January 4, 2015 - Our Lady of Las Vegas Roman Catholic Church

PASTORAL STAFF
3050 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107  702-802-2300  Fax 702-802-2301
Church Website: www.ollvchurch.org
Email: [email protected]
OLLV SCHOOL: 702-802-2323
Served by Society of Christ Fathers
Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor
Rev. Wieslaw Berdowicz, SChr, Par. Vicar
Rev. Richard Philiposki, SChr, In Residence
& Pastor of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church
Deacon Patrick Cater
Director of Music
David Kowaleski: 702-245-6159
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education & Confirmation
Liz Williams: 702-802-2362
[email protected]
RCIA
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300 or
[email protected]
MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm
Sunday: 6:30am, 8:00am, 10:00am,
12:00pm, 1:30pm Polish, 5:00pm, 6:30pm
with Tagalog music
Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am
(Rosary before Mass at 7:25am)
Civic & Holiday: Refer to the parish bulletin
Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to the parish
bulletin
RECONCILIATION
(Confession)
Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
FIRST FRIDAY
7:30am:
8:00am:
6:30pm:
7:00pm:
In the Church
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (English)-Adoration to follow
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (English)-Holy Hour to follow
FIRST SATURDAY
In the Church
8:00am: Mass (English)
DEVOTIONS
St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following
the 8:00am Mass
Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Every
Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm
Closed for lunch 11:30am - 12:30pm
Magi from the east arrived,
looking for the newborn king of the Jews.
(Matthew 2:1-12)
On this second Sunday after Christmas and the first Sunday of the New Year, the Church celebrates the
feast of the Epiphany. Traditionally, the Epiphany is celebrated on January 6. In many countries
around the world, the Epiphany still is observed on January 6. In Eastern Christian traditions it is also
observed as Christmas. In our country, the bishops decided to assign the observance of the Epiphany to
the second Sunday after Christmas so that it would always be celebrated on Sunday instead of during
the week. This would give the faithful a better opportunity to celebrate this important feast.
What is the Epiphany and why is it so important? The word “epiphany” means “to reveal” or “to
manifest.” In the Christian sense, the Epiphany means that God has revealed His Son to the world and
has manifested Him as the Savior and Light of the world. God has done this in a very special way
through the light of a star and through some very mysterious visitors from the Far East.
The Epiphany is often also referred to as the feast of the Three Kings or the Three Wise Men. The Gospel according to
St. Matthew tells us that Magi from the East arrived in Jerusalem seeking a newly born king. Magi are, by definition,
members of a hereditary priestly class among the ancient Medes and Persians. The light of a great star in the sky guided
their arrival. Being well read and educated, the Magi understood the star’s appearance to signal the birth of a new king
whose coming was foretold in the ancient scriptures.
It is uncertain whether these mysterious visitors from the East were Kings or not. It is also unclear whether their number was
only three, or even whether they were only men. The notion that the Magi were three in number comes from the three gifts
of gold, frankincense and myrrh, which, according to Matthew, they brought to the Child Jesus. The idea that the Magi
were kings comes from the Prophet Isaiah and from Psalm 72, which states, “The Kings of Tarshish and the Isles shall offer
gifts; the kings of Arabia and Seba shall bring tribute. All kings shall pay Him homage, all nations shall serve Him.”
Even though our Christmas decorations show the arrival of the Magi at the manger, it is more likely that they arrived much
later after Jesus’ birth. Matthew says, “on entering the house” the Magi saw the Child with His mother. Joseph certainly
would have found better accommodations for his holy family. Also, because King Herod ordered the massacre of all young
boys up to two years of age in the vicinity of Bethlehem, the Magi more than likely arrived much later after the birth of
Jesus.
What is important about the Epiphany is that it is God’s manifestation of His Son to the entire world. The arrival of the
Magi from the East indicates that God’s promised Messiah was not sent for only a selected few, but rather for all of His
people. Christ has come into the world for the salvation of all people of all times and places. Jesus is indeed the universal
King and all nations shall rightly give Him honor and praise.
According to tradition, packets of incense and chalk are blessed on the feast of the Epiphany. The incense is a reminder of
the gifts of the Magi. The chalk is used to mark the year and the initials of the Magi above the doorway of your home.
C + M + B + 2015 This marking is a sign that your home is a Christian household and that you have the wisdom of the
Three Wise Men, Caspar, Melchior and Baltazar, to follow the light of Christ and His Gospel every day of your lives.
