Saint Mary of the Annunciation

Priest Celebrants & Mass Intentions

Saturday, March 225:30pm Msgr. Brovey

+Mary F. FieldsSunday, March 239:00am Fr. Allen

+Evelyn May Sullivan9:30am Fr. Patrick Allen (St. Mary)

11:15am Msgr. BroveyPro Populo

6:00pm Msgr. Brovey+Mary Pfundstein Webber

Monday, March 247:00am Fr. Higgins, (St. Mary)+Sr. Ferdinanda Sperti, FSP

12:05pm Msgr. BroveyThe Tecklenburg Family

Tuesday, March 257:00am Fr. Higgins, (St. Mary)

12:05pm Fr. Patrick AllenIntentions of Cheryl LaRose

Wednesday, March 26 7:00am Fr. Higgins (St. Mary)

+Sr. Filippina Maria, FSP12:05pm Msgr. Brovey

+Mary E. (Aunt Cis) ConnellyThursday, March 27

7:00am Msgr. Brovey, (St. Mary)12:05pm Fr. Patrick Allen

+Roger & Catherine O’DonnellFriday, March 28

7:00am Msgr. Brovey, (St. Mary)+Anthony Moscati

12:05pm Fr. Patrick Allen+Linda Lupario Ollwell

Saturday, March 295:30pm Msgr. Brovey

+Kristopher KingSunday, March 30

9:00am Msgr. Brovey+Salvatore Rinauro

9:30am Fr. Patrick Allen (St. Mary)+Anthony Moscati

11:15am Msgr. BroveyPro Populo

6:00pm Msgr. Brovey+June Praetzel

Lenten Schedule

Lenten Stations of the CrossFridays, March 7-April 116:30pm in the Cathedral

Palm Sunday April 139:30am & 11:30am (Anglican) - Masses at St. Marys

5:30pm Saturday - Vigil Mass at the Cathedral9:00am, 11:15am & 6:00pm - Sunday Masses at the Cathedral

Holy Week Schedule

Monday April 14 Mass Times7:00am - Mass at St. Marys

12:05pm - Mass at the CathedralTuesday, April 15

7:00am - Mass at St. Marys11:00am - Chrism Mass at the Cathedral

Wednesday April 167:00am - Mass at St. Marys

12:05pm - Mass at the CathedralHoly Thursday, April 17

7:00pm - Mass of the Lord’s Supper at the CathedralGood Friday, April 18

12:00pm - St. Mary Live Stations of the Cross at St. Marys3:00pm - The Lord’s Passion at the Cathedral

Holy Saturday, April 198:30pm - The Great Easter Vigil Mass

Easter Sunday, April 208:00am, 10:00am & Noon (Anglican) - Easter Masses at St. Mary

8:00am, 10:00am (Church & Hall) & 12:15pm - Easter Masses at the Cathedral

March 23, 2014 3rd Sunday of Lent

St. Mary of the AnnunciationMarch 23, 2014

St. Mary’s Parish News Help the Seafarers’ Ministry by donating your old magazines and books. Bring your donations to the parish hall or call Paul Rosenblum at (843)822-3572 for pickup. We are also interested in any donations of prayer cards, rosaries, religious medals, or other religious items that you would like to give so that we can pass them on. Thank you for all of your past and continued support. Our Lady, Stella Maris, pray for us.

Perpetual Adoration at Blessed Sacrament Church: If you are an early riser, or one who is awake in the hours after midnight….YOU are needed in the Adoration Chapel. We continue to have openings for the following days and times: Friday, 3:00am to 4:00am and Saturday, 4:00am to 5:00am. If you have been feeling the gentle call of the Holy Spirit, but just haven’t made the call...Do It Today. Call Charlie Lindsey at 766-2867 and experience what a difference one hour a week with Jesus in our Adoration Chapel can make in your life. You Have The Invitation — He Is Waiting For Your Reply.

