TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, AUGUST 17, 2014

From the Desk of Fr. Underwood:

This is Labor Day Weekend! We are accustomed
to it being the last weekend at the pool, on the lake,
or out in the campground with our families. We
sometimes think of it as merely another day in a
long weekend or a blessing that shortens a work
week. But, the historical origin of Labor Day causes
us to pause and reflect.

The United States Department of Labor says this about Labor Day:
Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor
movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of
American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contribu-
tions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our
country.

As Catholics, we look to Labor Day as more than merely a celebration of our
personal successes. It is the weekend where we take a special break from
labor in the United States a day where we appreciate our opportunity to
work a day that we thank God for giving us the ability to work. There are
so many people who want to work, but dont have the opportunity.
Human labor has always been a cooperation in Gods creative power.
When we work, we help to build up Gods Kingdom. When we work, we
should do so to give glory to God. When we work, we should also thank
God for our ability and talents.

This Labor Day, we join as a parish to pray for three things:
1. That those in need of work may find work with a just wage.
2. That all workers may give glory to God through their labors.
3. That human talents may be realized and thanks be given to God
for them.
Mass on Labor Day will be at 9:00 am. What a perfect opportunity to
come together for these prayer intentions.

Do you know someone who is not Catholic? Do you know someone
who has no church to turn to? Do you know someone who may have
questions about our faith? How about inviting them to explore the Cath-
olic faith in the St. Lawrence RCIA program? So many people have said
I always wanted to, but nobody ever asked me. You might be the one to
extend the invitation to a friend, a neighbor, or even a family member.
Without you, they may never hear Gods call.

We are preparing to begin regular RCIA classes on September 10
th
in the
Parish Social Hall. Those interested are asked to attend the Inquiry pro-
cess on Sunday mornings before they begin these more in-depth classes.
For more information, please contact the parish office.

Parish Picnic: Im really looking forward to our parish picnic coming
up on September 13th. We are trying to plan some unique and fun
events (it might even be as wild as a circus that day), so reserve the date
on your calendar. Activities will take place that Saturday from
3:00-8:30pm. Bring your families! It will be a wonderful time for our
St. Lawrence parish family.
Liturgy Schedule

Monday, September 1st
Labor Day
9:00 a.m. Liv. & Dec. Kochert
Family
5:15 p.m. No Mass

Tuesday, September 2nd
8:15 a.m. Safety of Schilli
Company Employees

Wednesday, September 3rd
8:15 a.m. Charles E. Halsema
6:30 p.m. Ron Bartrom

Thursday, September 4th
8:15 a.m. Fr. Jack Trippel

Friday, September 5th
First Friday
8:15 a.m. Patty Elsner

LORDS DAY MASSES

Saturday, September 6th
First Saturday
5:00 p.m. Carl & Emma
Quaintance

Sunday, September 7th
8:00 a.m. Parishioners of
St. Lawrence
9:30 a.m. Liv. & Dec. of John
Bresnahan Family
11:15 a.m. Deb Kennedy
5:00 p.m. Joe Silver





TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, AUGUST 31, 2014







Baptism Meeting - A meeting for upcoming
Baptisms will be held Tuesday, September 16 at
7:00pm in the Bishop Higi Rm., St. Mary Cathedral.
The meeting will be informal but will include
information about the Sacrament of Baptism and how
to make this event more meaningful for you the
parents, your child and the godparents. The godparents
are also welcome to attend the meeting if available.
Please call the office 742-2107 to register.
THE FAMILY THAT WORKS, PRAYS AND PLAYS TOGETHER
Protocol Meeting - A Safe Conduct Protocol
Meeting is being offered Tuesday, September 16 at
7:00pm in the St. Francis Rm., St. Lawrence Parish
Office Bldg. All adults (age 18 or older) who assist with
ministries/activities involving any children from our
parish are required to attend one of these meetings
every five years. If you are a new volunteer/employee
or need to renew your paperwork and background
check, please plan on attending. The meeting lasts
approximately 90 minutes. Registration Required no later
than 1 day prior to meeting. Please call the office with any
questions or concerns (742-2107 ext. 236).
Ministers Schedule
Saturday, September 6, 2014
5:00 p.m. M. Davis, M. Grundman (R)
S. & M. Brown, C. & B. Shelton,
B. German, E. & N. Julian (C)
L. Rush R. Comery, A. Davis (S)
Sunday, September 7, 2014
8:00 a.m. R. Mankus, T. Steill (R)
R. Novak, M. Coomey, L. & M.A. Steiner,
C. Smith, T. & M.A. Lawrence (C)
A. Butz, A. Novak (S)
9:30 a.m. K. Dienhart, L. Brandt (R)
J. Walters, J. & L. Vanderwielen, C. Mejia,
E. Boes, J. Parr, K. Redinbo, L. Arvidson (C)
K. & L. Hutzel, A. Denney (S)
11:15 a.m. D. Cramer, A. Lindberg (R)
H. Jacobson, M. Helms, M. J. Nelson, J. Peden,
J. & L. Crum, M.F. Nelson (C)
M. Cramer, A. & E. Jacobson (S)
5:00 p.m. S. Schmitz, D. Seeger (R)
J. Seeger, S. Romig, D. Koning, F. Sanchez,
J. & P. Bennett, J. Harris (C)
E. Langley, E. Romig (S)
Sacrificial Fund, August 24, 2014 $13,388.38
Electronic Fund Transfers $380.00
School Expansion Fund $183.00
The St. Lawrence 50 Plus Club
St. Lawrence 50 Plus Club will meet
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014 in the
Social Hall from 1:00-3:30pm. Short
meeting, refreshments, fun and good fellowship.
Euchre will be played and prizes awarded. For more
information call Sonja Wiegand at 490-3829.
The 90+ Club celebrates the
following August Birthdays:
Adelaide King - August 3rd
Iona Loro - August 12th
Rita Jaffe - August 13th
May God continue to shower blessings
of love, joy, and peace in your life!
RCIA - Precatechumenate or Inquiry
Conversion is a gradual process or a faith
journey. The first step in this journey is the
inquiry stage. This period may last a long
time. One needs to be aware that gradual conversion cannot
be measured in earth time, but in God's time. The aim of
this period is to awaken one's faith. It is characterized by:
Sharing stories about the Catholic faith.
Answering questions about why Catholics do the things
they do.
Proclaiming the message of salvation through the Word.
Introduction into parish life.
Building trust and community.
Once God's time has been fulfilled and the inquirer is ready to
take the first step in the process of conversion, they will be
invited to participate in The Rite of Acceptance into the Order
of Catechumens. Beginning Sunday, September 7
th
Inquiry
will meet every Sunday at 9:30am in the St. Clare room at the
Parish Office Bldg. We would love for you to join us. You
must attend inquiry sessions before you can be invited to
participate in the Rite of Acceptance on October 26
th
at the
9:30am Mass. RCIA will begin meeting on Wednesday
nights starting September 10
th
from 7:00-8:30 pm in the
Social Hall. If you have questions please call the Parish
Office or Jim & Connie at 447-2939.
Uniting in Heart Pastoral Planning Survey
Our numbers keep growing of those who have filled out the
Surveys associated with Uniting in Heart, Pastoral
Planning for the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana. If you
have not filled one out, please take the time to do it now.
Go to www.dol-in.org and click the button which will
lead you to the surveys. Choose the most appropriate for
your use. Most people will be using the General Survey.
If you do not have access to a computer please take a
survey from the back of Church and return it next week so
someone can input your information. If you know people
who do not regularly participate in Church, and consider
themselves Catholic, please feel free to take yellow
surveys from the back of Church and invite them
to participate so the Bishop can hear their voices and
incorporate the needs he hears into the pastoral plan.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NOTES

Want to Know More about your Catholic Faith?
We are need of new catechists for this school year. It is a good
opportunity to share your faith and love of children. We are in
need of Childrens Liturgy of the Word leaders during the
11:15 Mass, a second kindergarten teacher (Wednesday
evenings) and discussion leaders for Confirmation classes
(Sunday afternoons 3-4:45). If you are interested please contact
Ryan Hillman at Hillman@Catholicweb.com or at 423-2396.

Religious Education Registration for 2014-2015
Registration forms are now available at the church exits and in
the social hall. They are also available at the parish office, and
on the St. Lawrence website. Calendars, registration forms, and
baptismal information forms for the upcoming religious
education year can also be found on the parish website.
Religious Education events can be linked to smartphones,
tablets, or computers calendars. To do so click on the calendar
tab at the top of the St. Lawrence website and click on the event.

Confirmation Registration
St. Lawrence currently confirms young people who are in their
freshman year of high school. We do accept older students who
have yet to be confirmed. The policy of St. Lawrence mandates
that a young person must have participated in religious education
program or at a Catholic school the year prior to receiving the
sacrament. The following are important dates for Confirmation
preparation. Candidates are expected to participate in all the events
and Confirmation class. Confirmation events can be linked to
smartphones, tablets, or computers calendars. To do so click on the
calendar tab at the top of the St. Lawrence website and click on the
event.

