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Sacraments SATURDAY VIGIL EUCHARIST

5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Spanish).

SUNDAY EUCHARIST 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 3:00

p.m. (Spanish), and 5:00 p.m. A nursery is available during all Masses.

WEEKDAY EUCHARIST Monday-Saturday at 9:00 a.m. and

Friday at 7:00 p.m. (Spanish; September-May)

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Every Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays beginning May 30 6:30-8:00 p.m.

CONFESSIONS Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.

SACRAMENTS OF INITIATION Christian Initiation of Adults follows the restored rites of the ancient Catechumenate.

Christian Initiation of Children Age seven and older takes place in a community of young inquirers who

prepare for Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist during the Octave of Easter.

THE BAPTISM OF INFANTS Is celebrated on the first Saturday of the month (English) and last Saturday of the

month (Spanish), except during Lent.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING Saturdays during 9:00 a.m. Mass

and upon request.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Couples contemplating marriage should contact a deacon or priest at least six months before their

desired wedding date.

SACRAMENT OF HOLY ORDERS Those interested in ministry as a priest,

deacon, sister or brother should contact a parish priest.

AT THE VERY HEART OF OUR PARISH:

Alpha-Because Life is Worth Exploring! Food, Talk, Good Conversation.

ARISE Small Christian Communities Contact Kelly Schreckenberger

kschreckenberger@saintlaw.org

Christ Renews His Parish

Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) retreats are held once a year for men and women. Contact Deacon Bob Riddett

bobsgiants@gmail.com

Today is Pentecost Sunday, the 50th day after Easter (counting both Easter Sunday and today). Pentecost is often called “the birthday of the Church.” As we hear in Holy Scripture, today is the day that the Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus’ followers, and with that Jesus’ mission on earth was completed. Jesus calls His followers and literally all of us to be missionaries. The Latin root word for “missionary” is derived from the original Greek word apostolos,which meant “one sent forth.” Obviously, we get the word “apostle” from that as well. It is further defined as one who attempts to persuade or convert. It involves the “apostle” or “disciple” working outside of the community. When Jesus spoke these words, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” That includes each and every one of us. We, too, are sent. Many times we have reiterated that being sent means that we live out our Catholic faith in everything we do. That is the best way to evangelize, to let those around us know what it means to be a Christian and a follower of Christ and His disciple. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops made the following statement about what it means to evangelize: “Here, there are two elements of evangelization at work: 1. Witness, which is the simple living out of the faith; 2. Sharing, which is spreading the Good News of Jesus.” Do we follow the admonitions given us by the Lord? Are we examples of what it means to be a Catholic and Christian? Do we truly share the Good News? Who, in your life, needs to be evangelized? Maybe it is your spouse, your friend, your neighbor...perhaps your adult children have walked away from their faith; may-be your parents are still searching for meaning; perhaps it is you who is looking for more…. Whoever it is, know that they are welcome here! Invite them to join us at Alpha on Wednesday, May 30 at 6:30 p.m. Come alone, or bring someone with you. No pres-sure. No follow up. No charge. Everyone has questions. Let’s explore life and faith together.

Missionary Discipleship

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Stewardship MAY 20 SUN: PENTECOST SUNDAY

8:00 a.m. Mass: Phyllis Skinner 10:00 a.m. Mass: Robert Speltz

12:00 p.m. Mass: All People of the Parish 3:00 p.m. Mass (Spanish): Nestor Manzanero

5:00 pm. Mass: All Graduates

MAY 21 MON: WEEKDAY

9:00 a.m. Mass: The Adeojo Family

MAY 22 TUES: WEEKDAY

9:00 a.m. Mass: Michelle Davin

MAY 23 WED: WEEKDAY

9:00 a.m. Mass: Natalie Jors Wilkins

MAY 24 THU: WEEKDAY

9:00 a.m. Mass: V. Thomas

MAY 25 FRI: WEEKDAY

9:00 a.m. Mass: Norman Talbo

9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

7:00 p.m. Mass (Spanish): NO Mass

MAY 26 SAT: ST. PHILIP NERI, PRIEST

9:00 a.m. Mass: Hector Barreto

3:30 p.m.: Confessions

5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass: Rev. John Howren 7:00 p.m. Vigil Mass (Spanish): Roberto Martinez

MAY 27 SUN: THE MOST HOLY TRINITY

8:00 a.m. Mass: Donald Richard Clifford 10:00 a.m. Mass: The Chime Family

12:00 p.m. Mass: All People of the Parish 3:00 p.m. Mass (Spanish): Silvio & Maria Sandoval

5:00 pm. Mass: Donald Richard Clifford

Please Pray for Our Sick: Ownen Barnaby, Ada Dominguez, Paula McCaleb, Karen Manzanero, Maria Luisa Martinez, Miguel Huerta Ortiz, Gonzalo Restrepo and Carol Yoklic along with their families and caregivers.

