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PARISH STAFF P Rev. Fr. Christopher Chike Amadi, S.S.J. P A A Mrs. Martha S. Creecy (985) 536-2613 Ms. Valencia Dunn (985) 536-2613 ****************************************** P P C Mrs. Charlotte Hooker (504) 559-4573 P F C Mr. Edward Phillips (985) 536-2613 D R E Mrs. Myrtle Lucas (985) 536-2028 D Y M (CYO) Mrs. Tracy Watson (504) 296-7852 E M H C Mrs. Vanessa Noble (504) 220-7674 P W Mrs. Precious A. Joseph (985) 536-3115

RCIA CLASSES Any adult interested in joining the Catholic Faith or knowing more about the Catholic Religion should contact the parish Office to sign up for RCIA faith classes. ******************************************Announcements for the bulletin can be brought to the parish office, faxed or sent via email to olgchurch@arch-no.org The deadline to submit announcements to be placed in the bulletin is on Mondays by 12 noon.

MASS SCHEDULE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT

FEBRUARY 18, 2018

VIGIL MASSES

Saturday 4:00 PM Sunday 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM

WEEKDAY MASSES

Monday NO MASS Tuesday 6:00 PM Wednesday 5:00 PM Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 6:00 PM Sick of the Parish Thursday 8:30 AM Special Intentions Friday 8:30 AM Parish Mass Saturday 8:00 AM (1ST SATURDAY ONLY)

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Begins 1 Hour before each Mass and ends 15 minutes before Mass or by appointment anytime.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Parents and god-parents preparation is held on the 3rd Sunday of each month after the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Baptism will take place on the 4th Sunday of each month. Baptismal registration takes place ONLY at the Parish Office prior to baptism preparation class.

MARRIAGES Please notify the Priest at least six to eight months prior to planning the wedding.

PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK Please call the rectory if someone is sick or hospitalized.

FUNERALS Please call the rectory before making arrangements with the Funeral Director.

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Rectory: 985-536-2613

Fax: 985-536-1819 Email: olgchurch@arch-no.org

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Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Our purpose, at Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church, is to provide a place of spiritual worship and growth for our members, our children, and all visitors. We wish to instill a spirit of prayer, integrity and generosity in each other, with a special concern for the poor, sick, elderly, disabled, the unborn and the weak. We especially encourage our parish members and organizat ions in their practice of the spiritual and corporal works of mercy with the poor and infirmed.

FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT FEBRUARY 18, 2018

Agnes Hall, Joshua J. Morgan, Allen Wheeler, Joseph Dupas, Olga Leblanc, Alethea Bardell, Kenisha Anderson, Leroy Houston, Joann Gray, Victoria Dominique, Brianna Nicholas, Paul Vampran, Hilton Francois, Michael Lipps, Ernest Morgan Jr., Catherine Twine Simon, Trellious Wilkes, Craig Watson, Michelle Marcadel, Cornel Jones, Montrelle Dennis, Romond Taylor, Devon Walker, Rosalee Sylvas, Donald Lipps, Donna C. Jackson, Sandra Simoneaux, Elizabeth Hebert, Sr. John Mary Jackson, Tierney Smith, Torriel Charde Smith, Karen Duhe-Wilson, James Jackson, Travis Thomas, Ceola Gerard, Albert French, Gary Sylve, Arthur D. Parquet, Felton Parquet, Lorita Savoie, Shelia P. Melancon, Gloria Ferrygood, Chandra Johnson, Lindsay Marts, Dianne Sylve Lewis, John Sylve, Sr., Sharon Parquet, Jeniffer Sylve Banks, Hilton Farlough, Monique Joseph, Theresa Fleming, Beverly Harris, Lois Gray, Susan Montufar, Carol Lennix, Wilhelmina Armour, Emile Rousseve, Amanda Cole, Johnny Bee Griffin, Thomas Parquet, Jr., Melvin Parquet, Tiana Roussell, Gary Davila

Usually, the first reading has something in common with the gospel. Today’s however, has more in common with the second reading from St. Peter. They both talk about Noah and the ark, where the few good people were saved by going through the water. Peter compares that to the waters of Baptism, in which we are saved by God. He also has an interesting image of Jesus “preaching to the spirits in prison.” It refers to the fallen angels whose disobedience lead the rest of the population to turn away from God. Just as God washed away the evil of the world in the waters of the flood, so the waters of Baptism made us into a new people who have clear consciences, both because God has forgiven our sins and because we promise to follow only Him.

That leads to the Gospel, where Jesus is tempted by Satan. But unlike the people of Noah’s time, Jesus does not fall to the temptations. Instead, he comes out of the desert, proclaiming that the Kingdom of God is near. He tells us to repent and believe in the good news.

