JULY 12, 2020 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY … 7-12-20...continued support. For appointment please...
Transcript of JULY 12, 2020 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY … 7-12-20...continued support. For appointment please...
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We the people of St. Raphael Roman Catholic Church bring together diverse gifts and backgrounds to form a growing vibrant community centered in the Eucharist, the source and sign of our unity. In pilgrimage to the Kingdom of God,
our mission is to demonstrate God's presence and love through: worshipping together, spreading the Good News, serving others, and enjoying Christ-Centered activities. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we are committed to sharing our time,
our talents, and our treasures to fulfill God's will for our parish.
JULY 12, 2020 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Reflections on today's Gospel
MATTHEW 13: 1-23 (Zechariah 9:9-10; Psalm 145; Romans 8:9, 11-13)
KEY VERSE: "But the seed sown on rich soil is the one who hears the word and understands it" (v. 23).
TO KNOW: A parable (Hebrew, mashal) is an implied comparison, which is not always obvious. Once per-ceived it sheds new light on the subject. A parable designates a wide variety of literary forms: axioms, proverbs, similitudes and allegories. Jesus' parables were primarily stories that invited the hearer to search for the meaning of the truths he was teaching. Jesus was a wise teacher who used examples from everyday life to illustrate the deep mysteries of God's reign. In the parable of the sower, the seed of God's word was sown on unproductive soil. Most of the effort was wasted because many hearts were not pre-pared to understand the meaning of Jesus' message. Jesus told his disciples that they were blessed because they had been given the grace to comprehend his words. They must persevere in their task of proclaim-ing God's reign no matter how few accepted their message or rewarded them for their work. Jesus as-sured them of their ultimate success, comparing it to the enormous crop that would be produced by their labors. Ten times would have been more than any farmer would have expected, but thirty times, sixty times, and one hundred times was more than they could ever imagine!
TO LOVE: Do I persist in proclaiming the gospel when I am discouraged by the outcome?
TO SERVE: Lord Jesus, open my ears to your revealed truth.
1386 S. West End St., Springdale, Arkansas 72764 Tel 479-756-6711 Fax 479-756-8818 www.straphaelcc.org email: [email protected] Facebook @StRaphaelNWA
Church Office Hours: Monday—Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm, Closed Friday
We are so glad you joined us! If you are new to our parish, we would like to invite you to become a member.
The Welcome Booth in the vestibule is open the first full weekend of every month or come by the Parish Office.
Visit our website for a registration form or more information.
During this difficult time in our community, we have served many families that have never needed food pantry assis-tance before. Our pantry needs have continued to grow with more demand in specific areas. As you can understand,
there is a need for disinfectants, hand sanitizers, and surgical masks and gloves. We are also in need of all toiletry items and general household sup-plies.
As for the food supply, our most needed item is meat. If you are able to donate any quantities of fresh or frozen meat, direct from grocery store to Saint Raphael pantry, please call the church office to set an appointment so the food pantry will be able to transfer the meat immediately into freezer space. We ask that you do not bring meat from home freezers as this could potentially create a health risk. Thank you for your continued support. For appointment please call 479-756-6711.
FOOD PANTRY
Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Philippians 4:6
—Msgr. Scott Friend—Sherry Pianalto—Mary England—Gabe Peters—Andrew Lampe —Sean Wendland—George & Shirlene Gonzalez—Andrea Perez—Millie Connell —Dean Cannon—Tracy Brugger—Barbara Hancock—Kevin M Cunningham—Herman Seiter —Carol Ann Schlinger—Jack Ledbetter—Sherry Ledbetter—Sondra Horn—Jim Swearingin —Guillermina Avina—Lynda Duncan—Jack Slinger—Carolann Slinger—Brett Keene —Loraine Monroe—Edward Allred—Maria L. Lopez—Dr. Vladimir Laroche
Pray for our Troops, especially: —Samuel Atkinson, PV2—Arturo Rodriguez, CPL—Sgt. Jeff Mader—Sgt. Jon Mader —Lcpl Jarod Mader—Spec. Michael Gray—PVT. Captain Nathan Brown—David G. Hill, W5 —PFC Christopher Sharp—Michael G. Jaro, Pvt.—Jerod Dalke, PVT—Sgt, Malachi Bucao —Brandon Hayes, Spc—Jeremy Riedel, PVT.—Cpl Christopher Main—Lt. Greg Abide —Spc Medic, Fredrick Tober—Mark Pittman, PFC.—1LT Kyle Rudolph —PO3 Chris Rudolph —Aaron Wolfe, A1C—Bryan Phillips, PO 1C.—Lt. Richard Carter—Sgt. James Lee —Capt. Benjamin Gonzalez—Jorge Gonzalez, PVT.—Andrew Swalley, PFC.—Josh Hall, A1C —Cadet Isaac Antony—Midshipman Megan LaMendola—Sgt. Ellen Cox—Julia M. Puma, AMN —Cadet Corin Mellone—PVT. Jonathan Crawford
Please pray for all Seminarians & Diaconate Candidates of the Diocese of Little Rock, especially our Seminarian: Jaime Nieto
and our Diaconate Candidates: Eduardo Andrade, Oscar Lopez, Rob Phillips, Luis Sanchez
The Pope's Monthly Intention for July Universal Prayer Intention ‐ Our Families
We pray that today’s families may be accompanied with love,
respect and guidance.
