Bulletin for 18 March, 2007
A YEAR OF GRACE
FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT- MARCH 18, 2007
Joshua 5:9, 10-12
FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT – MARCH 25, 2007
Isaiah 43:16-21
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
God welcomes us home with extravagant love. Let the call to holiness draw you home into a deeper relationship with God. (Luke 15:1-3, 11-32) 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.
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, March 19– Lenten Weekday
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. Each week we will follow a different format, reflecting on different aspects of the season.
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL
Thanks to those parishioners who donated food to the homeless at St. Vincent’s Hotel. We collected $30 in donations, 29 casseroles, and 20 cans of vegetables. Thanks for your generosity towards our less fortunate neighbors!
FIRST COMMUNION SERVICE PROJECT
The ICS First Communicants will accept your donations of non-perishable food items for our St. Vincent’s Food Pantry. Please drop your donations in the barrels in the vestibules before the weekend masses, and the First Communion students will make sure they get to the right place! Please keep these children in your prayers as they prepare for this important upcoming sacrament.
ROSARY ALTAR
Rosary Altar has lots in the works this time of year! The Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, Mar. 31 in MSH; the Card Party on Tuesday, Apr. 17 at noon in MSH; and the Banquet on Tuesday, June 5 in MSH. All ladies in the parish are welcome to attend—you can bake, play cards, and get festive at the banquet! Learn more at the next meeting, on Tuesday, Mar. 20 at 1:00pm in MSH. Desserts will be provided by Ullainee Battigaglia, Margaret Grilliot, Fran Haman, and Mary Panstingle. Come join us for some wild games of “Crazy 8s”. For information call Shirley Deger at 254-4309.
ITE MISSA EST
The Immaculate Conception Adult Faith Formation ministry now has daily reflections and weekend homilies posted on itemissaest.org. Check it for upcoming events!
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 24 5:00pm
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Sunday, March 25 6:00pm
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 24 5:00pm
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 24 5:00pm
A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Mar 10 and 11
Envelope Contributions $ 14,486.67
Loose Contributions $ 580.00
Total $ 15,066.67 (BIG happy face)
ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 170
11:00am 572
6:00pm 448
Total 1190
CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE
Our next project: replacing the church sound system, baffles, etc. Contractors are compiling estimates. We will provide more details and information to come as it is available. Thanks for your continued support.
Total to Date $ 46,240.37
February $ 2,710.00
Total $ 48,950.37
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 $ 28,477.07
February 1,330.00
Total: $ 29,807.07
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
CONFIRMATION
Congratulations to the newest adult members of our parish family! The following students were confirmed by Rev. Anthony Geraci at the 11:00am Mass last Sunday: Ryan Adams, Michelle Baker, Madeleine Beall, Rebecca Boone, Daniella D’Souza, Erik Davis, Jade Elking, Matthew Fornshil, Kyle Johnson, Nathan Kenny, Zachary King, Kelly Landry, Kody Lyles, Christian Mugisha, Robert Oller-Sammons ,Abby Plummer, Cassandra Powers, Emily Schamel, Megan Serrer, Matthew Smith, Maria Sparaco, Jack Stump, Jr., Audrie Tunney, Alyssa Wetzel, Amelia Wetzel, and Kenneth White.
INFORMATION MEETING
There will be an Information Weekend after all masses on Mar. 24 and 25. Join us in the main vestibule for cookies and conversation with the principal, staff, commission members and parents of IC students.
OUT OF PARISH
JUNIORS, SENIORS, and COLLEGE-AGE MEN…
…you have an excellent opportunity to experience college seminary life. On Thursday, Mar. 22 through Sunday, Mar. 25, the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus will host a college “Live-in Weekend” for those who are interested in knowing more about seminary life. There is no charge for the weekend; please call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513) 421-3131 or see www.cincinnativocations.org.
