July 16, 2017 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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...Some seed fell on rich soil and produced fruit, a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold. Whoever has ears ought to hear.

Matthew 13:8 - 9

FR. RON'S RAMBLINGS frron@stisidore.church

One of the many things Fr. Noel and I love about ministering at St. Isidore is our association with Austin Catholic High School. Austin Catholic is an Augustinian-related school which St. Isidore parish helped to found in 2011. Austin was originally located in a former junior high school which was leased from the New Haven school district located on 26 mile Road near North Avenue. Last summer the school moved into a permanent home, a school at 23 Mile Road just east of Fairchild, which was purchased from the Chesterfield Township school district. It is a beautiful facility. Austin students participate in Mass three days a week. During the school year, Fr. Noel and I take turns presiding at the Tuesday Morning mass and fill in at other times when needed. We love the contact with the entire Austin Community, including the administration, faculty, staff, and student body. Austin has a very strong Catholic identity. It follows the Augustinian values of “Truth, Unity, Love”. It offers an excellent, well-rounded high school education based on Gospel values.

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OUR FOCUS

St. Isidore provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment so that persons of every background feel included and engaged here.

Our doors are open. We reach out to those who are seeking God’s grace and meet them where they are.

St. Isidore is a strong, passionate place of faith. Together we will build up our community and share it with those around us.

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WEEKLY CALENDAR INDEXBaby Pantry 6

Baptisms 3

Bible Study 5Children’s Page 13Christian Service - Blood Drive 6CSA Status 11Deacon Bill’s Column 7Diane Bucko’s Column 5Fr. Ron's Ramblings 1, 4Fr. Solanus Casey Beatification 8Fellowship Baseball Game 9F.I.T. (First Impressions Team) 5Health Ministry --Liturgical Schedule 12Mary Magdalene Feast Day 5Mass Intentions 4Military 11On the Rise Bakery 3Parish Directory 12Parish Office Summer Hours 3Prayers for the Sick 11Rest In Peace 3Rock the Plank 10Stewardship 11St. Vincent De Paul 6Vacation Bible School 6Wedding Banns 3

Sunday, July 16 On the Rise Bakery A 7:30 am Mass CH 9:30 am Mass CH 11:30 am Mass CH

Monday, July 17 8:00 am Mass CH 7:00 pm Prayer Group RC Tuesday, July 18 7:00 am Holy Hour CH 8:00 am Mass CH 9:00 am Casino Trip OS Wednesday, July 19 8:00 am Mass CH 9:30 am Scripture Study RC

Thursday, July 20 8:00 am Mass CH 1:30 pm St. Vincent de Paul Meeting ECR 7:00 pm VBS Volunteer Meeting SH Friday, July 21 7:00 am Holy Hour CH 8:00 am Mass CH 7:05 pm Baseball Game OS

Saturday, July 22 8:00 am Mass CH 3:15 pm Reconciliation CH 4:30 pm Mass CH

Sunday, July 23 7:30 am Mass CH 9:30 am Mass CH 11:30 am Mass CH 1:00 pm Baptisms CH 2:00 pm VBS Set-Up CR & SH

WEEKLY READINGS

KEY TO CALENDAR LOCATIONS: A-Atrium, CH-Church, CR-Classrooms, CY-Courtyard, ECR-Executive Conference Room, FCR-Front Conference Room, GS-Gathering Space, K-Social Hall Kitchen, MA-Maintenance Room, MR-Music Room, OS-Off Site, RC-Resource Center, REC-Rectory, SH-Social Hall, YR-Youth Room

The Week of July 16, 2017Sunday Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 55:10-11; Ps 65:10, 11, 12-13, 14; Rom 8:18-23; Mt 13:1-23 or 13:1-9Monday Ex 1:8-14, 22; Ps 124:1b-3, 4-6, 7-8; Mt 10:34—11:1Tuesday Saint Camillus de Lellis, Priest Ex 2:1-15a; Ps 69:3, 14, 30-31, 33-34; Mt 11:20-24Wednesday Ex 3:1-6, 9-12; Ps 103:1b-2, 3-4, 6-7; Mt 11:25-27Thursday Saint Apollinaris, Bishop and Martyr Ex 3:13-20; Ps 105:1 and 5, 8-9, 24-25, 26-27; Mt 11:28-30Friday Saint Lawrence of Brindisi, Priest and Doctor of the Church Ex 11:10—12:14; Ps 116:12-13, 15 and 16bc, 17-18; Mt 12:1-8Saturday Saint Mary Magdalene Sg 3:1-4b or 2 Cor 5:14-17; Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18Sunday Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Wis 12:13, 16-19; Ps 86:5-6, 9-10, 15-16; Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24-43 or 13:24-30

