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ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE
CATHOLIC CHURCH
4100 South Coulter Street Amarillo, TX 79109
Pentecost Sunday June 4, 2017
Church Phone: (806) 358-2461
Rectory Phone: (806) 353-1016
Fax: (806) 358-2529
Website: www.stthomasamarillo.org
Office Hours: (M-F) 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Diocese of Amarillo
Mass Times Saturday: 5:00 PM (Sunday Vigil Mass)
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:15 AM
Weekdays: 7:00 AM (Tuesday-Friday)
Holy Days: (to be announced) Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday: 5:30-6:30 PM
Saturday: 3:30-4:30 PM
(Other times by appointment)
Sacrament of Baptism
Contact the Parish Office to schedule a date and
time. Parents and sponsors must attend a Baptism
class. One sponsor must be Catholic and at least
16 years of age.
Sacraments of 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion
These sacraments combine into one sacramental
preparation program which takes two consecutive
years of religious education classes to complete.
Students must be at least in first grade to begin this
preparation.
Sacrament of Confirmation
This sacrament takes two consecutive years of faith
formation to complete. Students must be in at least
sixth grade before beginning this preparation.
Sacrament of Matrimony
Contact the Pastor at least six months before the
date of the wedding.
Sacrament of the Sick
Please notify the parish secretary of any sick or
elderly shut-ins and all those in the hospital.
The Rite of Christian Initiation
The program for adults (RCIA) is open to
non-Catholics who wish to learn more about the
Catholic faith and to Catholics who have not
celebrated the Sacraments. This process is offered
on an ongoing basis.
REFLECTION "Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them,
'Peace be with you.'" Then, he said it again. And then, "he
breathed on them and said to them, 'Receive the Holy Spirit.'"
Jesus brings peace, and he brings the Holy Spirit. Peace, in
fact, is one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today, on this feast of
Pentecost, we remember the dramatic outpouring of the Holy
Spirit that came upon those first apostles and the peace that
came along with it. But we do more than remember. We also
celebrate the presence of this same Spirit in our midst.
Through the sacrament of baptism, every Christian receives
the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit in his or her soul. Thus,
the gift of peace is already ours! The question is whether or
not we have really begun to appreciate and utilize this most
precious gift. Like the apostles who had locked themselves up
"for fear of the Jews," we too are capable of imprisoning
ourselves in our own anxieties. We fret and worry about the
future, about our sufferings or our disappointments, and too
often let these concerns stifle the true peace that Jesus offers
us.
But the Church today urges us to rejoice and to step out in
faith like the apostles who left their fears behind them. Peace
not only alleviates our fears, it also frees us to live our faith to
the fullest, to have the courage to take risks, and to leave our
comfort zone for the sake of the Gospel. This is what we are
called and, not only that, empowered to do. Anything less is a
kind of spiritual poverty we bring upon ourselves. God has
given us the gift of himself, present and available in every
moment, every place, and every situation. May we recognize
this most wonderful gift and give thanks with grateful hearts.
Parish News
Our Stewardship
PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
OUR SICK AND HOMEBOUND:
Kate Schmidt, Ben Canales, Marilyn Brzostowski, Cleta
Bustos, Steve Chontos, Elizabeth Stone, Terry Moenter,
Carmen Oviedo, Lynn Gerken, Glenda Fassauer, Braxton
Sandoval, Cheryle Wayne, Jerry Stone, Jerry Terry, Esther
York, Shanna O’Gorman, Mike O’Neill, Angie Van Bakel,
Mark Ortega, Bill Hughes, Jeannette Kaminski, Mary
Maalouf, Emile Jones, Frank Galitski, John (Jack) Hoben,
Nadine Hadley, Brian Dolan, Robert Mitchell, Madeline
Arrott, Lupita Randon, Carolyn Shoberg, Allen Lamb, Betty
Cutting, Judy Allen, Roy Steele, Maria Arias, Jordan
Barrientez, Melinda Gloe, William Ruzicka, Gilbert Ybarra,
Jo Rogowski, Paul & Catherine Kiefer, Ellis Glueck,
Doug Tyler, Nancy Kulman Family, Greg Shoemaker
OUR SERVICE MEN & WOMEN:
Cruz Rey Esparza, Sheldon Fowler, Shelby Lopez, A. J.
Serafin, Lee Wingfield, Sean Callahan, Bryan Revell, John
Nussbaum, Rachel Nussbaum, Matt Nussbaum, Christopher
Schrock, David Oviedo Cantu, Jacob Bitonel, Jason Freeby,
Brandon Owens, Jacob Tumbelson, T. J. Pevehouse, Swasey
Brown, Cody Keesee, Justin Spencer
Prayer Intentions ST. THOMAS MEN'S CLUB will meet Mon., June 5, at 7:00 p.m., in the Msgr. Tash Hall. All men of the parish are invited. Join us for food, fun, fellowship and service to the parish. All are welcome to pray the rosary beforehand at 6:30 p.m., in the Church.