We Welcome to the Household of Faith, Hyacinth Grossett and Tony Isitekhale who were recently baptized. May the Lord hold them close to his heart always!

Recent Collections

In-Pew Offertory May 6 .......................... $26,540.30 Electronic Giving May 6 ........................... $19,580.70 Total Offertory April May 6 .................... $46,121.00 St. Vincent de Paul .................................. $12,601.51

In-Pew Offertory May 13 ........................ $23,259.81 Electronic Giving May 13 ......................... $10,881.60 Total Offertory April May 13 .................. $34,141.41 Catholic Communications ......................... $4,370.32

Please remember in your prayers our loved one who recently passed away Bryan Steven Alberto, of St. Lawrence. May he rest in peace.

This Week at a Glance

Mass Intentions St. Paul reminds us today that all of our gifts have their

source in the Holy Spirit and that those gifts are given “for the common good.” What gifts are mine to

share?

Try Electronic Giving! For more information, visit www.saintlaw.org or call our bookkeeper, Maria Simon, at 770.963.8992 x304.

Sun, May 20 9:00 am Adult Bible Study 6:00 pm High School Senior Dinner

Mon, May 21 7:00 pm Welcoming Committee Meeting

Tue, May 22 9:45 am Senior Exercise (Tues & Th) 10:00 am Woman to Woman 7:00 pm Divorced Catholics 7:00 pm Haitian Support

Wed, May 23 6:30 p.m. Run Alpha (Team training) 7:00 pm Men’s Quest

Th, May 24 10:00 am Adult Faith Formation 7:00 pm CRHP Women/Men 7:00 pm Coro Auxiliar

Fri, May 25 7:00 pm French/Creole Charismatic Prayer 7:30 pm Cursillo De Cristiandad (sp) 8:00 pm Escuela de la Cruz

Sat, May 26 10:00 am Reinaga Quinceanera 12:00 pm Bautismo 2:00 pm Villatoro Quinceanera 3:00 pm Divine Mercy Prayer Group 4:30 pm Apostoles de la Palabra (sp)

Next weeks second collection is for the appeal for the Mission Cooperative Program in our archdiocese. This year several missionaries, religious orders, and (arch)dioceses have been chosen from over 200 applications to take part in this pro-gram. Last year, each of the participants received over $18,000 thanks to your generosity. Please prayerfully consider your response this year.

“How shall I make a return to the Lord for all He has done for me?” - Psalm 116: 12 The simplest way to share your blessings is to include your parish endowment fund in your will. You may be one of the 70% of Americans who do not have a will. For information on will planning, visit www.cfnga.org or contact the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia to receive a free “Christian Guide to Wills and Trusts” at 404.497.9440 or email Juliet Greco at jgreco@cfnga.org.

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Faith Formation

High School

Preschool Thinking about preschool or PreK for the 2018-19 school year? Think Catho-lic! St. Lawrence Preschool offers a lov-ing, faith-based curriculum and is now accepting students for the new school year. We have openings for children ages 2 through 5. Information about our program can be found on our website. Contact our di-rector, Wendy Guillory to schedule your tour 770.962.1676 or wguillory@saintlaw.org

Vacation Bible School

Congratulations to all of our graduating High School Seniors! Your parish family is very proud of you and we look forward to the next chapter in your life. Enrollment for Faith Formation– go to the St. Law-rence website today to enroll your teens in Youth Al-pha (Year one Confirmation prep) and Decision Point (Year two Confirmation prep) today! 2018-19 Pro-grams will begin in August.

Confirmation 2018-19– Reminder all paper work is to be turned in before the end of May! Sponsor forms, saint names, and Baptism Certificates are due to Michele McPheely by May 30. We look forward guiding your teen through this exciting next step in their faith journey!

Catholic Heart Work Camp Final meeting before camp is June 6th at 6:00 p.m. in Johnson Hall All spots for this summer’s CHWC are full. Pray for our teens to have a safe and amazing trip this summer! Pray for them to be generous, caring, and com-passionate as they work as the hands and feet of the Lord.

Gospel Study & Ladies Devotional Group- are on break for the summer and will resume in August.

Questions? Contact the Youth Minister, Michele McPheely, at mmcpheely@saintlaw.org.

