St. Ambrose Parish

Weekly Bulletins
The St. Ambrose Parish weekly bulletin is a newsletter distributed at the Church entrances at all weekend Masses. It contains timely information about upcoming events, meetings and parish life. It also has listings of Liturgical Ministries, Mass Intentions, parish income and the contact information for staff, parish and school offices.

		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 25 June 21, 2009 Happy Father's Day to all the fathers in the parish. Please remember to pray today for your father, living or deceased.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 24 June 14, 2009 The Parish Picnic in Sugarhouse Park is today, Sunday, June 14 at 4:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated at 4:30 p.m.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 23 June 7, 2009 The Parish Picnic in Sugarhouse Park is next Sunday, June 14 at 4:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated at 4:30 p.m.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 22 May 31, 2009 Today is the Feast of the Pentacost.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 21 May 24, 2009 Today is Feast of the Ascension. Congratulations to the J. E. Cosgriff graduating class of 2009!
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 20 May 17, 2009 Today is the Sixth Sunday of Easter. The Appreciation Dinner for volunteers is this Wednesday, May 20, at 5:30 p.m.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 19 May 10, 2009 Today is the Fifth Sunday of Easter. Congratulations to the Eight Grade Graduating Class of 2009 from J. E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School!
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 18 May 3, 2009 Today is the Fourth Sunday of Easter. Congratulations to the First Communion Class of 2009!
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 17 April 26, 2009 Today is the Third Sunday of Easter. The St. Ambrose Baby Shower to benefit the Food Bank begins next weekend, May 2-3. Please bring formula, diapers of all sizes, or baby food of all kinds to Mass with you to donate to this worthy cause!
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 16 April 19, 2009 Today is the Second Sunday of Easter. We welcome all those who were initiated into the Catholic Church at Easter Vigil!
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 15 April 12, 2009 Today is Easter Sunday. Thank you to everyone who took on extra ministries and time to make our Holy Week celebrations so wonderful!
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 14 April 5, 2009 Today is Palm Sunday. This begins the most sacred week of the liturgical year. The three most important days of this week are called the Triduum-Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday (or Easter Vigil).
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 13 March 29, 2009 Today is the Fifth Sunday of Lent. Lenten confessions will be heard on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m., or by appointment with either priest.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 12 March 22, 2009 Today is the Fourth Sunday of Lent. Lenten confessions will be heard on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m., or by appointment with either priest.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 11 March 15, 2009 Today is the Third Sunday of Lent. Lenten confessions will be heard on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m., or by appointment with either priest.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 10 March 8, 2009 Today is the Second Sunday of Lent. Lenten confessions will be heard on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m., or by appointment with either priest.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 9 March 1, 2009 Today is the First Sunday of Lent. Lenten confessions will be heard on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m., or by appointment with either priest.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 8 February 22, 2009 Today is the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Ash Wednesday is February 25. Masses are at 7:00 a.m., 8:45 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 7 February 15, 2009 Today is the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 6 February 8, 2009 Today is the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 5 February 1, 2009 Today is National Scout Sunday. Our scouts will be recognized at the 9:00 a.m. Mass today.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 4 JANUARY 25, 2009 Today is the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 3 JANUARY 18, 2009 This week is Pray for Christian Unity Week. This year's theme is "That they may become one in your hand."
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 2 JANUARY 11, 2009 Today is the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.
		VOLUME XLVIII NUMBER 1 JANUARY 4, 2009 Today is the Feast of the Epiphany.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 52 December 28, 2008 Today is the Feast of the Holy Family.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 51 December 21, 2008 This is the Fourth Sunday of Advent. The Religious Education pre-school Christmas pageant will follow the 11:00 a.m. Mass today.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 50 December 14, 2008 This is the Third Sunday of Advent. Chanted Vespers are held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday evenings in the Church.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 49 December 7, 2008 This is the Second Sunday of Advent. Chanted Vespers are held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday evenings in the Church.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 48 November 30, 2008 This is the First Sunday of Advent. There are seasonal resources avaialble at the entrances to the Church.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 47 November 23, 2008 This weekend is the celebration of the Feast of Christ the King. This marks the end of the liturgical year.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 46 November 16, 2008 Intermountain Catholic newspaper subscription drive continues. Please consider paying for your subscription to offset the cost assessed to the parish.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 45 November 9, 2008 Cosgriff School is selling Christmas tress and poinsettias as a fundraiser this year. Call 486-3197 to order yours!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 44 November 2, 2008 Brown Bag Lunch and book talk will be held in the Cosgriff lbrary on Tuesday, November4, at 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 43 October 26, 2008 Art Auction was a great success again this year. Thank you to everyone who worked to make the event happen.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 42 October 19, 2008 Annual Cosgriff Book Fair is this week. Browse and buy books for your private library. Proceeds go to benefit Cosgriff Library.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 41 October 12, 2008 The Grandparent Brunch was a great success at J. E. Cosgriff School last week.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 40 October 5, 2008 Kodi, Father Bill's dog, invites all animals and people of the parish to the animal blessing Mass at 6:00 p.m.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 39 September 28, 2008 Cosgriff "Families" are established with students from each grade.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 38 September 21, 2008 Today is Catechetical Sunday. All catechists of the parish will be commissioned today.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 37 September 14, 2008 Exaltation of The Cross is this Sunday.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 36 September 7, 2008 Kindergarteners at J. E. Cosgriff learn about science and have fun in the process.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 35 August 31, 2008 St. Ambrose Parish adds a new Mass time to the schedule. A "no frills Mass" will be held Sunday mornings at 7:45 a.m.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 34 August 24, 2008 J. E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School started this week. The children are getting to know new teachers and new friends!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 33 August 17, 2008 Parish Commemorative Photo Directory: On line sign-ups continue until August 24. Sign up on line and avoid the in-parish sign up rush.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 32 August 10, 2008 Parish Commemorative Photo Directory: On line sign-ups continue until August 24. Sign up on line and avoid the in-parish sign up rush.

