23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sept. 5, 2010

Scripture Readings for September 12

Exodus 32:7-11, 13-14

1 Timothy 1:12-17

Luke 15:1-32

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Week of Sept. 4— Sep 12	MASS TIMES	RELIGIOUS FORMATION	BIBLE STUDY	OTHER EVENTS	MASS INTENTIONS
SAT Sept. 4	5:30 pm				Parish Family
SUN Sept. 5	7:30 & 9:00 am St. Francis 11:00 am St. Philip				Carol Jo Iten Hall r.b. Harold & Jane Stanton
MON Sept. 6	LABOR DAY MASS 9:00			Parish Office Closed	Parish Family
TUE Sept. 7	7:00 am			5 pm Rosary- Blessed Sac. Chapel	Parish Family
WED Sep 8	9:00 am		9:30 am		Harold & Marilyn Mildenberger R.b. Debbie Peterson
THUR Sep 9	9:00 am		7:00 pm	Share & Care 10-2 K of C mtg 7 pm	Parish Family
FRI Sep 10	NO MASS			K of C Fish fry	NO MASS
SAT Sep 11	5:30 pm			Monthly potluck	Nelson Fraser r.b. Rod & Joanne Nielsen
SUN Sep 12	7:30 & 9:00 am St. Francis 11:00 am St. Philip	Registration Grades K-12 Following 9 am mass			Parish Family

PLEASE NOTE:

THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON LABOR DAY—

SEPT 6

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The Rosary Makers will meet on Saturday, Sept 18 at 4:15 pm in the parish center. Come join us ! Make rosaries for missions. For more info call Dee 961-4235 or Peggy at 821-3779

Feast of St. Francis—

Sunday—October 3

Mass Schedule Change:

St. Philip—8:00 am

St. Francis—11:00 am

Followed by parish potluck

Happy Anniversary

9/5 John & Dolores Beck 51 yrs

9/6 Bob & Faithe Lake 52 yrs

9/7 Albert & Ruth Reather 51 yrs

9/8 Harold & Marilyn Mildenberger 58 yrs

9/9 Doug & Rhonda Johnson 37 yrs

Mark & Debbie Hagen 3 yrs

Catching Up With the Church"

We will be starting a program called "Catching Up With the Church". These sessions are designed to help us update our faith. It is an 8 week program starting on Tuesday, September 28. The session runs Tuesdays from 1:00-2:30 p.m. in the parish center. All are invited to attend—call the parish office at 363-1385 to register.

Estate Planning Seminar

Thursday—September 23

2:30-4:30 or 6:30-8:30

Presenters include:

· Accountant

· Financial Advisor

· Attorney

· Representative from the Foundation for the Diocese of Helena

VIRTUS—Protecting God's Children training

There will be 2 training sessions at St. Anthony in Missoula (September 8 from 6—9 pm and September 14 from 9—12 am) and 1 session at St. Francis in Hamilton (October 23 from 1—4 pm). Diocesan policy requires anyone working with children attend one training session. Please call the parish office (363-1385) with questions or to register so that we have enough materials for everyone.

RCIA—Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Are you, or someone you know, interested in learning more about he Catholic Faith? We will be starting classes on September 21 at 7:30 pm in the parish center. If you are interested please call the parish office to register—363-1385.

Stewardship of Treasure

Weekend of 8/29

St Francis 6136.93

St Philip 685.00

TOTAL 6821.93

Budget 5872.00

Happy Birthday

9/5 Joe Kupko

9/6 Lauren Clairmont Tim Driscoll

Anne Frugoli Anne Groeneveld

Tara Stromberg

9/7 Katherine Evanoff Donna Gandara

Richard Lacey

9/8 Dorothy Boulay Mike Brough

Margaret Green

9/9 Sylvia Bujok Ray Kaltenbach

Edward Ryan Alice Tibbetts

Bob Zikan

9/10 William Doyle Jan Driscoll

Cheryl Smith Kim Trinh

9/11 Mary Borden Patricia Gilchrist

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING

The next meeting of the Pastoral Council will be Monday, September 20 at 7 pm.

The next baptism class for anyone wishing to have their baby baptized in the next few months will be held on Monday, September 13 at 7 pm in the parish center. Please call the parish office (363-1385) to register for the class.

