May 17, 2009

OUR LADY

OF

LOURDES CHURCH

916 N. LOCUST, PO BOX 214 PITTSBURG, KS 66762 PHONE: 620-231-2135 FAX: 620-231-4804 [email protected] WWW.OURLADYPITTSBURG.ORG

WWW.SMCSCHOOLS.COM

MAY 17, 2009

SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

TODAY’S FOCUS – Sixth Sunday of Easter: We hear in the Gospel that the Jewish believers accompanying Peter are shocked when the Spirit comes upon the Gentiles. Love and inclusion are clearly to be part of this new Church established by Jesus. Whoever fears God and acts uprightly is acceptable to him. Who are we to act differently? SCRIPTURE READINGS We need God’s Word each day. Mon (18) Acts of the Apostles 16:11-15; John 15:26--16:4a Tue (19) Acts of the Apostles 16:22-34; John 16:5-11 Wed (20) Acts of the Apostles 17:15, 22--18:1; John 16:12-15 Thur (21) Acts of the Apostles 18:1-8; John 16:16-20 Fri (22) Acts of the Apostles 18:9-18; John 16:20-23 Sat (23) Acts of the Apostles 18:23-28; John 16:23b-28 Sun (24) Seventh Sunday of Easter: Acts of the Apostles 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26; 1 John 4:711-16; John 17:11b-19 ST. PIUS X NEWMAN CENTER Rev. David T. Marstall, Chaplain 301A E. Cleveland, Pittsburg, KS 66762

REV. THOMAS J. STROOT, PASTOR REV. RUBEN ORTIZ MONTELONGO, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. DAVID T. MARSTALL, ASSOCIATE PASTOR & CHAPLAIN, ST. PIUS X NEWMAN CENTER WEEKDAY MASSES 6:30 a.m. — Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. — Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. — Tuesday, Thursday & Friday SUNDAY MASSES Saturday 5:30 p.m. Sunday 7:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:00 Noon Spanish Mass—2:00 p.m. En Español: La misa en español, cada domingo a las 2:00 pm, confe siones a las 1:30 pm antes de la Misa. Se puede llamar al Padre Ruben Ortiz (620) 231-2135 CONFESSIONS (OR BY APPOINTMENT) Before the 8:00 a.m. weekday Masses — 7:30-7:50 a.m. Saturday — 4:00-5:15 p.m. MARRIAGES-Contact a parish priest at least four months prior to desired wedding date. PSR—Parish School of Religion (School Year) Elementary (K-8) Wednesdays 6:15—7:30 p.m.

Missionary Catechists of the Poor Spanish Sisters 620-235-1732

PHONE (620) 235-1138

ST. MARY’S GOODWILL 117 E. 10th 235-0564

MASS SCHEDULE

RELIGIOUS GIFT SHOP 117 E. 10th 235-7448

(When PSU is in session.) Sunday: 11:00am & 6:00 pm; Monday: 8:30pm; Wednesday & Thursday -Noon

PRAYER LINE 9:00am – 5:00pm 5:00pm – 9:00pm

231-6824 231-8816

ST. MARY’S COLGAN SCHOOLS Mr. John Kraus, President of Schools/Director of Administration Email: [email protected] Mr. Thomas Gorman, 7-12 Principal E-mail: [email protected] Mr. Michael Martin, Preschool-6 Principal Email: [email protected] ELEMENTARY (PRE-SCHOOL - 6)

(620)-231-6941

JR. HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL (7-12) (620)-231-4690 Elementary: [email protected] SMC: [email protected]

PERPETUAL ADORATION

SAVE THE DATE!!

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called to His purpose." Romans 8:2

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Vacation Bible School Summertime Blast! June 8 through June 12, 2009

Sign up for adoration is going well but we still have hours needing to be filled. If you don't think that you can commit to 1 hour a week you might consider sharing the hour with a friend or friends. Some young mothers in the parish are sharing their hour in groups of 4 meaning each one is committed to only 1 hour per month. Also we ask for prayers for those people who are discerning if the overnight hours are possible for them. The schedule can be viewed at www.ourladypittsburg.com . Sign up forms are at the back of the church or you may call Christie Gill at 2310048 or e-mail to [email protected]

If you haven’t registered please contact the rectory or St. Mary’s Elementary School Office ASAP. VBS is offered to children who have completed at least one year of preschool through those currently in 4th grade. We are still looking for volunteers. If anyone is interested, please contact Kristen O’Brien at St. Mary’s Elementary or 417.642.5738.

