Parish Weekly Bulletin

October 14, 2007

NETWORK OF CARE

Communion Visits to the Homebound -Members of this ministry take Holy Communion and visit with parishioners who are unable to attend Mass.  This service is available for short and long term convalescence.  Please call the Parish Office (791-9030).

Driving Ministry– For parishioners needing transportation to weekend Mass, for health related appointments and grocery shopping.  Please call Donna Piening (791-7449) or the Parish Office (791-9030).

St. Vincent for the Poor – (791-9030)

Prayer Chain – To request prayers for a special intention call the Parish Office (791-9030).

Web site: www.svfchurch.org

Monday, October 15, 2007

St. Teresa of Jesus

Rom 1:1-7  Lk 11:29-32

8:30 AM            Georgia Wulker             

Tuesday, October 16, 2007

St. Hedwig & St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

Rom 1:16-25  Lk 11:37-41

8:30 AM            Julianne Long                           

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

St. Ignatius of Antioch

Rom 2:1-11  Lk 11:42-46

8:30 AM            Bertie Heil

                        Birthday Remembrance

Thursday, October 18, 2007

St. Luke

2 Tm 4:10-17b  Lk 10:1-9

8:30 AM            Communion Service      

Friday, October 19, 2007

St. John de Brebeuf & St. Isaac Jogues

Rom 4:1-8  Lk 12:1-7

8:30 AM            Ralph Brinkman

Saturday, October 20, 2007

St. Paul of the Cross

Rom 4:13,16-18  Lk 12:8-12

5:00 PM            Dolores Dummar

Sunday, October 21, 2007

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ex 17:8-13  2 Tm 3:14-4:2  Lk 18:1-8

9:00 AM            The members of St. Vincent Parish

10:30 AM          Elmer Koch

12:00 Noon        Deceased members of the Nick & Jim Stagge families

Monday, October 15, 2007

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Mass – Chapel

9:00 AM-5:00 PM           Solemn Exposition-Chapel (stop in for 15 minutes)

9:30 AM                        St. Vincent for the Poor- room B

7:30 PM                        GIFT – HH/Church

Tuesday, October 16, 2007

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Mass – Chapel

1:30 PM                        Bridge Marathon-cafeteria

8:00 PM                        Women’s Volleyball-Gym

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Mass – Church

9:00 AM                        Bingo prep work-B

7:00 PM                        Parish Pastoral Council – B

7:30 PM                        Faith Sharing - Chapel

Thursday, October 18, 2007

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

11:30 AM                      Fun Lunch Bunch-B

5:00-10:00 PM               Scrapbooking-cafeteria

Friday, October 19, 2007

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Mass – Chapel

9:30 AM                        Bible Study – Room B

Saturday, October 20, 2007

8:00-12:00 noon             Adopt a plot - HH

3:30-4:30 PM                 Confessions-Church

5:00 PM                        Mass  –Church

Sunday, October 21, 2007

9:00 AM                        PREP

9:00 AM                        Mass – Church

10:30 AM                      EC

10:30 AM                      Mass  –Church

10:30 AM                      Bingo set up - cafeteria

12:00 PM                      Mass – Church

12:30 PM                      Bingo - cafeteria

8:00 PM                        AA – room B

28th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

The grateful leper in today’s Gospel recognizes God’s saving presence in Jesus.  He opens himself to God and is able to see what the other nine lepers cannot see: That lasting health and strength come from the healing love of God.  The grateful leper reminds us of our own need for a greater awareness of the saving and healing presence of Jesus in our daily lives.  Through the redeeming power of Jesus’ sacrifice, we share in the perfect health of eternal life.

Prayer Moment: Dear God, I am grateful for the healing presence of your Son Jesus in my own life and in the lives of others.

CATHOLIC MINISTERIES APPEAL

CMA is an annual effort by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati to spread the Gospel through informing and engaging the faithful with important regional ministries that benefit thousands of people throughout nineteen counties in western and southwestern Ohio.  We invite you to share your gifts of time, talent, and treasure to participate in the life of our local church through these ministries.  This weekend we will have a very short survey card for all parishioners to fill out.  You will be asked to mark the ministry you would most like to learn about over the next few months. We will tabulate the results, and have information in our bulletins so you have increased opportunities to learn about – and maybe participate in – one of these important ministries.

