Our Lady On The River Parish Holy Cross Church Marine City; St. Catherine, Algonac; St. Mark, Harsens Island
Sponsor of the Week	Physician Healthcare Network
Fifth Sunday of Easter May 10, 2009

Please pray for our sick and suffering
St. Mark: Betty Baker, Jacob Bryson, Ken Cihon, Marge Hamlin, Shirley Hollowaty, Nina Johnson, Shirley Koster, Clark Odzark,
Sally O'Neil,  Sophie Palmer,  Walter Sawkin,  Bob Soulliere, Patrick Tierney, Sheila Thompson, Tena Van Loon, Mike & Sandy
Weaver, JoAnn White, Paulette Wieczorek, Keith Wright
Holy Cross: Andrea Bigelow, Judy Biland, Valerie Brettin, John Cullen, Laura Goltz, Jim Gramer, Jenny Heath, Sharon Hintz,
Derek Jacobs, JoAnn Kramer, James KuyKendall, Ava LaVere, Joseph Lopez, Doreatha Markel, Marcella Markel, Josephine
Michalski, Lisa Jones Nagy, Margery Osterland, Thomas Ostin, Rose Paruch, Barbara Pizzo, Andrew Redlawski, Ralph Roda,
Lorena Sadler, Helen Schweihofer, Barbara Susan, Jenny Street, Jessica Thomas, Michael Tomlanovich, Alice Trader, Ashleigh
Tranchemontagne
St. Catherine: Jessica Achatz, Hank Babisz, Angela Bills, Dean Bryeans, Yolanda Casanova,  Tom Clark, Fr. Gregory Deters,
Darrell Doughtery, Janice Doughtery, Carol Dyde, Virginia Elrod, Connie English,  Betty Flum, Mary Gabler, Ruby Gerow, Jay
Gibson, Anne Guillery, Nancy Austin Halverson, Ellen Hatcher, Maureen Ireland, Amanda Kimbal, Richard Koss, Nicole Lake,
Peter Licari, Regina Lomasney, Mary Lorkowski,  Pat Macy, Paul Markle, Zitta Marconi, James Mihalich, Theresa Pawlowski, Ted
Pilawski, Judy Piotrowski, Sandy Polomas, Rocco Prinzivalli, Richard Ross, Bill Sadecki, Joan Smith, Steven's Family, John
Vance, Catherine Ziegler

Mass Intentions
Monday, May 11
	7:30 a.m. 	     St. Catherine
		V Julia Lipko by Pat & Jan Long
	9:00 a.m. 	 			         Holy Cross
		V Mary Anne Markel by Family
		V Michael Gillman by Jenny Street
Tuesday, May 12
	7:30 a.m. 	     St. Catherine
	9:00 a.m. 	St. Mark
	9:00 a.m. 		 		         Holy Cross
		V Donna Guyette by Family
			(Wedding Anniversary Remembrance)
Wednesday, May 13
	7:30 a.m. 	     St. Catherine
	9:00 a.m. 	St. Mark
	9:00 a.m. 	         Holy Cross
		V Kurt Liebetreu by Family
 		V Rosanne Lozowski-Arnold by Family & Friends
Thursday, May 14
	7:30 a.m.				     St. Catherine
	9:00 a.m. 	St. Mark
	9:00 p.m.				         Holy Cross
		V Timothy Regan by Doreatha Markel
Friday, May 15
	7:30 a.m.				     St. Catherine
		V Joan Davis by Cartwright Family
	9:00 a.m. 					St. Mark
	9:00 p.m.				         Holy Cross
		V Helen Schulz by Family
Saturday, May 16
	1:30 p.m. Wedding at Holy Cross
		? Damian Starr & Kelly Nichols
	3:00 p.m. Wedding at St. Mark
		? John Stoneback & Kristin Praught
	4:00 p.m.  	     St. Catherine
		V Judi Vanscott by Husband			V Victor Plummer by Bethany Sargh
		V Joeph Kerszykowski by Helen Kerszykowski
 	5:30 p.m.        	Holy Cross
		V Karen Bowen by Mom & Sister
			(4th Anniversary Remembrance)
		V Thelmas Arlow by Michael & Mary Flanery
		V Ann & Jack Beauvais by Sister, Marge & Family
Sunday, May 17
	7:30 a.m. 	 			         Holy Cross
	 	V Mary Anne Markel by Doreatha Markel & Family
	 	V Michael Gillman by Jack & Sue Lansky
	 	V Kathaleen Achatz by Walter & Joyce Street
	8:00 a.m. 	    St. Catherine
		V Bill & Helga Hemmerle
	9:30 a.m. 	       Holy Cross
		V Casimir Jaworowicz by Richard & Deanna Wood
		V Deceased Members of John Basney Family
		V Deceased Members of Jovanovich Family
		V Meta Gastineau by Grace Halpin
			(Birthday Remembrance)
10:00 a.m.  				  St. Catherine
		?  Thadeusz and Eleanor Pilawski
			 (60th Wedding Anniversary Celebration)
		V John, Clare and Linda Herman by Philip Herman
		V Gretta Peterson Nowak by Ed Sharrow
10:30 a.m. 				           St. Mark
 11:30 a.m.      			     	      Holy Cross
		V Anthony Pizzo by Steve & Clara Gottler
7:00 p.m. 	 			  St. Catherine
Our Lady On The River Parish	May 10, 2009	Page #
	Firth Sunday of Easter
Parish Directory
www.OurLadyontheRiver.net

