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5 MARCH 2-3, 2013ISSUE 9

Welcome to Good Shepherd Chapel

Third Sunday of Lent

Parish Staff
Now into the third week of the Season of Lent, our Sunday Gospel prepares us to hear Lent's call to conversion
and repentance. Today's reading is found in the chapters of Luke's Gospel that describe Jesus' journey to Jerusalem. During this journey, Jesus teaches and heals. He must also respond to those who question and challenge his authority and actions. There is no parallel in Mark's or Matthew's Gospels for today's reading from Luke. While Mark and Matthew describe an incident in which Jesus curses the fig tree, today's reading makes the barren fig tree the subject of a parable. Luke tells us that some among the crowds report to Jesus a massacre of Galileans by Pilate. The intention of the crowd seems to be to ask Jesus to explain why these people suffered. It was commonplace to render people's suffering as evidence of their sinfulness. Jesus challenges this interpretation. Those who were massacred were no more or less sinful than the ones who report the situation to Jesus. Jesus replies that even a fatal accident, a natural disaster, ought not to be interpreted as punishment for sin. Jesus' words at first appear to have a fire-and-brimstone quality. Jesus says in essence, Repent or perish as these people did; all are sinful before God and deserving of God's punishment. The tone changes, however, in the parable that follows. The parable of the barren fig tree contrasts the patience and hopefulness of the gardener with the practicality of the property owner. When told to cut down the fig tree because it is not producing fruit, the gardener counsels patience. If properly tended, the barren fig tree may yet bear fruit. Throughout his journey to Jerusalem, Jesus has been teaching about the Kingdom of God. In this parable, we find an image of God's patience and hopefulness as he prepares his Kingdom. God calls us to repent, and it is within his power to punish us for our failure to turn from our sinfulness. And yet God is merciful. He delays punishment and tends to us so that we may yet bear the fruit he desires from us. This, then, is our reason for hope: Not only does God refuse to abandon us, he chooses to attend to us even when we show no evidence of his efforts. Next week's Gospel will give an even clearer picture of the kind of mercy that God shows to us. Retrieved from http://www.loyola.com/sundayconnection.
Pastor: Fr. Joseph Lea (267) 243-5861 joseph.p.lea.mil@mail.mil NCOIC: SGT. Marcus Levering (706) 791-4308 Deacon: - Rev. Mr. David Kriegel deacondave@saintmichaelparishfg.org - Rev. Mr. Kelley Culver deaconkelley@saintmichaelparishfg.org PLC: Lola Rivera (706) 791-4829 plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org RE Coordinator: Adriana Gramer recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org RCIA: Kelley Culver (706) 855-9893 rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org Music Director: Sonia Rivera music@saintmichaelparishfg.org MCCW: Kim Besel, (706) 855-9275 mccw@saintmichaelparishfg.org Knights of Columbus: Tim McCarthy
Knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Operation Rice Bowl

St. Michaels will support the program Operation Rice Bowl (ORB) sponsored by Catholic Relief Services (CRS) during Lent again this year. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, we will distribute the ORB boxes for you to fill with your donations. We will collect the boxes on March 30-31, 2013 during our Mass. Thanks for your generosity. Your support will help families around the world through CRSs development Projects.

Marian Prayer Service Coming Up!

The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring the Marian Hour of Prayer on 20 March at 6:30pm @ Good Shepherd Chapel. Lets gather as a family before Our Lady of Guadalupe to offer our prayers and intentions. We will have a relic at this service. This program has been celebrated nationwide since 1979. As part of this program the Order distributes pilgrim icons depicting the Blessed Virgin Mary under her various titles. The icon travels on a yearlong journey from council to council in each of the Orders jurisdictions throughout the world. These Marian icons serve as the focal point for prayer services held in council homes, churches or other locations.

