St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

105 Bonnabel Blvd. Metairie, LA 70005

www.scschurch.com

Pastor: Fr. Tim Hedrick Parochial Vicar: Fr. Andrew Gutierrez

Office Hours: Monday — Thursday 8:30 am — 4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am — 2 pm (Summer Hours)

Parish Phone: 504-835-9343 Parish Fax: 504-835-1525 Parish Emergency Line: 504-833-8507 St. Vincent de Paul Assistance: 504-267-9507

Mass Schedule

Monday — Friday 9:00 am Wednesday 6:00 pm Saturday (Vigil) 4:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:30 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Monday 8:30 am Wednesday 8:30 am and 5:30 pm Friday 8:30 am Saturday 3:00 pm Or By Appointment

Devotions

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel)

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena (Tues 9:30 am in Church) Rosary (Mon — Fri 8:15 am in Church)

Rosary (Mon 6 pm in Church)

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School

400 Codifer Blvd. Metairie, LA 70005 www.scsgators.org

Principal: Mrs. Kimberlie Kilroy

School Phone: 504-831-1166 School Fax: 504-833-8982

Hearing assistance devices are available in Church. Please see an usher if you need one.

St. Catherine of siena catholic church August 4, 2019

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

“Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love!”

Established in 1921

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Mass Intentions Saturday, August 3 4:00 pm Daniel Alfred Boudreaux † Jonathan Catoir † Wendy Clesi † Jane Crowell Adam Christopher Dicks † Ronald Ducombs † Thomas Fisher † Frank Andrew France, Sr. † Anna Gleason † Dan Guidry † Sherie Harris Carl Hellmers BeBé Maestri Ashlie Randazza Moses † John Piglia † Theresa Ripberger † Patrick A. Tesson, Jr. † Sunday, August 4 7:00 am Lloyd Mutter † 9:00 am Parish Family 11:00 am Helen Aber † Patrick Richard Abide † Mr. and Mrs. S.J. Boudreaux † Jonathan Catoir † Bella Guilbeau Dantin † Louis and Barbara de Reiul † Patrick J. Farrelly, Jr. † Dr. Warren Ferrand † Raymond Gambel † Anna Gleason † Scott Grandbouche † Kathleen Kelley † Margie Smith Lentini Rebecca Bryant Loch † Ashlie Randazza Moses † Parish Family Randy Perrone † Herbert † and Audrey Simpson 5:30 pm Joseph Costa † Monday, August 5 9:00 am Patsy McAuliffe † Tuesday, August 6 9:00 am Steven J. Bonnet † Wednesday, August 7 9:00 am Lorraine Brockhaus Guidry † 6:00 pm Kathleen Aubin Thursday, August 8 9:00 am Sr. Imelda Moriarty, CCVI † Friday, August 9 9:00 am Richard W. Hopkins †

