August 16, 2015 - St. Mark the Evangelist

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
PARISH MANAGER: Melissa Humason • PASTOR’S ASSISTANT/OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold • SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Linda Sartor
ASSISTANT TO PAROCHIAL VICAR: Veronica Fonseca • CONTRIBUTIONS & REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard
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
Altar Servers: Kathi & Parker Thompson 972-965-0563
Christ Renews His Parish: 972-424-5794
Communion to Home Bound: Parish Office 972-423-5600
Communion Ministers: Mary Jane Heiting 972-664-0188
Compassionate Ministry: 972-424-5794
ENDOW: Family & Adult Ministry 972-424-5794
Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Keenan 972-596-8550
Fuente de Vida: Pedro García 214-536-4039
Liturgy Coordinator: Marilou Hernandez 972-985-0732
Lectors: Jack Carlisle 972-549-0740
Habitat for Humanity: Frank J. McElligott 972-867-8516
Military Support Group: Andy & Ellen Ray 972-345-4336
Mom’s Group: Kristin Hyman 314-601-2934
Mujer a Mujer: Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538
Nursery Coordinator: Erin Minor 469-585-6215
Pastoral Council: Julius Chambers 972-881-7015
Pro-Life: JoAnn Murray 972-442-1127
Provida Ministry: Silvia Caballero 972-916-8345
Renovación Carismática Católica: Evelyn Colón 214-636-0282
Rosario Biblico: Olivia Rojas 972-985-0051
Rosario Tradicional: Pilar de la Torre 214-745-9831
Rosary Group: Lore Profaizer 972-424-7326
Rosary Makers: Margaret Woollett 214-808-8277
Ushers: Sandy Ptacek 972-424-6507
We Care Ministry: Martha Bernatis 214-914-4670
Women of St. Mark: Linda Sartor 972-965-2159
American Heritage Girls: Elizabeth Muzyka 469-855-2001
Boy Scouts: Joe Schichl 469-463-7959
Catholic Daughters: 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: Araceli & Raul Ramirez 972-662-7708
Homeschooling: Janet Moos 972-213-6437
St. Mark Home & School Assn: Ashley Ternan 214-502-1217
St. Mark School Advisory Council: 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. Edwin Leonard (214-379-2860)
BAUTISMO: Para niños menores de 7 años las pláticas pre-bautismales son el 3er sábado de cada mes. Es requisito inscribirse en la oficina del
Ministerio de Familias y Adultos. Los bautizos son el 2º y 4º sábado del mes. Para niños de 7 años o mayores llame a la oficina de Formación de Fe.
CONFESIONES: Viernes a las 4:30-5:15PM y sábados: 3:30-5PM.
MATRIMONIO: Favor de llamar a la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos para hacer una cita. Se requieren 6 meses de anticipación.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: 1° y 3er sábado del mes en la Misa de las 8AM en Ingles, último miércoles del mes en la misa de las 7:30PM en
español o llame a la oficina. ORDENES SAGRADAS y LA VIDA CONSAGRADA: Llame al P. Edwin Leonard (214-379-2860)
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DE AGOSTO DEL
2015
AUGUST 16, 2015
MASS INTENTIONS &
DAILY BIBLE READINGS
STEWARDSHIP
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Even though we are told that if we seek the Lord, we shall not
want, in the second reading St. Paul reminds us that, thus
blessed by the Lord, the good steward should “give thanks to
God the Father always and for everything in the name of our
Lord Jesus Christ.”
8:00 AM  Nabeel Elissa
5:30 PM  Carmen Villegas
7:00 PM
Javier Fonseca
Saturday - Sábado (8/15)
Sunday - Domingo (8/16)
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Prv 9:1-6
Ps 34
Eph 5:15-20
Jn 6:51-58
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
4:30 PM
6:00 PM
 Mary & James Eck Sr.
