Bulletin for 18 June, 2006

THE BODY AND BLOOD OF THE LORD – JUNE 18, 2006 Exodus 24:3-8 This is the blood of the covenant which the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words of his. Hebrews 9:11-15 Christ came as high priest and with his own blood achieved eternal redemption. Mark 14:12-16, 22-26 This is my blood, the blood of the covenant, to be poured out on behalf of many.

TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – JUNE 25, 2006 Job 38:1, 8-11  Who shut within doors the sea, when it burst forth from the womb… 2 Corinthians 5:14-17  If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. Mark 4:35-41  Jesus rebuked the wind and said to the sea: “Quiet!  Be still!”

Service Schedule	Server Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00am Morning Prayer 8:15am Mass (Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction, except on school mass days) Saturday 4:00pm Reconciliation Saturday 5:00pm Mass Sunday 11:00am Mass Sunday 6:00pm Mass	Saturday, June 23       5:00pm    Salvatore Sparaco, Maria Sparaco, Kateri Dillon     Sunday, June 24       11:00am    Haleigh Chambers, Elizabeth Wagner, Kyle Abel Sunday, June 24         6:00pm    Zach Cross, Brian Beall, Sarah Sherman

HOSPITAL CALLS AND VISITATION:
Please notify the Rectory if a family member is in the hospital or at home with a severe or prolonged illness. In accord with current privacy policies, hospitals do not inform us of parishioners entering the hospital; they call only at the patient’s request.

Kevin DeBord, John Schneider

Entering the hospital? It is good to receive the sacrament of anointing before you go. You may schedule this at any Weekday Mass at 8:15 a.m., or call the Rectory at 252-9919.

Parish Activities

Monday, June 19 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Matthew 5:38-42   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel               8:15 a.m. – Mass – Jim & Pam Veazey, 35th wedding anniv. -- Chapel   6:15 p.m. – Serra Mass - Chapel

Tuesday, June 20 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Matthew 5:43-48   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel              8:15 a.m. – Mass –-John Schneider – Chapel 12:00 p.m. – Sewing Group

Wednesday, June 21 – Aloysius Gonzaga, religious Gospel Reading:  Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18   8:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer - Chapel   8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Bill & Stella Hess -- Chapel   6:00 p.m. – TFTF- Rectory   7:00 p.m. – Country Store Sewing – Sewing Rm   7:00 p.m. – K of C Ladies - AER

Thursday, June 22 – Weekday   Gospel Reading:  Matthew 6: 7-15   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel   8:15 a.m. – Mass –Luke Pace --Chapel   6:00 p.m. – Cub Scouts – Sct Rm and MSH

Friday, June 23 – Sacred Heart of Jesus Gospel Reading:  John 19:31-37   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel   8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel   5:30 p.m. -- BINGO

Saturday, June 24 – Nativity of St. John the Baptist St. Vincent Hotel meal sign-ups   3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir – Church   4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation   5:00 p.m. – Mass – Esther McClain, dec; Willem Braaksma, dec; Mary Ann Westendorf, dec;  Marguerite DeBrosse, dec; Ronald Oldiges, dec.

Sunday, June 25 –  Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time St. Vincent Hotel meal sign-ups   9:00 a.m. – RCIA/Adult Ed – AER   9:00 a.m. – Choir Rehearsal 11:00 a.m. – Mass – Herman and Alice Boehmer, 60th wedding anniversary   6:00 p.m. – Rock With Jesus Mass – All Parishioners

Parish News

A YEAR OF PRAYER

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS AT I.C.
Join us each first Saturday at 8:15am for Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, seasonal litany, and Benediction each First Saturday of every month beginning at 8:15 a.m. in Church. Mass, Exposition, Rosary, Seasonal Litany, and Benediction are currently celebrated Mondays through Fridays beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel, any time there is not a school mass.

VOCATION VIEWS
By sharing the body and blood of Christ we are sealing our covenant with God.  We are given the gift of life and asked to share it with others.  Give thanks for this sustaining gift. 

SUMMER HOURS 
June 12 through August 25, the Rectory Office will be open 8:00am – 12:00pm Monday through Friday, and by appointment.

WINNER’S CIRCLE
Congratulations to our latest Winners!  For only a $5 donation, they received $100 every time the Ohio Lottery called their numbers.  You can get your Winner’s Circle tickets after Mass or in the Rectory during business hours.
    #217  Mary Coney, Dayton  #601  Ted Hempleman, Centerville  $795  Kassaundra Carey, Lynchburg VA

FREE SPIRITS
On Aug. 3, the Free Spirits are going to Boggstown IN for a Cabaret Show.  If you haven’t signed up, and would like to, or to get more information, call Gerry Albers at 252-9852.

