Parish Weekly Bulletin

October 25, 2009

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2009-2010 PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL

  
 
  Chairperson John Abraham 791-4527 Vice-Chairperson Amy Hobler 984-3087 Member-at-Large Kitty O’Brien 984-0324 Member-at-Large Paul Korchak 351-2095 Member-at-Large Peg Halpin 631-7301 Member-at-Large Conrad Neumann 793-3165 Athletics Steve Schaefer 792-9455 Building & Finance Conrad Neumann 793-3165 Education Comm. Jennifer Powers 891-9739 Worship Debbie Kamp 891-4168  
STEWARDSHIP OF OFFERING Sunday, October 18, 2009 Weekly Offertory: Sunday Collection $ 8,833 Other Donations $ 352 Estimated Pledge Connect Donations $ 2,050 Sunday Collection Total $ 11,235 Other collections World Mission Sunday $ 1,212  
 
ALL SOULS DAY MEMORIAL MASS Our annual Memorial Mass for the Faithful Departed will be celebrated on All Souls Day, Monday November 2nd at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. We will remember in particular all of our parishioners who have died since last November, as well as those members of our local community whose funeral services were held here at St. Vincent’s. As part of our ritual of remembering, their names will be prayerfully read and a candle symbolizing the light of their eternal life will be presented to a family member or friend who is present. You are invited to inscribe the names of your beloved dead in the register at the rear of the Church. Each of these loved ones, along with all the faithful departed will have a prominent place in our prayers throughout the month of November.  
 

Pastor’s desk

  
 
 

ALL SAINTS DAY

Sunday, November 1st is the Feast of All Saints.  At times the lives of many of the canonized Saints may seem a bit distant or remote from our everyday experiences and situations.  All Saints Day gives us the opportunity to honor the unsung heroes and heroines of our Catholic heritage – the men and women in our families and circle of friends who lived good and loving lives and are now with the Lord in heaven.
 

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 22 at 1:15 p.m. in the Community Building Chapel.  You must call the parish

 

LECTORS’ SCHEDULE

We are about to put together the next lectors schedule for Dec-Feb.  Any questions or concerns should be directed to Susan Aloisio, 745-9181 or smaloisio@fuse.net by Monday, November 2.
  These Scriptures proclaim: Let us rejoice in all the men and women, blest in the eyes of the Lord, who celebrate the heavenly liturgy. They stand in God’s holy place and sing of the love the Father has bestowed upon them through the blood of the Lamb.
   
 

Readings for the week

30th Sunday in ordinary time

About to leave Jericho, Jesus heard the commotion made by the blind beggar, Bartimaeus, who called to the Son of David. Bartimaeus acknowledged the royal lineage of Jesus and also believed in his healing powers.
Jesus responded by calling Bartimaeus’ friends to bring the beggar to him.  Bartimaeus threw off his cloak once he was healed.  Some say this gesture was symbolic of Bartimaeus shedding his old, sinful ways for the new life Jesus had given him.

Reflection: All of us can sometimes feel like Bartimaeus.  We know what the right thing is, but sometimes our friends or family members try to quiet us because we embarrass them.  It may be that our friends even agree with us and know that we are right, but it’s our voice that embarrasses them.  We’re causing a stir.
Bartimaeus’ friends were embarrassed by his loud shouts to Jesus, but Jesus honored his faith.  In the end,

 
 

Monday:  Rom 8:12-17  Lk 13:10-17

Tuesday:                 Rom 8:18-25  Lk 13:18-21    

Wednesday:           Eph 2:19-22   Lk 6:12-16

Thursday:               Rom 8:31b-39  Lk 13:31-35  

 

YEAR FOR PRIESTS

This year is an invitation to support, encourage and pray for all priests.  Each week we will publish the names of seven of our diocesan priests to pray for in particular.  Hopefully by the end of the year we will have prayed for all of our priests and seminarians in a special way.

This week's priests are:

 Sunday                Fr. Kenneth Henz

 Monday               Fr. Gerard Hiland

 Tuesday              Fr. Louis Hohlmayer

 Wednesday          Fr. Michael Holloran

 Thursday             Fr. David Howard

 Friday                  Fr. Leo Hoying
 

Monday, October 26, 2009

         8:30 a.m.       Marian Levo

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

         8:30 a.m.       Dan Naber

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

St. Simon & St. Jude

         8:30 a.m.       John Overbeck

Thursday, October 29, 2009

         8:30 a.m.       Communion Service

Friday, October 30, 2009

         8:30 a.m.       Walter Ungruhn

Saturday, October 31, 2009
 

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. 

