- QUESTIONS FOR
THE RIDE HOME
- 16th Sunday
in Ordinary Time
When Jesus and the disciples seek some rest,
the crowds follow them to a deserted place. It is apparent that
the life and message of Jesus struck a chord with a large number
of people. Jesus seems to meet the need and longing they have
for something meaningful in their lives.
Adults: What about Jesus' message most appeals
to me? Why?
Children: What is my favorite story about
Jesus?
- ARE YOU BEING CALLED?
Samuel didn’t recognize that God was calling
him. Are you one of the people being called to membership on
Christ the King’s Pastoral Council? There are no
requirements for this job, just a desire to participate more
fully in our church community. Please pray for the council and
be attentive to the call.
CHURCH
PICNIC
St. John’s Catholic Church Annual
Homecoming will be held Sunday, July 30, at the church
on Dutch Ridge Road in Guysville. Mark your calendars NOW and
plan to attend this event that includes family activities, fun
and FOOD. Beginning at noon a chicken OR ham dinner will
be served. The cost of the meal is $5 per adult and $3 per child.
There will be BINGO, raffles and other games. Everyone is invited
to attend.
DIRECTORY NEWS
The parish directory has been sent back for
processing. Hopefully, we will have our new directories by the
end of August!
LIVING FAITH
These FREE prayer and reflections booklets
are available in the Gathering Space. The months of July, August and September are included in this issue.
LIVING
WITH CHRIST
The July
issue of Living with Christ
is available in the Gathering space. These booklets are very
well done. Each issue is $2.00, or you can purchase a yearly
subscription for $15.00. Contact the office for more information.
LOST
& FOUND ITEMS
Are you missing mittens, hats, sweaters, jackets
or umbrellas?! Come to the Parish Center and check out the lost
and found box. It's overflowing with articles of clothing and
some toys. After July, any unclaimed items will be donated to
charity.
SAINTS
OF JULY
St. Christopher (patron saint of travelers)
and St. James the Greater (patron saint of hatmakers,
rheumatoid sufferers, and laborers); feast day is July 25.
Sts. Joachim and Anne, parents
of Mary the mother of Jesus (Anne is the patron of Christian
mothers and women in labor); feast day is July 26.
St. Martha (patron saint of servants
and cooks)
and Sts. Peter and Marcellinus, martyrs; feast
day is July 29.
St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor
of the Church; feast day is July 30.
To learn more about these saints and others,
check out www.catholic.org and go to the link for saints and
angels
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Are you a natural teacher, enjoy children and
have a strong faith life? Teaching as Jesus taught is very rewarding.
You work with other individuals who share the similar gifts and
talents.
Teachers and aides positions are available
on Sunday and Tuesday at preschool, first, fourth, fifth, sixth,
and Junior High grade levels. Call Nancy Denhart, 592-2711 to
volunteer.
Religious Education begins August 27 and
29. Watch for registration materials in the mail. Please
pray the Holy Spirit continues to bless and guide the staff as
they prepare to assist our parents in passing on our Faith to
our children.
PARISH ACTIVITIES/MEETINGS
St. Francis Society members will gather
on Friday, August 4, for First Friday Mass at 11:00
a.m. at St. Paul's Church. A vegetable potluck lunch will
follow, and we will plan our calendar for the 2006/2007 year.
Volunteers needed to help at a UCM
dinner Thursday, August 10, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. If you can
help, please call Mary and Pat Reddan at 594-8591.
SACRED
HEART RETREAT HOUSE
Creative Games Workshop for religion
teachers and catechists will be held at Sacred Heart Retreat
House on Saturdays, July 29 and August 5, from 9:00
till 3:00. Come, stay as long as you like and take home games
for use this fall in your classes.
HABITAT FOR
HUMANITY
Volunteers needed for Habitat for Humanity
Builds. Athens County Habitat for Humanity is starting two building
projects in August. Want to help on Fridays-Saturdays-Sundays?
