For each day of Lent "give up" a non-perishable item to benefit the BREAD office. Take donated items to the Bread office at 627 Pine Street 9:30 am - 1 pm Monday - Thursday. Financial donations may be mailed to P.O. Box 384, Newcastle, WY 82701.
In the absence of Fr. Tim, Fr. Hiep, will be the point person for pastoral decisions. Fr. Hiep can be reached at 307-851-7531 or by email johnhiepnguyen@gmail.com
The Diocese of Cheyenne does not allow carry/conceal weapons on Church/School property. If necessary, an active law enforcement officer, or a licensed professional security company may be contracted to provide security. Any contracted security company must carry adequate insurance.
MESSAGE FOR PARISHIONERS: As you know, I have chosen to address some concerns of my well-being, a process that involves work and a timeline that I am just now becoming aware of. Initially, I told you all that I would be away for two weeks, but now I realize that I may need to be away for several months. I am in full communication with Bishop Steven about this, and he supports me. Your prayers are greatly appreciated, as well as all the text messages and emails that have been sent to me. Please know that although they are appreciated, my responses will be limited. I know that God in his goodness is always working and constantly forming all of us and calling us to trust in His Fatherly love and fidelity. Please know of my prayers for all of you. Fr. Tim
Please pick up a baby bottle at the entrance of the church to fill with a check, cash, or change to support the Women’s Resource Center in NE Wyoming. Make a difference by praying for our nation, government, pregnancy clinics and mothers facing crisis pregnancies.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN THE WESTON COUNTY RIGHT TO LIFE GROUP, PLEASE CONTACT JAMIE FARNSWORTH AT 746-8111 OR EMAIL AT jamie_farnsworth50@hotmail.com
Corpus Christi Parish wants to invite everyone to Second Saturday Suppers! This is the perfect opportunity to get to know the person sitting next to you. Suppers will be the second Saturday of every month with a different theme each time. We ask that everyone bring their favorite salad, side or dessert that coordinates with the theme. March 9th will be our first Saturday and the theme is March Madness!!! Please bring your favorite tailgating food or basketball themed food. Come have fun, eat great food and socialize with your brothers and sisters in Christ!
Bishop Steven invites Catholic high school students from the Diocese of Cheyenne who graduate in 2019, 2020, or 2021 and their parents to participate in a pilgrimage to Italy. The pilgrimage will be June 14-24, 2019 and the cost is $4,895 per person. All details including trip inclusions, criteria for attending, itinerary, and the registration packet are available at http://www.dioceseofcheyenne.org/youth.html. For questions contact Maria at mward@dioceseofcheyenne.org
All are welcome to attend the annual Memorial Service of HLC of Weston County on Thursday, February 7th at 7:00 PM in the Michaels Room at the Senior Citizens Center at 927 Pine Street. This memorial is held to praise God and celebrate the memory of lives who have passed on in 2018. Refreshments to follow the service.
As per my announcement last week, I thought it would be good to print it in the bulletin. I have asked Bishop Steven to allow me some time away from the parish in order to look at things in my life concerning my well-being and vocation. These things are difficult to be attentive to while at the parish, so taking some time away I feel is necessary. Bishop has graciously allowed me to take a couple of weeks in order to do so. In my absence you will still have Mass as normal, as there will be other priests covering for me. I ask for your prayers as I take some time for my overall well-being. THANK YOU!
Fr. Tim, Deacons Ken and Joe will be attending the January Institute in Casper on Tuesday, January 15th through Thursday, January 17th. Please call the office at 746-4219 if you have a need.
Join thousands of Catholics nationwide in the annual pro-life novena, 9 days for life, Monday, January 14 -Tuesday, January 22. Pray for the respect of all human life with daily intentions, brief reflections, and more. Download a free mobile app, or sign up to receive the novena through daily emails or text message. ( a printable version is also available online). Sign up at www.9daysforlife.com
The Society of Jesus (Jesuits) has released a list of members in their Missouri and New Orleans Provinces credibly accused of having abused a minor. The list includes two men that served at St. Stephen’s Mission. Paul C. Pilgram, SJ was assigned at St. Stephen’s Mission 1964-1966. He was restricted from ministry with minors in 1991 and removed from ministry in 2003. He currently lives under supervision. Anthony J. short , SJ was assigned at St. Stephen’s Mission (1974-1977) and 1981-1986). He was removed from ministry in 2008. He currently lives in a skilled nursing facility under supervision. Anyone who has experienced abuse as a minor by a Jesuit is urged to please contact the Coordinator of Pastoral Support and Outreach, Carol Brescia, at 314-915-7168 or UCSOutreach@jesuits.org Please understand that the Diocese of Cheyenne is bound by civil and canon law to report sexual abuse of a minor to civil authorities. One should contact local law enforcement or Department of Family Services if abuse of a minor is suspected.
Please bring memorial poinsettias to decorate the altar for Christmas during the week of December 17th. You may deliver them to the office or the church. Please make sure you indicate who the memorial flower is for and from. THANK YOU
The Gateway Fellowship Church wishes to extend an invitation to all families to attend the Annual Community Christmas Tea. The tea will be held on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14TH from 11:00 to 1:00 pm at the Michaels’ Room (Weston County Senior Center, 627 Pine Street). Please plan to attend this special and festive time of celebration and fellowship.
Bishop Steven invites Catholic high school students from the Diocese of Cheyenne who graduate in 2019, 2020, or 2021 and their parents to participate in a pilgrimage to Italy. The pilgrimage will be June 14-24, 2019 and the cost is $4,895 per person. All details including trip inclusions, criteria for attending, itinerary, and the registration packet are available at http://www.dioceseofcheyenne.org/youth.html. For questions contact Maria at mward@dioceseofcheyenne.org
Recently it has come to Bishop Steven’s attention that a woman, Jennie Spin, has been presenting herself to parishioners in various parts of the state as Sister Jennie Spin, a Third Order Religious, wearing a full habit. Religious who are working in the diocese are to have a written agreement between the diocesan bishop and their religious superior detailing the works the religious is undertaking and various aspects associated with it. There is no such agreement. Therefore, she cannot be allowed to minister within the Diocese of Cheyenne. Please allow this to serve as an alert to all parishes and missions within the diocese.
Bishop Steven and Bishops nationwide are joining in seven days of prayer and fasting prior to their general assembly November 12-15th, when they will address critical issues in regard to clergy sexual abuse.