Monday, July 13
First Reading: Isaiah 1:10-17 Psalms 50:8-9, 16-17, 21, 23 Gospel: Matthew 10:34--11:1
Tuesday, July 14
First Reading: Isaiah 7:1-9 Psalms 48:2- 8
Gospel: Matthew 11:20-24
Wednesday, July 15
First Reading: Isaiah 10:5-7, 13-16 Psalms 94:5-10, 14-15
Gospel: Matthew 11:25-27
Thursday, July 16
First Reading: Isaiah 26:7-9, 12, 16-19 Psalms 102:13-21
Gospel: Matthew 11:28-30
Friday, July 17
First Reading: Isaiah 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8 Psalm: Isaiah 38:10-2, 16
Gospel: Matthew 12:1-8
Saturday, July 18
First Reading: Micah 2:1-5 Psalms 10:1-4, 7-8, 14
Gospel: Matthew 12:14-21
Sunday, July 19
First Reading: Wis 12:13, 16-19 Response: Ps 86:5-6, 9-10, 15-16
Second Reading: Rom 8:26-27 Gospel: Matthew 13:24-43
Pastor:
Rev. John Connell
Associate Pastors:
Rev. Daniel Ramos
Rev. Jon Miskin
Deacons:
Chuck Marino
Dan Cashman
Jesús Ramos
In order to keep this prayer list up to date, all names will be removed and this list will start over quarterly; Sept. 1st, Dec. 1st, March 1st & June 1st.
New names will always be added as requests come in. To add or remove a name from this list please contact the office
or e-mail Nancy: [email protected]
Prayer Requests
Daily Readings
My annual State of the Parish is posted on our website and was attached
to the midweek Trumpet email list. If you would like to be added to this list please email [email protected]
I have received no new phone calls from the Health Dept. regarding anyone attending Mass and then testing positive for Covid-19, however I do feel as though they have fallen behind on Contact Tracing so I encourage everyone to still be cautious when you are out and about or attending Mass. PLEASE WEAR YOUR MASKS
Here are the rules about coming to Mass: • If you have been diagnosed with Covid-19, do not come to Church. • If you have been exposed to an individual diagnosed with Covid-19, whether family, friend, coworker, please refrain from coming to Mass and risking others. • If someone in your workplace was diagnosed with Covid-19, even if you were not near this person, consider staying away from Masses for a few weeks.
The symptoms of Covid-19 are a cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever chills, muscle pain, sore throat or loss of taste or smell. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Remember, the bishop has dispensed the obligation of attending Sunday Masses until further notice.
DAILY MASSES AND CONFESSIONS ARE CANCELLED THRU AUGUST 14TH.
Weekend Masses will be celebrated at their usual hours and we will still hear confessions on
Saturday morning — 9:00am-10:00am and Saturday afternoons — 3:00pm-3:40pm
during this time.
PRE 2020-2021 Covid-19 will have an affect on our PRE classes this fall. We are still trying to decide how to have classes while ensuring the safety of our children and catechists. This will mean necessary changes to the program which we will reveal over the next few months. We will begin registration in July. However, we will call each family we have in the system. We will begin in early July calling families who have students entering into second year sacramental preparation to register them for classes.
FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION MASSES previously scheduled for April and May have been rescheduled during the months of September thru November. If you still do not know the scheduled date for your child, you need to call the office. 479-756-6711.
V O LU N T E E R S N E E D E D Both opportunities are easy
and still allow you to attend Mass.
Video System Operators Contact the office or email [email protected]
If you are interested in learning how to operate the new video system during Mass
Door Monitors Contact the office or email [email protected]
if you are interested in helping count those who enter church for Mass
to ensure the health and safety of all our parishioners.
Reminder: our office will no longer be open on Fridays.
Please read my State of the Parish to find out why we are reducing hours.
