Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

The courage to forgive

Reading I: Exodus 32:7–11, 13–14 (the golden calf)
Reading II: 1 Timothy 1:12–17 (Paul’s gratitude)
Gospel: Luke 15:1–32 (the prodigal son)

Key Passage: The servant replied, “Your brother has come, and your father has killed the fatted calf, because he has got him back safe and sound.” Then he became angry and refused to go in. His father came out and began to plead with him. (Luke 15:27–28)

Adult: When have you persistently sought after a member of your family who has lost his or her way?
Child: Have you ever felt you were not getting credit for your good works? What did you do?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)

Pope's Prayer Intentions for September:

Universal: Centrality of the Human Person
That each may contribute to the common good and to the building of a society that places the human person at the center.

Evangelization: Mission to Evangelize
That by participating in the Sacraments and meditating on Scripture, Christians may become more aware of their mission to evangelize.

Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

Discerning God’s will

Reading I: Wisdom 9:13–18a (Solomon’s prayer)
Reading II: Philemon 9b–10, 12–17 (plea for Onesimus)
Gospel: Luke 14:25–33 (sayings on discipleship)

Key Passage: For who can learn the counsel of God? Or who can discern what the Lord wills? For the reasoning of mortals is worthless, and our designs are likely to fail. (Wisdom 9:13–14)

Adult: How do you try to discover what God is asking of you?
Child: When is it hard for you to know the right thing to do? Who helps you know?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

Seeking humility

Reading I: Sirach 3:17–18, 20, 28–29 (humility)
Reading II: Hebrews 12:18–19, 22–24a (God the judge; Jesus the mediator)
Gospel: Luke 14:1, 7–14 (a lesson in humility)

Key Passage: Jesus said, “But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind. And you will be blessed, because they cannot repay you, for you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” (Luke 14:13–14)

Adult: Has the hunger for status and influence in the world around you endangered your life as a Christian?
Child: Does it make you a better person to be chosen first for a team or some other honor? Why or why not?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)

Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

The narrow door

Reading I: Isaiah 66:18–21 (gathering of the nations)
Reading II: Hebrews 12:5–7, 11–13 (the discipline of God)
Gospel: Luke 13:22–30 (the narrow door)

Key Passage: Jesus answered them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door; for many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able.” (Luke 13:24)

Adult: What daily choices are you making that will allow you to be recognized at the doorway of the reign of God?
Child: What good habits are you practicing in order to be a good Christian?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)

Membership Drive/ Steak Fry

The St Olaf Men's Club will have their annual Membership Drive/ Steak Fry on Tuesday September 13th. If you know other men in the parish who do not currently belong to the Men's Club, please invite them to join us at this social event. Social hour will start at 5:00 PM with dinner being served ( you cook your own steak ) around 6:00 PM. Cost for the event is $10.00 dues ( under 65 years old ) plus $10.00 for your steak dinner.

RSVP requested to :
Mark Brogelman 715-456-9005
Chuck Goethel 715-832-3794
Tom Schwartz at stfalo@att.net

Grandparents, Grandkids,
Good Deeds and a Great Time
Bowls will be decorated and given back to Feed My People to be used for the Empty Bowl Fundraiser. Bring $1 per person donation to help defray the cost of the painting materials.
Kids, 3+ years are invited but must be with a grandparent or a parent. Join the fun, be creative, all while helping families in our community who struggle with hunger.
No experience necessary. Supplies will be provided.

August 23, 2016
L.E. Phillips Senior Center
1616 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Call (715) 839-4909
to reserve your spot.