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09-10-00 ALL THINGS CONSIDERED VOICES PROJECT At our meeting on Thursday with the Diocesan Strategic Planning Commission, many issues, opportunities and challenges were mentioned. By the end of the evening we identified five priorities. (The following is my summary of the five.) 1. The first priority is leadership in the Church. We need to increase the numbers of priests, deacons, religious and lay ministers in the Church. A variety of clearly defined ministries should be encouraged, the roles of lay ministers expanded and all those in ministry should be adequately trained to provide dynamic service. The number of women in all levels of ministry should be increased. (Some would like the ministry of priest and deacon open to women as well.) 2. The second priority is the spiritual life of our young people: high school and young adults. We need to look for effective ways to inspire, educate and guide our youth so that they will continue to mature as full members of the Church. 3. The third priority dealt with Outreach. There are many in need of emotional and physical support especially the poor, the sick, seniors and families and individuals who are struggling. We should look for ways to reach out to serve them. 4. The fourth priority is the Catholic education of our children. We want to assure that there will be a variety of quality educational programs for our children including local access to Catholic elementary and high schools. 5. The fifth priority is Evangelization of the young and old, those who are active and those who are not. We want our people to clearly understand the basic teaching of Catholicism and its moral and social justice principles; so that we can better live the Gospel. A SPECIAL BLESSING Next week, at the Sunday Liturgies, we will bless the commitment of those men and women who have offered to serve as Catechists to our youth. This ministry is much more than just teaching religion, it is sharing the gift of faith with our younger sisters and brothers. Of all the ministries offered in Church, there are few that are as important to the future. I hope you will join me in blessing their ministry and in continued prayer for the success of their ministry in the months ahead. WHERE WERE THEY?? The turn out for the VOICES Session was wonderful, 188 signed up and 17 more showed up to participate. What disturbs me is that 52 just didn't show! I am sure some forgot, some had things come up unexpectedly; but I find it hard to believe that 52 had these things happen. I have heard others who have had similar experiences of people failing to keep their commitments. While it not the heart of the Gospel, simple courtesy is still a part
of the Gospel. I believe it would come under the heading of "do unto others..."
Celebrating Liturgy Sunday, September 10 Monday, September 11 Tuesday, September 12 Wednesday, September 13 - John Chrysostom, bp., doctor Thursday, September 14 - Triumph of the Cross Friday, September 15 - Our Lady of Sorrows Saturday, September 16 - Cornelius, pope, and Cyprian, bp., martyrs Sunday, September 17 Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Pat Browning, Donna, Ralph Helmer, Joanne Fournier,Bev Zizka, Candy Philbrick, Roger, Kevin Weitzel, Hogan McCuan, Barry Wilkinson, Bob Chilton, Maryanna, Margo, Fr. Terry Dumas, Kyle Ward, Lee Alstott, Fr. Gil Rahrig, Vincent Kramer, Ed Rigley, Mike, Sylvia Walczak, Linda Nagle, Judy, Thomas Payne, Joan & John Becker, Danielle Snowgold, Bud Newberry, Bishop Povish, Roe, John Pepa, Margaret Resconich, Rose Kumler, Joanna Bloese, Maureen, Russ Gardner, Susan, Ann Polcyn, Pete, Norman Moon, Cornelius Smits, Matt Even, Ellen Colombo, Adeline Smith, Larry Cecil, Karen, Laurie Deirlein, Jeanette Wood, and Donovan. Prayer Ministers of Prayer Schedule Sunday, Sept. 10 Tim Houran, Joan Houran, Lisa Konieczka Gifts from God Thank you for your gifts STEWARDSHIP BY THE BOOK The good steward must not show favoritism. The rich may have many material gifts to share, but St. James reminds us in the second reading that God has chosen the world's poor to be rich in faith and inheritors of God's kingdom. Dates t o Remember Monday, September 11 Tuesday, September 12 Wednesday, September 13 Thursday, September 14 Friday, September 15 Saturday, September 16 Sunday, September 16 - Catechetical Sunday Religious Education Religious Education classes begin Sunday,September 24. You may be wondering:
Can I be a catechist? There are many qualities necessary for the task
of catechesis. Loving God, being at ease with children, and being sensitive
to their needs are a few! Your role is to share with the children how
God is revealed to us through Scripture, tradition and their own life
experiences. Take advantage of catechist formation classes and meetings
for free training! As you catechize one particular group of children,
keep in mind that you are really part of a whole community of catechizers
- you are not alone!! ON THE JOURNEY This Thursday begins the first of our fall Scripture series entitled,"An Overview of the Old Testament". It will run for four weeks and act as the kick-off for our nine-week study on the Book of Exodus. Day-care is provided. Sign up sheets are in the gathering area or call me in the office. We meet every Thursday morning from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the Adult Formation Room. Scripture and Stitches returns to their fall schedule this month with their meeting this Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Adult Formation Room. Their usual meeting date during the school year is the second Tuesday of the month. They combine a love of Scripture with a love of quilting. Children are welcome. Coming soon - M.O.M.S. - Their first meeting of the fall is scheduled for Wednesday, September 20 at 9:30 a.m. in the Adult Formation Room. For more information call Cindy McNallen at 517-522-0552 or Jeanette Martin at 229-5197. Yours on the journey, Marilyn Youth Group Wow what a night! We had our fourth annual kidnaping lock-in just this weekend. We met many new faces and had a great time! It is our way to welcome freshman into the youth group. We hope to see many of you at our weekly