PRECIOUS BLOOD CHURCH JASPER, INDIANA From the Pastor November 16, 2014 Stewardship of Treasure Collection for November 8/9: $ 18,143 Amount Needed Weekly: $ 15,250 This time of year it seems there are so many things to do. Also there are holiday parties to attend, host, and prepare. Of course, we could not forget the homes, offices, and churches to decorate. Over Budget Needed This Sunday: $ 2,893 Shortfall Year-To-Date: $ (1,791) Children’s Weekly Collection: $ 0 I encourage all of you to include charity in your daily lives. Precious Blood is able to reach out to countless people and families throughout the year due to several key projects: the Scrip Program, Koatz4Kidz, St. Nick Outreach, and St. Nick Bazaar. Please support these projects and keep their ministry in your prayers. Together we make a difference as we work side by side to build the Kingdom of God here on Earth. Children’s Year-To-Date: $ 10 Adoration Chapel: $ 336 Dear Parish Family, Yours in Christ, Congratulations to Wanda Shultz 951 University Dr., Jasper Our $100 Cash Bonanza Winner Fr. Gary E. Kaiser on November 9th. Also, to Frances Ackerman, Jasper Our November Quilt-of-the-Month Winner "Come to learn. Go forth to serve. Trust in Divine Providence." Our Staff Shares What Catholic education means to me: “We make a team effort with parents. Our parents are deeply committed and supportive.” REMAX Realty Plus Judy A. Gosman ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK 1) Sun., Nov. 30: St. Ferdinand Church, Ferdinand, 4 p.m. 2) Tue., Dec. 16: St. Joseph Church, Jasper, 6 p.m. 3) Wed., Dec. 17: St. Joseph Church, Jasper, Noon THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Weekly Readings and Mass Intentions Saturday, November 15 Reading: 3 Jn 5-8; Lk 18:1-8 4:00 p.m. Sharon Verkamp (A) Sunday, November 16 Reading: Prv 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31; l Thes 5:1-6, Mt 25:14-30 or 25:14-15, 19-21 8:00 a.m. Vince Erny (A) 10:30 a.m. People of the Parish Monday, November 17 Reading: Rv 1:1-4; 2:1-5; Lk 18:35-43 8:00 a.m. No Mass Tuesday, November 18 Reading: Rv 3:1-6, 14-22; Lk 19:1-10 * 8:00 a.m. Patricia Brown Wednesday, November 19 Reading: Rv 4:1-11; Lk 19:11-28 8:00 a.m. Special Intention for Fr. Gary E. Kaiser Thursday, November 20 Reading: Rv 5:1-10; Lk 19:41-44 * 8:00 a.m. Del Vonderheide (A) Friday, November 21 Reading: Rv 10:8-11; Lk 19:45-48 8:00 a.m. Living & Deceased Members of the Roman & Catherine Kluemper Family Saturday, November 22 Reading: Rv 11:4-12; Lk 20:27-40 8:00 a.m. Alois & Stella Knies (A) 4:00 p.m. Living & Deceased Members of the Ray & Rosa Mehling Family Sunday, November 23 Reading: Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish 10:30 a.m. Bob & Carol Matheis * = School children attend this Mass. SCRIP News Our year-to-date profit is $16,708.44. Thank you! For the holidays we will be carrying $10 denomination cards for Amazon, CVS, and Walmart. They make great stocking stuffers! Deadline to insure you receive any special orders for Thanksgiving/Black Friday shopping is Sun., Nov. 16. You can earn big bucks for your tuition account by doing your holiday shopping with ‘SCRIP’ cards! Next weekend’s volunteers: 4:00 p.m. — Brenda Edwards, Jennifer Sermersheim 8:00 a.m. — Kathy Boehm, Sheri Keller 10:30 a.m. — Tammy Mehringer, Becki Moorman Ministry Assignments Saturday, November 22 — 4:00 p.m. Gift Bearers: Duane & Jennifer Sermersheim Family Servers: Harrison Seng, Caroline Theil, Grant Theil, William Schmitt Eucharistic Ministers: Mike Humbert, Sharon Williams, Jan Uebelhor, Bernita Heim, Mary Jo Hart, Craig Johnson, Stephanie Schepers Hospitality Ministers: Herb Welp, Mike Patterson, Randy Voegerl, Carla Erny Lector: Ann Theil Sacristan: Karen Erny Sunday, November 23 — 8:00 a.m. Gift Bearers: Mike & Mary Ramirez Family Servers: Tyler McCormick, Kiersten Woehler, Lane Abell Eucharistic Ministers: Martha Smith, Dave Kunkel, Barb Eudy, Lindsay Barth, Alan Litteken, Kathy Boehm, Brenda Edwards Hospitality Ministers: Dave Welp, Fay Welp, Deb Stenftenagel, Dennis Schepers Lector: Brian Woebkenberg Sacristan: Lisa Zebrun Sunday, November 23 — 10:30 a.m. Gift Bearers: Mark & Tammy Mehringer Family Servers: Quentin Harmon, Grace Harmon, Madison Sternberg, Dillon Sternberg Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jerry Gagne, Andy Welsh, Bob Atwood, Judy Atwood, Ron Schitter, Sharlene Schitter, Tracy Burger Hospitality Ministers: Charlie Seng, Dave Wehr, Joey Moorman, Tommy Moorman Lector: Judy Welp Sacristan: Brenda Welsh St. Mary Church, Ireland