3050 ALTA DRIVE LAS VEGAS, NV 89107 Parish Office: 702-802-2300 Fax: 702-802-2301

Website: www.ollvchurch.org Email: ollvparish@ollv.org Parish App: myparishapp.com OLLV School: 702-802-2323 | Website: www.ollvschool.org

PASTORAL STAFF Served by Society of Christ Fathers

Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr., Pastor Rev. Julian Kaczówka, SChr., Parochial Vicar

David Kowaleski, Director of Music

FAITH FORMATION Religious Education & Confirmation Liz Williams: 702-802-2362 lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com

RCIA Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300 jdodson@ollv.org

MASS TIMES Saturday Vigil: 4:00pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:00pm (Polish), 5:30pm (Tagalog Music) Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am Civic & Holidays: Refer to parish bulletin Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to parish bulletin

RECONCILIATION

(Confession) Saturday: 3:00pm - 4:00pm in the church

FIRST FRIDAY 7:30am: Sacrament of Reconciliation 8:00am: Mass (Eng.) / Adoration to Follow

FIRST SATURDAY 8:00am: Mass (Eng.)

DEVOTIONS St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following the 8:00am Mass Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Every Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass

Our Lady of Las Vegas ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

- Faith, Family, Friends -

MASS REGISTRATIONS now available on our parish website www.ollvchurch.org. If you are unable to use a computer,

call the Parish Office at 702-802-2300, and we will make one for you.

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Every year on the Second Sunday of Lent, the Gospel reading directs us to Mount Tabor and the miracle of the Transfiguration of the Lord. This year, St. Mark is the evangelist who provides us with the description of what occurred. St. Mark tells us that Jesus took Peter, James and his brother, John up on a high mountain. Jesus would often go off to remote places to be alone and pray. In the Sacred Scriptures, the top of a hill or mountain was often presented as the ideal and sacred place for prayer and sacrifice to God. Mountains are mentioned frequently in the Bible because they were very much a part of the landscape of biblical regions. Mountains and hills are mentioned over 500 times in the Bible. Mountains have logical religious symbolism for biblical cultures because their height places the person

who is praying “closer to God”, who is believed to dwell in the highest heavens. In the Old Testament, God often revealed himself on the mountaintop. One such mountaintop was Mount Sinai. Mount Sinai is the place where Moses spent time in prayer and communion with God. It is the place where he received the tablets of the Law; the Ten Commandments. For this reason, Mount Sinai is significant as the place where God made a covenant with the people of Israel and is a symbol of God’s Covenant with Israel. Mount Moriah was the place where Abraham was tested by God to offer his son, Isaac, as a burnt sacrifice. Mount Nebo was the place from which Moses was able to view the land promised to the Israelites. It was also where Moses died and is presumably buried. Mount Zion is the location of the Jerusalem Temple and the palace of King David. In the New Testament, Jesus appoints his Twelve Apostles on a mountain. In the Gospel according to St. Matthew, Jesus delivers the Beatitudes in his Sermon on the Mount. The Evangelist, St. Matthew, in particular, has six significant mountain “scenes” in his gospel: Jesus’ temptation (4:8); the Sermon on the Mount (5:1); a number of healings (15:29); the Transfiguration (17:1); Jesus’ final discourse (24:1); and the commissioning of the Apostles (28:16). Perhaps the most significant mountain scene in the Gospels, however, is the Transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor. Jesus is accompanied by Moses and Elijah, who themselves encountered God on the mountaintop in the Old Testament. Now, they encounter God through Jesus. Jesus, in turn, is seen as the fulfillment of the Law (represented by Moses) and the Prophets (represented by the Prophet Elijah). Moreover, the Transfiguration of Jesus is a gift of revelation to the Apostles Peter, James and John, who have a key role in helping their brother disciples to accept and understand the truth of the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus. The tragedy of Jesus’ crucifixion and death was going to be a terrible blow to the Apostles. They were not going to be able to understand how Jesus could succumb to this defeat. From their time spent with Jesus, the Apostles knew that He was always able to handle any question and any situation. He always came out on top. Jesus giving up is certainly not something they expected. The death of Jesus will certainly be hard for the Apostles to accept, but the resurrection will be inconceivable. Jesus allowed Peter, James and John to witness this Transfiguration to help reassure them that He truly is the Messiah and the Son of God. When His resurrection happens, the Transfiguration will serve as a reminder of who Jesus is. This experience was necessary for Peter, James and John, so that they, in turn will be able to help their brother Apostles in their struggle to understand and believe the Paschal Mystery. Shrouded in this miraculous event is the voice of the Father making the solemn declaration that Jesus is His Son, and that we listen to Him. Let us heed this important revelation and follow Christ and truly listen to Him.