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY

Sunday, October 21, is World Mission Sunday.  We celebrate the gift of faith and recommit ourselves to sharing that faith with others.  We offer our prayers and sacrifices for the Church’s worldwide mission.  Please be generous in helping in the collection for the Propagation of the Faith.

PHOTOGRAPHS POSTED FROM PET BLESSING FOR 2007

There are many photos of parishioners attending our Pet Blessings.  They are on easels near the front entrance of the Church.  Many thanks to Debbie Kamp for taking the pictures and putting them into a collage.

BINGO VOLUNTEERS

Thank you to the many St. Vincent Ferrer parishioners who volunteered to help at Bingo.  Please note that we are working our way through the list of those who signed up, and you may not have been call yet.  If you already signed up to help, we will call you.  If you would like to sign up to help, please call the parish office and give us your name and telephone number – we will pass the info onto the bingo coordinators.  We will call everyone who volunteers to help!

LOOKING AHEAD

Priests of the Archdiocese have a convocation on Tuesday, October 23 at Incarnation Parish (Centerville, Ohio).  Archbishop Daniel Pilarczyk has called this gathering of priest to allow us an opportunity for education, prayer and lunch together.

                -Fr. George Kunkel

BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS

The baptism preparation class is for parents who are having their first child baptized.  The next class will be offered on Sunday, November 18 at 1:15 p.m. in the Community Building Chapel.  You must call the parish office 791-9030, to register.

VOCATION VIEW

Gratitude leads to praise.  For what are you thankful?  Share your gratitude.  (Luke 17:11-19)

USHERS NEEDED

Several Ushers are needed for the Saturday 5:00 p.m. Mass and Sunday 12:00 noon Mass.  This is an opportunity to serve your Church in a worthwhile ministry.  Please call Ed DeGregorio at 791-1160 if interested.

ST. VINCENT FOR THE POOR

Our next-door collection for our St. Vincent for the Poor Society will take place the weekend of October 13 & 14.  The baskets will be in the back of Church.  Your generosity is appreciated.

In The Hospital or Recovering at Home:

So that as a parish we can keep in our prayers those in our community who are ill, St. Vincent Ferrer Parish would like to publish the names of those parishioners and their families who are in the hospital, recovering from an illness or going through treatments.  We ask that you contact the Parish Office at 791-9030.

Florence Bailey, Glorianne Barbacane, Charles Beckman, Marion Blohm, James Boyatt Sr., Jacquie Cosgrove, Joe Crachiolo, Bob Ford, Ferd Forney, Audrey Hanley, John Hill, Virginia Howd, Mary Langemeier, Bonnie McLaughlin, Les Meldon, Marilyn Naehring, Richard Nurre, Mary Speed, Tom Sweeney, Tom Tressler, Phyllis Villari, Virginia Zimmerman.

R.C.I.C. – Rite of Christian Initiation for Children will begin on Monday, October 15^th.  If there are any school age children who are beyond Grade 2 who are in need of preparation for the sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, or First Eucharist, please call the Office of Faith Formation at 791-6321 this week.  

Consider taking one of our spiritually renewing companions for a leisurely break on a quiet evening or afternoon.  Stop by the ushers’ room located near the main entrance of the church to browse the wide selection of reading material in the bookcase. 

All persons over 55 are welcome to join us.

Yearly membership dues of $10.00 are now being accepted.  Make checks payable to SVF and mail or drop off at the Parish Office (Mark envelope H.W.)

ARGOSY CASINO BUS TRIP

Thursday, November 29, 2007

ARRIVAL TIME: 9:45 a.m.

DEPART FOR CASINO: 10:00 a.m.

LUNCH BUFFET: anytime after arrival & before 3 p.m.

DEPART FROM CASINO: 3:30 p.m.

RETURN TO SVF: 4:15 p.m.

COST: $15.00 per person

(This fee is non-refundable…but you may find a substitute to take your place)

Don’t be left out – See insert next week
This casino trip includes an Argosy buffet lunch, round trip motor-coach transportation. 

(Tip for driver is not included in cost.) 

Call Dr. Len Kuehnle, 791-0070 with questions or for more information.

