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RCIA…
As we begin the final preparation for reception into the Church for our RCIA and RCIC candidates, we are asking for the prayerful support of the parish for these people. Take some time to know the candidates whose pictures are displayed in St. Paul Plaza and draw a name from the basket. Pray for this person during the Lenten season. We are all called to pray more, to fast and give alms, so we ask that you keep these candidates in prayer. Your prayerful support will mean a great deal to our candidates. God bless you on your Lenten journey. --Sr. Clarinda.
Music Notes
HOSANNA (7TH-12TH GRADE TEEN CHOIR) Rehearsal began Wednesday, March 5th in the St. Cecilia Room 7:00-8:15 pm. Only Six rehearsals to prepare our group to sing for Palm Sunday and Good Friday. Schedule handed out at rehearsal. Please give our group a try!!
Liturgy
LENTEN REGULATIONS The following fasting and abstinence regulations are observed: Abstinence from meat is observed on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all the Fridays of Lent by all Catholics 14 years and older.
Fasting is observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by all Catholics who are 18 years of age but not yet 59. Those bound by this rule may take only one full meal. Two smaller meals may be permitted as necessary to maintain strength according to one's needs.
FRIDAYS IN LENT
Join us on Fridays during Lent:
5:30 pm - Mass (Chapel of the Angels)
6:00 pm - Simple Soup Supper (St. Joseph's Hall)
7:00 pm - Stations of the Cross (Church)
Adoration...
Many prayers have been answered for our Eucharistic adorers. Help with decisions, healthy babies, successful surgeries, return to health, a safe trip and marriage counseling are only some of the many blessings God has bestowed. Urgent help is needed for adorers on Saturday from noon- 1pm and 2-3pm. Please prayerfully consider filling one of these open hours. Call Dorothy at (651) 636-1660 or Jerry at (651) 636-2054.
Adoration Committee Meeting- Tuesday, March 11 at 7PM in the St. Clare meeting room (Rm. 204) . Hourly coordinators are encouraged to attend. Other interested persons are welcome.
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Pastoral Ministry...
A BIG THANK YOU TO THE ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL CHILDREN-As part of Advent this year, they raised $530.00 for the Families Moving Forward program. We were able to use $350.00 of the money to help a Mom and her children move to stable housing. Thanks to all of you children for your generous hearts and giving spirits. This act is our Christianity in action.
FYI- LISTENING TO GOD: GRACE AND INTUITION
Young women seeking God's guidance in life decisions are invited to come together Saturday afternoon, March 15th at St. Jerome convent. Presentations and quiet time will give an opportunity for prayer-Contact Sr. Patricia Tekippe at (651) 695-8124 with questions. Call Anne Marie at St. John's if you would like a brochure. (651) 633-8333.
GROWING THROUGH LOSS continues this week. March 10th "The Grieving Family" Registration 6:45 pm. Presbyterian Church of the Way.
BEFRIENDERS meet Wednesday, March 12th at 7:00 pm.
OPEN DOORS will play volleyball at St. John the Baptist school gym- Arrive at 6:30 pm. Enter at north end of School on 1st Avenue. No regular meeting this month
FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD- Training and Sign up for our next week of hosting Families Moving Forward is tomorrow, Monday, March 10th at 7:00 pm in Room 208.
NURSING HOME SCHEDULE
Tuesday, March 11th
Word/ Comm 11:45 am* Presbyterian Homes
Mass 2:15 am New Brighton Card Center
* note: the time change
Thursday, March 13th
Word/Comm 10:15 am Innsbruck
Word/Comm 7:00 pm St. Anthony
Word/ Comm 7:15 pm Trevilla
Circle of Women...
We welcome women of all ages to share our Thursday morning meeting on March 13, 2003, from 9:15-11:30 am. Our speaker, Mary Ann Herzan will present Lenten Meditation: Give Me Your Heart. Mary Annformed the idea for "David's Heart" ministry in 1980 when the Lord spoke to her in the hospital, "Tell them--it's their hearts that I want." Come join the Circle, and bring a friend…
Child care will be available; suggested donation is $3. Please call Rita 651-639-0291 to register your child. Call Circle of Women Coordinator Ruth Pauly with your questions. (651) 717-0010.
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