SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019 | FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
PARISH ROADMAP FOR EVANGELIZATION & DISCIPLESHIP Taking the next step forward as a parish community to more deeply live out evangelization
Our Mission: Be Disciples. Make Disciples. In welcoming all, we form disciples who know, love, and serve God and neighbor.
Who is a disciple? A disciple welcomes God's people, encounters Jesus Christ, grows in Jesus Christ, serves God's people, and shares the Gospel.
“COME, FOLLOW ME.” - MT. 4:19 | “GO, MAKE DISCIPLES.” - MT. 28:19
gscc.net/disciples Weekend Masses Sat: 5:00pm | Sun: 9:00am, 11:00am, & 4:00pm Daily Masses Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat: 8:30am Tues: 7:00am | Wed: 7:00pm Follow us on social media:
@GoodShepherdCatholicCommunityColleyville
@GoodShepherd_TX
Good Shepherd Catholic Community
Welcome! We’re so glad you’re here.
This Week at a Glance
At Good Shepherd, we seek to foster a lifestyle of discipleship focused on the five characteristics of a disciple: welcome, encounter, grow, serve, and share. Learn more at gscc.net/disciples.
A = Adults | Y = Youth | P = Parish-Wide Sunday, April 7 P// Easter Basket Collection before & after Masses Y// YDA: Sunday B 9:30am P// New Member Welcome Gathering 12:30pm A// Alpha 12:30pm A// Young Adults 5:00pm
If you are visiting, we hope you will stop by our Welcome Desk in the Narthex for a gift! If you’d like to become a member, visit gscc.net/register. To learn more about becoming Catholic, visit gscc.net/becomingcatholic. Weekend Masses: Sat: 5:00pm | Sun: 9:00am, 11:00am, & 4:00pm Daily Masses: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat: 8:30am Tues: 7:00am | Wed: 7:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation: Mon: 9:00 - 10:00am | Wed: 6:00 - 6:45pm Thurs: 7:00 - 8:00pm | Sat: 3:30 - 4:30pm By appointment: 817-421-1387 Sacrament of Anointing: Please see a priest after Mass or contact the parish office: 817-421-1387 Sacrament of Baptism: To register for Pre-Baptism Class, visit gscc.net. Sacrament of Matrimony: Before scheduling your wedding, contact the parish office to begin preparing for the Sacrament at least eight months prior. Marriage Validations: To have your marriage validated as a sacrament by the Church, contact Tammy Sandoval: 817-421-1387 Funeral Rites: Before making arrangements with the funeral director, contact Brian Bacon: 817-421-1387 Eucharistic Adoration: Mon & Thurs: 9:00am - 5:00pm Tues & Wed: 9:00am - 9:00pm Fri: 9:00am - 2:00pm | Sat: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Pastoral Staff PARISH OFFICE Phone: 817-421-1387 | Fax: 817-421-4709 | gscc.net 1000 Tinker Road, Colleyville, TX 76034 OFFICE HOURS Mon - Thurs: 8:00am - 5:00pm | Fri: 8:00am - 2:00pm Sat: 11:00am - 5:00pm | Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm PARISH OF THE DIOCESE OF FORT WORTH STAFFED BY FRANCISCAN FRIARS THIRD ORDER REGULAR
Pastor: Rev. Richard Eldredge, TOR Parochial Vicar: Rev. Jason Wooleyhan, TOR Parochial Vicar: Rev. Ronald Mohnickey, TOR Deacons: Rev. Mr. Patrick Lavery, Rev. Mr. John Clark, Rev. Mr. Klaus Gutbier, & Rev. Mr. Richard Griego
Dir. of Worship: Brian Bacon |
[email protected] Exec. Assistant: Donna Campbell |
[email protected] Coord. of Outreach Min: Kathy Guarino |
[email protected] Facilitator of Liturgical Disciples: Diane Kain |
[email protected] Coord. of Middle Ministries: Laura Landry |
[email protected] Communications Mgr: Liz Origenes |
[email protected] Coord. of High Sch. Youth Min: Johnny Philp |
[email protected] Coord. of Young Disciples: Kim Philp |
[email protected] Dir. of Faith Formation: Tammy Sandoval |
[email protected] Business Mgr: Michael Vinez |
[email protected] Complete listing of pastoral staff: gscc.net/staff
