BLESSED SACRAMENT 2 1 1 6 H O L L I S T E R A V E N U E M A D I S O N, W I 5 3 7 2 6 The 33rd Week of Ordinary Time November 19, 2017 Parish Mission Statement Blessed Sacrament Parish forms and nurtures active disciples of Christ, who love God and neighbor, through the Dominican pillars of Prayer, Study, Community, and Ministry. Mass Times Monday & Friday: 8:30 AM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7:00 & 8:30 AM Saturday: 8:30 AM & Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:00 AM Parish Vision Statement To be a flourishing faith community, with all parishioners engaged in transforming lives through evangelization and discipleship. Eucharistic Adoration Wed. ~ 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM & Sat.~ 9:00-10:00 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays: 9:00 to 10:00 AM & 4:15 to 4:45 PM Sundays: 7:00 to 7:30 AM & 10:15 to10:45 AM
33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time Br. Edward van Merrienboer bredward@blsacrament.org What do you want? A classic definition of prayer says that it is raising our mind and heart to God. This definition is really wonderful when you think about it, but the problem is too often, in prayer, we do not do that. We raise our minds to God, but not our hearts. We go to prayer out of duty or to gain some insight, or to find a quiet space in our busy lives. What we can miss is that prayer is a time to experience intimacy, that is, to have our hearts touched and soothed. And yet this is the ultimate function of prayer. What is this intimacy that we are looking for in prayer? Some years ago I read in a book on spiritual growth a myth that illustrates my point. According to the story at the time of our first existence God kissed us and throughout our lives we have a deep memory of that kiss. The story might not be true but we all have a place in our hearts where we hold all that is most precious and sacred to us. It is a place that we guard from others and only share parts of it with those we trust. It is the place where we have a sense that God is with us. It is there that we bear the image of God. The image of God inside of us is not to be thought of as some beautiful icon stamped inside of the soul. No, the image of God in us is the energy that makes us seek goodness and truth. There are times that we know in our hearts that something is good but can t quiet explain it to ourselves much less others. The expression that something touched my heart captures that deep inner part of us that is the spirit of God. Karl Rahner, S.J. (1904-1984), states that to understand this part of ourselves we must start with God. In the beginning God was alone, but wanting to share infinite love and life, God posited a creature with which God might share God s own life in dialogue. This is really astonishing on our part. If we are capable of conversation with God than we have access into the divine life. When we pray with our hearts we hear the loving voice of God giving us inner peace. Many times Jesus asked those he encountered, What are you looking for? In prayer it is being open to hearing the voice of God saying, I love you, because that is what a heart raised to God is really seeking. God bless, 2017 Annual Catholic Appeal Please read the Annual Catholic Appeal wrap-up flyer included in this weekend s bulletin. This material shows participation and performance information as well as how the funds collected will be used to meet our spiritual and material needs. Thank you to all who participated in this important part of parish and diocesan life!
