Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 29, 2018

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil: 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:00am & 10:30 am Weekdays: Tues.—Fri. 7:00 am Holy Day: Contact Parish Office

PASTORAL STAFF Pastor: Rev. Shaiju Thomas Shaiju.thomas@pastoral.org (270) 625-9514

Youth Minister: Crissy Stevenson, crissystevenson1@yahoo.com

Minister of Music: Jacob Hein jacob_hein@hotmail.com

Secretary: Patti J. Bartley patti.bartley@stmarymagd.org

Bookkeeper: Susan Calhoun Susan.Calhoun99@yahoo.com

7232 KY 56, Owensboro, KY 42301

www.stmarymagd.org Ph: 270-771-4436 Fax: 1-866-856-7191

July 29, 2018

Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

PASTORAL COUNCIL Danny Ebelhar; Jason Elder; Jane Thomas; Shannon Offerman; Jeff Riney

FINANCE COUNCIL Kenny Knott; Rebecca Schwartz; Rita Wood; Sarah O’Bryan

SACRAMENTS BAPTISM: Contact Pastor at least a month before the baptism for instructions.

CONFESSIONS: Saturdays at 3:00pm;anytime by appointment.

MARRIAGES: Contact the pastor six months in advance to begin marriage preparation.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: First Friday’s during Mass, or anytime it is needed.

Ministry to the Sick and Homebound: If you know someone,

who is a member of our parish, would like to visit the sick,

homebound, assisted living or in the hospitals and to receive the

sacraments of Reconciliation, Communion and Anointing, contact

the office or the pastor.

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NEW PARISHIONERS St. Mary Magdalene welcomes all newcomers to our Parish Family. We would be honored to have you as a member. Please fill out this section, cut out, and turn in or mail it to the Parish Office. We will send you papers for membership.. Name________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address________________________________________________________________ Phone _______________________

Minister to the Sick: Chris Payne the weekend of Aug. 5th

Monday, July 30th 7:00AM No Mass

Tuesday, July 31st 7:00AM Patsy Hartz

Wednesday, Aug. 1st 7:00AM Ruth Ann Hardy

Thursday, Aug. 2nd 7:00AM Charlotte Kamuf

Friday, Aug. 3rd 7:00AM Anna J. Warren

Saturday, Aug. 4th 5:00PM Parishioners

Sunday, Aug. 5th 8:00AM Larry Gillim 10:30AM Christopher & Kim Hagan

WEEKLY MIRACLE

This week marks the beginning of a kind of “liturgical detour.” We have

been listening to Saint Mark’s Gospel during this liturgical year (Year B).

Today we begin to hear a long section from John’s Gospel, starting with the

miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fishes. This miracle story is a

prelude to the Lord’s statements that we will begin hearing in a few weeks,

in which Jesus refers to himself as the “bread of life.” Each week we wit-

ness a miracle at Mass. We do not see a multiplication of loaves before us.

What our eyes of faith allow us to see is the miracle of the transformation of

common elements—bread and wine—into the Lord’s Body and Blood.

Once we have received the Lord, the multiplication begins, for in the Eucha-

rist we are strengthened to multiply our efforts to feed the poor, shelter the

homeless, and bring comfort to the despairing. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

5:00PM 8:00AM 10:30AM

Altar Servers Trendon &

Treson Byrne

John Maddux Jones

Leah Thompson Mason Shepherd

Matthew Biggs

Lectors Gloria McCarty Larry Elder Jim Hartz

Eucharistic Ministers

Haley James

Kim Hagan

Imelda Millay

Sara Burden

Benita Drury

Shannon Offerman

Michele Clancy

Sandi Boswell

Logan Elder

Ushers/Greeters

Jerry Knott

Mitch Knott

Kelly Thomas

Terry Ebelhar

Justin Schwartz

Dubby Schwartz

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Jer 13:1-11;

Mt 13:31-35

Tuesday: Jer 14:17-22;

Mt 13:36-43

Wednesday: Jer 15:10, 16-21;Mt

13:44-46

Thursday: Jer 18:1-6;

Mt 13:47-53

Friday: Jer 26:1-9;

Mt 13:54-58

Saturday: Jer 26:11-16, 24; Mt

14:1-12

August Cleaning list: Mar tha Beyke; Amanda Bolen; Imelda Millay;

Jane Thomas; Cindy Krampe; Benita Drury; Michelle Clancy

LITURGICAL MINISTERS for August 5, 2018

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WELCOME TO OUR PARISH If you are a visitor to St. Mary Magdalene, we want to welcome you.

