Bulletin for 18 February, 2007
A YEAR OF GRACE
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – FEBRUARY 18, 2007
1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT – FEBRUARY 25, 2007
Deuteronomy 26:4-10
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Monday
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
“Love your enemy and do good.” What would our world be like if we really did live this directive? You can make a difference! (Luke 6:27-38) 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.
Peggy Schirtzinger, Walt Portune, Robert Portune, Frank Burger, J.J. Leen, Philomena Manzo
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, February 19– Weekday Gospel Reading: Mark 9:14-29
SCHOOL & RECTORY CLOSED FOR PRESIDENTS’ DAY
Gospel Reading: Mark 9:30-37
Gospel Reading: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18
Gospel Reading: Matthew 16:13-19
Gospel Reading: Matthew 9:14-15
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
The School and Rectory Offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 19 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
ROSARY ALTAR
Attention all ladies of IC! You are cordially invited to Rosary Altar’s February meeting on Tuesday the 20th at 1:00pm in MSH. Following the meeting, scrumptious desserts will be provided by Carm Duckro, Alma Hart, Ruth Kreitzer, and Rita Tangeman—and these desserts can only be topped by the popular “dice game”. Don’t forget to bring a fascinating white elephant gift to exchange. Remember: “all are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this group!”
LENTEN REMINDERS – FAST AND ABSTINENCE
Ash Wednesday, Feb 21, 2007, and Good Friday, Apr. 6, 2007 are days of abstinence from meat and also days of fast, that is, limited to a single full meal. With regard to Good Friday, the teaching of the Second Vatican Council should be recalled: Let the paschal fast be kept sacred. Let it be celebrated everywhere on Good Friday and, where possible, prolonged throughout Holy Saturday, so that the joys of the Sunday of the Resurrection may be attained with uplifted and clear mind. Constitution on the Liturgy, No 110.
The other Fridays of the season of Lent are days of abstinence from meat; the law of abstinence binds Catholics 14 years and older. The law of fasting binds all Catholics from their 18th birthday until their 59th birthday (canons 97 and 1252).
WAY OF THE CROSS
Join us as we observe the Lenten season with the Way of the Cross on Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm in the Church. Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 27,each week we will follow a different format, reflecting on different aspects of the season. The Parish Penance Service will be held on Tuesday Mar. 13 at 7:00pm.
LENTEN RETREAT
On Saturday, Mar. 10, Fr. Satish will present “Help Me! Somebody”, a discussion of forgiveness and healing. This event will be held in the Church from 9am –1pm, and lunch will be provided. Tickets are $10 each, and pre-registration is required. For information call 252-9919.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The K of C is sponsoring their annual Lasagna Dinner after 5:00pm mass on Saturday, Feb. 17 in MSH. The menu includes lasagna, salad, French bread, dessert, and drink for only $6 for adults and $2.50 for children under 12. Join us for food and fellowship!
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
If you are celebrating your 25th, 50th, 60th, 70th, or 75th wedding anniversary this year, please call Katherine at the Rectory, 252-9919. The 2007 Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass for couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary will again be held in two locations this year: Saturday, Apr. 21 at 2:00pm at St. Christopher Church in Vandalia, for those parishes located in Mercer, Auglaize, Logan, Shelby, Darke, Miami, Clark, Champaign, Preble, Montgomery, and Green Counties; and Saturday, May 5 at 2:00pm at St. Peter in Chains Cathedral for those parishes in Butler, Warren, Clinton, Highland, Hamilton, Clermont, Brown, and Adams Counties. There are no tickets to the masses, and due to the large number of attendees, there is no reception following the liturgy.
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00 pm Christina Braaksma, Debbie Goldberg, Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Mary Ellen Reinhard, Clem Schirtzinger, Pat Schneider, Jeanne Schoenharl
Sunday, February 25 11:00 am
Erik Ledford, John Musto, Theresa O’Connell, Tim O’Connell, Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Bill Siskaninetz
Sunday, February 25 6:00pm
Julie Beall, Sarah Fortener, John Gardner, Debbie Goldberg, Mary Grace Kochmar, Mary Jo Kochmar, Suzanne Klase, Denise Post, Michael Wagner, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00pm Carmelita & Janet Duckro Sunday, February 25 11:00am Stephens Family Sunday, February 25 6:00pm Ervin Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00pm Mark Sheets, Jeanne Schoenharl Sunday, February 25 11:00am Rae Brooks, Shirley Deger Sunday, February 25 6:00pm Ann Leistner, Ullainee Battigaglia
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00pm Maria Sparaco, Sal Sparaco, Shelly Baker Sunday, February 25 11:00am Deanna Shaw, Matthew Barnes, Dabby Stevens Sunday, February 25 6:00pm Tyler Bundy, Elizabeth Wagner, Sarah Sherman
A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Feb 10/11
Envelope Contributions $ 9,508.15
Loose Contributions $ 415.00
Total $ 9,923.15 (BIG happy face)
ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 161
11:00am 271
6:00pm 382
Total 814
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 $ 43,505.37
January $ 2,735.00
Total $ 46,240.37
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 $ 27,477.07
January 1,000.00
Total: $ 27,477.07
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.
