A SECOND HOLY THURSDAY Next weekend, we celebrate the Feast of the Body of Christ. Here at Magdalen, it will be a special day of prayer. Liturgical historians suggest that this feast was first celebrated in the town of Orvietto, Italy before the end of the first millennium. That makes this feast over 1,000 years old. This feast was celebrated on the second Thursday after Pentecost. Within a few hundred years of its origin, the feast was extended to the whole Church as a holy day of obligation.
While much of the Church still celebrates it on Thursday, in this country it was moved to the second Sunday after Pentecost.
My purpose in telling you the history is simply to make a connection between Corpus Christi and Holy Thursday. On Holy Thursday, we remember how the Lord gave His life for us and to us. This second "holy Thursday" (Corpus Christi) is meant to focus our attention on how the Lord gives Himself to us in the Eucharist. WATCH and PRAY with ME On Holy Thursday, Jesus invited His disciples to the garden to "watch and pray with me". Next Sunday He extends that invitation to us again. From noon until 6 pm, you are invited to come and spend some time in prayer before the Lord. At the end of the 11 am Liturgy, the Blessed Sacrament will be carried in procession to Holy Cross Chapel (near the office entrance). You are invited to come during these six hours to spend some time in prayer and adoration.
The Eucharist will be displayed in a special vessel called a monstrance, allowing us to see the Blessed Sacrament. It will be as if the Liturgy "froze" just as the minister held up the Eucharist before us, saying: "The Body of Christ!" This gives us the opportunity to ponder the wonderful gift Christ gives us in the Sacrament of His Body.
I truly hope that as many people as possible - especially our Ministers of Prayer - will take whatever time their schedule will allow to come and pray before the Lord.
Adoration will end with Solemn Vespers at 6 pm. Vespers is an older name for Evening Prayer. Those who participate are asked to assemble in church. At 6 pm, we will carry the Eucharist back into church and conclude this day of prayer with the Church's prayer. PRAYING FOR JERRY Our deacon intern, Jerry Vincke, began his retreat this week in preparation for ordination to the priesthood on the following Saturday, June 12. So I invite your prayer next Sunday afternoon as a special gift of support for Jerry.
A RIDDLE Melinda Wolterman sent me a picture and and riddle. I will share the riddle with
you. "What is greater than God, more evil than the devil; the rich don't have it but poor have too
much of it?" (See the last page of the bulletin to find the answer.)
Fr. Dave Howell
MEMORIAL DAY began as a day set aside to honor those who have died in war. Over the years, its meaning has broadened to become a day of remembrance of all those who have died. Liturgically, this is the purpose of All Souls Day (Nov.2) But the national holiday gives a second day to remember those who have gone before us. The Memorial Day Liturgy will be celebrated at 9:00 am in the Worship area.
Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Miriam Marker, Eileen Auld, Keith Kovach, Ellen Colombo, Ken Colombo, Emerson Brown, John Fay, Adeline Smith, Richard Waldeck, Clark, Jan Mazurkiewicz, Larry Cecil, Anna Cecil, Catherine Howard, Ian Dunworth, Dottie King, Nola Mitchell, Catherine Schumont, Ken Carson, Emily Cooper, Jake, Shirley Brake, Keith Dunn, Karen (Pat Spindler's daughter), Evan Snowgold, Baby Keegan, Brenda, Laurie Deirlein, John Gury, Cheryl Franks, Ron Schaar, Debbie Hartwig, Marilyn (mother of Steve Crowell), Jeannette Wood, Bob Chilton, Kenneth Allen, Nancy, Jane, Merle, Ed, Zora Kolef, Keith Freel, Tom Cavanaugh, Timothy Richards, Mary Kay Davis, Donovan and Audrey Grace (mother of Judy Kronk).
MASS INTENTIONS If you would like to have a Liturgy celebrated for a special intention, arrangements can be made by calling the parish office. 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.
This Pentecost was particularly meaningful for three women of our parish as they shared in a special way the life of the Holy Spirit.
On Saturday evening, Karen Alfanos formally became a member of our Catholic community as she made her profession of faith and was joined with Mandi Dobrynski and Maragaret Szczepanski in receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. We congratulate each of them and their families and ask God's blessings on them as they continue their journeys of faith. Yours on the journey, Marilyn
On Sunday, June 6, we would like to honor this year's graduates and their families at the 9:00am liturgy. Following the Mass, a breakfast will be held for the graduates and their families in the social hall. If you are a 1999 graduate and would like to participate, sign up in the gathering area or contact Barb Colley (810) 227-7108.
