St Jude Catholic Church
399 Barrow Street•pearl MS 39208
Office: 601-939-3181
fax: 601-939-3160
Website www.stjudepearl.org
Hours:
8:30 am -- 3:30 pm
Monday -- Friday
V. Rev. Jeffrey Waldrep
Pastor
[email protected]
Deacon
John McGregor
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant
Kelly McGregor
[email protected]
M ass Sch edu l e
Saturday Vigil
5:30 pm
Sunday
8:30 am & 11:00 am
Tuesday, Wednesday,
and Thursday
6:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am
Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament
Thursday 5:00 pm
First Saturday
Following Mass
Holy Days
of Obligation
Check bulletin
for times
Reconciliation
Saturday 4:45 pm
or by appointment
Our prayer chapel
is always open
Rev. Joseph Le
Associate Pastor
[email protected]
Liturgy & Pastoral Care
Rhonda Bowden
Faith Formation
Stacy Wolf
[email protected]
[email protected]
Music Director
Pat O’Neil
[email protected]
Youth Ministers
Betsy Walter
601-214-7378
Mara Villa-Polk 601-421-3849
Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 16, 2016
PRAYING: YOUR WEAKNESS OR YOUR STRENGTH?
The fact is that either you are growing closer to the Lord or growing away
from the Lord. We live in a world where science lures us into believing that
we can understand, that we can know, that we can figure out the who, why
and what’s of our lives. Technology gives us a false sense of security and
control. Our egos, yes the mighty oh ego, is going full thrust in honor of self.
The temptation becomes to give up on the grace of God pretty quickly. Jesus
tells the parable of a determined widow who was pestering the heck out of a
crooked judge (Lk 18: 1-8). Now this parable comes right after an encounter
Jesus had with the Pharisees, who were getting a bit too comfortable in their
life and began questing God’s grace and fidelity. Jesus’ parable is insisting
that they should at least have the confidence of the determined widow and
“pray always without becoming weary” and God will “speedily” respond (Lk
18: 1).” Yes, in order that we do not get lured into giving up on the grace of
God, we are called to be a people of prayer. Not just a prayer here and
there. No, we are called to be constant in our prayer. We have to be constant in thanksgiving, constant in repentance, constant in praise, and constant in bringing to God every need that comes our way. Constancy in prayer
builds confidence and strength in God. Yes, constant prayer, a minute here,
a ½ hour there, every day, can help us to remain strong in our faith. A
strong prayer life can strengthen our weakness, educate our ignorance, and
protect us from temptation. Have you been looking for strength in the midst
of your weaknesses? Well, it’s time to turn to the grace of God and pray.
Parish Mission Statement
We, the family of St. Jude, Pearl, Mississippi are a vibrant, Eucharistic community with caring members that
are empowered by baptism to serve God through the sacraments. We will proclaim the good news and provide spiritual and moral guidance to parishioners and the community by creating a holy and comforting place
that encourages active participation, service to each other, and love.
Mass Intentions
Saturday 5:30pm— People of St. Jude
Sunday 8:30 am— People of St. Jude
Sunday 11:00 am— Special Intention
Tuesday 6:00 pm—Special Intention
Wednesday 6:00 pm—Special Intention
Thursday 6:00 pm— Special Intention
Friday 10:00 am— Special Intention
The RCIA meets each Tuesday
beginning at 6:30 pm. It’s not
too late to join us for this year.
This week’s Topic is “The Creed:
”What Catholics believe.”
Remember in your prayers the Repose of the Soul of Charles Weeks,
Jr. brother of Ginger Brown,, Ellias
Nantez Sipin, Jr., father of Leah
Dear; and Kathy Gomez’s mother
We pray God’s blessing and comfort will be with their families and friends in their time of grief.
Flowers in the Church donated by
Mary Foreman
In memory of Mac Foreman
Catholics Care. Catholics
Vote. Practice civil dialogue.
In their statement on Forming
Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, the U.S. Catholic bishops remind Catholics that we
are called to engage in charitable, respectful and civil dialogue during election season.
In a culture that is dominated by "partisan attacks,
sound bites and media hype," the Church calls for "a
different kind of political engagement" (no. 14). Visit
www.faithfulcitizenship.org to access resources on civil
dialogue and on how our faith calls us to engage during
election season and beyond.
