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May is traditionally
devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God.
Catholics often have a May altar at home, with statue
and flowers. Daily prayers might include: Hail Mary,
Memorare, Regina Caeli, Litany of the Blessed Virgin,
the Angelus, or prayer in one’s own words. Do something
to honor the Mother of God.
The crowning of the statue
of the Blessed Virgin Mary will occur at the outdoor
shrine Sunday, May 4 after the 10am Mass.
St. James Council, Knights of Columbus #2299 is
conducting its annual state-wide campaign, the Super
Cash Bonanza. The charity effort benefits the
organization’s local charitable causes, which support
youth, community and church programs. Council members
will sell tickets through late May. Tickets, sold for $5
each, are available from any K of C member or by
contacting the council’s ticket chairman, Ron Klausing
385-8429. Winners will be announced at the
organization’s state convention, May 23. K of C
measure-Up campaign is May 2 and 3 at WalMart and
Kroger. Volunteers are needed for two-hour shifts.
Sign-Up sheet in back of church. Call Ron Klausing at
385-8429.
For a St. John School
Alumni Association, we are searching for current
names and addresses of those who attended, even for a
year or two. Please give the information to the School
Office or to Amy Taulbee.
St. John School Alumni and
Supporters show your school pride! Order one of our New
St. John School t-shirts (S-XL for $8, 2X for $9, 3X for
$10, 4X for $11). Car window stickers that read “Proud
St. John School Family,” “Proud St. John School
Supporter,” or “Proud St. John School Alumni” also
available for $3. Call the school office 385-2767 to
place orders.
St. John School Tuition
Assistance Golf Tournament: Plans are underway for
our second annual Golf Tournament. All those who are
interested in helping with this event are invited to
attend a planning meeting on Wednesday, May 21 at 7pm in
the church social hall. Volunteers are needed for three
committees: Advertising/PR, Food/Beverage, &
Sponsors/Prizes. If you wish to volunteer but cannot
attend the meeting, please call Deb Mohler 385-7743 or
Erin Schornack 385-2767.
Parrish School of
Religion (CCD)-The last class for this year’s
studies will be Sunday, May 11. There will be no classes
on May 18 as originally scheduled. Parents should
continue to work with their children during the summer
reviewing their prayers.
The Bishop’s Annual
Appeal to aid the Bishop in the operation of the
Diocese began Sunday, May 4. Envelopes are in the pews.
Each household is kindly asked to make a gift. Our
parish target is $29,471.00. Thank you for your
participation. A gift of $60/household would fulfill the
target. Bishop’s Annual Appeal report: Target: 29,400;
Pledged: 2125; Received: 710.00.
St. John Summer Camp:
New this year! Morning camp (8am-12pm) or all day camp
(beginning at 8am, available till 5pm). All day campers
will bring sack lunches. Camp will run from June 9-July
18 (no camp July 4). Camp leaders are St. John School
teacher Mandy LaTorre and St. John parent and
parishioner Stephanie Mansfield. Camp leaders have CPR
and first aid training, background checks, and
Protection God’s Children certification. Affordable
rates, structured environment, snacks provided, walking
field trips, arts and crafts, outdoor games and
activities, and much more! Open to children ages 4-12.
Space is limited so call 385-2767 today to sign up!
Daily Offering
intentions for May – General: culture that defends
and promotes the values of the human person; Mission:
that Mary may guide missionaries. |
