Rev. Dr. James Viek, Pastor Mr. Matk Gang, Deacon Ms. Julie M. Roberts, Minister of Music Mrs. Lois Colosia Director of Religious Education Ms. Donna Jones, Youth Minister Parish Office ‘501 South Moore Rd Chattanooga, TN 37412 423-622-7232/fax 423-624-2686! web: myolph.com ‘Mr Ralph Christiana, Business Manager Mrs, Pam Franklin, Parish Secretary Mrs. Rose Hayeraft, Parish Bookkeeper Mrs, Laura Delgado Moore, Comité de Diversidad School Office 505 South Moore Re Chattanooga, TN 37412 423.622-1481/fax 423-622-2016) web: myolph.com Mr, Jeri Melnturf, Principal Mrs, Hannah Jones, Administrative Assistant Mrs Teresa Hennen, Admissions Mass Schedule ‘Sundays: 5:30 pm Saturday Vigil: 7:30 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm (Spanish) CChildcen’s Liturgy 10:00 am (4 yrs & up) ‘Communion Service: Weekdays 6:30 am ‘Weekdays: Monday 12:00 pm, Tuesday-Saturday 8:15 am, Holy Days: To be Announced First Fridays: 8:15 am and 5:30 pm Our see of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Rev. Michael Creson, Associate Pastor Confessions: Saturdays 4:00-5:00 pm or by appointment Baptisms: Call the parish office to make an appointment Marriages: Call a priest before a date is set, Arrangements must be made four months in advance of wedding date, Siek Calls/Communion Calls: If you are hospitalized call the Parish Office. We will not be notified by the hospital due to patient confidentiality. Emergency sick calls are answered at any time. Arrangements can be made to bring communion to homebound parishioners for any reason. Parish Information: ‘Nursery: During 10:00 am Mass Sundays in Madonna Hall Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): 6:30 pm Wednesdays in the Parish Life Center from late September until Easter. Parish School of Religion (PSR): Sundays from 8:45 am ~ 9:45 am from late September until May Parish Registration: All new parishioners are asked to register in the parish as soon as possible, Call or come by the Parish Office, Also, please let us know if you are moving out of our parish. Parish Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-4:00 pm; Friday 8:00-3:30, ‘School Office Hours: August-May 8:00am.-3:00 pm; June & July Wednesdays 9:00am-2:00 pm. Parish Prayer Line: Call Phil Gilles 821-1400 or Donna Weeks 622-8180 for prayer requests Comité de Diversidad/Unity & Diversity Committee: Lunes 10:00 ar-12:00 pm.‘OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CHURCH CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE Mass Intentions beginning this Saturday: May 14 8:15AM Ints, Of Mike Clark May 14 8:00PM —+Sonny Shackleford May 15 730AM — +Kelly McCauley May 15 10:00AM —+Mary Margaret Neuhoff May 15 ++Suzanne Stephens May 15 Parish Family May 16 +Mary Margaret Newhoff May 17 Ints. Of Gail Schoenborn May 18 +Mary Margaret Newhoff May 19 +Joyce Marie Lane Treadway May 20 +Mary Margaret Newhoff & ‘Amanda Swartout May 21 +Doug Reardon May 21 +Frank & Marie Ruggiero May 22 +Doug Reardon May 22 Ints Robert & Joanne Hotchkiss +Henry C. Sindos +Amanda Swartout & Jessica Lillian Backer Parish Family (+Deceased) May 22 12:00 PM. May 22 2:00 PM Mon. The bulletin deadline is noon. Clase de Biblia en Espanol Lunes a las 10:00 am. Tues. Contemporary Choir 6:30: Fr. Jim's Bible Study....7:00 PM PLC ...Bring your Bible, The Prophets, walking with God in the Covenant. No Class May 17, OLPH 8" Grade Liturgy Class May 24 & 31st (last day of class until the Fall) June 5-10, Fall Creek Falls Retreat Wed. Bridge Players/St. Brigid’s Craft Groups, 10-2 in the Parish Life Center. Choir rehearsal 6:30-8:00 pm Boy Scout Troop 115 7:00- ‘Thurs. Hispanic Choir rehearsal 7:00 pm Sat. Cursillista’s after 8:15 AM Mass in Parish Office Rosary 9:00 a.m. daily in the church. Join us for a Korean Mass the 2™ Sunday of the month at 4:00 PM. 4°85, WA Sal FARA) Prayers for Expectant Parents: If you are expecting child and would like your names to be included on the prayer board by our Blessed Mother please call Pam in the church office 423-622-7232 or Cathy Oliver 706-673- 3029. When your baby arrives please call this number to {et us know so we can inform