IMMACULATE CONCEPTION BULLETIN
August 17, 1997

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FRIAR'S MIND

Convert instructions will begin in our parish on the last Monday of September. After that date, the candidates will meet each Monday until Easter. This program is called the catechumenate.

If you know of anyone who may be interested in the Catholic faith, invite him to come to the catechumenate. Or give us this person's name and address, and we will send an invitation.

The best thing you can do, of course, is to bring your friend to the meeting on September 29. Prospective converts are naturally a bit hesitant and shy, wondering what these Catholics are up to.

We welcome any Catholic who wishes to review basic theology and the catechism, and especially to understand changes that have taken place in the Church. These Catholics actually help the converts by their presence, their questions, and their discussions. And some of the converts will be looking for sponsors. Catholics attending these classes often turn out to be ideal sponsors.

Frs. Earl & Gilmary

RETURNING GOD'S GIFTS

SHARING OUR HOPE

We are in the process of organizing the campaign for the archdiocesan endowment. Our parish leaders need your help. If you can assist in any way, please give them a call: Ken Atzert (296-8224); Charles Carnago (282-0677); Evelyn Timmerman (296-8160); Joe Streckfuss (296-8761).

NEW PARISH CENTER PLANNING

Representatives of the Building Committee for the New Parish Center, along with the pastor and the architects, will meet with the archdiocesan building commission this Tuesday. A diagram of the proposed building will be in a future Sunday bulletin for your review. Please study this proposal seriously and offer your concerns and suggestions. We are coming to the final version of our plans.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL


REMINDER - Sunday, August 31st is a 5th Sunday of the month and the loose collection has been designated for St. Vincent de Paul to help the needy in our area.

FEAST OF ST. LOUIS - Monday, August 25th
A gathering to pray for peace and healing for St. Louis and surrounding areas includes: Holy Mass, Adoration and Confessions at St. Louis U. College Church at 12 noon; 3:00 pm, Procession to New Cathedral with Blessed Sacrament; 4:30 Confessions, Adoration and Prayer; 7:00 pm Holy Mass.

I C Tomorrow

520 Pledges as of 8-11-97

Amount Pledged: $885,185.00

Amount Received: $523,827.96

A New Parish Center is Coming

Mass Intentions

Mon. Aug 18 - Weekday
(Judges 2:11-19; Mt 19:16-22)
7:00 a.m Billy Biermann
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of John Hopmeir
Tue. Aug 19 - St. Louis
(Judges 6:11-24; Mt 19:23-30)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Leo B. Werne IV
7:00 p.m. In Mem. of Helen Seiffert
Wed. Aug 20 - St. Bernard
(Judges 9:6-15; Mt 20:1-16)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Elnora Sippel
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Charles Coates
Thr. Aug 21 - St. Pius X
(Judges 11:29-39; Mt 22:1-14)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Ethal Dobbs
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Edward Miller
Fri. Aug 22 - Queenship of Mary
(Ruth 1:3-16; Mt 22:34-40)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Milton H. Boehner
8:00 a.m. All Souls in Purgatory
Sat. Aug 23 - Weekday
(Ruth 2:6-17; Mt 23:1-12)
8:00 a.m. In Mem. of Marie Sanders
5:00 p.m. In Mem. of Clara Kassebaum
Sun. Aug 24 - 21ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
(Joshua 24:15-18; Ephes 5:21-32; Jn 6:60-69)
7:00 a.m. In Mem. of Marie Schwartz
8:30 a.m. People of the Parish
10:00 a.m. In Mem. of Frank & Anna Scheidl
11:30 a.m. Priest's Intention
OUR LADY'S PRAYER GROUP: 7:00 pm Thursday Evenings.

Eucharistic Ministers

Sat. Aug. 23
5:00 p.m. Libbie Brundick, Bob Balsman, JoAnn & Cornelius Vergin
Sun. Aug. 24
7:00 a.m. Janet Hermann, Pat Knott, Nancy Radetic
8:30 a.m. Sheila White, Sue Steidle, Jim Kargus, Dorothy Cowin
10:00 a.m. Ken & Marge Atzert, Suzanne Nordstrom, Christine Throm, Mary Kampschroeder
11:30 a.m. Jane Williams, Stanley & Rosemarie Leach

Commentators Lectors

Sat. Aug. 23
5:00 p.m. Shirley Dalton & Kate Wichmer
Sun. Aug. 24
7:00 a.m. Chris Weber & Tammy Morgan
8:30 a.m. Barb & Ken Weldele & Chris Terry
10:00 a.m. Duke Redd & Bobbie Courtin
11:30 a.m. Rose Metzger & Moreen Kellogg

Heavenly Dusters

Tuesday, Aug. 19 - Gloria Prindiville, Rita O'Donnell, Linda Powers, Debbie Beck, Marlis Thum

LADIES SODALITY MEETING


Due to Labor Day, the September Meeting will be held Tuesday, Sept. 9th. All subsequent meetings will be on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm in the PC down.

A SUMMER SMILE

When the pastor put a "No Trespassing" sign on the fence separating the church lawn from the ball field, the ball players put a sign on their side of the fence, "Forgive Us Our Trespasses."

