May 16, 2021 The Ascension of the Lord The Connection
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The Connection May 16, 2021 The Ascension of the Lord
Transcript of May 16, 2021 The Ascension of the Lord The Connection
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The Ascension of the Lord
M E E T T H E C C M T E A M
STAFF MEMBERS
PASTORAL COUNCIL
Amanda Thompson
Jessica Camacho Rivera
Matt Merkt
Clara Dennison
Azucena De La Torre
Justin Matuszewski
Fr. Dan Borlik, CM
Francesca Santelli
Latinx Outreach Coordinator
Chaplain for [email protected]
Social Justice/Advocacy Coordinator
Ministry [email protected]
Liturgy Coordinator
Priest [email protected]
Communications Coordinator
STUDENT LEADERS
Nelson Mendoza Hernandez
Danielle Cherry
McLean Casey
Liz Amaya
Monica Casillas
Megan Evans
Eliora Rios
Kara Callahan
Jillian Nalezny
Erin Duffy
Wyatt Hettel
Soup Kitchen Coordinator
Catholic Community Assistant
Search Retreat Assistant
Tepeyac Assistant
Latinx Retreat Assistant
Social Media Assistant
Small Groups Assistant
Advocacy Assistant
Content Creation and Graphic Design Assistant
Communal Prayer Assistant
Small Groups AssistantTo contact any Student Leader email: [email protected]
T O N I G H T ’ S P R E S I D E R
Fr. Ranjan is from the state of Odisha located in the northern part of India. He is a full-fledged member of the Congregation of the Mission (North Indian Province), founded by St. Vincent de Paul, since 2016. He was ordained to the order of priesthood in 2017. After his ordination, he served as vice-principal and the financial officer at Sacred Heart School, Rayagada. Simultaneously, he also served as an associate pastor for a year at St. Joseph's Parish in the same city.
The Government of India conferred upon him the honor of meritorious student with a cash amount of 50,000 rupees (about $675) for his distinguished achievement in the examination conducted by the Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha. He holds Bachelors Degrees in philosophy from Berhampur University and in Theology from Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune, India. He earned a Masters Degree in Education with a concentration in Educational Leadership from DePaul University. Currently, he is pursuing Ph.D. studies in Education with a concentration in Curriculum Studies at DePaul.
In his free time, he loves walking on the nature trails, reading, playing guitar, and keyboard, practicing vipassana meditation, and doing yoga.
Fr. Ranjan Lima, C.M.
In the Gospel of Mark, it says, “...and these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name, they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands, and when they drink deadly poison” (Mk 16:17-18). With God on our side, there is nothing we should fear. As Christians, we can “pick up snakes” with our hands. This means we can overcome any adversity and any evil that comes our way. This reading from the gospel assures everyone who reads it that Christ has what a person needs for salvation. Jesus is the way, to follow Him a person should believe and be baptized. But, to fear no evil and to follow the Lord truly there needs to be a solid foundation of faith in a person. I have struggled, like many Christians, to be steady in my faith. This past year, I have found that the best way to stay close to Christ is to take time to pray. I have also found comfort in reading the Scriptures. I often open the Bible to a random page and read what is there on the opened page. When I do this, and when I choose a less random way of reading the Bible, I feel like God is talking directly to me and that He is telling me what I need to hear at that moment. This helps me to feel closer to God.
Mark writes, “go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation” (Mk 16:15). This is only possible if we know what we are talking about. In this gospel reading, Jesus is calling Christians to read the gospel and share its insights with their community, family, and friends. In the Catholic tradition, in general, it is not always emphasized that one should learn and study the Word. Our Protestant brothers and sisters have achieved more than us in this respect. Knowing what is in the Bible means understanding the messages behind the stories and their deeper meanings. Mark also writes that “then the disciples went out and preached everywhere, and the Lord worked with them and confirmed his word by the signs that accompanied it” (Mk 16:20). Here, it is evident that Jesus rewards those who spread the gospel by being present in them. The Holy Spirit, no doubt, works in those who evangelize and tell of the gospel. Since the Holy Spirit is present in our lives, we have nothing to fear!
Luke 23:35-43G O S P E L R E F L E C T I O N
Erin DuffySenior
M A R K 1 6 : 1 5 - 2 0
Luke 23:35-43M U S I C I A N S P O T L I G H T
Heidi Joosten (she/her)
What's your hometown?
Cameron, WI
What's your major (if you're a student) or what degree(s) do you have?
BM-Composition (harp emphasis) – UW-Eau ClaireMM-Composition – Roosevelt University - Chicago College of Performing Arts
Do you sing? Play any instruments?
Yes to both! I'm a vocalist & I play 15 instruments, but I mostly play piano at Mass.
What led you to join the Liturgical Choir/Orchestra?
I came on board when Matt was recovering from his stroke and have been super excited to be here ever since.
Did your musical journey start at DePaul or somewhere else?
I started my studies as a wee lass in Northwest Wisconsin in a musical family and continued through college & beyond.
