MISSION STATEMENT The members of the Marion Catholic Community, given life through the Holy Spirit in Baptism, are called together as a community of faith to praise and worship God our Creator and to proclaim in word and deed the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. As members of the Body of Christ we strive to serve all to provide an atmosphere of hospitality which enables all to respond fully to the life-long challenge “to do right and to love goodness, and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8

7428 St. Rt. 119 • Maria Stein, OH 45860 www.marioncatholiccommunity.org

Phone: 419-925-4775 Office Hours: 9:00am‒5:00pm (M‒F)

MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS ...................................... 7:30am

St. Sebastian ..................................... Monday St. Rose ........................................... Tuesday Precious Blood ........................... Wednesday Nativity .......................................... Thursday St. John ............................................... Friday

SATURDAY MASS St. John .............................................. 5:00pm St. Rose ............................................. 7:30pm

SUNDAY MASS Nativity ............................................. 8:00am Precious Blood .................................. 9:00am St. John ............................................ 10:30am St. Sebastian ................................. 12:00noon

HOLY DAYS ...... Check bulletin for schedule

BAPTISM SCHEDULE Nativity BVM

1st Sunday of the month after Mass

Precious Blood 3rd Sunday of the month after Mass

St. John Last Sunday of the month after Mass

St. Rose 2nd Saturday of the month before/after Mass (6:30pm-before)

St. Sebastian 1st Sunday of the month before Mass (11:00am)

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Offered each Monday after the 7:30am Mass at St. Sebastian until 7:00pm.

RCIA: 7:30pm Tuesdays in the St. John rectory basement.

WEDDINGS: Notify Pastor six months prior to the wedding.

CONFESSIONS: The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available before each daily Mass. Saturday afternoon confessions are from 4:00pm‒4:45pm at St. John. There are also confessions each Saturday at 9:30am at the Shrine. A priest is always available for walk-ins who wish to receive this sacrament.

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

DECEMBER

The Marion Catholic Community

JULY 2, 2017

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STAFF Pastor

Rev. Eugene H. Schnipke, C.PP.S. email: frgene@gmail.com Pastor’s Residence .... 419-925-4522

Senior Associate Pastor Rev. Tom Brenberger, C.PP.S. email: tombrenberger@gmail.com

Deacons Omer Bertke — Retired Status Clif Perryman email: deaconclif@gmail.com

Parish Life Coordinator Sharon Kremer email: marioncathcom@gmail.com

Administrative Assistant Joan Heitkamp email: jrheitkamp@gmail.com

Youth Minister Chris Wibbenmeyer email: wibbenmeyerchris@gmail.com or 567-279-1430 RCIA

Carolyn Stucke 419-852-1211 Counseling

Robert Skipper, M.Div., LPCC, LICDC 937-299-9005 / 800-521-6419

Call for Prayer Contacts Nativity BVM

Sue Moeller 419-852-5044 Precious Blood

Martha Thobe 419-925-5001 St. John

Mary Eyink 419-733-0743 Shelly Bruns 419-925-5403

St. Rose Irene Bruns 419-925-4712

St. Sebastian Ruth Bruns 419-268-1948 Bertie Bruns 419-925-4679

BULLETIN DEADLINE Announcement s must be submitted in writing by 9am on Monday of the week’s bulletin. Changes to this schedule, due to holidays, will be indicated in the bulletin in the form of an announcement.

LITURGY OF THE WEEK

MONDAY, JULY 3

7:30am—Mass at St. Sebastian .... †Si Homan

TUESDAY, JULY 4 9:00am—Mass at St. Rose ........... L&D of the Frey and Braun Families

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

7:30am—Mass at Precious Blood †Herbert, †Beulah & †Marge Knapke

THURSDAY, JULY 6

7:30am—Mass at Nativity ........... †Lucille Schmitmeyer

FRIDAY, JULY 7 7:30am—Mass at St. John ............ L&D of the Wendel/Schlarman Family

SATURDAY, JULY 8

10:00am—Mass at Shrine .............. †Marilyn Prenger May 1:30pm—Wedding at St. John ...... Abby Heitkamp & Dillon Otting 5:00pm—Mass at St. John ............ L&D Henry & Matilda Thobe Family; ...................................................... †Daniel Goettemoeller; ...................................................... †Thecla Heitkamp—Wedding Anniv. 7:30pm—Mass at St. Rose ........... Dave and Kathy Buening ...................................................... 40th Wedding Anniversary; ...................................................... †Evelyn Bertke—Birthday

SUNDAY, JULY 9 8:00am—Mass at Nativity ............ †Alma Goettemoeller—Death Anniv. 9:00am—Mass at Precious Blood †Beulah Knapke; ...................................................... †James Good 10:30am—Mass at St. John ............. †Mildred Knapke—Wedding Anniv; ...................................................... †Paul Moeller—Birthday; ...................................................... †Cy and †Betty Overman; ...................................................... †Joyce Rose; ...................................................... †Tammy Schwieterman 12:00pm—Mass at St. Sebastian ..... †Richard Heckman—Birthday; ...................................................... †Imelda Heckman—Birthday

