Parish Weekly Update -- July 12, 2019
Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph,
I left for a couple days last week for the 4th of July, so I didn't get a Weekly update published. I wanted to offer a big thank you to all of you for your support since I've arrived here in January and now again since July 1. For these last couple of weeks, the transition has been almost entirely seamless and I am very happy, excited, humbled, and grateful to be your pastor. I am looking forward to working with all of you as we move into the future.
Steubenville Conference
Please keep the youth of our parish in your prayers as they travel to Atlanta for a Steubenville Conference. Thank you very much to Dcn. Jeff Artigues and Dianna Janus for traveling with them and chaperoning.
Religious Ed Sign up
Beginning this weekend, the registration forms will be in the back of the church for our parish religious education program.
Anointing of the Sick
A number of parishioners have been asking that we make the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick available in a public way. So next Friday, we'll make the sacrament available at the noon Mass next Friday, July 19. We might ask, "Who can receive the sacrament?" In a nutshell, the sacrament of the sick is for those who are sick, elderly, or anyone about to undergo a serious operation. For more information check out the Catechism, paragraphs 1514 and 1515.
If you or someone you know is in need of the sacrament and you're not able to come to Mass, call me at the office or send me an email. I'll be happy to arrange something with you. The Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament of healing and is often best coupled with the
Sacrament of Reconciliation. In the Anointing of the Sick our venial sins are forgiven, like the Eucharist, but the Sacrament of Penance is needed for the weightier sins.
Food Pantry
Tomorrow, the St. Joseph Food Pantry is open from 9 until 11 AM and we are always in need of volunteers. If you've got some extra time, contact Joe Schmidt or come on out to the Parish Hall to lend a hand.
Coffee and Donuts
Come get some donuts with us after the 9 am Mass on Sunday. Thanks to the Parish Care Committee for organizing this and getting us all together for a little communio.
Knights of Columbus Grill Raffle
The Knights of Columbus are raffling off an Oklahoma Joe Longhorn Triple-function combo tailgate grill. Tickets are $5.00. They're selling tickets after the weekend Masses. Make sure you get a ticket for a chance to win.
Gondolier supports our Church
Gondolier Italian Restaurant and Pizza supports the churches in the Starkville community with their Church Support Cards! If you are planning to eat at Gondolier, please take a card from the gathering space table and present it to your server at the time of your meal, and they will donate back 10% of the purchase price of your meal to St. Joseph. It is a wonderful way to support a local business and our parish at the same time!
Credit Cards for Online Giving
I also wanted to remind everyone that we are now able to take credit cards at our online giving website with Our Sunday Visitor.
To use you credit card, log into our online giving page by going to our website and clicking "Donate" or using this link: https://osvonlinegiving.com/592. Sign in, then go to Manage My Account > My Payment Methods. Then on the right side of the screen it should say "Add New Method" then underneath that, "Add New Credit Card."
Free Piano
That's right FREE! No charge. It's yours. First come, first served. We have a Piano that we are offering to anyone for free as long as you can come and haul it off. I am told it is "untunable." Hence, it's free, but it might make a great garden piece -- folk art. Send me an email if you or anyone you know is interested.
Minutes to the Pastoral Council Meeting
I've attached the minutes from the last Parish Pastoral Council to this email as well. Check it out below.
Office Manager
The application deadline has come and gone. We have eight applicants. In the coming weeks we will be reviewing the applications and hopefully hiring someone very soon.
Parish Registration
We have a new Parish Registration Form. If you're not registered you can fill this out and drop it in the collection, email it back to me or the Office Manager at office@stjosephstarkville.org. You can also register as a parishioner at our website: www.stjosephstarkville.org. If you are interested in any of the volunteer opportunities listed on the back of the registration form, please email me.
Spiritual Growth Opportunity!
RIP: Rescuing Inhabitants of Purgatory
Speaking of ways to get involved. Laura Damm and some others are beginning a new prayer group at St. Joseph. It taps into our rich Catholic tradition of praying for the dead. Come learn a little more next week at the kickoff.
Are you interested in gaining friends in Heaven? The Church encourages us to pray for the souls of the deceased who are suffering in purgatory. Those who are released become your dearest, sincerest, and best friends forever. To learn more, please attend the inaugural meeting of the Rescuing Inhabitants of Purgatory (RIP) team on July 21, 1:00 in the Parish Center.
Grand Jury/Investigation
I just wanted to offer a reminder to everyone to remain patient and continue to pray for all involved in this ongoing investigation -- Fr. Lenin, the Bishop, the diocese, the witnesses, the investigators, and especially the people of our parish. There doesn't appear to be anything new in the development of this situation. I'm sure there is still a lot of frustration and anger on every level and many of us wish this were completed by now. However, we are given an opportunity to do what we are called to do and serve God in the present moment and offer Him our prayers, our sufferings, and do our best to grow in virtue.
Peace,
Fr. Jason Johnston
Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph,
I left for a couple days last week for the 4th of July, so I didn't get a Weekly update published. I wanted to offer a big thank you to all of you for your support since I've arrived here in January and now again since July 1. For these last couple of weeks, the transition has been almost entirely seamless and I am very happy, excited, humbled, and grateful to be your pastor. I am looking forward to working with all of you as we move into the future.
Steubenville Conference
Please keep the youth of our parish in your prayers as they travel to Atlanta for a Steubenville Conference. Thank you very much to Dcn. Jeff Artigues and Dianna Janus for traveling with them and chaperoning.
Religious Ed Sign up
Beginning this weekend, the registration forms will be in the back of the church for our parish religious education program.
