Church Administrator
Deacon Rick Chenault Sr.
256-476-0134
[email protected]
Mass
Schedule
Sunday
November 9th
4:00 Adoration
Confession and
Rosary
Mass 5:00
Sunday
November 16th
4:00 Adoration
Confession and
Rosary
Mass 5:00
Sunday
November 23nd
4:00 Adoration
Confession and
Rosary
Mass 5:00
Sunday
November 30th
4:00 Adoration
Confession and
Rosary
Mass 5:00
4826 County Rd. 217 Hillsboro, Al 35643
The Resurrection Catholic Chapel aims to bring Christ’s presence
through the Holy Eucharist to all Catholics in Lawrence County and
the surrounding areas.
Altar Servers
Caedmon Jones
Mike Wetzel
Elizabeth Walker
Celebrant
Fr. Jacob
Fr. Nelson
Fr. Reddy
Fr. Jacob
Lector
Religious Education
RCIA
Leo & Harriet Sabatini
256-565-5414
1-Leo
2-Harriet
1-Bob
2-Rosie
1-Joseph
2-Peggy
1-Hugh
2-Melanie
Eucharistic
Minister
Deacon Rick
Deacon Rick
Deacon Rick
Deacon Rick
Usher
John
Michael
John
Michael
Altar Servers
1-Caedmon
2-Mike
Alt. Elizabeth
1-Caedmon
2-Elizabeth
Alt. Mike
1-Caedmon
2-Mike
Alt. Elizabeth
1-Caedmon
2-Elizabeth
Alt. Mike
Offertory
collection
Jane & John
Bob & Harriet
Mary Ann &
Cassandra
Rosie &
Bernard
Music
Ministry
Ed Green
Ed Green
Ed Green
Ed Green
Our Lord’s
housekeeper
Cleaning
schedule
Week of
Nov 9th
Rosie & Juana
Week of
Nov 16th
Linda Flynn and
Cindy
Week of
Nov 23rd
Linda Walker
Week of
Nov 30th
Mary Ann
St. Vincent de Paul
John Poole-President
256-318-0132
St. Vincent de Paul
Pantry coordinator
Rosie Catanach
Prison Ministry
Deacon Rick
John Poole
Bob Catanach
Ushers
John Poole
Michael Wetzel
Music Ministry
Ed Green
256-308-1132
Church grounds
coordinator
Mary Ann Lesko
Church Flowers
Peggy Chenault
Offertory collection
coordinator
Gina Green
Website
Michael Wetzel
Bernard Sabatini
moultoncatholics.com
Sunday Mass Schedule
Confession is available before ALL Masses.
A rosary is prayed beginning 4:30 p.m. before the
5:00 p.m. Mass.
Society of St. Vincent DePaul meets after 2nd and 4th
Sunday Mass.
Weekday Eucharistic Adoration is held every Tuesday
from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
First Saturday Mass
Every 1st Saturday of the month at 8:00 a.m.
With Fr. Charles Merrill.
Catholic trivia
Last weeks question:
Who is the patron saint of the United States?
The answer:
Immaculate Conception
Bulletin
Ben Lesko
256-306-0640
[email protected]
Pray the Holy Rosary everyday
This weeks question:
Who is the patron saint of politicians?
Join us each Wednesday for Communion service 6:00 p.m.
light meal and presentation by, Leo Sabatini afterwards
Our Mission
Sunday November 9, 2014
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Ezekiel 47:1-2,8-9,12
Psalm 45:2-3,5-6,8-9
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9-11,16-17
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia!
I have chosen and consecrated this house, says the Lord,
for my name to be there forever.
Alleluia!
Gospel: John 2:13-22
Meditation: What can keep us from the presence of God? Jesus' dramatic cleansing of the temple was seen by his disciples as a
prophetic sign of God’s action. The temple was understood as the dwelling place of God among his people. When God delivered his
people from slavery in Egypt, he brought them through the sea, and finally to Mount Sinai where he made a covenant with them
and gave them a new way of life embodied in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17). God gave Moses instruction for worship
and for making the Tabernacle, or tent of meeting, which was later replaced by the temple. The New Testament tells us that these
"serve as a copy and shadow of the heavenly sanctuary" - God’s Temple in heaven (Hebrews 8:5). Jesus' cleansing of the temple is
also a prophetic sign of what he wants to do with each of us. He ever seeks to cleanse us of sin and make us living temples of his
Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). Do you want to be holy as God is holy?
Jesus burns with zeal for his Father's house
Jesus referred to the temple as his Father's house which was being made into a "house of trade" (John 2:16) or "den of robbers"
(Mark 11:17). That is why he used physical force to expel the money-chargers. The prophecy of Malachi foretold the coming of the
Lord unexpectedly to his Temple to "purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, till they present right offerings to
the Lord" (Malachi 3:1-4). Jesus' disciples recalled the words of Psalm 69: "Zeal for your house will consume me." This was
understood as a Messianic prophecy. Here the disciples saw more clearly Jesus as the Messiah who burned with zeal for God's
house.
