DIOCESE OF CHARLESTON

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church 1100 8th Avenue N., N. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29582 FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT March 22, 2015

Rev. D. Anthony Droze Pastor Rev. Michael P. Cassabon Parochial Vicar Rev. José O. Cheverria Jimenez Parochial Vicar Hispanic Ministry Sr. Glafira G. Ortega HCJS Deacons Robert J. Tyson Andrew F. Stoshak Richard M. Flenke Peter M. Casamento Masses Sunday Vigil (Saturday) 5:00 PM Sunday - 8:00, 10:00, 12:00 Noon Misa en Español 1:30 PM Signing for the Deaf 4th Sunday 10:00 AM Daily: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM 1st Saturday 8:00 AM Confessions Saturday 3:30 - 4:30 PM Parish Office Phone: 843-249-2356 Fax: 843-249-8514 Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00 Noon Website: www.olssnmb.com E-Mail: [email protected]

A Ministry of Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Sheila Durante, Principal 843-390-4108 web: www.htcatholicschoolmyrtlebeach.com e-mail: [email protected]

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

PRAYER AND WORSHIP Rev. D. Anthony Droze

MASS INTENTIONS March 21, 2015 through March 29, 2015

Pastor 843-249-2356 Ext. 17 Rev. Michael P. Cassabon Parochial Vicar 843-249-2356 Ext 23 Rev. J. Orlando Cheverria Jimenez Parochial Vicar 843-249-2356 Ext. 29 Hispanic Ministry Sr. Glafira G. Ortega HCJS 843-249-2356 Ext.29 OLSS Outreach Ministry 843-249-2356 Ext. 13 [email protected] Catholic Charities 855-377-1357 Administrative Offices Business Manager Linda Britzke 843-249-2356 Ext. 10 [email protected] Director of Music Ministry Deb Main 843-249-2356 [email protected] Co-Directors of Religious Education Charlotte Watkins Angel Roesch Hairston 843-249-2356 Ext. 22 [email protected] [email protected] Faith Formation Ministry Dorothy Foss, Chairperson 843-249-5261 [email protected] Director of Maintenance Steve Speedling 843-249-2356 Ext. 12 [email protected] Office Staff Rosie Plank 843-249-2356 Ext. 11 [email protected] Vicki McCambley 843-249-2356 Ext. 24 [email protected] Lucy Garcia 843-249-2356 Ext. 27 [email protected]

Sat. 03/21 5:00 PM Sun. 03/22 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 N 1:30 PM Mon. 03/23 8:00 AM Tue. 03/24 8:00 AM Wed.03/25 8:00 AM 8:30 AM 6:00 PM Thu. 03/26 8:00 AM Fri. 03/27 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Sat. 03/28 5:00 PM Sun. 03/29 800 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 N 1:30 PM

Ez 37:12-14;Rom 8:8-11; Jn 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45 Albert Orsi
(Elizabeth DiPietro) Ez 37:12-14;Rom 8:8-11; Jn 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45 Pro Populo (for the People of the Parish) Edgidio Emmi
(Concettina, Gianna & Kevin Fine) Gladys B. Mc Ilvaine
(Genevieve Schroeder) Special Intention for Anthony, Vicky & Michael (Mom) Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 or 13:41c-62; Jn 8:1-11 Special Intention for Dante Tomassini (Fr. Droze) Michael Viglietta
(Cousin Dee Indovina) Robert Pasko
(Anita Muise & Donna Belski) Nm 21:4-9;Jn 8:21-30 Mildred “Mylle” Swatko
(Peggy & Jim Schoen) Byron Cochrane
(The Collectible Ladies) Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3; Jn 8:31-42 Matt Andrews
(Roxanne & Randy Brewer) Joseph W. Meo
(Tom & Celie Cionek) @ Holy Trinity Edward Pagoda
(Tom & Celie Cionek) @ Church of Resurrection Gn 17:3-9; Jn 8:51-59 Felicia Cavagnaro
(Anthony Cavagnaro, Sr) Bryan O’Neill
(Bob Holm) William Oscar & Mary Jane Shipley
Jer 20:10-13; Jn 10:31-42 Kathy Kinnane
(Frank & Mary Jane) Timothy Dowd
(Jeanne Glick) @ Church of Resurrection Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16; Is 50:4-7;Phil 2:6-11; Mk 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39 Joseph Briggs
(Elizabeth, John & Toni) Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16; Is 50:4-7;Phil 2:6-11; Mk 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39 Mary Bisson
(Butch & Kathy) James Botti
(Family) Hal Todd
(Peg & Family) Pro Populo (for the People of the Parish)

