Immaculate Conception Bulletin

We are a faith community in the Roman Catholic tradition serving Dayton, Kettering, Beavercreek and other local areas in southwestern Ohio. This is our weekly bulletin.

Please see our main website here. Also see our adult ministry Ite Missa Est (Go You Are Sent Forth) and our school.

Monday, April 30, 2007

Bulletin for May 6, 2007

A YEAR OF GRACE

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER – May 6, 2007
Acts 14:21-27
The preaching of Paul and Barnabas: “We must undergo many trials if we are to enter into the reign of God.”
Revelation 21:1-5
I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth…I also saw a new Jerusalem…”God’s dwelling among men.”
John 13:31-33, 34-35
This is how all will know you for my disciples: your love for one another.

SIXTH SUNDAYOF EASTER – MAY 13, 2007
Acts 15:1-2, 22-29
It is the decision of the Holy Spirit…not to lay on you any burden beyond that which is strictly necessary
. Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23
God gave the holy city of Jerusalem its light, its lamp was the Lamb.
John 14:23-29
The Holy Spirit will instruct you in everything. My peace is my gift to you.

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 has chosen to dwell with us. Share your gifts with others to reveal his presence. (Revelations 21:1-5). 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.
Jim Schneble, Alice Boehmer, Paul Schultz, Frank Burger

REST IN PEACE
Our condolences to the families of, Ed Cain and Helen Gott who died recently. May light perpetual shine upon them and bring consolation to their families

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, May 7 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 14:21-26
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
7:00 p.m. – Joint meeting with the ICS PTO and Education Comm. – Rm 108
7:00 p.m. – Boy Scouts
Tuesday, May 8 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 14:27-31a
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass --Chapel
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group
3:30 p.m. – Olan Mills photos till 9:30pm -- undercroft
Wednesday, May 9 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 15:1-8
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel
12:00 p.m. – Free Spirits Bd mtg –AER
1:00 p.m. – Free Spirits – MSH
3:30 p.m. – Olan Mills photos till 9:30pm -- undercroft
7:00 p.m. – Ite Missa Est – MSH
7:00 p.m. – K of C - ML
Thursday, May 10 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 15:9-11
8:15 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Chapel
3:30 p.m. – Olan Mills photos till 9:30pm -- undercroft
6:30 p.m. – Cub Scouts
7:00 p.m. – Ite Missa Est Committee mtg – Rectory
7:00 p.m. – Soccer mtg
7:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
Friday, May 11– Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 15:14-17
8:15 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass—Tim Deger, dec.--Church
3:30 p.m. – Olan Mills photos till 9:30pm -- undercroft
5:30 p.m. – BINGO
6:00 p.m. – Wedding rehearsal
Saturday, May 12 – Easter Weekday
10:00 a.m. – Olan Mills photos till 5pm – Undercroft
2:00 p.m. -- Wedding
3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m.—Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass – Sarah Beach, dec; Herman Boehmer, dec; Robert & Marguerite DeBrosse, dec; Daniel (dec) Delores (liv) Crickmore
5:00 p.m. – Mother’s Day flower sale - vestibule
Sunday, May 13 – Sixth Sunday of Easter – Mother’s Day
9:00 a.m. – Choir
9:15 a.m. – PREP- Undercroft
9:30 a.m. – RCIA- ML
11:00 a.m.– Mass – All parishioners
11:00 a.m.—Mother’s Day Flower Sale - vestibule
6:00 p.m.– Rock Mass—Stella Hess, dec; Eleanor Watson, dec.
6:00 p.m. – Mother’s Day Flower Sale – vestibule

PARISH NEWS

FIRST COMMUNION
Congratulations to our First Communicants: Michael Ausdenmoore, Jacob Ballard, Jesse Charlton, Caleb Enright, Andrea Fite, Andrew Geis, Cory Gifford, Desmond Harris, Erin Heiney, Samuel Herman, Kallie King, Joseph Mantz, Dakota Marshall, Rachel McGarry, Tamera Mullins, Katelyn Muntwyler, Riley Newton, Bailey Reid, Christopher Rizer, Lindsey Shinlever, Brian Shriver, Stafford Stevens and Edward Wolff IV.

THANKS!!
A HUGE IC thank you to everyone who helped prepare the church for the deacons’ ordination. Thirty-six were ordained and approximately 1300 attended. Way to shine IC!

