The bulletin for March 23, 2008 is available by clicking here to view it.

Listed below are a few of the items from this week's bulletin. See the bulletin for more details and to read all of the announcements.

PANTRY: Most of us will be enjoying a special Easter dinner this weekend. Those who come to our pantry for food assistance may not fare so well. Recently we have been short of many items. We can purchase canned goods at the Food Bank at a reduced price, but we very much need the support of this parish for those very welcome toilet articles.

PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY: The Pastoral Care Committee wants to develop a program where Holy Comforter parishioners can demonstrate their giving spirit by ministering to each other. There are times when we can use extra help because of illness, having had surgery, or a child is born, for example. If you are able to prepare a meal or provide a ride, you qualify to be part of this giving ministry. We need a list of people who are available to help when one of our own is in need. The Lenten season is a a special time to consider what we can do to help our Holy Comforter family. A sign-up sheet will be on the table in the The Commons. Please sign up to make a meal, provide a ride, or help coordinate this program. There are no age or gender restrictions -- all are welcome to join this giving group. You will truly be spiritually rewarded.

FIRST EUCHARIST PREPARATION: First Eucharist Classes will begin on Saturday, April 5th at 9:30 a.m. For more information, contact Teresa Ritzert.

CHRISTIAN FORMATION: Christian Formation classes are in DESPERATE need of volunteers to help set-up and break-down classes on Sunday mornings. It is a ten-minute commitment. Please sign-up in the Commons for any Sunday when you can spare a few minutes to help our youth and catechists. For more information, contact Teresa Ritzert.

ANNUAL DIOCESAN HAITI GATHERING: The Annual Diocesan Haiti Gathering is Saturday, April 5th at St. Thomas Aquinas from 8:45 a.m. until 4.00 p.m. All those involved in Haiti Twinning or interested in Haiti are welcome to join in a day of celebration, education, and networking. This year's focus is "A Spirituality of Global Solidarity". The registration fee of $20 includes breakfast, lunch, and handouts. To register, email mmainous@richmonddiocese.org or call (804) 622-5127.


CATHOLIC-JEWISH DIALOGUE: Holy Comforter is hosting the annual Catholic-Jewish Dialogue on Sunday, April 6th at 3:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help set up chairs, tables, and refreshments and to serve as greeters. Please sign up in the Commons or contact Teresa Ritzert.

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