PENTECOST SUNDAY

May 23, 2010

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: $7,891.25, Building Fund: $1,375.06, Flowers: $25.00, Candles: $93.65, Miscellany: $20.00, Catholic Charities: $175.00, Catholic Communication: $254.00, Catholic Home Missions: $23.00, Easter: $85.00. Total: $9,941.96.

Mass Attendance: 5:00 PM: 389, 10:30 AM: 458 (outdoor Mass). Total: 847

The 2010 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. 

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: Renée Faiella, 843-485-3515

Diocesan Office of Child Protection Services:

843-853-2130, Ext. 209

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

PBOC is Going Green!

Please join us in our efforts to make a difference

in our Parish community:

We have started recycling with Fisher Recycling, parishioners Kira & Steve Roff. All parish facilities now have recycling containers and accept the following materials: cardboard, paper, plastic, glass, magazines, aluminum and tin. Please look for the blue or green bins, and help us recycle by placing these materials in the recycling containers. ALL items can be commingled in one easy container!!

CALLING Parishioners to join our “Green Team”: Tuesday, June 8 at 6 PM – “Green Team Meeting & Recycling Info. Session”. Do you want to learn more about recycling and going green efforts for yourself, your home, your community or business? Those who have experience in this area can attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, June 8 at 6 PM in the Parish Life Center. Kira Roff will be heading up our “Green Team” and organizing efforts to coordinate all different ways for PBOC to “reduce, reuse & recycle”.

WEB SITE: ONLINE BULLETIN

Will you be away on vacation this summer? You can read our weekly bulletin online and keep up with “what’s new” in our parish by going to: http://pbocchurch.com. Be sure to look at our photos under Parish Activities, Photos of Parish Events.

SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS: May 23 - 29

Happy Birthday To: Josh Beaver, Brian Gardner, Robert Horrell, Salvatore Leto, Alyssa Otto, Arthur Reitano, Zoe Reynolds, Beverly Tempalsky, Henry Vermeern, Karen Lilly, Frank Parr, Joey Picard, Virginia D’Antonio, Len Marotta, James McGrath, Ubaldo Garcia, Elizabeth Lawlor, Scott Nicol, Amy Spagnuolo, Thomas Strittmatter, Theresa Whitaker, James Barnett, Roberta Civitarese, Adam Hoffman, Barbara Murray, Edward Bonifer, Cecilia Connelly, George Harrigan, Joey Carroll, Hunter DeChamplain, Patricia Delsolia, Sherry Richardson, Steve Roff, Ken Seningen, Gerald Vargo, Amy Yonker.

To: Dennis & Joanne Cangelosi, John & Kathy Eagen, Jim & Carol Sewell, Daniel & Janet McDonald, Richard & Cheryl Clark, Tom & Cecilia Goodman, Mike & Carol Lenhart, Bryan & Kerry Krask, John & Linda Gurzenski, John & Betty Sypniewski, Scott & Ellen Sullivan, Hubert & Linda Gray, Stanley & Blanche Crum.

HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?

We have finished planting OUR garden here at PBOC, which will be maintained by our Confirmation Class. Would you like to be a mentor and share your gardening secrets? Anyone who would enjoy helping with the garden, please contact Renée Faiella at the parish office 237-3428, ext. 3.

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

* WO-2 Michael Theo, 4^th LAR S-2 Det A, Unit 40650,

FPO AE 96427-0650

* Sgt Tayna Tucker, CFLCC SJA, APO AE 09306

* Major Stephen J. Ryan, CJTF 82 CJ9, APO AE 09354

* CAPT Thomas G. Ivanco, CO D, 51159th AVN,

COB @ ADDER, APO AE 09331

* LTC Andrew Ewanitz, CDDOC Bldg 505,

Camp Arif Jan, APO AE 09306

* Sgt Brian Wiltrout, TF Wolverine

(HHC 86th IOCTMTN), APO AE 09354

* Cpl. Joseph Karbowski, USS Ashland,

BLT 1/9 DET C, HQ LAAD PLT Unit 74105,

FPO AR 09502-4105

If you would like to add someone to this list, call the parish office. *Please Note: These addresses could change.

Also, please call to let us know when any of these servicepersons have returned home.