Please take a blessed packet of chalk and incense with you and mark the doorposts of your home today.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for making this Christmas the joyful celebration that it was. Thank
you to all who showed so much kindness, generosity and love to Fr. Wieslaw and me with your many cards, gifts and baked
goods. We very much appreciate you thinking of us during this wonderful time of the year. We promise to keep you all in
our prayers and we hope that this New Year 2015 will be filled with God’s choicest blessings for you and your families!
Fr. Gerry
2 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
JANUARY 4, 2015
PARISH INFORMATION
Saturday, January 3 - The Most Holy Name of Jesus;
FIRST SATURDAY
8:00am:
4:30pm:
John Francisco by Martinez Family
†Jerry Yamaguchi by Cindy Almeida
Sunday, January 4 - The Epiphany of the Lord
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
†Mary Amara & Laurie Amara by Susan & Maxie
Amara
†Jacqueline Ely by Joseph & Julia Dodson
†Angelo Gabriel Tenuta by Yolanda Tenuta
†Romeo Belen by Mila & Robert Rubio
(Polish) †John Lokitis by Vincent Tobinus, Fr. Piotr
Mozdyniewizc by Kathleen Kennedy, Parishioners of
OLLV
†Tomas Loanzon by Manuel Perrenoud
†Wesley Lay by Menchi Lay
Monday, January 5 - St. John Neumann
8:00am:
†Johnson Family by Carmen S. Kondrad
Tuesday, January 6 - St. André Bessette
8:00am:
†Wayne Stewart by Don & Frank Creekmore
Wednesday, January 7 - St. Raymond of Penyafort
8:00am:
†Emelia Ocampo
Thursday, January 8
8:00am:
9:00am:
Debbie Wilson by Cindy Almeida
(School Mass) †Charles Cantrell by Richard & Karen
Hanke
Friday, January 9
8:00am:
†Tom Tuornie by Bernadette Golden-Orr and †Jay
Abdo by CJ Abdo
Sunday, January 11 - The Baptism of the Lord
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
TUESDAY, JANUARY 6
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No Parish Events
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7
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RCIA: 6:00pm-8:00pm - McFarland Room
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Boy Scouts: 6:30pm - 9:00pm - Kenny Room
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
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Baptism Class: 6:00pm - Welcome Room
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Women’s Guild Meeting: 6:30pm - McFarland Room
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
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No Parish Events
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
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Catechist Formation Session: 7:00am-1:00pm - McFarland Room
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Handog Filipino Concert Ticket Sales: At 4:30pm Mass - Vestibule of the Church
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
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Handog Filipino Concert Ticket Sales: At all the Masses - Vestibule of the Church
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RCIA Rite of Welcoming & Acceptance: 10:00am Mass
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Polish RE: 2:30pm - 3:30pm - Kenny Room/Welcome Room
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Polish Dance Rehearsal: 2:30pm-4:30pm - Gym

Polish Social: 2:30pm-4:30pm - McFarland Room
†Francisca & Rufino Flores by Virginia Ibe
Saturday, January 10
4:30pm:
MONDAY, JANUARY 5

No Parish Events
†Josephine Layua by Rosalinda Woods
†James O’Mara by Ashley & Mackenzie O’Mara
†Alfred H. Issa by Eleanor Clinton
†Carl Tursi by Judy & Galizia Family
(Polish) †Bronislaw Siwek, Parishioners of OLLV
†Jan Cummings by Marilyn Blazovsky
†Cyril Almeida by Susan & Maxie Amara
Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Rise up in splendor, Jerusalem! The Lord
shines upon you and the glory of the Lord appears over you
(Isaiah 60:1-6).
Psalm — Lord, every nation on earth will adore you (Psalm
72).
Second Reading — The Gentiles are coheirs, copartners in the
promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5
-6).
Gospel — Magi from the east arrived, looking for the newborn
king of the Jews (Matthew 2:1-12).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997,
International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
JANUARY 4 - 10, 2015
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is memory of:
MARY & LAURIE AMARA
Sponsored by Susan & Maxie Amara
Now in Las Vegas, you can listen
to Catholic radio 24-hours a day
by tuning your radio to 970am.
Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father
JANUARY 2015
Peace: That those from diverse religious traditions and all
people of good will may work together for peace
Consecrated Life: That in this year dedicated to
consecrated life, religious men and women may rediscover
the joy of following Christ and Strive to serve the poor
with zeal.
