Sunday Bulletin

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

5:00 p.m. = George Lennon

6:30 a.m. = Thomas W. Clapper

5:00 p.m. = Helen Reschar

The 5-year Plan was presented to the leaders of our parish ministries and to the members of major parish boards/committees on Thursday, September 16^th, and then at a parish-wide gathering last Monday evening the 20^th. The Planning Committee has put in many hours since January to finalize the 5-year plan, and they did an excellent job presenting this plan at these meetings. Please thank the members of this committee for their good work: Mirtala Aaron, Mike Carr, Steve Chastain, Dawn Cowan, Cathy Ditmars, Phil Easlon, Rafael Elias, Doug Fuller (vice-chair), Greg Main (chair), Teresa Marianos (secretary), Pat Maye, and Jeff Robinson. The entire 5-year Plan document will be on our website very soon and hard copies of this plan are available in the parish office upon request. There also will be a trailer on our website of the live presentation with information on the availability of videotapes/DVD’s of the live presentation done on September 20^th. The main recommendation of the 5-year plan is the need to build a new church. During the next month I will assemble a Building Committee to work on putting together an actual design for a new church. More on the new church process in the near future.

Over the next several weekends we will be focusing on our annual Stewardship Renewal. You should receive by mail later this coming week or early next week the materials for this renewal, including a ministry catalogue and a commitment card. A Ministry Fair will take place in the gym after all the Masses on October 2-3. Representatives of our parish ministries will have information available about their ministry and be on hand to answer questions.

Workshops for Liturgical Ministers will take during the next week. More ushers are needed, especially at the 10 a.m. Mass, so

come Sun., Oct. 3^rd, at 6:30 p.m. if you would like to be an usher.

If you have not yet made a pledge to support the good work of Catholic Charities, please take a pledge envelope from the counter at the entryway and do so. You can return your pledge envelope to the parish office or drop it in the regular Sunday collection. There are also brochures available next to the envelopes explaining the ministries of Catholic Charities and how the funds are allocated.

Work has progressed at a good pace this week on our cry room and women’s restroom and hopefully both of these will be available for use this weekend. The lights for the gathering area arrive this week and then work can be completed in that space.

I will be going to Chicago on Monday morning for the annual board meeting of the National Federation of Priests’ Councils. I represent the priests in the dioceses of our Province (Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Little Rock), which includes all of Oklahoma and Arkansas. My 3-year-term on this national board expired this past spring, but since a priest representative from the Tulsa Diocese has yet to step forward to fill this position, I agreed to stay on the board a while longer. I will be back here Friday afternoon. Fr. Ross will be gone on vacation from Sunday afternoon, September 26^th through Friday, October 15^th. Priests from area parishes will be available during this coming week in the case of an emergency.

Parish Support $19,691.54 276,297.39

Bldg. For Mill. (Debt) 1,472.00 13,220.75

Children's Envelopes (35) 67.19 588.58

TOTAL COLLECTED 21,230.73 290,106.72

IN OKLAHOMA CITY

This store donates clothing and essential household items to the poor regardless of race or creed. All funds help support the work of St. Vincent de Paul in the parishes of the greater Oklahoma City area. But they need your help!

The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store needs volunteer workers!

For more information, please contact Kathy Vance, 917-5999

4515 N.W. 10th, OKC

Rick and Liz Lindsey

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.

COMMISSION FOR JUSTICE AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

The Commission for Justice and Human Development of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is sponsoring a panel presentation, "The Courage of Our Confusions: DOGMA, DOCTRINE OR DAZED?" on Tuesday, September 28, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 N.W. Expressway.

"The Commission hopes that this evening of education and discussion will help us continue to respond to the US Bishops' Call Faithful Citizenship and our participation in our national election process," said Sr. Diane Doorie, Commission Chair. The evening will consist of three 20 minute presentation on "Conscience Formation" by Fr. David Lafferty, "Following God in the Grey" by Deacon Joe Forgue and "Tradition and Authority" by Sr. Diane Koorie, RSM, followed by table talk for discussion and Open Mike for Q & A. For more information call Shirley Cox, Commission Director, 523-3009.

