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Saint Martin de Tours Catholic Church 133 South Main Street, LA 70582-0010 + Mailing Address: P.O. Box 10

Website: www.saintmartindetours.org Phone: (337)394-6021 Fax: 337-654-6020 E-Mail: saintmartin1765@gmail.com

Sacraments  

Bap sm Parents should contact the Parish Office regarding Bap sm prior to the birth of the child.

Matrimony Engaged couples should contact the Parish Office at least six months prior to the an cipated wedding date.

Anoin ng of the Sick Those who are seriously ill or in danger of death should contact the Parish Office to request the Sacrament of

the Sick

Mass Times: Tuesday 5:30 P.M. Wednesday 8:00 A.M. Thursday 8:00 A.M. Friday 8:00 A.M. First Saturday 8:00 A.M. Saturday 4:00 P.M. Sunday 8:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M. Office Hours: Monday‐Thursday 8:00 A.M.—4:00 P.M.

Parish Staff: Rev. Jason Mouton, Pastor

Tammy LeBlanc  Parish Secretary/Sacraments/Informa on tamlebsmdt@gmail.com

Dianne Champagne Parish Bookkeeper/Cemetery saintmar n1765@gmail.com

Patrick Melancon Parish Musician melanpat12@gmail.com

Ed Horn Parish Maintenance Supervisor/ Master Carpenter/Technician

This is Fi h Sunday of Easter and I want to keep you informed. The weekly

offertory collec on received from parishioners during this pandemic has

been: Palm Sunday: $11,000.00

Easter: $7,400.00 Second Sunday of Easter:

$5,300.00 In addi on a loan of $54,000.00 was granted to us by the Diocese of Lafaye e with the understanding that the s mulus plan from the Federal Government would forgive (but we are awai ng final decision). We will pray and see what happens in this regard. So the proverbial saying applies, “we are hanging on a wing and a prayer” hoping that the closure of churches, restaurants, and other establishments will be able to open by this wri ng or no later than June. With the aforemen oned said, I please ask parishioners to con nue contribu ng to sustain YOUR parish in all aspects. A few projects have to be on hold now (under former pastor’s decision with Paul Allen Architects), i.e., Church & Rectory repairs (over $900,000.00). And, THANK YOU to all who have been very suppor ve by prayers, concern, and support financially. This has indeed been edifying. When things get back to “normal”, ac vi es will resume, but most importantly the celebra on publicly of the Holy Eucharist. And, also, with many, many more things that are on my agenda: Senior Movie and Luncheon with Pastor, Establishment of a Youth Group, Children’s Church, Home Visita ons, Pilgrimages in U.S. and abroad, and other opportuni es for spiritual growth (as you have received Black Lenten booklets and white Easter Booklets). I have only been here five (5) months, and some naysayers like to make their voices heard by contac ng the dean of this region or diocese rather than speaking to the pastor directly (as Sophia would say on the Golden Girls Sitcom, “look Dorothy I’m shaking”…lol).

I will not be deterred or affected by said except for praying for them. But it s ll begs the ques on, why? This has come to us ALL when we did not expect it – out of the blue this pandemic arose. The proverbial quote is today more relevant than ever: “man proposes but God disposes”. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI said providen ally that we would become a smaller church but a greater one through prayer, devo on, acts of charity, devo on to our Blessed Mother, but above all to the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Let’s us heed this wise man’s words. And our works for God do not have to be adver sed or for the show and glow. Keep praying quietly – He hears. With much love and great affec on, I remain,

Fr. Jason Mouton St. Martin de Tours, Pray for Us!

The month of May (ancient Italic goddess Maia}. It means “the great goddess the increaser,’ hence month of growth. May 15: 6p.m., Fr. Mouton delivers Benediction and/or

Invocation at St. Martinville High School Grad’s

ceremony. This too may change

depending on circumstances.

May 16: Armed Forces Day May 22: Students’ Last Day of School – All St. Martinville Schools. May 25: Memorial Day – Parish and Diocesan offices CLOSED!

