adult faith formationAdult Faith Formation - It’s not just for kids!

At St. Lawrence, we believe that our faith is a journey. It is a living, growing part of our lives. Each member of our parish ought to have opportunities to develop, enrich, and sustain a rich and vibrant Catholic Faith.

Like all living things, a living faith needs nourishment. It is maintained by:

  • Frequent reading of the Word of God
  • Involvement in the community life and mission of the Church
    personal prayer
  • Participation in the works of mercy and justice
    service to the poor
  • The fulfillment of our human obligations in family and society.

sandra hartliebFaith in Action Notes

“But that’s not fair!” Do you find yourself thinking that sentiment as you read the Gospel? Our human understanding of justice would have the landowner giving much less to the workers who labored for only one hour… or perhaps more to those who worked all day. Our human feelings are hurt when we think we don’t get as much as we deserve. We might resent the lavish generosity of God toward those who slip in at the last moment. In the passage from Isaiah, God proclaims, “My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways.” The landowner in Jesus’ parable is an image of God. We must come to understand that God invites all people to share in His kingdom – and that God is very patient in waiting for each person to accept the invitation. More souls in heaven! That is the point! Some accept God’s call early on in life and spend a lifetime “working in the vineyard.” There are others who only accept Christ at the very end of their lives. We ought to rejoice in their salvation! Who can you invite into the Vineyard? RCIA and other faith formation classes are just getting started. If you know of someone who is curious about the faith, invite them to check out Saint Lawrence!

Something to Ponder

Meditate on these words from Isaiah: “Seek the Lord while He may be found, call Him while He is near.” The amazing thing is that God is always near! God wants to be found. Sometimes, even as faithful Catholics, we become lukewarm in our faith. Remember, our God is not high up on a cloud, far away from us. Jesus came to earth to be one of us. God wants a relationship with us. God wants to be our confidant, our guide, our support system. As you meditate, have a conversation with Jesus. Just tell Him about your day, your joys, and your sufferings. He’s a great listener!

Sandra Hartlieb, parishioner, author/speaker
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 317-372-5925


WHAT DO CATHOLICS BELIEVE?

Do you know someone who is interested in learning more about the Catholic Church? RCIA is a beautiful, spiritual process where adults are invited to learn about our faith. Adults have the opportunity to learn what the Church believes and teaches, reflect on scripture, and deepen their prayer life as they discern if the Catholic way of life is right for them. You might be interested in attending even if you are already Catholic. It’s a great opportunity to increase your knowledge about our Church’s history and beliefs.


FORMED

Saint Lawrence parishioners have FREE access to FORMED.org – The Catholic Faith on Demand website. You can find family movies, audios, books, and a variety of videos on topics of our faith.

There are 3 easy steps to Sign Up on FORMED:

Visit http://signup.formed.org/- just copy this address into your browser and it will take you directly to the sign-up page

Enter our parish zip code - when you're on the sign-up page, you will see a box that asks for your info - type in 46226 and it will go immediately to our church - click on the box with our church name

Enter your name and email - once you do this - you should be taken right to the FORMED page! You can scroll down to see programs, or go to the search box for particular topics.
Good luck!! - hope you find this a great resource for you and your family!

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For the Most Current Info, Digital Copies of our Weekly Bulletin, and Copies of Fr. Vinny’s Sunday Homilies

• Click here to listen and view all homilies on our website!
• get myParish app for your phone to receive our messages (more info on the next page)
• on FACEBOOK visit Iglesia Católica San Lorenzo
• send your email to mhandley@saintlawrence.net if you have not been receiving our weekly emails.

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FORMED – Catholic movies, programs, audio, books www.formed.org Sign up for an account. Choose “I belong to a parish” and select Saint Lawrence.

The following resources are generously being provided by the publishers for free during the Coronavirus outbreak.

Holy Heroes Mass prep activities for kids https://www.holyheroes.com/MassPrep-s/57.htm 

Magnificat Online, apps, and MagnifiKids in May https://us.magnificat.net/free 

Give us This Day https://giveusthisday.org/Digital 

Living with Christ http://www.livingwithchrist.us/#covid 

Liturgy Training Publications https://www.ltp.org/resources-during-crisis 

Find more digital resources on the US Conference of Catholic Bishops’ website at http://www.usccb.org/about/communications/prayer-resources-for-the-coronavirus-crisis.cfm

LISTEN TO THE HOMILIES SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

English 10am Mass - Fr. Didier

Spanish Noon Mass - Fr. Vinny

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75th ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE - NOW FORMING!