PFLM—Program of Formation for Lay Ministers

St. Ann Parish, Butte

Level One: A two-year program of educational and spiritual formation in contemporary pastoral theology for adults who desire to serve the church in a non-ordained ministry. PFLM sessions meet monthly on weekends during the academic year. First session September 17-18, 2010

There is an enrollment fee per year—fee includes materials, refreshments, and Saturday meals. Individuals are responsible for travel, housing or other needs. For more information call the parish office –363-1385 or email John Fencik at jfencik@diocesehelena.org

September is National Cholesterol Education Month

High blood cholesterol affects over 65 million Americans. It is a serious condition that increases your risk for heart disease. The higher your cholesterol level, the greater the risk. You can have high cholesterol and not know it. Lowering cholesterol levels that are too high lessens your risk for developing heart disease and reduces the chance of having a heart attack or dying of heart disease. Get your cholesterol checked, eat a heart healthy diet and get regular exercise for a healthy heart and healthy family.

Brought to you by the St Francis Health and Wellness Ministry

Great Opportunities in Senior High Youth Ministry

Our Senior High Youth Ministry is in need of adult support. Youth ministry will bless your life. If you feel called to help with senior high youth ministry, whether regularly or now and then, whether actively at meetings, on a planning team or in special projects or retreats, behind the scenes with organization or clerical assistance, your talents are welcomed. Per Diocesan policy, there are certain requirements to volunteering in youth ministry. Training will be provided. If you are interested, please call Jill Deppel at 369-0430.

The Ladies of St. Francis

Invite all women of

St. Francis & St. Philip

to gather with us for our first luncheon of the 2010 season

Wednesday, Sept. 15th

Visiting & blood pressures begin

at 11:30

Lunch is served at 12:15

Cost of lunch—$8.00

Annual dues—$10.00

Please reserve by noon on

Monday, Sept 13

Call Maria at 363-2294

Any proceeds from the luncheon go to the St. Francis Ladies

The September ministry schedule is available on the tables in church. Please remember to pick one up. Thank you

September Fish Fry

The Knights of Columbus will resume their First Friday fish fry dinners on Sept 10. Any proceeds from the fish fry go to the Knights of Columbus

Marriage Saving – the Weekend Phase

During the weekend phase of Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) a series of presentations are given by a team of three couples and a priest. The team presents a technique of communication that enables you to take a good look at most areas of your relationship. After each presentation you have time in the privacy of your room to discuss the previous presentation. For confidential information about or to register for the October program beginning with a weekend on October 1-3 call 1-800-470-2230 or 406-761-4830 or email: MT1Retrovaille@aol.com or visit the web site at ww.HelpOurMarriage.com

The monthly potluck for September will be following 5:30 mass on Saturday, September 11 at the home of Mike and Mary Jo Brough, 972 Little Joe Ln, Hamilton. Please call them if you are planning on attending so that they know how many to plan for—363-5493

Youth + Church + Family = Faith Formation

We continue to need teachers for our K-6 Faith Formation program beginning in September. Are you interested in teaching or helping as a teacher aide? We can use your help. Please call Sara Morin at 961-5226.

Parish Mission Statement

As Gospel centered people we aspire to be followers of Jesus Christ, sharing our gifts, our energy and our vision of Church. Through our life in Word and sacraments we are nourished by the unfolding presence of grace—calling, inviting and challenging us into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with one another.

Parish Directory

Parish Office phone 363-1385 fax 363-1451 Mailing Address:

Website www.stfrancishamilton.org PO Box 593

Email Address francis@montana.com 411 S 5th St

Hamilton MT 59840

Pastor Rev John J Darragh Pastoral Council Bob Howard 961-8363

Pastoral Assistant Sr Margaret Hogan SCL Finance Council John Talia 363-4661

Business Manager Anne Pekoc Music Coordinator Anne Weber 363-4245

Parish Secretary Mary Lou Hankel K-6 RE Coordinator Sara Morin 961-5226

7-8 RE Coordinator Cheryl Smith 363-0011

9-12 RE Coordinator Jill Deppel

Sacraments

Baptism: By appointment. Baptismal preparation sessions offered to parents and sponsors four times a year as announced.

Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 pm in the Church or by appointment with the priest.

Marriage: Diocesan policy requires six months preparation. If you are planning a wedding, always check with the pastor before setting a date.

Confirmation Preparation: Preparation to receive the sacrament of Confirmation is integrated into High School Youth Program. Youth are expected to attend starting in the 9th grade. The sacrament is celebrated for 10th though 12th graders who have received a minimum of 2 years catechesis including some identified Confirmation Classes and other requirements.

First Penance & First Eucharist: For second grade as scheduled in the year. The child must be enrolled in Religious Education Class.

Sacrament of the Sick: As needed in each sickness, call and let us know.

Prayer Chain: Carole Claxton 363-2546, Vinnie LaSalle 363-2976 or Judy