Youth Ministry: Laura Pizzi cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org EME: Judy Kriegel, (706) 869-9781 eme@saintmichaelparishfg.org Altar Servers: Alex Besel altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Lectors: Tom Dean, (706) 860-6946 lectors@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ushers/Greeters:Bill Holt,(706)951-3625 ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Flowers Ministry: Fran Simpson flowers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Welcome Sunday: Gilda Fontimayor
welcomesunday@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Webmaster: Judy Culver webmaster@saintmichaelparishfg.org Liturgical Schedule: Brian Musha lemuschedule@saintmichaelparishfg.org Hospitality Team: hospitality@saintmichaelparishfg.org Bulletin Editor: Lola Rivera bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org

MASS SCHEDULE
Monday & Wednesday: 11:30am Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:30am and 10:00am RECONCILIATION Saturday: 4:00pm-4:45pm Sunday: 7:45am-and 9:30am (also by appointment)

SAINT MICHAELS MISSION STATEMENT

Saint Michaels Catholic Community is a group of Catholic Christians associated with the Armed Forces under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Archdioceses for the Military Services served by the pastoral leadership of our priest(s), deacon(s), and parish staff. The community is dedicated to exemplifying Christian community by proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ through worship, service, and witness to the people of Fort Gordon and surrounding communities.

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MINISTRIES NEWS
Monthly Meeting Please know that our next meeting will be on Tuesday March 12th, 2013 in Bldg. 13 at 1830. Social and the meeting starts at 1900 hours. Contact the Grand Knight Tim McCarthy if you have any questions at: knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org Knights of Columbus Website St. Michaels Knights of Columbus just inaugurated their own website where active and prospective members can find relevant information and upcoming activities and events. This website also provides a section Prayer Request that can be used to request prayers for a parishioner in need. You may visit the new website at http://www.kofc14773.org/

Military Council of Catholic Women (MCCW)

MCCW at Fort Gordon offers FAITH STUDY on Monday mornings from 9:30 11:00am followed by daily Mass for those who can attend. This year we are studying Catholicism by Fr. Robert Barron. Margaret Lepak is our facilitator. Childcare is no longer offered. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Do you receive St. Michaels weekly happenings?

If the answer is NO, please contact the PLC today and request to be included in our parish emailing list plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Altar Servers Training!!!

There will be an Altar Servers training session on Saturday March 16 from Noon 1pm at Good Shepherd Chapel. All current and new servers must attend. For more information, please contact the Altar Servers Coordinator, Alex Besel at (706) 855-9275 altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Thank you.

Rehearsal Information
Choir Practice is on Wednesdays at 7:45pm at our chapel. Singers and musicians are welcomed! Contact Sonia Rivera at (706) 627-0637 or send her an email at music@saintmichaelparishfg.org

40 ITEMS 4 LENT:FOOD DRIVE

WHERE-At The Good Shepherd Chapel after the EVERY Mass during Lent. FOR-Sister Janet at Catholic Social Services. She needs Rice and Beans. A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who has donated this year, Saint Michael The Archangel has provided nearly 1000 Lbs to the needy of the Augusta Community. For any questions contact Please contact PGK Al Larson 706-631-9749

Would you like to Donate Flowers for a Special Intention?

You can donate flowers for a special intention, such as, in memory of the death of a loved one, or in celebration of your wedding anniversary, or birthday. Please, contact the Flowers Ministry Coordinator Fran Simpson for more information @ flowersministry@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Ushers Needed
We are in need of several ushers for each of our Mass services (Sat. 5:pm, Sun. 8:30am and 10am). This is a great opportunity to serve your parish. Please contact the Ushers Coordinator Bill Holt if you are interested or need more information (706) 951-3625 or
ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Families Wanted
Our Parish is looking for families who would like to bring up the gifts at each mass. Please contact Bill Holt if you are interested or need more information (706) 951-3625 or ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org

The Knights of Columbus Invite you and your spouse to a Fraternal Benefits Night
At The Good Shepherd Chapel after the Five PM Mass on 6 April, 2013. This briefing will increase your knowledge of the benefits to you, your spouse and family as a potential member or current member of the Knights of Columbus. The Guest Speaker is Sir Knight Kurt Eyrich the Field Agent for Augusta, GA. The briefing will last about 30 minutes, followed by the Blessing and meal. Please RSVP to GK Tim McCarthy, 706-831-1104 or knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Altar Servers Needed

Our Parish is looking for adult or children who would like to serve as altar servers at the 5pm Mass. Please contact Lola Rivera.

Attention EMEs, Lectors and Ushers

Please let the Liturgy Schedule coordinator know if you need to change your schedule. Thank you.
lemuschedule @saintmichaelparihsfg.org

Volunteer Today!!!
We are recruiting new volunteers for the different ministries that we have in our parish. Contact the Parish Life Coordinator if you are interested in serving our community. There are many open opportunities some of them are listed in page 5. Please, contact Lola Rivera if you are interested at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org or (706) 7914829.