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BAPTISMSOn Sunday, July 1, 2017, Fr. Ron Victor welcomed two new Christians into the family of God:

Eric Arnold DonaldsonSon of Eric & Heather (Arnold) Donaldson

Braydon Cole PrusakiewiczSon of Michael & Lindsay (Driver) PrusakiewiczOn Saturday, July 8, 2017, Deacon Tom Carter welcomed one new Christian into the family of God:

Alessia Marie LaphamDaughter of Jesse & Jaclyn (Simoni) LaphamOn Sunday, July 9, 2017, Deacon Bill Stimpson welcomed one new Christian into the family of God:

Isabelle Vanessa DivisiDaughter of Todd & Rachael (Brinker) DivisiThe parents, godparents and families took part in these joyous events.

WEDDING BANNS II Douglas Young, Jr. & Alyssa Allen

I Luke Freeman & Mary Sheahan

PARISH OFFICE SUMMER HOURS

Beginning on Wednesday, July 5, the parish office hours will follow the summer schedule, as follows:Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm closed for lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pmFriday 8:30 am - 12:00 noonSaturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmSunday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmNormal office hours will resume after Labor Day (September 4) on Tuesday, September 5.

This weekend, July 15 & 16, the men of the “On The Rise Bakery” are here to entice with their delicious baked goods. Their baked goods will be available after all the Masses this weekend. Please stop by and enjoy some of the most wonderful baked goods ever.

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Monday, July 178:00 AM M/M Eric Haglund & Family ParentMichael Holland FamilyFrank & Jean Kurus Sledz Family†Giovanni Meschini Wife & Family†Peter Ventimiglia Grace Mallo

Tuesday, July 188:00 AMPatricia & †Jerome Haight (Wedding Anniversary) Family†Monica Victor (10th Anniversary) Family†Stanley Bartkowicz Irene Maciag Wednesday, July 198:00 AM †Bill Pullen Cecilia Griffin †Anthony J. Lucido Family†John & †Alma Ippolito Family†William "Bill" Goike Wife & Family

Thursday, July 208:00 AM †Auntie Mary Irene Maciag

Friday, July 218:00 AMMary Herc Children†Annette Lalama (Birthday) Mom & Dad†Robert Dickerson Family†Lottie Muzyk Andrew & Christina Dzul

Saturday, July 228:00 AM People of the Parish

Saturday, July 224:30 PM†Michael Burtnyk, Jr. Family†Slominski Family-Deceased Members Family†Anna Viscomi Viscomi Family†Elsie Langededyk Family†Stephen Sonia Faith Formation†William "Bill" Goike Wife & Family†Roy Signorino Bob & Linda Plansek†Thomas E. Schepen Joe & Joanne Andary†Mary Badalamenti Joe & Joanne Andary†John Seibert Wife Sunday, July 237:30 AM Donald Holland Daughter†Eleanor Batronie (22nd Anniversary) Sadowski Family†Salvatore Gelardi Family†Darlene Opakewski Larry†James Boyd Wife & Daughters

9:30 AM †Charlotte Cahalan Jean Lukaszewski†Robert Wilson Family

11:30 AM People of the ParishDonald Holland Family†Filippa DiMagio Sister, Grace Moceri†Mazzola Family - Deceased Members Katy Mazzola†Fred Buonbrisco (1st Anniversary) Friends†Eugenia Maccagnone Husband, Frank†John Swiatek Eugene & Janice Olszewski†Ligaya Lanni Sister, Virginia

MASS INTENTIONS

FR. RON'S RAMBLINGS (Continued from page 1)

