MASSES: Weekend Sat. Vigil 5:00 p.m., Sun. 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 a.m., and 2:00 p.m. (Spanish) Nursery - 11:00 a.m., and 2:00 p.m. Masses Weekdays Mon., Wed., Fri. 9:00 a.m. | Tues. & Thurs. 6:30 a.m. | First Sat. 7:30 a.m. Tues. 6:00 p.m. (Spanish) Tues. & Thurs. (School days only): 8:15 a.m. in the school

RECONCILIATION: Saturday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: Semi-annually in the Fall & Spring, and by appointment. BAPTISMS: Usually the 4th weekend of the month during 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 a.m. Masses. (Parent classes are every other month.) Contact the office to confirm times and to register. MARRIAGES: Six months notice required. Call the office for information. CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Mon.—Thurs. 8:30 to 5:00 p.m. & Fri., 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon

PREGNANT? NEED HELP? All calls confidential. Gabriel Project, 913-602-0306

Pastor: Rev. Mike Stubbs Hispanic Ministry: Rev. David Garavito

Rectory: 341-5618

PARISH STAFF Development & Stewardship Director: Robert Bacic

Director Liturgy & Music: Rick Worms Parish Manager: Mark Engen

Administrative Assistant: Carol Morris Receptionists: Barb Williams & Lina Byrum

Religious Education Staff: 381-2757

Director - Pre.-Gr. 6: Julie Dresser Session Coordinator: Karla Melgar

Assistant: Michelle Rieger Confirmation Coordinator: Sandy Schluter

Youth Ministries: 205-0825

Director: Sandy Schluter

Catechist for Hispanic Adult Formation: Sr. Maria Orozco, S.C.L., 381-2755

Holy Cross Catholic School

8101 W. 95th St. 66212 School Office: 381-7408

E-Mail: gradeschool@holycrosscatholicschool.com Principal: Allison Carney

Secretaries: Anita Lemmon & Martha Beisser

Early Education Center: 381-7151 7917 W 95th St. 66212

E-Mail: preschool@holycrosscatholicschool.com Director: Penny Miller

Assistant Director: Stefanie Bridges

Advocate for Annulments: Rebeca Richmond, 671-8722

Parish Center Manager Allison Carney, 244-5970

Church of The Holy Cross

8311 W. 93rd St. Overland Park, Kansas 66212

Church Office: (913) 381-2755 FAX: (913) 381-2766 E-Mail: churchoffice@holycrossopks.org

Website: www.holycrossopks.org

Holy Cross is a diverse community, welcoming and accepting, united in Catholic faith, and committed to forming people in the image of Christ to better serve the Lord and our neighbor.

El boletín Encuentro en español se encuentra en la página 6.

First Sunday of Lent Church of the Holy Cross

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE: Feb. 10, 2013 Fiscal YTD Needed for Feb. $25,046 874,510 Collected 22,361 918,457 Over/(Under) (2,538) 43,947 Special Donations 298

ADORATION CHAPEL: Best Lenten resolution ever! Spend one hour each week in the chapel! Open Hours: Sun. 2-3 am, 9-10 am; Tues 1-2pm; Wed 2-3 a.m. Fri 1-2 pm. Please call Anne, 649-2049 to sign up.

Welcome to Church of the Holy Cross! We invite you to join the parish! Fill out the form below and we will deliver a welcome and registration packet to you. Name:__________________________________________ Address:________________________________________ _______________________________________________

City/State/Zip Code Phone:_________________________________________ Email: _________________________________________

Drop in collection basket, bring or mail to: Church of the Holy Cross

8311 W 93rd St. Overland Park, KS 66212

913-381-2755

Monday 9:00 a.m. Bob Schmitt Tuesday 6:30 a.m. Vincent Hoang 8:15 a.m. Victor Brzozowski (at school) 6:00 p.m. Dominico & Maria (Spanish)

Wednesday 9:00 a.m. Dr. John Walker Thursday 6:30 a.m. Margaret Marr 8:15 a.m. Kevin Haeusser (at school)

