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728 Ellsworth SW
Albany, OR 97321
541-926-1449

Emergency only: 541-990-5552

Our Mission Statement

We, St. Mary's Parish, are a people responding to Christ's call to conversion, new life and discipleship with a nurturing Community.

We celebrate this new life in Scripture and the Sacraments of the Roman Catholic tradition.

Our Celebration impels and transforms us to be Spirit filled individuals who can reach out and minister to all people challenging and enabling them to build God's Kingdom of justice and holiness.

 

Sunday

9:40

 

Catechumenate

Parish Library Open

Monday

 

8:00 AM

Office Closed

Communion service & Rosary

Tuesday

8:00 AM

7:00 PM

Communion Service

Internet Safety Class

Wednesday

8:00 AM

Noon

7:00 PM

Communion Service

Mass

Dr. Elaine Park’s talk

Thursday

8:00 AM

9:00 AM

1:30 PM

Communion Service

Mass

Bible Study

Friday

8:00 AM

9:00 AM

Communion Service

Mass

Saturday

 

5:30 PM

7:00 PM

Mass

Mass in Spanish

November 12,  2006

32nd  Sunday  in  Ordinary  Time

 

Prayer  Corner

For those who are ill or homebound: Kelly & Amanda, Jim Angel, Ben Baley, Edward Bartram, Claire Basey, Carol Bentz,  Loraine Burnette, Maynard Bussell, Robert Chambers, Emily Chaput, Marie Chartrau, Michael & Dylan Clemons, Kathy Collins, Wally Craig, Mark Dempsey, Joyce Edwards, Bessie Fischbach, Martha Foulke, Mickey Francouer, Judy Gilbert, Stu Gourley, Keith Grimes, Gabriel Harrison  Arthur Hetherington, Matt Higgins,  Larry Holt, Dale Howell, Dorothy Hull, John Hull,  Mary Jensen,  Jessica Leaming,  Jim Luster, Ray Martinak, Concepsion Martinez, Markie McGintry, Jim McGough, Marie McGough, Sandy McKnight, Henrietta Mielke, Greg Miller, Yvonne Martin, Erin Mitchell, Ruth Moersch, Nell Moore, Bertha Morey, Anne Nicols, David Ohm,  Mrs. Osredkar, Glenn Paben, Mary Perella,  Norma Racette, Mary Rambousek, Marian Rief, Emma Rogers, Agnes Samek, Giovanna Savage, Linda Settelmeyer, Sharon Smith, Jim Striplin,  Joe Tolomei,  Linda Sexauer, Kay St. Dennis, Larry Stephen, Tom Strassmaier, Fr. John Tuil, Mary & Marcia Ward, Omer Watte, Kristi Wehrman and twins, Josie Wehrman and baby, Chris Westgaard, John Williams

For Special Intentions: We pray for peace throughout our entire world. We remember our family members and friends who are serving in the military: Brian Aker, Andrew, Carl Alvarez, Mike Andre, Joey Ballard, Bill Biebe, Jason Bullock, Cindy Bullock, Patick Clyde, Michael Coker,  Katie Dunten, James Durham, Trisa Engel, Ryan Fera, Kip Ferguson, Kim Fox,  Casey (KC) Furman, Sean Goryer, Ryan Grant, Darin Gregg,  Florentino Herrera Jr., Staci Hoskins, Linda Huehey,  Scott Johnson, Robert Johnson, Zac Johnson, Katy Joynt, Phil Kase Jr., DeShawn Leonard, Rachel Liston, Dan LyonsJohn Maloney, Arron D. Massey, Joshalt Mitcank, Jon Mumper,  J.R. Munoz,  Nathan Nofziger,  Joshua Peterson, Allan Phillips, Michael Pitzer, Neil Reilly, Larry A. Robles, BJ Rodriguez, Beniot Rodriguez, Daune Rutherford, Tony Sabias Jr., Makeo Santos, Tony Santos, Jesse Schnablegger,  R. Schoultz, Suzanne Smith, Matthew Sonder, Jeff Stephen, Justin Strassmaier, Simon Thomassian,  Travis Trupp, Cody Truett, Kyle Van Hess, Matthew Vanella, Charles Venard, in memory of Donald Walters,   Nathan Ward, Catherine Weatherby, Andrea Westfall

For the repose of the souls:  Marie Chartraw, Lillian Lauenstein

For Missionaries: Josh Baley

At  Home  With  The  Word  For  Nov. 19

Daniel 12: 1-3    Hebrews 10: 11-14, 18 

Mark 13: 24-32

 

Mass   Intentions –  Nov. 11- 17

Sat. ~ Mary Jane Anderson

Sun. 8:30 ~ Hatti Bachmeier

11:00 ~ Lois Kloeck

Wed. ~ Presentacion Rembult

Thurs. ~ Edward Howells

Fri. ~ Francis Gilbert

 

Parish  Library  Open

Our parish library is open on Sunday mornings in between the two Masses. It is on the 2nd floor of the church building. Use the stairway near the playground / parking lot or take the elevator. We have a wonderful selection of books for both children and adults.

