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5 June 15-16, 2013ISSUE 24

Welcome to Good Shepherd Chapel

Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Before Lent began we were reading Luke's version of the Sermon on the Mount, which is known as the Sermon
on the Plain. Today's Gospel passage is taken from the following chapter of Luke's Gospel. The concern of this chapter, as well as in Chapters 8 and 9, is Jesus' identity as the Messiah, one who is greater than a prophet. Throughout the chapter Jesus has been performing miracles similar to those done by Old Testament prophets. When John the Baptist sent some of his disciples to Jesus to ask who he was, Jesus listed the miracles they had seen him perform and then compared himself with John the Baptist to show that he was greater than John. In today's Gospel Jesus sits down to eat a meal at the house of Simon, a Pharisee. A sinful woman approaches him, falls to her knees, wets his feet with her tears, dries them with her hair, and then anoints them with oil. A similar scene occurs in the other three Gospels, but in those versions the anointing takes place in Bethany, near Jerusalem, before Passover. In the other three Gospels, this anointing is related to his being proclaimed king by the crowds when he entered Jerusalem. It also related to his being anointed as a preparation for his burial. In Luke the anointing takes place north, in Galilee, early in his ministry. Simon the Pharisee challenges Jesus, telling him that a prophet would surely know that a sinful person was touching him. Jesus responds by telling a story about the true nature of forgiveness. Two men owe money. One owes an amount that would equal 500 days' wages. The other owes 50 days' wages. Yet the moneylender forgives the debt of both when they ask him. Simon is forced to admit that the one who had the bigger debt canceled probably loves the moneylender more. After telling the story, Jesus turns to the woman and tells her that her sins are forgiven. In this scene we see that Jesus does more than heal physical ailments, as prophets of the past had done. He also forgives sins. This leaves the crowd to ask, Who is this who even forgives sins? This question is answered in Chapter 9 by Peter when he professes that Jesus is the Messiah and at the Transfiguration when the voice from heaven declares, This is my chosen Son. Today's reading ends with the first three verses of Chapter 8. At first they may seem unconnected to the scene that has come before. But they serve to show Jesus' ministry beginning to move from one town and village to another, proclaiming the Kingdom of God, until he eventually arrives in Jerusalem. He is accompanied not just by the Twelve but by a group of women, three of whom Luke names. It is significant that they are linked with the Twelve, and they seem to be equally important to Jesus' ministry. It is the women who provide for the needs of these travelers out of their own resources. Although in Palestinian society women had a much lesser role than men, in Luke's Gospel they are shown as equals. Retrieved from http://www.loyola.com/sundayconnection.

Parish Staff
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 CWOC: Andrea Perez (707)365-7253 mccw@saintmichaelparishfg.org Knights of Columbus: Tim McCarthy
Knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Parish Picnic is Canceled!!!

To avoid heat stroke and sunburn, we have decided to cancel the Parish Picnic scheduled for June 22nd. We will celebrate our Parish Picnic sometime in the beginning of Fall, when the weather temperatures are not so extreme. More information to come soon!! We truly apologize for the inconvenience.

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

Fourth of July Celebration

Breakfast after 10 Mass in the activity room. All are welcome!
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) Due to the Fourth of July upcoming celebrations, we would like to inform you that Weekday Mass, Adoration, and Chorus Practice are CANCELED on Wednesday July 3rd .

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

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
CWOC- Catholic Women of the Chapel (formally MCCW)
We would like to invite you to the Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC) Installation Ceremony to install the new officers who will serve during Fiscal Year 14. The ceremony will be held on July 21 at 8:30am at Good Shepherd Chapel. Please join us! UPCOMING EVENTS

Monthly Meeting
Please know that our next meeting will be on Tuesday July 9th, 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

COLLECTIONS FOR CSS: The CWOC (formally MCCW) will be collecting hygiene products this year for Catholic Social Services. There will be a marked plastic tub in the activity room for donations. MISSIONARY WORK: Volunteer with the Missionaries of Charity in Atlanta. Contact mccwfg@yahoo.com if you are interested in this opportunity. Must be VIRTUS trained and participate in background check. DEFENDING THE FAITH CONFERENCE: July 26-28 Steubenville, OH Open to first 5 ladies who respond. $100 refundable deposit - If you didn't get the email from MCCWFG respond and I will add you to the list. You don't want to miss it! Here's a link: http://www.franciscanconferences.com/conference-group/defending-the-faith-conference/

Knights of Columbus Website

The Knights Website is updated with new links to Supreme, GA ST Council, Fr. McGivney Guild and St Michael's Parish Web page. Brother Bill Best continues to improve our Site and its capabilities. You can now make a donation to our Council Charities on-line. Note Donations to our Council Charities are not Tax Deductible per IRS Rules. You may visit the new website at http://www.kofc14773.org/

Altar Servers Training!!!

