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09-17-00 ALL THINGS CONSIDERED MANY THANKS to those who were a part of our voices project, especially Barb Lanigan (the chair) and the rest of our Pastoral Council folks who provided leadership for the VOICES Session and the Planning evening. I also want to thank all those who were a part of this effort. Four goals will direct the efforts of our councils and ministry teams over the next year. They are: 1. To provide guidance and formation that will encourage our people (youth and adults) to respond to God's call to ministry and service. 2. To continue the development of a caring and accepting community that nurtures the faith of our younger people, enabling them to become full members of the Church. 3. To increase our emotional and physical support of those in need, especially the poor, the sick, seniors and individuals and families who are struggling. 4. To encourage and increase in our people's generous commitment of time, talent and finances; and become better stewards of all that has been entrusted to us. These goals are a combination of what was said in the VOICES Session and what the members of Pastoral Council heard last spring when we had 10 listening sessions with our parishioners. From these goals, members of the different ministry teams developed specific tasks for themselves to help us achieve these goals. Some of these tasks involved new projects, others will seek ways to improve what we are presently doing. Again, many thanks to all who were involved! A SPECIAL BLESSING - POSTPONED Because of the rain delay of our picnic, the Blessing of our Catechists will take place next week at the Sunday Liturgies. I would ask you to remember in your prayer, the men and women who have offered to serve as Catechists. It is a ministry that is much more than just teaching religion, it is sharing the gift of faith with our younger sisters and brothers. I hope you will join me in blessing their ministry and in praying for the success of their ministry in the months ahead. A FIRST STEP Last weekend, Jim Chevalier was admitted as a candidate for the diaconate (deacon) at St. Mary Cathedral in Lansing. The ceremony marked a half way point for Jim, who has been going through a process of education and discernment over the last three years. Now he enters into a process that will include education, formation, reflection and spiritual direction. It will culminate with ordination in approximately 2 to 3 years. On behalf of us all, I want to offer Jim and Linda our heartfelt congratulations and the promise of prayer as they continue on their journey. WITH YOUR PERMISSION... During the VOICES Session both Tom Zuyus and Anne Williams took pictures which may be reprinted in some of the publicity for the VOICES Project. The diocesan Office of Pastoral Planning has asked for reprint permission from all those who participated in the Session. Unless you tell me differently, we will presume your permission. Thanks! Celebrating Liturgy Sunday, September 17 Monday, September 18 Tuesday, September 19 Wednesday, September 20 - Andrew Kim Taegon, presb.,Paul Chong Hasang
& companions,martyrs Thursday, September 21 - Matthew,apostle,evangelist Friday, September 22 Saturday, September 23 Sunday, September 24 Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Virginia, Ralph Helmer, Donna, Pat Browning, 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 Sun., Sept 17 Mon., Sept 18 Tues. Sept 19 Wed., Sept 20 Thurs.Sept 21 Fri., Sept 22 Sat., Sept 23 Gifts from God Fiscal Year runs from July 1,2000-June 30,2001 Thank you for your gifts Dates to Remember Monday, September 18 Tuesday, September 19 Wednesday, September 20 Thursday, September 21 Friday, September 22 Saturday, September 23 Sunday, September 24 The Religious Education program begins next week and we are still in
need of the following catechists: Catechists are needed before these classes can begin! ON THE JOURNEY For those of us raised in a simpler age and are now trying to raise children in this hi-tech society with hi-tech problems "We're Not In Kansas Anymore" may offer some insights and support. This presentation with David Eich is scheduled for Sunday, September 24th from 4-8pm in the Social Hall. Bring your teenagers and together explore this opportunity to open the lines of communication and begin discussing some of the issues our young people face today. For more information call Margaret or myself at the parish office. Sign up sheets will be in the gathering area; the cost is $10 per family and includes a copy of his book, "Conquering the Culture the Fight for Our Children's Souls". It's not too late to join the Thursday morning 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 (daycare is provided). Sign up sheets are in the gathering area or call me in the office. We meet every Thursday morning from 10-11:30am in the Adult Formation Room. M.O.M.S. Group 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 (517) 552-0552 or Jeanette Martin (810) 229-5197. Yours on the journey, Marilyn RCIA If you are seeking information or insight about the Catholic faith, you are invited to Inquiry which begins Monday, September 18 at 7:30pm in the Adult Education Room. 