Fr. James Lopez, Pastor
Fr. Matt Ellis, Associate Pastor
Sr. Mary Ann Ankoviak, csj
Pastoral Associate

Fr. Sig Kowalczyk, Fr. Ron Kurzawa,
Fr. Fred Bodde, Fr. Leo Broderick & Msgr. George Browne, Senior Priests

Gary Krueger, Bob McLeod, Deacons


***Holy Cross***
810-765-3568     FAX 810-765-2974
www.HolyCrossOnline.net
e-mail  church@holycrossonline.net
Office Hours:
Monday & Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
(closed 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. for lunch)
Saturday 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

***St. Catherine***
810-794-3301     FAX 810-794-1849
www.StCatherineOnline.net
e-mail  info@stcatherineonline.net
Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:30a.m.-1:00p.m.

***St. Mark***
810-748-3828     FAX 810-748-9148
www.StMarkOnline.net
e-mail  info@stmarkonline.net
Office Hours:
Tuesday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

***Holy Cross
Catholic School***
(810) 765-3591 FAX:  (810) 765-9074
www.HolyCrossOnline.net
e-mail  school@holycrossonline.net
Amanda Lund, Principal

Bulletin Info
bulletin e-mail:
bulletin@OurLadyontheRiver.net
(deadline 12 noon Monday)

Marriages:
Membership & six month preparation
period required.

Sacrament of Reconciliation  3:00 p.m.

Holy Cross  	1st & 3rd Saturdays
St. Catherine  2nd & 4th Saturdays
St. Mark	1st Fridays before Mass
Sacrament of Baptism  12:45 p.m.

Holy Cross 	3rd Sunday
St. Catherine 	last Sunday
St. Mark 		by appointment

Membership & preparation required
Please call your Church Office to
register & verify dates

Mass Schedule

	St. Mark Chapel
	Sunday: 	   10:30	a.m.
   Tuesday - Friday:   9:00 a.m.
(mass schedule continued)
	St. Catherine
	Saturday: 	4:00	p.m.
	Sunday: 		8:00 	a.m.
			10:00 	a.m.
			7:00 	p.m.
	Monday - Friday 	7:30 	a.m.

	Holy Cross
	Saturday: 	5:30 	p.m.
	Sunday: 		7:30 	a.m.
			9:30 	a.m.
			11:30 	a.m.
	Monday - Friday 	9:00 	a.m.

A Note From The Principal

    Alleluia! He Is Risen! I pray that as you continue on your Easter journeys you will feel Christ's presence in the world around you.

Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers and grandmothers in our school and parish communities! We have all been blessed with

this wonderful gift. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson approved a resolution making Mother's Day a nationwide observance. I

hope that you remember your mom today, and every day.
	On May 4th, we welcomed 15 new inductees to the Our Lady on the River Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society. I

am very proud of these students for accepting the challenges that the NJHS provides.
	Registration packages for the 2009-2010 school year are now available in the school office for families wanting to

become Holy Cross Crusaders. Please stop in or call the school office at 810-765-3591 to receive a package.  We would be happy

to provide you with a tour. We would also like to welcome your child to spend part of a day visiting Holy Cross. Please call the

school office to schedule an appointment. Would you like to learn more about Holy Cross from our parents? We would be happy to

introduce you to a mentor family who can also answer your questions about Holy Cross.
	Have you heard about our SCRIP program? Have you started using it to plan for your future Crusader's education? One

change that is taking place is the use of Kroger SCRIP. It makes shopping at Kroger even easier! Please stop in to learn more

about this service. Your children will thank you!
In His Service,
Mrs. Amanda Lund, Principal

Holy Cross Choir
Leads worship at Sunday 9:30 a.m. Mass,
other liturgies as scheduled.
Tuesday rehearsal, 7-8:30 pm

7:30 Choir
Leads worship at Sunday 7:30 a.m. Mass
Rehearsal Sunday 7:15 a.m.

Schola Cantorum
Small ensemble of mixed voices

Saturday  All Generation Choir
All ages welcome
ALL AGES - ALL SINGERS - FAMILIES
Parents and Grandparents-please bring your child and stay!
Leads worship at Saturday Mass
Saturdays:  5 p.m.