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Today’s Readings First Reading: Vanity of vanities! All things are vanity! (Ecclesiastes 1). Psalm: If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 90). Second Reading: You too will appear with Christ your life in glory (Colossians 3). Gospel: For though one may be rich, one’s life does not consist of possessions (Luke 12). Readings for the Week Monday: Nm 11:4b-15; Ps 81:12-17; Mt 14:13-21 Tuesday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pt 1:16-19; Lk 9:28b-36 Wednesday: Nm 13:1-2, 25 — 14:1, 26-29a, 34-35; Ps 106:6-7ab, 13-14, 21-23; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: Nm 20:1-13; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Mt 16:13-23 Friday: Dt 4:32-40; Ps 77:12-16, 21; Mt 16:24-28 Saturday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 Sunday: Wis 18:6-9; Ps 33:1, 12, 18-22; Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lk 12:32-48 Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major Tuesday: The Transfiguration of the Lord Wednesday: St. Sixtus II and Companions; St. Cajetan Thursday: St. Dominic Friday: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Saturday: St. Lawrence Scripture Reflection A jar of honey lasts practically forever. The oldest jar of honey ever discovered was over five thousand years old. Honey is quite different from market-fresh produce, then; because most fruits and vegetables last only a few days, we treat them carefully. At this time of summer, we rush to find recipes for cherries and cucumbers so we won’t waste a single one. We wouldn’t feel that same urgency about honey. In our own way, we are as delightful and fragile as ripe produce. Today’s readings urge us not to spoil, but to make good use of our limited time on earth. Ecclesiastes reminds us that because God provides for us now and always, we can manage our daily affairs without anxiety. Saint Paul encourages the Colossians to keep thoughts of heaven in everything they do, and Jesus himself asks us to treasure not earthly wealth, but God alone. Archdiocesan Family Prayer Loving and faithful God, through the years the people of our archdiocese have appreciated the prayers and love of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in times of war, disaster, epidemic and illness. We come to you, Father, with Mary our Mother, and ask you to help us in the battle of today against violence, murder and racism. We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people. Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence. Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a holy family. Amen. St. Catherine of Siena Parish Prayer God, Our Father, we thank you for our parish community of St. Catherine of Siena. Thank you for the many blessings that you have given us, but especially for calling us to serve as disciples of your son, Jesus Christ. As we gather today, we ask that you send your Holy Spirit to guide us in everything that we do. Transform our hearts and lead us closer to you. Help us always to seek to be a parish that is Centered on Christ and Ablaze with Love. We ask all of these things in the name of Jesus, and through the intercession of our Blessed Mother. St. Catherine of Siena, pray for us! St. Michael the Archangel Prayer St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Memorials

The Sanctuary Candles are for the Special Intentions of Fr. Tim Hedrick

The Divine Mercy Candles are for the Special Intentions of the Couvillon Family

The Flowers at the Our Lady of Fatima shrine are In Memory of Herbert Simpson

Contact Frances Skiffington at 834-1709 or fskiffin@gmail.com for dedications.

Prayer & Worship

Our Mission

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Parish exists to form and send forth

a community of disciples of Jesus Christ who witness by

joyfully living the Gospel.

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Parish News

New Parishioner: Welcome! Please extend a warm welcome to Ruth Tufts, St. Catherine of Siena’s newest parishioner. Baptisms: Congratulations! Congratulations to the following children who were baptized recently at St. Catherine.

• Elijah Alexander Branson, child of Anthony and Kristen Branson • Sarah Jane Simpson, child of Seth and Brandi Simpson, IV • Emma Leslie Zerby, child of Bourne and Paige Zerby

Fellowship Sunday: August 4 Sunday, August 4, will be Fellowship Sunday. All are invited to gather in the Melancon Center after the 9 am Mass to visit with new and long-time parishioners, and to enjoy coffee and doughnuts. Sunday Morning Childcare to Resume: August 4 The babysitting service for six-month-olds to five-year-olds will resume on Sunday, August 4, during the 11 am Mass, in the Melancon Center. This summer, we assessed the babysitting service, which previously was offered at both 9 am and 11 am Masses. After speaking with many of the families who most often utilize the babysitting service, we have concluded that it would be most beneficial to offer babysitting only at the 11am Mass. For more information, please contact Jazmin Gutierrez, our Childcare and Nursery Coordinator, at jgutierrez@arch-no.org. Tithing Funds Distribution Input: August 8 St. Catherine sets aside 7% of each weekend collection to help the poor and needy. When the parish finance council meets quarterly, they distribute the funds from the tithing account. If you have any suggestions for charitable organizations that SCS could possibly support, you can send a request to denise@scschurch.com for consideration. We support nonprofit organizations that serve the poor, needy, homeless, etc. All requests must be made before August 8. CYO Night and Eighth Grade Welcome: August 11 We want to welcome all upcoming eighth graders to CYO! All high school students (8-12th grade) are invited to the Youth Room for the monthly youth night and dinner from 6:30-8 pm. Junior High (6-7th grade) and High School students (8-12th grade) are invited to our Monthly Youth Mass, held on Sunday, August 11, at 5:30 pm in the Church.

