Important Notice -- Please Read

Thank you to everyone who attended our Mass this last Sunday. We continue to monitor the Larimer County dashboard and implement precautions when in the 'YELLOW or RED STATUS' hoping to eliminate all possibility of transmitting the Covid virus.

We have received word that a member in our community who attended church on Sunday tested positive today though they are fully vaccinated and boosted. The individual is contacting everyone directly if there was close contact.

As a precautionary measure, we are advising everyone of the potential exposure. Here is a link to information on guidelines of when to test or seek medical help.

If you have any questions, please contact your physician directly.

The Leadership Council and 301 Faith Partners will continue to closely monitor the dashboard and implement precautions. For more information on Larimer County Covid dashboard, click here.

Reflection from Our Co-Pastors

July 5, 2022

Today is the feast day of Saint Elizabeth of Portugal (1271-1336). Elizabeth was the Queen of Portugal during her husband Denis’ reign as King. As Queen, Elizabeth was greatly devoted to the poor and sick. The King, both abusive and unfaithful to their marriage, forbade Elizabeth to care for the poor. He threatened to lock her in the castle.

Elizabeth was known to disguise herself and still go out to minister to those in need. After the death of her husband, Elizabeth retired to the monastery of the Poor Clare nuns devoting the rest of her life to the poor and sick. She is also known for providing lodging for pilgrims, paying the dowries of poor girls, and educating the children of the poor. She acted as a peacemaker and averted two potential wars. Elizabeth was canonized by Pope Urban VIII on May 25, 1625. Let us remember Elizabeth for her spirit of justice.

Spirit of Justice

Your integrity is implanted in everyone

But set aside or lost in self-absorption.

Prejudice and ugly bias, disregarded.

The world's continued oppression, denied.

The indignity of the disabled, unnoticed.

The gap between rich and poor, ignored.

What will it take for the over-privileged

To hear your imploring voice of justice?

When will those with more than enough

Turn and give attention to those with less?

Today: I do something to act for Justice.

-- Joyce Rupp

My thanks goes out to all of you at Mary of Magdala for your continuous social justice efforts, following in the footsteps of our brother Jesus. You hear the cries of the people and respond.

Amen

This Week at Mary of Magdala, ECC

This Sunday, July 10

Rocky Mountain Regional ECC

Picnic and Mass with Bishop Kae Presiding

Location is in Longmont at Collyer Park, 600 Collyer Street. Directions here. (Carpooling encouraged.) Our Regional Council will provide burgers, dogs and buns, with gluten free and vegan options as well as condiments.

BYO Chairs, picnic blankets; beverages (No alcohol allowed); cups, plates, utensils; and a side dish/chips/etc to share.

NOTE: If you cannot attend....

...you are invited to join with Light of Christ, ECC celebrating Mass online

on Saturday, July 9, at 5:00 pm.

To join the online service click HERE and then click on the Facebook Icon at 5:00pm . It will take you to Mass. If you are asked to create a Facebook account, just say "No"

There will NOT be a Mary of Magdala Mass at 5:00 pm on July 10.

Foot Washing Ministry

The Foot Washing Ministry was created for our community to support each other and match ‘time and talent’ with need.

A senior member of Mary of Magdala is in need of rides to and from church or assistance with Zoom if we are not gathering in the Sanctuary. She lives in southeast Loveland so is best if we have a few members share in this request. She also misses dinner so providing food after Mass is most welcome.

If you could assist with this request with a once a month or even one time would be incredibly helpful. Please contact Reverend Jane Reina at this email or via the office phone at 970-493-9536.

Weekday Mass on Wednesdays 11:00am

In-Church Gathering Only

Co-Pastors Reverend Jane and Mother Rosean will celebrate weekly Mass in the Fireside Room. Please join us-- in person--to hear the Word of God, partake of the Eucharistic meal and enjoy being in community with each other. All are welcome.

Looking for some great

in-depth articles?

Click here to read Extraordinary Catholics-July/August Edition

How Does Our Garden Grow? With Gardeners!

Gardeners are needed!

If you have an interest in gardening and love fresh veggies, maybe you would enjoy helping at the 301 Faith Partners 2022 garden at our beautiful location by Spring Creek.

This garden was created in 2012 and has been producing every year except for a COVID pause in 2020. We do have a great group of volunteers who make this happen, but could always use some more help. Questions? Contact Pam or Wally Jacobson via email here.

Request for Prayers

Praying for peace, health and well-being through challenging times

+ Sarah Reveron and her daughter, Aliana - niece and grandniece of Rev. Jane Reina

+ Jane Tavener, sister of member Susan Tavener-Berry

+ Cathy Engel, member

+ Pauletta and Beth, friends of member Suzanne King

+ Cory Breslin - friend of member Kerrie Anderson

+ Jim, husband of Dori Carroll member

+ Joanne Gallagher - member

+ Deacon Katie (TLC), Curtis, & Baby Theo

+ Edward for healing and Marge for hope, relatives of Ruth Conley, member

+ Harry, 11 year canine companion to Gray La Fond.

+ Yvonne Keefe - member

+ Rosemary - Fr Michael's mother

+ Suzanne King - member

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A blessed and peaceful repose of souls for those who've passed and comfort for the friends and families.

+ Mother of Bishop Kae Madden

+ Dennis Snyder. brother-in-law of Ruth Alexander, member

+ John Crowfoot, friend of Jean Christen, member

+ Lauren Roob - friend of Rosanna Bateman, member

+ Dona Bosse - member

+ Blanca Mattalia Wyrzykowski, friend of Mother Rosean

+ Gloria Farrell, aunt of Co-Pastor Jane

+ Tom Froehlich, brother of Ann Russell, member

+ Howard, brother of Joan Crawford, ECC Deacon

+ Verna Bodig, member

+ Kathie Reiten, mother of Pastor Rick.

+ Mary Lynn Eyestone, sister of Joan Chapman Smith, member

Please send prayer requests to marymagdalafc@gmail.com. Prayers will be listed for one month unless requested for longer. Prayers for the repose of souls will be listed for six months unless requested for a longer time.

Service Recordings and More

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time and Independence Day - July 3, 2022

A video recording of the homily by Father Teri Harroun will be available on Thursday, July 7th. The full Sunday Mass worship aid is available to help with prayer and meditation.

In the meantime, we invite you to view this wonderful Independence Day video of Amanda Gordon, National Youth Poet Laureate, reciting her spoken word poem "Believers Hymn for the Republic."

Past Recordings, Bulletins, and Announcements

For all bulletins, reflections, Sunday recordings during, visit our webpage. Please contact us with questions, concerns and ideas for better connection with and for the community - marymagdalafc@gmail.com. And feel free to call the office at 970 493-9536

Our Vision – ‘Our guiding Light’

Weaving a tapestry of love, hope and justice for the world.

The 301 Faith Partners--Mary of Magdala, Trinity Lutheran, St Paul's Episcopal --have a Vision, Mission and Values statement that guides our relationships, interactions, and shared projects and ministries.

Read about our Mission, Core Values and Covenant here.

Newsletters of Trinity Lutheran Church and the St. Paul's Episcopal

What are our partners in ministry up to? Click here for the Trinity Lutheran Church monthly newsletter, "Tidings". And here is St Paul's weekly bulletin.