Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, February 9, 2014
Worship & Word
Prayer List
Illness
Ginger Arnot, Mary Agnes Bussing,
Shelbi Crouch, John Danyluk, Ron Deal, John Folger,
Jim Guthrie, Laura Henneberry,
Michael Hession, Jan Hosp, Stephen Jensen,
Roger Kreighbaum, Rita McAtee, Angie Meyer, Aaron Miles, Linda Osborne, Joe Pieczko,
Ginger Semenick, Judy Sieferman, Martha Steiner, Brenda Williams
Deaths
Loretta “Lori” Bede
Note: If you would like to submit a name please contact the Parish Office at 241-6314 x122. Names are removed after 4 weeks unless re-submitted.
Readings for the Week of February 9, 2014 Monday Saint Scholastica, Virgin 1 Kgs 8:1-7, 9-13; Ps 132; Mk 6:53-56 Tuesday Our Lady of Lourdes 1 Kgs 8:22-23, 27-30; Ps 84; Mk 7:1-13 Wednesday 1 Kgs 10:1-10; Ps 37; Mk 7:14-23 Thursday 1 Kgs 11:4-13; Ps 106; Mk 7:24-30 Friday Saints Cyril, Monk, and Methodius, Bishop 1 Kgs 11:29-32, 12:19; Ps 81; Mk 7:31-37 Saturday 1 Kgs 12:26-32, 13:33-34; Ps 106; Mk 8:1-10
This Sunday’s Readings Next Sunday’s Readings Isaiah 58:7-10 Sirach 15:15-20 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 1 Corinthians 2:6-10 Matthew 5:13-16 Matthew 5:17-37 Gather Book 1104 Gather Book 1107
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Weekend of February 8/9, 2014
In this weekend’s readings and psalm, the prevail-ing theme is that of light: We are the light of the world; our light breaks forth like the dawn; our light shines in the darkness; our light reflects generosity and justice. Good stewards know they are the lamp, and Christ is the flame that, through them, illuminates the earth. They know that they carry Christ’s light in their hearts, and let it shine through their words and deeds. What are we doing to shine Christ’s light on the hungry, the homeless and others most in need of God’s mercy? How do we exercise good stewardship over
the light of Christ that burns within each of us?
— From the Feb 2014 Catholic Stewardship e-Bulletin
(http://catholicstewardship.com/)
MONDAY, February 10, 2014
9:00 a.m. Ron Otte by Family (January 28th was the first anniversary)
TUESDAY, February 11, 2014
9:00 a.m. Communion Service
WEDNESDAY, February 12, 2014
9:00 a.m. Communion Service
THURSDAY, February 13, 2014
9:00 a.m. Donald Maines by Denise Maines
FRIDAY, February 14, 2014
9:00 a.m. Prayers for Connie Marie Rowland by Foltz
SATURDAY, February 15, 2014
5:30 p.m. Wilnea "Scotty" Gorjanc by Idell Akers
SUNDAY, February 16, 2014
7:00 a.m. John Maloney by Starkey & Beaman Families
8:30 a.m. Tim Trusnik by Jon Parker
10:30 a.m. Special Intention
Noon Mary Thompson by Cindy and Basil Noblet
5:30 p.m. For the Parish
Resources & Development Bingo: February 14, 2014
Callers: J Csenar, T Jost, T McCall
Team #2 Co-Captain: L / M Opincar Early Setup: J Westrick; Supply: D Hilligoss; Salad: TBD; Fryer: D Witek; Workers: E Lopez, E Murphy, J Olsen, J Nault, L Barber; Bakers: D Hilligoss, D Shook, C Smith, M Dillon; Biscuits: A Plummer
Parish Stewardship of Treasure Week of February 2, 2014
Weekly Budget $26,346.15 Weekly Offering $26,172.47 YTD Actual $830,752.30 YTD Budget $816,730.77 YTD Gain (Loss) $14,021.53 Endowment $1,943.00 Special Collection $2,294.00
CCD Classes: CCD is religion classes held for children 3 years old through
elementary grades attending public school. We meet on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. For further information
contact: Sr. Mary Ann DeFazio,
at 241-6314 extension 119 or email [email protected]
Classes Meet: Feb 9, Mar 2, 9 ,16
Note: Feb 23, breakfast and Snowball Fight
United Catholic Appeal (UCA) Christ Our Hope calls us to support Archdiocese ministry needs. The UCA is one way we can share with people in need and provide assistance to all of our ministries throughout the Archdiocese. This year our parish goal is $128,328 and to date we
have pledged $162,841. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generosity.
Faith Formation
MOMS Group Several years ago St. Chris had a very successful MOMS group. Like many groups, it served a need at that time. We have had some recent interest expressed to re-form this group. If this sounds like a group you would like to join or learn more about please contact Sr. Kathy, 241-6314 x114, [email protected].
Keep an eye out for future bulletin announcements!
