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Mass Intentions for the Week Monday July 23—St. Bridget 8:00 a.m. †Carol Staniszewski req. Joe & Peg Oreskovich Tuesday July 24—St. Sharbel Makhluf 8:00 a.m. †Stan & Helen Palasinski req. Harold & Dorothy Hande Wednesday July 25—St. James 8:00 a.m. †Will & Donnita Hahnenberg req. Wilkinson family Thursday July 26 7:00 p.m. Rosary Friday July 27 - Ss Joachim & Anne 8:00 a.m. †Chet Haluch req. Wilkinson family
Sunday July 22—16th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 a.m. Pro Populo 11:00 a.m. †Stanley Przybocki req. Joseph Przybocki
Dear Friends in Christ, A story from the life of Mother Teresa shows her love for lonely and unwanted people, the "sheep without a shepherd," who, while materially well-off, are sometimes "the poorest
of the poor." On one occasion, she visited a well-run nursing home where good food, medical care and other facilities were offered to the elderly. As she moved among the old people, she noticed that none of them smiled unless she touched them and smiled at them first. She also noticed that many of them kept glancing expectantly towards the door while listening to her. When she asked one of the nurses why this was so, she was told: “They are looking for a visit from someone related to them. But, except for an occasional visit, birthday gift or a get-well card, this never happens." Jesus invites us, in today’s Gospel, to show concern, mercy and compassion for such sheep without a shepherd. Today’s readings explain how God, like a good shepherd, redeems His people and provides for them. They also challenge us to use our God-given authority in the family, in the Church and in society, with fidelity and responsibility. Today, pastoral ministry includes not only the pastoral care given by those named or ordained as “pastors” but the loving service given by all Christians who follow different callings to serve and lead others. Have a nice week-end. Sincerely, Fr Joseph.
Saturday July 28—Vigil: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. †Delphine, Valentine & Phyllis Soltysinski req. sister, Esther Nolan Sunday July 29—17th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 a.m. Pro Populo 11:00 a.m. †Neal Piecyk req. Dorothy Dietz
READERS & EMHC—JULY 28/29 4:30 P.M. 8:00 A.M. 11:00 A.M. READER READER READER T. Janczewski C. Bombich E. Stanek EMHC EMHC EMHC J. Clauto J. Butler E. Huver Y. Lean J. Butler C. Thomas S. Hill M. Walker T. Thomas R. Garcia F. Wunderlich R. Schincariol L. Ehinger M. Gibbs M. Middlebrooks W. Hitchcock S. Gibbs F. Wallace M. Dick P. Arbanas F. Ross
ALTAR SERVERS—JULY 28/29 C. Carpp A. Gibbs J. Maichele Volunteer F. Wunderlich A. Maichele Volunteer P. Wunderlich S. Marshall
Readings for the Week of July 22, 2018 Sunday Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Jer 23:1-6; Ps 23:1-3, 3-4, 5, 6; Eph 2:13-18; Mk 6:30-34 Monday Saint Bridget, Religious Mi 6:1-4, 6-8; Ps 50:5-6, 8-9, 16bc-17, 21 & 23; Mt 12:38-42 Tuesday Saint Sharbel Makhlúf, Priest Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 85:2-4, 5-6, 7, 8: Mt 12:46-50 Wednesday Saint James, Apostle 2 Cor 4:7-15; Ps 126:1bc-2ab, 2cd-3, 4-5, 6; Mt 20:20-28 Thursday Saints Joachim and Anne Jer 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13; Ps 36:6-7ab, 8-9, 10-11; Mt 13:10-17 Friday Jer 3:14-17; Jer 31:10, 11-12abcd, 13; Mt 13:18-23 Saturday Jer 7:1-11; Ps 84:3, 4, 5-6a & 8a, 11; Mt 13:24-30 Sunday Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Kgs 4:42-44; Ps 145:10-11, 15-16, 17-18; Eph 4:1-6; Jn 6:1-15
We pray for the repose of the soul of Dr. Stephen Warner Towle. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.
THE SPONSOR OF THE WEEK is Wydick’s Hauling, Cleaning & Recycling. To view the full advertisement, see the back page of our bulletin. Please patronize all of our sponsors because they make the bulletin possible.
