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VOL. 5Sep 14-15, 2013ISSUE 37

Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time In chapter 15 of Luke's Gospel, Jesus tells three parables about losing, finding, and rejoicing. The outcasts of
society, the taxpayers, and the sinners approach Jesus eager to hear what he has to say. In Luke's Gospel, hearing is a sign of conversion. The Pharisees and scribes, still suspicious of Jesus, complain about him associating with sinners. So he tells them these three parables. In the first story, the parable of The Lost Sheep, the shepherd leaves behind the 99 sheep to search for the 1 lost sheep. When he finds it, the shepherd rejoices not alone as in Matthew's version, but with friends and neighbors. In the same way, God rejoices more over 1 sinner who repents like the outcasts who have come to hear Jesusthan over the 99 righteous like the Pharisees and scribes. The second story, about a poor woman who will not stop searching until she finds her lost coin, makes the same point. Why are the Pharisees complaining? They should rejoice when the lost are found. Finally we come to what is probably the most memorable parable in the Gospels, the story we know as The Prodigal Son. Just as in The Lost Sheep and The Lost Coin, this story (found only in Luke) is really about the seeker. The loving father is at the center of this parable. Even though his son runs off with his father's inheritance and squanders the money, the father waits for him, hoping for his return. Upon his son's return, the father, full of compassion, runs out to embrace and forgive him before the son can utter one word of repentance. At this point the rejoicing begins. The parable does not end there. Rather, it makes one more point about the older son's reaction. This son who never left, just like the Pharisees and scribes who feel they are righteous, refuses to enter his father's house to join in the rejoicing. He has served his father. He has obeyed him. Perhaps it was not out of love. The father's response teaches us that God's care and compassion extend to the righteous and sinner alike. When we are lost, God doesn't wait for our return. He actively seeks us out. And when the lost are found, how could we not celebrate and rejoice? Retrieved from http://www.loyola.com/sundayconnection.

Parish Staff
Pastor: Fr. Joseph Lea (267) 243-5861 joseph.p.lea.mil@mail.mil NCOIC: SGT. Marcus Levering (706) 791-4308 Deacon: - Rev. Mr. David Kriegel deacondave@saintmichaelparishfg.org - Rev. Mr. Kelley Culver deaconkelley@saintmichaelparishfg.org PLC: Lola Rivera (706) 791-4829 plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org RE Coordinator: Adriana Gramer recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org RCIA: Kelley Culver (706) 855-9893 rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org Music Director: Sonia Rivera music@saintmichaelparishfg.org CWOC: Andrea Perez (707)365-7253 cwoc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Knights of Columbus: Jim Redmond Knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org Youth Ministry: Laura Pizzi cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org EME: Judy Kriegel, (706) 869-9781 eme@saintmichaelparishfg.org Altar Servers: Alex Besel altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Lectors: Tom Dean, (706) 860-6946 lectors@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ushers/Greeters:Bill Holt,(706)951-3625 ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Flowers Ministry: Fran Simpson flowers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Welcome Sunday: Gilda Fontimayor welcomesunday@saintmichaelparishfg.org Webmaster: Judy Culver webmaster@saintmichaelparishfg.org Liturgical Schedule: Brian Musha lemuschedule@saintmichaelparishfg.org Hospitality Ministry: Barbara Larson hospitality@saintmichaelparishfg.org Special Events: Elisa Nyiri specialevents@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ministerio Hispano: Hilda Gonzalez ministeriohispano@saintmichaelparishfg.org Pilipino MInisteryo: Elsie Labrador pinoyministeryo@saintmichaelparishfg.org Bulletin Editor: Lola Rivera bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org

MASS IN HONOR OF POW

Designated Offering
22 SEP 13 @ 10AM
There will be a designated offering on October 12-13, 2013 for the Food for the Poor organization. Please know that this offering was requested by our Parish and approved by the Chaplaincy Program Budget Advisory Committee (CPBAC) Fort Gordon. Please, consider to be generous for this cause. Thank you. St. Michaels Financial Advisor, Aldo Calvi.

We ask Active Duty and Retirees to wear their military uniforms at this Mass. you.

Financial Advisor Wanted!

St Michaels Parish Council Executive Board is looking for a parishioner that would like to be our next Financial Advisor. This is a great way to serve your parish! Please contact Lola Rivera if you are interested, or have any questions. plc@saintmichaelparihsfg.org

Celebrating Priesthood Sunday

Join us in celebrating Priesthood Sunday with our priests, showing our gratitude for all they do, at a breakfast in their honor on Sunday November 3rd, 2013 after the 10am Mass. Please contact Elisa Nyiri if you would like to do a special presentation to our Priest. specialevents@saintmichaelparishf.org

MASS SCHEDULE
Monday & Wednesday: 11:30am Tuesday and Friday: 9:30am Saturday: 4:00pm (English) 5:30pm (Spanish) Sunday: 8:30am and 10:00am Eucharistic Exposition following Tuesday Mass until 4pm.

SAINT MICHAELS MISSION STATEMENT

Saint Michaels Catholic Community is a group of Catholic Christians associated with the Armed Forces under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Archdioceses for the Military Services served by the pastoral leadership of our priest(s), deacon(s), and parish staff. The community is dedicated to exemplifying Christian community by proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ through worship, service, and witness to the people of Fort Gordon and surrounding communities.

