SACRAMENT INFORMATION / CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS SACRAMENTOS

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1 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST 1201 Alma Dr., Plano, TX (Parish) 1105 West 15 th St., Plano TX (Office) Church: Fax: Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9AM-4PM; Friday 9AM-12PM CLERGY Fr. Clifford G. Smith, Pastor Fr. Jack Hopka, Parochial Vicar Fr. Lauro González, M.N.M, Parochial Vicar Deacon Shawn French Deacon Ed Putonti Deacon Juan Jorge Hernandez Deacon Dominic T. Hoang ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: PARISH MANAGER: Melissa Humason PASTOR S ASSISTANT/OFFICE MANAGER: Cathie Seibold SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Connie Istas ASSISTANT TO PAROCHIAL VICAR: Veronica Fonseca CONTRIBUTIONS, MEMBERSHIP, REGISTRAR: Nadya Collard COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST: Adriana Brady FACILITIES MANAGER: Will Alt FACILITIES: Joe Walter YOUTH MINISTRY: DIRECTOR: Megan McQuaid FF COORDINATOR: Linda Watts ADMIN. ASSIST: Cristina Ochoa ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL: PRINCIPAL: Suzanne Bacot PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR: Toni Jobes PARISH ORGANIZATIONS GRUPOS PARROQUIALES Adult Community: Candy Butcher Charismatic Prayer Group (CCR On Fire): Dan Garcia Communion to Home Bound: Parish Office ENDOW: Family & Adult Ministry Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Keenan Fuente de Vida: Pedro García Liturgy Coordinator: Marilou Hernandez Communion Ministers: Mary Jane Heiting Lectors: Jack Carlisle Ushers: Sandy Ptacek Altar Servers: Kathi & Parker Thompson Military Support Group: Andy & Ellen Ray Mom s Group: Teresa Knode Mujer a Mujer: Viviana Olmos Nursery Coordinator: Judy Lyons Pastoral Council: Julius Chambers Pro-Life: JoAnn Murray Provida Ministry: Silvia Caballero Renovación Carismática Católica: Evelyn Colón Rosary Group: Lore Profaizer Rosary Makers: Margaret Woollett Rosario Biblico:Olivia Rojas Rosario Tradicional: Pilar de la Torre Women of St. Mark: Dorette Putonti FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES: CO-DIRECTORS: George & Judy Clark PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Marcela Solis PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Rosalba Hernández ADMIN. ASSIST: Delma Brennan 1 FAITH FORMATION: DIRECTOR RCIA, ADULT & ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: Debbie Betz RICA & AFF (Spanish) Coordinator: Sr. Esther M. Guerrero, mcdp FF COORDINATOR: Ruth Sanchez (Bilingual) FF COORDINATOR: Peggy Theis CHOIRS & MUSIC: Coordinator: Kenton Kravig ADMIN. ASSIST: Christine Carrington CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS ORGANIZACIONES CATÓLICAS Boy Scouts: Ron Imel Catholic Daughters: Mary Cieslewicz Cub Scouts: Michael Karicher Cursillos: Nancy Saucedo Families of Nazareth: Miles & Claudine Humphries Knights of Columbus #6065: Ladies Auxiliary: Alice Alt Marian Movement & Mother Thrice Admirable Schoenstatt: Josephine: Marguerite: Marriage Encounter: Ed & Ann Cabrera Movimiento Familiar Cristiano: Pedro & Jackeline Sanchez Homeschooling: Janet Moos St. Mark Home & School Assn: Theresa Meyers St. Mark School Advisory Council: Bill Wray St. Vincent De Paul: That Man is You: Bryan Quarrles BULLETIN DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM (11 DAYS BEFORE PUBLICATION) PLEASE SUBMIT ALL ENTRIES IN A TIMELY MANNER TO bulletin@stmarkplano.org SACRAMENT INFORMATION / CELEBRACIÓN DE LOS SACRAMENTOS BAPTISM: English classes are held the 1 st Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 12:30 PM. Call the Family & Adult Ministry Office for registration form. CLASSES MAY BE TAKEN BEFORE THE BABY IS BORN. Baptisms are held the 2 nd and 4 th Saturday at 3:45 in English. RECONCILATION: Wednesdays: 6:30-8PM; & Fridays: 4:30-5:15 PM Saturdays: 3:30-5PM, also by appointment. MARRIAGE: Contact the Family & Adult Ministry Office at least 6 months prior to the wedding date. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: 1 st and 3 rd Saturdays of the month at Mass or call the parish office and request a priest. VOCATIONS & CONSECRATED LIFE: Call Fr. John Szatkowski ( ) BAUTISMO: Para niños menores de 7 años las pláticas pre-bautismales son el 3er sábado de cada mes. Es requisito inscribirse en la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos. Los bautizos son el 2º y 4º sábado del mes. Para niños de 7 años o mayores llame a la oficina de Formación de Fe. CONFESIONES: Viernes a las 4:30-5:15PM y sábados: 3:30-5PM. MATRIMONIO: Favor de llamar a la oficina del Ministerio de Familias y Adultos para hacer una cita. Se requieren 6 meses de anticipación. UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: 1 y 3er sábado del mes en la Misa de las 8:30AM en Ingles, último miércoles del mes en la misa de las 7:30PM en español o llame a la oficina. ORDENES SAGRADAS y LA VIDA CONSAGRADA: Llame al P. John Szatkowski ( )