Hospital Bound? If either you or a member of your family is scheduled to be hospitalized, please call the

Did You Know? Catholic Counseling Services provides psychological

service in English and Spanish to adolescents through older adults.

For information, call Dr. Mara Calderon, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, at 402-9115 ext. 17.

Most insurances are accepted.

Lilian AndrewsJim Brady

Margaret Mary BrandtBetty Young BurrisLorraine Emanuel

Cpl. Gaven Eier, USMCPatty EmerickJan Giuffreda

Holly Gorman Richardine Grant

Ed GreenRachel Pardieck Hazelwood

Annabelle HeilGoleta KincerAidan Lane

Johnny MarshallJudy McDowellAnne Mosley

SSgt. Samuel T. Myers, USMC

Capt. Andrew Nicholson, USMC Annie Neese

Heather RileyBarbara Rosenbaum

Bennett & Mary Grace Sease

Pauline Sottile Margaret Mary Sprague

Jeff Todd Owen Weldon

St. Vincent De Paul will be collecting

after Mass NEXT WEEK

After Mass next week, SVDP will be begging for the area poor. The calls are at an all time high,

we not only need monetary help, but also more members. Please pray for us and to see if maybe this

would be a ministry for you. We thank you in advance for your generosity and help.

“Now [Lent] is the season of confession. Confess what you have done in word

or deed, by night or day. Confess in an acceptable time, and in the day of salvation

receive the heavenly treasure…”Cleanse thy vessel, that thou mayest

receive grace more abundantly. For though remission of sins is given equally to all, the

communion of the Holy Ghost is bestowed in proportion to each man’s faith. If thou hast

laboured little, thou receivest little; but if thou hast wrought much, the reward is

great. Thou art running for thyself, see to thine own interest.

~ St. Cyril of Jerusalem

Saint Mary of the Annunciation

St. Mary of the AnnunciationMarch 23, 2014

Local Community NewsRachel’s Vineyard Retreat: This may be the time for you to attend a Rachel’s

Vineyard Retreat for post abortive women and men. Join us on the journey from guilt,

shame and sorrow to healing, peace and reconciliation. Our next retreat is March 28-30 in the Charleston area. For more information, Christy 803 554 6088 or Kathy 803 546 6010 or grace4healing@gmail.com.

Captains’ Choice Golf Tournament: The Athletic Association of St. Joseph will be hosting their 17th Annual Captains’ Choice Handicap Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 3rd, with a 1:30pm shotgun start at

the Shadowmoss Golf Club. The entry fee is $80 per player which includes prizes, giveaways, a chance to win and $5,000, and a post tournament dinner at the St. Joseph Family Life Center. Registration forms can be obtained by calling Ann or Al at 556-4611 or on our website: www.saintjosephchas.com.

Mepkin Abbey Lectures by Harry Moody, PhDOne of the country’s foremost advocates for changing the image of Aging: Mepkin

Abbey Library, April 2. 2:00–4:00pm “Dreams for the Second Half of Life”6:30–7:30pm “Meister Eckhart in His Time and Ours”To register for these lectures call (843) 761-6580 or email: epkinlectures@gmail.com

Option # 1 Afternoon Lecture $10 payable at the door

Option # 2 Both Lectures, with a sandwich between, $20.

Important Phone NumbersMonsignor Steven L. Brovey, Administrator843-724-8395 monsignor.slb@gmail.comAssisting Priests: Father Patrick AllenDeacon Jerome Remkiewicz843-937-8518 jremkiewicz@gmail.comBookkeeper: Sharon Emma843-724-8395 Ext. 236 sharon.m.emma@gmail.comDir. of Christian Formation & Evang.: Mr. Dan Lord 843-724-8395 Ext. 233 danlord4444@gmail.comOrganist/Choir Master: Larry Long843-813-3631 Lklong@aol.comMinisters & Lectors: Tommy Hartnett 843-886-8753Holy Name Society: John Deden: 843-296-8157Ladies Altar Society: Barbara Ankersen: 843-884-1277Crissy Rowell: 843-377-5177Parish Secretary: Rebecca Achterhof 843-724-8395 Ext. 236 stmarysrebecca@bellsouth.netSpecial Needs Group: Carolyn Epperly: 843-722-4976Wedding Scheduling: Sr. Deanna Bartolomei: 843-724-8395 x224

