STEWARDSHIP, A PATH TO HOLINESS 2023 STEWARDSHIP RENEWAL
VISION We gather as the Body of Christ: to grow in our faith, to serve, to share.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PASTORAL ADMINISTRATOR
We the faith community of All Saints, united in God’s family through our Catholic tradition, gather to bear witness to the teachings of Jesus Christ and share His eternal mission. We come together for communal worship, education in faith, spiritual growth and fellowship. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we reach out as Christ’s hands to spread God’s love, healing and forgiveness. We are committed to our tradition of hospitality, diversity and tolerance. We invite all to use their time, talent and treasure to make present the kingdom of God.
We are called to be saints—holy people who live their lives in and through Christ. Holiness is attainable for each one of us. Here at All Saints, we have chosen stewardship as our path to achieve this holy way of life. During this season of Renewal, let us take time to reflect on the many gifts and talents God has given us and prayerfully discern how God wants us to use them for His glory and our growth. Remain Ever Blessed, Fr. Jovita Okoli
Pastoral Administrator MISSION STATEMENT
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Jesus wants us to be happy and He wants us to be holy. In fact, holiness is required of every baptized Christian. The good news is that holiness is within our reach and a holy life is a happy life — the deep and lasting kind of “happy” that only our Lord can give. So, what is this holiness we are called to attain? It is nothing less than the call to sainthood, living our whole lives in and through Christ, and reflecting His love and goodness everywhere we go. In his Apostolic Letter, On the Call for Holiness in our Modern World, Pope Francis encourages us by speaking of the “saints next door.” When we think of holiness we need not think only of those already-canonized saints. Rather, he says, “I like to contemplate the holiness present in the patience of God’s people: In their daily perseverance, I see the holiness of the Church militant. A holiness found in our next-door neighbors, the middle class of holiness.”
“Do not be afraid to set your sights higher, to allow yourself to be loved and liberated by God. Do not be afraid to let yourself be guided by the Holy Spirit. Holiness does not make you less human, since it is an encounter between your weakness and the power of God’s grace.” — Pope Francis
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STEWARDSHIP, A PATH TO HOLINESS
At All Saints, Stewardship is the path to this holiness our Lord asks of us. And our Annual Renewal is a grace-filled time to set ourselves once again on this path that will make us saints. Through a stewardship way of life, we allow Christ to permeate every aspect of our being. We invite the Holy Spirit to direct us in the use of all that the Father has given us — our Time, our Talent, and our Treasure.
“Be holy because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16).
A stewardship way of life is a holy way of life and it leads us to the happiness we were made for.
After time spent with God, my next priority of time should be for my family and friends, whom I am called to love and serve most intimately.
• Take a moment to pray in your car on the way to or from work, offering your cares and your gratitude to the Lord.
“Holiness consists in a habitual openness to the transcendent, expressed in prayer and adoration. The saints are distinguished by a spirit of prayer and a need for communion with God.” — Pope Francis
to ask God what He wants to teach you in the day ahead.
Prayer and the sacraments are food for the journey to holiness. We simply can’t be saints without them! Through them we obtain the grace and daily direction we need from our Lord for holy living. By committing Time for prayer and sacraments, we pause and give back to God a portion of this most precious gift of Time — especially now in our fast-paced world. Yet it is we who are truly blessed by the giving of this gift.
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Try reflecting each morning on the daily readings of the Catholic Church (found at usccb.org/bible/readings)
As a family, give each member a chance to say a “please,” “thank you” and “I’m sorry” prayer to God at the end of the day. End with an Our Father and Hail Mary
In addition to Sunday Mass, make Sunday dinner a priority as a time to reconnect with loved ones before the start of a busy week.
SACREDTIME:MOMENTS
— Pope Francis
During this moment of Renewal, think about the talents the Lord has given you and your family. In gratitude, ask Him how you can use those talents to become the “saints next door,” loving others as He has first loved you.
