St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

105 Bonnabel Blvd. Metairie, LA 70005

www.scschurch.com

Pastor: Fr. Tim Hedrick Parochial Vicar: Fr. Garrett O’Brien

Office Hours: Monday — Friday 8:30 am — 4:30 pm

Parish Phone: 504-835-9343 Parish Fax: 504-835-1525 Parish Emergency Line: 504-833-8507 St. Vincent de Paul Assistance: 504-267-9507

Mass Schedule

Monday — Friday 9:00 am Wednesday 6:00 pm Saturday (Vigil) 4:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am 9:00 am *(Childcare Available) 11:00 am *(Childcare Available) 5:30 pm * Childcare/Nursery is located in the Melancon Center.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Monday 8:30 am Wednesday 8:30 am and 5:30 pm Friday 8:30 am Saturday 3:00 pm Or By Appointment

Devotions

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel)

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena (Tues 9:30 am in Church) Rosary (Mon — Fri 8:15 am in Church)

Rosary (Mon 5:30 pm in Church)

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School

400 Codifer Blvd.

Metairie, LA 70005 www.scsgators.org

Principal: Mrs. Kimberlie Kilroy

School Phone: 504-831-1166 School Fax: 504-833-8982

Hearing assistance devices are available in Church. Please see an usher if you need one.

St. Catherine of siena catholic church May 5, 2019

Third Sunday of Easter

“Centered on Christ, Ablaze with Love!”

Established in 1921

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Mass Intentions Saturday, May 4 4:00 pm Ethan Cavalier † Joseph Anthony Costa, Sr. † Dorothy “Dot” Dane † Gracio and Josie DeSalvo Adam Christopher Dicks † Carol Fee † James N. Fontenot, Sr. † John T. Fontenot † Madeleine K. Fontenot † Ruth H. Gilberti † James Patrick Lawson, Jr. † Genny Marks Lloyd Mutter † Theresa Ripberger † Kaleigh Sonnier Sunday, May 5 7:00 am Parish Family 9:00 am Codifer Family 11:00 am Joe Costa, Sr. † Jim and Donna Curtin † Patrick J. Farrelly, Jr. † Carol Fee † James N. Fontenot, Sr. † John T. Fontenot † Madeleine K. Fontenot † Ruth H. Gilberti † Rebecca Bryant Loch † Dr. Janet Matthews † Ashlie Randazza Moses † Lloyd Mutter † Parish Family Randy Perrone † SCS Parish Priests 60th Anniversary SCS Class of 1959 Lynne Truxillo † 5:30 pm Dorothy “Dot” Dane † Monday, May 6 9:00 am Eugene M. Reinhardt † Tuesday, May 7 9:00 am Patricia Wood † Wednesday, May 8 9:00 am Sidney and Daisy Schexnaydre † 6:00 pm Dorothy Dane † Thursday, May 9 9:00 am Dr. Cynthia Thomas Friday, May 10 9:00 am Rev. Michael Becker

Third Sunday of Easter Today’s Readings First Reading: God exalted Jesus as leader and savior (Acts 5). Psalm: I will praise you, Lord, for you have rescued me (Psalm 30). Second Reading: To the Lamb be blessing and honor, glory and might (Revelation 5). Gospel: When the disciples came ashore, they saw a charcoal fire with fish on it and bread (John 21. Readings for the Week Monday: Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29 Tuesday: Acts 7:51 — 8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday: Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a; Jn 6:35-40 Thursday: Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-51 Friday: Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 6:52-59 Saturday: Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; Jn 6:60-69 Sunday: Acts 13:14, 43-52; Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5; Rv 7:9, 14b-17; Jn 10:27-30 Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Third Sunday of Easter Friday: St. Damien de Veuster Scripture Reflection “I am going fishing.” What an announcement! If asked who made it, and not told it was a Bible quote, we might guess “Grandpa” or “Uncle Fred,” or admit, “I said that last summer!” But it is a Bible quote, from today’s Gospel. The person who said it also once declared, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Yes, it’s Peter! So today’s announcement seems quite the comedown. Last Sunday Jesus said, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” But Peter seems determined to return to his pre-apostolic occupation, until Jesus intervenes, making Peter’s later announcement deeper, “Lord, you know that I love you,” and Peter’s apostolic calling clearer, “Tend my sheep.” Peter does so. Acts presents the consequences: Peter de-clares, “We must obey God rather than men.” As Revelation proclaims, “Worthy is the Lamb”—to receive Peter’s lifelong service, and ours. Archdiocesan Family Prayer Loving and faithful God, through the years the people of our archdiocese have appreciated the prayers and love of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in times of war, disaster, epidemic and illness. We come to you, Father, with Mary our Mother, and ask you to help us in the battle of today against violence, murder and racism. We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people. Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence. Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a holy family. Amen. St. Catherine of Siena Parish Prayer God, Our Father, we thank you for our parish community of St. Catherine of Siena. Thank you for the many blessings that you have given us, but especially for calling us to serve as disciples of your son, Jesus Christ. As we gather today, we ask that you send your Holy Spirit to guide us in everything that we do. Transform our hearts and lead us closer to you. Help us always to seek to be a parish that is Centered on Christ and Ablaze with Love. We ask all of these things in the name of Jesus, and through the intercession of our Blessed Mother. St. Catherine of Siena, pray for us! St. Michael the Archangel Prayer St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Memorials

The Sanctuary Candles are for the Special Intentions of the Jay Smith Family and for the Special Intentions of Fr. Tim

The Chapel of the Holy Innocents Candle is for the Special Intentions of Fr. Garrett

The Our Lady of Fatima Candles are for the Special Intentions of the Giles Family

Contact Frances Skiffington at 834-1709 or fskiffin@gmail.com for dedications.