Cantors
Assists with congregational song

Resurrection Choir
Leads worship at funerals
Meets 15 Minutes before the Mass

Instrumentalists
Assist at Mass as scheduled

Handbell Choir
Plays at Mass as scheduled
Wednesday rehearsal 7-8:30 p.m.
Diane Bowden, Director - 810-765-4824
HOLY CROSS MUSIC MINISTRIES | Daniel J. Susan, Director | www.holycrossonline.net | music@holycrossonline.net
Collection of Sunday, May 3, 2009
St. Mark

160 Families
57 Envelopes	$1,411.00
Loose	$6500
Total	$1,476.00
Holy Cross

1024 Families
324 Envelopes	$9,638.00
Loose Cash	$555.52
Children	$9.85
Total	$10,203.37
St. Catherine

564 Families
226 Envelopes	$6,183.00
Loose Cash	$259.30
Children	$8.50
Total	    $6,450.80
Time to Spring Clean

Clean those closets, garages and basements. We would love to have your donations to our White Elephant Sale. Drop-offs are:

Wednesday, May 20th from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 21st from 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

at the rear door of the Activity Center of Holy Cross. Other drop-off or pick-up arrangements and/or questions can be directed to

Julie Schultz @ 586-946-5009. Then join us and find some new treasures on Memorial Day.

Liturgical Schedule
Day/Time
Lectors
Altar Servers
4:00 p.m.
St. Catherine
Kim Busittil
Skye Jarskey
Sal Ponessa
5:30 p.m.
Holy Cross
Paul Denean
DJ Burns
Ginny Fielhauer
Grace Fielhauer
7:30 a.m.
Holy Cross
Mary Patrick
Holy Redlawski
Luke Redlawski
Jacob Redlawski
8:00 a.m.
St. Catherine
Retta Kosciolek
Jacob Nutter
Abagail Nutter
9:30 a.m.
Holy Cross
Barbara Shonk
Caroline Glowski
Rachelle LaFontaine
Stone Moody

10:00 a.m.
St. Catherine
Bob Pontseele
Alexis Semaan
Nicholas Todino
10:30 a.m.
St. Mark

Stephanie Spencer

11:30 a.m.
Holy Cross
Ed Trudell
Julia Blicharz
Brad Butros
Dion Vanbockel
7:00 p.m.
St. Catherine
Celebrant
Celebrant

FR. MATT'S MATTERS
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER MAY 16TH

	Don't forget to send in your RSVP Card in the bulletin so you can join us for an evening dinner beginning at 7:00 p.m.,

Saturday. The only qualifications for joining are that you are a parishioner (at least 18 yrs. old) at Our Lady on the River Parish and

you give of your time, effort and ability in a volunteer manner in any of the hundreds of possible ways. Let's spend some time

appreciating each other as God's people, without 'parish business' or problems dominating the moment.
	May 17th-The Holy Cross Alumni Breakfast, and Cardinal Mooney HS Graduation. We hope many alumni will make the

breakfast as I know I enjoyed the event last year even though I'm a 'westsider' who graduated from, ahh-hem, Detroit Catholic

Central.
	Best wishes and congrats to the Senior Class of CMC, 2009. They remind me how much older I am and how time flies.

So, with God's help, make the most good you can of your youth!
Did you know, would you like to know? Part 2.
	Through almost 2000 years, the Catholic Church, founded by and originating in the teaching of Jesus Christ, has been

present in an incredible variety of societies and governmental structures throughout the world. Notable Church wisdom has been

obtained from its experience, at times learned 'the hard way'. Our Church has been wedded to, or completely alienated from, or

coexistent with almost every societal structure known to mankind, not forgetting the Church's own 'governmental' methods.
	Two examples: (1). Some say the Church should keep quiet regarding 'the world', especially on economics and

government. (2). A few Catholics think the goal of the Church should be to make every country a Roman Catholic theocracy (ruled

by the religion in the name of God). Both mentalities show ignorance of, or hostility toward the full and correct role of the Church in

the world (…”on earth as it is in heaven”). There are people of all ideologies who distinguish certain doctrines of the Church as

being naïve, unrealistic and needing to 'get with the real world'. Yes, well, aspects of the 'real world' and we, its 'real people', are

precisely what minimally need 'fine tuning'. Christians are not Christians if they just give up and give in. A genuine response to

God's Love in Christ is letting it change us and putting it into action. The more passive part is in prayer. It is not that Christian (or

specifically Catholic) high/difficult moral principles (including social justice) cannot be fulfilled, it is that some know but don't really

try, some don't know much and some don't want to know! Please endure a foray into a little sarcasm: An informed conscience is a

terrible condition. After all, with it we become more eternally responsible for our attitudes and behaviors!
	Some Catholics claim they are loyal adherents to all the Church's doctrines of faith and morality. Though we may

sincerely try, if we're really honest, we know that's not fully true. Why?  For one reason, we do not know all the teachings of the

New Testament and of the Church. Second, even from among doctrinal principles we know, there is something we ignore because

it demands too much reorientation, and we can only handle so much. We also know of some doctrines with which we flat out

disagree. Who's wrong or right? Conscience, it can be a pest, but a most necessary internal human struggle.
The following from The Catechism of the Catholic Church (1994) are examples of official teaching with which (some? many?) U.S.