SACREDTALENT:SERVICE
Spend some time prayerfully reading the ministry catalog to consider an area of service that will truly stretch you or an area where you can provide a real strength.
“If we seek the holiness pleasing to God’s eyes, [there is] one clear criterion on which we will be judged: ‘I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me.’”
If you are not active in a prayer or faith formation group, join one to learn how to better love and follow our Lord and His teachings.
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If you are already involved in one ministry, pray about an additional way you might serve. For instance, if you are involved in assisting with the Liturgy, volunteer in an outreach to the community.
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“Do not be afraid of holiness. It will take away none of your energy, vitality or joy. On the contrary, you will become what the Father had in mind when He created you, and you will be faithful to your deepest self.”— Pope Francis
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Just as Time and Talents are gifts from God, so too, are material things, or Treasure. And just as our Time and Talents are meant to be used for our growth in holiness, the way we spend our treasure can also lead us to holiness. Does this mean we serve a “greedy” God, who wants to give, and then take back what He gives? Of course not! Anything He asks us to do is meant to make us happy in Him. Returning a portion of our treasure to the Lord teaches us to depend on Him and brings a peace and contentment the world cannot give. Will you take a leap of faith to try it and see for yourself?
SACREDTREASURE:SPENDING
• Take a look at your current budget and spending habits and assess what expenses are preventing you from giving more selflessly. As a means to grow in holiness, commit to giving a percentage of your income to God through the parish offertory and be faithful to this commitment, even when you attend mass elsewhere.
WORSHIP Altar Servers
Donna Raker — draker@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0369
Mary Davis — mdavis@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0301
Donna Raker — draker@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0369
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Eucharistic Adoration
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Sacristy Care Prepare and maintain the items necessary for the prayerful celebration of liturgies. Some tasks are completed at home, others in the church. Assisting in the setup of funeral services.
Active parishioners in the practice of the faith are trained to proclaim the Sacred Scriptures at Mass. Formation includes the theology and practice of effective proclamation. Lectors commit to serving at all scheduled Mass times.
Janet Storey — storeyjan@gmail.com
Jim Desmet — jds042@gmail.com
Parishioners who have celebrated Confirmation, actively practice their faith, and are at least 16 years old are eligible for this ministry. They commit to training in the theology of the Eucharist and the practical aspects of assisting the priests and deacons in preparing the sacred vessels, distributing Holy Communion, and the cleansing of vessels after Mass. There is also training in bringing Communion to the sick and homebound.
Potential servers go through a formation program, and learn to assist at Mass. Boys and girls who have celebrated First Eucharist, regularly attend Mass, and are at least 11 years old are eligible for this ministry.
Parishioners devote one or more hours per week to Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament exposed in the Chapel.
Lectors
Jordan Peek — music@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0351
Anna Federicka Poppova — Afpoppova@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0351
All Saints Handbell Choir
St. Gregory Choir
We provide musical leadership at the Sunday 11 a.m. Mass, Easter Triduum, Christmas Eve Vigil, Christmas Day, All Souls Day, All Saints Day, and other celebrations. The repertoire includes music from the 13th to the 21st centuries, both traditional and contemporary.
This ensemble provides beautiful music at Mass several times each season, especially at Christmas and Easter. Basic music reading and rhythm familiarity is required. No prior handbell experience is necessary. Anna Federicka Poppova — Afpoppova@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0351
The All Saints Children’s Choir is open to those in Pre-K through fifth grade. The choir sings at Christmas, Easter, and Mother’s Day Masses, as well as other times throughout the year. We learn Solfège, basic music reading and ear training, and music games that help form a wellrounded little singer!
MUSIC All Saints Children’s Choir
Welcoming Team (Ushers and Greeters) These parishioners are ministers of hospitality and good order at our liturgical celebrations. They welcome people to our Church home as well as take up the offering at Mass.