your parish family who has been praying for you and your family. Flowers on the Altar this weekend are given by Frances Cowan in loving memory of Leland Cowan. Join us in Holy Family Hall next weekend for free blood pressure checks. ‘Vw tis buat enine st ww Theale om May 15, 2011 Fourth Sunday of Easter Lector & Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion Schedule: Sat, May 21 at 5:30 pm E. Buske, C. Blake Lectors Deacon, T. Melvin, S. Makemson, B. Lombardo, R. Dorris Sun, May 22 at 7:30 Mass J, Goodhard, T. Mullinax Lectors B. Reardon, J. Reinert, J. Trimble EMHC 10:00 S. Castle, S, Lindner Lectors; G. Raabe, T. Smith, C. Runge, C. Amt, B, Dougherty, 1. Crutch, J. Fava, T. Amt, R. Castle EMHC 12:00 A. Wells, I. White Lectors U. Berge, B. DePrez, M. DePrez, M. McKenzie, M. Pomerance, M. Simpson, 8. Sullivan, E. Warwick, D. Watkins 2:00 E. Matias (I) M. Felix (D) J. Matias (1) EMHC Thank you for your ministry. Ifyou are not able to serve please find a Feplacement, Many Cultures-One Faith All are welcome: No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church; no matter what your current family or marital situation; no matter what your past or present situation; no matter what your personal history, age, background, race etc.; no matter what your own self image or self esteem you are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved, and respected at... Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Todos son bienvenidos: No importa cual es su situacién ‘actual en fa iglesia Catética; no importa cual es su situacién actual en su familia o matrimonio; no importa ccual es su situacién pasada o presente; no importa cual es su historia personal, edad, antecedentes, raza, etc.; no importa cual es su imagen o autoestima; usted esta invitado, bienvenido, aceptado, amado y respetado en la... Nuestra Seftora del Perpetuo Socorro ‘Volunteers are needed for the Interfaith Hospitality Network the week of July 17 through July 24, Helping the Homeless in our area is a special ministry. We need ‘overnight host, people to prepare meals, greeters, and, share activities. If you can help please sign up in Holy Family Hall or call Lisa Kosky 423-877-5982 or Anne Wells 706-581-0410. Thank you for your continued support to this special ministry. Catholic Charities of East Tennessee’s 8" Annual Pregnancy and Adoption Services Golf Tournament is. Saturday, June 18 at Brainerd Golf course. Sponsorships and team slots are still available for the four person scramble and event day volunteers are needed. Call Christine Willingham 267-1297 to help.God the Father in His great love, has chosen to share the gift of the Sacred Priesthood of His Son Our Lord Jesus Christ, with Rev. Mr, Douglas Ray Owens By the Apostolic Tradition of the Imposition of Hands and the Invocation of the Holy Spirit as conferred by His Excellency, the Most Reverend Richard F. Stika, Bishop of Knoxville Saturday the twenty-eight day of May in the year of our Lord Two thousand eleven Eleven o’clock in the morning. Sacred Heart Cathedral 711 Northshore Drive Knoxville, TN 37919 A light reception will follow the Ordination Mass at the CathedralWith Praise and honor to the Most Holy Trinity Fathger, Son and Holy Spirit For the great gift of the Holy priesthood Reverend Father Douglas Ray Owens Will offer a Solemn Mass of Thanksgiving On the Sixth Sunday of Easter The Twenty-ninth day of May, 2011 in the year of our Lord Two-thousand eleven At Noon at Our Lady of Perpetual Help 501 South Moore Road Chattanooga, TN ‘As you have lovingly shared in his years of preparation, For the Sacred Priesthood through your Prayers, friendship and support, The honor of your presence is requested by Mrs. Nadene Owns To join him as he offers his Solemn Mass of ‘Thanksgiving A reception will follow the Mass of ThanksgivingMeditations A human heart Although we can't see his face, Jesus isn't remote or distant “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our S) weaknesses, but one who has similarly been tested in every Say, yet without sin” (Hebrews 5-16). Knowing this can give us confidence to approach him in