Friday 9:00 a.m. Josephine Allen 5:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross (Spanish)

Saturday 7:30 a.m. No Mass 5:00 p.m. Ken VanBooven Sunday 7:30 a.m. Bob Gutierrez 9:00 a.m. Robert Klewitz 11:00 a.m. People of the Parish 2:00 p.m. In Thanksgiving (Spanish)

Dear Parishioners, The Holy Father has surprised the entire world by his announcement that he plans to resign. His willingness to relinquish power can perhaps teach us all a lesson in humility. In making this decision, Pope Benedict is following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ, “who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God something to be grasped.” (Philippians 2:6) It is difficult to let go of power. The Holy Father is doing so for the good of the Church. That is a wise and noble decision.

Fr. Mike 

READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY: Second Sunday of Lent: Genesis 15:5-12,17-18, Philippians 3:17-4:1, Luke 9:28b-36

Please Pray for Those Asking for Prayers: Paul Bastasch, Bob Bray, Emily Rainey, Xander Rainey, Tom Gates, Keith Kwapiszeski, Tami, Nenita Labayen, Bob Masterson, Dolores McClain, Betty

McMahon, Theresa Mercer, Jerry Meert, Harold Ruppelius and Chris Shepard.

REST IN PEACE: Prayers are requested for Ernesto Moreno Garza, father of Pilar Tallent, Charles Haley of Holy Cross and Joan Olen of Holy Cross.

LENT AT HOLY CROSS Stations of the Cross: Every Friday in Lent at 5:30pm. Fri., March 1 Stations by VIS at 7:00pm Lenten Dinners: in Lickteig Hall except Feb 22 Feb 22 PTO Fish Dinner at the school March 1 Women Holy Cross 5:00 pm March 8 Project Gabriel after stations March 15 Knights of Columbus after stations March 22 Knights of Columbus after stations Reconciliation: every Wed in Lent from 6-7pm Communal Reconciliation Service: Mon, March 18 at 7:00 pm

Overland Park, Kansas February 17, 2013

Women of Holy Cross are sponsoring a soup and salad buffet on Friday, March 1 from 5pm-6:45pm. Cost is adults $5 and children 12 and under $3. This will be followed by the musical dramaturgy

“STATIONS” performed in the church starting at 7:00 pm. All are invited to attend and be part of a unique Lenten worship experience. “STATIONS” is presented by Theatre at VIS, a ministry of Visitation Church. The cast includes both adults and youth singers and dancers. There is a message for everyone- a message of joy and hope. A free will offering will be taken up after the performance.

Sunshine Social Hour/Dinner: This will be held at 4:00pm on Wed, Feb. 27 at the Conroy’s Public House, 5285 W 95th St (95th & Nall next to Inter-State Batteries). Private

room. Please sign up or call Mary 648-1482

Some parishioners have requested that the Saturday evening Vigil Mass be changed from 5:00 pm to 4:30 or 4:00 pm. We would like to know what you think. Please complete this survey, clip it out and return it to the Church Office or put in collection basket before the end of February. One survey per parishioner. Any changes in Mass times would not take place until the summer. Which weekend Mass do you usually attend?

5:00 pm, 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am What time do you prefer the Saturday evening Mass be celebrated?

4:00 pm, 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm

Name (optional): Comment:

What do you think about changing the Time of the Saturday Evening Mass?

Study, Prayer and Reflection During

Lent Come join Fr. Mike Stubbs at 7:30 p.m. in the Church for the following sessions on St.

Luke’s Gospel: Wed. Feb 20: Journeying To the Cross Through St. Luke’s Gospel Wed. Feb 27: The Passion According to St. Luke Wed. March 6: The Risen Christ In St. Luke’s Gospel

PTO Fish Dinner – Please join us on February 22nd from 5:30 – 7:30 PM in the Parish Activity Center for a delicious meal including our special recipe hand breaded Alaskan Pollock or Smoked

Salmon. Dinner also includes salad, coleslaw, roll, French fries, green beans, and drink. Macaroni and Cheese or Cheese Pizza will be available for children. Volunteers are needed to make desserts. Please e m a i l J e a n i n e S c h n e i d e r a t jschneider@holycrosscatholicschool.com if you can make a dessert or volunteer.

