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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN
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The MEMORIAL TREE OF LIFE has been placed in the gallery of St. Margaret Church. Through this program, you may choose to honor a family name or the memory of a loved one, to serve through the years as an inspiration to future generations. For more information, please call the Parish Office.

The Ministry Schedule ...
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July 5, 2009
   Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
    Self-acceptance

Readings for July 12, 2009
   Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
    Sharing Good News

Reading 1: Amos 7: 12-15 (Amos called by God to prophesy)
Reading 2: Ephesians 1: 3-14 (blessing for Jew and Gentile)
Gospel: Mark 6: 7-13 (the mission of the twelve)
Key Passage: He called the twelve and began to send them out two by two, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits. (Mark 6: 7)
Adult: What good news of Jesus can you share with others this week?
Child: What good news of Jesus can you share with others this week?

MASS INTENTIONS
07/04/09 - 07/12/09

Sat    4:00 PM Helen Redwinski
         5:30 PM  Ernest Buzas
Sun   7:30 AM  Ida & Anthony Nasuta
         9:00 AM Lt. Owen Sweeney
         9:30 AM  Parishioners of Saint Margaret Parish
       10:30 AM  Paul Duffy
       11:00 AM  Margaret M. Ehlinger
       12:00 PM Paul & Josephine Guercio
Mon 6:30 AM  Irene Stachiw (Sp Int)
         8:30 AM  Irene Fotis
Tue   6:30 AM Noreen Murphy
         8:30 AM  George P. Haupin
Wed 6:30 AM  The DiMaggio Family (Sp Int)
         8:30 AM  Lois May O'Neill
Thur 6:30 AM Eucharistic Service
         8:30 AM Wyatt Gentry
Fri     6:30 AM Charlotte Peterson (Sp Int)
         8:30 AM Stephen T. Toth, Jr.
                          4th of July
Sat    8:30 AM Special Intention
         4:00 PM Wanda Clauto
         5:30 PM Special Intention
Sun   7:30 AM  Rev. J. Alphonse Frederick
         9:00 AM  Michael Guercio
       9:30 AM  Mr. Cherwinski
       10:30 AM Fred Alter
     11:00 AM  Parishioners of Saint Margaret Parish
       12:00 PM  Marie Etzel

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Sarah Kaitlin Hudson, Andrew Joseph Van Syckle, Annalise Abigail Van Syckle and Victoria Grace Van Syckle who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on June 28, 2009.

God's Blessing upon our Military and their Families as we celebrate ...

4th of July 2009
Independence Day

Employment Opportunity

Dear Friends,

This is the third consecutive column devoted to the implementation of our parish Strategic Plan. Last week I talked about the Communication and Relationship Building goal and shared the new branding or logo for Saint Margaret Parish.

Today I am turning to another goal, Facility Advancement. This goal states: “Saint Margaret Parish will provide proper facilities that are sustainably developed, managed and maintained to support the faith, community, and ministerial mission of the parish.” The major objective for fulfilling this goal is “To develop a 20-year Master Plan for both campuses [Saint Margaret and Saint Mary Magdalen] focusing on 1) Physical space usage and needs [for] education, worship, and ministries, 2) Clergy residence, and 3) Parking.” I am pleased to say that this objective has been accomplished. This Master Plan is based on a professional study of our facilities, properties and needs. It foresees three phases of work spread out over the next nine years. We are now beginning to address phase one which includes the following projects.

4We want to do some enhancements to the interior of the Callahan Center. No question, this must continue as a multi-function building. Nevertheless, its main weekly purpose is for two Sunday Masses and we want to enhance the sacredness of this setting. This study/plan will include: a tabernacle for the reservation of the Eucharist, liturgical art, enlargement of the platform/sanctuary area, and possibly the addition of screens for audio-visual presentations. These ideas originated from a consultation last fall with interested parishioners who regularly attend Mass at Saint Mary Magdalen. We are now interviewing a professional liturgical designer recommended by the Archdiocese to assist us with this.
4We want to try to add parking to Saint Margaret’s. We are looking at removing a small ranch house owned by the parish adjacent to the rear parking lot, doing a professional plan and marking of the current parking lot and then extending it onto the site presently occupied by the house and its lawn. We are advised that we might be able to gain as many as 41 parking spaces. In doing this, we will have to abide by storm water management requirements. We will utilize a professional recommended by the Archdiocese to assist with this.
4We need to repair and enhance signage on both properties. This will include the street signs, directional signs for locating buildings, and identification signs for each building on both properties.
4The last part of phase one of the Master Plan, to be done only after the above are accomplished, is a thorough study of the needs of Saint Margaret church. Our church is forty years old and some of the focuses of the study are: roofing, the creation of a gathering space, better lighting in hallways and all walk areas, upgrading of restrooms, reconfiguring the entire Confessional/Reconciliation Room spaces, enhancement of the shrine of the Blessed Virgin Mary to the left of the sanctuary, etc.

Obviously, all of the above will cost money. We will study all projects carefully, act prudently, and definitely keep all of you fully informed and consulted as we progress.

May we all have a happy Fourth of July and thank God for the freedom and many blessings that we have here in the United States.

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Jane O'Hara, Outreach Coordinator
410-838-6969, ext 143
johara@stmargaret.org

MUSIC
Michael Britt, Director of Music
410-879-2670, ext 136
mbritt@stmargaret.org

Substance Abuse Ministry
If you open your house to an underage drinking party as hosts, your consequences could be criminal liability, civil liability and most significantly, danger to the kids. If you think that "kids are going to drink anyway." remember that Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of 0.40% is considered a lethal dose (onset of coma and possible death due to respiratory arrest can occur).
Help and guidance, check [ HERE ].

Faith Communities and Civic Agencies
United (FCCAU) Shelter

We are in need of night hosts to serve at the shelter from 6:00 pm to Midnight. This shift could be shared between two volunteers. Please contact Jane O'Hara if interested in volunteering. Saint Margaret serves at the shelter on the 29th of each month.

Harford County Health Department
Division of Addiction Services
Open House
To showcase their newest locations
On Friday, June 12, 2009 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Adult Addictions
120 S. Hays Street, Suite 300
Bel Air, Maryland

Adolescent Addictions
5 N. Main Street, Mail Level
Bel Air, Maryland

RSVP to Caryn Scarborough at 410-877-2340

The Running of the Rose
Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus
Pilgrimage through Maryland, July 5th
To honor our Blessed Mother and
highlight the pro-life policy
Mass
Immaculate Conception Parish
200 Ware Avenue, Towson, MD
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 7:30 pm

TRAVELING?
We pray for a safe journey for you and look forward to your return. For Mass times and locations, call (410) 676-6000 or www.masstimes.org.

We thank organist Rick Schaech and Pete Anderson for playing at Saint Margaret on Sunday while our Director of Music, Michael Britt is performing in Texas.

Eucharistic Adoration for vocations will be held Tuesday, July 14, 2009 after the 8:30 am Mass in Saint Margaret Chapel. Following benediction at 6:00 pm, the Blessed Sacrament will be reposed. Participate in this special day of prayer by coming to the Chapel to spend some quiet time in adoration of the Lord.

Graces

The Summer issue of Graces is ready for distribution on July 4th and 5th at all the Masses. May we draw your attention to a beautiful article by Jerry Lempka, a first-time contributor to Graces. Jerry is one of our lectors.

To the Parish Community
of Saint Margaret Parish:

The love and support that you gave the Little Sisters of the Poor was a sign of your genuine Charity. The collection amounted to $9,853.20. Your gifts are truly a sign of God's loving and caring Providence, which will help us provide the best possible care for the many elderly in need who come to make their Home with us. Thank You all !

Our Residents of St. Martin's Home join with us in promising you our daily prayers for all your many intentions. God bless each and everyone of you!

The Little Sisters of the Poor and Residents of St. Martin's.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Marie Dekowski
410-838-6969, ext 126
mdekowski@stmargaret.org

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Karen Clemens: 410-838-6969, ext 125 kclemens@stmargaret.org
CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAM
Kim O'Brien: 410-877-9660
kobrien@stmargaret.org

- Compliment each other once a day.

- Make a list of things you still love about your mate.

- In tense times ask your spouse, “What do you need
from me right now?”

- Find a God couple, whom you admire.

- Get together with married couples who enjoy being married.

CENTERING PRAYER - Our Centering Prayer Community meets twice a month in the Adult Education Center on St. Margaret Campus. If you are interested in learning more about contemplative prayer or joining the community, please contact Marie Dekowski.

RCIA – All those who are interested in exploring our Catholic faith or may have drifted away and want to return to our Catholic faith or want to further their understanding of our Catholic faith are invited to participate in our parish’s RCIA program. Please contact Marie Dekowski.

Pre-K, First Grade - Sunday School
Marge Troilo 410-838-6969, ext 127 religioused@stmargaret.org

Sunday - PreSchool - 1st Grade and
Wednesday - K through Grade 5
Finished for the season.
See you next year!

Sunday Nursery Schedule
Church and Mission:
July 12, 19, 26

“Year for Priests”

Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has declared June 19, 2009 to June 19, 2010 – a “Year for Priests” and designated St. John Vianney as the Universal Patron of All Priests on the occasion of the 150^th anniversary of the saint’s death.

The “Year for Priests” celebration began on the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a day of prayer for the sanctification of all priests.

Watch the Catholic Review, our Parish bulletin and the Archdiocesan website www.archbalt.org for more information and resources for celebrating this “Year of the Priests”.

Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Classes are completed for the
School Year 2008-09

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAMS

4 The National Catholic Youth Conference 2009 (NCYC) will be held on November 19-21, 2009 in Kansas City. The application form is available on the parish website [ HERE ]. Please contact Kim O’Brien for further information.

4 The Summer CIA Calendar is available [HERE]. Contact Kim O’Brien for more information.

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Faith Formation Registration Package
School Year 2009-2010

Registration packages are available in the back of Church, at the Mission, in the Parish Office and on the website. Remember, July 14, 2009 is the last day for the discounted tuition rate.
General information and registration forms for Fall Faith Formation Courses are available [HERE].

ATTENTION – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We are actively seeking volunteers to help with middle and high school Faith Formation (Religious Education) classes beginning in the Fall. Catechists, Hall Monitors, Adult Mentors for Teens, Service Project Adult Team Members and Adult Helpers for the Gym are needed. Times to help are on Sunday, Tuesday, or Wednesday nights. Please contact the Office of Faith Formation if you can help. Thank You!

Welcome One Emergency Shelter
We are in need of volunteers throughout the year especially on the 29^th of the month. We need cooks, at least 3 each time, van drivers, host/hostess to spend the night and to assist with serving meals. We are always in need of packages snacks, large lunch bags, sandwich bags and drinks (water or juice) for lunches. If you are interested or have any questions, please call Pat Stasiak at (410) 420-2852.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Parishioners are needed to help with the Children's Lectionary of the Word at the 11:00 am Mass at St. Mary Magdalen Mission. Please consider participating in this important ministry for the children of Saint Margaret. Please contact Fran Geraghty at 443- 270-4248 for further information.

OBERAMMERGAU
PASSION PLAY

GERMANY, 2010

Join our Pastor on this exciting trip.
Our Pastor, Msgr. Michael Schleupner will be leading a group to Germany in June of 2010. If you would like to receive the itinerary please call the Parish Office, 410-879-2670. Questions should be directed to Karen Saccenti, at the Parish Office, phone 410-879-2670.

SAINT MARGARET SCHOOL
Jane Dean, Principal
Elementary Campus 410-879-1113
Middle School Campus 410-877-9660
Website: www.smsch.org

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

July 3rd - July 6th	Elementary School office closed for holiday
July 7th - July 31st	Middle School office closed for the Summer Elementary School office opens 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon Elementary School office closed Fridays in July

The following students earned Honor Roll for 3rd Trimester:

HONOR ROLL 7^th GRADE: Wyatt Bucci, Carley Bynion, Quinn Collins, Meredith Haggerty, Andrew Jefferson, Hope Kelly, Kara Komondor, Nick Loiodice, Abbey Messaris, Brittany Minsky, Chelsea Nunnally, Aidan Oates, Taylor O’Brien, Emily Patrick, Andrea Roche, Amanda Spaeth, and Caitlin Wolfarth.

PRINCIPAL’S LIST 7^th Grade: Kayla Bynion, Daniel Fetcho, Steven Gercken, Isobel Hawes, Daniel Hentschel, Kirsten Kyburz, Kory Rajotte, Amanda Reid, Ben Schiavone, Morgan Sulzbach, and Henry Vido.

IMPROVEMENT AWARD 6^th Grade: Kaitlyn Green, Ben Nicodemus, Zachary Powers, Elizabeth Shriver, and Madison Taylor.

IMPROVEMENT AWARD 7^th Grade: Bri anna Brinkley, Brian Burke, Jalice Corral, Ellie Daney, Camillo Fortunato, Nick Grunewald, Katelyn Helmlinger, Ryan Impallaria, Alex Kane, Madysen Leyh, Erika Lipford, Chris Miller, and Matthew Prietz.

KIM TRIO MATH AWARD:
5^th Grade - Michael Ehart,
6^th Grade - Christopher Swartz, and
7^th Grade - Isobel Hawes.

JACKIE KINZLER SCIENCE AWARD: 6^th Grade - Margaux Haiber and 7^th Grade - Abigail Messaris.

LANGUAGE ARTS AWARD:
6^th Grade - Anna Linscott, and
7^th Grade - Carley Bynion.