Prayer & Worship

Our Mission

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Parish

exists to form and send forth a community of disciples of Jesus Christ

who witness by joyfully living the Gospel.

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Parish News

New Parishioners: Welcome! Please extend a warm welcome to Blake, Nicole, and Zoey Zeringue, St. Catherine of Siena’s newest parishioners. We look forward to their involvement in parish life! Baptism: Congratulations! Congratulations to Rosalie Grace Morstead, who was baptized recently at St. Catherine. Catholic Home Missions Appeal: Thank You! Thank you for your generous support of last week’s Catholic Home Mis-sions Appeal. The funds raised will strengthen the Church at home and ensure that the Gospel spreads across the United States. If you missed the appeal, it’s not too late to give! Just visit www.usccb.org/nationalcollections and click on the “How to Give” link on the left. Fellowship Sunday: May 5 Today, Sunday, May 5, is Fellowship Sunday. All are invited to gather in the Melancon Center after the 9 am Mass to visit with new and long-time parishioners, and to enjoy coffee and doughnuts. Crawfish Festival and Cook-off: May 11 Mark your calendar and plan to attend the seventh annual Old Metairie Crawfish Festival & Cook-off, Saturday, May 11, noon-8 pm, in the schoolyard. See ad on page 5 for sponsorship information. Diocesan Priest Retirement Collection: May 11-12 Each year on Good Shepherd Sunday the Archdiocese of New Orleans designates a special second collection to help support the medical and retirement expenses of our diocesan priests. This collection is scheduled for next weekend, May 11-12. Please see the letter from Archbishop Aymond on page 8 of this bulletin. No Childcare on Mother’s Day: May 12 Please note that childcare will not be offered on Mother’s Day, May 12. Violence Prevention Training: May 14

Violence prevention training is scheduled for Tues-day, May 14, 6:30 pm, in the Melancon Center. An overview of the St. Catherine of Siena violence pre-vention plan will be presented from 6:30-7 pm, and the Stop the Bleed program will follow from 7-8 pm. All ministry heads who have not yet been trained are required to attend. The presentation is open to any interested parishioners. If you plan to attend, please respond to cksumich@yahoo.com.

CYO Mass, Youth Night, and Dinner: May 19 All Junior High (6-7th grade) and High School (8-12th grade) students are invited to our monthly Youth Mass, Sunday, May 19, 5:30 pm, in the church. After Mass, all high school (8-12th grade) students are invited to the Youth Room for the monthly youth night and dinner from 6:30-8 pm. Please note: Due to Mother’s Day, CYO night has been moved to May 19. Sunday Morning Childcare Summer Hiatus: May 26 Sunday morning childcare will be offered through Sunday, May 26, and then will resume on Sunday, August 4.

Bus to Deacon Andrew’s Ordination: June 1 If you are interested in transportation to Dcn. Andrew's Ordination, please contact Debbie (267-9504) in the Church Office to sign up. The bus will be departing St. Catherine promptly at 8:15 am on June 1, 2019. The bus will drop off at Jackson Square. Return pick up instruc-tions will be given before we depart the bus. SCS Summer Camp: June 3-July 12 This year’s SCS Summer Camp will run from Monday, June 3, through Friday, July 12, from 9 am-3:15 pm, with Before Camp (7:30 am-8:45 am) and After Camp (3:30-5 pm) options available. Visit scschurch.com/summercamp for complete information. Date Change for Next Fellowship Sunday: June 9 Please mark your calendar and plan to attend next month’s Fellowship Sunday, which will take place on Sunday, June 9, after the 9 am Mass. This will be an opportunity to say farewell to Fr. Garrett O’Brien, whose last day at St. Catherine will be Sunday, June 16. Also, parishioners will have the opportunity to visit with Fr. David Frank, who will be celebrat-ing a Mass of Thanksgiving at 9 am. Coffee and doughnuts will be served. SAVE THE DATE for the St. Catherine of Siena Milestone Anniversary Celebration: June 22 Are you celebrating a Milestone Anniversary (5 years, 10 years, 15 years, etc.) during 2019? If so, come celebrate with us on Saturday, June 22, with a Renewal of Vows at the 4 pm Vigil Mass, followed by a mini-reception in the Barrett Complex for you and your family. To register or for any questions, contact Debbie Romagosa at debbie@scschurch.com or Nicole Allen at nstaranto@aol.com or 329-7181. In Sympathy Please pray for the repose of the soul of Jewel Yost Cappel, Jacqlyn Robuck, and Lynne Sausse Truxillo. Eternal rest grant unto Jewel, Jacqlyn, and Lynne, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.

