Bulletin for 11 March, 2007
A YEAR OF GRACE
THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT – MARCH 11, 2007
Exodus 3:1-8,13-15
FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT- MARCH 18, 2007
Joshua 5:9, 10-12
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
Moses heard God’s call from a burning bush. What is your passion, your burning bush? Take time to know what God is sending you to do and be. (Exodus 3:18, 13-15) 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 12 – Lenten Weekday
PARISH NEWS
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. The Parish Penance Service will be held on Tuesday Mar. 13 at 7:00pm.
ARCHDIOCESAN ANNUAL FUND
The season of Lent has always been a time for the Church to give alms. Your support of the Archdiocesan Annual Fund is one way for you to participate in this important action of the Lenten season. Please be as generous as you can in order to help us reach both the parish goal and our wider Archdiocesan needs. Every gift helps, and no gift is too small. We ask that everyone in our parish participate with a gift of any amount.
FREE SPIRITS
Since the February meeting was cancelled because of the weather, we will have election of officers at the March 14 meeting at 1:00pm in MSH. Also at the meeting sign up for the Officer’s Party on Saturday, Mar. 24 after the 5:00pm Mass. Due to increased cost of food delivery and entertainment the cost this year is $12 per person, payable at the March meeting. The theme for the party is Hawaiian, and Bill Maxwell the Magician will entertain. If you cannot attend the meeting and plan to come on coming to the party, please send your money to Patty Slamb on or before Mar.20. The entertainment for our meeting will be Flannigans Isle so bring a snack to share, money for the party, and your $5 dues if not already paid. For information call Mary Umina at 254-4405.
ROSARY ALTAR
Coming up Saturday, Mar. 31: the Rosary Altar Annual Easter Bake Sale! We need your donations of baked goods, candy, and crafts; drop off in MSH on Friday, Mar. 30 For more information call Alice Schulte at 293-8773 Start saving your treasures! Rosary Altar will hold its Spring Rummage Sale on Saturday, Apr. 14. Donations will be accepted beginning Tuesday, Apr. 10. For information call Patty Slamb at 253-2477.
PARTNERING
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
The Way of the Cross in Story, Music, and Movement is an extraordinary way to experience this powerful prayer. This unique version combines traditional prayer and stations, powerful and moving modern stories, music that is both meditative and participatory, and movement that will bring each station alive and into your heart. Join professional musicians Mark Friedman and Janet Vogt, and liturgical dancer Dona Anderle, for this prayerful presentation on Sunday, Mar. 18 at 7pm in St. Helen Church.
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 17 5:00pm
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Sunday, March 18 6:00pm
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 17 5:00pm
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 17 5:00pm
A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Mar 4 and 5
ATTENDANCE
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 is underway. Thank you for your continued support!
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.
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
ANYTHING GOES…
…at the Carroll High School performance of Cole Porter’s musical comedy! This limited engagement runs Thursday, Mar. 15 at 7:30pm, Saturday, Mar 17 at 8pm, and Sunday, Mar. 18 at 2pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students/senior citizens.
FISH FRY FUN
The Belmont High School Varsity Baseball team is hosting a Fish Fry Fundraiser and Monte Carlo nite on Friday, Mar. 16 at the Dayton Gym Club, from 6pm –midnight. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door; contact Michael Slightman at 542-6460 for information and tickets.
ST. PADDY’S DAY GALA
The St. Vincent DePaul Conference of Precious Blood Church will hold a Reverse Raffle and Gala on St. Patrick’s Day, Mar. 17. Only 400 tickets will be sold, and the last ticket drawn will win $10,000! The $75 ticket price admits two, and food and drink are included. For information call Joe at 832-3257, or the parish office at 276-5954.
CINCINNATI 2000
Cincinnati 2000 is a Eucharist- centered retreat that gives young people an opportunity to grow in their relationship to Christ and to the Church. The retreat also encourages the young folks to become active in their parishes, schools, and programs of the Archdiocese. The weekend includes fellowship, music, prayer, reflection, and talks by nationally known speakers. Additional information is available at www.ExperienceHisPresence.org. Registration deadline is Mar. 18.
ATTENTION SENIORS:
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Dayton has announced the availability of the Spring Program Brochure. The program starts Mar. 19 and covers over 50 subjects with no exams, grades, or formal education required. A single registration fee of $80 entitles you to register for as many of the seminars as you wish. Please call UD Special Programs and Continuing Education, 229-2347, to receive a brochure.