Lilyana Widjaja
People of St. Mark
 Ramiro Romero
 Aminta Prieto
Christopher Brown
 Mr. & Mrs. Calleia
 Dominic Lai
Monday - Lunes (8/17)
Jgs 2:11-19; Ps 106; Mt 19:16-22
6:30 AM  Anna Ngoc Phan
8:30 AM
Khiem Nguyen
Tuesday - Martes (8/18)
Jgs 6:11-24a; Ps 85; Mt 19:23-30
6:30 AM  Suzanne O’Brien
8:30 AM  Dominic Lai
Sissy Manley is the winner of
the children’s stewardship envelopes.
Do you have old photos or newspaper clippings
about St. Mark? Please share them with us so
we can include them in our 50th anniversary
materials.
E-mail them to [email protected] or
bring them by the parish office.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Wednesday - Miércoles (8/19)
St John Eudes, Priest
Jgs 9:6-15; Ps 21; Mt 20:1-16
6:30 AM  Mr. & Mrs. Muscat
8:30 AM  Frank Van Horn
7:30 PM  Maria Ruiz
Thursday - Jueves (8/20)
St Bernard
Jgs 11:29-39a; Ps 40; Mt 22:1-14
6:30 AM  Kathe Anne Rybicki
8:30 AM
McLauren Family
Friday - Viernes (8/21)
St Pius X, Pope
Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22; Ps 146;
Mt 22: 34-40
6:30 AM  Anna Ngoc Phan
8:30 AM
Nga Phan
5:30 PM
PatKane Gloeckner
Saturday - Sábado (8/22)
The Queenship of the Blessed
Virgin Mary
Ru 2:1-3, 8-11, 4:13-17; Ps 128;
Mt 23:1-12
8:00 AM  Hung Le
5:30 PM  Florence Trenkle
7:00 PM
Kathy Black
PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN
St. Mark the
Evangelist
Family of Faith
Thursday, September 3 at 6PM
McGivney Hall
New and Retraining
New Members,
We welcome you to share our life, worship and
mission. Register online at stmarkplano.org or
ask an usher for a registration form.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
SVDP Food Pantry is in need of the following items :
Mac and Cheese, Spaghetti, Spaghetti Sauce,
Boxed/bagged pasta, canned tuna
Place items in donation box located in the Narthex.
Pick up of large items can be arranged by calling SVDP
at 972-423-1877
PRAY FOR THE SICK AND SUFFERING OF OUR PARISH
OREMOS POR LOS ENFEMOS DE LA PARROQUIA
Please call the Parish Office to add or remove someone from
the list. Names will be listed for four weeks.
Josefina Aguilar; Judy Ahr; Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Carmen Arias;
Elvia Arias; Evelia Arias; Maria B. Bustelo; Michael Coleman; Erika
Duran; Joan Eddy; Barbara Harrison; Roger Harvey; Elvia Ibarra;
John Kearney; Shane Kearney; Dale Koehn; Paul Krusac; Ellie
Leonard; Millie Leonard; Bob Martin; Myrna Martinez; Ann
Myers; Bibi Philips; Edward Phillips; Helda Picon; Marcia Pulliam;
Joan Rivera; Eduardo Rodriguez; Patricia Rodriguez; Larry Skinner; Stephanie Statton; Lucille Steckler; Jeanette Sullivan; Mark
Weiler
Farewell Deacon
Juan Jorge!
We Thank you for your service to the
St. Mark Community and wish you the
best in your new assignment at St.
Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
in McKinney.
¡Adiós Diacono Juan Jorge!
Le damos las gracias por su servicio a
la comunidad de St. Mark y le deseamos lo mejor en su nuevo puesto en
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic
Church en McKinney.
Altar Flower Honorariums
If you would like to dedicate the weekend flowers
for a special intention, please contact the Parish
Office at 972-423-5600.
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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
We meet in the Upper Room the 1st and 3rd
Thursdays of every month for speakers,
discussion, activities, prayer, and downtime.
Child care provided with a reservation!