ARCHDIOCESAN SPELLING BEE: 6^th Grade Participants - Alex Kelley, Jenna King, Chris Swartz, and Morgan Taylor.

The following students were recognized for their contributions for the School Year 2008-2009 at our
end of year assembly:

ANNOUNCERS: Haley Dick, Michael Ehart, Katherine Heidrick, Julia Henninger, Lauren Impallaria, Kristen Isoldi, Alexandra Kropkowski, Kathleen O’Neill, Mary Talbard, Jade Taylor, and Gabriel Webster.

ART ROOM HELPERS: Sean Campbell, Sebastian Corral, Rachel DiCamillo, Camren Exter, Lauren Impallaria, Megan Ingold, Alexandra Kropkowski, and Eleanor Werneke.

BAND MEMBERS: Olivia Barnhart, Michaela Bentman, Andrew Bogdan, Brian Bollinger, Kyle Bollinger, Luke Bollinger, Camren Exter, Nicholas Hughes, Margaret Heilig, Alexandra Kropkowski, Joseph Kyburz, Delaney Link, Mason Loskot, Erin McCloskey, Lauren Pizza, Rachel Snarski, Lauren Strohman, Rory Szymanowski, Christopher Tassinari, Alexandra Taylor, Andrew Ward, Veronica Woodring, Madeline Wright, and Collin Zamerski.

DEVELOPMENT
Karen Saccenti, 410-838-6969, ext 112
ksaccenti@stmargaret.org

IT’S VACATION TIME!

Going fishing? A golf outing? Heading to the beach?
Have a good time. Keep safe and healthy. We pray that your vacation will be pleasant and restful.

Before you go, why not use your offertory envelopes for those weeks that you’ll be on vacation? Send them in before you go and you’ll know you are helping the parish meet our bills that must be paid each week. Contributing through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is also an easy way to make sure you don’t miss contributing to the parish. EFT forms are available on the parish website [ HERE ], and at the doors of the building.

SERVICES FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN
In an effort to accommodate parents with infants and young children, our parish provides the following services:

4 Baby changing stations are located in the handicap accessible restrooms

4 Nursery service for children up to 3 years of age is provided in the Pre-school building (next to the church) during the 9 am and 10:30 am Masses at Saint Margaret and during the 9:30 am and 11 am Masses at Saint Mary Magdalen.

4 The sound system extends into the cry room and lobby area for parents when their little ones need a “breather”.

PARISH INTENTION BOOK

We would like to keep your intentions in our prayer and Mass intentions. There is an intention book in both the Church and the Mission Center for you to write your intentions. As a community of faith, we pray for those intentions at every Mass.

MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS
Many corporations have a Matching Gift Program where they will match your gift or donation. This match can double or even triple your donation at no extra cost to you. If you or your spouse work for a matching gift company, please consider having your donation matched by the employer. Participation is easy. Contact your employer and

1. Ask your employer if they support a Matching Gift Program. Saint Margaret Parish is a 501(c) (3) corporation.

2. Obtain a Matching Gift form from your employer’s human resources or payroll department.

3. Complete the donor section of the form and send it to Saint Margaret Parish, 141 N. Hickory Avenue , Bel Air, Maryland 21014 according to your employer’s guidelines.

Some companies may not donate specifically to a church but will donate to a school or program in the Parish, such as outreach to the needy, homeless shelter, etc. For more information, please call Karen Saccenti , (410) 879-2670, ext 112 or email ksaccenti@stmargaret.org .

DID YOU FORGET YOUR ENVELOPE?
For your convenience, contribution envelopes are available on the tables near each of the doors at the Church and Mission.

... more SAINT MARGARET NEWS

OUR PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL meets monthly and all interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
[ Pastoral Council Members ]

AREA NEWS ...

V The John Carroll Boys' and Girls' Soccer Program will host a Bull Roast & Shrimp Feast Auction event on Saturday, August 22, 2009 from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm at the Richlin Ballroom. For ticket contact Debbie Ostrowski at (443) 922-7329 or email at debbie0318@yahoo.com .

V SACRED STITCHES: Historic Vestment Exhibit at the Baltimore Basilica from now until September 27, 2009. The exhibit includes James Cardinal Gibbons' golden vestments, which he wore during the Third Plenary Council in 1884 (the Basilica Museum showcases the matching chalice veil and burse); a set of Irish Poplin vestments from the bishop and clergy of the Diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise, to Archbishop Michael J. Curley, which feature stunning hand-stitched Celtic designs; along with several other beautiful and historic vestments. For more information call 410- 727-3565, ext 68.

V A SUMMER RAFFLE to benefit Anna's House will include a bushel of steamed crabs, etc. and 4 Executive Suite Skybox Orioles tickets. Drawing is September 21, 2009. Call Cindy at 410-803-1752 or chanley@cc-md.org for further information.

V The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are August 14-16, 2009 and November 6-8, 2009. For more information or to register call toll free 1-877-558-5683.

IN TRIBUTE!

Please remember our service men and women and their families. These brave souls give of themselves so we can worship freely in this great country! Pray that they may all return safely home and that the world knows peace.

What Does America Mean?

The word "America" does not mean a member of any certain race who belongs to any certain church or votes any certain political ticket. It is the most inclusive national name there has ever been. It means black, white, brown, yellow; it means Christian, Jew, atheist, living together and working toward the common good while preserving the rights of an individual.
Zula Bennington Greene

June 28, 2009
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
    Rich in love

Readings for July 5, 2009
   Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
    Self-acceptance

Reading 1: Ezekiel 2: 2-5 (the Lord speaks to Ezekiel)
Reading 2: 2 Corinthians 12: 7-19 (Paul's Weakness)
Gospel: Mark 6: 1-6 (Jesus at Nazreth)
Key Passage: Paul said, three times I appealed to the Lord about this, that it would leave me, but he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness." (2 Corinthians 12: 8)
Adult: What unavoidable weakness in yourself do you struggle to accept?
Child: What have you wished would be different or better about you?

MASS INTENTIONS
06/27/09 - 07/05/09

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Tyler Michael Cheshier, Luke Joseph Martin, Briauna Mackenzie Irene Powers Shriner and Ella Pierna Shriner who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on June 21, 2009.

4th of July
Independence Day
Office Hours

The Parish Office will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2009 and reopen on Monday, July 6, 2009 at 9:00 am.

Dear Friends,

Today is the second in a series of columns designed to bring you up-to-date on the implementation of the parish Strategic Plan. Last weekend I reviewed the Vision and Mission Statements which are the foundation of a Strategic Plan. Built on those statements are six major goals:

1) Living in the Lord
2) Leadership, Mentoring and Engagement
3) Facility Advancement
4) Finance and Development
5) Communication and Relationship Building
6) Organization.

Today I am focusing on # 5.

The Communication and Relationship Building goal states: “Saint Margaret Parish will build relationships by enhancing internal communication and creatively conveying the Good News of our caring, accessible, faith-filled community to the parish and beyond.” There are four objectives attached to this goal and the very first calls for “a bold, creative formal branding initiative for Saint Margaret Parish.” If you are like me, you might be asking: what is “branding”?

The understanding that I have learned is that branding is a process of being clear about our core identity and core values and then being consistent in communicating these characteristics. In a way, the branding project was simple after we agreed on our Vision and Mission Statements (reviewed last week). In the branding project, we focused on our core identity as “Saint Margaret Parish…centered in the Eucharist.” This brand gets represented in a logo. We are very fortunate in having professionals in our parish who do branding, logos, and marketing. One parishioner led this process and donated his time and expertise in developing a new logo to represent our parish. Here it is:

The S and M of the logo obviously speak of Saint Margaret Parish. Notice that the interior of the M is designed with the image of a chalice and host, representing the Eucharist. We will use this logo on all printed and electronic communications and in all ministries of our parish, including the school. The logo and printed identification of the parish beneath it speak of our unity as one parish. Whenever possible in our communications, we will also note our two locations: Saint Margaret Church on Hickory Avenue and Saint Mary Magdalen Mission on Churchville Road .

Now that this branding project is complete, you will see a number of other communications projects follow rather rapidly. We have already re-designed stationery and will phase this in over time, as old stationery gets used. We will have a re-designed bulletin by the end of the summer. We will develop a new web-page for our website. And we will now proceed to upgrade and add signage for both properties and for the buildings on both properties.

Next week I will continue with the update on the implementation of our Strategic Plan.

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Jane O'Hara, Outreach Coordinator
410-838-6969, ext 143
johara@stmargaret.org

MUSIC
Michael Britt, Director of Music
410-879-2670, ext 136
mbritt@stmargaret.org

Substance Abuse Ministry
Healing, RecOvery, Prevention, PEace [HOPE]
Help and guidance, check [ HERE ].

Harford Family House is in need of used furniture in good condition. Contact them at (410) 273-6700 to donate furniture items.

ROSARY MAKING

There will be a session on Thursday, July 2nd at 9:30 am in the Adult Education Center (AEC). Anyone interested in learning how to make rosaries, whether for yourself or to assist the female inmates at the prison, are welcome to attend.

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The Agencies shown below
are in urgent need of the following Items:

Anna House
Paper towels and kitchen size trash bags

Detention Center
Bibles - We will accept any used (in good condition) or new paperback editions of the New American Bible.

You may bring these items to the Outreach Office located on the second floor of the Parish Office. Many thanks in advance for your help and generosity!

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TRAVELING?
We pray for a safe journey for you and look forward to your return. For Mass times and locations, call (410) 676-6000 or www.masstimes.org.

First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary will follow the 8:30 am Mass on July 4, 2009. All are encouraged to attend.

Day of Reflection
A day of reflection for persons with developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers, and friends will be held on Sunday, July 5th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Msgr. O’Dwyer Retreat House in Sparks , Maryland . The afternoon features Fr. Joe Brieghner as the presenter and Mass celebrant and includes a pizza party. Registration forms are available by calling (410) 547-5403.

Welcome One Shelter
We are in need of volunteers throughout the year especially on the 29^th of the month. We need cooks, at least 3 each time, van drivers, host/hostess to spend the night and to assist with serving meals. We are always in need of packaged snacks, large lunch bags, sandwich bags and drinks (water or juice) for lunches. If you are interested or have any questions, please call Pat Stasiak at (410) 420-2852.

Graces

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Marie Dekowski
410-838-6969, ext 126
mdekowski@stmargaret.org

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Karen Clemens: 410-838-6969, ext 125 kclemens@stmargaret.org
CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAM
Kim O'Brien: 410-877-9660
kobrien@stmargaret.org

- Compliment each other once a day.

- Make a list of things you still love about your mate.

- In tense times ask your spouse, “What do you need
from me right now?”

- Find a God couple, whom you admire.

- Get together with married couples who enjoy being married.

CENTERING PRAYER - Our Centering Prayer Community meets twice a month in the Adult Education Center on St. Margaret Campus. If you are interested in learning more about contemplative prayer or joining the community, please contact Marie Dekowski.

RCIA – All those who are interested in exploring our Catholic faith or may have drifted away and want to return to our Catholic faith or want to further their understanding of our Catholic faith are invited to participate in our parish’s RCIA program. Please contact Marie Dekowski.

Pre-K, First Grade - Sunday School
Marge Troilo 410-838-6969, ext 127 religioused@stmargaret.org

Sunday - PreSchool - 1st Grade and
Wednesday - K through Grade 5
Finished for the season.
See you next year!

Sunday Nursery Schedule
Church and Mission:
July 5, 12, 19, 26

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Registration is NOW CLOSED!

VACATION BIBLE CAMP (VBC)

ANOTHER GREAT YEAR of
VACATION BIBLE CAMP!

THANK YOU to all the Camp Counselors and the many youth and adult volunteers who helped make this year's Vacation Bible Camp such a success. We could not do this without your help and support!

Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Classes are completed for the
School Year 2008-09

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAMS

4 The National Catholic Youth Conference 2009 (NCYC) will be held on November 19-21, 2009 in Kansas City. To determine our level of interest an e-mail will be sent to all high school families. The form is available on the parish website [ HERE ]. Please contact Kim O’Brien for further information.

4 The Summer CIA Calendar is available [HERE]. Contact Kim O’Brien for more information.

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Faith Formation Registration Package
School Year 2009-2010

Registration packages were mailed on Thursday, June 18, 2009. Packages will also be available in the back of Church, at the Mission, in the Parish Office and on the website. Remember, July 14, 2009 is the last day for the discounted tuition rate.
General information and registration forms for Fall Faith Formation Courses are available [HERE].

Baseball Game & Fireworks!
(Armed Services Day)
Ripken Stadium Saturday, August 1, 2009
Sorry!!! We are SOLD OUT!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

OBERAMMERGAU
PASSION PLAY

GERMANY, 2010

SAINT MARGARET SCHOOL
Jane Dean, Principal
Elementary Campus 410-879-1113
Middle School Campus 410-877-9660
Website: www.smsch.org

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

June 29th - July 31st	Middle School office closed for the Summer Elementary School office opens 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon Elementary School office closed Fridays in July
July 3rd - July 6th	Elementary School office closed for holiday

The following students were recognized at our End-of-Year Middle School Assembly for their participation in the following activities for the school year 2008-2009:

GIRLS SOCCER TEAM: Junior Varsity: Sarah Denhardt, Molly Exter, Margaux Haiber, Laura Hancock, Emma Imbierowicz, Alex Kane, Kirsten Kyburz, Abby Messaris, Emily Patrick, Gina Rinaldi, Kasey Ryan, Rebecca Simon, and Morgan Sulzbach.

