May 6 Weekly News
Living Rosary dedicated to St. Joseph, Saturday May 7, after the 4 PM Mass
Mother’s Day Breakfast, May 8, after all Masses. Start Mom’s special day off right by taking her to breakfast at St. Mary’s on Mother’s Day. The Knights will be serving breakfast after each Mass in the Parish Hall. The menu includes fried bread, sausage, home fries, scrambled eggs, juice, coffee, or tea. After breakfast, each Mother will receive a marigold as she leaves. We look forward to serving you.
Blood Drive, Thursday, May 12, 1-6 PM, Parish Center. Anyone wishing to donate MUST schedule an appointment. Please sign up on the Red Cross website at RedCrossblood.org or call Darlene at 410-404-8583 and leave a message. Masks must be worn at all times during your donation.
Our Daily Bread Casserole Pan Distribution, May 7-8 after Masses while supplies last. Return frozen casseroles to the Parish Freezer by May 15.
Pray for Our Beloved Dead
Otto Weber Sr., husband of Betsy
John Bochnowicz brother of Janet Endres
James Bohdel, Sr. father of Diane Plummer
Betty Shaffer, aunt of Barbara Sadler and Jim Poole.
Around the Parish
Parish Calendar - May 6-15
Saturday, May 7, 2022
4:00 Mass......Casserole Pan distribution
5:00 p.m............................ Living Rosary
Sunday, May 8, 2022
All Masses.....Casserole Pan distribution
After all Masses.. Mothers Day Breakfast
Monday, May 9, 2022
4:00 Mass......Casserole Pan distribution
5:00 p.m............................ Living Rosary
Sunday, May 8, 2022
All Masses.....Casserole Pan distribution
After all Masses.. Mothers Day Breakfast
Monday, May 9, 2022
10:00 a.m.............................. Belles Mtg
6:00 p.m................... 1st Eucharist Prep
7:00 p.m................ Knights of Columbus
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
7:00 p.m.......................... Parish Council
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
5:00 p.m.................................... R.C.I.A.
7:00 p.m............................. Cont. Music
Thursday, May 12, 2022
1:00 p.m.............................. Blood Drive
7:00 p.m........................................ Choir
Saturday, May 14, 2022
9:00 a.m............... 1st Eucharist Retreat
Confirmation Retreat
Sunday, May 15, 2022
Confirmation Retreat
5:00 p.m................................ Boy Scouts
Upcoming Events
May 21 - First Eucharist
May 21 - First Eucharist
May 30 - Memorial Day Mass
June 5 - Confirmation, 11:30 Mass
June 7 - Adoration & Talk: Together in Jesus...Nurturing a Child's Understanding of the Eucharist
June 5 - Confirmation, 11:30 Mass
June 7 - Adoration & Talk: Together in Jesus...Nurturing a Child's Understanding of the Eucharist
June 27-July 1 - Vacation Bible School
"The St. Joseph Icon"
The Knights of Columbus Mason Dixon Council of St. Mary's Pylesville, invite you to see this Icon displayed to Spread devotion to St. Joseph and to pray for the courage to stand up and carry out our mission of protecting, defending, and raising future generations in our church.
Join the the Knights to pray the Living Rosary dedicated to St. Joseph on Saturday, May 7 after the 4:00pm Mass in the church.
Registration is open for Vacation Bible School! VBS June 27-July 1, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, St. Mary's Parish Center. Please return all completed Registration/Permission/Waiver forms to:St. Mary’s VBS, 1021 St. Mary’s Road, Pylesville, MD 21132, Or return via email to Kdietz@stmaryspylesville.org
Blood Drive, Thursday, May 12, 1-6 PM, Parish Center. The American Red Cross and the North Harford Interfaith Community are again be hosting a blood drive at St. Mary’s Church. The critical need for all blood types continues, especially Type O, for babies, patients who are currently undergoing treatment for an illness or experience a medical emergency. Blood supplies continue to remain low due to the pandemic.
Anyone wishing to donate MUST schedule an appointment. To schedule a time, please log-in on the Red Cross website: Redcrossblood.org and sign up or call Darlene at 410-404-8583 and leave a message. Sorry, but we cannot accept walk-in donors at the present time. Masks must be worn at all times in the parish center and during your donation.
Luncheon Bingo. June 7. 9:30 AM; Early Bird Games, 11:00 AM
Menu: Chicken & Macaroni Casserole Roasted Broccoli with Garlic Brownie
The menu may be subject to change due to inclement weather and or based on the availability of time for preparation.
Cost:
- Lunch, 16 games of bingo, 3 games to a card - $15.00
- Bingo and no lunch - $10.00
- Lunch and no bingo - $7.00.
For a small additional fee extra cards and cards for special games can be purchased. Large print bingo cards are available upon request.
The prize for the jackpot game is $200.00 for a win in 58 or fewer numbers. A consolation prize of $50.00 will be awarded for a win in more than 54 numbers.
