ST. JUDE CATHOLIC PARISH MARCH 15, 2020

1515 N Greenville Ave. Allen, Texas 75002

972.727.1177 | Fax 972.727.1401 | After hours and emergencies 972.632.2382

THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT

The Samaritan woman said to him, “How can you, a Jew, ask me,

a Samaritan woman, for a drink?” Jesus answered and said to her,

“If you knew the gift of God and who is saying to you, ‘Give me a drink,’

you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.”

John 4:9a, 10

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WELCOME TO ST. JUDE www.stjudeparish.com facebook.com/stjudeallen

A Pilgrimage through the Holy Land of Israel

By the Grace of God, with the support of our Pastor Fr. Andrew, and with the prayers of our St. Jude parish, with the companionship of thirty-one parishioners and friends, I recently (November 11-20,2019) ventured on a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land, journeying through the regions

where Jesus lived his ministry and ultimately died for our salvation. This experience of walking where Jesus walked, exploring the historical excavations as well as the sacred sites of his life and the contemporary communities around them, provided us with fertile ground for personal contemplation and renewal of our faith.

In general, a pilgrimage is a meaningful journey to a sacred place, a time of simply ‘being’ rather than always ‘doing’. For Christians, the reasons for going on a pilgrimage are varied - to set aside time for God, to draw closer to him, or to more clearly discern his will and guidance at times of transition or difficulty. The pilgrimage-centered journey gives us the chance to re-energize mentally, physically and spiritually. Christian pilgrims do not merely visit places as tourists, we come away inspired and changed, renewed in our lives and faith.

On this particular pilgrimage, organized mainly for our parishioners, using the professional services of NAWAS International Tour operating company, Della Doss took in charge of the contact person. We visited sacred sites and historical excavations throughout Israel, including stops in Haifa, Tiberias, Nazareth, Bethlehem, and Jerusalem. I cannot begin to adequately share the breadth of emotions experienced by all of us during our visits to numerous sacred and historical sites. Whether it was the site of the Transfiguration on Mt. Tabor, the grotto where Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed, or the Stone of the Unction in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the places we visited touched each one of us differently, personally tied to our individual walk of faith. Highlights for many of us included:

A visit to the cave revered as Jesus’ birthplace, Bethlehem, and the Church of the Nativity constructed over the grotto; (Matt. 1: 18-25)

The place where Jesus lived with his parents in his boyhood days at Nazareth, and Carpenter workshop of Joseph. (Matthew 2:23)

Church of visitation in a hilly area of Judah where Mary, pregnant with Jesus and Elizabeth, pregnant with John the Baptist met each other.

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In light of the continued rise in the number of flu cases and concerns about the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Diocese of Dallas is taking the following precautions.

Please stay home if you are sick or are experiencing symptoms. If you are ill, you are not bound by the obligation to attend Mass, including on Sunday. Out of charity to others, sick individuals should not attend Mass or other liturgical events.

Distribution of the Precious Blood from the chalice is suspended until further notice.

The Sign of Peace is temporarily suspended. After the Our Father and Prayer of Peace by the priest, the Lamb of God will follow immediately.

We do not encourage the holding of hands during Mass.

If applicable, please strongly consider receiving Communion in your hand rather than on the tongue.

The Diocese continues to be in touch with state and local health authorities and will alter these directives as needed. Please let us continue to pray for all who are sick and affected by this virus.

Weekend Masses Family Rosary begins half an hour before Mass

Saturday (Anticipatory) 5:00 pm

Sunday 8:00 am, 10:00 am, Noon & 5:00 pm

Daily Masses (Chapel) Monday 8:30 am & Noon

Tuesday 8:30 am & 6:00 pm Wednesday 8:30 am & Noon

Reconciliation (Chapel) Tuesday, Thursday 5:00 to 5:45 pm Saturday 9:00 to 10:00 am

Adoration (Chapel) Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am to 6 pm, 6:30 to 9 pm

1st Friday 9:00 am to Noon

Sunday 6:00 to 8:30 pm

Thurs 8:30 am & 6:00 pm

Fri 8:30 am & Noon

Sat 8:30 am (Church)

Mon 8:30 am & Noon

Tues 8:30 am & 6:00 pm Wed 8:30 am & Noon

LENTEN REFLECTION

Last Fall, a group of parishioners went on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Father Abraham providing spiritual guidance. Father Abraham shares with us a timely reflection of their journey as we go through the season of Lent.

