Mary, Help of Christians Bulletin
October 12, 1997
TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
1) Wisdom 7, 7-11
2) Hebrews 4, 12-13
3) Mark 10, 17-30
Detachment from the "things" in the world is a difficult if not
impossible goal. It is not enough to fulfill the commandments which enjoin
us to avoid what is wrong (3). We must be willing to let go of all that we
possess in order to follow the Lord. But all of us like to hedge our bets.
We like to keep a little in reserve "just in case." Our charge as
stewards, however, is to use all of our master's many resources -- every
last gift-- in service to others. Jesus gave everything he had, even his
life, to us when our poor lives were in the possession of death. If we
give our lives in service we will not die, but others may come to life. If
we chose to give up the common conception that "the more we give up the
less we have," we will begin to find countless wealth. "Beyond health and
comeliness I loved her, and I chose to have her rather than the light,
because the splendor of her never yields to sleep. Yet all good things
together came to me in her company, and countless riches at her hands"(1).
Next Sunday's readings will be: 1)Isaiah 53, 10-11; 2)Hebrews 4, 14-
16; 3)Mark 10, 35-45.
Mass Intentions for the Week
TODAY: 7:00 AM Sunday Mass
9:00 AM John Dixon, off. Jeff & Cheryl Richards
10:30 AM For the Parish
12:00 PM Sunday Mass
MON: 7:00 PM Kathleen Welks
TUE: 9:00 AM Don Pierson, (Anniv.) off. Katie Pierson
WED: 9:00 AM Eugene Harbrecht, off. Mr. & Mrs. George Butcher
THU: 9:00 AM Pauline Skupsky, off. Mr. & Mrs. John Yezulinas
FRI: 9:00 AM LaDonna Bina, off. Ruth & Stanley Czyzak
SAT: 8:00 AM Rosemary Bolger, off. Mary Ellen Singer
5:00 PM MHC Purgatorian
SUN: 7:00 AM Sunday Mass
9:00 AM For the Parish
10:30 AM Sp. Int. Marge Russell, off. Marth Family
12:00 PM Sunday Mass
YOU? AN RCIA SPONSOR?
To be a sponsor for an adult seeking to enter the Church, you must be at
least 16 and a practical and practicing Catholic who has been baptized,
confirmed and nourished with the eucharist. We have already sent out
information letters to some in our parish.
Is God calling you to serve the church in the ministry of sponsor?
Please phone Gloria Leigh, MHC RCIA director at 878-7325 to receive a
copy of this letter which also invites you to a Monday, November 3rd, 7:00
PM, information meeting.
NO STRINGS ATTACHED - except by God!!!
Liturgical Assistants
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS - OCTOBER 18/19
5:00 Deacon Max Roadruck, R. Winfree, C. Jaksic, L. Cherpeski, W. Gilbert,
C. Stroble, J. Bowling
7:00 Deacon Max Roadruck, B. Gehlauf, L.R. Smith
9:00 Deacon Max Roadruck, B. Jurick, A. Smith, G. Martin, R. Dean, M.L.
Dean, M. Lokai, L. Marshall
10:30 M. Chance, R. Gros, L. Pierce, J. Maiorano, C. Maiorano, B.
Wurzbacher, T. Giambrone
12:00 V. Hobbs, P. Hobbs, R. Selner, M. Rodin, K. Justice, A. Yokell
LECTOR COMMENTATORS - OCTOBER 18/19
LECTOR COMMENTATOR
5:00 B. Gwamna A. Metzmaier
7:00 R. Green C. Marth
9:00 K. Cypher K. Samuelson
10:30 J. Polander T. Boland
12:00 K. Gros B. Roadruck
SERVERS SCHEDULE - OCTOBER 18/19
5:00 B. Sanders, D. Sanders, M. Broestl
7:00 J. Weaver, J. DeSimio
9:00 E. Tribut, J. Paulus, S. Ivancic
10:30 J. Cavanaugh, M. Mihlbachler, J. Yates
12:00 P. Jarnagin, R. Jarnagin, S. Carney
STEPHEN MINISTRY
Stephen Ministry is a dedicated experience for people to grow in faith and
knowledge of helping people whose life is a little hectic. In the fall of
the year we will hold a morning class to discuss and learn about Christian
Care Giving. The formal Stephen Ministry training classes will begin in
January. If you feel a need for this kind of care, please call Anne Rusen
at 879-8803.
