St. Anthony of Padua Bulletin
January 25, 1998

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA 233

Pastor's Column

As we conclude the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity we focus our attention this weekend on how we enflesh or manifest or make plain-and-clear the eternal Word, Jesus Christ, to others through our efforts at building unity.
We hear in the second reading: "The body is one and has many members, but all the members, many though they are, are one body; and so it is with Christ. ... You, then, are the body of Christ. Everyone of you is a member of it" (1 Cor 12:12,27).
Human unity has a sacramental quality. When we work at union with God and harmony with each other, we give a convincing sign to those around us that Jesus Christ is really present here on earth as our savior.
Human unity expresses and brings about the presence and power of God "to bring glad tidings to the poor, to proclaim liberty to captives, recovery of sight to the blind, and release of prisoners, to announce a year of favor from the Lord" (Lk 4:18-19).
Human unity, which makes the Body of Christ happen, brings credibility to the words of Jesus: "Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing" (Lk 4:21).
How do we achieve this sacramental quality of unity? Here's a checklist:
Worship: We participate in the Eucharist all together with one mind and one heart and one voice as a living organism, praying together, singing together, conscious of being a unity in worship.
Volunteerism: We value the power of unity so much that we give of our time and talent to make our community strong and healthy and productive.
Dialogue: We voice with respect and understanding our affirmation and disagreement, our opinions and suggestions, to make communications the glue that bind people together in community.
Collaboration: We develop a style of working together that shows that everyone has something to contribute; no one is excluded, no one is exclusive.
Outreach: We are sensitive to the ailing or marginalized members of the community to touch their minds with understanding, their hearts with compassion, and their needs with concrete help.
In this way our unity as Church makes Christ present to our world. This is happening here at St. Anthony's!
--Father Benet OFM

Offering

Envelopes $3,807.00
Loose Collection $ 255.13
Children's Envelopes $ 12.00
TOTAL: $4074.13
COMPLIANCE WITH THE BUDGET:
This Week - Cumulative
(1/18/98): - (Week #29):
$ 5,453.06 - $158,147.74
$ 4,074.13 - $146,548.12
$-1,378.93 - $-11,599.62
"The body is one and has many members, but all the members many though they are, are one body; so it is with Christ" (1 Cor 12:12). As followers of Christ we are bound together in one body, the Church. In order to accomplish Jesus' mission each member has been given certain talents. Are you using your talents wisely?

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY...
about the Gospel of Mark
During the next six weeks of this "ordinary" or "counted" season we will hear the Gospel of Mark proclaimed on weekdays. Scholars believe that Mark is the earliest Gospel written, around 65-70 CE, and was addressed to a people suffering persecution and hardship under the Romans. In Mark, we meet the suffering Jesus, one who is rejected and misunderstood, in spite of all he has said and done. "Jesus proclaims the necessity of the suffering, death, and resurrection of the Son of Man in God's plan." Mark is encouraging his listeners to take heart: just as they are suffering persecution for the sake of the Gospel, as Jesus did, they will also, like Jesus, experience the joy of the resurrection and the fullness of God's Kingdom. Brown, An Introduction to the New Testament
--compiled by Brother Richard OFM

In Appreciation

Once again, my friends, I want to express my gratitude and appreciation as your pastor for all that is happening at St. Anthony's, especially this week for St. Anthony School . Thanks for the support from parishioners and alumni. Thanks for the academic excellence and the religious training which make us an anchor for the neighborhood. Thanks to our principal Ms. Feldmann, our faculty and staff, and Home-and- School Association, our school board, our business manager, our janitor, and so many behind-the- scenes people who make our school an outstanding example of both education and collaboration!
--Father Benet OFM

Parish News

YEAR OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: In preparation for the Millennium the Holy Father has designated the three years before 2000 to one of the Persons of the Blessed Trinity. Last year in 1997 we focused on Jesus Christ. Next year we concentrate on God the Father. This year we direct our attention to the Holy Spirit in a special way. The Archdiocese has provided a special prayer card to be used throughout this year; it is provided today at the entrances of the church. Please take one and use it every day throughout 1998. As part of our parish's observance of this Year of the Holy Spirit, we will be offering some special presentations on the working of the Spirit in our ordinary lives. Our parish mission, moreover, will focus on the role of the Holy Spirit
(see below).

