadas cuando adquirió el antiguo edificio del banco a un costo nominal representan importantes mejoras en nuestra planta física. Estamos profundamente en deuda con él. Hemos llegado a conocer al Padre Jack Hopka como el celebrante en las Misas durante la semana, así como en las Misas de fin de semana. Para muchos de nosotros es un consejero espiritual atesorado. Él es nuestro representante cuando se recibe una llamada para visitar pacientes en los hospitales y la calidad de su servicio en este sentido es muy apreciada. Muchos han disfrutado el tiempo que pasa en el Bethany Narthex charlando con los feligreses acerca de cuestiones y temas que puedan ser de interés para ellos. Él es un abogado canónico que dedica dos días al mes en San Antonio trabajando en casos matrimoniales. Él es una bendición para nuestra parroquia. El Padre Henry Erazo fue ordenado el 20 de febrero de 1998 en Bolivia, su país natal. Su obispo lo envió a Estados Unidos para ayudar en la Diócesis de Dallas. Fue vicario parroquial por siete años en la Catedral Santuario de la Virgen de Guadalupe, y ahora es una gran adición a nuestra familia parroquial. Sus conocimientos ayudan enormemente en la liturgia para los feligreses de habla hispana. Al preguntarle que es lo que considera ser lo más importante de su ministerio, respondió: Ofrecerle a la gente los sacramentos de Reconciliación y Eucaristía. Le damos la bienvenida al Padre Henry, y le deseamos lo mejor durante su estancia aquí 6 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP begins on January 6th and meets for 9 consecutive Tuesdays, 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 972424-5794.”I will turn their mourning into joy; I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow.” Jeremiah 31:13 PRO-LIFE Women of St. Mark Meeting Tuesday, October 28, 7-9PM in McGivney Hall Ladies of St. Mark, you are invited to join the Women of St. Mark for their Tuesday, October 28th meeting at 7 pm in McGivney Hall. This month our meeting will feature three Spiritual and Service Ministries- ENDOW, St. Michael Society and Catholic Daughters. This is a wonderful opportunity to find out about these organizations and perhaps join them! For more information please call Dorette Putonti 972-898-0421 or email [email protected]. Come and join us and bring a friend! Looking ahead to next month, the Dallas Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Annual Assembly will be held this year on Saturday, November 8th at St. Francis of Assisi in Frisco. All affiliates will honor their Woman of the Year. The nominee for Woman of the Year representing The Women of St. Mark is Tami Danielak. Congratulations, Tami! Pro-Life Golf Tournament The 13th annual charity golf tournament benefiting The White Rose and Birth Choice Crisis Pregnancy Centers takes place at Woodbridge Golf Club Saturday, October 25. Registration and lunch 11 AM – 12 PM; shotgun start at 12:30 PM. The cost of $105 per person includes lunch, cart and green fees, prizes and range balls. Contact Steve Cosgrove for more information, to play or be a hole sponsor at (214) 298-8755 or via email at [email protected]. It isn’t too early to start planning now. Put together your own foursome and join us for a fun filled afternoon while donating to the Dallas area Crisis Pregnancy Centers. St Mark Golden Treasurers Potluck Dinner Saturday, the 25th of October at 6:30 PM The potluck will be after the 5:30PM Mass in the Community Center #101. Drop off your dish to share in the Community Room #101 between 5 and 5:30 before Mass if you like. We look forward to seeing everyone on the 25th. All are welcome. Please RSVP to Candy Butcher, 214-563-6823 or [email protected]. Also, we will be going to a play at the Bathhouse Theater on Saturday, December 6th. Please contact Maryanne Kaurich at [email protected] or 972-4246188 for tickets. New St. Mark Car Stickers are Now Available! We Care Ministry We are very blessed when we have people in our lives that share our experiences, and listen to our cares and joys. Think for a moment about your life or the life of a relative or acquaintance that is in need of a friend. At St. Mark, We Care! We would like to volunteer to meet and listen to your joys and concerns. Please feel free to reach out to us, or provide an informed referral for a person you know, who would like to have a Friend at St. Mark. Our volunteer group is growing, but we always need new volunteers. So if our Ministry is of interest to you, let us know. Please contact us at [email protected] or 214 914-4670 Only $5 available at the St. Mark parish or school offices. Immigration & Legal ServicesWest Dallas Branch 2843 Lapsley Street, Dallas TX 75212 (214) 217-5600 * By appointment Only M-W & Friday 8am-12noon and 1-4pm Thurs. 