Ten-Session Psalms Study to Begin: August 13 A 10-session study of Psalms will begin on Tuesday, August 13. Program creators Jeff Cavins, Sara Christmyer, and Tim Gray reveal how the poetic beauty of Psalms is Israel’s response to their covenant and a model for our own life and our covenant with God. Sessions will take place in the Melancon Center from 10 am-noon. For more information or to register, contact Carol Rooney, carolbrooney@aol.com or 460-0318. Radio Rosary at St. Catherine: August 13 Join in the praying of the rosary on Tuesday, August 13, starting at 6 pm in the parish office conference room. For more information contact Mickey Lacombe at mllacombe@cox.net. Journey through Church History: September 5 A 20-part study of Church history will take place on Thursday evenings, from September 5-February 13, 6:45-8:30 pm, in the Melancon Center. Presented by Steve Weidenkopf, the “Epic: A Journey through Church History” DVD series takes participants through the major people, places, and events that make up the history of the Catholic Church. The series shows the glory of the Church founded by Christ and helps participants understand how they fit into this Epic story. The cost for the study is $35. Class will not meet on October 31, November 28, December 26, or January 2. To register or for more information, contact Mary Jeandron, 858-4464 or maryms777@aol.com. Parish School of Religion Classes: September 8 Parish School of Religion (PSR) classes begin on Sunday, September 8. PSR registration forms can be found on the parish website and in the narthex of the church. The Parish School of Religion is for students in grades Kindergarten through 10th grade who do not attend Catholic School. If you have any questions, please contact Paula Atchley, Director of Religious Education, at paula@scschurch.com. CYO Kickoff: September 8 All high school students (8-12th grade) are invited to our CYO Kickoff on Sunday, September 8 at 7 pm. For more information, contact Mary Bielski, Youth Director, at mary@scschurch.com. Morning of Reflection: September 21 All are invited to the annual morning of reflection sponsored by the St. Catherine of Siena Rosary Altar Society, on Saturday, September 21, 8:30-11:30 am, in the church. Presenter Fr. Jacob Dumont, LC, will speak on “Forgiveness.” Please save the date and plan to attend! 2019—2020 Confirmation Registration Registration forms for the 2019-2020 Confirmation class can be found in the narthex of the church and on the parish website. The St. Catherine of Siena Confirmation program is for parishioners who are juniors or seniors in high school. If you have any questions, contact Paula Atchley, Director of Religious Education, at paula@scschurch.com. Children’s Liturgy of the Word Needs Volunteers Children’s Liturgy of the Word is designed to give the word of the Lord to children in a fun and enjoyable way. It is open to all preschool to elementary age children attending the 11 am Mass. Children are escort-ed to the Melancon Center prior to the Liturgy of the Word where they will experience the Gospel with age appropriate tools. The children return to Church after the homily. To continue this wonderful ministry we are in need of new volunteers to rotate two Sundays a month. If this ministry sounds like it is calling you, please contact Paula Atchley at paula@scschurch.com or 835-9343, so we may continue on the path to share the Catholic faith to our most precious little ones. Three Air Mattresses Needed A St. Vincent de Paul client is in need of three air mattresses—in sizes California king, queen, and twin. If any parishioners have air mattresses that they can donate, please call Ken Krey at 289-2465. Thank you. Wedding: Congratulations! Congratulations to Addison David Drouant and Kayla Graham Waddell who were married recently at St. Catherine of Siena.

July 27-28, 2019 General Collection $17,567.25

Weekly Electronic Giving $8,740.00

Poor Box $972.00

Total Collection $27,279.25 Thank you for financially supporting the mission of St.

Catherine Parish. We appreciate your generosity. 7% of the weekly collection is used for missionary outreach.