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“I have now brought you the first fruits of the products of the soil which you, O Lord, have given me.” Deuteronomy 26:10

Moses and the people of Israel were filled with gratitude to God for saving them. To thank Him, they offered the first fruits of their harvest. Do we give our best to God—our first fruits? It is so easy to take care of ourselves first and give God the leftovers. We need to remember that everything we have comes from God and that we owe it to Him to give our best in return.

We will meet this month on the 4th Monday, Mon, Feb. 25 at the Cozy Café at 12 noon. Cozy Café is at approximately 75th and a little east of Metcalf. See you there! If you have any questions call 913-638-8369

Youth Ministry

For questions regarding Middle and High School Rel. Ed or Youth Ministry, Sandy can be reached quickly & easily call or text 205-0825 or by email at sschluter@holycrossopks.org.

First Sunday of Lent Church of the Holy Cross

Confirmation

Confirmation classes We will not have regular classes on Feb 17th, due to the High School Confirmation retreat.

However, any student still needing to complete their service project board or letter to the Archbishop will need to attend class that evening. 1st year students will meet on Feb 24th. Second year students will take part in our annual Confirmation Service Fair after 9am, 11am, and 2pm masses on the 24th.

Middle School meets on Monday nights from 7-8:15 pm in the youth room and parish hall. We will meet

February 25th. No meeting on Feb 18th as there is no school that day.

High School Youth Group… meets Feb 27th in the youth room. With all of life’s hectic schedules, let Youth Group be a place for respite and encouragement to get you through the busy days ahead.

Mission Trip 2013 is set! Oklahoma City, here we come! We will be traveling to OK City June 22nd to 29th, working again with Catholic Heart Workcamp. Please pray for

another successful journey for our young people. Contact Sandy to see if there are any spots still available. The second payment of $85 is due in February.

Religious Education

Afternoon Classes meet from 4:30-5:45 p.m. In case of absence, please call 913-381-2757, ext. 119. Please support our classroom efforts by practicing more prayer, fasting and almsgiving in your home during this season of

Lent. The Rice Bowl can help you do this.

Are you making a New Year’s Resolution to grow your faith during the Year of Faith? Consider the Christ Renews His Parish renewal weekends coming up during Lent. The

Women’s Weekend is March 2-3. For more information or to register, please call Deb Castinado 913-851-1074

Your pledge is appreciated! As we look at our lives and the many ways God has blessed us, let us give back a proportionate gift to the Archbishop’s Call to Share to share the joy of believing. Our archdiocesan family is truly an extension of our parish life. We are grateful to those who take part in this effort! Our parish goal is $117,645. To date, 14% of our parishioners have made pledges of $45,625 which is 39% of our goal. Once we reach our goal, 25% of each dollar raised over the goal will be returned to our parish. Thank you for your generous gifts in support of the ministries of the Church in Northeast Kansas!

The next Youth-led mass is Sun., March 10 at 11 am. If you are interested in helping with the music ministry contact Sandy. If you would like to lector, be a Eucharistic Minister, usher, greeter or gift bearer,

contact Deb Williams at 642-3708 for more info.

2013 CYO TRACK: If you are interested in coming out for CYO Track and are in 3rd through 8th grade , please come to sign ups on Mon, March 4th between 6pm-8pm at Holy Cross School. Sign-ups will be in the 8th grade classrooms (Next to Pflumm Hall). Please visit www.holycrosscatholicschool.com/sports.html to find out more information. If you have any questions, p l e a s e c o n t a c t M i k e M i r a n d a a t mamirandam2004@yahoo.com or call 913-341-6577.

Overland Park, Kansas February 17, 2013

Catholicism Series Episode 6 We meet on Wed at 3:00pm in room 5A. All are welcome! This  week’s  episode  is  “A Body Both Suffering and Glorious: The Mystical Union of Christ and the Church”   Fr.  Barron explores  the  Catholic  Faith’s  unique understanding  of  the  relationship  of  Jesus Christ  and  the  Church.  Witness  how  the Mystical  Body  of  Christ  is  a  living  organism that  stretches  from  Rome  to  New  York,  Sao Paolo,  Manila  and  Namugongo,  embracing humanity in all of its joys and sorrows.

