March 24, 2013/24 de Marzo 2013

“… Welcome the stranger, serve the poor, free the oppressed, speak out for justice, and love one another.”

Served by the Passionist Community

Founded in 1954

Parish Information

MASSES Sunday: 7:00am (Espan ol), 10:00am (English) 1:00pm (Espan ol) Monday - Friday: 7:30am Wednesday: 7:30am Communion Service Saturday: 9:00am Communion Service Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:30pm (English)

Eucharistic Adoration First Friday Mass: 12:00 noon. (followed by Exposition) Divine Mercy Chaplet: 3:00pm Benediction: 8:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 4:00pm (or contact the office for an appt.) Sacrament of Baptism First and Third Sundays (except during Lent) Preparation Class: 2nd Saturdays of each month. Contact the office for information. Sacrament of Matrimony Contact the Pastor at least six months before setting a date. Anointing and Visitation of the Sick Contact the Pastor or the Parochial Vicar Adult Faith Enrichment Bible Study: Thursdays, 3:00pm Prayer Group: Tuesdays, 6:00pm

Opening Our Hearts to Christ and to the World Abriendo Nuestros Corazones a Cristo y al Mundo

Phone: 404-696-6704 Fax: 404-696-4735

Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

After Hours/Emergency Line: 304-280-3588

Email: stpaulofthecrossatl@gmail.com Website: saintpaulofthecross.org

St-Paul-of-the-Cross-Catholic-Church Follow@SaintPaulATL

Pastoral Staff Rev. Fr. Jerome McKenna, C.P., Pastor

Rev. Fr. Alberto Cabrera, C.P., Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. Hilliard M. Lee, Jr., Deacon Rev. Mr. Joseph Goolsby, Deacon Rev. Mr. George Smith, Deacon

May 22, 2016

The Most Holy Trinity

… The Spirit of Truth will Guide You to All

the Truth.” John 16:13

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HOLY TRINITY MAY 22ND 2016

THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

HOLY TRINITY - Sunday, May 22, 2016 9:00a and 11:00a Choir Rehearsal - MR1 * 11:30a Youth And Children Religious Edu. - School 11:30a SVDP Society Meeting - Spiritual Center Monday, May 23 2:00p Legion of Mary - MR1 7:30p-9p English Classes - School 7:30p Marriage Preparation (Spanish) -Fr. Alberto’s Office Tuesday, May 24 2:00p Stewardship Committee - MR1 6:00p English Prayer Group - Chapel 7:30p Hispanic Bible Study - Spiritual Center Wednesday, May 25 7:00p Adult Religious Education Online—Interactive 7:30p Spanish Mass - SC Chapel

:00p Bible Study - Spiritual Center 6:00p KPCLA 301 Monthly Meeting - Spiritual Center 7:00p YAM - Spiritual Center 7:00p Hispanic Choir Rehearsal - Church Friday, May 27 6:30p Hispanic Prayer Group - Church 7:00p Spanish Mass - Church Saturday, May 28 10:00a Christian Service Comm. - MR1 1:00p First Communion Mass - Church 2:00p The Adult Male Quartet Rehearsal - MR1

*MR1=Meeting Room 1

Stewardship

May 22-28 , 2016 Sunday, 10:00 am: People of the Parish

Saturday, 9:00 am: Communion Service

May 15, 2016: $5,678.00 Needed: $12,000.00 (Including Mail-in Contributions) Offertory $4,808.00 Children’s Religious Education $50.00 Feast of the Ascension $23.00 Catholic Communications $10.00 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN GOAL $900,000.00 Pledges Received $626,699.00 Parishioner Sacrificial Contributions: December, 2015 $11,120.00 January, 2016 $13,272.00 January Hispanic Food Sales $525.00 February, 2016 $365.00 February Hispanic Food Sales $615.00 March, 2016 $4,470.00 March Hispanic Food Sales $495.00 April 4, 2016 $8,288.00 April Hispanic Food Sales $1,010.00 Youth Ministry Hot Chocolate Sales $50.00 Non-parishioner Contributions: $3,300.00 May 1, 2016 $2,200.00 May 8, 2016 $1,958.00 May 15, 2016 $1,525.00 Sacrificial Contributions Sub-total to date: $49,190.00 Total Payments Received to Date: $568,920.80

Capital Campaign Payments may be made up to the end of June, 2016

The Pastor’s Corner

Our Condolences to...

The Family of Mr. James Cooper, who passed from this world on Monday, May 16th. His funeral Mass will take

place at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church on Monday May 23rd at 11am.

For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who

believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. — John 3:16

My dear Parishioners,

Every time we enter the church we bless ourselves “In the

name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit;”

words and action that can become so commonplace that we

may forget their true significance. Today, Trinity Sunday, is

a good time to reflect on the reality of our lives, the true

meaning of our calling. Blessing ourselves in the name of

the Blessed Trinity signifies a relationship—that of the

Three Persons in one God with one another and also the re-

lationship we have with those Three Persons in the one God.

