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07-30-00 ALL THINGS CONSIDERED DIOCESAN PLANNING COMMISSION was established by the bishop to create a strategic plan for the whole diocese. That becomes a special challenge since the Diocese of Lansing covers 10 counties in south central Michigan with urban, suburban and rural communities. There are 265,000 Catholics in 95 parishes, 4 major medical centers, 3 major universities and several colleges and many other institutions as well. The plan is intended to provide a "blue print" to direct the efforts of our diocese to serve our growing Catholic community in a way that will keep us faithful to the Mission of Christ. A major part of the planning process will involve listening or input sessions; gathering people to hear their thoughts regarding the future direction of the diocese. When I use the word major, I mean major because we hope that we will hear from 20,000 folks in this part of the process. In order to accomplish such a large undertaking, the Commission has designed a process for these input sessions, but we want to make sure that the process will serve us well. So we would like to have a pilot session to make sure we will be successful. Since Char Turowski is on the Commission and I am the co-chair, we suggested Mary Magdalen as a starting place. Please, please set aside the evening of Thursday, Aug. 31 for our session. The two hour session will enable all of us to give voice to our hopes and expectations for the Church here in south central Michigan. You will be hearing more, but I would ask that you please set aside that evening as a favor to me. WELCOME, ST. ANNE'S YOUTH Later on Sunday afternoon we will be hosting the youth from St. Anne's Parish in downtown Detroit. This is the return visit to our young people who visited them back in spring. We first connected with St. Anne's six years ago when we began taking our food collection down there to help feed the poor who live in that community in "the shadow of the bridge" to Windsor. (They are the oldest parish in Michigan and we were the youngest -- it seemed a logical connection. At the time, the Livingston County Foodbank was well supplied.) This past year our youth helped deliver the food and a connection was made. So the youth from St. Anne will join ours for fun & food; and another "bridge" will be built to connect Brighton to the inner city. VACATION Thanks to all who asked about my vacation. It wasn't quite what I had planned, with some of it spent down in Cleveland with my sister who is in the hospital. But I did get extra sleep and that itself was welcome. It is good to be back! Fr. Dave Howell Celebrating Liturgy Sunday, July 30 Monday, July 31 - Ignatius of Loyola, presb. Tuesday, August 1 - Alphonsus Liguori, bishop, doctor Wednesday, August 2 Thursday, August 3 Friday, August 4 - John Mary Vianney, presb. Saturday, August 5 Sunday, August 6 - Transfiguration of the Lord Monday, July 31, St. Ignatius of Loyola, priest. Founder of the Jesuits. Born in the Basque province of Spain, to a noble family, he was trained in the military but was wounded in 1521, ending his career. While recuperating (to dispel the monotony) he was given books on the lives of Christ and the Saints, and noticed the peace and contentment he experienced, and felt he was moving toward God. Upon his recuperation, he journeyed to Manresa and spent 10 months in a cave formulating the Spiritual Exercises, a series of prayers, meditations and contemplations which follow the life of Christ. Ignatius was responsible for creating the unique and significant religious order of the Jesuits, which proved to be a bold and innovative community, stressing its devotion to the Holy See, brilliantly educating and spiritually developing priests, and showing concern for the missionary endeavors of the faith. The Society numbered 1000 members in Brazil, Japan and India. St. Ignatius is the patron saint of retreatants and soldiers. Tuesday, August 1, St. Alphonsus Liguori, bishop, doctor of the Church Founder of the Redemptorists. Alphonsus preached around the area of Naples and became much sought after as a confessor. He once said: "I have never preached a sermon which the poorest old woman in the congregation could not understand." In 1748 he published his first book of moral theology. Because of his extensive writing he was named a Doctor of the Church and is the patron of moral theologians; but it is as a preacher and confessor that he is a model for the Redemptorists and other priests as well. Gifts from God Fiscal Year runs from July 1,2000-June 30,2001 Thank you for your gifts DATES TO REMEMBER Monday, July 31 Tuesday, August 1 Wednesday, August 2 Thursday, August 3 Friday, August 4 Saturday, August 5 Sunday, August 6 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - There will be a council picnic committee meeting Thursday, August 3, at 7:30pm. We will be discussing final assignments for the pig roast, family games, refreshments, etc. All members are welcome to attend, especially members with children. Also "It's a Guy Thing."