sixth sunday in ordinary time † february 15, 2015
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sixth sunday in ordinary time † february 15, 2015
SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME † FEBRUARY 15, 2015 2926 Beaver Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50310 • 515.255.3162 www.holytrinitydm.org www.htschool.org Parish email: [email protected] • School email: [email protected] WEEKLY THOUGHTS FEBRUARY 15, 2015 2015 Lenten Activities Retreat Opportunities in the Diocese Ash Wednesday Liturgy ‐ February 18th CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY RETREAT CTR 8:30am School Mass 7:00pm Parish Mass LifeShift ‐ March 6‐8, 2015 Stations of the Cross 5:30 pm Fridays • • February 20th & 27th, March 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th 2:15 pm Friday April 3rd (Living Stations of the Cross led by the 3rd grade students) Additional Weekday Mass There will be a Mass at 5:30 pm on the following Tuesdays in Lent: February 24th, March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st A combination of retreat and workshop, this is an opportunity to reflect on your vocational needs and goals. http:/www.centerforlifetransitions.net/ lifeshift/ 8 Day Directed Ignatian Retreat May 28‐ June 6, 2015 Open to all wishing to make the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. [email protected] Individual Directed Retreats Private retreats of any duration are available by request. [email protected] Communal Penance Service THE EMMAUS HOUSE Thursday, March 26th at 7:00 pm Lenten Prayer Journey Fish Dinners • Friday February 20th, 5:00 ‐ 7:00 pm Hosted by Knights of Columbus Friday February 27th, 5:00 ‐ 7:00 pm Hosted by Youth Group Friday March 6th, 5:00 ‐ 7:00 pm Hosted by Knights of Columbus Friday March 27th, 5:00 ‐ 7:00 pm Hosted by Knights of Columbus • • • Baptisms There will be no baptisms (in or outside of Mass) during Lent, unless in the case of emergency February 25 ‐ March 25, 2015 Four Week Ignatian Prayer Experience http://www.emmaushousedm.com/ The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius September ‐ May, 2015 Retreat in Everyday Life: A thirty‐two week program http://www.emmaushousedm.com/ THE ST. THOMAS MORE CENTER Charis Young Adult Retreat A Retreat designed to meet the specific needs of people between twenty and thirty years of age. http://stmcenter.com/ DIOCESAN RETREATS Triduum Holy Thursday, April 2nd 7:00 pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday, April 3rd 7:00 pm Proclamation of the Lord’s Passion / Veneration of the Cross Easter Vigil, April 4th 8:00 pm Easter Vigil service Easter Sunday, April 5th 8:30 am & 10:30 am Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord Awakening A retreat for freshmen and sophomores in high school. Offered regionally or individual parishes. Contact John Gaffney, [email protected] for more information or to schedule a retreat. Radix: February 6‐8 and April 24‐26 For seniors in high school to be rooted & built up in Him, and learn how to survive college with their faith intact. http://www.dmdiocese.org/radix.cfm Diocesan Confirmation Retreat ‐ February 22, 2015 A retreat for youth preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. http://www.dmdiocese.org/emmaus.cfm SPIRITUALITY OF THE READINGS Reading I: Leviticus 13:12, 44-46 Responsorial Psalm 32:12, 5, 11 Reading II: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1 Gospel: Mark 1:40-45 Be Made Clean The liturgical year and the spiritual life coincide. This is a certainty, but how to explain it? Let me say what I understand, since it is the reason I write these reflections each week. (1) The goal of spiritual life is to let oneself be open to the God of all creation. (2) You and I are constructed so that we become completely ourselves when (and only when) we do this explicitly or implicitly. (3) We love and are loved insofar as it takes place. All of this is the "spiritual life," at least in this way of looking at it. Maybe we can think here about number (1) and this week's Gospel. The gospel stories this year are being