WEEKLY NOTES

Saint Olaf Council of Women

Shall Support, Empower, And Educate Women in

Spirituality, Leadership, And Service.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Hello Ladies

In the Gospel reading from Luke 17, Jesus heals ten lepers.

Of the ten healed, only one bothered to come back and give thanks to Jesus. To add insult to injury, the only one to return and give thanks was a Samaritan. Ouch! So, the percentage of those who were healed came back was exactly ten percent. Hmm…does that number sound familiar? Oh, it is a tithe. And the tithe was to be not from the “bottom of the barrel.” It was to be from the very best of the harvest. So, the very best was a Samaritan? Double ouch for the Jews! Coincidence? I don’t think so.

Wouldn’t it be interesting to do a poll to see what percentage of people today are genuinely grateful to God for their blessings. I mean grateful enough to return to give Him thanks like the leper in the Gospel today. Would you be surprised if that number was ten percent? Regardless of what the actual number is, let us make sure that we are ALWAYS part of the grateful tithe, one of the ones who ALWAYS returns to give thanks to God for His many blessings.

Father, we thank you for your graces and blessings and healings in our lives. Help us to ALWAYS be grateful to you through your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

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Pope Leo XIV

In recent days, the agreement to begin the peace process has brought a spark of hope to the Holy Land. I encourage the parties involved to continue courageously along the path that has been set out, toward a just, lasting, and respectful #Peace that honors the legitimate

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Council of Catholic Women Council Sunday
Fall Mini Retreat

October 26th

Council Sunday this year will be an opportunity to set aside time for reflection, prayer and personal growth.  We are hosting a mini retreat after each mass on Sunday, October 26th which will last about 45 minutes.  Please join us for this journey and renewed peace.  We will have coffee, tea and refreshments.  This event is for both adult men and women (no children under 16). 

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ROSARY

To honor Our Lady during the month of October all are invited to Pray the Rosary each Sunday in October at 11:00 AM in the Church. Lead by a different Parish Ministry each week.
October 5:   Knights of Columbus
October 12: Youth Group

October 19: Council of Catholic Women
October 26: Faith Formation

Pope Leo asked everyone to pray the Rosary daily for peace in the World

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BIBLE STUDY

Reclaiming Friendship: 6-Session Bible Study for women, Thursday’s, at 6:30 PM in the Chapel Meeting Room. (October 23rd; November 6th & 20th)

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All Saints and All Souls Day Mass Schedule

Saturday - November 1 at 9:00 AM: All Saints Day (not a Holy Day of Obligation)

Saturday - November 1 at 5:30 PM: All Souls Day Vigil

Sunday - November 2 at 9:00 AM: All Souls Day

Sunday - November 2 at 11:30 AM: All Souls Day

The Litany of Saints will be sung 15 minutes before each of the three All Souls Day Masses. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Saint for any of the weekend Masses.

Opening Procession at the start of the three All Souls Day Masses. Everyone is welcome to bring a picture of your beloved deceased family member (s) or friend (s). If possible, please bring the picture in a stand-up frame. During each Opening Procession you will bring forward the picture (s) of your beloved deceased and place the picture (s) on a table near the Altar next to the Book of the Dead for the duration of Mass. Please take your picture home after Mass.

Funeral Potatoes Cookoff and Potluck
Calling all types of funeral potatoes for a Cookoff Competition!

Sunday, November 2 after the11:30 AM Mass in the Father McNamara Center. If you do not enter the Funeral Potato Contest, please bring something else to share. Vote on your favorite funeral potato dish. Fun prizes for the top 3 winners!

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GODPARENTS NEEDED

OCIA IS SEEKING GODPARENTS and SPONSORS for the large number of OCIA Inquirers and Candidates journeying towards sacramental unity with the Church.

A Godparent serves the crucial role of assisting as a Catholic witness in faith, fellowship, and accompaniment. This call goes out to all practicing Catholics - confirmed and in good standing with the Church who attend Mass regularly and lead a life of faith that reflects the teachings of the Church. Godparents are responsible for providing guidance and support after baptism and throughout the catechumen's life. Please contact Kevin or Evan: stolafocia@gmail.com

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COFFEE & DONUTS

The St Olaf Council of Catholic 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.

HELP NEEDED   

The St Olaf Council of Catholic Women needs volunteers to set up tables Saturday night or Sunday morning and put away tables Sunday afternoon. This takes two people about 15-20 minutes to set up/take down six tables with chairs. Please call or text Michelle Hale at 385-260-8907 to volunteer. 

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Upcoming Events

October 19 - Council Sunday and Mini Retreat in the McNamara Center and Rosary at 11:00 am.

October 26 – Council Sunday Mini Retreat

November 4th - Monthly Council Meeting at 6:30 PM at the Rectory

November 7th – First Friday Adoration and Rosary

November 8th – DCCW (Wasatch Deanery)

December 2nd – Monthly Council Meeting @6:30 pm
December 5th – First Friday Adoration and Rosary

December 6th - Stocking Stuffer 10:00 AM in the McNamara Center

January 2 - First Friday Adoration and Rosary

February 7th - Annual Ladies Luncheon