Announcements

The monthly First Friday Holy Hour will take place at St. Joachim’s, this Friday, October 4^th from 11am – 12:30pm. The Holy Hour begins at 11am and will consist of exposition, adoration, and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament; concluding with 12 noon Mass.

Adoration will be held on Sunday, September 1^st, 2 – 4pm. All are welcome.

We are looking for one or two individuals to coordinate our Religious Education program beginning in the fall, preferably individuals who have some Religious Education or teaching background, and who enjoy working with children. If you believe that you could aid in the education of the youth of our parish, please contact Fr. Stephen for more information on what this position involves. Feel free to speak to him before or after Mass, or call his direct line (653-6842).

The annual Dr. David Stephen Memorial Foundation Draw, in support of Child Abuse Awareness, is in its final week. Tickets are $20 each. Grand Prize is a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT motorcycle valued at $10,000.00. The Foundation will help the winner of this prize find a buyer if they choose not to keep it for themselves. Second Prize is $500.00; Third Prize is $250.00. The draw date is July 6^th. Anyone who would like to support this worthy cause with a chance of winning some great prizes can purchase a ticket from Father Peter.