Fifth Sunday of Lent
Fifth Sunday of Lent
March 25th, 2007
St. Xavier Parish Home Page
Sisters and brothers, as repentant sinners, we are gathered together by the Holy Spirit in this place of healing and reconciliation. As Easter begins to draw near, let us open our hearts to the saving action of our God in this celebration. Let us be unafraid to come before the Lord with our sinfulness and ask for forgiveness. We lift heart and voice in praise of our God who offers us this great gift.
Today's Gospel passage, perhaps more than any other, captures the immensity of God's mercy. The Lord Jesus shows the kind of mercy that we strife to show to others. When we take on the mind and heart of Saint Paul, who considered everything as a loss compared to his knowledge of Jesus Christ, we will know the tender mercy of our God. As the word of God is proclaimed, let us as God to open our hearts to the transforming power of that word.
If you are a visitor, we hope you enjoy your stay with family and friends. If you are new to the parish, welcome to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Community. Your prayers, time and talent as an active member are greatly appreciated. Please contact the Church Office to register and for further information.
Monday, March 26th, we celebrate The Annunciation of the Lord.
This is a Solemnity Feast proclaiming to the the Virgin Mary that she would bear a Son who would free all mankind from Sin and give the promise of Eternal Life. Mass will be celebrated at 7:50 am and 6:15 pm.
We welcome to the Christian Family Ella Rosa Cavanaugh, who was baptized last Sunday. May God bless you and your family always.
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL SCHEDULE
CONFESSIONS
Sat. 4:00 pm
Anytime by appointment.
ANOINTING OF ELDERLY AND SICK
Wed. following Mass and Stations at 6:15 and following Mass at Sterling House and Thursday following 7:50 am Mass
STATIONS
Wed. following 6:15 Mass
DAILY MASS
See Mass Schedule.
ADORATION
Friday following morning Mass till Noon. Please use the South door.
Sacred Scripture Class
9:30 am and 10:30 am Room 107 in the School every Sunday
Shared the Word Meditation books are still available at all entrances of Church. Make you season of Lent special.
RICE BOWL
Fifth Week of Lent - The Women Caught in Adultery
LENTEN ENRICHMENT - PRAYER & SCRIPTURE
As part of our Lenten enrichment, Sr. Mary Jo will be leading a reflection and discussion on prayer and scripture. We will meet each Wednesday evening of Lent, beginning with February 28th from 7:00 to 8:00 pm in Building C - RICA room (first room to your left at the top of the stairs.) Everyone is welcome to attend.
DIVINE MERCY NOVENA
A group wil be gathering in church, each day at 3:00 pm to pray the Divine Mercy Novena prayers. The novena will begin on Good Friday, April 6th and end on the 2nd Sunday of Easter, April 14th. The novena of Divine Mercy emphasizes the all encompassing mercy and forgiveness of God. If you wish to join in this prayer, please use the south entrance.
There will be no Living Water Meeting in April.
Religious Education
The schedule for Religious Ed will be:
RICA SCHEDULE
Big Brother/Big Sisters of Junction City is looking for people (over 16) with a big heart and a little time who want to make a differance in the life of a child. Because of deployments and other issues, some children just need a little extra time with a big friend. If interested, please call 238-1650 or email rcrenshaw@ksbbbs.org God bless you!
AUCTION MEETING There will be an auction meeting on Monday, March 26 at 7:00 pm in the Rectory Meeting Room. Hope to see you there.
FROM THE DESK OF THE GRAND KNIGHT
Thursday, March 29th, 2007, the Knights of Columbus will celebrate Founder's Day marking the 125th anniversary of the reception of its charter from the state of Connecticut. Knight of Columbus coucils throughout the world will be joining in this commemoration of 125 years of service, faith and fraternity. In conjunction with the order's Founder's Day we will hold a Membership Blitz. The Blitz is scheduled for the weekend of March 24-25. On the day of the event Knights will be passing out flyers and prospect cards before each Mass.
Link of the Month: May You Be Blessed. Gratitude of your life starts with a breathe. Be Thankful to God for your breathe.
