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News and Upcoming Events for 2008 |
| We are Companions of the Journey Our parish enjoys the result of the Spirit’s call in the number of people involved in the RCIA. These people seek a relationship with Christ and his Church. They include those who have never been baptized and those who are baptized of other Christian faiths seeking to understand and incorporate themselves into the Catholic way of life. They are also Catholics who wish to complete their initiation through the Sacrament of Confirmation. Each one of these needs a companion for their journey of faith. Sponsors serve as fellow travelers who share and encourage. Your faith story is of value precisely because your experience has brought you into a more intimate relationship with Christ and this community. Be a sponsor and share your faith! For more information, contact Gerard or Elaine at 823-7197. |
| Are You Interested in Becoming a Lector? The goal of our Lector group is to have two lectors at each Mass. We need more parishioners involved in this ministry. Interested adults should call Jennifer at the Parish Office at 209-823-7197. |
Coordinator of Faith Formation II - St. Anthony of Padua Parish - Deadline to apply is: May 23rd |
May |
English Cursillo Retreat Weekend for 2008 at the Madonna of Peace Renewal
Center, Copperopolis |
June |
| Adoption Seminar - June 7th Family Connections Christian Adoptions is hosting a free introductory seminar on Saturday, June 7th from 2—4 pm at 1120 Tully Rd in Modesto. Please call 524-8844 for information. |
July |
| Antone Raymus Golf Tournament - July 18th This year the Antone Raymus Golf Tournament will be played in honor of all military personnel past and current and we will be especially honoring Christopher Braley. The Knights of Columbus and the Manteca Children’s Foundation will be hosting their tenth annual golf tournament this year on July 18, 2008 at the Manteca Golf course. We are looking for the following sponsors: Major Sponsor or partner - $5,000, Lunch sponsor - $1,500, Corporate Sponsor - $600, Hole sponsors - $125, Raffle Prizes - Various Proceeds of this tournament will go to the Manteca Children’s Foundation which provides scholarships to St. Anthony students as well as other good works in the community. If you would like to be a sponsor or play in the tournament, please contact Jim McDonough at 470-2235 or Ron Agostini at 599-4338. |
| Annual Women’s Retreat Cruise - leaves Seattle on July 26, 2008 & returns August 2, 2008 Daughters of God, a professional Catholic Women’s Retreat Ministry, is now taking reservations for their annual summer retreat cruise. This is the only Catholic women’s retreat that incorporates a cruise experience into a retreat & a deeper awareness of God’s presence even in leisure time. Husbands & family members are invited & welcomed to join us for daily Mass & prayer services. This year we are heading for Alaska. The Oosterdam (Holland America) leaves Seattle on July 26, 2008 & returns August 2 after cruising through the Hubbard Glacier Bay passage. Visit www.daughtersofgod.net or www.christiancruises.net for more information. Space is limited, so hurry! |
| Basic Theology for Ministry Courses The Basic Theology for Ministry presents the fundamental teachings of the Catholic Church, important for all persons involved in parish ministry as well as all adult Catholics who are seriously determined to live out their baptism in the world. The courses will be offered in English at the following site: Our Lady of Fatima, Modesto Applied Ministry - 9 Tuesday evenings starting the fall of 2008 |
