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4 SEPTEMBER 22-23, 2012ISSUE 39

Welcome to Good Shepherd Chapel

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Scripture Let us beset the just one, because he is obnoxious to us; he sets himself against our doings, Let us condemn him to a shameful death; for according to his own words, God will take care of him." (Wisdom 2:12,20) The arrogant have risen against me; the ruthless seek my life; (Psalm 54:5) You covet but do not possess. You kill and envy but you cannot obtain; you fight and wage war. You do not possess because you do not ask. You ask but do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions. (James 4:2,3) If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all." Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me; and whoever receives me, receives not me but the one who sent me." (Mark 9:35b,37) Reflection Can you possess what you covet? Can desire be sated? Can a war ever obtain a legitimate end? Name a twentieth century prophet killed embracing justice. Is there any way to silence a prophet? Who can kill a prophet? Why does being first cause you to be last? How did Jesus lead through being servant to all? How are you a servant leader? It is very easy to be servants of the word without disturbing the world: a very spiritualized word, a word without any commitment to history, a word that can sound in any part of the world because it belongs to no part of the world. A word that creates no problems, starts no conflicts. What starts conflicts and persecutions, what marks the genuine church, is the word that, burning like the word of the prophets, proclaims and accuses: proclaims to the people Gods wonders to be believed and venerated, and accuses of sin those that oppose Gods reign, so that they may tear that sin out of their hearts, out of their societies, out of their laws out of the structures that oppress, that imprison, that violate the rights of God and of humanity. This is the hard service of the word. But Gods Spirit goes with the prophet, with the preacher, for he is Christ, who keeps on proclaiming his reign to the people at all times. (Archbishop Oscar Romero) 1
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Parish Staff
Pastor: Fr. Joseph Lea (267) 243-5861 NCOIC: SSG. Clarence Slaughter (706) 791-4308 Deacon: - Rev. Mr. David Kriegel deacondave@saintmichaelparishfg.org - Rev. Mr. Kelley Culver deaconkelley@saintmichaelparishfg.org PLC: Lola Rivera (706) 791-2945 plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org RE Coordinator: Sherry Wodicka recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org RCIA: Kelley Culver (706) 855-9893 rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org Music Director: Sonia Rivera music@saintmichaelparishfg.org MCCW: Kim Besel, (706) 855-9275 mccw@saintmichaelparishfg.org Knights of Columbus: Tim McCarthy
Knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Oscar Romero, The Violence of Love, (compiled by James R. Brockman S.J.) Orbis: Maryknoll, NY, 2008, p.18 Retrieved from ParishVision Llc 2012, www.ParishVision.org.

Youth Ministry: Laura Pizzi cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org EME: Judy Kriegel, (706) 869-9781 Altar Servers: Alex Besel altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Lectors: Tom Dean, (706) 860-6946 lectors@saintmichaelparishfg.org Ushers/Greeters: Ron Shannon ushers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Flowers Ministry: Fran Simpson flowers@saintmichaelparishfg.org Welcome Sunday: Gilda Fontimayor
welcomesunday@saintmichaelparishfg.org

DESIGNATED OFFERING Food for the Poor

As often as you did it at least to one of My brothers and Sisters, you did it to meMatthew 25:40 Food For The Poor is the third-largest international relief and development charity in the United States, feeding 2 million poor every day. Rev. Raymond J. Leurck will be visiting our community on October 27-28 weekend masses to talk about the great ministry of his organization, and its Christian relief programs and projects. We will have a designated offering at all masses that weekend. The collection will be designated to this organization. Thank you in advance for your generosity. Financial Advisor, Aldo Calvi.

EME and Lectors Quarterly Training

Training for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist (EME) and Lectors will be conducted on October 6th, 2012 following the 5pm Mass at 6pm approximately. This training is offered to ALL current ministers and new parishioners interested in becoming Lectors and/or EME candidates need to be at least 18 year-old, be confirmed, and be in good standing with the Catholic Church. Also, Lectors can be younger than 18 year-old. Please contact Deacon Dave if you have any questions @ deacondave@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Webmaster: Judy Culver webmaster@saintmichaelparishfg.org Liturgical Schedule: Brian Musha lemuschedule@saintmichaelparishfg.org Hospitality Team: hospitality@saintmichaelparishfg.org Bulletin Editor: Lola Rivera bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org

MASS SCHEDULE
Monday & Wednesday: 11:30am Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:30am and 10:00am RECONCILIATION Saturday: 4:00pm-4:45pm Sunday: 7:45am-and 9:30am

In this issue
PARISH HAPPENINGS NEWS COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES & MORE

SAINT MICHAELS MISSION STATEMENT

Saint Michaels Catholic Community is a group of Catholic Christians associated with the Armed Forces under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Archdioceses for the Military Services served by the pastoral leadership of our priest(s), deacon(s), and religious. The community is dedicated to exemplifying Christian community by proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ through worship, service, and witness to the people of Fort Gordon and surrounding communities.

