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ACOUSTICS Perhaps one of the most consistent negative comments about our new worship space is the difficulty some have in hearing the spoken word. All I can tell you is that the folks who were charged with selecting the sound system are aware of the problem. They are working on solutions that will improve the acoustics in the near future.
A QUIET PLACE TO PRAY One of the reasons for the Blessed Sacrament Chapel is to provide people with a quiet place for prayer. While it is set off by itself, the tabernacle is still visible to all who enter. But most of all, the chapel has its own entrance at the back of the building. Once the tabernacle base is refinished to match the rest of the woodwork, the base will be securely fastened to the floor and the tabernacle will be bolted to the base. When this work is completed, the back entrance to the chapel will be left unlocked. The doors leading to the sacristy and the rest of the building will be locked and an alarm system will provide security. The parking lot and entrance to the chapel are well lit from dusk until 11 pm. This will allow for people to find a quiet place for prayer whenever they are in need of it.
PARKING Just a reminder, please park in designated parking spaces ONLY. There is more than enough space in the lot, so there is no excuse for anyone to park in the fire or traffic lanes. One of the tasks given to our architects by both the Construction Task Group and the Advisor Group, was to design a "Christian" parking lot. The idea was that there would be adequate space and a logical traffic flow that will enable people to be considerate of each other. That task was basically accomplished. Now we rely on everyone who uses it to be considerate. Thanks for your cooperation! Fr. Dave Howell
Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Patrick, Harry (Jeanette
Martin's father), Carl (Jeanette Martin's brother), Timothy Richards (Judy Davis' brother), Zora
(Lisa Schifko's grandmother), Mary Kay Davis (Mark Davis' mother), Dalton (Victoria Payne's
son), Wayne (Beth Monte's father), Ed, Joanne Fournier, Adeline, Mike, Roland, Allie, Karen,
Donavan, Danny, Walter, Robert, Carol, Laurie and Barbara.
SENIOR PARISHIONERS APPRECIATION WEEK will be celebrated throughout the Diocese
from Sept. 28 - Oct. 2 to honor and recognize senior members of our parish communities. All
seniors are cordially invited to attend a Mass for this purpose here at St. Mary Magdalen Monday,
Sept. 28, at 11:00 a.m. Lunch and entertainment will follow. Donations accepted. Call Katie
Barazsu by Sept. 21 at 227-2748 to make reservations and transportation arrangements.
Summer is over and Labor Day Weekend is here. There's a meeting tonight from 7-9:00pm just
to spend some time together. This is an opportunity to get together and enjoy each other's
company. I will supply chips and bring the games (Taboo, Cards, Pit....). Hope to see you
there!
St. Mary Magdalen Fifth Annual Parish Picnic/Ice Cream Social, next Sunday, Sept. 13 (rain
date-Sept. 20), beginning with the 11:00 a.m. liturgy. If you are planning on attending please fill
out invitation form in the gathering area. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a dish to pass for 8-10 people (ice cream will be provided).
Bring your favorite beverages (no glass) and frisbees, baseball mitts, etc.
Next Sunday, September 13 is our Fifth Parish Picnic & Ice Cream Social. It's hard to believe
that five years have passed! The first one grew from a need to come together at one time and
worship in a place that would someday be called home. Now, our parish picnic has become
more like a family reunion. It provides an opportunity to see all the cousins who attend Mass at
a different time and meet all the new additions to the family. It is a relaxed, informal afternoon
that calls us together in Eucharist, friendship and fun.
Yours on the journey, Marilyn
Registration for religious education is still taking place. As of today we have 507 children registered and there are still many children who need to register. The program begins the week of September 20, and there is still a need for catechists on Sunday morning-Grade 5, Sunday evening-Grade 9 and Aides in many of the classrooms. CONFIRMATION RETREAT is September 26 at the Emrich Center. We still need chaperons, aides and people to share their faith story. If you have any questions or concerns please contact me. Sister Maryetta
Last Sunday we celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism with Sarah Ann Mercieca, daughter of Loraine & Robert Mercieca. We congratulate her parents and godparents, offering them our prayers, as they accompany her on her journey of faith.
