Mass Intentions July 19 – 23, 2011

-Weekly Collection-

WELCOME!!

St. Margaret of Scotland Parish welcomes all parishioners and visitors. To become a permanent member please fill out a Parish Membership Form, located in the vestibule of the church and drop it in the collection basket.

Altar Flowers!

The flowers on the altar for this weekend’s Masses have been offered in memory of †Marilyn McCarron offered by friends of the Greg & Kay Trattles family.

Please Pray

Please pray for the repose of the soul of †Marilyn McCarron, mother of our parishioner Kay Trattles.

Pizza with the Padre

Chicago Pizzeria and Pub, located on County Road 20 ∙ across from Wolf Bay Lodge and owned by parishioners, Dan & Kim Neven will be the location for a gathering of fellowship mixed with “Pub Theology.” Please join us Wednesday, July 27. Fellowship will begin at 5:30pm until…A brief presentation will be offered by Father Zoghby at 6:30pm. You can enjoy dinner before, during and after the presentation. This month;

Question & Answer w/Father Zoghby ∙
Father will answer your questions about the Catholic Faith.

Bring your friends and neighbors for a great time!

You can now find our Mass Schedule, Sunday Bulletin, Prayer Updates, Event Reminders, parish news, updates and an occasional message from Father Zoghby on our Facebook page ∙ www.facebook.com/SaintMargaretofScotland. Please visit us and make sure to click on our Like button. You can also post a comment on our “Wall.”

CCD ∙ Sign-up

CCD, Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, is the education of our Faith for our young people, Kindergarten through Eighth grade, CCD classes at St. Margaret of Scotland will begin on:

Sunday, August 14 at 9:15am in the Father Bede Center.

Classes will continue to May 2012. All parents are asked to attend this first class with their children. Please register your children on the sign-up sheet located in the vestibule of the church beginning next weekend.

We are endeavoring to begin a group consisting of Spanish and English speaking families from St. Margaret of Scotland to build multi-cultural relationships while enjoying fun filled, family friendly activities. The group – F² (F – Squared) will meet monthly at various locations. Everyone is welcome! Please sign up in the vestibule if you’re interested in being a part of this group. Be sure to indicate which day and time works best for your family to join in on the fun! The First Family Fun Night (date/time TBA after signup sheet responses): will be a “Meet, Greet, & Eat” at Father Bede Center. Everyone will be asked to bring a potluck dish. The church will provide drinks, plates, utensils, etc. There will be activities for all ages! Please consider joining in on what will surely be an enriching and fun group to be part of.

Dress with Modesty and Dignity

In order to show our Lord that we have deep respect for the Real Presence of His Body and Blood in the Eucharist, we dress with dignity. God has given us the greatest gift, His Son, and in return it is appropriate to present ourselves in proper clothes that are modest as a sign of reverence and respect for this gift.

Book Study with Father Zoghby

This Thursday, July 21 the Book Study group will meet in the Parish Hall at 9:15am. If you signed up for this study group please pick up your study questions from the vestibule this weekend.

Church Open ∙ Summer Hours

The church is open every Tuesday – Saturday, 8am-6pm.

Do you want to - Grow in love with Christ?
Do you want to - Take Spiritual leadership in your family?
Do you want to - Appreciate more deeply your Catholic Faith?

Come to the meeting of The Men of St. Joseph in our parish on Tuesday ∙ July 26 from 6:30-7:30am in the church nursery. Please join us!

Volunteers Needed ∙ Family Promises

Orange Beach Presbyterian needs our help. They are scheduled to host families from July 10–23. Both Friday nights are covered and maybe Saturday nights but they are very short on volunteers for all of the other nights. Please come to their aid if you can. Please call their coordinator, JJ at 251-423-7754 or email her at rebelred73@gmail.com.

