Grandville, Michigan SPXCATHOLIC.ORG TODAY Nursery (Room #102) during the 10:30 Mass MONDAY | Aug. 8 | St. Dominic, Priest Ez 1:2-5, 24-28 / Mt 17:22-27 Men’s Bible Study (Room #101) 7am TUESDAY | Aug. 9 Ez 2:8-3:4 / Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 Mass in Chapel (+Eleanore Dodger) 8:30am Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (Chapel) 9am-7pm 50+ Picnic & Bingo (DH) 11:45am WEDNESDAY | Aug. 10 | St. Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr 2 Cor 9:6-10 / Jn 12:24-26 No Mass (6:30pm Mass at Holy Redeemer, Jenison) THURSDAYAug. 11 | St. Clare, Virgin Ez 12:1-12 / Mt 18:21-19:1 K of C Council Meeting (DH) 7pm FRIDAY | Aug. 12 Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 / Mt 19:3-12 No Mass (8:45am Mass at Holy Redeemer, Jenison) SATURDAY Aug. 13 Ez 18:1-10, 13, 30-32 / Mt 19:13-15 Reconciliation/Confessions (Church) 4-4:45pm Contemporary Choir Practice (Church) 4:30pm LORD’S DAY LITURGIES August 14, 2016 20 TH S UNDAY IN O RDINARY T IME Mission Appeal by the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament Living in Mercy Hard but clear words today. Jesus tells his beloved “little flocks”—that includes us—to sell belongings and give alms. Do not be afraid. Sell. Give. Yet, we are sometimes afraid to let go, to give away. I really like this, we say. I might need it later, we say. Since we are numbered among his disciples, what Jesus said to Peter and to the rest of the followers, he says to us: Do not fear! Give alms! Be ready to act for the benefit of others; be ready to do what is good! So, this week, I will_____________! Prepare for next week: Read and reflect on the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (beginning on pg. 340) in the “Living Liturgy” missal. REAL PEOPLE REAL PRESENCE ... a welcoming Roman Catholic family of God empowered by the Holy Spirit to grow our relationship with Jesus Christ and with one another as we worship, pray, learn and serve. Weekend of Aug 13 & 14 Blood Pressure Readings (McDuffee) ~ after all Masses Golf Outing for Haiti (Glenn Eagle Golf Course) ~ 1pm Dinner following in DH 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 ORDINARY TIME 7 August 2016 A special welcome to our summer guests at the Table of the Lord Whether you drove across town or came from distant lands, we are delighted the Holy Spirit drew you to Grandville for Mass.
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Grandville, Michigan SPXCATHOLIC.ORG
TODAY Nursery (Room #102) during the 10:30 Mass
MONDAY | Aug. 8 | St. Dominic, Priest Ez 1:2-5, 24-28 / Mt 17:22-27 Men’s Bible Study (Room #101) 7am
TUESDAY | Aug. 9 Ez 2:8-3:4 / Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14
Mass in Chapel (+Eleanore Dodger) 8:30am Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (Chapel) 9am-7pm 50+ Picnic & Bingo (DH) 11:45am
WEDNESDAY | Aug. 10 | St. Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr 2 Cor 9:6-10 / Jn 12:24-26
No Mass (6:30pm Mass at Holy Redeemer, Jenison)
THURSDAYAug. 11 | St. Clare, Virgin Ez 12:1-12 / Mt 18:21-19:1 K of C Council Meeting (DH) 7pm
FRIDAY | Aug. 12 Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 / Mt 19:3-12
No Mass (8:45am Mass at Holy Redeemer, Jenison)
SATURDAYAug. 13 Ez 18:1-10, 13, 30-32 / Mt 19:13-15 Reconciliation/Confessions (Church) 4-4:45pm Contemporary Choir Practice (Church) 4:30pm
LORD’S DAY LITURGIES August 14, 2016
20TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Mission Appeal by the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament
Living in Mercy
Hard but clear words today. Jesus tells his beloved “little flocks”—that includes us—to sell belongings and give alms. Do not be afraid. Sell. Give. Yet, we are sometimes afraid to let go, to give away. I really like this, we say. I might need it later, we say. Since we are numbered among his disciples, what Jesus said to Peter and to the rest of the followers, he says to us:
Do not fear!
Give alms!
Be ready to act for the benefit of others; be ready to do what is good!