SANCTUARY LAMP INTENTION The sanctuary lamp will burn in memory of Eugene Staskiel from Wife, Dolores. RECENTLY DECEASED Kindly pray for the repose of the soul of the following who recently passed away and all who grieve: Maurice Bransfield FLOWER INTENTION If you would like to place a flowering plant on the altar for Easter in Honor or in Memory of a loved one, please call the Church Office. Plants are $20.00 each. After Easter, they will be planted on church property to help beautify our campus.

5th Sunday of Lent

PRAYER AND WORSHIP 2015 SOLEMN ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT DURING LENT Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30AM to 4:30PM Thursday 8:30 AM to 7:00PM Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will be held on Friday at 4:15 PM immediately followed by Stations of the Cross.

2015 EASTER SCHEDULE Palm Sunday, March 29th Vigil Mass (Saturday) – 5:00 PM Masses – 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 Noon & 1:30PM in Spanish Monday, March 30th Mass: 8:00 AM Confessions: 8:30 - 9:30 AM Tuesday, March 31st No Mass Wednesday, April 1st Mass: 8:00 AM Confessions: 8:30 - 9:30 AM Holy Thursday, April 2nd (No 8:00 AM Mass) Mass of the Lord’s Supper – 7:00 PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass until 10:00 PM Good Friday, April 3rd (No 8:00 AM Mass) Confessions: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Living Stations of the Cross – 12:00 Noon

CELEBRATING THE EUCHARIST The Order of Worship begins at # 166 Gathering: Lift High the Cross # 881 No Gloria During Lent Psalm 51 : Be Merciful, O Lord # 52 Readings begin at # 1028 GOSPEL Alleluia # 343 Creed: #174 & also on inside front cover Gifts: You are Mine # 721 Holy, Holy, Holy - Creation # 179 Memorial Acclamation # 182 Amen # 183 Lamb Of God # 185 Communion: Unless a Grain of Wheat # 783 Recessional: Turn to the Living God # 485 The Legion of Mary will sponsor a Rosary and Benediction will follow in the church this Sunday, March 22nd, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. All Are Welcome TRIORAE SERVICE On the Friday before Palm Sunday, Friday, March 27th, at Our Lady Star of the Sea, there will be a commemoration of the three hours Jesus hung on the cross on Calvary. The service will begin at 12 noon. Father Andrew Marinak will conduct the meditations. This service is a super way to get the full benefits of our preparation for Holy Week.

Presented by OLSS Youth

Veneration of the Cross: 3:00 PM Holy Saturday, April 4th (No 8:00 AM Mass) Blessing of the Food: 11:00 AM Easter Vigil Mass: 8:30 PM Easter Sunday, April 5th Masses in Church: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 Noon 1:30 PM in Spanish Masses in the Parish Center: 8:10 AM, 10:10 AM Mass at Holy Trinity Catholic School: 10:30 AM All are invited to the Liturgy of the Chrism Mass on March 31st, at 11:00 AM at the Cathedral of St. John The Baptist , Charleston SC. HEALING SERVICE A Healing Service will be celebrated at the Shrine in Kingstree on Wednesday, April 1st. All parishioners and visitors are invited. If you are interested in attending, please call Michael DiMartino at 843-663-1277.

OLSS Youth will present “The Living Stations” Good Friday, April 3rd, at 12:00 Noon

in the Church. All are welcome. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE UNBORN – March 25, 2015 A rededication of the Unborn Monument will take place before mass at 7:45 AM. Knights of Columbus Council 7122 will celebrate the Worldwide International Day of the Unborn with a mass at 8 AM at Our Lady Star of the Sea in North Myrtle Beach on the Feast of the Annunciation All parishioners, Knights and area friends of life are invited to attend this celebration of new life. (The Fourth Degree Honor Guard will lead the procession into the church following the rededication.) For information, call Bob Lyncheski at 843 399 8048 or email to [email protected] .

