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What’s Inside:
Divine Mercy Page 3
Youth Rally
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Men’s Ministry Page 5
Letter from Bishop
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Women’s Study Page 7
Increased Offering
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March for Life Page 9
January 7, 2018 Solemnity of the
Epiphany of the Lord
Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 9:00, 11:30am
& 5:00pm
2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh, NC 27608 www.ourladyoflourdescc.org 919-861-4600/ Emergency 919-740-6216
Homebound?
Please remember if you have a homebound family member that
would like to receive Communion or Anointing of
the Sick, call the office to set up a home visit @ 919. 861.4600.
Sunday-January 7 8:30 am Pro Life Rosary Adoration Chapel 69:00 am Mass Intention 1st Communicants 11:30 am Mass Intention People of the Parish 2:00 pm Lay Members of Marion Prayer Group Church 5:00 pm Mass Intention Thomas Guyton & Adrien Hotte 5:30 pm Youth Group Fallon
Monday - January 8 8:00 am Mass Intention Sr. Joan Connell, IHM 6:00 pm Boy Scouts Café 7:00 pm Divorce Survival Lounge 7:00 pm Full of Grace 224
Tuesday - January 9 8:00 am Mass Intention Stacie Tindle (birthday) 12:00 pm Weekly, Hourly Staff Meeting Parish Office Closed 1:30 pm Rosary Makers 201 1:30 pm Car Pool Rosary 202 5:00 pm Liturgy of the Hours/Evening Prayer Adoration Chapel 6:00 pm Pro Life Rosary Adoration Chapel 6:00 pm RCIA Lounge 6:00 pm Pastoral council Parish Office 7:00 pm Legion of Mary 201
Wednesday - January 10 8:00 am Mass Intention Sir Brian Hill 12:00 pm Reconciliation 3:00 pm Jr. Legion of Mary Fallon 7:00 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 201 7:00 pm Bread of Life Prayer Group Church
Thursday - January 11 8:00 am Mass Intention Mary Orizzonto 88:45 am Legion of Mary Lounge 9:00 am Thursday Theologians 202 10:00 am Full of Grace 201 10:30 am Altar Guild Fallon 5:00 pm Liturgy of the Hours/Evening Prayer Adoration Chapel 6:30 pm Bell Choir rehearsal Music room 7:00 pm HASA Parish conference 7:30 pm Choir rehearsal Music room
Friday - January 12 8:15 am School Mass Intention William Balley
Saturday - January 13 3:00 pm Reconciliation 5:00 pm Mass Intention Patrick Carlin
Sunday-January 14 8:30 am Pro Life Rosary Adoration Chapel 69:00 am Mass Intention Doris Hurteau 11:30 am Mass Intention Mary Lejman & Tommy Riveglia 5:00 pm Mass Intention People of the Parish
Father Edward Burch, Administrator 861.4604, [email protected]
Father Robert T. Schriber, Parochial Vicar 861.4608, [email protected]
Sister Renee Murphy, Pastoral Care 861.4613, [email protected]
Deacon Myles Charlesworth, Deacon [email protected]
Deacon Byron Champagne, Youth Minister 861.4607, [email protected]
Deacon Tom Mack, Deacon 861.4602, [email protected] Dorothea Bitler, Director of Development
861.4601, [email protected] Joan Rose Brown, Director of Faith Formation
861.4614, [email protected] Nan Dickman, Director of Music 215.4882, [email protected]
Mary Dudas, Fallon Center Director 602.7951, [email protected]
Vjeko Bartula, Facilities Manager 861.4605, [email protected]
Alice Kehoe, Parish Accountant 861.4609, [email protected] Mary Angelini, Parish Secretary
861.4603, [email protected] Candace Sperati, Wedding Coordinator 861.4634, [email protected]
Robin Biggie, Maintenance 861-4606, [email protected] Maria House, Receptionist
861.4600, [email protected]
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WEEKLY CALENDAR CHURCH STAFF
Sister Therese Bauer, School Principal 861.4618, [email protected]
Michael Chinneck, Assistant Principal 861.4623, [email protected]
SCHOOL STAFF
Pastoral Council Finance Council School Advisory
Chair: Gavin Parsons Paul Billow
Dorothea Bitler Kathleen DeRubio Hillman Duncan Cathy Gephart
Cheryl Janasiewicz Marolyn Palmer Barbara Quinby Candace Sperati
Mike Thelen Patrice Yanoschak