2 5 DE ENERO DEL 2014 JANUARY 5, 2014 Saturday Sábado (1/4) Sunday Domingo (1/5) The Epiphany of the Lord Is 60:1 6 Ps 72 Eph 3:2 3a, 5 6 Mt 2:1 12 Monday Lunes (1/6) St André Bessette, Religious 1 Jn 3:22 4:6; Ps 2; Mt 4:12 17, MASS INTENTIONS & DAILY BIBLE READINGS 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 1:30 PM 3:00 PM 4:30 PM 6:00 PM Jim Hogan Ken Mandell María Concepción Villapando George Stewart People of St. Mark Beatriz Ponce Migaela Lopez Clemente Carroso Mary Nell Chapman Josephine Folvarsky STEWARDSHIP Epiphany Today we remember the three wise men from the East who came to pay homage to the infant Jesus, bringing Him rich gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The gifts we bring our time, service, and some share of what we earn for the work we do are equally precious in His sight. La Epifanía Hoy recordamos a los tres reyes magos del Oriente quienes fueron a rendir homenaje al niño Jesus, trayéndole preciados regalos de oro, incienso y mirra. Los regalos que nosotros traemos nuestro tiempo, servicio y alguna parte de lo que ganamos por el trabajo que hacemos son igualmente preciosos ante Sus ojos. DECEMBER 22 COLLECTION Tuesday Martes (1/7) St Raymond of Penyafort, Priest 1 Jn 4:7 10; Ps 72; Mk 6:34 44 Rosalie Scottino Weir Weekend Collection $ 38,600 DEBT REDUCTION Weekly Mailed in Donations $ 7,278 Weekly Donations $ 224 Wednesday Miércoles (1/8) 1 Jn 4:11 18; Ps 72; Mk 6:45 52 Thursday Jueves (1/9) 1 Jn 4:19 5:4; Ps 72; Lk 4:14 22a Friday Viernes (1/10) 1 Jn 5:5 13; Ps 147; Lk 5:12 16 Saturday Sábado (1/11) 1 Jn 5:14 21; Ps 149; Jn 3: :30 PM 5:30PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM Edward Vollrath Marco Antonio Bramillo Chris Gajdica Josephine Folvarsky Mary Govoni Bill Nunemaker Donald Michael Danny Start Vincent Auzenne Santiago Marengo PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH Please call the Parish Office to add or remove someone from the list. Names will be listed for four weeks. Judy Ahr; Payton Ahr; Robert Ahr; Sofia Alvarado; Elvia Arias; Erica Arias; Jenn Arnold; Raquel Ávila; Wynda Blanco; Jerry Bonniol; Jan Bunton; Clemente Carroso; Marina Devlin; Michael Thomas Donovan; Brandon Engelking; Real Giguere; Ronnie & Phillip Jannetto; Anthony Jennings; Mike Kabaj; Brenda Kinsella; Patricia Kozuch; Arny Landry; Ellie Leonard; Jerry Lewallen; Judy Looney; David Luciano; Sydney Marquis; Margarita Mena; Victoria Mena; José Luis Mendoza; Teresa Mercado; Rita Michael; Mike Murray; Persia Family; Carlyn Prince; Ray Rivera; Angel Reyes; Paulina Reyes; Francisco Rivera; William Ryan; Maria Sanchez; Anita Schoeneberger; Scott Stimberman; Sofia Ventura; Gustavo Vergara New Members, We welcome you to share our life, worship and mission. Register online at stmarkplano.org or ask an usher for a registration form. Online Donations $ 8,016 Total for 2013 $ 64,557 Total Collection $ 53,894 Attendance 5,828 Budget $ 70,000 Sanctuary Improvement Goal $ 250,000 Collections under budget for fiscal year since 7/1/2013 John Paul II High School Family of Faith $ <40,818> Sanctuary Improvements $ 123,309 The Stewardship report for the weekend of December will be posted in next weekend s bulletin. SAFE ENVIRONMENT SESSIONS AMBIENTE SEGURO PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN FAVOR DE NO TRAER NIÑOS Tuesday, January 7 at 7PM Saturday, January 11 at 10AM Tuesday, February 4 at 7PM Saturday, February 8 at 10AM A partir del sábado, 4 de enero habrá una misa de vigilia todos los sábados a las 7PM en español. 2

