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HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC CHURCH
Rev. Michael Mac Mahon, Pastor
883-4359
Rev. Vincent Bresowar, Associate Pastor
882-1132
Rev. Paul Choi, Administrator of the
Korean Catholic Community
690-9951
Deacon Sam Dias 715-1190
Deacon Michael Sudnik 604-3374
Deacon Larry Sisterman 881-8938
Deacon Bob Becher 479-5361
MASS SCHEDULE/HORARIO
Saturday/Sabado
Sunday/Domingo
5:00 PM
7:30 AM, 9:00 AM &
11:45 AM
WEEKDAY/DIA EN SEMANA
Mon., Tues, Wed, Thurs., Fri. @ 7:30 AM
Lunes, Martes, Miercoles, Jueves, Viernes
Monday/Lunes
12:00 Noon
Tuesday/Martes
12:00 Noon
Wednesday/Miercoles
7:00 PM
Thursday/Jueves
12:00 Noon
Friday/Viernes
9:00 AM School Mass
(call the office to verify)
RECONCILIATION/CONFESIONES
Office (256)881-4781 Fax (256) 881-5510
625 Airport Road SW
Huntsville, Alabama 35802
E-mail: hschur ch@holyspir ithsv.com
Website: http://www.holyspirithsv.com
PARISH ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF/OFICINA
8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday/Lunes-Thursday/Jueves
Friday/Viernes 8:00 AM-1:00 PM
Administrative Assistant
Mar y Walker
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CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Adult Religious Ed. Tr acy Finke ext. 223 or 881-0345
Religious Education Tr acy Finke ext. 223 or 881-0345
Music Ministry
Anne Vasile 881-4781 ext. 219
Lori Lai
882-6483
KOREAN MASS
Thursday & Saturday at 9:30 AM, and
Tuesday & Friday at 7:30 PM, at the Korean Rectory
HISPANIC MINISTRY/MINISTERIO HISPANO
The Hispanic Ministry Office is located in the Parish Life Center next to
the Nursery. It is open Monday through Friday 10:30am to 3:00 pm.
256-881-2211 or hispanic@holyspirithsv.com.
Hispanic Community Mass
Sundays 2:00 PM
Children/Adult Catechism
Sundays 10:15-11:30 AM
Baptismal Preparation Classes First Sunday of the Month
4:00 PM Multipurpose Room
Nuestra Comunidad Hispana celebra la Santa Misa todos los Domingos a las 2:00 pm. Ninos/Adultos Catecismo cada domingo a las
10:15 am y Clases Bautismo de preparacion son los primeros domingos del mes a las 4 de la tarde en el salon junto a la oficina.
3:30-4:45 PM Saturday & by appointment.
HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE
6:30 AM, 9:00 AM , 12:00 Noon & 6:00 PM
BULLETIN NOTICES
Send Bulletin Notices to
kyleb@holyspirithsv.com (subject to approval)
Deadline for notices Tuesday at Noon.
BOOKSTORE HOURS
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
HOLY SPIRIT REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Terrance Golden, Principal 881-4852 ext. 103
SAINT JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Vince Aquila, Principal 430-1760 ext. 101
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May 17, 2015
Rest in Peace!
WELCOME!...
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC CHURCH...
...invites everyone to “...full, conscious, and active participation” in the sacred liturgy. We hope you will join us
in lifting our hearts and voices to God!
Mass Intentions
THE VESTIBULE...
...is the place for meeting old friends and greeting visitors! Reverence and quiet are expected in the church!
Please turn off cell phones and beepers.
May 18 ~ May 24, 2015
Monday
7:30 AM
12:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM
12:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM
7:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM
12:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
Saturday
5:00 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
AT HOLY COMMUNION…
… it is appropriate to make a sign of reverence, a bow or
a genuflection, before you receive Communion. To maintain the flow of the Communion procession, please make
the sign of reverence while the person in front of you receives Communion. If you choose to receive Holy Communion in your hand, please do not reach for the host, but
present your palm, flat out and high enough to receive
Communion. Intinction is not permitted.