The Jewish authorities, however, wanted proof that Jesus had divine authority to act as he did. They demanded a sign from God to
prove Jesus right, otherwise, they would treat him as an imposter and a usurper of their authority. Jesus replied that the sign God
would give would be Jesus' death on the cross and resurrection from the tomb: "Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it
up." The Jews did not understand that the temple Jesus referred to was his own body. The "tent of his body" had to be destroyed to
open the way to the presence of God for us.
The Lord Jesus makes us temples of the Holy Spirit
Through his death and resurrection, Jesus not only reconciles us with God, but he fills us with his Holy Spirit and makes us temples
of the living God (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). God's word enlightens our minds and purifies our hearts that we may offer God fitting
worship and enjoy his presence both now and forever. Do you burn with zeal for the Lord’s house?
"Lord Jesus Christ, you open wide the door of your Father’s house and you bid us to enter confidently that we may worship in spirit
and truth. Help me to draw near to your throne of mercy with gratitude and joy."
Readings for the week of November 9, 2014
Monday November 10, 2014
First Reading: Titus 1:1-9
Psalm 23:1-6
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia!
You will shine in the world like bright stars
because you are offering it the word of life.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 17:1-6
Tuesday November 11, 2014
First reading: Titus 2:1-8,11-14
Psalm 36:3-4,18,23,27,29
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia!
If anyone loves me he will keep my word,
and my Father will love him,
and we shall come to him.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 17:7-10
Wednesday November 12, 2014
First Reading: Titus 3:1-7
Psalm 22:1-6
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia!
For all things give thanks,
because this is what God expects you to do in
Christ Jesus.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 17:11-19
Thursday November 13, 2014
First Reading: Philemon 1:7-20
Psalm 145:7-10
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia!
I am the vine, you are the branches.
Whoever remains in me, with me in him,
bears fruit in plenty, says the Lord.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 17:20-25
"In this life our lot is not to enjoy God,
but to do his holy will."
— St. Teresa of Avila
Start your day with Prayer
Friday November 14, 2014
First Reading: John 2: 4-9
Psalm 119:1,2,10,11,17,18
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 17:26-37
Saturday November 15, 2014
First Reading: John 3:5-8
Psalm 112:1-2,3-4,5-6
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Blessed the man who fears the Lord.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 18:1-8
Please keep in your daily prayers
the sick, ill and recovering
All the Men of the Our Lady of Joyful Hope “Cenacolo Community“
Mrs. Martinez - Home Bound 101 Years Old.
Gracie Comontoski’s father- Mario Cuevas 95 years old.
Cassandra’s brother‘s - Harold J Capps and Gerald Capps.
Rosie Catanach’s sister, Sister Mary Melanie and brother Matthew.
Rudy and Violet Kucera.
George Harvey - Heart by pass surgery
Jack and Marilyn Henningsen
Mary Ann Smith - recovering after a stroke
Katie Devoe - awaiting lung transplant
David Schacht - serious eye problems
Ed Green - recovering heart attack
Robbie Camp - recovering heart attack
Rudy’s-friend “Wally” Powell - cancer
Melanie's sister in-law, Lori and family
Rosie Catanach’s brother in law Larry - Heart issues
Pray for Bishop Bakers full recovery
Cards can be sent to:
Bishop Baker
Chancery, Bishop’s Office
P.O. Box 12047
Birmingham, Al 35202
Pray the
Holy Rosary everyday
St Maria Bertilla Boscardin - War Worker
Sr. Maria came from humble parents. Her father was an alcoholic. She entered the Sisters of St Dorothy in Italy and worked
humbly in the kitchen and laundry. Then during WWI she was called upon to nurse the war wounded. She prayed, "Here I am
Lord, to do your will whatever comes - be it life, death or terror."
After the war she returned to nurse the most fragile of people: sick children. She headed up the children's isolation ward. Then
she contracted a tumor after the removal of, she did not recover. At her canonization St John the 23rd said, "Hers was the
greatness that comes from humility, from sacrifice taken to the point of heroism, from a simplicity arising from and abundant
trust in God."
Our Saint of the week by Harriet Sabatini
St. Vincent de Paul and Blessed Frederic
Pray for our benefactors and those whom we serve. If you
are interested in becoming a member or just want more
information about how you can help the poor and needy
see John Poole after Mass.
Know of someone in Lawrence county needing our help?
Have them call our “Hotline”
256-606-3393
Wednesday mornings…
Thanks to all for your support in
helping those in need.