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL A Ministry of Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish SAINT THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOLARSHIP Recently, a representative from the Diocese of Charleston St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarship Funding Organization came to Holy Trinity for a legislative reception and to award the school two scholarships. These scholarships are part of the “school choice” legislation that was passed in June of 2014 and applies to children with exceptional needs. The legislation allowed the formation of 501c3 corporations to act as scholarship granting organizations to support exceptional needs students in non-public schools. People and businesses that donate to any qualified Scholarship Funding Organization may make a donation that equals up to 60% of her/his state income tax paid in 2013. In turn, the donor may take, with the permission of the Department of Revenue, a dollar-for-dollar credit on her/his 2014 state income tax. At the recent HTCS reception, Mrs. Greg Hembree, wife of Senator Greg Hembree, was present for the presentation. The First Annual Holy Trinity Catholic School Derby Party will take place on May 2, 2015 at 3:00pm until after the race at the Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro, Little River, SC. The event includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert and wine. There will be music, a hat contest, mint juleps to purchase, silent and live auctions, mystery envelopes, heads or tails game and the finale is the running of the Kentucky Derby race shown on a big screen TV. Tickets are $65 in advance and $75 at the door. Tickets will be available soon! Please watch the bulletin for ticket purchase options. However, you may reserve tickets by calling the school, 843-3904108. Sponsorships for the Derby Party are also available. Please call the school for information on sponsorships. Music for the event will be by the Trexlers. PELICANS BASEBALL GAME On Friday, April 24th, Holy Trinity Catholic School will sponsor its annual Pelicans Baseball Game. To order tickets, simply call the school at 843-390-4108 between the hours of 8:30am and 2:30pm. Tickets are $11 each. Our school choir will sing the national anthem before the game and during the 7th inning they will sing “Take Me Out to The Ballgame!” Please come out to support our students and help raise money for the school.

Faith Formation "THE CHURCH OF THE EUCHARIST" The last session of the four-week power point presentation will be held on Tuesday Evening March 24, at 6pm in the Banquet Hall PRESENTER: FR. MICHAEL CASSABON For those who missed last year's classes, this will be a combination of the sessions on both the Mass and the Church. Of course, the "alumni" are most welcome!!! NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. OLSS SPIRITUAL BOOK CLUB The Book Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month from 9-11:30 am [Exceptions will be announced as they occur]. For your convenience, books will be available for purchase in the Parish gift shop. Registration not needed. Snowbirds are welcome. Winter Book Selections March 25: Can You Drink the Cup? ~ Henry J.M. Nouwen April 22: Falling Upward ~ Richard Rohr This book is not available in the parish Gift Shop. Try Barnes & Noble or other vendors online. If you are unable to get it online, please contact: Kim Balbach 1-910-579-1706 or email at [email protected] subject line: book club “Men's Spirituality Gathering” for Our Lady Star of the Sea. Men, kindly join us for a positive way to kick start the weekend with light refreshments, HIS gospel words, discussions and fellowship. Free readings sent to your email or at table. Please RSVP to Henry Karasch. Friday, March 27, at 9:30 - 11:00AM Parish Hall, Room D. Respectfully, Henry Karasch, 910 579-3127, or email at [email protected]

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BIBLE THROUGH THE GREAT ADVENTURE

Study Series with Jeff Cavins, nationally known speaker As many parishioners have suggested, OLSS is offering again an overview of the Bible from a Catholic perspective - through The Bible Time Line's Great Adventure studies. These studies will explain the chronological aspect of the story of salvation for 8 weeks on each Tuesday beginning April 14th through June 2nd from 9am to 11am in Rooms A/B. This Bible Study is recommended for all those who are interested in learning more about the background of Sacred Scripture, especially those involved in ministry as a catechist, school teacher, lector or those who wish to know more about their faith. The study materials are offered for a modest fee of $20.00. (If you already attended and would like a review, you are more than welcome to come - no charge—just bring your materials.) ____Yes, I am interested in learning more about Sacred Scripture. ____Yes, I would like to attend as a review. Name:____________________________________ Telephone number:__________________________ Please complete the above and return with your $20 payment (for new attendees) to the Faith Formation mailbox at the Church office by March 30th. If you have any questions, please contact Jean Adler (249-8623) or Dotty Foss (249-5261).