Assembly 2266
Several people have asked about the size of the Knights of Columbus
and about the locations of our Councils and Assemblies. The Knights are
the world’s largest Catholic men’s organization with over 2.0 million
members. We have Councils and Assemblies located in North, Central
and South America, the Philippines, Poland, the Ukraine, Lithuania, and
South Korea. There are other Councils and Assemblies located on
United States territories such as Guam and Puerto Rico and on U.S.
military installations in other countries. It should be noted that Texas is
the largest jurisdiction in the world with over 100,000 members now that
the Philippines were divided into more than one jurisdiction by the Supreme Office.
The requirements for joining the Knights of Columbus include having
attained the age of 18, being a practicing Catholic (ability to receive the
sacraments), not belong to the Masons and not be a convicted felon
unless you have completed your sentence and parole requirements.
Our Council here at St. Mark includes approximately 325 members.
For more information regarding the Knights, please contact one of our
membership directors, Armando Guerra at 214-272-3537 or Paul Krusac
at 972-516-0659 or our Grand Knight, John Vasquez at 214-394-7106 or
visit our website, www.kofc-6065.org. The website for the Knights of
Columbus Supreme Office is www.kofc.org.
The following are events upcoming in our Council at St. Mark or at an
event at which our Council participates:
Thursday, September 3 from 10 – 11:30AM
in the Upper Room
RSVP to Kristin Hyman at (314) 601-2934 or
[email protected].
CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH
Women Jan 16-17, 2016
Men Oct 17-18, 2015
Weekend retreat provides an atmosphere for individual
growth through prayer, inspiring presentations, and personal
reflection. It is also an opportunity to share with others in the
parish about the joys and challenges of living a Christian
lifestyle in our family life, at work, with friends, and in society.
Endow is a 10 week Catholic educational program that brings women together to discover
their God-given dignity and to understand their
role in humanizing and transforming society. St. Mark Parish
offers this Fall “Discover your Dignity-Part 1”. The group will
meet Wednesday mornings starting Sept. 9th from 10am-12pm
in the St. Mark Smyth Pastoral Building in Room 208-Upper
Room. Please contact Chris Keith (214)708-3702 for more information.
Special Olympics: August 21/22
Our Council is participating with Councils from the entire Dallas Diocese
in supporting the Special Olympics Aquatics held on August 21 and 22 at
the Rockwall ISD Aquatic Center. All parishioners are invited to attend
and support these athletes. For more information please go to our Council Website, www.kofc-6065.org and select the Event Calendar for August. Then click on the link for Special Olympics in the August 21 and 22
dates for additional information.
NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP begins on
September 23 and meets for 9 consecutive
Wednesday, 7PM – 8:30PM, St. Mark Parish
Center, 1105 W. 15th St. New Day is for anyone who has lost a loved one to death. Participants work
through the tasks of grief in an atmosphere of caring and understanding. Cost: $20 (workbook). Registration required. Call 972424-5794.”I will turn their mourning into joy, I will comfort them,
and give them gladness for sorrow.” Jeremiah 31:13
Corporate Communion: August 23
The members of our Council will hold a Corporate Communion at the
9AM Mass on Sunday, August 23. We will meet in the Narthex prior to
Mass and process into the church and participate in the Mass as a
group. Members of the 4th Degree Color Corps will lead the entrance
procession. Following the Mass, members of our Council are hosting our
families to breakfast. All members of the Knights of Columbus, regardless of their home Council, and their families are encouraged to join us.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
The Knights of Columbus participate in the Adoration of the Blessed
Sacrament every Friday, from 8 to 9PM, during the twenty-four hour
adoration of the exposed Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel. During this
dedicated hour of time, we pray, meditate, and reflect on their relationship with Jesus Christ. This hour is not restricted to members of the
Knights but is available for anyone who wishes to worship and adore
Jesus. Please join us. Note: Official Catholic teachings consider the
exposition and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament an important practice
which "stimulates the faithful to an awareness of the marvelous presence
of Christ and is an invitation to spiritual communion with Him.
