OCTOBER 24 2021 | THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME …

A FAMILY OF PARISHES DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING SAFE ENVIRONMENTS

OFFICE 3834 North Mill Street Dryden, Michigan 48428 Phone: (810) 796-2926 Fax: (810) 796-9713

Website: www.fmsaints.com | Email:

[email protected]

PARISH STAFF Rev. Michael Gawlowski Rev. Michael Gawlowski Rev. Michael Gawlowski Rev. Michael Gawlowski

Pastor Rev. Larry Delonnay Rev. Larry Delonnay Rev. Larry Delonnay Rev. Larry Delonnay

Senior Priest

ST. CORNELIUS 3834 North Mill St. | PO Box 208 | Dryden, MI Mass Schedule SatSatSatSat: 4:00 pm

SunSunSunSun: 7:30 & 11:00 am Wed: Wed: Wed: Wed: 8:00 am Reconciliation by appointment.

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST 883 Capac Road Allenton, MI

Mass Schedule Sat: Sat: Sat: Sat: 5:30 pm Sun: Sun: Sun: Sun: 9:00 am

Thursday: Thursday: Thursday: Thursday: 8:00 am Reconciliation byReconciliation byReconciliation byReconciliation by appointment appointment appointment appointment

OCTOBER 24 2021 | THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

PARISH INFORMATION

Saturday, October 23, 2021Saturday, October 23, 2021Saturday, October 23, 2021Saturday, October 23, 2021 3:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.3:30 p.m. Reconciliation @St. Cornelius 4:00 p.m4:00 p.m4:00 p.m4:00 p.m. Mass @St. Cornelius 5:30 p.m5:30 p.m5:30 p.m5:30 p.m. Mass @St. John the Evangelist Sunday, October 24, 2021 /World Mission SundaySunday, October 24, 2021 /World Mission SundaySunday, October 24, 2021 /World Mission SundaySunday, October 24, 2021 /World Mission Sunday 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. Mass @St. Cornelius 9:00 a.9:00 a.9:00 a.9:00 a.m. Mass @St. John the Evangelist 10:30 a.10:30 a.10:30 a.10:30 a.m. Family Session @St. John the Evangelist 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Mass @St. Cornelius Wednesday, October 27, 2021Wednesday, October 27, 2021Wednesday, October 27, 2021Wednesday, October 27, 2021 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Mass @St. Cornelius 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsals @ St. John the Evangelist Thursday, October 28, 2021Thursday, October 28, 2021Thursday, October 28, 2021Thursday, October 28, 2021 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Mass @St. John the Evangelist Friday, October 29, 2021Friday, October 29, 2021Friday, October 29, 2021Friday, October 29, 2021 NoonNoonNoonNoon----5:45p.m. 5:45p.m. 5:45p.m. 5:45p.m. Blood Drive @St. Cornelius Saturday, October 30, 2021Saturday, October 30, 2021Saturday, October 30, 2021Saturday, October 30, 2021 3:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.3:30 p.m. Reconciliation @St. Cornelius 4:00 p.m4:00 p.m4:00 p.m4:00 p.m. Mass @St. Cornelius 5:30 p.m5:30 p.m5:30 p.m5:30 p.m. Mass @St. John the Evangelist Sunday, October 31, 2021 Sunday, October 31, 2021 Sunday, October 31, 2021 Sunday, October 31, 2021 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. Mass @St. Cornelius 9:00 a.9:00 a.9:00 a.9:00 a.m. Mass @St. John the Evangelist 10:30 a.10:30 a.10:30 a.10:30 a.m. Family Session @St. John the Evangelist 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Mass @St. Cornelius

NEWS & EVENTS

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PARISH REGISTRATION Name:____________________________________ _________________________________________ Address _________________________________________ City and Zip Code _________________________________________ Phone Number St. Cornelius, Dryden______ St. John the Evangelist, Allenton____ Welcome to the Family! Please place this in the collection basket. More information will be mailed to you.

