OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP MAY 1, 2011

ELLICOTT CITY, MARYLAND www.olphparish.org

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Happy Easter! This second Sunday of Easter is Divine Mercy Sunday, a celebration of the gift of the Lord’s mercy entrusted to the Apostles after the Resurrection, when He breathed the Holy Spirit on them, saying, “Those whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, those whose sins you hold bound are held bound.” (John 20:23)

This message of mercy was proclaimed last century by St. Faustina, a Polish nun to whom the Lord appeared. Pope John Paul II canonized St. Faustina and promoted devotion to the Divine Mercy, establishing today's feast day. It is no coincidence that this is the day chosen for Pope John Paul's beatification. We ask for his prayers for us, that our own confidence in the Lord’s Divine Mercy might increase, and that we might be quick to share this message of mercy with others.

This weekend we also have our own reason to celebrate here at OLPH as our 2nd graders received their First Holy Communion on Saturday. Please keep them in your prayers, that with their families they will enjoy this gift each Sunday at Mass and find in the Lord’s Body and Blood all the grace they need to keep growing spiritually. A special thanks to Judy Gruel, our Director of Religious Education, and her team of catechists who worked so hard in preparing our children for this special day. I am so grateful for the care, time, and energy they put into preparing our children - thank you!

We look forward to having our 2nd graders back again next Sunday for our annual May Crowning following the 9am Children’s Mass on Mother's Day. Please join us!

Have a very blessed Sunday and new week!

“Do not forget that true love sets no conditions; it does not calculate or complain, but simply loves.” —Blessed John Paul II (1920-2005)

NEXT WEEK’S READINGS:

May 8, 2011 3rd Sunday of Easter

Acts 2:14,22-33 Psalm 16

1Peter 1:17-21 Luke 24:13-35

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK If you would like to request a Mass Intention,

please call or stop by the parish office (410-747-4334).

Saturday Vigil, April 30 4:30pm Barmell Dixon �

May 1 (2nd Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday) 7:30am William Harrington � 9:00am Dale Murphy � 11:00am Vincent Bettwy � 5:00pm For the People

Monday, May 2 (St. Athanasius, bishop) 8:15am Agnes Adeniyi �

Tuesday, May 3 (Sts. Philip & James, apostles) 8:15am Rosa Joseph � Wednesday, May 4 8:15am Mary Pruitt �

Thursday, May 5 8:15am Int. Frank & Marie Nista, 60th Anniversary

9:30am Christopher Sliker �

Friday, May 6 8:15am John Walterhoefer �

Saturday, May 7 8:15am Dale Murphy � 4:30pm For The People

Sunday, May 8 (3rd Sunday of Easter) 7:30am Marie Kaskey � 9:00am Anna Agnello � 11:00am Hank Stromberg � 5:00pm Dale Murphy �

The OLPH St. Vincent de Paul Society

needs a laptop computer.

If you can help, please call the parish office

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE AN ALTAR SERVER?

Boys and girls currently in the 5th grade or older are invited to consider training to become altar servers. This is a beautiful way to

grow in love and understanding for the Holy Mass, as well as to provide a valuable service to the community. Preparation will take place in the

Church on Monday, May 16, from 6:30-8 pm (for those who were not already trained through the

school). Interested parties should contact Fr. McLean by phone 410-747-4334 (ext. 303), or email at

mcummings@archbalt.org.

Divine Mercy Sunday

Jezu ufam Tobie. Gesù confido in Te.

Jesus, ich vertraue auf Dich. Jesus, eu confio em Vós

Jesus, I Trust in You! Jésus, j'ai confiance en Toi

Jesús, en Ti confío. In Te Confido Iesu

Please include these people and their families in your prayers that they may experience Christ’s comfort and healing.