We are pleased to welcome Dana Overton, who will be leading our CYO. Dana is a life-long member of St. Margaret Parish and participated in our CYO when she was in High School. The CYO, Catholic Youth Organization, are our young people from 7th thru 12th Grade. The group meets to help further their spiritual growth, to provide service projects for our parish community and to socialize with other teens over meals and fun & game events. The CYO will meet Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30pm in the Father Bede Center for dinner and an organizational meeting to plan events for 2010-11. If your child is going into the 7th thru 12th grades this year please make sure they attend this very important meeting.

This program is designed to help anyone buy enough food for a family of four for $30 a week. To order each month, a person prepays two weeks before the order is received. Food stamps, cash and checks are accepted. Catholic Social Services in Robertsdale is our local Angel Food Ministries distribution point. If you are interested call CSS at 947-2381 or visit www.angelfoodministries.com. For more info or a current menu please take a flyer available in the vestibule of the church. Onsite orders are due by Friday, July 22. You can order online until Sunday, July 24.

Mass Intentions July 12 – 16, 2011

-Weekly Collection-

Birthday Luncheons

The Ladies of St. Margaret are sponsoring “Birthday Luncheons” throughout the Summer months for all those ladies who are celebrating a birthday that month. July’s Birthday Luncheon will be on Wednesday ∙ July 13, 1pm at Jessie’s in Magnolia Springs. Please call Joyce Gaar at 965-7146 if you plan to attend.

Spanish Class

Due to the overwhelming response to the Spanish Class we are moving the class start date to Tuesday, August 16 at 6pm in the Parish Hall. This will allow the teachers to better prepare for this class.

Dan Lord ∙ Book of Revelations

Please join us and guest speaker, Dan Lord who will offer a wonderful hour long presentation on the Book of Revelations. This presentation will be this Wednesday, July 13 at 6:30pm in the Father Bede Center. Please make plans to attend.

CCD ∙ Sign-up

CCD, Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, is the education of our Faith for our young people, Kindergarten through Eighth grade, CCD classes at St. Margaret of Scotland will begin on Sunday, August 14 at 9:15am in the Father Bede Center. Classes will continue to May 2012. All parents are asked to attend this first class with their children. Please register your children on the sign-up sheet located in the vestibule of the church beginning next weekend.

You can now find our Mass Schedule, Sunday Bulletin, Prayer Updates, Event Reminders, parish news, updates and an occasional message from Father Zoghby on our Facebook page ∙ www.facebook.com/SaintMargaretofScotland. Please visit us and make sure to click on our Like button. You can also post a comment on our “Wall.”

We are pleased to welcome Dana Overton, who will be leading our CYO. Dana is a life-long member of St. Margaret Parish and participated in our CYO when she was in High School. The CYO, Catholic Youth Organization, are our young people from 7th thru 12th Grade. The group meets to help further their spiritual growth, to provide service projects for our parish community and to socialize with other teens over meals and fun & game events. The CYO will meet Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30pm in the Father Bede Center for dinner and an organizational meeting to plan events for 2010-11. If your child is going into the 7th thru 12th grades this year please make sure they attend this very important meeting.

Book Study with Father Zoghby

This Thursday, July 14 the Book Study group will meet in the Parish Hall at 9:15am. If you signed up for this study group please pick up your study questions from the vestibule this weekend.

Parish Pictorial Directories

The new Pictorial Directories are in. If you had your picture taken last year for the directory you may pick your copy up this weekend. You will find a copy with your name on it in the vestibule of the church. If you did not have your picture taken for the directory and would like one, extras are available for parishioners in the parish office. We have a very limited number of extra directories, so please take only one per parishioner family.

Pizza with the Padre

Chicago Pizzeria and Pub, located on County Road 20 ∙ across from Wolf Bay Lodge and owned by parishioners, Dan & Kim Neven will be the location for a gathering of fellowship mixed with “Pub Theology.” Please join us Wednesday, July 27. Fellowship will begin at 5:30pm until…A brief presentation will be offered by Father Zoghby at 6:30pm. You can enjoy dinner before, during and after the presentation. This month;

Question & Answer w/Father Zoghby ∙
Father will answer your questions about the Catholic Faith.