UNITED CATHOLIC APPEAL: No change in status. Numbers remain at 266 families (18%) having pledged $131,754 (81%) of our goal. If you have not already done so, please complete your pledge card and return to the church or to the Diocese. Thank you in advance for your participation in this worthwhile endeavor. BUILT BY GOD, MADE FOR A PURPOSE: Vacation Bible School will be held Jul. 9 - 13, 2017. Adult and Youth volunteers are needed. Please contact Julie Jones in the Parish Life Office, 806-358-2461, Ext. 123, for details. PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: At this time, an Adorer is needed for Wed., 2:00 a.m./Thurs., 3:00 a.m./Fri., 1:00 a.m./Sat., 11:00 a.m. If you are interested in being a part of this worthwhile ministry, call Simon Wright, 806-570-9776. THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL COLLECTION has been remitted to the Diocese, Catholic Communications, $4,414. Thank you for your continued generosity.
Budget Actual Variance May 28, 2017 $ 26,831.00 $ 18,708.96 ($ 8,122.04) Month-to-Date $ 107,324.00 $ 98,036.50 ($ 9,287.50) “To each is given the manifestation of the spirit for the common good.” ~1 CORINTHIANS 12:7
To receive the gift of the Holy spirit you must open your heart and let Him in! Open your heart and be grateful for all the gifts God has given us. Regardless of your circumstance, god has given us all blessings. What we do with those gifts is our gift back to God. Generously sharing our gifts keeps us more “God-centered” and less “self-centered”. ~Office of Stewardship and Annual Catholic Appeal
ST. THOMAS PRAYER CHAIN: Do you know
someone in need of special prayers? The Prayer
Chain is always taking requests. If you would be
interested in joining this worthwhile ministry or if
you have a prayer chain request, please contact
Debi Banach at 358-2461, Ext. 107.
Dear St. Thomas Parish Family, Words cannot express the gratitude in the depths of my heart for you all and for the time I spent with you. As I mentioned at the farewell
dinner two Tuesdays ago, each of you have left your unique fingerprint on me during this period of formation and growth, fingerprints I will carry with me, God willing, into my life as a priest for the Diocese of Amarillo. To each and all, I can only say, "Thank you." A special word of gratitude also goes out to the members of the Pastoral Council, who host-ed my farewell dinner, to my own Pastoral Advisory Team, to the daily Mass crew, to the marvelous parish staff, and, most especially, to Fr. John, a mentor and a man whose heart and way of humble service have found me continuously saying to myself, "I want to be like that." May Christ's peace, which surpasses all understanding, enfold and remain with you all. /s/ Taylor
TUESDAY MORNING MASS: Due to several requests, beginning June 6, the Tues. 7:00 a.m. Mass will be moved to Tues. evening at 6:00 p.m., on a trial basis. Thank you for your interest in an evening Mass one day per week.
JOB OPPORTUNITY AT ST. THOMAS: St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Amarillo, Texas is seeking a Youth Minister. The Youth Minister will oversee and facilitate youth ministry to approximately 120 youth between 4th and 12th grades and young adults between the ages of 18-30. This full-time, salary compensated position requires night and weekend work. Candidates must be faithful, energetic Catholics in good standing with the Church. All candidates should submit resumes to the Parish Office at St. Thomas the Apostle Church 4100 S. Coulter, Amarillo, TX 79109.
Youth Schedule and Events
Young Adults will be meeting this Tues., June 6, we will be meeting in the Dwelling from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. High School STAY. Summer STAY starts this Wed., June 7. We will be going on a scavenger hunt around Amarillo.
ATTENTION ALL 8TH GRADERS GOING INTO 9TH GRADE: Starting this Wed., June 7, you are welcome to join HS STAY.
Please contact Caleb Hubbard at [email protected] or by phone at 358-2461, Ext. 121, if you have any questions.
Around the Diocese
Holy Cross Corner
Congratulations to Holy Cross Catholic Academy! The following 13 high school students lettered in 3 or more sports for the school year of 2016-2017:
Mary Huseman Ryan Huseman Selena Luna Shane Huseman Shalynn McCoy Emmanuel Marquez Anna Phillips John Wesley Reeves Abby Rickwartz Patricio Villafuerte Jenna Rickwartz Aaron Vincent Karina Ronquillo
Go Mustangs!