55 and Over
Mark your calendar! The next 55 and Over gathering
is Thur, Feb 20th at 12:30pm. We are very fortunate
after last month’s cancellation that Ted
Bruzas is still available to present Abra-
ham Lincoln’s early years in Indiana. If
you need to use the chairlift please contact
the parish office before Feb. 20th. To regis-
ter call Helen at 291-5878 or Barb at 852-
7113 & be sure to leave your name & phone
number in case of cancelation . We are
sorry for the few we were unable to notify
when this event was cancelled last month.
Former Reagan Counsel to ad-dress Catholic Business Ex-change
Peter Rusthoven, a partner of the Indi-ana law firm of Barnes & Thornburg
and former Associate Counsel to President Ronald Reagan, will speak at the February Catholic Business Exchange. His topic will be: The Pope and Capitalism.
The event is Friday morning, February 21, at the North Side Knights of Columbus. Mass starts at 6:30am and the pro-gram will be finished by 8:30am. Cost for the program in-cludes a great breakfast and is $15 in advance for members and $21 for non-members. Registration is required. To reg-ister, pay online and for more information, visit www.catholicbusinessexchange.org
Parish Life
Liturgical Commission
Altar Servers Feb 15 -5:30 p.m. S / J Peterson Feb 16 -7:00 a.m. K / D Matter Feb 16 -8:30 a.m. E Fleischman / G Pontones Feb 16 -10:30 a.m. B / D Eisele Feb 16 -Noon L Fultz / K Krieger Feb 16 -5:30 p.m. D Kear / G Treado
Gospel : Matthew 5:13-16 Salt is another image of holiness, and saltiness is given by God. Question for Children: What can you do to bring the light of Jesus into the lives of your family, friends, and people you meet? Question for Youth: How do you feel when Jesus says that YOU are the salt of the earth and that YOU are called to be the light for others? Question for Adults: What specific efforts do you take to maintain your light? Do you let your light dim? Why?
Pray for Respect for Human Life from Conception to Natural Death
NURSING HOME VISITS What a wonderful welcome it is for those living in nearby nursing homes to receive a visit from St. Chris parishioners. Members of the Re-spect for Life Committee have been blessed by participating in this needed ministry. We
would now like to extend this invitation for any interested parishion-ers to join us! ORPHAN CARE IN INDIANAPOLIS You might remember Buddy the Elf grew up in an orphanage, and ended up helping Santa at the North Pole. In 2014 there are no longer orphanages in Indianapolis. A system of Foster Care is intended to provide transitional loving care for children without parents. There is a system of financial compensation that sometimes, rather than love, motivates people to become Foster Parents. If you have some loving space open in your heart you can find out more about Foster Parent-ing at http://www.in.gov/dcs/2955.htm UPCOMING RESPECT LIFE EVENTS: February 15 – 8:30 am : St. Michael Parish – 3rd Sat. - Mass for the Unborn with Rosary and prayer at the Women’s Clinic on 16th
Sanctity of Life Dinner : March 6. Register at www.archindy.org/prolife
The Saint Christopher Respect Life Group is attempting to improve the life of all humans by sharing information and working to support people during their life journey. We are concerned with all of human life from conception to natural death. If you would like to volunteer to assist in visiting the nursing homes or would like to join our group please contact Mark Folger at [email protected] or Paul Guenin at 244-9731. You may also drop in at any of our meetings, held the sec-ond Monday of every month at 6 pm, in the Church basement in the Jericho room. The next meeting is Feb. 10th. Our group needs and welcomes more members.
For all Archdiocesan Pro-Life events, Newsletter, and links
go to : www.archindy.org/prolife
Group
Indy’s Got Sisters – Nun Run is a 24+ hour experi-ence during which single women ag-es 18-40 are invit-ed to spend time with Sisters who are ministering in the Indi-anapolis area. At each stop, enjoy the Sisters’ cooking as you learn first hand how each Community is making a difference for the people in the Indianapolis area and beyond. Trans-portation provided. No fee for the weekend. The Nun Runs are scheduled for February 21-22, 2014. The event will begin at 5:45 p.m. (E.S.T.) on Friday and conclude at 8:30 p.m. (E.S.T.) on Saturday. To register or to receive a bro-chure contact Sr. Theresa Sullivan, DC at 812-963-7563 or email:[email protected]
Sponsored by the Archdiocese and the Religious Communities of Indianapolis and
the surrounding area.
Faith Formation
Catholic Schools Week 2014
The St. Christo-pher school staff joined the students in dressing up for "Crazy Day" this year. The students also celebrated "Vocations Day" during the week, this gave the staff another chance to tell stories about the nuns who played a part in the their own Catholic education.
Christian Services
Young Adult First Fridays Adoration Service!
Please join us for an hour of adoration, a reflection on “I Thirst,” music, dinner, and social to follow! This
is a great opportunity to spend some time with our Lord in the blessed sacrament and meet new people.
