ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST

ST. MARK
THE
EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
GRUPOS PARROQUIALES
1201 ALMA DR., PLANO, TX 75075 (PARISH)
1105 WEST 15TH ST., PLANO TX 75075 (OFFICE)
CHURCH:972-423-5600
FAX: 972-423-5024
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9AM - 4PM; Friday 9AM-12PM
www.stmarkplano.org
Adult Community:
Candy Butcher 972-578-9293
Charismatic Prayer Group (CCR On Fire):
Dan Garcia 972-750-1809
Communion to Home Bound:
Parish Office 972-423-5600
ENDOW:
Family & Adult Ministry 972-424-5794
Eucharistic Adoration:
Kathy Keenan 972-596-8550
Liturgy Coordinator:
Marilou Hernandez 972-985-0732
Liturgical Ministries:
Communion Ministers:
Mary Jane Heiting 972-664-0188
Lectors: Jack Carlisle 972-549-0740
Ushers: Sandy Ptacek 972-424-6507
Altar Servers:
Kathi & Parker Thompson 972-965-0563
Military Support Group:
Andy & Ellen Ray 972-334-0255
Movimiento de la Renovación Carismático
Católico: Evelyn Colón 214-636-0282
Mujer a Mujer:
Viviana Olmos 214-809-4538
Nursery Coordinator:
Judy Lyons 972-423-5600
Pastoral Council:
Julius Chambers 972-881-7015
Prison Ministry: (Vacant)
Pro-Life/ Provida Ministry:
JoAnn Murray 972-442-1127
Silvia Caballero 972-916-8345
Rosary Group:
Lore Profaizer 972-424-7326
Rosary Makers:
Margaret Woollett 214-808-8277
Rosario Biblico:
Olivia Rojas 972-985-0051
Rosario Tradicional:
Pilar de la Torre 214-745-9831
Women of St. Mark:
Annette Mica 972-612-5657
CLERGY
Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor • Fr. Jack Hopka, Parochial Vicar • Fr. Lauro González, M.N.M, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Sid Little • Deacon Ed Putonti • Deacon Juan Jorge Hernandez• Deacon Dominic T. Hoang
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: 972-423-5600
PARISH / FACILITIES MANAGER: Deacon Gregg Kahrs
PASTOR’S ASSISTANT / OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold
SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Connie Istas
ASSISTANT TO PAROCHIAL VICAR : Veronica Fonseca
CONTRIBUTIONS, MEMBERSHIP, REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard
WEBSITE, BULLETIN: Adriana Brady
bulletin@stmarkplano.org
FACILITIES: Will Alt
FACILITIES: Joe Walter
CHOIRS & MUSIC: 972-423-6041
Coordinator: Kenton Kravig
ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING
SERVICES: 972-424-5794
CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark
ASSOC. DIRECTOR: Debbie Gonzales
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosalba Hernández
ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan
FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715
DIRECTOR RCIA, ADULT & ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION:
Debbie Betz
RICA & AFF (Spanish) Coordinator:
Sr. Esther M. Guerrero, mcdp
FF COORDINATOR: Ruth Sanchez (Bilingual)
FF COORDINATOR: Peggy Theis
YOUTH MINISTRY: 972-578-9583
ST. MARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER:
972-578-7970
CO-DIRECTORS: John & Tina O’Neill
FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts
ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa
DIRECTOR: Barbara Ryan
ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: 972-578-0610
PRINCIPAL: Suzanne Bacot
PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes 972-423-7926
ST. MARK DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT:
PARISH & SCHOOL: Jenee Richey 972-423-5600
SACRAMENT INFORMATION
CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS SACRAMENTOS
BAPTISM: English classes are held the 1st Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 12:30 PM. Call the Family
& Adult Ministry Office for registration form. CLASSES MAY BE TAKEN BEFORE THE BABY IS BORN. Baptisms
are held the 2nd and 4th Saturday at 3:45 in English.
RECONCILATION: Wednesdays: 6:30-8:00 PM; & Fridays: 4:30-5:15 PM Saturdays: 3:30-5:00 PM, also by
appointment.
MARRIAGE: Contact the Family & Adult Ministry Office at least 6 months prior to the wedding date.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 8:30 AM Mass or call the parish office and
request a priest.
VOCATIONS & CONSECRATED LIFE: Call Fr. John Szatkowski (214-379-2860)
BAUTISMO: De Niños menores de 7 años: Pláticas pre-bautismales son el 3er Sábado de cada mes. Es
requisito inscribirse en la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos. Bautizos son el 2º y 4º Sábado del
mes. Para niños de 7 años o mayores llame a la oficina de Formación de la Fe.