Monday, April 8 A// Archangel Moms 9:00am Y// High School Bible Study 6:30pm P// Holy Hour of Power 7:00pm A// Inquiry & RCIA 7:00pm Tuesday, April 9 A// Men’s Scripture Study 9:15am A// Women Growing in Faith 9:30am A// Adult Safe Environment Training 1:00pm Y// Children’s Choir Rehearsal 6:00pm P// Catholic Respect Life Meeting 6:45pm A// DivorceCare 7:00pm A// Handbell Choir Rehearsal 7:00pm A// Walking with Purpose 7:00pm A// Trombone Choir Rehearsal 7:30pm Wednesday, April 10 P// WOW 9:00am Y// Bridge 4:30pm Y// YDA: Wednesday Late 6:30pm Y// Crossroads 6:30pm Y// Renovate 6:30pm A// Archangel Moms 7:00pm A// Parish Choir Rehearsal 7:00pm A// Chamber Singers Rehearsal 9:00pm Thursday, April 11 A// Worship Band Rehearsal 3:00pm A// Adult Safe Environment Training 6:00pm A// Parish Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal 6:30pm A// GriefShare 7:00pm A// Thurs. Eve. Scripture Study & Theology 7:00pm A// Women’s Group Bunco 7:00pm Friday, April 12 P// Baby Looms 9:30am A// Archangel Moms 10:00am P// Lenten Fish Dinner 5:00pm P// Samuel Ministry 6:00pm P// Seven Last Words 7:00pm Saturday, April 13 A// Men’s Rosary & Discipleship 7:00am A// Women’s Rosary & Readings 7:00am A// Adult Safe Environment Training 9:00am For a quick and easy way to access all web pages mentioned in this bulletin, visit gscc.net/bulletin
Has your contact information or address changed? Email Bryan Trachier:
[email protected]
Fifth Sunday of Lent
Pastor’s Corner
Vocations Corner
THIRD SCRUTINY Rite Addressing the Elect at 11:00 AM Mass April 7
Ordination to the Priesthood: Saturday, April 27! Rev. Br. David Dodd, TOR Franciscan Friars, Third Order Regular www.franciscanstor.org
“On this Fifth Sunday of our Lenten journey of conversion, God draws us to his Son, Jesus, the resurrection and the life. Today the Church throughout the world celebrates the third scrutiny with all those preparing for baptism at Easter. A scrutiny is meant to uncover and heal all that is sinful in their hearts, and to bring out and strengthen all that is good. The scrutiny is for all of us. We, like Lazarus, need healing and new life. Jesus, who has power over death, unties us from whatever binds us to death and sets us free.” Father Richard
On Saturday, April 27, Rev. Br. David Dodd, TOR, will be ordained a Catholic priest with the Franciscan Friars, TOR!
PASTOR’S VISION STATEMENT The Catholic Community of Good Shepherd is intentional about evangelizing and making disciples in the spirit of Saints Francis and Clare, especially by seeking out the lost in need of reconciliation and conversion of heart to God, the Church, to oneself and others, so that all may experience the peace and joy of a personal relationship with Jesus.
You may remember Br. David on a weekend visit during June 2017, while assisting at Steubenville Lone Star. He has great memories of Good Shepherd.
THIS WEEKEND! Sunday, April 7 12:30 - 2:30pm GSCC Upper Rm. Are you new at Good Shepherd, or do you want to learn how you can get connected with one of our various ministries? Come join us for our New Member Welcome Gathering! You will meet the priests, staff members, and ministry leaders from Good Shepherd as well as learn more about our parish and our mission. An optional tour of our church and campus will be provided as well. A light brunch will be served. No RSVP required! Whether you are a new member or a long-time parishioner seeking to get more involved, you are welcome to join us! We hope to see you there.
Last Weekend’s Mass Attendance 5:00pm: 732 | 9:00am: 1,038 | 11:00am: 1,012 | 4:00pm: 767 Total: 3,549
Br. David grew up in Nashville and met the friars while attending Franciscan University at Steubenville, OH (www.franciscan.edu). His experiences include campus ministry at University of Maryland, hospital ministry in Washington DC, and mission outreach coordination at Franciscan University. He currently serves as a transitional Deacon at St. Joseph’s in Herndon, VA. He also likes sports, BBQ, and Biblical Studies.
