Our Lady of Las Vegas ROMAN - Faith, Family, Friends -

3050 ALTA DRIVE  LAS VEGAS, NV 89107 Parish Office: 702-802-2300 Fax: 702-802-2301 Website: www.ollvchurch.org Email: [email protected] Parish App: myparishapp.com PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (Closed for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm) OLLV School: 702-802-2323

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PASTORAL STAFF LIFE TEEN FIRST FRIDAY Served by Society of Christ Fathers Marc Sayre: [email protected] 7:30am: Sacrament of Reconciliation Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor 8:00am: Mass (Eng.) / Adoration to follow Rev. Tomasz Ludwicki, SChr, MASS TIMES 6:00pm: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet Parochial Vicar Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm 6:15pm: Sacrament of Reconciliation

Dave Kowaleski, Director of Music Sunday: 6:30am, 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 7:00pm: Mass (Eng.) / Holy Hour to follow

1:30pm Polish, 5:00pm, 6:30pm with Tagalog music FIRST SATURDAY FAITH FORMATION 8:00am: Mass (Eng.) Religious Education & Confirmation Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am Liz Williams: 702-802-2362 (Rosary before Mass at 7:25am) DEVOTIONS [email protected] Civic & Holiday: Refer to parish bulletin St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to parish the 8:00am Mass RCIA bulletin Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Every

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults RECONCILIATION Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300 (Confession) [email protected] Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm This is the Third Sunday of Easter. Throughout the 50 days of the Easter season the Church has two main objectives. The first is to help the faithful realize that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who was crucified and died, truly rose from the dead. The second objective is to unfold for us the mission and growth of the early Church as it is recorded in the Book of the Acts of the Apostles.

On Easter Sunday we joined Peter, John and Mary Magdalene wondering at the empty tomb. On the Second Sunday of Easter, the mystery of the empty tomb was solved. Jesus presented Himself to His disciples and showed them the wounds on his hands and side. On this Third Sunday of Easter, Jesus reinforces the reality of the resurrection by taking something to eat so that His disciples might know that He is not an apparition or a ghost, but that He is really present in flesh and blood. Jesus then reminds His disciples of the Sacred Scripture passages written about Him and how everything written in the Law of Moses, the prophets and Psalms had to be fulfilled. He then opened their minds and hearts to their understanding. “Thus it is written,” Jesus said, “that the Christ would suffer and rise from the dead on the third day. Repentance and forgiveness of sins would be preached in His name to all the nations, beginning from Jerusalem.”

Seeing Jesus solidified the faith of the disciples and filled them with hope. It is the testimony of the Apostles and their witness to Jesus that caused many to become believers. The Gospel began to spread like wildfire. It is because of the witness of these same Apostles that all of us are believers today. Accepting their testimony, passed down through the ages, has enabled us to embrace our Christian faith.

The Filipino Community of our parish invites everyone to participate in the celebration observing the 6th anniversary of the canonization of San Pedro Calungsod, the second canonized saint of the Philippines. This anniversary celebration began this passed Thursday, April 12 and continues each day this week through next Saturday, April 21. Please see page 5 of the bulletin for the entire schedule of the novena of masses. Everyone is invited to join in the celebration.

Unity in His Church and among His people is what Jesus so earnestly desired. Unfortunately, divisions in the Church have occurred over its 2000-year history. Many issues, such as the understanding of the sacraments, the Blessed Mother, the Saints, and the Holy Father have been the underlying reasons for the disagreements and division. Instead of Christians being united, they are, unfortunately, divided. We see this in the various denominations of Christian churches today, which are separated from the Roman Catholic Church.

Unfortunately, there are also churches today, which call themselves “Catholic”, but are not in line with the Holy Father and are separated from the Roman Catholic Church. These are called schismatic churches and there are eight of them here in Las Vegas:

Our Lady of Victory – E. Windmill Lane St. Thomas – Smoke Ranch Rd St. Joseph’s – N. 9th Street St. Valentine – Cascade Valley Court St. Martin of Tours – S. Jones St. Paul’s – Galleria Drive Iglesia de Cristo Rey – E. Lake Mead St. Barnabas the Apostle – W. Craig Road

Please know that these churches are NOT Roman Catholic churches even though they call themselves “Catholic”. The reception of “sacraments” and “mass” attendance at these establishments are not valid and does not fulfill your Sunday obligation.