Re-Enroll Now! The first step of enrollment is to have completed a parish family registration form or update your form with current information. You will need to know your parish envelope number. Enrollment is not automatic. All students need to re-enroll every year that they attend. The fee until June 30 will be $80.00 per student. Fees increase by $20 after June 30. We no longer offer payment plans or accept cash or checks . All payments are done online. You pay the full amount online by credit card or debit your check-ing or savings account at the time you fill out the student registration form. Forms can not be submitted without full payment. New in 2018-19 for Wednesday PSR and Seekers only! If you are enrolling your child for class on Wednesday nights be aware of a time change. We will meet from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. The first 15 minutes will be a praise and worship experience in the church for PSR and Seeker students. They will go up to the classrooms from Church for their lesson and be picked up from there by their parents at 7:45. p.m. Parents will be invited to attend The Alpha Course in English or Spanish while their child is in class.

VBS is a fun-filled week (June 4-8, 2018)) for children ages 3 through rising 6th grade, (9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.) fo-cused on God’s Promise. Preschool and Elementary aged children will discover that they are lovingly created by God through stories, games, music and snacks at our own Splash Canyon. Cost: $40 per child. Contact Beth Hodgson at bhodgson@saintlaw.org for more information, or if you are interested in volunteering to help! Register here: www.saintlaw.org/vbs-2018/

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Stewardship & Administration…………..Chris Johnson ............... 678.346.6381 Clerical/Office ............................................. Alma Martinez ........................... 7/963.8992 Parish Festival of Ministries.......................... Bev Osterbur ............................. 4/432.1234 ..................................................................... Francisco Garduno ..................... 7/312.1838 Parish Mailings ............................................. Alma Martinez ........................... 7/963.8992 Stewardship Committee ............................... Kelly Schreckenberger ................ 7/365.2134 Justice & Peace Outreach………………….Glenn Zipfel .................. 770.822.9134 Care for Creation .......................................... Jim Nolan ................................... 6/373.1303 Family Promise ............................................. Dennis Reich .............................. 7/339.6324 Garage Sale ................................................. Kathy McCoy .............................. 7/880.5531 Haiti Sister Parish Committee ....................... David Schreckenberger .............. 7/613.3861 Night Shelter Ministry .................................. Betsy Podriznik........................... 7/962.7285 Respect Life Committee ............................... ................................................... 7/963.8992 St. Vincent de Paul ....................................... ................................................... 6/215.4514

Liturgical Worship & Sprituality…………Rudi Lanehart ............... 770.338.1037 Adoration of Blessed Sacrament .................. Peter Uwechue .......................... 7/597.3546 Adult Choir ................................................... John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 Altar Servers ................................................ Kathy Donnelly ........................... 7/318.5494 Art and Environment Team .......................... Robin Ramsey ............................ 7/365.2134 Audio/Visual Technicians ............................. Tom Galucki ............................... 6/438.7797 Cantors ........................................................ John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 Cherub Choir (4yrs.-1st gr.) .......................... John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 Charismatic Prayer Group…………………………... ... ……………………………………………..7/963.8992 Childrens Choir (2nd-8th gr.) ........................ John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 Contemporary Choir .................................... Andrea Drath ............................. 6/595.3975 Divine Mercy Prayer Group………………………...Ethel Foster ................................ 6/376.9656 Eucharistic Ministers…………………………….. .... Robin Ramsey .......................... 7/365.2134 Family Choir ................................................. John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 French-Creole Charismatic Prayer …... ..………Jocelyn Labossiere ..................... 4/376.0622 Homebound/GMC EM’s ............................... Pete Ranft .................................. 4/374.3017 Instrumentalists ........................................... John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 Lectors ......................................................... Brad & Kris Willard ..................... 7/614.5145 Martha’s Minions ......................................... Ellie Hubbard ............................. 6/377.6462 Resurrection Choir ....................................... John Brandt ................................ 7/963.8992 Sacristans ..................................................... Robin Ramsey ............................ 7/365.2134 Ushers………………………………………………………… Roger Turner……..…………… .... ……4/234.2958 Wedding Coordinators……………………………….. Loretta Graves ........................... 7/265.9755

