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THE CONFESSOR A Publication of St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church
April - May 2021 www.steddy.org
Order of St. Louis Medallion
Awards Ceremony The Archdiocese of New Orleans’ Order of St. Louis
Medallion awards ceremony was held on Sunday,
March 21, 2021. We recognized Dawn Oddo and
Sal and Kathy Lovecchio for their years of dedicated
service to our parish. You each are a blessing to our
parish family and have our heartfelt congratulations!
Events, dates and times published here are subject to change
Palm Sunday, March 28
Masses at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 12 Noon
and 4:30 p.m. (Vigil at 4 p.m. on Saturday)
Palms will be blessed and distributed
at all Masses.
Monday—Wednesday, March 29-31
Masses at 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Confession at 6:30 p.m.
Holy Thursday, April 1
Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7 p.m.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
will follow until 10 pm in the Chapel.
Good Friday, April 2
Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3 p.m.
Commemorate the death of the Lord
and venerate the Holy Cross.
Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m.
Holy Saturday, April 3
Solemn Morning Prayer at 10 a.m.
Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.
Easter Sunday, April 4
Masses at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 Noon
(No evening Mass)
Alleluia, Alleluia! Christ is Risen
Schedule
Reminder… the Parish Office
will be closed Good Friday,
April 2 & Easter Monday,
April 5, and will reopen on
Tuesday, April 6.
Blessings from
Fr. Joseph,
Fr. Kevin &
Office Staff.
Happy Easter !
RCIA candidate Marla Southerland (right) and her
sponsor, Terri Smith (left) participated in the “Rite of the
Call to Continuing Conversion”,
on Feb. 21 with Archbishop
Aymond at St. Catherine of
Siena Church, Metairie.
Marla will be received into full
communion on Holy Thursday,
April 1, during our Mass of the
Lord’s Supper. Let us keep
Marla and Terri in our prayers as they continue on their
journey of faith, growing ever-closer to God.
World Marriage Day
on the Feast of St. Valentine
Our parish celebrated World Marriage Day on Sunday,
February 14, by recognizing couples present at the 10 am Mass.
Cherie and Michael Hunter Most newly married couple
at 11 years, (pictured with daughters, Amelia &
Abigail, and honored parents, Peggy and Joseph Hunter)
Sal & Kathy Lovecchio Longest married couple
at 57 years
Fr. Joseph also gave a general blessing to all couples.
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2022 Confirmation Registration
High school juniors and seniors wishing to receive the
Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Edward in 2022 must
register by making an appointment with Trevor Huster,
our Director of Religious Education. The deadline for
registration is Tuesday, August 31. In preparation for
this sacrament, all candidates must participate in classes,
a retreat, service hours and an interview. To make an
appointment, or for further information, contact Trevor
Huster by email at [email protected] or at 888-0703.
Sacrament of Confirmation
Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond visited
St. Edward on March 4 for a very special
event: twenty-seven (27) high school students
received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Please pray that these young men and women continue to
stay close to the Lord by using the gifts and fruits in
which they will be strengthened.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful
and kindle in them the fire of your love...
“It was a very blessed occasion to be commissioned as a
Lay Ecclesial Minister by Archbishop Aymond, Sunday,
January 31, 2021, at the 11:00 AM Mass held at St. Louis
Cathedral. I am very grateful for the support of the parish
pastors, Fr. Seiler and Fr. Joseph Man Tran, staff and
friends throughout my time in the ILEM program
(Institute for Lay Ecclesial Ministry) at Notre Dame
Seminary, Graduate School of Theology. A special
‘thank you’ goes to Fr. Kevin DeLerno, who served as
my Spiritual Director and On-Site Supervisor. I feel the
Lord led me through my academic studies and four-pillar
formation process in preparation for my new position of
service in His Church working in the parish office. I am
happy to assist in any way I can and to discuss the ILEM
program with anyone interested in learning more.”
Jackie Sofio, Parish Office Staff Secretary
Prayer for Vocations O Holy Spirit, Spirit of wisdom and divine love, impart
your knowledge, understanding, and counsel to all that
they may know the vocation wherein they can best serve
God. Give them courage and strength to follow God’s holy
will. Guide their uncertain steps, strengthen their
resolutions, shield their chastity, fashion their minds,
conquer their hearts, and lead them to the vineyards where
they will labor in God’s holy service. Amen.