Fr. Gerry

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MASS INTENTIONS TODAY’S READINGS

Saturday, April 14 - Easter Weekday First Reading — The God of our fathers has glorified his 3:30pm: Confessions servant Jesus (Acts 3:13-15, 17-19). 4:30pm: For the Intentions of Sierra Leone Sanchez Psalm — Lord, let your face shine on us (Psalm 4). Sunday, April 15 - Third Sunday of Easter Second Reading — The way we may be sure that we 6:30am: † Bill Cobbett know Jesus is to keep his commandments 8:00am: †Macaria Baunseit 10:00am: For the Intentions of the Monaco Family; (1 John 2:1-5a). †Christie Fedarko Gospel — Jesus stood in their midst and said to them, 12:00pm: †Dorothy Trupiano; †Crisanto Gaa, Sr. “Peace be with you” (Luke 24:35-48). 1:30pm: (Polish) †Terry Parsons The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, 5:00pm: †David Woodley International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. 6:30pm: OLLV Parishioners; †Manuel Cristobal

Monday, April 16 - Easter Weekday 8:00am: †Armando Manzano; ††Timoteo Pineda Sr. & Arab Pineda READINGS FOR THE WEEK Tuesday, April 17 - Easter Weekday 8:00am: †Lonnie Stephens; Monday: Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; For the Intentions of Arlene Medrano Jn 6:22-29 Wednesday, April 18 - Easter Weekday Tuesday: Acts 7:51 — 8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 8:00am: For the Intentions of Margo Turner; 17, 21ab; Jn 6:30-35 †Conrado Ong Wednesday: Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a; Jn 6:35-40 9:15am: (School) †Jeanette Barbagallo Thursday: Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Thursday, April 19 - Easter Weekday Jn 6:44-51 8:00am: †Susan Weselnick Friday: Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 6:52-59 Friday, April 20 - Easter Weekday Saturday: Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; Jn 6:60-69 8:00am: †George Kielak Sunday: Acts 4:8-12; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29; Saturday, April 21 - Easter Weekday; Saint Anselm 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18 3:30pm: Confessions 4:30pm: For the Intentions of Virginia & Mathew del Rosario

Sunday, April 22 - Fourth Sunday of Easter 6:30am: †Harry Leasure Catholic Mass for the Homebound - The Diocese offers a 8:00am: †Asa Lawson Jr. televised Mass for the home-bound each Sunday at 7:30am on KFBT 10:00am: †Maria Emilia Guenechea; †Sherry Whitney Channel 33.1 Digital or Cox Cable Channel 6.

12:00pm: †Cecilia Largado; †Lourdes Martinez Relevant Radio - Now in Las Vegas, you can listen to Catholic 1:30pm: (Polish) For the Parishioners of OLLV radio 24-hours a day by tuning your radio to 970am / KNIH. 5:00pm: †Brandon Reis 6:30pm: For the Intentions of Christopher and Estela

Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship OLLV PARISH APP APRIL 15 - 21, 2018 This week the Sanctuary Lamp is in memory of CHARLENE BLUM Text App to phone number 88202, Sponsored by Darel Blum or visit myparishapp.com to download. Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father APRIL 2018 For Those who have Responsibility in Economic Matters: That economists may have the courage to THE - The seat of the central reject any economy of exclusion and know how to administration of the worldwide Catholic Church; open new paths. the name is taken from the seat or diocese of the Pope, Bishop of Rome and successor of St. Peter as REMINDER - Do not leave your purse or Vicar of Christ and pastor of the universal Church. valuables in your vehicle or in the pews. — Catechism of the Catholic Church (cf. 882) A 15, 2018 T S E - 3

CSA UPDATE as of MARCH 31, 2018 Sunday Offering Totals 2018 CSA GOAL $131,398.00 APRIL 8, 2018 Total Received $ 48,541.05 First Collection $14,812.00 Total Needed to Reach Goal $ 82,856.95 Catholic Education $ 3,395.00

Parish Building Maintenance $ 392.00

Thank you for your continued support! Green CSA Envelope The green CSA envelopes that are being mailed to our registered Knights of Columbus parishioners, along with the regular IN SERVICE TO ONE - IN SERVICE TO ALL offertory envelopes, are to be used St. Jude Council 9102 by those parishioners who have not pledged a donation amount through the Diocese.

