Sunday Bulletin

August 28-September 5, 2004

SATURDAY, AUGUST 28

1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Psalms 33:12-13,18-21; Matthew 25:14-30

5:00 p.m. = Jean Parks Powers

by Meredith Parks

SUNDAY, AUGUST 29
Sirach 3:17-18,20,28-29; Psalms 68:4-7,10-11; Hebrews 12:18-19,22-24; Luke 14:1,7-14 (#1136)
8:00 a.m. = George Lennon

by Knights of Columbus

10:00 a.m. FOR THE PEOPLE

12:00 p.m. = Frances Benham

by Marilyn Corbett

MONDAY, AUGUST 30
1 Corinthians 2:1-5; Psalms 119:97-102; Luke 4:16-30

6:30 a.m. Family Intentions and Thanksgiving

by Thomas Uzuegbunem

TUESDAY, AUGUST 31
1 Corinthians 2:10-16; Psalms 145:8-14; Luke 4:31-37
6:30 a.m. Betty Modeland

by John and Billie Milligan

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
1 Corinthians 3:1-9; Psalms 33:12-15,20-21; Luke 4:38-44
6:30 a.m. = Johnny W. Coody, Sr.

by Mary Agnes Coody

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
1 Corinthians 3:18-23; Psalms 24:1-6; Luke 5:1-11
8:15 a.m. Judy Fairless

by John and Billie Milligan

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
1 Corinthians 4:1-5; Psalms 37:3-6,27-28,37-40; Luke 5:33-39
6:30 a.m. = Patricia and Steve Kelly

by Kerry Kelly and Mary Frantz

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
1 Corinthians 4:6-15; Psalms 145:17-21; Luke 6:1-5

5:00 p.m. = Teresa Jane Ackerman

by Kit and Bill Winkler

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
Wisdom 9:13-18; Psalms 90:3-6,12-17; Philemon 9:10,12-17; Luke 14:25-33
8:00 a.m. = Isabella Caylen

by Charles Caylen

10:00 a.m. FOR THE PEOPLE

12:00 p.m. = Patsy Rockwood

by Barbara Anderson

** In the Gospel today, Jesus warns us not to give in hopes of repayment, but to give open-handedly to the poor and needy. That sort of giving mirrors the bountiful giving of God, and Jesus assures us it is blessed indeed! **

Dear Padre,

I have some questions about confession. Is it still an obligation to go to confession once a year? Is a general confession when you go to an individual priest after a prayer service?

Tom

Dear Tom,

There is an obligation to confess grave sins at least once a year. If there are no grave sins, then there is no obligation, strictly speaking. It is a common practice to approach the sacrament of reconciliation during Lent. Catholics should develop a habit of receiving the sacrament either weekly, monthly, or yearly. That is a worthy practice. By the way, the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Code of Canon Law refer to reconciliation as the "sacrament of penance".

Reconciliation is meant to be widely available to Catholics. In fact, canon law requires pastors to establish days and times for individual confession. Most parishes still have specific times for confession. In addition, people may make an appointment to celebrate reconciliation. To help make the sacrament more available, parishes often cooperate with one another to bring several priests together to celebrate reconciliation. In this case, parishes offer a penance service with Scripture readings, a brief homily, and examination of conscience followed by individual confession of sins during Advent and Lent. This is not a general confession but is actually a penance service with individual confession of sins.

A general confession is something different. It is a review of the penitent's whole life in the context of the sacrament of penance. It is optional and rarely done. If you have further questions, please consult you parish priest or confessor.

Father Joseph Nolen, C.Ss.R.

SUMMARY OF CONTRIBUTIONS (07-01-04 to 06-30-05)

Week Ending 08/22/2004 Year to Date

Parish Support $25,001.42 197,687.73

Bldg. For Mill. (Debt) 653.00 8,879.25

Children's Envelopes (41) 47.31 328.38

TOTAL COLLECTED 25,701.73 206,895.36

New Church Fund 103.00 1,852.25

School Scholarship 216.00 3,535.20

Envelopes used - 314

RCIA: Weekly classes for those interested in the Catholic Christian way of life will begin Tuesday, September 7, 7:00 p.m. Please call Judi Wilkinson, 751-7115, ext. 115 to enroll.