Catholics have traditionally attributed a specific manner by

which we relate to each Divine Person. We relate to the

Father as our Creator; to the Son, as our Savior; to The Holy

Spirit as our Sanctifier. To think about that is both bewilder-

ing and mind boggling. The God who is in so many ways a

mystery but who has revealed himself to us as Love reaches

out to embrace us and draw us ever more intimately into that

divine swirl of self-giving that we may call “communion.”

By creating us, God claims us as God’s own; by saving us,

God rescues us from our worst selves; and by sanctifying us,

God secures us within that divine embrace.

When I bless myself “In the name of the Father and of the

Son and of the Holy Spirit,” I am acknowledging that I am

not my own person but God’s. Frightening? Yes! Awe-

some? Absolutely! How could I ever experience greater

security in this life or in the next?

— Fr. Jerome, C.P.

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HOLY TRINITY MAY 22ND 2016

Parish News and Other Events Celebrating Our Graduates: Today is the last day to complete and hand

. Please return the completed forms to Glenda Jones, or an usher. High School graduates

who plan to attend college in 2016,please see the book award Table. Day of Reflection and Adoration at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church: St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church invites you to a one day retreat of reflection and adoration called, “Precious Lamb. Infant Shepherd” on Saturday, May 28, 2016 from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. , Ph.D., an ordained priest of the Diocese of San Diego. Please bring your bible and rosary. For additional information, please e-mail mburroug@bellsouth.net or call Susan Burroughs 404.794.2185. GOD IS MERCIFUL! Come away to Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center for a weekend retreat. Encounter our Merciful God, who will speak to you in the quiet and draw you to drink from the well-spring of life. Summer 2016 Weekend Retreats include: June 10-12 (Women Only) *July 8-10 * July 22-24 * July 29-31 *Aug 5-7 * Aug 11-14. Information and Registration by Website www.ignatiushouse.org Phone 404.255.0503.

Our Parish Staff

Coming Events: May 29: Corpus Christi —the Body and Blood of Christ May 30: Memorial Day—Mass for Deceased Veterans-9am June 3: Most Sacred Heart - First Friday June 3-4: Eucharistic Congress June 12: Graduation Sunday June 19: Father’s Day—Dedication of our New Wing June 29: Saints Peter and Paul July 4: Independence Day July 17: Father Jerome 65th Anniversary of Profession

Ms. Patricia Elguera, Administrative Assistant Ms. Alison Mason, Adult Faith Formation Ms. Veronica Hodges-Johnson, Religious Education Ms. Kristi Crawford, Youth Ministry Dr. Lawrence Weaver, Music Director Dr. Gregory Nash, Music Associate Mr. Elmer Cortez, Bookkeeper Mr. Eric Mannings, Facilities Manager Mr. Edgardo Rubio, Custodian

Our Sick, Homebound, Recovering And Hospitalized

CHURCH ETIQUETTE

Children in Church II: Because of church and insurance

regulations about their safety and protection, children should

never be permitted to wander from their parents in or around

church facilities. They should always be with their parents or

an older member of the family. Young children should never

go outside the church building unaccompanied nor should

children under ten years of age go to the restrooms unless

accompanied by a parent or older adult. Ushers and Ministers

of Hospitality should insist that this regulation be observed.

wellbeing of minors is not a priority in our society. We must

every precaution to assure the safety of all our children.

A Day to Rejoice and Give Thanks! Jesus shows his love for you by coming to

you in Holy Communion.

Congratulations and Prayers to all the children and youth who will receive the

First Communion this Saturday, May 28th at 1:00pm at Saint Paul of the Cross.

I am the vine, you are the branches.

Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do

nothing. - John 15:5

The Eucharistic Congress (EC) is around the corner

have a smart phone text ATLEC2016 to 88202 to download “myParish” then search ATL in the

forward to get together there and celebrate the visible, living presence of Jesus. More about the Eucharistic Congress…

Eucharistic Congress T-shirts Pre-paid orders will be taken after Masses this weekend. T-shirts will be available for sale next weekend. The cost is $6.50 for most sizes ($7.50 for XXL and $8.00 for 3XL). For more information, contact: Darice Gamble 770.460.9656 or darice3@comcast.net

LA SANTÍSIMA TRINIDAD 22 DE MAYO, 2016

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¡Bienvenidos a San Pablo de la Cruz!