prayer. Look different No one wants to be taken advantage of or to appear weak, Yet as Christians, we have to be the ones to make peace. “Do not repay anyone evil for vit... If possible, on your part, live at peace with all” (Romans 12:17-18). Our solutions must be biblical, not societal Be happy Instead of worrying, trust God. "Have no anxiety at all, bout in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, ‘make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians x 4:67). May 2011 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Mary brings us to her Son Marys life on Earth was dedicated to bringing the Savior to humanity. Now that she is in Heaven, she continues to bring our concerns to her Son Praying the “Hail Mary” is a wonderful way to honor our Heavenly Mother, Hail Mary, full of ‘grace: Conceived without Original Sin, die. As his mother, she wanted to share his joy and his sorrow. Holy Mary, Mother of God. Mary loved her child even more than most parents because he was her Lord and Savior, too. Pray for us sinners. ‘When Jesus took his last breaths on the Cross, Mary's job Sof being Mother of the Savior broadened to intellect were predisposed to becoming holiness. Grace Mother of helped her to live a the world. difficult life rf Now she cares without sinning, for us, The Lord is with thee, Blessed are thou ‘among women: Mary was honored to be chosen as Jesus’ mother. Now and at the hour of death, On Earth, Mary brought her Son to us. ‘© Cop 201 Succes Pubishig 8 Med, LLG Blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Mary knew how great Jesus would be but she also knew what the prophets wrote about how he would suffer and Catholics Do ThatO In teaching the disciples (o pray, Jesus used the basic wording that became the prayer we pray during Mass and in other devotions. Two very similar versions can be found in Matthew 6:9-13 and Luke 11:2-4 YY different than the Protestant version? Now she brings us to the heart of her Son. She prays for us always because that’s what a mother does. Amen. our “Our Father” Some Protestants add a short, hymn-like verse which ‘exalts the glory of God, "For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory now and forever.” Such a verse is called a doxology. However, it isn't found in Scripture so we don't use it. 104Growing in Faith™ May 2011 Page2 What's so special about Mass this Sunday? Jesus will be there in the flesh, He's not just remembered, ‘when we sing the songs, read Scripture, or pray the prayers. While that is true, there's more. Jesus will be there in the flesh. He wasn't speaking metaphorically when he said, “Do this in remembrance of me (Luke 22:19). That was a direct instruction. Jesus wants us to go to Mass every weekend without fail, And when Jesus tells us to do Life gets so busy that it can be hard to get to Mass every Sunday. The good news is that there is a very compelling reason to attend Mass this very ‘weekend. Jesus is coming to your church, Jesus will be there in the flesh just like he always is whenever Mass is celebrated. ‘This isn’t a symbolic vist, He's not just being represented by the priest or present in those around you, While that is true, there's more, from a cripture In this, one of his farewell speeches to his disciples, Jesus was laying the foundation for them to become his Church. He was preparing them to become the people who brought hhim to the rest of the world But Jesus knew that what he was asking them (and us) to do would be difficult without him there to guide them, > sohemadewwo powerfull promises. First, he promised to send an Advocate - the Holy Spirit - who would always , In May we celebrate our mothers and honor the mother of all, the Blessed Virgin Mary. Three ways to grow closer to Mary include praying to her, honoring her feast days, and. praising her to others. May 1 ~ St, Joseph the Worker. Entrusted with the care of the Blessed Mother and jesus, Joseph was a carpenter dedicated to his family and ‘obedient to God. May 13 ~ Our Lady of Fatima (1917). The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three children near Fatima, Portugal. Mary asked