A TASTE OF ITALY RCIA INVITATION “I have called you by ...

St. Mary Catholic Parish – Sunday, August 31, 2014

A TASTE OF ITALY Ever want to see Italy in a safe, friendly group? Want to travel while your health is still good and you are able to do things? Want to go with someone who has been there before? Now is the time! Fr. Bill Wegher from St. Mary, Pinckney and Pastor Kurt from Shalom Lutheran, Pinckney are sponsoring an “ecumenical” trip to Italy. See Rome, experience Assisi, marvel at Florence, the Alps and lakes and fall in love again in Venice!!! The trip will take place April 15-24, 2015. Collette vacations will host an evening to present the trip on September 3, 2014, at 6:30pm in the multi-use room. For more information, call Fr. Bill at 734-878-3161. Sign up now and save!

Mark your calendars for the 1st Sunday of the Month

(Starting September - Ending in June 2015)

St. Mary Parish Men’s Club Presents Country Style Breakfast

Sunday, September 7, 2014 From 8:30am to 11:00am

8:30-11:00am

Proceeds to be used for: Kitchen Maintenance

Musical Guest Star: Patrick Rutkowski

50/50 Raffle

Area’s Best Menu: Eggs - Scrambled or Fried, Hash Brown Potatoes, Homemade Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Quiche, Pancakes, French Toast, Raisin French Toast,

Ham, Pork Sausage Links, Toast-Regular & Raisin, Coffee, Tea, Milk, & Orange Juice. And of Course the Waffle Station!

New Bible Study Beginning in September!

We are currently organizing our next bible study at St. Mary which will be Acts – The Spread of the Kingdom. This study will follow what is recorded about the early Church and how it can be applied to our lives today. If you have not attended our studies before you are more than welcome to start now. All you need is a desire to learn more about our faith and what we profess as Catholic Christians. There will be an organizational meeting on Monday, September 8

th at 7pm in the Worship Space to answer

questions and determine how many study materials will be needed. If you cannot attend this meeting, please contact Deacon Randy through the parish office before the meeting date.

RCIA INVITATION “I have called you by name, you are mine.”

(Isaiah 43:1)

The invitation to respond to God’s call is extended to all who are interested in exploring the Catholic way of life. The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) process is open to adults, teens, and children of catechetical age (7 years of age or older) who * Have never been baptized.

* Have been baptized Catholic but have not completed full initiation into the Church through Confirmation and/or Eucharist.

* Have been baptized in another faith.

* Would like to explore Roman Catholicism and make no commitment at this time.

RCIA Inquiry Meetings will be held beginning September 11th at 7pm in Conference Room B. Please contact the parish office at 734-878-3161 for further information.

Also, if you are already a fully initiated Catholic and would like to be part of our team, please contact us!

SIGN UP AFTER MASSES Sept. 6-7

Religious Education

Confirmation

1st Reconciliation

1st Holy Eucharist

If you have any questions the best way to reach me this summer is

email: [email protected] It is crucial your child is signed up before September 1st. Otherwise, they may have to wait for a textbook. We are not ordering extra this year. Watch the website for forms and more exciting information:

http://www.stmarypinckney.org/#/faith-formation/formation-prek-12-grade

“Everything that is really great and inspiring is created by the individual who can labor in freedom.” -Albert Einstein September 1, 2014

Parish Office Closed

St. Mary Catholic Parish – Sunday, August 31, 2014

ATTN: ALL PARISH WOMEN The Rosary Altar Society is starting up a NEW YEAR!

Come and Join us! The Rosary Altar Society will be meeting on Thursday, September 4th at 7pm. We will be meeting in the Multi-Purpose Room. Light refreshment will be served. We will begin with saying the Rosary followed by a meeting to discuss the upcoming Christmas Bazaar, and other Activities on the Calendar.

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL MEN’S RETREAT

It’s one of the best bargains - - our PARISH RETREAT FOR MEN on September 19-21, 2014, at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center. The

retreat theme this year is “Healing Life’s Hurts: Embracing New Hope.” You’ll come away with faith renewed and a better perspective on job, family, and life. Suggested donation is less than a weekend at good motel, and the benefits are priceless! Call Dale Pepper at 734-878-9454, to make a reservation, or call

the retreat center at 313-535-9563.