NEW HOURS: Now open on Mondays — 10:00-5:00 Tuesday through Thursday — 10:00-5:00
FRIDAY — CLOSED
Saturday — 9:00-5:00
Sunday — 9:30-2:30
Are you looking for a good book to read this summer? Do you know someone receiving Confirmation or 1st Communion?
Be sure to stop by the shop to check out all the great books and gift ideas.
There is something for everyone here!!
From the Pastor ’s Desk
-Fr. John Connell
RCIA If you or someone you know is interested in
the Catholic Faith and wants to learn more
about the Church, our RCIA
(Rite of Christian Initiation) classes
will begin this fall.
In the Covid-19 world which we live,
we need to look at how many people are signing up
before deciding a start date, location, and frequency
of the class.
For these reasons, call the office at 479.756.6711
if you are interested in the class and we will stay in touch
with you about the nature of classes in 2020-2021.
Faith at home The Diocese of Little Rock
is compiling a list of
online resources to help you stay connected
& continue to practice your faith.
Click dolr.org/covid to see all that they offer.
Here are just a few of the links https://dolr.org/covid-watch-mass-at-home
https://dolr.org/covid-free-scripture-reflections
https://dolr.org/covid-faith-formation
The Adorat ion Chapel is Open
Monday—Friday: 9am—5pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed
(also closed on holidays & when the office is closed)
There will be a new code to enter the chapel.
Only 3 Adorers are allowed at one time.
Contact Suzanne Chipollini — #879-0762 or [email protected]
to sign up for a shift and get the code.
The church will still be available for quiet prayer during these hours as well.
NWA Respect Life News
"Celebrate Life" Bring Your Own Picnic
Saturday, July 25 — 6:00 p.m. at the Old Missouri Rd. Baptist Church
2950 S. Old Missouri Rd in Springdale.
In keeping with COVID safety precautions,
our picnic will be held outside on church grounds.
We'll have guest speakers
and presentations of past & future events.
NWA Respect Life is providing canned drinks,
bottled water & individually packaged chips
Gospel Reflection from Alex Smith —Our Summer Seminarian
Being Game Ready I hope everybody had a wonderful Fourth of July Weekend! A fun fact about me is that I love to watch American football. I never missed watching the University of Notre Dame football game, and with my sister in the Razorback marching band, I cheer for the Hogs as well. Even playing sports growing up, I loved the competition! On Fridays in high school, game day is a special day. Thoughts and feelings rush through your mind
as you wait for the game to arrive. The songs played by the band, the smell of popcorn in the air, the sounds of people moving around, anxiously awaiting for what your team will give the crowd—every player and coach work for one thing: game day. Game day is about preparation mentally and physically for the battle ahead. In this past Wednesday’s Gospel (7-8-2020), Our Lord and Savior is no stranger to being game-ready. Jesus assembles “His team.” These disciples come from different communities, some are related, and some do not even get along. Yet, Jesus calls them to serve. After naming them, He immediately sends them forth. Christ tells them not to go into pagan territory or a Samaritan town. Instead, he instructs them to go to the “lost sheep” of the house of Israel. In every town, they are to proclaim that: “The Kingdom of heaven is at hand.” At times, we see the disciples struggle in understanding their gifts and their purpose as a team. Yet, like a great coach, Jesus pulls the disciples to recognize who they are and empowers them to serve the Father. The Gospel message is the same for us today. Jesus calls us to be game-ready. Each of us can serve and minister. We can help heal someone’s spirit or their belief in themselves. Each of us can gift another person with our care, love, and attention. All of these gifts are healing gifts! We also are called to receive the gifts of healing. The Lord calls all of us to be a part of His team. Do you see that? In sports, we prepare to near perfection as Game Day draws near. Let us treat every day as Gameday for Christ. Just as He battled and won over sin and death, He desires for us to do the same with His help! He wants to be on your sideline today. Will you let Him? Game day is here; Gameday is now! The kickoff is upon you. Are you ready?
Take a moment to read the statement from Bishop Taylor
Regrading Black Lives Matter https://dolr.org/article/bishop-issues-black-lives-matter-
statement
Are you eating out again? We still have some gift cards for sale!
$25 cards Buffalo Wild Wings (7), Chili’s(7)
& Red Robin (2)
Contact [email protected] if you are interested in buying some cards
APOSTOLATE FOR PERPETUAL ADORATION Pandemic Schedule until further notice
Hour is full
Time / Hourly Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
9 AM to 10 AM CLOSED CLOSED
10 AM to 11 AM CLOSED CLOSED
11 AM to Noon CLOSED CLOSED
Noon to 1 PM CLOSED CLOSED
1 PM to 2 PM CLOSED CLOSED
2 PM to 3 PM CLOSED CLOSED
3 PM to 4 PM CLOSED CLOSED
4 PM to 5 PM CLOSED CLOSED
1 or 2 Adorers
Adorers Needed
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PARISH COUNCIL OF MINISTRIES
Chairman:
Dave Louk
Vice Chairman:
Tom Maddock
Secretary:
Nathan Bearden
Other Members:
Bárbara Barroso
Cristobal Cartegena
Oscar Lopez
Bill McGowan
Matt Mendenhall
Phuong Mueller
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
Contact Suzanne Chipollini #879-0762
to sign up.
