Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 18th, 2007
St. Xavier Parish Home Page
Brother and sisters, the Holy Spirit draws us together on this sacred day to hear words that are at the center of our Christian belief. As this Mass begins, let us pray that we will take these words to heart, for they have the power to transform not only our lives; they have the power to transform our world.
If you want to be like God, Jesus says, then love your enemies. Don't expect prepayment of loans. Give to every beggar. If someone steals from you, hand the person even more. That is what God does. In showing selfless compassion to others, we are living according to our true nature, created in the likeness of God. These are challenging words. We need the strenght that comes only from God in order to embrace them. As the word of God is proclaimed, let us as God to strengthen us in our commitment to follow Christ.
CONFESSIONS
Following Masses on Ash Wednesday, Friday , and Saturday 4:00 pm. Anytime by appointment.
ANOINTING
Anointing usually will be Tuesday and Thursday during Lent, beginning February 27 and March 1st following Masses.
A big thank you to the Knights of Columbus for the Special Lenten Edition of the "WORD AMONG US." It is a Daily Approach to Prayer and Scripture. Also the special booklet "How to Observe Lent as a Catholic."
Again the generosity of the Knights of Columbus is appreciated. They serve the parish in many capacities. Take time to thank a Knight for all that they do.
St. Andrew Catholic Church in Abilene will have their Annual Garage Sale on March 3 from 7:30 am to Noon at the Parish Center.
Manna House is pleased to announce that nationally known author and retreat director, James Finley will be at Manna House to offer a weekend retreat on Christian meditation. This could be a once in a life time chance to see and hear James Finley. The Retreat begins at 7:00 pm on Friday, March 9th and closes with the noon meal on Sunday, to obtain a registration form please contact Sr. Mary Jo at 238-2998. You can also contact Manna House of Prayer at: 785-243-4428, Fax:785-243-4321. E-mail: retreatcenter@mannahouse.org .
Register for an upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and see what a positive effect it has on your whole family. For more information call Dave and Susan Kisner at 785-628-8952 or online at www.westcentralkansasme.org
Upcoming date: April 20-22, 2007 at the Manna House in Concordia.
St. Xavier School News ANNUAL SCHOOL AUCTION DATE IS APRIL 14, 2007.
St. Xavier School is preparing for its 21st Annual Benefit Auction to be held on Saturday, April 14th, 2007. This is our major fundraising event of the year. We are looking for people to volunteer in various jobs such as security, soliciting, food preparation, setup, cleanup, greeting, finance, etc. If you would be interested in helping out or just seeing what goes on, please attend the auction meeting on January 22 at 7:00 pm in the rectory meeting room.
Auction tickets will be available through the Parish Office at a cost of $30 per person. This price includes food, drinks and the opportuntiy to bid on a variety of items in both a live and silent auction. We discourage attendance by those under the age of 21 because alcohol is servedd at this event.
Raffle tickets are available for $5 each of 6 for $25. Raffles will be held for cash drawing that evening for $1000, $500, $250 and $100. You need not be present to win but we hope that you will be able to join us.
If you or your business can support us with a donation, we accept any new items, antiques or service donations in addition to cash donations. Your name or business will be listed in the auction book. Various cash donation categories are set up for this event to include Major Donors ($1000 and above), Gold Donors ($500 - $999), Silver Donors($100 - $499) and Patron ($99 and under). ANy amount, no matter how small or large, will be greatly appreciated.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
World Day of Prayer is a worldwide ecumenical movement of women and men of many faith traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer on the first Friday in March each year. Throughout the day, we collectively pray all over the world, beginning with the first sunrise and ending at the last sunset. Our prayers follow the sun's path around the globe.
Come join with us in prayer on Friday, March 2nd at 1:30 pm at the First Southern Baptist Church at 1220 W. 8th. If you come around to the back of the church to the lower parking lot you can come right into the room where we will be praying.
Link of the Month: May You Be Blessed. Gratitude of your life starts with a breathe. Be Thankful to God for your breathe.