Catholics have difficulty    accepting (at least one). “No. 2353, Fornication is carnal (sexual) union between an unmarried man and

an unmarried woman. It is gravely contrary to the dignity of persons and of human sexuality which is naturally ordered to the good

of the spouses and the procreation and education of children.”  Thus, for also other reasons it's sinful even though it often 'feels like

love'.
	While rejecting totalitarian and atheistic ideologies of modern times as we see especially in full blown Marxist

'communism or socialism', the Church also states: “No. 2423, Any system in which social relationships are determined entirely by

economic factors is contrary to the nature of the human person…No. 2424, A theory that makes profit the exclusive norm and

ultimate end of economic activity is morally unacceptable. The disordered desire for money cannot but produce perverse effects. It

is one of the causes of the many conflicts which disturb the social order…Every practice that reduces persons to nothing more

than a means of profit enslaves man, leads to idolizing money, and contributes to the spread of atheism. “No. 2425, the  Church

has…refused to accept, in the practice of 'capitalism', individualism and the absolute primacy of the law of the marketplace over

human labor…regulating the economy solely by the law of the marketplace fails social justice, for there are many human needs

which cannot be satisfied by the market. Reasonable regulation of the marketplace and economic initiatives…is to be

commended”.
	Catholic Christianity today, like Jesus Christ, teaches, proposes and invites, essentially putting forward the challenge:

'choose', or 'wait'. Christ Jesus inaugurates the 'Kingdom of God', about which He insists is not here or there but is already in our

midst like a spiritual wellspring ready to flow within us. Flowing from the interior Kingdom are the outer benefits for all Creation. Thy

Kingdom come…
Fr. Matt Ellis,
Associate Pastor.
associatepastor@ourladyontheriver.net

Sharing the Gospel

	When you go into a strange place, you like to stay close to your parents. You trust them to keep you safe. Jesus wants

you to stay close to him every day. Jesus is your vine. You are one of his branches. Learn his teachings and obey them. When

you stay close to Jesus and follow his commandments, you can pray for whatever you want, and God the Father will answer your

prayers.

Prayer
Jesus, help me stay close to you and follow your commandments.

Something to Draw
Draw Jesus as a vine with you, your family and friends for its branches.

Mission for the Week
I will love God more than anything and love my neighbors as myself.
- LPiResourceCenter.com
+Let the peoples praise You, O God;
Let all the peoples praise You, Alleluia!

	Today's Gospel brings us Jesus using a metaphor for the seventh time (out of seven), combined with an “I am”

statement. Jesus begins by saying that He is the true vine, the source of growth and fruit-bearing, in a vineyard of true disciples,

the branches, that is tended by the Father.  The branches are the focus for us. If you look closely at a grapevine, one of the first

things you might notice about its branches is that it's very difficult to tell them apart individually. All the branches twist and curl

around one another to the point that you can't tell where one starts and another stops. Jesus' use of imagery in today's scripture

saying: “I am the vine, You are the branches”, may be a way of expressing that it's not the achievement of an individual branch or

its status that matters. The quality of branches and fruit depends solely on the quality of their connectedness to the vine.
	There needs to be a necessary interrelationship - a relationship characterized by mutuality and indwelling. When it

comes to us, we need to remember to keep connected to Jesus - the only source of authentic spiritual life. The heart of our faith

community is the person of Jesus, the true vine. In the scriptures, in sacraments, in the Eucharist, we grow in an authentic union

with Jesus.  “Each of us has been trusted with a wonderful treasure. Guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit Who dwells within and

works in us.” (1Timothy 1:14). Keep connected in receiving our Risen Lord in Holy Communion. We don't have to be perfect, but

we do need to remain in Jesus, and to let Jesus do good within us and through us. We are invited to be channels for God's grace.

God's grace and love always come to us on their way to someone else.
	We are reminded to keep together, in this community of faith to which we belong. We need to give up our own desires for

individual achievement in order to become one of many encircling branches - a community of faith united, that is rooted and

nurtured by Jesus, the vine, and points to His quality and albeit, His reputation, not our own. The mission of a branch isn't to look

good or call attention to itself, but to give all the glory to God. “If you remain in Me and My words remain in you.” Remaining in

Jesus means growing, changing, keeping united with the Source of Life, and with one another. in faith, love and peace. “By this is

my Father glorified…”(John 15:8)