WORSHIP & SPIRITUAL LIFE

Readings for the Week of July 2, 2017

Sunday: 2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a/Ps 89:2-3, 16-19/Rom 6:3-4, 8-11/Mt 10:37-42 Monday: Eph 2:19-22/Ps 117:1bc-2/Jn 20:24-29 Tuesday: Gn 19:15-29/Ps 26:2-3, 9-12/Mt 8:23-27 Wednesday: Gn 21:5, 8-20a/Ps 34:7-8, 10-13/Mt 8:28-34 Thursday: Gn 22:1b-19/Ps 115:1-6, 8-9/Mt 9:1-8 Friday: Gn 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67/Ps 106:1b-5/Mt 9:9-13 Saturday: Gn 27:1-5, 15-29/Ps 135:1b-6/Mt 9:14-17

Next Sunday: Zec 9:9-10/Ps 145:1-2, 8-11, 13-14/Rom 8:9, 11-13/Mt 11:25-30

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STEWARDSHIP

NATIVITY BVM Parish Council President .................... Dan Wuebker Business Manager ........ Sue Fortkamp CRE .............................. Katie Dippold Music Director............. Katie Hartings Maintenance ..................... Ron Stucke Maintenance ................. Dave Berning

PRECIOUS BLOOD Parish Council President .................... Tanya Homan Business Manager ........ Sue Roeckner CRE ............................. Missy Moeller Music Director......... Marian Heitbrink Maintenance ................. Adam Kremer Groundskeeper ................ Cody Kuess

ST. JOHN Parish Council President ......................... Nick Eifert Business Manager ............. Paul Gagel CRE .................... Chris Wibbenmeyer Music Director......... Marian Heitbrink Maintenance ....................... Tom Feltz

ST. ROSE Parish Council President ........................ Brad Meier Business Manager ......... Sue Fortkamp CRE ............................ Jackie Garman Music Director ............. Katie Hartings Maintenance ................ Kevin Hartings Maintenance ................... Jim Ungruhn

ST. SEBASTIAN Parish Council President ......................... Jesse Rose Business Manager ......... Sue Roeckner CRE ..........................Judy Forsthoefel Music Director ....... Emily Forsthoefel Maintenance ..................Kyle Koesters Maintenance ..................... Tom Wilker

CLUSTER PARISH POSITIONS

Mass Schedule 5:00pm (Sat.) - St. John 7:30pm (Sat.) - St. Rose

8:00am (Sun.) - Nativity BVM 9:00am (Sun.) - Precious Blood

10:30am (Sun.) - St. John

12:00noon (Sun.) - St. Sebastian

COLLECTION TOTALS

FOR JUNE 25TH

NATIVITY BVM

34 Adult Envelopes ................... $732.00 Loose Cash ............................... $128.00 Peter’s Pence .............................. $64.00 Total .......................................... $924.00

PRECIOUS BLOOD

50 Adult Envelopes ................ $1,529.00 Loose Cash ............................... $159.00 Peter’s Pence ............................ $135.00 Candle Offerings ......................... $37.00 Total ....................................... $1,860.00

ST. JOHN

80 Adult Envelopes ................ $2,593.00 Loose Cash ............................... $531.00 Peter’s Pence ............................ $516.00 Candle Offerings ....................... $130.50 Maintenance ................................ $70.00 Total ....................................... $3,840.50

ST. ROSE

12 Adult Envelopes ................... $380.00 Loose Cash ............................... $240.00 Peter’s Pence ............................ $260.00 Ascension.................................... $10.00 Candle Offerings ........................ $22.25 Total ......................................... $912.25 .

ST. SEBASTIAN

18 Adult Envelopes ................... $498.00 Loose Cash ................................. $98.00 Candle Offerings ......................... $24.50 Peter’s Pence .............................. $80.00 Total .......................................... $700.50

THANK YOU!

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ST. SEBASTIAN NEWS

CCD TEACHER NEEDED—Thank you to our Religion Teachers for sharing their Faith with our students. We are looking for a 9th Grade Teacher. Please contact Judy Forsthoefel, if interested.

NATIVITY BVM NEWS

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE—The Nativity Parish is hosting a Blood Drive, Monday, July 10th from 12:00 to 6:00pm at the Knights Hall. If you are willing to help or donate cookies, please call Sharon Koesters at 419-925-4077. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or go to redcrossblood.org, sponsor code “knostj” to schedule your blood donation.