Anointing of the Sick
A number of parishioners have been asking that we make the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick available in a public way. So next Friday, we'll make the sacrament available at the noon Mass next Friday, July 19. We might ask, "Who can receive the sacrament?" In a nutshell, the sacrament of the sick is for those who are sick, elderly, or anyone about to undergo a serious operation. For more information check out the Catechism, paragraphs 1514 and 1515.
If you or someone you know is in need of the sacrament and you're not able to come to Mass, call me at the office or send me an email. I'll be happy to arrange something with you. The Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament of healing and is often best coupled with the
Sacrament of Reconciliation. In the Anointing of the Sick our venial sins are forgiven, like the Eucharist, but the Sacrament of Penance is needed for the weightier sins.
Food Pantry
Tomorrow, the St. Joseph Food Pantry is open from 9 until 11 AM and we are always in need of volunteers. If you've got some extra time, contact Joe Schmidt or come on out to the Parish Hall to lend a hand.
Coffee and Donuts
Come get some donuts with us after the 9 am Mass on Sunday. Thanks to the Parish Care Committee for organizing this and getting us all together for a little communio.
Knights of Columbus Grill Raffle
The Knights of Columbus are raffling off an Oklahoma Joe Longhorn Triple-function combo tailgate grill. Tickets are $5.00. They're selling tickets after the weekend Masses. Make sure you get a ticket for a chance to win.
Gondolier supports our Church
Gondolier Italian Restaurant and Pizza supports the churches in the Starkville community with their Church Support Cards! If you are planning to eat at Gondolier, please take a card from the gathering space table and present it to your server at the time of your meal, and they will donate back 10% of the purchase price of your meal to St. Joseph. It is a wonderful way to support a local business and our parish at the same time!
Credit Cards for Online Giving
I also wanted to remind everyone that we are now able to take credit cards at our online giving website with Our Sunday Visitor.
To use you credit card, log into our online giving page by going to our website and clicking "Donate" or using this link: https://osvonlinegiving.com/592. Sign in, then go to Manage My Account > My Payment Methods. Then on the right side of the screen it should say "Add New Method" then underneath that, "Add New Credit Card."
Free Piano
That's right FREE! No charge. It's yours. First come, first served. We have a Piano that we are offering to anyone for free as long as you can come and haul it off. I am told it is "untunable." Hence, it's free, but it might make a great garden piece -- folk art. Send me an email if you or anyone you know is interested.
Minutes to the Pastoral Council Meeting
I've attached the minutes from the last Parish Pastoral Council to this email as well. Check it out below.
Office Manager
The application deadline has come and gone. We have eight applicants. In the coming weeks we will be reviewing the applications and hopefully hiring someone very soon.
Parish Registration
We have a new Parish Registration Form. If you're not registered you can fill this out and drop it in the collection, email it back to me or the Office Manager at office@stjosephstarkville.org. You can also register as a parishioner at our website: www.stjosephstarkville.org. If you are interested in any of the volunteer opportunities listed on the back of the registration form, please email me.
Spiritual Growth Opportunity!
RIP: Rescuing Inhabitants of Purgatory
Speaking of ways to get involved. Laura Damm and some others are beginning a new prayer group at St. Joseph. It taps into our rich Catholic tradition of praying for the dead. Come learn a little more next week at the kickoff.
Are you interested in gaining friends in Heaven? The Church encourages us to pray for the souls of the deceased who are suffering in purgatory. Those who are released become your dearest, sincerest, and best friends forever. To learn more, please attend the inaugural meeting of the Rescuing Inhabitants of Purgatory (RIP) team on July 21, 1:00 in the Parish Center.
Grand Jury/Investigation
I just wanted to offer a reminder to everyone to remain patient and continue to pray for all involved in this ongoing investigation -- Fr. Lenin, the Bishop, the diocese, the witnesses, the investigators, and especially the people of our parish. There doesn't appear to be anything new in the development of this situation. I'm sure there is still a lot of frustration and anger on every level and many of us wish this were completed by now. However, we are given an opportunity to do what we are called to do and serve God in the present moment and offer Him our prayers, our sufferings, and do our best to grow in virtue.
Peace,
Fr. Jason Johnston
St. Joseph Parish, a diverse and faithful community is called through worship and love to reflect God in serving others.
Schedule:
Saturday — St. Joseph Food Pantry Distribution from 9-11 AM
-- Mass in Macon at Corpus Christi @ 5 PM
Sunday -- Mass at 9 AM, and 11:30 AM
Monday -- Communion Service at 12:05 PM
-- Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 6 PM
Tuesday — Adoration begins at 7 AM
-- Ladies Knitting Group from 10-12
-- Confession at 4:30
-- Mass at 5:30
-- Summer CCM get together after Mass
Wednesday -- Companions on the Journey at 7:15
-- Mass at 12:05
Thursday -- Mass at 5:30 PM
Friday -- Mass at 12:05 PM
Saturday — St. Joseph Food Pantry Distribution from 9-11 AM
-- Mass in Macon at Corpus Christi @ 5 PM
Sunday -- Mass at 9 AM, and 11:30 AM
Monday -- Communion Service at 12:05 PM
-- Ladies Auxiliary Meeting at 6 PM
Tuesday — Adoration begins at 7 AM
-- Ladies Knitting Group from 10-12
-- Confession at 4:30
-- Mass at 5:30
-- Summer CCM get together after Mass
Wednesday -- Companions on the Journey at 7:15
-- Mass at 12:05
Thursday -- Mass at 5:30 PM
Friday -- Mass at 12:05 PM
