Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church1003 North Tyler Street - Little Rock, Arkansas 72205

“Encounter Jesus, Serve Others.”

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER - MAY 5, 2019

Fr. John Marconi, Pastorjmarconi@holysouls.org

Deacon John HallDeacon Lawrence H. Jegley (Retired)

Susej Thompson, Pastoral Music DirectorSamantha Denefe, Director of Evangelization

& Adult Faith FormationWendy Floriani, Director of Youth Faith Formation

Denise Dumars, Director of Youth MinistryLaura G. Humphries, Parish Life

& Stewardship DirectorSusie Williams, Facilities & Events Coordinator

Shelley Tienken, Business ManagerNan Connell, Accountant

Cindy Stabnick, Pastoral SecretaryStacey Matchett, Church Secretary

Nancy Handloser, Principal

Church Office: (501) 663-8632 • Website: www.holysouls.org • E-mail: office@holysouls.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/OLHSAR

Church Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 12 Noon - 1 to 4 pm School: (501) 663-4513 • Cafeteria: 501) 663-6125 • Extended Care: (501) 663-7438

SUNDAY, MAY 129:15 - 10:15 a.m. ~ Parish Hall

“BE MY WITNESS”Jim & Patti Drake

• Surrender• God is Good, All the Time• Perseverance• Lean on Your Faith• Give Thanks for Everything

Robert FlynnSponsored by the

Holy Souls Men’s Club

Memorial Golf Tournament

WHY: Robert Flynn MemorialScholarship Fund(Funds 12 semester scholarshipsat Holy Souls School per year.)

WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 2019Shotgun Start - 8:30 a.m.NEW STARTING TIME

WHERE: Country Club of Ark.in Maumelle

WHO: Individualsand/or teamsScramble (4 Man)

COST: $85 per person

CONTACT: Jim Lareau 258-2422 / JLAREAU@travelers.com or Kelley Renard 231-3582 / krenard@dolr.org

Registration form available at www.holysouls.org

Refreshments ~ Fellowship ~ Childcare ~ Q & A

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Church (CH); Parish Hall (PH); Allen Center (AC);Gathering Room (GR); Eucharistic Chapel (EC);

Benedict House (BH); School (S)

CALENDARThis Week at Holy Souls . . .

Monday, May 6:No 7am Mass10am Seniors Cards, Parish Hall

Tuesday, May 7:7am Mass, Church

Wednesday, May 8:9am Adoration, Church4:30pm Confessions, Church5:15pm Benediction, Church5:30pm Mass, Church6pm Sr. High CYM, Benedict House

Thursday, May 9:7am Mass, Church

Friday, May 10:8:15am School Mass, Church

Saturday, May 11:2:30-3:30pm Confessions, Church4pm Vigil Mass, Church

Sunday, May 12, MOTHERS DAY:8am Mass, Church followed by Coffee & Donuts,

Parish Hall9:15am Sunday Series, Parish Hall10:30am Mass, Church followed by Coffee & Donuts,

Parish Hall5:30pm Mass, Church

Responding to the Word

Liturgical Notes . . .

*To reflect on this Sunday’s readings online, go towww.usccb.org/bible/readings/050519.cfm

THIS WEEK: May 5-11

Next Weekend’sLITURGICAL MINISTERS

SATURDAY, MAY 11, 8PM MASSServers: K. & B. Angtuaco, S. France, G. Lewis;EMC: L. McNutt; Lectors: M. & M. Angtuaco;Ushers: J. Alsbrook, D. MorrisSUNDAY, MAY 12, 8AM MASSServers: A. & L. Files, M. Marlow, K. Odom;EMC: C. Odom; Lector: T. Wahlgreen;Ushers: C. Magill, C. Schaffhauser10:30AM MASSServers: J., C. & A. Baker, E. Gonzalez;EMC: M. Lipsmeyer; Lectors: S. Hoffmann, P. James;Ushers: M. Flynn, A. Gonzalez5:30PM MASSServers: E. Gatlin, L. & A. Robbins, B. Yakoubian;EMC: C. Stabnick; Lector: A. Gatlin;Ushers: W. Morris, A. Johnston

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The apostles obey Jesus’ commandto spread the good news

rather than the human command to stop.What can I do to be more courageous

in my witness to Christ?Jesus, today I will . . .

