IMMACULATE CONCEPTION BULLETIN
May 25, 1997

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FRIARS' MIND

Next Sunday is Corpus Christi Sunday. In former years, that was always quite a day. Youngsters today would be surprised to see a procession of praying and singing people, with the First Communion children all dressed up, lots of servers with burning candles, and the priest carrying the Eucharist, all going from house to house in a neighborhood. Remember the altars that were set up on several porches, where Benediction was held.

It made a real impression on us and helped us focus on the Holy Eucharist as the center of our public worship.

We like to say our faith is as strong as ever. Only the way we express it has changed. But having given up some of those old practices--or being forced by circumstances to give them up, we may have lost something that has hurt us. Is our faith really as strong as it used to be?

One good substitute in our parish for by-gone devotion is the monthly Day of Adoration. It is better than an annual procession. This is regular and real prayer of adoration.

More people should volunteer to take their hour of prayer on the first Friday, or at least make a visit to church some time that day to join those in adoration. Our faith in the Holy Eucharist will be strengthened, people's lives will be made holier, and prayers for the whole world will be offered to God.

If we are close to the Eucharist, God is close to us.

Frs. Earl & Gilmary

There will be 24 hour Adoration of the Eucharist on the First Friday of June from 8:00 am Friday until 7:00 am, Saturday. Since the First Friday of July falls on the holiday weekend of July 4, adoration will NOT be scheduled then in the interest of family time together.

JULY 20TH - PARISH PICNIC DAY

We are in need of workers to help with the Nevada Pull Tabs, Bingo, Silent Auction, Fish Pond, Cork Gun and Spider jump. We also need an auctioneer, contacts in the soda industry, gently used children's books and white elephant/craft items. Bring items to the Friary or call 349-1432 for pick-up. Our final picnic meeting will be June 3rd, 7 pm PC down. Call and volunteer your talents for that day - we really do have lots of fun - Sue Steidle, 349-1432.

A NEW PARISH CENTER IS COMING

The building committee met with the architects this past Tuesday to fine-tune the plans for the new parish center. The surveying and test drilling are completed and we have begun work on the site plan. We will meet again on July 8 to continue this planning and set a tentative timetable. Thanks to your generous support this project is making steady progress. In fact, we are ahead of schedule!

I.C. Tomorrow

520 Pledges as of 5-19-97

Amount Pledged: $886,105.00

Amount Received: $467,425.50

A New Parish Center is Coming

Mass Intentions

Mon. May 26 - St. Philip Neri
(Sir 17:24-29; Mk 10:17-27)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Joan Becker
8:00 a.m. Crawford Family
Tue. May 27 - Weekday
(Sir 35:1-12; Mk 10:28-31)
8:00 a.m. The Emil Ziegler Family
7:00 p.m. In Mem. of Mildred Kohler
Wed. May 28 - Weekday
(Sir 36:1-5;; Mk 10:32-45)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Kenneth Moehle
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Severin Altepeter
Thr. May 29 - Weekday
(Sir 42:15-25; Mk 10:46-52)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Vern & Mary Ellen Lofton
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Helen Helwig
Fri. May 30 - Weekday
(Sir 44:1-13; Mk 11: 11-26)
7:00 a.m. All Souls in Purgatory
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Leo B. Werne IV
Sat. May 31 - THE VISITATION OF MARY
(Rom 12:9-16; Lk 1:39-56)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Elizabeth Rice
5:00 p.m. In Mem. of John Taylor
Sun. June 1 - CORPUS CHRISTI
(Ex 24:3-8; Heb 9:11-15; Mk 14:12-26)
7:00 a.m. Priest's Intention
8:30 a.m. In Mem. of Charley Hudgins
10:00 a.m. In Mem. of Emma & Joseph Staggenborg
11:30 a.m. People of the Parish

Our Lady's Prayer Group, Thursday, 7pm

Eucharistic Ministers

Sat. May 31
5:00 p.m. Becky Fouts, Jeanette Kouba, Libbie Brundick Marti Rutherford
Sun. June 1
7:00 a.m. Joe & Sadie Wingbermuehle, Mary Baechle
8:30 a.m. Sue Steidle, Mark & Barb Weldele, JoAnn Marty
10:00 a.m. Al Grossius, Bobbie Courtin, John Harper Jackie Redd, Don Deters
11:30 a.m. Theresa Coleman, Rose & Jack Metzger, Gerri Frenzel

Commentators Lectors

Sat. May 31
5:00 p.m. Mike Moore & Mary Lynn Schmidt
Sun. June 1
7:00 a.m. Cindy Ziegler & Ron Baechle
8:30 a.m. Sue Steidle & Bob Butler
10:00 a.m. Don Deters & Christine Lifka
11:30 a.m. Jane Williams & Rich Layton

CHURCH CLEANERS - Tue. May 27 - Gloria Prindiville, Rita O'Donnell, Linda Powers, Debbie Beck, Marlis Thum

Banns of Matrimony

II - Elizabeth Robert & Ken Boston

OASIS TUTORING IS COMING

Holy Child School will begin an inter-generational tutoring program OASIS (Older Adult Service and Information System) this fall. We are seeking adults, 55 or older to spend one hour a week with a child in our school, grades K-3, to build reading skills, self-esteem, and positive attitudes toward learning. Training provided. No teaching experience required. Call the school at 296-0055.