INFANTS, TODDLERS, AND CHILDREN…
...are welcome at Mass. Anytime they become restless
you may take them to the nursery. Our infant and toddler
nurseries are open during the 9:00 AM and 11:45 AM
Masses for children 6 mos.-4 years.
† Bennie Conzales
The Tillman Family
Maria Drejewski
† Norma Keller
† Julia Ganis
† Karen Rist & Erika Luckenbill
Smitty Wilcox
Pro-Life Intention
† Bennie Conzales
† Danny Castrillo
† Thomas & Annie Moon
Parishioners
† Holy Spirit Military who have
died defending our country
11:45 AM † Betty Wyskida
Hospital Care: If you or a member of your family ar e sick
or in the hospital and need Deacon Mike Sudnik, please call
him at 604-3374. If you need a Priest, you may call Fr. Mike
at 883-4359 or Fr. Vincent Bresowar at 882-1132, day or night.
INFORMATION…
...please take a bulletin as you leave church. In it you will
find all the information you need to be an active Catholic
at Holy Spirit Catholic Church…
AGAIN WELCOME!...
Stephanie Anderson
Pat Andreoni
Christine Baker
Nancy Bertrand
Zachary Brogdon
Rebecca Brunty
Shea Butler
Doris Cassedy
D. James Chambers
Cathleen Chappell
Lisa Citrano
Sam Citrano
Mabel Clemons
Shirl Cola
Brent Crow
Pris Dance
Bulletin available on the web at holyspirithsv.com
PLEASE JOIN US! If you attend Holy Spirit
Church on a regular basis and have not registered
with the Parish, we invite you to do so. Complete
the following information and drop it in the offertory basket and someone will contact you to help
with the registration.
If you have moved or changed phone numbers,
please let us know!
Brenda David
George deVuyst
Greg Denton
Jean Duhon
Maria Drejewski
Brian Duerr
Elaine Ellingsen
Leslie Enright
Wil Etbauer
Joyce Fontenot
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DAYTIME PHONE__________________
LECTORS May 16-17
5:00p J. Fontenot (OT) — B. Hare (NT)
7:30a L. Pepper (OT) — C. Higgins (NT)
9:00a K. Frew (OT) — E. Napieralski (NT)
11:45a Baccalaureate Mass - Youth Readers
LECTORS May 23-24
5:00p B. Clopp (OT) — C. Long (NT)
7:30a E. Phillips (OT) — C. Dithmer (NT)
9:00a B. Osborn (OT) — C. Turner (NT)
11:45a P. Anderson (OT) — M. Kennedy (NT)
Martha Gould
Amos Green
Beverly Guest
Joan Hart
Isidro Hermosillo
Alan Himbaugh
Katie Hunt
Beverly Hunter
Holly (Rebman)Johnson
Joanna Johnson
August Jones
Colleen Kleiber
Moonyean Klueger
Rita & Ken Knowles
Milly Kuszynski
Suzanne Lancaster
Vince Lanzillo
Joe LeBlanc
Carey Link
Bill Lorson
Lauren McDaniel
Mark Magnet
Caitlyn Man
Christian Manley
Barbara Marfenski
Patricia Morea
Rebecca Morgan
Kathryn Neill
Estelle Owen
Bernie Parr
Elizabeth Restey
Braelyn Richardson
Patrick Riley
Hazel Rogers
Margaret Roth
Barbara Rowley
Katie Ofenloch Sanders
Mark Schmidt
Tonya Seabrooke
Bob Seguin
Nancy Seguin
Rosemarie Smith
Skip Songy
Billie Spicer
Bernie Stein
Virginia Stitt
Sr. Mary Lou Talmon
Ronnie Terry
J.D. Tillman
Catherina Tjitra
Rose Marie Tolley
Kristin Etbauer Wiener
Michael Wilks
Ellie Yancey
Francis Yates
Vanessa Young
May 23 —Altar Duty
Teresa Hollihan & Alice Kirsch
Purificator Laundering
May 17 — Vi Greco
May 24 — Gayle Baslock
May 31 — Sandy Gerac
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Our Week In Review
Church Finance Report
Monday
May 18
Tuesday
May 19
St. Vincent dePaul Mtg. 9:30a LIB
KofC Ladies Aux. Mtg. 6:00p A/B
KofC Business Mtg. PLC
Wednesday Cenacle Rosar y 9:00a LIB
May 20
Kor ean Mass 9:30a
Catholicism 101 Class 5:30p MP
8th Gr. Graduation 6:00p
Thursday
That Man Is You 6:30a Rms. A/B
May 21
Pr o-Life Rosary after Noon Mass
Homeschool Grad. 6:30p PLC
St. VdeP Mtg. 7:00p MP
Friday
Kindergarten Grad/ 9:00 Mass
May 22
Saturday
Wilson Baptism 6:15p
May 23
Weist-Johnson Wedding 2:00p
Sunday
Pentecost
May 24
Choir Per for mance 10:00a Chur ch
$1,314,115
50,737
$1,364,852
Income
Development Fund Donations
Expenses
$151,661
$1,482,636
As always, we thank you for your most generous
support of your parish.
