Our Lady of Las Vegas
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
- Faith, Family, Friends -
Jesus was transfigured
before them, and his clothes
became dazzling white.
— Mark 9:2-10
PASTORAL STAFF
Served by Society of Christ Fathers
Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor
Rev. Wieslaw Berdowicz, SChr,
Parochial Vicar
Rev. Richard Philiposki, SChr.,
In Residence & Pastor of St. Joan of Arc
Deacon Patrick Cater
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education & Confirmation
Liz Williams: 702-802-2362
[email protected]
RCIA
Rite of Christion Initiation of Adults
Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300
[email protected]
MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm
Sunday:
6:30am, 8:00am, 10:00am,
12:00pm, 1:30pm Polish, 5:00pm, 6:30pm
with Tagalog music
Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am
(Rosary before Mass at 7:25am)
Civic & Holiday: Refer to parish bulletin
Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to parish
bulletin
RECONCILIATION
(Confession)
Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
7:30am:
8:00am:
6:00pm:
6:30pm:
7:00pm:
FIRST FRIDAY
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (Eng.) / Adoration to follow
Mass (Polish) in the School Chapel
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (Eng.) / Holy Hour to follow
FIRST SATURDAY
8:00am: Mass (Eng.)
DEVOTIONS
St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following
the 8:00am Mass
Our Lady of Perpetual Help:
Every
Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass
3050 ALTA DRIVE  LAS VEGAS, NV 89107
Parish Office: 702-802-2300
Fax: 702-802-2301
Website: www.ollvchurch.org
Email: [email protected]
PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (Close for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm)
OLLV School: 702-802-2323
The Second Sunday of Lent brings our attention to an extraordinary event that
happened to Jesus and three of His disciples as they went up on Mount Tabor to
pray. This Sunday, St. Mark describes for us the miracle of the Transfiguration
of Jesus.
The Transfiguration of Jesus is presented in all three of the Synoptic Gospels.
Matthew, Mark and Luke all describe the amazing incident where Jesus’
appearance was changed. Mark tells us that His clothes became dazzling white.
As Jesus stood there in His brilliance, Moses and Elijah also appeared engaging
Jesus in conversation. Peter, James and John, the three disciples who went with Jesus up the high
mountain, saw this incredible vision and were terrified. Mark says that the three hardly knew what
to say and spoke of setting up three tents. Eventually, a mist overshadowed the vision and a voice
declared, “This is my beloved Son, listen to Him!”
In each of the Synoptic Gospels, the Transfiguration takes place a few days after Jesus tells His
disciples about His impending passion and death. The disciples were scandalized at this foretelling
and could not fathom this ever happening to the Lord. Then, when Jesus said to Peter, “Get behind
me, Satan, you are thinking as man thinks, not as God thinks,” it really caused confusion.
Jesus allowed Peter, James and John to witness the Transfiguration to help them understand and
accept His passion, death and resurrection. Mark tells us that as they were coming down the
mountain, Jesus told them not to say anything about what they had seen until He would rise from
the dead. At the time, they had no idea what that meant. However, it is this miracle that would
most effectively help the disciples understand the reason for Jesus’ death, and to accept the
shocking reality of His resurrection. The Transfiguration gave the disciples a momentary glimpse
into heaven. It helped them realize that Jesus was not only the Messiah, but that He is also divine.
Two figures appear with Jesus in the Transfiguration. Moses and Elijah are important because
they serve as links to Jewish law and prophecy. Moses is important because he was the figure
believed to have given the Jews their basic laws and to have written the five books of the Torah,
the basis of Judaism itself. Elijah was considered the greatest of the prophets. He was powerful in
