December 20, 2015 - Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary
DECEMBER 20 2015 • FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
PARISH STAFF
Rev. Mark Miley ................................................................... Pastor
Rev. Stephen Ugwu .............................................. Associate Pastor
Deacon David Vaughn ........................................................ Deacon
Mrs. Jerry Abshire ................... Receptionist, Religious Education,
Safe Environment Coordinator
Mrs. Darlene Johnson ................. Bookkeeper, Cemetery Manager
Bulletin Editor
Mr. Kyle Baudoin .................................................... Youth Director
Mrs. Toni Johnson ...................................................... Housekeeper
SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM
Contact the office. Baptismal classes are on the 1st Wednesdays of
the month. .
RECONCILIATION
Confessions are heard from 3:00–3:45 p.m. on Saturdays at Holy
Rosary Church and 30 minutes before all other Masses.
MARRIAGE
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary
Roman Catholic Church
602 N. Church Ave • Kaplan, LA 70548
Church Office Address
603 North Hebert Avenue • Kaplan LA 70548
Phone: 337-643-6472 • Fax: 337-643-2516
Office Hours
Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–Noon & 1–3 p.m.
Closed Fridays.
Saint Frances Cabrini
Roman Catholic Mission
901 N. Frederick • Kaplan LA 70548
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil .................. 4:00 p.m. (Holy Rosary)
Sunday……7:00 & 10:00 a.m.&5pm (Holy Rosary)
8:30 a.m. (St. Francis)
Weekday Mass Schedule
Call the office to make arrangements with a priest.
Monday ............................ 6:30 a.m. (Holy Rosary)
Tuesday ............................... 5:30 p.m. (St. Frances)
Wednesday ....................... 6:30 a.m. (Holy Rosary)
Thursday ............. 8:15 School Mass (Holy Rosary)
5:30 p.m. (St. Frances)
Friday ............................... 6:30 a.m. (Holy Rosary)
1st Saturday....................... 8:00 a.m. (Holy Rosary)
HOMEBOUND MINISTRY
Maltrait Memorial Catholic School
Engaged couples are to contact the office to schedule an
appointment with a priest or deacon at least 6 months prior to the
desired wedding date.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
If you are elderly or sick and are homebound for a considerable
amount of time, please call the office to arrange to receive the
Eucharist at home.
612 N Hebert Avenue
Kaplan, LA, 70548-0705
Phone: 337-643-7765
Mrs. Renee Meaux, Principal
December 20, Fourth Sunday of Advent
As we enter the fourth weekend of Advent in today’s Gospel reading we hear
Elizabeth proclaim the wonder of the incarnation. The “Archangel Gabriel, at
the time of the Annunciation, informed the Mother of God that Her cousin
Elizabeth had miraculously conceived and was soon to be the mother of a son.
In her holy joy and gratitude, determined to go to congratulate and assist the
mother of the Baptist. “Mary, therefore, arose,” Saint Luke says, “and with
haste went into the hill country into a city of Judea, and entering into the
house of Zachary, greeted Elizabeth.”
At the voice of the Mother of God, by the power and grace of Her divine Son
in Her womb, Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit; and the infant in her
womb, sanctified at that moment, conceived so great a joy as to leap and exult. By the infused light of the Spirit of God, Elizabeth understood the great
mystery of the Incarnation … Elizabeth pronounced Mary blessed above all
other women, and cried out, “How is it that the mother of my Lord should
come to me?” The Virgin, hearing Her praise, sank yet lower in the abyss of
Her nothingness, and melting in an ecstasy of love and gratitude to God, She
burst into Her wonderful canticle, the Magnificat: “My soul magnifies the
Lord, and My spirit rejoices in God, My Savior.” What marvels of grace and
light God reveals to us in the souls of His Saints! Mary stayed with Her
cousin almost three months, after which She returned to Nazareth.
Each and every time I read or hear this scripture passage, I am filled with wonderment at this moment in the history of the salvation of humanity. Many times, I will place myself in the scene and try to image the wonderment,
awe, and beauty of watching this exchange between Mary and Elizabeth. Every time I do this, my heart seems to
want to burst with joy. During this Mass or this week take the time to reflect on this passage and feel the joy that it
brings your heart.