ATTENTION FACEBOOK USERS!

Military Archdiocese Website Facilitator: FATHER JOSEPH LEA

Do you need to request a baptism certificate? First Communion certificate? You may inquire any sacramental information you may need at http:// www.milarch.org

20 April 2013 from 11:002pm

Are you celebrating your b-day soon? Send us an email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org

At 3352 Milledgeville Road,

Great Food and Great Company!

Page 3 Important Dates

Below you will find the dates to all upcoming events and important information for parents and children. - Mar 9 Class at 3pm - March 23 Celebration and end of Class. 9:30 am at Leitner Lake Clubhouse.

YOUTH MINISTRY news

CYM NEXT MEETING!!
This Sunday March 17th at 11:30am in Bldg 13. Join Us!! Food is provided. Parents are welcome Sunday Youth Group is the core program of Catholic Youth Ministry and a year of learning about our faith, enjoying fellowship among the youth of our parish, and just having good times. CYM is about being closer to Jesus so that we make a difference in our own life and make a difference in the world. CYM is your ticket to all the great programs and activities of CYM. Most important is that you get here to Youth Group.do NOT stay away. Please contact the Youth Ministry Coordinator Laura Pizzi if you have any questions at cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org

YOUTH MASS
This Sunday!! 17 March 2013 @ 10 AM
Youth are encouraged to do the readings, serve as ushers, sing in the choir, and present the gifts during Mass. Please contact the Youth Ministry Coordinator if you are interested in participating. We have choir practice on Wednesday at 7:45pm in our chapel. Contact us if you have any questions at cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Serving People in Need

Last week, on Saturday February 23rd, 2013, St. Michaels newly confirmed youth assisted the Christ Episcopal Soup Kitchen in Augusta to serve meals to those individuals in need. What an excellent example to all of us. This is probably one of the best ways to live the Gospel, especially during Lent. God bless our youth!

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Please join us to celebrate St. Patricks Day on March 16, 2013 at 6:30pm at the Religious Support Office
In this picture, newly Confirmed Antonio Santos (green tshirt) and Joseph Ramirez (red t-shirt).

The Parish will provide meats, drinks and dessert. We ask you to bring side dishes. Sign up today at the activity room. Dont forget to wear green!!!

Knights of Columbus Third Degree

Nine Knights from our parish attended the Knights of Columbus Third Degree Exemplification last February 23rd 2013 at the at John F. Kennedy Council 5484 Augusta GA. They obtained their third degree that represents Fraternity. Congratulations to our newly third degree Knights! More photos of this event can be found at the Knights website http://www.kofc14773.org/.

March 31, 2013 @ 11:30am

Send us an email if you are celebrating your wedding anniversary next month at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

at Freedom Park

Easter Bunny will visit us at noon. Pictures w/Easter Bunny from 12-2pm. Fun games and face-painting for children!!

Book Club Discussion

on Mondays

6:30pm-7:30pm
Our New Third Degree Members from Left to Right: Calvin Tanner, Jeffrey Lepak, Romulo Espiritu, Jose Munera, Alejandro Hadloc, Miguel Carrion, Jeffrey McConnell, Thomas Adams and Nicholas Polen. This discussion is facilitated by Fr Joseph Lea and DCN Kelley Culver
Sign up today in the activity room or at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org Note: Books and food will be provided.

Lenten Communal Penance March 13, 2013 at 7pm (Adoration is cancelled this day)
LEME, and Ushers Schedule
The new schedule can be found on the St. Michael's Website. A copy is also posted on the bulletin board and the rear of the Chapel. Please, contact the Parish Life Coordinator if you need a copy.

PLCs Office Hours

The Parish Life Coordinator is available to assist you with registrations, Sacramental inquires, PO requests, and any other need the following days and times: Monday thru Thursday, 8am-2:15 and Saturday and Sunday during Mass schedule. Need assistance? (706)791-4829 or (443) 223-1125

Pastoral Visitations
There is simply no place more appropriate than the home for pastors to interact with their parishioners in a personal manner. And this holds true whether such interaction is for the purpose of leading a person to Christ, reclaiming a lost soul, or offering support and guidance. For this reason, our Pastor, Father Joseph would like to start Pastoral Visitations to give parishioners the opportunity of meeting and knowing him. He would like to visit parishioners homes twice a week, so if you are interested in receiving the special visit of our Pastor, please contact the PLC Lola Rivera to schedule a Pastoral visitation @ (706) 791-4829, or plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Father Joseph is looking forward to visit your home, talk and pray with you and your family in earnestness and humility.

