Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church

901 East Elm Street Crowley, LA 70526

Tel.: (337) 783-3498 Fax: 783-7444

Website: www.ihmcrowley.org Email: parish@ihmcrowley.org

Parish Office Hours

Monday & Friday: 8 am - noon Tuesday - Thursday: 8 am - 4 pm

Closed Holidays

New Parishioners: Welcome! Please call or come by the Parish Office for registration.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass

Saturday (Anticipated): 4 pm Sunday: 8 am, 10 am, & 5 pm

Tuesday - Friday: 6:30 am Saturday: 8 am

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday: 2:45-3:45 pm 30 min. before all other Masses or by request

Sacrament of Baptism, Anointing of the

Sick and Funeral Arrangements

Please see website or contact the Parish Office.

Sacrament of Marriage

Couples must contact Pastor at least six months prior.

Eucharistic Adoration

Thursday 7 am - 4 pm in Seelos Chapel

Perpetual Help Rosary and Novena

Tuesday 6 am - Rosary 6:15 am - Novena

FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT

‘“Let the one among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.”

(John 8:7)

Parish Staff

Rev. Fr. Jason Vidrine Pastor Mrs. Joan Trahan Office Manager

Mrs. Janice Trahan Parish Life Coordinator Mr. James Franke Pastoral Assistant

IHM CCD Program

Grades Pre-K – 8th and 9th -10th 1st/3rd Sundays, 9 am - 10:45 am

(Includes Holy Mass from 10 am - 10:45 am)

11th Grade (Confirmation) 1st/3rd Sundays, 11:15 am - 1:15 pm

Redemptorist Catholic School

Mrs. Cynthia Habetz, Principal Grades Pre-K – Eighth

(337) 783-4466 www.redemptorist-catholic.org

Cor Jesu Adveniat Regnum Tuum

Adveniat per Mariam Heart of Jesus, Your Kingdom Come, Come Through Mary

~ From the Pastor ~ “My heart’s desire and prayer to

God for them is that they may be saved.” Romans 10:1

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Mes chers amis, On this 5th Sunday of Lent, the pruning of our senses takes another step as the statues in church are covered with cloths. We already find ourselves one week away from the beginning of the most sacred week of the Church’s Liturgical Year – Holy Week. It will begin with Palm Sunday (next Sunday) and then move into the Sacred Triduum – the three days on which the Church most solemnly celebrates the passion, death, and resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Unfortunately, in many places today, a reductionist mindset has set in, leading people to think that the liturgies of Holy Week are too long or not very important anyway. On the contrary, they are essential to our Catholic identity and our spiritual lives. I want to challenge you, if it is at all possible, to attend the liturgies of Holy Week and especially, the Sacred Triduum.

On Palm Sunday, we commemorate the entrance of Our Lord into Jerusalem for the final time – to suffer and die for our sins. We recall that many of the people who greeted Him with “Hosanna” are the same ones who later cried out “crucify Him!”. We carry our palms associating ourselves with those who greet Him with joy at one time and betray Him through sin at another time. We recognize that we are one with them whom Jesus loved and died for.

On Holy Thursday, we celebrate two of the greatest mysteries of our Faith: the institution of the Sacred Priesthood and the Holy Eucharist. These two gifts of the Lord to His Church are so closely bound that there cannot be one without the other. Without Priest, we do not have access to the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass or the Lord’s Sacred Body and Blood in the Holy Eucharist. We show our love for Jesus in the Holy Eucharist by bowing down before Him in adoration.

On Good Friday, the Church celebrates the day that Our Lord Jesus died for our sins. There is no Mass celebrated out of respect for His one eternal sacrifice offered to our Father on this day. We gather to celebrate His Passion by listening to His Word, venerating the cross, and receiving Holy Communion. It is a day of prayer and penance.

On the evening of Holy Saturday, we gather in darkness and begin the celebration of the “Mother of all Vigils”. This is the Church’s most solemn night of prayer and worship, celebrating the Crucified Son of God who has been raised from the dead! We will hear in God’s Word the history of our salvation. All of us will be able to sing the Church’s song of praise once again, taking upon our lips the praise of the angels.

Again, I urge you, as Catholics, if possible, to attend the great celebrations of Holy Week and the Sacred Triduum. May Our Lady help us to understand better and look forward to these sacred days that are coming.