HE IS WAITING FOR YOU! MEMORIAL DAY MASS AT THE CEMETERY Once again we recognize and honor our deceased loved ones with the celebration of the Eucharist at St. Mary’s Cemetery (Broadway and Centennial Streets). Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 25th at 10:00am at the Cross in the cemetery. Please bring your own lawn chairs. We encourage you to attend some of the many Memorial Day services throughout the area as well. The Avenue of Flags at the Highland Park Cemetery is an awesome sight as we honor those who served our country in the military. (In case of rain the mass will be celebrated in Church at the same time.) DEACON CHAD ARNOLD Deacon Chad will be serving at Our Lady of Lourdes parish this summer before returning in the fall for his final year of seminary at Mount St. Mary Seminary in Emmitsburg Maryland and then ordination to the priesthood in the spring of next year. His home parish is St. Peters, Schulte (just west of Wichita). Deacon Chad will begin his assignment on Tuesday , May 26th.

CONCERT RECITAL You are very cordially invited to a concert recital this Sunday evening, May 17th, at 7:00pm presented by the school orchestra, St. Mary’s Strings. It will take place in the grade school commons area. There will be solos, ensembles and orchestra pieces for you to enjoy. A reception will follow. Don’t miss it -- there are some surprises in store for you! SUMMER ART CLASS The Fine Arts Committee is sponsoring a Summer Art Class. The dates are June 15th thru 19th from 1:00 to 3:00pm. The cost is $50 per student. This will be a fun, hands on camp, where students can learn to discover and express themselves through Art! Space is limited. Sign up deadline will be May 20th. Turn forms in to the grade school office. FR. RUBEN ORTIZ Bishop Jackels has given Fr. Ruben a new assignment. As of June 15th Fr. Ruben will serve as full time hospital chaplain at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. We are sad to see him move on. We have to remember that our loss is their gain at St. Francis Hospital. Fr. John Hay will begin his assignment here on June 15th.

ST. PIUS X NEWMAN CENTER Providing Catholic Ministry to Pittsburg State University 620-235-1138 WWW.CATHOLICGORILLAS.ORG REV. DAVID MARSTALL, CHAPLAIN Office Hours: 1:00-3:00 M, W, Th, F and other random times [email protected] MRS. AMY LOMSHEK, SECRETARY Office Hours: 9:00-2:00 M-F [email protected]

MASS SCHEDULE SUN 11:00am, 6:00pm Mon 8:30pm Wed, Thu 12:00pm RECONCILIATION 30 min. before all Masses ADORATION Thursday 10:00 -3:00 See website for full weekly schedule THIS WEEK Last Sunday Mass this semester Sun. May 17 24-hour Rosary Every Thursday wherever you are. Contact Fr. David to sign up for a time. Applebee’s Fundraiser For Dominican Nuns rescheduled for Sat. May 23, 8:00-10:00. Tickets available at St. Mary’s office. THIS SUMMER Pitt CARES Mondays and Fridays 6/8-7/10, 2:00 -4:00. To help, contact [email protected]. 4:30 Mass on Pitt CARES days Sojourn Retreat May 29-31. Young adults. SLC Wichita. http://www.cdowk.org/ offices/yyam/sojurn.htm Want to become Catholic, get confirmed, or just learn more about the Catholic faith? Classes start Sun. June 7. Contact Fr. David. Go to catholicgorillas.org for more information.

REFLECTIONS ON LIFE “Our president ought to look at what abortion has done to poor and minority women in this country… ‘The abortion rate (number of abortions per 1,000 women of child-bearing age) for black women is almost five times that of white women,’ according to Susan Cohen of the Alan Guttmacher Institute. Cohen also notes that ‘the abortion rate among Hispanic women is double the rate among whites.’” (Wanda Franz, Ph.D., NRL News, 2/09)

SMC Schools is proud to present to the parish its updated Strategic Plan. Much has been accomplished since the inception of the plan in 2004, and since the most recent updates in 2007. The Plan illustrates directions of growth for the schools through the year 2014. You may find a full copy of the Plan on the s c h o o l w e b s i t e , www.smcschools.com (look for “Strategic Plan” on the left-side toolbar). If you would like a printed copy of the plan, please call John Kraus at the parish office, 231-2135. TEENS ENCOUNTER CHRIST WEEKEND: High school juniors & seniors, and adults who work with youth in this age group, are invited to attend a Teens Encounter Christ weekend. TEC is a spiritual retreat designed to help you become more aware of the presence of Christ in your life. The next TEC weekend will be June 6-8 in Hutchinson. The deadline for signing up is May 11. The cost is $70. Call 316-269-3900 for information & applications. SOJOURN: The next SOJOURN retreat for single young adults between the ages of 18-30 will take place at the Spiritual Life Center May 29-31. This retreat offers an opportunity to get away and clear your mind, and a change to visit with other Catholic young adults. The cost is $75. Call 316 -269-3900 for information & applications.