SERVERS Thurs. July 6, 7:30am .............. Nathan Buschur, Amber Wendel Sun. July 9, 8:00am ................. Robert Buschur, Alex Dirksen

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Sun. July 9, 8:00am ................. Carol Hemmelgarn, Laura Bertke ................................................. Tess Mescher

LECTORS AND COMMENTATOR Thurs. July 6, 7:30am .............. Lori Homan Sun. July 9, 8:00am ................. Lisa Buschur—1st & 2nd ................................................. Jo Schwieterman—Comm.

USHERS Sun. July 9, 8:00am ................. Ed Buschur, Mitch Schwieterman

PRESENTATION OF GIFTS Sun. July 9, 8:00am ................. John and Linda Huelsman Family

DISTRIBUTE COMMUNION TO THE SHUT INS Larry Reichert ......................... 419-925-5159

SERVERS Mon. July 3, 7:30am ............... Brooke Wilker, Kaylee Wilker

Sun. July 9, 12:00pm ............... Brandon Fleck, Dylan Fleck

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

Mon. July 3, 7:30am ............... Sandy Niekamp, Ruth Heyne ................................................. Therese Homan Sun. July 9, 12:00pm ............... Deb Beyke, Henry Kunkler ................................................. Herb Wilker

LECTORS AND COMMENTATOR

Mon. July 3, 7:30am ............... Vicki Schmackers Sun. July 9, 12:00pm ............... Steve Broering—1st & 2nd ................................................. Todd Fleck—Comm.

USHERS Sun. July 9, 12:00pm ............... Duane Bruns, Randy Kuess

PRESENTATION OF GIFTS Sun. July 9, 12:00pm ............... Harold and Vicki Schmackers Family

ROSARY LEADERS Sun. July 9, 12:00pm ............... Donna Bills, Lisa Seitz

ST. SEBASTIAN MINISTRIES

NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED

VIRGIN MARY MINISTRIES

DECORATING COMMITTEE—The parish is need of someone to be the head of the decorating committee. Please contact Dan Wuebker at 419-733-

4890.

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ST. JOHN NEWS

We’re in need of CCD catechists for the

following grades this coming year.

• 1 - 5th grade teacher

• 1 - 8th grade teacher

• 1 - 9th grade teacher

• 2 - 10th grade teachers Our CRE will be in the back of church after the 10:30am Mass on Sunday, July 16th, to answer any questions about teaching. For more information, please contact Chris Wibbenmeyer at 567-279-

1430 or wibbenmeyerchris@gmail.com.

ATTENTION PARENTS OF 1ST

GRADERS—Letters were sent out regarding CCD registration for this upcoming year. If you didn't receive a l e t t e r , p l e a s e c o n t a c t C h r i s Wibbenmeyer at 567-279-1430 or

wibbenmeyerchris@gmail.com.

SUB TO BRING COMMUNION TO

THE SHUT IN’S—If you need a sub to bring communion to the shut ins, please contact Tina Thobe at 419-733-

7950.

CYO ADVISOR NEEDED—It was a great experience to be the CYO Advisor the past two years and work with the young people of St. John Parish and their parents. However, I have decided to step down from this role. If you are interested in taking over this position, or you have any questions, please contact me at 419-925-5409 (home), 567-644-3 2 6 1 ( c e l l - c a l l o r t e x t ) o r jrheitkamp@gmail.com. Thank you.

Joan Heitkamp

ST. JOHN MINISTRIES

SERVERS Fri. July 7, 7:30am ................... Harry Homan, Mary Knapke Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Matt Everman, Abby Buening ................................................. Seth Pierron, Maddie Keller Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... Austin Grieshop, Melanie Gagel ................................................. Ben Heitkamp, Drew Ruhenkamp

DISTRIBUTORS TO SHUT-INS Sun. July 9 ............................... Joyce Moeller—419-925-4639

................................................. Jean Garman—419-925-5185

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

Fri. July 7, 7:30am ................... Harry Homan, Mary Knapke Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Katie Elking, Linda Thobe

................................................. Nate Nagel, Rick Thobe ................................................. Clint Knapke, Matt Berning ................................................. Isaac Eifert Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... Dennis Mescher, Amy Grieshop ................................................. Ben Huelskamp, Chloe Bertke ................................................. Reece Eifert, Diane Homan ................................................. Anne Thobe

LECTORS AND COMMENTATOR

Fri. July 7, 7:30am ................... Linda Koenig Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Doug Billerman—1st ................................................. Renee Bertke—2nd ................................................. Karen Shaner—Comm. Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... John Tangeman—1st ................................................. Sarah Bergman—2nd ................................................. Matt Bertke—Comm.

