November 2, 2014 • Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
HOLY APOSTLES
C A T H O L I C
C H U R C H
6300 N Meridian Road 83646 • P.O. Box 708 Meridian, Idaho 83680
P: 208-888-1182
F: 208-884-1800
www.holyapostlesmeridian.net
Mass Schedule
Saturday Evening: 5:00 pm
Sunday Morning: 9:00 am & 11:00 am
Sunday Evening: 6:00 pm
Father MacMillan, Pastor
Weekday Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 am
Communion Service: Thursday at 8:30 am
Father Legerski, Parochial Vicar
Deacons
Robert Barros-Bailey
Ralph Flager
Gerald Pera
Bernie Rekiere
Malherbe Desert
Brian Flowers
Charles Rasmussen
David Shackley
Sacraments
Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30pm
Baptism & Marriage: Please call Parish Office
Anointing of the Sick: Offered during Saturday
Reconciliation hours (3:30-4:30pm); otherwise,
contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment
All are invited to pray the Rosary
in the Day Chapel 30 minutes
before all weekend Masses.
I am the Resurrection and the Life, says the
Lord.. Whoever believes in me, even though
he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and
believes in me will not die for ever.
John ll:25-26
Welcome
No matter what your present or past status in the Catholic Church. No matter what your current family or
marital situation. No mater what your personal history, age, background, race or color. You
are invited, welcomed, accepted and loved at Holy Apostles Catholic Church.
This Week
Bulletin Deadline
Parish Bulletin ([email protected])
All bulletin articles must be submitted by 12 Noon on
Friday of the previous week (9 days before).
Thursday Weekly E-Newsletter
Go to holyapostlesmeridian.net to sign up for the Holy
Apostles weekly newsletter.
Weekly Readings (Nov. 2 - 9)
Sunday: Wis 3:1-9/Rom 5:5-11 or Rom 6:3-9/
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, 1617/Jn 2:13-22
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Random Catholic
Each week a Parishioner will be photographed and
asked a random question. If you see this person at
Mass, introduce yourself to them and tell them
something about yourself!
This Week’s Random Catholic
Meet Carla! You will not find
her at the 9 o'clock Mass! She
is planning on starting her
Christmas shopping mid
December, when she feels like
it can't be put off any longer.
Have a great week Carla.
Anointed by the Spirit
Join Fr. Len at Nazareth Retreat Center on
Wednesday, November 5 from 9am-noon. Father will
be giving a reflection on the Catholic idea that we are
anointed for a purpose. We are more than just saved
by God, we are created to be an instrument of God.
Please rsvp to Nazareth (375-2932 or
[email protected]) to reserve a spot.
Welcome Dinner
New to the Parish? Please join other new parishioners
for a Welcome Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 6pm.
There will be good food, fun, fellowship and prizes!
RSVP your family number attending to Peggy & Wally
Bang at [email protected] or call
884-1513. There is also a sign-up sheet on the bulletin
board. Hope to see you on the 15!
Usher Training
Interested in becoming an Usher/Greeter at Mass?
There is a shortage of ushers - please prayerfully
consider this ministry. Training is on Monday, Nov. 3
at 6pm. Meet in the Church Foyer. Call or email
Michael Zink at [email protected] (853-9688).
Thursday, November 27
Thanksgiving Day - Mass at 10am
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Welcome to Holy Apostles
Parish Office is closed on November 27 & 28
Parish Information
Idaho Catholic Register
Thank you for your support by paying for the ICR
being delivered to your mail box.. Your $17.00 check
to the parish may be dropped in the collection basket.
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
For more information, contact: Cookie at 939-8430,
Carol C at 323-7634 or Carol M at 939-0703
Prayer Chain
Holy Apostles has a prayer chain that prays for the
needs of all and would like to pray for you. If you
need prayer for any reason, call Ann Grindstaff, 3784656.
Rosary Makers
Rosary Makers meet Thursday mornings at
9:30am in Room 109. Call Cora Fischer at
376-0397.