speech and spoke what the Lord had instructed him to say. Both Moses’ and Elijah’s presence
connects Jesus to Judaism, establishing a divinely authorized continuity between the ancient laws
and Jesus teachings.
The voice of God is heard at the Transfiguration. This is tied with the beginning of Jesus’ ministry
when He was baptized and the voice of God was also heard.” You are my beloved Son.” At the
baptism, God spoke directly to Jesus, whereas here, God speaks to Peter, James and John about
Jesus. This also serves as a confirmation of Peter’s confession as to the true identity of Jesus.
Each year, on the Second Sunday of Lent, the Evangelists describe for us the Transfiguration of
Jesus. Let us stand in awe of this extraordinary miracle with Peter, James and John and witness the
glory of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Fr. Gerry
2 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MARCH 1, 2015
PARISH NEWS
TODAY’S READINGS
Saturday, February 28
4:30pm:
†Joseph Sindelar by Lorraine Schrepferman
†Joseph Alessi by Koranda Family
Sunday, March 1 - Second Sunday of Lent
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
†Carman Louisa Nash Sanchez by Bill & Julie
Cordova
†William Schwider by Mary Schwider
†Wayne Stewart by Dorothy Trupiano & Son, Frank
†Doris Dandridge by Alice Wilson
(Polish) †Anna Wictor by Wanda Stachal; Tadeusz
Niemiec; †Zofia Henryk Balecki; †Zofia Josef Krak;
Parishioners of OLLV
†Artemio Mamauag by Biberlie Saley
†Pilar Parangan by Remee & Carlito Fantone
Monday, March 2
8:00am:
†Cassie Grupczynski by Fr. Gerry
Tuesday, March 3 - St. Katharine Drexel
8:00am:
First Reading — The sacrifice of Abraham, our father in faith
(Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18).
Psalm — I will walk before the Lord, in the land of the living
(Psalm 116).
Second Reading — If God is for us, who can be against us?
(Romans 8:31b-34).
Gospel — Jesus was transfigured before them, and his clothes
became dazzling white (Mark 9:2-10).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997,
International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
CATHOLIC MASS for the HOMEBOUND
The Diocese offers a televised Mass for the
home-bound each Sunday at 7:30am on
KFBT Channel 33.1 Digital (no longer an
analog signal) or Cox Cable Channel 6.
†William Verducci by Sigrid Vanchieri
Wednesday, March 4 - St. Casimir
8:00am:
9:00am:
7:00pm:
†Lita Sariemento by Jimmy Antero
(School) †Johnny Murphy by Kathleen & Michele
Sosnowski
(Polish) Stations of the Cross
Thursday, March 5
8:00am:
†Anthony Esposipo by Sheila Schumaker
Friday, March 6 - FIRST FRIDAY; World Day of Prayer
7:30am:
8:00am:
9:00am:
6:00pm:
6:30pm:
6:30pm:
7:00pm:
Confessions
†Jerry Tarkanian by Dr. Catherine & Marissa Jackson
(School) Stations of the Cross
(1st Fri. Polish in the Chapel)†Branislawa Tyminski
Confessions
(English) Stations of the Cross
(1st Fri. Mass) For the intentions of Claudia Barnes
Saturday, March 7 - FIRST SATURDAY; Sts. Perpetua & Felicity
8:00am:
4:30pm:
†Robert Zgonc by Frances Zgonc
†Rosemarie Capobianco by Rosa Torchio
Sunday, March 8 - Third Sunday of Lent;
Daylight Saving Time Begins
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
†Jose Obungen by Lea & Paul Obungen
†John & Laura Gerlak by John Gerlak
†Anna Taitano by Mary DiLuciano
†Nancy Vinci by Family
(Polish) †Adolf Dobrucki by Bala & Toczynski;
Parishioners of OLLV
†Jow Young by Myrna Yakowenko & Family
†Jo Lyn Burton by Tom & Maria Finneran
Now in Las Vegas, you can listen to Catholic radio
24-hours a day by tuning your radio to 970am.
Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father
MARCH 2015
Scientists: That those involved in scientific research may
serve the well-being of the whole human person.
Contribution of Women: That the unique contribution of
women to the life of the Church may be recognized
always.
MARCH 1, 2015
Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship
MARCH 1 - 7, 2015
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is in memory of:
CASSIE GRUPCZYNSKI
Sponsored by Our Lady of Las Vegas Parish Staff
WEEKLY PARISH CALENDAR
MONDAY, MARCH 2
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No Parish Events
TUESDAY, MARCH 3

