THE STEWARDSHIP "TAG"

Am I THANKFUL for all the gifts God has given me?
Am I ACCOUNTABLE for using my gifts?
Am I GENEROUS in sharing my gifts of time, talent, and treasure?
STEWARDSHIP is NOT A PROGRAM. It's a WAY OF LIFE!

WEDDING BANNS

REST IN PEACE

We pray for the repose of the soul of Elizabeth Vander Kle, mother of Barbara Gingerich.

May she be welcomed into everlasting life!

FROM BISHOP FRANKLIN

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Every day, we are challenged to respond in some way to the pain and suffering that is so abundant in our world. In fact, many of us experience firsthand some type of suffering each and every day. However, we also realize that we have been truly blessed in so many ways. As Christians, we are asked to share those blessings, to lend a helping hand and to help alleviate the suffering of other members of our human family.

As we do so, we practice the charity that Jesus called us to when he stated, "For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me." (Mt 25:35-37)

The Diocesan Works of Charity collection is one way that we, as local Church, can work together to respond to the suffering in our world by providing assistance to those in need. This special collection will be taken up at all Masses in the Diocese of Davenport this weekend. We ask that you share the Lord’s love by giving generously to this collection.

Sincerely in the peace and joy of Christ,

Most Rev. William E. Franklin
Bishop of Davenport

ALTAR SERVER PIZZA PARTY

Thursday, July 27th, 6:30 PM

All of St. Mary's altar servers are invited to a pizza party in recognition and appreciation of their
commitment to the parish.

SUMMER BIBLE SCHOOL

When: July 31st - August 3rd
           8:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Where: Regina Education Center
Who: Anyone three years old up to entering fifth grade in the fall.

Child care will be provided for anyone under three years of age.

If you wish to register your child or volunteer, please call the office at 337-4314.

Children's Choir CD

St. Mary's Children's Choir CDs are available for anyone who would like to have one. There is no cost for the CDs, however free-will donations will be accepted. If you are interested, please contact the parish office to reserve your copy (337-4314).

REGINA HAPPENINGS

JOB OPENINGS

Regina Elementary is in need of:

   kindergarten aides/recess supervisors
   an office assistant
   a kindergarten teacher
   a fourth grade teacher
   and a band teacher
for the 2006/2007 school year.

Send your letter of interest and resume to:
   Regina Elementary,
   2120 Rochester Avenue,
   Iowa City, Iowa 52245

Questions? Call 337-5739.

Regina Student Nutrition Services Positions:

1 full time position - Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 2:45 PM with benefits. Duties include preparing and serving food to students.

2 part time positions - Monday through Friday or 2-3 days/week. Duties include setting up condiment stations, cleaning tables, and cashiering.

Contact Cathy Gehris at 338-5436, ext 130 and leave a message or email cgheris@regina.pvt.k12.ia.us to state your interest.

Thanks to Regina Golf Sponsors

On behalf of the Romanowski/Regina VIP Golf Committee, we would like to extend a BIG thank you to all our course sign sponsors, prize donors, volunteers, and golfers who participated in our 7th annual tournament.

This year's tournament raised $45,000. The proceeds will be used to upgrade Regina High School's baseball/softball fields and football/soccer complex by accessibility and increasing seating capacity.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Iowa City Fall Fun Festival at Regina

September 1st - 3rd

GARAGE SALE: We will be accepting donations of clothing, housewares, books, and your finest "stuff." Donations may be dropped off at the Regina wrestling room during the week of August 21st, from 4:30 - 8:00 PM or by appointment. Call Nina Bahl (626-6071) or Kathy Klienow (626-4080). Please do not leave items without speaking to someone.

OTHER HAPPENINGS

Iowa Right to Life's first book sale - will be held September 14-16, 2006. Proceeds will be directed toward pregnancy centers and for education. They need book donations, book donation sites, and volunteers. If you can help or need further information, contact Judee Albert at 400-1540 or jcrtl@hotmail.com.

CEW 2007 - Next year's directors are planning for CEW 2007 and want to you to know the dates. The women's CEW is March 9th-11th and the men's CEW is March 23-25. Mark your calendar! Registration materials will be available at a later date.

Public Transportation - We are looking for people over 50 years old who would like to come downtown more often if public transportation came closer to their residence and/or was more affordable. Please call Rae Blanchard at 338-2296 to leave a message.