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday:
Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time;
Sukkot (Jewish Feast of Tabernacles)
Monday:
St. Ignatius of Antioch; National Boss Day
Tuesday:
St. Luke
Wednesday: Ss. John de Brébeuf, Isaac Jogues, and
Companions
Thursday: St. Paul of the Cross
Saturday: St. John Paul II; Blessed Virgin Mary
Congratulations to our Newest Catholic
Congratulations to Allen Clark and Leela Jardee whose infant daughter, Farren Opal was
baptized on Saturday, October 8th. We welcome her into the our Catholic Church family.
And
Christina, David, and Aubrey Overton
In memory of Lucy “Granny” Sutterfield
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Nine days of prayer and action
focused on cherishing and protecting God’s gift of life.
www.9daysforlife.com
Field of White Crosses
The Young Apostles and Knights of Columbus generously have put up a field of
white crosses on the Church lawn during
the month of October (Respect Life
Month). Those crosses remind us to lift
up in prayer all victims of abortion (the
babies, their mothers, fathers, grandparents, sisters and brothers) and of various other evils
HAPPY ARE THEY
Happy are they who grieve not for what they have
not, but give thanks for what they do have.
—Anonymous
Sunday, October 9, 2016
$ 6,003.00
Online Giving
$ 2,264.00
Children’s Collection
$
44.88
Food Pantry
$
240.00
Stewardship Thought
Today’s theme is perseverance — Moses keeping his hands
upraised throughout the battle, Paul urging Timothy to stay
with the task of preaching and teaching, and the widow
appealing to the corrupt judge. To be faithful stewards of
God’s gifts, we, too, must persevere in the roles to which
we are called.
Simplify with Online
Giving
Looking for ways to simplify
your busy back-to-school
schedule? Try Online Giving.
It’s a secure and easy way to tithe and make other
contributions. You can even set up automatic payments that will occur periodically so you don’t have
to worry about remembering when to give. Look for
the link on www.stjudepearl.org
Jubilee Year of Mercy
October 16, 2016
Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Though Jesus told today’s parable
more than two thousand years ago, human
nature hasn’t changed: we recognize both
characters instantly. The merciless judge represents the corruption that has short-circuited
justice throughout history; the distraught widow, society’s perennially powerless, marginalized to what
Pope Francis calls the “peripheries” by those who wield
power but lack the mercy that could transfigure society
with compassion. To confront such reality, Jesus bids us,
“pray always without becoming weary” (Luke 18:1). Prayer
opens our eyes to see others from Jesus’ perspective, and
leads us to work for justice by coming to the aid of others
with what Pope Francis extols as a higher standard, mercy.
Thus, when Jesus asks, “Will not God secure the rights of
[God’s] chosen ones? Will [God] be slow to answer?” (18:7). We respond by making God’s liberating
work for others our own. “[W]hen the Son of Man comes,
will he find faith on earth?” (18:8). Yes, we respond—and
mercy!
—Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
NO PEW POTATOES
Catholicism is not a spectator sport.
—Anonymous
Please remember in your daily prayers the sick and
suffering of our parish family.
Parishioners:
Brody Bokros, Ginger Brown, Asuncion Cannon,
George Cox, Cathy Dunn, Ed Dunn, Grace Dunn,
Charles Goldsmith, Jane Kaiser, Katie Kirby, Walter
Loepke, Joe Loomis, Margaret Major, Mike Meadows, Kathy Moody, Ernie Murray, Charles Myers, Lois
Pearce, Patricia Poole, T. Raymond, Phyllis Rogers,
Florence Scanlon, Mike Siller, Scott Statham, Charlie
Thames, Jose Varela, Ignacio Zambrano, Mary Jo
Zummo.
