Diversity Ministry – invites all parishioners to the celebration of African American Diversity Weekend, January 28th and 29th as we celebrate and honor Venerable Henriette Delille, a descendant of slaves of old New Orleans and one of the founders of Sisters of the Holy Family.  The celebration will be highlighted by a presentation at the 9:30 am mass, followed by a red beans and rice and sweet potato brunch in the cafeteria.  We encourage each of you to attend and bring your families.

Algiers Food Bank in Need Again – The food bank sponsored by United Churches of Algiers is again in need of food for the poor and needy of Algiers.  Donations of food are off sharply and the food bank shelves are low.  Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item each Sunday to Mass or any week day and placing it in the box in the church lobby.  Peanut butter, jelly, macaroni and cheese, canned meats, tuna, cereal, and powdered milk are in special demand.  Also remember that any money you place in the envelopes marked “Poor Box” is given each month to charitable organizations serving the poor, elderly, and homeless.  As always, the Community Action committee thanks you for your continued support and prayers.

The Parish Mass Book for the 2012  year is now open.  Parishioners who wish to have masses said for their loved ones may come to the rectory.  Masses will be honored on a first come first serve basis.  Only one intention may be taken for masses except for the 4:30 Saturday Vigil Mass and the 11:00 Sunday Mass.  The donation is $5.00 per mass, per intention.  Requests for the Sanctuary Candle will also be taken.  The donation for the Candle is $10.00.

Chorister Registration Form 2011

-The Pastoral Council functions as a planning and advisory board to the pastor to serve the needs of the parish and help fulfill the parish mission.

-Seven at-large members serve on the council.

-Six are elected by the congregation, and one is appointed by the pastor.

-At-large members serve staggered three year terms.

Please consider serving your parish as an at-large member of the Pastoral Council, and help “bring God to people and people to God.”

FOOD BANK REPORT – The food bank sponsored by United Churches of Algiers is again in need of food for the poor and needy of Algiers.  Donations of food are off sharply since the holidays and the food bank shelves are very low.  Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item each Sunday to Mass and placing it in the box in the church lobby.  Peanut butter and jelly, macaroni and cheese, canned meats, tuna, cereal, and powdered milk are in special demand.  Also remembeer that any money you place in the envelopes marked “Poor Box” is given each month to charitable organizations serving the poor, elderly, and homeless.  As always, the Community Action Committee thanks you for your continued support and prayers.  

MASS BOOK  for 2011 -  Parishioners who wish to have masses said for their loved ones may come to the rectory.  Masses will be honored on a first come first serve basis.  Only one intention may be taken for masses except for the 4:30 Saturday Vigil Mass and the 11:00 Sunday Mass.  The donation is $5.00 per mass, per intention.  Requests for the Sanctuary Candle will also be taken.  The donation for the candle is $10.00.

 ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE PARISH NEEDS YOU!!!  The Pastoral Council last hosted a special Stewardship Weekend in October 2010.  Many of the ministries had booths with information regarding their various activities.  Each ministry spent time with parishioners discussing the purpose of their ministries and encouraging parishioners to become involved in this special parish.  It’s no too late if you were unable to attend this ministry fair!  Information packets regarding all of the ministries can be found in the back of the church or in the rectory.   You can sign up for one or more of our ministries by turning in the volunteer sheet either at mass or to the rectory.  We need all of our parishioners to consider sharing some of your time, talent and treasures to keep St. Andrew the Apostle Parish the best it can be!  Pictures of “Stewardship Weekend” can be found on the home page of this website under Photos – Stewardship 2010.

DIVERSITY MINISTRY  - The purpose of the diversity ministry is to bring all people of faith together to begin the process of understanding that we are all children of God and to create a parish inclusive of all races, cultures, ages and disabilities.  At present, we are planning three functions this fiscal year, which includes a Diversity mass, followed by a luncheon.  Our events are scheduled for October (we honor our Asian parishioners), December (we honor our Latin American parishioners) , and January (we honor our African American parishioners.)  We really need your help.  If you could give us just an hour of your time to spend on these projects, we would appreciate it.  If you can assist, please call Jerry Fiegel at 433-2661 or Darlene Thomas at 398-0056 or call the Parish Rectory

Pool Party Flyer

School Board Ballot
Pastoral Council Ballot

ADORATION AND STATIONS OF THE CROSS – March 26;   Adoration at 7:00 PM followed by Stations of the Cross 7:30 PM

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #9107 FISH FRY – KC’s hosting their annual Lenten Fish Fry’s at Cafe Archer starting February 19th.  Plates of fried fish and fried shrimp will be offered for $8 per plate.  Included are french fries, coleslaw and hush puppies.  Gumbo will be $3.  Each week a special dish will be offered as well.  White beans with shrimp on February 19 and March 19.  Jambalaya and fettuccine will be offered on other dates.  Beverages will be offered for purchase as well as desserts.  Fish Fry’s will also be held on Feb. 26, Mar 12, 19 and 26.  Take out orders will be available at 4:30 pm.  Dine in hours 5:00 pm till 8:00 pm.  Please come out and support our KC’s and all the wonderful things they do for our church parish and the community. (Fish Fry Flier)

LENTEN MISSION – given by Deacon Harold Vincent – March 8 , 9, & 10 – 7:00 PM in the church.  The theme will be “Blessed are you”.  The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered on Wednesday, March 10th. (Lenten Mission Flyer)

PALM SUNDAY - Masses – Saturday, March 27 – Vigil 4:30 PM;   Sunday, March 28 – Regular Mass Schedule;   Palm Sunday procession beginning at 9:15 AM.

EASTER TRIDUUM —–

HOLY THURSDAY - Mass of the Lord’s Supper – April 1 – 7:00 PM (only);   No morning mass

GOOD FRIDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION – April 2 – 3:00 pm;   Stations of the Cross – 7:30 PM;   No Morning mass - Divine Mercy Novena begins

HOLY SATURDAY - April 3 Vigil Mass – 8:00 PM only;   No morning mass and no reconciliation

EASTER SUNDAY – April 4 – 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 AM masses;   No evening mass

BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, MOTHER OF GOD (NEW YEAR’S DAY) MASS SCHEDULE

Vigil Mass: 7:00 pm December 31

Holy Day Masses: 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 am on January 1.  There will be no evening mass.

BLESSING OF EXPECTANT MOMS

December 27 will be the Blessing of Expectant Moms at the 9:30 am Mass, sponsored by the Family Life Committee.  All expectant Moms will be asked to come up to the front of church for a short blessing and a small gift from the Committee.