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606 Cedarwood Drive �
Friendswood, TX 77546�4551 �
281�482�1391 281�482�4886 (fax)�
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Archdiocese of Galveston�Houston�
Missionaries of Our Lady of La Salette�
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www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org �
www.lasalette.org�
March 29, 2020
Morning Prayer�
8:10 AM�
Monday, Tuesday, �
Thursday & Friday�
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Daily Rosary�
after 8:30 AM Mass�
Monday, Tuesday�
Thursday & Friday�
(except First Friday)�
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1st Friday Exposition of �
the Blessed Sacrament�
9:00 AM � 5:45 PM�
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Exposition of the �
Blessed Sacrament�
4:30 PM Tuesday ��
5:45 PM Wednesday�
MASS SCHEDULE�
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Saturday�
5:30 PM Vigil Mass�
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Sunday�
7:30 AM 9:30 AM�
11:30 AM �
4:30 PM (Life Teen Music)�
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First Saturdays�
8:30 AM�
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Weekday�
8:30 AM�
Monday, Tuesday, �
Thursday & Friday �
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6:30 PM�
Wednesday�
Reconciliation�
4:00 � 5:00 PM Saturday�
Sacramental Life
Sacrament of Bap�sm: Congratulations for Choosing Life!
Parents should contact the Parish Office to register for
preparation.�
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Sacrament of Reconcilia�on: Peace Be With You!
Saturday 4:00�5:00 PM or by appointment.�
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Sacrament of Matrimony: The Lord Bless You! Contact
one of the priests at least six months in advance for preparation.�
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Sacrament of Anoin�ng of the Sick: May the Healing
Love of Christ Surround You! If you know someone who is sick or
in the hospital, contact the Parish Office so we can visit and
include them in our prayers.�
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RCIA: Chris�an Ini�a�on of Adults: Journey With Us In
Faith! For inquiry into the Catholic Faith, contact the Parish
Office.�
Bulletin Submission & Room Reservations�
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Bulletin announcements must be submitted to Rhonda
at [email protected] no later than 12:00
PM on the required submission date. Please see
page 11 for dates and guidelines.�
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All Ministries and Organizations who need to reserve a
room and/or schedule events for the calendar need to
contact Rose Mary at [email protected].�
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If you have questions, please call the Parish Office,
Monday � Friday, 8:30 AM � 5:30 PM, at 281�482�1391.�
Come Worship With Us!�
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Our Parish community worships together at Sunday
Mass, Daily Masses, Holy Hour and Morning Prayer. �
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Join us for Morning Prayer each weekday �
(except Wednesday) at 8:10 AM. �
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We pray the rosary after the 8:30 AM daily Masses
(except Wednesday & First Fridays).�
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If you are new to Mary Queen parish or visiting, please
stop by with any questions regarding our parish. We
would love to meet you! If you have been attending
Mary Queen Church and consider this your parish
community, please register with the Parish Office so we
can keep an accurate census. If you have questions or
would like additional information, please contact our
parish office.�
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Registration forms may be found in �
the following locations: �
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Parish Office�
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Welcome Desk (in Church narthex)�
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Church’s website: www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org �
The Priests who serve Mary Queen Catholic Church
are Missionaries of Our Lady of La Salette.�
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Pastor: Rev. James H. Kuczynski, M.S.�
Parochial Vicar: Rev. Sibi Kunninu, M.S.�
Priests in Residence: Rev. Paul Mandziuk, M.S. �
Deacons: Vince Eklund, 281�482�1391�
� Darrell Moulton, 281�482�1391�
� Paul Robison, 713�416�1585�
� Derick Soares, 281�482�1391�
� Chuck Turner, 281�482�1391�
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Pastoral Administration
Office Administrator OPEN, ext. 311
Communications Coordinator/Archivist Rhonda Hansen, ext. 315
Bookkeeper JoEllen Baker, ext. 313
Bookkeeper Ray Valadez, ext 313
Receptionist Anita Shorosky, ext. 310
Coordinator of Ministries & Functions Rose Mary Baez, ext. 219
Pastoral Formation
Director of Adult Faith Formation Eby Kurian, M.A., ext. 319
RCIA Coordinator Terri Ryan, ext. 334
Director of Elementary Faith Formation Barbara Aubuchon, ext. 333
Faith Formation Administrative Assistant Alice Malek, ext. 328
Director of Youth Ministry &
Senior High Faith Formation Manny Bourque, ext. 317
Director of Junior High Faith Formation
& Confirmation Renee Bourque, ext. 329
Music Ministry
Music Director Samuel Sentmanat, ext. 227
Food Pantry/Social Concerns
Coordinator of Food Pantry/
Social Services Ministry Chris Austgen, 281-482-1950
Facilities Management
Facilities Manager Chuck Turner, ext. 316
Maintenance ChrisMeaux, ext. 316
Maintenance Coordinator Charles Ganter, ext. 316
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This Week in the Parish
Saturday, March 28
8:30 AM �Anne Marie Rovira Cox,
Carmelo & Loraine Gomez—50th Anniversary Blessings
5:30 PM �Dan Foster, �Jimmy & �Marie Price,
Living and Deceased Loved Ones of Clint & Dottie Carlin
Sunday, March 29
7:30 AM All Our Parishioners
9:30 AM �Lena Salvato, �Joan Blake,
Tobie La Bauve—Birthday Blessings
11:30 AM �Matthew Kozlowski, �Charles W. Wilkerson,
Mariella & Ed Gasparini
4:30 PM �Mr. & �Mrs. Joseph Sama, �Mr. Sal Scordamalgia,
