13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST. BENEDICT, RIDGELY
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ST. ELIZABETH, DENTON SUNDAY, July
1, 2007
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS
A Word from your Pastor…
LIFE IN THE PARISH FAMILY
New Offerings in the Parish Resource Room
Tuesday, July 3
To be “called” offers the possibility to be “chosen.” Choice is a two-
Saturday, June
30
Have you visited the parish Resource Room lately? There are a
·
Parish Office Closed
sided freedom. To decide to go one place is a decision not to go to
5:30pm St. Elizabeth
wealth of resources available covering a variety of topics relating
·
Adult Bile Study – 7pm – A.E.R.
other places. To decide on one commitment is freedom from other
Joseph Dombroski
to our Catholic faith
– books, reference materials, DVD’s, etc…
possibilities. Jesus wants His followers to know the joy that can be
Wednesday, July 4
Sunday, July 1
We even have a computerized list of available titles thanks to
found in moving forward as builders of His kingdom. What might seem
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Parish Office Closed
7:15am
St. Benedict
the hard work of John & Adriana Gnall. Recently, we obtained a
like harshness on the part of Jesus to forget past worries is simply the
·
Knights of Columbus Picnic – 1pm – Gallagher
People of the Parish
selection of new materials:
way Jesus places His call in contrast to our many worldly influences.
Home
8:30am
St. Benedict
The call of Jesus is a call and invitation for us today as well. There is
Thursday, July 5
A Short History of the Mass by Alfred McBride, O. Praem
Geraldine DeLisle
no turning back for those who follow him. Once you know the truth
Ask the Bible Geek – Answers to Questions from Catholic Teens and
Ask the
·
Adult Bible Study – 9:30am – A.E.R.
10:15am St. Elizabeth
there is no living without it. Jesus demands a free, single-minded
Bible Geek – More Answers to Questions from Catholic Teens by Mark Hart
Friday, July 6
Nora Conway
Edith Stein – Philosopher & Mystic by Josephine Koeppel, O.C.D.
response. It is a daunting call to holiness and to sharing His life. Dare we, dare you,
·
Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament after 7:30am
Faith & Force – A Christian Debate about War by David Clough & Brian Stilner
answer that call wherever it leads?
Tuesday, July
3
Mass until Noon
– St. Elizabeth
First Comes Love – Finding your family in the Church & the Trinity by Scott Hahn
Saturday, July 7
9:00am FLC Chapel
Responding to His call,
From Wild Man to Wise Man – Reflections of Male Spirituality
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2nd Collection
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Aid to Catholic Church in Central &
Communion Service
Fr. Carroll
by Richard Rohr & Joseph Martos
Eastern Europe
Wednesday, July 4
Jesus in the House – Gospel Reflections of Christ’s Presence in the Home
Sunday, July 8
Independence Day
Have a great 4th of July! Remember that freedom comes with a price. Honor those who
by Allan F. Wright
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2nd Collection
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Aid to Catholic Church in Central &
Jesus of Nazareth by Joseph Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVI
have made and make freedom a daily reality for us as citizens of the United States of
9:00am St. Benedict
Eastern Europe
Marriage – It’s a God Thing by William P. Roberts
America.
Helene Bernier
Reasons to Believe – How to Understand, Explain & Defend the Catholic Faith
Thursday, July 5
The Parish Office will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday in observance of the
Please pray for:
by Scott Hahn
holiday.
9:00am
FLC Chapel
Swear to God – The Promise & Power of the Sacraments by Scott Hahn
Arthur Petroski
Julie Swann
Cosby Stokes, Jr.
Evelyn Tippett
The Bible Made Easy by Timothy P. Schehr
Patricia Griffith
Lou Wood
Sharon Downes
Mass on the 4th of July will be at 9:00am at St. Benedict. There will not be a 7:30am Mass
The Lamb’s Supper
– The Mass as Heaven on Earth by Scott Hahn
Friday, July 6
Lisa Arbogast
Albert Bugar
Joan Hardee
at St. Elizabeth as would be normal for a Wednesday morning.
Rita Hriczko
Amy Hall
Helen Skipper
7:30am St. Elizabeth
Stop by the Resource Room during office hours to explore the shelves. We are
Virginia Dean
Dan Tuel, Sr.
