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1 The Visionary October A Newsletter of St. Mary Magdalen Parish Volume XVIII Issue 10 On Saturday, Oct. 29, AT 7 pm, our barn and back parking lot will be transformed into a Halloween experience. The Youth Group will be creating The Haunted Barn for you to experience; the back lot will be Trunk & Treat and refreshments will be in the Community Room. We are inviting people to commit to a parking space with their car and give out treats to the visiting munchkins. Your costumes and decorations are optional but will add to the fun. Sign-up sheets for help with the haunted barn can be found at the Youth Table in the Gathering Area. Mark your calendars and please come! You, your family & your friends are invited. WE HELP THOSE IN NEED Livingston County appears to be very prosperous, yet within our county over 7,000 people live below the poverty line. Most of these are the working poor, who survive payday to payday. But it takes very little to cause these folks to sink into desperate straits: an unexpected car repair, an illness or other emergency. Every day these people turn to the eight Catholic churches in the county and several other Christian churches for assistance. At St. Mary Magdalen, we receive calls every day from folks looking for help. Our deacons, Jim Chevalier, Gary Prise and Dave Scharf field these calls and use the money we have available to help them. Non-parishioners are directed to a county-wide, non-denominational group called LOVE, INC (Love, in the name of Christ). They interview the one making the request to verify the need and avoid duplications. Checks are then written that add up to hundreds of dollars a week and several thousand dollars a month. Where do we get this money? Like many churches in the county, we support LOVE, INC, for their work. We contribute $500 a month from our general fund. The additional money we give away comes from the money donated to the Alms box located in our gathering area. Added to that is several hundred dollars from the VG receipts we collect and from the sale of the paper collected near the barn. All of this adds up to several thousand dollars a year. While we might not be able to help everyone who asks, we have been able to help most; while we may not have been able to fulfill every request, we have always been able to give them something. HALLOWEEN PARTY Come One, Come All... Saturday October 29 7 pm - 9 pm Trunk or Treat in the back parking lot Refreshments in the Community Room... Come One, Come All... TO THE Leo & Jean Mayer Brighton Josh & Mandy Suardini Asher & Austen Milford Bob & Karen Gilliam Milford Walt & Sandy Guth Keenan Howell Matt & Megan Uphoff Sydnie & Anna Milford Dale & Jacqi Schaller Jack, Ben & Rebecca Brighton

2 from the PASTORAL COUNCIL from the Our Pastoral Council hosted Directions 2012 on September 14 and gathered with the ministry teams who help direct our parish. All of the teams put together their goals/strategies based on the new pastoral goals which are: Being a community of simplicity, peace, joy and inspiration, we will continue to enrich the spiritual life of the individual members within our community. Building on those spiritual lives, we will continually cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community. Embracing the Great Commandment of Christ to Love one another as I have loved you, we will expand those practices to address the needs of the greater community. The Members of the Pastoral Council Dwayne Bilicki Madelyn Gostomski Ted Eisenhut Laura Meader Dave Naumowicz Patti Conahan Denise Putnam Karen Tuthill Cindy Finelli Dan Schifko Susan Vitale Colleen Schulte (Chair) Debbie Dehanke, Secretary Sr. Maryetta Churches, OP Fr. David F. Howell from the FINANCE COUNCIL July June 2011 Final YTD as of June 30, 2011 REVENUE SOURCES August 31 Year to Date Projected Budget Sunday Stewardship 82,836 1,165,651 1,150,000 Building Fund Pledges 17, , ,600 Religious Formation/Donations ,902 90,600 TOTAL 101,004 1,684,157 1,404,200 EXPENDITURES August 31 Year to Date Projected Budget Programs & Staffing 102,889 1,718,233 1,044,200 Diocesan Accrued Interest 332, ,611 0 Building Mortgage 41, , ,000 TOTAL 477,300 2,259,851 1,404,200 BALANCE (plus/minus) -376, ,694 Net Building Fund Pledges/Expenses +534,764 YTD Net Profit/Loss Parish Operating Budget -40,930 from the TIME & TALENT COUNCIL The Time and Talent Council met with the Pastoral Council and the ministry teams at Directions 2012 on September 14. Their next meeting is Sept. 28. The Members of the Time & Talent Council Carlene Demers Don Terns Marion Kocian Elaine Tripi Sharon Wagner (Chair) Mary Helen Buntin Audrey Schilkey Mark Wright Sean Carney Ted Zvosec James Chevalier Sherrie Kunkel Dan VanTiem Chris Topley Sr Maryetta Churches Father David Howell

