ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
202 East Washington Street Greencastle, Indiana 46135

PARISH REGISTRATION:           Please stop at the Parish Office to fill out a registration card and receive parish information.  Cards are also available in the Church literature rack in the Narthex.  A member of our Welcoming committee will contact new members to help you feel at home here at St. Paul’s.

PLEASE NOTIFY THE OFFICE OF YOUR ADDRESS CHANGES
Deadline for Bulletin material - 12 noon Wednesday

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FROM FATHER STEVE:

            I was prepared for our major winter storm this past week.  I stocked up on extra bread and milk, my medicine cabinet was full, and I had plenty of cookies.  Yes, cookies!  The cookie angel has evidently convinced all of those wonderful folks who have prepared meals for me that a meal would not be complete without a handful of cookies.  Those handfuls have grown to…well, I could rival Keebler right now.  I must admit, munching on cookies and milk was a nice pastime as I watched the snow fall.

            When my doctors released me from th hospital, they encouraged me to remain active at home and to carry on my daily routines in as normal a way as possible.  So, when a friend of mine invited to take me out to lunch last week, I was anxious to go.  I evidently overexerted myself and paid the price that night.  I was frustrated by this “set-back.”  But someone suggested that this “set-back” was in reality a way to continue the healing process in an even stronger way.

            The words “patient” and “patience” must de derived from the same root word.  Being a patient for over two weeks in a hospital and now during my two-month recuperation has taught me a lot about patience.  Everything takes more time—bathing, dressing, eating.  We all need more patience, of course, especially patients!  Patience is one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit.  It’s there for the asking.

            I regret that I won’t be able to be with you on Ash Wednesday.  Please know that I join you in faith, prayer, and love.

Father Steve

Cards can still be sent to:

Fr. Stephen Jarrell

 202 E. Washington St.

Greencastle,, IN 46135

*** There is a basket in the narthex for your cards which will now be delivered daily.

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During the winter months the Mommies Group of St. Paul Church will meet the second Thursday of every month at 10:00 a.m. in the Narthex.  Please feel free to bring your lunch.  All care providers are welcome, not just moms.

Parent-Student CONFIRMATION MEETING

                Sunday, February 18^th at 9:15 a.m. in the church there will be a meeting for parents and students in grades 8 & 9 for the Sacrament of Confirmation.

LENTEN SOUP

                Sign ups are in the Narthex.  We will need 4 families each Friday evening during Lent to help prepare and serve the soup meals.

                Please consider helping for one of the Fridays during Lent.  Any questions please contact Paulette.

February 21, 7:00 pm

CATHOLIC ADULT FELLOWSHIP

                Every Tuesday night from 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Pat’s rectory living room CAF meets.  CAF is open to members of ALL parishes and ALL adults, married and single.  Newcomers are always welcome.  More info call 812.533.3219.

Grief Support Group  -  An eight week grief support for anyone mourning the loss of one they love will begin Monday, January 29^th at 6:30 p.m. at the Terre Haute Deanery Pastoral Center.  For more information contact 812.877.6296.

HELP WANTED:  At this time we are in need of someone to clean the sidewalks all around the church property.  The walks must be cleaned before 8:30 a.m. on weekends as well as weekdays. This is a paid position.  Please call Betty at the office for more information.