Message from Monsignor
Dear Friends,
“I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth. The former heaven and former earth had passed away…and the One who sat on the throne said, ‘Behold, I make all things new’.” Rev. 21:1 St. John, the visionary, tells us about that heavenly liturgy where all is restored to the original beauty and intent of Our Father when His love brought about a perfect, harmonious creation. Jesus does the same when he tells the disciples “love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another.” Some day we will know the new heaven and new earth until then we walk in the footsteps of Jesus, loving one another as He has done for us.
This week we will see a number of endings and beginnings. Our kindergarteners will say farewell to little school and enter the new world of 1st grade. A big step. Our 8th graders say farewell to the place where most have been growing and learning for 9 years. For some of these kiddos, they are the last in their families to attend OLOL school. A legacy well known at Lourdes for many generations. To all of them, Godspeed, stay close to Jesus.
We also bid farewell to some of our teachers, Annie Chandler(5th), Ryan Higgins(middle school history), Annette Straughn (4th, 17-year career and OLOL parishioner), Clare Burke (PreK), Becca Link (preschool director), Haley Jones (Kindergarten), Sarah Hines (music).
Dr. Amie Koenen, our Principal, a passionate, competent, and energetic leader has graced our school and parish. Wherever she lands in her next position the people will be greatly blessed. We say goodbye to each of you with a grateful heart for all you have given our children and the Lourdes Community. All of this change reminds me of “the One on the throne saying, ‘Behold I make all things new’”.
Jamaican Mission: WOW! Your generous response is overwhelming. Your donations to Fr. Wissman’s appeal was in excess of $12,000, truly the generous spirit of Lourdes.
God bless
Msgr
“I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth. The former heaven and former earth had passed away…and the One who sat on the throne said, ‘Behold, I make all things new’.” Rev. 21:1 St. John, the visionary, tells us about that heavenly liturgy where all is restored to the original beauty and intent of Our Father when His love brought about a perfect, harmonious creation. Jesus does the same when he tells the disciples “love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another.” Some day we will know the new heaven and new earth until then we walk in the footsteps of Jesus, loving one another as He has done for us.
This week we will see a number of endings and beginnings. Our kindergarteners will say farewell to little school and enter the new world of 1st grade. A big step. Our 8th graders say farewell to the place where most have been growing and learning for 9 years. For some of these kiddos, they are the last in their families to attend OLOL school. A legacy well known at Lourdes for many generations. To all of them, Godspeed, stay close to Jesus.
We also bid farewell to some of our teachers, Annie Chandler(5th), Ryan Higgins(middle school history), Annette Straughn (4th, 17-year career and OLOL parishioner), Clare Burke (PreK), Becca Link (preschool director), Haley Jones (Kindergarten), Sarah Hines (music).
Dr. Amie Koenen, our Principal, a passionate, competent, and energetic leader has graced our school and parish. Wherever she lands in her next position the people will be greatly blessed. We say goodbye to each of you with a grateful heart for all you have given our children and the Lourdes Community. All of this change reminds me of “the One on the throne saying, ‘Behold I make all things new’”.
Jamaican Mission: WOW! Your generous response is overwhelming. Your donations to Fr. Wissman’s appeal was in excess of $12,000, truly the generous spirit of Lourdes.
God bless
Msgr
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Mass Times and Intentions
Thursday, May 19 7:00 a.m. Barbara Budde Friday, May 20 7:00 a.m. Midge Ratchford 8:00 a.m. Anne Shinn Saturday, May 21 5:00 p.m. Jerry Ganz Sunday, May 22 7:30 a.m. Pro Populo 9:00 a.m. Georgene Frazier 11:00 a.m. Joseph F. & Kathryn H. Darpel 5:00 p.m. World Peace Monday, May 23 7:00 a.m. Christine Crippin Tuesday, May 24 7:00 a.m. Jerry Ganz Wednesday, May 25 7:00 a.m. Anne Shinn Thursday, May 26 7:00 a.m. Tom Ganz Friday, May 27 7:00 a.m. Timothy Burns Saturday, May 28 5:00 p.m. The McDaniel Family Sunday, May 29 7:30 a.m. Anne Shinn 9:00 a.m. Joyce Drews 11:00 a.m. Pro Populo 5:00 p.m. NO MASS Please note: No Eucharistic Adoration on Monday, May 30th Marriages
May 14, 2022 Jason Robert Joshua & Abby Nicole Ryan |
Weekly Contribution Statement Sunday, May 15, 2022 Offertory, including loose $ 8,750.00 Online Giving (end of month) Holy Days $ .00 Special Collections $ 1,345.00 Total $ 10,095.00 YTD Offertory-Budget $ 713,796.00 YTD Offertory-Actual $ 740,459.00 $ 26,663.00 Thank you for your continued support! Rest in Peace
Mary Beth Engler Lifelong Parishioner |
Annual Catholic Appeal Update!
