8
We extend a very special welcome to our friends and visitors who have come to pray with us today. Whether you’re just having a look or are searching for a place to worship, we’re happy to have you here. We trust that our worship will be encouraging to all and hope that you find a warm, welcoming community here at St. Mary Magdalene. St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church MASS SCHEDULE Saturday - 5:00 p.m. (Anticipated) Sunday - 9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Español 5:00 p.m. Weekday Mass: Tuesday thru Friday - 6:00 p.m. (Monday - Communion Service at 6:00 p.m.) EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Tuesday - 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday - 3:30 p.m. CONTACT INFORMATION 18221 FM 2493, Flint, Texas 75762 Office: 903-894-7647 Fax: 903-894-7739 www.stmarymagdaleneflint.org For Sacramental Emergencies call: V. Rev. James Rowland: 903-283-3340 SUNDAY READINGS First Reading Isaiah 35:1-6,10 In the day of the Lord, all sorrow and mourn- ing will cease. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 146:6-7,8-9,9-10 The Lord will save his people. Second Reading James 5:7-10 Be patient, and be ready; the coming of the Lord is near. Gospel Reading Matthew 11:2-11 Jesus tells John the Baptist of the signs of the kingdom that are being worked through him and praises John as more than a prophet. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15 TH , 2019 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT Behold, I am sending my messenger ahead of you; he will prepare your way before you.

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Page 1: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

We extend a very special welcome to our

friends and visitors who have come to pray

with us today Whether yoursquore just having a

look or are searching for a place to worship

wersquore happy to have you here We trust that

our worship will be encouraging to all and

hope that you find a warm welcoming

community here at St Mary Magdalene

St Mary Magdalene

Catholic Church

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday - 500 pm (Anticipated)

Sunday - 900 am

1130 am

130 pm Espantildeol

500 pm

Weekday Mass

Tuesday thru Friday - 600 pm

(Monday - Communion Service at 600 pm)

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Tuesday - 700 am to 530 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday - 330 pm

CONTACT INFORMATION

18221 FM 2493 Flint Texas 75762

Office 903-894-7647

Fax 903-894-7739

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg

For Sacramental Emergencies call V Rev James Rowland 903-283-3340

SUNDAY READINGS

First Reading

Isaiah 351-610

In the day of the Lord all sorrow and mourn-

ing will cease

Responsorial Psalm

Psalm 1466-78-99-10

The Lord will save his people

Second Reading

James 57-10

Be patient and be ready the coming of the

Lord is near

Gospel Reading

Matthew 112-11

Jesus tells John the Baptist of the signs of the

kingdom that are being worked through him

and praises John as more than a prophet

SUNDAY DECEMBER 15TH 2019

THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Behold I am sending my messenger ahead of you

he will prepare your way before you

Weekly Calendar and Prayers

John Holmes Marilisa Safford

Becky Cool James Hickey

John Michael Peacock Carol Councilor

Hilary Wiegman Harriet Overstreet

Mary Catherine Bacica Forest Nation

Wayne Jackson Paul Droder

Mike Retchless

CW02 Jonathan Schlattner US Army AviationBlackhawk Pilot Ft Stewart

Georgia

Lieutenant Sarah McGuire US Navy Pilot Coronado Island California

Jeremy Obach Navy Officer - Pilot Pensacola FL

Cpl Joseph F Canterbury IV

Westpoint

If you have a loved one in active service for our

country please email the office with their rank

name and where they are

deployed

Pat Brown

Paxton Browning

Lou Chaump

Gary Cool

Bert Dennison

Arthur Doughty

Richard Dutke

General Howard

Fish

Mary Huber

Dolores Grant

Peter Giuliano

Alfred amp Carolyn

Hebert

Mark Hnatiuk

Cheryl Jansen

Tom Kestler

Jan King

Paul Landers

Suzanne Meyer

Jane Prokesh

Joel Rivera

Sinead Rowland

Ansley Swimelar

Thomas Torre

Carly Walker

Mary Ann Wright

Saturday Dec 14

1000 am 330 pm 500 pm 630 pm

Catholic Daughters of America Informational Meeting Confessions Mass - Juanita Terry RIP requested by Marge Devereaux ACTS Christmas Party

Sunday Dec 15

900 am 1015 am

1015 am 1030 am 1030 am 1130 am 130 pm 500 pm

Mass - Bill Springer Sr RIP Requested by Eileen Springer Faith Formation

Pastoral Council Meeting

SEEK RCIA - Sacrament of Healing Mass - Darby Brady RIP Requested by SEEK Group Mass - Pro Popolo (For the People) Mass - Marie ODonnell RIP

Monday Dec 16

600 pm Communion Service

Tuesday Dec 17

700 am 900 am 600 pm

700 pm

730 pm

Adoration Rosary Mass - Sonia amp Fabrizio Olagnue Wedding Anniversary requested by Sonia Escobedo Cursillo Mens Prayer Group

Wednesday Dec 18

600 pm Mass - Marie ODonnell RIP

Thursday Dec 19

1000 am 600 pm 630 pm

Quest Mass - Michael Moyles RIP K of C Council Meeting

Friday Dec 20

600 pm Mass - Michael Moyles RIP

Saturday Dec 21

330 pm 500 pm

Confessions Mass - Johnnie Kohoutek RIP Requested by Rose Brown

Sunday Dec 22

900 am 1030 am 1030 am 1130 am

130 pm 500 pm

Mass - Desmond Syron RIP SEEK RCIA - The Eucharist Mass - Andy Crews RIP Requested by Frank Petrone Mass - Pro Popolo (For the People) Mass - Crew Fine Birthday Requested by Chip amp Kim Berry

Please contact Debbie Steves for our

prayer line at debsteves17gmailcom

Liturgical Ministers

DECEMBER 1415 2019

SATURDAY 500 pm

Readers Nora Lundeen Joe Canterbury

Extraordinary Ministers Connie amp Betty Chandler Bob

Lundeen Joe Oppenheimer

Altar Servers Ashton amp Aiden Perez

SUNDAY 900 am Readers Albert Chabarria Carolina Guzzetta

Extraordinary Ministers Brian Gorham Bob amp Paula

Dockter Randi Starr Kristen Zinecker Jason McKinney

Altar Servers Rhianna Pleasant Laney amp Landon Fletcher

Luca amp Daniela Guzzetta

SUNDAY 1130 am Readers Darrell Sundstrom Theresa Kennerly

Extraordinary Ministers Nicole Moody Emily Sundstrom

Glen amp Terry Gautier Mary McCarthy Shelle Kincaid

Altar Servers Nathan Moody Mason Estes Sapphire Nunn

DOMINGO 130 pm Lectores Sonia Escobedo Jose Coss

Ministros Extraordinarios Eduardo y Erica Ramirez

Monaguillos Humberto Vences Zamira Nuntildeez Mateo y

Nicolas Moreno Anasofia amp Emma Olague

SUNDAY 500 pm Readers Katie Ogrodnik Janice Underwood

Extraordinary Ministers Beth Filla Jerry Underwood

Altar Servers Dacey Ogrodnik Kelsey amp Brady Filla

DECEMBER 2122 2019

SATURDAY 500 pm

Readers Aileen Francisco Mike Green

Extraordinary Ministers Jim amp Suzanne Meyer

Ed Francisco Vangie Soto-Chairez

Altar Servers Mackenzie Lee

SUNDAY 900 am Readers Stephen Graves Kitty Springer

Extraordinary Ministers Clyde amp Pat Christenson David amp

Cindy Scarborough David amp Karen Fenter

Altar Servers Andy Graves Gabriel Oxler Leah McDonald

SUNDAY 1130 am Readers Natalie Bryant Kaylene Mongeau

Extraordinary Ministers Theresa Kennerly Kandi Patterson

Ralph amp Bella Obach Rose Brown Paula Park

Altar Servers Alyssa Bryant Michael Lowe Pierce Patterson

DOMINGO 130 pm Lectores Humberto Vences Gabriel Gonzalez

Ministros Extraordinarios Tanya y Alejandro Quintero

Monaguillos Humberto Vences Zamira Nuntildeez Mateo y

Nicolas Moreno

SUNDAY 500 pm Readers Glenn Gautier Pamela Hemphill

Extraordinary Ministers Dwayne Muehe Clauda Chivacuan

Altar Servers

SAINTS OF THE WEEK

Saturday December 14 Saint John of the Cross Priest Doctor of the Church ndash died in 1591 born in Fontiveros Spain 1542 mystic and poet ally of St Teresa of Jesus of Avila in founding the reformed (Discalced) Carmelite friars