So, this week, I will_____________!
Prepare for next week: Read and reflect on the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (beginning on pg. 340) in the “Living Liturgy” missal.
REAL PEOPLE REAL PRESENCE
... a welcoming Roman Catholic family of God empowered by the Holy Spirit
to grow our relationship with Jesus Christ and with one another
as we worship, pray, learn and serve.
Weekend of Aug 13 & 14
Blood Pressure Readings (McDuffee) ~ after all Masses
Golf Outing for Haiti (Glenn Eagle Golf Course) ~ 1pm Dinner following in DH
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION for the 2016-2017 Faith
Formation year is underway! Register online or pickup a form in the church vestibule or outside the Faith Formation Office. Classes begin Sunday, Sept. 18 & Wednesday, Sept. 21. Catechists and Volunteers are needed!
SURVIVING 7TH GRADE ~ Middle School Orientation/Aug. 31
This evening is open to all incoming 7th Graders! Together our 8th graders and freshmen have created a night that will include all of the things they wish they had known prior to walking through those middle school doors! Our upper classmen will share their wisdom and insight. The night will also include games, food, music, and fun! It’s a great way to meet a few more of your fellow 7th graders and help be prepared all for the beginning of school.
Edge Kickoff is Sunday, Sept. 11 at 5:30pm
MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENT MEETINGS
7th Grade Parents ~ Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 5:30pm or Thursday, Sept. 8 at 7:15pm
8th Grade Parents ~ Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 7:15pm or Thursday, Sept. 8 at 5:30pm.
Franciscan Life Process Center in Lowell www.lifeprocesscenter.org
The Franciscan Life Process Center is offering a Summer Day Camp with a variety of themes, integrating art, music and nature on a beautiful 230-acre property near Lowell. Children ages 5-12 will focus on group interaction and creativity building cooperation, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Aug. 8-12 Animals: Wild and Tame Cost: $125 per week, includes supplies, snacks & drinks. Family rates available. Call (616)897-7842 for more information. Details and registration at: http://bit.ly/23rEkzX (case sensitive) .
A GOODBYE from MERRY HASS Life’s changes… For everything there is a season. I feel it is now
time to write my farewell letter to my home parish for the past 21 years. God has plans for our family that were just revealed to us in mid-June. See, God has always instructed me as to where he wanted me to go in life. At about age 24, I started listening more closely to his prompting. He has let me know when it is time to start something new and time to move on (not always revealing what is around the corner for me). I have always listened to his prompt-ing and acted without hesitation. That is until this past January. I felt him asking me to step down as Coordinator of Youth Ministry at St. Pius X. I argued with God this time! I admitted I was arguing and didn’t want to follow his call. I sought spiritual direction and just as I would get up the nerve to give my notice, I would see even just one of the high school teens that I love so much, and I couldn’t do it. I truly love the teens of this parish. I love planning events for them and watching them grow in their faith, serve their community and build relationships. After much prayer and time, I did trust God and I knew he had plans for me. Plans to prosper me and not harm me. Plans of hope and for a future. Well, I now see his plans unfolding quickly. Brian and I have sold our house and are moving to Portland, MI at the end of August. Lexi, Moriah and Naomi will all go to St. Patrick Catholic School there. We have an offer in on 3.5 acres with a barn and huge garage. Oh, and the land comes with a farm house. I am at peace with this transition in our lives. I am praying for Ashley Rottman, your new Youth Minister. I pray that she is completely loved, accepted and supported. I pray for these incredible teens that will forever and ever have a piece of my heart. Thanks for all you have given me. God Bless You. St. Pius X….PRAY FOR US. I would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to all the adults and young adults that make this Ministry what it is. I could not have done these past two years with you.
Note: Due to construction preparation at St. Sebastian,
today’s Volleyball Tournament (Aug. 7) has been cancelled.
