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10/15/00 ALL THINGS CONSIDERED LEARNING TO PRAY Anyone who takes the Gospel seriously will also desire the gift of a rich prayer life that will enable him or her to live in communion with the Lord. That is why the Regional Mission that will take place this week is such a blessing during this Jubilee Year. This Mission or retreat is intended for everyone in our region. It will take place at St. PatÕs in Brighton this Sunday evening through Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30. On Monday and Tuesday there will be special, separate sessions for children and teens. The theme of the Mission is from Luke 11.2. The disciples of Jesus had been watching Him pray and marveled at the way He entered into a communion with the Father. So they asked Him to teach them to pray as John, the Baptizer, had taught his disciples. Some of the best preachers in our diocese, including our bishop, will join us to share with us their insights into the role of prayer in our daily lives, its power and the many way we can learn to pray. Several of our folks are involved in this effort. Our Liturgical Musicians will share their ministry on Monday evening and other parishioners will be there as hospitality, ushers and readers. Bishop Mengeling will be the presider at the Liturgy that will close the Mission on Wednesday evening. I hope you will make plans to come all four evenings (or whichever evenings you are able)!! All meetings and activities here at the parish will be cancelled on those evenings so that we can be at the Mission! I would suggest that you car pool with others and come early if at all possible. Parking at St. PatÕs can be difficult at the best of times and I am sure it will prove to be a challenge during the Mission. BEYOND THE SLICK SLOGANS As we approach election day, I would ask you to seriously look at and carefully listen to all of the candidates running for president, Congress, the state Legislature and the courts. I beg you, PLEASE DO NOT choose the candidates for whom you will vote based on their advertising and slogans!! Be more thoughtful, read about their stands on different issues and vote for the ones that represent your principles and will best serve our nation, state and county (not just self interest). Do they value life Š from conception until natural death? Do they seek just (fair) solutions to the problems that confront society? Do they believe in the common good (what is best for all)? Do they promote a genuine concern for the poor, the weak, the frail, the vulnerable? How do they define marriage and family? Do they seek to make our communities safer? If you havenÕt paid too much attention up until now, I would remind you that it is less than a month before the election. Now is the time to listen carefully to what the candidates are really saying about the issues. Fr. Dave Howell Banns of Marriage I. Adam Flecks & Samantha Hays Liturgy Sunday, October 15 Monday, October 16 Tuesday, October 17 Š Ignatius of Antioch, bp., martyr Wednesday, October 18 Š Luke, evangelist 2 Thursday, October 19 Š North American Martyrs Friday, October 20 Saturday, October 21 Sunday, October 22 Tuesday, October 17th Š St. Ignatius of Antioch Bishop of Antioch and a notable martyr of the early Church. Probably born in Syria, Ignatius was perhaps a disciple of Sts. Peter and Paul, or possibly St. John. One tradition declares that he was the child mentioned in Mt (18:1-6) who was placed by Christ among the Apostles. He was perhaps the second bishop of Antioch (according to Origen) or the third (according to Eusebius) and called Theophoros (God-bearer). Arrested by Roman authorities, he was sent to Rome for execution and, in the company of several soldiers, set out on the road to the Eternal City. Along the way Ignatius composed epistles (or letters) to the Christian communities of Ephesus, Magnesia, Tralles, Rome, Philadelphia, Smyrna, and a farewell letter to Bishop Polycarp. The Letters of Ignatius have long been greatly honored by the Church for their eloquent, detailed glimpses of the Church. He died by being thrown to the wild beasts in the Roman Circus. Please pray that the sick will respond to GodÕs healing will, especially: Daniel Schmidtkey, Bud Hayes, Rita Long, Joe, Dick Clabby, Bonnie Doty, Lottie Machowski, Frank Gondek, Jerome Wszola, Bob Johnson, Pat Browning, Ralph Helmer, Joanne Fournier, Bev Zizka, Candy Philbrick, Roger, Kevin Weitzel, Hogan McCuan, Barry Wilkinson, Bob Chilton, Maryanna, Fr. Terry Dumas, Kyle Ward, Lee Alstott, Fr. Gil Rahrig, Vincent Kramer, 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 Columbo, Adeline Smith, Larry Cecil, Karen, Laurie Deirlein, Jeanette Wood, and Donovan. Gifts for God Fiscal Year runs from July 1, 2000 Š June 30, 2001 Using Stewardship envelopes $15,580 Thank you for your gifts Dates to Remember Monday, October 16 Tuesday, October 17 Wednesday, October 18 Thursday, October 19 Friday, October 