3 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Lone Rose collection of Baby Items January 11 and 12, 2014 Will you be one of the Wise Men and bring your donations to the Lone Rose collection? Remember the mothers this Christmas Season who need a little help, to brighten their homes as they care for their newborns. Bring new or gently used diapers, bottles, blankets, baby furniture or accessories (no toys) to the crib in the Narthex. Write checks to KC Council Benefitting the White Rose and Birth Choice Crisis Pregnancy Centers. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 6065, in cooperation with the St. Mark Pro Life Committee and St. Mark Pro Vida Ministry. For unto us a child is born. (Is 9:6 7) Narthex. St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry SVDP needs the following items : Tuna Fish Spaghetti Sauce Mac and Cheese Chili Peanut Butter Jelly Diapers (newborn) Bed frames Place items in donation box located in the Narthex. Pick up of large items can be arranged by calling SVDP at ST. MARK COLUMBARIUM: Niches are available. If you would like information or to purchase a niche, please call Cathie Seibold at ext. 222 to schedule an appointment. Brochures are available in the COLUMBARIO DE ST. MARK: Los nichos del columbario de la parroquia están en venta. Para más información llame a Cathie Seibold al Folletos disponibles en el Narthex. The Knights of Columbus & the Ladies Auxiliary Monthly Prayer Service January 9, 2014 at 7PM in the Chapel This prayer service takes place the second Thursday of each month for those in the parish who are ill, recovering from surgery or any other intention. All parishioners are invited to attend and submit names of those individuals for whom prayers are needed. These names will be read during the service. This Parish Prayer Service begins with the Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, reading of the names of those for whom we are praying, the Rosary, hymns, a Litany, and concludes with Benediction. Please call Will Alt at to add names to the list. Pray the Rosary after the 6:30am & 8:30am Masses Come pray with us for the Church, Government and the salvation of souls. Benefits: Gives us a perfect knowledge of Jesus Christ Purifies our souls, washes away venial sin. Gives us victory over all our enemies. Makes it easy to practice virtue and enriches us with grace Sets us on fire with love of Our Lord and Our Lady. 3

4 5 DE ENERO DEL 2014 JANUARY 5, 2014 FAMILY & ADULT MINISTRY - COUNSELING SERVICES MINISTERIOS DE ADULTOS Y FAMILIA - SERVICIOS DE CONSEJERIA We Care Ministry The members of the We Care Ministry would like for us all to remember how blessed we are to be a part of this great Parish. If you or someone you know would like a spiritual companion, let us hear from you! We want to provide a caring voice to our church members who may want more Christian friends. We are here for you! Please contact Martha Bernatis via at mber333@gmail.com or use the new We Care phone number of Leave a message if we are away. It is our intent to call back within 24 hours. Merry Christmas from the We Care Ministry! Endow is a 12 week Catholic educational program that brings women together to discover their God given dignity and to understand their role in humanizing and transforming society. St. Mark Parish offers two unique sessions this Spring: Wednesday mornings starting January 22nd from 10am 12pm, contact Chris Keith (214) for course information. Also, attend a study of Pope Paul VI s encyclical On Human Life (Humanae Vitae), Thursday evenings starting January 23rd from 7 9pm. To register visit : store.endowonline.org/joanne schinstock p1465.aspx or contact Joanne Schinstock (469) Clases para aprender a profundizarse en el arte de orar. El grupo de Los Talleres de Oración y Vida, estará en el nártex después de misa para registros e informes sobre su programa el 26 de enero y 2 de febrero. El programa se iniciará el sábado, 5 de febrero, 7 9 PM. Para mas información llame a Violeta Navarro al Now on Facebook! Check out & LIKE two pages for St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church & School St. Mark Catholic Church Plano,TX St. Mark Catholic School Plano,TX 4 CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Men Apr 5 6 Women Jan Weekend retreat provides an atmosphere for individual growth through prayer, inspiring presentations, and personal reflection. It is also an opportunity to share with others in the parish about the joys and challenges of living a Christian lifestyle in our family life, at work, with friends, and in society. CRISTO RENUEVA SU PARROQUIA Hombres abr Mujeres feb. 8 9 El retiro provee un ambiente para crecimiento individual por medio de la oración, presentaciones conmovedoras, y reflexión. También es una oportunidad para compartir con otros parroquianos sus alegrías y desafíos de vivir una vida