March 25th, 2007
St. Xavier Parish Home Page
Sisters and brothers, as repentant sinners, we are gathered together by the Holy Spirit in this place of healing and reconciliation. As Easter begins to draw near, let us open our hearts to the saving action of our God in this celebration. Let us be unafraid to come before the Lord with our sinfulness and ask for forgiveness. We lift heart and voice in praise of our God who offers us this great gift.
Today's Gospel passage, perhaps more than any other, captures the immensity of God's mercy. The Lord Jesus shows the kind of mercy that we strife to show to others. When we take on the mind and heart of Saint Paul, who considered everything as a loss compared to his knowledge of Jesus Christ, we will know the tender mercy of our God. As the word of God is proclaimed, let us as God to open our hearts to the transforming power of that word.
If you are a visitor, we hope you enjoy your stay with family and friends. If you are new to the parish, welcome to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Community. Your prayers, time and talent as an active member are greatly appreciated. Please contact the Church Office to register and for further information.
Monday, March 26th, we celebrate The Annunciation of the Lord.
This is a Solemnity Feast proclaiming to the the Virgin Mary that she would bear a Son who would free all mankind from Sin and give the promise of Eternal Life. Mass will be celebrated at 7:50 am and 6:15 pm.
We welcome to the Christian Family Ella Rosa Cavanaugh, who was baptized last Sunday. May God bless you and your family always.
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL SCHEDULE
CONFESSIONS
Sat. 4:00 pm
Anytime by appointment.
ANOINTING OF ELDERLY AND SICK
Wed. following Mass and Stations at 6:15 and following Mass at Sterling House and Thursday following 7:50 am Mass
STATIONS
Wed. following 6:15 Mass
DAILY MASS
See Mass Schedule.
ADORATION
Friday following morning Mass till Noon. Please use the South door.
Sacred Scripture Class
9:30 am and 10:30 am Room 107 in the School every Sunday
Shared the Word Meditation books are still available at all entrances of Church. Make you season of Lent special.
RICE BOWL
LENTEN ENRICHMENT - PRAYER & SCRIPTURE
As part of our Lenten enrichment, Sr. Mary Jo will be leading a reflection and discussion on prayer and scripture. We will meet each Wednesday evening of Lent, beginning with February 28th from 7:00 to 8:00 pm in Building C - RICA room (first room to your left at the top of the stairs.) Everyone is welcome to attend.
A group wil be gathering in church, each day at 3:00 pm to pray the Divine Mercy Novena prayers. The novena will begin on Good Friday, April 6th and end on the 2nd Sunday of Easter, April 14th. The novena of Divine Mercy emphasizes the all encompassing mercy and forgiveness of God. If you wish to join in this prayer, please use the south entrance.
There will be no Living Water Meeting in April.
Religious Education
The schedule for Religious Ed will be:
- March 28
- Class
- March 28
- Meeting with parents & children to prepare for 1st Holy Communion at 7:00 pm in the Assembly Room, Building A
- April 4
- Class
- 11
- Class
- 18
- Class
- 25
- Class
- 25
- Meeting at 7:00 pm for Confirmation
- May 6
- First Communion at 11:00 am Mass
RICA SCHEDULE
- March 25
- Retreat in Milford (1-4 pm)
- April 1
- Palm Sunday, Seder Meal 6 pm Assembly Rm, Bldg A
- April 7
- Holy Saturday - Prayer and Practice at 11 am and Rite of Initiation at 8pm - Reception after Mass.
- April 8
- Easter Sunday - NO SESSION
Big Brother/Big Sisters of Junction City is looking for people (over 16) with a big heart and a little time who want to make a differance in the life of a child. Because of deployments and other issues, some children just need a little extra time with a big friend. If interested, please call 238-1650 or email rcrenshaw@ksbbbs.org God bless you!
FROM THE DESK OF THE GRAND KNIGHT
Thursday, March 29th, 2007, the Knights of Columbus will celebrate Founder's Day marking the 125th anniversary of the reception of its charter from the state of Connecticut. Knight of Columbus coucils throughout the world will be joining in this commemoration of 125 years of service, faith and fraternity. In conjunction with the order's Founder's Day we will hold a Membership Blitz. The Blitz is scheduled for the weekend of March 24-25. On the day of the event Knights will be passing out flyers and prospect cards before each Mass.
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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