Hi there, everyone! Here is our Father's Friday Flocknote for this week. I will be heading out tomorrow for a time of vacation & rest, so there won't be another "Father's Friday Flocknote" for a few weeks. I will be praying for all of you while I am away.
1) 100th Anniversary Breakfast: Be sure to watch the bulletin in the upcoming weeks for a special flyer for the breakfast that we will be having following the celebration of the 100th anniversary Mass on September 26th @ 930 am. An accurate count is needed to help us ensure that we have enough food for everyone, please turn in the RSVP slip attached to the form ASAP.
2) 100th Anniversary Raffle: In a few weeks, tickets will begin to be available for our special 100th anniversary raffle. There will be 3 winners picked who will "split" 50% of the pot, with 1st prize getting 25%, 2nd prize getting 15%, & 3rd prize getting 10%. Tickets will be $2 each & will be available at the doors of the Church & at the Parish Office, starting at the end of August.
3) Parish Council: We could use another member or two on our Parish Council. If you are interested in learning more, please contact me at the Parish Office. With my vacation coming up, you can reach me after August 27th.
4) The Assumption: This weekend, we celebrate the Assumption of our Blessed Mother Mary into heaven. This weekend we might take some time to pray a prayer dedicated to her, such as the Memorare:
REMEMBER, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly to thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come; before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.
Have a Blessed Week!
Fr. John