LOOKING AHEAD Sun (17) St. Paul’s Society (Widows/Widowers) Sun (17) St. Mary’s Strings Concert Wed (20) Cemetery Mowing & Weed Eating Wed (20) Eighth Grade Recognition Mass Mon (25) Memorial Day Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery June Mon (8) Our Lady’s Prayer Group Mon (8) - Fri (12) Vacation Bible School

St. Mary's Religious Gift Shop 235-7448 The store will be closed the weekend of May 21-23. We will reopen with our summer hours on May 29. Summer Hours: Friday: 10:00am-3:00pm Saturday 10:00am-1:00pm By appointment call: Denise 232-6955 or Elizabeth 232-6865

St. Mary’s Altar Society Goodwill Store Hours Thursday—Friday—Saturday 9 a.m.—4 p.m. 235-0564 Please do not leave items when store is closed Job opportunity: The elementary school is hiring a part-time (5 hours per week) enrichment teacher for the 09-10 school year. If you are interested or need more information, please contact Mr. Mike Martin at the elementary school, 620-231-6941.

Applebee’s Fundraiser for Dominican Nuns rescheduled for Sat. May 23. Applebee’s is hosting an all-you-can -eat pancake breakfast to raise money for the Dominican Nuns of Summit, NJ. Carri Prewitt, a former PSU student and Applebee’s employee, entered the monastery over Spring Break. The breakfast was originally scheduled for May 9, but had to be rescheduled due to the power outage. Tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance. Tickets my be purchased at the parish office. Anyone needing a refund can bring their ticket to the office or to Applebee’s.

Mass @ 3:30 7:00pm Elem. Commons 5:00pm 7:00pm 10:00 am 6:00 pm, Chapel

SCHOOL LUNCHES Mon. 5/18- Chicken Sandwich, Lettuce/ Tomato, Fries, Grapes Tues. 5/19- Corn Dog, Fries, Strawberries & Bananas Wed. 5/20- Chicken & Cheese Crispitos, Salad, Fruit, Cookie Thurs. 5/21 - Out @ 11:00 No lunches served HAVE A GREAT SUMMER! $10.00 high school sports physicals are being offered by Mt. Carmel Rehabilitation Services on Wednesday May 27th, 2009. Registration starts at 5:30 p.m., located in the tent near the Mt. Carmel Rehabilitation Services Center. Physicals are for high school age students only. Bring your high school physical form signed by your parents.

ST. PAUL’S SOCIETY (WIDOWS & WIDOWERS) will meet the 3rd Sunday of May, which will be this Sunday, May 17th. Hostesses will be Loyola Puckett, Harriet Rudisill, Betty Schmitt and Margaret Johnson. Mass at 3:30 followed by a short business meeting, dinner and bingo. Please note that we will not be meeting in June or July. All members are encouraged to attend the May meeting, and newcomers are welcome. The 2009-2010 SMC Dance Team members are: Taylor Cedeno, Kelsey Mitchelson, Marlie Barnes, Sydney Ray, Adrienne Towner, Hannah Zafuta, Erin Collar, Nicole Handshy, Amanda McBride, Maggie Snow, Shelby Wilbert. The 2009-2010 SMC Cheer Squad members are: Faith Miller, Caity Decker, Maggie Snow, Emmalia White, Katie Nance, Emily Dickey, Abbie O’Brien, Alex Wachter, Rachel Barnes, Nichole Kolarik, Ali Noyes, Emilee Beitzinger.

