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Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic Church
Lee’s Summit, Missouri • www.olpls.org
Vision Statement:
Our Lady of the Presentation is a vibrant, Eucharist-centered community offering all Catholics participation
in sacraments, social action and Christian education.
Mission Statement:
To share our gifts by providing opportunities for spiritual growth in worship, service, education and
community activities, is our mission.
Fifth Sunday of Lent
March 22, 2015
Lenten Activities This Week
Monday, March 23
Morning Prayer: 8am, Church
Masses: 6:30am & 8:15am
Eucharistic Adoration: 9am to 8pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Tuesday, March 24
Morning Prayer: 8am, Church
Mass: 8:15am
Rosary: 5pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Seven Last Words (a musical meditation on the Passion): 7pm, Church
Wednesday, March 25
Morning Prayer: 8am, Church
Masses: 6:30am & 8:15am
Eucharistic Adoration: 9am to 8pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Thursday, March 26
Morning Prayer: 8am, Church
Mass: 8:15am
Freedom & Forgiveness Book Discussion & Dinner, 6:30pm, Mulligan
Friday, March 27
Masses: 6:30am & 8:15am, Church
Prayer: 8am, Church
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: 9am to 8pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Stations of the Cross: 2:15pm, w/school community, Church
Stations of the Cross: 7:00pm, Traditional, Church
Parish Fish Fry: 5:00 to 7:30pm, Auditorium, see menu & pricing on page 11.
Palm Sunday, March 29
Palm blessing and procession before Masses. We will gather outside, so please arrive a bit early for Mass.
If there is inclement weather, we will begin the procession in the Mulligan Room.
The Fifth Week of Lent
The hour of decision nears, we leave behind earth’s treasures, so in love we, too, can serve.
Some Greeks approach the apostles, asking to see Jesus. The hour of decision for all people has arrived:
Jew or Greek, those who serve Jesus must follow Him, and those who follow must give up their lives
in service.
How far are you willing to go in serving Jesus?
What must you let go of so that you can follow Jesus more intentionally?
Jesus indicates that He would like to ask God to save him from the suffering that lies ahead,
but knows he must accept God’s will in his life.
What suffering we must accept as part of God’s plan for us?
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Thoughts From Fr. Tom
In today’s Gospel, Jesus continues to speak
about his impending death and the glory of his
Resurrection. He uses metaphorical language when
he says: The hour has come for the Son of Man to
be glorified. Amen, amen, I say to you, unless a
grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it
remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies it
produces much fruit. Christ is the grain of wheat
that dies in order to bear much fruit for those who
believe in him and follow his ways. Through our
faith in Jesus, we are called to die to self so that we
can be transformed by Christ and bear the good fruit
of faith in our lives. Our Lenten journey is an opportunity each year to die to those things in our lives
that do not produce good fruit and allow ourselves to
experience the joy of new life that comes through
Christ. May the remaining days of Lent lead us
deeper into this mystery.
This weekend the elect and candidates from
our parish preparing to join the Catholic faith at
Easter gathered for a retreat. This time of prayer and
reflection is an opportunity for them to be nourished
by the beauty of our faith. This year we are blessed
with 37 individuals who have been sharing in the
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) and
are now choosing to be part of our faith tradition.
Each one of them has their own unique story, but
each of them has been led by God to make this powerful statement of faith. Whether it be for family
unity, marriage to a Catholic, the example of friends
and family, or their own spiritual or intellectual
pursuits, each has experienced God at work in their
lives. Our responsibility as a faith community is to
pray for them and nurture their faith through our
example. Sometimes we cradle Catholics can take
for granted all that we have been given. Our elect
and candidates remind us of the precious gift that has
been shared with us through Christ. Please keep
them in your prayers each day and help them feel
welcome here at Presentation.
Next weekend is Palm/Passion Sunday. As we
begin each Mass with the waving of palms and the
story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, this
celebration is also our annual entry into Holy Week
where we remember the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus. Weather permitting, we will gather
outside for the beginning of each Mass. Please try to
arrive a little early in order to pick up your palms
and gather outside for the procession.
