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Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Today's Gospel sounds puzzling to contemporary readers, but it can be made less so by considering the economic
system which stands behind the parable. A steward is dismissed because he is squandering his master's property. He is called dishonest because he is not serving the interests of the rich man, his employer. In response the steward, in an attempt to ensure favor for himself among the rich man's debtors, brokers repayment of the rich man's loans by foregoing the interest and fees that had been levied to line the steward's pockets. It is this action, in which the steward puts aside his greed and takes the longer perspective in order to enhance his security, which is commended by the rich man. The passage concludes with three morals for the listeners. The first exhorts the listener to be prudent about the use of wealth. Like the steward in the parable, those who would follow Jesus must put transitory affairs in proper perspective. Christians should handle the affairs of temporal life with an eye toward eternal life. The second concerns trustworthiness. Those who can be trusted in small things can also be trusted in great things. If Christians handle money and other passing things responsibly, then they can also be trusted with the affairs of the Kingdom of God. Finally, Jesus tells his listeners that no one can serve two masters simultaneously. God must be put ahead of money. 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 cwoc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Knights of Columbus: Jim Redmond Knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org 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 Ministry: Barbara Larson hospitality@saintmichaelparishfg.org Special Events: Elisa Nyiri specialevents@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ministerio Hispano: Hilda Gonzalez ministeriohispano@saintmichaelparishfg.org Pilipino MInisteryo: Elsie Labrador pinoyministeryo@saintmichaelparishfg.org Bulletin Editor: Lola Rivera bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org
Designated Offering
There will be a designated offering on October 12-13, 2013 for the Food for the Poor organization. Please know that this offering was requested by our Parish and approved by the Chaplaincy Program Budget Advisory Committee (CPBAC) Fort Gordon. Please, consider to be generous for this cause. Thank you. St. Michaels Financial Advisor, Aldo Calvi.
MASS SCHEDULE
Monday & Wednesday: 11:30am Tuesday and Friday: 9:30am Saturday: 4:00pm (English) 5:30pm (Spanish) Sunday: 8:30am and 10:00am Eucharistic Exposition following Tuesday Mass until 4pm.
CONFESSIONS
Saturday: 4:00pm- 4:45pm Sunday: 7:45am-and 9:30am You may also schedule an appointment with the priest for confessions by calling the PLC at 706-791-4829 or plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org
November 8th from 5pm-11pm $30 person $50 couple This is a ticketed first-come,firstserved event. Dont Wait!! Please contact Lola Rivera if you are interested in acquiring your ticket.
Guest Speaker
In these words of the Magnificat, Mary proclaimed to Elizabeth her gratitude for the wonderful action of God in her life. Please join us at a continental breakfast for Catholic women in the CSRA where we will share together in that same spirit of gratitude and praise of God. After a meal, there will be a time of prayer for the needs of all present and an opportunity to hear one womans experience of the transforming love of Christ in her Most Reverend John Kevin Boland, Thirteenth Bishop own life. Please plan to come and bring a friend to rejoice in the presence of the Lord.
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Saturdays at 1730
MASS IN SPANISH
GOOD SHEPHERD CHAPEL
We need Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Eucharistic (EME), Altar Servers, Cantors, Musicians, and Ushers. We need Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Eucharistic (EME), Altar Servers, Do you need training? We will facilitate the training session. Cantors, Musicians, and Ushers. Do youHispano: need training? We will facilitate the training session. Ministerio Hilda Gonzalez, (706) 951-5162 ministeriohisMinisterio pano@saintmichaelparishfg.org Hispano: Hilda Gonzalez, (706) 951-5162 ministeriohispano@saintmichaelparishfg.org
EME and Lectors Training for Spanish Mass on September 11th at 7:30pm at GSC
MINISTRIES NEWS
CWOC- Catholic Women of the Chapel
We would like to invite you to the Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC) Monthly meeting on October 4th at 6pm at Good Shepherd Chapel. Please join us!