Offering

Our grateful tithes to God last week:
Adult $6,049.26
Youth 7.90
Miscellaneous (Loose $) 600.59
TOTAL 6,657.75
(Envelopes: 362 adult, 12 youth)

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS:
I. C. Tomorrow $3,263.88
Feast of the Assumption 27.00
Church in Latin America 100.00
Ascension 5.00
STEWARDSHIP "Give thanks to God always." Eph 15:20
Gratitude for our many gifts from God is expressed through a stewardship of selfless sharing of our gifts.

Bulletin Board

Mon. Aug. 18
AA Mtg. 7:30 pm, PC up
Tue. Aug. 19
I.C. Girls Instructional Team - Trophies 6-8pm, PC dn
Wed. Aug. 20
Athletic Assn. Mtg., 7-9pm, PC up
Quilting 9 am - 3 pm, Convent Basement
Thur. Aug. 21
AA Mtg., 7:30 pm, PC up

Mass Servers

Week of Aug 18 - Aug 24
8:00 AM Mon thru. Fri. - Angela Schimmer & Jessica Pifer
7:00 PM Tues & 8:00 AM Sat - Michael Skaggs
5:00 PM SAT - Kyle & Grant Prindiville
7:00 AM SUN - Theresa Duchinsky & Chris Hermann
8:30 AM SUN - Lauren Echenrod & Julie Finazzo
10:00 AM SUN - Patrick Keevil & Kristen Schulze
11:30 AM SUN - Kyle Robinson & Erin Blaha

Banns of Matrimony

III - Laura M. Hunleth & Timothy Flaherty
III - Amanda Meyer & David Northrop
I - Donna Meinz & Robert Ruess

THANK YOU

I C TOMORROW BINGO has now given a total gift of $71,500.00 toward the new parish center! Volunteers are still needed. Contact Bob Little at 296-9191 or Evelyn Webelhuth at 287-6210.

JUST ME APPAREL, OUR SCHOOL UNIFORM SUPPLIER

Is open Monday thru Friday from 10 am to 4 pm; Thursday night until 8pm; Saturday from 10am to 2pm and Saturday to 3pm. For phone orders call 391-3551

USE OF THE PARISH CENTER

Any organization needing to reserve space in the Parish Center must call the Parish Office to reserve time.

RETURNING GOD'S GIFTS

SHARING OUR HOPE

Last week the $55,000,000 endowment campaign for the Archdiocese of St. Louis was announced with the video, "Returning God's Gifts, Sharing Our Hope." This endowment is to ensure the stability of Catholic education, parish viability, seminary education and priest retirement. Each parish has an assigned target as its share of the overall goal, and each parish will receive ten percent of what is raised in that parish as a beginning of its own endowment.

SCHOOL BELLS RING AGAIN

HOLY CHILD SCHOOL

Orientation - Thursday, August 21, 7:00 pm

Classes begin - Monday, August 25, 7:40 am

PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION

Classes begin at 6:30 pm on

Tuesday, Sept 9 & Wednesday Sept 10.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS


POPE JOHN XXIII - COUNCIL #6018

We will celebrate Mass and Communion with our families at 8:30 am on Sunday, August 31, at IC church. Breakfast follows at the K. C. Hall. Interested parties welcome.

PRO-LIFE COMMITTEE


For the next two weeks our Parish Pro-Life Committee will have envelopes in the pews for the support of the Archdiocesan Pro-Life Convention. For as little as $2.00 your name will be listed in the program as a "rose" pro-life supporter; $5.00 is a "silver" donation and $10.00 is a "gold." Last year's booklet is in the back of church. Please put your envelope in the collection basket or in one of small baskets in the back of church. Thank you

August Pro-Life Mother has delivered twins but sadly, her twin daughter died at birth. Our mother is having difficulty relating to her baby boy because she is hurting so badly from losing her daughter. Please pray for her and her beautiful new son. IC Pro-Life Committee.

CATHOLIC KNIGHTS OF AMERICA, BR 1031
Members will hold picnic at Valle-Hi on Sunday, Aug 24. All food and drinks will be provided. Bring your family and any games you want to play - Anytime after NOON!

CONGRATULATIONS


To Coach Joe Yoger's 5th Grade Baseball Team who won the ALL CITY/COUNTY CYC Tournament. Job well done.

TRAINING IN PASTORAL BEREAVEMENT COUNSELING
A 17 week course in Pastoral Bereavement Counseling will be presented at Saint Anthony Medical Center Pastoral Care Department on Wednesdays from 7-9:45 pm beginning August 27 to December 17, 1997. The course is for the bereaved and those in ministry to the bereaved. For information call Joan at 892-1060 or 968-1925. Fee is $215.00.

CHILD ABDUCTION PREVENTION PROGRAM
Will be held at Rickman Auditorium, 1pm, Monday Aug. 18 "Escape School" is Free and open to the public.

-- PICNIC - St. Anthony Catholic Church, Sullivan MO.
Chicken and Beef Dinners - $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Child

HELP WANTED

-- Baby Sitter Pt/time for 8 mon old infant.
Call Diana 282-0788.
-- NEED help with housecleaning - Call Colleen 282-3598.
-- INFANT BABY SITTER NEEDED - call Jim Randazzo 296-4514.
-- CHILD CARE. Hands-on learning, educational lesson plans.
Call Chrys 282-1153.

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