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MINISTRIES NEWS
Knights of Columbus
Monthly Meeting Please know that our next meeting will be on Tuesday October 9, 2012 in Bldg. 13 at 1830. Social and the meeting starts at 1900 hours. Contact the Grand Knight Tim McCarthy if you have any questions at: knightsofcolumbus@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Essay Contest All Catholic students in grades 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 are invited to participate in the 2012 Knights of Columbus Essay Contest. Students are encouraged to write a 500 to 750 word essay on the theme of: "The Responsibility of the Catholic Citizen In a Free Society. The contest opens the doors of young minds, enabling the entrants to be creative, thoughtful and introspective in their work. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the contest. Participants are required to furnish written parental consent. For entry forms and additional information contact: Timothy McCarthy @ 706-831-1104. Food Drive for Those in Need Help us collect TONS of food by donating food this month for those individuals and families less fortunate in the Augusta area! The Knights of Columbus are collecting non-perishable food items this month to donate to the Catholic Social Services. Please, place your donations in the collection box located in the social room. Contact the Grand Knight Tim McCarthy if you have any questions. Thank you for your support and charity! Poster Contest This is a call to St. Michaels youth. Knights of Columbus are sponsoring the 2012 Poster Contest. All youth grades 8th to 12th (males and females) are invited to participate in this contest. The theme is Drug and Alcohol Awareness. Please make sure you submit your poster by December 9th, 2012. The entry must be in a regular poster board size. Please contact Roger Colon for the entry forms (706) 631-4941. Coat Drive The Knights of Columbus is holding a coat drive for the needy in Augusta until the end of November. Please bring new or used coats to church and place in the designated donation box in the fellowship hall. Please ensure the coats are servable and clean. You may contact Allen Larson at (706) 631-9749 for more information about this drive. Thank you for your generosity.

Military Council of Catholic Women (MCCW)

MCCW at Fort Gordon offers FAITH STUDY on Monday mornings from 9:30 - 11:00am followed by daily Mass for those who can attend. This year we will study Catholicism by Fr. Robert Barron. Journey Around the World and Deep into the Faith. Fr. Robert Barron created the groundbreaking CATHOLICISM ADULT STUDY PROGRAM as a thematic presentation of what Catholics believe and why, so all adults can come to a deeper understanding of the Catholic Faith. Not a video lecture, Church history or scripture study. This engaging and interesting formational program uses the art, architecture, literature, music and all the treasures of the Catholic tradition to illuminate the timeless teachings of the Church. Margaret Lepak will facilitate. We look forward to seeing you there! If you would like to attend and need childcare, your child must be registered with CYS Central Registration. Please contact Jessica Burris at burrisjessica@ymail.com one week prior to class to hold a slot.

Altar Servers Training!!!

There will be an Altar Servers training session on Saturday October 6th from Noon 1pm at Good Shepherd Chapel. All current and new servers must attend. For more information, please contact the Altar Servers Coordinator, Alex Besel at altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org or (706) 855-9275. Thank you.

St. Michaels Day will be celebrated on September 29th, the actual feast day, from 12-4:30pm. Mass this day is CANCELLED. Please note this change in your calendar. More information to come in upcoming bulletins!!! We need your help to have a successful celebration. If you sing, dance, are a comedian, or have any other talent, this is your chance to share your talent with your Parish. Please contact Lola Rivera if you would like to sign up for the entertainment part of the day.

Upcoming Meetings
We have scheduled a few meetings to help us coordinate St. Michaels Day. It is very important that ministry coordinators attend these meetings. Please, mark your calendars for the following upcoming meetings: September 26, 5:00pm (Activity room) Please contact me if you are unable to attend any of these meetings.

Confirmation & First Communion Certificates

Confirmation & First Communion certificates are ready to pick up at the Parish office from Mon-Thurs from 8am-2pm.