MASS REQUESTS PLEASE ALLOW 4 WEEKS BEFORE THE DESIRED DATE ____________________________________________ Intention (Name of person or prayer request) ____________________________________________ Desired Date /Time ____________________________________________ Requested by ____________________________________________ Contact Phone Number Living___ Deceased___ Donation___ St. Cornelius, Dryden____ St. John the Evangelist____

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Parish Support October 10, 2021Parish Support October 10, 2021Parish Support October 10, 2021Parish Support October 10, 2021

St. Cornelius $5,66.00 Number of envelopes 86 Online Giving $1,645.00 34 donors St. John the Evangelist $2,701.02 Number of envelopes 54 Online Giving $633.00 15 donors

If you are unable to join us in person for Mass you are always welcome join us for Mass via the livestream. Every Saturday the 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass is livestreamed via our facebook page: Facebook:Facebook:Facebook:Facebook: Facebook.com/The Parish Family of St Cornelius and St John the Evangelist You can also view the Mass at your convenience via our You Tube channel. The easiest way is to search Rev. Michael Gawlowski. You can also follow the links from our website at :www.fmsaints.com. :www.fmsaints.com. :www.fmsaints.com. :www.fmsaints.com.

In Person or LivestreamIn Person or LivestreamIn Person or LivestreamIn Person or Livestream

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus asks Bartimaeus: “What do you want me to do for you?” And he answers, “Master, I want to see.” Let us ask Jesus for the grace to “see” our brothers and sisters who are poor and lonely. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to bring God’s love and mercy to families, providing food, monies for utility, rent and other bills. God Bless You!

ST VINCENT DE PAUL

All Saints Day Mass �

In honor of All Saints Day, Monday, November 1st Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 a.m. at St. Cornelius.

LITURGICAL LIFE


DAILY MASS SCHEDULE ST. CORNELIUS, DRYDEN

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, ALLENTON

Saturday, October 23rd 4:00 p.m.– Art Korson— Mary Jane Hildebrant

5:30 p.m.- People of the family of parishes

Sunday, October 24th

7:30 a.m.- William Siemen— Gene & Cheryl Carson 11:00 a.m.-People of the family of parishes

9:00 a.m.-Frank Racz— Burt & Kathy Berridge

Wednesday, October 27th 8:00 a.m.

People of the family of parishes NO MASSNO MASSNO MASSNO MASS

Thursday, October 28th 8:00 a.m.

NO MASSNO MASSNO MASSNO MASS

People of the family of parishes

MASS PRAYERS OCTOBER 30-31, 2021 Saturday

4:00 p.m. St. Cornelius

Saturday 5:30 p.m. St. John

Sunday 7:30 a.m. St. Cornelius

Mass Prayers

Art Korson—Gordon & Elaine Spencer



Sunday 9:00 a.m. St. John


Sunday 11:00 a.m. St. Cornelius

Patricia Zach— Sis & Don Pierce

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WORLD MISSION SUNDAY World Mission Sunday, our annual worldwide Eucharistic celebration for the Missions and missionaries of the world, will be celebrated on October 24 this year. This collection on the next-to-last Sunday in October is a unique, global eSort for the entire Church to provide for the building up of over one thousand local churches in Asia and Africa, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Latin America and Europe. Through the work of these churches, and their witness to Christ, the poor receive practical help and experience God's love and mercy, His hope and peace.

We meet again.�

As we begin to find our way back to some normal routines, we also begin a new chapter as newly formed Michigan Corporation. We invite you to be a part of this new and exciting time in our parishes by joining either the Finance Council or the Parish Council. If you have served in this manner previously “Welcome Back”, if you are new to this position you will be “Welcomed Aboard” Volunteers for either Council must be 18 years of age or older, have received the Sacraments including Confirmation, be a registered parishioner, and a weekly Mass attendee. You also must be Safe Environments compliant or willing to become compliant. Please will out the form below to volunteer or contact the o9ce by phone or email.

Please spend a little time in prayer and see if the Holy Spirit is calling you this mission. Please spend a little time in prayer and see if the Holy Spirit is calling you this mission. Please spend a little time in prayer and see if the Holy Spirit is calling you this mission. Please spend a little time in prayer and see if the Holy Spirit is calling you this mission.

