ALL THINGS CONSIDERED
YEAR END EVALUATION
On June 19, our Pastoral & Finance Councils and all our ministry teams involved with planning will come together. Using our Vision Statement, we will evaluate all of our accomplishments from this past year and evaluate our success in achieving the goals we set for ourselves last September.This becomes the last meeting of those who are leaving ministry teams and the first meeting of those who are joining. While the new people may not feel like they have much to contribute to the discussion, it is important for everyone to participate. The review of the year’s efforts serves as an orientation to new members, helping them better understand the work of the ministry team. The gathering also helps prepare us for the September goal-setting meeting: DIRECTIONS 2003.
The evening will begin with a Mass of Thanksgiving at 7 pm in church and continue in the social hall! New and departing members of our councils, Adult Formation, Charity & Justice, Community Life, Parish Health, Properties, Religious Formation and Worship are asked to mark June 19 on their calendars!
THE FUTURE
Many people are unaware that our present worship area is intended to be temporary. Eventually a larger church will be built directly in front of our present building.Before we ever started to build, we spent a great deal of time projecting our future growth. So far, our projections have been fairly accurate. While there are fewer registered families than we projected, the numbers of those attending Sunday Liturgy and Religious Ed are right on the mark.
If the present economic situation holds, we will outgrow our present building around 2005. Fortunately, we are also projected to pay off our mortgage about the same time!! By the end of the month, we will have paid off $2.2 million of our debt, leaving under $1.5 million remaining! Thanks to the faithful stewardship of so many, our mortgage will be paid off THREE years ahead of schedule.
According to our master plan, our future church will be built between the front door and the statue of Mary. The new main entrance will be directly off the parking lot. The new church will seat 1200 (that’s why we expanded the parking lot). The present worship area will become our "great hall", a social hall that will seat 200-450, and fourteen rooms for Religious Ed. The present hall will be converted to permanent classrooms, giving us a total of 24-26 rooms for education and meetings. The offices will expand into the chapel; rooms 1-3 will become the Adult Formation\parlor area, the nursery will double in size and the present Adult Formation Room will become the library\conference room.
Just thought you’d like a vision of the future!
Fr. Dave Howell
Sunday, June 9
Hos 6:3-6/Rom 4:18-25/Mt 9:9-13
Monday, June 10
1 Kgs 17:1-6/Mt 5:1-12
9:00 am Brigette Charnesky
Tuesday, June 11 - Barnabas, apostle
Acts 11:21-26, 13:1-3/Mt 5:13-16
9:00 am Dave & Judy Scharf 42nd Wedding Anniversary
Wednesday, June 12
1 Kgs 18:20-39/Mt 5:17-19
7:00 pm V Dorothy Deater
Thursday, June 13 - Anthony of Padua, presb. relig., doctor
1 Kgs 18:41-46/Mt 5:20-26
9:00 am V Fr. William Koenigsknecht
Friday, June 14
1Kgs 19:9a, 11-16/Mt 5:27-32
9:00 am Matt Conahan
Saturday, June 15
1 Kgs 19:19-21/Mt 5:33-37
Sunday, June 16
Ex 19:2-6a/Rom 5:6-11/Mt 9:36-10:8
4:30 (Vigil) Living & Deceased Fathers
9:00 am St. Mary Magdalen
11:00 am Living & Deceased Fathers
Please pray that the sick will respond to God’s healing will, especially: Scott Delplace, Mikaela, Marie Seagel, Laura, Pat Fuller, Jessica, Ninfa Aragona, Renee, Nancy Sharpy, Judy LaGrow, Grace, Becky Wilson, Kyle Happley, Bob Stecewicz, Mike Beauchamp, Jody, George Sierant, Bradley Stevens, Ruth, Maurine, Marcella, Paul Domsic, Ashley Horning, Charlie Brenner, Alexandria Nelson, Jessica Wolfe, Debbie, Ginther, Ralph Bennett, Shannon McKay, Joseph Hommel, Sr., Robert Grace, Don Camden, Evelyn, Alicia Miller, Peter Bumpus, Sam Marino, Bill, Craig Livingston, Joyce, Bill Kottke, Colette Bertrand, Laura Drittler, Sophie Martin, June Bennett, Ethan Montague, Micah Zielinski, Matt Even, Mel Oja, Jimmy Sexton, Mary Lou Colgin, Mary Beth, Joey Boyd, Bishop Povish, and Donovan.