RCIA/ADULT EDUCATION
Join us for the newly redesigned RCIA/Adult Education program in the Madonna Library.  Fr. Tony will lead RCIA and discussion of Faith, Scripture, and Church from 9:00am – 9:40am. Jason Wheatley, IC parishioner and Licensed Independent Social Worker, in private practice at Professional Psychology and Consultation, Inc., will lead classes from 9:45am –10:40am.  Bring a notebook and your enthusiasm for topics ranging from the Catholic faith to basic communication skills to health and wellness.      Our upcoming topics will include:
June 25: Basic Effective Communication with Families.  Families are the most complex biological and marital systems that one will encounter.  Emotions often run high as members in a family care for their needs and wants as well as the needs and wants of their spouse, children, and parents. Effective communication is an important part of a healthy family and well-defined boundaries and roles are often the key to successful family functioning.  This week will introduce basic effective communication strategies within families along with helpful parenting techniques that foster positive family interactions.  Handouts with practical activities and further readings will be provided.
July 2: Basic Physical Health
July 9:    Basic Emotional Health
July 16: Basic Spiritual Health
July 23: Basic Financial Health
July 30    : Wrap up and Evaluation

Stewardship

A Gift of Treasure Parish Weekly Need:  $10,096.00 Tithe for June 3 and 4: Envelope $ 7,985.25 Loose    $   393.00          $ 8,378.25

Attendance              5:00     194 11: 00   293 6:00     392 Total    879

CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE  Great News!  Private donors have offered us a challenging opportunity: for every dollar donated by the parish, they will match it dollar for dollar, up to $25,000.  This will make a big difference in funding our next project, which is replacing the church sound system. Total to Date  $ 18,053.50 May            $  3,715.50 Total          $ 21,769.00 EDUCATION FUND UPDATE The Education Fund currently has a matching grant program.  For every two dollars donated to the Education Fund a generous donor will match it with one dollar.  Thank you for your support and generosity to the Education Fund.  The monies currently being collected will allow IC to continue to have tuition aid available for our qualifying families in the future.  Total to Date $ 15,772.50 May           $  1,676.50 Total:        $ 17,449.00   The Restoration and Education Funds are “restricted”: they do not reflect nor impact the regular operating budget which depends on your weekly tithe contributions to the Church.

ALTAR FLOWERS
If you would like to commemorate a special event or person with altar flowers, please contact Katherine at the Rectory at 252-9919.

Regional News

At the first meeting about religious education, adult education, and enrichment, Fr. Geraci and Joan Torres (DRE at St. Helen’s) discussed common goals for sharing Adult Education and Religious Education between the two parishes.  Watch for the IC Adult Education series coming in the fall, led by Fr. Satish and team. 

School News

WELCOME TO OUR NEW PRINCIPAL
Our new ICS principal is Karyn Hecker, who comes to us with 13 years of principal experience, and is currently the principal at Dayton Catholic Elementary School.  She holds her M.S. in Educational Administration from UD; she brings with her extensive experience in grant writing and her involvement in the Dayton Catholic School area campaign to provide tuition assistance.  Her first day at ICS will be July 10, 2006.
   
SCHOOL’S OUT FOR THE SUMMER!
The School Office will be open from 8:00am—12:00pm during June, 2006.

REGISTRATIONS
…are now being taken for the Daycare Summer Program and the Preschool Fall Registrations.  Contact Bill Wagner at 253-0201, or download the information from www.ics.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.us.

PARISH REGISTRATION/CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Visitors and Friends: Welcome to Immaculate Conception Church! The only sure way to become a registered member of the parish family is to fill out a registration form (below) or a pew card; drop either in the collection basket, or return it to the rectory office. There is no automatic registration if you attend mass regularly, or even if your children attend Immaculate Conception School or Immaculate Conception Religious Education Classes. If you have any questions please call the Rectory at 252-9919.

Out of Parish

PRACTICAL HEALING SERIES
Routsong Funeral Home sponsors this series of information and advice for people who have experienced a death or significant change in their lives.  You can register for any of these classes by calling 293-4137:

•  “The Lunch Bunch”: This is a casual gathering of adults who have experienced a loss.  We meet on the second Tuesday of each month to share (dutch treat) lunch and a few laughs.  Grindstone Charley’s Restaurant on Wilmington Pike is our spot; there’s no need to register, just join us there from 11:30am – 1:00pm. 

