Bulletin for October 14, 2007
A YEAR OF GRACE
TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – OCTOBER 14, 2007
2 Kings 5: 14-17
TWENTY NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – OCTOBER 21, 2007
Exodus 17: 8-13
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Tuesday* – Friday
VOCATION VIEWS
Gratitude leads to praise. For what are you thankful? Share your gratitude. (Luke 17: 11—19).
HOSPITAL CALLS AND VISITATIONS
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.
REST IN PEACE
Our condolences to the families of Rita Shook and baby girl Rose Mathew, who were buried this week. May light perpetual shine upon them and bring consolation to their families.
THIS WEEK’S PARISH ACTIVITIES…
Monday, October 15 – Teresa of Jesus, virgin, doctor
PARISH NEWS
ORGANIST NEEDED
The position of Organist is now open at Immaculate Conception. Candidates should have pipe organ proficiency skills, choral direction, a good knowledge of liturgy and a deep sense of dedication to the Church. Please submit resumes to Fr. Geraci. Deadline is October 31, 2007. Thank you.
EVENSONG
Parishioners who have lost a loved one since November 1, 2006, who have not been buried from Immaculate Conception, but would like to be included in the Vespers service November 2, please contact the rectory at 252-9919 and give name of deceased, date of death, and the family member’s information.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
A Great Day Is Coming!! Next Sunday, World Mission Sunday, our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, call every Catholic to celebrate, at the Eucharist, our vocation to be missionary and to help the Missions. As Catholics around the world – here at home and in the Missions – gather at the Eucharist around the table of the Lord, let us PRAY for the Church’s worldwide mission. OFFER financial help through the Propagation of the Faith for more than 1,150 diocese in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands.
ROSARY ALTAR
Rosary Altar’s next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 16 at 1:00pm in MSH. After prayers and a meeting, we will all indulge in a delectable Ice Cream Social! Everything for the event will be provided by Carm, Mary, Fran, and Shirley. Polish Poker will be played afterwards. It’s a lot of fun, so come on down! The best part is that this entire event is FREE!! Join this fabulous group of ladies who work hard – providing the hosts and wine for the altar and also voted to provide a stipend to help the Family Rosary Rally at U.D. COME ON DOWN, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 AT 1:00PM!! Bring your appetites, your rosaries, and your ready smiles!
OUTREACH EVENTS
The cold and flu season is fast upon us and the Senior Resource Connection Visiting Home Care is offering flu shots at Immaculate Conception in MSH on Tuesday, October 23 from 9:00am to 11:00am. No reservations necessary, but you do need to sign up to register in the main vestibule after this weekend’s masses. Medicare Part B pays for the flu shot. Please make sure you bring your Medicare card. Those having Medicare Complete, Medicare Advantage, Care Source and all other insurance will pay $28.00. All cash payors will be issued a receipt to be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement. We look forward to providing you with this very important preventative measure. Any questions please contact Rita Moorman at 252-2554.
ST. VINCENT HOTEL SEPTEMBER MEAL
St. Vincent hotel received $204.00 in cash donations that was used to purchase 6 lasagna casseroles costing $48.94, leaving a balance of $155 that will be used for future purchases as needed. St. Vincent also received donations of 19 casseroles and 24 canned goods. Please remember the hotel by making a casserole or buying a canned vegetable or fruit. The next sign-ups will be on October 27-28 in the main vestibule. Thank you for your support and keep up the good work.
ST. VINCENT DePAUL CENTER’S FOURTH ANNUAL AUCTION
You are invited to an evening of fun at the St. Vincent DePaul Center’s Fourth Annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, October 20 from 5:30pm-10:30pm at the Job Center, 1133 S Edwin C. Moses Blvd, Dayton. The meal will be catered by Sinclair’s Culinary Arts Team and entertainment will be provided by the St. Vincent DePaul Center students. There will be a variety of items sure to please all bidders in the silent and live auctions. Tickets are $40.00 per person. For more information you can visit our website www.stvincenctddayton.org or call (937)222-3661.