Bring your friends and neighbors for a great time!

Do you want to - Grow in love with Christ?
Do you want to - Take Spiritual leadership in your family?
Do you want to - Appreciate more deeply your Catholic Faith?

Come to the meeting of The Men of St. Joseph in our parish on Tuesday ∙ July 12 from 6:30-7:30am in the Father Bede Center. Please join us!

We are endeavoring to begin a group consisting of Spanish and English speaking families from St. Margaret of Scotland to build multi-cultural relationships while enjoying fun filled, family friendly activities. The group – F² (F – Squared) will meet monthly at various locations. Everyone is welcome! Please sign up in the vestibule if you’re interested in being a part of this group. Be sure to indicate which day and time works best for your family to join in on the fun! The First Family Fun Night (date/time TBA after signup sheet responses): will be a “Meet, Greet, & Eat” at Father Bede Center. Everyone will be asked to bring a potluck dish. The church will provide drinks, plates, utensils, etc. There will be activities for all ages! Please consider joining in on what will surely be an enriching and fun group to be part of.

This program is designed to help anyone buy enough food for a family of four for $30 a week. To order each month, a person prepays two weeks before the order is received. Food stamps, cash and checks are accepted. Catholic Social Services in Robertsdale is our local Angel Food Ministries distribution point. If you are interested call CSS at 947-2381 or visit www.angelfoodministries.com. For more info or a current menu please take a flyer available in the vestibule of the church. Onsite orders are due by Friday, July 22. You can order online until Sunday, July 24.

Help Wanted ∙ St. Benedict Catholic School

St. Benedict Catholic School, our parish school, is currently seeking certified teachers for fifth grade and middle school language arts. Please contact the school at 986-8143 if you are interested in serving in this instructional ministry.

Help Wanted ∙ CSS

Catholic Social Services in Robertsdale is seeking a full time case manager. Prefer bi-lingual, Spanish/English. Prefer BSW and some experience or three years direct experience working with the poor providing emergency aid. Resumes only to Catholic Social Services, PO Box 870, Robertsdale, AL 36567.

Volunteers Needed ∙ Family Promises

Orange Beach Presbyterian needs our help. They are scheduled to host families from July 10–23. Both Friday nights are covered and maybe Saturday nights but they are very short on volunteers for all of the other nights. Please come to their aid if you can. Please call their coordinator, JJ at 251-423-7754 or email her at rebelred73@gmail.com.

Membership Blitz

Members of our parish Knights of Columbus council will be present before and after next weekend’s Masses to speak to the men of our parish about joining the KofC. The KofC is the largest fraternal organization in the Catholic Church. We are proud of them especially for the work that the Knights do to promote the sanctity of human life. Men of our parish, please see the Knights in the vestibule this weekend.

Marriage Encounter

Worldwide Marriage Encounter … sometimes the thing we really need is to get away from the rest of the world for a couple of days and just focus on each other. Worldwide Marriage Encounter can provide the structure and the unobtrusive “tour guides” you need for a getaway adventure. The next weekend will be held at Pensacola Beach on August 26-28. Register early at 850-994-9637, email wwmeregister@mchsi.com or you can visit: http://www.wwme-section5.org/register.php

Church Open ∙ Summer Hours

The church is open every Tuesday – Saturday, 8am-6pm. Please make time to visit the Lord.

Silence in the Church?

When entering or leaving church please observe silence. If you want to talk to your fellow parishioners please whisper one line – “I’ll meet you in the vestibule.”

Mass Intentions June 28 – July 2, 2011

-Weekly Collection-

Please Pray

Please pray for the repose of the soul of our parishioner Frank Mulheran.

Pizza with the Padre

Chicago Pizzeria and Pub, located on County Road 20 across from Wolf Bay Lodge and owned by parishioners, Dan & Kim Neven will be the location for a gathering of fellowship mixed with “Pub Theology.” Please join us Wednesday, June 29. Fellowship will begin at 5:30pm until…A brief presentation will be offered by Father Zoghby at 6:30pm. You can enjoy dinner before, during and after the presentation. This month’s topic will be; Everything you need to know about Saints Peter and Paul & Rome. Bring your friends and neighbors for a great time!