FASHION SHOW
“Women on the Move” fashion show and luncheon to benefit Womanline of Dayton…Saturday, Mar. 24 at the Mandalay Banquet Center. Tickets are $45 each, with all proceeds benefiting the counseling, educational, and support services of Womanline. We’re also holding our first on-line auction, so check out www.womanlinedayton.cmarket.com to get the complete list of all raffle and auction items. For more information call Mary Kay Victorson at 223-3446.
ANNUNCIATION
Please join in celebrating the Annunciation and Incarnation of the Lord, on Monday, Mar. 26 at 7:00pm at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. The evening will begin at 6:30pm with a musical prelude; at 7:00pm there will be the Solemnity Mass of the Annunciation; and at 8:15pm a discussion of The Consequences of Unconditional Love –Mary’s and Ours. For information call Steve at 279-5433.
CHS FOOTBALL
The Patriot Youth Football Club is having a mandatory sign-up meeting for incoming 7th and 8th graders on Monday, Mar. 26 at 6:00pm at CHS. This meeting will cover program format, registration, fees, schedules, etc; a parent or legal guardian must accompany the prospective players. For information call Frank Hemmert at 427-0899.
POSITION OPENING
Administrative Assistant II—Dayton Catholic Schools Office: The Archdiocese of Cincinnati is seeking an individual for the Catholic Schools Office located in Dayton. For information or to apply, see personnel@catholiccincinnati.org.
T.A.C.K.L.E.
Register now for TACKLE: an Urban Plunge Retreat June 24 -- 29, 2007. This seminar includes community building, daily prayer and journaling, a service project, and much more. The cost is $125 for food, lodging, materials and transportation to the various sites. For information see
www.catholicincinnatu.org/youthmin/programs/TACKLE, or call Joanie Schaffer at (513) 574-7147.
THE OTHER PLACE
The Other Place, Dayton’s only daytime homeless shelter, will soon be able to provide their clients with hot meals for lunch throughout the week, and will need help distributing food. If you can help, please contact Christopher Hotard at 461-6078, ext. 21, or christopherh@theotherplace.org.
LAY PASTORAL MINISTRY PROGRAM
Interviewing is now ongoing for entrance in the Lay Pastoral Ministry Program for fall 2007. The Certificate program will be offered in Cincinnati and Vandalia, and the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry at the main campus on Beechmont Avenue in Cincinnati. For more information call Sr. Nancy McMullen at 277-0116.
REPORTING ABUSE IN THE ARCHDIOCESE
If you know someone who has been abused at any time by an agent of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati (priest, deacon, employee or volunteer), the Archdiocese urges you to contact Sr. Mary Garke, the Victim’s Assistance Coordinator, at (513) 421-3131 ext. 352, or 1-800-686-2724.
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 LENT- MARCH 18, 2007
Joshua 5:9, 10-12
The Lord said to Joshua, “Today I have removed the reproach of Egypt from you.”2 Corinthians 5:17-21
In Christ we might become the very holiness of God.Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
The parable of the Prodigal Son.
FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT – MARCH 25, 2007
Isaiah 43:16-21
See, I am doing something new!Philippians 3:8-14
I have accounted all else rubbish so that Christ may be my wealth.John 8:1-11
Let the one among you who as no sin be the first one to cast a stone at her.
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
God welcomes us home with extravagant love. Let the call to holiness draw you home into a deeper relationship with God. (Luke 15:1-3, 11-32) 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, Vi Snead, Doris Wahlrab, Frank Burger
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, March 19– Lenten Weekday
Gospel Reading: Luke 2:41-51Tuesday, March 20– Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
6:15 p.m. – Serra Mass –Chapel
7:00 p.m. – Parish Council - AER
7:00 p.m. – Boy Scouts
Gospel Reading: John 5:1-6Wednesday, March 21 – Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
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. – Way of the Cross
7:00 p.m. – Finance Comm
Gospel Reading: John 5:17-30Thursday, March 22—Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel
9:30 a.m. – Servers’ Training
Gospel Reading: John 5:31-47Friday, March 23 – Lenten Weekday
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
Gospel Reading: John 7:1-2, 10, 25-30Saturday, March 24– Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – School Mass– Church
5:30 p.m. -- BINGO
8:00 a.m. – Jesus Day – First Communion Retreat – MSH/ChurchSunday, March 25 – Fifth Sunday of Lent
3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass—Joseph Graves, dec; Mary Ann Westendorf, dec; Robert and Leslie Martin, 40th anniv.