Why did you choose to share your musical gifts at Mass?
God calls us to use the gifts we were used for his glory, and my soul is both elated and at peace when making music in Mass.
What is your favorite song to sing/play at Mass?
"Ever We Praise You" or "From This Table" - they're both bops!
Jonathan Hannau (he/him)
What's your hometown?
I grew up in Ridgewood, NJ and Simsbury, CT.
What's your major (if you're a student) or what degree(s) do you have?
I have degrees in composition from DePaul University and Roosevelt University
Do you sing? Play any instruments?
I do sing a little now, but my job is as a pianist!
What led you to join the Liturgical Choir/Orchestra?
I was hired by Matt and CCM to rehearse with the choir and play services from time to time! I've been with St. Vincent de Paul Parish as an associate pianist for a while now and joining as a rehearsal pianist with the Liturgical Choir was a great fit.
Did your musical journey start at DePaul or somewhere else?
I've been playing piano for over 20 years and began when I was 8 years old in NJ.
Why did you choose to share your musical gifts at Mass?
I found that playing music in the service helps me pray best.
What is your favorite song to sing/play at Mass?
I'm a fan of Isaiah 12 "You Will Draw Water Joyfully". Really fun piano part!
Sunday, May 16, 2021 Ascension of the Lord DePaul University Sunday Night Mass
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INTRODUCTORY RITE
GATHERING SONG – Here I Am, Lord
I, the Lord of sea and sky, I have heard my people cry. All who dwell in dark and sin my hand will save. I, who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright. Who will bear my light to them? Whom shall I send?
I, the Lord of snow and rain, I have borne my people’s pain. I have wept for love of them they turn away. I will break their hearts of stone, give them hearts for love alone. I will speak my word to them. Whom shall I send?
I, the Lord of wind and flame, I will tend the poor and lame. I will set a feast for them. My hand will save. Finest bread I will provide till their hearts be satisfied. I will give my life to them. Whom shall I send?
Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord? I have heard you calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if you lead me. I will hold your people in my heart.
Text and music by Dan Schutte, © 1981, OCP.
GREETING
P: The grace of our Lord … be with you all. A: And with your spirit.
SPRINKLING RITE
You will draw water joyfully from the springs of salvation. Sacarán aguas con alegría de las fuentes de salvación.
Text adaptation (of Isaiah 12:2-6) and trans. by Tony Alonso © 2003, GIA Publications, Inc.
P: May almighty God cleanse us of our sins, and through the celebration of this Eucharist make us worthy to share at the table of his kingdom. A: Amen.
GLORIA – Mass of Saint Ann (Bolduc)
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God almighty Father.
Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us.
For You alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
Setting by Ed Bolduc, © 2011, World Library Publications
OPENING PRAYER
LITURGY OF THE WORD
FIRST READING – Acts 1:1-11
The word of the Lord. A: Thanks be to God.
PSALM – Psalm 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9
SECOND READING – Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-13
The word of the Lord. A: Thanks be to God.
GOSPEL READING – Mark 16:15-20
The Lord be with you. A: And with your spirit. A reading from … Mark. A: Glory to you, O Lord.
The Gospel of the Lord. A: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
HOMILY
PROFESSION OF FAITH After each question: A: I do.
PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL We pray: A: Lord, hear our prayer.
LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST
PREPARATION OF GIFTS – One Lord
Give us new hands, open and free, to serve with grace and dignity. May we be worthy of our call. We have but
Give us new eyes, loving and wise, to seek the good we all have inside. May we be worthy of our call. We have but
Give us new hearts, humble yet strong, to love like you our whole life long. May we be worthy of our call. We have but
Text and music by Lori True, © 2003, GIA Publications, Inc.
P: Pray my brothers and sisters … to God, the almighty Father. A: May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church.
PREFACE DIALOG The Lord be with you. A: And with your spirit. Lift up your hearts. A: We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. A: It is right and just.
HOLY – Recited
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts. Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
MYSTERY OF FAITH – Recited
We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again.
LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Deliver us, Lord, … and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever.
SIGN OF PEACE
LAMB OF GOD
Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, grant us peace.
Setting by Tony Alonso, © 2010, GIA Publications, Inc.
COMMUNION PROCESSIONAL – This is How
This how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. If you have love for one another, all will know that you are my disciples.
This is how… …in the washing of the feet, …in the breaking of the bread, …in the feeding of the hungry, so all will know what you have done for me.
This is how… …in the clothing of the poor, …in the reaching out to all, …in the speaking for the voiceless. so all will know what you have done for me. This is how… …in the sharing of the meal, …in the caring the weak, …in the welcome of the other. so all will know what you have done for me.
Text and music: Chris de Silva, © 2017, GIA Publications, Inc.
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
CONCLUDING RITE
BLESSING & DISMISSAL
The Lord be with you. A: And with your spirit.
May almighty God … Holy Spirit. A: Amen.
Go in peace … life. A: Thanks be to God.
Text and music used with permission under OneLicense #A-704697
