Our Lady of the Valley Parish

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1 Our Lady of the Valley Parish 27 Erie Avenue Hornell, NY Phone: Fax: Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Closed Fri. ourladyofthevalley@dor.org Week of December 2, 2018 PARISH MISSION STATEMENT PASTORAL Our Lady of the Valley Parish is a community of believing Catholics empowered by the Holy Spirit to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, expressed in prayer, realized in liturgy, and serviced by action. We are made in the image of God to promote charity, justice, peace and a deep faith to all, especially those most in need of God s Mercy. STAFF REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAY MASSES Mon.,Tues.. 12:10 pm Thur. & Fri. NO Mass Wed. WEEKEND MASSES Saturday 4:30 pm Sunday 7:00 am & 10:30 am Sunday 8:30 am St. Mary TELEVISED MASS FOR SHUT-INS Sunday 1:00 pm (channel Hornell) Sponsored by Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home and Peish TV SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION s Church Tuesday & Thursday, 11:30 am - 12 pm Saturday, 3:30-4:15 pm Or by appointment BAPTISM Contact Parish Office WEDDINGS Contact Parish Office 6 months in advance Father Stan Kacprzak, Pastor Frstan@dor.org Father Peter Morello, Retired Deacon Robert McCormick robert.mccormick@dor.org Deacon Mark Clark PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Deborah Brinkhus Deborah.Brinkhus@dor.org BUSINESS MANAGER Donna Haraty Donna.Haraty@dor.org SEXTON (CEMETERY) John VanScoter John.VanScoter@dor.org SECRETARY Evelyn Piatt Evelyn.Piatt@dor.org RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Patty Peisher ADULT FAITH FORMATION Deborah Brinkhus Deborah.Brinkhus@dor.org YOUTH MINISTRY David Prete David.Prete@dor.org PARISH OFFICES (607) PARISH EMERGENCY NUMBER This is to be used for Emergencies Only. SOCIAL MINISTRY (607) OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY PARISH COMMITTEES/COUNCILS - CHAIRPERSONS PASTORAL COUNCIL FINANCE COUNCIL LITURGY COMMITTEE CEMETERY COMMITTEE Kerry O Brien Peter Wall Bill Loree Vacant BEREAVEMENT COMMITTEE Beth Ann Jacobs BUILDING AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE Mark VanDurme Stewardship Be on guard, lest your spirits become bloated with indulgence.

2 December 1 2nd, st Sunday in Advent Our Lady of the Valley Masses and Intentions SATURDAY ~ December 1st. 4:30pm. - - Thomas Lee by Carolyn K Kelly Kathi Lawton by the Family SUNDAY ~ December 2nd. - 1st. Sunday of Advent 7:00am. - - Mary Jane O Connor by the Family H. Joe Donlon by Ray and Mary Pieklo 8:30am. - St. Mary - Peggy Stewart by John and Patty Peisher 10:30am. - - Frances Argentieri by Dolores Kelly Yolonda Scaglione by John B. Cardamone Jr. MONDAY ~ December 3rd. ~ Saint Francis Xavier 12:10 pm. - - Mary Agnus and Anthony Cavalletti by Karen, Peg, Peter, and Sadie Stanley Hill by James and Helen Prior TUESDAY ~ December 4th. ~ Saint John Damascene 12:10pm. - Birthday Dawn Kempney by Mr. and Mrs. Haraty Anniversary- Marko and Anka by their Son WEDNESDAY ~ December 5th. NO MASS THURSDAY ~ December 6th. ~ Saint Nicholas 12:10pm. - - Jerry Kelly by the Family H. Joe Donlon by Tom and Julie McInerney FRIDAY ~ December 7th. ~ Saint Ambrose 12:10pm. - - Thomas J. Pieklo by Jerry and June Pieklo Cheryl Hammond by Mr. and Mrs. James O Brien 5:15pm. - - Anniversary Gloria Koskie by the Family Evelyn Todtenhagen by Stan, Barb, and Paul Banko 7:30pm. - St. Mary - Doug Gilbert by Liz Jackson SATURDAY ~ December 8th. ~ The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary 9:00am. - - Donald Gallese by Charlie and Linda McCormick Betty Ann Devereaut by Connie Shephard 4:30pm. - - Month s Mind Anne Watt by the family George McFarland by Shirley Hollister SUNDAY ~ December 9th. - 2nd. Sunday of Advent 7:00am. - - William Parks by Jim and Mary Dodge Josephine Nosky by Theresa Ambuski 8:30am. - St. Mary - Paul Stewart by Lolli and Family Birthday Anna Marie (Brown) Streeter by the Family 10:30am. - - Dominic and Anna Priolo & Eugene and Mary Catherine Ludden by the Family Joseph Cicero by William Sirianni