Charleston Catholic School News

Why should you choose Catholic Education? Here are three of of the top reasons:1. Catholic tradition and academic excellence in a

community grounded in a common faith.2. Balanced curriculum including art, music and

fitness.3. Emphasis on moral development, service to others

and leadership skills.This is our mission statement:The Charleston Catholic School educates a socially diverse student body in a nurturing family environment within the sacred tradition and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Teachers challenge the students to discover their own unique gifts through creative inquiry and critical thinking in the core academic subjects and the arts. Our small, loving environment enables students to learn self discipline through responsible decision-making and to develop a sense of compassion for others.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2014 - 15 school year. Please call Jeannie Fanjoy at 577-4495 to schedule a tour.

www.charlestoncatholic.com

March 23, 2014 3rd Sunday of Lent

Be A Witness For Life....Spring Lenten 40 Days For Life Campaign!

The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and St. Mary’s 40 Days 24 Hour Prayer Vigil

Saturday, March 29, 2014Charleston Women’s Medical Center1312 Ashley River Road (Hwy. 61)

Deacon Jerry Remkiewicz Will Lead Us In Prayer And Song From 8:00am Til 9:00am As We Pray

For The Conversion Of Hearts And The Closing Of Charleston’s Abortion Facility! Please join us....

On Saturday, March 29, the Cathedral and St. Mary’s will sponsor its 24 hour vigil day of prayer at the abortion site in Charleston. We are in need of people to stand in prayer in front of the abortion site...just your “prayerful presence” has changed hearts and saved lives. Knights of Columbus Council 704 covers the night shift.Please come by anytime at your convenience or sign up for a dedicated hour by calling Cheryle at 696-0604 or Jim(St. Mary) 813-6078. 40 DAYS for Life is an international campaign in over 500 cities that supports peaceful prayer outside abortion facilities. We stand for and give dignity to the unborn being killed who have no voice and are the poorest and most vulnerable among us. We are Pro-Woman and believe women deserve better than abortion...an intrinsic evil and crime against God and humanity...Since 2004, 40 Days campaigns have resulted in the closure of many abortion sites, a diminished number of abortion providers, and the conversion of many abortion workers. Won’t you please join us and be a part of this monumentally successful effort that seeks God’s favor to turn hearts and minds from a culture of death to a culture of life and love!

Why Catholic? March 26th, at 6:45pm...

Pauline Book and Media, 243 King Street(Please use side door)

All ages are welcome as Lucis Via Catholic young adults, young professionals and young families hosts their monthly speaker. After a fantastic turnout last month, we are excited to present another great speaker as we welcome Father Patrick Allen of the Corpus Christi Community of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter. Father Allen will be sharing what brought him home to the Catholic Faith and how being a Catholic Priest has changed his view of the Sacraments and how his family has been affected and felt welcomed by the Catholic community. Please join us for a social with snacks and drinks starting at 6:45pm and then dinner out afterwards, hopefully with our guest speaker as well.

Knights of ColumbusRev. P.N. Lynch Assembly 1071

2014 Patriotic Essay Contest WinnersSincere thanks to all of the principals, teachers, and eight grade students who particpated in the 41st Annual Patriotic Essay Contest. It is with great pleasure that we announce the following winners whose essays were chosen as the best written expressions on the topic “The Importance of Religious Liberty.” The top essay winners in the overall competition are as follows:First Place: Caroline Dukes Blessed Sacrament SchoolSecond Place: Finian Butcher Charleston Catholic SchoolSecond Place: Will Donnellon Charleston Catholic SchoolThird Place: William Smith Nativity Catholic SchoolCongratulations to all students who participated in this essay contest. The winners will be honored at an awards dinner on May 21, 2014.