Chair: Frank Janasiewicz Vjeko Bartula
Sr. Therese Bauer Dorothea Bitler Paige Dickerson Tom Dunham Alice Kehoe
Jason Sandner Curt Williams Jeff Yardley
Chair: Michael Carlin Dorothea Bitler
Patty Brooks Michael Chinneck Paige Dickerson Thomas Henson
Anne Holder Carole Ann Hussy
Michael Iovino Daniel Jess
Anthony Marinaro Nancy Pekarek
Michael Rogosich Kathy Schultz
Mike Altes, BIL of Mimi Floyd Danny & Bethany Baril, Son & DIL of Marolyn Palmer
Carla Berendes, Daughter of Carl & Jean Berendes Dr. Glenn Bitler, Father in Law of Dorothea Bitler
Keith Blake, Nephew of Dan Ritchie Susan Brothers, Wife of Al Brothers
Debbie & Gary Burney, Daughter & SIL of Kitty Maynard Lynn Carroll, Friend of Paula Ann Dial
Frank Cefalu, Brother of Sal Cefalu Robert Chianese, Grandson of Carol Chianese
Mary Davenport, Friend of Carole Wagner Maria DeLourdes, Mother of Regina Lopez
Anna DuBree, Grandmother of Luke Morton Michael Doran, Brother of Kathy Klein Patrick McHugh, BIL of Anna Dubree
Dr. Michael Fajgenbaum, Friend of Louise Guyton Roger Gardner, Cousin of Mary Redmond
Maggie Grant, Granddaughter of Carl & Jean Berendes Marina Guanga, Mother of Gerald Guanga
Duncan Humphrey, Friend of Mary Redmond Kathie & David Jagusch, Niece/Nephew of Sandra Stoudt
Dylan Johnson, Nephew of Mike & Markie Johnson Anita Klan, Sister of Gail Kelley
Susan Koehler, Daughter of Marie Lach Michael Kolenut, Brother of Cindi Messina
Michelle Lindley, Friend of Will & Pat Simms William Martens, Father of Katherine Schultz
Tracey Mayer, Cousin of Debra Phillips John McMorran, Husband of Barbara McMorran Kathy Meade, Niece of Harry & Doris Gribbon
Wilma Miller, Mother of Judy Cabaniss Claudia Morrison, Cousin of Cecelia Flanary
Carole Nichols, Mother of Amy Dever Bob Orr, cared for by Beverly Thomson
Andrew Ostrosky, Friend of Cassie Barbara Blakely Rembert, Granddaughter of Keith & Valerie Rothschild
Mark Riesenback, Nephew of Carole Wagoner Denise Ritchie & Diane Blake, Sisters of Dan Ritchie
James Rogers, Friend of Whitney Schnorr Sarah Roque, Niece of Lisa & Tom Dunham
Rossettie Family, Daughter of Nat & Cassie Barbara Angie Royal, Friend of Amy & Dan Robinson
Salter twins, Nieces of the Jess Family Jan Sprink, Mother of Jill Putze
Marie E. Stirling, Sister of Ginger Ward-Presson Lillie Sulak, Grandmother of Lindsay Jess
The Talley Family, Friends of Adele Lassiter Don Taylor, Friend of Pat Perricio
Luther Taylor, Father of Sabra Hamad Matthew T & Michael R Friends of the Barbaras
Hampton Van Dyke, Student at OLL Michele Zaytoun Waters, daughter of Dr. & Mrs. Henry Zaytoun
Breda Wiggs, Friend of Ann & Bob Locke
Call 861-4600 to add someone to the prayer list.
Louis Agnolutto Emilia Anderson
Doris Bailey Bob & Teri Bowerman
Liam Canard Michael Cassotta
Marilyn Charlesworth Ella Chernega Chris Combs
Dexter Cooley Doris Cramer
Bob Davis
Steven Driskell Mary Ann Ellstrom
Shep Field Joanne Fleming
Ron Franzel Shannon Fuerst Fallon Hanley
Joyce Lee Howze Norma & Andy Kleitsch
Isabella Kong Lauro Lazo
Bob & Anne Locke
Pilar Macapanas Robert Macko Ann Mitchell
Monique Mohr John Carlton Pitman
Mary Redmond Allisen Schult
Ian Shields Bill Spellman
Richard Streeter Anne Suber
Charles Troglia
ILL FAMILY MEMBERS & FRIENDS
ILL PARISH MEMBERS
DEPLOYED MILITARY David Bradley, Friend of Maria House
Joshua Brophy, Son of Greg & Evelyn Brophy Adam Chappell, SIL of Marion Quigg Kevin Jagusch, Nephew of Sandra Stoudt
Thomas Kelley, Son of Gail Kelley 2
Division Leaders Midnight to 6am: Dan Ritchie: 801.9559, [email protected]
6am-12pm: Mary & Ed Dudas: 602.7951, [email protected] 12pm-6pm: Sister Renee: 889.9990, [email protected]
6pm-12am: Candace Sperati: 306.4935, [email protected] Gerald & Lani Guanga: Head Coordinators: 260.1059
Beverly Thomson: Head Coordinator: 280.1759 Evelyn Alicki: Spanish Coordinator: 523.2623
ADORATION 1 Critical Need
50 prayer partners needed Please prayerfully consider spending an hour with Jesus in the Adoration Chapel.