Offering

Our grateful tithes to God last week: Adult. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,614.33
Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.60
Miscellaneous (Loose $). . . . . . . 539.68
TOTAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6,165.61
(Envelopes: 340 adult, 21 Youth)
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS:
I. C. Tomorrow . . . . . . . . . . 3,319.00
Ascension Thursday . . . . . . . . . 18.00
Cardinal Glennon Hosp. . . . . . . . . 5.00
Holy Father. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00

STEWARDSHIP Faithful stewardship celebrates the Holy Trinity; God, the Creator of all gifts; Jesus as the Giver of life; the Holy Spirit, the animator of our spirit.

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

Bulletin Board

Mon. May 26
Webelos Pack #419, 6-8pm, PC dn
Tue. May 27
Brownie Troop #1982, 3-4:30 pm, PC dn
Wed. May 28
Boy Scout Troop #419, 7-9pm, PC up
Quilting, 9am - 3 pm, Convent Lower Level
Thr. May 29
Bear Cub Scout Troop #419, 3-5pm, PC dn
Jr. Girl Scout Troop #116, 3-5pm, PC up
Fri. May 30
School Awards, PC dn, after Church

Mass Servers

WEEK OF May 26 - June 1
8:00 am Tues & Thurs - Joey Burkard, Breanna Cashel
7:00 pm Tues & 8am Sat - Lisa Corsale, Patrick Keevil
5:00 pm Sat - Jeff Astroth, Chris Hermann
7:00 am Sun - Steve Moore, Katie Lehmkuhle
8:30 am Sun - T.J. Melsheimer, Sam Rudolph
10:00 am Sun - Jesse Stetina, Jason Weldele
11:30 am Sun - Steve Wichmer, Davin Agnew

By offering the beautiful experience of a Marriage Encounter Weekend, the Catholic Church affirms your chosen vocation - Marriage. Take advantage of this great gift to enhance your relationship and enjoy a love-filled weekend away together. Call (314) 469-7317.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

The Monthly meeting will be held at Jeannette Kouba's home Wednesday, May 28th at 7:30 pm. Anyone interested in joining, please call Evelyn 296-8160 or Jeannette 282-0313.

PILGRIMAGE TO PARIS AND ROME

Frederic Ozanam, founder of the St. Vincent dePaul Societies, will be Beatified by Pope John Paul in Paris on August 22, 1997. A pilgrimage from St. Louis will travel to Paris and Rome August 20-31. Archbishop Justin Rigali will participate in the Beatification Events. For further information or to register, contact TRAVEL TYME: 391-1000.

NESCO COOKERS

I. C. Men's Club is in need of Nesco Cookers:

new, used, reasonable price, perhaps donated.

Call Cookie at 296-2157.

Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

Next weekend the special collection will be for Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Cardinal Glennon, the only free standing Catholic pediatric hospital in the country, has been treating children for forty years under the mission of never turning a child away. Help the children by making a donation to the Glennon Sunday Collection or mail your check to Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, 1465 South grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104.

BINGO WORKERS NEEDED

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CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS

Thanks to everyone who gave the 19,000 labels which provided Holy Child School with: Boston Paper Trimmer; Reading Safari by Education Insights; Reading Safari Lesson Modules; Vowels Sounds and Easy Words; Boston Heavy Duty Stapler. Place labels in back of church in the box marked "Campbells."

A WORKSHOP FOR SINGLES

Will be held Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 pm, Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, Rm 120. Reservations required. Call 961- 4320, ext. 118. Sponsored by the Catholic Alumni Club.

ARNOLD SENIOR CENTER

Is a community focal point, where 60+ persons can meet together, receive services and participate in activities that support their independence. Call 296-0475.

NEVER TOO LATE TO DO GOOD

You can still make your pledge to the Archdiocesan Development Appeal (ADA). Pick up your card at the parish office or call 296-5289. Help those in need and enrich yourself in the process.

CYC CAMP DON BOSCO

The only area accredited Catholic Camp is presently enrolling boys and girls, 1st through 10th graders in their Resident Summer Camping Program. The first one week session begins on June 15. Call 797-2330 or 797-4364.

"An Evening of Hope"

Boys Hope and Girls Hope of St. Louis at Grant's Farm's beautiful Bauernhof courtyard Saturday, June 7. Elegant dinner, music and auction. For info. call 692-7477.

** CHICKEN & BEEF DINNERS - Sunday, June 1 11 am - 6 pm ST. GERTRUDE'S at Krakow, MO, State Rd. "A" between Washington & Union MO. $6.50 Adults, Children $3.00, Family Style. Music & Entertainment.
** YARD SALE - Fri. June 13 and Sat. June 14 8am - 12 noon Nazareth Living Center, 2 Nazareth Lane. Call Sister Rebecca 487-3950, ext. 181.
** SUMMER TUTORING AVAILABLE.
Certified Teacher - Grades K-6. Call 464-5390.

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