eNews: September 4, 2019

eNews: September 4, 2019

4 Sep 2019 | Posted by: chadmin

School Mass this week is THURSDAY, September 5, NOT FRIDAY.

First Wednesday confession tonight from 5-6pm in the church.

Choir practice will start again on Wed., Sept. 4 from 7-8:30pm in the choir loft. No RSVP necessary, no musical training required. Just a love of singing and desire to serve. If you have questions, contact the parish office.

Treasure in Clay: The Teachings of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Join us as we look at our hometown saint’s life, ministry, and miracles from his autobiography “Treasure in Clay.” No cost to participate. All ages are welcome; come and go as your schedule permits. First session is September 4 in the parish center at 6:30pm. Topic: Who is Sheen.  For a complete schedule or to register visit our website https://www.stphils.com/church/faith-formation/adult/

It’s time to kick off the new year with Men’s Club annual fall steak fry dinner! We’ll start the new year at the parish center banquet room on Thursday, September 5 at 6pm. Our famous and tasty ribeye steaks with all the fixins, and of course a great selection of cold refreshments, all for just $15. At the meeting you can also sign up for this year’s membership if you haven’t already. RSVP today to stphilsmensclub@gmail.com or fill out the form via this link https://www.stphils.com/church/events/mens-club-meeting-6/

Tiny Tigers Moms’ Group meets Fridays starting Sept. 6, 10-11:30am. Join other mothers of young children under the age of 5 for a time to be inspired, rest, and renewed as a wife, mother, and daughter of God. Lap babies are welcome, childcare provided for children walking through age 5. Come to the parish center. Details and online registration available on our website at: https://www.stphils.com/church/faith-formation/women/

Sunday Faith Formation is for our parish children in grades PreK-8 who do not attend St. Philomena School. Classes begin on September 8 with a parent meeting. If you are new to or have questions, contact Father David Richardson or Jenny Witt at faithformation@stphils.com or call the parish office. All families – returning and new – need to register online at https://www.stphils.com/church/faith-formation/children/

RCIA: Interested in learning more about your Catholic faith? Do you or someone you know need to be Confirmed? Do you know someone who wants to become Catholic? Our Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) classes are something you’ll want to check out. Join us on Tuesday, September 10 at 6:30pm for our annual Come and See meeting. We will be in the banquet room of the parish center. No RSVP necessary unless you need child care. For additional questions contact Father David.  Details can also be found online at https://www.stphils.com/church/ .

Sign and Sing Story Time with Communication Junction meets on Thursdays, 8:45-9:15am on Sept. 12-Oct 17 for session 1 and Oct. 24-Dec. 5 for session 2 meeting in the parish center basement toddler room. Cost for each session is $25/family. For details or to register visit https://www.stphils.com/church/faith-formation/children/

FORMED St. Philomena parishioners are invited to spend some time on the FORMED website. FORMED is an online platform where you’ll find movies, video programs, Bible studies and inspiring audio talks. Signing up is easy (and FREE): Just go to www.stphils.formed.org and create an account with your name, email and password. No special code necessary.

Our Wednesday Church Cleaning Crew is in need of at least two more cleaners. If you are interested or have questions, please contact the parish office or go to our website: www.stphils.com/church/serve/groups/

Join us for our first St. Philomena Parent Night of the year on Wednesday, September 11 from 6:30-8:00pm in the parish center. Two practical topics will be shared with the aim of helping school support home, and home support school. We’ll have wine and cheese, door prizes and takeaways, practical suggestions and discussion– we hope to see you there!  Click on this link to RSVP and info: https://forms.gle/G6QbzwfiHdqCyd1EA