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5830 Mesa Park Drive • Las Vegas, NV 89135 •(702) HLY-SPRT (702) 459-7778 •
FAX (702) 437-9548 www.holyspiritlv.org
OUR FUTURE CHURCH—VIEW FROM MESA PARK & RUSSELL
Volume XI—Issue 1
HOLY SPIRIT STAFF: PASTOR Fr. Bill Kenny [email protected] ASSISTING RETIRED CLERGY Fr. Joe Annese and Fr. Tom Gross DEACONS John Breeden [email protected] Rich Green Dan Powers [email protected] Doug Winston [email protected] SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR Sr. Karen Crouse [email protected] DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Anna Forsberg [email protected] DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Debbie Hasterok [email protected] ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Jonathan Tuala [email protected] DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY & LITURGY Louie Latina [email protected] DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Katie Breeden [email protected] ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR Kathy McGee [email protected] RECEPTIONIST Yvonne Kacvinsky [email protected] FAITH FORMATION ASSISTANT & SAFE ENVIRONMENT COORD. Tammy Kastrup [email protected] WEEKEND MASS COORDINATORS Kayla Falco [email protected] Austen Schaffer [email protected] MASS SCHEDULE Weekday Masses: 7:30 AM Mon–Sat in The Gathering Place Weekend Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m., Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 12:30 PM, 5:00 p.m. (All Weekend Masses held at Bishop Gorman High School)
TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — You shall be radiant at what you see, your heart shall throb and overflow (Isaiah 60:1-6). Psalm — Lord, every nation on earth will adore you (Psalm 72). Second Reading — The Gentiles are copartners in the promise in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6). Gospel — The magi were overjoyed at seeing the star (Matthew 2:1-12). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed for lunch 12:00 -1:00 pm.
THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD - JANUARY 7, 2018
GOD’S PROMISE TO ALL PEOPLE Today Isaiah reminds the people of God that the land shall be restored to their possession, they shall rejoice to see their people return from the bondage of exile, and that they shall be a light to the nations. In other words, through the people of Israel, the Savior shall come to all people who seek God with a sincere heart. This brings joy and the radiance of God’s glory to all the world and to all people everywhere. Through the fidelity of the people of God, and through God’s fidelity to them, all people shall become God’s children and rejoice in the fulfillment of God’s promise to Israel. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
Don & Shawn Aguirre Daniel & Jacob Aguirre
Sandra Arguello Jimmy Arroyo
Belk-Hart Family Pat Bendorf
Jan Bergantino Linda Bergkvist Mary Blakewick
Aaron Boyce Kena Brashear
Madeline K. Castro Carol Catadi
Marilyn Cerven Leesa Chang Dan Chasse
Luis Chi Jaime Cruz
Charles Curtiss Tony & Lilian Daiz
Peggy Deboise Stella Dela Pina
Bernardina de la Peña Luis Diaz
Christian Fabbri John Farrell
Benjamin Franco Arline Garber
Antoinette Garcia Bridgett Glozzer
Linda Heekin Paul Henry
Lydia Herrera Margaret & David
Hoiby Dee Howard
Randy Howell Elizabeth Hutton
Andrew P. Iannotti, Jr. Edgar Ibana Cathy Iwai Agnes Jiran Ruby Jose
James Kalafus Betty & John Kaniaupio
Bob Kaufmann Sage Kong Kee
Jon Paul Kennedy Catherine Sun Ja Kim
Joanne Kires Roze & Richard Kliese
Kathleen Kornblum Agnes Kostalnick
Karina Lachica Sheryl LaFave Bob LaPorte Diane Lee
Chris Leferink Jessica Leoni Joseph Leslie
Edith Lichtenberger Donnabelle Logan
Korti Logan Javier Lopez-Uranga
Robert Lucero Blake Lyons Joanne Mante
Beatriz Marapao Dorothy Marynow Angela Marcum Mendoza Family
Christian Mercado Nate Morang
Rachelle Muniga Sharon Nolan Edna Nuval
John O’Connor Millie O’Connor
Jeremy Olden Vicente Ong Pam Perrella Julia Perroots Rona Pankey
Kitty Kenny Pollard Charlie Potter
Daniel Rochetto George Roche Jay Rodrigues
Rock Ron-Monroy Caroline Ryan Connie Ryan Estella Sayre
Ben Serna Susan Sexton Lyrca Smith Tracy Smith Tucker Smith
Manuel C. Taguinod Christopher Timmons
Donna Timmons Bill Vanderheid
Martin Vece Lourdes Villages Joseph Villanueva Lillian Villanueza
Shelly Watson Geno Wickek
Kevin Williamson Alain Yñigo
Charlotte Young-Moore Danette Young Nora Yupangco Sarah Zoeller
If you are a family member of someone who is seriously ill and you have his/her permission, you may request their name be put on this prayer list.