Book Study with Father Zoghby

On Thursdays, beginning July 7, following the 8:30am Mass (about 9:15am) in the Father Bede Center Father Zoghby will lead a “Book Study” on a book entitled – He Leadeth Me by Servant of God, Fr. Walter J. Ciszek, S.J. Fr. Ciszek was an American Jesuit working in Europe during WWII and was imprisoned in Russia from 1941-1963, both in solitary confinement and in Siberian slave labor camps. What sustained Fr. Ciszek was “Divine Providence.” We will study a chapter or two a week from this book and discuss the spiritual themes Fr. Ciszek offers.

Parish Pictorial Directories

The new Pictorial Directories are in. If you had your picture taken last year for the directory you may pick your copy up this weekend. You will find a copy with your name on it in the vestibule of the church. If you did not have your picture taken for the directory and would like one, extras are available for parishioners. We have a very limited number of extra directories, so please take only one per parishioner family.

Happy Anniversary Father Zoghby

This Sunday, June 26 is the 18th Anniversary of Father Zoghby’s Ordination as a Priest of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you, Father, and thank you for all you have given to us and for the guidance you continue to offer us as we journey together ever closer to God’s heavenly kingdom. Please know that we love you and we pray for you…”By Name” every day.

Catholic Social Services Food Pantry

June is St. Margaret of Scotland’s month to stock the Food Pantry at Catholic Social Services.They are in need of:

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL THANKS!!!

Our hearts are filled with immense gratitude to all who served so beautifully our children at Vacation Bible School this past week. It was a fantastic week for our children to learn about our Faith and to enjoy each other’s company. This could not have been possible without the assistance of our Director, Karen Storozuk, all of our teachers, those who served food, those who assisted with music and all who put their hand to the plow to assist God’s children to come to know, love and serve Him more deeply. We had nearly 60 children each evening. God bless you all in abundance for all you did to make Vacation Bible School 2011 such a huge success.

Do you want to - Grow in love with Christ?
Do you want to - Take Spiritual leadership in your family?
Do you want to - Appreciate more deeply your Catholic Faith?

Come to the meeting of The Men of St. Joseph in our parish on Tuesday ∙ June 28 from 6:30-7:30am in the Father Bede Center. Meetings will continue every Tuesday at this time. Please join us!.

Abortion Loss ∙ Unresolved Grief Seminar

An Abortion Loss and Unresolved Grief Seminar will be held on Tuesdays, July 19, 26 & August 2 from 6-9pm at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Fairhope. Did you know that almost half of women and men in the US over the age of 40 have experienced an abortion? This powerful educational seminar will approach the psychological and spiritual impact of abortion. Please register your name and contact info with the Respect Life Office at bburgess@cssmobile.org or 251-434-1550.

This program is designed to help anyone buy enough food for a family of four for $30 a week. To order each month, a person prepays two weeks before the order is received. Food stamps, cash and checks are accepted. Catholic Social Services in Robertsdale is our local Angel Food Ministries distribution point. If you are interested call CSS at 947-2381 or visit www.angelfoodministries.com. For more info or a current menu please take a flyer available in the vestibule of the church. Onsite orders are due by Friday, July 22. You can order online until Sunday, July 24.

LAY CARMELITE COMMUNITY

For centuries Christians have lived in communities and focused on particular ways of spirituality. (Carmelite, Benedictine, Franciscan, Dominican…etc.) A tradition of spirituality is a path to holiness; a path that has proven to be reliable. The Carmelite tradition is such a path in existence for over 800 years. Lay members of Carmel have been called to live out the charism of the Carmelite Order in the world of the every day. Carmelite lay communities are comprised of both men and women on their lifes’ journey following the Christ of the Gospels. Do you have the desire to deepen your prayer life and to live intimately in love with Jesus? If your answer is YES please call Mary Anne Gingras at 943-6338 to find out more about joining this beautiful contemplative community.

