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05-07-00 ALL THINGS CONSIDERED CONGRATULATIONS to all of our younger sisters and brothers who received the gift of the Eucharist for the first time this weekend. Along with all the people who have been praying for you over these last several months, I want to wish you every blessing. We hope that you will continue to grow in the Gift you have received today! THE DIOCESAN SERVICES APPEAL We began this annual appeal last weekend and Mike Polcyn reminded us of all the good DSA accomplishes. Most of us have received a letter and brochure from the bishop which highlighted some of the services supported by our gifts and pledges. This year our parish goal is $64,818, so I hope you will be generous in your support. SPRING CLEAN UP This annual event will take place next Saturday, May 13. With enough help, most of the work is completed in 3-4 hours. The work will start at 9:00am. If you can help, please come! If you can bring your own garden tools that would be helpful too! A NEW RECTORY RESIDENT Since last spring, there has only been me and few spiders & assorted bugs living in the rectory. That changed a week ago. It started Good Friday evening. After the Liturgy I was asked if I would like a dog! The owner had developed a severe allergy to the dog so the pooch needed a new home. So, on Easter Thursday evening the spiders and I had a new companion. Rory is a 14 month old golden retriever pup with lots of energy. He is reasonably well behaved, but really likes people so he does get excited to meet new folks. I am sure you will eventually have the opportunity to meet him. In the meantime, I have discovered that my daily routines have changed a bit. I find myself walking the parish grounds more often. I have also found that carrying a plastic bag with me makes it easier to pick up some of the trash I find along the way! It's all great fun! Fr. Dave Howell Baptism During the month of April, we celebrated the sacrament of Baptism with Salvatore Joseph Curcuru, son of Joseph and Pamela Curcuru; Jacob Lawrence Henderlong, son of Shawn and Susan Henderlong; Nels Arthur Erickson, son of Steven and Kathleen Erickson; Rita Helen Erickson, daughter of Steven and Kathleen Erickson; and Nathanael James Heppler, son of Ronald and Lynnda Heppler. We congratulate their parents and godparents and offer them our prayers and support, as they accompany them on their journeys of faith. Celebrating Liturgy Sunday, May 7 Monday, May 8 Tuesday, May 9 Wednesday, May 10 Thursday, May 11 Friday, May 12 Saturday, May 13 Sunday, May 14 In Memorium In Memorium Please remember in your prayers Barb Buwa and family in the death of Lloyd Rupp, Barb's father and Sandy Biga and family in the death of Ralph Schaub, Sandy's nephew. Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Michelle, Betty Blaszak, Shirley Schaub, Susan Blakeley, Bob Iannuzzi, Eugene Geiger, Lauren, Mike, Barry Karas, Sylvia Walzeak, Catherine Henning, Yvette, Jason, Linda Nagle, Judy, Jerry Schmidt, Al, Genevieve Rupp, Lou Lawrence, Thomas Payne, Joan & John Becker, Danielle Snowgold, Evelyn, Bud Newberry, Bishop Povish, Winnie, Rosalie Fradette, John Sweeney, Roe, John Pepa, Margaret Resconich, Rose Kumler, Orville Pelfrey, Joanna Bloese, Maureen, Russ Gardner, Susan, Richard Sixbery, Raynald Raymond, Al & Ann Polcyn, Pete, Norman Moon, Cornelius Smits, Ellen Colombo, Romaine & Chuck Colombo, Edith Reagan, Matt Even, Emerson Brown, Adeline Smith, Larry Cecil, Ken Carson, Karen, Laurie Deirlein, Jeanette Wood, Keith Freed, Tom Cavanaugh and Donovan. Ministers of Prayer Schedule Sun., May 7 Duke Davis Mon., May 8 Kathy Stegmaier, Carol McGrath Tues., May 9 Jeanette Martin, Mary Ellen Magon Wed., May 10 Patti Conahan, Becky Even Thurs., May 11 Russ Gentner, Susan Fragosa Fri., May 12 Joyce Gonda, Lisa Klein Sat., May 13 Jan Baldinger Gifts from God Fiscal Year runs from July 1,1999-June 30,2000 DIOCESAN SERVICES APPEAL Please take some time and learn about the ministries and programs that the Diocese of Lansing provides as a result of the DSA. You cannot really be supportive of programs you know nothing about. Bishop Carl Mengeling sent a letter to all registered parishioners detailing how your gift to the DSA will be used. Please take a minute and read