April 27-28, 2019 General Collection $18,960.53 Weekly Electronic Giving $8,071.75 Poor Box $2,257.33 Catholic Home Missions Collection $4,180.46 Total Collection $33,470.07

Thank you for financially supporting the mission of St. Catherine Parish. We appreciate your generosity. 7% of the

weekly collection is used for missionary outreach.

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Saturday, May 4 Sunday, May 5 Monday, May 6 Tuesday, May 7 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C) 6:00 pm Usher Seafood Boil (CAF) 6:30 pm Wedding (C)

SVDP FOOD COLLECTION B Barrett Complex C Church CAF Cafeteria CR Conference Room G Gym MC Melancon Center R Rectory YR Youth Room S School OC Off Campus

7:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 8:30 am Childcare (MC) 9:00 am Sunday Mass (C) 9:00 am RCIA (CR) 10:00 am Baptism (C) 10:00 am Fellowship Sunday (C) 10:00 am PSR (S) 11:00 am Sunday Mass / Children’s Church (C) 12:15 pm Baptisms (C) 5:00 pm Men’s Club Basketball (G) 5:30 pm Sunday Mass /Troop 230 (C) 6:45 pm Troop 230 Court of Honor (B)

SVDP FOOD COLLECTION

8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 4:30 pm Parish Children’s Choir Practice (C) 6:00 pm Rosary for Healing (C) 6:00 pm Summer Camp Adult Staff Meeting (MC) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 6:30 pm LTMTP (MC) 6:30 pm Pack 230 Leaders (CAF) 7:00 pm KC Officers (CR)

8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am LTMTP (MC) 10:00 am Bible Study (MC) 5:15 pm Liturgy Committee (CR) 5:30 pm Legion of Mary (MC) 6:30 pm CYO Sports (G) 7:00 pm Baptismal Seminar (CR)

Wednesday, May 8 Thursday, May 9 Friday, May 10 Saturday, May 11 8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 9:30 am RAS Cleaning of the Church (C) 9:45 am Bible Study (MC) 10:00 am SVdP Food Distribution (MC) 6:45 am Bible Study (MC) 7:00 pm Performing Arts Night (B) 7:30 pm Familia (YR)

8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am Daily Mass (C) 10:00 am Early Childhood Prayer Service PreK3-K (C)

12:00 pm Crawfish Cook-off 3:00 pm Reconciliation (C) 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (C)

SECOND COLLECTION: DIOCESAN PRIEST RETIREMENT

TROOP 230 FOOD DRIVE

6:30 am Men of St. Joseph (MC) 8:15 am RAS Rosary (C) 8:30 am Reconciliation (C) 9:00 am School Mass 1st-7th (C) 10:00 am Bible Study (MC) 10:00 am Prime Timers (MC) 2:30 pm Brownie Troop 40061 (MC) 5:30 pm Reconciliation (C) 6:00 pm Daily Mass (C) 7:00 pm Co-op Installation (OC) 7:00 pm CYO With Wednesday (YR)

Weekly Calendar: May 4-11

Monday, July 29-Friday, August 2

$425 • Includes Food, Transportation, and All Activities

Register at scschurch.com/cyoevents!

Clergy Mass Schedule

May 6 9 am Fr. Garrett May 7 9 am Fr. Tim May 8 9 am Fr. Tim 6 pm Fr. Garrett May 9 9 am Fr. Tim May 10 9 am Fr. Garrett May 11 4 pm Fr. Tim May 12 7 am Fr. Garrett 9 am Fr. Tim 11 am Fr. Tim 5:30 pm Fr. Garrett

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Easter Flower Memorials

Thank you to all who made donations for this year’s Easter Flowers! In Memory of: Aguilar & Carias Deceased Family Members Mr. Alvin B. Andrieu, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Alvin B. Andrieu, Sr. Adele Antoine Gene Antoine Juan Arteaga Olivia Arteaga Lillian Aucoin Lena Aupied E. B. Avegno, Jr. Jennie Avegno John Baker Lucie Baker Elliott Baker E. S. Baldioceda R. M. Baldioceda Charles Barberito Alida Barbier Blake Bassil Bensel & Schaff Family Mrs. Sherré Biddle George & Honora Blakely Sarah Blanchard Harold & Helen Block Richard D. H. Block William & Gloria Block Agnes O. Borne Dee Boudreaux Jay Boudreaux Mr. & Mrs. Gustave J. Bourgeois, Sr. The Brasset Family Joseph Breaux, Jr. Babette C. C. Brierre Joyce (Strait) Brown Daniel J. Burke Family Beulah Cameron Edward Cameron Mr. & Mrs. Jesse C. Carlin Mr. John M. Carlin Marcelle Carter Anna Marie Catoir Clyde Catoir Joyce Catoir Casadaban Family Cassidy Family Mary Ruth & Irwin Caswell Louis Cetinich Kim Chatalain Edward C. Cheek