3 The Pastor s Two Cents Many people live either in the past or in the future. Very few of us live in the present moment. Those who live in the past or in the future live in a world which doesn't exist, and because it doesn't exist it has no ground on which for them to put their feet. Christian faith can be exercised only in the present moment. The present moment is real time. Even when real time turns sour or when persecution comes, or even, as in the Gospel, the end of the world begins, we can still stand confidently, our heads held high, because our faith in the Word of God is undiminished and promises safety - but only in real time. The readings from Scripture today invite us to remember some moments from the past and some moments from the future but only so that we might become more firmly grounded in the present moment. Ironically, only those firmly grounded in the comforting reality of the present moment are ready for the future, and do not fear it. The First Reading takes us back to an anguished, dark moment for the Jews when King Nebuchadnezzar was besieging Jerusalem. Their world was falling apart and their lives were on the line. The enemy was sweeping in from the north and in those days it was better not to be taken prisoner. In the midst of the chaos Jeremiah speaks an inspired word to the people of God; The days are coming, says the LORD,...when I will raise up for David a just shoot... Judah shall be safe and Jerusalem shall dwell secure. It is by remembering the loving plan of God in the midst of the troubles and catastrophes of our life in the world that we are given strength to live the painful present moments of our journey. In the Gospel today, Jesus twice admonishes believers to stand erect with heads raised...before the Son of Man, even when on earth nations will be in dismay (and) the powers of the heavens will be shaken. There will always be disasters in our lives. There have been disasters in human history and in the personal lives of individuals ever since the creation of Adam. These will continue to the end of time. Our only real security in all our troubles is in the word of God. Even in the midst of the most cataclysmic signs of the end of time which lie in the future it is the word of God which is our rock of safety...but only if we listen to it now, in this present moment. And what is Jesus advice in the midst of fear and death? PRAY!! Pray that you have the strength However, Jesus is not calling us to pray some time in the future when these things are occurring. He is calling on his followers to pray IN THE PRESENT MOMENT; NOW! So that in that future moment you may stand in confidence before the Son of Man. During this Advent Season, in this present moment, may we allow the Lord to make His ways known to us; to guide us in truth and teach us because God shows sinners the way. He guides the humble to justice, and teaches the humble his way. Don t forget, The Lord is with you! Fr. Stan

4 Parish Activities and Coming Events Sunday: Confirmation Class in Assembly Hall 8:45 to 10:15am. December 9th: Christmas Cantata at 7pm in s Church. Our Lady of the Valley November 18 and 25, 2018 Actual-$ 8,773 Year to Date Actual- $ 165,349 Year to Date Budget- $ 168,000 Repairs- $ 812 Actual-$ 6,821 Year to Date Actual- $ 172,170 Year to Date Budget- $ 176,000 Christmas Flowers- $ 2,170 Thank you for your generosity Scripture Readings November 25, st Sunday in Advent First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16 Second Reading: St. Paul to the Thessalonians 3:12-4:2 Gospel: Luke 21:25-28,34-36 Reserva ons for the Ladies of Columbus Christmas Dinner, on December 15th, need to be made by December 7th. 40 Week Winners Week #2 November 11th, 2018 $10 - Joanne Schiller $15 - Aileen Mahoney $25 - Leonard Caruso Congratulations to all! A message from the Adoration Chapel A great big thank you to the Ancient Order of Hibernians men who generously, graciously, and willingly donated their time to accomplish a major cleaning project in the Perpetual Adoration Chapel. God will bless you, and has blessed us with your presence in our Parish. Thank you, The Cleaning Crew CMA Donors Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DiCosimo Mrs. Kevin Doran Mrs. Sharon Harkenrider Mr. Daniel Lee Mr. and Mrs. John Prete Ms. Virginia M. Putnam Mrs. Catherine Schnurle Mr. John J. Walsh Goal: $57, Donors 52.29% of Goal Please join us in reaching our Parish Goal! Altar Server Schedule Saturday, December 8th. - 4:30pm. ~ Sydney and Cameron Heinig Sunday, December 9th. - 7:00am. ~ Einon Walsh Sunday, December 9th. - 10:30am. ~ Picco Brothers