• “The Nuts and Bolts of Basic Home Repair” will teach you how to operate a fire extinguisher, patch holes in your walls, replace furnace filters, unclog sinks and drains, how to stop and overflowing toilet, and much more.  Meet at Grieve Hardware on Stroop Rd on Thursday, July 6 at 6:30pm

Bulletin for 11 Jun 2006

TRINITY SUNDAY – JUNE 11, 2006 Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40 Moses said to the people: “Ask from one end of the sky to the other: Did anything so great  ever happen before?” Romans 8:14-17 You received a spirit of adoption through which we cry out, “Abba!” Matthew 28:16-20 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all the nations…Teach them to carry everything I have commanded you.

THE BODY AND BLOOD OF THE LORD – JUNE 18, 2006 Exodus 24:3-8 This is the blood of the covenant which the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words of his. Hebrews 9:11-15 Christ came as high priest and with his own blood achieved eternal redemption. Mark 14:12-16, 22-26 This is my blood, the blood of the covenant, to be poured out on behalf of many.

Service Schedule	Server Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00am Morning Prayer 8:15am Mass (Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction, except on school mass days) Saturday 4:00pm Reconciliation Saturday 5:00pm Mass Sunday 11:00am Mass Sunday 6:00pm Mass	Saturday, June 17       5:00pm    Joshua Capozella, Caleb Capozella, Kyle Johnson       Sunday, June 18       11:00am    Tyler Gifford, Robert Gearhart, Kenneth White Sunday, June 18         6:00pm    Sifa Faustine, Nathan Markley, Jack Stump

HOSPITAL CALLS AND VISITATION:
Please notify the Rectory if a family member is in the hospital or at home with a severe or prolonged illness. In accord with current privacy policies, hospitals do not inform us of parishioners entering the hospital; they call only at the patient’s request.

Linda Paff, Mary Beth Welch, Gene Duff, Walter Uhlenhake

Entering the hospital? It is good to receive the sacrament of anointing before you go. You may schedule this at any Weekday Mass at 8:15 a.m., or call the Rectory at 252-9919.

REST IN PEACE
Our condolences to the family of Marilyn Thill, who died this week.  May light perpetual shine upon her and bring consolation to her family.

Parish Activities

Monday, June 12 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Matthew  5:1-12   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel               8:15 a.m. – Mass – Chapel   7:00 p.m. – St. Vincent De Paul – NMR   7:00 p.m. – Finance Mtg -- Rectory

Tuesday, June 13 – Anthony of Padua, priest, doctor Gospel Reading:  Matthew 5:13-16   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel              8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Tim Deger, dec. – Chapel 12:00 p.m. – Sewing Group

Wednesday, June 14 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Matthew 5:17-19   8:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer - Chapel   8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Chapel   1:00 p.m. – Free Spirits Bd Mtg – MSH   4:00 p.m. – Wedding Rehearsal   6:30 p.m. – Regional Partnering Mtg – St. Helen’s   7:00 p.m. – ICS PTO – ML   7:00 p.m. – Country Store Sewing – Sewing Rm   7:30 p.m. – K of C -- AER

Thursday, June 15 – Weekday   Gospel Reading:  Matthew 5:20-26   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel   8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel   7:00 p.m. – Parish Council -- AER

Friday, June 16 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Matthew 5:27-32   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel   8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel   5:30 p.m. -- BINGO

Saturday, June 17 – Weekday   1:30 p.m. -- Wedding   3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir – Church   4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation   5:00 p.m. – Mass – All Parishioners

Sunday, June 18 – The Body and Blood of Christ   9:00 a.m. – RCIA/Adult Ed – AER   9:00 a.m. – Choir Rehearsal 11:00 a.m. – Mass – Mary Gessler; Ronald VanLeeuwen; Ernesto D’Amico; Quintano Aracri, dec;  Luigi DePinto, dec. 12:00 p.m. – Corpus Christi Procession   6:00 p.m. – Rock With Jesus Mass – Marguerite DeBrosse, dec;

Parish News

A YEAR OF PRAYER

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND PRAYER
The parish theme for the new liturgical year is “Prayer". On the first Tuesday of each month, the Church will be open for prayer and adoration from 10:00am – 7:00pm. (Adoration is not exposition or benediction; it is simply adoratory prayer before the Blessed Sacrament contained in the tabernacle, and it is powerful.) Come pray for the parish and for all parishioners; pray for peace; pray for an increase in priestly and religious vocations. We are asking a commitment of one hour per month.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS AT I.C.
Join us each first Saturday at 8:15am for Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, seasonal litany, and Benediction each First Saturday of every month beginning at 8:15 a.m. in Church. Mass, Exposition, Rosary, Seasonal Litany, and Benediction are currently celebrated Mondays through Fridays beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel, any time there is not a school mass.