August 4

after 9 am Mass

Melancon Center

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Saturday, August 3 Sunday, August 4 Monday, August 5 Tuesday, August 6 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C)

SVDP FOOD COLLECTION B Barrett Complex C Church CAF Cafeteria CR Conference Room G Gym MC Melancon Center R Rectory YR Youth Room S School OC Off Campus

7:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 9:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 10:00 am Baptism (C) 10:00 am Fellowship Sunday (C) 11:00 am Childcare (MC) 11:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 5:00 pm Men’s Club Basketball (G) 5:30 pm Sunday Mass / Troop 230 (C) 6:45 pm Troop 230 Meeting (CAF)

SVDP FOOD COLLECTION

8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 6:00 pm Rosary for Healing (C) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 7:00 pm KC Officers (CR)

8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 5:15 am Liturgy Committee (CR) 5:30 pm Legion of Mary (MC) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 7:00 pm Baptismal Seminar (CR)

Wednesday, August 7 Thursday, August 8 Friday, August 9 Saturday, August 10 8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:45 am Bible Study (MC) 10:00 am SVdP Food Distribution (MC) 6:00 pm Men’s Club Basketball (G)

8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am RAS Cleaning of the Church (C)

2:00 pm Baptism (C) 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C) 7:00 pm Men’s Club/Co-op New Parent Party (OC)

6:30 am Men of St. Joseph (MC) 8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 10:00 am SVdP Monthly Meeting (MC) 10:00 am Bible Study (MC) 5:30 pm Reconciliation (C) 6:00 pm Daily Mass (C) 7:00 pm Pastoral Council (MC)

Weekly Calendar: August 3-10

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Summer Camp Week 1 Pep Rally Alpha Testimony: Patricia Lawson When I enrolled in Alpha this past January, I felt as if I was at a crossroads in my life. Over the past several years, my life had drastically changed. Shortly after my retirement from a satisfying 38+ year career in education, I lost both my husband, Patrick, and mother, Ora Gilly, within 10 months of each other. Two years later, I sold my home in Glastonbury, Connecticut, and relocated to New Orleans, primarily to provide support and care for my elderly father who suffered with serious medical issues as well as dementia. After he passed in April of 2018, I felt really alone, lost, and confused. In addition, I had many questions about my uncertain future and about my Catholic faith. What is my purpose in life? How can I discover what my purpose is? How can I do God’s will if I am not sure what His will is? Do I really matter in the world? Where does my life journey go from here? How can I develop a more personal, loving and intimate relationship with God? Although several people told me how beneficial Alpha had been for them, I remained skeptical. After all, these were deeply personal questions. How could a group activity such as Alpha provide me with the guidance that I needed, the answers that I sought? How would others who really did not know me help me to find answers to these life questions? Despite these reservations, I decided to give it a try. I attended the first session of Alpha not really knowing what to expect. I discovered participants were divided into several smaller groups. We first were treated to a delicious meal and some fellowship with other participants. I can remember thinking that I really did not have anything in common with most of the people in my group as they were young couples who were parents of small children. While they seemed to be nice people, what did I have in common with them? How could they understand the issues with which I was struggling? Following the meal, we watched a film and engaged in group discussion on a central theme. The theme for this first session was, “Is there more to life than this?” Perfect! Exactly what I was seeking. Some of the themes for the following weeks included, “How can we have faith?,” “Why did Jesus die?,” Who is the Holy Spirit?,” and “How can I make the most of my life?” Again, these topics seemed really to resonate for me in my present state of mind. I must admit that the first couple of sessions were personally disappointing for me and I seriously considered quietly quitting. As a person of faith, the film and the discussions initially seemed to be so self-evident and rudimentary. I was searching for something more profound, something deeper. I had real doubts that I would find any answers to the questions with which I struggled. I articulated this concern to one of the table leaders whom I knew. After listening patiently, she encouraged me to stick with it. I took her advice and I am so glad that I did. First and foremost, Alpha reaffirmed for me that I did indeed matter in the world. In all the noise and chaos of life, I had somehow forgotten that I was a beloved child of God who loves me and remains with me and will guide me. Even though I knew this, it had somehow gotten lost in my confusion. My participation in Alpha profoundly affected my Christian faith as well. I learned that it is natural to have questions to which we seek meaningful answers. This is, in fact, how we seek God in our lives. I also learned that all of us have one or more areas of our lives which need healing. Even though we were quite different in age, stage in life, and state of mind, I learned that all of us in the group shared one significant common bond; we were all pilgrims on a journey of faith. We walk this journey of faith because we seek to have a more personal relationship with God who loves us. By sharing our life stories, through the films and group discussions, through the music played, through praying for and with each other, and through the quiet time to reflect, I learned that all of us have burning questions to which we seek realistic answers to guide our lives. When the answers to these questions somehow elude us, we must seek the help of our fellow pilgrims. Faith is not a finite destination, but rather a work in progress, constantly evolving as we seek God present in our lives. I did not encounter any “burning bush” moments while participating in Alpha. It did not provide answers to all of my burning questions. But I did experience a few personal epiphanies thanks to fellow pilgrims who have become my friends. And while I may not have absolute answers to all of my life’s burning questions, my faith has been renewed and I am facing the future with the confidence that God remains near to me and will gently guide me along the way.