Come, Sit With Jesus

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is a special opportunityto sit with Jesus Christ in a more powerful way. We, asCatholics, believe in the true presence of Christ in theEucharist and he is present in the consecrated host withinthe monstrance on the altar. Come, spend an hour with himand see the power of God make a difference in your life.

Holy Souls offers Adoration on Wednesdays from 9am to5:15pm.

on Wednesdays

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Laura Humphries,Parish Life & Stewardship Director

Grateful Stewardsof God’s Gifts . . .

Go Donate Bloodat our

Arkansas Blood InstituteBLOOD DRIVE

on Sunday, May 198:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Allen Center

Win the race to save someone’s life!

No appointment Needed!

Special Fun Area for Childrenwhile parents donate.

“Woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed. Itwould be better for that man if he had never been born”

(Matthew 26:24.)

Two flawed Apostles, two different endings. Peter boastshe’ll always be there for Jesus, denies him three times,and goes on to do amazing things in Jesus’ name, all onthe way to his own martyrdom. Judas betrays Christ andkills himself. Peter believed he would be forgiven; Judasdidn’t. It is important to remember no matter how far fromJesus we might feel, true betrayal comes when we refuseto believe that he is always by our side, ready to help usstart again. He longs to have us walk with him.

Although I have often abandoned you, O Lord, you havenever abandoned me. Your hand of love is alwaysoutstretched toward me, even when I stubbornly look theother way. And your gentle voice constantly calls me, evenwhen I obstinately refuse to listen. St. Teresa of Avila, an excerpt from Living With Christ

No matter what we do, God will always forgive us if we aretruly sorry. We must never lose hope or faith that God lovesus and wants us to be with him. He promises us forgivenessif we forgive. All we need do is pray the Lord’s Prayer, it isspelled out so clearly there. He loves us no matter what butwe do have to live up to what is expected of us. Love God,ourselves and our neighbors. Forgive those that hurt us andask forgiveness. Live a life a service to God’s people and toHim. God calls us to be loving, welcoming, compassionatepeople who believe in Him and want to spend eternity withHim. We can do our best to follow the example that Christset for us. We can use our gifts and talents to help buildthe Kingdom of God.

Encounter Jesus, Serve Others

Overnight Luggage Neededfor The CALL children

The CALL is a faith-based foster and adoption assistanceservice which Holy Souls supports. The children in fostercare usually do not have any luggage and have to use trashbags to move their belonging when moving from foster hometo foster home. We are collecting overnight size luggage forthese children. They can be new or gently used. Pleasebring your donation to the church or church office by Sun-day, May 19th.

The Shrineof

Our Lady of the Holy SoulsThe Shrine of Our Lady ofthe Holy Souls has nicheswhere the photos of ourdeceased loved ones areplaced. The chapel is aplace of prayer for our lovedones, uniting our prayersas a community with theprayers of Mary our patronand all the saints ofheaven.

You are invited to bring unframed photos to be displayed.We have purchased frames and ask that you bring photosthat are either 4” x 6” or 5” x 7” as no other sizes can beaccommodated. Please bring photos to Church Office.

When you visit the shrine, you may also light a candle inremembrance of deceased loved ones. The candle holder islocated in front of stained glass window as you enter the shrine.