Month of June Dedication: From the Roman clan Junius and devoted to the Sacred Heart of Our

Blessed Lord.

June 1: Hurricane Season Begins – Please pray for us all to be spared by another natural disaster.

June 14: Flag Day

June 20: 1st Day of Summer.

June 21: Father’s Day!

July 4: Fourth of July Celebrations. July 17-22: Fr. Mouton on Vacation, “Mother’s Dream” Cabin in Pigeon Forge, TN, with family and friends. July 15-19:Unity Explosion in Beaumont, Texas; MCM Elegante Hotel (African-American gathering). July 24-29: Knights of Peter Claver National Convention, Chicago, Illinois (Friday –

Wednesday). Sept. 7: Labor Day – Parish Offices Closed. Sept. 8: Deacon Wynard Boutte’s Birthday. Sept. 20: Shelia Ambrose Birthday

(Rectory Housekeeping and Cook). Sept. 22: Edwin Horn’s Birthday (Carpentry). Sept. 27-30: Stewardship Conference – Anaheim, California. Sept. 29: Tammy LeBlanc’s Birthday – Parish Assistant. Oct. 16: Boss’ Day

Oct. 20:6:30p.m., Sacrament of Confirmation conferred by Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel. Oct. 30: 7p.m., Wedding, Msgr. Douglas Courville.

Oct. 31: Dianne Champagne’s Birthday, Staff.

Nov. 1: National Black Catholic History Month; Vocation Awareness Week Begins.

Nov. 1: Daylight Savings Time ENDS – Clocks FALL BACK ONE HOUR! Nov. 5: Jeanette Broussard’s Birthday – my former Sacristan at St. Anne. Nov. 1-8: Fr. Mouton on Vacation Nov. 6: Pat Melancon’s Birthday, Parish Musician. Nov. 21: African American Catholic Youth Congress, S.T.M. High school, 8a.m.-5p.m. Nov. 25: 6:15p.m. Thanksgiving Vigil Mass.

Nov. 26:Thanksgiving Holiday – Parish Offices CLOSED.

Mass TENTATIVELY AT 9:00a.m.

Dec. 10-12: National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry, Hyatt Regency Hotel, New Orleans, La. Dec. 17: Fr. Mouton’s Birthday. Dec. 21: First Anniversary of Fr. Mouton’s Appointment as Pastor of St. Martin de Tours. Dec. 20 DECORATING OF THE

CHURCH FOR CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS AFTER 10 A.M. MASS

Dec. 24: 4p.m. Christmas Vigil Mass Dec. 25:Christmas Day Masses – 8 & 10a.m. Dec. 28: Monday – Parish Offices Closed

(Post Christmas). Dec. 30: 5:30p.m. Fr. Joe Alexander’s Christmas Social with Black Clergy. Jan. 8: 7p.m., Wedding at St. Martin de Tours, Msgr. Douglas Courville.

Jan. 20-28, 2021 – March for Life Week in Washington, D.C. Fr. Mouton & others.

As reported previously in numerous bulletins, please give prayerful consideration for attending with me. Know that usually it is cold and snowing so one would have to prepare accordingly; but I will apprise you as the time draw nearer of weather conditions. God Bless to all. Even though I usually stay at the Josephite Seminary in D.C., when I take larger groups we make reservations at Embassy Suites Hotel in Crystal City, Virginia just three miles from our Nation’s Capital and one mile from Washington National Airport (Ronald Reagan). Therefore, it depends on the interest of individuals and/or families as to our options for accommodations.

We will attend the annual Mass for Life at the National Cathedral Basilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception the evening before and then the March the following day

beginning at 11:00a.m. with meal following at Union Station, Dubliner Irish Pub, Josephite Seminary Refectory, or Hotel restaurant. Again, please call if you are interested in this pilgrimage.

Pro-Life Corner!

For all mothers: May they be supported and encouraged as they fulfill their vocation, especially during this difficult time. We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer! Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to highlight the beautiful vocation of motherhood

and the gift of life. It calls us to cherish the gift of life that we receive from our mothers and to pray for all women to whom God has entrusted life in a very special way. We also specifically remember mothers experiencing unexpected or difficult pregnancies and pray they may find support and encouragement in choosing life for their children.