John Johansen
Intentions of Kim George
PARISH AND FAMILY LIFE
certain you will find something that will interest you. If you would like to sign out a
Marvin Ebling
Tyler Fox
Marian Riecke
WE REMEMBER + WE CELEBRATE + WE BELIEVE
book or DVD, you will simply need to provide your contact information and a list of
Saturday, July 7
Parnell Byles
Mary Betton
Debi Councell
Happy Birthday this week to: Alyssa Myers (7-3), Robert Nolte (7-3),
the resources which you are borrowing on the log located in the Resource Room.
5:30pm St. Elizabeth
Mike Chupek, Sr.
Ron Rice
Teresa Murphy
David Pasciak (7-3), Carol Seward (7-3), Robert Sherman (7-3), Lou
Intentions of Jamie Curley
NEXT WEEK!
Victoria Wingren
Ella Spring
Mary Donovan
Ann Alderton (7-4), Stephanie Huber (7-4), Richard Gorleski (7-5),
+ Ecumenical
Vacation Bible School
Sunday, July 8
Virginia Gunther
Marie Durner
Petchy Dennison
Payton Hynson (7-5), Nick Lucker (7-5), Jane Wood (7-5), Kathleen
We are taking the plunge with a new approach to the
7:15am
St. Benedict
Antonette Starks
TylerGarst
Geraldine Prudot
Jackson (7-6), Joey Loverde (7-6), Michelle Bathras (7-7), Gabrielle
Ecumenical Vacation Bible School. Working with dedicated
Anna Mae Riegel
Chris Alimenti
Emma Parry
Maryanne Brown
Wurtz (7-7), Todd Brenneman (7-8), Morgan Nicholls (7-8), Elizabeth
volunteers from several churches with years of experience and
8:30am
St. Benedict
Kelly Ruskin
Roy Dean
Christine Messick
Ellwanger (7-9), Roger Fessenden (7-9), Jonathan Laidley (7-9)
the newly formed Ridgely Ministerium, we are consciously
Deceased members of the
Joe Irwin
Nina Taylor
Mary Lou Boutcher
reaching out to people of all Christian denominations to
Charles L. Knott Family
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS
Michael Feltz
Mary Sharp
Nancy Callison
continue the tradition in Ridgely and widen the response. This
10:15am St. Elizabeth
Just a reminder… the Saint Joan of Arc Council
Knights of Columbus family picnic is set
Gerry Albright
Shirley Brown
Mary Ellen Snively
year’s program is entitled: “Take the Plunge: Make a Splash with Jesus”
–
it’s a
People of the Parish
for the 4th of July starting at 1:00pm at the home of Donny & Linda Gallagher. Make sure
Marie Shortall
Terri Kimbles
Michelle Bathras
water park theme! We have decided to try offering this VBS during the day
you bring your favorite covered dish to share. Contact either Chris Spinner (410-479-
William Murphy
Tricia Baker
Eva Knussman
because our participants in past years tend to be very young. Join us from July 9 –
2090) or Donny Gallagher
(410-634-2859) to RSVP no later than Monday, July 2.
Mike Seiler
Victor Fleegle
Blanche Williams
NEXT SUNDAY’S READINGS ….
July 13 here at St. Benedict’s. Pre-registration forms are available at all churches
June Magrogan
Chaz Mewshaw
Joe Dunnginton
LITURGY
in the ministerium: St. Benedict, Ridgely United Methodist, Immanuel Wesleyan,
Old Testament
Is 66:10-14c
Joe McDermott
Griffin Bathras
Cynthia Vonville
This Friday, July 6 is the first Friday of the month. There is adoration of the Blessed
The Love Church and the Fishlocker. Contact our church team member, Cheryl
New Testament
Gal 6: 14-18
Tom Boncella
Francis Tierney
Rose Darling
Sacrament following the 7:30am Mass until 12noon at St. Elizabeth Church.
Carmean (410.364.5729), if you can help.
Gospel
Lk 10:1-12, 17-20
Carl Porter
William Bradley
Evelyn
“Dixie”
Bitters
Has your schedule changed for the summer? Consider joining us for a Daily Mass once a
Our Parish Catholic Vacation Bible School
–
“Seeking Jesus:
week as a special rest to give yourself this summer.
The Way, The Truth and The Life”
– Sunday, July 22 –
Fred & Marion Parenteau
sss
Wednesday, July 25. We will begin with a Sunday Mass for
George & Gladys Schaeffer
Next Wednesday, July 11 is the Feast of St. Benedict. There will be Exposition of the
families at 5pm followed by an intro to the program. Join us Mon
John & Gerry Podlesny
Blessed Sacrament all day beginning at 9am in St. Benedict Church closing with
– Wed from 6:00 – 8:30pm.
