. o` e St. Peter Roman Catholic Church Mission Statement

Our mission is to proclaim the Kingdom of God by living the Gospel

of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacrament, and Service as taught by

the Roman Catholic Church. St. Peter Parish is a community of

dedicated Catholics centered on the Eucharist, which is the source

and the summit of all that we do and hope to become. Approved August 19, 2014

PARISH SACRAMENTS

SACRAMENT OF THE MOST HOLY EUCHARIST

As a parish, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is central to who we are and what we do.

Regular Mass Times are listed on the front of the

bulletin. Please contact the office for special Mass times during Lent and Holy Days of Obligation. To

receive formation for First Holy Communion,

contact the Parish Office, 896-9408.

SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION Essential to the Christian Life, the Sacrament of Confession is where we come into

contact with Christ who wishes to heal and bless us.

Regular Confession is an integral part of practicing

our Faith and experiencing the peace and joy of a

personal relationship with Jesus. 30 minutes before

every Mass, the Sacrament of Confession is offered. If you need to receive the Sacrament of Confession

for the first time, contact the Parish Office, 896-

9408.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Through the waters of Baptism, the new Christian enters the Church and is given Eternal

Life. To have your infant baptized, please contact

the Parish Office at least 2-4 months prior to the baby’s due date so that there is enough time to

complete preparation for the Sacrament.

Parents should be registered, participating members of the Parish Family.

Proposed Sponsors (Godparents) should be

attending Mass regularly. Both parents and sponsors receive a Baptismal Packet which must be

completed and received before attendance at a

Baptismal instruction class is scheduled. A Baptismal date is determined after all Church

requirements are satisfied.

If you are a parent or an adult seeking the Sacrament of Baptism, please contact the Parish

Office, 896-9408.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE In the beginning, God created mankind

as one, male and female. Christ elevated this union to the level of a Sacrament, an image of His own love

for His Bride, The Church. Our Parish Family is

made up of many beautiful marriages who enrich the Church and the world. Couples discerning the

vocation of Holy Matrimony should contact the

Parish Office to begin the journey of preparing for their new life together no later than 6-9 months prior

to the desired wedding date.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK AND FUNERAL/BURIAL

ARRANGEMENTS The Church and her Sacraments

accompany us at every moment of our life. When

we are very sick or nearing the end of this life, we receive the healing of Christ through Anointing of

the Sick. Please contact the Parish Office, 896-9408,

to make an appointment. Also, contact the church office before

you contact anyone else in making funeral

arrangements. We are here to guide you through that most difficult time.

NEW PARISHIONERS WELCOME Register at: www.sprcc.org.

Or call the parish office.

Parochial Vicar Father Thainese Alphonse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408

Parish Deacon Deacon Barney Lejeune . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408 Parish Secretary, Bulletin Editor & Safe Environment Coordinator

Patricia Blumrich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . 896-9408 Faith Formation Secretary, Parish Receptionist

Jody McConnell..... . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408 Parish Bookkeeper & Cemetery Manager

Cindy Courville.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408

Capital Campaign Office Manager Karen Broussard . . . . . . . .. . . .. . … . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408 Carencro Catholic School Principal

Andre` Angelle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 896-8973 Perpetual Adoration Coordinators

Gloria Matte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 658-3759 Melinda Devillier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . 896-1334

Welcome Committee Chairperson Carolyn Huval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .658-1843 Neocatechumenal Way John McConnell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280-4267 Sacred Music Coordinator

Dr. Michael Totaro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408 Natural Family Planning

Kirk & Jessica Guilbeau. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 886-1437 Pro-Life Coordinator Margaret Vidrine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .896-4637 Come, Lord Jesus Coordinator

Melinda Devillier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . 896-1334 Catholic Daughters

GeorgAnna Robichaux. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-0120 St. Anne Society Madeline S. Braquet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-8703 Bonne Mort Society

Noreen Breaux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 896-8780 Knights of Columbus

