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September 2, 2007 22nd Sunday in Ordinary time
Readings For Septmeber 9 Wisdom 9:13-18, Philemon 9-10, 12-17, Luke 25 – 33
Mass Intentions ~ Sept 1 – Sept 7 Sat. ~ Don Sawyer Sun. 8:30 ~ Leticia Ong 11:00 ~ Maxine Slangal Sept. 6 ~ Alverda Huntimer
Wrap your water heater in insulation and reduce energy use. Set the tank thermostat to 120 degrees and save even more. Eucharistic AdorationIs scheduled each Friday, from noon – 8:00 PM. A sign-up sheet is at the chapel door for your convenience. Please call Caroline @ 924-9952 or 926-5637 if you can spend an hour in Chapel with Jesus.
Thank you! Catholic Charities extends our sincere thanks to all who contributed to our 2007 Annual Campaign.
Religious Education For children pre-school through high school will begin in September. The first session for pre-school through fifth grade will be on Sunday, September 16 from 9:40 till 10:45. Parents and children will all start in the Gathering Space. Parents are asked to bring emergency information for their children, since emergency forms and registration forms will be filled out at that time. Fees will also be due at that time. Fees for pre-school through 5th will be $20/child, except for the 2nd grade. Since the children in 2nd grade prepare both for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist the fee is $40.00. Thoughts On Prayer The Lord measures our perfection neither by the multitude nor the magnitude of our deeds, but by the manner in which we perform them. -- St. John of the Cross Visitors to the SickWe need at least one (or more) parishioners who would be willing to bring Communion to one of the area rest homes. There is training provided, please call the office, 926-1449.
The Gospel of Matthew A new Little Rock series beginning Weds., Sept 5 at 6:30 PM in the Ed Center (park on playground & enter by door near sawdust into classroom). Little Rock combines teachings through use of a video presentation, study and faith sharing. The cost is $10 for books. Participants should bring a Bible. WCC Begins AGainWhole Community Catechesis will begin again on Sunday, September 23 at noon. We will begin the session with lunch (suggested donation $2).Following lunch we will learn more about being a disciple of Jesus. The focus of this year’s WCC session is on “Following in the Footsteps of Jesus: Living a Life of Justice.” We will explore Catholic social teaching. Everyone, yes everyone, is really, really welcome. Please join us. There will be a repeat session on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 5:30 PM. Women’s RetreatSaturday, Sept. 299:30 – 5:00 St. Mary’s Gathering Space“Celebrating Sisters” with Dr. Elaine ParkCost is $15. Lunch is included. Reservations are a must. Call 926-1449 or email: stmarys_albany@comcast.net Men’s RetreatSaturday, Sept. 81:30 – 4:30 PMSt. Mary’s Gathering Space“Come Then, Let us Be on Our Way”Father Ray Carey, PresenterAll men of St. Mary’s are welcome – and please feel free to invite a friend, also. Suggested donation $10.
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. They will be in the classroom on the 2nd floor of the church building (use stairs or elevator near back door). For more information call Kathy at 926-1449 ext 303.
Liturgical Ministers Are still needed at all Masses. Currently we are signing folks up for the coming year (Sept ’07 through August ’08). Training is provided. We need greeters, Eucharistic ministers, acolytes and cross bearers. Call 926-1449 ext 303 or email stmarys_albany@comcast.net to sign up. Our Lady of Medugorje Here’s a wonderful opportunity for you to join a pilgrimage to Medjugorje, Croatia, from December 6-14. Fr. Charles Zach, pastor of St. Helen/ St. Rose Parishes in Junction City / Monroe, Or, will serve as the spiritual guide, his 6th trip. The price of $2127 includes flights, accommodations, and meals. Roundtrip from Portland on the morning of Dec. 5, returning the evening of Dec. 14. For more info : www.medugorje.org.
The Missionaries of the Holy Spirit Thank you for your generous financial support in the collections that we made. The money received allows us to continue educating our seminarians so that they can become priests. My God bless you always.
New Eucharistic Ministers If you are a newly signed up Eucharistic minister who has not been trained, please attend the training on Sunday, Sept. 9 at 9:40 AM. It should only be about 20 minutes.
SAVE THE DATE Weekend retreat for family caregivers and grandparents/relatives who are parenting again. Chance to relax and take time for self-renewal in a peaceful setting. September 7-9 at Macleay Christian Retreat, Salem, Oregon. Cost $50 which includes: two nights, five meals, social activities, and educational seminars. Contact Janice @ Phone: (503) 831-5593 (h) or (503) 559-4001 (cell).
Catechists Needed Our parish’s religious education program is in need of catechists at a variety of grade levels. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your faith with young people. If you would like to find out more, or if you are interested in volunteering, please call Kathy at 926-1449 ext 303 or email stmarys_albany@comcast.net Thank you!
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