ST. BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH 10755 North 124th Street Scottsdale, Arizona 85259 www.stbernardscottsdale.org Weekend of November 8, 2015
Page 2 Fr. Brian Bell, Pastor "Amen, I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all the other contributors to the treasury." Just two small coins, worth only a few cents--this was the greatest contribution of the day? Jesus explains that this widow's tiny sum was generous in a way that the larger amounts people gave were not. Others made noticeable, "impressive" donations to the Temple treasury, which in fact cost them nothing. These were simply "from their surplus wealth." But the poor widow "contributed all she had, her whole livelihood." She was truly generous, giving what cost her dearly. Her contribution was made out of love, not just out of obligation or for the sake of show. God has given us all different "livelihoods." Some of us have more money, more talents, more resources. Some of us have less. But of course we know that God's love for us is not based on this external data. He loves the rich and the poor alike. The question is whether this external data affects our love for God. Sometimes, those who are poor are more aware of God's providence and protection. Sometimes, they are bitter. As for those who are rich, it can be tempting to feel so comfortable and complacent that they don't recognize their need for God or his action in their lives. But Jesus' message challenges us all today to gratefully give back to God in thanks for whatever he has given us, be it small or great. We are called not to give from our surplus but to share from our very livelihood. That is to say, we are called to acknowledge that our livelihood itself, no matter the details, is a gift from God. Let us follow the wisdom of the widow who showed gratitude for what she had and was truly generous in spite of what she lacked. Middle School Youth! Come and join us for the following Edge Events at St. Bernard's: 11/9 - "SET Part 2-6th Grade" (Monday from 6pm to 7:30pm in the Parish Hall) - This is a Diocese required training event for 6th Graders ONLY. 11/16 - A New Hope (Mondau from 6pm to 7:30pm in the Parish Hall) - What to took place on Easter Sunday? Why is it the most important celebration in the Church? How has it impacted your life? 11/23 - Not So Ordinary (Monday from 6pm to 7:30pm in the Parish Hall) Why is Ordinary Time called ordinary? Why is Ordinary time not so ordinary? What is the point of this season Shannon Hards, Director of Youth Ministry Phone: 480.661.9843 x310 Fax: 614.8092, www.stbernardscottsdale.org; Welcome to St. Bernard of Clairvaux Scottsdale, Arizona Faith Formation News Elementary Faith Formation THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES THIS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11th, IN HONOR OF VETERAN S DAY! Please keep all of our veterans in your prayers for all they do and have done to keep us safe and free. We will be talking to the kids in classes this week and next about how to stay safe by helping them to establish healthy boundaries and relationships. We incorporate safety training into our lesson plans by talking about creation. We are special because we were created uniquely by God and in His image and likeness and we need to see ourselves as God sees us, as an incredible gift! November is National Child Sexual Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Please help us to keep our Church Environment Safe by talking to your children this month about relationships and appropriate behavior in those relationships. Develop a safety plan with your children and talk to them about who they can trust and talk to should they need help! We believe human life is sacred for every person at every moment. We must work together as a Parish Community to protect, the most vulnerable, God s precious children, His beautiful gifts to us! Sacrament classes are now closed. Registration for all other classes is ongoing through the year. Catholic School students needing Sacrament Preparation may sign up for second or third grade in January of 2016. They only need to attend the second semester. As always, if you have any questions, comments or concerns about Elementary Faith Formation, Sacrament Preparation (Elementary, Middle or High School) or Adult Confirmation, please contact me at kstine@diocesephoenix.org or call me at the Parish Office, 480-661-9843 Ext. 309. God s Blessings, Kathie High School Teens! Come join us for the following ife Teen Events at St. Bernard's: 11/13-14 - "Lock-in: The Spirit Awakens" (6pm Friday to 8am Saturday) - We are hosting a lock-in in the Parish Center from 6pm Friday to 8am Saturday morning. We will host a night of activities, games, prayer, a bonfire, and praise and worship. I hope you all can join us for this event! 