World Day of Prayer for Vocations
Good Shepherd Sunday, April 25, also
known as the World Day of Prayer for
Vocations, is a day each year when we pray
with extra concern that God will send more
laborers into His harvest. We keep in prayer
and express our support for those clergy,
religious and consecrated seculars who are closest to us in
our parish: Fr. Joseph Man Tran; Fr. Kevin DeLerno;
Deacon Steve Koehler; Deacon Tim Meaut; Sister Julia
Stump, Sister Elizabeth Hebert and Sister Loan Nguyen.
Eucharistic Lecture Series Upcoming lectures at Notre Dame Seminary: The Real
Presence of the Eucharist, Wednesday, April 21, presented
by Dr. David Liberto and Eucharistic Images and Art,
Wednesday, May 19, presented by Prof. Jordan Haddad.
Adoration begins at 5:30 pm with lecture at 6:00 pm. See
flyers on tables in back of church for more information.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY April 11
With the canonization of St. Faustina in
April 2000, St. John Paul II declared,
The Second Sunday of Easter,
henceforth throughout the Church, will
also be called Divine Mercy Sunday.
Our Lord told St. Faustina that on that day:
"The soul that will go to confession and receive Holy
Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins
and punishment." To receive this grace of mercy on Divine Mercy Sunday,
April 11, the following is required, while in a state of
grace: 1) in any church or chapel take part in the prayers and
devotions held in honor of the Divine Mercy OR in the
presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed or reserved in
the tabernacle, recite the Our Father and the Creed adding
a devout prayer to our Merciful Lord, such as "Merciful
Jesus, I trust in You";
2) go to confession within 20 days before or after Divine
Mercy Sunday;
3) receive Holy Communion while in a state of grace within
20 days before or after Divine Mercy Sunday;
4) pray for the intentions of the Holy Father within 20 days
before or after Divine Mercy Sunday; and
5) have the interior disposition of complete detachment from
sin, even venial sin.
Don’t miss this opportunity!
Jesus, I trust in You!
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Our April General Meeting will be held on Wednesday,
April 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Elections for next
year as well as the end of the year drawing, will be held
during this meeting; so, please join us for this important
event. Have a happy and blessed Easter!
LADIES COUNCIL NEWS
Rejoice and Give Thanks !
“Rejoice in the Lord always;
again I will say, Rejoice” (Phil.4:4)
We are just finishing a season of prayer and fasting.
Hopefully, you have been able to enter in deeply in the
season of Lent. Now, the Church offers us an even
longer season of Easter to rejoice and give thanks for
so great a gift! You and I have been rescued from
death and rescued from sin! What good news that is!!!
We are offered mercy and forgiveness! Let us each
take the time to ponder what God has done for us!
Each of us can say, “He rescued me, because He
loves me!” (Psalm 18:19) In place of fasting, we are
invited to feast on thanksgiving! He is rich in mercy!
Let us be generous in giving heartfelt thanks and
praise!!! He gave His Life!
Give Him some time in adoration and praise!
Our Adoration Chapel is open
Mon/Wed./Fri, from 8am-10pm.
Adorers needed on
Friday at 4pm and 5pm.
Call Sheila Butler at 889-0334.
Eddy Award Nominations
The Eddy Awards recognize those individuals who
have contributed in an extraordinary way to the life and
success of our parish. The nominations for 2021 are now
being accepted. Nominees must be a parishioner for at
least five years and involved in at least two ministries
during that time. To submit a nomination, send a letter
describing the activities and contributions of the nominee
signed by at least three parishioners. Submissions should
be received in the parish office by Friday, April 30 for
the Eddy Awards Committee’s consideration. For more
information, call 888-0703.
& Founder’s Day Mass Tuesday, June 1
Everyone is invited to attend the 6 p.m. Mass on
Tuesday, June 1st, where we will celebrate our 57th
parish anniversary. At this annual Founder’s Day Mass,
we will remember all those, living and deceased, who
worked to build our faith community, along with those
who continue to give and share. Through the intercession
of St. Edward, we pray for an ever-increasing awareness
of God’s love for us so that our love for Him and each
other may continue to grow in our hearts. Please join us
for Mass and the presentation of the Eddy Awards.
This month’s General Meeting, our last of the year,
will be held on Wednesday, April 7 in the cafeteria.
Doors will open at 6:30 pm and the meeting begins
at 7:30 pm . As always, dinner will follow the meeting.
This is one of our most important meetings of the year
as we will elect new officers. Please try to attend and
cast your vote in electing our new board.
Our Lenten Fish Fry events were very successful!
