I wish to thank all those who have submitted their Commitment cards so far. For those of you who have yet to do so remember you can fill them in on our website. There are also cards and catalogs of ministry descriptions at the doors of the church. Please make your pledge to our Catholic Community known, we count on all of us to walk this journey of faith together.
Several of you have asked stewardship questions last week. Yes, adults are invited to be altar servers. We are in particular need of altar servers for the 10:30 Mass. Gerald Maurais will oversee all training of altar servers. Your financial pledge to the parish is made in light of your currant circumstances; if the situation in your household should change during the year, just let us know. Ministry schedules are made with input from each individual, so if you are a snowbird, on vacation, or will be away just let Tina know and we will accommodate your schedule. Those who want to donate through on-line giving, Darleen can assist you in setting that up.
Our Annual Memorial Mass, honoring all who were buried this past year from our parish will be held at the 4:00 P.M. Mass Saturday November 3rd. Invitations have been sent to those families who have lost a loved one since last November. All are invited to a reception in the hall following Mass.
We will start a new homily series for the month of November, “From here to eternity.” With the universal church we will reflect on the “end-times” and the impact of our faith on the promise of eternal life.
A reminder to all new drivers, we will be blessing family cars, your license and your insurance policy following the 8:30 Mass on Sunday November 4th. Family cars are to be parked on the cement area at the front doors of the church when you come for Mass.
Again, I have made arrangements for 16 people to attend the trip to Germany in 2020. So far eleven people have shown interest in the trip. If there is a need for more spaces I will see what I can do. If you would like a copy of the 4 page brochure regarding the trip let me know and I will get that to you. If you have health concerns there is trip insurance available.