AID TO OUR MILITARY: Your generosity in donations has enabled us to continue sending care packages to our men and women of the military. They do appreciate your support. Our Knights of Columbus continues to mail these packages. As long as we receive your and the Knights of Columbus support, our military will continue to receive these care packages. Again, thank you. As always your prayers are requested for our military and their safe return. – John Glinka

One miracle of Pentecost was that, despite their diversity, each listener heard God’s word in his or her own language. The meaning for stewardship is that, by sharing the gifts poured outon us by the Holy Spirit, we will be empowered to meet the needs of our brothers and sisters, whatever they may be.

HOW ARE WE DOING?

Church Debt 4/30/10 $221,478.81

PLC Debt 4/30/10 $1,338,405.83

Average weekly Collections for April

2009 2010

1^st Collection $11,001.50 $7,972.54

2^nd Collection $2,868.10 $2,736.91

Prayer & worship

ATTENTION: LITURGICAL MINISTERS

Chairperson of ministries must complete and turn in Third Quarter schedules to the Church office by May 31^st.

HELP NEEDED

A very integral and necessary part of our church's life needs your help! The Small Altar Linen Committee needs someone to step up to take the one week of the month in the quarter that has five (5) Mondays.  Also, the Altar Guild needs someone to replace Elaine Quadrozzi as co-chair to work with Suzanne Harris.  You may express an interest in finding out more about the details of this worthwhile ministry by calling Suzanne Harris 503-8247.

**URGENT NEED** FOR ROSARY MAKERS! If you are interested in our ministry, please contact Helen Salemme at 235-2639.

MINISTRY OF CARE

Let us know of your loved one confined to home, in the hospital or recovering from surgery and now home. (Hospitals will not give out patient information, so we have no way of knowing your needs.) 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.

OUTREACH

GRACE MINISTRIES is a faith-based, non-profit organization that encourages community involvement in the lives of our aging population and enables them to continue living independently and gracefully in the place they most desire. Neighbor to Neighbor is a program of Grace Ministries that provides basic life support to older adults who want to remain in their own homes. The Precious Blood of Christ Outreach ministry has partnered with the Neighbor to Neighbor program. Typical services include transportation, medical and quality of life, visitation and reassurance calls. Perhaps you know someone in need of their services, or you may consider becoming a volunteer with their program. Consider becoming a “Carolina Neighbor”. It’s a way to change lives…both yours and your neighbors! Call Joy Hanner at 234-0818 for further information.

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 102 people Tossed Salad w/Dressing, Baked Macaroni Florentine, Spanish Franks, Rolls & Butter, Assorted Desserts and Sweet Lemon Tea. On Thursday we served 68 people Garden Salad w/Dressing, Baked Macaroni & Cheese, Grilled Ham & Swiss w/ Bean Salad, Assorted Desserts and Sweet Lemon Tea.

Saturday breakfast is served every Saturday morning, 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Last weekend we served 62 people French Toast, Bacon, Hash, Fruit Cocktail, Cereal, OJ/Coffee/Milk.

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

Ministry of Caring

Do you live alone or need to hear a friendly voice? Let us know. You could receive a phone call from a fellow parishioner. A simple “Hello, How are you?”  Please call Patty at the parish office if you are interested (237-3428, ext. 0).

Fellowship

In Prayer We Will Always Be Together

Come join us at our Monthly Mass on Monday, May 24^th, at 8:30 AM in the church. After Mass we will go to Applewood’s for breakfast. The topic for “Let’s Talk About…” will be “Gander, Newfoundland: point of return”. We hope to see many of you on the 24^th. Call Mabel for info (235-0080).

Religious ed review

Coming Soon! VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

“Let the Son Shine In!” - Tuesday thru Thursday, June 1-3. Registration forms are being distributed at religious ed classes, grades K-6, and can also be found at the back of church.

YOUTH MINISTRY

Sr. Youth Group (SYG)

· “Prayer Walk” Sunday, May 23^rd 8:00 in PLC Gym.

· Summer Bible Study will start Sunday, June 13^th from 6 – 7:30 in PLC Classroom 1. 8 week session.

Confirmation Class (7^th, 8^th & 9^th Grades)

· Community service opportunities! Need help with our vegetable & herb garden, Vacation Bible School, KOC Father’s Day event June 19^th.