The first Mass was celebrated here at Saint Lawrence on December 8, 1949. Next year we will celebrate our 75th Anniversary. If you are interested in being part of the planning committee for our year-long celebration, please contact Kim at the Parish Office 317-546-4065 ext 332 or kczachura@saintlawrence.net

WE'RE HIRING!

Elementary Grade Teacher
Saint Lawrence School is looking for an elementary grade teacher for this school year. If you know of anyone who would be interested in teaching either 4th grade or Science and Social Studies to our 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students, please have them contact Principal Andy Maxson at: amaxson@saintlawrence.net or 317-543-4923.

cultural delights 2023Cultural Delights Day Saturday, September 30, 2023

11:00am-4:00pm (doors open at 10:00am)

Admission is Free (donations gratefully accepted)

Sign up to donate food, water, soft drinks, wine, beer, or to help with the event. Online at tinyurl.com/culturaldelightsvolunteer
or call the Parish Office 317-546-4065.

Monetary donations can be dropped off at the parish office or in the collection basket. Envelopes available in the narthex.
Questions? Contact Nneka Jemie
team@adanicare.org 317-658-9754

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SAFE PARISH TRAINING

All parishioners volunteering at Saint Lawrence are asked to complete Safe Parish training which includes completing a background check and taking an online course. The course takes about 45-60 minutes to complete and must be done on either a computer or a laptop. The course can be found at www.Archindysafeparish.org  Passcode/ Organization Code is Archindy2021

Eucharistic Congress 2024

SAINT LAWRENCE SCHOOL TRUNK OR TREAT: Friday, October 27, 2023 Help needed!

Saint Lawrence School does not have the volunteers to host this event for 2023. If you can help by organizing and being in charge of this event, please contact Megan Smith at mmoloney4@yahoo.com

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SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, April 13, 2024

Fr. Beechem’s Blastoff Bingo!!! Join us!!!
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LOST AND FOUND

There is a tote in the church narthex full of “Lost and Found” items. If you are missing an item of clothing or a backpack, etc., please see if it is in the tote. All items are eventually given to Saint Vincent de Paul Society.

PARISH LIBRARY

Looking for some way to enrich your Lenten experience? There are several Lenten-themed books set aside on the table in the Parish Library available for checkout.  Some are informational, some inspirational, some prayerful;  all are thought provoking. The library is open between Masses on Sundays.  Please stop in and make a selection.  You will be glad you did!

POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTION FOR SEPTEMBER

For people living on the margins. We pray for those persons living on the margins of society, in inhumane life conditions; may they not be overlooked by institutions and never considered of lesser importance.

SEPTEMBER IS THE MONTH OF THE SEVEN SORROWS (DOLOURS) OF MARY (Feast Day September 15)

September is traditionally dedicated to the Seven Sorrows (or Dolours) of Mary, and the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows falls in September. The Sorrows are: the prophecy of Simeon, the flight into Egypt, the loss of the Holy Child at Jerusalem for three days, meeting Jesus on his way to Calvary, standing at the foot of the Cross, Jesus being taken from the Cross, and the burial of Christ. Read more about Our Lady of Sorrows in our article here.

SCHEDULE YOUR MASS INTENTIONS

Weekend Masses are booked through the end of the year. Daily Masses are available as early as next week. Call Kim at the parish office 317-546-4065 ext 332 to schedule a Mass intention in memory of a loved one or for the special intention of a loved one. The stipend is $10.

 

HOSPITAL VISITATION FROM OUR PRIEST

 

Please remember that because of HIPPA rules, hospitals will not call Saint Lawrence and tell us when you are in the hospital. Even if you give the hospital the name of our church, they will not pass on your hospital admission to us. When you are admitted to the hospital, please have a family member call Saint Lawrence (317-546-4065) and let us know of your illness. If you need a priest in an emergency, please use our emergency phone (317-987-7818).

LOW-GLUTEN HOSTS ARE AVAILABLE

(0.01% gluten content) Please alert the presiding priest before Mass and stand in this priest’s Communion line to receive the host.

 

AROUND TOWN

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