Immaculate Conception Church Staff Connection... Parish Mission Statement Immaculate Conception Catholic Church celebrates the Eucharist and proclaims the gospel in worship, through our love of God and for each other, and with our ministry to the marginalized. We journey together in our faith, united by our trust in Christ s love and mercy and the powerful intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. May 27, 2018 Holy Trinity Sunday What kind of God do you believe in? It is not enough to say I believe in God. Our God is different from the pagan s god. The readings for this Sunday have been chosen to help us clarify and to banish from our minds all the wrong images of God we might have. The first reading from the book of Deuteronomy was written to console the Jews enslaved in Babylon. The author invites them to reflect on the great events of their history to nourish their hope, and to compare Yahweh and what He has done for them and what people say their gods did for them. They will conclude that no god has ever intervened so powerfully on behalf of his people. The knowledge that they have a God who loves them and protects them, who takes such interest in His people, means that they must not despair. The image of God that is revealed to us by the Scripture is a God who takes exceptional interest in our human condition/problems and intervenes to help and save us. Paul describes what baptism does for us. We are no longer just creatures or slaves. We are now God s children and share in His own life in a special way. The given Spirit urges us to cry out to God, in joy and trust. This is why God revealed Himself to us in order to tell us that we are His beloved children, brothers and sisters of Christ transformed by the power of His Spirit. Baptism is not magic conferring automatic salvation. It is a seed of life that must be nurtured and allowed to grow and produce fruit. The Apostles have been entrusted with the task of bringing all people to God. Christ invests in them with His own authority and sends them into the whole world. We too have the same mission entrusted to us to invite many people to the family of God which is always open to receive and welcome new children. God is with us at our side every day, to the end of time. Are we convinced of this? Are we the sign of God s presence in our society? Happy Trinity Sunday! Mungu ametenda mambo makuu. Fr. Chumo Mass Schedule Monday & Thursday 12:10PM Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 7AM Saturday 8:30AM Vigil Mass Saturday 4:30PM Sunday 8:30 & 10:30AM George Green Parish Center 113 North Geneva Street Ithaca, NY 14850 *** 607/273-6121 Hours: Mon. Fri. 8:00AM 4:00PM Sacraments Baptism: A preparation session is required before the baptism of your child. Please call 273-6121 prior to your due date for an appointment. Reconciliation: Saturday 2:30P 4PM Marriage: Please call 273-6121 at least 6 months in advance of your anticipated wedding date. Anointing of the Sick: to request this sacrament. Hospitalizations: if your loved one is in the hospital.
NEXT SUNDAY JUNE 3, 2018 SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY BODY & BLOOD OF CHRIST 2ND COLLECTION BUILDING MAINTENANCE Date The Week Ahead... Mass Intentions Sunday 5-27 8:30AM Joseph & Magdalen Benedict & DM of the Benedict Family from John & Josephine Churey 10:30AM Louis, June, Paul Jacks & Virginia & Walford Cousins from Carmen Jacks Monday 5-28 OFFICE CLOSED-Memorial Day 9:00AM Deceased Members of Immaculate Conception Memorial Day Tuesday 5-29 Wednesday 5-30 7:00AM Poor Souls in Purgatory from M. Wood 7:00AM June Judy Protts from Maureen McCabe & Donald Power Thursday 5-31 12:10PM George Zavaski from Kerman Glaser Friday 6-1 7:00AM Michael Welch from Bill & Mary Welch Page 2 Saturday 6-2 8:30AM Theresa Flacco from Gerry & Carol Lawrence 4:30PM George Gary Jaynes from Josephine Jaynes & Family Sunday 6-3 8:30AM For Parishioners 10:30AM Margaret Donohue John from Jim John SUNDAY, MAY 27 HOLY TRINITY MONDAY, MAY 28 MEMORIAL DAY OFFICE CLOSED 9:00A MASS AT CALVARY CEMETERY TUESDAY, MAY 29 1:00P FOOD PANTRY 5:30P ADULT CHOIR-CH WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 5:30P CONTEMP GRP-CH FRIDAY, JUNE 1 7:30-11A EXPOSITION/BENEDICT. Ending the Year of the Eucharist The Year of the Eucharist will conclude on June 3, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, also known as Corpus Christi. Fr. Chumo will hold Solemn Vespers and Benediction on Sunday, June 3, 2018 from 3-4pm to celebrate the culmination of the Year of the Eucharist. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend, as we re-commit ourselves to the Most Holy Eucharist. Banns of Marriage II Banns of Marriage I Erica Stapleton & Greg Colon Courtney Bangs & Shawn Lauper Diocesan 150 Anniversary Books We will continue to have the Diocesan Anniversary books available ($30 donation) through the end of June. They would make good gifts for Father s Day, give to friends, or adorn your own library. Books are located inside the church and envelopes are available to send your donation in. This Book shows the history of the diocese which our parish is a part of, and includes photo s of all Parishes. Lector Training Have you ever thought about getting involved in the parish but not sure where help is needed? Well, here is your chance to use your gifts. We are in need of lectors to help proclaim the Word at Mass. On Sunday, June 3rd, following the 10:30am Mass, we will hold a Lector Training session in the church to learn the routine and motions of now to be a Lector. If you are interested, please contact Rich at the parish office so we know how many to plan for. CMA 2017-2018 We are on the last weeks before the due date! Your help to meet our goal is much appreciated. Our