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11/05/00 ALL THINGS CONSIDERED A GREAT DAY! First, I would like to congratulate all our Confirmandi. It is my hope and my prayer that the significance of the Sacrament of Confirmation will continue to grow in your lives over the coming years. I also hope that the significance of your Confirmation will also become more and more apparent to the whole parish! For even as the Confirmandi are filled with the gifts of the Holy Spirit, our parish is filled with wonderful possibilities. It means that we can look to you to share in the vision of this community and, through the sharing of your gifts; you will be a part of making that vision a reality. This weekend is very important to us. Your desire to become full members of our Catholic Church, the combination of your personal gifts and the outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit means that we are much richer in the blessings of God than before! Congratulations! ON THE JOURNEY Next weekend, we celebrate a milestone in the lives of several people. For the last few months they have been INQUIRERS, coming together on Monday evenings to ask their questions about God, faith and the Catholic way of life. You may not have noticed it, but besides asking questions and looking for answers, they have also been closely watching YOU! The deacon and catechists try to explain things, but they LOOK at you to see if it is real. They may see me up front, but they LOOK at you to see how the Catholic Faith is lived out. Next Sunday morning at the 9 am Liturgy we will formally welcome these men, women and children who have been Inquirers and celebrate the Rite of Acceptance with them. Through this rite they will enter the Catechumenate. In this stage of their lives, they become "junior Catholics" Š they become a part of the Church, but not yet full members. Full membership is only achieved through Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. I invite you join me in welcoming them into our community next Sunday morning. I also want you to keep an eye on them to see how they grow in faith. They will certainly be watching you to see how faith is lived out. Perhaps their journey will enrich ours as we grow together in faith, love and service! IN THE KITCHENÉThe more observant will notice a new stove, oven and griddle in our kitchen. The appliances that had been there were refurbished (thanks to Ed Belanger) but we began having some problems with them. So it became necessary to replace them. Thanks to two donors, we were able to purchase the trio of appliances which are much more reliable and energy efficient I want to thank them for their generosity. I invite you to the K of C Spaghetti dinner next Saturday to see our newest additions and to test the results first hand. Reliable sources tell me we will be testing the griddle some Sunday morning in the near future. Fr. Dave Howell Liturgy Intentions For The Week Sunday, November 12 Monday, November 13 Tuesday, November 14 Wednesday, November 15 Thursday, November 16 Friday, November 17 Š Elizabeth of Hungary, married woman, religious
Saturday, November 18 Sunday, November 19 In Memorium Please remember in your prayers the Barclay family in the death of BobÕs father, Robert Barclay; the Linck family in the death of SharonÕs father, John Finn; and the Davis family in the death of PriscillaÕs brother-in-law, Daniel Schmidtke. Please pray that the sick will respond to GodÕs healing will, especially: Toni Brenneman, Kateri Sullivan-Golbiw, Donna Caldwell, Ralph Spencer, Bev Cermak, Fr. Bill Carolin, Jillian, Dottie King, Dave, Derrick Day, George LaVoie, Katelyn , Dante, Raynald Raymond, Rita Long, Joe, Bonnie Doty, Lottie Machowski, Jerome Wszola, Bob Johnson, Frank Gondek, Lane Kombs, Virginia Williams, Ralph Helmer, Joanne Fournier, Bev Zizka, Roger, 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 from God Fiscal Year runs from July 1, 2000 Š June 30, 2001 Thank you for your gifts Dates to Remember Monday, November 13 Tuesday, November 14 Wednesday, Novemver 15 Thursday, November 16 Friday, November 17 Saturday, November 18 Š Blood Pressure Weekend Sunday, November 19 Š Blood Pressure Weekend Religous Education This weekend we celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation with our youth. Just think, our High School youth, guided through their faith formation journey since 4th grade with Sr. Maryetta, stood before Bishop Mengeling and told him Confirmation was their choice! Many people helped to make this a community celebration. A few of those involved included our Confirmation catechists, Linda Kinneer, Maureen Thomas, Lisa Woodin, and Margaret Bandkau, also helping were Maggie and Mike Rife, Linda Dorset, and Mary Carol Fenrich. A special thanks to Diane Kubus for the beautiful mobile over the Baptismal Font! What a powerful symbol for the rest of our children to see. Steve and the music ministry team added the perfect musical touch to our Liturgy! Thanks also to all the 9th grade parents who baked and dropped off food for the reception and to those students who set-up, served, and cleaned up. Just a reminder, those preparing for the Sacrament of Penance, please make sure you have a workbook for your child. We are collecting coats for the needy in the barn, please drop them off this weekend and next. Thanks! I would like to congratulate all those who were confirmed. You have grown
over the years, and it is obvious how the Lord has worked in your life
and you have become a new creation. Please continue to be open to the
call in the Lord and grow. Always ask the Lord to be with you during times