Alpha 4 starts on Tuesday, August 27. Please contact Joni, joni@scschurch.com or 835-9343, if you would like to participate.

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Milestone Anniversary Mass

Congratulations to the 40 couples celebrating milestone wedding anniversaries this year. These couples have a combined 1,045 years of married life. On June 22, they recently renewed their marriage vows at a special Mass. Thank you to Nicole Allen, Debbie Romagosa, Tina D'Antoni, Pat Fitzpatrick, and Donna Hummel for making this celebration possible. To listen to the milestone wedding anniversary homily, visit scschurch.com/homilies and click on “Marriage Anniversary/Corpus Christi.”

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Milestone Anniversary Reception

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Archdiocesan News God’s Special Children Mass: August 4 A Very Special Mass for persons with special needs and their families and friends is scheduled for Sunday, August 4, 2 pm, at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, in Metairie. Refreshments will be served immediately after Mass. St. Francis Xavier Church is totally wheelchair accessible and has off-street parking. For more information, call Joy Zainey at 834-5865 or visit godsspecialchildren.org. Traditional Herb Blessing Ceremony: August 15 The traditional herb blessing ceremony will take place after the 5 pm Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Thursday, August 15, at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 2734 Nashville Avenue. Archbishop Gregory Aymond will preside at the Mass. In many European countries the Feast of the Assumption is the traditional day for the blessings of herb gardens and the ripe harvest. Located in the long days of summer, this feast points to the harvest and to the end of time. The Feast of the Assumption is inextricably linked to Mary as bearer of God’s Son, and the fruits of creation. Traditionally in Europe and in some area churches, wreaths of fresh and dried herbs and scented plants are placed near the reading stand in the worship space. Fragrance in the Scripture calls to mind the witness of the Holy Spirit. We recall that the anointing of the Lord as of earthly kings was done with fragrant myrrh, “Your robe is all fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia” (Ps. 45). For more information, email shrineolps, visit shrineofourladyofpromptsuccor.com, or call 866-0200. NAIM Event to Include Mass for Deceased Spouses and Meal Fellowship: August 17 Those who have been widowed are invited to attend a Mass in remem-brance of deceased spouses, on Saturday, August 17, 4 pm, at St. Phil-ip Neri, 6500 Kawanee Avenue, Metairie. Afterward, an evening meal consisting of three types of Papa John’s pizzas, mixed salad, and sundaes will be available for $10 per person. Those with August birthdays will be treated to the first places in the pizza and dessert lines. Guests are welcome. The event is sponsored by the Kenner-St. Philip Neri Naim ministry. For more information, contact Carolyn at 888-1835 or carolynpflug@gmail.com. Named after the widow of Naim whose son Jesus raised from the dead (Lk. 7:11-17), NAIM is a Catholic self-help organization for widows and widowers offering emotional support and spiritual and social activities through regular monthly meetings, socials, and religious activities. Heavenly Host of Stars Gala to Benefit the Sisters of the Holy Family: August 18 The Grammy-nominated Hall of Fame group, The Whispers, will take the stage at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans in a benefit performance for the Sisters of the Holy Family, Sunday, August 18, at 7 pm. The Heavenly Host of Stars Gala is a major fundraising event to help sustain the long-standing ministries of the Sisters of the Holy Family as well as the retirement needs of elderly sisters. The patron party begins at 5:30 pm; the Gala starts at 7 pm. All are invited to offer their support by purchasing tickets or becoming a sponsor for this event! For more information, visit http://www.sistersoftheholyfamily.com/Gala-Info.html or call 241-3088. Refreshment, Spiritual Empowerment: August 24