		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 30 July 27, 2008 Parish Commemorative Photo Directory: On line sign-ups begin on August 11. Sign up on line and avoid the in-parish sign up rush.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 29 July 20, 2008 Read Bishop John Wester's letter to the editor printed in the Salt Lake Tribune on July 7, 2008. The letter is in regard to nuclear disarmament.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 28 July 13, 2008 The seed sown on rich soil is the one who hears the word.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 27 July 6, 2008 Magaritaville! The Catholic Women of St. Ambrose met for a fun evening of drinks, food and good company. Planning for new events is underway.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 26 June 29, 2008 Vavcation Bible Camp was a great success again this year. Special thanks to everyone who worked so hard to make it the wonderful event it was!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 25 June 22, 2008 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. St. Ambrose Cubs Baseball team win Catholic League Championship.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 24 June 15, 2008 Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Enjoy pictures from last week's picnic.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 23 June 8, 2008 Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Cosgriff Summer School is in Session.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 22 June 1, 2008 Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Field Day at J. E. Cosgriff closes out the 2007-2008 school year.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 21 May 25, 2008 Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ. Congratulations to our First Communicants!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 20 May 18, 2008 Solemnity of The Most Holy Trinity. Today is First Communion Sunday. Congratulations to our J. E. Cosgriff graduating class of 2008!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 19 May 11, 2008 Solemnity of Pentacost. Happy Mother's Day.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 18 May 4, 2008 Ascension of the Lord. St. Ambrose welcomes Bishop John C. Wester as he celebrates our 60th anniversary!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 17 April 27, 2008 Sixth Sunday of Easter. The J. E. Cosgriff Sixth Grade Egg Drop experiment is a great success!
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 16 April 20, 2008 Fifth Sunday of Easter. Please pray for our Pope as he visits the United States.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 15 April 13, 2008 Fourth Sunday of Easter. Parish Mission begins today.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 14 April 6, 2008 Third Sunday of Easter. Congratulations to our newly confirmed Youth.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 13 March 30, 2008 Second Sunday of Easter. Photo shows St. Ambrose rectory as it neared completion in 1951.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 12 March 23, 2008 Easter Sunday.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 11 March 16, 2008 Palm Sunday.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 10 March 10, 2008 Bishop Lennox Federal dedicates the new St. Ambrose Church.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 9 March 2, 2008 A Sunday Mass held very early on (circa 1949) in the new St. Ambrose Church.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 8 February 24, 2008 St. Ambrose Church-The Early Years: After the formation of the parish in 1948, Fr. Gosselin (the first pastor) met with the ladies of the parish and asked them to form an Altar Society.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 7 February 17, 2008 Catholic Foundation: Reflection on Stewardship-Do I pay more for cable TV each month than I contribute to my Church?
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 6 February 10, 2008 Catholic Foundation: were you aware that a number of parishioners, including our late pastor, Msgr. Hedderman, have created endowmwnts to benefit St. Ambrose Parish and J. E. Cosgriff Memorial School?
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 5 February 3, 2008 Message from Bishop Wester: Abide in Christ-Our Journey Together is the theme for this year's Diocesan Development Drive.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 4 January 27, 2008 The first St. Ambrose rectory was located at 2237 Hollywood Avenue. Father Joseph L. Gosselin was assigned by Bishop Duane Hunt to be the first pastor of St. Ambrose. He resided in the upstairs of the home, while the basement was used for daily Masses.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 3 January 20, 2008 More about the Weasku Inn: There at the Weasku Inn, a roadhouse at the mouth of Parley's Canyon, two Masses were offered every Sunday, and Sunday School was conducted each week.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 2 January 13, 2008 In the first year of existence, St. Ambrose was literally a chapel in the basement of a home located 2237 Hollywood Avenue.
		VOLUME XLVII NUMBER 1 January 6, 2008 Catholic Foundation of Utah invites you to consider including St. Ambrose in your estate planning.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 52 December 30, 2007 St. Ambrose Parish Wishes You a Happy New Year!
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 51 December 23, 2007 St. Ambrose Parish Wishes You a Joyous Christmas Season!
