Pastor: Rev. Fr. F. Hampton Davis

Parochial Vicar: Rev. Fr. Matthew Hebert

Deacon: Deacon Gary Gaudin

Mass TIMEs scHEDulE:Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:15 a.m.

Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 p.m.saturday Vigil 4:00 pm

sunday 7:00, 9:00, 11:00 am & 6:00 pm (life Teen Mass)

Pa R I s H s Ta F FTrustees Mr. Karl Aucoin Ms. Jan Ward

Parish Office staff Mrs. Rhoda Huckaby Mr. Rodney Sonnier

Parish social & community Ministry Deacon Gary Gaudin, Director

Parish council chairperson Mr. Mark DeRouen

Music Mr. Rodney Sonnier, Director Mrs. Laura Lombas, Organist

Faith Formation...............457-7505 Mrs. Angie Aguillard, Director Mrs. Jennifer David, Assistant

spiritual Direction Mrs. Phyllis Pere

s T. E D M u n D c aT H O l I c s c H O O l

Mr. Charles Hazard, Principal

Office: 351 W. MagnoliaTelephones: 457-2592 / 457-5988

st. Edmund P.T.c. PresidentMrs. Michele Richard

310 West Vine avenue ~ Eunice, louisiana 70535 ~ 337.457.5285 www.facebook.com/stanthonyeunice ~ Website: www.stanthonyeunice.org ~ Email: stanthony@stanthonyeunice.org

Visit: www.formed.org st. anthony of Padua passcode is GZPZMF

Perhaps you have heard it said that, “Words Matter!” With this in mind, I thought that you might appreciate some of the words that have been used in recent weeks regarding my appointment as your new Pastor.

For instance, these are some of the words that Bishop Deshotel used in my official Letter of Appointment: “Dear Father Davis, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and the Holy Spirit. By virtue of this letter, and in accord with Canon 523, I am happy to appoint you as Pastor of Saint Anthony of Padua Parish in Eunice and Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Duralde. I commit to you the full care of souls in this Parish . . . I respectfully ask that you model patience and kindness after the model of Christ, the Good Shepherd. Please ask our people to pray for vocations and to pray for our Diocese. For most of my life I have served as a pastor. In these times of great challenges, I ask that you exhibit those priestly qualities which reflect the office to which Christ has called you. Generously give your life to the people you care for, imitating Jesus Christ who came to serve and not be served. May the Lord prosper the works of your hands.”

And these are some of the words that the Dean of the North Deanery, Very Rev. Fr. Tom Voorhies (the Bishop’s representative in our part of the Diocese of Lafayette) used at the Noon Mass here, on August 1st, as he presided over the Rite of Installation of your new Pastor: “My dear friends, because Bishop Deshotel is aware of your pastoral needs and is confident of Fr. Hampton Davis’ qualifications for the office of pastor, he has asked me to express, in his name, his pastoral concern for the people of this parish, and he commends Father Davis to you as your new pastor.” I was then invited to state clearly, “…with firm faith” that I “believe and profess everything that is contained in the symbol of faith, namely … “ by reciting the Nicene Creed and the Oath of Fidelity. Fr. Tom then reminded me that I have been gifted with

amazing partners in ministry, highlighting in a particular way our dedicated Associate Pastor, Deacons, Parish Staff and Parish Trustees. He then went on to make clear that I am to, “Share this ministry in a spirit of mutual trust, common prayer, and genuine concern.” Fr. Tom concluded the Rite of Installation with these clear and focused words: “Remember, my brother Hampton, always to be a loving father, a gentle shepherd, and a wise teacher of your people, so that you may lead them to Christ who will strengthen all that you do.”

Yes, my “Friends in Jesus”, words DO matter - and I hope that these words, addressed to you in my first homily, might continue to ring true: “Bishop Deshotel could have sent you a more intelligent pastor - and he could have sent you a pastor who is a better administrator. He could have sent you a pastor who is more physically fit and more organized. And he certainly could have sent you a pastor who is more holy - but he could not have sent you a pastor who will love you more than I will!” And so, as your officially installed - and very grateful - new pastor, I ask for your ongoing prayer cover, and I want you to know that you can trust my ongoing prayers for you and yours - especially at the Altar of the Lord!

Fr. Hampton Davis - PastorParish of St. Anthony of Padua, andParish of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary310 West Vine Avenue Eunice, LA 70535ph#: (337) 457-5285, ext. 106fax#: (337) 457-7904www.stanthonyeunice.org

From the Heart of the Pastor:

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nineteenth sunday in Ordinary Time

Vol. 52, No. 32August 11, 2019

stewardship to st. anthony of Padua church

august 4, 2019sunday’s Offertory .....................................................$9,246.00Mailed-In Offertory ........................................................906.00Online Giving ..................................................................465.00Total Offertory for the week ....................................$10,617.00Parish Maintenance & Insurance Fund ...................$1,365.00

Weekly Average 2019 ........................................$10,216.09

children’s contribution ...................................................$6.25* Extra prayers ........................................................... Matthew* Praying for a good school year ........................ Shawna, Reese, Ariana & MacKenzie

Number Registered Parish Families.....................................1528Number of Envelopes Used................................................144Number of Children’s Envelopes Used .................................. 3

Thank you for your generosity.Please remember St. Anthony Church

& St. Edmund School in your will.