USHERS

Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Tim Moeller, Alan Heitkamp ................................................. Alan Wolters, Gary Heitkamp Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... Dave Albers, Frank Evers

................................................. Matt Eifert, Dan Fullenkamp

GREETERS

Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Bart and Beth Griesdorn Family Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... Doug and Tara Partington Family

................................................. Mary Eyink

PRESENTATION OF GIFTS

Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Mike and Maria Rethman Family

Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... Jeff and Nancy Luebke Family

ROSARY LEADERS

Sat. July 8, 5:00pm .................. Karen Tangeman and Rebecca Bruggeman Sun. July 9, 10:30am ............... No Rosary

CHILDCARE FOR JULY 9TH

Becky Ranly and Children

CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD July 8th—Shelly Bohman and Kelly Evers

Grades 1 & 2

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PRECIOUS BLOOD NEWS

CYO ADVISOR NEEDED—Lori Kemper has stepped down as CYO advisor. Anyone interested, please call the parish office.

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S ! PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH—Precious Blood is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the church on July 2nd at 9:00am. This is the same day as the first official Mass in the church. Immediately following Mass, there will be a reception in the church basement. There will be memorabilia and pictures displayed including pictures showing the tearing down of the old church and building of the new church. Cookies, punch and coffee will be served. All are welcome.

SERVERS Wed. July 5, 7:30am ................ Julia Moeller, Avae Unrast Sun. July 9, 9:00am ................. Ben Pohl, Natalie Pohl

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Wed. July 5, 7:30am ................ Mary Ann Homan, Joann Liette Sun. July 9, 9:00am ................. Lora Pohl, Jeff Rosenbeck

................................................. Sharon Siegrist, Mikayla Spoltman ................................................. Teri Spoltman, Mark Tangeman ................................................. Nick Thobe

LECTORS AND COMMENTATOR Wed. July 5, 7:30am ................ Linda Schwieterman Sun. July 9, 9:00am ................. Paul Huelsman—1st ................................................. Abby Moeller—2nd ................................................. Stephen Huelsman—Comm.

USHERS Sun. July 9, 9:00am ................. Michael Voskuhl—E, Nick Thobe—W ................................................. Ross Thobe—M, Lou Brown—M

PRESENTATION OF GIFTS Sun. July 9, 9:00am ................. Ken & Brenda Homan Family

ROSARY LEADERS Sun. July 9, 9:00am ................. Ladies’ Sodality

COMMUNION TO SHUT-INS Carolyn Homan — 419-925-4882

PRECIOUS BLOOD MINISTRIES

ST. ROSE NEWS

ATTENTION—St. Rose parish would l ike to start up rel igion for Kindergarten students again. Some interest has been shown and a suggestion was made to have Kindergarten join with the first grade class and meet on Wednesday nights. Before moving forward with this, we would like to see what interest there is. Please contact Jackie Garman at jag782@gmail.com or 419-852-6980, for any interest or questions. Thanks. HELP HEM FABRIC—St. Rose is replacing some of the fabric that is used to drape across the cross or decorate other areas of church. All fabric pieces will be pre-cut. Volunteers are just needed to hem the edges so that the fabric doesn't unravel with time. If you are willing to help out, please contact Kim Bruns at kbruns@bright.net or 419-852-8417. Thanks!

SERVERS Tues. July 4, 9:00am .............. Aaron Broering, Cecilia Schaadt Sat. July 8, 7:30pm ................. Nathan Ungruhn, Thomas Ungruhn

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Sat. July 8, 7:30pm ................. Rita Griesdorn, Eileen Lochtefeld ................................................. Joan Heitkamp

LECTORS AND COMMENTATOR Sat. July 8, 7:30pm ................. Larry Meier—1st & 2nd ................................................... Sherry Schoenlein—Comm.

USHERS Sat. July 8, 7:30pm ................. Glenn Griesdorn, Jeff Griesdorn

PRESENTATION OF GIFTS Sat. July 8, 7:30pm ................. Amy, Carter and Dominic Otting ................................................. Lisa Meiring

COMMUNION TO THE SHUT-INS—JULY Rita Griesdorn—419-925-4656

ST. ROSE MINISTRIES

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: MASS ON JULY 4TH—at St. Rose will be at 9:00am and not at 7:30.

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INFORMATION FOR NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY—We have selected Lifetouch Church Directories and Portraits for this important project. Lifetouch is providing the directory at no cost to our church. Plus, every family photographed receives a complimentary directory and an 8x10 portrait! Please sign up online at www.marioncatholiccommunity.org. Click on Parish Directory to sign up. We are hoping for great participation. Please help the committee by signing up online. We will be photographing in July and September. You may also submit a picture for $10.00, along with the release from the photographer and be able to get a directory for

free.