told by Mark, just as they were told by Matthew last year. Mark’s is the most vivid of the gospels. Even though he is direct and uses few words, still, he has more concrete details about the stories. Last week Jesus did not just “cure” Peter’s mother-in-law, a bland way of putting it, he “grasped her hand, and helped her up.” When Jesus stills the storm at sea, he is not just “in the boat,” according to Mark, he is "at the stern" of it; and he is not just asleep, but asleep “on a cushion.” Mark's approach helps us to get the texture of the story, to listen with our imaginations and let the life of Jesus enter in. We open to the God of all creation as we receive Jesus, the Word of God. We partake of his life in Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the families of… Thomas McAndrews - father of parishioner Mark McAndrews Arlene McDermott - mother of parishioner Mary Sanders; grandmother of Kelly Smith, Erin Grillot and Shannon Sanders … God grant them eternal rest ritual, we recall it in the readings and we receive it as sacrament. Whether we remember it explicitly or not, our goal is to “know him more clearly, love him more dearly, follow him more nearly.” So, as listeners, we begin by quieting down, perhaps admitting how little each of us knows, and then we let Jesus’ life speak to us in the readings. We might notice a few things in this Sunday's Gospel: that the man who walks up to Jesus, covered with scales and scabs, is out of place. As long as the sores are on him we know already that he should “dwell apart, making his abode outside the camp,” according to the explicit instructions of the First Reading. He should be ringing a bell and crying out "Unclean, unclean!" But Jesus does not mind. In Mark's words, Jesus is “moved with pity.” Just three words, but they tell us so much. Then a wonderful statement from the leper. "If you want to, you can make me clean." He has to believe in Jesus' power in order to say such a thing. It is a confession of faith. Jesus answers, “I do want to.” Direct, honest, so revealing of God. The whole life of Jesus seems to consist of this desire to help those who are in trouble, to give to those who have a seed of faith to receive the cure. Finally, in an extraordinary move, Jesus stretches out his hand and touches the man. The ancient belief was that this sickness was communicable, and at the very least it was disgusting. Yet Jesus touches him with care and says, "Be made clean." Let’s pray and ponder in our hearts this wonderful story from Mark (and from Peter?). It tells us about God. Doesn’t it help us open to the God of all creation? Fr. John Foley, S. J. of the Center for Liturgy Image: Christ Heals a Leper Comestor's Bible Historiale, France, 1372 FAITH QUESTIONS? Question for Children: What do you want to ask Jesus to do for you? Question for Youth: How has Jesus touched your life? How are you changed because of that touch? Question for Adults: Name a time when you experienced Jesus’ healing touch. PARISH & DIOCESAN NOTES WONDERFUL WOMEN’S WEEKEND! Are you feeling tired and worn? Do your mind and spirit need a fresh start? Please join us for the Holy Trinity Christ Renews His Parish Women's Retreat on the weekend of February 28 - March 1, 2015! Come just as you are and kick off this new year strengthening your relationship with Jesus and the fellow ladies of your parish! Mark your calendars now because you won’t want to miss this fabulous opportunity to become the beautiful woman you were created to be! “Do not let your adorning be external— the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious.” — 1 Peter 3:34. Questions? Contact Katie Lipovac at: [email protected] Holy Trinity New Members Coffee Save the Date for our next New Member Coffee on Sunday, March 8th after the 10:30 a.m. Mass. Come enjoy coffee & donuts with Father Michael and our Welcome Committee and learn more about our HT Parish. Calling on the Men of Holy Trinity Would you like to give the special woman in your life a gift that keeps on giving in addition to flowers and chocolate? If so, register for and attend the