Side-Dishes and Desserts Needed!!

The Parish will provide meats and drinks for St. Michaels Day. However, we ask our parishioners to bring side dishes and/or desserts. The sign up sheets are located on the kitchens counter in the activity room. Please, take a few minutes to sign up today. Thank you.

Attention EME, Lectors and Ushers

Please let the Liturgy Schedule coordinator know if you need to change your schedule. Thank you. lemuschedule@saintmichaelparihsfg.org

RCIA classes continue this weekend. Please contact Deacon Kelley

Culver to register @ rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org

FY13 Designated Offerings (First Quarter) Facilitator: FATHER JOSEPH LEA

The following is a list of designated offering for the first quarter of FY13. 1. Holiday Food Voucher - 13/14 OCT . (Mandated Post-Wide D.O.) 2. Food for the Poor, Inc. 27/28 OCT . (Catholic) 3. Catholic Social Services 21-22-24- 25 NOV 4. Augusta Care Pregnancy Center in DEC 12 (This designated offering will replace the Gideons International designated offering). Parish Council Financial Advisor, Aldo Calvi financialadvisor@saitnmichaelparishfg.org

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Priesthood Sunday
On 30 Sept. 2012 Special breakfast at the activity room after the 9am Mass. (8:30am and 10am Masses are cancelled) Join us to thank our priests for the extraordinary and dedicated ministry!
Would you like to Donate Flowers for a Special Intention?
You can donate flowers for a special intention, such as, in memory of the death of a loved one, or in celebration of your wedding anniversary, or birthday. Please, contact the Flowers Ministry Coordinator Fran Simpson for more information @ flowersministry@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

YOUTH MINISTRY news

CYM UPCOMING MEETING!!
Youth of the chapel: You are cordially invited to attend our monthly meeting on October 21 from 1pm-3pm in Bldg. 13. We will have a guest speaker to talk about an important topic for the youth. We will also provide lunch for the attendees!! Join us on September 16th . Please contact the Youth Ministry Coordinator Laura Pizzi if you have any questions at cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org

YOUTH MASS Today

16 SEPTEMBER 2012 @ 10 AM Chaperones Needed!!
We are always in need of adults to chaperon for youth activities. Please contact Laura Pizzi if you can assist as a chapero n e fo r a n y o f t h e s e e ve n t s cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org Youth are encouraged to do the readings, serve as ushers, sing in the choir, and present the gifts during Mass. Please contact the Youth Ministry Coordinator if you are interested in participating. We have choir practice on Thursdays at 7:45pm in our chapel. Contact us at cym@saintmichaelparishfg.org if you have any questions.

Rehearsal Information
Choir Practice is on Wednesdays at at 7:45pm at our chapel. Singers and musicians are welcomed! Contact Sonia Rivera at (706) 627-0637 or send her an email at music@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Visit us at http://www.saintmichaelparishfg.org
NEW Book Club Discussion on Mondays
Kick-off on 10 September 2012 6:30pm-7:30pm
This discussion will be facilitated by Father Joseph Lea and Deacon Kelley Culver Sign up today in the activity room or at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org Note: Books and food will be provided.

EME, Lectors and Ushers Schedule

The new schedule can be found on the St. Michael's Website and Facebook page. A copy is also posted on the bulletin board and the rear of the Chapel. Please, contact the Parish Life Coordinator if you need a copy.

Annual Living Rosary Call!

The 23rd Annual Living Rosary will take place on Sunday, October 7th, 2012 at Aquinas High School. The Knights of Columbus and MCCW will be leading two decades to represent our parish. Please, contact your coordinator if you are willing to participate in this annual event. MARK your Calendars today!

Volunteers Name Tags

All volunteers are asked to pick up their name tags in the Sacristy behind the door before each mass to wear during Mass. Please return name tags after Mass. Are you celebrating your b-day soon? Send us an email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Send us an email if you are celebrating your wedding anniversary next month at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

CCD and Parish Registration continues this Weekend at 11:30am at the REC bld 7th.