July 18 to 22 at Spiritual Center—Lower level (South side). (Tuesday thru Friday

from 2pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm)

July 25 to July 29 at Shrine—Main entrance gathering room. (Tuesday thru Friday

from 2pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm)

Sept. 12 to 16 at Shrine—Main entrance gathering room. (Tuesday thru Friday from

2pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm)

Sept. 12 to 16 at Spiritual Center—Lower level (South side). (Tuesday thru Friday

from 2pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm)

Sept 19 to 23 at Shrine—Main entrance gathering room. (Tuesday thru Friday from

2pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm)

Sept. 19 to 23 at Spiritual Center—Lower level (South side). (Tuesday thru Friday

from 2pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm)

For photography at Shrine: https://booknow-lifetouch.appointment-plus.com/

y1yb7mmq/

For photography at Spiritual Center: https://booknow-lifetouch.appointment-

plus.com/y0thxljg/

PICTURES OF SHUT-IN’S AND NURSING HOME RESIDENTS—For anyone who is shut in or in the nursing home, you may schedule a time to be photographed or you may submit a digital picture only by e-mailing to marioncathcom@gmail.com. If unable to have this done, someone will go the nursing homes and take pictures in Sep-

tember.

FEED THE NEED—Lifetouch is offering a coupon for $5.00 when you bring in a non-perishable food item at the time of your photo session. The coupon can be used toward the purchase of additional pictures. All donated items will be given to the C.A.L.L.

Food Pantry.

VIGIL OF THE TWO HEARTS—In honor of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus Christ, the July vigil will be held on July 7th and 8th at St Sebastian Church. Fr Alfons Minja and Fr Paul Wohlwend will hear confessions starting 7:00pm and the Most Holy Rosary will also be recited. At 8:00pm, Fr. Alfons Minja will celebrate the Holy Sacri-fice of the Mass followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and an all night vigil will follow. Concluding at 6:30am, Fr. Don Thieman will have the Procession of the Blessed Sacrament followed by the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at 7:00am. The Vigil is a great opportunity to be with Jesus and listen to what He wants us to do for Him. Our Country is in definite need of prayer for peace and guidance. Spend whatever time you

can.

PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION—Thank you for your generous support of our Holy Father’s charitable works through the Peter’s Pence Collection. Our contributions will be combined with those from around the world to help Pope Francis provide essen-tial relief to people in need. Your generosity is an act of solidarity with the universal

Church, answering the call to become a witness of charity. May God Bless You.

WEDDING

CONGRATULATIONS TO— Kendra Kremer, daughter of Dennis and Sharon and Wesley Hunsucker, son of Stephen and Regina, united in

marriage at St. John on July 1st.

PLEASE NOTE—THE MORNING

MASS AT ST. ROSE ON THE 4TH

OF JULY—will be held at 9:00am.

O U R L A D Y O F F A T IM A

CANDLES—To encourage devotion to the Virgin Mary, especially in this 100th Anniversary Year of the Apparitions at Fatima in Portugal, there are beautiful candles available. Cost will be $5.00 each. A sample candle available to see at the parish

office.

MATT KELLER—Please keep Matt Keller in your prayers as he will be ordained to the diaconate on July 8th at St. Henry church. He will be preaching at the 5pm Mass on July 8th at St. John and 10:30am on July 9th at St. John. There will be an open house at the Knights of St. John Hall following the 10:30am Mass. All are welcome to come and congratulate

Matt!

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE—

Nativity Parish is hosting a Blood Drive, Monday, July 10th from 12:00 to 6:00pm at the Knights Hall. If you are willing to help or donate cookies, please call Sharon Koesters at 419-925-4077. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or go to redcrossblood.org, sponsor code “knostj” to schedule your blood

donation appointment. Thank you.

THANK YOU – BOTTLES FOR BABIES—Thank you so much for your recent participation in the Bottles for Babies campaign for Elizabeth’s New Life Center! Marion Catholic Community’s generosity has helped to raise $2,184.45, which will save 4

babies! That is no small thing…that is amazing! We always accept returned bottles and we show there are still 28

that need to be returned. It’s not too late to help contribute, even an empty bottle returned is a savings for them. Thanks again for your support and generosity!

CLUSTER NEWS

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L I T T L E FL O W E R S G R O UP

COMING THIS FALL!!—What is the Little Flowers Club all about? It is a special club for Catholic girls in grades Kindergarten through Fourth who want to learn more about their faith through Saint Therese’s motto: “Do little things with great love!” At the meetings, the girls will scrapbook, discuss the Saints and virtues, make crafts, play games, and celebrate music. We will get together in Precious Blood Church basement on the Third Thursday of each month from September to May from 7-8:30pm. The year will end with a final Little Flowers “tea party” in June. Cost is $25. Space is limited. Please contact Kim Bruns at kim.bruns@gmail.com or Nicole Homan at homannicole4@gmail.com for

questions and/or a sign-up sheet.