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MARY’S WAY OF THE CROSS

The first Mary's Way of the Cross will be on Thursday, March 19, hosted by Women of St. Jude (WOSJ). It will begin at 9:15 AM with a light breakfast and drinks provided by the WOSJ

in Reception Hall. A rosary will be held at 9:40 AM in Church followed by Mary's Way of the Cross at 10:00 AM.

The Daughters of Mary will host the second Mary's Way of the Cross on Wednesday, March 25, beginning with a rosary at 6:40 PM in the Church. Mary's Way of the Cross will be from 7:00 - 8:00 PM followed by refreshments in Reception Hall.

3 Nights of Lenten Mission

with Fr. Edwin Leonard

MARCH 16, 17 & 18

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Church

First Night

Temptation in the Wilderness

Second Night

Defense in the Wilderness

Third Night

Led by the Spirit Confession will be Available

As Part of the Mission

Fr. Edwin Leonard

Dallas Diocese

Vocation Director

LENTEN MISSION WITH FR. EDWIN LEONARD March 16-18, 7 pm

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Family Stations of the Cross Thursdays, Feb 27 - Mar 26, 5:00 pm

Regular Stations of the Cross Fridays, Feb 28 - Mar 20, 7:00 pm

Youth Living Stations of the Cross Friday, March 27, 7:00 pm

Mary’s Way of the Cross March 19, 9:15 am and March 25, 6:30 pm

FRIDAY LENTEN DINNERS Feb 28 - Mar 27, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Parish Hall

ADULT FAITH FORMATION STUDIES

Rediscover the Saints Mystery of the Eucharist

No Greater Love

https://stjudeparish.com/lent-resources

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK Please go to the website for the complete calendar.

15 RITE OF SCRUTINY, 10 am Mass

17 Happy St. Patrick’s Day

18 CAREER ALLIANCE 9:00 am, Lecture Room

19 Solemnity of St. Joseph HUSBAND OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

19 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS’ DINNER 6:30 pm, Parish Hall, See page 4

21 SUNSHINE & RAINBOW’S FAMILY DINNER 6:00 pm, Parish Hall, See page 4

Join other St. Jude women for this annual Lenten retreat on April 2-5, 2020.

Signups are now open. To register, go to www.montserratretreat.org and select Women’s Retreat #53 - and note “St. Jude Women’s Retreat” in comment section or call 940.321.6020 to register. A non-refundable $50 registration fee is required to reserve your spot on the weekend.

If you have any financial concerns, but desire to attend, please contact Ellen Staller with the WOSJ at astaller@tx.rr.com. Brochures are in the narthex.

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March 21, 6:00 pm, Parish Hall Donations for the silent auction are being accepted. Gift cards in any amount are most appreciated!

Enrollment for School Year 2020-2021: We have openings in our 2’s, 3’s, and 4’s classes. Call or come by the preschool office for more information. Enrollment in the program is now open to the community. Let your friends know about enrolling!

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

For any questions about Children’s Ministry, please contact: JULIE BUCHANAN, Children’s & Youth Faith Formation Director

ext. 2225 or jbuchanan@stjudeparish.com

For any questions about Youth Ministry, please contact: KATIE DELL, Youth Ministry Coordinator

ext. 2228 or kdell@stjudeparish.com

Voted the Best Preschool in Allen for 3 years straight - low ratios, faith-based, and extras like music, Spanish, and a Steam Lab

"WE ARE BLESSED" TO HAVE VOLUNTEERS’ DINNER Thursday, March 19 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Parish Hall All volunteers helping with Children, Youth, and Adult Education Ministries are invited to attend a dinner in their honor. Nursery is available by contacting Sara at swalsh@stjudeparish.com or calling 972-727-1177.

THANK YOU volunteers!

1ST YEAR SACRAMENTS SPECIAL EVENT Thursday March 26, 2020 6:30 - 7:45 pm, Parish Hall This is a special event for one parent and their child who is in first year of preparation to receive Eucharist in 2020.

Sunshine and Rainbows Early Learning Center admits children of any religion, race, color, national, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to participants in the program. The preschool does not discriminate in regard to religion, race, color, national, and ethnic origin in administration of its educational, admissions, and scholarship programs.

