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Our New Pastor
from Fr. Will Schmid on March 25, 2012
Dear Saint Mary Magdalene Parish and Staff,
I am humbled and honored to accept Bishop Olmsted’s invitation to be the next pastor of Saint Mary Magdalene. For the past few years I have watched this parish grow into a beautiful Catholic community and I couldn’t be more excited to begin my ministry here with you. Please pray for me as I finish my current assignment at Seton Catholic Preparatory High School and my studies this summer at the University of Notre Dame. Know that you will be in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Yours in Christ,
Fr. Will Schmid
Vacation Bible School Planing Meeting
May 17, 2012 (6:30pm)
We are looking for some adult leaders to take charge of areas of the camp this year. Our first meeting will be held Thursday May 17th at 6:30 p.m. Come if you can help us out!
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Marriage Encounter Weekend in May
May 18, 2012 to May 20, 2012
Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in Tucson May 18-20
Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: http://www.wwme-phx.org/ or call Andy & Lisa Marsee (480) 279-6737.
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Usher and Greeters Training
May 18, 2012 (6:30pm)
There will be a required Greeters and Ushers Training meeting on Friday May 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the church. Please attend.
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Senior Baccalaureate Mass
May 19, 2012 (4:30pm)
Congratulations High School Seniors! Graduation day will soon be here and we would like to honor and pray for you. We will have a Baccalaureate Mass and Senior Reception on Saturday: May 19, 2012 at the 4:30 PM Mass with a reception to follow!
Please call or-mail the youth ministry office by May 16th to let us know if you will be here! youthministry@smarymag.org
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S.A.M.M.Y.: End of the Year Celebration
May 20, 2012
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Front Porch Get Together
May 20, 2012 (3:30pm - 6:00pm)
The Chandler Heights/Higley neighborhoods Front Porch Church will meet Sunday, May 20, from 3:30-6:00 p.m. at the Fleckenstein's home. There will be swimming, BBQ, conversation and prayer. Looking forward to spending time with you! Please bring a dish to share. RSVP to 480-279-6737 or nicole@nkffineart.com
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Youth Ministry: End of Year Party
May 20, 2012
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Wednesday’s at Chandler Planned Parenthood
May 23, 2012 to Dec 26, 2012 (8:30am - 11:00am)
Every Wednesday the Respect Life Ministry invites pa- rishioners to come out and join us at the Chandler Planned Parenthood anytime from 8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. to pray for an end to abortion, for healing, and conversion. The spring 40 Days for Life Campaign is over but our presence out front is not.
There’s several East Valley church communities who are out on the sidewalk Wednesday’s to show our contin- ued presence to those who pass by. The address is 610 N. Alma School Rd. on the NW corner of Alma School and Galveston. For more information contact Marianne Shallal at mcshallal@yahoo.com.
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Safe Environment Training
May 24, 2012 (6:30pm)
Called To Protect for Ministries Class
St. Mary Magdalene is once again hosting a class for all of our volunteers, new and established, who are in need of the Called To Protect for Ministries class. The class will be held Thursday, May 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the back of the church.
All volunteers in all ministries are required to take the Called To Protect for Ministries foundation class before they can begin their volunteer activities. It is at this class that you will receive and complete your Volun- teer Application. This class must be taken in person and is about 3 hours in length. Please bring with you three references with names addresses and phone numbers. Fr. Matthew would like all volunteers to be compliant by July 1, 2012.
To register for this class go to:
∗ * www.safeenvironmenttraining.org
∗ click on 'Register for Classes' tab
∗ scroll to the May 24 Called To Protect for Ministries class for St. Mary Magdalene Volunteers only.
∗ Click on ‘Register Here’ and follow the instructions.
Please email setsmm@smarymag.org for any questions regarding the Safe Environment Program or Called To Protect classes.
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Safe Environment Training
May 24, 2012 (6:30pm)
St. Mary Magdalene is once again hosting a class for all of our volunteers, new and established, who are in need of the Called To Protect for Ministries class. The class will be held Thursday, May 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the back of the church.
All volunteers in all ministries are required to take the Called To Protect for Ministries foundation class before they can begin their volunteer activities. It is at this class that you will receive and complete your Volunteer Application. This class must be taken in person and is about 3 hours in length. Please bring with you three references with names addresses and phone numbers. Fr. Matthew would like all volunteers to be compliant by July 1, 2012.
To register for this class go to: ∗ www.safeenvironmenttraining.org
∗ click on 'Register for Classes' tab
∗ scroll to the May 24 Called To Protect for Ministries class for St. Mary Magdalene Volunteers only.
∗ Click on ‘Register Here’ and follow the instructions.
Please email setsmm@smarymag.org with any questions regarding the Safe Environment Program or Called To Protect classes.
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K of C Golf Tournament
Jun 2, 2012 (7:00am)
Knights of Columbus Council #13779 Golf Tournament Superstition Springs Golf club Saturday, June 2, 2012 7:00 a.m. Shotgun Start Sign in starts 6:00 a.m. Cost is $80.00 per person Proceeds will be donated to the St. Peter Indian School Mission in Bapchule, AZ.
For more information please visit the table outside in the courtyard after all the Masses.
The Knights are looking for golfers, sponsors and prize donations. Remember there are only two weekends left to sign up after this weekend so don’t miss out.
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Knights of Columbus Blood Drive
Jun 10, 2012
The Knights of Columbus Blood Drive on Sunday June 10, 2012 during the morning Masses. To give blood you can register after any of the Masses for the next three weeks. Please visit the table in the courtyard to register.
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Men's Fellowship Retreat Weekend
Jun 22, 2012 to Jun 24, 2012
We are inviting all men of the parish to our Fourth Annual Men's Retreat Weekend Friday evening June 22nd through Sunday at noon on June 24th. We will have our retreat weekend again this year at Living Waters Retreat Center in Cornville AZ. We have room for 30 men and our accommodations will be two men per room - all bedding, meals, and weekend materials are provided.
Our theme for this weekend is "The Way of Union" - Understanding Our Call to a Deeper Relationship with God. We will be using My Daily Bread - Part Three "The Way of Union" as our guide for the weekend.
The cost for the weekend will be $160.00. These weekends fill up fast.
Please call Dave Daniels at 480-279-6737 with any questions.
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Youth Ministry: Gallup Mission Trip
Jun 25, 2012 to Jun 29, 2012
Permission Slips due May 25!
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Vacation Bible School
Jun 25, 2012 to Jun 29, 2012
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Marriage Encounter Weekend in July
Jul 20, 2012 to Jul 22, 2012
Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in Phoenix July 20-22. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at www.wwme-phx.org or call Andy & Lisa Marsee 480-279-6737.
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Youth Ministry: Steubenville West
Jul 20, 2012 to Jul 22, 2012
The 8th Day
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to grow in faith, spend time in prayer and meet many new people. Permission Slips are due on May 16, 2012! Questions? Call or e-mail Heidi
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Marriage Encounter Weekend in August
Aug 24, 2012 to Aug 26, 2012
Attend a Marriage Encounter to gain the tools to truly love your spouse more and receive the joy that it can bring. Upcoming weekends are July 20-22 and August 24-26 in Phoenix. For more information visit www.wwme-phx.org or call Andy & Lisa Marsee 480-917-1886.
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This year’s golf tournament
Nov 10, 2012
Mark your calendars now! This year’s golf tournament is going to be on Saturday, November 10, 2012.
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