VOCATION VIEWS
Today we celebrate a central mystery of our faith.  Our triune God calls us to be his own and blesses us on our life journey.  What impact does this mystery have on your vocation?  (Psalm 34)

NEW MASS SCHEDULE  The new mass schedule goes into effect on Sunday, June 4, 2006.
Region 6 (Immaculate Conception & St. Helen's)
Immaculate Conception Saturday      5:00pm   Sunday    11:00am and 6:00pm     Holy Day Mass     8:15am and 7:00pm	St. Helen’s    Saturday        5:00pm Sunday        8:00am and 10:30am Holy Day Vigil Mass    7:00pm Holy Day Mass    6:30am and 8:15am
Region 5 (Ascension)     Saturday        5:00pm     Sunday        7:00am, 9:00am, 10:30am, and 12:00pm     Holy Day Vigil        7:00pm     Holy Day         6:30am, 9:00am, 12:00pm, and 7:00pm
Your Immaculate Conception tithe envelopes may be used at any of these masses, and will be returned to IC, your home parish.  Thanks for your continued support as we move to a new future in Region 6 with St. Helen’s, and in our collaborative efforts with Ascension.

SUMMER HOURS
Beginning June 12, the School Office will be open from 8:00am – 12:00pm Monday through Friday; the Rectory Office will be open 8:00am – 12:00pm Monday through Friday, and by appointment.

PARISH COUNCIL
We welcome our new Parish Council Members: Theresa Hargis, Laura McGarvey, Amanda Moran, Brian Shriver, and Heather Wheatley.  Steven Saus is the 2006-07 President.  Thanks to all the Parish Council members for their contributions to this important ministry.

ANNUAL BABY SHOWER
Thanks to the parishioners who donated many baby items, and over $100 in cash at the Annual Right to Life Baby Shower last month.  Everything goes to the Women’s Support Center in Kettering, to aid them in helping poor, expectant mothers with prenatal needs, and provide their infants with clothing, furniture, and other necessities.  If you missed the shower and would like to donate, please call Janet Charles at 254-4864.

FREE SPIRITS
If you are 50 years or older, you are welcome to join the Free Spirits for a fun afternoon with the Hat Lady at the meeting on June 14 at 1:00pm in MSH.  Bring a friend and a snack to share.
On Aug. 3, the Free Spirits are going to Boggstown IN for a Cabaret Show.  If you haven’t signed up, and would like to, or to get more information, call Gerry Albers at 252-9852.

RCIA/ADULT EDUCATION
Join us for the newly redesigned RCIA/Adult Education program in the Madonna Library.  Fr. Tony will lead RCIA and discussion of Faith, Scripture, and Church from 9:00am – 9:40am. Jason Wheatley, IC parishioner and Licensed Independent Social Worker, in private practice at Professional Psychology and Consultation, Inc., will lead classes from 9:45am –10:40am.  Bring a notebook and your enthusiasm for topics ranging from the Catholic faith to basic communication skills to health and wellness. 

Stewardship

A Gift of Treasure Parish Weekly Need:  $10,096.00 Tithe for June 3 and 4: Envelope $11,420.00 Loose    $   248.00          $11,668.00

Attendance              5:00     177 11: 00   515 6:00     371 Total   1063

CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE  Great News!  Private donors have offered us a challenging opportunity: for every dollar donated by the parish, they will match it dollar for dollar, up to $25,000.  This will make a big difference in funding our next project, which is replacing the church sound system. Total to Date  $ 18,053.50 May            $  3,715.50 Total          $ 21,769.00 EDUCATION FUND UPDATE The Education Fund currently has a matching grant program.  For every two dollars donated to the Education Fund a generous donor will match it with one dollar.  Thank you for your support and generosity to the Education Fund.  The monies currently being collected will allow IC to continue to have tuition aid available for our qualifying families in the future.  Total to Date $ 15,772.50 May           $  1,676.50 Total:        $ 17,449.00   The Restoration and Education Funds are “restricted”: they do not reflect nor impact the regular operating budget which depends on your weekly tithe contributions to the Church.

