H oly C ros s C a t hol i c C hu r c h “A community of disciples of Jesus Christ called to celebrate, proclaim, and share the love of God with all people.” August 5, 2018 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Good People of Holy Cross,

I read with joy of the commitment those young soccer players are making by delving deeper into their religion. Their miraculous rescue in Thailand captivated our world and I’m certain your prayers as we waited and watched things unfold. It strikes me that our mission to be disciples of Jesus bears many similarities with the rescue of those boys. The rescuers needed significant planning and yet time was of the essence. Many of the boys needed to be taught how to swim and even those that could, had to be escorted, one at a time, with someone guiding them up front and someone pushing them from behind. Along the way they were given oxygen. Their nerves were calmed while at the same time constant forward motion was essential. And while there was much well-deserved praise lavished upon the rescue team, for the rescuers it was actually the rope, the literal life line, that those men grasped and that showed them the way out. We too are going one by one and ensuring that at the heart of our rescue effort is our rope, our lifeline, the truth, Jesus, our Lord and Savior that guides this effort. Have a great week! Fr. Jude Michael Gente Buena de Holy Cross,

Leí con alegría el compromiso que esos jóvenes futbolistas están haciendo por profundizar en su religión. Su rescate milagroso en Tailandia cautivó nuestro mundo y estoy seguro de sus oraciones mientras esperábamos y observábamos cómo se desarrollaban las cosas. Me sorprende que nuestra misión de ser discípulos de Jesús tenga muchas similitudes con el rescate de esos muchachos. Los rescatadores necesitaban una planificación importante y, sin embargo, el tiempo era esencial. A muchos de los niños se les debía enseñar a nadar e incluso a los que podían, tenían que ser escoltados, uno a la vez, con alguien que los guiara por delante y alguien empujándolos desde atrás. En el camino les dieron oxígeno. Sus nervios se calmaron mientras que al mismo tiempo el movimiento constante hacia adelante era esencial. Y si bien hubo muchos elogios merecidos prodigados al equipo de rescate, para ambos rescatistas fue en realidad la cuerda, la línea literal de vida, que esos hombres agarraron y que les mostró la salida. Nosotros también vamos uno tras otro y nos aseguramos que en el centro de nuestro esfuerzo de rescate esté nuestra cuerda, nuestra línea de vida, la verdad, Jesús, nuestro Señor y Salvador que guía este esfuerzo. ¡Que tengan una buena semana! Padre Jude Michael

SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil:

5:00pm, 6:30pm*

Sunday: 7:30am, 9am, 11:30am, 1:15pm*, 5:30pm

Burmese Mass: 3pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month

DAILY MASS SCHEDULE

Monday-Saturday 9:15am

*en español

CONFESSIONS

Saturday, 10am or by appointment

OFFICE HOURS

Monday through Friday 9am-4pm

3175 Hathaway Court , At lanta , GA 30341 Phone: 770 -939 -3501 www.holycrossat lanta .org Fax: 770 -723 -7013

BACK TO SCHOOL...

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WE PRAY FOR OUR SICK MASS INTENTIONS / INTENCIONES Sunday/Domingo August 5 5:00pm Vigil Poor Souls in Purgatory Rita Guidice 6:30pm* Vigilia Holy Rosary Hour 7:30am Holy Rosary Hour 9:00am Vicente Ochoa Kevin Jones 11:30 am Hein Family 1:15pm* Souls in Purgatory 5:30pm For teachers in the new school year

Monday/Lunes August 6 9:15am Steve Charoenlap Suc Thi Nguyen

Tuesday/Martes August 7 9:15am Roy Tyre Xuan Thi Nguyen

Wed/Miércoles August 8 10:00am Robert Connelly

Thursday/Jueves August 9 9:15am Amanda Clements Gladys Pryor

Friday/Viernes August 10 9:15am For vocations

Saturday/Sábado August 11 9:15am Holy Souls 5:00pm Vigil Phillip Anandappa 6:30pm* Vigilia Holy Rosary Hour

Sunday/Domingo August 12 7:30am Rose Westmoland 9:00am Charles and Helen Kelly 11:30 am Thomas Puthumana Pocholo Martinez Richard Atkinson 1:15pm* People of Holy Cross 5:30pm Joyce Mansell *en español deceased