Monday, august 126:15 a.m.: John B. & Dorothy Jane Huckaby

Tuesday, august 1312:00 p.m.: Beatrice O. Leonards; Madeleine Montelaro; Gary & Paula Fontenot (Liv.)

Wednesday, august 146:15 a.m.: Dolores Lombas

Thursday, august 15 -- assumption of the B.V.M.6:00 a.m.: Glenn Durbin; Frankie LaFleur; Robert H. ‘Bobby’ Miller & Norma Jean McManus Miller; Francisco J. Beauchamp; David A. Beauchamp12:00 p.m.: M/M Irving Ledet; Donald & Helen Tanner; James Sherrill Duos; Jayia Watford (Birthday); Lily S. & Hubert V. Fontenot6:00 p.m.:

Friday, august 166:15 a.m.: Gracie Zaunbrecher; Lizzy Mae Moreau

saturday, august 174:00 p.m.: Ross Andrus (Birthday); Ashton Noel; Beth Sylvester; Newton Thibodeaux; Carl Comeaux; Ed Dietz; Donald & Helen Tanner; Jewell Pavur

sunday, august 18Twentieth sunday in Ordinary Time

7:00 a.m.: St. Anthony Parishioners; Chase Ryan Manuel

9:00 a.m.: Frankie LaFleur; J.D. & Marshall Arabie; Lillie & Louis McGee Sr.; M/M A.F. McGee Sr.; M/M Amos Durio Sr.; Toby Durio; Vila & Emery Henry; Melanie Ann Arnaud; Gary & Patrick Henry; Debra L. LeJeune (Birthday); David Grant Fontenot; Ted Wasmuth; Beth Manuel

11:00 a.m.:

6:00 p.m.: Joan Schatzle McManus; Ronald S. McManus

Masses for the Week

We are currently underway in preparing our Faith Formation (Catechism) program for the upcoming school year. We are in need of volunteers to serve in this rewarding ministry. We invite you to come and share your faith with our young people

and play a part in leading them closer to Christ. Please call the Office of Faith Formation (457-7505) for more information.

Registration begins Monday, august 12 at the Parish Hall from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.. Letters have been mailed to families of children who attended classes last year. If a child is a new student, we will need a copy of their Baptism certificate at Registration.

Our Elementary program meets on Monday afternoons from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning september 9. Junior High classes are on Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning on september 9. Our High School program takes place on Sunday evenings after the 6:00 p.m. Mass starting October 6.

Faith Formation (c.c.D.)

Please pray for: Belinda Francois, Norma Diaville, Lorena Gaspard Goodman, Evelyn Stringer, Keylon Thibodeaux, Belinda Fontenot, Dora Johnson, Edmund & Alberta Frey, Linda Gaudin, Hilton Lavergne, Leanne

Belfour, Ben Burson, Willona Bertrand, Ann Duran, Craig Durbin, Lucien Montelaro, Philip Montelaro, Colleen Landreneau, Joan Burson, Earline Prather, Donnie Price, C.J. Godeaux, Tyler Bertrand, Jennifer Lafleur Manuel, Carrol Godeaux, Sam Olivier, Mary Boudin, Joseph Boudin, Burton Guilbeau, Grace Courville, Beth Baumer, Gary & Paula Fontenot, John LeJeune, Maranda McElwee, Anita LeBlanc, William Gil, Lillie Fontenot, Richard Leon, Hunter Vidrine, Suzane DeRouen, Jane Ellen McGee Ulery, Larry Dale Thibodeaux, Christina Thibodeaux, Pearl Theibodeaux, Emily Miller Johnson.

Pray for our troops & peace in the world!

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Monday, august 12Daily Mass -- 6:15 a.m.

Tuesday, august 13Daily Mass -- 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, august 14Daily Mass -- 6:15 a.m.Women’s A.C.T.S. Formation -- 6:00 p.m. at K.C. Hall.Anticipated Mass -- 6:00 p.m. at annunciation in Duralde

Thursday, august 15 -- assumption of the B.V.M.Rectory Office closedMasses -- 6:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. at St. Anthonyst. Edmund all school Mass followed by Eucharistic Procession -- 9:00 a.m.st. Edmond church Mission a.c.T.s. Retreat -- aug. 15-18 at acadian Baptist center.Knights of Columbus -- 7:00 p.m. K.C. Hall.

