Men’s Bible Study
August 31st, 2010The Men’s Bible Study will begin on Friday, September 10th at 6:30 AM in the parish center.
Please join us we will be studying The Catholic Letters James, Peter & Jude.
| St. Francis Xavier Parish |
| Missoula, MT |
The Men’s Bible Study will begin on Friday, September 10th at 6:30 AM in the parish center.
Please join us we will be studying The Catholic Letters James, Peter & Jude.
Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life
September 2010 thru May 2011
This retreat takes a person through the journey of the full Spiritual Exercises in nine months with daily prayer and journaling, and weekly meetings one-on-one with a spiritual director. Each persons starts “just where he or she is”. For some the retreat is an encounter that gently over the months moves one into a deeper, richer relationship with Jesus and for others is dramatic and life-changing. It is sometimes used to assist people in making important life decisions.
For futher information or to request an application call the parish office – 542-0321 Ext. 106 or email amoriarity@montanadsl.net.
Please Note:
There will be NO 6:00 pm Mass on September 5th.
And the parish office will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 6th.
Please join us in welcoming our new Associate Pastor
Fr. Mark McGregor, S.J.
Fr. Mark McGregor comes to us from Gonzaga University where he has been teaching film and script writing for the past two years. Mark was born in 1962 and entered the Society of Jesus in 1984. He was ordained in 1996 and received Final Vows in 2004. Mark earned an MA in Film from Loyola Marymount University, taught film and script writing at Fairfield University in Connecticut and Santa Clara University in California before his time at Gonzaga University. Mark is a remarkable addition to our staff and community. In addition to his ministry as associate pastor, he will also be superior of the Jesuit Community, and continue script writing and his work in film. His parents currently reside in Oak Harbor, WA.
Save the date!
September 19th Parish Picnic and Ministry Fair
After the 10:00 am Mass from 11:00 am till 2:00 pm The Knights of Columbus will be serving food from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Hamburgers, Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be provided. Pot Luck if your last name starts with: A-M Bring Desserts N-Z Bring Salads There will also be a Ministry Fair where you will be able to ask questions and sign up for the many events that happen at our church! Put this on your calendar and plan to be there and enjoy the fun, food, and fellowship. Come and introduce yourself to Fr. Mark McGregor and meet the Missoula Jesuit Volunteers. Youth Kick-Off All youth 6th grade through 12th grade are invited to be a part of SFX 2010-2011 youth Kick-off! On Sunday, September 26th, we will attend 8:00 am Mass and then hop on a bus and enjoy a full day at triple play outside of Coeur d’Alene. We will be returning home by 10:00 pm that evening. Please come be a part of the fun. Registrations can be picked up in the office!St. Francis Xavier Choir
St. Francis Xavier Choir will begin on September 26th at the 10:00 am Mass!
Rehearsals will be held at 9:00 AM in the choir loft. If you would like to jooin the choir, please contact Gina Lapka at 542-0321.
All ages and abilities are welcome!
“Those who sing…pray twice.”
—St. Augustine
Sunday 8/29 8:00 AM For the People*, 10:00AM Florence Ripke, 6:00 PM Fred and Amy Campbell*
Monday 8/30 Anthony & Elaine KIlah Pfau
Tuesday 8/31 Domenic7 mary Martello
Wednesday 9/1 Harry Kump
Thursday 9/2 Mike Bauer
Friday 9/3 French Kellogg
Saturday 9/4 David Sullivan
Sunday 9/5 8:00 AM Marcella Seitz*, 10:00 AM For the People*, (No 6:00 PM this evening)
The Mary, Martha Knitting Ministry
will resume on Monday, the 13th of September from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the parish office.
For more information call Marlene 542-2396
All are welcome.
Delos Robbins
May he rest in peace in our Lord’s loving arms.
Barbara Sheline, Adam Walker, Tom Nichols, Philip Cosgrove, Jim Melton, Mauric Bennett, Brian Walter, Ron Ehman Jr., Anna Hammond, Dennis Gehrke, Lorene Loran, Debra McCormick, Dan & Kathy Meier, Patty Moran, Maureen Sheldon, Jodi M. Sampson, Cash Hyde, Theresa Youngquist, Edward Beers, Jean Mailet, Lewis McLeod, Bob Rummel, Dave Vance, David Smith, Lee Goeres, and Dustin Frost.
Thank you so much for your support of the
1st Way Pregnancy Support Center of Missoula.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this years baby bottle drive.
At this point you have donated $2925.77! each year you bless 1st Way and each of the women who walk through our doors in need of practical loving help.
Thank you so much for your support. Blessings, The 1st Way Pregancy Support Center
Protect Conscience
Ensure Affordable Health Coverage
Allow Immigrants to Purchase Private Health Insurance
As long-time advocates of health care reform, the U.S. Catholic bishops continue to make the moral
case that genuine health care reform must protect the life, dignity, consciences and health of all,
especially the poor and vulnerable. Health care reform should not advance a pro-abortion agenda in
our country.
ACTION: Contact your Representative and Senators today by e-mail, phone or FAX.
Contact info can be found here.
MESSAGE—HOUSE:
“Congressman Rehberg,
I am pleased that the House health care bill maintains the longstanding policy against
federal funding of abortion. I urge you to work to uphold essential provisions against
abortion funding, to include full conscience protection and to assure that health care is
accessible and affordable for all. Until and unless these criteria are met, I urge you to oppose
the final bill.”
MESSAGE—SENATE:
“Senators Baucus and Tester,
I am deeply disappointed that the Senate health care bill fails to maintain the longstanding
policy against federal funding of abortion and does not include adequate protection for
conscience. I urge you to support essential provisions against abortion funding, similar to
those in the House bill. Include full conscience protection and assure that health care is
accessible and affordable for all. Until and unless these criteria are met, I urge you to oppose
the final bill.”
WHEN: Votes in the House and Senate on the final bill are expected in January.
Act today!