From the Library…
Thursday the Church celebrated a day of
obligation for the Ascension of the Lord.
But on Wednesday, with less fanfare, it celebrated Our Lady of Fatima. It was on May
13, 1917, that Lucia Santos first described seeing "a
lady, brighter than the sun." She and her two cousins
would go on to experience more visits by "the lady,"
hold her secrets, and turn Fatima into a major site of
Mary visitations. Some Fatima books in the Library
include Fatima in Lucia's Own Words, Our Lady of
Fatima, and The Sun Danced at Fatima. Come
browse.
Our Parish News
St. Vincent De Paul Society
FOOD PANTRY ITEMS NEEDED! Please help
with the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry. Certain
items are low or no longer available to give to our
clients. Foods needed now: canned meats, tuna,
canned and dried beans, rice, canned fruit, and
jelly.
July 20-24th 9:00-1:15
Grades 1-8 (completed)
Music games, crafts, and
optional instrument breakout sessions
Registration fee is $15 before June 15
June 15 - July 1 deadline fee is $25
New Parishioners
Juan Alonso
218 Queensbury Dr. 35802
Baptisms
Fredys Ivoin Amador, son of
Janet & Darwin Amador
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Infertility? Miscarriages?
Come to a FREE Introductory Session in the
Creighton Model System and NaProTECHNOLOGY and find out how this new science can help determine the causes of infertility and how it has been
highly efficient in helping to avoid repeated miscarriages. The meeting will be on Sunday, May 31st, at
10:15 AM in the Library.
For more information, contact Jean Pier Cortes
(FertilityCare Practitioner) at (256)694-3435 or
jeanpierrecf6@gmail.com
Spiritual Adoption Update
During the 7th month in utero, the baby
now uses the four senses of vision, hearing, taste,
and touch. He can recognize his mother’s voice.
Let us be steadfast in our daily prayer for our
spiritually adopted children.
Perpetual Adoration Chapel
The following hours are open:
Saturday: 8 AM, 12 noon
For more information, to schedule an hour, or to
obtain the keypad code for late night/early morning
entry, contact one of the following Chapel Committee members: Bob Dineen, 256-880-0221,
Pete Robert, 256-882-0033,
Malen Colberg, (Spanish) 256-650-5194 or
Maritza Holland (Spanish) 808-551-2901.
WHY SETTLE FOR A
“GOOD” MARRIAGE…
When You Can Have A
“GREAT” Marriage?
You can make the leap from
“good” to “GREAT” on a
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
weekend! The weekend is 44
hours where married couples
can get away from jobs, kids, chores, the internet &
phones and focus their attention only on each other.
If you’d like greater depth in your relationship,
you’ll like the difference a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend can offer ! The next weekend in
the diocese is scheduled in Cullman, June 19-21 at
St. Bernard’s Abbey. You can register online today
at website www.ALFL-wwme.org or by calling Bob
& Joy Hernandez at 678-985-0125.
Troop AL7361
AHG Mission
“Building women of integrity through service to God,
family, community, and country”
American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered
character development scouting program for girls
ages 5 - 18. Our troop, AL7361, meets on
Sunday afternoons twice a month.