FRESH FIRE 2019, a day-long gathering for those desiring refreshment and empowerment in the Holy Spirit, will take place Saturday, August 24, 10 am-3 pm, at St Benilde Cafeteria, 1901 Division Street, Metairie. The event is sponsored by the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of New Orleans (CCRNO). Speakers will include Deacon Larry and Andi Oney, Johnny Bertucci, and Casey Sprehe—all leaders in Catholic Charismatic Renewal. The theme for the day is “Anointing, Fall on Us” and will focus on the

call of the Lord to us now, as CCRNO celebrates its fiftieth anniversary. The day will include praise and worship, preaching, and empowerment ministry. Music will be provided by Jamie Diliberto and Tongues of Fire. Registration is $30 per person and includes lunch. Special price for youth ages 18-30, $10. Register online at www.ccrno.org no later than Wednesday, August 21, 12:00 noon, to reserve your lunch. On-site registration will be accepted but no lunch is guaranteed. Visit www.ccrno.org or call CCRNO at 828-1368 for more information.

Natural Family Planning Class Series: August 30 With professional instruction, Natural Family Planning (NFP) has proven itself to be safe, effective, and a moral way for couples to plan their families. It is a method which respects the meaning of human sexuality as God created it and thus married love is enhanced and strengthened. The Office of Marriage and Family Life is offering a Friday evening series of classes in the SymptoPro™ Method of NFP, conducted by Kelly Donahue of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Classes will meet on August 30, September 13, September 27, and October 25, 6:30-8:30 pm, in the Most Holy Trinity Family Life Center, Covington. The cost is $100 and includes all classes and materials. Preregistration is required. Visit https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course to register online. Lorraine Hess in Prayer Concert: September 24 A prayer concert featuring Lorraine Hess, nationally published Catholic composer and recording artist with more than 35 years’ experience in music ministry, is scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, 7 pm, at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center, 5500 Saint Mary St., Me-tairie. Hess has a master’s degree in pastoral studies from the Loyola Institute of Ministry and is a national speaker, singer, and retreat facili-tator who has served throughout the country at multiple parishes and national Catholic conferences. She recently was named music director at St. Catherine of Siena Church and will begin her new responsibilities on September 2. For more information about the prayer concert, call 887-1420. Retreat Focusing on Women—Theology of the Body: September 26-29 A retreat focusing on the meaning of our being women, our ways of relating to men, the hungers of our hearts, and the unique “feminine genius”—to quote St. John Paul II—that enables us to be God’s intimacy in the world, will be offered from Thursday-Sunday, September 26-29, at St. Mary of the Pines Retreat Center, Chatawa, Mississippi. Present-ers Becky Clements and Paula Hunter are from southwest Louisiana and are experienced, certified retreat directors and leaders of groups in their Catholic Church communities. The suggested donation is $250 for a private room; $200 for a shared room. For more information and to reserve your retreat, contact Sr. Sue Von Bank, SSND, 601-783-0801, 601-741-3029, or retreatcenter@ssndcp.org. Start Training for Tour de Cure: October 26 Diabetes is a preventable illness that is reaching epidemic levels, and the toll on our community is staggering. One in 11 Americans has diabe-tes, and 86 million Americans have prediabetes, which can lead to Type 2 diabetes and a host of other complications. Annual health costs for individuals diagnosed with diabetes are 2.3 times higher than those without the disease, burdening the health care system and, even more, families. Tour de Cure 2019, scheduled for Saturday, October 26, at the north lot of Lakefront Arena, will be a celebration of the New Orle-ans community and a health and wellness springboard. April Dupre is honorary chair and is bringing her “Treat Ya Self!” mantra to the Ameri-can Diabetes Association. In addition to a 5K fun run/walk and a 10-, 30-, and 62-mile cycling event, Tour de Cure will include Eat Fit NOLA and local food trucks, community health providers, and health screen-ings. There will be entertainment for the entire family, including live music and a kids’ zone so that families can come out and support their runners, walkers, and cyclists. For more information, search “Tour de Cure New Orleans.”

