St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018

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St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018 WELCOME! If you are new to St. Stephen Protomartyr parish or just visiting, Welcome!

1 St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018 WELCOME! If you are new to St. Stephen Protomartyr parish or just visiting, Welcome!! Visitors please sign the Guest Book found near the main entrance to the Church. If you would like to register in the parish, please call or the parish office. Welcome to the neighborhood and parish community!! PARISH 3949 Wilmington Avenue St. Louis, MO fax Chapel of Sts. Mary and Joseph 6304 Minnesota St. Louis, MO SCHOOL 3929 Wilmington Avenue St. Louis, MO fax Father Ron Hopmeir, Pastor Mrs. Mary Regan, Pastoral Associate Mrs. June Tessin, Office Manager / Bookkeeper, junetessinssp@gmail.com Mrs. Michel Wendell, Principal michelwendellssp@gmail.com Mrs. Mary Paule, Child Safety Coordinator, Secretary, marypaulessp@gmail.com

STEWARDSHIP: SHARING TIME, TALENT, TREASURE and PRAYER So out of the ground the Lord God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the air, and brought them to the man to see what he would

First, since the start, God has put the entire world into our care. Second, stewardship has been around since the beginning of mankind, it isn t something recently invented by the Church.

00 On-line Giving Contribution $ 1,441.00 Total weekly contribution $ 13,375.00 R & I $ 0.00 Tuition Assistance $ 85.00 World Missions $ 25.00 Catholic University $ 10.00 Retired Religious $ 50.

2 STEWARDSHIP: SHARING TIME, TALENT, TREASURE and PRAYER So out of the ground the Lord God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the air, and brought them to the man to see what he would call them; and whatever the man called every living creature, that was its name. GENESIS 2:19 The creation story reminds us of two important points. First, since the start, God has put the entire world into our care. Second, stewardship has been around since the beginning of mankind, it isn t something recently invented by the Church. Just as past generations built our Church, it is now our responsibility to continue to nurture and develop these gifts for future generations. SUNDAY CONTRIBUTION September 30 Contribution $ 11, On-line Giving Contribution $ 1, Total weekly contribution $ 13, R & I $ 0.00 Tuition Assistance $ World Missions $ Catholic University $ Retired Religious $ SEPTEMBER MONTHLY STEWARDSHIP Lectors Saturday, October 13 4:00 PM - E. Kovac, C. Grindel Sunday, October 14 8:00 AM - S. Gaydos, L. Harbaugh 10:30 AM - G. Joly, E. Joly Servers Saturday, October 13 4:00 PM - Maureen M., Zach M. Sunday, October 14 8:00 AM - Connor H., Brian B. 10:30 AM - Abigail S., Aidan J. Weekend Break Even Target Actual Collection September 1 / 2 $8, $8, September 8 / 9 $8, $4, September 15 / 16 September 22 / 23 September 29 / 30 September Total Fiscal Year to Date Total $8, $5, $8, $5, $8, $13, $42, $37, $5, $119, $95, $23, THIS WEEK AT ST. STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR Monday October 8 Tuesday October 9 Wednesday October 10 Thursday October 11 Friday October 12 Saturday October 13 Sunday October 14 Liturgy of the Word 8 AM Quilters 9 AM - 2 PM No Mass 8 AM Holy Name Society 7:30 Prayer 8 Meeting 8 AM Liturgy of the Hours, Morning Prayers Board of Ed 7 PM No Mass 8 AM Athletic Association Fund Raiser at Stellar Hog All Day Liturgy of the Word 8 AM Mass 8 AM 4 PM Vigil Mass Mass 8 & 10:30 AM

October 7, 2018 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Parish Mission Statement Following the example of our patron St.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHILDREN S NURSERY We are currently looking for new volunteers to watch 1-4 year-olds during the 10:30 AM Mass on Sundays. St.

It's a place for parents to drop off their small children while they attend Mass for an hour.