ALWAYS OUR CHILDREN
Multi-Parish Support Group for families and loved ones of individuals that have a same gender attraction. Based on the pastoral letter of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, the group meets on the
3rd Tuesday of each month, rotating locations at participating
parishes. It provides a supportive environment to understand the
teachings of the Catholic Church while also providing support for
parents and other family members. "Always Our Children" is an
outstretched hand...offering a fresh look at the grace present in
family life and the unfailing mercy of Christ our Lord. For information on meetings or any questions, call St. Mark Family &
Adult Ministry, 972-424-5794.
www.Facebook.com/StMarkCatholicChurchPlanoTx
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AUGUST 16, 2015
EN ESPAÑOL
Administración
Formación de Fe
Vigésimo Domingo en el Tiempo Ordinario
Aunque nos dicen que si buscamos al Señor, no nos faltará nada,
en la segunda lectura San Pablo nos recuerda que, bendecido así
por el Señor, el buen administrador de los bienes de Dios debe
“dar gracias a Dios Padre en nombre de Cristo Jesús, nuestro
Señor, siempre y por todas las cosas.”
Información para Catequistas
Catequista en servicio, 13 de septiembre de 11:30AM a 3:30PM
Lourdes Mayer, ex directora de los servicios de catequesis será
nuestro oradora invitada y ella se centrará principalmente en el
tema del Domingo Catequético - La protección de la dignidad de
la persona humana. ¡La señora Mayer hará su presentación en
en Inglés y Español!
El almuerzo será servido a las 11:45AM.
Ministerio de Familia y Adultos
CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA
Mujeres Julio 25-26, 2015
Hombres Oct 10-11, 2015
Clases de inglés
¡Inscríbase hoy!
El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento individual por
medio de la oración, presentaciones conmovedoras, y reflexión
personal. También es una oportunidad para compartir con otros
en la parroquia sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cristiana
en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad.
Bajo costo - $25 por 12 semanas. Incluye libros y
materiales.
Proveemos instrucción de preparación para el trabajo
Todos los idiomas son bienvenidos
Proveemos un ambiente seguro para aprender
Abierto a todos los adultos.
El Centro de Niños y Familias de la Universidad de
Texas en Dallas invita a los padres con niños de 0
a 3 años a participar en el programa Juega Conmigo. Este es un programa semanal gratuito que
busca fomentar las relaciones padre-hijo positivas
y promover el desarrollo físico, cognitivo, social, emocional y
lenguaje de los niños. Las sesiones incluyen conversaciones acerca de la crianza y el desarrollo del niño, juegos, actividades en
grupo, música y más. Para más información llame al 972-8834827 o al 972-400-0283. El programa comenzara el 19 de Agosto
a las 10AM en el Community Center #101 en el Centro Pastoral
Smyth . Cupo limitado para 12 niños con sus padres.
Contáctenos [email protected] or call 214-824-2000
Las clases serán los Martes y Jueves de 6:30-8:30PM
St. Mark Catholic Church
1100 West 15th Street, Room 201, Plano, TX 75075
Inscripciones serán agosto 25 y 27 a las 6:30 - 8:30PM
Las clases comienzan septiembre 1 y terminan noviembre 17
DE MUJER A MUJER
Una serie de enriquecimiento de fe para mujeres de todas edades. Sesiones se realizarían los sábados empezando el 19 de Septiembre hasta el 21 de Noviembre desde las 3 PM a 5 PM en la
biblioteca #105 en el Salón “Smyth Patoral Center”. Costo es $25.
Para inscribirse por favor llame a Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538.
Caballeros de Colón
Para más información sobre las actividades de los
Caballeros de Colón, llame a Armando Guerra al
214-272-3537, Jose Romero al 214-499-2660 o Lucas
Gonzalez al 972-669-3023.
Ambiente Seguro
St. Mark
Familia de Fe
30 de agosto
4PM Renovación
4PM Primera vez
En el McGivney Hall
NO SE PERMITEN NIÑOS
Para inscribirse visite:
www.cathdal.org/Wedding_Anniversary_2015
O llame al 214-379-2878
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION /
FORMACION DE FE: 972-423-4715
Catechist Information
Catechist In-Service, September 13, 2015
11:30AM to 3:00/3:30PM
Teach someone English:
So they can find a better job; help their children with homework; further their education; perform daily activities in
English and better participate in the community
No teaching experience or foreign language is required
Minimal and flexible time commitment
Teacher training and classroom materials will be provided
Lourdes Mayer, former Director of catechetical Services will be
our guest speaker and she will focus primarily on the theme for
Catechetical Sunday – Safeguarding the Dignity of the Human
Person.
