Immaculate Conception Parish, Arnold, MO

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION BULLETIN
May 4, 1997

FRIARS' MIND

There are many good reasons why every Catholic should be a part of the Archdiocesan Development Appeal (ADA).
Here are just a few.

The ADA is the Catholic "United Way" of St. Louis. So often we feel that our church should be doing something about our pressing social problems, to help the many who are in need and to promote good causes in our community. What is our church doing? Through the ADA we are making a difference. Your gift to the ADA benefits over one-half million people through hundreds of charitable, educational and emergency programs.

Through the ADA we can do together what we cannot do individually.
So often we feel that our small gift is insignificant in the face of such large problems. By joining with others we form a large and powerful resource to make a real difference. In 1996 the ADA contributed more than eight million dollars toward the betterment of our community! So give something, regardless of how small it may seem to you. It will be part of a program that does make a difference.

The ADA is a very efficient charity.
The ADA has one of the highest efficiency records of any charity. It has a very low administrative cost. More than ninety percent of what is received actually ends up in the hands of the needy. Few charities have such a record. Your dollar for charity goes much further through the ADA.

Your gift to the ADA enriches you.
Your gift to the ADA not only helps the needy, but enriches you. As Mother Teresa says, "The poor do not need us as much as we need the poor." Charity is not only giving, it is receiving.

If you are tempted to skip the ADA, pause and consider. For just the price of dining out, a visit to the beauty parlor, a trip to the movies, you could be part of the Catholic "United Way" which makes a difference in the lives of thousands and enriches everyone who participates.

Frs. Earl & Gilmary

ASCENSION THURSDAY

HOLYDAY OF OBLIGATION MASS SCHEDULE

Wednesday, May 7 - 7:00 pm

Thursday, May 8 - 6:00 am; 9:00 am; 7:00 pm

PLEDGE PAYMENT SUNDAY

This Sunday, May 4, as the first Sunday of every month, is Pledge Payment Sunday, a practical reminder to be faithful to your pledge to our new parish center. I.C. Tomorrow note pads are available.

I.C. Tomorrow

519 Pledges as of 4-29-97

Amount Pledged: $886,105.00

Amount Received: $449,354.08

A New Parish Center is Coming

Mass Intentions

Mon. May 5 - Easter Weekday
(Act 16:11-15; Jn 15:26-16:4)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Roy Sippel
8:00 a.m. Special Intention
Tue. May 6 - Easter Weekday
(Acts 16:22-34; Jn 16:5-11)
8:00 a.m. The Emil Meyer Family
7:00 p.m. In Mem. of Herbert Kohler
Wed. May 7 - Easter Weekday
(Acts 17:15-18:1; Jn 16:12-15)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Leo B. Werne IV
7:00 p.m. In Mem. of Brittney & Brandon Hermann

Thr. May 8 - ASCENSION OF THE LORD

(Acts 1:1-11; Eph 4:1-13; Mk 16:15-20)
6:00 a.m. In Mem. of Emory Oross
9:00 a.m. People of the Parish
7:00 p.m. In Mem. of Thelma Sanders
Fri. May 9 - Easter Weekday
(Acts 18:9-18; Jn 16:20-23)
7:00 a.m. Intention of Jane Becher
8:00 a.m. All Souls in Purgatory
Sat. May 10 - Easter Weekday
(Acts 18:23-28; Jn 16:23-28)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Martin Ems
5:00 p.m. In Mem. of Bill O'Hara, Sr.
Sun. May 11 - SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
(Acts 1:15-26; 1 Jn 4:11-16; Jn 17:11-19)
7:00 a.m. Little & Furrer Families
8:30 a.m. People of the Parish
10:00 a.m. Priests Intention
11:30 a.m. Dec. Members of Ollie Novak Family

Our Lady's Prayer Group, Thursday, 7pm

Eucharistic Ministers

Sat. May 10
5:00 p.m. Charles Meyer, Charles Carnago, Joe and Betty Nahlik
Sun. May 11
7:00 a.m. Carole Betz, Joyce Ott, Max Peterson
8:30 a.m. Jim Blume, Allen Unterreiner, Jim Kargus, Charles Otec
10:00 a.m. Bill Bell, Greg & Pat Wise, Sheila White, Rich Lifka
11:30 a.m. Marge Kenney, Mary Lacy, Jane Williams

Commentators Lectors

Sat. May 10
5:00 p.m. Evelyn Timmerman, Sue Steidle
Sun. May 11
7:00 a.m. Don Betz & Ron Betz
8:30 a.m. Kathleen & Bob Connoley
10:00 a.m. Tonya Lee & Rich Layton
11:30 a.m. Mary Kampschroeder & Bob Venker

CHURCH CLEANERS - Tue. May 6 - Marcella Ziegler, Violet Telgmann, Kathleen Rhymer, Mary Cracchioco

Wedding Banns

III - Kelly Radetic & Tom Mueller

II - Lisa Wingbermuehle & Jason Seyforth

Fr. Robert Menner visited the parish last week and send his best wishes to all.

LADIES SODALITY

The meeting will be this Tuesday, May 6, 7:30 pm. There will be a speaker regarding health care. All are invited. This is the last meeting till September.