ABUSE OF MINORS

PASTORAL RESPONSE HOTLINE
(405) 720-9878

For the safety of children and the healing of victims, the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City provides an Abuse of Minors Pastoral Response Hotline. Calls to this number will be answered by the Archdiocesan Assistance Coordinator who will offer to meet with the caller in person, if the caller so desires. Calls are confidential with the following exceptions:

Any allegation of sexual abuse concerning those who currently are minors must be reported to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (800-522-3511) as required by Oklahoma state law and Archdiocesan policy and

Any allegation of sexual misconduct must be shared with the proper Archdiocesan authorities.

R E N E W :

Season V is just around the corner. Plan to continue - or to begin - your RENEW journey in September. The focus for the 6 week small group gatherings is "Renewing for the 21st Century" which is based on Catholic Social Teachings. Sign up weekends for September 11/12 and 18/19. Everyone needs a spot in a small community of faith - and there is a spot for everyone.

Celebrate the beginning of Season V of RENEW with a covered dish dinner at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, September 18. Old-timers, come to share the stories of the joys of belonging to a small community of faith. First-timers, come to enjoy the start of a wonderful part of your faith life.

Religious Education classes for children in grades K-8 of our parish who do not attend St. Eugene School will begin on Wednesday, September 8. Religious Education classes for P3/PK4 will begin on Sunday, September 12, during 10 o'clock Mass.

Enrollment for children in grades P3/PK4 through 8th grade and Confirmation will be on the weekend of August 28/29.

A catechist is called to echo God's word so that others may grow in faith. Catechists and helpers are needed for the Religious Education Program of our Church. For more information, please call Karen Bernardy.

Confirmation I and II classes, will begin on Sunday, September 12. There will be a Parent's Informational Meeting on Wednesday, September 1, 7:00 p.m., Meeting Rooms 2 and 3.

In Psalm 68:4-11, God speaks to our need to be sensitive to the needs of the poor. "God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor. The father of orphans and the defender of widows is God in his holy dwelling." In the past year in your community, the poor, the homeless, the lonely, and the sick, have been helped by Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. As we plan for the Catholic Charities 2004 Annual Appeal to begin in mid-September, let us pray for our own understanding, compassion, generosity, and respect for human life.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

A box for donations to serve the poor through St. Vincent de Paul is located in the rear of the church, above the gift table. If you do not use the regular St. Vincent de Paul envelope, please place your donations in the designated box.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

~ ALL DAY EVERY WEDNESDAY ~

6:30 a.m. Holy Mass

7:00 a.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

12:00-1:00 p.m. Confession*

3:00 p.m. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick*

6:30-8:30 p.m. First Wednesday - JPC Hispanic Prayer S.

8:30 p.m. Evening Prayer and Benediction or

of the Blessed Sacrament

*Confession - also First Wednesday 8:00 - 8:30 p.m.

*Anointing of the Sick - also First Wednesday during Evening Prayer

Children and Youth Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Children of St. Eugene School - during school hours

Children of St. Eugene CCD - 6:40 - 7:00 p.m.

(except First Wednesday of the month)

More information about the Eucharistic Adoration Ministry?

call Barbara Curcio, 755-9163.

Each Tuesday, 1:00 p.m., the ROSARY is recited in the Chapel followed by the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy.

MASS ATTENDANCE - AUGUST 21/22, 2004

5:00 p.m. - 336

8:00 a.m. - 202

10:00 a.m. - 571

12:00 p.m. - 601

TOTAL 1710

Prayer Network - If you have needs or concerns for which you would like your church family to pray, call 751-7115, ext. 554.

ST. PATRICIA'S GUILD will gather Thursday, September 2, 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held in the home of Robin Hopkins, 925 Caines Hill Road, Edmond. Robin will be graciously serving a tea/brunch. So just invite a friend and bring lots of good ideas for the upcoming meetings. Babysitting available by calling De Schmidt for reservations, 752-1874. If you need directions or other information, please contact Berni Hogsett, 752-9070 or Betsy Fleet, 752-8982.

ST. THERESA'S GUILD will be having our meeting at the house of Tresia Miller, 3025 Rock Ridge Ct., OKC, (405)751-1859, Thursday, September 2, 7:00 p.m. Potluck.

ST. ROSE GUILD will meet on September 1, at the home of Mary Lou Clote, 7714 Dorset Drive, 1:00 p.m. This will be our first meeting of the new season and plans will be made for the coming year. Please plan to attend. If you need a ride or have questions, call Eloise, 751-855. New members are welcome.

We are looking for adults to join our youth ministry team! If you love God and have a heart for students, please call the Youth Office immediately! Operators are standing by to take your call...751-7115, ext. 119.