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 50 December 16, 2007 Liturgy of The Word For Children: Each week at the 10:00 am Mass, the children in grades Kindergarten through Second Grade are dismissed to hear the Liturgy of the Word. We are grateful to the St. Ambrose volunteers who commit their time each week to our young people.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 49 December 9, 2007 Here comes Santa? Fr. Bill played Santa for the Cosgriff Kindergarten, First and Second Grades after the children's Mass this week.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 48 December 2, 2007 Cosgriff Scholarship Collection is this weekend. Please be generous in your support of this scholarship fund. It provides help for Catholic children who would otherwise be unable to attend our Catholic school.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 47 November 25, 2007 Special Diocese Collection: Bishop Wester has asked al parishes to take up a special collection for the people in Mexico affected by the rain along the Gulf Coast of Tobasco.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 46 November 18, 2007 Special Collection for the Campaign for Human Development: A special collection will be taken up at all the Masses for the Campaign for Human Development. The money from this collection goes to help the poor and needy in the United States.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 45 November 11, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--In today's second reading, St. Paul prays that the Thessalonians may be strengthened "in every good deed and word." May we, too, be strengthened to use our time and talents for the good of others.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 44 November 4, 2007 Generous benefactors make possible many new improvements at J. E. Cosgrif School.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 43 October 28, 2007 Cross International Outreach: This weekend, St. Ambrose Parish is pleased to welcome Fr. Ron Mrozinski of Cross International Ministry. There will be no second collection taken up at Mass this weekend.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 42 October 21, 2007 Mission Sunday: This Sunday, October 21, is Mission Sunday. Catholics all over the world are asked to support the missionary works of the Church throughout the world through prayers and charitable donations. A second collection will be taken up at all the Masses this weekend in support of Catholic Missions. Collection envelopes are at the entrances to the Church. Thak you for your generous support of missionaries working around the world.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 41 October 14, 2007 When will I have given enough-of my income, of my time, of my talents? Today's Gospel suggests that only total stewardship will do: "When you have done all you been commanded to do say, 'We are useless servants. We have done no more than our duty.'"
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 40 October 7, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--When will I have given enough-of my income, of my time, of my talents? Today's Gospel suggests that only total stewardship will do: "When you have done all you have been commanded to do, say "We are useless sservants. We have done no more than our duty."'
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 39 September 30, 2007 Parish Council Election Results: Thank you to all parishioners who participated in the Parish Council elections last weekend. The following parishioners were elected to a two year term: Charlote Oliver, John Minuth, Buff (Gordon) Harmston and Marlene Skillings.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 38 September 23, 2007 Parish Council Elections: Parish Council elections will be held this weekend. The first business meeting of the Council will be on Monday, October 15, at 7:00 pm in Gosselin Hall.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 37 September 16, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--We can hear God speaking to us today in the words of the father to his elder son, "You are with me always and everything I have is yours." What is my response to such remarkable generosity? Do I give joyfully and generously as God gives to me?
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 36 September 9, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--Jesus tells the crowd that only those who renounce all of their possessions can be His disciples. Is He truly asking us to give up everything? Perhaps instead He is trying to help us see that everything we think we own is really a gift from God. Good stewards know that and strive to use those gifts accountably.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 35 September 2, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--In the Gospel today, Jesus warns us not give in hopes of repayment, but to give open-handedly to the ooor and needy. That sort of giving mirrors the bountiful giving of God, and Jesus assures us it is blessed indeed!
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 34 August 26, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--Today's reading from Isaiah describes the Israelites bringing their offering to the Lord "in clean vessels." The gift of mysef-- my patient endurance and fidelity to the will of God--is as imoortant as any monetary gift I offer.
		VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 33 August 19, 2007 Am I a Generous Giver?--In today's second reading, St. Paul encourages us not grow weary or lose heart, but to persevere in following Jesus. Our willingness to give of ourselves, even in the face of conflict and division, is one way to measure stewardship.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 32
August 12, 2007
Am I waiting for the "right time" to become a good steward? Do I plan to share my time and talents "later"? Today's Gospel warns those who are procrastinating about stewardship to be prepared-- "at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come."