Iowa Catholic Men's Conference on Saturday, March 7. There is something very attractive about a Holy Man. For tickets or questions, call Tim Stacy at 2555287. STEPHEN MINISTRY - Are you ready? Is 2015 the year that you would consider becoming a Stephen Minister? Come visit with some of the Stephen ministers at their booth at the Fish Dinner during Lent. The dates are February 20th & 27th and March 6th & 27th. Think about walking with a fellow parishioner during their time of need. It is one of the most rewarding things that I have ever done in my faith life. For more information contact Helen Roberts in the Parish Office at 515-255-3162. Upcoming Celtic Music Concert On February 21st we present a group of rising stars called “The Outside Track.” This group recently won the Best Group in the Live Ireland award. They will be joined by the Des Moines based Foy School of Dance troupe. Please join us for this exciting show on February 21 in our Parish Hall. Tickets are $ 25.00 in advance at our parish office and $ 30.00 at the door. Thanks as always for supporting our association. A GIANT THANK YOU! Several parishioners recently received prayer shawls that were made with prayer and generously donated by other parishioners. On the recipients' behalf, THANK YOU!!! Everyone was comforted and pleased that someone would be kind and generous enough to make the shawls. So Shawl Makers, please continue your good work, and may God bless you! CAST Dance Cast will hold our monthly dance from 710 PM Saturday February 21, 2015. It will be at Illahee Hills Retirement Residence 8308 Colby Pkwy just south of 86th & Douglas Urbandale, IA 515-251-4604. Admission is Free to new members who join CAST, $5 For members & $10 for non members. BYOB. Please join us as we celebrate the Retirement of Helen Roberts Pastoral Care Minister Sunday, February 22nd, 2015 Reception immediately following 10:30 am Mass in the Parish Hall PARISH & DIOCESAN NOTES Pastoral Care Minister Position Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Des Moines, Iowa seeks a Full-Time Pastoral Care Minister for our parish of 1,100 households. The focus of this ministry is to the elderly, the sick, those in care facilities, the home-bound and to the dying and their families. This position includes supervision, coordination and education of volunteers who share this ministry. Holy Trinity Parish has an active Stephen Ministries program which the Pastoral Care Minister coordinates. Qualifications: Practicing Catholic, degree or experience in nursing, and prior involvement in pastoral care. Driving is required for this position. The Pastoral Care Minister must have a valid driver’s license, an insured vehicle in good working order and a good driving record. In addition, the applicants will undergo background checks and complete diocesan child sexual abuse prevention program. Full job description and required application materials is on our website, www.holytrinitydm.org. Man-Up February: Better Brain, Better Body, Better Soul Our presenter, Randy Kiel, will address society’s obsession with building a better mind and body…. but will take a hard look at what’s most important…. building a better soul and improving our spiritual health. Randy has spoken to Man-Up audiences before and is known for his enthusiasm and spirit. Join us Tuesday, February 17th, St. Anthony Church, Des Moines. AGENDA: 5:00 - Rosary; 5:30 - Mass; 6:15 - Meal and Fellowship; 7:00 - Announcements and Program. Call-515.984.0874 or [email protected] The Word Became Flesh; Praying with The Saint John’s Bible The Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible is coming to Ss. John and Paul Parish, Altoona, for a Lenten Renewal Day on Saturday, February 21, from 9 am-2:30 pm. Presenter Susan Sink will lead a day of prayer and reflection, immersing us in the words and art of this Bible. The day starts with hospitality at 9 am, and includes lunch. There is no cost, but preregistration is required. Visit http:// ssjohnpaul.org/the-word-became-flesh for more information and to preregister, or contact Laurie Delvaux at 