Our Parish Family
Sacramental Preparation Starting soon! Do you know someone who would like to learn more about becoming Catholic, coming back to the church after years or completing their Initiation Sacraments (Baptism, First Communion & Confirmation)? Would you like to assist in the formation of those preparing to receive sacraments? RCIA, Confirmation prep and Religious Ed for K-6 are all starting soon! Please spread the word and encourage others to contact Fr. Carmelo or Patti soon if they are interested in learning more. If you are willing to help in some capacity please let them know as well.
New Liturgical Ministers Schedule: By the door there are copies of the Schedule for liturgical ministers and cleaning volunteers for August, September & October. Thanks to all those who serve our parish family in these roles!
Catechist meeting: Wednesday, August 10th from 5-7pm there will be a meeting for all those volunteering with the K-6 Religious Education program this week. Child care and dinner will be provided.
Parish Council this Monday: If you have any suggestions or something you would like the Parish Council to discuss at their meeting Monday, August 8th at 6pm please let one of the members know: Valerie Newell, Chair; Greg Sugg, Peggy Howell, Devin Gibson, Jimmy Frederick or Michael Coomes.
Our Faith Family
Peddling for a Purpose: A group of cyclists are riding through Sebree Monday, August 15, on their way to a fundraiser in Little Rock Arkansas. They are raising money along the route for Miracles for Mary a non-profit helping families dealing with traumatic brain injuries. They will be staying the night in the First Baptist church. If you would like to meet them and hear more about this foundation, they invite you to come by Monday night. To learn more about this you can go to www.miraclesformary.com. We are putting together at UK/KY basket for their auction if you would like to donate item or cash for their cause please bring it to mass next weekend.
Family Camp The Family Life Office is hosting their 2nd annual Family Camp at Gasper River Catholic Youth Camp & Retreat Center from August 19-21 (Friday evening – Sunday noon). Join other families for a weekend of daily mass, quiet time for prayer and reflection surrounded by God’s creation, and fun activities. You will have the opportunity to listen to talks and reflections on how to raise a Catholic family in this world where it is often times hostile to our faith. To register, visit owensborodiocese.org/familycamp/.
Space is limited so apply today!
14thAnnual Rural Life Celebration
Sunday, August 14th 5:00 pm Owensboro Convention Center You are invited to a celebration of rural life in the air conditioned comfort of the Owensboro Convention Center on West Second St and Locust St. (Please note the change of venue for this year.) A free meal will be served start at 5:00 pm with a short program and awarding of two Lifetime Achievement Awards. Event sponsored by the Diocese of Owensboro Rural Life Committee.
VOCARE 2016 | SAVE THE DATE! September 23, 2016
Come help the Diocese celebrate and encourage vocations!
The Diocese of Owensboro is now accepting registrations for VOCARE 2016, the event of the year for the Diocese.
It is an opportunity to dress your finest and help our Diocese increase awareness of vocations, celebrate vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life, and provide financial support for seminarian education. The evening begins at 5:00 PM at the Owensboro Convention Center with a cocktail/social hour. Dinner will promptly begin at 6:00 PM and will feature a keynote address by Andy Day, Diocese of Owensboro native and southeast regional director of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students).
Those interested in attending can purchase an entire table, a single seat or seats for two. Visit owensborodiocese.org/vocare/ to register and pay for the event. If you have any questions regarding VOCARE, please contact the Bishop’s Office at 270-683-1545.