SAINT THOMAS MORE Roman Catholic Church

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1 SAINT THOMAS MORE Roman Catholic Church 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time June 26, 2005 Mission Statement With the grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit, and through Sacred Scripture and Tradition, the Saint Thomas More Parish Family welcomes all to join us on our journey in faith and celebration as we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, especially in loving service to those in need. As part of the Universal Church, we witness to the dignity of every person. All this we do to give glory and honor to God..

2 Munster, Indiana Welcome to... Pastoral Staff Pastor...Reverend Michael J. Yadron Associate Pastors... Reverend Michael J. Hoffman... Reverend Keith M. Virus Deacons...Rev. Mr. Leo J. Gajardo... Mr. Joseph Stodola...Dr. Napoleon Tabion Director of Development... Noreen Bickel; Ext. 330 Pastoral Care...Deacon Napoleon Tabion Dir. Religious Formation... Sister Marilyn Hettinger, O.S.B.; Ext. 332 Parish Office Staff Office Hours:M-F 8:00 ~ 8:00 / Sat. 8:00 a.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. Web Site address is: parish.office@stm-church.com Office Phone Office Fax Bulletin Editor... Mrs. Candy Ally; Ext address for bulletin is: bulletin@stm-church.com Bookkeeper...Mrs. Barbara Gondeck Ext. 307 Daytime Receptionist...Mrs. Susan Strain; Ext. 310 Evening Receptionist...Ms. Veronica Brtos; Ext. 310 Pastoral Ministries Circle of Prayer...Mary Jo Humpfer Environment & Art...Jo Ann Long Eucharistic Ministers...Mr. Jerry Reach Hospitality Ministry...Jim D Orazio Lectors...Paulette Paquette Music Ministry...Ms. Angie Lorandos , Ext. 338 Nursery... Kaaren A. Mashura Organist...Mr. John Clodig St. Vincent depaul... Mrs. Sharon Marmalejo SVDP Youth Conference... Lisa Krismanick Vocations Committee... Mrs. Mary Kochis Pastoral Council Joanne Blaesing... David Kapala Allen Blocher...Nancy Klawitter Wendy Depa...Kaaren A. Mashura Jim D Orazio... Marilyn J. Pajor Patrick Feeney... Lynn Tabion Jorge Fernandez...Jane Teller St. Thomas More School Pre-School through 8th Grade Office Hours: M-F 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. School web site ~ myschoolonline.com/in/stthomasmoreschool School Phone School Fax Principal... Mrs. Stacey Atwood; Ext. 322 Dir. of Religious Formation...Sr. Marilyn Hettinger, O.S.B.; Ext. 332 School Administrative Assistant... Ms. Jennifer Gonzalez; Ext. 328 School Reception & Office Associate...Ms. Mary Jo Biscan; Ext. 329 Dir. of Student Special Services... Ms. Tina Boyle; Ext. 323 Home & School Association.... Suzanne Lusk Parish & School Offices Associate...Ms. Pam Wadycki; Ext. 339 Cornerstone Center 8635 Calumet Avenue ~ Munster, IN Phone Fax Sacramental Information Confessions Saturdays... 3:30-5:00 p.m. First Friday...1/2 hour before the 6:30 a.m. Mass Baptisms... First and Third Sundays at 1:00 p.m. Pre Baptism Class...2nd Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Parents must call the Parish Office to schedule class and/or Baptism. Marriage... Contact a priest at least six months in advance Communion calls and visits to Hospitals and Homebound. Call Parish Office for Sacraments at hospital or at home. New Parishioner Registration To make it as convenient as possible for you, new parishioners may register at any time in the Parish Office. New Parishioner Orientation New parishioners are invited to attend a New Parishioner Orientation at 9:00 a.m. in the Solar Room on the last Sunday of every month. If you have not yet registered and want more information about our parish, you are welcome to attend the orientation. St. Thomas More Religious Formation Pre-Kindergarten through 8th Grade Office Hours:M-F 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Formation Phone Director...Sister Marilyn Hettinger, O.S.B.; Ext. 332 Administrative Assistant...Mrs. Audrey Frigo; Ext. 336 Grades K through 8 ~ Wed. & Thurs. 