Family and Friends of Parishioners:
Joyce Overton (stepmother of David Overton), Faye
Lea (wife of Allen Lea), Keith Tonkel (friend of Riza
Caskey), Mairead Noonan, (sister-in-law of Fr. Patrick
Noonan), Flora and Luis Martin (Daughter and Son-inlaw of Mary Rippa), Missy Goodman (Daughter of
Nick and Maureen Calico), Pearl Turner (mother of
Sheilah Resweber), Michelle and Cassandra Garza
(daughter and granddaughter of Sharon Siller), Jeremy McIntyre (son of Brenda and Dorian McIntyre),
Cathy McWilliams and Thomas Marville (Sister and
Brother of Anthony Marvelli), Flossie Fraiser (cousin
of Linda Smith), Emily Bennett (daughter-in-law of
Carol Denslow), Irene Jones (mother of Gail Dowdle),
June Harkins (mother of Beth Bivens), Hazel Cooley
(former parishioner) Caron Galloday (former parishioner), Marian Lyons (friend of John and Kelly
McGregor), Karla Fidler (friend of Monique Augustus),
Charles Downey (father of April McDonald), Kevin
Thames (grandson of Charlie Thames), Carolyn Arnold (friend of Roxi Quirin), Jeannie Marvelli (Aunt of
Anthony Marvelli), Larry and Jean Everhart, Mala
Torrence, and Inez Storr (friends of Sandra Walker),
Reagan Madere (Father of Eric Madere), Veronica
Womack (friend of Serie Barnhill), Dorothy Corbitt
(mother of Sandra Walker), Barry Watts (friend of
Sandra Walker), Tanya Harris (daughter of Phyllis
Rogers.), Martha Young, (mother of Cathy Dunn)and
all those in nursing homes or homebound.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Eph 2:1-10; Ps 100:1b-5; Lk 12:13-21
Tuesday:
2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18;
Lk 10:1-9
Wednesday: Eph 3:2-12; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd-6; Lk 12:39-48
Thursday:
Eph 3:14-21; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 11-12, 18-19;
Lk 12:49-53
Friday:
Eph 4:1-6; Ps 24:1-4ab, 5-6; Lk 12:54-59
Saturday:
Eph 4:7-16; Ps 122:1-5; Lk 13:1-9
Sunday:
Sir 35:12-14, 16-18; Ps 34:2-3, 17-19, 23;
2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18; Lk 18:9-14
We are so excited to begin
our 2016-2017 school
year for the Parish School
of Religion!
Class time – Sunday mornings, 9:45-10:45am. Please be
sure to arrive promptly
for Sunday School. For dismissal, parents must
come inside the building to pick up children from
the Atriums (Level I – III).
Service Opportunity for
Students in 6th – 12th
grade.
Saturday, October 22 at
10am
We need help assembling the shoeboxes for
the Box of Joy kickoff. This can count as service hours for BETA, Key Club, Distinguished Service,
etc. Please contact Stacy Wolf in the office if
your student would like to help.
Baptismal Prep – A Baptismal Prep class will be
held on Wednesday, October 19th at
6:45 pm in the Level III Atrium. This
class is designed for first-time new/
expecting parents or parents of children under the age of 7 who are
Baptizing a child in the Catholic faith for the first
time. Registration is required. Please contact
Stacy in the office by Monday, October 17th if
you wish to attend.
NEW STUDY
The St. Jude Women of Faith will begin
a new study on Wednesday, October
19th “Walk in Her Sandals: Experiencing Christ’s Passion through the
Eyes of Women.” What if you could
have been a witness to the events of
the last days of Jesus' life--walking with
him as he entered Jerusalem, observing
his crucifixion, and embracing him on
Easter? What would you have thought and done? How
would you have been changed? If you are interested in
joining this bible study and would like to purchase a
book, please contact Jennifer Diez 601-750-9943 or
email at [email protected]. Books can be purchased through Amazon.com.
FALL ADULT FAITH FORMATION
SESSIONS meets each Sunday
Being Catholic takes more than simply believing
in God or doing what he asks of us. Jesus wants
you to be more than just a believer—he wants
you to be his disciple and friend. To help you answer this call to deeper friendship with Christ, St.
Jude will begin Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the
Gospel of John on Sunday, at 9:45 am. For
more information contact Deacon John McGregor.
You will not only benefit personally from being
part of this study; you will also help us to grow in
fellowship as a parish as we grow closer in Christ
together.
care.