SOSM Monthly Meeting: 6:30pm - 9:00pm - Kenny Room
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
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RCIA: 6pm Mass
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Boy Scouts: 6:30pm - 9:00pm - Kenny Room

Stations of the Cross (Polish): 7:00pm - Church
THURSDAY, MARCH 5

Women’s Guild Meeting: 6:30pm - McFarland Room
FRIDAY, MARCH 6

1st Friday Confessions: 7:30am & 6:30pm - Church

1st Friday Mass (Polish): 6:00pm - School Chapel

1st Friday Mass (English): 8:00am & 7:00pm - Church

Stations of the Cross (English): 6:30pm - Church

Parish Lenten Dinner: 5:00pm - 7:00 - McFarland Room
SATURDAY, MARCH 7

1st Saturday Mass: 8:00am - Church

Scouts Camp Cards Sales: At the 4:30pm Mass
SUNDAY, MARCH 8

Scouts Camp Cards Sales: At All the Masses

RCIA Mass: 10:00am / Welcome Room 11:00am - 12:00pm

Polish RE: 2:30pm - 3:30pm - Kenny Room/Welcome Room

Polish Dance Rehearsal: 2:30pm-4:30pm-Gym

Polish Social: 2:30pm-4:30pm-McFarland Room
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT - 3
PARISH NEWS
Society of St. Mary will be holding a
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
Ash Wednesday/Catholic Charities
$5,812.00
FEBRUARY 22, 2015
1st Collection
$16,250.00
Thank you for your continued support!
Daylight Saving Time
Begins at 2:00 AM
next Sunday, March 8
2014 DONATION RECEIPT
The Parish Office is now accepting receipt requests
for donations made by parishioners in 2014. Please
complete the form below and place it in the
collection basket during Mass, drop it off at the
Parish Office, mail it OR you can go to the parish
website www.ollvchurch.org and click the
Donation Receipt button. Requests cannot be
made over the phone.
CLEARLY
2014PLEASE
Request PRINT
for Donation
Receipt
Today’s Date:
Parish ID#:
Complimentary Carwash
For Parishioners & School Staff
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
9:00am - 12 NOON
In the church parking lot
This is a great opportunity for students to earn
“service” hours by volunteering for this event.
For more information on volunteering for this event, contact:
Luis Velazquez at 702-400-7536 or [email protected]
Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Next
Baptism Class
For Parents & Godparents is
THURSDAY, MARCH 12
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
In the Welcome Room in the church.
As a courtesy to the speakers, facilitators and other
attendees, we ask that children do not attend this class.
Please call the parish office to register at 802-2300.
Poland & Rome
Pilgrimage
September 7 - 19, 2015
Escorted from Las Vegas and organized by the Society of
Christ Fathers, Rev. Richard Philiposki (St. Joan of Arc)
and Rev. Gerald Grupczynski (Our Lady of Las Vegas).
Destinations are Berlin, Poznan, Lichen, Czestochowa,
Auschwitz, Zakopnae, Krakow, Rome Vatican, Assisi,
Pompei & Monte Cassino.
Tour Cost per person:
$3,479.00 – sharing a room, twin or double occupancy
$3,279.00 – sharing a triple room
$3,949.00 – with single room supplement
LAST NAME
FIRST NAME
Price includes all flights, transfers, motor coach
excursions, hotels, (based on above room arrangements),
admission fees, services of guides, escort and drivers,
handling of one suitcase, all breakfasts and dinners,
folklore evening entertainment, and pastoral services of
two priest chaplains.
ADDRESS
If you would like an informational brochure, call
702-382-9909, 702-419-6640 or 702-802-2300. You may
also download the brochure at www.ollvchurch.org.
PHONE #
 Please Mail
 Will Pick Up
4 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
INFORMATIONAL MEETING
Sunday, March 15 at 4pm
Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
MARCH 1, 2015
PARISH NEWS
Seeking Forgiveness Within
All women are invited to come join the Women’s Guild
for a Lenten Day of Reflection.
MARCH 14, 2015
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
AGENDA
Morning Session:
Ice Breaker
Stations of the Cross & Reflection
Lunch
The life of prayer and contemplation
founded on the Eucharistic mystery is
also at the heart of the vocation of
consecrated people who have chosen
the path of the sequel Christi, to give
themselves to the Lord with an
undivided heart in an ever more intimate relationship with him.
By their unconditional attachment to Christ and to his Church,
they have the special mission to reminding everyone of the