Catholic Charities and the Office of Family Life will present a workshop entitled "Spiritual Gerontology" as we mature our spiritual pace quickens" by Dr. Richard Johnson, a nationally recognized speaker in this field. Such topics as "How to Initiate a Vibrant Senior Adult Ministry", and "The Twelve Keys to Spiritual Vitality in the Senior Years" will be discussed. The conference will be held at the Pastoral Center, October 1, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The cost is $10. For more information or to register, please call 721-8944.

St. Joseph's, Norman, is currently seeking applications for the Director of St. Joseph's Early Childhood Development Center, located at 425 East Tonhawa, Norman. Applicants should have a degree in early childhood development and two years experience. Please submit resume to the Search committee, P.O. Box 1227, Norman, OK 73070. Application deadline is October 5.

"Sunday Brunch" - First Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m., "Denny's", 6201 North May.

"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, 14323 N. MacArthur, 6:30 p.m.

"Tuesday Discussion Group" - October 5 and 19, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Church of the Servant.

"Wednesday Supper Club" - Third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m., "Mimi's Café", 3015 W. Memorial Road.

"Social Hour" - Every Friday of each month, 6:00 p.m. In October will meet at "Nothing but Noodles", 2410 W. Memorial, Suite D.

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

Yukon

Potluck party at Tom Capper's place

State Fairgrounds

St. George Greek Orthodox Church

St. Charles Borromeo Church

For more information, contact Tom Clapper, 751-0415 (h), or 521-5761 (w).

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.

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

The Hispanic Ministry Office of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, invites you and your family to the Annual Thanksgiving Field Mass with Archbishop Beltran at the Markes Farm, Highway 81 north, Waukomis, OK, Sunday, October 4, 3:00 p.m. Following the Mass there will be a Fiesta Latina with lots of Mexican food. Hope to see you there.

Join us for 6 weeks of scripture study and faith sharing. Please call LeAnn Hufnagel, 751-7115, ext. 119 for more information,

ST. PATRICIA'S GUILD will meet Thursday, October 7, 9:30 a.m. at Kil-N-Time Pottery, 12312 N. May Ave., OKC (located in the Homeland Shopping Center). The items are $6 plus the cost of the greenware. Both Halloween and Christmas items will be available for painting. Bring your favorite breakfast food and creative ideas to share, Babysitting is available by calling De Schmidt, 752-1874. If you have questions or need directions, please call Berni Hogsett, 752-9070 or Betsy Fleet, 752-8982.

Thank you for your generous support of the Catholic Charities Appeal. If you haven't already returned your pledge envelope, please do so promptly.

In today's Gospel, Jesus tells the story of the rich man who wore fine linens, and a poor man named Lazarus. When both died, Lazarus was lifted into heaven, whereas the rich man pleads to Abraham to have pity on him.

The Lord reminds us to reach out to the poor, the hungry, the sick, and the lonely. Please join Catholic Charities in "Lifting Up the Human Spirit." You will be blessed for your financial gift and commitment.

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.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: Our pantry needs peanut butter, jelly and crackers, pancake mix and syrup, cereal, pasta and spaghetti sauce, "meal helpers", canned soup, meat, tuna and fruit, toilet paper, soap, toothpaste and diapers. Please bring contributions of any non-perishable staples to the church vestibule.

Renacer es una reunión de comunidades cristianas que se juntan para fortalecer los lazos de amistad basados en los valores cristianos. Para relacionar su experiencia de vida con el evangeliol. Las reuniones serán de medio hora una vez por semana, por 6 semanas.

• Junta para niños de 2o grado solamente que celebrarán la Primera Penitencia, será el miércoles 6 de Octubre a las 7:00 p.m.