For additional information or if you have any special dietary needs that prevent you from eating the offered meal, please contact the parish office (410452-5166, ext. 22) at least one week prior for an alternative option.
In the event of inclement weather, bingo will be cancelled if Harford County schools are closed for the day – No Make-Up Date. If Harford County schools are delayed bingo will be held.
Sacrament of Confirmation, Sunday June 5 11:30 am Mass. Bishop Adam Parker will be the main celebrant, concelebrating with Fr. Kunkel. Most of the church space will be reserved for the Confirmandi, their Sponsors, and their families who will be attending. We ask other parishioners to please consider attending another Mass on the weekend of June 5, if their schedule permits.
Confirmation Updates. We have been forming our teens as Missionary Disciples over the past 2 years to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Our teens realize the importance of being called to be a Disciple of Christ, that our Faith journey is ongoing as they prepare to receive the Sacrament on June 5th.
As part of their Journey in the Spirit our Confirmandi will be attending their Confirmation Retreat on May 14 & 15 at the Msgr. O’Dwyer Retreat House. This is a time for the teens to focus on how the Holy Spirit is moving in their lives without the everyday distractions of life.
Please personally pray for our Confirmation students and Retreat Staff as they make this prayerful and contemplative journey in their Faith Please pray for the following Confirmation students while they are on Retreat: Eddie Barth, Jon Channell, Margo Channell, Evan Dawson, Logan Foard, Kent Holcombe, Madison Hushon, Logan Mahns, Jonas Mihal, Liesl Miller, Ethan Sealy, and Zachary Warfield
May 31 Confirmation Mass Practice @ 7 pm in the Church for all Confirmation students and their Sponsors
Please personally pray for our Confirmation students and Retreat Staff as they make this prayerful and contemplative journey in their Faith Please pray for the following Confirmation students while they are on Retreat: Eddie Barth, Jon Channell, Margo Channell, Evan Dawson, Logan Foard, Kent Holcombe, Madison Hushon, Logan Mahns, Jonas Mihal, Liesl Miller, Ethan Sealy, and Zachary Warfield
May 31 Confirmation Mass Practice @ 7 pm in the Church for all Confirmation students and their Sponsors
June 5 Confirmation Mass Pentecost Sunday @ 11:30 am in the Church. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Adam Parker and Con-celebrated by Fr. Kunkel.
Catholic Connection
Motherhood in the Catholic Church
In this video, EWTN News In Depth interviews Rachel Ullman, Executive Director of the GIVEN Institute and Janet Chavez, National Coordinator of Magnificat. They discuss the role of women in the church today and the importance of both spiritual and biological motherhood.
For more information check out these websites:
endowgroups.org
giveninstitute.com
https://youtu.be/ZytxvsQqBYc
Outreach Ministries
Our Daily Bread.
It's time for casseroles again! Pans will be made available for pickup after each Mass (while supplies last) on the weekend of May 7-8. The frozen casseroles must be placed in the Parish freezer by May 15th.
Since we need to limit our number of casseroles, please only use these pans.
Please understand the importance of returning the frozen casseroles so that we can help ODB to serve their clients.
We will be depending on everyone who takes a pan to RETURN the frozen casseroles to the Parish freezer by Sunday, May 15th.
You can find the recipes on the ODB Recipes 2017.doc link that is available in St. Mary's weekly Newsletter.
Just choose a recipe, follow the recipe as it is written, double wrap the casserole with foil, label it with the type of casserole and the date, and freeze it.
If you choose to do a mac + cheese casserole, please be sure to follow ODB's mac + cheese recipe. Please do not include ham or any meat.
Prevention and Recovery Ministry
New U.S. Department of Justice guidelines assert that it’s illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act to discriminate against people because they are using prescribed methadone or other medications to treat opioid use disorder. People have been denied medical help, legal help, housing resources, and jobs because of the stigma associated with treatment programs which use the medication naltrexone or drugs that themselves are opioids, such as methadone and buprenorphine.
These are folks who are taking a prescribed medication in order to control their disease and to live productive, normal lives. Just like folks who use prescribed medications to control their blood pressure or their diabetes or their heart disease or any other chronic diseases.
Let's do what we can to stop the stigma. Here's the link: Treatment for opioid addiction often brings discrimination | AP News
If you have any questions, please contact Bob at crhoopert@zoominternet.net.
Respect Life
Happy Mothers’ Day! Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth, is mother to us all. By her example, all women can learn the special role God entrusted to them. May all women embrace Mary’s response, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord.” (Luke 1:38)
“[E]very human life, unique and unrepeatable, has value in and of itself; it is of inestimable value. This must always be proclaimed anew with the courage of the Word and the courage of actions. It calls us to solidarity and fraternal love for the great human family and for each of its members.” –Pope Francis on the 25th Anniversary of Evangelium Vitae (March 25, 2020)
“God is not indifferent to the power of death over his people. ‘No one can take them out of my hand.’ He vigorously defends us against the power of death. As the people who have accepted his life and who follow him, we too defend our brothers and sisters from the grip of death.
