April 5, 2015 The Newman Catholic Community provides a welcoming, supportive environment where students and The Newman Catholic Community a welcoming, supportive where the community at large provides come together to grow in their Catholicenvironment faith. students and the community at large come together to grow in their Catholic faith. www.sacnewman.org A Message from Father Roland Newman Center News NEWMAN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SACRAMENTO, CA 95819 · 5900 NEWMAN COURT Dear Newman Community: It’s hard to imagine that Easter, in terms of importance, is actually greater than Christmas. In fact, it is the mother of all liturgical feasts and celebrations. The resurrection of Christ has given us hope of eternal life and a testament of God’s power over sin and death, the last thing according to scriptures to be defeated. Imagine if Christ had never risen, what is there to live for or to look forward to? What is there to hope? Our lives would not have any meaning at all which the prophet Isaiah compares to a parched earth and weary desert. Recall the Samaritan woman who kept coming to draw water from Jacob’s well and how our Lord himself had told her, “Everyone who drinks this water here will be thirsty again but whoever drinks the water I shall give will never thirst.” Had she not met Jesus, she would have only drawn water to satisfy her physical thirst. She would not have known that there’s actually a spring of water that wells up for eternal life. Without Easter, we would not have known what goes beyond our physical life because everything would have ended in death. And so we have reason to rejoice, because Christ conquered his last enemy which is death. It makes perfect sense therefore why Easter is the most important thing there is in life. And why it is greater than Christ’ birth because even that itself would have no meaning if Christ never resurrected. We all are a people that love a good ending be it a movie, a game, a trip, a television series etc. because whether it leaves us that great and wonderful feeling. It’s something that makes for a good closure without that sort of angst and unsatisfactory experience. Even a movie ending on a tragic note when done in a justified manner can still leave us a feeling of acceptance and peace. Easter Sunday certainly more than makes up for Good Friday. All of a sudden that terrible image of Jesus before Pilate and the Roman soldiers is now replaced with him grilling fish on the seashore for his disciples and all these wonderful resurrection stories. What a joy and consolation to know that we too in the end will be writing the same great story and will have the same beautiful ending. And that is all because Christ rose from the dead. My dear friends, we are all called each day to live the joy of the gospel and to proclaim the marvels the Lord has done because our story does not end on Good Friday but on Easter Sunday. As they say, there are 3 grand essentials to happiness in this life and those are, something to do, something to love and something to hope for. No doubt, Easter is about all those. Have a wonderful Easter Season! Sincerely, Father Roland Sunday Mass: 9:00 am, 10:30 am (interpreted for the deaf) and 7:30 pm student mass when CSUS is in session. R.C.I.A: Process for becoming Catholic for adults. For information call Candy Pulliam: 813-5475 College Student Meetings: 6:30 pm on Wednesday evenings: mass/prayer, dinner, and activity when CSUS is in session. Young adults welcomed. Sunday Student Socials: After the 7:30 pm Mass when CSUS is in session. Sacraments of Penance: By appointment. Baptism: For more information call Deacon Joe and Patti Symkowick at 481-7857. Serving at Loaves & Fishes: 3rd Saturday of the month. Sign up in the lobby on the Sunday prior. Ministerial Team - (916) 454-4188 Fr. Roland Ramirez: Director Mary Ann Williams: Business Manager Maggie Kawasaki-Murray: Teens/College Prog. Candy Pulliam: RCIA/Family Programs Deacon Joe Symkowick: Infant Baptism Kathy Anuszczyk: Liturgy/Music Ministry Michael Lopez-Garcia: Sacristan/Liturgy John Watling: Facility Operations Manager ext. 11 ext. 10 (623) 640-5834 813-5475 481-7857 747-4398 402-2078 ext. 19 Brittany Chamalbide: Office Assistant Student Minister Team: Laura Contreras Darius Decker Steven Gudino Michael Sousa Johnson Jarrod Monninger Marie Weider College & Young Adult Mass: Sunday evening - 7:30pm College Night: Wednesday night Mass & dinner - 6:30pm Young Women’s Ministry: 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month at 7:00pm. Moms, Tots and Talks: Mondays at 9:30am Teen Group Meeting: Sunday, April 26th at 5:00pm. Please note: There will not be a teen meeting on April 12th. College Spring Retreat: April 12th Sac State 5k