Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church
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Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church
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January 22, 2012
FATHER'S TWO CENTS WORTH
I am writing this article on Saturday evening before I leave for Iowa. Otherwise, I will not be back home in time to get the article in this week’s bulletin. So I am looking far ahead as I write this. Bear with me!
Many thanks to all who attended the Memorial Mass in honor of Sr. Frances last Saturday. I would estimate that there were about two hundred persons in attendance. It was a very beautiful and fitting tribute to her, her love of God, and her service to the church and Holy Childhood School. I wish to thank Ronda Beck and her helpers who planned the liturgy, and made it happen. Thanks also to the Ensemble for the music, Fr. Flannery for the homily (which he also delivered at the funeral), and Fr. Von Deeke for concelebrating the mass. Many thanks also to the many parishioners who brought in food for the Pot-Luck dinner which followed. It gave the parishioners, former students, and the many acquaintances that Sister had made through TEC and youth programs, the opportunity to say farewell in a very prayerful way.
Say a prayer for Fr. Abraham and his family. From the news reports, his country of Nigeria is in great turmoil in various places. He called and said that he and his mother are safe at the present time. However, with the volatility in other parts of Nigeria, and unrest over the government’s actions, anything could happen. So remember him and his family, and the church as well, in your prayers.
January is speeding by quickly. I hate taking down my Christmas trees in the house, since I enjoy their beauty and bright lights, which symbolize Christ and His love for us. However, even if I keep my trees up until the end of the month, the month is still speeding by. The week of January 29th begins Catholic Schools Week, when we take a good look at the blessings of a Catholic School Education. It is an investment into the future faith and success of children, and made at great sacrifice to many. However, as we work for and want the best for our children, please do not short change their Catholicity.
On Tuesday, January 31st, the Second Grade class will receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation for their first time. I ask the parish to pray for these students, and for their families, that this event will be a very powerful sign of God’s love for his people, and a call for us to come to Him, trust Him, and realize our need for God’s forgiveness.
We are in the process of getting plans drawn up to improve the front entrance to our church. Many people have fallen down on the steps, when they could not get to a railing to protect themselves. The new plans call for a “platform” to extend out in front of the church for about eight feet, to be as wide as the steeple, and then have the steps down to the base level. It will have four sets of railings for safety. The extension of the platform will give a person the opportunity to get to a railing if needed, and will allow all to get a greater sense of presence when they come out the front door. I have received several gifts toward this project. However, I will need to ask for support from the parishioners. This project will remedy the appearance that resulted from the concrete railings failure.
The 5th annual Catholic men's conference is being held Feb 4, 2012. Registration for this event is now open. This one day event features great speakers, great music and a great time. If you would like to attend please go to the website and register or mail in the registration form. The cost is $45 for the day and includes lunch if you register by Jan 19th. If you cannot register online please submit your check for $45 to the rectory before the 19th and your registration will be taken care of. If you would like to carpool to the event please email or contact the rectory. http://www.catholicmenforchrist.org.
HCS FISH FRY: The Holy Childhood Athletic Program is having a fish fry on Friday, January 27, 2012, from 4 - 7 PM in the school cafeteria. The menu will include cod sandwiches and plates, French fries, potato salad, coleslaw, hot dogs, desserts and drinks. Also, the annual Munchkin Night Basketball games (K-4th grade) will be taking place in the school gym that evening.
MESSENGER RENEWAL WEEKEND: Where can you find out what is happening in the Diocese of Belleville, a neighboring parish or one across the state? Where can you find stories of faith from many areas of the diocese, across the nation or around the world? The Messenger, your local diocesan newspaper, brings news of events important in your parish, your diocese and the universal church. Please stay “connected” through a subscription to The Messenger. Annual subscriptions are $25.00 (less than one month of cable TV), and envelopes are provided in your parish envelope packet.
THE ENSEMBLE is pleased to announce the release of our first CD, “With One Voice.” The CD’s are $10 each for Holy Childhood Parishioners. For purchasing information, please contact Rick Turcotte at 566-4968, or any Ensemble member. The CD’s will be available for purchase after all masses during the weekend of January 28 - 29 and February 4 - 5. We thank you for your continued support.
GIFT CARDS: Thank you for your support during the Christmas season! Did you know that Kohl’s ($25 & $100) gift cards purchased through HCS can be used to make payments on your charge account at any store register?
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: In the second reading today St. Paul tells us that we are a temple of the Holy Spirit! Do your lives and marriage relationship reflect this truth? Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and receive the tools needed to let God be glorified in your marriage. Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in this area on March 23rd to 25th. Early registration is highly recommended. To register, please call 888-889-9963 or go online to www.aweekendofdiscovery.org.
CATHOLIC BOOK FAIR: HCS is having a book fair on January 28th and 29th in the parish center after mass. The book fair will continue in the main hallway of school on January 30th thru February 3rd from 8 AM – 3 PM.
Parish School of Religion Director: Marilyn Byrne
PSR Director : Marilyn Byrne 566-2958
January 31 First Reconciliation - 6 PM
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.
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET WILL BE SAID AT 3:15 ON TUESDAYS
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, January 24 8:00 AM Special Intention for Mr. & Mrs. Ed Hartlein Henry Bechtoldt
WEDNESDAY, January 25 8:00 AM Joseph H. Bechtoldt
THURSDAY, January 26 8:00 AM Rev. Gore
FRIDAY, January 27 8:00 AM Joseph Sturman
SATURDAY, January 28 5:30 PM People of the Parish
SUNDAY, January 29 8:00 AM Werner “Bud” Friederich 10:30 AM Don & Phyllis Jung Special Intention for Norrenberns Family *There are many available weekday openings in February & march for mass intentions.
If you would like to have a Mass said for someone, please call the rectory at 566-2958 or email hcc@holychildhoodchurch.com
Lectors
1/28 5:30 PM Joe
Dressler 10:30 AM Wayne Wilhelm
Commentators 1/28 5:30 PM Cheryl Dressler 1/29 8:00 AM Colleen Hopp 10:30 AM Amanda Elmore
Music Ministry 1/28 5:30 PM Mary Kay Pritchett 1/29 8:00 AM Ensemble 10:30 AM Dr. Gibson
GREETERS 1/28 5:30 PM Dolores Gordon 1/29 8:00 AM Cheryl Rasch & Boys 10:30 AM John Wright Family
Altar Servers 1/28 5:30 PM Olivia Wilhelm & Amber Elbe 1/29 8:00 AM Gabriel & Josh Hulliung 10:30 AM Jayden Stewart & Samuel Moll
Traveling Chalice 1/29 - 2/10 Tom & Judy Schneider
Breaking Open The Word 1/29 Denise Hulliung & Rachel Recuero
Meals-On-Wheels 1/25 Theresa & Jerry Cohen Vince & Marie Wilhelm
GIFT BEARERS 1/28 5:30 Mary Ann Haas 1/29 8:00 Bruce and Cathy Jung Family 1/29 10:30 Jaime and Kim Recuero Family
Eucharistic Ministers 1/28 5:30 PM Harvey & Marlene Groennert, Mike Klein, Joe Flannery 1/29 8:00 AM Jerry & Sally Mueller, Bob Flanagan, Pat Steinberg, Cathy Jung, Tom O’Leary 10:30 AM (H) John Pettinger, (C) Mary Meng, (W) Theresa Cauley, Linda Cusick, Dianne Hobbs, Mary Elmore
Nursing Home Ministry 1/24 - Grange Betty Schoeberle 1/25 - Silver Creek Marilyn Hund 1/25 - Marka Bob Flanagan
January 15, 2012
Weekly Calendar
Monday, January 23 No Mass
Tuesday, January 24 8:00 AM Mass→ Adoration→7PM 9:00 AM Quilting 6:00 PM Quilting 7:00 PM Pastoral Council
Wednesday, January 25 8:00 AM Mass 6:30 PM RCIA-pc 7:30 PM Choir Practice
THURSDAY, January 26 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM Quilting
FRIDAY, January 27 8:00 AM Mass
SATURDAY, January 28 9:00 AM Adoration 4:30 PM Confessions 5:30 PM Mass
SUNDAY, January 29 8:00 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 Pre-K thru 8th grade
WEB SITE:
holychildhoodschool.com
Email: hcs@holychildhoodschool.com
Principal: Mr. Ron Karcher: 476-3505
Munchkin Night Fish Fry – The Holy Childhood Athletic Program is having a fish fry on Friday, January 27, 2012, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the school cafeteria in conjunction with Munchkin Night Basketball. The menu will include cod sandwiches and plates, French fries, potato salad, coleslaw, and hot dogs. The 7th grade will be selling baked goods and drinks to help fund their 8th grade trip. Calendar – Next Week- January: 23 - Pro-Life Prayer Service @ Church 2:30 everyone is invited 26 - School Board 7pm 27 - Munchkin Basketball 6 PM / Dinner available in the cafeteria 4 PM / Everyone is welcome!
Leaders- Kathy - 588-4018; Debbie - 566-4196; Ron - 566-7109; Ken - 566-8022
February 1 Luke:18 meeting 7 - 9 PM See CYO page on this website and click calendar for a schedule of meetings and activities.
MASCOUTAH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE is holding a Trivia Night on January 28, 2012 at 7 PM at the Sportsman’s Club. For more information, please contact Clay Mason at president@mascoutahlittleindians.org. Thank You.
Experience a night of adoration, praise, worship, music, reflection, and testimonies for strength and healing. Join us for the next Surrender Night - Wednesday, February 15th from 7 - 8:30 PM (3rd Wednesday of every month) at Holy Childhood Church “Surrender” is open to everyone, all ages, to come and partake in Christ’s love in a unique way. “Conversion is a complete surrender to Jesus”-Billy Sunday.
HELP FOR TROUBLED MARRIAGES! The St. Louis Retrouvaille Program starts with a weekend February 10-12, 2012, (Friday night thru Sunday) and has 6 follow-up sessions. If you are facing financial difficulties, we can work with you. For confidential information about Retrouvaille, call toll free 1-800-470-2230, or visit www.retrouvaille.org.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: The Responsorial Psalm today says, “Teach me your ways, O Lord!” The Lord wants us to call upon Him daily so that He can guide us and teach us. Do we allow the Lord to teach us His ways so that we can love and honor our spouse more each day? Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and receive the necessary tools to allow God to take the lead in your marriage. Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in this area on March 23rd to 25th. Early registration is highly recommended. To register or for more information call 888-889-9963.
MAKE A RESOLUTION to listen to AM 1080 WRYT Catholic Radio in the New Year. Tune in to daily Holy Mass, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and the Rosary. Participate in live call-in shows on the faith, such as Catholic Answers Live, Open Line, Reasons for Faith, and more. For a program schedule and a free CD call (314) 752-7000 or toll free at (877) 305-1234.
SPAGHETTI DINNER: Cathedral Grade School’s Girl Scout Troop 525 is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 4-8 pm in the CGS Crusader Café, 200 South Second St. in downtown Belleville. Cost: Adults $6, Kids (5-12) $4, Kids (under 5) are Free! All you can eat dinner includes spaghetti with your choice of sauce (Bolognese or Marinara), Salad Bar, Garlic Bread, and your choice of water, iced tea or coffee. Desserts will be available for an additional charge. Carry outs will also be available.
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