Get caught listening!!
www.wngl1410am.com

St. Margaret Fellowship Cruise

The “Norwegian Spirit” will leave New Orleans on Sunday, February 5 and will return on Sunday, February 12. The ship will sail for seven nights making ports of call in Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatan (Honduras) and Cozumel. To book your reservation:

1. Call Norwegian Cruise Lines toll-free at 1-866-625-1165
2. Give the agent St. Margaret’s Booking #2090037
3. Have NCL email Doreen doreenv@centurytel.net your info.

All reservations MUST be made by June 30.
For more info call our “Cruise Masters” – Doreen ∙ 943-7650 or Carol ∙ 955-2124.

Please, Silence in the Church

Respectful silence in our church gives glory to the sovereign God of love. When entering or leaving church please observe silence. If you want to talk to your fellow parishioners please whisper one line

“I’ll meet you in the vestibule.”

Mass Intentions March 15-19, 2011

-Weekly Collection-

Lenten Reflection

The CYO, the young people of our parish, has been changed to
April 10th at 2:00 p.m. at the Father Bede Center. We will enjoy refreshments together followed by a Lenten talk offered by Father Zoghby. The afternoon will continue in the church with a chance for peaceful reflection and prayer in the presence of our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament. All of our teenagers in Grades 8-12 are asked and encouraged to attend. If you plan to attend or for more info please call Father Zoghby at 943-3528.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Every Friday during Lent, beginning at 5:30pm, we will have Stations of the Cross followed by Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament.

CONFESSIONS

During Lent confessions will be heard: Saturdays – 4-4:45pm. Father will continue to hear confessions 30 minutes before every Mass.

“THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU”

We will have extra confessions in our parish every Wednesday during Lent beginning March 16 for one hour after the Eucharistic Healing Service. (Approximately 6:15 – 7:15pm) Monsignor Hay will be present these Wednesdays of Lent to celebrate this Sacrament of God’s mercy before, during and after Mass..

LENTEN ABSTINENCE AND FASTING

All Catholics 14 years and older must abstain from meat on the Fridays of Lent. All Catholics 14-60 years of age must abstain from meat and fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The definition of a fast is no eating between meals. One may partake of one large meal and two smaller meals that would not equal the one larger meal. Obviously one may choose to eat less if one wishes.

LENT FISH FRY

The KofC will be offering their Lenten Fish Fry at St. Bart’s Benedictine Hall in Elberta on Fridays, Mar 25 Apr 1, 8 & 15 from 5-7:30pm. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. The menu will include Fried or Baked Tilapia, Various Sides Desserts, Coffee & Tea

Lay
Carmelite Community

For centuries Christians have lived in communities and focused on particular ways of spirituality. (Carmelite, Benedictine, Franciscan, etc.) A tradition of spirituality is a path to holiness; a path that has proven to be reliable. The Carmelite tradition is such a path in existence for over 800 years. Lay members of Carmel have been called to live out the charism of the Carmelite Order in the world of the every day. Carmelite lay communities are comprised of both men and women on their lifes’ journey following the Christ of the Gospels. DO you have the desire to deepen your prayer life and to live intimately in love with Jesus? You are invited to hear about Carmelite Spirituality as lived by Lay Carmelites. On Saturday, March 26th at St. Margaret of Scotland Church there will be an information meeting. The meeting will follow the 8:30 a.m. Mass and will be held in the Bede Center. Contact Barbara McGonigle at (251) 228-2303 or Mary Anne Gingras at (251) 943-6338 for more information.

Coping With Suffering & Loss

Our parishioner, Dr. John Runda, professor of sociology, will offer a three part series on how to deal with life’s sufferings and the pain of loss. Dr. Runda comes with a wealth of teaching and personal experience which will make this series extremely enriching. The schedule is Thursdays, March 31st, April 7th and 14th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Father Bede Center. Please make plans to attend.

