Bulletin for 24 December, 2006
A YEAR OF GRACE
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT – DECEMBER 24, 2006
Micah 5:1-4
From you, Bethlehem, shall come forth one who is to ruler in Israel.
Hebrews 10:5-10
A new covenant is established in Jesus Christ.
Luke 1:39-45
Elizabeth greeted Mary: “Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb.”
CHRISTMAS VIGIL MASS – DECEMBER 24, 2006
Isaiah 62:1-5
As a bridegroom rejoices in his bride so shall your God rejoice in you.
Acts 13:16-17, 22-25
God has brought forth from David’s descendants Jesus, a savior for Israel.
Matthew 1:1-25
The angel appears to Joseph.
CHRISTMAS MIDNIGHT MASS
Isaiah 9:1-6
A child is born to us, a son is given us.
Titus 2:11-14
The grace of God has appeared, offering salvation to all.
Luke 2:1-14
This day in David’s city a savior has been born to you, the Messiah and Lord.
CHRISTMAS DAY MASS – DECEMBER 25, 2006
Isaiah 52:7-10
The Lord comforts his people, he redeems Jerusalem.
Hebrews 1:1-6
In this, the final stage, God has spoken through his Son, the reflection of the Father’s glory.
John 1:1-18
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.
THE HOLY FAMILY – DECEMBER 31, 2006
Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14
The Lord sets a father in honor over his children; a mother’s authority he confirms.
Colossians 3:12-21
Let the word of Christ, rich as it is, dwell in you.
Luke 2:22-40
This child is destined to be the downfall and the rise of many in Israel.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Monday 8:00am Morning Prayer
8:15am Communion
Tuesday – Friday 8:00am Morning Prayer
8:15am Mass (Followed with Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction, except school mass days)
Saturday 4:00pm Reconciliation
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS AT I.C. Join us at 8:15am for Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, seasonal litany, and Benediction each First Saturday of every month. Mass, Exposition, Rosary, Seasonal Litany, and Benediction are currently celebrated Mondays through Fridays beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel.
VOCATION VIEWS
Mary trusted that the Lord’s words to her would be fulfilled. Step out in faith and God will be there to guide you. (Luke 1:39-45). For vocation information call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513) 421-3131 ext 354.
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.
George Mischler, J.J. Leen, Mike Clark, Liz Barrett, Ed Cain, Eileen Schumacher
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.
THIS WEEK’S PARISH ACTIVITIES…
Monday, December 25 – The Nativity of the Lord Gospel Reading: John 1:1-18 10:00 a.m. – Christmas Day Mass – Albert Hart, dec.
Tuesday, December 26 – Stephen, first martyr Gospel Reading: Matthew 10:17-22 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Communion Service -- Chapel
Wednesday, December 27 – John, apostle, evangelist Gospel Reading: John 20:1a and 2-8 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass—Licy and Joseph --Chapel
Thursday, December 28 – Holy Innocents, martyrs Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:13-18 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass –Art Kronenberger, dec.-- Chapel
Friday, December 29 – Fifth Day of Christmas Gospel Reading: 1 John:3-11 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass—Vincent Orlando, dec.– Chapel 5:30 p.m. -- BINGO
Saturday, December 30 – Sixth Day of Christmas 3:30 p.m. – Folk Choir 4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. – Mass—Esther McClain, dec; Mary Ann Westendorf, dec.
Sunday, December 31 – Holy Family 9:00 a.m. – Adult Choir – Church 11:00 a.m.– Mass – All Parishioners 6:00 p.m. – Rock Mass -- Clark and Iimura Families
PARISH NEWS
MERRY CHRISTMAS
The Immaculate Conception staff wishes you and your family a safe and joyous Christmas holiday! The School Office will close on Thursday, Dec. 21 and the Rectory Office will close on Monday, Dec. 25; both will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 3. The IC Daycare will be closed on Friday, Dec. 22; Monday, Dec. 25; Friday, Dec. 29, and Monday, Jan. 1.
THANKS
Many thanks to those parishioners who donated their time, talent, and treasure to decorate our church so beautifully for Christmas.
