Parish School of Religion Registration for 2008-2009 Stewardship

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Registration for PSR is being held between April 20 and June 1,
2008. Early registration ensures the proper allocation of re- “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the
Readings for Mass Noonan Scholarship sources so that the parish has the ability to run an effective PSR name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching
program. Tuition must accompany the registration form. Any them to observe all that I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:19-20
May 4, 2008 May 11, 2008 Application Deadline registration received after June 1 will be charged a late fee of In Our Lord’s last words to the Apostles before ascending
The deadline for applying to participate in the 2008 distribution $15 PER CHILD. New parishioners who have registered with to heaven He makes it clear that our Baptism comes with an
1st Reading Acts 1:12-14 Acts 2:1-11 of proceeds from the Noonan Scholarship Fund is 1:00 pm on the Parish after the June 1 deadline will not be charged the late obligation. We are to do all that Jesus commanded us –
2nd Reading 1 Pt 4:13-16 1 Cor 12:307, 12-13 May 25th. Your written application letter must be turned in to fee. which means caring for the poor, teaching the children and
Fr. Vic, any of the Pastoral Council members, or the church of- Tuition is as follows:
Gospel Jn 17:1-11 Jn 20:19-23 fice staff by the deadline. using our gifts to carry on the work of the Lord.
One Child-$45—Two Children-$75—Three or more Children-
Eucharist Received the 1st Time by Members of St. Matthew The letter should contain the name of the high school or $100
Forty members of the St. Matthew Parish Family, most of them equivalent program you expect to graduate from this year, a Registration forms and PSR Handbooks are available in the nar- Annual Eucharistic Congress
in 2nd Grade, received the Body and Blood of Christ in the Sac- statement that you are an active and supporting member of the St. thex or from Deacon Gayle or the church office. The annual Eucharistic Congress on the week-
rament of the Eucharist for the first time in their lives on Satur- Matthew Parish Family, a promise to continue your education or end of June 20/21 offers us all the opportunity
day, April 26. The event was a milestone not only in their lives training beyond high school within the next six months, a to strengthen and grow in our faith. Addition-
and the lives of each family, but also in the life of the Parish. mention of the school or program you are planning to enter, and
your name, telephone number and address. Questions should be
Adult ♫ Choir Rehe arsals ♫ Youth ally, the Congress presents parishioners in the
The children had received the Sacrament of Reconciliation last Tuesdays from 7:00-9:30PM Sundays from 12:00-1:30PM Archdiocese with a unique opportunity—to ex-
Advent, and had been preparing themselves and studying hard directed to Deacon Gayle Peters at 770.964.5804. ercise their baptismal call to stewardship by be-
to be ready to receive the Eucharist for the past several months. Established in 1997 and named after Rev. Fr. James Noonan of coming a Congress Volunteer. Archbishop
Grateful thanks are due to Lisa Lowther and Kiki Kane, their the Missionaries of LaSalette, the organizer and first pastor of Next New Orleans “Helping Hands” Trip Set for October Gregory invites you to prayerfully consider
Catechists, and their parents and families for their commitment Saint Matthew Mission and Parish, the Noonan Scholarship pro- sharing your gifts of time and talent on the
Planning Meeting—Sunday, May 18th weekend of June 20/21, at the 2008 Eucharistic
to bringing the children to the Lord. We also thank the Folk vides funds to all graduating high school seniors who are active
and supporting members of our parish. The scholarship funds are The next "Helping Hands" trip for St. Matthew is planned for a Congress. The Congress will be held at the
Group for the great music which added so much to the celebra- Georgia International Convention Center. Vol-
tion of the Liturgy and the first-grade PSR parents, especially donated by individuals, groups, businesses and organizations week in October. As part of the program sponsored by the
within the parish, and are supported by the entire parish through Archdiocese of New Orleans, we will be asked to help home- unteers are required in many different areas of
Tracy Christensen and Jody Skebo, for the excellent Reception the Congress, including all Tracks, Ushers, Security, etc. If you would
after Mass. two second collections each year, in January and in May. Available owners with interior and exterior painting, insulation, drywall
like to volunteer, or fore more information, please go to www.archatl.
funds are distributed evenly among all who apply each year. The (sheetrock) installation, flooring, and/or some carpentry work or
com/congress or check with the office. In order to plan accordingly,
Somtoo Anachebe Grace Kellicut date for presentation of the scholarships is TBD. other unskilled labor. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old
volunteer registration closes on April 30th. Of particular need are
Malia Absi Anya Kerkemeyer The funds are distributed without regard to financial need or aca- and have a current Tetanus vaccination. volunteers for the Kid Track (the number of children participating
Anthony Aspito Jack Long demic merit. These teens are our kids, coming from families who If you are interested in taking part in the next trip, helping to depends on the number of adult volunteers).