CONFESSIONS
Saturday: 4:00pm- 4:45pm Sunday: 7:45am-and 9:30am You may also schedule an appointment with the priest for confessions by calling the PLC at 706-791-4829 or plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Beginning on 14th September 2013

Saturdays at 1730

MASS IN SPANISH
GOOD SHEPHERD CHAPEL
We need Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Eucharistic (EME), Altar Servers, Cantors, Musicians, and Ushers. We need Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Eucharistic (EME), Altar Servers, Do you need training? We will facilitate the training session. Cantors, Musicians, and Ushers. Do youHispano: need training? We will facilitate the training session. Ministerio Hilda Gonzalez, (706) 951-5162 ministeriohisMinisterio pano@saintmichaelparishfg.org Hispano: Hilda Gonzalez, (706) 951-5162 ministeriohispano@saintmichaelparishfg.org

St. Michaels Catholic Community Fort Gordon, Georgia

EME and Lectors Training for Spanish Mass on September 11th at 7:30pm at GSC

MINISTRIES NEWS
CWOC- Catholic Women of the Chapel
We would like to invite you to the Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC) Monthly meeting on October 4th at 6pm at Good Shepherd Chapel. Please join us!

Monthly Meeting
UPCOMING EVENTS Faith Study: 7 Deadly Sins, 7 Lively Virtues If you would like to part take in our Faith Study group this year we are having a two sessions. Monday morning at 9:30 at the RE Complex, building 13 and on Thursday evening at 6:30 at the Good Shepherd Chapel. Please contact Andrea Perez to sign-up or for more information. New Book Club! CWOC will be starting a Book Club this year. We will be starting in September but a time, place and date is to be determined. Please contact Andrea Perez for more information and to sign-up. COLLECTIONS FOR CSS: The CWOC will be collecting hygiene products this year for Catholic Social Services. There will be a marked plastic tub in the activity room for donations. Please know that our next meeting will be on Tuesday October 8, 2013 in Bldg. 13 at 1830. The Council will be hosting a Second degree exemplification in conjunction with the monthly meeting. The degree is scheduled to start at 1830 and should last about an hour. So, the social hour will be at 1930 aprox, and the meeting at 2000 aprox. The attire for those attending or observing the degree should be coat and tie. Please contact the Grand Knight Jim Redmond if you have any questions at: knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Knights of Columbus Website

The Knights Website is updated with new links to Supreme, GA ST Council, Fr. McGivney Guild and St Michael's Parish Web page. Brother Bill Best continues to improve our Site and its capabilities. You can now make a donation to our Council Charities online. Note Donations to our Council Charities are not Tax Deductible per IRS Rules. You may visit the new website at http://www.kofc14773.org/

Altar Servers Training!!!

There are Altar Servers training sessions on Saturdays at 3pm, before English Mass. Current and new altar servers are required to attend this training. For more information, please contact the Altar Servers Coordinator, Alex Besel at (706) 855-9275 or altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Choir Rehearsal Info

We have a new practice schedule. Please mark your calendars: English Choir half hour before Mass. Spanish Choir Wednesdays at 7pm at our chapel. Singers and musicians are welcomed! Contact Sonia Rivera at (706) 627-0637 or send her an email at music@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Food Drive Continues

Thanks to everyone for you generous donations (500 Lbs) 40 Items for Lent. Our Food Drive continues because Sister Janet always needs help for the less fortunate of our community. Please continue to be generous.

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Would you like to Donate Flowers for a Special Intention?

You can donate flowers for a special intention, such as, in memory of the death of a loved one, or in celebration of your wedding anniversary, or birthday. Please, contact the Flowers Ministry Coordinator Fran Simpson for more information @ flowersministry@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Ushers Needed
We are in need of several ushers for each of our Mass services (Sat. 5:pm, Sun. 8:30am and 10am). This is a great opportunity to serve your parish. Please contact the Ushers Coordinator Bill Holt if you are interested or need more information (706) 951-3625 or
ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Families Wanted
Our Parish is looking for families who would like to bring up the gifts at each mass. Please contact Bill Holt if you are interested or need more information (706) 951-3625 or ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Altar Servers Needed

Our Parish is looking for adult or children who would like to serve as altar servers at the 5pm Mass. Please contact Lola Rivera.

St. Michaels Day will be celebrated on September 29th, the actual feast day, after the 10am Mass. More information to come in upcoming bulletins!!! We need your help to have a successful celebration. If you sing, dance, are a comedian, or have any other talent, this is your chance to share your talent with your Parish. Please contact Elisa Nyiri if you would like to sign up for the entertainment part of the day specialevents@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Side-Dishes and Desserts Needed!!

The Parish will provide meats and drinks for St. Michaels Day. However, we ask our parishioners to bring side dishes and/or desserts. The sign up sheets are located on the kitchens counter in the activity room. Please, take a few minutes to sign up to-day. Thank you.

We are recruiting new volunteers for the different on Mondays ministries that we have in our parish. Contact the 6:30pm-7:30pm Parish Life Coordinator if you are interested in Facilitated by serving our community. There are many open opFr Joseph and DCN Kelley portunities some of them are listed in page 5. Sign up today via email at Please, contact Lola Rivera if you are interested at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org or (706) 791-4829.

Book Club Discussion

Volunteer Today!!!

