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FROM
THE
PASTOR'S DESK by
Father
Sandy McDonald
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Dear Parishioners,
Recently, we began to offer Spanish language
instruction weekly. It has raised the question for some about why we
not only do this but also offer Mass and other programs in Spanish within
our parish. Some question whether we are discouraging people from
learning English. I would like to reflect a little about this.
I think the experience of our country's waves of
immigration in the past shows that while the first generation struggles
and sometimes does not become bilingual, the second generation is
integrated fully. Unfortunately, until our country gets a more
coherent policy and practice in regard to immigration, I suspect that may
of the illegal immigrants in our midst will have little incentive to learn
English, given their "shadow" status in our economy and country.
People will invest in the language if they are given opportunity to be a
part of the dominant culture. Economics also drives learning the
dominant language. Should people be allowed to stay in the U.S., I
don't worry too much about their assimilation.
We have mass in Spanish for a number of reasons.
I hope someday it will not be necessary. But throughout its history,
the Catholic Church has always when possible reached out to immigrants -
think of all the national parishes in the Northeast and Midwest over the
last century-including having devotions and preaching in native tongues
(the mass itself, of course, was in Latin,.) People continue to pray
in their native language because prayer is such a matter of the heart.
And if we do not offer mass in Spanish to the first generation, other
churches are quite happy to fill the need. Needless to say, where
there are large numbers coming to our country who speak other languages,
the church tries to reach out to them as well.
Our religious education programs are entirely in
English for Hispanic children-they are integrated in with the rest of the
children. It goes to show that the second generation learns the
local language quickly. We do provide books that are bilingual,
however, so that the parents can follow along more easily with what their
children are studying.
It is a very complex issue. But the Bible
mandates that we welcome the stranger. The church finds itself with
millions of new people-however they arrived-who are Catholic and need
welcome and pastoral care. And the people who are arriving from all
over the world will inevitably bless our church with the richness of their
ways of being Catholic. Isn't that in the end what it means to be
"catholic," that is, universal?
Sincerely,
Fr. Sandy McDonald
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LITURGY TO GO …….
THE :SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD"
The Feast of the Ascension marks the elevation of Jesus into heaven by His
own power and in the presence of His disciples. This occurred on the
40th day after His Resurrection, thereby completing the work of our
redemption. The readings for this day suggest an emphasis on the
mission that flows from membership in the church, also known as "The Great
Commission." Our ancestors commemorated the significance of this
event as early as the 5th century with frescoes and diptychs, which were
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PICTURES FOR NEW DIRECTORY.
LAST CHANCE! There will be one make-up date for having
your picture taken for the new directory at St. Andrew's on May 1st, from
3-9 p.m. and at one date at St. Paul's, on May 2nd, from 3-9 p.m.
Sign-up sheets are in the gathering space at each church, or call Laura Towery at (770) 967-0400 if you want to sign up or if you need
to change your scheduled appointment. |
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CONVERSATIONS WITH FATHER SANDY are continuing. If you would like to be included in a drawing to attend a future
“Conversations With Fr. Sandy,” please fill out a form located in the pews
and place it in the collection basket. For more information, please contact
Brenda Skipp, 882-6366. |
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FLU SEASON IS UPON US
A Note on Health: At this time of year, we expect influenza to arrive
in our area. It is especially important to practice good hygiene so as to
minimize transmission of any of the ‘bugs” that make the rounds. Cough
into your sleeve rather than in the air or into your hand. Wash hands
frequently, using soap and warm water for 20-30 seconds. Flyers explaining
these practices have been posted in all of our churches since last flu
season. Be aware, too, that some who wish to avoid getting sick may be
hesitant to shake hands. We should assume when this happens that it is not
a matter of unfriendliness. Finally, if you are sick it is best to stay
home from Sunday Mass, and if you are present at Mass, it is best to not
take the precious blood. Thanks to all for being sensitive to one another. |
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WE NEED YOU! Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Ministry at St. Andrew’s and St. Paul’s is looking for parents,
college students, young adults, etc. to become a team member! Call Stacy
Smith at 653-9940 (St. Andrew’s) or Cathy McAlpine at 885-9390 (St.