JANUARY 4, 2015
CATHOLIC MASS for the HOMEBOUND
The Diocese offers a televised Mass for the
home-bound each Sunday at 7:30am on
KFBT Channel 33.1 Digital (no longer an
analog signal) or Cox Cable Channel 6.
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PARISH NEWS
2014 DONATION RECEIPT
DECEMBER 21, 2014
1st Collection
$18,573.00
Christmas Flowers
$3,819.00
DECEMBER 28, 2014
Due to an early bulletin publishing deadline, totals
from last weekend’s collect will be in next
weekend’s bulletin.
The Parish Office is now accepting receipt requests
for donations made by parishioners in 2014. Please
complete the form below and place it in the
collection basket during Mass, drop it off at the
Parish Office, mail it OR you can go to the parish
website www.ollvchurch.org and click the
Donation Receipt button. Requests cannot be
made over the phone.
CLEARLY
2014PLEASE
Request PRINT
for Donation
Receipt
Thank you for your continued support!
CSA UPDATE as of DECEMBER 9, 2014
2014 CSA GOAL
$108,611.00
Total Received
$105,931.20
Total Needed to Reach Goal
$ 2,679.80
Today’s Date:
Parish ID#:
LAST NAME
FIRST NAME
ADDRESS
PHONE #
You may mail your pledge cards/payments to the Diocese:
Diocese of Las Vegas, Catholic Stewardship Appeal,
PO Box 15630, Las Vegas, NV 89114-5630, or place it in
the collection basket during the Mass. Additional pledge
cards can be found at the back of the church.
How to Dispose of Blessed Items
All blessed items should be disposed of in a dignified and reverent
manner. There are two ways to dispose of blessed objects: by
burning; or by burying them in the ground.
Blessed objects made of wood may be burned, while metal, ceramic,
and other non-combustible materials should be buried in the ground.
Blessed objects should never be thrown in the garbage.
Holy water should be put back into the earth, either by watering a plant
in the house or by pouring it into the ground outside. It should not be
poured down the drain.
The most important thing is that these objects be treated with respect
and disposed of in an appropriate manner once they are broken or no
longer of use.
4 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
JANUARY 4, 2015
PARISH NEWS
2015 MARKS 30 YEARS OF
SERVING SOUTHERN NEVADA
The next Women’s Guild meeting will be:
How can you help stop abortion?
Please join us as we celebrate
LIFE by taking a baby bottle!
Bottles will be available after the
Mass this weekend and will be
collected on January 17 & 18.
You can be a part of touching a family in a crisis
pregnancy situation with the love of Christ! Simply
place the baby bottle in your home or office and
commit to pray for the clients and their unborn baby.
As the Lord leads, please fill the baby bottle with cash,
checks or coins to help provide the complimentary care
these families need in the midst of crisis pregnancy.
The Women’s Resource Medical Centers of
Southern Nevada thanks you for your partnership for
LIFE!
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 at 6:30pm
In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
We will be having our annual White Elephant Auction
during the meeting. If you need transportation to or from
our meeting, please call Ayele at 702-806-9143.
Partners for Life is a diocesan approved
marriage preparation class that provides
engaged couples the opportunity to explore, assess and evaluate their
relationship in the context of a sacred, sacramental commitment.
The next marriage preparation class at
Our Lady of Las Vegas will be:
February 21, 2015
June 13, 2015
September 26, 2015
Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Next
Baptism Class
Cost: $195.00/couple
Please contact the parish office at
802-2300 to register.
For Parents & Godparents is
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
In the Welcome Room in the church.
As a courtesy to the speakers, facilitators and other
attendees, we ask that children do not attend this class.
Please call the parish office to register at 802-2300.
PLEASE PRAY for THOSE WHO ARE ILL
If you have the sick person’s permission, you may request that their name be printed in the bulletin for prayers. This is strictly
for the sick only. Their name will remain for four consecutive Sundays. If a longer period of time is needed, please contact the
parish office. (The date next to the name is the date their name is removed)
William Venducci
Fr. Jack McVeigh
Bill Verducci
D. Zeny Quimpy & Family
Angie Calimlim & Family
Lourdes Fernandez
Antonio Lopez & Family
Myette Valdizno & Family
Aish & Greg Garnew
Bob Parnel & Toots
Juliet & Ted Abalo
Luz Sanidad & Family
Aida Westbrook
Orlando Nunez & Family
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Esperanza Lopez
Mel Santos
John McCauley
Linda McCauley
Jayne McCauley
Rosalie Cusimano
Rebecca Chambers
Teresa Mansell
Steve & Jami Grant
Pam Thuemmler
Bill Mitchell
Debbie Wilson
Karen Cummungs
Charles Hamilton III
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01/11 Sonny Bordonaro
01/11 Jane Krygier
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NEWS AROUND THE DIOCESE
Bishop Gorman
Placement Exam InformaƟon
Current 8th grade students interested in applying to Bishop
Gorman High School for the 2015 – 2016 school year are
invited to take one of our placement exams scheduled for
Saturday, January 10th at 8:00am.