Please, keep Br. David in your prayers in preparation for this huge event for the Franciscan Friars! For information on vocations, contact Fr. Jason (
[email protected]) or visit gscc.net/vocations, fwdioc.org/vocations, or franciscanstor.org. For details on our Vocations Icon (seen at Sunday Mass) and an opportunity to pray as a household for vocations, visit gscc.net/vocations.
Holy Thursday Towel Donations Help us collect towels for our Holy Thursday Washing of the Feet! Bring a towel for your family to the 7:00pm Mass on Holy Thursday. After Holy Thursday, towels will be laundered and donated to one of our outreach partners.
Mass Readings & Intentions: April 8 - 14 Mon 8:30am
Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 [41c-62]; Jn 8:12-20
Fri 8:30am
Jer 20:10-13; Jn 10:31-42
Tues 7:00am 8:30am
Nm 21:4-9; Jn 8:21-30
Sat 8:30am
Ez 37:21-28; Jn 11:45-56
Wed 7:00pm
Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Jn 8:31-42
Thurs 8:30am
Gn 17:3-9; Jn 8:51-59
PALM SUNDAY Is 50:4-7; Phil 2:6-11; Lk 22:14 — 23:56 in parts Sat 5:00pm Living & Deceased of our Parish by the Pastor Sun 9:00am Sun 11:00am Sun 4:00pm
A disciple WELCOMES God’s people. As a community of faith, we welcome all who come through our doors as Jesus Christ, and we challenge each member of Good Shepherd to practice radical hospitality by actively seeking out and inviting others to Good Shepherd. Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
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A disciple ENCOUNTERS Jesus Christ. We desire that parishioners, seekers, and guests experience the love of God the Father through a transformative encounter with Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit, leading them to commit their lives to Jesus as disciples. Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Lent
This Monday, April 8 at 7:00pm
gscc.net/lent Reconciliation Services: April 8: Holy Cross, The Colony (www.holycrosscc.org) April 11: St. Michael, Bedford (www.smcchurch.org) April 15: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Keller (www.seascc.org)
Holy Week & Easter Mass Times
April 14 PASSION (PALM) SUNDAY The Holy Week begins with this celebration that centers on the reading of the Lord’s Passion. Masses are on Saturday at 5:00pm and Sunday at 9:00am, 11:00am, and 4:00pm. Palms are distributed before all Masses. Gather at the Good Shepherd statue for the procession into the church.
April 18 HOLY THURSDAY, EVENING MASS OF THE LORD’S SUPPER 7:00pm Mass - Only Mass of the Day This liturgy will include the presentation of the Holy Oils, the Washing of the Feet, or the Mandatum, and the procession of the Most Blessed Sacrament to the Chapel. The Chapel will remain open for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass until midnight. All are encouraged to spend some time in prayer before Christ in the Eucharist.
April 19 GOOD FRIDAY 2:00pm Stations of the Cross Join us in the church. 7:00pm Celebration of the Lord’s Passion The celebration of the Word, Veneration of the Cross, and Holy Communion make up the three parts of this liturgy commemorating our Lord’s suffering and death.
April 20 HOLY SATURDAY, VIGIL OF EASTER 8:30pm Mass - Only Mass of the Day - Mass begins outside with the lighting of the Easter Fire. If you’ve never attended the Easter Vigil, we strongly encourage you to make it a point to be here this year. It is the foundation of our faith. It is the reason for our being Church. All other worship flows from this high feast of the Church year. April 21 EASTER SUNDAY 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am, & 1:00pm Masses - Come celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection! (There will not be a 4:00pm Mass.)