PRAYERS AND INTENTIONS

Jean Costello

Cortney Jencey

Rusty Councellman

Bert Steele

Rusty Councillman

Dana D’Elia

John Walsh

Tanya Mendez

Joel Rivera

Jesus Salcecto

Chris Campbell

Jim Walsh

Eddie Morris

Annie Bautista

Helen Jones

Tanya Mendoza

Carl Sneegas

Aiden Melendez

Gloria Szabo

Chris Timmons

Linda Mason

Mary Jo Basile

Tracy Tabacek

Helen Tabacek

Richard O'Neil

Latoya Phanord

Sharon Fisher

Inge Mercer

Simon Romerus

Michell Beaver

Rick Beene

Isabella Gonzales Baez

Laura Boland

Virginia Whittaker

Russ Hein

Ed Zerrer

Denis Kelly

Judith Hernandez

Montoya

Kimberly Moreland

Pat Zeleski

Cheryl L. Blue

Clement Lisi

Bob & Jean DeSantis

Lou Erbs

Richard Fox

Dominic De Santis

Chris Ashby

Shirley Chivers

Keren Clay

Guadalupe Garcia

Bob & Madeline Peters

Don Roy

Steve Davis

Adolfo Malaga

Angela Khoury

Meghan Levy

Shannon Campbell

Amanda Tiffany

Frank Stack

Nadya Calero

Patti Kramer

Jenna Goodman

Hemona Samuel

Edith Leisen

July 2018

Knight of the Month: Dean Gardner

Family of the Month: Eric Bynum and family

¿Deseas contraer Matrimonio Católico? El Ministerio “Creados para Amar” de Holy Cross los invita al programa

de preparación para el Sacramento del Matrimonio. Iniciamos: sábado 25 de agosto. Hora: 2 pm -5 pm Lugar: Assembly Room Contacto: Enrique y Constanza Romero Teléfono: 404-723-2517

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TUESDAY ADULT FAITH FORMATION presents

13 Sessions - Roundtable Discussions, plus DVD Study

Bishop Robert Barron continues his journey around the world to explore a handful of saints, artists, mystics, and scholars who not only shaped the life of the Church, but changed the course of western civilization. CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players features six people who responded to the grace of God to make a difference:

ST. FRANCIS of ASSISI: The Reformer ST. THOMAS AQUINAS: The Theologian

ST. CATHERINE of SIENA: The Mystic BLESSED JOHN HENRY NEWMAN: The Convert

G.K. CHESTERTON: The Evangelist MICHELANGELO: The Artist

The cost is $30 if registered by August 8; $35 after August 8. Study Guide included. No refunds. Scholarships available.

Additional materials you will need: A Bible (New American Bible or Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition recommended) and The Catechism of the Catholic Church (both available online)

To Register go to www.holycrossatlanta.org/faithformation-ministries/adults/

Meets Tuesdays,

Aug. 21 – Nov. 13, 2018

7:30-9:15 p.m.

Room 7/8 Rel. Ed. Bldg.

Bishop Robert Barron’s

SEVEN DEADLY SINS, SEVEN LIVELY VIRTUES Roundtable Discussions, plus DVD Study

Monday mornings, Sept 10 – Nov 5, 2018 (10:00 – 11:45 a.m.) or

Thursday evenings, Sept 13 – Nov 8, 2018 (7:30 – 9:15 p.m.)

Pride, envy, anger, sloth, greed, gluttony and lust: these “seven deadly sins” are patterns of dysfunction that keep us separated from God and ultimately lead to unhappiness. Join us as we learn how practicing countervailing virtues can break the cycle of sin.

You will need a Catholic Bible; the RSVCE (Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition) is recommended and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Both are available online.

Cost: $25.00 if registered by August 20; $30.00 after August 20 To Register go to www.holycrossatlanta.org/faithformation-ministries/adults/

The next English Baptism Preparation Class will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2018

from 10:00 – in Room 7-8 School of Religion Bldg. Call Penny Lampe, 770-939-3501, to

make a reservation or obtain more information.

Thank you for your generous donations to the 2nd collection for the St. Vincent de Paul Ministry in June. With your generous contribution of $6119 we were able to assist 20 families including 19 children.

