Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, St. Louis, MO

MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD BULLETIN
April 27, 1997

Mass Intentions

Today
8:00 Parish Family
9:30 Genevieve Seeker
11:00 Mary Martinetti
Monday
8:00 Alma Boettigheimer
Tuesday
6:30 Jack Mulligan
8:00 Gary Neuf
Wednesday
8:00 Nell Augsburger
Thursday
6:30 Audrey Gleiber
8:00 Bill Hediger, Jr.
Friday
6:30 Joseph Walter
8:00 George & Amanda Marguardt
Saturday
8:00 Ruth Aulbach
5 pm Ralph & Ruth Dale
Sunday
8:00 Guy Kroener
9:30 Parish Family
11:00 Walter Walkenbach

Lectors

May 3-4
Sat. 5 pm Ken Inman
Sun. 8:00 Mel Hock
9:30 Sandy Wich
11:00 Sue Lohse

Eucharistic Ministers

May 3-4
Sat. 5 pm Mike Everding, Pete Fontaine, Ellen Culliton, Allen Boedeker
Sun. 8:00 Bill Koenig, Judy & Wayne Zoellner, Marie Neuf, Marty Michalski
9:30 Pat Wortmann, Judy Zoellner, Louise Hock Marian Wobbe, Mary Ann Hogrebe
11:00 Fran Stephens, Jane & Ed McCormick, Pat & Steve Erdmann

Mass Servers

April 29-May 4
Tues. 8:00 Amy Moleski & Jessica Willey
Thurs. 8:00 Richard Hutson & Kristen Berardi
Sat. 5 pm Kevin Kraft & Mike Walsh
Sun. 8:00 Tim Crawford & Ryan McSpadden
9:30 Ladies Guild Members Serve
11:00 Tim Oge & Josh Vince

Parish Finances

Sunday Envelopes $4,921.00
Loose Collection 181.00
Debt Reduction 430.00
School Tuition 2,693.68

Thank you for your generosity!

Archdiocesan Development Appeal

This past Sunday, 211 families claimed their ADA appeal cards in the classrooms across the hall from Church. The response was very gratifying. If you did not have the opportunity to claim your card, do so this week end. If your employer matches gifts bring an application with you. Credit cards are acceptable. Volunteers are still needed to make 5 calls each next Sunday, May 4. If you can assist in this endeavor, please call Lew Brennecke 892-3986.

First Communion

We are very happy to welcome the students from the Parish School & School of Religion to God's table. This is such a special day for them and their families. Banners on the side wall of the church were made by the first communicant families to celebrate the event. Please be sure to keep them in your prayers so that they will stay close to Jesus all their lives.

PERSONAL THANKS

I would like to thank all the parishioners for the notes, cards and remembrances that were given to me last weekend for Pastor's Appreciation Day. The statue of the Good Shepherd will be treasured by me as a special remembrance of sharing life together. You have touched me very deeply. Thank you for all you did.

MOTHER'S DAY CARDS

The Home & School Association is once again sponsoring the sale of Mother's Day Cards. Anyone wishing to enroll their mother/grandmother (whether they are living or deceased) in the novena of masses to be offered here at the parish, are asked to put their names on the envelope and return it with your offering in the collection basket. Give the card to your special loved one and know that they will be in our prayers. All donations will go to help fund projects for the school from the Home & School Association.

NEW PARENT KINDERGARTEN MEETING

Parents who will have a student in MPB Kindergarten next year will have a meeting on Wednesday, April 30 at 7:00 pm. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our school community.

TIME & TALENT CATALOGUES

New listings of all the parishioners and their phone numbers have been published in the new Time & Talent Catalogue. They are available in the classrooms along with the Development Program Cards. Please pick-up your copy if you have not done so already. There is a sign-up sheet near the end of the book on page 40, giving you the opportunity to list the organizations you would like to participate in or are currently participating in. Please fill it out and drop it in the collection basket or at the rectory.

NEWS & VIEWS DEADLINE

All articles for the May 17/18 issue are due no later than Monday, April 28.

Living Rosary

Living Rosary - May is the month dedicated to Our Blessed Mother. As we begin the month, all parishioners are asked to join us for the Living Rosary and Coronation of the statue. The First Communion classes and graduating classes from the Parish School and School of Religion will be the honored guests. A reception will follow the ceremony in the school cafeteria. Everyone is invited.

PARISH OUTREACH GROUP

Invitations were sent out by the Social Justice Committee to all groups working with the poor or social concerns area. The Parish Council has asked that we coordinate efforts and clearly focus our efforts. All groups that are involved in these efforts are asked to send a representative to this meeting on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00 pm in the Rectory. It is most important that all groups be represented.

