Announcements
Sunday, September 24, 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Thanks to everyone who helped in any way with the joint Mass and picnic last Sunday. We couldn’t have had better weather and the food was delicious!
- The lector books for those who ordered one are here and cost $12. Please see Sr. Margie after Mass to pick yours up either this Sunday or on October 1st.
- On Tuesday, October 24, there will be a presentation in the Shappelle Center at St. Bernard’s from 10:00 – 11:30 am and then repeated that same evening from 7:00 – 8:30pm. The topic is the Synod which will be going on in Rome at that time. Pope Francis has called 354 members of the Church to discern issues such as the role of the poor, the experience of immigrants, victims of abuse, the disabled, divorced and remarried Catholics, and the role of women. This is something we all need to be aware of as more lay leadership is called forth in our Church. Consider yourself invited to attend!
- On Saturday, October 28th from 10 am till noon, there will be a program in the Shappelle Center at St. Bernard’s featuring author Alicia Fruhwaldova. She has written a book entitled The Loves I Have Lost which is a true story of her family’s heroic triumph during the Holocaust. It describes both loss, fear and suffering as well as the beauty of human strength and the power of perseverance. Please invite anyone you know who has an interest in the history of this particular event.
"A Study of the Mass Word on Fire"
“The Mass is the source and summit of the whole Christian life. Accordingly, the Eucharist is the essential moment for building up and strengthening the parish community.”
— Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr
Archbishop Schnurr invites all the faithful to join him in a study of The Mass, produced by Word on Fire and led by Bishop Robert Barron.
For the six weeks between Christmas and Lent, Archbishop Schnurr will send out one short video each week to help us deepen our appreciation for and participation in the Mass. Just watch the video at your convenience during the week and see how the Holy Spirit moves in you to renew and strengthen your love through the Eucharist – especially during the Sunday Mass.