Second Sunday of Advent (B)
December 7, 2014
St. Mary Magdalene
Catholic Church
7232 KY 56, Owensboro, KY 42301
www.stmarymagd.org
Ph: 270-771-4436  Fax: 1-866-856-7191 Ÿ
Rel. Ed. 270-771-4438
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil:
5:00 pm
Sunday:
8:00 & 10:30 am
Weekdays: Tuesday-Saturday 7:00 am
Holy Day:
Contact Parish Office
PASTORAL STAFF
Pastor: Rev. Mark A. Buckner
[email protected]
DRE: Debi Hopkins
[email protected]
Office Manager: Patti J. Bartley
[email protected]
Bookkeeper: Sherleye Goff
[email protected]
Youth Minister: Crissy Stevenson,
[email protected]
Minister of Music: Jacob Hein
[email protected]
PASTORAL COUNCIL
Joey Smith
Bryan Ebelhar, Mike Jones
Brad Cecil and Sarah O’Bryan
FINANCE COUNCIL
Larry Elder; Kenny Knott;
Rebecca Schwartz, Rita Wood
ST. MARY MAGDALENE
CEMETERY
Contact the Parish Office- 771-4436
WELCOME TO OUR PARISH
SACRAMENTS
If you are a visitor to St. Mary Magdalene, we want to welcome you.
If you are new to the parish, please call the office at (771-4436)
to register in the parish.
BAPTISM: Contact Pastor for Instructions.
CONFESSIONS: Saturdays at 3:30pm;
anytime by appointment.
MARRIAGES: Contact the pastor six months
in advance to begin marriage preparation.
Office hours are:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:30am to 2:30 pm.
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LITURGICAL MINISTERS for Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014
5:00 PM
8:00 AM
10:30PM
Chris Kamuf
Tony Ebelhar
Youth Mass
Eucharistic
Ministers
Joe Blandford
Imelda Millay
Patsy Hartz
Kevin Schwartz
Need 2 volunteers
Youth Mass
Altar
Servers
Zeke & Jeffrey
Smith
Cole Cecil
Will Murphy
Jenna Dant
Youth Mass
Bryan Ebelhar
Bill Hardy
Youth Mass
Lector
Monday,
7:00AM
6:00PM
Dec. 8th
James “Skeeter” Hagan
Mary Ann Blandford
Tuesday,
7:00AM
Dec. 9th
Bernard Krampe, Sr.
Wednesday,
7:00AM
Dec. 10th
Mary Pheobe Ebelhar
Thursday,
7:00 AM
Dec. 11th
Theresa Carr
Friday,
7:00 AM
Dec. 12th
Mike Goff
Saturday,
7:00 AM
5:00 PM
Dec. 13th
Mary Ann Blandford
Sr. Mary Louise Knott
Sunday,
8:00 AM
10:30 AM
Dec. 14th
Parishioners
Sue Riney
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Gn 3:9-15, 20;
Lk 1:26-38
Tuesday: Is 40:1-11;
Mt 18:12-14
Wednesday: Is 40:25-31;
Mt 11:28-30
Thursday: Is 41:13-20;
Mt 11:11-15
Friday:
47,
Zec 2:14-17 Lk 1:39-
Ushers/Greeters Grady Ebelhar
Rick Millay
Minister to the Sick: Chris Payne the weekend of Dec. 14th 270-314-7256
December Church Cleaners: Gloria McCarty, Linda Ebelhar, Mary Lou Jones
Sheryl Thomas, Christina Dant, Barbara Schwartz, Donna Ebelhar, Roxanne Kaelin
Jennifer Keller
EXILE
Both Isaiah and Peter had the task of comforting and encouraging their
communities during times of exile. The Israelites were in geographic exile
from Israel; to them this was, in effect, the same as being in exile from their
God. The early Christians, following the Resurrection, expected an immediate
return of Christ in glory; they, too, felt in “exile” as the delay of the Second
Coming grew longer and longer. All four of scripture’s authors today—Isaiah,
the psalmist, Peter, and Mark—hasten to help us see things in God’s terms,
not ours. They want us to know that we can never truly be exiled from God,
or from God-among-us, since we know that when the faithful are gathered,
Christ has come into their midst. Instead, we are encouraged today to do what
we can from our end to shorten the time of our exile: to repent of our sins, to
return our lives to the Lord, to live as people who seek the coming day of the
Lord, when “kindness and truth shall meet; justice and peace shall
kiss” (Psalm 85:10).
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Saturday: Sir 48:1-4, 9-11; Mt
17:9a, 10-13
NEW PARISHIONERS
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TODAY’S READINGS
December Calendar
First Reading — The rugged land
shall be made a plain; the rough
country, a broad valley (Isaiah 40:15, 9-11).
Psalm — Lord, let us see your
kindness, and grant us your salvation (Psalm 85).