LADIES GUILD COMMUNION BREAKFAST

Please join us on Sunday, May 4th for the annual Mass and Installation of Officers at 9:30. Officers are: President - Pat Wortmann, Vice-President - Judy Zoellner, Secretary - Mary Ann Hogrebe, Treasurer - Doris DelCecato. Breakfast will follow at the Viking, Lindbergh & Watson. Cost $10.00. For reservations, call Pat Wortmann, 892-0070 or Mary Ann Kroener, 544-1571. Reservations and payment due by April 30. The Parish is very grateful for all that is accomplished by this group.

QUOTE FROM THE CHURCH'S SOCIAL TEACHINGS

When men and women labor for the benefit of society they are not only providing substance for themselves but contributing to the realization of God's plan in history. And whoever humbly strives to penetrate the secrets of reality is being guided by God. Gaudium et Spes #39

50+ CLUB NEWS

Next meeting, Monday, April 28th at 7:30 pm. Bingo Night! All are welcome! May 6th - Tour of St. Louis, includes new Mormon Temple, Campbell House, Botanical Gardens, lunch at Old Spaghetti Factory, and more. Cost $36.00. Call 487-1507 or 544-4849 for immediate reservations. June 12 & 13 - trip to Fort Madison, Iowa and Nauvoo, Ill. Final payment due at April meeting.

THANK YOU

The Girl Scout Troops of MPB would like to say a special thank you to all who participated in the annual personal care item drive to help the needy. We appreciate your efforts.

DOORWAYS COLLECTION

Next weekend we will be collecting paper products and cleaning products for persons living with AIDS. These items are of tremendous help for those who are living on a low income. Again, thank you in advance for all of your help.

Hospitality Ministers

Saturday 5 pm D. & M. Terhaar, W. & Y. Proehl
Sunday 8:00 Ellen Culliton, D. Zeller, Y. Sabourin
9:30 N.&D. Hammelman, R. Puricelli,L. Valenti
11:00 G. & M. Snodderley, K. & E. Holobeck

FATIMA STATUE VISITS IN MAY

Apr. 27-May 4 - Frank & Sharon Aufmuth, 892-3841
May 4-11 - Jim & Marian Wobbe - 544-4374
May 11-18 - Wayne & Judy Zoellner, 892-8831
May 18-25 - Curtis & Lynn Baer , 894-0354
May 25-June 1 - John & Margaret Wolken , 845-6668

ADULT CONFIRMATION

Any Teenager or adult who has not been confirmed is asked to contact the rectory immediately. Preparations need to be made and instructions given before the celebration on May 18 at 2:30 pm at the Cathedral.

WANTED TO RENT

Nuns interested in renting 1 to 3 bedroom house, duplex, condo, flat or apartment. Call Sr. Joyelle (day) 241-9165 (eve) 544-2184.

News Around Town

1. Canopy of Prayer The New Catechism: The Anointing of their Sick" by Rev. Anthony Dattilo at Regina Cleri (North Laclede Station Entrance) Thursday, May 1, at 7:30 pm.
2. ON-LINE ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB - check out the Archdiocese of St. Louis "Celebration of the Jubilee 2000" Home page. Log on at: http://www.ad2000stl.org
3. World Youth Day in Paris, August 15-25. For more information, brochure or to register, contact Travel Tyme, 391-1000 or 371-4980.
4. Life's Healing Journey Retreat" - Rev. Peter Campbell conducting. Retreat held at the Marianist Retreat Center in Eureka. Call 381-7070 for information.
5. Grief Support Group will discuss Renewal on Tuesday, May 13th from 7:30 to 9 pm. Call 525-1999.
6. Christian Leadership Institute for High School Students, July 14-18. This will assist them in developing their skills in leadership, communication, and community building. Call Greg at 371-0121.
7. Pro-Life News- opportunity to earn extra income from home,plus raise money for pro-life. Information meeting Thursday, May 1. 846-5387.
8. Annual Media Mass at St. Joseph Shrine at noon on Friday, May 2. You are invited to be among the TV, radio and newspaper celebrities expected to attend. The "Media Mass" is sponsored by the Sacred Heart Program. Any questions, call 533-0320.
9. Singles Conference at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows on May 17th. Call 314-241-3400, ext 2219 for more information.
10. "Feed My People Barbeque Saturday, May 3, 11 am to 6 pm at Fenton store. Ribs, Chicken, Pork Steaks, Bratwurst, etc. All are welcome.
11. Eucharistic Adoration all day on National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 1st at St. Andrew Church, 309 Hoffmeister, following 8 am mass and ending with holy hour from 7 to 8 pm.
12. Orthopedic/Sport Health Fair at St. Joseph Hospital, Kirkwood, Sat. May 3, 10 am to 2 pm.

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MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD BULLETIN April 27, 1997