Friday, august 16Daily Mass -- 6:15 a.m. / Nursing Home Masses -- 9:30 a.m.

saturday, august 17Confessions -- 3:00 p.m. / Anticipated Mass -- 4:00 p.m.

sunday, august 18Masses: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Life Teen Mass -- 6:00 p.m.

Priest, Extraordinary lay Ministers of Holy communion, lectors & altar servers

Ministers of Prayer Meetings & Events

Thursday, august 15, 2019 -- assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary6:00 a.m. Fr. Hebert Charles Feucht,

Denise LeBouef, Kim MillerJude Huckaby Adelie Beaugh, Alise Beaugh

Altar Server Needed12:00 p.m. Fr. Hebert Dcn Gary Gaudin,

Angie Aguillard, Lynn PavichGenny Dischler Ian McElwee

Altar Servers Needed6:00 p.m. Fr. Hampton

DavisRachel Andrus,Cliff Miller, Minister Needed

Rachel Smith Landon Daigle, Peyton LaCombeAltar Servers Needed

saturday, august 17, 20194:00 p.m. Fr. Hampton

DavisDcn. Gary Gaudin,Kayla Fontenot, Barbara Thibodeaux Vergie Ardoin, Minister Needed

Kathryn LaFleur Emma Clause, Kaden ThompsonLeo Richard, Simon Richard

sunday, august 18, 20197:00 a.m. Fr. Hebert Dcn. Gary Gaudin,

Michael Lombas, Brad MillerJacque Pucheu Lexie Aguillard, John Patrick Fruge

Joe Aucoin, Vincent Thibodeaux9:00 a.m. Fr. Hampton

DavisDcn. Gary Gaudin,Samantha Bertrand, Tricia Richard

Tad Richard Bailey Conde, Camille FontenotKennadi Thibodeaux, Trent Thibodeaux

11:00 a.m.

Fr. Hampton Davis

Dcn. Gary Gaudin,Jr. Bergeron, Charles FeuchtDonnie Darbonne, Lynn Pavich

Aimee Summerlin Anna Chapman, Jace Miller, Henry Summerlin Mc: Needed Thurifer: John-Michael Fruge

6:00 p.m. Fr. Hampton Davis

Dcn. Gary Gaudin,Angel McGee, Jeff McGee

Lynda Perrodin Joshua Landry, Ava WarnerChloe Warner, Laura Grace Warner

Adorers thank Jesus for the following favors: 1) Two successful surgeries. 2) Niece’s successful surgeries.Adorers needed for the following hours starting at: Fri. 11 pm Prayer Partners Needed: Sun 3 pm; Mon 8 am, 10 am; Wed 8 am; Fri 7 am; Sat. 7 an, 3 pmTo commit one hour - call Brenda castro 457-7965.

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st. anthony of Paduaaddress update

Perpetual adoration

Effective December 31, 2019, the Only address for St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church will be our physical address: 310 W. Vine ave., Eunice, LA 70535. If you currently correspond with the church office via the post office box, please update your records accordingly.

Save the Date:So often women carrying the cross of infertility carry it in silence and alone. Join us for a Women’s Day of Prayer and Reflection for women of faith struggling with infertility. The date is October 5 from 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., so mark your calendars and invite others. More information coming soon! Contact itiswellcommunity@gmail.com with any questions.

assumption of the B. V. M.Thursday, august 15

Mass schedule:anticipated Mass in Duralde:Wednesday, august 14 @ 6:00 p.m.

Masses at st. anthony:Thursday, august 15

6:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.st. Edmund school Mass @ 9:00 a.m.

Holy Day of Obligation

Monday: Dt 10:12-22; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Mt 17:22-27Tuesday: Dt 31:1-8; Dt 32:3-4ab, 7-9, 12; Mt 18:1-5,

10, 12-14Wed.: Dt 34:1-2; Ps 66:1-3a, 5, 8, 16-17; Mt 18:15-20Thurs.: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Ps 45:10-12, 16; 1

Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56Fri.: Jos 24:1-13; Ps 136:1-3, 16-18, 21-22, 24; Mt 19:3-12saturday: Jos 24:14-29; Ps 16:1-2a, 5, 7-8, 11; Mt

19:13-15sunday: Jer 38:4-6, 8-10; Ps 40:2-4, 18; Heb 12:1-4;

Lk 12:49-53

First Reading -- Your ancestors waited in faith and courage for God’s promised summons (Wisdom 18:6-9).

Psalm -- Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own (Psalm 33).

second Reading -- By faith Abraham sojourned in the promised land (Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 [1-2, 8-12]).

Gospel -- You do not know the day nor the hour when the Son of Man will appear (Luke 12:32-48 [35-40]).

Today’s Readings

Readings For The Week

Thursday, August 15thFeast of the Assumption

In Honor of the 254th Anniversary of the Arrival of the Catholic Faith to Acadianaand the 202nd Anniversary of St. Martinville

For More Information, Contact Fr. Michael Champagne, cjc

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