Maryanne Post
Monday, March 30
6:30 AM �Joseph Swiader, �Anne Marie Rovira Cox, �Jeff Wild
8:30 AM �Michael Martin, �Sue Bacak, �Annette Greco
Tuesday, March 31
6:30 AM �Guadalupe Barrientos, All Our Parishioners
8:30 AM �Lera Shugart, �Oscar Clarin, �Joe Silva
Wednesday, April 1
6:30 PM �Arch Wesley Helton, The Family of Cole Gordan,
Robert Crain
Thursday, April 2
6:30 AM All Our Parishioners
8:30 AM �Molly Ganter, Leslie Karam, The Gleason Family
Friday, April 3
6:30 AM �Zenaida Rivera
8:30 AM �Thomas Reese, Jr., �Maria R. Gutierrez,
�Linda Broussard
Saturday, April 4
8:30 AM �Rubie Ireland, Rev. Phil Negley, M.S.—Birthday Blessings,
Mary Queen Ministries
5:30 PM �Lessie Crawford, �Anita Bentinck,
Living and Deceased Loved Ones of Clint & Dottie Carlin
Sunday, April 5
7:30 AM �Lynn Crawford, �Joe & �Martha Bronikowski, Living and
Deceased Members of the Arellano-Enriquez Family
9:30 AM All Our Parishioners
11:30 AM �Joe Hartman, �Israel Garcia, Living and Deceased Family
Members of Dr. & Mrs. Gerard Abreo
4:30 PM �Alma Berger, �Mr. & �Mrs. Michael Stillisano,
Sheri Barber—Birthday Blessings
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Texas Catholic Herald �
Did you know the Texas Catholic Herald is online?
Bookmark our website to get the latest news, stories, view
photos and more online at www.archgh.org/tch. �
Sunday, March 29, 2020
2:30 PM Mass will be on Facebook and the Website
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
4:30 PM Exposition for 24 Hour Eucharistic Adoration (St. Joseph Chapel)
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
5:30 AM That Man Is You - Adult Faith Formation (Online)
4:30 PM Lenten Confessions (Church)
5:45 PM Benediction Concludes Eucharistic Adoration (St. Joseph Chapel)
Friday, April 3, 2020
5:45 PM Benediction Concludes Eucharistic Adoration (St. Joseph Chapel)
7:00 PM Stations Of The Cross - Suspended
Saturday, April 4, 2020
7:30 AM Men's ACTS Faith Sharing Group (Room 110/Library)
9:00 AM Woodworkers Ministry Workshop (Mary's House/Garage)
4:00 PM Reconciliation (Church)
7:00 PM ALPHA - Adult Faith Formation (Online)
Please visit our Mary Queen Website often to
find the most up to date information, the parish
bulletin and many informative and spiritual links
to help all of us during this difficult time.�
www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org�
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Master Plan Balloon Note Maturity�
September 21, 2025 Balance: $2,503,002.02�
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March 1, 2020�
Current Loan Balance: $3,051,573.19�
Fiscal Year to Date Offerings�
July 1, 2019 � January 31, 2020�
($26,349.37)�
Date� Weekly Offering Received� Weekly Budgeted Amount� Difference�
March 8, 2020� $20,277.75� $26,250.00� ($5,972.25)�
March 15, 2020� $13,542.20� 26,000.00� ($12,721.29)�
Fluctuations in our weekly offering numbers are due to the giving patterns of our parishioners. Some weeks may appear
stronger than others because of the time of the month that donations are received.�
2020 DSF Summary as of March 19, 2020�
Parish Goal:�$165,000.00�
Total Amount Paid:�$36,562.60�
Total Amount Pledged:�$64,07r.00�
Total Number of Participants:�188�
Total Number of Mary Queen Households:�2864�
February 2020 Faith Direct Offertory: $41,583.00*�
Participants: 323 *only weekly offertory�
Sunday, March 8, 2020�
Envelopes $15,818.00�
Loose� $2,689.99�
Youth� $275.76�
Total� $18,783.75�
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Envelopes: 349�
Sunday, March 10, 2019 �
Envelopes $26,786.50�
Loose� $3,336.36�
Youth� $302.25�
Total� $30,425.11�
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Envelopes: 398�
Future Development & Maintenance: $5,821.00�
Master’s Plan Debt Reduction: $550.00�
Mail�in/Dropoff Offering: $1,494.00�
Sunday, March 15, 2020�
Envelopes $11,940.00�
Loose� $1,599.70�
Youth� $2.50�
Total� $13,542.20�
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Envelopes: 203�
Sunday, March 17, 2019 �
Envelopes $22,312.94�
Loose� $3,594.39�
Youth� $356.16�
Total� $26,263.49�
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Envelopes: 426�
Easter Flowers: $3,757.00�
Master’s Plan Debt Reduction: $400.00�
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A New Way to Give! We are excited to introduce a
new, easy way to give! You can now give simply and
easily using text�to�give or on�line giving for your
offerings and special payments! During the next couple
months, we will be transitioning from Faith Direct to
Pushpay. �
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The text�to�give and on�line giving are now available
for you to use. We would love for you to try it and let us
know what you think. For on�line giving go to
pushpay.com/g/maryqueencatholicchurch or you can
text Mary Queen to 77977 and follow the prompts to pay
through your smartphone!�
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Pushpay currently accepts Visa, MasterCard, American
Express and Discover, as well as ACH (bank account)
payments! If you have any questions, please contact
JoEllen Baker or Rhonda Hansen at 281�482�1391.�
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Archdiocese of Galveston�Houston Prayer �
in the Time of the Coronavirus �
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Comfort us, O Lord, for we are like �
your disciples on the storm tossed seas, �
unsettled by what lies ahead. �
We turn to You, our Healer and Guide, �
to still our hearts in our time of need and �
hear our prayer: Heal those who are sick �
with the coronavirus and protect the elderly �
and most vulnerable. Give strength to all who �
tend to our health and wisdom to researchers �
who work toward a cure. Open our eyes �
and hearts, as you did during Hurricane Harvey,�
that we may look beyond our immediate needs to care for
others who need help. �
Through the Holy Spirit, guide our leaders to make wise
decisions for the welfare of all the people �
they serve. Grant eternal rest to those who �
have died from the virus. May Mary, �
Our Mother, who has heard our pleas in �
the storms of our lives, intercede to her Son, �
that we may find healing and a prompt end to this illness.