COUNCIL VOLUNTEER FORM COUNCIL VOLUNTEER FORM COUNCIL VOLUNTEER FORM COUNCIL VOLUNTEER FORM �

NameNameNameName:____________________________________ __________________________________________ AddressAddressAddressAddress _________________________________________ City and Zip Code City and Zip Code City and Zip Code City and Zip Code __________________________________________ Phone NumberPhone NumberPhone NumberPhone Number __________________________________________ Email Email Email Email

St. Cornelius, Dryden Finance ______ Parish______

St. John the Evangelist, Allenton Finance _____ Parish ________

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Please prayerfully consider volunteering in this ministry Please prayerfully consider volunteering in this ministry Please prayerfully consider volunteering in this ministry Please prayerfully consider volunteering in this ministry

COUNCIL MEMBERS NEEDED

Saturday, November 6th 9am�4PM �

St. Anastasia Parish, Troy �

Cost $35 per individual or $50 per couple �

(Scholarships available) includes participant guide, light breakfast, and lunch

This workshop is designed to help couples understand how the trauma of child loss aSects the family dynamic and how to love each other through the complexity of loss. It is open to anyone who lost

a child at any age or phase of life.

Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Detroit O9ce of Family Support Ministry To learn more and Register at: aod.org/lovingthroughloss aod.org/lovingthroughloss aod.org/lovingthroughloss aod.org/lovingthroughloss If you are in need of a scholarship or you need assistance with registration, please contact Nicole Joyce at [email protected] or 313.237.5776

LOVING THROUGH LOSS: A COUPLES GRIEF WORKSHOP

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IS RCIA –RIGHT FOR YOU?

FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION

What is the RCIA?What is the RCIA?What is the RCIA?What is the RCIA? The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a journey for adults who are interested in learning about the Catholic faith and or becoming Catholic. RCIA formation sessions oSer the opportunity to study sacred scripture, discern the teachings of the Catholic Church, and through prayer, experience a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. RCIA is designed for those adults who are: �In need of Baptism �Baptized in another Christian tradition

who desire to become Catholic �Baptized Catholic, and in need of the

reception of the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation

For more information, please contact : Julie Allison (810) 796-4701 [email protected]

Discernment Prayer�

Heavenly Father, You love me and you call me every

moment of my life. You have a plan for me,

a plan that will help me grace the world in the unique way that only I can.

Send your Spirit into my heart and mind. Enlighten me with your wisdom, that I may come to know today where you are calling me in life. Give me the strength today

to answer that call and inspire others to help me.

I make this prayer through Christ Our Lord.

Amen.

The Faith Formation is underway at both St. Cornelius Parish Dryden and St. John the Evangelist Parish Allenton. It is not too late to register. For information on St. Cornelius Parish Please contact Julie Allison if you have any questions at (810) 796-4701 or via email at [email protected]. For information on St. John the Evangelist Parish contact Christine Medley, by phone at (810) 395-2301 or through email at [email protected].

As you all know, the sound system at St. John the Evangelist has been a nuisance from the beginning. Anyone with any hearing impediments will tell you that “Father Mike gives the best homilies, because I can’t hear them any way.” The system was never suitable for the space it was intended to service. We have had on going issues with the system. Now, I am pleased to announce that we are entering the final stage of the sound system upgrades and repairs. This has been a long and daunting process. Some of you have already generously oSered donations, which has helped prepare and sustain the sound system for our next step. New speakers are set to be installed. The new speakers will provide the optimum sound for hearing while seated in the pews. If you find yourself called to oSer a donation; it would be greatly appreciated. We have met our CSA goals and we are keeping our mortgage up to date, thanks to your generosity. Donations can be dropped in the collection with an envelope marked “Sound System”. Thank you in advance and “we can’t wait to hear from you”