Second Reading — Conduct yourselves in holiness, hastening the
coming of the day of God (2 Peter
3:8-14).
Gospel — I have baptized you with
water; he will baptize you with the
Holy Spirit (Mark 1:1-8).
7- PREP 9-10:20AM
7– Youth Mass Practice 5-6:30PM
7– High School Youth Group 6:30-8:30PM
8– Immaculate Conception Mass times 7:00AM & 6:00PM
8– Parish Office Closed
9– Scripture Study 7:45AM
9– Young Adult Gathering 6:30PM
10– Children’s Choir Practice 6:30PM
10- Confirmation Session 6:30-8:00PM
11– Picnic Meeting 6:00PM
14– PREP 9-10:20AM
14– Youth Mass 10:30AM
14– Penance Service 1:00PM
14– Christmas Caroling 2:00PM
15– Lessons in Carols/Evening Prayer 6:00PM
16– Scripture Study 7:45AM
16– Confirmation High School Retreat Team Meeting 6:30PM
17– Children’s Choir Practice 6:30PM
17- Confirmation Session 6:30-8:00PM
19– Parish Council Christmas gathering 5:00PM
20– Children’s Choir Practice 9-11:30AM
22– Help needed decorating for Christmas 8:00AM
22– Evening Prayer 6:00PM
24– Christmas Eve Mass times 4:00PM & 8:00PM
25– Christmas Day Mass time 8:00AM
26– No Mass– Parish Office Closed
28– Youth Christmas Party at Skyzone
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on
English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
CALLING ALL THOSE AGES 18-39!!!
We are starting a Young Adult Group
here at St. Mary Magdalene. This
group encompasses all that fall into
that age range. We will gather on
Tuesday, December 9th at 6:30 PM in
the Parish Center. We realize that
everyone has very busy schedules, yet
are hoping that this is something you
will want to incorporate into your
time. This ministry is in the formation
stage, so come and tell us how we can
help meet your needs!! If you have
any questions, concerns, or ideas for
this ministry, please contact Crissy.
Second Sunday of Advent
We continue on our Advent way, mindful of our own Baptism and its ongoing
call for us to repent and be forgiven.
For reflection this week: How and
when will I repent of my sin, seeking
God’s forgiveness?
Let us pray: For all the baptized, the
Church; may we strive to live free from
sin, preparing a way for Christ to enter
our hearts.
New Years Dance
St. Mary Magdalene
Parish Hall
December 31, 2014
7PM– 1AM
$30 ticket admits 2 guests
Cash Bar Only (Full Bar)
No outside alcohol allowed
Hosted by Owensboro Catholic School Parents of
St. Mary Magdalene
Fundraiser for Catholic School Tuition
(Contact Fr. Mark for more information)
DJ– Jerrod Murphy
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
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Here is the second part of an article I wrote for the Western KY Catholic a few years back (a bit more of
it will be run for the Sundays of Advent):
Although to a lesser degree than Lent, Advent is considered a penitential season, in the
Purple or violet colors, with the scheduling of Penance services, and the emphasis on prayer and
preparation. We are Catholics, and we get that. We understand penance, and waiting.
Penitence is like pregnancy: beleaguered, fraught with stress and stretch, and most appropriate
at Advent. We are to wait in joyful hope. Are we waiting with young Mary, the teenage bride of the
quiet carpenter, Joseph? Waiting with the expectant couple, as they make their way to Bethlehem?
Or, are we waiting for Christ, triumphant, astride a white stallion, the King of Kings and Lord of
Lords? We are awaiting both, of course. As was said, Advent is confusing, but we get a fresh chance
every December to figure it out. To be continued….
Reminders: PREP is on Dec. 7 and Dec. 14, and resumes on Jan.8.
In keeping with the liturgical season of Christmas, which lasts until Jan.11, 2015, (the Feast of the
Baptism of Jesus), and the Epiphany tradition throughout the world, PREP students will receive
small gifts, and learn about Epiphany, when they return in January. This also helps reinforce the
importance of observing the seasons by the Church calendar. We will be encouraging them to bring
in a baby item to honor Jesus at that time…..see below…
Gifts for the Baby Jesus: For the last few years, every Dec. and Jan., we have collected items
for babies (and new moms) to be donated to Birthright of Owensboro. Please bring in new, (or
clean, gently used) items. Also: diapers, powder, etc. are always needed. We usually have a “Magi
wagon” set up for collection of items in the foyer of the parish center, but the little red wagon
has flown the coop!! (whereabouts unknown). So, there will be a box in the back of church for leaving items (if items are bulky, please leave in the parish center). These items will go directly to parents who really need help. Cash and gift cards are always a good idea, too. The staff of Birthright
uses them for whatever is most needed. Thank You!!