BLESSED MOTHER STATUE WILL BE AT THE HOME OF

Lou & Wayne Sonnier

May 12-18, 2020

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MOTHERS DAY MEMORIAL FLOWERS

Lula Mae Delahoussaye; Genevieve “Jenny” Theriot ; Winona Standridge; Joanne Fuselier;

Catherine “Cat” Champagne; Lynne Viator Judice; Mrs. Tilden Bonin; Lilly Beslin; Liz Bertrand; Mazel Blanchard; Laura T. Albert; Louise Oubre; Delia Claby; Irene & Yvette Courville; Ethel G. Oubre; Mrs. Sylvain Melancon; Mrs. Nolan Theriot; Mrs. Jean Poirier; Marie Talley; Holly Girouard; Yvette Romero Cartwright; Mrs. Robert Romero, Sr.; Mrs. R. J. Thomas & Family; Evelyn Fuselier; Ethel G. Oubre; Irene B. Courville; Louise Oubre; Delia Gary; Eunice Bourque; Cecilia T. Bourque; Velma B. Bernard; Doreen Latiolais & Betty; Rena Sonnier & Diana; Martha Latiolais & Sophia; Mrs. Joseph Usie; Rhena Bienvenu; Lois Germany; Edna Landry; Doreen Latiolais & Betty; Rena Sonnier & Diana; Martha Latiolais & Sophia; Mrs. Joseph Usie; Caroline Bienvenu; Edela Bienvenu; Evelyn D. Champagne; Eve S. Champagne; Margaret D. Dutiel; Gladys T. Boyer; Vorena D. Boyer; MRs. Oleus Champagne; Mrs. William Dwyer; Mrs. Adam Dwyer; <rs. Isaac Dwyer; Bib Fuselier; Elise Templeton; Eursule Latiolais; Willie Mae Bourque; Shirley Robin; Ena Delahoussaye; Marie Talley; Shirley Barras; Enid Waino; Carlene Talley; Sadie Blum; Janet Desormeaux; Kay Romero; Lillian Dore; Laurence Girouard; Lorena B. Hulin; Priscilla Hulin; Edolia Bertrand; Anita Hulin & Lorraine; Louise B. DeBlanc; Margaret T. Guidry; Ledwin Bonin; Lorraine Champagne; Beranger D. Theriot; Mrs. Moise Theriot; Mrs. Ambrose Theriot; Mrs. Emile Johnson

EFFECTIVE MAY 2020

(Once Bishop Deshotel lifts regulations on Masses)

Daily Mass: (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) will be at 8:00a.m. except for

Tuesday’s Mass and Novena at 5:30p.m.

There is a wonderful family from my previous assignment of St. Anne’s in Youngsville, Larry and Gladys Lasseigne, who have generously provided me with several of their condos in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for the past 8 years where my dear mother, Dolores, myself, several priests, other family members ( my brother and sister with their families) and Deacon Boutte’ have enjoyed. It is an absolute oasis in the Great Smokey Mountains. There are SO many attractions in the area which includes: Dollywood, Holly Wood Wax Museum, Gatlinburg Sky Lift, Several wineries, Titanic Museum, the Island in Pigeon Forge (huge outdoor mall with stores), Alcatraz Crime Museum, Wonderworks Museum, and many, many more attractions and excursions. Take a family vocation and secure one of these cabins…it will be a real treat for you and your family and friends. It’s about a 13/14 hour drive but me and my mom, my siblings, and friends, would always break it up a day ahead and stay in Birmingham, Alabama and then continue the rest of our journey to arrive around noon. In Birmingham, Al, we would always stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Se/Liberty Park – very clean and a nice breakfast (Buffet for about $11.00 per person).

Again this couple has four (4) cabins for rental: 1) Point of View – 2 Bedrooms

2) Mother’s Dream – 3 Bedrooms 3) Applewood Manor – 4 Bedrooms

4)Appalachian – 5 bedrooms which will open in October (sleeps 16).