CONFESIONES: Viernes:4:30-5:15 PM y Sábados: 3:30-5:00 PM.
MATRIMONIO: Tenga la bondad de llamar a la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos para concertar
una cita. Se requieren 6 meses de anticipación.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: 1° y 3er Sábado del mes en la Misa de 8:30 AM de Ingles o llame a la
oficina.
ORDENES SAGRADAS y LA VIDA CONSAGRADA: Llame al P. John Szatkowski (214-379-2860)
SAFE ENVIRONMENT SESSIONS / AMBIENTE SEGURO
PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN / FAVOR DE NO TRAER NIÑOS
May 2
6PM
“Family of Faith”
May 7
7PM
“Family of Faith”
May 11
10AM
“Family of Faith”
McGivney Hall
St. Mark the Evangelist
John Paul II HS
John Paul II HS
900 Coit Rd.
900 Coit Rd.
BULLETIN DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM
(11 DAYS BEFORE PUBLICATION)
PLEASE SUBMIT ALL ENTRIES IN A TIMELY MANNER TO bulletin@stmarkplano.org
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CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS
ORGANIZACIONES CATOLICAS
Boy Scouts: Ron Imel 972-423-3500
Catholic Daughters:
Mary Cieslewicz 817-995-2928
Cub Scouts:
Michael Karicher 479-769-0207
Cursillos: Nancy Saucedo 972-989-1531
Families of Nazareth Movement:
Miles & Claudine Humphries 972-423-8834
Knights of Columbus #6065: 972-498-8885
Ladies Auxiliary:
Alice Alt 972-423-9450
Marian Movement & Mother Thrice
Admirable Schoenstatt:
Josephine 972-867-2192
Marguerite 972-424-9779
Marriage Encounter:
Ed & Ann Cabrera 972-424-3885
Movimiento Familiar Cristiano:
Arturo & Isabel Carrasco 214-907-7043
Homeschooling: Janet Moos 972-213-6437
St. Mark Home & School Assn:
Theresa Meyers 469-939-7729
St. Mark School Advisory Council:
Bill Wray 214-912-2722
St. Vincent De Paul: 972-423-1877
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MASS INTENTIONS & DAILY BIBLE READINGS
INTENCIONES DE LA MISA Y LECTURAS BÍBLICAS
STEWARDSHIP
Third Sunday of Easter In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells Peter again and again, “If you love Me, feed my sheep.” He says the same to each of us, “If you love Me, use the gifts I have given you to serve your brothers and sisters.” 8:30 AM  Andrew Captino 5:30 PM  Roxanna Ruiz‐Felter Saturday ‐ Sábado (4/13) 
7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 1:30 PM 3:00 PM 4:30 PM 6:00 PM Sunday ‐ Domingo (4/14) Third Sunday of Easter Acts 5:27‐32, 40b‐41 Ps 30 Rv 5:11‐14 Jn 21:1‐19 or 21:1‐14  Riley Clark  Eunice Bowen People of St. Mark Gisel Ramirez  Sebastiana Ramos Edwin Medrano  Demetrio & Virginia Riquelme  Roberto Morin Tercer Domingo de Pascua En el Evangelio de hoy, Jesús le dice a Pedro una y otra vez, “Simón, hijo de Juan, ¿me amas más que estos? Apacienta mis ovejas.” Él nos dice lo mismo a cada uno de nostros, “Si Me amas, usa los dones que te he dado para servir a tus hermanos y hermanas.” Collection for April 7 Weekend Collection 6:30 AM  Endang Widjaja 8:30 AM  Nora Vidal 7:00 PM Priest’s Intention Monday ‐ Lunes (4/15) Acts 6:8‐15; Ps 119; Jn 6:22‐29 6:30 AM Alfredo & Erica Rivera Tuesday ‐ Martes (4/16) Acts 7:51—8:1a; Ps 31; Jn 6:30‐35 8:30 AM  Mariquita Sampelo Wednesday ‐ Miércoles (4/17) Acts 8:1b‐8; Ps 66; Jn 6:35‐40 6:30 AM  Annabelle Hampshire 8:30 AM  Mariquita Sampelo 7:30 PM  Enrique Castañeda Thursday ‐ Jueves (4/18) Acts 8:26‐40; Ps 66; Jn 6:44‐51 6:30 PM  Riley Clark 8:30 AM  Doris Balvin Friday ‐ Viernes (4/19) Acts 9:1‐20; Ps 117; Jn 6:52‐59 6:30 AM  Frank Van Horn 8:30 AM  Susan Inamac 5:30 PM  Ita Graham $ 40,452 Budget $ 40,000 Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 5,450 YTD $ 145,389 On‐Line Transactions $ 1,569 Attendance 6300 Total Collection $ 47,471 Parish Tithe: Dallas $ 4,747 Catholic Youth Conference Sponsored by the Dallas Diocese Capital Campaign $ 9,135 Campaign to Date $ 2,703,650 Total Amount Pledged $ 3,248,032 
