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Saint Michael Parish Mission Statement:

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We the parishioners of Saint Michael the Archangel, through leadership and strong traditions are faithful disciples of the teachings of Jesus Christ and His Catholic Church. We commit ourselves to be generous stewards of our faith, our parish, and our community. We strive to involve all members to be united in one parish family for the salvation of all. Notes from the Pastor: In the past two weekends, I tried to explain on the role of our pastoral and finance councils and the comments on our Mission Statement. I did correct the erroneous ideas that were expressed. But I also want to emphasize that my respect for them remains the same. I appreciate the honesty of those who gave the comments and I wrote those corrections out of charity and out of duty to teach everyone. I mentioned how COMMUNION is very important aspect in our faith and in our being Church, the body of Christ. That as the body of Christ we have to remain united to our head and His representative, theologically termed vicar. In our diocese it is the bishop which we have to follow with respect and obedience. Last Monday, October 15 until Thursday the 18 th, that communion with the bishop was best expressed with the gathering of all the clergy of the diocese at the Spiritual Life Center in Wichita. The gathering focused on recognition and thanksgiving for the gifts this diocese has been blessed with: all the bishops and clergy living and dead. They have served for the growth of this diocese by fulfilling the threefold office delegated by Christ to the apostles and their successors- to teach, to govern, and to sanctify. In the name of this teaching office, I urge those who espouse parochialism (those who think only of our existence as a parish), to remember that we are part of the universal whole, in our area, our diocese of Wichita, under our head, the Bishop. Secondly, that the corrections that I have boldly made in the past weekends are made in Gods name and for the sake of our communion with our head through His vicar. As a parish we have to embrace our diocesan spirit which is the spirit of Stewardship, the focus of our diocese. Last year, if you remember, I tried to show you the video on the spirituality of Stewardship. We bring you to reflection on the meaning of our Next Sunday(10/28/2012) 10:00 AM M., M., M. Adams, M. McDonald, C. Sevart, M.K. Smith Chris Sponsel Ruth Duling Rod & Barbara Murphy Family
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STAFF Fr. Roger Lumbre Pastor Janel Scales Bookkeeper/Bulletin Editor Faith Paoni Secretary Rectory Office Hours Tues-Fri 9AM-Noon Closed on Mondays Tel. (620) 724-8717

Next Saturday(10/27/2012) Altar Servers: 5:30 PM R. Brake & J. Brokob

E. M. H. C. Lectors: Gift Bearers:

Linda Garrett Linda Moore Jess & Cindy Murphy Family

Mass Schedules & Intentions for October 20th-28th:

Oct 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 4:00 PM 5:30 PM 8:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM 7:00 AM Monday 5:30 PM Tuesday Wednesday 6:30 PM 8:00 AM Thursday 8:30AM-3PM 7:00 AM Friday 8AM-6PM 4:00 PM Saturday 5:30 PM 8:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM Saturday Francis Buche Theda Westhoff Julia LaSota Pro Populo Martin Kichler John Albertini Kay Arthur John Albertini Eucharistic Adoration Martin Kichler Eucharistic Adoration Mary LaSota Sowinski Intentions of Helen Brodbeck John Albertini Dave Gall

diocesan definition of Stewardship: A grateful response of a Christian disciple, who recognizes and receives Gods gifts and shares these gifts in love of God and neighbor. I mentioned to you that it is the heart of everything that we do as a parish. Because of that, I told our parish pastoral council recently that we are heading to convert our pastoral council into the Parish Stewardship council. There is not much difference in terms of functions except that it is more focused on our being stewards of Gods gifts! You will hear more about this in the next few weeks. In the meantime, I urge all of you to continue to pray for our parish community, for more participation, for unity and peace. Also during this month of the rosary and this Year of Faith, I am encouraging everyone to continue to pray the rosary especially as a family and to study either in your individual time or avail of our parish study groups to give yourselves a chance to grow and strengthen your faith in God! God bless you all! Fr. Roger Movie Night The March for Life students are hosting a movie night in the parish hall on Saturday, October 27. They are showing the pro-life film October Baby. Based on a true story, this movie is about a teenage girl who finds out she was born from a botched abortion. Chili, desserts, and popcorn will be offered, starting at 6:30pm. Movie will begin at 7:00. Free will donations are appreciated.