DIACONATE VOCATION ANNOUNCEMENT: With great joy, I wish to inform you that Mr. Shane Wieck has petitioned for the Order of the Diaconate in the Diocese of Amarillo in Texas, through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by his Bishop on June 3, 2017. Please keep Shane and all our seminarians in your daily prayers. WOMEN’S AND TEENS ACTS RETREATS are coming up, and it's time to get yourself or someone you love on board! TEACHERS -- the June Women's Retreat is your PERFECT opportunity to attend this amazing retreat! (The other women's retreat is in October.) You can sign up online through June 1 (the day registration ends). Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Women's Retreat, June 8 - 11, 2017 http://actsamarillo.org/online-adult-registration. The Teen Retreat is also coming up! Registration for this one will end June 22, so any teen who is 14 to 18 and has finished at least one semester of high school all the way up to those who have just graduated may attend. We hope to have a full retreat! Get signed up TODAY! Teen Retreat June 29 - July 2, 2017 http://actsamarillo.org/online-teen-registration. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT DIOCESE OF AMARILLO: The Diocese of Amarillo is seeking applicants for an Information Technology Manager: The IT Manager should possess strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills, in addition to in-depth technical knowledge of the Diocese’s systems hard-ware and software. Must be familiar with Windows server 2012R2 and 2016 running on Dell servers. Should be very familiar with Microsoft Exchange Server specifically version 2013. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is strongly preferred but not absolutely required. At least three to five years of compa-rable experience working with the above specific types of hard-ware and software systems are required. Professional certifica-tions such as the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or similar certification would be viewed as a plus. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Larry Gray at [email protected]. Diocese is also seeking a The Diocese of Amarillo is seeking applicants for a Facilities Management/Loss Prevention position. For a complete job description and qualifi-cations, please go to www.amarillodiocese.org/finance. Please send inquiries/resumes to [email protected]. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT ST. MARY’S SCHOOL: Physical Education Teacher: St. Mary’s Cathedral School is currently taking applications for a Part-Time Physical Education Teacher for the 2017-2018 school year. SMCS is seeking a passionate P.E. teacher for our school who strives to teach students how to be physically active for a lifetime. We offer an exciting, supportive work environment and are open to all levels of experience. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree and must hold a valid teaching certificate with an EC-6 Physical Education endorsement. Extended Day Supervisor: St. Mary’s Cathedral School is currently taking applications for a Part-Time Extended Day Supervisor for the 2017-2018 school year. SMCS is seeking a creative, enthusiastic person who en-joys working with children. We offer an exciting, supportive work environment and are open to all levels of experience. Minimum Requirements: Associates Degree in Early Childhood, or Ear-ly Childhood Development Certificate, or Childcare Provider Cer-tificate, and experience working in a childcare setting. Interested persons may pick up an application at the school and email the following documents Letter, Resume, and References to Principal, Linda Aranda at [email protected], or mail to 1200 S. Washington, Amarillo, TX 79102.
SUMMER ROSARY MAKING: If you would like to do some-thing special for Our Blessed Mother Mary this Summer, please consider learning how to make Mission Rosaries with Our Lady's Rosary Makers from St. Thomas. We will begin on Tues., June 6, and meet in the Marian Room from 2:00-3:30 p.m. There will be a $5.00 fee for adults. Children can attend free but must be accompanied by an adult. If you have questions, please email [email protected] or call 681-3185. May Our Lord Bless You! ATTENTION PARISHIONERS: If you have elected to make your contributions to St. Thomas by using the on-line payment option, please contact the Parish Office, 358-2461, and request that your monthly envelopes be stopped. Thank you. ST. THOMAS PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: The Shawl Ministry meets each Wed. evening in the Parlor from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. If you like to knit or crochet, you are welcome to join this very worthwhile ministry.
ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE PARISH STAFF Pastor ……………………………………………...…..Rev. John Valdez
Deacon ……………………………………………….…Blaine Westlake
Deacon …………………………………………………….Phillip Whitson
Retired Deacon ……………………………………………….Jim Brown
Retired Deacon ……………………………………….Terry Pevehouse
Music Dir./Organist/Choir Master…………………….... Jim Gardner
Assistant Music Dir. ……………………………............Nicole Koetting
Youth Director ……………………………………….….Caleb Hubbard
Religious Ed & Adult Faith Formation Director…………Kerry Acker
Parish Secretary ………………………………………….….Rita Walker
Facility Administrator ……………………………………...Bryan Webb
Parish Bookkeeper …………………………………..Virginia Christian
Religious Ed Secretary …………………………………...Debi Banach
Parish Life Coordinator ………………………………….....Julie Jones
Ministry Assistant ……………………………...…Dayamin Winchester
Music Secretary ……………………………………...…...Judith Tucker
Music Assistant ……………………………………Stephanie Gallegos
Facility Assistant ……………………………………….....Glen Starcher
Liturgical Environmentalist ………………………………...Julie Pierce
Sunday, June 4: Acts 2:1-11/1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13/Jn 20:19-23
Monday, June 5:
Tb 1:3, 2:1b-8/Mk 12:1-12
Tuesday, June 6:
Tb 2:9-14/Mk 12:13-17
Wednesday, June 7:
Tb 3:1-11a, 16-17a/Mk 12:18-27
Thursday, June 8
Tb 6:10-11; 7:1bcde, 9-17; 8:4-9a/Mk 12:28-34
Friday, June 9
Tb 11:5-17/Mk 12:35-37
Saturday, June 10:
Tb 12:1, 5-15, 20/Mk 12:38-44
Sunday, June 11:
Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9/2 Cor 13:11-13/Jn 3:16-18
Daily Scripture Readings
Liturgy Schedule and Special Mass Intentions:
Monday 6/5 NO MASS
Tuesday 6/6
6:00 PM
+Olive Zimmermann
Paul & Jenny Harpole
Wednesday 6/7 7:00 AM
+Theresa Rider
St. Thomas Men’s Club
Thursday 6/8 7:00 AM +Ken Gabel
Gabel Family
Friday 6/9 7:00 AM +Barbara Fowlkes
Marian Gabel
Saturday 6/10 5:00 PM +Jack London
Abbie Kelly
Sunday 6/11
7:30 AM MEMBERS OF PARISH FAMILY
9:00 AM +Mary Margaret Koetting
Pat Stich
11:15 AM +Jerry Quinto
Lucille Quinto
Week at a Glance
RE News
*Confirmation & 1
st Communion certificates and group
pictures are now available under the bell tower. Please pick up your child’s soon! *We’re changing up our registration process! Please turn in your blue form and fee any time this summer! Blank forms will be available outside the RE office on the bulletin board.
RCIA News
+Interested in Catholicism and possibly joining the Church next Easter? Start your journey in our Inquiry class, next
offered June 11, from 10:05-11:05 in the library.
*Contact Kerry Acker, DRE, at [email protected] or (806)358-2461 ext. 106,
or Debi, RE secretary, at ext. 107, for more info!
Adult Faith Formation
Religious Education News
MONDAY, JUNE 5 6:30 p.m. - St. Thomas Men’s Club - Msgr. Tash Hall/Church TUESDAY, JUNE 6 7:00 p.m. - Boy Scouts - Gym 7:00 p.m. - Young Adults - The Dwelling WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7 7:00 a.m. - ACTS Small Group - Library 9:00 a.m. - Community Bible Study - Parlor 10:00 a.m.- Marianist Group - Marian Room 5:30 p.m. - Confessions - Bride’s Room 6:00 p.m. - Prayer Shawl Group - Parlor 6:30 p.m. - Adult Handbells - Music Wing THURSDAY, JUNE 8 10:00 a.m. - Rosary Group - Church 1:30 p.m. - Focolare Movement - Marian Room 7:00 p.m. - Baptism Class - Church 7:00 p.m. - Boy Scouts - Scout Room FRIDAY, JUNE 9 NO SCHEDULED EVENTS SATURDAY, JUNE 10 3:30 p.m. - Confessions - Bride’s Room 4:00 p.m. - Cantor’s Rehearsal - Music Wing SUNDAY, JUNE 11 10:05. a.m. - Inquiry Class (RCIA) -Library
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
Today, the languages of the whole world arise to God
in a Pentecost of praise. In some American dioceses, the
Mass is offered every Sunday in more than thirty different
languages, including the silent praise of American Sign
Language. Fifty years ago, the landscape of liturgy was
very different. It was grounded firmly in Latin, which is to
the present day still the official language of the Roman
Rite. Very few people were fluent in Latin, even though in
those days Latin was far more widely studied in school.
Nevertheless, almost every Catholic was competent in
the responses and chants of Latin since it is not difficult to
pronounce. The clergy were normally minimally compe-
tent in Latin, since much of seminary education was con-
ducted in that language.
When the Second Vatican Council was convened,
all of the debate and daily work of the council was to be
in Latin. In the first session in 1962, Boston’s Cardinal Rich-
ard Cushing continually complained about it, and
threatened not to return in 1963 if something wasn’t
done. He convinced the fathers when he rose to speak
in fairly fluent Latin in an unforgettable Boston twang.
The next year, he returned, but with a simultaneous trans-
lation system funded by the people of Boston. The ordi-
nary everyday language of the people, the vernacular,
had arrived at the Vatican via Boston!
~Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
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