Just want to let everyone know that Father White is feeling better. He isn't getting around well in the mornings so he is saying Mass in the evenings at the Rectory and covering the Mass intentions for the day. We are letting him get as much rest as he can so that he can celebrate this weekend's Masses. Thank you all for your prayers and concerns. We will keep you posted.
All the information you need to create an account is on the ParishSoft & My Home Church page tab above. If you have any problems or questions, call the rectory at 548-1616. Our staff will be happy to help you.
We are pleased to announce that St. Mary's Church now provides online giving through software called ParishSoft Giving. This is a convenient and safe way to make a one-time or recurring donation. Getting started is easy- just click the link below and follow instructions for first time user. When you participate, your gift will transfer directly into the parish bank account. And you won't have to remember to write a check or stop by the ATM on Sundays! If you still want to place something in the offertory basket, just write "I gave online" on your church envelope. Don't have an envelope? Call the rectory at 937-548-1616. We'll be happy to help.
Here's the link for our new Online Giving!!
http://giving.parishsoft.com/stmary
If you want to read the letter and information from the Archbishop on the incident regarding Fr. Geoff Drew and what is going on with the sexual abuse investigation, please go to the archdiocese website for all the updates and information at
http://www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/communication-office/
Archbishop Schnurr's recent letter to the churches
Daily Mass at 8:00 am Monday through Friday
Weekend Masses: 5:30 pm Saturday 8:30 & 10:30 am Sunday
Monday, August 19 All Day Catholic Church Day at the Fair Stop by the Spiritual Center and say "Hi"
Tuesday, August 20 7:00 pm BOT Mtg.
Wednesday, August 21 6:30 pm PSR Picnic
7:30 pm K of C Social
Thursday, August 22 12:00 pm Fatima Rosary in the church
Monday, August 26 6:30 pm St. Mary's School Open House / Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, August 27 1st day of St. Mary School
Check the event calendar for more happenings!!
FORMED.ORG
Try FORMED.org --- Parish Code EY9TXE this new year and enjoy the enrichment and refreshing thoughts for your mental and spiritual well being! Join people around the country who are benefiting from FORMED.
There are so many books, videos, movies to choose from on Formed.org. Be sure to check out the website.
Finding Happiness in Marriage
Beloved is a video-based study program by the Augustine Institute that explores the true meaning of the Sacrament of Marriage. In twelve sessions, couples will discover the deepest spiritual, emotional, and practical realities of marriage through Scripture, Tradition, and Church teaching. They’ll see firsthand how to experience the wonder, mystery, and joy of this sacrament—from that first “I do” through the rest of their lives.Beloved sessions are presented on a 6-DVD set, and kits come complete with Couple’s and Leader’s Guides – everything you need to experience the full power of Beloved for a marriage preparation program.
There are a lot of great movies, books and audio talks on formed.org. All parishioners are encouraged to watch FREE with our parish subscription to Formed. Just visit formed.org.
Reconciliation is Saturday 4-5 pm or by appointment.
Baptisms are the 1st Sunday of the month after the 10:30 am Mass. Parents are required to attend a baptismal preparation class in advance. Please call the parish office to schedule.
Marriages are scheduled at least six months in advance. Please call the parish office to schedule a meeting with the pastor.
This week's bulletin. Please go to the Bulletins tab at the top of the page to get the current bulletin. Thank you.
