“The proof of love is in the works.”

~ Pope St. Gregory the Great

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Join other 20- and 30-somethings, married and single, with families and without, for worship, food and fellowship! Join us every fourth Sunday for the 11:30 a.m. Mass and brunch afterward, the next one being May 27. Children are welcome! We’ll meet before and after Mass in the center of the church narthex, just in front of a large archway. We’ll sit together at Mass then head to Perla’s Seafood and Oyster Bar (located at 1400 South Congress Ave.) for brunch afterward. You go to Mass on Sundays anyway, and who doesn’t love brunch? Join us!

RSVP here.

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St. Thérèse of Lisieux (1873 – 1897) is one of our precious young saints whose life encourages us that we can become holy in our younger part of life! She died at the age of 24 and has left behind a beautiful example for us to follow.

Thérèse Martin entered the convent at the age of 15.

According to AmericanCatholic.org,  she possessed that holy insight that redeems the time, however dull that time may be. She saw in quiet suffering redemptive suffering, suffering that was indeed her apostolate. Thérèse said she came to the Carmel convent “to save souls and pray for priests.” And shortly before she died, she wrote: “I want to spend my heaven doing good on earth.”

On Oct. 19, 1997, Pope John Paul II proclaimed her a Doctor of the Church, the third woman to be so recognized in light of her holiness and the influence of her teaching on spirituality in the Church.

She is the patron saint of florists, missionaries and pilots, and her feast day is Oct. 1.

The 24 ‘Glory Be’s’ Novena to St. Therese

From the ninth to the 17th of each month, those who want to participate in the 24 Glory Be’s novena, should add to those of their own, the intentions of all who are at that time making the novena, thus forming one great prayer in common. This novena can be said at any time, however.

The Glory Be is said 24 times each day for nine days, in thanksgiving for all the blessings and favors given to Saint Therese of the Child Jesus during the 24 years of her life. Start the novena each day with this prayer:

“Holy Trinity, God the Father, God the Son and God, the Holy Spirit, I thank You for all the blessings and favors You have showered upon the soul of Your servant Therese of the Child Jesus, during the 24 years she spent here on earth, and in consideration of the merits of this, Your most beloved Saint, I beseech You to grant me this favor, if it is in accordance with Your most Holy Will and is not an obstacle to my salvation.”

After this prayer, follow with the 24 Glory Be’s, between each of which should be included this short prayer.

“Saint Therese of the Child Jesus, pray for us.”

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May 1, 2012

Dear St. John Neumann parishioners,

Shortly after our dedication, I wrote to you about ongoing projects involving the new church. Today, I want to provide an update.

We met recently with diocesan officials regarding our plans to complete the mezzanine and chapel. We hope to have an approved permit from the City of Westlake soon. As work begins on the mezzanine we will try to address improvements with the sound system.

Concerns regarding access to the church, particularly for the elderly and those with special needs are ongoing. I’ve asked Chuck Malburg to head up these efforts. Many of you may recall that Chuck ably directed our transportation and parking issues on the day of the dedication. Feel free to call Chuck at (512) 773-6650 for any input you may have. We’ll keep you posted as access plans are developed and implemented.

I hope all of you checked out the temporary Book of Gratitude located in the narthex by the

secondary entrance. The book lists all of our donors for the new church. If you have not already done so, please take some time to view your name and memorialized gift (if any). This will enable the committee to complete the permanent book of acknowledgement.

On Aug. 12, 2012, Bishop Joe Vásquez will preside at the 11:30 a.m. Mass. Since he was unable to dedicate our new church due to the Ad Limina visit with the Holy Father, Bishop Vásquez is very much looking forward to being with as many St. John Neumann parishioners as possible. Please make plans to attend and be at this important Mass.

Thank you again.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Fr. Bud

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The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a blood drive on May 24, 2012 in Morris Hall from 4 to 7 p.m. Beginning with this drive, everyone who wants to sign up for a time slot must do so online. We’ll no longer use a paper sign-up sheet. To sign up, go to the Blood Center Web site at www.InYourHands.org. In the “donate blood” box, click on “login” and follow the prompts. If this is your first time to ever donate blood, click on “not yet a donor.” If you’ve donated before but don’t know your “donor ID,” click on “retrieve my donor ID.” When asked for our “sponsor code,” it’s “neumann.” If you have problems logging in, call (512) 206-1117 for help. We hope to see you on May 24, 2012!

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Do you play a solo instrument? Are you interested in playing  some solo repertoire for a Mass this summer?

We are seeking out parishioners who are accomplished solo instrument players to offer their talent by playing for a Mass or two. If you’re high school age or above and have been playing your instrument for at least four years, please contact Staff Organist Christina Hargis at (512) 328-3220 or to discuss the possibilities!

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The parish library is in need of a few volunteers. Some of the jobs including shelving books, repairing as needed, preparing a note for the Sunday bulletin occasionally and other duties as needed. Please call Hanna Wickenberg at (512) 329-8606 if you have an interest, or call the parish office at (512) 328-3220.

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An execution was scheduled for April 26, 2012. The Culture of Life Committee invites all to pray for the victim of the crime, the convicted killer and their family, that they may all find mercy, healing forgiveness and peace.

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This column by George Will about his son Jon, who has Down Syndrome, is beautiful.

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