STEWARDSHIP OFFERING Weekly Sunday Offering needed to sustain Parish Budget: $35,500.00 Sunday Offering Last Week

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MASS INTENTIONS 1) Fr. Tom Stroot 2) Fr. Ruben Ortiz 3) Fr. David Marstall SUNDAY (17) 7:00 (1) Parish Purgatorial Society 9:00 (2) Parish Purgatorial Society 10:30 (2) Intention of Celebrant 12:00 (1) People of the Parish 2:00 (2) (Spanish) Int of Hispanic Community 3:30 (1) St. Paul’s Society MONDAY (18) 6:30 (2) Father Joseph Abraham+ TUESDAY (19) 6:30(2) Bud & Margaret Benelli+ 8:00 (3) Johanna Stroot+ 11:30 (1) Dennis Russian+ WEDNESDAY (20) 6:30(3)Dennis Cashero+ 8:00 (2) James & Edna Peak+ 7:00 (2-1) 8th Grade Recognition Mass THURSDAY (21) 6:30 (1) Intention of Frances Benedict 10:00 (1-2-3) Katherine Pommier+ FRIDAY (22) 6:30 (2) Joe Oehme+ 8:00 (1) Rose & Frank Simoncic+ 6:00 (1) Wedding: Dawnelle Burris/Tyson Shelley

SATURDAY (23) 8:00 (1) Angelina Scarmucci+ 5:30 (1) Leslie Smith+ SUNDAY (24) 7:00 (1) Parish Purgatorial Society 9:00 (1) People of the Parish 10:30 (2) Intention of Celebrant 12:00 (2) People of the Parish 2:00 (2) (Spanish) Int of Hispanic Community MASSES AT NEWMAN CENTER Fr. David Marstall Sun (17) 11:00am Sun (17) 6:00pm

Parish Purgatorial Society Int. of Faculty, Students & Staff

LAST NEWMAN CENTER MASS: MAY 17TH MASSES WILL RESUME WHEN CLASSES BEGIN IN AUGUST

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS Jesus’ commandment is that His disciples love one another, even to the point of laying down their lives, if necessary. What gifts of myself - my skills and talents, my time and resources - will best demonstrate my love for God’s people? VOCATION PRAYER Lord God, you so loved the world that you sent your only son, Jesus, to bring eternal life to those who believe in him. I join him in the pray for laborers in your harvest. May your Holy Spirit inspire and strengthen generous men and women to continue his mission in the world. May this same Spirit make known to me your will in my regard. Where you lead, I will follow. Let it be done to me according to your word. I make this prayer through Christ your Lord. Amen. Fundamental Baseball Camp May 26, 27, & 28, 9am-Noon (Rain day Mon. June 1st) Ages 7-13 Jaycee Ballpark; $50 Registration Fee Camp t-shirt and ball cards included! Mike Watt – Instructor. Early Registration – Jaycee Ballpark -11am1pm Monday, May 25th. Day of Registration - 8am-9am on May 26. Call 232-3412. The Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, Clyde, MO, invite single women, ages 18-49, who are considering religious life, to spend July 8-14 with them and experience monastic life. Take time to live life in a contemplative monastery, deepen you prayer life and meet others who are discerning a call to religious life. Call Sr. Ruth Starman, 660-944-2221 or email: [email protected]

SERVERS – MAY 23-24: 5:30 - Drew Dawson, Brandon Emerson, Riley Wood 7:00 - Austin Kratz, Ryan McNeely 9:00 – Jack Ebbert, Mackenzie & Madison Lewis 10:30 – Tieler Commons, Dallas Garner, Tucker Hoffman NOON– Maggie Snow, Meghan Webb, Shelby Wilbert OFFERTORY GIFT BEARERS – MAY 23-24: 5:30pm - Kamal & Laila Yaghmour 7:00am – Henry & Joan McGeorge 9:00am – Jason Marietta Family 10:30am – Shane Kannarr Family NOON – John Patterson Family EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS – MAY 23-24: 5:30 - Bill & Carolyn Perry, Vince & Joyce Seiwert 7:00 – Jeff Wilbert, Wayne Cichon, Ann Elrod 9:00 – Jim Buche, Bob & Peggy Fleming, Cynthia Pfannensteil 10:30– Jerry & Cathy Stockard, Tom Gorman, Kyle Fleming NOON– Ken Burbach, Steve & Nancy Hicks, Debbie Clawson LECTORS – MAY 23-24: 5:30pm - Lizanne Franklin & Gary McGrath 7:00am – Joan McGeorge 9:00am - Mike Ehling & Buddy Gorentz 10:30am – Mark Johnson & John Mazurek NOON - Bev Pommier & Kathleen Flannery

Our Lady of Lourdes

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Ministry News Parish Service Over the Past 9 Months This ministry insert will be the last one until August. A reflection is appropriate illustrating the tremendous work of this parish and its school. Altar Society: Goodwill & Religious Gifts stores, funeral dinners, Turkey Bazaar, church cleaning, and so much more. Health & Wellness: blood pressure and bone density screens, immunizations, elder-care, and more. Knights of Columbus: monthly breakfast, weedeating cemetery, funding religious and community needs, golf tournament for charity, and more

