ST. LOUIS CHURCH August 21, 2011 TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Daily Mass Readings Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Next Sunday Isaiah 22:19-23 1:1-5, 8-10 2:1-8 Revelation 21: 9-14 3:7-13 4:1-8 4:9-11 Jeremiah 20:7-9 Psalm 138:1-3, 6, 8 Psalm 149:1-6, 9 Psalm 139:1-6 Psalm 145: 10-13, 17-18 Psalm 90:3-5, 12-14, 17 Psalm 97:1-2, 5-6, 10-12 Psalm 98:1, 7-9 Psalm 63:2-6, 8-9 Romans 11: 33-36 Romans 12:1-2 Matthew 16: 13-20 Matthew 23: 13-22 Matthew 23:23-26 John 1:45-51 Matthew 24: 42-51 Matthew 25:1-13 Matthew 25: 14-30 Matthew 16: 21-27 What is Lectio Divina? While reading sacred scripture, read the words with a love and sense of discovery until something seems to strike home. Sit with the passage as one would with a good friend- not just thinking or analyzing, but instead remaining in a quiet, listening spirit, so the word can nurture and challenge you. Call to Prayer Let us take a moment in the midst of all our activity to prepare ourselves for prayer. Excerpts from SNOW FALLING ON SNOW Copyright 2001 by Robert J. Wicks Used with permission of Paulist Press www.paulistpress.com The Word of God Choose one of next Sunday s readings. One person reads the scripture aloud as others are attentive to a word, phrase, or theme that is meaningful to them. Allow for a minute of silent reflection. Have another person read the same scripture a second time. Faith Sharing Begin with an open ended question such as What strikes you from this reading? and/or you can use the Reflection Question found on our website or bulletin. Allow time for reflection & sharing. Closing Prayer At the end of the faith sharing, invite participants to pray aloud for any particular petitions or praises they may have. Feel free to close with: The Lord s Prayer or Spontaneous prayers or a faith-based song. Reflection Question for Next Sunday, August 28, 2011 Just before today s Gospel Peter had spoken for all the disciples to profess that Jesus was the Son of God, and Jesus entrusted to him the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven. Seemed like Peter had a pretty good understanding of his relationship with Jesus and his own mission in the Kingdom. Today, Jesus compares him to Satan! Have you ever thought that you had God figured out, knew exactly what to expect from him, and then something happens that turns everything upside-down? To save your life you must lose it. Remember, it s all about Jesus! MEETINGS THIS WEEK New Parishioner Welcome Sunday, August 21, 2011 Social Hall 12:30 PM ACTS Men's Small Group Monday, August 22, 2011 Room 305 7:00 PM Women's Bible Study Planning Tuesday, August 23, 2011 Room 303 9:30 AM ACTS Men's Retreat Team Tuesday, August 23, 2011 Room 301 7:00 PM Playgroup Wednesday, August 24, 2011 Room 301 9:00 AM Knights of Columbus Wednesday, August 24, 2011 Chapel 6:30 PM CDA Book Club Wednesday, August 24, 2011 Room 304 7:00 PM RCIA Summer Inquiry Wednesday, August 24, 2011 Room 301 7:00 PM Charismatic Prayer Group Wednesday, August 24, 2011 Room 306 8:00 PM ACTS Women's Retreat Team Thursday, August 25, 2011 Room 301 7:00 PM Haiti Committee Thursday, August 25, 2011 Room 303 8:00 PM EMHC/Pastoral Visitor Formation Saturday, August 27, 2011 Church 8:00 AM EMBRACING OUR MISSION - SHAPING OUR FUTURE: Parish Activity Center question of the week: Where can we learn more about the completion of the Master Plan and the proposed Parish Activity Center? You may view the updated presentation on the parish website, www.stlouisparish.org and click on the link in the bottom left corner - Parish Activity Center.
Dear Parishioners: A few years ago we were able to restore our 1855 Chapel located on Ten Oaks Road our first St. Louis Church. Since then there has been a renewed interest in our parish cemetery which surrounds the chapel. We are truly fortunate to have our own parish cemetery which enables us to have our loved ones buried so close to us. The chapel is open for personal prayer on Mondays through Saturdays from 11:00am to 1:00pm. I often remember the souls of all those buried at our cemetery both at Mass and in my personal prayers. Over the last few years we have also made considerable improvements to the appearance of our cemetery including clearing out sections that were overgrown, adding outdoor lighting around the chapel, removing the previous old wooden fences and adding a