SAINT AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH OCTOBER 7, 2018 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time And people were bringing children to him that he might touch them, but the disciples rebuked them. When Jesus saw this he became indignant and said to them, "Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Amen, I say to you, whoever does not accept the kingdom of God like a child will not enter it." Then he embraced them and blessed them,placing his hands on them. MK 10: 13-16 5130 Wilson Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 Parish Office Hours Monday Friday 8am - 4pm Phone: 314.771.1228 FAX: 314.771.0454 St. Ambrose School Phone: 314.772.1437 www.stambroseonthehill.co m PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We, the members of St. Ambrose Parish, believe that, through our faith and baptism, we have been called to give witness to the values of Jesus as expressed in the Gospel and teachings of our Church.
SAINT AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH PARISH STAFF IMPORTANT INFORMATION Msgr. Vincent Bommarito........Pastor Rev. Mr. Joseph Fragale.Deacon Sharon Gambaro..Bookkeeper Vicki Calcaterra....Secretary Parish Office Directory: 771-1228, mailbox #: Msgr. Vincent Bommarito... 1.....frvinceb@gmail.com Vicki Calcaterra...2 secretary@stambroseonthehill.com Sharon Gambaro 3...sgambaro@stambroseonthehill.com Joe Fragale 4.. jfragale@stambroseonthehill.com Masses Monday - Friday...6:30 am School Masses (While School is in Session) Tuesday & Friday.8:00 am Weekend Masses Saturday.........5 pm Sunday....7, 9 and 11 am Communion Service Saturday 7:30 am Holy Day Mass Schedule 6:30 and 9 am, 12:00 noon Confession Saturday 4:00-4:30 pm Adoration Each Friday 8:30 am-12 pm when school is in session. St. Ambrose School 5110 Wilson Ave. (314) 772-1437 http://school.stambroseonthehill.com/ Barbara Zipoli.....Principal 114... bzipoli@stambroseonthehill.com Linda Gambaro...... Secretary 116 Marriage Call the pastor to discuss your wedding arrangements. You may have a wedding at St. Ambrose if you have been an active member of the parish for at least six months. RCIA Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults If you are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, please speak with Deacon Joe Fragale at 314-686-9110. Classes are on Monday evenings, beginning Oct. 15 and continuing until Easter. Eucharistic Ministers/Lectors If you would like to volunteer to help with this ministry, please call the rectory. St. Vincent de Paul Society For more info please call 289-6101, ext 1131. Choirs To join the Sunday choir, contact Gary Scott at the rectory. Bulletin Articles are due at least 10 days before distribution. E-mail articles to Vicki Calcaterra. secretary@stambroseonthehill.com PSR Contact the South City Deanery PSR Nancy Haselhorst at 314-773-3070. Leave a message. Children s Liturgy of the Word This is a short worship service for children aged 3-10 years. The service is offered during each 9 am Sunday Mass during the school year. Rectory Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8 am - 4 pm Use entrance located between rectory and school.
PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, Oct. 7: Columbus Day Parade & Festa 10 a.m. 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8: FIAO beginners Italian 7pm FIAO advanced Italian 7pm IPC mtg 6pm ED Lit Hall Tuesday, Oct. 9: Mt. Carmel 6:39 Hall Wednesday, Oct. 10: Ladies clean church after 6:30 am mass Young Adult Group 6:30 pm Hall Thursday, Oct. 11: Senior Citizens Noon Hall FIAO Travelers Italian 7pm ED FIAO Special topics Italian 7pm LIT Friday, Oct 12: Knitting/Crochet 9 noon ED Adoration Chess Club 3 4:15 pm ED St. Ambrose Sacrificial Giving Summary 2018-19 Goal (July 1 June 30) $535,600 Weekly information Week Ending 9/16/2018 Amount budgeted: $ 10,300.00 Amount collected: $ 8,890.00 Surplus (Shortfall): ($ 1,410.00) Year-to-date information Amount budgeted: $ 123,600.00 Amount collected: $ 131,728.00 Surplus (Shortfall): $ 8,128.00 Sacrament of Baptism Baptismal classes (for the first child only) will be held on the second Sunday of the month after the 9 am Mass. Baptisms will be scheduled after completion of baptismal classes. For information and to schedule a class, please contact Deacon Joe Fragale at 314-686-9110 or by email jfragale@stambroseonthehill.com. Baptisms are performed on the first and third Sunday of the month at Noon, and at 12:30 pm for visiting priests/deacons. Saturday, Oct. 13 Health & Wellness Set-up 8 a.m. 12 Hall Around town St. Francis of Assisi Church 1000 Luebbering Road Luebbering, MO 63061 Please Pray for those who have requested prayers: Diane, Jeff, Joenae, Keith, Sharon, Linda, lue, Josephine, Cindy, Madeline, Mel, Bradley, Dave, Mary Louise, Rosemary Mimoza,Rosemarie, Bill, DanielFrancis, Rich, Kathy, Elizabeth Caroline, Taryn, Bethany, Florense Mae If you have a prayer request, please contact Vicki at 771-1228 or e-mail her at secretary@stambroseonthehill.com. Each prayer request will be honored for a month. Call to replace a name. Meat Shoot, Craft & Antique Fair STOCK GUNS ONLY Will be Gauged SUNDAY OCTOBER 21 st - 11 am 4 pm OVEN-ROASTED TURKEY DINNER Take Hhighway 30to FF in Londelll, 3miles to Luebbering Road
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK Saturday, October 6 7:30 am Communion Service 5:00 pm Betty Pirone Sunday, October 7, 7:00 am Connie & Babe Economon 69 th anniversary 9:00 am For the People 11:00 am Antonio Panzeri Monday, October 8 6:30 am Aldo della Croce Tuesday, October 9 6:30 am Rosemary Pisani 8:00 am Antonio & Marie Antonia Peri Wednesday, October 10 6:30 am Anthony Garavaglia Thursday, October 11 6:30 am Sarah Marchesi Friday, October 12 6:30 am Frances Gianino 8:00 am Helen Cortivo. Saturday, October 13 7:30 am Communion Service 5:00 pm Paul J. Berra, Jr. Sunday, October 14 7:00 am In Honor of Teresa of Avila 9:00 am For the People 11:00 am Mr. & Mrs. Angelo Carnaghi The month of OCTOBER is dedicated to OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY Our heavenly intercessor knows of our daily needs, help, and protection. Come join the Villa Sisters in praying the rosary to Mary who fulfills our needs. YOU ARE INVITED Place: GROTTO (Rain days inside convent chapel Time: 5:15 p.m. When: Monday thru Friday Piazza Imo To commemorate the groundbreaking of the Piazza Imo we have created a gold shovel pin for sale to the public. The cost is $10.00 and the pins can be purchased at the rectory during normal working hours. All profits from the sale of the pins will be used for the maintenance of the Piazza. WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN ST. AMBROSE PARISH? If you are not currently registered in another parish and wish to join our parish, please complete this form and place it the collection basket or mail it to: St. Ambrose Rectory, 5130 Wilson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110. We will see that you receive a registration form. NAME: _ ADDRESS: ZIP CODE: PHONE #: E-MAIL
A ministry group forming for those 21 39 seeking a community that is faith focused and SCHOOL NEWS Seventh Grade worked on properties of matter by measuring and calculating the mass, volume, density, and weight of different objects. OCTOBER 13 & 14 5:00 pm 7:00 am 9:00 am 11:00 am Lector: M. Devoti T. Buckley School children D. Carneghi Eucharistic V. Calcaterra E. Barni P. Shaver J. Johnson Ministers: S. Favazza D. Kuchta L. Catone M.Mense R. Brissette M. Wohlert M Bishop l. Tomlinson B. Lenzini M. Kiser Servers: B. Begley Buckleys G. Fogarty O. Brusatti G. Kelly J. Knobbe G. G.ibbons E. Kelly L.Will On November 6, when cellist Patricia Gitto will share her talents. Around the world, Taize services are planned and presented by people from all walks of life and from all religious backgrounds. If you would like to suggest any possible speakers--including perhaps yourself--or put forth ideas for focus in our services, please let us know. Taize is a movement of the people. St. Ambrose Young Adult Group (YAG) ~Spiritual~Social~Service~ also a place for fellowship. YAG is for all those strong in faith, those seeking faith, those questioning faith, and/or those