Classes Resume: March 16

All Religious Education Classes Resume: March 16

REGISTRATION For

Religious Education

Vacation Bible Study and

Summer Camps

Weekend of April 18-19

following all Mass Times

2020 VBS THEME

YOUTH MINISTRY

Ruben Delgado Knights of Columbus 2020 Scholarship for High School Seniors Deadline: March 31 http://www.stjudekofc.com/scholarship/

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The excursion to Capernaum, the center of Jesus’ ministry in the Galilee, and the synagogue built on the site where Jesus taught; (Matt.4:13, 23)

Renewal of our baptismal vows on the Jordan River;

Mass and blessings of marriages in the Franciscan Wedding Chapel in Cana, near the site of Jesus’ first miracle;

Time in the Church of the Fish and the Loaves at Tabgha, the traditional site of the feeding of the 5,000; (Luke 9:10).

Wandering through The Mount of Beatitudes to contemplate Jesus’ “Sermon on the Mount;” (Matt. 5-7).

A view of the Pool of Bethesda where Jesus performed the Sabbath miracle; (John 5: 1-31)

Meditating on the events of the Last Supper during a visit to the traditional location of the Upper Room; (Mark 14:12),

Strolling around the perimeter of the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed the night before his crucifixion; (Matt. 26: 36 - 44)

Walking the Via Dolorosa and praying the Stations of the Cross at sites near and within The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, following the route known in tradition to have been the path Jesus carried his wooden cross to his crucifixion and death;

Meditating in The Chapel of the Primacy, where Peter professed his devotion three times to the risen Christ; (John 21)

Praying on The Mount of Olives, where Jesus ascended into heaven; (Acts 1: 9-12) and

Embracing the levity of our newfound fellowship, as we covered ourselves with medicinal mud from the banks of the Dead Sea and floated in its dense salt waters.

As a priest and spiritual leader of this Pilgrimage, I experienced many deep, faith-filled moments individually and in community with my fellow pilgrims. Discovering and reflecting upon the words of the Lord’s Prayer written in my native language, Malayalam, at the Pater Noster Shrine near the Mount of Olives ignited memories of my journey to the priesthood, which began more than twenty-five years ago in Kerala, India. Praying with our community at the banks of the Jordan River and leading each person through the renewal of their baptismal vows strengthened my core as a servant of Christ. Celebrating Mass for our community at an outdoor altar near the shore of the Sea of Galilee deeply touched my heart as this celebration felt so close to how Jesus ministered to the people of his historical life, teaching at every opportunity, at any location available, wherever his ministry took him. Finally, visiting the tomb of Christ at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher - after helping a young archeology student on a personal pilgrimage through Jerusalem renew his baptismal vows - indescribably affected my soul and affirmed my faith.

With immense joy to everyone who inspired, supported, accompanied, guided, and prayed I do thank all from the bottom of my heart. For those who not yet made this pilgrimage I would strongly recommend to make it at least once in your lifetime. It will be an enriching spiritual nourishment in our religious faith and belief.

With Blessings of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Fr. Abraham Thomas

LENTEN REFLECTION

A Pilgrimage through the Holy Land of Israel (cont. from page 2)

Mass with marriage blessings in "Kefar Kanna"

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As we move into the final phase of our

expansion project, we wanted to let

you know that the project is coming in

well under budget! This is a huge accomplishment, and is a function

of a project management team that was very focused and disciplined

to ensure your contributions were applied in the most prudent and

cost effective manner! As a result, we have been able to include

several additional upgrades that were very much needed. For

example, the south entry to the activities center was updated and

doors were replaced, the exterior wooden doors of the church will be

refinished this spring, and we are working on signage for better

identification of the facilities and traffic flow.

Your generous financial participation has allowed us to essentially

complete this project while borrowing less than anticipated! Please

continue your support of the campaign fund as we look to the

future. You can donate on-line or pick up an envelope in the narthex.

Thank you for your generosity and support!!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE

OPEN HOUSE You’re invited to attend Open House on Tuesday, March 24 from 8:00-9:00 am in the Plano campus. Learn more about St. Mark’s nationally-recognized Preschool to 8th grade curriculum incorporating STEM/STEAM/STREAM, fine arts, foreign language, physical education, and the SmartLab facility. Financial aid is available. Pre-register and learn more at www.stmcs.net.

Representatives from St. Mark’s will also be here at St. Jude on March 22 after the 10 am and Noon Masses in the Formation Room to answer your questions.

Bishop Edward J. Burns Invites You

For PRO-LIFE DINNER RAFFLE TICKETS,

please email randy.legrand@yahoo.com.