universal vocation to holiness...Consecrated men and women
proclaim that God alone can give fullness to human existence.
— Pope Benedict XVI, 2006 Address to Canadian Bishops
Rite of Election
February 22, 2015
Guardian Angel
Cathedral
Congratulations to the
newly elect:
Judy Alberti
Dionne Amador
Amir Matthews
Lisa Rico
Afternoon Session:
Topic - Forgiveness
Confession & 4:30pm Mass together
To register, contact Lorna James-Cervantes or Brenda
James at 702-435-6653 or [email protected].
Did you know? Every year, Catholics in the United States assist nearly 100 million of the world’s
poorest people through CRS (Catholic Relief Services). CRS is a member of Caritas Internationalis, a global
network of more than 160 Catholic agencies working to end hunger and poverty. CRS Rice Bowl is a way for
Catholics in the United States to live out Pope Francis’ call to end world hunger. Driven by faith, CRS is
committed to help those in need no matter where they may live. In that spirit, 75 percent of all money raised
through CRS Rice Bowl provides lifesaving aid to those in need overseas, and 25 percent stays in the diocese
for local programs to ease hunger and homelessness. For more information, go to crsricebowl.org/about. Rice
Bowls are available in the vestibule of the church. Please take one home and fill them with coins and dollars
throughout the Lenten season. There will be a receptacle in the vestibule of the church the weekend of April 11
& 12 for you to turn in your Rice Bowls. Thank you for your generosity!
PLEASE PRAY for THOSE WHO ARE ILL
If you have the sick person’s permission, you may request that their name be printed in the bulletin for prayers. This is strictly
for the sick only. Their name will remain for four consecutive Sundays. If a longer period of time is needed, please contact the
parish office. (The date next to the name is the date their name is removed)
Leinette Marasigan
Laureen M. Williams & Fam.
Evan Michalik
Candee Ambida
Michalik Family
Vivian Ambida
Connie Oquendo
Mary McCormick
Mary Smith
Toni Davi
Teresa Holder
Pat Serrano
Teresa Holder
Lincoln Doddema
Ruth Abdo
MARCH 1, 2015
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/08
03/15
03/15
03/15
03/15
Conrad Davillier
John McCauley
Linda McCauley
Jayne McCauley
Rosalie Cusimano
Rebecca Chambers
Teresa Mansell
Steve & Jami Grant
Pam Thuemmler
Bill Mitchell
Debbie Wilson
Claudia Barnes
Marino Luna Sr.
Anthony Luna
Tony Nekoranec
03/15
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
Magdalena Gudino
Zee Papazia
Bruce Hitchen & Family
Jill Kuca & Family
Barbara Polzin
Norma Biggar
Joseph Lumia
Josephine Kaitbenski
Patricia Atcheson
Dominic Valentine
Mary P. Johnson
Iris & Michael Johnson
Patricia Wayne
Azuriah Paul
Ryan Gorman & Family
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/22
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
Jennie Nappi
Zeny Quimpe & Family
Angie Calimlim & Family
Alberto Angeles
Orlando Nunez
Esperanza Lopez & Family
Lily Ramutap & Meg
Mel Santos
Aida Westbrook
Lourdez Fernandez
Julie & Ted Abelo
Antonio Lopez
Bob Parnel
Carolyn Cave
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
03/29
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT - 5
MARCH 2015 PARISH CALENDAR
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
TUESDAY
2
P-Bethlehem Wood
Carving: at all
Masses
C-RCIA: 10am Mass
W/K-Polish RE: 2:30
G-Polish Dance Grp:
2:30pm
M-Polish Social:
2:30pm
W-Filipino Choir:
5pm
Daylight Saving 8
3
K-SOSM Mtg::
6:30pm
9
P-Scouts selling
Camp Cards at all
Masses
C-RCIA: 10am Mass
W/K-Polish RE: 2:30
G-Polish Dance Grp:
2:30pm
M-Polish Social:
2:30pm
W-Filipino Choir:
5pm
15
WEDNESDAY
10
C-RCIA: 10am Mass
W/K-Polish RE: 2:30
G-Polish Dance Grp:
2:30pm
M-Polish Social:
2:30pm
W-Filipino Choir:
5pm
29
C-KofC Corporate
Mass: 8am
C-RCIA: 10am Mass
W/K-Polish RE: 2:30
G-Polish Dance Grp:
2:30pm
M-Polish Social:
2:30pm
W-Filipino Choir:
5pm
12
19
24
C-Parish Lenten
Reconciliation: 9am1pm & 6-8pm
M-KofC Social Mtg:
6:30
30
C-Polish Stations:
7pm
M-RCIA: 6pm
K-Boy Scouts:
6:30pm
26
P-Scouts selling
Camp Cards at
4:30pm Mass
14
CP-SOSM Car
Wash: 9am
M-Women’s Guild
Retreat: 10am
20
C-Eng Stations: 7pm
M-Lenten Dinner:
5pm
25
7
13
C-Eng Stations: 7pm
M-Lenten Dinner:
5pm
C-RCIA only Penance Service:
5:30pm
C-Polish Stations:
7:30pm
K-Boy Scouts:
6:30pm
23
6
C-1st Fri Confessions:
7:30am & 6:30pm
C-1st Fri Eng. Mass:
8am & 7pm
CH-1st Fri Polish
Mass: 6pm