HOPE LENTEN PROJECT
Many thanks to all those who donated to the H.O.P.E. Lenten Project. We donated to the following organizations: Southern Ohio – Brown County poor; Founders Family Center, N.W. Dayton poor; St. Vincent Hotel, Dayton; St. Vincent DePaul, IC; Catholic Church Extension Society; Sioux Spiritual Center, Rapid City SD; Russia – abandoned elderly; St. Charles Scalabrini Missionaries for refugees and migrants; and Habitat for Humanity, Dayton.

ROSARY ALTAR
***Thanks to all who helped with the Rummage Sale: the workers, the donors, and the buyers! We made $2056.00, which is very good for this time of year. ***The Annual Card Party was a great success this year…and we hope to see even more people next year.

PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
Olan Mills Studios will be here beginning Tuesday, May 8, to take portraits for our new pictorial directory. If you have scheduled a sitting, you will receive a reminder phone call. If you haven’t yet scheduled an appointment, please call Katherine at the Rectory, 252-9919. Each family who participates will receive an 8” x 10” photo and a copy of the directory. This book won’t be complete without you!

FREE SPIRITS
The next Free Spirits meeting will be held on May 9 at 1:00pm in MSH. Our speaker will be Brenda Wolfe from Hospice. Please bring a snack to share, and a friend to join us. For more information call Alice Schulte at 293-8773.

ITE MISSA EST
On May 9, the IC Adult Faith Formation will present “Why I Became Catholic: the personal testimonies of former Hindus, Jews, Buddhists, and non-believers” at 7pm in MSH. For daily reflections and homilies, check itemissaest.org.

RIGHT TO LIFE BABY SHOWER
On Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20, the Dayton Right to Life Organization will host its annual Baby Shower in the main vestibule after all masses. For more information on how you can help, please call Janet Charles at 254-4864.

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 Mary Bochenek at 256-4737 to submit a prayer request or to join the team.

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.

TAX STATEMENTS
Due to recent changes in tax laws, beginning with contributions made in 2007, parishioners (who itemize their tax returns) will no longer be able to deduct contributions to the parish unless they maintain a bank record or written contribution statement from the parish. If you wish to ensure deductibility of your contributions, please use a check or your parish envelope. The parish will track contributions made using parish envelopes, and will, upon request, produce a written statement of contributions made during 2007. Cancelled checks and other bank records are also sufficient documentation. The parish cannot track cash contributions not in parish tithe envelopes. If you do not have tithe envelopes, call Katherine at 252-9919 ext 228, and she will get them ready for you.
Grateful Believers…Stewardship as a way of life

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 12 @ 5pm
Mary Ellen Reinhard, Clem Schirtzinger, Pat Schneider, Jeanne Schoenharl, Alice Schulte, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Genny Tankersley
Sunday, May 13 @ 11am
Tony Hart, Theresa O’Connell, Tim O’Connell, Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Bill Siskaninetz, Bob Van Leeuwen
Sunday, May 13 @ 6pm
Nikki Barnhill, Ann Marie Barrett, Tim Barrett, Helly Freudenschuss, John Gardner, Debbie Goldberg, Suzanne Klase, Mary Jo Kochmar, Kelly Martin, Maria Morrow, Denise Post

GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 12 @ 5pm
John & Jeanne Schoenharl
Sunday, May 13 @ 11am
Brian & Karen Connair
Sunday, May 13 @ 6pm
Patty Slamb and Mary Umina

LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 12 @ 5pm
Pat Schneider, K. Ross
Sunday, May 13 @ 11am
Shirley Deger, Tony Hart
Sunday, May 13 @ 6pm
Helena Carter, Anne D’Souza

SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 12 @ 5pm
Katie Beach, Nathan Markley, Jack Stump
Sunday, May 13 @ 11am
Phillip Connair, Mandi Byrd, Michael Byrd
Sunday, May 13 @ 6pm
Chris Adams, Elizabeth Wagner, Zach Cross

A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Apr 28/29
Envelope Contributions $ 7,506.25
Loose Contributions $ 660.00
Total $ 8,166.25 (small sad face)

ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 158
11:00am 230
6:00pm 387
Total 775

CONTINUED RESTORATION FUND UPDATE
Our next project is replacing the church sound system including the baffles. The preliminary estimates are between $140,000.00--$160,000.00. Phase one of this project will be the removal of the old baffles, brickwork and installation of the new baffles. Phase two will be the removal of the old sound system, new wiring and installation of the new system. Please continue your generosity.

Total to Date $ 51,612.62
April $ 2,762.00
Total $ 54,374.62

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 $ 31,169.07
April $ 944.00
Total $ 32,113.07

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

REGISTER NOW!
ICS is accepting registrations for the 2007-08 school year. Call the school office at 253-8831 for more information.