Mass Schedule Monday, Thursday & Friday - 7:30 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday - 6:00 p.m. Saturday - 5:30 p.m. Sunday - 7:00 and 9:15 a.m. PRECIOUS BLOOD CHURCH JASPER, INDIANA November 16, 2014 Parish Calendar for the Week Area Announcements Today (Sunday) Today (Sunday) 1) Mike Lampert Family Benefit - St. Anthony Padua Center, Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Gr. 1-3 during 10:30 a.m. Mass Children’s Church (ages 4-5) during 10:30 a.m. Mass. Meet in the Gathering Area. Monday, November 17 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Quilting in the Quilters’ Room 6:00 p.m. Finance Commission Meeting - St. Mother Theodore Guerin Conference Room 6:30 p.m. PBS P.T.O. Meeting - Endress Hall 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Ensemble Rehearsal - Church Wednesday, November 19 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Quilting in the Quilters’ Room 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. Religious Education Classes - Gr. 6-12 Thursday, November 20 6:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal Saturday, November 22 Names on the “Giving Tree” 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. Reconciliation Sunday, November 23 Names on the “Giving Tree” Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Gr. 1-3 during 10:30 a.m. Mass Children’s Church (ages 4-5) during 10:30 a.m. Mass. Meet in the Gathering Area. Parish Announcements 2015 Quilt-of-the-Month Tickets are still available. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket, please contact Linda Gerber at 812-630-5027. St. Nick Outreach is a Precious Blood ministry guided by the spirit of St. Nicholas to help others during his celebrated feast day and the most blessed season of the year. St. Nick Outreach is taking orders for frozen lasagna, fresh baked, and frozen (ready to bake) apple pies through Nov. 26th. Orders will be ready for pick up the weekend of Dec. 6th & 7th after Masses. Volunteers will be needed! Please mark your calendar…we will begin to make our lists soon! St. Nick Bazaar & Cookie Walk Sat., Dec. 6, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 7, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., in the gym. NOTE: The Bazaar and Cookie Walk is open to all parishioners and the public. Proceeds will be used for the church and school needs. The Bazaar needs lots of homemade cookies and other baked goods, jellies, crafts, Christmas decorations, etc. and also items for the Silent Auction. Please bring your donations to the gym or the Auxiliary Kitchen on Fri., Dec. 5, by 6 p.m. or Sat., Dec. 6, starting at 7 a.m. HELP is needed to run the Bazaar. If you are able to help a few hours, please call Mary Jo Hart at 634-7829. Next week’s collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) needs your help, CCHD was founded to end the by 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 the CCHD Collection. St. Anthony, from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Meal includes grilled herb chicken, baked beans, slaw & bread for $9/plate. Carry-out on dine-in. Bake sale, money raffle, and Silent Auction. 2) 5th Annual Turkey Drive - The Community Food Bank, 1404 Meridian Rd., Jasper, is accepting turkeys, non-perishable items, and monetary donations from 1-3 p.m. BOSCO NEWS Every Wednesday the Bosco House is open after school until 5 p.m. for dropping in (high school). Our youth ministry adoration hour is also Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. at the Precious Blood chapel. Come join us for an hour of quiet prayer. Bible Storying at the Bosco House after Religious Education from 8:30-9:30 p.m. each week (high school). Come check out this imaginative way of reflecting on Scripture. This Friday night, Nov. 21, is out next Bosco Mixer (formerly known as Jr. Bosco). The theme is Neon Nite. All Middle Schoolers are invited for music, talks, snacks, and meeting new people. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the St. Joe Parish Center. If you are interested in attending the diocesan Pilgrimage for Life trip to Washington D.C., January 21-24, contact Carley to find out how you can join our Jasper/Ireland group. The trip is a great way to meet new people, learn more about Catholic teaching on all life issues, and stand up for your beliefs in the nation’s capital. Students, 9th grade and up, are eligible. Deadline for registration is Nov. 24. Carley Knapp - [email protected], or 812-481-2442. Toys for Tots - The Marine Corp Reserve members are collecting toys - new, unwrapped for any gender or age group. There will be a box (designated for toys) in the Gathering Area until Fri., Dec. 5. Divine Providence Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel The following opening is available: ** Every other Saturday at 2:00 a.m. This is great opportunity for those who are thinking of a regular time commitment … every other week. Please think about making time in your schedule in prayer at the chapel. If you would like to make a commitment of time in prayer at the adoration chapel, send your request to [email protected] or call 812-630– 8382. Fireside Chat Everyone is invited to join us for a Fireside Chat. These informal sessions provide a place to come, ask questions, and discuss our faith. We have resources to provide the Church's true position on issues and also have search capabilities to address current issues in the news. Discussions include, but are not limited to, different religions, Christianity, the Catholic Church, Spirituality, and Scripture. Once questions have been answered, if time permits, we have a topic we discuss. The current topic is Misconceptions about the Catholic Church. These Chats are held every Sunday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church Activities Center, Media Room, in Huntingburg. Refreshments are provided and everyone regardless of faith is welcome. For more information call 630-8933. The Holy Family Class of 2015 is hosting a Poinsettia Fundraiser. There are a variety of sizes and colors to choose from. They are taking orders until Tue., Nov. 25th. Order forms can be found in the Gathering Area. If you have any questions or would like additional flyers, contact Marsha Fallon at 482-9297. You can also phone orders into Marsha. Payment arrangements can then be made. THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Religious Education C.L.O.W. Facilitators: Nov. 23: Janessa Knies & Jillian Seger Nov. 30: Step Armstrong & Garrett Armstrong Children’s Church Facilitators: Nov. 23: Amy Bastien & Amanda Ackerman Nov. 30: Bonnie Meadows & Grace Mehringer Wed., Nov. 19, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. - Religious Education class forall students here at Precious Blood. Last chance for students to bring in items for the Community Food Bank Collection! SAVE THE DATE … Vacation Bible School will be Tue., June 2 - Fri., June 5. This summer we are gonna SPARK their imagination at SonSpark Labs VBS!!! Stay tuned for more details! R.C.I.A. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about the Catholic faith, please call Bonnie for more information about Inquiry Sessions. For further information, please contact Bonnie Meadows at 482-4461, ext. 240, or email [email protected]. Mass at St. Thomas Chapel You and your family are invited to attend Mass with Father Ray Brenner at the St. Thomas Chapel this Tue., Nov. 18, at 7:00 a.m. The St. Thomas Chapel is located in the new St. Thomas Medical Center, 600 West 13th Street in Jasper. All are welcome to attend. Ed Clark representing Diocesan Publications (our Bulletin Publisher) will be at the parish soon. He will be renewing present advertisements and seeking new ones. If interested, please call the parish office at 482-4461. Or you may contact Ed directly at 614-738-1472 or [email protected]. We feel this is an excellent service and that the sponsors get good coverage with their ads. THANKS TO YOU and DIOCESAN PUBLICATIONS, the bulletin is published weekly at no cost to the parish. Food Drive Thanksgiving Food Drive We will again be collecting canned goods and paper products for distribution to our local Community Food Bank. You may bring in your items for donation through Sunday, November 23. Please place your items in the box in the Gathering Area. For monetary donations use your November 16th Food Bank envelope included in your regular Sunday collection envelopes. This is a time of the year for all of us to count our blessings and share with those less fortunate. The Food Bank is in great need this year, so please share as you can. Thank you! Advent Online Discernment Retreat Dec. 7-11, 2014 Meet with the Daughters of Charity on Skype, email or phone to reflect and ask questions about discerning religious life. Walk through tools and materials with a retreat director and pray with them. The sisters will be there to meet you where you are, on your time. For single Catholic women ages 18-40. Sponsored by the Daughters of Charity. For more information contact, Sister Virginia Ann Brooks, D.C., at [email