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Cecilia Wiegert — cwiegert@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0301
St. Raphael Choir St. Raphael Choir serves All Saints Catholic Community through musical leadership at the Sunday 9 a.m. Mass. We are an intergenerational ensemble of vocalists and instrumentalists, whose mission is to enable and support the sung prayer of the assembly.
Caroline Hartman chartman@allsaintsdallas.org—
FAITH FORMATION & EVANGELIZATION
Marty Koss — fmkoss@verizon.net
An Intergenerational, family-based faith formation program involving a gathering in the name of Christ; caring, Celebrating, learning, praying, and serving. Families meet together or individually throughout the month. Families with children preparing to receive the sacraments are required to attend Family Formation in addition to their Sacrament Preparation Sessions. Formation@allsaintsdallas.org
We are an ensemble of vocalists and instrumentalists, specializing in contemporary Christian music, who lead the musical worship at the Sunday 5 p.m. Mass.
Sister Mary Paul Haase — mhaase@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0326
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Family Formation
Sunday 5 p.m. Mass Band
Adult Bible Study Learn to read, study and pray with Scripture, to be more enriched by the Liturgy of the Word at Mass, and to apply the Word of God to your daily life. Various Bible studies are held at separate times of day and days of the week.
Junior High School Youth
This ministry allows students in ninth through 12th grades to develop a relationship with Jesus Christ and His Holy Catholic Church through dynamic programming with other teens. Various ministry offerings throughout the year include retreats, service projects, and other opportunities for formation. Our weekly offerings include High School Bible Study and Illuminate Night on Sundays, in which we dive into topics of the faith using a combination of fellowship, praise and worship, games, guest speakers, engaging witness talks and small-group discussions. We are always looking for adult volunteers to support the teen activities and model the faith to young people.
The Parish Resource Library houses an extensive collection of books, periodicals, audio and video recordings, and equipment for the use of parishioners. The Parish Adult Christian Enrichment (PACE) monthly book table is available for purchasing books and religious articles. Library programs include 10
High School Youth Ministry
Parish Resource Library
Kevin Cabrera — kcabrera@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0332
Summer Brown — sbrown@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0332
Our program provides youth in sixth through eighth grades with opportunities to deepen their faith lives and grow as disciples of Christ through different events throughout the year, such as Bible Studies, IMPACT Youth Nights, summer activities, service projects, and preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Adult volunteers serve as positive Catholic role models for these programs.
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults — RCIA — is designed for persons who seek to enter the way of faith and conversion. It includes the catechetical formation and ritual steps to prepare for the celebration of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist at Easter. Family and friends are welcome to come to any of our sessions. The process for adults is open year-round for anyone to begin at any time. A similar process, RCIA adapted for children, is available for children 7 years and older, who are not yet baptized. Sister Mary Paul Haase — mhaase@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0326
Sacrament Preparation (Ages 6-10)
Once a child reaches the age of 6, they are eligible to begin a two-year preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist. All families seeking First Communion for their children must be enrolled in and regularly attend Family Formation. For families who have older children (fourth grade and older) who are seeking the Sacraments of Reconciliation and/or First Eucharist, one full year of faith formation (here or at another parish) is required prior to sacramental preparation. Formation@allsaintsdallas.org
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (Interested in becoming Catholic?)
11 special exhibits and speakers throughout the year. Visit our online catalog at follettdestiny.comallsaintslibrary..
María Isabel García — library@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0327
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Vacation Bible School
That Man Is You!
