ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE

CATHOLIC CHURCH

4100 South Coulter Street Amarillo, TX 79109

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity May 27, 2018

Church Phone: (806) 358-2461

Rectory Phone: (806) 353-1016

Fax: (806) 358-2529

Website: www.stthomasamarillo.org

Office Hours: (M-F) 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Diocese of Amarillo

Mass Times Saturday: 5:00 PM (Sunday Vigil Mass)

Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:15 AM

Wednesday-Friday: 7:00 AM

Tuesday: 6:00 PM

Holy Days: (to be announced) Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday: 5:30-6:30 PM

Saturday: 3:30-4:30 PM

Other times by appointment

Sacrament of Baptism

Contact the Parish Office to schedule a date and

time. Parents and sponsors must attend a Baptism

class. One sponsor must be Catholic and at least

16 years of age.

Sacraments of 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion

These sacraments combine into one sacramental

preparation program which takes two consecutive

years of religious education classes to complete.

Students must be at least in first grade to begin this

preparation.

Sacrament of Confirmation

This sacrament takes two consecutive years of faith

formation to complete. Students must be in at least

sixth grade before beginning this preparation.

Sacrament of Matrimony

Contact the Pastor at least six months before the

date of the wedding.

Sacrament of the Sick

Please notify the parish secretary of any sick or

elderly shut-ins and all those in the hospital.

The Rite of Christian Initiation

The program for adults (RCIA) is open to

non-Catholics who wish to learn more about the

Catholic faith and to Catholics who have not

celebrated the Sacraments. This process is offered

on an ongoing basis.

REFLECTION

Happy Trinity Sunday! In today's Gospel, we hear Jesus

declare together all three Persons of the Trinity. "Go therefore,

and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the

name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."

When we speak of the Trinity, two different theological

words are sometimes used: immanent and economic. The

immanent Trinity is the life of the three Persons within

themselves, the inner harmonious relationship between

Father, Son, and Spirit. We see this in the Gospels when Jesus

speaks of his Father and promises to send the Holy Spirit. The

term "economic" has its roots in the Greek word oikonomia,

roughly meaning "household management." The economic

Trinity is our three-Personed God's relationship with creation; it

is creation and redemption and ongoing relationship with us.

Made in the image and likeness of God, we are called to

imitate God's immanence by giving and receiving love with

one another in community. However, this is not limited only to

those close to us, though that's where love often starts. We

also imitate the economy of God when we go out, when we

extend our love and care in a life-giving way. "Go therefore ?"

Every believer is sent on mission. Every believer is invited to

follow Jesus and the Apostles "to the nations," to the margins,

to the people who require a little extra reach. This could be a

distant relative, the residents of your local homeless shelter or

even the forgotten neighbor next door! When we love well,

we create something beautiful-a relationship, a holy moment,

a foretaste of heaven. This Trinity Sunday, take some time to

examine the relationships in your life. How well do you love

those nearest to you? How well do you reach out to those

farther away? How are you creating something beautiful?

Parish News

Our Stewardship

PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:

OUR SICK AND HOMEBOUND: Kate Schmidt, Ben Canales, Marilyn Brzostowski, Cleta

Bustos, Steve Chontos, Elizabeth Stone, Terry Moenter,

Lynn Gerken, Glenda Fassauer, Braxton Sandoval, Cheryle

Wayne, Jerry Stone, Jerry Terry, Esther York, Shanna

O’Gorman, Mike O’Neill, Angie Van Bakel, Jeannette

Kaminski, Mary Maalouf, Emile Jones, Nadine Hadley, Brian

Dolan, Madeline Arrott, Lupita Randon, Betty Cutting, Judy

Allen, Roy Steele, Jordan Barrientez, Gilbert Ybarra, Paul

Kiefer, Doug Tyler, JoAnn Mercer, Valerie Williams, John

(Jack) Hoben, LaRuth Haverfield, Betty Stevens, Richard

Herbsleb, Bernetta Owens, Edna Henke, James Rhodes,

Emily Pacheco, Trevor Kitts.

OUR SERVICE MEN & WOMEN:

Cruz Rey Esparza, Sheldon Fowler, Shelby Lopez, A. J.

Serafin, Lee Wingfield, Sean Callahan, Bryan Revell, John

Nussbaum, Rachel Nussbaum, Matt Nussbaum, Christopher

Schrock, David Oviedo Cantu, Jacob Bitonel, Jason Freeby,

Jacob Tumbelson, Swasey & Jena Brown, Cody Keesee,

Justin Spencer, Ryan Huseman, Cody Detten.

