Father I. C. Medina – 897-2293 October 4, 2009

Stacy Vehige – 897-3303 Twenty – Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

School – 897-2567

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School - 897-2567

MASS INTENTIONS: Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 8 a.m. – Sp. Int.

SERVERS LECTOR

10/11 Rachel Muenks and McKenzie Keilholz 10/11 Randy Thoenen

10/18 Jared Thoenen and Matt Stiefermann 10/18 Michael Stiefermann

COMMUNION MINISTERS GIFT BEARERS

10/11 Russell Kremer, Laura Thoenen, Michael Stiefermann 10/11 Sp. Int.

10/18 David and Mary Gabelsberger, Generose Dudenhoeffer 10/18 Keilholz Family

COLLECTION COUNTERS MUSICIAN

10/11 Paula Stieferman and Mary Beth Peters 10/11 Angela

10/18 Gerry Broker and Agnes Kever 10/18 Abby

Today

· Respect Life Sunday – Pamphlets are available in the back of church.

· Good Shepherd Collection

· CYO Coffee and Donuts

· St. George Fall Festival

This Week- Monday - Quilting with lunch served.

Monday – Legion of Mary - 7 pm

Thursday – Quilting in the afternoon.

Thursday – CYO Bowling

ANNUAL PRIESTS RETREAT – Father Medina, along with the priests of the diocese will be attending the Priests Retreat at the Lake of the Ozarks this week. Please remember them in your prayers.

FALL FESTIVAL UPDATE - We took in $30,693.06 the day of the Fall Festival, and served 1091 adults, 81 children, and 263 plate lunches. The Ladies Sodality Special Raffle took in $1,227.00. A full report will follow once all the bills are received and paid. We could not have done this well without everyone’s help – Thank you.

MONTH OF THE ROSARY – October is the month dedicated to the Holy Rosary. This is a special time that we, as Catholics, devote to the prayers that honor the Blessed Mother and the events in the life of her Son. You are encouraged to pray the rosary or a decade of it daily with your family during the month of October.

OCTOBER COUNT – This fall our diocese will again involve itself in a common pastoral practice across the United States known as the “October Count”. Each individual who attends the weekend Eucharist across our Diocese during the month of October will be counted in order to allow for better pastoral planning for the benefit of our parishes and our diocese. The month of October is selected since it has been statistically proven that it represents the best month for this project.

Christmas Ornaments – Our Lady, Help of Christians ornaments in the shape of a heart are available. Please call Ginny Massman at 897-0090. $8 each.

HEALTH FAIR/BLOOD DRIVE – Plan to attend the 2009 Health Fair being held at Linn State Technical College Activity Center on Thursday October 8 from 1-6pm. There will be vendors and refreshments available and the admission is free. There will also be a blood drive in conjuction with the fair sponsored by the Community Blood Center. Contact Stephanie Helmig to make an appointment.

INTERNATIONAL EXHIBIT – In his mercy, God has shown us the flesh and blood of Jesus through he Eucharistic miracles. Come see 126 Vatican authenticated miracles of the world. This walk-through exhibit will be available for viewing at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Westphalia on Saturday, October 10 from 2-7 pm and Sunday, October 11 from 8am – 2pm. There is no charge to view the exhibit. For questions, call The Body of Christ Outreach at 636-928-0384.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS - The Bonnots Mill K of C will hold their monthly meeting Tuesday, October 13th in the Loose Creel school cafeteria. Rosary for Life to begin at 7:10 PM with a prompt meeting at 7:30 PM. Refreshments will follow the meeting. Please plan on attending, show your support for your council!

WHY CATHOLIC? -The Diocese is offering classes called “Why Catholic?” at Immaculate Conception in Jefferson City. These classes will cover the basic teachings of the church, what we believe, celebrate, live, and pray. The program employs sound and user-friendly materials that draw upon the teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and Sacred Scripture. If you would be interested in sharing a ride to the meetings, please call Jenifer Block at 897-3911.

ATTENTION STATE EMPLOYEES - If you would like to have an amount of your paycheck automatically taken out of your check and donated to our local Good Shepherd Center you may do so by signing up for the Missouri State Employee Charitable Campaign at your office. The code number for Good Shepherd is 4016. The sign up period is going on now.

FAMILY FAITH GATHERING AT ST. GEORGE – St. George Parish invites you to participate in the first Family Faith Gathering for this year, “Saints By Our Side”. It will be Sunday morning, October 11, from 10:15 – 12”15 in St. George parish hall. Adults and children of all ages are invited to meet a few saints, pray together, and take part in the other hands-on activities that will help inspire everyone to lean on and to look up to the saints. Let us know how many in your family are coming by calling sister Barbara at 897-3203. Come celebrate the heroes of our faith!

Stewardship Quote –The phrase in today’s psalm, “May you see your children’s children,” is really a prayer for a long life. The Good Steward knows that every day is a gift from God, to be lived with joy and thanksgiving. “May the Lord bless us all the days of our lives!”

Collections – September 26, 2009

Loose             $36.05                                        Envelopes      $954.00

Bus Fees        $270.00                                 Votive Light    $105.16

                                                                                     TOTAL:           $1,365.21

Picnics

Oct 4 St. George, Linn

Oct 11 Guardian Angels, Brinktown

Oct 18 Knights of Columbus Breakfast, Linn