C-Eng Stations:
6:30pm
M-Lenten Dinner:
5pm
W-Baptism Class:
6pm
18
SATURDAY
5
11
17
FRIDAY
M-Women’s Guild
Mtg: 6:30pm
C-Polish Stations:
7pm
M-RCIA: 6pm
K-Boy Scouts:
6:30pm
M-KofC Pancake
Breakfast: After 8am
& 10am Masses
C-RCIA: 10am Mass
W/K-Polish RE: 2:30
G-Polish Dance Grp:
2:30pm
M-Polish Social:
2:30pm
M-Pilgrimage Info
Mtg: 4pm
W-Filipino Choir:
5pm
22
4
C-Polish Stations:
7pm
M-RCIA: 6pm
K-Boy Scouts:
6:30pm
K-KofC Bus. Mtg:
6:30pm
16
THURSDAY
21
M-Cathecist Formation: 7am
27
C-Eng Stations: 7pm
M-Lenten Dinner:
5pm
28
M-Boy Scouts Court
of Honor: 11am
31
C-Church
M-McFarland Rm
V-Vestibule
- Abstinence
LEGEND
CH-Chapel
B-Bevan Hall
CP-Church Parking Lot
G-Gym
W-Welcome Rm of the Church
F - Fast
K-Kenny Rm
P-Plaza
Always consult the weekly bulletin as dates and times may change throughout the month.
PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE to schedule
any events or activities for the church or Bevan Hall.
GIFTS of the HOLY SPIRIT - Permanent dispositions that make us docile to follow the promptings of the Holy Spirit. The
traditional list of seven gifts of the Spirit is derived from Isaiah 11:1-3: wisdom, understanding, knowledge, counsel, piety,
fortitude, and fear of the Lord (ccc 1830).
6 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MARCH 1, 2015
PARISH INFORMATION
Business Manager: Georgia Charles
Bulletin Editor/Registrations/Gift Shop: Cynthia Almeida
Office Manager / Admin. Assist. to the Pastor: Julia Dodson Maintenance: Rose Torchio & Joel Mondragon
Office Assistant: Joseph Dodson
SACRAMENTAL MINISTRIES
Anointing of the Sick: Call the Parish Office 802-2300
Baptisms:
Julia
802-2300
Funerals:
Parish Office
802-2300
Weddings:
Julia
802-2300
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education:
Confirmation:
RCIA:
Liz Williams
802-2362
[email protected]
Liz Williams
802-2362
[email protected]
Julia Dodson
802-2300
or [email protected]
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Altar Servers: Mariza Rillera 802-2300 (parish office)
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM):
Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Homebound Ministry: Patti Brandeburg 802-2300
(parish office)
Lectors: Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Music Director: David Kowaleski 245-6159
Sacristans: Contact the parish office 802-2300
Ushers: Pat Barry 802-2300 (parish office)
ORGANIZATIONS
Knights of Columbus: A non-parish organization that
provides service opportunities to the Catholic Church.
Contact: Joe Williams, Grand Knight 702-371-9944
OLLV San Pedro Calungsod Alliance for Lay Adults
for the Youth: Rey Espina, President 702-595-5988
Society of St. Mary: A group of dedicated men, has been
committed to the needs of the children & parishioners of
OLLV. Contact: Phil Markusic, President 702-491-9772
Polish School & Dance: Elizabeth Youngman
702-232-4488
Women’s Guild: Mary Beth Pidcock, President
702-362-6353
DIOCESAN ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada: 385-2662
Poverello House: 631-3911
Protecting God’s Children & Victim Assistance:
Contact Ron Valance 235-7723
Vocations: Office of Vocations 735-3500
Women’s Resource: 366-1247
MARCH 1
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you are in need of anointing,
even if you are homebound or hospitalized, contact the parish
office at 802-2300. In an emergency situation when the office is
closed, the answering service will contact one of the priests.
BAPTISMS: Baptisms are usually held on the second and fourth
Saturday of each month.
Parents must be registered, active
parishioners at a parish for at least 3 months. Parents and
Godparents must attend a baptism class (OLLV’s class is usually
the second Thursday of each month). Once these requirements
are met, you may then make an appointment with our
Sacramental Administrator at 802-2300.
HOLY COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND: If you are
homebound or in a hospital and would like to receive holy
communion, please contact the parish office 802-2300.
FOOD & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Through the
generosity of our parishioners, OLLV is able to help Catholic
Charities of Southern Nevada in providing assistance to needy
families. Please contact Catholic Charities at 385-2662.
FUNERALS: Please call the parish office at 802-2300. If you
have already made arrangements with a funeral director, a staff