June 2018 Monthly Service Financial Report

Do you consider yourself a naturally caring, compassionate and giving person? If so, come and share your gifts with people in need by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. If you are interested, please email svdpholycross@gmail.com for more details.

2nd Collection in June $6119

Rent $4693

Utilities $239

Temporary Lodging $2328

Total Direct Aid $7260

mailto:svdpholycross@gmail.com

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TROOP SUPPORT M INISTRY NEWS

Dear Mr. Spidel and Holy Cross Catholic Church,

I was in the USO here in AFG and saw your letter posted on the board. As a Catholic, I was SO happy to see your letter featured among the others and to know that my “faith family” back home has sent blessings way out here. Thanks for your service to the men and women out here

I’m in the USAF and just passing through visiting some of our folks out here. I’m stationed with my family here in the Middle East and just wanted you to know your thoughtfulness and prayers are appreciated!!!

Very Sincerely Michelle

Book Donations Needed The Holy Cross Women s Club is seeking donations for our first annual used book sale to be held in September. We are accepting new & gently used books, as well as CDs,

DVDs, and audio books We are asking for hardcover and softcover books, fiction and non-fiction, adult and

children books, etc. [NO encyclopedias, travel books over 5 years old, or textbooks please.]

Donated books may be dropped off in the parish office now through Sept 10th For more information contact

Pam Beason at 770-493-4780 or email pbeason@comcast.net Proceeds from the sale will be used to help support needs of the parish and our local community.

An inquiry class will be held next Sunday, August 12 (10:30 a.m. – p.m.) in Room 7-8 of the Faith Formation Building to explain whats involved in the RCIA process. This gathering is designed for people who are unbaptized, as well as those who are baptized in other Christian traditions. It also is open to baptized Catholics who have not received First Eucharist and Confirmation. Classes begin Sept. 16. Contact Linda Smith for information about joining the class: 404-647-7773 or lssmit50@bellsouth.net.

Fr. Reto’s Farewell I wish to thank the parishioners of Holy Cross for making me feel like family these past three years.

Your prayer, love and care have touched me. I would love to hear from you or have you come visit

the Shrine in central Switzerland where I will be stationed for a possible four years. The shrine is

dedicated to the patron saint of Switzerland, St. Nicholas of Flüe.

Here is my email address: friar.reto@gmail.com

and my physical address: Hobacher 1, 6073 Flüeli-Ranft, SWITZERLAND

God bless you all! Fr. Reto

Deseo agradecer a los feligreses de Holy Cross por hacerme sentir como en familia estos últimos

tres años. Su oración, amor y cuidados me han conmovido. Me encantaría mantener contacto con

ustedes y que me visiten en el santuario en el centro de Suiza, donde estaré durante cuatro años.

El santuario está dedicado al santo patrón de Suiza, San Nicolás de Flüe. Aquí está mi dirección

de correo electrónico y mi dirección física: friar.reto@gmail.com

and my physical address: Hobacher 1, 6073 Flüeli-Ranft, SWITZERLAND

Fr. Reto

mailto:pbeason@comcast.netmailto:lssmit50@bellsouth.netmailto:friar.reto@gmail.com

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FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION Registration for the upcoming school year is available online, go to the parish website at www.holycrossatlanta.org and follow the link. In person registrations take place on Monday and Wednesday from 10 until 4:00 and the following Sundays from 10 until 4:00 (August 19th. NO late registrations will be taken after August 19th. If you have questions about any of our programs, please call the Faith Formation Office at 678 689-2819 and talk with the appropriate office.

INSCRIPCIONES PARA FORMACIÓN DE FE La inscripción para el próximo año escolar está disponible en línea, vaya al sitio web de la parroquia en www.holycrossatlanta.org y siga el enlace. Las inscripciones en persona tienen lugar los lunes y miércoles de 10 a 4:00 y los siguientes domingos de 10 a 4:00 (19 de agosto). NO se aceptaran inscripciones después del 19 de agosto. Si tiene preguntas sobre cualquiera de nuestros programas, llame a la Oficina de Formación de Fe al 678 689-2819 y hable con la oficina correspondiente.

