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St. Mary Magdalene
Catholic Church Served by the Missionary Society of St. Paul
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: We are one family in Christ with a welcoming
heart called to serve.
MISIÓN DE LA PARROQUIA: Somos una familia en Cristo con un corazón
acogedor llamado a servir.
Sacrament of Baptism: Parents requesting baptism for their child must call the parish office two months prior to the desired month of baptism. There are no baptisms during Lent or Advent.
Sacrament of Matrimony: Couples interested in marriage at St.. Mary Magdalene must contact the office at least six months prior to their desired wed-ding date.
Anointing of the Sick Please call the parish office if you or a loved one wish to receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick.
Sacramento del Bautismo: Padres que quieran bautizar a sus hijos deben de llamar a la oficina por lo menos 2 meses antes de la fecha del bautismo. No hay bautizos durante la Cuaresma o el tiempo de Adviento.
Sacramento del Matrimonio: Parejas interesadas en casarse en Santa María Magdalena deben contactar a la oficina por lo menos seis meses antes de su fecha preferida de matrimonio. Por favor llamen a la oficina para información.
Unción de los Enfermos: Por favor llame la oficina si usted o algún ser querido desea ser ungido.
Weekend Mass English: Saturday Vigil: 5:30 P.M.
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 A.M.; 5:00 P.M. (Youth) Español: Sábado (Misa de Víspera): 7:00 P.M.
Domingo: 1:00 P.M. Weekday Mass
Monday--Friday: 8:30 A.M. (English) Martes: 7:00 P.M. (Misa en Español) 1st Friday Devotion Mass: 8:30 A.M.
1st Saturday Devotion Mass: 8:30 A.M. Reconciliation (Confession)
Tuesday: 6:00 P.M.—6:45 P.M. Saturday: 3:30 P.M.—5:00 P.M.
Eucharistic Exposition and Adoration 9:00 A.M.—9:00 P.M. (Mon.—Fri.)
Pastor: Rev. Felix Ilesanmi Osasona, M.S.P. Parochial Vicar: Rev. Anthony Udoh, M.S.P.
Deacon: Nick Caruso
527 South Houston Avenue, Humble, TX 77338 † (281) 446-8211 Fax † (281) 446-8213 † www.st-mm.com Office Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M. — 4:30 P.M.
Weekly Message
Word of Life
“An old Irish proverb says, ‘It is in the shelter of each other that the people live.’ Indeed, we are created to depend upon
one another and walk together in suffering.”
-Caring for Loved Ones at Life’s End USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities, 2016-17 Respect Life Program P. 2
In John’s gospel, the miracles of Jesus
were performed to reveal the glory of
God to the people so that they might
come to faith. That was why Jesus
opened the eyes of the man born blind in
last week’s gospel. Jesus stressed the
same point in the gospel today when He
raised Lazarus from the dead. After
receiving the news that Lazarus was
critically ill, Jesus decided to wait two more days before
He went to visit the family. He told the disciples: “This
illness is not to end in death, but is for the glory of God.”
This approach to the miracles of Jesus is different from
the other synoptic gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke
where Jesus performs miracles out of compassion for the
people. This is not to say that the approach of John
contradicts that of the other gospel writers. In fact, the
glory and/or the power of God are manifested in his
compassion and love for people.
Today, Jesus wept at the grave of Lazarus his friend. He
loved Lazarus so much, and also loved the two sisters,
Mary and Martha. Jesus shared in our humanity. He
shared in the sorrows and pains of his friends. I wonder
how many of us have really taken time to think about this.
When we are in pain and sorrow, do we know that Christ
is sharing in our pains? Yes, He does. Knowing He does,
we should be consoled and put our trust in him knowing
that He will do what is best and give us strength to endure
our pains. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, a sure sign
of God’s power over life and death.
Our gospel reading these past three Sundays have shown
us the different faces of Jesus. In his encounter with the
Samaritan woman, Jesus reveals Himself as “the living
water”. For the man born blind in last week’s reading,
Jesus is “the light of the world”. By raising Lazarus from
the dead in today’s reading, Jesus reveals himself as “the
resurrection and the life”.
Jesus called forth Lazarus from the tomb and he heard the
words of Christ and came out. Yes, hearing the word of
God, the dead lives again. There are times we probably
feel that we are of no use in the community. To some, we
are even as good as dead. This may be or may not be our
fault. However, if we listen for the voice of Christ calling
us forth to a new life, we need to respond like Lazarus and
come out. When Lazarus came out, he was still tied and in
bondage. Jesus commanded the people:
Unbind him, let him go free. It was only then that Lazarus
fully regained his life.
No one can say it is all over except God. Jesus proved to
us today that life and death are in His hands and we have
no right to take other’s life. If He is offering life to people,
Jesus wants us to cooperate with him by letting such
people go free. When we free them, we become free
ourselves. When we free them, many people will believe
that we are truly serving the living God.
Congratulations to our 2017 Confirmation Class who
received the fullness of the Holy Spirit this Saturday April
1st, through the laying on of hands of our Auxiliary Bishop
George Sheltz. With their confirmation, these youth are
now fully initiated in the Catholic faith. They are now
soldiers of Christ! Filled with the Holy Spirit, they are to
share their gifts with the world, the church, and our parish
community. Sometimes young Catholics receive the
sacraments and then stop going to church. They see the
reception of the sacrament as a trophy that they have
earned and they just keep it in a shelf in their homes.
Well, that is not what the church expects of her children.
The sacraments of grace received are to manifest in the
words and actions of the recipient. When the Holy Spirit
descended on the apostles at Pentecost, they were embold-
ened to go out and share Christ with enthusiasm. It is my
hope that our Confirmandi who received the sacrament of
Confirmation on Saturday will become more active in the
church and also share their faith with their peers at school
and everywhere. I invite them to get involved in the youth
programs and ministries in the parish.
Next week is Holy Week beginning with Palm Sunday.
Our parish schedule for the week is included in the
bulletin. Please note that there will be no confessions or
evening Mass on Tuesday, April 11th as the priests will
be attending the Chrism Mass in the Co-Cathedral.