8am-12noon and 1-2pm Closed SAT & SUN 7 19 DE OCTUBRE DEL 2014 OCTOBER 19, 2014 AROUND THE DIOCESE ST. MARK COLUMBARIUM: Niches are available. If you would like information or to purchase a niche, please call Cathie Seibold at 972-4235600 ext. 222 to schedule an appointment. Brochures are available in the Narthex. This Sunday is World Mission Sunday! This year we are invited to reach out and help build the Church in Mongolia, the world’s youngest Catholic Church, as well as local churches throughout the Missions, in the most remote areas across our world. Through the work of these churches, and their witness to Christ, the poor receive practical help and experience God’s love and mercy, His hope and peace. Please keep the Missions in your daily prayers. Please come prepared next weekend to give generously in the collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. For more information, please visit www.IAmAMissionary.org COLUMBARIO DE ST. MARK: Los nichos del columbario de la parroquia están en venta. Para más información llame a Cathie Seibold al 972-423-5600. Folletos disponibles en el Narthex. Membership and Registration Updates Have you recently had a new addition (or additions) to your family? Have you recently married or changed your marital status? Have you moved and changed your address and phone number? We'd like to hear from you! It is important to update your membership records at St. Mark. Please email Tania Salamanca at [email protected] or call 972-423-5600 X 258 with any recent changes. You are invited to Jesuit’s annual Admissions Preview Day on Sunday, November 9, from 1–4 PM. The opening session will be held in the Terry Center. Students of all ages and their families are welcome to attend to learn more about all that Jesuit has to offer. No reservations are required. For more information please visit our website at www.jesuitcp.org. St. Vincent de Paul Society SVDP Food Pantry needs the following items : Canned corn, green beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pork and beans, and 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. ST MARK COOKBOOK Do you have an appetizer recipe that your friends beg you to bring to get togethers? A dessert recipe that is divine? A family recipe that you would like to share with your St. Mark family? The Ladies Auxiliary is preparing a tastetempting custom cookbook, featuring favorite recipes from St. Mark parishioners. The cookbook will be professionally published and contain special pages of interest, a table of contents, an index, helpful cooking hints, and recipe category dividers. It is sure to be treasured for years to come. Please submit your favorite recipes so you can be represented in St. Mark’s cookbook. Please include your name, phone number or email address, for any questions, and the recipe title. Only your name will be printed with each recipe. Your help in contributing recipes will ensure that our cookbook will be a success. Recipes may be submitted by emailing them to [email protected], by placing them in an envelope labeled “Ladies Auxiliary Cookbook Recipes” and leaving in the collection basket at church, or mail them to Karen Ouellette, 916 St Mark Drive, Murphy, TX 75094. Here’s your chance to be a part of the first custom cookbook from St Mark parishioners. If you have a vehicle you have been considering donating, please call Charity Motors Car Donation Program and designate the proceeds to ST. MARK CATHOLIC CHURCH. You will receive a tax deduction while helping our church. For information, call 972-242-7489. RECIPE DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1, 2014 8 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Inscripciones para los regalos de Navidad 27 y 28 de Octubre de 9 AM a 12 PM solamente (o hasta que se acaben los números) en la oficina parroquial. Solamente para miembros registrados en la parroquia por más de un año. Angel Tree Sign-Ups for Christmas Gifts October 27 and 28 from 9 AM to 12 noon (or until numbers run out) at the Parish offices. Only for members registered at the parish for more than a year. 9
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