Archive for November, 2012
Bulletin Announcements
In order to ensure information in the bulletin is as accurate as possible, we request that all announcements submitted be in writing, preferably via email. We thank you in advance for your assistance.
Youth Group
Movie Day – Madagascar 3 – Sunday, November 25th, 2pm in St. Joachim’s Hall.
Marian Hour Of Prayer
The K of C will be hosting a Marian Hour of Prayer on Wednesday, November 21st, 7:30pm, in the church. All parishioners are invited to attend. A reception will follow.
Christmas Baskets
Parishioners are more than welcome to make a donation to this extremely worthwhile cause at any time between now and Christmas. Simply write “Christmas Baskets” on an envelope and drop it in the collection.
Christmas Basket Registration
Registration for Christmas Baskets and The Empty Stocking Fund will begin on Thursday, November 15th and take place every Monday and Thursday morning from 10am – 12pm in the parish hall. Please bring Medicare cards for every member of your household, as well as a piece of identification with your current address. If you have a social assistance card, that would also be helpful. Those wishing to apply for the Empty Stocking Fund should register as early as possible as the deadline will be Friday, November 23rd.
Remembrance Candle Ceremony
The tradition of our Church is to remember the holy souls in Purgatory especially during the month of November. On November 10th & 11th in a special Remembrance Candle-lighting Ceremony, everyone will have an opportunity to come forward during Mass to light a candle in memory of the members of their family who have passed on and are presently with God or still on their way to being united with our heavenly Father. It will also be an opportunity to remember those who so courageously and selflessly gave their lives in war so that we may live.
Adult Religious Education – The Eucharist
Even though the Eucharist is foundational to our faith life as Catholics, very few Catholics understand or appreciate the deep significance of what we celebrate during Mass, which profoundly impacts our daily life. Therefore, everyone is invited to attend a 7-week program on the “Eucharist” every Thursday, 7pm, until December 13th, in the Saint Joachim’s Parish Center. Each session (7pm – 8:30pm) has a 1-hour video presentation followed by a question & answer period. It is not necessary to have attended any of the previous weeks in order to participate.
Knights of Columbus Memorial
The 11:00am Mass on Sunday, November 18th will be offered for the deceased members of Knights of Columbus Council 8364. Following Mass, family members and friends of those being remembered are invited to attend a reception in the Knight’s quarters, where light refreshments will be served.