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SACRAMENTS AT HOLY SPIRIT Baptisms: For children 6 and under: Call the office, 702-459-7778 to schedule attendance at a baptism class. Baptisms classes are held on the 2ND MONDAY of each month at 7:00 PM in the parish office trailer (located behind Gorman next to the tennis courts). All baptisms at Holy Spirit take place during regular weekend liturgies. For children over 7: Contact Anna Forsberg, Director of Religious Education, for info on a special program for older unbaptized children.
1st Communion: Child must be registered in Religious Education at Holy Spirit. Registration packets are available in the office or at Mass. First Communion is a two-year program, beginning as early as first grade.
Confirmation: For information about the Confirmation Program contact Louie Latina, 702-459-7778, Ext. 106
Adult Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion: Call the parish office (702-459-7778).
Reconciliation/Confession: Call the office (702-459-7778 Ext. 105) to make an appointment with Fr. Bill.
Anointing of the Sick: Please call the office (702-459-7778) to schedule the reception of this sacrament.
Ministers of Care (Hospital, Care Center, Homebound): If you or a loved one are in a facility or homebound and would like a communion visit, call Jeanette Lombardo at 702-882-8750 or e-mail [email protected].
Funerals: To schedule a funeral, please contact the office (702) HLY-SPRT (459-7778), and Patti Fitzpatrick, our funeral coordinator, will meet with you to plan the services.
Marriage: We offer our own Marriage Prep Program at Holy Spirit. Please call Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation, at 702-465-9469 or e-mail: [email protected], to register for marriage prep or for more information.
Contact List Volunteer Coordinators
RCIA: Deacon John Breeden [email protected] Weddings: Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation 702-465-9469 or [email protected] Social Events: Anna Forsberg (Staff Liaison) - 702-459-7778 Knights of Columbus: Mike Rinaldi, Grand Knight, 702-610-2050 New Beginnings: Patti Fitzpatrick, 847-757-2035/ Susie Cram, 702-240-6337
Liturgical Ministry Coordinators Lectors: Michelle Healy, (702) 456-7473 or e-mail: [email protected] Eucharistic Ministers: Mike Rinaldi, 702-610-2050 Bread Bakers: Karrie Tackett, 702-575-4245 [email protected] Hospitality/Greeters: Call the office, 702-459-7778 Altar Linens: Tammy Kastrup, 702-459-7778 or [email protected] Outreach Committee- Community of Salt & Light: Araceli Franco, 702-955-1706 or e-mail: [email protected] Roselle Vetere, 702-826-2925 or e-mail: [email protected] If you are interested in becoming a volunteer in any of the above ministries, please give the coordinator a call.
PARISH OFFICE & MEETING SPACES The Parish Office, The Gathering Place and The Upper Room are located on our parish property at 5830 Mesa
Park Drive, 89135, next to the Gorman tennis court parking lot. Directions: Drive west on Russell past Hualapai, and at the large circle (Mesa Park Drive) go left and to your left, you will see our complex. Drive down Mesa Park Drive to
the first opening and make a u-turn to get back to the entrance of our property.
Food for the Poor Please remember to bring food items for Casa de Luz each weekend. Boxed and canned items are most appreciated: Peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, tuna, cereals (hot and cold), rice, beans ,etc.
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THE WEEK AHEAD
MONDAY, JANUARY 8 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 6:30 PM Catholic Inquiry Office Conference Room 7:00 PM Baptism Preparation Class Gathering place
TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 6:00 PM Elementary 1st Reconciliation BGHS Chapel
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 10:00 AM Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering Place 5:00 PM Edge Night Upper Room 7:00 PM Core Team Upper Room
THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 2:30 PM HS Bible Study Upper Room 6:00 PM Elementary 1st Reconciliation BGHS Chapel
FRIDAY, JANUARY 12 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place
SATURDAY, JANUARY 13 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 4:00 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese
SUNDAY, JANUARY 14 7:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 9:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 12:30 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 5:00 PM Mass Fr. Joe Annese 6:30 PM Upper Room
RCIA – An Affair of the Heart
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process which prepares persons for reception into the Catholic Church. The process begins with Inquiring about the Catholic Faith. Contact Deacon John
Breeden – Phone: 702-459-7778 ext. 108 or e-mail [email protected] for information about RCIA Inquiry sessions and events.