Fiscal Year runs from
July 1, 2001 — June 30, 2002
Total income for the week of June 1/2, 2002
Approximately 1424 people participated:
Using Stewardship envelopes $19,565
Loose Collection/other $1,060
Using Children envelopes $45
Stewardship Total $20,670
Weekly Expenses/Including Mortgage $18,798
+/- for week without Bldg. Pledges +1,872
Building Fund Pledge Payments …….….$450
+/- for week $+2,322
+/- year to date w/o Building Pledges.$+41,757
+/- year to date with Building Pledges$+72,123
Thank you for your gifts
MINISTER OF PRAYER SCHEDULE
Sunday, June 9 Diane Kubus
Monday, June 10 Diane Boudah, Ginger Smith-Hauck
Tuesday, June 11 Dena Sulkowski, Emma Aiello
Wednesday, June 12 George Schultz
Thursday, June 13 Joan Houran
Friday, June 14 Donna VanBuskirk, Mary Ann Hargrave
Saturday, June 15 Theresa Wolterman, Cathy Goettsche
1-800-MASS TIMES
There is a nationwide ministry available to traveling Catholics providing free information on the location of the nearest church and times of Masses on weekends and holy days. This service is available to all parishes by calling 1-800-627-7846.
LIFE is worth PRESERVING donate bloodFriday, June 14, 1:00 — 6:45 PM at St. Mary Magdalen. Together we can save a life.
II. Aaron Jubar & Jill Spalding
Monday, June 10
10:00 a.m. Parents of Twins (AFR & Nursery)
7:00 p.m. Children’s Inquiry (Rm 1 & 2)
7:30 p.m. RCIA Inquiry (AFR)
Tuesday, June 11
12:15 p.m. Senior Group (AFR)
7:30 p.m. Baptism Evening of Awareness (AFR)
7:30 p.m. Community Life (Workroom)
Wednesday, June 12
9:30 a.m. M.O.M.S. (AFR)
Thursday, June 13
7:30 p.m. Music Ministry
Friday, June 14
1pm-7pm Blood Drive (Social Hall)
Saturday, June 15
Blood Pressure Weekend
8am-5pm Youth Group Car Wash (Walter’s Appliance)
4:30 p.m. Infant Presentation for Baptism
Sunday, June 16 — Father’s Day
Blood Pressure Weekend
1pm-3pm K of C 1st Degree (Chapel)
Our First Annual Quilt Show in the Barn
will take place TODAY from 10 to 4 in the parish barn. Sample quilts from all seven years of our Scripture and Stitches will be on display, as well as quilts we have made for family and friends to commemorate special occasions. There will be refreshments and quilt-related activities for children in the pavilion.I have been taking time off to enjoy the company of my parents, in from Arizona for the graduation of my daughter Cathy! This weekend more of my family will be in from Oregon and Virginia, and along with them I would like to congratulate all of our Seniors on this big occasion! Though, like me, I’m sure your parents are not old enough to have kids graduating! My sister Michele tells me that I’m getting old, but one thing she has to remember, she will ALWAYS be older than me!
Catechist training opportunities dates are already set for the fall. Catechists and Aides, mark your calendars for Monday, September 16 & Saturday, September 28.
I’d like to share with you parables written by two of our Thursday 3rd graders: Nicholas L. writes, The Kingdom of God can be as small as a grain of wheat, but with help it can become a loaf of bread. Andrew L. writes, The Kingdom of God is like a little mustard seed, but with help it can grow into a large bush. Take time to help the Kingdom to grow this week! Have a good one!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! -We are going on a Bug Safari, where kids catch the buzz about God’s love! JWJ - Journey with Jesus — (our summer Vacation Bible School) will be held here at St. Mary Magdalen July 29-August 2! Youth in grades 6 and up are encouraged to come and help in the program!"WHAT A GREAT FAITH LEARNING EXPERIENCE Sharing and learning about my faith. Giving support and watching someone grow in their faith." For more information about being a sponsor, call Ann Fraser (517-545-9279) or for information on other areas of RCIA involvement including the hospitality team, the retreat team, the catechist team and others, contact Anne Williams, RCIA Coordinator at 229-8624 or e-mail rcia1@ismi.net.
I want to thank all of the volunteers who helped make the breakfast a success and to Joan Monforton who donated the fresh flowers that decorated each table. The youth and adults worked very hard to make the morning special.
July 14-20 we are traveling to Providence, Kentucky to help with the aftermath of a tornado that hit a small town there. If you are interested in participating in the National Relief Network (NRN) program with us, call me for more information at 227-7937.