Registration Forms available in the
YOUR GIFT OF STEWARDSHIP
Gibson & Doris Sharp
Benediction at 8pm. There will be a sign up sheet available next weekend.
Parish Office.
BACK TO THE LORD
For the week of June
24,
2007
Elijah Cup
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Beginning this weekend (June 30/July 1), our parish will start a
Prayer is powerful! Is there someone on the above prayer
VBS & Safe Environments
new program whose focus is praying for vocations using a consecrated
list that has experienced significant recovery since their
This year’s budget for offertory $
4,826.00
Both VBS programs demand that we adhere to Safe Environments guidelines. All
name was first added? Let us know. The more focused our
chalice. Sometimes we forget how powerful and important prayer truly is in
Weekly Offertory for
June 24 $
3,893.75
adult leaders will be required to have background checks and sign volunteer
prayer list is, the more we can join together in offering our
our lives and in the life of the church. So, I would ask each of you to take
Difference
($ 932.25)
covenants. If you are already on our list of cleared adults, we would be grateful for
prayers for those who most need them at a given time. Also,
this opportunity to become actively involved in praying for vocations in our
your participation and leadership. The other churches involved in the Ecumenical
don’t forget to utilize the Prayer Books at the entrance of
Poor Box
$
66.85
Church. If we pray with the faith of the widow of Zerapeth, who gave the last
VBS will also participate in the requirements. We all, adults and children benefit
either church. Enter the names of those who are ill or who
Works of the Holy Father
$
958.00
of her oil and flour to feed Elijah, we too will find that our prayer will cause
from providing a safe environment. Information and packets for adults may be
are in need of prayers for any reason; or, enter your own
Thank you!
vocations to flourish in abundance. Take the time to sign up after mass to take home our
obtained from the parish office.
personal prayer intentions. The books are presented during
own “Elijah Cup” and become a link in the living chain of faith that fosters future and
MONTHLY OFFERTORY REVIEW
the Presentation of the Gifts at every weekend liturgy.
existing vocations and connects our church together. There will be an information sheet
SOCIAL MINISTRIES
For June, 2007
available after mass. Please contact Sue Fleegle 410-482-8914 or Trevor Gildon 410-
The Crisis in Darfur – Take Action
Monthly Budget for June
$ 19,304.00
634-2253 ext 18 with any questions.
Over 200,000 people in Darfur have been killed and another 2.5 million have been
Actual Offertory for June
$
18,955.00
displaced within Sudan, two million of these into camps, and 230,000 Sudanese
Difference
- ($
349.00)
Are you interested in a trip to the recently renovated Baltimore Basilica?
have fled across the border into Chad and northern Central African Republic. The
A date has been set – We will be making a trip to the recently renovated Basilica of the
Next weekend’s 2nd
Collection will be for Aid to
lives and basic human rights and dignity of more than 2 million Sudanese are in
Assumption (a.k.a. America’s First Cathedral) in Baltimore on Thursday, August 16. 17
the Catholic Church in Central & Eastern
grave danger because of a complete lack of security and major gaps in provision
people have already responded that they are interested in this trip as a result of an earlier
Europe.
of food, water and sanitation. The result is a crisis that is deemed by the United
bulletin announcement. We would like to determine how many other parishioners are
Nations as the world’s greatest humanitarian emergency today and one that
interested in participating as we would like to reserve a small bus for the trip. Cost for the
Annual Catholic Appeal participants who
Questions of the Week …
continues to destabilize Africa’s largest country and its neighbors. Learn more
trip will be $20/person.
The tentative plan is to depart from St. Benedict Church at
pledged and elected to make monthly payments
9:30am, stop for lunch, tour the Basilica at 1pm, mass in the Basilica Chapel at 2pm
can expect to receive a monthly pledge reminder
When is it hard to follow the call of Jesus?
can take action to support our brothers and sisters in Darfur
(celebrant: Fr. Carroll), visit the Basilica Gift Shop and return to St. Benedict Church by
statement at the end of June. Payments should
approximately 5pm.
If you are interested, contact the parish office (410.634.2253,
be mailed in the self-addressed return envelope
What truly makes you enjoy freedom?
provided with your statement.
