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Fr. Kevin’s Corner�
Schedule of Events�
Sunday, July 5th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
10:15 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
6:00 p.m. Celebration of Mass�St. Hyacinth�
Monday, July 6th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
Tuesday, July 7th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
Wednesday, July 8th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
Thursday, July 9th�
8:00 a.m. Mass�
Friday, July 10th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
Saturday, July 11th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
3:30 p.m. Confession �
4:30 p.m. Celebration of Mass �
Sunday, July 12th�
8:00 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
10:15 a.m. Celebration of Mass �
6:00 p.m. Celebration of Mass�St. Hyacinth�
Something Special for the Marines�
It only took one phone call to the right
person, and miracles started to happen. That’s how a
heroic group of Marines, heading home from
Afghanistan, found a dream trip for the last leg of their
journey. �
The 13 Marines, led by Capt. Pravan Rajan, had had a
tough itinerary thus far � four flights, with close
connections, en route to their California base. That’s
when Capt. Rajan’s fiancée had an idea: she called
O’Hare Airport in Chicago to ask if “something special”
could be done for their final flight.�
She happened to get John Colas, 74, a former Marine
now a USO volunteer, and he swung into action. He had
little trouble persuading 15 Chicago police officers and a
like number of firefighters to serve as an honor guard
when the Marines got off their flight; then they escorted
them�to the cheers of dozens of passengers � through
the terminal.�
The best was yet to come. They flew first class to
California, courtesy of American Airlines and seven
anonymous first�class fliers who gave up theirs seats.
Said Colas; “We want these kids to realize that they
haven’t been forgotten.”�
�
May we find ways to honor those who serve us Lord.�
A little boy was overheard praying: “Lord, if you can’t
make me a better boy, don’t worry about it. I’m having a
real good time like I am.”�
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Kids pray in simple language. They ae direct and to the
point. They have a good sense of a relationship with
God. They trust. They’re not afraid.�
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In today’s Gospel Jesus is praying. He is grateful to
God for blessings received. He is thankful for God’s
generosity. God has handed over everything to Jesus.
Jesus is full of the love for has for Him.�
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Then Jesus invites all who labor and are burdened to
come to Him. That’s all of us. We can share our burdens
with God. When we do, we are praying.�
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What are some useful reminders for us when we pray?
Keep it simple. Use our ordinary language. Be direct.
Trust God with whatever we feel, think or desire. Pray
whenever we want through the day.�
�
One particular four�year�old prayed: “And forgive us
our trash baskets as we forgive those who put trash in our
baskets.”�
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Like Jesus we can praise God; we can thank God; we
can ask God for needs, wants, and all kinds of longings.
In addition, we can ask for mercy, forgiveness and
healing. God wants a relationship with us. Jesus has
shown us the way. We have an open invitation to connect
with God. At any time we can share what is on our mind;
we can express what is in our hear; we can inform God
what is in our soul.�
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Little Caitlin struggled valiantly to say the entire Our
Father on her own. Her Mother listened as Caitlin
enunciated each word right up to the end of the prayer:
“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from E�
mail.�
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Like people, prayers come in all kinds. With God, all
prayers are welcome. God is waiting and listening. God
cares. May we fill the week with our own ordinary
prayers.�
Father Kevin’s Column�
Prayer Line��
Nita Lamkin 684�7105�
Janet Brandt 684�3366�
Barbara Poirier 895�8700�
Stewardship Thought�
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Corpus Christi Parish, Bay City�
July 5, 2020�
CHECK IT OUT!�
Our Parish Website�
www.corpus�christi�parish.com �
Go to our website for all information �
concerning bulletins, pictures, minutes, �
and CANCELLATIONS. �
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We now have the ability for you to do �
on�line giving. Go to our website (listed
above) and click on the On�Line Giving tab. �
FAST� SAFE�SECURE�
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Information and updates can also be
found on the �
Corpus Christi Facebook page.�
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Sponsor of The Week�
Act of Spiritual Communion�
By St. Alphonsus de Liguori�
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My Jesus, I believe that You are present�
in the Most Holy Sacrament..�
I love You above all things �
and I desire to receive You into my soul. �
Since I cannot at this moment �
Receive you sacramentally, �
Come at least spiritually�
Into my heart.�
I embrace You as if You �
Were already there�
And unite myself wholly to You.�
Never permit me�
To be separated from You.�
Amen.�
Live Mass to Stream Online Daily�
Saginaw�In the absence of public Masses being
celebrated across the Diocese of Saginaw, we invite all to
join us for daily 8 a.m. Mass (Monday� Saturday) �
The celebration of Sunday Mass will continue to be
livestreamed at 10:00 a.m., as it has for the last year.