Saturday ‐ Sábado (4/20) Acts 9:31‐42; Ps 116; Jn 6:60‐69 Debt Reduction Total Debt Reduction $ 21,105 8:30 AM  Maria Nguyen 5:30 PM  Onorato Valencia PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK
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$ 2,798 Will O’Brien is the winner of the children’s stewardship envelopes. OUR PARISH
PARISH LIBRARY Mon‐ Thur 9AM ‐ 12 Noon, Wed 3:30‐5PM Please call the parish office to add or remove someone DVDs: The Secret of Roan Inish and Something The Lord Has Made Books: Catholic Customs & Traditions ‐ A Popular Guide and Seven from the list. Names will be listed for four weeks. Blanca Arias; Elvia Arias; Erika Arias; Baula Family; Earl & Storey Mountain by Thomas Merton
Katherine Brittain, Jerry Bonniol; Paula Bloomer; Nathan Teen book: God's Mailbox ‐ More Stories about Stories in the Bible by Debbie Tilley Carrington; Pat Corey; Michele Foust; Terry Hundl; John Robert Johnson; Frank Lanza; Christina Lino; Heather Litz; Josh Mahon; Eva McManus, Eliberto Martínez; Edwin Morris; Eristeo Perez; Persia Family; Paul Reilly; Angel Reyes; William Ryan; Sergio Tellez; Larry Sloan; Josephine Smith; Miguel Torres Jurado; Alan Usry; Margarita Villanueva; Sharon Watson; Helen Wilmsen Blessing of the New Baptismal Font
During the Easter Vigil
The St. Vincent de Paul Black Bag Collection The collection will be this weekend. The Black Bags will be passed immediately following the regular collection during the offertory portion of the Mass. The St. Mark Conference provides direct financial assistance for basic services to the most needy within our parish community. If you miss the second collection opportunity, please feel free to place your donation in the Poor Box. Your continuing generosity to this shared mission is greatly appreciated. Now on Facebook! Check out & “LIKE” two pages for St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church & School St. Mark Catholic Church – Plano,TX St. Mark Catholic School – Plano,TX 2
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The Women of St. Mark will present their annual tea,
"Tea Time with Friends"
Tuesday, April 23 at 7pm in McGivney Hall
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: 972-423-4715
Vacation Bible School: July 15-19, 2013.
Registration information to follow soon All the Women of St. Mark are welcome to attend this evening of cups of tea and treats! A magical, traditional or whimsical table awaits you, specifically decorated by our “tea‐rrific table mums.” A door prize will be at every table. ATTENTION PARENTS Monday, April 29, 7pm, St. Mark Parish Center Meeting for parents of first graders that attend St. Mark School and Elementary Faith Formation (presented in English). Tickets are $10.00 per person and must be prepaid ATENCIÓN PADRES: Jueves, 2 de mayo, 7pm, Centro Parroquial de San Marcos Reunión para padres de alumnos de primer grado que asisten a la Escuela de San Marcos y Formación de Fe Primaria (presentada en español) Make your reservation and payment by calling Annette Schmidt at 972‐235‐4310. The deadline for reservations will be April 21, or until all seating is filled. Sit down my friend, and talk with me! Let's share our thoughts over cups of tea!