February 18th, 2007
St. Xavier Parish Home Page
Brother and sisters, the Holy Spirit draws us together on this sacred day to hear words that are at the center of our Christian belief. As this Mass begins, let us pray that we will take these words to heart, for they have the power to transform not only our lives; they have the power to transform our world.
If you want to be like God, Jesus says, then love your enemies. Don't expect prepayment of loans. Give to every beggar. If someone steals from you, hand the person even more. That is what God does. In showing selfless compassion to others, we are living according to our true nature, created in the likeness of God. These are challenging words. We need the strenght that comes only from God in order to embrace them. As the word of God is proclaimed, let us as God to strengthen us in our commitment to follow Christ.
Following Masses on Ash Wednesday, Friday , and Saturday 4:00 pm. Anytime by appointment.
Anointing usually will be Tuesday and Thursday during Lent, beginning February 27 and March 1st following Masses.
A big thank you to the Knights of Columbus for the Special Lenten Edition of the "WORD AMONG US." It is a Daily Approach to Prayer and Scripture. Also the special booklet "How to Observe Lent as a Catholic."
Again the generosity of the Knights of Columbus is appreciated. They serve the parish in many capacities. Take time to thank a Knight for all that they do.
St. Andrew Catholic Church in Abilene will have their Annual Garage Sale on March 3 from 7:30 am to Noon at the Parish Center.
Manna House is pleased to announce that nationally known author and retreat director, James Finley will be at Manna House to offer a weekend retreat on Christian meditation. This could be a once in a life time chance to see and hear James Finley. The Retreat begins at 7:00 pm on Friday, March 9th and closes with the noon meal on Sunday, to obtain a registration form please contact Sr. Mary Jo at 238-2998. You can also contact Manna House of Prayer at: 785-243-4428, Fax:785-243-4321. E-mail: retreatcenter@mannahouse.org .
Register for an upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and see what a positive effect it has on your whole family. For more information call Dave and Susan Kisner at 785-628-8952 or online at www.westcentralkansasme.org
Upcoming date: April 20-22, 2007 at the Manna House in Concordia.
St. Xavier School News ANNUAL SCHOOL AUCTION DATE IS APRIL 14, 2007.
St. Xavier School is preparing for its 21st Annual Benefit Auction to be held on Saturday, April 14th, 2007. This is our major fundraising event of the year. We are looking for people to volunteer in various jobs such as security, soliciting, food preparation, setup, cleanup, greeting, finance, etc. If you would be interested in helping out or just seeing what goes on, please attend the auction meeting on January 22 at 7:00 pm in the rectory meeting room.
Auction tickets will be available through the Parish Office at a cost of $30 per person. This price includes food, drinks and the opportuntiy to bid on a variety of items in both a live and silent auction. We discourage attendance by those under the age of 21 because alcohol is servedd at this event.
Raffle tickets are available for $5 each of 6 for $25. Raffles will be held for cash drawing that evening for $1000, $500, $250 and $100. You need not be present to win but we hope that you will be able to join us.
If you or your business can support us with a donation, we accept any new items, antiques or service donations in addition to cash donations. Your name or business will be listed in the auction book. Various cash donation categories are set up for this event to include Major Donors ($1000 and above), Gold Donors ($500 - $999), Silver Donors($100 - $499) and Patron ($99 and under). ANy amount, no matter how small or large, will be greatly appreciated.
World Day of Prayer is a worldwide ecumenical movement of women and men of many faith traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer on the first Friday in March each year. Throughout the day, we collectively pray all over the world, beginning with the first sunrise and ending at the last sunset. Our prayers follow the sun's path around the globe.
Come join with us in prayer on Friday, March 2nd at 1:30 pm at the First Southern Baptist Church at 1220 W. 8th. If you come around to the back of the church to the lower parking lot you can come right into the room where we will be praying.
Link of the Month: May You Be Blessed. Gratitude of your life starts with a breathe. Be Thankful to God for your breathe.
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