3 OCTOBER THANKS The days are shorter but are brightened by a wash of color. In gardens and farmlands, the planters hurry to gather in the bounty of fruits, vegetables and grains. There are fruits and vegetables to be canned; grain to be milled and other foods to be carefully stored so that they can last through the long winter. The sheer bounty leads many to be genuinely grateful. Our modern world has few equivalents. While a few industries may have busy seasons, there is no real "harvest time" for most of us. Perhaps the only thing even remotely similar to a harvest time is April 15. On tax day, we can truly see how much we have received as income and then we figure out what percentage of it will be given to the government as taxes. Perhaps it would be better to ask our parishioners to look at their financial stewardship in April rather than October. But real stewards are not motivated by a law like tax payers. Real stewards are motivated by gratitude and a genuine desire to return to God a portion of what has been received. So during harvest time, we are asked to look again at how much we have received and how much of that is shared with others for the love of God.. The Scriptures speak of returning to God a tithe, a tenth of all the time, talent and treasure that has been received. As Catholics, we define the ideal of a tithe as giving 5% to the Church and donating the other 5% to worthwhile charities. The December/January packet of stewardship envelopes begins with a commitment card which helps our Finance Council to budget for the coming year. But more importantly it is a statement of what will be returned to God in thanks for all we have received. While most use weekly envelopes, many parishioners at St. Mary Magdalen now make their offering electronically. The electronic transfer (EFT) makes your commitment automatically each month. If you would like to use this option, check the box on the commitment card, look for an EFT form in the Gathering Area, or go to our website, click on the tab Registration at the bottom of the page, then click on Print Electronic Transfer Form, also at the bottom of the Registration page, to print out a form. You may drop it in the collection basket on the weekend. OF FAITH & SERVICE from Sr. Joyce Hoile, OSF FAMILY FUN NIGHT: SATURDAY, OCT. 15! We will begin with a sandwich meal at 6 pm which is optional at the request of those who don t want to go home after Liturgy and then come back. Sign up is essential for this. Fun activities will begin at 6:30 pm with 1.) playroom for small children, 2.) Gym activities, 3.) card game room, 4.) board game room, and at 7 pm we will show the movie:miracle Dogs. Everyone is invited, so please come. TRUNK & TREAT & HAUNTED BARN! Again this year we will have Trunk & Treat for the kids, and fun and games in the Community room, along with refreshments. You can get frightened by attending the Youth Group inspired Haunted Barn. More details are coming. LECTIO DIVINA Lectio Divina will be offered three times a month through May The prayer sessions are on Tuesday evenings at 7pm in the Parish library. The duration will vary, but about minutes. The sessions are open and you do not have to commit every week. If you have any questions, please contact: Linda Chevalier at (810) or chevalierlinda@att.net. Annual Parish Picnic & Ice Cream Social Everyone who attended had a good time especially those who went home with prizes. Following are some inspirational responses from the M&M Game: Morning Mass Meaningful Ministries Magdalen s Milestones Musical Melody Mystical Moments Miraculous Moments Magdalen s Miracles Magdalens Milestones Magdalen Mothers Magnificent Moms Men & Maidens Magdalen s Memories Magdalens Men Master Mechanics Mary s Many Mischievious Moments Magnificent Magdalens Many Magdalens Mighty Multitude Mood Movers Merry Magdalen s Magdalens Movers Motivated Magdalens Michigan Magdalen s Merry Meal More Munchies Magdalen s Musicians Music Magnificent Musical Masters Meeting Madness

4 RELIGIOUS FORMATION from Mary Mahar Our new year is up and running! Parents of youth in 9th grade, please mark your calendar for our parent and candidate meeting on Sunday, October 9, at 5:30pm. This month we will be celebrating the Rite of Acceptance with our youth in Grades 2, 4, and 9. This Rite is the acknowledgement of our youth and their families of the first step in the journey towards celebrating the Sacrament they are preparing for. We as a parish will affirm our support and prayers for them. The candidates will be signed with the cross on their foreheads, ears, eyes, lips, heart, shoulders, hands and feet by their parents and then a blessing by Fr. Jim, and he will ask us to bless them as well. This Rite is the way we begin serious preparation towards sacraments and it is so the youth say yes, they are ready to find out more! First grade parents will have a meeting during class times on Oct 12/13, and second grade parents will have a meeting during class times on Oct 19/20. Parking lot drop off: We have one lane in the circular drive for drop off only, no standing. We also have two of the crosswalks blocked off to allow little ones and their families to get out into the parking lot safely (please do not drive down these lanes). Please be patient and be sure to watch for little ones in the parking lot as you come and go. I would like to thank our Coordinator and Lead Catechists for this year. They have worked very hard to get our catechists into the classrooms and have helped get everything set up for this new year! I know that many of our families are facing difficult times. If you have not registered for classes for financial reasons, please call me. October Dates to Remember 2 Kindergarten, Family Program, and grade 9 start! 8 Souper Saturday for Catechists & Aides here at St. Mary Magdalen! 