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CONGRATULATIONS, FR. JERRY VINCKE Our parish marks another first as we celebrate the ordination of Fr. Jerry and the Mass of Thanksgiving.
Even though his presbyteral internship was only five months and mostly on weekends, you folks have responded wonderfully to him. I know he has experienced your sincere support and encouragement, which added significantly to this final stage of his preparation for priesthood.
You will have to pardon my gloating a bit, but I had warned him before he came - and you responded to him just as I had expected. I want to thank you for all that you have done for him.
The bishop entrusted Jerry not just to me but to us for this final stage of preparation. It allowed him to begin putting all the theory into practice. While I shared with him my own experiences of priesthood, the most important part of my life I shared with him was YOU!
We should be very pleased that we have helped prepare a good priest for service to God's people. I'm sure St. Thomas in Ann Arbor (his first assignment) will benefit, along with the other parishes in which he will serve later.
One final comment: Jerry asked me to let him know when I am finally ready to move to another parish. His desire to come back some day, speaks well of his time among us! Thanks! THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Almost four months ago I changed the time for Penance from 11:30 to noon to 3:30 to 4:00. I mistakenly assumed that this would be a more convenient time for folks. While there have rarely been many folks, there has been almost no one during the new time.
So beginning next Saturday, the regular time for the Sacrament of Penance will return
to 11:30 am until 12 noon.
Fr. Dave Howell
The family of Paul Allberry wishes to express thanks to all of those who gave their support and assisted with the funeral luncheon.
Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Miriam Marker, Jeanne (Sr. Maryetta's sister), Matt Even, Eileen Auld, Keith Kovach, Ellen Colombo, Ken Colombo, Emerson Brown, John Fay, Adeline Smith, Richard Waldeck, Clark, Larry Cecil, Anna Cecil, Catherine Howard, Dottie King, Nola Mitchell, Catherine Schumont, Ken Carson, Emily Cooper, Jake, Shirley Brake, Keith Dunn, Karen (Pat Spindler's daughter), Laurie Deirlein, Ron Schaar, Marilyn (Steve Crowell's mother), Jeannette Wood, Bob Chilton, Nancy, Jane, Merle, Ed, Zora Kolef, Keith Freel, Tom Cavanaugh, Timothy Richards, Mary Kay Davis, and Donovan.
DSA Of our 722 families, we have received responses from 273. Our total now stands at $50,481, which is 97% of our parish goal of $51,855. Thank you for your generous support to the 1999 Diocesan Services Appeal.
Who are The angels in our lives? This summer's Scripture and Stitches" will provide us with an opportunity to study the scriptural references to God's special friends while we use photo transfer techniques to incorporate our angels into this summer's quilt project. Our first meeting will be Tuesday, June 26th at 10:00 a.m. We will go over equipment needs and fabric selections that morning. Please let me know if you need daycare for your children. Yours on the journey, Marilyn
ROAST BEEF DINNER to cover costs of a bone marrow transplant for Keith Dunn (Carolyn Jandasek's son) will be held Sunday, June 27, from 12-4:00 p.m. Cost for the dinner is $7.00 for adults and $2.00 for children. Your support and your prayers in this effort would be greatly appreciated.
We congratulate their parents and godparents and offer them our prayers and support, as they accompany them on their journeys of faith.
Registration for Religious Education will be held this week, Monday through Friday, from 9:30-3:30 and 6:30-8:00. The fee for this year is $45 for 1, $70 for 2 and $85 for three or more.
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!
Sr. MaryettaStill a reminder that those who have made their deposit for NCYC will need to turn in $100.00 to me by June 20. This is earlier than the letter states that you received at the meeting back in March due to the overwhelming response of teens who want to go. Anyone who still wants to go, but has not yet turned in the $25.00, must turn in their $125.00 by June 20. Make checks payable to St. Mary Magdalen.
We do have a meeting tonight at 7:30. Please plan to bring your study materials for we will be studying tonight. Also, for those of you who are going to Cedar Point, don't forget your permission slips and health forms.