Don’t forget about our Parish Reconciliation
Parish Events This Week
Monday, March 23
Eucharistic Adoration, 9am until 8pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Chair Yoga, 9am, Etue
Mass Coordinator Mtg, 6pm, Mulligan
Spanish Young Missionaries, 6:30pm, Etue
Cub Scout Pack Mtg, 6:30pm, Auditorium
Boy Scout Mtg, 6:45pm, Yellow House
Choir Program Rehearsal, 7pm, Church
Tuesday, March 24
Holy Donuts, 9am, Mulligan
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, 9:30am & 5:30pm, Yellow House
Rosary, 5pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Bishop Helmsing Class-Spanish, 6:30pm, Classroom #125
“Seven Last Words” Lenten program, 7pm, Church
ECC Open House, 7pm, ECC
Wednesday, March 25
All School Mass, 8:15am, Church
Eucharistic Adoration, 9am until 4pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
Scripture Study, 5:30pm, Parish Office
CFF Classes, 5 & 6:45pm, Classrooms/Church/Mulligan
Scripture Study, 5:30pm, Parish Office
CFF Choristers, 6:15pm, Cooper
Adult Bible Study, 6:30pm, Library
Divorced/Separated Support Group, 6:45pm, Log House
Isaiah Bible Study, 7pm, Cooper
Men’s Basketball, 9pm, Gym
Thursday, March 26
Choir Practice, 6:30pm, Church/Cooper
OLP School Curriculum Fair, 5 to 8pm, Auditorium/Gym
Spanish Bible Study, 6:30pm, Etue
Freedom & Forgiveness Book Discussion & Dinner, 6:30pm, Mulligan
Choir Practice, 6:30pm, Church/Cooper
Grief Support Group, 7pm, Log House
Friday, March 27
Eucharistic Adoration, 9am to 8pm, St. Ann Adoration Chapel
OLP School Respect Life Day, 9:30am to 12:30pm, Church/Mulligan/Etue
Stations of the Cross w/school community, 2:15pm, Church
Parish Fish Fries, 5-7:30pm, Auditorium
Stations of the Cross, Traditional, 7pm, Church
Saturday, March 28
Baptism Preparation Class, 9am, Mulligan North
Children’s Liturgy of the Word, 4:30pm, Mulligan South
Palm Sunday, March 29
Children’s Liturgy of the Word, 8:30am, Mulligan South
RCIA, 8:30am, Etue
RCIA-Children, 8:30am, Computer Room
Orchestra Practice, 9am, Music Room
Service this Sunday (tomorrow or today depending
on which Mass you are attending), March 22, at
7:00 p.m. All of us are encouraged to celebrate the
sacrament in preparation for Easter. There will be a
number of priests hearing confessions. Please join us.
Many Blessings!
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MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, March 23
6:30am, For Those Suffering From Hunger
8:15am, People of Presentation
Tuesday, March 24
8:15am, Wanda June Geiger by The Bennefeld Family
Wednesday, March 25
6:30am, For All Unborn Children of the World by The
Knights of Columbus
8:15am, Jack Murphy by the Hiatt Family
Thursday, March 26
8:15am, Special Intention of Bob & Rose Holder by Mike
Holder
Friday, March 27
6:30am, For the Deceased Members of OLP Parish
8:15am, Jeremy Maschmann by The Maschmann Family
Saturday, March 28
4:30pm, Norbert & Ester Kipp by Russ & Maurine
Fenstermann
Sunday, March 29
7:00am, Eleanor G. Matturro by Family
8:30am, Jack Murphy by The Godfrey Family
10:00am, Alma Gaukel by Dianne & Neal Voltz
12:00pm, Tom Walsh by Ellen Walsh
5:00pm, People of Presentation
Please welcome the newly baptized:
Grace Maria Ayala
Parents: Juan & Angela Ayala
Praying for the Sick
Due to confidentiality guidelines, only the Person requesting
prayer, or a designated family member, may add or remove a
name. Names remain on the published prayer list for two
months. Call the Pastoral Care office, 251-1102. For daily
prayer requests, call Darlene, Prayer Chain Coordinator, 524-5720.
