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Volume 42 Issue 7 October, 2019
Mary Mother of the Church
Managing Editor: Jackie Wilson Reproduction: Trish Willmering Post Office Delivery: Jim Krull
FROM YOUR PASTOR Fr. Chuck Barthel 894-1373
PARISH COUNCIL CHAIRMAN Dick Roseland 486-8345 [email protected]
SPOTLIGHT ON
STEWARDSHIP
UPDATE STAFF
Annual Catholic Appeal Since 1949, our Archbishop has asked the members of the Church of St. Louis to support the mission and ministries of the Archdiocese through an annual collection which is now called the Annual Catholic Appeal. As I wrote in a bulletin article last month, I am happy to report to you our parish’s participation in the Appeal. Overall, 44,000 households within the Archdiocese donated more than $15M in gifts and pledges to this year’s appeal. Our parishioners pledged $87,637 to the Appeal, which surpassed our parish goal by $7,000. 55 new donors made a first- time pledge and 33% of our pledge cards were returned. Each of those numbers show an increase from previous years. Thank you once again for being so generous in responding to the Appeal, especially during these extremely difficult times as the bond of trust with the Church and its leaders has been broken and challenged. A special word of thanks goes out to Paul Schulte and his team of volunteers for all their efforts.
As I sit reading Bishop Barron’s book a “Letter to a Suffering Church.” Has our Country experienced some of the same type of problems as our Church? The following are not my words (Author Unknown); and I hope no one is put off. It’s just an attempt to highlight some of the confusion in our country and our Church. So let me get this straight: we’re a nation that accepts pornography but hates abuse. A nation that doesn’t believe in gender but fights for women’s rights. We’re a nation that believes that no child should be left behind but we have aborted over 60 million. We’re a nation where heroes have died so our flag could fly over a free nation, but then we give the title “heroes” to wealthy athletes who kneel in disrespect. We’re a nation where political parties ignore the corruption of their own party while condemning the corruption of the other. We’re a nation of laws, yet we’re a nation where that only applies if you’re not politically powerful. We’re a nation that has printed “In God we trust” on our money but we’re a nation where the ACLU sues people who make His name known in public. We’re the “greatest” nation on earth yet we consume more antidepressants than any other nation in the world. We’re a nation that pledges we’re “one” yet we’re a nation of aggressive division. And we wonder why there is so much confusion? We can do better as a nation and a Church.
This month our Spotlight is on a woman who is an active parishioner. She is a member of the choir and is active in the ACTS community. She and her husband served on Parish Council several years ago. She and her husband have 2 grown children who live out of state. She gives her garage space to her husband who has classic cars parked inside. She also plays pickle ball. If you do not know her, you should. She is a loving soul and a great friend. Look on page 2 to see who this woman is.
YOU are important
in GOD’S PLAN
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
UPDATE Page 2
FAITH COMMUNITY NURSE Michele Venable 894-1373 [email protected]
THE SPOTLIGHT’S ON......
WENDY FRANKLIN THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO
FOR OUR PARISH.
Submitted by Dick Roseland
FAMILY MASS will be on October 6, at 9 a.m. You and/or your child are invited to minister as Readers, Hospitality Ministers, or Gift Presenters. Contact Becky McDonnell to participate on October 6th (314-236-1421). Watch our parish website for MORE opportunities to sign-up electronically for Mary Mother events via Sign-Up Genius on the home page at www.marymother.org Welcome our Confirmation Candidates as they begin the preparation process on Sunday, October 6, at the 11:00 a.m. Liturgy. FAMILY ROSARY will be held at PSR on MONDAY and WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 and 23 at 6:30 p.m. We’ll meet in the parish hall to pray then enjoy an ICE CREAM SOCIAL. “Safe Touch” at PSR Sessions: As required by Archdiocesan policy, our children will be informed about Safe Touch on the following days and times: Monday, October 28, and Wednesday, October 30. If for whatever reason, you prefer that your child not hear this presentation during PSR, an “opt-out” form and signature are required; just call Ed at 314-894-1373 x218 and he will email or send the form to you.
