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May 20, 2007 Feast of the Ascension
Readings For May 27 Acts 2: 1-11 Romans 8: 8-17 John 20: 19-23
Mass Intentions ~ May 19-25 Sat. ~ David Sawyer Sun. 8:30 ~ Sr. Jacinta MC Sun. 11:00 ~ Isabell Osterman
Our Parish Staff Will be on a planning retreat this week – Tues – Weds – Thurs. If there is a death, please call the cell phone – 990-5552. If there is the need for an anointing, please try St. Mary’s in Corvallis, 757-1988. Thank you & please pray for the staff as they plan.
Divorce Care For persons who are divorced or divorcing meets on Tuesdays at 7 PM in the Parish House basement. This is a video series/ discussion group. Please spread the word to anyone you know who is divorced or divorcing. Thanks!
Infant Baptism Parents who would like to have their child baptized (kindergarten or younger) should come to a baptism prep class. Our next class is Saturday, June 9 from 1PM – 4:30 PM. You do need to call the office or email to reserve a space in the class. The cost of the session is $10.00. Call 926-1449 ext 301 or email stmarys_albany@comcast.net.
Great Advertising Opportunity!! Do you have a business you want parishioners to know about? Please consider advertising on the back of our parish bulletin. Call the office @ 926-1449.
Oregonians discard 125 million plastic bottles each year. A deposit on the bottles could reduce those going to landfills by 80 percent.
Parents Our parish nursery is available during the 11 AM Mass for your children who are in kindergarten or younger. Several of you have mentioned that you would like to see something more happening than simply “babysitting”. We are trying some Bible stories and other activities this summer with the children in the nursery.
“Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation bangs on your front door forever.”
Want to Read the Bible More Often? Why not let the Bishops of the United States help you out? You will find the entire Bible on their website. You can also find the readings for each day of the week. In addition to the readings, there is also a daily video reflection. Try it out sometime this week – you might like it! Check out the Bishops’ website:
Coffee & Donuts Emma Evans has graciously served as coordinator for coffee and donuts for our parish. She has done a wonderful job but is now moving. Thanks Emma for all your help! You were and are terrific! Catholic Daughters is going to miss you as well. Our parish is recruiting a new coordinator: Responsibilities include getting supplies like cups, napkins, etc. Also making sure that there are folks signed up to do donuts & then calling to remind them. Would you consider doing this volunteer job or would you consider sharing with someone else? Please contact Kathy Reilly @ 926-1449 ext. 303 or stmarys_albany@comcast.net
Habitat Update The newest lot we will be building on is at the Jackson, Marion and Queen intersections. The building drawings are being done. That will be followed by permits and the initial land cleansing. The best estimate we have for actual work parties will be the end of July. If you are interested in helping out, call John or Francey Hood-Fysh at 541 791-3725 and leave a message which includes you name and phone number, thank you.
Eucharistic Adoration When we talk about the “real presence” of the Christ, we are talking about the presence of glorified Christ who was raised by the Father from the dead. This presence, “body, blood, soul and divinity,” is truly present by the power of the Holy Spirit in the consecrated bread and wine.(ccc1374). Christ’s presence in the Eucharist is the most special presence of Christ that we have. It is personal as well as genuine. This “real presence” remains in the Sacred Host reposed in the tabernacle, where we are invited to visit with the risen Christ alive in the Eucharist. The next scheduled Friday is May 18th, from noon – 8:00 PM. A sign-up sheet is at the chapel door for your convenience. NOTICE: Hours have been extended to give working people an opportunity make a holy hour
Catholic Daughters Used Treasure Sale Is planned for June 22-23. We need donations of clean, useable and functional treasures that you no longer want or need. Won’t you think of us when spring cleaning rolls around? No junk or trash please! Catholic Daughters support many programs in the parish as well as our state with fund raisers. In the last six months alone, we’ve donated over $2000 to needy and worthwhile organizations; local, state and international. Contact Linda Townsend @ 926-6668 or Barb Malloy @ 928-9074 for more info and pickups.
Vacation Bible School August 6-10 “Avalanche Ranch” Watch bulletin inserts for more information. Meeting for anyone interested in volunteering on Thurs. May 31 @ 7PM in the Gathering Space. VBS is a rewarding opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of children. Please consider giving some of your time that week!
Whole Community Catechesis Sunday, June 10 noon – 2 PM Topic: The Eucharist (no Weds. night repeat session in June)
Saint Francis: Troubadour of God's Peac, An inspiring one-man drama will be presented at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Corvallis on Friday, June 8, 2007 at 7:30 pm. Join award-winning actor Leonardo Defilippis as he brings to life the exuberance of the "little poor man of Assisi", capturing both the joy and love of Francis. This entertaining and moving drama is filled with acting, song and dance and is a delightful and spiritual experience for all ages. Tickets in advance are $5 each or $3 for 3 or more. Contact Mary Kleinhenz @ 766-8945 or Ann Huster @ 926-5683.
Mt. Angel Abbey Will host the 1st. Festival of the Arts and Wine Tasting – Saturday, June 23rd to benefit the Abbey Library and its collections. A total of 500 tickets will be sold. General admission is $50 per person. Special 125th Anniversary Commemorative admission is $125 per person.
A True Fish Story! Not many people know that Thomas Edison was an avid fisherman. He usually included some trout fishing in his infrequent vacations. During one such trip to the West, he was befriended by an American Indian tribe. They provided free room and board as well as expert fishing guides for his stay. On his first night, he discovered that the only sanitary facility was an old-fashioned outhouse. To make matters worse, it had no light, even though the village had electricity in the homes. As a thank-you gift for their kindnesses, Edison purchased the necessary materials and personally installed lighting in the privy. He thus became the first person to wire a head for a reservation!!
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