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Encyclical Letter of the Supreme Pontiff Benedict XVI to the Bishops, Priests and Deacons, Men and Women Religious, the Lay Faithful and all people of good will on integral human development in charity and truth.
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FRISBEE AND PIZZA AND WHIP CREAM WARS!
Thursday, July 9
6:00pm Youth Room/Parish Grounds
Incoming 7th graders through outgoing seniors in high school are invited to a night of Ultimate Frisbee, Pizza, Friendship, and "Whip Cream Wars ala Whitney."
6:00PM ULTIMATE FRISBEE...DINNER 7:00PM...
WHIP CREAM WARS 7:30PM...CLOSE THE NIGHT 8:15PM.
What to bring: 2 bucks for pizza, a friend or two, maybe even a nemesis (whip cream wars are great therapy for relationships) and ONE can of whipping cream.
RELATIVISM:
Facing the Greatest Problem of Our Time
Friday, July 10
6:00am Marian Hall
All men of the parish are invited to this special morning presentation by Chris Stefanick, Director of Youth, Young Adult and Campus Ministry for the Archdiocese of Denver.
In his talk Chris spells out what relativism is in simple language, unveils its devastating effects on the world, and equips you to (charitably) rip it apart in three easy steps…and most importantly how not to fall into it yourself. He also spells out why being "close minded" doesn't make you "closed hearted". He looks at this topic with insights into our family and children.
A light continental breakfast will be served.
Sponsored by That Man is You!
FAMILY CAMPING TRIP
Tuesday - Thursday, July 14 - July 16
Molly Brown Campground near Leadville
Any one willing to "rough it" for a few days of camping is invited to come explore the woods and God’s Creation with the youth group. Marshmallow roasts, star gazing, and topping a fourteener (this time we promise not to lose anybody) are all on the agenda as well as some awesome prayer and time to just be with family.
Molly Brown Campground Registration
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 13 - July 17
Ages 4 - 10
Registration Form
COUPLES BY CANDLELIGHT
Friday, July 17
7:00pm-9:00pm
St. Thomas More - The Padre
Couples by candlelight is a fun evening of fellowship and marriage enrichment for engaged and married couples. Greg and Julie Alexander of The Alexander House will share stories of their work with couples across the world. Childcare available.
Space is limited. Contact Mindy Dalton at Daltonkids6@msn.com or 303-840-2772 to RSVP.
K OF C GOLF TOURNAMENT
Saturday, July 25
First tee time at 10:00am
The Links Golf Course - Highlands Ranch
The Knights of Columbus are hosting their 40th annual four-person scramble golf tournament. Lots of prizes and a free lunch! Register by Saturday, July 17, 2009.
ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC
Sunday, August 9
1:30pm-6:30pm
Parish Grounds
Food! Games! Music! Fun!
Picnic volunteers needed
Contact Tom Chapman at 720-283-4733 or tchapman@stmarylittleton.org
ENGAGED WEEKEND
Friday-Saturday, August 14-16, 2009
Engaged Couples who are planning a wedding with us here at Saint Mary Parish are required to attend a retreat weekend with us for your preparation. The second of three opportunities a year is coming August 14-16, 2009. If you are planning a 2009 wedding and haven't yet attended, this date is for you. The majority of the weekend is hosted here on Saint Mary Parish campus and does not include overnights. No extra cost is involved for the weekend other than your obligation to the diocese. Contact Camille at 720-283-4732 or cmassing@stmarylittleton.org to learn more.
Remember, the Archdiocese of Denver requires at least 8 months preparing before your desired date.
Save the Date:
HARVEST FESTVAL
Sunday, September 20
Parish Grounds
Take a step back in time at the St. Mary's Harvest Festival. This event welcomes all parish members, school families and school and parish alumni. We will have entertainment for all ages, food and drinks. Please save the date and spread the word especially to alumni.
Please contact our coordinators at harvestfestival2009@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer, sponsor a booth or add an address of a family member or friend to our database for future mailings. We hope you can join us for this amazing event in honor of our parish and school!
Stay tuned for more details!
POPE BENEDICT XVI PRAYER INTENTIONS
JULY 2009
General:
Christians in the Middle East. That Christians in the Middle East may live their faith in complete freedom and become instruments of reconciliation and peace.
Mission:
Humanity Reconciled. Through the witness of the faithful, may the Church be the seed and soil of a humanity reconciled to be God's one true family on earth.
QUICK LINKS
HIGHLIGHTS
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July 2009
- -Wed, July 8
- 6:30pm Choir Practice Church
- -Thu, July 9
- 6:00pm Youth Group Games Youth Room
- -Fri, July 10
- 6:00am "Relativism" Talk Marian Hall
- -Sun, July 12
- 5:00pm Youth Mass Church
- Parish Potluck
- 6:15pm Parish Potluck Marian Hall
- -Mon, July 13
- 6:00pm Rosary - That Man is You!
Pastoral Center - 7:00pm IHM Rosary and Prayers
Pastoral Center - -Mon-Fri, July 13-17
- 9:00am-12:00pm VBS Parish Grounds
- -Tue-Thu, July 14-16
- Parish Camping Trip Leadville
- -Tue, July 14
- 7:00pm Baptism Class
Pastoral Center - -Wed, July 15
- 6:30pm Choir Practice Church
- -Sun, July 19
- 5:00pm Youth Mass Church
- (No youth group)
- -Mon, July 20
- 6:00pm Rosary - That Man is You!
Pastoral Center - 7:00pm IHM Rosary and Prayers
Pastoral Center - -Wed, July 22
- 6:30pm Choir Practice Church
REFLECTION
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 12, 2009
Sometimes, it feels as if we live in a world of contradictions. Take traveling for example; the Boy Scout in us tells us to be prepared. This means packing for nearly every imaginable weather scenario from blizzards to sandstorms. But the practical person within us knows that the lighter we travel, the easier a time we will have of it. This is especially true if we're flying; between extra costs for extra bags and long lines at baggage pickup, we're better off with just a small carry-on containing the bare essentials. And really, don't we only need the essentials?
In today's Gospel, Jesus has gathered his Twelve Apostles together and is preparing to send them out to heal those afflicted with unclean spirits. He instructs them to carry nothing, only a walking stick, their sandals and a single tunic. He assures them their needs will be satisfied. Those who listen to their preaching will help them; but should their preaching be ignored, they can quickly and efficiently move on to the next person. In this lesson, we learn to rid ourselves of the excess baggage in our lives, freeing us to seek a closer relationship with God.
Jesus did not instruct his disciples to preach to any one type of person, he only gave them the power to cleanse the spirit. In other words, he sent them out to free the people of the burdens of sin and make them able to accept the many and diverse gifts of God (CCC 814). Each day, we are given a wonderful opportunity to cast off the burdens and the excesses of every day life-shake the dust from our sandals-to make room for the gifts of God. And with these gifts, we are also given the responsibility of sharing their beauty with all those who would listen.
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