The Second Sunday of Ordinary Time
The Second Sunday of Ordinary Times
January 20th, 2008
St. Xavier Parish Home Page
Today we are in Ordinary time, a rather short three Sunday stretch that will bring us to the treshold of another Lenten season. Our Gospel picks up where last week's left off. In a real way, today is a continuation of Epiphany, for once again we have testimony about the manifestation of Jesus as Lord. John the Baptist announces that Jesus is the Lamb of God. Gathered together as people redeemed through the blood of the Lamb, we are filled with praise and gratitude.
John the Baptist directs the attention of the gathered crowds to the Lord Jesus, whom John refers to as the "Lamb of God." Our attention is focused now on the Lamb who speaks a word that redeems us and calls us to more dedicated discipleship. Let us listen attentively to the word of God and pray that we will respond to that word with actions taht help spread the good news of salvation.
We welcome to the Christian Community Nanya Ainsleigh Narciso, daughter of Vincent adn Heidi, and Samantha Elizabeth Daugherty, daughter of Vincent and Jerra. These children were baptized recently. May Gods blessing be with the families.
We extend our prayers and sympathy to the wife, family and friends of Robert Herron who passed away on the 10th. May God welcome into his loving arems and to Eternal Glory.
Meetings this Week
These meetings were rescheduled from last week.
Jan. 23 Finance Council at 5:00 pm
Jan. 23 School Council at 7:00 pm
Jan. 24 Parish Council at 7:00 pm
Please pick up the material in the sacristy to be prepared for the meetings.
SCOUT NEWS
All Boy Scout and Cub Scouts are invited to celebrate Mass with Troop and Pack 41 on February 3, 2008, at 9:30 am for Scout Sunday. The Cub Scouts will have their Fellars Cake competition after each Mass during the Knights of Columbus Breakfast in the school cafeteria. The cake competition and bake sale will be from 8:00 am through 12:00 pm. Please stop in and support our Pack.
Women's CURSILLO (KER-SEE-O) 14-17 Feb. 2008 in Victoria, KS.
Cursillo is a "short course" or "short experience" in the fundamental teachings of Jesus as live with other Christians. If you want to be renewed in your Catholic faith, this may be what you have been searching for. It is for men and women (separate weekends). You must be at least 21 years old, Catholic, and in good standing (able to receive Holy Communion).
For more information there are brochures on the table in the back of the Church. ContactL: Janet Hahn, 461-5996.
Diversity Youth Ministry: What Is It All About?
If you or your child is interested in being a part of Diversity, please see the Your Ministry Display Table at the back of church for more information. Hope you'll join us!
Bingo Fund Raiser Projects starts January 28th-March 27th.
Parish Grounds Community Service Project after 11:00 am Mass till 4:00 pm.
All forms for events, registration, and News Letters are found in the back of Church at the Diversity Youth Ministry Table.
Link of the Month: Today's Heartfelt Blessing; http://www.bettertobless.com/today.html.
January 20th, 2008
St. Xavier Parish Home Page
Today we are in Ordinary time, a rather short three Sunday stretch that will bring us to the treshold of another Lenten season. Our Gospel picks up where last week's left off. In a real way, today is a continuation of Epiphany, for once again we have testimony about the manifestation of Jesus as Lord. John the Baptist announces that Jesus is the Lamb of God. Gathered together as people redeemed through the blood of the Lamb, we are filled with praise and gratitude.
John the Baptist directs the attention of the gathered crowds to the Lord Jesus, whom John refers to as the "Lamb of God." Our attention is focused now on the Lamb who speaks a word that redeems us and calls us to more dedicated discipleship. Let us listen attentively to the word of God and pray that we will respond to that word with actions taht help spread the good news of salvation.
We welcome to the Christian Community Nanya Ainsleigh Narciso, daughter of Vincent adn Heidi, and Samantha Elizabeth Daugherty, daughter of Vincent and Jerra. These children were baptized recently. May Gods blessing be with the families.
We extend our prayers and sympathy to the wife, family and friends of Robert Herron who passed away on the 10th. May God welcome into his loving arems and to Eternal Glory.
Meetings this Week
These meetings were rescheduled from last week.
Jan. 23 Finance Council at 5:00 pm
Jan. 23 School Council at 7:00 pm
Jan. 24 Parish Council at 7:00 pm
Please pick up the material in the sacristy to be prepared for the meetings.
SCOUT NEWS
All Boy Scout and Cub Scouts are invited to celebrate Mass with Troop and Pack 41 on February 3, 2008, at 9:30 am for Scout Sunday. The Cub Scouts will have their Fellars Cake competition after each Mass during the Knights of Columbus Breakfast in the school cafeteria. The cake competition and bake sale will be from 8:00 am through 12:00 pm. Please stop in and support our Pack.
Women's CURSILLO (KER-SEE-O) 14-17 Feb. 2008 in Victoria, KS.
Cursillo is a "short course" or "short experience" in the fundamental teachings of Jesus as live with other Christians. If you want to be renewed in your Catholic faith, this may be what you have been searching for. It is for men and women (separate weekends). You must be at least 21 years old, Catholic, and in good standing (able to receive Holy Communion).
For more information there are brochures on the table in the back of the Church. ContactL: Janet Hahn, 461-5996.
Diversity Youth Ministry: What Is It All About?
If you or your child is interested in being a part of Diversity, please see the Your Ministry Display Table at the back of church for more information. Hope you'll join us!
Bingo Fund Raiser Projects starts January 28th-March 27th.
Parish Grounds Community Service Project after 11:00 am Mass till 4:00 pm.
All forms for events, registration, and News Letters are found in the back of Church at the Diversity Youth Ministry Table.
Link of the Month: Today's Heartfelt Blessing; http://www.bettertobless.com/today.html.
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