...an activity to "benefit" the entire parish? Watch for further details! LETTERS LETTERS LETTERS SISTER MARYETTA - CELEBRATING 40 YEARS We will gather on August 26 to celebrate with Sr. Maryetta her 40 years of commitment, devotion, and service to the Lord's people. Sister Maryetta has touched all of us, moved all of us, and shared with all of us. Now is the time for us to share with her. All (adults and children) are invited to share your thoughts, stories, and thanks "naming" who/what sister has been/done for you. When you have written down your reflections, stories or gratitude, they may be sent to Judy Scharf at the office or placed in the box that is provided in the Gathering Area by Sunday, August 20. The letters will be placed in a remembrance book and presented to Sister. Your sharing is IMPORTANT, please don't wait. Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Margo, Maryanna, Fr. Terry Dumas, Chouinard Twins (Gabrielle and Alexander), Paul Knopp, David Wenzel,Lee Alstott, Kyle Ward, Bob Iannuzzi, Vladimir Jandasek, Fr. Gil Rahrig, Vincent Kramer, Bob & Edith Waldeck, Ed Rigley, Susan Blakeley, Mike, Barry Karas, Genevieve Rupp, Sylvia Walzeak, Jason, Linda Nagle, Judy, Lou Lawrence, Thomas Payne, Joan & John Becker, Danielle Snowgold, Evelyn, Bud Newberry, Bishop Povish, Rosalie Fradette, John Sweeney, Roe, John Pepa, Margaret Resconich, Rose Kumler, Joanna Bloese, Maureen, Russ Gardner, Susan, Al & Ann Polcyn, Pete, Norman Moon, Cornelius Smits, Matt Even, Ellen Colombo, Emerson Brown, Adeline Smith, Larry Cecil, Karen, Laurie Deirlein, Jeanette Wood, and Donovan. In Memoriam Please remember in your prayers the family of infant, John Patrick Sisan-Marr, who passed away on July 21. Ministers of Prayer Schedule Sun. July 30 Beth Economou Youth Group We welcome the youth from St. Anne's this afternoon. All Sr. High students are welcome to join us. We will have lunch and share each other's company from 3-7pm. I would like to thank Justina Laginess for spending time with us last weekend teaching us the Lord's Prayer in Spanish. We are meeting regularly again Sunday evenings. There is one change, however; the time will now be from 7-9pm, a half hour longer. So be sure you make note of it. We are looking for help! If you would be interested in helping us to create a Haunted House for Halloween, please call me soon. It was done a couple of years ago and the youth are really interested in putting one together again. Our annual camping/canoeing trip has been canceled this year. Time has just gotten away from me in the planning process for this event. Take notice of the monthly calendar hanging on the tack strip going into the social hall. It will have all scheduled youth events on it. I can be reached at the offices 9am-12noon Tuesday thru Friday and Tuesday evenings from 6-9pm. Should you need to reach me in the afternoons, you may call me at 227-7937 until 5pm. Monday is still my day off. M.U.D. Our trip to the Capuchin soup kitchen did not go quite as planned. In fact we did not make it. We spent all morning in the car patiently waiting in traffic. I do appreciate the Atwood family who left earlier and did make it downtown to help serve. Thank you! Thank you also to the Murphy family, Vanessa Reineke, and Marianne Quada for driving. I will schedule another time slot for us. Friday, August 25, Liggie Perkins will be opening her home to us. We
will gather together and share in friendship. This will be a potluck dinner
for the whole family. Be sure to bring your swim suits! A sign up sheet