FORTNIGHT FOR FREEDOM—The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops will again recognize a Fortnight for Freedom from June 21st to July 4th. This year, the theme is “Freedom for Mission.” You may visit www.fortnightforfreedom.org for prayers, reflections, action alerts and other resources to stand up for one of the

our most cherished freedoms.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED—People are needed to help serve at ROC in St. Mary’s, Sunday, July 16th and Sunday, August 20th from 4:30 to 6:30pm. This can be a one time commitment. Families are welcome to help. We meet in St. Mary’s and bring a covered dish. Please consider helping. This is a great outreach to help our neighbors just around the corner. Contact Mitch via email at msac@bright.net or phone 419-

305-3488 (call or text).

N E W S P O N S O R S H I P S

REQUESTED—New sponsorships are being accepted at this time for the Novion Education Sponsorship Team. Novion is located in one of the poorest sections of Haiti. NEST seeks to provide the initial 6 years of a child's education to help break the cycle of poverty. Please prayerfully consider sponsoring the education of a Haitian child. The cost

is $250 per year and does require a six-

year commitment. Applications are available on the MCC website under Mission Outreach. Please contact Lynn Hemmelgarn for more information at 419-305-9884. Thank you for your help in

this very important ministry!

CLUSTER NEWS

WHAT’S HAPPENING? MARION YOUTH MINISTRIES

PRAYER REQUEST—Please keep the youth & chaperones from our commu-nity who are attending the Steubenville Conference, July 7,8 & 9 in your prayers.

We pray for safe travels & renewed spirits.

ROSARY RALLY—North West Ohio Sportsleader will be having their Rosary Rally on Wednesday, July 12th at 7pm (Please arrive around 6:45), at the

Maria Stein Spiritual Center. The Rally is geared toward helping coaches, ath-letes and parents put their upcoming sports seasons under the care of our Blessed Mother. It is also an opportunity for competing teams to come together in peace, prayer and solidarity to start the season. All athletes should wear their school

spirit wear/jersey.

“TRUE BEAUTY” & “TRUE STRENGTH”—is a high school summer series that will take place on alternating Wednesday & Sunday evenings beginning July

26th. This series focuses on what is takes to be a real man or woman of God, as it discusses the themes of chastity, love, fellowship, and relationships in the every-day lives of young men and women. Each group will meet 4 times from 7pm to

8:30pm. To sign up, please contact Chris Wibbenmeyer, Youth Minister via e-mail at: wibbenmeyerchris@gmail.com or call 567-279-1430. This series is open

to incoming freshman to outgoing seniors.

JOIN OUR NEW FACEBOOK GROUP—Marion Youth Ministries (MYM)

TO KEEP UP TO DATE ON THE LATEST HAPPENINGS WITH THE

JUNIOR HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH ROCK PARTY—God is our Rock! Come hang with the new youth minister, have lunch and paint some rocks to hide around the com-munity. Bring some rocks to paint & we’ll supply the rest. Wednesday, July 12th

from 11am to 1:30pm. We will meet in the basement of St. Rose. Please call, text or e-mail Chris Wibbenmeyer, for more information at 576-279-1430 or

wibbenmeyerchris@gmail.com.

LIVIN’IT TO PAINT ROCKS—All 7th & 8th graders are welcome to come paint rocks to hide around the community & hang out with the new youth minister on Wednesday, July 19th from 7:00pm-8:30pm. We will meet at the picnic tables between the shrine and the park. Bring a water bottle (or drink) and I will supply the rest. If it is raining, we will meet in the basement of St. Rose. Please

contact Chris Wibbenmeyer for more information.

WAYNESTOCK “Living for the Rock”—This outdoor Christian concert event is located in St. Marys and will be held on Saturday, August 19th. Over 6 live bands will perform starting at around 2:00pm. This is a free event. Who would like to attend and represent MYM? Food & drinks will be available on the

grounds. Please let Chris Wibbenmeyer know if you would like to attend.

SAVE THE DATE!—Christian Artist Jeremy Camp is coming to the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Van Wert on Friday, November 10th at 7:30pm. Tickets go on sale starting at noon on August 9th. I would love to get a group together to go. Tickets are going to be around $35.00 per person. Please let Chris Wibbenmeyer know if you are interested. I would like a head count of those inter-ested no later than Tuesday, August 1st.

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TOTUS TUUS, LATIN FOR TOTALLY YOURS—Is a 4 day summer catechetical youth program that combines Catholic religious instruction and having FUN!! A team of college-age students and seminarians are coming to the Spiritual Center of Maria Stein, July 10-13. The youthfulness and energy of the teachers is an inspiring way to share faith and their enthusiasm is contagious, so come out and join us!! TOTUS TUUS is Monday - Thursday, 9am and 2:30pm for youth going into grades 1-6. The day includes catechetical instruction on our theme-the Mystery of Salvation and Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary, songs and skits that are silly, teach the faith, encounters with the sacraments, particularly Confession and Eucharist, and time for games and outdoor fun. Cost per child is $40 which includes all snacks, lunch daily, and a t-shirt. To register go to www.spiritualcenter.net or if you have

any questions, please contact 419-925-7625.