(OCD) suffered cruel imprisonment and privations by the unreformed Carmelites of the Observance au-

thored The Ascent of Mount Carmel The Dark Night of the Soul the Spiritual Canticle and O Flame of Living Love

known as the ldquoMystical Doctorrdquo Discalced Carmelites today number around 4000 religious

With great joy the Catholic community announces that Natalie Nicole Martinez a small child will be baptized by water and the Holy Spirit The

baptism will take place Saturday December 14th Next Baptismal Preparation Classes

English Tuesday February 4 at 7pm

in the church

Espantildeol Martes 11 de febrero a las

7pm en la iglesia

FORMEDORG

A program offering prayer and insights for the Sunday Readings

Faith Formation

Kindergarten - 5th Grade Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature Mark 1615

2019-2020 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION REQUIREMENTS 2ND - 5TH

ChildrenYouth need to be enrolled in an ongoing Faith FormationYouth Ministry Program and attend Mass on a regular basis

Sacramental Information Request Form (green form)

Baptismal Certificate (turn in asap)

Home Packet (purple folder) complete and turn in

Parents must complete the FORGIVEN program by attending sessions or completing online and turning in Study Guide Booklet

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Where are You Session 1 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN An Encounter with Mercy Session 2 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Embraced in Mercy The Rite Explained Session 3 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Biblical Foundations Sin Mercy and the Sacrament of Confession Session 4 - Online FORMEDORG FORGIVEN ndash Answering Common Questions about Confession - Online

SUNDAY FAITH FORMATION - No Class next Sunday 22nd Sundays 1015am to 1115am Classes meet after 900 am Mass donuts are served at 10am Parents take children to class and sign them in with their teacher

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAITH FORMATION - No Class this week Wednesday 6pm to 730pm - Registration Closed Classes meet Wednesdays from 600-730 Meal for families is served from 530 -600 Children cannot be left until called to line up at 600 - Volunteer needed to turn on and monitor video session

FORMEDORG The Holy Spirit and the Life of Grace (SYMBOLON 1- Session 7) - Online FORMEDORG Sacraments Baptism and Confirmation (SYMBOLON 2 ndash Session 1) - Online FORMEDORG PRESENCE ndash God is With Us - Online

JANUARY 15 PRESENCE ndash The Story of the Eucharist

JANUARY 22 PRESENCE ndash Bread for the Journey

JANUARY 29 PRESENCE ndash Biblical Foundations

FEBRUARY 5 SYMBOLON 2 (Session 3) Walk through the Mass

Parents can attend sessions offered at St Mary Magdalene or complete them online through formedorg (Access Code W93V8R)

For any of the sessions you choose to complete online you will need to complete and turn in Study Guide Booklet

CHILDRENYOUTH GRADES 2ND - 5TH that have NOT received the Sacrament of Baptism need to contact Mary Sue Jagers for more information

HOLIDAY CLASS INFORMATION K-5TH

SUNDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 22 Dec 29

Classes Resume Jan 5th

WEDNESDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1

Classes Resume Jan 8th

-Regular Mass Attendance (turn in Mass journal in April)

-Active participation in an ongoing Faith Formation

-Complete Sacrament InformationRequest (green form)

-Turn in a copy of Baptismal certificate ASAP

-Complete packet (red folder) at home with child turn in for review by April 2020

-Pick a Confirmation Saint and turn in Confirmation Name Report Form

-Complete the ParentSponsor Sessions

-Choose a Confirmation Sponsor (This is someone you admire for their faith Youth parents and the sponsor work together to grow in faith and prepare for the Sacraments of ConfirmationHoly Communion

-Take and pass the confirmation assessment Wednesday 600pm May 13 2020

-Write a 2-3 paragraph letter to Bishop Strickland explaining what the Sacrament of Confirmation is and why you want to receive it This is due May 13 2020

2019-2020 CONFIRMATIONHOLY COMMUNION REQUIREMENTS 3rd - 5th

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ADULT EDUCATION

DISCOVER YOUR PLACE in the STORY OF SALVATION

David Scarborough - facilitator

This Journey Through Scripture is designed to help us grow in our knowledge of Scripture while deepening our understanding of the riches of our faith

Wednesday Nights 600-730 during the school year while children are attending Faith Formation

All are welcome

Faith Formation

Join us every Thursday from 1000 am to

1130 am for a Womens Bible Study This is a wonderful group of ladies that share

their faith in fellowship and prayer

Every woman is invited

We meet on the second floor in the first classroom For

more information you can call the office 903-894-7386 or

email Emily Sundstrom easundaolcom

FAITH FORMATION amp SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2ND - 5TH

MARY SUE JAGERS marysuestmarymagdaleneflintorg

YOUTH MINISTRY 6th - 12th

DCN BILL NECESSARY - dcnbillstmarymagdaleneflintorg

Youth Schedule 6 - 12th Grades

Weekly Middle School Youth Group ndash 6-8th grades - Wednesdays 6 00- 730pm

NO CLASS - Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1 Weekly High School Youth Group - 9th - 12th Meets every Sunday night at the St Joseph Youth House NO CLASS - Dec 8 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29

Please contact Deacon Bill for more information on how you can help

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Who participates in RCIA

Non-Catholics who have been baptized in another faith and who want to learn more about the Catholic faith

Un-baptized who might want to join the Catholic Church

Those who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the sacraments of Confirmation or First Eucharist through religious education

If you would like to inquire about the class know what topics will be discussed in the classes and answer any questions you may have about the Catholic faith please call Deacon Dennis King 903-969-0864

We are looking forward to meeting you

The Civil Marriage Initiative provides an experience

that is personal inviting timely engaging and allows

a space for growth and formation in the Sacrament

of Marriage for couples in civil unions seeking

convalidation in the Catholic Church Please talk to

Father or contact Sonia to find our more

MENrsquoS ACTS Faith Sharing Group Every man that has been on an ACTS Retreat is welcome to join us every Thursday morning at 700 am at Panera Bread for prayer and faith sharing

Mens Prayer Group Grow as a disciple of our Lord and Savior with other men from the St Mary Magdalene community Every Tuesday at 730 pm meet in Peaches Hall for prayer for the intentions of the parish and the group Contact Steve Graves at sjgravesgmailcom with subject line Mens prayer group for more details or to share the names of those in need of prayers

