st. anthony of padua catholic church and school
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St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and School
309 Gower St. Greenville, SC 29611
Phone: (864) 233-7717 www.newstanthony.com
Welcoming all people to worship God in the
genius of African American Catholic Spirituality
Third Sunday of Easter
April 18, 2021
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Evening 5pm and 7pm
Sunday 8, 10, 12 Noon, and Virtual
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
at 11am in the Church and Virtual
Holy Days: 11am and 6:30pm
If a Vigil Mass is allowed it will be at 11am the day before
Fr. Wilbroad Mwape
Deacons
Deacon Winston Wright, retired
Deacon Anthony Cassandra, retired
Deacon Steve Olson
Deacon Dexter Gourdin
Deacon Phil Allen
-In residence
Parish Office
Mary Corner
School Principal
Mary Margaret Martin
School Office
Michelle Johnson
Director of Faith Formation
Debra Drennon
Ministry Coordinator
James Boyd
Sexton
Rich Tierney
Food Pantry
Carol Moeller
Recreation Event Manager
Johnny Payne
TEMPORARY MASS SCHEDULE
Daily Mass will be in the church: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 11am. Saturday at 5pm and 7pm Sunday 8, 10 and 12 noon. The number of people allowed in the church per Mass
is 100 and 25 in the lobby. The following is necessary for us to have
Mass in the Church with COVID 19: Follow the directions of the ushers; Wear a Mask;
Wash your hands; Practice social distancing before and after Mass.
All of us keep All of us Safe! Mass will also be virtual for Sunday.
Daily Mass will be held Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 11am in the church.
Masks are to be worn and social distancing practiced at all times at Mass. Mass will also be available
virtually on YOUTUBE and the link is sent out by ServantHearts and church email on those days.
SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION
Wednesday - 12 pm to 1 pm Saturday - 4 pm to 4:45 pm
Or by appointment, call the church office (864-233-7717 ext.5)
to schedule an appointment.
THE READINGS FOR THE 3rd SUNDAY OF EASTER
April 18, 3rd Sunday of Easter Acts 3:13-15, 17-19; 1 Jn 2:1-5a; Lk 24:35-48 April 19, Monday of the 3rd Week of Easter Acts 6:8-15; Jn 6:22-29 April 20, Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Easter Acts 7:51-8:1a; Jn 6:30-35 April 21, Wednesday of the 3rd Week of Easter Acts 8:1b-8; Jn 6:35-40 April 22, Thursday of the 3rd Week of Easter Acts 8:26-40; Jn 6:44-51 April 23, Friday of the 3rd Week of Easter Acts 9:1-20; Jn 6:52-59 April 24, Saturday of the 3rd Week of Easter Acts 9:31-42; Jn 6:60-69 April 25, 4th Sunday of Easter Acts 4:8-12; 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18
STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION
Luke 24:36 Peace be with you.
Peace! Isn't that what we all long for? How to obtain it?
St. John tells us in the second reading (1Jn2) that if we obey the commandments and keep His word, the love of God is perfected in us. Pray to Jesus to open your minds to understand the Scriptures (Lk 24:45). Study God's word, keep His commandments. and in
doing so, begin to experience the peace you seek.
RETREAT: THE HEART OF MARY.
Spend a weekend deepening your understanding and devotion to the Blessed Mother. Find out why
so many people today seek out Mary for peace, direction and hope, and how she might be able to give the same to you. From May 7-9, the Catholic
Conference Center in Hickory NC is offering a weekend retreat – a perfect gift to share with your mother for Mother’s Day. To dovetail with your
particular Mother’s Day plans, we have options for one night or two, plus some for commuter sessions and even a separate Mother’s Day Sunday brunch. In addition to powerful talks, you’ll be able to enjoy our beautiful setting in full springtime bloom and delicious full-course meals prepared by our own
Executive Chef. Visit www.catholicconference.org/mary,
email [email protected], or call 828.327.7441 for more information.