Paul’s) with any questions; we’ll have a new training workshop soon!
Parents of young children (3-5) are especially invited to attend
Children’s Liturgy with their children and see if this is a ministry they
would like to participate in-it’s fun, rewarding, and you, as well as the
children, will be touched in many ways by God’s Word. If we have enough
teachers, each one may only need to commit to a Sunday every 4-6 weeks. If
we do not have enough teachers, the program will not continue. |
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ROSARY BEADS BROKEN? Leave them in St. Paul’s
office in the envelope supplied for free repairs. Office hours are 9-12
Monday – Friday. 882-8551 to check. |
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ARE YOU NEW TO ST. ANDREW’S? ST. PAUL’S? ST. FRANCIS?
Please take the time to register - we would like to welcome all newcomers. |
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OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILY MARIAN DEVOTION. Any
household is welcome to bring a statue a Our Lady of Fatima to their home
for a week at a time. An accompanying handbook of prayer will help guide
devotion. If you are interested, contact Theresa Fajardo at 864-886-8047
or by email tfajardo@hughes.net
and we will make arrangements for you to have this devotion in your home. |
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A Liturgical Note… NEW
LECTOR WORKSHOP COMING YOUR WAY! There will be a workshop on
Tuesday, April 29th, for parishioners who would like to train as lectors in
our three-church parish. It will be held at St. Paul's at 7:00 p.m. in
the church. You MUST register to attend by calling Bill Shea at
944-1566 or Paula at 654-1757. If you have a strong voice to proclaimn
God's Word and a love of God's Word, this workshop is for you!
Questions? Call Paula at 654-1757.
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The
Sacrament of Baptism takes place during the celebration of Sunday Liturgy.
Dates and churches are: April 26 @ 5:30 PM @ St. Paul’s - May 25 @ 10:00 AM
@ St. Andrew’s – June 22 @ 9:30 AM @ St. Paul’s – July 19 @ 5:30 PM @ St.
Paul’s and August 24 @ 10:00 AM @ St. Andrew’s. Please call Paula at the
church office (654-1757) for a baptismal packet and information. If this is
your first child you must also attend a baptismal preparation class: for
Spanish preparation call Sr. Joan Kobe (638-2984) or for English preparation
call Anne Eldridge @ 654-4159.
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DIVINE MERCY GIFT SHOP! Generous donation of
books: $1 each. Special purchase: Spanish bibles, price
reduced to $22; Sunday Missals: $4 each. First Communion,
Confirmation, Graduation and Baptism crosses in stock. First Communion
sets (prayer book, rosary and case, scapular, pin and case): limited
quantity. Personalized rosaries-choose color and names on beads.
Great mother and grandmother day gift. Gift
items can be ordered from our catalog. We are open 30 minutes before and
after each weekend Mass at St. Paul’s.
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ALTAR SERVERS: Classes will be held for
young people (5th grade or older) who would like to train as altar servers.
Please call the coordinators for this ministry, Bruce Herczogh (St.
Andrew’s) at 882-0199 or Maureen McLaughlin (St. Paul’s) at 985-0292 and let
them know you are interested. This important ministry is one way our young
men and women give service to our community and liturgy. The coordinators
will arrange for the training session times and dates. |
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ELDERLY NEED ASSISTANCE?
If you are one of our “Elder Members” in our parish, or you
know someone in need of transportation or other support, please call Maureen
Lesley at 639-4811. |
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FIRST FRIDAY
First Friday is May 2, 2008. Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament at St. Andrew’s is from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Please also remember the rosary is said after the 5:00 p.m. Mass on
Wednesdays.
Exposition during the day, and benediction will still take place just prior.
Adoration at St. Francis will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Please sign up for an hour to pray with Our Lord. Sign up sheets for St.
