IHM. St. Philip. A Family Growing in Faith. Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Auburn, Maine

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1 IHM A Family Growing in Faith. WEEKEND MASS TIMES SATURDAY-4:00 PM SUNDAY-7:30 AM SUNDAY-9:15 AM SUNDAY-11:00 AM Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Auburn, Maine Fr. Robert D. Lariviere, Pastor Rev. Mr. Denis Mailhot, Deacon denis.mailhot@portlanddiocese.org Sr. Elizabeth Platt, C.O.C. Pastoral Associate elizabeth.platt@portlanddiocese.org Church 8 Place Corner of Minot & Western Avenue Church 2365 Turner Road IHM Parish Office 24 Place (207) Office Hours: Mon Thu 8:30 to 4:30 (Closed Friday) Ihmadmin@portlanddiocese.org WEEKDAY MASSES WEEKDAY 7:45 AM MASSES During Renovations 7:45 AM Only CONFESSION SATURDAY 3:00 PM-3:30 PM HOLY DAY MASSES 7:00 AM 12:00 noon 6:00 PM

2 Everyday Stewardship How many public self-storage facilities can you find in your city or town? They seem to be popping up everywhere. One day I was talking to my neighbor and he was explaining that he just wanted to have his garage back again. He was thinking about moving everything to a storage unit so he could gain what he wanted more than all that stuff: space. We talked about the fact that if he chose to follow through with it there was no shortage of places to house all of it. Of course, we also agreed that it would be better to simply let go of all it. He could sell it or give it away. But, of course, it was good stuff! So good, in fact, one was tempted to rent a whole new space to house it! I am not against stuff in principle, but I do realize that stuff can become a stumbling block to real freedom. Sometimes our possessions take on an importance that begins to dictate how we act or how we give of ourselves to God and others. An everyday steward seeks detachment from things of this world that will one day pass away. Things that we possess should be seen as pathways into experiences that glorify God, whether they allow us to serve others, enrich our lives lived daily for God, or even help make leisure and recreation time resting in God's presence easier. But the simpler the life, the fewer distractions there are from focusing on those we love and our relationship with God. And besides, do you really think a monthly payment to house stuff you don't really need is the best stewardship way of life? Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS Liturgical Publications IHM Family Faith Formation A home-based, family-orientated, way of living and learning our Faith! Founded on the principle that children learn the faith best when they learn it from their parents, Family Faith Formation trains, supports and encourages parents to teach their children by supplying a complete, easy-to-use curriculum and monthly training sessions. New families please call X 1202 to register. September Session: Overview/ Family Prayer Sunday the10th, Tuesday the 12th, Sunday the 17th, Stay Spiritually Fit According to Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Prayer is Good Medicine, it is proven that people who pray regularly live longer and spend fewer health dollars. Prayer develops our relationship with God and thereby adds a deeper meaning to our lives. Prayer is both personal and communal with our church family. Start simply with prayers of thanks for each other, for our meals, and for another day. THE BIBLE and the VIRGIN MARY Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 The Bible and the Virgin Mary is a dynamic twelve-part video series that beautifully explains the Catholic truths about Our Lady, showing how she has been a part of God s plan to bring salvation to the world since the beginning of time. This Bible study program is designed to help ordinary Catholics grow in their knowledge of the Scriptures while deepening their understanding of the riches of our faith. Beginning September 10th and Sunday s 10:00 am Parish Office Tuesday s 8:30 am Parish Hall Don Smith, Director of Faith Formation X 1202 Christianity is not a system of ethics; it s a life. Its not good advice; it is divine adoption. Being a Christian does not consist in just being kind to the poor, going to church, singing hymns, or serving on church committees, though it includes all of these. It is first and foremost a love relationship with Jesus Christ. Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen As evangelizers, we are called to share a love relationship with Jesus Christ and God s people. IHM Evangelization Team "That Man is You" Every other Saturday at Church at 7:00 AM September 16 & 30, 2017 All men are welcome!

