Fr. John Marconi, Pastorjmarconi@holysouls.org

Fr. Tom Marks, Associate PastorDeacon John Hall

Deacon Lawrence H. JegleyLynn Bauman, Music Director

Samantha Denefe, Director of Evangelization& Faith Formation

Denise F. Morbit, Director of Youth MinistryLaura G. Humphries, Parish Life Director

Susie Williams, Facilities & Events CoordinatorShelley Tienken, Business Manager

Nan Connell, AccountantCindy Stabnick, Church SecretaryEdna de Noble, Pastoral Secretary

Ileana Dobbins, Principal

Church Office .......................... (501) 663-8632School ..................................... (501) 663-4513Cafeteria ................................. (501) 663-6125Extended Care ........................ (501) 663-7438

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

“Encounter Jesus, Serve Others.”

Website: www.holysouls.org E-mail: office@holysouls.org

TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - August 21, 2016

THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OFOUR LADY OF HOLY SOULS

invites you to

Come and See RCIA NightRCIA: The Rite of Christian Initiation of AdultsThe process of becoming a Roman Catholic Christian

Classes beginningThursday, August 25 ~ 6pm ~ Parish Hall

(Child Care & Dinner provided)

RCIA is for those wishing to learn more about the Catholicfaith for their own personal faith journey or for possiblemembership into the Catholic Church. We invite you to our“Come and See “ session on August 25th .

If you would like to join us, contact Samantha Denefe atsdenefe@holysouls.org or (501) 663-8632.

“Frozen”

For all newcomers and current parishioners

Join us forMargaritas & Snow Cones

as we welcome our new parishionersto our Holy Souls family

Saturday, August 27th5:15 to 6:30 p.m.

in front of the church**Will be moved to Parish Hall in case of bad weather.

Holy Happy Hour

Works of Mercy

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

Benedict House (BH); School (S)

Monday, August 22:No 7am Mass10am Seniors Social, PH;6:30pm Men’s Club Poolside Meeting, Leawood Pool

Tuesday, August 23:7am Mass, CH

Wednesday, August 24:9am Adoration, CH;5:15pm Benediction, CH;5:30pm Mass,CH

Thursday, August 25:7am Mass, CH;6pm “Come & See” RCIA Night, PH

Friday, August 26:No 7am Mass;8:15am School Mass, CH

Saturday, August 27:No 8am Mass2:45-3:45pm Confessions, CH;4pm Vigil Mass, CH;5:15pm “Frozen” Holy Happy Hour,

in front of the ChurchSunday, August 28:

8am Mass, CH;10am Mass, CH;5:30pm Mass, CH

CALENDARThis Week at Holy Souls . . .

Instruct the Ignorant

for August

Liturgical Notes . . .

~ This Week (August 21 -27) ~Scripture:

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizingthem in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of theHoly Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I havecommanded you. And behold, I am with you always, untilthe end of the age.” Mt 28:19-20

Challenge:In all of Jesus’ teachings, he preached mercy. Jesus callsus to apply mercy in all situations in life; how are youfollowing his teachings?

Ways:

• If you have a special gift or talent, share it with someoneelse.

• Read a Catholic book and expand your knowledge of ourfaith.

Title of Jesus for August“Teacher”

“He taught in their synagogues and was praised by all.” Lk 4:15

Next Weekend’sLITURGICAL MINISTERS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 4PM MASSServers: T. Bornhoft, L. Bozeman, T. Genz, H. Matheny;EMC: J. Bregy; Lectors: C. Gunderman, R. Magri;Ushers: D. Ketter, R. MondySUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 8AM MASSServers: W. Krause, A. Stephens, C. & A. Thornton;EMC: C. Lantz; Lectors: A. Thomisee, T. Wahlgreen;Ushers: R. Seay, E. Swain10AM MASSServers: H. Handley, J. Harper, N. Nolder, J. Riley;EMC: G. O’Connor; Lectors: S. Fratesi, H. Taillac;Ushers: B. Dare, M. Flynn5:30PM MASSServers: J. Duke, Z. & L. Robbins, S. Weeks;EMC: C. Stabnick; Lector: J. Kilpatrick;Ushers: W. Morris, P. Stabnick

You Are InvitedTo Participate In

A 20 Week Study Of ACTS

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Understanding My ValueTo My Church Community

Whoever exalts himself will be humbled;but whoever humbles himself will be exalted. Mt 23:12

I was speaking with a friend recently who works withpregnant, homeless women. I was in awe, amazed by themany ways that he is helping them right their lives andbegin again. But all he could talk about was how humbledhe is by the whole experience and how moved he is bybeing in their presence. Through his humble and often difficultexperiences of working with these women who are strugglingto provide by themselves and their newborn children, myfriend has been exalted—not to a position of power orinfluence but, rather, to a place nearer the heart of God.Such exaltation—rooted in humble service—is the only kindworthy of our walk with God. For the work we do throughGod begins when we kneel before our Creator. It comes tofruition when we kneel before those in need, offering ourlives in service.