RURAL-URBAN MASS TO BE HELD IN JULY—Doug and Brenda Schmitmeyer will welcome Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, as well as area Catholics and neighbors to this year’s Rural-Urban Mass, Thursday, July 17th, at 7pm. The Archbishop will say Mass at Doug and Brenda Schmitmeyer’s Farm, 11811 Marshall Rd., Versailles. Some seating will be provided, but individuals attending should bring lawn chairs. At Mass, Archbishop Schnurr will present the Catholic Century Farm Awards to those families who have applied for admission into the Catholic Century Farm Registry for Sidney and St. Mary’s Deaneries. Blessed water and soil will be distributed at Mass. Please bring a Holy Water Container, if possible. Parishioners at Sts. Peter and Paul will host the

mass and will provide refreshments.

SPIRITUAL CENTER, SHRINE, AND

AREA CHURCH CLUSTER NEWS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTU-

NITY—At the Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics as Pastoral Activities Minister. This part time ministry in-volves working weekends a few times a month as well as some hours during the week and the occasional evening (5-15 hours). Responsibilities include setup/cleanup for Saturday Mass, lead-ing tours and groups, participating in prayer candle ministry, and working alongside the Adoration Guild. Appli-cant should be a person of warmth and hospitality, who can work in a team, and has an eye for detail. Please call

Matt Hess at 419-925-4532.

YOUNG ADULT GROUP—will be meeting on Thursdays, July 6, July 20 and August 3 at 7pm. Each evening will include prayer, learning, and fel-lowship. Meet off the main door of the former Motherhouse at the Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics. For more information, contact Nick Clune at Nickclune15@gmail.com or 419-

763-9571.

FATIMA, USA—Friday August 11th, at 7pm outdoors on the grounds of the Maria Stein Spiritual Center. This is the 100th year anniversary of the Miracle of Fatima, when the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to the three children of Fatima. Bishop Joseph Binzer will celebrate the evening Mass

and there will be confession and a can-dlelight rosary procession as well. Please bring your own folding chairs for seating. You won't want to miss this year's event, being the Centennial Celebration. Your faith will be lifted simply by attending, and you will not

be the same person when you leave!!

SAVE THE DATE—for the 10th an-nual Magnificat Women's Conference. It will be held at St. Charles Center, Carthagena, on September 16th. Fa-ther Nathan Cromley will be present-ing "I am the vine, you are the branches. Remain in me". Mark your calendars. More information to follow

at a later date.

Happenings at the Shrine

Every 1st and 2nd Wednesday of the month: the Mercer County Council on Ag-ing will serve lunch at the Maria Stein Shrine. Call Mercer County Council on Ag-

ing to RSVP 419-586-1644. Cost is $3.00.

Sunday, July 16th: 2:00 pm: St. Peregrine Cancer Prayer Service. For those with cancer, for survivors of cancer, for caregivers, family and friends, for all those who care. Shrine of the Holy Relics. Refreshments and socializing follow the service. Service includes: music, scripture, witness and prayer with the Relic of St. Pere-

grine.

Sunday, July 23rd: 5 – 8pm: A Couples Evening Out at the Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics. Night will include: Dinner and Prayer together. Talk on holiness and the marriage of Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin, a married couple who have been canonized, led by Fr. Sean Wilson. Fr. Sean Wilson is the Associate Pastor of the Petersburg Parishes. Ordained in May of 2016, his energy and knowledge of the faith is infectious. He will be offering a new perspective and challenge to married men and women looking to deepen their relationship with each other and with God. Please RSVP to 419-925-4532 by July 7th. Limit of 25 couples. Cost is $20

per couple.

Thursday, August 3rd: 10am – 1pm: Sunshine and Sisters. Spend time with Sis-ters of the Precious Blood! Activities include: - Prayer - Weaving - Water Color-ing - Paper flower making - Candle Dipping - Nature Walk - Other crafts and activities. Open to all 1st through 6th graders. Please call 419-925-4532 to set reser-

vations by July 27th. A $10 donation is asked for each child.

And for parents...Join other parents in the Gast Gallery while your child is enjoying their program. $10 donation is requested as well, and will include

lunch and a program.

THE MARION CATHOLIC COMMUNITY PAGE 10 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES—St. Henry Freedom Amphitheater 2017 Summer Concert Series on Friday nights at 7:30pm. In case of inclement weather, performances will be held in the St. Henry High School Commons. July 7th: Butch’s Solo Jam (with opening acts, Erica (Gelhaus) Colopy

and Breanna Romer.)

E L I ZA B E T H ’ S N E W L I F E

CENTER—is seeking a full-time grant writer/manager. The individual will work at the Dayton office and will be responsible for researching, writing, and reporting on grant opportunities to continue our work. The grant writer is also responsible for other writing in the organization like blogs, newsletters, etc. Must love to write and have a passion for pro-life work. Send resume and cover letter via email to

hr@elizabethnewlife.org.

