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ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH

P.O. BOX 610 - BELL ISLAND, NF - A0A 4H0
PHONE: 488-2525 – FAX: 488-3399

Pastor - Rev. James A. Beresford – Secretary: Patricia King

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
AUG. 12TH, 2007

SCRIPTURE NOTE

The First Reading is an extract from a long section which recounts God's actions on behalf of Israel during the Exodus from Egypt. It points out how the Israelites benefited from the very things by which the Egyptians were punished and thus sets forth a historical basis for trust in God.
This fits in with the theme of the Second Reading, which deals with faith in God's promises. It extols various figures in the history of Israel, but especially Abraham, as examples of faith.
The emphasis in the Gospel is on readiness for the return of the Lord. Even though the disciples are only a 'little flock' in a hostile world, they must not be discouraged, but must look with confidence to the Father who has chosen them for his kingdom. They are like bridesmaids wait¬ing for the bridegroom (Jesus) to return from the wedding feast. Since they do not know the exact hour of his return, they must maintain a con¬stant watchfulness and faithfulness.
Though these words have relevance for all Christians, Luke was think¬ing especially of leaders in the community, and calling them to a selfless service of their Lord and of their fellow Christians.

First Reading: Wisdom 18.6-9
By the same means by which you punished our enemies, you called us to yourself and glorified us.
Second Reading: Hebrews 11.1-2, 8-19
Abraham was looking for the city designed and built by God.
Gospel: Luke 12.32-48
You must keep yourself ready.

 

Mass Intentions
Monday Aug. 13th 2:00 p.m. Funeral Mass for the late Kenneth Lahey
 

Tuesday Aug. 14th 9:30 a.m. Stephen Hawco; William Bursey; Bridget Whelan;
Doraval Skinner; Sr. Mary Manning

Wednesday Aug. 15th 7:00 p.m. Esther Burke; Kevin Walsh & Loretta Kennedy; Marion,
Edward & Alma Bennett; Gary Sweeney; Joan Gosse

Wednesday Aug. 16th 6:30 p.m. Rosary at the Grotto “St. Michael’s Church”
7:00 p.m. Feast of the Assumption “Lady Day”
Sr. Anita Petrie; Eileen Hanlon; Patrick Power; Owen
Grimes; Margaret Mulcahy

Friday Aug. 17th 9:00 a.m. James & Anne Roberts; Kareen Farhat; James Metcalfe;
Leonard & Margaret Metcalfe; Eilzabeth Lahey & Nora Nichole & Margaret & Moses Cummings

Saturday Aug. 18th 4:00 p.m. Sacrament of Penance
5:00 p.m. Marjorie Bishop; Gerald Ford; Kathleen & Kay Kent;
Thomas Mercer; Ron Murphy; Joseph Normore; Kathleen Oates; Regina Power; Blair Dalton; James & Elizabeth Butler

Sunday Aug. 19th 10:30 a.m. Vocations to the Priesthood & Religious Life
 


Collection for Aug. 4th, 2007 & Aug. 5th, 2007
Offertory – 111 envelopes………………………………………………$1,440.80
Dues – 6 envelopes…………………………………………………….. 87.00
Repairs & Maintenance – 12 envelopes………………………………… 124.20
Cemetery Collection Lance Cove……………………………………….. 365.00
Thank – You for Your Financial Support

Feast of the Assumption
The Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Wednesday, August 15th. It is an important day in the Catholic religion. It is the principal feast of the Blessed Virgin, the mother of Jesus Christ. This feast commemorates two events - the departure of Mary from this life and the assumption of her body into heaven.

Liturgical Ministers
Saturday 5:00 p.m. Readers: Bonita Power & Pat Craig
Aug. 18th Eucharistic Ministers: Carol Clarke; Raymond Whelan; Mary
Power; Rosemary O’Keefe
Presentation of Gifts: Lydia Brazil Family
Ushers: Leo Cole; Fred Carroll; George Hickey;
Brian Tulk

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Readers: Donovan Taplin & Susan Boone
Aug. 19th Eucharistic Ministers: Joey Somerton; Christine Quinlan; Bev Rees; Connie Cole
Presentation of Gifts: Valerie Gorman Family
Ushers: Tom Cole; Kevin Delahunty; Sidney Rees;
Ray Whalen

Home Religion Program/ Sacramental Preparation
The religious education for our children is the sole responsibility of the parents / guardians. The role of the parish is to provide the religious materials and coordinate the families to participate in the program.
Children: Age 5 & 6 are invited to participate in the year 1 program.
Children: Age 7 or older can participate in the year 2 program which includes first Eucharist.
Children: Age 8 can participate in the year 3 program which includes First Penance.
Children: Age 9 or older can participate in the Confirmation Program.
Please note that these age groups are flexible. It is up to the parents/guardians to ask to have their child register for a particular program. The religion program will be completed at home and once per month we will meet with the parents/guardians to evaluate their progress. For further information call the Parish office 488-2525 or Karen Seward at 488-2566. Registration Forms are available at the Parish office or at the church. Please complete the form and submit a fee of $10.00 for each program so that the parish can purchase the materials required for each child.

Outdoor Rosary
Terra Nova Council 1452, Knights of Columbus ... Thursday, August 16th at 7:30 p.m., St. Clare Avenue. All are welcome. Social to follow

Events in Our Parish
Monday and Wednesday nights at St. Michael’s Hall….……….Card Game at 8:30 p.m.
Aug. 25th, 2007……………………….Dinner Theatre at St. Michael’s Hall at 7:00 p.m.
Voices From The Past – Remembering Days Gone By:
Cost of the ticket is $25.00. For reservations: Call Bonita at 351-2013 or 579-8907.


Hall Rental
Our Parish Hall is available for rent and we encourage parishioners to support our Parish. Please maintain your building and support our efforts. For further update on the cost to rent the hall, please call the Parish office or visit our Parish webpage.

Welcome Home
Our Parish extends a warm welcome to all who have returned home or are visiting the Island for this weekend. We thank you for celebrating Eucharist with us and the many other events that we host on the Island. We trust you will enjoy the company of family and friends and the many conversations around the dinner table.

Marriage Information
Are you aware that Catholics are obliged to marry in the Catholic Church? If they marry elsewhere without permission, the marriage is not recognized by the Church. Permission is available and readily granted provided that both parties are free of impediments and fulfill the church’s requirements for marriage. Please speak to your parish priest at 488-2525 or Sr. Francesca Dwyer at 726-3660.

Separated or Divorced
If you are separated or divorced and you wish to marry again, a declaration of nullity will allow you to celebrate a new marriage in the Catholic Church. For information speak to your parish priest at 488-2525 or Sr. Francesca Dwyer at 726-3660.

Counseling Services
Individual, couple, and family counseling is available at Family Life Bureau. You can call 579-0168.

Alcoholics Anonymous
If you want to drink that’s your business, if you want to stop drinking that’s our business. Alcoholics Anonymous is willing to help. Call 579-5215. Website: www.aastjohns.nf.net
Building Bridges
Atlantic Youth Ministry Conference hosted by the Archdiocese of St. John’s for adults, catechists and youth leaders to come together to discuss concerns and plans to inspire the faith formation of pre-teens and teens – Oct. 19 -21, Hotel Mount Pearl. Early registration of $175.00 by Aug. 31st, 2007 and $200.00 after. Please contact Linda Maher, Catholic Youth Office, 726-3660.

Eye Clinic
Dr. Trudy Metcalfe will hold an Eye Clinic at St. Michael’s Parish Hall on Aug. 13th, 2007 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

 
 

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