9 Grade 9 Parent and Candidate Confirmation Information Meeting 5:30 12/13 1st grade Parent Meetings During Class Times Wed. 4:30 or 6:30/Thurs. 5:30 15 FAMILY NIGHT: food, games and movie here at St MM! 19/20 Grade 2 First Eucharist Parent Meetings During Class Times Wed. 4:30 or 6:30/Thurs. 5:30 16 Family Program 17 Formation Meeting 7pm. All are welcome to attend. 22 4:30 Rite of Acceptance Solemn Penance 23 9:00 Rite of Acceptance First Eucharist 11:00 Rite of Acceptance Confirmation Grade 9 30, Nov2,3 NO CLASSES~ REACH Program Here Nov 9/10 Grade 4 Solemn Penance Parent meetings Wed. 4:30/6:30, Thurs. 5:30 MAGDALEN S LITTLE PEOPLE from Kathie Anderer GREETINGS FROM PRESCHOOL! Our new school year has started and we are up and running and ready to learn and make new friends. The children arrived to meet their new teachers and classmates with great anticipation. Returning again this year is our dedicated staff. Mrs. Wende Cofield and Mrs. Ann Donohue are our teachers for the 3 s and young 4 s and Mrs. Sue Abraham and Mrs. Kathy Riccardi are our teachers for the 4 s and Early 5 s. October will be full of new adventures. We have a field trip planned for Spicers Orchard in Hartland. We get to go to the pumpkin patch and pick out a pumpkin to take home. We always have such a great time walking around the pumpkin patch searching for the perfect pumpkin to make a jack-o-lantern. The cider and donuts aren t bad either! We will also have our pictures taken and our vision checked by the Health Department. At the end of the month we will celebrate Halloween with our classroom parties. Looking forward to another fun filled year. It was a beautiful summer but it s great to be back! There is Fall in the air and with that, all of the beautiful signs of the season to enjoy and explore. God s blessings, Kathie Anderer, director

5 YOUTH NEWS from Margaret Callaghan This month we are busy getting the haunted barn ready for the parish Halloween celebration on Saturday, Oct 29th. Along with the party that takes place in the community room, and the Trunk and Treat in the parking lot, come by the barn for a tour of the Haunted Museum! The tour is suitable for those aged 7-10 yrs and older. We are looking forward to a great show! On October 30 th, we are headed to Lansing for Jamboree! This is a day long event that takes place at the Lansing Center and gathers nearly 1,000 teens from across the diocese. We gather for live music, to see Chris Padget; we celebrate liturgy together, eat and play at the end of the day with a dance. If you are interested in participating, check out the parish website for the details and to find the needed paperwork. Next month will be a very exciting month, as the trip we have been working toward and raising money for will finally be upon us. A group of 32 of us, teens and adults, will board the bus on Thursday the 18 th and head off to Indianapolis for the National Catholic Youth Conference! It is three days of inspirational speakers, live, Christian music, nationally renowned speakers; opportunities for Reconciliation, daily Mass and chances all weekend long to encounter the face of God and be moved by the Holy Spirit! Beginning this month, the youth will be again selling Dearborn Meats. You can preorder your Thanksgiving turkey and or Christmas ham. We will be in the gathering area for a few weekends this month and then you can order with me via my . Of course you can order all the delicious meats and meat snacks that Dearborn has to offer. Delivery and pick up will be the Monday of Thanksgiving week. THE EDGE for 6, 7 & 8 graders We are BACK and meeting regularly again on the 2 nd and 4 th Monday of the month. Our first meeting back is the 10 th in the youth room. Come and join us for EDGE Adventure!! Start off in the youth room and be open to where the meeting might take you! Come dressed for the outdoors and ready for adventure. Look too, for information regarding our trip to Spicer s Apple Orchard in Hartland. Our second meeting will take place there. Watch the bulletin and website for details. But for now, note it on your calendar. THANKS & PRAISE from Sr. Maryetta Churches, OP We give thanks and praise for all those who have volunteered their time and talents to serve on ministry teams and all those who will serve as catechists, aides, hall monitors, office help and nursery. Your sense of dedication is inspirational to all of us who witness it. Thanks and Praise goes out to Community Life for making the Picnic such a wonderful experience. The picnic was a huge success because of your planning, caring and being able to make changes due to the weather. Thanks for all you do! Thanks and Praise goes out to the Prayer Shawl Ministry Women. Would you believe that they have made and created 2 hot pads 2 baby blankets 1 afghan 2 dish cloths 2 cosmetic purses 1 angel blanket 2 lap robes 58 chemo caps 30 prayer shawls All of these gifts were given to parishioners, people at the Woodland Cancer Center, Saint Mary Magdalen youth group Tin Can Raffle, Pregnancy Help Clinic, and St. Mary Magdalen Kitchen. Those who create these gifts are: Lillie Chont, Rita DeRaud, Linda Lord, Nancy McElligatt, Barb Paison, Sandy Paruszkiewicz, Betty Prise, Pam Ruffini, Gail Rutkowski and Pat Shiek. Thanks for all the wonderful work you are doing.

