FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER “I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD. A GOOD SHEPHERD LAYS DOWN HIS LIFE FOR THE SHEEP.” APRIL 22, 2018

Welcome to

ST. JOHN NEUMANN CHURCH 102 W. Hillside Rd. Laredo, Texas 78041

Parish Website: http://www.sjnlaredo.org

Rev. Fr. Salvador Pedroza, Pastor

Deacon Gerardo Morales

Office: (956) 726-9488 Fax (956) 726-0540 Office Hours: Mon.- Fri. 8:00 AM to 5:00 P.M.

Parish Mission Statement

We, the community of St. John Neumann, desire to guide all souls toward God. This we accomplish by evangelizing through our ministries. Our liturgical celebrations center around the Eucharist.

Our Vision We seek to become a spiritual home where God’s love for us and our love for Him abounds freely and within an atmos-phere of brotherhood and good will.

Nuestra Misión Parroquial Nosotros, la comunidad de St. John Neu-mann, deseamos guiar a todas las almas a Dios. Logramos esto evangelizando a través de nuestros ministerios. Nuestras celebraciones litúrgicas están centradas en La Eucaristía.

Nuestra Visión Deseamos convertirnos en un hogar espi-ritual donde el amor de Dios por nosotros y nuestro amor por El abunde libremente dentro de un ambiente de buena voluntad y de hermandad.

Welcome to our parish

St John Neumann, C. S. S.R.

1811-1860

Parish Ministries Note:

Altar Servers

Edith Saldaña (956) 693-1480 Email: edith1972saldana@yahoo.com

Altar Society Ruby Hernandez (956) 763-6160 Bible Reflection/ Classroom 2 Miguel Angel Rios (956) 236-1248

Extraordi. Ministers of Holy Communion

Lydia Guevara (956) 282-8111 Email: lguevara4601@gmail.com

Interior Church Improvements Larry Dovalina, Project Manager (956) 251-6055 Email: larrydovalina@yahoo.com

Lectors Corina Salinas (956) 763-1472 Email: corinavsalinas@gmail.com

Music Ministry Jessica Cardenas

Pastoral Council Lilia G. Castillo (956)740-6968

Email: autumnleaves22@gmail.com

Finance Council Alberto Cortez Chair (956)206-8949 Email: betouprr@yahoo.com

Youth Group “Charlie” Vera (956)404-7842 Email: cjv2008@gmail.com

Parish Office Staff Secretary-Nina Valdez Ext. 15 sec@sjnlaredo.org

Bookkeeper-Claudia Flores Ext. 11 bk@sjnlaredo.org

Faith Formation (CCD) Ext. 13 Julie Rodriguez, M.A. cre@sjnlaredo.org Bulletin Announcements

Deadline is the Tuesday, before publication date. Send to: sec@sjnlaredo.org

Regular Mass Schedule

Saturday: 6:00 PM Vigil (Spanish)

Sunday: 9:00 AM (English)

12:00 Noon (English)

6:00 PM (Spanish)

Weekday Mass at 12:15 noon Tues. & Thurs - 12:15 p.m. Spanish Weds. & Fri. - at 12:15 p.m. English

Reconciliation (Confesiones) Saturday: 4:15 – 5:30 PM & by appt.

Baptisms Parents need an interview with Fr. Pedroza. Interviews are the 3rd Tues-days of each month. Baptism Prepara-tion classes are on the 4th Thursdays of each month with Deacon Gerardo Morales. Please stop by the parish of-fice. for additional information needed prior to registering for the class or for an appointment with Father.

Weddings Arrangements need to be made with the pastor 6 months in advance.

Quince Años For more information, please call the office.

Parents, please be sensitive to the other parishioners. If your baby or child be-comes restless, is speaking loudly or is noisy during the Mass...please take them outside or to the hallway by the parish office.

Padres, por favor sean sensibles a los demás feligreses. Si su bebé o niño (a) se pone inquieto o hace ruido du-rante la Santa Misa, por favor llevelo afuera o al pasillo en frente de la ofici-na parroquial.

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER “I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD. A GOOD SHEPHERD LAYS DOWN HIS LIFE FOR THE SHEEP.” APRIL 22, 2018

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HEALTH & NEEDS OF:

Bob Amparan

Max Flores Senovio Luna, Jr.

Ruben Cano Memo Flores Imelda Navarro Martinez

Giovanni Rossini

Josie Carrillo Jacquie Garcia Yolanda Mata Rudy Santos

Jovita Delgado

Rosario Garcia Marcos Mendoza Vitor Teniente

Claudia Flores Elvia Garza Mena Morales Hilda Villarreal

Francisco Flores Estella Gonzalez John Romani Ma.Luisa Zapata

Juan A. Flores Lauren Gonzalez Terry Zapico

These names will remain until the end of April . Please call or stop by the Parish Office if you would like to add or remove a name.