The commitment is about 4-5 times a year. This is a special way to get to know and interact with the youngest members of our church family.

3 October 7, 2018 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Parish Mission Statement Following the example of our patron St. Stephen, we are called to be witnesses of God s love and to be a faith-filled, reconciling parish. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHILDREN S NURSERY We are currently looking for new volunteers to watch 1-4 year-olds during the 10:30 AM Mass on Sundays. St. Stephen s children s nursery is located in the rectory basement, which can be reached from the alley door at the west transept of the church. It's a place for parents to drop off their small children while they attend Mass for an hour. It is a fun time for these small children of our parish to meet and play together, and enjoy a light snack. High school students and adult volunteers are welcome! The commitment is about 4-5 times a year. This is a special way to get to know and interact with the youngest members of our church family. All volunteers over the age of 18 must attend the Protecting God s Children class. Contact Leigh Manalang at or maxandgabe@yahoo.com for more information or to volunteer your time in this ministry. BOY SCOUT TROOP 104 CAR WASH Date: October 27, 2018 Time: 10 AM - 2 PM Location: Parish Center Parking Lot Cost: Donation of your Choice With your contributions, Troop 104 will be Dog Sledding in Ely, Minnesota Please share this fundraiser with your family and friends in support of our scouts. LOOKING AHEAD October 11 - Athletic Association Fund Raiser October 15 and 17 - Series on The Mass begins October 20 - PTO Trivia Night October 26 - Trunk n treat October 27 - Fall Festival at SSMJ October 27 - Boy Scout Car Wash WELCOME TO OUR PARISH FAMILY Please extend a warm SSP welcome to the following people who registered in the parish during September: Delana Broeker and Salvatore Polizzi and Daniel and Erica Schulze and children Charley and DaniRose and John Grimaud Save the Date: Join us at PTO TRIVIA NIGHT SSP PTO TRIVIA NIGHT on Saturday, October 20 in the Parish Center. Enjoy ten rounds of competition along with silent auctions, raffles, and games between rounds. $25 per person at tables of 8 players. Beer, wine, soda, and snacks are included. Doors open at 6:00 PM and trivia starts at 7:00 PM. Contact Chad and Janet Wilcox at or sspptotrivia@gmail.com to reserve a table. ONE SWEET SALE This year, as a school fund raiser, the school children are selling World s Finest Chocolate candy bars instead of Entertainment Books! The PTO wants to raise $5000 for recess/playground equipment Sale Dates: Sept. 27 Oct. 16 Cost: $1 per candy bar Students will be selling candy at the entrances to the church after Sunday Masses.

St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish ANSWERING THE CALL TO STEPHEN MINISTRY For those who want to come along and support others, Stephen Ministry may be for you.

You will be helped and supported in your ministry by a team of Stephen Leaders who will help you grow as you help others.