For more information:
info@ahg-al7361.org | http://www.ahg-al7361.org
http://www.ahgonline.org
Check out the CD’s, Books, and Booklets in the vestibule of the church in our Lighthouse Catholic Media bookcase. Pop a CD into your car, listen as you
drive, and fall in love with the Catholic Faith. Be inspired by some of the greatest Catholic theologians
and evangelists of our time. We have 16 different
books for you to choose from. These are the top selling Catholic books of our day. Take a look at the
books and CD’s we have for children too!
“The mission of the Boy Scouts of
America is to prepare young people to
make ethical and moral choices over
their lifetimes by instilling in them the
values of the Scout Oath and Law.”
Cub Scout Pack 361
Cub Scouting is for boys in the 1st – 5th grades,
or 7 to 10 years of age.
Meets every 1st Tuesday evening at 6:30pm
Holy Spirit School Auditorium
http://hspack361.com/
POC Mar y Zur insky, Cubmaster (256)-698-5141
cubmaster@hspack361.com
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
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If you are interested in becoming Catholic
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please contact the Office of Religious EdA
ucation and speak with Tracy Finke our
Director 256-881-0345 or
tfinke@holyspirithsv.com
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Religious Education
Youth Activity
Tracy Finke 881-0345
Lori Lai 256-882-6483
Website: http://holyspirithsv.com/?page_id=2578
Vacation Bible School:
If you have not signed your children up for Vacation
Bible School do so soon. We are beginning to fill up.
VBS is open to the first 200 children who register.
After that we literally run out of space. Vacation Bible School will take place the Week of June 8th
through the 12th from 9 am until noon. Our theme
this year is “Everest.” Registration Forms are available in the vestibule of the church, the church office,
and the school office. You may also access Registration Forms online at www.holyspirithsv.com. Vacation Bible School is open to children ages 3 ½
through ending 5th graders. If your
child needs to be placed in the
same group with another child,
please indicate this on the form.
Middle School (6-8th grade): Sundays 4-5:30 PM
High School (9-12th grade):
following the 11:45 am Mass, from 1 pm to 3pm.
Wednesday thru Friday, 3-6:00 PM
Youth Room Open to 9th thru 12 graders.
Come study or just hang out!
June 14-18 - High School Work Camp
July 10-12 - Steubenville Atlanta
(Final Payment is due!!)
2015-2016 Confirmation Class for Upcoming 8th
Graders:
The Sacrament of Confirmation is offered to all students during their 8th grade year. If your upcoming
8th grader attends Holy Spirit School or our Sunday
Religious Education Program we have him/her on
our list to receive Confirmation information. However, if your students are homeschooled or you have
recently moved to Huntsville, we do not have your
children on our list. Please call or email Tracy Finke
at tfinke@holyspirithsv.com 256-881-0345.
Volunteer/Service Opportunities:
June 14 thru 18 - High School Work Camp
The Holy Spirit Youth are collecting travel
-sized personal hygiene products for the
homeless of our community. Collection
baskets have been placed in the vestibule
of the Church. Please do not donate products containing alcohol (mouthwash, hand sanitizer,
etc.). Thank you for your support!
A Mighty Fortress of Faith
A History of St. Mary of the Visitation Church
This book, commemorating and celebrating 150
years of the first Catholic Church in
,
is presented in four parts - each a snapshot of a distinct period in the development of the church:
Part 1: Beginnings of the Church
Part 2: Newspaper Articles 1869-1919
Part 3: Family histories
Part 4: Assorted articles and other parish stories
Hardbound, illustrated, and more than 400 pages
Reduced to $50 - Available in our Bookstore
Did you find the needle?
May 10 - pg. 3, in the Anniversary message
border
Somewhere in this Bulletin a needle is hiding.
See if you can find it!
Religious Orders
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Holy Spirit Regional
Catholic School
256-881-4852
Holy Family Regional School, 4k-8th grade
A dynamic, Christ-centered leader is needed to serve
as principal at Holy Family Regional School in
Huntsville, AL. Candidate must be a practicing Roman Catholic. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
A National BLUE RIBBON School Winner 2013!
Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School
Are you interested or have questions about a Catholic Education for your child(ren)? We would love to
show you our 2013 National Blue Ribbon School
based on our overall academic excellence by the
Department of Education. We have limited spaces
for the upcoming 2015-16 school year. Please give
us a call to inquire at 256-881-4852.
Holy Family Regional School is seeking an exper ienced, part -time Middle School Social Studies
teacher for the 2015/16 school year. The candidate
should hold a valid Alabama teacher certification or
be able to apply for one immediately. Please send a
letter of inquiry and a resume to Patricia Kuhn, Principal, Holy Family Regional School at
pkuhn@hfscatholic.com.
4yr old PreK
Are you or anyone you know interested in our 4yr
old PreK program? We still have limited spaces for
the upcoming 2015-16 school year. Please give us a
call and we would love to show you their dynamic
world! Mrs. William’s class ROCKS!!!! Please call
256-881-4852 to inquire.
St. John’s Catholic School is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions: Middle School
Science, Middle School English, Spanish teacher
(part time). All applicants must be Alabama certified
or its equivalent. Certified teachers are welcomed to
place resume on file should other positions become
available. Please contact slewis@stjohnb.com for an
employment application.
Scholarship for Kids
It is time to submit applications for Scholarship for
Kids under the Alabama Accountability Act. If you
would like to know a little more about the guide
lines on how it works to apply please give me a call
at 256-881-4852. There is a limited time frame to
submit an application and supporting documents.
Thank you, Mrs. Salvo.
In need of counseling this spring? Catholic Family
Services (1010 Chur ch Str eet, Huntsville) offer s
quality Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapy to
all ages in a Christian setting. Sliding scale, affordable rates without insurance filing. Free pregnancy
counseling. Licensed therapists with 30 years’ experience. Contact Michele Rivard, LCSW, PIP, Reg.
Director, cfsrivard@bellsouth.net, (256) 536-0073.
Volleyball Coach
Holy Spirit is looking for a Volleyball Coach who
can keep our Middle School (7th and 8th grade)
girls’ Team competitive! If you are interested in
learning more, please contact Coach Mumaugh at
jmumaugh@hstigers.org, 256-503-9486, or at the
school.
Saint John Paul II Catholic
High School
256-430-1760
www.jp2falcons.org
Contact Mrs. Kathleen Tetzlaff, Admissions Dir., to
schedule a tour. www.jp2falcons.org/admissions
Please join Fr. Louis in celebrating his
40 years of Priestly Ministry at a
Reception on Sunday, May 24th
after the 11:00 am Mass
in the Parish Hall at Good Shepherd
All are welcome!
St. John Paul II Catholic High School is offering a
series of Summer Camps in June and July. This is
an opportunity for area elementary and middle
schoolers to either discover, or develop, their Godgiven talents. Check out the list at the school website.
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Check out the Lighthouse Catholic Media in the back of church. We have
great CD’s, Books and Booklets to offer you at a very lost cost. The CD’s are approximately one hour in length. Below are some featured CD’s, Books, and Booklets that come highly recommended:
Available this Week for Children:
Board book “We Go to Mass”: This book is an ideal book for young
children. It is sturdy and will stand up to wear and tear. Featuring full-color
illustrations, “We Go to Mass” provides clear, simple text to introduce children to the Mass.
Book: “Come to Jesus! (A Kid’s Book for Eucharistic Adoration) J esus is a friend like no other. He always cares, always listens, and is always
ready to help—and in the Eucharist, Jesus is always with us. This wonderful book introduces children to the concept of spending time with Jesus in
Eucharistic adoration. It is designed for children ages 8–11 to use alone or
with parents.
CD Cat Chat: “The Mass Comes Alive” (Episode 1) This CD on the
Mass is a fun way for children to understand Mass better and learn about
different parts of the Mass! The songs are ideal for children ages 3 to 11.
Adults will learn a lot too!
Coming Soon: Cat Chat “The Mass Comes Alive” (Episode 2)
CD Cat Chat: “Amazing Angels and Super Saints” (Episode 1) This
CD provides a very interesting talk given in a 'catching' way that engages
children. They are thrilled to listen to it and remember it really well. The
story is fun and the life of St. Francis is told well.