5th Sunday of Lent

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

COMMUNITY BUILDING THIS WEEK Mon. Mar. 23 Lenten Adoration 8:30 AM - 4:30PM Legion of Mary 9:00 - 10:00AM Board Games & Cards 12:00 Noon - 4:00 PM Charismatic Community Group 6:00 - 8:00 PM Hispanic AA Meeting 7:00 - 9:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous 8:00 - 9:00 PM Tue. Mar. 24 Lenten Adoration 8:30 AM - 4:30PM Church of the Eucharist - Fr. Cassabon 6:00 - 8:00 PM RCIA 7:00 - 9:00 PM Hispanic AA Meeting 7:00 - 9:00 PM Hispanic Al - Anon Meeting 7:00 - 9:00 PM Wed. Mar. 25 Lenten Adoration 8:30 AM - 4:30PM Memorial Service for the Unborn 7:45 AM Quilters & Crafters 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Spiritual Book Club 9:00 AM - 11:30Noon Caregivers Support Group 2:00 - 3:00 PM Healthy Women’s Meeting 3:00 - 4:30PM CCD 6:00 - 7:15 PM K of C 7:00 - 9:00PM Narcotics Anonymous 8:00 - 9:00 PM Thur. Mar. 26 Lenten Adoration 8:30 AM - 7:00PM Catholic Scripture Study 9:30 - 11:30 AM AA Meeting 12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM Our Lady’s Kitchen 4:30 - 6:00 PM Cantor Rehearsal 5:00 - 5:30 PM Choir Rehearsal 5:30 - 7:00 PM Boy Scouts 6:00 - 7:30 PM Columbiettes 6:30 - 8:00 PM Fri. Mar. 27 Lenten Adoration 8:30 AM - 4:30PM Men’s Spirituality Group Meeting 9:30 - 11:00 AM Church Office Closes at Noon Triorae Service 12:00 Noon - 3:00 PM Benediction 4:15 PM followed by Stations of the Cross Fish Fry 5:00 - 7:00 PM Sat. Mar. 28 Church Cleaners - between 6:30 -10:00 AM AA Meeting 8:30 - 10:00 AM Sun Mar. 29 CCD 3 - 4 year olds 10:00 - 11:00 AM

EM’s NEEDED FOR EASTER MASS In addition to the regular Sunday Mass Schedule, ministers are also needed to serve at the 6:30 AM Mass in the church, at the 10:10 AM Mass in the Banquet Hall, and at the 10:30 Mass at Holy Trinity. Please call the church office if you are able to help.

FISH FRY - PASTA DINNER EVERY FRIDAY DURING LENT Banquet Hall from 5 to 7 p.m. MENU Deep Water Alaskan Pollock.....Fried or Baked Home made Hush Puppies ~ Berry's Special Coleslaw Deep Fried Petite White Northern Potatoes ~ Southern 3 Bean Salad ~ Pasta Penne a la Nello (special meatless sauce) ~ Bread and Rolls Dill Pickles from Brooklyn N.Y. Coffee, Tea, Lemonade, Assorted Cakes and Pastries Everything included $10.00 ~ "Take-outs" available Everyone is welcome. Bring your neighbors and your friends. Friday, March 27th, will be the last Fish Fry

PALM SUNDAY BAKE SALE The Easter Bake Sale will take place on Saturday, March 28th, & Sunday, March 29th, after all the masses in the Parish Center. Please arrange to drop off your baked goods (no refrigerated items, please) on Saturday, March 28th, from 10:00AM to 4:00 PM in the Parish Center. For more information, call Helen Franco at (843) 399-1501.

Columbiettes Annual Spring Picnic Myrtle Beach Sports Complex

at North

The Columbiettes invite you to our Annual picnic at the North Myrtle Beach Sports Complex on Saturday April 11th, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Early arrivals will enjoy a Continental breakfast, and then everyone will have a hearty lunch of pulled pork, grilled sausages and peppers, grilled hot dogs and delicious sides and desserts. Beverages included. Everybody is invited! You will have a good time at this beautiful site with parking, walking trails and recreation areas easily available. Bring your lawn chair to relax in the sun after eating. Tickets are $9.00 per person. Purchase tickets in the church ticket office Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. VINTAGE FASHION SHOW Sponsored by Our Lady Star of the Sea Ladies Guild Please join us for an Afternoon Tea and Fashion Show April 18, 2015 at 1:30 - 4:00 PM. OLSS Banquet Hall Cost: $ 20.00 per person ~ RSVP: April 10, 2015 Tickets available in the Ticket Office on Tuesday/ Thursdays 9:00AM to 12 Noon beginning February 17th. For more information, contact Jane Maggio 201-471-8583 or Pat Niederberger 843-273-0171.