Prayer for Protection During Hurricane Season Lord Jesus Christ, our God in the flesh! As You saved Your apostles from perishing in a storm by calming wind and wave on Your command, so now keep us safe and sound during hurricane season. Grant us favorable and benign weather. Protect us from the unpredictable elements of nature. Spare us from storm, flood, fire, illness, injury, disaster and sudden death. Preserve us from all evil and harm, for we, though sinful, are nonetheless the work of Your hands—and You, together with Your Father who has no beginning and Your holy, good, and life-giving Spirit, are our God, in whom we live, move, and have our being, now and ever, and for ages and ages. Amen.

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Parish Contacts

Parish Staff Rev. Timothy Hedrick, J.C.L., Pastor frtim@scschurch.com, ext. 1501 Rev. Andrew Gutierrez, Parochial Vicar frandrew@scschurch.com, ext. 1502 Deacon Mike Coney dcnmike@scschurch.com, ext. 1521 Deacon Paul Hauck dcnpaul@scschurch.com, ext. 1522 Deacon Don Richard, ext. 1523 dcndon@scschurch.com Denise Allain, Financial Manager denise@scschurch.com, ext. 1503 Paula Atchley, Director of Religious Education paula@scschurch.com, ext. 1506 Charmaine Barberito, Financial Assistant cbarb@scschurch.com, ext. 1515 Mary Bielski, Director of Youth Ministry mary@scschurch.com, ext. 1510 Stephanie Dureau, Director of Music Ministry sdureau@bellsouth.net Mary Johnson, Receptionist / Bulletin Editor info@scschurch.com, ext. 1500 Kimberlie Kilroy, Principal kkilroy@scsgators.org, 831-1166 Joni Parent Maurer, Director of Evangelization joni@scschurch.com, ext. 1509 Raymond Nash, Custodian Kim Piraro, Rectory & Church Office Coordinator kim@scschurch.com, ext. 1512 Miranda Powell, Office Assistant miranda@scschurch.com, ext. 1509 Debbie Romagosa, Administrative Assistant debbie@scschurch.com, ext. 1504

Sacramental Preparation Baptism — Baptisms take place after 11 am Mass each weekend. Contact the parish office to sign up for a date and begin the preparation process. Confirmation — Confirmation will be celebrated for 11th and 12th graders in February. Classes begin in September. Marriage — Please contact a priest at least 8 months before the wedding and before making arrangements. Anointing of the Sick — Upon request for the seriously ill, infirm, and those undergoing major surgery. Please contact the parish office when someone is home bound or hospitalized and in need of the sacrament. Funerals — Please contact a priest before making arrangements with the funeral home.

Joining our Parish Welcome to St. Catherine of Siena Parish! Anyone interested in joining the parish, please fill out a gold registration form located in the gathering area of the church and return it to the parish office.

Bulletin Deadline To be considered for publication, bulletin notices must be received in the parish office, via email, by noon of nine days before the Sunday for which the notice is intended.

Parish Ministry Contacts

Acts 29 Joni Parent Maurer 835-9343 joni@scschurch.com Adoration Chapel Mary Jeandron 887-3063 maryms777@aol.com

Altar Servers Kerry Dominique 481-7691 SJEPKC@gmail.com Baptisms Marion Eigenbrod 267-9505 baptism@scschurch.com Bible Study Carol Rooney 460-0318 carolbrooney@aol.com Bereavement Ministry Becky Steppe 289-6636 rks45@outlook.com Boy Scouts Bryan Roser 722-7372 bryanroser@cox.net Childcare / Nursery Jazmin Gutierrez 835-9343 jgutierrez@arch-no.org Children’s Liturgy Lucy Karam 318-542-5874 lkaram@iberiabank.com Confirmation (Teen) Paula Atchley 835-9343 paula@scschurch.com Confirmation (Adult) Jennifer Collins