I consider Austin an important extension of our parish mission, as it is a powerful way of “Bringing the Word to the Community”. It offers our parents the option of a Catholic high school education for their children. As one of the area parishes instrumental in the founding of the school, we have offered financial support to the school, and, as pastor of a founding parish, first Msgr. Mike and now I serve on the Austin Board of Directors.Several months ago a weekly column entitled “Austin in Action” began appearing in the Harvest News. It is one way of better informing parishioners of the school and its excellence. I strongly encourage parents to seriously consider Austin as your child’s high school. Tuition is relatively affordable compared to other Catholic Schools. Tuition assistance is available both from the school and from the Archdiocese of Detroit for those who qualify. In addition, St. Isidore offers scholarships for parishioners who attend Austin Catholic High School. I see it as a wonderful investment in our young people and our church. God Bless you,Fr. Ron

Austin Catholic High School25925 23 Mile Rd.Chesterfield, MI 48051-1906Main Phone Number: 586.200.0143austincatholicacademy.org

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR US? by Diane Bucko diane@stisidore.church

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Resource Center.

Dates: July 26 & August 9

Join F.I.T. (First Impressions Team)! Contact the parish office to volunteer to help welcome your fellow parishioners and guests.

15th Sunday in Ordinary TimeNurturing is the theme of the First Reading and the Gospel today. Isaiah’s oracle begins by describing God’s gift of rain and snow that nurture the earth. The elements make the earth fruitful and fertile. God takes care of our need for crops and food so that we have plenty. Then Isaiah tells us God’s word does the same thing. Like the rain and snow, God’s word is fertile, taking root in us, and fruitful in the way we live out that word. That is the reason God sends it.The disciples asked Jesus why he spoke to people in parables. Jesus explained to them that people do not listen to the words they hear or see what is obvious to the eye. They need stories that explain the point. Those parables nurture his listeners, they are fed and they grow to be fruitful believers. Paul, in his letter to the Romans, counsels the people to bear their trials and tribulations. They and all of creation are suffering. They must bear it because they have been redeemed and the promise of eternal life is theirs.What’s in it for us? We see plenty all around us this time of year. Crops are growing, fresh fruit and veggies have flavor again, and the rain refreshes the earth. Farmers nurture their crops because God nurtures the earth. We are nurturers too. We are crops too. We nurture others by the example of our lives. We are the crops that Jesus nurtures with his word. His word grows in us because we are fertile ground. We hope to be a fruitful harvest for God. We might consider two questions this week. In what ways am I nurtured by Christ? How do I nurture others because of my faith? The word does not spread until we spread it.

Good News about St. Mary MagdaleneThe memorial of St. Mary Magdalene, which falls on July 22, has been raised to a feast. That may not sound very important but it really is significant. Most saints’ days are memorials that are scheduled on the sanctoral calendar to honor that person who is raised to the title of saint. A feast is the title given to the apostles and Mary under her several titles to honor their particular relationship to Jesus Christ. Mary Magdalene been given this honor because she is the apostle to the apostles. She was the first to see, speak, and worship the risen Christ. She was the one who carried the good news of his resurrection to the apostles. They doubted her and went to investigate for themselves. She was the first evangelist because she spread the news. She has been given the honor of feast because she loved Christ and was loved by Christ. Their particular friendship was mutual and respectful. She is the faithful model of discipleship for modern Christian women. Hurray for St. Mary Magdalene whose FEAST is this Saturday, July 22.

EVANGELIZATION PRAYER

Gracious God, Bless all the people of St. Isidore with increased faith and charity. Send the Holy Spirit to renew our hearts and minds that we might become a church dedicated to sharing your “Good News” with others.In Jesus name we pray. Amen!

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CHRISTIAN SERVICE tony@stisidore.church

As usual we are in need of volunteers to help work the Blood Drive on Sunday August 6th.

We have three 2 hour shifts, two people per shift. If you can help, please give me a call. The shifts are:

8:00 am – 10:00 am

10:00 am – 12:00 noon

12:00 noon – 2:00 pm

If you can help in any way, please call Tony at the office, Tuesday through Thursday.

If you wish to register to give blood you may do so now by going on line to www.redcrossblood.org and register.

Any and all help is deeply appreciated.

Thank You,

Tony

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!!Our Summer Blood Drive is Aug. 6, 2017.

BABY PANTRY

(from Fr. James Krings): “Jesus’ measuring rod of holiness is clear: Our service to others, what we do on behalf of any person, counts as being done to God.”

Right now, we need: h Diapers: Sizes 4, 5 and 6 h *Baby shampoo,

***Baby lotion (We have none!) *Diaper rash cream/ointment *Baby wash

BLESS YOU!

