What do you think?

As you can see, we've made a slight change to the banner of the blog. Above, you see the new logo for SEASCC. I was only able to use a scanned copy for now but, I hope to have a good copy soon. I find it to be classy and beautiful. What do you think?

General Information and Welcome Letter

This week, the ladies in the office were very busy stuffing envelopes with an information and welcome letter. The letters were sent and should be delivered this week. If you have not had an opportunity to register your family yet, you may not receive the letter. If this is the case, please contact the parish office and provide them with your mailing info so you can begin to receive parish info.
Part of what was sent was a more official looking registration form. This needs to be completed and sent back to the parish office. It also got me thinking of a new question that I'd like to hear responses to....

Is there any particular ministry or organization that you would like to see developed in the new parish? Please leave your comments here. Remember Fr. Perry is able to see all of your ideas so, please share with us what YOU would like to see by clicking the comments link below.

I will try and get a link to the letter and registration form on the blog, so you can read/fill out/print from home, in the next few days.

Mass Info

We are now just 3 weeks away from our first gathering as a parish. Masses will begin on Sunday Sept. 7th in the performing arts center of Frontier High School @ 9AM and 10:30AM.
Our first ministry has begun to take shape, as a group of young people attended our first altar server meeting this past Saturday. Other ministries will be formed as we move forward. Pray that our young people will use this opportunity to learn more about the mass and enrich their faith.
Remember, we do not have a shortage of vocations. We have a shortage of people open to hear God's call. Turn down the noise in the lives of our children and families and show them how to be silent and listen to our God, who speaks to us everyday in all matters.

Back to School

The summer has now ended, sans the heat, and it's time for the kids to get back to school. Please take a moment to say a prayer for all students, teachers and staff as the new school year resumes on Monday. May the Holy Spirit guide them to be as successful as they can be.

Building Committee 2

Tuesday evening was the second meeting of the building committee. It was once again held at the parish residence. The meeting again began with a prayer and then some updates. The Finance committee will meet for the first time in August. The meeting will begin discussions on an operations budget and the formation of a capital campaign.
Liturgical ministries are forming now to be ready for Masses (beginning Sept. 7). We have secured a cantor/vocalist & accompaniment for masses so we will have music during our celebrations. As for other mass needs: our altar is complete (but does need staining); The processional cross is being finished; and, we have additional altar linens being made for use at mass. So, things are proceeding nicely as the 7th approaches.
The building committee continued it's discussion on a master site plan and will be sending out request for proposal's (RFP's) to 4 or 5 local architects. It was determined that there is a wealth of talent locally to help us develop our campus and, it makes troubleshooting easier if there is someone in town to deal with any issues.
There was also a short presentation on church styles. There are many options to consider in arranging a church that can seat 1500 people (min). Styles such as a more contemporary amphitheater or in-the-round configuration. Or the more traditional cruciform (a cross shaped sanctuary). Also to be considered is some sort of hybrid combining different configuration. I have posted a couple of examples to the left for all to see.
The committee will meet again in approx. 3 weeks to review the progress of the RFP's and hopefully meet with an architect or 2. In the meantime, continue to pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in this amazing challenge before us all.
M

Poll Results

First, I want to thank everyone who was able to participate in the poll. I will have polls posted in the future and hope we continue to have strong turnouts. 61 total votes were cast over the course of the week. Here are the reuslts:

When asked what you think the church property MUST have 20 years from now...

K-8 School received 3 votes (4% of total)
Preschool/Daycare received 2 votes (3%)
Parish Library received 2 votes(3%)
Multi-Purpose Bldg. received 24 votes (39%)
Admin. Bldg. received 6 votes (9%)
Courtyard received 10 votes (16%)
Just build it received 13 votes (21%)
Other received 1 vote (1%)
We had a few comments left on making sure we built a green friendly complex with plenty of shade trees and drought resistant landscaping.
Thanks again to everyone who participated.
MGD

Were you able to make it....

....to tonight's general info meeting? WOW, what a nice crowd. The first half of the meeting was housekeeping. Here is the info that was shared, if you couldn't make it. Some you might know, some you might not...
The parish office is now open. The hours are Mon-Fri 9AM-2PM (and by appointment). The office telephone # is (661) 587-3626. Christine Nguyen is the office manager and is there to help Fr. Perry and answer your questions.

Fr. Perry's new e-mail is pkavookjian@setoncatholicchurch.org Please discard the hotmail address you may have had. There is a parish website being developed however, it is under construction and not available yet.

The building committee has met, the finance committee is being formed as are other ministerial teams. Please keep checking back for info on the progress of these committees.

If you are interested in registering for the new parish, please e-mail Fr. Perry to give the appropriate info.

Sacramental Life:

Masses will begin Sept. 7, 2008 @ Frontier H.S. Performing Arts Center at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Confessions are available by appointment w/ Fr. Perry (Tue-Fri). Give the office a call to schedule.

Adoration will likely begin once masses have begun. There is a small chapel at Fr. Perry's house that will be available for Eucharistic Adoration during office hours. Stay tuned for more info.

Sacraments for the sick can be arranged by contacting the office. If you are in need of anointment's, communion or any other home bound need of the sacraments, please call to schedule time.

Baptisms, weddings and funerals must occur in one of the existing Bakersfield churches. Contact Fr. Perry for the appropriate paper work.

Religious Ed./Youth Ministry's will continue at the existing parishes. Contact your local parish for details and registration info.