If you are new to the parish, please call the office at (771-4436) to

register in the parish.

Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday

7:30-2:30PM

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — When they had eaten, there

was some left over, as the LORD had said (2

Kings 4:42-44).

Psalm — The hand of the Lord feeds us; he

answers all our needs (Psalm 145).

Second Reading — Strive to preserve the unity

of the spirit through the bond of peace (Ephesians

4:1-6).

Gospel — Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks,

and distributed them to those who were reclining,

and also as much of the fish as they wanted (John

6:1-15).

Weed Eating Crew

The week of August 10th & 11th

Mark Payne & Barry Hardy

Congratulations to Dustin Jones (son

of Mike and Mary Lou Jones) and

Katie Jurkiewicz who were married

here this weekend.

Saint Mary Magdalene

Part Time - Youth Minister Position

Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Sorgho, Kentucky

is seeking a Part-Time Youth Minister. Interested candidates

must have strong communication skills in order to mentor,

motivate and lead youth to actively live their Catholic faith and

participate in the life of the parish.

Candidates must be a practicing Catholic in good standing,

involved in a parish community, and have had previous

experience working with youth. Must be able to work flexible

hours including evenings and weekends. Bachelor’s Degree

in Theology, Catholic studies or equivalent experience is

preferred. Contact Fr. Shaiju Thomas if interested

THANK YOU - THANK YOU - THANK YOU

to our Parish!! You all went above and beyond to

make VBS successful another year. Last week,

children were introduced to David, Elijah,

Solomon, Jonah, Esther, and Daniel. Be sure to

check out our Parish Facebook Page to see

photos! As of last Monday when we began, we

had 58 students registered to attend. We also had

over 50 youth and adult volunteers helping with

the actual event during VBS (leading groups,

games, crafts, bible characters, etc.)... and that

doesn't include those who made donations or

helped behind the scenes in some way with set

up!!! This event, really makes us proud as a

parish- thank you for all of the support and

prayers to make our week amazing!

Saint Mary Magdalene

Part Time – Director of Religious Education

Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Sorgho, Kentucky

is seeking a Part-Time Director of Religious Education

(DRE). The DRE is responsible for organizing and

administering the Catechetical programs of the parish,

including preparation of children for First Communion and

Confirmation, RCIA and facilitation of adult formation

programs.

The ideal candidate will be a faithful, practicing Catholic who

has a background in Catholic education and formation.

Computer skills, creativity and excellent communication and

organizational skills are required. Bachelor’s Degree in

Theology, Catholic studies or equivalent experience is

preferred.

Contact Details:

Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church is an equal

opportunity employer that provides a wide range of benefits.

All interested applicants may submit a resume to:

Fr. Shaiju Thomas, HGN

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are asking for any volunteers to help with either

our Arts and Environment/Decorating Committee in

the Church and/or our Parish Liturgy Committee.

These committees will meet beginning in August

once a month or once every six weeks to fulfill their

designated positions. Arts and Environment will be

taking care of our seasonal decorations for the

Church building both inside and outside. The

Liturgy Committee’s focus is on providing the

parish with the best possible opportunities to gather

together in prayer and worship (we will plan Masses

together, discuss ways to improve what we already

do, coordinate prayer services such as rosary

services, Liturgy of the Hours, Adoration, Stations

of the Cross, and many others). For more

information please contact Jacob Hein.

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FINANCIAL REPORT 2018-19.

I would like to THANK everyone for making our parish as deficit free. The budget for 2018-19 is attached in the bulletin for you to look at. Hope all those who have taken one, had the opportunity to see the budget. Compare to last year budget, this year the budget has gone up almost $26,000.00. It is

because our income from St. Elizabeth $11.500.00 has stopped, the OCS has increased from $165,620.00 to $174,478.00 and $4000.00 is added to Jacob’s salary that was deducted last year as his continuing education. We have budgeted $3,500.00 for a maintenance person. We have an increase in our insurance policies up to 2.5% - 5%; also we have an increase of 2% salary to the pastor and 1% salary for the staff. Beginning of this financial year, I have decided to give you a financial report of the year. I have decided to do so because I believe that since you support the parish you have the right to know how your money is being spent. And also it will be an eye opener for some of you who do not think much of the church maintenances that we do. And like any other institutions we too have a lot of expenses like heating bills, insurances, diocesan assessment, OCS assessment, salaries etc. Again I would say that you had been very generous with your time, talents and treasure in the past year. And I hope you continue to be generous as you were in the past. We are in a good shape than last year, just because of many volunteers to do some works. I have no doubt in my mind that without your commitment and love for the church, it would have been impossible to pay the bills and take care of the needs of the church. So once again thanks for all that you do for the church both your monetary contributions and all volunteer works you do. After looking at the contribution list from July 1