meetings and scheduled functions. Any senior high teen is welcome to come and participate; note however, there is no youth group meeting tonight. Many of us need the time to catch up on our sleep. Please stop in the youth room and take a look at the painting that is now finished. It looks awesome! Matt Magon drew it up with the help of his mother and sister, and it has become a great gift for us all to see. So pop in and take a look. We are still in need of people to help in many areas with our haunted house. Please call me at the office for any reason regarding the plans. This Wednesday some of us will be traveling to St. Mary's in Chelsea to attend a healing Mass for the teens in today's society. Fr. Joe Krupp will be the presider, and also present at the Mass will be a man by the name of Irving Houle. He has been graced with the gift of the Stigmata. We will need to leave the parish parking lot by 4:30pm. The Mass starts at 6:30. I expect to be back by 10:15. After the Mass, Irving will place his hands on anyone who wishes to be touched by the Holy Spirit. I am told the church will be crowded and to expect to be there awhile after Mass is over. M.U.D. I encourage you to read the paragraph just above this. If you are interested in attending this Mass, please just let me know. Wednesday, September 27, we are scheduled to volunteer our time at the Livingston Community Food Bank. Our time slot is from 4-6pm. Be sure to mark your calendar now. There is a sign up sheet in the gathering area. Margaret Callaghan The CYO Young Adult Council presents AURORA, Saturday, October 7. This is an all-day conference for young adults Ages 18-26, hosted at St. John's Center for Youth and Family in Plymouth. For more information call CYO at 313-963-7172, ext. 168. ANNUAL YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE Single & married 20's & 30's will meet at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Ann Arbor September 23. Come celebrate the Jubilee theme of the Trinity. There will be Mass with Bishop Mengeling in the afternoon with dinner and dancing in the evening. Contact Gary Ashby (517) 342-2495 for more details. ALL LITURGICAL MINISTERS Your one year commitment will end in October. Sign-up sheets will be in the gathering area the weekends of Sept.16/17; Sept.23/24 and Sept.30/Oct. 1. This includes all Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Altar Servers & Hospitality. All ministries are a one year commitment. If you are re-committing you must also sign up. Please pick up a schedule of the training sessions. It is mandatory to attend a training session. Other Ministry Sheets that will be in the gathering area are Nursery volunteers for the 9am & 11am Masses on Sunday and Coffee & Donut Ministry volunteers. Please give this your prayerful consideration. RCIA - JOURNEY If you are seeking information or insight about the Catholic faith, you are invited to Inquiry which begins September 18 at 7:30pm in the Adult Education Room. Item: Have you ever thought about being a sponsor or catechist in our RCIA program, but hesitated because you weren't sure what is involved? Please come find out what's involved and how we can help at Information Night on Nov. 15. Your RCIA Team Help Needed Drivers needed for Food Distribution. Contact Barb Toth at 810-225-0807. ST. PATRICK COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN in Brighton will hold a Card Party on Friday evening, October 6, 2000 in McCann Hall at 7:30pm. All ladies and gentlemen are invited to enjoy their favorite card game or any board games. Table prizes, lots of door prizes and raffle prizes will be awarded. Delicious sweet treats will be available for all to enjoy. Tickets are $5.00 and may be purchased at St. Patrick church office (810-229-9863) or from any C.C.W. member. CALLING ALL CUB SCOUTS! Did you know that St. Patrick's of Brighton has an active cub scout pack? Pack 344 has its first round-up meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 19, at 7:00pm in McCann Hall. This is an organizational meeting for scout registration, volunteer sign-up and the assigning of dens. Scouting is open to all boys in the 1st to 5th grade. Please contact Tom Kokoszka, 248-437-5874 with any questions. BRIGHTON AREA CROP WALK - Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 8, 2:00pm! This is the date of the 3.1 mile walk through downtown Brighton, the proceeds of which go to Church World Service to help feed the hungry. The walk begins and ends at First Presbyterian in Brighton. Call Dudley Miller, 810-231-9708 for more information. Catholic Campus Ministry College students are encouraged to touch base with the Catholic Campus Ministry staff at their campuses. Contact the Young Adult Ministry office (517) 342-2495 for information. CCHD POSTER ART CONTEST This year's theme is "Helping People Help Themselves". Any K-12 student in our Diocese may participate by illustrating this theme or a related theme for the Catholic Campaign Development using an 8 1/2 X 11" format. There are four categories (K-2nd grade, 3-5th grade, 6-8th grade, and high school. Please call 517-342-2463 for more information. All entries must be postmarked by October 9. Senior Parishioners Appreciation Week will be celebrated throughout the Diocese from Sept. 18-22. This time is set aside to honor and recognize senior members of our parish communities. Elders in Livingston County are cordially invited to attend a Mass for this purpose at Holy Spirit Parish, Hamburg on Friday, Sept. 22, at 11:00 a.m. Lunch and entertainment will follow Mass. Donations accepted. Please make your reservation by Sept. 14, by calling Betty Polaske, 227-5370. Transportation arrangements can also be made at this time. Bishop's Council on Alcohol & Other Drugs If you or someone you know is struggling with a drug or alcohol problem, know this: You do have a place to turn! Your community offers treatment programs dedicated to assisting those with addiction to alcohol or drugs. Take part in a treatment program and take the first step toward reclaiming your life. To find out about programs in your area, call the DAP helpline, toll-free (1-877-342-2513). |
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