This message includes the following:
- Home School Resources and Volunteers Needed
- Need for Catechists
- Sisters in Faith
- Stewardship Station
- Prayers Before Mass
- Festival Workers Lunches
- Meeting for HomeBound Ministry
- Backpack 2 School Bash
- Fall Festival
- Stop Your Tax Dollars From Funding Abortion
- Read one Spiritual Book
- Schoenstatt Movement
- Lifeteen Youth Group
- Help Needed
- Koffee Klatch
- Funeral Mass for Jean Caputa
Calendar
Saturday, July 17:
- 4:30 Vigil Mass
Sunday, July 18:
- 8:30 Mass
- 11:00 Mass
- 1:00 Spanish Mass
- 5:00 -7:00 Youth Group
Monday, July 19:
- 9:00 Mass
- 10:00 Case for Jesus
- 10:15 Online Rosary
- 6:30 Case for Jesus
Tuesday, July 20:
- 9:00 Trailer Tuesday
- 10:00 DJM
- 10:15 Online Rosary
- 12:00 Mass
- 12:30 DJM
- 1:00 Women's Guild
Wednesday, July 21:
- 10:00 Prayer Ministry
- 10:15 Online Rosary
- 12:00 -2:00 Mass/ Adoration
- 1:00 RCIA
- 1:30 Catechism in a Year (Room 5)
- 6:00 pm Mass (Spanish)
Thursday, July 22:
- 9:00 Mass
- 10:00 SVDP
- 10:15 Online Rosary
Friday, July 23:
- 9:00-11:00 Mass and Adoration
- 10:15 Online Rosary
- 4:00 Grace Force (Marian Hall)
Homeschool Resources and Support
*Volunteers Needed*
The parish would like to begin a home-school assistance program for families who are currently or would like to begin homeschooling their children. Experienced homeschool parents, retired teachers, teacher-aides, mentors, crafters, and anyone interested in helping to support this mission/program get off to a great start are invited to contact Linda McKnight: adultformation@stfrancisblairsville.com
Need for Catechists!
The Religious education of our youth is extremely important to our Parish and we are in need of your help! In order to have Religious Education classes begin in August, we need teachers! If you are interested in becoming a teacher or just want to learn more please contact communications@stfrancisblairsville.com who will put you in contact with Caroline Lucas
Sisters In Faith Meets Tomorrow!
Sisters in Faith Meet the 3rd Friday this month, which means we have a meeting next Friday! The topic is Seeing Through God's Eyes: How we can see others with the eyes of God. 10:00-12:30 in Marian Hall on Friday, July 16. All are welcome. Please bring a friend!
Stewardship Station
How does Confession work?
Penance and Reconciliation is a Sacrament – In this Sacrament of healing we are reconciled to God and the Church.
“Confession is meant to be a sincere moment of conversion, an occasion to demonstrate trust in God’s willingness to forgive His children and to help them back on the path of following Jesus” – Pope Francis
The Sacrament of Penance is God’s gift to us so that any sin committed after Baptism can be forgiven.
“Forgive me Father for I have sinned.”
Though the penitent is saying this in the presence of a priest (who we refer to as Father) this penitent's request for reconciliation is being made to God the Father who is present in this Sacrament. The priest is “In Persona Christi”
When we repent of our sins, God is so gracious that He not only forgives us, but He even forgets our sins. Leave your past where it belongs – at the Cross.
(USCCB)
(CCC. NOS 1420-1498)
(Thrive Study Bible)
Prayer Before Mass
St. Francis is looking for anyone who would be interested in reading the Prayer Before Mass at all the Masses. The prayers are emailed in advance with plenty of time for reading, studying, and contemplating its content. If you feel the Holy Spirit leading you to participate in this ministry, please contact Linda McKnight at adultformation@stfrancisblairsville.com or call the parish office. Please indicate the Mass that you would prefer to read. God's grace and peace to you all.
Festival Worker's Lunches: Supplies Needed
It’s time to replenish food donations for the Festival Workers’ Lunches. Rita Casey is requesting donations of large cans of tuna, sliced ham, rye, wheat and white bread, desserts, deviled eggs, chips, tomato, cucumber, green pepper, celery, coleslaw, tossed salad, mac & cheese, soup, iced tea and soda. If you can assist, please call Rita Casey at 678-491-6420
Meeting for Homebound Ministry
The mission of the Ministry for the Homebound is to connect with our brothers and sisters of the St. Francis faith community who are alone, dealing with illness, dying, or simply restricted to their home, by bringing them the Gospel, the Most Holy Eucharist, and the faith tradition of the Catholic Church.
Anyone interested in participating in this ministry and those currently in the ministry are invited to meet with Fr. Mario in room 5 (conference room) on July 25th at 12:15 p.m.
Anyone interested in participating in this ministry and those currently in the ministry are invited to meet with Fr. Mario in room 5 (conference room) on July 25th at 12:15 p.m.
Backpack 2 School Bash Last Weekend for Colections
This is the last weekend we will be collecting the glue sticks and pocket folders after all Masses at the back of the church, Monetary donations will be accepted as well. Not able to donate, but would like to help? Volunteers are also needed during the Bash. Sign up at the table in the vestibule or contact Jeannine Murphy at 706 745-4590. Thank you!!
Fall Festival News : Volunteers Needed!
