NOVEMBER 2, 2014 THE COMMEMORATION OF ALL THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED 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 Numbers Parish Office... (319) 362-7966 Religious Education 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 Deacon... 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 Molly Larkin mlarkin@stpatrickscr.org Music Director... Jan Jasiewicz jjasiewicz@stpatrickscr.org Adult Choir Director... Michael H. Phelan Secretaries... Karolyn Connell... Christine Kullander... secretary@stpatrickscr.org Maintenance/Custodian... Larry Pesek lpesek@stpatrickscr.org Website... www.stpatrickscr.org Prayer Line Phone... (319) 365-2364/(319) 396-8264 Metro Catholic Outreach... www.metrocatholicoutreach.com
Weekly Scripture Readings for the Week of November 2, 2014 Sunday: Wis 3:1-9/Rom 5:5-11/Jn 6:37-40 Monday: Phil 2:1-4/Lk 14:12-14 Tuesday: Phil 2:5-11/Lk 14:15-24 Wednesday: Phil 2:12-18/Lk 14:25-33 Thursday: Phil 3:3-8a/Lk 15:1-10 Friday: Phil 3:17--4:1/Lk 16:1-8 Saturday: Phil 4:10-19/Lk 16:9-15 Next Sunday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17 /Jn 2:13-22 Scripture Reflection All Soul s Day November 2, 2014 "I will not reject anyone who comes to me." Today, as we remember the faithful departed, we can rejoice in these words from Jesus. He promises that he will welcome those who come to him. He is so anxious to embrace us! As the catechism puts it, "All who die in God's grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation" (CCC?1030). Financial Stewardship For the week of October 19, 2014 Contribution Envelopes: $11,851.95 Stewardship Needed: $11,750.00 Received Year To Date: $172,237.30 Needed Year To Date: $188,000.00 Remember St. Patrick in your last will and in memorials Eternal salvation is available to all, but it does involve a level of participation on our part. Even as faithful Christians we often fall short of perfect cooperation with God. But this is not cause for despair! Today we remember that even Christians who die "still imperfectly purified" can ultimately share the blessing of heaven. We pray for these souls in purgatory to come closer to perfect union with the Lord. And meanwhile, we strive to increase our own union with Christ in the hopes of sharing eternity with him and with the whole communion of saints, including our loved ones who have gone before us in faith. Financial Stewardship For the week of October 26, 2014 Contribution Envelopes: $7,380.00 Stewardship Needed: $11,750.00 Received Year To Date: $179,617.30 Needed Year To Date: $199,750.00 Remember St. Patrick in your last will and in memorials Liturgical Assignments Weekday Mass Server for Nov. 4 7, 2014 Tim Mason Mass Intentions Saturday, November 1 4:00 PM Larry Schulte Sunday, November 2 8:00 AM For the People 10:00 AM William & Kathleen Forhan 12 Noon Harlan Muth Tuesday, November 4 8:30 AM Kelly Stefani & Family Wednesday, November 5 8:30 AM Roberta Ackman Thursday, November 6 8:30 AM Mark Hartmann Friday, November 7 8:30 AM Daniel Jasper Saturday, November 8 4:00 PM Marie Acevedo Sunday, November 9 8:00 AM Dolores & Bill Weaver 10:00 AM John Barger 12 Noon For the People ROSARY FOR THE PILGRIM VIRGIN for the week of November 2nd - 7th will be at the home of Carmen Bannister; 2235-24th St; Marion. Rosary at 7:30 PM. If you'd like to host, call 377-4197. MAKE GOOD USE OF YOUR TIME: Padre Pio Prayer Group Thursdays at 9:00am in the Youth Room All are welcome!