Parish Office: 458-6114 Fax: 458-8179 E-mail: olvoffice@olvmt.org Web Page: www.olvmt.org

“O you of little faith, why did you doubt?”

— Matthew 14:31

Weekend Eucharist:

Wolf Creek: Every Saturday 3:00 pm (May through October)

OLV: Saturdays 6:00 pm

Sundays 8:00 am and 10:30 am

Weekday Eucharist:

OLV: Wednesdays 6:30 pm

Reconciliation:

OLV: Wednesdays (except third Wednesdays) 5:45 pm or by appointment

LOW GLUTEN HOSTS are available - please

contact the parish office at 458-6114 to inquire.

Sunday, August 13—August 20, 2017

OUR LADY of the VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH 1502 Shirley Rd — Helena, MT

Fr. Dan Shea, Pastor Randy Fraser, Deacon Steve Barry, Deacon

Our Lady of the Valley Parish

Sacred Heart Church

Parish Office Staff: Office Manager: Pam Banning Bookkeeper: Cathi Nelson

Youth Ministry: Cyndi Krings (PreK-5th) 449-9950 David Casey (Middle School) 443-4750 David Casey (High School) 443-4750

Music Ministry: Maggie Brennan

AFF (formerly RCIA): Tim Harris 443-5158 Sharon Richetti Dennis O’Reilly Rick Richetti Carleen Layne

Finance Council Members: Chris Jensen (Chair) Tim Harris Laurie Bowlds Kim Kradolfer Karolyne Redding Jim Hill

Pastoral Council Members: Pete (Chair) & Barb Oljar Pam Buzalsky Dan & Lucy Gengler Carol Frazer Jim & Kate McDonnell Mary Smith Teri Flemming Rhonda Malecha Mike & Val Bright Mary Kistler Rick & Sharon Richetti Jim McKeon Charlotte McMilin Tammy Stefanik .

Baptism Classes: January-April-July-October (Contact Parish Office)

Marriage Preparation: 6 months’ notice required (Contact Parish Office)

Please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to

update your phone records when disconnecting your

landline. Thank you!

HEARING DEVICES are available for anyone interested in using them.

They are located in the drawer beneath the holy water font.

READINGS August 27th

Isaiah 22:19—23 Romans 11:33—36 Matthew 16:13—20

SACRED HEART CHURCH 125 Walsh St — Wolf Creek, MT

Office Hours: 10 am-3 pm Mon-Fri

1st Reading: 1 Kings 19:9a, 11—13a

Elijah the prophet heard the LORD’s voice not in wind, not in an earthquake nor in fire, but in a tiny whisper. When he heard the

LORD, Elijah hid his face in his cloak, overcome with awe.

2nd Reading: Romans 9:1—5

Paul wrote that he would willingly accept being separated from the Christ for the sake of his fellow Israelites,

from whom came the Messiah.

Gospel: Matthew 14:22—23

Jesus walked on the water. He called to Peter in the boat with the other disciples. Peter stepped out on the water

until his faith faltered and he began to sink. Then Jesus stretched out his hand to save Peter.

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

AUGUST 13th READINGS

UPCOMING SCHEDULE August 12 — August 27, 2017

Saturday 12th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass

6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 13th 8:00 am Mass for the People

10:30 am Mass

O M G

I T’ S

O L V !

FOOD SHARE—Kids need us all year!

Flour

Thank you from the bottom of

my cart! Easy Mac cups pudding cups granola bars fruit cups

shelf stable milk Cheerios juice boxes nut butters

ALWAYS NEEDED for kid packs

-canned soups -canned tuna -peanut butter -flour

-canned meals like —Spaghettios —chili —lasagna

The “Wish List” food items

Journey 2017

Looking to deepen your spirituality?

Ss. Cyril & Methodius — East Helena September 14-17 Women’s weekend Contact Carol—431-5733 September 21-24 Men’s weekend Contact Tony—431-6602

Give yourself a 3-day gift. This new Catholic Journey is for everyone! Catholics (active and fallen away) who are seeking a

deeper understanding of and commitment to their role as laity in the church AND for anyone who is interested in learning about the

Catholic faith — Christians, non-Christians, and those with no faith.

Weekends begin at 7 PM Thursday evenings and end around 4:30 PM Sunday afternoons.

All are welcome!

WELCOME TO OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH Our warmest welcome to all who celebrate with us. If you are not registered, have a change of address, or have other needs, please fill out this form and place in the collection basket or mail to the parish office.* Date: ___________________ Name_____________________________________________ ______New parishioner/Registration form requested Address___________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new address

__________________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new phone number

Phone_____________________________________________ E-Mail Address__________________________________

*Please contact the parish office to inquire about monthly giving through automatic banking (458-6114).

Parish Picnic

Sunday September 10th

SAVE THE DATE!

Vacation Bible School!

Join us! Register your

kids today or sign up to

volunteer as a leader or

helper!

www.vbspro.events/p/olv2017.com

$35/child $70/family

Questions? Want to volunteer? Call or text Cyndi Krings — 406-459-4139

Imagine a world where curious kids become

hands-on inventors who

discover they’re lovingly crafted

by God.

