This week of April 27th

Weekday Mass Schedule

Wednesday - 12 Noon
Friday - 12 Noon

We ask you to keep the sick in your daily prayer. We have a prayer list on the Church bulletin board. You are welcome to add names at any time as well as remove names when appropriate. Please pray for those recently ill: Bill Cooper, Gary Budd, Barry Wood, Barbara Baker, Sara Anderson and James Duncan.

The 10:30 Mass this Sunday will be celebrated prayerfully remembering Kathryn DiCarlo Forti, the sister of John DiCarlo. May Kathryn share in the fullness of God's Love and peace.

Isaiah 40-55: Build a Highway for God -
This Monday we conclude our study of the Prophet Isaiah. In preparation for this final session, please read Isaiah 54:1-14; 55:6-11. We begin at 7:00 p.m. and conclude no later than 8:30 p.m. All are welcome!

Home baked bread -Available before and following the Sunday Masses, May 3 and 4. The proceeds will go to our church building fund.

Last Sunday's Collection
Envelopes: $5,202.80
Capital Campaign Pledges: $255.00
Non-Pledge Building Donations: $600.00
Memorial Donations: $2,425.00
Thank you for your support!

Continuing Faith Formation - Youth
For more information about the Youth Continuing Faith Formation program please contact Lisa Saghy at stagnesdre@frontiernet.net or 304-596-0064.

First Eucharist - This Sunday we welcome thirteen of our young people to the table of the Lord. May the Lord bless our First Communion Students with his love as they take this important step in sharing the life of the church community. Sadie Arnold, Anna Blazer, Frankie Blazer, Tighe Didden, Olivia Gwise, Marina Hamilla, David Hayes, Kristina Kandalis, Ryan Maiden, Alexis Tan, Catalina Torres, Yolanda Torres, Noah Wirt

Prayer sponsors are encouraged to attend the reception at the Parish Center and to introduce yourself to the child you have been praying for.

Come and see the Progress we've made!
Next Sunday, May 4, 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m., you are invited to gather at the site of the new church building. Folks will be on hand to help you tour the building. You will be impressed with what you see. The dedication is scheduled for Sunday, July 20 at 2:00 p.m.

Parish Dinner - On Saturday evening, May 17, we will have a parish dinner, giving us an opportunity to visit and spend time with one another. This will be a German dinner prepared by Chef Earl Dollenger. If you can attend please place your name on the list at the church or parish center bulletin boards. Guten Appetit!


Youth Mass & Senior Fiesta - Our next Youth Mass will be on Sunday, May 4 at 5pm at the church. All Confirmation candidates should plan on attending. We will also have a special Mexican Fiesta after Mass to celebrate our graduating seniors.

Confirmation Retreat - We will be having our Confirmation Retreat on Saturday, May 10 at Priestfield Pastoral Center. Permission slips are being mailed this week. Please make sure to return them by May 4th.

See the Social Justice Corner for an update on our environmental efforts!
For more info, about Youth & Young Adult Ministry at St. Agnes, contact Jen Murphy at 304-728-8814 or stagnesyouth@hotmail.com.

The Story of the Universe: A Cosmic Eucharistic Banquet
This is a weekend retreat at Priest Field Pastoral Center, June 13-15. How do we consciously become "one" with all that God has made and is still making? This retreat will help us attend to the generosity of God as never before --- to allow our "thanksgiving" to over flow for the good of the planet. Brochures and weekend schedule can be found at the church entrance.

Food Pantry Needs:
Breakfast foods (cereal, pancake mix, syrup)
peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti sauce and noodles, canned fruit (peaches, pears, mixed fruit and applesauce, canned soups of all kinds, coffee (regular and instant) and tea bags

Canopy Needed
The Dedication Committee is looking for a large canopy that they may borrow for the reception following the new church dedication. If you know of anyone or any organization that might be willing to lend theirs to us, please contact Dotty Piccolomini at 876-6927 or the church office.

The Social Justice Corner
Two weeks ago the Good Shepherd Gospel helped to highlight Jesus as the Good Shepherd. It could also remind us community-minded folks in Shepherdstown that Good Shepherd Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers provides help for our county's senior citizens and disabled persons, especially providing transportation to doctors, clinics, shopping and much more. It's easy to join. Just call Good Shepherd Caregivers at 876-3325.

The Psalm that weekend also reminded us that God's gift of this earth offers us solace and comfort. In light of the Pope's call for us to be good stewards of God's creation, let's continue to commit ourselves to caring for it. The Youth Group has given us a boost by helping us REDUCE, RECYCLE and REUSE this month. Let's take those actions further this year by using reusable shopping bags available from the Youth Group and by continuing to RECYCLE and to REDUCE our footprint on the planet.

The Mission of Mercy dental clinic scheduled for June 27 and 28 still needs general volunteers. (If you can smile we need you.) You can register as a volunteer on-line at www.healthysmilewv.org or call Dan at the information below.
For more information, call Dan VanBelleghem at 304-876-9473.

A Friends in Action family is in need of a small dinette table and chairs for six. Please contact Trish Stefanik if you can help at 304-725-4301.

Cash Card Corner
JCPenney is offering a 6% discount for Mother's Day!
We now have Bed, Bath & Beyond cards in inventory.
We had a $4,800.00 purchase for Lowe's the other week!
The Parish Center is open Monday from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. and on Wednesday from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.

Community Bible School will be held July 14 to 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon. We are in need of teachers, crafters and helpers (both adult and teen). There is truly something for everyone. Please contact Beth Yates (304-876-6362 or yatesfamily@frontiernet.net) for more information or to sign up.

Shepherdstown Fire Department is hosting a Fried Chicken and Roast Beef Buffet Dinner on Sunday, April 27 from 12 noon until 4:00 p.m. in Barron Hall. Cost will be $9 for adults, $5 for children.

Shepherdstown Visitor Center is looking for volunteers to contribute about 3 hours a month. If interested, please call Mary Sue Eldridge at 876-2337.

Blood Drive - Be a hero and donate blood on Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center. Donors will also be entered to win sweepstake prizes!

New Street United Methodist Church Pancake Breakfast - Let us serve you!
May 3rd, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
All-you-can-eat for the bargain price of just $6 adult, $3 child (3-12). Corner of Church and New Street in Shepherdstown.
Includes: pancakes, sausage/bacon, sausage gravy, applesauce, juice/coffee/tea. Carry out is available. Call 304-876-2362 fro more info.

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