Mrs. Mayer will present both in English and Spanish!
Lunch will be served around 11:45AM.
Facebook:
St. Mark Catholic Church – Plano,TX
St. Mark Catholic School – Plano,TX
Stmarkplanoyouthministry
Volunteer opportunities available year round.
Training is free. Materials provided.
Please call or email Julie Brown for further
information, dates, locations, or to schedule training.
Instagram: Stmarkyouth
Twitter: StMEvangeLion
For information contact: Julie Brown, ESL Program Manager
214-824-2000, Ext 3204
email: [email protected]
Pinterest: stmarkplano
Adult Faith Formation Classes
Classes begin the first week of September. Online Registration is now open at stmarkplano.org.
Registration will also take place in the Bethany Narthex after all Masses on August 22-23.
Class
Day
Learn to Pray-Oremus
Sunday
Start time Class Hrs # of Weeks Start Date
Cost
8:15 AM
1.5
8
9/13
$25
Biblical Walk thru the Mass
Sunday
8:15 AM
1.5
5
9/13
$25
Explaining the Catholic Faith
Sunday
10:15 AM
1.5
7
9/13
$20
Bible Study Salvation History
Sunday
10:15 AM
1.5
24
9/13
$40
Study of the Book of Matthew
Sunday
10:15 AM
1.5
24
9/13
$40
Learn to Pray-Oremus
Sunday
7:00 PM
1.5
8
9/13
$25
Biblical Walk thru the Mass
Sunday
7:00 PM
1.5
5
9/13
$25
Introduction to Scripture
Sunday
7:00 PM
1.5
8
10/18
$30
Biblical Walk with Mary
Sunday
7:00 PM
1.5
8
9/13
$30
Explaining the Catholic Faith
Monday
7:00 PM
2
8
9/14
$20
Catholic Scripture Study-Isaiah
Tuesday
9:15 AM
2
32
9/8
$60
Biblical Walk thru the Mass
Introduction to Scripture
Tuesday
Tuesday
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
1.5
1.5
5
8
9/8
10/13
$25
$30
Study of Encyclicals
Wed.
9:30 AM
1.5
ongoing
9/9
$25
Study of Sunday Scripture Readings
Wed.
7:00 PM
1.5
weekly
ongoing
NA
Bible Study-The Book of Acts
Thursday
7:00 PM
1.5
20
9/10
$40
Bible Study Salvation History
Friday
9:30 AM
1.5
24
9/11
$40
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AUGUST 16, 2015
Women of St. Mark
Ice Cream Social
The Women of St Mark will be hosting their
annual “Ice Cream Social” to kick off a brand
new year of fun and fellowship. We will meet
at 7PM on Tuesday August 25th in McGivney Hall. Come join us
as we begin another year of programs and events. In addition to
enjoying some delicious ice cream, we will be assisting Family
and Adult Ministry in preparing materials for abuse prevention
month in October. Please come and join us. For questions or
more information, please contact Linda Sartor 972 965 2159 or
[email protected].
Youth & Young Adult Ministries
Ministerio de Jóvenes y Jóvenes adultos
972-578-9583
[email protected]
stmarkplanoyouth.org
New Office Hours:
Mon.-Thurs. 9AM-4PM
Fri. 9AM-12PM.
Registration for 2015-16 Youth Faith Formation classes is now
open for all families.
St. Mark Ladies Bridge Marathon
When: August 19
Time: Wed 6:30pm– 8:00pm
Where: Youth Center
Play once a month (Sept-May) for friendship,
prizes and charity. Sign up with a partner or
we will pair you with one. You arrange the
date and time of play.
