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MASS TIMES —

SUNDAY: 9 a.m. | 11 a.m. | 5 p.m. SATURDAY: 5 p.m. WEEKDAY: Noon

RECONCILIATION: Tuesday & Saturday: 4 - 4:30 p.m.

OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday:8 a.m. - noon & 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Welcome ReneeNew Director of Youth MinistryPage 6

Miraculous

BirthsBy Fr. Rich, O.P. Page 2

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Tithing Reportand announcements Page 5

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MIRACULOUS BIRTHS

Births are miracles. Just the normal, everyday, standard childbirth is a miracle. I’ve experienced two in my life time as

my children were born — each unique, but nonetheless miraculous. I have, in the course of my hospital chaplaincy, attended more obviously miraculous births as modern medicine intervened to assist.

!e birth that we celebrate this weekend was miraculous on many levels. Zechariah and Elizabeth "had no child, because Elizabeth was barren and both were advanced in years." Zechariah experienced a visit from the angel Gabriel, announcing: "Do not be afraid, Zechariah,

because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall name him John." Zechariah, for his disbelief, was struck dumb; his written acclamation of his son's name, "His name is JOHN," restored his voice.

!e child called John "grew and became strong in spirit, and he was in the desert until the day of his manifestation to Israel." In the desert, where he was the "prophet of the Most High," preparing the way for another individual with a particularly spectacular birth to their credit. Ya'll remember — Christmas.

Births are miracles. !e new life that results is full of promise and grace. Each of us is a unique gi# of God's personal creative intervention.

So we celebrate not only the days of birth, but also the succeeding anniversaries as well. We celebrate the miraculous event and the achievements that make up our lives as we move down our own personal time line. Each of us possesses a "photo album" of the events that we can recall any time and any place.

Or, so it would be in a perfect world.Too o#en in the "real" world, the miracle is obscured by circumstance

or dynamics in a relationship or fear, anger, or ignorance. !e idea of a miracle gets lost in the medical procedures that are enacted to insure the life of the newborn or their mother. Sometimes seeing the miracle requires $nding the presence of God in very di&cult circumstances.

And so we are challenged. Since the Fall, humanity has had to struggle to $nd the presence of God. In our Jewish Testament, God and the angels interact freely with the Chosen People, walking with them and talking and giving instructions clearly and freely. It would be nice if that practice were alive and well today — God interacting with His people. Oh, wait a minute!

God does continue to communicate with His people. We have Scripture; we have our own personal prayer time; we have opportunities to be still and contemplative, opening ourselves up to the presence of God in our lives. We have texts that challenge and invite us to be attentive to the signs of the times. Men and women who have shared their journeys, successes, and failures — saints, ponti*s, philosophers, and theologians; they can help us.

Births are miracles, but they are just the beginning of a journey that is not travelled in isolation. We are always enwrapped in God’s gracious love, supported by His angels.

Happy birthday to each of you! Celebrate the miracle that you are! May you celebrate your accomplishments and move beyond your failures. May God’s grace $ll your heart and over+ow. May God’s blessings be yours in abundance!

Fr. Rich, O.P.

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A LENTEN ACTIVITY SUCCESS

FR. RICHServant Leader

July 1 | "irteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeWisdom 1:13-15, 2:23-24; Psalm 302 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15; Mark 5:21-43

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

!is past Lent, Newman Needleworks sewed backpacks and reusable toiletries for young girls in Liberia through Peace Corps.

!e goal of the new backpacks and reusable toiletries is to allow these girls to stay in school. It is typical for girls in Liberia to miss school because they don't have the appropriate toiletries available to them. !e girls pictured above were selected for an a#er-school program for overage girls — girls who were at least four years older then the typical student in their grade; for example, a 14-year-old in $rst grade. Due to the a#er-school program, many girls were able to catch up to their peers and skip 1-3 grade levels. !ere was a workshop before the summer break to celebrate the girls' success and empower them to continue school. !e girls learned about puberty, how to make reusable toiletries out of local materials, and how to be in a healthy and safe relationship during the workshop. Twenty two girls received the bags and toiletries made by Newman Needleworks. All the girls look forward to using them next school year!

A big thank you for everyone who sewed bags or toiletries. !e girls really appreciate your work and gi#!

