Parish Update Weekend of May 21, 2022
"Consider this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Moreover, God is able to make every grace abundant for you,
so that in all things, always having all you need, you may have
an abundance for every good work."
2 Corinthians 9:6-8
2022 Diocesan Annual Appeal
Jesus lays out quite a challenge in today’s Gospel. If you truly love Him, you’ll keep His word. But of course, the word of Jesus, his teaching, is so challenging! And we are so weak, fickle, and forgetful. How can we be expected to keep His word on our own? It seems like an impossible task.
And in a way it is. But thankfully, we’re not asked to keep Christ’s word all by ourselves. As Jesus says, He will send “the Advocate,” the Holy Spirit, whom “will everything and remind you of all that I told you.” In other words, Christ not only gives the task, but He also gives the means for accomplishing it—His very own Spirit, sent by the Father in Christ’s name.
Do we rely upon the Spirit in our daily lives, especially in those difficult circumstances when it becomes basically impossible for us to keep Christ’s word on our own? There’s really no other way! Consider one scenario: supporting our local Church by contributing to the Diocesan Ministry Appeal. We know God asks us to support His Church, which sometimes may be hard to do. But, how does it change when we ask for His help, through the Holy Spirit? There’s only one way to find out: ask the Holy Spirit for help seeing how God is calling you to support the Church, and then ask Him for the strength to follow through.
You can donate online HERE. Please be sure to select Ave Maria Parish, Parker with your donation.
St. Therese of Lisieux Relic
This weekend, we will be placing the relic of St. Therese of Lisieux on display in our new reliquary. Please read the reflection HERE.
The Gospel for May 21, 2022
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Going to the Father is Joyful
Jn 14:23-29
Cyprian writes, "He shows the profit of departing from the world. When his disciples were grieved because he said he was now about to go away, he said, 'If you loved me, you would rejoice because I go to the Father.' Here he teaches and demonstrates that when the dear ones we love go out from this world, we should rejoice rather than grieve."
Parish Information
PLEASE NOTE - The Parish Office is closed every Friday.
Please visit Monday thru Thursday for your needs. Closed for lunch 12 PM - 1 PM
Mass Schedule
Monday - Friday: 9 AM
Daily Saturday: 9 AM
Saturday: 4 PM and 6 PM
Sunday: 7 AM, 9 AM, 11:30 AM, and 5 PM
Confession
Monday through Friday 8 AM - 8:45 AM
Saturday and Sunday: After the 9:00 AM Mass continuing until 11:00 AM.
First Full Weekend of each Month after Mass to celebrate First Saturday Devotions:
June 4th after the 4 PM Mass
June 5th after the 7 AM, 9 AM, & 11:30 AM Masses
***Dwyer Hall - COVID Careful***
Dwyer Hall is our COVID careful Mass space for those parishioners who wish to attend mass with COVID-sensitive procedures in place. Please wear a mask if you attend Mass in Dwyer Hall. The main church sanctuary remains optional for masks.
Adoration Times Available
Many of the scheduled adorers are going on vacation for the summer so we are in DESPERATE need of others to come and be with Jesus. Adoration with Jesus exposed will continue to be on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm. Please register HERE for a time weekly or for the dates that work for you best. Jesus is waiting for you to spend time with Him. Sign up TODAY!
Online Resources
Are you looking for more? Our faith in Jesus Christ is sustained and nourished in many ways. The Church operates on many levels: it begins at home as the domestic church. Your home should be a place of faith, where love for God and neighbor is fostered and lived. We hope you enjoy these resources.
Faith Formation
Check out the Children's Faith Formation page for updates on enrollment for Faith Formation that will be coming soon. We also have some great activity bulletins for children on how to be at Mass and be reflective during the Mass, check out the Mass Bulletins.
Catholic Children for Christ (C3)
It's our favorite time of year for our children at Ave Maria...Catholic Children for Christ (C3)/VBS! We are ready to welcome children going into grades K-5 for our week of fun and faith, June 13-17 from 930am-1pm. Reserve your spot by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDmbogSir7p1HrfHUPHzzozuxiOIm_CGdKIJehpCw3t0D4Uw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 .
We are in need of 6th-12th grade students to serve the children for the week. To volunteer, please fill out this form to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4yzmCKAxiXT5k9CPUqvvyq7yaS3_XOMN4eINOlnrKsUnwvQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0).
We also are in great need of a few more adults. Those who volunteer will get 50% off their children's registration fees. Child care for younger children is also available. Please fill out this form to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv5P-FsL8SrldOv1Ml1x5lT3KXxgKquRaXnBCJGKPDaNYqfw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0).
So excited to train our children to be "Champions for Christ" at this memorable summer event!
High School Youth Ministry
Our High School Youth Ministry will be having its Summer Kick-Off on Sunday, May 22nd! If you are a high schooler or a graduating 8th grader, please join us for games, food, and fun!