20 Saturday, October 21 Sunday, October 22 Blood Pressure Weekend Religous Education Last Saturday we celebrated the Rite of Election for the candidates (Confirmandi) who are beginning their final preparation towards Confirmation. Their parents presented each of their young adults to Fr. Dave, assuring him and our parish family that they have taken their formation seriously and are ready to be presented to Bishop Mengeling. We, the parish, showed our support for the Confirmandi on their journey as they presented their letters requesting the Sacrament of Confirmation. These letters will be sent to the Bishop. Please keep our Candidates in your prayers by taking one of the flames with their names on it and keeping them in your daily prayers. Letters will be sent out next week to the 9th grade parents asking for help with the reception following the celebration of Confirmation. All 9th grade families are asked to help host this reception in set-up, clean up, donating foods, or serving; so please call the office to let us know how you will help! Confirmation will be celebrated on Saturday, November 11th, at the 4:30 Liturgy; please join us. Just a reminder classes for Religious Education are cancelled Oct.15-19 to allow our youth in gr. 5-12 and adults to attend the Regional Mission at St. PatÕs. Mary Mahar ON THE JOURNEY ON THE JOURNEY As some of you may already know, I was on vacation the past two weeks. One of the many interesting experiences we encountered in Greece, was two Sundays ago. In a country which is predominantly Greek Orthodox, finding a Roman Catholic Church was somewhat of a challenge. As it turned out, on the small island of Mykonos there was one of each and we celebrated Mass that day in eight different languages. The Greek speaking priest led us in our Latin responses while we all sang the songs in our native languages. What an experience it was bringing home in a very special way the universality of our faith and richness of our Catholic traditions. ItÕs not too late to join the book of Exodus Bible study on Thursday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Adult Formation Room. Hopefully it will put us in touch with our Jewish roots and provide a window of understanding as we follow the life of Christ. GRIEF RETREAT is Sunday, Oct. 29, 2-5:00pm. This three hour workshop will address the emotional, spiritual and intellectual aspects of mourning. The format of the program includes speakers and time to share mutual concerns and experiences. For more information call Marilyn Rhadigan at 229-8624. Our Retirees Lunch Bunch meets this Thursday at 12:15. Bring a sack lunch and join us as we listen to Kathy Rigley, a parishioner and occupational therapist , providing us with some tips to prevent accidents and falls. The Wednesday morning MOMS group will be offering a book discussion on Nov. 29 at 9:30 a.m. The book is Nicholas SparksÕ "The Notebook". If you would like more information about this or any of the MOMS activities, please call Jeanette Martin at 229-5197. Yours on the journey, Marilyn In Sympathy Please remember in your prayers Mike & Cindy Bodziak and family in the death of CindyÕs mother Dolores Modlinski MINISTER OF PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday, Oct. 15 Monday, Oct 16 Tuesday, Oct. 17 Wednesday, Oct. 18 Thursday, Oct 19 Friday, Oct 20 Saturday, Oct. 21 All Souls Day Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, November 2, at 7p.m. We invite all parishioners to attend. We especially invite those who have lost a family member or friend within the last year. If you cannot attend, please submit names of family and friends who have died this year to the office for inclusion in the prayers. Workshop on Joint Protection and Energy Conservation Mrs. Kathy Rigley an occupational therapist ( and member of St. Mary Magdalen Parish). Will present a workshop on joint protection & energy conservation on Friday, October 20 here at St. Mary Magdalen from 2-4pm. This program is the second in a speaker series that has focused on Arthritis education and prevention. KathyÕs practice has included assessment and treatment of adults and children with a variety of arthritis and orthopedic related injuries. She will introduce information that is especially vital to reducing fatigue, joint stress, injury and pain. A sign up sheet is in the gathering area or contact Joyce Gonda (810) 632-7961. Flu Shot Clinic will be November 25 and 26 here at St. Mary Magdalen after all Masses. This late date is due to the vaccine shortage. If you think you may be at risk, please call your health care provider to explore a more expedient option for receiving the vaccine. The Commission of Disease Control now recommends that all people older than 50 receive a flu shot. Experts also urge shots for people under 50 with chronic conditions such as diabetes, anemia, emphysema and diseases of the heart, lung or kidney, children and teens who take aspirin long term for another condition, and