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The Southern Cross, Page 10
Mass of Anointing
Saint James Church, Savannah, will celebrate its 11th annual Mass of
Anointing on October 14 at 11:00 a.m. Six priests from the Savannah deanery
will concelebrate the Mass and anoint those who are ill. A reception with light
refreshments will follow. Saint James Church is located at Montgomery Cross
Road and Whitfield Avenue on Savannah’s Southside.
Saint Benedict the Moor Fall Festival
The Fall Festival at Saint Benedict the Moor Church is set for Saturday,
October 21, from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.in the rectory / school yard at 556
East Gordon Street, Savannah. There will be rides for the children, food
booths, a country store, bake sale, games and lots of fun. All are welcome.
Father Mitchell Pacwa, S.J. to Speak
The Alleluia Catholic Fellowship, Augusta, will sponsor a day-long reflec
tion on Saint Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, “Praising God and Community
Life,” by Father Mitchell Pacwa, S.J., on October 21 at Saint Joseph Church
on Lumpkin Road. The day will begin with 8:00 Mass followed by a continen
tal breakfast. The day will conclude at approximately 3:00. Child care for chil
dren under five will be provided by the Alleluia Catholic Fellowship.
Pre-register for the baby-sitting service by calling 706-796-2203.
“Undoing Racism”
“Undoing Racism”, a workshop sponsored by the Diocese of Savannah, the
Office of African American Ministry and Catholic Social Services, and con
ducted by “The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond,” will be offered
November 3-5 at Sacred Heart Parish in Warner Robins.
For more information, see your pastor
or call Sister Jackie Griffith
at Catholic Social Services (912-238-2320).
Cathedral Golf Classic
The Cathedral Classic golf tournament, to benefit the Social Apostolate,
will be held at 9:00 a.m., at The Landings Club on November 6. It will be a
four-person scramble, open to men, women and mixed teams. The cost per
player is $85, including golf, range balls, lunch and prizes. Hole sponsors are
May they rest in peace:
Please pray for the faithful who have died recently:
f Sarah Jones, Nashville, September 20, 2000.
t Charles H. Keane, Valdosta, October 1, 2000.
f Robert Paul Collini, Sr., Savannah, October 2, 2000.
t James O. “Jimmy” Norris, Savannah, October 3, 2000.
f John A. “Doc” Jones, St. Simons Island, October 4, 2000.
t Marie Genevieve Stock Goetz, Savannah, October 5, 2000.
t Gayle W. Shearer, Savannah, October 5, 2000.
f Catherine Simmons, Mount Pleasant, SC, October 5, 2000.
f Alfredo Blanquera, Lakeland, October 7, 2000.
t William C. “Bill” Kennedy, Savannah, October 8, 2000.
f Linda A. Mongin, Savannah, October 9, 2000.
Please pray for the following priests on the anniversaries of their deaths:
t Rev. James A. Kelly, October 16, 1876.
f Rev. Msgr. Joseph F. Croke, October 19, 1951.
t Rt. Rev. Msgr. Louis F. X. Baxin, October 21, 1916.
Thursday, October 12, 2000
needed at a cost of $25, individual and $100, corporate. Checks should be
made payable to the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist and addressed to: The
Cathedral Classic, 222 East Harris St. Savannah, GA 31401.
For more information, call Mary Clark Rechtiene at 912-598-1895.
Savannah 2000 retreat
The challenging message of Pope John Paul II, calling all young people to
bear witness to the faith, is being spread through a special retreat sponsored by
the Diocese of Savannah Vocation Office, called Savannah 2000. This
Eucharistic retreat is a response to this call to prepare young people to live and
proclaim the Gospel of Christ, the Way, the Truth and the Life. On November
17-19, all young people, ages 13-30, are invited to attend the Savannah 2000
Retreat in Augusta at Saint Teresa of Avila Church. The retreat Friday night is
from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; and
Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The fee is $20, which includes lunch and
dinner on Saturday. Financial assistance is available to those in need.