FALL RUMMAGE SALE
The annual Fall Rummage Sale will be on Saturday, November 10 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Donations will be taken in on Wednesday, November 7 through Friday, November 10 from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Please bring items down the ramp behind the church into the basement. All appliances must be in working order, no soiled or torn furniture, typewriters, and computers. St. Vincent will take them if they are not sold, unless they are damaged or not in working. Any questions, please call Patty at 253-2477.
BAKE AND CRAFT SALE
The annual Bake and Craft Sale will also be on Saturday, November 10 in the choir room. Donations will be taken on Friday, November 9 from noon to 6:00pm. Please bring all cakes, pies, candy, cookies, cupcakes or any other delicious items and Christmas crafts to the choir room. All parishioners are invited to bring items and to shop!! Any questions, please call Alice at 293-8773.
WELCOME VISITORS!
We are glad you are visiting us. For your information:
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.
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 the office at 252-9919, and we will get them ready for you.
WORD OF LIFE
From the moment of our conception, God does not see us superficially as a microscopic, unformed cell. In every child, born or unborn, God sees the individual he created to love, and be loved by, for all eternity. (Flyer, Respect Life Program 2007)
Grateful Believers…Stewardship as a way of life
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
A Gift of Treasure
PARISH OFFERINGS FOR OCTOBER 6 & 7
Total attendance for Mass at Immaculate Conception Church for week ending September 30, 2007 was 720.
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; includes 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 equipment. Please continue your generosity.
EDUCATION FUND UPDATE
The Education Fund matching grant program has been renewed. 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 have tuition aid available for our qualifying families in the future. We begin new with the fiscal year for the following year.
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 Tammy at the Rectory at 252-9919. Please ask the florist to deliver at either 10am or 4:30pm on Saturday when our sacristans are available will receive them and place them.
SCHOOL NEWS
ICS CLASS OF 1957
The ICS class of 1957 will celebrate its 50th reunion on Oct. 27, 2007. Tickets are $30.00 each; for more information or to make a reservation, call Karen at 439-1006 and leave a message.
OUT OF PARISH
SOWING CIRCLE UPDATE
The Sowing Circle will use the Mission Driven Parish by Fr. Pat Brennan as a framework for creating “contemplative conversations” around some of the issues and principles involved in developing and leading parishes that help people live out their call to authentic discipleship. The first session meets Tuesday, October 16 at Trinity Center from 9:30am to 11:30am.
HEBREW AND CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURE
Participants in this class will gain a basic understanding of contemporary Catholic biblical criticism and also an understanding of the major themes of the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures. Joan Dunn will be facilitating these classes on October 16, 23, 30, and November 6 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at St. Christopher Parish, 435 E. National Road, Vandalia. Cost is $30. To register for one of these dates, please call 223-4075.
HOMELESSNESS
John Carr from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will be at Incarnation Parish on Monday, October 22 to discuss the efforts and priorities of the bishops around social justice, as well as provide insight into the work of parish social ministry.
SISTERS OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD RETREAT
The Precious Blood Sisters welcome women, college age and older, to an overnight retreat, “Called to Holiness”. The retreat beings on Friday, October 26 at 5:00pm and ends on Saturday, October 27 at 6:00pm. For more information and to register, please call Sister Carolyn Hoying, CPPS at 231-1244 or e-mail vocations@preciousbloodsistersdayton.org.
DEACON FORMATION PROGRAM
You are cordially invited to a meeting on Wednesday, October 24 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm of interested men (and their wives) to learn more about the role of deacons in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. This meeting will take place at Ascension Church, room 114, 2025 Woodman Dr. in Kettering. If you plan on attending, please call Barry Mersmann, Director, or Karen Brannon at the Office of the Diaconate at (513) 421-3131 or register by e-mail at deaconoffice@catholiccincinnati.org.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
The Catholic Education Collaborative (CEC) for the Dayton Deanery is seeking a Director of Stewardship, Development and Marketing. Candidate must possess an advanced degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field; it is also highly desirable if candidate possesses a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) status; 5 to 10 years experience in development, marketing or communications; established track record in fund raising environment; affinity for working in a not-for-profit or educational setting. A practicing Catholic is preferred. Send resume and cover letter by October 22, 2007 to: Anne Battes, 266 Bainbridge St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
ART EXHIBITION
Brother Joseph Barrish’s art exhibition, “Dayton: In and Out”, will be at the Gallery Saint John, 4400 Shakertown Road, Dayton through November 22. Hours of exhibit will be Wednesday – Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm or by appointment. Admission is free! A reception for the exhibit will be on Sunday, October 21 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. There will also be a free workshop, “Secrets of Using Color Revealed” on October 7, call 320-5405 to enroll.