3 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 3, 2017 STEWARDSHIP OFFERING Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish August 27 $ 8,268 (basket) 365 (online) Total Weekly $ 8,633 Second Collection There will be a second collection next week, September 9th & 10th for Catholic University of America & Special Education Needs Feeding the Poor & Hungry In Matthew s Gospel, Jesus reminds us For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me In keeping alive the spirit of service and charity, we have placed the food collection baskets in our church entrances and again ask for your donations of non-perishable food items as families continue to struggle. Food ideas include: dry cereal, peanut butter, rice and pasta; canned tuna, canned chicken, canned fruits, canned soups, beans and other canned vegetables; healthy snacks for kids, crackers, bar soap and toilet paper. Donations will support our parish families as well as St. Mary s Food Pantry that provides emergency food assistance in our community. FMI, contact Deacon Denis The Presence Radio Network Week of Sunday, September 3, 2017 New Programming The Patrick Coffin Show Saturday at 11am and Sunday at 8pm Many of you remember Patrick Coffin as the host of Catholic Answers Live The Presence Radio is pleased to announce we are now airing The Patrick Coffin Show, his new program features fascinating in-depth interviews with innovators and influencers who have deep practical insights into our current culture. Join Patrick on Saturday at 11am and Sunday at 8pm. The Presence Radio is your listener-supported Catholic radio FM in Greater Portland, 90.3 FM in Greater Bangor, 89.7 FM Mid-Coast, 89.5 FM Augusta, 97.5 Fort Kent, 1390AM Northern Maine, FM in Springvale & Sanford IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY and PRINCE OF PEACE PARISHES WOMEN S ACTS RETREAT - OCTOBER Where: Notre Dame Spiritual Center, Alfred, Maine Thursday, October 19, to Sunday, October 22. We invite you to join us for a spiritually uplifting weekend. Set aside some time for God and yourself. Get away from your usual busy schedule by joining women like yourself wise enough to seek His answers to life, family and eternity. This weekend is an opportunity to strengthen your faith, renew yourself spiritually, and establish friendships with some great women. All women age 21 and older are encouraged to attend. The total cost of the retreat is $250.00, which includes lodging, food, beverages, and all activities. A non-refundable registration fee of $50.00 will reserve your place. The balance of $ is due at the Thursday evening check-in. FMI, please visit or contact Director Barb Moran at , or barbarabmoran@hotmail.com or Co-Director s GG Galarneau at and Martha Adams at Space is limited so register soon! Registration forms available in the Narthex of all Prince of Peace and Immaculate Heart of Mary Churches I am the Lord, there is no other. ~ Isaiah 45:6 Listen online Download the free Presence Radio smartphone app or dial and listen on your cell phone or T-Mobile users dial Golden Age Club Meeting Golden Age Club will meet September 12, 2017, at Church. Social Hour from 11:00 to Noon; Game time from 1:00 to 2:00. Lunch will be Pot Luck, you know everyone brings something and that s what we have to eat. So Please call Paula Baril at to let us know you re coming and what you are bringing Something yummy I m sure. Thank you. We look forward to seeing you all. New members and guests are always welcome. BOARD MEMBERS: Please come early for a quick board meeting at 10:45am. If you can t make it please call me. Thanks. Barbara Johnson Saint Dominic Academy still has a limited number of openings for the academic year. St. Dom's is a pre-k to 12 Catholic college preparatory school with campuses in Lewiston and Auburn. St. Dom s evangelizes students by fostering faith, academic excellence, community, and service in a nurturing environment. For more information or to schedule a personal tour, please Contact Marilyn Beauparlant at or marilyn.beauparlant@portlanddiocese.org.

