EASTER SUNDAYParish Office Hours: Weekdays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, but closed on Thursday afternoons from 12 to 4:30 PM for staff development, training and administrative meetings.
Please note: The parish office will be closed Monday, April 13th, in observance of Easter.
Last Week’s Collection: Regular Collection: $14,952.51, Building
Fund: $3,257.25, Easter Flowers: $160.00,
Easter: $680.00, Rice Bowl: $1,111.73, Eastern Europe: $10.00, Catholic Relief: $45.00, Holy
Land: $35.00, Candles: $157.70.
Total: $20,409.19.
Mass Attendance:
5:00 PM: 472; 8:00
AM: 338; 10:30 AM: 610. Total: 1420.
The
2009 FLOWER INTENTION CALENDAR is posted in the hall by the literature
rack in the church. There are four intentions each week. Please
fill in for whom and from on the calendar. Your donation of $25
for each intention can be placed in the flower envelope located to the right of
the calendar. Please drop your envelope in the collection basket or turn
in at the office. Please call the office if you would like one of these
dates.
SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS: April 12 – 18
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Happy Birthday To: James Augustino Jr., John Chandler, Ron
Eaglin, Mike Picard, Sheridan Horrell, Emily Kenny, Marjorie Leto, J.J. Towse,
Joyce Crompton, Sylvia Edwards, Auggie Fields, Anita Heilberg, Joseph Kaz,
Denise Lee, Gayle Richmond, Maureen Spina, Joseph Huempfner, Rene Preedom,
Alpha Schultz, Diane Zawislak, Elinor Collins, Eileen Delsolia, Jim Gunn, Anne
Hunt, Donald Jenis, Sarah Justice, Mary Jane Luff, Alex Picard, Linda Quinn,
Lee Shoulette, Pauline Becker, Ella Bodie, Dory Ellerbe, Nate Fata, Annmarie
Hunt, Candice Lively, Patricia Robson, Patty Rowles, Vincent DiMaggio, Carolyn
Ellis,
Tyler Knowles, Paul Lawlor, JoAnne Masline, Michael Pannucci, Glenda Shoulette.
To: Joseph & Anne
Marzili, Hal & Rifi Schweder, Thomas
& Virginia D’Antoio, James & Erika Fisher, Frederick & Diane Kane,
Jim & Nancy McMahon, Paul & Nancy Szarowicz, Arthur & Eileen
Brooks, Vincent & Dorothy Franco, Scott & Kristina Mauldin, Michael
& Mary Vicas, David & Maryisabel Posek, Joseph & Catherine Doherty,
Ernie & Marion Dozzi.
Tickets are on sale for Tastes at Pawleys 2009!
You can purchase your advance tickets
for Tastes at Pawleys from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Monday through Wednesday the
week of April 13 in the Parish Life Center lobby. During the week of April 20,
tickets will be sold Monday through Saturday.
Advance tickets are $4 each; children under 12 are admitted free. Don’t
forget to buy your door prize tickets, too—four opportunities to get a 37-inch
HD LCD television for only $10.
Training
for Tastes at Pawleys Volunteers will be held on Tuesday, April 21st,
in Room 1 of the PLC. There will be two
sessions: 4:30 to 5:30, and 6:45 to
7:45. All TAP volunteers are encouraged
to attend one of the training sessions.
PEOPLE OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to
Bill Austin, PBOC parishioner and 8th
grader at St. Michael Catholic School, for being named SC Jr. Scholar which
recognizes students with outstanding PSAT scores. He also was on the St. Michael Robotics team
that won
first place in the teamwork competition category at the First Lego League State
Competition at Clemson University in February.
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Our former Pastoral Associate, Bernadette
McMasters, has completed her studies, successfully defended her thesis, and
will be awarded a Doctor of Ministry Degree by Lutheran Theological Seminary at
Philadelphia at commencement exercises on May 16. Congratulations Doctor
Bernadette!