New Adoration Holy Hours for: Vocations to the Priesthood, Religious Life,
Married & Single Life 11am-12pm– 1st Friday of month
Vocations to the Military, 7- 8am- 1st Tues. of month Vocations to the Military, 7- 8pm- 1st Tues. of month
Youth & Young Adult Holy Hour 1:30 – 2:30pm – 1st Thurs. of month
Joan Rose Brown, Director of Faith Formation, 861.4614 or [email protected]
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FAITH FORMATION ADULT & CHILDREN
CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION (CFF) Sunday Mornings 10:15 - 11:15
January 7, 14, 21 & 28 February 4, 11 & 25 March 4, 11, 18 & 25 April 8, 15, 22 & 29
May 6 & 13 ***
Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.
For he shall rescue the poor when he cries out, and the afflicted when he has no one to help him.
He shall have pity for the lowly and the poor; the lives of the poor he shall save.
PS 72-12-13
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WOMEN'S RETREAT
Charisms and Contemplative Prayer Led by Angela Neumann, M.A., M.T.S.
FEBRUARY 23 – 25, 2018 Avila Retreat Center
The cost is $180 for two nights, including meals. Contact Ami Robbins [email protected] to register.
Presented by Full of Grace Women's Ministry, Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
CELEBRATE THE DIVINE MERCY OF THE LORD
Thursday mornings - January 18 - March 22, 2018 10:00 - 11:30am
St. Bernadette Center Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, weaves a tapestry of wonder and beauty from the threads of the dramatic history of Poland, the transformative message of St. Faustina Kowalska, the
prophetic apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, the powerful witness of St. Maximillian Kolbe, and the world-changing
papacy of St. John Paul II. Material's fee $25. Call the Parish Office to register, 919-861-4600. For questions,
contact [email protected].
Sunday Morning Adult Faith Formation Bishop Robert Barron: SINS AND VIRTUES
January 21 through March 4, 2018. Sundays at 10:15am in the Bernadette Center, enliven
your faith with Bishop Barron's presentations concerning the spiritual blocks that inhibit our relationship with God
and one another. Based on Dante’s writings, Bishop Barron describes seven sins with corresponding virtues to set us on the path to
growth and holiness. An excellent, upbeat program facilitated by Bob Bowerman.
Great presentations, conversations & coffee. Join us!
Deacon Byron Champagne, Youth/ Faith Formation Minister, 861.4607, [email protected] 4
PARISH PAGE
Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays 3:00-4:00pm &
Wednesdays at Noon or by appointment
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Pro Life Corner “To be actively pro-life is to contribute to the renewal of society through the promotion of the common good. It is impossible to further the common good without acknowledging & defending the right to life, upon which all the other inalienable rights of individuals are founded & from which they develop.” Pope St John Paul II
Finance 12/25/17 Budget Actual Actual Last Yr.
YTD Offertory 7/1/17-12/25/17
$720,001 $699,013 $700,364
YTD Priests Retirement 7/1/17– 12/25/17 $41,013 $50,568 $42,000
The Knights of Columbus are helping provide rides to parishioners who may not be able to drive to Mass. If you or someone you know needs a ride to Mass, contact Steve Simmons at [email protected] or the parish office at 861.4600
Monday-Thurs. from 8:30-4 & Fridays by 12:30.
Women's Retreat on Charisms & Contemplative Prayer Led by Angela Neumann Feb. 23-25, Avila Retreat Center, Durham. Presented by Full of Grace Women's Ministry. Cost is $180 for 2 nights, including meals.– checks payable to OLL. Register: Ami Robbins ([email protected]).
Our Lady of Lourdes Security We currently have a committee of dedicated parishioners & staff wo are hard at work ensuring our safety during Masses. Our new procedures include locking most of the doors 10 minutes after Mass begins with the exception of the 4 doors downstairs, they will remain open. There is no method to ensure 100% safety at all times, but our team is dedicated to researching & executing the best ways to keep us safe, while continuing to be a welcoming place of worship.
Cookies needed for our troops! We need YOU to bake cookies for the USO. Drop them off at the Parish office or call Maria House @ 783.7469. This ad runs only when space permits, but cookies are always welcome!