Santa Misa en Español: Domingos, 7 a.m. y 1 p.m. Horas de Oficina: Lunes - Jueves, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. P. Alberto Cabrera, CP.: 347-819-5968 Numero de Teléfono (Oficina): 404-696-6704 Numero de Teléfono (Emergencia): 347-819-5968

Lectores: Edith y Enrique Wences Ministros de la Eucaristía: Luz y José Luis Zavála - Alma Robles - Zeno n Barraga n Guías: Roberto González, Juan Pacheco, Antonia Pacheco, Vero nica Cruz y Enrique Wences Monaguillos: Brigny Cruz - Angel Ozuna

FESTIVIDAD DE LA SANTISIMA TRINIDAD

Una Semana despue s de haber celebrado la Solemnidad de Pentecoste s, hoy celebramos la Solemnidad de la Santí sima Trinidad, en la que damos gracias al Padre creador, al Hijo redentor y al Espíritu Santo defensor. Al reflexionar sobre esta realidad trinitaria deseamos que nuestra vida este llena de esta comunio n de amor de la Trinidad Divina y nos ame-mos todos fraternalmente. La Palabra de Dios. 1. Proverbios 8, 22-31: nos habla de la Sabiduría de Dios que se hace presente en el mundo y en el camino de la huma-nidad. Los cristianos vemos en estas palabras como un anun-cio del Verbo hecho hombre. El Verbo Encarnado nacido de Marí a Virgen por obra de Dios Espí ritu Santo. 2. San Pablo en su carta a los Romanos 5, 1-5: nos habla del Dios presente entre nosotros por Jesucristo y por el Espí ri-tu. La santí sima Trinidad llena con su amor nuestras vidas. Por eso, podemos decir que estamos en paz con Dios, gracias a Cristo, por el amor que el Espí ritu Santo derrama en nuestros corazones. 3. Finalmente, San Juan 16, 12-15: El texto pertenece al tes-tamento espiritual de Jesu s o “Sermo n de la Cena”. En la ví spe-ra de su muerte, Jesu s se despide de sus discí pulos y les anun-cia por quinta y u ltima vez, la venida del Para clito. Durante el tiempo en que han estado junto a Jesu s les ha transmitido to-do el mensaje evange lico. Así lo ha afirmado e l mismo poco antes: “Desde ahora os llamo amigos por que os he dado a co-nocer todo lo que he oído a mi Padre.” Sin embargo, toda-ví a les falta profundizar en su riqueza insondable. Todaví a no esta n preparados para “cargar” con todo el mensaje. No po-drí an soportarlo. Por eso, Jesu s no se quiere marchar sin de-jarles otro maestro que les siga instruyendo y acompan ando. A ese maestro le llama “el Espí ritu de la Verdad”, encargado de guiarles en el camino hacia la verdad plena, es decir, hacia el conocimiento personal y vital de Cristo, de su persona, obra y mensaje, pues en el evangelio de Juan, la Verdad es Cristo. Es importante, mis Hermanos, que cada uno haga el esfuerzo de profundizar en este gran Misterio de la Trinidad y con la gracia de Dios poder comprender que es en la unidad y el amor de Cristo como iremos creciendo espiritualmente y vi-viendo el gran misterio de la unidad en la diversidad en nues-tra vida comunitaria. Formamos el Cuerpo de Cristo. Somos uno en Cristo.

P. Alberto, C.P.

El Congreso Eucarístico está a la vuelta de la esquina.

Si no obtuvo la hoja informativa del Congreso que venía en el

Boletín de la semana pasada vaya a: saintpaulofthecross.org y

haga clic en "Events". Además, si usted tiene un teléfono inte-

ligente, envíe el texto ATLEC2016 al 88202 para descargar

"myParish" y busque ATL en la aplicación y manténgase sin-

tonizado con el horario de los eventos, notificaciones, las lec-

turas diarias y mucho más durante el Congreso Eucarístico.

Como todos los años, estamos ansiosos de reunirnos todos en

el Congreso y celebrar la presencia visible y viva de Jesús.

Mas sobre el Congreso Eucarístico...

Se estarán tomando pre-ordenes

de Playera/Camisetas del Con-

greso Eucarístico después de las

Misas de este fin de semana. Las

playeras/camisetas estarán disponibles

a la venta el próximo fin de semana. El

costo es de $ 6.50

($ 7.50 para XXL

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Cortesía y Comportamiento en La Iglesia

Los Niños en la Iglesia (parte II): Debido a la iglesia y las

pólizas de los seguros sobre la seguridad y protección, los

niños no deben alejarse de sus padres o andar solos alrededor

de las instalaciones de la iglesia. Siempre deben estar con

sus padres o un miembro mayor de la familia. Los niños

pequeños nunca deben salir fuera de la iglesia sin compañía,

así mismo; los niños menores de diez años de edad deben ir

a los baños acompañados por su padre/madre o un adulto

mayor. Ujieres y Ministros de la Hospitalidad deben insistir

en que se observe esta regulación. Por desgracia, vivimos en

una época en que la seguridad y el bienestar de los menores

no es una prioridad en nuestra sociedad. Debemos hacer

nuestro mejor esfuerzo como comunidad cristiana tomando

todas las precauciones que garanticen la seguridad de todos

nuestros niños.