Sunday Bulletin

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

5:00 p.m. = Karl Ackerman

6:30 a.m. = Martha Bron

5:00 p.m. = George Lennon

Dear Friends in Christ,

The 8^th Annual Festival of the Americas---with an International Flair-- was a big success last Sunday. I have been here for the last 3 festivals, and each year the festival gets better and better and more people come to enjoy the day. As usual, the food was delicious and the entertainment diverse and delightful. The Irish dancers, Mexican Folklorico dancers, Mediterranean dancers, and Scottish dancer all wowed the crowd. Our own Knights of Columbus Choir opened the festival with some rousing songs, little Ashley Mandanos stole the show with her big, booming beautiful voice, and Sergio Gil’s songs took me back to the plaza in front of the Cathedral in Guadalajara where the marachis serenade the crowds with their deep, baritone voices. Thanks to Art Valdez who did such a fine job as the festival chairman and to the Hispanic Council who helped organize this grand event: Yolanda Castillo de Garcia (president), Pablo Ramos (vice-president), Jesus Elizondo (treasurer), Maribel Landa (secretary), and Roberto Zarate (historian). Many thanks to those who made the food and manned the food and drink booths and all who helped set-up and clean-up. One snapshot from last Sunday still burns brightly in my memory. The young Irish dancers took a break from their energetic performance to teach several Hispanic girls how to do the high-stepping Irish dance numbers. Two worlds, two cultures, were united by their love of music and dancing. Sr. Ana Eva, who began this festival in 1996 with the goal of building solidarity among the many different cultures in our parish, must have been smiling down from heaven to see that little dance instruction. The theme of the Festival was very appropriate to the day: "One Bread, One Body, One Lord of All."

Don’t forget about the parish wide meeting this Monday night at 7 p.m. when the 5-year plan will be presented. Also, RENEW sign-up continues after all Masses this weekend, plus there is Open House for the Meerschaert Youth Room after all Masses as well. The new youth room is located next to far N.W. entrance to our parish facilities and has been decorated an rearranged nicely for youth activities.

Next Sunday at 10 a.m. Mass there will be a special ritual at Mass for our Confirmation I students who are beginning a 2-year journey of study and reflection in preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. After 10 a.m. Mass next Sunday will be the blessing of our nursery---come see the new nursery and visit with the director of our nursery, Lori Kelley. Also, next Sunday at 4 p.m. will be a workshop for all current lectors and those interested in this ministry, and then at 6:30 p.m. a workshop for greeters and those interested in being greeters.

Below are the totals from the St. Gregory University Scholarship collection, as well as the total collected for hurricane assistance last weekend and the income from the Festival of the Americas. Thanks to all of you who continue to so generously support the many works of our parish and the wider Church.

In the peace of Christ,

Rev. Joseph A. Jacobi

Parish Support $20,560.30 256,605.85

Bldg. For Mill. (Debt) 901.00 11,748.75

Children's Envelopes (42) 47.41 521.39

TOTAL COLLECTED 21,508.71 268,875.99

If you have a love for God and a heart for students, then you can become a great youth worker! That's all it takes to start!

Here is a list of the types of leaders we're looking for:

Senior citizens College students

Introverts Mechanics

Young married Single parents

Musicians Accountants

Bowlers Mature Christians

Bikers Computer nerds

New Catholics Athletes

Parents Entrepreneurs

Ex-cheerleaders Busy people

Artists Cooks

Old marrieds Administrators

If you fit into one or more of these categories (or a category of your own), then join our youth ministry team! Your life will never be the same!

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

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS - Come to learn about the Catholic Christian Way of Life from holy water to transubstantiation. Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Meeting Rooms 2/3.

- Religious Education for children in grades K-8 of our parish who do not attend St. Eugene School began Wednesday, September 8. Parents may still register their child(ren) in the vestibule on Wednesday evening when they bring their child(ren) to church. Parents please bring your child(ren) to the church no later than 6:30 p.m., and pick up your child(ren) in the school no later than 8:00 p.m. Thank you for your cooperation.

"Jesus loves us and wants to use us to reveal the transforming power of the gospel to others."