Pancake Breakfast If you have already filled out a CSA pledge card and mailed it to the This Sunday, April 15 Diocese, you have completed your CSA obligation. Use the green After the 8:00am & 10:00am Masses envelope only if you have not completed a pledge card and would In Bevan Hall’s Gym like to donate to the CSA program on a periodic basis. Adults: $7 Children (5-12yrs): $4 Regular or blueberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns & fellowship! Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Divine Mercy Prayer Group Worship  Songs of Praise  Fellowship

2017 DONATION RECEIPT MONDAY, APRIL 16 The Parish Office is now accepting receipt requests for 6:30pm - 8:30pm donations made by registered parishioners in 2017. in Bevan Hall’s Kenny Room Please complete the form below and place it in the For more information, contact: collection basket during Mass, drop it off at the parish Mary Diluciano at 702-485-9067 office, mail it or you can go to the parish website www.ollvchurch.org and click the Donation Receipt button. Requests cannot be made over the phone.

2017 Request for Donation Receipt SUNDAY, APRIL 29 at 2:30pm

in Bevan Hall’s Gym Poems and songs by the children from Today’s Date Saint John Paul II Polish School in

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6th Anniversary of the Feast of San Pedro Calungsod

Remaining Novena Mass Schedule - Our Lady of Las Vegas Roman Catholic Church - SUNDAY, APRIL 15 Novena: 6:00pm Mass: 6:30pm (Church)

MONDAY, APRIL 16 Are you hungry for Jesus? Fr. Tom invites you to attend the Novena: 5:30pm Mass: 6:00pm (Church) SCHOOL of PRAYER TUESDAY, APRIL 17 Novena: 5:30pm Mass: 6:00pm (Church) Tuesdays at 6:30pm WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 Novena: 5:30pm Mass: 6:00pm (School Chapel) in the Welcome Room of Our Lady of Las Vegas Church THURSDAY, APRIL 19 Novena: 5:30pm Mass: 6:00pm (Church) April 17 - May 29 FRIDAY, APRIL 20 The classes will be composed of two parts: Catechizing and Novena: 5:30pm Mass: 6:00pm (Church) prayer practice; all in 90 minutes. In the second semester, SATURDAY, APRIL 21 we will try to delve deeper into the prayer process. No Procession: 6:00pm Mass: 6:30pm pre-enrollment needed. Please bring your personal bible to the classes for reference. Potluck Reception to Follow in Bevan Hall’s Gym Please Bring a Dish to Share

Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Divine Mercy Prayer Group Baby Bottle Campaign Worship  Songs of Praise  Fellowship

By filling a bottle you are helping to meet the spiritual MONDAY, APRIL 16 and physical needs of a family in a crisis pregnancy. 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Pick up your bottle on: April 14 or 15 in Bevan Hall’s Kenny Room For more information, contact: Bottles will be collected on: May 5 & 6 Mary Diluciano at 702-485-9067 There will be receptacle in the vestibule of the church to drop off your filled baby bottles.

Your participation will save a life!

The following was recently baptized into our faith:

ROBERT CHUNGHIH KIM

PLEASE PRAY for THOSE WHO ARE ILL If you have the sick person’s permission, you may request that their name be printed in the bulletin for prayers. This is strictly for the sick only. Their name will remain for four consecutive Sundays.

John McCauley 04/22 Bill Mitchell 04/22 Trish Betwinski 05/06 Jace Talbot 05/06 Linda McCauley 04/22 Anne Carey 04/22 Doran Family 05/06 Debbie Ingram 05/06 Jayne McCauley 04/22 Mark & Ryan Gorman & Fam. 04/22 Nancy Steiner 05/06 Ashley Wheeler 05/06 Rosalie Cusimano 04/22 Jason & Sophia Ludwicki 04/22 Ronald & Kathy Izydor 05/06 John Slusarczyk 05/06 Rebecca Chambers 04/22 Shannon Boyd 04/22 Rosa Soto Sanchez 05/06 Steve Grant 04/22 Sara Ayoub 04/22 Vester & Mary Shultz 05/06 Jamie Kimball 04/22 Pat Webb 04/22 Kay, Mary & Doug Schmitz 05/06 Ken & Charlotte Kimball 04/22 Truth Thayer 04/22 John Blas 05/06 Margo Turner 04/22 Cheryl Ventenilla 05/06 Jean Hill 05/06