HOPE AFTER ABORTION

Experience the healing love of Jesus Christ on a Rachel's Vineyard weekend retreat. The retreat offers an opportunity to deeply enter into the grieving process and identify the ways your abortion may have affected you. Discussions, spiritual exercises, prayer and reflection are combined with the Sacrament of Reconciliation, a Memorial Service honoring your child and a Mass of Resurrection. Participation is strictly confidential and offers a beautiful opportunity to experience God's love, forgiveness and tender compassion. Both men and women are invited to experience this therapy for the soul. The program is an apostolate of the Catholic Church, but those from other faith backgrounds are welcome to attend. Retreat is October 8-10 beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Friday and concluding on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $75 for materials, lodging and meals. Financial assistance is available. Space is limited. To register or for more information, call Susan, 721-5651, ext. 107, email at susanlepak@yahoo.com or check out www.rachelsvineyard.org.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK at home or in the hospital, especially: Manuel Moran, Tom Fox, John Steltenkamp, John Chyz, Amelia Torres, Pat Reynolds, Leann Bay Carver, Alan Giroux, Johnnie Cravotto, Bob Gilmore, Jan McLemore, Sally Curry, Betty Muller, Keith Anneler, Michael Chronister, Donna Bay, Irene Alsobrook, Edna Gunter, Bernadette Cunningham, Tom Donnelly, Ewart Vaughn, Erick Do, Bill Ray, Judy Fairless, Joyce Elcyzyn, Robert Mabe, Beverly Reeve, Randy Conner, Betty Modeland, Cliff Poeling, Joyce Goodall and Hans Brisch.

ST. EUGENE'S CATHOLIC SINGLE ADULT GROUP - SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE

"Sunday Brunch" - First Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m., "Waffle House", 959 West Memorial.

"What's-Up?" - Every second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 p.m. in St. Eugene's Meeting Room 3, we get together and plan the activities for the following month.

"Tuesday Discussion Group" 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Church of the Servant, 14323 N. MacArthur.

"Last Tuesday of the Month Potluck" - Church of the Servant, 6:30 p.m.

"Wednesday Supper Club" - Third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m., "Johnny Corrino's Country Italian Rest.", 2905 West Memorial.

"Social Hour" - Every Friday of each month, 6:00 p.m. In September will meet at "Taco Bueno", 4221 N.W. 39 St.

SPECIAL EVENTS:

- Monday, September 6, Labor Day Picnic/Potluck, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., at Tom Clapper's, 12104 Camelot Place (751-0415).

- Sunday, September 12, St. Eugene Festival of the Americas, 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

"Super Saturdays" - We usually depart at 11:00 a.m. from St. Eugene's South Parking Lot:

September 4 Arts Festival of Oklahoma

OKC Community College

September 11 Apples and Quilts Celebration

Guthrie, OK

September 18 Holy One's Potluck

St. Francis Catholic Church

September 25 The Great State Fair of Oklahoma

N.W. 10 and May Ave., OKC

For more information, call Tom, 751-0415 or 521-5761.

Knights of Columbus Council 1038 will be holding their annual End of the Summer Cookout Party, September 5, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. All pool members, council members, their friends and families are invited to this cookout. The price for admission to this all-you-can-eat feast will be $7.50 per person, with children under 8 free. The cookout discount cards will not be honored at this cookout. There will be a dunk tank and moonwalk for the children.

AN OUTDOOR RETREAT EXPERIENCE FOR ALL YOUTH

5^th though 12^th Grade

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Camp

October 1-3

Cost $20 per person

Call the Archdiocesan Youth and Young Adult for

registration, 721-9220.

VIGESIMO SEGUNDO DOMINGO EN TIEMPO ORDINARIO

En el Evangelio de hoy, Jesús nos advierte a no dar con esperanzas de ser recompensado, sino darnos con generosidad a las necesidades de los pobres. Ese tipo de ofrenda Dios y Jesús nos aseguran que realmente es bendecida.

ADORACION DEL SANTISIMO SACRAMENTO

6:30 a.m. Santa Misa

7:00 a.m. Exposición del Santísimo Sacramento

12:00 - 1:00 p.m Confesiones*

3:00 p.m. Unción de los Enfermos*

6:30-8:30 p.m. Primer Miércoles - JPC Servicio de Oración

8:30-9:00 p.m. Oración Vespertina y Bendición

*Confesiones - también el primer Miércoles de 8:00 a 8:30 p.m.