4 PARISH FACILITIES CALENDAR Saturday, September 2 Sunday, September 3 Coffee and Donuts following 9:15 am Mass, Monday, September 4 Tuesday, September 5 Quilting Group, 9:00 am, Catechist Meeting,6:00 Wednesday, September 6 AA/Al-Anon meeting, 8:00 pm, Thursday, September 7 Nar-Anon meeting, 6:00 pm, Friday, September 8 Saturday, September 9 Sunday, September 10 Coffee and Donuts following 9:15 am Mass, Family Faith Formation, 10:30 am, Divine Mercy Chaplet, 12 noon, Dubois Family Group Bar-B-Que at s Saturday September 9th at 12 Noon "WE ARE ALL CALLED": Do you want to touch the suffering flesh of Jesus in others? We are all called to do our share in the new evangelization. We are ordinary Catholic men like yourself journeying to the fullness of life that only Jesus can provide us with. As we journey, we share weekly Sunday liturgy and dialog on Thursday evenings with jail inmates located at the Androscoggin County Jail in Auburn. Please join us as we bring Jesus with his tender love and mercy inside the walls. "Visit the Imprisoned" with us. Witness the Holy Spirit at work within. For more information, please contact: Al , Jon , Bruce or Bert The Divine Mercy Chaplet in song will be celebrated on Sunday, September 10, following the 11:00 am Mass at. The Icon of Divine Mercy, blessed by Saint John Paul II will be adorning the front of the Church during this special service. David Audet, Laura Audet, Anita Bedard, Diane Bellavance, Cheryl Bilodeau, Stephen Bilodeau, Noah Bisson, Connie Blouin, Ray Bergeron, Andrew Carsley, Kathy Cichon, Leo Daignault, Paul LaChapelle, Ranger Ledoux, Florence Meronek, Pauline Penley, Doreen Pettinger, Jeannette Platt, Roger Rioux, Anita Roy, Claudette Samson, Brenda Weeks, Wilhelmia Wiegman and Irene Witas

5 MASS Intentions Saturday 9/2 4:00 pm 1st Anniv. Grace Bernatchez by Daughter Sue, Son-In-Law Walter & Family Sunday 9/3 7:30 am Bert Vallee by Mary Ann Vallee 9:15 am Immaculate Heart of Mary Parishioners 11:00 am Maurice Galarneau by Family Monday 9/4 7:45 am Lucien Dube by Family Tuesday 9/5 7:45 am Rita Culliton by Lorraine Luce Wednesday 9/6 7:45 am Rita Thibault by Family Thursday 9/7 7:45 am Rachel Cyr by Roland Bergeron & Lorraine Cote Friday 9/8 7:45 am Richard Dionne, Sr by Dan & Mariane Cote Saturday 9/9 4:00 pm Fr. Norm Carpentier by I.H.M Golden Age Club Sunday 9/10 7:30 am Immaculate Heart of Mary Parishioners 9:15 am David Lowell by Georgette, Charles, Bill, Jane & Tammy 11:00 am Roy Dube by Family Renewal Conference: October 7 The Gifting of the Holy Spirit starts at 8:30 A.M. at Sky Hy in Topsham. The conference will feature teaching, prayer workshops, small group discussion, and a healing service with Fr. Richard Rice at 3:30 P.M. followed by Mass. The main speaker will be Deacon Al Burleigh. Admission is $10, which will pay for lunch. For more information on the conference & housing, or to register please call Jennifer LaPierre at (207) The conference is sponsored by the Diocese of Portland s Office of Charismatic Renewal. Readings for the Week of September 3, 2017 Sunday: Jer 20:7-9/Ps 63:2-6, 8-9/Rom 12:1-2/ Mt 16:21-27 Monday: 1 Thes 4:13-18/Ps 96:1, 3-5, 11-13/Lk 4:16-30 Tuesday: 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14/ Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday: Col 1:1-8/Ps 52:10-11/Lk 4:38-44 Thursday: Col 1:9-14/Ps 98:2-6/Lk 5:1-11 Friday: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30/Ps 13:6/ Mt 1:1-16, or 1:18-23 Saturday: Col 1:21-23/Ps 54:3-4, 6, 8/Lk 6:1-5 Next Sunday: Ez 33:7-9/Ps 95:1-2, 6-9/Rom 13:8-10/ Mt 18:15-20