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Sponsored by Benefiting Knights of Columbus’ Our Lady of Las Vegas Roman Catholic Church Homeless Outreach Program Friday, April 27, 2018 7:00pm FREE SPECTATOR ADMISSION Saturday, April 21 at 10:00am Our Lady of Las Vegas Roman Catholic Church 3050 Alta Drive | Las Vegas, NV 89107 at Our Lady of Las Vegas Food | Vendors | Car Trophies In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room Raffle Every Hour | Kids Play Area Cash Payouts & Prizes Pre-registered Vehicle Entry: $20 At the Gate Vehicle Entry: $25 Snacks & Drinks

Car Clubs Welcome - Classic & Modern $20.00 buy-in

To register, become a vendor or Must be 21 or Over to Attend for more information, contact Tom Villardi at 562-569-2754 or [email protected] All Proceeds to Support Our Lady of Las Vegas School Sponsored by:

THURSDAY, APRIL 26 Did you know that the Dominicans have a Third 7:00PM Order too?! Known as St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Tertiaries, these followers of 1811 Pueblo Vista Dr. | Las Vegas, 89128 St. Dominic strive to grow in In the Parish Hall spirituality by showing their love All parishioners are invited to attend the quarterly meeting. Bring your questions and serve to their parish family and ideas...let your voice be heard. and the community at large. Through prayer and

For additional information, and to RSVP, please contact study they are able to grow in the ways of [email protected] or call 702-212-6472. St. Dominic, St. Thomas and St. Catherine of Siena. Come and learn more about the Lay Order of Preachers. The group meets once a month at UNLV at the Newman Center. Our next meeting is April 28 at 9:00am (Next Chapter meeting is May 19). Fr. Daniel Roland, OP is the Spiritual Director of this group of Lay Dominicans. If you would like more information on the Lay Order of Preachers of how you can join, please visit http://bartololongo.org.

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Parish Manager: Julia Dodson Bulletin Editor/Registrations/Gift Shop: Cindy Almeida Business Manager: Georgia Charles Maintenance: Rose Torchio, Joel Mondragon Office Assistant: Joseph Dodson Finance Assistant: Susie Johnson

SACRAMENTAL MINISTRIES ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you are in need of anointing, Anointing of the Sick: Call the Parish Office 802-2300 even if you are homebound or hospitalized, contact the parish Baptisms: Parish Office 802-2300 office at 802-2300. In an emergency situation when the office is closed, you will be directed to the emergency extension. Funerals: Parish Office 802-2300 Weddings: Julia 802-2300 BAPTISMS: Baptisms are usually held on the second and fourth

Saturday of each month. Parents must be registered, active FAITH FORMATION parishioners at a parish for at least 3 months. Parents and Godparents must attend a baptism class (OLLV’s class is usually Religious Education & Confirmation: Liz Williams the second Thursday of each month). Once these requirements 802-2362 or [email protected] are met, you may then make an appointment with our Sacramental Administrator at 802-2300. RCIA: Julia Dodson 802-2300 or [email protected] LifeTeen: Marc Sayre [email protected] HOLY COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND: If you are homebound or in a hospital and would like to receive holy communion, please contact the parish office 802-2300. LITURGICAL MINISTRIES

• FOOD & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Through the Altar Servers: Christian Castro 702-403-9905 generosity of our parishioners, OLLV is able to help Catholic [email protected] Charities of Southern Nevada in providing assistance to needy • Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion families. Please contact Catholic Charities at 385-2662. (EOM): Cynthia (Stockwell) Pawl 858-2011 • Homebound Ministry: Patti Brandeburg FUNERALS: Please call the parish office at 802-2300. If you have already made arrangements with a funeral director, a staff 802-2300 (parish office) member will coordinate with them to meet your needs. • Lectors: Cynthia (Stockwell) Pawl 858-2011 • Music Director: David Kowaleski 245-6159 MARRIAGE: At least one party must be a registered active • Pro-Life Ministry: Celia Ryba 702-259-6696 or parishioner of a parish for at least 6 months before an [email protected] appointment can be made with our Sacramental Administrator, • 802-2300. Please contact the parish office as soon as possible as Sacristans: Terresa Gonzales 373-8493 at least 6 months is necessary to fulfill the marriage preparation • Ushers: Brian Schmidt 802-2300 (parish office) requirements.