Welcome Sunday
We will celebrate Welcome Sunday on October 27th after the 10am Mass. Join us for breakfast as we welcome the new families and single soldiers. Please, contact the Welcome Sunday Coordinator Gilda Fontimayor for more information, at welcomesunday@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Military Archdiocese Website

Do you need to request a baptism certificate? First Communion certificate? You may inquire any sacramental information you may need at http://www.milarch.org

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Spanish Mass Needs Volunteers

The new Spanish Mass that is scheduled to begin in mid September requires the help of volunteers. We need choir members, lectors, extraordinary ministers of Eucharist, and ushers. If you are planning to attend this Spanish Mass, we encourage you to sign up to serve at this masses. We will provide training to those volunteers who need it. Please, contact Hilda Gonzalez to sign up for the ministry that you are interested in participating by calling (706) 951-5162 or via email at ministeriohispano@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Thank you in advance for your interest. ATTENTION FACEBOOK USERS

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YOUTH MINISTRY news

YOUTH MASS
Next Sunday On Sep 15th We are resuming on Sept 15th! At 11:30am Building 13th. Food is provided. We will see you there.
Youth are encouraged to do the readings, serve as ushers, sing in the choir, and present the gifts during Mass. Please contact the Youth Ministry Coordinator if you are interested in participating. We have choir practice on Wednesday at 7:45pm in our chapel. Contact us if you have any questions at cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org

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Catechists Needed
We are in need of several Catechists and substitute teachers to help with the CCD program, Pre-K through High School. We need a talented person to teach Kindergarten. Co-Teachers and assistants are needed too!! Please contact Kim Besel if you are interested @ recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Starting in October, the Youth Ministry will meet weekly. More information to come in the upcoming weeks. Check our website regularly.

How to Become a member of St. Michael CYM

If you are interested in becoming a member of one of the most important ministry at our parish, you are in the right place! St. Michaels CYM is one of the most important ministries in our parish. Our mission is to help our youth learn what it means to live in loving community. The Youth ministry provides youth a glimpse of what it means to be loved unconditionally. We want to help you to Uncover your Spiritual Gifts such as mission, prayer, teaching healing and hospitality. Join us and enjoy a welcoming, safe, comfortable, and experiential environment. Our values includes, among others, the following: growing and connecting in our knowledge of the Scriptures, growing and connecting in our relationship with each other, growing and connecting in our relationship with God through music, art, prayer, meditation, His Word, and experience, and serving one another, God, and the local and global communities. Dont miss this opportunity to grow in your faith and have fun! All in one! For more information in how to become a member of St. Michaels Youth Ministry, please contact the Laura Pizzi , cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

PRAYER FOR HOLY FATHER POPE FRANCIS I

Let us pray for our New Holy Father, the Successor of St Peter, Pope Francis I. Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, and my entire will, All I have and call my own. You have given all to me. To you, Lord, I return it. Everything is yours; do with it what you will. Give me only your love and your grace, that is enough for me. Use the suggestion box located in the hallway to nominate yourself or another candidate for any of the positions (President, Vice-President, Secretary and Financial Advisor). Thank you.

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Mike Rivera, Sep 16th

Are you celebrating your wedding anniversary soon? Send us an email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Are you celebrating your b-day soon? Send us an email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