CD “Glory Stories” In these tr ue stor ies of vision and br aver y, fierce
determination, and loving service to God, Blessed Jose Sanchez and St.
Joan of Arc set examples for youngsters... and teach parents at the same
time! Recommended for children age 5 and up.
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Recommended for Teenagers (And, of Course, Adults too!)
CD “Getting Others to Heaven” Believe it or not, we are all called to be
leaders. In her typical vibrant and energetic style, Noelle Garcia shows us
how leadership is an important component for propagating the New Evangelization. Noelle shares how she came to better understand what it means
to be a Christian leader. She shows that although we are all sinners, God has
given us all unique gifts.
CD “Discerning God’s Will” “How do I know what God wants?”
Knowing the will of God can be an intimidating topic for people of all ages.
In this talk, Fr. Larry Richards, the founder of The Reason for Our Hope
foundation, delves into the process of discernment. With personal stories,
practical steps, and sound advice. Dedicate yourself to living the life that
God has planned for you.
CD “Contemporary Sainthood” In the fir st presentation, Mar k Har t
discusses unleashing the power of the Holy Spirit and becoming who we
are meant to be: saints. In the second presentation, Mark talks about the
dangers of putting human expectations on our supreme God. These two
talks will be sure to jump start your spiritual life and shed some light on
what it means to be a contemporary saint.
CD “Jesus Is” Presented by Lighthouse Catholic Youth: Fr. Michael
Schmitz, a renowned and beloved speaker and spiritual guide to the Young
Church, discusses the all-important topic of God's existence. Armed with
his usual repertoire of lively humor and sound philosophy, Fr. Mike reveals
the incredible implications of the question which Christ asks all of us: "Who
do YOU say that I Am?"
CD “The God-Sized Hole Connor Flanagan is a musician and youth
minister who has been actively involved in ministry for the last five years.
Connor has spent the last several years traveling the country leading retreats and speaking at both youth conferences and parish events. In this
presentation, Connor shows how each one of us has what he calls a "GodSized Hole" within our own hearts.
CD “All Things are Possible for God” As a young man, the last thing
Fr. Joshua Waltz ever thought he would be was a Catholic priest. But a series of choices, some bad and some good, ultimately led him to enter the
seminary. In this talk, Fr. Waltz shares an incredible vocation story that involves heartbreak, robbers, Europe, and several miracles—all showing that
there is nothing more exciting than a life lived for Jesus Christ.
We have much, much more to offer you! Fall in love with your
Catholic Faith with Lighthouse Catholic Books, Booklets and CD’s!
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Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith
will deepen and grow—a day at a time.
SUNDAY, M AY 17, 2015 SEVENTH SUNDAY OF
EASTER
Don’t make a lot of decision-making
In biblical times, the people of God were
known at times to cast lots as a decisionmaking method—a little like flipping a coin today. The belief was that “The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord” (Prov. 16:33). After Judas’ death,
the Book of Acts tells us the remaining apostles cast lots
to determine that his successor would be Matthias. Soon
after came the gift of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, and
references to the casting of lots cease. Now that believers
have the Holy Spirit to call on for guidance, there is no
need to toss objects to arrive at a decision. Thoughtful
their mirrors, fancy clothing, playing cards, dice, anything
that smacked of the slightest diversion. But he also
preached a message of hostile intolerance toward Jews,
homosexuals, moneylenders, and many others who did
not fit into the “moral majority” of the day. Can we find a
way to distinguish moral essentials—honesty, kindness,
and generosity for example—from moral neutrals such as
ethnicity, occupation, orientation? The reform we need
starts right here at home, in our own hearts.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 20:28-38; John 17:11b-19 (299).
“Holy Father, keep them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one just as we are one.”
THURSDAY, M AY 21
FEAST OF CHRISTOPHER M AGALLANES, PRIEST, MARTYR,
AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS
The trials of martyrdom
One common feature in the stories of many martyrs is
that they are accused and condemned without a fair trial.
