Immaculate Conception Parish, Arnold, MO

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION BULLETIN
June 22, 1997

FRIARS' MIND

Perhaps this is a good time to say something about the young people of our parish who serve at Mass. They are seldom acknowledged, although they are doing their job at most of our liturgical celebrations. We take them for granted. And that is fine with them. They are contributing to public worship for the glory of God and the good of his people. This is an honor and privilege, and they don't ask anything more.

But the parish does appreciate their service. People watch them carefully, and if they do an especially good job, comments are made. If they do a bad job, comments are also made.

We now have seventy-six veteran servers and seventeen rookies. The rookies are serving the 8:00 a.m. weekday Masses during the summer. They learn by doing, which means they often learn from mistakes. That's life. Most of these are fourth graders at Holy Child School or P. S. R. A few of them are older. We welcome them.

At this time of year, several older servers will be leaving because of other commitments. So we thank them for their years of service. They will be missed.

The parents of all servers deserve our gratitude for the sacrifices they make to get their youngsters here and for the wonderful encouragement they give their sons and daughters to serve.

Letters were sent in May to the families of servers about the yearly Servers Picnic. This year the picnic will be on Thursday, July 10, at Kenrick Seminary. We want to remind the servers who are going to notify us (if they have not done so already) so we have a count. And if any parents can be chaperons, we would appreciate that.

The picnic is our way of saying thanks to the boys and girls who serve.

Frs. Earl & Gilmary

LECTORS NEEDED

Have you ever thought of becoming a Lector or Eucharistic Minister? IF YOU HAVE, LET US KNOW. There is a need for more lectors at the 7 a.m. and ll:30 a.m. Sunday Masses. Also Eucharistic Ministers are needed for the 11:30 a.m. Mass. You will be trained and will probably lector only one Sunday a month. "You have been chosen." Call Sheila White 942-3132 for further information.

NEW PARISH CENTER COMMITTEE

The committee for the New Parish Center will meet again with the architects on July 8. Any suggestions or concerns you have about the new building are welcome.

I.C. Tomorrow

520 Pledges as of 6-16-97 Amount Pledged: $885,185.00 Amount Received: $485,520.88 A New Parish Center is Coming

Mass Intentions

Mon. Jun 23 - Weekday
(Gen 12:1-9; Mt 7:1-5)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. Roy Sippel
Tue. Jun 24 - Birth of John the Baptist
(Is 49:1-6; Acts 13:22-26; Lk 1:57-66)
8:00 a.m. Harold & Dorothy Brouk (40th Wedd. Ann.)
7:00 p.m. OLPH Devotions - NO MASS
Wed. Jun 25 - Weekday
(Gen 15:1-12; Mt 7:15-20)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Milton H. Boehner
Thr. Jun 26 - Weekday
(Gen 16:1-16; Mt 7:21-29)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Bill O'Hara, Sr.
Fri. Jun 27 - Weekday
(Gen 17:9-22; Mt 8:1-4)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Cecilia Berner
Sat. Jun 28 - St. Irenaeus
(Gen 18:1-15; Mt 8:5-17)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of James O'Donnell
5:00 p.m. Walter & Mary Schierhoff (50th Wedd. Ann.)
Sun. Jun 29 - SOLEMNITY OF SAINTS PETER & PAUL
(Acts 12:1-11; 2 Tim 4:6-18; Mt 16:13-19)
7:00 a.m. Dec. Members of Charles Carothers Family
8:30 a.m. People of the Parish
10:00 a.m. In Mem. of Adele Wingbermuehle
11:30 a.m. Priest's Intention
No 7:00 am daily Mass this week.
Our Lady's Prayer Group, Thursdays at 7:00 pm

Eucharistic Ministers

Sat. Jun 28
5:00 p.m. Barb & Dick Schaumburg, Florence Naes
Sun. Jun 29
7:00 a.m. Carole Betz, Pa t Knott, Joyce Ott
8:30 a.m. Ralph & Mary Ann Sippel, Sue Steidle
10:00 a.m. Pat & Greg Wise, Bobbie Courtin,
Al Grossius, Jon Zimmermann
11:30 a.m. Jane Williams, Marge Kenney, Stanley and
Rosemarie Leach, Mary Lacy

Commentators Lectors

Sat. Jun 28
5:00 p.m. Mike Moore & Mary Lynn Schmidt
Sun. Jun 29
7:00 a.m. Matt Mayer & Steve Ott
8:30 a.m. Ken & Barb Weldele
10:00 a.m. Greg Wise & Duke Redd
11:30 a.m. Bob Venker

Heavenly Dusters

Tuesday, June 24 - Gloria Prindiville, Rita O'Donnell, Linda Powers, Debbie Beck, Marlis Thum

Banns of Matrimony

II - Annette Ellis - Roger Beckman
I - Heather Degman & Todd Rise
I - Laura Simon & Jeff Bailey

A SUMMER SMILE

Television is rightly called a medium. It is not rare and is seldom well done!

