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Be Not Afraid (Part 2) Respect Life Month
Building a culture of life isn't something we just do one
month of the year, or with one event or initiative—it's
essential to who we are. It happens through our daily
actions, how we treat one another, and how we live our lives.
How do we respond when our aging parents are in failing
health? Do they know how much we love them and cherish
each day given? Do we ensure they know they are never a
burden to us? In our own challenging times, do we ask for
support? When others offer a helping hand, do we receive
it? When our friend becomes pregnant in difficult
circumstances, do we show compassion that tangibly
supports her and helps her welcome the life of her new little
one?
Sometimes, we may not be sure exactly what to do, but let's
not allow the fear of doing the wrong thing or saying the
wrong thing keep us from living out our missionary call. We
don't need to have everything figured out all at once. Let's
remember the guidance of Our Blessed Mother, the first
disciple: "Do whatever he tells you" (John 2:5).
This Respect Life Month and always, let's walk with each
other; let's help each other embrace God's gift of human life.
Whatever storms or trials we face, we are not alone. He is
with us: "Behold, I am with you always, until the end of the
age" (Matthew 28:20).
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, Chairman,
Respect Life Committee
USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities
OCTOBER 2017
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
3717 Hwy 515 E, Blairsville GA 30512 706-745-6400
Twenty-eighth Sunday in O.T.
October 15, 2017
Cause an Effect
When we live our faith “out loud,” sharing our gifts and caring for others, we have the opportunity to cause a positive effect, to allow God’s love to be known and
experienced through us.
We are sometimes hesitant to recognize the impact
of our words and actions on others. Yet we know in
our hearts that what we do makes a difference, for
ill or for the better. As disciples, we can make a
difference, in the lives of individual people and in
the life of the Church, our city, and world. What
impact will your stewardship make in the life of
another? How will you cause an effect for the good
of others, as you share in Christ’s mission to bring
life, light, mercy, and peace through your words,
actions, service, and ministry? ©Catholic Life and Faith,
2017
Mass Schedule
Saturday: 4:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM (Spanish)
Daily Mass
Mon to Sat: 9:00 AM
Adoration
Mon to Fri: 9:45 – 12:00 PM
Reconciliation
Saturday: 3:30-4:15 and by appointment.
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE: 706-745-6400
BULLETIN: [email protected]
WORSHIP @ St. Francis of Assisi
CONTACT US OFFICE HOURS: 10-4:30 Mon-Thurs
Clergy
Rev. Juan Areiza, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Larry Casey, Deacon
Rev. Mr. Paul Dietz, Deacon
Rev. Mr. John McGuire, Deacon
Emergency Phone Number: 678-343-7486
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From Mohammad to Jesus
Thirst for Truth Sat. Oct 28 @ 6 pm
Hear the conversion story of
Nikki Kinglsey, a devout
Muslim for 40 years who
converted to Catholicism in
her search for truth. Born in
Pakistan, given in an
arranged marriage, Nikki
fled to the US with two
young children and began
her search for truth.
Join us for a potluck dinner
at 6 pm in Marian Hall
followed by her fascinating
story. Free will offering will
follow.
Understanding your Grief
(Thurs. Oct 19@10-11:30)
Have you experienced
God’s grace in your grief?
Can you share with others
your experiences of God’s
grace?
Join the parish Ministry of
Consolation for a monthly
breakfast, conversation and
a short presentation based
on the book Understanding
your Grief by Alan Wolfelt.
In Marian Hall. Reserve a
meal by calling Colleen O.
at 706.400.9580 or parish
office at 706.745.6400.
New Evangelizers ( Fri, Oct 20 @ 10 am)
Cricket Aull will lead a
discussion of the Beatitudes.
All welcome. We are all
called to share the good
news of Jesus Christ.
Book of Revelation Bible Study
(Begins Oct 16 @ 10 & 7 pm)
Did you know that the
mysterious events and
figures in Revelation can be
explained? That the Mass is
heaven on earth – according
to the Book of Revelation?