BAPTISM PREP CLASS
The next Baptism Preparation session for parents seeking baptism for young children (age 0-6) is Monday, Jan. 8. The sessions are in Madonna Library at 7:00pm. Grandparents and godparents are welcome to attend with the parents if they wish. This instruction will not be held again until March, so if you want to schedule a baptism before then, you must attend the January class. Call Charlotte Flohre for more information and to register, 252-9919.
TITHE ENVELOPES
Remember to pick up your 2007 tithe envelopes in the main vestibule! We ordered them for active parishioners who used them on a regular basis in the past six months; if yours aren’t there, add you name to the list, or call Katherine at the Rectory, 252-9919.
ITE MISSA EST
On Wednesday, Jan. 10, the IC Adult Faith Formation will present “Oh My God, Another Crisis!”, lessons in crisis management. This event is free, but donations are gladly accepted.
WINNERS CIRCLE
Congratulations to our newest winners! For only a $5 donation, they won $100 every time the Ohio Lottery called their number. You can get Winner’s Circle tickets in the Rectory Office during regular business hours. #326 Anna Acklin, Fairborn #749 Julie Hill, Laura #558 Bev Scheper, Dayton #901 Paul Dickenson, Tipp City #269 Nick Arch, Dayton #275 Eileen Schumacher, Dayton #659 Brittany Williams, Westerville # 628 Rosemary Malone, Kettering
CDs & DVDs FOR SALE
Fr. Satish has prepared a two-CD set featuring “Bread of Life” and “The Eucharist Step by Step”; and a DVD with “The Eucharist Step by Step”. The CDs sell for $20, the DVD for $15, and both can be purchased for $30. The monies raised will benefit India missions and the IC Adult Faith Formation, Ite Missa Est. You can purchase the CDs and DVDs after masses, or in the Rectory during regular business hours.
WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS
Immaculate welcomes new faces to our parish family: Jeff & Jan Herman and Family, Andre & Thais Flory, John & Brenda Weller and Family, Julie Reiter, Matthew Pellerite, Robert & Yushema Sammons and Family, Hannah Arel, Cleveland & Carol Bullard and Family, Amber McPherson, Joy Prado, Dana Smith & Danny Wagner and Family, Robert & Barbara Newbauer, Philip DeMarchis & Ellie Ferguson, Alejandro & Barbara Moreda and Family, Mark & Susan Sheets and Family, Alicia Enright and Family, Christopher & Melissa Jasko and Family, Shiv Amapathi, Brian & Janet Pate and Family, Cynthia Finley and Family, Frank & Madonna Miller, Kimberly Crisp and Family, Alicia Marshall and Family, Rachel St. Laurent, Russell & Tammy Angel and Family, Gerry & Patsy Mahle and Family, Michael Bir, and Kathleen Nugent and Family.
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm Christina Braaksma, Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Jeanne Schoenharl, Alice Schulte, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Terri Welch Sunday, December 31 11:00am Carmella Ford, Shirley Deger, Tom Deger, Theresa O’Connell, Leroy Watson, Shirley Watson Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Domonique Cooper, Teresa Chandler, Katie Ervin, Sarah Fortener, Helly Freudenschuss, Debbie Goldberg, Theresa Hargis, Kelly Martin, Karen Walling, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer Monday, January 1 10:00am Carmella Ford, Shirley Deger, Tom Deger, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Jeanne Schoenharl, Leroy Watson, Shirley Watson
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm John & Jeanne Schoenharl
Sunday, December 31 11:00am Paul & Eleanor Firment
Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Fortener Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm K. Ross, Pat Schneider
Sunday, December 31 11:00am Shirley Deger, Tony Hart
Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Debbie Goldberg, Pat Zimmer
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm Megan Butler, Maria Sparaco, Sal Sparaco
Sunday, December 31 11:00am Robert Gearhart, Tyler Gifford, Amanda Robinette
Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Christina Jackowski, Elizabeth Wagner
Monday, January 1 10:00am Sharon Coutinho, Sifa Faustine, Sarah Sherman
A Gift of Treasure
Parish Weekly Need: $10,180.00
Due to the holiday schedule, all tithe and attendance information from the holidays will be posted in January..
