Clothed With Christ
Blessings: This week’s message: Clothed With Christ When asked which is the greatest Commandment, Jesus replied with Deuteronomy 6:4-5, known in Hebrew as the sh’mah, which means, “Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God is one, and you shall love Him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.” Jesus, the new “law-giver” after Moses, then adds to it, saying, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” To live these commands is the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. The Jews had a familiar expression, “sh’mah vuh sh’mar,” meaning “hear and obey.” The word sh’mah means “to hear” and sh’mar means “to guard, to keep close, to obey.” It almost means “to clothe oneself” in divine instruction. When we are baptized we put on a white garment, symbolizing that we have clothed ourselves with Christ. When the first sin was committed, Adam and Eve felt naked and ashamed, and sought to cover themselves with fig leaves. But the only garment which can truly cover the nakedness of sin, and restore us to our Godgiven dignity, is Christ Himself. In Christ, God clothed Himself with our humanity, and even our shame. This is why Jesus was stripped naked upon the cross, that through enduring our shame, He might clothe us with His own dignity. To live the way of Jesus, that is, to guard, keep and obey His teaching, is to be clothed with Him. Sin is the ultimate nakedness and shame. And yet, our society today has lost its sensitivity to sin. What would have brought scandal fifty years ago is now held as acceptable and normal. This growing inability to see sin, our own “nakedness,” is reminiscent of Hans Christian Andersen’s story, “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” In this story, an extremely vain king, who loves the finest of clothes, finds himself swindled by two thieves. Knowing of his passion for clothes, they tell him they have a special cloth which is invisible to fools and to those unwor- October 26, 2014 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time thy of their office. The king desires a set of clothes made from such cloth. The problem is, none of the king’s advisors can see it, nor can the king himself. Yet, no one wants to be proven a fool or unworthy of his office, so they all pretend to see what is not there. When the clothes are “finished,” the king wishes to parade down the street in his new outfit. Although he is completely naked, he believes he is wearing beautiful clothes, as do all the onlookers… except for one little child, who cries out, “Look, the king is naked!” To try and live apart from divine teaching is to go about naked, that is, still in sin. And yet, many of us choose to ignore the shame of sin, and to pretend that the sin is covered, or is not there at all. It takes the innocence of childhood, restored through baptism and confession, to see sin for what it truly is. Have we become hardened to sin, to the point we fail to recognize it in ourselves and in the world around us? Do we make excuses and try to explain sin away? To do so is to try and cover ourselves with fig leaves. It is far better to acknowledge our sins, and our need for grace, and to clothe ourselves with Christ. If we do, we are like the Catholics in Thessalonica, whom Paul praises because their reputation for living the Gospel has spread far and wide. The words sh’mah (to hear), and sh’mar (hold close, guard, obey) go together. It is not enough simply to hear Christ’s teachings, we also must live by them. If we are not covering ourselves with Christ, what are we holding close, what are we obeying? Have we allowed Christ’s teachings to form our conscience, and make us sensitive to sin? Or, have we become corrupt in heart and mind, and numb to it? If we ignore the Gospel, we walk about foolishly, like the king with no clothes. But if we love God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength, and our neighbor as ourselves, then we find ourselves clothed with Christ. Fr. Roberts Sacraments: Weddings: Contact Pastor at least six months in advance. Baptisms, Communion to the Sick, Anointing of the Sick: Call Parish Office between 8 am and 4 pm weekdays. Penance: Saturday, 4:30 pm to 5 pm -Other times by appointment. Interested in reserving our