It is again time to begin the annual Catholic Stewardship Appeal (CSA). Together, with all of the parishes in the Diocese or Las Vegas, we will participate in helping the Church’s larger mission. Next week I will present the details and also I ask that you keep a look out for the CSA mailing that will be coming your way soon. Stay tuned!

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Office of Victim’s Assistance Help is available to you or anyone who has been abused or victimized by someone representing the Roman Catholic Church. Contact the Victim Assistance Coordinator at 702-235-7723.

First Reading — The sacrifice of Abraham, our father in faith (Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18). Psalm — I will walk before the Lord, in the land of the living (Psalm 116). Second Reading — If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31b-34). Gospel — Jesus was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white (Mark 9:2-10). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

TODAY’S READINGS

MARCH 2021 Sacrament of Reconciliation - Let us pray that we may experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation with renewed depth, to taste the infinite mercy of God.

PRAYER INTENTIONS OF THE HOLY FATHER

COMMUNITY BOOK OF PRAYER We have established a “Community Book of Prayer” which will allow parishioners to enter the names of those who are in need of our prayers. These names will not be announced at the Mass or published in the bulletin. However, at each weekend Mass, the following will be prayed within the Mass petitions: ...for all those names listed in our Community Book of Prayer…

The Community Book of Prayer is located behind the last pew in the church.

MASS INTENTIONS

FEBRUARY 28 - MARCH 6

This week the Sanctuary Lamp is in memory of RICHARD MICHAEL KRAPPA

Sponsored by John Gerlak

SANCTUARY LAMP SPONSORSHIP

If you would like to receive updated communication from Fr. Gerry & the Parish Staff, please provide us with your email address at ollvparish@ollv.org. You will receive only important periodic information via email.

MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, February 27 4:00pm: *Tina Miramontes

Sunday, February 28 - Second Sunday of Lent 7:30am: †Ray Herrera 9:30am: †Ignacio Bautista, Jr. 11:30am: †Rafael Jose 1:00pm (Polish): For the Parishioners of Our Lady of Las Vegas; †Kazimierz Izdebski; †Edward Mielnicki; †Janet Walczyk; †Rita Dinardo Torres 5:30pm: †Evelio Geroche

Monday, March 1 - Lenten Weekday 8:00am: †Dorothy Mary Gifford & †Pedro Rahon Tacotaco

Tuesday, March 2 - Lenten Weekday 8:00am: *Romeo Serrano Family

Wednesday, March 3 - Lenten Weekday; Saint Katharine Drexel 8:00am: †Domingo Francisco

Thursday, March 4 - Lenten Weekday; Saint Casimir 8:00am: †Thomas Mueller

Friday, March 5 - Lenten Weekday; World Day of Prayer; First Friday 8:00am: **Sandy & Delephine Mattei

Saturday, March 6 - Lenten Weekday; First Saturday 8:00am: *Vilma Nicolas 4:00pm: †Janie Perez

† Repose of the Soul (Deceased) *For the Intentions of (Living)

MASS INTENTIONS

If you have registered to attend the 9:30am Mass on Sundays, you are welcome to join us in praying the rosary following the Liturgy.

MASS INTENTIONS

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The following child was recently baptized into our faith:

KAI OMARI ALAYON GONZALES

An Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus,

I believe that You are present

in the Most Holy Sacrament.

I love You above all things,

and I desire to receive You into my soul.

Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.

I embrace You as if You were already there and

unite myself wholly to You.

Never permit me to be separated from You.

Amen.

https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/act-of-spiritual-communion-339

Sunday Offering Totals

FEBRUARY 17, 2021 Ash Wednesday $1,684.00

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Weekly Offertory $9,261.00 Catholic Education $ 179.00 Parish Building Maintenance $ 514.00 Online Giving | Feb. 18-24 $3,165.46

2020 CSA UPDATE We have reached our 2020 CSA Goal!!

THANK YOU for your continued support!