LaCOMEDIA DINNER THEATRE

A Taste of Broadway  - A JOINT VENTURE

Bus Trip to LaComedia, Buffet luncheon and matinee performance of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”.  Wednesday, December 12^th.  Board bus at St. Gertrude parking lot at 9:30 a.m., return approximately 4:30 p.m.  For information call Pat Schoo at 891-1345 or make check for $52 per person out to St. Gertrude Parish (attn: Fun Bunch) and mail to Pat Schoo, 7204 Winding Way, Cincinnati, OH 45236.

DEADLINE: November 7, 2007

Social Justice and Outreach Commission Meeting - Wednesday, October 24
The next SVF Social Justice and Outreach Commission meeting will be held on October 24 at 7:00 pm in Room 124 of the SVF school building. (Enter school building using the double doors facing the soccer fields).  The focus of this month’s meeting will be on our Outreach Ministries.  All are invited to attend, particularly those leading or coordinating an outreach ministry.  If you have any questions about the SJO Commission or upcoming meeting, please call Chris Homan at 607-5996

THANKSGIVING / CHRISTMAS TURKEY

It doesn’t seem possible, but the holidays are coming soon – Thanksgiving and Christmas.  Once again, we are going to provide the turkey and gravy for each holiday dinner at the St. Francis Soup Kitchen and Our Daily Bread. Letters have been sent to all those who helped last year.  If you wish to join us, it is simple –

1.       Cook turkey; cut all meat off the bones.  Wrap white and dark meat together and freeze.  Save ALL drippings.  STRAIN and freeze also in a throwaway container.  I realize that many people are sure that giblets-gravy is best, but with the amount we have to make, it is too difficult;

2.       Buy a turkey and someone else will cook it for you;

3.       Volunteer to cook a donated turkey; or

4.       Donate one (check made payable to the Parish) to purchase a turkey.

If you have any further questions call Barbara Pflum at 891-8287

CALENDARS

Again this year we are collecting 2008 calendars for the inner city poor.  Please drop off at 7541 Hosbrook Road or the parish office.  Last day to drop off calendars will be January 15.

Paper Recycling

As the school year is now in full swing we are seeing increased paper recycling.  We wish to thank all of the SVF staff, faculty and students who support the recycling program throughout the school year by collecting their paper trash and taking it to the recycling bin. 

All parishioners are welcome to participate in recycling by bringing your paper trash to the green and yellow recycling bin on the SVF parking lot near the community building.  This has been a terrific way to save trees while earning money for SVF!  Remember, only paper, magazines, and newspapers are accepted.  NO PLASTIC BAGS, CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS.  Thank you!

ST. VINCENT FOR THE POOR

COAT & CLOTHING COLLECTION COMING SOON!  The St. Vincent for the Poor’s annual fall coat, clothing & canned food drive will be held the weekend of October 27^th & 28^th.   This is a good time to not only clean closets, but also simplify your wardrobe, and help the needy in doing so.  Plan now! 

Did You Know??

Students in Grades 2,4,6,8 take the Terra Nova Tests in October. These tests have sections on all of our major subject areas. They enable us to gather data on each of our children and chart their progress over their years here at SVF. It also shows how we are doing compared to other schools around the country. Historically, we have scored at or above the national averages on these tests. We are proud of our students' efforts on the Terra Nova.

ARTS & CRAFT FAIR    

Know any crafters?  The St. Vincent Ferrer PTO still has booths available for its 24^th annual Arts & Crafts Fair on November 17.  Booth prices range from $40-$55.  Please call Maria Barrett for more information (891-7699).

HARVEST BAKE SALE

Do you like to bake?  We sure would love to have your cakes, breads, cookies and brownies for our Harvest Bake Sale on Saturday, November 17^th.  Whatever your specialty, we know it will be a big hit at the sale.  Last year you helped us raise over $800, I hope you will come through for us again this year. Bring your baked goods to the school or parish office on Friday, November 16^th.   Thank you so much for your support!

GIRLS CYO VOLLEYBALL REGISTRATION

Registration is available online at www.svfathletics.org.