515-967-3796. Interested in attending the World Meeting of Families? The diocese has organized two tour groups that will leave from Des Moines, and we hope that you can join us! To find information about our tours visit the diocesan website at www.dmdiocese.org and click on “Year of Marriage and Family”. For more information on the World Meeting of Families visit their website at www.worldmeeting2015.org. Thank you for your interest, we hope to see you in Philadelphia! Father-Daughter Dance Please join us for the Third Annual Father Daughter night for dancing, activities, and craft. It will be held at the Crown Point Community Center in Johnston, Iowa on Saturday, February 21 from 6:30-8:30PM. The cost is $5 per Dad/Daughter(s) plus an appetizer or desert to share. We will continue the tradition of supporting Mary's Meals and will offer an opportunity to make a free will donation. Dress is more formal attire. R.S.V.P. by February 18 to [email protected]. How to be open to the work of the Holy Spirit On behalf of the Des Moines Legatus Chapter, We would like to invite you and your parish community to hear Father Jacques Philippe, a world renowned spiritual guide and author, speak on "How to be open to the work of the Holy Spirit?". Fr. Jacques Philippe will speak on Tuesday, February 17th, 7:30 pm at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 7075 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines. The event is free of charge. Calling All Women!!! Volunteers are needed at The Iowa Catholic Men’s Conference, March 7th, 2015 at St Francis of Assisi Parish, West Des Moines, IA. This is a great Lenten offering to give the gift of your time and we have a time and task that will fit everyone’s schedule. For detailed times and descriptions check out the online sign up at: http://www.signupgenius.com/ go/30e094aacac2ca57-iowa. Questions? Please contact: Danielle Kuhn at [email protected] or 515-490-3599 OR Mary Ann Van Dyke at 515-669-8022 or [email protected]. OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY Congratulations to the following Holy Trinity graduates and parishioners who were named to Dowling Catholic High School’s honor roll for the Fall 2014 semester. We are proud of you! Presidential Honor Roll = 1st Semester GPA of 3.80 And Above Academic Excellence Honor Roll = 1st Semester GPA of 3.6700 Through 3.7999 Academic Honor Roll (Recognition) = 1st Semester GPA of 3.3300 Through 3.6699 Marie Anderson Presidential Katelyn Bailey Presidential David Bailey Presidential Lauren Broderick Presidential Vivian Broderick Presidential Joseph Cacciatore Presidential Adam Chelleen Presidential Tristan Clubb Presidential Kathryn Coleman Presidential Charles Coleman Presidential Jilleen Connolly Presidential Cecilia Cook Presidential Annabelle Costanzo Presidential Michaela Cunningham Presidential Hellen Dang Presidential Peter Dore' Presidential Derek Dreller Presidential Dylan Eastman Presidential Luke Eastman Presidential Carley Farnsworth Presidential Kathleen Fitzsimmons Presidential Aiden Fitzsimmons Presidential Emily Flood Presidential Catherine Freeman Presidential Megan Fritz Presidential Sally Gaul Presidential Susan Gaul Presidential Nicole Getta Presidential Katelynn Giblin Presidential Anne Gradoville Presidential Anna Greenwood Presidential Nicholas Heger Presidential Allison Hellman Mary Henderson Andrea Hoefing Ruby Hotchkiss Jacob Hummel Sarah Johnson Juliette Kennedy Madeline Krumel Ashley Ladd Sadie Lage Sean McKenzie Madeline McLean Morgan Meilander Alexa Merida Seifer Allison Naughton Rebecca Naughton Linh Nguyen Michael Ode Conner O'Toole Cole Patton Kennedy Roberts Juliette Sanders Colette Sheaff Marissa Shetler Peyton Tinker Caitlin Tipping Carolkim Tong Jocelyn Tong Jennifer Vedane Kristopher Weeden Kali Weiss Nautica Whitehead Luke Yacinich Aaron Fritz Respect Life Corner "Compassion for the mother is extremely important, but it is never served through destroying the innocent." Randy Alcorn, Founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Presidential Excellence Eric Hott Excellence Haley Shimon