4 St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish ANSWERING THE CALL TO STEPHEN MINISTRY For those who want to come along and support others, Stephen Ministry may be for you. Through 50 hours of training, you will receive practical, handson learning and resources to provide Christ-centered care to meet the emotional and spiritual needs of others. You will be helped and supported in your ministry by a team of Stephen Leaders who will help you grow as you help others. Informational meetings will provide further details about the training and time commitment and are now scheduled throughout our Parishes in the SGSM network: Thursday, October 25, 7:00 PM St. Stephen Parish Hall, 3929 Wilmington Sunday, November 4, 11:30 AM St. John the Baptist Parish Center, 4200 Delor St. Wednesday, November 7, 7:00 PM Immaculate Heart of Mary (school bldg.), 4092 Blow St. Or, for more information about the Stephen Ministry program call: Leigh Manalang Heather Sieve Barb Crockett Debbie Gartner Joan Fitzsimmons Barb Unger THIS WEEK S READINGS Monday: Gal 1:6-12 Ps 111:1-2, 7-10 Lk 10:25-37 Tuesday: Gal 1:13-24 Ps 139:1-3, Lk 10:38-42 Wednesday: Gal 2:1-2, 7-14 Ps 117:1-2 Lk 11:1-4 Thursday, St. Pope John XXIII: Gal 3:1-5 (Ps) Lk 1:69-75 Lk 11:5-13 Friday: Gal 3:7-14 Ps 111:1-6 Lk 11:15-26 Saturday: Gal 3:22-29 Ps 105:2-7 Lk 11:27-28 Twenty-EighthSunday in Ordinary Time: Wis 7:7-11 Ps 90:12-17 Heb 4:12-13 Mk 10: THE MASS BY BISHOP ROBERT BARRON The fall for our Adult Education we are presenting Bishop Robert Barron s series on The Mass. This six week video series is a walk through the Mass with Bishop Barron. This series will help us understand how to fully consciously, and actively participate in the source and summit of the Christian life - the Mass. For your convenience, we will offer two sessions each week that will cover the same topic: one daytime and one evening. Each session will last approximately one hour There is no charge for this series although we do ask that you register so that we know how many are coming. WHAT: The Mass by Bishop Robert Barron WHEN: Monday evenings at 7PM beginning October 15 and Wednesday mornings at 9AM. WHERE: Parish Hall To register please call the rectory ( ) or Mary Regan maryreganssp@gmail.com or drop a note in the collection basket. CHALLENGES OF ALZHEIMER S Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior Presented by the Alzheimer s Association Hosted by South Grand Senior Ministry An education program will be held on Thursday, October 18 th 6:30-8:00 PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary s Father Keaney parish center; 4092 Blow Street. This is a free program; however reservations are requested to prepare for seating and materials. Call Ann: Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer s disease.

October 7, 2018 CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Many of us and our children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren grew up with the stories of Winnie the Pooh and the characters of the mystical Hundred Acre

The charming film Christopher Robin imagines the next chapter.

5 October 7, 2018 CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Many of us and our children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren grew up with the stories of Winnie the Pooh and the characters of the mystical Hundred Acre Wood. In the books penned by A.A. Milne and illustrated by E.H. Shepherd, the Pooh Bear and the stuffed animals came alive in the imagination of their young friend, Christopher Robin. The charming film Christopher Robin imagines the next chapter. The film begins with Winnie, Tigger, Eeyore, Pilglet, the bossy Rabbit, the somewhat wise Owl, and the other animals having a final tea party for ten-year-old Christopher, who is going off to boarding school. They all realize that this is the end of their adventures together; young Christopher Robin is entering the adult world, a place Winnie and company will no longer have a place. Fast forward to adulthood. Christopher Robin has served in World War II, fallen in love and married Evelyn, and become the father of Madeline. He has a high-stress job heading up the efficiency department of a high-end luggage company. The company is in financial trouble and his boss is pressuring Christopher Robin to find a solution. Desperate to save the company and the jobs of his coworkers, Christopher Robin has lost a sense of connection to his wife, to his young daughter, and to life itself. For all his worry about taking care of his family at home and his friends at work, Christopher Robin is doing a poor job at both. In the midst of this tension, Christopher Robin meets up again with his old friends and their enchanted world. Pooh, the "bear of a very little brain but a very big heart," helps his old human friend regain his perspective. Winnie doesn't understand Christopher Robin's obsession with his leather satchel of important work papers. Winnie asks, "Is a briefcase more important than a balloon?" Christopher Robin tries to make Pooh appreciate that adults can't spend a day doing nothing, like he could as a child. "But 'doing nothing,'" Pooh counters, "often leads to the very best kind of something." As the story unfolds, Christopher Robin, with the help of his old friends, rediscovers the pleasure of imagination and play. The real "Heffalumps" and "Woozles" to fear, Christopher Robin learns, are selfishness, greed, ingratitude, and arrogance. No, Christopher Robin realizes, he cannot be a child again. But he - and we - can reconnect to the child that lives within every one of us and embrace again the simple values of love, friendship, generosity and kindness that Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time we easily lose on the road we travel as adults. Despite the demands of adulthood, there's always time for a "smackeral of wonder," as Winnie the Poor says. Jesus makes that same point in today's Gospel. "Child-like faith" is never discouraged, never becomes cynical or jaded, never ceases to be amazed and grateful for the many ways God reveals his presence in our lives. A child's faith is anything but "childish." It is this "childlike" quality of faith Jesus asks his followers to embrace: faith that does not separate words and actions, faith that is centered in loving God and others without condition or expectation. The power of such simple "child-like" faith is its ability to overcome every rationalization, fear, complication and agenda in order to mirror the selfless generosity of Christ Jesus. Only in embracing child-like kindness, compassion and forgiveness can we attain true greatness in the kingdom of God. From: Connections, October 2018 HELP KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE The school is looking for volunteers to direct the flow of traffic on our parking lots in the mornings and afternoons. The need is for mornings beginning at 7:30 to 8:00 AM. The afternoon begins at 3:00 to 3:30 PM. We would need 2 volunteers one for the upper lot and one for the lower lot. It could be a job that is shared. BASKETBALL REGISTRATION Registration is now open for the 2018/2019 season of Pee Wee basketball and CYC basketball. PLEASE NOTE: Pee Wee is K through 2nd grade and is a fee of $40. CYC is 3rd through 8th grade and is a fee of $50. Fees are due at the time of registration. Basketball is not offered for Pre-K classes. Registration will remain open through October 21st. ezrosters.com/stl-ssp/ If you have any questions, please Jason Joly (President) or Gretchen Simons (Treasurer) at sspathletics@gmail.com