PLEASE COME & JOIN THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE NEW BEGINNINGS The April meeting will be held in rooms A/B on April 7th at 5:00 PM. This will be a pot luck dessert meeting with bingo to follow. We ask anyone who attends to bring a dessert of their choice. We will supply the drinks. The trip to the culinary will take place on April 13th at 11:30 AM . The original date of April 7th could not be accommodated. Please RSVP by April 7th to Grace Pagano at 843-390-5705 or Mary Morman at 843-273-0574. Seats are limited so anyone who RSVPs after the 7th will not have a seat.

5th Sunday of Lent

SOCIAL OUTREACH Welcome the Visiting Madonna - While we are encouraged to embrace Jesus’ cross, perhaps the next best thing we can do as the faithful is to turn to the Blessed Mother for guidance…”Blessed Mother, please help me.” As human beings, we can’t do everything. But the Blessed Mother can go to her Son Jesus and do wonders. The Knights of Columbus are offering intimate prayer devotions in your own homes to all parishioners so that every family may experience visitation for one week from our Visiting Madonna. Families will begin to experience a sense of peace, quiet and reflection while saying the Rosary as a family with Our Lady. The family that prays together stays together. If you are interested in participating in welcoming the Visiting Madonna, please call Sam Konrad at (843) 399-7003 or email him at [email protected].

To All Graduating Seniors If you are a graduating High School Senior and a Member of Our Lady Star of the Sea parish and planning to continue your education, the Ladies Guild would like to hear from you. We are offering four $ 1,000.00 scholarships to help four graduating seniors with college expenses. Applications for the awards are available in our Church Office and in the Guidance Office at North Myrtle Beach High School. All applications with their required essays will be considered by the Scholarship Committee and after a personal interview, four students will be chosen for the scholarship monies. Deadline for the application is April 24th. God Bless you all and good luck. Questions, call Marlene Walker at 843-249-5355.

This week, The Visiting Madonna will be presented to James & Shirley Ranieri at the 8:00 AM Mass. Diaconate Formation Information Meeting Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston Office of the Permanent Diaconate In communion with the bishop and priests, deacons are ordained for a distinct ministry, which is indicated by their name: they are ordained for service. They function in all three areas of the Church’s life: transmission of the Word, celebrating of the sacraments, and in the community’s active love. The deacon, therefore, is more properly defined in terms of who he is rather than of what he does. He is a visible sign of the Church's call to “diakonia” — service. He is both servant and sacrament. COME FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING DATE: Saturday April 18, 2015 10:00am - 12 Noon St. Peter Catholic Church 1529 Assembly St. Columbia, SC 29202 Please RSVP to the Office of the Permanent Diaconate by April 8, 2015 (843) 402-9115 ext. 74

Come & Join Rev. D. Anthony Droze Pastor of Our Lady Star of the Sea, North Myrtle Beach August 11 to August 16, 2015 For a Pilgrimage of the Shrines of Québec, Canada Cost $1,895 per person double occupancy Deposit check for $400 per person made to Pilgrimage Tours. All inclusive: Bus to and from airport, Air Fare, Guided Tour Bus, Hotel, Daily Breakfast, Dinner, and all Gratuities. *$300 extra for single room, **luggage airline charge not included ***Handicap Accessible ****Copy of passport needed

For information call Marcel Dubé 843-741-0120 Or email to [email protected] Deadline March 31, 2015 APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE BACK OF THE CHURCH

BOOK OF INTENTIONS If someone you know is in need of our prayers, please enter their name(s) in the book located in the Holy Family alcove.