Reflection: While the Church we praise God for the mercies and wonders that He wrought in this mystery, we
must imitate the virtues of Mary. During this upcoming Christmas season let us pay attention to our conversation
and actions that can be a source that can lead us to sin. Let us meditate on the holy conversations of the cousins,
and the services Mary rendered to Elizabeth and thought how we may imitate Her charity.
Love Ya!!! God Bless…Fr. Mark
Source: Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints, a compilation based on Butler’s Lives of the Saints, and other sources by John Gilmary Shea (Benziger Brothers: New York,
1894).
Parish Organizations:
Knights of Peter Claver
Grand Knight – Cliff Francis
Knights of Columbus
Grand Knight – J. C. Aube’
Ladies Altar Society
Chairperson – Eva Simon
Catholic Daughter of the Americas
Regent – Venola Bernard
K/C Ladies Auxiliary
Chairperson – Theresa Menard
Parish Advisory Council
Chairperson – Russell Montet
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Choir Leaders
Lenwood Meaux – Holy Rosary
Delores Broussard – St. Cabrini
Belinda Har gr ave – Metanoia
Trustees
Jerry Vincent and Annie Mammen
OUR LADY OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY/ CABRINI
KAPLAN, LA
Mass Intentions
Saturday-December 19 / Sunday Anticipated/
4:00 Dale Vincent, Dana Trahan, Velma & Dennis Simon, Carol Marceaux, Allen & Gurdy Clostio, Sharon & Jim Hebert, Souls in Purgatory,
Alice A. Foreman, Toni T. Foreman, Edward “Red” Touchet, M/M Odeon Hebert & Wills, M/M Adonis Faulk, Ewell & Ernest Faulk, Elaine
Montgomery, Esta & Bernice Menard, Lillian & Roy Melancon, Joseph Smith Jr., Leo Stanley Faulk, Mr. Ricky T. Mouton, The Perry Family,
Lilly Mae, Raymond & Bryon Perry, Huey Landry, Davlon Rost, Clemille & Agnes Meaux, Mary Trahan, Marie Touchet Abshire, Delores Stelly,
Charles David, Wiley Meaux, Muriel Baudoin, Thelma Broussard, Deceased members of Frank Broussard Family, Trudy Nunez, Lloyd Hollier,
Jeanette Guidry, Emeda S. Allemen, Helen A. Winters, Namazer Schexnider, Melba Legere, Living; Kim Mouton, Linda Roche, Patricia Gallet
Harrington
Sunday– December 20 / Fourth Sunday Of Advent
7:00 Olive, Virgie, Wallace & Jane Campbell
8:30 For Parishioners
10:00 Mae Rose V. Mire, Sonia Mire, Nedia L. Mire, M/M John B. Trahan, M/M Trazimond Landry, M/M Jerry & Audrey Landry, Vernes F.
Gallet, Preston & Wilda Broussard, Paul Gaspard Jr., Pete Johnson, Chad Hargrave, Nevil Mighami
5:00
Monday– December 21 / St. Peter
6:30 Van Clements Sr., Pete Johnson, Chad Hargrave, Jeb Sellers
Tuesday-December 22 / Advent week
5:30
Shamie & Lana Menard, M/M Otis Broussard & Wiltz, M/M Ulysse Menard & Willie Mae, Robert Clement, Chad Hargrave, Pete
Johnson, Gertie H. Medus
Wednesday December 23 / Advent Week/ St John Of Kanty
6:30 Bill & Maudrey Suire, Dorie Suire, Allen & Gurdy Clostio, Sharon & Jim Hebert, Souls in Purgatory, Earl Bernard, Robert Ditch, Evelyn
& Walton Herpin, Mason Trahan, Reese Trahan, Wilbert Trahan
Thursday December 24 /Last Advent Week Day/Christmas Eve
4:00 pm -PLEASE GO TO PAGE 6
Friday– December 25/ Christmas Day
8;30 - PLEASE GO TO PAGE 6
10:00
Holiday Mass Schedule
Christmas Eve– 4pm Mass at Holy Rosary
Christmas Day—8:30 at Cabrini
10:00 at Holy Rosary
New Year’s Eve— to be announced (at Cabrini)
New Year Day– 10:00 at Holy Rosary
Office will be closing at noon on Dec.24th and re
opening on Tuesday, the 29th
Reconciliation– Wednesday, 16th and 23rd 6 to 7pm
at Holy Rosary
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One of our own joining Family Mission Company:
Olivia Briolo is a native of south Louisiana. She is the daughter
of Michael and Susan Briolo. Olivia always had a strong desire
to help people, which lead to her pursuing a degree in Nursing.
