St. Maria Goretti News

The Sisters of St. Benedict St. Mary Monastery, Rock Island, Illinois are happy to announce the election of Sister Sandra Brunenn as Prioress.

Installation Ceremony Sunday, June 17, 2012.

We will celebrate Sister’s Jubilee, her new position and say farewell on Sunday, June 24.

More details coming soon. ;.. .

Letter from Bishop Daniel R. Jenky, CSC

Link to the Catholic Post and letter

New Missal Information and Changes

Ministry of Mothers Sharing “MOMS”-
Monday mornings, 9:30 - 11:30
Eight weeks, beginning, February 27, 2012
“It’s means so much to be able to talk to other mothers who understand. Bring the companionship of other women into your busy life as a mother! Enjoy this opportunity to develop your self-esteem and enhance your relationship skills in the company of other mothers. Take a few hours each week to develop a greater awareness of your own spirituality as a mother, and to appreciate
the ministry of your motherhood. Questions or to sign up call Nancy in SMG Parish Office 799-3414.

World Relief Good Neighbor Kits-
A friend in need...might just be a refugee neighbor! As the number of refugee rise at World Relief Moline,it had been a challenge to keep enough donations stocked to provide basic living supplies for incoming families. These kits include thing such as kitchen utensils. For the next two week we will be collecting basic items for new immigrants. A laundry basket will be in the foyer for your donations. Monetary donations are welcomed also but please place it in an envelope that is labeled World Relief & put it in the collection basket. Items needed: (these can be new or slightly used) Cutting board, kitchen towels & dishcloths/
sponges, paper towels, kitchen cleaner, laundry detergent, broom & dustpan, mop, bucket, dish soap, kitchen trash can & bags, wall calendar, toothbrushes & tooth paste, pillows & pillowcases, alarm clock, shower curtain & hooks, shampoo, bars of soap, razor blades & shaving cream, toilet paper, box of tissues, hand lotion, deodorant, mixing/serving bowls, saucepan, frying pan, set of cooking utensils (spoon, spatula, ladle) See kiosk for additional items.