The mission of the Kairos Prison Ministry is to share the transforming love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ to impact the hearts and lives of incarcerated men, women and youth, as well as their families, to become loving and productive citizens of their communities. Come celebrate their 20th anniversary and learn more about them on August 18 from 2-6pm in the Parish Hall. For more information please contact Jeanenne Brewton,706-206-5252, brewtonjp@gmail.com or Vanessa Velez-Cruz, 478-957-2307, vanvec@yahoo.com.

From Fr. Joe’s desk What a wonderful and warm welcome I received here at Holy Cross. Since I was only stationed here for eight or nine months four years ago, I never expected such an outpouring of friendship and generosity upon my brief return.

Thanks to many of you, I have eaten at all the “hot” dining spots in the area. For the many gifts and kind expressions of friendship and humbly extend my grateful appreciation and promises of prayers for you and your loved ones’ welfare.

Some have asked for my future address so that they can add me to their Christmas card list. So here it is:

Fr. Joseph Dorniak, St. Mark Church , 643 NE 4th Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435

If you’re in my “neck of the woods” drop in and we’ll have a cool piña colada under a palm tree (someone has to do the hard work around here!)

By all means, let us strive to stay together in prayer for one another in Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Thank you, Fr. Joe D.

P.S.

To Fr. Jude Michael and Fr. Reto:

I also extend my deep appreciation for hosting me in their home and hearts during my transitioning and re-assignment. God bless their “new” community as they re-group and minister to the “good people of Holy Cross” and to the people in Switzerland.

Qué bienvenida tan maravillosa y cálida recibí aquí en Holy Cross. Como solo estuve estacionado aquí por ocho o nueve meses, hace cuatro años, nunca esperé una efusión de amistad y generosidad en mi breve regreso.

Gracias a muchos de ustedes, he comido en todos los lugares "populares" para comer en el área. Por los muchos regalos y amables expresiones de amistad, humildemente extiendo mi agradecida apreciación, y promesas de oraciones por ustedes y por el bienestar de sus seres queridos.

Algunos han pedido mi dirección futura para poder agregarme a su lista de tarjetas de Navidad. Asi que aqui está:

Fr. Joseph Dorniak, St. Mark Church, 643 NE 4th Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435

Si alguna vez se encuentran "perdidos por ahí", déjense caer y tendremos una fresca piña colada debajo de una palmera (¡Alguien tiene que hacer el trabajo duro por aquí!) Por todos los medios, esforcémonos por permanecer juntos en oración el uno por el otro en Jesucristo, nuestro Señor.

Gracias, Padre Joe D.

Posdata,

Para el Padre Jude Michael y el Padre Reto: También extiendo mi profundo agradecimiento por alojarme en su hogar y en su corazón durante mi transición y reasignación. Dios bendiga a su "nueva" comunidad mientras se vuelven a agrupar y acomodar a la "gente buena de Holy Cross" y a la gente en Suiza.

http://www.holycrossatlanta.orgmailto:brewtonjp@gmail.commailto:vanvec@yahoo.com

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Parish Registration: If you would like to become a registered member of our parish family, you may pickup a registration form from our Welcome Desk or from the parish office. When completed, you may drop it off at the parish office, mail it in or hand it to one of our Welcome Desk volunteers. Online registration forms are also available at www.holycrossatlanta.org

Monthly Parish e-newsletter: Did you know that you can receive updates about parish activities, events and funeral notices directly to your email? To receive updates simply go to our website, www.holycrossatlanta.org, and scroll down to our Reminders section and follow the link. Mailings will be done at the beginning of the month, except for important notifications and reminders.

Homebound? Do you know a parishioner who is homebound due to illness, or is elderly and would like to receive Communion? Please contact Eileen Anandappa at 770-908-0062.

Update your Parishioner Information: Have you moved, changed email address, added a family member, no longer have a land line or changed phone numbers? We need to know so we can keep you informed on what’s happening around Holy Cross. Please call or email the Parish Office to submit your changes.

Altar Flowers: The altar flowers may be given in memory or honor of loved ones or special occasions, such as anniversaries and birthdays. To schedule your altar flower intentions, please call Martha Murphy at 770-934-1464.