INTERESTED IN THE PRIESTHOOD?
**College-age men and older—you are invited to an informative Welcome Weekend at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary to see if the priesthood is right for you. The date is Friday, Mar. 23 and Saturday, Mar 24. For more information, call the Vocation Office at (513) 421-3131, or see the website at www.cincinnativocations.org by Mar. 21.
**Juniors, seniors, and college-age men: you have an excellent opportunity to experience college seminary life Mar 22-25. The Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus will host a college “Live-In Weekend” for those interested in knowing more about seminary life. For more information, see www.cincinnativocations.org, or call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513)421-3131.
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.
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.
THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT – MARCH 11, 2007
Exodus 3:1-8,13-15
God calls to Moses from the burning bush.1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12
The experience of the Israelites in the desert serve as an example.Luke 13:1-9
The parable of the unproductive fig tree.
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.
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
Moses heard God’s call from a burning bush. What is your passion, your burning bush? Take time to know what God is sending you to do and be. (Exodus 3:18, 13-15) 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.
Frank Burger, Doris Wahlrab, Elveira Turner Snead, Peggy Schirtzinger
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 12 – Lenten Weekday
Gospel Reading: Luke 4:24-30Tuesday, March 13 – Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
7:00 p.m. – Boy Scouts
Gospel Reading: Matthew 18:21-35Wednesday, March 14 – Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Tim Deger, dec. -- Chapel
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group—Sewing Rm
7:00 p.m. – Parish Lenten Reconciliation
Gospel Reading: Matthew 5:17-19Thursday, March 15—Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel
9:30 a.m. – Servers’ Training
1:00 p.m. – Free Spirits – MSH
7:00 p.m. – K of C - ML
Gospel Reading: Luke 11:14-23Friday, March 16 – Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Orville Grilliot, dec. -- Chapel
6:30 p.m. – Cub Scouts
7:00 p.m. – Girl Scouts
7:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
Gospel Reading: Mark 12:28-34Saturday, March 17 – Lenten Weekday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – School Mass–Mary Cordonnier, dec. -- Church
5:30 p.m. -- BINGO
3:00 p.m. – Folk ChoirSunday, March 18 – Fourth Sunday of Lent
4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass—Carl Peitz, dec; Theodore McLaughlin, dec.
6:00 p.m. – K of C dinner - MSH
9:00 a.m. – Adult Choir – Church
9:15 a.m. – PREP – Undercroft
9:30 a.m. – RCIA - ML
11:00 a.m.– Mass –Delmar and Louise Schrader
6:00 p.m. – Rock Mass--All Parishioners
PARISH NEWS
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. The Parish Penance Service will be held on Tuesday Mar. 13 at 7:00pm.
ARCHDIOCESAN ANNUAL FUND
The season of Lent has always been a time for the Church to give alms. Your support of the Archdiocesan Annual Fund is one way for you to participate in this important action of the Lenten season. Please be as generous as you can in order to help us reach both the parish goal and our wider Archdiocesan needs. Every gift helps, and no gift is too small. We ask that everyone in our parish participate with a gift of any amount.
FREE SPIRITS
Since the February meeting was cancelled because of the weather, we will have election of officers at the March 14 meeting at 1:00pm in MSH. Also at the meeting sign up for the Officer’s Party on Saturday, Mar. 24 after the 5:00pm Mass. Due to increased cost of food delivery and entertainment the cost this year is $12 per person, payable at the March meeting. The theme for the party is Hawaiian, and Bill Maxwell the Magician will entertain. If you cannot attend the meeting and plan to come on coming to the party, please send your money to Patty Slamb on or before Mar.20. The entertainment for our meeting will be Flannigans Isle so bring a snack to share, money for the party, and your $5 dues if not already paid. For information call Mary Umina at 254-4405.
ROSARY ALTAR
Coming up Saturday, Mar. 31: the Rosary Altar Annual Easter Bake Sale! We need your donations of baked goods, candy, and crafts; drop off in MSH on Friday, Mar. 30 For more information call Alice Schulte at 293-8773 Start saving your treasures! Rosary Altar will hold its Spring Rummage Sale on Saturday, Apr. 14. Donations will be accepted beginning Tuesday, Apr. 10. For information call Patty Slamb at 253-2477.
