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November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Queen of All Saints
6603 Christopher Drive, St. Louis, MO 63129-4919
314.846.8207
Rev. Msgr. Joseph M. Simon, Pastor
Deacon Richard H. Schellhase
www.qasstl.org
Rev. Brian S. Fallon, Associate Pastor
Deacon Joseph J. Wingbermuehle
Mission Statement
As members of Queen of All Saints Parish we are a community united in the Catholic faith,
nourished by the Eucharist, and sent to make Christ known to all through word and deed.
Holy Sacrifice of Mass
Eucharistic Adoration
Sunday Mass (Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m.)
7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m., 12:00 noon
Tuesdays 8:45 a.m. - Wednesdays 6:00 a.m.
Weekday Mass
Tuesday 7:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday 6:15 and 8:15 a.m.
Perpetual Help Devotions and Benediction
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday 8:15 a.m.
Saturday 7:45 a.m., 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
Holidays: Refer to bulletin inside
Anytime: Contact the parish priest (314) 846-8207
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS
6603 CHRISTOPHER DRIVE
ST. LOUIS, MO 63129-4919
PASTORAL STAFF (846-8207)
Rev. Msgr. Joseph M. Simon, Pastor………………............Ext. 204
Rev. Brian S. Fallon, Associate Pastor……………………..Ext. 205
Deacon Richard Schellhase………………………………...Ext. 251
Deacon Joseph Wingbermuehle……………………………Ext. 252
Sadie Wingbermuehle, DRE, Adult Faith Formation……...Ext. 206
Dr. Cathy Johns, Ed.D., Principal of QAS School………...Ext. 305
Carrie Sallwasser, CRE, Principal of PSR…………………Ext. 311
Christine Detwiler, Youth Minister………….………..…...Ext. 232
Christopher Dunn, Liturgical Music…………………...…471-4659
TELEPHONES/OFFICE HOURS
Rectory/Parish Office Phone (Ext. 200)………………….846-8207
School Phone (Ext. 300)………………………………….846-0506
PSR Phone (Ext. 312)…………………………………….846-8126
Coordinator of Liturgical Music, Christopher Dunn……..471-4659
Limbach Hall (Ext. 313)….…………………………........846-8207
School Nurse (Ext. 323)…………………………………..846-0506
School Cafeteria (Ext. 325)……………………………….846-0506
Fax Number – Rectory…………………………...……….846-0636
Fax Number - School……………….…………..…...……846-4939
Adult Resource Center (ARC) (Ext. 208)……..……….....846-8207
Youth Minister (Ext. 232)……………………….…....…..846-8207
Church Hall (Ext. 276)……………………………….…...846-8207
Rectory Meeting Room (Ext. 209)…………………......…846-8207
Athletic Field Concession Stand………………...……......293-0585
Athletic Field Rainout Number………..……….…….…...846-4402
Web Sites:
Parish/School/PSR:
www.qasstl.org
(Click on link for School or PSR)
Home & School Association:
http://www.qasstl.org/content/home-and-school-association
Activities Association:
www.qasaa.org
Archdiocese of St. Louis:
www.archstl.org
E-Mail Address:
Parish
Msgr. Simon
Fr. Fallon
Sadie Wingbermuehle, RCIA,
& Pastoral Care
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Christine Detwiler, Youth Ministry Office [email protected]
Dr. Cathy Johns, Ed.D.,
[email protected]
Principal of QAS School
[email protected]
Carrie Sallwasser, CRE, PSR Principal
Holly Wille, PSR Secretary
[email protected]
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/QASstl
Twitter:
@QASSTL
PARISH OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
M-F
ADULT RESOURCE CENTER is located in the Church Hall.
BULLETIN DEADLINE is Monday at 4:00 p.m.
All announcements must have a name and telephone number
attached. Announcements are published one time only but
will be repeated if requested. Send to: [email protected]
BAPTISMS following Sunday Masses, 1:15 p.m.
Arrangements must be made through the parish office.
Anyone who has never attended a Baptismal Preparation Program must attend prior to the Baptism. It is recommended that
the parents attend the class before the birth of their child.
The Program is held the 4th Wednesday of January, March, May,
July, September, and the 3rd Wednesday of November at
7:00 p.m. in the Adult Resource Center.
Please contact the parish office to make a reservation.
MARRIAGES must be arranged with one of the priests at
the parish office. Preparation must be at least six months
prior to anticipated date of wedding.
FUNERALS must be arranged through a priest at the parish
office. If a family member dies, who resides outside QAS, please
notify the parish office.
HOLY ORDERS and CONSECRATED (RELIGIOUS) LIFE:
Anyone discerning a religious vocation should contact a
parish priest or the Archdiocesan Office of Vocations at
314-792-6460.
ANOINTING AND PASTORAL CARE OF SICK:
Please notify the parish office to arrange for the Sacrament of the
Sick or a pastoral visit. Also please notify the parish office when
someone is admitted to the hospital. Because hospitals are by law
not permitted to share patient information, the hospitals do not
notify the parish of parishioner patients.
PRAYER LINE: [email protected] or 846-6859
MEALS for sick or recovering: Pastoral Care, 846-8207, ext .206
RIDES to church or doctors: Pastoral Care, 846-8207, ext. 206
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL REQUESTS:
Contact the parish office (Ext. 200)…………..……846-8207
FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED:
A hearing device is available that transmits information
from the P.A. System. The device is available in the rear
vesting sacristy. Personal ear pieces are available at Radio Shack.