She felt the Lord calling her to serve Him more deeply, so she
took a break from school to discern religious life. The Lord
soon revealed His will for her to serve the poor through foreign
missions. She was accepted to full-time foreign missionary
work with Family Missions Company. Olivia is excited and
ready to begin her new journey. Please keep Olivia in your
thoughts and prayers!
As a missionary, she will not be able to have a job, as mission
work will be her job for the next 2 years. She will need about
$300 dollars a month to live and she must raise the money
now. I am encouraging us, the parishioners of Holy Rosary
and St. Cabrini Church to support her financially as well. Every contribution will help her. She will officially start formation
in September and leave for mission work in January. If you are
able to contribute to this great work, please make checks payable to Olivia Briolo and get them to our office or label them
clearly and put them in the collection. Thank you for your
prayers and generosity.
OUR LADY OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY/ CABRINI
DECEMBER 20, 2015
Friends of St. Monica Widows who ar e gr ieving the loss of a
loved one. Our Lady Of Lourdes Church in Erath . The group
meets on the last Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.
Located at 700 South Broadway St., Erath
Catholic Daughters –Meetings are on the 2nd Wednesday of
the month. September thru June.
Knights of Columbus meet on the 3r d Monday of each month
from 6-7:30 pm in the Knights of Columbus Hall— Members and
Ladies Auxiliary.
Ladies Altar Society meet 2nd Tuesday of ever y other
month, Sept thru June. Dues are Now due, Send to Eva Simon
113 Pelican St., Kaplan , La. 643-2835.
Integrity of Heart– Men struggling with sexual compulsivity
and/or addiction to pornography support group. Confidential
weekly meetings call 404-6113 for more Information
The Sanctuary Lamps
Holy Rosary Church : For Parishioners
Cabrini Church : Poor Souls In Purgatory
Adoration Chapel
Blessed Sacrament : For Our Church
Blessed Mother: For Our Priest’s
St. Joseph: For the Poor Souls In Purgatory
Prayer for Priest
12/21
Rev. Steven LeBlanc
12/22
Rev. Louis Ledoux
12/23
Rev. Mark Ledoux
12/24
Rev. Austin Leger
12/25
Rev. Lambert Lein, SVD
12/26
Rev. Roland Lesseps, SJ
12/27
Rev. James Liprie, OSB
Eternal Father, we lift up to You these and
all the priest of the world. Sanctify them,
Heal and guide them. Mold them into the likeness of Your Son,
Jesus, the Eternal High Priest. May their lives be pleasing to You.
In Jesus’ name we pray
Maltrait Memorial News
www.vrml.k12.la.us/mmcs
-Support Maltrait by participating in
their many support programs. Contact
office for a list.
-”Share The Load” Annual Appeal has begun. All funds collected will be used for playground and safety upgrades.
Fatima Statue Schedule
Janelle Manceaux
Ida Solomn
Dec 16-Dec 24
Dec.25-Jan.2,2016
RETREAT NEWS
Silent Individually Directed Retreats for 3, 5 or 8 Days, @ the
Jesuit Spirituality Center in Grand Coteau, LA, For more info,
call 337-662-5251 or visit jesuitspiritualitycenter.org
Willwoods Married Couples Retreat at St. J oseph Abbey, Located at the St. Joseph Abbeys Christian Life Center in Covington,
La.. Couples Retreat .For more info call 504-830-3716 or visit
www.faithandmarriage.org
Vocation Cross—In NEED!
