SACRED HEART CHARITON SAINT BRENDAN LEON SAINT FRANCIS CORYDON 407 NORTH MAIN STREET CHARITON, IOWA

50049

MASS SCHEDULE, INTENTIONS, SCRIPTURE READINGS AND FEAST DAYS

Mon. Tues. Wed. July 30 July 31 Aug 1 Tribunal Tribunal Jeremiah 13:1-11 Matthew 13:31-35 Jeremiah 14:17-22 Matthew 13:36-43 Jeremiah 15:10, 16-21 Matthew 13:44-46 Jeremiah 18:1-6 Matthew 13:47-53 Jeremiah 26:1-9 Matthew 13:54-58 Jeremiah 26:11-16.24 Memorial of St. John Marie Matthew 14:1-12 Vianney, Priest Victims of Abortion Special Intention Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15 Ephesians 4:17, 2-24 For All Parishioners John 6:24-35 Helen Miskimin Feast of Our Lord (Optional Memorial of The Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major) Optional Memorial of St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Memorial of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Priest Memorial of St. Alphonsus Mary Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Optional Memorial of St.Eusebius of Vercelli, Bishop and St. Peter Julian Eymard, Priest

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Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 4 Sat. Aug 4 Sun. Aug 5

Tribunal Tribunal No Morning Mass 4:30 p.m. Sacred Heart, Chariton 6:30 p.m. Saint Francis, Corydon 8:00 a.m. Saint Brendan, Leon 10:30 a.m. Sacred Heart, Chariton

Dear Parishioner,
Fri.

Since being named the bishop of the Diocese of Des Moines His Excellency the Most Reverend Richard E. Pates has endeavored to cultivate a spiritually rich and vibrant Christian community. One such initiative he started last year is the Rural Life Mass. The purpose of this Mass is not only to highlight the agricultural nature of our diocese but also to demonstrate its interconnectedness with the urban community. The Mass is held outside on the land of a Catholic parishioner with ties to agriculture. Following Mass there is a brief address pertaining to the agricultural economy and lifestyle. In this context the bishop hopes to provide the opportunity for people from the city to experience an agricultural setting while at the same time affirming this heritage for those who live it. Last year the Mass was held in Shelby County on the western side of the diocese in the territory of St. Michaels parish in Harlan. This year the bishop has graciously chosen Lucas County as the sight for this years Rural Life Mass. As pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Chariton it is my pleasure to host this special event. The Mass will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Sunday August 26, 2012 just to the west of Chariton off Highway 34. It will be held on the land of Mike Curran, a parishioner of Sacred Heart who raises cattle, corn, beans and hay. The speaker for the event will be Ron Rosmann, a member of the board of directors for the National Catholic Rural Life Conference (NCRLC). The Rosmann family organically farms seven hundred acres and has a certified organic beef and hog operation. Mr. Rosmann will speak about the NCRLC and how it can be of assistance. He is married to Maria Vakulskas Rosmann and they have several grown children. You can learn more about their operation at: http://www.organicprairie.com/ product/the_rosmann_family/meet_the_farmer ALL other Masses at Sacred Heart in Chariton, St. Brendan in Leon and St. Francis in Corydon will be canceled for this weekend in order to encourage attendance and facilitate the celebration of this event. Shelter, water and a light lunch will be available. As pastor of Sacred Heart, St. Brendan and St. Francis I would like to have all parishes represented in this event and I urge you to attend if at all possible. Let us all give the Bishop a warm south central Iowa welcome and appreciation for his decision to bless us with this event. Sincerely yours in Christ,

Sat. Sun. Holy Day of OBG

His Excellency the Most Rev. Richard E. Pates has chosen Chariton as the location of this year's Rural Life Mass. An outdoor Mass will be held on August 26, 2012 at 10:30 A.M. just west of town on the north side of Highway 34 (next to Lakeview Golf & Country Club). This celebration has been an initiative of Bishop Pates to not only highlight the rural nature of the diocese but also the interconnectedness of the rural and urban communities. All other Masses at Sacred Heart in Chariton, St. Brendan in Leon and St. Frrancis will be canceled this weekend in order to help coordinate this event and encourage all to attend. The speaker for this year is Ron Rosmann. Please come out to support both the theme of the event as well as our appreciation for the Bishop's decision to honor us with this celebration.

Christ Our Life 2012 Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa
Saturday, September 22 8:00 a.m.- 9:30 p.m. Sunday, September 23 8:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Ticket Price: Adults: $25.00 Student/Youth: $15.00 To purchase tickets go to www.christourlifeiowa.com

Speaker Bio
London gangster John Pridmore thought he had it all...showy cars, women, crack-cocaine and power. Yet he felt a great void in his life. Now, from his perspective as a reformed criminal, John reveals a pivotal moment which changed his life. He invites us to trust more fully in Christ, Who gave him the courage to turn it all around.

SACRED HEART CHARITON

Tithes- July 15- $2424, July 22- $1,197 Donations to the Rummage Sale can be brought to the church basements at this time.

SAINT BRENDAN LEON

Tithes- July 15- $703, July 22- 407 Totus Tuus- Thank you to the people who donated money and time to make this week a success. Sign up sheet on the table in the back of the Church for R.E. teachers for this fall. If you have any questions please call Sara Dale at 446-8024 or 344-2966.

Rev. Christopher A. Pisut, Pastor: Sacred Heart, Chariton; St. Brendan, Leon; St. Francis, Corydon Judicial Vicar

SAINT FRANCIS CORYDON

Tithes- July 15-$151, July 22-$175