Excellence Alex Spenceri Excellence Nadya Slaybaugh Excellence Alex Svec Excellence Richard TeKippe Excellence Stephania Alphonse Recognition Cole Billings Recognition Sarah Broderick Recognition Sam Coleman Recognition Joseph DeSio Recognition Maxwell Guest Recognition Hannah Huck Recognition William Johnson Recognition Olivia Kennedy Recognition Jaylin Liston Recognition Sarah McKenzie Recognition Benjamin McNeal Recognition Samuel McNeal Recognition Hannah Moomaw Recognition Jason Nguyen Recognition Charles Reding Recognition Benjamin Reding Recognition Nolan Reinhardt Recognition Till Schaeffeler Recognition Elliot Sheaff Recognition Maura Small Recognition Samantha Stolp Recognition Robert VandenBranden Recognition Samuel Volkmer Recognition Kevin Wiggins Recognition Follow Holy Trinity School on Facebook & Twitter facebook.com/htschooldm @htschooldm SAINT OF THE WEEK Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs, d. 1597 During the 1550s, St. Francis Xavier evangelized much of Japan and made hundreds of thousands of converts to Christianity. Some forty years later, one of those, Paul Miki, a Jesuit scholastic studying for the priesthood, and twentyfive others died for their faith at Nagasaki. The group included Jesuit and Franciscan priests, brothers, laymen, a doctor, teachers, a soldier, old people, and young altar servers. Their nationalities included Spaniards, a Mexican, and an Indian, as well as native Japanese. Of this group of twenty-six, Paul Miki became the best known. As he was dying on the cross, Paul, who was native Japanese, preached to the crowds and prayed for his executioners. The Shõgun who had these martyrs killed wished to wipe out Christianity in Japan, calling it a religion brought by foreigners intending to conquer the country. A great show was made of the killing. The victims were maimed and then led, bloodied, through several towns to a hill, known today as Holy Mountain, for their execution. This action was meant to terrorize the people into giving up their Christian faith. When missionaries returned to Japan almost three hundred years later, they initially found no sign of Christianity. After they were established, they found thousands of Christians living around Nagasaki who had secretly preserved their faith, a tribute to the steadfastness of Paul and the others, as well as to St. Francis Xavier. Paul and his companions were beatified within a few years after their deaths, but were finally canonized in 1862. We celebrate the memorial for all of these saints on February 6. Paul's message today: Like many other martyrs, Paul forgave and prayed for his slayers. It is never easy to forgive those who have hurt us in some way, but if Paul could forgive those who killed him, can’t we forgive those who have caused us to suffer in some lesser way? Do you have some family member or close acquaintance who has hurt you? Think about how you can shed this burden by forgiving that person. Musical Dinner Theater In this year of the Family & Marriage, The Wedding at Cana will start in modern day times with a bride and groom at their wedding and then we will soon be taken back to the miracle of Jesus that he performed at Cana. Seating will be limited, so make sure to get your tickets soon. Please contact the church of your choice for prices and tickets. Saturday, February 14th St. Francis of Assisi, WDM, 6:30 PM 223-4577 Friday, February 20th St. Anthony’s, 6:00 PM 244-4709 Saturday, February 21st All Saints, 6:00 PM 265-5001 Sunday, February 22nd St. Pius X, Urbandale, 1:00 PM 276-2059 Saturday, February 28th Christ the King, 6:30 PM 285-2888 Sunday, March 1st St. Augustin, 4:00 PM call Molly: 991-0872 www.catholicdinnertheater.com PARISH AND SCHOOL CALENDAR SUNDAY 02/15 HT School MONDAY 02/16 TUESDAY 02/17 THURSDAY 02/19 NO SCHOOL Conferences/ Conferences/ 8:30 am KC Open Book Fair Book Fair All School 3:30-7:30 pm 3:30-7:30 pm Mass hosted by Conferences/ 8th grade Book Fair 8:00-11:00 am Faith Formation RE FRIDAY 02/20 Women’s Sunday Reading Group 7:30 am DC RCIA 6:30-8:00 pm Men’s Sunday Readings Group 7:30 am Ash