2020 DONATION RECEIPT If you are a registered parishioner and would like a receipt for your monetary donations made in 2020, please complete the form below and mail it to the parish office or put it in the donation box in vestibule of the church. You may also request your receipt by going to our website, www.ollvchurch.org, and click on the Green Donation Tax Receipt button.

***Please allow 10 business days for processing.***

Today’s Date Parish ID# LAST Name FIRST Name Street Address City & Zip Code Phone #

Your receipt will be mailed to you.

Work-Study Program Faith-Based Education Sports & Clubs Welcomes students with Limited

Economic Resources

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PLEASE PRAY for THOSE WHO ARE ILL If you have the sick person’s permission, you may request that their name be printed in the bulletin for prayers. This is strictly for the sick only. Their name will remain for four consecutive Sundays.

Ed & Mary Walsh 03/07 Ina Jones 03/07 Jennings & Linda Smith 03/07 Alberto Angeles 03/07 Zeny Quimpe & Family 03/07 Bob Parnel & Toots 03/07 Stella Sayer 03/07 Rey Ordinario 03/07 Aida I. Westbrook 03/07 Mercy Abella & Family 03/07 Aisa Garner 03/07 Juliet Abalo 03/07 Myette Valdizno 03/07

Angie Calimlim 03/07 Orlando Nunez & Family 03/07 Esperanza Lopez & Family 03/07 Angelina Valdizno 03/07 Carolyn Cave & Family 03/07 Angelita De Jesus 03/07 Cyrus Cruz 03/07 Fr. Tom Montelaro 03/07 Steve & Jami Grant 03/07 Margo & Bill Turner 03/07 Cynthia Mitchell 03/07 Tatjana Chavez 03/07 Patty Brown 03/07

Charlotte & Buck Kimball 03/07 Linda & Mike Mitchell 03/07 Shannon Boyd 03/07 Beverly Turner 03/07 Cristina Vasquez 03/07 Lynn Larkin & Family 03/07 Allen Sutar 03/07 Bishop Blake 03/07 George Hernandez 03/07 Cyrus Cruz 03/21 Anna Nausid 03/21 Frances Locatelli 03/21 Ella Rodriguez 03/21

Marlene Dillon 03/28 Erick Escobar 03/28 Russell Jacoby 03/28

And all those suffering from COVID-19 & Natural Disasters

As a gift from a generous parishioner, you can now grow in your faith with this online resource that allows you to watch Catholic movies, videos, children’s cartoons, audio books and bible studies - online, on your TV or from your phone. It is FREE to our parishioners!

Already have a FORMED Account? 1. Visit FORMED.org 2. Click Sign In 3. Enter your email 4. Click the link in your email 5. You’re in! No more passwords!

Want to create a new FORMED account with your parish or group?

1. Visit FORMED.org 2. Click Sign Up 3. Select “I Belong to a Parish or Organization” 4. Find your parish by name or zip 5. Enter your email - and you’re in!

We congratulate our RCIA Elect who celebrated the Rite of Election on the first Sunday of Lent. During the Rite of Election, those Catechumens awaiting baptism signed the Book of Elect. They have now been officially recognized by our Church as beloved future members. Please continue to pray for them as they journey with us through Lent.

Taylor Lopez Michelle Merlo

(Drew) An Nguyen Jeff Weaver

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Classes are twice a month on Sundays from 10:00am - 11:15am. Students need to arrive by 9:45am so temperatures can be taken.

Please bring your own water bottle as water fountains will not be available.

(Watch before the March 7 Class: “Brother Francis: The Mass”) MARCH 7 - Class

MARCH 14 - Class

(Watch before the March 28 Class: “Brother Francis Movie: He is Risen”) MARCH 28 - Class (Palm Sunday)

APRIL 4 - Easter Sunday

Religious Education & Confirmation Coordinator: Liz Williams Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com

NEW PROGRAM for Religious Education and Confirmation Programs! A new app that will help keep you informed on important news and updates.

is easy. You can choose either text messages or smartphone notification.