Legion of Mary
Our Lady of the Smiles. Monday evenings at 7pm,
Room 108: Contact Evie Thibault 602-3421
Our Lady of Tears. Thursday mornings at 9:30am,
Room 108: Contact Mary Hill 794-7557
Our Lady of Victory. Friday mornings at 9:30am,
Room 108: Contact Sandra Whittaker 938-1310
Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Thursday afternoons, 2
pm at the home of Linda Scherer. Contact 871-4796
Council of Catholic Women
Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month Sept-May.
Mass at 6:30pm and business meeting at 7pm.
Joan Worden, President
890-0846
Knights of Columbus
Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month.
Grand Knight-Gary Babbitt [email protected]
Education
Catechist Certification Classes
If you would like to work toward your Catechist
Certification through the Diocese of Boise –
save the date Nov. 15!
There will be an all-day workshop at Holy Apostles:
Saturday, Nov. 15, 8:30 am-4 pm in the Dining
Room/Room 100.
Class will be taught by a representative from the
Diocesan Office of Catechesis.
RSVP to the Theresa or Blanca in the RE office,
888-1182 ext. 3022 or 3021.
Adult Ed on Tuesdays
9:30am & 6:30pm
Matthew: Sum It Up
November 4 - Fr. Len MacMillan
No Adult Ed on November 11
Advent Series with Deacon Barros-Bailey
November 18, No Adult Ed on November 25
December 2, 9, 16
There are also classes on Thursday morning from
10am to 12 noon in Room 100.
Little Flower Girls Club
Holy Apostles Little Flowers Girls Club (ages 5-10)
meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month. It is run as a
co-op with both mothers and daughters present. Each
month focuses on a different virtue, saint and scripture
verse. Contact Colleen Ware by calling/texting 4849050 or email her at [email protected]. Next
meeting: Nov. 15 at 10am in Room 102.
Columbarium Niches
Are available for Holy Apostles parishioners. Please
contact the parish office at 888-1182, x-3003.
In Honor of Our Mothers
In the church by the St. Joseph’s Grotto we
have a tree to honor our mothers. Leaves are
available for purchase. Contact Deb at ext.
3003 for information.
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News & Events
News for Catholic Young Adult
Singles and Couples
Catholic Young Adult Singles
Held on the 2nd Sunday of each month (September –
June), this gathering starts with communal prayer and
then features a short topical presentation on a matter
of faith followed by group discussion. Located in the
Day Chapel at Holy Apostles Parish in Meridian, the
underground starts at 7:15pm (immediately following
Sunday evening Mass). Next Young Adult Singles
Night is November 9 at 7:15pm.
Catholic Young Adult Couples
Held on the 3rd Sunday of each month (September –
June), this gathering starts with communal prayer and
then features a short topical presentation on a matter
of faith followed by group discussion. Located in the
Day Chapel at Holy Apostles Parish in Meridian, the
underground starts at 7:15pm (immediately following
Sunday evening Mass) (Babysitting will be available in
the Church Cry Room).
Next Young Adult Couples Night is November 16 at
7:15pm.
Jesuit Speaker Series:
On Monday, November 3rd at 7pm, Fr. Tom
Smolich, S.J., the newly appointed head of the Jesuit
Refugee Service in Rome, will be present on "Jesuits
and Social Action in the Age of Pope Francis." Free
and all are welcome. Reception to follow.
On Sunday Nov 23rd at 4pm, Fr. Peter Byrne,
S.J. the Provincial Assistant in the Oregon Province for
Parish Ministry and Jesuit Spirituality. Fr. Byrne will be
leading a discussion titled "An Introduction to Ignatian
Spirituality." Reception to follow.
Both events will be held at St. Paul's Catholic
Student Center at Boise State. Free and all are
welcome.
Christmas Cards & Calendars
Holy Apostles is collecting Christmas Cards and 2015
calendars for the Men’s and Women’s Prison Ministries.
You can leave them at the front office with Patty
Blazek. Thank You for helping.
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Welcome to Holy Apostles
Health
~Parish Nursing~For Wellness
of Body, Mind and Spirit
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Can pancreatic cancer be prevented?