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/DdonBAMDGkww5giW6
High School Youth Group - View More Information Here
Legend High School Bible Study - View More Information Here
Bible Study and Cenacle - View More Information Here
Ministries
Hands of Hope
Hands of Hope members recently completed our Spring Trip to Kyle SD to bring food, other household necessities, and a lot of clothing to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. While we were there we had a meeting with Father Ron and his key team members to learn more about their ongoing needs.
The biggest outcome of the meeting was that we learned the need for clothing for all ages and for all seasons is great all the time. We also learned they now have a place in Kyle to store the clothing year-round.
Hands of Hope is announcing a June clothing drive for all seasons and all sizes from babies to adults. If you want to donate clothing you can call Judd Alvord at 303-840-5342 and I can come to pick up the clothing. Another option is to drop the items at The Parish office and Tish Estrella (303-841-3750) will call me for pickup.
We want to thank Ave Maria Parishioners for your ongoing and outstanding support. With it, we are able to improve the lives of our sisters and brothers in the poorest region of our Nation.
Thank you all so much!.
Hands of Hope team members.
Ave Maria for Life
A monthly Rosary for Life is held on the second Saturday of every month, rain or shine. Please join us outside the Parker Library on June 11th at 1:00 p.m. to pray a rosary for the protection of human life in all of its stages. All are welcome!
Groups & Events
Linen Committee
DO YOU HAVE AN IRON? The Linen Committee of the Altar and Rosary Society of Ave Maria needs YOU only two weeks per year. This ministry is very important and so easy to join. Everyone is welcome and a simple (35 minute training) is provided at the church at you convenience.. NO MEETINGS!
Call Betty Coll at (303) 841-4439, if no answer leave a message or bettycol@q.com for questions.
This is a great service project for Middle School Students. All volunteers must complete the training. Doing God's work is very rewarding. Thanks to all the volunteers who continue to be faithful to this ministry
JOIN US TODAY!
Do you want to navigate disagreement in a healthier way? Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times is an eight-session small group program that guides you in deepening your relationships while staying true to your values. This program draws upon the wisdom of experts in nonviolent communication, civil dialogue, and grassroots organizing, providing practical tools for navigating the political polarization of our time, as well as tough conversations with our loved ones. For more information, contact Marice Erickson at 303.791.0297. Classes will run each Thursday, June 2 through July 21. Two books must be purchased before class starts, so call early to register.
AMCS ANGEL CORNER
Join Our Team!
AMCS has teaching opportunities at our school! Please visit our website, under the About Us tab, for more information and to fill out an application. AveMaria.School
AROUND THE DIOCESE
Moreover, God is able to make every grace abundant for you,
so that in all things, always having all you need, you may have
an abundance for every good work."
2 Corinthians 9:6-8
2022 Diocesan Annual Appeal
Jesus lays out quite a challenge in today’s Gospel. If you truly love Him, you’ll keep His word. But of course, the word of Jesus, his teaching, is so challenging! And we are so weak, fickle, and forgetful. How can we be expected to keep His word on our own? It seems like an impossible task.
And in a way it is. But thankfully, we’re not asked to keep Christ’s word all by ourselves. As Jesus says, He will send “the Advocate,” the Holy Spirit, whom “will everything and remind you of all that I told you.” In other words, Christ not only gives the task, but He also gives the means for accomplishing it—His very own Spirit, sent by the Father in Christ’s name.
Do we rely upon the Spirit in our daily lives, especially in those difficult circumstances when it becomes basically impossible for us to keep Christ’s word on our own? There’s really no other way! Consider one scenario: supporting our local Church by contributing to the Diocesan Ministry Appeal. We know God asks us to support His Church, which sometimes may be hard to do. But, how does it change when we ask for His help, through the Holy Spirit? There’s only one way to find out: ask the Holy Spirit for help seeing how God is calling you to support the Church, and then ask Him for the strength to follow through.
You can donate online HERE. Please be sure to select Ave Maria Parish, Parker with your donation.
St. Therese of Lisieux Relic
This weekend, we will be placing the relic of St. Therese of Lisieux on display in our new reliquary. Please read the reflection HERE.
The Gospel for May 21, 2022
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Going to the Father is Joyful
Jn 14:23-29
Cyprian writes, "He shows the profit of departing from the world. When his disciples were grieved because he said he was now about to go away, he said, 'If you loved me, you would rejoice because I go to the Father.' Here he teaches and demonstrates that when the dear ones we love go out from this world, we should rejoice rather than grieve."
Parish Information
PLEASE NOTE - The Parish Office is closed every Friday.
Please visit Monday thru Thursday for your needs. Closed for lunch 12 PM - 1 PM
Mass Schedule
Monday - Friday: 9 AM
Daily Saturday: 9 AM
Saturday: 4 PM and 6 PM
Sunday: 7 AM, 9 AM, 11:30 AM, and 5 PM
Confession
Monday through Friday 8 AM - 8:45 AM
Saturday and Sunday: After the 9:00 AM Mass continuing until 11:00 AM.