For best results call the office at 740-592-0032 to schedule
a date.
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- You spread the table
before me in the sight of my foes; You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
BIRTHDAYS: July 24 - 30
Isaac Gdowski, Tim Kresse, Marina Mikhail, Kyle Essman, Mary
Hall, Abigail Miller, Grant Dorst, Alden Lee, Shannon Finnearty,
Robert Hoobler, Gina Rider, Joyce Yanity, Mary Joyce Yanity,
Cathy Bruggeman, Michael Smith, Tyler White, Paul Cadamagnani,
Bob Gallagher, Wendy Serbonich and Jamie Sindelar.
ANNIVERSARIES:
July 24 - 30
Deb & Tim Arnold (6th), Kathy & Joe Essman (27th), Margaret
& Dan Krivicich (32nd), Juli & John Miller (25th!),
Yolanda & Abelardo Moncayo (45th!), and Donna &
Jay Wamsley (33rd).
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence to all
on our prayer list and pray for Don Scheck, Ted Hart, Linda Huck,
Mary Simmons, Teresa Walsh, Carroll Haddaway, Roger Howard, Mike
Mulligan, and Andrew Guy. (Remembered
in the petitions)
REST
IN PEACE
Please pray for Debra Sullivan
who died recently; she was the mother of Casey Spolrich Hitchcock
and Sara Spolrich. We offer Casey and Sara and the family our
sincere sympathy while praying that Debra and all the souls of
the faithful departed rest in the peace of our Lord.
RESPECT
LIFE
"The recognition of
the sacred character of human life and of its inviolability --
a principle admitting no exceptions -- is not some trivial little
problem or question that may be considered relative, in view
of the pluralism of opinions we find in modern society. . . There
are no 'small murders.' The respect of every human life is an
essential condition of a societal life worthy of the name is
to be possible." Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger (Pope Benedict
XVI) in Christianity and the Crisis of Cultures.
PEACE
& JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Pope Paul VI reminded us: If you want
peace, work for justice.
Pax Christi USA's annual gathering July
28-30 will meet at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. The
theme is "God's People Can Wait No Longer: Twenty
Years Since 'Economic Justice for All.'" A two-day
retreat for Young Adults (age 18-30) precedes the meeting.
Info: 814-453-4955, ext 231; Regina Wack, 740-753-1183;
Bob Maher, 740-592-3487. See The Steubenville Register, June
30th, ad for details or check the website: www.paxchristiusa.org
BOY SCOUT RETREAT
• Fourth annual Boy Scout Retreat, St. Michael's Catholic
Church, Carlisle, August 4-6
• camp with Bishop Conlon and other faith-filled scouts
and dads
• open to any young man interested in Boy Scouts or
Venture Scouts
• registration is $12.00; the deadline to register
is August 1
COPPERHEADS BASEBALL!!
The Southern Ohio Copperheads is hosting Faith
Day at Bob Wren Stadium this Sunday at 1:05 pm. Free admission
for any individual bringing a church bulletin to the game. The
Copperheads encourage churches to make this a group outing. The
stadium is located on Shafer Street behind the Convocation Center.
BALLROOM
DANCE CLASSES
Harry and Jane Tompkins are offering a beginners'
ballroom dance class this August at Hocking College. We’ll
cover jitterbug, waltz, Latin and other dances. It’s great
exercise and lots of fun, and it opens up a whole new world of
friends and social entertainment. Classes meet ten evenings,
probably Tuesdays and Thursdays, for two hours of combined instruction
and practice. All you need are smooth-soled shoes and a partner
to start, but if you don’t have a partner, let us know and
we’ll see if we can find one for you. Even if you always
thought you have two left feet, come on out and give it a try.
It’s FUN! The cost is $98 per person for one hour of credit
or $50 for noncredit. For more information contact Jane at jane.tompkins@gmail.com
or (740) 667-6768. See you on the dance floor!
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