Parish Weekly Bulletin

January 6, 2008

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, January 7, 2008

St. Raymond of Penafort

1 Jn 3:22-4:6  Mt 4:12-17,23-25

8:30 AM            Communion Service

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

1 Jn 4:7-10  Mk 6:34-44

8:30 AM            Communion Service

Wednesday, January 9, 2008

1 Jn 4:11-18  Mk 6:45-52

8:30 AM            Special Intention

Thursday, January 10, 2008

1 Jn 4:19-5:4  Lk 4:14-22a

8:30 AM            Communion Service         

Friday, January 11, 2008

1 Jn 5:5-13  Lk 5:12-16

8:30 AM            Communion Service

Saturday, January 12, 2008

1 Jn 5:14-21  Jn 3:22-30

5:00 PM            Special Intention           

Sunday, January 13, 2008

Baptism of the Lord

Is 42:1-4,6-7  Acts 10:34-38  Mt 3:13-17

9:00 AM            Eleanor Moriarity

10:30 AM          Betty Lindhorst

12:00 Noon        The members of St. Vincent Parish

Monday, January 7, 2008

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Communion Service - Chapel

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

7:00 PM                        Communication Commission – B

7:30 PM                        GIFT - HH

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Communion Service - Chapel

3:00 PM                        Art Class – HH

7:00 PM                        Athletic Commission-B

Wednesday, January 9, 2008

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Mass – Church

(Fr. Chris Coleman)

12 noon                         Planned Giving – G

3:00 PM                        Art class – HH

6:30 PM                        SVF Mom’s Group – HH

7:00 PM                        School Commission-Lib

Thursday, January 10, 2008

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

Friday, January 11, 2008

6:30 AM                        Communion Service – Chapel

8:30 AM                        Communion Service– Chapel

9:30 AM                        Bible Study – B

Saturday, January 12, 2008

3:30-4:30 PM                 Confessions (Fr. Kunkel)  -Church

5:00 PM                        Mass (Fr. Kunkel) –Church

Sunday, January 13, 2008

9:00 AM                        Mass (Fr. Guntzelman)– Church

9:00 AM                        PREP

10:30 AM                      Mass – Eucharistic Sunday (Fr. Kunkel)  –Church

10:30 AM                      Bingo set up – cafeteria

11:30 AM                      Greeter Orientation - B

12:00 PM                      Mass (Fr. Kunkel)– Church

12:30 PM                      Bingo – cafeteria

8:00 PM                        AA – room B

THANK YOU!

  The Lord has truly blessed us with a wonderful celebration of Christmas this year.  Once again, my thanks to all the members of the Art and Environment Ministry for the long hours they spent in making our Church so beautiful.  We have received many compliments about how nice it looks.  I want to thank all of the members of the Music Ministry for enhancing our liturgies with song and music.  The choir, the contemporary ensemble and all the instrumentalists certainly made a joyful sound for Jesus’ birthday.  I am grateful, too, for all of our Lectors, Servers, Eucharistic Ministers, Ushers and Greeters, and the members of our Liturgy Planning Team and the Worship Commission for helping to arrange and plan the liturgies.

  Finally, a sincere “thank you” to all of our parishioners and visitors for your contributions to our Christmas offering.  I am deeply grateful for your generosity.  Our parish’s ministry is blessed by your gifts.

JANUARY DAYS

The celebration of Christmas concludes Sunday January 13^th, with the Baptism of the Lord.  Ordinary Time then resumes until we begin Lent in February.  In the meantime, several observances occur this month, including the National Week of Prayer for Church Vocations – January 13-January 19; Martin Luther King Day on January 21 and the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision on abortion (Roe vs. Wade) on January 22.

WEEKDAY COMMUNION SERVICES FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 7

I will be out of town from January 7 thru January 11 to attend a workshop.  There will be a Communion Service each morning at 8:30 a.m. and Mass on Wednesday January 9 at 8:30 a.m. in the church celebrated by Fr. Chris Coleman.