more appropriate ornamental fence with attractive signage. This week we opened a new section of the cemetery and have added a beautiful granite columbarium to receive the ashes of those who choose to be cremated. At one time, you may recall, cremation was prohibited for Catholics because at the time those who chose cremation did so as a sign of contempt for the Church s teaching on the resurrection of the dead. Today parishioners who choose cremation do so for many other reasons which do not conflict with our belief that for the faithful departed life is changed not ended. The new columbarium provides the option of above ground interment for those who would prefer that option. Since ours is a parish cemetery, we are reserving the use of our cemetery for the registered members of our parish community. This Thursday, August 25 th, we will celebrate the Feast of Saint Louis, our patron saint. Through his intercession let us ask the Lord to grant eternal rest and peace to our loved ones who rest at St Louis Cemetery. ~Msgr. Luca THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK A mistake proves that someone else at least tried. CHURCH LINENS: Altar linens are to be picked up this week by Ms. Wiedel and next week by Ms. Ballard. GOOD DEEDS OF THE CHILDREN: Laura made her bed; Matthew went to the store and helped pick birthday presents for his uncles; Tori helped her brother go to sleep; Becca was good in soccer camp; Gillian was nice to her brother; Samantha loaded the dishwasher; Glenn made his bed; Tristen worked on his work books; Tara got and delivered the mail; Jake took care of the dogs even when he didn t have to; Willie played a lot of games with his brother and sister; Ava helped her parents clean up the table. PARLEZ VOUS FRANÇAIS? Un peu? Si vous parlez français, the St Louis Haiti Committee could use your help (votre assistance). Two of the sisters who run St John s School in Les Gonaives will be our guests from October 6 through October 13 to celebrate Haiti Weekend (October 8-9). We are looking for parishioners who speak French to join us and the sisters as they tour around Baltimore and Washington, and for dinners, get-togethers, and Masses. Sisters Marianne and Celestine have visited us before. They are getting more proficient in English, but it would be great if you were there to lend a hand for when our French and their English gets bogged down. If you can spare a day, a morning, an afternoon, or an evening, please contact Marianne Faulstich, en anglais, s il vous plait! It should be great fun for all. ALTAR FLOWER MEMORIALS: The flowers used to decorate our church altar, shrines, and chapel altar are available to honor a loved one who is living or deceased, as an expression of gratitude to God on special occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays or other significant events. Flowers for the Shrine of St. Louis, Shrine of St. Joseph or the Blessed Mother are $50 each; Pieta is $75; Altar flowers are $75; and Chapel Altar are $75. Arrangements may be made by calling the parish office (410-531-6040) Monday through Friday between the hours of 9am and 5pm. All who are honored will be acknowledged in the bulletin. The flowers for the Altar, the Pieta, the Blessed Mother, St. Joseph, and St. Louis are given in loving memory of Anna Tomalis. Our sincere gratitude is extended to her family for this weekend s and last weekend s flowers. EMHC AND PASTORAL VISITORS: You are invited to attend a Morning of Prayer, Commissioning and Formation on Saturday, August 27th, at 8:00 a.m. in the Church. Commissioning of EMHCs and Pastoral Visitors will take place in the church after the 8:00 am Mass. Training and Formation will take place in the Social Hall of the Pastoral Center after the Rite of Commissioning. Breakfast refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to Marianne Faulstich, Pastoral Associate, or to the EMHC Leadership Team.