4:30 ~ 6:00 p.m. Pastoral Commissions Chairpersons Formation/Education...Sister Marilyn Hettinger, O.S.B.; Ext 332 Parish Life... Ms. Jean Thornton Peace & Social Justice...Ms. Barbara Shaver Spirituality & Worship... Ms. Joyce Stodola Stewardship...Mr. Cal Bellamy Parish Organizations Altar & Rosary Society...Ruth Banas Elizabeth Ministry...Kathy Espiritu Holy Name Society...Kevin Cloghessy Senior Citizens...Eleanore Schveiger Respect Life...Alice Wohler Knights of Columbus...Courtland S. Driggs Blue Army...Rose Marie Malburg Finance... Barbara Shaver Planned Giving...Ken Krupinski Building Maintenance... Bob Ray Boy Scouts... Paul Taylor Cub Scouts...Curt Anglin Girl Scouts... Jane Surd Catering/Hall Rental...Kathleen Pagorek Mom s Group...Dawn Hein Ushers Club...Jim Marmalejo Youth Group... Pam Ratajack Page 2

3 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time June 26, 2005 CELEBRANTS Saturday, July 2 5:30 pm Father Michael Hoffman Sunday, June 26 6:30 am Father Michael Hoffman 8:00 am Father Michael Hoffman 10:00 am Father Mike Yadron 12:00 noon Father Mike Yadron Monday, June 27 8:30 am E. Hasse, R. Hauer Tuesday, June 28 8:30 am E. Hasse, R. Hauer Devotions 6:30 pm A. Coyle, J. Nolan, K. Murad Wednesday, June 29 8:30 am E. Hasse, R. Hauer Thursday, June 30 8:30 am L. Grunewald, K. Kennedy Friday, July 1 8:30 am L. Grunewald, K. Kennedy Holy Hour 7:00 pm S. Kucharski, B. Wysocki Saturday, July 2 8:30 am L. Grunewald, K. Kennedy 5:30 pm E., A. & P. O Shea, G.W. Childs, K. Flores Sunday, July 3 6:30 am P. & C. Kukla, M. Crabtree 8:00 am T. Yee, J. Biscan, E. Rouse, C. Slivka, M. Yaeger 10:00 am K. & M. Hajduch, R.Hauer, E. Lusk, M. Jerge 12:00 noon J. & R. Romano, D. Ancich SUNDAY, June 26 ~ Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 am For Our Parish Family 8:00 am Betty Schwoegler by Deacon Joe & Joyce Stodola 10:00 am John Titak by Joseph & Carole Janusonis 12:00 pm Thomas Martignoni (Ann.) by Walt Wojcik Family MONDAY, June 27 ~ St. Cyril of Alexandria 6:30 am Anna Karczynski by Daughter Lucy 8:30 am Andrew Pepa, Jr. by Daughter Shirley TUESDAY, June 28 ~ St. Irenaeus 6:30 am Jean Nemeth by Family 8:30 am In Thanksgiving for 58 Years of Marriage of Joe & Genevieve Biegel 10:00 am Helen Smosna by STM Altar &Rosary Society (Mass at Med-Inn Cafeteria, Group 3) WEDNESDAY, June 29 ~ SS Peter and Paul, Apostles 6:30 am Margaret Barnak by Rachael Lavric 8:30 am Katherine Berlakovich (Ann.) by Plewniak Family THURSDAY, June 30 ~ First Martyrs of the Church of Rome 6:30 am Babe (Amelia) Mercier by Dominique & Angelique Mercier 8:30 am Edward Schwoegler by David & Antoinette Schwoegler FRIDAY, July 1 ~ Blessed Junipero Serra ~ First Friday 6:30 am Mary Hero (Ann.) by Miriana & Burt Robinson 8:30 am Joseph Bragiel by Son, Jim Bragiel SATURDAY, July 2 ~ First Saturday 8:30 am Helminski Family by Celine Szczepaniak 2:00 pm Yadron/Perez Nuptials 5:30 pm Ralph Martin by Wife Rita & Family SUNDAY, July 3 ~ Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 am For Our Parish Family 8:00 am George & Mary Sagan by Family 10:00 am Betty Schwoegler by Dolores Fulte 12:00 pm Dale Trowbridge by Dan O Brien Family ALTAR SERVER APPRECIATION DAY At St. Thomas More Fun Days Festival Sunday June 26, pm 9pm Altar servers may check-in at the information booth to receive their free wristband and lunch coupon. Thank you for your dedication. III II Steven Yadron & Susan Perez David Dunlap & Rachael Lavric ALL BULLETIN ARTICLES FOR THE JULY 10th BULLETIN ARE DUE BY 11:00 AM ON JULY 1st! THANK YOU!! Page 3