Parish and Diocesan News

ADOPT EZRA

This month the Bishop Gorman student body is adopting

Ezra the three-year-old son of Tiffany Sarmiento (Class

of 2002) who was diagnosed with leukemia in April

Ezrarsquos mother travels with him to Cook Childrens

Hospital in Fort Worth regularly for his chemotherapy

and blood transfusions Student fundraising efforts will

help the family with expenses this holiday season For

more information on how you can help please see

httpswwwfacebookcomBishopTKGorman

ALL-REGION TREBLE CHOIR

Congratulations to Bishop Gorman junior Amelia

Ministrelli (Alto 1) who earned a chair in the TPSMEA All-

Region Treble Choir for the third year in a row competing

against over 200 altos in Northeast Texas Congratulations also to senior Gabriella LeBlanc (Alto 2)

who placed as an alternate for the Treble Choir Amelia

will perform with a choir of 60 top singers in Dallas at

Trinity Christian Performing Arts Center on January 10

GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Make plans to cheer on the Lady Cru this holiday season

as they host and compete in the 10th Annual Macy

ChenevertPatriot Holiday Girls Basketball Classic

Tournament on December 27-28th at UT Tylerrsquos

Herrington Patriot Center This tournament honors the

memory of Macy Chenevert a Bishop Gorman student

who passed away at age 14 in 2005

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AIM HIGHER

Bishop Gorman is not just another school It is a

community grounded in the Catholic faith with

exceptional faculty whose goal is to help students reach

their highest potential spiritually and academically -- not

just for high school and not just for college but for life

Please contact Jill Coan Admissions Director at

903-561-2424 to set up a tour or visit our website

at bishopgormannet for more information

-PREVENT ABUSE-

ldquoThe Diocese of Tyler is committed to provide help to anyone

who may have been abused by a priest deacon religious or

anyone working in the name of the Church Concerns about the

conduct of Church personnel can be directed to the pastor or to

the Promoter of Justice at

1-877-415-6423 or promoterdioceseoftylerorg

The St Philip Institute is hosting several events for the Diocese of Tyler

PRAY for Special Needs Family Retreat December 13-15 at the

Pines specially for our own Guzzetta family attending this re-

treat

Retirement Fund for Religious

Give in thanksgiving ldquoThe nuns left lasting impressions on merdquo writes a donor ldquoI shall always be grateful for my Catholic educationrdquo Please join in

thanking the thousands of senior Catholic sisters brothers and religious order priests who worked tirelessly to educate the young and serve those in need Next weekrsquos special collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious which helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members Please give generously While we donrsquot have a second collec-tion those of you who have collection envelopes have a special envelope for this There are also some special envelopes for this collection in the foyer of the church

Please keep in mind that the office will be CLOSED December 24 25 and 26

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

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Fa 9035814066

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CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

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ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 2: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

Weekly Calendar and Prayers

John Holmes Marilisa Safford

Becky Cool James Hickey

John Michael Peacock Carol Councilor

Hilary Wiegman Harriet Overstreet

Mary Catherine Bacica Forest Nation

Wayne Jackson Paul Droder

Mike Retchless

CW02 Jonathan Schlattner US Army AviationBlackhawk Pilot Ft Stewart

Georgia

Lieutenant Sarah McGuire US Navy Pilot Coronado Island California

Jeremy Obach Navy Officer - Pilot Pensacola FL

Cpl Joseph F Canterbury IV

Westpoint

If you have a loved one in active service for our

country please email the office with their rank

name and where they are

deployed

Pat Brown

Paxton Browning

Lou Chaump

Gary Cool

Bert Dennison

Arthur Doughty

Richard Dutke

General Howard

Fish

Mary Huber

Dolores Grant

Peter Giuliano

Alfred amp Carolyn

Hebert

Mark Hnatiuk

Cheryl Jansen

Tom Kestler

Jan King

Paul Landers

Suzanne Meyer

Jane Prokesh

Joel Rivera

Sinead Rowland

Ansley Swimelar

Thomas Torre

Carly Walker

Mary Ann Wright

Saturday Dec 14

1000 am 330 pm 500 pm 630 pm

Catholic Daughters of America Informational Meeting Confessions Mass - Juanita Terry RIP requested by Marge Devereaux ACTS Christmas Party

Sunday Dec 15

900 am 1015 am

1015 am 1030 am 1030 am 1130 am 130 pm 500 pm

Mass - Bill Springer Sr RIP Requested by Eileen Springer Faith Formation

Pastoral Council Meeting

SEEK RCIA - Sacrament of Healing Mass - Darby Brady RIP Requested by SEEK Group Mass - Pro Popolo (For the People) Mass - Marie ODonnell RIP

Monday Dec 16

600 pm Communion Service

Tuesday Dec 17

700 am 900 am 600 pm

700 pm

730 pm

Adoration Rosary Mass - Sonia amp Fabrizio Olagnue Wedding Anniversary requested by Sonia Escobedo Cursillo Mens Prayer Group

Wednesday Dec 18

600 pm Mass - Marie ODonnell RIP

Thursday Dec 19

1000 am 600 pm 630 pm

Quest Mass - Michael Moyles RIP K of C Council Meeting

Friday Dec 20

600 pm Mass - Michael Moyles RIP

Saturday Dec 21

330 pm 500 pm

Confessions Mass - Johnnie Kohoutek RIP Requested by Rose Brown

Sunday Dec 22

900 am 1030 am 1030 am 1130 am

130 pm 500 pm

Mass - Desmond Syron RIP SEEK RCIA - The Eucharist Mass - Andy Crews RIP Requested by Frank Petrone Mass - Pro Popolo (For the People) Mass - Crew Fine Birthday Requested by Chip amp Kim Berry

Please contact Debbie Steves for our

prayer line at debsteves17gmailcom

Liturgical Ministers

DECEMBER 1415 2019

SATURDAY 500 pm

Readers Nora Lundeen Joe Canterbury

Extraordinary Ministers Connie amp Betty Chandler Bob

Lundeen Joe Oppenheimer

Altar Servers Ashton amp Aiden Perez

SUNDAY 900 am Readers Albert Chabarria Carolina Guzzetta

Extraordinary Ministers Brian Gorham Bob amp Paula

Dockter Randi Starr Kristen Zinecker Jason McKinney

Altar Servers Rhianna Pleasant Laney amp Landon Fletcher

Luca amp Daniela Guzzetta

SUNDAY 1130 am Readers Darrell Sundstrom Theresa Kennerly

Extraordinary Ministers Nicole Moody Emily Sundstrom

Glen amp Terry Gautier Mary McCarthy Shelle Kincaid

Altar Servers Nathan Moody Mason Estes Sapphire Nunn

DOMINGO 130 pm Lectores Sonia Escobedo Jose Coss

Ministros Extraordinarios Eduardo y Erica Ramirez

Monaguillos Humberto Vences Zamira Nuntildeez Mateo y

Nicolas Moreno Anasofia amp Emma Olague

SUNDAY 500 pm Readers Katie Ogrodnik Janice Underwood

Extraordinary Ministers Beth Filla Jerry Underwood

Altar Servers Dacey Ogrodnik Kelsey amp Brady Filla

DECEMBER 2122 2019

SATURDAY 500 pm

Readers Aileen Francisco Mike Green

Extraordinary Ministers Jim amp Suzanne Meyer

Ed Francisco Vangie Soto-Chairez

Altar Servers Mackenzie Lee

SUNDAY 900 am Readers Stephen Graves Kitty Springer

Extraordinary Ministers Clyde amp Pat Christenson David amp

Cindy Scarborough David amp Karen Fenter

Altar Servers Andy Graves Gabriel Oxler Leah McDonald

SUNDAY 1130 am Readers Natalie Bryant Kaylene Mongeau

Extraordinary Ministers Theresa Kennerly Kandi Patterson

Ralph amp Bella Obach Rose Brown Paula Park

Altar Servers Alyssa Bryant Michael Lowe Pierce Patterson

DOMINGO 130 pm Lectores Humberto Vences Gabriel Gonzalez

Ministros Extraordinarios Tanya y Alejandro Quintero

Monaguillos Humberto Vences Zamira Nuntildeez Mateo y

Nicolas Moreno

SUNDAY 500 pm Readers Glenn Gautier Pamela Hemphill

Extraordinary Ministers Dwayne Muehe Clauda Chivacuan

Altar Servers

SAINTS OF THE WEEK

Saturday December 14 Saint John of the Cross Priest Doctor of the Church ndash died in 1591 born in Fontiveros Spain 1542 mystic and poet ally of St Teresa of Jesus of Avila in founding the reformed (Discalced) Carmelite friars

(OCD) suffered cruel imprisonment and privations by the unreformed Carmelites of the Observance au-

thored The Ascent of Mount Carmel The Dark Night of the Soul the Spiritual Canticle and O Flame of Living Love

known as the ldquoMystical Doctorrdquo Discalced Carmelites today number around 4000 religious