Registration for Religious Education will be held the week of June 14. The fee for this year is $45 for 1, $70 for 2 and $85 for three or more. Registration will be held from 9:30-3:30 and 6:30 to 8:00. Schedule for next year: Kindergarten during the 11am liturgy, Grades 1-6 from 9:30-10:45 on Sunday, and Grades 1-8 on Wednesday and Thursday 6:30-7:45. The ninth and tenth grades meet Sunday evening from 5:45-7:00pm. We are in need of catechists, aides and hall monitors.
Journey with Jesus will be held the first week of August. Please join us for a wonderful week!
Last weekend we participated in the Relay for Life Cancer Walk. WOW! It was fun, a long 24 hours, but fun. I would like to thank all who participated. The walk gave us an opportunity to get to know each other better. I'm looking forward to next year already.
If you have already made your deposit for NCYC, please turn in another $100 to me by June 20. The overwhelming response to this event has prompted having your money in at an earlier date. If you would like to go, but have not registered, I'll need $125 from you by June 20 as well. Checks should be made payable to St. Mary Magdalen.
On Saturday, June 5, from 3-7:00pm, Tommy and I will be having an end of the school year BBQ for all teens who wish to come. Please r.s.v.p. (810) 227-7937.
A meeting regarding our walk for Autism is scheduled for Wednesday, June 9, 7:30-8:30pm in the youth room. If you wish to participate in the planning and organization of this fund raiser, please plan to attend.
We hope that everyone has a safe and wonderful Memorial Day weekend, the official start to summer. There is no meeting this weekend, so we'll see everyone on June 5!! Margaret Callaghan
Stewardship Report Last weekend approximately 1314 people participated in the Liturgies. These folks contributed $12,235.38 to the parish. Last year on this Sunday the contributions totaled $7,563.66. DSA Of our 722 families, we have received responses from 264. Our total now stands at $47,941, which is 92% of our parish goal of $51,855. Thank you for your generous support to the 1999 Diocesan Services Appeal.
DIOCESAN YOUNG ADULT PICNIC for single and married folks will be held at Patriarch Park in East Lansing Saturday, June 12, from 1-5pm. Bring your own food. Call the Young Adult Ministry (517) 342-2494.
Now that spring is here, it's time to give your marriage a fresh start. Shake off those winter blahs and pump some new life and new beginnings into your relationship. Remind your spouse that he or she is still number one in your life. Make a Marriage Encounter Weekend and re-discover the romance of your relationship. If you would like more information or would like to schedule a schedule a weekend call toll free (888) 628-7433.
Habitat for Humanity Golf Outing June 28, 1999
Whispering Pines, Pinckney
Cost $100 per person includes:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
18 holes of golf, cart and great prizes
Hole Sponsor $400 - Cart Sponsor $75
Help make a difference!
See Registration forms in the back of the church or call Casey Clabby (810) 227-5347.
CAREGIVERS' ISSUES, a presentation for those who care for aging parents/loved ones, will be the topic of discussion at two different locations. Take your choice of June 23 at the Howell Rec Center or August 19 at Hazel Nut Apartments in Fowlerville. These will be presented by Darlene Fraley, Livingston County Catholic Social Services. Call (810) 227-2151 for more information.
A Monthly Caregiver Support Group is ongoing. This is an opportunity to share experiences, discuss important issues, and learn about resources and referrals. Call Darlene Fraley (Interfaith Volunteer Caregiver Program Coordinator - Catholic Social Services) at the number listed above for more information.
Habitat for Humanity Golf Outing will be held June 28, 1999 at Whispering Pines in Pinckney. Cost is $100 per person, which includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 18 holes of golf, cart and great prizes. Hole sponsor $400, Cart sponsor $75. Help make a difference! Registration forms will be in the back of the church or call Casey Clabby (810) 227-5347.
I. Paul Burant & Dana Robert
SUCCESSFUL SINGLE PARENTING, sponsored by Livingston County Catholic Social Services is a four-week workshop held in Howell, and designed for single parents who wish to enhance their parenting skills in an informal and supportive environment. Workshops will be held on Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 7-9:00pm. Fee is $40. Call by July 1 at (810) 227-2151 to register.
Join Fr. Phil Gallagher and Fr. Jim Schmitt for a 10-day journey through the land of our faith. Visit such places as the Garden of Gethsemane and the Dome of the Rock. Celebrate Mass at the Church of the Nativity, Church at the Mt. of Beatitudes, the chapel of the Upper Room, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Renew your baptism in the Jordan River or your Wedding vows in Cana. The tour departs Detroit on November 1-10, 1999. $2,599 per person dbl. package includes air fare, hotel and meals. Call for a brochure (877-4 go pilgrim) Space is limited.