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR WEEK OF AUGUST 21, 2011 Sunday 6:45am Mary Olenski and John Strong 8:00am 9:30am 11:15am 12:45pm Heinz Koebke and Jane Gossage Jessica Held (SI) and Lauren Giddings Janine Tranchitella and Robert Jeep Maria Bochniewicz and Walter Blasingame Monday 7:00am George Dallasen and Anna Leigh Tomalis Tuesday 7:00am Anne & Dan Speckhard (SI) Wednesday 7:00am John Dallasen and Robert Adams Thursday 7:00am Pat & Rick Sommersberger (SI) Friday 7:00am Sr. Roberta Sobus and John Strong Saturday 8:00am Br. James Kelly, CFX (SI) and Lee Ann Barbee (SI) 4:00pm Mary Olenski and Joseph Kemp 5:30pm Paulette Fratto and Nino Ascoli (SI) denotes a Special Intention for a living person or persons. SICK LIST: If you would like to have a name put on our Sick List, please call the parish office at 410-531-6040. Names on the Sick List will be included for three months. If you would like your name to be listed after the three month period, please call the Parish Office at that time. Thank you. PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK, ESPECIALLY: Peggy Ball Bob Jones Dcn. Matthew Podniesinski Lee Ann Barbee Michele B. Kachemov Georgiana Podniesinski Michele Brelia Frank Kearns Rana Lilyann Rejaie Joshua Doubet Kimberly Killebrew Baby Rosenberg Betty Farrell Elaine King Kathryn Rosewag Barbara Flanagan Bertine Koutouan Robert Schuman Cornelius Flynn Marge McGinnis Mary Shenk Richard Fox Bart McPherson John Thompson David Frado Margaret Miller Jean Tretler Abigail Garstecki Leo Mortimer Michael Wagner Stanley Giermek Br. Brian Newbigging Melody Walsh Bill Greenwood G. Pegg Jeff Walt Anne Groff SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday, August 27, by Msgr. Joseph Luca and Fr. Gregory Rapisarda. MILITARY LIST: If you would like to have a name put on our Military List, please call the parish office at 410-531-6040. Names on the Military List will appear first initial and last name only and will remain until we receive a request to remove the name. Thank you. PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS AND THEIR FAMILIES: P. Bacon J. Henry V. Rubbo C. Bassett G. Horn J. Ryan D. Breville D. Joyce J. Six S. Carbonaro M. Lark A. Stone S. Cooper C. Lozzi R. Stone J. Danko M. Mangus, Jr. S. Stone L. Draughn K. McLin E. Surrette W. Fenwick Fr. A. Ochalek B. Urena B. Gallagher M. O Donnell C. Wolf B. Green D. Reccardi Fr. T. Wood D. Haack B. Reier K. Zaumseil register. PLANNING YOUR CHILD S BAPTISM? The next Baptism Preparation Session will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 in Room 301 of the Pastoral Center from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Please call the Parish Office at 410-531-6040 to Colin William Bettis, Child of Steven and Anastasia Bettis Maya Elise Kaye, Child of Stephen and Dena Kaye Caterina Song Nguyen Kirtland, Child of Michael and Anna Kirtland PLEASE PRAY FOR THE RECENTLY DEPARTED: Nino Ascoli, father of Lorenzo Ascoli and grandfather of Amanda, Nicholas, and Matthew. Rudolph F. D Urbano, husband of Beverly D Urbano, father of Frank D Urbano, and grandfather of Anthony, Viktor, and Luca. Caroline Found, niece of Aileen Musselman, and cousin of Maryellen, Luke, and Smith. Heather Garner, daughter of Barbara Welsh, and sister of William, Matthew, and Kyle Evans. Arturo Laureano, father-in-law of Joe Knight, and grandfather of Christian, Noelle, and Tessia. Robert P. Stevens, father of Mary Frances Burnett.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS (CDA): Women s Communion Breakfast: The fifth annual breakfast sponsored by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Louis #2579, will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2011, in the Social Hall following the 8:00 AM Mass. All women of the parish and friends are most cordially invited. Details to follow. ACTS RETREATS: Come and spend a weekend with the Lord in Spirit and fellowship. The St. Louis Men's ACTS retreat will be held September 22-25, 2011. Contact Helmut Seifert at seifert0@comcast.net or Tom Richie: tnrichie@comcast.net for more information. The next women s retreat will be held October, 20-23, 2011. Contact Karen Brooms: kbbrooms@yahoo.com or Cherie Congedo: cherie.congedo@verizon.net for more information. Both retreats will be held at Bon Secours Spiritual Center in Marriottsville. MUSIC MINISTRY: Would you like to sing? Now calling all singers for Fall 2011. The St. Louis Choir, Folk Group, Youth Band (Grades 9-12), Children s Choir (Grades 2-8), and Taizé Ensemble are always welcoming new members. Find the group that is the best fit for you. For more information contact Paul Carroll at pcarroll@stlouisparish.org or at the Parish Office. Additional information is available at www.stlouisparish.org/worship/musicministry. WOULD YOU HOST A CHOIR MEMBER? Вы говорите порусски? LYRA, the Vocal Ensemble of St. Petersburg, Russia, will be performing at St. Louis on Saturday, October 8, at 7:30pm. We are now seeking those who would be willing to host a choir member in their home for one night (10/8). For more information contact Paul Carroll at pcarroll@stlouisparish.org or the Parish Office at 410-531-6040. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Men of St. Louis Church - Imagine being part of an organization that fills your heart and your mind with the joy of giving to others and the feeling that comes with making a difference. The St. Louis the King Council of the Knights of Columbus are Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their Church and enhancing their own faith. It is also about protecting and enhancing your family life. If you are interested in becoming a member or want to know more about the Knights of Columbus, please stop and ask any Knight in the parish or call Larry Staudmeister, Grand Knight, (410) 952-5135, or Clark Wiebking, Membership Chairman, (301) 498-4735. Knights of Columbus 10K Run: The 8 th annual Knights of Columbus 10K Run, 3/4 Mile Fun Walk & Kids Fun Run is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 3, 2011, at 8:00 am at the Shrine of St. Anthony, 12290 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City. The annual charity race is organized by the Knights of Columbus St. Louis the King Council #11898. This event helps support local charities, including the ARC of Howard County & FISH of Howard County. Registration information is available on our web site: www.kc11898.com. Register online at www.active.com. For additional information, please contact the race director, Doug Angradi at 410-531-7594 or KnightsOfColumbus10kRun@msn.com. Back-to-School.This week our teachers reconvened for some professional development and organizational time in anticipation of our students returning to school on the 29 th! We are welcoming some new staff members to the fold and almost 80 new families and their children and are so excited that they are joining the St. Louis family! This coming week we will host several orientations to get everyone up-to-speed and make the first day of school as stress-free as possible! Tuesday, August 23 rd New Parent/Student Orientation: Pre-K and 1-8 th grade, 6:30 pm Thursday, August 25 th Kindergarten Parent Orientation: 6:30 pm, Pastoral Center Social Hall Don t forget your Back-to-School Shopping at Macy s. St. Louis will be joining other non-profits at Macy s Shop for a Cause event on Saturday, August 27 th, 2011. For a donation of $5 to the school, you will receive a shopping pass that entitles you to 25% off, all day, on regular, sale and clearance merchandise throughout the store and you will be entered to win a $500 gift card! Coupons are available at the school office! Thank you so much! RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Please don t wait another minute Register Now! All of us in the office of religious education are looking forward to another fun filled year with your little ones and big kids too! Have you registered yet? Please help us to better plan for September by making sure your family is registered in one of the many programs being offered. From Wee Praise, for our 3, 4 & 5 year olds to Family Religious Education for the entire family, there s a place for everyone and all are WELCOME!! Please visit our website at www.stlouisparish.org/reled for a schedule of classes being offered, our 2011-2012 calendar and also to download a registration form for your family. Information specific to Wee Praise can be found at www.stlouisparish.org/weepraise. Remember Register Now!
Our Religious Education Ministry Team Needs You! Do you think it s important to pass on our Catholic faith to our young? Would you like to become more involved in parish ministry? Do you enjoy spending time with God s little children? Does the energy of our youth excite you? If you answered yes to just one of these questions, we invite you to prayerfully consider joining our Religious Education Ministry Team! Volunteers are the heart & hands of our program and the possibilities for involvement are many from assisting with office tasks to becoming a Catechist/Teacher. Please call Vickie Yozwiak at (410) 531-6688 for more information on our Wee Praise and elementary ministry teams or call Pat Sprankle at (410) 531-6668 