desiring faith. Spiritual Socials 2 nd Wednesdays of the Month 7-8PM Parish Hall 8PM--?? Post Gathering at Milo s (food/drink at own expense) These Wednesdays will be a time of prayer and fellowship. Join us for prayer & stay for fellowship, good food/drinks, and conversation. Faith Seeking Nights 4 th Wednesdays of the Month 7-9PM Parish Hall 9PM--?? Post Gathering at Milo s (food/drink at own expense) These Wednesdays will be different each month guest speakers, testimonies from members, diving into scripture, discussing our faith, etc. Check our newsletter/facebook for more details, other YAG events, service opportunities, and Wednesday evening cancelations. Questions or to sign up for the newsletter send an email to YAG Coordinators stambroseyag@gmail.com Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/stambroseyag/ The Cub Scouts will be selling popcorn after Masses on October 13 & 14
JOIN FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN! When you buy a ticket for $150, you will be automatically entered into: 8 MONTHLY DRAWINGS FOR $150 EACH BEGINNING IN AUGUST 2018 ONE GRAND PRIZE DRAWING FOR $3000 AN INVITATION FOR YOU AND A GUEST TO ATTEND THE 150 CLUB PARTY ON FEBRUARY 23, 2019 ON THE TOP FLOOR OF Windows on Washington FOR AN EVENING OF DINNER & DANCING The St. Ambrose Catholic School On the Hill 150 Club is a fundraiser that will provide tuition assistance for school families, who want to give their children a quality Catholic Education, but need financial assistance to afford it. It will also provide dollars towards various school improvements and more. St. Ambrose Young Adult Group (YAG) ~Spiritual~Social~Service~ Complete the registration form below; put it in the collection on Sunday or Mail to: St. Ambrose Church 5130 Wilson Ave St. Louis, MO 63110 Tickets- $150 each Make checks payable to: St. Ambrose Church In the Memo: 150 Club Name Address City State & Zip Code Phone Email Office Use Only: Check# Cash A ministry group forming for those 21 39 seeking a community that is faith focused and also a place for fellowship. YAG is for all those strong in faith, those seeking faith, those questioning faith, and/or those desiring faith. Spiritual Socials 2 nd Wednesdays of the Month 7-8PM Parish Hall 8PM--?? Post Gathering at Milo s (food/drink at own expense) These Wednesdays will be a time of prayer and fellowship. Join us for prayer & stay for fellowship, good food/drinks, and conversation. Faith Seeking Nights 4 th Wednesdays of the Month 7-9PM Parish Hall 9PM--?? Post Gathering at Milo s (food/drink at own expense) These Wednesdays will be different each month guest speakers, testimonies from members, diving into scripture, discussing our faith, etc. Check our newsletter/facebook for more details, other YAG events, service opportunities, and Wednesday evening cancelations. Questions or to sign up for the newsletter send an email to YAG Coordinators stambroseyag@gmail.com Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/stambroseyag/ St. Ambrose Bible Study Update Please join us on Tuesday, November 6 as we begin the St. Ambrose Bible Study! Why should we study the bible? St. Jerome, a priest and Doctor of the Church, famously insisted that Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ. If we are to be authentic disciples of Jesus Christ, therefore, an ongoing and ever-deeper encounter with Scripture is simply required of us. When will the bible study be conducted? The first series of study sessions will begin on Tuesday, November 6 and will run for six weeks, concluding on December 11. The next series of sessions will begin after the holidays. Stay tuned for those dates and times. What will be studied? Each week the Old and New Testament readings will be studied for the upcoming Sunday Liturgy. Thus each week is a new beginning, and if you have to miss a particular study session you will never be left behind! Successive series of study sessions will also be conducted to follow the readings of the liturgical year we will simply be studying the Scriptures along with the whole Church. How will the studies be conducted? The class will be conducted by way of lecture and collaborative conversation/questions. There will be no homework or advance préparation necessary for any session. Just show up and participate in whatever way is most comfortable for you. There is no cost to participate (please disregard earlier bulletin announcements stating that we would be using the Ignatius Bible Study book), and we will have bibles available for participants to use during each session. While the New American Bible (NAB) will be the preferred translation for our study (as it is used in the liturgy),, you should of course feel free to bring your own personal bible if you prefer, of whatever translation. We will also provide recommendations for more extensive study materials that can be pursued outside of class, for those who might be interested. Thanks and please notify me at jfragale@stambroseonthehill.com or at 314.686.9110 if you are interested in participating.