If you are interested in having the Vocation Cross
in your home please contact the office @ 6436472
TUFF NEWS
To Receive weekly text message updates for teens United For
Faith, text “@tuffh” to 337-415-4304
Adult Retreat– Holy Rosary Church, Kaplan. February 12,13
& 14 sign up sheets and more info in next week’s bulletin
Join Our Lady Queen of Peace on a Pilgrimage of a lifetime,
The Rosary Group
meets every Experience New Orleans! January 8-10. The Group will visit
St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, River Boat Cruise.
Wednesday at 1pm in the church
Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Ursuline Convent,
Morning prayers ar e r ead as a gr oup ever y Shrine of Blessed Seelos, St. Joseph Seminary and more. Call
Monday, Wednesday and Friday after morning 291-1933 for more information
Mass
A free app called 365Days To Mercy by Our Sunday Visitor is
offered. The app contains information about the Year of
Circle of Friends: single adults(35+) being
Mercy, short daily reflections on mercy that begin on DecemIn Acadiana can find a venue of fellowship activities ber 8, short daily reflections on the readings of the day with a
and speakers. Call 261-5653, or visit catholicfellowship- short reflection prayer, how to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet,
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the year of Mercy special.
Please come join us all Cursieastas Abbeville Er ath Ultr eya
every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:45pm at the St. Theresa Library on Charity St. behind St. Theresa Church in Abbeville. De
Colores. For more Info Call 652-7848
Healing Hearts: a suppor t gr oup for women whose r elationships have been affected by pornography use or sexual addiction of
a loved one-Confidential call 337-404-6113
From The Staff
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OUR LADY OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY/ CABRINI
DECEMBER 20, 2015
Church Christmas Raffle
$5.00 a chance on a Cypress & Cedar Garden Trellis
Bench ( can be seen at the front entrance of Holy Rosary) Entry forms can be found at the front doors of
church.
* A Great Christmas Gift!!
Come home for Christmas
The Diocese of Lafayette is sponsoring their annual “Come home for Christmas campaign”. We want our brothers and sisters to return home to be with their spiritual family. Every active Catholic is encouraged to invite someone to accompany them to Mass
on Christmas Day. Offer to pick them up and bring them with you. Please pray for the
success of this outreach. We also encourage you to participate in your parish program
by submitting to the parish office the name of a special friend or family member that
you would like to invite to Come Home for Christmas.
Children’s Christmas Nativity Play
All children, Pre-K through 8th grade age are welcomed to participate in the Christmas play
that will take place at 4pm Mass on Christmas Eve. Practices will be on Tuesday's at Holy Rosary Church on Dec. 8, 15 and 22nd @ 5:30 pm. Practice will not be more than 30 minutes, For
more info contact Tina Chargois 643-2909
This weeks Ad sponsor is
Vermilion Bank & Trust
