Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church

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1 Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 87 Bartlett Road Harborcreek, Pennsylvania OCTOBER, 2016 THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Mass Schedule Saturday Evening: 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 8: a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Weekdays & Saturdays: 8: a.m. Holy Days: 8: a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 4: p.m. Parish Office: Office of Lifelong Faith Formation: Sperry Hall: Pastor... Msgr. Gerald T. Ritchie Pastoral Minister... Donna Clark Director of Lifelong Faith Formation... Irene Lucas Director of Liturgy and Music... Brandon Vogt Administrative Assistant.Marsha MacKinnon McKinley Youth Minister... Geri Hadlock

2 THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER, 2016 Line: Call Donna Smicker at (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) OR Kathy Lacy at (4 p.m. -9 p.m.) The Hospital Visitor this week is Marilyn Garwig. Mon. 10/1 8: am The Week Ahead Monday..10/1 11:00 am Centering 6:00 pm Boy Scouts Tuesday.11/01 ALL SAINTS DAY Holy Day of Obligation 8: am MASS 2:00 pm Shawl 4:00 pm Rel Ed Gr 4-6 Retreat 4:00 pm Rel Ed Gr 7:00 pm MASS 7:00 pm Ballroom Dance Class 8:00 pm AA Wednesday...11/02 ALL SOULS DAY 7:00 pm Understanding Islam Thursday...11/0 9:00 am Painting Class 2: pm Meditation 6:00 pm Shawl 6:45 pm Choir Rehearsal 7:00 pm Centering Friday.11/04 1: pm Legion of Mary 6: pm Bourbon Tasting Saturday 11/05 9:00 am OLM Craft Day 10:00 am AA 4: pm Sacrament of Sunday..11/06 Daylight Savings Time Ends Casserole Club Drop-off Monthly Food Pantry Collection 9: am Rel Ed K-2 11:00 am CLW 12:00 pm Cub Scouts 12:00 pm Rel Ed Gr 7 & 8 12:15 pm Gr 11 Candidate/Sponsor Mtg 6:00 pm Celebrating Imperfections *Knights of Columbus Ticket Sales Begin Mass Intentions Johanna Heher Religious Education Question-of-the-Week Winner for the week of Oct. 18 was Anthony Allegretto, grade 2, who knew that Sacred Chrism is the name of the oil used for the Sacrament of Confirmation. First Eucharist Parent Meeting: There will be a very important meeting TODAY, Sunday, October at 9:45 a.m. in Sperry Hall for parents/guardians of children in the First Eucharist class. Grade 4-6 Retreat: Tuesday, Nov. 1 is the retreat for youth in grades 4, 5 & 6. It will begin at 4:00 p.m. and run through to 7:00 p.m. Supper will be provided. Our theme will be a celebration of All Saints Day. The parish Mass for All Saints Day will follow immediately at 7:00 p.m. (Save Pop Bottles: The RE Ministry needs empty 2 liter pop bottles for this retreat. Please bring them to the Faith Formation Office.) Candidate/Sponsor Meeting: Grade 11 Confirmation candidates are reminded that they have a very important meeting with their Confirmation sponsors at 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, November 6 in Sperry Hall. Family Faith Event: Families with children in Kindergarten thru Gr. 2 are reminded that we have our Family Faith event on Sunday, November 1 from 9:-10:45 a.m. This is the time of our regularly scheduled religious education class. But, at this session, parents and siblings join us for a special lesson. Meet in Sperry Hall. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In recent weeks Hurricane Matthew and other storms have devastated significant portions of the southeastern United States and the Caribbean, especially Haiti. While many have begun to assist, we realize that the road to restoration will be long, and additional support will be needed. To help with this process of recovery, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has called for a special collection, which will be taken up in our parishes on the weekend of November 5-6. These funds will be used to support the efforts of Catholic Relief Services and Catholic Charities USA, as they reach out to provide humanitarian aid; help in restoring communities that have suffered widespread destruction; and assist in the repair and reconstruction of Catholic churches and institutions. As always, I am grateful for the generosity shown by the people of the Diocese of Erie. You and your families remain in my prayer. Sincerely yours in Christ, Bishop Lawrence T. Persico Tues. 11/01 8: am Wed. 11/02 8: am Thu. 11/0 8: am Frances McCammon Louis Jaber 7:00 pm David Ross Linda Ross For All Deceased Members of Our Families and Parish Fri. 11/04 8: am Harry Hahn Patricia Kosobucki Sat. 11/05 8: am Rod Haynes Sue Haynes Sun. 11/06 8: am 6:00 pm Irmina Walsh The Kosobucki Family Chester Donikowski Marc Ferritta Year of Mercy Quote: Jesus, with his merciful behavior, shows the church the path it must take to reach out to every person so that each one can be healed in body and spirit and recover his or her dignity as a child of God. Pope Francis, Papal Audience, August 1, 2016 SONGS OF MERCY CONCERT TODAY! Plan on joining us for the SONGS OF MERCY concert at :00 p.m. in the Worship Space, followed by a (wine and cheese) reception in Sperry Hall. Come pray and sing songs of mercy with the Music Ministry of OLM, along with local music directors Brian Kuzmin, Kathy Felong and Brandon Vogt. 11:00 am For the People of Our Lady of Mercy