ROAD RALLY SAVE THE DATE

October 18th

St. Mary Parish will be holding a road rally at 6:00pm. Join us as we unravel clues, have a lot of fun and win

fabulous prizes. The evening includes the rally, prizes, food, pop, beer, and wine. Everyone is welcome so

invite your friends, family and neighbors. Registration forms available soon.

Report for August 25, 2014 Parishioner Donations - Giving Back To The Lord

YTD 07/01/14 – 08/25//14

Weekly YTD

Offertory $ 13,151.61 $ 114,819.62 Operating Budget Reqmnt. $ 15,940.00 $ 127,520.00 Variance $ (2,788.39) $ (12,700.38)

Debt Reduction/FaithQuest Collected $ 9,735.25

Ring the Bell Campaign $ 10,239.21 $184,555 needed to reach goal Mortgage Payment Requirement $ 75,030.00 Mortgage Amount Paid $ 40,000.00 Shortfall $ (35,030.00)

The Rosary will be recited at

4:30pm on the 1st Saturday of the

month (September 6th). Join the

Rosary Altar Society Members in

the church. Everyone is welcome!

Livingston County Ultrasound Initiative Charity Golf Outing

Sunday, September 14, 2014

12 Noon Registration

1pm Shotgun Start

Whispering Pines Golf Course, Pinckney, MI

Contact: Rod Forman @ 517-548-4659

For Info: www.lcultrasound.org

St. Mary Catholic Parish – Sunday, August 31, 2014

50+ LIVINGSTON REGION CATHOLIC

COUNCIL ON AGING SENIOR APPRECIATION MASS

MAIN CELEBRANT: Father David Speicher

WHEN: Thursday, September 18, 2014

WHERE: St. Mary Magdalen Parish

2201 Old U.S. 23, Brighton, MI 48114

TIME: Mass: 11:00a.m. Luncheon & Fellowship at Noon

COST: There is no cost, but donations will be accepted

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY: September 8th

TICKETS AVAILABLE BY CALLING

LIVINGSTON COUNTY CATHOLIC CHARITIES: Jaynee

or Mark at (517) 545-5944.

All community members over 50 years of age

are welcome to attend.

Save the Date Third Annual

Catholic Women's Conference

Saturday, October 25, 2014

8:30-4:30 PM

Featured Speakers – Dr. Mary Healy, Matthew

Leonard, & Vallimar Jansen $50 registration $40 for students and seniors 62+

For More Information Go To:

www.LansingDioceseCWC.org

Be Our Guest Adult Day Service (BOGADS) Providing Day Care For Loved Ones With Dementia

Be Our Guest Day Care offers specialized Care for your loved ones that suffer from forms of Dementia and Alzheimer’s. BOGADS provides recreational and social activities which helps participants find purpose and meaning to their day. All Guests receive a hot delicious meal, medication reminders, daily supervision, and activities to meet their needs. Caregivers receive a break from 24 hour care, a partner in caring and reassurance that their loved one is safe. We also offer a monthly support group. Be Our Guest Adult Day Service is a program of Livingston County Catholic Charities and is open Monday through Friday 8am to 6 pm. Rates are based on a sliding scale and billed for hourly rates. Please contact Suzi Snyder at (517)546-9910 for more information.

Run for Their Lives 5C Walk September 13, 2014

Eat Chocolate & Save Babies 4th Annual Run For Their Lives 5C Charity Walk in Brighton.

All proceeds help Pregnancy Helpline supply infants with

diapers, formula, food, clothing & Life! Also provides their

parents with parenting education and a parent mentor.

Walkers receive a collectible t-shirt and 5 chocolate

coupons (5C) for chocolate treats being distributed by

local shops in downtown shops.

The Chocolate-Palooza will take place during the walk,

from 10am to noon at the Mill Pond Gazebo and features

the Christian Rock Band The City of Nations.

When: September 13th - 9:15 check in, 9:45 kick off

Where: Check in and parking at Brighton Church of the

Nazarene, 7669 Brighton Rd. Brighton. The walk runs 1

mile through downtown to the Gazebo.

Cost: $20 each. Teams and families can add walkers for

$10 per additional walker.