ST. THOMAS PRAYER CHAIN:

Do you know someone in need of special prayers? The

Prayer Chain is always taking requests. If you would be in-

terested in joining this worthwhile ministry or if you have a

prayer chain request, call the RE office, 358-2461, Ext. 107.

Prayer Intentions

PARISH OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED MON., MAY 28,

IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY.

HAVE A SAFE & BLESSED HOLIDAY.

UNITED CATHOLIC APPEAL: Thank you to those who have completed their UCA pledge cards. Currently, 259 families/individuals (18%) have pledged $127,006 (74%) of our goal. If you have not already done so, please complete your pledge card as soon as possible. Thank you for your participation and generosity. SUMMER ROSARY MAKERS: Please consider doing something special for Our Blessed Mother Mary by learning to make Mission Rosaries to send out in the USA and other countries. We will meet on Tuesdays, beginning on June 5, through July 24, from 2:00-3:30 p.m. There is a one time fee of $5.00 for adults. Children are free if accompanied by an adult. If you have questions, please call 681-3185. THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL COLLECTION has been remitted to the Diocese, Catholic Communications, $4,281. Thank you for your continued generosity. PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: At this time, an Adorer is needed for Mon., 1:00 a.m./Fri., 1:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m./Sat., 2:00 a.m. If you are interested in being a part of this

worthwhile ministry, call Simon Wright, 806-570-9776. MINISTRY OF HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE SICK & HOMEBOUND: Our lay Eucharistic Ministers distribute Holy Communion and convey the prayers of the church to those who may be homebound or in a nursing home due to illness or disability. Ministers may serve as often as they like. If you feel called to this ministry to help us share the light of Christ with those unable to leave their homes, please contact Dayamín Winchester at 358-2461, Ext. 107.

Budget Actual Variance May 20, 2018 $ 26,831.00 $ 27,786.80 $ 955.80 Month-to-Date $ 80,493.00 $ 83,552.80 $ 3,059.80 “The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ…” ~ROMANS 8:16-17

If we are heirs to the kingdom of God, shouldn’t we work to build up His kingdom? Shouldn’t we be good stewards of our inheritance, using our time in prayer, our talent in charitable works and our treasure to care for the Church that God has left to us? Our Church is a treasured heirloom from God. Do we treat it that way? ~Office of Stewardship & Development & United Catholic Appeal

More Parish News

ALTAR FLOWERS

Altar Flowers this week

were donated by

Rob & Kris Michelotti

in memory of

Jack & Suzanne McGee

& Gail Michelotti

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Tess Homer - Margaret Anderson

Leadership Scholarship

Alex Wagner - STMC + John Jay Thorpe Scholarship

Hannah Romo - STMC + Jan Sellers Scholarship

Reece Huseman - STMC Scholarship

Abby Rickwartz - STMC Scholarship

Catherine Heinrich - STMC Scholarship

Caroline Bush - STMC Scholarship

Claudia Crutcher - STMC Scholarship

Jace Wieck -STMC Scholarship

Youth Schedule and Events

Please pray for the youth and their sponsors as we travel to Dallas for June 22-24 for our Steubenville conference. Pray that God changes our lives as our relationship with Jesus grows deeper, our Catholic faith stronger, and our service to others more important.

For more information, contact Andrew Neighbors at aneighbors@stthomasamarillo.org

Around the Diocese

Holy Cross Corner

Congratulations to Holy Cross Catholic Academy Choir students! The following students participated in Greater Southwest solos. High School students Anna Phillips-Superior (1)

Makaela Webb-Superior (1) Jenna Rickwartz-Superior (1) Jacob Davila-Outstanding Middle School students Kaci Willburn-Superior (1) Kylie Alfaro-Superior (1) Sadie Vincent-Superior (1) Audee Seidenberger-Outstanding Isabelle Barnett-Outstanding Rachel Lane-Outstanding Olivia Reyes-Outstanding

The Middle school mixed choir also received an outstanding rating.

Way to go Mustangs!