ALTAR FLOWERS
If you would like to commemorate a special event or person with altar flowers, please contact Katherine at the Rectory at 252-9919.

Regional News

A wonderful Memorial Day mass was celebrated on May 29 at St. Helen’s Church.  Many veterans were present, as well as the families of deployed and current service personnel.  Fr. Dave Brinkmoeller was the celebrant; Fr. Chris Worland blessed the military parties; and at the flagpole, Fr. Anthony Geraci led prayers for the deceased.  This was an excellent example of “partnering in action.”       

School News

CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to our 8th grade graduates: Thomas Bergman, Jonathan Bourquin, Caleb Capozella, Benjamin Connair, John Cooper, David Cordonnier, Stacie Covington, Ian Cross, Megan Davis, Brendan Dillon, Alan Dosky, Kelsey Duff, Katie Ervin, Kasey Gillispie, Katelyn Huntsberger, Rachel Janson, Robert Kasperski, Elizabeth Keller, Mary Grace Kochmar, Aaron Kolvek, Cyrll Lopez, Rebecca McKenzie, Nicholas Moshos, Corey Newton, Allyssa Oney, Kevin Schamel, Joseph Scupski, Carly Simmons, Katrina Socrates, Rachael Socrates, Umberto Speranza, Jordan Thomas, Kasey Urbansky, Karen Walling, Jessica Welch, Emylee Wetzel.

Congratulations to our 8th graders who were recognized for special achievement:

• Knights of Columbus Server Award:    Karen Walling
• Mary Beall Scholarship:        Stacie Covington and Umberto Speranza
• Athletic Association Falcon Award:    Karen Walling and Kevin Schamel
• Presidential Certificate for Academic Achievement:  Thomas Bergman, Jonathan Bourquin, Caleb Capozella, Benjamin Connair, Stacie Covington, Ian Cross, Megan Davis, Brendan Dillon, Katie Ervin, Rachel Janson, Robert Kasperski, Aaron Kolvek, Allyssa Oney, Kevin Schamel, Carly Simmons, Katrina Socrates, Umberto Speranza, and Karen Walling

WELCOME TO OUR NEW PRINCIPAL
Our new ICS principal is Karyn Hecker, who comes to us with 13 years of principal experience, and is currently the principal at Dayton Catholic Elementary School.  She holds her M.S. in Educational Administration from UD; she brings with her extensive experience in grant writing and her involvement in the Dayton Catholic School area campaign to provide tuition assistance.  Her first day at ICS will be July 10, 2006.
   
SCHOOL’S OUT FOR THE SUMMER!
To all the ICS students: have a safe and fun summer, and we’ll see you back in school in August!
The School Office will be open from 8:00am—12:00pm during June, 2006.

REGISTRATIONS
…are now being taken for the Daycare Summer Program and the Preschool Fall Registrations.  Contact Bill Wagner at 253-0201, or download the information from www.ics.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.us.

PARISH REGISTRATION/CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Visitors and Friends: Welcome to Immaculate Conception Church! The only sure way to become a registered member of the parish family is to fill out a registration form (below) or a pew card; drop either in the collection basket, or return it to the rectory office. There is no automatic registration if you attend mass regularly, or even if your children attend Immaculate Conception School or Immaculate Conception Religious Education Classes. If you have any questions please call the Rectory at 252-9919.

Out of Parish

PRACTICAL HEALING SERIES
Routsong Funeral Home sponsors this series of information and advice for people who have experienced a death or significant change in their lives.  You can register for any of these classes by calling 293-4137:

•  “The Lunch Bunch”: This is a casual gathering of adults who have experienced a loss.  We meet on the second Tuesday of each month to share (dutch treat) lunch and a few laughs.  Grindstone Charley’s Restaurant on Wilmington Pike is our spot; there’s no need to register, just join us there from 11:30am – 1:00pm. 

• “The Nuts and Bolts of Basic Home Repair” will teach you how to operate a fire extinguisher, patch holes in your walls, replace furnace filters, unclog sinks and drains, how to stop and overflowing toilet, and much more.  Meet at Grieve Hardware on Stroop Rd on Thursday, July 6 at 6:30pm.