LITURGY NOTES Ken Barnes 894-1373 [email protected]
DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Ed Lewandowski 894-1373 [email protected]
God bless you
with health and
happiness
Watch the bulletin for information on the themes for the Liturgies during the month of October. You can also check the parish website at www.marymother.org.
TO GIVE
S TO
GROW
The parish staff and Ministry of Consolation are planning a very special Mass on Saturday, November 2nd at 8:30AM. This year, the Mass is on All Souls Day. This Mass of Remembrance honors our deceased. We prayerfully hope that parishioners and families/friends of parishioners, no matter how long ago or recent their loss, will attend. A candle ceremony is a very special part of this Mass. There will be a reception in the parish hall following Mass. Please call the parish office, letting us know how many will attend the reception for food planning purposes. Finally, we treasure the pictures of loved ones which we will place in church throughout November. Some guidelines are requested, if possible: unframed and 5 x 7” or smaller, brought to the office within the last couple of weeks of this month (October). Please label on the back, the name of the person to whom we should return your picture (will be returned in early December). Thank you for the opportunity to share in the memory of your loved ones. May Our Lord comfort us, who grieve.
****************************** FLU VACCINE CLINIC
Sunday, October 6 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
In parish hall
Age 3 and older
Standard and High-dose vaccine (age 65 and older)
See the bulletin of September 15 for more information about eligibility
and necessary paperwork.
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CHRISTIAN FORMATION Karen Karr 416-1992
All of the Major Projects for 2018 -2019 are completed except for the access control for church doors and the PSR intercom (intruder alert). Some additional review is required. The projects completed are: new phone system for parish office/property; tuck pointing various masonry walls; repair asphalt, fill cracks, sealing and striping parking lots. There were necessary items added to the Major Projects: kitchen walk-in cooler compressor, storage closets in Church Hall, mechanical equipment in rectory, and removal of several diseased trees. Additional NO PARKING signs will also be installed. Avoid parking in these areas. It is necessary for these areas to be clear for access by EMS vehicles when called. There is ample parking adjacent to the Reilly Center. From the most remote parking space from the Reilly Center to the church vestibule is 30 yards (90 steps) additional than from the most remote parking space in front of the church. Be compassionate; walk a little more. It may be YOU in need of help!
ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE COMMISSION
Carl Cooper 200-9138 [email protected] During the month of October, we have several things
happening: Modern life provides few opportunities to go deeper into our relationship with God through prayer. Even retreats are difficult to squeeze in. Yet Jesus still invites us “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” (Mark 6:31). On Saturday morning, October 12, for four hours, the Mary Mother Contemplative Prayer community will gather at the Maria Center on Ripa in St. Louis to do just that. They will participate in an Immersion Experience into Contemplative Silence and Solitude going deeper into their personal relationship with God. Keep the evenings of October 15 and 22 open. These are the nights of the Spiritual Gifts Inventory. More information to come. On Saturday evening, October 25, we will, again, have “Live from Mary Mother - It’s Saturday Night.” This month it will be led by Fr. Chuck Barthel. He will take us on “A Walk Through the Mass.” As always, it will begin with dinner after the 4:30 Mass. All are welcome. You can sign up for these events on Sign Up Genius at www.marymother.org..
HEALTH MINISTRY Mary Ann Schulte 706-1512
HAVE YOU TOLD SOMEONE
TODAY THAT YOU
LOVE THEM?
I think about the elderly a lot. Maybe it's because of my age, which is 65 years old. It's weird to think of myself as elderly as my soul feels like I'm 22 years old. Aging changes us all. In some ways, I'm better. Physically I'm slower and worse. Bodily ailments hit us all sooner or later no matter how well we care for our bodies. I'm a part time musician and I play music in many retirement homes. People ask me if I'm a new resident. Oh my. The music relieves loneliness at least for an hour during the day. Most of the elderlyfor whom I play are upbeat even though their bodies have "slipped" a bit. Loneliness is a big issue for the homebound elderly. Our souls need companionship of others. Good mental health needs companionship and human presence. Be present for the people in your life and at places where elderly wait just for someone to talk to.
Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 19
After 4:30 Mass Family event where kids can “trick-or-treat”
by going from car to car.
3 ways to participate
1. Sign up your car and provide treats for the trick-or-treaters.
2. Bring your kids or grandkids to the event in costume. 3. Sign up to help serve dinner
or to help with one of the
Activities
see sign up genius links at
Www.marymother.org
UPDATE Page 4
SOCIAL COMMISSION Becky McDonnell 236-1421
LITURGY COMMISSION Carol Mason 287-0297 [email protected]
CHRISTIAN SERVICE COMMISSION
Rob Telthorst 820-0605 [email protected]
Quilters meet every Tuesday at 9am to work on quilts in the room across from classroom 6. October 5-6 - Bridge Bread Sales after all Masses October 10 (Thursday) - Sensational Seniors meet for a Potluck lunch in the hall at 12 noon October 13 (Sunday) 4-7pm Pasta Dinner in the parish hall- The menu includes: All you can eat mostaccioli noodles, served with your choice of red sauce (prepared by one of our local Italian restaurants), white sauce or plain, grilled Italian sausage, salad, rolls, and homemade desserts, as well as lemonade and iced tea. Soda, beer and wine are also available for purchase. Come for great fellowship. October 18 (Fr iday)- 6:30pm - Ladies Bunco, in the Monsignor Reilly Center. The theme is Luck of the Irish. So get your green on. Costumes are optional. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $15, plus please bring a snack to share. October 19 (Saturday) -Trunk-or-Treat following 4:30 Mass- new to Mary Mother. Family event where kids can “trick-or-treat” by going from car to car. There are 3 ways to participate; see sign up genius links at marymother.org 1. Sign up your car and provide treats for the trick-or- treaters 2. Bring your kids or grandkids to the event in costume 3. Sign up to help serve dinner or to help with one of the activities October 29 - YACHT Club event: “Made for More” presentation at St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. Open to anyone from our par ish. A Dynamic multimedia presentation highlighting the beauty of life. Please see the bulletin for more information. November 2 and 3 - Bridge Bread Sales after all Masses December 6 (Friday) - Annual Advent Glow January 25 (Saturday) - Progressive Dinner For more information and sign up sheets, visit the parish website at www.marymother.org
One of the blessings of being associated with the Christian Service Commission is my exposure to countless opportunities to serve our mission. Our sister parish, St. Alphonsus Liguori “Rock” Church is hosting a trivia night for the Institute for Peace and Justice on Friday October 18. The doors of the church will open at 6:00pm and the trivia begins at 7:00pm. The cost is only $25.00. Check out www.peaceandjusticeinstitute.org for registration information. As we strive to be good stewards of Mother Earth, please note that Dr. Peter Raven, the beloved and respected former director of the Missouri Botanical Gardens will be addressing environmental concerns at the College Church on October 6, from 12:00-1:30 pm (after the 10:30 am Sun-day Mass). We need to start gearing up for the Rock Church Christmas program. Contact Lori Fick if you can help make a wonderful Christmas for those we are blessed to serve at the “Rock Church.” The St. Anthony food pantry needs more volunteers during the week for a variety of jobs including packing meal boxes, organizing food storage, working during pantry hours and picking up food donations. If you cannot commit to a regular volunteer schedule, you are encouraged to serve as a substitute. Contact Rob Telthorst for more information. Finally, on October 26 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, Fontbonne University is holding a workshop titled “Persistence,
I often share about nursing the wounded warriors in Germany. I share because of the twist of the matter. The matter was that our group was forced to take an ear to the “compassion fatigue” that plagued the first group of Navy medical. The twist was that my experience was different. It turns out I received far more from the soldiers than what was taken from me. To witness the strength of character of those soldiers was to witness courage and relentless perseverance in an unusually trying situation. They had survived multiple traumas yet were grateful. Those were not men who went blindly, but men who chose a path, one they believed in, despite all reasons to be angry. Attending Mass is similar. I may start by going out of obligation, but end up getting so much more out of it. The Liturgy gives us the opportunity to experience God’s presence directly, to come to union with Him in the Holy Eucharist, with witnesses that validate His relationship with us. A beautiful twist indeed.