Shepherd’s Teaching: The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Part 2) Part 1 was featured in our March 3, 2019 bulletin. View the entire teaching at gscc.net/shepherds-teachings Who forgives sin? “God alone can forgive sins.” (Mk. 2:7) “The Son of Man has authority to forgive sins on earth.” (Mk. 2:10) Jesus said to them, “‘Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.’” (Jn. 20:22-23); Jesus says to Peter: “I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Mt. 16:19); Jesus speaks to the Church: “Amen, I say to you, whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Mt. 18:18); “All this is from God, who has reconciled us to himself through Christ and given us the ministry of reconciliation. Entrusting to us the message of reconciliation, we are ambassadors for Christ, as if God were appealing through us.” (2 Cor. 5:18-20); “Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed.” (Jas. 5:16) The seven Sacraments of the Church incarnate the physical presence of Christ in the world and make his presence real in the assembly of the Church. The Sacrament of Reconciliation cleanses us of sin after Baptism and heals our relationship to God, to others, and to ourselves in mutual forgiveness. “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.” (Mt. 6:12); “We must celebrate and rejoice, because your brother was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found.” (Lk. 15:32) Why confess your sins to a priest? If a man or woman answers charges before a Judge in civil court for breaking the law by using illegal substances, their dialogue is instructive: “I took drugs myself and I didn’t hurt anybody else.” “Oh, but you did.” / “I asked God to forgive me and God did.” “Good, but you must do more.” / “You weakened the moral fiber of all society by your crime.” “You owe.” / Unlike a judge, the priest forgives sin in the name of Christ and the Church. What does the oral tradition of the Church tell us about the Sacrament of Reconciliation after Baptism has already forgiven all of our sins once? Need of ongoing conversion of heart and radical reorientation of our lives. Sin wounds our individual souls and the soul of the Church community. Sin damages our communion with God and our communion with Church. Sin can break, alienate and exclude us from the community of the Church. Sacrament of Reconciliation repairs, restores, and heals our communion. Sacrament of Reconciliation reintegrates us into our ecclesial communion. Sacrament of Reconciliation strengthens our Communion of the Saints. We are all incomplete without the Community of God and His Church. The priest is not the Master of God’s forgiveness, but he is its Servant.
JOIN US THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 12!
Friday, April 12 | 7:00pm in the Church | GSCC Music Ministry will present Michael John Trotta’s Seven Last Words. This seven-movement choral journey through the Passion delivers a powerful and captivating story encompassing a breathtaking palette of emotion, from intimate tenderness to majestic triumph. The concert presentation will feature the Parish Choir, two soloists, and orchestral accompaniment. A reception will follow in the Narthex. This presentation is free and open to the public.
A disciple SERVES God’s people. We give our grateful response to God’s gifts through a life of service to God and neighbor by daily personal prayer, by generously supporting the needs of the Church, and by participating in parish ministries and initiatives. Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Registration Is Now OPEN Online!
www.gscc.net/missiontrip
Did you know that the rebuild of Houston from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey is expected to take 10 years? Join us to work in solidarity with those affected, completing home repairs and renovation projects for the poor in the community. Who Can Attend: GSCC parents and their children 14 & older, as well as any adult over 21. All participants need to be up to date on their Safe Environment Training.
Cost: $350 (all-inclusive) per person. This covers lodging, meals, transportation, and materials needed for the projects. Fundraising opportunity available. For more information, visit gscc.net/missiontrip or contact Tere Martin at
[email protected] “Yours are the hands with which He blesses the world.” - St. Teresa of Avila
Prayer Requests John T, Maria S, Elizabeth B, Dianne/Glynn C, Donna K, Mary Sue A, Lisa Lynn B, Sherry B, Gregory K, Pedro B, Philip P, Maryann P, George S, Ann C, Al C, Anne K, Ken E, Joseph H, Marianne C, Grace C, David L, Mary Frances B, Reymunda R, Daphne B, Andrea V, Esperanza B, Jessica S, Noemi D, Christopher P, Jane Y, Jacqui S, Ronald P, Michael T, Wade C, Beverly O, Greg & Cindy R, Shirley T, Elaine D, Robert I, Rita F, Brandon K, Kathy M, Maureen B, Rosemary M, Gavin B, Andrew B, Jim F, Margaret D, Xuan P, Hien N, Douglas H, Thim C, Matthew P, Dan M, Shirley G, Sam P, Lenora B, Jack S, Jack B, John F, Brent S, Joseph S, Abby F, Bill T, Charles M, Judy R, Joy R, Alferio B, Thomas Gene V, Tim M, Al & Debbie M, Frank L, Vince A, Dan H, Margaret K, Father Richard, Sharon K, Ralph V, Greg B Active Military: Ryan P, Stephen A, Chris M, Lt. Alyssa M, Jason H, Timothy N, Scott L, Jordan O, Cpl Zachary R, Matthew G, Lt. Col. Vincent M, Matt B, Josh R, Aaron B, Christopher S, Samuel G, Lt. Ryan R, Nick S, Peter H, Christopher B, Alexander S, Clare S, Zachary B, SFC Brandon S, Bradley L, Joseph P, Michael S, David F, Justin A, Derek W, Major Patrick P
Outreach Services
Join Us!