FESTIVAL TIME!
St. Peter’s Church will hold its annual festival June 23-25, and the games will include Blackjack, Poker, Texas Hold ‘em, Showdown, and Chuck a Luck.  Food includes roasted chicken and BBQ ribs, steak sandwiches, grilled pork chops and more. For more information call 233-1503.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Looking for something special to do for your anniversary, a birthday, or the holidays?  How about a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend – a private enrichment weekend open to all married couples. The next weekend will be June 23-25.  For reservations or more information call Chuck and Carolyn at 848-2731.

Bulletin for 4 June, 2006

PENTECOST SUNDAY – JUNE 4, 2006 Acts 2:1-11 They began to express themselves in foreign tongues and make bold proclamation as the Spirit prompted them. 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 12-13 To each person the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. John 20:1-23 Receive the Holy Spirit.  If you forgive men’s sins, they are forgiven them.

TRINITY SUNDAY – JUNE 11, 2006 Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40 Moses said to the people: “Ask from one end of the sky to the other: Did anything so great  ever happen before?” Romans 8:14-17 You received a spirit of adoption through which we cry out, “Abba!” Matthew 28:16-20 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all the nations…Teach them to carry everything I have commanded you.

Service Schedule	Server Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00am Morning Prayer 8:15am Mass (Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction, except on school mass days) Saturday 4:00pm Reconciliation Saturday 5:00pm Mass Sunday 11:00am Mass Sunday 6:00pm Mass	Saturday, June 3       5:00pm Joshua Capozella, Caleb Capozella, Shelly Baker Sunday, June 4       11:00am Deanna Shaw, Ben Connair, Chris Connair Sunday, June 4         6:00pm Christina Jackowski, Tyler Bundy, Jack Stump

HOSPITAL CALLS AND VISITATION:
Please notify the Rectory if a family member is in the hospital or at home with a severe or prolonged illness. In accord with current privacy policies, hospitals do not inform us of parishioners entering the hospital; they call only at the patient’s request.

May B. Welch, Walter Uhlenhake

Entering the hospital? It is good to receive the sacrament of anointing before you go. You may schedule this at any Weekday Mass at 8:15 a.m., or call the Rectory at 252-9919.

REST IN PEACE
We offer condolences to the families of Urban Vondrell,  Janae Kinney, Mary Borton, and Ray Duckro who died this past week.  May light perpetual shine upon them and bring consolation to their families.

Parish Activities

Monday, June 5 – Boniface, bishop, martyr Gospel Reading:  Mark 12:1-12   8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel               8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Marie Korte, dec- Chapel   3:00 p.m. – Blood Drive – MSH   6:15 p.m. – Serra Mass

Tuesday, June 6 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Mark 12:13-17 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel            8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Patrick Kennedy – Chapel 10:00 a.m. – Adoration – Church (till 7:00pm) 12:00 p.m. – Sewing Group 6:30 p.m. – Rosary Altar Banquet - MSH

Wednesday, June 7 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Mark 12:18-27 8:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer - Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass –- Mary Ann Westendorf, dec.—Chapel 10:00 a.m. – Free Spirits Bd Mtg – AER 6:30 p.m. – Follow up Mtg for PC, Educ. Comm, Finance Comm, TFTF - MSH

Thursday, June 8 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Mark 12:28-34 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass – Chapel

Friday, June 9 – Weekday Gospel Reading:  Mark 12:35-37 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel 8:15 a.m. – All School Mass –- Lynn McGarry, dec. – Church 4:30 p.m. – Wedding Rehearsal 5:30 p.m. -- BINGO

Saturday, June 10 – Weekday 1:30 p.m. -- Wedding 3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir – Church 4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. – Mass – All Parishioners.

Sunday, June 11 – Most Holy Trinity 9:00 a.m. – RCIA/Adult Ed -- AER 11:00 a.m. – Family Mass – Ronald Oldiges, dec. 6:00 p.m. – Rock With Jesus Mass – Marguerite DeBrosse, dec; Laura Brooks, the Elizabeth Winkeljohn Family

Parish News

A YEAR OF PRAYER

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND PRAYER
The parish theme for the new liturgical year is “Prayer". On the first Tuesday of each month, the Church will be open for prayer and adoration from 10:00am – 7:00pm. (Adoration is not exposition or benediction; it is simply adoratory prayer before the Blessed Sacrament contained in the tabernacle, and it is powerful.) Come pray for the parish and for all parishioners; pray for peace; pray for an increase in priestly and religious vocations. We are asking a commitment of one hour per month.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS AT I.C.
Join us each first Saturday at 8:15am for Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, seasonal litany, and Benediction each First Saturday of every month beginning at 8:15 a.m. in Church. Mass, Exposition, Rosary, Seasonal Litany, and Benediction are currently celebrated Mondays through Fridays beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel, any time there is not a school mass.