ORGANIZATIONS MASS INTENTIONS: Mass intention requests are scheduled through the parish office during office hours. If a specific date is • Knights of Columbus: A non-parish organization that desired, please schedule as far in advance as possible.

provides service opportunities to the Catholic Church. PARISH REGISTRATION: Regardless of where you live, if Contact: Tom Villardi, Grand Knight 562-569-2754 you would like to join our parish, please register at the parish • OLLV San Pedro Calungsod Alliance for Lay Adults office. You may also request a parish registration form by calling for the Youth: Rey Espina, President 702-595-5988 the office at 802-2300 during regular business hours, email • Society of St. Mary: A group of dedicated men, has [email protected] or go to our on-line registration at been committed to the needs of the children & www.ollvchurch.org.

parishioners of OLLV. Contact: Joe Peña, President **In order that we may better serve you, please use your parish 702-338-7714 or [email protected] envelopes. This way you are known to us when requesting the • Polish School & Dance: Elizabeth Youngman services of the church. Please be aware that active registration is 702-232-4488 a requirement for many parish programs. • Women’s Guild: Jessica Paxton, President PRAYER LIST: If you know someone who is ill or in need of 310-989-5842 special prayers (not deceased), please contact the parish office at 802-2300 or email to [email protected].

DIOCESAN ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES

Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada: 702-385-2662 St. Therese Center HIV Outreach: 702-564-4224 Protecting God’s Children & Victim Assistance: Office of Victim’s Assistance - Help is available to Contact Ron Vallance 702-235-7723 you or anyone who has been abused or victimized by Vocations: Office of Vocations 702-735-3500 someone representing the Roman Catholic Church. Women’s Resource: 702-366-1247 Contact the Victim Assistance Coordinator at 702-235-7723. A 15, 2018 T S E - 7

Coordinator: Liz Williams 3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107 Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: [email protected]

Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm; Tuesday 1:00pm - 2:30pm; Friday CLOSED

All Religious Education & Confirmation classes are held on the OLLV School Campus. Contact the Religious Education & Confirmation Office if you have any questions regarding these programs.

A full schedule can be found at www.ollvchurch.org | Click on Faith Formation | Click on Documents RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONFIRMATION - I Wednesday, April 18 Sunday, April 15 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm Pancake Breakfast - Classroom 16 Confessions for all students receiving First Holy Communion Be in Bevan Hall by 7:00am Wednesday, April 25 Sunday, May 6 Last Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm Pancake Breakfast - Classroom 17 Be in Bevan Hall by 7:00am Wednesday, May 2 Wednesday, May 9 5:45pm - 7:15pm Class: 5:45pm - 7:45pm Practice in the Church for First Holy Communion Wednesday, May 9 5:45pm - 7:15pm Practice in the Church for First Holy Communion SATURDAY, MAY 12 FIRST HOLY COMMUNION MASS Mass: 10am Students need to be in Bevan Hall by: 8:45am

BELIEVING IN JESUS CHRIST

Throughout the Easter season, all three of the Sunday readings are taken from the New Testament—the Christian scriptures. Together they explore what it means to believe in Jesus as the Christ, the One who fulfilled the prophecies of the Jewish scriptures.

Today’s selections refer to our human weakness, yet they emphasize the forgiveness and peace that are available to those who put their faith in “Jesus Christ the righteous one” (1 John 2:2). In the Acts of the Apostles Peter invites everyone to “repent, therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be wiped away” (Acts 3:19). The First Letter of John calls Jesus Christ “expiation for our sins” (1 John 2:2). Finally, in the Gospel Jesus greets the disciples with “Peace” and urges them to preach “repentance, for the forgiveness of sins” (Luke 24:47). — Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION There are many ways in which religious communities are organized. Some have a central authority in a congregation, and others have a “rule” that is shared by all the members, but are a kind of federation of independent houses. Sometimes, congregations with distinct histories and ministries decide to merge. Several years ago, one of the largest mergers on record took place. Seven independent congregations of Dominican women religious, most in the Midwest, are now one new congregation enfolding more than seven hundred members spanning thirty-six states. The oldest of the founding groups, the so-called “Kentucky Dominicans,” began as a frontier community in 1822. Other communities have European roots. To get to this historic moment, the sisters spent many years in conversation, and approved the new structure by a two-thirds majority vote. This was then ratified by the Holy See. The merger allows the sisters to pool their resources in order to be more effective in ministry. They are living the Paschal Mystery, experiencing Christ’s dying and rising in an inspiring way. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School 3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107 Phone: 702-802-2323 Fax: 702-802-2324 School Website: www.ollvschool.org Principal: Phyllis Joyce Vice-Principal: Monica Futryk

Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School prepares students to become Catholic leaders of the 21st Century. Find out more about our wonderful faith formation, academic excellence and progressive learning opportunities.