Francis are available at St. Paul’s and St. Francis. |
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Golden Corner Ministries - HOW YOU CAN HELP. In
order to continue this service, we need to broaden our support from the
community. Your help is greatly needed and appreciated. YOU CAN HELP BY:
donating money to Golden Corner Ministries, P.O. Box 456, Seneca SC 29679,
and by donating nonperishable foods - our major food needs are: boxed
cereal, peanut butter - 18 oz., fruit 15 oz. any kind; soups 15 oz. any
kind; canned tuna and chicken.
Food may be brought to our location at 11081 N. Radio Station Road in
Seneca. Food pickups may be scheduled by calling Richard Kulper at 882-3610. |
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WOULD YOU LIKE A NEW FRIEND FROM THE SOUTH CAROLINA
COASTAL AREA? The Upstate parishes in the South Carolina diocese are
being asked to volunteer to shelter families during hurricane evacuations.
Of course we hope this will never be necessary, but if it were, it would
be great if these folks knew they had a welcoming home to come to. We are
updating our list from a few years ago, so if you are still interested in
volunteering, or if this is your first opportunity to volunteer, please
contact Mary Sue Plague via email at
c-msplague@earthlink.net, or
by phone at 944-6888. The information we need is your name, address, phone
number, email address, how many people you can accommodate, is your home
handicapped accessible, and would you be able to invite pets. Thank you
for considering offering assistance to our fellow Christian families in
their time of need. |
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HAVE YOU ........
Have you moved and not told us? Are you new in the parish and not
registered? Are you moving out of the parish? If YOU qualify on any of
these questions, PLEASE call the office and let us know your whereabouts!!
You will save us time and postage.
Many thanks for your cooperation!!
P.S. New phone number? New email address? We'd like those,
too! |
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A Special Note: Many volunteers work weekly to
keep our churches ‘picked up’ and clean. They spend countless hours taking
care of plants/flowers, straightening items in the pews and gathering
spaces, and making sure that things are left neatly for the next Mass.
PLEASE! Do your part to keep our churches clean! Gum wrappers,
cigarette butts, half-eaten candy bars - these are just a few of the items
found in the plants, on the floors, or on the furniture. We need to be
aware that many people attend our churches, including many visitors, and
our churches and facilities should be welcoming in their environment.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. ALSO
..... If you have set up a table or display in
your church’s Gathering Space, PLEASE
remember to take your tables down and put them back where you found them!
Thank you!! |
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OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
CONVERSATION ON POVERTY IN THE UPSTATE. You
are invited to a conversation with Rev. Beth Templeton, former Director of
United Ministries in Greenville and currently Director of Our Eyes Were
Opened, on Monday, April 28 in St. Andrew's church from 7-8:00 pm.
Sponsored by the JustFaith Group.
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A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY AHS ARRIVED IN SENECA.
For $60, we can sponsor an elderly person or couple, for a WHOLE YEAR of
groceries! This is only possible because Golden Corners Food Bank's
connection with Golden Harvest. Think of it: 25 pounds of food
is given to this family every month for a year including staples and frozen
meats, for a cost of ONLY $60! Please consider participating in
this one-of-a-kind program to help those in our community who are elderly
and low income. Brochures are available in the gathering space, or
call Ruth Cushman at 654-1757, ext. 14.
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POST OFFICE FOOD DRIVE. The annual U.S. Post
Office food drive is May 10th. Many volunteers are needed to
unpack the thousands of pounds of canned goods that arrive, sort them into
boxes and then stack them on shelves. If you are willing to donate a
Saturday afternoon for this great opportunity to help others, please come to
the food bank on Radio Station Road (across from the doctors' complex), at
2:00 p.m. We also need trucks to transport the canned goods from the
post office to the food bank. If you have a pickup and can make the
time available on May 10th, please call Ann Smith at 647-2088 so we know how
many vehicles are available from our church. |
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FAMILY CONNECTIONS FAMILY
CONNECTIONS PLAYGROUP
We are expanding this wonderful ministry initiated by Desiree Werth and
Mandy McAtee to meet the needs of parents and preschoolers in our parish.