From the time of the earliest martyrs to 20th-century ones
such as Christopher Magallanes, who was put to death
without trial in Mexico during the 1920s church-state conflict, martyrs usually find themselves accused and condemned in the same breath. People of faith are most often killed not because of their great faith, but because of
the great fear of those of little faith. Honor those who have
the courage of their convictions.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; John 17:20-26
(300). “The commander . . . ordered the chief priests and
the whole Sanhedrin to convene. Then he brought Paul
down and made him stand before them.”
FRIDAY, M AY 22 FEAST OF RITA OF CASCIA, RELIGIOUS
Faith makes the impossible possible
By the time Rita of Cascia was 36 years old, she had
faced enormous challenges in her life, including great violence. Her husband was killed amid strife between families in Italy at the turn of the 15th century. Her two sons
desired to avenge his death, a move their mother entirely
opposed. Before they could carry out vengeance, however, they became ill and died. In the face of violence, loss
and grief, Rita remained a woman of great faith. She believed, in the words of scripture, that with God all things
are possible. Canonized in 1900, she is recognized as a
patron saint of impossible causes.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 25:13b-21; John 21:15-19 (301).
“Lord, you know everything.”
SATURDAY, M AY 23 EASTER WEEKDAY
Faith is not a competitive sport
In communities of faith, it can be hard not to compare
yourself to others. Who’s holier? Who gives more time?
Who has a deeper prayer life? Who cares more? The
problem with these questions is that they aren’t productive; they only lead to judgment and division. Communities grow when you care for one another. A defining value
of what it means to be Catholic, according to St. Mary’s
Press, is a profound sense of discovering, experiencing,
and responding to God in union with other believers—that
is, within community. Why not ask how you can help another grow and how they can help you?
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; John 21:20-25
(302). “There are also many other things that Jesus did.”:
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TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26; 1 John
4:11-16; John 17:11b-19 (60). “Then they gave lots to
them, and the lot fell upon Matthias, and he was counted
with the eleven apostles.”
MONDAY, M AY 18
FEAST OF JOHN I, POPE AND MARTYR; EASTER WEEKDAY
Live strong
The holy and apostolic church is also a human institution,
subject to the complexities of human nature. Pope Saint
John I was caught in a web of sixth-century intrigue.
Charged with improving relations between Rome and
Constantinople, and even though his mission was successful, he became the object of imperial paranoia that
led to his death. What keeps you strong when facing complex questions in our world? If you take a position, is it on
the basis of study and prayer or on the basis of “party”
loyalty? The hymn says “the church’s one foundation is
Jesus Christ her Lord.” Cling to that Rock.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 19:1-8; John 16:29-33 (297). “In
the world you will have trouble. But take courage, I have
conquered the world.”
TUESDAY, M AY 19 EASTER WEEKDAY
Know the God of the unknown
It’s hard to know what each day holds. Sure you have a
schedule and to-do lists, but there’s no telling who you will
encounter or what will be called forth from you in any given situation. As you face the unknown in your life remember that God is with you in the mystery of it all. Catholic
theologian Karl Rahner identifies God as the Absolute
Being who is Absolute Mystery. With faith and trust, you
can open yourself to what God reveals in these moments
of mystery. What you do know is that being rooted in
Christ brings both comfort and challenge. God will provide
no matter what today holds. Believe and let your life show
the world the Way.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 20:17-27; John 17:1-11a (298).
“Father, the hour has come.”
WEDNESDAY, M AY 20
Avoid mixed messages
The legacy of renowned 15th-century Italian preacher and
reformer Bernardine of Siena cuts both ways. He inspired
moral reform that was well overdue in lax times—hosting
“bonfires of the vanities” into which townsfolk would toss
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MARRIAGE
Arrangements for weddings must be made six
months in advance with our priests. A Marriage
Preparation Class is required.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
If you are ill and would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick and/or the Eucharist please contact
the parish office to make arrangements.
Contact parish office prior to hospitalization,
surgery or during illness.
Baptism Preparation Class
For parents and godparents, June 10—7:00 PM in
the Multi Purpose Room of the Parish Life Center.