Videos of Masses will remain online after streaming. Go
to: saginaw.org � Offices & Ministries � Live Video from
Cathedral.�
Volunteers are needed to Check in Mass attendees
& after Mass clean ups and also for pulling weeds. We
Thank the volunteers who have been helping! Please call
the Parish Office at (989) 893�4073 �
Due to the early deadline for the
bulletin (because of Independence
Day ) the Parish Stewardship for June
28th will appear in next week’s
bulletin. �
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time�
“For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.”����
�Matthew 11:30�
When we are being good stewards and
generously sharing our time and resources, we
need to remember that we are sharing the gifts
that God gave to us. Those things are not
exclusively ours. They are gifts, on loan, from
God. He asks that we give back, with gratitude,
some of what He has gifted to us.�
NO MASK�
NO MASS �
We would like to welcome Jacob
Hugo to Corpus Christi Parish.
Jacob is a Seminarian for the
Diocese of Saginaw and he will be
staying at the rectory. Please pray for him and all of
our Seminarians.�
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July 5, 2020�
Corpus Christi Parish is now using MyParishApp.� This is a free app that can be downloaded to
your smartphone.� This is another way that the parish can communicate with parishioners.�
MyParishApp also is a great resource for prayers and all sorts of information. The weekly bulletin is
available through the app and also on our website.�
The St. Vincent DePaul food pantry is open.� Please call 989.280.3277 and leave
a message.� Your call will be returned, and we will schedule an appointment for you
to pick up your food. �
SMILE�
Mass Attendance�
Some of the guidelines we will follow are:�
♦ The number of people attending Mass will be limited due to social distancing. Of 6 ft., which must be strictly
enforced. Families of the same household may sit together. The cry room, balcony and chapel will not be used for
any seating.�
♦ Parishioners MUST call the parish office (893�4073) before noon on Friday to reserve your place at Mass. When
the allotted number of persons are signed up for a Mass, no others will be allowed to attend. You are to check in at
the door. Additional Masses can be scheduled depending upon demand.�
♦ MASKS ARE MANDATORY. ...NO MASK...NO MASS�
♦ Masks that cover the mouth and nose must be worn when on parish grounds and in all buildings. The only time a
mask may be removed is to consume the Eucharist. Those who choose to wear gloves must remove them also to
receive the Eucharist.�
♦ Communion will be received in the hand only. We are sympathetic to those who feel receiving communion on the
tongue is important, but for the safety of the priest and all parishioners, that practice will be discontinued for the
time being. �
♦ There will be baskets near the Altar for contribution envelopes so that there is no community basket being passed.
We thank those who have continued to support the parish during this time!�
♦ We will not be using worship aids at this time.�
♦ Please exit directly from the church. Do not stop to visit or congregate.�
It is understood that many may not be comfortable with returning to church at this time; that is why the bishop has
given dispensation until the end of August. Anyone who is ill, or those who are over 60 with under�lying health issues
such as diabetes, heart or lung issues, etc. making them more vulnerable are encouraged to stay home.�
No admittance or exit from the North Door (by the choir)�
�
REMEMBER … You MUST RSVP for Mass every week!�
Call the Parish Office before Noon on Friday.�
Attention 2020 Graduates: We would like to honor our 2020 high�school & college graduates at
the 10:15 a.m. Mass on July 12th. Please call the Parish Office (893�4073) to RSVP before July 8th.
We would also like a senior picture by the 8th.�
An elderly gentleman was driving on the local freeway when his cell phone rang. It was his wife, who sounded frantic.