IC DAYCARE…
…will offer preschool for ages three and four beginning in the 2007-08 school year. We also offer full daycare for ages three through Kindergarten, as well as an after school program. For information call 253-0201.

WEBSITE
See all the upcoming events on the ICS website, www.ics.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.us .

OUT OF PARISH

DISCERNMENT DAY
High School age men: if you have ever thought about being a priest, you are invited to a Discernment Day on Saturday, May 12 at Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary. You will have time to pray and reflect on what vocation Christ may have in store for you. For more information or to register, see www.cincinnativocations.org/frm05122007.php, or call Fr. Kyle Schnippel at (513) 421-3131.

LIFE LINE SCREENINGS
Life Line Screenings will be at Dayton Heart Hospital on May 15 from 9am –4pm. They will use ultrasound to screen for the risks of stroke, vascular disease, and osteoporosis – four screenings for $129. To schedule, or for more information, call 1-800-779-6353. You can also see www.lifelinescreening.com.

PEACE BRIDGE
The 19th Annual Peace Bridge Event: “Hand in Hand We Cross the River” will be held on Sunday, May 20 at Oak and Ivy Park. Meet at 5pm at the park for music, games, fellowship and refreshments. At 5:30pm the walk to the Peace Bridge will begin. Come show your support for racial harmony within our community. For more information contact GDCC at peacebridge@christianconnections.org, www.daytonpeacebridge.org, or call 227-9485.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Now that spring is here it’s time to give your marriage a fresh start. Shake off those winter blahs and pump some new life and new beginnings into your relationship. Make a Marriage Encounter Weekend and rediscover the romance of your relationship. The next weekend is May 18-20 in Erlanger, KY. For more information call Jim and Holly Molnar at 293-3021.

DAYTON CATHOLIC WOMEN’S CLUB
The DCWC will hold its Annual Spring Luncheon on Saturday, May 19 at the Dayton Women’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St. There will be a social hour beginning at 11:00am, with lunch at 12:00pm. The guest speaker is Dr. Zama Ndefru III, PhD., presenting “Nursing Training in Africa”. Tickets are $25; for information call Betty Chadwell at 256-9516.

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.

Thursday, April 26, 2007

Bulletin for April 29, 2007

A YEAR OF GRACE

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER – APRIL 29, 2007
Acts 13:14, 43-52
Paul and Barnabas preach to the Gentiles of Antioch.
Revelation 7:9, 14-17
The Lamb will lead them to springs of life-giving water, and God will wipe every tear from their eyes.
John 10:27-30
My sheep hear my voice…I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish.

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER – May 6, 2007
Acts 14:21-27
The preaching of Paul and Barnabas: “We must undergo many trials if we are to enter into the reign of God.”
Revelation 21:1-5
I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth…I also saw a new Jerusalem…”God’s dwelling among men.”
John 13:31-33, 34-35
This is how all will know you for my disciples: your love for one another.

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
Who will shepherd God’s people? Pray that good leaders, filled with joy and the Holy Spirit, will serve our Church. (Acts 13:14,43-52) 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.
Alice Boehmer, Paul Schultz, Frank Burger

REST IN PEACE
Our condolences to the families of Herman Boehmer, Ed Cain, Ray Flohre, Helen Gott, Eileen McFadden, Mildred Mercer, and Marc Thibault, who all died recently. May light perpetual shine upon them and bring consolation to their families.

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, April 30 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 10:1-10
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
7:00 p.m. – ICS/St. Helen Finance mtg – St. Helen’s
Tuesday, May 1 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 12:44-50
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Rita Clemens, dec. --Chapel
10:00 a.m. – Adoration -Church
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group
1:30 p.m. – May Crowning - Church
Wednesday, May 2– Athanasius, bishop, doctor
Gospel Reading: John 12:44-50
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass – Ed Nock –Chapel
6:30 p.m. – First Communion rehearsal and pictures
6:30 p.m. – Festival Committee - Rectory
Thursday, May 3 – Philip and James, apostles
Gospel Reading: John 14:6-14
8:15 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Ray Flohre, dec. –Chapel
6:30 p.m. – Cub Scouts
7:00 p.m. – Girl Scouts
7:00 p.m. – IteMissaEst Committee mtg - Rectory
7:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
Friday, May 4 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 14:1-6
8:15 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass—_____________ --Church
5:30 p.m. – BINGO
Saturday, May 5 – Easter Weekday
8:15 a.m. – First Saturday mass and devotions – Church
3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m.—Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass – All Parishioners
Sunday, May 6 – Fifth Sunday of Easter
9:00 a.m. – Choir
9:15 a.m. – PREP- Undercroft
9:30 a.m. – RCIA- ML
11:00 a.m.– Mass and First Communion – Ray Duckro, dec.
1:00 p.m. – Girl Scouts – Sewing Rm
6:00 p.m.– Rock Mass—Ronald VanLeeuwen, dec.

