Sunday, September 12th - The Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
CHEERS: A MESSAGE FROM OUR PASTOR
Fr. Bill is still enjoying his vacation. He will returning on Sunday, September 12th at all the Masses. In the meantime, enjoy the message below from Deacon Tom Roberts.
Deacon Tom will also be giving the homilies at all the Masses this weekend. If you have not yet met Deacon Tom, stop by after Mass and introduce yourself. Have a blessed week!
NEWS FROM THE PARISH
Parish Programs:
Many of our parish programs are returning this week including faith formation for all ages. Meetings throughout the week are in full swing. And, we continue to have a full Mass schedule.
With all this in mind, please continue to wear a mask while indoors and on property at Holy Spirit. While the Covid numbers seem to be increasing, we can do our part to prevent the spread of this virus. Thank you!
RCIA Begins this Week!
Our RCIA Program begins on Monday, September 13th at 7pm in the Upper Room. See the full information below. RCIA is for all those adults 18 and over and out of high school who are seeking initiation into the Catholic faith.
We will continue to live-stream our 4pm Mass for those who wish to continue watching Mass at home on YouTube/Holy Spirit Las Vegas; or through Facebook/HolySpiritRCLasVegas.
Do you need a prayer? Would you like to pray for someone? You can reply directly to this email (which will create a private comment) or click the 'Reply' button to leave a public comment.
We are united to one another through our prayer. We are praying for you. You are not alone.
RCIA AT HOLY SPIRIT!
Are you wanting to become Catholic? Do you know someone who is interested in becoming Catholic? Are you already Catholic, but have never been confirmed? Then the RCIA process is for you! The first Introductory Session is scheduled for:
Monday, September 13, at 7:00 p.m. in The Upper Room.
First-4-Month Calendar for the RCIA process: for all three groups listed:
All sessions will be on
Mondays in The
Upper Room from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Text Book to be given at September 13 Session: “A Well-Built Faith”
FALL RCIA CALENDAR
September 13: "Introduction to the RCIA Process: Important First Meeting"
September 20: "Laying a Firm Foundation: Transmitting Faith"
September 27: "Assembly Construction: Human Desire, Revelation & Faith"
October 4: "Who’s the Boss: Scripture and Tradition"
October 11: Columbus Day: No Session
October 18: "Using Brand-Name Equipment: The Trinity"
October 25: "The Bulldozer: Sin, Salvation, and the Cross of Jesus"
WHAT IS RCIA?
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops describes the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults as a process in which participants "undergo…conversion as they study the Gospel, profess faith in Jesus and the Catholic Church, and receive the sacraments…The RCIA process follows the ancient practice of the Church and was restored by the Second Vatican Council as the normal way adults prepare for baptism."
Likewise, the language used in the RCIA process is that of the early Church formation programs.
Catechumens are those non-baptized adults or older children (7 years or older) who are seeking full initiation into the Catholic Church through all of the Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. During this process, which is marked by regular ritual acts, participants are introduced to the liturgy, the teachings, and the life of the Catholic Church.
Candidates are adults or older children (7 years or older) who were baptized in another Christian denomination but are seeking initiation into the Catholic Church through Eucharist and Confirmation. There are some persons who were actually baptized as Roman Catholics, but have little, if any, upbringing in the Catholic faith; these can also be considered as Candidates wishing to receive the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. Those who are to become Candidates, that is, those who are already baptized in another Christian denomination are NOT re-baptized; they are asked to furnish a copy of their baptismal certificate. If this certificate cannot be located, an affidavit from parents, godparents or others who witnessed the baptism will suffice.
Confirmandi are adults (high school or older) who are already baptized Roman Catholics, but who have not yet been confirmed (and perhaps not yet received First Holy Communion). Teens in high school years attend classes under the direction of Louie Latina, our Director of Youth Ministry. All other teens (out of high school) and adults attend classes with the Catechumens and Candidates.
DIOCESAN CONFERENCE: RISE!
Our Annual Diocesan Conference at the Orleans Hotel Conference Center is scheduled IN-PERSON this year on September 17th and 18th. The hotel staff and our Conference organizers will follow all required safety protocols for social distancing, sanitizing and wearing masks.
RISE! is the theme for this Conference. We recall familiar stories in scripture where Jesus tells the person healed to, ‘Rise!’ or ‘Take up your mat and walk.’ or ‘Come out!’ Each person is restored to their rightful place in society. Each is called to witness to Jesus as Son of God and Savior of the World! We, too, are called to witness to Jesus as a community of faith and as baptized members of the Body of Christ in the Catholic Church.