OUT OF PARISH
“THE NEED TO BE PROACTIVE…
…Financial Basics After the Death of a Loved One” is the topic of the free financial workshop offered by Routsong Funeral Home on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 2:00pm –5:00pm. Please call Routsong at 293-4137 by Feb. 22 to register.
POSITION OPENING
St. Christopher Parish and School is taking applications for Director of Development and Communications. This is a leadership role developing and implementing activities including public relations, communications effort, fund raising, short and long range planning, total stewardship and donor/data management. See complete position description at christophervandalia@catholicweb.com; email resume and salary history to jdunn@catholicweb.com no later than Feb. 22, 2007.
WOMEN’S RETREAT
The 13th Annual St. Francis Women’s Retreat is March 2-4 at Bergamo Center. The theme is Food for the Journey, and the retreat director is Fr. Jim Schimelphening, SM, D. Min. from U.D. Gift certificates and scholarships are available; for information call Bette Davis at 433-6971, or email bette.davis@att.net.
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.
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – FEBRUARY 18, 2007
1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23
Though the Lord delivered you unto my grasp, I would not harm the Lord’s anointed.1 Corinthians 15:45-49
Christ, the last Adam, has become a life-giving spirit.Luke 6:27-38
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT – FEBRUARY 25, 2007
Deuteronomy 26:4-10
Moses and Israel bring before the Lord the first fruits of the land the Lord gave them.Romans 10:8-13
All have the same Lord, who is rich in mercyLuke 4:1-13
Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert for forty days where he was tempted by the devil.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Monday
8:00am Morning PrayerTuesday – Friday
8:15am Communion
8:00am Morning PrayerSaturday
8:15am Mass (Followed with Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction, except school mass days)
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
“Love your enemy and do good.” What would our world be like if we really did live this directive? You can make a difference! (Luke 6:27-38) 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.
Peggy Schirtzinger, Walt Portune, Robert Portune, Frank Burger, J.J. Leen, Philomena Manzo
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, February 19– Weekday Gospel Reading: Mark 9:14-29
SCHOOL & RECTORY CLOSED FOR PRESIDENTS’ DAY
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – ChapelTuesday, February 20– Weekday
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
6:00 p.m. – Boy Scouts
7:00 p.m.—Parish Council - AER
Gospel Reading: Mark 9:30-37
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - ChapelWednesday, February 21 – Ash Wednesday
8:15 a.m. – Mass –- Chapel
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group—Sewing Rm
1:00 p.m. – Rosary Altar – MSH
7:00 p.m. – Finance Committee- Rectory
7:00 p.m. – Shrove Tuesday Prayer Service- St. Helen’s
Gospel Reading: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – ChapelThursday, February 22—Chair of St. Peter, apostle
8:15 a.m. – Mass—–-Chapel
9:30 a.m.—New Servers’ Training – Church
7:00 p.m. – Ash Wednesday Mass
Gospel Reading: Matthew 16:13-19
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – ChapelFriday, February 23- Lenten Weekday
8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Church
6:30 p.m. – Cub Scouts
7:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
Gospel Reading: Matthew 9:14-15
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – ChapelSunday, February 25 – Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:15 a.m. – Mass – Tom & Shirley Deger Wedding anniv --Chapel
5:30 p.m. -- BINGOSaturday, February 24 – Lenten Weekday 10:00 a.m. – Cub Scout Pinewood Derby and Blue & Gold Banquet - MSH
3:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass—All Parishioners
7:00 p.m. – PTO Fish Fry - ICS
9:00 a.m. – Adult Choir – ChurchPARISH NEWS
9:15 a.m. – PREP – Undercroft
9:30 a.m. – RCIA - ML
11:00 a.m.– Mass –Marge Knapke, dec.
6:00 p.m. – Rock Mass- Joe Umina, dec.
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
The School and Rectory Offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 19 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
ROSARY ALTAR
Attention all ladies of IC! You are cordially invited to Rosary Altar’s February meeting on Tuesday the 20th at 1:00pm in MSH. Following the meeting, scrumptious desserts will be provided by Carm Duckro, Alma Hart, Ruth Kreitzer, and Rita Tangeman—and these desserts can only be topped by the popular “dice game”. Don’t forget to bring a fascinating white elephant gift to exchange. Remember: “all are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this group!”