Cardinal DiNardo will celebrate the Chrism Mass with all
the priests of the archdiocese during which he will bless
the holy oils that will be used for the celebration of the
sacraments. The priests will also renew their commitments
to priestly service that day. I ask you to pray for all the
priests working in our archdiocese, particularly for Fr.
Tony and I as we renew our commitments to God and to
you, the people of God.
- Fr. Felix ([email protected])
Time & Talent Ministries
MASS / LITURGY
ART & ENVIRONMENT Jean Johnson - (281) 358-3416 June Domengeaux - (281) 852-2555
ALTAR GUILD Shirley Jones - (281) 852-0670
ALTAR SERVERS Vickie VanGordon - (832) 496-9876 Jimena Farfán (Esp.) - (832) 513-0812
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Freda Monk - (281) 852-7257 Horacio Garcia (Esp.) - (281) 808-1647
INSTITUTED ACOLYTE Ron Cecil - (281) 590-7528
MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY Bert Guempel - (281) 852-1549 Nelly Fernandez (Esp.) - (832) 405-2735
LECTORS Denise Ruffino - (281) 300-8534 Francisco Saldaña (Esp.) - (832) 875-3116
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF WORD Ben Bates - (281) 454-7575 Ericka Gonzalez (Esp.) - (281) 731-6050
MUSIC MINISTRY Perci Cacanindin - (281) 446-8211 Yvette Rodriguez - (281) 548-1674
DEVOTIONS
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Gilbert & Linda Alfaro - (281) 852-4573
DIVINE MERCY Terry Mares - (832) 790-0837
LEGION OF MARY Barbara Rivera (Eng.) - (281) 913-9631 Violeta Amador (Esp.) - (832) 571-6391
GRUPO DE ORACIÓN Eduardo Farfán - (708) 945-2579 Sub-Coord.: German Pereira - (281) 703-2418
HEARTS AFIRE Cynthia Meneses - (832) 492-1742
1 CHURCH INITIATIVE Ron McCuen - (281) 852-4743
STEWARDSHIP Tom Kleypas - (281) 852-7937
ORGANIZATIONS
KEENAGERS (60+) Barbara Walker - (281) 852-4103
YOUNG AT HEART (50+) SENIOR TRAVEL GROUP Jan Crawford - (281) 852-3508
RED HAT SOCIETY Loretta Schermock - (832) 640-9357 Jo Smith - (281) 381-9892
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 6878 John Garza, Grand Knight - (832) 875-1377
KC 4th Degree Assembly 2517 Faithful Navigator Monty Enloe - (832) 452-5760 Columbian Squires Chief Counselor Tom Andrews - 713-376-2044 CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Virginia R. Eckert - (713) 823-8951
MOVIMIENTO FAMILIAR CRISTIANO Julio & Cristina Romero - (832) 488-3367
FORMATION DEPARTMENT
ADULT FORMATION, ADULT CONFIRMATION, BECOMING CATHOLIC (RCIA) (281) 446-8211
CCE/FORMATION, INFANT BAPTISM Mike Smith - (281) 446-2933
ELEMENTARY FORMATION (K-5) Ginger Herrington - (281) 446-2933
YOUTH MINISTRY (6-12) Carissa Moses - (281) 446-1241
JÓVENES EN ACCIÓN POR CRISTO Ana Maria Ortega - (713) 405-0652
ACTS RETREAT COORDINATION Alex Fuentes - (832) 423-0739 Roxana Fuentes - (832) 723-8748
SCHOOL MINISTRIES SCHOOL BOARD Joshua Raab - (281) 446-8535
MINISTERIO HISPANO +
FORMACIÓN DE FE PARA ADULTOS, SACRAMENTOS DE CONFIRMACIÓN Y COMUNIÓN, EL PROCESO DE RICA, PATROCINADORES DE MATRIMONIO, BAUTISMO DE NIÑOS DE 0-6 AÑOS, QUINCEAÑERAS Vickie Cortez - (281) 446-2933
OUTREACH MINISTRIES SOCIAL SERVICES Chris Rubio - (281) 540-1907 PRISON MINISTRY Mary Hernandez - (713) 299-8493 HOSPITAL MINISTRY Margarita Rodriguez - (832) 445-6318 HOMEBOUND MINISTRY Marvin Corbitt - (281) 852-3111 RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY Teresa O’Brien - (919) 623-5343 ([email protected]) BLOOD DRIVE Rosa Herrera - (281) 687-5823 BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY Madeline Graham - (281) 446-8044 NURSING HOME MINISTRY Humble Health Center, Oakmont & Park Manor, Deerbrook Nursing Home Monica Fontenot - (281) 913-5221 ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE Darril B. - (281) 852-4230 Wayne B. - (281) 777-9217 Florentino V. - (832) 605-1881 Susan G. - (281) 813-0575 PRAYER CHAIN MINISTRY Ron & Ann McCuen - (281) 852-4743 ([email protected]) PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY Jean Chebret - (281) 441-7365 HELPING HANDS MINISTRY Jan Crawford - (281) 852-3508 LITTLE DRESSES FOR AFRICA Dottie Gauthier - (337) 344-2461 HOME AGAIN MINISTRY (FURNITURE BANK/ HOUSEHOLD ITEMS) Carolyn Wise - (713) 898-6611 Lori Scherr - (281) 360-9112 Tammy Broussard - (281) 852-5114 SERENITY SENIORS MINISTRY Paulette Meeks - (281) 446-3122
OTHERS NURSERY Wanda Conley - (281) 446-8211 FALL FESTIVAL COMMITTEE Tony Butera - (832) 279-7072 PASTORAL COUNCIL Jocelyn Waggoner - (281) 435-9208 FINANCE COUNCIL Bert Guempel - (281) 852-1549 SECURITY TEAM John Garza - (832) 875-1377 P.3
Are you new to our parish or have been coming for a while but are not yet registered? We offer
you a warm welcome to St. Mary Magdalene parish. Becoming an active parishioner begins
when you are counted as a parishioner. Please stop by the Welcome Ministry table in the
narthex to register. You can also come by the church office during the week to register.