Lucis ViaCatholic Young Adults Group (ages 18-35)Check out our web site to learn about local Bible studies, charities, and social events!Ignite your Faith. Get plugged in. http://lucisvia.org/

For questions, please contact Richard White at 505-307-1974 or LucisViaCharleston@gmail.com

March 23, 2014 3rd Sunday of Lent

Ministers of the LiturgyGreeters and Gift Bearers:

This Week:Steve & Sheila Grainger

Next Week:Tommy & Bonnie Hartnett

Lectors:This Week:

Jimmy McAlisterNext Week:

David PardiekExtraordinary Ministers of the

Distribution of Holy Communion:This Week:

Mary Sease, Pauline SottileNext Week:

Al Stiles, Tom HesseHospitality:This Week:

Betty Howell, Ginger Howell, Sheila Moore, Mary Frances

Kastner, Lenore Hammerbacher, Kenna Burt, Joy Lauerer

Next Week:Phillipa McAlister, Donna Adams,

Bonnie Hartnett, Stephanie Shackelford, Ashley Finnegan, Maryann Testa, Joanne Infinger

Altar Flowers: Every member of the parish is invited to contribute to the beauty of our worship space by Providing the altar flowers on a particular

Sunday to the glory of God, in memory, thanksgiving, or celebration of people or events that are important to that donor. Please call the Parish Office for more

information or to schedule a Sunday.

The Sacrament of MatrimonyEither the bride or the groom must be a practicing Catholic and registered at St. Marys for at least twelve months before scheduling a wedding date and beginning the six months marriage preparation. The bride/groom must be an active parishioner, regularly attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of obligation, and use the envelope system in regular support of the parish. The Wedding Policy Booklet may be found on our website: http://www.catholic-doc.org/saintmarys/. Contact Sister Deanna for more information, 843-724-8395.

Baptisms are celebrated on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:30am or the 4th Sunday of the month during the 9:30am Mass. Baptisms that are scheduled during Mass are especially rich in

significance. The joyful witness of the entire parish community emphasizes the reality that, through Baptism, a person truly becomes a part of the Mystical Body of Christ and a permanent member of God’s family. To have your child baptized, please contact Dan Lord at 724-8395 ext. 233. Please call before the birth of your child.

Are You an Active Member?Various facilities and services are available to our active members. This includes use of the Church for Baptisms, Weddings, and other sacramental events, and includes parishioner status in parochial schools.Active Membership is determined by four things:

1. Being properly registered in the parish for a sufficient period of time.2. Faithful attendance at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days.3. Use of the envelope system in regular support of the parish.4. Being active in at least one parish program, ministry, or organization.

Please notify the office of any changes in your address or contact information.

Finance Office Information March 9, 2014:

Envelope Offertory: $4,767.0092 envelopes were received

Electronic Offertory: $287.5113 (of 36) parishioners

Total Offertory Received: $5,054.51(37% of parishioners contributed this week.)

Weekly Offertory Report

Total Families: 282Thank You for your

generosity. Each gift matters!

If you have any questions you are always welcome to call Sharon Emma, Bookkeeper, at 724-8395 ext. 236.

Offertory Option: You can now manage your giving online. Giving online is easy and allows you to set up automatic recurring contributions and view your complete online giving history. Just follow these easy steps: • Just vistit our website (catholic-doc.org/saintmarys), • click on the Donate Now button,• Click on the Create Profile button, then• Follow the onscreen instructions to create a profile and to schedule your

contributions.Don’t forget: Update your electronic account with

current credit card expiration dates

Remember: When giving to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal all payments should be made payable to the “Bishop’s Annual Appeal”. This will ensure your payments are applied directly to your pledge.