Confessions
Private confessions at St. Michaels are available for you before Mass on Saturdays 4pm and Sundays at 8am in the confessional box located in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, but also face-to-face and by appointment at your convenience. Confessions are available in Spanish when Father Joseph celebrates mass.

Matrimony
Arrangements for marriage preparation should be made at least six months in advance of the proposed date. If there has been a prior marriage that has not been annulled by the Catholic Church, more time may be required. Participation in a marriage preparation workshop/program is required. Initially, all requests of information should be directed to the Catholic Pastor at (267) 243-5861.

New to our Parish?

Please take a minute and fill out our registration form. You can find these forms in the counter located in the social room. You may give the form to the Parish Life Coordinator, or to the chaplain assistant on duty. You can also download the form from our website if this is more convenient for you, and send it to plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Welcome!

Baptism
In order to receive Baptism, parent(s) must be registered and attending Mass. Dates and times of Baptism can ONLY be set after registering for Pre-Baptism class, and talking with a Priest. Baptism and preparation for Baptism must be arranged 30 days in advance. Contact the PLC if you need assistance.

Adoration on Wednesday
Join us for adoration this coming Wednesday at 6:30pm. We meet every week to spend and dedicate an hour in Eucharistic Adoration. This is a great way to increase your faith and help you with your prayer life.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

The RCIA program is the process through which interested adults and older children are gradually introduced to the Roman Catholic doctrine and way of life. Contact Kelley Culver if you need assistance at rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org .

Pastoral Counseling
Anyone wishing to see the Catholic Pastor for religious counseling issues may contact our Pastor. All requests of information should be directed
to Father Joseph at (267) 243-5861.

Anointing of the Sick

If you are in need of this sacrament, or if you are going to be hospitalized, please contact Father Joseph (267) 243-5861

Wedding Anniversary & Marriage Vow Renewal

Send us an email if you are celebrating your wedding anniversary next month. We also encourage you to let us know if you would like to renew your marriage vows at Mass, at least two weeks in advance. Requests can be submitted at: plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Writing Checks: When writing checks for our weekend collections, please make sure you write the check to CTOF (Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund) Also remember , if you write a check $250 or above, you may ask for a receipt from the chaplain assistant.

Parish Council Meeting

St. Michaels Parish Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday March 5th, 2013. The meeting will be at Good Shepherd Chapel (GSC), social room at 5:30 pm.

Change of Address or Moving?

Please advise the Parish Life Coordinator when you have any change of address or telephone number, or if you are moving away.

Pastoral Council
(COL) JEFF LEPAK, PRESIDENT president@saintmichaelparishfg.org HERMAN GONZALEZ, VICE-P vicepresident@saintmichaelparishfg.org JOANN CAPOZZOLI, SECRETARY secretary@saintmichaelparishfg.org ALDO CALVI, FINANCIAL ADVISOR financialadvisor@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Mass Intentions
If you would like to offer a Mass for the repose of the soul of a loved one, or any other intention, you are encouraged to use one of our Mass cards from the bulletin board located in the hallway next to the Sacristy. You can also send it to the PLC via email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

You must ask God to give you power to fight against the sin of pride
which is your greatest enemy the root of all that is evil, and the failure of all that is good. For God resists the proud.-- St. Vincent de Paul

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Recruiting New Volunteers There are many ways to help your community within the parish. Demonstrate Gods love by volunteering some of
your time. The following are some of the many volunteer opportunities for you. Contact the Parish Life Coordinator if you have questions or need further information. plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

VOLUNTEERS COORDINATOR (volunteer position)

St. Michaels Parish at Fort Gordon is looking for a dedicated, hardworking person, sensitive to the ways God calls and equips people for mission in daily life, to help the members of our congregation grow in both spirituality and in participation. Positive communication skills, including both quality listening skills and comfort with cold-calling, are a necessity! Ability to maintain open and often communication with parish volunteers. Duties will include, but are not limited to: - Establish and maintain relationships with congregation members and community organizations to assist the congregation in accomplishing its missional responsibilities. - Create and maintain databases of congregational member information such as skills and interests. Such databases may include some or all software such as Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Publisher. - Establish and oversee recruitment procedures to meet specific group needs for activities and functions of volunteers. - Evaluate the work of volunteers to ensure that work is of appropriate quality and that resources are used effectively. - Assist in the assimilation process of new members. Work with the Parish Life Coordinator to acknowledge, recognize, and support volunteers as well as recommend new directions for ministry. - Help connect members with existing ministries and programs within the congregation. - Report questions, comments, or concerns regularly to the Parish Life Coordinator. - Other duties as assigned by the Pastor and/or Parish Life Coordinator or as deemed necessary. Interested? Questions? Contact the PLC at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Questions? Please contact the PLC, plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Care Ministry Coordinator