NEW PARISHIONERS are asked to contact the parish office.
If you have a change of address or if you move out of the
Parish, please notify the parish office, 846-8207, Ext. 200.
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS
[email protected]
Rev. Msgr. Joseph M. Simon, Pastor
Rev. Brian Fallon, Associate Pastor
Scott Gurley, Chairperson
Mike Redd, Vice-Chairperson
Sheila McDonald, Secretary
Dino Busalachi, Christian Formation
Jeanne Herzberg, Christian Service
Tim Tierney, Finance Council
Patty Stevens, Liturgy
Betsi Nappier, Social Life
Jeff Dreste, Stewardship
846-8207, ext. 204
846-8207, ext. 205
846-5366
846-6510
846-1810
846-0295
293-1983
846-5464
846-2856
846-2745
846-7076
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
LAST CALL!! DON’T BE LEFT OUT!!
RETURN YOUR STEWARDSHIP
COMMITMENT CARD TODAY OR
GO ONLINE AND COMPLETE THE CARD
AT
STEWARSHIP.QASSTL.ORG
PASTOR’S COLUMN
The appeal for the mold remediation project has been underway for about a month and many parishioners have taken up the challenge of addressing this unexpected expense
to the parish of nearly one half million dollars. It has been
an emotionally exhausting experience for many people, especially the students and faculty of the school, the PSR students and catechists, and many others who use the building
for sports and social activities. Everyone connected to
Queen of All Saints has been impacted by the discovery of
mold this summer and the process to clean and repair the
school and church hall. I can report to you that activity in
the buildings is back to the usual hectic pace that comes
with autumn. Now the parish must meet it financial responsibility of paying for the cost of remediation. Please use the
envelope marked “Mold Remediation Appeal” that will
appear in the contribution envelope packet beginning in
December. You may also donate a one-time gift or a
monthly gift through Faith Direct. Presently the Mold Remediation Committee is gathering information pertaining to
the HVAC system in the school building which has been
identified as the source of the mold problem. We will announce the projected expense as soon as we ascertain final
numbers. Unrelated expenses have simultaneously popped
in Limbach Hall and we are in the process of replacing the
boiler. It is estimated that replacing the old heating system
will take at least a month. Please bear with us as we work
through these issues. I am reminded of the axiom: when it
rains, it pours. Like Napoleon Bonaparte, we certainly have
met our Waterloo over the last six months. Thanks for
helping Queen of All Saints meet this challenge!
Monsignor Joseph Simon
MASS OF REMEMBRANCE—THANK YOU
A big “thank you” to all who shared their time and talent in
making the Mass of Remembrance a most-meaningful occasion for all the families who lost a loved one this past year.
This takes a team effort and we appreciate the GREAT
TEAM you are!
SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK
NEXT SUNDAY – NOON MASS
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated during the 12:00 noon Mass next Sunday, November 23.
EMERGENCY APPEAL FOR
REMEDIATION COVERAGE AND HVAC SYSTEMS
IN SCHOOL AND LIMBACH HALL
Queen of All Saints Parish is in need of immediate cash for
the cost of remediating the school and church hall and for
repairs to or replacement of HVAC units in the school and
Limbach Hall. The Finance Council is asking each family
to make a pledge payable over the next 9 months for these
expenses in addition to ordinary monthly or weekly contributions. A “Mold Remediation Appeal” envelope will
appear in the monthly envelope packet beginning in December. Donations may also be made through Faith Direct
(enroll at the parish office or online at Faith Direct; the
QAS parish code is MO86). The estimated expense for
remediation repairs in the school and the church hall exceeds $520,000. The repair or replacement of HVAC systems is unknown at this time. Once it is ascertained, it will
be announced. We appreciate your assistance in covering
these extraordinary expenses which obviously were not
known at the time the budget was prepared for this year.
CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Next week's Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) needs your help. CCHD was
founded to end the cycle of poverty in the United States by
funding organizations that help people help themselves.
With the tradition of improving education, housing situations, and economic development CCHD continues to make
a positive impact on communities nationwide. Your contribution will defend human dignity and help those living on
the margins of our society. Please give to the CCHD Collection.
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
“Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful
over a little, I will set you over much…” (Matthew 25:21)
God expects us to nurture and develop the gifts He has given
us and then generously give back with increase. He doesn’t
want us to waste or hoard the gifts He has given us; He expects
us to grow our gifts, use them wisely and be generous with
them.
Offertory Collection for the weekend of November 9, 2014:
Offertory:
Loose:
All Saints:
Capital Improvement Fund:
Mold Mediation Appeal:
Retirement for Religious:
St. Vincent de Paul:
Tuition Assistance:
All Saints-FD:
Arch. Military Services-FD:
Cmpn for Human Development-FD:
Capital Improvement Fund-FD:
Disaster Relief Fund-FD:
Endowment Fund-FD:
Japan Appeal-FD:
Offertory-FD:
Mold Remediation Appeal-FD:
New Playground Donation-FD:
Retirement Fund for Religious-FD:
St. Vincent de Paul-FD:
Tuition Assistance-FD:
FD = Faith Direct
$14,872.24
$ 498.00
$
45.00
$ 363.00
$12,452.50
$ 195.00
$ 599.00
$
90.00
$ 598.00
$ 165.00
$ 410.00
$ 853.00
$
30.00
$
25.00
$
5.00
$29,789.25
$ 1,135.00
$
10.00
$ 1,467.00
$ 1,174.00
$ 555.00
DONATE THROUGH YOUR iPHONE
More than one-third, 38.1%, of regular donors contribute
through the Faith Direct electronic-giving program. Currently
238 donors are enrolled in the program. The average weekly
donation of Faith Direct donations is $7,589.76 which is
$394,667.52 per year.