Happy Mothers' Day

	God's blessings be with all mothers, grandmothers, and those who bring a mother's love into our lives. God grant fullness

of joy and love to our mothers who rejoice in God's Kingdom in Heaven. Thank you, valiant, beautiful, women of all ages for your

self-giving and understanding. May your spouses and/or children (of all ages), honor you today with expressions of gratitude, love

and respect.  Happy Mother's Day!
continued
Vocation Word Scramble

John & Joanne Vance, Bob & Kathy Thomas, Patricia Johnston, Mary Minnich, Mary Endres and Sally Jean are soon on their way

to the Dairy Queen for solving the word scramble last weekend. Kudos!
A happy & blessed Mother's Day to all,
Sister Mary Ann Ankoviak, csj
pastoralassociate@ourladyontheriver.net
Thoughts from your Pastoral Associate

Pastoral Associate

Parish Mission Statement

	We, the people of Our Lady on the River Parish state in a common voice that we are a united Catholic community,

bringing together three unique sites, each one being essential to the whole.
	We welcome all people into our community.  We support the human and spiritual needs of each person with dignity,

which strengthens our bond as members of one Body sustained by the Eucharist.
	Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the formation in our Catholic faith at all ages.  We will provide a deep

and firm foundation for our youth through Catholic education and good example.
	We reach out to the greater community through our acts of service and prayer through the intercession of Mary, our

Blessed Mother.
Purpose of the Parish Council

	The purpose of the Parish Council is to assist in realizing the mission of our Parish and to advance our spiritual growth.

Our primary role is that of a consultative body, making recommendations to the Pastor about the faith-life of our Parish and it's

pastoral ministry.  As the primary structure within the parish, the Parish Council coordinates and unifies the activity of the

commissions and organizations of the parish.
Parish Council Openings

     There will be openings on the Our Lady on the River Parish Council this year.  If you would like to submit your name for

selection or nominate someone you think would be interested please return the below form to the Parish Office.  The candidate will

be contacted to confirm their willingness to serve.
	The length of the term is three (3) years.  Candidates must be registered, active members of the parish and eighteen (18)

years of age or older.  Selection will be made on Pentecost Sunday, May 31st.
Parish Council Nomination Form
Return this portion to the Parish Office or drop in the collection
No Later Than May 22, 2009

Please enter my name for the nomination and selection process

										Phone


I wish to nominate (Print)
Miss Maritime Days Contest

	Open to any female 2009 graduate of the Marine City area. 2009 Graduates of Marine City HS, Riverside, Cardinal

Mooney or home schooled may enter. The first 15 entrants will be selected for the contest.

Enter today - don't delay!
CASH prizes for
1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners!

	Please send a wallet size photo and name, address, phone number & school to:

Our Lady on the River Parish
Holy Cross Church
610 S. Water Street
Marine City, Mi  48039
Attn:  Miss Maritime

	Please contact Lynn Zyrowski at lzyrowski@gmail.com with any questions.
Both Dinners Will be Served in the
Holy Cross Activity Center
Sponsored by Holy Cross Booster Club & Athletes
OUR FAMOUS 14TH ANNUAL
CHICKEN DINNER
SUNDAY, May 24, 2009
From 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
(or until we run out)
SPAGHETTI DINNER
Saturday, May 23, 2009
from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m.
(or until we run out)
Sponsored by CMC Dad's Club
Vegas Tent

Friday 6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Saturday 6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Sunday 4:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Arts & Crafts

Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Waterfront Park
1st Prize	$3,000
2nd Prize	$2,000
3rd Prize 	$1,000

Tickets available at the Parish Office or at the Festival.
Drawing Monday, May 25th

     Our 2009 campaign for the Catholic Services Appeal has begun in earnest.  Our Lady On The River Parish's share of the CSA

effort is $110,000.  A successful campaign will require the participation of every registered parishioner.  We are asking each parish

family to prayerfully consider a $100 gift to the CSA either as a one time payment or as a pledge. As a pledge this would be $10

down, and $10 per month for nine months -- or about the price of a large pepperoni pizza per month.  Of course we are also most

thankful to those many parishioners who greatly exceed this minimum amount in support of the work of Christ throughout the

Archdiocese.  Any funds collected in excess of our target are retuned to the parish without the usual Archdiocesan “tax” on

donated funds.
	Unfortunately, any shortfall is considered a debt of the parish and must be paid from our regular income, a debt we can ill

afford.   Remember, your contribution is for the ENTIRE YEAR, so please be as generous as possible.
	A CSA packet has been mailed to each registered parishioner.  If you have not received one, please contact the parish

office at 810-765-3568.  You may return your contribution by mail in the envelope provided, by dropping the envelope in the

collection basket, or returning it to the office.  May God bless you for your generosity!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
StC 7:30a Mass
StC 7:30a Mass
StC 7:30a Mass
StC 7:30a Mass
StC 7:30a Mass
StC 11:00a Memorial Mass & Funeral Lunch
Sunday Masses
HC 7:30 a; 9:30a;
11:30 a
StC 8:00 a; 10:00 a;
7:00 p
StM 10:30 a
StC 8:15a St. Vincent de Paul