Wyandotte Pregnancy Clinic is looking for volunteers! If you have a passion to work with women and families facing an unplanned pregnancy then come to our Volunteer Info Night Thur Feb. 21 from 6:30-7:30pm. RSVP by Feb 20. Call Brittany 913-287-8287

Singles of Nativity: If you are single and in your 30’s and 40’s come join us on Sat, March 16 for a dance at Nativity! We serve members

of all parishes. For more info contact Susana Marcos at president@son-ministry.org or visit www.son-ministry.org.

Lighthouse Catholic Media CDs … Lenten Resolution: I will listen to one CD each week to make this Year of Faith Lent a more prayerful period of my life. I will

share one CD a week with others to help them draw closer to God. See the kiosk in the back of church for wonderful Lenten CDs or call Brenda Scruggs, 913-649-6442, to order specific titles.

The Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) will hold its quarterly Johnson County meeting at 9:00am on Sat, Feb 23 at Shawnee Knights of Columbus Hall, 11221 Johnson Dr. Courtney Williams from ACCW’s Faith in Action Team (FIAT) will be the featured speaker. The FIAT is committed to promoting Catholic/Christian values in our families, schools, community and government by stepping up, speaking out and taking action when and where needed. Please contact Susan Draftz 913-367-2227 or 913-674-6172 for more info.

The Archdiocesan Charismatic prayer groups are sponsoring a mass for healing Thurs, February 21, 7:30 pm at Cure of Ars, 9401 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS. Fr. Al Rockers presiding.

Fellowship follows. More info call 913-649-2026.

A Lenten presentation of the Face of Mercy by Michael McGlinn will be on Wed, Feb 27 at 6:30pm at Queen of the Holy Rosary Church, 7023 W 71 St. This is a free one hour event for the whole family. It is a wonderful opportunity to get closer to Jesus who

loves us so much. This presentation is inspirational and truly breathtaking, perfect for the Year of Faith.

Fr. Dennis Wait will offer a Lenten Retreat on Sat. March 2 from 9:00am - 2:00pm at Sanctuary of Hope Prayer & Retreat Center 2601 Ridge Ave KCK. The retreat is entitled “If you knew the gift of God” and will focus on becoming so still (this is the simple word for contemplation) that we can actually sense God’s presence and know the gifts He wants to give us. Spiritual direction and/or reconciliation will also be offered and lunch will be provided. Cost is $20. Please contact Julie at 913-321-4673 or Julie@sanctuaryofhope.org to make your reservation.

The 17th Annual Joint Diocesan Mass for the Anointing of the Sick will be held Sat, March 2, 10:00 am at Cure of Ars Church. Bishop Robert Finn will be the Principal

Celebrant with Archbishop Emeritus James Keleher as Homilist in a communal Mass to administer the sacrament of the sick to Catholics of both Dioceses. The special concelebration of the Mass, anointing and blessing of the sick will be done as it is in Lourdes, France. If you wish to receive the sacrament please call 913-649-3260 to register.

MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: domingos , 2:00 p.m. y martes, 6:00 p.m. MISAS EN INGLÉS: sábados 5:00 p.m. y domingos 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. y 11:00 a.m. Los invitamos a participar en cualquiera de estas liturgias. RECONCILIACIÓN: martes: 5pm.-6pm., y domingos: 1pm.-2pm. MATRIMONIO: Llamen a la parroquia 6 meses antes de la fecha en que desean casarse para tener la primera entrevista con un sacerdote. BAUTISMO: Segundo sábado 11 a.m., y tercer domingo de cada mes después de la Misa de las 2:00 p.m. Padres y padrinos deben asistir a una clase de preparación. Deben anotarse con anticipación, llamando a la oficina de la iglesia, 381-2755.