gratitude to everyone who has already made their pledge and contributed. We have significant progress. Here is our current standing. Current status: 233 Families Goal $60,246 88.47% $53,298 Memorial Day Mass at Calvary Cemetery Join us for our annual Memorial Day Mass on Monday, May 28th at 9:00 am at Calvary Cemetery next to the Mausoleum. There will be a collection to help with the operating expenses for our cemetery. (In case of rain, Mass will be held in the Church). On this memorial day we remember all those who stood in service and defense for our country, especially all the military members of Immaculate Conception. We honor you, and we salute you. Annual Graduation Recognition Each year, Immaculate Conception recognizes all students graduating from middle school, high school and college. If you have a teen who will be graduating this June, please contact Rich Rasmussen at the parish office (607) 2736121 x102 OR Rich.Rasmussen@dor.org by Tuesday, May 29. We will recognize our graduates at the 10:30am Mass on Sunday, June 3. Our Offering to the Lord May 20, 2018 Plate Collection $6,156 Electronic ACH $195 *********************************************** Diocesan Missions $1,516 *********************************************** Attendance 539
NEXT SUNDAY JUNE 3, 2018 SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY BODY & BLOOD OF CHRIST 2ND COLLECTION BUILDING MAINTENANCE Learn Swahili with Fr. Chumo -angu = mine -ako = yours Grammar Points Possessives Jina langu ni Jessica = My name is Jessica Jina lako ni Jessica = Your name is Jessica -ake = his/hers Jina lake ni Jessica = Her name is Jessica Jina lake ni David = His name is David Parish Directory Lifetouch, who has taken over from the former Olan Mills Portrait Studio, will be working with us on a new Parish Directory. The last time we had a directory printed was in 2011, so it is high time for us to do an update! We have them scheduled for 2 sitting sessions, on Friday and Saturday in August & September. We hope to be able to cater to families who have children home from college. Please start thinking about what type of photo portrait you would like to have for your family. More information to come in the following weeks. The Word Among Us A booklet entitled The Word Among Us is a monthly publication containing daily reflections and meditations, and the complete Catholic Mass and is available to all parishioners. It is enhanced with interesting articles and all daily readings. Copies are on the tables by the entrances to church and a donation of $1 is requested. We are pleased to be able to offer this to our parishioners! Prayer Circle News Prayer changes things! The Immaculate Conception Prayer Circle includes many parishioners who pray for prayer requests. If you have a prayer request or would like to join the Prayer Circle, please send a notice to Cathy Cooke at ccooke103@gmail.com. Parish Pastoral Council Congratulations to our newest members of the Parish Pastoral Council consisting of: Mary Bontzolakes Shirley Engman Anne Adesso Mary Gonyea Joe Spencer and our new Youth Representative: Maria Robinson We look forward to your ideas and input and welcome you to our team! WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT OUR FAITH? Learning about our faith is not just something for children. As children, we only learn the tip of the iceberg of what it means to be Catholic. To help us deepen our relationship with Jesus, we now have CD s available from Lighthouse Media in the vestibule with various presentations on topics of faith. We will be rotating the CD s offered and offer topics for children, Youth and Adults. You will find the CD s in a display case on the south wall of the vestibule near the office. See the listing below for this week s suggestions. There is a suggested donation of $3 to defray the cost of the CD s. Page 3 Attention high school and college seniors and those graduating from 8th grade. On June 3rd during the 10:30 a.m. Mass we will be recognizing your achievements and marking a new beginning on your life s journey. We will give a special blessing and will have a small gift for you. If you would like to be recognized please contact Rich at the parish office by Tuesday, May 29th. His contact information can be found below. Rich.Rasmussen@dor.org/607-273-6121 RESPECT LIFE The 40 Days For Life-Ithaca team will be tabling at the Ithaca Festival on Saturday, June 2nd from 10am until 6pm. Stop by and say hello! This year s theme is Celebrating the artist in everyone. Help celebrate the artistry of The Master Potter `~ God, Our Creator, the Author of Life. There will be activities for children and youth and meaningful conversation about life-affirming options. If you are interested in volunteering for a 2-hour shift to witness to the Sanctity of Life, please contact Carolann Darling, 607-351-6668. At the start of each new day, get into the habit of trusting it in the Lord s hands & put yourself in His protection. PARISH STAFF Fr. Augustine Chumo ext. 105 Pastor Fr.Augustine.Chumo@dor.org Erika Linsdell ext. 101 Parish Administrative Assistant Erika.Linsdell@dor.org Gary Vrabel ext. 111 Music Ministry HolySpearRats@gmail.com David Zellinger Finance Director David.Zellinger@dor.org Kathleen Adessa Bookkeeping Kathleen.Adessa@dor.org CONTACT INFORMATION Main Office 607/273-6121 Fax: 607/273-0185 www.immconch.org IImmacul@dor.org www.facebook.com/immconch YOUTH & FAMILY Rich Rasmussen ext. 102 Pastoral & Catechetical leader Rich.Rasmussen@dor.org Dan Hurley-Deacon 585-319-8205 Dan.Hurley@dor.org BULLETIN REQUESTS: E-mail: iimmacul@dor.org no later than Mondays @ 4p Calvary Cemetery 272-5780 638 Five Mile Drive, Ithaca Mike Moravec-Cemetery Manager
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