Mary, Star of the Sea, pray for us. �
Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior, heal us. Amen�
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All Masses at Mary Queen Church and in the
Archdiocese of Galveston�Houston have been
suspended until further notice. �
Stations of the Cross have been cancelled. Links are
available for virtual Stations of the Cross on the parish
website at www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org.�
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At this time we do not know if Holy Week and
Easter Services will be celebrated. We will
keep you updated as we know more.�
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Holy�Thursday � April 9th�
7:00 PM �
Mass of the Lord’s Supper followed by �
Adoration until midnight��
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Good Friday � April 10th �
3:00 PM�
Solemn Stations of the Cross�
7:00 PM �
Liturgy of the Word �
Passion/Veneration of�the Cross/Communion �
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Holy Saturday � April 11th�
12:00 PM �
Blessing of the Food (Chapel)�
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8:00 PM�
Easter Vigil�
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Easter Sunday � April 12th�
Mass Times�
7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM, No 4:30 PM Mass�
Palm Sunday � April 5th�
From Pope Francis:�
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Tonight before falling asleep�
think about when we will return to the street.�
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When we hug again,�
when all the shopping together will seem like a party.�
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Let's think about when the coffees will return to the
bar, the small talk, the photos close to each other.�
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We think about when it will be all a memory but nor-
mality will seem an unexpected and beautiful gift.�
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We will love everything that has so far seemed futile
to us. Every second will be precious.�
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Swims at the sea, the sun until late, sunsets, toasts,
laughter. We will go back to laughing together.�
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Strength and courage. �
Spiritual Act of Communion�
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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.�
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Please join us in prayer and in welcoming the following
Candidates and Elect who will be received into Full
Communion of the Catholic Church this Easter.�
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Are you interested in becoming Catholic? �
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Are you already Catholic but have not
received First Communion or Confirmation? �
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If so, read on! Mary Queen will be starting formation for
the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults beginning in
August 2020. This formation is offered from beginning to
end only once per year. Could this be your year? �
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To learn more, please contact Terri Ryan, RCIA
Coordinator, at [email protected] or 281�482�
1391, Ext. 334.�
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“As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called
Matthew sitting at the tax office; and he said to him, “follow
me.” And Matthew rose and followed him.” �Mt 9:9�
Eby Kurian, Director of Adult Faith Formation�
281�482�1391, Ext. 319�
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During these difficult times, men need spiritual
sustenance more, not less: “Man does not live by bread
alone, but by every word that falls from the mouth of
God” (Matthew 4:4).�
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As such, many of our men � our friends and neighbors �
are not able to receive the spiritual sustenance they need
and have traditionally found through That Man is You!�
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To continue to serve the Men of Mary Queen, we will
continue to meet on Wednesday mornings from 5:45 �
7:00 AM for the TMIY sessions "virtually". Obviously, this
can never fully replace in�person meetings, but it can
provide the spiritual sustenance needed when we don't
have other options.�
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I know that the coronavirus is placing increasing
demands on all of us. Let us trust that God's grace will
always be sufficient: "God ... will not let you be tempted
beyond your strength" (1 Corinthians 10:13). �
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Please see the email sent by Eby Kurian, Director of
Adult Faith Formation for more details on how to log�in
for the virtual sessions.�
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Alpha sessions on Saturday nights will continue to meet
“virtually” in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak.�
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Please join us online for the Video & Group Discussions
starting, Saturday, March 21st, from 7:30 � 8:30 PM.�
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For more information on how to log�in for the Alpha
virtual sessions; please see the email sent by Eby
Kurian, Director of Adult Faith Formation�
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Volunteers are need during the day to set up for the
RCIA Easter Vigil reception and after the Easter Vigil at
the reception. It is easy work, paid in Graces! Please
contact Terri Ryan at 281�482�1391 ext. 334 or
[email protected] if you are available to
help.�
Janice �
Patrick�
Jason�
Roles�
Juan�
Beltran�
Shelby�
Perry�
Spencer�
Heilig�
Craig�
Newkirk�
Morgan �
&�
Landyn
Rolater�
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION
281-482-1391
Barbara Aubuchon, Director of Elementary Faith Formation, Ext. 333
Alice Malek, Administrative Assistant, Ext. 328
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Director of High School Faith Formation�
Manny Bourque�
Director of Jr. High Faith Formation & Confirmation�
Renee Bourque�
Life Teen is cancelled until further notice.
