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ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC CHURCH
Mass Intentions For The Week
Monday, May 18
9:00 a.m. Mother’s Day Novena Last week the government released the official photograph of Air
12:15 p.m. Force One flying over “Lady Liberty”. The taking of the photograph
caused quite a panic among some New Yorkers as the low flying
Tuesday, May 19 aircraft understandably brought back the horrific memories of 9-11.
9:00 a.m. Souls in Purgatory The previous official photograph of Air Force One, I believe, was that
12:15 p.m. of it flying over Mt. Rushmore. It is understandable why those re-
Wednesday, May 20 sponsible would like a photograph of Air Force One flying over Amer-
9:00 a.m. † Eileen & † Stanley Schnappauf ica’s most recognizable statue. However, to avoid all the panic, I
12:15 p.m. For all those in the Armed Forces and would have suggested that they direct their photo-op toward another
their Families gracious Lady namely Our Lady of the Rockies. You never heard of
her, well you do now. Yes there she stands this gracious Lady arms
Thursday, May 21 wide open beckoning the sons and daughters of America to come to
9:00 a.m. † Nan Bernard her and meet her Son the Savior of our world. Yes, there she stands
12:15 p.m. on a ridge atop of the continental divide 8,510 feet above sea level
Friday, May 22 overlooking Butte, Montana.
6:30 a.m. She is the United States largest Madonna soaring some ninety feet
9:00 a.m. † Robert Oswald into the air. She is dedicated to our Blessed Mother and was erected
12:15 p.m. to honor women everywhere especially mothers.
Saturday, May 23 The idea was the brainchild of a mineworker by the name of Bob
9:00 a.m. Winx & Jim McCarthy (SI) O’Bill, but the work itself was the work of many people of all denomi-
5:00 p.m. Deceased Priests of the Archdiocese nations and people, both national and international, pooled their tal-
Sunday, May 24 ents and resources to make it happen. Today she stands as a re-
7:30 a.m. † Cocetta Sava minder to people of what can be accomplished when people put their
9:00 a.m. † Barbara Ellis differences aside and work together in generosity and love, for the
10:30 a.m. † Irene Pence & † James Bradley betterment of one and all. But all this did not happen overnight, there
12:00 p.m. † Costello Family were the difficult times of disagreements and misunderstandings.
5:00 p.m. People of the Parish Sacrifice and pain was part and parcel of the journey but today she
7:00 p.m. Spanish Mass stands reminding us of what can happen when the goal of one be-
comes the goal of many.
During this month of May, Our Lady of the Rockies while she may like
a photo-op with Air Force One, however, she would much prefer the
sons and daughters of this great country to return to the ways of her
The Spirit of truth will testify to me. Son with minds and hearts renewed; seeking first the Kingdom of
! God rather than the trappings of this world.
For if I Today there is much talk about the world’s economy and various
do not go, the Advocate will not come to you. bankruptcies in the midst of all this chatter let us make sure that we
are not and do not become spiritually bankrupt.
When the Spirit of truth
comes, He will guide you to all truth. Our Lady of the Rockies symbol of Universal Motherhood, grant that
we may always remember those blessings with which we in America
are so abundantly favored. Make us all one family, surround us with
Our sorrow will turned into joy. your mantle of protection and may our hearts and lives be like your
arms opened wide and full of love bearing true witness of Jesus your
Son our Savior to all we meet. Amen
No one will take your joy away from you.
My
Rev. Hugh Marren
Father loves you because you have loved me and believed in
me.
ASCENSION THURSDAY: Thursday, May 21st is the Feast of the
The Lord Jesus was taken up into heaven and Ascension of the Lord. The Archbishop has moved the celebration of
took His seat at the right hand of God. this Feast Day to next Sunday, May 24, 2009.
THE ELIJAH CUP HELPING HANDS NEEDED: Save the Date, Saturday, May
The Elijah Cup is a chalice that is given to 30th from 8:30am to 1:00pm. All families, all sizes, shapes, and
parishioners and families to take home from Mass ages! Helping hands are needed outside for church clean-up.
to use as a focal point while praying for vocations. Many are needed, so please call to volunteer 770-641-9720.
You may sign up for the Mass of your choice in the
main church entrance or call Liz Schantz: 7/518-
6836.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: The Adoration Chapel will be
closed on Friday, May 22nd and Monday May 25th for the Memo-
Sat. 5/19 5:00pm The Chambers Family rial Day weekend.
Sun. 5/10 9:00am The Swidorski Family
10:30am David and Judy Buzzy VENTURING CREW 2006: St. Andrew has a new scouting unit for
young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth
WELCOME grade) through 20 years of age. The Venturing program provides
opportunities that are fun and full of challenge and adventure.
Through these experiences, you will acquire skills in areas of high
adventure, sports, arts and hobbies, and religious life. Contact
Jerry Cross at 770-330-9382 for upcoming activities and meetings
who were baptized into our Christian Community. or check out www.crew2006.org for more information.
All parents who wish to have their children baptized in the month
of June need to attend a Baptism Class on Monday, May 18th .SUMMER RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES:
Please call the office to register. Parents will need to be regis- The Religious Education Department would like all parishioners to
tered and active members of the parish for a minimum of three know that the Summer Religious Education program will run from
months prior to taking the class. June 1st through June 5th . The children will be attending the
9:00am mass each day and the masses may run a little longer.
