Papal Intentions for October

GENERAL: That those feeling so crushed by life that they wish to end it may sense the nearness of God’s love. MISSION: That the celebration of World Mission Day may help all Christians realize that we are not only receivers but proclaimers of God’s Word.

Week of September 30 - October 6

Tuesday, October 1: Women's Spirituality Group, 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM in the Gathering Space; Wednesday, October 2: Religious Education; Grades1-7, 6:15 to 7:30; Grade 9, 6:00 to 7:30; Grade 8 small faith groups are scheduled to meet this week; Eucharistic Minister Training in the church, 6:30 PM; Thursday, October 3: Men's Spirituality Group, 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM in the Parish Center; The Bible and the Virgin Mary, 6:00 PM in the Conference Room; Friday, October 4: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 9:00 AM until Noon, Benediction at noon; St. Olaf Men's Club All You Can Eat Fish Fry, serving 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Parish Center

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

The rich and the poor Reading I: Amos 6:1a, 4–7 (third woe) Reading II: 1 Timothy 6:11–16 (the good fight of faith) Gospel: Luke 16:19–31 (the rich man and Lazarus) Key Passage: There was a rich man and at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who longed to satisfy his hunger with what fell from the rich man’s table. (Luke 16:19–21) Adult: What are the “rewards” of caring for the needs of the poor? Child: What is one thing you and your family could do this week to help those who are poor or sick?

Week of September 23-29

Tuesday, September 24: Women's Spirituality Group, 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM in the Gathering Space; Wednesday, September 25: Religious Education begins with a family Mass at 6:15 followed by classroom visitation; Thursday, September 26: Men's Spirituality Group begins a program called "That Man is You", 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM in the Gathering Space; The Bible and the Virgin Mary, 6:00 PM in the Conference Room

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

The value of honesty: Reading I: Amos 8:4–7 (against greed); Reading II: 1 Timothy 2:1–8 (conduct of men and women); Gospel: Luke 16:1–13 (the dishonest steward); Key Passage: Whoever is faithful in a very little is faithful also in much; and whoever is dishonest in a very little is dishonest also in much. (Luke 16:10); Adult: Can cheating and deception ever be justified?; Child: If someone treats you unfairly, do you have the right to do the same to them?

Denver Archbishop Asks Faithful to Pray for Flood Victims

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila is asking the faithful to pray for those affected by the extensive flash flooding and heavy rains that hit northern Colorado. Upon learning of the death of several persons, the Archbishop stated “I am praying for the souls of those victims, for their families and all people who are being affected by the flooding. I ask all people of good will to join me in prayer. Through the local parishes in the affected areas, Catholic Charities stands ready to assist those in need." The pictures are of Canyon Mouth before and after.

Week of September 16-22

Tuesday, September 17: Women's Spirituality Group, 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM in the gathering space; Healing Mass, 10:30 AM; Small Faith Group Leader Meeting, 6:30 PM in meeting room 2; Wednesday, September 18: Catechest Potluck/Meeting, 6:00 PM in the Gathering Space; Prayer Shawl Ministry Informational Meeting 6:30 PM in the conference room; Thursday, September 19: Men's Spirituality Group, 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM in the gathering space; Small Faith Group Faith Leader Training, 6:30 PM in meeting room 2