There will be NO Altar Servers training session this month. We will announce the next session as soon as the date and time is released. We apologize for the inconvenience. For more information, please contact the Altar Servers Coordinator, Alex Besel at (706) 855 -9275 or

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

Food Drive Continues

Thanks to everyone for you generous donations (500 Lbs) 40 Items for Lent. Our Food Drive continues because Sister Janet always needs help for the less fortunate of our community. Please continue to be generous.

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

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.

Council Installation Ceremony July 20th 2013 @ 6pm Good Shepherd Chapel Attention EMEs, Lectors and Ushers
The parish has recently purchased a new software to make easier to update online our liturgical schedules, and ministry coverage in case of need. This new tool requires ministers to have access to Internet. As we begin with this transition, we ask you to confirm your email address with the Liturgy Schedule coordinator, Brian Musha. Having your accurate email is essential to communicate with you. Thank you in advance for your help! Please, send your email to Mr. Musha, lemuschedule@saintmichaelparihsfg.org

ATTENTION FACEBOOK USERS!

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.

Book Club Discussion

on Mondays

6:30pm-7:30pm
Facilitated by Fr Joseph and DCN Kelley Sign up
today via email at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Military Archdiocese Website

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

Cancelled until further notice

No Weekday Mass and Adoration on Wednesday July 3rd, due to 4th July

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Last week, the Knights of Columbus presented two special awards at the end of the Mass. The first award was presented to Knight Council Bill Best and his family. They received the Family of The Month Certificate. Additionally, Brother Bill received a Certificate of Appreciation from Grand Knight Tim McCarthy for constructing and maintaining the Council's Web Site as Web Master. The Second award was presented to past Grand Knight (PGK) Sir Knight Allen Larson. He was awarded the GA State Knight of the Year. The certificate was presented by GK Tim McCarthy. In addition to these two awards, several other knights received Certificates including Sir Knight Loren Simpson - GA State Family of The Year and Faithful Navigator Sir Knight Bill Holt Chairman of GA Split the Pot Raffle raising $1035 of which $672 will be presented to Coordinated Health Services of Augusta. Thank you very much to all of you for your continued support to the Knights of Columbus and St. Michaels Parish.

YOUTH MINISTRY news

YOUTH MASS
Steubenville Conference in ATL this summer!
Steubenville Conference Atlanta, dates July 18 to 21, 2013. Go to lifeteen.com, click on events, then go to Steubenville Atlanta for more information. Open to all 8th to 12th graders at no cost to families. Call Laura Pizzi if you are interested @ 706-799-2389.

Is OFF for the Summer!!!

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

Brother Bill Best and his lovely wife, Chela, and their daughters, Abbie and Izzie receiving by GK Tim McCarthy their awards at the Saturday 5pm Mass. Congratulations!

PRAYER FOR HOLY FATHER POPE FRANCIS I

Let us pray for our New Holy Father, the Successor of St Peter, Pope Francis I. Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, and my entire will, All I have and call my own. You have given all to me. To you, Lord, I return it. Everything is yours; do with it what you will. Give me only your love and your grace, that is enough for me.

Visit us at http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org
PGK Allen Larson receiving his award from GK Tim McCarthy. Congratulations!

Korean Catholic Comm. of St. Joseph

Korean Catholic Community of St. Joseph Church would like to invite all Korean speaking Catholics to the Mass in Korean on Sundays at 12:30 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Lumpkin Road. Also, the Korean Community has Mass on Wednesdays at 9:30 am, Thursdays at 7:30 pm and Fridays at 7:30 pm at 3970 Belair Road. There will be a RCIA class in Korean starting on Sunday, May 12, 2013 in St. Nicholas Hall at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 11:00 am. The class will be led by Father Joseph Kim. If you of anyone who is Korean that would like to become Catholic or has any questions please contact Father Kim at (762) 3335354. Send us an email if you are celebrating your wedding anniversary this month at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Are you celebrating your b-day soon? Send us an email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Religious Education Teacher Training on July 20, 2013. 9 am- 2 pm Bldg 13 RE Complex - All current and new teachers please attend. New AMS curriculum standards will be introduced. Get refreshed, renewed and ready for the new school year!