The following fifth grade students earned the Presidential Education Awards for the school year 2008-2009:

PRESIDENTIAL EDUCATION AWARD OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE:
Raymius Mithunan Angelo, Matthew Brian Becker, Michael Edward Ehart, Molly Marie Garvine, Ryan Jennings Grauel, Claire Marie Grunewald, Owen Robert Haiber, Julia Elizabeth Henninger, Peter Douglas Kirby, Alexandra Marie Kropkowski, Joseph Jeffrey Kyburz, Nicholas Patrick Miller, Kathleen Erin O’Neill, and Preston John Thomson.

PRESIDENTIAL EDUCATION AWARD OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT:
Abigail Marie Ascenzi, Andrew Kent Borkowicz, Juli anna Maria Butta, Sean Patrick Campbell, Megan Elizabeth Cowan, Alice May Cumpston, Haley Marie Dick, Mary Katherine Gerety, Julia Marie Haigley, Katherine Mackenzie Heidrick, Kristen Paige Isoldi, Alexander Monroe Kaufman, Carly Bay Lyon, Rebecca Grace Schafer, James Edward Schall, IV, Hailey Elizabeth Siemek, Kevin Donald Smith, Catherine Muscella Snee, Katherine Mary Sullivan, Rory Mebane Szymanowski, Bradley Joseph Wancowicz, Cara Ann Wolfarth, and Timothy William Yantz.

AMELIA MIKE CITIZENSHIP AWARD 2008-2009 Recipient:
Taylor Bynion

The following students earned Honor Roll for 3rd Trimester:

HONOR ROLL 5^th GRADE: Raymius Angelo, Abigail Ascenzi, Kevin Smith, Andrew Stump, Jr., Abigail Barnd, Matthew Becker, Andrew Bogdan, Andrew Borkowicz, Gavin Burke, Juli anna Butta, Sean Campbell, Brennan Casey, Alice Cumpston, Haley Dick, Michael Ehart, Ryan Flenner, Mary Gerety, Ryan Grauel, Claire Grunewald, Julia Haigley, Owen Haiber, Katherine Heidrick, Julia Henninger, Drew Isennock, Kristen Isoldi, Alexander Kaufman, Alexandra Kropkowski, Carly Lyon, Karli Maguire, Raymond McDermott, IV, Nicholas Miller, Kathleen O’Neill, Rebecca Schafer, James Schall, IV, Stewart Schenking, Kevin Smith, Andrew Stump, Jr., Hailey Siemek, Katherine Sullivan, Preston Thomson, Bradley Wancowicz, and Timothy Yantz.

HONOR ROLL 6^th GRADE: Olivia Askey, Amanda Br anna n, Scott Brooks, Connor Buza, Sarah Cooney, Nadia Crevecoeur, Jamie Dickens, Joe DiPeso, Molly Exter, Ally Goheen, Matthew Graziano, Jane Hagan, Peter Handerhan, Jessica Hastings, Nicole Ishak, Hailey Jefferson, Jake Kahoe, Alex Kelley, Jenna King, Max Kuzma, Hans Leatherman, Anthony Leppert, Anna Linscott, Riley Loskot, Matthew McGee, Rachel Molloy, Scott Newman, Annie Norris, Sonali Patel, Brandon Petty, Micaela Powers, Gina Rinaldi, Jeremy Ruiz, Kasey Ryan, Kevin Ryan, Ame Schimminger, McKayla Schrader, Caroline Sdanowich, Sarah Snarski, Chris Swartz, Morgan Taylor, and Lacey Utz.

DEVELOPMENT
Karen Saccenti, 410-838-6969, ext 112
ksaccenti@stmargaret.org

WELCOME!
We welcome all visitors, members and children who are worshiping with us today. We pray that worshiping with us will give you comfort and strength for all your needs. If you have no church of your own, we invite you to make this your home church. But above all, we invite you to worship with us at any time.

MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS
Many corporations have a Matching Gift Program where they will match your gift or donation. This match can double or even triple your donation at no extra cost to you. If you or your spouse work for a matching gift company, please consider having your donation matched by the employer. Participation is easy. Contact your employer and

1. Ask your employer if they support a Matching Gift Program. Saint Margaret Parish is a 501(c) (3) corporation.

2. Obtain a Matching Gift form from your employer’s human resources or payroll department.

3. Complete the donor section of the form and send it to Saint Margaret Parish, 141 N. Hickory Avenue , Bel Air, Maryland 21014 according to your employer’s guidelines.

DOES YOUR WILL INCLUDE
OUR PARISH OR SCHOOL?
If not, please consider a bequest of cash, property, securities or a percentage of your estate. Your gift will create a legacy of giving and will make a difference in our faith community. For a free brochure about “A Better Will”, call Karen Saccenti , at (410) 879-2670, ext 112, or request a copy by e-mail at ksaccenti@stmargaret.org .

Archbishop's Annual Appeal

Telephone follow-up begins
The telephone follow-up phase of the 2009 Archbishop's Appeal will begin on June 16, 2009 and will continue through the end of July 2009. This is a very important element of the Annual Appeal. It provides an opportunity for those who may have missed the Appeal mailings or the in-pew process to make a pledge or a one-time gift to this year's Appeal. Last year, this phase of the campaign produced pledges of $150,000 from 1,077 Archdiocesan households. Please keep in mind that in addition to helping to supporting Archdiocesan ministries that serve thousands of people, our parish receives 25% of every dollar contributed up to our parish goal and 50% of every dollar paid after we reach our goal. The parish staff and Appeal Committee thank all of those who have already contributed and encourage those who are contacted by phone to make a generous pledge to the 2009 Archbishop's Annual Appeal.

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OUR PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL meets monthly and all interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
[ Pastoral Council Members ]

AREA NEWS ...

V The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are August 14-16, 2009 and November 6-8, 2009 . For more information or to register call toll free 1-877-558-5683.

He calms all our storms
Don’t be afraid of the trials which God may see fit to send to you. God uses the wind and storm of tribulation to separate the true wheat from the chaff. When you are buffeted by sorrow’s rains, tragedy’s thunder or lightening burn of affliction, remember God is there in the storm, holding you in the palm of His hand. And cradled in His loving grasp, you will find the true calm your heart needs, the still, sweet center of your faith. Isn’t that peace worth the storm?

Leave things the way you found them
Summer is the time for vacationing and many people will seek a refuge from the normal routine of their lives by spending time in the forests and wilderness of our great country. What better time to stand in awe of the handiwork of God; the crystal clear mountain streams, the giant redwoods, the breath – taking sunsets. Such sights can only serve to further impress good Christians with the true responsibilities of stewardship. We must, at all times, remember that we are stewards of the earth and its resources. So, this summer if you come into contact with nature, be a good steward, do your best to leave things in the same wonderful state you find them.

June 21, 2009
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Gift of Peace

Readings for June 28, 2009
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Rich in love

Reading 1: Wisdom 1: 13-15; 2: 23-24 (God's justice and its rejection by the wicked)
Reading 2: 2 Corinthians 8: 7, 9, 13-15 (liberal giving)
Gospel: Mark 5: 21-43 (the daughter of Jairus: the woman with a hemorrhage)
Key Passage: For you know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. (2 Corinthians 8: 9)
Adult: When have you felt enriched by a sacrifice you made for another?
Child: Whom could you help by your acts of kindness this week?

MASS INTENTIONS
06/20/09 - 06/28/09

Sat    4:00 PM Father's Day Intention
         5:30 PM  Father's Day Intention
Sun   7:30 AM  Father's Day Intention
         9:00 AM Father's Day Intention
         9:30 AM  Father's Day Intention
       10:30 AM  Father's Day Intention
       11:00 AM  Father's Day Intention
       12:00 PM Father's Day Intention
Mon 6:30 AM  Donna Aunkst (Sp Int)
         8:30 AM  Catherine Brown
Tue   6:30 AM Stephen T. Toth, Jr.
         8:30 AM  Al DeLeonardis
Wed 6:30 AM  William Benedetto, Sr.
         8:30 AM  John Colantonio
Thur 6:30 AM Eucharistic Service
         8:30 AM Mary Alicia Meeks
Fri     6:30 AM Steve Johnston (Sp Int)
         8:30 AM Paul C. Ward
Sat    8:30 AM Special Intention
         4:00 PM Helen Redwinski
         5:30 PM Ernest Buzas
Sun   7:30 AM  Ida & Anthony Nasuta
         9:00 AM  Lt. Owen Sweeney
       9:30 AM  Parishioners of St. Margaret Parish
       10:30 AM Paul Duffy
     11:00 AM  Margaret M. Ehlinger
       12:00 PM  Paul & Josephine Guercio

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Dominic August Alegi, Henry Thomas Butler, Ian Morgan Feiler, William Thatcher Terry Hart, Charles Joseph Heese and Wyatt Jacob Isenhours who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on June 14, 2009.

New Parish Office Hours
      Monday through Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
      Fridays: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
      Saturday & Sunday: Closed (by appointment only)

Dear Friends,

Today I am beginning a series of bulletin columns on our parish Strategic Plan. You probably recall that Saint Margaret’s completed a major Strategic Plan last August. It was the result of eighteen months of work that involved forty-five parishioners working on six special committees and about a thousand other parishioners involved in various forms of consultation. Since the announcement and mailing of the Plan to all parish families in September 2008, a Shepherding Committee has been meeting once a month to oversee its implementation. The purpose of this and subsequent columns is to give a thorough update on the implementation of the Plan.

It is important first to recall the Vision Statement of the Plan. A vision statement is to be a brief, compact expression of what purpose we want to fulfill in the long-term and is underneath all the specific things we do. Our Parish Vision Statement consists of only eight words: “Seeking a world transformed and unified in Christ.” We are seeking, working for, responding to the grace and promptings of the Holy Spirit to bring the kingdom of God more fully present on this earth. We seek a world transformed by the presence and way of Christ. We seek a world that will in that way be unified in Christ. We see our work and ministry here at Saint Margaret’s in the context of this big picture. No matter how insignificant some of what we do seems, it is all to be part of “Seeking a world transformed and unified in Christ.”

If the Vision Statement expresses our vision, our ultimate and long-term purpose, the Mission Statement of the Plan describes how we see ourselves doing this. It is a kind of summary of how we are going to pursue the vision. Our Mission Statement says:

“Saint Margaret Parish of Bel Air, Maryland is a multi- generational Roman Catholic Community centered in the Eucharist and committed to learning, loving, and living the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

We are “a multi-generational community.” We have a wonderful mix of all age groups – children, teens, young adults, mid-lifers, and seniors. This brings a certain diversity and mix of experience that can enhance the faith life of our parish. We are a “Roman Catholic community.” We are not a stand-alone, independent church. We are part of the Church founded by Jesus Christ and entrusted to St. Peter and his successor, the Pope, and to the other apostles and their successors, the bishops. Our Church has a rich tradition of doctrine that is rooted in the inspired Word of God. This doctrine opens up to us the mystery of God and also guides us in our moral living. Being a Roman Catholic community also places us in a communion of faith with all others who are united with the bishop of Rome as the successor of Peter.

We are “centered in the Eucharist.” We believe that God comes to us in the sacred signs that we call sacraments and that the Eucharist is the summit and center of our seven sacraments. And we are also a people of the Word – “committed to learning, loving, and living the Gospel of Jesus Christ.” Our very celebration of Mass reflects this commitment to Word and this centeredness in the Eucharist.

Next week I will pick up on a very important project stemming from the Vision and Mission Statements – what is called branding.

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Jane O'Hara, Outreach Coordinator
410-838-6969, ext 143
johara@stmargaret.org

MUSIC
Michael Britt, Director of Music
410-879-2670, ext 136
mbritt@stmargaret.org

Substance Abuse Ministry
Come experience the healing power of Jesus Christ! We will celebrate the gift of recovery from addiction, ask for God's intervention for family members caught in the snare of addiction and hear testimony about the healing power of forgiveness (of self and others). Please join us for an ecumenical service of prayer, reflection and witness (More Information) on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 pm at St. Margaret Parish. Additional help and guidance, check [ HERE ].

Harford Family House is in need of used furniture in good condition. Contact them at (410) 273-6700 to donate furniture items.

ROSARY MAKING
There will be a session on Thursday, July 2nd at 9:30 am in the Adult Education Center (AEC). Anyone interested in learning how to make rosaries, whether for yourself or to assist the female inmates at the prison, are welcome to attend.

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The Agencies shown below
are in urgent need of the following Items:

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TRAVELING?
We pray for a safe journey for you and look forward to your return. For Mass times and locations, call (410) 676-6000 or www.masstimes.org.

Rehearsals for all the choirs and ensembles have concluded for this season. Please check the August bulletins for information regarding rehearsals for Adult, Children, Teen and Handbell Choirs for the fall. If you would like additional information regarding any of our choirs or bell ensembles, please contact the music office.

A special thank you to Debra Jones (guitar) and Rob Basler (bass guitar) for sharing their talents with us at the 10:30 am Mass.

CONGRATULATIONS
to Pat Stasiak

... for your loyal and dedicated service to the homeless shelter. Pat has been named "Volunteer of the Quarter" in recognition of her tireless efforts. We also congratulate Joe Smith who received this honor for the previous quarter!

First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary will follow the 8:30 am Mass on July 4, 2009. All are encouraged to attend.