PARTNERING
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
The Way of the Cross in Story, Music, and Movement is an extraordinary way to experience this powerful prayer. This unique version combines traditional prayer and stations, powerful and moving modern stories, music that is both meditative and participatory, and movement that will bring each station alive and into your heart. Join professional musicians Mark Friedman and Janet Vogt, and liturgical dancer Dona Anderle, for this prayerful presentation on Sunday, Mar. 18 at 7pm in St. Helen Church.
Stewardship…
A Gift of Time and Talent
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 17 5:00pm
Christina Braaksma, Debbie Goldberg, Alice Schulte, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Genny Tankersley, Terri Welch, Tim WelchSunday, March 18 11:00 am
Shirley Deger, Tom Deger, Carmella Ford, Tony Hart, Bob Van Leeuwen, R. J. Van Leeuwen, Leroy Watson, Shirley WatsonSunday, March 18 6:00pm
Nikki Barnhill, Ann Marie Barrett, Tim Barrett, Megan Davis, Carol Neal, Denise Post, Krishna Rengan, Karen Vonderheide, Michael Wagner, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Sunday, March 18 6:00pm
The Caserta Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 17 5:00pm
Pat Schneider, Clem SchirtzingerSunday, March 18 11:00 am
Shirley Deger, Tony HartSunday, March 18 6:00pm
Allesandro Rengan, Betty Chadwell
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 17 5:00pm
Mike Schamel, Emily Schamel, Abby PlummerSunday, March 18 11:00 am
Deanna Shaw, Amanda Robinette, Sharon CoutinhoSunday, March 18 6:00pm
Brian Beall, Dabby Stevens, Jack Stump
A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Mar 4 and 5
Envelope Contributions $ 10,388.00
Loose Contributions $ 642.00
Total $ 11,030.00 (BIG happy face)
ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 294
11:00am 282
6:00pm 406
Total 982
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 is underway. Thank you for your continued support!
Total to Date $ 46,240.37EDUCATION FUND UPDATE
February $ 2,710.00
Total $ 48,950.37
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 $ 28,477.07The 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.
February 1,330.00
Total: $ 29,807.07
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
ANYTHING GOES…
…at the Carroll High School performance of Cole Porter’s musical comedy! This limited engagement runs Thursday, Mar. 15 at 7:30pm, Saturday, Mar 17 at 8pm, and Sunday, Mar. 18 at 2pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students/senior citizens.
FISH FRY FUN
The Belmont High School Varsity Baseball team is hosting a Fish Fry Fundraiser and Monte Carlo nite on Friday, Mar. 16 at the Dayton Gym Club, from 6pm –midnight. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door; contact Michael Slightman at 542-6460 for information and tickets.
ST. PADDY’S DAY GALA
The St. Vincent DePaul Conference of Precious Blood Church will hold a Reverse Raffle and Gala on St. Patrick’s Day, Mar. 17. Only 400 tickets will be sold, and the last ticket drawn will win $10,000! The $75 ticket price admits two, and food and drink are included. For information call Joe at 832-3257, or the parish office at 276-5954.
CINCINNATI 2000
Cincinnati 2000 is a Eucharist- centered retreat that gives young people an opportunity to grow in their relationship to Christ and to the Church. The retreat also encourages the young folks to become active in their parishes, schools, and programs of the Archdiocese. The weekend includes fellowship, music, prayer, reflection, and talks by nationally known speakers. Additional information is available at www.ExperienceHisPresence.org. Registration deadline is Mar. 18.
ATTENTION SENIORS:
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Dayton has announced the availability of the Spring Program Brochure. The program starts Mar. 19 and covers over 50 subjects with no exams, grades, or formal education required. A single registration fee of $80 entitles you to register for as many of the seminars as you wish. Please call UD Special Programs and Continuing Education, 229-2347, to receive a brochure.
INTERESTED IN THE PRIESTHOOD?
**College-age men and older—you are invited to an informative Welcome Weekend at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary to see if the priesthood is right for you. The date is Friday, Mar. 23 and Saturday, Mar 24. For more information, call the Vocation Office at (513) 421-3131, or see the website at www.cincinnativocations.org by Mar. 21.
**Juniors, seniors, and college-age men: you have an excellent opportunity to experience college seminary life Mar 22-25. The Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus will host a college “Live-In Weekend” for those interested in knowing more about seminary life. For more information, see www.cincinnativocations.org, or call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513)421-3131.
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.
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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