WEDDING BANNS

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to

Jenny Klein & Geoff Fruin and Lindsey Johnson & Todd Keppler who were married this weekend at St. Mary's!

REST IN PEACE

We pray for the repose of the souls of Mary Hoagland, sister of Shirley Doornbos; Daniel Alberhasky, brother of Charles Alberhasky; and Marie McGill Langenfeld, stepmother of Tom Langenfeld.

May they be welcomed into everlasting life!

MASSES FOR THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

St. Mary's

   August 14th, 5:10 PM

   August 15th, 12:10 PM and 7 PM

St. Patrick's

   August 15th, 8:30 AM

St. Thomas More

   August 15th, 9 AM and 6 PM

St. Wenceslaus

   August 14th, 5:30 PM

   August 15th, 7 AM and 5:30 PM

FREE LUNCH

St. Mary's will be providing Free Lunch on Friday, August 18th, at the Wesley Center. Please volunteer to contribute food on the sign-up sheet in the vestibule. Food may be brought to the parish hall on Thursday, between 7--8:30 PM. Volunteers are also needed to serve our guests!

Baptism Class

Our next Baptism class will be held on Saturday, August 19th, beginning at 9:30 AM in the parish hall. It is not necessary to register for this class.

Inquiry Sessions

Inquiry sessions for adults wishing to find out more about the Catholic Faith will be held on Sunday, August 20th, from 11 AM to noon at the rectory (brick building just west of the church) and on Tuesday, August 22nd or 24th from 7-8 PM in the parish hall (basement of the church). These sessions are for those seeking to join the Catholic Church, for Catholic adults who are not yet confirmed, or for anyone who wishes to find out more about the Catholic faith. Each inquiry session is the same, so you only need to participate in one.

St. Bridget's Band

St. Bridget's Band Bridge Club will meet on Monday, August 14th, at 12 PM

Attention 2006-2007 Confirmation Candidates

A Confirmation information meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19th, at 7:00PM for all St. Mary's youth in grades 9-12 who would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in 2007. The meeting will take place in the church. At least one parent must also attend this meeting. For more information, contact Patti McTaggart at St. Mary's parish office (337-4314).

REGINA NEWS

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Registration for Tri-Parish Religious Education at Regina is taking place now. Parent packets were sent in the mail the first week of August. If you have not received yours, please the Religious Education Office at 351-7638. It is very important that we receive the registrations as soon as possible.

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.

THANK YOU!

The Regina Boosters would like to thank all those that gave so generously of their time this year at the 4-H fair food stand. We would especially like to acknowledge Jan Donohoe and all the volunteer pie makers for a job well done. Your help is greatly appreciated!

IOWA CITY FALL FUN FESTIVAL

September 1st - 3rd

3 v 3 Soccer Shootout: Saturday, September 2nd. Contact Ann Larew to register or for more information at 337-8859.

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.

3 WINNER RAFFLE: Return your tickets for a chance to win one of three great prizes! Mail or drop them in your parish's collection basket. For more tickets or information, contact the Regina Public Relations Office, 358-2455.

OTHER HAPPENINGS

Benefit Garage Sale - Support the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Johnson County at their benefit garage sale on Friday, August 18th, from noon to 6 PM and Saturday, August 19th, from 9 AM to 2 PM at Old Brick (corner of Clinton and Market streets).

WHY BE CATHOLIC? You are invited to participate in a Spirit and Truth Conference held on Saturday, September 9th, at the Marie Graber Ballroom, Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa. This event is open to men, women, college and high school age youth. Speakers include Patrick Madrid, Patty Schneier, and Fr. Brian Dellaert. For more information or to register, visit www.springtimeofhope.org.