“To Be” March Baby Shower

March is our month to gather needed items for “To Be” in Fairhope. To Be provides assistance and education for new and expecting mothers in our area. There biggest need, by far, are car seats for infants under 20lbs (the kind that face the rear of the seat). They are also in need of pack-n-plays, swings, changing tables, diapers (Size 3), socks and booties. For the more expensive items, it is suggested that families or friends could pool their resources and donate these items as a group. You may leave your items in the vestibule of the church. There is a bassinet available for smaller items. Thank you for your help!

Parish –
“Business Directory”

We are in the process of renewing our “St. Margaret of Scotland Parish Business Directory.” If you, as a parishioner, have a business or provide a service please take an application form, fill it out and fax, mail or drop it by the parish office. We will then print a booklet and place copies in the vestibule of the church. Application forms can be found in the pamphlet rack located in the vestibule of the church. Please have all applications turned in by March 31, 2011.

Pizza with the Padre

Chicago Pizzeria and Pub, located on County Road 20∙ across from Wolf Bay Lodge and owned by parishioners, Dan & Kim Neven will be the location for a gathering of fellowship mixed with “Pub Theology.” Please join us this Tuesday, March 24. Fellowship will begin at 5:30pm until… A brief presentation will begin at 6:30pm. You can enjoy dinner before, during and after the presentation. Bring your friends and neighbors for a great time! The topic ∙ “All you need to know about Lent & more.”

Ladies Scripture Study

The Ladies Scripture Study Group will meet this Tues, March 22 in the FBC at 9:15am

Yard Sale

St. Margaret’s Floral Committee will hold their annual yard Sale on Fri Apr 1 and Sat Apr 2. Please begin saving your “gently used” household items and clothing for the sale.

Do you want to - Grow in love with Christ?
Do you want to - Take Spiritual leadership in your family?
Do you want to - Appreciate more deeply your Catholic Faith?

Come to the inaugural meeting of The Men of St. Joseph in our parish on Tuesday ? March 15 from 6:30-7:30am in the Father Bede Center. Meetings will continue every Tuesday at this time in the Father Bede Center.

THE LIFE OF CHRIST IN LIGHT

This beautiful 32 page hard-bound book presents our 12 glorious stained glass windows in artistic fashion by Michael Mastro. The photos are accompanied by scriptural reflections on the life of Christ in each scene, written by Father Zoghby. The book will cost $25 a copy. Please make plans to obtain one and others for your family and friends. These books will be a keepsake and make a lovely gift.

Please, Silence in the Church

Respectful silence in our church gives glory to the sovereign God of love. When entering or leaving church please observe silence. If you want to talk to your fellow parishioners please whisper one line

“I’ll meet you in the vestibule.”

Mass Intentions March 15-19, 2011

-Weekly Collection-

-Special Collection-

There will be a second collection this Sunday for Black and Indian missions.

“To Be” March Baby Shower

March is our month to gather needed items for “To Be” in Fairhope. To Be provides assistance and education for new and expecting mothers in our area. There biggest need, by far, are car seats for infants under 20lbs (the kind that face the rear of the seat). They are also in need of pack-n-plays, swings, changing tables, diapers (Size 3), socks and booties. For the more expensive items, it is suggested that families or friends could pool their resources and donate these items as a group. You may leave your items in the vestibule of the church. There is a bassinet available for smaller items. Thank you for your help!

Lenten Reflection

The CYO, the young people of our parish, will meet on Sunday, March 27 after the 10:30am Mass (around 11:45am) at the Father Bede Center. We will enjoy lunch together followed by a Lenten talk offered by Father Zoghby. The afternoon will continue in the church with a chance for peaceful reflection and prayer in the presence of

our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament. All of our teenagers in Grades 8-12 are asked and encouraged to attend. If you plan to attend or for more info please call Father Zoghby at 943-3528.

