St. Leo Catholic Church

Sacrament of Baptism—The sacrament of baptism for infants is administered on the 3rd weekend of the month. Parents should contact the parish office to set up an appointment for a baptism preparation class at least 1 month prior to the baptism. Parents must be registered parishioners or have a letter from their home parish with permission for the baptism to take place at a different church. Godparents must be practicing Catholics at least 16 years of age who have received the sacrament of confirmation and have a letter of good standing from the pastor of their home parish if they are not registered parishioners of St. Leo. A baptized Christian who is not Catholic may serve as a Christian witness to the baptism but not as a godparent. Sacrament of Marriage—A couple wishing to marry must contact the priest at least six months before setting the wedding date. The couple will be required to attend a marriage preparation course which will include at least one formal program such as an Engaged Encounter weekend or the Sponsor Couple Program. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick—The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is celebrated upon request. Please notify the pastor or call the parish office if you know of anyone who might need this sacrament. Please inform the pastor or someone in the parish office if you or any of your family is in the hospital. Sacrament of Reconciliation—The sacrament of Reconciliation is available each Sunday from 10:15-10:45AM, Thursday 11:00-11:45AM or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. Additional times are listed in the bulletin during Lent and Advent. Sacrament of Eucharist to the Homebound—Please notify the Parish Office if you or a family member is homebound and would like to receive the Eucharist. Parish Hall or Classroom Use—Use of the Parish Hall or classrooms for all meetings must be cleared through the Parish Office. All non-parish events such as showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding or anniversary receptions must be reserved 3 weeks before the event. The Diocese requires the purchase of an insurance policy covering the non-parish events.

MARCH 31, 2019 4TH SUNDAY OF LENT

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Phone 270.753.3876 Fax 270.759.2074 Hours Mon, Wed & Thur from 8:00AM-4:00PM

Tues from 1:30PM-4:00PM Fri from 8:00AM-12:30PM Closed Daily for Lunch from 12:30-1:30PM

PARISH STAFF Fr. Brandon Williams Pastor brandon.williams@pastoral.org Fr. Eugene Batungbacal, C.S.s.R Director of Campus Ministry, Newman Center Sr. Esperanza Rivera-Gomez, Hispanic Ministry sresperanza@stleoky.org Cell 270.925.3942 Megan Bell Pastoral Associate Sherry Orr Parish Office Manager Joe Orr Facilities Manager Josh Stewart PSR Coordinator Deacon Victor Fromm & Deacon Joe Ohnemus Permanent Deacons

MASS SCHEDULE (CHECK BULLETIN/WEBSITE FOR CHANGES)

Weekend Saturday—4:00PM & Spanish Mass 5:30PM Sunday—8:00AM & 11:00AM

Weekday Mon, Tues & Thurs-12:05PM; Wed-6:00PM; Fri-8:00AM RECONCILIATION Sunday at 10:15AM & Thursday at 11:00AM or by calling to schedule an appointment.

Whoever is in Christ is a new creation

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PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL Kevin D’Angelo Sr. Bella Ezumah Joyce Hughes Michelle Orr Debbie D’Angelo Fr. Brandon Williams

COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES Sean Caldwell—Administration & Finance John Krieb—Building Committee Linda Ohnemus—Community Life Megan Bell—Faith Formation Fr. Brandon Williams—Liturgy Mike Basile—Social Justice

PRAYER REQUEST Patti Conklin Naomi Cunningham Hannah Gravitt Ron Ratliff James Strong Carolyn Haas Carrie Field John Resig Harold Jones Marie Dolchan Tom Rendek Mike Lockett Tammie Riggins Craig Carraway Kara Pecoraro John Mikulcik Kevin Munsey Mary Theresa Leach Eddie Shouse Jackie Dombro Jim Stroud Nancy Lewandowski Bonnie Plummer Mary Jane Murphy

For all Men and Women serving in the Armed Forces.

COMPENDIUM OF CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH THE MORAL CONSCIENCE

SIN 400. What are structures of sin? Structures of sin are social situations or institutions that are contrary to the divine law. They are the expression and effect of personal sins.

