Announcements

Week of May 11, 2008 at St. Francis.

BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - Studying St. Matthew.  Meets on Wednesday at 7:00 am in Myrick Hall (after 6:30 am Mass).  Host: The Brotherhood of St. Andrew.

TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY - CHRISTIAN FOUNDATIONS CLASS
Beginning April 8, 7:00 pm.  Fr. Felix teaches this foundational course, good for those investigating Christianity as well as Christians who need to refresh their Christian basics.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY - Wednesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  in the Church Library, now beginning a study of Psalms.  Led by Dr. Bob Tipton.

 CASA BIBLE STUDY GROUPS - Call Fr. Felix at 584-5967 for information on the small groups of 6-10 who meet for fellowship and easy-going Bible study.
       
JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH YOUTH are now meeting with St. Clement’s Youth Group every Sunday from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

Daily Personal Bible Study Guides "Encounter with God" will guide you in meeting with God daily by a short Bible reading accompanied by a concise explanation of the text and ideas for prayer.  It's a great way to get comfortable with the Bible and grow closer to your Lord.  Available in the literature rack in Myrick Hall.  Winter Quarterly is here.
Buy a Bible for Mass Available in the Bookstore/Gift Shop.  These NIV Wide Margin Bibles are half price because of a generous anonymous gift.

Ligonier Conference

“TOUGH QUESTIONS CHRISTIANS FACE”
1:00 pm Friday, September 26 -
5:30 pm Saturday, September 27
Scottsdale Baptist Church, Scottsdale, Arizona
   Speakers:
Dr. Ligon Duncan, III
Dr. John McArthur
Dr. R. C. Sproul
Christ has redeemed us to be a light that directs others to Him.   Fulfilling this call requires us to be able to deal with the most difficult questions asked about the Christian faith.  If we are unprepared for the darkness around us, it will be harder to counter it with the truth of God’s Word.

We will focus on the biblical approach to issues including science, the problem of evil, divine sovereignty, human responsibility, the exclusivity of Christ, postmodernism, and the Gospel.

Please join us this September as we look at how to live faithfully during these troubled times.

REGISTER ONLINE NOW
www.ligonier.org/conferences_westcoast_register.php
 more information on visitors’ table in Myrick Hall

BAPTISMS

Baptisms are ordinarily held during Mass at St. Francis on the 2nd Sunday of every odd month. 
The next baptism will be July 13.

Birthdays and Anniversaries:
We give thanks for the birthdays this week of:
May 11: Georgann Laspada; May 12: Margaret Lund, Chase Coleman; May 16: J.P. Rindt, Lynn Payne; May 17: Zachary Abbot
and the anniversaries of:
May 11: John & Sondra Skory; May 13: Craig & Kelly Graf; May 17: John & Amy Nichols

 Flower Chart
The Flower chart is posted near the bulletin board in Myrick Hall.  Sign up now for the Sundays when you would like to provide flowers for the church.  Floral contributions are usually given in memory of the deceased, in thanksgiving for some special person or occasion, or in celebration of an event such as a baptism or a wedding anniversary.  The cost of two arrange-ments is $45.  A full set is $75.  If you would simply like to contribute to the flower fund, please call the church office.

 Hospital Visits
Please let the church know if you will be going into the hospital or if you know of anyone in the hospital that would like the clergy to visit.

CALLING ALL SENIORS
Once again we will be honoring all graduating seniors. We want to include everyone, so please let the parish office know who you are. Please submit the following information: full name of the graduate, parents’ names, high school or college from which you are graduating, honors and activities and plans for the future. A photo may also be included.

Beautiful New Merchandise in Gift Shop
“In a world of mass production, handmade is the true luxury.”   Visit the Gift Shop today and see the just-arrived array of handcrafted Mexican Pewter plates, trays, and serving sets.  These beautiful pieces  make wonder-ful housewarming, wedding, anniversary and holiday gifts.