First Thursdays at Assumption

During this Year for Priests, a plenary indulgence can be obtained on the first Thursday of the month by attending Mass, offering prayers to "Jesus Christ, supreme and eternal Priest, for the priests of the Church, or perform any good work to sanctify and mold them to his heart," going to confession and praying for the intentions of the Pope.

Fr. Michael has agreed to say the Mass for MARCH and all parishioners at Assumption on the First Thursdays beginning on September 3. Confessions will begin at 10:30 and Mass at 11.

First Fridays at St. Philip's

South MARCH has a wonderful program planned for First Fridays after mass at St. Philip's. They will be using the Great Adventure Bible Timeline as the basis for their program and dividing kids into 3 groups by age. Contact Erin Morel for more details about the curriculum and program. MorelFam -- at -- aol dot com

Rustic Cabin Family Camping

This is an event not to be missed. A trip into the woods is planned for all members MARCH. No need for a tent because 43 rustic (and I mean rustic) cabins are available for our group. The cabins have either 4 or 2 bunks with room on the floor for more. There is a dining hall for meal preparation, 3 bathhouses, a field for sports, other structures for activities, and a lake. All of this is in an area that is secluded and for the use of our group only. Here are the details so far:

Who: All families of any MARCH

What: Rustic Cabin Family Camping

Where: Montgomery Bell State Park located in Dickson just west of Nashville

Cost: Currently estimated to be $75 per family for the entire weekend (less for day trips) including food. This is subject to change but would not change dramatically

For more information e-mail Steven Glynn nolapark1 -- at -- bellsouth dot net

Civil War and Belle Meade Plantation

The MARCH group is scheduled as a group to go to the Home School Days Civil War and Belle Meade Plantation program on August 24, 2009 at 9:30. Cost is $5 per child who will participate in the event. Preschool siblings are welcome as observers at no cost. E-mail Robin Sparks nashvillesparks -- at -- bellsouth dot net to reserve your spot.