Did you know that now you can give to Queen of All Saints
using your iPhone? In 2013 Faith Direct introduced their new
iPhone app. Existing Faith Direct users can now manage every
aspect of their account right from their iPhone or iPod. This
exciting new addition to eGiving at Queen of All Saints is another great reason to use Faith Direct for your gifts of treasure.
To learn more about the Faith Direct iPhone App, scan this QR
Code with your iPhone or iPod and download the app today!
Don't have a Faith Direct account? Enroll online by visiting www.faithdirect.net and use our church code, MO86, or
pick up an enrollment form from the parish office to get started!
SUPPORT OF QAS VIA FAITH DIRECT
With the busy times of Thanksgiving and Advent season
right around the corner, enrolling in Faith Direct today is a
great way to ensure your gifts of treasure to Queen of All
Saints are received even if you may be out of town. Please
pick up an enrollment form from the parish office today or
enroll online at www.faithdirect.net - our Church Code
is MO86. Already using Faith Direct? Don't forget to add
your Christmas or End-of-Year contributions to your account this fall.
Ordinary monthly operations continue during the mold expenditure appeal currently taking place at Queen of All
Saints. We appreciate financial support of all parishioners
during the mold crisis. Please consider adding Mold Remediation Appeal to your monthly or weekly donation choices
at Faith Direct, the parish's electronic eGiving program.
Thank you for your prayerful and financial support of Queen
of All Saints Parish.
Monsignor Simon and the Finance Council
SUPPORT QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL BY
DONATING TO THE“TUITION ASSISTANCE FUND”
A monthly contribution to the Tuition Assistance Fund will
assist QAS in providing $35,956 in tuition grants to 16 school
families that were awarded tuition assistance for 2014-15.
Your donation provides financial assistance to those families
who have qualified for tuition assistance. Are you someone
looking for a way to assist a school family with their tuition? It’s a win-win decision, both for families desiring Catholic education for their children but facing difficulties paying for
tuition, and for donors who can assist these families through
tax-deductible contributions to the Tuition Assistance Fund
(the pink envelope in the monthly packet or through Faith Direct at www.faithdirect.net. The parish code for enrolling in
Faith Direct is MO86).
CHANGING FAITH DIRECT DONATION???
If you are increasing your weekly or monthly donation via
Faith Direct, please contact them at faithdirect.net, then your
e-mail address and password. Or perhaps you desire to increase your second collection (extra appeals) donation
amounts. New donors must use the church code for Queen of
All Saints, MO86 and follow the instructions. Also, if your
credit card number has changed, please notify Faith Direct of
the new card number.
One-Time Gift Through Faith Direct
Make a One-Time Gift to Queen of All Saints! Scan this QR
Code with your smart phone to make a One-Time donation to
Queen of All Saints using our secure mobile gift
page. (Please note: donors already registered
with Faith Direct should not use this code. They
are already set up under a different electronic
program.)
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION PROGRAM
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY
Anyone who has not attended a Baptismal Preparation
Program must attend prior to the Baptism. Our next Baptismal Preparation Program will be held on Wednesday,
November 19, 7:00 p.m. in the Adult Resource Center.
Please contact the parish office to make a reservation,
846-8207, ext. 200.
Adopt-a-Family Special Appeal
Pro Life Christmas Cards Now Available!
If you plan to send Christmas cards, please consider purchasing your cards from the QAS Respect Life Committee. Cards will be sold for your convenience after the Sunday Masses in the Church Hall. Sale dates are Sunday November 16, November 23 and December 7. (No sales on
Thanksgiving weekend.) Proceeds from the Christmas card
sales support the large pro-life billboard on I-55. This billboard is seen by thousands of drivers but is very expensive. The billboard rental is $2,675/month and all funds are
raised through donations and Christmas card sales! Your
support helps keep the pro life message in front of St. Louis
drivers every day!
We still need your help in adopting 12
families in need for this Christmas season. These families range from 4-5 people
in size. Without your help these families
will not be celebrating a joyous season. Vincentians
will be in the Church Hall after all Sunday Masses this
weekend if you would like to choose a family profile.
Please contact Mercedes Knese, 846-2635, or e-mail to
[email protected].
This year will be the same personal program as last
year. If you adopt a family you will be purchasing for
a specific family with a wish list provided by the family. The Giving Tree items will also be a specific wish
for a designated recipient.
~~~~~~~
The Giving Tree will be set up in the main lobby of
the Church the weekend of November 22 & 23. At that
time you will be able to take one or more gift tags off
the tree, listing the specific item to purchase for the
designated individual. These tags will range from
clothing and toys to household items or gift cards.
This year all UNWRAPPED gifts for both parts of the
program will be collected in the Church Hall the weekend of December 12, 13 & 14. We will be in the hall
Friday, December 12, from Noon – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13, from 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, December 14, from 7:00 AM – Noon
Members of St. Vincent DePaul Society will deliver all
gifts starting at 1:00 PM.
