Ministry Spotlight: Girl Scouts. Sunday Masses

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1 Sunday Masses Saturday: 4:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 10:00am Weekday Masses Monday Friday 7:00am Wednesdays 8:30am (September May) Tuesday & Thursday 11:30am New Parishioners, Welcome! Our next parish registration is Sunday, October 7, We will meet after the 10:00am Mass near the east wall of the church by the statues. You must be a registered parishioner for sacramental preparation. Troop 680, Daisy Scouts Troop 680, Cadette Scouts Sacraments Reconciliation Saturday: 3:00pm 4:00pm or by appointment. Preparation for Infant Baptism Our next Baptism Preparation is Sunday, October 14, 2018 at 8:45am. We meet at the Baptismal Font in the church. Marriage Registered parishioners who wish to be married need to contact Deacon Mike McLean nine to twelve months prior to the anticipated wedding date. Our Mission Statement St. Elizabeth Catholic Church is a vibrant, Christ-centered community whose primary purpose is to celebrate the sacred liturgy and the Sacraments. Empowered by the Sacraments, we are called to personal holiness, to spread the word of God, and to actions of generosity and compassion toward all of God's people. Ministry Spotlight: Girl Scouts

2 2 W E L C O M E T O S T. E L I Z A B E T H P A R I S H K A N S A S C I T Y, M O St. Elizabeth School and Parish has an outstanding Girl Scouts program available to all girls. Approximately 180 girls participate in individual troops from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Eighteen dedicated troop leaders and countless parent volunteers provide support to make our scouting program possible. St. Elizabeth's troops are a part of the largest organization for girls in the world. Girl Scouts was founded on March 12, 1912, and serves more than 2.3 million girls. The Girl Scout motto is building girls of courage, confidence, and character, to make the world a better place. Through activities in science and technology, business and economic literacy, and outdoor and environmental awareness, Girl Scouts provides opportunities for fun and friendship, while fostering leadership skills and building self-esteem. October Christskills: Stewardship Responsibility In addition to individual monthly troop meetings, our annual all-school scouting activities include an overnight campout, father-daughter dance, skating party, mother-daughter brunch, and Girl Scout Sunday Mass. The St. E's Girl Scouts and Leaders would like to thank our parish family for supporting our many activities. We feel very blessed to be part of such an amazing, caring community! To join or volunteer, contact St. Elizabeth s Girl Scout Troop Organizer, Susan Spence, or smsspence47@gmail.com. We remember in our prayers the loved ones of our parish family who serve in the military: Jeffery Dougherty, grandson of Connie Dougherty; Jacob Giwa, son of Kathleen Giwa; Major James Harris, son-inlaw of John and Kieran Cullinan; John Kelly, son of Joe Kelly Coly Bryant; Jim Buckley; James Campbell; Kathy Colborne; Connie Dougherty; Dorothy Edmiston, grandmother of Betsy Valentine; Chuck Gosselin; Flora Haug, daughter-in-law of Kathy Haug; Angela Hirte & John Hirte; Mary Komoroski, mother of Adrianne Aylward; Joseph Ludwikoski, son of PJ and Mary Ludwikoski; Louis Mandl, stepfather of Nancy Miller; Kathleen Matthews; Pearl Mayanja, daughter of Judith Mayanja; Barbara McAllister, mother of Pam Neenan; Mike McDonald, son of Ward McDonald; Butch Newell; Florence Pilsl; Daphne Price, mother-in-law of Diane Price; Ron Rode, father of Kay Kremer; Elizabeth Root; Mary Jayneen Ross, sister of Jim VanDyke; Katie Schultz; Vince Sheffer; Sue Steiner, aunt of Beth Collins; Melanie Tucci, niece of Mary Cary; Dierks Underwood, son of Chris & Jessie Underwood; Marie Wood, sister-in-law of Peggy VanDyke; Beverly Yancey, sister of Janet Garnett Please notify the parish office when a friend or loved one is in need of prayers, Eucharistic Minister, is in the hospital, or is serving in or returning home from the military. In an effort to increase awareness and understanding of our parish s finances, each week in this column we will provide updates and information regarding a variety of topics: Have you considered a planned gift to St. Elizabeth? We have all benefited from our fellow parishioners who have done just that. Such gifts have turned their generosity and love of St. Elizabeth into a lasting legacy. Planned gifts make it possible to share more than just income. After you have provided for your family and loved ones, consider: An outright gift now, especially assets that aren t being used, such as: A charitable distribution from your IRA Appreciated stock or other securities Assets that can be sold: real estate, tangible personal property, a paid-up life insurance policy Gifts in the future that cost you little or nothing during your lifetime. You can make a bequest to St. Elizabeth in your will or a trust, or name St. Elizabeth as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement plan. Have questions? Need more information? Please contact Heather Solis in the parish office.