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST –SOUND SYSTEM

LITURGICAL LIFE


COVID Liturgical Protocols which remain in place �

1. Parishes should con�nue to provide signage about current COVID protocols. �

2. Parishes should keep doors open to ven�late churches as they are able. �

3. Parishes are encouraged to con�nue the COVID arrangement of vessels for bread/wine on the altar. �

4. Clergy and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion should con�nue to wear masks while distribu�ng Holy �

Communion. �

5. Parishes are encouraged to maintain sani�za�on sta�ons at the loca�ons of the distribu�on of Holy Communion. �

6. Parishes are to con�nue to refrain from the distribu�on of the Chalice to the faithful (except for a Bride and Groom on

their wedding day). �

These revised liturgical protocols should be a sign that we have made great progress from March 2020. But we s�ll need to

be vigilant in the weeks and months ahead. As we con�nue to adapt to a new reality, it will be crucial that each of us

exercises heroic pa�ence with one another. For some these changes are a welcome adjustment. For others, it will take

more �me to feel comfortable with the adjustments. For all, this is an opportunity for Chris�an charity and a renewed

commitment to exercise another Unleash the Gospel virtue: unusually gracious hospitality. �

JUNE 18, 2021 COVID UPDATE�

Archbishop Vigneron has approved the following revised guidelines for parishes. These new guidelines will These new guidelines will These new guidelines will These new guidelines will take eSect on Monday, June 28, 2021.take eSect on Monday, June 28, 2021.take eSect on Monday, June 28, 2021.take eSect on Monday, June 28, 2021. As Michigan returns to a more normal lifestyle, COVID-19 related liturgical protocols could be retained by local pastors. Pastors should be conscious that any protocols they retain should be seen as extraordinary measures for extraordinary times. Parishes/Families of Parishes should create a timeline as to when any of their parish/family protocols will expire.

1. The Archdiocesan-wide directive to wear face-coverings and social distance has expired. Each pastor/In Solidum team should establish a protocol for their parish(es)/Family of Parishes based upon local conditions (e.g., a pastor/team may: establish an area where social distancing continues to be observed, direct the return of choirs, institute the resumption of the presentation of gifts, retain sanitization/face covering surrounding the distribution of Holy Communion).

2. A reminder that clergy may, may, may, may, if they wish, continue to use separate Chalices or to receive the Precious Blood by intinction.

3. It is recommended, at the present time, that parishes refrain from distributing Holy Communion It is recommended, at the present time, that parishes refrain from distributing Holy Communion It is recommended, at the present time, that parishes refrain from distributing Holy Communion It is recommended, at the present time, that parishes refrain from distributing Holy Communion from the Chalice to the faithful (except for bride and groom on their wedding day). from the Chalice to the faithful (except for bride and groom on their wedding day). from the Chalice to the faithful (except for bride and groom on their wedding day). from the Chalice to the faithful (except for bride and groom on their wedding day). The faithful can be reminded that in receiving the Sacred Host, they are also receiving the Blood of the living Christ.

4. Parishes should have signage indicating any local parish COVID protocols. This is especially helpful for visitors.

5. Parishes should look to the Department of Catholic Schools for particular guidance regarding youth athletics and school activities.

6. Parishes should look to the Department of Human Resources for workplace guidance (requirements for parish o9ces, etc.).

7. These liturgical directives replace all previously issued liturgical directives related to COVID-19.

Let us connue to be cauous and healthy�Use common sense �

Follow the CDC guidelines for washing & satanizing your hands�

If you are feeling sick or have fever�STAY HOME �

If you have a sick family member at home, or you have been recently exposed�STAY HOME �

Masks are highly encouraged. Masks are highly encouraged. Masks are highly encouraged. Masks are highly encouraged.

LITURGICAL LIFE


Question: Question: Question: Question: I have a friend who receives communion, but who I know for a fact is in a state of mortal sin. Should I tell our priest? Is it my responsibility to say something?

