August 13, 2017 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time www.stisidore.church saintisidore stisidoremacomb connect with us Be sure to like us on Facebook & check in when you come to Mass so if someone is searching for a church home, they know that there is a friendly face at St. Isidore. harvestnews Truly, you are the Son of God. Matthew 14:33 INTRODUCING MATTHEW HUNT, YOUTH MINISTER St. Isidore welcomes our new Youth Minister, Matt Hunt, who previously served at St. Fabian Church in Farmington Hills. Matt began his ministry to the youth of St. Isidore on August 1, 2017. Turn to page 6 for Matt's introduction article. OUR FOCUS St. Isidore provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment so that persons of every background feel included and engaged here. Our doors are open. We reach out to those who are seeking God’s grace and meet them where they are. St. Isidore is a strong, passionate place of faith. Together we will build up our community and share it with those around us. build COMMUNITY reach OTHERS † connect WITH GOD
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August 13, 2017 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
www.stisidore.church
saintisidore stisidoremacomb
connect with usBe sure to like us on Facebook & check in when you come to Mass so if someone is searching for a church home, they know that there is a friendly face at St. Isidore.
harvestnews
Truly, you are the Son of God.
Matthew 14:33
INTRODUCING MATTHEW HUNT, YOUTH MINISTERSt. Isidore welcomes our new Youth Minister, Matt Hunt, who previously served at St. Fabian Church in Farmington Hills.Matt began his ministry to the youth of St. Isidore on August 1, 2017.Turn to page 6 for Matt's introduction article.
OUR FOCUS
St. Isidore provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment so that persons of every background feel included and engaged here.
Our doors are open. We reach out to those who are seeking God’s grace and meet them where they are.
St. Isidore is a strong, passionate place of faith. Together we will build up our community and share it with those around us.
connectWITH GOD
reachOTHERS
buildCOMMUNITY
connectWITH GOD
reachOTHERS
buildCOMMUNITY
† connectWITH GOD
reachOTHERS
buildCOMMUNITY
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WEEKLY CALENDAR INDEXAssumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 6
Austin Catholic High School 10
Baby Pantry 8
Baptisms 3
Boxes for the Troops/Desert Angel 9Children’s Page 13Christian Service 5Communion of Saints Prayer Community 9
CSA Status 11Deacon Bill’s Column 10Diane Bucko’s Column 4Faith Formation 5F.I.T. (First Impressions Team) 5Liturgical Schedule 12Mass Intentions 4Men's Retreat 9Military 11Parish Directory 12Parish Office Summer Hours 3Pope Francis' Monthly Intention 3Prayers for the Sick 11RCIA 7Rest In Peace 3Rummage Sale 8Stewardship 11St. Vincent De Paul 7Wedding Banns 3Women's Day of Reflection 8Youth Ministry 1, 6
Sunday, August 13 7:30 am Mass CH 9:30 am Mass CH 11:30 am Mass CH 1:00 pm Baptisms CH
Monday, August 14 8:00 am Mass CH 7:00 pm Prayer Group RC Tuesday, August 15 - The Assumption 7:00 am Holy Hour CH 8:00 am Mass CH12:15 pm Mass CH 7:00 pm Mass CH Wednesday, August 16 8:00 am Mass CH 9:30 am Scripture Study RC 7:30 pm Wedding Music Planning CH
Thursday, August 17 8:00 am Mass CH11:00 am Young at Heart RC Friday, August 18 7:00 am Holy Hour CH 8:00 am Mass CH
Saturday, August 19 8:00 am Mass CH 3:15 pm Reconciliation CH 4:30 pm Mass CH
Sunday, August 20 7:30 am Mass CH 9:30 am Mass CH 11:30 am Mass CH