4 Munster, Indiana WHY DO I HAVE TO BE A REGISTERED PARISHIONER? People need to be registered, contributing parishioners at a church so that they could receive the sacraments. Many times a person will contact a church because he or she wishes to be married, have a child baptized, and any other number of reasons. Without being registered, permission is often denied. If anyone wishes to be married or have a child baptized at St. Thomas More, that person would have to be a parishioner for at least six months before beginning the process of preparation for marriage or before a child could be baptized. Why? Parishes regularly require registration and contribution to ensure that a person is fulfilling some of the most basic obligations of the faith. Attendance at Mass and contributing to the work of the church are basic requirements for Catholics. If you are an adult and are not yet registered on your own, we highly encourage you to register as an adult member of the parish so that you will be ready to receive sacraments as you need. SUNDAY, June 26 FESTIVAL 2:00-10:00 PM WRIST BAND 2:00-9:00 PM MONDAY, June 27 7:00 pm Blue Army ~ Chapel 7:30 pm K of C ~ Solar Room TUESDAY, June 28 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration ~ Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations ~ Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet ~ Chapel WEDNESDAY, June 29 THURSDAY, June 30 7:00 pm SVDP ~ Conference Room FRIDAY, July 1 7:00 pm Holy Hour for Vocations ~ Church SATURDAY, July 2 SUNDAY, July 3 P lease pray for the sick of our parish... Santa Agnello Deborah Ancich Rudolph Asanovich Doris Aurelio Maria Aurelio Irene Baker Maxine Bellamy Tom Bernacki Michael Boston Alvina Brazina Stephany Burney Mary Burosh Dorothy Campbell Richard Carlson Carol Carollo Mary Pat Casey Jacqueline Morrow Christian Frank Coman Vincent Corsello Mike Curtain Marian Dale Joanne Ellison John Fetzko Elizabeth Follmer John Forde Phyllis Garber Andrea Garritano William Garzinski Joseph Gasiorek James Gaskey Dorothy Gillespie Marguerite Grothouse James Grunewald Virginia Hale Amy Hayes Marie Henke Evelyn Hennes Theresa Hester Ray Humpfer Elizabeth Jacob Marian Johnson Jo Jusko Joseph Justynski Debbie Kaczka Madeline Kent Peter Klobuchar Janet Knight Ann Krizmis Helen Krull Julia Kukta Jerome Kula Lois Kus Irene Kwiecien Janice Leuser Maria Lovell Horace Lyle Julia Lyle Dale Madsen Gregory Mahoney Kathryn McBride Faye Meny Sandi Merlo Olga Mihalo Clarence Miller William Modrock Gerald Moran Robert Mudroncik Ray Mueller Emily Mysliwy Jean Narvid John Narvid Steven Nowaczyk Valerie O Donnell Kathy Orange Audrey Ostroff Marcella Paluch Marciala Perez Gertrude Peters Johanna Petruch Elizabeth Pilones Bernice Rybicki Ann Sardella Mary Sarnowski Mary Ann Sejda Grace Sheridan Ed Sidor Irene Simon Wallace Skierge John Skorupa Joseph M. Smelko Deborah Stareck Georgianne Suto Rose Theis Gerardo Trevino Anthony Ubuane Madeleine Vranken Adele Wall Sally Walters Tammy Wollersheim Lucille Wonnell James Zabrecky Readings for the Week of June 26, 2005 Sunday: 2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a/ Rom 6:3-4, 8-11/ Mt 10:37-42 Monday: Gn 18:16-33/ Mt 8:18-22 Tuesday: Gn 19:15-29/ Mt 8:23-27 Wednesday: Vigil: Acts 3:1-10/ Gal 1:11-20/ Jn 21:15-19; Day: Acts 12:1-11/ 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18/ Mt 16:13-19 Thursday: Gn 22:1b-19/ Mt 9:1-8 Friday: Gn 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67/ Mt 9:9-13 Saturday: Gn 27:1-5, 15-29/ Mt 9:14-17 Next Sunday: Zec 9:9-10/ Rom 8:9, 11-13/ Mt 11:25-30 Edward J. Kustka Page 4

5 The Pastor s Page June 26, 2005 OUR PASTORAL ASSOCIATE S FAMILY, PART TWO Over the last two bulletins, I have introduced you to our new pastoral associate, Mr. Mark Kurowski, and his wife. Mark is a seminarian who, Rome has instructed the Diocese of Gary, may be ordained a Catholic priest upon the completion of formation at, and recommendation of, a major seminary. Mark will be doing his studies at St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois. Mark is married to Sandi and they have five children. Last week we introduced you to Sandi. This week, we let you know about their children: Caleb Kurowski is a fifteen year old, who will be a sophomore this fall. At the time of this writing, Caleb was awaiting word from the Northwest Indiana Youth Symphony about