For Teens entering grades
6th-12th grade & graduating Seniors
Please call Annie McGraw at 972-727-3582 or
Jan Hamblen at 972-235-9049 to register or
for additional information
Adults and High School students you are invited to be a part of
our Amazing Team of Youth Ministry Volunteers!
contact [email protected]
Mark Your Calendar!!!
Youth Ministry Volunteer Retreat
Sat. Sept 12
St. Mark Parish Center-Great Room
12-5 PM (Lunch included)
Guest Speaker -Jason Deuterman
Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries
from the Diocese of Dallas
NET (National Evangelization Team) is a Roman Catholic organization dedicated to spreading the Gospel to youth. NET's mission
is to evangelize young Catholics, reaching them through retreats
and parish ministry. Their goal is to challenge young Catholics to
love Christ and embrace the life of the Church.
How can you help NET Ministries succeed at St. Mark?
We are looking for families to host NET Missionaries in their
home for two weeks, as well as, donations of restaurant
(Starbucks, Chipotle, etc.) and fuel gift cards, and 1 used vehicle.
For additional information visit netusa.org/parishteams or
contact the Youth Ministry Office at 972-578-9583.
To register visit:
www.cathdal.org/Wedding_Anniversary_2015
Or call 214-379-2878
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
1201 Alma Dr, Plano, TX 75075
972.578.0610
www.stmcs.net
St. Mark Catholic School looks forward to welcoming our families back for the 2015-16 school year.
Important reminders:
August 17: First Day of School
School hours are 7:55 AM - 3:30 PM.
After morning drop-off, join other parents in the Cafetorium for a Back-To-School Breakfast
hosted by the St. Mark Home and School Association.
August 21: NOON Early Dismissal
August 25:
6:30 PM -- Middle School “Back To School Night,” Cafetorium
August 27:
Student Picture Day
6:30 PM -- Early Childhood-5th Grade “Back-To-School-Night,” Cafetorium
Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA)
Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith? Perhaps you’ve considered becoming Catholic and
would like to find out more about the RCIA process. Maybe you were baptized Catholic, but have not received the
Sacraments of Confirmation and/or First Communion. Our RCIA sessions for adults will begin on Sun. Aug. 23, with
a “Come and See”, at 10AM, in the Upper Room #208, of the Smyth Pastoral Center. The “Come and See” is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and to find out more about the RCIA process.
Each year our parish needs sponsor/companions for men and women who are interested in becoming Catholic. To find out more
about this valuable ministry, call John Lemburg at 214-475-5416 or Debbie Betz at the Parish Office 972-423-4715. A sponsor training/meeting will be scheduled in late August or early September for those interested in being sponsors.
Rito de la Iniciación Cristiana [RICA]
¿Quieres saber más sobre la fe católica? Tal vez has pensado en convertirte a la fe Católica y quisieras saber más
acerca de RICA. Quizás fuiste bautizado en la iglesia católica, pero no has recibido los sacramentos de confirmación
y comunión. Nuestras sesiones de RICA comenzarán el domingo, 23 de agosto, con una introducción, a las 4:15PM,
en el cafetorio de la escuela de St. Mark. Esta
introducción es una maravillosa oportunidad de hacer preguntas
y obtener más información acerca del proceso de RICA.
THANK YOU BULLETIN SPONSORS! Please patronize our Bulletin Sponsors. It is through their support that this bulletin is made possible
at NO cost to our Parish. Bring the bulletin with you or mention their ad when you visit or call their business. Let them know “YOU SAW
IT HERE.”
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DE AGOSTO DEL
2015
AUGUST 16, 2015
AROUND THE DIOCESE
PARISH LIBRARY
Mon-Thurs 9AM-12PM
Book Drop in Library door is open 24/7
Attention incoming Aggie Catholic freshmen!
St. Mary’s Catholic Center in College
Station invites you to attend CONNECT, a
retreat for new students of Texas A&M and
Blinn. Come and meet other Catholic students and see how you can grow closer to
Jesus Christ while you are in college. We are offering two opportunities to attend CONNECT the week before school starts: August 24-25 and August 28-29. To register and get more information, please visit our website: www.aggiecatholic.org/
connect Gig ‘em and God Bless!