Fun Run: April 30th at 6pm For those who haven’t attended a Wednesday College Night yet, dinner is on us! We begin with a casual style Mass at 6:30pm in our living room, followed by a delicious dinner prepared by Code 3 Catering and lots of fun activities. College students are also welcome to study in our library and have free access to WiFi, computers and printer throughout the school year. Sunday Evening Mass begins at 7:30pm followed by an ice cream social. All college age students are invited to attend, whether from Sacramento State or surrounding community colleges. Young Women’s Ministry The Young Women’s Ministry (WYM) Bible Study will meet throughout the school year on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7:00pm. Women ages 18-35 are invited to nurture their faith together through worship, study, service, and fellowship. Please contact Stacy Saelee at [email protected]. Young Adult Ministry The Young Adult Ministry will meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 7 PM at the Newman Center. All are welcome. Pizza will be provided. Sac State 5K Fun Run Save the date for the Sac State 5K Fun Run on April 30th at 6pm. Registration is open now—price will increase closer to the run. Please make sure to join the Newman Catholic Community team when you register. Register at:thewell.csus.edu/5k/register The Lilies that Adorn our Altar this Easter Season are in Memory and Honor of Friends, Families and Loved Ones of the Newman Catholic Community Jesse "Chuy"Ortiz Ocelotl, Vikki Holmes, Margaret Hilts, Archie Morse, Al Helmar, Cirilo & Josaphine Garcia, Daniel & Lily Lopez, Denise C. Morris , Felipe Lago, Concha Lago, Hans Friedrich, Josephine & John Friedrich, James R. Shelden, Edgar & Lyllis Sheldon, Bernardin & Ivan Stephens, Daryl Stephens, The Anderson Family & Friends, Margaret Pendola, Kathy King, Tony Saldavor, Alice & Frank Beck, Kathryan & Art Roy, Mary Ellen Cline, Jason McKenna, Jim Schekall, Jim McKenna, Michael Soliz, Ann Biegler, Hugh McDonald, Rosemarie & Michael Bilello, Chris Ely, Anthony Marinello, Helen Ricky, Tom Burke, Denis F. Donovan, John Greenwood, Tara Michelle Bohine, Aloyse Aubery, James Shelden, Diance Finnecy, Len Terra, Ray Rodriguez, Roger Tomasino, The Copland Family, Patty Higgins, Ellen Maita, Malvetti Family, Bill & Marilyn Hanson, Jopseph & Cathy Wesp, Mike & Ashly Wesp, Robert Dolin, Robert Oldham, Carmel Ferreira, John Robert Keane, Alez Mauro, Fred Schroeder, Nancy & Ceasar Abate, Victor Almaraz, Jessie & Vic Jr. Almaraz, Magdaleno & Juana Soto, Walter & Louise Hanagan, Matt & Pat Mezger, Pat Jonas, Nykyfor Nimchuk, Carmel De Michael Nimchuk, Joe & Barbara Pedrezo, Walter Dawidizik, Peter Curatolo, Julia Curatolo, Jessie Castle, Eileen Shanley, Nellie Trimboli, William Castle, Mary Staley, Agnes Ocenosak Adult Bible Study Group We focus on the Sunday Readings with emphasis on the Gospel. Join us to gain a better understanding of each week’s Gospel and study how to use it in your everyday life. Draw closer to Christ in a safe comfortable group; we will focus on participation and personal journaling as well. If you’re looking to get more involved, meet a few new Newman friends and have fun, then this group is for you! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 5:30pm in the Annex. The next meeting is on April 12th. Page 2 Presentation by Kathy Kelly Sunday, April 26th at 5:30PM - All are invited! Kathy Kelly is a well-known Catholic Peace Activist who among other things has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. She will speak about her trips to Afghanistan where she has spoken with many ordinary people affected by war. In addition she will examine the U.S. drone program and its detrimental effect on civilian society in Afghanistan and elsewhere. As Kathy recently served 3 months in prison for protesting drones, she will also recount her experience living among women prisoners abandoned and warehoused by U.S. society. Annual Auction Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 The Newman prayer group meets every Tuesday evening at 8:15 in the chapel for a brief gathering with prayers of intentions and meditation. All are welcome to join us! For more information contact Maya at [email protected]. Dinner Menu: Baby Back Ribs, Barbecued Chicken, Coleslaw, Macaroni Salad, BBQ beans, Corn on the Cob, Cheesecake. YUM! Save the date for the fantastic Newman Center Silent and Live Auction which will be on Saturday, May 2 nd, 2015. Our theme is “River City Casino Cruise” and we want to have a grand party to remember forever! Proceeds from the auction support our student programs; therefore, we need everyone’s generous donations and participation. We are requesting that you solicit donations from businesses you