WELCOME
CHURCH STAFF
Administration Wanda Conley, Business Manager
Irma Bueno, Bookkeeper
Susie Zamarrón, Parish Secretary
Nery Lucarini, Parish Communications Coordinator
Lupe Gonzales, Receptionist
Estela Treviño, Receptionist
Derek Swanson, Receptionist
Faith Formation Michael Smith, Pastoral Associate for Formation
Carissa Moses, Coordinator of Youth Ministry
Brenda Contreras, Faith Formation Secretary
Vickie Cortez, Director of Hispanic Ministry
Ginger Herrington, Coordinator of Elementary Formation
Chris Rubio, Director of Family Life and Social Concerns
Maintenance Jorge Acosta, Maintenance Technician
Ester Castro, Housekeeper
Jose Garcia, Maintenance Technician
Music and Liturgy Perci Cacanindin, Director of Music and Liturgy
Becky Bibens, Pianist
Kathy Yoo, Pianist
ST. MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC SCHOOL 530 Ferguson St. Humble, Texas 77338
Phone: (281) 446-8535 Fax: (281) 446-8527 www.smmcs.org
Accredited by the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department
Joshua Raab, Principal Trish Duhon, Director of Admissions Tom Walsh, Athletic Director Cathy Brown, Director of Before & After School Program Carol Poston, Director of Development Angele Kukla, Special Events Coordinator Laura Valladares, Counselor Christy Keeling, Academic Coach Laura Rocha, Administrative Assistant Kelli Pitt, Bookkeeper Donna Mohrman, Nurse
BULLETIN DEADLINES ISSUE DUE BY
Issue April 16 - due by April 6
Issue April 23 - due by April 12
E-mail bulletin articles or announcements to [email protected]
Stewardship Offering
Offertory for March 26, 2017 - $28,851.39 Online Giving - $6,659.04
Total - $32,510.43 Second Collection
Catholic Relief Services - $7,899.18 Online Giving - $110.00
Total - $8009.18
DSF Parish Contributions as of March 26,2017
2017 DSF Goal — $165,00.00 Contribution to Date — $54,859.30
Amount Pledged to Date -$85,279.30 Number of Participants — 215
NURSERY STAFF
Wanda Conley, Nursery Coordinator Patricia De Los Santos, Nursery Attendant
Isabel Gonzalez, Nursery Attendant
Alexis Mendoza, Nursery Attendant
Rachel Meza, Nursery Attendant
Samantha Meza, Nursery Attendant
Thank you for using Online Giving! If you have not yet signed
up for Online Giving, please consider this option. This is a perfect tool for anyone who shops online! Visit our parish web-
site at www.st-mm.com and select “Online Giving.”
You can also download the Online Giving app by going to the App Store, Google Play, or OLGapp.com and registering with
our church ID of 1814.
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Second Collection for April 2, 2017
Is the Gold Envelope
This weekend’s second collection is the
Gold Envelope. Your generous gift will help with the
parish debt reduction. If you do not have an
envelope, please indicate Gold Envelope on your check.
Thank you for your generosity!
Parish-Wide Feasibility Study Begins!
As our community continues to grow it is important that we prepare
to meet the needs of our community both now and in the years to
come so that we all might encounter Christ more deeply in our
lives. With this in mind, we are happy to announce a Feasibility
Study to examine the possibility of conducting a capital campaign
for the expansion and renovation of our church and construction of
a new multi-purpose facility.
Every family will be invited to participate in this study. Please
watch your mail for your invitation to participate.
Mass Intentions for the Week
Saturday April 1 8:30 am 5:00 pm
People of STMM Confirmation Class of 2017 No 5:30 pm or 7 pm Mass
Sunday April 2 7:30 am 9:00 am
11:00 am 1:00 pm 5:00 pm
Javier Canales † Antoine & Helen Carriere † Mike & CJ Flynn (SPI) Enya & Joanna Angeles † Marie & Erwin Johnson † People of STMM Señor de Misericordiae
Monday April 3 8:30 am
Marie Meziere † Helen Van Keulan †
Tuesday April 4 8:30 am 7:00 pm
Calvin Gradney † Natalia Gaytan † Irene Reyes †
Wednesday April 5 8:30 am
Roy Domingeaux † Karen Wilde †
Thursday April 6 8:30 am
John Stumpf †
Friday April 7 8:30 am
Angela Onxley Alfaro † Nathan Kwan (SPI)
Saturday April 8 5:30 pm 7:00 pm
Gerald Cooper † Paul L. Floyd † Arnoldo Fernández †
Sunday April 9 7:30 am 9:00 am
11:00 am 1:00 pm 5:00 pm
People of STMM Raúl Mena † Alex Cuellar † Gilbert Treviño † Sostenes Galván †
This Week in the Parish
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READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 [41c-62];
Ps 23:1-6; Jn 8:1-11
Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-21; Jn 8:21-30
Wednesday: Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3:52-56;
Jn 8:31-42
Thursday: Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-9: Jn 8:51-59
Friday: Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-7; Jn 10:31-42
Saturday: Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-13; Jn 11:45-56
Sunday: Mt 21:1-11 (procession);
Is 50:4-7; Ps 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-24;
Phil 2:6-11; Mt 26:14 — 27:66 [27:11-54]
To reserve a Mass, please stop by the Parish office and reserve the date and time for your
intention.
