Catholic Charities Sunday 2010
Sunday, Sept. 12th is Catholic Charities Sunday. Last year Catholic Charities Hawaii helped 41,014 people with a hand up, not a handout. Thirty programs Statewide offered help to people of all faiths and cultures, especially those with the greatest need.
Catholic Charities Hawaii programs address:
- child abuse and neglect
- homelessness
- children’s emotional and behavioral problems
- unplanned pregnancy
- adult violence and abuse
- difficulties encountered by immigrants and refugees
- difficulties adjusting to life’s challenges
- sustaining independent living for seniors and persons with developmental disabilities
St. Michael’s parishioners and Catholic Charities Hawaii Advisory Board Members, Kathy Leopoldino, Jack Ferguson, and Shirley David will be speaking before the Masses this weekend. They will ask you to work with them in supporting the social mission of the Church by making a monetary money donation to Catholic Charities Hawaii. Special envelopes are included in the bulletin this week and available at Church entrances.
Fr. Lio Goes to Rome
After 18 years as an ordained priest, Fr. Lio, having received a personal gift from friends, will visit Rome for the first time. He will leave Kona on October 10th and join Msgr. Fran Cilia in the Eternal City. Luckily Fr. Fran has been to Rome many, many times and can show Fr. Lio the Vatican, other sacred places and the ruins that attract pilgrims to Rome. Many in our congregation have been there and know the thrill of being in St. Peter’s Square when the Holy Father gives his blessing.
Since Fr. Lio travels alternately among the Masses at St. Michael’s and the mission Churches, this message will allow everyone an opportunity to say “Bon Voyage” and Godspeed. —The Pastoral Council
Preparation for Christmas Quilts & Crafts Bazaar
On two separate weekends around Thanksgiving, St. Michael’s Quilt Group “Holy Kapa” will be holding our annual Bazaar. If you have any craft/quilt items you’d like to make or donate to this sale, they would be most appreciated. We hope this notice will give you enough time to work on the items you wish to donate. Items should be new and unused. Last year our Bazaar was a great success. Can we do it again? All profits will be donated to the parish Building Fund. Thank you! Wilhelmina van den Boom, Chairwoman
One ‘Ohana for 2010—2011
In September, St. Michael’s will begin the second year of Whole-Community Catechesis as its foundation for Religious Education. We call R.E. our One ‘Ohana. One ‘Ohana is an innovative approach to faith formation and admittedly, all new things have growing pains. Over the summer, we have had time to iron out the wrinkles and employ many of your suggestions.
- One ‘Ohana moves us from a focus on children-only Religious Education by implementing lifelong faith formation for all ages and all generations, including, and especially adults
- Assists parents, grandparents, aunties, etc. to learn how to carry out their roles as primary educators of the Faith for our young
- Changes the practice of catechesis as a “separate” Sunday morning program to a more collaborative program that involves all the parish ministries in faith formation and views catechesis in its connection with liturgy, Sacraments, the Church year, justice and service, and prayer
- Moves beyond the “textbook” as the way of teaching faith formation by tapping into events of the Church year
- Provides home kits for use in the home between sessions
One ‘Ohana for this year will focus on The Creed. We will begin on Sept. 26th. The first topic will be I Believe in the Holy Catholic Church. There will be a total of six One ‘Ohana Sundays this year. One ‘Ohana will begin at noon with registration and lunch. A revised calendar will be distributed to enable parents to mark their family calendars for the year.
Registration for One ‘Ohana
Registration for Religious Education (One ‘Ohana) will take place after each Mass outside the tent on Sundays—Sept. 5th / 12th / and 19th. If you prefer, you may fill out the form on the website here: http://onecatholicohana.org/one-ohana/register-for-one-ohana.html
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
It’s not too late to inquire about the Catholic Faith. Come and see, or call and ask. There is a place for everyone in the North Kona Catholic Community. It might be your spouse, neighbor, or friend who just wants to know what the Catholic Church is all about. In the end, they may or may not choose to join. If you know someone like this, call the office and we can arrange to meet: 326-7771.
RCIA For Children
In September, Zola Ingram will begin inquiry for unbaptized children over the age of 7 years. If you have children who fall into this category, please leave your name and number in the parish office.
First Holy Communion and Confirmation
What do I do if my child is preparing for First Holy Communion or Confirmation?
- The reception of each of these Sacraments requires two years of preparation.
- In order to prepare for First Holy Communion, all First Graders (First Communion in 2012) must attend all six One ‘Ohana sessions this year with a parent or an adult.
- Those who will receive First Holy Communion in 2011 must attend all One ‘Ohana Sundays, attend a scheduled meeting of parents and children with Fr. Lio and their Catechist, and must attend the eight mandatory sessions for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
- All First-Year Confirmation candidates will attend all six One ‘Ohana sessions. They will attend a Retreat and three mandatory meetings with their Catechist and Sponsors.
- Second-Year Confirmation candidates will attend all One ‘Ohana sessions, a Retreat and three mandatory sessions with their parents and Sponsors.
Spanish Classes
For those people who registered to take Spanish Class with Mr. Sánchez, the classes will begin Thurs., Sept. 9th at 4pm in the conference room (Luika Kaumaka Rm) at St. Michael’s. Classes will then be every Monday and Thursday at 4pm.