Answer: Answer: Answer: Answer: While we may always want to do what is best for our friends and family members, we have a responsibility to respect their privacy and their conscience. In its reflections on the Eighth Commandment (“You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor”), the Catechism of the Catholic Church states, “Respect for the reputation of persons forbids every attitude and word likely to cause them unjust injury. [One] becomes guilt: -of rash judgment who, even tacitly, assumes as true, without su9cient foundation, the moral fault of a neighbor; -of detraction who, without objectively valid reason, discloses another’s faults and failings to persons who do not know them; of calumny who, by remarks contrary to the truth, harms the reputation of others and gives occasion for false judgments concerning them” (no. 2477). We will never truly know what is in a person’s mind, heart, and soul; only God knows those things. We should, of course, take our concerns to God and entrust the person about whom we are concerned to God’s grace and mercy. If we have concerns about the spiritual wellbeing of someone with whom we are close, we should go to the person themselves and talk about our fears and concerns. Unless it is a case of abuse or endangerment (which we have a moral and even legal responsibility to report to the appropriate authorities), we ultimately do not have the freedom to share another’s persons faults or sins, however good we think our intentions might be.

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE �

We are collecting FOOD ITEMS & FOOD GIFT CARDS for local families in need this Thanksgiving. In keeping with the best

practice guidelines by reducing personal contact, we oSering our families gift cards to purchase their own perishable food (Turkeys & Such ). The amount of the gift cards given will be dependent upon the size of the family. We ask if you can donate, smaller amount gift cards that way the they can easily be divided up. Gift cards can be placed in the collection basket or in the drop boxes. We are also collecting food items for the families to be able to prepare a ““““Thanksgiving MealThanksgiving MealThanksgiving MealThanksgiving Meal” ” ” ” Below you will find

suggested items. Stu9ng MixStu9ng MixStu9ng MixStu9ng Mix Boxed Potatoes Boxed Potatoes Boxed Potatoes Boxed Potatoes GravyGravyGravyGravy Canned VegetablesCanned VegetablesCanned VegetablesCanned Vegetables JelloJelloJelloJello Canned Fruit/Applesauce Canned Fruit/Applesauce Canned Fruit/Applesauce Canned Fruit/Applesauce Cereal/Oatmeal Cereal/Oatmeal Cereal/Oatmeal Cereal/Oatmeal Biscuit Mix Biscuit Mix Biscuit Mix Biscuit Mix Cake/Brownie Mix Cake/Brownie Mix Cake/Brownie Mix Cake/Brownie Mix Macaroni & CheeseMacaroni & CheeseMacaroni & CheeseMacaroni & Cheese Spaghetti Sauce Spaghetti Sauce Spaghetti Sauce Spaghetti Sauce Noodles Noodles Noodles Noodles Sugar Sugar Sugar Sugar FlourFlourFlourFlour Baked Beans Baked Beans Baked Beans Baked Beans Dry BeansDry BeansDry BeansDry Beans SoupSoupSoupSoup Canned Tuna/Chicken Canned Tuna/Chicken Canned Tuna/Chicken Canned Tuna/Chicken Pancake MixPancake MixPancake MixPancake Mix SyrupSyrupSyrupSyrup Rice Rice Rice Rice Sweet PotatoesSweet PotatoesSweet PotatoesSweet Potatoes Canned Cranberry Pie/Crust Mix Canned Cranberry Pie/Crust Mix Canned Cranberry Pie/Crust Mix Canned Cranberry Pie/Crust Mix

We are anticipating about 25 local families this year. Please return your donations by November 7th. . . .

Give Thanks to the Lord

Attention Singers and Musicians the St. Cornelius Parish and the St. John the Evangelist Parish will begin Choir rehearsals on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. We will meet every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist, Allenton. All are welcome. If you have questions please call the o9ce at 810-796-2926 or see Elaine Spencer after Mass.

PRAYER & WORSHIP


It has long been a Catholic understanding that when circumstances prevent one from receiving Holy Communion it is possible to make an Act of Spiritual Communion, which is a source of grace. Spiritual Communion means uniting one’s self in prayer with Christ’s sacrifice and worshiping him in his Body and Blood. The most common reason for making an Act of Spiritual Communion is when a person cannot attend Mass. We ask Jesus to unite Himself with us. The basic elements of An Act of Spiritual Communion are an Act of Faith, an Act of Love, and a desire to receive Christ, and invitation for him to come into our heart.