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If the answer is NO, please contact the PLC today and request to be included in our parish emailing list plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

~~~~~~~~~~~~~ RELIGIOUS EDUCATION spotlight news

ADULTS PROGRAMS Coffee and Theology
Coffee and Theology is a religious education for adults that meet on Sundays at 11:30am at the RSO Bld. 29601. Contact Tom Dean (706) 8606946 if you have any question.

Bible Study
St. Michaels Bible Study is on Tuesdays at 7:30pm in the activity room. We are studying a Bible Study on the Books of Hebrews. Contact Tom Dean.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Classes

RCIA provides a forum for shared spiritual growth and a means to explore the Catholic Faith through Sacred Scripture & Traditions Liturgy and Prayer The Sacraments The Parish Community Individual Sponsorship Within RCIA as it is sometimes called men and women in all stages of their faith journey and from all backgrounds come together in a non-threatening and non-pressured atmosphere to learn more about the Catholic Church. Join us on Sundays at 11:30am at the Religious Support Office Conference Room

CCD Upcoming Events

The following are a few important things to remember: There is a Bible Study for parents while their children are attending CCD. The class is facilitated by Mr. Jason Burris. Please contact the RE Coordinator to know more about this class and how to register. Religious Education will be accepting Registrations in the fellowship room after all Masses on August 23/24. 1st Communion and Confirmation candidates should bring copies of their Baptismal Certificate and First Communion Certificate (for Confirmandi). Please continue to pray for the success of St. Michaels Religious Education program! Our children's' success is your success!

HELP NEEDED!!! The Religious Education program at St. Michaels is in need of substitute teachers and teachers aides. Please contact the RE Coordinators at recoordinator@saintmichaelparish.org if you are interested in being a substitute or aide. Need directions to get to the RE Center? We are here to help you. Please contact us at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

RECEIVING SACRAMENTS THIS YEAR? Parents with students enrolling in Sacramental classes, First Holy Communion and Confirmation, will need the students sacramental records, for example, Baptismal Certificate for First Holy Communion and both certificates for Confirmation candidates.

IMPORTANT
All families registering for religious education should also be registered as parishioners at Saint Michaels. Please see Mrs. Lola Rivera, the Parish Life Coordinator to register in the parish. Registration forms can be downloaded from our website: www.saintmichaelparishfg.org

CCD continues this Sunday

CCD Registration
CCD registration is open throughout the year. Please know that in order to receive the Holy Sacrament of First Communion or Confirmation, children need to attend Religious Education as required. Contact the RE Coordinator Adriana Gramer if you have questions.

A CCD Teacher Needed

The Religious Education (RE) program is in need of a volunteer to teach 1st Grade. If you are interested in helping pass on the faith to our children please contact the RE Coordinator at (706) 855-9275. or
recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Religious Education Coordinator Office Hours

The Religious Education Coordinator is available to meet with parents for enrolling their children and answer questions and concerns at the RE Center, building 9th, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 12pm.

If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, and one of you says to them, "Go in peace; keep warm and eat your fill", and yet you do not supply their bodily needs, what is the good of that? So faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead. James 2:15-17

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

- September 25 - November 3, 2013

AUGUSTA VIGIL LOCATION Planned Parenthood 1289 Broad Street Augusta, Georgia Augusta Contact: Joel Presley at goodshepherdsc@gmail.com

Vision and mission 40 Days for Life is a focused pro-life campaign with a vision to access Gods power through prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil to end abortion. The mission of the campaign is to bring together the body of Christ in a spirit of unity during a focused 40 day campaign of prayer, fasting, and peaceful activism, with the purpose of repentance, to seek Gods favor to turn hearts and minds from a c ulture of death to a culture of life, thus bringing an end to abortion.

The 40 Days for Life campaign

40 Days for Life is a community-based campaign that draws attention to the evil of abortion through the use of a three-point program: Prayer and fasting Peaceful vigil Community outreach 40 Days for Life takes a determined, peaceful approach to showing local communities the consequences of abortion in their own neighborhoods, for their own friends and families. It puts into action a desire to cooperate with God in the carrying out of His plan for the end of abortion. The 40-day campaign tracks Biblical history, where God used 40-day periods to transform individuals, communities ... and the entire world. From Noah in the flood to Moses on the mountain to the disciples after Christ's resurrection, it is clear that God sees the transformative value of His people accepting and meeting a 40-day challenge.

Reservations are required for lunch and must be made by October 11. Call 706-791-1950

OCTOBER 19, 2013 FORT GORDON DARLING HALL CHAMBERLAIN AVE. BUILDING 33720

Movie Review
The Living Rosary Needs Your Help
The 24th Annual Living Rosary will take place on Sunday, October 6, 2013, at 6:45 p.m. We are looking for 20 Team Leaders from area Catholic organizations, churches and schools to commit by organizing 11 team members to participate in the Living Rosary. For information on getting involved in this event, please contact CWOC or Knights of Columbus to sign up! We need parishioners for two decades. cwoc@saintmichaelparishfg.org knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

The Spectacular Now

By John McAleer Catholic News Service NEW YORK (CNS) -- "Teen Alcoholics in Love" would be a more accurate title for "The Spectacular Now" (A24), a coming-of-age saga that paints a disturbing picture of high-school life in small-town America. Based on the novel by Tim Tharp and directed by James Ponsoldt (who tackled another drinking theme in 2012's "Smashed"), the film -- a familiar story of good girl meets popular but flawed guy -- takes an indifferent stance toward a multitude of sins as it charts the romance between these attracted opposites. Over the course of much angst, the audience wonders whether she will redeem him before he has the chance to corrupt her. High school has never seemed so complicated. Sutter (Miles Teller) is the most popular senior in school, with not a care in the world. He prefers to live - and party -- in the moment (the "now" which he finds "spectacular"), rather than accept any responsibility or plan for his future, let alone graduate. His fecklessness repels his longtime girlfriend Cassidy (Brie Larson), who has the good sense to want more out of life. Sutter is also an alcoholic, forever sipping from a cup of "soda" fortified with booze from his hip flask, drifting through each day in a drunken fog. Worse still, everyone around him seems to be aware of his problem, but excuses his addiction because of