The cause of many pancreatic cancers is not known, so
there is no sure way to prevent it. But there are some
ways you might be able to reduce your risk of this
disease.
Smoking is the most important avoidable risk factor for
pancreatic cancer. It is responsible for 20% to 30% of
pancreatic cancers. Quitting smoking helps lower risk. If
you smoke and want help quitting, please talk to your
doctor or call the American Cancer Society at 1-800227-2345.
Getting to and staying at a healthy weight might also
help lower your risk. While the effects of getting
physical activity and eating well on pancreatic cancer
risk are not as clear, both of these can help you stay at
a healthy weight. The American Cancer Society
recommends choosing foods and beverages in amounts
that help achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Eat a
healthy diet, with an emphasis on plant foods. This
includes at least 2½ cups of vegetables and fruits
every day. Choose whole-grain breads, pastas, and
cereals instead of refined grains, and eat fish, poultry,
or beans instead of processed meat and red meat. For
more, see the American Cancer Society Guidelines on
Nutrition and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention.
Finally, avoiding workplace exposure to harmful
substances such as certain pesticides and other
chemicals may reduce your risk for pancreatic cancer.
AARP Driver Safety Program returns to Holy Apostles,
Friday, Nov 14th, 9:00-3:30pm. Enjoy discounted
insurance premiums, eliminate points from your Driver’s
License. Sign up and information, call Monique Kilroy,
Parish Nurse at 888-1182 ext 3008.
Anointing of the Sick: Do you have a planned
hospital stay, and need the Sacrament of Anointing of
the Sick? Anointing of the Sick can be offered during
reconciliation hours, Saturday 3:30-5:00pm, otherwise,
contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment,
888-1182, M-F 9:00-4:30pm. Know that non-urgent
requests should be arranged during office hours.
Society of St. Vincent dePaul
Thanksgiving Food Box Project 2014
WHAT:
Sign-up to donate a food box
Volunteer your time
WHEN:
November 8th & 9th and 15th & 16th
WHERE: Foyer of the church after all Masses
Each year Society of St. Vincent de Paul volunteers sponsor the
Thanksgiving Food Box Project in Ada County. Many helping hands are needed
to make this project a success. Our efforts here at Holy Apostles are joined with
hundreds of individuals, families, community groups and other churches to provide
a holiday meal. These charitable efforts to share the Lord’s blessings, help to feed
several thousand of our neighbors in need. Please stop by the tables in the foyer
next weekend to sign up to donate a food box, to assist with box drop-offs in the
church parking lot, and/or to distribute food boxes at the fairgrounds.
Food Box Drop Off Date in East Parking Lot by SVdP Building:
Nov. 22nd and 23rd
Distribution of Food Boxes at the Fairgrounds:
November 24th and 25th.
For more information please contact
Yvonne at 863-7554, or Betty at 376-4622.
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From the Business Office
ICR PRESS DRIVE UNDER WAY: By now you have received your renewal envelope in your latest ICR issue. If you
wish to continue receiving this valuable Diocesan paper, please renew immediately. If you are not yet a
subscriber, please take an envelope from the gathering space; include your name and payment and your name will
be added to the mailing list. For those of you who cannot afford a paper, please call and we will send you
complimentary issues. For those currently receiving the paper, all subscriptions not renewed by Dec. 1 will be
removed.
2014 IDAHO CATHOLIC APPEAL: Thank you to those who donated on 9/21-22 with a
second collection for the 2014 ICA campaign. We collected just over $6K in cash and
$3500K in pledges. This brings our goal closer, $184,117. for pledges and cash.
Our goal is $211,939., leaving us shy $27,822. You may pledge online at
www.catholicidaho.org. Envelopes are also available in the gathering space.
Thank you for your consideration
BUILDING ON OUR PAST, ENVISIONING OUR FUTURE: With November’s arrival,
this campaign is now entering its third year of a four year campaign. Holy Apostles
had the largest goal to reach, $1,156,643.00. Our goal is currently at 82.24%.