We are all part of the St. Mary Magdalene Family—married, single, divorced, separated, child, or
teen—we are all connected in Christ’s family.
The purpose of the Family Life Committee is to create, promote, and foster happy, healthy holy families and individuals through the outpouring of prayerful support, loving concern, and education opportunities by use of the Diocese, programs and Christ centered living.
By offering programs to support our parish family, from womb to tomb, we hope to enliven the church
and share the gospel of Jesus Christ with our community.
Help is needed with this very important ministry. Please let Fr. Mark know or someone on the Parish
Council if you can give some time or have questions about helping with the Family Life Committee.
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Upcoming Youth Dates
Christmas Caroling Outing: ALL
PARISHONERS are invited to go
Christmas Caroling with the Youth
Group on Sunday, December 14.at 2:00
PM We always have such a great time!
We need adults to volunteer as drivers who have
gone through the Safe Environment Training to help transport the youth
(grades 6-12). If any child younger than the youth group age
would like to go caroling, we would love to have them as long as
their parent is accompanying them. Santa Hats, Christmas
clothes, Reindeer Antlers, etc. are encouraged to be worn too!
Youth Group Christmas Party:
Mark your calendars for Sunday,
December 28 because you’re not going to want
to miss out!! We are taking a trip up to Evansville to Cici’s Pizza & SkyZone for a night of fun
and fellowship. We will be leaving St. Mary Magdalene at 4:15 PM
and returning around 10:00 PM that night. There are waiver’s that
MUST be signed before participating in the jumping. Please, see
Crissy to get a form. We are asking the youth to help offset some
of the cost. $20 will help cover dinner and jumping at SkyZone. If
money is an issue, please talk to Crissy.
Parents who are cleared through Safe Environment are needed as
chaperones. We have a bus rented for transportation. Please, let
Crissy know if you can help.
Youth Mass: Our next
Youth Mass is on Sunday,
December 14 at 10:30 AM.
Any youth in grades 6-12
wishing to participate in
any of the ministries and
learn the music that will be
sung, need to be at Mass
Practice on Sunday, December 7 from 5:00-6:30
PM. This is a great way to
learn about the mass and
taking a different role in
your participation in the
liturgy.
Confirmation Retreat Team:
Any High School Youth that
is interested in being a part
of the Confirmation Retreat
Team needs to contact
Crissy. High School Students take on a vital role
during the retreat in helping
to lead activities, share their
testimony’s, lead small group
discussions, work behind the
scenes, etc. The Confirmation Retreat is January 1617. Those wishing to serve
on the team need to meet on
Tuesday, December 16 at
6:30 PM to learn more about
what is needed and to prepare for the retreat!!
From the Youth Minister: What a treasure we have here at St. Mary Magdalene! We are
so blessed to have the active youth that we have! I want to share a bit about an experience that
I was able to have by working with your kids. ODYC was Nov. 21-22 at the Owensboro Convention Center where over 400 people were present from our Diocese. St. Mary Magdalene represented 29 of the youth and 6 adults who were there. Out of those 29 kids, I can confidently
brag that I didn’t see a single one of them who seemed distracted by what other things were
happening downtown (Christmas Parade, Arts & Craft Show, being downtown, etc). They all
attended workshops, listened to keynote speakers, participated in a Helping Hands Project
where several thousand meals were made, and other conference activities!
Outside of the conference, there are such great experiences with our youth on a weekly
basis at youth group and regularly with extra events! There are discussions happening in the
Middle & High School Youth weekly that are so deep, where the kids are interested in the faith
and learning how to share it!! Our kids have lots of opportunities to come and be of service to
the parish in many capacities. They do not complain about the work to be done, but have such
a joy within themselves where the work gets done, but there is enjoyment of being with each
other. Take a moment to be proud of our teens. They are truly a treasure to our parish!!
YOUTH MINISTRY
Sunday, December 7– Mass Practice 5:00-6:00 PM;
High School Youth 6:30-8:30 PM
Sunday, December 14– Christmas Caroling 2:00 PM
Tuesday, December 16– Confirmation Retreat Team
Meeting (High Schooler’s) 6:30 PM
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Advent Penance Services
Precious Blood Parish – December 9th – 6:00 pm
St. Mary Magdalene - December 14th – 1:00 pm
Mount St. Joseph – December 16th – 6:00 pm
Immaculate Parish – December – 17th – 6:00 pm
St. Peter of Alcantra – December – 18th – 6:00 pm
St. Sebastian Parish – December –18th – 6:00 pm
St. Augustine Parish - December 19th – 6:00 pm
St. Stephen Cathedral – December - 21st – 3:00 pm
St. Alphonsus Parish - December - 22nd – 6:00 pm
Christmas Memorial Offering - We will print and publish
the memorial on Sunday, December 21st. Please have all
names turned in by today, Sunday, December 7th.