First Full Weekend of each Month after Mass to celebrate First Saturday Devotions:
June 4th after the 4 PM Mass
June 5th after the 7 AM, 9 AM, & 11:30 AM Masses
***Dwyer Hall - COVID Careful***
Dwyer Hall is our COVID careful Mass space for those parishioners who wish to attend mass with COVID-sensitive procedures in place. Please wear a mask if you attend Mass in Dwyer Hall. The main church sanctuary remains optional for masks.
Adoration Times Available
Many of the scheduled adorers are going on vacation for the summer so we are in DESPERATE need of others to come and be with Jesus. Adoration with Jesus exposed will continue to be on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm. Please register HERE for a time weekly or for the dates that work for you best. Jesus is waiting for you to spend time with Him. Sign up TODAY!
Online Resources
Are you looking for more? Our faith in Jesus Christ is sustained and nourished in many ways. The Church operates on many levels: it begins at home as the domestic church. Your home should be a place of faith, where love for God and neighbor is fostered and lived. We hope you enjoy these resources.
Faith Formation
Check out the Children's Faith Formation page for updates on enrollment for Faith Formation that will be coming soon. We also have some great activity bulletins for children on how to be at Mass and be reflective during the Mass, check out the Mass Bulletins.
Catholic Children for Christ (C3)
It's our favorite time of year for our children at Ave Maria...Catholic Children for Christ (C3)/VBS! We are ready to welcome children going into grades K-5 for our week of fun and faith, June 13-17 from 930am-1pm. Reserve your spot by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDmbogSir7p1HrfHUPHzzozuxiOIm_CGdKIJehpCw3t0D4Uw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 .
We are in need of 6th-12th grade students to serve the children for the week. To volunteer, please fill out this form to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4yzmCKAxiXT5k9CPUqvvyq7yaS3_XOMN4eINOlnrKsUnwvQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0).
We also are in great need of a few more adults. Those who volunteer will get 50% off their children's registration fees. Child care for younger children is also available. Please fill out this form to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv5P-FsL8SrldOv1Ml1x5lT3KXxgKquRaXnBCJGKPDaNYqfw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0).
So excited to train our children to be "Champions for Christ" at this memorable summer event!
High School Youth Ministry
Our High School Youth Ministry will be having its Summer Kick-Off on Sunday, May 22nd! If you are a high schooler or a graduating 8th grader, please join us for games, food, and fun!
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/DdonBAMDGkww5giW6
High School Youth Group - View More Information Here
Legend High School Bible Study - View More Information Here
Bible Study and Cenacle - View More Information Here
Ministries
Hands of Hope
Hands of Hope members recently completed our Spring Trip to Kyle SD to bring food, other household necessities, and a lot of clothing to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. While we were there we had a meeting with Father Ron and his key team members to learn more about their ongoing needs.
The biggest outcome of the meeting was that we learned the need for clothing for all ages and for all seasons is great all the time. We also learned they now have a place in Kyle to store the clothing year-round.
Hands of Hope is announcing a June clothing drive for all seasons and all sizes from babies to adults. If you want to donate clothing you can call Judd Alvord at 303-840-5342 and I can come to pick up the clothing. Another option is to drop the items at The Parish office and Tish Estrella (303-841-3750) will call me for pickup.
We want to thank Ave Maria Parishioners for your ongoing and outstanding support. With it, we are able to improve the lives of our sisters and brothers in the poorest region of our Nation.
Thank you all so much!.
Hands of Hope team members.
Ave Maria for Life
A monthly Rosary for Life is held on the second Saturday of every month, rain or shine. Please join us outside the Parker Library on June 11th at 1:00 p.m. to pray a rosary for the protection of human life in all of its stages. All are welcome!
Groups & Events
Linen Committee
DO YOU HAVE AN IRON? The Linen Committee of the Altar and Rosary Society of Ave Maria needs YOU only two weeks per year. This ministry is very important and so easy to join. Everyone is welcome and a simple (35 minute training) is provided at the church at you convenience.. NO MEETINGS!
Call Betty Coll at (303) 841-4439, if no answer leave a message or bettycol@q.com for questions.
This is a great service project for Middle School Students. All volunteers must complete the training. Doing God's work is very rewarding. Thanks to all the volunteers who continue to be faithful to this ministry
JOIN US TODAY!
Do you want to navigate disagreement in a healthier way? Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times is an eight-session small group program that guides you in deepening your relationships while staying true to your values. This program draws upon the wisdom of experts in nonviolent communication, civil dialogue, and grassroots organizing, providing practical tools for navigating the political polarization of our time, as well as tough conversations with our loved ones. For more information, contact Marice Erickson at 303.791.0297. Classes will run each Thursday, June 2 through July 21. Two books must be purchased before class starts, so call early to register.
AMCS ANGEL CORNER
Join Our Team!
AMCS has teaching opportunities at our school! Please visit our website, under the About Us tab, for more information and to fill out an application. AveMaria.School
AROUND THE DIOCESE
