Thinking ahead: Please prayerfully consider using your time and talent as an aide or catechist for the 2019-2020 Religious Education program. We are in need of a 7th grade catechist and aides to assist the catechists in the Level I (Pre-K), Level II (1st –3rd), and Level III (4th –6th) Atria. This would be an approximate commitment of 27 days (1 1/2 hours per week), October through April. No classes when there is no school. If interested, please contact the parish office. Thanks so much! ~ Gina
PURPOSE: Understanding of the biblical view of living in relationship – first personally, then corporately.
STRUCTURE: A group of 6-12 persons gathered to study scripture & teaching; shared leadership; preparation for intentional discipleship.
MATERIALS: Book cost $15; bring Bible, notebook.
CONTENT: Topics include •New Life in Christ, •The Holy Spirit, •Gifts of the Holy Spirit, •Serving Together, •Living Together, •Expressing the Life of Christ.
STARTS: Monday, August 12 1:00-3:00; Tuesday, August 13 6:30-8:30.
To register, call St. Francis Prayer Center at 810-787-5330.
“Happy are the people whose strength is in you! Whose hearts are set on the pilgrim’s way.” –Psalm 84:4
Thank you!
Your DSA contribution helps strengthen the united ministry of 74 parishes in the Diocese of Lansing and funds dozens of important ministries. We are grateful for each one of over 18,500 donors who have pledged more than $4.9 million to this year’s appeal. You are making great things happen in our Church throughout the Diocese!
We invite you to join the community of donors today. Make your DSA contribution at www.dioceseoflansing.org/dsa or with a DSA pledge envelope to the parish office.
Are you being called?
Many are in need in the Homebound and Nursing Home Ministry. Do you feel you are being called by the Lord to serve those in their homes/nursing home? If you do, do not be afraid, but call. Those that serve in this ministry will be glad to have you shadow them. Call Ann in the parish office at 810-639-7600 or Gloria at 989-770-4326.
Good Shepherd Knights of Columbus will host Theology on Tap Wednesday’s July 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 7-8 p.m. in the K of C Hall. Theology on Tap is an opportunity for adults to learn about the Catholic faith and ask questions while enjoying adult beverages, snacks and dessert in a relaxed (i.e. non-classroom) setting. There is a central topic for each of the evenings; however, the group questions and discussions may lead in various directions.
below are the topics for each week.
July 10: Why Pray? Overcoming Obstacles to Prayer
July 17: What’s in a Name: The Meaning of All Those Names We Give Mary, Why We Don’t Worship Mary
July 24: The Secret’s Out! Secret Societies and Their Dangers
July 31: Get Comfortable? Is Suffering as an Obstacle to my Happiness?
All are Welcome! Come join the conversation!!
Knights of Columbus St. Joseph Assembly 2211 Request YOUR Assistance in Helping Veterans
Below is a donation list for veterans at the Saginaw VA Hospital. These items are not supplied by VA or Dept. of Defense:
Personal Hygiene
Body Wash
Razors
Shaving Cream
Combs
Hairbrushes
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Non-Alcohol Mouthwash
Laundry Detergent
Clothing
Women’s T Shirts
Women Undergarments
Men’s T-Shirts
Men’s Sweatshirts
Men’s Briefs
Men’s Sweatpants
Men’s Socks
Men’s Shoes
Coats
Comfort items for homeless transient veterans. Gift cards (gas, Mastercard, Meijer, Walmart) $10.00 to $50.00 increments.
Our veterans have made sacrifices for us. Can you help them now with these basic needs items? Please place donations in the boxes at the front entrance of the church and in the Family Life Center. This collection will run through July. For questions, contact Jeff Wendt, at 989-497-2500, ext. 13369 or Thomas Roke at 810-348-3028.
Thank you for your generosity to provide for our veterans.
Our parish provides a service to our parishioners that have lost loved ones and need a time to relax, visit and have a bite to eat. The funeral luncheons are a time of respite for the loved ones. In order to provide this we need people who are willing to bake buy and work on the day of the funeral. Our list keeps changing, as people can or cannot help. We would like to update this list. If you are willing to bake, buy or work, please contact Gloria Polzin at 810- 252-0999, even if I have your name, please call to confirm that you can still help. If you think I have your name and can no longer help, please let me know that also. Thank You!!
We are looking for volunteers to help with the lawn mowing and trimming the church grounds. If you are interested and able to help, please contact Larry Polzin at 810-247-2361. Thank you!