St. John the Baptist of New Brighton


	Pastoral Ministry& As a nation, a state, a community, a parish, we have been brought to our knees this past week before a God who speaks love, peace, forgiveness, healing, hope. A God whose arms are big enough to embrace us all. In the days ahead may we not become complacent or vengeful, but pray for God's hand in the healing of a nation& so in need of peace. NEEDED: Volunteers to help at Open Arms the fourth Friday of the month. We pack meals for those homebound because of HIV. Call Anne Marie at 651-633-8333, if you are interested. GROWING THROUGH LOSS SERIES BEGINS Begins this Thursday, September 27 at Roseville Lutheran Church. This series is for anyone experiencing losses of many kinds (death, job, divorce, life transitions), many kinds of life experiences trigger a grieving process. Registration at 6:45 p.m. Program 7 - 9 p.m. Topic: "Realities of the Grief Process: An Overview" Gail Naller, grief counselor, is the presenter. Thursday, October 4, Sr. Joyce Rupp will be speaking at St. Olaf Catholic Church, 7:00 p.m. "Discover and Celebrate Sophia, a lost Biblical treasure." Should be a wonderful evening. Call Ticketworks at 612-343-3390. $12 in advance $15 at the door.

Music Notes&
Earthen Vessels our acoustic folk group, leads music twice monthly at the 4:30 p.m. Mass. Our First rehearsal is Monday, September 24 at 7:15 p.m. We still need more singers and percussion, bass (keyboard or electric), and a synth player (we have the synth). This is a fairly light and highly enjoyable commitment, join us!

HOSANNA the 7-12th grade choir/ensemble is beginning another exciting year! All students who enjoy music are welcome and encouraged to join. Talk to your friends and give it a try! For more information call Mary Anne Bennek at 651-639-1136.

THE ALL NEW "HALLELUJAH" CHORUS
Open to all 3-6th graders of the parish. Our goal is to PRAISE GOD with BEAUTIFUL sounds, learn music within the liturgy, and of course, to have fun! For more information call Mary Anne Bennek at 651-639-1136.

School News&

The Marathon for Nonpublic Education on October 6 is drawing close. The children have been busy raising pledges for a number of projects that are not otherwise in the budget. Parents have spent hours calling throughout the parish asking for help. If you would like to contribute and have not been contacted, please call Sister Gwendolin, principal, at 651-633-1522.

Youth Newz&

Service club meets Wednesday, September 26, 6-9 pm.

7-8th graders are invited to JHL (Jr. High Live) on Wednesday, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Visit with friends, enjoy snacks and pop, play football and more! Bring a friend! There is no charge.

CONFIRMATION ORIENTATION
Sunday, September 30, from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. (after 6:15 Mass). Confirmation students, parents and sponsors are asked to attend. Contact Rick Craig for details at 763-754-7666.

Bulletin Board&
THANK YOU
Our heartfelt appreciation for the sympathy of the parish and especially the support of Fr. Bill, Deacon Joe, the music ministry and Funeral Luncheon Committee following the death of our son & grandson, Christopher Mattis.
Donna & Alan Mattis
Myrtle Duffy

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Those in our community who are ill:

John Battmer, Donald Beaubien, Marcelline Beseler, Leonard Blees, Marcella Boomer, Helen Cmiel, Ann Czech, Louis Czech, Tom Dandurand, Leona Doroff,
Lenore Dougherty, Joe Fellner, Bernadette Hearn, Bernice Hopkins, Henry Horbatuck, Michael Kavanagh, Kevin Keenan, Herb Loscheider, Nancy Mehrer, Rupert Meyer, Irene Mitchell, Corliss Moore, Howard Morris, Donna Murphy, Georgianne Myers, Paul Pojar, Ben Ruebbelke, Dennis Ryan, Richard St. Germain, Sr., Dan Sebesta, Mary Shea,
Bob Sorem, Frances Vonacek, Mildred Werner, Patty Wirth, Linda Zappa, Ed & Eleanor Stich.

The families and souls of those who recently have died:
John Thoeny


	PRAYER LINE Call one of these numbers with your prayer requests. All requests are confidential. 651-633-1618 763-784-5254 651-636-5251

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