Congratulations to all of the graduating seniors from both Tommy and myself. It was
quite something to see all of you in your caps and gowns last weekend. We are very proud of you
for all that you have accomplished over these past four years. You are very special to us. Thank
you to all of you who gave us such a thoughtful gift. May God bless you all with His grace and
love throughout your journey in life.
Margaret Callaghan
Stewardship Report Last weekend approximately 1324 people participated in the Liturgies. These folks contributed $13,389.60 to the parish. Last year on this Sunday the contributions totaled $10,358.40.
DSA Of our 722 families, we have received responses from 269. Our total now stands at $49,321, which is 95% of our parish goal of $51,855. Thank you for your generous support to the 1999 Diocesan Services Appeal.
Food Collection Now that the summer months are upon us, please don't forget the food collection and alms box in the gathering area. People are still hungry; this doesn't go away because the weather is warm. Charity and Justice would like to give you a little background on the recipients of the food and alms donations you contribute each Sunday.
St. Anne's Parish was chosen as a recipient because they are the oldest parish in southern Michigan and we here at St. Mary Magdalen are the youngest. They are located near the old Tiger Stadium and are very close to Mexican Village. Many years ago, Fr. Dave's great-grandfather helped to place the crosses on the two steeples of the church. Our contributions are included in food baskets distributed to the needy, not only at holiday time, but all year round. This is a very needy area in Detroit.
Mary Lou Brown Ministry is located on Third Street, near Forest and the Lodge Expressway. This Ministry began 32 years ago. A parishioner told us of their good works and of their great need for food donations. Mary Lou Brown Ministry serves poor families and street people. No one is turned away, and no one is ever denied food. Our parish was mentioned in their March newsletter because we donated food, paper products and cleaning supplies. This Mission relies solely on donations, there is no government support.
The sign-up sheets are in the gathering space after Masses when required. Please stop by and volunteer to help deliver the gifts to these our brothers in Christ. For Jesus said, "What you do for the least of my brethren, you do also for me."
50+ Livingston County Area Catholic Council on Aging The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 23 at St. Agnes Parish, Fowlerville. Mass will be at 9:00am and the meeting will follow from 10:00-12:00 noon. All 50+ Catholics are invited to attend. Any questions or for more information call Cynthia Gagnier (810) 227-2151.
All young adults in their 20's and 30's are will be held at St. Michael in Grand Ledge on Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21, and 28, 1999. To register, call Young Adult Ministry (517) 342-2494.
DIOCESE OF LANSING - Program in Theological Studies, Siena Heights University (Call Mary Tardif at 517-342-2512 for more information.) Theology of the Church (Sept. 7-Dec. 14) Tues. 6:30-9:30pm at Ann Arbor St. Mary Student Parish. Theology of Ministry (Aug. 30-Dec. 13) Mon., 6:30-9:30pm at Brighton St. Patrick, taught by Audrey Brosnan.
ANN ARBOR CONCORDIA'S Accelerated Degree Program Complete your bachelor of arts degree in a Christian environment. Adults with at least 60 college credits are able to complete a BA degree in as little as 15 months by attending class one night a week. Information night is June 22, 6:00pm in the Manor House. Call (734) 995-4600 with questions.
ST. GEORGE PRE-KINDERGARTEN has openings for three, four and early five-year-olds for the 1999/2000 school year. If you are interested in enrolling your child in an excellent program, please call Kathie Anderer at (810) 229-0010.
I. Patricia Pless & Dennis Flynn
III. Paul Burant & Dana Robert
DATES TIMES
Friday, June 18 6-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 19 10-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 19 12:30-3:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 19 3:00-6:00 p.m.
PHOTO SESSION HOSTS NEEDED for the following dates and times. If you can help out, please leave your name and phone number with the host or call 225-9330. Thanks!
PICTURES REQUIRED OF THE MINISTRY TEAMS AND PARISH ACTIVITIES to be included in the new pictorial directory. Please submit your pictures to Deacon Dave by June 19. Include on the back of each picture the ministry team name or event. All current teams are asked to provide pictures; i.e., Charity and Justice (and sub-groups), Music, Art and Environment, Worship, K of C, Youth Group, BeFrienders, etc. We also need pictures of the Picnic, Journey with Jesus, Barn Dance, 50's Dance and any other area you can think of.