The Week of August 13, 2017Sunday Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a; Ps 85:9, 10, 11-12, 13-14; Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33Monday Saint Maximilian Kolbe, Priest and Martyr Dt 10:12-22; Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20; Mt 17:22-27 Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2; Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14; 1 Cor 15:54b-57; Lk 11:27-28Tuesday The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Ps 45:10, 11, 12, 16; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56Wednesday Saint Stephen of Hungary Dt 34:1-12; Ps 66:1-3a, 5 and 8, 16-17; Mt 18:15-20Thursday Jos 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17; Ps 114:1-2, 3-4, 5-6; Mt 18:21—19:1Friday Jos 24:1-13; Ps 136:1-3, 16-18, 21-22 and 24; Mt 19:3-12Saturday Saint John Eudes, Priest Jos 24:14-29; Ps 16:1-2a and 5, 7-8, 11; Mt 19:13-15Sunday Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 56:1, 6-7; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8; Rom 11:13-15, 29-32; Mt 15:21-28
AUGUST 13, 20173 19TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
BAPTISMSOn Sunday, August 6, 2017, Fr. Ron Victor welcomed two new Christians into the family of God:
Lennon Therese AfdemDaughter of Jeremy & Danielle (Switalski) Afdem
Jack Michael VigneauSon of Jason & Michelle (Catanzaro) VigneauThe parents, godparents and families took part in these joyous events.
WEDDING BANNS I David Pierzynski & Amanda De Rey
Alexander DelaneyEntered eternal life on August 1, 2017 Husband of Helena Delaney
Marie BaeckerootEntered eternal life on August 2, 2017 Mother of William Baeckeroot
Rose Mary MattiucciEntered eternal life on August 4, 2017 Wife of Albert MattiucciOur thoughts and prayers are with their families. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
REST IN PEACE
Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm closed for lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pmFriday 8:30 am - 12:00 noonSaturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmSunday 8:30 am - 1:00 pmNormal office hours will resume after Labor Day (September 4) on Tuesday, September 5.
THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARYThe Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is on Tuesday, August 15, and is a holy day of obligation.Masses will be at: 8:00 AM12:15 PM 7:00 PM
THE POPE'S MONTHLY INTENTION
AUGUSTArtistsThat artists of our time, through their ingenuity, may help everyone discover the beauty of creation.
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Monday, August 148:00 AM M/M Eric Haglund & Family ParentJoan Angle Tommy Angle†George Nikoriuk Wife, Carole†Paul Hahn Mom†Leo & †Genevieve Wolshon (Anniversary) Daughter†Carol Mathewson Richard Koss Family
Tuesday, August 15 - The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary8:00 AM, 12:15 PM, 7:00 PM Wednesday, August 168:00 AM †Stanley Filipek Irene Maciag†Patricia Stasik (6 Month Anniversary) SITE†William "Bill" Goike Wife & Family
Thursday, August 178:00 AM Mary Herc ChildrenAnn Jenuwine Prayer Person†Giovanni Meschini Wife & Family
Friday, August 188:00 AMJeff Angle Tommy Angle†Robert Dickerson Family†Edward Perry Family
Saturday, August 198:00 AM People of the Parish
Saturday, August 194:30 PMFr. Noel Tommy AngleDavid Angle Brother, Tom†Michael Burtnyk, Jr. Family†Duane Mousty Wife, Virginia†Rayomond D'Addario Wife†William "Bill" Goike Wife & Family†Leo Calabro Wife†Donald Frisch Mary Jane†David Panetta, Jr. Mom & Dad†Stephen & †Lottie Muzyk Muzyk Family Sunday, August 207:30 AM Stephanie Varcheti Tia & Kurt Klein†Domenica & †Pasquale Spalvieri Family†Anthony J. Lucido Family†Luigi & †Livia Benvenuti Daughter, Carla †James Boyd Wife & Daughters
9:30 AM †Frank DiPonio Wife & Family†Bill Pullen Vince & Connie Mariani†Edward Kosinski Peter & Cassie Sapienza
11:30 AM People of the Parish†Ken Scargall Mom & Dad†Louise Trevisi Family†Eugenia Maccagnone Husband, Frank†Bill Fisher Mom
MASS INTENTIONS