PARISH NEWS

MAY CROWNING
At 1:30pm on Tuesday, May 1, the ICS students invite you to join them for the May Crowning service in the Church. You are welcome to bring flowers as we honor Mary at this special prayer service.

FIRST COMMUNION
Our second graders will celebrate their First Communion next Sunday, May 6, at the 11am mass. We hope you will join us as our parish community celebrates this event with our children.

ITE MISSA EST
On May 9, the IC Adult Faith Formation will present “Why I Became Catholic: the personal testimonies of former Hindus, Jews, Buddhists, and non-believers” at 7pm in MSH. For daily reflections and homilies, check itemissaest.org.

PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
The photography dates for our pictorial directory are coming up. If you have not reserved a time to be photographed, be sure to do so today while there is still a good selection of appointments. We are scheduling in the main vestibule after mass; our goal is 100% participation—it just won’t be complete without you!
Grateful Believers…Stewardship as a way of life

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 5 5:00pm
Clem Schirtzinger, Pat Schneider, Jeanne Schoenharl, Alice Schulte, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Terri Welch, Tim Welch
Sunday, May 6 11:00am
John Musto, Tim O’Connell, Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Bill Siskaninetz, Bob VanLeeuwen, R.J. Van Leeuwen
Sunday, May 6 6:00pm
Ann Marie Barrett, Tim Barrett, Julie Beall, Teresa Chandler, Katie Ervin, Sarah Fortener, Danielle Price, Karen Vonderheide, Michael Wagner, Karen Walling

GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Sunday, May 6 6:00pm
The Price Family

LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 5 5:00pm
Ullainee Battigaglia, Christina Braaksma
Sunday, May 6
11:00am Helly Freudenschuss, Erik Ledford
Sunday, May 6 6:00pm
Allesandro Rengan, Domonique Cooper

SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, May 5 5:00pm
Nick Powers, Mike Schamel, Emily Schamel
Sunday, May 6 11:00am
Cassidy Stevens, Dabby Stevens, Sharon Coutinho
Sunday, May 6 6:00pm
Tom Hatfield, Sarah Sherman, Matthew Barnes

A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Apr 21/22
Envelope Contributions $9,277.00
Loose Contributions $ 657.00

Total $9,934.00 (happy face)

ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 141
11:00am 253
6:00pm 469

Total 863

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 $ 48,950.37
March $ 2,662.25

Total $ 51,612.62

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 $ 29,807.07
March 1,362.00

Total $ 31,169.07

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

REGISTER NOW!
ICS is accepting registrations for the 2007-08 school year. Call the school office at 253-8831 for more information.

IC DAYCARE…
…will offer preschool for ages three and four beginning in the 2007-08 school year. We also offer full daycare for ages three through Kindergarten, as well as an after school program. For information call 253-0201.

WEBSITE
See all the upcoming events on the ICS website, www.ics.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.us .

OUT OF PARISH

DARFUR AWARENESS NIGHT
Ohioans of all ages, races, cultures, and faiths are invited to join together at Fountain Square in Cincinnati for a gripping presentation about the conditions in Darfur, where almost 400,000 people have died in the past three years. Our focus is what we, as individuals, can do to help. Join us on Tuesday, May 1; we will gather at 6:00pm, the event begins at 6:30pm, and we will walk to the Freedom Center at 7:30pm. For more information, see imwise_Darfur@yahoo.com, or sue598@yahoo.com.

LIFE LINE SCREENINGS
Life Line Screenings will be at Dayton Heart Hospital on May 15 from 9am –4pm. They will use ultrasound to screen for the risks of stroke, vascular disease, and osteoporosis – four screenings for $129. To schedule, or for more information, call 1-800-779-6353. You can also see www.lifelinescreening.com.

DAYTON CATHOLIC WOMEN’S CLUB
The DCWC will hold its Annual Spring Luncheon on Saturday, May 19 at the Dayton Women’s Club, 225 N. Ludlow St. There will be a social hour beginning at 11:00am, with lunch at 12:00pm. The guest speaker is Dr. Zama Ndefru III, PhD., presenting “Nursing Training in Africa”. Tickets are $25; for information call Betty Chadwell at 256-9516.

UD NEW HORIZONS BAND
This UD band, now in its sixth year, offers senior adults opportunities to begin a musical instrument, or a “re-entry” point for those who have been away from active music making for many years. We teach flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, tuba, and percussion. Lessons are taught in like-instrument groups weekly for 30 minutes. The summer program begins May 10; if you have questions, please call the UD Special Programs and Continuing Education Office at 229-2347.