MOVIE NIGHT The Diocese of Charleston, Office of Family Life is offering a FREE VIRTUAL FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
on APRIL 24, 7PM ET and can be streamed until APRIL 26, 7AM ET (36 hours). Please join us for an inspirational and entertaining movie about Father
Payton. The family that prays together, stays together. Please register at:
https://watch.showandtell.film/watch/charleston-pray-2021-04-24
Please share this information with all your friends and family. For more information, please contact Christy 803 554 6088 or Kathy at 803 547 5063 or
SAINT OF THE WEEK Saint Conrad of Parzham’s Story
Conrad spent most of his life as porter in Altoetting, Bavaria, letting people
into the friary and indirectly encouraging them to let God into
their lives. His parents, Bartholomew and Gertrude Birndorfer, lived near
Parzham, Bavaria. In those days, this region was recovering from the
Napoleonic wars. A lover of solitary prayer and a peacemaker as a young man, Conrad joined the
Capuchins as a brother. He made his profession in 1852 and was assigned to the friary in Altoetting. That city’s
shrine to Mary was very popular; at the nearby Capuchin friary there was a lot of work for the porter, a job Conrad
held for 41 years. At first, some of the other friars were jealous that such a young friar held this important job.
Conrad’s patience and holy life overcame their doubts. As porter, he dealt with many people, obtaining many of the friary supplies and generously providing for the poor who came to the door. He treated them all with the courtesy Francis expected of his followers. Conrad’s helpfulness
was sometimes unnerving. Once Father Vincent, seeking quiet to prepare a sermon, went up the belltower of the
church. Conrad tracked him down when someone wanting to go to confession specifically requested Father
Vincent. Conrad also developed a special rapport with the
children of the area. He enthusiastically promoted the Seraphic Work of Charity, which aided neglected
children. Conrad spent hours in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. He regularly asked the Blessed Mother to
intercede for him and for the many people he included in his prayers. The ever-patient Conrad was canonized in
1934. His liturgical feast is celebrated on April 21.
SIMPLY LOVE: A CATHOLIC
MARRIAGE RETREAT April 24 & 25th To Register:
https://www.heartridgeministries.com/store/p13/Simply_Love%3A_A_Catholic_Marriage_Retreat_Reservation_per
_couple.html This is more than a weekend get away with your spouse, - it is an opportunity for your marriage to grow deeper and
ascend new heights! There will be inspiring talks, time for discussion, marriage-building exercises, an
opportunity for Confession, Mass, Rosary walk around the picturesque lake, and free time to get outside and
enjoy God's creation together in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
For more information: https://www.heartridgeministries.com/marriage-
retreat.html
GOSPEL REFLECTIONS When new employees join a company, it’s common
to have an orientation to bring new people “on board.” A new employee needs to understand both
the past and the future history of the company. How can they connect with what’s gone before?
How can they be part of the company’s mission for the future?
In today’s Gospel, Jesus conducts a kind of “Christian orientation” for his startled and frightened disciples—most of whom are
encountering him for the first time as the risen Lord. He first reassures them that he—Jesus—is the one they knew before the crucifixion. But there have been a few changes! He’s not a ghost, he is truly
alive. And he shares a meal with his friends to prove it. But they have their doubts anyway—perhaps
some of the same doubts shared by Luke’s communities years later: How could Jesus be the promised Messiah, and have suffered the terrible
death by crucifixion? And so Jesus patiently interprets the
Hebrew Scriptures to explain his mission as God’s “Suffering Servant.”
But the past is only preparation for the future! The message of Good News must be preached to the
ends of the earth. The disciples are now his witnesses, commissioned to carry his message to the
world. And so are we who gather at our Easter Eucharist with the Risen Lord today!
~ Father Greg Friedman, OFM
LIVING WATERS BIBLE STUDY Living Waters Bible Study has been a Saint Anthony
tradition since 1965. I bet that first group never imagined "going virtual," but here we are and going strong! Please join Nicky and Lillie Jones and many others to dive into God's amazing Word. Know the
Bible to know your God! Tuesdays at 6:30pm,
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7353097404
HEALTHCARE ENROLLMENT 3/15 - 5/15/21
Due to COVID, there is another chance to sign up for 2021 health insurance. Contact Maggie Kleger:
[email protected] or 864-350-3817.