LIBRARY
NEWS
- Our parish has a broad and growing library located in the Office area of the
Parish Life Center. Feel free to stop in
during office hours and browse and borrow any material.
You can now look up the books we have on the PBOC website. When you get to our website, go to Parish
Campus, go to Library—and you can search our library for books either by word,
phrase, or general subject. We have over
100 different subject matters to choose from.
Service Men and Women are always in need of mail
from home. *Please drop a line to the following:
* SSG Carlos Flores, 812th
MP Company, APO AE 09387
* AIC Kevin J. Patteson, PSC9
Box 1485, APO AE 09123
* Nuristan PRT, Jeffrey
Thoennes, FOB Kalagush,
APO AE 09354
* PFC Robert Humphreys, B Co 1st
CEB RC PLT,
Unit 40510, FPO AP
96426-0510
* PFC Chris Barnych,
Headquarters, HQSVC, BN.MCB,
TMOF, Unit 35002, FPO AP
96373-5002
* 1st Lt. Michael T.
Guay, CF Centaur, A-BTRY/FOB
GOSHTA, APO AE 09354
* Gy Sgt. B.M. Blonder, Force
Recon PLT Task Force,
3/8 H&S Co. Unit 73275, FPO/AP 09510-3275
* Pv2 Jarrod Berger, ACO 1-12
CAV/TF 2-82 FA,
FOB Diamondback,
APO AE 09334
If you would like to add
someone to this list, call Phyllis Bieger at 237-3444. Please Note: These addresses could
change.
Also, please call Phyllis or
the parish office to let us know when any of these servicepersons have returned
home.
AID TO OUR MILITARY: Your response in donating for
our military care packages is appreciated.
Our troops like to receive Pringles, Chex Mix, chips, granola bars, beef
jerky, Cheeto’s, peanuts, cheese and peanut-butter cracker packs, etc., which
can be dropped off at the parish office in a bag/s marked “Military”. Our K of C members have generously mailed
these packages. Your prayers are requested
for our military and their safe return.
– John Glinka
Alleluia! Christ is risen and is victorious over sin
and death! We are good stewards of our
faith if, like St. Paul, we share this good news whenever and wherever we can.
HOW
ARE WE DOING?
Church Debt
3/31/09 $291,849.55
PLC Debt 3/31/09 $1,390,410.91
Average weekly
Collections for March 2008 2009
1st
Collection $12,899.48
$11,922.82
2nd
Collection $2,238.22 $2,333.39
Thank You to the following parishioners for their help
this past week with the Ecumenical Luncheon and Easter Egg Hunt: Pam Bilella,
Susan Schmersal, Ellen Vignone, Barbara Morin, Marianne Anderson, Jo and
Gabe Timpano, Richard Duff, Theresa Vercellotti, Kathy Knittel, Tyler Russell,
Vince and Angie Triana, Senior Youth, Confirmation Class and Staff Members -
Ellen Sullivan, Kate Russell, Maureen Arneman, Patty Guazzo, Skip Reilly and
Jim McMahon.
-
Mary Jane and Jim Barnett
RESPECT LIFE
Among important issues involving the dignity of human life with which the Church is concerned, abortion necessarily plays a central role. Abortion, the direct killing of an innocent human being, is always gravely immoral (The Gospel of Life, no. 57). Its victims are the most vulnerable and defenseless members of the human family. It is imperative that those who are called to serve the least among us give urgent attention and priority to this issue of justice.
- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops
Prayer & worship
MINISTRY OF CARE
Let us know of your loved one confined to home, in
the hospital or recovering from surgery and now home. Our ministry is to unite the sick and
recovering followers of Christ with the Body of Christ, they are
not ALONE. Please call the parish office
at 237-3428, Christine at 237-2096, or Anne at 237-0401.
Outreach
Fr.