6:00 p.m. – Free Spirits Party - MSH
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 –All parishioners
6:00 p.m. – Rock Mass—Cecelia Flanagan, dec.
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. Each week we will follow a different format, reflecting on different aspects of the season.
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL
Thanks to those parishioners who donated food to the homeless at St. Vincent’s Hotel. We collected $30 in donations, 29 casseroles, and 20 cans of vegetables. Thanks for your generosity towards our less fortunate neighbors!
FIRST COMMUNION SERVICE PROJECT
The ICS First Communicants will accept your donations of non-perishable food items for our St. Vincent’s Food Pantry. Please drop your donations in the barrels in the vestibules before the weekend masses, and the First Communion students will make sure they get to the right place! Please keep these children in your prayers as they prepare for this important upcoming sacrament.
ROSARY ALTAR
Rosary Altar has lots in the works this time of year! The Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, Mar. 31 in MSH; the Card Party on Tuesday, Apr. 17 at noon in MSH; and the Banquet on Tuesday, June 5 in MSH. All ladies in the parish are welcome to attend—you can bake, play cards, and get festive at the banquet! Learn more at the next meeting, on Tuesday, Mar. 20 at 1:00pm in MSH. Desserts will be provided by Ullainee Battigaglia, Margaret Grilliot, Fran Haman, and Mary Panstingle. Come join us for some wild games of “Crazy 8s”. For information call Shirley Deger at 254-4309.
ITE MISSA EST
The Immaculate Conception Adult Faith Formation ministry now has daily reflections and weekend homilies posted on itemissaest.org. Check it for upcoming events!
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 24 5:00pm
Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Mary Ellen Reinhard, Clem Schirtzinger, Pat Schneider, Jeanne Schoenharl, Alice Schulte, Genny TankersleySunday, March 25 11:00am
Don Knapke, Erik Ledford, John Musto, Theresa O’Connell, Tim O’Connell, Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike ReeseSunday, March 25 6:00pm
Julie Beall, Teresa Chandler, Katie Ervin, Helly Freudenschuss, Sarah Fortener, John Gardner, Debbie Goldberg, Theresa Hargis, Suzanne Klase, Cindy Reaster, Karen Walling
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Sunday, March 25 6:00pm
The Kramer Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 24 5:00pm
Jeanne Schoenharl, K. RossSunday, March 25 11:00am
Mike Reese, Erik LedfordSunday, March 25 6:00pm
Michael Wagner, Helena Carter
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 24 5:00pm
Sal Sparaco, Maria Sparaco, Shelly BakerSunday, March 25 11:00am
Robert Gearhart, Kyle Abel, Matthew BarnesSunday, March 25 6:00pm
Christina Jackowski, Elizabeth Wagner, Zach Cross
A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Mar 10 and 11
Envelope Contributions $ 14,486.67
Loose Contributions $ 580.00
Total $ 15,066.67 (BIG happy face)
ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 170
11:00am 572
6:00pm 448
Total 1190
CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE
Our next project: replacing the church sound system, baffles, etc. Contractors are compiling estimates. We will provide more details and information to come as it is available. Thanks for your continued support.