member will coordinate with them to meet your needs.
MARRIAGE: At least one party must be a registered active
parishioner of a parish for at least 6 months before an
appointment can be made with our Sacramental Administrator,
802-2300. Please contact the parish office as soon as possible as
at least 6 months is necessary to fulfill the marriage preparation
requirements.
MASS INTENTIONS: Mass intention requests are scheduled
through the parish office during office hours. If a specific date is
desired, please schedule as far in advance as possible.
PARISH REGISTRATION: Regardless of where you live, if
you would like to join our parish, please register at the parish
office. You may also request a parish registration form by calling
the office at 802-2300 during regular business hours, email
[email protected] or go to our on-line registration at
www.ollvchurch.org.
**In order that we may better serve you, please use your parish
envelopes. This way you are known to us when requesting the
services of the church. Please be aware that active registration is
a requirement for many parish programs.
PRAYER LIST: If you know someone who is ill or in need of
special prayers (not deceased), please contact the parish office at
802-2300 or email to [email protected].
Office of Victim’s Assistance - If you believe you
are a victim of sexual abuse, please call the hotline at
702-235-7723.
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT - 7
FAITH FORMATION
Coordinator: Liz Williams
3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm; Tuesday 1:00pm - 2:30pm; Friday CLOSED
All Religious Education & Confirmation classes are held on the OLLV School Campus. Contact the Religious
Education & Confirmation Office if you have any questions regarding these programs.
A FULL SCHEDULE can be found at www.ollvchurch.org / Click on Faith Formation / Documents
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
CONFIRMATION - I
CONFIRMATION - II
Wednesday, March 4
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday, March 4
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday, March 11
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday, March 11
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friday, March 6
Service at Hall / Stations of the Cross
Saturday, March 21
Mandatory Retreat at Potosi Pines
Wednesday, March 18
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friday, March 13
Service at Hall / Stations of the Cross
Wednesday, March 25
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Coordinator: Julia Dodson
3050 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2300 Email: [email protected]
PERIOD OF PURIFICATION & ENLIGHTENMENT
Topic: The Other Rites of the Church
Speaker: Fr. Rich
Wednesday, March 4
6:00pm - 8:00pm
McFarland Room
Friday, March 6
5:00pm - 7:00pm
7:00pm
Lenten Dinner (Optional) Stations of the Cross
Sunday, March 8
10:00am
Mass
Meet in Welcome Room After Mass
GLOSSARY TERMS of the WEEK
CANDIDATE: A baptized Christian who is preparing to become a Catholic; in the Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults, the term “candidate” is also used to refer to the subjects of a rite, which includes
catechumens and inquirers.
ELECT: Name given to catechumens chosen by God and affirmed by the Church as ready to celebrate
baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist at the next Easter Vigil; catechumens who have gone through the Rite of
Election or Enrollment Rite on the first Sunday of Lent; the elect are those who are involved in immediate
reparation for initiation at the upcoming Easter Vigil.
8 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MARCH 1, 2015
Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School
3046 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2323 Fax: 702-802-2324
School Website: www.ollv.org
Principal: Phyllis Joyce
Vice-Principal: Monica Futryk
School Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School prepares students to become Catholic leaders of the 21st Century. Find out
more about our wonderful faith formation, academic excellence and progressive learning opportunities.
CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT
School Masses
Sports Programs
Leadership Opportunities
Community Service
Performing & Visual Arts
Children’s Choir, Band & Orchestra
Field Trips
Science Fair
Chess Club
PROGRAM
Fully Accredited
Pre-K - 8th Grade
Student Centered