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: replacing the church sound system, including baffles, rewiring, acoustical adjustments, tiles, etc.
Total to Date $ 36,255.57
November $ 2,935.50
Total $ 39,191.07
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 extended 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 $ 23,686.57
November 1,229.50
Total: $ 24,916.07
The Restoration and Education Funds are “restricted”: they do not reflect nor affect 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.
SCHOOL NEWS (schoolhouse clip art)
ICS FUN FACTS
**ICS now has 209 students enrolled in grades K-8
**Several ICS artists received awards at the UD “Nativity Through Children’s Eyes” exhibit, on display in the UD
Library. Matt Barnes won $50 , Katy Mikola won $25, and Philip Connair, Georgie Ravelli, Kasey Riffey, and Gabby Tunney received Honorable Mentions. Congratulations to all of our talented students whose work was submitted!
**ICS students collected 564 pairs of socks for St. Vincent DePaul.
**The Kindergarteners recently visited Aullwood Farm to see the real ‘friendly beasts’ and to make hand-dipped beeswax candles.
**First and second graders celebrated St. Nicks Day with a service project: they made placemats for Huffman Place Senior Community Center Christmas Party
**Student Council sponsored a sucker sale, with proceeds to go to the Giving Tree
**IC Daycare has moved to their new rooms in the junior high wing, and offers preschool for ages 3-5, in addition to all-day care, and after school programs for ages 6-11.
BASEBALL/VOLLEYBALL SIGNUPS
ICS Baseball/Volleyball signups will be held Tuesday, Dec. 19 and Wednesday, Jan. 3 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm in MSH. Students in grades 4-8 are eligible; the cost is $35 for baseball and $45 for volleyball. Please call Barbi Byrd for information.
FISH FRY
Yes, it’s that time of year again…time to start lining up our volunteers for the annual ICS PTO Fish Fry. If you would like to chair a booth (we really need Kitchen and Black Jack chairs!), work in a booth, help cook and/or clean up, please call Andrea Ravelli at 252-2923, or Barbi Byrd at 256-0625. Admission tickets will be available beginning Jan. 16 in the School and Rectory Offices during regular business hour; tickets are $9 in advance and $10 at the door.
CERTIFICATE AND SCRIPT PROGRAMS
There are so many easy ways to benefit our school when you shop at local businesses!
KROGER offers community rewards with their reloadable cards. Simply purchase a card at church or school for $5 (the $5 value is already loaded on the card), and load your card before purchasing your groceries. At the end of the month, Kroger send ICS a check for a percentage of purchases—the more purchases, the higher the percentage.
SHERWIN WILLIAMS has a rebate program. ICS cards are available in the vestibules. TARGET charge customers can designate ICS as their partner by registering at the customer service desk or online at Target.com
The SUNU COLLECTION at the Fairfield Commons Mall is a new vendor on our list of community partners. The store carries olive wood sculptures, mother of pearl items, rosaries, and much more, and will remit 10% to ICS; pick up a flyer in the main vestibule.
In addition, we also have a terrific script program where you can purchase gift certificates from national retailers, restaurants, gas stations, and more. See the order forms in the vestibules, online at icdayton.org, or contact Judy Markley at 254-2805.
As always, Kohl’s and Dot’s certificates are available through the church and the school. Kohl’s certificates may be used to pay on Kohl’s charge card bills, or as cash in the store. Dot’s certificates provide the parish with a percentage of each certificate sold.
Please patronize these businesses AND help our school at the same time!
EDCHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM
The next EdChoice application period will run from Jan. 27, 2007 – Apr. 20, 2007 for the 2007-2008 school year. Eligibility for a scholarship is determined by attendance and/or assignment to a school that has been rated in “academic emergency” or “academic watch” for the past three years. A list of these schools is posted on the EdChoice website at http://EdChoice.Ohio.gov, or you may call the school office at 253-8831.
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..