Offering

Our grateful tithes to God last week:
Adult. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6,175.84
Youth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.45
Miscellaneous (Loose $). . . . . . . 428.96
TOTAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6,615.25
(Envelopes: 365 adult, 23 youth)
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS:
I. C. Tomorrow . . . . . . . . . . 1,264.00
Cardinal Glennon Hosp. . . . . . . .$110.00
Carmelite Missions . . . . . . . . . 510.00
Holy Father. . . . . . . . . . . . . .35.00

STEWARDSHIP Jesus said to the frightened disciples, "Why are you lacking in faith?" The same question is posed to all who fear stewardship of their time, talent and treasure.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL COLLECTION

Next Sunday, June 29th is the 5th Sunday of the month and the loose collection is for St. Vincent De Paul Society to help the needy in our area. We appreciate anything you can contribute in this way, or through the envelopes in the pews. Your donations have made it possible to help with food, medicines and utilities, and other urgent requests. Folks who are down on their luck have all sorts of needs - no two are alike - and we TRY to help them all. Sometimes we cannot help, but we can pray. We ask you to pray for all who call on us for help. Monthly meeting will be held at Jeanette Kouba's home this Wednesday, June 25th.

Bulletin Board

Mon. Jun 23
AA Mtg. 7:30 pm, PC up
Wed. Jun 25
Quilting, 9 am-3 pm, Convent Basement
Thur. Jun 26
AA Mtg., 7:30 pm, PC up

Mass Servers

WEEK OF Jun 23 - Jun 29
Knights of Columbus 8:00 AM Mon Thru Fri - A. Schimmer & E. Sellmeyer
7:00 PM Tues & 8:00 AM Sat - M. Skaggs & M. Throm
5:00 PM Sat - Matt & Julie Finazzo
7:00 AM Sun. - J. Burkard & S. Toebben
8:30 AM Sun. - Leslie & Patrick Keevil
10:00 AM Sun. - Julie & Thomas Jansen
11:30 AM Sun. - Steve Moore, Mike Atzert

Knights of Columbus

Council #6018

Will be hosting a breakfast on September 29th at the KC Hall 1623 Jeffco Blvd. All are welcome, but reservations are required. Call Jack H. Metzger 296-3579 or Mike Van De Reet 282-0451 Reservations must be made by June 24th.

Mass and Communion at St. David's Church at 9 a.m.

We Need Your Help

Bingo workers are needed for the I. C. Tomorrow BINGO to work one Sunday evening each month or once every other month. Contact Bob Little at 296-9191 or Evelyn Webelhuth at 287-6210.

Annual Picnic and Chicken Dinner

Sunday, July 20, 1997

NEEDED: Bingo Callers
Auction Items - Live auction --4-5 PM
Any holiday/craft items
Gently used Children's books
Liter bottles of soda (for game prizes)

TO BORROW: Money Counter Change Machine
55 GAL. DRUMS or trash cans

KITCHEN NEEDS: Tea, coffee, sugar, sweetener, creamer, and fresh produce or cash contributions to help defray costs.

Take items to the Friary or call Sue at 349-1432.

Confirmation Service hours can be earned. Chairmen are still needed in some areas and volunteers are appreciated. If you haven't been contacted, don't feel left out. Please call and volunteer. Join the fun!!

The sign up sheets are in the back of church. SIGN UP EARLY!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

July 7-11, 9:00 am - 12 Noon

I. C. Families are invited to Vacation Bible School at St. David's, a program for four-year-olds through Seventh Grade and includes crafts, recreation, songs, snacks, with Bible Study. Register after weekend Masses: Sat 5:30 pm, Sun. 7,9, & 11 am on June 21/22 or 28/29 at St. David Church. Fee is $6/child. Contact Cathy Whitlock at 296-2903.

SOCCER PLAYERS NEEDED

A few soccer teams need additional players, especially girls entering first and seventh grades in the fall. Call Tim Henrion at 296-1291 for more information.

YOUTH SING PRAISE

Youth Sing Praise is a gathering of high school students for a week of singing, dancing, rehearsals, and prayer. Cotton Patch Gospel by Harry Chapin, Tom Key and Russell Treyz is based on the book "Cotton Version of Matthew and John" by Clarence Jordan. Saturday, June 28th, 7 p.m. Amphitheater Our Lady of the Snows - Admission Free.

UPCOMING PICNICS

Sun. June 22 - ST. JOSEPH PARISH PICNIC, Kimmswick, MO
Annual Parish Picnic- Chicken & Beef
Dinners 11 am till 6 pm Adults $5.50,
Children $2.50 - Flea Market, games.
Sun. June 29 - ST. JOSEPH CROATIAN CHURCH,
2112 So. 12th St. food, fun
and music by five live bands.
Admission is free.
Sun. July 13 - ASSUMPTION CHURCH, Herculaneum, MO
Fried & Baked chicken & Roast Beef,
Adults $6.00, Children $3.00.
Sun. July 27 - OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS PARISH
Weingarten - I-55 TO Hwy 32
Right on 32 to Weingarten-
Chicken & Beef Dinners - Adult $6.00,
Children $3.00.

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