My Jesus, My Jesus, My Jesus, My Jesus, I believe that YouI believe that YouI believe that YouI believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament,are present in the Most Holy Sacrament,are present in the Most Holy Sacrament,are present in the Most Holy Sacrament, I love You above all things,I love You above all things,I love You above all things,I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul,and I desire to receive You into my soul,and I desire to receive You into my soul,and I desire to receive You into my soul, Since I cannot at this moment Since I cannot at this moment Since I cannot at this moment Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, receive You sacramentally, receive You sacramentally, receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart,come at least spiritually into my heart,come at least spiritually into my heart,come at least spiritually into my heart, I embrace You as if You were already there I embrace You as if You were already there I embrace You as if You were already there I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. and unite myself wholly to You. and unite myself wholly to You. and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You.Never permit me to be separated from You.Never permit me to be separated from You.Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.Amen.Amen.Amen.

Please contact the o0ce to add names to Please contact the o0ce to add names to Please contact the o0ce to add names to Please contact the o0ce to add names to our prayer list. Those in need of prayer: our prayer list. Those in need of prayer: our prayer list. Those in need of prayer: our prayer list. Those in need of prayer: Kristina Amend, Janet Antilla, Rose Antilla, Tim Booms, Barry Bryan, Peggy Collins, Julie Crowton, Joanne Erskine, Alvina Frisch, Jonette Goodloe, Richard Grix, Shirley Grix, Christopher Gorgon, Hannah Hayes, Dee Hebert, Shelia Hebert, Richard Hudson, Emily Jenuwine, Henryka Kepczynski, Lynn Kloc, Charron Kmetz, John Kukes, Paula Kukes, Erin Lauwers, Mitchell Ludwig, Renee Mayo, Gary McConnaughhay, Janet Monkevich, Cindy Morris, Patty Noakes, Eugene & Judi Ramin, Julie Rettell, Cheryl Ross, Craig Ross, Kevin Ross, Joe Salas, Vickie Scavaone, Ed Siarakowski JeS Stamm, Marie Town, Ethan Vanlerberghe, Bev Verdi, Daniel Vermander, Deborah Wentz, Gloria Wolak, Robert Zgnilec. PLEASE NOTE: If you would like to PLEASE NOTE: If you would like to PLEASE NOTE: If you would like to PLEASE NOTE: If you would like to submit any name contact the o9ce by submit any name contact the o9ce by submit any name contact the o9ce by submit any name contact the o9ce by phone or email at [email protected] phone or email at [email protected] phone or email at [email protected] phone or email at [email protected]

WHAT IS SPIRITUAL COMMUNION

BLESSED CHIARA “LUCE” BADANO

Reprinted (excerpted) from Catholic Current, copyright © [year of original publication], United

States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C. All rights reserved.

FEAST DAY �OCTOBER 29th Chiara “Luce” Badano was born in 1971, an only child to parents who had waited long for her arrival. As a child, she was bright, friendly, athletic, and had many friends. At age 9, she joined the Focolare movement and was very inspired by this spirituality. She was struck with cancer at age 17, but never lost her bright spirit. After a two-year battle with the disease, she entered eternal rest on October 7, 1990. Her last words were a message of hope: “Be

happy, because I am!” She was beatified by Pope Benedict XVI in 2010. “I think you all know that on Saturday September 25th, in Rome, an Italian girl named Chiara, Chiara Badano, was beatified. I invite you to get to know her: her life was short, but it’s a wonderful message. Chiara was born in 1971 and died in 1990, because of an incurable illness. Nineteen years full of life, of love, of faith. Two years, the last ones, also filled with pain and suSering, but always in love and light, a light that shone around her, and that came from within: from her heart filled with God! How can this be? How can a girl of 17, 18 years live a suSering like this, without any kind of human hope, spreading love, serenity, peace, faith? Obviously, this is a grace from God, but this grace was also prepared and accompanied by human collaboration: the collaboration of Chiara herself, certainly, but also of her parents and her friends.” — Pope Benedict XVI, Palmero, October 3, 2010 �

A Prayer to St. Joseph, �

Defender of Life �

Dearest St. Joseph, at the word of an angel,

you lovingly took Mary into your home. As God’s humble servant, you guided

the Holy Family on the road to Bethlehem, welcomed Jesus as your own

son in the shelter of a manger, and fled far from your homeland for the

safety of both Mother and Child.