Diocese of Little Rock website:
www.dolr.org
MASS IN TRANSIT: Going out of town? Go to www.masstimes.org
to find the mass time for churches throughout the United States.
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Leave a legacy
honor loved ones
& help reduce
our building debt
at the same time.
Call the church office for
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ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy
Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You
into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into
my heart.
I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself
wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You.
—Amen.
O my God, my only hope, I have placed all my trust in
you, and I know I shall not be disappointed. —Diary, 317
Weekly Mass and Reconciliation Schedule
—St. Raphael (Springdale)
Date Time Event Priest Intention
Monday, July 13 12:00pm Mass/English CANCELLED
Tuesday, July 14 8:30am Mass/English CANCELLED
5:00pm Confessions CANCELLED
6:00pm Misa/Español CANCELLED
Wed, July 15 12:00pm Misa/Español CANCELLED
5:00pm Confessions CANCELLED
6:00pm Mass/English CANCELLED
Thursday, July 16 8:30am Mass/English CANCELLED
5:00pm Confessions CANCELLED
6:00pm Misa/Español CANCELLED
Friday, July 17 8:30am Mass/English CANCELLED
12:00pm Misa/Español CANCELLED
Saturday, July 18 9am-Noon Confessions Fr. Ramos / Fr. Miskin
3:00pm Confessions Fr. Ramos N/A
4:00pm Mass/English Fr. Ramos + Doris Boyd
Sunday, July 19 7:00am Mass/English Fr. Ramos + Jane Green
8:30am Misa/Español Fr. Ramos S.I. Livdy Obispo
10:30am Mass/English Fr. Connell + Patrick Hayes
12:30pm Misa/Español Fr. Miskin S.I. Familia Martinez Patiño
5:00pm Misa/Español Fr. Miskin Miebros de la Parroquia
7:00pm Misa/Español Fr. Miskin S.I. Familia Medoza Carachure
Weekly Mass and Reconciliation Schedule—St. Joseph (Tontitown)
Date Time Event Priest Intention
Monday, July 13 No Monday Masses
Tuesday, July 14 5:00pm Confessions CANCELLED
5:30pm Mass/English CANCELLED
Wed, July 15 7:30am Mass/English CANCELLED
Thursday, July 16 7:30am Mass/English CANCELLED
Friday, July 17 7:30am Mass/English CANCELLED
Saturday, July 18 3:00pm Confessions Fr. Connell N/A
4:00pm Mass/English Fr. Connell + Marlene Piazza
Sunday, July 19 9:00am Mass/English Fr. Connell All Parishioners
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Collection Last
week Month to date
Monthly needs
Surplus (Short Fall)
Stewardship $12,291.50 $12,291.50 $75,800.00 $(63,508.50)
Building $4,572.00 $4,572.00 $28,000.00 $(23,428.00)
STEWARDSHIP
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www.straphaelcc.org
to sign up
Financial Report-June 2020
1st weekend of July
OUR PARISH STILL NEEDS YOUR HELP: Our only means of support is your generosity.
While we are not able to all come together each week for Mass, we ask that you still try to maintain your weekly donation to the church. We know that we are living through some difficult times, but we do appreciate your generosity.
If you aren't attending Mass, you can still place your weekly donation in the brass mail slot just outside the front entrance at circle drive. There will be a sign with an arrow to help show you the location. Other great options are to sign up for online giving or mail your donations. Our staff checks for dropped off donations daily.
Building a Home for the Body of Christ
Total Loan - Building Addition $2,723,329
Principal Payments (2,432,208)
Loan Balance May 31, 2020 $291,121
Financial Summary Report
July 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020
Actual Budget Over
(Under) Support Revenues $743,411 $823,075 ($79,664)
Other Revenues $91,080 $126,491 ($35,411)
Support Expense $(998,846) $(989,729) $(9,117)
Net Support $(164,355) $(40,163) $(124,192)
Operating Loan at May 31, 2020 $100,000
Payroll Protection Program Loan/Grant at May 31, 2020 $128,887
Second Collections for July July 4th & 5th—Building Fund
July 11th & 12th—Peter’s Pence
(Collection for the Holy Father)
July 26th—Spanish Ministry