ST. RITA PARISH HOMECOMING
All former parishioners and school alumni are invited to join St. Rita Parish in celebrating the 85th anniversary of the parish founding and the 40th anniversary of the church dedication. Both anniversaries will be celebrated on Saturday, October 27 starting with the 4:30pm Mass followed by a dinner and dance. If you were present at the church dedication in October of 1967, let us know! All are welcome. For more information, or to make reservations for the dinner, please call Debi Hamby at 278-5815 by Monday, October 15.
CHURCH WOMEN UNITED
Women who wish to be ecumenical are invited to learn more about Church Women United of Greater Dayton. Pope John Paul II stated, “Increase in fellowship is one of the distinctive and most important aspects of ecumenism. Love builds communication between individuals and communities. If we love one another, we strive to deepen our communion and make it perfect.” For more information call Kathy Zamonski at 298-4255; leave your name, address, and phone number for a free one-year subscription to CWU’s newsletter.
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.
TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – OCTOBER 14, 2007
2 Kings 5: 14-17
He returned to Naaman and acknowledged the Lord to this man of God.2 Timothy 2: 8-13
If we hold firm, we shall reign with Christ.Luke 17: 11-19
It seems that no one has returned to give thanks to God except this stranger.
TWENTY NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – OCTOBER 21, 2007
Exodus 17: 8-13
As long as Moses kept his arms raised, Israel had the advantage.2 Timothy 3: 14-4, 2
This is how the man of God becomes equipped and ready for every good work.Luke 18: 1-8
God will see those who cry to him vindicated.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Tuesday* – Friday
8:00am Morning PrayerSaturday
8:15am Mass (Followed with Rosary, Exposition, and Benediction)
(*Please note: on the first Tuesday of each month, we will celebrate mass at the Sanctuary Retirement Home, for more information please call the rectory office at 252-9919)
4:00pm Reconciliation
VOCATION VIEWS
Gratitude leads to praise. For what are you thankful? Share your gratitude. (Luke 17: 11—19).
HOSPITAL CALLS AND VISITATIONS
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, Frances Davenport, Bob Walling, Elveira Snead, Alice Boehmer, Eileen Middleton, and Dolores Duckro
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.
REST IN PEACE
Our condolences to the families of Rita Shook and baby girl Rose Mathew, who were buried this week. May light perpetual shine upon them and bring consolation to their families.
THIS WEEK’S PARISH ACTIVITIES…
Monday, October 15 – Teresa of Jesus, virgin, doctor
Gospel Reading: Luke 11: 29-32Tuesday, October 16 – Weekday/Hedwig, relig./Margaret Mary Alacoque, virgin
6:45 p.m. – Parish Council mtg – St. Helen’s
Gospel Reading: Luke 11: 37-41Wednesday, October 17 – Ignatius of Antioch, bp., martyr
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass – Chapel – Herman Boehmer, dec.
7:30 p.m. – Dayton Deanery regional mtg – St. Lukes
Gospel Reading: Luke 11: 42-46Thursday, October 18 – Luke, evangelist
8:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer- Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass – Chapel – Charles Tankersley
10:00 a.m. – Servers’ Training
Gospel Reading: Luke 10: 1-9Friday, October 19 – John de Brebeuf, Isaac Jogues, and Companions, martyrs
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. – Mass – Chapel – Mary Ann Westendorf, dec.
