October 14, 2020
NO MASS OR CONFESSIONS TODAY
This week, 180 teens will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Since one of the special Masses is at 7pm tonight, there will be no confessions or 6:30pm Mass. Thank you for understanding and for praying for our young people!
SIX SUNDAY MASSES
With the addition of the 7am Mass last week, we are back to six Sunday Masses. Last week’s numbers: Sat 5pm-311, Sun 7am-212, 9am-394, 11am-385, 1pm-351, 5pm-375. Thanks for properly wearing your face masks to keep everyone safe.
SHARE GOD’S BOUNTY
Our annual drive to donate Thanksgiving meals to families in need will work a little differently this year. No need to buy a frozen turkey and sides. Instead, visit the tag line after Mass or go HERE to donate $35 or any amount. Thank you!
DONATE A COAT
Share your gently used winter coats, hats, scarves & gloves with a family in need. Place your donations in the Social Concerns bin anytime this week or Sunday before Mass to warm the hearts and hands of others.
FAITHFUL CATHOLIC CITIZENS
The political responsibility of Catholics is summed up in Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, a document offered by our bishops, along with many other resources for participating in the political process with dignity, as both faithful Catholics and American citizens.
GO IN PEACE
Teens and their families are invited to a Night of Worship this Sunday at 6:30pm, featuring a talk on peace & restoration by Mike Cleary, music by Kevin Klotz and the Life Teen Praise Group, and Eucharistic Adoration led by Fr. Truong Son.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
This Sunday is World Mission Sunday, when we remember our baptismal call to bring the Gospel to all, especially the most vulnerable. Thank you for generously donating to this special collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith.
SANITIZERS, SIGN UP!
We still need more parishioners willing to sanitize the church immediately following each Mass and event in the church. Sign up for a regular time each week or for a one-time event. Thank you!
LIFE IS SACRED ROSARY
Next Wednesday, October 21, make time to pray the rosary for an increase in love and respect for the dignity and sacredness of all lives. Use these special meditations to contemplate the Glorious Mysteries in a new way.
WALKING THROUGH GRIEF
If you’ve lost a loved one, join the Grief Support Ministry via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:30pm. The group will start up again on October 27. Each meeting features a video and time for discussion. Go HERE for info and to register.
CATHOLIC CEMETERIES
Tonight at 7pm, learn about Catholic cemeteries in webinar via Zoom sponsored by the KCs. Ray Albrecht, Archdiocesan Director of Catholic Cemeteries will provide info on Catholic burials and funerals.
COOL ALL SAINTS DAY
Your family is invited to participate in a virtual and fun Photo Scavenger Hunt and Saint Costume Contest, organized by the teen group COOL, to benefit pro-life activities. Register now to play between 10am and 5pm on All Saints Day, Nov 1.
MAKE HALLOWEEN HAPPY
This is your last chance to donate new and gently used (non-scary) Halloween costumes for children in need. Before October 20, please mark your donations Nery's Promise and drop in the Social Concerns bin.
SUB FOR SLCS
Our parish school is now hiring additional substitute teachers. Consider being a part of the SLCS team to give our awesome teachers a much-needed day off. Contact Marietta Martinez to learn what’s involved.
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
Decorate your home with beautiful poinsettias this Christmas and support the St. Laurence Catholic School SPICE Program. Place your order HERE before October 23 and plan to pick up the first week in December.
MASS FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
The annual White Mass to bless healthcare professionals is this Saturday, October 17, at 5pm at the Co-Cathedral, with a talk after Mass by Lt. Col. William Mueller, MD. RSVP HERE if you plan to join in person or livestream the event.
GREAT MARRIAGE CONFERENCE
Last chance to register for the Together in Holiness marriage conference on Saturday, November 7. The Archdiocese is sponsoring the at-home conference experience for just $15. Get details and register today.
JOBS AT ST. ANGELA MERICI
St. Angela Merici is seeking to fill two positions on their Faith Formation team. Go HERE for details. Applicants interested in a long-term career in parish ministry may submit a resume to Margaret Myers.
IWA VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE
Register for a virtual open house hosted by Incarnate Word Academy 2-3pm on Sunday, November 1, to learn about their college preparatory curriculum, extracurricular offerings, and the sisterhood of their close-knit academic community.