Nov. 9 Sponsor/Candidate Mtg., Social Hall
Nov. 22/23 Rite of Enrollment at all Masses.
March 18 All Assignments Due
April 11/12 Confirmation Retreat at Cary Camp
May 13 Confirmation Rehearsal, St. Mary Cathedral 7pm
May 14 Confirmation, St. Mary Cathedral 7pm

Upcoming Dates

Sept. 7 Religious Education begins for Grades 6-8

First Reconciliation
Oct. 2 or 7 Parent Mtg. Soc. Hall LL 7-8pm
Oct. 11/12 Reconciliation Enrollment Rite at all Masses
Nov. 8 Parent/Child Mtg. in Soc. Hall
Nov. 24 First Reconciliation in Church 7pm

First Communion
Feb. 23 or 26 Parent Meeting, Social Hall LL 7-8pm
March 7/8 Holy Eucharist Enrollment Rite at all Masses
March 14 Parent/Child Mtg. in Soc. Hall
April 18 Day of Recollection for 1st Communicants
April 19 First Communion 1:30pm

If you have a son or daughter participating in a Sacrament
this year, please note these dates on your calendar. It will help
to alleviate conflicts. Thank you.
Food Pantry Next Sunday is
our monthly Food Sunday to
help those in need. Please bring
non-perishable food items,
toiletries and paper products. Canned
meats, cereal, dry milk, spaghetti & sauce,
pasta, rice, peanut butter, laundry detergent
and toilet paper are needed. Your generosity
is greatly appreciated by those we help!

High School Bible studies will start on August 27th
from 7-8:30. All high school students are invited
every Wednesday in the lower level of St. Mary.
Contact Kendra Leckrone with questions
kmleckrone@gmail.com, 219-208-0060.
The high school youth group will be starting its
Fall semester of Life Teen on Sunday, September
7th. All high school students are invited to join
the youth group each Sunday for fellowship and
food. The youth group will meet in the lower
level of the St. Lawrence social hall each Sunday
from 6:30-8. Registration is not required. Contact
Kendra Leckrone with questions kmleck-
rone@gmail.com, 219-208-0060.
TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, AUGUST 31, 2014
THE FAMILY THAT WORKS, PRAYS AND PLAYS TOGETHER
Superhero Run/Walk
Benefiting Matrix Pregnancy Resource Center
September 27th, 2014 Columbian Park, Rush Pavilion
Register online at www.lafayetteherorun.com
Join the St. Lawrence Team led by Ben Davis today!
Mark your calendars and plan
to attend the Ninth Annual
St. Boniface GermanFest
Saturday, September 6th
4-11:30pm. Please join us!
SAVE THE DATE!
Anniversary Mass with Bishop Doherty at the
Cathedral. All couples are invited to renew their vows
with Bishop Doherty during Mass on Sept 28, 2014 at
2:30 pm. Register online at http://www.dol-in.org/
index.cfm?load=page&page=537.
Teaching about Gods Gift of Forgiveness is the
theme for the 2014 Catechetical Day which is
sponsored by the Diocesan Pastoral Office for
Catechesis. The day will take place on Saturday,
October 11
th
, at Central Catholic High School,
9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m., EST. The day begins with
Mass, a Keynote Address by Fr. Rick Nagel, Pastor,
Saint John the Evangelist Church, Indianapolis, and
participants can choose three breakout sessions
among the many offered. There is a $30 registration
fee which includes lunch and hospitality. For a
registration brochure and a complete schedule
and list of the breakout sessions, please go
to: www.dol-in.org/CD or contact the Pastoral Office
for Catechesis at (765) 269-4650.
ST. ELIZABETH HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT
GROUPS TO BEGIN WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 9
Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and confused after the
loss of a loved one but arent sure where to turn?
Spending time with others who are on the same
emotional roller coast, in a group setting, can be
helpful during your grief journey. St. Elizabeth
Hospice has served the greater Lafayette community
in the grief support ministry for many years by
providing practical information in a facilitated but
relaxed group setting. New groups are forming now to
begin a 10-week series the week of September 9.
To accommodate different schedules, groups are
available on either Tuesday evenings (6:00-7:30 pm)
or Friday mornings (9:30-11:00 am). Please contact
Dwight Herrin, St. Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support
Group Facilitator, at 423-6911, for more information
and to register. You need not make this journey alone!
The Parents Guild of Central
Catholic Junior/Senior High School
will host their Annual Football
Homecoming Fish Fry on Friday,
September 5
th
, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm,
in the Central Catholic cafeteria.
Tickets may be purchased at the door,
and a carry out option is available.
Choice of fish or hot dog for children.
That Man is You!
Modeled on some of the countrys leading mens
programs, That Man is You! is an interactive mens
program that combines Scripture, solid secular research
and fun to address the pressures and temptations facing
men in our modern culture. It seeks to form authentic
leaders who will be capable of transforming homes and
society. That Man is You! meets weekly at Church of
the Blessed Sacrament: 2224 Sacramento Dr., West
Lafayette. Two convenient meeting times are available,
choose to attend on Monday mornings (6-7:30am)
or Thursday evenings (7-8:30pm). Each meeting begins
with refreshments, followed by a short presentation
combining the best scientific research with the teachings
of the Church and wisdom of the saints. The meetings
conclude with breakout groups that provide an
opportunity for discussion. Meetings begin the week
of September 8, 2014. Find complete program details
and registration information for this free program
at www.blessedsacramentwl.org/tmiy.
TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, AUGUST 31, 2014