MOM’S GROUP MEETING
April 18, 10AM – 11:30AM
Gather together to form a network of friends, mutual support, opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings, Upper Room, #208 (Pastoral Center). Childcare by reservation 972‐424‐5794. For more information call Teresa Knode at 972‐437‐9277 Talleres de Oración y Vida para Jóvenes
Pd. Ignacio Larrañaga, Sacerdote Franciscano Capuchino
Para jóvenes de 18 a 30 años. Como en todo taller en que se aprende trabajando, orando aprenderás a conversar con Dios, como un amigo con otro amigo. El Taller te ofrece: liberación de tristezas y angustias, superaras complejos de inferioridad, culpabilidad, falta de seguridad y sanción de heridas del pasado. Recuperaras la estabilidad emocional y la alegría de vivir. ¡No Faltes JESÚS TE ESPERA! Los registros e informes serán en el nártex después de misa el 7 y 14 de abril. Iniciamos el viernes 19 de abril, de 7:00‐8:45PM en el West Wing #4. Para más información comunicarse con Juan Aguilar al 214‐538‐6401 o al 214‐536‐1371. Formación para Catequistas
Se ofrecerá el taller Oración y Espiritualidad los Sábados, 13 y 27 de abril en el McGivney Hall de 8:45am‐3pm. Este taller está abierto para cualquier persona sirviendo en un ministerio en la Iglesia. Si necesita guardería por favor déjenos saber antes del 9 de Abril. Comuníquese con Ruth Sanchez al 972‐423‐4715 X233 o Sister Esther M. Guerrero al 972‐423‐
4715X225 o eguerrero@stmarkplano.org Asociación Nacional de Autismo del Norte de Texas
Spiritual Needs Survey
Catholic Life & Faith
Esta organización está ofreciendo un Grupo de Apoyo de Autismo en Español, en la Iglesia Católica de San Marcos para familiares afectados por el Autismo, ADHD, ADD y otros problemas de aprendizaje. La próxima reunión será el 20 de abril a las 7 PM en el Salón Parroquial #202 Contacto: 214‐264‐5092 What helps you to know God's love in your life? What helps you grow in relationship with God and others?
Please share your thoughts with us by participating in an exciting survey opportunity. It is available in both English and Spanish, and will take less than 15 minutes. Through your participation, our parish and parish leaders will learn about what helps us all to grow closer to God with faith that shapes our daily lives. To access the survey please visit the link below. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/spiritualneeds April is Autism Awareness Month
Let us take this month of April, Autism Awareness Month, to challenge ourselves to learn more about the ways in which we can accommodate the needs of those in our community who experience autism so that they may participate more fully, and to seek out and celebrate the richness of the gifts they have to offer. Altar Flowers Honorariums for the Altar Flowers are accepted. If you would like to dedicate the weekend flowers for an individual or a special intention, please contact the Parish Office at 972­423­5600. If you have a child who experiences autism and is not currently enrolled in faith formation, or know of parishioners with autism who may need certain accommodations or support to participate in parish life, please call the Faith Formation Office at 972‐423‐4715. 3
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL: 972-578-0610
FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES
MINISTERIOS DE FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA
972-424-5794
Where Faith and Knowledge Meet
Pre K 3 years – 8th grade
Jesus asks Peter to follow Him. How are we called to follow Him
in practical ways each day? How might we be more effective
disciples at home, school and work?
SAVE THE DATE! Preschool Open House! You and your preschooler are invited to attend the Early Childhood Picnic and Open House Thursday, May 9 4:30 ‐ 6PM CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Men Oct. 19‐20 Women Jun 29‐30 Weekend retreat provides an atmosphere for individual growth through prayer, inspiring presentations, and personal reflection. It is also an opportunity to share with others in the parish about the joys and challenges of living a Christian lifestyle in our family life, at work, with friends, and in society. Note: Follow‐up sessions are encouraged to continue both personal spiritual growth and faith community growth. Join us for a picnic dinner. Meet teachers and administrators
Learn about our Early Childhood Programs CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Hombres Abr. 20‐21 Mujeres Jul. 13‐14 El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento individual por medio de la oración, presentaciones conmovedoras, y reflexión. También es una oportunidad para compartir con otros en la parroquia sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cris‐