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OUR LADY OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY/CABRINI
KAPLAN, LA
Mass Intentions
December 24, late Advent week day/ Christmas Eve
4 PM Lilly L. Byler, Cody Hebert, Cannlies Broussard, Chester Abshire, Eldie Royer, Alanna Mayes,
Travis Benoit, Lillie & Ovey Suire, Ignace LeBlanc Jr., Anna Bel & Ronald Schexnaider, Mahlen Vidalier, Judy
Calhain, ShIrley, Leo & Tony Monet, Lorraine Duhon, Ariel Perrin, Raymond, Mary, Lois Primeaux, Joe, Armenthe, Leroy & Levon Racca, Roland Hargrave, Ray Adams, Earl Bernard, Robert Ditch, Willie Meaux, Russell
Greene, Fernand Latiolais Fly, Leo Trahan, Russell Broussard & Eldes & Marie Dubois, Annie & Iry Mathews, Alton Abshire, Dana Trahan, Velma & Dennis Simon, Carol Marceaux, Thad, Marley, Lua, Wilda, Mabel & Fernand
Broussard, Iris Abshire Fly, Minos Dubois Fly, Mary & Zackary Lemaire , Lawrence Broussard, Albert & Rena Gallet, Aaron Michael Taylor, Carol Trahan, Albert Dailey, Patrick Matte, James Ray Broussard, Donald Greene, Jerome, Lou Alice & William Hebert, Ethel & Shevin Stutes, Alice, Pervist & Darrel Hebert, Eddy Istre, M/M Ozare
Marceaux, M/M Joseph Istre, Naomie Hebert, Helen Guidry, Peggy Istre, Cloma Griffin, Raymond & Beverly Istre,
Michael Hebert, Robin Hebert, Alberta Seaux, Edward Bourque, Kenneth Simpson, John Cormier, Noel Barnette,
Max Newbrough, Dudley, Jerry, Stephanie Cormier, M/M Delfred Landry, Adles Joe Hebert, M/M Norris Roche, M/
M Ovey Hebert, Cody Menard, Edwin Mire, Wallen & Nellan Lemaire, Amenda Dartez, J.C. Touchet, Whitney
Dartez, Jeffery Guidry, Leroy Fuselier, Wilton & Webster Hebert, Geneva & Ivan Breaux, M/M Bill Mathews, Evans Matthews, Jamie, Paul & Lucille Suire, Bill, Russ, & Pete Johnson, M/M Pete Simon, Mrs. Emetile LeBlanc,
Edna Mae & J.C. Savant, Bristol Lege, M/M Alga Conner, M/M Elis Lege , Carol Trahan, Dana Trahan, Velma &
Dennis Simon, Dale Vincent, Gary LeBlanc, Willis Meaux, Donald Greene, M/M Warren Greene, Pervis J. Broussard, Deussard, Agnes, Otis, Sandres & Farrell Harrington, Lilly Mae, Raymond & Bryon Perry, Wilby J. Simon,M/
M Tertule Mathews & Fly, Davlon Rost, James Trahan, Mary Trahan, Lanese & Cecile S. Vincent, Clannis Breaux,
Hubert & Effie L. Richard, Elie, Ellis & Amelia H. Simon, Onedias, Ada & Eulalie t. Vincent, Joseph & Clementine
Lemaire, Edes & Elise Simon, Simor & Nedia Simon, M/M B.B. Hargrave, Wallace & Eula B. Lemaire, Gurdy &
Allen Clostio, Sharon & Jim Hebert, Souls in Purgatory, Leola Trahan, Jeffrey Bourgeois, Lillian & Earl Comeaux,
Anna M. Feverjean, Harry Breaux, Weston Trahan, Pat Rizzuto
December 25/ The Nativity of the Lord
8:30 Bill & Maudrey Suire, Dorie Suire, The Joachim Family, M/m Leonis Abshire, Murphy & Jeanette Dartez,
Rodney & Brenda P. Richard, Tammy R. Doucet, Advey & Mabel B. Primeaux, Leon & Bella Broussard, Luther
Paul Savoy, Angela Hebert, Job Guidry, Connie Savoy, Connie Hebert, John “Guy” Lemaire, Lillie Mae B. Lemaire,
John Lemaire Jr., Authur J. Sevin Sr, Ellis J. Sevin, Ida Sevin, Adonnia Bertrand, John D. Bertrand, Thomas Guidry
Sr., Ida Champagne, M/M Reon Champagne, Deceased Members of Gary & Montet Fly., M/M Klaby Meaux, Inez G.