Gospel Reading: Luke 12: 1-7Saturday, October 20 – Weekday/Paul of the Cross, priest/BVM on Saturday
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer - Chapel
8:15 a.m. –ICS Mass– Paul Kinzeler, dec.
7:00 p.m. – Bingo! – ICS
Gospel Reading: Luke 12: 8-12Sunday, October 21 – Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
3:00 p.m. – Folk Choir
4:00 p.m. – Reconciliation
5:00 p.m. – Mass – Herman Boehmer, dec., Larry and Lynn Blanford #25
6:15 p.m. – K. of C. Dinner – MSH (pulled pork)
Gospel Reading: Luke 18: 1-18
9:00 a.m. – Adult Choir practice – Church
9:30 a.m. – RCIA - ML
9:30 a.m. – PREP – Undercroft grades 1-4
11:00 a.m.– Mass – Kevin Ferment, dec.
5:00 p.m. – PREP – Undercroft grades 5-8
6:00 p.m.– Rock Mass – All parishioners
PARISH NEWS
ORGANIST NEEDED
The position of Organist is now open at Immaculate Conception. Candidates should have pipe organ proficiency skills, choral direction, a good knowledge of liturgy and a deep sense of dedication to the Church. Please submit resumes to Fr. Geraci. Deadline is October 31, 2007. Thank you.
EVENSONG
Parishioners who have lost a loved one since November 1, 2006, who have not been buried from Immaculate Conception, but would like to be included in the Vespers service November 2, please contact the rectory at 252-9919 and give name of deceased, date of death, and the family member’s information.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
A Great Day Is Coming!! Next Sunday, World Mission Sunday, our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, call every Catholic to celebrate, at the Eucharist, our vocation to be missionary and to help the Missions. As Catholics around the world – here at home and in the Missions – gather at the Eucharist around the table of the Lord, let us PRAY for the Church’s worldwide mission. OFFER financial help through the Propagation of the Faith for more than 1,150 diocese in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands.
ROSARY ALTAR
Rosary Altar’s next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 16 at 1:00pm in MSH. After prayers and a meeting, we will all indulge in a delectable Ice Cream Social! Everything for the event will be provided by Carm, Mary, Fran, and Shirley. Polish Poker will be played afterwards. It’s a lot of fun, so come on down! The best part is that this entire event is FREE!! Join this fabulous group of ladies who work hard – providing the hosts and wine for the altar and also voted to provide a stipend to help the Family Rosary Rally at U.D. COME ON DOWN, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 AT 1:00PM!! Bring your appetites, your rosaries, and your ready smiles!
OUTREACH EVENTS
The cold and flu season is fast upon us and the Senior Resource Connection Visiting Home Care is offering flu shots at Immaculate Conception in MSH on Tuesday, October 23 from 9:00am to 11:00am. No reservations necessary, but you do need to sign up to register in the main vestibule after this weekend’s masses. Medicare Part B pays for the flu shot. Please make sure you bring your Medicare card. Those having Medicare Complete, Medicare Advantage, Care Source and all other insurance will pay $28.00. All cash payors will be issued a receipt to be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement. We look forward to providing you with this very important preventative measure. Any questions please contact Rita Moorman at 252-2554.
ST. VINCENT HOTEL SEPTEMBER MEAL
St. Vincent hotel received $204.00 in cash donations that was used to purchase 6 lasagna casseroles costing $48.94, leaving a balance of $155 that will be used for future purchases as needed. St. Vincent also received donations of 19 casseroles and 24 canned goods. Please remember the hotel by making a casserole or buying a canned vegetable or fruit. The next sign-ups will be on October 27-28 in the main vestibule. Thank you for your support and keep up the good work.
ST. VINCENT DePAUL CENTER’S FOURTH ANNUAL AUCTION
You are invited to an evening of fun at the St. Vincent DePaul Center’s Fourth Annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, October 20 from 5:30pm-10:30pm at the Job Center, 1133 S Edwin C. Moses Blvd, Dayton. The meal will be catered by Sinclair’s Culinary Arts Team and entertainment will be provided by the St. Vincent DePaul Center students. There will be a variety of items sure to please all bidders in the silent and live auctions. Tickets are $40.00 per person. For more information you can visit our website www.stvincenctddayton.org or call (937)222-3661.
