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January 6, 2008 Epiphany
Readings for Jan. 13 Isaiah 42:1-4,6-7; Acts of Apostles 10:34-38; Mt 3:13-17
Mass Intentions ~Dec. 29 – Jan 5 Sat. ~ Vince Schuetze Sun. 8:30 ~ Edward Howels Tues. Jan. 1.10:00 ~ Edward Howels Thurs. ~ Edward Howels Fri. ~ Edward Howels Jan. 5 ~ Andy & Frances Kintz
In just one hour, kitchen and bathroom fans can pull out a houseful of warm air. Turn fans off as soon as they have done their job.
Reminder The first Sunday of each month is “FISH” Sunday. Please bring non-perishable food items, toilet paper, soap, paper towels or diapers. These will be given to FISH, an emergency help organization in Albany and distributed in food boxes for the needy.
The Catholic Daughters of Americas is accepting entries for the 2008 National Education Contest. This year’s themes are “Jesus the Light of the World” or People Who Light up My World”. Participants would select one theme and entries are due February 1, 2008. Students in the 4th grade-12th grade may enter, as well as any CDA member Entry forms are available at the CDA gift Shop. For more information, contact Jo Ann Yonemura at 928-3462 or joannyonemura@yahoo.com.
Save The Date and Join us at the Buckaroo Roundup The parents of St. Mary’s School cordially invite you to save the date of Saturday, March 8, 2008 for our Annual School Auction. You will not want to miss the fun! This is a one night event by reservation only.
Don’t Miss Out – Ticket on sale January 24, 2008
Adult Confirmation If you are an adult Catholic (older than high school) who has never been confirmed, you might want to consider the adult confirmation preparation which begins in January. The sessions will be on Sunday mornings from 9:45 – 10:45 AM. The first session will be on Sunday, January 20. We will meet in the parish library – just come up the back stairs or the elevator. We will pass out a calendar at the first session and talk about requirements for the program. Hope you can join us!
Baptism for children If your child is age kindergarten or less, parents should attend the infant baptism preparation session. The next session will be Saturday, January 26 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM in the Gathering Space. You must pre-register by calling the office (926-1449) or emailing: stmarys_albany@comcast.net. The cost of the session is $10, payable at the class. If your child is in first grade or older and has not baptized, they should come to the Sunday morning classes beginning this January. Classes will be held in the 7th grade classroom of the school (next to the nursery). They will be from 9:40 – 10:45 AM. The first session is Sunday, Jan. 20. Parents are asked to stay for that first class. The classes end in April. For more information call the office (926-1449 ext 303) or email: stmarys_albany@comcast.net.
Whole Community Catechesis Sunday, January 13 Noon – 2 PM Everyone is invited to join us for a special Whole Community (WCC) session on Sunday, Jan. 13. This is the feast day of the baptism of the Lord. What a great day for us to learn more about our Catholic Social Teaching and our call to follow in the footsteps of Jesus. As we reflect on the baptism of the Lord, we will also reflect on our own baptisms and the way of justice. Lunch will be served ($2 suggested donation). There will be a repeat session Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 5:30 PM.
Religious Ed Session Sunday, January 27 9:40 – 10:45 AM Parents, please help your children remember their books and bags. Also, please help your children to get caught up on all their lessons. Thanks!
Sunday Missals The Catholic Daughters Gift Shop has Sunday missals available to help you follow the Sunday reading throughout the liturgical year. These missals are $4.00 and can be purchased on any Sunday. These small Missals give you a chance to prepare for the Sunday Mass by reading the scripture ahead of time. Contact Geri Martin, 541-619-6922 or Dorothy Gall 926-4699.
Men’s Group The Men’s Group meets Wednesday evenings at 7:00 in the Chapel. All men, young and older, are invited to attend. Any questions can be directed to Richard Amos 791 2101, Jeff Barricks 929 2649 or Tuan Nguyen 979 3266.
Interested in Becoming Catholic? If you are an adult who is not baptized, or baptized in another Christian tradition, and would like to join the Catholic Church, please come to the RCI sessions on Sunday mornings from 9:40 – 10:45 AM. Sessions begin again on Jan. 6. For more information call Kathy at 926-1449 ext 303.
Breakfast Kof C will have a Breakfast Jan 20th after both Masses. This GREAT breakfast will benefit the School. Price is a donation. Let's all come out to help the school. Contact Bernie Covino 926-9614 for more information.
Mark Your Calendars
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