Encounter for Divorced Ministry

All Divorced and Separated Catholics are invited to join us on Sunday Oct. 7th. We will attend the Augusta Life-Chain from 2-3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Scott Nixon and Pleasant Home Rd. Walton Way ext. and Davis Rd. in support of the end of Abortion. Following this, we will go to dinner at Crazy Turks Pizza Bar and Grill at 4:p.m. (note time change.), 2910 Washington Rd., directly across from Bone Fish. That evening we will be participating in the Living Rosary at Aquinas High School at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Sharon at 706-373-3229, or Karea at 706-836-4406, karealn@hotmail.com

A Mandatory Marriage Preparation Retreat

The next Engaged Couples weekend will be at the Church of the Most Holy Trinity October 5 & 6 in the Immaculate Conception Catholic School Building, 811 Telfair St. This certification is required to get married in the Catholic church. Advanced registration is required to attend. For more information or to registration, please call the parish office at 706-722-4944

RACHELS VINEYARD POST ABORTION HEALING RETREATS November 16-18

A Rachels Vineyard Weekend Retreat is a beautiful opportunity for any woman, man, or family member who is struggling with the emotional, spiritual or psychological pain of abortion to find healing. Come and experience the mercy and compassion of God through this healing ministry. For additional information contact Stephanie May at 912-201-4059 / scmay@diosav.org, or visit the website at www.rachelsvineyard.org . All calls and inquiries are strictly confidential. Come and be restored. Our next retreat is near Augusta, Ga.

PLCs Office Hours

The Parish Life Coordinator is available to assist you the following days this coming week: Monday and Thursday: 8am to 2pm and Sunday from 8am to 11am After hours assistance only by appointment at (443) 223-1125

Pastoral Visitations
There is simply no place more appropriate than the home for pastors to interact with their parishioners in a personal manner. And this holds true whether such interaction is for the purpose of leading a person to Christ, reclaiming a lost soul, or offering support and guidance. For this reason, our Pastor, Father Joseph would like to start Pastoral Visitations to give parishioners the opportunity of meeting and knowing him. He would like to visit parishioners homes twice a week, so if you are interested in receiving the special visit of our Pastor, please contact the PLC Lola Rivera to schedule a Pastoral visitation @ (706) 791-2945, or plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Father Joseph is looking forward to visit

Confessions
Private confessions at St. Michaels are available for you before Mass on Saturdays 4pm and Sundays at 8am in the confessional box located in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, but also face-to-face and by appointment at your convenience. Confessions are available in Spanish when Father Joseph celebrates mass.

Matrimony
Arrangements for marriage preparation should be made at least six months in advance of the proposed date. If there has been a prior marriage that has not been annulled by the Catholic Church, more time may be required. Participation in a marriage preparation workshop/program is required. Initially, all requests of information should be directed to the Catholic Pastor at (267) 243-5861.

New to our Parish?

Please take a minute and fill out our registration form. You can find these forms in the counter located in the social room. You may give the form to the Parish Life Coordinator, or to the chaplain assistant on duty. You can also download the form from our website if this is more convenient for you, and send it to plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Welcome!

Baptism
In order to receive Baptism, parent(s) must be registered and attending Mass. Dates and times of Baptism can ONLY be set after registering for Pre-Baptism class, and talking with a Priest. Baptism and preparation for Baptism must be arranged 30 days in advance. Contact the PLC if you need assistance.

Adoration on Wednesday
Join us for adoration this coming Wednesday at 6:30pm. We meet every week to spend and dedicate an hour in Eucharistic Adoration. This is a great way to increase your faith and help you with your prayer life.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

The RCIA program is the process through which interested adults and older children are gradually introduced to the Roman Catholic doctrine and way of life. Contact Kelley Culver if you need assistance at rcia@saintmichaelparishfg.org .

Pastoral Counseling
Anyone wishing to see the Catholic Pastor for religious counseling issues may contact our Pastor. All requests of information should be directed
to Father Joseph at (267) 243-5861.

Anointing of the Sick

If you are in need of this sacrament, or if you are going to be hospitalized, please contact Father Joseph (267) 243-5861

Wedding Anniversary & Marriage Vow Renewal

Send us an email if you are celebrating your wedding anniversary next month. We also encourage you to let us know if you would like to renew your marriage vows at Mass, at least two weeks in advance. Requests can be submitted at: plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Writing Checks: When writing checks for our weekend collections, please make sure you write the check to CTOF (Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund) Also remember , if you write a check $250 or above, you may ask for a receipt from the chaplain assistant.

Parish Council Meeting

St. Michaels Parish Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday October 2nd, 2012. The meeting will be at Good Shepherd Chapel (GSC), social room at 5:30 pm.

Change of Address or Moving?