Share your Easter joy by providing a WRAPPED Easter basket for a child who might not otherwise receive one. GSCC will donate Easter baskets to infants, children, and teens served by Catholic Charities Fort Worth, GRACE, SafeHaven of Tarrant County, St. John’s Baby World, & Union Gospel Mission-Tarrant County.
Sunday, April 14 | Following 9:00 & 11:00am Masses Join us in the Parish Hall for pictures with the Easter Bunny (bring your camera!), coffee, donuts, and burritos. We will hold two egg hunts after each Mass: 1) for children under 4 years of age 2) for children 4 years of age and older
Please bring wrapped Easter baskets to the Bride’s Room (in the church) on April 6 & 7 before or after Masses. Thank you so much for your generosity!
Hosted by the Knights of Columbus
Save the Date
Knights of Columbus Council 15789 We are seeking men who are interested in serving their parish and community. Monthly Business Mtgs: 1st Mon | 7:15pm | Upper Rm
Upcoming WOW Dates WEDNESDAY OUTREACH WORKDAYS Wednesdays | 9:00 - 11:00am April 10 - Bride’s & Groom’s Rooms Assist with Easter Basket Collection donations Join us for our annual garage sale at Good Shepherd! Proceeds will benefit GSCC Mission & Outreach, GSCC Senior Scholarships, HTCS Tuition Assistance, & the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur. Thursday, May 16: Preview & Purchase Night 5:00pm - 8:00pm with $10 admission Friday, May 17: Garage Sale 7:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, May 18: Fill the Bag Sale 7:00am - 9:00am ($10 / large trash bag) GOT STUFF? We will accept gently-used household items, clothing, furniture, and more! Simply drop off your items at the Parish Hall. Tax receipts will be available when you drop off your donations. We will not accept electronics, mattresses, baby cribs, or car seats. Drop-off dates: Tuesday & Wednesday, May 14 & 15: 9:00am - 5:00pm Thursday, May 16: 9:00am - 3:00pm For furniture pick-up, email
[email protected] with address and phone number.
April 17 - Sts. Francis & Clare Rooms Assist Liturgical A & E with Triduum prep
Have You Lost a Loved One? Thursdays | 7:00 - 9:00pm | 2/21 - 5/23 No session on Holy Thursday, April 18 Join us for our ongoing sessions. gscc.net/griefshare
Become a Stephen Minister Stephen Ministry is confidential, one-on-one Christian care. Stephen Ministers share the warmth of God’s love with those who need it most: the lonely, the depressed, the grieving. Is God calling you to reach out to those who are hurting? Consider serving as a Stephen Minister. For details, please visit gscc.net/ stephenministry
A disciple GROWS in Jesus Christ. We accompany all who have made a commitment to follow Christ as intentional disciples, walking with them and encouraging them to grow in divine intimacy with God. Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Women Growing in Faith - New Study
Single or Married & in Your 20s/30s?
Fulfilled: Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism - Part Two Tuesdays, April 23 - June 4 Shepherd Center 9:30 - 11:15am Visit gscc.net/scripturestudy to read a full description and to register. All are welcome to register, even if you did not participate in Part One.
Pre-Baptism Trainers Needed! Interested in becoming a trainer for Pre-Baptism sessions offered to parents? Contact Amanda Bacon:
[email protected]. Couples are especially welcome!
