Parish Office: 458-6114 Fax: 458-8179 E-mail: [email protected]Web Page: www.olvmt.org Office Hours: 10 am-3 pm Mon-Fri Fr. Dan Shea, Pastor Randy Fraser, Deacon Steve Barry, Deacon “The gatekeeper opens it for him, and the sheep hear his voice, as the shepherd calls his own sheep by name and leads them out.” — John 10:3 Weekend Eucharist: Wolf Creek: Every Saturday 3:00 pm (May through October) OLV: Saturdays 6:00 pm Sundays 8:00 am and 10:30 am Weekday Eucharist: OLV: Wednesdays 6:30 pm Reconciliation: OLV: Wednesdays (except third Wednesdays) 5:45 pm or by appointment LOW GLUTEN HOSTS are available - please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to inquire. May 7, 2017 OUR LADY of the VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH 1502 Shirley Rd — Helena, MT SACRED HEART CHURCH 125 Walsh St — Wolf Creek, MT Our Lady of the Valley Parish Sacred Heart Church Parish Office Staff: Office Manager: Pam Banning Bookkeeper: Cathi Nelson Youth Ministry: Cyndi Krings (PreK-5th) 449-9950 David Casey (Middle School) 443-4750 David Casey (High School) 443-4750 Music Ministry: Maggie Brennan AFF (formerly RCIA): Tim Harris Sharon Richetti Dennis O’Reilly Rick Richetti Carleen Layne Finance Council Members: Chris Jensen (Chair) Tim Harris Laurie Bowlds Kim Kradolfer Karolyne Redding Jim Hill Pastoral Council Members: Pete (Chair) & Barb Oljar Pam Buzalsky Dan & Lucy Gengler Carol Frazer Jim & Kate McDonnell Mary Smith Teri Flemming Rhonda Malecha Mike & Val Bright Mary Kistler Rick & Sharon Richetti Jim McKeon Charlotte McMilin Tammy Stefanik Baptism Classes: January-April-July-October (Contact Parish Office) Marriage Preparation: 6 months’ notice required (Contact Parish Office) Please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to update your phone records when disconnecting your landline. Thank you! 1st Reading: Acts 2:14a, 36—41 Peter proclaimed that only in the name of Jesus Christ are sins forgiven and the Holy Spirit received. 2nd Reading: 1 Peter 2:20b—25 Jesus suffered for the sins of all people, and by his death on the cross, all can live in accord with God’s will. People who strayed like sheep “have now returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.” Gospel: John 10:1—10 Jesus said, “I am the gate for the sheep.” He declared that whoever enters through him will be saved because he came that others may have life and have the fullness of life. Fourth Sunday of Easter TODAY’S READINGS HEARING DEVICES are available for anyone interested in using them. They are located in the drawer beneath the holy water font. READINGS May 14th Acts 6:1—7 1 Peter 2:4—9 John 14:1—12
Fr. Dan Shea, Pastor Randy Fraser, Deacon Steve Barry, Deacon
“The gatekeeper opens it for him, and the sheep hear his voice, as the shepherd calls his own sheep by name and leads them out.”
— John 10:3
Weekend Eucharist:
Wolf Creek: Every Saturday 3:00 pm (May through October)
OLV: Saturdays 6:00 pm
Sundays 8:00 am and 10:30 am
Weekday Eucharist:
OLV: Wednesdays 6:30 pm
Reconciliation:
OLV: Wednesdays (except third Wednesdays)
5:45 pm or by appointment
LOW GLUTEN HOSTS are available - please
contact the parish office at 458-6114 to inquire.
May 7, 2017
OUR LADY of the VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH 1502 Shirley Rd — Helena, MT
SACRED HEART CHURCH
125 Walsh St — Wolf Creek, MT
Our Lady of the Valley Parish
Sacred Heart Church
Parish Office Staff: Office Manager: Pam Banning Bookkeeper: Cathi Nelson
Youth Ministry: Cyndi Krings (PreK-5th) 449-9950 David Casey (Middle School) 443-4750 David Casey (High School) 443-4750
Music Ministry: Maggie Brennan
AFF (formerly RCIA): Tim Harris Sharon Richetti Dennis O’Reilly Rick Richetti Carleen Layne
Finance Council Members: Chris Jensen (Chair) Tim Harris Laurie Bowlds Kim Kradolfer Karolyne Redding Jim Hill
Pastoral Council Members: Pete (Chair) & Barb Oljar Pam Buzalsky Dan & Lucy Gengler Carol Frazer Jim & Kate McDonnell Mary Smith Teri Flemming Rhonda Malecha Mike & Val Bright Mary Kistler Rick & Sharon Richetti Jim McKeon Charlotte McMilin Tammy Stefanik
Marriage Preparation: 6 months’ notice required (Contact Parish Office)
Please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to
update your phone records when disconnecting your
landline. Thank you!
