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Our Lady of Las Vegas
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
- Faith, Family, Friends -
PASTORAL STAFF
Served by Society of Christ Fathers
Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor
Rev. Wieslaw Berdowicz, SChr,
Parochial Vicar
Rev. Richard Philiposki, SChr.,
In Residence & Pastor of St. Joan of Arc
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education & Confirmation
Liz Williams: 702-802-2362
lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
RCIA
Rite of Christion Initiation of Adults
Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300
jdodson@ollv.org
MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm
Sunday:
6:30am, 8:00am, 10:00am,
12:00pm, 1:30pm Polish, 5:00pm, 6:30pm
with Tagalog music
Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am
(Rosary before Mass at 7:25am)
Civic & Holiday: Refer to parish bulletin
Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to parish
bulletin
RECONCILIATION
(Confession)
Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
7:30am:
8:00am:
6:00pm:
6:30pm:
7:00pm:
FIRST FRIDAY
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (Eng.) / Adoration to follow
Mass (Polish) in the School Chapel
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (Eng.) / Holy Hour to follow
FIRST SATURDAY
8:00am: Mass (Eng.)
DEVOTIONS
St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following
the 8:00am Mass
Our Lady of Perpetual Help:
Every
Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass
3050 ALTA DRIVE  LAS VEGAS, NV 89107
Parish Office: 702-802-2300
Fax: 702-802-2301
Website: www.ollvchurch.org
Email: ollvparish@ollv.org
PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (Closed for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm)
OLLV School: 702-802-2323
Growing up in the Midwest, one of the sayings we often heard was, “April showers bring
May flowers.” Winters are very long and brutal in the Midwest. By April people are more
than ready for spring to arrive. However, Old Man Winter doesn’t always seem to want to
let go of his grip. April becomes a battleground of sorts as the sun tries to take its hold. The
desire for sunny, warm days becomes fervent until finally May arrives and nature bursts
forth into life. It is in this beautiful month of May that the Church honors the Blessed
Virgin Mary, the Mother of the Son of God and the Mother of the Church.
The month of May is the month in which the piety of the faithful is especially dedicated to Our Blessed
Lady. It is the occasion for a moving tribute of faith and love which Catholics in every part of the world
pay to the Queen of Heaven. During this month, Christians, both in church and in the privacy of the
home, offer up to Mary from their hearts an especially fervent and loving homage of prayer and
veneration. This Christian custom of dedicating the month of May to the Blessed Virgin arose at the end
of the 13th century.
The pious practice of honoring Mary during the month of May has been especially recommended by the
Popes. Pius XII made frequent reference to it and in his great Encyclical on the Sacred Liturgy. Paul VI
wrote a short encyclical in 1965 using the Month of Mary devotion as a means of obtaining prayers for
peace. In May of 2002 Pope John Paul II said, "Today we begin the month dedicated to Our Lady, a
favorite of popular devotion. In accord with a long-standing tradition of devotion, parishes and families
continue to make the month of May a 'Marian' month, celebrating it with many devout liturgical,
catechetical and pastoral initiatives!"
In our observance of the Marian month we should take into account the season of the Liturgical Year
which largely corresponds with the fifty days of Easter. Our pious exercises could emphasize Our Lady's
participation in the Paschal mystery and in Pentecost with which the Church begins. The pious exercises
connected with the month of May can easily highlight the earthly role played by the glorified Queen of
Heaven, here and now, in the celebration of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy
Eucharist.
One of the favorite traditions of the month of May is the “May Crowning”. At the May Crowning,
during a special ceremony, a crown of flowers is placed on the head of the statue of the Blessed Mother
honoring her as the queen Mother. Another tradition is the making of a “May altar”. In school, each
classroom would have a specially prepared altar with a statue or image of the Blessed Mother
surrounded by spring flowers of tulips, daffodils and peonies. At home, little versions of May altars
would also be set up. Each day, individuals, groups and families would gather around these May altars
and pray the Litany of Loreto.
As we enter into the month of May let us turn our attention to Mary, our dear and Blessed Mother. It
was Jesus’ last will and testament that Mary be the Mother of the Church. As Mary and the Apostle
John stood beneath the cross, Jesus said to His mother, “Woman, behold your son.” Then to John He
said, “Behold your mother.” From that hour on John, on behalf of the Church, accepted Mary as his
mother and took her into his care. Mary is our Mother; a gift to the Church from our Savior himself. As
Jesus loved her, so do we. May this month of May help us to renew our love and devotion to Mary.
O Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us!
Fr. Gerry
2 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MAY 3, 2015
Parish News
TODAY’S READINGS
Saturday, May 2 - St. Athanasius; FIRST SATURDAY
8:00am:
4:30pm:
†Roberto Santos by Manuel Perrenoud
†Charles Cantrell by Rosa Torchio
†Souls in Purgatory by Maria Ortega
Sunday, May 3 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
†Robert Reddin by Elaina Reddin
†Ben Lucero by David & Tonya Lucero
†Adeline & Robert Jr. Woolheater by Adeline &
Robert Woolheater
†John McCauley by Rosalie Cusimano
†Tadeusz Niemiec by Stanislawa & Irene Niemiec;
†Joanna Sobol by Husband, †James Tucker, Romana
Bauer, Bobby, †Wojciech Komale by Elizabeth
Youngman, Parishioners of OLLV
†Jim Murphy by Rose Torchio & †Esperenza
Mangaoang by Children of Esperenza
†John J. Finneran by Tom & Maria Finneran
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
Monday, May 4 - Easter Weekday
8:00am:
†Leticia Pabalan by Carmen Kondrad
Tuesday, May 5 - Easter Weekday
8:00am:
†William & Mary Long by Anamari Irwin
Wednesday, May 6 - Easter Weekday
8:00am:
9:00am:
†Condrad H. Rickwartz by Wally & Linda Reiser
(School) †Olga Ramirez by Carmen Kondrad
Thursday, May 7 - Easter Weekday
8:00am:
†Ann Vaughan by Sarah Grady & Catherine Velky
Friday, May 8 - Easter Weekday
8:00am:
†Christine M. Zenchak by Christine Nightingale
Saturday, May 9 - Easter Weekday
4:30pm:
Mother’s Day Intentions; Parishioners of OLLV
Sunday, May 10 - Sixth Sunday of Easter; Mother’s Day
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
Mother’s Day Intentions
Mother’s Day Intentions
Mother’s Day Intentions
Mother’s Day Intentions
Mother’s Day Intentions
Mother’s Day Intentions
Mother’s Day Intentions
Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship
MAY 3 - 9, 2015
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is sponsored by
THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
St. Jude Council 9102
Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father
MAY 2015
Care for the Suffering: That, rejecting the culture of
indifference, we may care for our neighbors who suffer,
especially the sick and the poor.
Openness to Mission: That Mary’s intercession may help
Christians in secularized cultures be ready to proclaim
Jesus.
MAY 3, 2015
First Reading — Barnabas reported to the apostles how Saul
had seen the Lord on the way (Acts 9:26-31).
Psalm — I will praise you, Lord, in the assembly of your people (Psalm 22).
Second Reading — This is God’s commandment: that we may
believe and love (1 John 3:18-24).
Gospel — I am the true vine; whoever remains in me will bear
much fruit (John 15:1-8).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997,
International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
WEEKLY PARISH CALENDAR
MONDAY, MAY 4
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No Parish Events
TUESDAY, MAY 5
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Boy Scouts: 6:30pm-9:00pm-Kenny Room
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
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RE 1st Communion Rehearsal: 5:45pm-7:30pm-Church
THURSDAY, MAY 7
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RE Confirmation Practice: 6:00pm-Church
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Starz on Broadway Peter Pan: 7:00pm-Bevan Hall
FRIDAY, MAY 8
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Starz on Broadway Peter Pan: 3:00pm & 7:00pm-Bevan
Hall
SATURDAY, MAY 9
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RE 1st Communion: 10:00am-Church
SUNDAY, MAY 10
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Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast: After 8:00am &
10:00am Masses-McFarland Room
CATHOLIC MASS for the HOMEBOUND
The Diocese offers a televised Mass for the
home-bound each Sunday at 7:30am on
KFBT Channel 33.1 Digital (no longer an
analog signal) or Cox Cable Channel 6.
Now in Las Vegas, you can
listen to Catholic radio 24-hours
a day by tuning your radio to
970am.
REMINDER - Do not leave your purse
or valuables in your vehicle or in the pews.