For more information about the Savannah 2000 Retreat, please call
Aaron Killips at 912-743-1454.
CNS Movie classifications
he following are classifications of movies recently reviewed by the U.S.
Catholic Conference Office for Film and Broadcasting.
Bait (Castle Rock)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-IV—adults, with
reservations. Motion Picture Association of America rating, R—restricted.
Bamboozled (New Line)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-IV—adults,
with reservations. Motion Picture Association of America rating, R—restricted.
Beautiful (Destination)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-III—adults.
Motion Picture Association of America rating, PG-13—-parents are strongly cau
tioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
Best in Show (Warner Bros.)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-IV—
adults, with reservations. Motion Picture Association of America rating, PG-13—
parents are strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children
under 13.
Bring It On (Universal)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-II—adults
and adolescents. Motion Picture Association of America rating, PG-13—parents
are strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
Digimon: The Movie (Fox)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-II—
adults and adolescents. Motion Picture Association of America rating, PG—
parental guidance suggested.
Dr. T & the Women (Artisan)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-IV—
adults, with reservations. Motion Picture Association of America rating, R—
restricted.
Highlander: Endgame (Dimension)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-
III—adults. Motion Picture Association of America rating, R—restricted.
Meet the Parents (Universal)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-III—
adults. Motion Picture Association of America rating, PG-13—parents are strong
ly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
Nurse Betty (USA)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification, A-IV—adults, with
reservations. Motion Picture Association of America rating, R—restricted.
Remember the Titans (Buena Vista)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification,
A-II—adults and adolescents. Motion Picture Association of America rating,
PG—parental guidance suggested.
Urban Legends: Final Cut (Columbia)—U.S. Catholic Conference classification,
A-IV—adults, with reservations. Motion Picture Association of America rating,
R—restricted.
Concerned about the movies your kids are seeing?
Call 1-800-311-4222 for the Catholic Film Office rating.
CLASSIFIED ADS
Classified ads are available for $2.00 per line.
Contact The Southern Cross, Catholic Pastoral
Center, 601 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA
31401 -5196; 912-238-2320; FAX 912-238-2339.
Religious education director: Full-time posi
tion is available at Saint Brigid Catholic Church,
Alpharetta, Georgia (www.saintbrigid.org).
Degreed applicant must be a practicing Catholic.
The Religious Education Director will administer
(design, develop, direct and evaluate) the total
parish catechetical program and provide leadership
to assist the parish community in building a solid
foundation for Christian living. Salary commensu
rate with credentials and experience. Benefits
package included. Please send cover letter and
resume to Father Joe Corbett, Saint Brigid
Catholic Church, 3400 Old Alabama, Alpharetta,
GA 30022, or fax to 678-393-0071, or e-mail to
fr.ioe@saintbrigid.org.
Assistant Principal: Blessed Sacrament School,
Savannah, is seeking a qualified person as full
time Assistant Principal. Minimum requirement is
a current T-5 certificate or equivalent in school
administration. Blessed Sacrament has an enroll
ment of 430 students with 28 faculty and staff
serving one class of Pre-K and two classes each of
K-8. Please submit resume to Blessed Sacrament
School, 1003 E. Victory Drive, Savannah, GA
31401. For more information please call 912-356-
6987.
Principal: Pacelli High School, Columbus, a
parish sponsored school of 197 students, grades 9
through 12, is seeking a dynamic educational
leader for the 2001-2002 school year. Quali
fications: practicing Catholic, desired administra
tive experience, master’s degree and appropriate
certification. Pacelli High School is affiliated with
Saint Anne parish elementary school in a collabo
rative model of shared resources. Experience in
the area of development and with advisory boards
helpful. Salary commensurate with experience and
credentials. Request application from: Catholic
Diocese of Savannah; 601 E. Liberty Street;
Savannah, Georgia, 31401-5196.
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