Rev. Gregory Barras, Pastor P.O. Box 523 Biloxi, MS 39533 177 First Street Biloxi, MS 39530 Church Office: (228) 435-5578 Fax: (228) 435-5579 ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH IS A DIVERSE, FAITH-FILLED COMMUNITY OF ONE DEDICATED TO THE SPIRITUAL BELIEFS AND STRONG FAMILY VALUES THAT CREATED THE CHURCH OF THE FISHERMEN. WE INSPIRE HOPE, PRAISE AND WELCOME! Established in 1917 Father Greg s Mobile: (228) 297-2482 Website: stmichaelchurchbiloxi.com E-Mail: stmichaelschurch @cableone.net Facebook: facebook.com/ Stmichaelbiloxi PRAYER TO SAINT MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. Catholic Education: Nativity B.V.M. Elementary: (228) 432-2269 St. Patrick Catholic High School (Interparochial): (228) 702-0500 Mass Schedule: Tuesday Friday 8:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM
August 4th and 5th $ 4246.46 Collections 7/28&29/18 Words from Fr. Greg John 6:24-35 The Scripture stories continue through the telling of John. Mark s gospel is the main one for cycle B. However, his is the shortest and cannot cover all the weekends of the liturgical year. WE will have John for the next four weeks from Chapter 6. He addresses the topic of Eucharist and all it many realities. WE know the formal experience in the celebration of the Eucharist at mass. Bread is a symbol that points to many realities in our lives. Symbols are real because they are multi-layered and point to reality that is easily seen and to reality that is hidden internally and needs to be pointed out to reveal its power and transformation when we recognize and believe. What is acknowledged internally leads to action that is visible and transformative. We naturally reach out to give what is recognized within us through the relationship of the Paschal Mystery. The grace received, as we participate in the meal (relationship) with each other, uncovers the presence of Christ in the moment. It takes the present moment and deepens our attention and awareness to the reality we are experiencing. Our participation in the breaking of the bread opens us to broader meaning, value, and purpose of our daily lives. We are the mvp s. We are God s children, made in God s image and likeness. This can happen if we choose to participate in this Mystery. It is intimate and transforming. It is healing and lifegiving. Sacraments call us to be holy and when we respond we become holy. We choose to move away from what is not of God and move toward what is of God. We do this with clarity and free will. We are also motivated to give to others what we receive. The dynamic of Eucharist is a willingness to accept, I cannot live in this world, solely through my ego. Inevitably, I will choose selfishly and move toward entitlement with no regard for others. I isolate and my choices are all about me. Coming to the meal to partake, participate in the breaking of bread, means I am willing to ask God to help me with life that I cannot do by myself. It is a call to community, to cooperate with others where Christ dwells within. As they break open their lives, together we experience the divine bread through each other. The meal disposes, opens our hearts to the experience of the Paschal Mystery. We will discover desolation, that which is not of God, and consolation, that which is of God. This is the constant tension of balance in our lives. We will have to use our free will to choose and ask for the grace to choose what is of God and find the miracle of the multilayered symbol of bread. GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD. Stay tuned to the many meanings of the metaphor of bread. This is an intimate part of our lives. This is our knapsack filled with the tools of our faith helping of choose the bread of life.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 4th Saturday of each month 9:00 am at DeMiller Hall Tuesday August 7th +Greg Smolcich Wed. August 8th +Salvadore Taranto Thursday August 9th +Peter Kuluz Friday August 10th +Greg Smolcich Sat. August 11th +Frank Barhonovich Jr. Mass Intentions: Tuesday-Saturdays excluding Holy Days. There are many dates available for 2018. If you would like to have Mass said in memory of a loved one, please call the church office at 228-435-5578. Thank you! In our Parish August 12: Taize Prayer 2-3 in Chapel August 14: Assumption of Mary Vigil 6pm August 15: Assumption Mass 8am, 12&6pm August 18: Youth Mass (arrive at 4:30) August 25: Loaves and Fishes August 29: Katrina Prayer Service 6pm* *Come and celebrate with gratitude how God is visible in our midst and journeys with us in each moment. Taize Prayer Service Sunday August 12 from 2:00 to 3:00pm in the Chapel. Come pray in silence for peace in our souls, our families, our country, our world. Intentionally move away from the noise and enter your relationship with God. CCD 2018-2019: Offered through Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin of Mary 228-374-1717 or Sacred Heart 228-392-0684. Don t hesitate to call our office 228-435-5578 for more information. Bible Study Next Class TBA Rosary 15 minutes before Mass in the Chapel Adoration Choir 1st Friday of month Wednesday 6 pm 8:30-10:00 am and 1 hour before Mass Children's Liturgy Sundays during Mass Youth Mass 3rd Saturday at 5 pm CCD Wed. 5:30 Nativity Sacred Heart Center SVDP Food Pantry Donations Needed! Please consider donating nonperishable goods to help us feed the hungry. SVDP Community Pharmacy Meeting Informational and volunteer recruitment meeting in Hattiesburg at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, August 22 at 5pm. Hurricane Season There are many things we need to do: Be Prepared: Have a full tank of gas, locate and secure valuables and any important papers. Have a plan: Where to go, when to leave? RCIA, Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. RCIA will begin on Thursday, September 13th. Invite friends, spouse, relatives. Call the office to sign up. Meetings are held every Thursday from 6:00 to 7:00pm. Our Mother of Sorrows/Blessed Seelos drawdown: $2500 pot/$25 a ticket. Drawn Oct. 6. Great chance to build your Christmas budget!