Bulletin for 7 January, 2007

A YEAR OF GRACE

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD – JANUARY 7, 2007
Isaiah 60:1-6

Rise up in splendor, Jerusalem! Your light has come.

Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6

In Christ Jesus the Gentiles are now co-heirs with the Jews of the promise.

Matthew 2:1-12

The star which the astrologers had observed came to a standstill over the place where the child was.

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – JANUARY 14, 2007
Isaiah 62:1-5

As a bridegroom rejoices in his bride, so shall your God rejoice in you.

1 Corinthians 12:4-11

There are different gifts but the same Spirit.

John 2:1-12

Jesus performed this first of his signs at Cana in Galilee.

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
God’s Spirit is given to each person for the common good. What are your gifts? Be willing to share them for the good of others. (Luke 2:41-52). 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. J.J. Leen

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, January 8 – Baptism of the Lord
Gospel Reading: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
6:15 p.m. – Serra Mass – Chapel
7:00 p.m.—Baptism Prep Classes – Rectory
7:00 p.m. – Confirmation Mtg - MSH
Tuesday, January 9 – Weekday
Gospel Reading: Mark 1:21-28
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass - Chapel
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group—Sewing Rm
7:00 p.m. – ICS PTO – Rm 108
Wednesday, January 10 – Weekday
Gospel Reading: Mark 1:29-39
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass-Chapel
1:00 p.m. – Free Spirits – MSH
7:00 p.m. – Ite Missa Est – Church
7:00 p.m. – K of C -- ML
Thursday, January 11 – Weekday
Gospel Reading: Mark 1: 40-45
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel
6:30 p.m. – Cub Scouts
7:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
Friday, January 12 – Weekday
Gospel Reading: Mark 2:1-12
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – School Mass – Chapel
5:30 p.m. -- BINGO
Saturday, January 13 – Weekday
3:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass—Tim Deger, dec; Mary Ann Westendorf, dec.
Sunday, January 14 – Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 a.m. – Adult Choir – Church
9:15 a.m. – PREP – Undercroft
9:30 a.m. – RCIA - ML
11:00 a.m.– Family Mass – All Parishioners
6:00 p.m. – Rock Mass – Licy & Joseph


PARISH NEWS

FREE SPIRITS
Happy New Year from the over 50 crowd! Our next meeting is Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 1:00pm in MSH. Bring your pennies for Polish Poker, a friend, and a snack to share. Reminder: 2007 dues can be paid at this meeting. For more information call Mary Umina at 254-4405.

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.

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.

PRAYER CHAIN
In Luke 11:9, Jesus says to us, “Ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find; knock and it shall be opened to you.” We encourage you to call the Prayer Chain anytime you, a friend, neighbor, or relative is in need of prayer. We have a team of 13 people who pray daily for all the requests we receive, and we invite you to join this ministry. Call Barb Kohlreiser at 258-0207 to submit a prayer request or to join the team.

TITHE ENVELOPES
Remember to pick up your 2007 tithe envelopes in the main vestibule. We ordered them for active parishioners who have used them on a regular basis in the past six months; if yours aren’t there, add you name to the list located on the table in the main vestibule, or call Katherine at the Rectory, 252-9919.

MSH USE
Many parish organizations use the various meeting rooms in Msgr. Sherman Hall during the week, and our maintenance crew works very hard to ensure that the rooms are ready. Using the parish calendar, they unlock the appropriate rooms for that day. PLEASE DO NOT close the doors when your group is finished, as the doors will lock, and other groups will not be able to get in for their meeting. Maintenance will lock up in the evening. Thanks for your help!

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 Time and Talent

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, January 13 5:00 pm
Christina Braaksma, Debbie Goldberg, Jeanne Schoenharl, Pat Schneider, Alice Schulte, Pat & Mark Sheets
Sunday, January 14 11:00 am
Theresa & Tim O’Connell, Jen & Mike Reese, Bill Siskanetz, Bob & R.J. VanLeeuwen, Leroy Watson
Sunday, January 14 6:00pm
Nikki Barnhill, Debbie Goldberg, Megan Davis, Danielle Price, Theresa Hargis, Sylvia Schmitz, Suzanne Klase, Mary Jo Kochmar, Mary Grace Kochmar, Kelly Martin, Katie Ervin

GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, January 13 5:00pm The Plummer Family
Sunday, January 14 11:00am The Abel Family
Sunday, January 14 6:00pm The Ervin Family


LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, January 13 5:00pm Debbie Goldberg, Christina Braaksma
Sunday, January 14 11:00am Rae Brooks, Erik Ledford
Sunday, January 14 6:00pm Teresa Chandler, Ullainee Battigaglia

SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, January 13 5:00pm Shelly Baker, Sifa Faustine, Abby Plummer
Sunday, January 14 11:00am Kyle Abel, Tyler Gifford, Deanna Shaw
Sunday, January 14 6:00pm Zach Cross, Robert Gearhart, Jack Stump

A Gift of Treasure Thank you graphic

Tithe for Dec 23/24 & Christmas
Envelope Contributions $11,475.67
Loose Contributions $ 1,541.00
Christmas Collection $11,560.00
$24,576.67

ATTENDANCE

5:00pm 224
11:00am 254
5:00pm 915
12:00am 225

Total 1618

CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE
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. Contractors are compiling estimates. We will provide more details and information to come you as it becomes available. The church boiler work will begin later this month. Thank you for your continued support!

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

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.

OUT OF PARISH

UDLLI
The University of Dayton Lifelong Learning Institute (UDLLI) offers seniors from the Greater Miami Valley the opportunity to join other active seniors in a variety of informal discussion seminars. If you are interested in receiving a Winter program brochure, in moderating a seminar, or volunteering with this program, please call Special Programs and Continuing Education at 229-2347.