St. Joseph Catholic Church

05.27.12

eagles1412 — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:09:04 +0000

05.20.12

eagles1412 — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:38:02 +0000

ALTAR SERVER TRAINING

cbric — Mon, 07 May 2012 01:58:15 +0000

Wednesday, May 9th at 7:15pm
For anyone wishing to become an altar server. All current altar servers are excused from this training.

We’ve Moved!

cbric — Mon, 07 May 2012 01:57:15 +0000

The Religious Education Office is now located on the southwest corner of the second floor in the old convent building. Thanks go to K.C. members Randy Bertrand, Barry LeBlanc and Erik Lee for so graciously helping us to relocate.

5TH SUNDAY OF EASTER

cbric — Mon, 07 May 2012 01:55:09 +0000

There are thousands of varieties of wine, but some people look only for the cheapest price. They just call this cheap stuff “Muskadoodle.”
In today’s Gospel, Jesus calls his disciples to abide with him. He uses the analogy of the vineyard to tell them that they are the branches and he is the vine. He asks us all to stay connected to the true vine. We are to preserve the original Christian vintage that he pours out for us.
Jesus, looking down the future centuries to come, foresaw the prospect of myriad varieties. He wanted to ensure that we didn’t end up as Muskadoodle.
Deacon Dick Folger

05.13.12

eagles1412 — Thu, 03 May 2012 16:08:55 +0000

Bulletin

ELDERBERRIES TRIP

cbric — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:27:00 +0000

Join the Elderberries as they travel to Savannah, Georgia
Friday, June 8th to Wednesday, June 13th.
They will visit: Savannah’s Historic District, Juliet Low Birthplace, Railroad Museum, Cathedral of St. John, Live Variety Show, River Cruise Brunch, Famous River Street, Charleston S. Carolina City Tour, Ft. Sumpter, Tybee Island, Lighthouse Museum and dinner at Paula Dean’s The Lady and Son Restaurant.
Cost includes bus, lodging, 7 meals and all admission
Single – $1165.00, Double – $840.00 Triple – $740.00 Quad -$690.00
Deposit of $200 due by April 30th. Balance due May 23rd.
Please make checks payable to Elderberries Senior Group and mail to Jeanette Leger, 415 Peggy St., Rayne, La. 70578. 334-2186.

CATHOLIC LIFE TALKS

cbric — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:26:31 +0000

“What Happens on the Altar” (Doesn’t remain on the altar)
There is a spiritual reality that underlies ever “ritual” performed at the altar during the Holy Mass. Salvation history in its entirety informs every action performed by a priest whilde standing at that altar. This includes the Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension and Second Coming of our Lord. It’s right in front of you if you choose to see it unfold in the Eucharistic Liturgy.
A lecture given by Darrel Dugas
Tuesday, May 7th
Family Life Center 7:00pm

ST. ISIDORE FARMER’S MASS

cbric — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:20:40 +0000

Saturday, May 12th at 7:30am in CHURCH.
ROGATION DAYS AND BLESSING OF THE FIELDS,
May 14th at Lloyd Hoffpauir farm on Monceaux Road
May 15th at C.J Whitfield farm on Riceland Road
May 16th at Chester Boudreaux farm on Monceaux Road
at 6:00am each morning.
Farmers are asked to bring soil from their fields to be blessed during the Mass. An invitation is extended to the entire community to share in this outdoor liturgy with our farmers. In case of rain, the celebrations will be in church.

4TH SUNDAY OF EASTER

cbric — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:20:03 +0000

Two old style TV antennas were mounted on the roof of an apartment building. Over time, they fell in love and were joined in marriage. The wedding was OK, but the reception was great.
The long crook of a shepherd is somewhat like an antenna. The crozier sticks up into the sky and seems to pull down security and safety upon the flock. The sheep look to their shepherd, who stands faithfully with them. They know that as long as he is there they will be safe. They know that unlike hired hands, the good shepherd will lay down his life for them.
The bishop’s crozier is a modern symbol that gathers the diocesan flock around him. The faithful know that the bishop calls down the grace of God upon his diocese. Under his pastoral care, all are brought to the wedding of heaven and earth. God’s message becomes a clear picture because “the reception is great.”
Deacon Dick Folger