Donations Requested!Pick an item from our bulletin board (in the Gathering Space) to donate for VBS!! Items need to be brought back by Friday, July 21st. Reminder: VBS is July 24-28.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL conference621@gmail.com DEACON BILL bill@stisidore.church

Addictions (continued) written June 13, 2017

But Jesus looked at them and said, “For mortals it is impossible, but for God all things are possible.” Mt 19:26I introduce this thought with some caution: Not every intervention, regardless of how deeply intentioned, how devoutly participated in, or how “faith based” will succeed in a lasting intervention. Sometimes there are failures. Magical cures are for storybooks and fairy tales. God does work miracles, but they are for God’s purposes, not our bidding or earning. However, I have yet to meet, read about, or hear about any person successfully, by themselves, pull themselves up by the bootstraps and rise above their addictive behaviors. It may be true in some individual cases, but likely very rare. The greatest and longest lasting interventions are coordinated efforts of professionals, family and friends, sponsors, and the addicted person. Each has their part to play, but none more important than the deep desire and willingness of the person who suffers the addiction. I believe that it is fairly widely accepted that before any successful intervention can occur: the afflicted person need finally admit that there is a problem beyond their ability to control, and they need help. However, this often does not occur until the person has no other choice; it is either a matter of sink or swim, get out of the barrel or die in it, etc. And, just as often, the afflicted person comes to this decision when they can no longer manipulate others to provide for their addictions. Substance abusers, addictive personalities, learn to become masters of manipulation. Unfortunately, the technical term used to describe the social network surrounding the addicted person is quite insulting to many – enabler. No parent or grandparent, no spouse, child, sibling, relative, or friend wants to be accused of any willing participation in perpetuating an addiction; that is an insult. However, the nature of addiction sharpens the afflicted person’s ability to manipulate family and friends into unwittingly supporting their behaviors and habits. Just as important as it is for the person in “recovery” to have professional psychological help, close family and friends must also (if for no other reason than to understand what is happening in the other person’s world of recovery).One of the more common difficulties to overcome in the rehabilitation process is the difficulty in letting go of BLAMING. Certainly, the pushers that purposely poison others with drugs, those who profit by the illegal drug trade, can legitimately be blamed, prosecuted, and removed from society. The addicted person is no less a person because of their addiction, they always have intrinsic value. Blaming, though, devalues people, it assigns fault, ignores contributing factors, and diverts our personal responsibilities, our own contributions. We do need, both the addicted person and the helping community, to correctly identify, and where necessary, address and take ownership of the factors that contribute toward the addictions. Medical professionals do not simply treat diseases, they treat people with diseases. As a Christian community, we cannot allow ourselves to look at any person suffering in the grasp of some addiction as less of a person, having lost an iota of their intrinsic human value.

THANK YOU PARISHIONERS!Your donations have helped so very many families over the past week. We are called daily for food assistance.It is hard to imagine so great a need in our Macomb Township Community. St. Isidore is blessed with extremely generous Christian parishioners. Thanks to all who donate!Please say a special prayer for the poor and forgotten, as you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box. - from Vincentian ReflectionsCAN YOU DONATE TO OUR PANTRY?WE REALLY, REALLY NEED:***ALL SOUPS - CHUNKY, PROGRESSO, CHICKEN NOODLE, TOMATO, ETC.***CRACKERS - SALTINES, CLUB, ETC***CEREAL - ESPECIALLY LOWER SUGAR VARIETIES***BOXED POTATOES - SCALLOPED, AU GRATIN, MASHED, ETC***TUNA***CHICKEN HELPER***PEANUT BUTTER***LAUNDRY SOAPWe also need:*Elbow Noodles*Pork & Beans*Jelly*Mixed Vegetables*Pancake Syrup*Juices*Brownie Mixes*Cookies*Ramen Noodles*Dish Soap****Kleenex*Paper Towels*$25 Meijer or Kroger gift cards*EnsureThe requests for food are so many that we cannot keep our pantry stocked. We are distributing everything you donate to needy Macomb Township families.Compassion must lead to action. Instead of wondering who will help the homeless, the hungry or the discouraged, we need to become “that someone” who helps solve these problems. We have been given the responsibility and the resources to help others.St. Isidore Conference - Pat Schmeiser

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Prayer for the Canonization of Father Solanus Casey

O God, I adore You. I give myself to You. May I be the person You want me to be, and May Your will be done in my life today. I thank You for the gifts You gave Father Solanus. If it is Your Will, bless us with the Canonization of Father Solanus so that others may imitate and carry on his love for all the poor and suffering of our world. As he joyfully accepted Your divine plans, I ask You, according to Your Will, to hear my prayer for… (your intention) through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. “Blessed be God in all His designs.”

