Parish Weekly Bulletin

2007-2008

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL

Chairperson Gerald Shannon 791-9313

Vice-Chairperson Barry Auer 984-1041

Member-at-Large Bill Mountel 793-7634

Member-at-Large Mary Kay Lynch 731-7155

Member-at-Large Peg Halpin 631-7301

Member-at-Large Conrad Neuman 793-3165

Athletics Rick Sanz 791-0545

Building & Finance Ray Bauman 984-4239

School Comm. Denis McGrath 733-9264

Worship Debbie Kamp 891-4168

Development Comm. Tom Kronenberger 792-0109

Community Life Sandie Wubbolding 561-1911

Social Justice Comm. Chris Homan 745-9958

Festival Comm. Patti Lowe 793-1112

Communication & Volunteer Recruitment Comm.

Gerald Shannon 791-9313

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).

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

Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Friday, October 12, 2007

Monday, October 8, 2007

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Friday, October 12, 2007

Sunday, October 14, 2007

The Apostles ask Jesus to increase their faith. In response, Jesus first explains how powerful faith can be – faith no bigger than a tiny mustard seed is strong enough to uproot a tree and carry it off to be planted in the sea. Next, Jesus tells a story about duty. If we have faith in God, we realize what an honor, privilege, and joy it is to do the work of God in sharing love and peace with others. On Pentecost, the Apostles find the increase of faith they ask for in today’s Gospel. Today, we model our faith and courage after the Apostles. We believe in Jesus and serve him faithfully.

Prayer Moment: May my faith grow strong, Jesus, as I share it with my family & friends – as your Apostles shared their faith in you with your disciples in the early Church.

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. Next 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.

During the month of October, the Archdiocese of Cincinnati requires each parish to keep a count of the number of parishioners attending Sunday Mass. Thanks to all of our Ushers for helping to keep an accurate October Count again this year beginning on October 6 & 7 weekend.

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has designated October 7th as National Respect Life Sunday. So often our society is openly hostile to life. On any given day the headlines tell of countless acts of violence, murders and abuse. This observance takes on special meaning in light of the many abortions and terrorist attacks that have taken place throughout the world these last number of years. More than ever, we as Christians are called to be the prophetic voices who speak out – defending the sacredness of life in all of its dimensions. May we never forget that all life is a gift from God.

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.

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

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.

Please welcome the following family who recently joined St. Vincent Ferrer Parish:

Please welcome the newest members of our faith community: Bradan Glenn Kramer, son of Paul & Kelly Kramer and Quinn Alexander Dehner, son of Benjamin & Katherine Dehner who were recently baptized. Congratulations to the proud parents.

The Spirit of God makes us strong, loving and wise. How will you use these gifts to serve the gospel? Consider being a sister, brother, priest or deacon. (2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14)

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.

STEWARDSHIP OF OFFERING

Sunday September 30, 2007

Sunday Collection $13,867

Other Donations $855

Weekly Donation Total $14,722

Fiscal Year Offertory

Offertory FY Budget to Date $246,954

Offertory FY Received to Date $192,408

Offertory Budget Deficit FY to Date -$54,546

Finance Fact: Sunday offertory donations so far for this year are $30,000 less than last year. Please support St. Vincent Ferrer Parish with your Sunday envelopes or EFT donations.

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.

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., Ann Corder, Jacquie Cosgrove, Joe Crachiolo, Bob Ford, Ferd Forney, Audrey Hanley, John Hill, Virginia Howd, Jean Johannigman, Mary Langemeier, Harry McCormick, Bonnie McLaughlin, Les Meldon, Marilyn Naehring, Richard Nurre, Mary Speed, Tom Sweeney, Tom Tressler, Phyllis Villari.

ALL ST. VINCENT FERRER

FALL VOLUNTEERS & CHAPERONES

must participate in a Child Protection Workshop and be Fingerprinted prior to volunteering

and/or by September 30^th.

Workshop & Fingerprinting Dates

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 take the workshop will have the opportunity to participate in them at neighboring parishes.

WORKSHOPS: Call to confirm!

