SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER Divine Mercy Sunday April 23, 2017

Dear Parish Family,

Come and see the place where he lay. (Mt 28: 6) HAPPY EASTER!
The joy and excitement of returning to the newly renovated church and being able to worship there again is in the
air. Late last year we started renovations in our Blessed Sacrament Chapel, and during Lent we started working in
the church building. So this process has not really taken that long if we consider the final product.
Not everything is ready yet but we have planned for this Divine Mercy Weekend as the time to start celebrating
Masses and religious services in our beloved church. Also, the new Eucharistic Column in the Chapel was duly
blessed last Thursday. Thank you so very much for your prayers, patience and support during these months.
At first glance as you enter the church the changes are not readily noticeable; only when you look closely at details
around the altar area do you begin to appreciate what has been accomplished in our sanctuary. A letter I recently
sent to all registered parishioners explains more in depth the rationale behind these changes.
I understand that in doing so some precious liturgical elements from the past such as the Tabernacle and its
pedestal are no longer there physically, but the memory of those to whom they were donated lives on forever.
These objects served a very noble and holy purpose during a period of time, and now they give way to a renewed
liturgical vision in the celebration of the Eucharist. Actually some of those elements are still being used near the
altar.
Indeed, the merciful Lord is risen and his mercy endures forever! People have been approaching me personally
with regards to specific objects in the church and their desire to donate towards them. A list has been composed by
our Pastoral Associate with the new elements to enhance our liturgy and that can be donated towards with their
monetary value. Actually, if you have already given a donation and would like to designate your donation for a
specific item please call Blanca Rocha at the parish office and it will be duly acknowledged.
So come and see our new sanctuary where Jesus lays at every Mass we gather.
He is risen and present in our midst. Let us rejoice and be glad, ALLELUIA!
Fr. Octavio Muguerza
Pastor

PRAYER REQUESTS Attention Ladies!

Please pray for those who are sick and in need of healing graces. Were not our hearts burning within us?
Balderas, Aida Kaman, Clayton Rosas, Leo & Olga We would like to invite you to join us for an
Balderas, Ricky Lee, Sherry Rutledge, Lucille extraordinary weekend. This experience will
Behrend, Mary Leija, Andrew Sanchez, Nora take place Thursday, April 27-30th, 2017 at St.
Belanger, Pam Lopez, Carmen Santiago, Laura Anthony de Padua Retreat Center. It will be an
Block, Rose Lopez, Terry Skarbek, John opportunity for spiritual renewal and the making
Brandes, Nellie Maldin, Martha Skinner, Eileen of many friends. Free transportation will be
Cantu, Valoria Martinez, Rosie Skinner, Alane provided to and from the retreat center. The cost
Cape, Aida Miller, Jennifer Skinner, Rick
Castillo, Lenora Muoz, Julian Noah Skinner, James
for the weekend is $170.00 and will cover your
Chandler, Berry Nava, Imelda Smith, John meals and lodging for the three days. A deposit
Coad, Bill Nieberding, Shirley Stolle, Janice of $50.00 must be submitted in order to reserve
Couling, Jesse Ogershok, Richard Tupay Petra C. your place on the retreat. Please note: Financial
DePaolo, Ryan Padron, Ed Trevino, Carmen difficulties should not prevent anyone form
DiRocco, Santino Padron Herms Valdez, Sonia attending the Retreat. If you are unable to pay
Dunk, Robert Paul, Kay Lynne Vidal, Omenggay part of the fee, or need further information
Garcia, Lorraine Pena, Michael Walther, Rob regarding the Retreat, contact one of the
Garcia, Mary Jane Pena, Veronica West, Marie M. directors: Mary De La Rosa at (316) 617-3214,
Garcia, MaryLou Perez, Alex Wilby, Scott Shannon Gonzales (210) 232-7037, Martha
Gardner, John Perez , Fred Younts, Barbara
Gardner, Penny Perez, Maria Zeppenfeldt, Lisa
Madrid (210) 643-0146, Bonnie Stewart (210)
Garza, Guadalupe Perez, Petra 367-0757.
Gomez, James Jr. Richter, Richard Please help the Womens ACT Retreat by
Gonzales, Anita Rodriguez, Diana donating bottled water, sodas, snacks or
Gonzalez, Presilla Rodriguez, Jaime individually wrapped candy. You may drop off
Hughes, Geneva Rodriguez, Kristen your donations at the church office before the
Imbody, Sophie Roman, Elisa
Jester, Kay Roman, Marino P.
retreat. Thank you for your support.
SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER Divine Mercy Sunday April 23, 2017