MEETING AFTER TODAYS MASS
The Best on Earth:
A Veteran’s Day Tribute
If someone has done military service,
They earn the title “veteran,” and more;
They earn our deep respect and admiration;
That they are special no one can ignore.
They sacrificed the comforts we enjoy;
The list is long of all the things they gave.
Our veterans are extraordinary people;
They’re loyal, dedicated, true and brave.
When terror and invasion were real threats,
They showed us they could handle any storm.
We owe our freedoms and our very lives
To our veterans, who served in uniform.
Our veterans should be celebrities;
They’re exceptional; no other group compares.
We’re grateful for the many things they’ve done;
They’re always in our hearts and in our prayers.
We owe our veterans support and friendship;
Let no one ever question what they’re worth.
These men and women served us and our country,
Our veterans–the very best on earth.
By Joanna Fuchs
Celebrations for November
Happy Birthday
Anna Libauskas – November 1
Tom Libauskas –November 2
Rudy Kucera – November 3
Gabriel Heron - Nov 28
Leo Sabatini – November 30
Fr. Ray Remke – November 23
Happy Anniversary
Ron & Linda Walker – November 7
Bob & Rosie Catanach – November 23
Tim & Stephanie Bogan - November 23
Jack & Marilyn Henningsen – November 25
FAQ…. What should I do to prepare myself for Mass?
One of the most important things to do in order to prepare for Mass is to plan your schedule around Mass – not Mass around
your schedule. By planning your day around spending time worshipping God, you automatically put God in the place of highest
priority. Instead of trying to find a Mass time that fits your schedule or jumping from parish to parish, you are able to worship
with your local parish community weekly. Being rooted in one parish helps build a regular community of believers, a family of
faith. If we do not plan our day around receiving the Eucharist, however, our day can easily become so filled that we do not
have time to “keep holy the Sabbath” (Exodus 20:8). When traveling, this takes on an even greater significance. Times and
locations of Masses around the world are available online at www.masstimes.org.
A second way to prepare is to look at the Scripture readings ahead of time. If you read the readings before you go to church,
when you hear them proclaimed, the Word of God will be fresh in your memory, and God will be able to use the scriptures to
speak to you more easily. Spending quality time in prayer with the readings before Mass, whether 10 minutes or a half hour,
depending on your schedule, will significantly improve your receptivity to God’s Word as it is proclaimed. Daily Mass and
Sunday Mass readings are available online at www.usccb.org. Click on the tab at the top that says “Bible” and then “Today’s
Readings.” There are also a number of apps available for download so that you can access the readings on your smart phone.
Receiving the sacrament of penance, if necessary, is another form of preparation. It is important to be in a state of grace
before receiving Jesus in the Eucharist. Many churches conveniently offer reconciliation before at least one of the weekend
Masses. If the sacrament is not offered before Mass, the parish priest is available by calling the parish office.
Another form of preparation is fasting. Refraining from food and drink, except for water and medicine, for at least one hour
before Communion helps remind us about what we are preparing to do. It is essential to unite our preparation spiritually. This
can be done by saying a simple prayer such as, “Lord, may my physical desire for food increase in me the spiritual desire to
receive the Eucharist.”
Finally, it is important to arrive at church a few minutes early to pray. Aside from avoiding the hassle of trying to search for a
last-minute parking space, it allows a few minutes to quiet ourselves both externally and internally.
When it comes to fasting before Mass, which is it: one hour before Mass or one hour before receiving Communion?
Even though many people have debated over this issue, the answer is pretty clear. According to Canon Law, “Whoever is to
receive the blessed Eucharist is to abstain for at least one before Holy Communion from all food and drink, with the sole
exception of water and medicine” (Canon 919 §1).
It is important to note that there are exceptions for the elderly or the sick who need to take medications. Canon Law says,
“The elderly and those who are suffering from some illness, as well as those who care for them, may receive the blessed
Eucharist even if within the preceding hour they have consumed something” (Canon 919 §3).
While it might seem tough to fast for an hour before Communion, the original tradition was to fast from midnight the night
before until after Mass on Sunday morning. With the addition of Masses in the afternoon and evening, Pope Pius XII changed
this to a three-hour fast. After Vatican II, Pope Paul VI further reduced it to the current practice of the one-hour fast.
As with all practices such as fasting, the church prescribes the minimum. If you feel called to go above and beyond by fasting
more, you are welcomed to do so as long as it is prudent. It is important to keep in mind, however, that we are fasting in order
to remind ourselves that we are about to receive Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
How should I dress for Mass?
Because worshipping God is the most significant thing that you will do each week, it is important to dress appropriately.
While God is pleased that we are there spending time in prayer and worship independent of how we are dressed, the external
manifestation of how we dress often reflects our internal disposition toward the Mass.