his audition as a French Horn player. He is an accomplished pianist, enjoys political activism and reading. Hannah Kurowski is a thirteen year old who will be an eighth grader. She, too, is awaiting word of her audition as a prospective cellist with the Northwest Indiana Youth Symphony. In addition to music, she enjoys watching movies with her many friends, playing organized soccer and running. Luke Kurowski is a twelve year old entering seventh grade. He enjoys hanging out with his friends, playing game cube, football and Little League baseball. Peter Kurowski is a ten year old entering fourth grade. He enjoys organizing neighborhood baseball and basketball games, reading, and playing organized basketball, football and Little League baseball. Ruth Kurowski is a six year old entering first grade. She enjoys talking, talking and talking. Really, she enjoys talking, making crafts, writing books, playing with dolls and hanging out with her girlfriends. Many of you know how hard it is for people to move from community to community. As the Kurowski s plan their move from South Bend, Indiana to our area, I ask you to pray, please, that the transition for the Kurowski children goes as smoothly as it possibly can. After all, they are leaving many friends and successful school careers behind. P.S. If anyone has a home with 2300 square feet at a great price, please give us a call quick! IT IS TOO HARD TO SAY GOODBYE SO I WILL SAY FAREWELL AND GOOD LUCK! Fr. Keith has been a very familiar face around St. Thomas More Parish for the length of two assignments here. He has done much in our parish as well as in our school. For me, too, Fr. Keith has been a two-time associate. He was first assigned to me as an associate pastor at St. Maria Goretti Church in Dyer. When we left that parish, I went to Queen of All Saints in Michigan City and he came to St. Thomas More. I was very grateful that he made the choice to come here as an associate two years ago when I was named your new pastor. It is with bittersweet emotion that I say farewell to him. He has been a good associate and has become a good friend to me. I know that he will do well at St. James the Less in Highland and I wish him well. God bless you as you begin your new assignment this week as a first time pastor, Fr. Keith. We will most certainly miss you! IT S BETTER IN LIVING COLOR There have been several people lately who have told me that they have stumbled upon the parish bulletins archived on our parish s web site: If you have a connection to the internet (cable internet, DSL, et cetera), you might want to check out the web site for all sorts of information, including the bulletins. The bulletins you receive each weekend are in black and white, but the color pictures to many of the articles are included in our website s archived bulletins. ON THE LIGHTER SIDE "Well, Ted, you're certainly coming up in the world. What's the idea of playing golf with not one, but two caddies!" "Oh, it was my wife's idea." "Your wife?" "Yeah," Ted replied. "She thought I should spend more time with the kids." Priests and deacons have served the Diocese of Gary for a number of years now. Others have served in the territory that is now the Diocese of Gary. Please pray for those men who have been called to God and whose anniversaries of death are this week: June 27: Rev. Julian I. Jercha (1987) June 29: Rev. Joseph S. Wonderly (1976) Rev. Theodore V. Fettig (1983) July 2: Deacon Arthur Weeks (1990) Rev. Dominic A. Mrena (1994) Msgr. F. Raymond Fowerbaugh (2004) Page 5

