Resurrection of Our Lord Bulletin
October 19, 1997

Mass Intentions

Monday, October 20th
6:45am Helen Benz
8:00am John Oesterling
Tuesday October 21st
6:45am Ann Durawski
8:00am Leo Scott, Jr.
Wednesday October 22nd
6:45am In Thanksgiving (J. B.)
8:00am Frances Wania
Thursday October 23rd
6:45am Preston & Arline Richard
8:00am Kleba, Brinkman, Furrer
Families, Living & Deceased
Friday October 24th
6:45am John Benz
8:00am Beryl Zimmerman
Saturday October 25th
5:00pm Karl & Maria Schwarz
Sunday October 26th
7:00am Oscar Renz
9:00am Ben & Dorothy Moder
11:00am People of the Parish

Envelopes - $4,109.06

Tuition - 2,966.00
Loose - 370.00
Total - $7,445.06
Children's Envelopes - 20 15.97
Envelopes received this week - 227

SEEDING THE FUTURE

ENDOWMENT NEWS

New contributions in October's envelopes were recently received from: Marge Pippie, Celeste Barteau, Catherine Cohan, Rose Mosblech, Bob & Marilyn Schmid, Josephine Adams, Ruth Adams, Rose Schelling, Jim & Myrt Powers, Sophie Grieshaber, Josephine Gentili, Arlene Nurre, Lucille Byrne, Helen Thomas, Margaret Maus, Grace Gaedig, Ruth Sisak, Olivia Foederer, Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Suntinger, Robert Klaus, Helen McComish, Dorothy Consuegra, Tom & Marian Parshudie, Mrs. Frank Macke, George Siemons, Joseph & Bernadine Sidlo, Rita Rigdon, Charles Siebert, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Dierker, Stella White, Marie Condon, Helen Pircher, Karen Geldbach. More next week.

RETURNING GOD'S GIFTS
Earlier this week, our returning God's Gifts visitors met to report on the progress of our campaign. To date, we have received $65,300.00 in pledges. Please continue to welcome our visitors as they come out to spread the message of Returning God's Gifts. And to those of you who have made a sacrificial gift, thank you.

from the Pastor's Pen

The gospels and our parish events the last two weeks tell us a lot about Christian living. Oct. 5, Ed & Kathy Hart celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary; the readings at Mass happened to be about God's intention that man and woman should live as one in this union. Jesus would not allow for exceptions based on "stubbornness," as Moses did. Today society's divorce rate is %50; the rate among Catholics is not far off. We need again to hear the call to lay down whatever is necessary in this sacred union to keep it as a sign of God's unconditional love for us. Likewise, this Sunday we celebrated Fr. Jim's 25 anniversary of ordination. The gospel spoke of giving up all-possessions, home, family, comfort-to follow the Lord. As Fr. Jim said, this call is for all Christians; priests and religious answer the call in a special way of celibacy. It may seem like a deprivation, but for those of us who choose it, the marvelous gifts of this way of living overcome dwelling on anything passed up. In both of these ways, we are called into a new life with Christ. What we sacrifice is merely done to be able to enter into something richer. Sacrifice is not easy, nor popular in our age. But as Jesus said, "For man it is impossible, but for God all things are possible."

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC?

OR IN AN UPDATE?

Our outreach to spread our faith continues Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m., Meramec Hall. These sessions will help those interested to decide about entering the Catholic Church. Catholics who wish an updating on your faith are welcome also.

IT'S OUR 18TH BIRTHDAY!

This month Parish Help began our 18th year of ministering to God's needy. We are dedicated volunteers who take our ministry seriously. We worry and pray when our food supply is low, (which it is now). We worry about the children and elderly who haven't enough food to sustain them. We rejoice with them when they find employment and put our resources to work when they've lost their jobs. We are a DEDICATED group of terrific volunteers who take our ministry to heart and try to live God's word. Our parishioners have made our food pantry possible through your continuous contributions of cash and food. Please continue your generosity and pray for us as we thank God for you.
WISH LIST :canned soup, corn, peas, string beans, potatoes, meat, mac & cheese, dish detergent, tissue, snacks.
URGENT REQUEST: We need New or Clean Blankets. Drop off at pantry or Red Wagon in back of Church.

FOR SALE 2-10 speed girls bikes used need tires $25.00 each - AB roller - $20.00 New - Stepper/not electric/like new $30.00 call 664-6513.

ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER

Mon. 10/20 Site Council Mtg. 11:00 am
Bingo 12:15 pm
Tues. 10/21 Library 12:00 pm
Shopping 12:30 pm
Wed. 10/22 Bingo 12:15 pm
(Thurs. 10/23 Luncheon Bingo 11:00 am
Fri. 10/24 Movie 12:15 pm

Volunteer is needed to help answer the phone for a few hours, any day, your preference. Please call the Center, 773-2501 if you can spare some time. THANKS!

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DEDICATION OF NEW SIGN

We now have a date for the dedication of our lovely new limestone church sign on the lawn: Sunday, Nov. 2, following the 11 a.m. Mass. Our donor Grace Gaedig was asked to choose a date when she and her family could celebrate with us. This date is also All Souls Day, fitting since the gift of the sign is in memory of Charles Gaedig.

MESSAGE FROM ST. VINCENT de PAUL Many people are assisted with housing, utilities, medication etc. through St. Vincent de Paul Society. Your donations make this possible. Thank you for your continuing support.

RESURRECTION SPORT NEWS

Basketball sign ups for Grades 3-8 for boys and girls will be October 26th and November 2nd after the 9:00 and 11:00 Masses downstairs in Meramec Hall. Congrats to Mr. Tony Brooks our new Basketball director. This will be our only sign up days, so please sign up your children. If any questions please call Bill Browne 832-3373. THANK YOU!!

BIRTHRIGHT

We have a new mother we are sponsoring through Birthright. "Vicki", age 37, has 2 children who are 10 & 17. When she found out she was pregnant, the father of her baby told her to have an abortion because he wasn't helping her with any expenses. Although Vicki has multiple health problems, she is determined to carry her baby. She needs help with the rent since the baby's father left her. Because of people like you, we are able to help her out. Thank you for your generosity. We will update you periodically. We will be selling BIRTHRIGHT CHRISTMAS CARDS on the weekends of Nov. 15th & 16th and Nov. 22nd and 23rd in the foyer of the Church.

ST. PATRICK CENTER IS SEEKING WINTER COATS FOR CLIENTS. Men's and children's coats are badly needed. Women's coats can also be used. Coats can be brought to 1200 N. 6th St. between 8am-4:30 pm Mon-Fri.

What is your Mission in your married life? Keep your marriage fresh and alive. Make a MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND. Call 469-7317 to find out how to make a weekend.

FOR RENT 3 room duplex, private basement, C/A, Appliances negotiable, available Nov. 1st $360.00 a month Call 520-7263.

Meeting

All Campaign Workers Sun. 10/19, 10 a.m.
SCHOOL BOARD Mon., 10/20 7 p.m.
All Campaign Workers Sun. 10/26, 10 a.m.

Mass Servers

October 20th 21st & 22nd - 8:00 Mass
David Rodriguez and Natalie Button
October 23rd & 24th - 8:00 Mass
Mick Barbeau and Anna Marie Henley
October 25th & 26th
5:00pm Mick Barbeau & Willie Werner
7:00am David Rodriguez
9:00am Ryan Cole & Anna Marie Henley
11:00am Tim Singler & Danielle Ehrhard

Lectors

October 25th & 26th
5:00pm 7:00am 9:00am 11:00am
K. Kinderfather Sr. deMontfort K. Geldbach C. Hohn

Eucharistic Ministers

Sat. October 25th 5pm Sunday October 26th 7am
CATHI BEAN
Mary Ackermann* John Benz
Sam Antonacci*

Sunday October 26th 9am Sunday October 26th 11am
Rose Mosblech* Ed Hart
Olivia Foederer* Kathy Hart
Clara Schoemehl Doris Jung*
PHYLLIS BILGER KAY PARKER
Ray Stockmann Isabelle Kuppinger*
Kathy Geldmacher Mary Kloeckner

The Lord's Word

Mon. 10/20 Rom 4:20-25 Lk 12:13-21
Tues. 10/21 Rom 5:12-15,17-19,20-21 Lk 12:35-38
Wed. 10/22 Rom 6:12-18 Lk 12:39-48
Thurs. 10/23 Rom 6:19-23 Lk 12:49-53
Fri. 10/24 Rom 7:18-25 Lk 12:54-59
Sat. 10/25 Rom 8:1-11 Lk 13:1-9
Sun. 10/26 Jer 31:7-9 Heb 5:1-6 Mk 10:46-52

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