A special thanks goes out to our Fish Fry Chairman,
Daniel Haworth, who coordinated these events. We also
thank the many volunteers for their help and support.
STEAM’s Annual Crawfish Cook-off will
be on Saturday, May 1, from 5-9 pm .
Join us for crawfish, pizza, vegetables,
beer, soft drinks and desserts.
Pre-pay for this event online at
www.steamevents.org .
For more information, or to enter a team into the
Cook-Off, contact the event chairman Robert LeNormand
at [email protected] .
Note: Due to the uncertainty with COVID-19 restrictions
this year, please continue to check the website
at www.steamevents.org for updates.
STEAM NEWS
ALUMNI NEWS
Congratulations to Brady Gueydan and Kyle Millet!
Brother Martin High
School 8th grade students
who were honored on
Thursday, February 25;
each received academic
scholarships for the 2020-
2021 school year.
We still have openings in most grades
for the 2021– 2022 school year.
Contact the school office, 888-6353,
if you are interested in registration
information.
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GENERAL PARISH INFORMATION
PARISH STAFF
Pastor: Rev. Joseph Man Tran
Parochial Vicar: Rev. Kevin T. DeLerno
Deacons: Steven J. Koehler
Timothy G. Meaut
School Principal: Dr. Thomas E. Becker, Jr.
Director of Religious Ed.: Trevor D. Huster
ADDRESSES , TELEPHONES AND E-MAIL
Parish Office: 4921 West Metairie Ave.
Metairie, LA 70001-4466
(504) 888-0703; (504) 455-5443 FAX
E-mail: [email protected]
Parish Website: www.steddy.org
School: 4901 West Metairie Ave.
Metairie, LA 70001-4496
(504) 888-6353; (504) 456-0960 FAX
E-mail: [email protected]
School website: www.steddyschool.com
SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Vigil (Saturdays) at 4 p.m.
Sundays at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 12 noon and 4:30 p.m.
WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Mondays through Fridays at 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturdays at 8:30 a.m.
Holy Days of Obligation follow special schedules. See weekly bulletin.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturdays at 2:30 p.m., Sundays at 4 p.m.,
Monday through Friday at 5 p.m., and by appointment.
THE CONFESSOR
The June –July deadline is 9 a.m. on the first Monday of the month,
May 3. Send information to Jackie Sofio ([email protected]).
Holy Spirit Novena 2021
The first novena to the Holy Spirit
took place in the Upper Room between
the Ascension and Pentecost Sunday,
with the Blessed Mother along with the
Apostles and disciples gathered there.
Our world today is in dire need of an
outpouring of the Holy Spirit! Please
join our parish community in preparation for the Feast of
Pentecost, Sunday, May 23, and pray the Holy Spirit
Novena beginning Friday, May 14 through Saturday,
May 22. Copies will be available in back of church.
Blessing of Expectant Mothers
Sunday, May 2 at 10 a.m. Mass The Blessing of Expectant Mothers takes place
twice each year to offer prayers and support to
families preparing for the birth or adoption of a
child. Please join us!
May 9
Other Special Dates on the Church Calendar
Friday, April 16 - O.M. St. Bernadette of Lourdes
Thursday, April 29 - Memorial of St. Catherine of Siena
Monday, May 24 - The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
Monday, May 31 - The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
We are happy to announce that twenty-nine (29) of
our school and PSR students received their First Holy
Communion on March 13. Sister Julia, Mrs. Cavignac
and Mrs. Gass have done a wonderful job preparing the
children for this sacred event. Congratulations to all the
children. May all your communions be full of graces!
Glorious St. Joseph, you are the pattern of all who work. Obtain for me, please, the grace to work conscientiously and to put devotion to duty before my selfish inclinations. Help me to labor in thankfulness and joy, for it is an honor to employ and to develop by my labor the gifts I have received from almighty God. Grant that I may work in orderliness, peace, moderation and patience without shrinking from weariness and difficulties. I offer my fatigue and perplexities as reparation for sin. I shall work,
above all, with a pure intention and with detachment from self, having always before my eyes the hour of death and the accounting which I must to render of time ill-spent, of talents unemployed, of good undone, and of empty pride in success, which is so fatal to the work of God. For Jesus through Mary, all in imitation of you, good St. Joseph. This shall be my motto in life and in death. Amen
Saint Joseph the worker prayer: www.saintjoe.org
FEAST DAY OF ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER
Saturday, May 1, 2021