We praise God that as their faithful protector, you never hesitated to sacrifice for those entrusted to you. May your example inspire us also to

welcome, cherish, and safeguard God’s most precious gift of life.

Help us to faithfully commit ourselves to the service and defense of human life —especially where it is vulnerable or threatened. Obtain for us the grace to

do the will of God in all things. Amen.

Copyright © 2021, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C. All rights reserved. To order this card (English,

#2115 / Spanish, #2116), call toll-free 866-582-0943. www.usccb.org/prolife

PRAYERS FOR OUR SOLDIERS Prayers For Our Soldiers Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad. Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace; strengthen them in their trials and temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding presence wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. PRAYERS FOR THE MILITARY Please keep these people serving our country in the military in your prayers. We want to keep them in our prayers, as a way of showing our respect and appreciation. Jacob Jonik, Ian Sampson, Matthew Sinda, Col. Ed LaGrou, Brandon LaGrou (A1C) Gary Knoche, Angel Felix, Seth Osborn, Tyler Peele, Michael Tinsley, Ryan McLean, LT. Aaron Born, Paul Boughner Jr., Sgt. Gary A. Smith, Sgt. Ronald Soule, Fsgt. Douglas Rawlins, Erik Wells, Mark Welch, George Wise, Cpt. Peter Harold Young, Kaylin Deppe, Conner Bissonnette, Christian LaFord, Aria Perkins-LaFord, Adam Paton, Robert Andreski, Nicholas Reis, Bob Jones, Ed Flowers, Ryan Malburg, Nathan Spivey, Lt. Jason Feys, Kaleb Halteman, Gillian Bissonnette, Barrett George, Airman Rebecca Schauer, Barry Geliske, Michael Couch III, Christopher Cox, Troy Antushevich, Jake Corey, Chief Vincent Navarro, Austin Lowney in your prayers. Please call the o9ce at 810-796-2926 during regular hours to add names of family and friends to this list.

PRAYER & WORSHIP


SACRAMENTS Please note . These guidelines apply under normal conditions policy and procedures may change , as needed, in response to the COVID 19 pandemic. Please call the parish family o9ce for more details.

INFANT BAPTISM Baptisms can be scheduled for the First Sunday of each month at St. Cornelius, the Second Sunday at St. John the Evangelist, with the exception of Lent. Parents must be registered and active members of the clustered parishes for a minimum of three months prior to the arrangement of their child’s baptism. Parents expecting a child are encouraged to contact the parish o9ce prior to the birth of their baby. Both parents and godparents are required to attend the preparation class prior to the baptism. Please contact the o9ce for class times and locations. MARRIAGE At least one member of the couple requesting marriage must be registered and active member of the clustered parishes for a minimum of three months prior to filling out the wedding application. (Engaged couples should not be registered under his/her parents.) Applications must be completed a minimum of six months prior to the proposed wedding date to ensure adequate marriage preparation. PARISH MEMBERSHIP The Sacrament of Baptism makes us members of Christ’s Body: The Church. As disciples of the Lord we at the parish family of St. Cornelius, St. John the Evangelist live out our Christian faith through the Roman Catholic Tradition. The rights and expectations of the members of the community include: the sacraments, one’s spiritual, educational, and social formation, as well as a Christian burial. The community for its part expects that those choosing to be members will keep holy the Sabbath Day, as well as other days of Obligation. Members are encouraged and expected to contribute their time, talent, and financial resources according to their ability in order to maintain, up-build and strengthen the community of faith to which they belong. PARISH REGISTRATION Please contact the parish o9ce to register, or an initial registration form is available in the bulletin. Please complete the form and drop into the collection basket or mail it to the parish o9ce. All parishioners over the age of 18 years should be registered in their own name. QUINCEAÑERA –PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING The Mass of Anointing is held periodically throughout the course of the year. In case of an emergency, please call (810) 796-2926. Emergency calls are forwarded as necessary, even during non-o9ce hours. *Some articles Reprinted (excerpted) from Catholic Current, copyright © [year of original publication], United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C. All rights reserved.