Day of Reflection
A day of reflection for persons with developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers, and friends will be held on Sunday, July 5th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Msgr. O’Dwyer Retreat House in Sparks, Maryland. The afternoon features Fr. Joe Brieghner as the presenter and Mass celebrant and includes a pizza party. Registration forms are available by calling (410) 547-5403.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Marie Dekowski
410-838-6969, ext 126
mdekowski@stmargaret.org

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Karen Clemens: 410-838-6969, ext 125 kclemens@stmargaret.org
CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAM
Kim O'Brien: 410-877-9660
kobrien@stmargaret.org

Marriage Enrichment

We hope you enjoyed our latest parish mailing, “Ten Tips for Married Couples: Love for the Long Haul.” Below are additional resources for the enrichment and support of your marriage.

What have you done For Your Marriage Today?
www.foryourmarriage.org is an online resource for couples to use for marriage enrichment. It is part of the National Pastoral Initiative on Marriage that is sponsored by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on Marriage and Family Life.

Some other tips . . .
- Compliment each other once a day.
- Make a list of things you still love about your mate.
- In tense times ask your spouse, “What do you
need from me right now?”
- Find a God couple, whom you admire.
- Get together with married couples who enjoy
being married.

CENTERING PRAYER - Our Centering Prayer Community meets twice a month in the Adult Education Center on St. Margaret Campus. If you are interested in learning more about contemplative prayer or joining the community, please contact Marie Dekowski.

RCIA – All those who are interested in exploring our Catholic faith or may have drifted away and want to return to our Catholic faith or want to further their understanding of our Catholic faith are invited to participate in our parish’s RCIA program. Please contact Marie Dekowski.

Pre-K, First Grade - Sunday School
Marge Troilo 410-838-6969, ext 127 religioused@stmargaret.org

Sunday - PreSchool - 1st Grade and
Wednesday - K through Grade 5
Finished for the season.
See you next year!

Sunday Nursery Schedule
Church and Mission:
June 28th, July 5, 12, 19, 26

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VACATION BIBLE CAMP (VBC)

ANOTHER GREAT YEAR of
VACATION BIBLE CAMP!

THANK YOU to all the Camp Counselors and the many youth and adult volunteers who helped make this year's Vacation Bible Camp such a success. We could not do this without your help and support!

Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Classes are completed for the
School Year 2008-09

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAMS

4 The Summer CIA Calendar is available [HERE]. Contact Kim O’Brien for more information.

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Faith Formation Registration Package
School Year 2009-2010

Baseball Game & Fireworks!
(Armed Services Day)
Ripken Stadium Saturday, August 1, 2009
Sorry!!! We are SOLD OUT!

OBERAMMERGAU
PASSION PLAY

GERMANY, 2010

SAINT MARGARET SCHOOL
Jane Dean, Principal
Elementary Campus 410-879-1113
Middle School Campus 410-877-9660
Website: www.smsch.org

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

June 22nd - 26th	8:00 am - 2:00 pm Middle School and Elementary School offices open
June 29th - July 31st	Middle School office closed for the Summer Elementary School office opens 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon Elementary School office closed Fridays in July
July 3rd - July 6th	Elementary School office closed for holiday

The following students were recognized at our End-of-Year Middle School Assembly for their participation in the following activities for the school year 2008-2009:

BETA CLUB: President: Cori Gercken. Vice-President: Becky Hottle. Secretary: Daniel Fetcho. Club Members: 8^th Grade - Maria Askey, Brian Bollinger, Jake Bullington, P.J. Burke, Emily Cashour, Alexa DiPeso, Jill Flenner, Elizabeth Galbreath, H anna h Griffith, Jake Grunewald, Elizabeth Hagan, Sean Handerhan, Adam Isennock, David Knaide, Jen Kreis, Sophie Kuzma, Shannon Olsen, Andrew Reuling, Emily Reuling, Garrett Siemek, Amanda Smith, Susie Snee, Thomas Sullivan, Meghan Thompson, Michelle Trasatti, Kyle Travers, Jonathan Yantz, Mikayla Zeiler, and Maddie Zimmer. Club Members: 7^th Grade - Carley Bynion, Kayla Bynion, Andrew Jefferson, Kara Komondor, Abby Messaris, Amanda Reid, Andrea Roche, Ben Schiavone, Amanda Spaeth, and Morgan Sulzbach.

CREATIVE ARTS CLUB MEMBERS: One Production: Adam Bognanni, Carley Bynion, Kayla Bynion, Sarah Cooney, Alex Kane, Alex Kriss, Matt McGee, Aidan Ruane, Chris Swartz, Morgan Taylor, Emma Tokarski, Stefania Vito, and Caitlin Wolfarth. Two Productions: Olivia Askey, Natalie Couchenour, Margaux Haiber, Isobel Hawes, Makenzie Hentz, Jake Kahoe, Jenna King, Julia Lindemon, Nick Loiodice, Riley Loskot, Chase Otenasek, Sonali Patel, Micaela Powers, Amanda Reid, Caroline Sdanowich, and Sydney Setree. Three Productions: Rachel Benesch, Emma Imbierowicz, Joe Otenasek, and Rita Watson. Four Productions: Mary Kate Cawman, Jalice Corral, Bridget Devoy, Katie Helmlinger, Kara Komondor, Abby Messaris, Taylor O’Brien, and Morgan Sulzbach.

BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM: Varsity: Andrew Bognanni, Tony Caperna, Christian Cox, Sully Gerety, Matt Henigan, Nick Loiodice, Jordan Martin, Chris Marucci, Ryan Noone, Walter Roche, Garrett Siemek, and Brandon Spears.

BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM: Junior Varsity: Scott Brooks, Camillo Fortunato, Matt Graziano, Ryan Impallaria, Alex Kriss, Anthony Lomonico, Joe Otenasek, Luke Rinehart, Colin Schofield, Ryan Sheehan, Chris Swartz, and Matt Vierheller.

GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM: Junior Varsity: Bri anna Brinkley, Sarah Denhardt, Molly Exter, Alex Kane, Erika Lipford, Taylor O’Brien, Emily Patrick, Amanda Reid, Morgan Sulzbach, and Rita Watson.

CROSS COUNTRY TEAM: Jake Barwick, Patrick Basler, Adam Bognanni, Ben Bollinger, Amanda Br anna n, Luke Brown, Brian Burke, Jordan Dick, Joe DiPeso, Darien Exter, Jill Flenner, Peter Handerhan, Sean Handerhan, Daniel Hentschel, Adam Isennock, Hailey Jefferson, Jake Kahoe, David Knaide, Anthony Leppert, Erika Lipford, Samantha Maguire, Joe Otenasek, Nicole Ricci, Gina Rinaldi, Andrea Roche, Jessica Ruff, Shawn Ryan, Elizabeth Shriver, Michaela Siejack, Susie Snee, and Amanda Spaeth.

BOYS SOCCER TEAM: Junior Varsity: Brian Burke, Logan Casey, Noah Cimatu, Daniel Fetcho, Camillo Fortunato, Steven Gercken, Nick Grunewald, Mitchell Haddaway, Daniel Kirby, Ricky McKee, Aidan Oates, Joe Otenasek, Aidan Ruane, Spencer Schenking, Ben Schiavone, Matthew Vierheller, Sam Werneke, and Brendan Wright.

DEVELOPMENT
Karen Saccenti, 410-838-6969, ext 112
ksaccenti@stmargaret.org

MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS
Many corporations have a Matching Gift Program where they will match your gift or donation. This match can double or even triple your donation at no extra cost to you. If you or your spouse work for a matching gift company, please consider having your donation matched by the employer. Participation is easy. Contact your employer and

1. Ask your employer if they support a Matching Gift Program. Saint Margaret Parish is a 501(c) (3) corporation.

2. Obtain a Matching Gift form from your employer’s human resources or payroll department.

3. Complete the donor section of the form and send it to Saint Margaret Parish, 141 N. Hickory Avenue , Bel Air, Maryland 21014 according to your employer’s guidelines.

Archbishop's Annual Appeal

... more SAINT MARGARET NEWS

OUR PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL meets monthly and all interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
[ Pastoral Council Members ]

AREA NEWS ...

V Visit classes at the Ecumenical Institute of Theology at St. Mary’s Seminary and University on June 22-24, 2009. This is the annual Summer Shadowing Program for people of all denominations who are interested in master’s-level theological education for personal enrichment or preparation for various ministries. For more information call Patty Rath at (410) 864-4200 or email at prath@stmarys.edu.

V On Thursday, June 25th at 7:00 pm through Sunday, June 28th at 1:00 pm at Bon Secours Spiritual Center hear Diarmuid O’Murchu’s vision of the intersection of quantum physics and spirituality. Call Joanne Abalos at (410) 442-1320 for additional information.

V The Sisters of Bon Secours will host “Come and See Vocation Weekend” on June 26 – 28, 2009 . For more information call 1-877-742-0277.

V The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are August 14-16, 2009 and November 6-8, 2009 . For more information or to register call toll free 1-877-558-5683.

June 14, 2009
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Bread for Others

Readings for June 21, 2009
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Gift of Peace

Reading 1: Job 38:1, 8-11 (the Lord's speech to Job)
Reading 2: 2 Corinthians 5: 14-17 (the ministry of reconciliation)
Gospel: Mark 4: 35-41 (the storm on the sea)
Key Passage: Jesus said to the sea, "Peace! Be Still! Then the wind ceased, and there was a dead calm. He said to them, "Why are you afraid? Have you still no faith?" (Mark 4: 39-40)
Adult: When has the Lord calmed the stormy seas of life?
Child: What fear would you like the Lord to help you overcome?

MASS INTENTIONS
06/13/09 - 06/21/09

Sat    4:00 PM George Adams
         5:30 PM  Don Dekowski, Sr.
Sun   7:30 AM  Donald R. Esposito
         9:00 AM Michael Guercio
         9:30 AM  William A. Benedetto
       10:30 AM  Walter Mercer
       11:00 AM  Catherine Brown
       12:00 PM John, Margaret & son Robert Wilzack (Sp Int)
Mon 6:30 AM  Special Intention
         8:30 AM  Kit Belli
Tue   6:30 AM Mary Murphy
         8:30 AM  Minnie & James McGillen
Wed 6:30 AM  Irene M. Pitula
         8:30 AM  Cleo Buchanan
Thur 6:30 AM Eucharistic Service
         8:30 AM Jesse Zamerski
Fri     6:30 AM Gertrude Furman
         8:30 AM Larry & Thelma Ey
Sat    8:30 AM Joseph V. Keenan, Sr.
         4:00 PM Father's Day Intention
         5:30 PM Father's Day Intention
Sun   7:30 AM  Father's Day Intention
         9:00 AM  Father's Day Intention
       9:30 AM  Father's Day Intention
       10:30 AM Father's Day Intention
     11:00 AM  Father's Day Intention
       12:00 PM  Father's Day Intention

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Braydon Daniel Feldman, Caroline May Hendricks, Dylan Andrew Lee, Jane Frost Sekowski and Lily Catherine Welling who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on June 7, 2009.

New Parish Office Hours
      Monday through Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
      Fridays: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
      Saturday & Sunday: Closed (by appointment only)

FATHER'S DAY CARDS

Spiritual Bouquets are a beautiful tribute to remember and honor our Fathers, living and deceased, during June. Cards are available at the Church, The Mission and the Parish Office.

Dear Friends,

Last week, in my monthly column on finances, I gave an overview and a few highlights of the parish operating budget for the new fiscal year. Our fiscal year begins on July 1 and runs through June 30, 2010 . Today I want to focus on extraordinary repairs and capital project expenses.

In the fiscal year that we are now ending, we have spent $159,000 on extraordinary repairs and capital projects. By the way, we classify as a capital project an expenditure on property, buildings, or equipment of $2,500 or more. The $159,000 consists of the following:

4 Professional cleaning of the stone of the altar and ambo (pulpit) in Saint Margaret Church and Chapel
4 Professional cleaning, and polishing of the slate floor in Saint Margaret Church
4 Installation of the tabernacle in Saint Margaret Church (this was contributed by a parishioner, but the cost is included in the total expenses above which is a gross amount)
4 Installation of a paved surface pad for the dumpster near the Callahan Center at Saint Mary Magdalen
4 Major repairs to the rectory at Saint Mary Magdalen, including plumbing, electrical, painting, flooring, roofing, and vinyl siding
4 Some additional vestments for both Saint Margaret and Saint Mary Magdalen
4 A folding machine for the parish office

I should add that we were also fortunate to have some projects done this past year as in-kind gifts from parishioners, e.g. repair of the lower roof on Saint Margaret Church and emergency tree removal by parishioners who are professionals.

In fiscal year 2010 which we will begin in a few weeks, we have budgeted $139,000 for extraordinary repairs and capital projects. This amount includes the following:

4 New carpeting, lighting, and ceiling in the hallway and some other areas of the Primary Education Building
4 Replacement of the entrance door to the Parish Center
4 Installation or upgrading of security systems in the Parish Center, Early Childhood Center, and Elementary Education Building at Saint Margaret, and in the Education Center at Saint Mary Magdalen
4 Some minor liturgical enhancements (banners) in Saint Margaret Church
4 Parking improvements at Saint Margaret campus (will ultimately be a much more costly project, but a beginning of this in the budget) *
4 New signage for Saint Margaret and Saint Mary Magdalen properties and buildings *
4 Liturgical enhancements in the Callahan Center at Saint Mary Magdalen (flowing from consultation with those attending Mass there) *

The items that have an asterisk (*) are called for by our parish Strategic and/or Master Plan. I will start to focus more on that in a week or two. I hope the above is informative. Please direct any questions or comments to Mary Ellen Bates , the Business Manager, Karen Saccenti , the Assistant Pastor, or me. As I so often feel, it is a blessing to be the pastor of Saint Margaret Parish.