Register at www.runfortherilives5c.com or call Pregnancy

Helpline at 810.494.5433

INTRODUCING NEW

PEER TO PEER MINISTRY This fall our diocese is starting a new ministry designed to

increase social opportunities for children and teens with

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) or other special needs

which impact socialization skills. If you are the parent of a

child or teen who would benefit from a group focused on

friendship facilitation, please contact Mel Erickson at 248-

939-2362 or [email protected] to register your child for

participation. You may also contact Tracey Keating at

[email protected] for more information.

CALLING TEENS IN GRADES 10-12… To participate as friends and social role models for

children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorders

(ASD) or other special needs! Do you want to make a

difference in the life of an individual? Please contact Mel

Erickson at 248-939-2362 or [email protected] to register

for the ministry and the training that will be held at St.

Gerard Church Parish Hall in Lansing on Sunday, September

7th

from 2:30-5:30pm. You may also contact Tracey Keating

at [email protected] for more information

regarding the new Peer to Peer Ministry.

MISSION STATEMENT It is the mission of St. Mary Catholic School to be a partner

with parents in the spiritual and academic education of their children. This learning takes place in a positive, safe atmosphere

where students are encouraged to reach their full potential, both in living out their faith and pursuing academic excellence.

St. Mary Catholic Parish – Sunday, August 31, 2014

www.stmarypinckney.org

Announcements: Please turn your registrations in for religious education to the parish office! Our next sessions begin for K-8 on September 21st! Confirmation will begin in October. Register after Mass on August 24th and September 6 & 7. It is crucial we order the right amount of books this year. We will not be ordering extra. Your child may have to wait for a book if signed up after Sept. 1st. Forms can be found at:

http://www.stmarypinckney.org/#/faith-formation/formation-prek-12-grade

Middle School Youth Group Schedule Date: Time: Event: 08/31 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/02 7-8:30pm Youth Night –Back to School 09/07 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/09 7-8:30pm Youth Night – Parent/Child Night 09/14 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/16 6-8:30pm Youth Night - 09/21 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/23 7-8:30pm Youth Night – 09/28 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/30 7-8:30pm Youth Night –

High School Youth Group Schedule

Date: Time: Event: 08/31 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/03 7-9pm Youth Night –Back to School 09/07 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/10 7-9pm Youth Night – Parent/Teen Night 09/14 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/17 7-9pm Youth Night - 09/21 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/24 7-9pm Youth Night – 09/28 7-8pm Adoration “Here I am Lord” 09/27-28 7pm-8am Youth Lock In 10/01 7-9pm Youth Night – Website: http://www.stmarypinckney.org/#/youth/

If you have any questions please call 734-878-2217 or email [email protected]

Our prayer and God’s mercy are like two buckets in a well;

while the one ascends the other descends. - Mary Hopkins, US Educator

DONATIONS NEEDED

St. Mary Youth are asking for your help in supporting a service learning Lock In planned for the end of September. We have multiple service projects to complete that night and need the donations listed below. There are also sponsor opportunities that come with advertising! Contact Rebecca for more details. 734-878-2217 or [email protected].

Donations needed: Working Sewing Machines

(borrow or donate for future ministry use) Our needed items to make the following include:

40 fleece tie-blankets

o 160 yards of assorted fleece fabric

200 hygiene bags

o toothbrushes and toothpaste

o shampoos (travel size)

o soaps

o ziploc bags

o mouthwashes (travel size)

100 soldier care packages

o decks of cards

o protein bars

o packs of gum

o single serving drink packs

o single serving snack packs (like cheez its)

100 connection care packages

o pens, pencils, notebooks, folders

o Movies, Books, Gift cards, Gas Cards

o packs of gum

o kraft microwave mac and cheese

o chef boyardee microwave meals

300 neonatal name tags and 300 cards for veterans

and care home residence.

o stickers

o cardstock

o fun scrapbook baby items and other

o glue dots

o scrapbook supplies

o ink for stamps - different colors

100 diapers

o thread

o scissors (or borrow or used)

o rotary cutter ( or borrow or used)

o cutting mat (or borrow or used)

