Welcome Fr. William P. Siple

   The Faith Communities of

Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament

and Saint Joseph welcome Fr. Siple.

Saint John Vianney, pray for us.

Remember to pray for Vocations

To the public ministry of the Church.

 

Parish Census The parish is conducting a census this summer.  Parishioners should have received the census form in the mail this week. Please fill in all information and return to the Administration Center in the return envelope either in the collection basket, in the mail or through the mail slot. Thank you for your cooperation in this important process.

 

Announcements:

Advance Ride Tickets for the festival will be sold following the masses this weekend. Tickets are $12.50 per strip of 10 tickets. Cost at the festival will be $15 per strip.

 

Tae Kwon Do meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in Patterson Hall

         

Fourth of July Holiday the Administration Center will be closed Friday, July 4th. In case of an emergency,  call 724-226-4903.

 

OLMBS School is  placing a one-time SCRIP order on June 30th to be picked up during the Summer Festival. Orders and payment must be in no later than Monday, June 30th - Noon at the Administration Center. Any questions, call Hillary-724-226-4900x8.

 

Summerfest, 2008

Wednesday, July 9th - Saturday, July 12th

 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED—for games, selling food and ride tickets, to support Hokey Poker, Chuck-a-luck, and Beat the Dealer. We still need another person to help in the prize trailer also.   Additionally, much help is needed with set-up, kitchen, clean-up, kitchen runners and day duties. Volunteer slips can be found in the bulletin and on line at www.olmbs.org--Summer Festival.

 

Kidz Klub Wanted: Clean, gently used/new stuffed animals for the Kidz Klub Booth. Toy animals can be dropped off (in a container) at the school office.

Thank you for your generosity.

 

Raffle Tickets  The Summer Festival Raffle Tickets have been distributed to all parishioners. If you have not received yours, please call the administration Center, 724-226-4900.

   Remember to return your ticket stubs for the Early Bird drawing at Monday night Bingo and $200 Nightly drawing July 9, 10, & 11. Please return your tickets/stubs (sold & unsold) in the return envelope to the Administration Center.

 

Kitchen Cooks  July 7th & 8th in the school cafeteria at 9:00 a.m. Anyone wishing to help is welcome. Save those dates! More details later.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Feast of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles  

   Why are the Feast of Peter and Paul on June 29 and the Feast of the First Holy Martyrs on June 30 celebrated together?

   Both feasts highlight the sacrifices that people are willing to make in order to be faithful to their values and beliefs. Peter, Paul and the first martyrs all died during the first persecution of Christians under the Emperor Nero, between the years 64 and 68.

   The Roman historian Tacitus tells of a great fire that broke out in Rome in July of 64. It lasted ten days, during which almost two-thirds of the city was ruined. Many suspected Nero started the fire. To remove any suspicion, Nero blamed the Christians. Persecutions ensued and many Christians were killed during the entertainments near the Vatican Hill stadium. Peter, Paul and many of the early Christians died during this persecution.

   Since Paul was a Roman citizen, he could not be killed like the others. Rather, he was taken to the Ostian Way and beheaded. Legend tells that Peter and Paul met on their way to their respective places of death, a moment beautifully captured in many icons. They embrace, both anxious concerning their fates, yet at peace knowing that they have fought the good fight, have won the race, and that a crown of victory awaits them (2 Timothy 4:7). Major churches now tower over the traditional sites of their martyrdom.

   How do you maintain fidelity and faith when bombarded with situations in today's world that challenge your beliefs?

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2008

“POWER LAB”

                               OLPH SOCIAL HALL    

August 4-8, 2008     9 a.m. to 12 noon      Ages 4-12

Volunteers Needed - Students in Grades 5-12 and adults.  More information and registration forms are available in the back of the church and at the Administration Center.

 

 

 

 

Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament School

Register now for 2008 - 2009 School Year

All Day Kindergarten, First - Eighth Grade

Before and After School Care is available.

Financial Assistance is available for ALL children.

Pre-School for 3 and 4 year olds

Half Day & All Day Pre-School

Any parents wanting more information

or to register their child/ren should call

the School Office, 724-226-2345.