(3rd Degree) Matt Arceneaux, Grand Knight . . . . . . . . mattarceneaux@gmail.com (4th Degree) Duane Prejean, Faithful Navigator . . . . . duane.prejean@gmail.com

Altar Servers Matt Arceneaux .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mattarceneaux@gmail.com

St. Vincent De Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9499 God’s Little Dusters

Rose Richard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 896-6278 Usher Coordinator

Wilbert Lacombe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 896-9615 Cub Scout Pack 497

Cassandra Underwood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 – 787-9017 Prayer Line

Debbie Young. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280-6662 Unplanned Pregnancy

For Free Confidential Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 289-9366 Parish Pastoral Council Members

Allen Latour, Chairperson; Janet Stelly, Vice-Chairperson; Carolyn Huval, Secretary; Matthew Arceneaux, John Bergeron, Danny Martin, Duane Prejean, Richard Tietz, Zach Rock, Youth Member Linus Cortez, Finance Committee Chair Debbie LaFleur, Finance Committee Vice Chair Burt Arceneaux, Bob Simpson, Parish Trustees

OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Tuesday - Thursday: 8am -12noon, 1pm-4pm Wednesday - Friday: 8am-12noon

Fr. Mark P. Ledoux Pastor

VOLUME 1201 NUMBER 1202

THIS WEEEKEND: + EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION IMMEDIATELY

FOLLOWING 5:30PM MASS

+ SACRAMENT OF FIRST HOLY COMMUNION Please pray for our First Communion Candidates

and their parents!

MARK YOUR

CALENDAR

MONDAY – JUNE 24 6:30AM – Mass 5:30PM – Patriotic Rosary

TUESDAY – JUNE 25 6:30AM – Mass 6:00PM – Choir Practice

WEDNESDAY – JUNE 26 6:30AM – Mass 5:30PM – Overeaters Anonymous [St. Anne AV Room] 7:00PM – Neocatechumenal Way [St. Anne AV Room]

THURSDAY – JUNE 27 6:30AM – Mass 6:30PM – 4th Degree Knights of Columbus [Parish Hall]

FRIDAY – JUNE 28 Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

6:30AM – Mass SATURDAY – JUNE 29

Feast of Saints Peter & Paul (Parish Patronal Feast Day)

4:00PM – Mass SUNDAY – JUNE 30

7:00AM, 10:00AM, 5:30PM Mass

SAINT PETER ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

SOLEMNITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI

THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST JUNE 23, 2019

HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR JUNE

The Mode of Life of Priests

That priests, through the modesty and humility of

their lives, commit themselves actively to a

solidarity with those who are most poor.

FATHER LEDOUX’S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR JUNE

WORSHIP: May the summer months NOT be an occasion for taking a vacation from the practice and study of our Faith but a time of deeper committed prayer and reflection upon the truths of our Catholic Faith. FAITH FORMATION: As our parish youth will make their First Confessions and First Holy Communion this month, may they be inspired by our example, and especially their parent’s commitment, to regular Confession and devout reception of Jesus in Holy Communion at Sunday Mass. EVANGELIZATION: In this month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus (feast day June 28th), may all the families of our parish trustingly open their hearts to Jesus who said: "Truly I say to you, ask and you will receive, seek and you will find, knock and it will be opened to you." May they be moved in faith to honor an image of the Sacred Heart within their homes. SOCIAL JUSTICE: May the unemployed of our parish receive support and find the work they need to live in dignity and support their families. BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES: As each of us prays about our own personal commitment to our Combined Capital Campaign for St. Peter and the Diocese, we ask direction of the Holy Spirit so that in all we do it may Glorify God and lift up one another.

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED

St. Peter Parish is in need of a part-time housekeeper for

the priests’ residences and the parish office. Anyone

interested is asked to submit their name, contact number

and previous work experience to the parish office. The

deadline for applying is Wednesday, June 26th at 12:00 noon.

EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION ON THE SOLEMNITY OF CORUPUS CHRISTI

[The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ] Sunday, June 23rd following 5:30pm Mass

This Sunday, June 23rd following the 5:30pm Mass, an outdoor Eucharistic Procession will take place (weather permitting). We will walk with Jesus into the streets proclaiming Him as Lord of our hearts and our community.

Come and bring what is on your heart and mind to the feet of Jesus as prayers are offered for our families, our community, our Church, and our world.

* PARISH SODALITIES CARRY BANNER IN PROCESSION. *

BE A PART OF THIS PROCLAMATION OF FAITH!

The procession with the Blessed Sacrament celebrates the

sacrament, signifies God’s presence in our world and in our

lives, and reminds us of our common pilgrimage to Heaven. It

is a prayerful and edifying act of the entire Church, a public

witness of the veneration toward the Most Holy Eucharist to

honor our Lord and to demonstrate our faith while walking in

the strong tradition of procession.

"Devotion to the Sacred Heart should bring us to a life of intimate union with Jesus who, we know, is truly present and living in the Eucharist. The two devotions — to the Sacred Heart and to the Eucharist — are closely connected. They call upon one another and, we may even say, they require one another.”

~"Divine Intimacy", by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, O.C.D.

COME LET US ADORE HIM!

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION ADORERS ARE NEEDED!

PRAYER PARTNERS NEEDED

Sunday: 8am, 9am, 10am, 12pm

Wednesday: 3pm

Thursday: 8am

Friday: 8am, 11am

Saturday: 3am, 12pm, 1pm, 5pm

Our Chapel also has an URGENT need for substitutes on an

as-needed basis. Call Gloria Matte at 658-3759 to sign up.

URGENT NEEDS: Sunday: 2am; 5am; 8am, Thursday: 2am

DIVINE MERCY MESSAGE “JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU”

St. Faustina: “May 27, 1937… Corpus Christi… When the procession from Borek came to our house, carrying Him who was to be reposed in our chapel, I heard a voice coming from the Host: ‘Here is My repose.’ During Benediction, Jesus gave me to know

that soon a solemn moment would take place on this very spot. ‘I am pleased to rest in your heart and nothing will stop Me from granting you graces.’ This greatness of God floods my soul, and I drown in Him, I lose myself in Him, I am melting away in Him…” (Diary 1133 & 1136)

PRO-LIFE REFLECTIONS

When the child grew older, she took him to Pharaoh’s daughter and he became her son. She named him Moses. ~ Ex 2:10

REFLECTION: Many couples are eager to adopt children but are unable to do so, either because of burdensome laws, or because the children have been killed by abortion. The pro-life movement promotes adoption; the pro-abortion movement does everything it can to discourage it.

PRAYER: Lord, look with love on all those who seek to adopt a child. Bless them for their generous desire to give a child a loving home.

JUNE – MONTH OF THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS

SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST

SACRED HEART OF JESUS

Friday, June 28th

MEMBERSHIP IN THE LEAGUE OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS The League of The Sacred Heart has been promoting devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus here at St. Peter's for decades in obedience to Our Lord's wishes as revealed to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque.

To belong to the league, members:

1) Pray one rosary per day

2) make a daily morning offering, and

3) attend every First Friday Mass and receive Holy Communion.

Dues are $1.00 per year and will be collected during the Novena and before all Masses in the month of June. Votive candles burn for the members throughout the year next to the statue of The Sacred Heart of Jesus in the church. Candles are $5.00 each. You may also mail your dues to: Mrs. Rose Richard c/o Sacred Heart League, P.O. Box 481, Carencro, LA 70520

“Look at this Heart which has loved men so much, and yet men do not want to love Me in return. Through you My Divine Heart wishes to spread Its love everywhere on earth.” ~Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

LEAGUE OF THE SACRED HEART TO HOST NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS

The Sacred Heart Novena began Wednesday, June 19th, and will be prayed each morning at 6:30am Mass. The Novena ends Friday, June 28th, The Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, with a special Mass. All are encouraged to do a Eucharistic Holy Hour on June 28th at any time in the Adoration Chapel.