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Jane O'Hara, Outreach Coordinator
410-838-6969, ext 143
johara@stmargaret.org

MUSIC
Michael Britt, Director of Music
410-879-2670, ext 136
mbritt@stmargaret.org

Substance Abuse Ministry
Come experience the healing power of Jesus Christ! We will celebrate the gift of recovery from addiction, ask for God's intervention for family members caught in the snare of addiction and hear testimony about the healing power of forgiveness (of self and others). Please join us for an ecumenical service of prayer, reflection and witness on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 pm at St. Margaret Parish. More Information

American Red Cross Blood Drive
On Saturday, June 20th in the Elementary School Gym from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive. Did you realize that a single donation can save up to 3 lives? Please consider giving an hour of your time. You may schedule your life-saving donation by contacting Jason Simmons at (443) 567-5333 or jasonmoneyman@yahoo.com . Walk-ins are also welcome! Gifts are available for all donors!

TRAVELING?
We pray for a safe journey for you and look forward to your return. For Mass times and locations, call (410) 676-6000 or www.masstimes.org.

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The Agencies shown below
are in urgent need of the following Items:

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Congratulations to Fr. Michael Martin who celebrated his 20th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood as a Franciscan on June 10th.

Congratulations to Sarah George (Jubilate and Westminster Ringers) upon her graduation from C. Milton Wright High School last week. Sarah will be attending Mount Saint Mary’s University in Emmitsburg in September. Her sister, Annie, a former member of our Handbell Choir recently graduated from Catholic University . God bless you both!!!

Marian Medal

As part of our Middle School Catholics in Action (CIA) program, 24 girls received their Marian Medals this year. These girls worked very hard over a period of 8 months learning about the Blessed Mother and how they can use her as an example to model their own discipleship. Congratulations to:

Emily Arnold, Bri anna Brinkley, Quinn Collins, Sarah Cooney, Jalice Corral, Bri anna Dregier, Molly Exter, Taylor Fitzgerald, Emma Imbierowicz, Marissa Iwanowski, Alex Kane, Julia Lindemon, Anna Linscott, Erika Lipford, Abby Messaris, Taylor O’Brien, Shannon Olsen, Emily Patrick, Amanda Reid, Sarah Snarski, Stephanie Sosna, Emma Tokarski, Miranda Tokarski and Rita Watson.

“Mary”

Oh Mary, Oh Mary, with mercy filled eyes
Who rules the sea, the stars and the sky.
Oh Mary the lion, who accepts the gift
The gift of God’s son and his mercy to lift.
Oh, blessed is she that moves the tide
That said “Yes” to the angels, whom we abide.
The Virgin of Mothers, the Queen of all Queens
No helpless in hers eyes, is left unseen.
Oh Mother of Heaven and humans of all
That Mary, that Mother that watches Jesus fall.
Without her and love, our Jesus no more
Mary of Jesus that rules through the shore
Said “Yes” to the angel and no to our sin.
Oh, Blessed is she, whom in God has been.
Mary Oh Mary with Mercy filled eyes
Who rules over sea, lands, the stars and the sky.
                                                       - Erika Lipford

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Marie Dekowski
410-838-6969, ext 126
mdekowski@stmargaret.org

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Karen Clemens: 410-838-6969, ext 125 kclemens@stmargaret.org
CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAM
Kim O'Brien: 410-877-9660
kobrien@stmargaret.org

Marriage Enrichment

We hope you enjoyed our latest parish mailing, “Ten Tips for Married Couples: Love for the Long Haul.” Below are additional resources for the enrichment and support of your marriage.

What have you done For Your Marriage Today?
www.foryourmarriage.org is an online resource for couples to use for marriage enrichment. It is part of the National Pastoral Initiative on Marriage that is sponsored by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on Marriage and Family Life.

Some other tips . . .

- Compliment each other once a day.

- Make a list of things you still love about your mate.

- In tense times ask your spouse, “What do you need
from me right now?”

- Find a God couple, whom you admire.

- Get together with married couples who enjoy being married.

CENTERING PRAYER - Our Centering Prayer Community meets twice a month in the Adult Education Center on St. Margaret Campus. If you are interested in learning more about contemplative prayer or joining the community, please contact Marie Dekowski.

RCIA – All those who are interested in exploring our Catholic faith or may have drifted away and want to return to our Catholic faith or want to further their understanding of our Catholic faith are invited to participate in our parish’s RCIA program. Please contact Marie Dekowski.

Pre-K, First Grade - Sunday School
Marge Troilo 410-838-6969, ext 127 religioused@stmargaret.org

Sunday - PreSchool - 1st Grade and
Wednesday - K through Grade 5
Finished for the season.
See you next year!

Sunday Nursery Schedule
Church and Mission:
June 21st, and 28th, July 5, 12, 19, 26

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Registration is NOW CLOSED!

VACATION BIBLE CAMP (VBC)

SonRock Campers,

Thanks for registering! Vacation Bible Camp fun begins in one week ... June 22nd.

Post cards with your group assignment and cabin (room number) will be sent to you this week. All helpers and aides will be contacted this week with your assignment.

Please contact Marge Troilo at 410- 879-2670, ext 127 with any questions.

Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Classes are completed for the
School Year 2008-09

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAMS

4 The Summer CIA Calendar is available [HERE]. Contact Kim O’Brien for more information.

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Baseball Game & Fireworks!
(Armed Services Day)
Ripken Stadium Saturday, August 1, 2009

Sorry!!! We are SOLD OUT!

Peanut Allergy

Peanut allergies are a serious problem for some children and adults. If you find it necessary to bring food for your children into St. Margaret Church or the Callahan Center at St. Mary Magdalen Mission, please do not bring any peanuts, peanut butter or foods containing peanuts or peanut butter. Please bring snack items that are completely free of any peanuts or peanut oil. Thank you for your kind attention to this request.

OBERAMMERGAU
PASSION PLAY

GERMANY, 2010

SAINT MARGARET SCHOOL
Jane Dean, Principal
Elementary Campus 410-879-1113
Middle School Campus 410-877-9660
Website: www.smsch.org

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

June 15th - 26th	8:00 am - 2:00 pm Middle School and Elementary School offices open
June 29th - July 31st	Middle School office closed for the Summer Elementary School office opens 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon Elementary School office closed Fridays in July
July 3rd - July 6th	Elementary School office closed for holiday

The following students were recognized at our End-of- Year Middle School Assembly for their participation in the following activities for the school year 2008-2009:

CALVERT HALL ACADEMIC OLYMPICS: Steven Gercken, Nick Loiodice, and Brendan Wright.

INSTITUTE OF NOTRE DAME SCHOLYMPICS: Certificate of Participation: Kayla Bynion, Quinn Collins, Meredith Haggerty, Kara Komondor, Kirsten Kyburz, Amanda Reid, Andrea Roche, Sydney Setree, and Morgan Sulzbach.

SACRISTAN: Jonathan Yantz

USHERS: Darien Exter, Adam Isennock, and Garrett Siemek.

MASS CLEAN-UP CREW: Jake Grunewald, Sean Handerhan, Eric Riley, and Kyle Travers.

MUSIC MINISTRY: Jalice Corral, Isobel Hawes, and McKayla Schrader.

MUSIC HELPERS: H anna h Griffith and Caroline Haggerty.

BAND: Logan Acevedo, Brian Bollinger, Ben Boylan, Joey Cartelli, Elizabeth Galbreath, Ally Goheen, Peter Handerhan, Sean Handerhan, Ray Hastings, Alex Judd, Erika Kelble, Max Kuzma, Sophie Kuzma, Annelise Lang, Abbey Levee, Shannon Olsen, Zach Powers, Austin Schap, Michaela Siejack, Emma Tokarski, and Miranda Tokarski.

STUDENT COUNCIL: President: Emily Reuling. Vice-President: Maddie Zimmer. Secretary: Kara Komondor. Delegate at Large: Wyatt Bucci. 8^th Grade Representative: Cori Gercken. 7^th Grade Representative: Kate Rizzieri. 6^th Grade Representative: Chris Swartz. Homeroom Representatives: 8N-Ryan Noone, 8P-H anna h Griffith, 8S-Amanda Smith, 7C-Nick Loiodice, 7M-Meredith
Haggerty, 7S-Steven Gercken, 6E-Max Kuzma, 6F-Chase Otenasek, and 6R-Kevin Ryan.

NEWSPAPER: Editors-in-Chief: Elizabeth Galbreath and Shannon Olsen. News Editor: Jordan Dick. Features Editor: Jill Flenner. Sports Editor: Colin Schofield. Photography Editors: Nicole Wojcik and Alex Kennedy. Layout Editor: Cori Gercken.

NEWSPAPER STAFF: Maria Askey, Wyatt Bucci, Jalice Corral, Daniel Fetcho, Sidney Griffin, Meredith Haggerty, Maggie Haigley, Isobel Hawes, Nicole Ishak, Alex Kane, Kara Komondor, Sophie Kuzma, Amanda Reid, Ben Schiavone, Rebecca Simon, Susie Snee, Amanda Spaeth, and Morgan Sulzbach.

LIBRARY HELPERS: Emily Cashour, Alexa DiPeso, Jo anna Fernandez, Isobel Hawes, Emily Hennegan, Jack Levee, Austin Schap, Bri anna Seiler, Rebecca Simon, Jonathan Sipe, Kyle Travers and Jonathan Yantz.

ANNOUNCEMENT CLUB: Jo anna Fernandez, Isobel Hawes, Joe Otenasek, Amanda Spaeth, and Henry Vido.

THE GREEN TEAM: Ben Boylan, Billy Plunkett, Colin Schofield, and Hayden Sharretts

DEVELOPMENT
Karen Saccenti, 410-838-6969, ext 112
ksaccenti@stmargaret.org

Congratulations to the NEW MEMBERS
of our PASTORAL COUNCIL

Carol Delss was elected to a second term and Connie Brozic and Arlene Novak were elected to their first term on the Council.
We are grateful to all those who were candidates and appreciate their willingness to be placed on the ballot.

1. Ask your employer if they support a Matching Gift Program. Saint Margaret Parish is a 501(c) (3) corporation.

2. Obtain a Matching Gift form from your employer’s human resources or payroll department.

3. Complete the donor section of the form and send it to Saint Margaret Parish, 141 N. Hickory Avenue , Bel Air, Maryland 21014 according to your employer’s guidelines.

IMMEDIATE NEED
FOR REPRESENTATIVE PAYEES
More than six million people who get monthly Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits need help managing their money. You can make a positive difference in someone's life. Can you give a few hours each month to help ensure that someone's bills get paid on time? Contact Jackie Novak at (410) 420-3563 or jknovak70@verizon.net for more information.

DOES YOUR WILL INCLUDE
OUR PARISH OR SCHOOL?
If not, please consider a bequest of cash, property, securities or a percentage of your estate. Your gift will create a legacy of giving and will make a difference in our faith community. For a free brochure about “A Better Will”, call Karen Saccenti , at (410) 879-2670, ext 112, or request a copy by e-mail at ksaccenti@stmargaret.org .

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OUR PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL meets monthly and all interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
[ Pastoral Council Members ]

AREA NEWS ...

V Friends of Mercy Monthly Meeting and Talk will be held on Sunday, June 21st from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Pickersgill Retirement Community. Cheryl Eibner will lead a discussion that will cover the importance of communication, attitude and leadership and its impact on relationships, stress and success. For more information call (410) 893 - 4584 or email info@friendsofmercy.org .

V The Sisters of Bon Secours will host “Come and See Vocation Weekend” on June 26 – 28, 2009 . For more information call 1-877-742-0277.

V The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are August 14-16, 2009 and November 6-8, 2009 . For more information or to register call toll free 1-877-558-5683.

Archbishop's Annual Appeal

Telephone follow-up begins
The telephone follow-up phase of the 2009 Archbishop's Appeal will begin on June 16, 2009 and will continue through the end of July 2009. This is a very important element of the Annual Appeal. It provides an opportunity for those who may have missed the Appeal mailings or the in-pew process to make a pledge or a one-time gift to this year's Appeal. Last year, this phase of the campaign produced pledges of $150,000 from 1,077 Archdiocesan households. Please keep in mind that in addition to helping to supporting Archdiocesan ministries that serve thousands of people, our parish receives 25% of every dollar contributed up to our parish goal and 50% of every dollar paid after we reach our goal. The parish staff and Appeal Committee thank all of those who have already contributed and encourage those who are contacted by phone to make a generous pledge to the 2009 Archbishop's Annual Appeal.

June 7, 2009
The Most Holy Trinity
Signs of God's Love

Readings for June 14, 2009
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Reading 1: Exodus 24: 3-8 (ratification of the covenant)
Reading 2: Hebrews 9: 11-15 (the sacrifice of Jesus)
Gospel: Mark 14: 12-16, 22-26 (Passover preparation)
Key Passage: While they were eating, he took a loaf of bread, and after blessing it he broke it, gave it to them, and said, "Take: this is my body." (Mark 13: 22)
Adult: In what ways have you practiced the words of Jesus and been bread for others?
Child: What can you do to prepare to celebrate Holy Communion with your parish family?