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JULY 22, 2018
Prayer Requests 3rd Week of July—Don Van Meter, Judy Lawson, John Fezzey, Ted Deal, For families, Esther Nolan, David Brusach, Mike Thomas, Dale Kemp, Lauren Markel, Fr. David Otto, Todd Sikkema, William Rios, Virginia Stimac, Mary Nash, David Koppers, Bill & Jeanne Grevelding, Tammy Hawes, Ellie D., Nicole Middaugh, Chris Nash, Ron Sons, Florence Hunt, Theron Mosey Pray for those residing at Bronson Commons and White Oaks. Please call the office if you are in special need of prayer help.
BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL 2018 Parish Goal: $64,501
Pledges: $62,446 Needed: $2,055
% of Goal Pledged: 96.8% # of Donors: 195
KNIGHTLY NEWS Family of the Year—Jack & Judy Butler
Their efforts as a couple was outstanding for their work in helping St. Mary Church in many ways such as readers at mass, homebound ministers, eucharistic ministers, helpers at church functions, and many others. Thank you both for making St. Mary Church a stronger faith-based community. Jack has been a strong leader for the Knights with his serving as Grand Knight (he says during the age of the dina soars), in charge of the fish fry, member of the Honor Guard, and many other things he is asked to do.
Knight of the Year—Roger Pamment Three years ago the Knights were at a crossroad in our efforts to carry on our work. Our funds were so low we were looking at selling our building, moving into some place like the school or church to hold meetings, etc. Roger was one of the few who opposed the selling of the building. He also stepped up by becoming Bingo leader, putting just about 24 hours per day into the effort. Did he turn things around? We have been able to buy all new tables and chairs, put in new building insolation, new bingo machine, electrical wiring being done, upgraded the restrooms with plans to build two new handicap bathrooms, plus our bank account is looking pretty good right now. Hats off to Roger and those that help put his ideas into action. PGK Blaine Douglas
Parish Support–July 15, 2018 Envelopes (149) $4,702 Loose $ 854 Total $5,556 Weekly Target $7,700 Amount over (under) Target ($2,144)
Envelopes issued 381 Registered households 727
Collection Year-to-Date $19,681 Budgeted Year-to-Date $23,100 Amount over (under) Year-to-Date ($3,419)
The next baptism class will be held on August 15th at 7:00PM in the school. Baptisms will be on August 26th after the 11:00AM Mass. Please call the office to register.
Family Day Mass and Picnic for Persons with Disabilities - Persons with Disabilities, their families and caregivers are invited to the 5th annual Family Day Mass and Picnic, Sunday, August 12th from 2:00 – 5:00 pm at St. Jerome Parish, 229 Collier Ave., Battle Creek. Individuals of all ages and disability types are invited. Gather at 2:00p.m. Mass with Bishop Bradley at 2:30p.m. Food and fellowship follow Mass from 3:30 - 5:00p. Food will be provided free of charge. RSVP requested by August 3rd. Contact Lisa Irwin at 269-903-0177 or [email protected]
Bake Sale!!!! To all you good bakers, your help is needed to supply bake goods for a bake sale to be held here the weekend of July 28th & 29th. The proceeds will help to fund the cost of updating kitchen equipment in the parish hall. For information, please
contact Mary Pyonk, 655-8182 or text/call 501-6400.
Annual Wine & Harvest Festival—September 7, 8, and 9 SAINT MARY’S SCHOOL NEEDS YOUR HELP!
MANY VOLUNTEERS are needed to make this fundraiser a success. Please sign up to work a shift (or more than one)!!! Friday: 10:00AM-5:00PM, 4:30PM-8:45PM, 8:30PM-12:45AM Saturday: 10:00AM-5:00PM, 4:30PM-8:45PM, 8:30PM-12:45AM Sunday: 11:00AM-5:00PM To sign up, email (preferable) or text Nicole Muir or Jennifer Rossell YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, DAY AND SHIFT(S), CONTACT INFORMATION. [email protected] 269-744-2582 - Jennifer or 269-568-0004 – Nicole TEXT ONLY PLEASE (I work nights)!! Thank you for your HELP and SUPPORT of our school!
Father's Coffee House returns with an ice cream social on Monday, August 6 at 7 pm. Join Father Joseph and fellow parishioners for ice cream, conversations, and of course coffee.
St. Mary Parish Blessing of the Backpacks: Sunday, August 19 at the 11 am mass. All children, teens, college students, military students, teachers, school employees, and families are encouraged to attend and receive a special
blessing as they prepare to head back to the classrooms for fall. Refreshments will be served after mass in the all-purpose room.
Coffee and Donuts Returns: Have you missed your after mass coffee chats and delectable donuts? Not to worry, this social activity will resume on Sunday, August 19 after the 11 am mass in combination with the blessing of the backpacks.
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