Please keep in contact with Manny Bourque
regarding classes and/or other class options.�
Witnessing the Faith Class is cancelled until
further notice. Please keep in contact with
Manny Bourque regarding classes and/or other
class options.�
EDGE is cancelled until further notice. Please
keep in contact with Renee Bourque regarding
classes and/or other class options.�
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SAVE THE DATE�
Vacation Bible School�
JULY 13�17, 2020�
9:00 AM � 12:30 PM�
Jr. High Summer Camp�EXPEDITION�
Monday, June 29th � Friday, July 3rd�
Forest Glen Camp�
$475 � Current 6th � 8th Graders�
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A fantastic week of zip lines, fishing, canoeing, crazy
games, ropes, ga�ga ball, Mass, Adoration and Prayer
Experiences. �
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Encounter Lent with �
CRS Rice Bowls�
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�� Visit www.crsricebowl.org to watch videos of the
people and communities you support through your
Lenten gifts to CRS Rice Bowl.�
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�� Use your CRS Rice Bowl and Lenten Calendar daily
to guide your prayer, fasting and almsgiving.�
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�� Read the Stories of Hope and daily reflections to
inspire your Lenten journey�and guide your Lenten
almsgiving.�
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�� Prepare simple, meatless meals on the Fridays of
Lent to eat in solidarity with our brothers and sisters
around the world.�
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�� Discover a reflection on “What is Lent?” by Cardinal
Timothy Dolan. �
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�� We will collect your CRS Rice Bowls at the end of
Lent, so stay tuned to learn more. �
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Thank you for participating in CRS Rice Bowl with your
family.�
Confirmation Celebration 2020 has been
suspended. As more information becomes
available, we will pass it onto you.�
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All gatherings/meetings are cancelled until further
notice. Please continue to pray for the health and
safety of all those in our world. Mary Queen pray for
us.�
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Respect Life Ministry Calendar�
The second Wednesday of each month is Respect Life
Rosary and Mass. The Rosary begins at 6:00 PM and
Mass begins at 6:30 PM in the St. Joseph Chapel.�
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There is a Respect Life Eucharistic Holy Hour on the
second Sunday of each month from 2:00 � 3:00 PM in the
St. Joseph Chapel. Every Friday morning at 10:00 AM we
meet in the church parking lot next to La Salette Hall to go
pray as witnesses for life at Planned Parenthood on I�45.
All are welcome to join us. Arrangement for transportation
is available, upon request. For more Information contact
the Respect Life Ministry at [email protected] or 346�400�
7328.�
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Restore Hope�
Mary Queen Church offers a support group,� Restore
Hope, to women who have had an abortion at any time
during their lives. This ministry seeks to help them heal,
experience God's love and mercy and find forgiveness
within a small group setting. All information is kept
confidential. If you are interested or would like more
information, please contact the group facilitator
at�[email protected]. �
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Our Lady of La Salette Prayer Group�
Join us on Mondays in La Salette Hall � St. Ann Room at
7:00 PM. We praise the Lord and exercise the gifts of the
Holy Spirit. Join us for worship, song, teaching,
testimonies and prayer for healing. For information,
contact Brother Roger at 346�400�7328. �
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Love of God and Love of Country�
Rosary For Our Nation � All are invited to join us on
Thursdays at 12:30 PM in the Parish Center � Room
120.�We pray the Rosary for the needs of our country and
study the writings of the Founding Fathers of the Republic,
deeply rooted in the Christian faith. We also discuss
events, legislation and social trends that are shaping the
country's direction. �
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Christian Meditation Prayer Group �
All are invited to join us on Wednesdays, from 9:00 � 10:00
AM at Mary’s House. For information, please contact
Sandy at 281�482�1784 or [email protected].�
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First Friday � Women Under Mary’s Mantle (WUMM)
Spiritual growth, prayer and fellowship for ladies who seek
the help of Our Blessed Mother in our daily lives. We
meet from 6:30 � 8:30 PM to study and pray the Rosary for
ourselves, our children, our grandchildren, the Church and
our country. For additional information, please contact
Linda Robison at�[email protected]. �
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First Saturday Mass of Reparation�
All are invited to join us at 8:30 AM in the St. Joseph
Chapel for Mass, the Rosary and 15 minutes of meditation
afterwards as requested by Our Lady of Fatima.�
Lenten Alms Giving Charity is a frequent and
important theme of the Gospels. As individual members
of Mary Queen, each of us is called to focus more
closely on almsgiving during Lent. Almsgiving is the
outward action of donating money or goods to the poor
as a reflection of your love for Jesus. This year during
Lent we are asking every person/family to donate the
following items to our Food Pantry. �
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It is better to give alms than to store up gold; for
almsgiving saves one from death and expiates every sin.