FAITH FORMATION NEWS

First Holy Communion 9:00 A.M. Mass The reception of First Holy Communion is scheduled for Sun-day, May 6, 2018. The students in classroom 6 - Mrs. Villarreal and Ms. Moreno’s class as well as classroom 3 - Mrs. Guevara and Ms. Santos class are scheduled for the 9:00 A.M. Mass. First Holy Communion 12 Noon Mass The reception of First Holy Communion is scheduled for Sun-day, May 6, 2018. The students in classroom 5 - Mrs. Rodriguez and Ms. Cantu Paez are scheduled for the 12 Noon Mass. Confessions for First Holy Communion The First Holy Communion students will be receiving their Sacrament of Penance as follows: classroom 6 on Tuesday May 1st , classroom 5 on Wednesday, May 2nd and classroom 3 on Friday, May 4th. Starting time is 6:30 P.M.. Dress Code for Holy Communion All students have received the dress code for the First Holy Communion Mass. Please adhere to it. Photographs for First Holy Communion In order to keep proper order and respect during Mass, there will be only one photographer for your child's First Holy Com-munion. We have order forms for photos if you are interested in ordering. Please pick up the forms from your catechist and turn in the money or check to Miss Rodriguez with your order form.

NOTICIAS DE FORMACIÓN EN LA FÉ

Misa de Primera Comunión a las 9 :00 a.m. La Primera Comunión este año esta programada para el domingo, 6 de mayo. El salón 6 de las catequistas Villarreal y Moreno será a las 9 a.m. Al igual que el salón 3 de las cate-quistas Guevara y Santos será a las 9:00 de a.m. Misa de Primera Comunión de las 12 del mediodía La Primera Comunión para este año esta programada para el domingo, 6 de mayo. El salón 5 de la catequista Rodriguez y catequista Cantú-Paez tendrán su Misa a las 12 del medio-día. Confesiones para la Primera Comunión Las confesiones para La Primera Comunión son las siguien-tes: el salón 6- el martes, 1 de mayo, el salón 5-el miércoles, 2 de mayo, y el salón 3 - el viernes, 4 de mayo. Las listas es-tarán en la puerta del salón de clase. Comienzan a las 6:30 p.m. Vestuario para la Primera Comunión y estandarte Todos los alumnos han recibido una comunicación in-formándoles el vestuario requerido para la Primera Comunión por favor sígalo. Fotos para la Primera Comunión Para poder celebrar las comuniones en orden y con respec-to, solo tendremos un fotógrafo, durante la Misa. Si esta inte-resado en fotos por favor llene su orden y entréguela a la Sri-ta. Rodriguez con su cheque o efectivo. Dios los bendiga, Julie Rodriguez, M.A.

LECTOR’S SCHEDULE

sabado, 28 de abril

Time 1st Reading 2nd Reading

6:00 P.M. Wenceslao Lozano Guadalupe Flores

Sunday, April 29th

9:00 A.M. Pam Juarez Rene Rodriguez

12:00 P.M. Gloria Vasquez Diana Gonzalez

6:00 P.M. Bulmaro Cruz

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

We invite everyone to join us every Thurs.

from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Let us make time to spend a moment in prayer in the

presence of the Blessed Sacrament.

ADORACIÓN EUCARÍSTICA Te invitamos todos los jueves de las 7 a las 8 de la

noche. Hagamos tiempo para pasar un momento de

oración ante el Santísimo Sacramento.

HOLY THURSDAY CANDLES

Those of you that have paid for Holy Thursday candles,

please stop by the parish office to pick them up during

normal business hours. Thank You.

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER “I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD. A GOOD SHEPHERD LAYS DOWN HIS LIFE FOR THE SHEEP.” APRIL 22, 2018

There were no sponsors for the Sanctuary Candle this weekend.

LAST WEEK’S TITHE

Children’s $ 80.00 Sat. 6:00 PM $ 1,264.00

Weekdays $ 121.00 Sun. 9:00 AM $ 1,203.00

Sun.12:00 PM $ 1,419.00

Sun. 6:00 PM $ 6,764.00

TOTAL: $10,851.00

MASS INTENTIONS

SATURDAY– APRIL 21, 2018

6:00 p.m. Por El Pueblo De Dios

SUNDAY - APRIL 22, 2018

9:00 a.m. † Frank Miller By His Sister, Catalina

Montemayor

12:00 p.m. † Antonio & Rebecca

Ruiz.

By Juan & Irma Ruiz

6:00 p.m. † Lucien Moro De Su Esposa

MONDAY - APRIL 23, 2018

No Mass on Mondays

TUESDAY – APRIL 24, 2018

12:15 p.m. † Hortencia P. Saenz De Jorge y Cynthia

Garza.

WEDNESDAY - APRIL 25, 2018

12:15 p.m.

† Raquel S. Alvarez By Her Family

THURSDAY - APRIL 26, 2018

12:15 p.m. † Joseph Constante De Sr. y Sra. Alfredo I.

Martinez, Jr.

FRIDAY - APRIL 27, 2018

12:15 p.m. For The Health of Felix

Nguyen

By Salo & JoAnn

Otero

“Use these gifts to increase our ability to be your followers. In the name of the One who laid down his life for us, Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen. “ 1John 3:16-24

Copyright©2017 David S. Bell. Reprinted with permission.

SECOND COLLECTIONS IN APRIL

April 29 - Catholic Home Missions Appeal

ST. JOHN NEUMANN MILESTONE MOMENTS

When St. John Neumann is formally blessed by the Bishop this summer, and we open the new doors of our parish, a booklet will be distributed with a short history and a few photos of the parish.

The History and Photo Committee wishes to include

MILESTONE MOMENTS in this booklet, so we are ask-ing for your help. If you have any recollections, pub-lished clippings, or photos, we would greatly appreciate your sharing with us. We can make copies and although we can’t print everything, all submissions will be consid-ered. May we count on your help? You can contact Committee Chairperson, Eliza Gonzalez at (956) 740-2930 or committee member Lily Castillo: (956) 740-6968. We’ll make arrangements. Thank you for contributing to our very special moment in St. John Neumann history.

Examples of milestone moments: when we entered our church in the mall or at the present location, FIRST sacraments such as Weddings and Baptisms, or Jamaicas, Pastors’ names and year(s) they were with us and/or

photos of them, etc.

The Altar Flowers this weekend are for Vicky Sanchez

Happy Birthday!

From Her Children & Grandchildren

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER “I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD. A GOOD SHEPHERD LAYS DOWN HIS LIFE FOR THE SHEEP.” APRIL 22, 2018

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CHOIR LEADER/MUSICIAN

WHAT: Volunteer needed WHERE: St. John Neumann

WHEN: 12 Noon Mass

We are looking for a talented and dedicated individual,

preferably with prior experience. If you hear that inner

voice telling you to share your gifts and talent with our

choir & parish, please stop by the office to leave us your

name and phone number. We’d love to speak with you!

IN LOVING

MEMORY OF

FERNANDO

MORENO

BY WIFE &

CHILDREN

COMPLIMENTS OF

Martinez & Guarneros, P.L.L.C.

Certified Public Accounts

Flowers for All Occasions

Grizel’s Flowers & Gift Shop

PH: 725-GIFT (4438) Cell: 956-740-6520

St. John Neumann Men’s Group

To join us in our gatherings, Please call (956) 726-9488

We meet every last Monday of the Month

Schoolhouse 1816 Frost St.

Laredo, TX 78043 (956) 723-8919

“Where learning is fun”

In Memory of

†Jaedon Chase Benavides

Those we love don’t go away, they walk besides us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.

Love the Benavides and Garcia Families

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS - THANK THEM & LET THEM KNOW YOU APPRECIATE THEIR SUPPORT OF OUR PARISH BULLETIN!

THIS SPACE IS

AVAILABLE!

SPACE IS AVAILABLE!

Call the parish office, ask for

Nina, ext. 15 to see what special

is available for the month of

April 2018. New ads only!

Adult &

Geriatric Psychiatry

Office Hours by Appointment

6262 McPherson Road

Suite 104

(956)724-1131

Homero R. Sánchez, M.

The parish of St. John Neumann thanks you for your past and contin-ued support.

CONCIERTO DE MARTIN VALVERDE!

La Diócesis de Laredo presentará a Martín Valverde EN VIVO a las 3 pm, el domingo, 22 de Abril del 2018! Martín es un cantante reconocido de música católica y está dedicado a ofrecer conciertos de evangelización por toda América Latina, Europa y Estados Unidos. Lo que se recaude de este concierto será a beneficio de la restauración de la Catedral de San Agustín, nuestra Iglesia Madre! El concierto se llevará a cabo en LISD Performing Arts Center (Civic Center). Boletos Sección Abajo $30.00 Boletos Sección Arriba $25.00 Los boletos se pueden adquirir en el internet -(www.dioceseoflaredo.org), Cancillería de la Diócesis de Laredo, Catedral de San Agustín, Iglesia de San Patricio, Iglesia de San Vicente de Paul y Religious Goods Store.

ST. JOHN NEUMANN & COMMUNITY EVENTS

MEN’S ACTS RETREAT V

We would like to invite you to join us for a life-changing weekend. This experience will take

place June 14th-17th, 2018 at the Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Laredo, Tx. The retreat’s goals are to allow an opportunity for men to focus on their faith and its appli-cation during their daily lives, to build purpose in their prayer life, to increase their presence at the liturgy and to cultivate friendship among members of the church community. Men must be 21 years of age or older to attend this retreat. Applications are available at the entry of the church and bulletin board near the parish office. Space is limited and registration is on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, contact Mr. Victor Garza 956-319-1145 or Fred Botello 956-251-3110.