Dans le Cœur Immaculé de Marie, Fr. Vidrine

Gospel Summary

John 8: 1-11

Although most scholars believe that this story of the woman caught in adultery was not part of John’s original writings, it is nevertheless an excellent example of Jesus’ style. First of all,

some of the religious leaders tried to trick Jesus into going against the law of Moses by not having the woman stoned or going

against the Roman law that did not allow the Jewish people to impose the death sentence. Again, Jesus seemed trapped, but

drew in the sand with his finger until he presented his answer. In an effort to demonstrate the forgiveness God had for his people,

Jesus challenged the Pharisees to throw a stone if they were without sin. Of course, none could throw a stone and slowly the

crowed drifted away. When only the woman remained, Jesus showed mercy toward her and told her to resist further sin.

Reflection for Families

Of course, we will never fully know what Jesus drew in the sand. Whether his drawing was with purpose or not has been lost to

history and most likely would not change the story. An important lesson we can gain from his action is that he took the time to

gather his thoughts before speaking. How often do we say the first thing that comes to mind and end up regretting it? Thinking first helps us present a Christ-like presence to others even if we

are dealing with a serious conflict.

Bringing the Gospel Into Your Family

Ask each family member to help create a list of “pet peeves” or annoying habits in others. Give each member a chance to

consider the list and see if they claim ownership of any of the actions listed. Ask one another how this exercise is like the

woman and the Pharisees in today’s Gospel. What will you do to “throw a stone” at the guilty person? What action can you take

that resembles the action of Jesus? Pray for support to accomplish this action.

~~RCL Benziger~~

Easter Mass Intentions & Easter Flower Donations If you would like to have someone remembered at Mass on Easter or have flowers donated in their name, drop your intentions or donations in the collection basket or at the Parish Office. Mass intentions are $5 each and flower donations are any amount you wish to give. Please print names and contact information in case of questions. The deadline is Tuesday, April 16th at 12 Noon.

Schedules are ready for all who serve. Please remember to pick up your copy in the Sacristy. The schedule includes Holy Week & Easter. Thank you for giving of your time

and talents to our Parish.

FATHER VIDRINE WILL BE OUT OF THE PARISH

APRIL 5TH – APRIL 10TH TUESDAY, APRIL 9TH AND WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10TH NO 6:30AM MASS. MORNING MASS WILL RESUME

THURSDAY, APRIL 11TH

Offertory Collection for March 31 – $4,385.00 Building Fund – $80.00

Many thanks to all who give to our church as an act of faith. Thank you for trusting the Lord.

Fifth Sunday of Lent – April 7, 2019

Masses for the week April 6, 2019 – April 13, 2019 Saturday, Apr. 6, 4PM – Maria Martin Also remembered in prayer: Robert “Robbie” Broussard, II, Adris & Orillia Richard, Robert Broussard, Edwin & Justin Broussard, Belinda Hebert, Henry Clement, Clifford J. Broussard, Betty S. Trahan, Gary Broussard, Yvonne & M. J. Martin, Helen Spell Sunday, Apr. 7, 8AM – Clifton & Mary Istre Also remembered in prayer: Blake Frey 10AM – Halle MaKay Thompson Also remembered in prayer: Johnny Quebodeaux, Ida S. Hanagriff 5PM – Parishioners of Immaculate Heart of Mary Also remembered in prayer: Mr. & Mrs. Willie Meaux Tuesday, Apr. 9, 6:30AM – NO MASS Wednesday, Apr. 10, 6:30AM – NO MASS Thursday. Apr. 11, 6:30AM – Danny Hebert (1st Annv) Friday, Apr. 12, 6:30AM & 8:15AM (School Mass) – IHM Parish Family Saturday, Apr. 13, 8AM – IHM Parish Family

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+ The Sanctuary Lamp is burning this week for:

Meyer & Simon Families

Blessed Seelos Chapel Sanctuary Lamp burning for: Linda Simon

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Please pray for our friends who are sick.