protected] or 812-963-7559. Register online at http://daughters-of-charity.com on the Retreats page. Bountiful Blessings! The Thanksgiving Day Feast PIE BRIGADE needs your help. We are expecting to feed 1500 1700 people through delivery, pick-up, and eat-in meals.. Pumpkin, apple, cherry, sugar free, or whatever you wish to make or buy - but please no pies that need refrigeration. Not a baker? No time? That’s OK! Check with your favorite local baker for help with ordering and possible delivery service. Please deliver to St. Joseph Church Parish Center (1029 Kundek Street) from noon on Tue., Nov. 25, through Wed., Nov. 26 at 3:00 p.m. ** The Parish Center will close at 5:00 p.m. Thank you for sharing your blessings and for being a part of the PIE BRIGADE. Sign-up sheets are located on a table in the Gathering Area. PRECIOUS BLOOD CHURCH JASPER, INDIANA The Ladies’ Sodality Christmas Dinner Meeting will be held on Tues., Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in Endress Hall. All ladies of the parish, 18 and older, are encouraged to attend. Sodality annual dues are $5.00 and can be paid at the meeting or in advance with your November envelope. Attend this meeting and find out what the Ladies’ Sodality members are doing within the parish and community. A catered meal will be followed by a meeting, fun and games, and lots of prizes. Cost of the meal is $6.00. Please call your reservation to Mary Jo Hart at 634-7829 or Judy Klem at 6349466 by Sun., Nov. 23rd. A reservation sign-up sheet is also by the bulletin board in the Gathering Area. Come and enjoy the fellowship and the start of a great Christmas season! Koatz4Kidz It’s that time of the year again when we all get out our winter clothes, our hats, gloves and especially, coats and decide what fits and what doesn’t. That means that it is also time for Koatz4Kidz! Precious Blood Church will be one of the sponsors for Koatz4Kidz along with Sell4Free Welsh Realty and would like to remind you to please consider donating your slightly worn outerwear, hats, and gloves to the Koatz4Kidz campaign. November 16, 2014 The Holiday season is fast approaching, and what better way to get into the spirit than to take a name off of the Precious Blood Giving Tree and help make Christmas morning a little brighter for several local children. We'll have the Giving Tree up early again this year, so that everyone can take advantage of the many wonderful Black Friday deals (and don't forget to purchase some ‘SCRIP’ cards to help you with those deals). We plan to have the tree and names up on the weekend of Nov. 22/23. We do ask that after you choose your child’s name from the tree that you sign the book that will be by the tree. The gifts will need to be brought to the Gathering Area by Sun., Dec. 21, before the 10:30 Mass. Thanks again for all the generosity that is always displayed at this time of the year. If you have any questions regarding the Giving Tree, or if you'd like to have more than one name, would like to possibly buy for siblings, please contact Katie Bower at 631-1282 and I'll try to help you out. Thank You!! THANKSGIVING DAY FEAST St. Joseph’s Parish Center 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM You are invited to share Thanksgiving Day with family & friends and enjoy a great meal. Reservations are requested but not necessary. Donations, while appreciated, are not required. Dine in and carry out meals are available. Delivery service to your door in limited situations. To reserve your meals or volunteer, please call the Saint Joseph Parish office at 812-482-1805. Last year, we received almost 900 new and used coats, and also had enough money donated to purchase 200 new coats. Please consider a monetary donation as well. If you do make a cash donation, make your check payable to Precious Blood Church and memo Koatz4Kidz. We will use this money to purchase new coats in the sizes that we tend to have in high demand. Coat distribution day will be Sat., Dec. 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the gym. Please consider volunteering to help on that day, and also on set-up day, Fri., Dec. 12, at 3:00 p.m. in the gym. Please contact Andy Welsh at 309-0628 or email him at [email protected], if you are interested in helping. Your donations of both new and used coats and any financial donations will go a long way to help those in need. God Bless. For all four Jasper area parishes. WOMEN’S RETREAT ~ February 7-8, 2015 MEN’S RETREAT ~ February 28 - March 1, 2015
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