PEACE BRIDGE
You can help plan the 2007 Peace Bridge event, to be held on Sunday, May 20. Get involved at one of the meetings: Apr. 23 at 7pm, May 1 at 7pm, May 6 at 4pm, May 15 at 6pm—all held at the Greater Dayton Christian Connections at 601 W. Riverview.

ATTENTION KNOLLWOOD SHOPPERS
The CHS Band is selling Knollwood gift cards for $20 each, good for $20 worth of any merchandise at Knollwood. The CHS Music Department will receive $4 for each card sold; this also supports the band program at the feeder schools (which includes ICS). To purchase a card, or for more information, call Myrna Gazzerro at 427-3743.

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.

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Bulletin for April 22, 2007

A YEAR OF GRACE

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER – APRIL 22, 2007
Acts 5:27-32, 40-41
The apostles left the Sanhedrin full of joy that they had been judged worthy of ill-treatment for the sake of the Name.
Revelation 5:11-14
Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive honor and glory and praise!
John 21:1-9
Jesus shows himself to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias. “Simon, Son of John, do you love me more than these?”

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER – APRIL 29, 2007
Acts 13:14, 43-52
Paul and Barnabas preach to the Gentiles of Antioch.
Revelation 7:9, 14-17
The Lamb will lead them to springs of life-giving water, and God will wipe every tear from their eyes.
John 10:27-30
My sheep hear my voice…I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish.

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
Jesus asks us, “Do you love me?” Show your love for Jesus in the way that you live. (John 21:1-19) 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.
Eileen McFadden, Ed Cain, Mildred Mercer

REST IN PEACE
Our condolences to the family of Marcus Thibault, who was buried this week. May light perpetual shine upon him and bring consolation to his family

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, April 23 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 6:22-29
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
6:30 p.m. – Adult Ed - AER
Tuesday, April 24 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 6:30-35
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Herman Schauer, Sr.–Chapel
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group
Wednesday, April 25– Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: Mark 16:15-20
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass – Mark and Ann Sherman, 25th wedding anniv. --Chapel
Thursday, April 26 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 6:44-51
8:15 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –Ray Flohre, dec. –Chapel
6:30 p.m. – Cub Scouts
7:00 p.m. – Regional Meeting
7:30 p.m. – Folk Choir
Friday, April 27 – Easter Weekday
Gospel Reading: John 6:52-59
8:15 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – School Mass—Mark Thibault, dec.–Church
5:30 p.m. – BINGO
Saturday, April 28 – Easter Weekday
11:00 a.m. – Deacons’ Ordination
3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m.—Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass – Walter and Adeline Kleinhenz
Sunday, April 29 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
9:00 a.m. – Choir
9:15 a.m. – PREP- Undercroft
9:30 a.m. – RCIA- ML
11:00 a.m.– Mass – Rita Clemens, dec; Edward Haman, dec; Mary Ellen Van Horn, dec.
6:00 p.m.– Rock Mass—All Parishioners

PARISH NEWS

PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
The photography dates for our pictorial directory are coming up. If you have not reserved a time to be photographed, be sure to do so today while there is still a good selection of appointments. We are scheduling in the main vestibule after mass; our goal is 100% participation—it just won’t be complete without you!

WINNER’S CIRCLE
Congratulations to our newest winners! For only a $5 donation, they won $100 every time the Ohio Lottery called their number. You can purchase Winner’s Circle tickets in the main vestibule after mass, or in the Rectory during regular business hours.
#595 Eileen Schumacher, Dayton
#480 Ruth Cameruci, Dayton
#75 Eileen Romie, Dayton
#653 Sally Joan, Troy
#634 Rita Vonderheide, Dayton
#644 Magdalen C. Mahle, Dayton

ARCHDIOCESAN ANNUAL FUND

The Archdiocesan Annual Fund continues this week in our parish. Our parish response to date is $13,965.00. As of Apr. 15, 196 parishioners have responded, helping us achieve 69% of our parish target of $20,000. We are most grateful to those who have been so generous. To our remaining parishioners, we urge you to consider a gift or pledge: no gift is too small.

ITE MISSA EST
The Immaculate Conception Adult Faith Formation ministry now has daily reflections and weekend homilies posted on itemissaest.org. The next event is at 7:00pm on May 9: “Why I became Catholic” (the personal testimonies of former Hindus, Jews, Buddhists, and non-believers).

