NOVEMBER 6, 2016 THE THIRY-SECOND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME Saint Patrick C A T H O L I C C H U R C H 120 Fifth Street N.W. Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405 Parish Phone Number Parish Office... (319) 362-7966 Office Hours Hours... Mon-Fri 8:00 am-4:00 pm Staff Pastor...Father Ivan Nienhaus DBQ031@arch.pvt.k12.ia.us Deacons..Deacon Dan Hoeger deacondan@stpatrickscr.org..deacon Sean Smith deaconsean@stpatrickscr.org Pastoral Ministers... Penny Ackerman packerman@stpatrickscr.org... Cindy Koczo ckoczo@stpatrickscr.org Director of Religious Ed... Geralyn Ward gward@stpatrickscr.org Youth/Young Adult Minister Kristin Soukup ksoukup@stpatrickscr.org Bookkeeper... Tom Hanley thanley@stpatrickscr.org Secretary... Christine Kullander secretary@stpatrickscr.org Music Director... Sue May... smay@stpatrickscr.org Adult Choir Director... Sue May Children s Choir Director Kellie Jorgenson... kellies16@outlook.com Maintenance/Custodian...Larry Pesek lpesek@stpatrickscr.org Prayer Line Phone... (319) 365-2364 The ARK Book & Gift Shop Phone... (319) 200-4591 Metro Catholic Outreach... www.metrocatholicoutreach.com
Weekly Scripture Readings for the Week of November 6, 2016 Sunday: 2 Mc 7:1-2, 9-14/Ps 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15/2 Thes 2:16--3:5/Lk 20:27-38 Monday: Ti 1:1-9/Ps 24:1-6/Lk 17:1-6 Tuesday: Ti 2:1-8, 11-14/Ps 37:3-4, 18, 23, 27, 29/Lk 17:7-10 Wednesday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/Ps 46:3-6, 8, 11/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17/Jn 2:13-22 Thursday: Phlm 7-20/Ps 146:7-10/Lk 17:20-25 Friday: 2 Jn 4-9/Ps 119:1-2, 10-11, 17-18/Lk 17:26-37 Saturday: 3 Jn 5-8/Ps 112:1-6/Lk 18:1-8 Next Sunday: Mal 3:19-20a/Ps 98:5-9/2 Thes 3:7-12/Lk 21:5-19 Financial Stewardship For the week of October 30, 2016: Contribution Envelopes: $14,474.00 Stewardship Needed: $12,250.00 Received Year To Date: $218,266.35 Needed Year To Date: $220,500.00 Remember St. Patrick in your last will and in memorials Capital Campaign 2015 For the week of October 30, 2016: Capital Campaign Goal: $250,000 Received to Date: $209,586.24 Yet to Collect: $40,413.76 Tuck Pointing, Window Painting and Concrete Work. Mass Intentions Saturday, November 5 4:00 PM Cletus Wehr Sunday, November 6 8:00 AM For the People 10:00 AM Frank Havlicek and Monica Sullivan 12 Noon Gregory M. Schulte and Reginald Schulte Tuesday, November 8 8:30 AM Deceased Members of Sebetka and Pudil Families Wednesday, November 9 8:30 AM Rick Ryan Thursday, November 10 8:30 AM Irene Campagna Friday, November 11 8:30 AM Jim Bruner Saturday, November 12 4:00 PM John Barger Sunday, November 13 8:00 AM Henry Hoppe 10:00 AM Lee Hindman 12 Noon For the People Scripture Reflection 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 6, 2016 Those who are deemed worthy to attain to the coming age and to the resurrection of the dead neither marry nor are given in marriage. Jesus response to the Sadducees regarding their question about the resurrection of the dead actually raises another question for us: what about marriage in heaven? We understand marriage to be until death do us part, but what exactly becomes of this special relationship in the afterlife? An interesting interpretation comes from Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, the Preacher of the Papal Household, who said marriage does not come to a complete end at death but is transfigured (Homily, November 10, 2006). Catholic author Stephen Ray described it this way in a letter to his mother who was grieving the loss of her husband: We cannot understand our new spiritual bodies and heavenly existence any more than a caterpillar can comprehend what it will be like to be a butterfly. We cannot anticipate how personal relationships will flower in glory any more than [an] acorn can anticipate standing 50 feet tall. Whatever it will be, we can trust it will be wonderful. Liturgical Assignment Weekday Mass Server for November 11 14 Roger Blietz ROSARY FOR THE PILGRIM VIRGIN for the week of Nov 6th - 11th will be at the home of Christina Chalhoub; 1300 Prairieview Dr. NE, Cedar Rapids. If you'd like to host, call 377-4197. 2
Currently we are accepting donations for our Padre Pio Statue. This statue will be prominently displayed in our Church. Thank you in advance for any monetary gifts to help defray the cost of the Padre Pio Statue. SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE is welcoming new members. Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, encourages us to walk the complementary paths of social justice and charitable works. Our mission is to reach out and respond to the needy and vulnerable in our community, as well as to answer the call to support all aspects of Catholic teaching on social justice. Our next meeting is Monday, November 14th at 6:30 PM in the Conference Room of the Parish Office. Please join us! The CATHOLIC LAYMAN S CLUB OF CEDAR RAPIDS would like to extend an invitation for men in our metropolitan area parishes to join us at our weekly, Friday noon luncheon meetings. Our aims and objectives are to pray for and foster vocations to the priesthood and other religious. Also, we pray to establish good fellowship among fellow Catholic parish members in our community. We try to have an interesting speaker each week to help keep us informed about our community. If this is something that might interest you, please call: Roger Blietz at (319) 365-8228 or Joe Goedken at (319) 362-4943. PIETRA FITNESS: If you have missed our evenings of Pietra Fitness, don t worry; you can come and go as your schedule allows. Join us in the Parish Hall on Monday, at 5PM. Bring a mat if you have one, a water bottle, and wear comfortable clothing. Suggested donation is $5.00 per class. NEW PEOPLE ARE ALWAYS NEEDED TO COMMIT ONE HOUR OF THEIR WEEK TO BE IN THE ADORATION CHAPEL. I want to sign up for Eucharistic Adoration: NAME ADDRESS CITY ZIP PHONE EMAIL PLEASE RETURN VIA MAIL (120 5TH ST. NW, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52405) OR DROP IN COLLECTION BASKET AND WE WILL CONTACT YOU. Show your Parish Pride! Now stocked: short sleeve T-shirts, long sleeve T-shirts, crew neck sweatshirt, pullover hoody, zipper hoody, baseball caps, knit caps. Available in adult and youth sizes. It s not too early to think about Christmas. St. Patrick Spiritwear is available in the Parish Office. Cash, check or charge purchases are accepted. WANTED - Part-Time Cashier/Sales/Inventory Person The ARK Catholic Books & Gifts Shop Cedar Rapids, Iowa Discover the Difference You Can Make at The ARK We are dedicated to offering our customers exceptional service in a friendly, warm, peaceful shopping environment. This position will provide quality customer service in our religious book store while operating the cash register, receiving product into the system and stocking shelves. Work week will vary between 12 15 hours including Saturdays and compensation includes an employee discount. Interested parties should contact the Manager, Kyle Flynn (319) 200-4591. Discover What God Wants for Your Marriage and the Five Tools Every Couple Should Know! Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Enrichment. For information, dates and to register go to iowawwme.org or call 563-608-3305. Upcoming Dates; Nov 18-20 @ St Anthony's Center, Marathon City WI; Dec 2-4 @ Clarion Inn, Iowa City IA; Feb 17-19th @ Ramada, Ankeny IA. ljwwme08@gmail.com 3
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RE & Confirmation Calendar Youth Activities Nov 9 Nov 9 Nov 16 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Nov 30 RE Classes PS-8 th 6:30-7:45pm Confirmation Class 6:30-8:00pm RE Classes PS-8 th 6:30-7:45pm Confirmation Class 6:30-8:00pm THANKSGIVING BREAK- NO CLASSES RE Classes PS-8 th 6:30-7:45pm Confirmation Class 6:30-8:00pm Young Adults and Young Professionals of Cedar Rapids (21-39) Anyone in their 20's & 30's is welcome to join us on Saturday nights from 7:30-9PM for Adoration, Evening Prayer, and discussion. For more information, contact Kristin Soukup at ksoukup@stpatrickscr.org. Xavier High School News Eighth Grade Families, Come Discover Xavier High School Monday, Nov. 14th (Doors Open at 6:30 p.m. Program Begins at 7 p.m.) Xavier High School 6300 42nd St. NE, Cedar Rapids Eighth graders and eighth grade parents, mark your calendars for "Discover Xavier Night" on Monday, November 14th. Discover Xavier Night is an excellent opportunity to explore and learn about what makes a Xavier education special and unique. The evening will feature parent & student programs, testimonials, tours and an activity fair. All eighth grade families are invited and welcome to attend regardless of where your student currently attends middle school. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and program will begin at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Cara Joens at 319-294-6635 ext. 313, cara.joens@xaviersaints.org or Tom Keating at 319-294-6635 ext. 305, tom.keating@xaviersaints.org. Additional information is available at XavierSaints.org/DiscoverXavier. 6 MIDDLE SCHOOL: Sunday, November 20th 4:00-6:00pm. (Please note the change of date) Dinner will be provided! Questions? Contact Youth Minister, Kristin Soukup, at ksoukup@stpatrickscr.org or 362-7966. WE ADORE CHRIST IN THIS PARISH. Please call the Parish Office to schedule an hour with our Lord in EUCHARISTIC ADORATION. Holy Family School News JOIN US FOR A VERY SPECIAL EVENING: Holy Family Catholic School System invites you to join us for It Takes A Village: The Joys & Challenges of Christian Parenting... #Jesus" presented by St. Ludmila s Deacon Jim Berger and his wife, Director of Religious Education Sue Berger. Their presentation is THIS Monday, November 7, 6:30 pm 7:30 pm, with refreshments and fellowship following at St. Jude Parish Center, 50 Edgewood Road NW, Cedar Rapids. The presentation is free with free on-site child care available. Contact Robert Gardner at 396-7792 or rgardner@holyfamilycr.org for more information. We hope to see you there! Do your holiday shopping at Holy Family Catholic School System s 3rd Annual CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Saturday, November 19, 10 am 4 pm at St. Jude Center, 3700 1 st Avenue NW, Cedar Rapids. This one-stop shopping fair will feature everything for your holiday gift-giving needs home décor, kitchen and cooking products, fashion accessories, and handcrafted items to name just a few! Join us for this fun event! Calling all Artisans, Crafters, and Small Business Owners! You are invited to participate in Christmas Spectacular! Sell your merchandise during this convenient, one-stop shopping experience that will satisfy all shoppers holiday gift-giving needs. Vendor space is available on a first come first served basis, and every effort will be made to avoid duplication of businesses and products. Contact Dawn Jones at dawnjones30@hotmail.com or Emily VanderTuig at emily.vandertuig@gmail.com for more information. Thank you!
