Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) has helped thousands of couples experiencing any level of difficulty in their marriage from disillusionment to deep misery. For confidential info or to register for the August program (August 15, 16, 17) call 270-683-1545 or email: dpretrowens@aol.com or visit the website www.retrouvaille.org
The Lord’s Pantry
Provides nonperishable food items to families in need. Boxes are at the church doors for canned goods and paper products. Monetary or SCRIP donations may be sent to: The Lord’s Pantry Treasurer, PO Box 74, Ft. Branch, IN 47648
Sister of St. Benedict Gala and Dome Golf Classic
Dine and dance in the magnificent domed atrium of the historic West Baden Springs Hotel on Sunday, Sept. 7, beginning at 5:30 pm EDT. Golf at French Lick on Monday, shotgun start is 10 am. Sponsorships available as a package for both events or individually. Stay overnight at reduced rates. 812-367-1411, ext. 2631 or www.domeclassic.org.
High School Girls Overnight
Sat., Aug. 16 @ Holy Cross. Mass at 4:30 pm followed by dinner, fellowship, games, and movies. Program ends on Sun., Aug. 17 at 9:45 am. Registration & per-mission slips are necessary. Forms are in the back of church or click here. Deadline to register is Sun., Aug. 10. Questions, contact Mary Ann at 768-6457.
TEC (Teens Encounter Christ)
TEC is a 3-day experience in Christian living, for those searching for meaning, values and support from your peers. TEC is open to teens age 17 (must be a junior) through age 22. If you are not yet 17 but a junior, you will be accepted. Adults over 22 who wish to take an active role in TEC are also invited. These weekends are held four times a year in the Diocese of Evansville. A $35 fee is expected for TEC weekend. The July TEC will be at St. Mary’s in Ireland on July 26
The next Newsletter is scheduled to be printed the first week of August. Please submit your articles no later than July 28. You may email them to bschaefer@evansville-diocese.org or bring a copy of your article to the office.
Holy Cross School Distinguished Alumni Award
We are accepting nominations for the Holy Cross School Distinguished Alumni Award at this time. It will be presented on Alumni Weekend (Sept. 14). Nominating forms are at the doors of the church. Nominee must have at-tended Holy Cross School and have graduated from high school at least 15 years ago; be a Catholic in good standing at his/her parish (need not be Holy Cross) and live as a good Christian. Questions, call Lorinda @ 753-4595.
Religious Ed Registration
The deadline to register for the Religious Ed classes coming up this fall is Friday, August 15th. Registrations submitted after that date will be subject to an additional fee of $5 per student to cover the extra cost of ordering and shipping, etc. for special orders. You can go online and fill out the forms and place in collection baskets or the forms are also available in the back of church to take home, fill out and return by mail or bring to the parish office. Your promptness is appreciated. The forms can be found by clicking here.
ATTN: Young Adults, single and couples, 17-25
Fullness of Faith, a 6-week series for young adults, beginning next Sun., July 20th, 6 pm @ St. Joseph Parish Center, Princeton. One time fee of $10 will cover cost of materials which can be shared with a friend or spouse. Baby-sitting provided. Please bring snack to share and a drink. Contact Lorie Ingram at 768-6915 with questions.
Scripture Study
Registration for the Fall ―Catholic Sacred Scripture Study‖ is now being held. DEADLINE to register is August 4, 2008. Forms are in the back of church and at the Parish Center. Cost is $46. This year our study will be ―The Book of Genesis‖. Each 30-week term we read and study one book of the Bible in depth. Please consider joining in the study of the beginning of the world! Classes are held on Sun. and Wed. mornings at Sts. P&P and Tuesday evenings at Holy Cross. 768-6011 or 867-6157
Old Buiness
Ministers are still needed for the upcoming ministry schedules, especially for the Saturday Mass. There is still an opening for Adoration. See previous post for details on both.
We have an opening for Adoration that we need to fill. The Friday 4:00 a.m. time period is now open. Please call Bev Hirsch if you can help. 753-5082.