Turkey Dinner
Don’t forget to
purchase your
grocery & scrip
certificates at
Queen of All Saints!
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
BULLETIN DEADLINE CHANGES
“The Father and I are One.”
Due to the holidays, bulletin deadlines have changed.
Please note due dates as follows:
(John30)
As we gaze upon the Most Blessed Sacrament in Eucharistic Adoration we are gazing
upon the Creator, Redeemer, and Sanctifier.
All bulletin announcements for the weekend of November 30 must be in the parish office no later than Tuesday, November 18, by 4:00 p.m.
THE BLESSED SACRAMENT IS EXPOSED
EVERY TUESDAY FROM 8:45 A.M.
TO WEDNESDAY AT 6:00 A.M.
All bulletin announcements for the weekend of December 21 must be in the parish office no later than Tuesday, December 9, by 4:00 p.m.
For more information, contact the Parish Office, 846-8207, ext. 200
All bulletin announcements for the weekend of December 28 must be in the parish office no later than Monday,
December 15, by 4:00 p.m.
All bulletin announcements for the weekend of January
4 must be in the parish office no later than Thursday,
December 18, by 4:00 p.m.
Eucharistic Adoration Volunteer
I commit the following time each Tuesday/Wednesday to the
Lord present in the Blessed Sacrament on the altar at Queen of
All Saints Church:
Name____________________________________
Phone____________________________________
BEGINNING AGAIN
OF SOUTH COUNTY CATHOLIC CHURCHES
...Is sponsoring an Annulment Information Seminar,
presented by Sr. Donna Fischer, SSND, on Sunday, November 16, 6:00-800pm at Mary Mother of the Church,
5901 Kerth Rd, in classroom below the church.
Sr. Donna has helped many through the annulment process and will share her knowledge and provide an opportunity for questions. There is no charge. For further information call 314-894-1373.
Time_____________________________________
(Adoration: Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to Wednesday 6:00 a.m.)
SVDP Request for Family
Family in dire circumstance in need of:
•
•
•
Washer and Dryer
Chest of drawers (3 or 4 drawer)
Full or queen-size bed
Please contact Tom Knese, QAS president of
SVDP Society at 314-803-4078. Thank you.
ATTENTION
ALL EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS
When the priest starts distributing communion at the
altar and you do not see the complement of ministers
needed, please come forward.
Including the priests, deacons and seminarians, the
total number of ministers needed are:
7:30 & 12 Noon
10 ministers
5:00 pm, 9:00 & 10:00 am
14 ministers
Please pray for those who are ill or hospitalized: Everette
Huegerich, Michael Maniaci, Dolores McMullin, Debbie
Mecca, Greg Slesinski, Kathleen Hediger, Nicole Koenig,
Russ Beerman, Sr., Karen Thaman, Ron Dieckmann, Kelly
Mueller, Neri Prichard, Mary Christisen, Norma Stillman,
Steve Kohner, Bernadette (Buerke) Valko, Joe Klein, Patricia Cragen, Rosemary Nagy, Gerry Everding, Cathy Coughlin, Jackie McClanahan, Annie (Pozzo) Meahl, Gary Meadows, James Mercurio, Gene Buerke, Audrey Kriegshauser,
Mary Ann Amato, Greg Mueller.
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Adopt-a-Family Special Appeal
SEEKING NEW MEMBERS
The Parish Council will be adding three new members in
January, 2015. We are currently seeking volunteers who
are interested in serving as a member on the Council.
The Parish Council promotes dialogue between parishioners and the parish staff, coordinates parish activities, and
serves as advisors to the pastor. Please contact Scott
Gurley (314) 433-3230 or the parish office 846-8207,
Ext. 200
Bann III Meaghan O’Brien and Jeff Schoor
CALLING ALL AMAZON.COM SHOPPERS
Did you know that Queen of All Saints can benefit from your
Amazon purchases at no cost to you!?!? It is true! Just add a
smile in front of amazon the next time you log in to shop!
At www.smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same products, prices, selection and shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to Queen of All Saints!
With Christmas just around the corner, please take a minute to
ensure that Queen of All Saints benefits from your purchases.
Simply log in to amazon via http://smile.amazon.com. On
your first visit to the site, you will be prompted to select a charity. Type in Queen of All Saints and select “Queen of All
Saints Catholic Church, Saint Louis MO”.
It is truly that simple! Just be sure to shop through the http://
smile.amazon.com site and you will be helping our parish at
the same time!
For more information on this program, visit
http://smile.amazon.com/about
PROJECT HOPE / Nicaragua Donations
I will be going on a mission trip to Nicaragua in January 2015.
I am seeking donations of items you may have in your home
and no longer needed:
•
•
New or gently used refillable water bottles
Cloth/canvas bags
Call 314-846-2808 and I will pick these items up whether you
have 1 item or 10.
Thank you,
Diane Garrett
Many families are still available for adoption this Christmas. This program provides their only Christmas celebration.
Make it your own family project or a project of a scout troop, breakfast or lunch
club, book club. Help us keep Christ in
Christmas. Family sign-ups are available
every weekend in the Church hall after
Masses through November 16. Thank you
once again for your generosity. Your parish St. Vincent de Paul Society.
Advent and other new CD’s arriving soon!
Check the bulletin and kiosk.