Please remember the following in your prayers:
Richard Arguar
Michelle Arreguin
AJ Boos
Bridgena Cahill
Terri Curless
Vern Degenhardt
Carolyn Diehl
Joseph Evans
Janelle Ewigman
Ann Farmer
Bill Foster
Doris Fountain
Caden Gabel
Brian Galvez
Frank Greco
Cleta Gregg
Barbara Harness
Chip Hennequin
Bruce Hiatt
Leon Holzer
Bill Kelly
Diana Kennedy
Jackson Kozisek
Phillip Kozisek
Carrie Landtiser
Marge Lindenbusch
Anna Loegering
Todd Long
Ron McColpin
Don McGraw
Sheila Naylor
Lukas Nedelco
Boston Reid
Larry Reynolds
Chad Shaffer
John Sidoti
Leslie Swaters
Jared Thomson
Owen Nathanial
Transue
Julie Weyhofen
Betty Wright
From Death to New Life
Please remember in your prayers the family &
friends of
Judy Murray, March 12, daughter-in-law of
Norma Murray
Carol Rios, March 12, sister of Doreen Evans
Teresa Bice, March 13
Susan Wiethan, March 13
Marty Eckert, March 15, mother of Vicki (Chris) Mueller
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Servers
Greeters
Lector
(Deacon) Eucharistic Ministers
Time Date
LITURGICAL MINISTERS
Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion, March 29, 2015
4:30PM
7:00AM
8:30AM
10:00AM
12:00PM
5:00 – Spanish
Frank Bailey
Cindy Barker
Elaine Beachner
Mary Branson
Kevin Dunn
Lloyd German
Ann Hoffman
Annie Huber
Kailey McNett
Gene Zvacek
Bill Bass
Jack Morasch
Todd Steele
Frank Zizza
Jennifer Fleschute
Cara Haddad
Jim Harrington
Andrea Harrington
Kathy Hilbert
David Hilbert
Lavon Kimminau
Todd McFarland
Michael Miller
Rebecca Neihouse
Bob Arredondo
Len Danaher
Chris Jochems
Frank Kratofil
Jerry Mook
Rick Pycior
Debbie Ripper
Randy Rotert
Jason Rush
Ken Wagner
Andre Fontcha
Assunta Griffin
Richard Griffin
Mike King
Linda Lancaster
Anna Mitchell
Jim Monteil
Abby Monteil
Janet Sanchez
Mike Sanchez
Padre
Rosalia
Indelisa
Rebeca
John Jr.
Martha G.
(Michael Peterson)
(Keith Hoffman)
(Keith Hoffman)
(Keith Hoffman)
(Michael Peterson)
Kay Morrissey
Dominic Schoenherr
Danny Banderas SP
Judy Mullin
Mary Morgan
Jo Engert SP
Matt Wheeler
Eric Farrow
Michael McEnany SP
Hugh Marshall
Karen Spitznagle
Kevin Emmendorfer SP
Anita Tucker
Kay King
Karen Norton SP
Sara
Jenny
Betsy Dodson
Michelle Ramirez
John Sakmar
Pat Sharbel
Rosemary Yeater
JoAnn Cook
Jennifer Fleschute
Jack Greenwell
Travis Greenwell
Bonnie Peterman
Jerry Peterman
Knights of Columbus
Knights of Columbus 3
Columbus Knight 1
Columbus Knight 2
Robin Wankum
Valerie Rhodes
Machelle Seiler
Linda Skaith
Melanie Syndal
Kay Williams
Enrique
Aspen C. (S)
Tyson H.
Peyton H.
Cassidy S. (S)
Alex N.
Haley N.
Alec N. (S)
Vinny C.
Rebecca H.
Kevin M. (S)
Keith M.
Mary Ann R.
Anthony H. (S)
Lilianna H.
Vincent H.
Jade
Adonnes
Rocio
STEWARDSHIP
“If anyone would serve me,” says Jesus in today’s Gospel, “let him follow me; where I am,
there will my servant be.” In what way is Jesus inviting me to follow Him? What service is
He asking of me? See John 12:26 - Stewardship by the Book
Stewardship Giving
3/9/15 - 3/15/15
Envelopes:
Plate:
Future Projects:
Catholic Relief Services:
$22,549
$ 1,310
$ 271
$ 4,164
Our Lady of the Presentation offers an “Online
Giving” option for parishioners. This is a easy, safe and
secure way to make contributions online and to update
your contact information.
How do you register?
Ways to Leave a Legacy
Prepare or amend your living will or living trust, naming
charities that have made a difference in your life.
“I give, devise, and bequeath to Our Lady of the
Presentation Parish, 130 NW Murray Road, Lee’s
Summit, MO 64081 ______% of my estate or $______
sum of money, or “described” property to be used for
its general purposes, as part of the Catholic Diocese
of KC/St. Joseph.