Jim Boyatt, Sr., Rosemary Carey, Jenny Castelluccio, Mary Lee Churchill, Ann Corder, Joe Crachiolo, Eileen DeSollar, Bette DiSalvo, Mark Glevicky, Mary Heinlen, Virginia Howd, Luke Jenkins, George Jutze, Len Kuehnle,

 

Development  commission

  
 

SVF GIFT CARDS

St. Vincent Ferrer Parish receives 4-12% of every dollar spent on gift cards purchased here.  This is a great way to raise money without costing you any more then you are already spending.  Use our SVF gift cards for your regular purchases or as gifts for family, teachers and friends.

 

Parishioners can purchase and order gift cards at the parish office.  You are welcome to come to the office TUE-FRI between 9am - 3pm.  There is a wide selection of cards available in inventory; an updated list is online at www.svfchurch.org/GLSClist.pdf
   

Calendar for the week

  
    Monday, October 26, 2009 6:30 a.m. Communion Service—Chapel 8:30 a.m. Mass– Chapel 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Solemn Exposition – Chapel (Stop in for 15 minutes) 7:00 p.m. Social Justice—room B Tuesday, October 27, 2009 6:30 a.m. Communion Service—Chapel 8:30 a.m. Mass-Chapel 3:00 p.m. Servers training—Church 3:00 p.m. Band—room 124 7:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal—Church Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:30 a.m. Communion Service—Chapel  
 

                            8:30 a.m.     Mass—Church

                             6:30 p.m.     Development—room B

                             8:00 p.m.     Men’s Club—cafeteria

 

Thursday, October 29, 2009

                             6:30 a.m.     Communion Service—Chapel

                            8:30 a.m.     Communion Service—Chapel

 

Friday, October 30, 2009

                             6:30 a.m.     Communion Service—Chapel

                            8:30 a.m.     Mass—Church

                             9:00 a.m.     Roamin’ Catholics—cafeteria

  
 
 

The roamin’ catholics

  
 

Friday, October 30 at 9:00 a.m.

Monthly meeting – coffee/donuts in the cafeteria.  

Planning for our Christmas Luncheon.

 

A JOINT VENTURE… Christmas Spectacular—December 2 at La Comedia Dinner Theater.  Leave St. Gertrude’s at 9:30 a.m.  $52  More info call: Nancy 936-0940.

  

Social justice commission

  
 
 

Habitat for humanity collection

The second collection on October 31 & November 1 will be for Habitat for Humanity.  The St. Vincent Ferrer community has always responded generously to this worthwhile cause.  Please give thoughtful consideration to your contribution this year to support our efforts for the Eastside Coalition for Habitat for

 

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

From September 23 through November 1, our community is one of many cities from coast to coast joining together for the most dynamic coordinated pro-life mobilization in history -- 40 Days for Life.  St. Vincent Ferrer Parish has adopted Wednesday, October 28th as a day in which our parishioners will keep vigil and pray together outside of Planned Parenthood—2314 Auburn Ave, Cincinnati OH 45219.

40 Days for Life is a focused pro-life effort that consists of:

· 40 days of prayer and fasting

· 40 days of peaceful vigil

· 40 days of community outreach

 

  
 
 

FALL FAMILY GATHERING–Oct. 25th

The Fall Family Gathering for PREP, School, and Summer PREP families is taking place this Sunday, October 25th,from 9:00-10:15AM.  Bobby Fisher, speaker, composer and musician, will be the special guest.  This year’s theme is “We can do small things for one another with great love.” ~ Mother Teresa  ~  A continental breakfast will begin promptly at 9AM, followed Mr. Fisher’s presentation.  Parents are asked to refer to the flyer they received to determine what breakfast item they are to bring to the cafeteria before 9AM.                            See you there!

 

  
 

SOCIAL JUSTICE & OUTREACH

COMMISSION MEETING

This month the SVF Social Justice and Outreach Commission will meet on Monday, October 26 at 7:00 pm in Room B (old Music Room).  Anyone interested in the Witness for Life Ministry should also plan to attend.  Please

 

BULLETIN DEADLINES & INSERTS

We need to receive all articles in writing by Monday at 12:00 noon. You should indicate the dates you would like your bulletin article to appear.  Unless otherwise indicated, all articles will run for 2 weeks.  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. 

 

 

~ ATTENTION ~

ALL ST. VINCENT FERRER

 VOLUNTEERS & CHAPERONES

must participate in a Child Protection Workshop and be Fingerprinted!