Grateful Believers…Stewardship as a way of life

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Apr 28 5:00pm
Christina Braaksma, Debbie Goldberg, Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Mary Ellen Reinhard, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Genny Tankersley
Sunday, Apr 29 11:00am
Shirley Deger, Ton Deger, Bill Siskaninetz, R.J. VanLeeuwen, Bob VanLeeuwen, Leroy Watson, Shirley Watson
Sunday, Apr 29 6:00pm
Nikki Barnhill, Ann Marie Barrett, Tim Barrett, Julie Beall, Sarah Fortener, Carol Neal, Denise Post, Karen Vonderheide, Karen Walling, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer

GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Apr 28
5:00pm Mark and Pat Sheets
Sunday, Apr 29
11:00am Paul and Eleanor Firment
Sunday, Apr 29 6:00pm
The McGarry Family

LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Apr 28 5:00pm
Ed McGarry, Debbie Goldberg
Sunday, Apr 29 11:00am
Mike Reese, Tim O’Connell
Sunday, Apr 29 6:00pm
Maria Podsiadlo, Ullainee Battigaglia

SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Apr 28 5:00pm
Nathan Markley, Abby Plummer, Jack Stump
Sunday, Apr 29 11:00am
Adam Armitage, Kyle Abel, Robert Gearhart
Sunday, Apr 29 6:00pm
Chris Adams, Brian Beall, Tyler Bundy

A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)
Tithe for Apr 14/15
Envelope Contributions $7,051.14
Loose Contributions $ 671.00
Total $7,722.14 (small sad face)

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 $ 48,950.37 March $ 2,662.25 Total $ 51,612.62

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 $ 29,807.07 March 1,362.00 Total $ 31,169.07

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

CHECK US OUT ON THE WEB!
ICS website, www.ics.cnd.pvt.k12.oh.us, keeps you up to date with ICS activities, and school/Daycare registration information.

IT’S RIGHT TO READ WEEK!
Celebrating the joy of books, the ICS students will get to: visit the Scholastic Book Fair, dress up for Character Day on Tuesday, Apr. 24, and play Right to Read Week Bingo. You can also visit the Book Fair after school on Monday, Apr. 23 through Friday, Apr. 27. On Thursday, the Fair will be open until 5:30pm, so this is a great time to stock up on summer reading.

OUT OF PARISH

ATTENTION GOLFERS!
The Ascension Golf League extends an invitation to men and women of IC to join the League as regular-season players or substitutes. This is a fun league; all skill levels from beginners to accomplished are welcome. Play is every Tuesday at Rollandia beginning Apr. 24. For more information, call Dennis Grosjean at 427-2550.

CATHOLIC CONFERENCE OF OHIO
Legislative Advocacy Day is scheduled for Wednesday, Apr. 25 at 9:30am—3:00pm, at the City Center and Statehouse. For information or to register, contact the Catholic Social Action Office at 224-3026; you can also register online at www.ohiocathconf.org/advocacy07reg.asp

DARFUR AWARENESS NIGHT
Ohioans of all ages, races, cultures, and faiths are invited to join together at Fountain Square in Cincinnati for a gripping presentation about the conditions in Darfur, where almost 400,000 people have died in the past three years. Our focus is what we, as individuals, can do to help. Join us on Tuesday, May 1; we will gather at 6:00pm, the event begins at 6:30pm, and we will walk to the Freedom Center at 7:30pm. For more information, see imwise_Darfur@yahoo.com, or sue598@yahoo.com.

LIFE LINE SCREENINGS
Life Line Screenings will be at Dayton Heart Hospital on May 15 from 9am –4pm. They will use ultrasound to screen for the risks of stroke, vascular disease, and osteoporosis – four screenings for $129. To schedule, or for more information, call 1-800-779-6353. You can also see www.lifelinescreening.com.

ATTENTION KNOLLWOOD SHOPPERS
The CHS Band is selling Knollwood gift cards for $20 each, good for $20 worth of any merchandise at Knollwood. The CHS Music Department will receive $4 for each card sold; this also supports the band program at the feeder schools (which includes ICS). To purchase a card, or for more information, call Myrna Gazzerro at 427-3743.

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.

Monday, April 02, 2007

Bulletin for April 1, 2007

A YEAR OF GRACE

PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION – APRIL 1, 2007
Isaiah 50:4-7
I gave my back to those who beat me.
Philippians 2:6-11
Christ emptied himself, obediently accepting even death.
Luke 22:14-23:56
The Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

HOLY THURSDAY – APRIL 5, 2007
Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14
The Passover of the Lord.
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Every time you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the death of the Lord until he comes!
John 13:1-15
If I washed your feet – I who am teacher and Lord – then you must wash each other’s feet.

