Electronic giving

May God bless you for your generous planning! Make donations online through Connect Now Electrionic Giving. You may also download the "ConnectNow Giving" app. Go to the app store from your device and search for "ConnectNow Giving". When you launch the app, search for Most Pure Heart of Mary, then create a donor profile. If you need assistance please call Barb Kilgore, Parish Bookkeeper at 419-347-2381. You may also email Barb at bkilgore@stmaryshelby.org.

Read more about electronic giving here: Electronic Giving.

To accommodate those who have not yet signed up for online giving there will be receptacles for collection envelopes near the communion stations. Offerings may be placed before Mass or on one's way to communion, or shortly after the conclusion of Mass.

Annual Catholic Appeal: Where Charity and Love Prevail

You should have received a letter from Bishop Thomas, asking for your gift and/or pledge to support the ministries of the Diocese of Toledo. This letter gives all registered parishioners an opportunity to contribute to the Appeal, especially those who are unable to attend Mass. The Annual Catholic Appeal will be successful if every member of our parishes carefully considers their circumstances and truly strives to give a significant gift. Countless lives are touched by every contribution to the 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal. Children, seminary students, the sick and aged, the needy - they all depend on our generosity. Faith, hope and love come alive through the Annual Catholic Appeal, making our faith community a place Where Charity and Love Prevail. Thank you for pledging today. The parish goal for Most Pure Heart of Mary is $32,009.00 and the parish goal for St. Joseph is $4849.00. All contributions assure the continuation of these programs and services. For more information on ministries funded by the appeal visit acatoledo.org.

Penance opportunities

Days of Grace: Fridays, March 5, 12, 26 - 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., every hour on the hour at MPHM, Shelby.

The Light is On: Sunday, March 7, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., MPHM, Shelby. Wednesday, March 24, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., St. Joseph, Plymouth.

Stations of the Cross

3:00 p.m. every Sunday during Lent at St. Joseph, Plymouth. 7:00 p.m. every Friday during Lent at MPHM, Shelby - except March 19.

St. Joseph Feast Day Masses

Thursday, March 18, 7:00 p.m., MPHM, Shelby. Friday, March 19, 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., St. Joseph, Plymouth.

New "Lent" button in the MYParish app

On December 8, Pope Francis declared this year would be dedicated to St. Joseph, husband of Mary and foster father of Jesus Christ. St. Joseph, as you know, is the Patron of the Universal Church. What an amazing opportunity in the midst of our global turmoil to reflect on our steadfast protector, defender, and humble obedient servant. On Ash Wednesday, marked by a symbol of ashes, we began the spiritual journey that prepares us for the death and resurrection of our Lord. This year, we are excited to feature our priests' and deacon's reflections. Use the app for daily reflections on the life of St. Joseph as we enter into this season of repentance, conversion, and commitment to follow the Lord ever more closely.

It's Father Jim Sanford's birthday

If you would like to send Father Jim something for his birthday, it is February 27. His address is 21 Steele Ave in Shelby. If you would rather drop something off for him at the parish office, we will make sure that he gets it!

Attention high school senior girls

The Catholic Women's Club of the St. Juan Diego Deanery is offering a $500.00 Scholarship to a high school girl. See Kari or Sherry for an application.

Year end giving: About the IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution

A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is a direct transfer of funds from a parishioner's IRA to the charity of their choice. Through the QCD, individuals over 70 1/2 years old can donate up to $100 ,000 in IRA assets each year to the charity of their choice. A QCD gift allows the giver to exclude the amount donated from their taxable income. To give a QCD gift, a parishioner will need to work with their IRA company to prepare the gift and will need to provide the following information: Donor's Member Record Number, Donor's Full Name, Donor's Current Address, Donation Category. Contact Barb Studer or Sherry for more information.

Prayer chain changes

Until further notice, please call the parish office with prayer requests. We are looking for new leadership in this ministry. If you are interested in taking over the coordination of the phone prayer chain ministry, please call the parish office. You are still able to send email prayer requestes to: studer345ps@gmail.com

Opportunity for the Year of St. Joseph

Most Pure Heart of Mary and St. Joseph invite you to read "Consecration to St. Joseph; The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father" for the Year of St. Joseph. We have purchased 50 copies of the book by Father Calloway. The books are scheduled to arrive the week of February 5. We recommend starting the program on February 15th so that your consecration date will be March 19, the Solemnity of St. Joseph, though there will be other opportunities throughout the year. The suggested donation is $9.00 per copy. You may call either parish office to reserve your copy today.

Prayer to St. Joseph

Encouraging words from Father Jim

Pastoral Care

If you, a family member, or a friend is in need of pastoral care, contact the parish office at 419- 347-2381. It is our desire to minister to all parishioners but we may not be aware of an individual's needs. Father Chris is available for anointing and communion visits upon request, and our parish staff is here to assist in any way we can. Our parish family is always in our prayers; please help us help you!

Cemetery upkeep

When we visit the graves of loved ones, we like to see our cemetery looking its very best, especially during Memorial Day. The Cemetery Committee takes great pride in making sure that our cemetery has been neatly mowed, trimmed, and well kept. It takes a substantial amount of money for upkeep, especially during the spring/summer/fall mowing months and we depend on the sale of graves and donations to do so. During the month of May we ask that you please consider making a donation to the cemetery so that we may continue to keep our cemetery looking beautiful for years to come. Thank you for your continued support!.

Mass intentions

Mass intentions refer to the particular purpose for which a specific Mass is offered. This may be to honor God or thank him for blessings received. A Mass can be offered for the repose of the soul of family members, friends, or acquaintances who have died. Mass can also be offered for someone living who is sick, in Thanksgiving for major milestones, or in celebration of a special occasion, etc.

To request a Mass Intention, please call or visit either parish office and choose an available date. The suggested donation for a Mass intention is $10.00. If you have any questions, contact Arlene at 419-347-2381 at MPHM or Sharon at 419-687-4611 at St. Joseph.

MPHM open for prayer

With the resumption of public Masses the church will be open for public prayer Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.

Support our priests' retirement

Our priests have given their lives in service to us and our parish and we are most grateful! Please offer your gratitude for those who have faithfully served in the Diocese of Toledo by making a gift to the Perpetuate The Gift Appeal. Your gift benefits our retired diocesan priests, enabling them to pay for their living expenses, such as medical, housing, car, clothing and food. All funds contributed between September 19 through December 31, 2020 assist our parish in its assessed contribution to the fund. A gift of cash or check can be sent to Perpetuate The Gift, PO Box 954, Toledo, OH 43697 or placed in the parish collection. A gift may also be made online at ToledoDiocesePerpetuate-the-Gift.

Perpetuate the Gift FAQs: Read more here: Perptuate-the-Gift.pdf.

The Bishop's Corner

Did you know Bishop Thomas has a weekly radio program that is also on YouTube? Follow this link to see The Bishop's Corner and other videos: Diocese of Toledo YouTube Channel.

MyParish App

Text App to phone number 88202 or click here myParishapp.com to download the app.

Formed.org

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Special event posting

If you would like anything posted in the church for special events, all items and information need to be brought to the Parish Office by noon on Friday before the upcoming weekend.