“Let us open the door of the Sacred Heart and shut ourselves in for a moment amidst its divine flames; we shall then realize what God’s love means.” ~St. John Marie Vianney, On the Sacred Heart

Sacrament of FIRST HOLY COMMUNION followed immediately by a

Eucharistic Procession

Corpus Christi Sunday, June 23rd; 5:30pm

Please pray for our First Communion Candidates & their parents!

Congratulations to

Newly CONFIRMED Parishioner,

Zachary Rock

We offer Congratulations to newly

Confirmed parishioner, Zachary Rock.

Zachary was confirmed

on Sunday, June 9th, the

Solemnity of Pentecost.

ANIMA CHRISTI

Soul of Christ, sanctify me. Body of Christ, save me.

Blood of Christ, inebriate me. Water from the side of Christ, wash me.

Passion of Christ, strengthen me. O good Jesus, hear me.

Within your wounds conceal me. Do not permit me to be parted from you.

From the evil foe protect me. At the hour of my death call me.

And bid me come to you, to praise you with all your saints

for ever and ever. Amen.

PARISH PATRONAL FEAST OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL

Saturday, June 29th

On June 29th the Church celebrates the feast day of Sts. Peter & Paul. As early as the year 258, there is evidence of an already lengthy tradition of celebrating the solemnities of both Saint Peter and Saint Paul on the same day. Together, the two saints are the founders of the See of Rome, through their preaching, ministry and martyrdom there.

WHY CELEBRATE OUR PATRON SAINTS? Celebrating our patron saints, whether our parish patron or our personal patrons, reminds us of the important roles they play in our lives. They serve as inspirations and examples for us as we try to live good lives and they act as intercessors on our behalf before the Throne of God. Our patron saints not only teach us that we should lead holy lives, they show us how.

PRAYER TO SAINTS PETER AND PAUL Father in heaven,

the light of your revelation brought Peter and Paul

the gift of faith in Jesus your Son.

Through their prayers may we always give thanks for your life

given us in Christ Jesus, and for having been enriched by Him

in all knowledge and love.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Saint Peter / Diocesan Centennial COMBINED CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE

Capital Campaign Goal: $2,500,000.00

Gifts & Pledges to Date: $2,265,930.81

121 Committed Prayer Partners

39 Anonymous Donors 600 Gifts & Pledges

Visit the parish website at www.sprcc.org for more details.

Your prayers are a welcome gift and are needed for the success of our Capital Campaign.

Call Karen Broussard at the parish office for more information.

ST. PETER / DIOCESAN CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN

90.64% OF GOAL REACHED To all who pledged to the

ST. PETER / DIOCESAN CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN –

THANK YOU!

We pray in gratitude for everyone who has already pledged support to the needs of St. Peter and our Diocese and prayerfully support all those who are still discerning what they are able to give. We fervently ask God to guide and bless us as we work together to build our future.

Things to Keep in Mind: + We are asking for new or renewed pledges which are not contracts. + If you have previously made a pledge, consider extending that pledge or begin a new pledge tailored to your ability. + It is not too late to still be a part of this important and meaningful project. Your contribution is needed.

Please keep the new pledges & donations coming!

BUILDING OUR FUTURE TOGETHER

PRAY FOR A PRIEST EACH DAY For the week of June 24th – June 30rd:

June 24 Rev. Willard Dugas June 25 Rev. Edward Duhon June 26 Rev. Jacob DuMont, LC June 27 Rev. Nicholas DuPré June 28 Rev. Gilbert Dutel June 29 Rev. Dan Edwards June 30 Rev. Darren Eldridge O Jesus, Eternal Priest, keep Thy servants within the shelter of Thy Sacred Heart, where none may harm them. Keep unstained their anointed hands, which daily touch Thy Sacred Body. Keep unsullied their lips, purpled with Thy Precious Blood. Keep pure and unearthly their hearts, sealed with the sublime mark of Thy glorious Priesthood. Let Thy holy love surround them and shield them from the world’s contagion. Bless their labors with abundant fruit and may the souls to whom they minster be here below their joy and consolation, and in Heaven their beautiful & everlasting crown. Amen.