Sunday April 2
7:30 am - CH Mass 8:00 am - FLC KC Country Breakfast 8:00 am - SMH Retiro Grupo de Oracion 9:00 am - CH Mass 11:00 am - CH Mass (Scrutinies) 12:00 pm - CP Rosary (Sp) 1:00 pm - CH Mass (Sp) 3:00 pm - SPC CCE 5:00 pm - CH Mass 6:30 pm - CRS HS Youth Night
Monday April 3
8:30 am - CH Mass 9:30 am - SJH Hearts of Fire 6:00 pm - SJH Quince Anos Prep 6:45 pm - SMH Prayer Quilt Mtg. 7:00 pm - CR Stewardship Committee Mtg. 7:00 pm - MGH FTCM
Tuesday April 4
8:30 am - CH Mass 6:00 pm - SPC CCE 6:00 pm - CH Confessions 7:00 pm - CH Mass (Sp) 7:00 pm - 101 Legion of Mary Mtg. 7:00 pm - FLC Asamblea Grupo de Oración 7:00 pm - SMH Helping Hands Mtg. 7:00 pm - LIB Sac Prep (Sp) 7:00 pm - SJH Hearts of Fire
Wednesday
April 5
8:30 am - CH Mass 10:00 am - SJH Taller de Oración y Vida 6:00 pm - MGH KC Officers Meeting 6:00 pm - SPC CCE 6:30 pm - SMH CDA Officer’s Meeting 7:00 pm - SJH Marriage Prep #4 7:00 pm - 215 Taller Oración y Vida 7:30 pm - CP Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Thursday April 6
8:30 am - CH Mass 9:30 am - 215, 216 Bible Study 5:30 pm - CH Children’s Choir 6:00 pm - CH Rehearsal Living Stations 6:30 pm - CRS MS Youth Night 7:00 pm - 215, 216 Bible Study 7:00 pm - CH Adult Choir Practice 7:00 pm - LIB Sac Prep (Sp) 7:30 pm –MGH Columbian Squires meeting
Friday April 7
8:30 am - CH Mass 5:00 pm - FLC KC/Fish Fry 6:00 pm - CHRM Coro Abba Padre 6:00 pm - CH Viracrucis 7:00 pm - CH Living Stations (Children) 7:00 pm - CP Holy Rosary (Sp) 7:00 pm - MGH FPMC Semestre III 8:00 pm - CH Confirmation 2018
Saturday April 8
11:00 am - SJH ACTS Meeting 12:15 pm - 215 Infant Baptism Retreat 3:30 pm - CH Confessions 5:30 pm - CH Mass 7:00 pm - CH Mass (Sp)
Sunday April 9
Palm Sunday
7:30 am - CH Mass 8:30 am - FLC CDA Bake Sale 9:00 am - CH Mass 11:00 am - CH Mass 12:00 pm - CP Rosary (Sp) 1:00 pm - CH Mass (SP) 3:00 pm - SPC CCE 5:00 pm - CH Mass 6:30 pm - CRS HS Youth Night
Weekly Announcements
The Office of Family Life Ministry
congratulates all couples discerning the call to
Married Life. At St. Mary Magdalene, we
offer a comprehensive program which
consists of attending an initial meeting with
one of our clergy, attending four mandatory
preparation sessions, meeting with a sponsor
couple, and completing the FOCCUS. Once
completed, we hope that you’ll feel ready for
a wonderful life together, joined by God in
the Sacrament of Marriage.
For information/details contact:
Chris Rubio at (281) 446-8211.
Marriage Preparation Sessions: Session 4 - April 5: Financial Planning in
Marriage
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CELEBRATE THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA
PILGRIMAGE TO SPAIN WITH FATIMA & LOURDES
11 DAYS: SEPTEMBER 19 – 29, 2017
Visiting Fatima, Salamanca, Avila, Madrid,
Lourdes, Montserrat and Barcelona!
HOSTED BY FR. FELIX OSASONA
Pastor , St . Mary Magdalene Church
– Humble, TX
ONLY $2999 PER PERSON FROM HOUSTON (Air/land price is $2469 plus $530 gov’t taxes/
airline surcharges) Pick up a BROCHURE in the Narthex or church
office. For more info CONTACT FR. FELIX: Tel: (281) 446-8211 OR Email: [email protected]
Do You Have a Heart for Christ?
We have a rewarding opportunity for
you!
The Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion need
your help in serving the home-bound brothers and sisters
in Christ, this most vital sacrament. This ministry is a
wonderful way to serve in our community. We hope
that you will consider joining us!
The training can be completed in just a couple of hours
and is held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church.
Be an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
(EMHC) or receive training for EMHC
Receive training in the Home-bound Ministry by a
Team Member. Receive Commission by the Clergy of St. Mary
Magdalene Parish.
Be current in VIRTUS Training.
Please contact Marvin Corbitt at 281-750-5317 or
Or Linda Enloe at 281-389-1820, [email protected]
The valuable Lighthouse Materials that are
offered in the Narthex are means to offer you
motivation and spiritual growth throughout the
liturgical seasons. These
materials are NOT FREE. We ask for
donations to Resume and continue offering new
talks and printed materials.
Your donation of $ 4 / CD, $ 5 / Book or $ 3 /
booklet is much appreciated and is
necessary to maintain this ministry
here in the Parish.
For more information contact Cynthia Meneses: [email protected] or 832-492-1742
Weekly Announcements
Spot Light on Ministry
Bereavement
The bereavement ministry coordinates funeral
receptions that provide a gathering place,
refreshments, or a meal for family and friends of
the deceased. Volunteers donate food, help
prepare, serve meals, help set-up, clean-up, and
assist with the receptions.
For more info contact:
Madeline Graham 281-446-8044 P. 7
VIRTUS Keeping the
Promise Alive Refresher Course
April 21st 6 pm - 7:30 pm, in St. Mary’s Hall
“Keeping the Promise Alive”, is a refresher course that is required of all volunteers to attend after 5 years of taking
“Protecting God’s Children”. The material covered is designed to identify and reinforce the lessons of the original program.
Please make every effort to maintain your VIRTUS status.
Visit www.virtus.org for registration. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Enloe at (281) 389-1820 or
e-mail Linda at [email protected].
Weekly Announcements
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WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND
God’s special gift to Marriages is Love. It blesses those couples and all His Church. Love should be treasured and nourished. A good way to do this is by attending a yearly marriage enrichment. A Marriage Encounter Weekend is an excellent way to rekindle your love and
passion.