Mass attendance, April 6 & 7 985Mass attendance, April 13 & 14 1,144Mass attendance, April 20 & 21 1,928Mass attendance, April 27 & 28 967

Diocesan Special Collections – Holy Thursday - Seminarians $ 15,406 Good Friday - Holy Land $ 2,781

Weekend Collections – April 6 & 7 $ 33,016 April 13 & 14 $ 19,868 April 20 & 21 $ 29,073 April 27 & 28 $ 16,177 Total April Collections $ 98,134 Total April Budgeted Collections $ 115,000

Actual Collections (7/1/18 - 3/31/19) $ 1,095,909Budgeted (7/1/18 - 3/31/19) $ 1,180,000Amount in deficit of Budget $ ( 84,091)

Children’s Collection - April $ 434

Maintenance Fund $ 1,692

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COLLECTIONS/STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

The Catholic Diocese of Little Rock is committed to protectingchildren and young people. If you are aware of abuse or havebeen abused by clerics, Church volunteers or Church workers,please contact the Vicar General for the Diocese of Little Rockat (501) 664-0340 ext. 361, and the State of Arkansas Hotline

for Crimes against Children at 1-800-482-5964. For pastoral assistance pleasecontact the Victim Assistance Coordinators for the Diocese of Little Rock.Drs. George & Sherry Simon at (501) 766-6001. Diocesan Offices: 2500 N.Tyler Street, Little Rock, AR 72207.

Holy Souls This & That . . .

Thank you for supporting our church!

“A Little Change . . . . Can Change Lives”

BOTTLE

CAMPAIGNStarting next week, Holy Souls will host a Baby BottleCampaign for the Arkansas Pregnancy Resource Center,also known as St. Joseph’s Helpers, and Birthright of LittleRock. Proceeds will help these ministries serve womenexperiencing an unexpected pregnancy by providing alter-natives to abortion. It’s easy to participate! During Mother’sDay weekend, just pick up a bottle in the vestibule and fillit with coins, cash, or a check. Bring your bottle back tothe church by June 2. Thank you for choosing and sup-porting LIFE.

2019 Holy Souls Vacation Bible School

June 17 - 203:00 to 6:00 p.m.

This year’s theme is ROAR! This epic African adventure en-gages the whole herd. At ROAR, kids explore God’s good-ness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them throughthis wild life. VBS is open to children entering K-5th gradesin Fall 2019.

Students entering 6th grade and above are needed as assis-tant crew leaders. We are looking for parents, young adults,and students (6th - 12th) to volunteer.

Register to attend or volunteer to help at our website,www.holysouls.org. Go to: Faith Life - VBS. Contact Wendyat wfloriani@holysouls.org for more information.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Become a part of a great charitable organization andmake a difference not only in your life, but in the livesin your parish and community by giving back. Pleasecall Pete Stabnick at 663-2032 for more informationabout Knights of Columbus Council 812.

for Catholic Men18 years and older

Funeral Luncheon Groups Need YOUHow do you feel about helping a grieving family? Wouldyou like to help make the day of the funeral a little lessstressful? If so, we have an easy wayfor you to do it. Join our funeral lunchgroups and help provide and/or serve ameal to the grieving family. If you work,you can drop the food off at the churchoffice on your way to work. Someone is here by 7:30 a.m.Families have told us how much they appreciate this ministry.Please become a part of it so we can continue to soothe anaching heart. Call the church office or emaillhumphries@holysouls.org to join.

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OUR PARISHIONERS -- Sherry Wortsmith; Corky Zaloudek; Becky Price;Robert Carter; Rita Barthol; Joe Kirchner; Lillian Henriquez; Mary Adney; Rob Mondy;Bob Skarda; Rosie Searle; Jessica Remsing; Kate Evans; Wayne Thomisee; BenjaminStuart; Charlie Baker; Greg Sheard; Micki & Robert Fitzpatrick; Judy Caldarera;Glennabell McCumpsey; Rita Williams; Kay Loss; Tina Pinter; Henry Schulte;Grace Nowak; John Flake; Kim Konecny Mullen; Wally Anger; Jeffrey Smith; AliceStuff; Claire Lieblong; Linda McFall; Pat Keogh; Janet Davis; Sherry Henderson; EdSwain; Jim Limbird; and Dinah Grummer.

OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS -- Carl Calhoun; the JonathanForte Family; the Petty Family; Dorothy Ehlebracht; Fr. Richard Oswald; BettyFranzetti; Scott Helmbeck; Katie Ehemann; Alice Humphries; Scott Snider; JimMurray; Harry Cumnock; Jason Boyd; Michelle Hastings; Rose Thomas; CindiWoodiel; Sara Clevenger; Mark Troillett; Don King; Lynn Worthen; Brant Musgrave;Betty Walker; Clem Egleston; Katie Sanders; Grayson Wood; and ButchKing.

That the Church in Africa, through the commit-ment of its members,may be the seed of unityamong her peoples and a sign of hope for thiscontinent.

Petitions of theMinistry of Praise

May 2019Pope Francis’

Intentions:OUR SEMINARIANS -- especially Martin Amaro and Daniel Velasco.

In order to keep our bulletin prayer list up-to-date for the sick, names will remain onthe list for four weeks. Then their name will be written in the Book of Intercessionwhere they will be remember during every Mass. To continue for another four weeks,please call the church office.

The 2019 Praise and Worship Conference, “Created forWorship” is a two day gathering, Friday, June 14 & Satur-day, June 15. Join us for a weekend of prayer, music teach-ing, and training for people who love praise and worshipmusic, serve in music ministry, or are interested in startinga ministry. Josh Blakesley will be a Special Guest Musi-cian. Admission fee is $35. All ages welcome! Register atwww.holysouls.org. For more information, contact SusejThompson at 501-663-8632 or sthompson@holysouls.org.

George Adam Dunawayson of

Adam & Jenny (Harper) Dunaway

BaptismsPlease welcome the following newly baptized child of Godinto our church community:

What does it mean to have a Mass “offered” for someone?An individual may ask for a priest to offer a Mass for severalreasons: for example, in thanksgiving, for healing, for theintentions of another person (such as on a birthday, as ismost common, for the repose of the soul of someone whohas died).

When a priest offers Holy Mass, he has three intentions:first, to offer the Mass reverently and validly in accord withthe norms of the Church. Second, to offer the Mass in unionwith the whole Church and for the good of the whole Church.Third, to offer the Mass for a particular intention, such asthe repose of the soul of someone who has died.

When a person asks for a Mass to be offered for a particularintention; usually, a stipend is given to the priest for offeringthe Mass (suggested donation is $10).

When we face the death of someone, even a person who isnot Catholic, to have a Mass offered for the repose of hissoul and to offer our prayers are more beneficial andcomforting than any other sympathy card or bouquet offlowers. To have a Mass offered on the occasion of a birthday,anniversary or special need is appropriate, beneficial andappreciated. Mass cards may be sent to individual or family.To offer a Mass Intention, please contact Cindy in the ChurchOffice at 663-8632 or cstabnick@holysouls.org.

SPEAKER SERIESLee Bass, CEO of the Habitat for Humanity for CentralArkansas, will present a program on the mission of thisorganization and detail how folks can become involved withHabitat in working together to build homes, communitiesand hope. Lee will be at St. John’s Center in Fitzgerald Hall(2500 N. Tyler St., Little Rock) on Thursday, May 9 at 7 pm.All are welcome and refreshments will be served. Pleasejoin us for this important event. For more information, callSherry at 501-258-8653.

REGISTRATION FOR NEW MEMBERSRegistration for new members is completed in the church officeor online by visiting our web page, www.holysouls.org. Pleasecontact the church office or go online at www.holysouls.org ifyou have moved, changed your telephone number, movedfrom your parent’s home or graduated from college.

RCIAIf you are interested in becoming Catholic, please call SamanthaDenefe at 501-663-8632 or email sdenefe@holysouls.org.

RETURNING CATHOLICSIf you are interested in returning to the Catholic Church, contactSamantha Denefe at 501-663-8632 or sdenefe@holysouls.org.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATIONSaturdays from 2:30 to 3:30pm and Wednesdays before FirstFriday from 4:30 to 5:00pm or call the church office for anappointment.