tiana en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad. Nota: Se promueve seguimiento para la continuación de crecimiento espiritual personal y crecimiento de la comunidad de fe. 3 & 4 Year Old Preschool‐Transitional Kindergarten‐Kindergarten 30 for 30 This landmark 30th anniversary of St. Mark Catholic School, Where Faith and Knowledge Meet Your donation supports St. Mark Catholic School, A National School of Excellence Book Sale There will be books and material on faith and values as well as for First Holy Communion and Confirmation in the Narthex on April 21 after all Masses. Do not forget to stop by! 30 for 30 donations’ primary goal is to raise funds for a new indoor and outdoor communications system for the entire St. Mark campus to improve the safety of our school. We also wish to enrich our children’s fine arts resources, including improving the St. Mark Cafetorium stage, curtains, lighting and sound system. Venta de Libros Habrá una venta de libros y artículos religiosos de la Primera Comunión y Confirmación en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia el 21 de Abril después de todas las Misas. ¡No falten! Please donate $30 (or more) for 30 years of excellence in Catholic education at St. Mark. $300,000 $30,000 $3,000 $300 $30 … or any amount Kindly mail a check made out to “St. Mark School Auction” to St. Mark Development Office 1105 W.15th Street – Plano, TX 75075 Or donate online. Visit www.stmcs.net Click on auction logo. Click on tab “30 for 30” All donors receive a tax‐deductible receipt by mail. St. Mark parishioner, Anna Koczak, author of A Single Yellow Rose, will be featured in the first session of the Speaker Series for the Year of Faith at St. Mark in the Great Room of the Parish Center at 2pm on Sunday, April 28. Whether you are twelve years old and like adventure or ninety‐two years old and plum tuckered after all that life has thrown at you, you will not want to miss this parlor room interview, as Anna shares her gripping, yet heartwarming story of love, faith and forgiveness while growing up in Hungary and living under Communist Oppression in the 1940s. Thank you for your support! Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor of St. Mark Catholic Church & School Suzanne Bacot, Principal of St. Mark Catholic School Jenee Richey, St. Mark Director of Development Purchase a St. Mark Custom Engraved Brick For $100, purchase a custom engraved brick with your family name, ministry, organization, child’s name and graduating class… or honor a loved one, relative or friend... the possibilities are endless. This is an amazing opportunity to leave your own permanent impression at St. Mark for generations to come. Adult Potluck Dinner April 27, 6:30PM St. Mark Legacy Brick sales are part of the St. Mark Catholic School dinner and auction fundraiser. To purchase and design your brick, visit www. stmcs.net and click on the auction logo “A Night In Old Hollywood, Celebrating 30 Years” St. Mark Adult Community, all parishioners 50 and over, will have a Potluck Dinner following the 5:30pm Mass in the COMMUNITY CENTER #101. Drop off your dish to share at the Community Room #101 before Mass if you like. We have invited the St. Elizabeth seniors to join us. It will be fun to have new friends and guests. See you on the 27th! Brick purchases and brick design submissions end April 15 Questions? Please contact Jenee Richey at jrichey@stmarkplano.org or 972.423.5600 ext 268 4
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Youth & Young Adult Ministries News!
¡Noticias del Ministerio de Jóvenes & Jóvenes Adultos!
972-578-9583 E-mail: youth@stmarkplano.org
www.stmarkym.org
KNIGHTS’ CORNER
Council 6065
Assembly 2266
Blood Drive Sign-Up: April 13/14
We are planning another blood drive in conjunction with Carter Blood Center
for April 21. Sign-up will be this weekend after all the Masses. Please consider giving this gift of life to those in need.
Vision..to know we are all members of the Catholic Church, the Body of Christ and to acknowledge that we come from diverse cultural, ethnic, educational and spiritual places for an opportunity to serve and lead within the church community. Blood Drive: April 21
Events The Knights of Columbus, in conjunction with Carter Blood Care, is holding a
Blood Drive from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Old Gym today. Please donate a
pint of your blood for this life giving need. If you didn’t sign up on April
13/14, please see us in the Old Gym – walk-ins are welcome.
Amazing Jakes Lock‐In (7 & 8 Grade) Join us for a night of fun and to get to know other teens. Friday & Saturday, April 26 and 27 Cost $30. Paperwork available at Youth Center Due date for paperwork and payment is April 22! Election of Officers
Coming up Summer Events Election of Officers will take place at our June business meeting. If you are
a 3rd or 4th degree Knight and are interested in running for office to help
guide our council for the next year, please contact one of the trustees and
make him aware of your wishes. The slate of officers should be available for
publication at the May business meeting.
Parents and Teens Sports meeting Wednesday, May 22 / 7pm / Youth Center For teens entering grades 6‐12 and graduating seniors 2013 St. Mark Service Week / Empower‐Explore‐Experience June 17‐20 For teens entering grades 6‐12 and graduating seniors 2013 Mark your calendar! Computer Refurbishing
Used CPUs (especially Pentium 4 or equivalent and newer), monitors,
printers, scanners, fax machines, pointing devices (mice) as well as CDs and
DVDs are being accepted for donation to the Computers for the Blind
organization. Please call Gil Brand at 214-282-2581 for information. He can
provide a receipt for your charitable donations. Gil’s email address is
president@computersfortheblind.net. For more information about the
organization, the website is www.computersfortheblind.net. Please do NOT
leave any used computer equipment in the church Narthex or in the Usher’s
Room.