Finance Council ................................. David Wilkins………….7/237.0926

Pastoral Council ................................ Mary Jo Ware…………....7/846.9973

Pastoral Care & Community Life ............ Brad Power. ............. 770.871.9230 .............................................................. Daniel Davies ......... . 770.995-3590 African Community of St. Lawrence ................... Cornelius Ani ......................... 4/396.0192 Alpha ................................................................. Kelly Schreckenberger ...........7/963.1251 Annulment Case Sponsors ................................. Dcn. Terry Millinger ...............7/963.8992 Arise Together in Christ .................................... Kelly Schreckenberger ...........7/963.1251 Care for the Troops ............................................ Lori Crocker ...........................6/865.2294 Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) ........................ Dcn. Bob Riddett ....................7/963.8992 College Age Ministry .......................................... Michelle Hamilton .................4/702.9233 Cursillo/Ultreya ................................................. Glenn Zipfel ...........................7/822.9134 Dinner Group ..................................................... Beatty McCaleb .....................7/614.3537 Divorce Care for Catholics ................................. Kathy Fanning ........................7/313.2257 Grief and Bereavement Ministry ....................... Barb Kennedy ........................6/427.4116 Helping Hands (Meal Ministry) .......................... Sr. Louise Sommer .................7/963.8992 Knights of Columbus .......................................... Bob Burns ..............................6/468.0708 Ladies of St. Lawrence ....................................... Kuky Wolf ..............................7/962.2293 Lazarus Ministry ................................................ Mary Lee Payton ....................7/513.4736 Senior Adult Ministry (SAM) .............................. Sr. Louise Sommer .................7/963.8992 Shawl Ministry ................................................... Miriam Schaefer ....................7/978.4730 Small Christian Community Leaders…………… ..... Marianne Van Name ..............6/860.9356 Sponsor Couples for the Engaged ...................... Bob and Joy Hernandez .........6/985.0125 Stephen Ministry…………… .................................. Trudy Turner ..........................4/234.2891 Volleyball ........................................................... Amy Hamilton ........................4/702.9233 WEDS/Marriage Encounter………… ..................... Bob and Joy Hernandez .........6/985.0125 Welcoming Committee ...................................... Ann Tiller ...............................7/822.1555 Wellness Ministry .............................................. Sr. Louise Sommer .................7/963.8992 Widows Social Group ......................................... Lynne Gormley ......................7/963.7777 Young Adult Ministry ......................................... Nicole Moody .................... 706.831.2285 Young Families of Faith…………… ........................ Julie Donlin ............................7/407.9705

Education & Faith Formation………………..Ana Flamenco ........... 678.683.3003 Adult Formation Catechist ................................. Diane Maguire .......................7/962.2765 Baptism Preparation Team ................................ Diane Maguire .......................7/962.2765 Catholics Returning Home ................................. Eleanor Lashley ......................7/338.4376 Christian Initiation Children… ............................ Gloria Kennerty… ...................6/240.3065 Christian Initiation Sponsor ............................... Diane Maguire .......................7/962.2765 Christian Initiation Team.................................... Diane Maguire .......................7/962.2765 Elementary Catechist ......................................... Beth Hodgson ........................7/962.2765 High School Catechist ........................................ Michele McPheely .................6/240.3072 Middle School Catechist .................................... Tarcy Hernandez ....................7/963.8992 Parish Library Assistants .................................... Diane Maguire .......................7/962.2765 The Bridge ......................................................... Beth Hodgson ........................7/962.2765 Vacation Bible School …………… .......................... Beth Hodgson ........................7/962.2765

Family Promise Make your plans!! This

year we will be housing & feeding home-less families at St. Lawrence for two weeks from May 27 through June 10. Contact Dennis Reich, email: pokedwr@att.net or 770.339.6324.

Altar Servers – Server training will take place Tuesday, May 29 - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This ministry is one of the most helpful services that young people can perform in the parish. If you are inter-ested, please contact Kathy Donnelly at kdonn67@ mail.com or text your email address to 770.318.5494 to re-serve your spot and receive your infor-mation packet prior to training.

Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catho-lic Women Leadership Seminar, Satur-day June 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Atlanta Archdiocese Chancery, 2401 Lake Park Drive, Smyrna 30080. For ad-ditional information or to register, con-tact Deanna Holmer by email at deannaf@windstream.net.

Archbishop Gregory invites all First Communicants and their parents to take part in the morning and/or afternoon processions on Saturday, June 2 for this year’s Eucharistic Congress. Visit: http://congress.archatl.com/.

The Welcoming Committee will meet this Monday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m.

in Cogswell Hall. Join us for fellowship and hospitality. Everyone is welcome.

St Lawrence Divorced Catholic Recov-ery Program Divorced? Hurting? Recov-ering from Divorce? St Lawrence will offer a 13-week divorce support pro-gram, Recovering from Divorce for Cath-olics. every Tuesday from 7-8:30 p.m. in DeSales Hall. Contact Kathy Fanning at kathy.fanning13@ mail.com or 770.313.2257.

