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The Most Holy Trinity
May 30, 2021
Locations: St. Mary’s Church: 138 Fairfield St. SE Old St. Mary’s: 125 Park Ave. SE Ste Claire Chapel: 125 Park Ave. SE Parish Office: 203 Park Ave. SE
Parish of the Catholic
Diocese of Charleston
Most Rev. Robert E. Guglielmone Bishop of Charleston
Parish Clergy
Very Rev. Gregory B. Wilson, VF Pastor
Rev. Francisco Oñate-Vargas Parochial Vicar
Dcn. Al Matousek Dcn. Robert Pierce Dcn. Stephen Platte
Holy Mass Schedule
Weekday
Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. - 5:30pm - Church Tues. 6:30am - Old St. Mary ‘s
Wed. 8:20am - Church Miércoles 7:00pm - Iglesia
Thursday Nursing Home - Suspended Sat. Morning Mass 8:00am - Church
Sunday
Sat. Vigil 5:00pm - Church 8:30am, 11:00am - Church
Misa en Español 12:30pm - Iglesia 5:00pm - Church 138 Fairfield St. SE
Confessions
Confessions are being heard in the church 138 Fairfield St, SE
Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 4:45-5:15pm Sat. 3:30-4:30pm
the Parish Office Mailing Address has been
changed to:
203 Park Ave., SE
Aiken, SC, 29801
Please do not send mail to the P. O. Box
Welcome to St. Mary’s
We welcome all who are visiting. If you attend St. Mary’s regularly and consider this your parish, please register at the parish office, print a registration form from the web site under Parish tab, or you may fill out and submit the form online.
Mr. Patrick Wray Director of Administration Mrs. Mary Frei Administrative Assistant Mrs. Laura Webster Principal of St. Mary’s School 803.649.2071 Ms. Phyllis Waters Business Manager Ms. Frances Gledhill Parish Secretary Sr. Glafira G. Ortega, HCJS Sr. Maria Bertha (Martha) Zuniga, HCJS 803.646.9521/803.646.3666
Mrs. Mary Ellen Jackson, MA Director of Religious Education 803.642.2676 Mrs. Joan LaBone Director of Youth Ministry 803.215.7040 Mr. V. Franklin Deese II Organist and Choir Director 706.550.5047 Mrs. Janet Morris, MIBS St. Joseph Altar Society 803.502.3636
Parish Personnel
Contact by email at [email protected]
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*On-Line Giving
The Parish Finance Committee strongly recommends using on-line giving. It has several benefits to the parish including lower cost of administration fees versus the bank. It simplifies record keeping, collection, and accounting procedures.
ON-LINE GIVING STATUS
TO ENROLL IN ON-LINE GIVING go to the parish website: www.stmarys-aiken.org Click on “Giving” Click on “Sunday Offering” Create a new account and then go to “Manage My Account” Enroll in weekly or monthly offering* If you need assistance, or to discontinue on-line giving, please call 1.800.348.2886 option 4.
ITEM GOAL LAST MONTH’S STATUS
CURRENT STATUS
CURRENT % GOAL CURRENT VS. LAST MONTH
ON-LINE GIVING PARTICIPANTS
750 635 642 86% 7
*Monthly offering is the preferred method recommended by the Parish Finance Committee
Weekly Stewardship Fiscal Year 2020-2021
Bishop’s Bicentennial Campaign as of Mar. 5
Number of Givers 386
Total Pledged $1,727,072.20
OFFERING FOR MAY 23, 2021 $ 42,646.20 WEEKLY BUDGET NEEDS $ 31,800.00 YEAR TO DATE TOTALS $ 1,575,895.39 YEAR TO DATE BUDGET NEEDS $ 1,494,600.00 OVERAGE TO DATE $ 81,295.39
Totals as of Sunday, May 23, 2021
If you make an annual contribution payable to the parish from an IRA or Securities account, please call 803.649.4777 option 4 and let the parish bookkeeper know. Thank you!
PARISH LOAN $519,980.00
Current Loan Balance as of 4/26/2021
$184,332.61
Perpetual Eucharistic
Adoration
in St. Claire Chapel!
Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament awaits your visit!
Having a weekly holy hour can be a life-changing experience. “Come to Me all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Mt. 11:28) Get to really know Jesus by spending time with Him. What are you waiting for?
To try a weekly hour of adoration, please contact Ivy Monahon at [email protected], or 803.292.6432 or go to St. Mary’s website at http://www.stmarysaiken.org/perpetual-eucharisticadoration.
Special Collection: May St. Vincent de Paul $4,537.00
Pastor’s Corner
+JMJ+
Espacio de Nuestro Párroco
+JMJ+
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Hopefully, you were able to read my letter to the parish in the bulletin (also posted on our parish Facebook page) outlining the most recent changes to our virus-related protocols. Here is a quick summary in case you missed it:
1 – Your safety is still and will always be our top priority. At the beginning of the pandemic, we followed CDC guidance, i.e., we “followed the science” to keep everyone safe. We continue to follow CDC recommendations.