► Go to the parish website, www.olpls.org
► Click the “Online Giving” button at the top
right
► Click on the Online Giving Link to complete the
online registration form
Did you know…..
Through our Online Giving, in addition to making a
contribution, you can also view and print your Annual
Contribution Statement. Please call either Carolyn or
Julie in the Parish Office at 251-1100 if you have any
questions.
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CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION
SAVE THE DATE!
March 29
Vacation Bible School 2015
4:30pm: Michelle Ramirez
Amy Makovec
June 22-26
9:00 a.m. to Noon
8:30am: Colleen Daugherty
Judy Daughterty
Registration after all Masses
May 16th & 17th.
Service in Action:
Ms. Diana and Mr. Alan’s
CFF First Grade class
helped others by washing
the desks in the
classroom they share each
week.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Youth Leadership Team Meets TODAY
Youth and adults on the youth ministry leadership
team meet today from 4:00 -6:00pm in the youth
room of the yellow house. Join us as we plan youth
ministry events and service projects for April thru
summer. Bring your ideas and a side dish to share.
Plan to stay for Youth Community.
Youth Community Meets TODAY
All youth in grades 7 thru 12 are welcome for our
monthly youth community gathering. We have gym
time, talk about our Catholic faith, have games and
get to know you activities. Friends are welcome too!
Bring a snack to share if you can.
Mission Trip Team 2015
See you at the remaining Fish Fries! Payment #2 is
due April 1st. Our next meeting is April 19th at
6:30 p.m. Payment #3 is due May 1st. Mark your
calendar for our final meeting on June 23rd, 7:00 p.m.
Confirmation 2015
Confirmation service opportunity form,
Confirmation name form and Sponsor reports were due to the Youth Ministry Office March 16th.
Emails with links were sent and mailed to your home
regarding Confirmation rehearsal April 12th and Confirmation April 13th. Please contact the Youth Ministry
Office if you have any questions at 251.1103.
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Friday, March 27 is our
last LENTEN FISH
FRY for 2015! Don’t
miss your last
chance to have
a delicious fish
dinner with
friends, family
and parishioners while
supporting our Youth
Service Mission Trip!
Thank you
for your support!
Lenten Ideas for
Catholic Teens:
PRAYER—Say a
prayer each night before
bed for someone you love.
FASTING– Fast from
judging someone, rather,
find something Christ –like
within them.
ALMSGIVING-Collect
new men’s socks with
friends and donate to
Project Uplift by April
13th (via Youth Ministry
Office), 251-1107
SCHOOL NEWS
Congratulations to OLP’s 6th, 7th and 8th
grade students who competed in the
Archbishop O’Hara Middle School Math
Competition on March 6th. The team scored
a record high score to secure 1st Place!
Individual Placers were:
8th Grade: 1st - Caden G. ; 2nd – Dan T.
7th Grade: 2nd – Jack K. ; 3rd – Keith M.;
4th – Jackson V.
6th Grade: 1st – Jacob N.; 3rd – Daniel W.
ECC NEWS
We will host our Open House for prospective families this Tuesday, March 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Make plans to attend if you are interested in
enrolling your child at OLP ECC for the 2015-2016
school year or even if you would just like to check
out the facility and learn more about our program for
future enrollment. We will also be having lots of fun
this week with our annual Easter egg hunts. Every
class will have an opportunity by age groups to
enjoy an egg hunt on our front lawn. Our families
look forward to this event every year and its quite
fun to watch!
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Bible Study with Fr. Barron
Using biblical insights, Fr. Robert Barron
helps us understand Jesus through the lens
of the Old Testament.
Six one-hour sessions
Mondays, April 27
through June 8
BookClub
Dinner&Discussion
Whether you’ve read a paragraph, a chapter or the entire book, join us!
Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. for dinner & discussion
Please RSVP to Mary Pat, mstorms@olpls.org or 251-1113
Discussion Questions
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What is your image of God and how does it affect your disposition toward the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
How is the existence of hell compatible with a merciful God?
How does viewing conscience as a place of sacred unity with God change one’s attitude toward sin and confession?
What are some of the daily decisions involved in forgiveness?
What experiences of God using imperfect humans to build up the Church have you encountered?
How would you describe the human experience of being at once broken and blessed?
Why does Reconciliation lead to Eucharist?