Choirs: more than 50 music ministers + choir trip to Mexico

Mission Trip: 21 students, 7 adults to West Virginia over Spring Break

Our Lady of Guadalupe: 400 attended the events

Pro-Life Weekend: 1,000 postcards written to senators and representatives from our parish

PSR Family Nights: more than 40 students with their families Confirmation: 55 high school recipients First Reconciliation & First Communion: 81 recipients RCIA: 13 received into the Church Church pew coverings: provided through a private donor Good-bye to Sisters Charlotte, Paula Marie, and Patrice: a sad time for our parish/school community

GIFT Event in Nov.-Theme of St. Paul: 500 attendees

Parishioners Visiting Nursing Homes/Shut-Ins: each week, numerous visits

Parish Mission in March: more than 300 each evening

Marriages: 19

Vacation Bible School: a huge success; 2nd edition begins June 8

Funerals: 27 Marriage Video Night: 70 attendees

Parish Posada: a 16th century Mexican tradition brought to OLL Christ the King Chapel & Perpetual Adoration: 190 signed up now, but we still need you

Page 1 Parish Ministry Page 2 School Ministry Financial Update Page 3 Newman Center Mr. Martin, note Mr. Gorman, note Tithing In Summer Page 4 Good-Bye Joan School Office Hours Estate Planning

OLL Parish Protest at Tiller’s Clinic: 35 from OLL joined others to pray for life in Wichita Parish Musicians CD: recording to benefit Youth Ministry Relic: St. Gianna Berretta Molla relic presented at parish

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO GIVE SO MUCH TO MAKE THIS PARISH SO SPECIAL.

In a special way we remember Fr. Steinberger who passed away October 11, 2008, and we keep Fr. Ruben in our prayers as he begins his new assignment in Wichita beginning in June. (Watch the bulletin for more information about the reception for Fr. Ruben.)

CONTENTS

Special points of interest: ♦ Final Day of School, Thursday, May 21 ♦ Vacation Bible School begins June 8 ♦ Check parish and school website and bulletins for updated info during the summer. ♦ Remember your tithe and ministry support during the summer months.

Our Lady of Lourdes 2009

Sunday, May 17,

School Service To The Parish

As our parish serves the community and wider Church, our school exists to serve the Parish of Our Lady of Lourdes. Please visit the website, www.smcschools.com, and read about the great progress on the STRATEGIC PLAN describing our accomplishments and plans for the future. Read also about our school’s CORE VALUES of Stewardship/Ministry, Education, and Prayer & Praise. And share our successes of this year: Full Day Kindergarten. Professional Learning Community faculty development plan begun.

Christian Stewardship Program begun for 9th-12th.

for high school— tremendous success

Veteran’s Day honor and “USO” performance

Health & Wellness Committee formalized and active.

New Computer Lab and Business Tech Lab in H.S.

Amazing state and diocesan testing results

Life Contests winners-Kansans for Life and Diocesan contests.

Debate, Art, Volleyball, Cross Country, Football, Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Track, Tennis, Forensics, Cheer, and Dance great successes during competition

Catholic Living Student Surveys & Essays for select classes. Website and more effective use of Powerschool. Governor’s Academic Award received!

Smartboard and 5 ELMOs donated to help teachers Curriculum development work in many areas.

Elective Classes for Junior Demerit system utilized for 7 High -12. Booster Club: Picnic, concession stands, College courses offered on equipment purchasing, campus. more Multi-Tiered System of Home & School: Carnival, Support. room helpers, Poverty in Education grandparents day, basket workshop attended by all auction, Catholic Schools teachers. Week, more Special Services Dept. Fine Arts Council: Art adopted advanced curricular Fair, plays, orchestra, helps. band, more Scholar’s Bowl team formed

Parish Finance Report In the February bulletin it was reported that the parish’s investments in the Memorial Fund have fared better than the average fund. Thanks to donations to the Memorial Fund and to sound investments this continues to be the case. As of this week the fund balance is $5,362,604. At the end of our last fiscal

year, June 30, 2008, the fund was $5,401,974. Though our parish tithing (the majority of operating revenue) is now projected to fall short of budget this year, through donations to specific ministries, tight fiscal management, and prayers, our ministries should not greatly suffer.

The budget originally indicated an increase of $50,000, actual tithing numbers will come in at approximately what they were last year. The church roof remains our next major project requiring great capital.