SAVE YOUR MEIJER'S RECEIPTS!
Save and bring to the school or church your receipts from the Dayton and
Springfield Meijer Stores that are dated between September 29, through
December 13, 1997. MHCS can receive up to $1,000, if we receive enough
receipts (we can earn $5 for every $100 in receipts.) Please bring your
receipts in before Christmas.
ISRAEL PILGRIMAGE
Wednesday, October 22, 1997, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, School All Purpose Room.
Sister Christina Bartsch and Denise Warneke, from St. Luke's Parish, will
share their experience of the Holy Land with slides and artifacts of their
recent trip to Israel. This event affords us with a splendid opportunity
to prepare for the celebration of the coming Second Millennium of the Birth
of Our Savior, Jesus. Mark your calendars. You don't want to miss this
exciting presentation!
Preparing for the Jubilee Year 2000
I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for
which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father.
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of
them. (Mt 18:19-20)
How aware am I that when I gather with others in Jesus' name, he is
present with us?
This Week
TODAY: 7:00 AM - Coffee & Doughnuts until 12:00 Noon, AD
8:30 AM - Parish Library open until 1:15 PM
9:00 AM - REL ED: 3-5 yrs
10:30 AM - REL ED: Grade 1-12 & Adult
1:00 PM - Baptismal Class, ER
7:00 PM - Scripture Study until 8:30 PM, SFH
MON: 1:00 PM - JOY Club until 3:00 PM, SFH
6:30 PM - Stephen Ministry, SFH
7:00 PM - Boy Scouts, Sch APR
7:00 PM - Worship Commission, ER
7:30 PM - Education Commission, AD
7:30 PM - Rosary, Ch
8:00 PM - Prayer Group, Ch
TUE: 9:30 AM - Christian Care Giving until 12:00 Noon, SFH
10:00 AM - Bazaar Workshop until 2:00 PM, AD
3:30 PM - JH Gp until 6:00 PM, SFH
7:00 PM - ISP Mtg, Sch Cafe
7:00 PM - Folk Gp Practice, Ch
7:30 PM - Bible Study, ER
7:30 PM - Finance Council, AD
WED: 9:30 AM - Mom's group until 11:30 AM, SFH
10:30 AM - Mass at Villa Fairborn Nursing Home
12:30 PM - Bible Study, SFH
7:00 PM - HS LIFE Mtg. until 9:00 PM, SFH
7:00 PM - Choir Practice, Ch
7:30 PM - St. Vincent de Paul, SFH
THU: 1:30 PM - Prayer Service at Collinswood Nursing Home
3:20 PM - Girl Scouts (Troop 1193) until 5:00 PM, Sch Cafe
6:30 PM - Market Day Pick Up until 7:30 PM, Sch Cafe
7:00 PM - RCIA, SFH
7:00 PM - Inquiry Class, SFH
7:00 PM - Mystagogia, ER
FRI: 9:30 AM - Bible Study until 12:00 Noon, SFH
SAT: 7:30 AM - Rosary, Ch
9:00 AM - Eucharistic Minister Training, Ch
10:00 AM - Benediction, Ch
10:15 AM - Confessions until 11:00 AM
SUN: 7:00 AM - Coffee & Doughnuts until 12:00 PM, AD
8:30 AM - Parish Library Open until 1:15 PM
9:00 AM - K of C Pancake Breakfast until 11:00 AM, K of C Hall
9:00 AM - REL ED: 3-5 yrs
10:30 AM - REL ED: Gr. 1-12 & Adult
1:00 PM - Baptisms
7:00 PM - Scripture Study until 8:30 PM, SFH
STEWARDSHIP
Adult Envelopes $14,141.10
Loose Checks (12) 222.00
Youth (14) 8.85
Total Collection for Oct 5 $14,371.95
Respect Life $ 1,990.88
Religious Education
"With God all things are possible."--Mark 10:27
The Sunday morning Religious education are: Early childhood ages 3-5 meet
from 9:00 to 10:00 AM; grades 1-12 meet from 10:30 to 11:45 AM. Fee: $25
per student; $75 maximum per family. No one will be turned away because of
inability to pay. All classes, with the exception of the high school are
held in the school. High school sessions are held in St. Francis Hall.