Our Lady of Lourdes ACA goal is $136,046 with a challenge goal of $210,488. So far our contributions are $176,035 . Thank you to all who contributed.
There is still time….stop by the rectory office any morning during the week and we will assist you in processing your donation.
Our Lady of Lourdes ACA goal is $136,046 with a challenge goal of $210,488. So far our contributions are $176,035 . Thank you to all who contributed.
There is still time….stop by the rectory office any morning during the week and we will assist you in processing your donation.
Please continue to pray for the following...
Nancy Allen, L.D.B., Isabella Bertram, Pat Boehm, The Butcher Family, Jacqueline Byrne, Sloane Chalmers, Jean Clark, Christine Cool, Frank Di Vitto, Imogene Dwyer, Fr. Bob Gettinger, James Goggins, Monica Golden, Carole Goldfarb, Betty Goldkamp, Nancy Herron, Jean Hinman, Kit Homer, Judy Huske, Debbie Kemp, Joan Kiburz, Geri Lux, Dana Mareshie, Joan Marentette, Andrew McCartney, Joe McGlynn, Bill McMahon, Ed Mohrmann, Jill Murphy, John Paquet, Mark Pepple, R. Perez, Declan Petrosky, John Prindable, Carole Jean Reuter, Daisy Riley, Mary Ellen Skilling, Rose Ann Utz, Toni Walhig, the Wethington Family, Bonnie Lee Wimmer and Mary Wittenberg.
Nancy Allen, L.D.B., Isabella Bertram, Pat Boehm, The Butcher Family, Jacqueline Byrne, Sloane Chalmers, Jean Clark, Christine Cool, Frank Di Vitto, Imogene Dwyer, Fr. Bob Gettinger, James Goggins, Monica Golden, Carole Goldfarb, Betty Goldkamp, Nancy Herron, Jean Hinman, Kit Homer, Judy Huske, Debbie Kemp, Joan Kiburz, Geri Lux, Dana Mareshie, Joan Marentette, Andrew McCartney, Joe McGlynn, Bill McMahon, Ed Mohrmann, Jill Murphy, John Paquet, Mark Pepple, R. Perez, Declan Petrosky, John Prindable, Carole Jean Reuter, Daisy Riley, Mary Ellen Skilling, Rose Ann Utz, Toni Walhig, the Wethington Family, Bonnie Lee Wimmer and Mary Wittenberg.
Mass TimesDaily Mass M-Fri 7:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m. during school year Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. , 11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. No 5:00 p.m. Mass on May 29th. No Eucharistic Adoration on Monday, May 20th. 9:00 a.m. Mass will also be live-streamed Resources/Quick LinksTraveling? |
Learn at LourdesOur Lady of Lourdes School is a Catholic elementary school whose mission is to provide spiritual formation and academic instruction to children in kindergarten through eighth grade.
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Join the ParishWould you like to become a member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish community or need to make changes to your family information ?
If so, complete the parish information online or print and complete the Census form and return it to the Parish Rectory (mail, email or drop it in the offertory basket at Mass). You may also fax your completed form to 314-726-1602. Please call the rectory for assistance or to discuss registration at 314-726-6200 or email Julie King, parish secretary, at julie.king@ucitylourdes.org. Get InvolvedWhether you'd like to learn more, pray more, or serve more, we have an organization for you.
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News and Events
OLOL Parish Carnival, Friday May 27th
Save the Date · Rides from Premier Works Carnival · A Zoo for You-Petting Zoo · OLOL Game Booths in Gym · Tasty Dinner options from the grill · Snack Concessions · Beer generously donated by Anheuser-Busch · Wine Options from Total Wine · Tented VIP reserved tables · Entertainment on the Lawn by Brandon Salter · Dance the night away with Joe Fingerhut · Thank you to our generous donor Anheuser-Busch and for all the hard working volunteers that make this carnival possible. THANK YOU! 
Eagle's Wings.
What is it? Meals, rides, prayers and other support for parishioners in need - whether it be due to illness, surgery, childbirth or some other difficulty Who can be a part of it? Any and all OLOL parishioners How does it work? If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please contact Amy Glarner (agg7492@hotmail.com or #314-378-0499). She will help determine how to best offer support. The goal? Simply to provide a 'lift' to parishioners who need it. Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 If you are in the fortunate position of not currently requiring any assistance personally from Eagle’s Wings, we would appreciate adding your name to our list of “outreach members.” Outreach members will be the people keeping an eye out for those in need of support and also will be the group that is contacted once a need has been identified. We will call upon this group in hopes of finding individuals to provide rides, prayers, cards, meals or whatever else might be needed. Please contact Amy Glarner (info above) if you are able to help. Thank you for considering. 