The proclamation in today’s readings is the very foundation of the culture of life and the pro-life movement.” (priestsforlife.org)
This is a fierce, spiritual battle. Let us pray “unceasingly” for more souls to convert to the will of God so that our country truly becomes “one nation under God,” and we return to a culture of life.
Seventh Month (size: about 15 inches) Beginning this month the baby uses all four senses. His eyelids open and close, and the eyes look around. The baby can taste, touch, cough, yawn and hiccup. He now recognizes his mother’s voice. His grip is even stronger now than it will be after his birth. The hair on his head is growing longer and the downy covering on the rest of his body is disappearing. During this time the baby will receive antibodies from his mother providing him immunity to a wide variety of diseases.
Pro- Life Bumper Stickers. A generous, anonymous donor has purchased 100 pro-life bumper stickers. Show your support for the most vulnerable among us. Please take one from the vestibule and promote the sanctity of human life.
Project Rachel 2022 one day retreats: 6/18. For information, send email to projectrachel@archbalt.org or call 410-625-8491 or text 410-299-9345.
Join the Respect Life Ministry. If you are interested in joining the St. Mary’s Respect Life ministry, please email Deborah Brocato at debbrocato@aol.com.
News from the Archdiocese of Baltimore
Spring Fling Carnival at St. John Church in Long Green Valley, May 5-7 and May 12-14. St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 13305 Long Greek Pike, Hydes, MD 21082.
Join us for an extra special, two-weekend Spring Fling Carnival to celebrate the 200th Anniversary as the oldest Catholic parish in Baltimore County! Fun festivities and attractions for all ages, including rides, games, food, beer/wine garden, live music, fireworks, silent auction, huge flea market, flower/plant sale…and more! All-you-can-ride wristbands available for all ride sessions. Hours: May 5-6 and May 12-13 from 5-10 PM and May 7 and May 14 from 12-5 and 6-10 PM. Free satellite parking and shuttle from Hydes Park available Fridays and Saturdays 5-10 PM. For more information, visit www.sjehydes.org/spring-fling.
5th Annual Walk for Life - May 14, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM Save lives by walking with Pregnancy Center North (PCN) on May 14, at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. This year, PCN is celebrating 40 years of service to women and babies in the Baltimore area. You can sign up to walk, or donate to show your support, at https://www.pcnministry.org by clicking on the blue “Walk for Life” button in the top right-hand corner. For more information, please contact Amy Fuchsluger at amyf@pcnorth.org.
Women’s Mini Retreat at St. Mark Fallston, June 4, 9:00 AM - 12 Noon. The morning starts with Mass, followed by a light breakfast. Father Michael Foppiano and Seminarian Mike Misulia give reflections followed by breakout discussion time. This gives a chance to reflect and share the insight the Holy Spirit has given. The morning ends with Benediction and Adoration.
Sacraments, Funerals, and Contact Information
Urgent for all Liturgical Ministers. There are calendars placed in the vestibule of the church for sign-ups for the month of April, most importantly Holy Week. Please sign up when you are available. Any questions please contact Sharon Alasandro. (443-243-6317).
Weddings and Funerals
Masses for weddings and funerals are arranged through the parish office. Contact the parish staff for further guidance.
Other Sacraments
Contact the Parish Office to arrange for Baptisms and the Sacrament of the Sick (Anointing).
Volunteering for the Parish
Volunteers are the backbone of the parish and we welcome new volunteers with open arms. However, in the world today we must do everything we can to protect all people of all ages, the church and also yourself.
If you are ready and willing to give of your time and talent to be a part of one or more of our many ministries, please contact Barbara Sadler, Extension 22 or bsadler@stmaryspylesville.org for the information and guidance of the required Virtus training. The training will provide insight for the protection of all age groups and the responsibilities. DON’T WORRY!! It is an easy procedure.
Teen Volunteers Ages 14 – 17 Worthy of the Call Training. We need you! We need your enthusiasm, your joy, and your talents. Any student 14 and older is welcome who needs to complete the training. Contact Rachel Bittner rbittner@stmaryspylesville.org.
Contact Information
Parish Office: 410 879-4015
410 838-7471
410 452-5166
www.stmaryspylesville.org
1021 St. Mary's Road
Pylesville, MD 21132
Email Addresses for Parish Staff
Pastor, Fr. Henry Kunkel hkunkel@stmaryspylesville.org
Administrative Assistant, Diana Weidner
dweidner@stmaryspylesville.org
Business Manager, Barbara Sadler
bsadler@stmaryspylesville.org
Coordinator of Religious Education, Karen Dietz kdietz@stmaryspylesville.org
Youth Ministry/Confirmation and Contemporary Music Coordinator Rachel Bittner rbittner@stmaryspylesville.org
Maintenance Larry Glos lglos@stmaryspylesville.org
Choir/Cantors
Nicholas Zurowski
nzurowski@sjpray.org
Submission Deadline: Thursday 12 Noon
Send to Newsletter Editor:
Jackie Seneschal
jackieseneschal@gmail.com
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