Weekly Bulletin
December 9, 2007
Monday, December 10
7:00 a.m.
Agnes Rhodes – CDP Community
9:15 a.m.
Henry Schifferns - Helen
Tuesday, December 11
7:00 a.m.
Ethel Topicz – The Lovett Family
9:15 a.m.
Leona Kellerman (Birthday) - Family
Wednesday, December 12
7:00 a.m.
Edith Tenkman – Mary Beth & Tom Basti
9:15 a.m .
Eric Willis (Birthday) – Cathy
ALL
SCHOOL MASS
Thursday, December 13
7:00 a.m.
Chentele Stenger - Family
9:15 a.m.
Edna Davis (Birthday) – Sue & Bob O’Brien
Friday, December 14
7:00 a.m.
Janet Koester (Birthday) – Cliff
9:15 a.m.
Michael Pitocco – Jean & Bob Weber
Saturday, December 15
7:00 a.m.
Communion Service
9:15 a.m.
Richard Jackson – Mary Lee
4:30 p.m.
Joseph Aloe (Anniversary) - Marianne
Sunday, Third Sunday of Advent
6:30 a.m.
John Krismer – The Krismer Family
8:30 a.m.
Living & Deceased Members of St. Ignatius Parish
10:15 a.m. Vincent
Bonavita (Birthday) – Frank & Pat Posinski
12:00 noon Larry
Fleisch – Larry Fleisch Family
7:30 p.m.
Bob Blaut (Anniversary) – Bernie & Coleen Karwisch
Servers For the Week of December 10
Monday, Tuesday
7:00 a.m. J Loxterkamp, C Merz, J Thiemann
9:15 a.m. P Leonhardt, R McPhillips, AJ Petri
Wednesday
7:00 a.m.
W Placke, N Franz, E Neiheisel
9:15 a.m.
D Bonavita, J Klare, C Yuellig
Thursday, Friday
7:00 a.m.
J Averbeck, A Wood, D Weber, J Volmer
9:15 a.m.
S Cranor, J Tenkman, K Ruberg
Saturday, December 15
9:15 a.m.
C Schuetz, B Walker
4:30 p.m.
K Caddell, B Doxsey, K Calder, J Burgoyne(Fr. Wall)
Sunday, December 16
6:30 a.m.
D Wagner (Fr. McCarthy)
8:30 a.m.
M Schmidt, J & J Burger, T Casey (Fr. St. George)
10:15 a.m. C&
C Otis, M Matthews, P Mathews (Fr. St. George)
12:00 noon A
Stevens, B Bigner, P Weidner, M Gulsay (Fr. McCarthy)
7:30 p.m.
C Kuethe, J Metzner, J Klare, J Thiemann (Fr. Wall)
Readings for Next Week’s Liturgy
Is 35:1-6a,10; Jas 5:7-10; Mt11:2-11
The Tabernacle Flowers this week are in Celebration
of
Edna Davis (Birthday)
Family
Early Bulletin Deadline
Due to the Christmas & New Year Holiday, all articles for
the Sunday, December 30th bulletin must be submitted to the Parish Office
by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, December 18th; and for Sunday, January 6 by
12:00 noon on Wednesday, December 26. Thank you for your cooperation.
Advent Penance Services is Area Parishes
St. Bernard, Taylor Creek December
11 – 7:00pm
Little Flower December
11 – 7:00pm
St. Martin’s December
13 – 7:00pm
St. Ann December
17 – 7:30pm
St. Jude December
18 – 7:30pm
St. John, Dry Ridge December
19 – 7:00pm
St. Ignatius December
20 – 7:00pm
We are looking for additional servers for the Christmas Masses.
The following schedule is:
Christmas Eve
3:00pm – (Gym) - 2 needed
7:00pm – 3 – needed
Christmas Day
8:00am – 4 – needed
10:00 am – 4 needed
NOON – 1 – needed
Questions of the Soul: Fr. Michael Himis explores spirituality and prayer in a series of videos offered on Thursday mornings this Advent after 9:15am Mass. Everyone is invited.
Children’s Christmas Masses: Our St. Ignatius Christmas
tradition is to have children as greeters, lectors, ushers, servers,
singers and Offertory Gift bearers at 3:00pm Christmas Eve, 5:00pm Christmas
Eve, and 12 noon Christmas Day.
At 3:00pm the Junior High Guitar Group will provide music in Church.
Act of Faith Group will sing for 3:00pm Mass in the Community Center.
