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The 2019 St Jude Catholic Church Carnival returns on Thursday, September 26, and runs through Sunday, September 29. The St. Jude Carnival Committee began preparation in February, and has put together an event designed for the enjoyment of people, young and old. The committee’s ultimate goal is to make this year’s carnival the best one yet! Click here for all the festivities and information.

Practice the Presence. Upcoming weekend for Young Catholic Professionals in Dallas, TX on September 13-15, 2019. Learn more at www.ycpconference.org.

The Knights of Columbus will host their bi-annual blood drive on Sunday, August 25 from 8am - 3pm. Sign up sheets will be available in the narthex on August 17 & August 18 after each Mass. If you need more information, call the church office Monday-Friday from 9am - 5pm at 972-727-1177.

Pray the Rosary while exercising your body. No fitness level or experience required and all are welcome! There is no cost to attend, just a suggested donation for those who are able. Nursery is available - email nursery@stjudeparish.com to make a reservation. Click on the link to see the schedule for August.

Please note, Fr. Andrew or any clergy will not contact you via email or text to ask for gift cards or money. They also will not email a one line question asking you if you are available. Please do not respond and report the scam.

Beginning July 17th through August 28th from 7:00-8:15pm in the Lecture Hall. Walk through the Liturgy (Mass) with Bishop Barron and you’ll be transformed through insights on this most privileged and intimate encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ.

Calling all Young Married's to our summer Burgers and Backyard Games (Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm) The Event will be at the home of John and Lori Kraus. Feel free to bring a favorite summer side dish or beverage.

Sign ups are now being taken for the 2019-2020 St. Jude Round Robin Bridge. There will be one game per month September 2019 through May 2020. To sign up and for game details, contact Ann Roemerman at acer2001@juno.com or call 469-323-0173

Please be advised that the parish offices will close at 1:00pm on Fridays during the month of July through August 2nd.

Fr. Andrew and Fr. Joel were both ordained in July and the Parish wants to celebrate their anniversaries. St. Jude Knights of Columbus will sponsor an Ordination Anniversary Celebration for both of them on Saturday, July 13th after the 5 PM Mass The Social is open to the entire Parish and will feature a Dinner of Salad, Knights BBQ ToGo Brisket, Baked Beans, Potato Salad and Desserts.

Come see where Jesus walked and journey through the Holy Land. This pilgrimage is lead by Fr. Abraham Thomas. It is from November 11 - 20, 2019. For a detailed brochure, contact Della Doss at ddoss@stjudeparish.com.

Each summer our Parish collects school supplies for the upcoming year. These are distributed to Catholic Charities in Dallas as well as 3 schools right here in Allen. Black crosses are located at each exit, take as many tags as you would like. Items should be returned by July 14.  Supplies can be dropped off in the Narthex or the Church Office during the week.  For questions or more information contact Sue Hawthorne at ext 2211 Thank you for being a blessing to the children who benefit from your generosity!

An exciting opportunity for the ladies of our parish! Spiritual renewal, growth in faith and the opportunity to meet new people. Join us for the WOMEN’S WELCOME RETREAT WEEKEND on July 20-21, 2019 right here at St. Jude. Two days and one night that will change your life! Registration is now open. Click on the link to register online.

Become part of our new Hospitality Ministry — a ministry for the whole family. The commitment entails a short 20 minute shift before Mass on the weekends you are scheduled. You will work hand-in-hand with the Ushers with simple tasks like opening doors and offering a friendly greeting so all feel welcome. Training will be provided. For questions, please contact Lori Snelson at lori_snelson@yahoo.com.

Join us for an amazing evening featuring Dr. Allen Hunt, Author and Speaker. This one-night only event occurs on Friday, September 13, 2019 from 6:30pm - 10:30pm.

Our 197 second graders will be making their First Communion on Saturday, May 4th. They have worked very hard preparing for this day, please keep them in your prayers.

Our annual St. Jude Carnival team is working hard to make this year one of the best yet! We are beginning to gather prizes for the annual raffle and need your help. Do you have items to donate? Click here to see how you can help.

PHP has a need for “nice” used clothing for their once a month clothing giveaway that is held on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 in the morning. We cannot accept clothing before that date as we have no storage. Please bring your donations that morning to the area next to the Food Pantry.

People Helping People will be sponsoring a “Know Your Rights” presentation by Catholic Charities-Immigration Legal Services on Wednesday, May 8th at 7 pm in the Lecture Hall. The meetings purpose is to provide information about the rights of immigrants and to answer general immigration questions. All are welcome.

This opportunity is open to all 6th - 12th grade students to embrace our call to be the hands and feet of Christ through service in our community and have a little fun. We offer Mission Week June 10 - 13th. The cost is $50 and each day runs from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration closes on May 10. Contact the Youth Office to register.