TODAY'S COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
Today Father Johann Roten, SM, from UD, will trace the history and impact
of Mary's appearances on the faith of believers. Next Sunday, October
19th, Father Michael Himes, Priest from NY, will come to us, via video, to
give us insights into the mystery of Grace. Please join us, 10:30 AM in
the school cafeteria.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children
began Thursday evening, October 9th. Classes begin at 7:00 PM in Saint
Francis Hall. These classes are designed for children ages 7 through 13
who have not been baptized and/or have not received the Sacraments of
Eucharist, Reconciliation or Confirmation. For additional information,
call 878-7325. *Help Wanted*--We are in need of a volunteer to assist
in the RCIC program. If interested call 878-7325.
Baby Sitting
Babysitting is available in the Carepoint Center during the 9:00 AM and
10:30 AM Masses every Sunday that the Sunday Religious Ed program is in
session.
BAPTISM PREPARATION
Parents of unbaptized children, ages 3-6, wishing to have them baptized
should call the Religious Ed office, 878-7325, to arrange for baptismal
preparation for the children.
SHARE THE BOUNTY
Remember your loved ones, away in school or the military, this Halloween by
sending a package of "goodies". The Share the Bounty box will be in the
foyer of the Church on November 1 & 2, 1997, during each of the Masses.
There is a $3.00 postage fee per package. Give us the names and addresses,
including the zip code, by dropping it in the collection basket, mail to
Mary, Help of Christians or by telephone.
Welcome
WELCOME! Welcome to all who celebrate the Mass with us this
morning. May God's grace and peace fill all of us so that we can serve one
another in unity and love. If you have a question, a prayer request or any
need, please speak to one of the priests, the parish ushers or with any
parishioner.
Youth Activities
HS LIFE Community--Every Wednesday, 7:00-9:00 PM, SFH (Open House, 6:00
- 7:00 PM, SFH--Come, play games and socialize!) Next
Dates:Wednesday, October 15th, "Mary in the Church"; Wednesday, October
22nd, "Spam" (Soda, popcorn & movie, "Romero").... JH GROUP--Tuesday,
October 14th, 3:30-6:00 PM, SFH....For more information, call Holly Gros,
Youth Minister, 878-8092.
CALLING ALL JR. HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS--HAYRIDE & COOKOUT!
Wednesday, October 29th, 1997, 6:30-9:30 PM there will be a hayride and
cookout at Fulton Farms! Leave promptly from MHC St. Francis Hall at 6:30
PM, using parish van and private cars. Return time by 9:30 PM. The cost
is $4.00 per person. Call Holly Gros, 878-8092 for more information and a
permission slip.
School News
The Mary, Help of Christians Interested School Parents (ISP) invites
parents and parish members to participate in their annual Magazine Sale,
October 3 - 13. Over 750 magazines are available for new or renewal
subscriptions. Please help us make this year our best yet! For more
information, contact the school office (878-9152).
FAIRBORN CROP WALK
Walk for the hungry, Sunday, October 19th. Registration begins at 1:30
PM. The walk begins and ends at the St. Luke United Methodist Church, 100
North Broad Street, Fairborn, OH. 25% of the money collected will be
returned to Fairborn's FISH. Call Holly Gros, 878-8092 for a pledge sheet.
PARISH LIBRARY
Parish Library Book Review: "Christ Walk, by Richard Roos,
S.J. A man's walk up the California Coast and how God takes care of us on
our journey!" Thank you, Mary Ryan, for this book review. The book is
available in our Parish Library.
The library is located in St. Francis Hall and is open on Sundays from
8:30 AM to 1:15 PM. There are books, audio and video tapes on many
subjects, including special ones for Teens and Children. We are in need of
video tapes for children. Someone has suggested the "Veggie Tales" bible
stories available at the local Christian Bookstores. Maybe someone would
like to donate a video as a special birthday remembrance for your
child/children? It would be much appreciated.
Rae Lopez recently donated the book The Gift of Peace by Joseph
Cardinal Bernardin and Rose McCarthy donated three audio tapes on "Mary".
Anyone interested in donating books, audio or video tapes, please call
Linda at 879-5303 or Pat at 878-0461. We are currently looking for books
on "Advent" and "Lent".
Offering
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
Next weekend, we will celebrate World Mission Sunday with special
prayers at Mass and with our financial support for the missionary work of
the Church.
With this support through the Propagation of the Faith, we will help
people around the world to hear about Jesus; to experience
His love in their daily lives through the service of missionaries; and,
with God's grace, come to live in the faith that brings us to the Eucharist
today. With our World Mission Sunday offering, we will support the work of
the Home Missions of our country as well.