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT – DECEMBER 24, 2006
Micah 5:1-4
From you, Bethlehem, shall come forth one who is to ruler in Israel.
Hebrews 10:5-10
A new covenant is established in Jesus Christ.
Luke 1:39-45
Elizabeth greeted Mary: “Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb.”
CHRISTMAS VIGIL MASS – DECEMBER 24, 2006
Isaiah 62:1-5
As a bridegroom rejoices in his bride so shall your God rejoice in you.
Acts 13:16-17, 22-25
God has brought forth from David’s descendants Jesus, a savior for Israel.
Matthew 1:1-25
The angel appears to Joseph.
CHRISTMAS MIDNIGHT MASS
Isaiah 9:1-6
A child is born to us, a son is given us.
Titus 2:11-14
The grace of God has appeared, offering salvation to all.
Luke 2:1-14
This day in David’s city a savior has been born to you, the Messiah and Lord.
CHRISTMAS DAY MASS – DECEMBER 25, 2006
Isaiah 52:7-10
The Lord comforts his people, he redeems Jerusalem.
Hebrews 1:1-6
In this, the final stage, God has spoken through his Son, the reflection of the Father’s glory.
John 1:1-18
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.
THE HOLY FAMILY – DECEMBER 31, 2006
Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14
The Lord sets a father in honor over his children; a mother’s authority he confirms.
Colossians 3:12-21
Let the word of Christ, rich as it is, dwell in you.
Luke 2:22-40
This child is destined to be the downfall and the rise of many in Israel.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Monday 8:00am Morning Prayer
8:15am Communion
Tuesday – Friday 8:00am Morning Prayer
8:15am Mass (Followed with Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction, except school mass days)
Saturday 4:00pm Reconciliation
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS AT I.C. Join us at 8:15am for Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, seasonal litany, and Benediction each First Saturday of every month. Mass, Exposition, Rosary, Seasonal Litany, and Benediction are currently celebrated Mondays through Fridays beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel.
VOCATION VIEWS
Mary trusted that the Lord’s words to her would be fulfilled. Step out in faith and God will be there to guide you. (Luke 1:39-45). For vocation information call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513) 421-3131 ext 354.
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.
George Mischler, J.J. Leen, Mike Clark, Liz Barrett, Ed Cain, Eileen Schumacher
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.
THIS WEEK’S PARISH ACTIVITIES…
Monday, December 25 – The Nativity of the Lord Gospel Reading: John 1:1-18 10:00 a.m. – Christmas Day Mass – Albert Hart, dec.
Tuesday, December 26 – Stephen, first martyr Gospel Reading: Matthew 10:17-22 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Communion Service -- Chapel
Wednesday, December 27 – John, apostle, evangelist Gospel Reading: John 20:1a and 2-8 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass—Licy and Joseph --Chapel
Thursday, December 28 – Holy Innocents, martyrs Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:13-18 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass –Art Kronenberger, dec.-- Chapel
Friday, December 29 – Fifth Day of Christmas Gospel Reading: 1 John:3-11 8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel 8:15 a.m. – Mass—Vincent Orlando, dec.– Chapel 5:30 p.m. -- BINGO
Saturday, December 30 – Sixth Day of Christmas 3:30 p.m. – Folk Choir 4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. – Mass—Esther McClain, dec; Mary Ann Westendorf, dec.
Sunday, December 31 – Holy Family 9:00 a.m. – Adult Choir – Church 11:00 a.m.– Mass – All Parishioners 6:00 p.m. – Rock Mass -- Clark and Iimura Families
PARISH NEWS
MERRY CHRISTMAS
The Immaculate Conception staff wishes you and your family a safe and joyous Christmas holiday! The School Office will close on Thursday, Dec. 21 and the Rectory Office will close on Monday, Dec. 25; both will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 3. The IC Daycare will be closed on Friday, Dec. 22; Monday, Dec. 25; Friday, Dec. 29, and Monday, Jan. 1.
THANKS
Many thanks to those parishioners who donated their time, talent, and treasure to decorate our church so beautifully for Christmas.