CHURCH INFORMATION


Pastor Rev. Michael Gawlowski [email protected] [Fr. Mike] Senior Priest Rev. Larry Delonnay Director of Faith Formation -West Julie Allison (Lapeer County O9ce) 810-796-4701 [email protected] Director of Faith Formation –East Christine Medley (St. Clair County O9ce) 810-395-2301 [email protected] [email protected] 810-796-9786 Facilities Manager Carol Stamm [email protected] 810-796-2926 O<ce Manager Denise Potapa [email protected] 810-796-2926 Administrative Assistant Melissa Bollaert [email protected] Webmaster Jacquelyn DeMink [email protected] Bookkeeper Music Ministry Elaine Spencer Katie Fekel Diane Wroblewski Safe Environments Coordinator Christine Medley 810-395-2301 [email protected] PARISH EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER 810-796-2926 [24 Hour Answering Service] Website: www.fmsaints.com Facebook:Facebook:Facebook:Facebook: Facebook.com/The Parish Family of St Cornelius and St John the Evangelist

PARISH STAFF DIRECTORY

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Due to the COVID situation the Parish Family O9ce is not open for public entrance if you need assistance please call or email the o9ce. If necessary an appointment time will be set. Please and thank you for your cooperation with this matter at this time.

Email: [email protected]

Hospital Chaplains�If you are in need of Anoin4ng �

Genesys Spiritual 810-606-5290 Hurley Medical: Deacon Mike Dear 810–429-2230 McLaren, Flint: Deacon Tony Verdun 810-965-9383

REPORTING SEXUAL ABUSE To inform the Archdiocese of Detroit regarding the sexual abuse of minors by bishops, priests, deacons and other Church personnel and/or to speak to the Victim Assistance Coordinator contact our 24-hour hotline 1-866-343-8055. More information can be found on the website at www.aod.org

READINGS FOR THE WEEK October 24, 2021October 24, 2021October 24, 2021October 24, 2021 Sunday: Sunday: Sunday: Sunday: 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time; 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time; 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time; 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Mission SundayWorld Mission SundayWorld Mission SundayWorld Mission Sunday�

� Jer 31:7-9/Ps 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6 [3]/ Heb 5:1-6/Mk 10:46-52 MondayMondayMondayMonday: Rom 8:12-17/Ps 68:2 and 4, 6-7ab, 20-21 [21a]/Lk 13:10-17 Tuesday:Tuesday:Tuesday:Tuesday: Rom 8:18-25/Ps 126:1b-2ab, 2cd-3, 4-5, 6 [3a]/Lk 13:18-21 WednesdayWednesdayWednesdayWednesday: Rom 8:26-30/Ps 13:4-5, 6 [6a]/ Lk 13:22-30 Thursday: Thursday: Thursday: Thursday: Sts. Simon and Jude, ApostlesSts. Simon and Jude, ApostlesSts. Simon and Jude, ApostlesSts. Simon and Jude, Apostles Eph 2:19-22/Ps 19:2-3, 4-5 [5a]/Lk 6:12-16 Friday: Friday: Friday: Friday: Rom 9:1-5/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20/Lk 14:1-6 Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary Rom 11:1-2a, 11-12, 25-29/Ps 94:12-13a, 14-15, 17-18 [14a]/Lk 14:1, 7-11 Next Sunday:Next Sunday:Next Sunday:Next Sunday: 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time; 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time; 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time; 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time; All HallowAll HallowAll HallowAll Hallow’’’’s Eves Eves Eves Eve Dt 6:2-6/Ps 18:2-3, 3-4, 47, 51 [2]/ Heb 7:23-28/Mk 12:28b-34

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE �

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