FAMILY ROSARY Held at PSR
MONDAY, October 21 AND
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 Meet in Parish Hall at 6:30 p.m.
Followed by ICE CREAM SOCIAL
UPDATE Page 5
YOUTH COMMISSION Alex Norrenberns 347- 2286
TITHING
Hello Mary Mother! It is with great pleasure that I am able to report that the Youth Commission has been very active lately! Towards the culmination of August, we opened a sock, hat and glove drive for St. Vincent DePaul Church. I’d like to invite you to take part in this service project. Collections will be open until the 27th of September. You can drop your donations off in the vestibule, inside the Rubbermaid container that says, “hats, gloves and socks.” On September 28, the donations will be delivered to St. Vincent DePaul Church. Also, on that day, we will be feeding the homeless. Our spiritual night was on September 8. We enjoyed Breakthrough - a new movie in which a faithful mother prays her son from the brink of death to be healed. It’s theme encouraged everyone to trust God and to rely on our faith to carry us through the inevitable adversity that coincides with life. The night was concluded with discussion and tasty snacks. In case you were not aware, the youth group has a special thing called The Prayer Tower. We write the names of sick and afflicted people in our parish on a wall in the annex. If you or a loved one is carrying a cross that may be a little too heavy, let me know! I’ll write your name on our prayer tower and every Wednesday night, we will pray over you at prayer group. I’m so excited for the upcoming events we have planned this fall season -- don’t hesitate to reach out to me with comments/questions. Thank you so much and may God bless you.
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August 2019 - 4 Sundays $1,000 each agency
1.) St. Augustine Wellston Center – Supports members of the former five parish communities that merged to become St. Augustine Parish, through a food pantry, thrift store, employment counseling, health services and a GED program.
2.) Energy Care – Provides financial assistance for utility bills for those facing loss of gas/electric service.
3.) Let’s Start - Assists women who are discharged from prison to face the challenge of integrating back into society, with support for housing, education, counseling, and job searches.
4.) Birthright of Hillsboro – Provides love, support and hope to women facing unplanned pregnancies, including information, referrals and resources to assist them.
5.) Vincent Gray Alternative High School – Provides an education for poor, at-risk young men and women in a supportive and respectful atmosphere.
6.) Microfinancing Partners in Africa – A micro-financing ministry of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood and the Sisters of St. Joseph that provides help for women establishing cottage industries to support their families.
“LIVE FROM MARY MOTHER—It’s Saturday Night”
OCTOBER 25 AFTER 4:30 MASS
“A WALK THROUGH THE
MASS” PRESENTED BY
FR. CHUCK BARTHEL
BEGINS WITH DINNER
UPDATE Page 6
PRO-LIFE Craig Snavely 651-7432
Project Rachel (for women) and Project Joseph (for men) are two programs which provide healing and hope to those wounded by abortion. No matter what your experience was or how long it has been since the abortion, hope, healing, and forgiveness are available. You can learn more about this from a person who was a director of Planned Parenthood, her name is Abby Johnson Abby Johnson will be the Keynote speaker at the 43rd Respect Life Convention being held on Sunday, October 13 at the St. Charles Convention Center featuring Mass with Bishop Rivituso and keynote speaker Abby Johnson, national pro-life advocate and author! Annual Life Chain, October 6 (Sunday) 2 to 3 PM, will be held at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, all are welcome! Birthright of Hillsboro will hold their dinner /auction fundraiser in November at the Civic Center in Hillsboro. More details will follow. 40 Days for Life starts on September 25th and will run through November 3rd. This is a time to pursue peaceful solutions to the violence of abortion. There will be signups to pray for an hour at home, church, or at Planned Parenthood. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, October 2nd at 7:00PM. All ae welcome.