SERVICIOS EN ESPAÑOL: Para hablar en español, llamen a la oficina de la iglesia, 381-2755: lunes, miérco-les y jueves: 2-5 pm.; martes: 2-6 pm. También pueden llamar a los Sacerdotes deján-doles un mensaje: 341-5618

“Encuentro”

Queridos feligreses: El Santo Padre ha sorprendido al mundo entero con el anuncio de su renuncia. Su consentimiento a renunciar su puesto nos enseña quizás una lección en humildad. Con esta decisión, el Papa Benedicto XVI está siguiendo el ejemplo de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, “quién, aunque estaba en la forma de Dios, no consideró la igualdad con Dios, como algo fácil de comprender.” (Filipenses 2:6) Es difícil renunciar al poder. Es Santo Padre lo está haciendo por el bien de la Iglesia. Ésta es una decisión inteligente y noble. Fr. Mike

INTENCIONES PARA LAS MISAS: Martes 2/19, 6:00 p.m.: Dominico y María Domingo 2/24, 2:00 p.m.: Acción de Gracias

LECTURAS PARA COMPARTIR LA FE: 2° Domingo de Cuaresma Génesis 15:5-12, 17-18; Filipenses 3:17; 4:1; Lucas 9:28-36

EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA: Clases de la Tarde, 4:30-5:45pm.: Durante el tiempo de Cuaresma, favor de apoyar el esfuerzo de nuestros catequistas, practicando más oraciones, ayunando y dando limosnas. Para preguntas o ausencias, llamen a Karla Melgar, 381-2757,xt.140.

Clases de la Noche para Familias Creciendo Juntas en la Fe, 6:45-8:15pm.: Nos reuniremos de nuevo el martes, Feb.26, para explorar los Diez Mandamientos. Para preguntas o ausencias llamen a Karla Melgar, 381-2757, ext.140.

CONFIRMACIÓN: Clases de Confirmación: NO nos reuniremos hoy, domingo 17 de Febrero, ya que estaremos celebrando un Retiro de Confirmación. Si algún estudiante necesita completar su tabla de proyectos de servicios o la carta al Arzobispo, tienen que venir a clases esta noche. El 24 de Feb., tendremos clases regulares para estudiantes del 1er año. Estudiantes del 2° año vendrán ese día también, para tomar parte en nuestra Feria Anual de Servicio para la Confirmación, después de las misas de las 9am., 11am. y 2pm.

Fecha para la Confirmación: Celebraremos este Sacramento el miércoles, 3 de Abril, 2013, a las 7pm. El Arzobispo Naumann presidirá. Ensayo para padres y padrinos será el martes, 2 de Abril, 2013.

Ministerio Juvenil: Preguntas sobre Educación Religiosa para estudiantes de Escuela Intermedia o Superior, se pueden comunicar con Sandy Schluter por email: sschluter@holycrossopks.org, o pueden llamarla o text al: 205-0825

Oportunidad de Servicio: Nuestro próximo Viaje de Misión-2013, será Junio 22 al 29. El costo es $535, con un depósito de $85/por estudiante. No se olviden de mandar su depósito lo antes posible hasta el mes de Febrero, para asegurar su lugar. Empezaremos a tener reuniones prontamente para planear. No se pierda esta importante información. Empezaremos a levantar fondos para aquéllos que ya firmaron y pagaron su depósito. Vean: www.holycrossopks.org, Faith Formation, para más información.

Misionarios de Holy Cross: Nuestros misionarios están muy contentos de compartir su esfuerzo con tan buena causa. Cuando vean a cualquier estudiante que vaya al Viaje de Misión-2013, recojan su ticket de $5, como una donación. Llamen a Sandy o a la oficina.

Retiro de Convalidación para Parejas: Se celebrará el sábado 16 de Marzo y el domingo 17 de Marzo, 2013, de 8am. a 5pm., los dos días, en las Oficinas del Ministerio Hispano, 2215 Parallel Ave., KCKS. El costo es de $60/por pareja. Para inscribirse, llamen al 281-6644. NO habrá cuidado de niños.