ProspecƟve students that take the placement exam in
December or January are included in our first pool of
applicants considered for admission. AddiƟonally, the exam
results help to determine a student’s placement in freshman
year classes.
Prospective students can pre-register for the exam by
following the link on the homepage of our website,
www.bishopgorman.org or register on-site the day of the
exam. The $50 application fee covers the cost of the exam.
If you have further questions, please contact our Admissions
Department at:
702-476-4005 or [email protected]
Ethics in the Marketplace
“Living Our Faith Values & Ethics in the Workplace”
Tuesday, December 30
-Last Tuesday of Each Month-
12:10pm
Guardian Angel Cathedral
336 Cathedral Way, Las Vegas, NV
“Ethics in the Marketplace” is the title of the ministry of Jesuit,
Fr. Max Oliva, who makes his home in the Vegas valley.
Father Oliva is the presider for the 12:10pm Mass at the
Cathedral on the last Tuesday of each month. The focus of his
homilies is “Living One’s Faith in the Workplace.”
For more information on Father’s work, see his website:
http://www.ethicsinthemarketplace.com/
St. Viator Church
Located on the corner of
Flamingo Rd. & Eastern Ave.
St. Viator School is turning 50 years old in
2015. We are kicking off the year-long
celebration with Mass on JANUARY 18 at 10am
at
St. Viator Church. This special Mass with the Viatorians will
be followed by an open house on our main campus from 11am
- 1pm. All are welcome to visit our beautiful new addition to
the school as well, The Micah Program! This student-centered
program is designed to work with all school-aged children with
learning differences and provide meaningful assistance in a
catholic setting to reach their full potential. Please join us for
the celebration. Refreshments will be served. For more
information please visit www.stviatorschool.org or call
702-732-4477.
Living God’s Word
The Church is the new Israel, called to attract all
people to the Lord. We must be “the place where
the child” (Matthew 2:9) is found today. God’s
glory shines through the Church and, despite our
many flaws, we are called to become the “place”
where everyone can find the Lord and “[do] him
homage” (2:11).
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6 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
Chris is a songwriter, musician, speaker and Worship Leader.
He gives talks, missions and concerts worldwide. Chris
wrote, recorded and toured with the Christian band,
Scarecrow and Tinman for seven years. He has had many
appearances on television, radio and has been a regular
speaker and entertainer at Steubenville YOUth Conferences.
Chris has been an adjunct professor of theology at Franciscan
University. His powerful and funny style will leave you
inspired.
A YOUth Rally for Teenagers
JANUARY 31, 2015
1:30PM - 4:30PM
Bishop Gorman High School
5959 S. Hualapai Way
Las Vegas, NV 89148
Cost: Free or donation of an unopened pair of socks
for Catholic Charities to distribute to the homeless.
Please register with your YOUth minister!
GLOSSARY TERM of the WEEK
APOSTLE - Apostolic - Disciple: Literally “one sent.” Normally this refers to
the 12 men chosen by Christ, to be the bearers of this teachings to the world.
Term apostolic generally refers back to the 12 apostles. In the Church it characterizes certain documents, appointments or structures initiated by the pope
or the Holy See. Disciple is one who follows the teachings of Jesus.
JANUARY 4, 2015
PARISH INFORMATION
Business Manager: Georgia Charles
Bulletin Editor/Registrations/Gift Shop: Cynthia Almeida
Office Manager / Admin. Assist. to the Pastor: Julia Dodson Maintenance: Rose Torchio & Joel Mondragon
Office Assistant: Joseph Dodson
SACRAMENTAL MINISTRIES
Anointing of the Sick: Call the Parish Office 802-2300
Baptisms:
Julia
802-2300
Funerals:
Parish Office
802-2300
Weddings:
Julia
802-2300
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education:
Confirmation:
RCIA:
Liz Williams
802-2362
[email protected]
Liz Williams
802-2362
[email protected]
Julia Dodson
802-2300
or [email protected]
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Altar Servers: Mariza Rillera 802-2300 (parish office)
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM):
Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Homebound Ministry: Patti Brandeburg 802-2300
(parish office)
Lectors: Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Music Director: David Kowaleski 245-6159
Sacristans: Contact the parish office 802-2300
Ushers: Pat Barry 802-2300 (parish office)
ORGANIZATIONS
Knights of Columbus: A non-parish organization that
provides service opportunities to the Catholic Church.