OLOL-St. Augustine Summer Picnic
Volunteers are needed for Saturday, July 16 at Noon, to host a picnic lunch on the parking lot at St. Augustine’s Church on Hamilton. If you can help: · Set up tables and chairs and decorate · Provide hotdogs, chips, cupcakes or soda · Grill and serve food · Organize face painting and games Contact Mary Ann Schwartz at 314-330-4493 |
Data entry volunteer needed at Wellston Center
Wellston Center needs help entering food pantry client info into a new system in early June. This project will need to be done onsite and should be completed within a few weeks. There are approximately 1,200 records that will need to be entered. Ideal for a student looking for service hours this summer or an adult with time to share. Contact Haley Calabro at 314.382.7158. St. Joseph Clayton Parish School of Religion
Registration for 2022-2023 has begun! Classes are Sundays from 9:30-10:45am Late August through Mid-May 4 years old-8th Grade 3 Options available: In-Person, Home Study, and Hybrid Contact Emily Kopff at ekopff@stjosephclayton.org with questions or for more information. Register online at the site below: https://forms.gle/77QqES78btUkAyAa7 
St. Patrick Center Casseroles
In Memory of Frank Grelle Debbie and Frank Grelle began coordinating Lourdes Chili Mac Casseroles for St. Patrick’s Center in 1984. Now, 38 years later, Debbie continues the mission, and our casseroles are the piece de resistance in the Center’s soup kitchen on the second Saturday of each month. If you are interested in preparing two pans of chili mac once a month, contact Debbie at 314-941-5403. We supply the recipe: you buy the disposable pans and the ingredients and deliver them to the Grelle home on Westmoreland. Together let’s continue this Lourdes tradition in honor of Frank! Thank you to all the volunteers who assisted with Spring Day of Service!!! The elderly are so appreciative of all the dedicated work and wonderful improvements to their homes and yards. Thank you to the terrific, joyful community of Our Lady of Lourdes and Fontbonne students for all their efforts.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
The Next Chapter is a program grounded in Ignatian Spirituality that has been offered in the St. Louis community for the past five years. It is a six-month guided journey in a group setting for people who are approaching retirement or who are recently retired. The ultimate goal of the program is to assist one to discern how he or she wants to live the next chapter of life. For more information, go to www.nextchapterprogram.org. The next session of the program begins in October of 2022. The first step for participating in the program is to attend an information session. They will be held on April 27, May 31, and June 15 at Mercy Retreat Center, 2039 Geyer Road. The sessions start at 6:30 p.m. To RSVP for an information session, please email Tom Auffenberg at thomas.auffenberg@slu.edu and indicate which session you desire to attend. |
STAY CONNECTED IN COMMUNITY AND PRAYER
Sites for prayer and mass:
Masses:
Sites for prayer and mass:
Masses:
- http://www.catholictv.org/masses/catholictv-mass Mon. - Sat. | 9:30 am Daily Mass Mon. - Fri. | 7 & 11:30 pm
- https://mass-online.org/daily-holy-mass-live-online/
- https://www.dailyscripture.net/daily-meditation/
Prayers for health: https://thefriar.org/daily-prayer-for-health-and-safety-during-the-coronavirus/daily-prayers-and-whos-praying/, and people can sign up to join the prayer effort at https://thefriar.org/daily-prayer-for-health-and-safety-during-the-coronavirus/.
Ongoing Events
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Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Victims of sexual abuse, in addition to contacting civil authorities, are asked to come forward in order to receive pastoral assistance. Reports of abuse may be made to any pastor or to: Sandra Price, Director Office of Child & Youth Protection 314.792.7271 sandraprice@archstl.org Missouri Department of Social Services, Children's Division Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline: 1.800.392.3738. Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline: 1.800.392.0210 |
Prevent and Protect
New and Existing Volunteers at Our Lady of Lourdes: There are lots of ways to volunteer at Our Lady of Lourdes and if your volunteer work involves working with children, (sports, school activities, scouts, children's liturgy) or working with adults in need (home bound, St. Vincent de Paul, etc.) we DO need your help! The Archdiocese of St. Louis has developed a new system for safe environment compliance called Prevent and Protect STL. Everyone ministering to minors and vulnerable adults (clergy, employees and volunteers) in the Archdiocese are required and asked to register in the new system. This includes those new to service and those who are currently in service. If you are new to volunteer, there are workshops via Zoom on the Prevent and Protect website. Please use the pass code stlprotect when registering. Be sure to complete all information/courses in order to be compliant. For additional information, please contact Our Lady of Lourdes Child Safety Coordinator, Deb McCarthy at 726-6200. You may also access more information at the St. Louis Archdiocese Website: http://www.archstl.org/
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