An excerpt from Living Faith

Our walk with God, I really think that is a beautiful phrase. Iwalk just about everyday (if it wasn’t for my Gracie girl, myyellow lab, I probably would skip a day or two) and duringthose walks I talk over things with God. This time with himis special and it helps me stay focused on what is reallyimportant - that I need God desperately in my life.

Jesus calls us to follow him, to spend time with him andwhen we do we receive great benefit from it. Our faith lifegrows and we can learn to be a disciple of Jesus, helpingothers, loving others, seeing others as God sees them, ashis sons and daughters, our brothers and sisters. Normally,we all want to help our families and if we look at others asour family we will want to help them. There are lots of peoplethat need us, that need our care and love. We must find away to help them, and it is a personal decision to do so. Itis definitely good for us as well because we must serveothers to reach heaven. In helping others our faith can grow.What can we do today that will help another person?

Encounter Jesus, Serve Others.

The Study of ACTSThe Spread of the Kingdom

WHEN? Tuesday Mornings, 9:45-11:45Study is divided into two 10 week sessions.Session one runs September 13 throughNovember 15Session two runs January 10 through March 14

WHERE? Holy Souls Parish HallWHAT? ACTS, The Spread of the Kingdom

The ACTS of the Apostles spans almostthirty years following the resurrection ofJesus, during which time the earlyChristians “turned the world upsidedown” while spreading the Good News.Acts provides an unparalleled glimpse ofthe power and guidance of the HolySpirit, the lives of the early Christians,and the seeds of the Church.

COST? $29.95 for the workbook.MATERIALS? In addition to the workbook, a Catholic

Bible and The Catechism of the CatholicChurch will be helpful.

RSVP? RSVP to Joan Swenson (821-2161) byMonday, August 29th, so material can beordered. Checks may be mailed to:

Joan Swenson,24 Bellegarde Dr.,Little Rock, AR 72223

Monday, August 226:30 p.m.

Leawood Pool

MEN’S CLUB POOLSIDE GATHERING

All men of the parish are invited to the annual Poolside Gathering on Monday, August 22, atthe Leawood Pool, 8723 Evergreen, at 6:30pm. Join them for fellowship, swimming, and fun-- no meeting this month. Food on the grill will be provided as well as beverages.

Mass attendance, August 6 & 7 1,023Mass attendance, August 13 & 14 1,198

Weekend Collections – August 6 & 7 $ 25,523 August 13 & 14 $ 19,521Total August Collections $ 45,044Total Aug. Budgeted Collections $ 120,000

Actual Collections (7/1/16 - 7/31/16) $ 109,740Budgeted (7/1/16 - 7/31/16) $ 110,000Amount in deficit of Budget $ ( 260)

Children’s collections - Aug. 2016 $ 217

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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!

CHANGE INMASS SCHEDULE

Since Fr. Tom has been made Chaplain for the CarmeliteSisters, effective immediately we will not have a 7amMonday Morning Mass at Holy Souls. Also there willnot be an 8am Mass on Saturdays, except on the FirstSaturday on each month.

For those that would like to go to daily Mass on Mondays,here are your options:

Carmelite Sisters: 6:30 a.m.Cathedral of St. Andrews: 7:15 a.m.Christ the King: 7:50 a.m.St. Theresa: 8:00 a.m.St. Vincent’s Hospital: 12 Noon

During the school year, Mass will be normally be offeredat 8:15 a.m. only on Fridays (Occasionally, School Masswill be offered on another day. Watch bulletin.) The 7amMass will be offered when there is no School Mass onFriday.

The Parish Choir will begin rehearsals with a 6:00pm dinneron Wednesday, September 7. Following are answers tosome common questions. Singing in a parish choir givesmembers many opportunities to grow musically, pastorallyand spiritually. I hope this Q&A helps you to prayerfullyconsider whether music ministry is an area of service thatis the right fit for you.

Who is welcome to join the choir?All are welcome. Every person in the choir brings his orher own unique gifts. Some are experienced singers, somenot. Some read music, some don’t. Some are outgoing,some are shy. Every person brings the sacred mystery ofrelationship with God to be expressed in song, prayer andfriendship. Every person is willing to listen and learn howto pray in song.