PLENARY INDULGENCE FOR POOR SOULS
Catholics may gain a plenary indulgence for all temporal
punishment due to sin for anyone who has died by performing the following:
• Pray for the souls in purgatory: one Our Father and
one Hail Mary
• Recite the Apostles Creed
• Receive Holy Communion
• Go to confession within 20 days
• Pray for the Holy Father’s intention
• Have no attachment to sin.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
March for Life Trip to Washington, D.C.
MO Right to Life buses leave January 21 and return to St. Louis, January 23, 2015. For more info, contact Jeannine Sinak,
293-0670.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK - November 16, 2014
Monday: Rv 1:1-4; 2:1-5; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 18:35-43
Tuesday: Rv 3:1-6, 14-22; Ps 15:2-5; Lk 19:1-10, or,
(for the memorial of the Dedication)
Acts 28:11-16, 30-31; Ps 98:1-6; Mt 14:22-33
Wednesday: Rv 4:1-11; Ps 150:1b-6; Lk 19:11-28
Thursday: Rv 5:1-10; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lk 19:41-44
Friday: Rv 10:8-11; Ps 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131;
Lk 19:45-48
Saturday: Rv 11:4-12; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Lk 20:27-40
Sunday: Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; Ps 23:1-3, 5-6;
1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
ADVENT BLANKET MAKING –
HELP ‘WARM UP’ ST. LOUIS
Are you looking for a meaningful way to begin Advent
and get ready for this Christmas season? Before the craziness of shopping, preparations and parties start –
wouldn’t we all like to find a way to prepare our hearts
for the true meaning of Christmas?
Advent blanket-making began two years ago on the first
Sunday of Advent at QAS after hearing about a homeless
man who froze to death on our city’s streets. Since that
time, so far, QAS parishioners have come together and
hand-made over 70 fleece blankets that were then delivered to St. Patrick’s Center to help protect those in need
from the bitter winter cold. We are offering the opportunity again this year to start your Advent in an impactful
way. Sunday, November 30, from 2-4 p.m. the QAS
gym will be open to all who would like to participate
in this project. Entire families can work on their blanket
together, mothers and daughters, groups of friends, even
Girl Scout troops. And this is a great service activity for
eighth graders to do with their confirmation sponsors!
You can start looking now for your fleece at any fabric
store. Just purchase two pieces of fleece, 2 yards each,
one in a solid color and the other in a coordinating print
or both in solid colors. Bring the fleece, some good,
sharp scissors, a ruler if you have one, and possibly
something to cushion your knees as this is an on-thefloor project. We will show you a very easy way to make
a warm fleece blanket in about an hour. If you are unable
to come on November 30, you are welcome to make your
blanket on your own and drop it off at the Parish Office
where we will pick it up before delivering downtown – or
contact us to come pick it up from your house. If you
need to know how to make the blankets, please email
Mary at the address below. We will be happy to send the
instructions to you.
Let’s start this Advent season off with warm hearts,
knowing we will be helping others stay warm this winter!
To ensure we have adequate space and supplies, please
RSVP Mary at [email protected].
Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have,
for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. Hebrews 13:16
INDOOR
PROGRAM
There will be an indoor soccer program for boys and girls of
the parish ages 5-10. The program will begin early in December and conducted at the Vetta Concord indoor facility in
South County. More info: call Marty, 314-393-1164.
Prayer Group for Moms/Grandmas
Moms in Prayer is a group of moms who meet for one
hour each week to pray specifically for our children
(grandchildren), our schools, and our teachers. Please
consider joining us on Wednesday mornings, 9:00 - 10:00
a.m. Come and experience the joy of replacing anxiety
with peace and hope when you pray with other
moms. Feel free to join us every week, or, as your
schedule allows. Babies and toddlers welcome! For
more information, contact Jeannine Sinak, 293-0670 or
[email protected].
Caregiver Support Group
“Providing support for those who care for others”
The Caregiver Support Group is a mutual help support
group. It is not psychotherapy, but provides a caring and
safe environment to share your care giving experience
and to interact with other caregivers. Discover for yourself the opportunities for supportive sharing, socialization and educational programs.
11:30 a.m.—1:30 p.m.
Third Wednesday of each month
Sunset Hills Community Center
For more information, contact Gerri Zeman at 846-1407
or Gloria at 832-0169 or visit
www.caregiversupportgroup.net.
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Prayer Group for Moms/Grandmas
Blood Facts...
Moms in Prayer is a group of moms who meet for one
hour each week to pray specifically for our children
(grandchildren), our schools, and our teachers. Please
consider joining us on Wednesday mornings, 9:00 - 10:00
a.m. Come and experience the joy of replacing anxiety
with peace and hope when you pray with other
moms. Feel free to join us every week, or, as your
schedule allows. Babies and toddlers welcome! For
more information, contact Jeannine Sinak, 293-0670 or
[email protected].
Blood is amazing stuff. Did you know that adults have
approximately 16 pints of blood in their body at any given time? One collection unit of blood is about 1 pint. It
takes roughly 4 hours for your body to replace a donated
pint of blood. In the US alone, 40,000 units of blood are
used each day. Only about 5% of healthy Americans donate blood. Multiple donations account for over 80% of
the blood used for transfusions. There is no substitute
for blood.