SECOND COLLECTION: The second collection for next week- Also, the children will be in and out of Adoration during that week
end May 23rd and May 24 is for Fr. HoLung and the Missionaries especially on Wednesday, June 3rd.
of the Poor. The weekend of June 6th and 7th we will have a
collection for the Eucharistic Congress coming up on June 12th
and 13th Two Hearts Vigil—June 5th
ST. MARTIN DE PORRES: St. Martin de Porres will provide First Friday/First Saturday Mass
lunches for the Union Mission next Sunday, May 24. If you can
donate any of the following, please bring them to the parish hall 8:00 pm – Rosary & Confessions
before 11:30am; peanut butter and jelly or bologna and cheese 9:00 pm – Mass for Sacred Heart
sandwiches in individual sandwich bags, fruit (oranges or ba- 10:00pm- Adoration
nanas preferred), bags of mini candy bars, and powdered lemon- 1:00 am - Mass for Immaculate Heart
ade mix. We also need volunteers to help pack the lunches fol-
lowing the 10:30 Mass.
BIENVENIDOS
El Congreso Eucarístico Diocesano Anual
GRUPO DE ORACION SEMILLAS DE PAZ Y AMOR: tendrá lugar la tarde del Viernes 12 de Junio y
No importa el nivel de espiritualidad en el que te encuentres, durante todo el día del Sábado 13 de Junio, en
TODOS SON BIENVENIDOS! Salón 202. Coordinadores: Ma- el Georgia International Convención Center de
rina Urrea y el Diácono Alberto Figueredo. Martes: 7:00pm – Atlanta (cerca del Aeropuerto). Se trata de un evento gratuito, no
9:00pm requiere tickets ni reservaciones. El Viernes por la tarde se celebrará
una Misa seguida del Servicio de Sanación y la trayectoria de REVI-
MINISTERIO JOVENES ADULTOS: Están cordialmente VE para Adultos Jóvenes. Las presentaciones del Sábado estarán a
invitadas las personas mayores de 18 años. cargo de conferencistas/oradores de amplia trayectoria internacional
Viernes: 8:00 pm – 9:30pm. Coordinador: Diácono José Cam- y las actividades del día concluirán con la celebración de la Misa de
pos Vigilia. Petición Especial: si usted esta sirviendo en una de las mu-
chas opciones de voluntariado, en el Congreso Eucarístico de este
PEQUEÑA COMUNIDAD DE FE Y DEVOCION A LA año, por favor consulte la página web Arquidiocesana:
DIVINA MISERICORDIA: Las reuniones se realizan en la www.archalt.com/congress o llame al 404-978-2791 para mayores
Capilla. Lunes: 6:00 – 7:00pm. Enseñanza en el Salón 207. detalles. Por favor, quienes deseen profundizar en su Fe y celebrar
Lunes: 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Coordinadora: María Consuelo Ola- su amor por la Eucaristía, consideren la posibilidad de unirse con
ya otras personas como participantes o voluntarios a través de la Arqui-
diócesis. Para mayor información revisar la página web o contactar a
CLASES DE INGLES PRIMER NIVEL: Cinco semanas Verónica Díaz a través de vdiaz@archalt.com o del número telefóni-
consecutivas. Valor de la inscripción: $20 y los materiales: co 404-978-2791 (Oficina del Arzobispado)
$35. Lunes y Miércoles: 7:00pm - 9:15pm
¿NECESITAS AYUDA PARA VENCER TU DEPEN-
DENCIA DE ALCOHOL O DROGA: Grupo de apoyo
para hombres y mujeres, no mayores de 6 a 10 personas. Para recibir los SACRAMENTOS en nuestra Iglesia es necesario estar inscri-
Dirigido por María González, LCSW terapeuta profesional tos en la Parroquia, durante un lapso mínimo de 3 meses y cumplir con los
licenciada en el Estado de Georgia y miembro de la Asocia- deberes de nuestra religión.
ción Católica de Terapeutas.
Inscripciones en el vestíbulo o contactar a la Sra. María al CONFESIONES: En Español: Lunes de 7:00 pm a 9:00pm /
678 – 862 - 3024 . Costo : $10 por sesión. Salón: Bethlehem. Oficina del Padre Juan.
Miércoles: 7:00pm – 8:00pm.
MISION COMO MUJER ESTUDIO PRESESNTADO REQUISITOS: Estar registrados en la Parroquia por lo
POR EL REGNUN CHRISTI: Estudio de tres módulos: “ menos durante 3 meses. Acta de Nacimiento del niño/a. Los
Mi dignidad y vocación como mujer”: 30 de Abril / ”La Mujer y padrinos deben ser Católicos activos y haber recibido los Sacra-
la Iglesia”: 21 de Mayo / “El orden del Amor”: 11 de Junio. Ins- mentos del Bautismo, Primera Comunión y Confirmación. Ca-
cripciones en el vestíbulo. Costo de todos los módulos: $ 20. sados: Certificado de Matrimonio. Solteros: mayores de 16 años de edad.
Salón: RCIA. De 7:00pm a 9:00pm. Certificado de Bautismo.
Pláticas de Preparación: Se requiere la asistencia obligatoria de los pa-
TALLERES EN MAYO: dres y los padrinos en el Salón RCIA. No hay guardería. Primer Martes del
¿Quieres involucrarte en la comunidad? ¿ Formar parte de la gran mes de 7:30pm – 9:00pm
familia que colabora en los diferentes Ministerios? Los siguientes Ceremonia Bautismal: En la Capilla, segundo Sábado del mes, a las
talleres te prepararán y apoyarán en tu crecimiento espiritual: 11:00am