Merry Hass & Brittany Kline
SUNDAY
AUG. 21
The Solemnity of our parish patron, St. Pius
X celebrated at all Masses
coffee & donuts following Sunday Masses
VARIOUS
DATES
St. Pius X Faith Formation Classes Middle School Edge ~ Sept. 11
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STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT: In today’s Gospel reading, Jesus
concludes his teaching about those who are “faithful and prudent
stewards” with that classic stewardship teaching: “Much will be required
of the person entrusted with much, and still more will be demanded of
the person entrusted with more.” Christian stewards recognize that
God is the ultimate source of their gifts, talents, resources and
aptitudes, and that God wants them to use these varied gifts in his
service. This week might be a good time to reflect on our God-given
gifts. Are we using those gifts to service the Lord? If Christ came back
to us unexpectedly tomorrow would we be able to give a full accounting
of how we have exercised stewardship over these gifts? – August 2016
ICSC Catholic Stewardship e-bulletin
Time and Talent
MASS ATTENDANCE
July 30 & 31: 5:30pm— 261 | 8:30am—246 | 10:30am—373
ST. PIUS X CHURCH: Thank you so very much for all you did to
help our group be able to enjoy the parade on the 4th of July. Bringing
a group of special needs individuals to a crowded public event can be
extremely challenging. Your assistance and hospitality has made the
4th of July parade a pleasure for the residents and staff of Harbor
House Ministries. The residents enjoy special events and because of
you, they were able to be front and center to fully enjoy it! The staff
raved about how amazing you were to us and are so thankful for your
kindness! You have blessed us greatly. Thank you for providing such a
welcoming ministry. Marcelle Walburg, Home Manager & the staff and
residents at Harbor House Ministries
BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES: It’s that time of year again. Take advantage of the sales! Supplies can be put in the food bin in the vestibule. We need items by Aug. 21 so they can be delivered before school starts. Thank you for helping those in need!
Treasure
CONGREGATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Our Mission is Clear: Eucharist is Our Life...Blessed Sacrament Religious share a common mission: to allow the mystery of the Eucha-rist to take hold of their lives so completely that they will live this mystery fully and proclaim its meaning through many diverse aposto-lates and reach out to mission lands throughout the world. They are active in the ecumenical movement and focus on having the Eucharist be a sacrament of unity. Bringing communion to the sick and shut-ins, especially in the hospital ministry. They offer hospitality and minister to priests and religious. In all they do, Christ in the Eucharist is their inspiration and the center of their personal and community life. We
welcome the Blessed Sacrament Religious next weekend (Aug. 13 & 14). Your prayerful support of the Congrega-tion of the Blessed Sacrament will help continue to make Christ in the Eucharist better known and loved.
St. Pius X has 948 registered households. Last week, 280 contributed either by using an offertory envelope or electronically. Every gift is gratefully received as a sacrifice united with Christ’s own self-offering in the Eucharist to share God’s love.
Ann Maddox Rita McCarthy Chris & Michelle Visscher
Lexi Hass Janine Skavnak Pat VanderVeen Volunteer Needed
Emily Hartwell 2 Volunteers Needed
Ava McIntyre Samantha McIntyre Olivia Miars
Mikayla Koetsier Jackie Sundstrom Makenna Trytko
Jamie Blanch Julie Burns Mary Cook Nick Dabbous Nancy Hoekstra Margaret Jastifer Barbara Sawicki Melissa Seguin Andrew Smith
Judy Clinger Betty Cole Tony Grandy Ellen Halfmann Brittany Klein Janine Skavnak Karen Tonning Barry Waters Randy Wright
Brenda Bargenquast Chris Koetsier Jim Kohmescher Ana Loew Sharon Love Chris Marsh Randy Miller Nick Sundstrom Paul Sundstrom Mary Tracey Susan Wise Kim Wohlfeil Volunteer Needed
S.H.O.E.S. The Outreach Commission is inviting parishioners to
volunteer to assist children who are in need of sneakers for the upcoming school year. Volunteers will help distribute shoes at the In the Image warehouse on Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 5:30-8:30pm. Volunteers who are minors must be with a parent or guardian. If interested in participating, please email me with the legal name AND date of birth of all those volunteering.
ST. PIUS X DAY OF SERVICE
Saturday, Oct. 15 | More information to follow
EMPLOYMENT & RESOURCE NETWORK is entering its 9th year
of ministry and has helped hundreds of people find work and sup-port. The group meets 9:30-11:30am every other Wednesday at St. Robert’s Parish in Ada. They provide a support group, discussion on topics related to the work search process and individual coaching through experienced volunteers. Upcoming meetings are Aug. 17, 31 and Sept. 14, 28. For details contact Bill Weitzel: 616-446-1873.