MASS INTENTIONS
06/06/09 - 06/14/09

Sat    4:00 PM Lois May O'Neill
         5:30 PM  Patrick Nought (Sp Int)
Sun   7:30 AM  Margaret Robison
         9:00 AM John F. Varga
         9:30 AM  Fely Cordova
       10:30 AM  All Children with Aids
       11:00 AM  Parishioners of St. Margaret Parish
       12:00 PM Stephen T. Toth, Jr.
Mon 6:30 AM  Priscilla & Theodore Behrens
         8:30 AM  Elsie Bell
Tue   6:30 AM Thomas Hatem
                       Reynolds Altieri
         8:30 AM  Charlotte Peterson
Wed 6:30 AM  Anna DiMarino
         8:30 AM  Ken Perluke
Thur 6:30 AM Eucharistic Service
         8:30 AM Mary Kelly Reinmann
Fri     6:30 AM The Olsen Family (Sp Int)
         8:30 AM Sabatino Ciambriello
Sat    8:30 AM Helen Michel
         4:00 PM George Adams
         5:30 PM Don Dekowski, Sr.
Sun   7:30 AM  Donald R. Esposito
         9:00 AM  Michael Guercio
       9:30 AM  William A. Benedetto
       10:30 AM Walter Mercer
     11:00 AM  Catherine Brown
       12:00 PM  John, Margaret & son Robert Wilzack (Sp Int)

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Gabriella Jordan Higdon, Olivia Kelly DeLeonardis and Ryan Grace Ranieri who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on May 30 and 31, 2009.

New Parish Office Hours
      Monday through Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
      Fridays: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
      Saturday & Sunday: Closed (by appointment only)

CONGRATULATIONS to Bel Air High School Senior, Christopher Hopkins of Boy Scout Troop 808 for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. He recently celebrated his Court of Honor at Saint Margaret Parish.

ANNIVERSARIES OF ORDINATION

We congratulate our priests at St. Margaret Parish for their years of committed service to our faith. Please keep them in your prayers as they continue their ministry.

Pastor
   Msgr. G. Michael Schleupner
   May 20, 1972 (37 years)

Pastor Emeritus
   Rev. Francis Callahan
   May 25, 1963   (46 years)

Rev. Alphonse Rose
   May 26, 1956   (53 years)

Msgr. Martin Strempeck
   May 28, 1955   (54 years)

Rev. John P. Cunningham
   December 29, 1979   (30 years)

Rev. Jesse L. Bolger
   June 23, 2007   (2 years)

Dear Friends,

This weekend I am doing the once-a-month update on parish finances. The topic is the parish budget for fiscal year 2010, beginning July 1, 2009 .

As you know, the parish has a very active Finance Committee. The Committee consists of seven parishioners skilled in finance, accounting, investment, and business. They meet once a month to review the financial statements which are prepared by the Business Manager and to monitor the entire financial operation of the parish. In April the Committee met twice with various members of the staff to analyze initial proposals for the budget. The Committee finalized the budget on May 16 and our Pastoral Council approved it on May 19. Now let’s look at some of its major features.

4 In view of the serious economic downturn nationally, the Archdiocese recommended that there would be no salary increase for any employees in all parishes, schools, etc. We abided by that recommendation and thus our parish and school employees are receiving no salary increase in the new fiscal year.

4 The cost of benefits, especially health (+15%) and pension (+12%), is increasing. This hits the employees with higher co-pays on the health side and is challenging, given no salary increase.

4 To assist with this, we have initiated medical and dependent care flex accounts. This means that employees can designate an amount of their income as pre-tax dollars to be placed in a parish account upon which they can draw with appropriate documentation justifying expenses.

4 The Archdiocese recommended that all parishes budget for a 5% reduction in income. We decided to budget income for next year as flat with our income forecasted as of June 30. You, the parishioners, have been so faithful in your contributions through this troubled economic time that we are confidant in doing this. Thus, we are forecasting total year-end income of $3,020,000 and are budgeting the same amount for fiscal year 2010. That will be our total budget.

4 Certain expenses increase beyond our control, e.g. the employee benefits mentioned above. Given that and given our desire to continue implementing our Strategic Plan, we asked all budget areas to reduce programmatic costs by 5%. In effect, we tried to wring out of the budget anything unnecessary. We have also reduced significantly for this year the amount allocated for professional development (conferences, workshops, etc.). While these are valuable experiences for religious educators, youth ministers, and others, we felt that we had to pull back on these this year.

4 The Strategic Plan calls for adding a Director of Development to the staff. There used to be such a position (part-time), but it was cut four years ago. Those involved in developing the Strategic Plan, the Finance and Development Committees, and the Pastoral Council are all encouraging this move. In a way, the idea is simple. We need a position to help with developing the resources that make the ministry possible. Besides offertory giving, we need to work on other things, such as bequests, testamentary gifts, etc.

I will share more on this budget in a future column. For now, let me say that your financial contributions to the parish make possible all of the programs and services that happen here. I am very grateful for your generosity. I also request here at the beginning of June that you maintain your regular giving during the summer. Many of you will be away for some weekends and I just ask you to catch up with your offertory giving for the weekends that you miss. Your support is both needed and deeply appreciated.

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Jane O'Hara, Outreach Coordinator
410-838-6969, ext 143
johara@stmargaret.org

MUSIC
Michael Britt, Director of Music
410-879-2670, ext 136
mbritt@stmargaret.org

Substance Abuse Ministry
Come experience the healing power of Jesus Christ! We will celebrate the gift of recovery from addiction, ask for God's intervention for family members caught in the snare of addiction and hear testimony about the healing power of forgiveness (of self and others). Please join us for an ecumenical service of prayer, reflection and witness on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 pm at St. Margaret Parish.

Birthright
There is an urgent need for the following items: size 3, 4 and 5 diapers, baby wipes, baby lotion, baby wash and baby shampoo. Items may be dropped off at the Parish Office or taken directly to Birthright at 38 Gordan Street, Bel Air.

Harford Family House
There is an urgent need for the following items: paper plates, cleaning supplies, liquid laundry detergent, bleach, 60 and 40 watt bulbs, shower gel/body wash, hair conditioner, pull ups (size 5). They are also in need of furniture for the various apartments. Contact Joyce Duffy at (410) 273-6700. They are located at 53 E. Bel Air Avenue, Apt 3 in Aberdeen.

Widows and Widowers Group
The Widows and Widowers will meet on Tuesday, June 9th at 12:30 pm at Broom's Bloom located on Route 543. Please RSVP to Carol Hoffman at (443) 567-5232.

TRAVELING?
We pray for a safe journey for you and look forward to your return. For Mass times and locations, call (410) 676-6000 or www.masstimes.org.

Rehearsals for all the choirs and ensembles have concluded for this season. Please check the August bulletins for information regarding rehearsals for Adult, Children, Teen and Handbell Choirs for the fall. If you would like additional information regarding any of our choirs or bell ensembles, please contact the music office.

We extend our deep appreciation to all the members of our music ministry: choirs, handbell ensembles, cantors and instrumentalists, for their incredible dedication throughout the year. Their ministry adds so much to the liturgical life of our Parish. Have a great Summer.

I thank the members of the Saint Margaret Parish community who were able to attend my recital on April 26th. I am indeed grateful for all of the support you have given me and the music ministry during my time here at Saint Margaret. Special thanks to Msgr. G. Michael Schleupner for his incredible support regarding my Paris performance and study. In the next several weeks, I will give a synopsis of my time in Paris and the Cathedral of Notre Dame which will include some pictures taken of the great organ.

Michael Britt

OBERAMMERGAU
PASSION PLAY

GERMANY, 2010

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Marie Dekowski
410-838-6969, ext 126
mdekowski@stmargaret.org

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Karen Clemens: 410-838-6969, ext 125
kclemens@stmargaret.org

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAM
Kim O'Brien: 410-877-9660
kobrien@stmargaret.org

CENTERING PRAYER - Our Centering Prayer Community meets twice a month in the Adult Education Center on St. Margaret Campus. If you are interested in learning more about contemplative prayer or joining the community, please contact Marie Dekowski.

RCIA – All those who are interested in exploring our Catholic faith or may have drifted away and want to return to our Catholic faith or want to further their understanding of our Catholic faith are invited to participate in our parish’s RCIA program. Please contact Marie Dekowski.

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations will be held Tuesday, June 9, 2009 after the 8:30 am Mass in St. Margaret Chapel. Following Benediction at 6:00 pm, the Blessed Sacrament will be reposed. Participate in this special day of prayer by coming to the chapel to spend some quiet time in adoration of the Lord.

Pre-K, First Grade - Sunday School
Marge Troilo 410-838-6969, ext 127 religioused@stmargaret.org

Sunday - PreSchool - 1st Grade and
Wednesday - K through Grade 5
Finished for the season.
See you next year!

Sunday Nursery Schedule
Church and Mission:
June 14th, 21st, and 28th

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LAST CHANCE!

VACATION BIBLE CAMP (VBC)
Games, Bible Stories, Crafts, Skits,
Songs, Snacks ... at St. Margaret Parish

June 22nd - 26th
9:15 am - 12:15 pm
Where Kids Build their lives on the Rock: Jesus!

Exciting Opportunities: We still need ...

Camp Counselors (teachers) to lead groups.
Baby sitting will be available.

For more information, please call Marge Troilo
at 410- 879-2670, ext 127.

A Registration form is available [ HERE ], as well as at the Church and at St. Mary Magdalen Mission.

Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Classes are completed for the
School Year 2008-09

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAMS

4 The Summer CIA Calendar is available [HERE]. Contact Kim O’Brien for more information.

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Check Out Coming Events [ HERE ]

Baseball Game & Fireworks!
Ripken Stadium Saturday, August 1, 2009

St. Margaret Parish will sponsor a group outing when the Ironbirds host the minor league Hudson Valley Renegades, an affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, at 7:05 pm. We have Terrace Box seats on the 3^rd base line. Cost is $10 and includes an Ironbirds cap & game scorecard. Tickets can be purchased in the Parish Office or call (410) 838-6969 for more information.

Peanut Allergy

The Star in the Window

During World War I, families with a son in the war would place a star in the window. A man was walking along with his grandson when his grandson asked, "Why do all these homes have stars in the windows?" The grandfather explained to the son what the star symbolized.

They walked along and every time they passed a home with a star in the window the boy would smile and clap his hands together. Then the boy pointed up to the sky and pointed to a star. "Look," he said. "God must have given his son too!"

Many gave their lives for their country, but God gave his son for the world.

Author Unknown

SAINT MARGARET SCHOOL
Jane Dean, Principal
Elementary Campus 410-879-1113
Middle School Campus 410-877-9660
Website: www.smsch.org

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

June 8th - 26th	8:00 am - 2:00 pm Middle School and Elementary School offices open
June 29th - July 31st	Middle School office closed for the Summer Elementary School office opens 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon Elementary School office closed Fridays in July
July 3rd - July 6th	Elementary School office closed for holiday

Congratulations to the following students
       who earned honors for the 3rd Trimester

8^th GRADE HONORS: Maria Askey, Mackenzie Bailey, Brian Bollinger, Ellina Buettner, Samantha Burgess, Philip (PJ) Burke, Anthony Butta, Emily Cashour, Christian Cox, Jordan Dick, Alexa DiPeso, H anna h Griffith, Caroline Haggerty, Emily Hennegan, Morgan Hudak, Sophie Kuzma, Samantha Maguire, Jordan Martin, Christopher Marucci, Fiona McGann, Ryan Noone, Shannon Olsen, Andrew Reuling, Megan Rink, Jordan Sdanowich, Bri anna Seiler, Garrett Siemek, Thomas Sullivan, Michelle Trasatti, Nicole Wojcik, and Mikayla Zeiler.

8^th GRADE Principal’s List: Susie Cumpston, Jill Flenner, Cori Gercken, Maggie Haigley, Sean Handerhan, Ray Hastings, Rebecca Hottle, David Knaide, Jennifer Kreis, Emily Reuling, Amanda Smith, Susie Snee, Kyle Travers, and Madison Zimmer.

8^th GRADE Improvement Award: David Kelble, Christopher (CJ) Knorr, Jack Miller, and Julia Mrowiec.

