_{Holy Spirit Catholic Church}

_Bulletin

_{Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 21, 2010}

THANK YOU
We would like to express our appreciation for the many acts of kindness shown during the loss of Donald. Thanks to everyone who came to the Memorial Service, brought food, sent cards and donations to the BUILDING FUND in Donald's memory, and had masses said for him. Thanks also, to Mrs. Pat and Bridget for the beautiful music, and to the ladies and men who prepared and served the wonderful meal after the mass. We also want to thank Matthew, and Hannah Ely for taking time out of their weekend to serve at the Mass. Thank you Sister Rosina for doing the readings, and it was a great and welcome surprise to have Deacon Jim helping Father Mike. Father Mike, you had a wonderful homily and made us truly grateful we had this Memorial service. For all the people who helped at the Mass and luncheon and to all our CHURCH FAMILY, we want to say again, THANK YOU!
--Donald Sims' Family

LENTEN SOUP AND BREAD
During the season of Lent Holy Spirit Catholic Church will have a Soup & Bread Supper on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Parish Hall
followed by the Stations of the Cross, Penance Service, Parish Mission, or Concert in the church beginning at 7:00 PM.
All parishioners are encouraged to attend!
All Penance Services are at 7:00 PM

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS
Our Lenten Soup & Bread Suppers begin this Wednesday, February 24, from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Parish Hall.
The Liturgy Committee is hosting it and invites all parishioners to attend!
After enjoying the delicious soup and bread we will go over to the church and pray the Stations of the Cross beginning at 7:00 PM.
Please join us every Wednesday night during Lent. This is a wonderful way to make your Lenten journey special!

K of C LENTEN FISH FRY
Continuing every Friday during Lent, the Knights of Columbus invite you to enjoy a delicious Fish Fry with all the trimmings
served from 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM in the K of C Home located behind St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Baked fish and grilled cheese sandwiches will be available for those who don’t want fried fish.
After supper the K of C encourages you to attend the Stations of the Cross beginning at 7:00 PM at St. Joseph’s.

FIRST RECONCILIATION
Our C.C.D. Second Grade students will receive their first Sacrament of Reconciliation on Saturday, February 27 at 9:00 AM in the church.
Their families are encouraged and invited to participate in this great day and also receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Parents, grandparents, and older siblings certainly have a responsibility and obligation to be a witness
of our wonderful Catholic faith to these young students as they grow in their faith.

C.C.W. GIFT SHOP
First Holy Communion and Confirmation will be here soon!
If you are looking for just the right gift please visit the CCW Gift Shop;
there are gifts in stock and if you need something not in stock that can be special ordered for you

IRISH NIGHT AT ST. PETER CLAVER
This year Irish night will be on February 27 from 8:00-11:00 PM at St. Peter Claver. 
Tickets are $20 each or for a table of ten $200.
For more information call 743-3985

C.C.W. YARD SALE
Don’t forget the CCW is collecting for the Yard Sale.
All monies collected goes to benefit the Church.
It’s almost Spring get a head start on cleaning out your closets

. JOURNEY OF HOPE 2010
A powerful and dynamic conference for separated and divorced Catholics addressing the issues of healing, faith, and navigating life after divorce.
Saturday, February 27 and Sunday, February 28, 2010 at the Marriott Atlanta North Hotel in Atlanta.
Visit Journeyofhopeconference.com or call 404-493-2190 for more information.

LENTEN MISSION
We are very pleased to announce that Fr. Dan Firmin, Chancellor of the Diocese of Savannah, will lead our Lenten Parish Mission March 8-10, 2010. 
Fr. Dan will be speaking on "The Year of the Priest and the Common Priesthood of the Lay Faithful."
He will speak after the 9:00 AM Mass and at 7:00 PM each day.  Please reserve these dates and make plans to join us!

ROAD TO PEACE RETREAT
Mark Your Calendars! The Pax Christi St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church of Atlanta is hosting a special retreat
on March 5 and 6 with internationally renowned speaker Father John Dear, SJ.
The retreat is entitled “The Road to Peace: Gospel Nonviolence in a World of Violence”.
Suggested donation is $35.
For more information and registration go to www.paxchristijude.webs.com
or e-mail Sister Jackie Griffith, SSJ at jagriffith@diosav.org

ROAMING CATHOLICS TRAVEL CLUB BILOXI BOUND
Join the Roaming Catholics Travel Club and Fr. Mike Ingram on a fun-filled trip to the Beau Rivage Hotel and Casino in Biloxi
and an optional day trip to the French Quarter in New Orleans.
The chartered bus trip is Sunday, April 25 through Wednesday, April 28.  Pick up a flier in the narthex or call the church office for all the details!

MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, February 20
O’Malley & Beck Families
Monday, February 22
Bill Spruce
Tuesday, February 23
Richard Thornton
Thursday February 25
In Honor of
Andy & Nancy Riley’s
4th Anniversary

OTHER INFORMATION

NEW MEMBERS
We extend a warm welcome to all who are visiting or are new to our parish.
If you attend Holy Spirit regularly and consider this your parish,
please register using the forms available in the narthex of the church or come to the church office
Monday through Thursday between 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM.

CCW HOLY SPIRIT GIFT SHOP
The gift shop is open after the 10:00 AM Sunday Mass and during office hours.

ABUSE HOTLINE NUMBER
To report sexual abuse of a minor by a Diocese of Savannah employee or volunteer,
call the abuse hotline at 1-888-357-5330.

HOMEBOUND VISITATION
If there are parishioners who are homebound, or in the hospital and who wish pastoral visits and Holy Communion,
please contact the Parish Office (478) 788-6386.
We rely on family members to notify us if there are patients to be visited.
Please keep the office informed.

RACHAEL'S VINEYARD
For those suffering from an abortion decision or miscarriage; visit www.rachaelsvineyard.org for more information
or confidential referral to a priest, counselor, or support group.

CONTACT US. . .
at (478) 788-6386 to let us know of any births, deaths, or hospitalizations of parishioners
so we can assist them where needed. Also, if you change your address or phone number, please let us know.