Please advise the Parish Life Coordinator when you have any change of address or telephone number, or if you are moving away.

Mass Intentions

Pastoral Council
(COL) JEFF LEPAK, PRESIDENT president@saintmichaelparishfg.org HERMAN GONZALEZ, VICE-P vicepresident@saintmichaelparishfg.org JOANN CAPOZZOLI, SECRETARY secretary@saintmichaelparishfg.org ALDO CALVI, FINANCIAL ADVISOR financialadvisor@saintmichaelparishfg.org

If you would like to offer a Mass for the repose of the soul of a loved one, or any other intention, you are encouraged to use one of our Mass cards from the bulletin board located in the hallway next to the Sacristy. You can also send it to the PLC via email at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Anyone who has the habit of speaking before God's majesty as if he were speaking to a slave, careless about how he is speaking, and saying whatever comes into his head and whatever he's learned from saying prayers at other times, in my opinion is not praying. Please, God, may no Christian pray in this way.-- St. Teresa of Avila

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Recruiting New Volunteers There are many ways to help your community within the parish. Demonstrate Gods love by volunteering some of
your time. The following are some of the many volunteer opportunities for you. Contact the Parish Life Coordinator if you have questions or need further information. plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org.

VOLUNTEERS COORDINATOR POSITION DESCRIPTION (volunteer position)

The Special Events Coordinator will oversee all aspects of events based on food service for approximately 4-8 events a year, including our annual event St. Michaels Day. QUALIFICATIONS Good communication skills. Enjoy working with a variety of people. Ability to organize volunteers for decoration and food preparation. Good with details. Enjoy being a host/hostess at events. Ability to adjust plans and redirect volunteers under pressure. RESPONSIBILITIES: Organize the preparation and serving of meals, and fellowship for the Membership class 3-4 times each year. These events are held on weekends. Oversee the preparation and serving of food at 3-4 visitor receptions each year. The planning for these events is done with the Parish Life Coordinator, and might be approved by the Pastor and Parish Council. Confirm date of event and time with the Parish Council. Plan meal and decoration within given budget and under Parish Council approval. Recruit additional volunteers. The Special Events Coordinator is required to brief the Parish Council. Questions? Please contact the PLC, plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Care Ministry Coordinator

We are looking for a volunteer to coordinate the Care Ministry. This ministry assists parishioners who are sick at home or hospital. The ministry coordinator is responsible for coordinating visits in consultation with the senior pastor and PLC. The coordinator will be willing to visit parishioners who request this assistance, share the Word of God and prayer with them, and offer Holy Communion at the time of visit. If this is your call, or you need further information, please contact us at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Volunteer Coordinator Needed Volunteers are the back bone of our parish, and most important, they help us to spread the good news of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are looking for a person who would like to be St. Michaels Volunteer Coordinator. Please, contact the PLC and ask her for a copy of the job description to learn about its requirements and responsibilities. plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org Adult Altar Servers Wanted We are looking for adult altar servers to assist at Mass, especially at Saturday 5pm and Sunday 8:30am masses. Please, contact Alex Besel if you are interested in becoming an altar server. This is a great opportunity to serve our Lord. altarservers@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Evangelization Coordinator We are looking for volunteers to coordinate the Evangelization ministry. Please, contact Lola Rivera if you are interested in coordinating this ministry, or if you need more information at plc@saintmichaelparishfg.org

VA Fisher House is Looking for Donations

The Fisher House at the VA hospital is in need of the following items: Jars of peanut butter, crackers, pretzels, canned tuna fish, canned chicken, and ramen noodles. Please support this organization at your convenience. There is a box for this charity located by the MCCW table in the back hallway next to the activity room. Thank you very much for your generosity.