Cheri Schexnayder, Lily Johnson, Sara Welch, Hazel Seaux, Judith Perry, Wayne Istre, Brooke Habetz, Clyde Simon, Laura Thomas Boullion, Herman Doucet, Paula Jameyson, Noah Faul, Allen J. Gauthreaux, Alton Abshire, Donna R. Royer, Neal Romero, Mildred Picard, Michelle Guidry, Jaxon Regan, Jimmy DuBose, Toni Brown, Doug Marshall, Leona Spell, Kathy Doucet, Ben Martin, Aline Hayes, Isaac Trahan, Iris Hollier, Betty Spallino, Linda Doucet, Margie Breaux, J. B. Dronet, Albert “Butch” Schexnaider, Shirley Schexnaider, Milton Trahan, Donald Mire, John Simon, Susie Faul, Roxanne LeGros, Roxie LaPointe, Abby Foreman, Rita Johnson, Gwendolyn Spell, Debbie LeMaire, Tony Suire, Velma Broussard, Martha McGinn, George & Irene Dill, Bonnie Vaughn, Paula V. Broussard, Elijah Senegal, Willie Lowery, Brantlee Foreman, Ethel Rose T. Brossett, Helen Spell, Sharon Stewart, Lucille Hains, Melba & Larry Broussard, Jerry Thompson, Mildred Sonnier, Maisie Gotte, Ronald Quebodeaux, Marilyn Weekly, Bobby Stoute, Joseph Ortego, US Military Personnel ________________________________________________________

Readers & Extraordinary Ministers for Apr. 13 – 14

Saturday – April 13 4PM R – (N) Greg Schmid (V) Tracy Foster EM – Janice Trahan, Delphine LeJeune Sunday – April 14 8AM R – (N) Beverly Hains (V) Mary Melanson EM – Michelle Puissegur, Andrus Bertrand 10AM R – (N) Julie Burleigh (V) Marian Hundley EM – Brittany LaCombe, Celeste Henry 5PM R – (N) Eulalie Cormier (V) Amanda Cormier EM – Karen Domingue _____________________________________________________

God’s Housekeepers for April 12 Sandra Trahan

Coffee & Donut Hostess / 8AM / April 14 Ed Duthile

Holy Week and Sacred Triduum Schedule

Palm Sunday Procession and Solemn Mass April 14th Mass 10:00AM

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper April 18th Mass 6:30PM

Good Friday Celebration of the Lord’s Passion April 19th Service 3:00PM

(Adoration of the Cross until evening.)

Holy Saturday Sacred Paschal Vigil April 20th Mass 8:00PM

Easter Sunday Solemn Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection April 21st Mass 8:00AM, 10:00AM, NO 5:00PM

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Immediately following the evening Mass on Thursday, we will have Adoration in the Seelos Chapel until midnight.

Join us for this time of prayer (for the whole time or for as long as you are able) to prepare for the Resurrection of the

Lord on Easter Sunday.

The Parish Office will be closed Thursday, April 18th at 12 Noon

(Adoration Chapel open until 12 Noon) Friday, April 19th, Monday, April 22nd & Tuesday, April 23rd

Notre Dame News… Annual Crawfish Boil … The Annual Pio Crawfish Boil will be Sunday, May 5th at the South Crowley K. C. Hall. Tickets are $15 for 4lbs. of crawfish w/potato and may be purchased from any athlete or the ND School office. Pick up will be from 10:30AM – 12:30PM. All proceeds benefit the general athletic fund. Thank You for your support!

__________________________________________________ Vacation Bible School…Registration forms to attend or to volunteer for Vacation Bible School are ready. You can pick up forms in the back of Church or by contacting the Parish Office. Join us for a week of fun! __________________________________________________ Luminary Rosary/Prayer Meeting…The Luminaries of Our Lady will gather together on Wednesday, April 10th. We will begin at 6:30PM in the Blessed Seelos Chapel with Praise and Song, followed by the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and the Rosary. Women of all faiths are invited to join in this wonderful sisterhood in Christ. If you have questions, please call Jackie Broussard @ 581-9367. Join us for an evening of prayer and praise!

__________________________________________________ Engaged Couples… Attend a Catholic Engaged Encounter Weekend. The weekend is open to any engaged couple wanting to prepare for a deeper more meaningful life together in a marriage recognized by the Catholic Church according to its Church law. Dates are May 24-26, August 2-4. For cost and more information go to www.ceelafayette.org or contact Paul & Carolyn Trahan 254-8947 or 898-9257. __________________________________________________ CATECHISM… Expression of Prayer… Vocal Prayer…Through his Word, God speaks to man. By words, mental or vocal, our prayer takes flesh. Yet it is most important that the heart should be present to him to whom we are speaking in prayer. “Whether or not our prayer is heard depends not on the number of words, but on the fervor of our souls.”

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