November 19, 2017 In Guatemala there is a statue of Christ purposefully missing a hand as a reminder that we are the hands of Christ in the world helping our brothers and sisters. Every year at Blessed Sacrament, we have the opportunity to serve our imprisoned brothers and sisters through Angel Tree by providing Christmas gifts to their children. THIS WEEKEND and December 2/3, select an angel gift tag with the gift wish of a child. Purchase the gift ($15-25), wrap it, and return it to church no later than Sunday, December 10 by 11 am. It s important that the gifts be returned on time since the deliveries will be made to the families in the early afternoon on December 10. Monetary donations are also accepted. Others ways to get involved with this ministry include: Register Gifts before and after masses Gift Delivery on Sunday, December 10 (visit this link to sign up: http://bit.ly/2i1cc53) Write Christmas cards to the prisoners on Sunday, December 10 This unique program gives you an opportunity to share God's love by helping to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the families of prisoners. Thank you for your support! Last week s bulletin stated that January 1 is a Holy Day of Obligation. It is NOT this year, but we will still offer 7pm Mass that day. Please join us in celebrating this important solemnity! Volunteers are needed for our parish sponsored Luke House Community Lunch on November 27! Sign up at blsacrament.org if you are interested. Keeping the Connections is looking for individually-packaged treats to be donated for final exams packages for college students! You can drop them off in the back of Church by November 29 or bring them to the parish center. They also accept monetary donations to cover the cost of assembling and shipping mailings--please make checks out to Blessed Sacrament Parish with Keeping the Connections in the memo! OUR STAFF Contact Information Fr. Andy McAlpin, O.P. Pastor, ext. 117; Fr.Andy@blsacrament.org Fr. Samuel Hakeem, O.P. Associate Pastor, ext. 127; Frsamuel@blsacrament.org Brother Ed van Merrienboer, O.P. Director of Faith Formation,ext. 119; bredward@blsacrament.org Steve Castrogiovanni School Principal, ext. 115; scastrogiovanni@school.blsacrament.org J. Gregory Curran Director of Youth Ministries (7th-12th), ext. 134; jgregory@blsacrament.org Erin Daly Administrative Assistant and Database Manager, ext. 110; erin@blsacrament.org Peggie Hansen Director of Religious Ed (1st - 6th) and Baptism Prep, ext. 106; peggie@blsacrament.org Andrew Henter Director of Buildings & Grounds, ext. 145; andrew@blsacrament.org Diane Jones Bookkeeper, ext. 120; diane@blsacrament.org Jan McNally Director of Communications, ext. 116; jan@blsacrament.org Matt Regner Director of Music & Liturgical Ministry, ext. 138; matt@blsacrament.org Parish Office... (608) 238-3471 Parish Fax... (608) 238-4220 School... (608) 233-6155 Priory... (608) 238-3472 For Sacramental Emergencies & Blessings please call 608-515-9751 to reach our priests directly WEBSITES: www.blsacrament.org www.school.blsacrament.org www.blessedsacramentteens.org Information: info@blsacrament.org
Mass Intentions + indicates the person is deceased Saturday, November 18, 2017 8:30 AM +Jerry Heinrichs 5:00 PM +William Spevacek Sunday, November 19, 2017-33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time 7:30 AM +Ann Marie Dombroskas 9:00 AM +William Spevacek 11:00 AM Our Parish Family Monday, November 20, 2017 8:30 AM Becky Fangmeier Tuesday, November 21, 2017 - The Presentation of the BVM 7:00 AM +Charles Matikiewicz 8:30 AM +Mary McConnell Wednesday, November 22, 2017 - St. Cecilia 7:00 AM Wayne Machon 8:30 AM Charles O Brien Thursday, November 23, 2017 - Thanksgiving 8:30 AM The living and deceased members of the Dunley/ Wilson Family Friday, November 24, 2017 - St. Ignatius Delgado, OP, & Companions 8:30 AM +Mary McConnell Saturday, November 25, 2017 8:30 AM +Julie Pitot 5:00 PM Our Parish Family Sunday, November 26, 2017 - Feast of Christ the King 7:30 AM The Called and Gifted participants 9:00 AM +Lexie Hill Schoen 11:00 AM +Jerry Heinrichs Mass intentions are available by calling the parish office at 608-238-3471 or stopping in between 9:00 and 5:00 daily. Please pray for all those who