Cristiana en su vida familiar, en el trabajo, con amigos, y en la sociedad. NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP begins on January 16 and meets for 9 consecutive Thursdays, 7PM 8:30PM, St. Mark Parish Center, 1105 W. 15 th St. New Day is for anyone who has lost a loved one to death. Participants work through the tasks of grief in an atmosphere of caring and understanding. Cost: $20 (workbook). Registration required. Call Newcomer Event New Members of St. Mark are invited to a Newcomer Welcome on January 23, 2014 at 6:30PM for a reception in the Great Room. Parish staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide information on various St. Mark ministries, organizations and activities. Please notify the Family & Adult Ministry Office at if you plan to attend. Bienvenida a Nuevos Parroquianos Nuevos Parroquianos de St. Mark están invitados a una Recepción de Bienvenida el 23 de Enero de 2014 a las 6:30PM empezando con una recepción en el Great Room del Parish Center. El equipo parroquial y voluntarios estarán disponibles para contestar preguntas y proveer información sobre los ministerios, organizaciones y actividades de la parroquia. Por favor avise al Pastoral Familiar al si piensan asistir a la recepción. Annual Women s Multi-Parish Retreat 2014 Embracing Our Sacred Journey of Wisdom with Robin Hebert Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 9:30 AM 3:30 PM Mass celebrated at 9:00 AM Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 1914 Ridgeview Dr., Allen, TX Fee: $35 by February,4 th $45 after February 4 th Fee includes lite breakfast and lunch

5 ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION: ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY KNIGHTS CORNER Council 6065 Assembly 2266 Happy and Holy New Year to you and your family! From the Faith Formation Staff Debbie, Sr. Esther, Ruth and Peggy As you look back over the past year and look ahead to the New Year, remember all the family traditions that make certain days especially memorable for your family. Family traditions are very important. We wish you great joy in the New Year. May you greet each day with praise for God and all his creation. No Elementary Faith Formation classes on: Sunday, December 29 Wednesday, January 1, 2014 Sunday, January 5, 2014 FELIZ AñO NUEVO Les deseamos un feliz y santo Año Nuevo a ustedes y a su familia! Del equipo de Formación de Fe Debbie, Hermana Esther, Ruth y Peggy Al reflexionar sobre el año pasado y mirar hacia el futuro del año nuevo, acuérdense de todas las tradiciones familiares que hacen que ciertos días sean especialmente memorables para su familia. Las tradiciones familiares son muy importantes. les deseamos un año nuevo lleno de alegría. Un año en que ustedes puedan empezar cada mañana alabando a Dios y toda su creación. No habrá clases de formación de fe: Domingo, de Diciembre 29 Miércoles, 1 de Enero Domingo, 5 de Enero Listen to Catholic Radio KATH 910 AM Escucha Radio Católica KJON 850 AM Knight of the Month Congratulations to Pete Maurer who was named Knight of the Month for December. Pete was selected for this honor because of his high energy in obtaining donations for Bingo and for his continuing efforts in leading the mentoring program for new members of the Knights of Columbus. Family of the Month Congratulations to the Kuglin family who was named Family of the Month for December. They were selected because of Fred s deep involvement with Bingo and in his arranging for donations to the Bread Ministry. Karin is very involved with advertising for the Bingo as well as being one of the founders of the Council s Ladies Auxiliary. Computer Refurbishing Used CPUs (especially Pentium 4 or equivalent and newer), monitors, printers, scanners, fax machines, pointing devices (mice) as well as CDs and DVDs are being accepted for donation to the Computers for the Blind organization. Please call Gil Brand at for information. He can provide a charitable receipt for your donations. Gil s address is president@computersfortheblind.net. For more information about the organization, the website is Please do NOT leave any used computer equipment in the Bethany Narthex or in the Ushers Room. This information will be repeated here every two to three weeks for your use. Flags and Electronics Recycling for Special Olympics Unserviceable flags continue to be collected in the flag box which is now located inside the Usher s Room. If you are not familiar with the