Parish Newsletter

Please read the January newsletter for important information on upcoming events and activities.

CATHOLIC’S DIVORCE SURVIVAL SUPPORT GROUP
Monday evenings beginning January 9 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
in the Fallon Center Lounge

The Support Group is a divorce recovery program for Catholics, a 12-session series created to help separated and divorced men and women heal from their emotional wounds and deepen their relationship with Christ. Based on Catholic teaching and spiritual principals, each session is intended to help people find peace, power and passion that they have lost through divorce.

The cost for materials is $15. All are welcome.
To register, call the Parish Office at 919.861.4600.
See flyer for more information.

Women of Grace

Informational Meetings
January 10 – 7:00 p.m. School Library
~ or ~
January 11 – 7:00 p.m. Fallon Center, Room 202

The Women of Grace® Study Program leads women on a journey to discover the gifts of authenticity, femininity, holiness of life, and woman's purpose and mission in the world today. Participants will meet in a small group setting every other week, beginning in February for prayer, discussion and DVD lectures. Participants will study and discuss themes of relevance in today’s families and the world, using a variety of tools including the book Full of Grace, as well as the Catechism, and Sacred Scripture.

Facilitators: Maureen O’Connell and Tammy Huffman
For more information or to RSVP for the Info Meeting, contact: wograleigh@gmail.com

~ SUNDAY MORNINGS FOR ADULTS ~

Catholicism:
A Journey to the Heart of the Faith

What is Catholicism? A living tradition?
A worldview? A way of life? A relationship?

Join in the study and discussion of Catholicism,
a compelling and informative DVD series by Rev. Robert Barron.

Sundays 10:15 – 11:30
Fallon Center Lounge
January 15, 22 & 29
February 5, 12 & 19

The New English Translation

of the Roman Missal
 

Changes in the wording of some familiar prayers of the Mass will be incorporated into the Liturgy on the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2011. For an overview of the changes, please see the bulletin inserts listed below:

• Mass and Missal (Part I) — October 16
   
• Mass and Missal (Part II) — October 23
   
• Mass and Missal (Part III) — October 30
   
• Mass and Missal (Part IV) — November 6
   

Sacraments

Baptism and Preparation Class for Parents

Parents of children under the age of seven to be baptized are asked to attend a Baptism Preparation Class prior to the child's reception of the sacrament. Class is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Office Conference Room. The date for the Baptism will be scheduled after parents' attendance at the Preparation Class. For children over the age of seven not yet baptized, please refer to Children's Catechumenate. Contact the Parish office for additional information.

Reconciliation and Eucharist

Reconciliation is offered every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment.

First Reconciliation and First Eucharist 2012

Sacramental preparation is a two-year process beginning in Grade One. Children prepare for Reconciliation and First Eucharist by attending either Our Lady of Lourdes School, or weekly Faith Formation classes the year before receiving the sacraments in Grade Two.

First Communion ~ Saturday May 5, 2012

Confirmation

Confirmation preparation is a 2-part program.

• The first year of preparation involves Catholic instruction at a Catholic high school or Sunday morning classes at the parish.
• The second year all students meet together for weekly classes at the parish.

Adults who have not been confirmed are welcomed to call the parish office at 919.861.4600.

Matrimony

Arrangements must be made with the pastor for an initial interview at least 6 months prior to the wedding. Subsequent meetings will be made by appointment with the pastor. Participation in the Marriage Preparation Program is required.

For more information about planning your wedding, marriage preparation workshops and to register online, please visit the following link on the Diocese of Raleigh Website at http://www.dioceseofraleigh.org/how/marriage/index.aspx or call Alice Kehoe at the parish office at 919.861.4609.

Anointing

Conferred upon request prior to surgery or at time of illness.

Ministry to the Sick
Please telephone the parish office to advise staff of illness or hospitalization of a family member.

Holy Orders

A priest is ordained to proclaim God's word and administer the Sacraments. By the grace of his ordination, he is able to make Christ truly present in the Eucharist, the center of his life and ministry. The Vocations Office of the diocese assists young men who are interested in exploring a possible call to the diocesan priesthood.

For information:
Office of Vocations
Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh
226 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27603

919.821.9731
vocations@raldioc.org

Parish Events

Coffee Social after the 9:00 a.m. Mass

Join us every Sunday after the 9:00 a.m. Mass and enjoy coffee, donuts and fellowship in the Fallon Center Hall. This is a great way to meet new parishioners and catch up with friends in our parish family. If you or your organization would like to serve at a coffee hour, please contact Fred Leach of the Knights of Columbus at 919.906.4692.

Rosary for Life

You're invited to pray the Rosary for Life with us every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. in the Adoration Chapel and at 11:00 a.m. in the Church, and every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. in the Adoration Chapel.

Notes

• Dear Parish Members: the parish does not pay for the bulletin printing, which saves us thousands of dollars every year. Our bulletin is supported through the generosity of the advertisers, many of whom are our own parish members. I urge you to support our advertisers with your patronage. For a look at the people and businesses that advertise in our bulletin, click here. Sincerely, Father John
   
• The Children’s Nursery is offered every Sunday during the 9 a.m. Mass for children ages 1 through 3 in the Fallon Center.
   
• Bishop Burbidge would like you to personally invite men and women who may be considering a vocation to the priesthood or religious life. Please visit the Raleigh Diocese Website for more information.
   

Announcing New Website
NC Catholics for Life!

Over the past few months a group of volunteers have collected a wide variety of resources on local & national pro-life groups, ministries, etc. so the people of North Carolina have a place to get all their info in one easy spot. With the click of your mouse you can you find info on church teaching related to life issues, how to get involved locally in various pro-life groups and ministries, links to legislative updates, info on upcoming talks, including bioethics seminars, other local events, resources for youth & families, audios & videos, an Email discussion group, & a blog. You can even follow us on Twitter! We encourage you to visit the site today & share it with your family & friends: www.nccatholicsforlife.com.

For our Troops!

Cookies and homemade cards needed for our troops!

We need you to bake cookies weekly for the USO. Notes and cards are also appreciated. Drop them off at the Parish office or call Maria House at 919.783.7469. This ad runs only when space permits, but cookies are always welcome. Thank you!