WEEKLY NOTES

Saint Olaf Council of Women

Shall Support, Empower, And Educate Women in

Spirituality, Leadership, And Service.
https://www.stolafccw.org/home

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Easter Message from Father Andrzej: Christ is Risen! On this joyous Easter Sunday, I extend my warmest greetings to you and your families. This Sacred Day fills our hearts with hope, reminding us of God’s boundless love, and the promise of new life through Jesus’ Resurrection. God’s love indeed conquers the power of sin and evil in us and in the world of ours. As we gather to celebrate, let us enter into the mystery of the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus and receive the grace that renews us and strengthens our faith. May you find peace in His presence and share the warmth of His love with one another. Thank you for your steadfast commitment to our church community - together, we carry forward the message of salvation. Wishing you a Blessed Easter filled with joy, unity, and spiritual renewal. In Christ’s love

Hello Ladies

Happy Easter Monday! Today we begin a journey (an apt phrase) through the Acts of the Apostles for our first readings. In this Octave of Easter, we'll be reading the post-resurrection accounts from the Gospels. 

In today's Gospel reading from Matthew 28, we hear the very first words spoken by the risen Jesus. He sees the two Marys and says to them, "Do not be afraid. Go tell my brothers to go to Galilee, and there they will see me."

"Do not be afraid. Go and tell..." These words are so appropriate for us today. In this post-Christian era in which we are living, many are becoming more and more afraid to believe in Jesus, and to tell others about Him. Fear is the enemy of evangelization. We let our fear get in the way of telling others about God's love and goodness. Let us heed the very first words of the risen Lord and not be afraid to tell the world that Christ is risen! He has conquered death and sin, and so can we with faith!

Father, help us to be not afraid to offer up our lives for Christ, and to tell others the good news that He is risen. Amen.

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Pope Francis

"Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God." Vatican News

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BUNCO

Save the Date! The Council of Catholic Woman invites anyone over the age of 16 to play BUNCO Saturday, May 17. Doors open at noon, game play from 1:00 – 3:00 PM in the Father McNamara Center. $15 per person. Purchase tickets in advance after masses, online, or at the door that day. Snacks and drinks provided. Come for a wonderful afternoon of fun and community!

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Saint Anne’s Society

The Saint Anne’s Society invites all women of the parish and surrounding areas who are newly or soon-to-be empty nesters, have married children, or grandchildren to gather for community. This newly established group hopes to tap into the wisdom of other well-seasoned female friends to focus on spiritual growth through community prayer, study, fellowship, and works of charity. The Saint Anne Society will gather once a month at the St. Olaf parish for prayer or a simple book study and lunch. Future gatherings will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 11:00 AM

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COFFEE & DONUTS

The St Olaf Council of Women hosts coffee & donuts in the Father McNamara Center after the 9:00 and 11:30 Masses. The success of this fun community event is due to great volunteers. Please consider scheduling to serve at either Mass. We need help at the 9:00 am Mass, table set up Saturday night or Sunday morning, and table clean up on Sunday afternoon, but all help is welcome. Please call or text Michelle Hale at 801-419-8892 to volunteer. Instructions will be provided.

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Up Coming Events

April 26-27

·      96th Annual DCCW Convention - http://www.dccwutah.org/

·   The Diocese of Salt Lake City Council of Catholic Women cordially invites you to attend their annual convention “Called to an Encounter with Jesus” Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City. For more information visit www.dccwutah.org or contact Reinette Schultz 801-232-0088 reinettes2088@gmail.com