CARD MINISTRY The Card Ministry would like to send a card to those who are having surgery, lonely, or in need of prayer.
Please help us by supplying the address. You can contact Dee Martinez by phone @ 864-201-2204 or
email@ [email protected]. Help us spread joy...we miss our church family.
WOMEN'S COUNCIL BAKE SALE, SHAWL & CRAFT FAIR
St. Anthony Women's Council is having a Bake Sale between the Masses on April 25th.... Come out get
some goodies and support our mission. Proceed goes to helping our international project ..
Orphanage in Zambia. Also there will be a Shawl & Craft fair the same day in Classroom A to support the school by the Prayer
Shawl Ministry. Thanks for all who help make our efforts successful.
PARISH ROSARY Children of the Immaculate Conception Rosary
Group: a great way to learn how to pray the rosary or become more familiar with it. Why be familiar with the Rosary?
The Rosary is not just a prayer, it is a weapon against evil. In fact, St. Padre Pio described
it is our greatest weapon. Come join us in praying the Rosary
and fighting the prevalent evil in our world. Every Thursday at 8pm!
Zoom Link: /j/84951508088?pwd=Zno3NXBGNFQ3UUlrWXRwa
3ZyeWM4UT09 Meeting ID: 849 5150 8088 Passcode: Rosary
RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat is a supportive, confidential, nonjudgmental weekend retreat for
women and men who have had an abortion experience and would like to encounter God’s love,
mercy and forgiveness. The retreats in South Carolina are:
May 14-16, 2021—Charleston
August 13-15, 2021—Greenville
For more information or registration call: Christy 803 554 6088 or Kathy 803 546 6010
Now is the time
ST. ANTHONY’S 20 SOMETHING’S GROUP
We are still meeting virtually! Come join us for bible studies, prayer nights, and game nights.
College students and young adults— 20 somethings--are welcome! We accept members at any time. You can hang out with us regularly or occasionally.
A number of our members are open to becoming prayer partners.
We are available to lift up anyone’s prayer requests to God. Don't be afraid to ask!
Please check out our Facebook and join our GroupMe for regular updates on ministry
events. Please contact Afhton Stetzer with any questions at (770)-841-0564 or [email protected]
SISTER HOPE Sister Hope is a FREE chat service providing
encouragement and strategies on how to manage everyday stress and anxiety using
Chatbot technology. Text “Hi” to Sister Hope at 315.276.3157 to get instant support.
Sister Hope is anonymous, private, and
available 24/7.
Proven, faith-based, emotional and mental
support service.
Sister Hope offers proven technology to offer
custom mental health help when and where
you need it. She is used by over 13 million
users worldwide.
[If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please contact the Suicide Hotline –
800.273.8255.] --Sister Hope is provided by
Catholic Charities of South Carolina Questions? Email: [email protected]
VIRTUAL SEMINAR WITH FR. DWIGHT LONGENECKER
Our Lady of the Rosary Parish invites you to register today for a FREE virtual seminar series.
Our pastor, Fr. Dwight Longenecker, will converse with a different Catholic leader each Wednesday
evening from 7:30-8:30pm for a total of seven live, virtual seminars, from April 14 - May 26.
Here is a link: https://olrgreenville.com/news-events/free-a-new-virtual-seminar-series-presented-
by-fr-longenecker/
MEMORIAL MEDALLIONS We are in the process of adding medallions on our memorial wall located in the church lobby. Since
there is a limited number that can be placed on the last panel, this will be done on a first come basis. The cost of a medallion is $150.00. However, any
donation above the cost is acceptable and appreciated.For more information, please contact
Gwen Whitner at: [email protected] (864)297-0123 or (864) 567-1482
OPEN WIDE OUR HEARTS South Carolina Council of Catholic Women
Greenville Deanery cordially invites you to “OPEN WIDE OUR HEARTS” A Virtual Gathering to
Dialogue on Peace Saturday April 24, 2021
10:00am-12noon via Zoom All are invited to join the discussion on the
Racial Divide in America and ways in which we all can foster diversity appreciation and awareness
in our lives and the lives of others. There will be a special listening session on the
experiences of Bi-Racial women. The webinar is being facilitated by the
Diocese of Charleston Office of Ethnic Ministries. Participants are asked to read the USCCB Pastoral Letter on Racism
“Open Wide our Hearts” prior to the gathering.