The Unprofitable Servant Parables of Jesus. Written by Pete Miller

Matthew 25:14-30 records this parable, sometimes called the parable of the ten talents. There is a similar, but not identical, parable in Luke 19:12-27, and the message is the same. Again, Jesus is teaching as aspect of the kingdom of heaven. The kingdom of heaven is like In this parable, Jesus taught of three servants entrusted with different sums of money, to each according to his own ability or capability. The one given the five talents doubled the money, as did the man who was given two. But the third man, who had been entrusted with one talent, buried it in the ground. When the master returned, he asked the three men to give to him a report of how they used what they were given. The master praised the two who had doubled the money, but he was sorely disappointed with the third man. That servant admitted to his master, I was afraid, and went and hid your talent in the ground. Look, there you have what is yours. The masters response was severe. You wicked and lazy servant you ought to have deposited my money with the bankers, and at my coming I would have received back my own with interest. So take the talent from him, and give it to him who has ten talents. For to everyone who has, more will be given, and he will have abundance; but from him who does not have, even what he has will be taken away. And cast the unprofitable servant into the outer darkness. There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. A talent was a unit of measurement, not a coin such as a denarius, and varied in its value depending on whether it was gold or silver. It is impossible to equate its value to modern currency, however, even the lowest value for a talent puts its worth at several thousand denarii, and a denarius was the usual payment for a day's labor. So a talent was the value of many years of work by a common laborer, perhaps the total amount one might accumulate. One talent, then, equals a lifetime of earnings. This is a lot of money and a key point in this parable. Your God-given design and uniqueness have high market value in heaven. God didnt entrust you with a $2 talent or a $5 skill. Consider yourself a million-dollar investment in many cases, a multimillion dollar enterprise. (Max Lucado, from The Cure for the Common Life) Jesus had been teaching about the signs of His second coming, and had just finished the parable of the ten virgins, a forewarning emphasizing being prepared and mentally and spiritually vigilant. The parable of the unprofitable servant illustrated harsh disapproval for the failure to utilize the talents the master had committed to his trust. Jesus concluding words in this chapter called attention to doing good works, such as feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, and visiting the sick and imprisoned. The lessons within this entire section of Scripture interconnect, stressing total commitment to live for God and to give all and everything one has for Him. To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away. (Matthew 25:29 NLT) The reason the third man was a do nothing was fear. Fear utterly immobilized him and earned him the dishonorable designation of being wicked and lazy, depriving him of his destiny. The essence of this message and a stern warning appears in Hebrews 10:38: Now the just shall live by faith; But if anyone draws back, My soul has no pleasure in him. Nineteenth century American author, poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson said, Fear defeats more people than any other one thing in the world. Dont waste life in doubts and fears; spend yourself on the work before you, well assured that the right performance of this hours duties will be the best preparation for the hours and ages that will follow it. Retrieved from http://www.sharefaith.com

September 29th, 2012

St. Michaels Feast Day

From 10:30 A.M. to 5 P.M. Lunch and Fellowship @ The Courtyard Ballroom

Come to Celebrate
The parish will provide meats and drinks. We are asking that our parishioners bring dishes and desserts. Please sign up today in the activity room.

Fun is guaranteed!
Good food, great entertainment and the best company in Fort Gordon St. Michaels Parish!

any activity? to sign up for ke ? Would you li r, Lola Rivera ave questions H ife Coordinato arish L arishfg.org Contact the P saintmichaelp 5 or plc@ (706) 791-294

Jumping castles, water slide, face-painting, animal balloons, adults and children games, door prizes, live music, and more...

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ADULTS PROGRAMS Coffee and Theology
Coffee and Theology is a religious education for adults that meet on Sundays at 11:30am at the RSO Bld. 29601. Contact Tom Dean (706) 860-6946 if you have any question.

Bible Study
St. Michaels Bible Study is on Tuesdays at 7:30pm in the activity room. We are studying a Bible Study on the Books of Hebrews. Contact Tom Dean.

RE SPOTLIGHT NEWS
CCD continues this Sunday at 11:30am at the RE Center!!
Catechists Needed
We are recruiting catechists for the new CCD year. If you are interested in teaching religious education, please contact us. Experience is not required. We will provide you with the training and teaching resources that you need. We need teachers and substitute teachers for grades PreK through High School. Contact Sherry Wodicka @ (706) 592-6478 or recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org

CCD Registration
CCD registration is open throughout the year. Please know that in order to receive the Holy Sacrament of First Communion or Confirmation, children need to attend Religious Education as required. Contact Sherry Wodicka if you have questions.

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host by the Divine Power of God thrust into hell, Satan and all the evil spirits, who roam throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Religious Education Coordinator Office Hours

The Religious Education Coordinator is available to meet with parents for enrolling their children at the Religious Education Center, building 7 the following days: Mon Wed- Fri : 9am to 12pm. After hours assistance only by appointment at recoordinator@saintmichaelparishfg.org or (706) 592-6478.