3 27TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Dear Parishioners, I know we haven t provided much information lately in terms of building designs and renovations for Building Our Legacy. There is a lot happening though, and I am hopeful that in the very near future, we will have new renderings to share with you. I can tell you that what I ve seen thus far is very exciting and sets a transformative vision for the St. Elizabeth Campus. The new ECC will really integrate the church and rectory buildings in terms of architecture and materials, and provide a great new location on the west side of Main for the youngest students in our school. And the church designs are beautiful: a spacious gathering area at the 75th Street doors, a new choir area, access ramps inside and out, fresh paint and updated finishes all promise to transform our worship space. I understand the eagerness many of us feel. I hope to be sharing updates and new drawings very soon! I appreciate the conversations I ve had with many of you about the abuse issues our church continues to address. I share the frustration, embarrassment and impatience for a new way of being church. I believe that is already happening on the parish and diocesan levels, but the change will take a lot of practice and new ways of thinking from all of us. We all will be affected by practices that promote safer environments for our children: stricter protocols and procedures, increased security and constant reflection as individuals and as a community. We have come a long way, but we can always do even better! Pledged: $5.67 Million Total Collected: $1,850, Our partners at Straub Construction and Hollis+Miller have been hard at work refining the plans for the church renovations and the new ECC. This means discussing even the smallest details with teachers and parish staff. Recently, structural engineers climbed through the ceiling tiles in Seton Hall to determine what extra support we might need for an altar ramp in the church, and an upholsterer and interior designer sat in the pews to envision possible new coverings for them. Perhaps the most fun was a programming meeting with the school administration and facilities staff. The architects and interior designer met with them to "think like a little one" and appreciate how our youngest students experience school including everything from reading nooks to hand washing and the ever-popular carpool. I hope you are enjoying the arrival of fall. It always feels like such a blessing every year. The change in seasons is one of God s great gifts to us in beauty of creation. Peace, Fr. Greg You soon will receive your invitation to participate in the 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA), which kicks off next weekend, October We have an opportunity to commit our support to diocesan programs and ministries that no one parish could provide on its own. Our theme, The community of believers was of one heart and mind Acts 4:32, appropriately recognizes our unity as the people of God to work together for the betterment of all. Our goal is 100% participation. No gift is too small. Please join our effort. In today s Gospel Jesus teaches us about the sacredness of marriage; a covenant that is a gift from God. Our relationships with our spouses, family, friends, coworkers, and those in our community of faith are all gifts from God. Jesus reminds us today that it is the hardened heart that damages or breaks up relationships. Good stewards understand the holiness of relationships and pray for the love, patience, understanding and kindness necessary to sustain those relationships. Take time out to prayerfully reflect on your relationships this week. Is your stewardship of these relationships as God intended? What relationships need to be healed and reconciled? ~International Catholic Stewardship Council Stewardship Shout-Outs: To all our Girl Scout leaders, volunteers, and parents who give countless hours toward the Girl Scout troops in St. Elizabeth Parish.