his sunny personality. After an all-night bender, Sutter is found, unconscious, on a stranger's front lawn by Aimee (Shailene Woodley), who thinks he's dead. Prince Charming awakens, however, and Aimee is besotted. Aimee has never had a boyfriend, yet the Big Man on Campus has just landed in her lap. Aimee, a dreamer who longs for companionship, ignores all the red-flag signals that should tell her to flee. Sutter leads her on but is also intrigued by her goodness. Both of them come from troubled backgrounds, but Aimee works to support her widowed mom, while Sutter is consistently enabled by his mother, divorced nurse Sara (Jennifer Jason Leigh). Over tutoring sessions and rolls in the hay, Aimee plans their future together, while Sutter buys her a flask. Fortunately, Aimee keeps her wits (if not her sobriety), and gently encourages Sutter to mend his selfish ways. First, Sutter must confront the past, and his absent father (Kyle Chandler). Sara has done everything in her power to prevent contact, and for good reason. For Dad is revealed to be a grown-up version of his son, a drunk and drifter, life of the local bar and not interested in anyone but himself. This should be an epiphany for Sutter, but "The Spectacular Now" has more drama in store, including an ambiguous ending. The movie inhabits an irritating judgment-free zone, which works only so long Aimee is sober and able to keep a grip on the moral compass. The film contains underage drinking, nongraphic, nonmarital, possibly underage sexual activity and occasional profane and crude language. The Catholic News Service classification is L -- limited adult audience, films whose problematic content many adults would find troubling.
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Volunteers Workshop Re-Scheduled for Fall

Due to the lately added parish ministers to our parish, as well as, the new parish council members and contractors, we have decided to postpone our September Workshop for Volunteers and Ministers to this Fall to help new volunteers to become closer to our mission and vision. Date and time of the workshop will be announced. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please, contact Lola Rivera if you have any questions at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Welcome New Ministries and Ministers

Help us congratulate the new St. Michaels ministries: Ministerio Hispano (Hispanic Ministry) and Pilipino Ministeryo (Filipino Ministry). With these two additions, new parishioners would have it easier to meet other parishioners within their culture. Below is the contact information for each ministry. MINISTERIO HISPANO (HISPANIC MINISTRY) POC: Hilda Gonzalez (706) 951-5162, ministeriohispano@saintmichaelparishfg.org PILIPINO MINISTERYO (FILIPINO MINISTRY) POC: Elsie Labrador (706) 267-5463 pinoyministeryo@saintmichaelparishfg.org

FY13 Designated Offerings (First Quarter)

The following is a list of designated offering for the first quarter of FY13. 1. Holiday Food Voucher - OCT . (Mandated Post-Wide D.O.) 2. Food for the Poor, Inc. 12-13 OCT . (Catholic) 3. Catholic Social Services 27-28-30 NOV and 1 DEC 4. Augusta Care Pregnancy Center IN DEC (This designated offering will replace the Gideons International designated offering).

FACILITY SCHEDULING POLICY

Chapel facility can be requested for religious activities and services within our parish. Requests need to be in written in the official form and submitted via the PLC to avoid scheduling issues. - Submit requests at least two weeks in advance. - Forms can be found for your convenience in the inbox located in the Catholic Office. - You may deposit your PO request in the PLC mailbox at anytime. - Priority for chapel usage is as follows: 1. Religious/Worship Services 2. Memorial/Funeral Services 3. Other Religious Services/Events 4. Weddings/Baptisms 5. Unit Specific Activities Requesters Responsibilities Requester is responsible for setup for the event and tear down at end of event. All needed supplies will be provided by the requester (group). No food, drink, gum tobacco products, alcohol, weapons, etc will be brought into the Sanctuary Ensure the used facility is clean after usage (clean coffee pot, pick up all trash, vacuumed, turn off ALL lights and lock ALL doors.

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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MEMORIAL CELEBRATION

Friday, September 27, 2013 Join us in celebrating the life of our parishs co -patron saint. Mass will be at 6:30 p.m. followed by candle light catered dinner in St. Francis Hall. Tickets are $5.00 per person Wine available at $1.00 per glass. Please RSVP to church office at 706-7224944 or sign-up in the book located in the narthex.

Divorced? Separated? Catholic? Now What!

Are you a divorced or separated Catholic and wondering "Where do I go from here"? On Sunday September 29th, St. Teresa of Avila Divorce Ministry, Journey of Hope, will begin another 11 week " Divorce Survival" Session. This series offers hope and healing, whether you have been divorced for years or weeks. It offers answers and guidance to the divorced/separated through an emotional healing and the power of forgiveness, and into a more vibrant relationship with Christ and the Church. A series of DVD presentations from "The Catholics Divorce Survival" by Rose Sweet addresses such important issues as Finding the Right Direction, Getting Through your Anger, Learring to Forgive, Dealing with Family, The church's teaching on Annulment,(It's not a Catholic Divorce), Handling Money Wisely and more. The DVD presentations are given by noted Catholic professionals and clergy. The healing power of Christ through His Church and the Sacraments will relate to your heartache and lead you to hope. This is not a therapy group, but is guided by trained peer facilitators who have similar life experiences and are willing to share their time and talent to help others. The Catholic Church welcomes you with open loving arms. This 11 week session will begin on Sept. 29. We meet on Sunday afternoons from 1:45-3:45 in the large conference room. All participants must register in advance to facilitate purchasing books. The cost is $20. For more information please contact Sharon at smparr@gmail.com, 706860-2977 or Eliel at Lima2434@Comcast.net. 706-733-4862. Scholarships and Childcare is available.

Save the Date!!

Mark your calendars for the 4th Annual Clergy and Religious Appreciation Dinner, an "Italian Night", on Sunday October 27, 2013!! Social Hour from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, Dinner 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM @ St Mary on the Hill School Cafeteria - Tickets $30.00 per person, will be available soon. Our guest speaker will be Bishop Emeritus J. Kevin Boland. Great food, great entertainment, and most of all, a great evening to show our appreciation for our priests, deacons and religious that serve the Augusta Deanery - If you would like to lend a hand to make this a great evening, please contact us via email stjohnvianneyvocationsmin.ad@ gmail.com. VENDORS/CHILI EXPERTS NEEDED! Fall Harvest Carnival with pumpkin carving contest, a chili cookoff, best costume contest, food, games, face painting, inflatables, and much more. Date: Saturday, October 19, 10am-1pm Location: Immaculate Conception Catholic School, 811 Telfair Street, Augusta, GA-Corner 8th/Telfair Sts. Sponsored by: Church of the Most Holy Trinity & Immaculate Conception Catholic School Vendors Needed: $25 per table Chili Cookoff Contestants: $5 Who to attend the carnival: ages 1-100! Contact: School office-706.722.9964 Website: icaugusta.org Join us for a family day of fun.