With great joy the Catholic community announces that Natalie Nicole Martinez a small child will be baptized by water and the Holy Spirit The

baptism will take place Saturday December 14th Next Baptismal Preparation Classes

English Tuesday February 4 at 7pm

in the church

Espantildeol Martes 11 de febrero a las

7pm en la iglesia

FORMEDORG

A program offering prayer and insights for the Sunday Readings

Faith Formation

Kindergarten - 5th Grade Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature Mark 1615

2019-2020 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION REQUIREMENTS 2ND - 5TH

ChildrenYouth need to be enrolled in an ongoing Faith FormationYouth Ministry Program and attend Mass on a regular basis

Sacramental Information Request Form (green form)

Baptismal Certificate (turn in asap)

Home Packet (purple folder) complete and turn in

Parents must complete the FORGIVEN program by attending sessions or completing online and turning in Study Guide Booklet

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Where are You Session 1 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN An Encounter with Mercy Session 2 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Embraced in Mercy The Rite Explained Session 3 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Biblical Foundations Sin Mercy and the Sacrament of Confession Session 4 - Online FORMEDORG FORGIVEN ndash Answering Common Questions about Confession - Online

SUNDAY FAITH FORMATION - No Class next Sunday 22nd Sundays 1015am to 1115am Classes meet after 900 am Mass donuts are served at 10am Parents take children to class and sign them in with their teacher

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAITH FORMATION - No Class this week Wednesday 6pm to 730pm - Registration Closed Classes meet Wednesdays from 600-730 Meal for families is served from 530 -600 Children cannot be left until called to line up at 600 - Volunteer needed to turn on and monitor video session

FORMEDORG The Holy Spirit and the Life of Grace (SYMBOLON 1- Session 7) - Online FORMEDORG Sacraments Baptism and Confirmation (SYMBOLON 2 ndash Session 1) - Online FORMEDORG PRESENCE ndash God is With Us - Online

JANUARY 15 PRESENCE ndash The Story of the Eucharist

JANUARY 22 PRESENCE ndash Bread for the Journey

JANUARY 29 PRESENCE ndash Biblical Foundations

FEBRUARY 5 SYMBOLON 2 (Session 3) Walk through the Mass

Parents can attend sessions offered at St Mary Magdalene or complete them online through formedorg (Access Code W93V8R)

For any of the sessions you choose to complete online you will need to complete and turn in Study Guide Booklet

CHILDRENYOUTH GRADES 2ND - 5TH that have NOT received the Sacrament of Baptism need to contact Mary Sue Jagers for more information

HOLIDAY CLASS INFORMATION K-5TH

SUNDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 22 Dec 29

Classes Resume Jan 5th

WEDNESDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1

Classes Resume Jan 8th

-Regular Mass Attendance (turn in Mass journal in April)

-Active participation in an ongoing Faith Formation

-Complete Sacrament InformationRequest (green form)

-Turn in a copy of Baptismal certificate ASAP

-Complete packet (red folder) at home with child turn in for review by April 2020

-Pick a Confirmation Saint and turn in Confirmation Name Report Form

-Complete the ParentSponsor Sessions

-Choose a Confirmation Sponsor (This is someone you admire for their faith Youth parents and the sponsor work together to grow in faith and prepare for the Sacraments of ConfirmationHoly Communion

-Take and pass the confirmation assessment Wednesday 600pm May 13 2020

-Write a 2-3 paragraph letter to Bishop Strickland explaining what the Sacrament of Confirmation is and why you want to receive it This is due May 13 2020

2019-2020 CONFIRMATIONHOLY COMMUNION REQUIREMENTS 3rd - 5th

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ADULT EDUCATION

DISCOVER YOUR PLACE in the STORY OF SALVATION

David Scarborough - facilitator

This Journey Through Scripture is designed to help us grow in our knowledge of Scripture while deepening our understanding of the riches of our faith

Wednesday Nights 600-730 during the school year while children are attending Faith Formation

All are welcome

Faith Formation

Join us every Thursday from 1000 am to

1130 am for a Womens Bible Study This is a wonderful group of ladies that share

their faith in fellowship and prayer

Every woman is invited

We meet on the second floor in the first classroom For

more information you can call the office 903-894-7386 or

email Emily Sundstrom easundaolcom

FAITH FORMATION amp SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2ND - 5TH

MARY SUE JAGERS marysuestmarymagdaleneflintorg

YOUTH MINISTRY 6th - 12th

DCN BILL NECESSARY - dcnbillstmarymagdaleneflintorg

Youth Schedule 6 - 12th Grades

Weekly Middle School Youth Group ndash 6-8th grades - Wednesdays 6 00- 730pm

NO CLASS - Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1 Weekly High School Youth Group - 9th - 12th Meets every Sunday night at the St Joseph Youth House NO CLASS - Dec 8 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29

Please contact Deacon Bill for more information on how you can help

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Who participates in RCIA

Non-Catholics who have been baptized in another faith and who want to learn more about the Catholic faith

Un-baptized who might want to join the Catholic Church

Those who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the sacraments of Confirmation or First Eucharist through religious education

If you would like to inquire about the class know what topics will be discussed in the classes and answer any questions you may have about the Catholic faith please call Deacon Dennis King 903-969-0864

We are looking forward to meeting you

The Civil Marriage Initiative provides an experience

that is personal inviting timely engaging and allows

a space for growth and formation in the Sacrament

of Marriage for couples in civil unions seeking

convalidation in the Catholic Church Please talk to

Father or contact Sonia to find our more

MENrsquoS ACTS Faith Sharing Group Every man that has been on an ACTS Retreat is welcome to join us every Thursday morning at 700 am at Panera Bread for prayer and faith sharing

Mens Prayer Group Grow as a disciple of our Lord and Savior with other men from the St Mary Magdalene community Every Tuesday at 730 pm meet in Peaches Hall for prayer for the intentions of the parish and the group Contact Steve Graves at sjgravesgmailcom with subject line Mens prayer group for more details or to share the names of those in need of prayers

Parish and Diocesan News

ADOPT EZRA

This month the Bishop Gorman student body is adopting

Ezra the three-year-old son of Tiffany Sarmiento (Class

of 2002) who was diagnosed with leukemia in April

Ezrarsquos mother travels with him to Cook Childrens

Hospital in Fort Worth regularly for his chemotherapy

and blood transfusions Student fundraising efforts will

help the family with expenses this holiday season For

more information on how you can help please see

httpswwwfacebookcomBishopTKGorman

ALL-REGION TREBLE CHOIR

Congratulations to Bishop Gorman junior Amelia

Ministrelli (Alto 1) who earned a chair in the TPSMEA All-

Region Treble Choir for the third year in a row competing

against over 200 altos in Northeast Texas Congratulations also to senior Gabriella LeBlanc (Alto 2)

who placed as an alternate for the Treble Choir Amelia

will perform with a choir of 60 top singers in Dallas at

Trinity Christian Performing Arts Center on January 10

GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Make plans to cheer on the Lady Cru this holiday season

as they host and compete in the 10th Annual Macy

ChenevertPatriot Holiday Girls Basketball Classic

Tournament on December 27-28th at UT Tylerrsquos

Herrington Patriot Center This tournament honors the

memory of Macy Chenevert a Bishop Gorman student

who passed away at age 14 in 2005

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AIM HIGHER

Bishop Gorman is not just another school It is a

community grounded in the Catholic faith with

exceptional faculty whose goal is to help students reach

their highest potential spiritually and academically -- not

just for high school and not just for college but for life

Please contact Jill Coan Admissions Director at

903-561-2424 to set up a tour or visit our website

at bishopgormannet for more information

-PREVENT ABUSE-

ldquoThe Diocese of Tyler is committed to provide help to anyone

who may have been abused by a priest deacon religious or

anyone working in the name of the Church Concerns about the

conduct of Church personnel can be directed to the pastor or to

the Promoter of Justice at

1-877-415-6423 or promoterdioceseoftylerorg

The St Philip Institute is hosting several events for the Diocese of Tyler

PRAY for Special Needs Family Retreat December 13-15 at the

Pines specially for our own Guzzetta family attending this re-

treat

Retirement Fund for Religious

Give in thanksgiving ldquoThe nuns left lasting impressions on merdquo writes a donor ldquoI shall always be grateful for my Catholic educationrdquo Please join in

thanking the thousands of senior Catholic sisters brothers and religious order priests who worked tirelessly to educate the young and serve those in need Next weekrsquos special collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious which helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members Please give generously While we donrsquot have a second collec-tion those of you who have collection envelopes have a special envelope for this There are also some special envelopes for this collection in the foyer of the church