EXTRA LEGOS?—Donate them to the Marion Twp. Branch Library in Chickasaw. The library would like to offer "Lego Nights" and are in need of Legos. Drop your Legos off during

library hours.

LAFFALOT SUMMER CAMP—Reminder! Marion Local Elementary School will be offering a Laffalot Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 6-12 the week of July 24th-28th. Come see what the Laff-ter is all about! For more information visit the Laffalot website at www.laffalotcamps.com or

call Pat at 513-313-2076.

2016 FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHTS

DVD—can be ordered for $25. If interested, please contact Brian & Marlene Gagel at 419-852-1182 or boomar@roadrunner.com. Deadline is

July 15th.

MOVIE ON THE LAWN—Briarwood Village invites the community to a Movie on the Lawn on Wednesday, July 12th. Bring your blankets & lawn chairs and spend your summer evening watching the new “Beauty and the Beast” on a giant screen on the back lawn of Briarwood. Disney Princesses will stop by Briarwood at 7:30pm for crafts, pictures and visits. Bring your children dressed up as their favorite Disney Princess! The movie will begin around 9pm or at dusk. Enjoy FREE popcorn and lemonade, with other snacks available for purchase.

90TH BIRTHDAY OPEN HOUSE—for Marguerite Griesdorn on Sunday, July 2nd at the Maria Stein Legion from 1pm to 4pm. Come wish Margie a

Happy Birthday. No gifts please!

DISHWASHER NEEDED—Marion Local Schools is seeking a Dishwasher for the high school cafeteria for 2.5 hours per day. If interested, please contact Cindy Moeder at moederc@marionlocal.org or contact the Central Office for an

application at 419-925-4294.

GOLF FOR KIDS SAKE—Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer, Auglaize and Van Wert Counties will be hosting their annual Golf for Kids Sake on Friday, July 14th at the Mercer County Elks. Registration includes a sack lunch, 18 holes of golf, golf cart, prizes, pork chop dinner, $10,000.00 hole in one prize, 50/50, silent auction and a chance to win a new club. Team registration is $300.00 or individual is $75.00. Call 419-584-2447 by July 7th to register.

CHICKEN DINNERS—The 301 Club Chicken Dinner sales pickup is Sunday,

July 9th from 11:00am to 12:30pm at the Marion Local High

School. Tickets can be purchased from any youth softball or pony league player, or by calling 419-733-3057. Cost is $7.00 per ticket. Thanks for your

contribution!

MARION LIBRARY—The Friends of the Library in collaboration with the Mercer County District Library recently donated funds to purchase new furniture for the library. This furniture, purchased from Innovative Office Solutions, was used to create adult and teen reading areas and also an early learning area. Please join us on Wednesday, July 12th from 6 to 8pm at the Zahn-Marion Twp. Branch Library in Chickasaw, for an open house to showcase these new

areas. Light refreshments will be served.

- Put on your construction hats for a "Build a Better World" family night on Tuesday, July 11th at 6:30pm at the Zahn-Marion Twp. Branch Library. All

ages welcome, no pre-registration is required. See you there!

CATHOLIC ADULT SINGLES CLUB—will be going the Conservatory/Supper in Ft. Wayne on Saturday, July 8th. For more information call 419-678-

8691.

THE CENTER FOR NEUROLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT—annual benefit weekend will be at the Wendelin Sports Club July 14th thru 17th. Everyone is welcome! Friday night—Mercer County Challenger Baseball Game at 7:00 (special needs children will play), Saturday – Poker Run followed by a hog roast and a drawing for a 2017 Harley Davidson Street Glide – for more info call Calvin at 419-852-6973. Sunday – Outdoor mass at 9:30 followed by the Walk for Courage, Thien Snipps, horseshoe tournament, bingo, and cake walk. Lunch stand open all day. Raffle drawing at 3:30. BBQ boneless pork loin dinners served from 4:00 to 6:00 - PRESALE ONLY – call 419-375-4562. Raffle tickets can be purchased at the Wendeln Sports Club or by calling 419-375-4741. Please

come to support the Center for Neurological Development!!

MERCER HEALTH WEIGHT MANAGEMENT TO HOST SPEAKER

ON WEIGHT LOSS AND GENTLE YOGA—you are invited to join the Mercer Health Weight Management Center for a free speaker event on Monday, July 10th, at 6:00pm at Mercer Health West Campus. Join Jenna Moody, Certified Gentle Yoga Instructor, as she explains and demonstrates the art of Gentle Yoga, as well as her own personal weight loss journey. Registration is required. To register or for more information about this program or other Weight Management Programs available at Mercer Health, contact the Weight Management Center at 419-678-8446.

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