Class begins this Mondays at
10am in Marian Hall.
Evening classes will be held
in the vestibule of the church
until the parish center
classrooms are repaired.
Join us!
Bible and the Sacraments
This class is cancelled due to
water damage in classrooms.
Daughter of St. Gianna to speak
at three Atlanta parishes:
Sat, Nov 4th – 6pm.
St. Brigid Catholic Church
Johns Creek
Sun, Nov 5th – 6pm
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Peachtree City
Mon, Nov 6th – 7 pm
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Atlanta
Creative Minds Needed St. Francis of Assisi Parish has
a booth at the Mountain
Country Christmas in Lights
festival in December in
Hiawassee. Thousands of
people come to see the lights.
We need some creative
minds to make our booth
attractive and friendly. Call
Mary 706-781-4291 if you
can help. Please!!
SAT/SUN, Oct 14/15
4:30 PM - Sat
Beverly Campbell
(Georgia Moorhouse)
8:30 AM - Sun
People of St. Francis Baptism: Jonah Smith 11 AM - Sun
Marie Porter (B) (Jean /Mike Borowski) 1:00 PM - Sun
NO MASS MONDAY, Oct 16 9:00 AM
David Fitkin (Mary Ann Fitkin) TUESDAY, Oct 17 9:00 AM
Switzer Family (Rosie Lyon)
WEDNESDAY, Oct 18 9:00 AM
Peggy/Thomas O’Hear (Georgia Moorhouse)
THURSDAY, Oct 19 9:00 AM
Sophia Barimo (Marie Diehl)) FRIDAY, Oct 20 9:00 AM
Marilyn Hug (Mary Ann Fitkin) SATURDAY, Oct 21 9:00 AM
Caroline Richbourg (B) (SFO, Siroki Brijeg) 4:30 PM
Jeff Gebhardt (Marcia/Lou Gebhardt)
Eucharistic Adoration
Mon-Friday 9:45AM- 12pm
Parish Directory: Fr. Juan: [email protected] Mary: [email protected] Michele & Francine: [email protected] , Joan: [email protected] Joe: [email protected] , Colleen: [email protected] Marianne: [email protected]
Mass
Intentions Parish Life
Faith
Formation More
Our Mini-Flood in the Parish Center
The Parish Center lower
level continues to be closed
to the public due to a
sewage backup that flooded
the hallway and several
classrooms. Restoration has
begun. Carpet has been
removed. Damaged interior
walls will be repaired. We
hope to be back “in class”
soon. We shall keep you
posted.
All Souls Novena Praying for Our Deceased
Loved Ones
When it comes to praying
for the dead, Pope Francis
said this work is above all a
recognition of the witness
the deceased left for us, and
of “the good that they did.
It is a thanksgiving to the
Lord for having given them
and for their love and
friendship.” (Nov.2016 CNS)
Honor your deceased loved
ones in our nine-day All
Souls Novena. Masses starts
October 25th and continue
till Nov. 2nd
. Envelopes are
available in the vestibule.
Spiritually Adopting the Unborn (October 22)
Spiritual Adoption Sunday
will take place next week
during the weekend Masses.
Prayerfully consider praying
for the life of an unborn
child in danger of abortion.
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Mateo22, 1-14
El evangelio de hoy narra la parábola del banquete. En
las comunidades de los primeros cristianos seguía bien
vivo el problema de la convivencia entre judíos
convertidos y paganos convertidos. Los judíos tenían
normas antiguas que les impedían comer con los
paganos. Después de haber entrado en la comunidad
cristiana, muchos judíos mantuvieron la costumbre
antigua de no sentarse en la mesa con un pagano. Así,
Pedro tuvo conflictos en la comunidad de Jerusalén, por
haber entrado en casa de Cornelio, un pagano y haber
comido con él. Este mismo problema, sin embargo, era
vivido de forma diferente en las comunidades de Lucas
y en las de Mateo. En las comunidades de Lucas, a pesar
de las diferencias de raza, clase y género, tenían un gran
ideal de compartir y de comunión. Por esto, en el
evangelio de Lucas, la parábola insiste en la invitación
dirigida a todos. El dueño de la fiesta, indignado con la
rechazo de los primeros invitados, manda a llamar a los
pobres, a los lisiados, a los ciegos, a los mancos para que
participen en el banquete. Con todo, sobran sitios.