Two Obscure Saints This Week As I scanned Butlers Lives of the Saints, two rather obscure priests have their Last Week July 2012 to date feast days this week. On this coming Tuesday, there is St. John of Capistrano, Contributions $3,500.00 $44,491.38 born in 1386 during the dreaded Black Death that swept Europe. The Western Children's Offering $21.48 $493.85 Schism had split the Church of Rome when candidates from Avignon and Rome both claimed that they were the rightful Pope. (and we think we have trouble Expenses $52,575.59 today?) At age 34, John was ordained a priest after joining the Franciscans. It Over/ (Under) ($7,590.36) was a time of religious confusion, and his orthodox preaching attracted many to return to the faith. John also helped reunite Greek and Armenian churches and when the Turks captured Constantinople, he preached a crusade for the defense Saint Michaels Upcoming Events of Europe. He died Oct. 23, 1456. This Wednesday, the Church recognizes St. Magloire, born in Brittany, a reFinance Council Parish Council gion in northwestern France, in 495 A.D. He and his cousin, Sampson, were Tony Stonerock-Chair Dale Coomes-Chair close, and when his cousin joined monastery, Magloire chose not to join. Some Next Meeting TBA Next meeting, TBA years later, Amon, Sampsons father, was cured of a disease through prayers. Amon, thankful to God, consecrated himself and his family to Gods work. MagRosary Altar Society Knights of Columbus loire was so greatly moved by his uncles gesture that he got his parents and two Next meeting, Oct. 29th 1st Tuesday of Month, 7pm brothers to give their possessions to the poor and to the Church. Soon, Magloire At 6:30pm in the Hall. St. Michael Parish Hall joined Sampson at his monstery and when Sampson was made Bishop of Brittany, Magloire served him well. At Sampsons death, Magloire took his place as Bishop. After three years, he resigned his post and established a monastery for Helping Hands Daughters of Isabella over 50 monks. Both he and Sampson were later canonized as saints. He died on Need help or want to volunteer, Call Marilyn Bradshaw, Oct. 24, 575. Call Carrie Smith, 724-6684 724-7133

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St. Michaels Fall Bazaar Announcements ++Please pray for a nice day for our Annual Bazaar. Thank you in advance for all your help. We know it takes each and everyone of you to make it successful!! ++We tried to place the CYM students in shifts at the same time as their parents, but it didnt always work out, so in case your child is working a different shift than you, that is why. Sorry for any inconvenience. Special Fundraising Event Girard Medical Center Auxiliary presents a special fundraising event, with proceeds benefiting special needs or projects at Girard Medical Center. Everyone is welcome to stop by the Girard Medical Center on Tuesday, October 23rd, from 8:00am-6:00pm.Over 1,000 styles of todays fashion accessories such as: rings, watches, bracelets, scarves, sunglasses, belts, earrings, purses, wallets, totes, reading glasses, pendants, seasonal accessories, gadgets, gifts and much more. Terrific Christmas gifts & Stocking Stuffers! Advertising As you can see, we have a few openings in the advertisement section below, if you or anyone you know would like to support our parish bulletin, please send a payment of $100 and the advertising information to the parish office. The $100 will get you 12 months of advertising in both St. Joseph and St. Michael bulletins. Plus it is tax deductible!

The Bible: More Than a Book, Its a Textbook For Life In years past, Catholics were often labeled as deficient in Bible reading: it was Protestants who read the Bible and took it literally in most cases. However, many Catholics today are taking their Bible off the shelf and reading it for inspiration and guidance from God. Just this past weekend, Fr. Lumbre suggested that we read the Bible, if only a few verses each day. The main difference between Catholics and Protestants is this: Protestants believe that the Bible is the only rule of faith, whereas Catholics believe that God revealed himself in Christ, and that Christ entrusted his teaching to his apostles, that is, to the Church guided by the apostles. Catholics believe that most of Gods revelation is found in the Bible, while some is handed down authentically by the Church, known as tradition. When you open the New Testament, youll find 27 different books listed. Except for six of them, these 27 books are actually letters. The six exceptions are the four gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke & John), Lukes Acts of the Apostles, and the last book in the Bible, Revelation. I heard Bishop Jackels a few years ago at a graduation when he encouraged the seniors to read the Bible. He said, Continue to grow in the knowledge of Jesus and what He asks of us. Resist the temptation to put aside your Bible. Its more than a class book; its a textbook for life. This is where we come to know God. You cant love what you dont know. Take your Bible to college with you. Make a commitment to read it everyday, even if only a few sentences daily. God will have spoken to you. We need a personal, friendly relationship with Jesus and this is a surefire way of getting it. The Church has kept the Bible authentic and she remains the custodian of Gods word and the Bible should be interpreted in the light of the Churchs teachings. Even Martin Luther admitted in his Commentary, We are compelled to concede to the Catholics, that they have the Word of God, that we received it from them, and that without them, we should have no knowledge of it at all.

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