The Diocese of Charleston invites anyone to thoughtfully answer survey questions now through April 15. These original questions are from the Synod of Bishops' document on The Vocation and Mission of the Family in the Church and Contemporary World. The answers will be provided to the Diocese of Charleston for the Bishop's report to the synod and for diocesan planning. Thank you for your input and willingness to help us better serve families in South Carolina and the Universal Church. Please feel free to answer any or all of the questions in the survey. The survey may be completed online or by sending your responses by mail. Online surveys may be completed anonymously or by providing your email through the following link: https://surveyplanet.com/54ece25d304548612394af77 If you have any questions, the Office of Family Life may be reached at: [email protected] Phone: (803) 547-5063

2015 OLSS GOLF TOURNAMENT Sponsorships are now available. Come and be a part of our annual fundraiser. By supporting our Tournament, OLSS can continue to foster, promote and subsidize numerous outreach programs in our parish & local community. All sponsorship contributions are tax deductible. Gold Sponsorship ($500) – 4 Complimentary Tee Times, Tee Signage, Special Ad in the Golf Program, and recognition in all tournament publications. Tee Signage ($100) – Advertising message will be displayed on the golf course and recognition given in all tournament publications. Memorials ($30) – NEW THIS YEAR – Sponsorships “In Honor” or “In Memory” of a special person and/or loved one may be purchased. The names will be prominently displayed on the day of the tournament and listed in all tournament publications.

"Interested in Becoming a Member of the Knights of Columbus, call 399-1593."

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

STEWARDSHIP OLSS LIFE CHANGING MINISTRY Please Take Me Shopping With You Your Help Is A Blessing To Those In Need

Rice A Roni/Zataran’s

Salad Dressing

Can Tomato Prod.

Can Vegetables

Cleaning Prod./Soap

Pancake Mix/Syrup

Box Mashed Potato

Spam

Baked Beans

Hamburger Helper

Hamburger Helper

Can Fruit

Tuna / Chicken

Can Potatoes

Peanut Butter/Jelly

Salad Dressing

Catsup, Mayo, Mstd.

Grits / Rice

Saltine Crackers

Cereal, Hot or Cold

Toilet Paper Pasta Sauce

Cake/Cookie Mix Small Can Ham

“For I was Hungry and you gave me food…” OLSS OUTREACH MINISTRY Thank you for your continued support for OUR LADY’S KITCHEN and our families in the Food Distribution Program. Our need is still great. Many have had hours cut from work, putting another strain on the family income this winter season. Our Food Security program and Our Lady’s Kitchen have been a real life support for the families who struggle to make ends meet. Your financial donations and food contributions are our only means of support for this growing need in the North Myrtle Beach Communities. These programs could not exist without You.

Thank You, and May God Continue to Bless You.

EVANGELIZATION R.C.I.A. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults The R.C.I.A. is a process of spiritual conversion and growth, over time, in one’s relationship with God and the Church. It is a faith journey where adults are fully welcomed into the Catholic Church. If you’re interested in exploring a relationship with Jesus Christ; inquiring about the Catholic Church; becoming Catholic; and being fully initiated into the Catholic Church through the celebration of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist, WE WELCOME YOU! For more information about the R.C.I.A. process, please contact Deacon Bob at the Church Office.

WEEKLY COLLECTIONS March 15, 2015 Offertory Online giving Budget Variance

$ 25,074.18 $ 2,015.00 $ 24,650.00 $ 2, 439.18

YTD Offertory YTD Budget YTD Variance

$ 827,346.32 $ 791,410.00 $ 36,020.42

THIS WEEK— SECOND COLLECTION Catholic Relief Service

“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me” (Mt 25:40). Today, we are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The Catholic Relief Services Collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, in those who suffer from unjust laws, and in those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. Through your support with today’s Collection, you help Jesus in disguise. Please be generous. 2015 BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL Last weekend our parish conducted Pledge Sunday for the 2015 Bishop’s Annual Appeal. Thank you for your pledge or donation to help those who are most in need. It is not too late to make your commitment to this year’s appeal. NEXT WEEK—SECOND COLLECTION Bishop’s Annual Appeal THRIFT STORE PARTNERSHIP Remember to bring your new and/or gently used items to the rear of the parish center on Thursday mornings from 9AM-11AM for pickup by BloomingDeals. For large items, call the church office and arrangements will be made for their pickup from your home. Your continuing support of this very successful fundraiser is very much appreciated. VIRTUS ”PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN” The Diocese of Charleston and Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church are committed to ensuring the safety of all children and vulnerable adults. All priests, deacons, sisters, staff members, and all volunteers who have any contact whatsoever with children and other vulnerable persons are required to be trained through VIRTUS in how to provide a safe environment. These same people receive background screenings in addition to education on how to make the safest environment possible. Diocesan Office of Child Protection Service: (843) 853-2130, Ext. 209 Diocesan Victim Assistance:(800) 921-8122 OLSS Safe Environment Coordinator:249-2356.

Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora Estrella del Mar

QUINTO DOMINGO DE CUARESMA "SI EL GRANO DE TRIGO QUE CAE EN TIERRA NO MUERE QUEDA INFECUNDO, PERO SI MUERE; DA MUCHO FRUTO". (Evangelio de San Juan 12,20-33) Queridos Hermanos: En la Liturgia de este Domingo podemos meditar en varios puntos importantes: 1. El Evangelio, nos presenta a unos griegos, preguntando a Felipe, si es posible ver a Jesús. Felipe en su camino, encontrará mucha gente que le harán la misma petición: "Queremos ver a Jesús". Así como le hacen a Felipe esa petición, también se la hacen a los otros Apóstoles, y también a cada uno de nosotros. En medio de nuestros trabajos, de nuestros compromisos, de nuestro estilo de vida, puede haber personas que nos hagan dicha petición: "Queremos ver a Jesús". Por lo tanto; preguntémonos: ¿Los demás ven en nosotros a Jesús?. 2. Jesús nos habla de su muerte. El sabe que han planeado su muerte, pero no huye, El está decidido a dar su vida por los demás. Con la imagen del grano de trigo, Jesús nos muestra la fecundidad de su muerte. Su muerte es de valor salvífico universal. El vive su muerte como un triunfo sobre las fuerzas del mal. Pero también; vive su muerte como angustia y tentación, pero reacciona reafirmando su decisión de morir por una causa justa. La vida es fruto del amor; y brota en la medida en que nos entregamos. Cuando uno ama, no puede ser indiferente al dolor y sufrimiento. Amar significa también sufrir y padecer. 3. Jesús nos dice: "Ha llegado la hora". La actividad de Jesús, no es solamente un camino hacia "la hora", sino una anticipación de la misma, no es solamente promesa de salvación, sino salvación en el acto. Por lo tanto; se trata de vivir toda la vida, cada momento, siguiendo a Jesús y recorriendo su camino. Es decir, vivir la vida con un dinamismo total y absoluto, aceptando un camino de pasión y sufrimiento por defender y dar la vida. La Gloria y plenitud de Dios; y nuestra propia gloria y plenitud, no se manifiestan a través del poder y del triunfo, sino a través de la entrega y muerte de cruz. 4. Debemos leer los signos de los tiempos. La vida está llena de preguntas, encuentros y señales. Muchas veces, sin embargo, pasa desapercibida. Nada de lo que acontece, nada de lo que vivimos, nada de lo que vemos y escuchamos, nos llama la atención. Y sin embargo es la hora. Dios se está hacienda presente. Son señales de Dios. Recordemos que Dios, sigue manifestándose para que nosotros percibamos su salvación y su gloria. El verdadero creyente, está atento a los signos de los tiempos, sabe percibir la voz de Dios y está listo para su llegada. Pidámosle a la Virgen María, para que Ella nos ayude, a ver a Jesús en cada Sagrada Eucaristía; y seamos conscientes que comiendo su Cuerpo y bebiendo su Sangre, nos estamos

EVANGELIZACION CATEQUESIS PARA ADULTOS (R.I.C.A.) El Rito de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos es un proceso de conversión y crecimiento espiritual, que toma tiempo, en nuestra relación con Dios y la Iglesia. Es un camino de fe donde los adultos están totalmente bienvenidos en la Iglesia Católica. Si usted está interesado en la exploración de una relación con Jesucristo y se a preguntado acerca de la Iglesia Católica, o convirtiéndose a la fe católica, la iniciación en la Iglesia Católica a través de la celebración de los sacramentos del Bautismo, Confirmación y Eucaristía. LE DAMOS UNA CORDIAL BIENVENIDA! Para obtener más información acerca del proceso, R.I.C.A. por favor póngase en contacto con la Hermana Glafira Ortega a los teléfonos 843-742-0341 o 249-2356.

Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma

COMPARATIENDO NOTICIAS….. SEMANA SANTA El Domingo de Ramos será el día 29 de Marzo. Y el Domingo de Pascua o Resurrección del Señor, será el día 5 de Abril. La Santa Misa es a la 1:30 P.M. (Una y treinta de la tarde). Es obligatorio asistir a la Santa Misa. Cordialmente invitados. EXPOSICION DEL SANTISIMO DURANTE LA CUARESMA Lunes, martes, miércoles, viernes 8:30 AM a 4:30 PM Jueves 8:30 am a 7:00 pm Todos los Jueves hay Hora Santa, Exposición y Bendición con el Santísimo. A las 7:00 PM.