Those who regularly give alms shall enjoy a full life" (Tob
12:8 9). �
March 28th & 29th�
Oil, Sugar, Mayo, �
Mustard, Ketchup�
April 4th & 5th�
Toilet Paper, Shampoo, �
Dish Soap, Laundry Soap�
Holy Thursday
Homeless Bags �
Personal Care Items:�
Shampoo, Toothpaste, �
Toothbrush, Comb, Tissues,�
Disposable Razors, Wipes,
Shaving Cream, Deodorant,
Feminine Hygiene Items, �
Lip Balm, Hand Towel�
The Food Pantry at Mary Queen is still open our
regular hours (Monday � Friday, 10:00 AM � 2:00 PM)
and regular boundaries (Zip Codes 77546, 77581,
77511).�The only reason we would close would be if we
are told to by the Archdiocese or if we run out of
groceries.� Normally, we order groceries from the
Galveston County Food Bank and from Kroger.� The
Food Bank still has plenty of groceries but the selection
is limited.� Kroger has told us that we cannot place an
order anytime soon.� So, we are asking individuals to
donate groceries. Donations can be dropped off Monday
� Friday, from 10:00 AM � 2:00 PM at the back of the
Food Pantry.�
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We also gladly accept monetary donations. Eventually
we will be able to order groceries again and we are still
offering minimal help with utility bills.�To make a text�to�
give or on�line donation please go to pushpay.com/g/
maryqueencatholicchurch and follow the prompts.�
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Today’s Gospel
John 11:1-45
I am the resurrection and the life.
Let us pray for the desire to let Jesus unbind us, to let him
set us free. �
The Gabriel Project�
A Christian Ministry of loving service to
women experiencing a crisis pregnancy.
We provide practical advice, assistance,
as well as spiritual support.�
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New volunteers are always needed and
welcome. If you would like to attend a
meeting, please contact Imelda Simon at
FORMED �
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FORMED has amazing content and is available 24/7!
During this time while things are closed, it’s a great tool to
take advantage of. There are videos for everyone! It’s
easy to get started!�
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Go to formed.org/signup�
�� Select your parish � Mary Queen 606 Cedarwood �
Dr, Friendswood, TX�
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�� Register with your name and email address�
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�� Check that email account for a link to begin using �
FORMED�
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They have also created a series of videos to guide you
through logging in, signing up, and using the platform
at https://watch.formed.org/formed�help�1/season:1�
Daily Readings�
Sunday, March 29�
Ezekiel 37:12�14, Romans 8:8�11, John 11:1�45�
Monday, March 30�
Daniel 13:1�9, 15�17, 19�30, 33�62, or 13:41C�62, John 8:1�11�
Tuesday, March 31�
Numbers 21:4�9, John 8:21�30�
Wednesday, April 1�
Daniel 3:14�20, 91�92, 95, John 8:31�42�
Thursday, April 2�
Genesis 17:3�9, John 8:51�59�
Friday, April 3�
Jeremiah 20:10�13, John 10:31�42�
Saturday, April 4�
Ezekiel 37:21�28, John 11:45�56�
Sunday, April 5�
Matthew 21:1�11, Philippians 2:6�11, Matthew 26:14�27:66 or�
27:11�54�
La Salette Laity�
Wednesday, April 1st�
(No Meeting in March)�
1:00 � 2:00 PM � Library�
or�
7:15 � 8:15 PM � Mary’s House�
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All are welcome to join us as we learn more about Our
Lady of La Salette. For those who are interested in
becoming part of the International La Salette Laity, the
formation process will take place during the monthly
meetings. The afternoon and evening meetings are the
same. You only need to attend one. If you have questions
or would like additional information, please contact Chris
Austgen at [email protected] or 281�
482�1391.�
Divine Mercy Sunday�
Jesus spoke the following to St. Faustina:
Encourage souls to say the Chaplet which I
have given you (1541)*. Whoever will recite
it will receive great mercy at the hour of
death (687)*. When they say this chaplet in
the presence of the dying, I will stand
between My Father and the dying person,
not as the just Judge but as the Merciful Savior (1541)*�
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At three o’clock, implore My Mercy, especially for sinners;
and, if only for a brief moment, immerse yourself in My
Passion, particularly in My abandonment at the moment of
agony. This is the hour of great mercy...In this hour I will
refuse nothing to the soul that makes a request of Me in
virtue of My Passion (1320)*�
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The Divine Mercy Novena and Chaplet will begin on Good
Friday, April 10th, following the 3:00 PM Stations of the
Cross. The remaining eight days of the Novena, April 11th
� 18th, will be prayed at 3:00 PM in the St. Joseph
Chapel, including Easter Sunday.�
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On Divine Mercy Sunday, April 19th, at 3:00 PM there will
be a Holy Hour in the St. Joseph Chapel with Adoration,
Divine Mercy Prayers and Benediction. Fellowship will
follow in the main hall.�
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*Diary of St. Faustina Kowalska, “Divine Mercy in My Soul”�
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La Salette Reflections�
Fr. Rene Butler, M.S�
Wayne Vanasse�
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Death, Life, Love, Hope�
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Sunday of Lent: Ezekiel� 37:12�14; Romans 8:8�11;
John 11:1�45)�
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Jesus was, in a way, testing Martha’s faith, when he said,
“I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in
me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and
believes in me will never die,” and then asked her, “Do
you believe this?”�
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If he had asked, “Do you understand this?” the
conversation might have take a different turn. But
Martha’s response expressed her faith in Jesus himself,
and thus in everything he said or did. “Yes, Lord. I have
come to believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God,
the one who is coming into the world.” �
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Later we read, “And Jesus wept. So the Jews said: See
how he loved him.” Love and tears are not strangers to
each other.�
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The Beautiful Lady wept. We can see, therefore, how she
loves us, and longs for us to believe that her Son is the
resurrection and the life, to trust in his word.�
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Every time I encounter the phrase ’my people’ in the
Bible, I think of La Salette. In today’s first reading, that
connection is especially strong. This passage concludes
the famous episode of the Valley of the Dry Bones. Until
now, in Ezekiel, God has spoken about his people, rarely
to them. But here he addresses them directly, and with
what feeling: “O my people!” Can they ever doubt his love
again?�
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The appropriate response to that question is found in
today’s Psalm: “If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, Lord, who
can stand? But with you is forgiveness that you may be
revered... For with the Lord is kindness and with him is
plenteous redemption.”�
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St. Paul uses an image very different from that of dry
bones, but to the same effect. To live in the flesh is to be
spiritually dead. “Those who are in the flesh cannot
please God.” The Blessed Virgin wants her people to
understand this.�
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The message of La Salette, like all of our readings today,
highlights God's will to restore us to life. In the words of
the first reading: “I have promised, and I will do it, says
the Lord.”�
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Sometimes we find ourselves praying “out of the depths.”
