ST. MARY CHURCH
ARDMORE, OKLAHOMA JULY 11, 2010
MONDAY JULY 12, 2010
12:07 PM @Mercy Memorial Hospital Chapel
UMembers of the Purgatorial Society
TUESDAY JULY 13, 2010
5:30 PM Intention for dignity & respect for all life.
WEDNESDAY JULY 14, 2010
9:00 AM Intention for an end to Christian disunity.
(Coffee social at the Annex after Mass)
THURSDAY JULY 15, 2010
9:00 AM UFather Michael Hughes
FRIDAY JULY 16, 2010
12:07 PM UPatrick Gardali – St. Lawrence Guild
SATURDAY JULY 17, 2010
5:30 PM St. Mary Church (English Mass)
Int. Denise Kopera – Shirley Remondino
7:30 PM St. Mary Church (Spanish Mass)
SUNDAY JULY 18, 2010
10:45 AM St. Mary Church (English Mass)
For the people of the parish
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
SATURDAY JULY 17, 2010 5:30 P.M.
Lectors: Jim DeLano, Bob Bates (A)
C. Ministers: Catherine Biddick, Chris & Wendy Craddock, Pablo Fuego, Katherine Brodie
Acolytes: Gavin Seatherston, Charlie Tanner
Ushers: Bob Petz, Tim Vandagriff, Portia Fuego
Offering: Ushers
SUNDAY JULY 18, 2010 10:45 A.M.
Lectors: Kathleen Maher, Mary White (A)
C. Ministers: Ray Butler, Eugene & Joan Riotte,
Dana Trueblood, Jose Romo
Cross Bearer: Heidi Rivera
Acolytes: Braxton Voorhies, Jessica Metzer
Ushers: Louisa Baker, Don Schroeder, Zach Allen
Offering: Ushers
R Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Blood Drive” July 25th 9am – 12 noon. Our goal is 23 units and we could really use your help. Summer vacations make the need for blood donations. Sign up at church or call the office or my home (580) 795-5976 or cell 795-6425. JP
The collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC) is July 17-18, 2010. The CCC provides faith-based resources through the Internet, television, radio, and print media, both in our diocese and across the world.
John Glennan, Jr., Charlie Tanner, Tom Yost. Continue to pray for those listed on the July prayer sheet inserted last week. Additional copies are in the vestibule.
Please remember in your prayers Ricardo Olivarez (Armando Olivarez’s dad) who passed away 6/27/10.
Youth Group Meetings are scheduled from
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on the following dates:
7-11-10, 7-25-10, 8-8-10, and 8-22-10. Tom & Jeanetta Betzen
FAITH FORMATION
“On site consent forms” need to be filled out and returned to the church office as soon as possible. One needs to be filled out for each child enrolled in the Faith Formation classes. If you did not have enough mailed to you, please pick up extras.
If your family did not receive one, or if you are new to the parish, please stop in the office to pick up a letter and the “on site consent forms”. Children that are 3 years old by September 1, 2010 and all youth through 12th grade are encouraged to be a part of the program Sunday mornings starting August 29th.
Julie Hunnicutt, DRE
When cleaning out closets or cabinets, etc., please keep St. Mary Thrift Shop in mind for kitchenware, household items, knickknacks and clean summer clothes. We take everything but TVs and large appliances. For questions you may call Linda Mary at home 223-0071. The Thrift Shop is open Monday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mark your calendar for the parish family picnic. It will be this Sunday, July 11th, 4:30-7:30 p.m. out at Keith and Mary Whites' house. They live north of Dickson and have a swimming pool for anyone wishing to swim. Every family is asked to bring a salad, vegetable or dessert. Chicken, beverages and bread will be furnished. It is hoped your family will come out and enjoy the fellowship. If you don't like the heat, the house is big enough to enjoy visiting inside in the air conditioning. The Whites will have chairs, but if you wish you may bring a lawn chair.
Directions: Off of Hwy 199 head north on Hwy 177, when you cross the Washita River bridge go 1½ miles and look for the Washita Valley Sod sign, turn left (west) and this road takes you to their home.
St. Lawrence Guild
is in need of food for their pantry.
Thank you for your support!