2 – Masks are no longer strictly required. The Bishop highly encourages them for anyone not fully vaccinated; but he recognizes that, according to the CDC, fully vaccinated people do not need to wear them or maintain physical distancing (see CDC statement, May 16, 2021). Pews will no longer be blocked off.
3 – Confessions have returned to the confessionals inside the church building. Anyone desiring a confession outside of the confessional, please just let one of the priests know – we will be happy to accommodate you.
4 – Those wishing to receive Holy Communion on the tongue may do so at any time. This is always allowed by the Church.
5 – The Bishop does not wish the return of a “full-on” Sign of Peace just yet. So, outside of your household unit, recall that the Sign of Peace can be accomplished with a smile, perhaps a wave, and the words, “Peace be with you!”
What was not included in my letter but is very important is that, beginning with the evening Mass on June 5, the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi), the general dispensation from attending Mass will come to an end. This means that for most people, the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days comes back into effect. (See the Bishop’s letter in this bulletin describing individual dispensations “for those who are still at risk of grave illness and for their caretakers.”
In other news, very soon our parish rectory will welcome a retired priest, Msgr. William Gomes, who comes to us from the Diocese of Rockville Center, New York. Msgr. Gomes prefers to be called either “Msgr. Willie” or “Father Willie,” whichever you prefer. Msgr. Willie comes to us originally from India, but has served in the USA since 1975. He is a delightful man, and we look forward to his ministry not only in our parish, but in the surrounding parishes of our deanery and diocese.
Let us pray for each other! Father Wilson
Queridos hermanos en Cristo,
Espero que hayan podido leer mi carta a la parroquia en el boletín (también publicado en la página de Facebook de nuestra parroquia) que describe los cambios más recientes en nuestros protocolos relacionados con los virus. Aquí hay un resumen rápido en caso de que se lo haya perdido:
1 - Su seguridad sigue siendo y siempre será nuestra máxima prioridad. Al comienzo de la pandemia, seguimos las pautas del CDC, es decir, "seguimos la ciencia" para mantener a todos seguros. Continuamos siguiendo las recomendaciones del CDC.
2 - Las mascarillas ya no son estrictamente necesarias. El obispo anima encarecidamente a todas las personas que no estén completamente vacunadas a usarlas; pero reconoce que, según el CDC, las personas completamente vacunadas no necesitan usarlas ni mantener distancia física (ver declaración de los CDC, 16 de mayo de 2021). Las bancas ya no estarán bloqueadas.
3 - Las confesiones han regresado a los confesionarios dentro del edificio de la iglesia. Cualquiera que desee una confesión fuera del confesionario, por favor avísele a uno de los sacerdotes; estaremos encantados de atenderle.
4 - Quienes deseen recibir la Sagrada Comunión en la lengua pueden hacerlo en cualquier momento. Esto siempre lo permitió la Iglesia.
5 - El obispo todavía no desea el regreso de un Signo de Paz “completo”. Por lo tanto, fuera del núcleofamiliar, recuerde que el Signo de la Paz se puede dar con una sonrisa, tal vez un saludo, y las palabras: "¡La paz sea contigo!"
Lo que no estaba incluido en mi carta pero es muy importante es que, a partir de la Misa vespertina del 5 de junio, Solemnidad del Cuerpo y Sangre de Cristo (Corpus Christi), la dispensa general de asistir a Misa llegará a su fin. Esto significa que para la mayoría de las personas, la obligación de asistir a misa los domingos y días santos vuelve a estar en vigor. (Consulte la carta del obispo en este boletín que describe las dispensaciones individuales "para aquellos que todavía están en riesgo de enfermedad grave y para sus cuidadores").
En otras noticias, muy pronto nuestra rectoría parroquial dará la bienvenida a un sacerdote jubilado, Mons. William Gomes, quien nos llega desde la Diócesis de Rockville Center, Nueva York. Mons. Gomes prefiere que lo llamen “Mons. Willie ”o“ Padre Willie ”, lo que prefiera. Mons. Willie viene a nosotros originalmente de la India, pero ha servido en los Estados Unidos desde 1975. Es un hombre encantador y esperamos su ministerio no solo en nuestra parroquia, sino en las parroquias circundantes de nuestro decanato y diócesis.