At 5:00pm the grade school Wildcat Choir will sing. The Handbell and
Chime Choirs will play for 10:00am Mass. At 12:00 noon 1st & 2nd
grade students will dress as Angels, Shepherds, Mary, Joseph, etc. to
re-enact the birth of Jesus. Students in 1st grade through high school,
wanting to participate at the Christmas Eve masses or students in 1st
and 2nd grade wanting to help at the 12:00 noon Christmas Day Mass must
call the Parish Office (661-6565) by Monday, December 17.
The Tabernacle Candle this week is in Celebration of
Pat Niehaus
St. I’s Golf League
Nativity Set Raffle
The Nativity Set is set up in Church by Fr. St. George's confessional.
Tickets are on sale for $l.00 each and are available after the weekend
masses or in the Parish Office. The proceeds will benefit the St. Leo's
Food Pantry. Thanks to all the sellers.
The Young Christian Hearts, along with FATHERS, RCIA, and Men's Fellowship Group will have their Lessons and Carols at West Park on Friday, December 14. Please meet in West Park's Lobby between 6:30PM - 6:45PM. In case of inclement weather, call Geri Tengler before 5PM.
GET THE NEW! 2008 ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS!! Help the 8th grade Girl Scouts with their fall fundraiser. The books are in the Parish Office through December 10th. They are packed with great savings at area restaurants, sporting events, cultural events, etc. for only $20 per book. Makes a wonderful gift for family and friends! Info, call Cindy Volmer.
RCIA: The catechumens and candidates will be dismissed during Noon Mass on the 2nd Sunday of Advent. They will leave with a catechist in order to "Break Open the Word." The group will review the Sunday Scriptures and the catechist will invite the group to reflect on the Word. Also, they will spend time sharing how they experience the Word in their personal lives. On Wednesday, Sr. Lucy is the catechist for the lesson, Sin & Grace. On Friday a service project is planned for RCIA and Mystagogia members to go caroling at West Park. In case of inclement weather, call Geri Tengler before 5:30pm.
BEREAVEMENT GROUP A: The Bereavement Group Meeting will be December 18, 10:00am-12:00 noon. Please come and join us for sharing and ways to cope through the holidays after the loss of your loved one. St Vincent DePaul is looking for a single bed for a young boy. Please contact the Parish Office if you can help.
St Vincent DePaul is looking for a single bed for a young boy. Please contact the Parish Office if you can help.
Thank you to those taking the Vocation Chalice. To have a Vocation Chalice in your home, call the Parish Office or to help with our Vocation Committee call Dennis Halaby. We encourage all parishioners (young, old, single, married, etc.) to participate in this ministry.
Vocation Chalice for Week of December 9
The Bresler Family
Baptized on December 2, we welcome:
Kyle Andrew Thelen, son of Andrew & Patty, Wheatcroft Dr.
Andrew James Goedde, son of Patrick & Angela, Edger Dr.
Quinn Patrick Daubenmerkl, son of Scott & Colleen, Orchard
Valley Dr.
Joseph Charles Coleman, son of Charles & Christine, Nandale
Parish Health Ministry: Holiday Stress?
What You Can Do:
- Try to determine exactly what causes your stress.
- Become aware of how you react to stressful events.
- Think about and ask how others deal with or avoid stress in their lives. It may work for you, too!
- Take time to relax, exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet that consists of fruits, vegetables, grains, meats and low-fat dairy products.
- Talk about problems that cause stress.
Welcome all St. Ignatius women! The Annual Women’s Retreat is January 25th – 27th, 2008 at the Moye Spiritual Life Center. Retreat directors are Brother Allan Schmitz and Susan Schmitz. Retreat is open to non-parishioners after January 1st. Fee is $110.00. Financial assistance is available. Reservations: Angie Otis. For more information call Carol Pieper or Louise Redden. A short planning meeting will be held Thursday, January 3rd for those willing to help with the retreat.
Update from St. Leo's: They made $l,000.00 from the Used Toy & Clothing Sale. The money earned will be used to help pay the parish's electric bill. Thanks to everyone for their donations. Also, thanks to Joann Luehrman & Kirk for helping deliver the toys to St. Leo's. On the other hand, there are many families in need of a holiday meal. Are you receiving a ham or turkey as a Christmas Gift? Would you like to donate it to St. Leo's Food Pantry? You can deliver the food to the pantry, 2573 St. Leo's Pl. at Baltimore Ave., between 1PM - 4PM on Dec. 12, 14, 17, 19, 21; otherwise, call Scott Currie.