6 Munster, Indiana Religious Formation "Lord, may I never fail to recognize my need for your grace. Help me to take advantage of the opportunities you give me to seek your presence daily and to listen attentively to your word." A Year of Prayer ROAD TRIP TO HEAVEN July 10 th 2:00 4:00 Refreshments/ Door Prizes Having trouble praying? Are you aware of the different types of prayer? Are you Part of a busy family? Retired? Single? (Any Age) High School Student? College Student? Registration for : Registration forms are available in the Parish Office or the Religious Formation Office. Please return the form, along with a $25 deposit, as soon as possible. Mark your calendars: Aug 24/ is the first class for Catechists Needed: We are in need of catechists for Wednesday or Thursday classes. Please think about helping us out. If you are interested and would like more information, please contact Sr. Marilyn at Training will be provided. Eva Beatrice, daughter of Aaron & Kathy Altschul If this describes you, join us on a Road Trip to Heaven to understand the roadblocks. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Sacrificial Offering for June 19, 2005 Adults $22, Loose $ Children $58.70 TOTAL $23, Catholic Charities $4, Thank you for your generosity! PANTRY ALERT: The following items are either depleted or in short supply: peanut butter & jelly; jello & puddings; cake mixes; sugar; flour; spaghetti sauce; pork & beans; canned fruits; canned meats; tuna; mayonnaise; salad dressings; ketchup & mustard; pancake mix & syrup; meal helpers; crackers; cookies; toilet paper; paper towels, napkins; laundry and dish soaps; shampoo; deodorants; toothpaste/toothbrushes. SVDP s Treasury also needs an infusion of funds. Every monetary or food donation makes a difference in the lives of the poor. Thanks for your generosity and we pray for God s blessings on all of our benefactors. Page 6

7 May June 8, 26, th QUARTER HONORS AND AWARDS A Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADE Cara Bruzan, Megan Muta, Erin O'Shea, Stephanie Sepiol, Patrick Speranza SEVENTH GRADE Colleen Boyle, Alexandria Doctor, Pat Fagan, Emma Grdina, Alex Martell, Kristie Miller, David Mysliwy, Joey Navarro, Anne O'Shea, Christina Pasyk, Lauren Pazik, Ashley Toney, Lisa Zurek SIXTH GRADE Melissa Beary, Heather Boyan, Nicholas Estes, Robbie Fink, Katie Klyczek, Colleen Majszak, Brianna Meyer, Jessica Monjaras, Kate Novak, Kathleen O/Brien, Paige Opinker, Sean O'Sullivan, Kyle Papesh, Shelby Sarnowski, Jacob Smith, Christopher Wadlow FIFTH GRADE Doug Bickel, Grant Doctor, Michelle Higgins, Patrick O'Shea, Chris Speranza FOURTH GRADE Anna Ackermann, Bridget Anderson, John Avila, Katlyn Bobos, Russell Doctor, Kristin Kennedy, Savannah Kinsella, Nicholas Loughlin, Erin Lusk, Trisha Madura, Kevin O'Brien, Michael Peters, Jill Rademacher, Nikolas Ranieri, Erin Sandoval, Alex Sikora, Jacqueline Silverman, David Trivunovic, Noah Villaroman, Hannah Villaroman A-B Honor Roll Great Job! EIGHTH GRADE Colleen Anderson, Tony Belmonte, Michael Galullo, Scott Kucharski, Jamie Lissy, Brandon Lopez, Ann Perz, Molly Sliwa, Sara Ambry, Matthew Boyan, Phoebe Conner, Katherine Verkruyse A-B Honor Roll Cont. SEVENTH GRADE Billy Andrews, Audrey Bickel, Deirdre Capriglione, G.W. Childs, Murray Crabtree, Kara Curosh, Stephanie Dwars, Ximena Fernandez de Cordova, Camille Gonzalez, Ian Gurley, Johnathon Klyczek, Joey Matz, Nicole Montella, Tammy Montella, Rachel Morrow, Kellie Nadratowski, Pat O'Brien, Kyle O'Brien, Dominique Ranieri, Tim Sidiropoulos, Sarah Sikora, Jenny Silverman, Matt Skiba, Thaddeus Wleklinski SIXTH GRADE Breanna Barajas, Kevin Behrens, Lydia Bissell, Jeanie Dedelow, Natalia Fernandez de Cordova, Anthony Galullo, Evan Gentile, Angela Gonzalez, Kaitlyn Hobbs, Elisha Jachna, Walter Kasprzycki, Chrissy Lissy, Erin Lomeli,Cortney Lowry, Tiffany Madura, Nicole Malinowski, Ashley Mangahas, Catherine McLaughlin, Matthew Paunicka, Joel Ratajack, Samantha Salzeider, Karly Taylor, Brandon Weinberg, Chris Yothment FIFTH GRADE Becky Andrews, Melissa Avila, Mathew Blocher, Allison Boyle, Cade Conner, Natalie Dublak, Alyson Eickleberry, Ann Fagan, Melissa Hajduch, Jessica Jancosek, Angela Keresztes, Monica Lee, Nicholas Martell, Christine Matthews, Katie McGrath, Theodore Muta, Ashley Pradhan, Leslee Pritza, Stephanie Rarick, Stephanie Rescan, Angela Rokosz, Angelica Ruiz, Sam Smith, David Straka, Emma