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Daily Mass
Readings
Monday, March 23
Dn 13:41c-62; Jn 8:1-11
Thursday, March 26
Gn 17:3-9; Jn 8:51-59
Tuesday, March 24
Nm 21:4-9; Jn 8:21-30
Friday, March 27
Jer 20:10-13; Jn 10:31-42
Wednesday, March 25
Saturday, March 28
Ez 37:21-28; Jn 11:45-56
The Annunciation of the Lord
Is 7:10-14; 8:10; Heb 10:4-10;
Lk 1:26-38
Did you know that you can read the Daily Readings on your Apple or Android phone with
myParishApp? Download and enter 64081 to find Our Lady of the Presentation’s App.
An EXAMINATION OF CONSCIENCE prepares us to celebrate God’s
gift of forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
The 10 Commandments offer a structure for examining one’s
conscience, as do the Works of Mercy, the Beatitudes, and
Catholic Social Teaching. In taking time to reflect on how well
we are responding to God’s plan for our lives, we can celebrate
Reconciliation well.
PASTORAL CARE
WEEKLY PRAYER
Rosary: Monday-Friday, after 8:15am Mass &
Tuesdays, 5pm, St. Ann Chapel
Adult Bible Study: Wednesdays, 6:30pm, Library
Isaiah Bible Study: Wednesdays, 7pm, Cooper
Spanish Bible Study, Thursdays, 6:30pm, Etue
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
St. Ann Adoration Chapel
To sign up for a specific time, please call
Roger or Beth Tilling at 524-8572.
Good Friday, April 3
Stations of the Cross
3:00 p.m.
in the Church
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MINISTERIO HISPANO - HISPANIC MINISTRIES
Grupo de oración
Todos los jueves a las 6:30pm se reúne el grupo
Renacer en Cristo en el Salón Etue. Invitados a tener
un momento de intimidad con Cristo, a escuchar su
palabra y recibir la presencia del Espíritu Santo.
Sistema de la Nueva
Evangelizacion
Quieres formar parte de estos pequenas
comunidades en casa llamar a Pedro Chavez
816-565-3335.
Infancia Misionera
Los invitamos a que traigan a sus niños a que participen de la Infancia Misionera y aprendan más sobre
su fe. Todos los lunes de 6:30 a 7:30PM en el salón
Etue.
Group de Reflexion del Evangelio del
Domingo en casa. Para mas informacion llamar a Pedro Chavez
816-565-3335.
Radio Catolica En Español
Kansas City tiene una nueva emisora de radio Católica en español, 1190 AM. Escuche todos los días de 9
-4PM.
MISSION & OUTREACH
Our parish serves the homeless and working
poor at the St. James Place Community
Kitchen on the 1st Thursday and the 3rd
Tuesday of each month.
Volunteers help serve already prepared food,
clean tables and wash dishes. We carpool from
the Parish Office at 3:30 p.m. and return by
7:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed for:
May 7 - 10 people
May 19 - 10 people
Our parish helps Project Uplift serve Kansas
City’s homeless every second Monday of the
month. We leave Presentation at 4:45 p.m. and
travel to the Uplift warehouse at 16th & Prospect
to load trucks, then deliver a warm meal and
supplies to homeless camps. Return to
Presentation by 9:45 p.m. Volunteers are
needed for:
July 13 - 4 people
August 10 - 4 people
Two drivers are needed each time.
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To volunteer contact Christy, 251-1107 or Jacqui, 251-1103.
PARISH NEWS
The Knights of Columbus welcomes all
Catholic men over the age of 18. We’re an
organization of faith formation, charitable
fund raising and social services for our
parish and surrounding community.
“Catholic men putting their faith into action”
Can the Knights be of service to your family
or organization?
Are you interested in joining?
Contact us: grandknight@kofc6819.org
Tom Wankum – Grand Knight
Sunday, March 29: 10:00 a.m. K of C Mass
Tuesday, April 14: 6:40 p.m., First Degree Initiation,
VFW Hall, Lee’s Summit; 8:00 p.m., General Meeting
Sunday, April 12: K of C Monthly Breakfast
Saturday, April 18: Fourth Degree Exemplification, KC
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Why is speaking ill of
another a sin? Because there is hatred
in my heart, aversion,
not love. We must
always ask for this
grace: to know what is
happening in our
heart, to constantly
make the right choice,
the choice for good.*
You can’t understand
Christianity without
understanding this
profound humiliation of
the Son of God who
humbled himself and
became a servant unto
death, even death on a
cross, in order to serve
us.*
Give 25 for each time
you help a family
member or a
neighbor.