We are looking for a volunteer to coordinate the Care Ministry. This ministry assists parishioners who are sick at home or hospital. The ministry coordinator is responsible for coordinating visits in consultation with the senior pastor and PLC. The coordinator will be willing to visit parishioners who request this assistance, share the Word of God and prayer with them, and offer Holy Communion at the time of visit. If this is your call, or you need further information, please contact us at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

Adult Altar Servers Wanted We are looking for adult altar servers to assist at Mass, especially at Saturday 5pm and Sunday 8:30am masses. Please, contact Alex Besel if you are interested in becoming an altar server. This is a great opportunity to serve our Lord. altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Evangelization Coordinator We are looking for volunteers to coordinate the Evangelization ministry. Please, contact Lola Rivera if you are interested in coordinating this ministry, or if you need more information at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

DATES 3/9/2013

TIME 5:00

LECTORS M. Corbett C. Greenwood B. Larson F. Simpson C. Leal T. Phair

EMES E. Greenwood G. Strellner G. Cody D. Besel J. Redmond M. Rodriguez J. David E. Nikoi

USHERS J. Garcia R. Agostini L. Simpson K. Simmons I. Rodriguez C. Quezaire J. Varner R. Shannon

3/10/2013

8:30

10:00

Please, contact your coordinator with at least 48 hours in advance if you are unable to serve at the mass that you are schedule. Lectors: Tom Dean (706) 860-6946 or lectors@saintmichaelparishfg.org Extraordinary Ministers: Judy Kriegel (706) 869-9781 or eme@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ushers: Bill Holt (706) 951-3625 or ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org You may contact the Liturgy Schedule Coordinator if you have any questions or concerns about schedule at Brian Musha @ lemuschedule@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Thank you for your cooperation.

Visit the AMS for more information http://www.milarch.org/site/c.dwJXKgOUJiIaG/b.8204321/k.93A7/Year_of_Faith__Archdiocesan_Resources.htm

Movie Review
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will be every Friday during Lent at 6pm followed by soup. Check our weekly bulletin for more information about upcoming activities.

Dark Skies
By John Muldering Catholic News Service NEW YORK (CNS) -- The restrained, but not overly original, thriller "Dark Skies"(Dimension) comes backed by the producers behind the "Paranormal Activity" franchise. And, both for better and worse, it shows. Thus, writer-director Scott Stewart, like his "Paranormal" counterparts, presents viewers with comparatively little violence; only one passing scene relies, for its effect, on the sight of blood. But some of the proceedings -- like the inexplicable rearranging of various kitchen items -- feel too familiar, by now, to be scary. As for the found footage device, Stewart holds off on introducing it, seemingly as long as he dares. But even so, its eventual, seemingly inevitable, appearance is likely to inspire a weary sigh. The film's premise also feels well-worn: Ordinary suburban couple Lacy (Keri Russell) and Daniel (Josh Hamilton) Barrett and their sons -teen Jessie (Dakota Goyo) and 6-year-old Sam (Kadan Rockett) -- are beset by a series of disturbing events. Baffled and frightened, the parents eventually turn to reclusive conspiracy theorist Edwin Pollard (J.K. Simmons). His explanation indicates that the Barretts have unwittingly drawn the attention of some highly unusual, and potentially dangerous, visitors. Stewart works into his script the pro-family notion that clan discord -- under economic pressure, Lacy and Daniel have been quarreling -assists dark forces. But, with Jessie going through a rebellious phase, Stewart also shows us some adolescent experimentation with drugs, pornography and other forms of sexuality that make his eerie offering unsuitable for kids. The film contains fleeting gore, brief scenes of sensuality, some involving teens, non-graphic marital lovemaking, a couple of uses of profanity and a smattering of crude and crass language. The Catholic News Service classification is AIII -- adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Retrieved from http://www.catholicnews.com/

Ministries Sponsoring Stations of the Cross

The following Ministries will sponsor our Stations of the Cross during Lent. March 1 (MCCW) March 8 (Hospitality & RE) March 15 (Youth) March 22 (Knights of Columbus) Parishioners are welcome to bring their soups (meatless) any Friday during Stations of the Cross.