for info about our youth programs. YOUTH MINISTRY I have had a very eventful summer so far. I enjoyed hot days at the shore, one week in Ocean City with the family, and one week building homes in Sussex County, Delaware. I was recently suspended over 30 feet by a harness and cable, team building with the youth leadership team and was living in suspense on a Mystery trip which turned out to be mini golf marathons! At the end of July, I braved 100 degree weather at the O Dwyer Retreat House, where 63 youth leaders and 14 staff lived servant leadership. During this occasion, I was asked to play the Holy Spirit. (Yes, you heard correctly!) Along with a rather snug baby blue graduation gown, I energetically used my hands as small wings and flitted (is that a word?) about, bringing cheer and joy to those in the room. Well, I hope I did, anyway What is your image of the Holy Spirit? Is it of a fairly large man in a light blue robe making a fool of himself? I hope not The traditional symbol is that of a dove or even fire. What do you think about? I encountered the Holy Spirit at each of my summer stops listed above and so many other times. This weekend, 30+ young people are attending a Confirmation retreat and soon the whole candidate group will begin classes (September 12 & 14). Please pray that they might experience a deeper presence of the Spirit in their lives. Please pray also for their catechists (we still need more!) Enjoy your summer and take some extra time to ask the Holy Spirit into your heart. I ll be praying for you! MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL CATHOLIC YOUTH MINISTRY: August 20-21: Please pray for the Confirmation Candidates on the Overnight Retreat August 24 & 31: Catechist & Mentor Trainings, 7-9pm August 28: BRUNCH at Grassroots Homeless Shelter September 2: High School CYM Open Gym, 7-10pm September 8: September 9: Catechist & Mentor Training, 7-9pm Middle School CYM Monthly Dance, 7-10pm. Tickets on sale starting 8/29 Attention College Students! Stay connected to your parish family while you're at school. We send weekly bulletins with scripture readings, reflections, information about current issues and activities for holiday breaks. If you would like to be included, send your email address to Maggie at mfischer@stlouisparish.org. ADULT FORMATION SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION: Are you an adult Catholic who never got around to being Confirmed? Now is the time: the Holy Spirit is calling YOU! Please contact Marianne Faulstich at the Parish Office at 410-531-6040 or email mfaulstich@stlouisparish.org and we can talk about it. RCIA - CURIOUS ABOUT THE CATH- OLIC CHURCH? Are you part of a Catholic family and getting a nudge that maybe it s time to consider joining your husband or wife and children at the altar? Do you have friends who have brought you to Mass and you want to know more about it? Seen some movies or read some novels that sparked questions? COME and SEE! COME and ASK! We ll be having informal inquiry opportunities during the summer. If you have already come in to talk with me, if you have thought about calling, or even if you are surprised that you are actually reading this invitation (!) COME! Bring questions, meet with others who are curious as well. You are not alone. NO OBLIGATION. Really! WHEN? Wednesday: August 24, 7 8:30pm. WHERE? Rooms 301-302. Questions? Want to talk about it? Contact Marianne Faulstich, Pastoral Associate 410-531-6040, or mfaulstich@stlouisparish.org. SCRIPTURE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES: You certainly don t need to be a Bible scholar to join. You already know that it s all about Jesus, right? The atmosphere is one of fellowship and eagerness to hear God s Word. And let it transform your life! DON T BE AFRAID. Evening Scripture Study: The Book of Revelation, a 10 week study: Thursday evenings, September 15 through November 18, from 7 to 9 pm. In the format of home study, small group discussions, and video presentation. Registration forms are available in the Narthex at the Information Table or the Parish Office. Questions may be directed to Susan Miller at 410-531-5021 or sm623@verizon.net or Marianne Faulstich at 410-531-6040 or mfaulstich@stlouisparish.org. Women s Bible Study: David and the Psalms and Women in the Old Testament: Tuesday mornings, September 13 through December 6 and January 10 through May 1 from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Child care is available for children two and over. In the format of home study, group sharing and a lecture on material studied. For more information or to register, call Pat Finnegan at 410-730-4793 or Lee Kopera at 301-490-7402.
