MASSES AND INTENTIONS
THIS WEEKEND OF
AUGUST 20-21, 2016
Saturday 5:00 PM Mass
Intention: James Fitzpatrick, Sr. (RIP)
Requested By: Paul & Edwina Fitzpatrick
Sunday 8:00 AMMass
Intention:St. Therese Parishioners
Sunday10:30 AMMass
Intention: Walter Hamilton (RIP)
Requested By: John Wynne
WEEK OF
AUGUST 22-26, 2016
Monday12:00 NoonMass
Intention: Paul Fitzpatrick (RIP)
Requested By: JoAnn Archie
TuesdayNo Mass
Wednesday 12:00 Noon Mass
Intention: William K. Knarr, II (RIP)
ThursdayNo Mass
FridayNo Mass
THIS WEEKEND OF
AUGUST 27-28, 2016
Saturday 5:00 PM Mass
Intention: Julia & Robert Cason and
Anna & Robert Dugin (RIP)
Requested By: Bob & Phyllis Dugin
Sunday 8:00 AMMass
Intention: St. Therese Parishioners
Sunday10:30 AMMass
Intention: Fr. Robert Cummins for a restful retirement
DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS
Daily Readings may be found at the
website.
ST. THERESE’S TABERNACLE CANDLE
August 22-28, 2016
In Memory of: Marcella Drechsel
Altar Flowers
Donated By: Ana Raterman
In Honor of our mom’s birthday from your children
BLESSED SACRAMENT CHAPEL
VASE FLOWERS
Perpetual living memorial for Anna Lupei
"To whom much is given, much is expected." Luke 12:48
OPERATING BUDGET
Fiscal Year 7/1/16 through 6/30/2017
Annual operating expense budget:$540,244
OFFERTORY
Actual 8/14/2016: $6,374.02
Gifts were in envelopes and in loose cash/checks with a total Weekend Mass attendance total of 359
Other contributions 8/14/2016 not used for operations totaled $515.00
In addition we received E-giving support this week totaling
$1,066.00
ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF
ELECTRONIC GIVING
St. Therese wants to remind you that we offer electronic giving as a way to automate your regular weekly offering. Electronic giving offers convenience for individual congregation members and provides much-needed donation consistency for our congregation.
Direct Debit Giving is used to automatically transfer funds from your checking or savings account to the church's bank account.
Credit & Debit Card Giving lets you make offerings automatically on a pre-determined schedule using a credit or debit card.
Online Giving lets you go to at any time to set up an automatic donation plan, change your donation plan, make a one-time donation or view your online donation history. As you contemplate future contributions, please consider electronic giving. Authorization forms and additional information are available from the church office.
We can accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express,
Debit Cards, and savings/checking drafts.
AUGUST 8, 2016 UPDATE
On August 8, 2016 attendance included 42 players (7parishioners) and 13 volunteers. The night's deposit of $931.50 will be used for gaming expenses and donations to St. Therese. Donations for 2016 now total $21,000; these funds will be used for unbudgeted items and special projects. To volunteer, even one Monday night per month, please call Terry at 824-9028 or Carol at 694-4915. We will be closed September 5th and December 26th.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Volunteers are needed in the following positions for the Faith Formation program: 5th Grade Catechist, Middle and High School Catechists, Youth Activity Chaperones, Library Assistants; Arts and Environment assistants. Please contact Nadine McGrady at 693-5939 or for questions or to volunteer.
FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2016-2017 Faith Formation program will begin August 21, 2016. Registration will be available for Children’s Ministry (Pre-K through 5th grade); Middle School and High School Youth Ministry as well as Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation). Contact Nadine McGrady at 693-5939 or for more information.
K-5 PARENT MEETING
There will be a meeting for all parents of children in Pre-K through 5th Grade Faith Formation program on Sunday, September 11, 2016 at 9:15 AM in the Parish Social Hall. This meeting will explain changes in the program, an opportunity to register children for classes and/or Sacrament Preparation. Ann Martin will speak to parents of students eligible for First Reconciliation and Eucharist. Students will meet in their respective classes during the meeting. For questions contact Nadine McGrady at 693-5939 or .
FREE FINANCIAL & CREDIT MANAGEMENT SEMINAR
Free Financial & Credit Management Seminar presented by Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia (CCEVA). Learn from the experts at our Free at our free seminar on September 10 at 10:00 AM. Free credit score, free information, free lunch! Space is limited, so RSVP now at 804-205-1223 extension 1.
MORNING BIBLE STUDY GROUP
The morning Bible Study Group will resume its weekly meetings on September 8th. The group meets on Thursday mornings from 10:15 to 11:45 AM. Various sections or themes of the Bible are discussed in an informal setting. The next six-week segment will discuss “Thessalonians – Stand Firm in Faith” New participants are always welcomed. If interested, or would like more information, please call Doris Melancon at 693-0311 or Sid Dugas at 642-5869.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS IN NEED OF
SCHOOL SUPPLIES!!
Going back to school shopping can be fun for many families, but for the families Catholic Charities' serves it is a very stressful time. With few resources, many cannot afford to purchase school supplies for their children or for the grandchildren in their care. Catholic Charities is looking for donations of the following school supplies: Backpacks, liquid glue, Glue Sticks, Wide-Rule spiral notebooks, PLAIN COVERS please, Colored pencils, crayons, washable markers (Wide/Broad tip), Dry Erase markers, #2 Plain pencils, Scissors, 3' x 5' index cards, 2 pocket/3 prong folders (red, green, yellow, blue and purple), Highlighters, Zippered pencil case, Wide rule paper, Black and white marble composition notebook, 3-ring binders (1" size) & Kleenex. We have a box set up in the Commons near the office for you to place purchased school supplies. Thank you in advance
for your help & support!
FOR HEALING AFTER ABORTION
For healing after abortion, a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat, sponsored by Church of the Epiphany, will be held September 30th through October 2, 2016, at Shalom House Retreat Center in Montpelier, Virginia. This retreat is for women and men who have known regret, sorrow, guilt, or shame from abortion. The weekend is a confidential retreat that combines living scripture meditations, spiritual exercises, and discussions in a guided process that leads to the heart of God’s love and compassion. If you would like to learn more about this retreat you can contact Marty Montgomery-Jennings at 804-704-0429, or Maggie Carlson at 804-432-2589 or email: . Visit our website:
PRAYER FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS
Lord, please protect all kids and adults heading back to elementary/middle/high school/college, for the new year...keep them in Your loving care, and help them to stay focused on their studies, and goals. Please help them to grow in holiness, and to serve You and others, during their busy days. Please keep them safe from harm and evil, and may they stay close to You always.
In Jesus' name, we pray...Amen.
A QUOTE FROM POPE FRANCIS
We must restore hope to young people, help the old, be open to the future, spread love. Be poor among the poor. We need to include the excluded and preach peace. Pope Francis