First Prize: A Pilgrimage for two to the Holy Land or the Eternal City of Rome

PHASE II SUMMARY

Initial goal of $2 Million -> COMPLETE

Phase II goal of $1.9 Million -> IN PROGRESS

TOTAL PROJECT COST: 3.9 Million

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UPCOMING / on-going

We have a long overdue need for new hymnals at our Church that will include the recent updates in some of the Mass prayers and easier access to the most common songs sung during the Mass. The new hymnals will also result in efficiencies as we limit the need for in-house printed worship aids to special occasion liturgies only.

Be part of this new project while honoring a loved one. Donate a hymnal to help defray the cost to our parish and in appreciation, we will print a bookplate on the inside cover with your dedication.

Each hymnal book is $25. All donations are tax deductible. Envelopes for your donation are in the pews and narthex. Please go to the website to view sample bookplates. Envelopes must be returned to the Business Office or the Mass donation basket by April 10. For any questions, please contact Mary Boyle at ext. 2213 or mboyle@stjudeparish.com. Thank you very much for your generosity.

Book Plate Mockup

N e w H y m n a l s A r e C o m i n g

Please email communications@stjudeparish.com for bulletin submissions 10 business days before the requested bulletin publication date. Articles are subject to approval and space availability.

ST. JUDE PARISH - FACILITIES PERSONNEL

We have a part-time position in our facilities department. This position would encompass and support our maintenance and custodial needs of the parish facilities. Occasional weekends and lifting 50 lbs. is required. You can pick up an application in the business office. For inquiries contact Mary Boyle at mboyle@stjudeparish.com.

BELLA HOUSE - LIVE-IN RESIDENT ASSISTANT

The Bella House has an employment opportunity for a Live-In Resident Assistant. The Bella House is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping expectant mothers who are homeless and is a Non-Parish Based Organization (NPBO) of the Dioces of Dallas. Go to: http://www.bellahouse.org/job-description-resident-assistant.html for details.

E M P L O Y M E N T O P P O R T U N I T I E S

R I T E O F S C R U T I N Y

The Scrutinies are rites of conversion and repentance. They include prayers of intercession and exorcism and are intended to deliver the elect from sin, protect them from temptation and invite them closer to Christ, who is the living water, the light of the world and the Resurrection and the Life. The three Scrutinies are celebrated on the Third, Fourth and Fifth Sundays of Lent. The Rite of Scrutiny for the elect (unbaptized) undergoing the Rite of Christian Initial of Adults (RCIA) process ,Teens Out of Sequence Sacraments , and children will be on the following dates:

1st Scrutiny & Dismissal: March 15, 10 am Mass 2nd Scrutiny & Dismissal: March 22, 10 am Mass 3rd Scrutiny & Dismissal: March 29, 10 am Mass

Wednesday, March 25 is St. Jude's adopted day in front of the Planned Parenthood abortion referral clinic in Plano. On this, the feast day of the Annunciation of the Lord, please join the Gospel of Life ministry and the Knights of Columbus of St. Jude to stand in witness to the dignity of every human life, born and unborn, as we pray for an end to abortion. See 40daysforlife.com/plano or contact Randy Le Grand at info@northtexasrighttolife.org.

All who have suffered a loss are invited to join the Grief Support Group for their monthly offsite dinner meeting, Thursday, March 19 at 6 PM at Roman Cucina located at 201 E. Bethany Drive #1 in Allen. Please RSVP, if attending, to Dee Liscano at 972-727-3820.

G r i e f S u p p o r t D i n n e r

P r o - l i f e e v e n t

March 28, 9: 15 AM, Family room 401

If you are new to the program, please complete the online screening form at https://www.stjudeparish.com/screening Contact: Peggy Runnels, x.2210, prunnelsstjudeparish.com

S a f e E n v i r o n m e n t T r a i n i n g

MEN’S WELCOME RETREAT 2 days and 1 night

that will change your life!

March 28-29 Sign-up with the team after Mass

or go to the website: https://stjudeparish.com/welcome

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MASS INTENTIONS

p r a y e r i n t e n t i o n s

3/14 5 pm Repose of the Soul of Rose DeSimone

3/15 8 am Repose of the Soul of Anna Su Nguyen

10 am For the Living & Deceased Members of St. Jude

Noon Repose of the Soul of Danilo Gimperoso

5 pm Repose of the Soul of Septime Hymel

3/16 8:30 am Repose of the Soul of Helen Leiter

Noon Repose of the Soul of Ruth Small

3/17 8:30 am Repose of the Souls of Veronica & Lawrence O’Neill

6 pm Repose of the Souls of Betty & Bernard West

3/18 8:30 am Repose of the Soul of Patt Sims

Noon Repose of the Soul of Lisa Wilson

3/19 8:30 am Repose of the Soul of Josephine Mangiaracina

6 pm Special Intention of Paul Nguyen

3/20 8:30 am Special Intention of Susan Kent Arce

Noon Repose of the Souls of Marie Sadate, Mark Henry and Michael & Tom Bastian; Healing for Jeanne Girsch

3/21 8:30 am Repose of the Soul of Helen Leiter; Healing for Ann Keelen, Marcia Jones, Jeanne Girsch & Jackie Hines; Birthday of Teresa West

s y m p a t h i e s

Did you miss receiving the sacrament of Confirmation? Here's your opportunity to complete the grace of Baptism and Eucharist and be sealed with the fullness of the gift of the Holy Spirit! This is a 2-part class taught by Dave Catlett and mandatory that you attend both classes on Tuesday, April 21, and Tuesday, May 12, 2020 from 7 to 9 PM in the Lecture Hall. Adult Confirmation will be celebrated on Pentecost Sunday, May 31, 2020 (Mass time TBD).

To register for the Adult Confirmation preparation classes, please see the St. Jude website found under Sacraments/Confirmation for Adults for criteria to be qualified, registration form and important information that must be turned in. Please contact Della Doss in the Adult Formation office ext. 2231 as soon as possible.

Lucia Ortiz Esther Idukpaye Igori Fernando Chaminda

Eugenio Rodrigues Charles Turano E.L.Kuehler

Irene Gallardo Ryan Kelly Viviana Zapata

Helen Leiter Whitney Prieto Maria Belen

Donald Borelli John Vail Lisa Kowynia

Rodolfo Racoma Dale Martinez

Kendra Abel Krystyna Headings Katie Perez

Catherine Allan Maddie Herzog Marion Peters

Jim Archer Jackie Hines Maria Pierce

Richard Armendirez Jean Howard Joan Ponthier Garcia

Barrett Baca Robert Hrncir Joyce Portz

Kristina Baird Marcia Jones Ernest Reyes

Donnie Baldwin Joan Jordan Lupe Reyes

Charles Biggins III Ann Keelen Phil Riccio

Fr. Ason Cargo Bishop Greg Kelly Carmen Rios

Fr. Stephen Casmus Patricia Kelly Lukas Romero

Charles Ciaramitaro Barbara Koblitz Fr. Steven Sanchez

Dimitri Conde Irene Lackey Marci Sereno

Marcelino Contreras Susan LaCrone Paul Simard

Austin Crowder Maria Larrazolo Nicoline Simo

Ann Danheiser John Lawler Mary Smith

Yinka Da Silva Renee LeBeau Ross Sorenson

Laynie Davis Peggy LeBlanc Glory Stack

Felipe DeHoyos Bea Lee Genevieve Stubban

Nelsey Durneo Austin Lynch Mateo Suarez

Aaron Eaton Joe Maestas Joe Sutch

Hamid Fakhrai Jayne Mangan Carolina Tadaro

Jerry Finaldi Deacon Bob Marrinan Larry & Connie Tomazin

Autumn Fought Jane Martinez Juana Trelies

Brandon & Fischer Fought Dorothy May Loryann Tucker

Madelyn Frederick Margaret McCarty Nick Unger

Frances Freel Boyd Melburn Elisha Villalva

Jeanne Girsch Marsha Mendoza Esther Villasana

Charlene Green James Miles Beverly & Vincent Walsh

Dwight Green Tito Montoya Jennifer Wandell

David Greszler Matt Muckelbauer Marian Watts

Lloyd Griffith Juan Nevarez Thomas Wells

Dora Guevara Mike Nichols Stormie Wilburn

Gyda Harrison Charles Olasky Tom Yahnke

Angela Harrison Rhonda Paltauf Michael Youngblood

Susan Hasko JT Penland Chickie Zimmerman We will be praying 1,000 Hail Marys in honor of the Feast of the Annunciation on Wednesday, March 25, in the Chapel. It will begin at 9:15 am and anyone can come and go if they’d like. Light lunch will be served.

