With Helene's assault on internet service, our newsletter this month is delayed...
In this newsletter:
- Hurricane Helene Updates and Photos
- Honey This Sunday!
- Requim Mass for Helene Victims
- Congratulations to the Newlyweds & Newly Betrothed!
- Sunday School / CCD & OCIA
- Save the Date: All Saints & All Souls Day
- Congratulations to the newly baptized
- Scheduling Mass Intentions: October/Nov are Open!
- Attendance & Offering Update
- Possible 8:30 am Mass Time Update
1. Hurricane Helene
We are grateful that despite the flooding and wash out of Blue Ridge Road, our parish did not suffer physcial damage. Several of our parishoners experienced trees falling on their homes or flooding, but all are safe. Many thanks to our sister parish, Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Charleston, for bringing a relief trailer in the days following the storm.
See Fr. Johnson's interview below (at about 4:30)
Relief Supplies Available at the Church:
Monday, Thursday and Saturday 10 am to 1 pm
Thank you for your prayers and support. We will send any updates or needs that emerge via Flocknote (sign up here) and our Facebook Page.
2. Honey this Sunday!
Helene has given us vinegar. Now its time for some honey. The owners of St. Michael's Farms in Ft Collins, Colorado wanted to find a way to help those affected by Helene and help bring a smile to their face. They shipped us 3 boxes of delicious Rocky Mountain honey. We will be handing it out after Mass this Sunday. They make great gifts for neighbors who might appreciate a sweet, healthy treat in the midst of the recovery, so grab a few for neighbors too!
3. This Wed: Requiem Mass for Helene Victims
As Catholics, one of the greatest acts of love is to unite ourselves with the offering our Lord to his heavenly Father in the Sacrifice of the Mass. This is especially so with those who have died. Please join us for this Votive Requiem at our reguarly scheduled Wednesday 12:10 pm Mass on October 16.
4. Congratulations to the Newlyweds...
Congratulations to Paul & Elizabeth Richards, who were joined in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony on the Feast of the Holy Cross on September 14, 2024. On the altar, it was a privledge to welcome Deacon Kramer & Father Ascik. This was the first Solemn High Nuptial Mass that has been offered at St. Edmund's. Click below for some of the pictures taken by friends. Professional photos will be shared when available.
... and our newly betrothed
5. Congratulations to the New Baptized!
During the 11am Mass on September 22, Nora and Natalie Camps received the Sacrament of Holy Baptism!
Click on the picture above for a picture video
6. Sunday School / CCD & OCIA
On September 8, St. Edmund's began its first ever offering of catechesis for all ages. Classes include a Musikgarten for 2 and under, Cathechesis of the Good Shepherd Level I for ages 3-6, a scripture and virtue based class for ages 7-12 and an apologetics class for teens. All meet on Sundays at 9:30 am.
OCIA / Adult Catechism also launched, and meets on Wednesday nights at 6pm. Over 40 children and adults are participating in these classes. If you are interested in joining any of these classes, please let us know.
7. All Saints & All Souls
Save the Date for Friday, Nov 1 for All Saints (a Holy Day of Obligation) and All Souls. Mass times TBA.
8. Scheduling Mass Intentions: October Open!
Have the Most Powerful Prayer of the Church Offered for Your Intention - fill out an envelope after Mass or visit website.
Mass & Confessions Schedule
Sunday: 11am (Confessions 10:15am)
Wednesday: 12:10 pm (Confessions 11:30am)
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For pastoral needs please contact Fr. Joshua D. Johnson, Parish Priest
Call or Text: 828-393-5775 + wncord@gmail.com