Special Appeal: Cross International Catholic Outreach's priority is to help "the poorest of the poor." Our ministry began in Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere and home to some of the most destitute people in our modern world. Efforts have since grown to reach those suffering extreme poverty in other Caribbean countries as well as countries throughout Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Cross International Catholic Outreach locates needy church-based ministries serving the poor and distributes material aid through their existing programs. In this way, we can supply meaningful help where it is needed most. In all our work we remain dedicated in our service to the Lord as good stewards of his resources in every challenge we seek to overcome.

Baptismal Preparation Class will be held on Thursday, September 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room. Please call the church office to register for this class.

Baby Banks! Pick up your baby bank after Mass next Sunday! The Baby Bank Campaign takes place during October, Respect Life Month, to raise awareness for Pro-Life apostolates such as the Gabriel Project and Project Rachel.

Special Collection: Next weekend we will be having a special collection for the thousands of people in Central Texas that lost everything because of the recent wildfires. These gifts will be distributed through Catholic Charities of Central Texas. Please be as generous as you can.

Seminar, End of Life Issues: While we don’t like to discuss it, all of us will pass from this life to eternal life. Understanding Church teaching and planning for our final days can be a service to us and to our loved ones. This workshop will explore many issues that can be of help to you. This free workshop will be held on October 8, 2011, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Providence Hospital, 6901 Medical Parkway. Call the church office to register.

Caritas Collection of nonperishable foods and supplies will be next weekend. Please be as generous as you can.