While it is difficult to give criteria that apply to everyone in every situation, most people would understand what is meant by
saying we should wear our “Sunday best” to church. Instead of trying to compile a list of what that might entail, it might be
easier to cover a few things in general that it would not include: shorts, T-shirts, tennis shoes, flip-flops, low-cut shirts, short
skirts, extremely tight clothes, etc. A good rule of thumb would be to ask yourself if you would wear what you are wearing to
Mass to go on a job interview.
Obviously, there might be times when it is not possible to wear our “Sunday best” to church. For example, if a child’s baseball
game goes into extra innings and there is not time to make it home to change, it would permissible to go to Mass as you are if
there are no other later Masses available. This type of situation should be the exception in special circumstances and not the
norm.
Pray the Holy Rosary
everyday
NOT so Holy Humor
Two beggars are sitting on a park bench in Ireland. One is holding a cross and the other a Star of David. Both are
holding hats to collect contributions. People walk by, lift their noses at the man with the Star of David and drop
money into the hat of the man with the cross. Soon, the hat of the man with the cross is filled and the hat of the
man with the Star of David is empty.
A priest watches for a while and then approaches the men. He says to the man with the Star of David, "Don't
you realize that this is a Catholic country? You'll never get any contributions holding a Star of David."
The man turns to the one with the cross and says, "Moishe, can you imagine, this goy is trying to tell us how
to run our business?"
Mark your calendar, tell your neighbors, friends
and family that all are welcome to attend
Seminarian Christmas Dinner
Monday, December 22nd, 6:30pm
St Stephen's Catholic Chapel
Birmingham, AL
Come and celebrate with the seminarians of the diocese
on Monday, December 22 at St Stephen's Catholic
Chapel as they return home from their studies for the
Christmas holidays. Mass will be held at 5:30pm followed
by a meet and greet and a meal served at 6:30pm. More
details will be made available at www.sjvvs.o
rg as the event gets closer.
Good News… Friday November 7th
Bishop Baker was able to have both of the necessary surgeries this afternoon and is presently in the surgery
recovery room. The doctors are extremely pleased with the outcome of both procedures. I'm sure that Bishop
Baker will want to share all the details himself, so look for another message that will be directly from him most
likely on Monday morning. Thank you again for all your Mass intentions and prayers for Bishop Baker.
Blessings,
Donna A. Mealer
Executive Assistant to the Bishop
Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama
2121 3rd Avenue North
Morning Prayer
O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer
you my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day
for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart, in union with
the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, for
the salvation of souls, the reparation of sins, the reunion
of all Christians, and in particular for the intentions of the
Holy Father this month. Amen.
Please keep David Schacht
in your prayers,
I am sure David would appreciate a cards
or letter of encouragement . His address;
David Schacht
2207 Birch St. S.E.
Decatur, AL 35601
Please keep Talyn, Melanie, Kateri and Elise Green in your prayers during their pregnancies
So God will bless them with healthy children.
Pray the Holy Rosary
everyday
Prayer intentions of the Holy Father
Month of November
Universal:
That all who suffer loneliness may experience the closeness of God and the support of
others.
For Evangelization:
That young seminarians and religious may have wise and well-formed
Pray for Pope Francis, our Priests, Deacons and Seminarians
Most Rev. Robert J. Baker, S.T.D
Very Rev. Rick Chenault
Rev. Michael Klauck
Fr. Jacob Amos
Rev. Jose B. Chacko
Rev. Jim Hedderman
Fr. Vincent Bresowar
Fr. Bede Marcy
Fr. Alphonse Justin Nelson
Deacon Rick Chenault Sr.
Most Rev. David Foley, D.D
Rev. Reddy Kasu
Rev. Roy Runkle
Fr. Charles Merrill
Rev. Don Forsythe (retired)
Rev. Edward Markley, O.S.B
Fr. Ray Remke
Fr. Michael Wrigley (RIP)
Deacon Patrick Lappert
Deacon Bob Laremore (Ret.)
Deacon Javier Ramirez
Connor Chandler
Jim Handerhan
Wyman Vintson
Pedro Francisco
Brad Jantz
Grant Mealer
Jonathan Howell
Josh Altoni
Christopher Green
Daniel Sessions
Our Lady of Joyful Hope, Cenacolo Community
Donations of food, clothing, or anything that can be used by
these men can be brought to the church at anytime. If you care
to make a monetary donation used to purchase fresh meats and
veggies, please use the GREEN church envelope.
Thank you for ALL the love and support for this ministry. May
God Bless you All.
We will visit the community on November 20th. PIZZA NIGHT So
far, John Poole is on the list and I should have room for 2 more,
so if you are interested in visiting the Cenacolo community this
month please let Ben or Mary Ann know.