the material sent to you. Of our 800 families, we have received responses from 12. Our total now stands at $1,752. Our parish goal is $64,818. Thank you for your generous support to the 2000 Diocesan Services Appeal. The Finance Council Piggy Bank Several people have been inquiring about having envelopes for their children. We have purchased some and they can be picked up anytime. They are located on the shelf across from the restrooms. RIGHT TO LIFE is sponsoring a Mother's Day Carnation Sale after all the Masses next weekend. Come prepared to obtain a flower in memory of all deceased mothers or in honor of all living mothers. All proceeds from this venture will go to Right to Life. Wedding Banns III. Trent DeCamp & Amy Loveland Dates to Remember Monday, May 8 Tuesday, May 9 Wednesday, May 10 Thursday, May 11 Friday, May 12 Saturday, May 13 Sunday, May 14 Religious Education The religious education program had the last formal class this week. Religious Education continues throughout the summer and throughout the year. I would like to thank all the catechists, aides, traffic people and all those who assisted in the program. Please remember to register for JOURNEY WITH JESUS! The Women's Retreat is scheduled for August 11-13 in Dewitt. Please join us for a very wonderful weekend. If you have any questions, please feel free to call. Sister Maryetta ON THE JOURNEY Thursday Morning Scripture Study begins May 11 at 10am. We will be traveling with St. Paul as we visit the places (via video) and meet some of the people (via scripture) that were important in his life. Sign up sheets for this somewhat unusual study are available in the gathering area. St. Mary Magdalen Retirees will be meeting Monday, May 15 at 12:15pm. Monique and Joe Weis will be showing slides and sharing some of their recent experiences in the mission fields. Please join us, bring a bag lunch. We will be gathering in the Adult Formation Room. Dessert and coffee will be provided. Yours on the journey, Youth Group Youth Group There is a meeting tonight from 7-8:30. A representative from LACASA will be talking tonight about the programs they offer. On Saturday, May 13, we will be volunteering there at the site to help with spring cleaning. If you are interested in joining our Relay for Life Team, it is not too late to still sign up. Please call Margaret Callaghan at the parish offices. I would like to thank Bill Ross for his involvement with our teens. He was first introduced to us back in September and has since become a very committed volunteer. He has gone skiing, attended retreats with us and has participated in many regular Sunday evening meetings. Just last weekend he took two of our teens to Lansing to participate in the first State Youth Rally. Thank you Bill for all the time you spend with our teens. Sunday, May 21, we will be having a bake sale in the gathering space between the 9 & 11am Masses. Anyone interested in donating baked goods is encouraged to do so. We will be collecting the goods before 9am Mass. M.U.D. NEWS M.U.D. We will be having a movie and game night on Friday, May 12, from 7-9:30pm. Sign-up sheets are out, and parent chaperons are needed. I would like to thank Sue Wagener and Liggie Perkins for taking our teens to Ashley Court last month. I understand it was a great time and they really enjoyed the visit. Thank you, FUTURE PARENTS NIGHT Thanks to all parishioners for their generosity in the capital campaign for Fr. Gabriel Richard High School. The parish phase was a tremendous success, raising over $1.2 million from all the parishes involved. The current total raised is $9.7 million. Once the total of $10.5 million is reached, they will be able to access the campaign challenge gift of $2 million. Fr. Gabriel Richard High School will be presenting Future Parents Night on Thursday, May 11, 7:30pm in the High School Media Center. This will be a new high school building orientation/campaign meeting and future parent phase kick-off. Fr. Gabriel Richard High School - Big Ticket Raffle/Casino Night Friday, June 2, 6pm to midnight (only 2000 tickets will be sold at $50 each). First prize is a fully-loaded 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. Second prize is $5000, third-$2000, 4th-$1000, and 5th-$500. Everybody is invited to Washtenaw Community College - Morris Lawrence Building. All proceeds will benefit Fr. Gabriel Richard High School. Breakfast Mother's Day Breakfast on Sunday, May 14 after the 9:00am & 11:00am Masses in the social hall. The menu consist of pancakes, scrambled eggs, link sausage, ham, fried potatoes, fruit. Beverages: juice, milk, coffee or tea. No reservation are needed. The cost will be $15.00 family; $5.00 single; $4.00 seniors; $2.00 children. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus SOFTBALL LEAGUE anyone interested in playing on a Intramural church softball please contact Scott Price at 227-0413. FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH - Sign up for the following opportunities is located in the Gathering Space. We hope you will participate in one of these events! CPR Heartsaver Courses will be offered Tuesday, May 23. Two classes will be available: 10am-1pm and 6-9pm. CNS - Snell Foundation Bike/Safety Helmet Sale order forms are available. Bike/safety helmets are offered at the very reduced price of $7.25-$8.95. These are approved by the Snell Foundation and the CPSC. Orders are due by Sunday, May 28, and delivery will occur the weekends of June 17 and 24. Bike Safety Fair will be held Monday, May 22, at 6pm here at the church. Bring your bikes for a safety inspection and learn what Deputy Devries from the State Police has to share regarding bike safety. Refreshments will be served. Advanced Directives Workshop will take place here on May 21 at 7:30pm. This session will be presented by Erin Mulvihill, a parishioner and social worker, in collaboration with a member of our Pastoral staff. It assists one to document personal health care choices prior to a health crisis or end of life decision. This truly is a gift to yourself and your family! Senior Parishioners Pilgrimage tour to St. Mary Cathedral in Lansing will be Monday,June 12,2000 from 9:30a.m. to 3:00p.m. The diocese is sponsoring a special Jubilee Pigrimage which includes Mass with the Bishop, lunch and tours of the Cathedral, Museum, Curia, Chancery and Diocesan Center. The day ends with Benediction. There is no fee, but seating in the Cathedral is limited, so applicants will be selected by lottery. Forms are available in the gathering area. For more information, call Marilyn at the parish office or Betty at 227-5370. WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS The annual day of prayer for vocations is held on the 4th Sunday of Easter, May 14, 2000. As you are aware there is a great need for priests, deacons and religious. Remember to include this intention in your prayers on that day and all throughout the month. Praise Gathering is a celebration of Easter Season on May 20, 2000, from 11-5:00 at St. John the Evangelist Church in Fenton. This event is sponsored by St. John's prayer group and features speakers, Deacon Pete Cornell and Mr. Bill Flick. All are invited to come celebrate, especially AMCC Holy Land Pilgrims. RSVP by May 12 to Shiela, 810-750-9878. The Washtenaw/Livingston Region Council of Catholic Women will be having a Day of Reflection Saturday, May 20, 2000 at Pious Union of St. Joseph in Grass Lake. The theme is Peace. Agenda includes gathering at 9:30am, discourse on peace at 10:15, Mass at 11:30, and lunch at 12:15. Call 734-428-8010 with any questions. Father Patrick Jackson House Program is sponsoring a great afternoon of golf to benefit parenting teens. Register now for the June 2 Tiny Tot Scramble and Silent Auction. The outing starts at 1:30pm at Reddeman Farms in Chelsea with dinner and auction scheduled for 7pm. Cost is $100, or attend dinner and auction for $25. Auctioned off will be U of M football memorabilia, signed items from national professional sports figures, household items and gift certificates. Four lucky golfers will take home closest-to-the-pin prizes of a getaway for two at a resort in Michigan. Prizes are even better for a hole-in-one. Call 734-761-1440 by May 15. Come to Honor Mary There will be a May Crowning Procession in honor of Our Lady of Fatima and the Beatification of Jacinta and Francisco Marto on Saturday, May 13 at 12 noon at Holy Spirit ,Hamburg. It will be led by the Knights of Columbus. Come with your children, flowers and rosaries. |
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