LENTEN REMINDERS – FAST AND ABSTINENCE
Ash Wednesday, Feb 21, 2007, and Good Friday, Apr. 6, 2007 are days of abstinence from meat and also days of fast, that is, limited to a single full meal. With regard to Good Friday, the teaching of the Second Vatican Council should be recalled: Let the paschal fast be kept sacred. Let it be celebrated everywhere on Good Friday and, where possible, prolonged throughout Holy Saturday, so that the joys of the Sunday of the Resurrection may be attained with uplifted and clear mind. Constitution on the Liturgy, No 110.
The other Fridays of the season of Lent are days of abstinence from meat; the law of abstinence binds Catholics 14 years and older. The law of fasting binds all Catholics from their 18th birthday until their 59th birthday (canons 97 and 1252).
WAY OF THE CROSS
Join us as we observe the Lenten season with the Way of the Cross on Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm in the Church. Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 27,each week we will follow a different format, reflecting on different aspects of the season. The Parish Penance Service will be held on Tuesday Mar. 13 at 7:00pm.
LENTEN RETREAT
On Saturday, Mar. 10, Fr. Satish will present “Help Me! Somebody”, a discussion of forgiveness and healing. This event will be held in the Church from 9am –1pm, and lunch will be provided. Tickets are $10 each, and pre-registration is required. For information call 252-9919.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The K of C is sponsoring their annual Lasagna Dinner after 5:00pm mass on Saturday, Feb. 17 in MSH. The menu includes lasagna, salad, French bread, dessert, and drink for only $6 for adults and $2.50 for children under 12. Join us for food and fellowship!
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
If you are celebrating your 25th, 50th, 60th, 70th, or 75th wedding anniversary this year, please call Katherine at the Rectory, 252-9919. The 2007 Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass for couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary will again be held in two locations this year: Saturday, Apr. 21 at 2:00pm at St. Christopher Church in Vandalia, for those parishes located in Mercer, Auglaize, Logan, Shelby, Darke, Miami, Clark, Champaign, Preble, Montgomery, and Green Counties; and Saturday, May 5 at 2:00pm at St. Peter in Chains Cathedral for those parishes in Butler, Warren, Clinton, Highland, Hamilton, Clermont, Brown, and Adams Counties. There are no tickets to the masses, and due to the large number of attendees, there is no reception following the liturgy.
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00 pm Christina Braaksma, Debbie Goldberg, Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Mary Ellen Reinhard, Clem Schirtzinger, Pat Schneider, Jeanne Schoenharl
Sunday, February 25 11:00 am
Erik Ledford, John Musto, Theresa O’Connell, Tim O’Connell, Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Bill Siskaninetz
Sunday, February 25 6:00pm
Julie Beall, Sarah Fortener, John Gardner, Debbie Goldberg, Mary Grace Kochmar, Mary Jo Kochmar, Suzanne Klase, Denise Post, Michael Wagner, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00pm Carmelita & Janet Duckro Sunday, February 25 11:00am Stephens Family Sunday, February 25 6:00pm Ervin Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00pm Mark Sheets, Jeanne Schoenharl Sunday, February 25 11:00am Rae Brooks, Shirley Deger Sunday, February 25 6:00pm Ann Leistner, Ullainee Battigaglia
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 24 5:00pm Maria Sparaco, Sal Sparaco, Shelly Baker Sunday, February 25 11:00am Deanna Shaw, Matthew Barnes, Dabby Stevens Sunday, February 25 6:00pm Tyler Bundy, Elizabeth Wagner, Sarah Sherman
A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Feb 10/11
Envelope Contributions $ 9,508.15
Loose Contributions $ 415.00
Total $ 9,923.15 (BIG happy face)
ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 161
11:00am 271
6:00pm 382
Total 814
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 $ 43,505.37
January $ 2,735.00
Total $ 46,240.37
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 $ 27,477.07
January 1,000.00
Total: $ 27,477.07
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.
OUT OF PARISH
“THE NEED TO BE PROACTIVE…
…Financial Basics After the Death of a Loved One” is the topic of the free financial workshop offered by Routsong Funeral Home on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 2:00pm –5:00pm. Please call Routsong at 293-4137 by Feb. 22 to register.
POSITION OPENING
St. Christopher Parish and School is taking applications for Director of Development and Communications. This is a leadership role developing and implementing activities including public relations, communications effort, fund raising, short and long range planning, total stewardship and donor/data management. See complete position description at christophervandalia@catholicweb.com; email resume and salary history to jdunn@catholicweb.com no later than Feb. 22, 2007.
WOMEN’S RETREAT
The 13th Annual St. Francis Women’s Retreat is March 2-4 at Bergamo Center. The theme is Food for the Journey, and the retreat director is Fr. Jim Schimelphening, SM, D. Min. from U.D. Gift certificates and scholarships are available; for information call Bette Davis at 433-6971, or email bette.davis@att.net.
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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