New parish volunteers who will be working with children this school year, or those who have not yet had a chance to be fingerprinted or attend the workshop will have the opportunity to participate in them at neighboring parishes.

 

Child Protection Orientation Workshop and Fingerprinting dates, times and

 
 
 

ADULT FORMATION TEAM

  
 

PLEASE NOTE:  Due to lack of response, the remaining ECONOMY GOT YOU DOWN sessions, (Nov. 4 & Dec. 2) sponsored by AFT, have been cancelled. 

 

  
 
youth parishioners of St. Vincent Ferrer, All Saints, and St. Saviour… Grades 7 & 8 and Grades  9 – 12  are invited to join the Youth Group!   Give us a try—All Saints  from 6:45-8:30 PM in the Youth Rm.
Jr. High Catholic Youth Group ~ 6:45-8:30PM

Sunday, October 25—Hallowed Eve Hoot

Scary movie clips, stories, treats, and some tricks.

All Saints Day, Sunday November 1

Jr. High, High School, and HOW will celebrate All Saints Day with Mass at 5:30PM, followed by a cook-out/eat-in, and then a bonfire.  What a wonderful way to celebrate all saints and All Saints!

 

HOW Highschoolers of the Well
 
 

USHERS

Ushers are needed at the 10:30 a.m. & 12:00 noon Masses.  Please call Ed DeGregorio, 791-
 

HABITAT INFO...

Great news!! The 2 Eastside Coalition Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity houses on Hallwood Place in Avondale are nearing completion. Please note, the dedication of these 2 homes to the families (the Cephas and the Engleman's) is scheduled for Saturday, November 14 at 10:00 AM.  Please plan to attend! I know they would love to see you!

 

SVF MEN’S CLUB

Mark your calendar.  It’s time for the monthly meeting of the SVF Men’s Club on Wednesday, October 28 at 8:00 p.m. in the cafeteria.  The annual election will be held and the activity for the evening will be cards.  The usual refreshments will be served and homemade chili prepared by Chef Jim Belmont.  See you at the meeting.  Please check the SVF website for more information.
 

ALUMINUM CAN RECYCLING

St. Vincent Ferrer Parish recycles empty aluminum beverage cans.  The can recycling container is located next to the paper-recycling bin. We only accept beverage cans (soda, beer, juice) - no soup cans, sauce cans or other types of cans please.  Please make sure your cans are rinsed and completely empty before putting them in our container. 

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE PROJECT The sixth graders of our school would like to thank all who have donated pop tabs to our Ronald McDonald House project.  We will continue to collect tabs in order to reach our goal of one million. We're almost there!
 

WARM UP YOUR OVEN!

The Harvest Bake Sale in conjunction with the PTO’s Annual Arts and Crafts Fair Is coming November 14th. We are asking everyone in the Parish to help support our school children by donating baked goods for resale at the Arts and Crafts Fair. You may drop your tasty treats in Room B on Friday, November 13th during business hours or Saturday, November 14th prior to the event.  If you have any questions, Please call Jodi Kastner at 470-3135.
 
 

GAME NIGHT/PIZZA PARTY

SVF MOMS GROUP next meeting is Wednesday November 4, 2009 from 7pm to 9pm in Hamilton Hall. This meeting is our GAME NIGHT and PIZZA PARTY event. All parish moms are welcome to join us and have fun playing games with us and enjoy pizza dinner. Please just show up or email Heather Leland at dhleland@fuse.net.
 

SVF ALTAR SOCIETY

The Altar Society proceeds collected from donations for the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day cards have been used as follows: Fr. Charles Heskamp, SVD and Fr. Salvator Machowera have each received a sum of $498 which will be used for Missionaries in this country and in

 

JOURNEY THROUGH THE LANDSCAPE OF

GRIEF & LOSS

This program is intended for those who are experiencing the deep pain of grief because of any type of loss, i.e., death of loved one, diagnosis of an illness or losses related to health issues, separation, divorce, job & other losses due to the current economic crisis.  Saturday, November 14, Cedars Auditorium, Sisters of Charity Motherhouse— 5900 Delhi Road  For

 

PTO ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

The St. Vincent Ferrer School PTO is sponsoring its 26th annual ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR on Saturday, November 14th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at 7754 Montgomery Road. There will be 70 craft booths with a variety of unique, handmade items, just in time for holiday shopping.   Special attractions include the Harvest Kitchen Bake Sale, lunch and raffles.  Our

 

HOW TO GET THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS AFTER A DEATH IN THE FAMILY

Jan Borgman—Bereavement Manager Children’s Hospital. Thursday, November 19th at 7:00