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 909 would like to thank St. Patrick's parishioners for their generous donations during the annual Birthright Rose drive. St. Patrick's donations totaled $1,449.94. ST. PATRICK PARISH MISSION Nov. 16, 17, & 18 7PM in the Church Fr. Daniel Cambra, MIC Fr. Cambra is the Director of the Marian Evangelization Team and the Holy Souls Sodality Stockbridge, Massachusetts will be with us for Weekend Masses and will conduct a three day Parish Retreat. As a Divine Mercy Father, Fr. Cambra has served as the novice master, director of vocations and Provincial for the Divine Mercy Fathers. Most recently, Fr. Cambra is now serving as the director for both the Parish Evangelization Team and Holy Souls Sodality. Prior to his arrival to St. Patrick Parish Fr. Cambra will be taping several programs at EWTN in Birmingham, Alabama. Many of us have a devotion to the Divine Mercy of Jesus. Be assured that Fr. Cambra will touch on this powerful message that is circling the world. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. The next CATHOLIC EVANGELIZATION OUTREACH is on Tuesday, November 4 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish beginning at 6:30pm. Joan Hackbarth will share her journey into the Catholic Church from the Jewish religion. A light meal is provided after the talk. Childcare is available. There is no charge and all are welcome! Bring a friend! THE SPECIAL INTENTIONS OF POPE FRANCIS Dear Father in Heaven, During the month of November, we pray that those who suffer from loneliness of any kind would experience your closeness, Lord, and encounter the support of their friends and family. We also pray for those who mentor men and women in seminary and religious life. May every young seminarian and religious find wise and well-formed mentors. EYEGLASSES AND CELL PHONES WANTED: The Social Concerns Committee is collecting good used eyeglasses and cell phones. Envelopes will be at the church entrances on the weekends of November 8 & 9 and November 15 & 16. The glasses will be given to the Lions Club and recycled to help needy people throughout the world. The cell phones will be refurbished and given to the domestic violence shelter. SISTERS IN CHRIST (Women s Fellowship): The purpose of this group is to bring together women and friends of St. Patrick and strengthen the bond between ourselves as Catholic women of faith. We would like to WELCOME every womon for a faith, service, and fun-filled year. We meet weekly on Thursday evenings from 7 8PM in the Adult Education Room. You are not required to come every week. But we are going to have so much fun you won t want to miss. Come check us out. COMMUNAL ANOINTING OF THE SICK Communal Anointing of the Sick will be on Thursday, November 6th in conjunction with our Souper Senior Luncheon. Anyone wishing to receive the sacrament, please plan on attending the Mass at 11AM and then the luncheon. The Sacrament of the Sick is celebrated for all of those who need the grace of healing and hope provided in this sacrament. OUR PROGRAM FOR NOVEMBER 11 AM Anointing of the Sick in the Church 12:15 AM Lunch 12:30 1PM Joe King from the Hospice House REMINDER Prairiewoods Craft Bazaar Saturday, November 15th 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Prairiewoods Community Center Metro Catholic Outreach is participating in this sale and all proceeds from their tables will benefit MCO. We are so thankful for the many craft donations received for this show. Please come see us at the sale and help us continue our mission to serve those in need.