¡Oremos los unos por los otros! Padre Wilson
For the most current information on Masses,
Confessions and activities please go to
www.stmarys-aiken.org or
https://www.facebook.com/stmarysaiken/
This Week’s Scripture Readings
Act of Spiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Monday The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Zeph 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16 (Ps) Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 Lk 1:39-56 Tuesday Tb 2:9-14 Ps 112:1-2,7-9 Mk 12:13-17 Wednesday Tb 3:1-11a, 16-17a Ps 25:2-5b, 6,7bc, 8-9 Mk 12:18-27 Thursday Tb 6:10-11; 7:1bcde, 9-17; 8:4-9a Ps 128:1-5 Mk 12:28-34 Friday Tb 11:5-17 Ps 146:1b-2, 6c-10 Mk 12:35-37 Saturday Tb 12:1, 5-15, 20 (Ps) Tb 13:2, 6efgh, 7-8 Mk 12:38-44 Sunday The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Ex 24:3-8 Ps 116:12-13, 15-18 Heb 9:11-15 Mk 14:12-16, 22-26
Masses
ALL Masses are being celebrated in the new church on Fairfield Street. Beginning with the evening Mass on June 5, the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi), the general dispensation from attending Mass will come to an end. Individual dispensation, for those who are still at risk of grave illness and for their caretakers will remain in place.
A partir de la Misa vespertina del 5 de junio, Solemnidad del Cuerpo y Sangre de Cristo (Corpus Christi), la dispensa general de asistir a Misa llegará a su fin.
TODAS las misas se celebran en la iglesia nueva en Fairfield Street.
CHILD CARE during Mass is NOT available at this time. CONFESSIONS—Please see the front cover of this bulletin for the schedule. CONFESIONES—El horario está en la primera página de este boletín.
READINGS FOR MAY 31 — JUNE 6
Prayers Requested
Deaths/Difuntos: April 26 Maria Kranjc
Sunday, May 30 8:30am Gary Briedenbach (D) 11:00am Kenneth Langner (D) 12:30pm Familia Negrete- Viera (L) 5:00pm For All the People of the Parish Monday, May 31 Memorial Day 9:00am Cara Beal (D) Tuesday, June 1 6:30am Sarah Kuzmeskus (D) 5:30pm Chris Tilton (D)
Wednesday, June 2 8:20am Richard Schreck (D) 7:00pm Susan Morales Peralta (D) Thursday, June 3 5:30pm Gary Stanley (D) Friday, June 4 5:30pm Richard Schreck (D) Saturday, June 5 8:00am Kenneth Langner (D) 5:00pm Alberta Minnick (D) Colombo Venetta (D) Philip John Novotny ((D) Ronald John Krenta (D) Gary Stanley (D)
Holy Mass Intentions
The Holy Rosary
Join us as we pray the Rosary together Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday before the 5:30pm Mass, and Wednesday after the 8:20am Mass.
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
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Masses on Facebook live
The following Masses are livestreamed: Saturday 5:00pm and Sunday 11:00am
You can access our Facebook (FB) page without a FB account. Click on the small “f” icon on the upper right hand of our website (stmarys-aiken.org). Misas en vivo en Facebook Continuaremos transmitiendo en vivo las siguientes misas: sábado, 5:00pm y domingo, 11:00am - Puede acceder a nuestra página de Facebook (FB) sin una cuenta de FB. Haga clic en el icono pequeño "f" en la parte superior derecha de nuestro sitio web (stmarys-aiken.org).
Sagrado Sacramentos
BAUTISMOS
Para bautizar a un niño en Santa María, al menos uno de los padres debe ser católico practicante, asistir regularmente a la Santa Misa, participar en la vida de la parroquia y registrarse en Santa María al menos tres meses antes de solicitar la fecha del bautismo. Para pedir el Sacramento del Bautismo o para recibir información acerca de las pláticas pre-bautismales, comunicarse con Luz Londoño, al 803.480.6865. Las próximas clases de preparación para el bautismo se llevarán a cabo el 11 de julio y 18 de julio 2021 a partir de las 8:00am, arriba en Smith Hall.
Primera COMUNIÓN Y CONFIRMACIÓN
Norma Sacramental: Los padres de familia y niños deben estar inscritos en la Parroquia y asistir fielmente a la Santa Misa todos los domingos y fiestas de precepto. Los niños, que no asisten a nuestro Colegio Católico Parroquial, deben asistir, por lo menos, dos años, completos a clases de Formación Cristiana (Catequesis Dominical) y cumplir con los reglamentos de asistencia para recibir el sacramento. Para más información, comunicarse con Mary Ellen Jackson al 803.642.2676 o [email protected] o con las Hermanas Glafira o Martha al 803.646.9521 o 803.645.3666.
SAGRADO MATRIMONIO
Como política de la Diócesis, se pide a todas las parejas que desean tener el sacramento del matrimonio, preparase por lo menos seis (6) meses antes de decidir una fecha para su boda. Para más información comunicarse con Guadalupe Cortes, al 803.845.9390.