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 3
Parish News
Mother’s Day Spiritual Bouquet
APRIL 26, 2015
1st Collection
$14,961.00
Catholic Home Missions
Catholic University of Americas
$3,483.00
Thank you for your continued support!
If you would like the Mothers in your family,
living or deceased, remembered during the
Masses on Mother’s Day, May10, please fill
out an envelope provided in the back of the
church. You may place your completed
envelope in the collection basket during the weekend’s
Mass or drop it off at the parish office no later than
Friday, May 8.
Knights of Columbus
IN SERVICE TO ONE - IN SERVICE TO ALL
St. Jude Council 9102
CSA UPDATE as of APRIL 24, 2015
2015 CSA GOAL
$104,257.00
Total Received
$ 55,375.00
Total Needed to Reach Goal
$ 48,882.00
You may mail your pledge cards/payments to the
Diocese: Diocese of Las Vegas, Catholic Stewardship
Appeal, PO Box 15630, Las Vegas, NV 89114-5630,
or place it in the collection basket during the Mass.
Additional pledge cards can be found at the back of the
church.
Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast
Next Sunday, May 10
After the 8:00am & 10:00am Masses
Mothers Eat for FREE this day!
In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
Adults: $6
Children: $4
Regular
or
blueberry
pancakes,
scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns &
fellowship!
Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Next
Green CSA Envelope
The green CSA envelopes that are
being mailed to our registered
parishioners, along with the regular
offertory envelopes, are to be used
by those parishioners who have hot pledged a donation
amount through the Diocese.
If you have already filled out a CSA pledge cared, you have
completed your CSA obligation. Use the green envelope only
if you have not completed a pledge card and would like to
donate to the CSA program on a periodic basis.
GLOSSARY TERM OF THE WEEK
Blessed Sacrament
A name given to the Holy
Eucharist, especially the
consecrated elements reserved
in the tabernacle for adoration, or
for the sick.
— CCC 1330
4 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
Baptism Class
For Parents & Godparents is
THURSDAY, MAY 14
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
In the Welcome Room in the church.
As a courtesy to the speakers, facilitators and other
attendees, we ask that children do not attend this class.
Please call the parish office to register at 802-2300.
Partners for Life is a diocesan
approved marriage preparation class
that provides engaged couples the
opportunity to explore, assess and
evaluate their relationship in the context
of a sacred, sacramental commitment.
The next marriage preparation class at
Our Lady of Las Vegas will be:
June 13, 2015
September 26, 2015
Cost: $195.00/couple
Please contact the parish office at 802-2300 to register.
MAY 3, 2015
Parish News
The following children were
recently baptized into our faith:
Kian Christopher Garcia Corpuz
Sophee Elise Castro
Michael Kyle Newman
Maria Guadalupe Garcia Ordonez
Poland & Rome
Pilgrimage
September 7 - 19, 2015
Escorted from Las Vegas and organized by the Society of
Christ Fathers, Rev. Richard Philiposki (St. Joan of Arc)
and Rev. Gerald Grupczynski (Our Lady of Las Vegas).
Destinations are Berlin, Poznan, Lichen, Czestochowa,
Auschwitz, Zakopnae, Krakow, Rome Vatican, Assisi,
Pompei & Monte Cassino.
Tour Cost per person:
$3,479.00 – sharing a room, twin or double occupancy
$3,279.00 – sharing a triple room
$3,949.00 – with single room supplement
Price includes all flights, transfers, motor coach excursions,
hotels, (based on above room arrangements), admission
fees, services of guides, escort and drivers, handling of one
suitcase, all breakfasts and dinners, folklore evening
entertainment, and pastoral services of two priest chaplains.
If you would like an informational brochure, call
702-382-9909, 702-419-6640 or 702-802-2300. You may
also download the brochure at www.ollvchurch.org.
INFORMATION MEETING
This Sunday, May 3 at 4pm
in the church Welcome Room
Reflection on
Consecrated Life
Before I can tell my life what I
want to do with it, I must listen to
my life telling me who I am.
— Parker J. Palmer, Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation
The next Women’s Guild meeting will be:
THURSDAY, MAY 14 at 6:30pm
In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
If you need transportation to/from our meeting please
call Ayele at 702-806-9143.
Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
The solemnity of the Ascension of
the Lord is transferred from
Thursday, May 14 to Sunday,
May 17.
Please remember in your
prayers the children from
the Religious Education
program.
They will be
receiving their First Holy
Communion next Saturday,
May 9.
General Church Etiquette
Please preserve a reverent and prayerful atmosphere in
church by
•
Turning off the sound of your pager/cell phone
•
Depositing any food, drinks or chewing gum in
receptacles provided (Please do not throw gum on
ground or stick it under the pews or planter.)
•
Keeping a respectful quiet in the presence of Jesus in
Eucharist before and after Mass
•
Supervising your children
•
Waiting in your pew until the priest exists the church
the
the
the
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Suggested Attire: Appropriate attire for Mass is modest and
respectful. Gentlemen and boys should remove their hats.
Shorts, muscle-tees, mesh, halter-tops, bare midriffs,
sunglasses, or clothing that distracts other persons from
worship are not appropriate.
PARKING LOT SAFETY
The parish and school staff would like to emphasize that SAFETY
is always a top priority. Please be mindful of parking lot courtesy when entering and exiting. We strive to
avoid safety hazards to our students, parents, parishioners and staff. Thank you.
MAY 3, 2015
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 5
Faith Formation
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Enrollment 2015-2016
Are you thinking about joining the Catholic Church or learning more about it? Ask
yourself these questions:
•
Where is your journey of faith leading you?
•
Are you interested in knowing more about the Catholic Faith?
•
Do you know someone who might be interested?
If so, come and see what the RCIA process is all about. The Right of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is
a process for non-Catholics who are interested in (or even just thinking about) joining the Catholic Church.
It’s also a process for those who have not received all of their Catholic Sacraments.
Each year our parish begins this process to welcome any and all who are curious about, interested in, or just
want to know more about the Christian faith as it is lived and celebrated in the Roman Catholic Tradition.
This process is an amicable faith-sharing among friends.
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•
•
ENROLLMENT starts Monday, May 4, 2015
Our process begins Wednesday, September 2
ENROLLMENT DEADLINE is October 7, 2015
Contact Julia Dodson at the Parish Office at 702-802-2300 to set up a short 20 minute appointment to begin
the process.
Coordinator: Liz Williams
3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
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 / Documents
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
CONFIRMATION - I
CONFIRMATION - II
Wednesday, May 6
Mandatory Practice at church
for FHC students
Tuesday, May 12
Last Class
Confirmation Mass: 5:45pm
Thursday, May 7
Mandatory Practice
In the Church at 5:45pm
Saturday, May 9
First Holy Communion Mass: 10:00am
Students must be in Bevan Hall
by 9:15am
You MUST have all your paperwork
turned in for this year or you cannot
register for Confirmation II
Monday, May 11
Mandatory Practice
In the Church at 5:45pm
- Sponsors if possible Tuesday, May 12
Confirmation Mass: 6:00pm
Students must be in Bevan Hall at
4:45pm for pictures
6 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MAY 3, 2015
Faith Formation
FALL ENROLLMENT FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION &
CONFIRMATION CLASS 2015
2015--2016 SCHOOL YEAR
Confirmation at Our Lady of Las Vegas Parish is a 2-Year Program
Enrollment for the 2015-2016 Religious Education & Confirmation Classes will be June 1-25, 2015 &
August 3-13, 2015. Hours of enrollment are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8:30am - 11:30 am.
If you cannot make enrollment at these times or if you have any questions, please contact Liz Williams in the
Religious Education office at:
702- 802-2362 or email lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
To be eligible to enroll your child in the Religious Education & Confirmation program you must be an active,
registered parishioner prior to enrollment. For Confirmation classes, the child must be in 9th or 10th grade.
Documents needed to register are as follows:
1. Current empty donation envelope with your name imprinted on it for verification purposes.
2. A copy of your child’s birth certificate
3. Baptismal certificate
4. First Holy Communion Certificate (For Confirmation Students only)
5. Religious Education: $25 deposit is required for each child when you register
Confirmation: $50 deposit is required
PLEASE NOTE:
• Your child cannot be enrolled without these documents, and there will be No Exceptions.
•
Students must have ALL required paperwork turned in before enrolling for the 2015-2016
school year.
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Only parents or legal guardians can enroll children in the program.