INFORMATIONAL MEETING with Sr. Maureen Martin, ASCJ
Wednesday, October 2, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m OR
Monday, October 7, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
Parents of toddlers and preschool-age children, Grandparents and everyone interested in this program for families are invited.
FAITH recognizes parents as the First Teachers of
our faith. With personal home visits f rom a trained faith facilitator,
FAITH supports parents in fostering their toddler’s knowledge, experience and love
for Jesus, from Baptism through the preschool years.
Curious about what the FAITH program
might offer your children? Thinking about serving as a
faith facilitator (home visitor)?
Please come! We’d love to tell you more!
LITURGICAL MINISTERS’ WORKSHOPS
IN NOVEMBER
WATCH FOR
THE DATE AND TIMES
IN THE BULLETIN
BRING UP A
CHILD IN THE WAY
OF THE LORD
GOD LINKS US TOGETHER WITH LOVE.
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UPDATE Page 7 Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Oct 1
9am Adoration
9am Quilting
9am Sandwich
Shoppe II
9am TOPS
9am Walking/PAC
4:30pm Volleyball
7pm ACTS
Pentecost
7pm SVDP Mtg
7:30pm Youth Mtg
2
9am Adoration
9:30am Cornerstone
9:30am Tai Chi
12:30pm Pickleball
5:30pm Childen's
Choir
6:30pm FAITH Alive
Mtg
6:30pm PSR
7pm ProLife
7:15pm Traditional
Choir
8pm Youth Prayer
Grp
9pm Men's Basketball
3
9am Walking/PAC
10:30am Zumba
4pm Adoration
4:30pm Volleyball
5pm Yoga
6:30pm subdiv. mtg
7pm Contemporary
Choir
7pm Liturgy Mtg
7pm Surviving
Divorce
7:15pm Prayer Grp
4
6:30pm Pickleball
5
9am Volleyball
9am Contemplative
Prayer Grp
3:30pm Confession
5:30pm Mouse
Races
5:30pm bridge bread
5:30pm Jonah Team
6
Respect Life
Sunday
9am Jonah Team
9am bridge bread
9am Children's
Choir
9am Family Mass
10am Flu Clinic
11am Confirmation
Candidates
6:30pm Volleyball
7
9:05am AA Grp
1 2:15pm &
6:30pm Pickleball
6pm GriefShare
6:30pm FAITH
Alive Mtg
6:30pm PSR
7pm Men's Prayer
Grp
8
8:30am Meat Slicing
(for SS III)
9am Adoration
9am Quilting
9am TOPS
9am Walking/PAC
3:15pm Contemplativ
e core team
4:30pm Volleyball
6:30pm Sandwich
Shoppe III
7pm Women Sharing
Faith
7pm Jubilee Comm
7pm Health Ministry
7:30pm Adult
Volunteers (Youth )
9
9am Adoration
9:30am Cornerstone
9:30am Tai Chi
12:30pm Pickleball
6:30pm Young
Women's Prayer Grp
6:30pm PSR
7pm ACTS Core
7:15pm Traditional
Choir
8pm Youth Prayer Grp
9pm Men's Basketball
10
9am Walking/PAC
10:30am Zumba
12pm Sensational Srs
Meeting/Lunch
4pm Adoration
4:30pm Volleyball
5pm Yoga
7pm Contemporary
Choir
7pm Surviving
Divorce
7:15pm Prayer Grp
11
6:30pm Pickleball
12
9am Contemplative
Day of Prayer
9am Volleyball
3:30pm Confessions
5:30pm Blood
Pressure Screening
13
9am Blood Pressure
Screenings
11am Confirmation
Candidates
4pm Pasta Dinner
6:30pm Volleyball
14
9:05am AA Group
12:30pm &
6:30pm Pickleball
1pm Meat Slicing
(for SS I)
6pm GriefShare
6:30pm PSR
7pm Men's Prayer
Group
15
9am Adoration