Document can be found at : https://www.usccb.org/resources/open-wide-
our-hearts_0.pdf To register for the webinar, go
to https://bit.ly/3uNV0Bf or visit the Diocesan Calendar of Events at:
www.charlestondiocese.org. For more information contact
The Office of Ethnic Ministries at: 864.331.2627 or [email protected].
SCHOOL SUPPORT
Support your school every time you shop. Helping a school in your community is easy!
1. Sign up and select a school: publix.com/partners. 2. Provide your phone number when you check out at Publix 3. Publix Partners will donate a portion of eligible purchases to your chosen school! Publix Partners has contributed 37.7 million to more
than 4,600 schools across the Southeast.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER EXPERIENCE
“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be
saved through him.” Bring God into your marriage to honor Him by going on a
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on Apr 15-May 6, 2021 in VIRTUAL 3RE, SC and Jul 16-18, 2021 in Beaufort, SC. Early sign up is recommended. For more information visit our
website at: https://SCMarriageMatters.org or contact us at [email protected] or
803-810-9602
ENGAGED ENCOUNTER WEEKEND
Learn how to have strong marriage by attending an Engaged Encounter Weekend. Some of the tools you
will have will help with communicating, arguing fairly, overcoming disillusionment, and living a
sacramental lifestyle. The 2021 schedule is St. Mary Magdalene, Simpsonville Weekends:
April 24-25; August 21-22; November 13-14. St. Michael, Murrells Inlet Weekend: October 9-10.
The cost of the weekend is $160.00 and lodging is not provided. You do not need to be a member of
the parish to attend a weekend. To register go to our NEW WEBSITE:
southcarolina.engagedencounter.com For additional information, please call
Bob & Mary Reimer 864-420-2633. COVID-19 Guidelines will be followed.
SIDEWALK ADVOCATES
FOR LIFE Would you like to learn how to help women in
unplanned, crisis pregnancies choose life at the
abortion center?
Sidewalk Advocates for Life offers a peaceful,
prayerful, law-abiding sidewalk advocacy method
that seeks to reach that woman’s heart and fill her
needs so she can confidently choose life!
Our next training will take place May 1st.
For more details and to register, please visit:
Sidewalk Advocates for Life, Charleston - May
2021 Training (aplos.com) or contact the local Program Director
(843-580-6516 or [email protected]).
More information at www.sidewalkadvocates.org
PLEASE PRAY FOR Martha Cotel, Mary Curran, Christy Dias,
Jonathan Turner, Jean Boggs, Stuart MacNaughton, Megan Counihan, Eric Kuhn, Joe Mausser,
Lori McGinley, Donna Nickels, Charlene Palmer, Alice Rigler, Richard Palmer, Matthew Bryson,
Sabrina Walker, James Johnson, Peyton Dowling, Ann Nechodom, Olivia Brown, Gregory Kuhn,
Karen Randall & family, Alec Kubica, Tom James, Tara Cleary, Betty Braun, Joanne Dean, Hazel Hill,
Julius Pinson Jr., Sharon Patton, Mary Ann Turner, Clarice Hanly, Phyllis Oliver, Willie Davis, Chester Williams, Melvin Armstrong, Dee Dee Dzikowicz,
Sammy Huguet, Steve Miller, Diane Manzi, Malik McCauley, Juliet Roy, Margaret Morris, Wilbert Morgan, Lori Cortese, Anthony Davis,
Patricia Carnes, Joseph Neito, Marie Talley, Catherine & Michael Branca, Denise White,
Marilyn Daly, Tessa & George Skoniecki, Sherri Hoffman, Elaine Durrah, Michael Crawley, John Hever, Barb and Vern Prinzing, Lillie Davis,
Ruth Walters, Bill Lacher, Marco Calabro, Michael, Ruth Jessica and Naomi Walters,
Deacon Winston Wright, & Deacon Steve Olson.