will be available soon. HAVE WE CAUGHT YOUR INTEREST YET? A number of new books, videos, and audios have been added to the Library this week. Among others, there are two titles on grief. One, Complicated Losses; Difficult Deaths; A practical Guide for Ministering to Grievers by Dr. Roslyn Karaban, is written for those who help the grievers, such as our Samaritans, but it may also be helpful for those who are grieving. The author helps us to realized that deaths occur in our lives not only when we lose a loved one but when we lose a job, a marriage partner, or when children move away. They Shall be Comforted: for Those Who Grieve and Hope is a collection of reflections, readings, prayers, and rituals for those who grieve and hope in the resurrection. Stop in and take a look! Religious Education We are revving up for our JWJ road rally, which starts on Monday from 9:30-12, and runs through Friday this week. If your child is attending, please make us aware of any food allergies your child may have. REGISTRATION FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION is the week of August 7-11, from 9:30am-3pm and 6:30-8pm (except for Friday evening). Classes are filling up, please make sure you register your children. The family program is a new program being designed to help parents pass on our Catholic faith traditions to their children. This formation opportunity will take the place of traditional Religious Ed classes, and will involve both parents and children in the learning process. Families will meet twice a month on Sundays starting with the 9am Liturgy. Catechists and assistants are still needed for some of our classes. Please consider helping out! Our middle school classes are filling up and we are in great need of catechists for our 7 & 8 grade youth. Working with this age group or any of our other grades is a faith experience you need to try! Call the Religious Ed office today for more information. Mary Mahar ON THE JOURNEY The Picnic Committee has begun the initial preparations for this year's Parish Picnic and Ice Cream Social - September 10th. Sign up sheets are in the gathering area now. Please mark your calendar now so you won't miss one of the biggest events of the year here at St. Mary Magdalen. Last year we won first place at the Howell Festival of Lights Parade the Friday after Thanksgiving. If you are interested in entering a float this year, please contact me ASAP so we can get our application in on time. This is the time of the year when we begin putting together the fall and winter calendars for the parish. If you have ideas or requests for topics or classes you would like to see offered for adults, please let me know. We are looking for your input. The Adult Formation and Evangelization Team is in need of a few good men or women who are willing to help evaluate and promote adult ed programs for the parish . If you think you might be interested in sharing your ideas with this group please give me a call at 229-8624. Yours on the journey, Marilyn STEWARDSHIP BY THE BOOK "The land of the Lord feed us," says the Psalmist, "he answers all our needs." Both Elisha's servant in the first reading and the disciples in the Gospel story who witnessed the feeding of the five thousand saw this happen and knew it to be true. FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH Medic Alert Identification information is available in the pamphlet rack. An estimated 100 million Americans have chronic conditions that could be life threatening in an emergency. Medical identification alerts emergency responds to primary medical conditions. It also prompts them to call MedicAlert 24 hour Emergency Response Center for medical file information, physicians and family contacts. Please consider if this could be of value to you or a family member. Notice to all Parents of School Age Children: As of the year 2000 the Hepatitis B Immunization is required by the State of Michigan. This vaccine entails a three-part series. If your child has not begun to receive the vaccine, we recommend that you see your pediatrician or visit the Livingston County Health Department. The Health Department gives vaccinations on a walk-in basis weekdays between 8:30am and 4:30pm. YOU'RE INVITED The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, wish to invite everyone to attend their First Profession of Vows for the three novices: Sister Maria Faustina Showalter, Sister Mary Joseph Campbell, and Sister John Mary Corbett. The Principal Celebrant for the Mass and Profession will be His Excellency Bishop Carl F. Mengeling. The Profession will be held in St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Ann Arbor, beginning at 10:00 a.m. on the morning of Tuesday, August 8, feast of St. Dominic. SENIOR SUMMER SCRIPTURE DAYS still has openings for August 8-10 and 15-17 at St. Francis Retreat Center, DeWitt, and August 22-24 at Weber Center, Adrian. Bearers of the Covenant: People of the Promise will be taught by Sr. Nadine Foley, OP. Scriptural presentations will be combined with liturgies, creative activities, prayer, recreation and fun. Contact Catholic Charities, 517-342-2458 for brochures and registration information. Scholarships are available. |
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