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January 14, 2007 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
READINGS FOR JAN 21 Nehemiah 8:2-10 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; 27 Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21
Due to the holidays and other unexpected happenings, Masses were not said as planned. Here is a listing of the said Mass intentions. Mass Intentions Dec. 31 ~ Jan. 14 Sun. Dec. 31 - 8:30 ~ Vince Schuetze 11:00 ~ Dale Henderson Fri. ~ Edward Howells Sat. ~ Lillian Lauenstein Sun. 8:30 ~ Kenny Johnston 11:00 ~ Bobby Loper Wed. ~ Edward Howells Thurs. ~ Ann Holiday Fri. ~ Edward Howells Sat. ~ Lillian Lauenstein Sun. Jan. 14 - 8:30 ~ Dale Rausch 11:00 ~ Edward Howells
Winter Tea Catholic Daughters will be hosting "Winter Fantasy Tea" On January 28th All ladies From 2 to 92 are welcome. The Catholic Daughters and Knights of Columbus will have a baby changing table set in the gathering space to give to the Father Taaffe Foundation after the Annual Catholic Daughter Tea on January 28th. If you would like to participate you can help by bringing baby items and leaving them with the changing table. A FEW GOOD MEN Besides their monastic commitment to prayer and the common life of the Monastery, the Benedictine Monks of Mt. Angel Abbey are committed to providing the best possible priestly formation to men preparing to become parish priests. They are looking for a few Good Men to be a part of this life of work and prayer. If you are between the ages of 16-35 and you feel that you may be called to the priestly or religious life then you are invited to participate in a Monastic Discernment Retreat. The retreat is scheduled for Friday through Sunday, Jan. 26, 27 & 28. Please contact Rev. Joseph Nguyen, O.S.B., Abbey Director of Vocations @ 503 845-3226 or by email: abbeyvocation@mtangel.edu Little Rock Scripture Study Women of the Old Testament Began Wed. Jan. 10 at 7 PM in the 5th grade classroom of the school. Enter by the playground door. Little Rock uses a video lecture, study and discussion. The cost is $10.00 for materials. Please bring your Bible. COMING SOON!! *January 21 – Religious Ed grade level session, 9:40 – 10:45 *February 4 – Religious Ed grade level session 9:40 – 10:45 *February 4-5 & 6 Pre-Lenten Mission by Fr. Ray Carey Each evening at 7 PM *Sunday, February 11 - ++Blessing of Marriages at each Mass ++Valentine Making after each morning Mass –make valentines for those who are ill or alone ++ Dinner & Dance, dinner begins at 5 PM; dance 6 – 8 PM; advance ticket sales – adults only. *Weds. Feb. 14 – Anointing Mass at 10:30 AM *Sun. Feb. 18 - Mardi Gras at noon *Weds. Feb 21 – Ash Wednesday *Sunday, February 25 – WCC at noon Keep watching the bulleting for more information on these or other events.
Are You a Frequent Flier? Occasionally our parish staff goes to conferences or in-services out of state. If you have a free ticket that you might be willing to donate to the parish, please give us a call. It would help our parish to save money and be greatly appreciated by the staff. Thank you!
Ride Needed One of our parishioners who lives at Clayton Meadows (on Queen) needs a ride to church. She tries to come faithfully each week, but doesn’t always have transportation. She would be willing to come to any Mass. Can you help her? Even if you can’t drive every week, could you help out sometime? Please call Kathy at the office, 926-1449 ext 303 or email stmarys_albany@comcast.net. ROE vs. WADE MEMORIAL RALLY The pro-life rally will be held Sunday, Jan. 21 from 2:30-3:30pm in Salem across from the State Capitol steps to commemorate the more than 47 million unborn babies lost to the “choice” of abortion since the U.S. Supreme Court legalized it in 1973. The rally is sponsored by Oregon Right to Life. Among the distinguished speakers will be Archbishop John Vlazny and Frank Rosenbloom, M.D. There will be prayer and inspirational music as well. Please join other pro-life individuals and families from around Oregon in standing up for the sanctity and value of all human life, born and unborn. Donations of baby items and new or like-new maternity and/or baby clothing will be greatly appreciated and will be distributed to local pregnancy centers.
Blanchet Catholic School – Preview Day 2007 Come learn about the successful college prep program that sends over 95% of its graduates on to colleges and universities! Our preview is scheduled for Sunday, Jan 28 and the program will begin promptly at 2 PM Administrators and faculty will be on hand to give ours and answer questions. Applications will be available for 2007-2008. You can email admissions@blanchetcatholicschool.com or call Admissions Coordinator, Susie Francois @ 503 485-4491 or for more information. You are also encouraged to visit the school website @ www.blalnchetcatholicschool.com
Regis Invites Prospective Students To An Open House Hosted by staff, current students and parents on Sunday, Jan. 28 beginning @ 1PM by principal Doug Ierardi. Everyone is invited, but 7th & 8th grade students and their parents who are contemplating attending Regis will find it especially beneficial. It includes classroom visits, talk with staff and faculty and inquire about financial aid and scholarships. 550 W. Regis St. in Stayton. 503 769-2159
Hearing Aide Loop Our parish has recently installed a new loop to assist those of you who are hard of hearing. Just switch the “t” switch on your hearing aide to on. We are interested in your feedback as to how well our loop is working. Call the office (926-1449 ext 303) or email: stmarys_albany@comcast.net.
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