SAINTS SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: 4th Sunday of Lent; 2nd Scrutiny Monday: April Fool s Day Tuesday: St. Francis of Paola Thursday: St. Isidore of Seville Friday: St. Vincent Ferrer; 1st Friday; Abstinence Saturday: 1st Saturday

NEWS EVENTS FISH FRY 2019—UPDATED INFORMATION

St. Leo annual Lenten Fish Fry will from 4:30-6:30 pm. The Fish Fry is a combined effort of the Knights of Columbus, who cook the food, and the parishioners of St.

Leo who serve, make desserts, clean up, etc. There will be a sign-up sheet in the gathering space for you to schedule a time to help during the six Fridays of Lent. We need parishioners to bring desserts. If your last name begins with the letters R-T on April 5th, letters U-Z on April 12th. If you love to bake and want to bring a dessert every week, we can use them! The profits from the Fish Fry this year will go to the general fund to make up for the below budget regular collection. We need everyone to come support our Fish Fry - bring your family and friends! UPDATED COST: $10.00

Adults, $6.00 Children under 12 you can get an extra piece of fish for $2.00. Your meal Includes fried or baked fish, hush puppies, fries or baked potato, white beans, cole slaw, dessert, and drink.

SERVING OPPORTUNITY! Are you looking for a place to server here at St. Leo?! This might be your opportunity! There will be mandatory training for new and returning Lectors, EMHC and Hospitality from 9:15am-10:15am on April 7th. Only one training needs to be attended. Prayerfully consider giving your time to one of these ministries. Please contact Megan at Megan@stleoky.org to let her know what day will work best for you!

NEWMAN HOUSE EASTER EGG HUNT Newman House will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on April 21st after the 8:00am & 11:00am Masses. If the weather is good, it will be at the Newman House lawn but if the weather is bad (rain or snow), it will be inside the Parish Hall. If anyone wishes to donate plastic eggs, Easter baskets or candies, please drop them off at the Newman House. For more information you may contact Fr. Eugene at 270.767.6616.

FIRST SATURDAY FAMILY ROSARY Saturday, April 6th at 11:00am in the Daily Mass Chapel followed by fellowship in the Parish Hall. For those interested, there will be a discussion on a Total Consecration to Mary at 1:00pm after fellowship.

COME AS YOU ARE: INTERGENERATIONAL CATECHESIS Invites ALL to join us in exploring the signs, symbols and gestures of Palm Sunday, Holy Week & The Triduum. We will reflect, experience, and discuss ways that we can enter into the journey leading to Easter, the pivotal and central liturgy of the church year, one that inspires and requires transformation. Special activities will be provided to take home to use during Holy Week. Please bring your favorite spring dish to share on Sunday, April 7 after 11:00am Mass at the Parish Hall. For more information, contact Deanna Swaggart at deannaswaggart@gmail.com

Sunday, April 7th @ 9:00am

3 4 0 1 N . 1 2 T H S T . • M U R R A Y , K E N T U C K Y

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading—The Israelites ate of the yield of the land of Canaan (Joshua 5:9a, 10-12) or 1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a. Psalm—Taste and see the goodness of the Lord (Psalm 34) or Psalm 23. Second Reading—Whoever is in Christ is a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17-21) or Ephesians 5:8-14. Gospel—This man welcomes sinners and eats with them (Luke 15:1-3, 11-32) or John 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38]. The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass (c) 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 65:17-21; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-13b; Jn 4:43-54 Tuesday: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 5:1-16 Wednesday: Is 49:8-15; Ps 145:8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18; Jn 5:17-30 Thursday: Ex 32:7-14; Ps 106:19-23; Jn 5:31-47 Friday: Wis 2:1a, 12-22; Ps 34:17-21, 23; Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 Saturday: Jer 11:18-20; Ps 7:2-3, 9bc-12; Jn 7:40-53 Sunday: Is 43:16-21; Ps 126:1-6; Phil 3:8-14; Jn 8:1-11

LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura—El pueblo de Dios come de los frutos de la tierra prometida (Josué 5:9a, 10-12) ó 1 Samuel 16: 1b, 6-7, 10-13a. Salmo—Haz la prueba y verás qué bueno es el Señor (Salmo 34 [33]) o Salmo 23(22). Segunda lectura—Ahora somos embajadores de Cristo (Corintios 5:17-21) o Efesios 5:8-14. Evangelio—Este recibe a los pecadores y come con ellos (Lucas 15:1-3, 11-32) o Juan 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38]. Hispanoamericano Dominical (c) 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados.