Youth Group Meets!
Our Youth Group has continued to meet, sharing fellowship, food, and fun!! Last week Friday, following an ono and diverse hot dinner prepared by our parents, Larry Villados of the Office for Social Ministry, who also sings with our St. Michael’s Choir, helped us continue on our theme of “Service In Our Community.” He talked to us about his work with the homeless and the issue of homelessness in general here in our Kona community. This eye-opening and informative talk-story session gave our Youth ideas on how we can take action and to be positive influences in our town. Check out what we have planned:
- Sept. 17th—Potluck dinner followed by Street Outreach - passing out “care bags” to the homeless around Alii Dr.
- Sept. 30th—In collaboration with the group that feeds the homeless, our Youth will serve hot meals to the homeless at St. Michael’s at 5pm; Outreach & Banana Split Fun (in place for Friday, Oct.1st).
- Oct. 15th—Potluck dinner, preparing for Advent (signing to music) and Activity.
North Kona Catholic Community’s Youth Group continues to meet every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at St. Michael’s Gift Shop tent. If you’re in Grades 6th through 12th, please join us! This is just for you! The plan is to have a good time.
Huli-Huli Chicken Sale
Enjoy a Huli-Huli Chicken Lunch and help a good cause! On Sunday, Sept. 12th, the Knights of Columbus will be serving lunch (or take-out if you prefer) and the proceeds will benefit the various charities they support. You may buy your reservation tickets today after each Mass at $8.00 per ticket. Bring your family and friends and let us enjoy a delicious lunch together!
National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind—Voice of the Nation’s Blind—now offer meetings locally, creating ideas and inspiration for the visually-impaired and those with low vision. Scheduled meetings are held one Tuesday/mo. at the Regency at Hualalai in the Chapel (4th Floor), on Oct. 12th; Nov. 9th. The address is: 75-181 Hualalai Rd. Contact Sylvia Abernathy at 989-9299 to RSVP. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Please Note! The parish office has information on the Hawaii State Library For the Blind and Physically Handicapped. They have some great programs, including a “talk-ing books” program which makes unabridged books and magazines available via special tape and DVD formats. See their webpage for their monthly newsletter and for digital versions of their registration forms: www.librarieshawaii.org/locations/oahu/lbph.htm. Their staff is very knowledgeable and patient—and there’s no charge!
The Catholic University of America
Reason. Faith. Service. This weekend we will take up a special collection for The Catholic University of America. Your gifts supports the National University of the Catholic Church in America, and also can provide direct financial aid to students in our Diocese. High School Seniors recommended to Catholic University by their Pastors automatically qualify for a $3,000 annually renewable Parish Scholarship. For admission information, visit their website at www.cua.edu. Envelopes have again been inserted in the bulletins.
Catholic Engaged Encounter
The next Catholic Engaged Encounter weekend will be held in Hilo on Sept. 10th—12th (Fri thru Sun) for couples preparing for marriage. The next weekend dates after that will be Feb. or March 2011. For information, contact Fred or Patty Basilio at 961-2442 in Hilo. Couples can register online at www.hawaiicee.org.
St. Peter Claver—September 9th
Nearly two hundred years before the Declaration of Independence proclaimed “that all men are created equal,” two hundred fifty years before the Emancipation Proclamation mandated an end to slavery, three hundred fifty years before Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream,” and four hundred years before the election of an American President boasting African heritage, Peter Claver left his native Spain behind to volunteer for the Jesuit missions in Colombia.
There, he was horrified both by slavery as an institution and by the inhuman brutality inflicted upon the slaves. He solemnly vowed to become “the slave of the slaves,” and lived that vow heroically for close to forty years. Not knowing their language, Peter began his ministry among the slaves by using the universal language of practical charity, providing medical care and a tangible though wordless assertion of their human dignity: “We spoke to them not with words but with our hands, kneeling beside them, bathing their faces and bodies, encouraging them with friendly gestures” (see Liturgy of the Hours, Volume 4, page 2018). Then came evangelization and baptism. Holiness as human wholeness: Peter Cla-ver’s enduring witness. —Peter Scagnelli, © Copyright, J.S. Paluch Co.
Gospel Point: Jesus bluntly challenges the crowd to take up the demands of discipleship with eyes wide open. Disciples must put Jesus ahead of their families and even their own lives, carry their cross, and renounce all they have. Why would anyone make such a choice? Because Jesus has shown us by His own choices that this is the only way to the fullness of life. Discipleship constantly demands of us radical and calculated choices. —Living Liturgy ‘10
Stewardship Report: Weekend of August 28—29
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# of Attendees |
Total Contributions |
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St. Michael’s |
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Saturday 5pm |
149 |
$1,164.00 |
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Sunday 7am |
226 |
$1,240.00 |
|
Sunday 9am |
233 |
$1,987.00 |
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Sunday 11am |
156 |
$894.00 |
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Sunday 4pm |
96 |
$587.00 |
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Sunday 6pm |
204 |
$415.00 |
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Immac Concept’n |
54 |
$460.00 |
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Holy Rosary |
60 |
$394.00 |
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Building Fund* |
*Excludes pledges |
$788.00 |
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Totals = |
1,188 |
$7,976.00 |
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