19th Sunday in Ordinary TimeIn today’s First Reading from 1 Kings, Elijah is fleeing the wrath of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel after he slit the throats of the priests of Baal. They will kill him most painfully if they catch him. He was hiding in a cave when he heard a voice tell him to go outside because God would pass by him. Elijah imagined further instructions would come from God. An enormous wind came up but God was not in it. Then an earthquake shook the earth, but God was not in it. Then there was a fire but God was not in it either. Last, there was a quiet whisper. That was the voice of God. Elijah hid his face and went out to meet God. Paul, writing in Romans, is in anguish
because he could not bring the Jews to faith in Christ. He acknowledges they were the people of the first covenant and all of God’s promises were given to them. He wishes he was cursed by God instead of having to turn away from his Jewish upbringing and faith. But he will not back down. He speaks the truth of Christ, guided by the Holy Spirit.Today’s Gospel is the story of Jesus walking on the water. Oh, to have been a witness to that! The disciples were probably seasick in a boat that was bobbing up and down in the wind and waves. But what really terrified them was seeing Jesus walking across the waves to them. It was midnight (4th watch) and stormy dark. They thought he was a ghost. Jesus told them not to be afraid. Peter, always putting his foot
in his mouth, told Jesus to command him to walk on the water. So Jesus did. Peter climbed out of the boat and started walking! But then he thought about where he was and he became afraid. Then he started to sink. Jesus reached out and saved Peter. He asked Peter why he did not have enough faith in Jesus’ power. The other disciples recognized Jesus had power over the elements of nature so he surely must be the Son of God. What’s in it for us? It is so easy to be Peter, isn’t it? We need proof instead of trusting with faith. We doubt, we are afraid, we feel that we are sinking. Jesus always reaches out to save us. Trust in him and you too can walk on water.
While it is summer and people are away on vacations or at their cottages, the Christian Service Commission is still at work because the needs of people do not go on vacation. The Christian Service Commission is a very small group, 6 to 8 people. In order to keep up with what we are doing and do even more, we need people. If you are thinking of finding a way to answer Jesus’ call to help complete the mission He started, as well as being a part of the Mission and Vision of St. Isidore to reach out into the community to serve the People of God, then you want to become a member of the Christian Service Commission. The Commission meets September through May, the 1st Tuesday of each month usually, from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm.Please, if you can help, call me at the office. If I am not available please leave a message and I will get back to you.Have a great summer,Peace, Tony
Matthew Todd Hunt was born in the rural parts of Western Kentucky, in the city of Fancy Farm, KY. Matt attended the Carlisle County School System. Throughout high school, he was involved in the youth group at St. Jerome. It wasn't until his junior year that he attended a Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) retreat, where he discovered his calling to youth ministry. Throughout college, Matt engaged in many alternative spring breaks to various communities with Catholic Ministry Newman House by helping provide services to those communities. At the Newman House, Matt engaged in many mission trips to New Mexico, Jamaica & New Orleans. For two summers, Matt was involved with a traveling missionary group called Young Disciples, based out of the Diocese of Fargo, North Dakota. Young Disciples travel around North Dakota and provide VBS camps to small, rural based parishes (most of which were on Native American Reservations.) Through all his mission experiences, Matt fostered a love for serving others and is a well-versed traveler.Matt graduated from Murray State University in May 2007 with a degree in Organizational Communication and minor in Non-Profit & Youth Leadership.