 

Newspapers!!

Have you got newspapers stacking up in your garage? Are your closets overflowing with them? Call the Knights of Columbus. They’ll clean up your problem. The Knights are still collecting newspapers. Drop them off at the back of the old apartment building or contact either Jack Gall @ 926-4699 or Bernie Covino @ 926-9614 for assistance in getting rid of all that old news.

 

K  of  C  Breakfast

Please plan on coming to a delicious  breakfast  on Nov. 12th after both masses sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. The price is a donation.  So please plan on joining us. Thank You.

 

 

Dead  Sea  Scrolls

Now through January 7, 2007 at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle. Exhibit opens at 10am daily. It
is suggested that you allow an hour and a half to explore the 12,000 square foot exhibit. Admission is
$19.75 ($17.75 senior). For information call 206-443-2844.

 

Are You a Frequent Flier?

Occasionally our parish staff go 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!     

 

Infant  Baptism

Parents wishing to have their children (infant through kindergarten) baptized must attend a baptism preparation class. The next class will be Saturday afternoon, Nov. 18 from 1:30 to 4:30 PM in the Gathering Space. The cost for the class is $10.00 per family. Parents, god parents, grand parents are all invited (at least one parent must attend). Parents are asked to pre-register for the class by calling the office at (926-1449 ext 301) or emailing: stmarys_albany@comcast.net.

 

Advent  Banner

Our parish has commissioned two new hangings for the wall behind the altar that we will use during the Advent season. This is an excellent memorial opportunity. One of the banners has already been donated in memory of Tony Moreira. The cost of the remaining banner is $500.00. If you are interested in donating all or part of the cost, please contact the parish office. Thank you!

 

St.  Joseph  Parish / St.  barbara cemetery  in  Salem

Is seeking a benefited part-time, possibly full-time youth minister working with out Mid-High and High School Youth. Persons applying should be energetic, faith-filled and capable of working in a team situation. Desired qualifications are: experience in youth ministry, organizational and communications skills. For more info and an application, please contact Carolyn @ stjosephchurch.com or call 503 581-1623

 

“We can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For Just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows.”

2 Corinthians 1: 4-5

 

Albany  Area  Habitat  For  Humanity

RESTORE

Formerly the Habitat Bargain Building Supply @ 34177 HWY 99E, Tangent  541 924-1450

Just in…Brand new, in the box, FURNITURE!

Coffee tables, end tables, sofa tables, dining tables and much more. Hugh truck load sale in the parking lot of the Habitat Restore. Tuesday through Friday from 9am till 4 pm Generously donated by Lebanon HOMETOWN FURNITURE CENTER.

 

St.  Bernard  Altar  Society

Is having their annual Bake Sae & Craft Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 9 AM to 4 PM @ 38810 Cherry St. in Scio. Proceeds go to building a new hall. Look for the green signs.

  

The  Blue  Nuns  Go  Green:

A  Story  of  a  Sustainable  Renovation  Project

presented by Sr. Pat Nagel, Earth Home Ministries on Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00 pm, free. Corvallis Public Library Meeting Room. Co-sponsored by the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library

 

This  Week !!!!

  • Nov. 14 - parents and students (6th grade and older) are invited to attend an exciting and educational Internet Safety forum, presented by Deputy Micah Smith of the Linn County Sheriff’s Office beginning at 7 PM in the Gathering Space.

 

  • Nov. 15 – a talk on the infancy narratives (the stories of Jesus when He was young) at 7 PM in the Gathering Space by Dr. Elaine Park, scholar and instructor at Mt. Angel Seminary.

 

Vocation Retreat for Women

Considering religious life?  What to know how the Sisters of St Mary of Oregon live their commitment to prayer, community and service?  Come to a day of sharing prayer and information while becoming acquainted with the Sisters.  Open to single women between the ages of 20 and 40.  Overnight accommodations are available.  Please contact Sr. Charlene at 503-906-1131 or srcharleneh@ssmo.org.  Visit our website: www.ssmo.org.

 

Pray  One!  Knit  One!

The next meeting for the Prayer Shawl Ministry is Monday, Nov. 13th @ 9 AM in the basement of the parish house. We are always happy to see new faces interested in this ministry or anyone who would like to share a handwork project in an environment of friendship and prayer. A cheerful cup of tea or hot cup of coffee is always on the schedule as well as lots of chatter and helpful tips on crocheting or knitting. This ministry is blessed to have the continued parish support and interest. Thanks to each of you for your prayers and continued support.

 

Sacred  Heart – St. Louis Parish

Will host our semi-annual BBQ Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 19 from 11 AM to 3 PM Dinner includes: ½ Bar B Q chicken, baked potato, green beans, coleslaw, roll, pie or cake and a beverage. Adults $8.50 Children $4.50 Dinners to go are available. You can visit the “Sweet Shop and Country Store” for holiday gifts, crafts, homemade baked goods, candy and Christmas greens and wreaths. We are on 680 Elm St. in Gervais. For more info, call 503 792-4231.