SECOND COLLECTIONS August 27/28 Building and Maintenance Fund September 3/4 Pope Benedict XVI/Peter s Pence SHRINE OF ST. ANTHONY Recurring Events: Daily Mass, Sunday through Saturday, 12 noon ( Tuesday Mass includes the Novena to St. Anthony) First Friday Healing Mass, 7:30 PM Third Sunday & Last Sunday Healing Mass, 12 noon Confession, Wednesday, 4 PM-5 PM Historical Tours of the Manor House and Shrine: Join us on the last Sunday of the month, August 28, 2011, for a walking tour of the Manor House and the Shrine of St. Anthony. The tour will last approximately 1 hour. Families are welcome. Please meet at the Manor House. There is no charge for this event. STEWARDSHIP MESSAGE In today s second reading, St. Paul tells the Romans, "God s gifts and his call are irrevocable." To what is God calling me today? What gifts are mine to share? PLANNED GIVING As parishioners of Saint Louis Church, we are all beneficiaries of more than 150 years of service and parishioner generosity. A planned gift to Saint Louis Church, will sustain this good work for generations to come. For more information on making a planned gift to Saint Louis Church, contact Mary Helfrich, Development Director at MHelfrich@stlouisparish.org or 410-531-6040. OPERATION STANDDOWN: Help homeless Veterans in Baltimore! St. Louis has been invited to participate in OPERATION STANDDOWN this fall. Our assignment is to provide 500 bath towels, 500 individually boxed bars of soap and 500 pairs of adultsized shower sandals (i.e. flip-flops). If you can help, please bring the donations to Room 301 the weekends of September 3-4 and September 10-11. We will box them up and get them to members of the St. Vincent DePaul Society who are part of the planning for this outreach. Questions? Please contact Marianne Faulstich, Pastoral Associate, at 410-531-6040, or mfaulstich@stlouisparish.org. Thank you for your support. Preserving our Treasured Legacy Campaign: Please consider making a sacrificial pledge to this campaign that will enable us to bring down the mortgage of our new Church and Pastoral Center. 1. If you gave to the Heritage of Hope Campaign, which ended in 2001, consider making a pledge to the Legacy Campaign. Or 2. If you are nearing the end of your payment to the Legacy Campaign, consider extended your pledge for another year or two. Or 3. If you are new to the parish or were unable to make a pledge in the past, consider doing your part now by making a pledge now. Everyone is invited and encouraged to support and participate in this important time in the life of our parish. For additional information contact the parish office at 410-531-6040. Thanks sincerely to all who have been supportive. ST VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY: If you have a clothing donation, you may drop your items into the blue St. Vincent de Paul Clothing Bin located in the rear of the parking lot by the Maintenance Barn. If you need to obtain a receipt for your clothing donations, you need to call St. Vincent de Paul directly at 410-276-7600. Clothing items should be placed in sturdy plastic bags and tied securely and then placed in the bin, making sure that the bags are pushed up and over the inside ledge. 15 gallon trash bags fit well in the clothing bin drop slot. This is a wonderful opportunity for used clothing in good condition to be distributed to the poor. It would be regrettable should there be the need to remove the bin from the St. Louis Campus. Thank you for you understanding and cooperation. ANNUAL SCHOOL SUPPPLY AND COAT COL- LECTION: The St. Louis Respect Life Committee and Knights of Columbus are sponsoring our annual collection of school supplies and coats in support of our sister parishes in Western Maryland on August 20th & 21st. We are also requesting donations of children's hats and gloves. Please plan to drop off your donations at the maintenance building (south corner of the parking lot) when you come to Mass that weekend. Please remember: clean and serviceable coats, hats and gloves only! For more information please call Bane Kelley at 410-997-8094.