World Mission Sunday gives us a matchless opportunity to carry out our
responsibility for the worldwide mission of Jesus. Please be as generous
as possible with your prayers and offerings.
MHC BAZAAR NEWS
Just three weeks until our annual bazaar and we are still looking for ideas
and contributions. We meet on Tuesdays and invite you one and all (men &
women) to join us. Phone calls for special food booths will soon be made
to all registered parishioners. We don't want to miss anyone.
DO YOU NEED A BABYSITTER?
A woman of MHC parish does babysitting in her home. She is looking for
more children, infants through school age, to babysit. She has good
references. Please call 878-1354.
INNISBROOK WRAPPING PAPER SALE
The Religious Education program will offer Christmas wrappings and gifts
for sale again this year. All purchases must be prepaid at the time of
purchase. Orders will be available for pickup the Sunday before
Thanksgiving.
JOY CLUB AND PARISHIONERS INVITED
You are invited to a presentation on Long Term Care, on October 13,
1:00 PM at St. Francis Hall. This is an informative presentation open to
all parishioners and friends who want to become familiar with Long Term
Care. We all have health insurance, we all may be eligible for Medicare
but is it enough? Come and find out. For more information call Anne
Rusen, 879-8803.
WELCOME, SYLVIA ANN!!!
Sylvia Ann Fitzpatrick from Collinswood Nursing Home was baptized,
confirmed and nourished with the eucharist for the first time at our noon
Mass on Sunday, September 28th. Joanne and Eddie Allen were her
godparents. Sylvia, may God bring to fulfillment in you and in us the good
works that have begun.
TRADER CARDS FOR SALE
The Traders Saints Cards--edition 2--is on sale now from members of the
Daughters of Isabella. They sell for only $4 a pack, or $10 a box of 24
and have many of our favorite saints on cards similar to baseball cards.
What a great present for those in the confirmation process. Please call
Pat, 849-9140, today to reserve your set.
WOMEN'S NETWORK NEEDS HELP
The Women's Network Pregnancy Center is looking for a few good volunteers
to help with the telephone hotline. This requires having the phone
transferred to your home phone for hotline calls and to set up
appointments. Training is given. This very special ministry takes only a
loving heart and common sense. Please call Mary, 878-3060, or Pat, 849-
9140, to find out more information.
WE MISS YOU!
Bishop Carl Moeddel invites everyone separated from the Church by marriage
issues to join him in discussing both these issues and the annulment
process. WE MISS YOU sessions are scheduled from 7:30 - 9:00 PM on
Tuesday, October 21st at Our Lady of Lourdes in Cincinnati, and
Thursday, October 23rd at St. Peter's in Huber Heights. All are
welcome at these evenings of caring conversation. For more information
call 513-421-3145 in Cincinnati, or 937-222-0227 in Dayton and the Northern
areas of the Archdiocese.
ATTENTION: CATHOLIC TEACHERS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Second Annual Eucharistic Celebration (Sunday Liturgy) Saturday, October
25 at 5:00 PM at Trinity Center, 266 Bainbridge St., Dayton, Ohio. A
proposed goal for the group is to interact with and support each other in
our common ministry. What better way to achieve the goal than celebrating
together the presence of Christ among us in the Eucharist! For more
information or to register call 937-223-4075 by October 23.
BUILDING HEALTHY MARRIAGES WORKSHOP
This two hour workshop is designed for people who prepare couples for
marriage in the Catholic Church. Participants at the workshop will learn
how to: better identify couples who have experienced the problems of
alcoholism, sexual abuse or domestic violence during their lives; assess
the effect these past experiences are having on the couples' readiness for
marriage; help couples realize the potential for future problems in their
marriage; refer couples for appropriate counseling. Who should attend?
Anyone who helps prepare engaged couples for marriage: Priests, Pastoral
Associates, FOCCUS Couples, Deacons, D.R.E.'s, Pre-Cana Presenters,
Facilitators and Speakers for "Evenings for Engaged Couples". The workshop
will be held on Wednesday, November 12 at Incarnation Parish,
Centerville, 55 Williamsburg Lane, parish center lobby. Cost: Free. For
registration please call the Dayton Family Life Office, 937-222-0227. This
workshop is being presented by Kevin Jones-Prendergast, M.A., L.P.C. and is
co-sponsored by Catholic Social Services of Southwestern Ohio and Family
Life Office, Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
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