(Photo: Bell at St. Benedict church)

Catechetical Sunday - September 17:

(from Father Bill)

This year, the Church celebrates Catechetical Sunday on September 17, 2017.  The 2017 theme is "Living As Missionary Disciples."  Those who the community has designated to serve as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry.  Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel.  Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.

This Week's Stewardship Message:

Good stewards follow the advice of St. Paul and conduct themselves - by wise use of their time and talents - in a way worthy of the Gospel of Christ.

PSR Elementary/Middle School Classes began September 20:

The PSR (Parish School of Religion) classes for the elementary and middle school began Wednesday, September 20, 2017, and will be held each Wednesday from 3:30-4:45 PM.  There is a handout sheet in the vestibule of the church for all parents that gives more information about the PSR Program.  We are adding pre-school (age 4) to our program this year.  A pre-school child must be 4 years old before August 1 to attend PSR classes.  If you have questions, call Sandra Kennon at 996-4170 or Cheryl Hawks at 996-7947. See PSR Enrollment Form at our Parish Resources webpage.

Fall Rummage and Bake Sale will be held on Friday, Oct 6 and Saturday, Oct 7.  Set up dates for the sale will be Saturday, Sept 30 for those who cannot attend during the week, and on Tuesday, Oct 3.  Bring items for the sale anytime to the church basement.  If the church is locked, call Debbie Davidson at 573-354-2072, Sonya at 996-2276, or Chris at 995-7569 and we will unlock it for you. (continued)

Eucharistic Adoration on Saturdays:

• Every Saturday from 7:30 PM to Midnight.

We need volunteers for Eucharistic Adoration. We need at least 2 volunteers for each hour of Adoration.  There is a sign-up sheet in the vestibule of the church or call the parish office 573-996-3301 or 573-776-4504.  Everyone is encouraged to come and spend quiet time with our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament during Eucharistic Adoration.  Even if you aren't able to stay for a full hour, please consider time in prayer with the Blessed Sacrament, even if it's only a few moments. Eucharistic Devotion and The Real Presence of Jesus in the Sacrament of the Eucharist (USCCB links)

Retirement Fund for Religious - Collection September 16-17:

Religious give thanks.  A religious sister writes, "When we see the generous response of so  many thousands of persons in order to help us, religious men and women, we are left speechless."  Senior sisters, brothers, and religious order priests across the country send heartfelt thanks and prayers for your donation to last week's Retirement Fund for Religious collection. 

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