VIANNEY

The Catholic Truth Society of London, publishers to the Holy See, have published a 50-page booklet by Father Rutler on The Curé d’Ars—Saint John Vianney. A limited number of copies are available in the parish office for $5. They may also be ordered from the United Kingdom by e-mail: Orders@CTS-Online.org.UK.

DAUGHTERS OF SAINT PAUL

The Daughters of Saint Paul have relocated their bookshop from East 52nd Street to 64 West 38th Street (between Fifth and Sixth Avenues). We welcome Pauline Books and Media to our neighborhood.

TAX BENEFIT

If you are 70½ or older and want to make a gift to the Church of Our Saviour, you may take advantage of the recent extension of the IRA Charitable Rollover and donate your IRA assets while avoiding income tax on the IRA withdrawal. For more information, please contact the Archdiocesan Office of Gift Planning at (212) 371-1011, ext. 3316, or by e-mail at: Gift.Plannng@archny.org.

CRISIS OF SAINTS

Copies of Father Rutler’s book, A Crisis of Saints: The Call to Heroic Faith in an Unheroic World, are now available in our parish office at $19.95 each. This new edition features a foreword by George Weigel, biographer of Pope John Paul II, and is signed by the author. The book is also available at Amazon and through Crossroad Publishers. Proceeds from our bookshop go to the general needs of the parish.

SECURITY

As a project of our Restoration Campaign, the old security system has been replaced with a computerized system of cameras, which now survey the entire church and entrances throughout the day.

ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (RCIA)

RCIA Class: For people who seek Baptism or Con­firmation in the Roman Catholic Church (also welcome is anyone who wants to learn more, Catholic, non-Catholic, or just curious). We will meet in the under­croft of the Church of Our Saviour on Thursday evenings, from 6:30-8:00 pm. Classes will run from September 24 through Easter.

Format: Generally the supervising teacher will make some introductory comments and lead a discussion based on assigned readings. We will often have guest speakers.

Content: The main thrust of our class is captured by St. Irenaeus’s observation that “the glory of God is man fully alive, and the life of man is the vision of God.” We aim for you to understand the core claims of the Roman Catholic Church in terms of their meaning within human experience. We will study the Apostles’ Creed, the Gospels, and the Sacraments, and then use that study as a platform for understanding the Church’s moral teachings, particularly the more controversial ones. Topics covered will include:

• Sin and Grace
• Christ’s Incarnation, Crucifixion, and Resurrection
• The Holy Trinity
• God Speaking through Beauty
• Theology of the Body and related teachings on sexuality and marriage
• The Sacraments, especially Baptism, the Eucharist, and Confession
• Prayer
• The Gospels
• Authority of the Church
• Culture of Life
• Freedom, Virtue, and the Ten Commandments

To register: Contact Sim Johnston at Gsimjohnston@cs.com .

PRE-CANA/MARRIAGE PREPARATION
The Church of Our Saviour is pleased to present what has been called the most comprehensive marriage preparation course in New York City. Couples meet for eight Tuesday evenings in a small-group format conducive to in-depth discussion. A flexible program is also available for couples not able to meet on Tuesday nights. For more information, contact Peter McFadden at (646) 341-0848 or at mcfadden@mac.com.

Do join the increasing number of faithful who are using "ParishPay" for their weekly contributions. It simplifies parish records and your own financial statements. Whatever you give for the work of this parish is appreciated, however great or small. Charitable offerings are part of the spiritual commitment to Christ. For those who do not contribute in other ways, please do remember that a minimum offering on Sunday of at least five or ten dollars makes all the difference in sustaining the life of this parish in the heart of our city.

LITURGIES
In keeping with the provisions of the recent liturgical guidelines of the Holy See, baptisms, weddings, and funerals may be celebrated according the traditional Latin liturgical books or the ordinary rites. Those desiring the “extraordinary form” may indicate this to the Pastor when scheduling the date.

BAPTISM INSTRUCTION
Because of the increased number of baptisms, Father Rutler will conduct monthly classes for parents in small groups. If you are planning a baptism soon, please consult the office for the schedule

Children's Religious Education (CCD): Tuesday, 5:30-6:30 pm. For further information email: OurLadysChildren@gmail.com.

Adult Religious Education (RCIA): Thursday, 6:30-8:00 pm.

Pre-Cana/Marriage Preparation: Peter McFadden (646) 341-0848 or at mcfadden@mac.com.

Legion of Mary: Thursday, 6:00-7:15 pm. Centering Prayer Group: Thursday, 6:15-7:45 pm.

MONTHLY MEETINGS

Book of the Month Club: Third Wednesday of the month, 6:30–8:00 pm. For more information, please e-mail us at OSBookClub@aol.com.

Legatus: Monthly meeting, 6:00 pm Mass.
Catholic Lawyers Guild: First Friday of the month, 7:45 am Mass & meeting.