Please keep in mind that the office will be CLOSED December 24 25 and 26

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 3: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

Liturgical Ministers

DECEMBER 1415 2019

SATURDAY 500 pm

Readers Nora Lundeen Joe Canterbury

Extraordinary Ministers Connie amp Betty Chandler Bob

Lundeen Joe Oppenheimer

Altar Servers Ashton amp Aiden Perez

SUNDAY 900 am Readers Albert Chabarria Carolina Guzzetta

Extraordinary Ministers Brian Gorham Bob amp Paula

Dockter Randi Starr Kristen Zinecker Jason McKinney

Altar Servers Rhianna Pleasant Laney amp Landon Fletcher

Luca amp Daniela Guzzetta

SUNDAY 1130 am Readers Darrell Sundstrom Theresa Kennerly

Extraordinary Ministers Nicole Moody Emily Sundstrom

Glen amp Terry Gautier Mary McCarthy Shelle Kincaid

Altar Servers Nathan Moody Mason Estes Sapphire Nunn

DOMINGO 130 pm Lectores Sonia Escobedo Jose Coss

Ministros Extraordinarios Eduardo y Erica Ramirez

Monaguillos Humberto Vences Zamira Nuntildeez Mateo y

Nicolas Moreno Anasofia amp Emma Olague

SUNDAY 500 pm Readers Katie Ogrodnik Janice Underwood

Extraordinary Ministers Beth Filla Jerry Underwood

Altar Servers Dacey Ogrodnik Kelsey amp Brady Filla

DECEMBER 2122 2019

SATURDAY 500 pm

Readers Aileen Francisco Mike Green

Extraordinary Ministers Jim amp Suzanne Meyer

Ed Francisco Vangie Soto-Chairez

Altar Servers Mackenzie Lee

SUNDAY 900 am Readers Stephen Graves Kitty Springer

Extraordinary Ministers Clyde amp Pat Christenson David amp

Cindy Scarborough David amp Karen Fenter

Altar Servers Andy Graves Gabriel Oxler Leah McDonald

SUNDAY 1130 am Readers Natalie Bryant Kaylene Mongeau

Extraordinary Ministers Theresa Kennerly Kandi Patterson

Ralph amp Bella Obach Rose Brown Paula Park

Altar Servers Alyssa Bryant Michael Lowe Pierce Patterson

DOMINGO 130 pm Lectores Humberto Vences Gabriel Gonzalez

Ministros Extraordinarios Tanya y Alejandro Quintero

Monaguillos Humberto Vences Zamira Nuntildeez Mateo y

Nicolas Moreno

SUNDAY 500 pm Readers Glenn Gautier Pamela Hemphill

Extraordinary Ministers Dwayne Muehe Clauda Chivacuan

Altar Servers

SAINTS OF THE WEEK

Saturday December 14 Saint John of the Cross Priest Doctor of the Church ndash died in 1591 born in Fontiveros Spain 1542 mystic and poet ally of St Teresa of Jesus of Avila in founding the reformed (Discalced) Carmelite friars

(OCD) suffered cruel imprisonment and privations by the unreformed Carmelites of the Observance au-

thored The Ascent of Mount Carmel The Dark Night of the Soul the Spiritual Canticle and O Flame of Living Love

known as the ldquoMystical Doctorrdquo Discalced Carmelites today number around 4000 religious

With great joy the Catholic community announces that Natalie Nicole Martinez a small child will be baptized by water and the Holy Spirit The

baptism will take place Saturday December 14th Next Baptismal Preparation Classes

English Tuesday February 4 at 7pm

in the church

Espantildeol Martes 11 de febrero a las

7pm en la iglesia

FORMEDORG

A program offering prayer and insights for the Sunday Readings

Faith Formation

Kindergarten - 5th Grade Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature Mark 1615

2019-2020 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION REQUIREMENTS 2ND - 5TH

ChildrenYouth need to be enrolled in an ongoing Faith FormationYouth Ministry Program and attend Mass on a regular basis

Sacramental Information Request Form (green form)

Baptismal Certificate (turn in asap)

Home Packet (purple folder) complete and turn in

Parents must complete the FORGIVEN program by attending sessions or completing online and turning in Study Guide Booklet

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Where are You Session 1 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN An Encounter with Mercy Session 2 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Embraced in Mercy The Rite Explained Session 3 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Biblical Foundations Sin Mercy and the Sacrament of Confession Session 4 - Online FORMEDORG FORGIVEN ndash Answering Common Questions about Confession - Online

SUNDAY FAITH FORMATION - No Class next Sunday 22nd Sundays 1015am to 1115am Classes meet after 900 am Mass donuts are served at 10am Parents take children to class and sign them in with their teacher

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAITH FORMATION - No Class this week Wednesday 6pm to 730pm - Registration Closed Classes meet Wednesdays from 600-730 Meal for families is served from 530 -600 Children cannot be left until called to line up at 600 - Volunteer needed to turn on and monitor video session

FORMEDORG The Holy Spirit and the Life of Grace (SYMBOLON 1- Session 7) - Online FORMEDORG Sacraments Baptism and Confirmation (SYMBOLON 2 ndash Session 1) - Online FORMEDORG PRESENCE ndash God is With Us - Online

JANUARY 15 PRESENCE ndash The Story of the Eucharist

JANUARY 22 PRESENCE ndash Bread for the Journey

JANUARY 29 PRESENCE ndash Biblical Foundations

FEBRUARY 5 SYMBOLON 2 (Session 3) Walk through the Mass

Parents can attend sessions offered at St Mary Magdalene or complete them online through formedorg (Access Code W93V8R)

For any of the sessions you choose to complete online you will need to complete and turn in Study Guide Booklet

CHILDRENYOUTH GRADES 2ND - 5TH that have NOT received the Sacrament of Baptism need to contact Mary Sue Jagers for more information

HOLIDAY CLASS INFORMATION K-5TH

SUNDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 22 Dec 29

Classes Resume Jan 5th

WEDNESDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1

Classes Resume Jan 8th

-Regular Mass Attendance (turn in Mass journal in April)

-Active participation in an ongoing Faith Formation

-Complete Sacrament InformationRequest (green form)

-Turn in a copy of Baptismal certificate ASAP

-Complete packet (red folder) at home with child turn in for review by April 2020

-Pick a Confirmation Saint and turn in Confirmation Name Report Form

-Complete the ParentSponsor Sessions

-Choose a Confirmation Sponsor (This is someone you admire for their faith Youth parents and the sponsor work together to grow in faith and prepare for the Sacraments of ConfirmationHoly Communion

-Take and pass the confirmation assessment Wednesday 600pm May 13 2020

-Write a 2-3 paragraph letter to Bishop Strickland explaining what the Sacrament of Confirmation is and why you want to receive it This is due May 13 2020

2019-2020 CONFIRMATIONHOLY COMMUNION REQUIREMENTS 3rd - 5th

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ADULT EDUCATION

DISCOVER YOUR PLACE in the STORY OF SALVATION

David Scarborough - facilitator

This Journey Through Scripture is designed to help us grow in our knowledge of Scripture while deepening our understanding of the riches of our faith

Wednesday Nights 600-730 during the school year while children are attending Faith Formation