3 OUR LADY OF MERCY CHURCH Reflections: Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus was a chief tax collector, the ultimate sinner according to the small-minded religious leaders. Yet this little man was attracted to Jesus and was even willing to go out on a limb to see him. Jesus did not pass him by or regard him unworthy of his attention. Jesus came to search out the sinner and save the lost. Though people were quick to judge Zacchaeus, he stood his ground. He was not the scoundrel they thought him to be. He gave to the poor and treated others fairly. If he cheated anyone, he made amends. Because of his honest estimation of himself, salvation came to Zacchaeus house that day, for this is what it means to be a person of faith. Paul prayed constantly that the church would be made worthy at the coming of the Lord in judgment. He prayed that God would accept every good work performed with honest intention. The psalmist declares that the Lord is slow to anger and shows great kindness to the sinner. God loves every created thing, but more than that. God is compassionate toward all who repent, For Reflection: Have I made an honest inventory of my soul? Have I repented of any misdeeds? Copyright Kay Murdy Nursery Ministry: Sunday, October at 12 noon (right after 11:00 a.m. Mass) we will have a meeting of those involved in the nursery ministry to welcome new young families and to get ideas to improve the ministry. Meet in the Nursery room. Register for Craft Day: Join us for Craft Day on Saturday, November 5, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Mercy in Sperry Hall. Register with Teresa Shamburg at or shamtacc@roadrunner.com. Newsletter Mailing Help Needed: Volunteers are needed to fold and label the newsletter for mailing on Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 9:00 a.m. If you can lend a hand, join us in the Conference Room. Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 6, Remember to move your clocks back by one hour before retiring Saturday, November 5. Knights of Columbus Ticket Sales: Ticket sales for the Annual Statewide Chance of a Lifetime Sweepstakes begin November 6. Tickets will be available in the Gathering Space Nov. 6, 1 and 20. Weekly Readings Mon.. 10/1 Phil 2:1-4/Lk 14:12-14 Tue.11/01 Rv 7:2-4, 9-14/1 Jn :1-/Mt 5:1-12a Wed...11/02 Wis :1-9/Rom 5:5-11/Jn 6:7-40 Thu.11/0 Phil :-8a/Lk 15:1-10 Fri.. 11/04 Phil :17 4:1/Lk 16:1-8 Sat. 11/05 Phil 4:10-19/Lk 16:9-15 Sun 11/06 2 Mc 7:1-2, 9-14/2 Thes 2:16 :5/ Lk 20:27 8 HARBORCREEK, PA Celebrate Our Imperfections: Come celebrate on Sunday, November 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. as we learn to embrace our imperfections, and recognize we are all worthy of love and belonging. The evening begins in the church with a video by Professor Brené Brown, who has spent the past ten years studying vulnerability, courage, authenticity, and shame. She used her research to explore the following concept: Let go of who you think you are supposed to be and embrace who you are. We continue in Sperry Hall with the sharing of a couple wholehearted stories over a glass of wine, followed by a discussion celebrating our individual giftedness. We promise the evening will be well worth your time. For additional information call Peggy Williams at RSVP to the OLM office or signup in the Gathering Space. Sponsored by the Stewardship Committee. Bourbon Tasting Event: A number of parishioners enjoy a good glass of bourbon. If you do, join us for a blind bourbon tasting event on Friday, November 4 at 6: p.m. in Sperry Hall. Bring a bottle of your favorite bourbon and a dish to share. Don t drink bourbon? Come for fellowship and bring another drink of your choice. Healing Ministry Available: The Healing Ministry prays individually over people in Mary s Chapel on the 1 st and rd Sunday of the month at 9: a.m. This Spiritual Healing can take place on many different levels: Spirit, mind or body. Take advantage of this beautiful experience on November 6 & 20. Daily Message for Those Who Are Grieving: Receive an encouraging message every day for a year. These short messages will inspire you and provide practical information as you grieve the loss of your loved one. Sign up at Griefshare.org. OLM Book Group: The nights are growing cooler and dark is settling in earlier. This the perfect time to cuddle up with a hot cup of tea and a good book before bed. Sharing books with friends just makes them all the more special. Join the OLM Book Group on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 7:00 p.m. when we will discuss The Drummond Girls by Mardi Jo Link. Question & Answer with the Pastor: Join us Thursday, Nov. 17 at 7:00 p.m. for a conversation about faith issues with Fr. Ritchie. Bring your questions and a friend (and a snack to share if you wish). Meet in the Conference Room. Understanding Islam: Our 4-week series concludes this Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. with Jihad the Tie-in to Terror, putting a fearful term in a faith-based context. Weekly Collection For the weekend of October 2, 2016 Envelopes Sent: 470 Envelopes Returned: 108 $, Faith Direct Deposits: 100 $2, Loose Change: $ TOTAL OFFERTORY: $6, $7,16 is needed weekly to meet Regular Operating Expenses. This does not include CSA or Mortgage Payment.