Youth Ministry
LIFE TEEN MASS AND LIFE NIGHTS
Starting in October, we added another youth Mass to each
month. The FIRST and THIRD Sundays of every month,
we will celebrate Life Teen Mass at Noon. Teens are invited to sit in the first couple of pews with the other teens. All
welcome!
Following the Life Teen Masses, the youth group will meet
for Life Nights (Creative nights on Catholic Teaching, Morality and Current Issues) from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. in the
Church or cafeteria. We will no longer meet immediately
following the noon Mass.
Thursday Night Prayer Group
You have the power to help other people you may not
even know. All it takes is for you to roll up your sleeve
and donate a pint of blood. Remember, blood can’t be
manufactured; it can only be given freely through the
compassionate generosity of donors. If you are at least
18 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and are in general
good health, please give the gift of life!
QAS Knights of Columbus Blood Drive:
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7
from 8:00 am - 1:30 pm, in the School Cafeteria
Contact Chris Nelms at 314-846-4786 or
[email protected] if you prefer, for more information.
All blood donated will benefit St. Louis area hospitals.
Every Thursday, the youth group gathers for prayer group
from 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. in the Church Hall. Bring a friend!
Adoration at Queen
Mark your calendars! Open to everyone in the parish,
EVERY 3rd Thursday will be Adoration at Queen, a night
of worship music, a short reflection and time in Adoration
from 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m in the Church.
We invite you to come experience Christ in a new way!
Upcoming date:
November 20th: Church
*Eat before donating * Hydrate *Bring photo ID
Please Note:
Each presenting donor in December will be automatically
entered into drawings for:
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$100 gift card for family movie experience
$250 Target shopping spree
iPad or Best Buy gift card ($500 value)
$500 Amazon online shopping spree
$1000 gift card towards one year supply of gas
New donors and Walk-ins Welcome!
Pro-Life March in Washington D.C.
QAS will be attending the Pro-Life March to Washington
D.C. January 21-25th. Forms available on QAS website or
in the youth office. Registration due October 9th.
Join Facebook group Queen of All Saints Youth Ministry for weekly posts about upcoming events and follow
us on Twitter @QAS_YM.
Catholic Singles Christmas Dance
Catholic Singles group is having a Christmas Dance Saturday, Dec. 6th 8pm-12am at Ascension (230 Santa Maria
Dr Chesterfield, MO 63005). $12 at the door, $10 in advance. This includes open bar and light snacks. For more
information contact Gina at [email protected]
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Queen of All Saints - St Vincent DePaul
“Couponing for a Cause”
Do you know how to coupon or want to learn? We need
you.
Please join us for a positive, upbeat gathering to teach
other what we know about couponing. We will do this
for our families and for those in need.
WHEN: December 14, 2014
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Queen of All Saints Church
This 90 minute mission blends the God given musical talents of Michael James Mette with the genuine
inspirational message of Greg Wasinski. This presentation is intended to challenge and re-charge your
parish with a spirit of HOPE!
Did you know you cannot purchase personal hygiene,
cleaning or paper products with food stamps? That’s
where this group comes in. We will purchase those items
for little or no money and donate them to St. Vincent DePaul to take to families facing emergency situations. We
will also learn how to save money ourselves and restock
our own pantries.
We will meet in the school library at 7PM the 1st and
3rd Tuesday of every month through May.
THE PROGRAM TO SEND EXPIRED COUPONS TO
THE TROOPS HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED.
Feel free to call or email us at:
Holly Wille…………..314-846-7456 or
[email protected]
Alicia Hayden………314-680-7768 or
[email protected]
Christina Kennedy……314-660-7785 or
[email protected]
This single night collaboration uses the universal language of music to encourage people to participate.
Reflective and traditional songs will compliment selections from Michael's albums “Bring Forth the
Light” and “Always What I Need.”
Catholics can relate to Greg's stories, which weave
scripture through real life experiences. The examples from Greg's book “Where Faith & Real Life
Come Together...” will encourage the audience to
see how God is at work in everyday life. All of this is
highlighted by Greg's compelling witness, a story of
a spiritual awakening from that of a lapsed cradle
Catholic to a passionate Catholic speaker.
The evening will culminate with Michael and Greg
providing an opportunity for all ages to re-focus on
Christ and re-commit themselves to their Catholic
faith. Greg and Michael will encourage people to
enter into their own journey to “Bethlehem” to bring
Christ into this world every day.
PLEASE SAVE YOUR COUPONS AND PUT THEM
IN THE SVDP BASKETS IN THE BACK OF
CHURCH
Come join the fun, ask your family and friends,
Soul Support Speaker At Assumption Church
You are invited to hear Sister Mary
Kathleen Ronan, RSM, as she presents:
“The Call to the Laity” on Saturday,
November 22. Enjoy a short morning
reflection at Assumption Church, 4725 Mattis Rd., 63128.
8 a.m. Mass; 8:30 a.m. Check-in and refreshments in the
church lower level; 9 a.m. Presentation. How are we, the
laity, called in our church? Sister Mary Kathleen is the
Coordinator of the Lay Formation Program of the Paul XI
Institute of the St. Louis Archdiocese. She loves to discuss the laity’s unique call and place in the mission of the
church! Assumption’s Soul Support Series -- set your soul
soaring!
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
QAS Senior Fun Seekers
Calling All Seniors ~ Come Join Us At QAS
An organizational and social meeting to plan for
2015 will be held November 20, 7:00 pm in the
Church Hall. Refreshments will be served.