Lay Carmelite Community

For centuries Christians have lived in communities and focused on particular ways of spirituality. (Carmelite, Benedictine, Franciscan, etc.) A tradition of spirituality is a path to holiness; a path that has proven to be reliable. The Carmelite tradition is such a path in existence for over 800 years. Lay members of Carmel have been called to live out the charism of the Carmelite Order in the world of the every day. Carmelite lay communities are comprised of both men and women on their lifes’ journey following the Christ of the Gospels. DO you have the desire to deepen your prayer life and to live intimately in love with Jesus? You are invited to hear about Carmelite Spirituality as lived by Lay Carmelites. On Saturday, March 26th at St. Margaret of Scotland Church there will be an information meeting. The meeting will follow the 8:30 a.m. Mass and will be held in the Bede Center. Contact Barbara McGonigle at (251) 228-2303 or Mary Anne Gingras at (251) 943-6338 for more information.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Every Friday during Lent, beginning at 5:30pm, we will have Stations of the Cross followed by Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament.

CONFESSIONS

During Lent confessions will be heard: Saturdays – 4-4:45pm. Father will continue to hear confessions 30 minutes before every Mass.

THE LIGHT FOR YOU

We will have extra confessions in our parish every Wednesday during Lent beginning March 16 for one hour after the Eucharistic Healing Service. (Approximately 6:15 – 7:15pm) Monsignor Hay will be present these Wednesdays of Lent to celebrate this Sacrament of God’s mercy.

LENTEN ABSTINENCE AND FASTING

All Catholics 14 years and older must abstain from meat on the Fridays of Lent. All Catholics 14-60 years of age must abstain from meat and fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The definition of a fast is no eating between meals. One may partake of one large meal and two smaller meals that would not equal the one larger meal. Obviously one may choose to eat less if one wishes.

LENT FISH FRY

The KofC will be offering their Lenten Fish Fry at St. Bart’s Benedictine Hall in Elberta on Fridays, Mar 11, 18, 25 Apr 1, 8 & 15 from 5-7:30pm. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. The menu will include Fried or Baked Tilapia, Various Sides Desserts, Coffee & Tea

Floral Committee

The Ladies of St. Margaret Floral Committee will meet this Wednesday, March 9 at 9:00am in the Father Bede Center.

Ladies Scripture Study

The Ladies Scripture Study Group will resume this Tues, March 15 in the FBC at 9:15am

Holy Smokers
BBQ & Blues

Please come out and support “The Holy Smokers” as they compete in the Third Annual BBQ & Blues Event held next Saturday, Mar 19 at 11am ∙ Heritage Park in Foley.

Do you want to - Grow in love with Christ?
Do you want to - Take Spiritual leadership in your family?
Do you want to - Appreciate more deeply your Catholic Faith?

Come to the inaugural meeting of The Men of St. Joseph in our parish on Tuesday ? March 15 from 6:30-7:30am in the Father Bede Center. Meetings will continue every Tuesday at this time in the Father Bede Center.

Preparing for the New Mass

An article penned by Archbishop Rodi posted in the Catholic Week ∙ January 7, 2011

Lent ∙ A New Springtime

The word Lent comes from an old English word for the season Spring. It is not primarily that Lent occurs or perhaps ends at the beginning of the Spring season. Rather, it is because Lent is called to be a new Springtime in our spiritual lives. Jesus said,

“Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit.” (John 12:24)

Therefore, during this season we are called to enter into our own manner of dying to self so that we can experience resurrection. Jesus tells us regarding this,

“Whoever wishes to be my follower must deny his very self, take up his cross each day, and follow in my steps.” (Luke 9:23)

One of the ways in which we do this is to take on some penance, i.e. giving something up. Another powerful way to grow in God’s image is to take up some spiritual practice. This may include going to daily Mass, attending Stations of the Cross, celebrating the Sacrament of Penance, and increasing private prayer. Another fruitful way of denying ourselves and following the example of Jesus is to increase our acts of charity. We may give to the poor or those in need, and even treat our friends, relatives and coworkers with increased kindness and courtesy. All of this hopefully has as its result a sharing in the death and resurrection of Jesus, so that with the celebration of Easter we will rise to new life with the Lord.