This is a fun and faith-filled annual summer program for children run by a leadership team of Adult and Teen Volunteers. Formation@allsaintsdallas.org
This program transforms men, families and society as it presents the vision of man fully alive. It combines the teachings of the Church and wisdom of the saints with the best research from modern science in an interactive multimedia format. Bill Bulmer — wshovel@sbcglobal.net
Young Adult Ministry Our ministry is to shed light on the place and purpose of young adults in the Catholic Church through the many seasons of life they experience. We provide multiple opportunities for community and prayer such as men’s/women’s Bible studies, Holy Hour, and largegroup Formation and Fellowship events. For more information, visit us on facebook.com/ASCCYAM or instagram.com/asccyam
Kevin Cabrera — kcabrera@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0332
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Devotions to Mary Members of this ministry include the Legion of Mary, Our Lady of Schoenstatt, and other Marian devotions. These are spiritual communities that meet to grow in their love for the Lord through the intercession of Our Mother, Mary.
Thecla Tybor — theclat@htccd.org Medical Ministry
Judy Vidas — jmvidas@yahoo.com
Alicia Montojo — wmontojo@msn.com
Tracy Voegtle — careerministry@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0322
Evelyn Thompson jeanne323@sbcglobal.net—
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PASTORAL CARE A Better Way A Better Way is a mental health support group for adults 18 and older who are seeking friendship and belonging through a healthy lifestyle. We welcome those with an SMI, or serious mental illness such as depression, anxiety, schizoaffective and bipolar disorder. We meet monthly and, if necessary, it may be virtually.
All Saints Career Ministry (ASCM)
Our objective is to provide medical assistance to parishioners who become ill or injured during the weekend Masses. Parishioners with medical experience, both current and retired, provide skilled emergency care to our church community, and assist the Dallas Fire Department, if they are dispatched to the church, with transitioning the patient (parishioner) to EMS care. The goal is to have coverage of two medical professionals at each Mass to assist the ushers.
All Saints Career Ministry helps those transitioning in their career, experiencing employment challenges, and/or looking to develop professionally by offering practical help and invaluable hope. We seek to educate, equip and encourage individuals in our community through 1-1 coaching, jobseeker assistance, connections and events. Open to all to seek our assistance at no cost, and volunteers from all professional backgrounds to assist as mentors/coaches.
Caring Card Ministry members write personal notes to parishioners expressing sympathy and prayers for the loss of a loved one, or prayers from our parish family for healing, wisdom and understanding.
The group is made up of those with disabilities, caregivers, and volunteers. Members work to ensure that parishioners with special needs, disabilities and their caregivers can participate in all aspects of parish life, according to their individual abilities and wishes. Organized by committees that help with accommodations, awareness and support, the ministry also has social activities, participates in service projects such as Fall Festival, and in activities on the diocesan level, such as retreats, special Masses, and medical equipment loans.
Jack Falloure — prolifeisright@gmail.com
Ministry for Persons with Disabilities, Special Needs and Caregivers
LEADER NEEDED
This ministry promotes prayer, education, supportive services, action, and public witness for the sacredness of human life, especially for unborn children. Many volunteers are needed for a variety of programs and activities.
Respect for Life
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Ann Murphy — anncmurphy@aol.com
All Saints Community Outreach works with social justice/service agencies beyond the borders of the parish to help with those in family services centers, homeless shelters, schools, and more. This ministry runs reverse collections, the Backto-School supplies collection, the “Caring Tree,” and provides and serves dinner at the Austin Street Shelter once a month. Parishioners are invited to share their many gifts to help continue this work.
Outreach
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Sponsors for Engaged Couples Sponsor couples assist engaged couples in preparing for their upcoming marriage. Sponsor couples are trained by the Diocese of Dallas to review the FOCCUS survey and follow a designated program. They usually meet four times prior to the marriage date, in the home of the sponsor couple, with sessions lasting about two
Deacon Michael Bolesta stephenministry@allsaintsdallas.org—
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Mike and Kathy Havel — kathy@havel6.com Stephen Ministry Stephen Ministry is a one-on-one, Christian caring ministry by trained laypersons from our parish. Stephen Ministers walk alongside persons who are going through a difficult time in their lives, bringing God’s healing love and hope to them.