Our outstanding pledges are $360,133. If you have not yet pledged to this
campaign you’ll find pledge envelopes in the gathering space. Thank you for your consideration.
OFFERTORY ENVELOPES: Your offertory envelopes are a valuable tool when tithing. If you are receiving
them in the mail and attend weekly Mass, please use them. For those using online giving or monthly bank drafts,
if you are receiving tithing envelopes and wish to discontinue using them, please call Deb at ext. 3003 and leave
her a message. Thank you.
Book Club Meeting
The next meeting of the Apostles Book Club (ABC) will
be on Thursday, November 20, from 7:00-8:30pm in
rooms 100-101. For more information please contact,
Normie Melendez ([email protected]), or
Teresa Miller ([email protected]), JoAnn Shaul
([email protected]).
CCW Meeting
Next Council of Catholic Women Meeting
is Monday, November 10
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Friday Morning Playgroup
Parents and caregivers of children 5 and under are
invited to Holy Apostles Playgroup. Drop in and see!
November dates are:
Friday, November 7, 9:30am Rm 102
Friday, November 14, 9:30am Rm 102
Advertiser Spotlight
Mass at 6:30pm
Meeting at 7pm in the Dining Room
Thank you to our
sponsor advertiser!
All women of the Parish are welcome
DeMeyer
Furniture and
Mattress
Welcome to Holy Apostles
42nd Annual
FUN NIGHT 2014
Presented by the HOLY APOSTLES COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN (CCW)
BRING the WHOLE FAMILY & ENJOY a NIGHT out TOGETHER!
When:
Where:
Friday, November 21, 2014, 6pm-9pm
Holy Apostles Catholic Church
Here’s What to Expect . . . .
Our kitchen will be serving delicious hamburgers, hot dogs, chili, chips, coleslaw, a drink and
homemade pies! It’s total yum!!!
BINGO
We will be playing BINGO with 16 turkeys to be given away to our winners!
Bingo will begin at 7:00pm, immediately after dinner.
RAFFLE
Grand Prize: $500 Cash
2nd Prize: $200 WinCo Card
3rd Prize: 7” Nexus 32GB Tablet valued at $150
FLAT SCREEN TV PLAYING CARD DRAWING
Purchase a playing card from a deck of 52 cards and if yours is a match in the draw you win!
SILENT AUCTION
If you want to start your holiday shopping early or just like the thrill of bidding against an
opponent, then our silent auction is for you! We will have a variety of fantastic items to bid on.
If you have an item you would like to donate, please contact Leilani Davis 208-938-0161, Tish
Fields 541-709-0833; email: [email protected] or Wini Trapp 208-939-0300; email:
[email protected].
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES
For the younger children, we will be hosting craft activities to participate in throughout the evening.
TIME & TALENT
We are in need of your many talents to make this night successful!
Without help from our parishioners, CCW could not make Fun Night possible.
If you can help, please fill out the Fun Night Volunteer Form on the backside and drop it in
the collection basket. Or you can call or email Mary Vincent at 887-3974, [email protected].
THANK YOU & WE HOPE to SEE YOU for a FUN NIGHT!
Volunteer Form on Reverse Side
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Council of Catholic Women (CCW)
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FUN NIGHT Volunteer Form
Friday, November 21, 2014
To be a part of this “Fun” night, please fill out your information below & mail to:
Mary Vincent 1329 W. 13th Meridian, ID 83642
or drop in the collection basket
NAME:
TELEPHONE NO.:
EMAIL:
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Please check the box in the area & time at which you would like to help.
Set-Up
12:00pm
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Clean Up
9:00pm – 10:00pm
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Food Servers
5:30pm – 6:30pm
6:30pm – 7:30pm
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Dishwashers/
Kitchen Clean Up
7:00pm – 8:00pm
8:00pm – 9:30pm
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Bingo Card
Raffle Ticket Sales
5:30pm – 7:00pm
8:00pm – 8:45pm
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Children’s Activities
6:00pm – 7:30pm
7:30pm – 8:30pm
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(We really need help in this time slot)
Kitchen
Games
Baking
Bring a Pie (Homemade Please)
Pies can be dropped off at the kitchen from noon on.