HC 9:00a Mass
StM 9:00a Mass
StM 9:00a Mass
HC 1:30p wedding
HC 9:00a Mass
StM 9:00a Mass
StM 9:00a Mass
HC 9:00a Mass
HC 9:00a Mass
HC 3 p Reconciliation
StM 9:00a Mass
HC 9:00a Mass
HC 9:45a -11:45a CMC Graduation Practice
StC 1:00p Lector and Eucharist Minister Enrichment
HC 6:00p -7:00p Wedding rehearsal
StC 4:00p Mass
StC 9:30a Mother/Daughter Breakfast
StC 10:00a MOMS
Marysville 10a Bingo
OffSite 12:00p League of Catholic Women
HC 6p Scripture Class Fine Arts Bldg

HC 5:30p Mass
StM 11:45a Fellowship Brunch
OffSite 10:00a Immigration in
Today's Economic Climate
StC 6:45p -8:30p One in the Spirit Prayer Grp
KC MC 7p Bingo
StC 6:30p Lector and Eucharist Minister Enrichment

HC AC 7 pm Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
HC 1:30p -4:30p CMC Graduation

HC 7:00p -8:30p Choir Rehearsal
StC 7:00p Ensemble Practice
StC 7:30p -9:00p Adult Choir Practice


OffSite 2:00p Widowed Friends


HC 7:00p -8:30p Handbell Choir Rehearsal



StC 6:00p Exposition and Adoration
	The thrift sale was a success! Thanks to all who donated, shopped, worked or just stopped by to wish us luck. Didn't get

a chance to clean out? Start saving for the White Elephant sale in May-during Maritime Days.
Wendy Miodonski & Julie Wolf
Co-chairs
	On behalf of the men and women religious who benefit from the Retirement Fund for Religious, I want to thank you for

your generous response to the 2008 appeal. In spite of all of the financial challenges facing so many of us, the response of the

appeal in the Archdiocese was $758,945.00! Please express our gratitude to the people of Our Lady on the River Parish for the

contribution of $3,941.
Gratefully'
Evelyn Booms, IHM
Died in Christ

Please remember in your prayers:

	V Gretta Peterson Nowak
	V Anthony Pizzo

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.
Let the Perpetual Light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.           Amen.
Boy Scout Troop #296 presents…
Grand Canyon Golf Fundraiser
Monday, May 18th
Burning Tree Golf and Country Club
22871 21 mile rd., Macomb

	$130 per person includes: 18 holes of golf, cart, BBQ lunch, Steak dinner and door prizes! Please consider purchasing

tickets for golf through Mike or Nash @ mnash@westernmech.com or fax to 586-790-0901.
Harbor Health Corner

	Nighttime leg cramps often occur just when you are falling asleep, or waking up. To prevent these involuntary

contractions, try stretching before you go to bed. Also eat foods rich in potassium, such as bananas, salmon, sardines and

broccoli and don't forget to drink plenty of water which has been shown to help, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Harbor Health Home Care
810-765-7144
Parish Lenten Prayer for Vocations Comments(continued)

	Every evening my husband and I sit beside the fireplace to pray. With a big family, there are many needs, spiritually,

physically, materially, etc. When we had the privilege of having the “Vocational Cross” for a week, we felt very blest. The cross

was next to our Divine Mercy picture as we prayed. Part of our evening prayer is for vocations.  We have been blest and one of our

grandsons is in the seminary. Praying for him and the other seminarians is part of everyday prayer.
Joan Cullen

	We all know how much we need more priests. I think people are praying more for vocations than ever before. In time we

will see the results. Through the Holy Spirit, many, many more young women and men will come to give their lives to God.
Bill Cullen

	The experience at the table between my family not only bonded us more to the Holy Spirit, but to each other as well.

This was a truly extraordinary experience. Having the crucifix in our home was a great honor. When we gathered together for

prayer, I felt the Lord's presence. It was a nice change in our house. To have four people to sit at one table, two teenagers and two

parents without one disagreement was the work of the Holy Spirit. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be a part of this

important vocation venture. If God calls my children to be a religious brother or sister, I will support them wholeheartedly. God

bless.
The Tiano Family

	It was great to pray for vocations on behalf of the universal Church. It wasn't easy to get someone to come forward to

accept the responsibility at St. Mark.  Father Sig chided some to get them to do it each week.

The power of prayer is endless.

In this prayerful mission, grant to us your love and guidance. Instill your grace and love in all those contemplating religious service

in Your Name.

The power of prayer is endless.

In this prayerful mission, grant to us your love and guidance.  Instill your grace and love in all those contemplating religious service

in Your Name.
Readings for the week of May 10, 2009

Sunday:	Acts 9:26-31/1 Jn 3:18-24/Jn 15:1-8
Monday:	Acts 14:5-18/Jn 14:21-26
Tuesday:	Acts 14:19-28/Jn 14:27-31a
Wednesday:	Acts 15:1-6/Jn 15:1-8
Thursday:	Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Jn 15:9-17
Friday:		Acts 15:22-31/Jn 15:12-17
Saturday:	Acts 16:1-10/Jn 15:18-21
Next Sunday:	Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48/1 Jn 4:7-10/			Jn 15:9-17
©Liturgical Publications Inc.