Mrs. Irene R. Chetta Mr. Nicholas Chetta, Jr. Trey & Rex Chetta Richard J. “Jack” Cook, Jr. Lisa Comarda Comfort & Hein Families George Connors Rafael Cornejo Sylvia Cornwell All Deceased Couvillion and Stacey Family Members Shirley Dagro Camille Daigre Jimmy Daigre Arlyne Daly Francis Daly Jane Daly D’Antoni, Giani, and Becuzzi Families D’Antoni and Robeau Families Catherine Deckelmann Joe Deckelmann, Jr. John M. DeLuca Joan Wood Demarest Rose Luke Demesia Earl Dendinger, Sr. Donald & Agnes Dessauer Diaz Family DiGiovanni/Breaux Family John P. Dowling Louise L. Dowling Marcel & Lucille Ducatel Scott Ducatel Spencer Ducatel Adam Durand Ruth Durand Nora Lee Eckert Virginia Ernst Ed & Helen Fagan Miskel & Isaac Fife Virgie Fitzpatrick Mr. & Mrs. Richard Flick Frank & Claire Ford Mr. & Mrs. Jay Fraychinaud Yvonne C. Fraychinaud Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Galino Ruffino “Boozie” Galino Mrs. Joseph Garon Mrs. Kenny Garon & Holly Philip Garon Mr. & Mrs. Charles Gerdes Herman Gleason, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Andrew J. Golden Mr. & Mrs. Victor J. Gondolf Manuel & Dolores Gonzalez Manuel & Gwendolyn Gonzalez George Goveas

Lawrence & Evelyn Gubler Meghan Gumbelevicius Karen Lynn Hartmann Mr. & Mrs. L. V. Hartmann, Sr. Patricia S. Hartmann Frank B. Hayne, III Frank B. Hayne, IV Louis Rex Hebert Helena Hennessy Mrs. R.R. Hitt Noellie H. Hnatyshyn “Chip” Huber Jack & Gen Huber John N. Hummel Marie E. Hummel Alexander P. Imphang Melvin J. Jung, Jr. Albert Kadlec Michael Kaes, Sr. Joseph & Bertha Kelly Mildred Kenny Margie Meisler Keyes Barbara Kieffer Bob & Margie Klemann Marian S. Knight Kopp/LeBouef Families Nicholas Kutz Alton A. Landry Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Landry Warren & Barbara Landry Anthony J. Latino, Husband & Father Marion Le Bon Josephine & Clarence Leche A. LeNormand C. J. LeNormand Ronald Levy Harold & Mildred Lindsay Irvin Lobell Mr. & Mrs. Reid Lobell John Luke Josephine N. Luke Mr. & Mrs. Edward Luman Ron Luman Frank Macera Vladimir Maly The Manguno Family David Marks Louis & Hilda Marks Pete & Buddy Marks Mrs. C. L. Martin Anthony & Gen Maurin John Thomas McGinnis Joseph C. McGinnis Mr. & Mrs. George Melancon Juliette & Constant Melancon Nelson Melancon Wanda & Cornel Melancon Francis Messina Celeste W. Miller Charles N. Miller, Sr. David B. Miller Frederick R. Miller Clarence Mitchell Marjorie Mitchell Joe Mole Leonila Monge Montgomery Family Sr. Imelda Moriarty Mary Morrill Robert Morrill Ashlie Moses Sharon Ellis Murray Mr. Bill E. Nagy Mark New Annie & Joseph Noto Fritz Oakes Millie Oakes Pauline Oddo Maureen O’Malley Richard O’Malley Ramon & Audrey Oriol Elaine Ovella Russell R. Ovella Ferdinand Oxmann, Jr. Michael Oxmann

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Easter Flower Memorials

A. J. Palermo Susan G. Perault Philibert Family Marie Rabalais Raymond J. Radetich John Randazza Janice Schilling Ritchie Preston, Emma, Louella Ritchie Mr. & Mrs. E.J. Rodriguez Mr. & Mrs. E.L. Rodriguez Fr. Peter V. Rogers, O.M.I. Mr. E.L. Rodriguez Elaine Romagosa Ferd Romagosa Charles Roth Frances Roth Robert D. C. Roth Joseph B. Roy, Jr. Joseph B. Roy, Sr. Raymond Roy Rosemary Roy Mrs. Margorie Ruli Aurelia R. Schlattmann William J. Schlattmann Rudolph and Frederica Schulze Mr. & Mrs. George Schwarz Melrose Schwarz The Sciambra, Daigle, and Cross Families, Loved Ones, and Hearts’ Desires Siragusa Family M. J. Skiffington Family Judson Smith Jennifer Sonnier Moina Spindel Mrs. Peggy Stacey Rita & Robert Stamm Barbara Steib Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd J. Steib Harold J. Steppe, Sr. Ray & May Steppe Rosemary & Miles Stevens, Jr. John & Cesla Swider Robert F. Talbot, Jr. P. J. Tamporello, Sr.