DivorceCare Tuesdays | 7:00 - 9:00pm March 5 - May 28 You may join us at any time, on any week of the series. Learn more: gscc.net/divorcecare
Learn More About the Catholic Faith CATHOLIC INQUIRY Monday Evenings | 7:00pm | Rooms 2 & 3 RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is the process whereby those who are not Catholic can explore the teachings of the Catholic faith. RCIA is also open to all who would like to learn more about the Catholic faith. All are welcome! For information, contact Father Ronald:
[email protected]
Online Faith Resource of the Week Adults and children will love the online content from FORMED. E-books, podcasts, movies, DVD-based studies, and more. Visit formed.org | Enter parish code: 981586
Lenten Reflections: Set yourself up for a transformative 40 days by receiving daily faith-based videos delivered to your email inbox. Sign up online at www.formed.org/promo/lent-registration
Vacation to the Fullest August 16 - 18, 2019 Gaylord Texan, Grapevine Merging vacation with a spiritual retreat/conference, the Steubenville Encounter Conference is a unique opportunity for adults to grow in their faith. Speakers include Bishop Olson & Fr. Mike Schimtz, with music led by Matt Maher. Childcare & camp options available for children 3 months - 17 years. GSCC parishioner Carrie S. is an ambassador for this event, so use code CARRIE at checkout to save $20. www.encountertx.com
Opportunities for Married Couples WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND April 12 - 14 RETROUVAILLE: A LIFELINE FOR MARRIAGES MARRIAGE ON TAP AT GOOD SHEPHERD Next Date Night: May 4 For details on each: gscc.net/marriageenrichment
Natural Family Planning Classes
Grow Ministry Spotlight
Tuesdays | 7:00 - 9:00pm April 30, May 14, & May 28 Want to postpone pregnancy? Having difficulty conceiving? Trying to stay in line with Catholic teaching? Natural Family Planning (or NFP) is a natural and effective form of family planning. Through use of the Billings Ovulation Method, couples are able to track the woman’s natural and unique signs of fertility and infertility each day in order to postpone or to help achieve pregnancy. It should not be confused with the “rhythm method” as it can be used by women in all stages of life and is scientifically proven to be 99.5% effective when properly used. It is 100% natural and in line with Church teaching. Register at gscc.net/nfp (Cost: $50/couple)
LIFELONG FAITH FORMATION, Amy R.
Upcoming Conference at GSCC
GSCC will be hosting this spring’s Fullness of Truth conference. Speakers from Catholic Answers include Tim Staples, Karlo Broussard, Trent Horn, and Chris Check. Visit fullnessoftruth.org for details & registration.
Upcoming Gala
Tell me about your ministry and what your ministry does. “My ministry is focused on Faith Formation grades K - 4. My responsibility is to give children ages K - 4 a good foundation of who Christ is, how much He loves them, and how to have a relationship with Him.” Why did you join this ministry? “I joined this ministry about 9 years ago when my middle son was in 2nd grade. This was an important year to volunteer due to all the Sacraments that he would be receiving that year. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton needed someone to step up and I felt a strong push by the Holy Spirit to teach. I taught 1st grade for five years and felt it would be a good way to continue my passion for teaching, but for the Church rather than the schools. After a couple of years teaching at SEAS, we moved our family to Good Shepherd. It was a better fit for our family and we instantly felt at home.” How have you GROWN in Christ through your ministry? “My relationship with Christ has grown tremendously through my Faith Formation ministry. I thought the Holy Spirit was leading me to teach children, but in fact He was leading me to further my relationship with Him. The more I taught, the more I hungered for more. There were so many children I taught that had never read the Bible and unfortunately didn’t go to church. As parents, we should be the most important teacher of our child’s faith and knowledge of Jesus! Kids need to hear about Jesus daily, pray daily, and read the Bible. There is nothing more important than your child’s salvation! My own children ages 18, 16, 15, and 10 have all deepened their faith as well due to my participation in Faith Formation. I definitely had to step up my game and put my words into action into my own children! My family has normalized prayer so much that we read the Bible together, we pray out loud together. We are constantly praying for people in need, illnesses, injuries, struggles, deaths, a more intimate relationship with Jesus, and God’s protection over our lives. My kids start every day with a short Scripture that I text all of them. The more we pray the stronger our family bond has become...God is so good!” How have you helped others GROW in Christ through your ministry? “I have taught many children over the years and feel my job is so important! I hope that all my kids over the years have grown more intimate with Christ and have dusted off their bibles and seen the real value in reading God’s Word every day in their lives. I think parents biggest weapon against the enemy is armoring their children with a faith and trust in our Savior, Lord, Jesus Christ and reading the Word of God!”