4 NOVEMBER 2016 NOVEMBER 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 9:45 AM First Eucharist Parent Mtg. :00 PM Year of Mercy Music Concert 1 1 ALL SAINTS' DAY - Holy Day of Obligation 4:00 PM Gr 4-6 Retreat 7:00 PM MASS 2 7:00 PM Understanding Islam 7:00 PM Centering 4 6: PM Bourbon Tasting 5 9:00 AM OLM Craft Day 6 Casserole Club Drop Off Monthly Food Pantry Collection 12:00 PM Cub Scouts 12:00 PM Rel Ed Gr 7 & 8 12:15 PM Gr 11 Candidate / Sponsor Mtg 6:00 PM Celebrating Gifts 7 8 7:00 PM Pastoral Council Meeting 9 6: PM AGIFT Meeting 10 7:00 PM Centering 11 Veterans Day 7:00 PM PF & Core Team Retreat 12 9:00 AM PF & Core Team Retreat 1 9: AM RE Family Faith Event 12:00 PM Rel Ed Gr 7 & :00 PM Divorce & Separation Meeting 15 7:00 PM Core Mtg 7:00 PM LFF Mtg Setup 8: AM FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION 7:00 AM OLM Book Group 17 7:00 PM Centering 7:00 PM Q & A with the Pastor SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING 12:15 PM Youth Event Gr. 7 & :00 PM Grief Support Group 22 7:00 PM Sister Parish Mtg 2 24 Parish Office Closed Thanksgiving Day 9:00 AM THANKSGIVING DAY MASS 25 Parish Office Closed FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT 28 6: PM Fruit of the Vine 29 7:00 PM Cocktails & Colors 7:00 PM Healing Service 1 DECEMBER 2

5 November 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 Kiersten Redford- 11 Connor Marshall-12 4 Baleigh Bleil Kylie Rupp Jazmyn McGerl-7 Molly Neilson Hayley Wilson-14 1 Mitchell DeVore-1 14 Alexander Pohl Megan Smith Addison Matusiak-7 Aaron Schwartz Alexa Forsythe-9 Jared Nelson-18 Michael Rocco Delaney Andrews Irena Bush-7 Kara Sutton Ava Moore-9