March 10, 2019
Readings for this Week
FIRST READING:
"'Therefore, I have now brought you the first fruits of the products of the soil which you, O LORD, have given me.'" (Dt 26:10a)
PSALM:
Be with me, Lord, when I am in trouble. (Ps 91) SECOND READING:
For "everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." (Rom 10:13) GOSPEL:
Filled with the Holy Spirit, Jesus returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the desert for forty days, to be tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they were over he was
hungry. (Lk 4:1-2)
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Pastor:
Fr. Desmond Okpogba, ext. 12 Business Manager:
June Benton, 918-744-0023.
Parish Life Coordinator:
Jennifer Merle, ext. 15 [email protected]
Pastoral Ministry:
Anne Edwards, 918-744-9417.
Dir. of Youth Formation:
Becky Holder, ext. 18.
[email protected] Youth Group:
Ian & Bridget Riley.
[email protected] Director of RCIA:
Aly Garner, 918-728-5188, [email protected]
Music Director:
Mark Beckwith.
[email protected] Accompanist:
Karen Bentley.
[email protected] Facilities Manager:
Paul Steiner, ext. 16.
Janitorial: Isella Torres.
Sunday Mass Vigil: Saturday 5:30 pm Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:00 am
Weekday Mass
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 8:00am.
Wednesday: 6:00pm
Wednesdays: 5:00-5:55pm Saturdays: 4:00-5:15pm Sundays: 7:30-7:55am &
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Please join the Madalene in praying for the needs
of all those who have asked for, and are in need
of our prayers. We pray especially for:
Trina Moore
Bill Cleary (Brother of Sue Trumbull) Maudine Corey Barbara Mahar Dcn. Charlie Toppins Dcn. Larry McFadden Barbara Clancy Pat Anthony Ted Thomas Jack Hudspeth Mike Loughran
Email all prayer requests to:
[email protected]
Tuesday, March 12th Grace Herseth†, r/b Mary Patterson.
Wednesday, 13th Matthew Loftin†,
r/b Cindy Lofitn & Bob Sayre.
Thursday, 14th Maxine Staley†.
Friday, 15th Joseph Mueller†.
Saturday, 16th Steven Epperly†, r/b The Livingston Family.
Tuesday, March 12th
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GOSPEL MEDITATION - ENCOURAGE DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF SCRIPTURE
As we enter into this Lenten season of penance and self-denial, we're reminded that the God we follow is no stranger to these things. In this Sunday's Gospel, we see the temptations of Jesus which have parallels throughout Scripture and in our own lives. The apostle John warns against temptations to sensual lust, enticement of the eyes, and a pretentious life (cf. 1 John 2:16). Before Eve plucks the fruit from the tree, she hears it is good for food, pleasing to the eyes, and desirable for gaining wisdom (cf. Genesis 3:6). The temptations of
Jesus are our own.
"Turn these stones to bread." Here is the lure of bodily comfort, like good food or sensual lust. It's the simplest of temptations because it's instinctual. We want good for our bodies! But there may be times these bodily goods don't serve the higher good for our souls. The leap "from the temple parapet" would entice the eye of the person watching. A feat like this would prove Jesus' Messianic ability. His popularity could be a shortcut to the cross. We might not be daredevils, but we want people to like us and be impressed by us. Do we sacrifice our values along the way? To "bow and worship" the devil - and so claim power and a pretentious life - seems like a dramatic temptation. Not everyone may feel enticed by power in the professional sense, but all of us want control. A volunteer team can feel just
as intense as the boardroom! How often do we prefer to be in control of our lives (and perhaps even the lives of others), rather than allow God to be God?
When we consider areas of temptation and sin, it's not to feel ashamed. The temptation in the desert reminds us that we are not alone and that the strength of Jesus can be our strength, too.
LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK
Temptation is a part of our lives. Even Jesus wrestled with temptation. Our faith tells us that we are meant to live our lives in service of God's kingdom. Yet, we often find ourselves pursuing our own desires rather than God's. The Gospel clearly tells us that true power is found in the embrace of virtue - living lives of non-violence, mercy, and forgiveness. Yet, we still are not convinced and seek things that will hurt us and retaliate against those who harm us. When Jesus faced temptation, he found security in who he was, which firmly rooted him in his mission and gave him the determination to trust in God. We, too, must learn to find security in our identity as a son or daughter of God, to live out our mission rooted in that truth, and to be confident in God's abiding presence.
EVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP - RECOGNIZE GOD IN YOUR ORDINARY MOMENTS
It will take too long. I can't spare it. I don't know anybody. I am just too busy. How many excuses can you think of to put forth as reasons why you should say no to the call of Jesus Christ? Wait. You didn't know to whom those responses were directed? We say no to many
things and many people, but we wouldn't say no to Jesus. Really?
During this Lenten season, like all the other seasons, we will be asked to respond in many different ways. There will be fasting, almsgiving, and abstinence from certain foods. There will be invitations to various devotions and formational studies. We will be asked to
reflect on our faith and then dive deeper.
The argument will be made by some that many of these things are being asked of us by others and not Jesus. Of course, that will just be another excuse like those above. For every calling upon us comes with a temptation to take the easy way out or to minimize the value of
the request.
We will stay caught up in an endless cycle of excuses that lead us nowhere. That is unless we simply choose to stop the madness and say YES! This Lent, give up and give in. Let God take over as you surrender all you are and have to Him. Now is the time to turn to
Jesus. No more excuses.
-Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK - INVITE PARISHIONERS TO REFLECT AND RESPOND TO SCRIPTURE First Reading
Throughout the Book of Deuteronomy, and in today's reading, Moses reminds the Israelites of how God was present throughout their history. Moses instructed Israel to make a sacrificial offering to the Lord God in thanksgiving. As we begin the season of Lent, how will you show gratitude to the Lord?
Second Reading
Paul teaches the Roman Christians that everyone (Jew and Gentile alike) who believes in Christ with their heart and mind will be saved.
Why do you think anyone would object to this teaching?
Gospel Reading
Jesus began his public ministry defeating the temptations of the devil. How do you think the devil tempts you?
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Book for March:
Unsheltered By Barbara Kingsolver
Grab a book and join us for a review and fellowship on Tuesday, March 26 at 1:00pm in the St.
Francis Room.
We are in Need of Volunteers !!
If you are wishing for birthday breakfast to continue, we need help
filling the host spots every month, please call Anne or Jennifer in the
office a 918-744-0023.
March 26th, 8:30am,
Host’s: John & Carol Wilkinson, Darryl
& Linda Merle. Volunteers are needed!
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Wednesdays at Madalene
Mass: 6:00pm light meal: 6:30-7:15pm
Break off into small sessions: till 8-8:15pm
Break off sessions include:
(Child Care 6-8pm)Youth Group: Middle & High School Depending on the week.
Children Pre-K-5 will do an age appropriate study/activity.
Starting March 13th, Fr. Desmond will begin
“Genesis to Jesus”.
Please note, we will continue with this study on all Wednesday evenings, during lent. After Lent
we will go back to regular Wednesday night schedule.
Madalene
Do you have a quilt top that needs quilting? The Madalene Quilter’s
need a new project.
Please contact Charlene Soerries at 918-520-5068 or 918-622-0085
Ladies of the Parish, Reminder for Council of Catholic Women (CCW) “Women of Achievement” luncheon
meeting on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Church of St.
Benedict (2200 West Ithica St., Broken Arrow) All ladies of the parish are invited. Come and support Madalene’s honoree, Lois
Olzawski! The day begins with registration and refreshments at 9:15am. Guest Speaker is Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda, nationally
known writer and award winning journalist. (Author of “The Shephard who didn’t run” as well as several other books.) Her
topic will be “How Mary made time for God….and you can too”. Mass will be at 11:30am, concelebrated by Bishop Konderla,
Msgr. Gier and Fr. Bryan. Lunch will follow at 12:30pm with presentation of awards at approx.. 1:00pm. Cost is $25. A silent auction of Baskets provided by various parishes will be available to bid. Please send your check made payable to Women of the Madalene to Pat Howerton, 4441 So. Birmingham, Tulsa, 74105,
by March 13, or drop it off in the church office. For your convenience, we will have a table in the back of church to pay for
your tickets and sign up for the car pool to St. Benedict.
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THIS Week Lector EMHC Servers
March 2 5:30pm
EM, CUP ONLY
Catie Howard Sue Kinsey
Becky Holder Roger Holder Pat McFadden Anne Edwards
Mike Davis
March 3, 8:00am EM, CUP ONLY
Toni Ackerman Camille Zumwalt
Tom Byers Sarah Sousa
Joe Creider
March 3, 10:00am
EM, HOSTEM, CUPS
David Youll Scott Hastings
Richard Jones Maureen Goree
Tina Koenig
Burnedette Anderson Michele Clancy Royce Ellington
Rockie Anderson Henry Anderson Owen Anderson
NEXT Week Lector EMHC Servers
March 16 5:30pm
EM, CUP ONLY
Lois Olzawski David Roberts
Elmus Beale Elaine Beale Eilleen Anderson Mary Bisett
Max Merle Ross Holder
March 17 EM, Cup Only
Charlene Soerries Sarah Sousa
Jeanne Fritsch Tom Byers
Robert Soerries
March 17
10:00am EM, HOST EM, CUPSDolores Landry Linda Merle
Bob Kappus Tina Koenig
Darryl Merle Richard Jones Donna Stanberry Ed Tullis
Scott Ray Nate Cody Roman Jones
Mass Lector EMHC/cup
Tuesday, 8am Linda M.
TimWednesday, 6pm Volunteer
DeaconThursday, 8am Lois
BobFriday, 8am Tim
HelenSaturday, 8am Linda M.
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During Lent at the Madalene
Wednesdays:
Mass 6:00pm Light meal at 6:30pm Bible Study with Fr. Desmond,
“Genesis to Jesus”, 7:00-8:15pm (Child Care is available)
Fridays:
Adoration 5:00pm Meatless Meal at 6:00pm
Stations at 6:45pm
(Child Care is available)
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Christ is awaiting your visit at St. John’s Adoration Chapel of Peace.
We need adorers. Only one hour per week. Call Rosemary at 918-949-6155 or Tony at 918-742-3593. God
will bless you and your family.
MEAL PROVIDERS NEEDED FOR PORTA CAELI Our goal at Porta Caeli is to provide a warm meal to the visitors of our guests at lunch and dinner each day. As we have increased the number of guests we care for, our need for daily meals has increased. We would invite individuals
or groups to sign up to bring a meal at portacaeli.org.
(“How You Can Help/Volunteer/Sign up to bring lunch or dinner.”) Several groups sign up for a specific day each month and invite their members to pick a day to bring so they may only bring once a year. An individual can go on
and sign up for any day they choose as well.
For information, contact Linda Wewers [email protected] or 918-346-9544
Please take the Cross and Pray for Vocations this week! The prayer book is yours to keep if you would like.
Debbie Davis
Mike & Rosie Davis Doug & Marcia Funk
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