Applewood Manor is located less than ½ mile from Dollywood Theme Park and has a beautiful view of the Mountains and you can hear the trains whistle from the cabins porch. Each cabin has a heated pool and a game room (pool table, foo's ball machine).

For more information until June go to Cabinsforyou.com and after, Smokey Mountain Cabins of Tennessee. As per my friends, if you would like the Owner’s referral discount one can contact Larry Lasseigne at 280-0909 and please tell him or his wife that they read the aforementioned information in our church bulletin. I will be going again this year and staying at Mother’s Dream in Pigeon Forge, TN July 17-22 with family members and friends.

Applewood Manor

Point of View

Appalachian

Mother’s Dream Cabin

Prayer for Safety in Hurricane Season

“God, master of this passing world, hear the humble voices

of your children. The Sea of Galilee obeyed your order and returned to its former quietude. You are still the master of land and sea. We live in the shadow of a danger over which we have no control: the Gulf, like a provoked and angry giant, can awake from its seeming lethargy, overstep its conventional boundaries, invade our land, and spread chaos and disaster. During this hurricane season we turn to you, O loving father. Spare us from past tragedies whose memories are still so vivid and whose wounds seem to refuse to heal with passing of time. O virgin, star of the sea, Our beloved mother, we ask you to plead with your son in our behalf, so that spared from the calamities common to this area and animated with a true spirit of gratitude, we will walk in the footsteps of your divine son to reach the heavenly Jerusalem where a storm less eternity awaits us. Amen.” Bishop Maurice Schexnayder

Note: Hurricane season begins June 1st. Let us all pray to the Lord

to spare us once again from another catastrophe.

Thank You! To…Brenda

Courville who has been decorating our

church’s altar so beautifully every

Sunday with floral arrangements, Palm Sunday, Easter, and other special

occasions. To…Tammy Leblanc, Deacon Wynard Boutte’, Lou Champagne (Lector on

April 26) and Pat Melancon for assisting with the live streaming of the Mass from

our parish. Parishioners have responded how very grateful they are for this means of viewing the Sacred Liturgy from their own church parish.

Keeping You Informed!

Since my arrival only five (5) short months ago several things have been accomplished and others are pending because of the virus putting a “monkey wrench” into our concerted

efforts. Accomplishments:

1) Revamped bulletin 2) Children’s bulletins distributed at all masses 3) Mass of the Anointing of the Sick 4) Mother’s & Father’s Day Gifts 5) Lenten Black Books 6) Easter White Books 7) Lenten 3 Night Mission 8) Holy Water bottles rather than pill bottles 9) FlockNotes 10) Book Rack for front office with Catholic

periodicals, CD’S, Prayer cards, etc.

Pending: 1) Children’s Church 2) Hiring of a Maintenance Man 3) Re-scheduling of Minister’s Workshop 4) Advent Mission to be announced 5) Senior Movie & Luncheon with the Pastor 6) On-Line Giving 7) Annual Diocesan Awarding of a St. Martin de

Tours Parishioner (s) of the reception of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Award

8) Life Touch Pictorial Directory 9) Easter Egg Hunt 10) Return of Flags for Rectory Balcony 11) In Union with Jesus stickers to be attached

on a future bulletin 12) Receptionist (s) for front office 13) Website to include pictures of staff

members as well as pertinent articles from the Universal Church and Diocese

14) Graduates’ Mass. 15) Pilgrimages (March for Life in D.C. in 2021);

Holy Land.

NOW PLACED IN FRONT OFFICE DURING OFFICE HOURS FOR YOUR PERUSAL. DONATIONS WOULD BE APPRECIATED! THIS WAS DONATED BY A VERY GENEROUS FORMER PARISHIONER OF MINE, JOAN BROUSSARD, WHO RECENTLY CONDUCTED OUR LENTEN MISSION. PLEASE MAKE USE OF THIS TOOL TO AGAIN GROW MORE DEEPER IN OUR CATHOLIC FAITH.