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 - Wednesday, November 15. Your RCIA Team PRAYING WITH THE SAINTS On Sunday evenings beginning on September 24, Deacon Dave and Anne Williams will be doing a six week program on "Praying with the Saints". Contact Deacon Dave for more details (810)229-8624. Youth Group It was a good time last weekend at out lock-in. We are looking forward to seeing you all at our weekly meetings and future scheduled events. I would like to thank all of you who helped with the food, drove us to bowling, stayed up with us during the wee hours of the morning and those who went and kidnaped. The teens of this parish are blessed to have such support. Thank you! Haunted House plans are going well. However, should planning not be of interest to you, set up and take down are always fun. Call me with any questions. I am inviting high school teens and their parents to spend an afternoon together here at the church. David Eich will be presenting "We're not in Kansas Anymore", an evening on the importance of family and communication on Sunday, September 24 from 4-8pm. I have met Dave a few times and am confident you will not be disappointed. The cost is $10 for the family. You will also get a copy of his book Conquering the culture. David Eich is also scheduled to be at our Jamboree on November 18. M.U.D. Wednesday, September 27, we are scheduled to volunteer our time at the Livingston County Food Bank. Our time slot is from 4-6pm. There is a sign up sheet in the gathering area. No permission slip are required because you will be dropping your child off right at the food bank. Directions are in the gathering space next to the sign up sheet. Margaret Callaghan Good Job The Charity of the Month for August was the Heifer Project International-Haiti. We collected $920 which included donations from Journey with Jesus and our Alms box. September Charity of the Month "The Arc of Livingston" is an agency serving person with developmental disabilities. This is a non-profit organization comprised of parents, professionals and persons with a developmental disability. In Michigan, developmental disabilities are described as but not limited to autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy and mental retardation. BRIGHTON AREA CROP WALK 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 for more information (810) 231-9708. ALL LITURGICAL MINISTERS Your one year commitment will end in October. Sign-up sheets will be in the gathering area this weekend 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. Living Christ's Presence Produced by the Archdiocese of Detroit - this is a five week reflection series and will focus on the center of our faith, the Holy Eucharist. Each week will start with a short video presentation followed by discussion of various ways to understand, treasure and live this great mystery and gift. If you are able to host a small group in your home beginning the week of October 22, please contact Sue Weir (810) 229-7738. Also, a sign up sheet will be available in the gathering area. Care Program/Arthritis Recovery & Education On September 29 from 2-4pm Dr. Edward Loniewski, one of our parishioners, will introduce the CARE program, Comprehensive Arthritis Recovery & Education. Also, Ms. Lois Peer, a nutritionist, will join him to present "Arthritis Friendly Foods". This program is based on the philosophy that arthritis impacts the body, mind and spirit. It aims to encourage people to participate in their own healing and to draw from many resources in order to provide a holistic informative and possibly life changing discussion! Although pre-registration is not required, for planning purposes we encourage you to sign-up. A sign-up sheet will be in the gathering area or call the parish office 229-8624. Knights of Columbus Are looking for volunteers to help the Youth Group build flats on Saturday, September 23 & September 30 from 1-4pm. Call John Yanok for more details (810)220-8304. St. Patrick Council of Catholic Women in Brighton will hold a Card Party on Friday, October 6 at 7:30pm in McCann Hall. 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. Beginning Experience of Lansing will offer a spiritual weekend for widowed, divorced, and separated persons October 6-8, 2000 at St. Joseph Center - Jackson, Mi. Designed to help those among us who are wounded by loss of a spouse, the weekend is gently guided by a trained team of peers. It is a time for working through grief and moving on to a new beginning in life. Pre-registration is required - contact Pam (248) 486-0924. Very Special Marriage Encounter Weekend Will be held October 20-22, 2000 at Maryville Retreat Center, Holly, MI. The weekend is open to all Catholic couples who would like to strengthen the communication within their marriage. The weekend is limited to 15 couples and the registration fee is $50. For more information please contact the Isaacson's (810) 695-2983. WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER-Life rolls on... Your jobs, kids, and activities keep you busy even during the summer. How about a break? Plan now to take a weekend off just for the two of you to attend a Marriage Encounter weekend. The next weekend is September 29-October 1. For more information or to schedule a weekend call John & Laura (888)628-7433. HEALING MASS Fr. Dan Havron,O.F.M. Director for Evangelization for the Archdiocese of Detroit will be at St. John the Evangelist Church, Fenton on Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 7pm for a Healing Mass. Come and be Blessed!! For more information contact Cookie (810) 629-6993 or Barb (248) 634-4106. FRIENDS Are you divorced, separated and looking for a support group? Then come to a meeting of FRIENDS. Topics of discussion include: The five stages of grieving, helping children cope, legal issues, and spirituality. We meet at St. Thomas Parish Center in Ann Arbor on the 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7:30pm. Contact Virginia Mikola (734) 994-9194 for more information. MASS INTENTIONS If you would like to have a Liturgy celebrated for a special intention, arrangements can be made by calling the parish office (810) 229-8624. 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. |
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