Find out more or sign up at: www.houstonme.org, or call (713) 482-1791.
NORTHEAST CATHOLIC SINGLES
A MINISTRY FOR SINGLES AGES 40 and Older.
Our next gathering will be on Wednesday, April 5 at 7 pm. Join us at Culver’s Burgers,
331 Northpark (at Hwy.59) in Kingwood.
For more information contact Elizabeth Schields at: 281-441-2552 or [email protected] ,
or subscribe to us on Flocknotes at St. Mary Magdalene’s website.
Spring Fest Craft Fair The Catholic Daughters Court of the Cross #2374 will
be hosting a Spring Fest craft fair on Sunday, May 21st
in the Family Life Center from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Booth rental is $35.00 which includes a table and 2 chairs
(checks preferred).
If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact Rosa
Herrera at 281-687-5823 or email [email protected]
for a vendor application. Deadline for submitting the application
is Friday, April 29th.
Join the Missionary Society of St. Paul and
the Associate Missionaries of St. Paul for
The 8th Annual Walk 4 the Missions
When: Saturday, April 22, 2017
Where: Tom Bass Park in Pavilion 4 (off Cullen)
Time: Registration begins at 8 am, walk begins at 9am.
Walk the miles to empower weak and disadvantaged
young people through education.
Registration forms can be found online at:
www.mspfathers.org. or call 713-747-1722Reg. fee is
- $20.00 for adults, $10.00 for children.
Register by April 9th to get an official T-shirt!
Young at Heart, 50+ Harris County Precinct 4
Transportation Dates
Young at Heart has secured Harris County Precinct 4 buses for adventures/tours on the following dates from April – October, 2017. Please mark your calendars for these dates.
Wednesday, April 26 Thursday, June 8
Thursday, Sept. 14 Wednesday, Oct. 11
Approximately 3 – 4 weeks before each activity, travel information will appear in the parish bulletin. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment of the trip is made to St. Mary Magdalene Young at Heart. The bulletin article will include:
Description of the activity Cost of activity Bus arrival, departure, and return times Reservation instructions Contact information
If additional Harris County Precinct 4 buses become available to Young at Heart, the date and information will be added to our travel list.
Adult Drama Ministry
You are invited to join an exciting
and new Adult Drama Ministry
here at St. Mary Magdalene.
We seek to minister to the Congregation through
dramatic reenactments of bible stories, feast days,
testimonies, and other appropriate
church celebrations.
If you have the gift of acting, singing, dance, music,
costume design/construction, set-design/construction,
stage hand, sound/lighting technician, writing and
producing then do not hesitate to join us.
For inquiries send an email with your area of interest
to Jemma at: [email protected]
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Purchase tickets before April 1st and save $10/couple !
Weekly Announcements
Youth Ministry News
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“Youth Night”: On Sunday, April 2bd, all HS youth are invited to our “Sports Night” in the FLC at 6:30pm. Our next middle school event is “Paper
Charades” on Thursday, April 6th at 6:00pm in the Youth Room. We
could use some snacks in the Youth Room… thanks for your support!
Text Message Reminders: We offer text message reminders, which can be sent straight to your cellphone / mobile device.
Simply enter 81010 in the “To:” field, and send the following message to register for specific messages for our programs…
2017 Confirmation TEAM (plans and runs the program): @17conteam { NEW! }
2017 Confirmation candidates / parents: @conf2017 High School Youth Ministry: @stmmHS
2018 Confirmation candidates / parents: @conf2018 Middle School Youth Ministry: @stmmJR
2016 - 2017 Sacrament Preparation (parents / students preparing for Reconciliation & Eucharist): @smmsacprep
Carissa Moses,
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
Youth Office: (281) 446-1241
Mike Smith, M.A.
Pastoral Associate for Formation
CCE Office: (281) 446-2933
2016- 2017 Formation Classes
This is week #21… only two more
classes! We will meet this Sunday,
April 2nd at 3:00pm ; Tuesday, April
4th at 6:00pm ; and Wednesday, April
5th at 6:00pm. We are seeing an increase in the
number of sick children being sent to class! Please make sure your child is symptom-free for a full 24
hours - just like school! We don’t want to spread germs to everyone. CCE Registration Dates:
As we wrap up one academic year, it is time to prepare for the
next! We have scheduled three ( 3 ) Formation / CCE registration events for the 2017 - 2018 program year. These
are opportunities to register for both CCE / Formation classes and our Sacramental Preparation programs. The “early”
registration dates are Saturday, April 22nd ; Saturday, May
20th ; and Saturday, June 3rd … all events will be from 2:00pm -
5:00pm in the Family Life Center!
Sacrament Preparation: If your child needs to be re-interviewed (or pass have their book reviewed), please contact the Formation Office to schedule an
appointment ASAP. Students who have not completed the Reconciliation and/ or Eucharist interviews will not be allowed to celebrate First Communion until they do complete the
required evaluations! The Eucharist rehearsal is coming up on
Monday, April 24th at 6:00pm… as usual, we will require both
the parent and student to attend this important event.
2017 Confirmation CLASS:
Congratulations to all our
newly confirmed high school
youth! As we have learned,
Confirmation is a celebration of your
faith… not a graduation! We look forward
to seeing your continued growth in the years to come.
We will notify you when your
Confirmation photo orders arrive. Please
check the Remind test message account for
quick updates.
2018 Confirmation CLASS If you are a baptized high school student (9th, 10th, or 11th
grades) who is not currently participating in the 2017
Confirmation class, you are invited to attend the 2018
Confirmation Orientation Meeting. Parents and students
should plan to attend this important meeting, which will be
held this Friday, April 7, 2017 at 8:00pm in the Church.
We will be reviewing the parish Confirmation guidelines and
calendar dates, plus we will answer any questions you may
have. Please plan to attend this meeting… there is NOT a
make-up!
Want to receive text message reminders about the 2018
Confirmation process — please text @conf2018 to 81010.