OUR SICK AND SHUT-INS: Clenty Fair, Bessie Williams, and Nicole Campbell Little.
LAST WEEK’S COLLECTIONS Offertory collections for Sunday 4/11/21: $22,742.00
GUIDELINES FOR ATTENDING
MASS DURING COVID -19 These are the questions you are to ask yourself before
you come to Mass: Have you tested positive for COVID -19 ? Within the last 14 days, have you
experienced any fever, cough, shortness of breath, or flu -like symptoms? Have you had any close contact with
a person diagnosed with COVID - 19 within the past 14 days? Would you self-identify as an individual at high -risk for severe illness from COVID 19 as defined by the
CDC? Are you the caregiver for an individual at high- risk for severe illness from COVID 19 as defined by the CDC ?
If you answer Yes to any of these questions you have been identified as a high risk individual. According to federal and state guidelines, you are advised to avoid
public spaces/ gatherings. We encourage you to maintain 6 feet social distance at all times and wear a
face mask. Your safety is our primary concern. Please if you are tested and have a negative test and you are quarantined and come off of the quarantine
you cannot come to church until you received the results of the test. All of us keep All of us Safe.
THIS WEEK Sunday and Daily Mass St. Anthony of Padua
You can receive links to daily and Sunday Mass here from St. Anthony of Padua on YouTube from
Servant Hearts. To get on their email list: [email protected]
with your email and request to be added.
Livestreaming from Diocese of Charleston On Facebook:
Facebook.com/DioceseChas Daily Mass:
Monday – Saturday at 8:30am On YouTube:
YouTube.com/DioceseChas Sunday Mass with
Bishop Robert E. Guglielmone at 11am (English)
Misa en espanol los domingos a la 12:30pm Spanish Mass is also available on the diocesan
Spanish radio station, Sundays at 11am at:
Radiorevive.com Additional information on livestreams and online
devotions form our parishes is available on the diocesan website: charlestondiocese.org/covid-19-
response
NEW PARISHIONERS Please welcome Mick and Ann Risdon.
VIRUS PRECAUTIONS In order to complete sanitation of the church and
lobby and to avoid community spread of the virus, the church lobby will open 15 minutes prior to weekend Masses. Early arrivals are asked to wait outside the
church and lobby or in their vehicles and not enter the church or lobby until 15 minutes before Mass. Please
contact Rich Tierney at 864-430-2363 if you have special needs or questions. We appreciate your
patience and understanding as we work to gather to celebrate Mass safely. Because of C0VID 19, do not
put mail in the mailbox at church unless you know the person is attending Mass. The mail will be left in the box for someone to remove. If you
have any questions you can call the church office. Because of COVID 19 we do not have Missalette's in
the pews you call follow the readings at www.USSCB.org daily readings.
Easter Stewardship Reflection 2021
The pandemic continues. Even if at reduced rates here in the US, we read about its resurgence
across the globe. Here we sit, anxiously awaiting a return to normal.
I’ve been asking, “How is God at work in this pandemic? What is He calling us to?” I think God is
using this COVID event to call us to live our lives differently. So, instead of hoping for a quick
return to what we remember as “normal,” let’s reimagine a new future. A future that trusts in the
promise of Easter. A future filled with hope and joy. A future where God is first in every area of
our lives.
How do we put God first in the midst of the cacophony of every-day life? We continue to engage
the three pillars of the practice of our faith:
Pray – At all times. Offer the first moments though out your day to God in prayer.
Fast – Detach from the desire to get more things. Let nothing come before God.
Give Alms – Declare your brotherhood with the poor and your trust in God to provide.
Live in the confidence of the Easter promise, the overwhelmingly awesome gift of freedom and
eternal life. In humble gratefulness and all humility, put God first in every facet of your life—including
with your money, and find the peace that you truly seek.