Offering

Our grateful tithes to God last week:
Adult..............$5,491.73
Youth .................. 10.71
Miscellaneous (Loose $)......... . 575.69
TOTAL....................... $ 6,078.13
(Envelopes: 308 adult, 26 Youth)
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS:
I. C. Tomorrow .........................2,671.00

STEWARDSHIP "Love one another as I have loved you." (Jn 15:12) Christian stewardship of our time, talent and treasure is the practical expression of such love.

PLEASE NOTE: The money counters have asked that you do not staple or tape your Sunday envelopes. Thank you.

Bulletin Board

Mon. May 5
AA Mtg, 7:30 pm, PC up
Brownie Troop #2033, 3-5pm, PC dn
Girl Scout Jr. Troop #4021, 3-5pm, PC Dn
School Uniform resell - 5-7pm, PC dn
Tue. May 6
Ladies Sodality Mtg., 7:30 pm, PC dn
Wolf Den Mtg, 7pm, PC up
Wed. May 7 Boy Scout Troop #419, 7-9pm, PC up
Brownie Scouts 1st Grade, 3-4:30 pm, PC dn
Daisy Scout Mtg, 3-4pm, PC up
Men's Club 8pm, PC dn
Quilting, 9am - 3 pm, Convent Lower Level
Thr. May 8
ASCENSION OF THE LORD
Fri. May 9
Wolf Den Mtg., 7pm, PC up

Mass Servers

WEEK OF May 8 - May 11
8:00 am Tues - Shaun Cape, Kyle Robinson
7:00 pm Tues & 8am Sat - L. Echenrod, G. Prindiville
FEAST OF THE ASCENSION (Thurs 5/8)
7:00 pm Wed - Lindsay Sanders, Matt Klingler
6:00 am Thurs - Dan Peterson, Steve Wichmer
9:00 am Thurs - Ben Mayer, Derek Cashel
7:00 pm Thurs - Julie & Jon Jansen

5:00 pm Sat - Matt & Andy Mayer
7:00 am Sun - Mike Atzert, Scott Ziegler
8:30 am Sun - Tim Morgan, Leslie Keevil
10:00 am Sun - Matt & Julie Finazzo
11:30 am Sun - Mauro & Emilia Buchek

Your gift to the Archdiocesan Development Appeal (ADA) helps one-half million people, including 1,000 with special needs who receive the education and encouragement necessary to help them reach their full potential.

ADA pledge cards are in the back of church. If you could not find yours last week, pleace check again. A few were misplaced and we have resorted them.

CRAFT SALE

Will be held before and after all Masses this weekend. Need a Mother's or Father's day gift? Get it here.

I.C. TOMORROW BINGO

The BINGO has given another $6,0000.00 to our builidng fund which brings their total to $59,000.00! Thank you!

Quilt Social

THIS SUNDAY, May 4 - 1:00 pm

Sponsored by our Sewing Circle - all Hand-made quilts and pillow cases - Chances available for beautiful King/Queen size "TULIP" Quilt and embroidered pillow cases.
Refreshments will be available.

Ladies, please don't forget to bring your cakes and pies.

Recent Baptisms

We wish to welcome into our Parish Family:
Victor William, Son of Ms Shawn M. Vogler
Emily Sagrario, Dau. of M/M Kevin Russell Gustin
Anthony Jemmie, Son of M/M Bernard A. Squitieri
Michael Bernard, Son of MmM/M Bernard A. Squitieri
Jordon Thomas, Son of M/M Richard Thomas Trigg
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASSES are held Tues. May 13th and 26th in the Parish Center up - 7:30 - 9 pm. Please pre-register by calling the Parish Office between 10 am & 3 pm on weekdays.

Deaths in Parish

Please remember them in your prayers
Herbert R. Kohler, April 18, 1997
Esther W. Schober, April 21, 1997
Thelma Sanders, April 22, 1997

I C BUS ASSOCIATION

Volunteers are needed for the Bus Association Advisory Board. If interested contact Tom Kohler at 296-4693.

BAKE SALE

The Catholic Knights of America, BR. 1031 at IC will hold its annual Bake Sale May 17th & 18th after all Masses to benefit our St. Vincent de Paul Society. All the profit is doubled with matching funds from the CKof A Home Office. So when you buy something, you are giving twice.

"INTERACTION"

Our parish newletter will be coming out soon. Articles are due the weekend of May 10-11. Place in the "Interaction" box in the closet in back of church or call one of the editors. Pictures are welcome. Be sure to label them.

WILL CLINIC

"I know I should have a Will, but I don't."
This is a common statement; two out of three people do not have a Will. It is a matter of stewardship for all christians to have a will. On May l8th, Holy Child School will sponsor a "Wills and Trust" Seminar. Place this date on your calendar. More details later.

BARBECUE - Fri. & Sat., May 9th & 10th - Knights of Columbus Hall, 1623 Jeffco - 11am to 7pm.
CHICKEN DINNERS - Sunday, May 18th at:
**ST. ANTHONY'S, High Ridge Blvd. off Hwy 30
**IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY, New Mell, Hwy Z and D, (8 miles south of I-70 from Wentzville)

CHILD CARE openings for summer vacation - Call Angela Mers 282-3315

Advertiser of the Week

ARNOLD AUTO BODY

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