Along with playtime for 0-4 yr. olds, we would like to have a topic for each
meeting relating to motherhood, children and spirituality, and any other
topics that parents are interested in. Our gatherings will be
twice each month on Friday mornings. We really welcome your
voice in making this ministry a meaningful one for both parents and kids! Bring your children for some playtime, meet some
parish parents and share your ideas! Please contact Joni Smith
(653-4039) or Beckie Hylkema (888-8904) for more information and the date
and time of the next meeting! FAMILY CONNECTIONS
PLAYGROUP. contact Joni Smith at 653-4039 or
jbsmith27@bellsouth.net with
your suggestions for dates and events. |
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Expecting a baby soon? Congratulations to all the
families with new babies, and THANK YOU to all of the amazing people
who have made and brought them meals. If you would like to participate in
this wonderful ministry (either by receiving or making a meal,) please
contact Desireee Werth at 646-5433. |
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Please note! Due to
privacy laws, Oconee Memorial Hospital can no longer let us know when a
Catholic is hospitalized. If you want to have someone visited in the
hospital, you will have to call the office (654-1757) so we can let the
priests and EM’s to the Sick know so they can arrange for a visit. Many
thanks for your cooperation. |
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PARISH YOUTH CHOIRS……..
Children’s Choirs!!! will rehearse at regularly
scheduled times on April 23rd and 30th; the “Saints” @ 4:00 PM and the Junior
Choir @ 4:30 PM. They will sing at the 10:00 a.m. Mass next Sunday, May
4th. Call Paula @ 654-1757 ext. 15
for more information.
The Children's Choirs in our parish, “Little Saints” and
the “Junior Choir” rehearse on Wednesdays, from September to May.
"Little Saints"
rehearse 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., and "Junior Choir" 4:30 p.m. -
5:30 p.m. “Little Saints” is for children ages
4, 5 and 6 and “Junior Choir”
is for young people 2nd grade
through the 8th grade. Old members, new members, ALL
young people in the parish are joyfully invited to come together to praise
God, have fun, and make beautiful music together. Parents, encourage your
children to minister to each other and our parish by sharing their voices
with us … let us make a joyful noise unto the Lord!!! Call Paula at
654-1757, ext. 15 with any questions.
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DO YOU HAVE A CHILD, BROTHER, SISTER OR OTHER RELATIVE
SERVING IN THE MILITARY? IF SO, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE IN CLEMSON AND GIVE
US THEIR NAMES - WE WOULD LIKE TO LIST THEM IN THE BULLETIN AND ASK FOR
PRAYERS FOR THEIR SAFETY.
CALL JO ANN FIFE AT 654-1757 ext. 10 if you have a name you would like
listed or if there is a name that should be removed. IN THE
MILITARY:
1st. Lt. Mike Carr, in Afghanistan; 1st. Lt. Hilary Jensen, Corp. Ian
Karnes, Theodore Goslin, Charlie Park, Capt. Tanner Spry, Benjamin Wood, Spc.
Tyler Brooks, Robert A. Lupinski, Capt. Stephen K. Noel, and LCDR Chad
Piacenti in Iraq; Spencer Ivie in the Persian Gulf; Lt. Col. Timothy Hogan,
Amando Fellin, William T. Rigotti, Brian Gille, Jason and Kevin Capazzi,
Matt Ring, Edward Egan, Paul Thibodeaux, Kelly Beavers, Keith Charland, Hugo
Sanchez, Deitrich Thurston, Matthew Baker, Joshua M. Perry, Matthew and
Patrick Mills, S/Sgt. Michael Jason Auleta, Capt. Jason Randall Wendt, Ryan
Borem, Greg Toggweiler, Captain Stanley Thurston, Paul Daigle, Jeff Romig,
Scott McCreary and Captain Daryl Klenda, Major David Bennett, Tressa Kaehler,
Kevin Borem, 1st Lt. Erin Johnson Thomas, 1st Lt. Bo Thomas, Gary Brown, Jim
Schneider, Cory Breech, and Shawn Nichols. |
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JUST A REMINDER: parishioners or parish groups
who wish to use a church or one of the halls (Brimley, Papineau, Tierney)
for a special event, occasion, meeting, etc., need to call the Parish
office in Clemson (654-1757) AT LEAST 8
WEEKS IN ADVANCE and reserve the space on the main calendar.