The candles in the back of church are a very important to us and a big part of our Catholic tradition. As you probably already know, they have not been functioning properly and alternatives are being looked into so the system can be replaced. We will update everyone soon as to when the new system will be installed. Thank you for your patience. Italian Consul Office Representative May come to St. Louis In 2019 There is an opportunity for a representative from the Italian Consul Office in Chicago, Giuseppe Finocchiaro, to come to St. Louis next this year to help individuals obtain Italian passports and Italian citizenship. However, we must demonstrate there are a sufficient number of individuals in St. Lois who are in need of these services. We are compiling a list of those in St. Louis who would like to take advantage of this opportunity. Appointments will be necessary. In addition, individuals must present their documentation to a member of our committee before you are given an appointment to meet with the representative from Chicago. For additional information please contact one of the following: Rio or Marianne Vitale 314.846.5802 Vincenzo DiPiazza 314.707.2429 Angelo Sita 314.781.9341 Chris Stephens 314.308.0113 Did you realize that we have been blessed with the presence of our sisters, of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in our school and parish for 77 years. The Foundress is Mother Clelia Merloni. The Cardinals and Bishops of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints, recognized the miracle attributed to her intercession. This is the final phase of the process which took place in Brazil in1951 and cleared the way for her beatification. On April 10, we received the news from the Vatican that the Mass of Beatification will be held on November 3, 2018 in the Basilica of St. John Lateran, Rome, Italy. This is the Church s official recognition of her holiness. Once the person is beatified he or she receives the title, Blessed and may be venerated in the liturgical worship of the Church in a designated area.
St. Ambrose Society St. Ambrose Society 4 th Annual Taste of St. Mary s Sunday, October 21 st 1-4 PM St. Mary s High School Gym 4701 S. Grand Giada Catarinicchia, Michael Baur, Ainsley Armstrong, Sean Corkery & Camila Torres assisted the St. Ambrose Society in preparing & serving meals for the St. Peter & Paul Homeless Shelter as they continue to complete their service hours in preparation for receiving the sacrament of Confirmation this coming May. October Schedule & Other Upcoming Events Fr. Dempsey Home Wednesday, Oct 3, 6:00-7:30pm Prepare meals for homeless veterans in school cafeteria Fr. Dempsey Home Thursday, Oct 4, 3:30-5:30pm Serve meals to homeless veterans at Fr. Dempsey s Sandwich Program Preparation Saturday, Oct 13, 8:30 10:30am Prepare food for sandwich making on Oct 15 in the Church Hall Sandwich Program (St. Patrick, Biddle House, St. Peter & Paul Monday, Oct 15, 6:00-7:30pm Prepare sandwiches for homeless shelters in the Church Hall St. Peter & Paul Thursday, Oct 19, 4:30-7:30pm Serve meals for homeless at St. Peter & Paul heal hall St. Peter & Paul Thursday, Oct 25, 6:00-8:00pm Prepare meals for homeless shelter in school cafeteria St. Peter & Paul Friday, Oct 26, 6:00-8:00pm Serve meals in homeless shelter at St. Peter & Paul Missionaries of Charity Saturday, Oct 27, 8:45 11:30am Assist