the Iwi 5-21; I not leave you. be with us, The gift ofthe Holy Spirit would be poured out Onall his followers and help us to see the eth of God's Tove for us, Second, he promised thathe wouldn' leave us even though he was going away, When we are Broce Cie world we can't [ee etion S_because we are too focused on ourselves. Yet, when we live our love for God by obeying his commandments and loving others, we show Jesus to the world children to pray the rosary for world peace, for the end of World War I, for sinners and for the conversion of Russia, May 22 ~ St. Rita of Cascia (1457). Unvwillingly married off to a cruel husband at the age of twelve, St. Rita spent eighteen unhappy years before being widowed. She became an Augustinian: nun and was known: for her devotion to prayer and charity. something, it’s best to do it. His Father said to do it, too (Exodus 20:8), And that's enough. Q Does Original & Sin mean A anything to us? When God created Adam and Eve, he gave them an inclination to holiness so that they would be suited for life in the Garden of Eden. When they disobeyed him and ate from the tree of Knowledge of good and evil, they committed the firstsin (called “Original Sin). They changed their nature forever and lost that special life of grace. Sin infected their souls and was passed. down to their descendants ~ us ‘Thanks to Original Sin, we wage a battle with our own passions and emotions to keep them under control. It’s why we can sometimes have trouble thinking clearly when we are under stress, Or it's why we can lack resolve or perseverance. “The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak* (Matthew 26:41), Chalk it Up to concupiscence: “Human appetites or desires which remain disordered due to the temporal consequences of Original Sin, which remain even after produce an. (Catechism of the Catholic Church). IFit weren't for Original Sin, we wouldn't have to fight our own natures to achieve holiness Our Mission Fo provide rat iden ia promote Taina Catholic liing Succes Publishing & Medi LUC Publisher of rowing in alti and Parner a (40)562-7844 (540)662-7847 fax cunaltziirnesoningihcom tie ried Said Von ihe New neean (© Copyih 2011 Suess Pblhing & Med, LLCWHY CATHOLIC? PORQUE SER CATOLICO? 622-7232 Health Ministry Type 2 Diabetes is the most common type of diabetes. You may be prone to this type due to family history of the disease or if you are overweight. Physical activity can help reduce the extra pounds we carry and help prevent serious ‘complications of diabetes such as kidney, heart and nerve damage. Prevention of diabetes can rely on reducing extra weight, Daily exercise especially in the morning will help ‘you lower blood sugar lose weight and improve your body's sensitivity to insulin and keep your blood sugar level at a normal range. Aerobics class and resistance training are both good for this. Secondly you should have a diet high in fiber. A dict high in bens, vegetables, whole grains, seeds, nuts and fruit helps lower your risk of heart attack and improves the control of you blood sugar. If you cat healthier, exercise and go for routine diabetes tests. 1f you have a family history or are older than 45 your risk of developing diabetes should decrease substantially. Suggestion: Join Kay Everett (excellent certified instructor) each week on Monday 5:00 p.m. for aerobies class in the PLC for free. This would be a great way to get ch week started with necessary physical activity. Visit the Parish Nurse link at myolph.com for current news and information. Announcing God camp Dates 2011: All Camps are at Harrison Bay State Park. The diocese of Knoxville offers 3 opportunities for young people to come together during the summer to meet teens their own age, celebrate life, explore nature and discern what is the will of God for their life. The camp ground features 24 rustic cabins and is, limited to 144 persons each session. Space is limited so don’t miss out! Camp activities include swimming in an Olympic size pool, outdoor sports, camp fire, prayer services, the celebration of Mass, team building activities, group interaction or simply enjoy at the park, highlights include four square, basketball, softball, volleyball, and horseshoes and evening dance, Dare to Dream: Theme: “Come Play the Game of Life...God” for all upcoming 9. 