Monthly Meeting
UPCOMING EVENTS Faith Study: 7 Deadly Sins, 7 Lively Virtues If you would like to part take in our Faith Study group this year we are having a two sessions. Monday morning at 9:30 at the RE Complex, building 13 and on Thursday evening at 6:30 at the Good Shepherd Chapel. Please contact Andrea Perez to sign-up or for more information. New Book Club! CWOC will be starting a Book Club this year. We will be starting in September but a time, place and date is to be determined. Please contact Andrea Perez for more information and to sign-up. COLLECTIONS FOR CSS: The CWOC will be collecting hygiene products this year for Catholic Social Services. There will be a marked plastic tub in the activity room for donations. Please know that our next meeting will be on Tuesday October 8, 2013 in Bldg. 13 at 1830. The Council will be hosting a Second degree exemplification in conjunction with the monthly meeting. The degree is scheduled to start at 1830 and should last about an hour. So, the social hour will be at 1930 aprox, and the meeting at 2000 aprox. The attire for those attending or observing the degree should be coat and tie. Please contact the Grand Knight Jim Redmond if you have any questions at: knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org
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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
St. Michaels Day will be celebrated on September 29th, the actual feast day, after the 10am Mass. More information to come in upcoming bulletins!!! We need your help to have a successful celebration. If you sing, dance, are a comedian, or have any other talent, this is your chance to share your talent with your Parish. Please contact Elisa Nyiri if you would like to sign up for the entertainment part of the day specialevents@saintmichaelparishfg.org
We are recruiting new volunteers for the different on Mondays ministries that we have in our parish. Contact the 6:30pm-7:30pm Parish Life Coordinator if you are interested in Facilitated by serving our community. There are many open opFr Joseph and DCN Kelley portunities some of them are listed in page 5. Sign up today via email at Please, contact Lola Rivera if you are interested at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org or (706) 791-4829.
Volunteer Today!!!
Welcome Sunday
We will celebrate Welcome Sunday on October 27th after the 10am Mass. Join us for breakfast as we welcome the new families and single soldiers. Please, contact the Welcome Sunday Coordinator Gilda Fontimayor for more information, at welcomesunday@saintmichaelparishfg.org
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Catechists Needed
We are in need of several Catechists and substitute teachers to help with the CCD program, Pre-K through High School. We need a talented person to teach Kindergarten. Co-Teachers and assistants are needed too!! Please contact Kim Besel if you are interested @ recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org
Starting in October, the Youth Ministry will meet weekly. More information to come in the upcoming weeks. Check our website regularly.
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.
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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.
HELP NEEDED!!! The Religious Education program at St. Michaels is in need of substitute teachers and teachers aides. Please contact the RE Coordinators at recoordinator@saintmichaelparish.org if you are interested in being a substitute or aide. Need directions to get to the RE Center? We are here to help you. Please contact us at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org.
RECEIVING SACRAMENTS THIS YEAR? Parents with students enrolling in Sacramental classes, First Holy Communion and Confirmation, will need the students sacramental records, for example, Baptismal Certificate for First Holy Communion and both certificates for Confirmation candidates.
IMPORTANT
All families registering for religious education should also be registered as parishioners at Saint Michaels. Please see Mrs. Lola Rivera, the Parish Life Coordinator to register in the parish. Registration forms can be downloaded from our website: www.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.
If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, and one of you says to them, "Go in peace; keep warm and eat your fill", and yet you do not supply their bodily needs, what is the good of that? So faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead. James 2:15-17
AUGUSTA VIGIL LOCATION Planned Parenthood 1289 Broad Street Augusta, Georgia Augusta Contact: Joel Presley at goodshepherdsc@gmail.com
Vision and mission 40 Days for Life is a focused pro-life campaign with a vision to access Gods power through prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil to end abortion. The mission of the campaign is to bring together the body of Christ in a spirit of unity during a focused 40 day campaign of prayer, fasting, and peaceful activism, with the purpose of repentance, to seek Gods favor to turn hearts and minds from a c ulture of death to a culture of life, thus bringing an end to abortion.
Reservations are required for lunch and must be made by October 11. Call 706-791-1950
OCTOBER 19, 2013 FORT GORDON DARLING HALL CHAMBERLAIN AVE. BUILDING 33720
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The Living Rosary Needs Your Help
The 24th Annual Living Rosary will take place on Sunday, October 6, 2013, at 6:45 p.m. We are looking for 20 Team Leaders from area Catholic organizations, churches and schools to commit by organizing 11 team members to participate in the Living Rosary. For information on getting involved in this event, please contact CWOC or Knights of Columbus to sign up! We need parishioners for two decades. cwoc@saintmichaelparishfg.org knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org.