St. Mary Catholic Parish – Sunday, August 31, 2014

MASS INTENTIONS

Sunday, August 31st

9:00am: In Memory of Tom Olst by Family

11:30am: In Honor of Dan Hall by Ron & Jan Bartek

Monday, September 1st

No Communion Service – Labor Day

Tuesday, September 2nd

9:00am: Communion Service

5:00pm: NO MASS

Wednesday, September 3rd

9:00am: In Memory of Stan & Anne Cach by Family

Thursday, September 4th

9:00am: In Memory of Glenn Kinsey by Celeste Mulcrone

Family

Friday, September 5th

9:00am: In Memory of Mary Begley by Pam Prosnewski

Saturday, September 6th

5:00pm: In Memory of Linda Penney by Dennis & Lorrie

Hoffman

Sunday, September 7th

9:00am: In Memory of John Krolewski by Wife

11:30am: For Our Parish

WEEKLY READINGS: August 31 – Sept. 6 Sunday: Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jer 20:7-9; Ps 63; Rom 12:1-2; Mt 16:21-27

Monday: Labor Day

Gn 2:4-9, 15; Ps 90;Mt 6:31-34

Tuesday: Weekday

1 Cor 2:10-16; Ps 145; Lk 4:31-37

Wed.: St. Gregory the Great, Pope & Dr. of the Church

1 Cor 3:1-9; Ps 33; Lk 4:38-44

Thursday: Weekday

1 Cor 3:18-23; Ps 24; Lk 5:1-11

Friday: Bl. Teresa of Calcutta, Religious

1 Cor 4:1-5; Ps 37; Lk 5:33-39

Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary

1 Cor 4:6-15; Ps 145; Lk 6:1-5

OUR PRAYER LIST

Wilma Brown, Michael Grossmeyer, Kevin Kramer, Teddie

Kenny, Cecelia Kurdziel,

Linda Schneider, Don Sredzinski

Reminder: Names will be placed on the prayer list for 30 days.

Please update the church to add or remove loved ones

from the prayer list. Thank you!

Wedding Bann I Susan Druchniak/Christopher Jarson

LAY MINISTERS:September 6-7:

Communion Service Leaders

Sept. 1: No Service/Labor Day Sept. 2: G. Wizgird

Sept. 9: D. Hall Sept 11: D. Hall

Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist

5:00pm 9:00am 11:30am

*Self-Scheduling by Sign-Up.

*Sign-Up In Meeting Room A.

Altar Servers

5:00pm: T. deBeauclair, L. deBeauclair, M. Haynes

9:00am: A. Sanchez, N. Stephens, J. Stephens

11:30am: J. Malcom, N. Malcom, C. Capstick

Proclaimers of the Word

5:00pm: L. Wack, K. Wiley

9:00am S. Wittrup, P. White

11:30am: L. Lichwala, R. Young

Greeters

5:00pm: Jones Family

9:00am: Letzring Family

11:30am: Remy Young

Ushers

5:00pm 9:00am 11:30am

Please sign up if you’re available.

Offertory Gifts

5:00pm 9:00am 11:30am

Please sign up if you’re available.

Home Chalice Program

Please sign up if you’re available.

Linens

September: D. Tryon; J. Durdik

Cleaning the Altar

September: J. Helmboldt

Collection Counters September 2: R. Bartkovich, L. Wallace, M. Ulman

September 8: J. King, R. Miller, B. Zielinski

Please pray for those who are serving

in the Armed Forces

Nick Adam, William V. Backlund III, Tim

Begley, Erik Brownell, Gabe Campbell,

Jason Cecchetti, Robert Cox, Fred Dehn,

Matt Ducummon, Bob Elia, Jeff Gabel, Michael Ganzak,

Erik Hennigan, Tielur Allan Hoard, Mark Huck, Eric

Jacobs, Matthew Dennis Jacobs, Michael A. Kroll, Maya

LaPrad, Zach LaPrad, Kevin Martin, Michael

McInerney, Michael Miller, Amanda Poehlson, Sean

Rooker, Anthony Sparks, Jonathon Stepp, Kenneth

Streu, Jesse Sutton, Kyle Waitz, Kurt Whitlow, Steven

Whoolery, Gavin Woody, Ricardo M. Young

Bulletin deadline Tuesday at noon.