Total to Date $ 46,240.37
February $ 2,710.00
Total $ 48,950.37
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 $ 28,477.07
February 1,330.00
Total: $ 29,807.07
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
CONFIRMATION
Congratulations to the newest adult members of our parish family! The following students were confirmed by Rev. Anthony Geraci at the 11:00am Mass last Sunday: Ryan Adams, Michelle Baker, Madeleine Beall, Rebecca Boone, Daniella D’Souza, Erik Davis, Jade Elking, Matthew Fornshil, Kyle Johnson, Nathan Kenny, Zachary King, Kelly Landry, Kody Lyles, Christian Mugisha, Robert Oller-Sammons ,Abby Plummer, Cassandra Powers, Emily Schamel, Megan Serrer, Matthew Smith, Maria Sparaco, Jack Stump, Jr., Audrie Tunney, Alyssa Wetzel, Amelia Wetzel, and Kenneth White.
INFORMATION MEETING
There will be an Information Weekend after all masses on Mar. 24 and 25. Join us in the main vestibule for cookies and conversation with the principal, staff, commission members and parents of IC students.
OUT OF PARISH
JUNIORS, SENIORS, and COLLEGE-AGE MEN…
…you have an excellent opportunity to experience college seminary life. On Thursday, Mar. 22 through Sunday, Mar. 25, the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus will host a college “Live-in Weekend” for those who are interested in knowing more about seminary life. There is no charge for the weekend; please call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513) 421-3131 or see www.cincinnativocations.org.
FASHION SHOW
“Women on the Move” fashion show and luncheon to benefit Womanline of Dayton…Saturday, Mar. 24 at the Mandalay Banquet Center. Tickets are $45 each, with all proceeds benefiting the counseling, educational, and support services of Womanline. We’re also holding our first on-line auction, so check out www.womanlinedayton.cmarket.com to get the complete list of all raffle and auction items. For more information call Mary Kay Victorson at 223-3446.
ANNUNCIATION
Please join in celebrating the Annunciation and Incarnation of the Lord, on Monday, Mar. 26 at 7:00pm at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. The evening will begin at 6:30pm with a musical prelude; at 7:00pm there will be the Solemnity Mass of the Annunciation; and at 8:15pm a discussion of The Consequences of Unconditional Love –Mary’s and Ours. For information call Steve at 279-5433.
CHS FOOTBALL
The Patriot Youth Football Club is having a mandatory sign-up meeting for incoming 7th and 8th graders on Monday, Mar. 26 at 6:00pm at CHS. This meeting will cover program format, registration, fees, schedules, etc; a parent or legal guardian must accompany the prospective players. For information call Frank Hemmert at 427-0899.
POSITION OPENING
Administrative Assistant II—Dayton Catholic Schools Office: The Archdiocese of Cincinnati is seeking an individual for the Catholic Schools Office located in Dayton. For information or to apply, see personnel@catholiccincinnati.org.
T.A.C.K.L.E.
Register now for TACKLE: an Urban Plunge Retreat June 24 -- 29, 2007. This seminar includes community building, daily prayer and journaling, a service project, and much more. The cost is $125 for food, lodging, materials and transportation to the various sites. For information see
www.catholicincinnatu.org/youthmin/programs/TACKLE, or call Joanie Schaffer at (513) 574-7147.
THE OTHER PLACE
The Other Place, Dayton’s only daytime homeless shelter, will soon be able to provide their clients with hot meals for lunch throughout the week, and will need help distributing food. If you can help, please contact Christopher Hotard at 461-6078, ext. 21, or christopherh@theotherplace.org.
LAY PASTORAL MINISTRY PROGRAM
Interviewing is now ongoing for entrance in the Lay Pastoral Ministry Program for fall 2007. The Certificate program will be offered in Cincinnati and Vandalia, and the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry at the main campus on Beechmont Avenue in Cincinnati. For more information call Sr. Nancy McMullen at 277-0116.
REPORTING ABUSE IN THE ARCHDIOCESE
If you know someone who has been abused at any time by an agent of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati (priest, deacon, employee or volunteer), the Archdiocese urges you to contact Sr. Mary Garke, the Victim’s Assistance Coordinator, at (513) 421-3131 ext. 352, or 1-800-686-2724.
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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