Pat’s Lunch Kitchen continues to serve on Wednesdays and Thursdays,
with people coming together to enjoy sharing meals and friendship. Last Wednesday we served
73 people Glazed Ham Steak, Baked Macaroni & Cheese, Red Rice, Vegetable Medley,
Assorted Desserts and Sweet Tea. On
Thursday we served 50 people Pizza, Reuben Sandwiches, Potato Salad, Assorted
Desserts and Iced Tea. We thank everyone who helps to make these
meals a pleasure for all who come.
Fellowship
Bereavement
Support Group
Men &
women who are dealing with issues of grief and loss – any loss: of a loved one,
family member, job or relationship – are welcome to attend our meeting on
Tuesday, April 21st at 10:30 AM in the PLC, Room 2. Reception follows meeting. Please contact Pat
David at 650-2244.
PRIME TIMERS – This month’s meeting is cancelled due to
the Easter holiday.
WEB SITE UPDATE - Our Parish has so many wonderful events. NEW on the Web Site is the Women’s Club
Fashion Show. It was spectacular! You will enjoy seeing your fellow parishioners
strutting their stuff. Let your friends
and family know how vibrant and active our parish is. Invite them to take a look at the pictures on
the church web site - http://pbocchurch.com. Just look under the Parish Activities column,
and click on, “Photos of Parish Events.”
RELIGIOUS ED REVIEW
HAPPY EASTER! Religious
Ed classes resume on April 19th.
ADULT EDUCATION: The Saint Paul Lecture Series continues on April
16th with two sessions, 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM, in the PLC Room 2.
Small Christian Communities
Continue your Easter
Journey… SCC is sponsoring a day trip to Mepkin Abbey
on Saturday, April 18, which will include a tour of the abbey and gardens as
well as attendance at their noon service.
The tour will include a history of Mepkin Plantation situated on the
Cooper River, an explanation of the nature and history of the Trappists, a
visit to Mepkin’s Church, winner of several national architectural awards and a
docent-led tour of the Gardens with a presentation on the historical
significance of this part of the Cooper River.
A box lunch on the grounds is included.
A bus will depart the Parish Life Center at 8:30 AM, returning at 3:30
PM. The cost is $25 all inclusive. Call Suzanne Harris at 235-6918 or 503-8247
to reserve a seat. The trip will be
limited to the first 20.
Our first Seder Meal was a
success! Over 75 people came to
participate in the Passover ceremony last Tuesday evening. Special thanks to
Kathy Frank and Mary Ann Ward for their efforts in planning the event and
preparing all the delicious food.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Sr.
Youth Group (SYG):
Grades 9-12, Sundays 6–8:00 PM
ü Grabba Java – Tuesdays 6:45-7:45 PM
Jr.
Youth Group (JYG):
Grades 5-8, Fridays 6:30-8:30 PM
Youth
Music
ü Jr. Choir – Practices Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 PM in church.
ü Sr. Choir – Practices Thursday 6:00-7:00 PM in
church.
There
will be no youth programming week of April 12-18th.
SYG
will resume Sunday April 19th, JYG will resume Friday April 24th.
Questions?
Kate, YM 237-3428 x.3, youth@pbocchurch.com
Women’s club
The 2009 Fashion Show was a huge success
because of the extraordinary time, talents, effort and donations of our
members, parishioners and community. Please visit the parish web site to see
the complete list of names.
Happy Easter to all the parishioners from the Women's
Club.
To submit information
in the bulletin for the Women's Club, Contact Debbie Desh at 235-3742.
Knights of Columbus
THE KNIGHTS SUNDAY NEWS
READ ALL ABOUT IT !!!!!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CATHOLIC ACTION
YOUTH AWARD -The Knights of Columbus announce that nominations for their annual
Catholic Action Youth Award are being accepted during the month of April.
