~ Bread for the Journey ~
~ 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time ~
I am so glad that God is God and you and I are not. The parable of the Prodigal Son reminds us that God deals with us and our sinfulness so much differently then we deal with our own. The tendency for many people when they sin is to pull back and emotionally hide from God like Adam and Eve did in the Garden of Eden. We feel unworthy of God’s love, friendship and mercy. The dangerous thing about dealing with our sinfulness in this way is that this misguided approach leads us to deprive ourselves of the Divine Physician who is the source of our deepest healing. The practical effect of this approach is that we actually make ourselves spiritually weaker, sicker and more despondent....
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Adoration Chapel News Now that September and the stability of the school year are upon us, please prayerfully consider, spending one hour a week in the Adoration Chapel. The following hours have no regularly scheduled adorer.
Sunday : 1:00am-1:59am, 2:00am-2:59am, 3:00am-3:59am, 4:00am-4:59am, 10:00am-10:59am, 11:00am-11:59am, 12:00noon-12:59pm
Monday : 12:00am-12:59am, 1:00am-1:59am, 2:00am-2:59am, 3:00am-3:59am, 7:00pm-7:59pm, 11:00pm-11:59pm
Tuesday : 12:00am-12:59am, 1:00am-1:59am, 2:00am-2:59am, 3:00am-3:59am, 4:00am-4:59am, 12:00noon-12:59pm, 11:00pm-11:59pm
Thursday : 12:00am-12:59am, 1:00am-1:59am, 4:00am-4:59am, 9:00am-9:59am, 11:00pm-11:59pm
Friday: 12:00am-12:59am, 1:00am-1:59am, 2:00am-2:59am, 3:00am-3:59am
Saturday : 1:00am-1:59am, 2:00am-2:59am, 3:00am-3:59am, 4:00am-4:59am, 8:00am-8:59am, 10:00am-10:59am, 5:00pm-5:59pm, 8:00pm-8:59pm
"Prayers Answered Book" We are pleased to announce that a “Prayers Answered Book” has been placed in the vestibule of the Adoration Chapel. This book will allow people to record the outcomes of prayers of petition offered during visits to the Blessed Sacrament.
We are asking the adorers to record their prayers that have been answered, even if not in the manner that had been hoped. We ask that the adorers write only as much as they are comfortable revealing because these prayers answered will be read by others. Our hope is that the prayers that have been answered will serve as example to others that no obstacle is too great to be overcome by prayer. It is also our hope that the conversion experienced by those who place their prayers in the hands of God will serve as inspiration to others to do likewise.
We ask that the adorers write or print clearly and legibly, and that only the results of prayers are recorded. Other books are available in which to write petitions and requests for prayer. This book is intended only for the outcome of prayers that have been made in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel.
~What's Going on at St. Joseph! ~
Men of St. Joseph New to our parish, this is a ministry intended for family men. This group will meet Wednesday mornings at 6:00 am, in the Family Life Center, for prayer and reflection on Sacred Scripture.
Here’s a definition from their website, www.menofstjoseph.com . We are the Men of St. Joseph, a group of Catholic guys dedicated to being the spiritual leaders of our families while becoming the best versions of ourselves.
Sure, it's a struggle to balance being a father, bread winner, businessman, coach, friend, husband and spiritual leader of your family. The Men of St. Joseph understands that with each other's support and shared accountability it becomes a little easier. Most importantly, we know that if we surrender our day-to-day problems to God we will be better fathers, husbands and friends. Through Christ, we will be better men. We welcome you to join us on this journey. Come on, give it a shot.
The St. Joseph Book Club will meet Monday, September 13, at 6:30 pm in the Family Life Center. Our first book of the season will be Romero, A Life, by James Brockman. We hope you will be able to join us on the second Monday of each month this year. If you are interested, or have questions, please call Mary Ellen Foley at 869-1120.
Catholic Women’s League Luncheon will be held at the Catholic Center on Tuesday, September 14, at 9:30 am. Plesae contact Ruth Payne (868-1340) to let her know you are coming.
Circle 18 – New Members Welcome! Circle 18 is a volunteer group of women connected to St. Joseph Parish, and devoted to the service of our Church and community. Our activities this year will include assisting with the Food Band of Northwest Louisiana, Mary’s Workers Fall Bake Sale, Salvation Army Christmas Stocking Project, Confirmation reception, and much more. We will have a kick off meeting/social on Wednesday, September 15 at 6:30 pm at the home of Elizabeth Pippin. If you are interested in joining Circle 18 or would like more information, please contact Julie Lindsey at 865-5356 or jllindsey1@comcast.net .
Stop Reading and Start Proclaiming A Greco course for all lectors, deacons, ministers of Children’s Liturgy of the Word, RCIA ministers, and anyone who proclaims Scripture will be offered at St. Joseph. The course will focus on the practical skills of proclamation, as well as on Liturgy, the Liturgical year, the Lectionary, Rites, Liturgical Ministry and Spirituality. Significant time will be devoted to practicing and honing proclamation skills. The course will meet on Thursday evenings from September 16 to November 11, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Family Life Center. A nursery will be available.
The St. Joseph Guild will meet on Tuesday, September 21. The Rosary will be at 9:30 am followed by Mass at 10:00 am in the Church. Our meeting will take place following Mass in the Family Life Center. Our guest speaker will be Rick Rowe.
St. Joseph Parish Picnic This year’s picnic has been moved back to October in hopes of cooler weather! On October 10, McCarthy Field will be filled with jumpies, inflatable water activities, a dunking booth, and a hamburger/hot dog brown bag lunch! The “Picnic” Mass will be held at 11:00 am (this Mass replaces the 12:00 Noon Mass). All the picnic activities will take place after Mass, until 4:00 pm!
Bishop’s First Annual Pro Life Banquet will be held on Sunday, October 3 (Respect Life Sunday) at 7:15 pm at St. Joseph’s Family Life Center. Bishop Duca will be the speaker. The banquet will celebrate pro life work throughout the entire diocese. It will also focus on the diocese’s future vision of Respect for Life across the full continuum of the Church’s Teachings. Reservations can be made by calling the church office at 318 865-3581. $30 per adult and $20 per student is requested to support the diocese’s pro life ministry. Additional information can be obtained by calling Roxie Tabor
40 Days for Life(Sept 22-Oct 30) St. Joseph’s has chosen Saturday, October 2 (the first Saturday of the 40 Day campaign and the usual Pro Life Rosary day for VITA) and Thursday, October 7 (feast of Our Lady of the Rosary) as two days to provide prayer coverage from 7:00 am to7:00 pm. A sign up campaign will be held following Masses the weekend of September 25-26. However you may sign up earlier by contacting Roxie Tabor. More information on the campaign may be viewed at www.40daysforlife.com .