We need never despair. Lazarus was not a lost cause.
Neither are we.�
The Mary Queen Woodworkers�
They meet weekly in the workshop located
in the garage at Mary’s House at the back
of the property.�Anyone interested in wood
working is invited to join this unique and
meaningful ministry. All skill levels are
welcome!�The group meets every Wednesday from 7:00 �
9:00 PM and every Saturday from 9:00 � 11:00 AM.�
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For more information please contact Chris Austgen at
2020 Men’s ACTS Retreat �
The retreat has been postponed and will be
rescheduled at a later date. If you have any questions,
please contact one of the Directors listed below.�
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Mike Stuart, Director�
[email protected] or 401�524�0700�
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William Stone, Co�Director�
[email protected] or 832�690�8418�
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Michael McFall, Co�Director�
[email protected] or 713�839�6446�
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Deacon Chuck Turner, Spiritual Companion�
[email protected] or 832�618�4647�
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Sunday, April 12th�
Bring your little ones to the Annual Easter Egg Hunt
under the oak trees, on Easter Sunday immediately
following the 11:30 AM Mass. The hunt is for children
ages 10 and under. Children 4 years and under need to
be accompanied by an adult. The event is sponsored by
the Knights of Columbus Council #8494�
Check the Mary Queen Calendar�
Currently all social gatherings have been
cancelled or are being held on�line at Mary
Queen Church. Please check the parish
calendar for the up to date schedule of events.�
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Current Mary Queen Parishioners �
Update Your Family Information�
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Parish Soft gives current parishioners the opportunity to
log in and update family information.�
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1.� Go to the following link�
https://galveston.parishsoftfamilysuite.com�
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2.� A New User Registration Form will come up. Fill
out the form and hit submit.�
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3.� Your request will be sent to Mary Queen to obtain
confirmation. �
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4.� Once you receive confirmation, you may set a
permanent password and make changes to your
family information.�
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This system allows you to add family members but it does
not allow you to delete them. If you need assistance in
adding and/or deleting information or would like to provide
your updated information via telephone or e�mail, please
contact Rhonda Hansen at 281�482�1391 or
Safe Environment: CMGConnect Safe Haven
The Archdiocese of Galveston�Houston has a new Safe
Environment Program, CMGConnect Safe Haven. This is
an online Safe Environment training which replaces the
previous program, VIRTUS Protecting God’s Children.
The CMGConnect Safe Haven training consists of three
vignette style training videos and the duration of the
training is approximately 60 minutes. They are available in
English and Spanish. As part of the renewal training you
will complete another criminal background check that will
be included at the end of the training. Live trainings will no
longer be offered, all Safe Environment trainings will now
be online.�
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Go to https://GalvestonHouston.CMGConnect.org and
log in with your previous personal user ID from VIRTUS
and enter the password 1234. Once logged in to your
CMGConnect account, you will be able to change your
password.� If you do not remember your VIRTUS user ID
or are unable to log in, please contact JoEllen Baker,
Safe Environment Coordinator, at 281�482�1391 or
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Do not create a new account in CMGConnect.�
Suzie Blake Outstanding Christian
Leadership Award�
If you know a graduating senior who has the following
qualities, please write a letter of recommendation and
nominate them for this award. The Mary Queen Women’s
Ministry is seeking nominations for deserving High School
Seniors who show good leadership traits at home with
their families, in their church, in the community and at
school. A person of this character would receive a $500
cash prize from the Women’s Ministry.�
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The person nominating must be over the age of 21 and a
member of Mary Queen Catholic Church. The nominee
must be a Confirmed Catholic and an active member of
Mary Queen Catholic Church. �
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All letters of recommendation must be turned in or mailed
to the Church office, 606 Cedarwood Dr., Friendswood,
TX 77546, by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
Please put the letter in a sealed envelope with
“Attention: Kathy Blake Morton � Women’s Ministry,
Suzie Blake Outstanding Christian Leadership
Award” written on the outside. �
The remaining Knights of Columbus Fish
Frys have been cancelled.�
Mary Queen High School Seniors!�
Women’s Ministry Scholarship�
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All Mary Queen High School Seniors are
invited to apply for one of three $500
scholarships to be awarded by the Women’s Ministry. �
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You may pick up an application at the Receptionist Desk
in the Parish Center or print a copy from the Mary Queen
website at www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org. Click
on the Women’s Ministry Scholarship Application,
located on the left side of the home page under
