Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church
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Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church
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April 10, 2011
FATHER'S TWO CENTS WORTH
Well, I guess that many are getting their homes cleaned up for Easter—Spring Cleaning they used to call it. We used to have a day set aside for that here in the parish when a huge group of persons would come in, and do a complete cleaning of the church—the woodwork, the Altars, pews, floors—it was an all day job. And then as fewer and fewer cleaners came, and the job was still as extensive, it has passed by for the most part. However, we do have spring cleaning of our souls—Reconciliation, Penance Services and Confessions beginning this week. I am helping out at St. Libory on Monday at 7 P.M. for their communal Penance Service. Holy Childhood Penance Service will be on Tuesday at 7 P.M., St. Nicholas in O’Fallon on Wednesday, and St. Clare on Thursday at 7 P.M. The last three parishes will have at least six confessors and eight in O’Fallon. So everyone will have an opportunity somewhere. We will also hear confessions next Saturday from 3 to 5 P.M. Cathedral will have confessions on next Sunday from one to 5 P.M., Fr. Voss and I having 4-5 P.M.
Next Sunday begins Holy Week with the blessing of Palms and Procession at the 10:30 mass. Palms will also be blessed at the other masses. Holy Week schedule will be in next week-ends bulletin.
You have to be proud! My job as pastor is to check the bank reports for all of the organizations, by diocesan rules. Last week, I noticed on the CYO report that they forwarded $2000 to the Catholic Urban Program. This was money they raised at Christmas when they went caroling and from the “Souper Bowl” collection that they took up on Super Bowl Sunday. You have to admire their dedication, and also the care and dedication of the Adult Leaders who motivate and support these youth in their good works. Granted, not all of the youth participated! But for those who did and carry on the good reputation, and make things happen, we hope that your good works will inspire others to be more dedicated, and involved. God bless all of you!
Many thanks to all who have supported the Catholic Services and Mission Appeal so far. On the dollar side, we have reached our goal. But on the number of participants, we are still short about fifty participants from last year’s number. Our ultimate purpose of the CSMA is to carry out Christ’s mandate to “love God above all things, and to love our neighbor as ourselves.” We want to keep our Catholic Church present and caring in the many parts of our diocese that we serve. As someone said, if we talk the talk, we must also walk the walk. Please help us to spread the faith and to show God’s love to those less fortunate than ourselves. Support the Catholic Services and Mission Appeal.
Our Eighth Grade class takes its annual “Skip Trip” to Chicago this coming Thursday and Friday. Slip in a few extra prayers for the kids and their chaperones that all will go well for them, that they have a good time, and that they return home safe and sound.
Again, thanks to all who have been attending the Lenten mass and Stations! Wednesday morning, before I started mass in the morning, I counted about 40 persons in church. And then there were those who came in the evening. And Friday’s attendance has been admirable. Thanks for making Lent a blessing to you.
LENTEN SCHEDULE: (through April 24th) Stations of the Cross: Every Friday at 5:30 pm (through April 15th) April 12th: Penance Service at 7:00 pm April 17th: Palm Sunday April 21st: Holy Thursday Mass at 7:30 pm April 22nd Good Friday Mass at 7:30 pm April 23rd Easter Vigil Mass at 8:00 pm April 24th Easter Mass at 8:00 am & 10:30 am
LENTEN REGULATIONS
Each year the Lord Jesus calls the entire Church to a special season of penance and renewal. As we begin this holy time of Lent, we should reflect on our need for conversion of heart, prayer, charitable works and Penance.
1. All Catholics who are 14 years of age and older are to observe the penitential practice of abstinence which consists of refraining from the consumption of meat. Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and the Fridays during Lent are days of abstinence. 2. In addition to abstinence, fasting is to be observed by all Catholics between the ages of 18-59 years (inclusive). Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fasting. 3. On days of fasting and abstinence, one full meal is allowed. Two smaller meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed. 4. If a person is unable to observe the above regulation due to ill health or other serious reasons, they are urged to practice other forms of self-denial that are suitable to their condition. 5. Because Lent is a special season for all Christians, we should not lightly excuse ourselves from these penitential practices. 6. To completely disregard the law of fasting and abstinence is seriously sinful. 7. Pastors and parents are encouraged to see that children who are not bound by the obligation to fast and abstain are led to appreciate an authentic sense of penance.
Stations of the Cross HCCCW will host Friday at 5:30 pm, April 15th.