Vauda Tamporello Freddy Thomas Suzanne Thomas Roger & Helen Tianen Wayne Turner Darlene Varuso F. Vasterling Family Steve Ventura Ellis Vliet Adelaide Wartelle W. A. Webre Family Lilly D. & Herbert Whitfield Norman White Family Ann Wild John Wild Sandra Wilson In Honor of: Henry Dagro Carol D. Dienes Mr. & Mrs. Frank C. Newbern Mrs. Charlotte Rempel RCIA Group Bonnie S. Talbot Miles Trocquet In Memory of In Honor of: The Alexander Family The Hocke Family The Marino Family Wayne Pigford The Rivolo Family The Tambrallo Family Donated by: Mr. & Mrs. Henry J. Bienert Humberto & Maria Bohorquez Travis & Noreen Bonifacic Robert & Ginger Burns Roland & Margaret Chaisson

Mr. Lynn Compter Ms. Geralyn Deckelman Harvey & Eileen Dupuy Thomas Gennusa II Johnny & Joanne Harmon Ms Patricia Higginbotham Mr. & Mrs. Anand M. Irimpen Mr. Dana T. Jenkins Mr. & Mrs. Bryan L. Laiche Mr. & Mrs. Georges M. Legrand Mr. & Mrs. Ricky C. Loupe Lois Noble Mr. Earl V. Rohli Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Roig Steve & Cindy Roth Mr. & Mrs. Donald A. Scamardo Mr. & Mrs. Gregory N. Sossaman Ms. Catherine R. Spansel Mr. & Mrs. James A. Stuckey Elizabeth Vega Mr. & Mrs. Peter Vernaci Dianne Voltz Mr. & Mrs. Milton Wessing Ms. Loretta Whyte Elm & Judith Wood

The Annulment Process by Fr. Garrett O’Brien, JCL My previous two articles gave a glimpse of the scriptural foundations of Christian marriage and our development of laws which govern that sac-ramental covenant. Today I would like to give an overview of the pro-cess that is used by the Church to assess whether a marriage is invalid. The first point that needs to be made is that the Church presumes that an exchange of consent between two baptized people creates a valid sacramental bond. Because of this, it is important to address one of the most common concerns for those who approach the annulment process. Some have thought that when an annulment is granted, it will in effect render the children of that bond illegitimate in the eyes of the Church. I can say definitively, this is not so. Since the Church presumes marriages are valid, this means that any child born of such a marriage is consid-ered legitimate even if that marriage is later proven invalid. The annul-ment process has no effect on how the Church (or anyone else) should regard the children. Now, about the process for determining invalidity: it involves a judge (sometimes three), a defender, advocates, witnesses, the right of de-fense, and there is an appeal process. It sounds like a court procedure because it is! Since it is a juridical process, we can avoid arbitrariness and preserve justice toward God’s sacraments as well as toward all par-ties involved. It would be an offense against the sacred for a mere man to judge for nullity when, in reality, a sacrament exists. At the same time, it would not be just for two individuals to live as if bound by a marriage that, in fact, never came about. In pursuing justice, the Church outlines a process in four phases: the submission of the cause, the collection of evidence, the discussion, and the decision. For the person who seeks an annulment, his or her experi-ence of the process begins with the preparation of his or her case for submission. This is usually the most labor-intensive part. The person who submits the case (the petitioner) will write a narrative aided by a ques-tionnaire. It is so important to meet with a priest, deacon, or specialist for guidance before the narrative is started. The narrative is the story of personal history and the story of the marriage. In all honesty, writing the narrative can be one of the most challenging, but grace-filled, parts

of the process. Yes, it does require that the person revisit some painful parts of the past, but this is necessary in order for the Church, who is a loving mother, to listen and to understand the struggle. At the end, a great healing can result: the petitioner is no longer alone with these past memories. The Church helps the petitioner to sort out that rela-tionship and determine the real truth of the matter. After the petitioner collects the needed forms and documentation, the case is ready for submission. The other party to the marriage (the re-spondent) will be contacted by the officials in the tribunal. There is no requirement for the two parties to be in touch with one another direct-ly. In fact, even though the annulment process is a legal trial, the goal of the process is not to determine “guilt” in one party or another. In-stead, both parties and the canon lawyers involved are examining the marriage for invalidity. The respondent has the option whether to par-ticipate, and it is not necessarily an obstacle if the respondent chooses to not participate. After this, the judge determines what “ground” will be used as the basis for nullity. Then the witnesses are given a few weeks to contribute their testimony. Testimony of an expert witness often is needed for the exam-ination of psychological factors which may have been in place at the time of the consent. Before the case goes to the judge, the parties have the option to review the testimony and make additional comments. Next, a canonist writes a brief defending the validity of the bond, then the judge examines the case to determine whether it is morally certain that the marriage is invalid based on the selected ground. There is no way to know how long the process will take, but if all the documents are submitted in a timely fashion, the whole process can unfold in roughly 8–12 months. In sum, the annulment process is a time-tested way by which the Church shows her willingness to enter deeply into the lives of her children. The Church is willing to accompany all people, no matter the burdens they carry, so that they can fully enjoy the blessings of new life that Jesus has won for us. Fr. Tim and I stand ready to assist anyone who may have more questions. Anyone interested in hearing more is welcome to call me at the parish office or join me on Tuesday, May 14, 7-9 pm, in the Melancon Center. In the meantime, please find a way to reach out in love to someone dear to you who may have suffered division in his or her family. Please pray for healing; pray for strong families and marriages!