9-noon Tuesday August 22 through Friday August 25

Volunteers needed

and appreciated!

TO PARENTS OF OUR CHILDREN

RELAX! God put the wiggle in children, don’t feel you

have to suppress it in God’s House. All Are Welcome here

at Our Lady of the Valley! Sit toward the front where it is

easier to see and hear. Quietly explain the parts of the

Mass. Sing the hymns and songs, pray, and voice the

responses together. Children learn liturgical behavior by

copying YOU! If you have to leave Mass with your child,

please feel free to do so but please come back. As Jesus

said, “Let the children come to Me.” Remember that the

way we welcome children in Church directly affects the

way they respond to the Church, to God, to Christ, and to

one another. Let them know that they are at home in this

house of worship. To the members of our parish, a smile

of encouragement is always welcome to parents with

small, active children. The presence of children is a GIFT

to the Church. They give us a future full of hope.

MINISTRY SCHEDULE

August 12-13, 2017 6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Jeff Morris Eucharistic Ministers: Cathy and Dan Haag, Les Harris, Mike Latka, Mary LeMieux Greeters: Rudy and Terri Schubring Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Rich Wirak, Ed Beall Eucharistic Ministers: Jim and Sheila Hill, Dick and Linda Juvik, Mary Lutgen Greeters: Jim Maus Altar Servers: Charlie Snellman and Sam Klatt

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Michelle Vanisko, Keith Kelly Eucharistic Ministers: Mike Newhouse, Buddy and Mary Olson, Donna and Rick Rogne Greeters: Betty Walker Altar Servers: Layna Newhouse and Joelle Tooke

August 19-20, 2017 6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Helen Christensen Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy Fraser, Kelly Parsley, Peggy Pillman, Karolyne Redding, Tammy Novotny Greeters: Rachel Bakken Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Dennis O’Reilly, Tom Honzel Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy Fraser, Dan Gengler, Dave and Teresa Sturm, Terri Temple Greeters: Joellen and Ken Moon Altar Servers: Anna Reis-Roncalli

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Bob Vanisko, Chris McGonigle Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy and Mary Fraser, Jim Sebestyen, Denise Smigaj, Shirley Timmerman Greeters: Liza Guevin Altar Servers: Julia Krings and Layla Ackerman

August 26-27, 2017 6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Jeff Morris Eucharistic Ministers: Dominick and Ellen Speranza, Paula Block, Chris Christensen, Angie Treib Greeters: Dave and Mary Beth Garding Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Bill Allen, Trish Bartz Eucharistic Ministers: Larry Thomas, Paul Tschida, Alton and Kathie Williams, John Williams Greeters: Amanda Penley, Tyler Penley Altar Servers: Logan and Jessica Marsh

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Judy Hazen, Aurora Sebestyen Eucharistic Ministers: Pat Zincke, Mary Anderson, Jeannine Burns, Joanne Canney, Cassie Jimenez Greeters: Pat Zincke Altar Servers: James Irby and Evelyn Dachs

Coffee Ministry: Volunteers Welcome after Sunday Masses

Bread Bakers: 19, 20—Deb Jones Aug 26, 27 & Sep 2, 3—Miley Solich

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP July 30, 2017 $ 8,999

August 6, 2017 $ 7,727

Cumulative Annual Offering (beginning July 1 to date)

July 31, 2016 $ 30,115 July 30, 2017 $ 30,909

August 7, 2016 $ 37,399 August 6, 2017 $ 38,610

(Above totals include automatic banking participation.)

Thank you for your generosity!

Then Jesus stretched out his hand to save Peter.

Faith, Hope and Love . . . Are these present in your marriage?

Have you given up hope that they can be?

In 1 Corinthians 13:13 Jesus tells us the greatest of these is Love. Living in a marriage that is missing love can be difficult. If you have given up hope that your marriage can and will get better, ask your spouse to consider attending a Retrouvaille program. Retrouvaille

is an international Christian-based ministry that offers a three-stage program to help couples improve their marriages.

First, a weekend program is attended, followed by post-weekend meetings. Finally, an on-going monthly small group of couples

gather for support and growth. If improving your marriage is important to you, reach out today. For more information about an

upcoming Retrouvaille Weekend program for couples, contact registration team at 1-800-470-2230 or visit our website: www.retrouvailleMT.org or www.HelpOurMarriage.com

Friday, September 29 through

Sunday, October 1, 2017

Best Western Plus — Flathead Lake Inn & Suites Kalispell, MT

If you are in

the hospital and would like

to receive Communion or have visitors

from Our Lady of the Valley, please be sure

to list OLV on your

admission form.

Catholic Social Services of Montana

is seeking a full-time social worker with a

social work degree and at least two years

experience working in the adoption field.

Salary begins at $34,000. The position closes

August 21, 2017.

If you are interested, apply at

http://diocesehelena.org/offices-and-ministries/human-resource-services/employment-opportunities/

http://www.HelpOurMarriage.com