The bulletin for August 3, 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.

UPCOMING HAITI IMMERSION TRIPS: (1) The Haitian Health Care Foundation (HHCF) is planning a Haiti Medical Professionals trip October 17-25, 2008. The deadline to register is August 15th. For more information, contact Susan Pleasants at vabatt@aol.com. (2) Diocesan Haiti Immersion Retreat Applications are now being taken for the immersion retreat to Haiti, November 29 through December 6, 2008. This trip is to learn about Haiti's history, culture, economics, politics, and religion. Contact Patrice Schwermer at pschwermer@richmonddioces.org or at (804) 622-5129.

PANTRY: The August Reverse Collection will take place next weekend. There are several good reasons to support the Reverse Collection: 1. More of our neighbors are suffering in these difficult economic times. 2. There is still no government food. 3. As Christians, we are required to take care of our neighbors. Thank you for your past and continuing support.

IMPACT: The IMPACT listening sessions will take place later this month. The purpose of the sessions is first to get opinions from parishioners of justice issues in the area that need to be addressed. Second, the sessions help the parish to understand just how important the support of EVERYONE is to the success of the Nehemiah Assembly next spring. It is never too early to plan to do justice.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: NOTE CHANGE IN MEETING: The Knights of Columbus Father Louis A. Rowen Council 3670 will hold its next meeting on Monday, August 4, 2008. Please note the change in meeting night for August only. The Rosary will be at 7:15 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Stone Chapel of the Church of the Incarnation (Route 29N behind Toys "R" Us.) Installation of Council Officers for 2008-09 is scheduled for Monday, August 18th at 6:30 p.m. at the Stone Chapel. Families are encouraged to attend. Details to follow.

CATECHISTS UPDATE:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Catechists Orientation will be Saturday, August 16th from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Lunch will be served.
• There is STILL a need for additional catechists for Christian Formation classes. Please contact Teresa Ritzert.
• Parents, please register your children for Christian Formation classes!
• Christian Formation classes begin Sunday, August 24th

THE LORD NEEDS YOU: How can you do this? Become a Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. As individuals have left this ministry, the need for new ministers at all masses has become urgent. Training will be provided. PLEASE contact Margaret McElroy at 973-6429 or mdm1909@embarqmail.com.

HOLY COMFORTER 'HELPING HANDS': The Pastoral Care Committee wants to develop a program where our parishioners can demonstrate their giving spirit by ministering to each other. There are times when we can use extra help due to illness, surgery, or birth of a child. If you are able to prepare a meal or provide a ride, you qualify to be part of this giving ministry. What can we do to help our Holy Comforter family? Sign up on the sheet on the table in the Commons to make a meal, provide a ride, or help coordinate this program. Making a few phone calls is all the coordination this program needs. There are no age or gender restrictions--all are welcome to join this giving group. You will truly be spiritually rewarded.

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