Immaculate Heart of Mary–Beechmont–388-4466

2^nd Monday of each month @7:30PM

3^rd Wednesday of each month @ 4PM

PERMANENT FINGERPRINTING SITES:

Archdiocese of Cincinnati - 421-3131

100 E. 8th Street

Mon. ~ Fri., 9:00AM - 4:00 PM

Holy Trinity, Norwood – 366-4400

Mon. ~ Thurs., 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

St. John, West Chester – 777-6433

Wed., 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Mon. & Tues., 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Sat., 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Additional Child Protection Orientation Workshop and Fingerprinting dates and times can be found at www.catholiccincinnati.org , the Archdiocesan website. Click on “Fingerprinting Information”, then onto “Sites” and “Calendar.”

For further information please call Marc Greenberg in the Parish Office at 791-9030.

Next Sunday, October 14^th, at the 10:30 AM Mass. The children of the parish who will be preparing to receive First Eucharist will be formally enrolled as candidates. Eucharistic Sunday celebrations are special events and important in the child’s preparation. Through the theme “We Belong” the children will recall their baptism as they, along with their parents, formalize their commitment to prepare intently for First Eucharist.

Our membership in the Christian community is both a privilege and a responsibility. How are we as a parish witnessing the Holy Spirit’s presence to others?

BOOKSHELF SPOTLIGHT

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.

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

Leave promptly at 9:30 am from St. Gertrude

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.

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

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;

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.

The Eastside Coalition of Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity invites you to attend the Dedication Ceremony on Sunday, October 7, 690 Glenwood Avenue, at 3:00 in the afternoon. Guests are invited to tour the home and join us for refreshments immediately following the ceremony.

Ministry Trip to Appalachia
The Social Justice and Outreach Commission is looking for individuals who would be interested in participating in a 4-day Outreach event this Spring in which we will refurbish homes in Appalachia. We want to assess the level of interest in such a trip so that we can determine the size and type of program that would best fit our parish. If you are interested in participating or helping to plan this trip please contact Chris Homan at 607-5996 or Connie Dunn at 791-7506.

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??

Our Catholic Identity Goal for this school year is: Our students will exhibit behavior in line with our Christian values and teachings. We have placed a "Jesus Jar" in each of our classrooms to collect names of our students who behave like "Jesus would". A child receives a "ticket" that goes in the jar when they are "caught" doing something good. Things like helping someone in need, doing a special "service project", or other Christian actions are what we are looking for. All of these students will be recognized at the end of each month. Please feel free to contact Mr. Z. at school when you see these Christ-like behaviors being practiced by one of our students.

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).

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

The Athletic Commission is looking for two additional members to add to our great team! We have an opening in Communications and we also need a Basketball Coordinator. This is a great opportunity to serve the members of our parish as well as join a great group of folks looking to help the needs of our children and athletics. If you would like to join our commission or to obtain more info about the open positions, please call Steve Schaefer @ 792 -9455 or Martha Capannari @ 891 -1471.

The Altar Society will meet on Monday, October 8 after the morning Mass. Refreshments will be served, so y’all come.

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.

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!

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

Sat., Oct. 13 at Moeller High School. Register teams of four for $60/team in grades 4-8. Approximate playing times are: 8:00-11:00 – 4^th, 10:00-1:00 – 5^th, 12:00-3:00 6^th, 2:00-5:00 – 7^th, 4:00-7:00 – 8^th. Call now! Entry deadline is Oct. 10. For questions, or to register a team, call Scott MacEachen at 702-1052.

Public Lecture - At 7:30 p.m. on Wed, October 10, Rev. Donald Senior CP STD will speak on the topic "Living Together in the 21^st Century: Biblical Wisdom for the Challenges Facing the Church and the World" in the Bartlett Pastoral Center at The Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary's Seminary, 6616 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati. This presentation will explore some biblical precedents for navigating difficult times and offer some directions for the Church’s mission today. All are welcome to attend.

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).

Mass Intentions & Readings

for the Week

Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Friday, October 12, 2007

Calendar for the Week

Monday, October 8, 2007

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Friday, October 12, 2007

Sunday, October 14, 2007

PARISH LIBRARY

BOOKSHELF SPOTLIGHT

HAPPY WANDERERS

Leave promptly at 9:30 am from St. Gertrude

Did You Know??