Augusta Annual LifeChain

Saturday, October 5th, 2013 2-3:30pm At intersection of Walton Way Ext & Pleasant Home Rd. Signs will be provided Come & show your support f or the unborn All are welcome! Call Alleluia Community 706-7981882, or Gary Garner 706-793-8090

Marriage Preparation Retreat

The next Engaged Couples weekend will be here at the Church of the Most Holy Trinity in St. Francis Hall, October 25th & 26th. The Friday session will begin at 6:30 pm with registration and light refreshments. The Saturday session will begin at 8:30 am. Lunch will be included on Saturday. This certification is required to get married in the Catholic Church. For more information or to register, please call the parish office at 706-722-4944.

ST TERESAS INTERNATIONAL FOOD TASTE

On Oct 4th, St Teresa of Avila is having an international Food tasting Gala between 6 and 9pm. Everybody is invited to share excellent food for a very low fee and great fellowship to bring us all closer together.

Immaculate Conception Foundation, INC.

We are pleased to announce that we have established a foundation for the Immaculate Conception Catholic School, the parish school of the Church of the Most Holy Trinity. If you would like to donate stocks, securities, etc., we are able to accept them also. For more information or make a donation please contact our principal, Mrs. Allison Palfy, at principal@icaugusta.org or 706.722.9964.

The Order has expanded the Knights of Columbus Essay Contest to all Catholic students in public, private or parochial schools in grades 8,9,10,11 and 12 during the current school year. The contest has also been expanded to go through the different levels of competition to the international level. The theme of the essay contest is The Importance of Religious Freedom. The contest opens the doors of young minds, enabling the entrants to be creative, thoughtful and introspective in their work. The 2012 National winner received $300. As Catholics we are called to participate in the political life of our country. This can be difficult at times because our beliefs are often misunderstood and unpopular. Also, laws and regulations from our governments can be contrary to our beliefs and threaten to force us to violate our conscience. Discuss the challenges we face in this area, the importance of religious freedom, and the idea of the Catholic in the public square. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the contest. Participants are required to furnish written parental consent. For entry forms and additional information contact: Timothy McCarthy at 706-831-1104. The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1,843,587 million members in over 14,000 local councils. The 2012 contribution record includes donations of more than $167.5 million to charity and the volunteering by members of more than 70 million hours of service.

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NOTE: TV MASSES, LIVE OR RECORDED DO NOT FULFILL OUR SUNDAY DUTY, BUT THEY ARE A GREAT WAY TO HEAR THE WORD OF GOD. FEEL FREE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS.

We are looking for a parishioner who would like to live stream or just record the Saturday 5pm Mass. If you are interested, please, contact Mrs. Lola Rivera at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org or 706-791-4829 or 443-2231125. Thank you.

Prayer for Vocations

Join us as we pray for Vocations, priesthood, deaconate and Religious Life. O God, Father of all Mercies, Provider of a bountiful Harvest, send Your Graces upon those You have called to gather the fruits of Your labor; preserve and strengthen them in their lifelong service of you. Open the hearts of Your children that they may discern Your Holy Will; inspire in them a love and desire to surrender themselves to serving others in the name of Your son, Jesus Christ. Teach all Your faithful to follow their respective paths in life guided by Your Divine Word and Truth. Through the intercession of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary, all the Angels, and Saints, humbly hear our prayers and grant Your Church's needs, through Christ, our Lord.

ST MICHAELS FOR LIFE ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Rachels Vineyard Ministry
If you have feelings of grief, anxiety, guilt, depression, emotional or spiritual problems due to a past abortion know that you are not alone. The Rachels Vineyard Ministry is here to help with professional counseling, Post Abortion Healing Retreats and emotional support. This ministry provides retreats several times/year. For additional information in upcoming retreats to our area, please contact Stephanie May 912-201-4059 scmay@diosav.org. Complete confidentiality will be honored at all times.

Pro-Life Mass & Rosary

For your information, there is a Mass the first Saturday of each month at Saint Mary on the Hill, 9:15 am followed by a Pro-Life Rosary at Preferred Health Center right after (approximately 10:15am). This activity is NOT organized by our parish, but you are invited to participate to support the Right to Life.

Abortion Alternatives
Birthright of Augusta (706) 733-LOVE Augusta Care Pregnancy Center (706) 724-3733

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Recruiting New Volunteers There are many ways to help your community within the parish. Demonstrate Gods love by volunteering some of
your time. The following are some of the many volunteer opportunities for you. Contact the Parish Life Coordinator if you have questions or need further information. plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

VOLUNTEERS COORDINATOR (volunteer position)

St. Michaels Parish at Fort Gordon is looking for a dedicated, hardworking person, sensitive to the ways God calls and equips people for mission in daily life, to help the members of our congregation grow in both spirituality and in participation. Positive communication skills, including both quality listening skills and comfort with cold-calling, are a necessity! Ability to maintain open and often communication with parish volunteers. Duties will include, but are not limited to: - Establish and maintain relationships with congregation members and community organizations to assist the congregation in accomplishing its missional responsibilities. - Create and maintain databases of congregational member information such as skills and interests. Such databases may include some or all software such as Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Publisher. - Establish and oversee recruitment procedures to meet specific group needs for activities and functions of volunteers. - Evaluate the work of volunteers to ensure that work is of appropriate quality and that resources are used effectively. - Assist in the assimilation process of new members. Work with the Parish Life Coordinator to acknowledge, recognize, and support volunteers as well as recommend new directions for ministry. - Help connect members with existing ministries and programs within the congregation. - Report questions, comments, or concerns regularly to the Parish Life Coordinator. - Other duties as assigned by the Pastor and/or Parish Life Coordinator or as deemed necessary. Questions? Please contact the PLC, plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Care Ministry Coordinator and Volunteers