REGISTRATION OPEN NOW
GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT
Check out our 35% Off Sale taking place now!
Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Advent & Christmas items coming soon!
Gift Shop Hours:
Open after all weekend liturgies and
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8am - 12pm
Tuesday & Thursday 8am - 4pm
Saturdays 8am -12pm
Saturdays 8am -12pm
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF SEPTEMBER 11th
The following is a prayer from Pope Benedict XVI that he prayed when he visited ground zero in 2008.
O God of love, compassion, and healing,
look on us, people of many different faiths and traditions,
who gather today at this site,
the scene of incredible violence and pain.
look on us, people of many different faiths and traditions,
who gather today at this site,
the scene of incredible violence and pain.
We ask you in your goodness
to give eternal light and peace
to all who died here—
the heroic first-responders:
our fire fighters, police officers,
emergency service workers, and Port Authority personnel,
along with all the innocent men and women
who were victims of this tragedy
simply because their work or service
brought them here on September 11, 2001.
to give eternal light and peace
to all who died here—
the heroic first-responders:
our fire fighters, police officers,
emergency service workers, and Port Authority personnel,
along with all the innocent men and women
who were victims of this tragedy
simply because their work or service
brought them here on September 11, 2001.
ask you, in your compassion
to bring healing to those
who, because of their presence here that day,
suffer from injuries and illness.
Heal, too, the pain of still-grieving families
and all who lost loved ones in this tragedy.
Give them strength to continue their lives with courage and hope.
to bring healing to those
who, because of their presence here that day,
suffer from injuries and illness.
Heal, too, the pain of still-grieving families
and all who lost loved ones in this tragedy.
Give them strength to continue their lives with courage and hope.
We are mindful as well
of those who suffered death, injury, and loss
on the same day at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Our hearts are one with theirs
as our prayer embraces their pain and suffering.
of those who suffered death, injury, and loss
on the same day at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Our hearts are one with theirs
as our prayer embraces their pain and suffering.
God of peace, bring your peace to our violent world:
peace in the hearts of all men and women
and peace among the nations of the earth.
Turn to your way of love
those whose hearts and minds
are consumed with hatred.
peace in the hearts of all men and women
and peace among the nations of the earth.
Turn to your way of love
those whose hearts and minds
are consumed with hatred.
God of understanding,
overwhelmed by the magnitude of this tragedy,
we seek your light and guidance
as we confront such terrible events.
overwhelmed by the magnitude of this tragedy,
we seek your light and guidance
as we confront such terrible events.
Grant that those whose lives were spared
may live so that the lives lost here
may not have been lost in vain.
Comfort and console us,
strengthen us in hope,
and give us the wisdom and courage
to work tirelessly for a world
where true peace and love reign
among nations and in the hearts of all.
may live so that the lives lost here
may not have been lost in vain.
Comfort and console us,
strengthen us in hope,
and give us the wisdom and courage
to work tirelessly for a world
where true peace and love reign
among nations and in the hearts of all.
MOMENT OF THE WEEK
Mary's Birthday Celebration! This past week, we celebrated the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (September 8th). This date is exactly 9 months from the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (which is on December 8th) and celebrates Mary's conception in her mothers womb without the stain of original sin. The Knights of Columbus, along with some members of the choir, said a Rosary in front of our own Our Lady of the Pentecost to commemorate this wonderful feast day. Happy Birthday Mary!
YOUR OPINION MATTERS
What kind of things can you do to bring a smile to anyone’s face (your favorite one)?
Give a compliment
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Hold the door for them
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Wish them a good day
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Buy them a coffee
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Smile at them
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Give them a hug
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Feel free to write additional suggestions, comments or questions in the comments section. Last weeks #1 Answer to the question, 'What is one thing you are looking forward to in September?' 'Cooler Temperatures'
GOSPEL REFLECTION QUESTIONS
Read the Readings from this Sunday, the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Isaiah 50:5-9a; Psalm 116:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9; James 2:14-18; Mark 8:27-35
Use the following discussion/reflection questions in your families, with your spouse, your friends, or even as personal journal questions:
1. In your own words, what would the Lord’s help look like today? How can we better receive the Lord’s help?
2. In what ways do you share the Gospel message with those around you?
3. Do you tend to share the Good News with people you know or strangers? Who is it easier to share the Gospel with? Why?
4. What keeps you from sharing the Gospel? How can you overcome these obstacles or fears? How can we help each other live fearlessly for the Lord?
