THE LANTERN - St. Charles Lwanga Parish

ST. CHARLES LWANGA
THE LANTERN
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
153 Years of Emancipation
July 3, 2016
THIS WEEK’S MEETINGS
AND ACTIVITIES
MONDAY, JULY 4, 2016
8:30 Soup Kitchen Service
TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2016
7:15 Mass – Cecilia Site
11:30 DAC – Leo Site
SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2016
12:00 Christian Service
Commission Meeting
Rev. Theodore K. Parker, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Douglas Jackson, Deacon
Brendall Johnson, Pastoral Associate
Angela Thomas-Weldon, Pastoral Associate
Patricia Dixon, Director Religious Education (DRE)
Joanna Powell Minister of Music
Carmen Smithe, Business Manager
Rachel Heard, receptionist, Cecilia Site
Sandra Hill, receptionist, Leo Site
Allison Thompson, Gym & Hall Manager (Cecilia Site)
Sr. Mary Ellen Thomas - Pastoral Volunteer
Bulletin
Send articles and flyers (.doc or .pdf format) by 6:00
p.m. Wednesday evening to
Cecilia Site
Leo Site
10400 Stoepel
Detroit, MI 48204
Phone (313) 933-6788
Fax (313) 933-1439
Sunrise Prayer Sunday 6:00 a.m. in
the Rectory
4860 15th St.
Detroit, MI 48208
Phone (313) 894-0357
Fax: (313) 894-1172
Ceciliaville, Sam Washington
Reconciliation
Saturday 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
(Please call ahead)
Bible Study Wednesday 6:00
p.m. (Rectory St. Cecilia Site)
St. Leo Soup Kitchen Aaron
(Chris) Williams, Supervisor
(313) 897-6565 - 11:30-12:30
Tuesday through Saturday
Charles Lwanga Parish prayer
line
Wednesdays 7:00 pm
Call in number - 605.475.6006 access code – 528600
Website: saintcharleslwanga.org
stcharleslwanga7@gmail.com
PLEASE NOTE “LANTERN” IN SUBJECT LINE
JUST A THOUGHT
“I know of no single formula for success. But over the
years I have observed that some attributes of leadership
are universal and are often about finding ways of
encouraging people to combine their efforts, their talents,
their insights, their enthusiasm and their inspiration to
work together.”
― Queen Elizabeth II
St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Church - Detroit
Donations accepted by check or on our website
Make checks payable to: St. Charles Lwanga
THE CROSS, AGAIN
Enjoy the Fourth of July, Let us Pray for our Nation
PLAN A DATE FOR GRACE AND MERCY JULY 17–19, 2016
OUR GUEST IS FR ROY A LEE, PHD from Atlanta, Georgia
CAN YOU IMAGINE THIS? Jesus is walking that long walk to
Jerusalem with his Apostles (and I would like to think with some of
those women "who provided for them one of their resources “—Mary
Magdalene, Joanna, Chula, Susanna). Then He appoints seventytwo others to go out ahead of him in pairs of two to announce that
the Good News is coming. Jesus tells them to say: "The Kingdom of
God is at hand for you.” Here we are on this long journey and Jesus
takes the time to gather seventy-two of his followers, gives them
instructions as to how to act and how to deport themselves and tells them to go out
and bring this Good News. We have no idea how long this took. But they return happy
and exhausted, and full of questions and observations. Jesus tells them, “Do not
rejoice because the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice because your names are
written in heaven.” The Cross is in the background of this experience.
THESE WEEKS we have been reading through Paul’s letter to the Galatians. “In
the Apostle Paul’s letters, especially in Galatians, Paul sees boasting as the core of the
spiritual sins that haunt the church. Boasting reflects more than just a problematic
personality or character trait. For Paul, boasting in anything other than Christ is a sign
of the “old creation,” a refusal to be transformed by Christ into a “new creation.” The
cross, though is the emblem of how the old ways are made new in Christ.” That old tool
of Roman capital punishment Paul sees because of Jesus’s dying on it an instrument
of salvation for everybody. In our own lives, it is not to boast about what used to define
us but to give glory to God who causes the transformation of our old selves into a new
creation.
What it means to be a “new creation” for Paul is to be transformed by the cross of
Christ and in light of our eternal goal and purpose into people who glory in the love of
neighbors and of God and not our achievements. Paul did not stop being the apostle
who “worked harder than any of them,” nor should people stop using their gifts to be
the best ski instructor, or the best rapper, or the best teacher. But for Paul “new
creation” gives thanks to God, acknowledging that “it was not I, but the grace of God
that is with me.” (I Cor. 15:10).