Unción de los Enfermos - también el primer Miércoles durante la oración vespertina

Niños y jóvenes de la Escuela de St. Eugene,

durante horas de escuela

Niños de CCD de St. Eugene - 6:40 - 7:00 p.m.

(excepto el primer Miércoles del mes)

EDUCACION RELIGIOSA:

Las clases de Catesismo para niños de nuestra parroquia de Kinder a 8^o grado y que NO asistan a la escuela de San Eugenio, empezarán el Miércoles 8 de Septiembre. Las fechas de registro serán los fines de semana de Agosto 28/29.

Se necesitan catequistas y ayudantes para el programa de catesismo de la iglesia. Si puedes hacerlo por favor llama a Karen Bernardy, 751-7115, ext. 116.

Sesión de Orientación y Entrenamiento de Catequistas, 21 de Agosto, 9:00 a 12:30 p.m. en el salón de juntas #2. Por favor reserva con Karen Bernardy, 751-7115, ext. 116 antes del 19 de Agosto.

Las clases de Confirmación I y II empezarán el 12 de Septiembre. Habrá una junta informativa para los padres el Miércoles 1^o de Septiembre a las 7:00 p.m., en los salones de juntas 2 y 3.

FESTIVAL DE LAS AMERICAS

Domingo, 12 de Septiembre

Las reuniones del Comité del Festival se llevarán a cabo los lunes a las 7:00 p.m. en el salón de juntas #1:

Agosto 30 y

el Martes, Septiembre 7

TODOS ESTAN INVITADOS

Sabes cocinar? Cantar? Bailar? Ayudar con $$?

Para más información llama a Art Valdez, 621-9790.

GRUPO DE ORACION

JUSTICIA PAZ Y CARIDAD

Te invita a participar en la oración en comunidad y al mismo tiempo, a enriquecerte de la palabra de Dios. Ven este viernes 27 de Agosto de 7:00 a 9:00 p.m., al salón #2. Trae a la familia y amigo. Cuidado de niños disponible.

SU ATENCION POR FAVOR:

Se les suplica de la manera más atenta no sacar comida y bebidas del gimnasio cuando se sirva café y pan dulce después de la misa. Favor de no permitir que sus hijos coman en otras areas de la parroquia. GRACIAS.

Para los papás que participan en la Misa y su hijo(a) está llorando, les pedimos los tranquilicen fuera del templo. Asimismo, no permitan que sus hijos esten caminando o corriendo durante la misa. Así colaboramos a que se dé un clima de silencio y respeto en la casa de Dios y TODOS PARTICIPEMOS MEJOR.

INGLES COMO SEGUNDO IDIOMA

Las clases de Inglés empezarán el lunes 13 de septiembre de 6:00 a 8:30 p.m. Si usted quiere aprender Inglés y esta dispuesto a comprometerse dos veces por semana de 3 a 8 meses, por favor llame a la Hermana Carmen, 751-7115, ext. 120 o a Mirtala Aaron, 751-7959

NUMERO DE TELEFONO COMO RESPUESTA PASTORAL

PARA REPORTAR LOS ABUSOS A MENORES DE EDAD

Para la seguridad de los niños y para sanar a las víctimas, la Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City ha establecido un número telefónico como respuesta pastoral para reportar los abusos a menores de edad. Al llamar a este número, obtendrá una respuesta y asistencia por parte del coordinador encargado para estos casos en la Arquidiócesis. Esta persona le ofrecerá entrevistarse en persona, siempre y cuando el denunciante que llame lo desee. Las llamadas son confidenciales, con las siguientes excepciones:

Cualquier alegación de abuso sexual que se haga en perjuicio de un menor de edad debe ser reportado al Departamento de Servicios Humanos mejor conocido como DHS (800-522-3511). La ley del estado de Oklahoma y las normas de la Arquidiócesis así lo requiren.

Cualquier alegación de abuso sexual o conducta inapropiada debe ser compartida con las autoridades de la Arquidiócesis.

SEPTEMBER 6 - LABOR DAY,

ALL FACILITIES WILL BE CLOSED

ESL - English as a Second Language classes will start on Monday, September 13, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Classes limited to 20 students. If you are willing to commit 3 to 8 months of your time twice a week, contact the office of Sister Carmen, 751-7115, ext. 120. You can also contact Mirtala Aaron, 751-7957.