VOCATION AWARENESS WEEK

From January 13-19, we celebrate Vocation Awareness Week.  A “vocation” is a calling and we all have one.  As God is the source of all lasting good, the vocation He is calling us to will be the one that will bring our lives the greatest joy and satisfaction possible.  During this week, we pray in a special way for those whom God is calling to the priesthood, religious life and diaconate.  We pray that they will have courage, humility, charity and obedience to hear and respond to God’s call.  Listen as well to God’s call in your own life and be willing to prayerfully discern what He wants for you.  If you have questions call the Vocation Director, Fr. Kyle Schnippel at 421-3131 or e-mail

vocations@catholiccincinnati.org

CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL

As part of the on-going information efforts of the Catholic Ministries Appeal, two local Ministry Reception Suppers have been scheduled in the Archdiocese to engage those interested in learning more about the regional ministries and services in their local region.  Each 90-minute Ministry Reception Supper will begin with Evening Prayer, followed by a half-hour presentation on the ministries of Catholic Social Services, and then conclude with a complimentary Supper.  Space is limited – so register soon!  Register on-line at www.catholicappeal.info

Tue. Jan 8 at 6:00 pm Immaculate Heart of Mary

Thurs. Jan 17 at 6:00 p.m. St. John the Baptist, Dry Ridge.

                -Fr. George Kunkel

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD     

The word “epiphany” comes from a Greek word meaning “the manifestation or making known of a god.”  The god in our “epiphany” is spelled with a capital “G” – the one, true God of creation.  The magi’s journey symbolizes a spiritual search for the true God.  When they find a God in the infant Jesus, they turn away from evil, represented by Herod, and chart a new course.  We turned our backs on evil and began a new journey when we were initiated into the life of the Church.  Like the magi, we follow a bright star – the light of Christ.

Prayer Moment:  God of All Creation, bless our spiritual search - as together we journey toward your Son Jesus.

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, March 9 at 1:15 p.m. in the Community Building Chapel.  You must call the parish office 791-9030, to register.

Reminder: Baptisms will not be scheduled during Lent.  The first Sunday of Lent is February 10, 2008.

IN MEMORIAM

Your prayers are requested for the souls of Lorrie Clarke whose Mass of Christian Burial was held December 24 and James McDermott whose Mass of Christian Burial was held December 29.

VOCATION VIEW

Many adults never grow up.  They continue to traipse across the earth looking for a shining star.  Tell them who lights up your life, O Christian.

Please keep in your prayers all the men and women who are currently in the military serving our country.

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, Joe Crachiolo, Bob Ford, James Grever, Mary Heinlen, John Hill, Ethel & John Hoover, Virginia Howd, Mary Langemeier, Bonnie McLaughlin, Les Meldon, Marilyn Naehring, Richard Nurre, Sue Sagrati, Mary Ellen Tressler, Phyllis Villari.

EUCHARISTIC SUNDAY III - The next Eucharistic Sunday will be held Sunday, January 13^th, during the 10:30 AM Mass.  Children preparing for First Eucharist will celebrate the theme, “We Listen.”  The Second Graders of the parish will reflect on listening to the word of God.  God’s presence with us is manifested in the gift of the Scriptures, God’s own word to us.  How do we as a parish listen attentively to the word of God and allow the Spirit of love to transform our hearts and our minds – our very lives?

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. 

PAPER RECYCLING

We wish to thank all of the SVF parishioners, staff, faculty and students who support the recycling program throughout the year by collecting their paper trash and taking it to the recycling bin.  Bring 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!

All persons over 55 are welcome to join us.

NEXT MONTHLY MEETING

Friday, January 25, 2008 – in cafeteria at

9:00 a.m.

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.)

SAVE YOUR POP TABS

Thanks to all who have been collecting Pop-Tabs for us. Our 6th Graders have now accumulated 120,000 on their drive to collect One Million Tabs. Please continue sending your tabs to Mrs. Frost and our Sixth Grade Class.

