THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF AUSTIN St. 1371 W FM 1644 FRANKLIN, TX 77856 TEL: 979-828-1269

FR. CELSO A. YU, MF THE SANCTUARY LIGHT Pastor 979-224-2373 / [email protected] IS OFFERED

FR. RICHARD DEE DU, MF IN Associate Pastor MEMORY OF 979-436-3042 / [email protected] +TILLIE

DEACON LUIS DORIOCOURT HEDRICK 979-589-2806 / [email protected]

SANDRA MACIAS Secretary Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00p.m. (Office will be closed on Wed. & Fri. this week) [email protected] www.stfrancisofassisiparish.org www.facebook.com/franklincatholic LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS

Saturday, June 7 5:00 PM +Gene Fajkus

Sunday, June 8 PENTECOST Sunday 9:30 AM Missa Pro Populo ______Tuesday, June 10 at 9:30 AM +Tillie Hedrick

Tuesday, June 10 at 10:00 AM-6:00 PM

Wednesday, June 11 at 9:30 AM For All Souls in Purgatory

Thursday, June 12 at 9:30 AM Terrence Moreno

Friday, June 13 at 9:30 AM +Gene Fajkus

Saturday, June 14 at 5:00 PM Missa Pro Populo

Sunday, June 15 at 9:30 AM Terrence Moreno

MINISTERS FOR JUNE 14 AND JUNE 15 YOUR GIFTS TO GOD:

Eucharistic Ministers Saturday: 5:00 PM Bread: Linda Steinheil Cup:Richard Steinheil & Eddie Trevino Sunday: 9:30 AM Cup: Ed Pilger and Marie Gumienny

Altar Servers: Church: $2897.00

Saturday: 5:00 PM Quinn Nguyen and Ellis Trevino Building Fund: $190.00 Sunday: 9:30 AM J.R. and Alex Macias Children’s Donations: $13.25

Commentators/Lectors: Saturday: 5:00 PM Kathy Russell “For it is in giving that we Sunday: 9:30 AM Pat Mackey receive”-St. Francis of Assisi

UPCOMING EVENTS:

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Devotions: -Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesdays from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM All are welcome to spend time with Jesus, present in the Blessed Sacrament. “The grace of adoration of Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament is given to everybody.” (St. Peter Julian Eymard) -First Friday and First Saturday Devotions services at 9:00 AM Confessions: 30 minutes prior to each mass. The Rosary is prayed before each mass. St. Francis of Assisi Gift Station: -If you are looking for a religious article to give as a gift for a baptism, birthday, , confirmation, or other special event, please visit Sandra to see our selection. OPEN DURING OFFICE HOURS. St. Francis of Assisi Library: - The library is located in the cry room and is OPEN ON SUNDAY AFTER MASS or contact Joan Guild. Ladies of St. Francis: -The SONSHINE Committee of St. Francis ministers to the needs of our parishioners when they encounter some of life's challenges such as serious illness or loss of a loved one. If you know of a parishioner going through a difficult time who could be helped by a phone call, visit or a meal, please contact the church secretary, Sandra Macias at 828- 1269 or the Sonshine Committee coordinator, Jayne Longley at 828-9095." Experience Italy: Crossroads of Christendom! -Treat yourself or a loved one to an adventure of a lifetime-a pilgrimage to Italy with a Catholic Bible scholar, historian, and New York Times best-selling author as your guide. Directed by Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio (known as “Dr. Italy” on Catholic radio and TV), the trip departs from JFK airport in New York on September 9, 2014 and returns on September 19, 2014. This trip, with wonderful times of prayer, liturgy & music daily, promises to be a fascinating journey into a deeper life in Christ and richer understanding. For more information online visit www.rometrip.info or call Cyndi from the Crossroads Initiative at 1(800)803.0118 or call Linda Braswell at 828-3588. Act now—the remaining places are going fast! Parish Workday – June 21 -The Knights of Columbus and the Pastoral Council are requesting a few good men and women to join with them to paint the exterior of the Rectory. Repairs were recently made to the roof of the Rectory which required replacement of part of the soffit. It has been primed and now must be repainted, along with the rest of the exterior. Please contact Don Barnett (828-2037) or Jayne Longley (828-9095) if you can participate. Remember, the more volunteers we get, the faster we can complete this project! Teenagers are also welcome! Lunch and drinks will be provided to all volunteers. “May the gracious care of the Lord, our God, be ours“ and may he “Prosper the work of our hands.” (Ps 90:17) Confirmation Classes: -The classes for the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Francis of Assisi will be held on the following dates: June 14 and 28, July 12 and 26, August 9 and 23, and September 6 at 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the parish hall. For more information contact Sandra Macias at the parish office or Mary McNair at 828-4693. KC: - KC 3rd Degree will meet June 12th at Hearne Parish Hall at 7:00pm. We will have Hamburger meal followed by a general meeting, we will be voting in Officers for 2014-2015 year. KC 4th Degree Assy #2041 Meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at St Mary’s Parish Hall in Hearne. Social starts at 6:15pm with a Hamburger meal at 7:00pm followed by a general meeting, we will be voting in Officers for 2014-2015 year.

Book presentation and discussion: - We will be hosting an exciting presentation and discussion of Matthew Kelly's "Seven Pillars of Catholic Spirituality" at the parish hall on Thursday June 12th at 6:30 pm. This program will challenge you to become the best-version-of-yourself, inspire you to live life to the fullest, encourage you to act purposefully and direct you to a deeper conversation with the Creator of the universe. Coffee and light snacks will be served. For more information, contact Benita Ebel at 979-828-3878

Bringing Christ to the Brazos Valley: The Source and Summit of our Catholic faith is Christ truly present in the Most Holy . He is the Bread of Life that feeds us and only He can satisfy the hungry hearts in our families, our community, and our world. You are invited to bring Christ to the Brazos Valley this Feast of Corpus Christi by participating in a Corpus Christi Procession on June 19th. The procession will start at 6:30 pm leaving from and returning to Central Park in College Station. We will carry our Lord through the public streets in a 1 mile loop, stopping for songs and prayers. A trailer will be available for those unable to walk. Children who received their First Communion this year will have a special place in the procession. At the conclusion, there will be time for celebration and fellowship in the park. Join us June 19th as we come together as One Church to adore and glorify Our Lord. VBS SCHEDULE: -Vacation Bible School will take place on July 22 – 25 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for children that have completed Kindergarten – completed 5th grade. The theme for this year is: “Willie’s Redneck Rodeo” If you would like to volunteer please contact Mischelle DeZavala at 412-606-8247