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 31
August 5, 2007
Am I a Generous Giver?--Seeing Jesus transfigured made Peter want to do something to mark the event. But the Voice from the cloud said clearly that the first task of those who recognize Jesus as Lord is to listen to Jesus--then act!

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 30
July 29, 2007
Am I a Generous Giver?--Jesus is describing God's immeasurable generosity when He says in today's Gospel, "Whoever asks, shall receive; whoever seeks, finds; whoever knocks, is admitted." But it should also be the description of us as Christian stewards--those seeking to follow Christ by using our gifts in service to others.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 29
July 22, 2007
Am I a Generous Giver?--today's readings speak of hospitality. Abraham, who cheefully did for his guests all that desert hospitality required, was rewarded with his heart's desire-a son. Martha also busied herself with all the details of hospitality, but with complaint and grudgingly. Am I a cheerful or grudging giver?

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 28
July 15, 2007
Am I a Generous Giver?--The Good Samaritan was also a good steward, giving his time and treasure to help his neighbor's needs. At the end of thid familiar story, Jesus tells his hearers- and us-to go and do the same!

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 27
July 8, 2007
Am I a Generous Giver?-- "The harvest is rich", Jesus tells the seventy-two in today's Gospel, "but the workers are few." The situation is the same today. How can I help with God's harvest? Am I called into the field? Am I one who could provide food or shelter or wages to those who toil in the fields of the Lord?

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VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 26
July 1, 2007Second Collection for J.E. Cosgriff School: This weekend, the Parish will begin taking up the monthly collection for J.E. Cosgriff School. With the increase in next year’s tuition, there is a greater need for tuition assistance and your contributions will help families of Cosgriff students who are having some financial hardships.

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VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 25
June 24, 2007
Congratulations, Fr. Bill! This Wednesday, June 27, Fr. Bill wil celebrate the 15th anniversary of his ordinantion as a priest. Fr. Bill was actually ordained here at St. Ambrose, so it especially appropriate that we celebrate this anniversary with Fr. Bill.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 24
June 17, 2007
On behalf of the clergy and staff of St. Ambrose Church, we want to wish all of the fathers, grandfathers, greatgrandfathers . . . a very happy Father's Day. Thank you for saying "yes" to God and assuming the responsibilities of this most important vocation in the Church. In the Baptism rite, parents are reminded that they are the first and best teachers of their children in the faith. We ask God's continued blessing upon each of you that you will remain faithful to this call.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 23
June 10, 2007
A special diocesan second collection will be taken up this weekend to support the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Salt Lake City. This collection is taken up at all parishes in the Salt Lake metropolitan area and the money collected will go to help with the cemetery expenses and upkeep. Thank you for your generosity to this collection.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 22
June 3, 2007
First Communion was May 20, 2007. There were 43 children in this year's First Communion Program. Thank you to everyone who helped with the year-long process that precedes this wonderful day, especially Mrs. Tammy Cleverly, our First Communion Coordinator.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 21
May 27, 2007
The St. Ambrose Religious Education Sixth Grade class recently performed May Crowning for the rest of the Religious Education classes. All of the children brought flowers for Mary. The sixth grade class is taught by Cindy Neumann.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 20
May 20, 2007
This weekend there is a second collection to support Catholic Communication ministry in the United States. The money from this collection goes to Catholic evangelization efforts through media and print materials. It pays for Catholic advertising on radio and television and supports the Intermountain Catholic newspaper and other Catholic publications. Envelopes for this collection are at the entrances to the Church. Please be generous in supporting this collection.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 19
May 13, 2007
On behalf of Fr. Bill, Fr. Gally and the staff of St. Ambrose Parish we want to wish all of our mothers, grandmothers and great grandmothers a very happy and blessed Mothers Day. We are keeping you in our prayers on this very special weekend.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 18
May 6, 2007
Fr. Bill would like to thank all the parishioners who were so thoughtful with their birthday wishes, cards and generous gifts. Your outpouring of kindness and support are always appreciated.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 17
April 29, 2007
Today a second collection will be taken up at all the Masses to support the Catholic Home Missions in the United States. This collection provides funds to mission dioceses and parishes that have small numbers of Catholics and need additional funds to meet the basic spiritual needs. This is an important collection for our own mission Diocese of Salt Lake City. A significant amount of money from this collection returns to the Diocese and assists mission parishes in southern Utah. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 16
April 22, 2007
Fr. Gally celebrates his 20th Anniversary of Priestly Service today, Sunday, April 22. Please come downstairs after 10:00 am Mass and congratulate him. His reception is sponsored by the newly baptized. (And it is also Fr. Bill's birthday—there will be cake!)

VOLUME XLVI NUMBER 15
April 15, 2007
"Blessed are they who have not seen and have believed," Jesus says in today’s Gospel. For those who have not seen to believe, however, we must be good stewards of our faith, living it joyfully and sharing it generously. Then, in our time, too, "men and women in great numbers" will be "added to the Lord."