5 Sanctuary Offerings for December 2018 Altar Breads in Memory of The Members of the Cleveland and Petrelli Families by the Walter Cleveland Family Altar Wines in Memory of Eric Buisch by Lena Libordi Altar Candles in Memory of Anne Watt by Jerry and Mary Secondo and Family Sanctuary Light in Memory of George and Anna Price by Mary Jane Adoration Chapel Candles in Memory of Doug Gilbert by Jim and Sharon The Giving Tree 2018 It s time again to start thinking about the Giving Tree. The emphasis this year will be on TOYS for children, 12 & un-der. Suggestions: books, games, card games, stuffed animals, plastic toy cars and trucks, puzzles. Although TOYS are the first priority for boys and girls, 12 and under, there are a few other needs for this age group: pajamas, socks, underwear, hats and mittens, diapers for babies. Other needs: Boys and Girls 13 and up: deodorant, razors, socks, underwear. Men and Women: deodor-ant, razors, socks, underwear. Seniors 60 and up: blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, lotion, puzzles. Please call Mary Bossard at with any questions or concerns. Please leave the donated gifts under the trees in the front and back foyers of the church. Thank you for your gifts! Questions of the week for the 1st Sunday in Advent Gospel: Luke 3:1-6 Adults: What have been the strengths of your prayer life? What habit of prayer could you strengthen during this Advent season? Children: What prayers will you say each day and each week during Advent? Please remember to call the office to have your friends and loved ones removed from the sick list when the need is past. Prayer Corner As a parish we have been asked to pray for people who are sick, facing surgery, etc. We thank God for His healing goodness and ask that you please let us know when someone can be removed from the prayer list. Call the parish office at Our Sick Donald Griswold, Ruth A. Kendall, Mary Aini, Vicki Mastin, William McNelis, Patricia Jarrabet, Debbie Lynn Panter, Willie Bilancio, Bill Peck, Ray Lockwood, Louise Rogstad, Stan Banko, Sara Didas, Mike Hillman, Fran Grillo, Dave and Linda Dean, Ophelia Jersey, Dominic Conlan, Lucy Scrocco, Bob Mills, Gary Messinger, Jason Woodworth, Donna Roosa, Lynne Cardamone, Emmie DiNardo, Emma Loree, Andy Rochester, Bonnie Conroy, John and Mary Fortuna, George (Pete) Gath, Beth Yurkewecz, Audrey Tilden, Mary Lou Daniels, Frank Dori, Jonathan Baek, Darlene Dibble, Julie Case, Jan Traeg, Trystan Weaver, Ashley Zahradnick, Becky Dibble, Stacey Pullen, Alice Gaskin, Janine Zahradnick, Florence Mullins, Tom Witherell, Finley Burtch, Patricia Crane, Mike Griffiths, Cindy Stewart, Ginny Brooks, Doug George, Teeka Sherman, Virginia Smith, Nancy Fitzpatrick, Mary Ann Turley, Marie Patti, Nancy Emerson, David Lieberman, Mary Ann Fennelly, Duane Lajoie, Samuel Parlavecchio Jr, Mary Mulley Parlavecchio, Kevin Quinn, Mary Jo DiNardo, James Piatt, Pauline Foster, Dee Morgan, Sharon Davidson, Bertha Nickel. Our Men & Women Serving in the Military Kyle Stewart, Sean Stillman, Ryan Phillips, Steven Miles, Cory Rose, Jacob O Heron, Devin Head, Joe Hornbeck, Donald VanWinkle Jr., Gregory Addison, A.J. Murphy, Ryan O Rourke, James McCormick, Brittney Caruso, Cameron Gallipau, Alan Rawleigh, Nathan Donahue, Malachi Weaver, Shannon Weaver, Terry Leonard, Kerrigan Lisi, David Hunt, Jessica Fahl Snider, Matt Zapata, John Kelley, Pete Hornbeck, Robert Murray, Brittany Stoddard, Zachary Day, Michael Mikolajczyk, Ben Pollinger, Dustin Kinnaird, Sam Argentieri, Amie Moore, Scott Ray, James Ray, Matt Randazzo, Brendan Deebs.