AYC 2017: If you are an incoming high school freshman (currently an 8th grader) through to our graduating seniors, you are invited to participate in the Archdiocesan Youth Conference… the largest event we offer locally for high
school youth. It is coming up July 28 - 30 at the Hilton
Americas Hotel downtown; the cost is $190 per person (includes AYC registration, hotel, transportation, and food) until June 2… after June 2, the price goes up to $210. A $50 deposit is due when you turn in the paper-
work… see Carissa for details.
Children’s News and Adult Formation
Breaking Open the Word for Families
5th Sunday of Lent
Reading 1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
I will open your graves and have you rise from them. The Lord promises that He will open our graves and put
His spirit in us that we might live and know that He is the
Lord. “I have promised, and I will do it,” says the Lord.
We, who have been dead in sin, will be raised to new life
in Christ Jesus.
Reading 2: Romans 8:8-11
You are in the spirit, if only the Spirit of God dwells in
you. St. Paul explains that when the Spirit of God dwells
in us, we are dead “to the flesh” – meaning to the
temptations of the world. “The one Who raised Christ
from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also,
through His Spirit dwelling in you.”
Gospel: John 11:1-45
Jesus told her: I am the Resurrection and the Life.
Jesus’ friend Lazarus is ill, and Jesus tells His disciples:
“This illness is not to end in death but is for the glory of
God.” Although Lazarus dies, this is not the end; Jesus, the
Resurrection and the Life, called Lazarus forth – He
opened his grave and had him rise from it – He poured His
Spirit upon his friend. Let us pray in faith that God is
listening, as Jesus prayed then: “Father, I thank you for
hearing me; I know that You always hear me.”
CCE classes will meet today Sun., Apr il 2; Tues., April 4; and Wed., April 5.
CCE Registration Event this month: Saturday, April 22 from 2 to 5 in the Family Life Center.
We offer CCE classes during the school year on
Sundays (3 to 4:30); Tuesdays (6 to 7:30); and Wednesdays
(6 to 7:30). We also offer “Summer Study” daily from June
19 through June 30, which covers one year of lessons in
those two weeks.
Who should come:
(1) Parents wishing to enrich the faith formation of their
children;
(2) Parents whose baptized children over the age of 7 attend
a Catholic school (including St. Mary Magdalene’s school) should register for Sac Prep to prepare for First
Reconciliation and First Eucharist;
(3) Parents wanting to baptize children over the age of 7
should register for CCE (one year) and CCE and RCIA
(second year).
Our faith in art: See what you think of Adoration by
Giuseppe Magni (1869 – 1956). Here we see our Lord as a
chubby, cherubic child seated on the lap of His mother. He
accepts the gift of vivid flowers from adoring, pious
children. We see here in these children the virtues of faith
and charity. Have we done our best to bring our children to
the Lord? Have we fostered in them a love for the Lord?
What flowers (good works, acts of charity) have we given to
the Lord today?
The Sac Prep Eucharist rehearsal is coming up at the end
of this month: Monday, April 24. Children needing Eu-
charist interviews should contact Mike, Ginger, or Carissa at
281-446-8211.
Interested in becoming Catholic? If you are not a baptized Catholic - or a baptized Catholic who needs the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation - we offer “inquiry” classes to learn more about
what the Catholic Church teaches and stands for. Our next
Inquiry classes begin on Tuesday, April 18th at 7:00pm in
McGivney Hall; we start with a short prayer service and then move to Room 216 of the 2-story Education Building until
8:45pm. All are welcome! Please contact Ginger at
(281) 446-2933 with questions.
R.C.I.A.:
Elect Catechumens will be celebrating the 3rd Scrutiny
this Sunday, April 2nd at 11:00am; please attend Mass and then move to the Chapel for the dismissal. Later this week, we will gather for a special “Catechesis on
Holy Week and Triduum” on Tuesday, April 4th at 7:00pm in McGivney Hall… no breakouts tonight; everyone stays for the presentation. No class next
week (Tuesday, April 11th)… but we are back on April 18th.
Children’s Catechumenate (R.C.I.A. for
Children): Elect Catechumens will be celebrating the 3rd Scrutiny this
Sunday, April 2nd at 11:00am; please attend Mass and then
move to the Chapel for the dismissal. We will have a special
“Catechesis on Holy Week and Triduum” on Tuesday, April
4th at 7:00pm in McGivney Hall… no breakouts tonight;
everyone stays for the presentation. No class next week
(Tuesday, April 11th)… but we are back on April 18th.
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Adult Bible Study Option We are pleased to offer two formation options this spring -
the “Catholicism” video series with Bishop Robert Barron or
a book study on “The Lamb’s Supper” by Scott Hahn. We
meet weekly on Thursdays at 9:30am (morning) and 7:00pm
(evening) in Room 216 of the 2-story Education Building.
Both options are presented free of charge.
Mike Smith, M.A. Ginger Herrington
Pastoral Associate for Formation Coordinator of Elementary Formation
[email protected] [email protected]
Formation Office: (281) 446-2933
Weekly Announcements
Employment Opportunity! FACILITIES MANAGER
We are seeking a full-time Facilities Manager (FM) who
will be responsible for the maintenance of the parish
buildings and grounds. This position requires a team
player attitude, excellent interpersonal and communication
skills, attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple
projects. The FM has a clear understanding of acceptable
business practices in relation to church teachings. The FM
has the ability to collaborate with and support the Pastor,
Business Manager, parish staff, and parishioners. Other
responsibilities include: Performs minor repairs, supervises tasks related to HVAC,
electrical, plumbing, security, environmental, and safety of
parish buildings and grounds
Supervises the custodial staff and event coordination
Supervises and negotiates cost with contractors/ vendors as
they relate to maintenance ensuring efficient facility
operations
Ensures compliance/implementation of policies as they
relate to parish facilities
Works with pastor and building committee for
improvement projects
Required Education/ Experience:
High school diploma or higher, some college preferred and
3-5 yrs. experience in a related field.