Imprimatur: The Most Reverend Allen H. Vigneron Archbishop of Detroit May 2017

The Capuchin Franciscan Order of St. Joseph in Detroit has announced that the date for the Father Solanus Casey beatification ceremony will be Saturday, November 18, 2017 at Ford Field in Detroit. This follows the historic announcement by Pope Francis on May 4 that Father Solanus Casey will be elevated to Blessed in the Roman Catholic Church. Details on the Fr. Solanus Casey beatification ceremony, including ceremony time, will be released in the coming weeks and available at solanuscasey.org/beatification. Ticket information will be made available by August 15. Ford Field will be configured to accommodate approximately 60,000 guests for the ceremony.

VOLUNTEER FOR LIFE REMODELED IN CENTRAL DETROIT"Effective witness to Jesus has these attractive qualities: joy, hospitality and generous service to the poor and the marginalized.”Archbishop Allen H. VigneronUnleash the Gospel Pastoral LetterBe one of 17,000 volunteers on a six-day beautification blitz in central Detroit neighborhoods surrounding Sacred Heart Major Seminary, St. Charles Lwanga and St. Moses the Black parishes as part of Life Remodeled. Work ranges from sweeping, removing litter and brush, lawn mowing, painting and more. The project kicks off July 31 and runs through August 5, 2017. Volunteers from AOD parishes, schools, ministries as well as Sacred Heart Major Seminary and Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan are invited to serve.More info and registration at www.aod.org/liferemodeled

HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE Terra Sancta Pilgrimages with Franciscan friar Fr. Alex Kratz will be leading a Catholic Pilgrimage to the Holy Land from October 9-23, 2017. This life-changing experience walking in Jesus’ footsteps includes daily Mass and Rosary, biblical readings on site, time for prayer and spiritual guidance, and meeting local Christians. Cost is $4,299 (all expenses included, round trip from Detroit, 3 daily meals, all tips and taxes). $500 deposit due at registration. Orientation Meeting is August 6. Next pilgrimage: April 9-23, 2018. Call (248) 514-1747 or mrspattig@yahoo.com.

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The St. Isidore Fellowship Committee Invites All to Join Us for a Baseball Game

at Jimmy John's Field in Utica

Game Date: Friday, July 21, 2017 at 7:05 pmTickets: $30 per person and includes ticket, buffet and 2 drink tickets. Seats will be in the Pavilion area near first base. Tickets can be purchased at the parish front desk.

Home Team: Westside Woolly MammothsOpponent: Eastside Diamond HoppersSpecial Bonus: Fireworks! Presented after the gameLocation: Jimmy John's Field in Downtown Utica (at the intersection of Auburn Road and Utica Road)Travel: There is NOT a bus; travel is up to the purchaserParking: Game parking is free of charge in area public parking lots located in the city of Utica. Spaces are on a first-come, first-served basis. Information: Contact the parish office in person, call (586) 286-1700 or email office@stisidore.churchFor directions, a parking map and more information about Jimmy John's Field and the United Shore Professional Baseball League (USPBL), visit this website: http://uspbl.com/

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A SUMMER OPPORTUNITY PLANNED FOR YOU Three internationally-known speakers will be in our area this August just for you in the conference, “An Era of Change or a Change of Era?” Pope Francis has challenged us: "One could say that today we are not living an era of change but a change of era.” Our three speakers (Richard Gaillardetz, Ph.D., Margaret Nutting Ralph, Pd.D. and Fr. Howard Gray, SJ, Ph.D.) – each from their own reflection and experience – will help us to explore this reality that Pope Francis has presented to us. The daytime offerings (August 7-9) will take place at St. Isidore Parish, Macomb. For the full schedule and registration information, go to www.wearethechurchconferences.com.