All are welcome

Faith Formation

Join us every Thursday from 1000 am to

1130 am for a Womens Bible Study This is a wonderful group of ladies that share

their faith in fellowship and prayer

Every woman is invited

We meet on the second floor in the first classroom For

more information you can call the office 903-894-7386 or

email Emily Sundstrom easundaolcom

FAITH FORMATION amp SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2ND - 5TH

MARY SUE JAGERS marysuestmarymagdaleneflintorg

YOUTH MINISTRY 6th - 12th

DCN BILL NECESSARY - dcnbillstmarymagdaleneflintorg

Youth Schedule 6 - 12th Grades

Weekly Middle School Youth Group ndash 6-8th grades - Wednesdays 6 00- 730pm

NO CLASS - Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1 Weekly High School Youth Group - 9th - 12th Meets every Sunday night at the St Joseph Youth House NO CLASS - Dec 8 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29

Please contact Deacon Bill for more information on how you can help

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Who participates in RCIA

Non-Catholics who have been baptized in another faith and who want to learn more about the Catholic faith

Un-baptized who might want to join the Catholic Church

Those who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the sacraments of Confirmation or First Eucharist through religious education

If you would like to inquire about the class know what topics will be discussed in the classes and answer any questions you may have about the Catholic faith please call Deacon Dennis King 903-969-0864

We are looking forward to meeting you

The Civil Marriage Initiative provides an experience

that is personal inviting timely engaging and allows

a space for growth and formation in the Sacrament

of Marriage for couples in civil unions seeking

convalidation in the Catholic Church Please talk to

Father or contact Sonia to find our more

MENrsquoS ACTS Faith Sharing Group Every man that has been on an ACTS Retreat is welcome to join us every Thursday morning at 700 am at Panera Bread for prayer and faith sharing

Mens Prayer Group Grow as a disciple of our Lord and Savior with other men from the St Mary Magdalene community Every Tuesday at 730 pm meet in Peaches Hall for prayer for the intentions of the parish and the group Contact Steve Graves at sjgravesgmailcom with subject line Mens prayer group for more details or to share the names of those in need of prayers

Parish and Diocesan News

ADOPT EZRA

This month the Bishop Gorman student body is adopting

Ezra the three-year-old son of Tiffany Sarmiento (Class

of 2002) who was diagnosed with leukemia in April

Ezrarsquos mother travels with him to Cook Childrens

Hospital in Fort Worth regularly for his chemotherapy

and blood transfusions Student fundraising efforts will

help the family with expenses this holiday season For

more information on how you can help please see

httpswwwfacebookcomBishopTKGorman

ALL-REGION TREBLE CHOIR

Congratulations to Bishop Gorman junior Amelia

Ministrelli (Alto 1) who earned a chair in the TPSMEA All-

Region Treble Choir for the third year in a row competing

against over 200 altos in Northeast Texas Congratulations also to senior Gabriella LeBlanc (Alto 2)

who placed as an alternate for the Treble Choir Amelia

will perform with a choir of 60 top singers in Dallas at

Trinity Christian Performing Arts Center on January 10

GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Make plans to cheer on the Lady Cru this holiday season

as they host and compete in the 10th Annual Macy

ChenevertPatriot Holiday Girls Basketball Classic

Tournament on December 27-28th at UT Tylerrsquos

Herrington Patriot Center This tournament honors the

memory of Macy Chenevert a Bishop Gorman student

who passed away at age 14 in 2005

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AIM HIGHER

Bishop Gorman is not just another school It is a

community grounded in the Catholic faith with

exceptional faculty whose goal is to help students reach

their highest potential spiritually and academically -- not

just for high school and not just for college but for life

Please contact Jill Coan Admissions Director at

903-561-2424 to set up a tour or visit our website

at bishopgormannet for more information

-PREVENT ABUSE-

ldquoThe Diocese of Tyler is committed to provide help to anyone

who may have been abused by a priest deacon religious or

anyone working in the name of the Church Concerns about the

conduct of Church personnel can be directed to the pastor or to

the Promoter of Justice at

1-877-415-6423 or promoterdioceseoftylerorg

The St Philip Institute is hosting several events for the Diocese of Tyler

PRAY for Special Needs Family Retreat December 13-15 at the

Pines specially for our own Guzzetta family attending this re-

treat

Retirement Fund for Religious

Give in thanksgiving ldquoThe nuns left lasting impressions on merdquo writes a donor ldquoI shall always be grateful for my Catholic educationrdquo Please join in

thanking the thousands of senior Catholic sisters brothers and religious order priests who worked tirelessly to educate the young and serve those in need Next weekrsquos special collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious which helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members Please give generously While we donrsquot have a second collec-tion those of you who have collection envelopes have a special envelope for this There are also some special envelopes for this collection in the foyer of the church

Please keep in mind that the office will be CLOSED December 24 25 and 26

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 4: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

Faith Formation

Kindergarten - 5th Grade Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature Mark 1615

2019-2020 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION REQUIREMENTS 2ND - 5TH

ChildrenYouth need to be enrolled in an ongoing Faith FormationYouth Ministry Program and attend Mass on a regular basis

Sacramental Information Request Form (green form)

Baptismal Certificate (turn in asap)

Home Packet (purple folder) complete and turn in

Parents must complete the FORGIVEN program by attending sessions or completing online and turning in Study Guide Booklet

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Where are You Session 1 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN An Encounter with Mercy Session 2 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Embraced in Mercy The Rite Explained Session 3 - Online

FORMEDORG FORGIVEN Biblical Foundations Sin Mercy and the Sacrament of Confession Session 4 - Online FORMEDORG FORGIVEN ndash Answering Common Questions about Confession - Online

SUNDAY FAITH FORMATION - No Class next Sunday 22nd Sundays 1015am to 1115am Classes meet after 900 am Mass donuts are served at 10am Parents take children to class and sign them in with their teacher

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAITH FORMATION - No Class this week Wednesday 6pm to 730pm - Registration Closed Classes meet Wednesdays from 600-730 Meal for families is served from 530 -600 Children cannot be left until called to line up at 600 - Volunteer needed to turn on and monitor video session

FORMEDORG The Holy Spirit and the Life of Grace (SYMBOLON 1- Session 7) - Online FORMEDORG Sacraments Baptism and Confirmation (SYMBOLON 2 ndash Session 1) - Online FORMEDORG PRESENCE ndash God is With Us - Online

JANUARY 15 PRESENCE ndash The Story of the Eucharist

JANUARY 22 PRESENCE ndash Bread for the Journey

JANUARY 29 PRESENCE ndash Biblical Foundations

FEBRUARY 5 SYMBOLON 2 (Session 3) Walk through the Mass

Parents can attend sessions offered at St Mary Magdalene or complete them online through formedorg (Access Code W93V8R)

For any of the sessions you choose to complete online you will need to complete and turn in Study Guide Booklet

CHILDRENYOUTH GRADES 2ND - 5TH that have NOT received the Sacrament of Baptism need to contact Mary Sue Jagers for more information

HOLIDAY CLASS INFORMATION K-5TH

SUNDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 22 Dec 29

Classes Resume Jan 5th

WEDNESDAY

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

NO CLASS Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1

Classes Resume Jan 8th

-Regular Mass Attendance (turn in Mass journal in April)

-Active participation in an ongoing Faith Formation

-Complete Sacrament InformationRequest (green form)

-Turn in a copy of Baptismal certificate ASAP

-Complete packet (red folder) at home with child turn in for review by April 2020

-Pick a Confirmation Saint and turn in Confirmation Name Report Form

-Complete the ParentSponsor Sessions

-Choose a Confirmation Sponsor (This is someone you admire for their faith Youth parents and the sponsor work together to grow in faith and prepare for the Sacraments of ConfirmationHoly Communion

-Take and pass the confirmation assessment Wednesday 600pm May 13 2020

-Write a 2-3 paragraph letter to Bishop Strickland explaining what the Sacrament of Confirmation is and why you want to receive it This is due May 13 2020

