Thirty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time
November 12 - November 13, 2016
PARISH NEWS
PARISH NEWS
St. Peregrine Novena
Holiday Side Dishes
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Monday, November 14 - 6:30 p.m. The novena will last about 1/2 hour. It will conclude on May 8, 2017 (9 months).
If you placed an order for any holiday side dishes, they need to be paid for and picked up this week. They can be picked up M-T 8:00am until 3:00pm and Friday 8:00am until 11:am.
C.I.A. Ministry
Mary, Mother of Jesus Catholic Church Parish Offices Monday - Thursday 8:00AM to 4:00PM Friday 8:00AM to Noon 9323 Highway 165 South - P. O. Box 408, Woodworth, Louisiana 71485 Phone - (318) 487-9894/Fax - (318) 445-0436
Advent Scripture Study
C.I.A. (Christians in Action) is a new ministry being formed by our younger adults. This group is for anyone ages 20-45. Our first monthly gathering will be this Monday, November 14th at 6:30 p.m., in the home of Joshua and Jennifer Foote, 1450 Lake Dr., Woodworth. Everyone between the ages of 20-45 is invited and welcomed to join us. For more information, please call Rachel Patin at 318-625-5614.
A journey through the Infancy Narratives of Matthew and Luke will be presented on the four Thursdays of Advent, December 1-22. We will begin with a pot luck dinner at 5:30 p.m. in the church hall. The lessons will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We will be utilizing the Little Rock Scripture Studies program. This is a truly blessed way to begin the Advent season in preparation for the Season of Christ’s birth. Please email Fr. Paul if you plan to attend so that sufficient books may be ordered and available. Although there is no cost for the evenings, a voluntary $15 donation to cover the cost of materials is appreciated, but not necessary.
First Monday Supper Our current “workers” have done great work. Unfortunately, sometimes, unexpected obligations get in the way. Therefore, we need more parishioners to help with this ministry. The goal is for an “early crew” to cook the meal, and a “late crew” to serve and clean up. This way, the “early crew” won’t spend all day working in the kitchen. They should be able to leave when the “late crew” arrives. Additionally, volunteers are needed to deliver meals to three homebound households in our parish. In order for us to continue this traditional time of service, fellowship and good food, we need more of you to join us in this once-a-month ministry. Please contact Kathy at the parish office to volunteer.
From The Pastor A Lenten Parish Mission is scheduled for March 5-7, 2017. Our ministry team will be Dumb Ox Ministries from New Orleans. They’re on the net Please mark your calendars now to ensure your attendance and participation. This is a perfect opportunity to prepare for the Lenten season. More information will be forthcoming.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Thanksgiving 2016
Grades Pre K to 5 Wednesday, November 16th Supper: 5:30 p.m. Class: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Although there will be NO Mass on Thanksgiving Day, we will celebrate a vigil Mass Wednesday, November 23rd - 6:00PM Please remember that the “cost” of admission is canned goods for the Louisiana Food Bank. Your contributions should be placed in the containers at the foot of the altar. A monetary collection will also be taken for their benefit as well. As we all know, Thanksgiving is a most appropriate time to give thanks for our many blessings and to remember and assist those who are less fortunate.
First Reconciliation Class Sunday, November 13th 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. - Church Hall If your son/daughter is planning to receive First Communion in the Spring at our church parish, they must also attend these six sessions for first Confession/Reconciliation. 4
ALL ARE WELCOME
No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church, no matter what your current family and marital situation, no matter what your personal history, age, background, race, etc., you are invited, welcomed, loved and respected here.
PARISH STAFF Rev. Paul M. LaPalme KHS, Pastor
Mrs. Priscilla Gadel, Director of M usic
2120 Coulee Crossing Road, Woodworth, LA 71485 (318) 487-9894 - fatherpaul@priest.com
(318) 442-2245 - priscilla.s@prodigy.net
Ms Kathy Rachall, Secretary/Book k eeper
(318) 487-9894 - cruella249@aol.com
(318) 487-9894 - mmjwoodworth@suddenlinkmail.com
Mrs. Courtney Landry, Coordinator, Religious Ed (318) 715-0080 - clandry324@aol.com
Mr. Gary Leblanc, Janitorial/M aintenance
Dr. Mary DeVille, Organist
Mr. Matt Brundrett, Y outh M inister (225) 274-5196 - Matt.brundrett@gmail.com
Mrs. Katie Upton, Y outh M inister (318) 308-9991 - katiegralapp@gmail.com
ST. PEREGRINE NOVENA Monday, November 14th - 6:30 p.m. C.I.A. (CHRISTIANS IN ACTION) Monday, November 14th - 6:30 p.m. Sacraments of the Church Reconciliation/Confession 30 minutes before every weekend Mass for 15 minutes. Baptism Celebrated during any weekend Mass or on Sunday afternoons. Contact the church office. Holy Matrimony Contact the pastor at least six months in advance. Anointing of the Sick and Communion Calls Please call the office when a parishioner is confined at home, is in the hospital, or placed in a nursing home or hospice. Holy Communion is brought weekly to all shut-ins. Mass of Christian Burial All arrangements should be made directly with the funeral home who will then contact the church.