BAPTISM PREP CLASS
The next Baptism Preparation session for parents seeking baptism for young children (age 0-6) is Monday, Jan. 8. The sessions are in Madonna Library at 7:00pm. Grandparents and godparents are welcome to attend with the parents if they wish. This instruction will not be held again until March, so if you want to schedule a baptism before then, you must attend the January class. Call Charlotte Flohre for more information and to register, 252-9919.
TITHE ENVELOPES
Remember to pick up your 2007 tithe envelopes in the main vestibule! We ordered them for active parishioners who used them on a regular basis in the past six months; if yours aren’t there, add you name to the list, or call Katherine at the Rectory, 252-9919.
ITE MISSA EST
On Wednesday, Jan. 10, the IC Adult Faith Formation will present “Oh My God, Another Crisis!”, lessons in crisis management. This event is free, but donations are gladly accepted.
WINNERS CIRCLE
Congratulations to our newest winners! For only a $5 donation, they won $100 every time the Ohio Lottery called their number. You can get Winner’s Circle tickets in the Rectory Office during regular business hours. #326 Anna Acklin, Fairborn #749 Julie Hill, Laura #558 Bev Scheper, Dayton #901 Paul Dickenson, Tipp City #269 Nick Arch, Dayton #275 Eileen Schumacher, Dayton #659 Brittany Williams, Westerville # 628 Rosemary Malone, Kettering
CDs & DVDs FOR SALE
Fr. Satish has prepared a two-CD set featuring “Bread of Life” and “The Eucharist Step by Step”; and a DVD with “The Eucharist Step by Step”. The CDs sell for $20, the DVD for $15, and both can be purchased for $30. The monies raised will benefit India missions and the IC Adult Faith Formation, Ite Missa Est. You can purchase the CDs and DVDs after masses, or in the Rectory during regular business hours.
WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS
Immaculate welcomes new faces to our parish family: Jeff & Jan Herman and Family, Andre & Thais Flory, John & Brenda Weller and Family, Julie Reiter, Matthew Pellerite, Robert & Yushema Sammons and Family, Hannah Arel, Cleveland & Carol Bullard and Family, Amber McPherson, Joy Prado, Dana Smith & Danny Wagner and Family, Robert & Barbara Newbauer, Philip DeMarchis & Ellie Ferguson, Alejandro & Barbara Moreda and Family, Mark & Susan Sheets and Family, Alicia Enright and Family, Christopher & Melissa Jasko and Family, Shiv Amapathi, Brian & Janet Pate and Family, Cynthia Finley and Family, Frank & Madonna Miller, Kimberly Crisp and Family, Alicia Marshall and Family, Rachel St. Laurent, Russell & Tammy Angel and Family, Gerry & Patsy Mahle and Family, Michael Bir, and Kathleen Nugent and Family.
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm Christina Braaksma, Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Jeanne Schoenharl, Alice Schulte, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Terri Welch Sunday, December 31 11:00am Carmella Ford, Shirley Deger, Tom Deger, Theresa O’Connell, Leroy Watson, Shirley Watson Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Domonique Cooper, Teresa Chandler, Katie Ervin, Sarah Fortener, Helly Freudenschuss, Debbie Goldberg, Theresa Hargis, Kelly Martin, Karen Walling, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer Monday, January 1 10:00am Carmella Ford, Shirley Deger, Tom Deger, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Jeanne Schoenharl, Leroy Watson, Shirley Watson
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm John & Jeanne Schoenharl
Sunday, December 31 11:00am Paul & Eleanor Firment
Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Fortener Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm K. Ross, Pat Schneider
Sunday, December 31 11:00am Shirley Deger, Tony Hart
Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Debbie Goldberg, Pat Zimmer
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 30 5:00pm Megan Butler, Maria Sparaco, Sal Sparaco
Sunday, December 31 11:00am Robert Gearhart, Tyler Gifford, Amanda Robinette
Sunday, December 31 6:00pm Christina Jackowski, Elizabeth Wagner
Monday, January 1 10:00am Sharon Coutinho, Sifa Faustine, Sarah Sherman
A Gift of Treasure
Parish Weekly Need: $10,180.00
Due to the holiday schedule, all tithe and attendance information from the holidays will be posted in January..