Quantity
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For more INFORMATION or if you have questions, please contact:
Mary Vincent, phone: 887-3974; email: [email protected] or Danette Arnzen; 870-3140
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING CCW!
The money raised by CCW at this event goes to support charities and groups like Salt & Light Radio,
Birthright, City Light Home for Women, Rosary Makers, Baptismal Garments,
&Cross International.
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Welcome to Holy Apostles
Directory
Parish Office Hours
Monday–Friday 9-5pm, Closed 12-1pm
Holy Apostles Parish Staff
To email Parish Office Staff and Directors, use person’s first
initial & last [email protected]
Deb Miller, Bookkeeper......................................... ext-3003
Paul Miller, Facilities Manager ..............................ext-3023
Jon McKay, Music Director ...................................ext-3020
Monique Kilroy, Parish Nursing .............................ext-3008
Midge Lee, Pastoral Associate of Liturgy
(Weddings, Funerals) ............................................ext-3011
Patty Blazek, Pastoral Associate of Ministries.....ext-3009
Joie LaCasse, Receptionist ....................................ext-3001
Faith Formation Directors
Preschool - Grade 5
Blanca Hutson..........................................................ext-3021
Theresa Malouf.......................................................ext-3022
Office Hours (Room 107)
Mon-Wed 10 am-12 pm / 1 pm-5 pm (or by appt.)
Energizers (6-8 grade)
Rusty Bang .............................................................. ext-3025
Office Hours Monday-Friday 11am-5pm
Energizers meet on Wednesday 7 pm–8:30 pm
High School Ministry/Confirmation
Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey ............................. ext-3026
Call for appointment ...........................................371-8289
or email ..................................... [email protected]
Becoming Catholic
Mary Wax.............................................................. ext-3007
Returning Catholics
Donna Dennard .....................................................895-8469
Holy Apostles 20/30’s Group
Parish based community of young adults who seek
to draw closer to Christ.
Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey 371-8289 or
[email protected]
To register please come to the Parish Office or e-mail the Parish Office to request a
Registration Form. You will also find the forms on our website.
2015 Pro-life Billboards
Please help us support the 2015 Pro-life Billboard
Campaign—“She was unplanned.” The billboards will
feature real mothers—who have powerful unplanned
pregnancy stories—and their daughters. This is a rough
mock-up, using stock photography, of what the billboards will look like:
Please send tax-deductible gifts
to Birthright of Boise, 1101 N
28th St, Suite A, Boise, ID
83702. Put Billboard Campaign
in the memo line. For updates,
“Like” Treasure Valley
Prolife Billboard Campaign on Facebook.
Christmas Wreaths
It’s not too early to start thinking about Christmas. The
gift of fresh greenery is perfect for your friends, family
or co-workers. There are 2 ways St. Mary's School is
selling wreaths this year. Shop online at
www.lynchcreekfundraising.com/f/37229 to ship
directly, or order locally through Boise At Its Best
Flowers for pickup at St. Mary's School. Please contact
Christina Klaas 867-9997 for ordering assistance.
Employment Opportunities
Temporary Part Time Assistant
The Office of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Boise
is seeking a temporary part time assistant. Hours are
flexible ranging between 15-20 hours per week with a
pay range of $10.19-$12.74 per hour. Submit asap
a letter of application, resume and completed diocesan
application form for employment (not Catholic Schools
form) noting references in the application form. The
position is open until filled. The job description and
application form are on the diocesan website at
www.catholicidaho.org . Send application materials to:
Superintendent Bob Sobotta, 1501 S. Federal Way,
Suite 400, Boise, ID 83705-5925.
CCI Part Time
Catholic Charities of Idaho is hiring a part-time (20
hours/week) Administration & Finance Manager in the
Boise administrative office. The position will oversee
the operations of finance, contracts, and facilities management. For more information or to apply for the position, please visit www.ccidaho.org/employment.
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