Since graduating from Murray State, he worked professionally in youth ministry for 6 years in the Diocese of Owensboro. Matt has organized mission trips, retreats, service projects, and youth trips to Conferences such as the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC.) Along with youth ministry, Matt has had years of experience in leading Confirmation Retreats and faith formation programs. Through ministry, Matt uses his passion and talents to help the youth understand their baptismal call of serving the people of God through committing to Christ.Matt moved up to Michigan to be with his now-wife, Sarah. They currently have one daughter, Cecilia Rose, who is one year old. Matt and Sarah met online on Catholic Match and God has written a beautiful love story for them and brought them here to St. Isidore. Simply put, Matt loves his Catholic faith, family, and he's loving the life Christ gave him. For the past three years Matt worked at St. Fabian Catholic Church as the High School Youth Minister. It was a great parish that helped support and grow the Hunt Family. Since then Matt & Sarah have bought a home in Warren. With Starting at St. Isidore Matt is now a working & resident Eastsider!
Matt is pretty laid back and easy going guy. Most of Matt’s friends and family would describe him as hyperactive, faithful, and fun-loving. He's a coffee addict, comic reading, music lover, and is also a huge tech geek! In his spare time, he loves being outdoors hiking, loves food (mostly sampling), and exploring cities. Matt is not only excited to begin a new ministry here at St. Isidore because of his passion for the youth, but he was inspired to make the move from the back woods country to city life.If you have a calling for serving the young church please give Matt Hunt a call and he would love to find a place for you in the St. Isidore Youth Ministry program.
CSA MINUTE: OFFICE FOR YOUNG ADULT AND CAMPUS MINISTRY
Nightfever: Detroit 2017 is heating up, with six events scheduled across the Archdiocese of this month and next, thanks to your gifts to the Catholic Services Appeal. The Nightfever initiative grew out of World Youth Day 2005, and continues to spread across Europe and North America. Nightfever combines adoration, reconciliation, prayer, music, and an opportunity to bring new people into the Church. Nightfever: Detroit is coordinated through the Office for Young Adult and Campus Ministry. Volunteers will take to the streets, and invite people to go into the church to light a candle, say a prayer, or speak with a priest, at St. Mary Mystical Rose, Armada, on August 17; Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica, Royal Oak, on August 19; the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Detroit, on August 31; St. Mary, Royal Oak, on September 3; St. Isaac Jogues, St. Clair Shores, on September 9; and St. Joseph, South Lyon, on September 23. For more information about this and other CSA-funded ministries, programs, and services, go to www.aod.org.
AUGUST 13, 20177 19TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Who?You were never baptized but you desire to become Catholic.You were baptized in the Catholic Church but you never celebrated other sacraments.You were baptized in another Christian Church but you desire to become Catholic.You know someone who might be interested and just needs an encouraging push.
How?The Rite of Christian Adults is the process that will help you achieve any of the above goals. Each step of the RCIA journey is designed to answer your questions and introduce you to the fundamental beliefs and practices of the Catholic Church.
When?We meet on Monday nights from 7:00-8:30 in the front conference room (we do have some nights off). Classes will continue through Easter. We begin to attend Mass together in mid-November. It’s a big commitment.
Who do I contact?Call Diane at 286-1700, ext. 110, or email [email protected]. We will set up a time to meet and get acquainted.
God is never outdone in generosity. The more we give, the more we receive.How do we serve God? Most of us aren’t champions or heroes. We don’t stand out in a crowd. We have talents, but don’t think of them as anything special or extraordinary.But we can love our neighbor with zeal, spirit and service. In the midst of pain and sorrow, love blossoms in the form of understanding and support for our neighbors in need.Our love of God is complete only if it includes love of neighbor – love of all our neighbors. (Anonymous)
Thank you for everything you give to our Food Pantry.We do our best to spread your love of neighbor. Please keep us and the families we help in your prayers.
OUR PANTRY NEEDS:(Please - NO OUT-DATED FOOD, NO CLOTHES. Save clothes for next month’s Rummage Sale.)