SCHEDULING A BAR-B-QUE: Any organization at St. Anthony's that in interested in sponsoring a Bar-B-Que during 1998 must attend a meeting on Monday, January 26 at 7:00pm in St. Anthony Hall. Failure to attend means forfeiture of a scheduled Bar-B-Que.

THE LITURGY PLANNING GROUP of St. Anthony's Parish is beginning to plan for the Lenten Season. It meets the first Monday of each month at 7:00pm in the sacristy. The meeting is open to all parishioners. Call Tom Moran for details (353-4791).

RETURN TO TEEN TOWN: Have you made your reservations and purchased your tickets for the "Return to Teen Town" Dance with Bob Kuban on Saturday, February 7, 1998? It will be held in the gym from 8:00am to midnight and is sponsored by the St. Anthony Youth Commission to benefit the youth programs of the parish. Tickets: $15.00 per person. For information and tickets call Jane or Mike Stone at 832-5235.

DO YOU NEED A CIRCUIT BREAKER? A Circuit Breaker is a rebate from the State of Missouri on real estate tax or rent. To file a claim, you or your spouse must be 65 years old or disabled on Medicaid, and your income must have been less than $15,000 for a single person and $17,000 for a married couple. If you qualify, call Wanda in the Senior Citizen Ministry at 353-2401.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: Did you remember to buy a copy of Our Sunday Visitor to support the outreach efforts of our chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?

PARISH MISSION

On the Thursdays of Lent, from March 5 to March 26, we will celebrate a Parish Mission at St. Anthony's with the Bishops of our Archdiocese: Archbishop Rigali, Bishop Braxton, Bishop Sheridan, and Bishop Naumann; the theme will be the Working of the Holy Spirit. There will be Mass and a special sermon each Thursday at 7:00pm. The mission will conclude with a communal celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation led by our Franciscan Vicar Provincial, Fr. John Doctor OFM, on Thursday, April 2, at 7:00pm. Mark your calendars for this special and historic event!

Open House

THIS IS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK! Celebrate Catholic Schools Week by visiting the school during its OPEN HOUSE today, Sunday, January 25, from 11:30am to 1:30pm, by taking a look at the display in the back of church, and by participating in the other special activities for the week detailed in the bulletin insert. If you are a graduate of St. Anthony's please demonstrate your alumni spirit and your pride in Catholic Education by showing your support of our Open House.

NEWS ABOUT PARISHIONERS

CONGRATULATIONS!!! to the extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist, readers, and altar servers who are being commissioned this weekend to begin or to continue their valuable service to St. Anthony of Padua Parish. The eucharistic ministers are strongly advised to pick up their new schedules and new instructions in the "bride's room" in the back of church.
RESTING IN PEACE: In your kindness please pray for Alois Swehla, 93, buried on Jan. 20, 1998, Helen Hallermann, 84, buried on Jan. 21, 1998, and Catherine Flacke, 86, buried on Jan. 22, 1998 and Clara May, 84, buried Jan. 24, 1998.
SANCTUARY LAMP: This week one sanctuary lamps is lit as a prayerful remembrance of the Gyaky, Zarka, Wambach, Horvath and Seper Families at the request of MMG.
QUILT WINNER: for Jan. 15, Maria La Rocco of 1121 Lakeshore Drive.

AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE

PARISH MISSION: Our Holy Redeemer Church in Webster Groves (17 Joy Avenue) is sponsoring a parish mission on February 15-19 at 7:00pm; the theme of the Redemptorist Fathers' presentations is "Treasures of the Heart" and is aimed at bringing about spiritual rediscovery and renewal. For information call 962-0038.
ARCHDIOCESAN YOUTH CONFERENCE: All high school students are invited to Youth Conference '98 on Sunday, February 22 at St. Mary's High School. Join 700 other youth for a day of fun, friends, a concert, a Youth Mass, dinner, and a dance. For details call Greg Rohde at 371-0121.
WORLD DAY FOR CONSECRATED LIFE: Next Sunday, February 1, will be celebrated in dioceses throughout the United States as World Day for Consecrated Life, designated by Pope John Paul II as a day on which the Church can give thanks to God for the unique and invaluable witness offered by religious priests, brothers, sisters, as well as members of secular institutes. May we come to better understand and appreciate the consecrated life and also pray that many more men and women will hear the call to this way of life.
ST. JOSEPH'S HOME FOR BOYS, established in 1846 and located in south St. Louis City, is looking for former residents of the home to form an alumni group. If you are a former resident or know a former resident, please contact St. Joseph's Home at 314-481-9121.
VALENTINE'S DINNER DANCE at the recently restored and now elegant Franklin Room of Sts. Peter and Paul Parish in historic Soulard will be held on Saturday, February 14, from 6:30pm to 10:30pm. Dinner at 7:00pm. Dancing to follow. $20 per ticket. Call Rosemary at 231-9923 for reservations and information.
ANNUAL WINTER HOMEMADE PORK SAUSAGE DINNER, sponsored by Immaculate Heart of Mary Church (New Melle MO) will be held on Sunday, February 15, from noon to 6:00pm. Call 398-5370 for information and directions.

YOUTH EXCHANGE SERVICE

Host a YES exchange student from many a country around the world. In communities across America families like yours are opening their homes and discovering the excitement of sharing their lives with an international high school student from abroad. Join the American network of YES Catholic host families. Call 1800-848-2121, ext. 112 today for more information.

Mass Intentions for the Week

Monday, January 26, Sts. Timothy & Titus
6:30 John Folk
8:00 Scott Hoff
Tuesday, January 27, St. Angela Merici (SFO)
6:30 Souls in Purgatory
8:00 Frieda Schafer
Wednesday, January 28, St. Thomas Aquinas
6:30 John Folk
8:00 Helen & Herman Hartlieb
Thursday, January 29, Weekday
6:30 Marie A. Fox
8:00 Special Intention
Friday, January 30, St. Hyacinth of Mariscotti (OSF)
6:30 Richard Fritschle, Sr.
8:00 Dennis Feldmann
Saturday, January 31, St. John Bosco
6:30 Tina Gaffney
8:00 Edna Fenwick
Sunday, February 1, 4TH IN ORDINARY TIME
4:30 (Saturday) James Breedan
6:00 For the Parishioners
8:00 William Chapman
10:30 Norbert Fleischmann

Liturgical Assistants

Week of Jan. 26 - Feb. 01

LECTORS:
6:30 Weekdays, Jan. 26-31: Georgia Berry
8:00 Weekdays, Jan. 26-31: Sr. Virginia
Sunday, January 31 - February 1
4:30 Sue & Steve Geldmacher
6:00 Ken Dames
8:00 Dave Bergfeld, Bill Kamper
10:30 Scouts
6:30 Weekdays, Feb. 2-7: Alberta Stackle
8:00 Weekdays, Feb. 2-7: Georgia Berry
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS:
4:30 Hosts: Valeria Geldmacher, Robert Donahue
Cups: Alured McNulty, Cheryl Degenhart, Doris Eagan, Joanie Medina
6:00 Jackie Kappler
8:00 Hosts: Debbie Williams, Doris Kamper
Cups: Marie Mergel, Sr. Virginia, Gene Rombach, Betty Marton
10:30 Hosts: Jerry & Phyllis Forchee
Cups: Tom Moran, Rich Busiek, Robert Harre, Pat Penrose, Dorothy Schaefer, Theresa Mayer

This Coming Week

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
8:00 a.m. - Ladies' Sodality Mass
9:00 a.m. - R.C.I.A. (S)
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9
7:30 p.m. - Prayer Group (E)
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
6:30 p.m. - Bingo (L)
7:30 p.m. - Al-Anon Meeting (F)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11
11:00 a.m. - A.A. Meeting (W)
12:30 p.m. - Wednesday Club (L)
7:00 p.m. - Liturgy Commission (F)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
6:30 p.m. - School Board Meeting
7:30 p.m. - Canopy of Prayer
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13
3:00 p.m. - Holy Hour (Ch)
8:00 p.m. - A.A. Meeting (F)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Coffee and Donuts after 8:00 Mass
9:00 a.m. - Mass at Chariton Apartments
9:00 a.m. - R.C.I.A. (S)
10:30 a.m. - Family Mass
2:00 p.m. - Credit Union Annual Meeting (L)

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