st 2017- June 30

th 2018, I could come to know that those

who are giving more still continue to give and some who can contribute a little more still do the same. Still, a few contribute nothing. I appreciate what you are doing to the parish. And to those who are not contributing, please reconsider your commitment to maintain the Church. I don’t want to hurt your feelings, but I have to say the fact. And you need to know what the parish needs are. Let us try to do our best and God takes care of the rest. God doesn’t ask us to give out of his own need, for what we receive in return, he asks us to give as a reflection of how generous He has been to us. Once again thanks to all, for what you do to our parish. May God continue to bless you all. Peace. Fr. Shaiju Thomas. Pastor.

Saturday evening Mass on July 28th will begin at 4:30PM. This is due to a

wedding scheduled at 6:00 before our Mass times were changed. The

following weekend will be back at 5:00PM.”

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August Calendar Dates

16– Parish Council 6:00PM

22– Liturgy Committee Meeting 6:00PM

22- OCS Parent Meeting 6:30PM

29– Art & Environment Meeting 6:00PM

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IN SPECIAL NEED OF PRAYER

HOME BOUND/RETIREMENT HOMES: Patty Beyke, Bobby Collignon, Ruth Ann Hardy; Bill Knott, Paul & Dorothy Knott, Jean McCarty

We ask that you pause a moment and say a prayer for the sick in our community. Nathan Brown, Savannah Dean, Kelly Dean, Danny Durbin, Allan Ebelhar, Jennifer Ebelhar, Margie Elder, Miles Evan, Sylvester Fischer, Patrick Fulkerson, Connie Griffin, Robert Haire, Jim Hamilton, Melissa Hamilton, Shannon Hamilton, Kelly Hayden, Mary Lucy Hines, Steve Hopkins, Becky Joiner, Amelia Jones, Eugene King, Paul Knott, Mary Ann Kurz, Leiann Lashbrook, Mary Lasley, Margie Merimee, Jessica Obert, Larry Oller, Sandra Posey, Steve Raley; Larry & Benita Riney, Clayton Roberts, Jason Roberts, Michael Roberts, Christian Ruiz, Cassidy Skaggs, James A. & Juanita Smith, Dennis Smith, Special Intention, Helen Rose Smith, Patti Terrell, Hillary Thomas, Charles Thompson, Kelly Thompson, Alma Topper, Erika Vandiver, Baron Vanover, Paula Wilson, Rita Woodall. *Please note: Names will remain on the list for one month.

Prayers for our Military- As a parish family, we at St. Mary Magdalene pray for all the members of our parish. We especially pray for our parishioners and their relatives who are currently on active duty in the military. Jackson Brett, Zachary Brett, Cody Byrne, James Calhoun, Chris French, Chad Norris, Ryan Offerman

Happy Birthday to You!! Parishioners celebrating

Birthday’s this week

28– Jim Goetz

29– Jean Blandford; Jenna Brey;

Glenn Knott

30– Elizabeth Ebelhar; Harper Latham

31– Eric Dant; Bryan Drury;

Sam Knott

August

01– Ruth Ann Hardy; Peyton Hopgood

Don Oberst; Kevin Thompson;

Wyatt Wethington

03– Shannon Payne

05– Gary Fulkerson

Happy Anniversary!! Parishioners celebrating Anniversaries this week

We wish all our Parishioners celebrating this week a happy and blessed Anniversary. 05– Christopher & Kim Hagan 35 Yrs!

If your birthday/anniversary is omitted

from this list, or incorrectly dated, please

call the parish office.

OFFERINGS: July 22, 2018

Weekly Actual Weekly Budget $ 7,051.50 $ 8,372.85

Year to Date Actual Year to Date Budget

$ 26,894.50 $33,491.40

Weekly Deficit Year to Date Deficit $1,321.35 $ 6,596.90

Thank you for your

sacrificial giving and generosity!

St. Mary Magdalene Cemetery Please contact Patti to purchase a cemetery plot. (270) 771-4436.

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