Vision Food Share
Volunteer members help provide emergency assistance to parishioners and other neighbors in need within the parish boundaries with the love and compassion of Christ. Needs are assessed through confidential home visits done by pairs of volunteers. Funding is provided through generous contributions from All Saints parishioners through the red envelopes in the monthly packets and other special collections.
This network of churches uses donations of food and funds to provide packages of fresh food to the needy. Volunteers distribute food on the fourth Saturday of each month, 8-10 a.m. in the Kamel Life Center Fellowship Hall.
Marie Abel — marsahm@aol.com Robin Moloney — rmoloney@sbcglobal.net
David Adamson david.adamson@nm.com—
hours. The sponsor couple must be married five years or more and one sponsor must be a practicing Catholic.
The Mary Widows for Christ Women who have lost their spouses find the support of other widows through this ministry. This group meets monthly after Mass for prayer, breakfast and fellowship. Mary Marchand — mmarchand@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0308
Paul Kamanda paulkamanda82@yahoo.com—
PARISH LIFE All Saints African Community
todos los viernes y una vez al mes tendremos confesiones y Misa en Español. Marta Corzo — martacorzo3@gmail.com
All Saints Hispanic Community
All Saints Men’s Club (ASMC) is open to any male over the age of 18 who would like to be involved in the life of the parish. The ASMC provides men with opportunities for spiritual, social, and service fulfillment through monthly meetings, parish events, and community engagement.
Matt Raney mensclub@allsaintsdallas.org—
All Saints Marriage Enrichment
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We invite you to join us in a Ministry of Espiritual Formación full of prayer, knowledge of the Scriptures, praise and fellowship every Friday, and monthly confessions and Mass in Spanish. Te invitamos a unirte a nosotros en un Ministerio de Formación Espiritual lleno de oración, conocimiento de las Escrituras, alabanzas y compañerismo
Christi and David Mora christi.m.mora@gmail.com—
The purpose of this ministry is to grow our faith within Christ, share His everlasting love, and evangelize our community through our Catholic faith. We are committed to increase All Saints African involvement within the church and significantly increase its presence by partaking in other ministries and church events.
This parish-based program is for all married couples to come together to strengthen their marriage through Christ. ASME offers date night fun, fellowship, and marriageenhancing activities for couples.
All Saints Men’s Club
Gina Rauker Fallfestival@allsaintsdallas.org—
All Saints Moms Group
Empty Nesters
Natalie Bedford and Laura Concienne — allsaintsmoms@gmail.com
All Saints Women’s Organization (ASWO)
Robert and Barbara Philippon — barbkphil@aol.com Fall Festival
The committee meets regularly during the year to plan, prepare, as well as execute the Fall Festival. The festival is a major fellowship two-day event with great food, beverages, live entertainment, Bingo, silent auction, and carnival games with prizes for children of all ages.
This is a supportive group for moms to gather in friendship and faith, to encourage a sense of community by enabling both spiritual and social connections. Expectant mothers and those with young children are especially encouraged, but we also need the advice of you experienced moms! We offer monthly meetings, Bible study, playdates, community service projects, and social outings.
These are groups of married couples for those whose children have grown and left home.
Ann Hanson — aetth@sbcglobal.net
All women of the parish are automatically members of ASWO. Members participate in various activities of faith and fellowship, as well as service projects to benefit our parish such as “Help Your Neighbor Sunday,” funeral receptions and the primary fundraiser, the Hearts and Hands Bazaar, and more. Smaller groups of women with similar interests and circles are also available within the organization.
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The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic men’s fraternal benefits organization.
Knights of ColumbianColumbusSquires
As seniors, we gather in fellowship and gratitude for God’s gifts and graces, sharing a meal, and entertainment to renew our spirit and relationships; rejuvenate our Catholic faith; and refresh our health. Our hope is to provide each of our members the opportunity to join with one another, share stories, and convey the essence of who God is and what it means to know Him.