List of new elements to enhance our Liturgy

CHURCH
Tabernacle restoration artwork 2,990.00
Monday, April 24, 2017
**No Mass**
Refurbishing of Crucifix 3,000.00* Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Divine Mercy Frame 560.00* **No Mass**
Our Lady of Guadalupe frame 1000.00
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
11:30 A.M.
Marble floor Sanctuary 10,938.00 Nancy Marie Hennis &
New granite top for the altar 4,000.00
Darrel Jay, Ursula & Maria Phillips
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Frontal altar opening for relic 2,000.00
11:30 A.M.
New granite top for ambo with enlarged opening 2,000.00 Melanie Marie Hennis
Installation of granite shelves (2) on the rock wall($1000 each) 2,000.00 Friday, April 28, 2017
11:30 A.M.
Carpet and Installation 27,906.00 Richard Glen Hennis
Carpet in Grooms room & confessional 792.00 Saturday, April 29, 2017
New LED lighting in Sanctuary 1,200.00
6:00 P.M.
Blanca Rocha Happy Birthday
Large cherry wood bench (altar servers) 1,500.00
Sunday, April 30, 2017
Small bench (lector , cantor) 750.00 7:30 A.M.
3 cherry wood chairs ($500 each) for deacon and clergy 1,500.00
Julian Rodriguez
9:00 A.M.
Priests chair 1,500.00* Manuel & Nelly Gomez
Wooden table for cremains at funerals 1,000.00 10:30 A.M.
Wooden Credence table (for Missal, candles, etc. 2,500.00 Our Parish Family
Wooden table for gifts at entrance of church 2,000.00
12:00 P.M.
Ramon & Carmen Martinez
Pedestal (for Advent Wreath, special displays, etc. 1,500.00 Happy 55th Wedding Anniversary
Handrail metal and wood work-covering of lectors bench and 3,000.00 The Sanctuary Light on the
handicap lift. Main Altar the week of
Saturday, April 22nd through
Fabric backdrop of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Divine Mercy 3,000.00 Friday, April 28th is lit for
($1500 each)
Our St. John Neumann Parishioners
CHAPEL Requested by The Apostles of Divine Mercy

2 Wood bases for Angels (1000.00 each) 2,000.00

The Sanctuary Light in the Chapel the
1 Wood base for Our Lady of Fatima 1,200.00*
week of Saturday, April 22nd
1 Wood base for St. Anthony 1,200.00 through Friday, April 28th is
for lit
Eucharistic Column 20,000.00
Konrad Chiongson
Marble Floor 20,312.45 Happy Birthday
Requested by Helen Flowers
Carpet 787.90
3 Light sconces (100.00 each) 2* 300.00
Name:
Refurbishing of Crucifix 2,500.00
_________________
April 23, 2017 (I attended Mass)
*already spoken for
SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER Divine Mercy Sunday April 23, 2017

**THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH**

Monday, April 24, 2017
9:00 A.M.
NEISD ESL Classes-Education Bldg.
6:00 P.M.
Womens ACTS Team Meeting-Education Bldg.
6:30P.M.
Knights Council Meeting-Scott Room
Zumba-Popes Room
7:00 P.M.
Bunco-Parma Room NOTE: THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 CLOSE AT NOON APRIL 28, 2017 FOR
2:00 P.M. THE BATTLE OF THE FLOWERS
Rosary Makers Meeting-Library PARADE We will reopen at 8:00am
Wednesday, April 26, 2017 Monday, May 1st.
9:00 A.M. St. John Neumanns
NEISD ESL Classes-Education Bldg. 40th Anniversary Fiesta Medal
5:00 P.M.
Sacrament of Reconciliation-Chapel SJN Fiesta medals are now
6:00 P.M. available , so come and get your
Childrens Choir Rehearsal In the Religious Education Bldg. medal or medals after each
Edge-Popes Room weekend Mass or you may
6:15 P.M. purchase them at the church
Religious Education (K Through 5th & RCIA Elementary) - office while supplies last. Medals
In the Religious Education Building are $10.00 each.
RCIA Middle/High School-Library
7:00 P.M. YEE HAW AND GIDDY-UP
RCIA for Adults-Scott Room
Divorced & Separated Meeting Vizzone Conference Room SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, April 28, 2017 Court Daughters of Our
9:00 A.M. Lady of Fatima #2596
Divine Mercy Meeting-Parma Room Annual Fundraiser
***CHURCH OFFICE WILL CLOSE AT NOON*** A Texas Hoedown
Saturday, April 29, 2017 Luncheon, Entertainment,
Second Collection: For Catholic Home Missions Appeal Raffles and Door Prizes
9:00A.M. Saturday June 3, 2017
Zumba-Religious Education Building 11:00am-2:00pm
5:00 P.M. St. John Neumann Family
Sacrament of Reconciliation-Chapel Center
Sunday, April 30, 2017
Second Collection: For Catholic Home Missions Appeal St. John Neumann
12:00 P.M.
Life Teen-after Mass, in the Popes Room
6:30 P.M.
Pro Life Rosary-Fatima Garden/Chapel

SPONSOR OF THE WEEK
Please patronize our sponsors on the inside and
back page of the bulletin. They generously provide
this bulletin for our parish.
Puente & Sons Funeral Chapels
Family Owned & Operated
Pre-Need & At-Need Planning
14315 Judson Road 210-653-6536
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wherever it is needed. Also, lets give
thanks to God for the much needed rain!
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