Documents.�
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Applications are due by 5:00 PM on Wednesday,
April 1, 2020. Applications must be dropped off and
logged in at the Receptionist Desk during office hours or
mailed and post marked by April 1, 2020. Only
completed applications will be considered. �
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If you have questions, please contact:�
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Clarissa Silva at [email protected]�
or �
Sheri Barber at [email protected]. �
Hispanic Ministry Scholarship�
The Hispanic Ministry of Mary Queen is
currently accepting applications for the
2020 Scholarship. The $1000 scholarship is
available to Mary Queen parishioners that
are graduating high school seniors. �
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You may pick up an application at the Receptionist Desk,
Monday � Friday, 8:30 AM � 5:30 PM in the Parish
Center or print a copy from the Mary Queen Website at
www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org and click on the
Hispanic Ministry Application link located on the left side
of the home page under Documents. Applications are
due by 5:00 PM on Friday, May 8, 2020.�
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Senior Savings Ministry�
Senior Savings is a Ministry established with the elderly
in mind. This Ministry is available to help review utilities
(TV/Cable, Internet, Land Line Telephone, Cell Phone
and Electric) and to provide possible money saving
options on monthly costs. The Ministry will not dictate
what option to use, it will just provide the options
available.� If a person would like to remain with their
current provider for service, in many cases, a better rate
can be negotiated. For further information, please contact
Anthony W. Dittrich at 281�808�5322.�
Bulletin Deadlines & Guidelines�
If you have something you would like to include in the
bulletin, please submit your information by noon on the
submission dates listed below, to Rhonda Hansen at
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All documents must be submitted in an editable
format (Word, Publisher or Excel). Please DO NOT
submit documents in a PDF, JPEG or other non�
editable formats.�
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April 5th bulletin � Already submitted�
April 12th bulletin � Already submitted�
April 19th bulletin � Due April 7th�
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PLEASE PRAY FOR THESE BRAVE MEN AND
WOMEN SERVING IN OUR ARMED FORCES�
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US Air Force: �
SSgt Chris Aubuchon, Capt James Barrington,�
Capt Andrew Bossert, 1st Lt Stephanie Bossert, �
Capt Stephen Chauvin, 1st Lt Benjamin Clements, �
A1C Miles Coleman, AIC Alexis Copeland, �
A1C Mikayla Doiron, AIC Phillip Downey, �
Capt James Gregory, A1C Jasper Gregory, �
SMSgt Joel Hebert, SSgt Christopher Hammer, �
Capt Shane Lockridge, Capt Rachel Miller, �
SSgt Brandon Ojala, Maj. Zac Pendleton, �
Capt Chad Roberson, Lt Col Brandon Sokora, �
SSgt Amanda Solis, SSgt Nicholas Wolford�
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US Army: �
SGT Zachary Cripps, CPT Thomas Harris, �
LTC Lisa Jarema, MAJ Michael Moad, �
CPT Brandon Nesrsta, LTC Ryan Nesrsta, �
WO2 Patrick Nagorski, SGT Kyle Perkins, �
SPC Jesse Roberts, PFC Kaitlyn Strassner, �
MAJ Brian Y’Barbo�
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US Marine Corps: �
Cpl Aaron Arribe, 2nd LT Joshua Butts, �
PFC Carl Chupungco, LCpl Michael Gray, �
Lt Col Andrew Kelemen, Maj Norman Renfro�
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US Navy: �
PO1 Chase Bourque, PO1 Randall Carmicheal, �
CM3 Cullen Kelly, MASR Marcus Reyes, �
PO2 Anthony Rinehart, CDR Mike Svatek, �
LTJG Kelli Svatek�
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If you have loved ones in the Armed Services and wish their names be
listed in this column and to be remembered in our prayers, please email
the receptionist at [email protected]. Include the
rank of the individual, their name and their branch of service. Thank you
and God Bless America! �
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Is Your Information Up To Date?�
If you have moved, lost or added a family member,
changed your name, phone number or email address,
please provide your updated information to Rhonda
Hansen at [email protected] or 281�
482�1391.� This will help to ensure that you receive
future communications from Mary Queen. �
2020 Census Information�
Starting on March 12th, everyone will receive an invita-
tion in the mail to participate in the 2020 Census. The
Census is Easy�On average, it takes 10 minutes to com-
plete and you can respond on the internet or by phone. If
you have not responded by late March, you will receive a
printed questionnaire in the mail in early April. If you still
haven’t responded, you will receive a visit from a census
taker in May 2020. The deadline to participate is July 31,
2020. All options are available in multiple languages. The
Census is Safe�By law, your responses cannot be
shared with any other government agency and your re-
sponses remain confidential for 72 years. The Census is
Very Important�The official census count is used to dis-
tribute billions in federal funding for essential programs
and affects our representation at the national, state and
local level. Please invest 10 minutes in shaping the future
of our community. �
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Prayer List Requests�
If you have a family member(s) or friend(s) who are in need of
special prayers by our parish community, please consider
placing them on the Mary Queen Prayer List. �
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You may do so by contacting our receptionist, Anita Shorosky
at [email protected] or 281�482�1391.