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ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH DOMINGO DE PENTECOSTES PAGINA 5

Hoy es Domingo de Pentecostés, el día 50 después de Pascua (contando el domingo de Pascua y el día de hoy. Pentecostés es llamado a menudo "el cumpleaños de la iglesia". Como escuchamos en la Sagrada Escritura, hoy es el día en que el Espíritu Santo descendió sobre los seguidores de Jesús y con esto la misión que Jesús en la tierra fue completada. Jesús llama a sus seguidores y literalmente a todos nosotros a ser misioneros. La palabra de raíz latina de "misionero" se deriva de la palabra original griega aposto-los, que significa "un enviado". Obviamente la palabra “apóstol” se deriva también. Además se define como aquel que intenta convencer o convertir. Esto involucra al "apóstol" o "discípulo" a trabajar fuera de la comunidad. Cuando Jesús hablaba estas palabras, "como el Padre me ha enviado, así que yo te envío”. Esto nos incluye a todos y cada uno de nosotros. Nosotros, también, estamos enviados. Muchas veces reiteramos que el ser enviado significa que debemos vivir nuestra fe católica en todo lo que hacemos. Es la mejor manera de evangelizar, que los que nos rodean sepan lo que significa ser un cristiano y un seguidor de Cristo y ser su Discípulo. La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de Estados Unidos hizo la siguiente declaración sobre lo que significa evangelizar: "aquí, hay dos elementos de la evangelización pa-ra trabajar: 1. Ser testigo, que es la vida simple de la fe; 2. Compartir, que es difundir la buena noticia de Jesús. " ¿Seguimos las admoniciones que nos han sido dadas por el Señor? ¿Somos ejemplo de lo que significa ser Católico y Cristiano? ¿Compartimos verdaderamente la buena noticia? ¿Quién, en su vida, necesita ser evangelizado? Tal vez sea tu esposo, tu amigo, tu vecino... tal vez tus hijos adultos que han caminado lejos de su fe; tal vez tus padres todavía buscan un significado; tal vez sea que tú estás buscando algo más... Quien quiera que sea, sepan que son Bienvenidos aquí! Los invitamos a unirse a nosotros al programa de alfa el Miércoles, 30 de Mayo a las 6:30 p.m. puedes venir solo o traer alguien mas. No hay presión. No hay seguimiento. Sin costo alguno. Todo el mundo tiene preguntas. Vamos a explorar juntos la vida y la fe. Alpha es la oportunidad para explorar la vida y la fe Cristiana en un ambiente amis-toso abierto e informal. **( este sesión de Alpha será solo en Ingles ya que el Alpha en español se está llevando actualmente)

Discipulado Misionero Felicitaciones a todos nuestros gradua-dos de High School! Su familia parroquial está muy orgullosa de ustedes, nuestros mejores deseos en el nuevo capítulo de sus vidas.

Escuela de Biblia Vacacional de Junio 4 al 8, para niños desde 3 años hasta gra-do 6th. Horario de 9:30 a.m. a 12:30 p.m. registraciones en www.saintlaw.org/vbs-2018/

Encuentro Matrimonial invita a el fin de semana de encuentro el 9 y 10 de Junio, informes con José y Blanca Villatoro al 770.820.8776 / 404.392.5683

Catequesis 2018-19 Es usted nuevo para la catequesis del 2018-19 de los días Miércoles? Si usted está pensando en matricular a su hijo para la catequesis los días miércoles, le dejamos saber que el horario va a cambiar. Se reunirán de 6:15 p.m. a 7:45 p.m. Los primeros 15 minu-tos serán de Adoración y alabanza den-tro de la iglesia, Luego irán a los salones en pequeños grupos como de costum-bre. Los padres de familia estarán aten-diendo el Curso Alpha en inglés o espa-ñol durante el tiempo que sus hijos es-tén en las clases.

El primer paso para matricular a sus hijos en la catequesis es completar la registración parroquial o actualizar su información. Las matriculas no son auto-máticas, Todos los estudiantes deben registrarse cada año para atender nues-tros programas, El costo de la matricula son $80.00 por estudiante. El costo au-mentara a $20.00 después del 30 de Junio. No se aceptaran plan de pagos o pagos en efectivo o cheque. Usted debe hacer el pago total con tarjeta de crédi-to, débito o cuanta bancaria en el mo-mento de la registración. La forma no se podrá enviar o procesar sin el pago total. Las matriculas comenzaron el 1 de Mayo para todos los programas.

Nuestra parroquia estará hospedando familias desamparadas que participa-ran en el programa de promesa de fa-milia del 27 de Mayo al 10 de Junio del 2018. Informes www.saintlaw.org/

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