CLASES DE BIBLIA

Gracias por su generoso apoyo a la Apelación de Caridades Católicas. Si usted no ha devuelto el sobre con su promesa de donación, por favor hágalo pronto.

En el evangelio de hoy, Jesús cuenta la historia del hombre rico quien vestía ropas finas y del hombre pobre llamado Lázaro. Cuando ambos mueren, Lázaro fue levantado hacia el cielo, mientras que el rico imploraba a Abraham que tuviera misericordia de el. El Señor nos recuerda que hay que alcanzar a los pobres, hambrientos, enfermos y desamparados. Por favor únase a Caridades Católicas a "Levantar el Espíritu Humano." Usted será bendecido por su donación y promesa.

El grupo de oración Justicia, Paz y Caridad, te invita a participar en la reunión para poder entrar en buen combate y conquistar la vida eterna por medio del conocimiento de la Palabra y la oración. Te esperamos este viernes, 1o de Octubre, a las 7:00 p.m. en el salón #2. Hay cuidado de niños.

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

DECEMBER PILGRIMAGE TO INDIA... will be from December 2-14. Five day retreat with Fr. Augustine Munkackatt, VC. Come and experience the spiritual and physical healing through blessing and anointing by Fr. Augustine. We will visit St. Mary's Church, Blessed Sr. Aphonsa, Miraculous Fountain, etc. Cost $2,100 per person, airfare, retreat, meals and lodging. For more information, contact Carolyn, 793-7664 or carolynehli@yahoo.com.

• LIFE TEEN: Sunday, September 26. Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by Life Night in the Meerschaert Youth Room.

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

are a wonderful way to give and receive.

You receive income during your lifetime;

the remainder is your gift to the Church.

Contact Joseph H. Combs, CSA, Executive Director, Catholic Foundation, 721-4115.

6:00 p.m. Octoberfest - Fellowship Hall

10:00 a.m. RCIA Dismissal - Meeting Room 3

11:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts - Altar Society

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

11:30 a.m. Confirmation Sponsor Meeting - School Library

11:30 a.m. Confirmation I & II - School

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

4:00 p.m. Lectors Training - Church

5:00 p.m. Volleyball – Gym

6:30 p.m. Greeters Training - Church

6:30 p.m. Life-Night for Youth - Meerschaert Room

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

3:00 p.m. Cub Scouts-Bears - Meeting Room 1

6:00 p.m. ESL - School

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

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

7:00 p.m. Renew - Meeting Room 2

8:00 a.m. Men's Ministry - Meeting Room 1

10:00 a.m. Women's Prayer Group - Meeting Room 2

6:00 p.m. Volleyball – Gym

6:00 p.m. Contemporary Choir - Church

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

7:00 p.m. RCIA - Meeting Rooms 2/3

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

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

9:00 a.m. Renew - Meeting Room 2

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

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

6:30 p.m. Renew - School Conference Room

6:30 p.m. CCD - School and Church

7:00 p.m. Hispanic Renew - Hispanic Office

7:00 p.m. Choir - Church

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

6:00 p.m. ESL - School

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

7:00 p.m. Hispanic Renew - Hispanic Office

7:00 p.m. Welcoming Committee - Meeting Room 2

8:15 a.m. Renew - Meeting Room 1

10:00 a.m. RCIA - Meeting Room 2

6:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

6:30 p.m. Hispanic Prayer Group - Meeting Room 2

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

6:00 p.m. Stewardship Fair - Fellowship Hall

8:00 a.m. Stewardship Fair - Fellowship Hall

10:00 a.m. RCIA Dismissal - Meeting Room 3

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

11:30 a.m. Renew - Meeting Room 2

4:00 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers Training - Church

5:00 p.m. Volleyball - Gym

5:30 p.m. Boy Scouts #129 - School Library

5:30 p.m. K. of C. Assembly - Meeting Room 1

6:30 p.m. Ushers Training - Church

6:30 p.m. Life-Night for Youth - Meerschaert Room

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