THE LIVING WORD presents the Passion Play in Cambridge, Ohio, Thursdays through Saturdays, beginning June 17 through August 28, and the four Saturdays in September. Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children ages 12 and under. This is a 2 1/2 hour drama depicting the life of Christ: His birth, His ministry, His entry into Jerusalem, The Last Supper, His trials, crucifixion, Resurrection and Ascension. For more information, contact Cambridge Visitors & Convention Bureau at 1-800-933-5480.
June 11-13, 1999 Adrian, MI
A weekend retreat will be offered at Weber Center in Southwestern Michigan for single women
ages 18-45 who would like to take a closer look at religious life as a personal choice. Join a
group of other Catholic women for prayer, dialog, presentations and discussion on life as an
Adrian Dominican Sister. To reserve a space on this retreat, or to receive additional information
contact:
Sr. Joann Plumpe, OP
1257 Siena Heights Drive
Adrian, MI 49221-1793
E-mail: adplumpe@aol.com.
Visit the web site: www.op.org./adrian
OBERAMMERGAU 2000 - THE PASSION PLAY in the Bavarian Alps of Germany: Visit France, Germany and Switzerland with Fr. George C. Michalek from September 11-22, 2000 for $2,929 from New York and see the famous Oberammergau Passion Play. For more details, contact Pat McGregor (517) 627-8350.
INTERNATIONAL LITURGY PUBLICATIONS is sponsoring a number of tours, both internationally and within these United States. For information on any of their tours, call 1-800-486-8359, ext. 304.
While waiting for kids, doctors, meetings... Pick up a magazine. Check out a copy or two of AMERICA from the Parish Library. Keep it in the car for those few minutes of quiet. The 90th Anniversary issue (April 17, 1999) is especially interesting with articles from past issues by some of the great Catholic philosophers, theologians and activists of this century, Dorothy Day, Thomas Merton, Henri J.M. Nouwen and others. And don't miss film critic, Richard Blake's satire on how the story of Jack and Jill would be reported in the various Catholic publications.
JUBILEE 2000 PILGRIMAGES (DIOCESE OF LANSING Beside encouraging family and parish pilgrimages in the "Year of the Father" 1999, the Diocese of Lansing is promoting pilgrimages within the diocese and abroad. Trips to points of interest within the Diocese and outside the United States abound throughout the year. If you are interested in looking into one of these pilgrimages, a brochure is available in the parish office for your perusal.
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Sunday May 30 The Holy Trinity
Ex 34:4b-6,8-9/2 Cor 13:11-13/Jn 3:16-18
Monday, May 31 The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth
Zep 3:14-18/Lk 1:39-56
9:00 a.m. Those who have died in war
Tuesday, June 1 Justin, martyr
Tb 2:9-14/Mk 12:13-17
9:00 a.m. Rebecca Norman
Wednesday, June 2
Tb 3:1-11a,16-17a/Mk 12:18-27
7:00 p.m. In Thanksgiving
Thursday, June 3 Charles Lwanga, catechist, and his companions, martyrs
Tb 6:11; 7:1,9-17; 8:4-9a/Mk 12:28b-34
9:00 a.m. Nadezda Hass
Friday, June 4
Tb 11:5-17/Mk 12:35-37
9:00 a.m.50th Anniversary John & Margaret Yanok
Saturday, June 5
Tb 12:1,5-15,20/Mk 12:38-44
Sunday, June 6 The Body and Blood of Christ
Dt 8:2-3,14b-16a/1 Cor 10:16-17/Jn 6:51-58
4:30 Frank & Helen Dinda
9:00 a.m. St. Mary Magdalen Parishioners
11:00 a.m. Mildred Radtke
Monday, May 31
Parish Office Closed
Tuesday, June 1
3-9:30 p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
7:30 p.m. Inquiry (Conference Room)
Wednesday, June 2
10:00 a.m. Scripture & Stitches (Adult Formation)
3-9:30p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
7:30 p.m. Worship Team (Conference Room)
7:45 p.m. Revelation (Adult Formation)
Thursday, June 3
10:00 a.m. Revelation (Adult Formation)
3-9:30 p.m.Olan Mills (Social Hall)
7:30 p.m. Music Ministry
7:30 p.m. RCIA Core Team (Adult Formation)
Friday, June 4
3-9:30p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
Saturday, June 5
10am-5p.m. Olan