Pamela Arnett John Austraw

Donna Baldwin Rob Baldwin Connie Baran Lucy Bodner

Diane Buckley Kaelynn Collazo MaryJo DeFillipo

Scott Demler Patricia Donadio

Mike Doshim Janet Feldman Jayne Fleischer Richard Flynn Carol Freese

Diane Lydic Tricia McGinnis Lucy McKenna Joseph Murphy Joseph Murray

Nathan Niessner Brenda Pelton Gila P. Rendon Sara Ann Ring

Rosemarie Rippel June Rosemary Ephel Sandford

James Sharp Mary Ann Sharp

Jack Simpson Ardellia Smith

Julia Smith Bill Snyder

Mary Stevens Catherine Szalczyk Lauretta Vaccarino

Ed Ward Richard Weinroth Robert Welsh, Sr.

Clyde Wenzel John Wojcik, Sr. Kyla Zeilinger

We need your help! We are trying to keep this prayer list updated.

If you or your loved one is on the mend, please notify the Parish Office at 410-747-4334.

Thomas French Lewis Goode

Shawna Giuffrida Mary Grace Howard

Francis Hubbard Chuck Hutzell

Michelle Janson Ally Jarkiewicz Emily Kerstetter Joanne Kerstetter

John F. Klosek Morgan L.

William Lansinger Fred Lourenso

Josephine Lucas Claire Lydard

OLPH SCHOOL BOARD

OLPH School Board is looking for new Board Members for the upcoming 2011-2012 school year.

We are looking for people with experience in the areas of development, marketing and fund raising,.

All are welcome to apply to be a member. Help support our children and the terrific work that is

being done by our outstanding teachers and administrators. Contact Patrick King at 410-461-1864

or via email at kings04@verizon.net if you are interested or have someone to recommend.

PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS

Nominations currently being accepted.

We are looking for a few good men and women to serve as members of the Pastoral Council. If you are at least 16 years of age, are a baptized and confirmed Catholic and are a registered parishioner of OLPH,

please consider this worthwhile opportunity. Elections will be held May 21st & 22nd at all Masses. If interested in running for a Council position or if you

have any questions, please contact either Bernie O’Neill at 410-465-0791 or Pete Gobell at 410-465-9628.

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY CHILDREN’S WORD SEARCH

Can you find all of the words in the Chaplet prayer?

For the sake of His sorrowful passion,

have mercy on us and on the whole world!

Courtesy of Oblates of Divine Mercy, Divine Mercy Kids http://www.saint-faustina.com/kids/home.php

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 9638 CAR RAFFLE

The Knights of Columbus are selling raffle tickets that could win you five automobiles. The tickets are $5.00 each. The drawing will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2011. Purchase a ticket after Mass or see a member of

the Knights. (The guys who wear those K of C badges.)

FOR

THE

SAKE OF

HIS

SORROWFUL

PASSION

HAVE

MERCY

ON US

AND ON

THE

WHOLE

WORLD

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP MAY 1, 2011

ELLICOTT CITY, MARYLAND www.olphparish.org

OLPH PARISH MAY CROWNING

Next Sunday, May 8th after the 9am Mass

Mark your calendars now and plan to attend this procession to honor

the Blessed Mother.

All those who have made their First Communion this year are invited to come dressed in their First Communion

clothes to head up the procession.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL HELP

Vacation Bible School needs your help! Adult and Youth Volunteers (Middle School & older)

are needed to lead our crews and assist in many different areas of our jungle! Join the FUN today! Forms are available on the display in the narthex.

For additional information contact Judy Gruel, jgruel@archbalt.org.

ATTENTION ALL PARENTS!!

Do you have children or youth (Gr. 4-12) who have never had formal Religious Formation and

wish to receive the sacraments? Groups are being formed now, to “Catch-up”

on basic Catholic beliefs and to begin preparation for Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist during the summer

months. Please contact Judy Gruel, jgruel@archbalt.org, or 410-747-0131,

as soon as possible, if you would like your child included in these groups.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Registration for Pre-K through

Middle School (IMPACT) has begun. Registration forms for the 2011-2012 school year are now available in the

narthex of the church, from the Parish Office, and during Religious Education classes. Forms will soon be available from our website.