DVDs - The Song of Bernadette about Our Lady of Lourdes
The 13th Day about Our Lady of Fatima
Book - The Madonna - An Anthology of Verse and Prose
365 ... Mary - A Daily Guide to Mary's Wisdom & Comfort by
Woodeene Koenig-Bricker
End of Life Decisions and Advanced
Planning Information & Funeral Liturgical Pre-Planning
Presented by:
Rosalba Hernandez
Funeral Ministry Coordinator
Catholic Daughters Spring Raffle Winners
CONGRATULATIONS to the following winners of the
Catholic Daughters Spring Raffle 2015!
Provided by St Mark Family & Adult Ministry
Grand prize -- an iPad Mini: MARY HIGGINS
Second prize -- a $100 Visa gift card: DIXIE DREHER
Third prize -- a $50 Visa gift card: ALICE STUPAK
There is less anxiety when we are prepared for end-of-life
decisions concerning ourselves or our loved ones.
Presentation:
St. Mark Funeral Ministry,
Liturgical Planner & Pre-Planning
Winners` names were drawn during the CDA`s Luau Supper
Spring Raffle Chairs Jacelyn Hoffman and Patti Mix thank each
person who bought (or helped sell!) tickets!
Our Family Support at the time lost of our love one
Pre-Planning information literature
Church Service available for Life Celebration
St Mark Columbarium information
Ongoing Grief and Compassion Support Ministry
Catholic Daughters' regular monthly meetings resume on
Wednesday, August 19th at 7PM in Room 1 of the St. Paul Parish
Center at 900 St. Paul Drive in Richardson. Open to all women
18 and above who are parishioners of St. Mark, All Saints and
St. Joseph's . Please join us!
When: Sunday, September 13, from 2-4 PM
St. Mark the Evangelist Church
Parish Pastoral Center - McGivney Hall
1105 West. 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075
Take a Break - Women's AA Retreat
Montserrat Retreat House; Lake Dallas; August 20 – 23.
Experienced retreat director, Sister Elise Cholewinski, will direct
the retreat with the theme based on the 12-Steps and the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. The Women’s Retreat registration
and information is online at montserratretreat.org, or call 940321-6020 for more information. There will be a Men's AA Retreat
at Montserrat scheduled for January 8-10, 2016. To register for
the Men’s Retreat call John Nugent at 214-914-0352.
No registration needed
To attend, please contact Rosalba (Rosie) Hernandez
at 972-423-5600, ext 230.
[email protected]
Join Us in Prayer!
Saturday, Aug 22 National day of Protest
Immigration & Legal ServicesWest Dallas Branch
Planned Parenthood Prayer Vigil
Sat., Aug. 22, 9AM-1PM (Come anytime)
600 N. Central Expressway,STE 601
(SE corner, Plano Parkway & Central Exp)
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
Please park on Executive Drive;
Do not park in front of Planned Parenthood.
For a map visit: planovigilprolifemckinney.org
The St. Gabriel Holiday Boutique
Arts and Crafts Show
The Plano Prayer Vigil in front of Planned Parenthood is an
ongoing event every Thursday morning, 9:10AM-10:00AM
and every Saturday morning, 9AM-1PM
will be held Saturday, November 7. Applications and guidelines
for vendors are available online at stgabriel.org/holidayboutique
or email [email protected] or leave a voice mail
message at 972-542-7170x403.
For more information contact [email protected]
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
2015 St. Mark Fall Festival Announcements
Event Date: October 31, Saturday
Festival will include All Souls 5K Run, Craft Fair, 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, delicious foods, games, climbing wall, obstacle course, raffle and more!
Donation bucket is in Bethany Narthex and parish office.
Needed items: stuffed animals, books, small toys, candy, bubble wands, glow sticks
Contact Claudine Humphries, Festival Chair: 214-236-9916; [email protected]
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