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Is 65:17-21; Sal 30 (29):2, 4-6, 11-13b; Jn 4:43-54 Martes: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Sal 46 (45):2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 5:1-16 Miércoles: Is 49:8-15; Sal 145 (144):8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18; Jn 5:17-30 Jueves: Ex 32:7-14; Sal 106 (105):19-23; Jn 5:31-47 Viernes: Sab 2:1a, 12-22; Sal 34 (33):17-21, 23; Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 Sábado: Jer 11:18-20; Sal 7:2-3, 9bc-12; Jn 7:40-53 Domingo: Is 43:16-21; Sal 126 (125):1-6; Fil 3:8-14; Jn 8:1-11

GOD FORGIVES The Lord said to Joshua, “ Today I have removed the reproach of Egypt from you.” After forty years of wandering in the desert, this hard-headed people have finally reached the Promised Land. No more do they eat the manna in the desert, but they partake of the fruits of their new homeland. God has kept the promise to their parents in Egypt. Even though they were a sinful people, many times questioning God and even worshiping false gods, God has forgiven them and fulfilled the promise. The “ take-away” for us is that there is no sin that is unforgivable. We may have offended our neighbors, given a bad example to someone, even worshiped the false gods of money and power. But God is a merciful God, true to the words spoken to us. God forgives all and calls us back to love. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

GOD’S CAPACITY FOR FORGIVENESS

Where is the foolish person who would think it in his or her power to commit more than God could forgive?—St. Francis de Sales

HAPPINESS Happiness will never be ours if we do not recognize to some degree that God's blessings

were given us for the well-being of all.—Anonymous

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

OUR MISSION St. Leo Parish, a culturally diverse Catholic community, empowered by the Holy Spirit, is committed to worshiping God and providing for the spiritual development of the parish and the larger community through liturgy, service, and evangelization.

OUR VISION St. Leo Parish, fully alive in the Body of Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit, will Minister to all phases of life of our parish and community: Celebrate through our Sacraments Be recognized as a foundational part of the community Be stewards of our gifts from God Actively welcome all

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

Today, Laetare Sunday, breaks the somberness of Lent for a little rejoicing, and the readings all summon us to an awareness of reconciliation. One of the best-loved stories of our tradition is today's Gospel story of the runaway son and the prodigal father. Prodigal, of course, is an adjective meaning spendthrift or extravagant to a degree bordering on recklessness, and although the boy maxes out the credit cards, it is really the father who is prodigal with forgiveness. Part of the excitement of this Laetare Sunday is rooted in the ancient catechumenate. Long ago, midway through Lent, the elect were focusing more and more on the gift of reconciliation accomplished for them by Christ and about to be realized in the Easter sacraments they were preparing to celebrate. In some places, the elect were even bedecked with roses on this day. A person bedecked with roses sticks out in a crowd; a person formed by the Eucharist and committed to living a life of reconciliation does, too. That's you! —James Field, Copyright (c) J.

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St. Leo — Weekly Information

Saturday April 6th at 4:00pm Server: Nick Bell Lector: Andrea White EMHC: NO EMHC NEEDED Hospitality: Knights of Columbus

Sunday April 7th at 8:00am Server: Bryce Kough Lector: Heather Johnston EMHC: NO EMHC NEEDED Hospitality: Knights of Columbus

Sunday March 31st at 11:00am Server: Ana Schwenck Lector: Chellam Antony EMHC: Reid & Barb Parish Hospitality: Knights of Columbus

If you are unable to be at for your scheduled time please get a sub & contact Jen Caldwell at 270.753.8804 or jencaldwell1112@gmail.com. Thank you for sharing your time & talent with our Parish.

If you are interested in being a Lector or EMHC please contact Megan at megan@stleoky.org or at the Parish Office at 270.753.3876.