We do have a meeting tonight. We will be passing out directions to our end of the year BBQ at the Nashar’s home. It is scheduled for Friday, June 14.
What better way to keep warm on a cool summer evening at the bonfire of your campsite than in a St. Mary Magdalen sweatshirt! Call me at the above number to buy one.
June 15, the participants of the NRN program will be at One Stop Tire and Auto on Grand River having a car wash to help raise money for their trip. Plan to stop by between 8am and 5pm.
M.U.D (6, 7 and 8 graders)
Our next scheduled event is August 24. Our annual car wash at Walters Appliance on Grand River is scheduled to take place then.
Margaret Callaghan
Charity & Justice
National Relief Network: Attend a week of service work. Members of our parish can participate in a service project to help poor people recover from some natural disaster. It is likely we will be going to Providence, Kentucky, a small town that was hit by a tornado. We will help to clean up the aftermath so that the community can rebuild.
Our trip, by motor coach, is scheduled for the week of Sunday, July 14 thru Sat., July 20. Our group would make up one team. The cost is about $325 per person, which covers the bus, food, and lodging (at a local church, camp, school, or someplace similar). Fund raising opportunities are available to cover individual’s costs. One day of the trip is for relaxing and scheduled sightseeing. Contact Jan Carpenter at 227-5269.
Sponsor of the Week
Kruse’s Stark Hickey Ford
MASS INTENTIONS
If you would like to have a Liturgy celebrated for a special intention, please call the parish office to make arrangements. 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.
Mystery Dinner Theatre"MURDER AT THE ROCK SHOW"
to be held at JB’S Brighton House, 10180 E. Grand River, Brighton, MI. 48114, Thursday, June 27, at 6:30 PM. Cost for the show is only $10 per person. Meals are not included with this price. It is not required you purchase a meal; however, menus will be available if you so desire. A cash bar will also be available. Those performing in the production from our parish; Cody Gless, Sarah Kinneer, and Richard Switzer. For further information, contact the office of Will Taylor (810) 513-7247, or Richard Switzer at (810) 229-9056. Please RSVP by June 20.
Charity Golf Scramble
Benefiting the Residents on The Lourdes Campus. is sponsored by the Archdiocese of Detroit and administered by the Dominican Sisters of Oxford. Dedicated to the Special Needs of our aging population, it will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2002, at The Majestic at Lake Walden, Hartland, MI. Golf packages: $150 ticket, $600 foursome. Schedule of Events: 11:00 am. Registration/Lunch, 12:00 Noon Shot Gun Start, 5:30 pm. - Strolling Dinner/Awards/Prizes - held in the Waldenwoods Cromaine Lodge. For more information contact: Elaine Ashley, Development Director, Lourdes Campus (248) 674-2241, Ext. 450. Email:
eaashley1@msn.comWE NEED YOUR CORRECT E-MAIL ADDRESS
so that we can utilize them to notify folks (who have them) of happenings here at St. Mary Magdalen. Please notify deacon1@ismi.net of any E-mail changes as they occur.ON THE JOURNEY
The next meeting of the Twins Play Group is Monday, June10 at 10:00 a.m. in the Adult Formation Room and Nursery. If you have questions or want more information, please call Mary Day at 810-632-7690 or Jennie Ross at 810-227-5256.
On June 11 at 12:15 p.m. the Retirees’ Lunch Bunch will celebrate the summer birthdays in the Adult Formation room. Bring your sack lunch and join us for cake and coffee.
Don’t forget to help us finish our prayer quilts by saying a prayer for the recipient as you tie a knot.
Coming in September you will have an opportunity to become part of Renew 2000. Set aside time now — it will mean a revitalized community for us all.