PRAY FOR A SEMINARIAN EACH DAY For the week of June 24th – June 30rd:

June 24 Dylan Allen June 25 Reed Bellingham June 26 Rev. Mr. John Joseph, CJC June 27 Alex Cormier June 28 Myles Creek June 29 Brent Didier June 30 Casey Dugas O Lord Jesus Christ, great High Priest, I pray that You call many worthy souls to Your holy priesthood. Enlighten the Bishop and Vocation Director in the choice of candidates, the Spiritual Directors in molding them, and the professors in instructing them. Lead the seminarians daily in Your unerring footsteps, so that they may become priests who are models of purity, possessors of wisdom, and heroes of sacrifice. May they be steeped in humility and aflame with love for God and man, apostles of Your glory, and sanctifiers of souls. Mary, Queen of the Clergy, pray for us. Amen.

VOCATIONS CRUCIFIX Now that our Faith Formation families have had the chance to participate, all our parish families are invited to continue with the Vocations Crucifix in their homes. To be a part

of this incredible privileged time of prayer for vocations, please call Jody at the parish office, 896-9408 or email jody@sprcc.org. Thank you to all the Faith Formation families for their participation with the Vocations Crucifix.

QUO VADIS DAYS 2019 Do you know where your life is going? Learn about the priesthood and how to discern your vocation.

WHO: MEN AGES 15-25

WHEN: JUNE 25th – 27th

WHERE: Our Lady of Sorrows Retreat Center 113 Railroad Ave., St. Martinville, LA

COST: No Charge

TO REGISTER: www.lafayettevocations.org or (337) 261-5690

WHAT TO EXPECT: QUO VADIS DAYS – Tradition tells us that St. Peter put this question to Jesus (“Domine quo vadis?” Latin for “Where are you going?”) as Peter was making his way out of Rome to escape persecution. Jesus responded, “I’m going back to Rome to be crucified again in your place.” Peter turned around and remained in the city until he was martyred for his faith in Christ. These days will give us time to reflect on that question in our own lives: “Where am I going?” We will explore that question through prayer, fraternity, recreation, and talks on discernment.

Saturday, August 10th Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Lafayette

The Man-to-Man Catholic Men’s Conference is designed to bring men (18 & older) into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Catholic Church through engaging talks to strengthen their faith, opportunities for true fraternity, and a celebration of the sacraments. The day will begin with an invocation by Bishop Douglas Deshotels & will include guest speakers Jason Angelette and Fr. James Brady. Keynote speaker will be Fr. Dan Calloway, MIC. Fr. Bryce Sibley will serve as master of ceremonies. A jambalaya lunch will be included. Visit www.m2m2019.com to register and learn more about this biennial event. Eight hundred men attended the last conference! You won’t want to miss this one!

BE COURAGEOUS, BE CATHOLIC

“We need to be courageous if we are to be

faithful to the Gospel.” ~Pope Francis

REGISTER NOW AT www.M2M2017.com

CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Celebrating a 121 Year Tradition

REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR

Carencro Catholic is currently accepting applications and registration for the 2019-2020 school year. Classes available for Pre-K (3-year olds) to 8th grade.

PLEASE WELCOME MRS. DEVIN SOESENO, OUR 2019-2020 CCS PRINCIPAL

Mrs. Soeseno is currently a Special Education Program Supervisor in Lafayette Parish. She has 16 years in education receiving her BA in Special Education and her Master of Education in Educational Leadership both from ULL. Her deep Catholic faith, considerable talents, enthusiasm for learning along with her experience in education will be extremely beneficial to her as Carencro Catholic’s Principal.