YOU ARE INVITED…….to a celebration of life! The Holy Childhood CYO invites you to a baby shower they are hosting for a special child of God----one who was spared from abortion because of their pro-life ministry at Granite City. Through your prayers, their actions and the intervention of Angela & Daniel Michael of Small Victories, a bouncing baby girl will be welcomed into the world in a couple of weeks but her Mom needs your help. Please join us on Sunday, April 10th at 2:00 pm in the Parish Center or drop off your gift after 1 PM. If you are unable to attend but would like to help, please call Mary Kellerman @ 567-6213.
THE MASCOUTAH CONCERNED CHRISTIANS FOOD PANTRY needs the following items this month: instant mashed potatoes, pancake mix (complete), jelly, applesauce, graham crackers, sugar. Thank you for supporting the food pantry.
HOLY CHILDHOOD PENANCE SERVICE is Tuesday, April 12th at 7:00 PM.
Gift Cards for Easter Purchase gift cards for Easter basket gifts: Build-A-Bear ($25), iTunes ($15/$25), GameStop ($25), Toys R Us ($20), Best Buy ($25), Barnes & Noble ($10/$25). Gift cards can also be used when making your own holiday purchases: Tom’s ($25), Target ($25/$100), Shop N Save ($25/$100). Thank you for supporting HCS.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! April 18th... Pizza Hut night for the Technology Committee for the school and parish. Please look in the bulletin next week for your flier to take with you. Technology for the school and parish gets 20% of total sales submitted with flier.
EASTER FLOWER MEMORIALS: For $10.00, you can list 1 or 2 individual names or 1 or 2 family names. The money is used for the purchasing of the Easter Flowers and any other items needed for the altar. You may use the Easter Flower envelope or use a white envelope and address it to HCCCW. Please list who the memorial is for and the donor's name on the envelope. Make checks payable to HCCCW. Donations by April 18, to insure your loved one’s names are included on the list displayed at all entrances in the church. For more information, contact Pat Bowker, 566-7089.
MOTHER’S DAY ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT-BREAKFAST sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. May 8th in the Holy Childhood School cafeteria. Sausage, ham, eggs, biscuits & gravy, pancakes, fruit, milk and coffee. Adults $7, Children 5-12 $3 and under 4 are free. Proceeds benefit the Holy Childhood Cemetery.
Parish School of Religion Director: Marilyn Byrne
Apr. 24th Easter Sunday -- NO PSR Apr. 29th 1st Communion Practice 3:15-5 PM in church. May 1st First Communion 2 PM May 1st PSR Spring Registration
PSR Director : Marilyn Byrne 566-2958
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"We need to go to the Lord first, continually and last. When we are sad, He is our consolation. When we have no joy, He brings us hope. When we are weak, He is our strength. When we are frightened, He is our courage. He heals us when we need to be healed, and fills us with all that we need, when we go to Him. He will not impose His will upon us. We decide, ourselves, whether or not to be open to the Lord and to all the incredible gifts He gives. "
Visit Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration every Tuesday following the 8 AM Mass until 7 PM, and on Saturdays from 9-10 AM. If you would like to commit to a specific hour to pray on Tuesdays, please call Mary Ellen Mueller at 566-9529.
MASS INTENTIONS
TUESDAY, April 12 8:00 AM Dr. Emily Smith Jim Rakers
WEDNESDAY, April 13 8:00 AM In Memory of Marie Hommel
THURSDAY, April 14 8:00 AM In Memory of Margarite Jung
FRIDAY, April 15 8:00 AM Special Intention for Madelyn Wessel
SATURDAY, April 16 5:30 PM Otto & Mary Zinck Family Art Friederich, Sr.
SUNDAY, April 17 8:00 AM People of the Parish
10:30 AM Henry Bechtoldt Family
If you would like to have a Mass said for someone, please call the rectory at 566-2958 or email hcc@holychildhoodchurch.com
April 3, 2011
WEEKLY CALENDAR
MONDAY, April 11No Mass 9:30 AM HCS Confessions 1:00 PM SCC -- PC 2:30 PM St. Vincent de Paul -- PC
Tuesday, April 12 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM Adoration→7 pm 9:00 AM Quilting 6:00 PM Quilting 7:00 PM Penance Service
WEDNESDAY, April 138:00 AM Mass 7:30 PM Choir Practice
THURSDAY, April 14 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM Quilting 7:30 AM K of C Meeting -- PC
FRIDAY, April 15 8:00 AM Mass5 :30 AM Stations of the Cross
SATURDAY, April 16 7:30 AM Men's Ministry Meeting -- PC 9:00 AM Adoration 3:00-5:00 PM Confessions 5:30 PM Mass
SUNDAY, April 17 -- Palm Sunday8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM PSR 10:30 AM Mass If you know of anyone who is unable to attend mass and would like to have communion brought to them, please call the rectory. 566-2958.
HOLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL
WEB SITE:
holychildhoodschool.com
Calendar Next Week – April 11 Reconciliation Grades 2-8 at 9:30 a.m. 12 Strategic Planning Meeting 6:00 p.m. 13 Mid-term 1 4-15 Chicago Field Trip – Grade 8
May Events
Room and Staff Changes 2011-2012
It is exciting news that we are adding a second 4 year old classroom. That means some changes in classroom assignments. There will also be some changes in staffing and some openings.
¨ The new 4 yr old program will be moving into the present 1st grade classroom. ¨ The 1st grade will be moving to the second floor into the present 2nd grade classroom. ¨ The classroom used by Mrs. Olson will become the 2nd grade classroom. ¨ The meeting room on the second floor will be the PE teacher’s classroom. ¨ The art room will be a combination computer/art/meeting room.
Staffing: ¨ Mrs. Karcher has indicated she will not be returning as the 3 year old teacher for the coming school year. We have an opening. ¨ Mrs. Chaffin has indicated she will not be returning to the after school program. We have an opening. ¨ Mrs. Olson will become the 2nd grade teacher. ¨ Mrs. Wilhelm will be teaching PE and 5th grade English. ¨ We will have openings for preschool aides.
If you are interested in any of the openings, please contact the school office for further information and application forms.
April 20: Watch Passion of the Christ in the youth room after Good Friday Services
Leaders- Kathy - 588-4018; Debbie - 566-4196; Ron - 566-7109; Ken - 566-8022
UPCOMING LENTEN Penance Services: Sunday, April 10th † St. Teresa † 2:00 pm Sunday, April 10th † St. Henry † 3:00 pm Tuesday, April 12th † Holy Childhood † 7:00 pm Wednesday, April 13th † St. Nicholas † 7:00 pm Thursday, April 14th † St. Clare † 7:00 pm Sunday, April 17th † Cathedral of St. Peter † 12 Noon - 5:00 pm
SOUP, BREAD, & BIBLE STUDY The Gospel recounts the betrayal, Passion, and death of Jesus. Join us in the Cathedral Undercroft on Thursday, April 14 at 7:00pm at as we encounter Christ in the Scriptures; soup and bread will be served beginning at 6:00PM. Please bring your Bible.
Mater Dei Fathers and Friends is hosting a Drive One 4 UR School event. For every person who test drives a Ford vehicle at Mater Dei on April 16, Breese Motor Sales and Ford Motor Company will donate $20 to the Mater Dei Fathers and Friends. The Drive One 4 UR School event will be held on Saturday, April 16, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Mater Dei.
QUILT BINGO ST. AUGUSTINE, BREESE Sunday, April 17th. Bingo starts at 2 PM. Fried Chicken lunch 11 AM to 1 PM.
CHICKEN DINNER ST. FELICITAS CHURCH Beaver Prairie 1332 Church Rd, Carlyle. (Look for signs on New Rt. 50 west of Carlyle and on Rt. 127, 6 miles north of Carlyle) April 17th, 11 AM to 5:00 PM. Cafeteria style. Carry outs available.
ST. ANTHONY’S BUNKO & DESSERT PARTY 1:00 PM, Monday, April 18th at St. Anthony Parish Center in Beckemeyer. $5 per person. Includes drinks and dessert.
A DRAMATIC, PRAYERFUL PRESENTATION OF Pope John Paul II’s Scriptural “Way of the Cross” is Tuesday, April 19th at 7:30 PM at the Church of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, IL. For more information: snows.org/holyweek or 618-397-6700.
MASCOUTAH COMMUNITY STATIONS OF THE CROSS Good Friday, April 22 at 12 Noon. Starts at St. Johns. Sponsored by the Ministerial Association.
GOOD FRIDAY FISH DINNER Friday, April 22, 2011 from 4-7 PM. St. George Hodapp Hall, 318 East Maple, New Baden. $7.50 for adults, $3.25 for ages 6-12, 5 and under are free.
Catholic Social Services Metro East Region will be hosting their Annual Christian Service Award Banquet at Albert’s Banquet Center, 1200 Centerville Ave in Belleville on Friday April 29. The evening begins at 6:00 pm with the cost being $45 per person or $320 for a table of eight. The recipients of the award are Charles Kramer, Emily Tally, and the McGlynn sisters, Maura, Mary Claire, Margaret, Madelyn and Kathleen. Everyone is invited. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Nancy at 618-394-5900 x 286.
SPRING FLING PARISH SOCIAL St. James Parish, Millstadt, IL, Sunday, May 1st. BBQ dinner 11 AM to 6 PM. Pork steaks, brats & hamburgers. Adult & children’s games. Cow Patty Bingo 4-5 PM.
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