That means we have a choice to make: Do we accept this kingdom and repent, or do we ignore our baptism and do what we want? We may say that we are willing to repent, but do we do anything about it? Do we still have a clear conscience when we think of how much time we spend getting to know Jesus? Ever pray or read the bible outside of church? Do we spend near as much on the poor, as we do for movies, hobbies, video games, or drinks? Do we ever tell anyone about the kingdom and what Jesus has done for us? Next time you see a rainbow, think about the covenant that God made with Noah. Just as God’s promises get better and better till the coming of Jesus, we are challenged to be more and more like Him. Are you satisfied with just a promise that God won’t destroy us all in a flood? Or are you ready to live the New Covenant that Jesus promises to those who will follow him?

SCRIPTURE VERSE: Your ways, O L , make known to me; teach me your paths.—Psalm 25:4

WEEKLY SCRIPTURE READING (FEBRUARY 18, 2018 TO FEBRUARY 24, 2018)

Sunday: Gn 9:8-15; Ps 25:4-9; 1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15 Monday:Lv 19:1-2, 11-18; Ps 19:8-10, 15; Mt 25:31-46 Tuesday: Is 55:10-11; Ps 34:4-7, 16-19; Mt 6:7-15 1 Wednesday: Jon 3:1-10; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 18-19; Lk 11:29-32 Thursday: 1 Pt 5:1-4; Ps 23:1-3a, 4-6; Mt 16:13-19 Friday: Ez 18:21-28; Ps 130:1-8; Mt 5:20-26 Saturday: Dt 26:16-19; Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 7-8; Mt 5:43-48

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2018 4:00 PM Mary Ann Parquet, Shirley Ann Johnson, Willi Hall, Cecile Ogretta Wilson-Hall, Joseph Bert Hall, Melvin Charles Hall, Carl Michael Hall, Neja Hall & Children (L), Agnes Hall (L), Special Intentions, Lenda Wilson-Dunn (L), Lucille Adams, Margie Collins, Margie Noble, Clarence Sorapuru, Sr., Ethel Legaux Sorapuru, Clarence Sorapuru, Jr. SUNDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2018 8:00 AM Our Lady of Grace Parishioners 11:00 AM Vera Martin MONDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2018 6:00 PM Eulice Garrett (L) TUESDAY FEBRUARY 20, 2018 6:00 PM Fr. Christopher C. Amadi, SSJ & Family WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2018 5:00 PM HOLY HOUR 6:00 PM Wanda Florie THURSDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2018 8:30 AM Lydia Henry 6:00 PM Special Intentions FRIDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2018 8:30 AM Our Lady of Grace Parishioners 5:30 PM Maxisure Garrett 6:15 PM STATIONS OF THE CROSS

OUR LADY OF GRACE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH RESERVE, LA

SANCTUARY LIGHT IN THE CHURCH The Sanctuary Light will be lit for:

The Linton Family Living & Deceased Requested By: The Adams Family

From: February 1, 2018 to February 28, 2018

SANCTUARY LIGHT IN THE CHAPEL The Sanctuary Light will be lit for:

Living & Deceased Parishioners of OLG Church Requested By: Colbert & Aline Clark

From: February 1, 2018 to February 28, 2018

FEBRUARY 10-11, 2018 SUNDAY COLLECTION $3199.00

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK Our Lady of Grace Church Parish continues to partner with Second Harvest Food Bank to distribute food to those in need. Food will be distributed from the Fr. Joseph C. Rodney Parish Hall on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

POPE FRANCIS PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR FEBRUARY

SAY “NO” TO CORRUPTION: That those who have material, political or spiritual power may resist any lure of corruption.

BIBLE STUDY: Tuesday’s at 6:30 PM in the Fr. Joseph C. Rodney Parish Hall. All are invited and welcome to attend.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH We will be celebrating Black History Month during the month of February. Everyone is encouraged to wear their African attire at all Masses during the month. There will be a reception and Soul Food Meal following 11:00 AM Mass on Sunday, February 25, 2018. All are welcome to come out and celebrate our Black History.

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE Our Lady of Grace Lenten Revival will be held on March 20-21, 2018. More information will be provided at a later date.

LENTEN MASS SCHEDULE Mass will be held DAILY during Lent including Monday’s and Saturday’s. Mass will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday’s and 8:00 AM on Saturday’s. Mass will also be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday’s and 5:30 PM on Friday’s.

PLEASE COME OUT AND JOIN THE COMMUNITY FOR STATIONS OF THE CROSS EVERY FRIDAY AT 6:15 PM BEGINNING FEBRUARY 16, 2018. ALL ARE WELCOME.

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY MEETING The Young Adult Ministry (YAMS) will have a meeting/breakfast with Fr. Amadi, SSJ on Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 9:15 AM. All young adults, old and new members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

SECOND COLLECTION FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES

The second collection at all Masses this weekend, February 17-18, 2018, will be taken up for Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans. This second collection provides crucial funds that enable Catholic Charities to bring hope and support to those in the archdiocese. Donations through this second collection enable Catholic Charities to help over 76,631 individuals and families each year. Donations provide pre-school education for children in need, food deliveries for the elderly, care for the physically and developmentally disabled, and so much more! You are encouraged to join in this mission of service to the poor and vulnerable by supporting Catholic Charities with an open and generous heart (95 cents of every dollar received goes directly to community services). Please be generous.

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