Marine City Interfaith Choir

	The Marine City Interfaith Choir will perform their Spring Program on Sunday, May 17th at 4:00 p.m. in St. Catherine

Church, directed by Carole Lohr
. Admission is free with light refreshments and fellowship following the program. For more information, please contact Bea

Wassenberg at 810-794-0098.
Seeking… Holy Cross Alumni

	On Sunday May 17, 2009 the Holy Cross Alumni Association will hold their Annual Brunch. It will take place at the

Knights of Columbus Banquet Center, 6385 King Road, Marine City. The doors open at 10:30 a.m., serving at 11:00 a.m.
	The cost is $8.00 per person. Reservations may be made by mail. Please send your check, name and the year of your

graduation to Bruce Beaton, 137 South Water Street, Marine City, MI. 48039.  Tickets available at the door and Walk-Ins are

Welcome!!
God Bless
Our Volunteers

	To thank all of you for all your work, time, and talent, Fr. Jim Lopez is inviting all volunteers 18 and older that are

members of Our Lady on the River Parish to a Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on Saturday, May 16th at Holy Cross Activity Center.

Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m.

Last Call for RSVP
	Am I a volunteer? If you give of your time in the church through any of the ministries, volunteer in the school or catechism

classes, serve on any of the commissions, councils, or groups in the parish and /or school, help out at any of our many parish

functions, funeral luncheons, dinners, festivals etc. then You Are Invited!!
	Anyone, who gives of their time voluntarily, is invited. Please fill out the registration RSVP form and return it by May 13th

so we can have an accurate count for the evening meal. RSVP can be returned in offering baskets, the parish offices, or by mail.

RSVP CARD for the Appreciation Dinner

Please return to Parish offices by May 10th.

Last Name

First Name

Additional Names


Total number of volunteers 18 and older

Phone number


Our Lady on the River Parish Volunteer
Appreciation Dinner
May 16th at Holy Cross Activity Center
One in The Spirit Prayer
and Bible Study Group

Spring 2009: Journey to Pentecost
Die to Self through the Acts of the Apostles Group
May 19th	Acts 16:22-43
	May 26th	Acts 20:17-27

	Our meetings are held on Tuesday evenings @ 6:45 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. All parishioners are welcome to join

us to sing praises to the Lord, listen to His Word, pray and share fellowship. If you are in need of prayer for yourself or someone

else, write your requests in the Prayer Petition Books located at the exits.
	To be placed on the prayer chain or for further information, please contact Eloise @ 810-794-9975.

FIFTH SUNDAY AT FIVE Vespers and Concert
	The Choir of St. Thomas More Parish, Troy, Michigan, Robert Meyer, organist and director, is the featured guest

ensemble as part of the FIFTH SUNDAY AT FIVE Vespers and Concert Series at Holy Cross Church, 610 S. Water St., Marine

City, Michigan, Sunday, May 31st, 5 p.m. The concert will include a variety of musical styles and follows Vespers, a short service

of Psalms and prayers. Free and open to the public.
St. Mark Fellowship Brunch

St. Mark Activity Center
Sunday, May17th after 10:30 a.m. Mass
Donations are welcome
and everyone is welcome to attend!

K of C News
Algonac Council 7227

Book Sale
The next book sale for the K of C will be on May 19th, 20th and 21st. It will run between the hours of 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Thank

you for your support!

Member Meeting
May 12th @ 7:00 p.m.

Ladies Guild meeting
May 20th @ 1:00 p.m.

Ladies Auxiliary Meeting
May 21st @ 1:00 p.m.

4th Degree
May 28th at Immaculate Conception @ 7:30 p.m.
Scripture Class to Resume

	The scripture class that was held during Lent and covered the high points of the Old Testament, has resumed by

request.  We will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday in the Holy Cross School Fine Arts Building (old convent).
	We have begun the study of the Gospels and the life of Jesus.  You can easily catch up if you couldn't join us last week.

Hope to see all who were there for the Old Testament section and invite any one else interested to join us for the New Testament

section.
Deacon Gary Krueger

How Would You Describe Your Faith Right Now?

		A.) very strong right now;
		B.) almost down to a thread;
		C.) just inching along;
		D.) striving to better itself;

	The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the normal way in which adults come into full, conscious, active participation

in the Catholic Church. The RCIA is NOT a program, is NOT a class. RCIA is primarily a journey of faith, a process, responding to

the call and work of God in one's life. The RCIA is for non-baptized adults, for baptized Christians who desire full communion, and

for Catholics who seek to complete the initiation sacraments. If you or someone you know is interested, please give the parish

office your name and phone number or fill out and return the form below, for an invitation to the Fall Inquiry Gathering.