Women’s club

The June Installation and Grants Luncheon will be June 3, at 11:30 AM at Tara Ballroom at Litchfield by the Sea. Tickets are $20 and available by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope, and your check payable to PBOC Women’s Club, with meal choice to: Marcia Boyer, P.O. Box 1459, PI, SC 29585. Menu choices are: Entrée Salad of mixed greens with fried green tomato and shrimp salad; pork loin with Kentucky Bourbon mushroom sauce, roasted red potatoes, veggie; or chicken with wine citrus sauce, jasmine rice and veggies. Because of the Memorial Day Holiday, Websters needs a rough count by May 24, however, tickets will be available if request and payment is received by May 29.

Women's Club Cookbook - Please bring your recipes to the June 3^rd Luncheon or mail them to Bernice Rucker 66 Historic Ln., PI SC 29585 or Kathy Knittel 86 Boatmen Dr., PI, SC 29585.

This year the JOY School Lunch Program will be provided by the Women's Club the week of June 14 to18. Menu suggestions are provided. Coordinator for this project is Nancy Szarowicz. If you can help with this project, please call Nancy at 237-2513.

Our next Board Meeting is Thursday, May 27 at 10:00 AM in the PLC.

Knights of columbus

WINE TASTING, June 19, 6:00 PM, PLC, cost $23.00/person. Take a wine tour of Europe! Come and sample wine from Spain, France, Germany and Italy. Enjoy a wonderful steak or chicken dinner catered by Outback and celebrate Father’s Day with a bang. Look for further details on the Council and Parish websites and in the bulletin.

Upcoming Events! Officer’s Meeting, May 25, 7:00 PM, Founder’s Hall. Business Meeting and Election of Officers, June 3, 7:00 PM, Founder’s Hall. First Friday Adoration, June 4, Team B. Officer’s Meeting, June 29, 7:00 PM, Founder’s Hall. Operation H.O.P.E. Golf Tournament, July 31, Indigo Creek, further details to follow.

Fourth Degree!  May meeting and election of officers, at St. Mary’s on May 27 at 7:30 PM. Also, balloting for Sir Knight of the Year will take place at this meeting.

Have you asked?  Brother Knight, have you asked anyone to join the Knights of Columbus lately?  Remember, someone asked you to join.  Help grow  your council ask a neighbor, friend, fellow parishioner and pass their name onto Council Membership Director, Tom Dalton, at 235-8295 or Grand Knight, Tom Cardea at 237-4120.

Did you know?  The K of C Ultrasound Initiative has provided 25 pregnancy centers with ultrasound equipment since its inception in January 2009 to support the health and wellness of pregnant mothers and their babies.  The Initiative is a joint venture between councils and the Supreme Council's Culture of Life Fund.

diocesan news

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Saint Michael Council No. 8980 Knights of Columbus are celebrating their 25^th Anniversary on Sunday, June 13, 2010 following the 11:00 AM Mass. This Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Robert E. Guglielmone, Bishop of Charleston.

A gala reception will immediately follow the Mass in Duffy Center. Dinner will be served at 1:00 PM. Gentlemen’s dress code is jacket and tie. Reservations and payment required and accepted until June 1. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Mike Gray at 215-3505 by June 1^st.

We welcome Precious Blood parishioners to join us in this celebration.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES: Wee Care Shop – Donations Needed

We are in desperate need of children’s “spring and summer” clothing - new or gently-worn clothes of all sizes. Contact Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Center, Conway, 843-234-1999.

LOCAL NEWS

"For those who wish to vote an absentee ballot in the June State Primary call for an application: 545-3339-Georgetown County; 915-5440-Horry County."

Wanted!  Habitat for Humanity Georgetown County needs volunteers in our ReStore and on our ReStore Truck. We need volunteers anytime, Tuesday – Friday 8:30- 4:30 and can work around your schedule. Help us build houses without lifting a hammer!  Call Sarah Patrick at 843-546-5685 x1 then x1.

SUPER CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Saturday, June 12, Myrtlewood Golf Course (across from Broadway at the Beach). Sponsored by St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Breakfast 8:00 AM, Shotgun Start 9:00 AM. Lunch, prizes & surprises. Donation is $75/pp. Contact Ed Jones 843-222-7659 or Mason Luther 843-293-9818. Respond by June 5.

May 24 - 29

Monday 1 Peter 1:3-9 / Mark 10:17-27

Tuesday 1 Peter 1:10-16 / Mark 10:28-31

Wednesday 1 Peter 1:18-25 / Mark 10:32-45

Thursday 1 Peter 2:2-5 / Mark 10:46-52

Friday 1 Peter 4:7-13 / Mark 11:11-26

Saturday Jude 17,20b-25 / Mark 11:27-33