- A catechist is urgently needed for Confirmation I class on Sunday morning. Catechists and Catechist helpers are also needed for Special Sacramental Preparation classes which begin October 3. If you can help, please call Karen Bernardy, 751-7115, ext. 116.

- First Penance Parents' Meeting for children in the 2nd grade only, Wednesday, October 6, 7:00 p.m.

Renew 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 September18/19. Everyone needs a spot in a small community of faith - and there is a spot for everyone.

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

The St. Eugene Athletic Commission will hold its annual Octoberfest on Saturday, September 25^th (yes, September), after 5:00 p.m. Mass. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids. For that you get wonderful homemade bratwurst and other goodies. There will be a magician, clown and moonwalk for the kids, and some fun theme baskets to bid on. Come and join us for the only Athletic Commission fund-raiser of the year. The OU and OSU football teams are both off that week, so there's no reason not to attend. See you on the 25^th!

LIFE TEEN: Sunday, September 19. Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by "Brick House."

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 TODAY if you are planning to attend. Deposit of $100 is due September 24.

Ski Keystone! This Spring Break, join St. Eugene and St. Monica's youth for 3 fabulous days (and evenings) of skiing in Keystone, Colorado. Cost: approximately $425. Deposit of $100 due September 24.

Fountains at Canterbury visit, Tuesday, September 21, 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. (there will not be the regularly scheduled youth meeting on this day). Call the Youth Office to sing up.

8^th grade youth will not meet Thursday, September 21, (you may attend with the 7^th grade on Wednesday, September 22).

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

at the Myriad Gardens Water Stage, Sunday, October 10, "Our Soles for Their Souls". Check-in, 1:00 p.m., walk, 2:00 p.m. For more information, call Birth Choice of Oklahoma, 632-5541.

The flowers for the sanctuary during September are being provided in part through gifts received from Al and Ellen Knebel in celebration of their wedding anniversary (Sept. 12), Mr. and Mrs. Randy Miller in memory of Tony Miller; Marty Kinney in memory of Judy Kinney; Andrea Garcia in memory of her father Hugo Martinez and Betty and Owen Modeland in memory of their daughter Jan Modeland.

At today's mass, you will hear how Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City continues to help those in need. As the 2004 Annual Appeal begins this weekend, you are asked to "Lift Up the Human Spirit." This year's goal is 1.7 million dollars.

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, Robert Mabe, Beverly Reeve, Randy Conner, Betty Modeland, Cliff Poeling, Joyce Goodall, Hans Brisch, Sally Collins, David Lawalin , Patty Keeley and John Highley.

Grieving the loss of a love one? Sometimes talking with a group helps. Polly Keenan, RN, Parish Nurse, and Deirdré Hite, Parish Counselor, are looking at the possibility of starting The Grief Support Group this fall. If you are interested, please call Polly, 751-7115, ext. 169, or Deirdré, ext. 122.

Divorce can seem to shatter your entire life. The Divorce Rebuilding Group can help! Deirdré Hite, Parish Counselor, will be starting The Divorce Rebuilding Group in October. If you are interested, call Deirdré, 751-7115, ext. 122.

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

"What's-Up?" - Every first Monday of each month, 7:00 p.m. in St. Eugene's Meeting Room 1, we get together and plan the activities for the following month.

"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 Carino'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.

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

N.W. 10 and May Ave., OKC

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

• We enjoyed a Spring Brunch at The Greens and now we'll go to Quail Creek Country Club for brunch on September 26, 11:30 a.m. Call Irene Alsobrook, 752-6065 or Ellen Knebel, 751-7162, for reservations.
• Anyone with reservations for the Etruscan Treasures Exhibit at St. Gregory's, please meet on the east parking lot on September 22, 8:15 a.m.

ST. MARY'S GUILD will meet Tuesday, September 21, 12:00 noon, Meeting Room 1 at St. Eugene's. Visitors will be welcomed by members who look forward to supporting International Service as the commission effort for the year. Lunch at a nearby restaurant will follow the business meeting. For more information, call Ethel Riggs, Chairman, 751-4648.