St. James Catholic Order of Foresters Annual Christmas Party will be Tuesday, December 18th at the Rosenacker Community Center 6:30-11:00pm. Call Ron Krass by December 14th. Cost is $5.00.
Angel Food Distribution Date is Saturday, December 15 from 8:30AM - l0AM at St. Leo's. Customers can place January orders at this time. Volunteers are needed on Distribution Date. First shift meets at St. I's at 4:30AM. Second shift meets at St. I's at 7:00AM. Third shift meets at St. Leo's. To volunteer, call Geri/Paul Tengler.
SOMETHING FOR THE HOME
FROM FR. PETE
ORDER FOR THE BLESSING OF AN ADVENT
WREATH
First Sunday of Advent
INTRODUCTION
The use of the Advent Wreath is a traditional practice which has found
its place in the church as well as in the home. When the blessing of the
Advent Wreath is celebrated in the home, it is appropriate that it be
blessed by a parent or another member of the family. Customarily the Advent
Wreath is constructed of a circle of evergreen branches into which are
inserted four candles. According to tradition, three of the candles are
violet and the fourth is rose. The candles represent the four weeks of
Advent and the number of candles lighted each week corresponds to the
number of the current week of Advent. The rose candle is lighted on the
Third Sunday of Advent, also known as Gaudete Sunday.
INTRODUCTORY RITES
When the community has gathered, say
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit
All make the sign of the cross and reply:
R. Amen.
Let us praise God, who enlightens every heart, now and for ever.
R. Amen.
In similar words, you prepare those present for the blessing.
My brothers and sisters, today we begin the season of Advent we open
our hearts to God's love as we prepare to welcome Christ into our lives
and homes. The candles of this wreath remind us that Jesus Christ came
to conquer the darkness of sin and to lead us into the light of his glorious
kingdom.
READING OF THE WORD OF GOD
A reader, or the minister reads a text of sacred Scripture.
Brothers and sisters, listen to the words of the prophet Isaiah: 9:1-2,
5-6
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; Upon those
who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone. You have brought them
abundant joy and great rejoicing, As they rejoice before you as at the
harvest, as men make merry when dividing spoils. For a child is born to
us, a son is given us; upon his shoulder dominion rests. They name him
Wonder-Counselor, God-Hero, Father-Forever, Prince of Peace. His dominion
is vast and forever peaceful, From David's throne, and over his kingdom,
which he confirms and sustains. By judgment and justice, both now and
forever.
INTERCESSIONS
The intercessions are then said. You introduce them and one of those present
announces the intentions. From the following those best suited to the
occasion may be used or adapted, or other intentions that apply to the
particular circumstances may be composed.
Christ came to bring us salvation and has promised to come again.
Let us pray that we may be always ready to welcome him.
R. Come, Lord Jesus.
That the keeping of Advent may open our hearts to God's love, we pray
to the Lord.
R That the light of Christ may penetrate the darkness of sin, we pray
to the Lord.
R That this wreath may constantly remind us to prepare for the coming
of Christ, we pray to the Lord.
R. That the Christmas season may fill us with peace and joy as we strive
to follow the example of Jesus, we pray to the Lord.
R. After the intercessions the minister, in the following or similar
words, invites all present to sing or say the Lord's Prayer.
With longing for the coming of God's kingdom, let us offer our prayer
to the Father:
All: Our Father ...
PRAYER OF BLESSING
Lord God, your Church joyfully awaits the coming of its Savior, who
enlightens our hearts and dispels the darkness of ignorance and sin. Pour
forth your blessings upon us as we light the candles of this wreath; may
their light reflect the splendor of Christ, who is Lord, for ever and
ever.
R. Amen.
The first candle is lighted.
CONCLUDING RITE
One concludes the rite by signing himself or herself with the sign of
the cross and saying:
May the light of Christ lead us to the joy of his kingdom, now and
for ever.
R. Amen.
Total Cost of Project 2000 Construction
Part 1, Part 2, Parking Additions, Interest, etc. $
8,142,596.98
Debt to the Archdiocese as of 12/04/2007
$ 220,085.00
Fund Drive received last week $
425.00
Current Debt to the Archdiocese $
219,600.00
Thank You For Your Support!
St. Ignatius Babysitting Schedule for December 16
Kramer Woodard
Flynn
Fitzgerald
YOUTH NEWS
JUST A REMINDER: ALL STUDENTS who lector and serve at Mass – PLEASE SIGN IN.