JUST AS LAST week our confirmandi were marked in a special way by the
sacrament of Confirmation, over the many years of our living in Christ we have gained
marks. "They may not be physical but emotional, spiritual or psychological. These
marks might not be visible, but they too are signs of “new creation,” of the times when
we have been marked by our love of Christ. They do not make us as weak or strong
but as members of Gods family, those who seek to be transformed as “new creations:
who boast only in the cross.” [See America, June 20-27,2016]
St. Charles Lwanga Eucharist Celebration
July 3, 2016
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mass Intentions: People of St. Charles Lwanga
PROCESSIONAL:
LORD HAVE MERCY
GLORIA
OPENING PRAYER
First Reading Isaiah 66:10-14C
Thus says the LORD: Rejoice with Jerusalem and be glad because of her, all you who love
her; exult, exult with her, all you who were mourning over her! Oh, that you may suck fully of the milk
of her comfort, that you may nurse with delight at her abundant breasts! For thus says the LORD: Lo,
I will spread prosperity over Jerusalem like a river, and the wealth of the nations like an overflowing
torrent. As nurslings, you shall be carried in her arms, and fondled in her lap; as a mother comforts
her child, so will I comfort you; in Jerusalem you shall find your comfort.
When you see this, your heart shall rejoice and your bodies flourish like the grass; the LORD's
power shall be known to his servants.
Psalm Response: Psalm 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16, 20
Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.
Second Reading: Galatians 6:14-18
Brothers and sisters:
May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has
been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither does circumcision mean anything, nor does
uncircumcision, but only a new creation. Peace and mercy be to all who follow this rule and to the
Israel of God.
From now on, let no one make troubles for me; for I bear the marks of Jesus on my body.
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers and sisters. Amen.
ALLELUIA
Verse before the Gospel
Let the peace of Christ control your hearts; let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.
Gospel Luke 10:1-12, 17-20
At that time the Lord appointed seventy-two others whom he sent ahead of him in pairs to
every town and place he intended to visit. He said to them, "The harvest is abundant but the laborers
are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest. Go on your way;
behold, I am sending you like lambs among wolves. Carry no money bag, no sack, no sandals; and
greet no one along the way. Into whatever house you enter, first say, 'Peace to this household.' If a
peaceful person lives there, your peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you. Stay in the
same house and eat and drink what is offered to you, for the laborer deserves his payment. Do not
move about from one house to another. Whatever town you enter and they welcome you, eat what is
set before you, cure the sick in it and say to them, 'The kingdom of God is at hand for you.' Whatever
town you enter and they do not receive you, go out into the streets and say, 'The dust of your town
that clings to our feet, even that we shake off against you.' Yet know this: the kingdom of God is at
hand. I tell you, it will be more tolerable for Sodom on that day than for that town."
The seventy-two returned rejoicing, and said, "Lord, even the demons are subject to us
because of your name." Jesus said, "I have observed Satan fall like lightning from the sky. Behold, I
have given you the power to 'tread upon serpents' and scorpions and upon the full force of the enemy
and nothing will harm you. Nevertheless, do not rejoice because the spirits are subject to you, but
rejoice because your names are written in heaven."
HOMILY
PROFESSION OF FAITH
I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth of all things visible and
invisible.
I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all
ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial
with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation, he came down from
heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary and became man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and
rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is
seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead
and his kingdom will have no end.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the
Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.
I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness
of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen
OFFERTORY
COMMUNION:
MEDITATION:
RECESSIONAL
THIS WEEK’S SCHEDULE
Commentator: Joi Hunter
Lectors: Jillian Bell and Valgene Hill
Ministers of Eucharist: front: Gloria Peoples and Girlie
Gideon
back: Rhonda Watkins and
Karen Brustman
NEXT WEEK’S SCHEDULE
Commentator: Joyce Broden
Lectors: Apryl Voner and Vivian King
Ministers of Eucharist: front: Pam Curson and Jackie
Morgan-Hill
back: Angela Sterling and
Michelle Hill
SAVE THE DATES
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW FOR THESE UPCOMING PARISH SPECIAL
EVENTS!!!!!
 July 17, 18 ,19 Come and receive you message the Lords gift of to His
people "Grace & Mercy" Fr. Roy Lee from the Archdiocese of Atlanta St.
