Weekly Bulletin
This Week At Saint Michael Parish
July 17 - July 25, 2010
2010 CATHOLIC APPEAL
Called to Love and Share, the theme of the 2010 Catholic Appeal reminds us to count our blessings, acknowledge God's gifts to us, and express thanks to Him. We do this by a proportionate giving of our time, talent and treasure. Our parish has raised $26,465 reaching 79 percent of our parish goal of $33,500. We sincerely thank the 177 households in our parish who, as good stewards, have made a gift to the 2010 Catholic Appeal. You are helping many people with many needs. God calls us to share what we have to help others. If you have not yet made your pledge, envelopes are available at the back of the Church. Or, for more information, please call 617-779-3700 or visit www.BostonCatholicAppeal.com. Every gift matters.
ARISE TOGETHER IN CHRIST!
"ARISE Together in Christ" is a three-year, parish-centered process of spiritual renewal and evangelization that enables people to deepen their faith, develop a closer relationship with Christ, grow in community, and reach out in service to others. Season Five of "ARISE Together in Christ" will take place in the Fall. We encourage all parishioners to consider being a part of this spiritual renewal here at St. Michael Parish. Even if you did not participate during the other seasons of ARISE, we invite you to join us this Fall for Session V. It will be an opportunity for you to be a part of a small faith-sharing community that meets over the course of six weeks. As we continue with "ARISE Together in Christ" we will have time to reflect on these basic Gospel themes: Season V - Fall 2010 - We Are the Good News! Saint Michael Parish will begin Season V in early October.
SAMARITAN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Samaritans of Merrimack Valley is a suicide prevention center. We rely on volunteers who, through the goodness of their hearts, reach out to help people who call our confidential crisis help lines. People from all walks of life are trained to offer support and caring for those who are lonely, despairing or suicidal. We are always looking for compassionate people who are willing to give 5 hours a week to befriend our callers. Our next training is August 23, 25, 30 and September 1, from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at Family Service, Inc., 430 North Canal St., in Lawrence. Attendance at all 4 trainings is required. We also have a teen help line staffed by youth between the ages of 16 and 18. Teens are always with an adult volunteer and work a 3 hour shift a week. For more information or to sign up to attend, please call Debbie at 978-327-6671 or email her at dhelms@familyserviceinc.com.
TOGETHER, WE CAN SAVE A LIFE
The American Red Cross is asking people to call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule an appointment to donate blood today! A safe and sufficient blood supply is a community-wide responsibility. In order to donate blood one must in general good health and be at least 17 years old. There is no upper age limit. His Holiness, Pope John Paul II encouraged Catholics to donate blood. He said, "To give one's blood voluntarily and for free is a gesture of high moral and civic value." Help save a life today by giving blood.
GOLF TOURNAMENT- AUGUST 21ST
The 27th Annual Bill Green Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, August 21st, at Campbell's Scottish Highlands Golf Course in Salem, NH. Cost is $110.00 a player. If you are interested in playing, donating or would like more information, call Scott Barrett at 508-423-6311, or Bill Green at 978-454-6379.
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