Class of 2009
     Congratulations to the Class of 2009          Saint Margaret School

Richard Francis Alban, III, Maria Elizabeth Askey, Mackenzie Anne Bailey, Bradley Michael Bockstie, Andrew Michael Bognanni, Brian Michael Bollinger, Anna Reese Brown, Jacob Andrew Brown, Ellina Buettner, Jake Henry Bullington, Samantha Mackenzie Burgess, Philip Joseph Burke, III, Anthony Michael Butta, Anthony Michael Caperna, Joseph Domenic Cartelli, Emily Grace Cashour, Samantha Rose Clarke, Kevin Turner Coats, Christian Joseph Cox, Brendon Crevecoeur, Susan Marie Cumpston, Jordan Ashley Dick, Taylor Michelle DiPaula, Alexa Maria DiPeso, Lauren Michele DiPietro, Darien Allison Reed Exter, Jo anna Kathleen Fernandez, Jill Theresa Flenner, Elizabeth Grace Galbreath, Corinne Rose Gercken, John Sullivan Gerety, David Fusting Meigs Green, Sidney Marie Griffin, H anna h Catherine Griffith, Jake Gilbert Grunewald, Elizabeth Keating Hagan, Caroline Grace Haggerty, Margaret Ann Haigley, Sean Leo Handerhan, Raymond Anthony Hastings, Jr., Emily Jane Hennegan, Rebecca Lynn Hottle, Morgan Sarah Hudak, Adam Luke Isennock, H anna h Renee Jacques, Daniel Joseph Kelble, Alexandra Adams Kennedy, David John Knaide, Christopher John Knorr, Jr., Jennifer Marie Kreis, Sophie Elena Kuzma, Skyler Andreas Leach, Jonathan Nicholas Levee, Samantha Jo Maguire, Jordan Anthony Martin, Nicholas Michael Martino, Christopher Joseph Marucci, Connor Stephen McDermott, Fiona Eun Joo McGann, John Anthony Miller, Jr., Julia Stephanie Mrowiec, Ryan Patrick Noone, Shannon McCormack Olsen, Morgan Alise Polonesi, Andrew Philip Reuling, Emily Michele Reuling, Nicole Christine Ricci, Eric Joseph Riley, Megan Brooke Rink, Alex Aiello Roberts, Walter Alexander Roche, Devon Patrick Ruane, Jordan Marie Sdanowich, Bri anna Marie Seiler, John Hayden Sharretts, Garrett John Siemek, Jonathan Taylor Sipe, Amanda Elizabeth Smith, Susan Cristina Snee, Monika Spieker, Thomas Roger Sullivan, Meghan Katherine Thompson, Miranda Leigh Tokarski, Kyle Patrick Travers, Nicole Ashley Wojcik, Jonathan Robert Yantz, Mikayla Anne Zeiler, Evan Michael Zimmer, and Madison Margaret Zimmer.

DEVELOPMENT
Karen Saccenti, 410-838-6969, ext 112
Ksaccenti@stmargaret.org

1. Ask your employer if they support a Matching Gift Program. Saint Margaret Parish is a 501(c) (3) corporation.

2. Obtain a Matching Gift form from your employer’s human resources or payroll department.

3. Complete the donor section of the form and send it to Saint Margaret Parish, 141 N. Hickory Avenue , Bel Air, Maryland 21014 according to your employer’s guidelines.

MOVING? NEW PHONE NUMBER?
Please call the parish office to update your new address or phone number. It takes the envelope company almost 2 months to change an address or stop the envelope mailing should you leave the parish. Thank you for your help.

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OUR PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL meets monthly and all interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
[ Pastoral Council Members ]

AREA NEWS ...

V The Sisters of Bon Secours will host “Come and See Vocation Weekend” on June 26 – 28, 2009 . For more information call 1-877-742-0277.

V The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are August 14-16, 2009 and November 6-8, 2009 . For more information or to register call toll free 1-877-558-5683.

PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS
The Council is a representative group of parishioners who help to make major decisions about the present and future of our parish. This group helps to clarify the mission, identifies the strengths and limitations of the parish; collaborates in setting realistic goals; assists in reviewing the operating budget; and attempts to identify and meet the needs of parishioners.

Elections are being held this weekend. We sincerely thank Connie Brozic, Carol Delss, Ralph Doran, Keith Knaide, Arlene Novak, Mike Ostrowski, Russ Phelps and Greg Waskiewicz for their willingness to be placed on the ballot.

Results of the election will be publicized next weekend.

May 31, 2009
Pentecost Sunday
Acting with courage

Readings for June 7, 2009
The Most Holy Trinity
Signs of God's Love

Reading 1: Deuteronomy 4: 32-34, 39-40 (proof of God's Love)
Reading 2: Romans 8: 14-17 (sons of God through adoption)
Gospel: Matthew 28: 16-20 (commission of the Apostles)
Key Passage: Moses said to the people, "For ask now about former ages, long before your own, even since the day that God created human beings on the earth; ask from one end of heaven to the other: has anything so great as this ever happened or has its like even been heard of?" (Deuteronomy 4: 32)
Adult: What signs of God's love have you witnessed in your life?
Child: How can you be a sign of God's love to others this week?

MASS INTENTIONS
05/30/09 - 06/07/09

Sat    4:00 PM Jim Long
         5:30 PM  Veronica Clark & Anna Hegedus
Sun   7:30 AM  Edward Lauber
         9:00 AM Paul & Josephine Guercio
         9:30 AM  Walter & Joan Kowal
       10:30 AM  Melvin & Anne Fisher
       11:00 AM  Tony Cosentino, Sr.
       12:00 PM Dorothy "Dolly" A. Thim Edge
Mon 6:30 AM  Sharon Frey
         8:30 AM  Frank Shanty
Tue   6:30 AM Robert & Anna Troy
         8:30 AM  Margaret Riley
Wed 6:30 AM  Antanas Drazdys
         8:30 AM  Bernard Oktavec, Sr.
Thur 6:30 AM Eucharistic Service
         8:30 AM Robert Jacobs (Sp Int)
Fri     6:30 AM Rev Charles Riepe
         8:30 AM Max & Marie Phelps
Sat    8:30 AM Mary Kelly Reinmann
         4:00 PM Lois May O'Neill
         5:30 PM Patrick Nought (Sp Int)
Sun   7:30 AM  Margaret Robison
         9:00 AM  John F. Varga
       9:30 AM  Fely Cordova
       10:30 AM All Children with Aoids
     11:00 AM  Parishioners of St. Margaret Parish
       12:00 PM  Stephen T. Toth, Jr.

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Samantha Rae Davis, Brady John Sullivan and Aaron David Werner who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on May 24, 2009.

FLOWERS
The flowers on the altar are in memory of
Dorothy "Dolly" A. Thim Edge
from William Edge and family

New Parish Office Hours
      Monday through Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
      Fridays: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
      Saturday & Sunday: Closed (by appointment only)

Dear Friends,

The Archdiocese of Baltimore is assigning one of the seminarians to Saint Margaret’s for what is called his Pastoral Year. Let me first give some background.

The Archdiocese formally accepts a young man as a candidate for priesthood after he has completed college. Almost always, there is a one-year or even two-year pre-theology program. During this pre-theology experience, the candidate completes any pre-requisite courses that are needed before beginning theological studies and also receives an in-depth introduction to prayer and spirituality. At the end of pre-theology and upon a successful evaluation, the candidate begins theological studies at one of the seminaries that the Archdiocese uses – Saint Mary’s in Baltimore, Mt. St. Mary’s in Emmitsburg, the Theological College at the Catholic University of America in Washington, and the North American College in Rome. After completing the first two years of theology, the candidate is then assigned to a parish for one year – the Pastoral Year. The purpose of this experience is to give the seminarian a taste of the many dimensions of priestly ministry. This enables a candidate to grow in his own skills and sense of ministry and to further examine his calling to the priesthood. It also enables the Archdiocese to discern a candidate’s vocation and identify areas of development that are needed. After completing this pastoral year, the candidate then returns to the seminary for the last two years of theology which will culminate in ordination to the diaconate and then to the priesthood.

Beginning this Monday, June 1, Mr. Steven Roth will be here at Saint Margaret’s. Steven grew up in Scranton , Pennsylvania with his parents and sister. Steven’s parents still live in Scranton and Steven has been visiting there with his family in these weeks between the closing of school and checking into Saint Margaret’s. Steven attended a Catholic elementary and Catholic high school in Scranton . He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy and Theology with a concentration in Catholic studies from the University of Scranton. Following that he earned a Master’s Degree in Community Counseling at the same university.

Steven worked as a professor at the University of Scranton in both the undergraduate and graduate programs and also taught at Marywood University. His clinical experience includes working for a practice that specialized in children with psychological and developmental issues. He also worked with the court system to provide evaluations on the stability and wellness of parents and caretakers. While working in these positions, Steven was very active in his home parish, especially in the liturgy.

Steven and I will soon develop a plan for his ministry experience here at Saint Margaret’s. I suspect this will include almost every area of parish life, including attending Pastoral Council and other meetings, assisting in the youth, religious education, school, and RCIA programs, ministering to the sick and hospitalized, participating in our outreach programs for those in need, assisting in the liturgy, etc. Steven will be here fulltime in residence for fourteen months, from this June 1 to August 1, 2010. I know that you will all give him a warm welcome, so typical from our Saint Margaret’s community.

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH
Jane O'Hara, Outreach Coordinator
410-838-6969, ext 143
johara@stmargaret.org

MUSIC
Michael Britt, Director of Music
410-879-2670, ext 136
mbritt@stmargaret.org

Substance Abuse Ministry
Did you know . . . that we have a nationally recognized recovery center in Harford County? Father Martin’s Ashley is a non-profit treatment center for alcoholism and chemical dependency located in Havre de Grace, MD. If you know of a loved one who might be struggling with addiction, help can be found through their confidential hotline 24 hours-a-day at 1-800-799 HOPE (4673), ext 213. They also direct a children’s program the second Saturday of each month from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm for siblings. The “Rainbow of Hope” program is for children ages 6 to 14 and is facilitated by trained counselors. The cost is $75. Call 1-800-799-HOPE, ext 227 to register.

HELP FILL THE TRUCK!
(Harford Community Action Agency)
Bring 4 non-perishable food items to the First Friday (June 5th) in downtown Havre de Grace on Friday, and on June 12th to Bulle Rock Golf Course and receive one FREE ticket to the McDonald’s LPGA Championship (held on June 12th).

Food Pantry
The most common items that are needed are: Macaroni and cheese, cereal, peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti and sauce, soup and shelf milk. The Pantry feeds approximately 55 households a day. Thank you for your generosity.

Angel Babies
Do you know someone who has lost a child due to miscarriage, still birth or early infant death syndrome? Call (410) 893-7202 for confidential, compassionate help.

Volunteers Needed
We are in need of volunteers to serve as substitutes for the following ministries: Thoughtful Wishes card ministry and Prison Ministry (community services). If you would be able to donate a few hours occasionally, we would greatly appreciate your help! Contact Jane O'Hara in the Parish Office.

Graces
The deadline for submission for the Summer issue of Graces is June 5th. The theme is "Potpourri" (any inspirational poem / meditation or article). Submissions can be emailed, sent by mail or left in the Parish Office. Include name and phone number and new contributors include a very brief introductory bio. Please email to both persons: cathyfrazier@verizon.net and Robert_jacobs@comcast.net. Please address mail to Kathy Jacobs, 704 Rosefield Court, Bel Air, MD 21014.
Guidelines: Stories - 600 word limit, poems - 20 lines maximum, and prayers, meditations - 250 word limit.

Summer Liturgical Ministry Schedules
Schedules are available on the Parish website [ HERE ]. If you do not have e-mail and receive a paper copy, the schedule will be in the Usher’s room at the church or on the podium at the mission.

Heart of Alaska
Cruise Tour
with Father Jesse
12 Days: July 13-24, 2009

Visit Vancouver * Ketchikan * Juneau * Skagway * Glacier Bay * Denali National Park * Fairbanks, and includes a 7-Day Voyage of the Glaciers on board Princess Cruises' luxurious Coral Princess. Hosted by: Fr. Jesse Bolger and departing Vancouver.

Call the Parish Office for a brochure and more information, or email ksaccenti@stmargaret.org. We have a lady who would like to share a room.

OBERAMMERGAU
PASSION PLAY

GERMANY, 2010

ë      Rehearsals for all the choirs and ensembles have concluded for this season. Please check the August bulletins for information regarding rehearsals for Adult, Children, Teen and Handbell Choirs for the fall.

ë      Special thanks to the Adult Choir for all of their wonderful music this past year. They will be taking some well-deserved time off this summer and we look forward to hearing them again this fall.

ë      We also thank Debra Jones (guitar) and Rob Basler (Bass guitar) for sharing their talents with us at the 10:30 am Mass.

ë      The anthem sung by our Adult Choir “Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove” and was composed by Jody Lindh and Joe Cox.

ë      Join the Music Ministry for an evening of song and laughter on June 5, 2009 at 7:30 pm at the Callahan Center for Margarite’s Café & Cabaret.

I would like to thank the members of the Saint Margaret Parish community who were able to attend my recital on April 26th. I am indeed grateful for all of the support you have given me and the music ministry during my time here at Saint Margaret. Special thanks to Msgr. G. Michael Schleupner for his incredible support regarding my Paris performance and study. In the next several weeks, I will give a synopsis of my time in Paris and the Cathedral of Notre Dame which will include some pictures taken of the great organ.

Michael Britt

Liturgical Corner

The ongoing work of the Holy Spirit at Mass: The Epiclesis

On the night Jesus was betrayed, he promised his disciples another advocate. While Jesus was the first advocate, the only Son of God sent to reconcile the world to God the Father, Jesus explained that there would come a day when he would go back to the Father. We celebrated this historical fact last Sunday on the Feast of the Ascension. Fifty days after Jesus’ resurrection, the Holy Spirit was sent down upon the Apostles, some women and Mary the mother of Jesus as they prayed together in the upper room. As St. Luke tells us in the Acts of the Apostles, “When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together. And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them” (Acts 2:1-2) The work of the Holy Spirit was clearly and powerfully visible that day. But more than being visible, it worked in the hearts of all those who were present as the source of unity and love. To this very day, the Holy Spirit continues to be sent upon the Church, upon God’s people. At every Mass, the priest, acting in the person of Christ, calls upon the Holy Spirit through an act called the “Epiclesis.”