ATTENTION YOUNG MEN 15 AND OLDER
During the last few weeks, there has been printed in the parish bulletin an opportunity article DIRECTED SPECIFICALLY TO YOU.
NOW IS DECICISION TIME
FINAL CALL, DO NOT MISS OUT!
(I must know by Monday, July 12th.)
Once again this summer…the Archdiocese is conducting a vocation camp at Our Lady of Guadalupe camp (near Oklahoma City) on Wednesday, August 4 at 5 p.m. through Friday August 6 at noon. This three-day program offers the opportunity to learn what religious life is all about from priests and seminarians currently studying for the priesthood. This is a fun opportunity to get together with other young adults and learn more about vocations.
There is NO charge, but transportation is on your own. Charlie Tanner may be able to take up to three people to camp on August 4, but will not be able to bring them back on August 6. CONTACT Charlie Tanner (580) 226-1507 for more information or to register.
The Hispanic ministry will have a dinner next
Sunday, July 18th from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
in the parish hall. The cost is $7.00 plate,
which includes a drink & dessert.
NURSING CONFERENCE - second annual Faith Community Nurse conference. “Are You Ready,” will be held Thursday, Aug. 19, from 8am to 4:15 pm, at First Presbyterian Church, 1001 NW 25 Street. The day will focus on preparing the Faith Community Nurse and Congregation for emergencies as well as exploring new prayer practices in times of crisis. Cost is $40 for FCNAOK members; $60 for non-members; $45 for clergy, health ministers, and students if reserved before Aug. 6. Checks are payable to FCNAOK: Attn: Maria Avers, treasurer, 820552 South 3320 Rd, Wellston, OK 74881. For more information, contact Marilyn Seiler at 405-334-1630 or .
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: The good Samaritan was also a good steward, giving his time and his treasure to meet his neighbor’s need. At the end of this familiar story, Jesus urges His hearers—and us—to go and do the same.
In June – St. Lawrence Guild helped 231 people
Balance on 5/26/10 $2,202.16
Income all sources $1,393.25
Expenses (all sources) $2,372.55
(Electric, gas, water, rent, operating expense)
Balance on 6/24/10 $1,222.86
Can you spend one weekend this year to bring Jesus Christ into your daily life? There is one remaining retreat left this summer at St. Gregory’s Abbey located in Shawnee to help you achieve this goal.
August 6th – 8th, Daring to Live the Challenge of Christ, led by Fr. Charles Buckley, O.S.B. One of the sources for the reflections of this retreat is Why Not? Daring to Live the Challenge of Christ by William J. O’Malley, S.J. O’Malley has published nine books addressing modern-day Christians, calling them to find way to incorporate their faith in Jesus Christ into their daily life.
Registration begins at 6 p.m. on the Friday evening of the retreat in the St. Gregory’s University Residence Hall Lobby. Opening session is at 8 p.m. The retreats will end by 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Cost for the retreat is $80/person in advance, $85 at registration. Without lodging, $50 in advance, $55 at registration. Meals are included. Special payment plans may be arranged.
Charlie Tanner can take up to three people with him to the session, leaving on Friday, August 6th at 4:15 p.m. and returning after lunch on Sunday. He may be reached @ (580) 226-1507.
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK
JERRY’S GUN SHOP
LOAVES & FISHES JULY ASSIGNMENT
14-16 oz. canned peaches
Please be generous!
Music books & a microphone are still missing from the closet and choir loft. If you borrowed these, please return them. These are needed in church so that they will be available for all Masses.
No. of No. of Weekly Amount AmountDate: 7/3-4/10 Families People Attendance Needed Received
Ardmore:
Poor Box / 325 / 662 / Saturday 117
Saturday (Spanish) 70
Sunday 120 / $5,000.00 / $2,662.76 (all)
$245.00
Phase Two of our Capital Improvement Campaign: Parishioners are asked to contribute according to their means to the $320,000 now being raised for the new rectory.
Status of Building Fund
GOAL #Donors Cash & Pledges Cash Received Money Spent
$450,000.00$320,000- Rectory / 93 / $435,842.81 / $397,755.65 / $131,434.02
***Please place your checks for the “Building Fund” in the second collection. This is kept separate from the regular contributions. You may also use the red-bordered “Building Fund” envelopes in the vestibule or denote on the check. These will be posted to your account.