Greetings as we enter the month of August - dedicated to the
Immaculate Heart of Mary!
Even though we are still not meeting as a whole group, there are several things going on with Altar and Rosary Society.
Even though we are still not meeting as a whole group, there are several things going on with Altar and Rosary Society.
First off, we will be celebrating one of Altar and Rosary's chosen saints this month - Saint Monica. Her feast day is on August 27. Let us imitate her in her persistence in prayer, as she said,
"Nothing is far from God."
Holy Family's Fall Festival: September 12-13, 2020!
There are several ways Altar and Rosary Society members can get involved in the Festival:
1. Donate a Silent Auction Item: Please donate a silent auction item or make up a basket, and turn it into the church by August 23, along with the donation form. Gather a group of friends and get creative! Ideas for baskets and the form can be found HERE on the church website.
2. Sign up to be a disciple and help out at the Festival as you are able. Stay tuned as there will be sign up opportunities available soon.
3. At this time, the plan is to have Altar and Rosary Society selling ice cream treats on Saturday (drumsticks, ice cream sandwiches, etc.) Again, stay tuned as plans are being finalized.
4. Other ways to get involved: join a kickball team, bid on auction items, pray for good weather, come to the Festival if you are able!
1. Donate a Silent Auction Item: Please donate a silent auction item or make up a basket, and turn it into the church by August 23, along with the donation form. Gather a group of friends and get creative! Ideas for baskets and the form can be found HERE on the church website.
2. Sign up to be a disciple and help out at the Festival as you are able. Stay tuned as there will be sign up opportunities available soon.
3. At this time, the plan is to have Altar and Rosary Society selling ice cream treats on Saturday (drumsticks, ice cream sandwiches, etc.) Again, stay tuned as plans are being finalized.
4. Other ways to get involved: join a kickball team, bid on auction items, pray for good weather, come to the Festival if you are able!
Help the Handmaids of the Heart of Jesus!
1. Sign up for work days as the Sisters prepare their convent. You can roll up your sleeves, put on your gloves and safety goggles or sign up to provide a snack or lunch. Click HERE to see times and to sign up.
2. Our hope is to have a "Housewarming Shower" to welcome the Sisters when they get closer to moving in. Stay tuned for details.
3. Pray for the Handmaids as they prepare to generously serve us here at Holy Family. Pray for all religious as they work tireless for the Lord, especially during these difficult times.
Altar and Rosary Holy Hour
Altar and Rosary has a Eucharistic Adoration Hour on Monday mornings from 3:00-4:00am. Some of the women that have been faithfully covering this hour are no longer able to do so. The hour has been divided so that different women cover different weeks of the month. If you have never experienced spending an hour with Jesus in the quiet of the night, this is an excellent opportunity, without a weekly commitment - it is only 12 times a year! We are in urgent need for women to cover the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday of the month. If interested, please contact Mary Kotchevar at 612.926.8324 or email kotc0006@umn.edu.
Continue praying on your day with your Saint Group!
What a comfort to stay closely united through prayer during this time of separation!
We have heard of some beautiful prayers and sacrifices being done by Altar and Rosary members since starting this! It is a joy to know that each day, members are praying for all of the women of the parish and their families, and for our whole country. Continue to also pray for the repose of the souls for our members that have died this year.
Feel free to pass this information along to any women of the parish that may not be on Flocknote.
In Her Immaculate Heart,
Pat Gawarecki and Mary Hagen, Altar and Rosary co-chairs