The Award consists of a cash prize in the amount of $1000 and is given to the
young Catholic lady or gentleman who best serves his/her parish, community and
fellow man. Any adult member of the parish may nominate a young person
for this award and all are encouraged to do so. We are blessed with many
outstanding young persons in our parish who are living what is fundamental to
being a Christian, by what they do, and how they live, in their community
environment. This is an opportunity to recognize their efforts.
Nominations should be in the form of a "letter of nomination" that
describes the various achievements of the youngster and reasons for their
consideration for this award. All nominations should be sent to:
Kevin Moravek, 47 Berkshire Loop, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.
(235-6718)
Coming Events:
Sunday
April 19, Operation Blitz weekend at all Masses
Sunday
April 19, Divine Mercy Service
Sunday
April 26, Tastes at Pawleys
Saturday, June 20, Father’s Day Wine Tasting
& Dinner
HAPPY EASTER to all the Knights
and their families!
Vivat Jesus ! Al Salemme, Grand
Knight
DIOCESAN NEWS
ST. MICHAEL’S SCHOOL
NEWS…
The principals of the Diocese of Charleston were on Retreat this past
month. We joined in praying for the children, parents, teachers and
pastors of the Catholic Schools in our dioceses. The future of the
Catholic Church relies on the formation of the children of the present.
We pray for the grace and faith to continue this important ministry in the
Church.
In celebration of our 10th Anniversary, we are pleased to
announce the formation of a Middle School scholarship for the 2009-10 academic
year. Students entering 6th,
7th, or 8th grade may enter. For more details including
scholarship criteria call the school at 651-6795 or visit www.saintmichaelsc.org.
Please consider supporting our 9th Annual Spring Auction, our
largest fundraiser benefitting St. Michael Catholic School. This memorable evening of fun, food and dancing
is on Saturday, April 25, 2009,
at 6:00 pm in Duffy Center and will include dinner by Outback
Steakhouse, Live and Silent Auction & 50/50, Craziest Hawaiian Shirt &
Best Dressed Contest and dancing with music by DJ Gary Brown (former member of
the Catalinas). Tickets are $25 per person. For more information including tickets or
auction donations, contact Becky Fico at 235-1033.
VOCATIONS
- The Diocese of Charleston and
the Oratory are sponsoring a discernment retreat April 23-26, 2009 at the
Oratory in Rock Hill. The retreat will
allow participants to discern a possible vocation to the priesthood, diaconate
or religious life. Men and women ages
18-55 are eligible. For more information
and applications please call the Vocations Office at 843-402-9115, ext. 22.
LOCAL NEWS
The Georgetown Habitat for Humanity ReStore is in need of volunteers:
for a Receptionist on Mondays 8:30-4:30 (greeting, assisting customers,
cash register, organize and price items); and for customer service for varied
3-hour shifts Tuesdays thru Saturdays (greeting, customer service, mailings).
Anyone interested in these positions or for more information please contact
Kelly Mullane at 843-546-5685, ext. 9., or email: Volcoord@habitatgeorgetown.com.
The Catholic Coalition on Climate Change will launch an Initiative
encouraging United States Catholics to pray and reflect on the duty to care for
God’s creation and care for the poor and vulnerable. A “Climate Covenant” and a “St. Francis
Pledge to Protect Creation and the Poor” will be unveiled on Earth Day, April
22, as a means to unite Catholics concerned about climate change. For information or to take the pledge, visit www.catholicsandclimatechange.org.
Monday
Acts 2:14,22-23 / Matthew
28:8-15
Tuesday Acts 2:36-41 / John 20:11-18
Wednesday Acts 3:1-10 / Luke 24:13-35
Thursday Acts 3:11-26 / Luke
24:35-48
Friday Acts 4:1-12 /John 21:1-14
Saturday Acts
4:13-21 / Mark 16:9-15
Small Christian Communities
Prayer
Corner
Pray With Us…
Almighty and
everlasting God, in your tender love
for us you sent your
Son our Savior Jesus Christ,
to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility. Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection. Amen
- All Saints Lenten Service