11/21 - St. Vincent de Paul Project (10am to 2pm) - We will meet at 10 am in the South Lot at St. Bernard s to caravan to a St. Vincent de Paul Center. This will be our service project for the semester. Please be sure to sign up to we can tell tem how many volunteers we will have! 12/6 - Go In Peace (After the 11am Mass in the Teen Room) - What does it mean to go in peace? How can I bring peace to others? How does the Mass prepare me for this? Shannon Hards, Director of Youth Ministry Phone: 480.661.9843 x310 Fax: 480.614.8092 www.stbernardscottsdale.org;
November 8, 2015 Page 3 We invite all men of the Parish to attend our Monday Night Football Social on November 9, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the new Parish Hall. Pizza, beer and soft drinks will be served. Enjoy an evening of football and meet the Knights of Columbus. Men s Ministry Service Project HISPANIC MINISTRY OF ST. BERNARD S CELEBRATION OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Saturday December 5, 2015 5pm Mass with Mariachis, Luminaries, Piñatas, Procession, Mexican Food, & D.J. for dancing 50/50 Raffle Tickets (sold at the door only) Mexican Handicrafts for sale on Nov. 15 & 22 In front of the New Parish Center Adults $25.00 /Children under 12 $10.00/under 5 free. Reserved table sits 8 people/ Or buy individual tickets For more info please call 480.860.6753 www.stbernardscottsdale.org Profits to Support the Hispanic Ministry Lady of Guadalupe Celebration SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL Holiday Food Drive 2015 Once again we are appealing to you, our generous parishioners, to donate groceries, diapers, and personal items for families at St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Phoenix. Please no perishable items. Grocery bags will be distributed at all Masses on the weekend of November 14 & 15, 2015. Please return your filled bags on the weekend of November 21 & 22, 2015 at any Mass. The bags can be placed on the altar steps or given to one of the Vincentians. Thank you, on behalf of all the people you are helping during this Season of Sharing. Vincentians of St. Bernard of Clairvaux Conference Andre House clothes sorting: The Men s Ministry needs 10 volunteers ages 12 and older to assist at Andre House, 213 S. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85007 Date: November 14th Saturday Time: 12pm-3:30pm (meet at St. Bernard s North parking lot by 12 noon and caravan to Andre House) Work: Volunteers will sort through the donations received, and with guidance, determine what should be kept and what should be passed along to another organization. Dress: Casual, comfortable. Jeans/shorts, tennis shoes, sweater/sweatshirt/t-shirt. Clothing may get dirty! Closed-toed shoes, required. Bring water and snack if desired. RSVP Required by November 12th to BOB GOMEZ 480.391.9610 or bob@bcgomez.com Divine Mercy Wednesday s 7:00 p.m. Pope Francis has announced 2015-2016 to be an Extraordinary Jubilee year dedicated to mercy. This holy year of mercy begins December 8th on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. I am convinced that the whole Church will find in this Jubilee the joy needed to rediscover and make fruitful the mercy of God, with which all of us are called to give consolation to every man and woman of our time. Pope Francis 3/2015 Please join us Wednesday s at 7:00 pm, to pray the Rosary, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (given to us by Jesus through S. Faustina), with Adoration and a Healing Mass, as we pray for God s mercy on this country and the world.