Protection of Children
The Diocese of Jackson is committed to
ensuring that no one being served by
the church be (is) at risk of sexual
abuse or exploitation by clergy, religious or lay church personnel. The spiritual well-being of all the victims, their
families and others in the community is
of particular concern to the church. In
accordance with our policy, all victims
are offered counseling and pastoral
Anyone who has been a victim of abuse or exploitation by
clergy, religious or lay church personnel and has not yet
reported it is encouraged to do so. Our victim assistance
coordinator, Valerie McClellan, a licensed social worker, is
available to assist in making a report. Please contact her at
601- 326-3728.
For more information about diocesan policies and procedures and to learn what the diocese is doing to create a
safe environment for everyone, please visit the diocesan
website at www.jacksondiocese.org and click on
“Protection of Children.”
Saint Joseph Catholic School’s Open
House is Sunday, November 6 at 2:00
p.m. This is no ordinary school tour, but a
student-inspired, performance-filled showcase. Incredible art, academics, theater,
music and athletics - not to mention that
one-of-a-kind spirit which makes Saint
Joseph the exceptional place that it is.
See for yourself the bright, shining soul of
Saint Joseph. For more information, please contact Kristi
Garrard, Director of Enrollment, 601-898-4812.
St. Jude 3rd Annual Chili Cook-Off
Team Registration Form
November 12th 2016
Team Name: _______________________________________________________________
Head Chef Name: ___________________________________________________________
Head Chef’s Phone Number, Email, and Address:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
$50.00 Entry Fee Per-Team
Please make check payable to: Knights of Columbus Council 8030
You can mail in your check and Registration Form to: Daniel Nelson 121 Village Villa Circle Florence, MS 39073. If you have questions please call 601-549-6783.
All Moneys made will be going towards helping our council give coats to needy children before
winter. Knights of Columbus has taken part in “Coats for Kids” for many years. It is a worthy
cause that helps literally 100’s of children in Mississippi alone. Don’t let one child go cold this
year.
Awards will be given out at 7:00 P.M. There will be 4 trophies. 1 st, 2nd, and 3rd will be chosen by the
crowd. Last our two Parish Priests will award Father’s Choice. Yes it is possible to receive two trophies.
Rules:
1. Must Supply at least 2 gallons.
2. Cooking is encouraged to be done on sight although you do not have to. No use of Church kitchen will be allowed. Must be self-sustainable. We will provide serving cups and spoons. We will supply electrical outlet if you are using a crock pot.
3. Chili must be at your assigned serving station at 5:00. You will serve your own chili.
4. No more than four people per team please.
Deadline to enter is November 7th
St. Jude Young Apostles
October 16, 2016
Mrs. Betsy 601-214-738 and Mrs. Mara 601-421-3849
Confirmation
Our classes for confirmation are every month on the second Sunday of every month from 2 to
5 pm unless otherwise noted in the bulletin.
Please keep our youth in the confirmation class in your prayers. They are: Hannah Chapman,
Mary Beth Vandlandingham, Mary Rose Wolf, Richard Woodward, Dominic Lopez, Rhy Elizar,
Austin Burnham, Kaeden Burnham, Jack Dowdle, Christopher Watkins, Cody Myers, Taylor Dorris, Alex Booth, Charlie Millette, Grace Rayborn, Adam Elcan, and Sarah Murphy
Upcoming Events
October 29, 2016-Trunk or Treat from 7:00-8:30 pm.
October 30, 2016-Laser Tag at Party Safari in Flowood. We will attend Mass at 11:00 am. We will
leave the church parking lot at after mass, eat lunch, and return to the church at 5:00 pm. Laser tag
is $18.00 for three games. You will also need money for lunch and snacks. Party Safari also has a
rock wall, arcade, trampoline and bumper cars.
November 2, 2016-Wednesday night Mass and games in the youth room from 6:00 to 8:30 pm.
November 20, 2016-High Heaven!!!! We will be paying for this event for any youth that want to attend. We must know if you plan to attend by November 6th. The tickets must be reserved in advance.
Help Wanted!
Happy Birthday!!
October 22, 2016
This is a great volunteer opportunity. We will
Johan Poole 10/2
be assembling the shoeboxes for the Box of
Owen Wolf 10/3
Joy kick off at 10 am. There are 400 boxes
Kyle Michel 10/4
to be assembled. Please let Mrs. Stacy Wolf
Skylar Saujon 10/9
know if you can help.
Christopher Watkins 10/11