Perhaps you were unable to make an appointment when the sign-up sheets were in the gathering space, but can do so now. If either one of these profiles fits you, your dilemma can be solved by calling Carol Mitchell at (810) 225-9330. She can schedule you in!
OUR PARISH LIBRARY While waiting for kids, doctors, meetings....Pick up a magazine. Check out a copy or two of AMERICA. Keep it in the car for those few minutes of quiet. The 90th Anniversary issue of 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.
SEPARATED AND DIVORCED CATHOLICS The NACSDC will hold its international conference on the campus of Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana from June 24-27. Excellent speakers, spiritual programs, workshops on topics of interest to ALL divorced, separated, and widowed. This will include socials, banquet and opportunity to meet others from around the country. All faiths are welcome. Pre-registration is necessary. Call Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lansing, (517) 342-2458.
Holy Spirit in Hamburg is sponsoring a mission that will be facilitated by Fr. John Corapi, August 6, 7 and 8, 1999. Registration is $30 per person, which includes lunch and dinner on Saturday. For more information, please call (810) 231-6784. Leave your name, mailing address and phone number. Someone will return your call.
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.
CHANGE TO BE CONSIDERED IN BY-LAWS: The Pastoral Council shall be composed of twelve members who shall be representative of all the registered and Confirmed membership of the parish, and a thirteenth member for one year of the high school youth. The twelve members shall be elected at large in the manner as prescribed in Section I and the thirteenth member representing the high school youth shall also be elected at that time: Elections. Each member shall serve for a three year term, beginning with the June meeting in the year they were chosen, with the exception of the high school youth representative, who will serve for one year. Only one third (four) council members and the high school youth representative shall be elected each year. The pastor serves as president and a member of the parish staff may be appointed to the council by him. Elected or appointed council members may serve no more than three consecutive years.
Sunday June 13
Ex 19:2-6a/Rom 5:6-11/Mt 9:36 - 10:8
Monday, June 14
2 Cor 6:1-10/Mt 5:38-42
9:00 a.m. Kathy Roux
Tuesday, June 15
2 Cor 8:1-9/Mt 5:43-48
9:00 a.m. Herbert Anderer
Wednesday, June 16
2 Cor 9:6-11/Mt 6:1-6,16-18
7:00 p.m. Mimi Callaghan
Thursday, June 17
2 Cor 11:1-11/Mt 6:7-15
9:00 a.m. Edmund LeClaire
Friday, June 18 The Sacred Heart of Jesus
2 Cor 11:18,21b-30/Mt 6:19-23
9:00 a.m.Paul Allberry
Saturday, June 19 Immaculate Heart of Mary
2 Cor 12:1-10/Mt 6:24-34
Sunday, June 20
Jer 20:10-13/Rom 5:12-15/Mt 10:26-33
4:30 Leo Grace
9:00 a.m. Barbara Greilach
11:00 a.m. John Loveland
Monday, June 14
9:30-3:30 & 6:30-8:00 Religious Ed Registration
7:30 E-Team
7:30 Baptism Workshop
Tuesday, June 15
9:30-3:30 & 6:30-8:00 Religious Ed Registration
3:00-9:30 p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
7:30 p.m. Inquiry
Wednesday, June 16
9:30-3:30 & 6:30-8:00 Religious Ed Registration
3:00-9:30 p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
7:30 p.m. Pastoral Council (Room 4)
7:45 p.m. Revelation (Chapel)
Thursday, June 17
9:30-3:30 & 6:30-8:00 Religious Ed
Registration
10:00 a.m. Revelation (Adult Formation)
3:00-9:30 p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
7:30 p.m. Music Ministry
Friday, June 18
9:30 a.m. M.O.M.S. Core Group
9:30-3:30 & 6:30-8:00 Religious Ed Registration
3:00-9:30 p.m. Olan Mills (Social Hall)
Saturday, June 19
10:00-5:00 Olan Mills (Social Hall)
Sunday, June 20
No Youth Group
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