Do I have to audition?No. Auditions are not required.

When does the choir sing?At the 10am Mass every Sunday beginning the Sundayafter Labor Day, September 11 through Corpus Christi, June18.

When does the choir rehearse?Our first rehearsal will be September 7 with dinner at 6pmin Parish Hall and a short rehearsal following. All otherrehearsals are on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 in the Church.There are some exceptions around our Feast Day (AllSaints) and other major Holidays.

What do I do if I’m interested in joining the choir?Call Lynn in the church office. 501-663-8632 ext 206 oremail lbauman@holysouls.org to let us know that you wantto join the choir. We will save a place for you at the dinnerand at rehearsal.

PLEASE JOIN US!!!!!

Visit us on FACEBOOK

www.facebook.com/OLHSAR

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Petitions of theMinistry of Praise

General Petition:That sports may be an opportunity for friendly en-counters between people and may contribute topeace in the world.

Mission Petition:That Christians may live the Gospel, giving witnessto faith, honesty, and love of neighbors.

August, 2016

Pray for . . .OUR PARISHIONERS -- Jessica Odle Remsing; AidanRemsing; Jeffery Bowers; Rose Bartsch; Luke Siria; JohnLock; Millie McManus; Dorothy Ehlebracht; Debbie Odle;Nathan Baltz; Jeanne Kreth; Annabelle Giardina; SherryWortsmith; Bob Skarda; Annette Kagy; Mary Limon; GregKitterman; Annette Tracy; Jack Matthews; John Kagy;Corky Zaloudek; John McKay; Becky Price; Msgr. ThomasSebaugh; Cathy Springstead; Everett Burnam; Rose Stuart;Carolyn Cia; David Murley; Fran Otten; Robert Carter; ShannonPerry; Rita Barthol; and Joe Kirchner.

OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS -- Phil Marks;Curt Rahilly; Carl Calhoun; the Jonathan Forte Family;the Petty Family; Bob Hambuchen; Stephanie Gordon;Patti Stoiber; Janelle Sprenger; Pam Hawkins; Don Henry;Myra Tackett; Rayna McKey; Mary Jo Pilcher; Msgr. JohnO’Donnell; Jimmy Webster; and Clark Rabon.

OUR SEMINARIANS -- especially Joseph de Orbegozo andStephen Elser.

In order to keep our bulletin prayer list up-to-date for the sick, nameswill remain on the list for four weeks. Then their name will be written inthe Book of Intercession where they will be remember during everyMass. To continue for another four weeks, please call the church office.

Thursday August 25th

Join us this month in welcoming Nicole Lashbrook. Nicoleis the Executive Director for the Arkansas PregnancyResource Center/St. Joseph’s Helpers. Her topic “MercyAmong Us - Loving the Unborn and Their Mothers” willprovide us insight on the work of the Arkansas PregnancyResource Center through the ministry of St. Joseph’sHelpers. We will be meeting in the downstairs room of TheFlying Saucer downtown Little Rock at 7:00. Food will beprovided. We accept donations at the door. See you soon!

Contact Amy Wisniewski (wisni.amy@gmail.com) or DavidClement (dtcleme@gmail.com) with any questions orcomments. You can also find us on Facebook: Theologyon Tap - Central Arkansas.

Baptisms

Avery Mitchell Grandboisson of

Seth & Jessica (Jolly) Grandbois

Hunter Lee Sheltonson of

Luke & Meredith (Hartz) Shelton

Please welcome the following newly baptized childof God into our church community:

GIVING THANKS WHEN YOU SHOPPlease be sure to thank the generous advertisers in ourbulletin. Through their participation, our parish receives ourweekly bulletin free of charge. Also check out our web pagesponsors.

JOB OPENINGCoordinator of Faith Formation

Our Lady of the Holy Souls is seeking a part timeCoordinator of Faith Formation. This positionupholds the mission of the Church to evangelizeand bring others to Christ through formation andcatechesis of the youth and their families. Thisposition will work closely with Director ofEvangelization and Faith Formation on programssuch as PRE and Sacrament preparation alongwith developing new programs to help form thefaith of our families.

For the full job description please emailsdenefe@holysouls.org. Deadline for applicationis August 28, 2016.

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 2:45 to 3:45pm 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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“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations,baptizing them in the name of the Father,

and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19).