The Epiphany of the Lord - January 7, 2018
PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT
Weekend Budgeted Income for 2017/2018: $20,600.00
Collection week of Dec. 23/24: $19,151.00 Online donations week of Dec. 23/24: 2,167.00 TOTAL: $21,318.00 CHRISTMAS COLLECTION: $36,396.00 Online donations for Christmas: 1,315.00 TOTAL: $37,711.00
Thank you for your continued generosity to Holy Spirit!
Sunday, January 7 - The Epiphany of the Lord; National Migration Week; Julian Calendar Christmas Isaiah 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13; Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6; Matthew 2:1-12 Monday, January 8 - The Baptism of the Lord Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 or Isaiah 55:1-11 or Acts 10:34-38 or 1 John 5:1-9; Ps 29:1-4, 3, 9-10 or Isaiah 12:2-3, 4bcd-6; Mark 1:7-11 Tuesday, January 9 - First Week in Ordinary Time begins 1 Samuel 1:9-20 or 1 Samuel 1:1-8 and 1 Samuel 1:9-20; 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8abcd; Mark 1:21-28 or Mark 1:14-20 and Mark 1:21-28 Wednesday, January 10 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 19-20; Ps 40:2, 5, 7-10; Mark 1:29‑39 Thursday, January 11 1 Samuel 4:1-11; Ps 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25; Mark 1:40‑45 Friday, January 12 1 Samuel 8:4-7, 10-22a; Ps 89:16-19; Mark 2:1‑12 Saturday, January 13 - St. Hilary; Blessed Virgin Mary 1 Samuel 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a; Ps 21:2-7; Mark 2:13‑17 Sunday, January 14 - 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20; John 1:35-42
House Blessings Parishioners may request a house blessing by contacting the parish office, 702-459-7778. You will be contacted by one of our Deacons.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Volunteer couples needed! Our Marriage Preparation Program at Holy Spirit - “For Better and Forever” - is in need of couples in a strong marriage that are willing to meet with engaged couples to guide them through our program. Training is provided! For more information, please contact Jennifer and Len Perroots at [email protected] or call (702) 528-3446.
All kings shall pay him homage, all nations shall serve him.
— Psalm 72:11
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First Sunday of Advent - December 3, 2017
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This “new year” is going to bring about a lot of changes! Biggest and most important of all is, of course, the completion of and moving into our new Church building. It is still scheduled for completion in early May of 2018 with a tentative date of Dedication on Monday,
May 14. Our first weekend to be in the church itself is the weekend of May 19/20 — our annual parish feast day: Pentecost! Remember, this could still change should there be a delay in shipments, some kind of labor problems or the Diocese halting construction because of lack of funds. I hope that none of this happens, but we will be monitoring all these possible developments and keeping all informed. Other changes are the moving to South Carolina of John and Katie Breeden. Their last “official” weekend here is January 20/21; on that weekend, Deacon John will preach at all the Masses and both he and Katie will be there after each Mass to say “goodbye” to parishioners and to let all of you say thanks and farewell to them. Because of their leaving, two new positions need to be filled. I’m happy to announce that this is happening. Deacon Rich Green has joined the staff of Holy Spirit as of January 1. Deacon Rich has been serving at Christ the King for many years; he and his wife, Charlene, live only a few blocks away from our parish site. I will write more about Deacon Rich in a future column. Hired as our new Director of Finance is Patti Fitzpatrick who will begin here on January 8. Patti and her family have been members of the parish for several years; Patti has been very involved as a volunteer in our grief ministry, New Beginnings — especially in funeral planning. She was Director of Finance in a parish in Chicago, prior to moving to Las Vegas. Again, I will write more about Patti in a future column. Our Director of Music, Debbie Hasterok, will be moving to the Phoenix area in May or June of this year — to be closer to children and grandchildren. We have been advertising for about two months for someone to take her place — someone who has extensive background in both music and liturgy. We advertised on a national website: www.catholicjobs.com and have had nearly a dozen persons apply. Interviews for these persons begin next week. Finally, with a big new church building soon to be finished, we will be looking for a full-time Director of Maintenance/Facility Manager. We are working on the job description now and will begin advertising for that position soon. So, lots of new things in this New Year!
Bishop Gorman High School PLACEMENT EXAM
Find out what a Bishop Gorman education can mean for your child.