STEUBENVILLE MEETING: An informational meeting on the 2008 Steubenville High School Leadership Conference will be held on Thursday, December 13 at 7:00 in Conference Room A. This life changing event is open to all high school as well as current 8th grade teens. A decision will be made at this meeting regarding which weekend we will be attending the conference. Registration for the conferences is scheduled to open on January 7 so we need to have our list of those who would like to attend by January 2. Questions may be directed to Kris Schoettmer at 661-6565 or Greg Geckle. A GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENT: We have been given a very special, but limited time, opportunity to sell CHAMPIONS OF FAITH: BASEBALL EDITION, as a fund raiser for our youth ministry. This is an awesome video that documents the importance of faith in the lives of some of the top names in major league baseball. DVD's can be purchased in the parish office. SPECIAL LIFE NIGHT: We will have a discussion about the movie which just opened, "The Golden Compass" and why it's important to avoid this type of "entertainment"! Join us Monday night (12/10) from 7:00 - 8:30! Quote of the Week: (regarding The Golden Compass, and author of the book it is based on, Philip Pullman) "Atheism for kids. That is what Philip Pullman sells." Bill Donohue, President, The Catholic League.
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Caution…New Film Called Golden Compass: Please be
aware that his new children’s/family film coming very soon is
NOT recommended viewing for ANY member of the family. It
is written by an active atheist and severely puts down our
Christian Faith and His Catholic Church. There is a detailed
handout available for further review at church exit areas and in
the Parish Office. May you have a blessed Advent Season free
from “darkness”…..Deacon Tony
St. Ignatius Christmas Memorial Flower Fund: Consider giving a donation for Christmas flowers as a remembrance of friends and family members. Look for the pink Insert in the December Insight Newsletter. A list of those being remembered will be on the Church bulletin board. Extra Memorial Sheets will be at the Church doors or place an envelope with the names in the collection basket or return to the Office by December 20th.
Parish Health Ministry News: In honor of Saint Lucy (Feast Day 12/12) who is the patron saint of blindness and name means “light”, Parish Health Ministry will once again be collecting your old prescription glasses and non-prescription sunglasses at the doors of church the weekend of 12/15. There will be marked containers for your donations. The glasses will be taken to Lenscrafters who refurbishes and delivers them to those underprivileged individuals in need around the world. What a great way to make good use of all those old glasses we all have stashed away! Learn more about The Gift of Sight www.givethegiftofsight.org Questions? Call Julie Caddell
Adult Collection
$ 29,010.00
Children's Collection $
102.00
Total Collection
$ 29,112.00
Budgeted amount for Sunday $ 24,500.00
Bingo $ 1,052.00
Concession Profit $
39.25
P.A.C.E.
Sales $
15,244.00
Profit to St. I's
$ 762.20
PACE Drawings are the last Sunday of each month. Every $50 purchase earns you 1 ticket in the monthly drawing. PACE Certificates are available at the Parish Office and from the PACE coordinators – Heidi Kemper, Julianne Smith, Sue Newland, Leslie Odioso.
Bingo Workers for December 16
Denise Toelke Julie
Paul
John/RaeJean Hardig Angie
Lawson
Mike/Stephanie Lambers Tom/Lori
Fronk
Scott Kroeger Brian
Lammers
Kevin/Kim Abele Carla
Eilers
Rhonda/Tim Dove Angela
Laug
Kathy Lipovsky Debbie
Schuster
Dottie Schloemer Laura
McCarthy
Ed/Jackie Hartmann Paula
Flaherty
Rita Wood Mark
Neiheisel
Jay Heidemann
*It is imperative you work your assigned week. For bingo questions, call Barb Campbell (661-6565).
Bingo is in need of additional workers. You will be scheduled to work only once every nine weeks, at the most six times a year. Please call Barb Campbell (661-6565)
The 7:30 Music Group “For His Glory” will be selling their Christmas CD and the CD with the familiar music you hear at Mass in the Parish Office and after the 7:30pm Mass on Sundays. They make great Christmas Gifts. Cost is $10 each.
Boys Baseball Signups: Last chance is December 13th from 6- 8:00pm in the Wildcat Room. Signups are for K – 8th grade. Questions? Please call Tom Barford or Jim McMahon.