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Pat Haney| Knights of Columbus — Stanpat@pathaney.techSchwieterman | Squires Carolstanschwieterman@yahoo.com—Faulkner|LadiesAuxiliary — cfaulkner3443@gmail.com
Lumen Christi Council #13520 was established at All Saints in May of 2004. The order is built on four principles — Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. Membership in the Order is open to any practicing Catholic man over the age of 18.
The Ladies Auxiliary of Lumen Christi nurtures women’s faith journeys, while providing an avenue for social contact among members as they assist the Knights with Council activities. Membership is open to all women who have a family relationship — past or present — with members in good standing of the Knights of Columbus.
Knights of Columbus
Cynthia Farnham — hfarnham@msn.com
The Columbian Squires is the official youth organization of the Knights of Columbus. Fr. Paul Gray Circle 5717 of All Saints is open to all baptized Catholic boys from ages 10-17.
Ladies Auxiliary of Lumen Christi
Golden Saints
This committee is responsible for reviewing and advising the Pastoral Administrator on proposed changes and construction activities to the parish buildings and grounds.
Stewardship Committee
This committee provides the vision, leadership and organization necessary to foster stewardship as a way of life for the All Saints Catholic Community. The committee manages the annual Stewardship Renewal that invites each member of the parish to share their personal gifts of time, talent and treasure with God and with the All Saints Community.
Building Advisory Council
Finance Advisory Council
Gina Rauker — grauker@allsaintsdallas.org972-778-0343
Chris Karpathy — bac@allsaintsdallas.org
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The Finance Council is appointed by the pastor and acts as his advisor to review the financial well-being of the parish, budget annually for the school and parish, and provide direction for the parish’s finances.
COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES
Alan Gump — fac@allsaintsdallas.org
Pastoral Advisory Council
The Pastoral Advisory Council is an appointed body to promote the spiritual growth of the parish community and plan ways for the parish life to carry out the mission of the church. It represents the interests and pastoral needs of the entire All Saints Catholic Community.
Kevin Bedford — pac@allsaintsdallas.org
For those who are unbaptized or baptized in another faith community, the Catholic Church has devised a process of education, spiritual preparation and formation. This is known as RCIA, which stands for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Its goal is to give people a working knowledge of the Catholic Church and an adequate preparation to fully participate in the life of the parish community. The class typically meets once a week from late August until Easter. After this period of preparation, those who are not baptized are baptized, and all are confirmed and admitted to Full Communion with the Church.
HOW TO JOIN OUR PARISH
Welcome home! One of the interesting things about Catholics is that even if they have not been to Mass in decades, many still regard themselves as Catholic and describe themselves as having a Catholic outlook on life. Technically, the process of becoming active in the practice of the Faith is quite simple. Barring any extenuating circumstances, becoming active in our parish again simply involves making a confession and getting involved. God reconciles us to Himself and the Church. Confessing that one has chosen to be disobedient to the teachings and law of the Church is certainly an appropriate part of one’s confession. If the absence from Mass has been for some other reason, one that affects your status in the Church, then much more might be required. If, for example, there is a failed marriage and subsequent second marriage, then a case might need to be presented to the Bishops’ Tribunal. We have experts who are ready to help you with this process.
I AM AN ACTIVE CATHOLIC
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I AM NOT CATHOLIC (YET)
By simply filling out the registration form, you will become a member of our parish. Forms may be found online at www.allsaintsdallas.org, at the Welcome Center in the narthex, or the Parish Office. Being a member of our parish means first that you will attend Mass every Sunday, become involved in our faith community, and that you will support the parish financially.