12" graders June 20°-25" cost is $140 Includes housing 14 meals t-shirt swimming dance, concert, inflatable's, snacks and all other activities. Reach: Theme: “Who are you in the Game of Life? God”. For all upcoming 7" & 8" Graders June 27°-30" cost is $95 includes housing 8 meals t-shirt swimming, dance, concert, inflatable’s, snacks and all other activities. Discover: Theme: “Come Play the Game of Life...God.” For all upcoming 5" & 6" Graders June 30"-July 2 cost is $85 includes housing 5 meals t- shirt swimming, snacks and all other activities. For more info contact your Youth Minister, Notre Dame, or Donna at djones6029@xmail.com / 267-9878/718-4387. The next “Picture of Love” engaged couples retreat is Friday evening and all day Saturday, June 3/4, at St. Stephen Catholic Chureh. The “Picture of Love” retreat, is a supplement to the couple's marriage formation with their parish priest, The program is designed to help the couple gain a better understanding of the joys and challenges of living the sacrament of Matrimony in their day-to-day lives. Cost is $135.00 per couple. (The retreat certificate is good for a $60.00 discount on your marriage license.) The Retreat starts at 7:00 p.m. on Friday evening and ends at 10:00 p.m. Saturday will start at 9:00 a.m. with a light breakfast and end with dinner at 6:00 pm. Mass is included and you must attend the entire program to receive your certificate. For more info or to register, contact Marian Christiana 423-892-2310 or by email at mehristiana@dioknox.org. ‘Music for the New Missal: A workshop for all Parish ‘Musicians will be held Saturday June 4 from 10 am-2 pm at the Sacred Heart Cathedral School Gymnasium, Fr. Randy director of Worship & Liturgy for the Diocese of Knoxville and Faerie Pabich director of music and liturgy at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus will introduce Chant Settings from the New Missal and Misa Luna. Register online at dioknox.org cost is $20. Lunch is included if payment received by May 31. NEW PARISHIONER/CHANGES __New Parishioner __ Moving out of parish = Information has changed Name Address City, Zip Phone Detach and drop in collection basket. ‘The Pregnancy Help Center would like to thank you in advance for participating in this year's Baby Bottle Drive, May 14" and 15". Please know that you are making a ‘tremendous difference in the lives of those we serve. If ‘you would be so kind as to bless us again this year by placing your spare change, cash, or check made out to Catholic Charities in the baby bottle, we would be very grateful. Plan to bring your bottle back next Sunday and place it in the container marked “Pregnancy Help Center.” Also, please return any empty bottles if you are unable to contribute at this time. Every donation is important to us and appreciated, Thank you for your support and prayers. ‘The next Charismatic Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Dan ‘Whitman at Holy Spirit Church in Soddy Daisy on ‘Sunday, May 22 Lat 5:00 p.m. For more information call, Dee Leigh 842-2305, View his batterie a win TCatnaledvetoy.com‘OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CHURCH CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE ‘Weekly Readings ‘Acts 11:1-18; John 10:11-18 Acts 11:19-26; John 10:22-30 John 12:44-50 Ladies of Charity of Chattanooga is in need of a volunteer with the experience to help facilitate the ministry's web site. This person would work closely with the ministry director and marketing committee to keep the site updated and informative to the members, customers, and clients. It isa job that could be done from a home computer and should not require more than a few hours a month. If interested call Jeff at 463-8324, OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP ‘SCHOOL NEWS OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL is now accepting applications for the 2011/2012 school yeat for students in Pre-K (4 yr. old) through 