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Archdiocesan News God’s Special Children Mass: May 5 All are invited to attend a Very Special Mass for persons with special needs and their families and friends, on Sunday, May 5, 2 pm, at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, in Metairie. Refreshments will be served immediately after Mass. St. Francis Xavier Church is totally wheelchair accessible and has off-street parking. For more information, call Joy Zainey at 834-5865 or visit godsspecialchildren.org. French-American Friendship Concert: May 5 Organ works by Bach, Vierne, and Dupré will be performed by French organist Emmanuel Culcasi on Sunday, May 5, 3:30 pm, at St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans. The concert is free and open to the public. No reservations are required. New Orleans is one of four United States cities to host free, public, solidarity concerts to cele-brate the spiritual and cultural significance of Notre Dame de Paris in the world. Organized by the French Embassy in the United States and celebrating French-American friendship, each concert is being held at an American cathedral and is featuring a French organist. Dine at Atomic Burger and Help Hotel Hope: May 7 All are invited to dine at Atomic Burger, 3934 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, on Tuesday, May 7, 3-10 pm, when 20% of all dine-in and drive-through sales will benefit Hotel Hope. The event is being spon-sored by Advantage Medical Professionals. Series of Talks on the Holy Spirit: May 7 The Pentecostal Devotion to the Holy Spirit, a series of evenings featur-ing the Rosary and a reflection on the Holy Spirit in preparation for Pentecost, will be held at St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Avenue, New Orleans. The dates, topics, and featured speakers are Tuesday, May 7, “The Prophets” with Fr. Dennis Hayes; Monday, May 13, “The Incarnation” with Fr. James Wehner; Tuesday, May 21, “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit” with Fr. Jose Lavastida; Tuesday, May 28, “The Fruit of the Spirit” with Archbishop Gregory Aymond, and Tuesday, June 4, “The Forgiving of Sins” with Fr. John Restrepo, O.P. All evenings begin with recitation of the Rosary at 6 pm, followed by a reflection.

Mercy Morning of Prayer and Service: May 11 A morning of prayer, service, and reflection on Catholic social teaching principles and the corporal work of mercy, “When I was hungry you gave me some food…” (Mt. 25), has been planned for Saturday, May 11, 8 am-12:30 pm, at Second Harvest Food Bank, 700 Edwards Avenue, New Orleans. The Office of Evangelization and Second Harvest are collabo-rating on the morning, which is free of charge and limited to 25 partici-pants. Registration is necessary; visit https://fbgnoa.volunteerhub.com /lp/archdiocesenola/. Those taking part are required to wear closed toe shoes and advised to dress appropriately, as Second Harvest ware-house is cool. For more information, contact the Office of Evangeliza-tion, ddoyle@arch-no.org or 267-9650. Mass for Deceased Spouses: May 11 A Mass for deceased spouses will be celebrated on Saturday, May 11, 4 pm, at St. Philip Neri Church, 6500 Kawanee Avenue, Metairie. After the Mass those in attendance are invited to gather at 5:30 pm at New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood, 817 Veterans Boulevard (across from Dorignac’s). Guests are welcome. The event is sponsored by the Kenner-St. Philip Neri NAIM ministry (Carolyn at carolynpflug@gmail.com or 888-1835). Named after the widow of Naim whose son Jesus raised from the dead (Lk. 7:11-17), NAIM is a Catholic self-help organization for widows and widowers offering emotional support and spiritual and social activi-ties through regular monthly meetings, socials, and religious activities. Archdiocesan Mass for Vocations: May 12 The Archdiocese of New Orleans will celebrate the annual Mass for Vo-cations on Sunday, May 12, 11 am, at St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans. All priests, sisters, brothers, and deacons, and all lay faithful of the Archdiocese are cordially invited to attend.