Charles Lwanga (Cecilia Site)
 July 17 – Sendoff of Poland Pilgrims
 August 19-20 Church Garage Sale and School Lollapalooza
 September 24 – Homecoming Gala ($100/person)
 October 16 – Mass Mob – Cecilia Site
 October 22 – Mass Choir Festival
 November 6 – Memorial Mass
 November 13 – Veteran’s Mass
More information on these activities will be shared as the date approaches.
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CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL
The 2016 Catholic Services Appeal is
well underway. Gifts to the CSA make possible
a wealth of ministries, programs, and services
that touch the lives of thousands throughout the
Archdiocese of Detroit each day. Our Holy
Father, Pope Francis, has invited all Catholics
to renew their personal relationships with our
Savior, as “the joy of the Gospel fills the hearts
and lives of all who encounter Jesus.” In this
spirit, the theme of the 2016 Catholic Services
Appeal is Celebrate the Joy of the Gospel.
Thank you to the many who have already
pledged their gifts. If you have yet to make your
gift, please prayerfully consider the most
generous gift possible to support the 2016
Catholic Services Appeal. For more information
about CSA-funded ministries, programs, and
services, go to www.AOD.org.
SOUP KITCHEN
SERVICE TOMORROW
JULY 4TH
9:00-1:00
SEE JACKIE MORGANHILL OR BILL SAMUELS
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO
DONATE ITEMS OR
MONEY
The Bolden Family is offering a $1,000.00
college scholarship in honor of Ethel M. Bolden.
Eligibility
 A member of St Charles Lwanga Parish
 Must be a graduating high-school in 2016 or
a college student
 Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
Must demonstrate financial need (EFC score
on financial aid form)
 Attend or plan to attend a college accredited
by the Higher Learning Commission
 Full-time college enrollment (12 semester
credits each term or equivalent)
Complete application by July 2, 2016
For an application please go to the parish website:
saintcharleslwanga.org
COMMUNICATIONS NEWS!!!!!!!!
Our official Facebook page is up and
running! Our new page's name is St. Charles
Lwanga Catholic Church - Detroit so, please login to
Facebook and search for the new page. In addition
to the website, you will find information on the
Parish and Parish events, contact information, and
office hours. There is also a Donate Now button,
which links to our website for your tithes and
offerings.
Our current Facebook page's name has
been changed to Friends of St. Charles Lwanga
Parish - Detroit, MI. You will still be able to post on
this page but the official, business page of the
church will be St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Church Detroit.
TAKE NOTE: THERE IS A NEW EMAIL
ADDRESS FOR LANTERN SUBMISSIONS:
stcharleslwanga7@gmail.com.
THIS WEEK’S CHALLENGE: ANSWERS WILL BE
PUBLISHED NEXT WEEK
Bible Trivia that’s Not So Trivial
How many can you answer?
1. Who ascended and descended on a
stairway to heaven?
2. Who used a stone for a pillar?
3. Who woman became leprous and white
as snow?
4. When did an ass speak to a man?
5. What king slept in a bed 13 ½‘ long
and 6’ wide?
6. When were stones cast from
heaven?
St. Charles Lwanga Parish
2016 Graduates
Pre School Graduates
Matrix Head Start
Sheree Jones
Trevon Jones
Parent(s)
Elementary School Graduates
Rita E. Brooks
Merits
Will attend
Parent(s)
Detroit Edison Public School Academy
4.0 GPA/National Honor Society
Cass Technical High School
Andre’ Brooks
Adriana Dent
Merits
Will attend
Parent(s)
Most Holy Trinity Catholic School
3.9 GPA/National Honor Society
Detroit Cristo Rey High School
George and Deborah Moore
Jazlynn Wallace
Stephenson Middle School
Merits
4.0 GPA/National Honor Society
Will attend
John Glenn High School
Parent(s)
Stephanie Disiki-Wallace
Middle School Graduates
Bryesha Edwards
Hope Academy & Middle School
Will attend
Detroit School of Arts
Parent(s)
Brien Edwards
Michael Singleton
Merits
Will attend
Parents
Carleton Middle School
4.0 GPA /National Honor Society
Brother Rice/U of D Jesuit
John and Lori Singleton
High School Graduates
Willis DeSoto Talley II
Martin Luther King High School
Fall 2016 will attend
Lane College Jackson, Tennessee
Pursing
Bachelor of Arts in Music with Minor in Criminal Justice
Parent(s)
Antoinette Talley
Kyle Horton
Parent(s)
Vocational School Graduates
Drew Transitions Center
Kelvin and Kathryn Horton
College Graduates – Bachelor Degree
Maiya Lindsey
Bachelor in Screen Arts
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Parent(s)
Jada Thomas
Grandmother Angela Thomas-Weldon
College Graduates – Graduate Degree
William Sean Harrison
M.A. Educational Leadership
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
Fall 2016 will attend
Bowling Green State University Bowling Green, Ohio
Pursing
Masters in Choral Conducting
Jacob Jackson
MBA - Masters in Business Administration
University of Michigan
END OF SCHOOL YEAR BRAGGING TIME!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STUDENTS – YOU HAD A
PHENOMENAL YEAR!