Come one, come all! Help us with the Festival this Fall! That’s right! We are planning to hold our annual Fall Festival on the last weekend of September. All who would like to help organize and be part of the organizing committee, please contactTim Massey at 706-994-1247 or 706-896-7631 or by email atlivesound1944@hotmail.com
Trailer Tuesday:
If you are available, we could use your help on Tuesdays from 9 - 12.00 to help unload, sort, price, pack and store our donated treasures. Again this year, we will NOT be accepting any exercise equipment or furniture except high-value furniture for Silent Auction.
Boxes:
We are in need of small to medium size boxes to sort goods for the festival. If you happen to have boxes you are not using we can take them off your hands!
If you wish to serve at the festival, please sign up in the volunteer binder, located in the narthex, or call the office for details
Stop Your Tax Dollars From Funding Abortion
Urgent Action Needed!
Dear Brother Priests and Deacons: Peace and all good things! I am writing to request your help. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has launched a campaign for Catholics to raise their voices on behalf of women. The goal is for millions of Catholics to sign the petition on NoTaxpayerAbortion.com by Friday, July 16. I invite the people of your parish to join our diocesan response to this nationwide effort. Its success and the lives of countless people depend on each of us doing our part. Some influential members of Congress want to take away the Hyde Amendment so taxpayer dollars will pay for abortions for poor women. When our government offers a woman a free abortion instead of the resources she needs to care for her baby, it is not "choice" but coercion. Taxpayer dollars would be far better spent supporting women in crisis pregnancies and struggling new mothers so that no woman ever feels economic pressure to have an abortion. The Hyde Amendment has been credited with saving over 2.4 million lives, and without it, the current abortion rate would likely go up significantly. Because of the incredibly high stakes, Congress needs to hear from a massive number of people before it votes on taxpayer-funded abortion during the second half of July. If we fail to generate sufficient grassroots support for the Hyde Amendment, Congress may conclude that taxpayerfunded abortion is popular. Easy, ready-to-use tools from the USCCB can be found at respectlife.org/no-taxpayer-abortion. These include an introductory webinar recording, sample announcement, petition to Congress, graphics, flyer and infographic. (Many of these are also available in Spanish.) Additionally, some key points, pre-written messages and ideas for using the resources are available for your reference. (Please do not share these latter documents publicly.)As Pope Francis has said, “The future of humanity … is fundamentally in the hands of peoples and in their ability to organize.” It is critically important for Catholics to send a strong message before Congress imposes taxpayer-funded abortion. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely in Christ, Most Reverend Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv. Archbishop of Atlanta
Read One Spiritual Book
Summer is a great time to catch up on reading. The days are long and hot and reading is a great way to pass the time. Somewhere in the midst of reading magazines and novels, please find some time to read ONE spiritual book. Below is a list of 5 books to consider. One is a novel. All delve into our faith. Two of them could be read in an afternoon. All of them may be purchased on Amazon for around $15. If you use a kindle or other device, they're even less expensive. The Church library and the local public library may be additional options. Please consider expanding and growing your faith one summer reading book at a time.
BOOK LIST:
1. The Sign of the Cross--Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer by Bert Ghezzi
2. Breath of God by Fr. Dave Pivonka, T.O.R.
3. Hiking the Camino--500 Miles with Jesus by Fr. Dave Pivonka, T.O.R.
4. The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis
5. A Sign of Contradiction by Karol Wojtyla (St. Pope John Paul II)
This book list will be updated periodically.
1. The Sign of the Cross--Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer by Bert Ghezzi
2. Breath of God by Fr. Dave Pivonka, T.O.R.
3. Hiking the Camino--500 Miles with Jesus by Fr. Dave Pivonka, T.O.R.
4. The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis
5. A Sign of Contradiction by Karol Wojtyla (St. Pope John Paul II)
This book list will be updated periodically.
Schoenstatt Movement
The Schoenstatt movement is a movement that started in Germany many years ago. Schoenstatt is a movement to bring Our Blessed Mother, Mary Thrice Admirable, into our homes and, as families, pray the Rosary. Mary visits a different home each week. She is in the form of a beautiful icon and is picked up at the church each Sunday to visit another home. Wouldn't we all love to have Our Blessed Mother visit our homes? If you would like to participate in this growing movement, please contact Linda McKnight at adultformation@stfrancisblairsville.com or contact the parish office. Thank you and blessings to all
Join via livestream for a four-part Pentecost Mission that will celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit and help participants welcome Him more deeply into their lives! Each session will include dynamic preaching and teaching, followed by a time of worship and prayer for greater activation of the workings of the Holy Spirit.We look forward to journeying with you closer to the heart of Christ, through the power of the Holy Spirit! You can Register through:
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Lifeteen Youth Group
This weekend, Saturday July 17 there will be a swim party! Bring a friend. Modest swimwear will be required.
Help Needed for Screens at Mass
Would you be able to donate your time to help progress the slides on the television screens during Mass? We are in need of additional volunteers to do this at all Masses! IF you are interested please leave a note or contact: communications@stfrancisblairsville.com
Koffee Klatch Resumes August 5, 2021
On Thursdays from 2:00 -4:00 Meet and socialize with fellow parishioners in a relaxed, informal setting. Meet new people, have great conversations, snack a bit, “shoot the breeze,” and maybe even play some games for those interested.
For more information contact Maryjane Wysocki
at 321.960.6351 or maryjanewysocki@gmail.com
For more information contact Maryjane Wysocki
at 321.960.6351 or maryjanewysocki@gmail.com
Funeral Mass for Jean Caputa
Jean Caputa, wife of Lew Caputa, passed away the morning of Wednesday, 7/14 .Her funeral will be held on Monday, July 26 at 11:00AM with a reception to follow.
If you pray only when you're in trouble--you ARE in trouble!
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