Special Prayer Requests: Please pray for the repose of the souls of parishioners Thomas Comerford and George White.

Parish Office Hours: Weekdays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, but closed on Thursday afternoons from 12 to 4:30 PM for staff development, training and administrative meetings.

Last Week’s Collection: Regular Collection: $14,304.75, Building Fund: $2,588.70, Holy Father: $105.00, Candles: $142.73 Ascension: $20.00. Total: $17,141.18.

Mass Attendance: 5:00 PM: 270; 8:00 AM: 378; 10:30 AM: 803. Total: 1455.

The 2009 FLOWER INTENTION CALENDAR is posted in the hall by the literature rack in the church.  There are four intentions each week.  Please fill in for whom and from on the calendar. Your donation of $25 for each intention can be placed in the flower envelope located to the right of the calendar.  Please drop your envelope in the collection basket or turn in at the office.  Please call the office if you would like one of these dates.

Safe Environment Program at PBOC

Precious Blood is committed to ensuring a safe environment for our children and for upholding the “National Charter for the Protection of Children & Young People” as established by the

U. S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).

All adults who work with children must:

¨ Attend the “Protecting God’s Children Program

¨ Be screened by Law Enforcement

¨ Adhere to the DOC Code of Conduct (copy available in the

Gathering Space)

¨ Read and sign the DOC Sexual Abuse Policy and Procedures

For more information on how to report an allegation of abuse,

go to www.catholic-doc.org and click on “Sexual Abuse Policies and Procedures” on the left side bar. Then click on “How to

Report an Allegation of Sexual Misconduct by Church Personnel.”

Safe Environment Coordinator: Kate Russell, 240-1633

Diocesan Office of Child Protection Services:

843-853-2130, Ext. 209

Diocesan Victim Assistance: 1-800-921-8122.

A PRAYER FOR PRIESTS

Gracious and loving God, we thank you for the gift of our priests.

Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments.

Help our priests to be strong in their vocation.

Set their souls on fire with love for your people.

Grant them the wisdom, understanding, and strength they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.

Inspire them with the vision of your Kingdom.

Give them the words they need to spread the Gospel.

Allow them to experience joy in their ministry.

Help them to become instruments of your divine grace.

We ask this through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns as our Eternal Priest. Amen.

ATTENTION COMMITTEE/ORGANIZATION HEADS

If you have not already done so, please submit your event and/or meeting schedules to Ellen in the Parish Office for the current fiscal year July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010. Even if there are no changes to your existing meeting times as listed in the bulletin, we need to know that as well, no later than August 1^st. Thank you for your assistance in helping to keep our calendars up to date!

SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS: July 12 – 18

Happy Birthday To: Catherine Eirvin, Mary Jean Martin, Ellen Medley, Theresa Sullivan, Tracy Meno, Emily Skillman, Paige Swanson, Charles Avallone, Sophie Chmil, Jacqueline Criscuolo, Sharon DuMont, Terry Grace, Carol Jasniewski, Briza Roblero, Tony Spagnuolo, B.J. Bryant, Joseph Dezzutti, Philip Lolos, Rosemary Magyera, Candace Schroer, Arthur Voltaire, Cathy Hesselink, Richard Kaulback, Garrett Mason, Maeve Cook Morris, Gabriella Rana, Becky Relford, Vittoria Rocca, Ed Bayma, Sherry Ellerich, Gabrielle Paglio, Christine Riley, Ann Ruddell, Frank Smith, Robert Stanton, John Cioni, Cheryl Clark, Marilyn LeComte, James Mills, Maria Robles, Nancy Schoenwetter.

To: Al & Carol Schnitzlein, Bill & Mary Graef, David & Sarah Wincek, Joseph & Mary Dezzutti, Boyd & Suzanne DuMont, William & Pam Martin, Thomas & Jennifer Sadler, Phillip & Wendy Chiarelli, Paul & Susan Scheno.

Service Men and Women are always in need of mail from home. *Please drop a line to the following:

* Gy Sgt. B.M. Blonder, Force Recon PLT Task Force,

3/8 H&S Co. Unit 73275, FPO/AP 09510-3275

* Pv2 Jarrod Berger, ACO 1-12 CAV/TF 2-82 FA,

FOB Diamondback, APO AE 09334

* Capt. James Kappes, 355 EOG74FS,

APO AE 09354

* SPC Regis Cunningham, SOTF Central (opsent),

APO AE 09342

If you would like to add someone to this list, call Phyllis Bieger at 237-3444. Please Note: These addresses could change.

Also, please call Phyllis or the parish office to let us know when any of these servicepersons have returned home.