Sacramental Information
HOLY BAPTISM
To baptize a child at St. Mary’s, at least one parent must be a practicing Catholic, regularly attend Holy Mass, participate in the life of the parish and register at St. Mary’s at least three months prior to requesting the date for Baptism. Parents must attend a Baptismal Preparation Class prior to the Baptism. The Godparents are encouraged to attend a Baptismal Preparation Class as well. The next class is scheduled for August 15, 2021. Registration is required. Contact Chris or Angela Ascherman at 256.541.1967
HOLY COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION
Policy: Parents and children must be registered and faithfully attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation. Children not enrolled in our Catholic school must attend a minimum of two years of Christian Formation classes and satisfy the attendance policy. For more information: Holy Communion: Mary Ellen Jackson: 803.642.2676 or [email protected] Confirmation: Joan LaBone: 803.649.3049 or [email protected]
HOLY MATRIMONY
Those contemplating marriage should contact the parish office. The Diocese of Charleston requires a minimum of six months preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage. Please understand, not all dates at the church may be available due to parish events or other conflicts. Contact: Mary Frei at 803.649.4777 ext. 114
PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY
Are you seriously ill, facing surgery, or of advanced age? Receive grace and strength from the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Contact Mary Frei at 803.649.4777 ext. 114 or email: [email protected]
More information about the Sacraments can be found on our parish website www.stmarys-aiken.org
Ministerio de Atención Pastoral
¿Está gravemente enfermo, se enfrenta a una cirugía o es de edad avanzada? Reciba la gracia y la fuerza del Sacramento de la Unción de los Enfermos. Envíe un correo electrónico a Mary Frei: [email protected] o llame al 803.649.4777 ext. 114.
Puede encontrar más información sobre los sacramentos en nuestro sitio web parroquial www.stmarys-aiken.org
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The Parish Office Will be Closed for
Memorial Day, Monday, May 31
Lunes el 31 de mayo, Día de los Caídos,
la oficina parroquial estará cerrada
Prayer for Memorial Day
God of power and mercy, you destroy war and put down earthly pride. Banish violence from our midst and wipe away our tears, that we may all deserve to be called your sons and daughters. Keep in your mercy those men and women who have died in the cause of freedom and bring them safely into your kingdom of justice and peace. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
~ From Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers
School of Christian Formation (CCD)
Grades 4K—5
Mrs. Mary Ellen Jackson [email protected]; Phone: 803.642.2676
Dear Parents of K – 5th graders 1. May challenge – get to know and imitate Mary. This Sunday we celebrate the Most Holy Trinity. Pope Benedict said “The Virgin Mary, in her docile humility, became the handmaid of divine love: she accepted the Father's will and conceived the Son by the power of the Holy Spirit. In her the Almighty built a temple worthy of him and made her the model and image of the Church, mystery and house of communion for all human beings. May Mary, mirror of the Blessed Trinity, help us to grow in faith in the Trinitarian mystery.” This week talk about Mary’s relationship with each of the persons in the Trinity. Talk about how each Christian – each person in your family – is a Temple of the Holy Spirit, and what that means in the life of each member of the family. 2. Continue working on your CCD/Catechism books 3. Looking Ahead: Totus Tuus week is July 26-30. More information will be in the bulletin closer to this exciting catechetical program for youth in grades 1 – 6. Older volunteers (7th grade – adults) are needed as well. * *Interested in hosting two missionaries for the week? Contact Mary Ellen at [email protected]
Escuela de Formación Cristiana (CCD)
Grados Kinder a 5º
Sra. Mary Ellen Jackson [email protected] Telefóno: 803.642.2676
Estimados padres de estudiantes de K - 5º: 1. Reto de mayo: conocer e imitar a María. Este domingo celebramos la Santísima Trinidad. El Papa Benedicto dijo: “La Virgen María, en su dócil humildad, se convirtió en la esclava del Amor divino: aceptó la voluntad del Padre y concibió al Hijo por el poder del Espíritu Santo. En ella el Todopoderoso construyó un templo digno de él y la convirtió en modelo e imagen de la Iglesia, misterio y casa de comunión para todos los seres humanos. Que María, espejo de la Santísima Trinidad, nos ayude a crecer en la fe en el misterio trinitario ”. Esta semana hablen sobre la relación de María con cada una de las personas de la Trinidad. Hable sobre cómo cada cristiano, cada persona de su familia, es un templo del Espíritu Santo y lo que eso significa en la vida de cada miembro de la familia. 2. ¡Continúen trabajando en sus libros de CCD/Catecismo! 3. ¡Marquen sus calendarios! La semana Totus Tuus es del 26 al 30 de julio. Pronto habrá más información en el boletín sobre este emocionante programa de catequesis para jóvenes de 1º a 6º grado. También se necesitan voluntarios mayores (7º grado - adultos). *¿Interesado en recibir a dos misioneros durante la semana? Contactar Mary Ellen en [email protected]
Sunday Morning Youth Ministry
Grades 6-12
Contact: Mrs. Joan Marie LaBone
All sessions will be held in the St. John Bosco Youth Center, 303 Richland Avenue E
Sunday morning ministry is on break for the summer
Youth Ministry Middle School (GR. 5-8) or Life Night (GR. 9-12)
Contact: Mrs. Joan Marie LaBone [email protected] or 803.215.7040, cell
May 30—Service Night, grades 6-12 can help. Please let Mrs. LaBone know if you are coming.