4 4 W E L C O M E T O S T. E L I Z A B E T H P A R I S H K A N S A S C I T Y, M O Faith & Politics Session 2 in Seton Hall Mon., Oct. 8 If you missed the first session of Dr. Chuck Rhodes series on Faith & Politics, no problem. The series continues with three more sessions! Join us the next three Mondays, Oct. 8, 15, and 22, at either 10:30 am noon or 7:00 8:30pm in Seton Hall. We ll explore the scientific research on what drives peoples political decisions, how faith informs those decisions, and end with a look at today s dominant political issues from a faith perspective. There will be no arguing, no telling you how to vote, and no shortage of snacks. Please RSVP to Deacon Mike at mmclean@stekc.org or What is it to be a St. E s Knight? It isn t about meetings, BBQ, Chili or Fish. It s about helping when help is needed. Showing up to help on a cold day, and never feeling warmer. It s about being connected to our Parish and making great friends and great contributions. The St. Elizabeth Knights of Columbus will be hosting an Admissions Degree on Thursday, October 11th at 6:30pm in Seton Hall. For more information on the Knights and the charitable services we provide for our parish and community, please send an to knights@kofc14163.org with your name and phone number. Someone will contact you shortly and answer any questions you have. Thank You Servers! Our monthly Server Appreciation Day is starting up again and we will be meeting on the second Tuesday of the month! Meet us this Tuesday, October 9, at 7:45am in 75th St. Church Vestibule. Kids who served Mass anytime in the previous month are invited to enjoy a donut and a hearty dose of gratitude for their commitment to this vital ministry. Parishioners in grades 6 and up can be trained to be servers. If you're interested in joining the team, contact the parish office. And consider saying your own thank you to a server after mass this week. Know Someone Who Could Use a Caring Visitor? If you know of a homebound person who lives in our parish boundaries who would appreciate calls or weekly visits from a volunteer in our Caring Visitors ministry, please call the parish office at Food Pantry Notes Girls Scouts need YOUR Help!! Please donate to the Phyllis Harris Food Drive "Fly to New Heights by Helping Others! and stock the parish food pantry. All donations are welcome. Please help yourself to a Phyllis Harris Food Drive Bag located in the back and front of the church and "fill 'er UP!" and "bring 'er back!" STE School, STE Girl Scouts, and STE Parish join together to help those in need. Thank you for your help! Food Pantry Immediate Needs: canned meals, oatmeal packets, jelly, syrup, cereal, pancake mix pouches, mashed potato pouches, muffin mix, pasta sauce, lip balm, deodorant, and soup STE Golf Classic October 12, 2018 Swope Memorial Golf Course This is the Athletic Committee's biggest fundraiser. The money raised helps maintain the gym, buy new equipment, and most of all, allows any child at STE who wants to play sports to play sports. Check out our website stekc.org for more information and links to register or become a sponsor. We are also looking for volunteers to help the day of with check in, sitting at hole-in-one tees, and holes with games and buy-ups. To volunteer please us at stegolfclassic@gmail.com. Comfort in the Word Are you experiencing a loss in your life due to the death of a loved one? Are you seeking comfort and peace? God the Father of all consolation is always there to give you strength no matter where you are in your grief journey. If you are seeking some encouragement at this time, God will show you the way. St Elizabeth s Comfort in the Word ministry will be meeting this Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 11:00am in the Parish Ministry Center. We invite you to come and join us in fellowship and prayer. If you have any questions about this meeting, please call Therese Roseburrough, or Carolyn Sawyer,

