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Dear Parish Bulletin Insert Reps:  The month of December is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of December:  For a life of prayer:  We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and a life of prayer.  Feasts for December:  Francis Xavier (12/3), Nicholas (12/6), Ambrose (12/7), Solemnity of Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (12/8), Juan Diego (12/9), Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe (12/12), Lucy (12/13), John of the Cross (12/14), Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord (12/25), Feast of Stephen (12/26), Feast of the Holy Family, John the Evangelist (12/27), Feast of the Holy Innocents (12/28). “All of the feasts of the Church are beautiful… but Christmas has a tenderness, a childlike sweetness that captivates my entire heart.” ~ St. Padre Pio.

November 14th Worship: Stewardship Sunday
Scripture: Daniel 12:1-3; Psalm 16; Hebrews 10:11-14, 19-25;
Mark 13:1-8
Sermon Title: “What Must I Do?”

November 21st Worship: Reign of Christ Sunday/Thanksgiving Sunday
Scripture: Daniel 7:9-20; 13-14; Psalm 93; Revelation 1:4b-8;
Psalm 93; John 18:33-37
Sermon Title: “Gifts to Spare, Gifts to Share.”

Toledo Country Live (TCL) is held on the first and third Saturdays of the month at 6 p.m. and features current and classic country music with a message of hope. Music provided by the Toledo Country Live Band and other local, gifted artists. Come as you are and be ready to enjoy some great music and fellowship. Yee haw!

Church of St. Andrew United Methodist, 3620 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, Saturday, November 6th at 6:00 p.m.  The theme is “Making Church Relevant”.  Also, for your information the present pastor of St. Andrew is Eric Gaiser at (419) 385-6160.

Dear Parish Bulletin Insert Reps:  The month of November is dedicated to the Souls in Purgatory, whose feast is celebrated on November 2, 2021.  The last Sunday marks the beginning of Advent.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of November 2021:  Artificial Intelligence. We pray that the progress of robotics and artificial intelligence may always serve humankind. 

Dear Parish Bulletin Insert Reps:  The month of November is dedicated to the Souls in Purgatory, whose feast is celebrated on November 2, 2021.  The last Sunday marks the beginning of Advent.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of November 2021:  Artificial Intelligence. We pray that the progress of robotics and artificial intelligence may always serve humankind. 

Dear Parish Bulletin Insert Reps:  The month of October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary.  The Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary is celebrated October 7, 2021.The Holy Father’s Intentions: The Laity’s Mission in the Church:  We pray that by the virtue of baptism, the laity, especially women, may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church.  Feasts for October:  Therese of the Child Jesus (10/1), Holy Guardian Angels (10/2), St. Francis of Assisi, St. Faustina Kowalska, Bl. Francis Xavier Sellos, priest (10/4), Bruno, Bl. Marie Rose Durocher (10/6), Our Lady of the Rosary (10/7), St. John XXIII (10/11),Teresa of Jesus (10/15), Hedwig, Margaret Mary Alacoque, Marguerite d’Youville (Canada) (10/16), Ignatius of Antioch (10/17), St. Luke (10/18), John de Brebeuf, Isaac Jogues and Companions (USA) (10/19), Paul of the Cross (10/20), St. John Paul II (10/22), John of Capistrano (10/23), Anthony Mary Claret (10/24), Feast of Simon and Jude, Apostles (10/28).  “Love our Lady and make her loved; always recite the Rosary, and recite it as often as possible.” ~ St. Padre Pio.

Ladies’ Lunch: Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 11:30 a.m. at Bob Evans at Levis Commons All women are welcome to attend for a time of fellowship

Men’s Breakfast: Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 9:00 a.m. at Briarfield Café in Maumee

September 12 Worship: 16th Sunday After Pentecost Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9a; Psalm 116:1-9; James 3:1-12; Mark 8:27-38 Special Guest Musicians: Hymns of Dixie Join us for a fun filled Rally Day celebration as we experiment with our worship theme – Backwards-Forwards- Upside Down- Sideways! The events of the past 18 months have turned our lives upside down, and things seem to be going backwards instead of forwards! But we can find peace knowing that the God of all Creation is still the same, and will always remain the God constant and true

September 19 Worship: 17th Sunday After Pentecost Scripture: Jeremiah 11:18-20; Psalm 54; James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a; Mark 9:30-37 Sermon: “Solidarity” What does it mean to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalized? Solidarity may mean providing means of survival and support. But as Jesus shows, solidarity may also require us to enter uncomfortable, disruptive spaces in our pursuit of justice.

September 26 Worship: 18th Sunday After Pentecost Scripture: Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29; Psalm 19:7-14; James 5:13-20; Mark 9:38-50 Sermon: “Dream Big ”This week’s scriptures contain stories of both dreaming and
fear; of great possibilities and great loss; and of all the dynamics that dance between these two extremes. What are your greatest fears? What are your biggest dreams? Do you trust in God enough to live through your fears and embrace your dreams for a better world for all?

Chicken BBQ: Sat., Oct 16th 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Drive-thru only! Chicken $10 or Ribs $15. All dinners pre-sale only. Order Deadline Oct 11th. Contact 419-360-5374 ask for LeAnn.

Blood Pressure Screenings 2nd Sunday of the month: Haskin’s Church basement following worship service.

Saturday, Oct 30th / Trunk or Treat from 6pm – 7:30pm: Everyone is invited to decorate their cars in family/kid friendly themes and park them in our lot and welcome little Trick-or-Treaters from the community! Feel free to dress up as well (family-friendly). Please also purchase candy to distribute from your trunk. Families can work together, and feel free to bring lawn chairs as well. Join the fun! Social Distancing will be followed. Please email hccoffice@frontier.com if you plan to bring your car!

Dear Parish Bulletin Insert Reps: The month of September is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, whose memorial the Church celebrates on September 15. The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of September: Respect for the Planet’s Resources: We pray that the planet’s resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner. Feasts for September; St. Gregory the Great (9/3), St. Teresa of Calcutta (9/5), Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (9/8), Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (9/14), Our Lady of Sorrows (9/15), Cornelius and Cyprian (9/16), Robert Bellarmine, Hildegard of Bingen (9/17), Januarius (9/19, Feast of Matthew (9/21), Pio of Pietrelcina (9/23), Cosmas and Damian (9/26), Wenceslaus, Lawrence Ruiz and Companions; St. Simon de Rojas, O.SS. (9/28), Feast of Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Archangels (9/29), Jerome (9/30). ” Our Mother of Sorrows is my confidante, my teacher, my counselor, and my powerful advocate.” ~ St. Padre Pio.

Dear Parish Bulletin Reps:  The month of August, 2021 is dedicated to The Immaculate Heart of Mary.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of August, 2021:  The Church: Let us pray for the Church, that she may receive from the Holy Spirit the grace and strength to reform herself in the light of the Gospel.  Feasts for August:  John Vianney (8/3), Dedication of St. Mary Major (8/5), Feast of the Transfiguration (8/6), Dominic (8/8), Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (8/9), Clare (8/11), Maximilian Kolbe (8/14), Solemnity of the Assumption (8/15), Stephen of Hungary (8/16), Bernard (8/20), Pius X (8/21), Queenship of Mary (8/22), Rose of Lima (8/23), Monica (8/27), Augustine (8/28)., Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist (8/29).