WEEKLY WORSHIP
There's nothing worth more, that will ever come close
No thing can compare, You're our living hope
Your Presence Lord
I've tasted and seen, of the sweetest of loves
Where my heart becomes free, and my shame is undone
In Your Presence Lord
Holy Spirit You are welcome here
Come flood this place and fill the atmosphere
Your Glory God is what our hearts long for
To be overcome by Your Presence Lord
Let us become more aware of Your Presence
Let us experience the Glory of Your Goodness
Let us become more aware of Your Presence
Let us experience the Glory of Your Goodness Lord
Writers: Bryan & Katie Torwalt
ANGEL TREE 2020
November 28th - December 13th
This year’s Angel Tree project will be a little different. As you are aware several things are different from prior years: We are practicing social distancing and many schools have not reopened. Many families are without jobs through no fault of their own. The agencies are at a disadvantage since they must use fewer volunteers to assist in their Christmas gift giving programs. We are limited in space for storage and the number of volunteers we can use at one time. Therefore, we are asking everyone to try something new this year…
After all the Masses on the weekend of November 21st & 22nd, volunteers will be handing out a special Angel tag as you leave Mass. Please consider taking one or two to help a child in need this Christmas. If you are unable to attend Mass and watch virtually, we have inserted an Angel tag in the bulletin that you can print, cut out and attach to your stocking. We will also leave some Angels in a basket in the gathering space of the church if you attend morning Mass during the week.
Here is what we are asking:
Please purchase a 16”-18” Christmas stocking and a Target, Walmart, Visa, etc. gift card (minimum $25). Please be sure to write the amount of your gift card somewhere on the card. You may choose the age and gender (newborn - teenagers) of your Angel just be sure to write that information on the back of the Angel. Put the gift card in the stocking and fill the rest of the stocking with little fun items you think your Angel would enjoy receiving. For many children this might be the only gift they will receive this year. After you have purchased the items and filled your stocking attach your Angel tag to the stocking and follow the directions on the back of the Angel tag. It is important that you give your stocking to one of the volunteers either on Wednesdays or on the weekend before all the Masses.
If you are unable to shop or would like us to shop for you, please put your donation (checks payable to Holy Spirit) in an envelope and label it “Angel Tree”. You can also go online to our website www.holyspiritlv.org, go to “Give On Line” and select “Angel Tree. Donations in the Poor Box will also assist with this project.
Thank you for rising to this new challenge and making this Christmas special for many deserving children. God bless you!
SOAR Registration for 2021 / 2022 is OPEN but will close September 20.
Click the link below and register for the appropriate grade level and formation level for each child. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email annaf@holyspiritlv.org
Family Faith Formation acting as Early Faith Formation, Sacramental Preparation Year 1 and Continuing Faith Formation (this is predominantly home-based)
Blessed acting as Sacramental Preparation Year 2 (in-person classes)
Journey of Faith for those 7 years or older, who desire Baptism and Full Initiation into the Catholic Church (in-person classes)
Family Faith Formation acting as Early Faith Formation, Sacramental Preparation Year 1 and Continuing Faith Formation (this is predominantly home-based)
Blessed acting as Sacramental Preparation Year 2 (in-person classes)
Journey of Faith for those 7 years or older, who desire Baptism and Full Initiation into the Catholic Church (in-person classes)
Edge is a Catholic middle school ministry aimed to present the truths of the Catholic faith in a hands-on and relevant format. The format of the Edge program is designed to meet the spiritual, physical, emotional, educational, and social needs of your middle school youth. At Holy Spirit, the Edge program is for those in the sixth, seventh, and eighth grades.
Confirmation at Holy Spirit is a 2-year program in which teens can enter as early as 9th grade. Year 1 is called the "EVANGELIZATION YEAR" and Year 2 is called the "TRANSFORMATION YEAR". We do ask that families are registered Parishioners at Holy Spirit. By registering for a Confirmation at Holy Spirit, you will also become a registered parishioner.
OUR COMMUNITY
Below is information about Holy Spirit! Access the information by clicking on the links below. If, for any reason, you cannot find what you are looking for, please call our office 702-459-7778
OUR MINISTRIES
Below is information about some of our ministries and groups at Holy Spirit. Access this information by clicking on the links below. For additional information, please call our office 702-459-7778
WAYS TO GIVE
IN PERSON: Drop it off at the office or Use the kiosk in the lobby of the Church
AT MASS: Put it in the collection basket at the altar steps when you attend Mass
MAIL: Send it through the mail (5830 Mesa Park Drive, LV, NV 89135)
ONLINE: Use our on-line e-tithing system (www.holyspiritlv.org); click “On-line Giving”
BY PHONE: Text "Assist" to (702)500-1938
Thank you for your generosity to Your parish!