We are looking for a volunteer to coordinate the Care Ministry and several volunteers who would like to help those parishioners in need. This ministry assists parishioners who are sick at home or hospital. The ministry coordinator is responsible for coordinating visits in consultation with the senior pastor and PLC. The coordinator will be willing to visit parishioners who request this assistance, share the Word of God and prayer with them, and offer Holy Communion at the time of visit. If this is your call, or you need further information, please contact us at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Adult Altar Servers Wanted We are looking for adult altar servers to assist at Mass, especially at Saturday 5pm and Sunday 8:30am masses. Please, contact Alex Besel if you are interested in becoming an altar server. This is a great opportunity to serve our Lord. altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Evangelization Coordinator We are looking for volunteers to coordinate the Evangelization ministry. Please, contact Lola Rivera if you are interested in coordinating this ministry, or if you need more information at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

DATE 9/21/2013

TIME 4:00

LECTOR M. Corbett B. Musha

EME J. Strellner G. Strellner D. Besel G. Cody A. David M. Palo L. Pizzi C. Redmond

USHER USHER NEEDED E. Greenwood R. Ruiz K. Simmons J. Hurley C. Quezaire J. Redmond I. Rodriguez

9/22/2013

8:30

J. Kriegel M. Carrington

Welcome Sunday

10:00

T. Dean J. David

Please, contact your coordinator with at least 48 hours in advance if you are unable to serve at the mass that you are schedule. Lectors: Tom Dean (706) 860-6946 or lectors@saintmichaelparishfg.org Extraordinary Ministers: Judy Kriegel (706) 869-9781 or eme@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ushers: Bill Holt (706) 951-3625 or ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org You may contact the Liturgy Schedule Coordinator if you have any questions or concerns about schedule at Brian Musha @ lemuschedule@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Thank you for your cooperation.

PLCs Office Hours

The Parish Life Coordinator is available to assist you with registrations, Sacramental inquires, PO requests, and any other needs via phone, and email when needed. Parish office hours are from Monday thru Friday from 9am-1pm. Parish office hours may change due to meetings or other duties with no notice. If you need immediate assistance, please contact the PLC (706) 791-4829 or (443) 223-1125, plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Pastoral Visitations
There is simply no place more appropriate than the home for pastors to interact with their parishioners in a personal manner. And this holds true whether such interaction is for the purpose of leading a person to Christ, reclaiming a lost soul, or offering support and guidance. For this reason, our Pastor, Father Joseph would like to start Pastoral Visitations to give parishioners the opportunity of meeting and knowing him. He would like to visit parishioners homes twice a week, so if you are interested in receiving the special visit of our Pastor, please contact the PLC Lola Rivera to schedule a Pastoral visitation @ (706) 791-4829, or plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Father Joseph is looking forward to visit your home, talk and pray with you and your family in earnestness and humility.

Matrimony
Arrangements for marriage preparation should be made at least six months in advance of the proposed date. If there has been a prior marriage that has not been annulled by the Catholic Church, more time may be required. Participation in a marriage preparation workshop/program is required. Initially, all requests of information should be directed to the Catholic Pastor at (267) 243-5861.

Confessions
Private confessions at St. Michaels are available for you before Mass on Saturdays 4pm and Sundays at 8am in the confessional box located in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, but also face-to-face and by appointment at your convenience. Confessions are available in Spanish when Father Joseph celebrates mass.

New to our Parish?

Please take a minute and fill out our registration form. You can find these forms in the counter located in the social room. You may give the form to the Parish Life Coordinator, or to the chaplain assistant on duty. You can also download the form from our website if this is more convenient for you, and send it to plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Welcome!

Baptism
In order to receive Baptism, parent(s) must be registered and attending Mass. Dates and times of Baptism can ONLY be set after registering for Pre-Baptism class, and talking with a Priest. Baptism and preparation for Baptism must be arranged 30 days in advance. Contact the PLC if you need assistance.

Adoration on Wednesday
Join us for adoration this coming Wednesday at 6:30pm. We meet every week to spend and dedicate an hour in Eucharistic Adoration. This is a great way to increase your faith and help you with your prayer life.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

The RCIA program is the process through which interested adults and older children are gradually introduced to the Roman Catholic doctrine and way of life. Contact Kelley Culver if you need assistance at rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org .

Pastoral Counseling
Anyone wishing to see the Catholic Pastor for religious counseling issues may contact our Pastor. All requests of information should be directed
to Father Joseph at (267) 243-5861.

Anointing of the Sick

If you are in need of this sacrament, or if you are going to be hospitalized, please contact Father Joseph (267) 243-5861

Wedding Anniversary & Marriage Vow Renewal

Send us an email if you are celebrating your wedding anniversary next month. We also encourage you to let us know if you would like to renew your marriage vows at Mass, at least two weeks in advance. Requests can be submitted at: plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Writing Checks: When writing checks for our weekend collections, please make sure you write the check to CTOF (Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund) Also remember , if you write a check $250 or above, you may ask for a receipt from the chaplain assistant.

Change of Address or Moving?

Please advise the Parish Life Coordinator when you have any change of address or telephone number, or if you are moving away.

Parish Council Meeting

St. Michaels Parish Council Meeting will be on Tuesday October 1st. The meeting will be at Good Shepherd Chapel (GSC), social room at 5:30 pm.

Mass Intentions
If you would like to offer a Mass for the repose of the soul of a loved one, or any other intention, you are encouraged to use one of our Mass cards from the bulletin board located in the hallway next to the Sacristy. You can also send it to the PLC via email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Pastoral Council
(COL) JEFF LEPAK, PRESIDENT president@saintmichaelparishfg.org HERMAN GONZALEZ, VICE-P vicepresident@saintmichaelparishfg.org JOANN CAPOZZOLI, SECRETARY secretary@saintmichaelparishfg.org ALDO CALVI, FINANCIAL ADVISOR financialadvisor@saintmichaelparishfg.org

You must ask God to give you power to fight against the sin of pride which is your greatest enemy the root of all that is evil, and the failure of all that is good. For God resists the proud. St Vincent of Paul

PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY

Please remember in your prayers all those who are deployed, their families and friends during their deployments. If your loved one is one of them, or you know any deployed military personnel send us his or her name, so we can include it in our daily prayers. Send your prayer request to prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ire Ann Tirador CW3 James Omer Cote SrA James Varner SFC Nathan Varner

PRAY FOR EXPECTANT MOTHERS

Please pray for our expectant mothers and their babies. If you are a member of St. Michaels Parish and expecting a baby, or have a friend or relative who is a expecting a baby, please send us her name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Tazmine Valentin

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host by the Divine Power of God -thrust into hell, Satan and all the evil spirits, who roam throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Lisa (Capozzoli) Billings PRAY FOR THE SICK

Please pray for our sick and their families. If you know of any parishioner who is sick or is hospitalized, please send us the name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org

LITURGICAL LIFE
Weekend Masses Saturday 17:00 Sunday 08:30 & 10:00 Daily Mass Mon & Wed 11:30 Mon-Friday DDEAMC 11:45 Reconciliation Saturday 16:00 Sunday 07:45 Rosary Saturday 16:30 Sunday 08:00 Communion (Sick/ Homebound): Father Joseph Lea Weddings Contact PLC Baptisms Contact PLC Liturgy Deacon Dave Kriegel Adoration Wednesday 18:30 Religious Education (RE) Sunday 11:30 Children (REC) off RCIA (RSO)

Lt/Col Karl Strellner Bonnie Cartwright (child) Ian Lange (3 month-old) Asha Reji

Bea Nikoi John Bacon Izzy Rodriguez Cathy Musha Edsel J.F

Anita Smith Dinah Guilfoyle Georgia Foster Marj Spitek Maria Colon

Deborah Garcia Fidelis Henn Carol Rodriguez Angela Blancos

PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF SOUL

Please remember in your prayers those brothers and sisters who departed with the hope of eternal life. Please send us the name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org Sydney Jackson (1 month Anniv.) Antonia Caro-Baena (3 year Anniv) Florence Best (11 year Anniv.) Audrey Musha

Lilia Paule

Contracts Available within our Parish

Catholic Youth Ministry Director. The Youth Ministry Director shall serve as the Youth Ministry leader for the Fort Gordon Catholic population providing vision and coordination for the parishs efforts in ministry to young people from 6th through 12th grades. Requirements included: Masters degree, being a Catholic in good standing and have received Confirmation, at least three years of experience in working with youth, and a letter of recommendation from his/her pastor. NOTE: This contract is not public yet. Parish Life Coordinator (PLC). The PLC shall oversee the general operations of the Parish Life Office. He/she performs in support of the senior Catholic Chaplain and the Catholic Pastoral Advisory Council. The incumbent serves as a resource to the Senior Pastor, parishioners and staff, and is responsible for administrative tasks. The PLC is a person of faith, and an active/practicing Catholic registered in the military parish that is committed to Gospel values. Deadline to apply is 10 September 2013. For additional information, and receive a SOW, please contact MAJ Randal Robison (706) 7915750. *** These contracts period is Oct 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014. OCT 12-13

Bulletin Announcements
Please know that all weekend announcements should be sent Saturday by 5pm to bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Announcements received after the deadline might not be announced.

Pulpit Announcements
Please know that all weekend announcements should be sent by Friday noon to plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Catholic Radio
You can listen live Catholic programs that will be featured on Saint Paul Radio by going to their website: saintpaulradio.org.

Stewardship
Attendance: 401 Offering: $1,933.24
Thank You

September 2013
Sun 1 NO CCD Class NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA Mon 2 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm Tue 3 Parish Council, 5:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 10 KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 17 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 24 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm Wed 4 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 11 9/11 Special Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm 18 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 5 Thu Fri 6 Daily Mass, 9:30am CWOC Monthly Meeting, 6pm 7 Sat

8 CCD Class, 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 15 CATECHECICAL
SUNDAY

9 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

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13 Daily Mass, 9:30am

14 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 21 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm

CCD Class, 8:30am Youth Mass, 10am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 22 POW/MIA Special Mass, 10am CCD Class, 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 29 ST MICHAELS NO CCD Class, NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA

16 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

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20 Daily Mass, 9:30am CWOC Coffee Night

23 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

25 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

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27 Daily Mass, 9:30am

28 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm

30 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

Celebration at Gordon Club

October 2013
Sun Mon Tue
1 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Parish Council, 5:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 6 CCD Class, 8:30am Parish Council Installation & contractors, 10am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 13 FOOD for POOR CCD Classes, 8:30am NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA 7 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 8 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 15 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 22 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 29 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

Wed
2 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Spanish Choir 7pm 3

Thu

Fri
4 Daily Mass, 9:30am CWOC Monthly Meeting, 6pm

Sat
5 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm

9 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Spanish Choir 7pm

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11 Daily Mass, 9:30am

12 FOOD for POOR Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm

14 COLUMBUS DAY Book Club, 6:30pm

16 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Spanish Choir 7pm

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18 Daily Mass, 9:30am

19 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm

20 CCD Class, 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

21 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

23 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Spanish Choir 7pm

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25 Daily Mass, 9:30am

26 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm

27 WELCOME SUNDAY CCD Class, 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

28 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

30 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Spanish Choir 7pm

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