location of the Usher s Room, please ask an usher for directions. Used cell phones, inkjet cartridges, digital cameras, camcorders, and hand held electronic games can also be placed in this box. The flags will be disposed of in a proper manner. All electronic equipment will be recycled by an environmentally responsible company and the proceeds from the recycling will be donated to Special Olympics. Special Note: If you see a flag on a business establishment that is in need of replacement, please talk with the store manager, thank him for flying the Stars and Stripes, and ask that the unserviceable flag be replaced and given to you. You should then place the flag into the flag box identified above. The flag is the symbol of our nation and it is important that it be displayed and maintained properly. If you would prefer not to speak with the store manager, please provide the necessary information (store name and location) to either Bill Ptacek on or Paul Krusac on and we will contact the appropriate store personnel. 5

6 5 DE ENERO DEL 2014 JANUARY 5, 2014 Youth & Young Adult Ministries News! Noticias del Ministerio de Jóvenes & Jóvenes Adultos! Youth Grades /2014 Faith Formation! No Faith Formation through January 9. Sessions will resume the week of January 12! Catechists Needed We are looking for Catechist and Catechist Aids for the following sessions: Sunday 4 5:30PM, Thursday 7 9:30PM, Monday 7 8:30PM & Wednesday 7 9:30PM. Call or visit our office for more information. Souper Bowl of Caring, February 1 & 2 Donations go to St. Vincent De Paul! sign up at the Youth Office or contact cristina.ochoa@stmarkym.org Due to Souper Bowl of Caring there will be NO Faith Formation on Sun., February 2. Service Opportunity: Spaghetti Dinner Knights of Columbus Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 6:30 8:30PM Cafetorium To sign up call the Youth Office or e mail cristina.ochoa@stmarkym.org High School R.A.D. Night Tues., Tuesday, January 14, 21, PM in the Youth House Middle School Youth Group Social Saturday, January 25 from 7 9pm in Youth Center / cost: $5 Signed Permission Form is Required Happy Birthday to all the January Birthdays! Felicidades a todos los que cumplen en el mes de enero! Follow us twitter.com/stmevangelion facebook.com/stmarkplanoyouthministry Spirit Mass Sunday 6PM On January 18, 2014, Dallas will mark the 41st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, legalizing abortion in America and leading to the death of over 55 million unborn children. Join Bishop Kevin Farrell and thousands of people of faith to pray for an end to the scourge of abortion on our city and country, to witness publicly, and rally and march for a Culture of Life. Due to the ever increasing size of this event, Bishop Farrell has moved the Roe Memorial Mass to the convention center in Dallas (seating 9,000!) beginning at 1PM (note new time) with homilist Father Alfonse Nazzaro. Due to limited parking, it is advised that participants use the DART or other public transportation. And for the first time, a Youth Rally featuring World Youth Day Musician Steve Angrisano will precede the Mass (12:30PM, doors open at 11:30AM). For a complete schedule of events and volunteer opportunities visit 6

7 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY WHAT S HAPPENING AT ST. MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Leave Your Legacy at St. Mark Legacy Bricks are on sale for a limited time. Visit the school website for additional information about this opportunity to leave your own personal and permanent impression at St. Mark for generations to come. St. Mark School Open House Tuesday, January 28, :30AM JOB OPPORTUNITIES Faith Formation Assistant St. Mark is seeking a Faith Formation Assistant in the Youth Ministry Department. This employee will be required to set up all rooms for faith formation with any materials needed for the lessons; set up cones and direct parking lot traffic; monitor faith formation classes and provide support to the catechists; direct and supervise student volunteers; work closely with the Faith Formation Coordinator and provide them administrative assistance as duties allow during class; attend spring middle school and high school confirmation retreats; and get to know the youth in the program and provide a strong adult role model for them. Job Requirements: Dependable and organized, skilled in multi tasking Must be available to work the following hours: Sun. 8:30AM 10PM, Mon Tues. 6 9PM, Wed Thurs. 