Votive Candles: Celebrate the life of family or friends with a Votive Candle. Votive candles burn brightly night and day as expressions of prayer for special intentions. At Holy Cross, the bottom rows (the smaller candles) are lit for a love offering. Simply deposit your offering and push button. Contact Yrene Lorenzo for a monthly or yearly intention.

Registración en la Parroquia: Si desea ser un miembro registrado en nuestra familia parroquial, debe completar el formulario “Registración Parroquial” ubicado en el escritorio de bienvenida o en la oficina de la parroquia. Al completarlo lo puede enviar por correo, entregarlo en la oficina parroquial o en la canasta de la ofrenda. El formulario en línea también esta disponible en: www.holycrossatlanta.org.

¿Sabías? Reciba actualizaciones sobre las actividades de la parroquia, eventos y avisos funerarios directamente a su correo electrónico. Para inscribirse vaya a nuestro sitio web, www.holycrossatlanta.org, y desplácese hacia abajo a la sección “Reminders” y haga clic en el enlace.

¿Encerrado en casa? ¿Conoces a un feligrés que no pueda salir de su casa debido a una enfermedad o por su avanzada edad, y le gustaría recibir la Comunión? Por favor, comuníquese con la oficina parroquial al 770-939-3501.

Actualice su información de feligrés: ¿Se ha mudado, cambiado de correo electrónico, hay un nuevo miembro en la familia, o ha cambiado su número telefónico? Es importante mantener actualizada su información para poder informarle de las actividades en Holy Cross. Por favor contacte a la Oficina Parroquial para actualizar su información.

Flores para el Altar: Las flores del altar pueden ser dedicadas a una intención especial tal como cumpleaños, aniversario de muerte o de matrimonio etc. Si desea hacer su donación por favor comuníquese con Monica Robles de 9am - 4pm de lunes a viernes, al 770-939-350 ext. 223.

Velas Votivas: Encienda una vela votiva para honrar a un ser querido o en agradecimiento. Las velas más pequeñas se pueden encender por una ofrenda de amor. Deposite su ofrenda y oprima el botón de la vela que quiera encender.

PARISH INFORMATION

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Day of Obligation Mass Schedule August 14: 7pm Vigil August 15: 9:15am, 12:10pm, 6:00pm, 7:30pm* (Spanish) The Parish Office will close at 12pm.

Asunción de la Virgen Maria Día de Obligación Horario de Misa 14 de agosto: 7pm Vigilia 15 de agosto: 9:15am, 12:10pm, 6:00pm, 7:30pm* (español) Las oficinas parroquiales cerrarán a las 12 del mediodía.

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PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS:

Pastor Fr. Jude Michael Krill OFM Conv. jmkrill@holycrossatlanta.org Ext. 237

Parochial Vicars Fr. Calixto Salvatierra Moreno OFM Conv. Fr. Thomas Reist OFM Conv.

In Residence Fr. John Voytek OFM Conv.

Director of Faith Formation Barb Garvin Ext. 233 bgarvin@holycrossatlanta.org

Coord. Elementary Faith Formation Aida Buzeta Ext. 235 abuzeta@holycrossatlanta.org Youth Minister Carlos Gutierrez Ext.232 cgutierrez@holycrossatlanta.org Director of Music Ministry Gail Goodman Ext. 228 ggoodman@holycrossatlanta.org Office Manager Felicia Tanzosch Ext. 226 ftanzosch@holycrossatlanta.org

Accountant Gregg Watson Ext. 242 gwatson@holycrossatlanta.org Pastoral Associate Monica Robles Ext. 223 mroblesfrias@holycrossatlanta.org Administrative Assistant Yrene Lorenzo Ext. 234 ylorenzo@holycrossatlanta.org Sacramental Secretary Penny Lampe Ext. 252 plampe@holycrossatlanta.org

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Offertory July 29: Basket-$25,784.63

Online-$2552.11 Total $28,336.74 Thank you for your continued generosity!

¡Gracias por su continua generosidad!

Upcoming Second Collections 8/5 St Vincent de Paul

8/15 - Holy Day - Assumption

ONLINE GIVING Please join our growing number of families who have elected to make their contributions online!

It’s simple:

Log onto www.holycrossatlanta.org - click on the Give Online widget

- follow the registration instructions.

Parish Office: 770-939-3501 e-mail: hcoffice@holycrossatlanta.org

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