BACK TO SCHOOL IS UPON US. WE NEED:*PUDDING, JELLO & FRUIT CUPS*JUICE BOXES*GRANOLA BARS*CHEESE SNACK PACKS...ANYTHING ELSE YOUR CHILDREN LIKE TO TAKE FOR SNACKS
WE ALSO NEED:****JELLY!!!!!!**CANNED SPAGHETTI SAUCE*CANNED CHICKEN & STEWS*MASHED POTATO POUCHES*PORK & BEANS*CRACKERS - SALTINE & CLUB*TUNA HELPER*CANNED CHILI***GENDER NEUTRAL DEODORANT**SHAMPOO**PAPER TOWELS**LAUNDRY SOAPLET US STRIVE TO BE: A MIND THROUGH WHICH CHRIST THINKS, A HEART THROUGH WHICH CHRIST LOVES, A VOICE THROUGH WHICH CHRIST SPEAKS, A HAND THROUGH WHICH CHRIST HELPS.
God’s Love to All of You! St. Isidore Conference - - Pat Schmeiser
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Time for Fall Cleaning!!We would love to have your usable “no longer needed” items for the upcoming St. Isidore rummage sale. We accept appliances, furniture, gardening tools, dishes, glassware, pots and pans, decorating accessories, bikes, toys, etc., AND gently used clothing and shoes.
PLEASE, DONATE ONLY ITEMS IN GOOD CONDITION.Sorry, we cannot accept TVs over 10 years old.
Rummage Sale Donation Drop Off DaysMonday, Sept. 11th 9 am - 5 pmTuesday, Sept 12th 9 am - 5 pmWednesday, Sept 13th 9 am - 1 pm
Rummage Sale DaysThursday, Sept. 14th 9 am - 10 am - Early Bird Admission of $1.00 10 am - 5 pm - Regular Sale Hours-no entry feeFriday, Sept. 15th 9 am - 1 pm
- Bag Day ($2.00/bag, ½ off larger items)
For Questions, call:Jan Stark 586 749-9423Sue Schwark 586 949-6907
All Donations Are Tax Deductible – Receipt upon request
Thank You for Your SupportSt. Isidore Altar Society
(from Fr. Kenneth E. Grabner): “Each day we benefit from the richness of God’s care for us… When we realize how much we have received, the importance in sharing our resources strikes us with great urgency.”
We REALLY need: h Baby shampoo and wash h Powdered Enfamil Gentlease h Diapers: Sizes 4, 5 and 6
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR ALL DONATIONS BECAUSE THE NEED IS GREAT!
BABY PANTRY
ATTENTION LADIES OF THE PARISH
What better way to grow in your faith than to attend a Day of Reflection at the Capuchin Retreat Center in Washington Twp.!
The St. Isidore Altar Society Women's Day of Reflection is scheduled for Wednesday, October 11, 2017.The hours are 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Registration is at 8:45 am.The donation is $25 at the time of sign-up in the church office.Reservation deadline is Wednesday, October 4, 2017.For more information, contact Joanne Chalut at 586-690-8735.
AUGUST 13, 20179 19TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
FOR MEN ONLY!
Our weekend retreat this year is called“Come and Rest in Me”September 15-17Come and pray with us at the beautifulCapuchin Retreat House in Washington Twp.Deepen your friendship with Christ Call Vince Mariani at 586-677-2607 or email [email protected] before Sept. 1The fee is $170, which includes a $50 non-refundable deposit “Come and Rest in Me” is for all men, even your friends who are not Catholic
Our men and women serving in the Armed Forces overseas are provided with the basic necessities, but lack many of the things we take for granted here at home. The “Desert Angel” group tries to help with the things that our service men and women need to make life in the desert and elsewhere more bearable and easier.We are asking that we, as a parish family, respond to the needs of our troops overseas by donating, and then packing the boxes to be sent to our people overseas. If you have a loved one serving overseas, you are more than welcome to pack a box to be sent specifically to your loved one along with other volunteers. There is a list printed below.