CHURCH VISITSThe Church is open from 7am-4pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday,& Friday). Please enter through the chapel door after 9am. OnWednesday, the Church is open from 9am till after the 5:30pmMass. Adoration is on Wednesday from 9am till 5pm.

BAPTISMBaptisms are scheduled on an individual basis. Please callthe church office for more information.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGEContact the church office a minimum of six months in advance.

HOSPITAL STAYSPlease call the church office if you or someone you know is inthe hospital. We want to visit you and pray for you while youare in the hospital.

NURSERYThe Nursery is available in the Parish Hall for your youngchildren (age 5 and younger) for all regular weekend Masses.

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Do not be conquered by evil, but conquer evil with good. (Romans 12:21)

SENIOR HIGH CYM (GRADES 9-12)

CYM meets this Wednesday, May 8, 6-8pm. It will be our formal “Senior Farewell”(though they are still welcome to continuecoming!). Dinner and games will start at 6 pm.

Ensure your spot now by signing up andmaking a $25 deposit for the annual BuffaloRiver Float Trip, Monday, June 17-Thursday, June 20.The cost is $150 (includes transportation, canoe rental, cabinaccommodations, and food). A limited number of spots(based on our number of adult drivers) will be open, and thisis also open to current 8th graders.

SEARCH #146: If you are a current sophomore-senior, this is for you! This is a wonderfulopportunity to make your faith your own as youhear the witness of your peers. The dates are

June 28-30, and it is held at St. John Center here in LittleRock. Registration deadline is June 10, and the cost is$135 (*SCHOLARSHIPS available through Holy Souls andthe Diocese – contact Denise for information).

McGehee Mission Trip: Sign up now forthe Mission Trip to McGehee! We areworking on the adult volunteer drivers, socommit now to guarantee a spot. The dates are June 22-27, and we have some great activities and service planned!Adult volunteers/drivers needed.

CURRENT 8TH GRADERSWelcome to Senior High CYM!Wednesday, May 29, join the Senior Highfor snacks and game night at the BenedictHouse, 6-8 pm.

Buffalo River Float Trip Monday, June 17-Thursday,June 20. Register NOW – we are filling up the spots! ($150and includes transportation, canoe rental, cabinaccommodations & food.)

McGehee Mission Trip, June 22-27. Get the informationfrom Denise soon if you plan to go. Adult volunteers needed.

Now that CYM is over for the schoolyear, be on the lookout for SUMMERactivities like game nights, movienights, service opportunities, etc. Check the bulletin eachweek or give your phone number to Mrs. Denise to receivetexts about what’s happening!

MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 6-8)

To read the daily reading online, go to www.usccb.org/nab/today.shtml

Monday, May 6 Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29No Mass

Tuesday, May 7 Acts 7:51 — 8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; Jn 6:30-357:00 a.m. Mass Msgr. John O’Donnell by Holy Souls Parish

Wednesday, May 8 Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a; Jn 6:35-405:30 p.m. Mass Special Intention for Betty Walker by Mike & Gretchen Gowen

Thursday, May 9 Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-517:00 a.m. Mass Virginia Fetzek by The Fetzek Family

Friday, May 10 ST. DAMIEN DE VEUSTER - Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 6:52-598:15 a.m. Mass For our candidates and wives who are in the Permanent Diaconate Formation Program

Saturday, May 11 Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; Jn 6:60-694:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Regina Dobbins by Deloris Wiedower

Sunday, May 12 FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - Acts 13:14, 43-52; Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5; Rv 7:9, 14b-17; Jn 10:27-308:00 a.m. Mass Frank Gerard by Elaine Gerard10:30 a.m. Mass Intentions of Parishioners5:30 p.m. Mass Frances Berg by Stephen Wells

Mass Intentions may be offered for the Repose of the Soul of a deceased loved one or for healing, a special occasion,or a special intention for yourself, a family member, or friend. Please contact Cindy in the Church Office for more information.