MONTHLY GAME DAY All are Welcome! South Grand Senior Ministry is hosting our monthly game Day!

Possible games are Scrabble, Sequence, Dominoes, LCR (Left Center Right), Yahtzee, Phase 10, Tripoly and card games such as Pinochle, Canasta, Spades, Gulf and more.

Although results aren t conclusive, more and more scientists and physicians are supporting and recommending activities that will stimulate your mind. Come on your own or bring someone with you.

6 MONTHLY GAME DAY All are Welcome! South Grand Senior Ministry is hosting our monthly game Day! Thursday November 8 from 1:00 4:00 PM in the Immaculate Heart of Mary rectory meeting room; 4092 Blow Street. Possible games are Scrabble, Sequence, Dominoes, LCR (Left Center Right), Yahtzee, Phase 10, Tripoly and card games such as Pinochle, Canasta, Spades, Gulf and more. Light Refreshments will be provided. Mental activity such as socializing and playing games can help keep your mind sharp. Although results aren t conclusive, more and more scientists and physicians are supporting and recommending activities that will stimulate your mind. Come on your own or bring someone with you. All are welcome. Game Day will promote friendships and mind enrichment. Any questions; contact Debbie SVDP TRUCK St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store Truck at SSP on Saturday Nov. 10 & Sunday Nov. 11 PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE Please search your home & tell your neighbors, friends and family that we will be collecting used clothes, shoes, most household items (dishware, eating utensils, kitchen items, linens, blankets, small appliances, etc.), books (paperback and hardbound) and any working electronics (please NO tube type TV s or monitors). Please put these items in bags or boxes and take them to the large SVDP Thrift Store truck parked in the Livingston lot on Saturday, Nov. 10 (1:00 to 4:30 PM) or Sunday, Nov. 11 (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM). Someone will be there to take your donations and give you a receipt if you want one. These items will either be resold or recycled at the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store on Kingshighway (next to Burlington Coat Factory). We can take smaller furniture items, but if you have very large furniture items or large appliances, call the Thrift Store ( ) for pickup at a later date. Questions: Jim Prag (314) On Thursday, October 11, 2018, come and support the St. Stephen Protomartyr Athletic Association by having lunch, dinner or a drink at The Stellar Hog, 5623 Leona St, St. Louis, MO Mingle over a meal with friends and the families of SSP, while you are welcomed by hosts and hostesses from the SSP community between the hours of 5-9 PM. Following dinner, stay for Karaoke presented by SSP's own Will Borgmeyer between the hours of 9 PM - 12 AM. The Stellar Hog has graciously agreed to donate 15% of the ENTIRE day's proceeds to the SSP Athletic Association to help purchase new uniforms for the boys and girls athletic teams. For further details please contact Athletic Association Director Jason Joly (jolyjason@gmail.com) or Phil Cervantes (pacman68@charter.net).

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7 St. Stephen Protomartyr MASS INTENTIONS Monday, October 8 8:00 AM - Liturgy of the Word with Communion Tuesday, October 9 8:00 AM - No Mass Wednesday, October 10 8:00 AM - Liturgy of the Hours, Morning Prayer Thursday, October 11 8:00 AM - No Mass Friday, October 12 8:00 AM - Liturgy of the Word with Communion Saturday, October 13 8:00 AM - John & Cecelia Hopmeir Brenda & Tong Heger 4:00 PM - N. Edward Forti Sunday, October 14 8:00 AM - Our Parishioners 10:30 AM - Robert Bryant Ronald & Kathy Ulrich PLEASE PRAY for our sick and recovering Suzi Beck - Jerry Buchet - Fran Campbell - Ann Dosenbach - Thomas Lorenz - Lois McClellan Robert Morse - Steve Moylan - Marcella Mueth for our homebound Jeanette Holmer - Albertine Honious - Rose Schuster for those in nursing homes Ellie Kearns - Dolores Meisemann - Marcella Mueth - Shirley Weathers for family members serving in the military Derek Hirtz - Tristan Moylan - Ryan O Neil - Jack Renick - Brian Schoellhorn - Mitch Sollmann DEVOTIONS Tuesday - after 8 AM Mass: Perpetual Help Devotions Wednesday - 8:45 AM - 4:00 PM: Church is available for Eucharistic Adoration. Stop by the rectory for entry First Friday of the month Holy Hour and Benediction after the 8:00 AM Mass. Christmas Novena - December 17 - December 23 at 7 PM Parish Office Hours Monday through Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Closed Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays Bulletin Article Deadline Monday at 12:00 PM. prior to the weekend bulletin. Sacramental Celebrations Eucharist Saturday evening Vigil: 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM 10:30 AM (nursery available) Monday: Liturgy of the Word with Communion 8:00 AM Tuesday through Saturday: Mass 8:00 AM Holy Day: 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM Infant and Child Baptism Baptisms are celebrated at any weekend liturgy or on the last Sunday of the month following the 10:30 am. Eucharist. Parents are asked to call the parish office to arrange a Baptism. Adult Initiation / Reception into the Catholic Church Any adult who would like to know more about our Catholic faith, and/or who is interested in becoming a member of the Catholic Church, please call the parish office. Reconciliation Saturdays 3:00-3:30 PM Marriage Please contact one of the clergy at least six months prior to the planned date of marriage. Anointing of the Sick We have a communal celebration of this sacrament at the weekend liturgies in the fall and in the spring. If you would like to be anointed before entering the hospital or if you are homebound, please call the parish office. Parish School of Religion Parish School of Religion formal classes in our Catholic Faith Children: 4 yrs. through 8th grade and high school Located on the campus of St. John the Baptist Parish. Call the PSR Director at Church Nursery Located in the rectory basement during 10:30 AM Mass. Enter by way of the alley. Staffed by parents. Children s Liturgy of the Word Children ages 4 through second grade are invited to participate and hear the scriptures in a way meaningful to their age. Held the first Sunday in September through Mother s Day excluding holidays.

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St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish. Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. August 19, 2018 WELCOME!

St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time August 19, 2018 WELCOME! If you are new to St. Stephen Protomartyr parish or just visiting, Welcome!! Visitors please sign the Guest Book