Altar Flowers

The flowers on the altar for this weekend’s Masses have been offered in honor of Monsignor Hay, on the occasion of his 86th Birthday, next Saturday, March 12.

Mass Intentions March 8-12, 2011

-Weekly Collection-

-Special Collection-

There will be a second collection next Sunday, March 13 for Black and Indian missions.

“To Be” March Baby Shower

March is our month to gather needed items for “To Be” in Fairhope. To Be provides assistance and education for new and expecting mothers in our area. There biggest need, by far, are car seats for infants under 20lbs (the kind that face the rear of the seat). They are also in need of pack-n-plays, swings, changing tables, diapers (Size 3), socks and booties. For the more expensive items, it is suggested that families or friends could pool their resources and donate these items as a group. You may leave your items in the vestibule of the church. There is a bassinet available for smaller items. Thank you for your help!

Lenten Reflection

The CYO, the young people of our parish, will meet on Sunday, March 27 after the 10:30am Mass (around 11:45am) at the Father Bede Center. We will enjoy lunch together followed by a Lenten talk offered by Father Zoghby. The afternoon will continue in the church with a chance for peaceful reflection and prayer in the presence of

our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament. All of our teenagers in Grades 8-12 are asked and encouraged to attend. If you plan to attend or for more info please call Father Zoghby at 943-3528.

St. Patty’s Day Party

Our parish will celebrate St. Patrick on Saturday, March 12 after the 5pm Mass in the hall. This will be a potluck affair. Please bring your favorite side dish, salad or dessert. Corned Beef & Cabbage, Green Beer and Soft Drinks will be provided. Please sign up in the vestibule of the church and check a box indicating how you are able to help. Help is always needed to setup, decorate and especially for clean up. Also indicate what item you would like to bring. Attendance is mandatory unless a doctor’s excuse is provided! (Ha!!) We’ll see you there

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Every Friday during Lent, beginning at 5:30pm, we will have Stations of the Cross followed by Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament.

CONFESSIONS

During Lent confessions will be heard: Saturdays – 4-4:45pm. Father will continue to hear confessions 30 minutes before every Mass.

THE LIGHT FOR YOU

We will have extra confessions in our parish every Wednesday during Lent beginning March 16 for one hour after the Eucharistic Healing Service. (Approximately 6:15 – 7:15pm) Monsignor Hay will be present these Wednesdays of Lent to celebrate this Sacrament of God’s mercy.

LENTEN ABSTINENCE AND FASTING

All Catholics 14 years and older must abstain from meat on the Fridays of Lent. All Catholics 14-60 years of age must abstain from meat and fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The definition of a fast is no eating between meals. One may partake of one large meal and two smaller meals that would not equal the one larger meal. Obviously one may choose to eat less if one wishes.

LENT FISH FRY

The KofC will be offering their Lenten Fish Fry at St. Bart’s Benedictine Hall in Elberta on Fridays, Mar 11, 18, 25 Apr 1, 8 & 15 from 5-7:30pm. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. The menu will include Fried or Baked Tilapia, Various Sides Desserts, Coffee & Tea

Floral Committee

The Ladies of St. Margaret Floral Committee will meet this Wednesday, March 9 at 9:00am in the Father Bede Center.

Ladies Scripture Study

The Ladies Scripture Study Group will not meet this Tues, March 8. Study Group will resume Tues, March 15 in the FBC at 9:15am

Do you want to - Grow in love with Christ?
Do you want to - Take Spiritual leadership in your family?
Do you want to - Appreciate more deeply your Catholic Faith?

Come to the inaugural meeting of The Men of St. Joseph in our parish on Tuesday ? March 15 from 6:30-7:30am in the Father Bede Center. Meetings will continue every Tuesday at this time in the Father Bede Center.

Preparing for the New Mass

An article penned by Archbishop Rodi posted in the Catholic Week ∙ January 7, 2011