Mon.: Tues.: CALENDAR OF EVENTS For the week of November 7 13, 2016 Eucharistic Study 1PM Adult Ed. Room Pietra Fitness 5PM Parish Hall Sewing Group 5PM Adult Ed. Room Friends in Faith Book Study 9-10AM Coffee Shop Eucharistic Study 9AM Adult Ed. Room Cindy: MethWick 10:30 AM Senior Citizen 500 Card Players 12:30 PM St. Patrick Eucharistic Study 5:30PM Adult Ed. Room Catholic Daughters 6:30 PM Parish Hall Wed.: Eucharistic Study 6:45 AM Celtic Grounds Joyful Hearts Book Club 10AM Ad. Ed. Rm. Eucharistic Study 6:45 PM Conf. Rm. Thurs.: Padre Pio Prayer Group 9AM Youth Room Finance Committee Meeting 6PM Conf. Rm. Pastoral Council Meeting 7PM Conf. Rm. Eucharistic Study 7PM Celtic Grounds Men Eucharistic Study 7PM Adult Ed. Room Women Fri.: Sat.: Sun.: Eucharistic Study 12noon Adult Ed. Room Eucharistic Study 5:30 PM Adult Ed. Room Young Adult Ministry 7:30 PM Celtic Grounds Eucharistic Study 9AM Celtic Grounds Mass Schedule Weekend: Saturday 4PM; Sunday 8AM, 10AM and 12Noon Weekday: Tuesday Friday 8:30 AM in the Chapel Eucharistic Adoration Monday - Saturday 9AM 9PM in the Chapel Sacraments Confessions Weekdays: (Tuesday Friday): 7:45 8:15 AM Saturdays: 3:00 3:45 PM Baptisms Parents must be registered in the Parish and have attended a Baptismal class. Please call the Parish Office for a schedule of classes and to schedule baptisms. Weddings Arrangements should be made at least six months in advance of the wedding date. Ministry to the Sick Please notify the Parish Office if you know of a parishioner who is homebound. Be sure and vote then attend CATHOLIC DAUGHTER'S MEMORIAL SERVICE conducted by Deacon Robert Hurych Tuesday, November 8th at 6:30 PM at St. Patrick's Parish Hall. All are welcome. The next CEO will be held at St.Joseph Catholic Church in Marion on Sunday, November 13 from 6:00 to 7:30 Come hear parishioner Emily Meyer share how the power of prayer, the sacraments, and love, transformed her son and her heart. A light dinner and child care will be provided. There is no charge and all are welcome! Bring a friend! I AM INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF SAINT PATRICK PARISH: NAME ADDRESS CITY ZIP PHONE EMAIL PLEASE RETURN VIA MAIL (120 5TH ST. NW, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52405) OR DROP IN COLLECTION BASKET AND WE WILL CONTACT YOU. 7 INFORMATIONAL MEETING NOVEMBER 27 TH. at 3PM at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 120 5 th St. NW Cedar Rapids in the parish center in the adult ed. room regarding the Pilgrimage to Jordan and the Holy Land with Father Mark Osterhaus February 6-16, 2017. www.pilgrimages.com/johnston for flyer or contact Mary Johnston at 319-560-5138 or blessu45@gmail.com. Total cost $4,219.00 out of Cedar Rapids. CATHOLIC WORKER HOUSE: Check our newly designed website! We spent two days with our team from Geonetric during Operation Overnight. Geonetric overhauled our website to make it as user friendly as possible. Thank you to our team and to Geonetric for all the love and hard work they put into our website. Please visit us at http:// www.catholicworkerhouse.org/ Thank you all for your continued support.