WEDDING BANNS

HOLY HOUR FOR VOCATIONS

St. Mary's will have a Holy Hour for Vocations this Thursday, September 7th, at 7 PM in the church.

St. Mary's Catholic Initiation of Bapized Adults

O'Keefe Hall, Newman Center

Sundays, 10:45AM - 12:15 PM

Sunday September 10th - The Gift of Salvation

Sunday September 17th - New Life in Christ. What is the Catholic Church?

St. Mary's Blue Mass

Everyone is invited to participate in St. Mary's Blue Mass on September 11th, at 12:10 PM.

The Blue Mass - referring to the blue uniforms worn by so many public safety personnel - dates back to 1934. It is an opportunity for people to demonstrate a greater awareness of and gratitude for those who serve us so well.

At this Mass, we will remember and pray for all law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel, as well as those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

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).

125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Davenport

On Saturday, September 30th, the Diocese of Davenport will be celebrating the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Diocese of Davenport in LeClaire Park in downtown Davenport. Mass at St. Anthony's Church in Davenport will begin at 8 AM, followed by a Eucharistic Procession to LeClaire Park. Fr. Brendan Moss, OSB, a monk of St. Meinrad Archabby, Steve Agrisano, Catholic recording artist, and Fr. George McDaniel, Professor of History at St. Ambrose University are included in the afternoon program. The event will conclude at 4 PM with Mass in the park.

WANTED:

St. Mary’s is in need of a part-time janitor/maintenance person, approximately 15-20 hours per week. Flexible hours. If you or someone you know might be interested, please call the parish office at 337-4314.

Sign Language Mass

St. Mary's Christian Formation Commission is exploring the need for offering a sign language Mass each weekend. Please call Rachel at the parish office (337-4314) if you would benefit from this service. Also, we ask persons who have the skills necessary to sign at Mass to call to express willingness to serve.

REGINA NEWS

Tri-Parish Religious Education Needs You

One hundred years from now,
It will not matter what kind of car you drove,
How much money you had in the bank,
Nor what your clothes look like.
But the world may be a little better
Because you were important in the life of a CHILD.

Take time to pray, reflect and listen to God's calling. Our Religious Education Program may be the
ministry you are being called to. For information on how to become a Catechist, call Sr. Mary Frank at 351-7638.

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.

Annual Homecoming Chili Supper

The annual Homecoming Chili Supper will be held in the Regina cafeteria on Thursday, September 14th, from 5-8 PM. An alternative supper for children will also be served (peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and applesauce). Join us to view the Homecoming parade and coronation of the 2006 Homecoming court. The Chili Supper benefits the Junior class. Questions? Call Stacy Sueppel at 338-5436, ext. 234.

OTHER HAPPENINGS

St. Mary's of Solon will host a "Breakfast and Bash" on Sunday, September 3rd, from 9:30 AM to noon. There will also be a silent auction, bingo and kids' games.

Get Ready for the 2007 March for Life!
Johnson County Right to Life is making arrangements for a bus that will spot the trips to/from D.C. into two days. A minimum of 48 people will need to commit by September 5th in order for us to proceed. The price will be $295 - $340 per person (meals extra). The trip is from January 20th - 24th. Email jrtl@hotmail.com or call Judee Albert at 400-1540 to reserve your seat!

Registrations are still being accepted for the Spirit and Truth Conference on Saturday, September 9th, at Marie Graber Ballroom, Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa. Open to men, women, college, and high school youth! For more information or to register, visit: www.springtimeofhope.org.

St. James Church, Washington, is sponsoring their 28th Annual Fall Festival, on Sunday September 10th at the KC Hall from 11 AM - 1 PM. The meal includes a full turkey and pork loin dinner with homemade noodles, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, salads, rolls, beverages and dessert. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for kids.

CEW Renewal: September 10th at St. Wenceslaus parish hall from 4 - 5 PM. Join us for prayer, sharing and socializing. We will also look at doing some Christian apostolic action. Families are welcome.

"One holy, Catholic, apostolic Church." We say we believe in it every week. Come join a small group and reflect again on what it means. Why Catholic? A Journey through the New Catechism of the Catholic Church is a great way to take a new look at what we believe and why we believe it. Watch for a mailing on September 11th.

Iowa Right to Life's first book sale will be held September 14th - 16th in Des Moines. Proceeds will be directed toward pregnancy centers and for education throughout the state. Book donations in Iowa City may be left at St. Thomas More or St. Wenceslaus. If you can help or need further information, contact Judee Albert at 400-1540.