Movie Review
Man of Steel
By John Mulderig Catholic News Service
NEW YORK (CNS) -- "Man of Steel" (Warner Bros.), director Zack Snyder's take on the familiar narrative of Superman. We all know the basic outlines of the tale: Born on distant Krypton, as an infant the iconic comic book hero (Henry Cavill) is sent to Earth by his parents (Russell Crowe and Ayelet Zurer) so that he can escape his doomed home planet's imminent destruction. Landing in the American heartland, he's adopted by the Kents (Kevin Costner and Diane Lane) who instill positive values and try to protect his secret. In the version at hand, screenwriter David S. Goyer's script weaves back and forth in time to fill us in on these facts even as investigative reporter -- and future love interest -- Lois Lane (Amy Adams) is hot on the trail of the adult Superman's true identity. Though she's ultimately ambivalent about the consequences of unmasking the mildmannered drifter -- his career as Lois' colleague still lies in the future -- intergalactic events overtake her. General Zod (Michael Shannon), an old enemy of Superman's father Jor-El, arrives from space and threatens humanity with annihilation unless Superman surrenders to him. Flashbacks have already shown us Zod's fascist tendencies and his failed coup against the lawful government of Krypton. Ironically, the sentence of exile Zod and his confederates received as punishment following their defeat saved them from perishing in Krypton's apocalypse. Zod's ultimatum brings the obvious parallels between Superman and Jesus to the fore, and neither Goyer nor Snyder shows any reluctance to highlight them. As he ponders whether to sacrifice himself to save the human race, Superman visits a church and seeks the advice of a clergyman. During their conversation, he stands against the backdrop of a stained-glass window showing Jesus at prayer in the garden of Gethsemane. Dialogue reveals in passing that Superman has reached the symbolically significant age of 33. And, as he launches himself into flight at one point, the superhero extends his arms in the manner of Christ on the cross. Along with these theological flourishes, "Man of Steel" also includes plot details that touch on real-life moral issues. Thus Zod is committed to a form of eugenics that arose on Krypton in the lead-up to its disintegration. Under this scheme, children were bred to fulfill a predetermined social role and their lives before birth were spent not in their mothers' wombs, but in an artificial atmosphere within which they were nurtured en masse. Superman's parents were completely opposed to this system, and saw to it that Superman became the first child on Krypton in many years born in the natural way. Their clashing views on this subject constituted one of the sources of conflict between Zod and Jor-El. Flash forward, and Zod's motivation in tracking Superman down is shown to be connected to his efforts to perpetuate the race of their vanished planet by a return to his favored method of social and genetic engineering. All of this might have been explored at some length had there not been a huge budget for special effects to expend. Or perhaps there was the lurking fear that adolescent boys would be bored by such subtleties. Whatever the cause, all human interest the picture initially contains yields, in the end, to pure chaotic spectacle. Superman and his adversaries hurl each other about; skyscrapers are leveled and oil trucks ignited. Then it's on to more of the same in a different locale. The film contains much intense but bloodless violence, a fleeting sexual advance and occasional crude and crass language. The Catholic News Service classification is AIII -- adults. Retrieved from http://www.catholicnews.com/

Use the suggestion box located in the hallway to nominate yourself or another candidate for any of the positions (President, Vice-President, Secretary and Financial Advisor). Thank you.

Donate your used American Flags

Knights of Columbus are collecting unserviceable flags for Retirements until June 1st.
You may deposit your donations in a box marked Flagged in the activity room Contact Bill Holt for more information @ ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Visit us at http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org

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NOTE: TV MASSES, LIVE OR RECORDED DO NOT FULFILL OUR SUNDAY DUTY, BUT THEY ARE A GREAT WAY TO HEAR THE WORD OF GOD. FEEL FREE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS.

We are looking for a parishioner who would like to live stream or just record the Saturday 5pm Mass at least while the Parish Life Coordinator is on maternity leave. If you are interested, please, contact Mrs. Lola Rivera at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org or 706-791-4829 or 443-223-1125. Thank you.