Packing of the boxes will be on Saturday, August 26, beginning at 9:00 am.
These are the items needed by our military men and women. These items are suggestions. When shopping think about what you would like to get if you could not go to the store for a year.
Personal Hygiene/Medical: Combs, brushes, Q-Tips, chap stick, eye drops, stick deodorant, body lotion, individual Kleenex packs, razors, toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouth wash, body wash and bar soap, manicure sets, baby wipes, Cortaid and Benadryl creams, Bio Freeze, foot care products (medicated or not), Travel size toiletries, lotion, shampoos and conditioners for all types of ethnicity, tampons, menstrual pads, hair clips and ponytail bands. TUBES of shaving cream (NO Aerosol, nail polish or perfume)
Breakfast Foods: Pop Tarts, Granola Bars, pre-sweetened cereal, cereal bars, oatmeal (in packets), powdered dry milk and sugar.
Beverages: Hot chocolate, Gatorade, Crystal light, Kool-Aid, coffee, instant coffee, flavored dry coffee creamer, tea, Tang drink. Any small powdered packets of water flavor.
Food: (Individually wrapped) Slim Jims, beef jerky, (or small packages of these items) tuna in foil pouches, (or cans) fruit roll ups, pasta, canned chicken, canned meat, noodles in a cup, jelly and peanut butter (in plastic containers or small on the go portions) pita bread or flat bread.
Snacks: Rice Krispy treats, lifesavers, brownies, cookies, nuts, raisins, snack cakes, dried fruit, trail Mix, Pringles, pretzels, crackers, sun flower seeds, all kinds of hard candy, Tootsie Rolls, any individually wrapped treat.
Additional Items: Pocket Bibles, small and large zip lock storage bags, travel size pillows, pillow cases, socks, wash cloths, towels, large bandannas, t-shirts, batteries (AA & AAA).
THE DESERT ANGEL
We are a Catholic charismatic prayer community meeting at St. Isidore every Monday at 7:00 pm in the Resource Center. Please enter at the door by the Blessed Mother Garden off Romeo Plank [email protected]
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AUSTIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Austin Catholic High SchoolOffering New Opportunities...with Long Standing Tradition.25925 23 Mile RdChesterfield, Michigan 48051586.200.0143austincatholicacademy.org
Austin staff, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. LaPerre, Mr. Rigney and Ms. Hawkins pose after this year's graduation ceremony
Austin in Action: Austin Welcomes New StaffAs we continue to grow and expand our programs, Austin Catholic Administration recognizes the importance of meeting the needs of all our students and families. As we continue to offer rigorous courses, a variety of electives including Advanced Placement and full arts programs, and a community of faith committed to growing our students in mind, body, and spirit, we seek faculty and staff that are not just highly qualified teachers but have strong faith and Catholic values. We welcome the following to our amazing Austin staff:• Mr. James Baker enters the position of Assistant
Principal of Academic Affairs. Mr. Baker will also teach Economics and Intro to Law.
• Mrs. Pam Olejniczak joins Austin in the position of Assistant Principal of Student Affairs. Ms. Olejniczak will also teach Health and Seminar.
• Ms. Mary Diehl joins our team as teacher of English Literature and Spanish
• Rev. Mr. Tim Maxwell will serve as Co-Director of Campus Ministry and Theology teacher.
We invite everyone to meet our amazing staff and students at our annual Open House on Sunday, October 29th.