1st Reading: Acts 2:14a, 36—41 Peter proclaimed that only in the name of Jesus Christ are sins
forgiven and the Holy Spirit received.
2nd Reading: 1 Peter 2:20b—25 Jesus suffered for the sins of all people, and by his death on the cross, all can live in accord with God’s will. People who strayed
like sheep “have now returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.”
Gospel: John 10:1—10 Jesus said, “I am the gate for the sheep.” He declared that whoever enters through him will be saved because he came
that others may have life and have the fullness of life.
Fourth Sunday of Easter
TODAY’S READINGS
HEARING DEVICES are available for anyone interested in using them.
They are located in the drawer beneath the holy water font.
READINGS May 14th
Acts 6:1—7 1 Peter 2:4—9 John 14:1—12
WEEKLY SCHEDULE May 6 — May 14, 2017
Saturday 6th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass for Richard Lavigne
6:00 pm Mass
Sunday 7th 8:00 am Mass for Nicole Kearney
10:30 am Mass—First Eucharist
Tuesday 9th 7:00 pm Pastoral Council
Wednesday 10th 5:45 pm Reconciliation
6:30 pm Mass
7:00 pm Youth Group (last class)
Thursday 11th 7:00 pm Brennan Prayer Group
Saturday 13th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass
6:00 pm Mass
Sunday 14th 8:00 am Mass
10:30 am Mass
A WELCOMING COMMUNITY
May 13th 2017 100-year Fatima Anniversary
Please join us in praying the rosary for our nation at NOON on the front steps
of the State Capitol in Helena.
Come celebrate this anniversary by asking God to bless America through the prayer of the rosary of his Most Holy Mother. We all know the United States is in great need of public prayer, repentance, and conversion.
HELENA CATHOLIC YOUNG ADULTS
We will be reading and discussing a passage from Scripture.
Bible & a Brew on May 23rd 7:30 pm
Lewis & Clark Brewery in the side room
Join our Facebook page ‘Helena Catholic Young Adults’ or call Clare Smillie (406)461-1375 or Anna McCarthy (208)713-9421
Almquist, Drew
Austria, Madeleine
Barker, Gabe
Belzer, Jayce
Blaz, Abi
Courchane, Kendall
Crum, Tanner
Cummings, Kodee
Dormady, Riley
Gill, Pete
Giovenco, Giovanni
Howlett, Brooke
Irby, Mary
Kaufman, Braeden
Kenney, Callah
Marron, Elli
Maus, Katie
Northrup, Taylor
O’Connor, Cecelia
Scanlon, Slade
Taylor, Ethan
Wendt, Luke
Whitehouse, Cooper
Zanto, Tatum
Zimmerman, Evelyn
First Communion 2017 Congratulations to our 25 first
communicants! May God bless
and keep you!
What did one candle say to
the other candle?
Are you going out
tonight? If April showers bring mayflowers, what do mayflowers bring? Pilgrims
Thank you Our Lady of the Valley
for your wonderful “Lent to Life” ministry!
Thanks to your generous contributions more than 3,000 bottoms will be kept clean and dry,
145 fashionable looks will be sported, a dozen blankets will be cuddled, toys will be cherished, and so much
more with your donations!
Through our Baby Boutique program, we have helped over 250 parents and children in the Helena area. Your
donations continue to help us assist those in need to take good care of their babies and children.
We could not do it without your continued support. Thank you just does not seem to be enough,
but Thank You! God’s Blessings, Catholic Social Services of Montana
What did the
water say to the
boat? Nothing—It just
waved!
O M G
I T’ S
O L V !
Thank you from the bottom of
my cart.
FOOD SHARE—Kids need us all year!
Flour
In April, as of April 9th, we gave 245 pounds!
Easy Mac cups pudding cups granola bars fruit cups
shelf stable milk Cheerios juice boxes nut butters
ALWAYS NEEDED for kid packs
-canned soups -canned tuna -peanut butter -flour
-canned meals like —Spaghettios —chili —lasagna
The “Wish List” food items for April
PRAYER CHAIN: Do you have a seriously ill family member? If you want to add
someone to our prayer chain, please call Virginia at 443-1881.