The word epiclesis is Greek and means to “invoke upon.” It is a technical liturgical term referring to the invocation to God the Father imploring him to send the Holy Spirit on the Church’s gifts. If you watch closely, you will know when the epiclesis is occurring when the priest places his hands over the gifts right before the consecration. In describing the epiclesis, Fr. Jeremy Driscoll observes in his book entitled “What Happens at Mass,” “The action of the Holy Spirit here in our liturgy exactly parallels the work of the Holy Spirit in the Incarnation of Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit throughout the entire life of Jesus. We experience concretely the unveiling of the Trinitarian mystery in our very midst - concretely because the Spirit sent from the Father now works to transform our gifts into the body and blood of the Son.” (p.87) Although we do not hear driving winds rush through our church each Sunday, or see tongues of fire resting on our heads, we know through faith that the Holy Spirit is just as active at every Mass as on the day of Pentecost. As the bread and wine are completely transformed into the Body and Blood of Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit, so may we allow that same Holy Spirit to transform us more and more into the likeness of the one we receive.

Father Jesse

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Marie Dekowski
410-838-6969, ext 126
mdekowski@stmargaret.org

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Karen Clemens: 410-838-6969, ext 125
kclemens@stmargaret.org

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAM
Kim O'Brien: 410-877-9660
kobrien@stmargaret.org

CENTERING PRAYER - Our Centering Prayer Community meets twice a month in the Adult Education Center on St. Margaret Campus. If you are interested in learning more about contemplative prayer or joining the community, please contact Marie Dekowski.

Women’s Day of Reflection will be held on Sunday, May 31st from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Callahan Center at St. Mary Magdalen. Sharon Bogusz from the Office of Adult Faith Formation for the Archdiocese of Baltimore will present "Living a 'Spirited' Life: Feeding the Hungers of the Human Heart for God." The afternoon is open to all women of faith. Be sure to bring a friend! For more information or to register, please contact Marie Dekowski.

RCIA – All those who are interested in exploring our Catholic faith or may have drifted away and want to return to our Catholic faith or want to further their understanding of our Catholic faith are invited to participate in our parish’s RCIA program. Please contact Marie Dekowski.

Charismatic Renewal Center - Archdiocese of Baltimore

There will be a Pentecost Prayer meeting at 1:30 pm on Sunday, May 31st at the Basilica of the Assumption. There will be a free will offering and all are welcome. Light refreshments follow at the Catholic Center. A guided tour of he Basilica is available at noon. For information call (410) 308-8962.

First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary will follow the 8:30 am Mass on June 6, 2009. All are encouraged to attend.

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Pre-K, First Grade - Sunday School
Marge Troilo 410-838-6969, ext 127 religioused@stmargaret.org

Sunday - PreSchool - 1st Grade and
Wednesday - K through Grade 5
Finished for the season.
See you next year!

Sunday Nursery Schedule
Church and Mission:
June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th

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VACATION BIBLE CAMP (VBC)
Games, Bible Stories, Crafts, Skits,
Songs, Snacks ... at St. Margaret Parish

June 22nd - 26th
9:15 am - 12:15 pm
Where Kids Build their lives on the Rock: Jesus!

Exciting Opportunities: We need ...

Camp Counselors (teachers) to lead groups.
Baby sitting will be available.

For more information, please call Marge Troilo
at 410- 879-2670, ext 127.

A Registration form is available [ HERE ], as well as at the Church and at St. Mary Magdalen Mission.

Youth and Young Adult Ministry

Classes are completed for the
School Year 2008-09

CONFIRMATION REMINDER!
Confirmation Retreat registration forms and
payments are due by June 1, 2009

Mother's Day Flower Sale
Thank You to all who supported our
flower sale. Your generosity
amounted to approximately $1,100
to be used for our Confirmation Program.
Thank you again!

CATHOLICS IN ACTION (CIA) PROGRAMS

4 The Summer CIA Calendar is available [HERE]. Contact Kim O’Brien for more information.

4 The final dance for this school year will be on Friday, June 5th from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. All 2008-2009 5th graders are invited to join the MS CIA program! Permission forms are available on the Parish website [ HERE ] and will be e-mailed to all MS families.

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Check Out Coming Events [ HERE ]

Peanut Allergy

Baseball Game & Fireworks!
Ripken Stadium Saturday, August 1, 2009

ANNIVERSARIES OF ORDINATION

Ordination

Over the past year, we were blessed to have Rev. Mr. Patrick Ssekyole assist us as a transitional deacon. Deacon Patrick will be ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2009 for the Diocese of Worcester at the Cathedral of St. Paul. Until his assignment begins in August, Father Patrick will be stationed at St. Mary Parish, 20 Summer Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

SAINT MARGARET SCHOOL
Jane Dean, Principal
Elementary Campus 410-879-1113
Middle School Campus 410-877-9660
Website: www.smsch.org

IMPORTANT DATES:
Mon    June 1st     No Band
Tues   June 2nd    H.S.A. Exec Mtg. POWR / 7:00 pm
Wed   June 3rd     EARLY DISMISSAL; ES Recognition Ceremony 10:30 am in the Church
Thur   June 4th     EARLY DISMISSAL; ES Talent Show; Harford County Public Library Summer
                               Reading Discussion, Grades 6-7
Fri      June 5th     EARLY DISMISSAL at 11:15 am; Last Day of School; 7:30 am Volunteer Breakfast,
                               8:30 am Mass; 9:30 am Honors Assembly.
Mon    June 8th     New Parent Gathering for school year 2009-2010 at Adult Education Center (AEC), 7:00 pm.

Painless Fundraising Update
Box Top Coordinator, Marcia McCormack, challenged homeroom classes on the Elementary Campus to bring in as many box tops as possible. This was a great idea! Mrs. Hunter’s fifth grade brought in over 1,000 box tops. We received a check for $627.50. I am grateful to Mrs. McCormack for her initiative and to the school families who participated. Way to go!

Student Achievement Award
Seventh grader Kara Komondor was presented with a Student Achievement Award on May 18th during the Bel Air Town Meeting held in the Town Hall on Hickory Avenue. This award is designed to highlight the achievements of students attending schools whose student populations are comprised at least partially of residents of the Town of Bel Air .

We choose a seventh grader for the annual award every spring. Teachers are asked to nominate students based on academics, involvement in extra curricular activities, and school citizenship. Kara was selected by her teachers because she more than meets the criteria. In addition to excelling academically, Kara participates in extra curricular activities. An honor student, Kara qualifies for the Principal’s List because of her straight A average and has been named a recipient of the middle school Language Arts Award. She is a member of the Newspaper Club and Beta Club, a Student Council officer, performs musical productions with the Creative Arts Club, and played on the SMS Soccer Team last year. Recently, she represented our school in the Scholympics competition sponsored by the Institute of Notre Dame High School. She was nominated by her teachers to attend the People to People Leadership Forum and spent a week in Washington recently at the Forum. A responsible school citizen, Kara is an asset to the school community through her leadership, team work, and desire to be the best she can be.

Advanced Band Earns Recognition
In late March, the SMS Advanced Band performed at the annual Instrumental Music Program Band Festival at Archbishop Curley High School. Under the direction of Ms. Erin Thamert, the band played two pieces and earned a Very Good rating. Congratulations, band members!

Operation Rice Bowl
Thanks to our generous students for the $2,332.49 they donated to Operation Rice Bowl, the official Lenten program of Catholic Relief Services. Twenty-five percent of the funds collected from this year’s campaign will remain in the Archdiocese of Baltimore to fund local hunger and poverty alleviation efforts. The rest of the funds support outreach to poor countries of the world.

Summer Office Hours:
June 8 - 26 8:00 am – 2:00 pm / MS and ES offices open

June 29 - July 31 MS office closed for the summer / ES office open 8:00 am – 12:00 Noon
ES office closed Fridays in July

July 3 - July 6 ES Office closed for holiday

DEVELOPMENT
Karen Saccenti, 410-838-6969, ext 112
Ksaccenti@stmargaret.org

... more SAINT MARGARET NEWS

OUR PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL meets monthly and all interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
[ Pastoral Council Members ]

AREA NEWS ...

St. Clare's in Essex will hold a healing service sponsored by the "Living Water: prayer group on Monday, June 1, 2009 at 7:30 pm.

Bon Secours Friends' Day of Prayer - Wednesday, June 3rd from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. To register call 410-442-1320.

13th Annual Archdioecesan Holy Name Union Shrimp & Bull roast - June 7, 2009 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Columbus Gardens. Contact Jim Manion at 443-854-3896.

The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are August 14-16, 2009 and November 6-8, 2009. For more information or to register call toll free 1-877-558-5683.

TRAVELING?
We pray for a safe journey for you and look forward to your return. For Mass times and locations, call (410) 676-6000 or www.masstimes.org.

May 24, 2009
Seventh Sunday of Easter
    The Ascension of the Lord
    Praying for others

Readings for May 31, 2009
Pentecost Sunday
    Acting with courage

Reading 1: Acts 2: 1-11 (descent of the Holy Spirit)
Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 12: 3-7, 12-13 (many gifts, one Spirit, and the analogy of the body)
Gospel: John 20: 19-23 (appearance to the disciples)
Key Passage: Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. (Acts 2: 3-4)
Adult: When has the Holy Spirit given you the strength to act with courage?
Child: When and where do you need the Holy Spirit's help to speak out?

MASS INTENTIONS
05/23/09 - 05/31/09

Sat    4:00 PM Earl & Dorothy Biller
         5:30 PM  John Daniel Ganz
Sun   7:30 AM  Frances Mank
         9:00 AM Michael Guercio
         9:30 AM  Parishioners of St. Margaret Church
       10:30 AM  John, Margaret, son Robert Wilzack (Sp Int)
       11:00 AM  Catherine Brown
       12:00 PM Rose Zangara
Mon 6:30 AM  No Mass or Service
         8:30 AM  Patrick Walker
Tue   6:30 AM Walter Lozinak
         8:30 AM  Sandy Keenan
Wed 6:30 AM  Mary Young
         8:30 AM  John Colantonio
Thur 6:30 AM Eucharistic Service
         8:30 AM Joseph Leo Rink
Fri     6:30 AM James Wright
         8:30 AM Thomas W. Moks
Sat    8:30 AM Stephen T. Toth, Jr.
         4:00 PM Jim Long
         5:30 PM Veronica Clark & Anna Hegedus
Sun   7:30 AM  Edward Lauber
         9:00 AM  Paul & Josephine Guercio
       9:30 AM  Walter & Joan Kowal
       10:30 AM Melvin & Anne Fisher
     11:00 AM  Tony Cosentino, Sr.
       12:00 PM  Dorothy "Dolly" A. Thim Edge

BAPTISMS
Please welcome Berkely Robert Bacso, Lilly Nicole Evans, Andrew James Patton, Joshua Christopher Schneider and Angela Lynn Utter who were baptized into the St. Margaret Parish community on May 16 & 17, 2009.

IMMEDIATE NEED
for REPRESENTATIVE PAYEES
More than six million people who get monthly Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits need help managing their money. You can make a positive difference in someone's life. Can you give a few hours each month to help ensure that someone's bills get paid on time? Please contact Jackie Novak at 410-420-3563 or jknovak70@verizon.net for more information.

Memorial Day, May 25th - The Parish Office is Closed

Dear Friends,

This coming Friday evening, May 29th, 90 boys and girls will graduate from the eighth grade of Saint Margaret’s School. Congratulations to all of the graduates! I believe that these young people have received an excellent education and also good faith and personal formation for their lives. That is the special and clear mission of our school. These graduates are now well equipped for high school. Of the 90, 74 will be going on to various Catholic high schools, 1 will attend a private high school, and 15 will be going to our fine Harford County public schools. I also want to note that these graduates have been awarded a total of 17 scholarships to various high schools. That says a lot about their talent and a lot about Saint Margaret School also. By the way, 1 other child in Saint Margaret School has won a Marion Knott Scholarship covering all tuition for grades 5 to 8. Congratulations to them and to all of our graduates!

Might you be in a position to enable a child to attend Saint Margaret’s School? Let me explain.

The school has an annual operating budget of $4 million and its largest source of income is tuition. The parish budget assists by providing $100,000 of tuition assistance to families with demonstrated need. The tuition rate for parishioners is $5,000, with a family rate for those with two or more children in our school. No question, even with some tuition assistance, families sacrifice to send their children to Saint Margaret School .

Parish families must apply for the tuition assistance that I mentioned above. They must submit required documentation to a Tuition Assistance Committee comprised of parishioners and parish staff members. This committee follows well- developed procedures, including the assistance of a national service, in recommending to me as pastor tuition assistance grants. For the next school year, 2009-10, over 50 families have requested assistance. The challenge is that there is not enough tuition assistance in the budget to go around. Some families will receive less than they need and some will receive no grant at all. The result is that in some cases, parents may not be able to afford to send their children to Saint Margaret School next year. This is where you may enter the picture. Might some of you be able to provide a monetary special gift that would tip the scales, make the difference and enable some parents to send their children to our school?

If you can consider this, here is how it would work.

4 Contact the parish Business Manager, Mary Ellen Bates , the Assistant Pastor, Karen Saccenti , or me here at the parish office.

4 Make your check payable to Saint Margaret Parish with a notation that it is for tuition assistance. This gift will be tax deductible.

4 Your gift must be free and unconditional. You cannot name the child or family to whom you want the gift to apply. The Tuition Assistance Committee will review the families in need and make a recommendation to me on the application of your special gift.

4 We cannot tell you the name of the child whom your gift helped. However, we will give you a general description of how your money was used and the difference it has made.

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