of your life. We are so blessed to have you in our community. ON THE JOURNEY What ever happened to Thanksgiving? The day after Halloween I stopped at the intersection of Challis and Grand River and found myself face to face with Christmas trees and candy canes. What happened to the turkeys, the pilgrims and the Indians? While Thanksgiving in the United States is a national holiday, it does give us an opportunity to pause and think about the many blessings we have received over the past year. It says something to all of us about the importance of giving thanks. So often we only "resort" to prayer when things arenÕt going well; hopefully, Thanksgiving will help us remember that there are still four basic prayer forms: petition, praise, sorrow and thanksgiving. PS If you happen to spot a pilgrim or two in the next couple of weeks, please let me know! WeÕre planning dinner for our combined families (a possible 33 kids and grandkids) and IÕm in need of a lot of them! Yours on the journey, Marilyn SPONSOR OF THE WEEK YOUTH NEWS We have been asked to help a teacher at Mercy High School collect 1,500 stuffed animals to donate this Christmas season to children less fortunate. Tonight Red Wing tickets will be awarded to the person who brings in the most stuffed animals. Many of you stated last week that you have cleaned out your room and have a box full. Bring them in and perhaps you will be sitting in Joe Louis Arena this Wednesday evening. If you want to donate some of your like new or brand new stuffed friends, but cannot make SundayÕs meeting, please drop them off in my office. This teacher hopes to raise the whole 1,500 by the end of this month. Congratulations to all of you who received the sacrament of Confirmation. What a blessing you have received! Tom and I pray that you will use your gifts to become a better person, a person who lives their life spreading the Gospel by their actions. Jamboree 2000 is next week. I am looking forward to a great day. We will be traveling with St. PatÕs. All participants are expected to be at St. PatÕs parking lot no later than 8:15. We will return back at St. PatÕs. There is a meeting tonight despite the fact there are no religious ed classes. 7-9pm,in the youth room. M.U.D There is a sign up sheet in the gathering space for Ashley Court scheduled for November 14. Please make sure to take a permission slip and health form if you do not have one filled out. November 20 we will be sorting clothes in the barn from 6-9pm to help with our clothing drive. Margaret Callaghan "Warm the Children" Needs Shoppers - Each holiday season the Ann Arbor News collects cash donations to be used to purchase coats and clothing for needy school-aged children. "Warm the Children" needs adults willing to go shopping with one or two children and their parent at the Brighton Meijer Store. The shopping usually requires only one and a half-hours and you can select the time. If you are interested in this wonderful holiday service, please leave your name and phone number with Jan Carpenter (810) 227-5269. CLOTHING DRIVE Please note the following dates and times when you will be able to drop clothing off at the barn: Saturday, Nov. 11, 5:30-7pm During packing hours the weekdays of Nov. 13-17, clothing may also be dropped off. Sign-up sheets are in the gathering area to help with the packing. CARD PARTY SOCIAL On Saturday, Nov. 18, 7:30-10:30pm Community Life will be sponsoring a card party social after the K of C Spaghetti dinner. We welcome both Euchre and Pinochle players. If you are a novice or are just curious about learning how to play these popular card games, come join us. We will have instruction available throughout the evening to assist those who want to learn. So spread the word and come join us at the parish hall for an evening of card playing. Beverages, snacks and music will be provided. Sign-up sheets are in the gathering area. FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTHÉ Flu Shots will be given Nov. 25 from 5-6pm and Nov. 26 from 10am to 1pm. This service is $10 or free with Medicaid. November is National Diabetes Month. We will be conducting blood glucose screening after both Masses Nov. 19. Please refrain from any caloric intake after midnight. This service is free of charge. Blood Pressure Screening will be offered after all three Masses Nov. 18 and 19. Please stop by and visit our Education Station where information will be available on Diabetes detection and management. NOVEMBER CHARITY OF THE MONTH JUVENILE DIABETES What is diabetes? A Chronic, genetically determined, debilitation disease affecting every organ system. There are two major types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 (juvenile) is caused by the autoimmune destruction of the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas and is usually diagnosed in childhood. Facts about Type 1 (Juvenile) Diabetes
Remember that 25% of the Alms monies collected this month will be sent to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Please help with this disease that affects 30,00 Americans, 13,000 of whom are children. ThatÕs 35 children each and every day. SPAGHETTI DINNER SATURDAY November 18, from 5-6:30pm in the social hall. If you havenÕt ever tried this popular dinner, now is the time! The menu includes pasta, homemade meat and meatless sauces, fresh garden salad; fresh baked breadsticks with garlic butter, vanilla and spumoni ice cream and beverages. There will also be a door prize raffle, balloons for kids and Italian music. Admission is $5 for singles, seniors are $4, children, $2.50 and families $15. No sign-up is required. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Hope for the Holidays A seminar presented by Hospice of Michigan. A short talk, discussion and a ritual of healing and remembrance will be offered at no cost on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 6:30-8:00pm, here at St. Mary Magdalen. Call Margie Cron, 248-443-7647 for more information. MINISTER OF PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday, Nov. 12 Kathie Assenmacher, Jack Hornsberger LOAVES & FISH, 2000 A.D. Parishioners are urged to support this yearÕs special fundraising appeal for Catholic Social Services. LCCSS offers professional and confidential counseling, information and referral services, special assistance for area seniors and disabled adults, and family life education programs for all county residents regardless of financial circumstance. Contact Tom Lawrence, 227-7776 for more information |
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