VISITS: If someone you know in the parish is in the hospital or is home bound, please call the parish office(458-6114) so we can arrange
visits and/or bring the sacraments.
Wednesday May 10 Last night! LIVE MARIO KART!!
End of year party … Join us for pizza and slo-motion/teen powered racing in the OLV
parking lot from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Oh! So close to goal!
Have you made your
ACA contribution
yet? Only $1,498 is needed to meet our Annual
Catholic Appeal goal. Please consider donating if you have not already done so!
Thank you, Fr. Dan
Will your contribution be one of the last few needed to
get us there?
97%
Instead of getting volunteers together for a Summer Work Day as we have in the past, we thought you may simply want to pick a task (or more) and a friend (or more) to help you!
Indoors
Shampoo carpets where needed
Defrost and clean refrigerators
Clean kitchen cupboards
Wash inside windows and sills
Shampoo all church chairs
Shampoo gold chairs as needed
Clean black chairs
Clean kitchen
Outdoors
Clean out rain gutters
Remove and replace dead trees
Trim trees and brush where needed
Clean landscaping beds by patio
Wash outside windows
Wash exterior window trim and prep and paint where needed Want to help?
Call 458-6114 to schedule a project. Thank you!
Friday-Saturday May 12-13 Confirmation Retreat at Legendary Lodge!
Sponsors are invited but not required to attend.
Thursday May 18 6:30—7:30 pm Mandatory CONFIRMATION PRACTICE
at the Cathedral
Sunday May 21 3 pm CONFIRMATION Mass at the Cathedral
Parish Pastoral Planning Final Report
The final report has been forwarded to
the Chancery. Copies available in the entryway and under ‘Links’ at
olvmt.org. “Shepherd us in ministry and mission.”
Diocesan Prayer for Planning Process
“Eat my flesh,” Jesus says, “and drink my blood.” The Lord supplies
us with these intimate nutrients,
he delivers over his flesh and pours out his blood, and nothing is
lacking for the growth of his
children.
-St. Clement of
Alexandria
Plots available —
Standard $25
Do you need a space to plant
organic, nutritious
food for your family?
Join us at St. Mary’s—
in our second growing season!
ATTENTION GARDENERS
There is space for you in the Jubilee Garden behind St. Mary’s.
If you know a family who wants to learn, encourage them to contact us. Mentoring and
financial assistance is available!
May 20th 10 am-NOON Garden Day, Seed Exchange, and
Compost Workshop
St. Mary’s Jubilee Garden
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
May 6-7, 2017
6:00 PM Saturday Mass
Lectors: Deidre Casey Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy Fraser, Beth and Rick Cottingham, Dave and Vicky Galt Greeters: Duane and Rachel Bakken Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome
8:00 AM Sunday Mass
Lectors: Pat Verzani, Bob Bennett Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy Fraser, Leonard and Ruth Lombardi, David and Teresa Sturm Greeters: Jim Maus Altar Servers: Jessica Marsh and Sam Klatt
10:30 AM Sunday Mass
Lectors: Aurora Sebestyen, Dennis Mayernik Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy and Mary Fraser, Mary Anderson, Karen Bourquin, Jeannine Burns Greeters: Shirley Timmerman Altar Servers: Sadie Donnafield and Lexi Courchane May 13-14, 2017
6:00 PM Saturday Mass
Lectors: Don Pratt Eucharistic Ministers: Cathy and Dan Haag, Les Harris, Mike Latka, Mary LeMieux Greeters: Dave and Mary Beth Garding Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome
8:00 AM Sunday Mass
Lectors: Tom Honzel, Mary Dolan Eucharistic Ministers: Terri Temple, Larry Thomas, Paul Tschida, Alton and Kathie Williams Greeters: Joellen and Ken Moon Altar Servers: Ali and Brendan Miller
10:30 AM Sunday Mass
Lectors: Erik Burke, Judy Hazen Eucharistic Ministers: JoAnne Canney, Cassie Jimenez, Amy Kelly, Cassie Kelly, Ron Miller Greeters: Pat Zincke Altar Servers: Rylee Cummings and Samantha Smith
Coffee Ministry: Volunteers Welcome after Sunday Masses
Bread Bakers: May 13, 14—Sherie Steele May 20, 21 & 27, 28—Chris Jensen
WELCOME TO OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH Our warmest welcome to all who celebrate with us. If you are not registered, have a change of address, or have other needs, please fill out this form and place in the collection basket or mail to the parish office.* Date: ___________________ Name_____________________________________________ ______New parishioner/Registration form requested Address___________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new address
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