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Illnesses and Emergencies: Do not be hesitant to call Father Greg s cell phone, (228) 297-2482, to let him know if you are ill at home or in the hospital. He can visit with you, bring you the blessed Sacraments and pray with you. If you do not call, he cannot accomplish the above. Baptisms, Marriages: Call Father Greg at (228) 297-2482 to set up time for preparation and then set a date. Confessions: Saturdays 4:00 to 4:30 pm prior to Mass or by appointment. Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (closed from Noon-1 pm for lunch). Parish Organizational Meetings Fr. Herbert Mullin, Knights of Columbus Council #16992 meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Parish Life Center. Rosary at 6:00 meeting begins at 6:15 Pastoral Council the last Monday of each month at 6 pm in the Church Conference Room. St. Vincent de Paul Society meets on the First Sunday of every month, prior to Mass, at 9:00 am, in the St. Vincent de Paul office at the church. St. Michael Youth Group (3rd -11th grades) meets every 3rd Saturday after the 5 pm Youth Mass. Call the church office for more information. CCD Classes All Grades: meet Nativity BVM in the Sacred Heart Center on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm. Bulletin Deadline: The deadline for placing a notice or announcement in the weekly bulletin is noon on Wednesdays. You are welcome to call or e-mail your requests to the parish secretary. Family Ad Attachment: Please remember to call or e-mail the office with any family ad request by noon on the Wednesday prior to publication release. Remember: You can have masses prayed for any deceased, living family member or friend. Send your requests to the church s e-mail address or call the office. PARISH INFORMATION Ways you can help Loaves & Fishes: On the 4th Saturday of every month St. Michael s prepares and serves both breakfast and lunch; if you can volunteer please call the office at 435-5578. Bethesda Free Clinic: 6912B N. Washington Ave. in Ocean Springs. FREE medical care Monday through Thursday 9-12 am and 1:30-4 pm (first come, first served). FREE wellness counseling and critical dental care by appointment. St. Michael Pastoral Council Teams: Call or e-mail the church office for information on joining a team and for each of the teams meeting times. St. Vincent de Paul: The St. Vincent de Paul Society is continuing their collection of canned goods and non-perishable food items. Bring in donations and place them in the designated box at the back of the church. St. Michael Outreach Team is in need of volunteers for senior home visits on Tuesdays each week. If you can help please call the church office. Local Support Organization Contact # Alcoholics Anonymous 228-575-9225 Description: A support group for those suffering with alcoholism. Al-Anon 228-861-7728 Description: A support group for relatives and friends of problem drinkers. Alzheimer's Support Group: 228-388-0946 Description: Provides vital services and support to individuals, caregivers and families dealing with Alzheimer's disease. Gulf Women's Center for Nonviolence 228-435-1968 Description: To provide service for the physical & psychological needs of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and families of homicide victims. Gambler's Anonymous 855-222-5542 Description: A support group for those suffering from compulsive gambling. Spiritual Direction Assistance Sr. Jackie Tarrant, R.S.M 228-223-8129 starrant@mercysc.org
Please welcome our newest member of staff to the St Michael s Parish, Grace Parenteau, who comes to us from Peru NY. A recent military retiree as well as her husband Paul. She resides in Ocean Springs with her husband and two teenage boys Berk and Seth. In memory of Salvadore Penue Taronto August 2018 YOU MAY PURCHASE A FAMILY AD BY CALLING THE OFFICE BY NOON ON THE WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO PUBLICATION. CALL THE OFFICE FOR MORE INFO. Prayers for all those who are battling cancer Happy 30th Anniversary Kenneth & Cynthia Powell August 27th!! Anniversary Blessings James & Margie Shoemaker 69 Years! September 4th!! In Memory of Lusk, Baker, McCaleb Fun Fact In August, 1942, the Wesley House located at 1338 East Beach was purchased by St. Michael parish to serve as a nursery and kindergarten. It was formerly a Methodist church and nursery for many years. The purchase price was $10,000.00 and included three buildings and large grounds. Father Mullin reported that three to four thousand had been spent on improvements for the kindergarten and nursery and, though located in the eastern section of the city, they would be open to children of all religions all over Biloxi. There were plans to turn the third building into a clinic. In the meantime, the nursery and kindergarten would be under the supervision of the Sisters of Mercy, namely: Sister Mary Ignatius, Sister Mary Lucia and Sister Mary Adrienne. (Daily Herald 8-24-1926)