Joni Parent Maurer 610-2728 494-3418 jenniferbabincollins@gmail.com

joni@scschurch.com Cub Scouts Girard Boineau

Yvette Lionnet 228-3632 309-0471 gboineau@windsorcourthotel.com

ylionnet77@gmail.com CYO Mary Bielski 835-9343 mary@scschurch.com Eucharistic Ministers Norman Romagosa 301-7149 njromagosa@hotmail.com Fair Sumer Simone 657-2197 scsfair@gmail.com FAMILIA Lori Lundgren 723-5170 pslundgren@cox.net Family Life Paul & Lil Hauck 834-2728 phauck14@gmail.com Feeding the Homeless Barbara Renaudin 833-1945 barbararenaudin@yahoo.com Fellowship Sunday Pat Higginbotham 835-8419 webhigg@cox.net Finance Council Charlie Giraud 343-2107 charles.a.giraud@outlook.com Girl Scouts Helen Fish 220-4744 helenfish@cox.net Grief Support Group Patricia Lawson 860-214-2681 paglawson@gmail.com Homebound Visitation Beth Gambel 427-5669 bethgambel@aol.com Hotel Hope Janet Meyers 343-1315 jsmeyers1@yahoo.com Knights of Columbus Richard Haffner 583-4349 rhaffnerkc@yahoo.com K4J VBS Tram Jacobs

Michelle Alley 400-8726 382-8930 vujacobs@cox.net

michellebuissonalley@gmail.com Lectors Randi Robarts 905-6343 randirobarts@yahoo.com Legion of Mary Ken Krey 289-2465 kkrey345@cox.net Liturgy Committee Patricia Fitzpatrick 430-1136 pfitzpatrickrd@att.net Lord, Teach Me To Pray Karen Babbitt 837-1049 karenrbabbitt@gmail.com

Marriage Preparation Anand & Maya Irimpen 834-9269 airimpe@tulane.edu

Matthew 25 Sheryl Brown 833-4959 sadbrown111@gmail.com Meals on Wheels Mary Sue Battle 583-0955 marysuebattle@gmail.com

Men of St. Joseph Harry Hardin Don Engler

756-0822 908-2392

harry.hardin@hancockwhitney.com englerdon@hotmail.com

Men’s Club Mike Cascio Bobby Brulet

463-4110 606-1702 michael@fleurdeliseventrental.com

bpbno@yahoo.com Music Ministry Stephanie Dureau 835-9343 sdureau@bellsouth.net Parish School of Religion Paula Atchley 835-9343 paula@scschurch.com Pastoral Council Les Nettleton 831-4890 lesn@bellsouth.net Prayer Line Carl Hellmers

Yvonne Hellmers 833-1197 chellmers@yahoo.com Prayer Teams Dcn. Mike Coney 835-9343 dcnmike@scschurch.com Prime Time Judy Watts 828-4524 judywatts1@yahoo.com Prison Ministry Mark Truxillo 510-4563 m.mark.truxillo@gmail.com Radio Rosary Mickey Lacombe 432-8275 mllacombe@cox.net RCIA Kurt Garcia 957-7100 kurtgarciaRCIA@gmail.com Respect Life Committee Stephanie Hellmers 495-6964 Hellm3@aol.com Rosary Altar Society Donna Hummel 451-7456 donna.hummel@cox.net School Kimberlie Kilroy 831-1166 kkilroy@scsgators.org

School Co-op Karon Cooper Antoinette Bearden

220-8262 817-504-7802

kristensenk@bellsouth.net antoinette@beardenonline.com

St. Vincent de Paul Karen Haydel 267-9507 svdp@scschurch.com Summer Camp Matt Orillion 831-2688 camp@scschurch.com Ushers Georges Legrand 583-9425 glegrand@mblb.com Violence Prevention Christi Sumich 909-2394 cksumich@yahoo.com

Vocation Committee Leslie Baudry Rich Baudry 442-7013

931-0271 leslie@baudrytherapy.com rich@baudrytherapy.com

Wedding Coordinator Jeanie Favret 583-3438 favretc0@aol.com Women’s Club Kim Navarre 920-8463 kimnavarre623@gmail.com

Alpha Joni Maurer 835-9343 joni@scschurch.com