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<©ur Habp of tfje (gulf Catljoltt Cfjurcf) 228 South Beach Boulevard / P. O. Box 208 Bay St. Louis, MS 39520-0208 228-467-6509 E-Mail: olgchurc@bellsouth.net Internet: www.olgchurch.net Reverend Michael Tracey, Pastor E-Mail: mtraceyl@bellsouth.net Internet: www.mtracey.net May 8, 2005 Our Lady of the Gulf is a Catholic Community within the Diocese of Biloxi, with a tradition of faith and endurance since its founding in 1847. Inspired by this heritage, we accept God’s call to us in our time to grow as a community offaith, love and compassion, modeled on the ministry of Jesus Christ. MINISTRIES: PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Mrs. Kathleen LeBlanc.......... 467-6509 e-mail: kmlebIanc@bellsouth.net DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Mr. Edward Grotkowski........ 255-6964 BAY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY: Mr. Randy Verret............ 467-5158 e-mail: principal@baycatholic.org OUR LADY ACADEMY: Sr. Jacqueline Howard, Principal...... 467-7048 e-mail: j howard@ou rladyacademy.com ST. STANISLAUS COLLEGE: Bro. Ronald Talbot, SC, President Bro. Ronald Hingle, SC, Principal 467-9057 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Elementary: Mr. Chris Austin Miss Patricia Lafontaine MASS SCHEDULE & PARALITURG1CAL SERVICES Vigil Sat, 5:30 p.m. Sun., 8:00 & 10:30 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Holy Days: Vigil, 5:30 p.m., 7 & 9 a.m., & 5:30 p.m. Weekdays: 7:00 a.m. Saturdays: 7:30 a.m. PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL - _________(117 Union Street) __________ Divisional Coordinators: Mrs. Bobbie Maggio 467-7109 12 Mid - 6 a.m. Mr. Chris Austin 469-9325 6 a.m. - 12 p.m. Mrs. Corinne Bontemps 467-6364 12 -6 p.m. Mr. James San Fillippo 467-6083 6 p.m. - 12 am SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. before the Vigil Mass and other times by appointment. Communal Penance celebrations held during Advent and Lent CONTINUING THE CHURCH Please remember Our Lady of the Gulf Parish and its schools in your will. ST. MARY’S CEMETERY A sacred enclosure to receive those who have lived within the faith. For information, call Ames Kergosien at 467-5402. BAPTISMS Pre-Baptismal instruction for parents and godparents is held the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in OLA’s Mercy Hall. The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated the third Sunday of each month after the 10:30 a.m. SACRAMENT OFTHF. ANOINTING OFTHE SICK Those who are seriously ill should be given the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick as soon as possible. Commmunal celebrations are held during Advent and Lent. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Arrangements for weddings must be made at least six months ahead of time. A pre-marriage preparation program and individual counseling with the parish priest are required for all. HOUSE CALLS Please notify the rectory of the names of any who desire to receive Holy Communion, the Sacrament of the Sick or the Sacrament of Reconciliation at home. . CHURCH SUPPORT Parishioners are encouraged to base their giving on the principles of stewardship and sacrifice. Please use your envelopes. PARISH WALKOFMEMORIES Located on the side of the church, this beautiful memorial keeps loved ones and special events in our parish life forever in our thoughts. For information about how to add your loved ones or special events to this historical landmark,
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