For any questions or further information,please contact Dianne Redman at dianne.redman@sbcglobal.net or 214-405-8486.

H A I L M A R Y S

A D U L T

FRANK VINCENT YBARRA & ALEJANDRA BARRIO Just Married

JACKSON JOHN KALLSTROM, son of Eric & Carmen

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Legal Notice Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed handgun. Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun that is carried openly.

STAFF DIRECTORY Regular Hours: 972.727.1177

After Hours: 972.632.2382

Website: stjudeparish.com

PASTORAL Rev. Andrew Semler, Pastor - ext. 2214

Rev. Abraham Thomas, Parochial Vicar - ext. 2233

Rev. Joel Bako, Parochial Vicar - ext. 2254

Deacon Ron Fejeran, Pastoral Care - ext. 2255

Deacon Robert Holladay, Pastoral Care - ext. 2219

Deacon Al Karcher, Pastoral Care - ext. 2255

Deacon John Boyle, Pastoral Care - ext. 2255

Jeanne Girsch, Pastoral Assistant - ext. 2215

ADMINISTRATION Mary Boyle, Parish Administrator - ext. 2213

Sue Hawthorne, Business Manager - ext. 2211

Rose Tuck, Accounts Payable/Registration - ext. 2212

Peggy Runnels, Safe Environment Director - ext. 2210

George Pike, Facilities Manager - 214.299.3010

Andy Buchanan, Facilities Manager - 469.835.5844

Brandon Powell, Multi-media Coordinator - ext. 2249

Menchu Tungala, Bulletin/Publications, ext. 2231

RECEPTIONISTS

Sara Walsh, Admin. Receptionist, Nursery - ext. 2255

Cecilia Rogers, Registrar, Receptionist - ext. 2242

FAITH FORMATION - ADULT Mary Boyle, Director Adult Faith Formation - ext. 2213

Della Doss, Adult Faith Formation Admin - ext. 2230

Teresa Rodenbaugh, Adult Faith Formation Admin-ext. 2240

FAITH FORMATION - CHILDREN & YOUTH

Director, Julie Buchanan - ext. 2225

Katie Dell, Youth Coordinator - ext. 2228

Michael Ingram, Youth Assistant - ext. 2226

Toni Cechan, CM Admin - ext. 2224

MUSIC Michael Howard, Music Director - ext. 2216

Katie Lacy, Organist/Choir Director - ext. 2216

SUNSHINE & RAINBOWS PRESCHOOL Sunshine & Rainbows ELC - 214.644.2080

Director, Julie Buchanan - ext. 2225

Liz Moore, Sunshine & Rainbows ELC - ext. 2223

Maret Aebi, ELC Office - 2223

OTHER Allen Food Pantry - 214.644.2090

Reporting Abuse: First, notify local law enforcement. Second notify the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services through the Texas Abuse Hotline (1-800-252-5400 or www.texasabusehotline.org) Finally, if the allegation involves a member of the clergy or an employee of a parish or the Diocese, please notify the Diocese of Dallas Victims Assistance Coordinator, Barbara Landregan, at 214-379-2812.

STEWARDSHIP

COLLECTIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR JULY 2019 - JUNE 2020

For the week ending March 8, 2020

Operating Fund Donations

Mass Collections $27,362

Thru Business Office $1,769

Online Donations $73,352

Yr-to-Date $1,777,320

Bldg. Trust Fund Donations

Mass Collections $2,727

Thru Business Office $13,186

Online Donations $12,768

Yr-to-Date $299,118

New Capital Campaign Donations

Mass Collections $3,470

Thru Business Office $0

Online Donations $17,271

Yr-to-Date $432,411

Total Weekly Donations * $48,514

Debt Reduction (with land)

Present Mortgage Debt $2,506,045

Bishop's Annual Appeal 2020

St Jude Goal $347,000

Pledged to date $110,352

Collected YTD $62,715

* Online donations are reported once a month

Saturday 5 PM 907

Sunday 8 AM 385

10 AM 775

Noon 947

5 PM 753

TOTAL 3,767

MASS ATTENDANCE

HONDURAS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS We still have several students from our sister school in Honduras that still need families to sponsor them. Tuition is $300 for the year and covers February to November of 2020. We need to finalize this soon as their classes have started. If you are interested please contact Rose Tuck at rtuck@stjudeparish.com.