March 24
Learn something
new about someone by listening to
their story.
Pope Francis 1/31/14
It will do us well
today to pray for
ourselves, that the
Lord might grant
us the grace not to
lose the sense of
sin, and that the
kingdom of God
might never be
diminished in us.*
Read and reflect
on John 8:21-30
*“Pope Francis: Living Lent with Passion” by Mark Neilson
Pray for forgiveness
and attend a Penance
Service. Then celebrate!
Pope Francis 2/16/14
Read and reflect on
John 8:1-11
Read and reflect on
Hebrews 5:7-9
Pope Francis 4/8/14
March 23
March 22
Fast and give up
a special treat
today.
Pope Francis
3/5/14
Why must we
return to God?
Because something is not right
in us, not right in
society, in the
Church, and we
need to change, to
give it a new
direction. This is
called needing to
convert!*
Read and reflect
John 8:31-42
March 25
Give 25¢ if you
have a water heater.
I distrust a
charity that
costs nothing
and does not
hurt. *
It may be that the
Lord uses our sacrifices to shower blessings
in another part of the
world which we will
never visit. The Holy
Spirit works as he
wills, when he wills
and where he wills; we
entrust ourselves
without pretending to
see striking results.
We know only that
our commitment is
necessary.*
Joy of the Gospel
Fast in solidarity with those
who are hungry
by sharing a
simple meal
with your
family today.
Pope Francis:
2/4/14
Read and reflect
John 10:31-42
March 27
Read and reflect
John 8:31-42
March 26
Fast from electronics
and show God’s love
to those around you.
Joy of the Gospel
Spiritual worldliness,
which hides behind
the appearance of piety and even love for
the Church, consists in
seeking not the Lord’s
glory but human glory
and personal
well
-being.*
Read and reflect
Jeremiah 11:18-20
March 28
Train a boy in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not swerve from it. PROVERBS 22:6
In the words of Elisio of Estanzuelas, El Salvador “The students hope that God will change your hearts and more people will come to
inspire change throughout all of El Salvador. What was once unthinkable is now achievable through education.” WOW, together, we are
making a difference, one student at a time!
It is heart-warming hospitality which is shared by the committee, students and their parents as members of our parish visit El Salvador each year. They have far less than we do, but always go out of their way to share the best of what they have. There is entertainment
prepared by the students - songs, dancing, and presentations of projects they have mastered through their affiliation with our scholarship
and formation program. It is quite evident that our contributions have made a difference in their community.
There is so much strife and injustice in our world and it is easy to throw up your hands and feel that you can do nothing to help promote positive change.
One visit to our sister community, San Raphael Cedros, and you will not feel this way again. Here are some of the comments made by students and their families
during a visit:
“Your support helped us to complete their dreams.”; “Your support changed our lives.”; “It is a privilege to be a part of this project.”; “We desire to finish
what we started.”; “Please continue to support our future students.” ; “We love to have you visit here, and hope you will take back beautiful memories from El
Salvador.”; “Your support has infused hope into our community.”; “Thanks are to God.”; “Fifteen years ago, it was almost impossible to
see us going to the university, but now our community dreams are bigger and broader. We do not wish to disappoint our supporters.”
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Tim Kliethermes & Tom Fournier
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1308 SW Market Street
Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
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Phone: (913) 451-2300
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816-524-3700
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101 SE 2nd Street
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Dr. Curt Brennan, D.C., B.C.A.O.
Parishioner
OFFICE: 816-347-9747
229 NW Blue Parkway, Suite C
Lee’s Summit
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Dr. Paul T. Matlock
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301 NE Mulberry St.
Ste. 205
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246-4920
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SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING
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Serving w/integrity
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• Disposals • Faucets • Video Inspections & Line Locate
Gas & Drain Lines • Toilets • Re-Piping • Remodeling
• Sewer & Water Line Replacement • Excavating
• Hydro-Jetting • Sump Pumps
• Major Credit Cards Accepted
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Direct: 816-251-1515
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For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-945-6629
Rev. Thomas Holder, Pastor
E-mail: frtom@olpls.org
Rev. Mr. Keith Hoffman, Deacon • Rev. Mr. Mike Peterson, Deacon
Our Lady of the Presentation Parish Office
130 NW Murray Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
816-251-1100 • Fax: 816-251-1199 • www.olpls.org
Hours: 8:45am to 4:45pm, Monday - Friday
MASS SCHEDULE:
RECONCILIATION:
Weekday Mass: 8:15am (Monday - Friday)
Saturday: 4:30pm
Sunday: 7:00, 8:30 & 10:00 am, Noon & 5:00pm (Spanish)
Saturdays: 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
or by appointment.