Pizza with the Pastor June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, August 7 and 14 DCYC / Open to High School Young People Dallas Catholic Youth Conference Theme: Acts 14:27 “When They arrived they called the church together and related all that God had done with them” When: August 2‐4, 2013 Where: The Westin Stonebriar Hotel Host: Steve Angrisano Fee: $50.00 per person will secure you a spot. Flags and Electronics Recycling for Special Olympics
Youth Grades 6‐12 / 2012‐2013 Faith Formation! Unserviceable flags continue to be collected in the flag box which is now
located inside the Usher’s Room at the rear of the old Narthex. If you are not
familiar with the location of the Usher’s Room, please ask an usher for
directions. Used cell phones, inkjet cartridges, digital cameras, camcorders,
and hand held electronic games can also be placed in this box. The flags
will be disposed of in a proper manner. All electronic equipment will be
recycled by an environmentally responsible company and the proceeds from
the recycling will be donated to Special Olympics.
Youth Sessions Sunday, April 14, 21 and 28 – Domingo 14, 21 y 28 de abril. •6 grade ‐10am to 11:30am / •MS ‐12pm, 2pm & 4pm• HS 7pm to 9:30pm! Monday, April 15, 22 and 29 – Lunes 15, 22 y 29 de abril. •6‐ grade ‐7pm to 8:30pm Tuesday, April 16, 23 and 30 – Martes 16, 23 y 30 de abril. •MS ‐ 7pm to 8:30pm Wed. April 17 and 24 – Miércoles 17 y 24 de abril •HS‐ 7pm to 9:30pm All sessions will meet in the Youth Center Information for Joining K of C
For information on joining the Knights, please see our Council website,
www.kofc-6065.org, or call our Grand Knight, Ron Schoof at 972-985-8707
or our Membership Director, Armando Guerra at 214-272-3537. Informational brochures are available in the Narthex of the Church. Or you can call
us at 972-498-8885 anytime. This number is available 24 hours a day, 7
days a week. It is a recording and we monitor it regularly. If you leave a
message, someone from the Knights will return your call.
Announcement Confirmation Rehearsal Day: Thursday, May 2, meet in the Bethany Narthex 6:30pm. Teen and Sponsor only! St Mark Confirmation Day: Saturday, May 4, 10am, 2pm Masses High School Confirmation Rehearsal Day: Tuesday, May 14, meet in the Breeze Way Entrance 6:30pm. Teen and Sponsor only! Pot‐luck after Rehearsal, meet in the Youth Center. High School Confirmation Day: Sunday, May 19, meet in the Breeze Way Entrance 5:30pm. Teen and Sponsor only! April is Child Abuse Prevention Month!
Azteca Dance Group Join Catholic Communities across our Nation as we pray: Group of High School teens! For more information contact: Mrs. Laura Salazar at salazar.laura@verizon.net. Dear Lord, We ask You to bless these Your holy people who have participated in the Church’s efforts to help stop child sexual abuse. Open our hearts to Your call to be the “ears, eyes, and Plano Children’s Medical Clinic is in need of the following: Baby Bottles, Pacifier, Baby Sleepers (pajamas 3‐12 months), Baby Wash, Baby voice of children and young people” everywhere. Give us the Lotion, New Toys, Sports Balls (basketball & soccer ball), Deodorant, vision and grace needed to fulfill the special commitments that Cologne, Lip Gloss, Perfume, Wallets for both male & female, Nail Polish, each of us has made to making our homes, churches, schools, Head Bands/Clips & Flip‐Flops. Donations, please bring them to the communities and the world a safer place for all God’s Children. Youth Center.
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Monsignor Smyth Golf Tournament
Congratulations and Welcome!