AID TO OUR MILITARY:

Should you care to donate items for packages sent to our military, please drop off your bag or box marked “Military” at the church office. We encourage you to include a personal note to our military. Your prayers are also requested for their safe return. – John Glinka

Today’s readings are about being chosen and sent. The prophet Amos was chosen by the Lord and sent to use his talents for the people of God. The Gospel recounts the story of the sending of the twelve. In the second reading, St. Paul reminds us that we, too, are chosen. For what have I been chosen? To whom have I been sent?

HOW ARE WE DOING?

Church Debt 6/30/09 $275,877.30

PLC Debt 6/30/09 $1,378,821.22

Average weekly Collections for June

2008 2009

1^st Collection $11,099.70 $10,138.09

2^nd Collection $1,955.13 $2,130.02

Prayer & worship

PARISH APPEAL

Brother Fred Buerman ob.OSB is our mission coop speaker at all the liturgies for the weekend of July 18 and 19. Brother Fred directs Hand of Help. He is a member of Holy Trinity Monastery, a Benedictine community at St. David, Arizona. The mission of Hand of Help is to mentor young adults for missionary service and Gospel sharing. Brother Fred has come to our community for the last two years sharing his mission as well as offering a retreat to our community. A second collection will be taken with envelopes also provided to assist Hand of Help's mission to young adults. Please visit the web site of Hand of Help and Holy Trinity Monastery to get to know Brother Fred and his mission better at: www.handofhelp.info and www.holytrinitymonastery.org.

HELP! HELP! HELP!

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion are needed for weekday morning Masses. Training will be provided. If interested, please contact Jo Timpano at 235-2867.

Greeters are needed for the Sunday Masses at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. For further information, please call Joan Baker at 235-0026.

MINISTRY OF CARE

Let us know of your loved one confined to home, in the hospital or recovering from surgery and now home. Our ministry is to unite the sick and recovering followers of Christ with the Body of Christ, they are not ALONE. Please call the parish office at 237-3428, Christine at 237-2096, or Anne at 237-0401.

Respect LIFE

GSCL Annual Meeting and Convention

Grand Strand Citizens for Life will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, July 25^th at 9:00 AM in the St. Andrew Parish Life Center. Leaders of various Pro-Life organizations (Birthright, Bethany Christian Services, and Catholic Charities) will provide updates on their accomplishments and future plans.

Keynote speaker for the event will be Ms. Holly Gatling, Executive Director of South Carolina Citizens for Life. There is no charge for the event. Registration and Coffee begin at 8:45 AM. The meeting will conclude at 12:15 PM and lunch will be served at that time.

All are invited to attend and learn what actions are taking place locally to support and promote the Culture of Life. For more information please call John Kost at 626-8684.

Outreach

Fr. Pat’s Lunch Kitchen continues to serve on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with people coming together to enjoy sharing meals and friendship. Last Wednesday we served 91 people Virginia Baked Ham with Mustard Sauce, Garden Vegetables, Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Assorted Cakes & Pies, and Sweet Tea. On Thursday we served 66 people Grilled Cheeseburgers, Pasta Salad, Assorted Cakes & Pies, and Sweet Tea.

Saturday breakfast is served every Saturday morning, 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Last weekend we served 25 people Eggs, Sausage, Fruit Cocktail, Cereal, OJ/Coffee/Milk.

We thank everyone who helps to make these meals a pleasure for all who come.

Just a reminder….the second Sunday of each month is our food drive for the Baskervill Ecumenical Food Pantry. Precious Blood is responsible for spaghetti and spaghetti sauce. There is a basket in the gathering space where you can leave your donations at any time. This is a way we can come together as a community to help those in need. Thank you for your generosity.

Thank You to everyone who donated beach towels and deodorant to Teach My People for their children’s summer program. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Fellowship

GOOD GRIEF

Bereavement & Grief Recovery Support Group

In the spirit of giving uplifting support to men & women who are dealing with issues of grief and loss – any loss: of a loved one, family member, job or relationship – all are welcome to attend our next meeting on Tuesday, July 21^st at 10:30 AM in the PLC, Room 2. A light refreshment follows the meeting. If you would like to attend, or for more information, please contact Pat David at 650-2244.

FAMILIES IN FAITH

Families in Faith will once again be doing a  Back-to-School Clothing and Backpack Drive to provide a new back-to-school outfit and school supplies for children in need in our area. Bags for specific clothing items will be distributed after Masses the weekend of July 18 and 19 and will need to be returned by Monday, August 3. Donations of backpacks and school supplies will be accepted in the box in the Narthex anytime.

    Last year, we were able to provide over 50 children with an outfit, shoes, backpacks and school supplies to return to school ready to learn. We are also able to provide the Georgetown County schools with school supplies and backpacks to distribute to children in need throughout the year.

    We continue to be grateful for the overwhelming generosity of our parishioners. If you have any questions, please contact Karyn Congdon (325-5789) or Renee Preedom (655-9383).