the St. Teresa of Calcutta nuns in their soup kitchen St. Vincent s Orphanage Friday Nov 2, 6:00-9:30pm Staff needed for annual fundraiser to support the orphanage All restaurants owned or partially owned by St. Mary s Grads. Enjoy craft beer samples, wine tastings, and acoustic entertainment. Some featured restaurants: Sam s Steakhouse, Biggie s, The Original Crusoe s, Stacked Burger Bar, Imo s (S. Spring), The Mack, Orlando s Catering, The Feasting Fox, 3Up 3Down Home Plate Pizza, DB s Sports Bar, Good Buddy s, Cecil Whittaker s (S. Grand), The Fillmore Events, Donut Drive In and more! $25 inclusive tickets on sale now at www.smhsaa.com (Tickets also available at the door) To volunteer, contact Deacon Joe @jfragale@stambroseonthehill.com or 314-686-9110
CIAO St Louis and St. Ambrose Church Family Health & Wellness Fair Sunday, October 14, 2018 9:00 am 1:00 pm St. Ambrose Church Hall Blood pressure screenings Visiting Nurse Association: o Flu (3 years and older ) and pneumonia vaccines o MUST present health insurance card Health insurance education Nutrition Education and Assessment Alzheimer s Education and Information Sessions Many vendors providing health education and resources that are available to the community Health awareness activities for children Free Raffles Healthy Refreshments Agencies with information and services: o Health Literacy Ministry o Alzheimer s Association o Center for Hearing and Speech o On the Hill Health Mart Pharmacy Register for free monthly vitamins for children 2-12 years o Oasis Lifelong Adventure o Aging Answers o We Care Mobile Dental o Body, Mind Spirit and Holistic Solutions o St. Louis Community College Brain food tasting Nutrition Assessments o Abbott EMS o Missouri Poison Center o Nursing Specialties-Nurses for You o St Ambrose Prayer Shawl Ministry o American Red Cross o Cardinal Glennon Children s Hospital o Total Access Urgent Care o Morganford Massage and Spa 5-minute chair massages FOR MORE INFORMATION, Please contact Loretta April, 314-550-4059
PIAZZA IMO On June 20, 2018, the Hill Piazza committee held a groundbreaking ceremony announcing the dream of a Piazza on The Hill is a reality. The plan to build a beautiful Italian inspired piazza, in front of St. Ambrose Church has begun. An area to provide a central gathering place; an outside space to educate our children and a contemplatively spot to rest, meditate and reflect. Although we have the funding to initiate the construction of the Piazza, we must continue to raise funds to complete and maintain this new inspiration on the Hill. There are exciting opportunities to consider for naming rights. A few examples are tree memorials, planters, wall fountains, and benches. If you are interested in purchasing a naming right, please contact Cathy Ruggeri-Rea at 314-304-2962 to review details COMMEMORATIVE ITEMS 4 CHESS TABLES $25,000.00 each 2 WALL FOUNTAINS $25,000.00 each 1 ENCASED TELEVISION (informational/educational) $20,000.00 8 BENCHES $15,000.00 each 6 POLE LAMPS $10,000.00 each 8 LONDON PLAN TREES $10,000.00 each 22 PLANTERS $ 3,000.00 each UNLIMITED MEMORIAL WALLLPANELS 10 x 10 Panel (5 lines) $ 5,000.00 8 x 10 Panel (3 lines) $ 3,000.00 1 Lines of Print $ 1,000.00 Make checks payable to the Hill Piazza, Inc. and mail to 6801 Hoffman 63139 attention Cathy. The Hill Piazza, Inc. is a 501 (3) organization and donations are tax deductible.