6 The Quest Youth Group is looking for adult/ young adult volunteers to help out throughout the year. Please contact Dave Prete at or for details or to Express interest. Thank you! Chapel of Perpetual Adoration Open Hours Sunday at 1:00am. (once every 4 weeks) *2 openings Thursday at 1:00pm Tuesday at 6am (Dec. to May) Wednesday 3pm every other week Saturday at 11:00 pm (for a few months) Substitutes are welcomed. Please call: Isabel Nobilski or Donna Kull Thoughts from those who come to the Chapel of Adoration The Perpetual Adoration chapel is such a blessing to our Parish. It is a place that welcomes you with warmth and comfort. It offers us the chance to relax and have a one on one connection with God, and leaves you with a sense of peace. Volunteer Opportunities: Confirmation Volunteer Assistant - We have been blessed with 19 teens in our Confirmation Program for the season. Though there are some back-to-back classes, we generally meet every other Sunday from 8:45AM 10:15AM in the parish center Assembly Hall. The person must be a fully initiated Catholic, successfully complete CASE training and a background check, and cannot be a family member of a teen currently in the program. For more information please contact Deb Brinkhus at the parish office. Funeral Mass Servers We are looking for adult parishioners to act as altar servers at the funeral Masses at both St. Mary and s. Servers accompany the presider as he greets the family and receives the body in the entrance procession and assists the priest during the Mass. Training will be provided. For more information please contact Fr. Stan at the parish office. Bereavement Committee The members of this committee serve our parish by compassionately assisting families in the planning and celebration of the funeral Mass for deceased loved ones. The committee members assist by helping to select readings, intercessions and music. Training is provided through shadowing of more experienced committee members. If you would like to assist in this important ministry please contact Beth Ann Jacobs at Steuben County Rural Ministry and Sister Susan Open: Monday - Wednesday - Friday * Hours: 9:00am.- 12:00 Noon It is important that all checks written out to the parish be made out to Our Lady of the Valley. A Sunday Gospel Reflections December 9, th. Sunday in Ordinary Time Luke 3:1-6 Gospel Summary In today s Gospel, Luke places the beginning of John the Baptist s ministry within a historical context. He sets John s ministry in time by telling us who were the rulers and leaders in the region. We recognize many of the names Pontius Pilate, Herod, Annas, and Caiaphas. Into this time comes John, proclaiming a baptism of repentance and preparing the way of the Lord. Reflection for Parents Valleys, mountains, winding roads, and rough ways are all a part of the journey of life. As parents, our task is to teach our children how to apply faith in God and Christian values to help straighten out or make right what is wrong, and to help make smooth what is difficult or rough. Seeking forgiveness from one another and from God is one of the greatest ways we can do so. Take a few moments to ask God to place within you a forgiving heart so that you may teach your children to walk in the ways of forgiveness and love. Bringing the Good News Into Your Family As a family, recall the bumpiest, hilliest, most snowcovered, pothole-full, curviest, narrowest, and scariest roads you have ever driven on. Talk about things that create the bumps, hills, potholes, curves, and dangers on the road to Heaven. For example, anger creates a bump on the road to Heaven and little white lies create curves in the straight path to God. Then brainstorm things you can do this Advent to smooth and straighten the road to God, including forgiving one another and following God s Word. Discussion Starters If I could give one message about God to everyone I know, my message would be... Something that keeps getting in my way on the road to Heaven is... One thing I can do to make the way of the Lord straighter is...