8" grade. OLPH School has been educating students since 1937. We believe in Educating Minds, Enlightening Souls, and Strengthening Bodies. Please contact Teresa Hennen, Director of Admissions at 423- (622-1481 or teresahennen@catholicweb.com. Summer Camps: “Let he fun begin”. We will offer sports and enrichment camps for rising Kindergarten-8" grade students this summer. Football, soccer, cheerleading, art, drama, makers club, science and writing and a book club will make summer fun for your child. We have a ‘great team of camp directors. Camp descriptions and registration forms are on www.myolph.com. For more info contact Kathy Sumrell ksumrell@catholicweb.com VIRTUS Training is a program for the protection of children and youth. The training is mandated by the Diocese of Knoxville for all adults volunteering, chaperoning, or working with youth. This includes faculty, staff, substitute teachers, coaches, classroom volunteers, and boy/scout leaders. Registration is done online at \wwww.virtus.org. Training sessions will be held this spring and summer: St. Jude Church, Thursday, May 19 at 1:00 pam; St. Therese of Lisieux Sunday, June 12 at 1:30 p.m; St. Juge Church Thursday, July 28 at 6:00 p.m.; St. Stephen Church, Wednesday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m.; St. Jude Church, Thursday, September 22, 1:00 p.m.; and St. Jude Church, Thursday, November 1 at 6:00 p.m. “View is lain eine at www ThaCaboteDuectny om May 15, 2011 Fourth Sunday of Easter PandaMania ‘Vacation Bible School Upcoming Kindergarten through 5" Graders School is almost out and itis time to get WILD about God's creation and how much He loves us. Join us form 9 am to noon, June 6-10" as we go on adventures through God's word, and praise Him with great worship songs, dancing, and exciting crafts. This year we will trek through a bamboo jungle and have the help of Boomer the panda and his friends to teach us how to appreciate God's gifts. Just fill ‘out the registration form in today’s bulletin and drop it by the VBS table or send it into the church office. Please register early so we can order our supplies. ‘Thanks to our advertisers! This bulletin is furnished to the parish without charge. The advertisements that appear completely offset publishing costs with which the church would otherwise be burdened. Please patronize these sponsors as a thank you for their kind generosity. Catholic Charities offers confidential Therapeutic ‘Counseling Service by licensed therapists. Services are provided on an income based sliding fee scale and are available to anyone in the community. All counselors are FOCCUS pre-marital inventory certified. Evening, appointments are now available on Monday & Wednesday to 7 pan, Call Sr. Mary Christine LCSW 865-399-3832 or Kathleen Hotton, NCC 423-322-0057 for an appointment or information. Please keep all the children and youth of parish in your prayers. Especially those who received the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation this past week. ‘Congratulations to all parishioners who will graduate this spring. We wish you all well on your new journeys in life. God Bless you and guide you. MASS ATTENDANCE May8 1493 Envelopes 18,692.00 Offertory 490.42 Children’s 143.00 Funds Required 19,000.00 Weekly Variance +196.42 Year to Date Variance 41,852.96 Haiti 3,500.00 MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY Chattanooga’s Catholic Cemetery since 1886. For information call David Hale, 622-0728.WHY CATHOLIC? PORQUE SERCATOLICO? _622-7232 LOS QUEREMOS INVITAR EN EL MES DE MAYO A REZAR EL ROSARIO DESPUES DE LA MISA DE 2:00PM EN EL SALON QUE ESTA ENSEGUIDA DE LA IGLESIA CONOCIDO COMO “HOLY FAMILY HALL’. “LA FAMILIA QUE REZA UNIDA SE MANTIENE UNIDA” * ‘View tis Beton twin TheCatatacay comEL MESON RESTAURANTE MEXICANO CRYE-LEIKE we 423. 385 3047 ‘Come To Our Sunday Brunch! 11-3 a SO wwwicachanlecom All You Can Eati ‘SCARIEL, LECROVOCHEIL, P| Ruiz Family Parishioners | NAGOYA. < (ES ee ‘Scott & Angela Johnson Cory Colquette, CPA Acepamts Pcie Neves Portions pecans ‘ates Pace tapping Center Parentsof chen at OLEH. threstpuncns uo Waa ve Se Do, GA