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MASS INTENTIONS

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Richard LeonDinh & Hanh NguyenErv Mertzlu!Barbara Register Jackie TowersBarbara MorganAll ParishionersKylie TriolaAutumn Kelly

LIBRARY HOURS THIS WEEKSundays: 10 a.m. to Noon

MONDAY, JUNE 25

TUESDAY, JUNE 26

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27

Information for the bulletin is due by noon on the Friday before the weekend it is published. Dates may change with upcoming holidays. Please submit to "eresa Nguyen at theresa@comonewman.org.

Welcome to Newman! If you frequently attend Mass with us, please consider registering here so we can better serve you. Registration forms are in the Gathering Space under the TV, in the parish o$ce, or online on our website (www.comonewman.org). "ank you for being part of our faith community!

CONTACT INFORMATION

WELCOME!

Altar Server Training/ChapelParish Council/Aquinas

6 p.m.6:30 p.m.

Sunday 5 p.m. Choir Rehearsal/DisciplesSummer Choir Rehearsal/Chapel

For the full catalog listing of the library, visit: www.comonewman.org/kemper-library

LOW GLUTEN HOSTS ARE AVAILABLEIf you need low gluten communion hosts, please call the parish o$ce.

THURSDAY, JUNE 28

5:30 p.m. Al Anon/Merton

FRIDAY, JUNE 29

SATURDAY, JUNE 30

8 a.m.10 a.m.Noon3 p.m.

Music Rehearsal/ChapelMusic Rehearsal/Chapel Korean Community Time/AquinasMusic Rehearsal/Chapel

3:30 p.m. Music Rehearsal/Chapel

Monday, June 25Tuesday, June 26Wednesday, June 27"ursday, June 28Friday, June 29Saturday, June 30Sunday, July 1Sunday, July 1Sunday, July 1

NoonNoonNoonNoonNoon 5 p.m.9 a.m.11 a.m.5 p.m.

PARISH FINANCES

O'ertoryMonth to DateBudget for Month

Variance -

$26,288.75$79,958.80$97,000

$17,041.20

June 16/17

SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION

BAPTISMParish registration required; contact the o$ce to register for a catechetical session during the early months of pregnancy.

MARRIAGERegister and worship with us for at least three months, then contact Deacon Frank (frank.ruggiero@comonewman.org) at least six months in advance of planned wedding.

HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE SICK"e priests, deacons and extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist are available to bring Holy Communion to the home. Please call the o$ce if a parishioner is in a nursing home.

6 p.m.7 p.m.7 p.m.

Mass Planning Team/AquinasEucharistic Minister Training/AquinasBaptismal Preparation Class/Disciples

9:30 a.m. Korean Legion of Mary/Aquinas

6 p.m.7 p.m.

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Servant LeaderFr. Rich Litzau, O.P. | rlitzop

Associate PastorFr. Reginald Wolford, O.P. | reginaldwop

Pastoral AssociateSr. Karen Freund, O.P. | srkaren

DeaconsGene Kazmierczak | deacon.geneFrank Ruggiero | frank.ruggiero

ReceptionistJanet Kelly | reception

Accounts ManagerAngie Claas | angie

Development DirectorJoAnn Shull | joann.shull

Communications CoordinatorTheresa Nguyen | theresa

RCIA CoordinatorLisa Rose | lisa.rose

Director of Liturgy & MusicJoe Kouba | joe.kouba

Assistant Directors of Liturgy & Music Trent Rash | trentKelley Burns | kelley.burns

Director of Campus MinistryAngelle Hall | angelle.hall

Assistant Director of Campus MinistryYvonne Chamberlain | yvonne

Resident Campus MinisterAllison Stuesse | allison

Director of Religious EducationEmily Shull | emily.shull

Director of Youth MinistryRenee Molner | renee.molner

Maintenance/CustodianJimmy Carmichael

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NEWMAN NEWS

NEWMAN VOLUNTEER CORPS

BULLETIN COLUMN CORRECTIONIn the June 10 column about charitable IRA giving, it incorrectly said that quali!ed charitable distributions were available to anyone who can take distributions from their IRA. However, QCDs are only available to those 70.5 and older. We apologize for the misinformation. Read the article again online on our website, at the right sidebar under "Newman News." Have questions about IRA giving? Contact JoAnn at joann@comonewman.org.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTER TRAINING MONDAY

Many Eucharistic Ministers (those who distribute the Eucharist) are needed for all weekend Masses. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to serve about once per month. Any con!rmed Catholic who would like to become a Eucharistic Minister would need to attend an orientation session. #e next session is tomorrow: Monday, June 25 from 7-9 p.m. in the Aquinas Room. Please sign up prior to the session at the website. If you need additional information, please contact Trent Rash at trent@comonewman.org.

