Emmaus Enquirer

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Pictures of the Week

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Emmaus Enquirer
A weekly publication of the Emmaus E_Group

Volume 4 # 18 05.07.08

In this Issue:
Latest News:

The Church:

Ministry of the Week:

Our Parish:

Stewardship In Action:

In The Narthex:

Help Wanted:

Latest News:
Calendar Updates:

WEAR RED THIS WEEKEND AT ALL MASSES, AND JOIN US FOR THE PARISH PICTURE AFTER THE 10AM MASS.

TEACHER GIFTS are available at the SEED gift card desk after all the masses. We have special Barnes and Noble $10 Gift Cards just for teachers. This is a wonderful way to tell your child's teacher how much you appreciate all they do. Limited number available-so don't delay!

In the Church:

EMMAUS ODD GIRL OUT MOTHER/DAUGHTER SERIES MAY 7th, 14th and 21st from 7-9pm Mothers will meet on all three dates for a guided discussion with local psychologist Priscilla Bangs based on the book, Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls and how adults can help. Girls (entering 5th grade and older) will join their mothers for the third meeting on May 21. Moms, please pick up the book now and begin reading. All moms are welcome regardless of your daughter’s current age.

Our Lady of Fatima
Next Tuesday we will celebrate Our Lady of Fatima at the 8:30am Mass. Come and join us as we remember how the Blessed Virgin appeared to three shepherd children near a small village in Portugal. CLICK HERE to read more about the Fatima aparitions.

Stewardship In Action:

FIVE FINGER PRAYER

1. Your thumb is nearest you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty."

2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.

4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.

5. And lastly comes our little finger - the smallest finger of all which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "The least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively.

In The Parish

This Sunday is Mother's Day, join us all in honoring mothers at the masses this weekend. A special blessing will be given to all mothers at the end of mass and flowers will be given out to all mothers attending our services. .

By the way, if you have successfully managed to miss all the ads reminiding you that Mother's Day is this weekend you can sneakily get her a gift or Gift Card this weekend. Check out inspirations @ Emmaus or the SEED table.

Sunday, May 11th 11am-Noon On the hilltop adjacent to parish office
FOLLOW THE RED BALLOONS UP THE STEPS! WHY CELEBRATE?

It's Mother's Day MUFFINS FOR MOMS!
It's the Feast of Pentecost WEAR RED!
We're taking a picture of the entire parish SAY CHEESE!
It's the end of faith formation classes for the year!

Please join Fr. Samuel and the Faith Formation Staff as we celebrate the end of classes and honor students for their participation and attendance throughout the year. Awards will be given to students with an outstanding attendance record.

Ministry of the Week:

OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND IN OUR GROWING FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM

With an additional class session and a growing program, Emmaus Faith Formation (FF) has lots of opportunities for you to share your gifts with our children. To continue to meet the needs of the parish community and expand our programming for children, parents, and families we need more

Catechists (lead teachers, teaching couples or teams and substitute catechists needed for all grade levels)
Catechist assistants (help out in classroom)
an RCIC director (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children)
families to shepherd children new to our faith
people with gifts in technology to help with podcasts, web updates and newsletters (you can help from home!)
and more!!!!! Our parish and our children are richly blessed when our members share their gifts and faith.

Just walk the halls and listen to the children during class God’s Spirit & Grace fill our buildings!!!!! All because of the little things each person does that collectively change the big picture. Please consider this ministry and contact our office if you would like to discuss where your talents/interests would be best used. Also, if you know an adult in our parish who would make a great catechist, please invite them to join our ministry or give us their name. We have catechist formation and training planned for June, August and September to give all the tools and resources needed!
HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT BECOMING A CATECHIST (aka RELIGIOUS ED TEACHER)????

Kevin and Bertha Halfmann along with Camille, Kaleb and Joelle welcome home new baby boy Andis Julian born on April 19th 8 lbs and 12 oz.

Our staff artist Paloma Rodriquez will will be participating in the Annual Spring Fling Artshow in Llano, on May 10th, from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is invited
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Don't forget to share with us when wonderful things happen in your family. email us emmaus@emmauslakeway.com

In the Narthex:
Carnations for Mothers.

Mothers Day, May 11th Emmaus Middle School will hold a Fair Trade Sale after the 10:00 am Mass. This will coincide with Family Sunday and Faith Formation End of Year Celebration. Middle Schoolers needed to sell chocolate, coffee, & tea for about 1/2 hour after Mass.

Help Wanted:

Volunteer Positions:
	Welder Needed	Need assistance of both labor and/or materials for welding a BBQ pit that will be for Emmaus. The Boy Scouts acquired a 1000 gallon tank that is being turned into a Smoker (Holy Smoker). The smoker will be available for all groups at Emmaus
	Light construction, painting and assembly work needed	Help is needed NOW with set decorations and other preparations for VBS that can be done at your home. Call Jeannine at the office or email vbs@emmauslakeway.com to find out what role or items you can help deliver!
Paid Positions:
	Childcare	Hours are flexible and can include Sundays at the 10 am and 5 pm Masses, weekday mornings and evenings as needed for meetings and retreats. CLICK HERE for more information.