VIACRUCIS

Todos los viernes de cuaresma se esta rezando el Santo Viacrucis en el Templo a las 7:00 P:M: (A las Siete de la Noche). Todos cordialmente invitados. Escuela de la Fe “Cristo Maestro” Visión Asistir a los fieles Hispanos, en especial a aquellos que sirven en un ministerio, a integrarse más plena, consciente, y activamente a la vida de la Iglesia conociendo, celebrando, y viviendo nuestra fe católica como Iglesia doméstica y comunitaria. Las clases serán el segundo Lunes y el cuarto Lunes de cada mes. Desde las seis y treinta de la tarde, hasta las ocho y treinta de la noche (6:30 P.M - 8:30 P.M.) Quien dirige este Curso de Formación Académica e Intelectual es: Ana Cecilia Hidalgo. Especialista y Doctora en Teología y Sagrada Escritura. Cordialmente Invitados. Para mayor información y hojas de registro por favor contáctese con la Hermana Glafira Ortega @ 843-742-0341 o 249-2356

SEGUNDA COLECTA DE ESTA SEMANA “Yo les aseguro que, cuando lo hicieron con el más insignificante de mis hermanos, conmigo lo hicieron” (Mt 25:40). Hoy se nos recuerda que Jesús se identificó con nuestros hermanos y hermanas más pobres. La Catholic Relief Services Collection sirve a Jesús en las víctimas del tráfico humano, en aquellos que sufren por leyes injustas y en los que necesitan cuidado pastoral y ayuda humanitaria alrededor del mundo. Al contribuir a la Colecta de hoy, ustedes van a ayudar a Jesús con otro rostro. Por favor, sean generosos. En el Salón de Banquetes de nuestra parroquia OLSS todos los Viernes durante la Cuaresma. De 5:00-7:00PM ~ Sólo $ 10.00 por persona. Menú Pescado blanco de Alaska Dorado al horno o frito Papas Pequeñitas fritas Hushpuppies Ensalada Sureña de FrijolesEnsalada de Col fresca Pasta Penne Chef a la a Nello Pan , café, té, limonada. Cerveza disponible. Deliciosos pasteles y postres preparados con amor por las damas de la parroquia a un costo mínimo. Estas cenas maravillosas son uno de los más importantes de todos nuestros eventos para recaudar fondos parroquiales. Por favor, apoye.

INFORMACION

Si necesita alguna información para algún Sacramento o alguna Celebración Litúrgica, favor comunicarse con el Padre Orlando Cheverria, Teléfono : 803-351-9784. EL SANTO ROSARIO Si alguien desea llevar la imagen de la Virgen de Guadalupe y rezar el santo rosario durante la semana por favor llamar a Sra. Juanita @843-855-7362 BAUTISMOS Hay preparación para el Sacramento del Bautismo, el día Martes 24 de Marzo. A las seis y treinta de la tarde. a las 6:30 P.M. Deben asistir papás y padrinos. Los padrinos deben ser católicos y casados por la Iglesia Católica, o solteros. (Favor no traer niños porque hacen mucho ruido). Los papás deben hablar antes de la preparación, con el Padre Orlando, teléfono : 803-351-9784. QUINCEAÑERA Para la celebración de una Quinceañera, los papás y familiares deben informar al Padre Orlando, al 803-351-9784 o al 843-249-8514 mínimo tres meses de anticipación, para hacer la preparación necesaria.

Colecta de la Semana De Marzo 15, 2015 Colección Total $ 27,089.18 Colección de la Comunidad Hispana incluida en el Total $ 639.00 Ajuste de Febrero 22, 2015 $ 500.00 MATRIMONIOS Las parejas que deseen contraer el Sacramento del Matrimonio, deben informar al Padre Orlando, mínimo con 6 meses de anticipación, para comenzar la preparación necesaria. Preparación de Parejas para el Sacramento del Matrimonio el 2ndo Martes de cada mes a las 6:30 P.M. Favor no traer niños.

OLSS Tienda de Libros & Regalos Horario de la tienda de: Lunes - Viernes 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM y antes y después de las misas de fin de semana E-Mail: [email protected] / 843-249-2356 Ext.16