Insidious: Chapter 2
By Kurt Jensen Catholic News Service NEW YORK (CNS) -- Once again into The Further we go for "Insidious: Chapter 2," although we learn not much more about that astral plane than we did in the 2011 first installment of this fright series. Maybe director James Wan, who shares writing credits with Leigh Whannell, is still figuring out life after death. Anyway, The Further -- which two years ago we called "a reasonably ambitious Halloween house" between the world of the living and Paradise -is merely a darkened studio set with fog machines. Sometimes the righteous among the dolorously departed therein, needing light to spot their pals, carry Coleman lanterns -- sort of like Diogenes looking for an honest man. Lots of moaning goes on there as well. In the original, Wan and Whannell only sent one child, Dalton Lambert (Ty Simpkins) into this less-than -great beyond during one of his dream trances, and father Josh (Patrick Wilson) had to go after him. This time, Josh starts out occupied by a dead person's spirit, which sets up further spooky doings; up to four characters at a time, including Dalton, are Further-bound. You'd think the Lambert family might want to move out of their charming Victorian gingerbread house, or at least buy some WD-40 for all those creaking doors. But no, they stay to tough it out with the spirit world. Their place is haunted -- well, pestered by -- two demonic ghoulies. One, Parker Crane, was a serial killer known as the "Bride in Black" because he wore a wedding gown while slaying 15 people. Though dead, Parker (played by various actors and stunt people) continues to have anger issues because his mother (Danielle Bisutti) -- our other unfriendly ghost -- used to dress him up as a girl. No one tries any exorcising; baseball bats and fists are the preferred weapons for the finale in the basement. We also learn, thanks to a visit to a boarded-up hospital with an intact records room, that Parker was a Catholic. Happily, this informational nugget is not developed. Ghostbusters Specs and Tucker (Whannell and Angus Sampson) return for comic relief, and actress Elise Rainier -- whose character, medium Lin Shaye, was killed in the first film -- evidently signed a two-picture contract. The film contains physical violence, intense scenes involving children and fleeting profane and crude 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/
Join us to welcome the new Parish Council Executive Board and Contractors
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The Order has expanded the Knights of Columbus Essay Contest to all Catholic students in public, private or parochial schools in grades 8,9,10,11 and 12 during the current school year. The contest has also been expanded to go through the different levels of competition to the international level. The theme of the essay contest is The Importance of Religious Freedom. The contest opens the doors of young minds, enabling the entrants to be creative, thoughtful and introspective in their work. The 2012 National winner received $300. As Catholics we are called to participate in the political life of our country. This can be difficult at times because our beliefs are often misunderstood and unpopular. Also, laws and regulations from our governments can be contrary to our beliefs and threaten to force us to violate our conscience. Discuss the challenges we face in this area, the importance of religious freedom, and the idea of the Catholic in the public square. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the contest. Participants are required to furnish written parental consent. For entry forms and additional information contact: Timothy McCarthy at 706-831-1104. The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1,843,587 million members in over 14,000 local councils. The 2012 contribution record includes donations of more than $167.5 million to charity and the volunteering by members of more than 70 million hours of service.
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. If you are interested, please, contact Mrs. Lola Rivera at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org or 706-791-4829 or 443-2231125. Thank you.
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.
DATE 9/28/2013
TIME 4:00
9/29/2013 St Michael's
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R. Truelove E. Hadloc
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
You made us for yourself, Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests
in you." In this creative restlessness beats and pulsates what is most deeply human - the search for truth, the insatiable need for the good, hunger for freedom, nostalgia for the beautiful, and the voice of conscience.- Blessed John Paul II, Redeemer of Man, 18
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.
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
LITURGICAL LIFE
Weekend Masses Saturday 16:00 17:30 (Spanish) Sunday 08:30 & 10:00 Daily Mass Mon & Wed 11:30 Tue & Fri 09:30 Mon-Friday DDEAMC 11:45 Reconciliation Saturday 15:00 Sunday 07:30 Rosary Saturday 15:30 Sunday 08:00 Communion (Sick/ Homebound): Father Joseph Lea Weddings and Baptism Contact PLC Liturgy Deacon Dave Kriegel Adoration Wednesday 18:30 Religious Education (RE) Sunday 11:30 Children (REC) off RCIA (RSO)
Lt/Col Karl Strellner Bonnie Cartwright (child) Ian Lange (3 month-old) Asha Reji
Bea Nikoi John Bacon Izzy Rodriguez Cathy Musha Edsel J.F
Anita Smith Dinah Guilfoyle Georgia Foster Marj Spitek Maria Colon
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.
Pulpit Announcements
Please know that all weekend announcements should be sent by Friday noon to plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org
Catholic Radio
You can listen live Catholic programs that will be featured on Saint Paul Radio by going to their website: saintpaulradio.org.
Stewardship
Attendance: 404 Offering: $1,835.26
Thank You
September 2013
Sun 1 NO CCD Class NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA Mon 2 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm Tue 3 Parish Council, 5:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 10 KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 17 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 24 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm Wed 4 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 11 9/11 Special Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm 18 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 5 Thu Fri 6 Daily Mass, 9:30am CWOC Monthly Meeting, 6pm 7 Sat
8 CCD Class, 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 15 CATECHECICAL
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14 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 21 Confessions, 3pm English Mass, 4pm Spanish Mass, 5:30pm
CCD Class, 8:30am Youth Mass, 10am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 22 POW/MIA Special Mass, 10am CCD Class, 8:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 29 ST MICHAELS NO CCD Class, NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA
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1 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Parish Council, 5:30pm Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 6 CCD Class, 8:30am Parish Council Installation & contractors, 10am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 13 FOOD for POOR CCD Classes, 8:30am NO Coffee and Theology & RCIA 7 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 8 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 15 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 22 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm 29 Daily Mass, 9:30am Exposition after Mass until 4pm. Study of the Gospels, 7:30pm
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