Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church
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Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church
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April 24, 2011
FATHER'S TWO CENTS WORTH
Happy Easter, Everyone! A Blessed Easter, Everyone! Lent is over, technically speaking! But the fruits of Lent, and the growth of our spirit that we experienced during Lent, should continue over the rest of our lives and continue to grow each day. As we have often said, Lent is not merely penance to make up for past sins -- we can't really do that! Lent is a time to grow in our relationship with God, so that together, with God's help, we can grow in being the human being that God wants us to be -- his image and likeness! So, if we go back to eating chocolate, ice cream, cake, sweets, whatever -- that is OK, providing we keep close to God in our spiritual works and prayers. During Lent, we tried to die with Christ, in order that we could rise with Him. Hopefully, we can all rejoice in knowing our God better, our dependence on Him and His desire to help us, and that we find new happiness in sharing and loving our neighbor as we love ourselves. Then God is in us!
Next week, we will have First Communion at 2:00 pm for our second grade students. Please pray for these little ones, that they will have all of the help they need to know their God in the Eucharist, and that they can receive the Eucharist as often as possible. Pray for the parents, that they will be good examples of faith and lead their children to God through Mass and the Eucharist. They depend on us for example and help!
May is a busy month. In fact, the rest of this month and May are busy. Like I said above, next Sunday is First Communion. The following Sunday is Mother's Day. It will also be our day to recognize and honor our high school graduates at the 10:30 mass. The following Sunday is Holy Childhood School graduation. In between these Sundays, May 12, the Bishop will be here to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation. And for myself, I see a window to get away and see my brother in Iowa the week of May 2nd to 6th --- between First Communion and Mother's Day. I hope it works out that way, anyways.
As we enter into the warmer months, and the summer time, I believe that it is proper to remind all persons that church is the house of our God, and that our attire (clothing) should reflect our respect for God and His church. What might be OK for play, or for the park, or camping, or what we might wear casually, oftentimes are not proper for church. Coming to church is coming to meet our God, who is our life and our salvation. It is a place that calls us to have proper respect for our God in how we act, and what we wear. Meeting our God in church is not the same as meeting our friends or anyone anywhere else. Please dress properly!
BULLETIN CHANGE We will no longer print the volunteer schedule in the bulletin on a weekly basis. Please keep your monthly schedule. The schedule is also available on our website.
CHURCH CLEANING April 30th @ 10:09 AM. Bring your vacuum, mop and rags. We will be vacuuming the nooks & crannies in the pews, as well as mopping and polishing the floors. Pizza and drinks provided.
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: $7.00, Children 5-12: $3.00, and under 4 are free.
CYO YOUTH GROUP PLANT SALE April 30 & May 1, after Masses. Peppers, Tomatoes, Hanging Baskets, and more! Proceeds benefit Holy Childhood Youth Group.
Boy Scout Troop 57 will be holding their Annual Yard Sale on Saturday, May 14, 2011 on the parking lot of Holy Childhood Church. Mark your calendars and come look for a great deal! If you have some old things in good condition that you would like to donate, you can bring them to our weekly meeting on Mondays at 7:00pm in the HCS Cafeteria or you can call Bill Huff at 566-4357 to arrange for a pickup of your items. Thank you for your support!
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 26 8:00 AM James Rakers Kaitlin Whittom
WEDNESDAY, April 27 8:00 AM Leonard Hartlein Joseph Sturman Todd Whittom
THURSDAY, April 28 8:00 AM In Memory of Lorita Middendorff
FRIDAY, April 29 8:00 AM Raymond & Amelia Haas Mildred & Florentine Haas
SATURDAY, April 30 5:30 PM Lauren Reeb Ruth Young
SUNDAY, May 1 8:00 AM People of the Parish
10:30 AM Arthur & Loretta Haas
If you would like to have a Mass said for someone, please call the rectory at 566-2958 or email hcc@holychildhoodchurch.com
April 17, 2011
WEEKLY CALENDAR
MONDAY, April 25 No Mass Office Closed No School 1:00 PM SCC -- PC
Tuesday, April 26 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM Adoration→7 pm 9:00 AM Quilting 6:00 PM Quilting 7:00 PM Pastoral Council
WEDNESDAY, April 2 78:00 AM Mass 7:30 PM Choir Practice
THURSDAY, April 28 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM Quilting 7:00 PM School Board
FRIDAY, April 29 8:00 AM Mass 3:15 PM First CommunionPractice -- Church
SATURDAY, April 30 9:00 AM Adoration 4:30 PM Confessions 5:30 PM Mass Gift Bearers: John & Mary Wright
SUNDAY, May 1 -- Divine Mercy Sunday Welcome Sunday -- Refreshments in Parish Center after morning masses 8:00 AM Mass Gift Bearers: Terry & Marsha Giles 10:30 AM Mass Gift Bearers: Lloyd & Theresa Cauley 12:00 Noon Closing of Divine Mercy Novena 2:00 PM First Communion
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
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.
Leaders- Kathy - 588-4018; Debbie - 566-4196; Ron - 566-7109; Ken - 566-8022
A part-time bookkeeper position is open at St. Agatha Parish, New Athens, IL. The applicant should have at least two years of business accounting experience with experience of QuickBooks financial accounting system and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program. Applicants can send their resume to: St. Agatha Parish 205 S. Market New Athens, IL 62264 ATTN: Bookkeeper Application
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.
Attention all youth! Come see contemporary Christian musician Michael James Mette lead us in praise on May 15 at a 1 pm Mass and perform a one hour concert following the Mass at St. Damian’s, Damiansville, IL . Fr. Nick Junker and Fr. Steven Beatty will concelebrate Mass. Cost is free; a collection will be taken at Mass. Light refreshments will be served. Those young at heart are also welcome!
First Annual St. Teresa Parish Outreach Breakfast Sunday, May 22, 2011 8:00 - 11:00 am St. Teresa School Cafeteria Serving: Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Fruit, Coffee & Orange Juice. Suggested Donation: Adult $7.50, Child (6-12) $3.50, 5 & Under FREE. Please join us at this fundraiser as we lend a helping hand to our own families in need. Funds will be used to provide financial assistance to St. Teresa Parish families who are going through difficult times.
FIFTH ANNUAL MASS OF APPRECIATION for couples celebrating their Twenty-Fifth, Fortieth, Fiftieth, Sixtieth and Seventieth Wedding Anniversaries is on Sunday, June 12th at 1:00 pm in the Cathedral of St. Peter. The Most Reverend Edward K. Braxton, Bishop of Belleville will celebrate Mass. A reception serving light refreshments will immediately follow in the Undercroft of the Cathedral.
Next TEC Weekend is scheduled for July 9-11 at Sacred Heart in Du Quoin, IL. TEC is for Juniors and Seniors in high school. College students and adults are welcome too. Sign up by April 30 and receive $20 off ($50 value). Applications must be postmarked by April 30 along with a $10 deposit. For an application, visit www.bellevilletec.catholicweb.com.
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