VOCATION VIEWS
Jesus sends us the gift of peace and the Spirit to renew the earth.  Use the gifts He’s given you.  Let the Holy Spirit fill you and use you!  (John 20:19-23)

NEW MASS SCHEDULE  The new mass schedule goes into effect on Sunday, June 4, 2006.
Region 6 (Immaculate Conception & St. Helen's)
Immaculate Conception Saturday      5:00pm   Sunday    11:00am and 6:00pm     Holy Day Mass     8:15am and 7:00pm	St. Helen’s    Saturday        5:00pm Sunday        8:00am and 10:30am Holy Day Vigil Mass    7:00pm Holy Day Mass    6:30am and 8:15am
Region 5 (Ascension)     Saturday        5:00pm     Sunday        7:00am, 9:00am, 10:30am, and 12:00pm     Holy Day Vigil        7:00pm     Holy Day         6:30am, 9:00am, 12:00pm, and 7:00pm
Your Immaculate Conception tithe envelopes may be used at any of these masses, and will be returned to IC, your home parish.  Thanks for your continued support as we move to a new future in Region 6 with St. Helen’s, and in our collaborative efforts with Ascension.

SUMMER HOURS (summertime clip art, please!)
Beginning June 12, the School Office will be open from 8:00am – 12:00pm Monday through Friday; the Rectory Office will be open 8:00am – 12:00pm Monday through Friday, and by appointment.

FREE SPIRITS
If you are 50 years or older, you are welcome to join the Free Spirits for a fun afternoon with the Hat Lady at the meeting on June 14 at 1:00pm in MSH.  Bring a friend and a snack to share.
On Aug. 3, the Free Spirits are going to Boggstown IN for a Cabaret Show.  If you haven’t signed up, and would like to, or to get more information, call Gerry Albers at 252-9852.

MARTHAS
The Marthas are a group of parishioners who provide a post-funeral dinner for the family of a deceased parishioner.  The dinner is served in MSH with the Rosary Altar members providing hospitality, beverages, paper products, and table service.  The Marthas supply the food, and we need your help in providing hot casseroles, desserts, and side dishes/salads.  If you can help, please call Barbi Byrd at 256-0625.

RCIA/ADULT EDUCATION
Join us for the newly redesigned RCIA/Adult Education program in the Madonna Library.  Fr. Tony will lead RCIA and discussion of Faith, Scripture, and Church from 9:00am – 9:40am. Jason Wheatley, IC parishioner and Licensed Independent Social Worker, in private practice at Professional Psychology and Consultation, Inc., will lead classes from 9:45am –10:40am.  Bring a notebook and your enthusiasm for topics ranging from the Catholic faith to basic communication skills to health and wellness.  

OUTREACH
When was the last time you wondered where your next meal was coming from?  Our St. Vincent DePaul food pantry hears daily from our neighbors who are in need of food for their families.  To help keep our shelves stocked, we have placed a barrel in the main vestibule for you to drop your food and other non-perishable donations.  We appreciate all you can give…but please, we CANNOT accept items that are past their expiration dates!

Stewardship

A Gift of Treasure Parish Weekly Need:  $10,096.00 Tithe for May 27 and 28: Contributions Envelope $  9,196.42 Loose    $    507.00          $  9,703.42

Attendance              5:00    165 9:00    169 11: 00  209 6:00    339 Total   882

CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE  Great News!  Private donors have offered us a challenging opportunity: for every dollar donated by the parish, they will match it dollar for dollar, up to $25,000.  This will make a big difference in funding our next project, which is replacing the church sound system. Total to Date  $ 18,053.50 May            $  3,715.50 Total          $ 21,769.00 EDUCATION FUND UPDATE The Education Fund currently has a matching grant program.  For every two dollars donated to the Education Fund a generous donor will match it with one dollar.  Thank you for your support and generosity to the Education Fund.  The monies currently being collected will allow IC to continue to have tuition aid available for our qualifying families in the future.  Total to Date $ 15,772.50 May           $  1,676.50 Total:        $ 17,449.00   The Restoration and Education Funds are “restricted”: they do not reflect nor impact the regular operating budget which depends on your weekly tithe contributions to the Church.