Must posses excellent leadership and managerial skills
Available and on call for emergencies
Must have experience with Windows-based computers and
Office software
Ability to lift about 40 lbs. and not be impaired to move
around
If you are interested, kindly submit resume and references
with a cover letter to :Wanda Conley, Business Manager at
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The Knights of Columbus will be serving
delicious fish each Friday during Lent from
5-7 P.M. in the Family Life Center. Price will
be $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children
under 10. Meals are available to take home, or
you can enjoy a delicious meal before
attending the Stations of the Cross.
DIVINE MERCY MESSAGE AND DEVOTION Divine Mercy: A Way of Life
On Good Friday 1937, Jesus requested that St. Faustina make a special Novena before the Feast of Mercy, from Good Friday through the following Saturday. He, Himself, dictated the intentions for each day. He said, “I desire that during these nine days, you bring souls to the fountain of My mercy, that they may draw from there strength and refreshment and whatever
grace they have need of in the hardships of life, and especially at the hour of death. On each day, you will bring to My heart a different group of souls, and you will immerse them in this ocean of My mercy…” (Diary,1209). “By this Novena, I will grant every possible grace to souls” (796).
To prepare for the Feast we must also practice the ABCs of Mercy:
Ask for His Mercy (Pray constantly, repent sins, ask for mercy for our-selves and the world.) Be Merciful (Let the mercy received from God flow through us to others.) Completely Trust (The more we trust, the more graces we can receive-no trust, no graces.)
It is not necessary for you to pray the novena in church. We invite the whole community to come and pray with us. However, if you are unable to come, please pray the novena at home wherever
it is convenient. **Free pamphlet on how to pray the Novena available in the back of
the Chapel**
Good Friday, April 14 @ 4 pm.- All mankind, especially all sinners.
Holy Saturday, April 15 @ 3 pm.- The souls of priests and religious.
Easter Sunday, April 16 @ 3 pm.- All devout and faithful souls.
Monday, April 17 @ 6:30 pm.- Those who do not believe in God and those who do not yet know Him.
Tuesday, April 18 @ 6:30 pm.- (Bilingual) For the souls who have separated themselves from the Church.
Wednesday, April 19 @ 6:30 pm.- The meek and humble souls and the souls of little children.
Thursday, April 20 @ 6:30 pm.- (Bilingual) The souls who especially venerate and glorify my mercy.
Friday, April 21 @ 6:30 pm.– Souls who are detained in Purgatory.
Saturday, April 22 @ 3 pm.- Souls who have become lukewarm.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY - Sunday, April 23rd, 2017: Remember Our Lord’s promises: I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and a shelter for all souls and especially for poor sinners….The soul that will go to Confession (within about 20 days before or after the Feast) and receive Holy Communion (on that day) shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. A priest will hear confessions Saturday at 3:30 p.m.
PALABRA DE VIDA
“Un proverbio irlandés dice: ‘En el refugio del otro vive cada uno’. Hemos sido creados para depender unos de otros y caminar
juntos en el sufrimiento.”
-Cuidado de los seres queridos al final de la vida Secretariado de Actividades Pro-Vida de USCCB,
Programa Respetemos la Vida 2016–2017 P. 13
Mensaje del Párroco
En el evangelio de Juan, los milagros de Jesús fueron realizados para revelar la
gloria de Dios al pueblo para que pudieran
llegar a la fe. Por eso Jesús abrió los ojos
del hombre ciego de nacimiento en el
evangelio de la semana pasada. Jesús
recalcó el mismo punto en el evangelio de
hoy cuando resucitó a Lázaro de entre los
muertos. Después de recibir la noticia de que Lázaro estaba
gravemente enfermo, Jesús decidió esperar dos días más
antes de ir a visitar a la familia. Este acercamiento a los
milagros de Jesús es diferente de los otros evangelios
sinópticos de Mateo, Marcos y Lucas, donde Jesús realiza
milagros por compasión por el pueblo. Esto no quiere decir
que el acercamiento de Juan contradiga el de los otros
escritores del evangelio. De hecho, la gloria y/o el poder de
Dios se manifiestan en su compasión y amor por las
personas.
Hoy, Jesús lloró en la tumba de Lázaro su amigo. Amaba a
Lázaro tanto, y también amaba a las dos hermanas, María y
Marta. Jesús compartió nuestra humanidad. Él compartió las
tristezas y dolores de sus amigos. Me pregunto cuántos de
nosotros realmente hemos tomado tiempo para pensar en
esto. Cuando estamos en dolor y tristeza, ¿sabemos que
Cristo está compartiendo nuestros dolores? Sí, él lo hace.
Sabiendo que lo hace, debemos ser consolados y poner
nuestra confianza en él sabiendo que hará lo que es mejor y
nos dará fuerza para soportar nuestros dolores. Jesús resucitó a Lázaro de los muertos, una señal segura del poder de Dios
sobre la vida y la muerte.
Nuestra lectura del Evangelio los últimos tres domingos nos
han mostrado diferentes caras de Jesús. En su encuentro con
la mujer samaritana, Jesús se revela como "el agua viva".
Para el hombre ciego nacido en la lectura de la semana
pasada, Jesús es "la luz del mundo". Al resucitar a Lázaro de
los muertos en la lectura de hoy, Jesús se revela como "la
resurrección y la vida".
Jesús llamó a Lázaro del sepulcro y él oyó las palabras de
Cristo y salió. Sí, escuchando la palabra de Dios, los muertos
vuelven a vivir. Hay veces que probablemente sentimos que
no tenemos ningún uso en la comunidad. Para algunos, so-
mos incluso tan buenos como muertos. Esto puede ser o no
ser nuestra culpa. Sin embargo, si escuchamos la voz de
Cristo llamándonos a una nueva vida, necesitamos responder
como Lázaro y salir. Cuando Lázaro salió, todavía estaba
atado y en servidumbre. Jesús ordenó al pueblo: Desátenlo,
déjenlo libre. Fue entonces cuando Lázaro recuperó
completamente su vida.