Religion Bowl and EcoMeet successes Make A Difference Day Youth Stewardship Sunday Senior Retreat Graduation of 39 seniors

THANK YOU TEACHERS, PARENTS, & VOLUNTEERS FOR ALWAYS DRIVING US FORWARD. “God gave us our gifts, not for our own glory or pride, but that we might use them for God’s greater honor and glory. Use your gifts to help your fellow man as much as you can.” — Father Emil Kapaun

Our Lady of Lourdes

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Newman Center Activity Our Lady of Lourdes Church supports a very active college Newman Center. A few of the ministries include: Gorillas In Formation—this year one student from the NC (Carrie Prewitt) entered religious life and another student (Josh Evans) is studying for the priesthood. Domus Fiat—this year a household

for young Catholic women was established. The home accommodates up to 10 girls.

Wednesday, Marriage preparation, additional Mass times this year, and so much more.

Retreats and Pilgrimages—including discernment weekends and a March for Life trip to Washington, D.C.

A special project under way, A Home In Our Hearts, is hoping to dramatically improve the chapel area of the Newman Center. Find out more about this exciting project and all the good work of the Newman Club at

Plus—Bible Studies, Group Discussions, Intermural competitions, Apologetics class, frequent sacraments, adoration, rosary, banquets, free lunch

SME Thanks—Mr. Martin As we come to the end of the school year the elementary staff and I would like to thank the parish for the support we received this year. Without the parish our work would not be possible. Your sacrifices and the professional work of our teachers and staff allow our students to gain in their spiritual, academic and social development. Each year, I am amazed by the students’ academic progress and the way they mature and gain in

their faith. We are forming the future stewards of our church and the parish is providing a wonderful example of Catholic faith. As we close the year, I ask our students to pray for the parish and to always be thankful for the school environment we enjoy. After the summer break, we look forward to seeing our students in August to start another exciting school year.

www.catholicgorillas.org.

SMC Thanks—Mr. Gorman It is with tremendous gratitude that I would like to thank our parish for the sacrifices that they have made to provide our students with a Catholic education. The efforts of so many parishioners have allowed our students to excel academically, athletically and spiritually. St. Mary’s Colgan provides our students with a message that is centered in the Gospel values. This

message is seldom found in the world today. For many of our students St. Mary’s Colgan serves as an oasis providing them the opportunity to experience the love of Jesus Christ in a world where that message of love is often lacking. We are very grateful and forever indebted to the members of this parish.

Tithing Cannot Take Summer Vacation Your committed gifts to our parish year-long are required for the parish to maintain its financial obligations. Salaries and utilities, of course, do not take a break during June, July, or August. Thank you for continued gifts. If your income has increased, please increase your parish tithe. Likewise, if your income has fallen, decrease your

tithe proportionally. Please pass to your children the habit of giving, and please continue to pray for those most negatively affected by the current state of the economy, especially those who are currently unemployed. In addition to tithing, please consider including our parish or school in your estate planning; a

“tithe” in your will may include the parish for 10% of the estate or may consider the parish as one of the “children of the family”. Please call the parish office with any questions, 231-2135.

Our Lady of Lourdes

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Joan McGeorge is retiring. We will miss you so much Joan, but we know you’ll have a blast playing with the grandkids, listening to bluegrass, and volunteering. You will be missed greatly at the parish office. — With Love, Margaret, Fr. Tom, John, and all the associates who have passed through the rectory doors.

Remember to name Our Lady of Lourdes or St. Mary’s Colgan Schools in your will.

Retirement is waking up in the morning with nothing to do and by bedtime having only done half of it.

Since September of last year, 15 parishioners have informed the parish that either the parish or the school is in their estate plans.

School Office Hours:

In early August, the bulletin insert will continue. During the summer

Please consider this as necessary for our school’s ability to thrive into the long-term.

Open May 22-June 2 9:00-3:00

Watch for: •

Introduction of new faculty and staff members for next school year

•

Information regarding the Booster Club beginning of the year picnic

Closed June 4-July 31 (messages still taken and returned)

Office Opens August 3 8:00

FYI: all teachers in 2009-2010 will learn more about Differentiated Instruction. In July, Mr. Kraus, Ms. Oplotnik, Ms. Pommier, Mrs. Wilbert, and Mrs. Harris will travel to Las Vegas for a four-day workshop to train, paid for by a federal school grant.

May we leave a legacy of faith and education for the generations to come. If you need assistance in finding a financial planner to help with your estate/ will, feel free to contact the parish office.