Contact: Joe Williams, Grand Knight 702-371-9944
OLLV San Pedro Calungsod Alliance for Lay Adults
for the Youth: Rey Espina, President 702-595-5988
Society of St. Mary: A group of dedicated men, has been
committed to the needs of the children & parishioners of
OLLV. Contact: Phil Markusic, President 702-491-9772
Polish School & Dance: Elizabeth Youngman
702-232-4488
Women’s Guild: Mary Beth Pidcock, President
702-362-6353
DIOCESAN ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada: 385-2662
Poverello House: 631-3911
Protecting God’s Children & Victim Assistance:
Contact Ron Valance 235-7723
Vocations: Office of Vocations 735-3500
Women’s Resource: 366-1247
JANUARY 4, 2015
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you are in need of anointing,
even if you are homebound or hospitalized, contact the parish
office at 802-2300. In an emergency situation when the office is
closed, the answering service will contact one of the priests.
BAPTISMS: Baptisms are usually held on the second and fourth
Saturday of each month.
Parents must be registered, active
parishioners at a parish for at least 3 months. Parents and
Godparents must attend a baptism class (OLLV’s class is usually
the second Thursday of each month). Once these requirements
are met, you may then make an appointment with our
Sacramental Administrator at 802-2300.
HOLY COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND: If you are
homebound or in a hospital and would like to receive holy
communion, please contact the parish office 802-2300.
FOOD & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Through the
generosity of our parishioners, OLLV is able to help Catholic
Charities of Southern Nevada in providing assistance to needy
families. Please contact Catholic Charities at 385-2662.
FUNERALS: Please call the parish office at 802-2300. If you
have already made arrangements with a funeral director, a staff
member will coordinate with them to meet your needs.
MARRIAGE: At least one party must be a registered active
parishioner of a parish for at least 6 months before an
appointment can be made with our Sacramental Administrator,
802-2300. Please contact the parish office as soon as possible as
at least 6 months is necessary to fulfill the marriage preparation
requirements.
MASS INTENTIONS: Mass intention requests are scheduled
through the parish office during office hours. If a specific date is
desired, please schedule as far in advance as possible.
PARISH REGISTRATION: Regardless of where you live, if
you would like to join our parish, please register at the parish
office. You may also request a parish registration form by calling
the office at 802-2300 during regular business hours, email
[email protected] or go to our on-line registration at
www.ollvchurch.org.
**In order that we may better serve you, please use your parish
envelopes. This way you are known to us when requesting the
services of the church. Please be aware that active registration is
a requirement for many parish programs.
PRAYER LIST: If you know someone who is ill or in need of
special prayers (not deceased), please contact the parish office at
802-2300 or email to [email protected].
Office of Victim’s Assistance - If you believe you
are a victim of sexual abuse, please call the hotline at
702-235-7723.
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FAITH FORMATION
Coordinator: Liz Williams
3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm; Tuesday 1:00pm - 2:30pm; Friday CLOSED
All Religious Education & Confirmation classes are held on the OLLV School Campus. Contact the Religious
Education & Confirmation Office if you have any questions regarding these programs.
A FULL SCHEDULE can be found at www.ollvchurch.org / Click on Faith Formation / Documents
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
CONFIRMATION - I
CONFIRMATION - II
Wednesday, January 7
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday, January 7
Class: 6:00pm
*Confirmation Saint Name Due
Wednesday, January 28
Class: 6:00pm
Wednesday, January 14
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Sunday, January 18
Service in Bevan Hall
Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, January 31
What is Love YOUth Rally
1:30pm - 4:30pm
At Bishop Gorman High School
Wednesday, January 21
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
First Penance for all children receiving
First Communion need to attend
Wednesday, January 21
Class: 6:00pm
Wednesday, February 11
Class: 6:00pm
Coordinator: Julia Dodson
3050 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2300 Email: [email protected]
PERIOD OF INQUIRY
Sunday, January 4
Wednesday, January 7
10:00am Mass
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Welcome Room 11am-12pm
Topic: The Saints
See “saints” in Catechism index
St. John Neumann
John Nepomucene Neumann, C.Ss.R., was a native of Bohemia who emigrated to the United
States, where he became a Catholic priest, Redemptorist and the fourth Bishop of Philadelphia.