Delaney Baro Rebecca Lowther are active and supporting members of the St. Matthew Parish plan and schedule it, or would like additional information, please
Rachel Black Mitchell Nesmith family, and the scholarship is meant to give a helping hand to come to a planning meeting at 9:45 a.m. (Between the Masses)
Vaiyon Caphart Michael Nowak those who recognize the value of education and training above on Sunday, May 18, in the Conference Room. For those interested in visiting Fr. Vic’s blog,
Jacob Carreon Erynn Pettinato high school as a necessary means to a better life. the address is http://padrevic.blogspot.com/
Jordan Childress James Pittman
Sofia De La Mora Cameron Prevost There are no restrictions on the type of education or training pro- Religious Education News
Gannon Devlin Anna Routon gram to be pursued – academic, vocational, art, technical, or para-
Women’s Faith Formation for 2008
Prison Ministry Meeting
Justin Egbosiuba Jessica Sauer professional – all are eligible. Nor are there restrictions on how
The next meeting of Women's Faith Formation will take place The next Prison Ministry Meeting is scheduled for Saturday,
Hudson Gautreau Elizabeth Sebastian the funds may be used – tuition and fees, supplies, school clothes,
transportation, etc. – so long as they are used to pursue an educa- on Monday evening, May 5, 2008 at 7:00 pm in room 3. We are May 17 at 9:30 am. Jim Powers from the Archdiocese Prison
Wilson Geldbach Vanessa Smith discussing the book, Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, by Ministry will attend and give an overview of the volunteer op-
tion or training program.
Drew Grasser Sean Tolman Joanna Weaver. All women of the parish are invited to come. portunities available. We will also be planning our next group
Kevin Gray Sarah Tull For more information, please call Sally Peters at 770-486-7374. project. All welcome. For more information, please call Nancy
Daniella Haas Luke Turkiewicz Calendar of Upcoming Events Wood at 770-631-9636.
Brady Hamill Conner West Men’s Faith Formation Group
Kalea Hankins Savannah Wilson May 6 9:30AM Church Cleaning The Saint Matthew Men's Faith Formation Group will meet
Shon Hoberg Trenton Wilson May YAM Calendar See Bulletin Board Tuesday, May 13, to continue studying the Gospel of Matthew Financial Giving
Natalie Keohane Caroline Yarbrough in order to better prepare ourselves to understand the Evangel-
Vacation Bible School at St. Matthew June 9-13, ist's message we'll be hearing throughout this Church year. All in our Parish Family
2008 from 9:00 am to noon. The program is: men of the parish are invited to join us at 7:00 pm. For more
Mass Intentions information call Deacon Gayle at the church or email April 27, 2008
Tuesday 9AM
God’s BIG BACKYARD gpeters@saintmatthew.us. Offertory $15,235.66
St. Matthew Church Cleaning Group
Where kids have a blast serving Jesus! Bible Study Given in checks & envelopes (228) $13,632.16
Wednesday 6PM Women’s Faith Formation Group Our current course of study has been concluded, and Bible
Registration is underway and will continue until June 1st. If you
Thursday 9AM St. Matthew RCIA Facilitators Study will not meet again until this fall. We have a wonderful Parish Debt Reduction $378.00
register before May 18th you’ll receive a free tee shirt. After the
group of ladies participating and hope more of you will join us No Second Collection $1,802.00
Saturday 5PM Sandy Warber 18th tee shirts cannot be ordered so register early. Registration Upcoming Second Collections
in September. All are invited and no previous experience is nec-
fee is $15/first child, $10/each additional child per family and is
Sunday 8:30AM St. Matthew Parish Family essary. If you would like more information, please contact Rose May 4—Archdiocesan Hispanic Ministries
open to parishioners and friends outside the parish ages 4 to 5th
Herold at 770.306.1214 or Linda Spencer at 770.632.8880.
Sunday 11AM St. Matthew Parish Family grade. Contact Kiki Kane at 770.486.9347 if you have questions. May 11—Noonan Scholarship Fund