FALL RUMMAGE SALE
The annual Fall Rummage Sale will be on Saturday, November 10 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Donations will be taken in on Wednesday, November 7 through Friday, November 10 from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Please bring items down the ramp behind the church into the basement. All appliances must be in working order, no soiled or torn furniture, typewriters, and computers. St. Vincent will take them if they are not sold, unless they are damaged or not in working. Any questions, please call Patty at 253-2477.
BAKE AND CRAFT SALE
The annual Bake and Craft Sale will also be on Saturday, November 10 in the choir room. Donations will be taken on Friday, November 9 from noon to 6:00pm. Please bring all cakes, pies, candy, cookies, cupcakes or any other delicious items and Christmas crafts to the choir room. All parishioners are invited to bring items and to shop!! Any questions, please call Alice at 293-8773.
WELCOME VISITORS!
We are glad you are visiting us. For your information:
1) Restrooms are available on the lower level.
2) Hearing aides are available from the ushers.
3) Please let our parishioners near you know that you are a visitor so that they may welcome you and answer any questions that you may have.
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.
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 the office at 252-9919, and we will get them ready for you.
WORD OF LIFE
From the moment of our conception, God does not see us superficially as a microscopic, unformed cell. In every child, born or unborn, God sees the individual he created to love, and be loved by, for all eternity. (Flyer, Respect Life Program 2007)
Grateful Believers…Stewardship as a way of life
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
Terri Welch, Tim Welch, Christina Braaksma, Debbie Goldberg, Jack Putnam, Nettie Putnam, Mary Ellen Reinhard, Clem SchirtzingerSunday, Oct 21 11am
Allyssa Oney, Jen Reese, Mike Reese, Bill Siskaninetz, R J Van Leeuwen, Bob Van Leeuwen, Shirley Watson, Leroy WatsonSunday, Oct 21 6pm
Sarah Fortener, Julie Beall, Maria Morrow, Tim Barrett, Ann Marie Barrett, Daniella D’Souza, Dominique Cooper, Karen Walling, Karen Vonderheide, Deb Goldberg, Denise Post
GIFT BEARERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
Bracksma FamilySunday, Oct 21 11am
Mike & Jen ReeseSunday, Oct 21 6pm
D’Souza Family
LECTORS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
C. Braaksma, D. GoldbergSunday, Oct 21 11am
B. Siskaninetz, U. BattigagliaSunday, Oct 21 6pm
A. D’Souza, H. Carter
SERVERS’ SCHEDULE
Saturday, Oct 20 5pm
Nick Powers, Clem Schritzinger, Mary Ellen ReinhardSunday, Oct 21 11am
Ben, Chris, and Brian ConnairSunday, Oct 21 6pm
Sarah Sherman, Tyler Bundy
A Gift of Treasure
PARISH OFFERINGS FOR OCTOBER 6 & 7
Tithe Contributions $ 9159.00 (sad face)
Candles $ 90.00
Hope $ 87.00
Propagation of Faith $ 32.00
St. Vincent De Paul $ 31.00
Total attendance for Mass at Immaculate Conception Church for week ending September 30, 2007 was 720.
Saturday 5:00pm 163
Sunday 11:00am 214
Sunday 6:00pm 343
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; includes 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 equipment. Please continue your generosity.
Balance as of September 30, 2007 $ 65,259.12
Contributions for week of October 7, 2007 $ 243.00
Total to Date $ 65,502.12
EDUCATION FUND UPDATE
The Education Fund matching grant program has been renewed. 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 have tuition aid available for our qualifying families in the future. We begin new with the fiscal year for the following year.
Balance as of September 30, 2007 $ 3,373.00
Contributions for week of October 7, 2007 $ 267.00
Total to Date $ 3,640.00
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 Tammy at the Rectory at 252-9919. Please ask the florist to deliver at either 10am or 4:30pm on Saturday when our sacristans are available will receive them and place them.
