July 11/12,1998

All Things Considered

by Fr. Dave Howell

BISHOP POVISH, now retired, is the one who established this parish on June 29, 1993. Since he was unable to join us for the dedication, he agreed to come celebrate Liturgy with us next Sunday.

After the 9 am Liturgy, Bishop Povish will bless the dedication stone which will be placed in the center of the Gathering Space. Beneath the stone, we will place the "time capsule". This capsule contains many different items: a binder with a time-line of parish history, Our Vision Statement, the teen's vision, the religious ed covenant, a catechumen's cross and other items from parish groups. It also has a mug given to those who receive the Pastoral Council commendation and a T-shirt from our picnic.

I added three other items: a relic of St. Pius X - the patron saint of religious educators. Since relics are no longer placed in the altar, it seemed appropriate to add the relic. For this building is truly dedicated to the religious formation of all - young and old. The other two items which I added to the time capsule are two rocks. One is from the floor of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, the other is from St. Peter's in Rome.

I brought back both from the pilgrimage last fall. The Holy Sepulcher is built over the place venerated as the site of the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus. St. Peter's is built over the tomb of Peter and serves as the primary church of the pope as head of the Catholic Church. It seemed appropriate to add these stones from the holiest churches in Christendom.

ON VACATION For those of you who missed me this weekend, I am in Quebec City with a school mate, Fr. George Michalek. I'll be back in the office Thursday. Fr. Dave Howell

PRAYER LIST

Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: June (mother of Donna Rushak), Timothy Richards (brother of Judy Davis), Mary Kay Davis (mother of Mark Davis), Adeline, Mike, Roland, Allie, Karen, Rene', Donavan, Danny, Walter, Yvette, Robert, Marilyn, Jim, Carol, Laurie, Emily and Barbara.

SUMMER FUN FESTIVAL

St. Joseph Church, Dexter Summer Fun Festival will be the weekend of July 18 & 19, 1998. Admission is free and the festival will have dancing, Las Vegas, Kid's games & rides, bake sale, doll/beanie booth, bingo, cake walk and plenty of food. For more information or if you need directions please call St. Joseph parish office (313) 426-8483.

YOUTH NEW'S

Plans for our first dance are underway. Aug. 21st is the date, so High Schoolers mark your calendar! It's going to be a great evening. We will be leaving this Friday to Port Austin for camping & canoeing.

Please Note-those going do not forget your permission slips and health forms. You will not be permitted to go without them. Thank you to all who helped and donated cans this weekend. It was great fun despite the work and sticky hands! Special thanks to the Francis Family for a great BBQ afterward.

MASS INTENTIONS

If you would like to have a Liturgy celebrated for a special intention, arrangements can be made by calling Kay at the office. A contribution is usually made to pay for the cost of the bread and wine and all the other items that are needed for the celebration of the Liturgy.

ON THE JOURNEY

Next Sunday we will be hosting an open house for some of our neighbors as well as the communities of St. Pat's and St. John's. The invitations cordially invite them to visit our new home, on Sunday July 19 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. If you are available to help give "tours" or serve refreshments please let me know. Yours on the journey, Marilyn

PRE-KINDERGARTEN

A Christian oriented program at St. George Lutheran Church has a few openings for 3 and 4 year olds for the 1998-99 school year. If you or someone you know is in need of a pre-school please contact Kathie Anderer (810)229-0110.

WELCOMING MINISTRY

WELCOMING MINISTRY TEAM will be having a meeting at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 16 in the Adult Education Room.

Woman of Hope Pilgrimage

National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington,D.C. The pilgrimage is September 4,5,6,1998 and the cost is $95.00 which includes round trip bus fare, meals and housing at Trinity College across the street from the shrine. For an itinerary of trip please call (517) 342-2496. Deadline for reservation is Monday, August 17th

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

Last weekend approximately 1,000 people participated in the Liturgies. These folks contributed $7,416.32 to the parish. Last year on this Sunday the contributions totaled ($6,935.68).

Livingston County 50+ Picnic

You are cordially invited to the 7th Annual 50+ mass and picnic at: Holy Spirit Park & Pavilion, Thursday July 23 from 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Bring a dish to pass, sloppy joes, hot and cold beverages and table service will be provided. No reservations required. Any questions contact Betty Polaske (810) 227-5370.

A Weekend Retreat for Married Couples

July 31-August 2, 1998 A time apart, a time together, for Married Couples. This weekend is designed to encourage communication, praying together, and building intimacy. It is a GIFT you can give yourselves and your family. Facilitator will be Fr. Larry Delaney. Call St. Francis Retreat Center (517) 669-8321 for more information, or to register.

CELEBRATING LITURGY

Sunday, July 12 Dt 30:10-14/Col 1:15-20/Lk 10:25-37

Monday, July 13
Is 1:10-17/Mt 10:34 - 11:1
9:00 a.m. Communion Service

Tuesday, July 14 Is 7:1-9/Mt 11:20-24
9:00 a.m. Communion Service

Wednesday, July 15 Wednesday, July 15 - Bonaventure,bp.,relig., doctor Is 10:5-7,13-16/Mt 11:25-27 7:00 p.m. +Jack Duffy

Thursday, July 16 Is 26:7-9,12,16-19/Mt 11:28-30
9:00 a.m. +Larry Barazsu

Friday, July 17 Is 38:1-6,21-22,7-8/Mt 12:1-8
9:00 a.m. +Loretta Samson

Saturday, July 18 Mi 2:1-5/Mt12:14-21

Sunday, June 19

Gn 18:1-10a/Col 1:24-28/Lk 10:38-42

4:30 (Vigil) +Hazel Laginess
9:00 a.m. St. Mary Magdalen Parishioners
11:00 a.m. Anthony Aiello

LITURGICAL MINISTERS SCHEDULE

Weekend of July 18 & 19

4:30 p.m. Saturday

Minister of the Word:
Stephanie St. Clair, Maura Giardina

Ministers of the Eucharist:
Bob & Mary Weyand, Laura Drittler, Doris Jones, Steve & Pat Hancock

Ministry of Server: Gabrille Witt, Kristy Hancock

Ministry of Hospitality:
David Witt, Wagener family

9:00 a.m. Sunday

Minister of the Word:
Rhonda Barclay, Bill Turowski

Ministers of the Eucharist:
Ed & Beccie Govan, Jim & Kathy Rigley, Pete LIntzenich, Gary & Linda Kinneer, Irene Cappuculli, Laura DeLaMarre, Lisa Burridge

Ministry of Server:
Charles Philips, Andrea Cappuccilli, Erik Gubert

Ministry of Hospitality:
Terns family, Kovanda family, Hancock family, Sadowski family

Nursery: Susan Paielli

11:00 a.m. Sunday

Minister of the Word:
Diane Kubus, Russ Gentner

Ministers of the Eucharist:
Jim & Linda Chevalier, Maryann Hargrave, Sue Hlavaty, Allison Gentner, Kimber Kunkel, John Spalding, Katie Francis, Jean Weishaar, Josie Doucette

Minister of Server:
Jeff Kubus, Nicholas Barker

Ministry of Hospitality:
Margaret & Tom Callaghan, Youth Group Sue & Caryn Hinkson

Nursery: Nicole Lenik