6 ON THE JOURNEY from Diane Kubus I heard a simple saying the other day that I really liked. Being open to the truth brings wisdom. If we are not open to the truth, nothing can penetrate. Isn t that true... We all know what it s like when someone is not able to see the truth. You just can t get through to them no matter what you say or do. Maybe that s where they got, you can lead them to water, but you can t make them drink. You can t make someone see the truth and you certainly can t change them. These things have to come from within. Becoming Catholic is like that. It comes from within from the very start and it requires one to be open to the truth about themselves and their lives. The process of becoming Catholic is a time of conversion, a time of change. It s a time of discovery, a time of learning and of growth. Although it s a journey of faith, I like to call it also a journey of the heart because it really is a turning of the heart to God. The person in the process of becoming Catholic begins to see differently, value differently and relate differently because the person is different. In Paul s Second Letter to the Corinthians: "If anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation; everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!" (5:17) In the process a person changes inwardly and in one's way of being in the world. But what starts anyone of us on an inner journey? The experience of this journey to God is begun often quietly, it s never dramatic. We are in the midst of our daily lives with umpteen commitments and all the pressures we face every day. We move from one thing to the next, responding to the needs of those around us, keeping up with the demands of work, seeking out a bit of relaxation when it s possible and mostly just living as best we can from day to day. Then our world starts to change. Conversion, is rarely instantaneous or dramatic, and is hardly ever convenient. Sometimes in our consciousness, something seems to be missing or something just doesn t seem right or something doesn t make sense. We can t quite put our finger on it, but we feel dissatisfied or a bit restless. Then something happens and it breaks into our awareness. Sometimes we re made to examine the meaning and direction of our lives because of another person who comes into our lives. Sometimes the conversion journey starts with a word that we hear; a word of hope or forgiveness. Or it s a word of challenge that we just can t seem to brush aside. Something starts to nag at us and that vague restlessness and dissatisfaction becomes more acute. We begin to look more closely at the truth within ourselves. Whatever it is - large or small, a person, word or event it s a turning to God, desiring a change of heart, choosing life and embracing a relationship with God. Conversion includes listening to God, and it requires an openness and acceptance of truth. The first phase of the process of becoming Catholic is called Faith Inquiry because it s the time when people inquire about the Catholic faith. It can be the beginning of a journey of faith, a journey of the heart for those who chose it. Faith inquiry for adults is on Monday evenings from 7-8:30pm in the East Room. The children and youth (7 yrs. and older) meet on the same night, same time (separate from the adults) in the Library. For more information you can call me in the office or rcia@saintmarymagdalen.org COUNCIL COMMENDATIONS The Pastoral Council would like to commend Karen McNally for all the ministry she does at Gleaners. Karen has been at Gleaners for many years and has helped people in need with her caring, loving and ministry skills. Thanks for all you have done and continue to do, Karen! The Council would also commend Lee Hostnik for his ministry to the Youth Group. Lee has become a wonderful role model for the teens. Lee comes to Youth Group, interacts with the teens and youth leaders and shares his faith journey with them. Great job, Lee!