Page 4 Welcome to St. Bernard of Clairvaux Scottsdale, Arizona Readings for the Week of November 8, 2015 Sunday: 1 Kgs 17:10-16/Heb 9:24-28/Mk 12:38-44 or 12:41-44 Monday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17/Jn 2:13-22 Tuesday: Wis 2:23--3:9/Lk 17:7-10 Wednesday: Wis 6:1-11/Lk 17:11-19 Thursday: Wis 7:22b--8:1/Lk 17:20-25 Friday: Wis 13:1-9/Lk 17:26-37 Saturday: Wis 18:14-16; 19:6-9/Lk 18:1-8 Next Sunday: Dn 12:1-3/Heb 10:11-14, 18/Mk 13:24-32 Liturgical Publications Inc Safe Environment Training Office Diocesan Procedures for New Volunteers November 7 through November 15 07 Saturday 08 Sunday * The current foundation program is called Protecting God s Children for Adults. * You can find a class and register online by visiting The Safe Environment Training website at www.safeenvironmenttraining.org and clicking on Register for Classes. * After completing your foundation class, either every year or every other year (depending on your volunteer positon and your volunteering location) you will need to complete a safe environment renewal training class, either in person or online. Volunteer Application and Screening * All volunteers must complete a Volunteer Application and sign a Code of Ethics. This will be maintained at your primary volunteer location. 7:30 AM All Souls Novena 9:00 AM St. Bernard s Parishioners 11:00 AM Billy & Andrea Alcock 09 Monday 8:30 AM All Souls Novena 10 Tuesday 8:30 AM All Souls Novena 11 Wednesday 8:30 AM Tom Gallegos 7:30 PM Brian & Jessica Conmy 12 Thursday 8:30 AM Francis John Krawczyk 13 Friday 8:30 AM James Dennis Downing 14 Saturday 5:00 PM Dolores Carrabine 15 Sunday * You will need to complete a Safe Environment Training foundation class in person to learn what you can do to keep children and youth safe. 5:00PM Sandra R. Adducci & Family 7:30 AM Christine Giordano 9:00 AM Maria & Jeff Langhort 11:00 AM St. Bernard's Parishioners Intentions ARE NOT announced during Mass, however, the priest will pray for the Mass Intention while preparing in the vesting Sacristy. If you are attending a particular Mass for the intention of a loved one, and would like to take up the gifts at the Offertory, please contact a member of Hospitality prior to the beginning of Mass. VETERAN S DAY November 11th In observance of Veterans Day The office will be closed after morning Mass. Reconciliation at 6:00pm and Divine Mercy Mass will still take place in the Evening at 7:00pm. St. Bernard of Clairvuax Music Ministry Presents * You will need to provide contact information for 3-5 references to complete the Volunteer Application. Please notify your references they may be contacted. * You may be asked to participate in a face to face interview to ensure appropriate placement. Contact Kathie Stine at kstine@diocesephoenix.org or 480-661-9843 ext. 309. This week the Sanctuary Light will be lit In Loving Memory for Mary Rhea O Keeffe Requested by O Keeffe Reilly Family Kent Campbell, Music Director Featuring over 100 performers of all ages from St. Bernard s Music Ministry With Special Guest Emcee, Tom Ambrose, Former Phoenix Suns executive 3pm Sunday, December 6, 2015 Proceeds benefit St. Bernard s Children s Choirs (Pueri Cantores) ANOINTING OF THE SICK December 6, 2015 after 9:00 a.m. Mass. Please remain in the church as anointing will be after the Mass times indicated. Thank you. Tickets include FREE refreshments and treats Adults $5.00 Children $1.00 (13 and under) VIP $10.00 Purchase tickets in Church narthex after all weekend Masses Nov. 21, 22, 28, 29 and Dec. 5 and 6 OR in the Parish Office 480.661.9843 www.stbernardscottsdale.org