BEFRIENDERS INFORMATION NIGHT will be held on September 21 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the parish social hall. Current BeFriender ministers will provide an explanation of the ministry, expectations in terms of time and energy, and type of support available for the candidate as he/she prepares for and lives the ministry. Any questions call Judy (248) 889-0274, or Kathy (810) 227-3124.
If you or someone you know would be good for this ministry or just want to know more
about it (no obligation), come to the information night, Sept. 21, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the parish
social hall. Further information can be obtained from Judy Scharf at 248-889-0274, or Kathy
Reichardt, 810-227-3124.
MOVING BEYOND for the Divorced, Separated & Widowed will be gathering Friday, September 11, 7:00-9:00pm at the rectory (lower level). Mark your calendars for the pot luck and "time to talk". Bring a dish to pass, pop, and a friend if you like. Any questions contact Diane at (248) 889-8855.
Last weekend approximately 1101 people participated in the Liturgies. These folks contributed $9,255.26 to the parish. Last year on this Sunday the contributions totaled $6,530.21.
BRIGHTON CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS is sponsoring a memorial benefit for Winn Rhadigan with an onstage dinner Saturday, September 19. Meal provided by "Perfectly Seasoned" and music by Dean Rutledge. Tickets are $75.00 per person and proceeds benefit Brighton Center for Performing Arts. Contact Brighton Community Ed, (810)229-1419, ext. 8
Sunday, September 6
Wis 9:13-18b/Phlm 9:10,12-17/Lk 14:25-33
Monday, September 7,
Bartholomew, apostle
1 Cor 5:1-8/Lk 6:6-11
9:00 a.m. Communion Service
Tuesday, September 8 Birth of the Virgin Mary
Mi 5:1-4a/Mt 1:1-16,18-23
9:00 a.m. Carl Nosal, Sr.
Wednesday, September 9 Peter Claver, presb., relig., missionary
1 Cor 7:25-31/Lk 6:20-26
7:00 p.m. Joanne Lintzenich
Thursday, September 10 Gregory the Great, pope, relig., doctor
1 Cor 8:1b-7,11-13/Lk 6:27-38
9:00 a.m. Edward Seebaldt
Friday, September 11
1 Cor 9:16-19,22b-27/Lk 6:39-42
9:00 a.m. Mary E. LaFond
Saturday, September 12
1 Cor 10:14-22/Lk 6:43-49
Sunday, September 13
Ex 32:7-11,13-14/1 Tim 1:12-17/Lk 15:1-32
4:30 (Vigil) St. Mary Magdalen Parishioners
9:00 a.m. Keith Erickson
11:00 a.m. Helen Caraccio
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:
Gabrielle Witt, Kristy Hancock
Ministry of Hospitality:
David Witt, Wagener family
Minister of the Word:
Rhonda Barclay, Bill Turowski
Ministers of the Eucharist:
Ed & Beccie Govan, Jim & Kathy Rigley, Pete LIntzenich, Gary &
Linda Kinneer, Irene Cappuccilli, 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:
Sue & Caryn Hinkson
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
Ministry of Server:
Jeff Kubus, Nicholas Barker
Ministry of Hospitality:
Margaret & Tom Callaghan, Youth Group
Nursery:
Need
Monday, September 7
Labor Day - Church Office Closed
Tuesday, September 8
7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Inquiry/Journey
7:30 p.m. Youth Group Parent Lock-In Meeting
Wednesday, September 9
10:00 a.m. Scripture & Stitches
7:30 p.m. Finance Council
Thursday, September 10
7:30 p.m. Music Ministry
Friday, September 11
7-9:00 p.m. Moving Beyond (Rectory LL)
Saturday, September 12
7:30 a.m. Men's Breakfast (Rectory LL)
9:00 a.m. Leadership Day (Social Hall)
Sunday, September 13
11:00 a.m. Liturgy & Parish Picnic
7:00 p.m. Youth Group
7:30 p.m. Grief Support (Rectory LL)
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