The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel.

~Psalm 80

Bring the Gospel Home

Weekend of Oct. 4/5

This weekend's Gospel reading poses some challenging stewardship questions. When Christ returns, will we be found working diligently in the Lord's "vineyard;" converting our own hearts into a rich harvest of love and compassion? Calling those out�side our vineyard to enter into the joy of the Lord? Or will we just be living, taking advantage of what the Lord has given us, but not doing our part in return? 

Jesus' parable suggests that if we aren't good stewards of the gifts we've been given then the gifts will be taken away, and we will be called to give an account for our failures. We have all we need for a bountiful harvest. What will our Lord find when He returns?

Source: International Catholic Stewardship Council October 2014 Catholic Stewardship e-Bulletin

Blessing of the Animals 

St. Anne Catholic Church will hold a Blessing of the Animals on Friday, October 3, from 8 to 8:30 a.m., in front of the church and near the flagpole in the parish parking lot.

The general public is invited to bring their pets, except snakes, as St. Anne Catholic Church Pastor Rev. Jeremiah McCarthy and Parochial Vicar Rev. Jacob Almeter will offer a special blessing for each animal and the family that brings the pet.

The tradition of blessing animals is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi's love for all creatures and is customarily celebrated on St. Francis' Feast Day, October 4.

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GRACE Scholars

GRACE (Georgia Residents Assisting Children's Education) Scholars, Inc. offers families the opportunity to access a faith-based, academically-strong, and community-based Catholic school in the State of Georgia. Individual and corporate donations to GRACE Scholars qualify for a tax credit from the State of Georgia. 2015 early bird pre-registration for donors is here. Be among the first to register for your 2015 tax credit, and help GRACE children with a Catholic education! 

Fall Carnival 

Kids of all ages will have fun at the St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School Fall Carnival! The event will be held Friday, October 17, from 4 to 7 p.m., in the parking lot near Visitation Hall. There will be inflatables, carnival games, and a costume contest. Shop 'til you drop on Witchy Wares Lane, and enjoy plenty of tasty treats! 

Pre-sale wristbands are $10 each and may be purchased in the school office. For more information, call St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School at 706-561-8232.