•
The last day to enroll for the 2015-2016 Religious Education & Confirmation program is
August 13, 2015.
MANDATORY MEETINGS
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
(For Parents Only of Students who are enrolled)
August 26, 2015 at 6:15pm in Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
CONFIRMATION-I
(For Parents & Students who are enrolled)
August 26, 2015 at 6:15pm in Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
CONFIRMATION-II
(For Parents & Students who are enrolled)
September 9, 2015 at 6:15pm in the Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
Religious Education Classes will be held on Wednesday Evenings 6:00pm – 7:15pm
Confirmation Classes will be held on Wednesday Evenings 6:00pm – 7:30pm
MAY 3, 2015
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 7
Parish Information
Business Manager: Georgia Charles
Bulletin Editor/Registrations/Gift Shop: Cynthia Almeida
Office Manager / Admin. Assist. to the Pastor: Julia Dodson Maintenance: Rose Torchio & Joel Mondragon
Office Assistant: Joseph Dodson
SACRAMENTAL MINISTRIES
Anointing of the Sick: Call the Parish Office 802-2300
Baptisms:
Julia
802-2300
Funerals:
Parish Office
802-2300
Weddings:
Julia
802-2300
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education:
Confirmation:
RCIA:
Liz Williams
802-2362
lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
Liz Williams
802-2362
lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
Julia Dodson
802-2300
or jdodson@ollv.org
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Altar Servers: Mariza Rillera 802-2300 (parish office)
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM):
Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Homebound Ministry: Patti Brandeburg 802-2300
(parish office)
Lectors: Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Music Director: David Kowaleski 245-6159
Sacristans: Contact the parish office 802-2300
Ushers: Pat Barry 802-2300 (parish office)
ORGANIZATIONS
Knights of Columbus: A non-parish organization that
provides service opportunities to the Catholic Church.
Contact: Joe Williams, Grand Knight 702-371-9944
OLLV San Pedro Calungsod Alliance for Lay Adults
for the Youth: Rey Espina, President 702-595-5988
Society of St. Mary: A group of dedicated men, has been
committed to the needs of the children & parishioners of
OLLV. Contact: Phil Markusic, President 702-491-9772
Polish School & Dance: Elizabeth Youngman
702-232-4488
Women’s Guild: Mary Beth Pidcock, President
702-362-6353
DIOCESAN ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada: 385-2662
Poverello House: 631-3911
Protecting God’s Children & Victim Assistance:
Contact Ron Vallance 235-7723
Vocations: Office of Vocations 735-3500
Women’s Resource: 366-1247
8 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you are in need of anointing,
even if you are homebound or hospitalized, contact the parish
office at 802-2300. In an emergency situation when the office is
closed, you will be directed to the emergency extension.
BAPTISMS: Baptisms are usually held on the second and fourth
Saturday of each month.
Parents must be registered, active
parishioners at a parish for at least 3 months. Parents and
Godparents must attend a baptism class (OLLV’s class is usually
the second Thursday of each month). Once these requirements
are met, you may then make an appointment with our
Sacramental Administrator at 802-2300.
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.
FOOD & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Through the
generosity of our parishioners, OLLV is able to help Catholic
Charities of Southern Nevada in providing assistance to needy
families. Please contact Catholic Charities at 385-2662.
FUNERALS: Please call the parish office at 802-2300. If you
have already made arrangements with a funeral director, a staff
member will coordinate with them to meet your needs.
MARRIAGE: At least one party must be a registered active
parishioner of a parish for at least 6 months before an
appointment can be made with our Sacramental Administrator,
802-2300. Please contact the parish office as soon as possible as
at least 6 months is necessary to fulfill the marriage preparation
requirements.
MASS INTENTIONS: Mass intention requests are scheduled
through the parish office during office hours. If a specific date is
desired, please schedule as far in advance as possible.
PARISH REGISTRATION: Regardless of where you live, if
you would like to join our parish, please register at the parish
office. You may also request a parish registration form by calling
the office at 802-2300 during regular business hours, email
ollvparish@ollv.org or go to our on-line registration at
www.ollvchurch.org.
**In order that we may better serve you, please use your parish
envelopes. This way you are known to us when requesting the
services of the church. Please be aware that active registration is
a requirement for many parish programs.