Wednesday Masses at 8:30 am & 7:00 pm Boy Scouts Blue & Gold Banquet SATURDAY 02/21 NO SCHOOL KC Open NO Faith Formation/Edge Adult Faith Formation Misc. WEDNESDAY 02/18 Adoration 2:00-10:00 pm Fish Dinner sponsored by the Knights 5:00-7:00 pm Stations of the Cross 5:30 pm Mass and Liturgy Schedule and Intentions Liturgical Ministers and Altar Servers Sunday, February 15th 8:30 am Mass Jane Duffy 10:30 am Mass Holy Trinity Stephen Ministers and Care Receivers Monday, February 16th 8:00 am Mass Communion Service Tuesday, February 17th 8:00 am Mass For the Parish Wednesday, February 18th 8:30 am Mass Laura Lee Goodwin 7:00 pm Mass Mary Grabill Thursday, February 19th 8:00 am Mass Katherine McKinney Friday, February 20th 8:00 am Mass Don Freuh Family Saturday, February 21st 4:30 pm Mass Mabel Schweers February 21st at 4:30 pm Altar Server St. Catherine Team Lectors Chris Lang Richard Brecht EMHC Team 2 Cantors Pella Chamber Choir Organist/Pianist Janice Weast †Give the spiritual gift of a Mass. Offer it for the soul of a loved one or someone special in your life. Contact the Parish Office at 255-3162 to schedule a mass intention Financial Blessings Ending Week of February 1, 2015 Yearly goal (July 14-June 15) Weekly offertory collected Year to date offering $1,010,000 $4,794 $612,280 February 22nd at 8:30 am Altar Server St. Thomas Team Lectors Scott Flood Linda Brice EMHC Team 2 Children’s Liturgy Team B Cantor Barb Cortesio Organist/Pianist Janice Weast February 22nd at 10:30 am Altar Server St. Scholastica Team Lectors Mary Ann Nielsen Margaret Toomey EMHC Team 2 Children’s Liturgy Team 1 Musical Coordinator Jim Shutt CH Church 6N, 6H, 7R, 7P, 8W, 8G Classrooms DC - Day Chapel Gym Gymnasium K - Kitchen MC - Media Center PO - Parish Office Conference Room SR - Social Room SL - Staff Lounge PARISH CONTACTS HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Michael A. Amadeo, Pastor 2926 Beaver Ave Des Moines, Iowa 50310 PARISH OFFICE Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (515) 255‐3162 ext. 1128 SCHOOL OFFICE Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (515) 255‐3162 ext. 1116 Fax: (515) 255‐1381 RELIGIOUS FAITH FORMATION OFFICE (515) 255‐3162 ext. 1124 For a Staff Directory, Calendar, or a List of Ministries and Groups, please go to www.holytrinitydm.org PASTORAL CARE Anointing of the Sick: Contact the Parish Office at 255‐3162. Communion to the Sick: If you are aware of someone who is homebound or in the hospital or nursing home and would like to receive communion, contact Helen at 255‐3162 ext. 2202. Prayer Chain: In the event of a crisis or serious illness of a family member or friend, your party will be included (with their permission) through a phone tree of parishioners who offer prayers daily. BULLETIN ARTICLES Submit no later than noon, Friday (10 days before date of Sunday bulletin). Email: [email protected] Articles will be subject to edit and available space. PARISH REGISTRATION Registration forms are available in the pews, at the Parish Office or call 255‐3162 ext. 1128. SCHOOL REGISTRATION Contact Melissa Heller at 255‐3162 ext. 1115 or email [email protected] MASS TIMES Weekend Saturday: 4:30 pm Sunday: 8:30 am & 10:30 am Weekdays Monday: 8:00 am‐ Communion Service Tuesday/Thursday/Friday: 8:00 am Wednesday: 8:30 am‐All School Mass Adoration Thursday: 2:00 pm‐10:00 pm Reconciliation Saturday: 3:00 pm SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION Baptism: Class is held once a month on a Monday at 7:00 pm. Contact the Parish Office to register. Matrimony: Contact the Parish Office at least 6 months prior to the wedding date. RCIA: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process adults go through to come into full communion with the Catholic Church., contact Jim Wilwerding at 771‐1847 or [email protected] FACILITIES SCHEDULING & RENTAL Parishioners may call Andy Negrete at 255‐3162 ext. 1129 for more information. Advertiser of the Week: Holy Trinity Bulletin printed by To advertise your business, please contact Andy Negrete in the Parish Office 255-3162 ext. 1129 or [email protected]