THE EASTER VIGIL – APRIL 7, 2007
Luke 24:1-12
Why do you search for the living One among the dead? He is not here; he has been risen up.

EASTER SUNDAY – APRIL 8, 2007
Acts 10:34, 37-43
They killed Jesus finally, hanging him on a tree, only to have God raise him up on the third day.
1 Corinthians 5:6-8
Get rid of the old yeast to make of yourselves fresh dough.
John 20:1-9
Peter observed the wrappings on the ground and saw the piece of cloth which had covered the head rolled up in a place by itself.

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
Surrender your life to God. You are promised eternal life. (Luke 22:14-23:1-49) 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, Maria Robbers, Peggy Schirtzinger, Vi Snead, Doris Wahlrab

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, April 2– Monday of Holy Week
Gospel Reading: John 12:1-11
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Communion – Chapel
6:15 p.m. – Serra Mass – Chapel
7:00 p.m. – ICS PTO –Rm 108
Tuesday, April 3 – Tuesday of Holy Week
Gospel Reading: John 13:21-33, 36-38
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass –-Chapel
10:00 a.m. – Adoration – Church
12:00 p.m. – Mission Sewing Group
Wednesday, April 4 – Wednesday of Holy Week
Gospel Reading: Matthew 26:14-25
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass - Bob Nock, dec. --Chapel
9:30 a.m. – Servers’ Training
Thursday, April 5—Holy Thursday, Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Gospel Reading: John 13:1-15
8:15 a.m. – Children’s Prayer Service -- Church
7:00 p.m. – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
10:00 p.m. – Night Prayer
Friday, April 6 – Good Friday, Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Gospel Reading: John 18:1-19, 42
SCHOOL AND RECTORY CLOSED
11:00 a.m. – Hunger Lunch – MSH
12:00 p.m. – Liturgy of the Passion
1:30 p.m. – Way of the Cross
7:00 p.m. – Taize Prayer Service
Saturday, April 7 – Holy Saturday, Easter Vigil
8:30 a.m. – Prayer Service and Rite of Naming
9:30 a.m. – Candidates’ Practice
10:00 a.m. – Decorate Church
Servers’ Practice
Readers’ Practice
8:45 p.m. – Easter Vigil – Ernesto D’Amico, dec
Sunday, April 8 – Easter Sunday, Resurrection of the Lord
9:00 a.m.– Mass – Vincenzo Berardo, dec; Ernesto D’Amico, dec.
11:00 a.m.– Mass – All Parishioners
12:15 p.m. – Easter Egg Hunt
6:00 p.m.– Rock Mass—Frank Burger

PARISH NEWS

EASTER EGG HUNT
Join us after the 11:00am Mass on Easter Sunday for an Easter Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny will be here on the Church lawn to help hunt for eggs. BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket!)

ARCHDIOCESAN ANNUAL FUND
The Archdiocesan Annual Fund continues this week in our parish. Our parish response to date is $13,195.00. As of this writing, 176 parishioners have responded, helping us achieve 66% of our parish target of $20,000. We are most grateful to those who have been so generous. To our remaining parishioners, we urge you to consider a gift or pledge: no gift is too small.

WINNER’S CIRCLE
Congratulations to our newest Winners! For a $5 donation, they won $100 every time the Ohio Lottery called their numbers. YOU can be a Winner, too—just get your tickets after mass, or in the Rectory during regular business hours. #212 Bob Sharp, Beavercreek #199 Roma Taylor, Dayton
#189 Karen Brumbaugh, West Milton #983 Lois Heeter, Dayton

ROSARY ALTAR
The Rummage Sale is quickly approaching! We will accept your treasures for the Rummage Sale Tuesday, Apr. 10 through Friday, Apr. 13 from 10:00am –6:00pm in MSH. All items must be in good working condition; no computers, typewriters, or soiled or torn upholstered furniture please. The sale will be on Saturday, Apr. 14 from 9:00am –4:00pm in MSH. See you there!

PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
Look what we’re doing! We are going to create a new pictorial directory of our church family, which will help us connect names and faces. We need you to participate by having your portrait taken during the second week of May. We will begin signing up appointments next weekend; portraits will be taken in May.
We also need your help with telephoning and hosting. If you are interested, please call Katherine at 252-9919 ext. 228. We need YOU to make this project a success!

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!