All events must be entered on the main calendar to enable people,
organizations, etc., to know what is available and taking place in the
parish. If the date and/or time of your event
changes after it goes on the calendar, please call the church office about
that, too. IF YOUR EVENT IS A RECURRING
ONE (e.g., EVERY MONTH), YOU MUST STILL CALL THE OFFICE AND MAKE SURE IT
IS ON THE CALENDAR! |
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OUR DAILY REST HOMELESS SHELTER Spring Gala April 26,
2008 at the Ramada Inn, Clemson. Dance to the music of The Flashbacks.
Hor d’oeuvres and beer and wine bar included. Time: 6:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Cost: $150 (couple), $75 (single). Contact: Dan Wroblewski at 882-1301. |
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SAFE HARBOR II
Many thanks to all who have
inquired about making donations of shelter supplies, clothing and
household goods to Safe Harbor II. Clemson Community Care has generously
agreed to serve as a drop-off location for your donations during their
regular operating hours, Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
These are items particularly needed: paper towels, toilet tissue, facial
tissue, feminine hygiene products, diapers, used clothing in good condition
for women and children, new undergarments for women and children, household
and kitchen items, linens and small appliances. As you would expect, cash donations are always acceptable. Mark your check
payable to Safe Harbor, Inc. (note “Safe Harbor II” in the memo line) and
mail it to Safe Harbor, Inc. PO Box 174, Greenville, SC 29602.
Bi-Lo shoppers can have donations to Safe Harbor made, based on the
amount of purchase and using a Bonus Card, at no cost to you. We have
enrollment forms available in the office and in the foyer. It is a bar code
- with instructions on signing up and is a painless way to help a very
worthy cause.
Safe Harbor needs volunteers. The most pressing needs are
babysitters to stay with children in the early evening while mothers are in
counseling or self-improvement classes and women who could talk to them
about Life Skills – basics such as how to keep house, cleaning, organizing
work, basics of cooking and planning meals and how to handle money -
budgeting, how to open a checking and savings accounts, etc. To be a
volunteer you have to fill out an application and take a training course.
Call Carol Wiley at 653-4549 or
cnnwiley@hotmail.com. |
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Volunteer Opportunities at Safe Harbor II, a
shelter for victims of domestic violence, include the following: Crisis
Line Advocate, Children’s Advocate, Clerical Support Advocate, Emergency
Room Advocate, Legal / Transportation Advocate, and Speakers’ Bureau /
Community Outreach Advocate. These opportunities are varied – with
volunteers needed weekdays, weeknights, and weekends. To work alone
volunteers must be 17 years old. Those under 17 must be supervised by an
authorized adult volunteer. Volunteers are screened and must complete Safe
Harbor Basic Volunteer Training. For more information, contact Sheila at
654-8152 or
hogan_family@bellsouth.net. |
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HOME BOUND MISSIONS - Home Bound Missions (HBM)
is an all volunteer organization whose mission is to feed the home bound
elderly and disabled, as well as those who are facing hardship in
Pickens/Oconee Counties. We serve those who may otherwise go hungry
without our weekend meal delivery. HBM prepares and delivers more than 180
hot meals every Saturday. If you can share 1 or 2 hours of your
time, only once a month to help with this important service, please
contact us: Lucius Uldrick, Dir. 885-1824 or Colleen Tate, Co-Director
882-2305. HBM is a non-profit charity funded by donations from local
businesses, churches and individuals. Donations may be sent to: Home Bound
Missions, PO Box 1365, Seneca, SC, 29676. We operate from the Our Daily
Bread facility in downtown Seneca. |
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Need helpers? If you
need reliable, hard workers for yard or housework, call Sr. Joan at
638-2984. She has a list of dependable helpers, ready and willing.
PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE ON HER VOICE MAIL IF SHE IS NOT AVAILABLE!
You can also call Pablo Galindo at 882-6882 if you need help with yard work. |
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COLUMBARIUM
Columbarium Benches
Two small park benches have been installed in the Parish Columbarium at
St. Paul’s, one at each end of Wall #1. These benches are for the use of
family and friends when they visit the Columbarium.
The benches will help determine the size, style, location, appearance etc.
for more permanent benches. Although sturdy, they will eventually be
replaced with a more substantial model, based on what is learned from
these.
Please respect the people interred in the Columbarium, and do not use the
benches except for visitation purposes.
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COLUMBARIUM REMEMBRANCE ARCHIVE
One of the unique features of our Parish Columbarium is the Remembrance
Archive - a computer dedicated to preserving and viewing information about
the people interred in the Columbarium or commemorated on a Memorial.
Any information regarding the person(s) can be placed in the files -
photographs, genealogy, biography, etc. Putting information in is simple -
just bring photos or documents to the office, where they will be scanned
and all originals returned. Long after the original paper copies are
deteriorated or lost, they will be available for viewing by current and
future generations.
Parishioners who have licensed a niche for the future may submit any
information at any time. The information need not be “complete” - more can
be added at any time in the future. The files will not be available for
general viewing until after a person is deceased. For more information or
ideas on contents, contact Jo Ann Fife 654-1757, ext. 10. |
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY-RESTAURANT NIGHT-PANCHO’S
MEXICAN RESTAURANT. Every Monday
night through May 19, 2008, when dining at Pancho’s Restaurant in downtown
Central, please tell the cashier you would like a percentage of your bill
to go to the American Cancer Society. Everyone dining may participate, but
you must tell the cashier. Maria and Pancho want to thank everyone who
participates because money donated will go to help the “SAINTS A WALKING”
relay for Life Team from St. Andrews-We Walk for the Cure.” |
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Reconciliation, Religious
Education/Formation, Campus Ministry, and Rosary Group, here’s what else is happening in our community the week of |
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APRIL 20 - APRIL 27, 2008
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Sunday |
After Masses |
Relay For Life Luminaries on sale |
St. Andrew's |
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11:00 a.m. |
Spring Home Tour benefiting CCDC |
Clemson |
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3:00 p.m. |
Festival of Music Benefit Concert benefiting CCC |
Brooks Center, CU |
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5:30 p.m. |
High School Youth Night |
St. Andrew's |
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Monday |
7:00 p.m. |
City of Seneca Community Meeting |
St. Paul's |
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Tuesday |
10:00 a.m. |
Morning Prayer |
St. Paul's |
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10:15 a.m. |
US Adult Catechism Class |
St. Paul's |
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6:15 p.m. |
Students Dinner |
St. Andrew's |
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Wednesday |
4:00 p.m. |
Little Saints Choir |
St. Andrew's |
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4:30 p.m. |
Junior Choir |
St. Andrew's |
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5:30 p.m. |
St. Paul's Adult Choir |
St. Paul's |
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5:30 p.m. |
Generations of Faith |
St. Paul's |
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7:00 p.m. |
Small Christian Community |
St. Paul's |
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7:30 p.m. |
St. Andrew's Adult Choir |
St. Andrew's |
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Thursday |
9:00 a.m. |
Spanish Class |
St. Paul's |
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10:00 a.m. |
Morning Prayer |
St. Paul's |
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2:00 p.m. |
Bible Study |
St. Francis |
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7:00 p.m. |
Social Justice Meeting |
St. Paul's |
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Friday |
5:30 p.m. |
K of C Fish Fry |
K of C Council Hall |
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Saturday |
6:30 p.m. |
Our Daily Rest Homeless Shelter Spring Gala |
Ramada Inn, Clemson |
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Sunday |