2019-2020 CONFIRMATIONHOLY COMMUNION REQUIREMENTS 3rd - 5th

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ADULT EDUCATION

DISCOVER YOUR PLACE in the STORY OF SALVATION

David Scarborough - facilitator

This Journey Through Scripture is designed to help us grow in our knowledge of Scripture while deepening our understanding of the riches of our faith

Wednesday Nights 600-730 during the school year while children are attending Faith Formation

All are welcome

Faith Formation

Join us every Thursday from 1000 am to

1130 am for a Womens Bible Study This is a wonderful group of ladies that share

their faith in fellowship and prayer

Every woman is invited

We meet on the second floor in the first classroom For

more information you can call the office 903-894-7386 or

email Emily Sundstrom easundaolcom

FAITH FORMATION amp SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2ND - 5TH

MARY SUE JAGERS marysuestmarymagdaleneflintorg

YOUTH MINISTRY 6th - 12th

DCN BILL NECESSARY - dcnbillstmarymagdaleneflintorg

Youth Schedule 6 - 12th Grades

Weekly Middle School Youth Group ndash 6-8th grades - Wednesdays 6 00- 730pm

NO CLASS - Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1 Weekly High School Youth Group - 9th - 12th Meets every Sunday night at the St Joseph Youth House NO CLASS - Dec 8 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29

Please contact Deacon Bill for more information on how you can help

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Who participates in RCIA

Non-Catholics who have been baptized in another faith and who want to learn more about the Catholic faith

Un-baptized who might want to join the Catholic Church

Those who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the sacraments of Confirmation or First Eucharist through religious education

If you would like to inquire about the class know what topics will be discussed in the classes and answer any questions you may have about the Catholic faith please call Deacon Dennis King 903-969-0864

We are looking forward to meeting you

The Civil Marriage Initiative provides an experience

that is personal inviting timely engaging and allows

a space for growth and formation in the Sacrament

of Marriage for couples in civil unions seeking

convalidation in the Catholic Church Please talk to

Father or contact Sonia to find our more

MENrsquoS ACTS Faith Sharing Group Every man that has been on an ACTS Retreat is welcome to join us every Thursday morning at 700 am at Panera Bread for prayer and faith sharing

Mens Prayer Group Grow as a disciple of our Lord and Savior with other men from the St Mary Magdalene community Every Tuesday at 730 pm meet in Peaches Hall for prayer for the intentions of the parish and the group Contact Steve Graves at sjgravesgmailcom with subject line Mens prayer group for more details or to share the names of those in need of prayers

Parish and Diocesan News

ADOPT EZRA

This month the Bishop Gorman student body is adopting

Ezra the three-year-old son of Tiffany Sarmiento (Class

of 2002) who was diagnosed with leukemia in April

Ezrarsquos mother travels with him to Cook Childrens

Hospital in Fort Worth regularly for his chemotherapy

and blood transfusions Student fundraising efforts will

help the family with expenses this holiday season For

more information on how you can help please see

httpswwwfacebookcomBishopTKGorman

ALL-REGION TREBLE CHOIR

Congratulations to Bishop Gorman junior Amelia

Ministrelli (Alto 1) who earned a chair in the TPSMEA All-

Region Treble Choir for the third year in a row competing

against over 200 altos in Northeast Texas Congratulations also to senior Gabriella LeBlanc (Alto 2)

who placed as an alternate for the Treble Choir Amelia

will perform with a choir of 60 top singers in Dallas at

Trinity Christian Performing Arts Center on January 10

GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Make plans to cheer on the Lady Cru this holiday season

as they host and compete in the 10th Annual Macy

ChenevertPatriot Holiday Girls Basketball Classic

Tournament on December 27-28th at UT Tylerrsquos

Herrington Patriot Center This tournament honors the

memory of Macy Chenevert a Bishop Gorman student

who passed away at age 14 in 2005

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AIM HIGHER

Bishop Gorman is not just another school It is a

community grounded in the Catholic faith with

exceptional faculty whose goal is to help students reach

their highest potential spiritually and academically -- not

just for high school and not just for college but for life

Please contact Jill Coan Admissions Director at

903-561-2424 to set up a tour or visit our website

at bishopgormannet for more information

-PREVENT ABUSE-

ldquoThe Diocese of Tyler is committed to provide help to anyone

who may have been abused by a priest deacon religious or

anyone working in the name of the Church Concerns about the

conduct of Church personnel can be directed to the pastor or to

the Promoter of Justice at

1-877-415-6423 or promoterdioceseoftylerorg

The St Philip Institute is hosting several events for the Diocese of Tyler

PRAY for Special Needs Family Retreat December 13-15 at the

Pines specially for our own Guzzetta family attending this re-

treat

Retirement Fund for Religious

Give in thanksgiving ldquoThe nuns left lasting impressions on merdquo writes a donor ldquoI shall always be grateful for my Catholic educationrdquo Please join in

thanking the thousands of senior Catholic sisters brothers and religious order priests who worked tirelessly to educate the young and serve those in need Next weekrsquos special collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious which helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members Please give generously While we donrsquot have a second collec-tion those of you who have collection envelopes have a special envelope for this There are also some special envelopes for this collection in the foyer of the church

Please keep in mind that the office will be CLOSED December 24 25 and 26

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 5: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ADULT EDUCATION

DISCOVER YOUR PLACE in the STORY OF SALVATION

David Scarborough - facilitator

This Journey Through Scripture is designed to help us grow in our knowledge of Scripture while deepening our understanding of the riches of our faith

Wednesday Nights 600-730 during the school year while children are attending Faith Formation

All are welcome

Faith Formation

Join us every Thursday from 1000 am to

1130 am for a Womens Bible Study This is a wonderful group of ladies that share

their faith in fellowship and prayer

Every woman is invited

We meet on the second floor in the first classroom For

more information you can call the office 903-894-7386 or

email Emily Sundstrom easundaolcom

FAITH FORMATION amp SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2ND - 5TH

MARY SUE JAGERS marysuestmarymagdaleneflintorg

YOUTH MINISTRY 6th - 12th

DCN BILL NECESSARY - dcnbillstmarymagdaleneflintorg

Youth Schedule 6 - 12th Grades

Weekly Middle School Youth Group ndash 6-8th grades - Wednesdays 6 00- 730pm

NO CLASS - Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Jan 1 Weekly High School Youth Group - 9th - 12th Meets every Sunday night at the St Joseph Youth House NO CLASS - Dec 8 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29

Please contact Deacon Bill for more information on how you can help

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Who participates in RCIA

Non-Catholics who have been baptized in another faith and who want to learn more about the Catholic faith

Un-baptized who might want to join the Catholic Church

Those who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the sacraments of Confirmation or First Eucharist through religious education

If you would like to inquire about the class know what topics will be discussed in the classes and answer any questions you may have about the Catholic faith please call Deacon Dennis King 903-969-0864

We are looking forward to meeting you

The Civil Marriage Initiative provides an experience

that is personal inviting timely engaging and allows

a space for growth and formation in the Sacrament

of Marriage for couples in civil unions seeking

convalidation in the Catholic Church Please talk to

Father or contact Sonia to find our more

MENrsquoS ACTS Faith Sharing Group Every man that has been on an ACTS Retreat is welcome to join us every Thursday morning at 700 am at Panera Bread for prayer and faith sharing

Mens Prayer Group Grow as a disciple of our Lord and Savior with other men from the St Mary Magdalene community Every Tuesday at 730 pm meet in Peaches Hall for prayer for the intentions of the parish and the group Contact Steve Graves at sjgravesgmailcom with subject line Mens prayer group for more details or to share the names of those in need of prayers