Two evening opportunities (free will offering) will also take place:

“Wrestling with the Faith: The Demands of Mature Discipleship in a Secular

Age”with Richard Gaillardetz, Ph.D.

at St. Isidore Parish, Macomb on Monday, August 7th (7:00 pm)

Mature Christian belief has never been more difficult than it is today. This

presentation will reflect on the need to find a middle way between facile obedience and casual regard for the

received faith of the church. “Be Not Afraid: I Am With You Always”

With Margaret Nutting Ralph, Ph.D.at St. Margaret of Scotland Parish, St. Clair Shores on Tuesday, August 8th

(7:00 pm)An unwillingness to embrace change is often caused by fear. In this session we will learn how to dispel fear by exploring the many ways in which the risen Christ

remains in our midst. For complete information, see www.wearethechurchconferences.com.Registration is required for the daytime sessions; the evening sessions are walk-in with free-will offerings.

CSA MINUTE: NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING“It’s time! Say ‘Yes’ to God’s plan for married love” is the theme of National Natural Family Planning (NFP) Awareness Week 2017, held this July 23-29.This annual campaign of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops celebrates God’s design for married love and the gift of life and raises awareness of NFP methods. Gifts to the Catholic Services Appeal allow the archdiocesan Office for Natural Family Planning to offer classes in and presentations about NFP methods. To kickoff NFP Awareness Week, the Office for Natural Family Planning is hosting a family picnic with the Couple to Couple League at Milverton Park in Troy from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, July 23. RSVP to (313) 451-4637.For information about CSA-funded ministries, programs, and services, please go to www.aod.org.

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WE PRAY FOR THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY

PFC Tanner Adkins Army AfghanistanWO1 Jeremy Bentley Army IraqPvt. Troy Ciaramella Army USASgt. Sean Collins MarinesSgt. Tyler Dean Army KuwaitPFC Anthony Difatta Army AfghanistanPFC Brian Domzalski MarinesPFC E3 Jeffrey Frame Army WO2 Jason Gaboury Army Capt. Wade Gaboury Air Force QatarSgt. James Galowski, Jr. Army Middle EastPFC John Gellert III Army Michael Giacalone Coast Guard AfghanistanAaron Griffin Navy Seal AfghanistanLt. David R. Grzywacz Navy LCpl David Horton Marines AfghanistanMaj. Jeffrey Jablonski Army MichiganLCpl Logan Jabouri MarinesJ. Jackson Navy Staff Sgt. Ethan Jensen Air Force AfghanistanSgt. Edward Kujawa MarinesJason Kurpiewski Navy AfghanistanSeaBee UT2 Brian Louwers Navy Spec. Michael Manning Army AfghanistanTristan Newton Navy Courtney Osborne Navy AfghanistanPFC Matt Piotke Army IraqMC2 Jeffrey Richardson Navy AfghanistanSr. Airman Justin Santiago Air Force JordanJoel Sebastian Army Chief John C. Sbraccia Navy KuwaitSr. Airman Jeremy Spanski Air Force AfghanistanCpl. Jeremiah Stewart Army AfghanistanBrandon Vargo Marines PFC Ann Vassas Marines S. CarolinaGjelosh Vata Army

Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. And give us peace. Amen.

WE PRAY FOR THE SICK

Janis AdamsBob AgiusMary AgiusStephen BarracoVicky BerdJonathan BisdorfRita BovaJames BruinsmaSybil CampernelSilvio CaringiPauline CarusoRachelle ColasantiSabrina ConfortiGladys DorichJason DornoffIsaiah FordEric FredlundGina GoikeMike Guaresimo

Donald HollandDavid JanuschJohn JarzynaAnn JenuwineLynne KlannMadison KlennerLarry KozakRoger KrzeminskiGinette LabergeWilliam ManczykMarie MarcathRonald MatteiJanet McDonaldGary MichelsPatti MichelsRonald MichelsSteven MichelsAndy NicosiaMarge Nizzio

John O'MalleyCarol PawlowskiNatalie PeriniLouisa PietrowskyRobert RanuschCindy ReiderDennis RivardDon RussellBill ScottMarlene SitekBreanne TalmadgeAlbert Toccaceli

...and for all parishioners that are ill but not on this list and their caretakers.

Unless expressly requested by the family, usually the name of the sick person will be taken off the list after three months. In the instance of an ongoing serious, critical, or terminal status that is known to us, that policy will not apply.