June 6—Baccalaureate Mass—No regular Youth Ministry June 13—High School Movie Night
Save the date: June 6 12:30pm Spanish, 5:00pm English
Baccalaureate Masses for High School Graduates
Ministerio juvenil
del domingo por la mañana
Grados 6º - 12º
Contacto: Sra. Joan Marie LaBone
Todas las sesiones se llevarán a cabo en el Centro Juvenil San Juan Bosco, 303 Richland Ave. E.
Se suspende el ministerio de jóvenes de domingo por la mañana durante el verano.
Ministerio Juvenil Escuela intermedia (GR. 5º - 8º) o Life Teen (GR. 9º - 12º)
Contacto: Sra. Joan Marie LaBone [email protected] o celular 803.215.7040
30 de mayo Noche de Servicio, los grados 6-12 pueden ayudar. Por favor, avísele a la Sra. LaBone si va a asistir. 6 de junio Misa de Bachillerato — No hay ministerio juvenil regular 13 de junio Noche de peliculas para los adolescents de secundaria
Reserve la fecha: 6 de junio 12:30pm español, 5:00 pm inglés
Misas de Bachillerato para Graduados de Bachillerato
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
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St. Vincent de Paul Society For food or financial assistance,
call 803.642.3211 Mon. - Thurs. - 9:00am - 1:00pm
Closed on Friday
Sunday Morning Café (Catholic Faith
Exploration)
Cafe is on summer break and will resume in September. However, since we should never stop exploring our faith, we encourage you to continue learning to be better disciples on your own or with each other! For example: go to formed.org for movies, scripture studies, documentaries, and audio talks and books; listen to Fr. Mike Schmitz’s The Bible in a Year podcast; or visit our parish library in Smith Hall. Have a fruitful summer! For more information contact Donna Pierce, 803.552.7714 or [email protected].
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Wednesday Adult Bible Study
All are welcome. We will meet via Zoom 10:00 - 11:30am this Wednesday for the final session on Church History.
June 2, The Threshold of Hope If you are unable to attend please contact Martha
at [email protected] or 865.599.8473 for a link to the recorded session.
Thursday Morning Bible Study
Meets Thursdays 11:15am – 12:30pm in Smith Hall. Bring your bible and your mask. We are reading the Book of Sirach (sometimes called Ecclesiasticus), one of the 7 books that are not in the Protestant bible. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Jackson at 803.642.2676. or [email protected]
Friday’s Time with Teresa
We moved back to St. Michael Hall! Join us as we read and discuss The Autobiography of St. Teresa of Jesus (Teresa of Avila). Teresa writes with great honesty about the spiritual life. St. Teresa had a vision of hell: “It was a great favor that the Lord desired me to see with my own eyes the place His mercy has freed me from.” Fridays at 10:00 – 11:30am in St. Michael Hall - wear your mask. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Jackson at 803.642.2676 or [email protected]
Bringing the faith into the home, The
Domestic Church
Tomorrow, Monday May 31 is the Feast of the Visitation. We celebrate the visit of the very young pregnant Mary to the older, pregnant, Elizabeth (who had been infertile). Try to attend 5:30pm Mass. Visit Old St. Mary’s to look at the Visitation window. Search for pictures on the internet, and talk about the differences. Know any pregnant women? Send one a card, or visit and bring a gift. Pray for all pregnant women. Also pray for those who suffer with infertility. Find a creative way to celebrate this feast – and send a picture for the bulletin.
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2021 — the Year of St. Joseph
St. Francis de Sales: “What a dignity to be the guardian of our Lord, and, not only that, but to be even his reputed father, to be the husband of his most holy Mother!” St. Madeline Sophie Barat: “The two greatest personages who ever lived on this earth subjected themselves to [St. Joseph].” Something to think about: We sometimes have a hard time doing what we are asked – especially when we think we have a better idea on how to do things. We also have a hard time being corrected. Jesus “was obedient to” Mary and Joseph (Luke 2:51), even as he grew up!
The Holy Family Wants to
Visit Your Family
St. Mary’s has a traveling statue and the Holy Family would like to stay at your home for a week. Your family can get the statue at Sunday Mass and return it the next week. Contact Mary Ellen Jackson: [email protected] or 803.642.2676.