Lenten Recipes
Lent is time of fasting. Many of us see Lent as time to fast, but also time to share with our love ones the prayers and psalms for this season. One more year, we ask our parishioners to share their Lenten recipes with the parish. Please submit them at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Lent Penance Service

Lent is the perfect time to reconcile yourself with God and the Church. Our parish has a communal penance service on March 13th, 2012 at 7pm with prayers and scriptures readings, followed by the opportunity for individual confession (a necessity for absolution of mortal sins).

AMS iPhone App

Interested in participating? We need over 25 adult and young volunteer actors and assistants. Please contact Dave Besel at passionplay@saintmichaelparishfg.org - - - - - Important Dates to remember - - - - - Mar 7th (Thu) 1830-2100: Rehearsal (still need to submit request) Mar 16th (Sat) 1300-1500: Rehearsal Mar 24th (Sun) 0930-1115: Palm Sunday Mass (Passion Play Procession - Beginning of Mass) Mar 21st (Thu): 1830-2100: Rehearsal Mar 24th (Tue) 1830-2100: Rehearsal Mar 28th (Thu) 1830-2030: Holy Thursday Mass (Passion Play Last Supper - after Homily) Mar 29th (Fri) 1500-1800: Good Friday Service (Passion Play Passion of Christ - after Service) Mar 31st (Sun) 0930-1115: Easter Sunday Mass (Passion Play The Resurrection - before Mass) ***IMPORTANT: Rehearsals are mandatory.
The AMS is pleased to announce its new app, AMS Catholic Faith Deployed, available through iTunes. This AMS app is designed to extend access to and sharing of Catholic teachings for Catholics serving in the military. With this app, Catholics can have access to the following:
- Mobile access to the AMS Digital Resource Center for a wide range of video, audio and multimedia digital content. - Daily and seasonal prayers and mediations for personal inspiration from Liturgy Training Publications and Loyola Press - Embedded resources for the Year of Faith from ACTA publications Free monthly updates for bible studies, meditations, catholic humor, and other content Live stream portal for live webcasts.

http://www.milarch.org/site/ c.dwJXKgOUJiIaG/b.8476979/

Lenten Recipes
Havarti Shrimp Quesadillas submitted by Barbara Larson
Ingredients (4 servings)

1/2 lb. fresh, chopped mushrooms 6 10" tortillas 1 T. canola oil or vegetable oil 6 oz. Havarti cheese 1 T. butter 1/2 lb. cooked shrimp 6 T. apricot preserves 2 T. melted butter

Preparation:

Saute the mushrooms in oil and butter till soft. Spread 1 tablespoon of preserves over half of each tortilla. Top with the cheese, shrimp and mushrooms. Fold over. Brush both sides of the tortillas with melted butter. Grill on medium-high heat for one to two minutes until warmed through. Serve with salad or soup.

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Page 4 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

ADULTS PROGRAMS Coffee and Theology
Coffee and Theology is a religious education for adults that meet on Sundays at 11:30am at the RSO Bld. 29601. Contact Tom Dean (706) 860-6946 if you have any question.

Bible Study
St. Michaels Bible Study is on Tuesdays at 7:30pm in the activity room. We are studying a Bible Study on the Books of Hebrews. Contact Tom Dean.

RE SPOTLIGHT NEWS
CCD classes resume this Sunday March 3rd
Catechists Needed
We are recruiting catechists for the new CCD year. If you are interested in teaching religious education, please contact us. Experience is not required. We will provide you with the training and teaching resources that you need. We need teachers and substitute teachers for grades PreK through High School. Contact Adriana Gramer (978) 866-3806 or recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org

CCD Registration
CCD registration is open throughout the year. Please know that in order to receive the Holy Sacrament of First Communion or Confirmation, children need to attend Religious Education as required. Contact the RE Coordinator Adriana Gramer if you have questions.

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host by the Divine Power of God -thrust into hell, Satan and all the evil spirits, who roam throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Religious Education Coordinator Office Hours

The Religious Education Coordinator is available to meet with parents for enrolling their children and answer questions and concerns at the RE Center, building 9th, the following days: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 12pm. After hours assistance only by appointment at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org or (978) 866-3806.