Please call the parish office to make a reservation so
we can plan for you! 256-881-4781 “0”
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #764
Grand Knight
Deputy Grand Knight
Brian Lagasse
Tim Karigan
650-5515
883-4325
Parish Ministries & Contact Persons
ADMINISTRATIVE
Adopt-A-Plot
Communications
Data Entry
Money Counters
Pastoral Council
Print Shop & Mailing
Wedding Coordinator
Ava Joly
Michael Rafferty
Joe Hodges
Pat Carrigan
Jon Hollihan
Hugo Jenrath
883-0016
539-2165
880-0211
882-1911
882-2666
881-4781
Beginning Experience
Voice Mail 837-8375
Catholic Family Services
1010 Church Street
536-0073
Catholic Women of the Diocese of Birmingham
Carol Chapuran
882-0655
Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) Christina Spradlin
698-8679
Cursillo in Christianity
Bob McCoy
532-1991
Interfaith Mission Service
Ken Knowles
533-5913
KAIROS Prison Ministry
Deacon Sam Dias
715-1190
Knights of Columbus #764
http:/www.kofc764.com
Ladies’ Auxiliary #764
Cindy Adams
682-7508
Meals on Wheels
Jonathan Duerr
489-9469
Our Lady’s Prayer Group
Debbie Cvitan
881-3874
Pro-Life
Gisela Dyer
885-1786
Adult Education & Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults—RCIA
Tracy Finke
881-0345
Faith Formation - Ages 3 thru grade 12
Tracy Finke
881-0345
Focus
Kyle Becher
ext. 220 881-4781
Vacation Bible School
Tracy Finke
881-0345
Hispanic Ministry Coordinator Maria Jose Bonilla 881-4781 ext. 225
Secretary
Martha Barragan
881-2211
SOCIAL JUSTICE
Haiti Parish Twinning Program
Bob McCoy
Habitat for Humanity
Marianne Higgins
MUSIC
Anne Vasile
ext. 219 881-4781
Dr. Rebecca Whited 1-256-620-7925
organist@holyspirithsv.com
Joni Boulet
519-2993
Anne Vasile
ext. 219 881-4781
Altar Servers
Eucharistic Ministers
Lectors
Altar Linens
468-2754
828-2548
881-0345
882-0888
883-0835
882-3414
YOUTH
Boy Scouts
Cub Scouts
American Heritage Girls
Youth Ministry
HOLY SPIRIT CHURCH TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
Fr. Michael Mac Mahon
Fr. Vincent Bresowar
Anne Vasile
Tracy Finke
Religious Ed (School)
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219
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249
532-1991
653-1843
Ministry to the Sick and Homebound
Michael Sudnik
604-3374
msudnik@comcast.net
Society of St.Vincent DePaul Jason Poyer
881-1526
Stephen Ministry
Lee or Kathy Heckman
489-7389
Carolyn Brunty
683-7015
LITURGY
Heather Dixson
Michelle Vandergrift
Tracy Finke
Lynne Greco
Vicki Pape
Connie Beveridge
881-4781
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
HISPANIC OFFICE
Altar Guild
ext. 0
Bookstore
Jeanne King
881-1385
Holy Spirit Travel Club
Sandy Wells
ext. 3661 880-9140
Hospitality Committee
Debra Kibler
714-3468
Nursery
Beth Jerman
270-4645
Parish Life Center Library Dexter Nilsson
881-6366
Perpetual Adoration of the Eucharist
Bob Dineen
880-0221
Pete Robert
882-0033
Malen Colberg (Spanish)
650-5194
Maritza Holland(Spanish) 808-551-2901
Jason Poyer
881-1526
Widowed Group
Hugo Jenrath
682-1694
Our Lady’s Rosary Makers Ann Digesu
881-0863
Pat Scroggins
881-9228
COMMUNITY
Adult Choirs
St. Cecilia Choir and
St. Gregory Youth Choir
St. Nicholas Choir
Youth Mass Ensemble
Mary Walker
PARISH LIFE
Deacon Mike Sudnik
Kyle Becher
Judy Rebman
Hugo Jenrath
Disaster Relief
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Pat Tobbe
Mary Zurinsky
Anella Brolliar
Lori Lai
883-9045
698-5141
info@ahg-al7361.org
882-6483
881-4781 + extension
Nursery
Bookstore
Martha Barragan
Maria Jose Bonilla
Julie Kellogg
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