November 8, 2015 Page 5 Remember in Your Prayers Family and Friends who are ill. Stephen David Bell Marrietta Blessent Selena Marie Bohan Joan Bonfilio Bill Brown Stan Burzynski Tom Church Louise DeRogatis Gabrielle DiCarlo Rev. John Doyle Kathleen Florea Bee Frederick Gloria Gallegos Maude Griffith Bruno Hahl David Harman Anna Harbauer Susan Keller John B. Kendall Tracey Krueger Bob Laswick Tim Lenards Patty Loftus Maura Louis Terry Morrison Catherine Julia McDonough John Merrill III Carol Nilson Gordy Ortler Mary Palomino Linda Porembski Dennis Pauken Chris Racic Splendora Rastelli Tom Ryan Rose Maria Santos Cathy Schira Jim Shutts Joel Smith Family Stu Stewart Baby Reesa Stutzman Nina Vinnanve Stephen M Wojtasek Matthew J Wojtasek In order to keep this list current, names listed more than 6 months have been removed. Please advise the parish office 480-661-9843 if any of the above names (or if any that have been deleted) need to remain on the list. Thank you for your understanding. Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Men s 9th Annual Conference on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at St. Xavier Preparatory School Campus. Watch for group ticket sales at St. Bernard s mid November 2015. More info at cmfp.org Christ Renews His Parish A Parish Spiritual Renewal Process Men s Weekend: February, 27-28, 2016 Women s Weekend: March, 5-6, 2016 New Parish Center CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Calling All CRHP Members Past and Present Saturday, February 6, 2016 Watch bulletin for more details. Phoenix Catholic Women s Conference Tickets for the next Phoenix Catholic Women s conference are now available Theme: He Crowns you with Steadfast Love and Mercy Psalms 103:4 There will be a full day of inspirational talks including national Catholic leaders Colleen Carroll Campbell and Cari Donaldson Vigil Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted The PDCCW is excited to once again offer the Young Catholic Track For ladies ages 16-22. Date: Saturday, February 20, 2016 Location: Xavier College Preparatory Cost: $50 early registration until January 15, 2016 (after that $60) For tickets and information: pdccw.com or call 602-471-1944 Saint John XXIII Catholic School Open House Saturday, November 14, 10:00am 12:00pm at School Courtyard. Come see the gifts and blessings available through a Catholic Education at Saint John XXIII Catholic School. Bring the whole family and meet our administration and teachers. Enjoy refreshments, tour the campus and experience the opportunities that exist and see what makes our school so exceptional! Saint John XXIII Catholic School 16235 N. 60th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-905-0939 ww.saintjohnxxiii.org St. Anne Catholic Church, 440 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert, AZ. November 14, 2015 9am-1:30pm. Tickets $25 per person. Order online Dynamic Catholic.com or call 859.980.7900 What s the most important word in a marriage? What is really going on in your wife s head? What do you wish your husband knew about you? Discover key ingredients to a healthy and happy marriage at the Passion & Purpose for Marriage event. Take your relationship to a whole new level! Passion & Purpose for Marriage is not what you are expecting! First of all, don t worry, you will not have to share your feelings with a group. Come and enjoy acoustical music by George Lower and soak up what Dr. Allen Hunt has in store. Diocesan Pastoral Center ANNULMENT INFORMATION SEMINAR 400 E. MONROE STREET, PHOENIX, 85004 Presented by: Tribunal, Diocese of Phoenix Phoenix on November 14, 2015, 10AM to noon. Seminar will explain annulment process and answer any questions. Information will be available in both English and Spanish. No RSVP required; call for more information 602-354-2275 or www.diocesephoenix.org/tribunal
Page 6 Welcome to St. Bernard of Clairvaux Scottsdale, Arizona Parish Office Telephone: (480) 661-9843 Fax: (480) 614-8092 Website: www.stbernardscottsdale.org E-mail: stbofclairvaux@diocesephoenix.org Office Hours: Mon Thurs 9 AM 5 PM (Closed 12:00 PM 1:00 PM) Fri 9 AM 12 PM (NOON) (Summer Mon-Thurs 9 AM-2 PM) Pastoral Staff Pastor-Father Brian T. Bell, Pastor Parochial Vicar Father Kennneth R. Beale Assisting Priests Fr. Fred Adamson-V.G., Fr. Tom Doyle,C.S.C Fr. Stephen Sedlock, C.S.C., Fr. Oliver Mohan-O.M.I. (Ret.) Fr. Brian Fenlon, Deacon- Alan Hungate Administration Pastoral Assistant Nancy Boettcher extension 300 Administrative