parish facilities (Doyle Hall) for your next special event? Contact Kelly Wood: 283-5508, ext 1111. This Week at St. Joan of Arc Father Guy Is Teaching a Class on the nature and methods of Catholic prayer. Topics include prayer in Scripture, contemplative prayer, Benedictine, and Ignatian prayer. Classes meet in the lower level of the parish office center from 7-8:15 p.m. Again this Year in November, the Angel Tree will be in church for parishioners to select and purchase Christmas gifts for a child with a parent in prison. A new option this year is to “adopt” an entire Angel Tree Family. This would include giving Christmas gifts to all siblings in one family and delivering the gifts to their home. Please contact Sarah Nanos at [email protected] or at 417– 6430 if you would like to take advantage of this opportunity to help a family for the holidays. 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil continues every Tuesday through November from 2 to 6 p.m. at Planned Parenthood at 8590 Georgetown Road. Please join us in prayer for the unborn and their mothers. There are sign-up sheets at the break of the pews through October 26. If you are unable to commit to a certain date, please come whenever you can. The Respect Life and Daughters of Mary Ministries are gathering donations to benefit Birthline and the Boulevard Place SVDP Food Pantry. Please bring your contributions of diapers (sizes newborn-3), baby food and formula to the pack-and-play located at St. Michael's altar. Thank you for your cooperation to help these little ones who need a healthy start to life. Usher/Greeter Gathering: Monday, November 3, at 6 p.m. - Pizza and fellowship, followed by 6:30-7:30 p.m. meeting in the lower level of the Parish Center Offices. RSVP: Barb Cady Smith, [email protected] or at 506-8263 . If you're an usher/greeter at Mass, or would like to serve, please join us on November 3 to meet other volunteers and learn what is expected for this important and fun ministry. Weekly Prayer Petition: We pray for God’s blessings on all of our RCIA participants this year. May their faith be deepened and their lives be enriched as they enter the next phase of their journey. Please Pray for: Ed Pritchard, Carol Zeltner John & Mary Welch, Pat DeVault, Don Orth, Andrew Perkins, Nancy Orth, Valorie Woods, Susan Handschy, (aunt of Dee Enrico-Janik), Leslie Burnside, Maria Stotts, Colleen Lupiezowiec (sister of Mary Ellen Diemer), Mary Marbaugh, Carolyn Holder (our NYO director), Ron “Gene” Williams, Harley Janssen, Ann, (Catherine Hayes’ sister), Michael Christie, (brother of Yolanda Hill), Gary, (friend of Myra Stemnock), Joseph Collins, (son of Greg and Debbie), Bill Homrighausen & Christine Smith (father & sister of Jean Zander), Tracey Bish, (friend of the Rivelli’s), Joseph M. Brown (husband of Mable), Trenda Atwell (friend of Amber Powers), Agnes Brake, Gary Williams, Bob Sparks, Chanty Yun, Janet New, Betty Taube (mother of Barb Fasbinder and Kate Taube-Osborn), Diana Smart (sister of John Gresehover), Doug Smith (brother of Eric), Jeanetta Torence (sister of Mable Brown), Betty Nolting (mother of Penny), Mandy Wessel, Carrie Godsave-Beguin family, (friend of Amber Powers), Tanis Atkisson (mother of Jayne), Alice Hilario, Julie Howie (mother of Laura Howie-Walters), Heather Allman, (friend of Emily Campbell), Patty Hughes, Christina Shedrick, Megan Furgason (daughter of Ann), Angee Poe (friend of Margaret Graves), Owen Griffith (son of Richard and Jamie), Diane Neyer Rose (friend of Patty Carroll). Weddings: Joe Weisenberger & Liz Halsey, November 8; Stephen Burrows and Rachael Korkzon, November 15. There Will Be an Opportunity for Eucharistic Adoration Friday, November 7, from noon to 5 p.m. If you can take a one-hour shift, please contact Dee Enrico-Janik at [email protected] or sign up at the break of the pews after Mass. This is a great way to spend some quiet time with our Lord. Parish Staff: Father Guy Roberts Molly Ellsworth Kelly Wood Judy Cox Joseph Burrows Mary Anne Schaefer Melinda Rivelli Joe Sheehan Joe Feeser Carolyn Holder Emily Waldron Pastor Business Manager Parish Financial Bookkeeper Parish Office Administrator/Secretary Director of Music Ministries Pastoral Associate Pastoral Associate Coordinator of Parish Religious Formation