La Sagrada Familia quiere visitar
a su familia
Santa María tiene una estatua itinerante y la Sagrada Familia desea quedarse en su casa durante una semana. Su familia puede obtener la estatua en la misa dominical y devolverla la siguiente semana. Comuníquese con Mary Ellen Jackson en [email protected] o al 803.642.2676.
Stephen Ministry
Are you going through a difficult time? Stephen Ministry may be able to help. Stephen Ministers are not counselors or therapists; rather, they are caring Christian friends who offer a listening ear to help
others through the tough times in life. Stephen Ministers receive extensive training and are supervised in their ministry. They work in strict confidentiality with care receivers. For more information, contact the Parish Office at 803.649.4777 or Mary Ellen Jackson at 803.642.2676. or [email protected]
We must protect unborn babies from conception in the womb” ~ Pope Francis “Debemos proteger a los bebés no nacidos desde la concepción en el ventre” ~Papa Francisco
Parish & Community Events / Eventos Parroquiales y Comunitarios
Married Couples Date Night!
Save the date! All married couples of the parish are invited to our next evening of fun. Tag-Team Puzzle Night will be on Saturday, June 19. More details to come! For more information contact Donna Pierce, 803.552.7714 or [email protected].
Perks is back!
Join us for coffee and fellowship after Sunday 8:30am Mass
St. Michael Hall
Nursery Worker Position Available
We are looking for Part Time Nursery Workers at 8:30am and 11:00am Masses on Sunday. Must be 18 and willing to be Safe Environment Trained. If you like being around young children and are interested in this position please stop by the Parish Office and fill out an application.
Posición disponible para Ayudantes de
Guarderia
Necesitamos ayudantes de guardería de medio tiempo en las misas de las 8:30 am y las 11 am los domingos. Debe tener 18 años y estar capacitado en Virtus. Si le gusta estar rodeado de niños pequeños y está interesado en este puesto, pase por la Oficina Parroquial y complete una solicitud.
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Save the Date!
Pope Frances has designated the fourth Sunday in July as World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. St. Mary’s will have a Pilgrimage for Grandparents to St. Anne’s Church in Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, August 7th. All grandparents are invited. We’ll leave Aiken at 8:45am and return around 6:00pm. More information will be available soon. For information contact Mary Ellen Jackson at [email protected]
St. Joseph Altar Society
The St. Joseph Altar Society is looking for additional hands, on Tuesday mornings at 9:00am in the church. If you have an hour a week that you could devote to caring for St. Mary’s church, please contact Janet Morris, [email protected] or 803.502.3636, for more information. There is also a smaller team that works on Friday morning, if that suits your schedule better.
St. Mary’s Facilities
Parish facilities are once again available for use for parish ministry and private group functions. Please call the parish office at 803.649.4777 or email us at [email protected] regarding reservations for use of parish facilities.
Current Covid guidelines will be strictly adhered to.
Live Stream Technician
The parish is looking for a live stream technician. For more information please contact Patrick Wray at 803.646.4777 ext. 3.
Items Left in the Narthex/Vestibule of
the Church If you have something that you would like to be made available in the narthex/vestibule of either church, please submit your request to the parish office. Father Wilson must give his approval before anything is placed in the churches for distribution. This includes, but is not limited to, books, fliers, leaflets, rosaries, medals, prayer cards, etc. Items left in the churches, that have not been approved by Father Wilson, will be removed. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance!
Objetos dejados en el nártex / vestíbulo
de la iglesia
Si tiene algo que le gustaría que estuviera disponible en el atrio / vestíbulo de cualquiera de las iglesias, envíe su solicitud a la oficina parroquial. El padre Wilson debe dar su aprobación antes de colocar algo en las iglesias para su distribución. Esto incluye, pero no se limita a, libros, volantes, folletos, rosarios, medallas, tarjetas de oración, etc. Los artículos que se dejen en las iglesias, que no hayan sido aprobados por el Padre Wilson, serán removidos. ¡Gracias por su cooperación y asistencia!
Volunteer Opportunity – Gift Shop
We are seeking the help of several, qualified people to reopen our parish gift shop after it was closed due to the pandemic. We are looking for volunteers, preferably with retail experience, who would be able to take an entire weekend, perhaps even two weekends a month. For more information please contact Mary Frei at 803.649.4777, ext. 2. or [email protected].
Ushers Needed
We are in need of ushers for all Sunday Masses. If you are interested in being an usher or would like more information, contact Maryann Burgess at e-mail [email protected] or 803.439.0468
St. Mary’s Parish School
118 York Street SE, Aiken, SC 29801 Mrs. Laura Webster, Principal
803.649.2071 Fax: 803.643.0092 www.stmaryschoolaiken.com
ENROLLMENT: St. Mary’s School is now accepting enrollment applications for the 2021-2022 school year. Monthly payment plans are available for all families. Catholic Parishioners are eligible for discounted tuition rates. For more information, visit the school website at stmaryschoolaiken.com or call the school at 803.649.2071.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School is seeking full time elementary school teachers, a full time junior high social studies teacher, and full-time paraprofessionals for the 2021-2022 school year. Teaching applicants should be certified or eligible for SC certification. Qualified applicant should submit his/her resume and cover letter to the front office by mail, in person, or electronically at [email protected].