REUNION CELEBRATION: Save the date and spread the word! Attention Graduates, Former Students, Faculty/Staff from St. Mary’s, Price College, Alamo Catholic High School and Holy Cross Catholic Academy! There will be an all school/all classes REUNION CELEBRATION the weekend of Jul. 20-21, 2018. The cost will be $30 per person and $50 per couple. Our email is price.alamo.hc73@gmail.com. For more information, contact Bea Arreola-Owen at 806-683-4864. Please spread the word to any contacts you may have. The more you spread the word, the more people we can reach out to for this celebration! ENGAGED ENCOUNTER: If you are planning a wedding you can attend the Engaged Encounter at the Bishop DeFalco Retreat Center as part of your Marriage preparation. To register contact: Molly at the Diocese of Amarillo (806) 383-2243 or by visiting www.amarillodiocese.org/engaged-encounter. Upcoming dates: July 21-22, 2018. ITALY PILGRIMAGE: Msgr. Joe Bixenman is hosting a Pilgrimage, Oct. 31 through Nov. 10, 2018. which includes Venice, Padua, Florence, Assisi & Vatican City with a Papal Audience. Cost is $3299 from Dallas (which is air/land tour price of $2,849 plus $450 taxes/airline surcharges.) For a detailed brochure, contact Msgr. Bixenman at bixenmanjoe6@gmail.com, or call him at 806-681-1717. SCHOOL SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS/PANHANDLE would love to share the beauty of Franciscan Spirituality and a taste of prayer. Consider joining us the first Monday of each month in Our Lady of the Angels Chapel (Sancta Maria Convent) in Panhandle: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Short talk on Franciscan Spirituality, Adoration, Confessions; 7:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Social Time. All are invited for a time of prayer, fun, and fellowship. Come rest your soul. ST. MARY’S CATHEDRAL SCHOOL JOB OPPORTUNTIES: Montessori Director: A Full-Time Montessori Director for the 2018-2019 school year The Montessori Director works in Collaboration with the school Principal in the delivery of a high quality instructional Montessori preschool program within the school. Qualifications: AMS Primary MACTE Certification (Required); Bachelor Degree (in Education preferred) At least 3 yrs. experience as a Lead teacher in Montessori. Must be Catholic. Montessori Lead Teachers: (Preschool Ages 3-5); Full-Time Montessori Lead Teachers for the 2018-2019 school year. Qualifications: AMS Montessori certification from a MACTE; accredited program - required Can also have an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor’s degree or higher. Elementary Teachers: Full-Time Elementary Teachers for the 2018-2019 school year Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree, valid state certification or the equivalent, as specified by the TCCB Ed & Diocese of Amarillo; Non-Catholic teachers are required to have knowledge of the Catholic faith and support Catholic tradition in education. Physical Education Teacher: A Part-Time Physical Education Teacher for the 2018-2019 school year. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and must hold a valid teaching certificate. Preference may be given to someone with an EC-6 Physical Education endorsement. Interested persons may pick up an application at the school and/or email the following documents Cover Letter, Current Résumé, List of References to Principal, Linda Aranda at aranda@stmarysamarillo.com, or mail to 1200 S. Washington, Amarillo, TX 79102.

Parish News

JOB OPPORTUNITY: St. Thomas is seeking an individual to handle light custodial duties and maintenance issues throughout the weekend schedule. This is a part-time position, 8 -12 hours per weekend. Please contact Bryan Webb, 358-2461 ext. 102, if interested.

“On that sacred weekend retreat I finally found the peace and healing that I had been longing for over the past 15 years.” - Rachel Retreat Participant

Call Rachel Ministries. We can help you find healing

and peace after abortion.

Confidential contact: Mindy at rios2000us@yahoo.com or 806-702-2284.

ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE PARISH STAFF Pastor ……………………………………………...….Rev. John Valdez

Deacon ………………………………………………. Blaine Westlake

Deacon ……………………………………………….….Phillip Whitson

Retired Deacon ……………………………………………...Jim Brown

Retired Deacon ……………………………………...Terry Pevehouse

Music Dir./Organist/Choir Master…………………...... Jim Gardner

Assistant Music Dir. ……………………………..........Nicole Koetting

Religious Ed & Adult Faith Formation Director…..……Kerry Acker

Youth Director……………………………………..Andrew Neighbors

Parish Secretary ………………………………………...….Rita Walker

Facility Administrator ………………………………….....Bryan Webb

Parish Bookkeeper …………………………..……..Virginia Christian

Parish Life Coordinator ………………………..……….....Julie Jones

Ministry Assistant ……………………………… Dayamin Winchester

Music Secretary ………………………………….....…...Judith Tucker

Music Assistant ………………………………..…Stephanie Gallegos

Facility Assistant ………………………………..…….....Glen Starcher

Custodian …………………………………………….Mark Ebenkamp

Custodian ………………………………………………....Curtis Zeissel

Liturgical Environmentalist………………………………..Julie Pierce

Sunday, May 27: Dt 4:32-34, 39-40/Rom 8:14-17/Mt 28:16-20

Monday, May 28:

1 Pt 1:3-9/Mk 10:17-27

Tuesday, May 29:

1 Pt 1:10-16/Mk 10:28-31

Wednesday, May 30:

1 Pt 1:18-25/Mk 10:32-45

Thursday, May 31:

Zep 3:14-18a/Lk 1:39-56

Friday, June 1:

1 Pt 4:7-13/Mk 11:11-26

Saturday, June 2:

Jude 17, 20b-25/Mk 11:27-33

Sunday, June 3:

Ex 24:3-8/Heb 9:11-15/Mk 14:12-16, 22-26

Daily Scripture Readings

Liturgy Schedule and Special Mass Intentions:

Monday 5/28 NO MASS

Tuesday 5/29 6:00 PM

Living/Deceased Mem. of

Clemens & Rickwart Families

Georgann Rickwartz

Wednesday 5/30 7:00 AM

Deceased Members of

Burnes Family

Simon & Martha Wright

Thursday 5/31 7:00 AM

Spec. Int. of Agnes Ballard

Dcn. Blaine &

Louise Westlake

Friday 6/1 7:00 AM +Maurice Schooler

Mike & Marla Britten

Saturday 6/2 5:00 PM +Billy Reeves

Dr. Stephen Usala

Sunday 6/3

7:30 AM MEMBERS OF PARISH FAMILY

9:00 AM +Cecilia Hart

Duane & Barbara Carlson

11:15 AM +Leon Schilling

Marion Gabel

Week at a Glance

Congrats to our graduates!

RCIA News

+ Are you ready to begin your journey into the Catholic faith? The first step of RCIA is the Inquiry class!

+Upcoming inquiry dates are as follows: June 3, June 17,

July 8, July 22, August 5, and August 19!

Contact Kerry Acker DRE at kacker@stthomasamarillo.org or 806.358.2461 for more info on RCIA or Religious Education!

Adult Faith Formation

Religious Education News MONDAY, MAY 28 MEMORIAL DAY - PARISH OFFICES CLOSED TUESDAY, MAY 29 NO SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 9:00 a.m. - Community Bible Study - Parlor 9:30 a.m. - Marianist Group - Marian Room 5:30 p.m. - Confessions - Chapel 6:00 p.m. - Prayer Shawl Group - Parlor 6:30 p.m. - Adult Handbells - Music Wing THURSDAY, MAY 31 10:00 a.m. - Rosary Group - Chapel 6:30 p.m. - Diaconate Prayer Group - Parlor FRIDAY, JUNE 1 NO SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES SATURDAY, JUNE 2 3:30 p.m. - Confessions - Chapel SUNDAY, JUNE 3 10:05 a.m. - RCIA Inquiry Class - Library 1:30 p.m. - Adoration/Exposition - Church 3:00 p.m. - Rev. Shane Wieck’s First Mass - Church 4:30 p.m. - Reception for Rev. Shane Wieck - Msgr. Tash Hall

THE RESPONSIBILITY OF OUR FAITH

Today is a day simply to ponder the fact that in bap-

tism we were claimed by God: Father, Son, and Holy

Spirit. The first reading from Deuteronomy prompts

us to fix in our hearts the truth that God is the Lord of

both heaven and earth and there is no other god.

Saint Paul reminds us that, because we received the

Spirit of adoption in baptism, we are now children of

God. In the Gospel Jesus charges us with the respon-

sibility to make other disciples. These realities make

today’s solemnity a day of praise, adoration, and re-

sponsibility. It is a fitting day to thank God for the ab-

solutely free gift of faith that we were given in bap-

tism. It is also a day to ask God for strength to take

on the responsibility of sharing that faith with others.

Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

MEMORIAL DAY, MAY 28

"No one has greater love than this, to lay down

one's life for one's friends." Christians are no strangers

to sacrifice. Jesus lays down his life for our redemption,

martyrs remain faithful to the end, and every believer

faces "deaths" in the spiritual life when love requires a

re-ordering of preference and priority.

On Memorial Day, we honor those who laid down their

lives for their nation and for the values we espouse -

freedom, justice, and a better world for our children. In

a day that often fills with barbeques and boat launch-

es, remember to take some time in prayer! Intercede

for those who have died and for the loved ones they

left behind, and pray for peace on earth.

~Liturgical Publicaions