7 CHARITY & JUSTICE from Lisa Klein Right to Life Prayer Chain is October 2, from 2:00 3:30 p.m. Meet at Pregnancy Help Clinic at 1:45 and join in prayer for the protection of the sanctity of human life. CROP Walk is October 16! It starts at St. Patrick Church with registration at 1:30 and the three-mile walk begins at 2:00 p.m. Join our St. Mary Magdalen team and walk to raise awareness and funds to support world hunger. St. Mary Magdalen will host the R.E.A.C.H. Homeless Shelter Oct. 31 through Nov. 7, This is a program sponsored by the Salvation Army in which local churches host the homeless of Livingston County. We are in need of volunteers to do the following: Morning Chaperones Prepare and serve breakfast and sack lunches. Approximately 6:30 8:30 AM Morning Drivers Transport guests to Salvation Army at approximately 8:30 AM. Join guests for breakfast earlier when possible. Evening Drivers Transport guests from Salvation Army to St. Mary Magdalen at approximately 5:30 PM. Join for dinner if possible. Dinner Hosts Prepare and serve dinner meal. Clean up. Eat with guests and socialize, approximately 6 8 PM. Evening Chaperones Socialize with guests from 8 11 PM. Overnight Chaperones - At least 1 each male and female. Sleep in shifts one host awake at all times till 6:30 AM. If you would like to help out with the above or provide food items, please sign-up at the C&J table in the gathering area. Please direct questions to John Lawler at JANDMLAWLER@GMAIL.COM or call You can also volunteer on line at THE KNIGHTS CORNER Wow! We not only had great weather for our annual Hospice/VA palliative care car show, we had a record turnout. There were 183 cars beating the previous record of 150. We had a lot of brothers that made this car show spectacular and I would like to give thanks to all of you and special thanks to our two co-chairs, Dan Schifko and John Yanok. As a result of all the hard work, great weather and all the fantastic car enthusiasts, we were able to raise over $4000 for this wonderful cause. Thanks to all of you and hope to see you next year. Our council is looking for a few good men. If you would like to have some fun and fellowship while giving back to the church and community, please contact me, at gk12295@mikofc.org or my cell phone If you are already a member of our council and have not volunteered in a while, please consider signing up to help at one of our events. We have several opportunities that may fit into your schedule. As the saying goes, Many hands make light work! Thank you. Don Powell Grand Knight Council12295 AUTUMN PRAYER Lord, we come before you in thanksgiving for the gifts you have given. The color of this season reminds us of the beauty you alone can create. We are thankful for the food you provide in the harvest. You have filled the earth with your gifts. You have blessed us. We are ever grateful, Lord, and will never stop singing your praises. To you be honor and glory forever. Amen.

8 The DEACONʹS BENCH from Dave Scharf How many times, in the course of a given day, have you heard someone protest, That s not fair! Children on a playground shout when they detect a foul play: That s not fair! Siblings doing household chores may complain, I m doing more work! or My chores are more difficult; that s not fair! Students at school may resent the extra attention given to a classmate... She s the teacher s favorite; that s not fair! A brother thinks his piece of pie appears to be smaller than his sister s -- That s not fair! Someone at work receives a raise in salary when another person thinks he/she is more deserving: I have seniority. I ve been here longer; that s not fair! The coach of the Little League baseball team always puts her child in as starting pitcher; other players are annoyed... That s not fair! Taxpayers bristle at the fact that increasing numbers of people are applying for and receive welfare from the government... I have to work hard to make a living for me and my family. So should everyone else... that s not fair! In each of these several examples, human sensibilities regarding fairness and patience have been offended, precisely because of the fact that they are human. Most of us think that good work, seniority and experience should be rewarded, that all should be subject to the same rules, like First come, first served, that everyone should be treated impartially and that there should be no exceptions and no favorites! Therefore, when confronted with a situation our sense of fairness in provoked. Now, that being said, ever wonder how Jesus might have felt? Is fairness based upon our standards or on God s. We are commanded to love one another as I have loved you. Do we? Can we? THE OTHER BENCH from Jim Chevalier Our parish is a Parish family. This is one reason you may have decided to become a member, because we are a family. As family members, we are called to be involved both with our time and talent, as well as with our financial resources. Budget has been