Parents - Please note: There will be NO babysitting service next Sunday, July 5th.
Adult Co-Ed softball games this week on Monday June 29th. We have 2 games at 6:00 & 7:00 pm. Come to the First Baptist Church fields and cheer on our team.
Altar Society's Rummage & Bake Sale is scheduled for August 7-8. Bring your items Monday thru Thursday Aug 3-6. Volunteers are needed!!!
Committee Meetings for July
Cemetary - Tuesday, 7th @ 7 pm
Building - Thursday, 9th @ 7 pm
Parish Council - Tuesday, 28th @ 7 pm
The Diocesan web site has added a prayer feature inviting people to submit their prayer needs. Prayer requests may be posted anonymously or include one's name and parish. People can post updates or share how the prayers or others made a difference in their lives. This web address is: www.dolr.org/prayers/index.php
See the Buffalo Float pictures
It's never too late! Sign-up and share your talents with your Parish family. There is something for everyone! And all are encouraged to volunteer. Call the office, send an e-mail, mail a note or drop it in the collection basket.
O, Bless the Lord, my soul, and all that is within me bless his holy name. Psalm 102:1 
ST. ISIDORE"S Garden - Please sign-up if you are interested in working in the garden this year. All volunteers are appreciated!Sanctuary has opened a Re-Sale shop on the Harrison square, located at 128 N. Willow. All proceeds are used to support Sanctuary, which provides shelter and services to women and children suffering from domestic violence. Volunteers are needed.
You can participate easily, and as often as you want. Just send an empty red envelope to the address below. Don't have a red envelope? Make one out of construction paper. Address it to:
President Barack Obama
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20500
On the back of the envelope, write the following:
"This envelope represents one child who died in abortion. It is empty because that life was not allowed to offer anything to the world. Life begins with conception."
Take a look at the Americans United for Life site http://www.fightfoca.com , sign the petition and pass it on. For people who don't know about FOCA - Freedom of Choice Act - this will be a good place to get started.
One of our bishops called it "the abortion entitlement".
One pro-life leader estimated a 30% increase in abortions if the act passes. That's 1,000 more babies killed each day; 1,000 mothers and 1,000 fathers wounded; many thousands of siblings deprived; the country and the church severely weakened.
Babysitting for 3 and 4 year olds will be available in the Parish Hall during Sunday morning Mass. It's also available on Wednesday for children who's parents are involved with the CCD program. Volunteers are also welcome.
An Irish Blessing
May the Power of God uphold you, His wisdom guide you, His hand guard you, His path lie before you and His shield protect you as you journey today and thoughout your life.
Freedom of Choice Act, Explained
Abortion rights groups and the allies in congress are promoting a new bill that if enacted will remove all state control and existing laws and make the following changes nationwide: 1) Eliminates regulations that protect women from unsafe abortion clinics. 2) Forces taxpayers to fund ...
Buffalo Float 2009
Take a look at some of the pictures from this years Buffalo River float. 43 Parishioners from Mary Mother of God and St. Andrew's enjoyed a wonderful day in god's creation!
A vision of Heaven
As Dale McKay was facing death, he spoke to writer Nancy Schertzing about his feelings and his hopes for heaven. Later, Nancy spoke with Dale's widow, Ellen, who shared the joy of their marriage and the moving experience of Dale's death. Their story is filled with love and hope that speaks to all of us.
In the Know with Father Joe
Dear Fr. Joe: What is a mortal sin? If I commit one, do I automatically go to hell?
Putting the Pieces Together
Putting the Pieces Together
Being in love is something all of us look forward to. When you spend time with that special person, it can be a great thing. The only problem is that sometimes we fall too fast or put too much into one relationship, and the pieces don't seem to create a pretty picture.
What's Up with That?
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Life isn't just about being alive. It's about living. Instead of killing the spirits of people we know, why not take steps to give them life? |
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Faith Works . . . on CCC-TV
Demonstrating a Living Faith
Jack McKeon
Filmed after he lead his team to win the 2003 World Series, then Florida Marlins manager Jack McKeon tells Msgr. Jim Lisante that baseball isn't his only love.
Daily Reflections
Each day a priest, deacon or lay person from around the ...
Video Daily Reflections
The U.S. bishops’ Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC) has expanded its streaming video site, CCC-TV, to include daily reflections, interviews and stories of faith that offer a range of engaging multimedia content. The new features give visitors the opportunity to experience the rich tapestry of Catholic faith from diverse perspectives and learn about the activities of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Church across the country. Daily reflections offer brief commentaries on the Mass readings of the day. The Archdioceses of Galveston-Houston, New Orleans, Miami, San Antonio, Washington, D.C and the Dioceses of Fort Wayne-South Bend and Raleigh are currently participating. Several other dioceses are scheduled to tape reflections for the coming year.