Adrian Durban Florist Fund Raiser Cards   

The SVF PTO will be selling Adrian Durban Gift Cards.  The Adrian Durban Cards are $10 and can be purchased anytime at the school office during school hours.  Durban cards provide you a dozen roses, bouquet of flowers, and cookies/chocolates for free as well as $5, $10, and $15 coupons. Contact Peg Halpin at 631-7301 or halpin1962@fuse.net for more information.

Magazine Drive

MANY THANKS to all the families who participated in the magazine drive.  Your participation has helped us earn $6,620 to support our school.  If you find you have a need for magazine subscriptions later in the year, go online to www.qsp.com to place your order using Account #:  425005521.  This will help save you money and continue to support our school.

SVF Athletic Association will be hosting a  Monte Carlo/Texas Holdem Social                    Saturday January 26th, in the Cafeteria 7PM SAVE THE DATE                                       Gather your friends for a fun evening           More info to follow!

FATHER- DAUGHTER MEN’S CLUB SQUARE DANCE

Mark your calendar for the annual Father- Daughter Men’s Club Square Dance on Friday, January 18^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Building.  See the insert in next weeks bulletin for more details.

SVF MOMS GROUP MEETING

Moms! Moms! Moms! We are looking for all moms of SVF Church to come join us for a relaxing dinner out. Please join us Wednesday January 9, 2008 from 6:30-8:30pm at Dewey's Pizza in Kenwood. We will be discussing 2008 activities, sharing our holiday pictures, socializing and enjoying yummy pizza. You can RSVP to Heather Leland (513) 985-0617 dhleland@fuse.net. If you can't make this meeting but are interested in meeting the SVF MOMS GROUP, we usually meet the first Wednesday of each month. Upcoming meeting dates include: Feb.6, March 5, April 9, May 7, and June 4, 2008. We hope to see you sometime in 2008. Happy New Year!

SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISER

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Pampered Chef Fundraiser in December! Twenty-five parishioners participated and generated $1300 in Pampered Chef tools that will be donated to the parish as gift baskets for the Mardi Gras and Summer Festival.

WELCOME RECEPTION      

Please join Pastoral Council, the SVF Bible Study groups and the SVF community in welcoming parishioners who have joined the parish this past year…

When: Sunday, January 6^th 2008 at the 10:30 a.m. Mass followed by fellowship & food in Hamilton Hall.  The SVF Bible Study groups will sponsor this event.

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.  Bingo questions call 324-3788.

BINGO VOLUNTEER WORKERS

You are responsible for finding your own substitute if you are unable to work on your assigned date.  There will be a list in the parish office in the Bingo mailbox listing names & numbers. 

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.

SVF PARISHIONERS WERE CHOSEN TO BE PART OF THE CAST FOR CINCINNATI BALLET THE NUTCRACKER

What a privilege for Caitlin Dunkley (Act I… a soldier) and Mark Dunkley (Act II… a guard) to participate in the Nutcracker at the Aronoff Center.  Congratulations to you!

DRESS FOR SUCCESS

Parishioner, Brenda Hauser, is asking for your help for “Dress for Success”.  This charity helps women dress for job interviews and enter the work force.  They are all referred, and prescreened before being given their clothing, handbags, jewelry, scarves, and shoes.  Clean out your closets/drawers!  Please bring to the Parish Office Monday 1/21/08 or Tuesday 1/22/08.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Third Thursday of the Month at St. Saviour Parish, 4136 Myrtle Avenue. Our next meeting is scheduled for January 17 at 7:00 p.m.  Anyone going through the grieving process is encouraged to attend.  There is no fee.  For more information call 791-9004.

RADIO ROSARY

7:15 a.m. – Daily                       WCNW (1560)

4:30 p.m. – Mon. thru Fri.           on AM Radio

4:30 p.m. – Sundays

EPIPHANY VESPERS & CAROL CONCERT

Will be held at Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary, 6616 Beechmont Avenue on Sunday, January 6 at 7:30 p.m.  The carol concert will feature carols for choir and harp from Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols and Ferko’s A Festival of Carols sung by The Athenaeum Chorale.  Admission is free.  All are welcome.