LITURGICAL LIFE
Weekend Masses Saturday 17:00 Sunday 08:30 & 10:00 Daily Mass Mon & Wed 11:30 Mon-Friday DDEAMC 11:45 Reconciliation Saturday 16:00 Sunday 07:45 Rosary Saturday 16:30 Sunday 08:00 Communion (Sick/ Homebound): Father Joseph Lea Weddings Contact PLC Baptisms Contact PLC Liturgy Deacon Dave Kriegel Adoration Wednesday 18:30 Religious Education (RE) Sunday 11:30 Children (REC) RCIA (RSO)

PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY

Please remember in your prayers all those who are deployed, their families and friends during their deployments. If your loved one is one of them, or you know any deployed military personnel send us his or her name, so we can include it in our daily prayers. Send your prayer request to prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org CW3 James Omer Cote SFC Nathan Varner Major John Curry SrA James Varner CPT Bontea

PRAY FOR EXPECTANT MOTHERS

Please pray for our expectant mothers and their babies. If you are a member of St. Michaels Parish and expecting a baby, or have a friend or relative who is a expecting a baby, please send us her name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Nelmy Amaya Kim Besel Gabriela Baron-Medina Betsy Joy Pizzi Norelynn Riggins Maybeth Francone Aileen Cadiente Jessica Burris Michelle Adams

PRAY FOR THE SICK

Please pray for our sick and their families. If you know of any parishioner who is sick or is hospitalized, please send us the name to add it to our list @ prayerrequest@saintmichaelparishfg.org

Lewkas Virata Izzy Rodriguez Mark Francone Mildred Mills Noel Ivan Guereni Angela Blancos

Andrew Priddy Joaquina Gonzalez-Maza

Bulletin Announcements
Please know that all weekend announcements should be sent Sunday by 5pm to bulletin@saintmichaelparishfg.org. Announcements received after the deadline might not be announced.

Catholic Radio
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Pulpit Announcements
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September 2012
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 Labor Day 2 CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 3 Daily Mass, 11:30am 4 Parish Council Meeting, 5:30pm Study of the Gospels 7:30pm 11 9/11 Special Mass,11:30am KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 5 Daily Mass, 11:30am St. Michaels Day Meeting, 5pm Adoration, 6:30pm 12 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 6 7 MCCW Kick Off, 6pm 8 Altar Servers Training @ 12pm

9 CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

10 MCCW Faith Study 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 17 MCCW Faith Study 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

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14

15 Confirmation Class, 3:45 to 6pm GSC

16 Catechist Sun-

day!
Youth Mass, 10am CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 23 CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

18 History of the Church @11:30am Study of the Gospels @7:30pm

19 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

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21 National PWO/MIA Day

22 Confirmation Class, 3:45 to 6pm GSC

24 MCCW Faith Study 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

25 History of the Church @11:30am Study of the Gospels @7:30pm

26 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm

27 KofC 1st Degree @ 7pm, Bldg 13

28

29 St. Michaels Day! Celebration 10:30am 5pm.@ Courtyard Mass 5pm is CANCELLED

30 Priesthood Sunday! Welcome Sunday, 9am CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am

October 2012
Sun Mon
1 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 7 Installat.. Ceremony for new officers, 10am NO CCD. Coffee and Theology & RCIA 14 Living Rosary, CCD CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 21 Youth Mass,10am CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am 8 Columbus Day Holiday Daily Mass CANCELLED. 15 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 22 MCCW Faith Study @ 9:30 am Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm 29 Daily Mass, 11:30am Book Club, 6:30pm

Tue
2 History of Church, 1130am Parish Council Meeting, 5:30pm 9 History of Church, 1130am KofC Meeting,6:30pm Study of the Gospels, 16 History of the Church @11:30am Study of the Gospels @7:30pm 23 History of the Church @11:30am Study of the Gospels @7:30pm 30 History of the Church @11:30am Study of the Gospels @7:30pm

Wed
3 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 10 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 17 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 24 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 31 Daily Mass, 11:30am Adoration, 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal , 7:45pm 4

Thu
5

Fri

Sat
6 Altar Servers Training @ 12pm LEMEs Training, 6pm 13 Confirmation Class, 3:45 to 6pm GSC

11

12 MCCW Monthly Meeting, 6pm at GSC

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25 KofC First Degree, 7pm @ Teresas

26

27 Confirmation Field Trip. TBD

28 Welcome Sunday CCD 11:30am Coffee and Theology & RCIA 11:30am