Religious Education RE Calendar Preshool-8 th Grade & Confirmation Classes November 2 Confirmation Class 10:00am Mass-12:30 November 5 RE Classes 6:30-7:45pm November 9 Confirmation Class 10:00am Mass-12:30 November 12 RE Classes 6:30-7:45pm November 16 Confirmation Class 10:00am Mass-12:30 November 19 RE Classes 6:30-7:45pm November 23 Confirmation Class 10:00am Mass-12:30 November 26 No RE Classes Thanksgiving Break November 30 No Confirmation Classes Thanksgiving Break Service Project Operation Christmas Child RE Classes will pack Christmas Boxes on November 19 th from 6:30-7:45pm in the large hall for children around the world. The list of items needed are: Toys! Such as toys a child will cherish, like a beautiful doll, a deflated soccer ball with pump, or a plush stuffed animal. Then add quality items like cars, musical instruments, puzzles, jump ropes, etc. School Supplies such as pencils, pens, crayons, notebooks, coloring books, etc. Hygiene items such as toothbrushes, bar soap, washcloths, combs, etc. Accessories such as socks, hats, t-shirts, flip-flops, hair bands, sunglasses, etc. Donations may be dropped off in the parish office any time before November 19 th. Shipping Costs. It will cost us $7 a box to ship so you may also donate cash for shipping. Do Not Include used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; seeds; chocolate or food; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snowglobes or glass containers; aerosol cans. Learn more about Operation Christmas Child: http://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/ Youth Activities Youth: There will be a retreat for any high school aged student Dec 5-6, 2015 here at St. Patrick s. The cost is $10 & the registration deadline is Dec 1 st. This will be an overnight retreat beginning Friday evening Dec 5 th at 5pm & ending with the 4pm Mass on Saturday Dec 6 th. On this retreat (ENCOUNTER 2014), we will be joined by Beckman High Schoolers as well! Contact Youth Minister: Molly Larkin for more info or to register. 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 & Discussion. For more information, contact Young Adult Minister, Molly Larkin. mlarkin@stpatrickscr.org.
Holy Family School News Many thanks! Successful seasons for LaSalle Middle School s fall sports are now completed. We d like to take this opportunity to thank our student athletes for their hard work, our parents for their continued support, and our volunteer coaches for dedicating their experience and numerous hours of their time to help our athletes learn and progress. We appreciate everything you do for our student athletes and Holy Family School System! HOSPICE OF MERCY VOLUNTEER TRAINING PROGRAM Hospice of Mercy in Hiawatha will be holding a Volunteer Training Program in the month of November. Hospice volunteers provide friendship and support to patients and their families after a life-limiting diagnosis has been made. Volunteers are an essential part of the Hospice of Mercy program and play a key role providing companionship, rest for the caregiver, medication delivery and clerical support. The next orientation will be held at Hospice of Mercy; 315 18 th Ave. in Hiawatha, IA the evenings of Nov. 6, 10, 12, 17 and 19 th. To register or for more information please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 319-398-6628. ST. LUDMILA FALL BAZAAR Saturday Nov. 8th from 9am 6pm Sunday Nov. 9th from 9am 12:30pm Kolaches Pre-Order through Nov. 4 Place your order from 9am 7pm with: Elaine (364-0897) or Kathy (848-4758) Flavors Available: Cherry, Apple, Apricot, Blueberry, Cottage Cheese, Poppyseed, Prune & Strawberry Pictures with Santa Saturday 2 6pm & Sunday Morning Cookie/Candy Walk Raffle & Silent Auction SENIOR LUNCHEON, Monday, November 10at Immaculate Conception, Scotus Hall following the 12:05 p.m. Mass. We will play bingo following the dinner. All are welcome. 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. 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. Mon.: Tues.: CALENDAR OF EVENTS For the week of November 3 9, 2014 Sewing Group 5PM Adult Ed. Rm. Friends in Faith Book Study 9-10AM Coffee Shop Fr. Ivan: MethWick 10:30 AM Senior Citizen 500 Card Players St. Jude 12:30 PM Staff Meeting 1:30 PM Conf. Rm. RCIA 6:45 8:15 PM Adult Ed. Rm. Wed.: Men s Fellowship 6:30 AM Celtic Grounds Joyful Hearts Book Club 10AM Ad. Ed. Rm. Adult Choir Rehearsal 7PM Choir Rm. Thurs.: Anointing Mass 11AM Church Senior Luncheon immediately following the Mass Padre Pio Prayer Group 9AM Ad. Ed. Rm. Men s Fellowship 7PM Celtic Grounds Women s Fellowship 7PM Adult Ed. Room Fri.: Sat.: Sun.: Wedding Rehearsal Church Strike/Webber Wedding Church Young Adult Ministry 7:30 PM Celtic Grounds Confirmation 10AM Mass 12:30 PM RE Wing November 2, 2014