Current 8th grade students interested in applying to Bishop Gorman High School for Fall 2018 are invited to take our
placement exam scheduled for:
SATURDAY, JANUARY 20th (8:00 a.m. check-in)
Prospective students that take the placement exam by
January 20th are included in our first pool of applicants considered for admission. Additionally, applicants active
in their Catholic parish receive priority admission consideration.
PRE-REGISTER for the exam by following the link on
the homepage of our website:
www.bishopgorman.org or
Register on-site the day of the exam
The $50 application fee covers the cost of the exam. If you have further questions, please contact our
Admissions Department at 702-476-4060 or [email protected]
First Sunday of Advent - December 3, 2017
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New to the parish? You may return this form in the collection or to the office. Or register online at: www.holyspiritlv.org
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Anna Forsberg : Director of Children’s Ministry and Faith Formation
[email protected] Tel: 702-459-7778 Ext 112
Important Dates coming up:
We are currently on Christmas and
New Year Break. Class returns on January 7th, 2018.
7th January
CLASS FOR ALL 11am—12:00pm BGHS Classrooms
Go Seek Find Sacramental Preparation
Retreat 2-6pm. Sacramental Prep children do not attend class in
the morning but instead attend the retreat. Please sign your child in at Lecture Hall 325 at
2pm and join us for Mass at 5pm or collect your child after Mass in the back cafeteria at 6pm.
14th January
NO CLASS—MLK Weekend
21st January CLASS FOR ALL 11am—12:00pm
BGHS Classrooms Mandatory Sacramental Preparation
Parent Briefing Introducing the Go Seek Find Eucharistic Program.
28th January
CLASS FOR ALL 11am—12:00pm BGHS Classrooms
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Louie Latina Director of Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 (702) 901-4106; (702)379-5723 [email protected] Facebook Ɩ Twitter Ɩ Instagram
THE UPPER ROOM Winter 2017/18 Calendar
Life Nights are held Sunday’s from 6:30-8:00pm (Unless otherwise noted) and are open to all those in 9th-12th Grades.
EDGE Nights: Middle School Youth Ministry Wednesdays 5:00-6:30pm
All Edge Sessions Take Place in the Upper Room Email the Youth Ministry Office for a full registration packet for our 2017-2018 Edge Year. You can also download a registration pack on our website. Sacramental Prep also available January 10th: EDGE NIGHT To the Heights Week #1: Base Camp: An Introduction to the Mass January 17th: EDGE NIGHT To the Heights Week #2: Gathering Gear: Preparing for the Liturgy January 24th: EDGE NIGHT To the Heights Week #3: Climbing Season: An Edge Night on the Liturgical Year
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JANUARY: January 7th: LIFE NIGHT Complete Guide to Human Happiness Week #1: “We’re Waiting for You: Our Response to God’s Love” January 14th: LIFE NIGHT Complete Guide to Human Happiness Week #2: “New & Improved: God’s Law” January 21st: LIFE NIGHT Complete Guide to Human Happiness Week #3: “Eat Your Vegetables: Church Authority” January 28th: LIFE NIGHT Complete Guide to Human Happiness Week #4: “The Drive of Your Life: Conscience Formation”
FEBRUARY: February 11th: LIFE NIGHT “Heart of Stone” Lenten XLT Prayer Night February 18th RITE OF COVENANT 5pm Mass All Sacramental Year (Year 2) Candidates and their parents/sponsors attend. (Signing the Book of Confirmation) February 18th: 1:8 CONFIRMATION SESSIONS 2:30-4:30pm – Formation Year (Year 1) “Support System: Your Sponsor” Sponsors attend this session with the candidates 6:30-8:30pm – Sacramental Year (Year 2) “On a Mission: The Church’s Missionary Mandate” February 25th: LIFE NIGHT Unsettled Series Week #1: “Unexpected Gift: St. Gianna & Matrimony”
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I DON’T NEED GRIEF GROUP BUT A CUP OF
COFFEE WOULD BE NICE!
Meet 1:1 with one of our caring Holy Spirit bereavement ministers to talk about
the death of your loved one. Free of charge.
Call the Holy Spirit parish office at 702-459-7778 to schedule a time
convenient for you. NORMAL GRIEF SYMPTOMS
SUPPORT GROUPS ALSO AVAILABLE
NEW BEGINNINGS
A Ministry of Hope, Healing and Consolation
New Beginnings is a Bereavement
Ministry designed to provide support to Christian individuals who have experienced traumatic loss in their lives. The grieving process can cause a sense of feeling disconnected, dismayed and can fill the individual with a sense of hopelessness and despair. New Beginnings offers several services that will gently accompany the bereaved and the parish community in their adjustment to the fact of death and to the sorrow this entails.
