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Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Dear Parishioners, God is truth A number of years ago, there was a satirical comedy about a greedy company from the east that saw an opportunity in the old west to make a lot of money by taking over a small town through All who seek truth seek which a railroad line would be run. The company had a logo modeled after Gulf Oil only it’s name was Engulf and Devour. In God, whether this is other words, it was a company designed to eat up something clear to them or not.~ whole and quickly so as to make as much money as possible. -- St Teresa Benedicta of the Obviously no company today would be so greedy and vulgar as Cross () was portrayed in Blazing Saddles. But greed is a problem not only from a letter to Sister Adelgundis, with businesses and individuals. trans. Josephine Koeppel

The readings today warn us against this sin which is one of the 7 Capital Sins. And we all need to be on our guard since we live in On August 9th, the a greedy culture which places material goods and access to them church celebrates the as a supreme value. It’s a sin that clings very closely to each of us Martyrdom of this unless we decide to do something about it. fascinating . Edith Jesus warns us today “Take care to guard against all greed…” and who are so foolish “...store up treasures Stein was a Jewish convert to Catholicism for themselves but are not rich in what matters to God.” who later became a Discalced Carmelite What matters to God is our stewardship over his gifts and and was martyred at Auschwitz. She is sharing with the poor, the needy, and the church. “Don’t be mean and selfish with your money.” (Deut 15:7) “Each of you the of converted Jews, loss of should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not parents, martyrs, and World Youth Day. reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful One of the most beautiful things about this giver.” (2COr 9:7) “God blesses everyone who is kind to the saint was her determination to discover poor.” (Prov 14:21) And finally, there is the poor widow who gives her last two coins in support of the temple. truth. The bible tells us the best way to overcome greed is generosity, A search for truth led her to philosophy, but not just in terms of treasure but also with our time and and a classmate remembers… talent as well. Jesus generously gave his life for us. In gratitude, “At the University, we were among the first shouldn’t we be generous with God’s gifts to us of time, talent, and treasure? women they admitted, so I think we formed a God Bless, Father Carl fairly select group… CONT...

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—Cont. Monthly Prayer Intention Not only did we take all the seminars in philosophy and education, we For those traveling also worked together for the Democratic Party (women at that time still

“May you have a good didn’t have the vote). journey, and God be with Edith had a deep love for truth. She was the most gifted woman I have you in your way, and his met in my life-and I have known many extraordinary women. She had a angel accompany you” penetrating and creative mind that kept working at a problem until the (Tobit 5:22) truth came to light.” –Edith Stein, A Biography

This openness to truth led her to the Church after being offered Welcome time in a friend’s library “I reached in at random and brought out a If you are looking for a hefty volume. It carried the title: Life of Saint Teresa of Avila, written by parish home, we would herself. I began to read, was captivated immediately, and did not stop like to invite you to join until I had read to the end. As I closed the book, I told myself: “This is ours here at St. Jane Truth.” From that moment on Carmel was my goal…” –Life in a Jewish Family

Frances. We are available In today’s world, many want us to believe that religion and reason if you have any questions can’t coexist. That faith means giving up reason. Perhaps when we or concerns. Registering are tempted to think this way we can take a lesson from this in our parish offers us a beautiful martyr and study the documents and teachings of the chance to better serve church for ourselves. Spend time reading the Fathers of the you and your family. To Church and the writings of the . The search for truth (God) register go to our should be a lifelong pursuit. website or give us a call at the parish office! Stjane.org or 410-255-4646 If you are not Catholic and would like information on our church and the Catholic Faith– ask for Claire Horvath when you call.

Lost and Found Don’t forget to sign up for ALPHA St. Anthony look Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the basics of the Christian around. Something's lost faith. Typically run over eleven weeks, each session looks at a and must be found! different question that people can have about faith and is designed (He may remind you to to create conversation. It’s just an open, informal and honest space look under the pew in to explore and discuss life’s big questions together. the front entrance of the church.) We begin Sunday, September 8th! St. Jane Frances de Chantal

Sacraments ALPHA YOUTH How do we choose Godparents? Godparents are chosen to serve as a witness and role model to those being baptized. This is why it is so important to consider The Alpha Youth carefully who should be asked to fill this important role. program is so good that Here are a few questions one must consider before choosing. we are asking all youth to participate in it · Does this person firmly believe in the teachings of the BEFORE they sign up for ? Confirmation · Does this person practice their Catholic faith by attending Preparation. Mass each weekend and if married are they married It will be run in in the Church? conjunction with our · Is this person likely to maintain a long-term relationship Adult Alpha Sessions so with the child? that families can · Does this person model a prayerful life? participate together if · Is this person prepared to guide the child towards salvation? they like. This fall we are starting The same questions should be asked of those being considered as Sunday, Sept. 8th and will Confirmation Sponsors since their role is to support the person meet in the hall from being confirmed as they journey towards heaven. 4:00 to 6:00