La Iglesia Holy Cross es una comunidad diversa y acogedora, unida en la fe Católica, comprometida en formar a la gente en la imagen de Cristo, para servir mejor al Señor y al prójimo.

First Sunday of Lent Church of the Holy Cross

Overland Park, Kansas Febrero 17, 2013

Proyecto Gabriel: La misión del Proyecto Gabriel es simple y completa: “Proveeremos a cualquier mujer enfrentándose a una crisis por embarazo, con la ayuda que necesite, espiritual, emocional y material.” En estos momentos, ellos esperan poder expandir dentro de la Arquidiócesis y fondos serán bienvenidos para ayudar a educar e informar a todos sobre sus servicios. Donaciones de fondos serán usados para asistir a una Mamá nueva con todos los materiales que necesite en este tiempo de necesidad.

VIRTUS en español: Se llevará a cabo en la Parroquia de Todos los Santos, 811 Vermont Ave., KCKS 66101. Sábado, 23 de Febrero, 2013, 10am. ¡No niños, por favor! Para más info. ó para inscribirse llamen a Todos los Santos, 371-1837, ó Gabriela Torres, 371-8101. También: www.virtus.org.

VELADORAS / VELAS: Es muy importante que NO traigan sus propias veladoras/velas a la iglesia. Por razones de seguridad del Departamento de Bomberos de la ciudad, solamente se pueden usar las veladoras/velas disponibles afuera de la oficina de la iglesia, ya aprobadas por ellos. Otro tipo de veladoras/velas son y serán removidos de la iglesia inmediatamente. Gracias por su atención a este importante aviso por la seguridad de todos.

RETIRO PARA QUINCEAÑERAS: Esta preparación para una celebración tan especial se llevará a cabo en Holy Cross, Abril 13 y 14, 2013, de 8:30am. - 4:30pm., cada día. Para inscribir a su Quinceañera llame al Ministerio Hispano, 913/ 281-6644, antes de Marzo 31. El costo es $20/por persona.

CONGRESO CARISMÁTICO CATÓLICO: La parroquia de Santa Catarina, de Emporia, KS, los invita a este Congreso, los días 23 y 24 de Feb.. Para más información llamen al Padre John Cordés, 620/475-3326.

The Gabriel Project provides spiritual, emotional, & material help for any woman facing difficulty in her pregnancy. Please call 913/602-0306. If you would like more

information on how to get involved with The Gabriel Project please contact Nancy Bunker at nbunker@kc.rr.com. Hurting from abortion?? If you have had an abortion & are still grieving, Project Rachael can help, call 913/621-2199. All calls are confidential.

On Mon, March 4 at 7:00pm come watch the Runnin’ Revs made up of priests and seminarians from the Archdiocese take on students from the local high schools and each of the

Catholic grade schools in Johnson and Wyandotte Counties. Bring the family and friends to enjoy an exciting night in support of our seminarians. The game will be played at Bishop Miege High School. There will be a live auction during the game which includes a spot at Camp Tekawitha this summer.

Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care is currently looking for volunteers to assist at Top Drawer, their upscale resale boutique. The boutique

is located at 9433 Mission Rd in the Ranch Mart Center. Volunteers are needed to assist with sales, run the cash register and help with accepting donations. The commitment is once a week. For more information and available shifts, contact Lori Feagins at 913-642-2292

Vatican II Lecture Series: Join Archbishop Keleher and Fr. John Melnick this Lent to explore the teachings of the Second Vatican Council. The lecture series will be on Tuesdays, Feb 19, 26, March 5, 12 from 7-8pm. This is a great way for Catholics to learn more about the Second Vatican Council. There are 3 ways to participate: 1. Attend the lecture series in person at Holy Spirit Church. 2. Attend the series at a live steam location or 3. Watch the series via live stream at home. Go to www.archkck.org/vatican for more info and to register. This is a free event!

Cristo Rey Kansas City’s Spring Open House will be Sunday, March 3 from 12:30-3 p.m. Meet the faculty, tour facilities and learn why Cristo Rey is the school that works. For more info call 816-595-2806 or go to www.cristoreykc.org