Technology Driven
Family Oriented
Community Focused
Globally Engaged
SERVICES
Chapel on School Grounds
Bevan Hall
Before & After-School Care
Hot Lunch
Student Success Teams
Sports Field & Gymnasium
Science Lab
Two Technology Labs
Library
Daily Broadcast
Flat Screen TV & Interactive WhiteBoards in each classroom
Pre-K through 8th Grade 2015/2016
All parents with prospective students for the 2015 / 2016 school year are invited to stop by the school office to pick up an
informational packet which contains documentation outlining the school screening process. If you are
unable to stop by
the office, please call 702-802-2323 and we will be happy to mail you a packet. There will be a test fee of $25 and can be
paid on or before the day of the test. Please return the application form to the school office as soon as possible. Children
must be 5 years of age on or before September 30, 2015 to be eligible for Kindergarten for the 2015 / 2016 school
year. Due to the large amount of inquiries received, the screening appointments may become unavailable at any time and
without notice.
Monday, March 2
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Volleyball Game: OLLV vs SEAS at OLLV
Tuesday, March 3
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Volleyball Practice: 3:00pm - 4:30pm - Gym
Wednesday, March 4
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School Mass: 9:00am
Chess Club: 3:00pm - 3:45pm - McFarland Room
Volleyball Practice: 3:00pm - 4:30pm - Gym
WCEA Visit
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Thursday, March 5
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Friday, March 6
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MARCH 1, 2015
Volleyball Practice: 3:00pm - 4:30pm - Gym
WCEA Visit
Stations of the Cross: 9:00am
Volleyball Practice: 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Gym
Minimum Day
No meat today
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT - 9
LENTEN INFORMATION
FAST & ABSTINENCE
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during
Lent are obligatory days of abstinence.
For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a
person is permitted to eat one full meal. Two smaller meals may also be taken, but not to equal a full meal. The norms
concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.
Abstinence laws consider that meat comes from animals such as chickens, cows, sheep, or pigs — all of which live on
land. Birds are also considered meat. Abstinence does not include soups cooked or flavored with meat, meat gravies or
sauces. Salt and freshwater species of fish, amphibians, reptiles, (cold-blooded animals) and shellfish are permitted.
Those that area excused from fast and abstinence outside the age limits include the physically or mentally ill including
individuals suffering from chronic illnesses such as diabetes. Also excluded are pregnant or nursing women. In all cases
common sense should prevail, and ill persons should not further jeopardize their health by fasting. — www.usccb.org
Knights of Columbus - St. Jude Council 9102
Every Friday during Lent
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
ENGLISH
Every Friday during Lent
7:00pm in the church
Except on March 6 Stations will be at 6:30pm
POLISH
Every Wednesday during Lent
7:00pm in the church
Except on March 18 Stations will be at 7:30pm
FIRST FRIDAY
MARCH 6
Confessions: 7:30am & 6:30pm
Mass in English: 8:00am & 7:00pm (church)
Holy Hour to follow the 7:00pm Mass
Mass in Polish: 6:00pm (school chapel)
PARISH LENTEN CONFESSIONS
TUESDAY, MARCH 24
8:30am - 11:00am & 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Including Good Friday
5:00pm - 7:00pm
In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
Menu for March 6: Fish, rice & veggies,
assorted desserts and coffee.
Adults: $8.00
Children under 12 yrs: $5.00
Second Sunday of Lent
It is Christ who died, or rather, was raised
who also is at the right hand of God, who
indeed intercedes for us. – Romans 8:34
As we hear of Christ is transfigured,
St. Paul reminds us that the Risen Christ
is more than transfigured now.
For reflection this week: Do I feel
strengthened and comforted by Christ’s
glory? Do I call on him as my intercessor
in times of need?
Let us pray: for all who are in need:
May we always come to Christ, our
intercessor before the Father.
12 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MARCH 1, 2015