All Masses |
Catholic Home Mission annual appeal |
All churches |
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1:00 p.m. |
Girl Scouts Fashion Show |
St. Paul's |
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5:30 p.m. |
High School Youth Night |
St. Andrew's |
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APRIL 27 - MAY 4, 2008
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Sunday |
All Masses |
Catholic Home Mission annual appeal |
All churches |
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1:00 p.m. |
Girl Scouts Fashion Show |
St. Paul's |
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5:30 p.m. |
High School Youth Night |
St. Andrew's |
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Monday |
9:00 a.m. |
Quilters |
St. Francis |
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7:00 p.m. |
City of Seneca Community Meeting |
St. Paul's |
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7:00 p.m. |
Conversation on Poverty in the Upstate (JustFaith) |
St. Andrew's |
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Tuesday |
10:00 a.m. |
Morning Prayer |
St. Paul's |
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10:15 a.m. |
US Adult Catechism Class |
St. Paul's |
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6:15 p.m. |
Students Dinner |
St. Andrew's |
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7:00 p.m. |
New Lector Workshop |
St. Paul's |
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Wednesday |
4:00 p.m. |
Little Saints Choir |
St. Andrew's |
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4:30 p.m. |
Junior Choir |
St. Andrew's |
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5:30 p.m. |
St. Paul's Adult Choir |
St. Paul's |
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7:30 p.m. |
St. Andrew's Adult Choir |
St.
Andrew's |
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Thursday |
9:00 a.m. |
Spanish Class |
St. Paul's |
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10:00 a.m. |
Morning Prayer |
St. Paul's |
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2:00 p.m. |
Bible Study |
St. Francis |
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3:00 p.m. |
Pictures taken for new directory |
St. Andrew's |
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6:30 p.m. |
First Communion practice |
St. Paul's |
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Friday |
9:00 a.m. |
First Friday Adoration |
St. Andrew's |
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10:00 a.m. |
First Friday Adoration |
St. Francis |
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3:00 p.m. |
Pictures taken for new directory |
St. Paul's |
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7:00 p.m. |
Relay For Life |
Pendleton High track |
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Saturday |
10:00 a.m. |
First Communion |
St. Paul's |
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Sunday |
3:00 p.m. |
Foothills Chorale "Music From the Heart" concert |
Brooks Center, CU |
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5:30 p.m. |
High School Youth Night |
St. Andrew's |
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ANOINTING OF THE SICK |
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Please join us at regular
intervals during the year for a public Anointing of the Sick. Anyone who
sees a hospital visit as a likely possibility in their near future is
welcome to call one of the priests to make arrangements for a home visit.
We have a wonderful team of lay men and women who also bring Holy
Communion to the homebound regularly. If you or a family member would like
a visit and Communion, please contact either one of the priests through
the Parish Office in Clemson (654-1757) or
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Small Christian
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There are a number of
Small Christian Communities throughout our three-church
community. These groups meet at a variety of locations and times
throughout the week to study and discuss the Sunday scriptures, support
one another and share prayer. If you would like to join a Small
Christian Community, please call Jane Myers at 654-1757.
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Other News
2-1-1 DEBUTS IN PICKENS COUNTY! Most people know
that 9-1-1 is the phone number to call for police, fire or medical
emergencies, but do you know about 2-1-1? 2-1-1 is ... an easy-to-remember
phone number that connects people with important community services and
volunteer opportunities ... a free, confidential, information and referral
service for health and human services in your community ... available 24
hours per day, 7 days per week, with multi-lingual capabilities ... can be
accessed online at www.sc211.org. 2-1-1
is sponsored by the United Way of Pickens County.