health-care workers treating the chronically ill. Flu shots are $10 or free with Medicare. This program is sponsored by McPherson Hospital and hosted by the Parish Nurse Ministry. October 21 & 22 is Blood Pressure Screening Weekend and MenÕs and WomenÕs Issues will be the focus of our health promotion. Please come to gather information regarding such topics as prostate and breast cancer as well as osteoporosis. Health prevention and screening is one way we can say "yes" to life! Youth News Tonight is the beginning of the regional mission. There will be no youth group so we can all participate. It is at St. PatÕs from 7-8:30pm Sunday evening through Wednesday evening. There will be something for everyone and I encourage you and your family to participate. Our haunted house planning is coming along great. The teens are hard at work and are dedicated to making this event a success. Going on at the same time in the social hall will a family Halloween party complete with games, a DJ and a costume contest. All this fun takes place Saturday, October 28, from 7-10pm. Mark your calendars now. Jamboree 2000! Registration forms have been handed out. Please take the time to look them over. We already have 20 people signed up, our biggest sign up ever for this event. Any parent interested in chaperoning please call me. I assure you that it will be a great day! M.U.D In the gathering space is a listing of our activities schedule from now until December. Please take one. Our first dance and games night will be Saturday,October 21, from 7-10pm. Anyone who can chaperon is asked to call me. Thank you. Margaret Callaghan Putting Kids First Ballot Proposal 1 " As those first responsible for the education of their children, parents have the right to choose a school for them which corresponds to their own convictions. This right is fundamental." (Catechism of the Catholic Church) Proposal 1 would allow parents in failing school districts to choose a nonpublic school if they feel it would better serve their child. Vote YES! Living ChristÕs Presence I is the name of the five-week prayer group offered this fall. Beginning the week of October 22, each group will meet to view a short video and discuss the center of our faith, the Eucharist. Sign-up sheets and a copy of the book are in the gathering space. Please call Sue Weir (229-7738) with any questions or concerns. Hospice Š an Open Meeting Marie Kuykendall, a team member of Hospice of Michigan and a member of St. Mary Magdalen, will present the Hospice philosophy. This will be an informative evening highlighting the varied services to patients and families with time for questions and answers about end-of-life care. This will take place at St. JohnÕs in Hartland on October 23 from 7-9pm in the Worship area. Call Bev at 517-546-7200 with any questions. SPONSOR OF THE WEEK - LIVINGSTON CENTER OF ALLERGYÉ. Project Rachel is a post-abortion healing ministry of the Diocese of Lansing who, along with Holy Spirit Parish, will be sponsoring a post-abortion support group for Catholic women in the Hamburg/Brighton/Ann Arbor area beginning this month. Please contact Toni Rossi at 1-800-968-0968 for more information. The Inter-Faith Task Force of Livingston County Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention Council presents Domestic Violence Training for Faith Leaders on Thursday, October 26, 11:00am Š 3:00pm at McPherson Hospital Community Rooms, Howell. Call Angela at 517-548-1350 for more information. Stress Management for Women Family, career, homeÉa womanÕs life in todayÕs world gets busier and more chaotic each day it seems. This seminar will provide techniques and strategies for todayÕs woman to "keep it together". It will be held Thursday, Nov. 2, 7-8:30pm at Livingston County Catholic Social Services. Fee is $30. Early registration recommended! Call 517-545-5944 for more information. Saint Augustine and the Christ Journey of the Heart - ComeÉ.better understand and relish your Walk with the Lord. Presentations by Fr. Thomas Martin, O.S.A., Ph.D. The day includes time for quiet prayer, reflection and discussion Saturday, October 28 (10-2:30pm) at St. Matthew Church (Field House) 706 Beach Street, Flint, Michigan. Suggested donation is $6 and includes conference and lunch. Call 810-232-0880. Day of Prayer & Spirituality Tuesday, October 24, 9:30am-2:pm St. Matthew Church in Flint (designated by Bishop Mengeling as a Pilgrimage and Jubilee Indulgence Church during the Holy Year 2000) will provide the opportunity to share our faith as a community and to prepare to receive a Plenary Indulgence in accordance with regulations. Speakers include Fr. Thomas Dubay, Fr. William Healy, Fr. Jeff Robideau and Fr. Don Brick. The day will include Holy Mass at 12:15pm and confessions will be available. Suggested donation $5, or $8 per family, will benefit Right to Life in Flint. Call Fran at 248-623-6816 for more information. |
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