FRIENDS of SMS: Sponsor a Student and Give the Gift of a Catholic Education! Sponsors can donate online or by check from school supplies to full tuition assistance. For more information, visit:
https://www.stmaryschoolaiken.com/support-sms/
INSCRIPCIÓN 2021-2022: La escuela de Santa María ya está aceptando solicitudes de inscripción para el año escolar 2021-2022. Planes de pago mensuales están disponibles para todas las familias. Los feligreses católicos también son elegibles para tarifas de matrícula con descuento. Para obtener más información, visite el sitio web de la escuela en stmaryschoolaiken.com o llame a la oficina de la escuela al 803.649.2071.
OPORTUNIDADES de EMPLEO: La Escuela Católica St. Mary Help of Christians está buscando maestros de primaria, maestro de tiempo completo de estudios sociales para la escuela secundaria, y paraprofesionales de tiempo completo para el año escolar 2021-2022. Los maestros que apliquen deben estar certificados y / o ser elegibles para la certificación SC. El solicitante calificado debe enviar su currículum vitae y carta de presentación a la oficina principal por correo, en persona o electrónicamente a [email protected].
AMIGOS de SMS: ¡Patrocine a un estudiante y dé el regalo de una educación católica! Los patrocinadores pueden donar en línea o con un cheque de los útiles escolares para recibir ayuda con la matrícula completa. Para obtener más información, visite:
https://www.stmaryschoolaiken.com/support-sms/
Office Hours/Horas de oficina de la escuela: 7:30am - 3:30pm Mon-Fri/de lunes a viernes
Last Day of School—June 10 Último día de clases—10 de Junio
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Put Spring into your marriage! The Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience is a chance to look deeply into your relationship with each other and with God. In just one short weekend you can learn a technique for communication that will keep your marriage on the right track towards being healthy. Sign up today to attend one of the upcoming virtual Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends: July 16-18, 2021 in Beaufort, SC and Jan 28-30, 2022 in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Early sign up is recommended. For more information visit our website at: https://SCMarriageMatters.org or contact us at [email protected] or 803.810.9602.
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Virtual Couples Retreat
Please join us for a virtual couple's retreat, "Intimacy with Another through the Other" with Fr. David Nerbun, Vicar of Family Life. It will be from 9:00am-12:00pm on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Please register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrf-utqzgtH9FbcuMki0L06FV1JQz2Av0c
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.
For more information please call 803.547.5063 or email [email protected]
That Man Is You (TMIY)
For Catholics, the Mass is probably the most familiar part of the Faith. But sometimes, familiarity makes us take things for granted or prevents us from going deeper. Join the men of St. Mary’s as we walk through the Mass with Bishop Robert Barron in a new program June 4th and continuing every two at 7:00-8:00am in Mother Teresa Hall.
With Bishop Barron as our guide, we will see how the Mass brings us out of the fallen world and into the heavenly realm. We’ll come to realize that the Mass is the most privileged and intimate encounter with our Lord, Jesus Christ here on earth. Come and see that there is more to the Mass than you ever realized!
A l t a r F l o w e r G i f t s /
Donaciones de flores para el
altar
If you would like to offer a gift of flowers to honor our Lord and someone special to you, please contact Janet Morris, 803.502.3636 or
803.649.4777.
Si desea ofrecer un arreglo de flores para honrar a nuestro Señor y a alguien especial para usted, comuníquese con Janet Morris, 803.502.3636 or 803.649.4777.
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Please join us as we celebrate the 20th
Anniversary
of the Ordination
Of
Father Gregory Wilson
Saturday, June 5, 2021
6:15pm
In Our Lady of Guadalupe Rose Garden
(In case of rain—St. Angela Hall)
Immediately Following 5:00pm Vigil Mass
For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 • www.4lpi.com 16-0095
Scott F. Singer Financial Advisor & Proud Parishioner 803.649.6125 | [email protected] www.scottsinger-janney.com
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Residential & CommercialInterior Design
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and more… 803.649.6234 211 Park Ave. SW, Aiken
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THIS SPACE IS
Private exams for VA disability claims Nexus letters and DBQs
762.994.3529 | marian-medical.com [email protected]
arian Medical, LLCThomas J. Seiter, Jr., M.D.