Proud Feeder School of Teurlings Catholic High School WE ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE!

Carencro Catholic School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in admissions or employment.

PHONE: 337-896-8973 FAX: 337-896-1931

www.CarencroCatholic.org

SUPPORT YOUR PARISH CATHOLIC

SCHOOL!

DIOCESE OF LAFAYETTE UPCOMING EVENTS

ATTENTION: Current 1st, 8th & 10th grade Catholic school students

Check with your church parish to register for First Communion (2nd graders), 9th grade Faith Formation and 11th grade Confirmation classes. Registration usually occurs during the summer through July.

DIOCESAN OFFICE OF MARRIAGE, FAMILY, AND PRO-LIFE ACTIVITIES

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM WEEK June 22nd – 28th

In the face of our country’s challenges, and challenges within the Church herself, Catholics find strength in the hope of Jesus Christ. We

want to share that hope with everyone. Religious freedom gives us the space to carry out the mission that Jesus has entrusted to the Church. Religious freedom means that Catholics, and all people of goodwill, are free to seek the truth and to live in accordance with that truth, and so to strengthen our common life as a nation. Beginning June 22nd, the Feast of Saints Thomas More and John Fisher, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops celebrates Religious Freedom Week. In the midst of our current challenges, join us as we seek the kingdom and find Strength in Hope. Learn more at www.usccb.org/ReligiousFreedomWeek

THEOLOGY OF THE BODY The Desormeaux Foundation, 1334 Jefferson Street, will be offering the 4-part series for Theology of the Body I on the following dates:

> Wednesday’s - July 10, 17, 24, 31

> Monday’s - September 9, 16, 23, 20

> Monday’s - November 4, 11, 18, 25

To register for one of the above series, please call 337-289-9366. All sessions will be held at the Desormeaux Foundation from 6:00-8:00pm. 18 years and older are invited to attend.

FRIDAY FAST FOR LIFE Join others around the Diocese in fasting on Fridays from 8:00am until 12:00pm for the attacks on human life in our society.

POST ABORTION HEALING:

PROJECT RACHEL Project Rachel is an abortion recovery program for those suffering the negative effects of an abortion experience. It is an individual (nine step process) and offers an opportunity through loving, caring, and understanding outreach to move toward healing and reconciliation. Individual appointments can be made by calling Trista Littell at (337)261-5598. All calls are confidential.

RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT A Rachel's Vineyard weekend retreat is an opportunity for any man, woman, couple, grandparent, sibling, or anyone who struggles with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion. This weekend retreat provides participants the opportunity and space to enter the grieving process, identify effects the abortion has had and release deep feelings of anger, shame, and guilt that frequently accompany an abortion experience. This unique retreat process is designed specifically to help retreatants experience the gentleness, mercy and compassion of Jesus as they walk the journey from pain to forgiveness.

Participants re-connect on a spiritual level with the children who have been aborted and give them honor and dignity through many special exercises as well as in a memorial service. Those who journey through their grief allow God to transform their experience into one that brings hope, liberation and peace.

When: October 4-6, 2019 (Respect Life Weekend) Time: Friday, 6:00 p.m. - Sunday, 3:00 p.m.

For more information about the retreat weekend and/or to register contact: Trista @ 337.261.5598. Pre-registration required. All inquiries are confidential.

RED BIRD MINISTRIES: LOVING THROUGH LOSS The death of a child is never easy and grief is experienced differently by everyone. Red Bird Ministries is a Catholic grief support ministry that focuses on couples who have experienced the loss of a child of any age by loving them through their loss. Core team members of Red Bird Ministries are parents of loss and know all too well what it is to live through such a horrific experience. Our goal is to help couples living this nightmare to not just survive their loss, but to love them through it by sharing our own experiences and healings, in hopes of helping them to survive and thrive in their marriages and in life. Please contact Kelly Breaux at (337) 223-2019 or at kelly@redbird.love for more information. Visit our website at www.redbird.love.