CAMPUS MINISTRY SUMMER BIBLE STUDIES#ere are two opportunities to join a Bible study for students here in Columbia over the summer! A men's Bible study will meet in the Lima Room on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. #e women's Bible study will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Disciples Room. Contact Yvonne Chamberlain (yvonne@comonewman.org) with questions.

FOURTH OF JULY

FOOD BANK THANK YOU

We made a special plea for volunteers at the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri on Monday, June 11. Sixty nine volunteers repackaged 7,323 pounds of chicken! #ank you all so much for the great turnout! So many people will bene!t from your generosity! Please keep Monday, July 9 open on your calendars for another record-breaking attendance at the Food Bank. #ey so much need our help during the summer months!

STEWARDSHIP & WELCOME COMMITTEE FORMINGAs a part of the Parish Council restructuring and the revitalization of parish commissions, we are forming a new Stewardship & Welcome Committee, which will fall under the Fellowship Commission (along with Hospitality and Special Parish Events). #is committee will be charged with evaluating the current landscape and implementing appropriate steps to increase our welcoming presence to new parishioners and visitors. We will have an initial interest meeting during the week of July 9 for those wanting to learn more and/or join the committee. If you have a desire to be a part of the brainstorming and implementation of this committee, please email JoAnn Shull at joann@comonewman.org.

VOLUNTEER FOR VBSOur Vacation Bible School, Sur ng With the Spirit, will be held July 9-13 for kids age 3 and up to rising !'h graders. Middle school, high school, college, and adult volunteers are needed! Visit www.comonewman.org for details or to sign up to volunteer. Email Emily at emily.shull@comonewman.org with questions.

WIDOWS HELPING WIDOWSPlease join us for our next meeting on #ursday, July 19 at 6 p.m. in the Disciples Room. Karen Althage will talk on her mission work to Guatemala, Haiti, and El Salvador and how !nding your passion using service and mission work is a way to move forward in our lives a'er a loss. For more information or questions, contact Rose at marrar@missouri.edu or Karen at k.althage@aol.com.

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TITHING PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS

As a "tithing parish," the Newman Center contributes 5 percent of the o#ertory each month to nonpro$t organizations. You can read more about the organizations we tithe to at: www.comonewman.org/about-us/tithing.

VOLUNTEER FOR LOAVES & FISHES SOUP KITCHEN Loaves and Fishes is recruiting Door Keepers who can commit two hours for two evenings per month to helping maintain a safe and welcoming soup kitchen experience. Working in pairs, Door Keepers arrive around 4:30 p.m. to assist the evening’s serving crew in preparing to serve, maintain order outside, and welcome dining guests at 4:45 p.m. Shi!s end at 6:30 p.m. Training is provided for those who are interested. Please contact Sarah Hamilton, schamilton79@gmail.com, or Ruth O’Neill, ruth1327@yahoo.com.

MEALS ON WHEELS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERSColumbia Meals on Wheels is a not-for-pro"t agency that delivers nutritious, hot meals (lunch and/or dinner) to individuals who are mostly con"ned to their homes because of illness, handicap, post-hospitalization period, and caregiving for another sick family member in the home or other situation. Meals on Wheels is currently looking for volunteers to help with delivering meals, Monday through Friday from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You can pick a day and come once a week or stay on the substitute list and come when your schedule allows it. For more information or to volunteer, go to www.mealsonwheelscolumbia.org, and click on the volunteer tab.

FOOD BANK'S HOPE FOR HEROES 5K#e Hope for Heroes 5K allows participants to help #e Food Bank provide food at no cost to Veterans, including through the VIP Veteran Pack program for Veterans living at or below poverty. Attendees may run, walk or use a wheelchair to complete the 5K to show support for our heroes in need. #e Hope for Heroes 5K will be on Saturday, June 23 at Cosmo Park. Opening remarks will begin at 7:45 a.m. Register online at sharefoodbringhope.org/hope5k

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Blood Drive —

Sunday, July 29 AROUND TOWNOLLIS JOB OPENING OLLIS is seeking an elementary counselor. #e position requires applicants to be a practicing Catholic with certi"cation in the area of counseling preferred. Interested applicants should email the principal, Elaine Hassemer, at ehassemer@ollisk8.org.