Young FOURTH GRADE Cody Baker, Sean Cloghessy, Nicholas Davidson, Jacqueline Dedelow, Alyssa Heeter, Caleb Hinojsa, Will Kasprzycki, Zachary Lyons, Lauren Mitchell, Megan Mohica, James Moss, John Nauracy, James Oppolo-Soria, Dana Owens, Johathan Pasyk, Andrea Paunicka, Priscilla Powell, Mariah Saucedo, Patrick Walsh, Jolie Watson Altar & Rosary Scholarship Megan Muta Knights of Columbus Scholarship Hillary Pagorek Perfect Attendance Bridget Anderson, Margaret Anderson, Rebecca Andrews, William Andrews, Philip Baker, Tony Belmonte, Douglas Bickel, Matthew Boyan, Bridget Caraher, Steven Caraher, Sean Cloghessy, Robert Fink, Bryan Dublak, Heriberto Flores, Michael Frigo, Carlos Gallegos, Angela Gonzalez, Robyn Hauer, Spencer Hickey, Michelle Higgins, Caleb Hinojosa, Izabella Hinojosa, Jessica Jancosek, Scott Kucharski, Brandon Lopez, Tiffany Madura, Patrick McCarthy, Emily McNicholas, Jessica Monjaras, Kimberly Montella, David Mysliwy, Brendan O Neill, Christina Pasyk, Jonathan Pasyk, Jessica Pazik, Leslee Pritza, Nikola Pritza, Rachel Pritza, Gabriela Rosales, Juan Rosales Jr, Antoinetta Ruffolo, Davide Ruffolo, Mariah Saucedo, Timothy Sidiropoulos, Conrad Spizewski, Timothy Wiess, Emma Young, Valerie Zacyk, Anthony Zaleski, Nicholas Zaleski, Lisa Zurek Teacher Perfect Attendance Kathy Coyle & Rose Smiley Page 7

8 Saturday, 5:30 pm Rita Martin Rose Krizmanic Millicent Ntiamoah Sunday, 6:30 am Maxine Conway Frances & John Plisky Greeters Sunday, 8:00 am Frank, Nicole, Matthew, Nicholas & Samuel Szala Margaret Gray Chris & Charles Shearman Sunday, 10:00 am Madeline Mikolanis Mike Mellon Andrea Mazerik & Gloria Stanley Sunday, 12:00 noon Virginia & Glen Hale Nina Mandujano Main Entrance Chapel Entrance Choir Entrance Main Entrance Chapel Entrance Main Entrance Chapel Entrance Choir Entrance Main Entrance Chapel Entrance Choir Entrance Main Entrance Chapel Entance So called moral permissiveness rests on an erroneous conception of human freedom; the necessary precondition for the development of true freedom is to let oneself be educated in the moral law. Those in charge of education can reasonably be expected to give young people instruction respectful of the truth, the qualities of the heart, and the moral and spiritual dignity of man. From the Catholic Catechism, chapters A Message from the Respect Life Committee The Youth Ministry is open to ALL high school youth. Please join us at any meeting or event that you can or us at: STMyouth-owner@yahoogroups.com Upcoming Events Monday, July 4, Times and Meeting Place to be announced. Join the youth group as we participate in the Munster, 4th of July Parade. Munster, Indiana STM - YOUTH MINISTRY C Sunday, July 10th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Road Trip To Heaven Come join other high school students at this parish event. Tuesday, July 12, Trip to Great America Details and permission forms to be available after in the Parish Office. Please contact Pam Ratajack at with any questions. O R N E R The Bishops are considering asking Catholics to set aside a National Day of Prayer for Priestly Vocations for the future of the Church. Are you aware that here in our parish we ve had a Prayer Service at 1:00 pm every Tuesday for almost seven years for just that purpose and more recently, a First Friday evening Holy Hour for Priestly Vocations? They are very sparsely attended. Have you done your part? Or do you just stand back and complain and refuse to think that there can be a Priestless future? Hope for Families Struggling with Addiction If your loved one is struggling with addiction, our group, A HOPE REBORN, might have the answer to your prayers. We will meet on Saturday, July 2nd for the 8:30 am Mass at St. Thomas More Church. A meeting will follow in the Conference Room. For more information contact Julie at Fun Days Festival Raffle Congratulations Trudie Kwasny our $ Early Bird drawing winner Page 8

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