Subj:	what to do during Lent ...
Date:	3/5/2003 2:25:53 PM Pacific Standard Time
From: STLMcfm@stlmCFM.org (STLM - CFM) To: STLMcfm@stlmCFM.org 


Happy & Blessed Ash Wednesday to you all.

Below are ideas on what you can do during Lent.

Most have decided on what to do or give up during lent.
Here are a few other special items for your calendar


=== St. Joseph's Table ===

- Sunday March 23, 11a - 7pm, In STLM's Hall
What is it? (some of you have asked) We'll, It's an opportunity to share
STLM's hospitality with our own parishioners, friends, neighbors and some
less fortunate families. ALL ARE WELCOME, Invited & Encouraged to
Participate. It is a fund raiser for All Life Charities.

- MORE INFO: It's a "Come as you are", whenever you can, meal opportunity in
the Italian Tradition. Spaghetti, Salad & Garlic Bread will be the staples
(ANY donation accepted). Then, top off your meal with Meatballs, Sausage,
Desserts, etc. for an additional donation. Wine & Soda, will also be
available for purchase. Some light entertainment may strolling around the
room and in between the tables for your dining pleasure.

- PLEASE plan to stop by with your family, share a meal & visit.

** ALSO ** They are gearing up to serve about 1000 people throughout the
afternoon & evening. If you can help, FOR AS LITTLE AS TWO HOURs, please
call Julie Miles 540-9189 or attend the next planning meeting Monday, March
10th @ 7pm. Think about helping in the afternoon and eating in the evening
(or vise-versa)!


=== Picking Oranges ===

Target Date: Sat 3/22 in the Afternoon
A very nice lady in Torrance (near the airport) has an enormous tree with
Hundreds (may be thousand?) of oranges just about ready to be picked. The
oranges will be donated to the less fortunate.

Q? - Do you have (or can you get) an long pole & basket "Orange Picker"?
Some REALLY TALL ladders would also help.
Children (with their own supervision) and Families welcome.

A few hours is all that it should take with the right crew!
Contact: Dan & Noreen Thomas 316-9141 or email Dan@stlmCFM.org


=== Painting Deacon Frank's Place ====

Target Date: Sat 3/22
Well, it actually is his "St. Lawrence Closet" in Wilmington

It is the location food, clothing and other necessities are distributed
from. There are a few "shipping containers" and another structure that needs
to be 'freshened up'. We are working on getting donations of paint and
supplies.

Can you help? Do you have a good contact for the needed donations?
Adults & older kids only please.
Contact Greg & Maureen Riley 541-5449 or email: CasaRiley@Cox.net


=== CFM's Spring Family Dance ===

Saturday 3/29 4:30p - 8:30p
Admission - ** FREE! ** (Bring money for food & drinks)

"March Madness" is the Theme - Come dressed in your favorite sports uniform!
The In-&-Out Burger Truck will be serving from 5:15-6:45 only
Our Sports Complex (STLM's Hall) will be ready for fun dancing
Our special DJ will entertain us all with KARAOKE time for adults & kids!

ALL CFM & Parish Families Welcome!
Contact your CFM leaders or visit www.stlmCFM.org for details.


==== Happy St. Patrick's Day Fun ===

Sunday 3/16 - 21st annual Fitz St. Paddy's Day Party 2-7pm
The Fitzsimons have again opened up their annual traditional to STLM's CFM
If you are interested, see details at
http://members.aol.com/mikefitzsi/invite2003.gif


Have a Wonderful Lenten Season.

God's Blessing to all.

-STLM CFM