FESTIVAL OF THE AMERICAS

Sunday, September 12

Festival Committee Meetings

Mondays, 7:00 p.m.,

Meeting Room 1

August 30 & Tuesday, September 7

ALL WELCOME

Ideas? Want to help? Cook? Sing?

With a donation?

Art Valdez, 621-9790, Barbara Curcio, 755-9163

YOUTH CALENDAR

SENIOR HIGH

LIFE TEEN Fall Kick-off: Sunday, September 12. Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by Youth Room blessing/dedication, food and fun.

Region X Conference.

Join Catholic Youth from surrounding states for an awesome conference filled with terrific presentations, great music and Christian fellowship, November 19-21 in downtown Oklahoma City. Cost $175. Please contact the Youth Office NOW if you are planning to attend. Deposit of $100 is due September 24.

World Youth Day 2005 in Cologne, Germany, August 2005. High school and college students: Deposit of $100 is now due.

JUNIOR HIGH

Fountains at Canterbury visit, Tuesday, August 31. Call the Youth Office to sign up.

Please call LeAnn Bomhoff, Coordinator of Youth Ministry, 751-7115, ext. 119 for more information.

Benefit Concert for

BISHOP MCGUINNESS HIGH SCHOOL
The OK Chorale Men's Acapella Chorus

will present a Benefit Concert for Bishop McGuinness High School in remembrance of 9/11, Saturday, September 11, 7:00 p.m., also featuring Tone Appetite, Cimarron, and the McGuinness Singers. Tickets are $15 and $10. Proceeds will go to benefit the school's rebuilding program BUILDING FAITH. For tickets, call 848-SING or Paul Sprehe, 840-1461.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

AUGUST 28 - SEPTEMBER 5

Saturday, August 28

3:00 p.m. Private Birthday Party - Fellowship Hall

Sunday, August 29

11:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts - Athletic Commission

11:30 a.m. Adult Education - Meeting Room 2

12:00 p.m. Hispanic Council - Fellowship Hall

5:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

6:00 p.m. K. of C. 1st. Degree - Meeting Rooms

8:00 p.m. Men's Basketball League - Gym

Monday, August 30

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

6:30 p.m. Boy Scouts - School Library

7:00 p.m. Festival/Americas Comm. - Meeting Room 1

Tuesday, August 31

6:15 p.m. SLAA - Meeting Room 1

7:00 p.m. Welcoming Committee - Meeting Room 3

7:30 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul - Meeting Room 1

Wednesday, September 1

7:00 a.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

10:00 a.m. Homebound Euch. Min. - Meeting Room 1

6:00 p.m. Athletics - Fellowship Hall & School Library

7:00 p.m. Confirmation Parents M. - Meeting Room 2 & 3

8:30:p.m. Evening Prayers and Benediction - Chapel

Thursday, September 2

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

6:45 p.m. Knights of Columbus - Meeting Room 3

7:00 p.m. PTO Homeroom Parents - Meeting Room 1

7:00 p.m. School Newcomers - School Library

7:00 p.m. Baptismal Seminar - Meeting Room 2

Friday, September 3

5:00 p.m. Hispanic Marriage Seminar - Meeting Room 3

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

6:30 p.m. SLAA - Meeting Room 1

Saturday, September 4

1:30 p.m. Anniversary Mass - Church

Sunday, September 5

11:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts - PTO

12:00 p.m. Hispanic Council - Fellowship Hall

5:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

8:00 p.m. Men's Basketball League - Gym

LIFE TEEN MASS IS BACK!

Beginning Sunday, September 12, 5:30 p.m.

(Please note change in Mass time)

ALL ARE WELCOME

* Homebound Eucharistic Ministers meeting, Wednesday, September 1, 10:00 a.m., Meeting Room 1. *

Fr. Aaron Pirrera, O.S.B., headmaster of Subiaco Academy, Subiaco, Arkansas, will host an informational gathering for parents and students in the Oklahoma City area on Tuesday, September 7, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The gathering will be held in the home of Mr. & Mrs. Joe Frederick, 1801 Lancaster Circle, Edmond. Subiaco Academy is a Catholic-Benedictine college preparatory residential school for young men in grades 9-12, located in Northwest Arkansas near Fort Smith. For more information about the gathering or for school brochure, please call 1-800-364-7824, or email admissions@subi.org. Or, contact the Frederick's, 751-0192, to RSVP. Visit Subiaco's web site at www.subi.org.