Thinking of Mary written July 5, 2017One of the most problematic Catholic theologies for Protestants to understand or accept is the Catholic Church’s teachings on Mary. For many Protestants, Mary is “just another woman”, and we should only focus our attention on God, and His Son, Jesus. Again, as I just mentioned, they do not understand the Church’s teachings on Mary. I would further suggest that those who think of Mary as “just another woman” are not in concert with the Gospels. Mary is the only person, man or woman, who is referred to as being “full of grace” (Luke 1:28); Mary says herself: “…For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed” (Luke 1:48). While the Scriptures speak often of those blessed, Mary is the only person described in the Gospels as being “blessed” for “all generations”. Mary is not now, nor ever has been, the focus of our faith and worship. Our faith is in God, His love and mercy; in His Son Jesus Christ who died for our sins and rose from the dead to give us life; in the Holy Spirit who emanates and animates the love of the Father and Son. Mary is not a center of our faith, she is one who leads us into deeper faith.At the risk of over-simplifying Mary’s role in the Church, I would suggest we think of Mary as a sort of spiritual tour guide. If you have ever gone on a tour, a pilgrimage, or visited a museum, you can appreciate the value of having someone who knows the “territory”; the history, the background information, where the important places are. This person is the Guide. There is no other person mentioned in Scriptures that could possibly have a more intimate knowledge of Jesus than His mother, Mary. There is no other person mentioned in Scriptures that could have a greater love of Jesus than His mother, Mary. There is no other person mentioned in Scriptures who would more insistently redirect one’s faith to her Son, Jesus, than Mary. Mary leads us to her Son. And Jesus, who was like us in every way but sin, would have a great love and respect for His mother. I do not believe that Jesus really looks “kindly” upon those who say: “She’s just another woman.” Mary is His mother!This week – Tuesday, August 15 – the Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary into Heaven. Though the understanding that Mary was assumed into heaven goes back into the very early church, it is the most recent Doctrine on Mary in the church (1952, Pope Pius XII). Many Protestants complain that there is no mention in Scriptures of Mary being assumed into heaven, so there is no reason to believe that she has. I agree that there is no mention of Mary’s assumption into heaven, but the Scriptures are about God and Jesus, not Mary. There are though two references to humans being assumed into heaven in the Hebrew Scriptures: “Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him.” (Gen 5:24); and “As they continued walking and talking, a chariot of fire and horses of fire separated the two of them, and Elijah ascended in a whirlwind into heaven.” (2 Kgs 2:11). While the reference in Genesis is less specific, the quote from 2 Kings is quite specific: Elijah was taken up to heaven, body and soul, without dying. This begs two questions: 1. In all of salvation history, who is more critical in the birth of Jesus, our Savior, than His mother; and 2. If God would take Enoch and Elijah into heaven, body and soul, would God not do the same for the mother of His Son?
PFC Tanner Adkins Army AfghanistanWO1 Jeremy Bentley Army IraqPvt. Troy Ciaramella Army USASgt. Sean Collins MarinesSgt. Tyler Dean Army KuwaitPFC Anthony Difatta Army AfghanistanPFC Brian Domzalski MarinesPFC E3 Jeffrey Frame Army WO2 Jason Gaboury Army Capt. Wade Gaboury Air Force QatarSgt. James Galowski, Jr. Army Middle EastPFC John Gellert III Army Michael Giacalone Coast Guard AfghanistanAaron Griffin Navy Seal AfghanistanLt. David R. Grzywacz Navy LCpl David Horton Marines AfghanistanMaj. Jeffrey Jablonski Army MichiganLCpl Logan Jabouri MarinesJ. Jackson Navy Staff Sgt. Ethan Jensen Air Force AfghanistanSgt. Edward Kujawa MarinesJason Kurpiewski Navy AfghanistanSeaBee UT2 Brian Louwers Navy Spec. Michael Manning Army AfghanistanTristan Newton Navy Courtney Osborne Navy AfghanistanPFC Matt Piotke Army IraqMC2 Jeffrey Richardson Navy AfghanistanSr. Airman Justin Santiago Air Force JordanJoel Sebastian Army Chief John C. Sbraccia Navy KuwaitSr. Airman Jeremy Spanski Air Force AfghanistanCpl. Jeremiah Stewart Army AfghanistanPFC Ann Vassas Marines S. CarolinaGjelosh Vata Army
Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. And give us peace. Amen.