Our new neophytes and candidates were fully initiated into our Catholic Faith through the Sacraments of Initiation during the Easter Vigil. The Monsignor Smyth Golf Tournament will be held on April 22 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of St. Mark Catholic school. Alumni and their families are encouraged to attend to commemorate this milestone year. This year we will play at Luna Vista Golf Course. Shot gun start to begin at 9:00am. The entry fee is $150.00 per player. This includes all golf, 8 beverage tickets and a meal after the round. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams. You can also enter the Long Drive and Closest to the pin contest as well as purchase mulligans for your round. All proceeds support the St. Mark Catholic School Athletic Program. Deadline to register is Wednesday, April 17. Please visit the school website www.stmcs.net to register. Join us for a fun‐filled day of golf with our St. Mark family. SINGLES SUNDAY
April 28
Our Single parishioners bring many gifts to our parish community. We want to celebrate them. There will be a special blessing for Singles at all Masses. Hospitality and resources will be in the Narthex after each Mass. BENDICIÓN ESPECIAL PARA SOLTEROS/AS
28 de abril
Nuestros parroquianos Solteros/as traen muchos dones a nuestra comunidad parroquial. ¡Deseamos Celebrarlos! Les invitamos a todos los Solteros/as a estar presentes y recibir una bendición especial que se llevará acabo durante todas las misas del domingo 28 de abril. Después de la Misa les invitamos a pasar al Narthex para convivir y recursos. Bingo for Friends
Saturday, May 11, 7pm Sponsored by the Society of St Vincent de Paul, St Anthony Conference in Wylie. Entry fee is $30.00 at the door, or $25.00 for preregistration on our web page at: stvincentdepaul‐wylie.com For more information call 214‐716‐7960, or email us at svdp.wylie@gmail.com H.U.G.S (Humans United to Give and Share)
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The semi‐annual Knight of Columbus collection of household items is Saturday, April 20 (9am to 1pm), in the Smyth Pastoral Center parking lot. Donated items benefit Catholic Charities and the Crisis Pregnancy Centers. Please begin saving furniture, household items, clothing and baby items (no food, refrigerators, washers or dryers). If you cannot deliver the items, please call the KC's any time at 972‐498‐8885 and leave a message.
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THE
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St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Community
Bishop Adult Initiative for the Rite of Confirmation
In an effort to “open wide the doors to Christ” for the people of our diocese, Bishop Kevin Farrell has extended the permission for pastors to confirm adults
in their parishes on Pentecost, May 19, 2013. In this light, St. Mark the Evangelist, through Bishop Farrell, invites our practicing adult Catholics (18 years of
age and out of high school), who lack the Sacrament of Confirmation, to be sealed with the fullness of the gift of the Holy Spirit.
If you are currently a registered member of St. Mark the Evangelist and a practicing adult Catholic in good standing and have
already received the Sacrament of Baptism and Eucharist, you are invited to register and attend the preparation class on
Tues. May 7, beginning at 7:00pm, in the Upper Room. Sponsors are welcome to attend. Adult Confirmation will be celebrated on
Pentecost, Sunday, May 19, 2013, at the 9:00am Mass.
To register for the Adult Confirmation preparation class, the following information must be turned in to the Faith Formation Office prior to attending the class.
 Registration Form for the Bishop's Adult Initiative for the Rite of Confirmation (additional copies available on our website or the Parish Office)
 a copy of Baptismal Certificate with notations (if no notations are listed and you are married, we must have a copy of the church marriage
certificate)
 a letter of good standing from the Sponsor’s parish*
*Please note to be a sponsor for the Sacrament of Confirmation, the following is required: he or she must be a baptized Catholic who has received the
Eucharist and been Confirmed, and who is currently living a sacramental life (e.g., attending Mass regularly, making use of the sacrament of Reconciliation)
and if married, in a marriage recognized by the Catholic church; be at least sixteen years of age; lead a life of faith in harmony with the ministry they are
undertaking and have the intention of undertaking the ministry of a sponsor; they may not be the parent of the individual to be confirmed (parent may stand in
as proxy, if necessary)
If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Debbie Betz at 972-423-4715, ext. 232.
Please print:
Name:
Telephone Number:
(Maiden, if applicable)
Cell:
E-Mail Address:
Address:
City:
Zip Code:
Date of Birth:
Date of Baptism:
Church of Baptism:
Zip Code:
City:
Please check all that apply:
_____I have never been married
_____This is my first marriage
_____This is my spouse’s first marriage
_____I have been married before
_____My spouse has been married before
Parents:
Father’s Full Name:
Mother’s Full Name:
Confirmation Saint Name:
Sponsor’s Name:
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Comunidad Católica de San Marcos el Evangelista
Iniciativa del Obispo de Adultos para del Rito de Confirmación
En el esfuerzo para “abrir las puertas a Cristo” para la gente de nuestra diócesis, el Obispo Kevin Farrell ha extendido el permiso a los párrocos para
confirmar adultos en sus parroquias el día de Pentecostés, 19 de Mayo del 2013. San Marcos el Evangelista a través del Obispo Farrell, les invita a nuestros
Adultos católicos practicantes (de 18 años y hayan terminado la prepa) quien les falte el Sacramento de Confirmación, que sean sellados con la plenitud del
don del Espíritu Santo.