5 O C T O B E R 7, Fall Blood Drive When: Friday, October 12 from 3:00pm 7:00pm Where: St. Elizabeth School Gym Book your appointment today at esavealife.org and enter Sponsor Code: stelizabeth. All registered donors will receive a voucher for two free admissions to Carolyn s Country Cousins Pumpkin Patch, while supplies last. David Brown for any questions: dbrown@swdarchitects.com. FIREBall 2018 October 20, 2018, 6 11pm North Club at Arrowhead Stadium We re going to elevate the tailgate and celebrate! Sip on fanciful cocktails and brews, and bid on incredible items. Get FIREd up for fabulous fun and games! With your help, we can make this evening a win for kids in our schools. Tickets sell fast and capacity is limited so go to stekc.org for more info, buy tickets, or buy your raffle tickets for a chance to win $1996! (That s the year FIRE was founded!) Communion Minister Training Training for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will take place here at St. Elizabeth in Seton Hall on Saturday, November 3, from 8:30am 12:30pm with Father Paul Turner presenting. Parishioners interested may take advantage of this opportunity and contact Beth in the parish office to register: or bcressey@stekc.org. Is the IRA Tax-Free Charitable Rollover Gift right for you? Under the renewed (now permanent) charitable IRA legislation, donors who are age 70-1/2 or older can make charitable gifts to their parish or other causes using funds from an IRA without undesirable tax effects. Want to learn more? Join STE Parishioner, CPA & Attorney, Jim Hart on Saturday, October 27th at 9:00am at St. Peter's. Please RSVP to Heather Solis at or hsolis@stekc.org. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) All parishioners are welcome to join us and support those who are actively seeking a better understanding of the Catholic Faith. The topic this week is God, the Son Jesus. We meet in Seton Hall Tuesday, Oct. 9, 7:00 8:30pm. Kindergarten Information Night Thursday, October 25, 6:30pm St. Elizabeth Early Childhood Center, 14 E. 75th St. Do you have a little one preparing for Kindergarten next year or just want to learn more about our Kindergarten program? Hear from administrators, current parents, teachers and more about our school and why it is such a wonderful learning environment for our young students! Kids welcome (there will be fun activities for them)! Contact Sarah Brewster with any questions and RSVP to her at sarah@trozzolo.com by Thursday, October 18. Annual Bag Toss Tournament to Benefit STE Auction Saturday, October 27 St. Elizabeth School Gym Doors open 5:30pm, First Toss 6:15pm Team Registration: $75 per team (2 players), 21 & older At least 1 team member must be a STE parishioner or school parent; entries limited to the first 48 teams Spectator Registration: $15 per person All registrations include food and adult beverages. Register via to kwatsondds@yahoo.com. Please make checks payable to St. Elizabeth CPTA. CASH OR CHECK ONLY accepted at the door on day of the event. SCRIP SALES Gift Cards can be purchased by turning in an order form located in the back of the church with payment to the PMC or school offices as well as ordering online at shopwithscrip.com. Once cards are available, you will be contacted and can pick up your cards at the PMC or school offices or have them delivered. Questions, please contact Karen Salas at (816) or stescrip@gmail.com. St. Peter s Octoberfest Hey Seniors! Mark your calendars and plan to join our VIP s (Vintage Parishioners) at St. Peter s Oktoberfest on Saturday October 20th. Our Saturday mass is at 5pm and afterwards we ll gather in the Narthex with a polka band, cold beer, grilled brats, sausages and more. Please RSVP by October 15th to Dan at or dneedham@stpeterskc.org. (Freewill offering to St. Peter s Social Services)

6 6 W E L C O M E T O S T. E L I Z A B E T H P A R I S H K A N S A S C I T Y, M O Weekday Servers Oct 8 11 M: Hannah Baker, Maddi Carter; T: Evelyn McBride, Frank Cressey; W: Grant Courter, Delaney Fitzgerald; Th: Frank Cressey, Evelyn McBride Oct M: Anna & Lauren Millard; T: Luke Crawford, Grant Anielak; W: Grant Courter, Hannah Baker; Th: Grant Anielak, Luke Crawford; F: Anna & Lauren Millard October 13/14 Servers 4:30pm Cavan Reavey, Luke Robey, Catherine O Connor 7:30am Anne & Jeff Randolph 10:00am Anna Millard, Lauren Millard, Lydia Solis Lectors 4:30pm Jana Belzer, Norma Hagerty 7:30am Eugenia Sullivan, Bernie VanArsdale 10:00am Vanessa Prewitt, Cathy Bianco Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion 4:30pm Rachel Dold, Tricia Jenkins, Terry Lord, Lorene Falcouner, Mary Beth Hodes 7:30am Kathy Todd, Sue Rhodes, Mike Hayes, Vince McInerney, Ann Ira 10:00am Nancy Miller, Deanna Sack, Jim Millard, Mike Jenkins, Joanne Laughlin, Ian Wilcox, Tom Laughlin Greeters 4:30pm 7:30am 10:00am Kathy Haug, Bridget Moen, Gary Moen, Mary Cary Kathy Hoferer, Cheri Kiekbusch, Loretta Hayes, Steve Beck Heather Solis, Gil