CLASS CODES

Religious Education: @9f886f4 Confirmation I: @2336kd Confirmation II: @2gkfeke TEXT MESSAGE SIGN-UP

Text the CLASS CODE listed above to phone number 81010 2. Reply to the text message from the remind team SMART PHONE SIGN-UP

Download the remind app on your Android or iOS device. Click on rmd.me/a Open the app and create an account (or log in if you already have one) Tap the + by classes joined and enter the class code as listed above

Other things to know: Personal contact information will not be visible on remind. Please send Liz a message if you have a different last name than your child. If you have any questions, please contact Liz Williams at lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com.

Offertory Envelope Donations & Monetary Donations are being accepted through the following options:

USPS Mail - Our Lady of Las Vegas Church | 3050 Alta Dr. | Las Vegas, NV 89107 Call the Parish Office and pay over the phone with your credit or debit card 702-802-2300 Online Giving through our Parish Website - www.ollvchurch@ollv.org myParishapp Give mobile app Text giving option to 702-710-2032 using your smartphone

ALTERNATIVE MASS OPTIONS Online Sunday Masses will continue to be available on our website & other social media platforms.

Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Online Masses

See the YouTube link on our Parish Website: ollvchurch.org Watching YouTube from your TV, look for Our Lady of Las Vegas Media

TV on Cox Cable Channel 6

Relevent Radio

You can listen to Catholic radio 24-hours a day and Sunday Mass by tuning your radio to 970am / KNIH

MASS RESERVATIONS now ONLINE There is a limitation to the number of people allowed to attend Mass according the State of Nevada and Bishop Thomas' Restoration Council. Reservations MUST be made, masks MUST be worn at all times, and social distancing will be practiced. Temperatures will be taken upon entry into the church. Therefore, we will be taking on-line reservations for attendance for the following Mass times:

SATURDAY: (ENGLISH) 4:00pm

SUNDAY: (English) 7:30am | 9:30am | 11:30am (Polish) 1:00pm | (Tagalog Music) 5:30pm

Please go to our parish website at www.ollvchurch.org to make reservations. If you are unable to use a computer, call the Parish Office at 702-802-2300 and we will make one for you.

Temperatures will be taken & Masks are required at all times.

WEEKDAY MASSES at 8:00am with no reservations.

The Bishop’s dispensation of the obligation to attend Mass remains in place (up to and including Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021) for those who are at high risk for adverse health complications from Covid-19 or do not feel comfortable attending Mass at this time.

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Fast & Abstinence Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence.

For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.

If possible, the fast on Good Friday is continued until the Easter Vigil (on Holy Saturday night) as the "paschal fast" to honor the suffering and death of the Lord Jesus, and to prepare ourselves to share more fully and to celebrate more readily his Resurrection.

Abstinence laws consider that meat comes from animals such as chickens, cows, sheep, or pigs — all of which live on land. Birds are also considered meat. Abstinence does not include soups cooked or flavored with meat, meat gravies or sauces. Salt and freshwater species of fish, amphibians, reptiles, (cold-blooded animals) and shellfish are permitted.

Those that are excused from fast and abstinence outside the age limits include the physically or mentally ill including individuals suffering from chronic illnesses such as diabetes. Also excluded are pregnant or nursing women. In all cases common sense should prevail, and ill persons should not further jeopardize their health by fasting. — www.usccb.org

Join our parish community — and nearly 14,000 Catholic communities across the United States — in a life-changing Lenten journey with CRS (Catholic Relief Services) Rice

Bowl. Pick up your family’s Rice Bowl in the vestibule of the church, beginning on February 20. Remember, what you give up for Lent changes lives.

There will be a receptacle in the vestibule of the church the weekend AFTER Easter, April 10 & 11, for you to turn in your Rice Bowls. Thank you for your generosity!

LENT Protect me, God: for in you I take refuge. You are my portion and cup, my life is in your hands. I keep you ever before me, for you are my God. You stand at my right hand; I shall not waver. And so my heart is glad and my soul rejoices; my body also

rests secure. For you do not leave my life among the dead, or let your servant go down into the pit. You will show me the path of life, fullness of joy in your presence, happiness forever at your right hand. Amen.

— Pope Francis