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: replacing the church sound system, including baffles, rewiring, acoustical adjustments, tiles, etc.
Total to Date $ 36,255.57
November $ 2,935.50
Total $ 39,191.07
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 extended 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 $ 23,686.57
November 1,229.50
Total: $ 24,916.07
The Restoration and Education Funds are “restricted”: they do not reflect nor affect 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.
SCHOOL NEWS (schoolhouse clip art)
ICS FUN FACTS
**ICS now has 209 students enrolled in grades K-8
**Several ICS artists received awards at the UD “Nativity Through Children’s Eyes” exhibit, on display in the UD
Library. Matt Barnes won $50 , Katy Mikola won $25, and Philip Connair, Georgie Ravelli, Kasey Riffey, and Gabby Tunney received Honorable Mentions. Congratulations to all of our talented students whose work was submitted!
**ICS students collected 564 pairs of socks for St. Vincent DePaul.
**The Kindergarteners recently visited Aullwood Farm to see the real ‘friendly beasts’ and to make hand-dipped beeswax candles.
**First and second graders celebrated St. Nicks Day with a service project: they made placemats for Huffman Place Senior Community Center Christmas Party
**Student Council sponsored a sucker sale, with proceeds to go to the Giving Tree
**IC Daycare has moved to their new rooms in the junior high wing, and offers preschool for ages 3-5, in addition to all-day care, and after school programs for ages 6-11.
BASEBALL/VOLLEYBALL SIGNUPS
ICS Baseball/Volleyball signups will be held Tuesday, Dec. 19 and Wednesday, Jan. 3 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm in MSH. Students in grades 4-8 are eligible; the cost is $35 for baseball and $45 for volleyball. Please call Barbi Byrd for information.
FISH FRY
Yes, it’s that time of year again…time to start lining up our volunteers for the annual ICS PTO Fish Fry. If you would like to chair a booth (we really need Kitchen and Black Jack chairs!), work in a booth, help cook and/or clean up, please call Andrea Ravelli at 252-2923, or Barbi Byrd at 256-0625. Admission tickets will be available beginning Jan. 16 in the School and Rectory Offices during regular business hour; tickets are $9 in advance and $10 at the door.
CERTIFICATE AND SCRIPT PROGRAMS
There are so many easy ways to benefit our school when you shop at local businesses!
KROGER offers community rewards with their reloadable cards. Simply purchase a card at church or school for $5 (the $5 value is already loaded on the card), and load your card before purchasing your groceries. At the end of the month, Kroger send ICS a check for a percentage of purchases—the more purchases, the higher the percentage.
SHERWIN WILLIAMS has a rebate program. ICS cards are available in the vestibules. TARGET charge customers can designate ICS as their partner by registering at the customer service desk or online at Target.com
The SUNU COLLECTION at the Fairfield Commons Mall is a new vendor on our list of community partners. The store carries olive wood sculptures, mother of pearl items, rosaries, and much more, and will remit 10% to ICS; pick up a flyer in the main vestibule.
In addition, we also have a terrific script program where you can purchase gift certificates from national retailers, restaurants, gas stations, and more. See the order forms in the vestibules, online at icdayton.org, or contact Judy Markley at 254-2805.
As always, Kohl’s and Dot’s certificates are available through the church and the school. Kohl’s certificates may be used to pay on Kohl’s charge card bills, or as cash in the store. Dot’s certificates provide the parish with a percentage of each certificate sold.
Please patronize these businesses AND help our school at the same time!
EDCHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM
The next EdChoice application period will run from Jan. 27, 2007 – Apr. 20, 2007 for the 2007-2008 school year. Eligibility for a scholarship is determined by attendance and/or assignment to a school that has been rated in “academic emergency” or “academic watch” for the past three years. A list of these schools is posted on the EdChoice website at http://EdChoice.Ohio.gov, or you may call the school office at 253-8831.
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..
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