Please pray for the repose of the soul of
Leonor Doggett
Altar Guild The Altar Guild invites all ladies of the parish to our meeting on Jan. 11, in the Fallon Center at 11:30am. Bring a bag lunch, desserts & coffee will be provided. Our program will for this month is “Children of God” presented by Lottie Locke. We hope you will join us!
Men’s Ministry Wed., Jan. 17, 6:30-8:00pm, Men of the parish are
invited to meet monthly to help each other be more effective Catholic men, husbands, & fathers, to live
lives of leadership & purpose in marriage & family life, to bring Christ into the home, job, & community.
Contact Domenic Coletti at [email protected]
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
Weekly Prayer Vigil A Woman’s Choice on Drake Circle in Raleigh each Sat.
at 8:30am. Meet at the corner of Myron & Harden Sts. Contact Eileen Mayhew at [email protected]
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Young Adults The Diocese of Raleigh has many vibrant activities for Catholic young adults including weekly Bible studies, prayer groups, volunteering & socials. Info: Patrick O’Connell at [email protected] or join the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/shcyag.
Polish Holy Mass Polish Mass in Siler City, NC. We have Mass the 2nd
Sunday of every month at 2pm. Info: Bozena at [email protected].
Marriage Help Do you feel lost, alone, or bored in your marriage?
Retrouvaille can help, as it has helped thousands of couples at all stages of disillusionment in their marriage. For confi-
dential info or to apply for the next weekend Feb. 2. Call 800-470-2230 or 434-793-0242, e-mail us
at [email protected], or visit www.retrouvaille.org.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend The next weekend is Feb 2-4, in Clemmons, NC.
Visit: NCMarriageDiscovery.org or at [email protected] or 704-315-2144.
Triangle Catholic Singles Single/Single again: www.singlesingleagain.com
Catholic Charities Counseling Services Avail to help adults & children cope with numerous life issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, etc. Counseling provided by highly skilled, compassionate Licensed Counselors with an average of 15+ years of experience. Most insurance accepted. Thanks to the Bishops Annual Appeal, a subsidized fee scale is avail. Call 790.8533 (Raleigh) or 388.3065 (Cary) to make an appt.
March for Life (DC) The Raleigh Deanery Respect Life Committee is reserving buses for the Annual March for Life in Washington, DC
on Fri., Jan. 19. Cost of the bus trip is $50.00pp. Reservations: Email:[email protected].
Info: Kathy Klein at 919-815-1369.
Divorced? Remarried? Planning to marry someone who is divorced? Do you have questions about freedom to marry in the Catholic Church? Did you know that the Tribunal is avail to answer these & any other questions you may have about remarriage in the Church? Info: Vikki Newell at 821-9759 or http://www.dioceseofraleigh.org/offices/tribunal.
St. Raphael Preschool We invite parents with children ages 18 months to 4 years to attend a free Creative Movement or Music class in Dec. or Jan.! The exact class time depends on your child's age. Activities will include a book, craft, & songs with our music teacher. Info: Sarah 865-5728 or srapp@ saintraphael.org.
Looking for the Longest Married Couple Worldwide Marriage Encounter is searching for the longest married couple. One national winner & winners from each of the 50 states are recognized each year. This project is held to honor the commitment of married couples & to give hope & inspiration to younger couples that they too can have long & lasting marriages. Nominations received by Jan. 10. To nominate a couple: http://www.earnedmedia.org/wwme1009.htm or call 405-850-4274.
8th Annual Love My Life Youth Rally Jan. 13 at Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral at 9:30am. We welcome Chris Padgett this year on the Cathedral grounds, followed by a procession into Mass, celebrated by Bishop Luis Rafael Zarama. Then lunch & travel to Halifax Mall to join NC Right to Life for the Annual March for Life!
St. Michael the Archangel Healing Mass Are you burdened by sickness, injury, or physical infirmity? Do you suffer from emotional pain, mental illness or disabil-ity, or spiritual anguish? Consider attending a Healing Mass on Jan. 19 at 7:30pm. God desires for us to experience his joy so Jesus heals our physical, mental, emotional & spiritual disabilities. Healing signs & wonders worked by Jesus attest to His divine authority & invite us to believe in Him (cf. Cate-chism, no. 548.) Come and pray with us, come with expectant faith & receive healing. Nothing is impossible for God.
Padre Pio Prayer Group Join us the first Sat. of every month for 8:00am Mass in honor of St. Padre Pio. Exposition, prayers, & confession, at St. Joseph's Church in Raleigh. Next meeting is Feb. 3.