CHURCH SEATING CHART & INFORMATION
Greetings St. Anthony Parishioners;
We are now celebrating Mass back in our Church. Please be aware that it is critically important that we adhere to and follow the CDC recommendations as it applies to Social Distancing and other safety guidelines.
We are only able to safely seat 100 parishioners per Mass inside the Church, and another 25 parishioners in the lobby. Also, we must maintain at least 6 ft. from each Individual or Family Group. Please see attach chart as a
guide. For your health and safety we are sanitizing the Church between each Mass. It is recommended that we allow at least 30 minutes for the sanitizing chemicals to dissipate. The church doors will not be opened until 15 minutes
before Mass. We will continue to check temperatures and mask or face covering is required. If you feel sick or exhibit any
symptoms of a cold or flu, please stay home. If you have ever tested positive for Covid-19 please do not attend Mass until you have been cleared with a negative test.
Please realize safeguards are necessary to keep us safe and healthy. We thank you for your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience.
Parish Contacts Ministries
Parish Office: Altar Services (Swiffer Team):
Mary Corner 233-7717 Barbara Prinzing 847-217-4298
Parish email: [email protected] Elijah Cup Vocations Ministry
Parish website: www.newstanthony.com Mike Cumby (8am & 10am Masses) Stewardship: [email protected], 864-417-8973
Joseph Galloway: [email protected] Sara Ostendorff (12noon & 6:30pm Masses)
Parish Clergy [email protected]
Father Wilbroad Mwape Garden Group [email protected] Suzanne Newton 292-1914
Deacons: [email protected] Handicap Transportation Ministry
Deacon Winston Wright (retired) Chuck Milteer 350-9684
Deacon Steve Olson [email protected]
Deacon Dexter Gourdin Hospice Ministry Deacon Phil Allen Susan Olson 228-9220
Parish Council Housing Ministry
Odiri Igbey, Council Chair: [email protected] Allan Oliver
Mary Lee Tierney, Secretary: [email protected] [email protected]
Emilie Cantrell: [email protected] Just Faith
Jean Hever: [email protected] Ken Christy 370-2943 Don Kilburg: [email protected] Knights of Peter Claver
Tony Smith: [email protected] Paul Latimore 299-0847
Apryl Tilert: [email protected] Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxillary
Gwen Whitner : [email protected] MaryAnn Boyd 619-517-2191
Webster Woods: [email protected] Knights of Columbus
Ministry Coordinator: Richard Cortese 268-0007 James Boyd Meal Ministry
[email protected] Dana Lacher 354-0049
Catholic Charities: 242-2233 [email protected]
Sexton: Men’s Club
Richard Tierney 430-2363 Johnny Payne 616-0923 Food Pantry: [email protected]
Carol Moeller 380-4155 Prison Ministry
[email protected] Richard Krainas 360-1098
St. Anthony School Gwen Whitner 297-0123
School website: Propel High School Ministry
www.stanthonygreenvillesc.org Pat Dillard School Office: [email protected]
Michelle Johnson 271-0167 Respect for Life Ministry
Recreation Event Manager: Mary Catena 864-918-3957
Johnny Payne ServantHearts
[email protected] [email protected] Religious Education St. Ann’s Guild Ministry
Director of Faith Formation: Ann Douglas 458-7175
CCD grades K-12: [email protected]
Debra Drennon Women’s Council
[email protected] Delores Martinez 864-201-2204
Assistant Director 20 Somethings Group Leanne Koffskey [email protected]
[email protected] Gala- School Fundraiser
RCIA Adult Initiation: Jean Hever 864-608-5256
Deacon Steve Olson 449-4284 [email protected]
Deacon Phil Allen 706-2999 Music Ministry [email protected] Children’s Choir:
Living Waters Bible Study: Larry McCullough 205-3655
Nicky & Lillie Jones 832-4011 or 832-4012 Choir Coordinator:
Saint Anthony University: Brian Jenkins 630-3795
Assistant Director of Faith Formation Choir and Music Ministry:
Leanne Koffskey Stan Greggs 386-9875 [email protected]