Assistant-Bette Brown Bulletin Editor Carlos Cifuentes extension: 307 Faith Formation Kindergarten thru Middle School Director Kathie Stine extension: 309 or 314 Youth Group Edge & Life Teen Edge (6th-8th grade) Shannon Hards extension: 310 Life Teen (High School Teens) Shannon Hards extension: 310 Music Director Kent Campbell extension: 311 Stewardship and Development Director Michael Huesman extension: 302 Facility Managers Steve Cassar 480-309-9443 (after office hours only), Hernando Cifuentes Parish Center Managers Director Art Stine 602-866-7900, Events Coordinator Linda Wisniowski 602-369-4068 MASS SCHEDULE Weekend: Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM; Sunday 7:30, 9:00 & 11:00 AM Weekday: Monday Friday 8:30 AM SPECIAL MASSES Rosary, Divine Mercy Novena & Healing Mass: Wednesday 7:00 PM Rosary, Padre Pio Novena, Mass and Benediction: First Monday of the Month at 7:00 PM In Spanish: First Saturday of the Month at 8:30 AM SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: Wednesday 6:00-7:00 PM Baptism: Contact Parish Office 3 months in advance Weddings: Contact Parish Office 9 months in advance Adoration: Irene Hausmann 480-860-0502 Altar Servers: Richard Rutkowski 480-836-0568 Altar Society: Cheryl Roehm 480-236-5688 Linda Echsner 480-767-5285 Al-Anon: 602-249-1257 Baptism Preparation: Parish Office 480-661-9843 Blood Donation: Jaclyn Rapisarda 480-661-9843 Cancer Support Ministry Lynn Johnson 480-778-0618 Charismatic Prayer Mtg: Elena Konerko 480-483-1917 Christ Renews His Parish: Mara Collazo 480-636-7124 Renewal (Women) Christ Renews His Parish: Paul Sanger 480-219-6848 Renewal (Men) Faith Formation: Kathie Stine 480-661-9843 (Kindergarten to 5th Grade) Edge (6th to 8th Grade) Shannon Hards 480-661-9843 Life Teen (High School Teens) Shannon Hards 480-661-9843 Finance Council: Tom Kuzma, Chairman 480-661-9843 Hispanic Ministry: Carmen Sotelo 480-860-6753 Hospitality: Jerry & Yvonne Grover 480-614-5429 Knights of Columbus: Mike Kenney 602-374-0368 Lectors (Min. of Word): John Seliga 480-946-2361 Legion of Mary: Loretta Curfman 602-363-4438 Liturgy Committee: Parish Office 480-661-9843 Marian Movement of Priests Prayer Group: William & Elsie Gohl 480-217-6366 Men's Ministry: Bob Gomez 480-695-3229 bob@bcgomez.com Men s Ministry Service Project: Bob Gomez 480-695-3229 bob@bcgomez.com Ministers of Holy Communion: Tom Echsner 480-767-5285 Ministry of Care*: St. Bernard s Ministries Cristina & Bruce Dixon 480-816-1889 Bereavement: Ellen Florea 480-816-3551 Grief Support: Anne Pauly 480-614-9327 Ministry of Mothers Sharing : Stephanie Simonson 480-451-5292 Music Ministry: Kent Campbell 480-661-9843 RCIA: Dcn. Alan Hungate 480-661-9843 Padre Pio Prayer Group: Nancy Rossiello 480-391-1257 Pastoral Council: Chris & Ann Foley 480-661-9843 Prison Outreach: Parish Office 480-661-9843 Sanctity of Life Committee: Shirley Towers 480-661-9843 Senior Social Club: Eileen Schioppa - 480-451-1658 St. Vincent de Paul: On-Call cell phone 480-332-8742 Stewardship/Development: Mike Huesman 480-661-9843 That Man Is You: Kent Campbell 480-540-8850 Vocations Committee: Ann Sanfilippo 480-860-8068 Women s Ministry: Sandy Muszkiewicz 480 314-5386 Women s AA: Susan Lupo 602-919-1312 *Communion to the sick, hospitalized, homebound, nursing homes Featured AD STEWARDSHIP CORNER Liturgical Publications November 1, 2015 Sunday Collection envelopes: $12,330.00 electronic giving: $ 9,515.00 (Building/Debt Reduction Fund) envelopes: $ 4,394.00 electronic giving: $ 947.00 THANK YOU FORY YOUR ON GOING GENEROSITY ADS FOR OUR SUNDAY BULLETIN! FROM Liturgical Publications will be here at the Church office contacting local businesses to place FULL COLOR ads in our new weekly bulletin at St Bernard s Catholic Church the week of October 12 yj through October 16th, 2015. We need as much support as possible! TO RESERVE SPACE(S) or to get details, Please feel free to contact Ken Radke at (800) 950-9952 Ext. 2657 Email: kradke@4lpi.com parishioner-owned businesses are encouraged to take advantage of this unique opportunity.