General Offertory 5/3/2020 $ 6,139.00 Weekly Budget (2019/2020) $ 9,000.00 Difference $ -2,861.00 Building Fund $ 1,443.00

The Second Collection NEXT weekend is for the

Reduction of Church Debt

Stewardship of Treasure

Many Thanks for Your Continued Generosity!

From the Diocese! As you’re aware, the Year of St. Joseph was set to begin on March 19th of this year. In light of our current situation, those opening

events were canceled. After meeting with the bishop, we’ve decided to adjust our schedule. The year will now open on Sunday, August 16th,

2020. At Saturday anticipated Masses and Sunday Masses of that weekend, the bishop is

directing all parishes to celebrate the Votive Mass of St. Joseph with its accompanying readings

instead of the usual 20th Sunday of Ordinary Time (GIRM 374). This weekend will also be an

opportunity: To celebrate St. Joseph Altars, especially for those parishes who were unable to celebrate this past March.

To place Bishop Deshotel’s pastoral le er in bulle ns

To preach on the person and life of St. Joseph, emphasizing his adora on, obedience, and service

To distribute the Year of St. Joseph commemora ve booklet

Additionally, Bishop Deshotel will celebrate two opening events: Opening Mass at St. Joseph in Patterson on Sunday, August 16th at 9:00am; and Adoration & Evening Prayer at the Cathedral on Sunday, August 16th at 6:00pm. The year will close on Saturday, May 1st, 2021. Bishop Deshotel will celebrate a Closing Mass at St. Joseph’s in Milton on Saturday, May 1st at 10:00am, with food and music following on the grounds there in Milton.

Our 13 St. Joseph’s parishes, each deanery, as well as the offices and ministries at the chancery

are also organizing events for the year. We hope to provide each parish with a packet of material

by July 1, 2020.

PLEASE MARK YOUR

CALENDARS WITH THESE

EVENTS PLANNED AND SPREAD THE

WORD TO ALL FAMILY

MEMBERS AND FRIENDS.

CANDLES Sanctuary Candle: Yvette Romero Cartwright Consecration Candles: Lawrence J. “Pee Wee” & Lillie Mae “Dottie” Barras & Andrew; Louis & Maude Champagne; M/M Andre Delahoussaye

5/12/20: Maude & Louis Champagne; Ethel G. Oubre & Mark 5/15/20: Mitchell Daspit (DA) 5/16: Elizabeth A., Tobu, & Todd Bertrand; M/M Jack Trail, Sr.; Michael Anthony Mire & Clifton Mire, Sr.; Beranger D. Theriot; Clara Trahan Dwyer & JD Dwyer; Shirley Hulin Delcambre; Ethel G. Oubre 5/17/20: Ethel Maraist Babin; M/M Alfred Landry; Harvey Pelafigue; M/M Desire Delahoussaye; & Betty; Craig, Doug, Roland & Judy Baudoin (Craig DA 5/7, Roland BD 5/19); M/M Albert Landry; Genevieve “Jenny” Theriot & Ben; Special Intention; Cliff Durand; Marin & Joanna C. Durand; Pim & Pecko Eastin; Hazel Robertson; Russell & Jeanelle Landry; Garrett Matthew Tabor, Lilly Belle & DeBlanc; Harold G. Bienvenu, Jr.; Donna & Gerald Hulin, Stanley & Della Melancon; Marie & John Sonnier, Sr. & Aunt Loretta; Wade & Kathryn “Kat” Watkins; Leonce “Cas” Jr. & Cory “Cas” Boudreaux; Myrtle Girouard & Roy Breaux; Priscilla Hulin; Barry Blanchard; Cathy F. Usey (DA); AJ “Bon” & Leona Champagne; Bryan James Poirier; AJ “Jay” Melancon & Keith; Ava Nicole Douet; Hubert & Lorena Hulin (WA); Doreen Latiolais & Betty; Rena Sonnier & Diana; Martha Latiolais & Sophia; Mrs. Joseph Usie; Carlene Talley; Sadie Blum; Janet Desormeaux; Kay Romero