Catholic Charities will have FREE CITIZENSHIP
CLASSES every Thursday for those planning to take the USCIS
test for naturalization. Classes start Feb. 21, 2008 from
10:30-11:30 AM in the Gallivan Center for Catholic Social Ministry at
204-A Douthit Street, Greenville, SC 29601. For more info or to sign up,
call Mendi Drayton at 864-242-2233 x204.
CLASES DE CIUDADANIA. Caridades Católicas estará
ofreciendo clases GRATIS para todos aquellos que necesiten tomar el
examen de ciudadanía con el Servicio de Inmigración. Las clases comienzan
el 21 de Febrero, 2008, de 10:30 a 11:30 AM, y serán en las oficinas
de Caridades Católicas en el 204-A Douthit Street, Greenville, SC 29601.
Para preguntas o registrarse, favor llamar a la abogada de Inmigración
Mendi Drayton al 864-242 2233 extensión 204. De acuerdo con el interés,
abriremos más clases en otros horarios.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP FOR MEN IN ANDERSON, OCONEE & PICKENS
COUNTIES. The Alzheimer’s Association is looking into the possibility
of forming a Men’s support program in Anderson that would be open to
anyone interested in attending. The meetings may begin with gathering
every other month at Boulevard Baptist in Anderson at lunch time for an
hour (with a meal provided.) Sitters-through a home care agency-can be
paid for. We would like to invite men who currently have a spouse or other
female relative at home or in facility care, and also men who have lost a
loved one who could assist by sharing their care experiences. The meeting
date will be determined. For more information, call Gail Marion at
864-224-3045 or 1-800-273-2555.
HUNGRY FOR GOD? BE TOUCHED. A Life in the
Spirit Seminar is being offered at Ascension Episcopal Church in
Seneca by Mary Moosbrugger and Kathleen Kojis on the five Tuesdays of
April: April 1-29, 2008. There will be a potluck dinner at 5:30 PM
each Tuesday evening, followed by praise and worship music and teachings
about “Baptism in the Spirit,” mentioned throughout Acts of the Apostles.
The knowledge is cumulative, so we ask that you commit to coming for the
entire 5 sessions. Fliers are available in the gathering space. To
register, call Kathleen Kojis at 944-6141 or Mary Moosbrugger at 944-8965
or mcmoos@charter.net.
RETIRED TEACHER VOLUNTEER TO FACILITATE A CITIZENSHIP CLASS, for Catholic
Charities, one night a week, at the Gallivan Center. CC will provide the class
materials. The teacher is welcome to add desired materials to the curriculum.
Background or interest in history and government helpful but not required.
Please contact Mary Ann Turner at 242-2233, ext. 210.
PHYSICIANS, RETIRED OR ACTIVE, desperately needed to volunteer two to
four hours a month at Rosa Clark Free Medical Clinic, Seneca, SC. Insurance
provided. We have many people who need to be seen as soon as possible. In
addition, we are in need of specialty physicians willing to see one referral
patient a month. If you feel that you can help, please contact Vicki Thompson,
Administrative Director, at 882-4629.
VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS NEEDED. The Tribble
Center Gift & Thrift Store at 135 Bountyland Road in Seneca is requesting
volunteers and donations of any kind. This non-profit service organization
helps support the human services provided to people with developmental
disabilities and special needs in Oconee County. Call Ellen Stumpf at
886-4245 (store) or 903-2890 for more information.
OMH HOSPICE OF THE FOOTHILLS COUNSELING SERIES.
OMH-Hospice of the Foothills is offering a series of counseling sessions
that includes general bereavement support groups, a bereaved parents
support group, an early infant and pregnancy loss support group, children
and adolescent support groups and camp, a caregivers support group and a
holiday educational series for the bereaved. Call the Hospice office at
882-8940 for more information or to register.
GOLDEN CORNER FOOD BANK. With the CAT buses, many people with no
access to transportation can now get to the food bank. And plant closings
mean more clients. This means more food is needed. Thank you for your
generous donations and keep it up. But besides food, cash is a most
wonderful idea to help pay the bills, an | |
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