are ill, especially: Jim Nordman, Narciso and Marta Menocal, Andy Devine, Nick, Elizabeth Reinartz, Dan Brigham, Alexander Kotloski, Henry Pitot, David Stiennon, John Oullette, Paul Werth, Jean Edwards, and Dave Wirka Readings for the Week of November 19, 2017 Sunday: Prv 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31/Ps 128:1-5/1 Thes 5:1-6/Mt 25:14-30 Monday: 1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63/Ps 119:53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158/ Lk 18:35-43 Tuesday: 2 Mc 6:18-31/Ps 3:2-7/Lk 19:1-10 Wednesday: 2 Mc 7:1, 20-31/Ps 17:1bcd, 5-6, 8b, 15/Lk 19:11-28 Thursday: 1 Mc 2:15-29/Ps 50:1b-2, 5-6, 14-15/Lk 19:41-44 Friday: 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59/1 Chr 29:10bcd-12/Lk 19:45-48 Saturday: 1 Mc 6:1-13/Ps 9:2-4, 6, 16, 19/Lk 20:27-40 Next Sunday: Ez 34:11-12, 15-17/Ps 23:1-3, 5-6/1 Cor 15:20-26, 28/Mt 25:31-46 Please note that there is NO adoration this Wednesday due to a school Mass and the Thanksgiving holiday. Parish Events: Week of November 19, 2017 Sunday, November 19, 2017 7:00-7:30 AM Reconciliation ~ Church 9:15AM- 12:00PM Year 1 Confirmation Candidate & Sponsor event ~ Assembly Hall 10:15-10:45 AM Reconciliation ~ Church 10:15-11:30 AM Religious Education ~ School Monday, November 20, 2017 12:15-1:15 PM School & Community Assoc. Mtg ~ St. Dominic 6:45-8:00 PM Handbell Choir Practice ~ Church sacristy 6:30-9:00 PM Women of Wisdom Meeting~ St. Dominic Room Tuesday, November 21, 2017 9:30-11:00 AM Staff Meeting ~ office closed 4:30-5:30 PM Cub Scout Troop 16 Meeting ~ Friary 6:30-8:30 PM Rosary Altar Society Mtg ~ St. Martin de Porres 7:00-8:30 PM Boy Scout Troop 16 Meeting ~ Friary 7:30-9:00 PM Women s Spirituality Group ~ Lower Youth Room Wednesday, November 22, 2017 NO ADORATION today Thursday, November 23, 2017 - OFFICE AND SCHOOL CLOSED (Thanksgiving) 8:30 AM Thanksgiving Mass (NO 7am Mass) Friday, November 24, 2017 - OFFICE AND SCHOOL CLOSED Saturday, November 25, 2017 9:00-10:00 AM Reconciliation/Holy Hour/Adoration ~ Church 4:15-4:45 PM Reconciliation ~ Church Collections for Week of November 12, 2017: Envelopes Offertory: $11,805.90 Electronic Giving: $698.00 TOTAL = $12,503.90 Advent: Preparing with Love Tuesday, December 5 7-8pm, in the Church Sponsored by Women of Wisdom All women are invited to an evening of prayer, reflection and music, followed by a reception as we begin the Advent season. Contact Kay (womensretreat@blsacrament.org) with any questions.
Don t forget that every Wednesday, Blessed Sacrament youth ministry serves at Salvation Army! Students in grades 7-12 are welcome to join in on this important and meaningful service opportunity. Sign up at blessedsacramentteens.org! The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is in need of household items such as pots, pans, dishes, silverware, baking tools, and cooking utensils. Please donate these items for needy families in the SVdP box in the west parking lot or at the store on Odana Road. Thank you and God bless! Join the Madison Catholic Women s Club for its annual Christmas Luncheon and gift collection for children in need! Tuesday, December 5, 12pm Rex s Innkeeper--Waunakee, WI Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped gift for a child, to benefit St. Vincent de Paul s Little Drummer program (toddler toys, board games, Legos, sports balls, make-up kits, craft kits, stuffed animals, gift cards, and more). Monetary donations are welcome, too! The cost is $22 per person. Contact Judy Theobald at 608-271-3859 with questions or to RSVP by November 28. Are you interested in joining a Scripture reflection group? We are currently in the process of revamping our small groups. Each group will meet weekly, reflecting over the following Sunday's Gospel in order to dive a little deeper into the Scripture before coming to Mass. Each meeting will end with a time for the group members to pray together. Are you interested in joining a small group? Please send an email to Fr. Samuel at frsamuel@blsacrament.org Thanks, Veritas Truth In medio stat virtus Virtue stands in the middle Get social with us! @blsacrament @BSPMadison (parish) @BSP_Parents (youth ministry parents) BSPMadison (parish) Blessed_Sacrament_Teens (youth ministry)