Around the Diocese . . .MEMORIAL GARDEN FOR THE UNBORN - The officialdedication of the Arkansas Memorial Garden for the Unbornwith Bishop Anthony Taylor is Sunday, September 4, at 2 p.m.The Memorial Garden is located at 1515 South University Ave.at the Life Center. The AR Memorial Garden for the unborn isan outreach of Father Thomas Keller’s Life Center, AR Rightto Life and the Rachel Memorial Foundation, Inc. to honor thelives of unborn children killed by legal abortion or naturalcauses. All are welcome to enjoy the peaceful, natural beautyand grace of healing and hope that the garden offers.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Arkansas Pregnancy ResourceCenter is taking applications for a Part-Time Nurse Manager.Ideal candidates should be experienced nurses seekingfewer hours with a strong desire to serve. Nurses providepregnancy confirmation and options counseling to women intheir first trimester of pregnancy. Applicants must be able toprovide limited ultrasounds scans. Training provided. Ourmission is to empower individuals to make healthy lifechoices. All candidates should be currently licensed andcommitted to pro-life service. Contact Nicole Lashbrook,Executive Director at 227-7944 or email resume toDirector@PregnancyLittleRock.com.

SENIOR HIGH

Our first CYM meeting will be Wednesday, September 7,7-9 pm. Come celebrate Denise’s 55th birthday! Dinnerserved. Bring a friend! Details to come soon. It’ll be agood time to check out all the events/topics we have plannedfor this exciting new year of growing in faith!

JUNIOR HIGH (grades 6-8)

Junior High Leadership team (JYAT) will begin formingafter school begins. If you are a member of Holy SoulsCYM but not the school, I encourage you also to apply!Contact the Church office if you would like an application.Applications due Thursday, September 1.

When you (or a member of your fam-ily) goes into the hospital, please reg-ister as a Catholic and also let thechurch office know. Then, at St.Vincent, Baptist Hospital and UAMSyou will have the opportunity to receive

HOSPITAL STAYS

Communion daily. Holy Souls Parish wants to pray foryou while you are in the hospital. Sometimes we do notfind out until our parishioners have gone home. Also,please call the church office on your discharge. We appre-ciate being kept informed!

MSM/CHS REUNIONSClass reunion events for Mt. St. Mary and Catholic High CLASScontact Nicole Murphy at chsmsmclassof1986@gmail.com

Calling ALL Members of CHS/MSM CLASSES OF 1976Our 40th reunion celebration will be October 14 and 15. Pleasecheck out our website at www.76msmchs.com orContact: John Carroll @ (501) 920-4650 or Suzanne ClaudDobbins @ (501) 681-0780 or Class FB page CHS/MSM76

Have an Everlasting Influenceon our Parish!

You can have an everlasting influence on thelives of families in our parish. Please contactyour attorney and instruct him or her to includea bequest for Holy Souls in your will.

Monday, August 22 QUEENSHIP OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY - 2 Thes 1:1-5, 11-12; Ps 96:1-5; Mt 23:13-22No 7:00 a.m. Mass

Tuesday, August 23 ST. ROSE OF LIMA - 2 Thes 2:1-3a, 14-17; Ps 96:10-13; Mt 23:23-267:00 a.m. Mass Dalton Dailey by Kathy & Ray Hightower

Wednesday, August 24 ST. BARTHOLOMEW - Rv 21:9b-14; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Jn 1:45-515:30 p.m. Mass Leonard Nowak by Grace Nowak

Thursday, August 25 ST. LOUIS, ST. JOSEPH CALASANZ - 1 Cor 1:1-9; Ps 145:2-7; Mt 24:42-517:00 a.m. Mass Giesla Spieker by Holy Souls Seniors

Friday, August 26 1 Cor 1:17-25; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 10-11; Mt 25:1-13No 7:00 a.m. Mass8:15 a.m. School Mass Corrin Buckner by Roberta Cagle

Saturday, August 27 ST. MONICA - 1 Cor 1:26-31; Ps 33:12-13, 18-21; Mt 25:14-30No 8:00 a.m. Mass4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Special Intention of Kristine Baker by Mary Pate

Sunday, August 28 22ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME -Sir 3:17-18, 20, 28-29; Ps 68:4-7, 10-11; Heb 12:18-19, 22-24a; Lk 14:1, 7-14

8:00 a.m. Mass Nellie Nowak by Grace Nowak10:00 a.m. Mass Intentions of Parishioners5:30 p.m. Mass Frank Gerard by Barbara Grafe

ADDITIONAL MASS INTENTIONS:Paul Biltz

Liturgy Schedule and Mass Intentions

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