Our Angel Tree is empty, all the angels have been taken by our parish
families. Each angel represents a child from Sorgho Elementary, one
who might otherwise receive very little for Christmas, were it not for the
generous spirit of God, alive in people, like you!
Sorgho Elementary sent us 120 Angels to hang on the treeall money donated by our parishioners will be sent to
Sorgho School to purchase 2 gifts for a child. 60 children
will be helped. The parish does not keep any money that is
designated “Angel Tree.”
While the requested amount is $25, any amount is most sincerely appreciated. Checks are made out to the parish (for
your tax purposes). The check or cash can be sealed in an
envelope, with the angel inside it or attached. (There will
be a collection box under the tree, with the money collected
from it frequently). Money needs to be turned in by December 14th.
For Sorgho School families to receive assistance, the parents
must attend the parent/teacher conference; follow attendance
policy; and attend at least one workshop (Parenting Skills session).
Kathy Watkins, from the Sorgho, will be meeting with the
“angel” parents ONLY (the children will not be going along), on
a specified shopping day at Walmart. The parents will be shopping for their children, with the school representative. They
will be able to pick out the gifts, and wrap them themselves.
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IN SPECIAL NEED OF PRAYER
Happy Birthday to You!!
HOME BOUND/RETIREMENT HOMES:
Bobby Collignon, Carolyn Knott, Jean McCarty, Michael O’Bryan, Pearl O'Bryan
We ask that you pause a moment and say a prayer for the sick in our community.
Remember in prayer, those sick in our Community:
Michael Alvey, Toya Ashby, Bill Bratcher, Riley Carmen, Marion Cecil, Joe Bill Clark,
Martha Clark, David Clouse, Pam Cox, Mary Alice Crowe, Maria Daughtery, Steve Dean,
Caroline Elder, Jean Ferrel, Audrey Fogle, Samuel George, Jeff Green,
Susan Riney Guernsey, Billy Johnson, Benjamin Halbig, Robert Haire, Jerry Harris,
Frances Hayden, Joe Hayden, Pat Hayden, Bill Head, Marie Hester, George Hooper,
Leslie Jackson, Martha Johnson, Amelia Jones, Bill Kamuf, Sarah Kamuf, Bill Knott,
Mary Ann Kurz, Leiann Lashbrook, Joe Lewis, Bill Loudermilk, Joy Malone,
Joy Medley Lyons, Dora McCarty, Joe Bill & Margie Merimee, Gary Miller, Diane Minton,
Michael & Sue O’Bryan, Larry Oller, Chuck Pinkston, Jamie Potter, Gary Reynolds,
Matthew Reynolds, Jason Roberts, Christian Ruiz, Melanie Russelburg, Cindy Smith,
Norbert J. Smith, Jr., Norbert Smith Sr., Barbara Smith, Sabrina Sparks, Gayle Strehl,
Bernice Thomas, Alma Topper, Darryl Warren, Kevin Warren, Phil Warren, Mary Jane
Young.
*Please note: Names will remain on the list for one month.
Prayers for our Military- As a parish family, we at St. Mary Magdalene pray for all the
members of our parish. We especially pray for our parishioners and their relatives who are
currently on active duty in the military. James Calhoun, Jessica Chase, Christine Kugele,
Frank Murphy, Chad Norris, Jeff & Sarah Odell, Jonathan Tucker
Christmas Eve: 4:00PM & 8:00PM
Christmas Day 8:00 AM
OFFERINGS: 11/23/2014
Weekly Actual
$ 7,241.39
Weekly Budget
$ 8,534.00
Year to Date Actual
$ 161,576.70
Year to Date Budget
$ 179,214.00
Parishioners celebrating
Birthday’s this week
December
06– Jason Hundley; Ruth Jones;
Perry Warren
07– Derrick Hayden;
Veronica Wethington
08– Caroline Elder
09– Erika Bickett; Bill Head
10– Danny Ebelhar; Graci Stephen;
Dylan Wathen
11– Bella Brey; Robert Thompson
12– Betty Bartley
13– James Blandford; Mary Salmon
Carol Shepherd
14– John Boarman;
Carolyn Thomas
Happy Anniversary!!
Parishioners celebrating
Anniversaries this week
04– Brian & Theresa Wethington
If your birthday/anniversary is omitted
from this list, or incorrectly dated, please
call the parish office.
OFFERINGS: 11/30/2014
Weekly Actual
$ 7,780.75
Weekly Budget
$ 8,534.00
Year to Date Actual
$ 169,360.45
Year to Date Budget
$ 187,748.00
Building Fund Collection:
CD Interest
YTD (includes CD)
$
$
$ 66,054.23
Thank you for your
sacrificial giving and generosity!
Cemetery Plots are on sale
through the month of December$450 for parishioners and $550
for non parishioners. Please, call
or stop by the parish office to
purchase a plot.
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