Solis, Deanna Sack, Sub Request Gift Bearer 4:30pm Danny Belzer 7:30am Mike Hayes 10:00am Sub Request Vocations Cross Sub Request The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is committed to combatting sexual abuse in the Church. If you are a victim of sexual abuse, or if you observe or suspect sexual abuse: 1. Call the Missouri Child Abuse Hotline at (if the victim is currently under the age of 18), and 2. Contact your local law enforcement agency or call 911, and 3. After reporting to these civil and law enforcement authorities, report suspected sexual abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult to the Diocesan Ombudsman, Jenifer Valenti, at or JeniferValenti@att.net, if the abuse involves a priest, deacon, employee or volunteer of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. The Diocese has a sincere commitment to providing care and healing resources to victims of sexual abuse and their families. Please contact Victim Advocate Kathleen Chastain at or chastain@diocesekcsj.org for more information. October 8 October 14 Monday October 8 7:00am Mass Fr. Mahoney 10:30am Dr. Chuck Rhodes Series Seton Hall 7:00pm Dr. Chuck Rhodes Series Seton Hall Tuesday October 9 7:00am Mass 7:45am Server Thanks Church 11:30am Mass Fr. Mahoney 7:00pm RCIA SH Wednesday October 10 7:00am Mass 8:30am School Mass Thursday October 11 7:00am Mass Fr. Mahoney 11:30am Mass 7:00pm Knights of Columbus/1st Degree SH Friday October 12 7:00am Mass 3:00pm Blood Drive School Gym Saturday October 13 11:00am Comfort in the Word PMC 3:00pm Confessions 4:30pm Mass Sunday October 14 7:30am Mass 8:45am Baptism Class Church 10:00am Mass 1:00pm Knights 2nd/3rd Degree SH Mass Observations & Intentions October 8 14 Monday Columbus Day 7:00am James & Dorothy Flanagan Tuesday St. Denis, Bishop, and Companions, Martyrs; St. John Leonardi, Priest 7:00am Jim Schell 11:30am Maurice O Keefe Wednesday 7:00am Dana Munkers 8:30am John Lillis Thursday St. John XXIII, Pope 7:00am William Leahy 11:30am Dorothy Hauser Friday 7:00am James & Cora McNeive and Family Saturday 4:30pm St. Elizabeth Parish Family Sunday 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30am Robert & Marietta Munkers 10:00am Anthony Tran Readings for the Week of October 8, 2018 Mon: Gal 1:6-12/Ps 111:1b-2, 7-8, 9 and 10c [5]/Lk 10:25-37 Tues: Gal 1:13-24/Ps 139:1b-3, 13-14ab, 14c-15 [24b]/Lk 10:38-42 Wed: Gal 2:1-2, 7-14/Ps 117:1bc, 2/Lk 11:1-4 Thu: Gal 3:1-5/Lk 1:69-70, 71-72, [69]/Lk 11:5-13 Fri: Gal 3:7-14/Ps 111:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6 [5]/Lk 11:15-26 Sat: Gal 3:22-29/Ps 105:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [8a]/Lk 11:27-28 Next Sunday: Wis 7:7-11/Ps 90:12-13, 14-15, [14]/Heb 4:12-13/Mk 10:17-30 or 10:17-27

7 O C T O B E R 7, Church Office: 2 East 75th St. Kansas City, MO Office Hours: Monday Friday 8am 4:30pm Website: Office...(816) Fax.....(816) Pastor Fr. Greg Haskamp. ext ghaskamp@stekc.org Pastoral Associate Dcn. Mike McLean....ext mmclean@stekc.org Secretary Beth Cressey...ext bcressey@stekc.org Business Manager Vicky Kinney....ext vkinney@stekc.org Director Music/Liturgy Susie Adams......ext sadams@stekc.org Director Stewardship/Development Heather Solis..ext hsolis@stekc.org Social Services Teresa Medina...ext tmedina@stekc.org School of Religion Amy Wantz.....awantz@stekcschool.org Confirmation Erin Gabert...eringabert1977@gmail.com RCIA Mary Cary..mary.cary@rockhurst.edu School Office 14 West 75th St., Kansas City, MO Website: Office (816) Fax......(816) Principal Pat Kollasch. pkollasch@stekcschool.org Assistant Principal Joann Aubuchon.jaubuchon@stekcschool.org Administrative Assistant Pat Dennis..pdennis@stekcschool.org Receptionist MIKE S WINE AND SPIRITS Brookside 21 W. 63rd St Waldo 85th & Wornall Westport 1106 Westport Rd St. Elizabeth Catholic Church stekc.weshareonline.org Judy Johnson REALTOR judyjohnson@kansascityhomes.com WALDO PRAIRIE VILLAGE Dan Kelley REALTOR dkelley@kansascityhomes.com Over 20 Years Experience Licensed - Insured Residential - Commercial - Industrial COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE 311 W. 74th (816) Joe Saubers, Parishioner Quality Work at a Fair Price Jeff Chaney Interior & Exterior Painting (816) Rich Caffrey, Owner Muehlebach Funeral Care & Cremation Services Family owned and operated since 1954 For ad info. call St. Elizabeth, Kansas City, MO B 4C

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