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Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time
WHO
TOUCHED ME?
“Talitha,
koum.” Both the suffering woman and the young girl revive with the healing
touch of Jesus. Here, faith in Christ Jesus, son of God, conquers sickness
and death. Today we look to the church’s faith to help us overcome death and
sin. Here, God’s bride, the church, looks to the Lord’s generosity for
healing and salvation. In the Eucharist, Jesus again asks, “Who touches me?”
We do Lord. Help us! Save us!
Text,
Philip J. Sandstrom, STD c 2000, OCP. All rights reserved
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News, Reminders and Forthcoming
Events

Faithfulness of Christ,
faithfulness of priests.
Pope
Benedict XVI has declared a “Year for Priests” beginning with the
Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 19, 2009. The year will
conclude in Rome with an international gathering of priests with the Holy
Father on June 19, 2010. With the announcement of this Year for Priests, the
Pope has declared St. John Vianney the Universal Patron of Priests on the
occasion of the 150th anniversary of the death of the Cure d’Ars. Please
pray for our priests that they might always be faithful to their sacred
calling.
THE
FILIPINO COMMISSION OF THE DIOCESE OF RICHMOND
invites you
to join us in our Annual Filipino Liturgical Celebration at the Roanoke
Civic Center on July 11. The celebrant is Bishop DiLorenzo. For information
on transportation, Call Marilyn at (757) 275-5026.
2ND ANNUAL
ITALIAN FESTIVAL will be held on Saturday,
July, 18, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm at St. Gregory's gym. Great
Food, Great Drinks, Live Entertainment!!!! For tickets call 495-
1492. Tickets are also available in the Parish and school office!!!
MINISTRY
FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Did you know that 1 out of 5
members of our parish has some type of disabling condition? That is 20%!
Please be aware of your surroundings and lend a helping hand. We are blessed
to have several parishioners who are voluntarily serving as your Parish
Advocates. A Parish Advocate is someone who acts on behalf of persons with
disabilities to ensure that all are invited to fully participate and share
in the life of our church community. We are all children of God and we have
all been given a gift. How can we help you? We meet once a month and invite
you to join us. For more info call Susan Perron at (757) 499-9718
or the church office at (757) 497-8330.
SMALL FAITH
COMMUNITIES
Participation in a small faith community raises
your awareness of what scripture says and how it fits into your life. You
will be able to discuss with others the problems and challenges you are
experiencing in your Christian journey. Some Small Faith Communities
continue throughout the year. If you would like to join one that meets
weekly to discuss the Sunday readings call Elaine at (757) 424-1558 or email her
at AED999@hotmail.com .
CD MINISTRY
We now have two racks, one in the
Commons and one in the old spot, the corridor outside the Commons leading to
the side parking lot and classrooms. So remember to check on both racks for
CD titles.
COUPLE TO COUPLE MINISTRY
The adult faith formation office is preparing
to begin a new marriage ministry. We are looking for mature married
couples to mentor new young marrieds. We are looking for couples to support
Marriage Encounter too. Have you ever said to yourselves, “If only someone
had told me when I was first married . . .” Consider becoming a volunteer to
“talk and walk” with young marrieds.
For more information, contact Dr. Bob
or leave a message at 449-4494, x309.
SAINT GREGORY THE
GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL
has announced the establishment of
an innovative Middle School Gifted Resource Program, beginning in August
2009. Potential students may now apply for enrollment. For more information
call Nancy Wakeham, Director of Admissions at 497-1811 x 370.
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For further news and announcements of
forthcoming events, please refer to our weekly bulletin. Did you know
you may access the bulletin online? Please
click here.
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