She warned him to be on the lookout for a wayward driver.�
�
“Sherman, please be very careful! I just heard on the radio that there’s a driver on the freeway going in the
wrong direction!”�
�
“Margaret, you should call that radio station and give them an update. It’s not just one driver. It’s every single blasted
car I pass!”�
CHRISTIAN COFFEE HOUSE Our high school coffee house will remain closed until August. Watch for info on
our reopening as we hope to have a variety of special events! �
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1008 S. Wenona, Bay City, MI 48706�
www.corpus�christi�parish.com�
Parish Office (989) 893�4073�
Office Hours Mon.�Fri. 8:00 a.m. until Noon�
Corpus Christi Parish, Bay City�
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Parish Staff�
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Pastor � Fr. Robert Kelm�
Email: [email protected]�
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Priest in Residence � Fr. Kevin Kerbawy�
Email: [email protected]�
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Pastoral Minister � Sr. Joann Plumpe�
Email: [email protected]�
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Deacon David Adler�
Email: [email protected]�
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Director of Faith Formation � Mary Dierich�
Email: [email protected]�
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Bookkeeper/Office � Karen Polega�
Email: [email protected]�
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Office Manager � Mary Ann Marciniak�
Email: [email protected]�
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Music Director � Jan Spaulding�
Email: [email protected]�
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Music Ministry � Andrew Ratajczak�
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Maintenance Supervisor � Ned Benford�
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Webmaster � Jennifer Ayers�
Email: jennifer@starr�rhapsody.com�
Readings July 12, 2020�
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time�
First Reading: Isaiah 55:10�11�
Second Reading: Romans 8:18�23 �
Gospel: Matthew 13:1�23�
PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY �
FOR PROTECTION �
O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a
sign of salvation and hope.�
We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick.�
At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus’
pain, with steadfast faith. You, Our Lady of the
Assumption, know what we need. �
We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you
did at Cana of Galilee, joy and feasting might return
after this moment of trial.�
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform
ourselves to the Father’s will and to do what Jesus
tells us: �
He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore
our sorrows to bring us, through the Cross, to the joy
of the Resurrection. Amen. �
We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy
Mother of God. Do not despise our pleas � we who
are put to the test � and deliver us from every danger,
O glorious and blessed Virgin. �
With assurances of my prayers for all of you, may
you experience, Peace and joy in Christ, �
�
Most Rev. Robert D. Gruss �
Bishop of Saginaw�
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PRAYER FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY�
�
Dear God,�
As we celebrate today �
help us never to forget the reason for our joy. Help us
remember that our rights to life, liberty and the
pursuit of happiness were signed into our heritage
with the willing blood of American patriots. Most of
all, help us remember that the rights of all people are
more than words on a document, and that all people
have rights because you have given us the dignity of
human life. Grant freedom to all, and give us the
strength to protect the rights of others.�
AMEN.�
Wedding Anniversary Announcements�
If you would like to have your Wedding
Anniversary announced in church during the
intercessions, please call the Parish Office at least two
weeks in advance. To avoid announcing mis�
information, only those called in to the office will be
announced. If you would like it in the /bulletin we need
to know a month in advance .�
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Single Family Subsidized Housing Immediate processing for qualified
3 & 4 bedroom applicants. Bangor Schools - Metro Bus Route - No Pets
3325 Alarie Dr. - Bay City Mon-Fri. 8-5
Call 989-686-4130
Blue Knight Food
Discount • SurplusFood Warehouse & Store
(989) 686-5540 3286 S. Huron Rd.Bay City, MI 48706
HEATING & COOLING
mccoyheatingandcooling.com
303 S. Water Bay City
895-8569Since 1922
Helm Trucking Inc.Helm Trucking Inc.3975 N. Seven Mile Rd.3975 N. Seven Mile Rd.
Pinconning, MIPinconning, MI989-879-3250989-879-3250
www.truckdrivingjobs.com www.truckdrivingjobs.com (apply for positions here)(apply for positions here)
Murray & CompanyCertified Public Accountants, P.C.
3741 Wilder Rd., Bay City, MI 48706
989-686-7740www.rfmurraycpa.com
A+D HomeHealth Care
An A&D Nurse is like having A NURSE in
your FAMILY.Roselyn Argyle
President(989) 249-0929
TERMINUE BRAKE & MUFFLER SHOP, INC. “Family Owned Since 1951” 2040 Kosciuszko (22nd St.) 892-4593
Chartier & Son’sChartier & Son’sPlumbing & Heating, Inc.Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Jeff Chartier1001 Midland Rd. 684-6858
See us at www.thinkthelen.com
Zachary T Christensen Financial Advisor
(989) 778-16303941 Traxler Court, Ste. 300Bay City, MI 48706
Call Now for all your CATERING needs!989 894-5531
Vienna PastryVienna PastryHome of the Mexican Hat Cookie!Home of the Mexican Hat Cookie!205 Columbus Ave. • Bay City205 Columbus Ave. • Bay City
(989) 891-0203(989) 891-0203Special orders are our specialitySpecial orders are our speciality
Call and place your order TODAY!Call and place your order TODAY!