Retreat on Omnipresent Holiness: May 17-19 Pope Francis’ document, Gaudete et Exsultate (March 19, 2018), re-minds us that holiness is in life’s immediate circumstances; in fact, it might be “right next door.” A May 17-19 weekend retreat for women will mine—dig out—the nuggets of the Pope’s insights and help partici-pants to realize that God is to be found in all things. The weekend will be offered at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center, 5500 St. Mary Street, Metairie. Visit retreats.arch-no.org or call 887-1420. Transitional Diaconate Ordination: May 18 On Saturday, May 18, at 10 am at St. Louis Cathedral, Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond will ordain Sylvester Ugbada Adoga, Luis Carlos Duarte González, Kesiena Dennis Obienu, Luis Carlos Valencia Osorio, and John Daniel Yike to the Transitional Diaconate for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. All are cordially invited to attend the ceremony. A reception at the Old Ursuline Convent will follow. Silent Directed Retreat for Women: June 3-7 A silent directed retreat for women is scheduled for Monday, June 3, 6 pm, to Friday, June 7, after breakfast. This is an invitation to come away for awhile and deepen your relationship with God. Each retreatant meets daily with a trained spiritual director, is given Scripture to pray with, and spends the rest of the day in silence, prayer, and rest. Through Scripture and reflection under the daily guidance of the spiritu-al director, the retreatant grows in awareness of God’s presence and action in her life. Retreat accommodations include a private room and meals. Register at asc.arch-no.org or call 861-3254. Beginning Experience Coping Program: June 5 Suddenly single again? Dreading being alone? Feeling the pain of having to go on with life but...everything has changed? Have you lost your spouse due to divorce, death, or separation? Having difficulty coping? Help is on the way. Beginning Experience Ministry under the Archdio-cese of New Orleans Office of Marriage and Family Life will begin a 10- week program, “Coping With Life Alone,” to help those struggling to cope with this loss. The Coping Program will begin on Wednesday, June 5, 7- 9 pm at St. Angela Merici's conference hall adjacent to the Church on 835 Melody St., Metairie. The cost will be $35. Call Bette Armentor at 339-7776 to register and for questions. Pope’s Message: World Day of Prayer for Vocations To access the Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 2019 World Day of Prayer for Vocations, visit worlddayofprayerforvoca-tions.com and click on “Read the Message.”

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, The Archdiocese is truly blessed by the service of many holy and dedicated priests, especially our retired priests, who have served our Archdiocese so faithfully. We currently have over 50 retired priests, many who continue to serve in our Archdiocese in many ways. The annual retirement collection on Good Shepherd Sunday, May 11-12, 2019, is used to support the medical and retirement expenses of these priests. Your participation in this collection is a way to say “thank you” to our retired Archdiocesan priests for their many years of service to us, the Church of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. I assure you that your sup-port will benefit the priests for many years to come. As you know, this observance is on Mother’s Day. As we thank God for our mothers, living and deceased, we can also give a gift to our spiritu-al fathers on that day. Please join me daily in prayer for vocations to the priesthood that others may follow in their footsteps to give their lives to be good shepherds in leading the flock of Christ. With gratitude for your generosity and wishing you God’s blessings in this Easter Season, I am Sincerely in Christ, Most Reverend Gregory M. Aymond Archbishop of New Orleans

Mercy Morning May 11 • 8a-12:30p

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Parish Contacts

Parish Staff Rev. Timothy Hedrick, J.C.L., Pastor frtim@scschurch.com, ext. 1501 Rev. Garrett O’Brien, J.C.L., Parochial Vicar frgarrett@scschurch.com, ext. 1502 Deacon Mike Coney dcnmike@scschurch.com, ext. 1521 Deacon Paul Hauck dcnpaul@scschurch.com, ext. 1522 Deacon Don Richard, ext. 1523 dcndon@scschurch.com Denise Allain, Financial Manager denise@scschurch.com, ext. 1503 Paula Atchley, Director of Religious Education paula@scschurch.com, ext. 1506 Charmaine Barberito, Financial Assistant cbarb@scschurch.com, ext. 1515 Mary Bielski, Director of Youth Ministry mary@scschurch.com, ext. 1510 Stephanie Dureau, Director of Music Ministry sdureau@bellsouth.net Mary Johnson, Receptionist / Bulletin Editor info@scschurch.com, ext. 1500 Kimberlie Kilroy, Principal kkilroy@scsgators.org, 831-1166 Joni Parent Maurer, Director of Evangelization joni@scschurch.com, ext. 1509 Raymond Nash, Custodian Kim Piraro, Rectory & Church Office Coordinator kim@scschurch.com, ext. 1512 Miranda Powell, Office Assistant miranda@scschurch.com, ext. 1509 Debbie Romagosa, Administrative Assistant debbie@scschurch.com, ext. 1504

Sacramental Preparation Baptism — Baptisms take place after 11 am Mass each weekend. Contact the parish office to sign up for a date and begin the preparation process. Confirmation — Confirmation will be celebrated for 11th and 12th graders in February. Classes begin in Sep-tember. Marriage — Please contact a priest at least 8 months before the wedding and before making arrangements. Anointing of the Sick — Upon request for the seriously ill, infirm, and those undergoing major surgery. Please contact the parish office when someone is home bound or hospitalized and in need of the sacrament. Funerals — Please contact a priest before making arrangements with the funeral home.

Joining our Parish Welcome to St. Catherine of Siena Parish! Anyone inter-ested in joining the parish, please fill out a gold regis-tration form located in the gathering area of the church and return it to the parish office.