6 10PM, Sat. Feb 22nd and March 1. Strong Catholic role model for the youth of St. Mark and has a gift for relating to middle and high school students. Proficient in or willing to learn Microsoft Office and Filemaker Pro data entry software Bilingual preferred For more information or to submit a resume please contact Megan Mcquaid, Director of Youth Ministry at mmcquaid@stmarkplano.org or PARISH LIBRARY Open Mon Thurs 9AM 12PM & Wed. 3:30 5PM Book Drop in 2nd Library door is open 24/7 Books for Parents: Parenting Your Teenager Believe it or not, Your Teen Wants Your Guidance by David Elkind, Ph.D. From Innocence to Entitlement A Love and Logic Cure for the Tragedy of Entitlement by Jim Fay & Dawn Billings, M.A.,LPC DVD: The Way Book: The Prison Angel Mother Antonia's Journey from Beverly Hills to a Life of Service in a Mexican Jail by Mary Jordan and Kevin Sullivan EUCHARISTIC ADORATION/ ADORACIÓN EUCARÍSTICA At St. Mark we have 24 hour Adoration each Friday starting at 9AM and ending before 8:30AM mass on Saturday. There are also 2 hours of silent Adoration on Tuesdays from 7 9PM. Please join us. En St. Mark hay adoración las 24 horas todos los viernes a partir de las 9AM y termina antes de la Misa de las 8:30AM el sábado. También hay 2 horas de adoración silenciosa, los martes de 7 9PM. Por favor, acompáñenos. Have your next event or celebration at the St. Mark Parish Center inside the Great Hall or McGivney Hall! These venues are perfect for weddings, quinceañeras, baby showers, conferences, meetings, seminars and more. DID YOU KNOW? There are two impressive venues available for rental? Great Hall seats 320 ; McGivney Hall seats 125. For information or to schedule a tour, please contact the parish office at or at church@stmarkplano.org. Immigration & Legal Services West Dallas Branch 2843 Lapsley Street, Dallas TX (214) * By appointment Only Hours of Operation: M W & Friday 8am 12noon and 1 4pm Thurs. 8am 12noon and 1 2pm Closed SAT & SUN Altar Flower Honorariums Honorariums for the Altar Flowers are accepted. If you would like to dedicate the weekend flowers for a special intention, please contact the Parish Office at THANK YOU BULLETIN SPONSORS! Please patronize our Bulletin Sponsors. It is through their support that this bulletin is made possible at NO cost to our Parish. Bring the bulletin with you or mention their ad when you visit or call their business. Let them know YOU SAW IT HERE. 7

8 5 DE ENERO DEL 2014 JANUARY 5, 2014 Plans are underway for the 2014 St. Mark Community Carnival!! Committee Meeting: January 20, 2014, 7PM in West Wing, #2 of Pastoral Bldg. Carnival Dates: October 10 12, 2014 Your talents, ideas, and connections are needed to make this fun filled, community building fund raiser a success! If you are interested in being on the committee, please join us at our next planning meeting or contact Claudine Humphries, Carnival Chair or Claudine.humphries@gmail.com AROUND THE DIOCESE Catholic Night at the Mavericks Game Purchase your tickets for the first ever Catholic Night at the Mavericks Game on Sunday, January 26 at American Airlines Center. Join hundreds of fellow Catholics and cheer on the Mavs as they take on the Detroit Pistons. It s a great way to kick off National Catholic Schools Week and build community. Choose from two great ticket prices: $27 (Reg. $33) or $14 (Reg. $17) (All seats are located on the Terrace Level 300 Sections.) Lower level tickets available. Call for pricing. Orders with payment are filled on first come, first served basis and are subject to availability. We will sell out! Contact Mavs rep Brittany Kucia at to purchase your tickets now! Young Catholic Professionals Meeting Tuesday, January 8 The mission of YCP is to encourage young adults (in their 20s and 30s, single & married) working in various professions to Work in Witness for Christ. Join us on Tuesday, January 8 for our monthly executive speaker series and Christmas Party featuring Gerry Jacob, CEO of Wellfirst Health. The event will be held at St. Rita Catholic Church (12521 Inwood Rd. Dallas, TX. ) from 7PM to 9PM. 8

9 ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC COMMUNITY PRAYER FOR THE EPIPHANY Lord Jesus may your light shine our way, as once it guided the steps of the magi: that we too may be led into your presence and worship you, the Child of Mary, the Word of the Father, the King of nations, the Savior of mankind; to whom be glory for ever. 9