Any girl (3^rd grade thru 8^th grade who is a parishioner) interested in playing Volleyball for an SVF team this winter should register online by November 1^st. The season runs the 1^st week of January thru the 1^st week of March, with practices beginning in December. All coaches interested in coaching should also register at this site. Contact Tad Berger if you have any questions @ 891-8035 or tberger@theminc.com

FUN LUNCH BUNCH

Seniors 55+

We would like to invite you to enjoy an afternoon with your friends. 

When: The Fun Lunch Bunch meets the 3^rd Thursday of the month, Sept – May.

Our next lunch date is: Oct 18^th

Time: 11:30 a.m. Light lunch is served for a small fee.

You may stay and play cards or visit with friends.  There is no obligation to attend every month.  There are no meetings or commitments.  It’s just an afternoon out with your friends.  Reservations must be made at least 2 days before the lunch at the Parish Office (791-9030), so we can provide for everyone.

BINGO AT ST. VINCENT FERRER

Doors open at 12:30 p.m.; instants are sold at 1:00 p.m.; first Bingo game begins at 1:30 p.m.; Bingo will end by 5:00 p.m.

CAN YOU HELP COUNT BINGO "INSTANTS"

The parish needs 2-3 additional volunteers to count bingo "instants.” This will be at the parish, during the week, and at your leisure, but we would like a weekly, or bi-weekly commitment. It's a sitting job, and would be fun to do with a friend, or daughter/son. Please contact Debbie Kamp for more information at 891-4168, or dlkamp@zoomtown.com

BULLETIN DEADLINES

Dee Printing, the publisher of our bulletin would like to re-emphasize the importance of deadlines.  In order for them to provide us with a professionally printed bulletin we need to receive all articles in writing by Monday at 3:00 p.m. You should indicate the dates you would like your bulletin article to appear.  Unless otherwise indicated, all articles will run for 2 weeks.

BULLETIN INSERTS

Please call the parish office to get your bulletin insert on the calendar.  All inserts must be put on the insert calendar as soon as possible. (The number of inserts are limited to 2 per week) and the copies need to be in the Parish office by Wednesday morning.  This will allow the bulletin stuffers ample time to adjust their calendar for volunteer time.  A special thanks to our volunteer bulletin stuffers, we appreciate your help!

MOVING?

Don’t forget to notify the parish office of your new address and phone number when moving.

ADULT SPIRITUALITY INSTITUTE

At the Athenaeum of Ohio

“Vatican II: That Council!!”

Thursday, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Oct 25 - Nov15

Rev. Theodore Ross is an assistant professor of Historical Theology at the Athenaeum. The personalities, the tensions, the dynamics of the most important religious event of the 20^th century!!  Is the Council a problem or a solution in its revolution of liturgy, ecumenism, laity, the Jews, and other facets of modern Catholicism.  Call 231-2223, ext. 143 to register.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICE

Catholic Social Services is looking for volunteers and employers who can help refugees obtain employment shortly after arrival.  All are legally admitted by the Department of State with work authorization.  Volunteers will assist in identifying potential employers, working out public transportation and helping the refugee prepare for a job.  Language skills in French, Somali or Arabic are helpful but not required.  If you can be of assistance, please call Cindy at 241-7745 ext. 287

MT. NOTRE DAME OPEN HOUSE

Information night – Monday, October 29, 7-8 p.m.  Reservations required, 821-3044 ext. 124

Open House -Sunday, November 4, 12-3 p.m.  Campus tours available.  Placement Test will be held on Saturday, November 17 from 8:30-12:30 p.m.

ST. XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, November 11 from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and the Entrance test will be held on Saturday, November 17 from 8:00-12:30 p.m.  Questions contact 761-7815, ext. 107

ST. URSULA ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, October 21 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and the Entrance Test will be given on Saturday, November 17 from 8:30-12:30 p.m.  Questions contact 961-3410.

YOUTH WRESTLING

Moeller Kid Crusader Wrestling Club Sign-Ups.

Moeller Youth Wrestling teaches fundamental wrestling techniques rooted in the Marianist Catholic tradition.  All 1^st – 6^th graders welcome!  Mail-in registration now or sign-up at the 1^st practice on Tuesday, Nov. 6^th.  Forms found on www.moeller.org  (athletics/wrestling/youth wrestling).  Questions call Tim MacVeigh at 398-4787.