ALTAR FLOWERS
If you would like to commemorate a special event or person with altar flowers, please contact Katherine at the Rectory at 252-9919.

Partnering News

The revised/updated regional plan for Immaculate Conception and St. Helen’s goes to the Dayton Deanery on June 15.  Once the plan is accepted by the Deanery, a summarized report will be published in the bulletin. 
    The Regional Planning Committee continues to explore areas where IC and St. Helen’s can work together, sharing resources and providing a stronger program for the Catholic community.       

School News

CAMPBELL’S LABELS UPDATE
Thank you!  Our parishioners have donated over 15,000 labels during this school year!  Yes, you read that right:  15,000 labels given to benefit our school.  The teachers were able to order as art supplies, videos on insects and animals for the primary grades, electric staplers and pencil sharpeners, and gym balls.  Keep clipping those labels, and you can drop them in the boxes in the south and main vestibules.

REGISTRATIONS
…are now being taken for the Daycare Summer Program and the Preschool Fall Registrations.  Contact Bill Wagner at 253-0201, or download the information from www.ics.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.us.

PARISH REGISTRATION/CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Visitors and Friends: Welcome to Immaculate Conception Church! The only sure way to become a registered member of the parish family is to fill out a registration form (below) or a pew card; drop either in the collection basket, or return it to the rectory office. There is no automatic registration if you attend mass regularly, or even if your children attend Immaculate Conception School or Immaculate Conception Religious Education Classes. If you have any questions please call the Rectory at 252-9919.

Out of Parish

AARP
The Belmont-Patterson Chapter 3858 of the AARP will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, June 6 at 1:30pm at Lohrey Center.  This is our indoor picnic: come see old friends and make new ones.  Bring a covered dish to share; meat and beverages will be provided.  For more information call Scott Pedicord at 252-1671.

PRACTICAL HEALING SERIES
Routsong Funeral Home sponsors this series of information and advice for people who have experienced a death or significant change in their lives.  You can register for any of these classes by calling 293-4137:

• “Eating to Heal: Good Habits to Develop in the Kitchen” will show you the right foods to eats and how to prepare them simply and tastefully.  This workshop will be held at Dorothy Lane Market in Centerville on Tuesday, June 6, from 6:00pm – 8:30pm.
• “Love, Loss and Healing”: receive practical information on stress management, how to handle holidays and special occasions, and how to enhance your coping skills.  Learn what normal and natural grief reactions are.  Be surrounded by people who are experiencing some of the same feelings you are.  Group meets once a week for six weeks, from 6:00pm – 8:00pm June 7, 14, 21,28 and July 5, 12 at the Routsong Funeral Home in Kettering.
• “The Lunch Bunch”: This is a casual gathering of adults who have experienced a loss.  We meet on the second Tuesday of each month to share (dutch treat) lunch and a few laughs.  Grindstone Charley’s Restaurant on Wilmington Pike is our spot; there’s no need to register, just join us there from 11:30am – 1:00pm. 
• “The Nuts and Bolts of Basic Home Repair” will teach you how to operate a fire extinguisher, patch holes in your walls, replace furnace filters, unclog sinks and drains, how to stop and overflowing toilet, and much more.  Meet at Grieve Hardware on Stroop Rd on Thursday, July 6 at 6:30pm.

FESTIVAL TIME!
St. Helen’s Parish will host its Annual Spring Festival June 9-11; there will be rides, refreshments, game booths, and a flea market.  There is a $10 ride special from 1:00pm – 6:00pm on Saturday and Sunday—unlimited rides for only $10 per bracelet.  For more information call 254-6233.

St. Peter’s Church will hold its annual festival June 23-25, and the games will include Blackjack, Poker, Texas Hold ‘em, Showdown, and Chuck a Luck.  Food includes roasted chicken and BBQ ribs, steak sandwiches, grilled pork chops and more  For more information call 233-1503.


REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT
You have read about the suffering of people around the world, in the Sudan, Somalia, and the former Soviet Union.  Through its Refugee Resettlement program, Catholic Social Services assists refugees in building new lives in our community.  We need your help in this ministry: can you donate one weekend per year to collect and deliver donated items such as furniture, appliances, or other household goods?  We need a few strong people – and their pickup trucks!  For more information call 223-7217, ext. 1104.