Mar 7th – Apr 4th, starting at 7pm. Locations for each evening can be found at
www.indycatholic.org
For more information you can email Katie Sahm at [email protected]
Around the Archdiocese
Student Created Notecards Sold Nationally
Big Congrats go out to St. Christopher School, its teachers & its students for pub-lishing their creative ideas on Note Cards sold by the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). Along with students from two other schools across the nation, students tell what they learned. Favorite responses include: “Following the Ten
commandments is harder than you think” and “Don’t wob-ble a class pet’s cage.” If you would like to order the cards please check out their website http://www.ncea.org/store/
Weekend of February 16, 2014
8:30 a.m. - D White 10:30 a.m.– J Stevens
Additional van drivers are needed to provide transportation for senior citizens to Mass on Sun-day: No special license is
required Only 30-45 minutes before and after 8:30 Mass
once every 6 weeks or so Contact Joe Stevens at 908-5135
Christian Services
Saint Vincent de Paul
Children of God
Let you light shine before all people. Be a beacon of light in the darkness.
Light a candle in the heart. Open your eyes to the ugliness
All around you. How?
Children of God Help at the food pantry.
Join the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Become active in the
Respect For Life Ministry. Read the bulletin and find a
Calling to use your God given talent.
Children of God Let your light shine before all people And glorify your heavenly Father.
Trudy Bledsoe
Around the Archdiocese
Food Pantry
Please put any clothing or household items in-
tended for St. Vincent de Paul in the glass enclosure of the school. Food and items intended for the St. Chris Pantry can continue to be placed in the Usher’s closet (to the right of the main church doors). Thank You for All donations!
3rd Annual Girls’ Night Out
February 21, 2014 7p.m. – 10:30p.m. Fee: $45
"One woman can change anything, many women can change everything."
The Girls’ Night Out is back again this year with even more fun! An exciting evening of celebration in sup-port of the Julian Center and their work against do-mestic violence. Beat the winter blahs with a night spent with your friends as you get manicures and fa-cials, make fun crafts and jewelry, and catch up over snacks ....and CHOCOLATE! Girls’ Night Out is a fun evening of Women Helping Women! A portion of all proceeds goes to support the Julian Center. New ven-dors this year! Bring your shopping money! 10% of each vendor’s sales are also donated to the Julian Center! Register online by Feb 18th at www.benedictinn.org or call (317)788-7581 x 0
A BIG thank you to Tom Steiner and the youth ministry for host-ing the Souper Bowl of Caring food drive last weekend at St. Christopher's! The collection was a HUGE success! Your efforts are very much appreciated! Also,
thank you so much to all the people who contributed to this Souper Bowl food drive! Your generosity was overwhelming!!
Thank You!!
How can I help?
We are always looking for volunteers and there is something to fit everyone’s schedule.
February 15th come out and help at the SVdP Distribution Center. We meet in the St. Chris parking lot at 7:30 and work till about noon.
We need help every Saturday at the SVdP Food Pantry and Distribution Center (1201 E Maryland St). The hours are flexible to fit your availability. We could really use some help driving the Distribution Center trucks to help pick up furniture.
I just cleaned out my closets, how do I donate the items I no longer need to SVdP?
To donate furniture or appliances please call the SVdP donation line (317-687-1006) M-F 8:30am - 4:30pm. Beds can be donated and are appreciated. Since 2010 we have had 270+ beds donated! This means that at least 270 people are no longer sleeping on a hard floor! Is it easy to donate furniture and appliances to SVdP?
if you are willing to plan ahead or store the items until we
can get a volunteer to pick it up on a Saturday morning. SVdP has ten trucks available to pick up furniture and appliances. On any given Saturday we have enough volunteers to drive five of the ten trucks to pick up items to be donated. A truck requires a driver and 1or 2 helpers. If we could consistently get enough drivers to use all ten trucks we would be able to increase the response time picking up donations, effectively helping more people. Many people are unwilling to wait a couple of weeks to have a truck pick up their items and end up giving them to other organizations. In the case of beds, other organizations have them recycled for their metal and fabric content, since you cannot sell used beds in Indiana. It is much better when SVdP can give them to people sleeping on the floor. For additional information about SVdP or if you have a truck, car, or van you would like to donate, please contact Paul Guenin at 244-9731 or [email protected]
Always Loving Our Children February 16, 2014 4-9pm
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Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed by the sudden disclosure that your son or daughter is homosexual? Feeling alone yet knowing you are not?
Come to Fatima for this opportunity to talk with other parents about the ex-
perience of learning your child is gay. Questions flood the mind; feelings overflow; peer pressure and church teachings overwhelm, yet deep in your
soul, you know you will always love your son or daughter no matter what.
Join us as we discuss the challenges that are faced by parents of homosexu-als. We will have a team of presenters gathered to help guide the discussion
that we hope will lead us all to a greater understanding and recover a lost
peace.
February 16, 2014 4:00 - 9:00 pm ~ A light dinner will be served.
There is no registration fee; however, you will have the opportunity to make a freewill donation.
To RSVP go to www.archindy.org/fatima and
click on register or call Marcia at (317) 545-7681
ext.18.
Questions? Contact Cheryl at (317) 545-7681
ext.15 or email her at [email protected]
Our lady of Fatima Retreat House
5353 E. 56th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46226
317.545.7681