THE JOB SEEKERS RESOURCE COMMITTEE would like you to
know that there is a bulletin board in the hallway by Danner Hall that lists job openings that we are made aware of. Please check it out if you are looking for work or a career change. If you are seeking to hire, we will gladly post your notice.
please choose those who advertise in this bulletin. .
Their support pays for this publication.
See our ad on back page
Worldwide Marriage Encounter - Rekindle the romance in your
marriage and make it even better! Join a Worldwide Marriage Encounter to renew and enrich your marriage and your faith, too! Weekends are scheduled for Sept. 16-18 at the Augustine Center near Petoskey and Oct. 21-23 at St. Patrick’s in Brighton. For more information on these and other Weekends or to apply, please visit www.wwme.org or call Harry & Karen Porter at (888) 628-7433.
Attention Catholic Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, American
Heritage Girls and Venturers - Mark your calendars for the
Annual Catholic Scout Retreat, sponsored by the Grand Rapids Catholic Committee on Scouting.
When: August 19-21 Location: Franciscan Life Process Center in Lowell
For more information and to register: www.grccscouting.org
Please continue to pray for the following and all the sick in our Parish, their families
and friends, those hospitalized and home-bound, and those in care facilities. To be included on the Prayer Chain (separate from this bulletin list), call Jason George at (231) 736-7487.
Martha VanDyke Gerry Dekkinga Bob Brock Joe Capriglione
Kenneth Schumacher Mary LaSarge Judy DeVoe Erika Yonker
Kelsey Gibson Andre Miles Ron Geldersma Marie Nevins
Robert Kasperlik Catherine Cesare Diane & Mary Prindle Andy Wierzbicki
Joe Lemont Henry Visscher Betty DiTrapani Mike Saritorius
Beverwyk Family Joe & Margaret Grandy Rose Reilly Clara Raaymakers
Anthony McAndrew M. Forrester Laurie Bialik Gina Catania
Jennifer Hassell Marty Schumacker Margaret Harman Pat Chichester
Mick Vaughn John Stoddard Carol Guffy Bob & Holly Ann Ott
Ben Baird Derek Bull Shannon Olman Diane Austin
Rich Hubbard Stephen Meurer Dorothy Rennager Linda Meagher
Kathy Maslowski Charles & Mag Frodl Patrick Bartz Ilene Topolinski
Deb Russo Tom & Becky Hoffmann Ellen O’Toole Sarah Johnson
Catherine Owens Mike Connell Peggy Galt Justin Vriezema
Jeff Zylstra Mary Jebb Markell Barnhart Lindsey Read
Marlene Strong Mary Beth Jensen Pat Rummer Robert Ryzanca
Cindy Cole Megan Reynolds Chris VanderSlice Mary Benson-Slosser
Jill Moyer Jim & Mary Ann Norcutt Leo Raap Deb Finnigan
Nell Wouters Allen Mulligan Jim & Madeleine
Stotenbur
Marion & Marie
Rythewski
Brianne Bassett Matt Rich Bob Bagin Ken Jenkins
Tom Wojtas Joe & Winnie Kulaga Jonathan Kolenda Sandy Ressell
Kerry Deboer Donna Waters Cindy Thrall John Blanchard
Sr. Jean Marie Wojtas Pat DeJong Norm Pokora Linda Wood
Terri Bernott Clara Jo Braybrook Barbara Barney Zachary Matzke
Ann Berg Jane Voss Karen Bourassa Pam Willemstein
Virginia Bieber Tom Villemure Judy Perrin Alberta & Vito Licari
Cleo Ruppel J.D. Sypniewski Rylie Rau
CAMP EDGE was five full
days of service, fun, energy and excitement for seventh and eighth graders! We had 30 par-ticipants (campers & leaders).
With a focus on the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy, we visited local nursing homes, sorted clothes, and cooked a meal at Catholic Charities in Flint. We also visited Fr. Chris’ hometown and met his family! Thank you to all who made this week so special.
BULLETIN AD SPACE STILL AVAILABLE! Have you considered
advertising in the church bulletin?
Advertising in the weekly bulletin is one of the best returns for your advertising dollar.
The advertising expense is tax deductible.
It is localized advertising that serves the St. Pius X area.
Over 70% of parish family members regularly patronize the advertisers on this bulletin.
Parishioners feel secure dealing with bulletin sponsors.
Call the Parish Office at 532-9344 for further information.
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