TAX STATEMENTS
Due to recent changes in tax laws, beginning with contributions made in 2007, parishioners (who itemize their tax returns) will no longer be able to deduct contributions to the parish unless they maintain a bank record or written contribution statement from the parish. If you wish to ensure deductibility of your contributions, please use a check or your parish envelope. The parish will track contributions made using parish envelopes, and will, upon request, produce a written statement of contributions made during 2007. Cancelled checks and other bank records are also sufficient documentation. The parish cannot track cash contributions not in parish tithe envelopes. If you do not have tithe envelopes, call Katherine at 252-9919 ext 228, and she will get them ready for you.

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 Mary Bochenek at 256-4737 to submit a prayer request or to join the team.

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.
Grateful Believers…Stewardship as a way of life

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Holy Week:
Thursday, April 5 7:00pm
Mary Ellen Reinhard, Betty Chadwell, Christina Braaksma, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets
Saturday, April 7 8:45pm
Genny Tankersley, Mark Sheets, Pat Sheets, Terri Welch
Easter Sunday:
Sunday, April 8 9:00am
Christian Braaksma, Tony Hart, Leroy Watson, Shirley Watson, Tim Welch, Clem Schirtzinger
Sunday, April 8 11:00am
Tony Hart, Eric Ledford, John Musto, Theresa O’Connell, Tim O’Connell, Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike Reese
Sunday, April 8 6:00pm
Julie Beall, Megan Davis, John Gardner, Deb Goldberg, Suzanne Klase, Mary Grace Kochmar, Mary Jo Kochmar, Kelly Martin, Sylvia Schmitz, George Zimmer, Pat Zimmer

GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Sunday, April 8 6:00pm The Ervin Family

LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Holy Week:
Holy Thursday, Apr. 5 7:00pm
Pat Zimmer, Bill Siskaninetz
Good Friday, Apr. 6 12:00pm
Tony Hart, Ullainee Battigaglia
Easter Vigil, Apr. 7 8:45pm
Pat Zimmer, Michael Reese, Pat Schneider, Mark Sheets, Bill Siskaninetz

Easter Sunday:
Sunday, April 8 9:00am
Ullainee Battigaglia, Rae Ann Brooks
Sunday, April 8 11:00am
Ed McGarry, Bill Siskaninetz
Sunday, April 8 6:00pm
Pat Zimmer, Michael Wagner

SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Holy Week:
Thursday, April 5 7:00pm
Mandi Byrd, Michael Byrd, Mike Schamel, Emily Schamel
Friday, April 6 12:00pm
Deanna Shaw, Brian Beall, Robert Gearhart
Saturday, April 7 8:45pm
Meredith O’Connell, Christina Jackowski, Sarah Sherman, Nathan Markley, Abby Plummer
Easter Sunday:
Sunday, April 8 9:00am
Sharon Coutinho, Kyle Abel, Matthew Barnes
Sunday, April 8 11:00am
Adam Armitage, Amanda Robinette, Zach Cross, Jack Stump
Sunday, April 8 6:00pm
Nick Powers, Elizabeth Wagner, Brian Beall, Tyler Bundy

A Gift of Treasure (our weekly goal is $9860)

Tithe for Mar 24 and 25
Envelope Contributions $ 7,504.69
Loose Contributions $ 681.00
Total $ 8,185.69 (small sad face)

ATTENDANCE
5:00pm 191
11:00am 269
6:00pm 414

Total 874

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 $ 48,950.37
March $ 2,662.25
Total $ 51,612.62

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 $ 29,807.07
March 1,362.00
Total $ 31,169.07

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

EASTER EGG HUNT
Carroll High School’s Alumni Association invites you to its first Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, Apr. 7. Meet in the CHS cafeteria at 9:30am for donuts, juice, coffee, games, and get your photo taken with the Big Bunny himself. At 10:45am, student volunteers will lead the children to the egg hunt location(s). Cost is $5 per adult, and FREE for children. Please RSVP before Mar. 30 to 253-8188, ext. 339; email jweitz@carrollhs.org.

CATHOLICS COME HOME
Queen of Martyrs, Our Lady of Mercy, Corpus Christi, Precious Blood, St. Paul and St. Rita parishes will begin a three-week series for Catholics who wish to consider returning to an active practice of faith. The sessions will be Sundays, Apr. 15, 22, and 29, from 1:00pm –2:30pm at Queen of Martyrs Church. Call Jane Bensman at 277-2092 for more information.

JOURNEY TO THE ATHENAEUM
Travel to Cincinnati by bus to tour the Athenaeum for Mass and lunch on Thursday, Apr. 19. After lunch there will be a guided tour to St. Peter in Chains Cathedral. We will leave from St. Charles Borromeo at 8:30am, and return at 4:00pm. The cost is $40; for more information call Carol Kovach at 434-6081.

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 going on 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.

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.