PROGRAM: Fully Accredited, Pre-K - 8th Grade, Student Centered, Technology Driven, Family Oriented, Community Focused, Globally Engaged

CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT: School Masses, Sports Programs, Leadership Opportunities, Community Service, Visual Arts, Children’s Choir, Band & Orchestra, Field Trips, Science Fair, Chess Club

SERVICES: Chapel on School Grounds, Bevan Hall, Before & After-School Care, Hot Lunch, Student Success Teams, Sports Field & Gymnasium, Science Lab, Two Technology Labs, Library, Daily Broadcast, Flat Screen TV & Interactive White-Boards in each classroom

Monday, April 16 • Soccer JGame @ SFDS Tuesday, April 17 • No Special Events

Wednesday, April 18 • School Mass: 9:15am • Junior Varsity & Varsity Championship Games @ SFDS Thursday, April 19 • Track and Field @ BGHS Friday, April 20 • Jesus Day

The school is collecting Box Tops for Education. You may bring them to the School Office or put them in the collection basket during the weekend’s Mass.

PARKING LOT SAFETY - The parish and school staff would like to emphasize that SAFETY is always a top priority. Please be mindful of your speed and parking lot courtesy when entering and exiting. We strive to avoid safety hazards to our students, parents, parishioners and staff. Thank you.

OLLV Life Teen - 6:15pm - 7:45pm For more information contact Marc Sayre: [email protected]

Sunday, April 15 Life Night Sunday, April 22 Life Night Sunday, April 29 Social Night in Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room Sunday, May 6 Life Night Sunday, May 13 MOTHER’s DAY - No Life Teen

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Next Sunday, April 22, 2018

For all Catholics: 1. Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life. Jesus says in Matthew 9:38 “to beg the master of the harvest to send laborers into the vineyard.” If we want more priests, sisters and brothers, we all need to ask.

2. Teach young people how to pray. Pope Benedict XVI said that unless we teach our youth how to pray, they will never hear God calling them into a deeper relationship with Him and into the discipleship of the Church.

3. Invite active young adults and teens to consider a vocation to the priesthood or consecrated life. A simple, sincere comment should not be underestimated. An easy way to do this can be remembered by four letters: ICNU. “John, I see in you (ICNU) the qualities that would make a good priest, and I want to encourage you to pray about it.” It is a non-invasive way to encourage openness to a religious vocation.

For those considering a vocation: 4. Practice the faith. We all need to be reminded that the whole point of our lives is to grow in a deep, intimate and loving relationship with God. This is the first step for any young person desiring to discern any call in life.

5. Enter into the Silence. Silence is key to sanity and wholeness. We can only “hear” the voice of God if we are quiet. Take out the ear buds of your iPhone, iPod, and iTunes and listen to God, the great I AM. Young people should try to spend 15 minutes of quiet prayer each day – this is where you can begin to receive clear direction in your lives.

6. Ask God. Ask God what He wants for your life and know He only wants what is good for you. If, in fact, you are called to the priesthood or consecrated life, it will be the path to great joy and contentment.

7. In the immortal words of a famous sneaker manufacturer: “Just do it!” If you feel that God is inviting you to “try it out,” apply to the seminary or religious order. Remember, the seminary or convent is a place of discernment. You will not be ordained or asked to profess vows for many years, providing ample opportunity to explore the possibility of a call to priesthood or religious life.

God our Father,

We thank you for calling men and women to serve in your Son’s Kingdom as priests, , and consecrated persons.

Send your Holy Spirit to help others to respond generously and courageously to your call. May our community of faith support vocations of sacrificial love in our youth and young adults.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

For more information on Vocations, please visit: http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/vocations/world-day-of-prayer-for-vocations.cfm

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