Holy Family Catholic Church

Luke 11:9-13

Jesus said to the disciples, "So I say to you, Ask, and it will be given you; search, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you. For everyone who asks receives, and everyone who searches finds, and for everyone who knocks, the door will be opened. Is there anyone among you who, if your child asks for a fish, will give a snake instead of a fish? Or if the child asks for an egg, will give a scorpion? If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!"

Some thoughts on today's scripture
* I grow in awareness of my need and I turn to God. I ask, not for what is trivial or passing, but for what prepares me deeply to listen to God. Naming what I need challenges me to recognize my deepest desires.
* I realize that my prayer may have not always been answered in the ways I have expected. I pray that I may see and appreciate where God has heard and answered me. - From Sacred Space, Daily Prayer Online

Fr. Michael Schueller, pastor
641-423-7301
dbq129@arch.pvt.k12.ia.us

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Tuesday, July 27
The Little Singers of Tokyo, an international award-winning choir will be coming to Mason City. The choir will sing during the Mass at Holy Family on Tuesday, July 27 at 11 am. Try to take an early lunch break to be a part of this special Mass celebration.

Wednesday, July 28
Sweat and Swim: A great service opportunity for High School students. Students can help clean up after RAGBRAI participants leave Clear Lake, then head to Waterloo to Lost Island for an afternoon of fun and relaxation. Wednesday, at 9AM in Clear Lake and leave Waterloo at 5pm. Sponsored by McDaym. Transportation will be paid, students will cover the cost of park entry. Interested students should contact the YM office at 424-0499.

Attention Sacristans: Please pick up your schedule in the Sacristy.

The HeritageFest committee would like to thank all who supported this year's HeritageFest!! Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy the day, thanks to our great parish staff and all of the amazing volunteers who help to make HeritageFest run so smoothly - it wouldn't happen without all of your hard work. Thanks also to our generous sponsors and vendors. We are already looking forward to our 5th annual HeritageFest at Holy Family in 2011. Let's make HeritageFest 2011 bigger and better than ever!

AUGUST CIRCLE OF THE MONTH: St. Madonna.
Youth Ministry Dates
Religious Education Dates
Newman Catholic School Dates

COUNSELING AVAILABLE: Catholic Charities is accepting new clients for individual, marriage and family counseling. Please call the Mason City Catholic Charities at 641-424-9683 between 8:30AM and 4:30PM to schedule an appointment.

Salvation Army Adult Day Health Center - TRY A FREE TRIAL DAY at the center! The program offers a safe and relaxing place in a cheery environment where adults (18 & older) may come to enjoy socialization and activities during the daytime in a supervised setting. Contact the director, Carol Klocke at 641-424-0800, or stop in for a tour at 747 Village Green Drive, Mason City.

"Back to School Sunday" - August 1 & August 8
Help us help others go back to school with the supplies every child needs by picking an item on the list. Bring it to church with you and put it in the box in the vestibule.
Items needed are (click here to print the list):
notebooks (wide ruled),
folders,
notebook paper (wide ruled),
school box (pencil box),
glue/glue sticks,
pencils,
pens (red, black, or blue),
erasers (large & pencil toppers),
colors,
markers,
colored pencils,
scissors,
rulers and Kleenex.

Sunday, August 1
11 am - 3 pm - All are invited to the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus annual Chicken BBQ. It will be held at the KC Hall, 551 S. Taft, Mason City. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 under 12.

Monday, August 2
The next National Scrip order will be on August 2 with delivery on August 4. There is be no order taken on Monday July 26. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Wednesday, August 11
7:00 pm - The Sacred+Stories book club will meet at the downtown Borealis from 7:00-8:00 to discuss "Can You Drink the Cup?" by Hemi J. Nouwen. All women are welcome.

Sunday, August 22
Celebrating 50 years or more of Marriage? You should have received an invitation to the Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated on August 22. Please call the office if you did not receive an invitation. 423-7301.

Sunday, August 29
RCIA REUNION! - Have you joined the Catholic Church through the RCIA process? Have you been a sponsor in the RCIA process? Then save this date for an RCIA reunion at East Park! RCIA has been ongoing in North Iowa for 30 years and we would like to celebrate! Bring your family and those who have moved away.

Vikings Game Bus Trip - Reservation Deadline is June 30th
Fill out this form to attend the Vikings' Football Game, August 28, 2010.

Tuesday, October 12
Trip to Science Museum of Minnesota to explore the greatest archaeological find of the 20th century-the Dead Sea Scrolls, which include the earliest known texts of the Bible. Read More! Reservations and payment should be sent in by September 15, 2010. Read More!