Nadie puede decir que todo haya terminado excepto Dios. Jesús nos demostró hoy que la vida y la muerte están en sus
manos y no tenemos derecho a tomar la vida de otros. Si él
está ofreciendo vida a la gente, Jesús quiere que cooperemos
con él dejando que esas personas vayan libres. Cuando los
liberamos, nos liberamos. Cuando los liberamos, mucha
gente creerá que realmente estamos sirviendo al Dios vivo.
Felicitaciones a nuestra Clase de Confirmación 2017 que
recibió la plenitud del Espíritu Santo este sábado 1 de abril,
por medio de la imposición de manos de nuestro Obispo
Auxiliar George Sheltz. Con su confirmación, estos jóvenes
están ahora completamente iniciados en la fe católica. Ahora
son soldados de Cristo! Llenos del Espíritu Santo, ellos
deben compartir sus dones con el mundo, la iglesia y nuestra
comunidad parroquial. A veces los jóvenes católicos reciben
los sacramentos y luego dejan de ir a la iglesia. Ellos ven la
recepción de la Santa Cena como un trofeo que han ganado y
sólo lo guardan en un estante en sus casas. Bueno, eso no es
lo que la iglesia espera de sus hijos. Los sacramentos de
gracia recibidos se manifiestan en las palabras y acciones del
receptor. Cuando el Espíritu Santo descendió sobre los
apóstoles en Pentecostés, se animaron a salir y compartir a
Cristo con entusiasmo. Espero que nuestros Confirmandi que
recibieron el sacramento de la Confirmación el sábado se
vuelvan más activos en la iglesia y también compartan su fe
con sus compañeros en la escuela y en todas partes. Los
invito a participar en los programas y ministerios juveniles
de la parroquia.
La próxima semana es Semana Santa comenzando con
Domingo de Ramos. Nuestro calendario parroquial para la
semana se incluye en el boletín. Tenga en cuenta que no
habrá confesiones ni misa vespertina el martes 11 de abril, ya
que los sacerdotes asistirán a la Misa Crismal en la
Co-Catedral. El Cardenal DiNardo celebrará la Misa Crismal
con todos los sacerdotes de la Arquidiócesis durante la cual
bendecirá los santos aceites que serán utilizados para la
celebración de los sacramentos. Los sacerdotes también
renovarán sus compromisos con el servicio sacerdotal ese
día. Les pido que oren por todos los sacerdotes que trabajan
en nuestra Arquidiócesis, en particular para el P. Tony y yo
renovando nuestros compromisos con Dios y con ustedes, el
pueblo de Dios.
—Padre Felix ([email protected])
El Ministerio de Bienvenida tiene una mesa en el atrio de
la iglesia para asistir a los visitantes y los nuevos miembros
de nuestra parroquia con información acerca de la Iglesia
Santa María Magdalena. La mesa se encuentra cerca de la
puerta del cuarto de los niños.
Vengan y pregunten cualquier pregunta que tengan; los
ministros que están presentes tratarán de asistirlos lo mejor
que puedan. Estamos aquí para hacerlos sentir en casa.
Anuncios de la Semana
Stewardship Offering
Ofrenda 26 de marzo del 2017 - $28,851.39 Ofrenda enviada por internet - $6,659.04
Total - $32,510.43 Segunda Colecta CRS - $7,899.18
Colecta enviada por internet - $110.00 Total - $8009.18
DSF Colecta del Parroquia des de
26 de marzo 2017
2017 DSF Gol — $165,000.00 Contribución hasta la Fecha — $54,859.30
Cantidad comprometida hasta la fecha -$85,279.30 Numero de Participantes — 215
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Inscripciones para Clases de
Formación
¡Mientras concluimos un año académico, es hora de
prepararnos para el próximo! Hemos programado tres
(3) eventos de Registro de Formación / CCE para el
año del programa 2017 - 2018. Estas son oportunidades
para inscribirse en las clases de CCE / Formación y en
nuestros programas de Preparación Sacramental.
Las fechas de inscripción "temprana" son:
Sábado, 22 de abril
Sábado, 20 de mayo
Sábado, 3 de junio
Todos los eventos serán de 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm en el
Centro de Vida Familiar!
Sábado, 22 de Abril, 2017
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Con su apoyo económico podremos iniciar
nuestros retiros de ACTS en nuestra
Parroquia Sta. María Magdalena.
Para Donaciones Habla a:
Arlex y Roxana Fuentes (832-723-8748)
Comienza el Estudio de Factibilidad
Parroquial!
A medida que nuestra comunidad continúa creciendo, es
importante que nos preparemos para satisfacer las
necesidades de nuestra comunidad tanto ahora como en los
próximos años para que todos podamos encontrar a Cristo
más profundamente en nuestras vidas. Con esto en mente,
estamos felices de anunciar un estudio de factibilidad para
examinar la posibilidad de llevar a cabo una campaña de
capital para la expansión y renovación de nuestra iglesia y la
construcción de una nuevo edificio multifuncional.
Cada familia será invitada a participar en este estudio. Por
favor, mire su correo para su invitación a participar.
Anuncios de la Semana
Talleres de Oración y Vida
†Te invitamos a entrar en un trato personal, intimo y profundo con el
Señor.
†Encuentra el "porqué" de las cosas que han pasado en tu vida. †Adquiere fortaleza emocional, sentido de la vida y Alegría de Vivir. †Conoce las diferentes formas de orar y descubre las que más se adapten a tu estilo y situación personal.
Cuando: Cada miércoles, en 2017 Por la Mañana: 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Por la Tarde: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Para más información favor comunicarse con: Josefina De León Tel: (832) 236-0349 ¡TE ESPERAMOS! ¡DIOS TE BENDIGA!
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CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS
St. Mary Magdalene Church #515133
527 S. Houston Avenue
Humble, TX 77338
TELEPHONE
(281) 446-8211
CONTACT PERSON
Nery Lucarini
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MS Publisher 2016
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PRINTER
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TRANSMISSION TIME
Tuesday, March 28th 2017 @ 11:00 am
SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION
April 2nd, 2017
NUMBER OF PAGES SENT
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