Si usted actualmente es miembro registrado en la parroquia de San Marcos el Evangelista y es un adulto practicante Católico en buena
posición y ha recibido los Sacramentos de Bautismo y Eucaristía, le invitamos a registrarse para asistir a unas clases de preparación en los
siguientes días:
4/18/2013 Jueves y 4/23/2013 Martes empezando a las 7:00pm en el salón 208 en el Centro Pastoral Smyth. También se les
invita a los padrinos/madrinas asistir las clases. Por favor de traer sus Biblia con ustedes. La celebración de la Confirmación de
Adultos será el día de Pentecostés, 19 de Mayo en la Misa de la 1:30 p.m.
Para registrarse en las clases de preparación para la Confirmación de Adultos, la siguiente información debe ser entregada a la Oficina de Formación de Fe
antes de asistir a clase.

Llenar la Forma de Registración de la Iniciativa del Obispo para el Rito de Confirmación para Adultos (copias adicionales se encuentran en
nuestro website o en la Oficina Parroquial)

Una copia de su Certificado de Bautismo con las anotaciones (si no tiene anotaciones, tenemos que tener una copia del Certificado de
Primera Comunión, y si están casados, una copia del Certificado de Matrimonio de la Iglesia.)

Una carta de buena posición de la parroquia donde viene el Padrino/madrina *
Requisitos para el padrino/madrina de Confirmación:
El o ella deben ser un Católico/a bautizado, que haya recibido la Comunión y que esta ya confirmado, que actualmente este viviendo en una vida sacramental.
(Ej. asistiendo a Misa regularmente, haciendo uso del Sacramento de la Reconciliación) y si están casados, que el matrimonio sea reconocido por la
Iglesia Católica; tener por lo menos 16 años de edad, vivir una vida de fe en armonía con el ministerio que tiene y tener la intención de llevar el ministerio
de padrino/madrina; no pueden ser los padres del individuo que se va confirmar. (los papás pueden estar como proxy, si es necesario)
Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o necesita más información, por favor llame a Sister Esther M. Guerrero, mcdp al 972-423-4715 x 225.
Letra de Molde
Nombre ___________________________________________ Nombre de soltera si se aplica _________________________________________
No. De Teléfono ______________________________________ Celular: _____________________________________________________________
Dirección Postal __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ciudad __________________________________________________ Zona Postal____________________________
Fecha de nacimiento ___________________________________ Fecha de Bautismo _________________________
Iglesia del Bautismo _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ciudad, código postal y país ________________________________________
Por favor marque todos si aplica a Ud.
_____nunca he estado casado/a ____He estado casado anteriormente _____ Este va a ser mi primer matrimonio
_____Este es el primer matrimonio de mi esposo/a _____ Mi esposa ha sido casada/o anteriormente.
Padres
Nombre completo del Padre _________________________________________________________________________________________________
Nombre completo de la Madre ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Nombre de Santo de Confirmación ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Nombre del Padrino/a ______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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THE
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Recycling Opportunity for St. Mark Community ¡Complete su solicitud de ciudadanía estadounidense GRATUITAMENTE! This is a great time of year to de‐clutter. At St. Mark church, we have a recycling container behind the Smyth Pastoral Center. By placing your recyclables here, you can help both the environment and your parish. ¡Por un tiempo limitado, Caridades Católicas de Dallas le ayudará a llenar su solicitud de ciudadanía estadounidense GRATUITAMENTE! Venga ahora a su consulta inicial de $30. Si cualifica, ¡le ayudaremos a completar su aplicación de naturalización sin costo! The church is reimbursed for collecting these materials. Las consultas son de martes a sábado, desde las 7:30 am. Favor de llegar antes de las 7:30 am para poderle atender el mismo día que venga. ¡Comparta esta información con sus familiares y amigos HOY MISMO! Oferta se expira el 30 de junio, 2013. Para nuestras Clases Gratuitas de Ciudadanía llame a Elena Porras en 214‐553‐9909 ext. 144. Para obtener más información visítenos: www.catholiccharitiesdallas.org/ImmigrationLegalServices YES! Please recycle these Paper & Cardboard products in the St. Mark recycling container:  Brown Paper Bags  Catalogs, Junk Mail, Envelopes  Paperback Books, Newspapers and Magazines  Greeting Cards, Wrapping Paper and Tissue Paper  Office Paper (paperclips and staples are ok)  Scrap Paper 9