9am Quilting
9am Sandwich
Shoppe I
9am TOPS
9am Walking/PAC
6pm Spiritual Gifts
Inventory
16
9am Adoration
9:30am Cornerstone
9:30am Tai Chi
12:30pm Stitching
12:30pm Pickleball
4:30pm Volleyball
6:30pm PSR
7:15pm Traditional
Choir
8pm Youth Prayer Grp
9pm Men's Basketball
17
9am Walking/PAC
11am Crisis Nursery
10:30am Zumba
4pm Adoration
4:30pm Volleyball
5pm Yoga
7pm Cont. Choir
7pm ACTS Team
7pm Surviving
Divorce
7:15pm Prayer Grp
18
11:30am Friday
Friends
4pm Bunco
19
Breast Cancer
Awareness Table
9am Volleyball
9am RCIA workshop
9am Contemplative
Prayer Grp
3:30pm Confessions
5:30pm Trunk or
Treat
20
Breast Cancer
Awareness Table
World Mission
Sunday
11am Confirmation
Candidates
12pm UPDATE
Due
7pm Youth Group
rec nite
21
9:05am AA Group
2:30pm
Archdiocesan
Clinic
6pm GriefShare
6:30pm Pickleball
6:30pm Licing
Rosary at PSR
6:30pm PSR
7pm Christian
Service
7pm Men's Prayer
Grp
22
9am Adoration
9am Quilting
9am TOPS
9am Walking/PAC
6pm Spiritual Gifts
Inventory (pt 2)
23
9am Adoration
9:30am Cornerstone
9:30am Tai Chi
12:30pm Pickleball
4:30pm Volleyball
6:30pm Young
Women's Prayer Grp
6:30pm Living Rosary
at PSR
6:30pm PSR
7:15pm Traditional
Choir
8pm Youth Prayer Grp
9pm Men's Basketball
24
9am Walking/PAC
10:30am Zumba
4pm Adoration
4:30pm Volleyball
5pm Yoga
7pm Contemporary
Choir
7pm Parish Council
7pm Surviving
Divorce
7:15pm Prayer Group
25
6:30pm Pickleball
26
Rock Church Food
Collection Weekend -
vestibule
8:30am ACTS Get-
together
9:30am "Coffee &
Talk" about Breast
Cancer
3:30pm Confessions
5:30pm SNL at
MMOC
27
Rock Church Food
Collection Weekend
11am Confirmation
Candidates
6:30pm Volleyball
28
9am Sensational
Srs Planning
Meeting
9:05am AA Group
12:30pm 6:30pm
Pickleball
6pm GriefShare
6:30pm PSR
7pm Men's Prayer
Grp
29
9am Adoration
9am Quilting
9am TOPS
9am Walking/PAC
4:30pm Volleyball
7pm Subdivision Mtg
(Oakwood Forest)
30
9am Adoration
9:30am Cornerstone
9:30am Tai Chi
12:30pm Pickleball
6:30pm PSR
7:15pm Traditional
Choir
8pm Youth Prayer Grp
9pm Men's Basketball
31
9am Walking/PAC
10:30am Zumba
4pm Adoration
4:30pm Volleyball
5pm Yoga
7pm Contemporary
Choir
7pm Surviving
Divorce
7:15pm Prayer Group
OCTOBER 2019
For more details: go to www.marymother.org/calendar-1
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UPDATE Page 8
NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. Postage PAID St. Louis, MO Permit No. 458
Mary Mother of the Church 5901 Kerth Road St. Louis, MO 63128
Bunco Friday, October 18, 2019 Monsignor Reilly Center
The theme is Luck of the Irish
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $15 plus
please bring a snack to share.
Questions: PAT ECHELMEYER at 314-892-6782
BAPTISMS: Wyatt Robert Polys
MARRIAGES: Thomas J. Dapron, Jr & Marianne A. Aroca da Cruz
NEW PARISHIONERS: Christina Patakas & John Tinnin Ava Tinnin Kathi (Kat) Spears Brandon Pritchett
Audrey Pritchett Mary Ellen Hubbard ASC
FAREWELL: Keith/Nora Benack Michelle Frank Shelly Kurtz