Prayer for Vocations

Join us as we pray for Vocations, priesthood, deaconate and Religious Life. O God, Father of all Mercies, Provider of a bountiful Harvest, send Your Graces upon those You have called to gather the fruits of Your labor; preserve and strengthen them in their lifelong service of you. Open the hearts of Your children that they may discern Your Holy Will; inspire in them a love and desire to surrender themselves to serving others in the name of Your son, Jesus Christ. Teach all Your faithful to follow their respective paths in life guided by Your Divine Word and Truth. Through the intercession of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary, all the Angels, and Saints, humbly hear our prayers and grant Your Church's needs, through Christ, our Lord.

ST MICHAELS FOR LIFE ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Rachels Vineyard Ministry
If you have feelings of grief, anxiety, guilt, depression, emotional or spiritual problems due to a past abortion know that you are not alone. The Rachels Vineyard Ministry is here to help with professional counseling, Post Abortion Healing Retreats and emotional support. This ministry provides retreats several times/year. For additional information in upcoming retreats to our area, please contact Stephanie May 912-201-4059 scmay@diosav.org. Complete confidentiality will be honored at all times.

Pro-Life Mass & Rosary

For your information, there is a Mass the first Saturday of each month at Saint Mary on the Hill, 9:15 am followed by a Pro-Life Rosary at Preferred Health Center right after (approximately 10:15am). This activity is NOT organized by our parish, but you are invited to participate to support the Right to Life.

Abortion Alternatives
Birthright of Augusta (706) 733-LOVE Augusta Care Pregnancy Center (706) 724-3733

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. 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

DATE 6/22/2013

TIME 5:00

LECTOR M. Corbett B. Musha

EME G. Strellner J. Strellner T. Cruz G. Cody M. Colon E. Huter M. Rodriguez A. Rodriguez

USHER E. Greenwood J. Garcia R. Ruiz K. Simmons T. Miller C. Quezaire I. Rodriguez J. Varner

6/23/2013

8:30

M. Carrington P. Johnson

10:00

R. Truelove T. Phair

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.

PLCs Office Hours

Officially from this week, the Parish Life Coordinator will be working from home until further notice. She is available to assist you with registrations, Sacramental inquires, PO requests, and any other needs via phone, and email when needed. Parish office hours will be only on Wednesday from 8am-12pm Parish office hours may change due to meetings or other duties with no notice. If you need immediate assistance, please contact the PLC (706) 993-1816 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 off for the Summer. Our next Parish Council Meeting will be on the First Tuesday of August. 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.

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives to all men generously and without reproaching, and it will be given him. St. James

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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

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.

CCD Will resume in August

Have a safe summer!

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.

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, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 12pm.

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 SFC Nathan Varner CW3 James Omer Cote CPT Bontea SrA James Varner Lt/Col Karl Strellner

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) off RCIA (RSO)

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. 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

Clemencia Faulkner Bonnie Cartwright (child) Kathryn Marie Evangelista

Helen Smiegocki Fidelis Henn Izzy Rodriguez Ian Lange (3 month-old)

Bea Nikoi Angela Blancos Georgia Foster Edward Gladd

Dinah Guilfoyle John Bacon Maria Perez Cathy Musha

PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF SOUL

Please remember in your prayers those brothers and sisters who departed with the hope of eternal life.

Antonia Caro-Baena

Antonio Martinez

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: 341 Offering: $1,646.75
Thank You

June 2013
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Altar Servers Training @ 12pm

2 CORPUS CHRISTI Mass and procession, 9am (only this mass) Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 9 Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

3 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

4 Council Meeting 5:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 11 KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

5 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 12 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 19 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 26 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

10 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

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16 FATHERS DAY! Fathers Day Reception, 11am @ Freedom Park Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 23 Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

17 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

18 Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

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22 NO Parish Picnic, It is CANCELED until further notice.

24 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

25 Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

27 KofC 1st Degree, 7pm, Bldg 13.

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30 WELCOME SUNDAY Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

July 2013
Sun Mon
1 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

Tue
2 Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

Wed
3 Daily Mass,CANCELED Adoration, CANCELED Choir Rehearsal , CANCELED. 4

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7 Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

8 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

9 KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

10 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

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13 Altar Servers Training @ 12pm CWOC Retreat, 6:30pm (more info in page 2) 20 KofC Council Installation Ceremony, 6pm CWOC Retreat, 6:30pm (more info in page 2) 27 CWOC Retreat, 6:30pm (more info in page 2)

14 Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

15 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

16 Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

17 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

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21 CWOC Installation Ceremony at 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

22 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

23 Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

24 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

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28 Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

29 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

30 Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm

31 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm