HOLY ROSARY PARISH GUARDIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Fr. Bernardine Eikhuemelo, Pastor Sr. Dianne Rumschlag, SND, Head of School

Claudia Pratt, Business Manager /Bookkeeper Sr. Cynthia Shaffer SND, Principal

Sr. Victora Will, Pastoral Associate Therese Jackson. Principal

Web site: www.holyrosaryjax.org email: holyrosaryjax@comcast.net

Parish Office & Church...........(904) 764-3241 Sisters’ Convent...........(904) 764-9032 School Office............(904) 765-6522

PARISH OFFICE HOURS SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Friday...........9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday- Friday........8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

Diocese of St. Augustine

“Serving Jacksonville’s Northside since 1921"

4731 Norwood Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida 32206

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

As followers of Jesus, we at Holy Rosary Parish, seek to be a living community with respect for different persons and

personalities. Attuned to the will of God by example of faith, worship, and prayer, we will work together toward the common goal of a loving, sharing,

forgiving community that would, in itself, draw the interest of others into our Church community!

Mass Schedule

Sunday Saturday Vigil Weekday Mass Holy Days Adoration of the Eucharist Reconciliation

10:00 AM 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM 6:30 PM Mondays 6 PM—7 PM Saturday 4:30 PM

††† Mass Intentions May, 2018 †††

Fri. 4th— 8:00 am— Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sat. 5th— 5:00 pm— Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sun 6th– 10:00 am- +Susan Meusel Holloway by Tim & Anne Meusel

Fri. 11th— 8;00 am— Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sat. 12th – 5:00 pm – Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sun. 13th -10:00 am – All Mothers both Living & Deceased

Fri. 18th—8:00 am — Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sat. 19th– 5:00 pm - NO MASS

Sun. 20th-9:30 am – Mass at Crucifixion

Fri. 25th—8:00 am - Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sat. 26th—5:00 pm – Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sun. 27th -10:00 am – +Souls of the Departed by Jackie & Lucette

Fri. 1st —8:00 am — Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sat. 2nd – 5:00 pm – Parishioners of Holy Rosary

Sun. 3rd– 10:00 am— +William Carney by the Brown Family

Eucharistic Ministers Lectors

Saturday, May 5 Saturday, May 5

Ann Miller, Roger Millo Alton Yates

Sunday, May 6 Sunday, May 6

Jackie Moore, Roger Millo Anne Meusel, Dorothy Parker

Saturday, May 12 Saturday, May 12

Ann Miller, Ron Walsh Henry Evans

Sunday, May 13 Sunday, May 13

Sr. Darlene, Sal Occulto Claudia Pratt, Donna Rettini

Saturday, May 19 Saturday, May 19

NO MASS NO MASS

Sunday, May 20 Sunday, May 20

Mass @ Crucifixion Mass @ Crucifixion

Saturday, May 26 Saturday, May 26

Ann Miller, Sr. Victora Ron Walsh

Sunday, May 27 Sunday, May 27

Brooklyn & Cheyenne Ramirez Cynthia Diggett, Robert Lewis

Saturday, June 2 Saturday, June 2

Ann Miller, Ron Walsh Alton Yates

Sunday, June 3 Sunday, June 3

Jackie Moore, Roger Millo Cynthia Diggett, Dorothy Parker

Dean Hatlestad, , Michael Hatlestad, Henry Reyes Tan,

Kathy Dalton, Teen Wilson, Braydon Stephens,

Barbara Stairs, Michael Reineck, Alan Thrower,

Tom Bowen, & Roxanne Hermiller

Amanda Robison, Carmela Rettini Taylor, Christine Robinson,

Hattie Benton, Jean Adkins, Aletha Moore, & Joseph Desir

Remember all of our deceased loved ones in your prayers

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Happy Ascension and Mother’s Day!

It is not often in our calendars – civil and liturgical –

that these two very important days occur and are

celebrated on the same date. But first and foremost, a

happy and blessed solemnity of the Ascension to

everyone; may the risen and ascended Lord bless us with

the gifts of the Spirit from the Father. Amen

Secondly, a very happy and joyful day to all mothers,

grandmothers and great grandmothers in our tri-parish

area. Today, in a special manner we acknowledge and

thank you for your many and selfless sacrifices borne for

the sake of the lives of all your children. These sacrifices

are evident not only in the human, but also in the spiritual

and religious aspects of your children’s lives. We salute

you and pray that you continue to experience the joy and

the sense of fulfillment in the good work that you have

accomplished. HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!!

The Ascension of the Lord, which marked the final

departure of Jesus from the disciples, was also a call to

the apostles that it is now time for them to carry on the

Master’s mission of building the new kingdom of God.

In other words, as the first reading from the Acts of the

Apostles makes clear, the apostles are to go on and be

witnesses to the resurrection of Christ and preach in his

name. Obviously, the task was not going to be

accomplished in one day.

In the same way, while we set aside a special day to

celebrate mothers, we all know that, true motherhood

never really ends – it continues to be manifested lovingly

under various circumstances as time goes on in the life of

children. Hence, for sons and daughters, holding

mothers in high regard and thanking God for what they

have done is not a one day affair, but is and should be an

ongoing exercise of honor and respect for them.

As the solemnity of the Ascension today reminds us of

our calling to be witnesses of the good news, may our

celebration of Mother’s Day also reawaken in us our

obligation to always honor our mothers.

Have a blessed week everyone!

Fr. Bernardine

May Birthdays

Yuli Cardenas—13th

Felicity Lyles—15th

Carolyn Occulto—25th

Cesar Valdez—30th

May Anniversaries

Robert & Martha Lewis—3rd

Tim & Anne Meusel—22nd

Tyler McConnell

Andrew Rumschlag

William Jack Wilson

Lee Gutteridge

Joel Ater

Weekend of May 6, 2018

Mass Attendance: Sat.—16, Sun. – 69

Offertory: 2,049.60

Famous last Words

Toward the end of Jesus' earthly

ministry it became inevitable: Jesus would

physically be taken from their midst. What

would happen to this movement so recently

begun? If it was to be carried on with power,

the little band of disciples stood in special

need of prayer. So Jesus offered the High

Priestly Prayer, and asked God to grant

them the same marks of the Spirit we need

today. In that prayer Jesus stressed three

things, First, He wanted them to know the

Christian Gospel, not simply as a pretty

story, but as God's truth. Second, He prayed

for them to be ready to bear witness to that

truth by testifying in all areas of life.

Finally, He desired they be a people who find

joy by fulfilling God's call.

If at first you don’t succeed, try doing it the way mom

told you to in the beginning!

NOTICE!

There will be a tri-parish mass on

Pentecost Sunday, May 20th @ 9:30 am. The mass

will be celebrated at Crucifixion located at 3183 W.

Edgewood Ave. 32209

Please Make Note

There will be NO MASS on Saturday, May 19th.

Please join us for coffee & donuts

every Sunday following the mass.

If you know a parishioner who will be

graduating from Middle School, High School or

College this year, please give their name to

Sr. Victora, Claudia or call the office. We will

be recognizing and honoring them with a

Cake & Punch reception on Sunday June 3rd.

All are invited.

Guardian Catholic School eighth graders are selling

BBQ dinners for $10 each on Saturday, May 19, from

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the school. Please come out

to support our graduates. Proceeds benefit

graduation activities.

The next workday is scheduled for next

Saturday, May 19th @9:00 am. A big thanks to

those who have helped and continue to help on

these days!

NEWS & EVENTS FROM AROUND THE DIOCESE

The Catholic Charities Workforce Development Program helps low-income, unemployed or underemployed

adults find work. If you are 18 years of age or older and eligible to work in the US, you may qualify for this

FREE assistance. Our job readiness training prepares you with an up-to-date resume and cover letter. You will

receive coaching on how to answer even the most difficult questions during the job interview. You’ll receive

FREE computer and financial literacy training. You will receive supportive services during your job search such

as transportation, childcare and interview attire. Your resume will be submitted to our employer-partners who

are looking to hire great people! Call us at (904) 900-7943 or email workforcedev@ccbjax.org.

The Diocese of Saint Augustine treats all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and deals with all allegations in a

prompt, confidential and thorough manner. To Report Abuse, call: Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator

(904) 262-3200, ext. 129, or the Department of Children and Families at 1-800-96-Abuse (800) 962-2873.

La Diócesis de San Agustín le da seria consideración a toda acusación de mala conducta sexual y dispone de todos dichos

casos de manera pronta, completa y confidencial. Para reportar tal abuso, llame a: Coordinador Diocesano de Auxilio a

Victimas (904) 262-3200, ext. 129 o Departamento de Niños y Familias del Estado de la Florida1-800-96

Abuse (800) 962-2873.

The Ascension of Christ marks the definitive entrance of Jesus’ humanity into God’s heavenly domain from where he

will come again to judge the living and the dead. He is seated at the right hand of the Father, interceding for those

who draw near to him through God. He is the high priest, the center and the principal actor of the liturgy that honors

the Father in heaven. (CCC# 659-664)

La ascensión de Jesucristo marca la entrada definitiva de la humanidad de Jesús en el dominio celeste de Dios de

donde ha de volver a juzgar vivos y muertos. Cristo, está sentado a la derecha del Padre, para interceder por los que

por Él llegan a Dios. Él es el más alto sacerdote, el centro y el actor principal de la liturgia que honra al Padre en el

cielo. (CIC # 659-664)

Camp I Am Special is looking for groups to volunteer to provide meals during the summer.

This is an excellent way to interact with our Campers & Buddies, to see one of the happiest

places on earth, and help transform a life. https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/ylz8ey.

EWTN Airs Documentary on the Florida Martyrs

On June 6, at 10:00 p.m., famed "Miracle Hunter" Michael O'Neill's original EWTN

series They Might Be Saints will air a special one-hour episode on the courageous and heroic

witnesses who gave their lives for the Catholic faith during the Spanish missionary period. The

cause for the Martyrs of la Florida was formally opened on Oct. 12, 2015, in Tallahassee and is

currently being prepared for submission to the Congregation for the Causes of Saints in Rome.

This episode of “They Might Be Saints” was filmed on location at various sites in Florida and

includes interviews with expert witnesses including Bishop Estévez. Before the episode’s

debut on June 6, Father Mitch Pacwa will have as his guests on EWTN Live at 8:00 p.m.

Father Len Plazewski, vice-postulator for the Florida Martyrs cause and Heather Jordan, who

serves on the Board of the Martyrs of La Florida Missions, Inc. To learn more about the cause

and the Florida Martyrs, visit www.martyrsoflafloridamissions.org.