June 2023

Curé of Ars Outstanding Teacher of the Year

In 1994 a family in the parish wanted to do something special for our teachers at Curé of Ars. They have long recognized the dedication, sacrifice, and continuing contributions made by all the teachers in our school.

With the goal to foster excellence in education at Curé of Ars school, the McGurren family established the McGurren Family Endowment. Their objective is to recognize, reward, and retain outstanding teachers at our school.


Each spring our teachers are given the opportunity to nominate a teacher they truly believe deserves this honor. A selection committee of several individuals including members of the McGurren family, Fr. Storey, and multiple Principals from other Catholic schools meet to review the applications and make the difficult decision.

We are excited to announce that the recipient of the Curé Outstanding Teacher of the Year for 2022-2023 goes to Mrs. Julie Haas! Mrs. Haas is one of our 3rd-grade teachers that has dedicated her years of service to Catholic education and is beloved by the entire school community of students and staff. 


Mrs. Haas has received a beautiful plaque recognizing her accomplishment as Teacher of the Year as well as a monetary reward from the McGurren Family Endowment. Congratulations, Mrs. Haas!

Development Update

by Jennifer Harris

 

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended Dr. Bill Creasy's captivating presentation on May 19 and 20. A special thank you goes out to the dedicated parishioners who organized and funded the trip to Kansas City, allowing both the Curé of Ars community and local Catholics to share in this enriching experience. Dr. Creasy provided valuable insights on how to be informed readers of scripture, focusing on four key principles: geography, history, literary context, and the voice of God. After the Friday session, attendees enjoyed wine and cheese in the Fr. Burak Room, and on Saturday, we reflected on the life of King David. It was wonderful to see over 200 people attend Friday night and different groups participate in each Saturday session. We appreciate everyone's support in making this event a success and fostering a deeper connection to scripture. Dr. Creasy's presentation can be viewed on our website at https://cureofars.com/dr-bill-creasy-event.

  

If you were unable to attend the event but would like to know more about Dr. Bill Creasy and his program: https://www.logosbiblestudy.com

Holy Smokes BBQ

Pass on the Faith!

The School of Religion is in need of Catechists and Aides for the upcoming School year, 2023-24. Please prayerfully consider sharing the Catholic faith and love for Jesus with our children. Training, materials, and support will be provided. We also need Substitutes and Special Project Volunteers which require less time commitment. 


Our parish School of Religion utilizes a flipped-classroom approach. Children attend classes twice monthly during the School year. For more information, check out our webpage at www.cureofars.com/religioused.  



If you are interested, contact Bernadette Myers at 913.521.9361 or bernadettemyers@cureofars.com.


*Must be VIRTUS compliant or willing to be VIRTUS trained before September 2023.

Curé of Ars Parking Lot

We kindly request your cooperation in adhering to the designated parking lot rules. Please park your vehicles within the designated parking spaces, ensuring that you do not obstruct walkways or impede other vehicles. Parking is not allowed in fire lanes or in the exit lanes on the north side of the property.


Additionally, we would like to emphasize the importance of being considerate towards our neighboring businesses. Please refrain from parking in the O'Neills or Ranchmart parking lots, as these spaces are designated for their customers.


Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by all. Thank you!

Honoring the Sacred Heart of Jesus

During the Month of June, we will display the Sacred Heart of Jesus statue and light a candle at all Masses in honor of the unmitigated love, compassion, and long-suffering of the heart of Christ towards humanity. We are strongly encouraged to consecrate ourselves and our world to the Sacred Heart because it is “a symbol and a sensible image of the infinite love of Jesus Christ which moves us to love one another” (Annum sacrum, 8).



Lord Jesus,

You gave your life for us.

Your Sacred Heart is ablaze with love.

Your hand extends towards me, and towards all, offering love, mercy, and healing.

Sacred Heart of Jesus may your love transform me.

Burn away my hesitation that I may become your love and radiate your mercy.

Amen.  

Young Adults Event

Openings at Curé of Ars

We are hiring! To stay up to date on our current openings, go to www.cureofars.com/careers for parish positions and www.cureofars.org/careers for Curé School positions.


Current Openings:


BSA Troop 395 Trash Bag Sales

Curé of Ars BSA Troop 395 will be selling trash bags throughout the year. Bags are $13 per roll. Sizes available: white: 15-gal (65/roll); yellow: 39-gal (25/roll); blue: 55-gal (16/roll). We also have paper yard waste bags at $5 per pack of 5 bags or 3 packs of 5 bags for $12. Please support this fundraiser to support this parish youth leadership program. In addition, you may contact Connie Martin at 913.548.5327 or martinc1961@aol.com to make multiple roll purchases. We accept cash, checks, and credit cards. Free delivery within Cure of Ars Church boundaries. Pick up can also be arranged.

Holy Hours and Novenas

Holy Hour - Saturday, June 3

  • 2:30 pm Exposition and Adoration; Silent Meditation
  • 3:00 pm Rosary; Benediction; Closing
  • Priests available to hear confessions from 2:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Anointing of the Sick from 3:30 – 3:45 pm

Holy Hour - Tuesday, June 6

  • 6:00 pm Novena, Exposition and Adoration; Silent Meditation
  • 6:30 pm Benediction; Closing



Novena and Rosary - Tuesdays at 6:00 pm

  • 5:30 pm Rosary
  • 6:00 pm Novena

9th Annual Pitching for Priests


Priests from Kansas City - St. Joseph 

VS. 

Priests from the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas


Friday, July 7th at 7:00 PM

Tailgating will begin at 4:00 pm


KC Monarchs Stadium (old T-bones Stadium)

1800 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66111


Tickets available online at catholicradio.com

St. Mary's Food Kitchen
Curé of Ars has served a meal every month to the hungry at St. Mary's Food Kitchen for over 30 years. This ministry is a great service to those in need and a great opportunity for Curé parishioners to come together as a community. Cure of Ars serves approximately 350+ people every third Monday of each month. We need your help.

Volunteers leave the church at 7:30 am on the third Monday of each month to serve lunch to the hungry in Kansas City, Kansas. Volunteers are also needed to provide food items such as taco meat, shredded cheese, baked goods, and fresh fruit.

How can you help? Please go online at https://cureofars.com/st-marys-food-kitchen to sign up to donate your food, water, time, and/or give a monetary donation.

For more information or questions contact Jacqueline Elbert at 816.520.3620 or smfoodkitchen@cureofars.com

Eucharistic Adoration Chapel

“Let the Children come to me…“ (Luke 18:16)


Each of us is a precious child, called to an intimate relationship with God through friendship and love. We are called as His children to open our hearts in trust, and to gaze upon the beauty of our Redeemer in awe. When we come to Adoration, we are handing God the keys to our hearts, allowing the rays of His love and grace to bathe our souls in the light of His Presence. Like Mary of Bethany, we are seating ourselves at the feet of Christ and letting His very essence pour down upon us. It is here that we find the better part. 


Have you considered spending an hour of your time at the feet of Jesus? Many hours are currently open in the Adoration Chapel. The schedule is now online at https://cureofars.com/adults-eucharistic-adoration. Or contact Lisa at 913.558.1187 or at lisawhi@gmail.com


Within the quiet of our hearts, we find God. Within the whisper of our souls, He speaks. 

Upcoming Events

June 24

Farewell Reception

for Fr. Mohan


Following 4 pm Mass



June 10-11

Food Drive


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