Thank you to Anjes Wilson for her donation of altar flowers last weekend, October 6 and 7, in memory of her father Willem Braaksma.
SCHOOL NEWS
ICS CLASS OF 1957
The ICS class of 1957 will celebrate its 50th reunion on Oct. 27, 2007. Tickets are $30.00 each; for more information or to make a reservation, call Karen at 439-1006 and leave a message.
OUT OF PARISH
SOWING CIRCLE UPDATE
The Sowing Circle will use the Mission Driven Parish by Fr. Pat Brennan as a framework for creating “contemplative conversations” around some of the issues and principles involved in developing and leading parishes that help people live out their call to authentic discipleship. The first session meets Tuesday, October 16 at Trinity Center from 9:30am to 11:30am.
HEBREW AND CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURE
Participants in this class will gain a basic understanding of contemporary Catholic biblical criticism and also an understanding of the major themes of the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures. Joan Dunn will be facilitating these classes on October 16, 23, 30, and November 6 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at St. Christopher Parish, 435 E. National Road, Vandalia. Cost is $30. To register for one of these dates, please call 223-4075.
HOMELESSNESS
John Carr from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will be at Incarnation Parish on Monday, October 22 to discuss the efforts and priorities of the bishops around social justice, as well as provide insight into the work of parish social ministry.
SISTERS OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD RETREAT
The Precious Blood Sisters welcome women, college age and older, to an overnight retreat, “Called to Holiness”. The retreat beings on Friday, October 26 at 5:00pm and ends on Saturday, October 27 at 6:00pm. For more information and to register, please call Sister Carolyn Hoying, CPPS at 231-1244 or e-mail vocations@preciousbloodsistersdayton.org.
DEACON FORMATION PROGRAM
You are cordially invited to a meeting on Wednesday, October 24 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm of interested men (and their wives) to learn more about the role of deacons in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. This meeting will take place at Ascension Church, room 114, 2025 Woodman Dr. in Kettering. If you plan on attending, please call Barry Mersmann, Director, or Karen Brannon at the Office of the Diaconate at (513) 421-3131 or register by e-mail at deaconoffice@catholiccincinnati.org.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
The Catholic Education Collaborative (CEC) for the Dayton Deanery is seeking a Director of Stewardship, Development and Marketing. Candidate must possess an advanced degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field; it is also highly desirable if candidate possesses a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) status; 5 to 10 years experience in development, marketing or communications; established track record in fund raising environment; affinity for working in a not-for-profit or educational setting. A practicing Catholic is preferred. Send resume and cover letter by October 22, 2007 to: Anne Battes, 266 Bainbridge St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
ART EXHIBITION
Brother Joseph Barrish’s art exhibition, “Dayton: In and Out”, will be at the Gallery Saint John, 4400 Shakertown Road, Dayton through November 22. Hours of exhibit will be Wednesday – Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm or by appointment. Admission is free! A reception for the exhibit will be on Sunday, October 21 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. There will also be a free workshop, “Secrets of Using Color Revealed” on October 7, call 320-5405 to enroll.
ST. RITA PARISH HOMECOMING
All former parishioners and school alumni are invited to join St. Rita Parish in celebrating the 85th anniversary of the parish founding and the 40th anniversary of the church dedication. Both anniversaries will be celebrated on Saturday, October 27 starting with the 4:30pm Mass followed by a dinner and dance. If you were present at the church dedication in October of 1967, let us know! All are welcome. For more information, or to make reservations for the dinner, please call Debi Hamby at 278-5815 by Monday, October 15.
CHURCH WOMEN UNITED
Women who wish to be ecumenical are invited to learn more about Church Women United of Greater Dayton. Pope John Paul II stated, “Increase in fellowship is one of the distinctive and most important aspects of ecumenism. Love builds communication between individuals and communities. If we love one another, we strive to deepen our communion and make it perfect.” For more information call Kathy Zamonski at 298-4255; leave your name, address, and phone number for a free one-year subscription to CWU’s newsletter.
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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