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All youth who will be attending High School in 2018-2019 year are invited to join the fun! Contact Mrs. Melissa for more information. www.stjane.org 410-255-4646

Around Town Save the Date! ⇒ Uniform Exchange – August 22nd– 9-12 and 5-7 at school "Pray and Play" ⇒ PREK 2-3-4– Orientation– August 28th 6:00 pm Holy Hour/Social for Men and ⇒ ME TIME– September 8th (our first of the year!) Women at St. John the ⇒ Parish Picnic!- September 22nd– A pot luck event!! Evangelist, Severna Park - Are there "little ones" in your life who need prayers? Join us What is happening here this week? on Tuesday, August 13th, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. for Eucharistic ⇒ Bingo– August 5th Bring a Friend! Adoration in the church to Go to our website for information on any of these events! trustingly place each soul before Jesus as you take a votive candle to our Eucharistic Lord during Adoration. Time in Adoration includes a Gospel reflection, communal and personal prayer, praise and worship music, and Benediction (which is a blessing!). We invite you to stay afterwards to socialize in the Good Shepherd Room to encourage one another in the faith and inspire each other to be missionary disciples in the world. Arrive by 6:45 p.m. so we may start at 7:00 p.m. Questions? Contact Susan at 410-647-9158.

Young Adults

Join area young adults for Theology on Tap on Tuesday, August 6 in downtown Annapolis! Our speaker will be Contact Ken Hess for more information [email protected] Fr. Rob Katafiasz, a recently ordained priest and associate pastor of Want to learn more about your faith?? Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Ellicott City. He will speak Please remember that St. Jane Frances Parish has paid for a on his personal vocation and subscription for all parishioners to use the FORMED.ORG site. vocations in general. Social at 7:00 p.m., talk at 7:30 Here one can find bible studies– saint videos– and so much more. p.m., and Q&A after. Our Code is MCYCMZ For location details, check out our Facebook page, Anne Arundel Catholic, or email Suffering post-abortion stress? Pregnant? Need Help? [email protected]. Call Project Rachel Call 1-800– Angel Ok 1-800-286-4224 St. Jane Frances de Chantal Mass Times

Weekend Masses 5:00 pm- Sat Vigil 8:00– Sun Morning 10:00– Sun Morning 11:30– Sun Morning

Weekday Masses 8:30 am Mon– Tues– Thurs-Fri Saturday

Confessions Sat. 3:30-4:30 Or by appointment Call parish Office at 410-255-4646

Adoration Mondays– 9:00-3:00 First Fridays– 9:00-3:00

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PASTORAL STAFF Saint Jane Frances Parish School

Pastor Rev. Msgr. Carl F. Cummings St. Jane is a coed Pre-K – 8 Catholic school with a STEM [email protected] program. Our school is accredited by the Advanced ED Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Permanent Deacon Council of Accreditation and School Improvement. Deacon Steve House It includes Pre-Kindergarten 2, 3, and 4 year olds and Full Day [email protected] Kindergarten. Contact the School office for information.

Religious Education School Office Claire Horvath Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. [email protected] School Office 410.255.4750

Youth Ministry School Office Fax 410.360.6720 Claire Horvath Outreach 410.255.4750 x1214 [email protected] www.stjaneschool.org Follow Us on Facebook at St. Jane Frances School School Principal Elena Simmons Sunday-August 04, 2019 Eccl 1:2; 2:21 -2 3 Parishioners of St. Jane [email protected] 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Col 3:1-5, 9-11 Francis Lk 12:13-21 Sharon Murphy Office Manager Dominic Corrier Gina Bujanowski Monday-August 05, 2019 Nm 11:4b-15 Mark Vetock

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Tuesday-August 06, 2019 Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 Bryan Timothy Smoot Director of Music/Principal Organist The Transfiguration of the Lord 2 Pt 1:16-19 Jay J. Klapka Lk 9:28b-36

[email protected] Nm 13:1-2, 25—14:1, 26- Wednesday-August 07, 2019 Communion Service 29a, 34-35 Parish Secretary Mt 15:21-28 Tracey Laber [email protected] Thursday-August 08, 2019 Nm 20:1-13 Jim Wilson

St. Dominic Mt 16:13-23

Dt 4:32-40 ORGANIZATIONS Friday-August 09, 2019 Robert L. Hand

Mt 16:24-28 Knights of Columbus Russ Hewi  Saturday-August 10, 2019 2 Cor 9:6-10 Al Mohr

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Sunday-August 11, 2019 Wis 18:6-9 Sodality Parishioners of St. Jane 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Heb 11:1-2, 8-19 Francis Samantha Adamic 410-279-8806 Lk 12:32-48 Constance R. Boyer Holy Name Society Philip Smith Philip Knauer 410.437.9725

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