COME AND CELEBRATE

THE ASSUMPTION

OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY,

ACADIANA STYLE! FȆTE-DIEU DU TECHE,

EUCHARISTIC BOAT PROCESSION DOWN THE BAYOU TECHE,

will take place on the Feast of the Assumption, Thursday, August 15th. All are invited to a Mass in French at 8:00am at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Leonville to begin the day. His Excellency J. Douglas Deshotel, D.D., bishop of the Diocese of Lafayette will preside and give the homily. After Mass there will be a procession from Church with the Blessed Sacrament and a statue of Mary down to the nearby boat landing.

+ At 9:30am boats will embark in procession down the Teche toward St. Martinville, retracing the voyage of the early Acadians. The boat procession will stop at churches in the towns along the Teche for Rosary and Benediction.

Confessions will be available in mobile units at each of the stops along the way: + 10:20AM - behind St. Francis Regis in Arnaudville

+ 11:45AM - behind St. Joseph in Cecilia

+ 1:35PM - the Pavilion behind St. Bernard in Breaux Bridge

+ 3:15PM - the park behind St. Joseph in Parks

+ 4:45PM - Old Market Street in St Martinville

In St. Martinville, a foot procession will commence to Notre Dame de Perpetual Secours, then to St. Martin de Tours, and finally down main street to Mater Dolorosa Chapel for Solemn Vespers and Benediction at 5:30PM.

Schedule your vacation day now and register your boat! For more

information or to register a boat visit our website at

www.fetedieuduteche.org, visit us on Fete-Dieu du Teche Facebook,

send us an email at fetedieuduteche@gmail.com, or call (337) 394-

6550.

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PARISH FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP

In gratitude for our many gifts from God, parishioners and visitors made a joyful offertory to the Lord.

JUNE 16, 2019

OFFERING TOTAL $6,115.79

Building & Maintenance $143.00

St. Vincent de Paul $62.00

On-Line Giving (6/10-6/16) $771.00

A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT THE SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST From the rich Eucharistic themes to be drawn from today’s second reading, one stewardship theme stands out: The Eucharist is Christ’s gift to us. Good stewards are grateful for this gift and realize that no matter their station in life, they are welcome to come to the table and receive the body and blood of Christ. If Jesus could break bread with his betrayer, Judas, his denier, Peter, and the other ten who deserted him, then he will welcome us. Do we truly appreciate what a tremendous gift it is to approach the Lord’s table? Do we realize that the Holy Spirit means to transform us by the gift of Christ’s body and blood?

ROSARY FOR PEACE - A Rosary for peace for our country & our soldiers will be prayed every Thursday before 6:30am Mass.

IN MEMORIAM CHURCH SANCTUARY LIGHT

available

CHAPEL CANDLES

RIGHT ALTAR: Clifford Nepveaux & Family

LEFT ALTAR: Clifford Nepveaux & Family

SIDE ALTAR: available

MASS INTENTIONS MONDAY - June 24

6:30AM - Ronald Lalonde (BD); Clarence “Boobie” Fabacher by Bonne Mort Society; Charles Connolly

TUESDAY - June 25 6:30AM - Healing & Special Graces for everyone in need; Elton & Agnes Brasseaux; Charles Connolly

WEDNESDAY - June 26 6:30AM - Frank Connolly; George St. Julien by Bonne Mort Society; Charles Connolly

THURSDAY - June 27 6:30AM - All the Holy Souls in Purgatory; Dr. Fred Meyer, M/M Ray P. Breaux, & M/M Ourelie Landry; M/M Chester Breaux by Bonne Mort Society; Charles Connolly

FRIDAY - June 28 6:30AM - For living & deceased members of Bonne Mort Society by Bonne Mort Society; Sterling Mayard, Daisy Mayard, & Gwenn Bazer; Fr. Mark Ledoux