Baptismal Classes
Tuesday, August 5, 6:30 pm at Sts. Peter & Paul
Tuesday, November 11, 6:30 pm at Holy Cross
Please contact the office to register.
St. James Youth Talent Show
St. James Church will sponsor a youth talent show at its annual summer social on August 3 at 4:30 pm in Madden Hall. Entry forms can be picked up at the back of church or by contacting Robin Stoll at 768-5362. There is a $5 entry fee per person and each participant will receive a medal. Entries are limited to the first 30 acts with entry form filled out, fee attached and submitted by July 23.
Christian Family Movement at St. Meinrad
We are needing youth (8th grade &up) to babysit/help out with the children while parents are at the CFM Conference at St. Meinrad, Monday thru Wednesday, July 14-16. We will leave from Holy Cross at 7:30 am and return approx. 1:30 pm each day. Chaperones are also needed. If you would like to help, please call the Holy Cross Parish Center and let us know. This would be a great way to accumulate service hours for Confirmation!
Politics
As Catholic Christians our baptismal call challenges us to make real Jesus' mission and ministry of establishing the reign of God on earth. Christians are committed to transforming the world, continually making sure that justice, human dignity, respect, and rights prevail. Politically active Christians work toward insuring that justice pervades legislation and political activity. The US Catholic bishops have reminded Catholics of their moral obligation to activate their political responsibility. Catholics are challenged to select candidates that uphold values that will bring about the reign of God on earth. In documents such as Faithful Citizenship, the bishops offer guidelines aiding all Christians toward selecting candidates who would be consonant with Christian values. Recently, disagreements have arisen concerning which Christian values should take priority. Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, approved by the bishops in November, 2007, is based on the seven key themes of Catholic social teaching that should guide every Catholic voter. You can download and read the document at www.usccb.org/faithfulcitizenship/. In what ways does your faith help you discern which candidate to support this election year?
Automatic Electronic Giving Program
With vacation upon us, this is a good time to consider the Automatic Electronic Giving Program for your contributions to Holy Cross Church. This option is convenient and at no cost to you. It saves time by not having to write checks, allows you to donate if you are out-of-town, on vacation, etc. and can be done weekly or monthly. With your authorization, we will automatically transfer your donation from your checking account at the time you specify on your enrollment form. If you would like to participate, just fill out an enrollment form (in the back of church or at the parish office), sign your name and indicate the date. Return along with a voided check to the Parish Office.
MINISTERS NEEDED:
Our current ministry schedules take us through the first of September. However, I will be working on the next schedule (which will cover the rest of 2008) within the next few weeks. We are critically in need of more ministers for all the various options, and especially so for the Saturday evening Mass—Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Greeters, and Ushers. Please consider being a part of the spiritual ministry here at Holy Cross. Give us a call at the parish office, 753-3548. Also, if any of the current ministers need to change times, ministry, etc., we need to have that
New pictures are posted of the inside and outside of the church in the Photo Album.
Please Note:
The Parish Office will be closed June 30—July 4
Summer Spruce Up At Holy Cross
Summer Spruce Up Day has been set for Wednesday, July 9th. We will begin at 8:00 am and continue until all projects are completed. If you would like to help, just show up that day. Any questions, call Kim Scheller at 753-3362.
Casino Night
Next Casino Night at Holy Cross is Saturday, October 4. We are now accepting items and/or donations for the Chinese and Silent Auctions to be held that night.
Do-nothing Retreat
Do-nothing Retreat for High School age, July 17 & 18 @ Rend Lake, Illinois. Join us for 2 days of relaxation, camaraderie and fellowship. Please call the parish office by July 13th if interested in going or for more info. As always, chaperones are needed.
TRIP program
We are excited to announce the new TRIP program beginning NOW whereby you can apply a portion of the SCRIPs profit toward tuition costs. Enjoy this great new incentive for using SCRIPS—help the parish and help yourself!!