I AM RETURNING TO THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Communications & Webmaster Andrew Darling, 972-778-0305 adarling@allsaintsdallas.org
Executive Assistant to the Pastoral Administrator Barbara Hammond, 972-778-0325 bhammond@allsaintsdallas.org
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Database & Ministry Scheduling Chris Diaz, 972-778-0333 cdiaz@allsaintsdallas.org Development Gina Rauker, 972-778-0343 grauker@allsaintsdallas.org
Pastoral Administration Office Cecelia Wiegert, 972-661-9282 cwieger@allsaintsdallas.org RCIA Sr. Mary Paul Haase, 972-778-0326 mhaase@allsaintsdallas.org Safe Environment Greg Draxler, 972-778-0310 gdraxler@allsaintsdallas.org
Caroline Hartman, 972-778-0368 chartman@allsaintsdallas.org
Deacons Rev. Mr. Denis Simon Rev. Dr. Michael Bolesta Rev. Mr. Bob Rayner Rev. Dr. Mark Venincasa
5 p.m. Mass Band
Evangelization and Formation Director Paul Bianchi, 972-778-0368 pbianchi@allsaintsdallas.org
Priests Fr. Jovita Okoli, Pastoral Administrator Fr. Paul Nguyen, Parochial Vicar Fr. Garrett Bockman, Parochial Vicar
Junior High School Youth Ministry & Faith Formation Summer Brown, 972-778-0332 sbrown@alsaintsdallas.org Kamel Life Center Sheila Dolmas, 972-778-0344 sdolmas@allsaintsdallas.org
PARISH CLERGY AND SELECT STAFF
Funeral and Sacristan Donna Raker, 972-778-0369 draker@allsaintsdallas.org
High School Youth Ministry & Young Adult Evangelization Kevin Cabrera, 972-778-0332 kcabrera@allsaintsdallas.org
PARISH AccountsSTAFFPayable / Contributions Mary Marchand, 972-778-0308 mmarchand@allsaintsdallas.org Business Manager Philip Muscat, 972-778-0304 pmuscat@allsaintsdallas.org Career Ministry Tracy Voegtle, 972-778-0322 careerministry@allsaintsdallas.org
Library Maria Isabel Garcia, 972-778-0327 library@allsaintsdallas.org Music Director and Organist Jordan Peek, 972-778-0351 music@allsaintsdallas.org Music Assistant Director Anna Fredericka Poppova, 972-778-0351 afpoppova@allsaintsdallas.org Nursery Lydia Pappas, 972-778-0350 lberger@allsaintsdallas.org
All Saints Catholic Church offers our congratulations on your engagement, and we pray that God will bless and guide you in your preparation for marriage. Contact Barbara Hammond (972-778-0325 or bhammond@allsaintsdallas.org) at least six months prior to the date of the wedding.
INFANT BAPTISM
SACRAMENTS AND PRAYERS FOR THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND
What a joy it is for us at All Saints to welcome a new member to God’s family! To make arrangements for a Baptism, please contact the Parish office (972-778-0301 or cwiegert@allsaintsdallas.org) approximately three months prior to the desired date of your child’s Baptism. (All Saints offers Baptism classes for parents and godparents. Please call ahead to register.)
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday: 5 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 5 p.m. Daily Mass Schedule
Eucharistic Adoration
MATRIMONY
Chapel: Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 9 a.m., 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Third Fridays: 7 a.m. - 9 a.m., 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Reconciliation Chapel Reconciliation Room Thursday: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Saturday: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. First Fridays: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. (Spanish)
SACRAMENTS AND LITURGY
The Formation Department offers Faith Formation, Sacramental Preparation, and Spiritual Growth to people of all ages. For more information, please contact Paul Bianchi (972-778-0368 or formation@allsaintsdallas.org).
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Any parishioner who wishes to receive the sacraments or to be included on the All Saints Prayer List in the bulletin during illness at home or in the hospital should, either personally or through a family member, contact the Pastoral Administrative Assistant in the church office (972-661-9282). If you know that you will be hospitalized, please call in advance so that you can receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick before you are admitted.
Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m., 9 a.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. First Fridays: 7:30 p.m. (Spanish)
President of the School Advisory Council Andrea Raney sac@allsaintsk8.org
All Saints Catholic School is a fundamental ministry of our Catholic parish. All parishioners with children are encouraged to come visit the school campus and see if our school is the right choice for your family.
With classes beginning in PreK3 and continuing through 8th grade we offer an exceptional, Catholic education with small class sizes, individual attention, and robust extracurricular opportunities. Tuition assistance is available and active parishioners are eligible for priority in both admissions and tuition.
President of the Home and School Association Beth Buitron allsaintscatholicschool.hsa@gmail.com OUR SCHOOL CONTACTS
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President Colin Campbell, 214-217-3311 ccampbell@allsaintsk8.org School Principal Shana Druffner, 214-217-3300 sdruffner@allsaintsk8.org
ALL CATHOLICSAINTSSCHOOL
Prayer is the beginning of stewardship. Only whenwe spend time with God in prayer are we spirituallyprepared to offer ourselves in service to others.
ONLINE GIVING — Set up a recurring weekly ormonthly transaction using your checking, savings, orcredit card account. Enroll in Online Giving by visitingthe All Saints website: www.allsaintsdallas.org/give.
AUTOMATIC DRAFT — would like to have myMONTHLY GIFT automatically drafted from my bankaccount. For new contributions via ACH, I have includeda voided check with this commitment card to providethe necessary routing information. I understand thatthe automatic draft will continue on a monthly basis.This authority is to remain in full force and effect untilAll Saints has received written notification from me(or either one of us) of its termination in such timeand manner as to afford All Saints and my financialinstitution a reasonable opportunity to act on it. Nocredit cards, please. (Note: monthly pledges only) Mass every Sunday and Holy DayCreate a personal plan for regular prayerSpend time each week in Adoration of the BlessedSacrament Spend 15 minutes a day in personal prayera friend or acquaintance to Masstogether with my family the Catholic Faith with my children for a
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In today’s culture, it is easy to say one thing and do another. By filling out a Commitment Card, you are committing to a certain course of action. When God calls us, He doesn’t want us to say yes and then never do it. He desires that we be faithful to Him, faithful to His commands and faithful to our word. When we fill out a Commitment Card, we are saying, “God, I choose to commit myself to You and to a life lived for You. With Your grace, may I do as You desire.”
The Commitment Card helps each of us to become better stewards, and when that happens, we become a faith-filled people, ready to live our lives in gratitude for all He has given us! TO COMPLETE YOUR COMMITMENT CARD: Complete it at home and bring it to Mass on Weekend, October 8/9 Complete it at home and mail it back to the parish. Complete one at Mass on Commitment Weekend.
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TIMESpending Time with God in Prayer they gave according to their means, as I can testify,and beyond their means, of their own free will... butfirst they gave themselves to the Lord” (2nd Cor. 8:3-5).We invite each All Saints household to give.
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TREASUREMaking a Generous Contribution
Read the Bible for one hour a week Pray the Rosary at least once a week Go to Confession at least every other month Schedule time
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spiritual retreat Pray for my country daily Pray for an increase in vocations Pray for our priests Pray for persecuted Christians Pray for life from conception to natural death Pray for those serving in the military Pray for fallen-away Catholics Pray for the Church in the face of crisis Pleasecheckthecirclenexttoyourcommitmentstoprayer: Weekly gift x52 = annually Monthly gift x12 = annually $$ $$OR Pleasecompleteeitheraaweeklyormonthlyoffertorygift: MyPledgetoAllSaintsforCalendarYear2023(January 1 December 31, 2023) WAYS TO GIVE 2023 Commitment Card STEWARDSHIP,A PATH TO HOLINESS Street Address City State ZIP First & Last Name USER IDPhone (Home) (Mobile)Spouse:Email First & Last Name USER IDSpouse: Phone(Home) (Mobile)Spouse: Email Occupation Hobbies Spouse:Occupation Hobbies
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