Sundays: 4:30 p.m. (in Spanish)
OUR PARISH STAFF
SACRAMENTS
David Armstrong, Director of Liturgy & Music, 251-1110
Email: darmstrong@olpls.org
Shelby Burton, Office Assistant, 251-1115
Email: sburton@olpls.org
Jodi Briggs, Principal of OLP School, 251-1150
Email: jbriggs@olpls.org
Carolyn Christianson, Parish Administrator, 251-1108
Email: cchristianson@olpls.org
Jo Engert, Director of Children’s Faith Formation,
251-1135
Email: jengert@olpls.org
Assistant: Mary Hiatt, 251-1146, Email: mhiatt@olpls.org
Diana Hennessey, Sunday School Coordinator, 729-6410
Email: sundayschool@olpls.org
Christy Gruenbaum, Director of Youth Ministry, 251-1107
Email: cgruenbaum@olpls.org
YM Assistant, Jacqui Grimes, 251-1103
Email: jgrimes@olpls.org
Julie Hyde, Finance Coordinator, 251-1109
Email: jhyde@olpls.org
Cathy Koob, Director of Early Childhood Center, 251-1140
Email: ckoob@olpls.org
Jane Krawczyk, Director of Stewardship, 251-1119
Email: jkrawczyk@olpls.org
Teresa Medrano, Hispanic Ministry, 977-3716
Email: medranowoman62@gmail.com
Anna Mitchell, Director of Communications, 251-1105
Email: amitchell@olpls.org
Bulletin deadline: Thursdays at Noon, one week prior.
Marilyn Schmidt, Director of Pastoral Care, 251-1102
Email: mschmidt@olpls.org
Pastoral Care Assistant, Kay Williams, 251-1134
Email: kwilliams@olpls.org
Mary Schmidt, Office Assistant, 251-1115
Email: maschmidt@olpls.org
Mary Pat Storms, Director of Adult Faith Formation,
251-1113
Email: mstorms@olpls.org
Eileen Whiting, Receptionist, 251-1100
Email: ewhiting@olpls.org
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION: Involves preparation
of adults and unbaptized children 7 and older for the sacraments
of initiation which include Baptism, Communion and Confirmation. To learn more about becoming Catholic and/or RCIA,
contact Mary Pat Storms, 251-1113 or mstorms@olpls.org.
Report Abuse:
Diocesan Ombudsman: Jenifer Valenti, 816-812-2500
Diocesan Victim’s Advocate: Bonnie Kane, 816-392-0011
BAPTISM: Parents seeking baptism for their child should register with Mary Pat Storms, 251-1113 or mstorms@olpls.org
CONFIRMATION: Our Confirmation process begins with
registration in the fall of the candidate’s sophomore year with
Confirmation usually in the spring. For information, call the
Youth Ministry Office, 251-1107.
MARRIAGE: Please contact the Parish Office, 251-1100, nine
months prior to your desired wedding date.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The Sacrament of the Sick is
for those who are ill, hospitalized or facing surgery. Call the
Pastoral Care Office, 251-1102. Hospitalization: Due to privacy
laws, hospitals can no longer notify parishes when a parishioner
is admitted. If you or a family member is hospitalized, please
notify the Parish Office, 251-1100, with admission information.
The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is committed to
combatting sexual abuse in the Church. If you are a victim of
sexual abuse, or if you observe or suspect sexual abuse:
1.
2.
3.
Call the Missouri Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-392-3738
(if the victim is currently under the age of 18), and
Contact your local law enforcement agency or call 911,
and
After reporting to these civil and law enforcement authorities, report suspected sexual abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult to the Diocesan Ombudsman, Jenifer Valenti, at
816-812-2500 or JeniferValenti@att.net, if the abuse
involves a priest, deacon, employee or volunteer of the
Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph.
The Diocese has a sincere commitment to providing care
and healing resources to victims of sexual abuse and their families. Please contact Victim Advocate Bonnie Kane at 816-3920011 or kane@diocesekcsj.org for more information.