...and for all parishioners that are ill but not on this list and their caretakers.
Unless expressly requested by the family, usually the name of the sick person will be taken off the list after three months. In the instance of an ongoing serious, critical, or terminal status that is known to us, that policy will not apply.
STEWARDSHIP
SPECIAL COLLECTIONSAugust 15 Assumption of MaryAugust 20 Building Fund
We invite our parishioners to call the parish office to provide us with the names of men and women from our parish who are presently serving in the armed services. Let us know when our brave men and women return from harm''s way.
Offertory Collection (from July 1, 2017 to date)
Budgeted $ 135,577.00
Electronic Giving & Correction $ 0.00
Weekly Collection $ 140,270.00
Over / (- Under) $ 4,693.00
# Envelopes Returned 697
# Registered Families 3,373
# Registered Members 9,519
As of August 6, 2017
2017 Catholic Services Appeal (CSA)St. Isidore Church Status as of July 31Goal $ 181,114.00Amount Pledged $ 150,631.36Outstanding Balance $ 30,482.64Registered Families (start of campaign) 3,758 Pledging Families 713 Non-Responding Families 3,045
EVANGELIZATION PRAYERGracious God, Bless all the people of St. Isidore with increased faith and charity. Send the Holy Spirit to renew our hearts and minds that we might become a church dedicated to sharing your “Good News” with others.In Jesus name we pray. Amen!
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WEEKEND LITURGY SCHEDULE AUGUST 19 & 20, 2017
Deacons Rev. Mr. Tom Carter Rev. Mr. Bill StimpsonPastoral Minister Tony KendzierskiOperations Ron PakizerOffice Manager Debbie Rak Pastoral Associate Diane Bucko Technology & Communications Holly ShanefeltLiturgy & Music Amy RighiMusic & Creative Development Matt KushChildren’s Choir Director Claire ToupinParish Nurse Heather Herbst, RN, BSNFaith Formation Director Ann De ReyYouth Minister Erika DomsicYouth Minister Matthew HuntBookkeeper MaryAnn MayAdministrative Support Kathy Homrocky Dawn Kehoe Marilyn Lis Helen Pugh Rachel RarickMaintenance John Hilt Edward Kotulski
PARISH OFFICE HOURS SACRAMENTS
MASS SCHEDULE PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
PARISH STAFFSummer Hours: July 5 - September 1, 2017Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pmClosed for Lunch (M-Th) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pmFriday 8:30 am - 12:00 pmSaturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmSunday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
DailyMonday - Saturday 8:00 amHoly Hour (Tuesday & Friday) 7:00 amWeekendsSaturday 4:30 pmSunday 7:30 am 9:30 am 11:30 am
Registration Forms are available on-line, at the parish office, and in the gathering space kiosks.
Baptism By arrangement with the parish officeReconciliation Saturday at 3:15 pmMarriage By arrangement with the parish office, at least six months prior.RCIA Call for schedule
Chair Michael FontanaVice Chair Todd GrzelewskiSecretary Gretchen McAleerMembers at LargeDavid Bisdorf Rita NichterRay Karam Mary SheahanRon Mattei Ascanio TerracianoJeffrey Muzyk
Bulletin Articles must be e-mailed publication-ready to [email protected] no later than 9:00 am on the preceding Monday.
18201 Twenty-Three Mile RoadMacomb Township, MI 48042-4110Phone: 586-286-1700Fax: 586-286-8753www.stisidore.churchE-Mail: [email protected]
Pastor Rev. Ronald VictorAssociate Pastor Rev. Noel Cornelio
Our Vision:
St. Isidore is a Catholic Community where all are welcome, living and spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Our Mission:
Guided by the Holy Spirit, we welcome the gifts, talents and presence of our St. Isidore Catholic Community. We strive to create a nurturing environment of inspiration, faith and service for all God’s people.