Entonces, el dueño de la fiesta manda invitar a todo el
mundo, hasta que se llene la casa. En el evangelio de
Mateo, la primera parte de la parábola tiene el mismo
objetivo de Lucas. Llega a decir que el dueño de la fiesta
manda entrar a “buenos y malos” (Mt 22,10). Pero al
final añade otra parábola sobre el traje de la fiesta, que
insiste en lo que es específico de los judíos, a saber, la
necesidad de pureza para poder comparecer ante Dios.
Anuncios
Clase de Biblia:
Todos los miércoles de 7 a 8:15pm.
Grupo de Oración:
Viernes a las 7:00pm en el Templo.
Emergencia Sacramental:
Si usted tiene alguna emergencia sacramental en la que
se necesite la asistencia del sacerdote para la
extremaunción (peligro de muerte) por favor
comuníquese al 678 343 7486.
Oktoberfest Dinner ( Oct. 21 @ 6 pm)
It’s a dinner. It’s German. It’s
twelve dollars. It’s impossible
to pass up. It’s sponsored by
the Knights of Columbus.
Tickets sold after Masses.
Thanksgiving Day Dinner
The parish will again host
Thanksgiving Day Dinner in
Marian Hall. Mark your
calendar if you will be away
from family on Thanksgiving
and would like to be with
your parish family. Sign up in
the vestibule.
October Library Focus “Apologetics”
In October the library will
explore the topic of
Apologetics (defense of the
Christian faith). We have
strong faith but did you know
that there is also strong
evidential basis for our faith?
To view the library's full
collection of books and
multimedia, please go
to http://www.librarycat.org/li
b/saintfrancisofassis
Chris Lyon
Mary Jo Yates
Joanna McConnell
Raymond Bailey
Donna Warren
Lee Ann Wischmeyer
Jaclyn Wright
Dick Stone
Mary Ann Shaputis
Richard Rabe
Andrea J
Hurricane Relief
Catholic Charities USA
PO Box 17066
Baltimore, MD
21297-1066
Next week’s Second
Collection
Next week, our second
collection will be a combined
collection of three campaigns
– World Missions, Latin
America, and Central and
Eastern Europe. We are
called to support blossoming
missionary churches. Be
generous. The future of the
Church needs our help. Without Family and Friends life would be like a garden
without flowers. A thoughtful
act or kind word may pass in a
moment, but the warmth and
care behind it stay in the heart
forever... We would like to
thank all our thoughtful,
considerate family and friends
who have supported and
helped carry us through this sad
and difficult time. Whether you
said a prayer, sat with us, sent
a card, food, or flowers, had a
Mass said, or helped our family
in many other ways, we are
grateful of your generosity and
kindness. It has been a comfort
to us. God bless all of you. We
re forever grateful.
Marie Hancock, Jane Chinnici
and family (on the occasion of
the death of their mother,
Jennie Chinnici)
Stewardship Report
October 8, 2017
First Collection:
$8217.00
Second Collection (Debt Reduction)
$2354.00
Next week:
Latin America,
Central & Eastern
Europe
Thank you for your
continued support of
our parish.
Living Flame of the Sanctuary Light
burns this week for the repose of the soul of
Porfiria Garcia requested by Liz Ordiales
More Finally… Vigésimo Octavo Domingo del
Tiempo Ordinario