SATURDAY - June 29 4:00PM - Riolan Coussan & living & deceased members of Coussan Family; Frank Connolly III; Allen “Al” Bourgeois, M/M Ray Breaux, & Special Intention; Larry Duhon; Ola Guilbeau; Living & deceased members of Connolly, Melancon, & Fontenot Families; Edmond Melancon, Jr., & Dan Maher; Mary Hebert & Living & deceased members of Hebert & Smith Families; Fr. Mark Ledoux; Ruth Guidry & Wilson Guidry

SUNDAY - June 30 7:00AM - M/M Richard Truax & living & deceased members of Truax & McMillan Families; Allen “P-Quanck” Pontiff; Douglas Johnnie & Frank Barker; Iona Shuff (BD); Fr. Mark Ledoux 10:00AM-Pro Populo 5:30PM - Ted Thomas Breaux; M/M John Kidder, Ellerine, & Sisters

HOFFMAN PIPE ORGAN Please consider giving a donation to help fund the rebuilding and renovation of our beautiful organ!

Contributions or a donor wishing to cover the cost of the pipe organ repair can be made by simply contacting Karen Broussard at the parish office or speaking directly to Fr. Ledoux about a donation.

NAMES OF THOSE SERVING IN THE ARMED FORCES

President Donald Trump - Commander in Chief Michael Baudoin-Marines Christopher Blumrich-Nat’l Guard Cameron Brasseaux-Army Kylor J. Broussard-Army Kyle Comeaux-Marines Steven Friloux-Navy Thomas Friloux-Nat’l Guard

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS

Almighty and eternal God, those who take refuge in You will be glad and forever will shout for joy. Protect these soldiers as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of Your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of Your love enable them to return home in safety, that with all who love them, they may ever praise You for Your loving care. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Isaac Mayard-Air Force Ryan Mitchell-Air Force Brennan Randel-Army Matthew Scott Richard-Nat’l Guard Cody Smith-Nat’l Guard Jacob Stelly-Air Force Caleb Trahan-Army Kohl Trahan-Army

CONSIDER ON-LINE GIVING

On-line giving is quick and easy to set up! Simply go to our website at www.sprcc.org and click on the ONLINE GIVING tab at the top of the home page. On-line giving is safe, secure and makes remembering your parish donation one less thing on your to-do list.

ALTAR FLOWERS

LEFT MAIN ALTAR In memory of Shelton & Glenn Sonnier and Cecile Daigle

by Rudy & Connie Roy

RIGHT MAIN ALTAR In memory of Tracy Mouton (DA), Eugene Mouton, Theresa & Edwin

Artaud, Freddie Chaisson, Mark Trahan & Irby Begnaud by Shirlene Mouton & Family

BLESSED MOTHER In honor of Clay & Dee Dee Hammett (Wedding Anniversary),

Albert “Bert” Hammett and Wanda Ellis (B/D’s) by Family

ST. JOSEPH n memory of Melinda Courville

by Joe Courville, Children & Grandchildren

ST. ANNE In memory of Emery & Hazel Kidder (Her DA)

by Children

SACRED HEART In memory of Mark Trahan, Una & Edward Kilchrist (Her B/D)

by Trahan Family

If you or your family would like to donate flowers for our church in memory of your loved ones contact Judy Blanchard at 344-4612. We give thanks for those who have donated flowers for the altars over the years to make our church such a special place to Worship!

PATRIOTIC ROSARY EVERY MONDAY AT 5:30PM

You are invited to join with fellow parishioners in praying the Patriotic Rosary for peace and the conversion of our country. This beautiful rosary, which dedicates each Hail Mary to a specific state in the union, is prayed every Monday evening at 5:30pm in the church. For more info. call Ronald Fontenot at 277-8251.

“The love of God and neighbor, the greatest commandment, is expressed in, and the fruit of, Eucharistic worship. ~St. John Paul II

“The Heart of Jesus is the ultimate symbol of God’s mercy; but it is not an imaginary symbol, it is a real symbol, which represents the center, the source from which salvation for all humanity gushed forth.” ~Pope Francis