Names will remain on the list for 60 days unless we are
notified otherwise.�
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The Sanctuary Candle is in memory of
�William Randall Robison, SP/4, USA
the week of March 28th - April 3rd�
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We offer the Vigil Candle as a Memorial Candle
each week to interested parishioners who would
like to request that it burn “In Memory of…” or
“In Honor of…” a loved one, living or deceased.
To reserve the candle, contact the Receptionist
in the Parish Office at 281�482�1391. The name
of your loved one will be published in the bulletin
and near the Sanctuary Candle in the Church. �
Lord Jesus, who went about doing good and healing all, we ask you to bless our friends who are sick. Give them strength in body,
courage in spirit and patience with pain. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen�
We Pray For …...
George Garcia
Randy Garcia
Shirley Geerts
Bob Geerts
Jeanne Goodman
Antonio Graffagnino
Aleyda Guerrero
Jane Alexander
Tommy Alexander
Judi Amatangelo
Suan Angelo
Andrew Arevalo
Beatrice Ballard
Amy Barrett
Daniela Barrios
Eryn Behne
Joseph Berry
Laura Betancourt
Justin Blakely
Ann Blood
Steve Bounds
Charles Brauer
Nancy Brueggen
Burnie Boudreaux
Travis Bury
Rodolfo DeAsis
Sid Dent
Terry Dent
Frank Descant
Harold Doiron
Randy Hamilton
Chuck Hansen
Pat Hansen
J.T. Harshbarger
Doug Hellinghausen
Jacob Heredia
Richard Hergert
Chun-Mei Huang
Hai-Ning Huang
Judi Hunter
Mary Catherine Natali
Miner Nelson
Janet Pape
The Patrick Family
Mike Peluse
Michael Pesl
Rudy Pesl
Bob Pillow
Norbert Popp
Debbie Reyes
Ria Reyes
Rohan Family
Kay Russo
David Ryan
Janet Sandridge
Beverly Schmidt
Joyce Schrader
Steve Skolaut
Special Needs Families
Liz Strassner
Tim Stoehr
Ray Sugzda
Don Svetanics
Adrienne Walsh
Susan Wilson
Unborn In The Womb
Jesusa Mahinay
Octavia Manawadu
Jean Maxwell
Helen McCarra
Fr. John McCoy
Ted Miller
Eva Morales
Brian Morris
Karen Muehe
Holly Veech
Ronny Velez
Jose Maria Vento
Sharon Vochoska
Gwen Taylor
Kathy Threadgill
Charles Trovato
Quynh Thu Truong
Stephen Lippold
Bella Liu
Ray Zansler
Anniston Cancienne
Sylvia Capetillo
Maria Coronado
Jim Curdie
Charles Cummings
Kelly Ferguson
Matt Fleming
Guadalupe Flores
Gerry Kovach
Francisco Jaume
Rocky Joe Johnson, II
Nelson Olavarria
For all those who are First
Responders, Health Care
Workers, Social Service
Workers and all who
continue to work to serve
the community.
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What’s Going On At Mary Queen?�
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There are many ways to find out what is going on at
Mary Queen Catholic Church: the TV monitors in the
church narthex, the Sunday Bulletin, the Mary Queen
Website, the weekly E�News and on Facebook. �
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If you would like to receive our weekly E�News, go to the
website at www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org and
sign up. You can also click on the Facebook link and
“like us” to receive the newsfeeds.�
Join Fr. Jim Kuczynski, M.S.�
7�Day Pilgrimage to the Shrines of Mexico�
Teotihuacan, Puebla, Coyoacan, Xochimilco, Mexico
City, Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe � Tulpetlac�
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June 1 � 7, 2020�
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Includes: First class hotels (double occupancy), two
meals each day, daily sightseeing, daily Mass and
airport taxes. �
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For more information, please contact Adela Castro, tour
coordinator, at [email protected] or 281�798�
5186. You may alsor visit https://nativitypilgrimage.com/
frjim�friendswood.�
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The Scammers are out in full force, trying to
take advantage of kind hearted people dur-
ing this difficult time. Fr. Jim or Fr. Sibi will
not at any time be asking you for money or
gift cards via e�mail. Please delete those
email immediately and do not respond. See
the article below.�
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Consumer Alert: Scammers Impersonating
Pastors to Solicit Gift Cards�
Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a consumer alert
regarding persons alleging to be priests or pastors, tex-
ting members of the church and asking them to buy gift
cards for a false charitable cause.�
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Texans have received deceptive texts from people pre-
tending to be pastors, then requesting that they purchase
a gift card and send them the information to access that
card. The scammers claim these cards are needed for
some charitable reason, but insist they cannot pick up a
gift card themselves and the purchaser will be reim-
bursed.�
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All Texans should be aware of unsolicited calls and texts
from scammers impersonating leaders of the church. We
believe that the scammers are using information found on
churches’ websites or bulletins. Churches throughout
Texas have seen reports of this scam. �
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Report suspected fraud to the attorney general’s Con-
sumer Protection Division by calling to free 1�800�621�
0508 or by filing an online complaint at https://
www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer�protection/
file�consumer�complaint.�
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