POSITIONS OPEN IN THE DIOCESE#e Diocese of Je$erson City has job openings for one full-time Diocesan Director of Development, a part-time Director of Diocesan Communications, and a part-time Director of Parish Communications. Additional information can be obtained on the website — www.dioje$city.org — including detailed job descriptions and quali"cations, and an application for diocesan non-teaching employment. Applications will be accepted for all positions until they are "lled.

ST. MARTIN PARISH PICNICSt. Martin Church in Je$erson City invites you to their parish picnic on July 8. Tickets are $11/adult or $5/child, which includes a fried chicken and roast beef dinner, ra*es, a kid tractor pull, live music, beer garden, cra! stand, and a quilt auction. Carry-out dinners are available from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit www.stmartinjc.org for more information.

THE GROWING OF LOOSE CREEK BOOKS AVAILABLE"#e Growing of Loose Creek Volume I and Volume II" are now available. #ese books include family history and many old photos. If your ancestors are from the Loose Creek area, you may "nd them very interesting. Volume I is available for $20 and Volume II is available for $45. If you want one mailed, please add $5.50 for postage. Send your check to: Janice Backes, 1298 County Rd 412, Bonnots Mill, Missouri, 65016 with your check made out to ICLC 175; note on the check which parish book you want.

CATHOLIC RADIOSummertime is here. Hooray! To encourage and continue to enrich your spiritual journey, listen to Catholic radio, 94.7 FM. Programming includes daily Mass, the Rosary, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, live call-in shows, local programming, and much more. You can listen on the radio, on the Covenant Network app on your mobile device, or on our website: ourcatholicradio.net.

TITHING REPORT May 2018

$250.34$300.40$300.40$150.20$250.34$200.27$150.20$200.27$250.34$300.40$200.27$250.34$200.27

Adult Day ConnectionColumbia Meals on WheelsCoyote Hill Children's HomeDay Dreams FoundationFood Bank of Central/NE MOHabitat for Humanity Heart of MO — Girls on the RunLife Network of Central MissouriLove, INC. St. Francis HouseTrue NorthVoluntary Action CenterWelcome Home

JUNE PERSONAL ITEM COLLECTIONNewman Volunteer Corps is collecting for Turning Point at Wilkes this month. Turning Point is a day center o$ering dignity and hope to those experiencing homelessness. Summer needs include travel-size containers of the following items: shampoo, body wash, bug spray, itch relief cream, sunscreen, and sunburn relief, as well as sturdy combs. Donations should be placed in the large silver bin in the Turner Street entrance. #ank you to all who donated items for True North in May!

NEWMAN SUMMER BLOOD DRIVE

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KIDS’ CORNER

For Kids: How did you get your name? Ask mom or dad this week and !nd out!

For Parents: John does not get his father's name so we know this is a special child. Talk about the names in your family and why they are special.

CEP & EDGEREGISTER FOR EDGE SERVICE CAMP: OPERATION OTHERS

Rising !#h graders and current sixth, seventh, and eighth graders from any parish are invited to join us for a three-day camp serving the Columbia

community. $e camp will be July 26-28, beginning with check-in $ursday morning and ending with 5 p.m. Mass and a family potluck Saturday evening. Overnights will be at Newman. Cost is $75/student but scholarships are available upon request. Register now on the website under "EDGE."

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Our Vacation Bible School Sur ng With the Spirit will be July 9-13 for kids age 3 and up to rising !#h graders. Registration is on the parish website. Middle school, high school, college, and adult volunteers needed! Visit comonewman.org for details.

NO CHILDREN'S LITURGY & NURSERY CLOSED JULY 1We are giving our volunteers the !rst weekend of next month o( for the 4th of July holiday. We'll be back on Sunday, July 8.

COMO LIFE TEENWELCOME RENEEPlease welcome Renee Molner, the new director of youth ministry for the St. $omas More Newman Center and Sacred Heart Church! Renee graduated from Mizzou with a journalism degree in 2017 and worked at St. Anselm Parish in Creve Coeur, Missouri, before coming back to Columbia this year. Stay tuned to !nd out opportunities to meet Renee this summer! Contact her at renee.molner@comonewman.org. $ank you to Ben

Struemph for his work in youth ministry this past year, and good luck and prayers for his future endeavors!

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