He is the first American bishop to be canonized.
Born: March 28, 1811
Died: January 5, 1860
Feast Day: January 5
8 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
JANUARY 4, 2015
Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School
3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2323 Fax: 702-802-2324
School Website: www.ollv.org
Principal: Phyllis Joyce
Vice-Principal: Monica Futryk
School Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School prepares students to become Catholic leaders of the 21st Century. Find out
more about our wonderful faith formation, academic excellence and progressive learning opportunities.
CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT
School Masses
Sports Programs
Leadership Opportunities
Community Service
Performing & Visual Arts
Children’s Choir, Band & Orchestra
Field Trips
Science Fair
Chess Club
PROGRAM
Fully Accredited
Pre-K - 8th Grade
Student Centered
Technology Driven
Family Oriented
Community Focused
Globally Engaged
SERVICES
Chapel on School Grounds
Bevan Hall
Before & After-School Care
Hot Lunch
Student Success Teams
Sports Field & Gymnasium
Science Lab
Two Technology Labs
Library
Daily Broadcast
Flat Screen TV & Interactive WhiteBoards in each classroom
Monday, January 5
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Classes Resume
Tuesday, January 6
•
No special events
Wednesday, January 7
•
Chess Club: 3:00pm - 3:45pm - Kenny Room
Thursday, January 8
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School Mass: 9:00am
8th Grade Cap & Gown Pictures
•
Minimum Day - Faculty Meeting
Friday, January 9
Pre-K through 8th Grade 2015/2016
All parents with prospective students for the 2015 / 2016 school year are invited to stop by the school office to pick
up an informational packet which contains documentation outlining the school screening process. If you are
unable to stop by the office, please call 702-802-2323 and we will be happy to mail you a packet. There will be a
test fee of $25 and can be paid on or before the day of the test. Please return the application form to the school
office as soon as possible. Children must be 5 years of age on or before September 30, 2015 to be eligible
for Kindergarten for the 2015 / 2016 school year. Due to the large amount of inquiries received, the screening
appointments may become unavailable at any time and without notice.
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PARISH NEWS
Married Couples Jubilee Mass
On Sunday, February 8, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. the Diocese of Las Vegas will celebrate the Annual
Jubilee Mass for all couples who have been married in the Roman Catholic Church, celebrating their
Silver, Golden or other significant wedding anniversary. The Jubilee Mass will be celebrated by
Bishop Joseph Pepe at the Guardian Angel Cathedral with renewal of wedding vows and a reception will be held in
Anderson Hall following the Mass. All are invited to join in this celebration. You may fill out the form below and
submit it to the parish office or put in the weekend’s collection basket by Monday, January 26, 2015. A
downloadable form is also available on the diocesan website www.dioceseoflasvegas.org.
Married Couples Jubilee Mass Registration Form
**(Please submit to the Parish Office or put in the weekend’s collection basket by Monday, January 26, 2015)**
Name:
Husband’s First Name
Wife’s First Name
Address:
City:
Telephone #: (home)
Date of Roman Catholic Marriage:
Last Name
Zip:
(cell)
/
/
Anniversary that will be celebrated:
(eg. 20th wedding anniversary)
PARTNERS IN THE PROMISE
As a society, during these days we can be in something
of a “postpartum” depression. Our celebrations of
Christmas and the New Year are over, and after today
many of us will put away the decorations and the last
visible remnants of the celebrations of the past weeks.
The apostle Paul today uses the expression “partners in
the promise.” This is an uplifting phrase for us to reflect
upon, and to think of as our own calling in these days
following the birth of the Lord. What is this promise?
We can find it in the gifts the magi bring: it is a promise
of being a royal priesthood (gold), a holy nation
(frankincense), a people set apart for self-giving
(myrrh). We find more of the promise in Isaiah—a light
shines upon us! In the psalm we know a promise of a
world of flowering justice, profound peace, the poor rescued, pity for the lowly and the poor. This is the promise; and one of the best ways for us to lift ourselves out
of any possible low spirits we may be suffering is to live
out our partnership in this promise each and every day.
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JANUARY 4, 2015