P.S. Please bring to the November 20 meeting or
send to Adeline Chmielewski the $7.00 for our
Christmas dinner and party at Andre’s which is
scheduled for December 11.
Fun Seekers Offer Fun Times
ADOPTION MASS
The Archdiocesan Respect Life Committee will host a
special Mass in celebration of all those whose lives have
been affected by adoption, whether directly or indirectly.
The annual adoption Mass, with Bishop Rice as celebrant,
will be on Sunday, November 23 at 10:00 am at the Cathedral Basilica. This beautiful Mass is especially for any
foster parents, foster children, adoptive parents/
grandparents, birth parents/grandparents, and persons who
were themselves adopted. Special invitation to parents
who are in the process of adopting. A reception will follow the Mass in Boland Hall. For more information, contact the Respect Life Apostolate, 314-792-7555.
Day Retreat: Generous God
Take time to pray and reflect
on the generosity of God
Saturday, November 22, 2014
9am-12pm
Where: Maria Center
336 East Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125
Retreat Director: Annette L. Sherwood
Suggested Offering: $20
A donation of the proceeds will go to: BIRTHRIGHT
Registration Closes: Nov 20
To register contact Annette
e-mail: [email protected]
phone: 314-616-6030
http://www.annettelsherwood.com/
Hearts on Fire
Young Adult Group
We are having a bonfire on Tuesday November 18th at
7:30-9:30pm on St. David's Ball-field. We will provide
stuff for s’mores and hot chocolate. Please come and
enjoy fellowship for young adults between the ages 2035. If you have a family of your own, children are welcome to attend as well.
If you have questions, please contact Anne Bullman at
[email protected]! Thank you! Check out our
Facebook group Hearts on Fire Young Adult! We will
still meet in St. David's parish center if weather is not
cooperating.
Mission Statement: We, Hearts on Fire, young adults
from Jefferson County and South County, ages 20-35,
single or married, who are seeking to deepen our faith
and build community in Jesus Christ through weekly fellowship, prayer, faith sharing, and spiritual growth.
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Give the gift that keeps on giving - for the rest of your life
as a happily married couple! The holidays are a perfect
time to consider making a gift of a Marriage Encounter
weekend to each other. Call 314-469-7317 or visit
www.stl-wwme.org to register for the December 5-7,
2014 or February 6-8, 2015 weekend.
CATHOLIC RADIO
St. Louis Faith Journeys is a new program on AM 1460
KHOJ Catholic Radio every Tuesday at 7:30 am and
Saturday at 3:30 pm. The show highlights converts and
reverts to the Catholic faith in St. Louis. For a program
schedule, call toll-free 1-877-305-1234.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
THE PARISH WEBSITE ADDRESS IS
www.qasstl.org
The Sunday bulletin and The Saints’ Connection
quarterly newsletter are available on the website.
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Roses for the Unborn
A LOVING CHURCH
The Catholic Church has always spoken out strongly
against abortion, but, likewise, has always maintained a
tradition of love, understanding and forgiveness.
If you, or someone you know, has been touched by the
trauma of abortion, we want you to know that your
Church understands and cares about you. We want you
to know that we are willing to help you with the healing
process.
RECYCLING PAYS OFF
The holidays are nearing and get-togethers will
be many, please remember to recycle your aluminum and paper.
Recycling facts:
Recycling one ton of paper reduces the need for
17 trees.
Have you noticed the beautiful vase of roses
near the baptismal font? The red roses represent life......within us and among us. QAS
Respect Life Apostolate would like to honor
those who are expecting a child, as well as
families waiting to adopt, and publicly show our prayerful
encouragement for new life. Our goal is to grow a prayerful awareness of the many unborn children soon to join
our parish! We encourage the prayers of the entire parish
and look forward to welcoming these children into the
Catholic community at QAS.
If you are expecting a baby or are waiting to adopt a
child, please call Jeannine Sinak, 293-0670, to have a rose
placed in the vase. The rose will remain in church
throughout your pregnancy to symbolize the prayerful
support of the QAS community. After your child is born,
you are encouraged to take your rose, as a reminder of the
prayers offered for your child, even before he/she was
born.
When you see these roses in church, say a prayer for all
the unborn, especially those soon to be parishioners of
Queen of All Saints.
GIRLS DAY OUT
Recycling Aluminum saves 95% of the energy
needed to produce new aluminum from raw materials.
National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Saturday, November 22, 10 am - 3 pm
Thank you for helping the environment and raise
money for our programs by continuing to recycle
your paper items and aluminum cans and bringing them to the QAS containers for recycling.
This day features vendors and a fun-filled luncheon and quarter
auction. Admission for shopping is free. Reservations for the
luncheon are $25 per person or $180 per table of 8 and space is
limited. Proceeds from this event support the Shrine’s ministries and programs. To make a reservation, call 618-394-6292.
WayofLights.org/GirlsDayOut
SCRAP METAL NEEDED
Members from Mary Mother will come to your house
and pick up any metal item you want to discard, and sell
it for scrap. The money goes to support the Mary Mother
St. Vincent de Paul Conference. We take appliances,
barbecue pits and lawnmowers but do not take televisions, microwaves, or pressurized tanks. For more information or to schedule a pickup, call Kathleen Riggio, 314
-614-2874.
WISDOM FROM CHILDREN
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Never trust a dog to watch your food.