Yours on the journey, Marilyn
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD
Since September 11, it is even more important to share the need for peace with people throughout the world. Your family can do this while learning about another culture! Homes are needed for students from many different countries for the coming school year and also for French and Spanish teenagers who will be coming to Michigan for 4 weeks this summer between June 28 and August 9. Students will be here to learn our culture and improve their English on a first-hand basis. This project is sponsored by Nacel Open Door, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting international understanding at the family level. For more information, call the National office at 800-622-3553 or visit the web site at
www.geocities.com/nacelod.THE BASILICA AND NATIONAL SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF CONSOLATION
in Carey, Ohio, invites you to make a pilgrimage. We offer you a place of quiet prayer and devotion. The Franciscan Friars would be most happy to welcome you. Please call 419-396-7107 or visit website www.olcshrine.com for more information.WE C.A.R.E.: Christian Communication and Relationship Enhancement Marriage Preparation Program
The CARE Program emphasizes constructive arguing techniques that allow couples to adjust their communication styles and achieve more positive and intimate communication, in a Christian setting. Other key topics include Expectations, Commitment, Values, and Beliefs. On July 16-18, 2002 Margaret Henne will be the facilitator at St. Patrick, Brighton. Any questions or concerns please contact Livingston County Catholic Social Services (517) 545-5944.CIRQUE DE SOLIEL (Circus Of The Sun)
Come and join us in an evening of fun! St. Joseph Parishioners in Howell are planning to see this fabulous circus at the Palace of Auburn Hills on Friday, June 28. The price of $96 per person includes circus tickets, dinner and bus transportation. We will depart from St. Joseph at 2 PM and return at approximately 8:30 PM. Make reservations NOW by calling Lita at 517-546-0090, ext. 106.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Keeping in Shape? Are you exercising and dieting, jogging, swimming, and playing tennis to stay fit and trim? Why not try a Marriage Encounter weekend? Our next Weekend will be June 21-23, 2002. Call 1-888-628-7433 for more information or to register.
God Loves Divorced People
Jesus Shares In Our Grief
Weekend Retreat For Separated & Divorced Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, Bloomfield Hills, MI., July 12-14. The retreat will be lead by Fr. Syl Taube, Chaplin of Bethany Southeast Oakland, the former Chaplin of North American Conference of Separated & Divorced Catholics (NACSDC). For more information call (248) 644-4933 or Virginia Mikola (734) 994-9194.
North American Conference of Separated and Divorced Catholics Presents: "Wonder Wisdom Wholenes. JOY": 2002 Annual Conference and Leadership Training
Leadership Training Seminars will be June 24 through June 27. The International Conference will be June 27 through June 30. The keynote speakers are Barbara Schlemon Ryan, Father Paul Keenan, and Jim Smoke. This event will be held at the University of Notre Dame — Center for Continuing Education. For more information, contact Barbara White at 517-589-8487, Department of Catholic Charities at 517-342-2465 or
www.nacsdc.org.Summer Scripture Days 2002 "Biblical Visions of Hope: God’s Universal Plan" is being presented by Dorothy Jonaitis, O.P., a Grand Rapids Dominican Sister. Cost for participants is $120. This year it is being held at St. Francis Retreat Center, Bethany House, in DeWitt on August 6, 7 and 8, 2002 or Weber Center on August 20, 21 and 22. Call Catholic Charities at 517-342-2458 for more information.
Maplegrove Children’s Programs:
Prevention and Education Groups for Livingston County Children Grades K-8, and Parents
TWO WEEKS, July 8 & July 15, 2002
Monday through Thursday, 9:00am — noon
St. Joseph School, Howell
423 E. Washington
Bring your child to Maplegrove Children’s Programs, they are FUN, FREE, and have important messages for children. Growing up in a society where there is alcohol or other drug abuse, or family stresses, can be confusing and difficult for a child. Our program can provide some helpful assistance. To register or to request more information, contact Renne Kruse at Livingston County Catholic Social Services, (517) 545-5944
OPPORTUNITIES FROM BETHANY HOUSE
(Call 517-668-3747 or
www.BethanyHouseRC.org for registration information on any of these opportunities.)Single and Holy Retreat What is the meaning of life? What is my purpose in life? Bethany House is hosting a Single and Holy Retreat for single young adults 18-30 on July 5-7. Come share with others the challenges of being single AND holy in today’s culture. For registration information, please call 517-668-3747 or visit us online at
www.BethanyHouseRC.orgYouth & Families for Life Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday, June 15, at Bethany House in DeWitt. Registration starts at 9am; a picnic lunch will be provided afterwards. Cost is $10 per person or $35 per family. Proceeds go to local causes that support life. Anyone can attend.
Spirituality of St. Therese Retreat, an in-depth look at the spirituality of St. Therese of Liseaux, called the saint of the new millennium, will be presented June 17-18 at Bethany House in DeWitt by Dr. Ralph Martin. Open to young adults, ages 18-30.
Faith, Fun & Football Camp is being hosted at Bethany House in DeWitt for young men entering grades 7-9 on July 8-12. Former University of Michigan Coach, Jerry Hanlon, will run the camp. Guests include players and coaches from U/M and MSU. Cost is $200.