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Visit gscc.net/ministries to learn more about our Faith Formation opportunities
A disciple GROWS in Jesus Christ. We accompany all who have made a commitment to follow Christ as intentional disciples, walking with them and encouraging them to grow in divine intimacy with God. Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Dessert & Meal Donations Needed!
GSCC Students (Grades 9 - 12)
We are in need of dessert and meal donations for Wednesday evening Renovate (grades 9 - 12). If interested, please call the parish office.
Vacation Bible School: June 10 - 14
June 21 - 23 | Irving Convention Center Cost: $325 (everything included). Drop off at GSCC on Fri, June 21, 1:00pm. Pick up at GSCC on Sun, June 23 at 12:45pm. Register online: gscc.net/steubenville
Our Parish School
Teen & Adult Volunteer Registration: Currently Open Teen & Adult Safe Environment Training is required before registration. View training dates at gscc.net/SET Student VBS Registration: Currently Open Non-Parishioner Student VBS Registration: Opens May 7 if space is still available Register at gscc.net/VBS
Little Lambs (Open for 4 Year Olds!) Registration is still open online for children 4 years of age: gscc.net/littlelambs
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A disciple SHARES the Gospel. We are empowered as Spirit-filled missionary disciples to share the Good News of the saving victory of Jesus Christ in our families, places of work, friendships, and neighborhoods. Be Disciples. Make Disciples.
Friday Lenten Fish Dinners
Catholic Respect Life
April 12 | 5:00 - 6:30pm Cost: $8 Adults, $6 Children & Seniors, $25 Family Menu: fried or baked fish, french fries, hush puppies, green beans, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw, cookies and iced tea, lemonade. Sponsored by the Men’s Club.
Men’s Club Meeting Monday, April 15 | 6:30pm Join us in the Parish Hall! gscc.net/mensclub
Social Justice
Rachel’s Corner
Women in crisis pregnancy are told that abortion will solve their problem. Unfortunately, abortion creates much larger problems of its own, that can plague a woman for many years. Has abortion impacted your life? Call Rachel Ministries and let them help you. Rachel Ministries | 817-923-4757 Next Retreat: September 27 BIOETHICS & END OF LIFE ISSUES CONFERENCE Sat, April 27 | 10:00am - 4:00pm St. Bartholomew Parish Fort Worth Cost: $30/person Learn more & register online: https://diocesefortworth.regfox.com/bioethics-conference BISHOP’S GOOD FRIDAY ROSARY VIGIL FOR LIFE April 19 | 12:30 - 2:00pm at Planned Parenthood 6464 John Ryan Road | Fort Worth, TX Join Bishop Olson in prayer at this Rosary Vigil for Life. Important: Please park on the street, NOT in the Harris Hospital, Edna Gladney, or any other private parking lot.
“This rather is the fasting that I wish…” (Is 58:6 - 7) “I was...ill and you cared for me…”(Mt 25:35-36) What does God want you to sacrifice for Lent? Learn the meaning of mercy! (Mt. 9:13) “I was...ill and you cared for me…” Whose medical needs can you ignore? How do you care for the sick in your family, hospitals, and others in nursing facilities? Act with charity, compassion, and mercy! Donate and volunteer with organizations like GSCC Outreach, Catholic Charities, and GRACE Community Clinic. Work for Justice! Learn about Catholic teaching on health care at https://tinyurl.com/CST-HealthCare. Support our Bishops as the advocate for the sick and vulnerable. Continue working to build God’s Kingdom on earth -- a just society living in holiness. If you are performing works of charity and mercy now, what more can you do? Work for justice! Join the Social Justice Ministry to help solve root causes of injustice by contacting Robert Torres at
[email protected].
SUPPORT THIS IMPORTANT NEW FILM!
UnPlanned is a powerful new Respect Life film that tells the story of Abby Johnson. To help support this movie, visit unplanned.com for showings in local theaters.