YES, I AM INTERESTED IN RCIA


Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

Date:
Preventing Spread of the Swine Flu Virus

	The Archdiocese of Detroit is following guidance from the U.S. bishops and acting on the advice of local medical

professionals to help mitigate the potential spread of the swine flu virus. As it relates to the Mass, we remind you that it is

perfectly acceptable to forego a handshake at the “Sign of Pease,” and to forego drinking from the common cup during

Communion.
	You also can do your part to help keep everyone healthy by using common sense, practicing good hygiene, and staying

home if you are sick.
	For more information, visit the Archdiocese of Detroit Website at www.aodonline.org/fluadvisory.
3 in 1 Concert

The East China Community Band
The St. Clair Community Singers
The Marine City Interfaith Choir

Wednesday, May 20th
7:30 p.m.
East China performing Arts Center on Meisner Road
Donations accepted at the door
Lector and Eucharist Minister Enrichment

Thursday, May 14th
1:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. in
St. Catherine Church

	This meeting is for anyone interested in joining this ministry or anyone currently serving in this ministry and includes

both training and enrichment.
Words to Live By

	In order to be able to sing God's praises we must relearn the language of humility and trust, the language of moral

integrity and of sincere commitment to all that is truly good in the sight of the Lord.
-Pope John Paul II
Catholic Study Club

May Crowning
Wednesday, May 13th @ 7:30 p.m.
Hospitality by Mary Jo Stine
A Blessing and Prayer Tribute to all Mothers

“Blessed be all mothers
Who have come into our lives
Whose kindness, care and loving
Remain with us to guide.

Your inspiration in us
Made us strive in every way
Especially to remember
Helping others make our day.

Mothers, this little tribute
Flows directly from our heart
You are so loved and cherished
Invaluable, one and all, you are.”

Susan Kramer
FLOWER: Families Live Out the Word in Everyday Routines

	He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit, and every one that does he prunes so that it bears more fruit.

You are already pruned…
	The goal of every parent and caring adult is to someday say,  “You have been pruned…go and bear much fruit.” Through

love, discipline, and challenge, we strive to shape conscience and instill solid foundations so that our children and youth will

remain connected to God in their adult lives. What is our relation-ship with God? How do we remain connected to God? How is

this connection modeled
Widowed Friends

	Widowed Friends, for men and women of all ages, offers grief support that is geared toward healing, spiritual enrichment,

and a new sense of purpose. For information or to join, call Rose at 586-726-0844; or Justine at 734-455-6939; or visit the Web

site, www.widowedfriends.org.

Attention Gardeners…

	As you are putting in and tending this year's crops, please remember the Holy Cross Harvest Dinner. If you could plant a

few extra pumpkins, squash, red cabbage, beets, tomatoes, etc. for our farmers wagon, we would truly appreciate it.
	Please call Mary Jane Basney @ 810-765-4527 for further information or questions.
Pray to Our Blessed Mother
with Archbishop Vigneron

	Archbishop Allen Vigneron invites you to pray with him at 6:00 p.m. each Tuesday as he leads a brief devotional prayer

to Our Mother of Perpetual Help. The prayer with a contemporary opening remark will be aired on the Catholic Network of Detroit

(CTND) and WCAR AM 1090 (Michigan Catholic Radio). It also will be made available as a podcast and archived on the

Archdiocese of Detroit Web site, www.aodonline.org.
Mother's Day Flowers

	The Ladies Guild of St. Catherine will be hosting a flower sale this weekend in the vestibule of St. Catherine church.

Please consider joining us in remembering our Mother's and the significant women that have strengthened our lives and nurtured

our souls.
	The Marine City Knights of Columbus #856 will have flowers available following all Masses at Holy Cross.  The prophets

from the flower sale will go the Right to Life of Michigan to save the lives of unborn babies.  The suggested donation is $1.00 per

flower.
	This year's Lenten Rice Bowl collection was well over $3,000!!!  This money will be divided among our local St. Vincent

de Paul Societies.  A special thank you to the students of Our Lady on the River Religious Education program who collected over

$300.
	Thank you to everyone for your sacrifices to help the needy of our communities.

Parish Council Date Change

	The date for the next Parish Council meeting has been changed.  The next Parish Council meeting will be Monday, May

18th at 6:30 p.m. in the Holy Cross Rectory.  All council members please make note of this time and place change and plan to

attend.
	All Stewardship Commission members are also asked to attend this meeting.

Maritime Days
	Lots of volunteer helpers are needed to make the Maritime Days Festival a success.  If you can help in any way, please

see the sign up sheets at the back of Holy Cross Church.  We need you whether you can work a few hours or a few days, every

little bit helps.  Please consider signing up for any of the areas.


Maritime Days 2009
Friday, May 22 -
Monday, May 25
Downtown Marine City
Holy Cross Church grounds