Local Parishioner
A primary care practice in North Augustaoffering a personalized approach to
address your medical needs.Angela E. Dykes, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
803-282-9481 | ehwellnessgroup.com616 Edgefield Suite 170 - N. Augusta
CLEANINGSERVICES
- Commercial, residential, condos, apartments and more.- Move-in/Move-out
Free Estimate: (803) 634-3121(803) 634-3120
[email protected] | Insured | State Certified
Licensed | Family Operated
HIDLAY MOBILE REPAIRMobile Welding Repairs
Heavy and Farm Equipment Welding RepairsAustin Hidlay - Local Owner - Parishioner
803-480-2885 - [email protected]
Family Owned & Operated
Shellhouse Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home, Inc. Funeral Home, Inc. 924 Hayne Ave. 715 E. Pine Log Rd. Aiken, SC 29801 Aiken, SC 29803
642-3456 641-4401 www.shellhousefuneralhome.com www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com
Aiken’s Only On-site Crematory
Contact Scott Messnerto place an ad today!
[email protected] or (863) 875-1101
2-D-4-2 For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 • www.4lpi.com 16-0095
Closed on Sundays3566 Richland Avenue W. • Aiken
803-226-0495
10% OFF Lunch Ticket
MON. - THURS. 11am- 5pm
with bulletin
Southside Pediatrics of Aiken, LLC
Jonathan C. Collins, M.D., FAAP • Paula A. Luther, M.D., FAAPErin Broxton, DNP, PNP-PC
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday • 8:15am-5:00pmSat 9am-11am • Sick-walk-in, est. only • Sun 2pm-4pm • Sick-walk-in, est. only
206 Centre South Blvd. •Aiken, SC803-642-9204 • www.southsidepediatrics.com
Cathy Brennan Vice President Cell: 803-439-1357 E-mail: [email protected]
1070 Silver Bluff Road • Aiken, SC 29803Parishioner
ComputerizedEngine Analysis
ProfessionalImport and Domestic
Auto Service
643-9266460 Silver Bluff Rd.
Steve YoungOwner • Parishioner
AIKEN, S.C.
AUTO TECH. INC.
For All Your Import Needs
BRADLEY PLUMBING& HEATING, INC.150 RUTHLAND DRIVE NW
AIKEN, SC 29801
PLUMBING • HEATING • VENTILATIONAIR CONDITIONING
Timothy W. Redd (803) 649-2155President FAX: 642-2963
Collette R Ball Ins Agcy Inc Collette Ball, Agent Parishioner 3066 Whiskey Road Aiken, SC 29803-9084 Bus 803-648-2973 Fax 803-335-2273 [email protected]
The greatest compliment you can give is a referral.
Ron’s Home Repair Service
No Job Too SmallPainting & Other ServicesRon Tugya-Parishioner
803-642-9344803-649-9803
www.aikenpest.com
Trusted Service Since 1967
Certified Public Accountant
Individual, Business, Retirement & Estate Planning
649-5555403 Park Avenue S.W. • Aiken
Parishioner
MICHAEL J. COSTIGAN, Sr., CPA, LLCEllEn E. MillEr llc
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
203 Laurens St.Aiken, SC 29801803.643.0173By Appt. Only
Napier Funeral Home“Helping you cope during difficult times”
315 Main St. Graniteville, SC 663-3131
Paul W. Durban, CICDurban-Laird’s, Inc.
Insurance Agents & Brokers155 Laurens Street, SW • P.O. Box 422
Aiken, SC 29802Phone (803) 649-2561 • Fax (803) 648-8760
Elder Law • ProbateMedicaid Asset Preservation
Guardianships • ConservatorshipsSpecial Needs & Living Trusts / Wills
www.lindafarronknapp.com803.335.1431 / 803.541.7676
Call for an appointment135 Laurens St. SW, Suite 200, Aiken
Personal Insurance • Business InsuranceMedical & Life Insurance • Discounts
129 Park Ave. SW | [email protected] | www.hecos.com
• Power of Attorney • Wills and Trusts • Child Adoptions
Brian A. Katonak Parishioner 135 Chesterfield St S. Aiken 803-644-5535
The Law Office of Brian A. KatonakTrusted Local Attorney for over 18 years!
Dr. Michael Shirer and Dr. Susannah Shirer
Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
420 Hitchcock Pkwy Aiken, SC 803-648-6400 Parishioners
www.shirerfamilydentistry.com
Aiken Surgical AssociatesWayne T. Frei, M.D., FACSGeneral and Laparoscopic Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Surgery410 University Pkwy., Ste. 2310
Phone: 803.648.1318
Nicholas Williams, Parishioner Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
C:803-292-2921 O: (803) 648-7851 www.searchaiken.com
Retirement Planning College Savings Plans Financial Planning
Stephen Anaclerio Financial Advisor One 10th Street Suite 600 Augusta, GA 30901 803-642-7044 [email protected]
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