• HOPE Catholic Funeral Mass Planning and Coordination Our faith reminds us of the sure and certain hope that our loved one who died in Christ will rise with him on the last day. A compassionate and non-judgmental funeral coordinator will guide you in planning a beautiful funeral liturgy for your deceased loved one. You will be assisted in choosing Scripture readings and hymns that express our Christian hope in Christ’s saving death and resurrection.
Contact: Patti Fitzpatrick 702-459-7778
• HEALING Grief Facilitation -“Blessed are they who mourn; they shall be consoled” (Matthew 5:3) This support group offers trained individuals to help the bereaved understand the process of grief. In these classes, individuals examine their feelings during this intense period and look at coping mechanisms to move through the process feeling guided and not alone. The service has structured classes on various topics and also offers sessions for participants to examine their experiences and share with others in a safe environment led by a facilitator. Contact: Susie Cram 702-459-7778
• CONSOLATION Helping the Bereaved -“If one member suffers in the body of Christ which is the Church, all the members suffer with that member” (1 Cor. 12:26) When a member of Christ’s Body dies, the faithful are called to a ministry of consolation to those who have suffered the loss of one whom they love. This is an in-service offered to help individuals who are close to, work with, or know someone who has suffered a loss, but who are not sure how to help the bereaved. The instructor will teach the participants the stages of grief, describe normal grief behavior and share ways to journey with the individual they want to help or support. Contact: Susie Cram 702-459-7778
Is your marriage going down the right road . . . or is it a little off track? Life can be difficult, and so can the challenges you face in marriage. Does the distance between you seem wide? Are you already separated? Looking for a better way? Retrouvaille can help and offers hope for a better relationship. Retrouvaille is a peer ministry of volunteer couples that can help you learn the tools of healthy communication, build intimacy and heal, just as they have done in their own marriages. Retrouvaille is Christian-based, and Catholic in origin, but welcomes couples of all faiths as well as non-religious couples. Retrouvaille can help get your relationship back on track. For more information about our upcoming February 9 – 11th, 2018 Retrouvaille Weekend program, contact registration team: John & Paula @ (702)812-8873 or visit our website: HelpOurMarriage.com
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JANUARY 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
BK=Fr. Bill Kenny TG=Fr. Tom Gross JA=Fr. Joe Annese
1 7:30 TG OFFICE CLOSED
2 7:30 BK OFFICE CLOSED
Grief Support 6pm
3 7:30 BK 4 7:30 BK
HS Bible Study 2:30pm
Social Committee 6:30pm
KofC Council 7pm
5 7:30 BK 6 7:30 BK 4:00 BK
7 7:30 JA 9:30 JA 11:00 SOAR 12:30 JA 2:00 1st Recon. Retreat & Mass 5:00 BK 6:30 Upper Room
8 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm Baptism Prep 7pm
9 7:30 TG Elementary 1st Reconciliation 6pm
10 7:30 TG Prayer Shawl Ministry 10am Edge Night 5pm Core Team 7pm
11 7:30 TG HS Bible Study 2:30pm Elementary 1st Reconciliation 6pm
12 7:30 TG 13 7:30 BK 4:00 JA
14 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 JA 6:30 Upper Room
15 7:30 TG
OFFICE CLOSED MARTIN
LUTHER KING, JR. DAY
Momnipotent 9:30am & 7pm
16 7:30 BK Grief Support 6pm
17 7:30 BK Edge Night 5pm
18 7:30 BK HS Bible Study 2:30pm Liturgy Team Meeting 6:30pm
19 7:30 BK 20 7:30 BK 4:00 BK
21 7:30 JA 9:30 JA 11:00 Eucharist Parent Briefing SOAR 12:30 JA 5:00 BK 6:30 Upper Room
22 7:30 TG Outreach Team 6pm Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm
23 7:30 BK 24 7:30 BK Prayer Shawl Ministry 10am Edge Night 5pm
25 7:30 BK HS Bible Study 2:30pm KofC Officers Mtg. 7pm
26 7:30 BK 27 7:30 BK 4:00 JA
28 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 JA 6:30 Upper Room
29 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm
30 7:30 BK 31 7:30 BK Edge Night 5pm