J & K Income Tax ServiceKen Grzegorczyk
Enrolled Agent1604 Kosciuszko Ave. • Bay City, MI
(989) 892-2563
Bay City • 989-684-9161Standish • 989-846-9551
1515 E. Center Rd. (M-25) Essexville989-894-0201 • Open April to October
Sherri Fischhaber • [email protected] or (800) 477-4574 x6553
ROOFING CO. Residential ★ Commercial
Dave LeBrun, Owner700 Third Street, Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-0069
Valley Carpet, Inc. “Family Owned & Operated Since 1967”
Gene Wenglikowski - OwnerResidential & Commercial - Floor Coverings
684-60653450 S HURON RD., BAY CITYwww.valleycarpetinc.com
JOHN GROYAPlumbing & Heating
Plumbing, Heating & Air ConditioningSpecializing in Hot Water Heat
1211 S. Wenona 989-893-7060
COMPLETE COLLISION SERVICETom Brunette’s Body Shop“Where Our Customers Send Their Friends”
989-893-19911404 PINE ST • ESSEXVILLE
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NORTH UNION @ HENRY 989.391.4447
COLBY’SDryCleaning
& Laundry Service
Professional
415 S. Euclid Ave.Mike Slezak, Realtor® Bay City, MI 48706Cell: (989) 798-4824 Office (989) 686-4500Home (989) 686-7959 [email protected]
“C” STATE “C” STATE CHAMPSCHAMPS
1967
Complete FamilyComplete Family& Cosmetic Dentistry& Cosmetic Dentistry
JOHN M. SHERIDAN, D.D.S.JOHN M. SHERIDAN, D.D.S. Graduate of St. Joe’s High School Graduate of St. Joe’s High School
989-684-1520989-684-15203459 Midland Rd. (Off Euclid) Bay City3459 Midland Rd. (Off Euclid) Bay City
(989) 893-7577 | (800) 875-1457705 E. Midland St. Bay City | wesbc.com
Wholesale ElectricResidential & Commercial
Lighting & SuppliesCeiling Fans, Pendants
Interior & ExteriorDecorative & Landscape Lighting
Our Family proudly serving the community for more than 80 years.
AMBROSE FUNERAL HOME SQUIRES FUNERAL HOME 1200 Garfield Ave 211 N Henry 989-895-9601 989-893-1616 www.ambrosesquiresfuneralhomes.com Brian A Vos, Owner
Flowers & Gifts For All Occasions
1717 S. Euclid684-4571
Buy 1 Specialty Coffee Get 1 Free of equal or lesser value Owners/Operators The Peter’s Family
901 So Euclid Ave. • 2200 Broadway918 No Euclid Ave • 314 Washington Ave. • 6325
Westside Sag. Rd. • 2515 So Huron Rd.
DepenDableSewer Cleaning
SEWERS SINKS ANY TYPE OF DRAINUnderground TV Inspection
Ron Foco 892-3011Full Plumbing Service and Repair
Bay City (989) 684-9400 Saginaw (989) 790-1700 Midland (989) 835-6604
Parishioners
Affordable ContractingDarrin Rabidoux - General Contractor
Concrete drives, sidewalks, patios, in ground pools installed & stamped concrete.Excavating/Bobcat service. Basements, additions, and remodeling.
Licensed & Insured • 989-667-4310www.affordableconcretecontracting.com
since 1979990 Mcgraw • Bay City
892-8337commercial • residential
Nelsen & Co CUSTOM JEWELERS & ENGRAVERS
914 Washington Ave., Bay City, MI 48708
989-778-1190David Nelsen, Owner and Parishioner
Please stop in for your
holiday gifts!
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Burials • CremationsLife Celebrations(989) 893-7334
www.skorupskis.comSpencer & Chelsea Skorupski
Owners & Practicing Catholics