WEB SITE

NEW on the Web Site – A first time event, “An Evening of Wine Tasting.” Take a look at the pictures on the church web site - http://pbocchurch.com. Just look under the Parish Activities column, and click on, “Photos of Parish Events.”

YOUTH MINISTRY

Sr. Youth Group (SYG): Grades 9-12, Sundays 6–8:00 PM

ü Grabba Java – Tuesdays 9:00 AM

SYG is complete for the season; new schedule mailed.

Jr. Youth Group (JYG): Grades 5-8, Fridays 6:30-8:30 PM

JYG is complete for the season; new schedule mailed.

Youth Music

Choir Practices resume in August.

Questions? Kate, YM 237-3428 x.3, youth@pbocchurch.com

Women’s club

Hold the date for our Arts & Crafts Festival on October 2 and 3, 2009. Also, it is time to start saving your books for our Book Sale at the festival.

Attention!! Crafters in our Parish!  Please think of our upcoming Craft Show over the summer months - keep your hands busy making your specialty crafts for our table in early October!  Remember that old saying about “idle hands and the devil”!!  Also, keep in mind our workshop on Thursday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30 AM at the PLC.  You can help with our projects, or work on your own.   At this time, we could use donations of any type of material for sewing.  Please bring to parish office.  Thanks, Pam and Judy. 

P.S.  Have a great summer!

Savannah Trip, December 7, 8 & 9, 2009.  Trip includes:  Stop in Charleston, Stay at the Hampton Inn, Historic Savannah, two breakfasts, Old Savannah Tours-for the day on December 8, and The Savannah Theatre "A Christmas Tradition", two dinners. The cost is $355. A deposit of $150 per person is due by July 24.  Send check to Marcia Boyer, 864 Pinehurst Lane, 90-D, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.

To submit information in the bulletin for the Women's Club, contact Debbie Desh at 235-3742.

Knights of Columbus

THE KNIGHTS SUNDAY NEWS

READ ALL ABOUT IT !!!!!

Reminder  ---   Thursday July 16th is the Installation Mass for our incoming officers. The Mass will begin at 6:00 PM, followed by a social in the Parish Life Center.

Please plan to come and show your support for your 2009 / 2010 officers.

Vivat Jesus, Tom Cardea GK

Diocesan news

St. Michael’s Parish in Garden City, SC will host the Pee Dee Deanery Prison Ministry Workshop by the Diocesan Office of Jail and Prison on July 18, 2009 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All interested in becoming Parish Prison Ministers should attend this workshop (no commitment required) along with those who are experienced who can share their ministry with those attending. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) speakers encouraged to attend. Coffee/light refreshments will be provided. To register go to www.supportcatholiccharities.org and click on the prison ministry site, or email Deacon Jim Hyland at jhyland@catholic-doc.org or phone 843-522-6518. No cost involved.

SAVE THE DATE! FIRE at the BEACH

September 18-19, 2009

Biennial conference for catechists, parish staff, volunteers, and all Catholic adults. Unlike past conferences, this one will be hosted by St. Francis by the Sea Church, Hilton Head Island, SC. Four area hotels have offered us special room rates for attendees. Keynote speakers are: Marcus Grodi, founder of the Coming Home Network, author, and popular EWTN host; and Dr. Janet Smith, renowned philosopher, ethicist, spokesperson for the Church’s pro-life commitments, and consultant to the Pontifical Council on the Family. More information is available on the website: www.fireatthebeach.org.

FILIPINIANA FIESTA II – Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 7:00 PM at Duffy Center, St. Michael’s Church. Come join us for Fun- Food – Fellowship and enjoy Philippine food and desserts, and Philippine folk dances. Donation: $20/person, all proceeds for New Church Building Fund. Tickets will be available at St. Michael’s church doors on July 11-12 and 18-19 or at their parish office during the week.

LOCAL NEWS

Miss Ruby’s Kids is looking for volunteer Education Mentors. The mission of the Education Mentor Program is to insure the success of Miss Ruby’s Kids graduates throughout their school career by providing a mentor who communicates with the child’s family and school personnel. For more information contact Wendy Walsh, Program Coordinator, at 843-527-8560 or coordinator@missrubyskids.net

July 13 - 18

Monday Exodus 1:8-14,22 / Matthew 10:34-11:1

Tuesday Exodus 2:1-15a / Matthew 11:20-24

Wednesday Exodus 3:1-6,9-12 / Matthew 11:25-27

Thursday Exodus 3:13-20 / Matthew 11:28-30

Friday Exodus 11:10-12:14 / Matthew 12:1-8

Saturday Exodus 12:37-42 / Matthew 12:14-21

Small Christian Communities

Prayer Corner

Pray With Us…

Lord Jesus, let us go forward with the same faith n you, regardless of how we feel about it in the moment. Let our faith be faith in you, not in ourselves. Amen.