one of the key concerns of our Federal and State government. It is also a parish concern. As a follow up to my homily of Oct.8-9, we all need to be aware of our parish financial condition. As indicated in the monthly Visionary, our current annual budget is $1,583,190; this equates to $30,446 for a weekly budget. However, the average weekly income received for the first 12 weeks of this fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) is $20,445! We need everyone s help to meet our parish budget. Currently, our parish has 1271 families registered, but only 376 envelopes are being used. This includes electronic fund transfers. Please, please pray about increasing your weekly contribution if at all possible during these difficult economic times. And I especially appeal to those 895 families who are not now using their envelopes. SERVANT OF MANY from Gary Prise A short time ago my spiritual director shared some wisdom with me from an unknown author. It s worth passing on, it has to do with resenting someone, and it goes like this: The moment you start to resent a person you become their slave. They control your dreams, absorb your digestion, rob you of your peace of mind and good will, and take away the pleasure of your work. They ruin your spirituality and nullify your prayers. You cannot take a vacation without them going along! They destroy your freedom of mind and hound you wherever you go. There is no way to escape the person you resent. They are with you when you are awake. They invade your privacy when you sleep. They are close beside you when you eat, when you drive your car, and when you are on the job. You can never have efficiency or happiness. They influence even the tone of your voice. They require you to take medicine for indigestion, headaches and loss of energy. They even steal your last moment of consciousness before you go to sleep. So if you want to be a slave, harbor your resentments. When some one hurts me or I have a conflict with another I get mad and all too often stew about it for weeks. In reality who am I really hurting; the other person usually has no idea I m mad, and they probably couldn t care. It really is best to forgive, move ahead, and live life in peace as God intended. 7

9 MARKING THE CALENDAR October 1 (Saturday) THE BLESSING OF PETS Deacon Dave Scharf will lead this prayer asking God s blessing on our pets at 10 am under the canopy at the main entrance! October 15 (Saturday) FAMILY FUN NIGHT! Games, activities, a movie; Fun for all beginning at 6:30pm. An optional sandwich meal will be available at 6pm for those who stay after the 4:30 Liturgy. Everyone is invited! October 29 (Saturday) HALLOWEEN PARTY and HAUNTED BARN! It s a family party A Trunk & Treat Gathering from 7 9 pm in the back parking lot with refreshments in the Community Room. We are looking for volunteers to set up their car trunk or truck or van or table in the back parking lot and to decorate it! Then just be there to hand out candy or non-food treats to the children who come by. Costumes and decorations are encouraged. Prizes will be awarded to the best decorated space. November 1 (Tuesday) ALL SAINTS DAY This wonderful holy day of obligation celebrates all those who are with the Lord. Come celebrate our communion with all the saints. The Liturgies are at 9 am and 7 pm! November 2 (Wednesday) ALL SOULS DAY This feast is a day of prayer for all those who have died. We pray that, if the dead are not already with God, the Lord might bring them into His glory. Our deceased relatives and friends will be commemorated at our annual memorial Liturgy at 7 pm. SAINT MARY MAGDALEN PARISH 2201 S. Old U.S. 23 Highway Brighton, MI (810) Fax (810) PASTORAL STAFF Office Hours Mon - Fri: 8:30-4:30pm FILLING IN FOR FR. DAVE Fr. Jim Lothamer PASTOR Fr. David F. Howell pastor1@saintmarymagdalen.org PASTORAL MINISTER Sr. Maryetta Churches, O.P. pastmin2@saintmarymagdalen.org EDUCATION & FORMATION- YOUTH Mary Mahar, Director mmahar@parishmail.com Karen MacDonald, Admn. Asst. sect2@saintmarymagdalen.org FORMATION & EVANGELIZA- TION- ADULTS Sr. Joyce Hoile, O.S.F. pastmin1@saintmarymagdalen.org RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION & LITURGICAL COORDINATOR Diane Kubus rcia@saintmarymagdalen.org liturgist@saintmarymagdalen.org DEACONS H. David Scharf deacon1@saintmarymagdalen.org James Chevalier deacon2@saintmarymagdalen.org Gary Prise deacon3@saintmarymagdalen.org SECRETARIES Josie Doucette sect1@saintmarymagdalen.org Debbie Dehanke sect3@saintmarymagdalen.org Sandi Phillips sect4@saintmarymagdalen.org BOOKKEEPER Dave Wisniewski bookkeeper@saintmarymagdalen.org MAGDALEN S PRESCHOOL Kathie Anderer, Director preschool1@saintmarymagdalen.org YOUTH MINISTRY Tom & Margaret Callaghan youth1@saintmarymagdalen.org PASTORAL MUSICIAN Steven H. Schulte steve@colleengleason.com MAINTENANCE Leo Camden maint1@saintmarymagdalen.org Jack Hardy Jeanette Moran

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