If you want something expensive, ask your grandparents.
Wear a hat when feeding seagulls.
Don’t flush the toilet when your dad’s in the shower.
If you get a bad grade in school, show it to your mom when
she’s on the phone.
Never dare your little brother to paint your mom’s car.
Don’t tell your mom that her diet isn’t working.
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Liturgical Ministries
Monday, November 17 - St. Elizabeth of Hungary
6:15 a.m.
Nancy Borgmeyer (Health)
**8:15 a.m.
Alex Seigel
Tuesday, November 18 - Dedication of the Basilicas of
SS. Peter & Paul, St. Rose Philippine Duchesne
6:15 a.m.
Margaret Cummings
8:15 a.m.
Peter & Doris Perniciaro
Wednesday, November 19
6:15 a.m.
Purgatorial Society
**8:15 a.m.
Bernadette Godfrey
Thursday, November 20
6:15 a.m.
Dorothy Nadolny
8:15 a.m.
Robert Bourisaw
Friday, November 21 -Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
6:15 a.m.
Special Intention (B.B.)
**8:15 a.m.
Mary Lou Harrison (Health)
Saturday, November 22 - St. Cecilia
8:15 a.m.
Renewal of Marriage & Family Life
5:00 p.m.
Joseph & Evelyn Amad
Sunday, November 23 - Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the
Universe
7:30 a.m.
Lucy Schulze
9:00 a.m.
Kevin Kister
10:30 a.m.
Pat Dunn
12:00 Noon
For the People
**Children’s Mass
Saturday, November 22, 2014
5:00 p.m.
Extraordinary Minister Captain: Loretta Patton
Lectors: Ric Armbruster, Gloria Allender
Cantor: Seraphim Singers
Servers: Connor & Ian Hohmann, Ryan Berner
Ushers: Mike Serati, Judy Calcara, Bev Brynda
Sunday, November 23 - Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the
Universe
7:30 a.m.
Extraordinary Minister Captain: Kurt Loeffler
Lectors: Mike Altepeter, Betty Fau
Cantor: TBA
Servers: Henry & Jack Bollinger, Maggie Schillinger
Ushers: Tim Rafferty, Marie Martin, Dick Blowers
9:00 a.m.
Extraordinary Minister Captain: Sherry Chibnall
Lectors: Matt Giegling, Tom Kraus
Cantor: TBA
Servers: Madeline Freitag, Trent Bauman, Adam Cunningham
Ushers: Jennifer Missey, Barry Smith, Connie Lohse
10:30 a.m.
Extraordinary Minister Captain: Pat Knobbe
Lectors: Cindy Schulte, Ginny Vendt
Cantor: Adult Choir
Servers: Caroline Kozeny, Nathan Dalton, Anthony Simokaitis
Ushers:
Dave Little, Harold Stanfield, Ray & Michelle Hapak
Proclaimer of the Word: None
Sunday:
After all Masses in the Church Hall:
Grocery Certificate & Scrip Sales
Adopt-A-Family Profiles
Pro-Life Christmas Card Sales
9:00 am RCIA - Library
4:00 pm Variety Guild - Church Hall
5:00 pm Seraphim Singers - Church
Monday: 7:00 pm ACTS Core Mtg. - Church Hall, Room 2
7:00 pm Boy Scout Parent Mtg. - Church Hall
7:00 pm School Brd. Mtg. - Rectory Bsmt.
Tuesday: 8:45 am Eucharistic Adoration - Church
7:00 pm Boy Scout Meeting - Grounds
7:00 pm Devotions - Church
7:00 pm REAP - Church Hall, Cafe
7:00 pm SVDP Couponing - Library
Wednesday: 5:00 pm & 6:45 pm PSR - School
6:00 pm Speaker’s Circle - Church Hall
7:00 pm Baptismal Preparation Program - ARC
7:00 pm Parish Council Mtg. - Rectory Bsmt.
7:30 pm Adult Choir - Church
Thursday: 7:00 pm Fun Seekers Mtg. - Church Hall
7:00 pm Pro-Life Mtg. - Rectory Bsmt.
7:30 pm YES - Church, Cafe
8:00 pm Mold Remediation Mtg. - Library
Saturday After 5:00 pm Mass in the Church Hall:
Grocery Certificate & Scrip Sales
12:00 Noon
Extraordinary Minister Captain: Joe Waddock
Lectors: Mary Anne Jones, Tina Moszczenski
Cantors: Spirit Singers
Servers: Brayden & McKenna Smith, Zach Hitzemann
Ushers: Mike Bradford, Lisa Heinzman, Linda McMullen
Grocery Certificate Sales Teams
November 22 - 23, 2014
5:00 p.m.
Rick & Roselyn
Page
5:00 p.m.
7:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
12:00 noon
7:30/9:00 a.m.
Sharon Allen
10:30/12:00 Noon
Mike & Lisa
Kurkowski
Scrip Certificate Sales Teams
Sheila White
Pam & Roger Luchtefeld
Pam & Roger Luchtefeld
Pam & Roger Luchtefeld
Pam & Roger Luchtefeld
Life is short—forgive quickly, love truly, laugh
uncontrollably and let your light shine brightly
for all the world to see!
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 16, 2014
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Church Name & Address
Queen of All Saints #012323
6603 Christopher Drive
St. Louis, MO 63129
Contact person: Mary Arconati, 314-846-8207, ext. 202 or 200
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