Principal, St. Joan of Arc School Director of Neighborhood Youth Outreach Athletic Director [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] October 18 & 19 Collection New Fiscal Year Began July 1, 2014 Weekly Budgeted Contributions $ Regular Contributions $ Direct Deposit 5/3 Bank $ Faith Direct Deposit $ Weekly Overage (Shortfall) $ Yearly Overage (Shortfall) $ 17,752.25 9,069.76 1,896.00 00000.00 (6,786.49) (34,342.48) It Is Our Turn to Volunteer at the St. Vincent de Paul Warehouse next Saturday, November 1, from 8 a.m. to noon at 1201 E. Maryland St. Volunteers drive the eleven (11) trucks, receive donated items delivered to the dock, prepare donated merchandise for distribution to the needy, and do the myriad of tasks necessary to keep up with this important work. Working the entire 4-hour shift is preferred, but whatever time a volunteer can give would be appreciated. Check in with the manager on duty upon arrival for your assignment for the day. Immaculate Heart of Mary 50+ Luncheon is on Wednesday, November 12,. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our speaker this month is Dr. Patrick Healey, who will answer the question: “What is aging all about?” RSVP to Jeanne Whaley at [email protected] or call the IHM Office at 257-2266. There Will be a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend at Fatima Retreat House November 7-9. If you have been married several years, the weekend can help you enhance communication, renew commitment, and rekindle romance. If you have been married for a short time, you can learn skills you will need to stay close through the ups and downs of life. To register, contact Mark and Jill Levine at 888-1892 or visit www.wwme.org. 50/50 Club: No.1527 was drawn, and they were not among the 54 who participated. Therefore, $1,656 will roll over to next week. Dear SJOA Families and Friends, School staff and students are in the midst of a very deserving Fall Break. School is out of session from Thursday, October 23, through Monday, October 27. Please enjoy your time off, staff and students, and we will see you back at school on Tuesday, October 28. God bless, Joe Our Parish Mission Statement: St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church is a community gathered in Jesus Christ. We welcome all people and provide them opportunities to know God, grow in faith, and use their gifts to serve others. Through Word, Sacrament, Prayer, and Service, we honor our tradition as we extend our ministry to each new generation. THIS WEEK AT SJOA Monday, October 27 8:00AM Daily Mass 7:00 PM Bible Study—lower level 7:00 Baptism Preparation Tuesday, October 28 8:00 AM Daily Mass 6:30 PM Holy Family Ministry—dining room 7:00 PM Choir —Church Wednesday, October 29 5:30 PM Daily Mass 7:00 PM Fr. Guy’s Class—lower level 8:00 PM King’s Men—Daily Mass Chapel Thursday, October 30 8:15 AM Daily Mass 7:00 PM Endow Study Group 7:00 PM RCIA—lower level Friday, October 31 5:30 PM Daily Mass Saturday, November 1 9:00 AM—All Saints’ Mass 5:30 PM Mass Sunday, November 2 (Daylight Saving Time Change) 8:30 AM Mass 9:00 AM Sunday Faith Formation—school 10:30AM Mass 5:30 PM Mass Monday, November 3 8:00AM Daily Mass 6:30 PM Boy Scouts—school 7:00 PM Usher/Greeter Training—lower level MASS INTENTIONS Monday, October 27 Forgotten Souls in Purgatory Wednesday, October 29 Holy Souls in Purgatory Friday, October 31 No intention Sunday, November 2 Mitchel Llewellyn For SJOA Parish Int Persecuted Church Tuesday October 28 Efren Ramirez & Marie Norman Thursday, October 30 No intention Saturday, November 1 Joan Homrighausen Lee & Margarite McIntyre Readings for Next Sunday Wis 3: 1-9 Rom 5: 5-11 Jn 6: 37-40 NOVEMBER 1 & 2 MINISTERS SCHEDULE 9:00 AM & 5:30 PM 8:30 AM ALTAR SERVERS Grace M Rory P Sally B Hillary P Jonah H Jonas H Josiah H Jules H LECTORS Matthew Davis Joe Sheehan Peter Reintjes EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST Blood Body USHERS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 MINISTERS SCHEDULE 10:30 AM 5:30 PM ALTAR SERVERS Matt C Max M Harry M Katherine G Simon H Olivia G Sam A LECTORS Jon Owens Rochelle Triplett David Watkins EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST Blood Body USHERS Gregory F. 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