PRAYER LIST: If you know someone who is ill or in need of
special prayers (not deceased), please contact the parish office at
802-2300 or email to ollvparish@ollv.org.
Office of Victim’s Assistance - If you believe you
are a victim of sexual abuse, please call the hotline at
702-235-7723.
MAY 3, 2015
News Around the Diocese
St. Peregrine Novena with Exposition
of the Blessed Sacrament and Blessing
with a St. Peregrine Relic from Rome
Specifically for those who have Cancer,
are Cancer survivors or care for
someone who has/had Cancer
SHRINE of the MOST HOLY REDEEMER
55 East Reno Avenue, Las Vegas
Every Monday at 6:00pm
If the date falls on a holiday, the Novena
will follow the 12:10 Mass on those days
All prayers are good, when these are accompanied
by the right intention and good will.
— Padre Pio, Spiritual Maxims
MAY 3, 2015
BEARING FRUIT
“Children, let us love not in word or speech but in
deed and truth.” John’s words come to us on this
day when the Gospel passage presents us with the
great image of the vine and the branches. Jesus uses
the image as a warning to those who have begun to
distance themselves from the way of the Lord. One
of the ways this happens is when we love God and
others “in word or speech” instead of “in deed and
truth.” What does it mean for us to “remain in
Christ”? In an extension of the metaphor, the Lord
gives us an example. If we remain in him, we will
bear much fruit. As the branches, we draw strength
from Christ who is the vine. This strength enables us
to bear fruit—to do the work of true discipleship.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 9
Parish News
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. If a longer period of time is needed, please contact the
parish office. (The date next to the name is the date their name is removed)
Bernie Martinez
Jose F. Martinez
Peggy Garcia
Nathan Sadownik
Norma Biggar
Josephine Kaitbenski
Theresa Czerwinski
Laureen M. Williams & Family
Fojales Family
Leinette Marasigan
Elaine Beltran
Darlene A. Gerlak
Veronica Coronel
Jane Krygier
Sonny Bordonaro
Becky Pauley
Angelita De Jesus
Mel Santos
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05/10
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Orlando Nunez & Family
05/10
Maria Runkle
05/10
Angie & Nelson Calimlim & Family
05/10
Fred & Zenaida Quimpe & Family
05/10
Lilibeth Atienza
05/10
Lili Ramutap
05/10
Salditos Family
05/10
Esperanza Lopez & Family
05/10
Toots & Bob Parnel
05/10
Aida Westbrook
05/10
Edna Racoma
05/10
Lourdes Frenandez
05/10
Dominic Valentine
05/10
Beverley Offenberg
05/10
Mary P. Johnson
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Mark & Ryan Gorman & Fam. 05/17
Jim May
Maria Ingram
Russell & Sandra Underwood
William Akers
John McCauley
Linda McCauley
Jayne McCauley
Rosalie Cusimano
Rebecca Chambers
Teresa Mansell
Steve & Jami Grant
Pam Thuemmler
Bill Mitchell
Debbie Wilson
Claudia Barnes
Marino Luna Sr.
Marino Luna Jr.
Anthony Luna
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Tony Nekoranec
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Zee Papazia
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Benji Sanchez
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Rey T. Ordinario
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Francisco Ordinario
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Allison Behrhorst
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Melanie Squires
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Aragon Family
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Colfita Sanchez & Family
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Margie & David Martinez & Family
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Arnold Family
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Pamela Watts & Family
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Elizabeth & John Stefanchuk 05/24
Stefanchuk Family
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Stamatis Fragiadakis
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Shannon Boyd
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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.ollv.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
Performing & 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 WhiteBoards in each classroom
Pre-K through 8th Grade 2015/2016
All parents with prospective students for the 2015 / 2016 school year are invited to stop by the school office to pick up an
informational packet which contains documentation outlining the school screening process. If you are unable to stop by the
office, please call 702-802-2323 and we will be happy to mail you a packet. There will be a test fee of $25 and can be paid on
or before the day of the test. Please return the application form to the school office as soon as possible. Children must be 5
years of age on or before September 30, 2015 to be eligible for Kindergarten for the 2015 / 2016 school year. Due to
the large amount of inquiries received, the screening appointments may become unavailable at any time and without notice.
12 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MAY 3, 2015