NOTE: DUE TO WIDESPREAD ILLNESS EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, THERE WILL BE

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MURRAY/CALLOWAY COUNTY SPRING BREAK APRIL 1ST—5TH Monday April 1st 12:35pm Rosary 6:30pm RCIA—A Love That Lasts—Part 2

Tuesday April 2nd 5:30pm Rito de iniciación cristiana de adultos* 6:00pm Zumba 6:30pm Bingo at Knights of Columbus

Wednesday April 3rd

10:00am Quilter’s Group 5:00pm Vesper with Holy Hour 7:00pm Grupo de jóvenes hispanos*

Thursday April 4th

10:00am No Greater Love 11:00am Confessions 12:35pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy 6:00pm Preparación Matrimonial * 6:45pm Knights of Columbus—Rosary/Meeting

Friday April 5th 8:30am Chaplet of St. Michael 4:30pm Fish Fry—Dessert: R—T 5:30pm Stations of the Cross

Saturday April 6th 11:00am 1st Saturday Rosary 11:30am 1st Saturday Fellowship 6:00pm Via Cruzis*

Sunday April 7th 8:30am Asesoramiento* 9:00am Coffee & Donuts 9:15am PSR—CANCELLED 9:15am Mandatory Ministry Training for Lectors, EMHC & Hospitality 9:30am No Greater Love—A Lenten Reflection Series 10:00am Matrimonio Preparación* 10:15am Confessions 11:30am Consejería Matrimonial* 12:00pm Come As You Are 1:00pm Visitas Domicilianso*s, 10:15am * HISPANIC MINISTRY

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Weekly Budgets Amount $ 7,178.07 Average YTD Budgeted $ 279,944.78 YTD Collection $ 271,446.25 Total BELOW Budget $ ( -8,498.53)

Sunday—March 24, 2019 Regular Collections $ 5,835.66 At The Door Collection $ 395.00 Candle Collection $ 43.00 Capital Improvements $ 25.00 Children’s Collection $ 37.80 Easter Flowers $ 40.00 Catholic Relief Services $ 280.00

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Monday April 1st

12:05pm Dick Weaver

Tuesday April 2nd

12:05pm   Henry & Mae Pasch  

Wednesday April 3rd

6:00pm Janet L. Schornak

Thursday April 4th 12:05pm Michael Carden

Friday April 5th

8:00am Urbano Labado

Saturday April 6th

4:00pm Adrian Bauer 5:30pm Parish Families & Intentions in the Book

Sunday April 7th

8:00am Sue Emery 11:00am Leni Campbell

Mass intentions are a great way to remember deceased loved ones, anniversaries & birthdays. Place your list of names in the regular intention envelope, which are located in the Gathering Space or the north side entrance with your donation.

LOOKING FOR RELIGIOUS ARTISTS The Ice House Gallery is looking for Religious Artists to enter our very first Religious Art Show. Entries will be judged on the emotion the artwork evokes. Categories are: Peaceful, Joyful, Somber, and Telling a Story. Awards are: $250 Best in Show, $125 1st Place and $50 2nd Place in each of four categories. Member entry fees: $25 for one artwork and $10 for each additional piece. Non-member entry fees: $30 for one artwork and $15 for each additional piece. Submit entries to the Ice House Gallery Tuesday, April 30th (open 10:00am-5:00pm daily) to Saturday, May 4th (open 10:00am-1:00pm). The awards will be presented at the opening reception Friday, May 10th, 5:00pm-7:00pm. The Religious Art Show will run until Friday, June 7, 2019. The Ice House Gallery is located at 120 N 8th St., Mayfield, KY. For more information call the director, Nanc Gunn at 270.247.6971.

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VOCARE VOCATIONS CELEBRATION Dinner with Bishop William Medley

For St. Leo’s Parishioners Here at St. Leo’s Parish Hall More information to follow!

UPCOMING COLLECTIONS Palm Sunday Collec on—Sunday, April 14th 

Holy Thursday Collec on—Thursday, April 18th 

Diocese Holy Land Collec on—Friday, April 19th 

St. Leo Easter Collec on—Sunday, April 21st 

Diocese Easter Sunday Collec on—Sunday, April 21st 

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