Saltzman, Ella Guidry, Freddie Saltzman Sr., Bobby Guidry, Eldredge Guidry Jr., Rida M. & Larry Hollier Sr.,
Rose Saltzman, Evelyn & Walton Herpin, Dot & Roland Faulk, Cynthia David, Troy Bell, Obey, Emma, Luther &
Connie Savoy, Angela Hebert, Job Guidry, Genny T. Schexnider, Wilbert & Irene David, Joe Comeaux, M/M Daniel
Montgomery, M/M Whitney Comeaux, Chad Hargrave, Pete Johnson, Gertie H. Medus, Marion Marceaux, Roycie,
Blake & Paul Meaux, Linda Trahan
10:00 Ewell Labry, M/M Jean Labry, M/M Clovis Leleaux, Leatrice Vincent, M/M Mozard Broussard, M/M Luma
Leleaux, Dorothy & James Quebodeauzx, David Leblanc, Alice A. Foreman, Toni T. Foreman, Edward”Red”
Touchet, Vernes F. Gallet,Laura Duhon, Audrey Mire, Augusta Duplantis, Nolia Duhon, 0nezime Duhon, Floyd
Duhon, Cutis Duhon, Lena Bertrand,M/M Edier Bertrand, M/M Yves Soileau, Ray Mouton & Fly, Ravis Broussard,
Erise Broussard, Noala Broussard, M/M Ball Lege & Deceased Fly & Friends, M/M Eugene Simon, J.G.”Ken’, Myrtis & Johnny Broussard, Ina & L.J. Romero, Norris Romero, Sandra Gary, The Racca Fly, The Morvant Fly, Poor
Souls In Purgatory, Paul Gaspard Jr., Lloyd Faulk, Preston& Wilda Broussard, Lifton Broussard, Louis Broussard,
Lorena Dronet, Betty Byler, Kariean Primeaux, Darlene K. Broussard, Kevin Abshire, Wilton & Leo Cadie, Dupre
Miller, Huey Landry, Virgie, Olive, Jane & Wallace Campbell, Huey & Joycelyn Primeaux, Elizabeth S. Roy, Gladys
Lemaire, Renda Etta Hebert, Marie Velta Clostio Hebert, Lovelace P. Hebert, Lennis & Ann Richard, Bonnie Broussard, Donald Richard, Wilton & Lillie Mae Trahan, Mildred & Timmy Trahan, John O. & Eddie Mae Clark, Issac &
Edolie Hardy, Jane Villemez, Harry & Benita Clostio, Alfred & Lelia Duhon & Fly, M/M Felix Breaux & Fly, Severgiers & Ida Luquette & Fly, Lloyd & T-Beb Luquette, Howard& Alice Gordy, Leroy & Helen Cowling, Wilda
Manceaux, Poor Soul in Purgatory, Patrick Castille, Chuch Libersat, Manye Romero, M/M Rene Rost & Fly
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THE MOST HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC CHURCH
DECEMBER 20, 2015
COLLECTIONS
CATHOLIC 101—WILL RESUME ON JAN 6TH, 2016
COME AND JOIN US IN ANSWERING SOME OF THE QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE CONCERNING THE CATHOLIC
FAITH. ADULT CLASSES ARE BEING HELD ON WEDNESDAY’S AT 6:30 PM IN THE YOUTH HOUSE
RCIA
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW ARE INTERESTED IN
ENETERING THE CHURCH OR COMPLETEING THEIR SACRAMENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTER
Offertory– Later Date due to publishing
Come Lord Jesus
A Bible study….and So Much More!
We are pleased to announce the formation within our parish of the
following Groups:
Leaders;
Charlotte Bourque Tuesday mornings@ 10:00
Ali Hebert Tuesday afternoons @ 1:00
Peggy Marceaux/ Debi Saltzman
-Tues. 7:00pm
Anthony SevinThursday afternoon @ 3:30
Annulments: What they are and how to go about it;
Please join us on Thursday, January 14, 2016 from 6:30
-8:30pm at St. Edmond Catholic Church (family Center)
4131 West Congress St, Lafayette Presented by Very
Rev. Msgr. Robie Robichaux. This workshop will explain what the Church means by a Declaration of Nullity and how to petition for one. For information, contact
Mary Bergeron 337-654-8682 or Mbergeron@diolaf.org
If you are interested in participating in this program, and were unable
to attend the Intro. Meeting or have not been placed call Marienne
Hebert at 337-233-6277
St. Theresa in Abbeville along with the St. Luke Guild is
sponsoring a workshop on painting of icons. Learn the ancient art of icon painting in the Russian-Byzantine style.
The guild is accepting applications now for classes that that
will begin Feb20-22 and run for five consecutive week-ends
in total. For more info and a registration brochure and
schedule contact Christine Daunis at225-252-3090, or
email-christinedaunis@yahoo.com or Fr. Greg @ 893-5631
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