Bulletin Deadline To be considered for publication, bulletin notices must be received in the parish office, via email, by noon of nine days before the Sunday for which the notice is intended.

Parish Ministry Contacts

Acts 29 Joni Parent Maurer 835-9343 joni@scschurch.com Adoration Chapel Mary Jeandron 887-3063 maryms777@aol.com Altar Servers Kerry Dominique 481-7691 SJEPKC@gmail.com Baptisms Marion Eigenbrod 267-9505 baptism@scschurch.com Bible Study Carol Rooney 460-0318 carolbrooney@aol.com Bereavement Ministry Becky Steppe 289-6636 rks45@outlook.com Boy Scouts Bryan Roser 722-7372 bryanroser@cox.net Childcare / Nursery Madylin Schneller 258-1949 mschneller@scsgators.org Children’s Liturgy Lucy Karam 318-542-5874 lkaram@iberiabank.com Confirmation (Teen) Paula Atchley 835-9343 paula@scschurch.com Confirmation (Adult) Jennifer Collins

Joni Parent Maurer 610-2728 494-3418 jenniferbabincollins@gmail.com

joni@scschurch.com Cub Scouts Girard Boineau

Yvette Lionnet 228-3632 309-0471 gboineau@windsorcourthotel.com

ylionnet77@gmail.com CYO Mary Bielski 835-9343 mary@scschurch.com Eucharistic Ministers Norman Romagosa 301-7149 njromagosa@hotmail.com Fair Sumer Simone 657-2197 scsfair@gmail.com FAMILIA Lori Lundgren 723-5170 pslundgren@cox.net Family Life Paul & Lil Hauck 834-2728 phauck14@gmail.com Feeding the Homeless Barbara Renaudin 833-1945 barbararenaudin@yahoo.com Fellowship Sunday Pat Higginbotham 835-8419 webhigg@cox.net Finance Council Charlie Giraud 343-2107 charles.a.giraud@outlook.com Girl Scouts Helen Fish 220-4744 helenfish@cox.net Grief Support Group Patricia Lawson 860-214-2681 paglawson@gmail.com Homebound Visitation Beth Gambel 427-5669 bethgambel@aol.com Hotel Hope Janet Meyers 343-1315 jsmeyers1@yahoo.com Knights of Columbus David Lynch 250-1185 davidlynchkc@cox.net K4J VBS Tram Jacobs 400-8726 vujacobs@cox.net Lectors Randi Robarts 905-6343 randirobarts@yahoo.com Legion of Mary Ken Krey 289-2465 kkrey345@cox.net Liturgy Committee Patricia Fitzpatrick 430-1136 pfitzpatrickrd@att.net Lord, Teach Me To Pray Karen Babbitt 837-1049 karenrbabbitt@gmail.com

Marriage Preparation Anand & Maya Irimpen 834-9269 airimpe@tulane.edu

Matthew 25 Sheryl Brown 833-4959 sadbrown111@gmail.com Meals on Wheels Mary Sue Battle 583-0955 marysuebattle@gmail.com

Men of St. Joseph Harry Hardin Don Engler

756-0822 908-2392

harry.hardin@hancockwhitney.com englerdon@hotmail.com

Men’s Club James Carter Jeff Lionnet

231-1970 908-3089 aabwholesale@yahoo.com

jlionnet1@gmail.com Music Ministry Stephanie Dureau 835-9343 sdureau@bellsouth.net Parish School of Religion Paula Atchley 835-9343 paula@scschurch.com Pastoral Council Les Nettleton 831-4890 lesn@bellsouth.net Prayer Line Carl Hellmers

Yvonne Hellmers 833-1197 chellmers@yahoo.com Prayer Teams Dcn. Mike Coney 835-9343 dcnmike@scschurch.com Prime Timers Judy Watts 828-4524 judywatts1@yahoo.com Prison Ministry Mark Truxillo 510-4563 m.mark.truxillo@gmail.com Radio Rosary Mickey Lacombe 432-8275 mllacombe@cox.net RCIA Kurt Garcia 957-7100 kurtgarciaRCIA@gmail.com Respect Life Committee Stephanie Hellmers 495-6964 Hellm3@aol.com Rosary Altar Society Donna Hummel 451-7456 donna.hummel@cox.net School Kimberlie Kilroy 831-1166 kkilroy@scsgators.org

School Co-op Jeni Tauzier Lori Wilken

940-7633 583-7598

jtauzier@yahoo.com lfwilken@gmail.com

St. Vincent de Paul Karen Haydel 267-9507 svdp@scschurch.com Summer Camp Matt Orillion 831-2688 camp@scschurch.com Ushers Georges Legrand 583-9425 glegrand@mblb.com Violence Prevention Christi Sumich 909-2394 cksumich@yahoo.com

Vocation Committee Leslie Baudry Rich Baudry 442-7013

931-0271 leslie@baudrytherapy.com rich@baudrytherapy.com

Wedding Coordinator Jeanie Favret 583-3438 favretc0@aol.com Women’s Club Michelle Guillot 451-0178 michelleguillot@cox.net