support and to donate at least one NEW item with a value of $50 or more. Event tickets are $40.00 and include appetizers and dinner along with some fun bidding and raffles. Student Spring Retreat is Sunday, April 12th. We are headed to Sonoma Ropes Course in the Redwood Forest. Cost is $30 a person and that includes your meals for the day. Signup sheets are in the Lobby. Any questions please contact Maggie Kawasaki-Murray, [email protected] Newman Center Parking Reminder The Knights of Columbus have been kind enough to let our community members park in their back parking lot during our Sunday masses. They have requested that we please not use their front lot. Their facility and front parking lot are rented out to another group on Sunday mornings. Your cooperation is very much appreciated. We also accept cash donations and auction sponsorships. So, get a group together and plan to vacation with us on the “River City Casino Cruise!” Planning meetings are on Tuesdays at 6:30 in the main building: April 7th, 21st and 28th Our Community Auction Sponsorship campaign has begun rollin' down the river! Please join our River Cruisers by contributing at one of the following levels: Premiere Deck- $2,500 Gala Deck - $1,000 Lido Deck - $500 Riviera Deck - $250 Sports Deck - $100 River City Casino Cruisers will be recognized the night of the auction and in the Sunday bulletin. Thanks in advance for your generosity and support. Paula and Dennis Curran, Laura Orr & Debbie Vanderford Page 3 Thank you. Our Moms, Tots and Talk Group wishes to thank all the moms and soon-to-be moms who have joined us and to all those who might be thinking about joining us, please do! We welcome new moms all the time. We have had some great conversation about the things we all struggle with. We have fun sharing ideas and discussing parenthood/children and faith. We meet on Mondays at Newman from 9:30am to 11:00am. If you have questions please contact Jill at (916) 204-0992. Please remember to use your SaveMart card and/or your Raley’s/Bel Air ID number when buying your groceries—It’s Free Money for Newman Center every time you shop. Sunday Readings 04/05/15: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord First Reading- Acts 10:34a, 37-43 We ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead. Second Reading- 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 Clear out the old yeast, so that you may become a fresh batch of dough. Gospel- John 20:1-9 He had to rise from the dead. 04/12/15: Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of the Divine Mercy) First Reading- Acts 4:32-35 They were of one heart and mind. Second Reading- 1 John 5:1-6 Whoever is begotten by God conquers the world. Gospel- John 20:19-31 Eight days later Jesus came and stood in their midst. CRS Fair Trade Coffee Do you like to start your day with a cup of coffee? Our Catholic Relief Service representatives make it easy to make a conscience decision when purchasing your coffee. They sell organic, fair trade coffee, after each Mass. In addition to helping the people of the countries the coffee is grown, a portion of the proceeds also support CRS and the Newman Catholic Community! Music Ministry Newman's music ministry would like to extend an invitation to all singers and musicians, teens and adults, to join us. We take great joy in making music that leads our community's prayer. Did you know singing is a great stress reliever? We meet two Thursday evenings each month. Contact Kathy for more information at: 747-4398 or email: [email protected]. Lazarus Ministry at Newman Center The Newman Lazarus Ministry is here to help assist with Christ centered caring for members of the Newman Catholic Community during times of illness, hospitalization and grief. If you need assistance or know of someone in our community who does, please don’t hesitate to call. Linda McKenna: 451-9767, Rose Vasquez: 482-0179, or Gerry Keane: 686-6896. 04/19/15: Third Sunday of Easter First Reading- Acts 3:13-15, 17-19 The author of life you put to death, but God raised him from the dead. Second Reading- 1 John 2:1-5a Jesus Christ is expiation not for our sins only but for those of the whole world. Gospel- Luke 24:35-48 Thus it was written that the Christ would suffer and rise from the dead on the third day. Registration now open for Camp Pendola Catholic Identity through small group Christian living is a part of the mission of Camp Pendola. Each cabin group has the opportunity to learn to live and play together with a college age counselor leading the way in a fun environment that experiences the wonders of God’s gift of creation. For more information check out our web site www.pendola.org or call 916-733-0123. Page 4
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