Please register early to obtain your desired class time as classes are filled on a first come, first served basis. Unsure of your Fall schedule? Register NOW and

let us know that you will be coming! We will be

happy to change your class time, if needed, as long

as space remains available.

VACATION BIBLE

SCHOOL REGISTRATION

Looking for something

exciting and faith-filled

for your child to do

this summer?

The first 65 children have already registered for “Pandamania”, our totally

Catholic Vacation Bible School which will be held July 11-15th. Only 120 will be accepted!

DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Visit our display in the narthex of the church

and pick up forms today.

OLPH MOM'S CLUB:

As a parent, have you ever wondered, “How can I develop in my child a healthy outlook

about education?” or “How can I give my child confidence to challenge themselves intellectually and take risks academically?” If so, come to the Mom’s Club meeting at OLPH and learn about the Growth

Mind-set Theory researched by educator Carol Dweck. Find ways to incorporate into your daily life messages that help your child persevere in the face of challenge and gain confidence as a learner. Monday May 2nd,

7:30-9:30 p.m. Parish Center Triple Room. All are welcome! Bring a friend!

OLPH PARISH PICNIC!

Please mark your calendars for Sunday June 12, after the 5pm Mass! Plan on bringing the whole family for a fun evening. The picnic committee is forming now and

looking for help. Help is needed with face painting, set up, clean up, organizing games, making posters,

and shopping. Contact Jennifer Schuberth at praiseGod8@gmail.com or 410 925-6804.

5TH ANNUAL OLPH RACE FOR EDUCATION

On Tuesday, May 3rd, Father Arnold will be participating in the Race for Education. Father,

alongside the students and faculty/staff of OLPH, will be running a ¼ mile lap for an hour. Sponsors are asked to pledge an amount for each lap the participant completes

or make a flat donation. You may donate online at http://www.olphschool.org/olphlive/?q=node/783

or send your donation to OLPH, 4801 Ilchester Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042. On May 3rd, everyone is invited to come out and cheer Father and all of the

participants on while they Race for Education!

ROSARY BEFORE MASSES IN MAY

The Knights of Columbus will sponsor the recitation of the Rosary before Masses in May. If you are interested in leading the Rosary, please contact Greg Douglas at 410-799-1527 or by email at

rgdouglas1@comcast.net .

Divine Mercy Sunday

Jezu ufam Tobie. Gesù confido in Te.

Jesus, ich vertraue auf Dich. Jesus, eu confio em Vós

Jesus, I Trust in You! Jésus, j'ai confiance en Toi

Jesús, en Ti confío. In Te Confido Iesu

GETTING TO KNOW OUR CATHOLIC SAINTS:

St. Athanasius (296-373) Feast: May 2

St. Athanasius is one of the most famous of the Latin Fathers. His public life consists of a long battle against the heresy of Arianism, by which according to Blessed John Henry

Newman Athanasius “secured the faith” for us. He was present at the Council of Nicea in 325 as his bishop’s secretary, when Arius was condemned and the phrase “one in being with the Father” defined, which we still recite in the Nicene creed. Athanasius succeeded as head of the see of Alexandria before he was 30 years old. He applied his fantastic energy, wit, and courage to battling the many people – including bishops and emperors - who continued to

deny that the Son of God was eternal and divine. In the process, Athanasius penned a famous creed himself (known as “Quicumque vult” from the first line: “Whoever wishes to be saved…”) and coined the title “catholic” for the true Church. He was constantly being condemned and reinstated, once requiring him to surprise Emperor Constantine returning from a hunt to demand a fair trial. On his third exile, in the desert of

North Africa, he continued his writing undaunted. As soon as possible, he returned again to his post where he was finally allowed to die in peace surrounded by beloved supporters. His relics are found, however, in Venice.

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OLPH PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION

OLPH School is now accepting registrations for Preschool for Fall 2011. We will have a five day/week preschool class for children

who will be four years old by September 1, 2011. For information and registration forms please call the school office at

410-744-4251 or visit our website at www.olphschool.org