SCARF IT UP CLUB: The beauty of the season can be reflected in the beauty of this stone. Don’t let your heart turn to stone, remember those in need. Your gently worn or new gloves, mittens, hats, scarves, blankets, and yarn will keep many less fortunate souls warm this winter. Please drop off all donations to the Parish Office. Thank you.
Our sincerest sympathy is extended to the families of Deacon Dan Gallagher, husband of Maureen; Frances Auciello, mother-in-law of Marlene (Don) and grandmother of Cindy (Brian) Hoeweler; and Fred Holtgrefe. May their families find comfort in knowing they are with God.
The St. Ignatius 8th grade Girl Scouts is sponsoring the Giving
Tree. The gifts will be gathered at the Masses on December 8th & 9th
excluding the 7:30 Sunday Mass. The Girl Scouts, their families and other
volunteers will deliver gifts after the 12:00 noon Mass on December 9th.
Questions or to volunteer, please call Cindy Volmer or Patti Bresler.
Delivery Truck Needed on Sunday, December 9th. The 8th grade Scout
troops are in need of a delivery truck to help deliver gifts from Giving
Tree Sunday to St. Leo’s Parish in Fairmount. If you have a truck
or know of anyone that does that could possibly help us from 2-5:00pm
on December 9th. Please call Cindy Volmer.
Veterans History Project: The Library of Congress is sponsoring this project in order to preserve the oral histories of America's war veterans and those who served in support of them. The histories will be included in the permanent collections of the Library of Congress and/or the World War II Museum in New Orleans as appropriate. They will serve as a scholarly and educational resource documenting the American veterans’ wartime experiences. The histories will be preserved for the benefit of the present and all future generations. Fr. Pete has graciously consented to be interviewed concerning his Marine Corps service as a Chaplain in Iraq. Any other individual with wartime service in any branch of the military, or anyone with a wartime work record in a critical support position, who would be interested in being interviewed as a part of the project should please call Rudy Jansen. Interviews will commence in January of 2008.
An Advent Day of Prayer for Seniors, ages 60 and above; Fr. Don McCarthy, former pastor at St. Antoninus, will lead an Advent mini-retreat at St. Teresa Avila on Monday, Dec. 10 from 10:00am-2:00pm. It will include talks by Fr. Don, the Rosary, Questions & Answers about the Church, Mass at 12:00 noon, time for confession and end with Benediction. Bring a brown bag lunch, as coffee and drinks will be provided. There is no cost and reservations are not needed. Come to Avila Hall (park in the Rulison Ave. parking lot) by 10:00am. Invite friends, neighbors, and relatives to come. Questions? Call the Parish Office (921-9200).
McAuley High School will host a dance for eighth grade boys and girls, a Hawaiian Holiday Happening, on Friday, December 14, 2007, from 8-11pm. Hawaiian outfits are encouraged, but not required. (No swimsuits, please.) There will be door prizes and costume prizes. For more information, please call (513) 681-1800.
Is Your Marriage Hurting in any way? Has your marriage grown cold, distant, unloving or uncaring? Then please consider Retrouvaille – a program designed to help heal and renew marriages. Retrouvaille is for marriages that have lost some of their spark, for marriages having difficulties in communication and even those marriages on the edge of separation or divorce. The next program begins January 11,12, & 13, 2008. For more information call: 398-3137.
Celebrate the mystery of Christmas with the Comboni Nativity Experience: Leave December’s hectic turmoil behind and immerse yourself in the sacred meaning of Christmas. Let the room-sized animated nativity display at the Comboni Missionaries provincial home take you back to Gospel times. Open 6-9pm, December 9-30 except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The Comboni Missionaries are located in Anderson Township. Admission is free but you may bring canned goods for the needy.
Watch Special EWTN Christmas Programming – Join EWTN Global Catholic Network in celebrating the birth of the Christ Child. EWTN is proud to bring you LIVE Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Masses from Rome and the Basilica of the National Shrine in Wash. DC as well as inspiring musical performances, animated features, specials for children and teens, and new holiday presentations the whole family will enjoy.
DISCOVER
We are a 20’s/30’s Christian based group designed to grow together
and walk this journey with one another. Through guest speakers, presentations,
videos, and small group discussions we will empower each other to live
as disciples of Jesus Christ in the world today, foster spiritual and
personal growth within one another, and encourage participation in the
faith community we live in. So come in and DISCOVER for yourself what
we are all about. Next meeting will be Dec. 11 at 7:30pm in the Fr. Gratsch
Room (Room A), where we will be discussing Our Blessed Mother…Mary.
Questions? Please contact Rod or Andrea