Parish and Diocesan News

ADOPT EZRA

This month the Bishop Gorman student body is adopting

Ezra the three-year-old son of Tiffany Sarmiento (Class

of 2002) who was diagnosed with leukemia in April

Ezrarsquos mother travels with him to Cook Childrens

Hospital in Fort Worth regularly for his chemotherapy

and blood transfusions Student fundraising efforts will

help the family with expenses this holiday season For

more information on how you can help please see

httpswwwfacebookcomBishopTKGorman

ALL-REGION TREBLE CHOIR

Congratulations to Bishop Gorman junior Amelia

Ministrelli (Alto 1) who earned a chair in the TPSMEA All-

Region Treble Choir for the third year in a row competing

against over 200 altos in Northeast Texas Congratulations also to senior Gabriella LeBlanc (Alto 2)

who placed as an alternate for the Treble Choir Amelia

will perform with a choir of 60 top singers in Dallas at

Trinity Christian Performing Arts Center on January 10

GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Make plans to cheer on the Lady Cru this holiday season

as they host and compete in the 10th Annual Macy

ChenevertPatriot Holiday Girls Basketball Classic

Tournament on December 27-28th at UT Tylerrsquos

Herrington Patriot Center This tournament honors the

memory of Macy Chenevert a Bishop Gorman student

who passed away at age 14 in 2005

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AIM HIGHER

Bishop Gorman is not just another school It is a

community grounded in the Catholic faith with

exceptional faculty whose goal is to help students reach

their highest potential spiritually and academically -- not

just for high school and not just for college but for life

Please contact Jill Coan Admissions Director at

903-561-2424 to set up a tour or visit our website

at bishopgormannet for more information

-PREVENT ABUSE-

ldquoThe Diocese of Tyler is committed to provide help to anyone

who may have been abused by a priest deacon religious or

anyone working in the name of the Church Concerns about the

conduct of Church personnel can be directed to the pastor or to

the Promoter of Justice at

1-877-415-6423 or promoterdioceseoftylerorg

The St Philip Institute is hosting several events for the Diocese of Tyler

PRAY for Special Needs Family Retreat December 13-15 at the

Pines specially for our own Guzzetta family attending this re-

treat

Retirement Fund for Religious

Give in thanksgiving ldquoThe nuns left lasting impressions on merdquo writes a donor ldquoI shall always be grateful for my Catholic educationrdquo Please join in

thanking the thousands of senior Catholic sisters brothers and religious order priests who worked tirelessly to educate the young and serve those in need Next weekrsquos special collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious which helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members Please give generously While we donrsquot have a second collec-tion those of you who have collection envelopes have a special envelope for this There are also some special envelopes for this collection in the foyer of the church

Please keep in mind that the office will be CLOSED December 24 25 and 26

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 6: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

Parish and Diocesan News

ADOPT EZRA

This month the Bishop Gorman student body is adopting

Ezra the three-year-old son of Tiffany Sarmiento (Class

of 2002) who was diagnosed with leukemia in April

Ezrarsquos mother travels with him to Cook Childrens

Hospital in Fort Worth regularly for his chemotherapy

and blood transfusions Student fundraising efforts will

help the family with expenses this holiday season For

more information on how you can help please see

httpswwwfacebookcomBishopTKGorman

ALL-REGION TREBLE CHOIR

Congratulations to Bishop Gorman junior Amelia

Ministrelli (Alto 1) who earned a chair in the TPSMEA All-

Region Treble Choir for the third year in a row competing

against over 200 altos in Northeast Texas Congratulations also to senior Gabriella LeBlanc (Alto 2)

who placed as an alternate for the Treble Choir Amelia

will perform with a choir of 60 top singers in Dallas at

Trinity Christian Performing Arts Center on January 10

GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Make plans to cheer on the Lady Cru this holiday season

as they host and compete in the 10th Annual Macy

ChenevertPatriot Holiday Girls Basketball Classic

Tournament on December 27-28th at UT Tylerrsquos

Herrington Patriot Center This tournament honors the

memory of Macy Chenevert a Bishop Gorman student

who passed away at age 14 in 2005

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AIM HIGHER

Bishop Gorman is not just another school It is a

community grounded in the Catholic faith with

exceptional faculty whose goal is to help students reach

their highest potential spiritually and academically -- not

just for high school and not just for college but for life

Please contact Jill Coan Admissions Director at

903-561-2424 to set up a tour or visit our website

at bishopgormannet for more information

-PREVENT ABUSE-

ldquoThe Diocese of Tyler is committed to provide help to anyone

who may have been abused by a priest deacon religious or

anyone working in the name of the Church Concerns about the

conduct of Church personnel can be directed to the pastor or to

the Promoter of Justice at

1-877-415-6423 or promoterdioceseoftylerorg

The St Philip Institute is hosting several events for the Diocese of Tyler

PRAY for Special Needs Family Retreat December 13-15 at the

Pines specially for our own Guzzetta family attending this re-

treat

Retirement Fund for Religious

Give in thanksgiving ldquoThe nuns left lasting impressions on merdquo writes a donor ldquoI shall always be grateful for my Catholic educationrdquo Please join in

thanking the thousands of senior Catholic sisters brothers and religious order priests who worked tirelessly to educate the young and serve those in need Next weekrsquos special collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious which helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members Please give generously While we donrsquot have a second collec-tion those of you who have collection envelopes have a special envelope for this There are also some special envelopes for this collection in the foyer of the church

Please keep in mind that the office will be CLOSED December 24 25 and 26

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 7: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

Did you know you can tithe from your phone Scan the QR Code or Visit our website wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorg click on the link and set up a one time weekly or monthly gift to our Parish

Weekend Collection Collection totals for the weekend of December 7 amp 8 = $1103100 Thank you for your generosity

Candles The 7-Day Candle for the week of December 14 through December 20 is donated by

Anne Ballard in memory of her husband Robert Ballard

Flowers All donations will be for Advent and Christmas arrangements but can be in honor of or

memory of

15770 FM 2493 Tyler TX 75703

wwwBrunosPizzaTylercom

Brunorsquos Pizza

Jay amp Lori

Rumbelow

903-939-0002

18910 FM 2493

Flint TX 75762

Mike amp Carla

Bacica

(903) 894-3503

Parish and Diocesan News amp Weekly Gifts

A Home for all Godrsquos people

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone

who has contributed to our Capital Campaign efforts to

build our church Every gift is important and needed

We would also like to extend an invitation to all parishioners who have not

had the opportunity to make a pledge to please consider doing so You

may contact us at the church office 903-894-7647 or by emailing Sonia at

soniaescobedostmarymagdaleneflintorg

New pledges are for 4 years to end of 2023

Along with your monetary donations we also ask you to keep praying for

the strength of our faith and the labor of our parish

Cash on hand as of 100219 - $2896198

FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

wwwstmarymagdaleneflintorgnew-church-project

FOOD PANTRY

Our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry needs your help

Please donate desserts andor your time on Wednesday December 18 as we serve our client Christmas meal

You may bring desserts any time but we ask that you please LABLE and DATE them

We are planning on having enough groceries and food to serve around 120 clients

We would like to thank you for your generous donation and ask you to please continue to donate this worthy cause God Bless

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647

Page 8: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church · 12/15/2019  · Classes Resume Jan 5th WEDNESDAY FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE NO CLASS : Dec 11, Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1 Jan 8th-Regular Mass Attendance

mercedesbenzoftylercom

Patrick Allare

Exclusive Agent

Personal Financial Representative

Allstate

1717 WSW 323 Loop Ste A

Tyler TX 75701

Ph 9035790610

Fa 9035814066

patrickallareallstatecom

GRAY DRAGON

PERSONAL TRAINING AND SENIOR FITNESS

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - REHAB DIETWEIGHT

CONTROL ANTI AGINGDEMENTIA PROGRAM

IN HOME SERVICE

MIKE HAMSCHIN CSCS

skydragon_cscsyahoocom

(412) 897-1900

7102 South Broadway Avenue

Tyler Texas 75703

(903) 939-2265

ADVERTISE

WITH US

CALL

903-894-7647