Sundeara Moore
Jonathan Jenkins
Laronne Rippy, Jr.
Chioma Ugochukwu – promoting to the 10th grade, Renaissance High
School
Daniel Ugochukwu - promoting to the 5th grade,
Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy
Dominic Shearer
Birthdays
July
4 Tracey Marie
5 Cynthia Hutton
6 Raymond D. Jackson, Jr.
Annie Burton
Williams Ecckles
Joseph Obi
7 Michael Morris
Patricia Robinson
Marcello Ecckles
Diane Philpot
Sharon Baker
Prisca Obi
8 Clora Brown
David Craig
9 Shannon Hansburg
Johnathan Dike
July
7 Hugh & Phyllis McKinney 1954
We are still in the process of updating.
If you see a name that should be
removed from the list or have your
name added. Please contact Angela
Thomas-Weldon or Joi Hunter
Readings week of July 3, 2016
Fourteenth
Sunday in
Ordinary Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Fifteenth
Sunday in
Ordinary Time
IS 66:10-14C
GAL 6:14-18
LK 10:1-12, 17-20
HOS 2:16, 17C-18, 21-22
MT 9:18-26
HOS 8:4-7, 11-13
MT 9:32-38
HOS 10:1-3, 7-8, 12
MT 10:1-7
HOS 11:1-4, 8E-9
MT 10:7-15
HOS 14:2-10
MT 10:16-23
IS 6:1-8
MT 10:24-33
DT 30:10-14
COL 1:15-20
LK 10:25-37
PRAYER REQUESTS
We would love to hear from those
who have requested prayers for
their special needs or the needs of
loved ones. Please send a short
note to athomasweldon@gmail.com
and let us know.
Poland Pilgrims:
Chaperone
Patricia Dixon ~ DRE
Quida Henderson
Kathryn Horton
Lauryn Williams
Students under 18
La Ronnie Rippy
Young Adults
Dewayne Adams
Noel Dixon
Joi Hunter
Austen Leake
Nicole Smith
James Thompson
SPECIAL NEEDS
Mrs. Eddie Mae Stanley
Kenneth Lenox
Karen Brustman
Karen Wilson
Gwendolyn Boyd
Bailee Lowry
Denise Dunham
Loretta Bunn
Ruby Ashley
Sr. Catherina Bereiter
Christine Darling
Amanda Marzouga
Marie Kpodo
Bernice Brown
Marcia Burns
Toya Caldwell
Roxanne Conely
Carol Rose Dixon
Ruby Dunson
Kim Harton
Mikal Hill
Marissa C. Hill
Stacey Jones-Brown
Anita Kent
Mara Malcolm
Justin Malone
Elizabeth Williams
Mardis and Henderson Family
Willie Murray Sr.
Allie Shears
Michael Shearer
Virginia Sterling
David Thompson
Denise Hayes
Carol Evans
Kelli City
Scherhera Shearer
MILITARY SERVICE
Jimmy Johnson
Sgt. Terrin Russell
Justen (Thomas) Anderson
Joshua Thomas
SICK & HOMEBOUND
Doug Merriman
Griffey Lewis Huble
Dorothy Farmer
Ollie Johnson
Tyra White
Bobbie Safford
Nathan Cook
James Fryer
David Gaines
David Thompson
James Evans
Joseph Williams
Darryl Blyther
Wynetta Sears
Azora Chapman
Ryan Daniels
Caesar Leonard
Leo Kohanski
Ron & Sigrid Dale
Essie Brown
Marie Jones
Jane Logan
Phyllis McKinney
Justin Edward Pollard
Ronald Scott
Charles Timbers
Lorraine Wells
Beverly Wheeler
Marcelina Bandico
David Nesbitt
Brian Dreer
Gary Baxter, Sr.
Jeanette Bergholtz
Craig King
Kirtis Thomas
Annie Ellis
Marishia Gipson
Heather Quaine
Mark Blyther
Ed Wohlford
.
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