STEWARDSHIP

SPECIAL COLLECTIONSJuly 16 Building FundJuly 23 MCREST Collection

We invite our parishioners to call the parish office to provide us with the names of men and women from our parish who are presently serving in the armed services. Let us know when our brave men and women return from harm''s way.

Offertory Collection (from July 1, 2017 to date)

Budgeted $ 46,192.00

Electronic Giving & Correction $ 0.00

Weekly Collection $ 48,391.00

Over / (Under) $ 3,199.00

# Envelopes Returned 648

# Registered Families 3,369

# Registered Members 9,499

As of July 9, 2017

2017 Catholic Services Appeal (CSA)St. Isidore Church Status as of July 10Goal $ 181,114.00Amount Pledged $ 149,461.36Outstanding Balance $ 31,652.64Registered Families (start of campaign) 3,758 Pledging Families 704 Non-Responding Families 3,054

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WEEKEND LITURGY SCHEDULE JULY 22 & 23, 2017

Deacons Rev. Mr. Tom Carter Rev. Mr. Bill StimpsonPastoral Minister Tony KendzierskiOperations Ron PakizerOffice Manager Debbie Rak Pastoral Associate Diane Bucko Technology & Communications Holly ShanefeltLiturgy & Music Amy RighiMusic & Creative Development Matt KushChildren’s Choir Director Claire ToupinParish Nurse Heather Herbst, RN, BSNFaith Formation Director Ann De ReyFaith Formation Coordinators Nancy Marvin Linda OsobkaYouth Minister-HS Erika DomsicYouth Minister-MS Julie RarickBookkeeper MaryAnn MayAdministrative Support Kathy Homrocky Dawn Kehoe Marilyn Lis Helen Pugh Rachel RarickMaintenance John Hilt Edward Kotulski Tony Mona

PARISH OFFICE HOURS SACRAMENTS

MASS SCHEDULE PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL

PARISH STAFFSummer Hours: July 5 - September 1, 2017Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pmClosed for Lunch (M-Th) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pmFriday 8:30 am - 12:00 pmSaturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmSunday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

DailyMonday - Saturday 8:00 amHoly Hour (Tuesday & Friday) 7:00 amWeekendsSaturday 4:30 pmSunday 7:30 am 9:30 am 11:30 am

Registration Forms are available on-line, at the parish office, and in the gathering space kiosks.

Baptism By arrangement with the parish officeReconciliation Saturday at 3:15 pmMarriage By arrangement with the parish office, at least six months prior.RCIA Call for schedule

Chair Michael FontanaVice Chair Todd GrzelewskiSecretary Gretchen McAleerMembers at LargeDavid Bisdorf Rita NichterRay Karam Mary SheahanRon Mattei Ascanio TerracianoJeffrey Muzyk

Bulletin Articles must be e-mailed publication-ready to bulletin@stisidore.church no later than 9:00 am on the preceding Monday.

18201 Twenty-Three Mile RoadMacomb Township, MI 48042-4110Phone: 586-286-1700Fax: 586-286-8753www.stisidore.churchE-Mail: office@stisidore.church

Pastor Rev. Ronald VictorAssociate Pastor Rev. Noel Cornelio

Our Vision:

St. Isidore is a Catholic Community where all are welcome, living and spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Our Mission:

Guided by the Holy Spirit, we welcome the gifts, talents and presence of our St. Isidore Catholic Community. We strive to create a nurturing environment of inspiration, faith and service for all God’s people.

LiturgicalColor

Saturday, July 224:30 PM

Sunday, July 237:30 AM

Sunday, July 239:30 AM

Sunday, July 2311:30 AM

LectorsDave GackiLois Gacki

Dan BanasKathy Banas

Jeanne McDonaldMary Ellen Farrell

Brad BrummBruce Kopitz

LeadEucharisticMinisters

Eleanor LaethemBill Hicks

Carla SilvestriIrene Goike

Tina SpragueJim Sprague

Beth BeebeJohn Righi

AltarServers

Nina LucciCaroline PetersAlyssa Peterson

Grace RussellGwen Russell

Ryan JarvisNathan KaletoStefanie St. Pierre

Alex HakimRachel Jude

MusicMinisters

Matt Kush Matt Kush Amy Righi Amy Righi

JULY 16, 201713 15TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Ages 7-12 July 16, 2017 • Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

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