LITURGICAL LIFE
Weekend Masses Saturday 17:00 Sunday 08:30 & 10:00 Daily Mass Mon & Wed 11:30 Mon-Friday DDEAMC 11:45 Reconciliation Saturday 16:00 Sunday 07:45 Rosary Saturday 16:30 Sunday 08:00 Communion (Sick/ Homebound): Father Joseph Lea Weddings Contact PLC Baptisms Contact PLC Liturgy Deacon Dave Kriegel Adoration Wednesday 18:30 Religious Education (RE) Sunday 11:30 Children (REC) RCIA (RSO)

PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY

Please remember in your prayers all those who are deployed, their families and friends during their deployments. If your loved one is one of them, or you know any deployed military personnel send us his or her name, so we can include it in our daily prayers. Send your prayer request to prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ire ann Tirador CW3 James Omer Cote SrA James Varner SFC Nathan Varner CPT Bontea

PRAY FOR EXPECTANT MOTHERS

Please pray for our expectant mothers and their babies. If you are a member of St. Michaels Parish and expecting a baby, or have a friend or relative who is a expecting a baby, please send us her name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Nelmy Amaya Lola Rivera Michelle Adams Tazmine Valentin

PRAY FOR THE SICK

Please pray for our sick and their families. If you know of any parishioner who is sick or is hospitalized, please send us the name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Lewkas Virata (child) Bea Nikoi Bonnie Cartwright (child) Georgia Foster Irene Almasy Angela Blancos John Bacon Josephine Easley Michael Pizzi Catherine Musha Fidelis Henn Maria Perez Clemencia Faulkner

Bulletin Announcements
Please know that all weekend announcements should be sent Saturday by 5pm to bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Announcements received after the deadline might not be announced.

Catholic Radio
You can listen live Catholic programs that will be featured on Saint Paul Radio by going to their website: saintpaulradio.org.

Pulpit Announcements
Please know that all weekend announcements should be sent by Friday noon to plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Stewardship
Attendance: 413 Offering: $1,680.50
Thank You

March 2013
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
1 Stations of the Cross, 6pm sponsored by MCCW 3 CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 4 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 5 History of Church, 11:30am Council Meeting 5:30pm Study of the Gospels 12 History of Church, 1130am KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 19 History of Church, 11:30am Study of the Gospels 7:30pm 26 History of Church, 11:30am Study of the Gospels 7:30pm 6 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 7 Passion Play Rehearsal, 6:30pm 8 Stations of the Cross, 6pm 2

Sat

9 Confirmation Class, 3pm

10 CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

11 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 18 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 25 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

13 Daily Mass, 11:30am NO Adoration Parish Penance, 7pm

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15 Stations of the Cross, 6pm

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Altar Servers Training, 12pm

Passion Play Rehearsal, 6:30pm St. Patricks Day, 6:30pm

17 YOUTH MASS, 10am CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am CYM Meeting 11:30am 24 PALM SUNDAY CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

20 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration/ Marian Prayers 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 27 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

21 Passion Play Rehearsal, 6:30pm

22 Stations of the Cross, 6pm

23 Confirmation Retreat

28 HOLY THURSDAY Holy Thursday Mass, 7pm. Adoration until midnight

29 GOOD FRIDAY Good Friday Mass, 3pm Passion Play, 5pm Stations of the Cross, 7pm

30 HOLY SATURDAY

Easter Vigil Mass/ RCIA, 7:30pm

31 EASTER SUNDAY NO CCD NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA Easter Breakfast, 11:30

April 2013
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Tue
2 History of Church, 11:30am Council Meeting 5:30pm 9 History of Church, 1130am KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 16 History of Church, 11:30am Study of the Gospels 7:30pm 23 History of Church, 11:30am Study of the Gospels 7:30pm 30 History of Church, 11:30am Study of the Gospels 7:30pm

Wed
3 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 10 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 17 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 24 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 4

Thu

Fri
5 MCCW Monthly Meeting, 6pm

Sat
6 KofC Fraternal Night, 5pm. Reception after the service.

7 DIVINE MERCY CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

8 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 15 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 22 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 29 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

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13 First Holy Communion, 5pm

14 NO CCD Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

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20 KofC Annual Picnic, 11am

21 YOUTH MASS, 10AM CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am CYM Meeting, 11:30am 28 CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am Welcome Sunday, 10am

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