November 20, 2016
St. Stephen Parish
27519 Monroe Rd. 533
Monroe City, MO 63456
Holy Rosary Rectory
735-4718
Pastor
Very Rev. Michael W. Penn, V.F.
Deacon Mike Long
Current and past bulletins
may be viewed at
St. Stephen's website: www.ststephencatholicchurch.org
Scripture Readings for November 27, 2016
First Sunday of Advent
Isaiah 2: 1-5: On that day, “they shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks” prophesied Isaiah. “One nation shall not raise the sword against another.” He went on: “Come, let us walk in the light of the Lord.”
Psalm 122: 1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9: "Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord."
Romans 13:11-14: Paul urged the Romans: “It is the hour now for you to awake from sleep. For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” Let us put on the “armor of light. Put on the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Matthew 24:37-44: Matthew’s Jesus said that the Son of Man will come at an hour no one can expect. Therefore, all people must stay awake, keep a watchful eye, and be prepared.
he English translation of the Psalm Response from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. 2) Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the diocese of the United States of America, copyright 1998, 1970, Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc. Washington, and DC. Used with permission. All rights reserved. No part of the Lectionary for Mass may be reproduced by any means without permission in writing from the copyright owner
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Prayer for Priests program: We are asked to include these priests in our daily prayer intentions:
Date Priest Assignment
11/20 Rev. Russell Judge Montgomery City, Jonesburg
11/21 Rev. Ronald Kreul, O.P. Minister to Priests
11/22 Rev. Robert Duesdieker Marshall, Sweet Springs
11/23 Rev. Msgr. David Cox Kirksville, Novinger
11/24 Rev. Msgr. Gregory Higley Hermann, Rhineland
11/25 Rev. Paul Hartley Vandalia, Laddonia
11/26 Rev. David Means Chamois, Morrison
~ PARISH NEWS ~
· Choir practice for Sunday, November 27th will be held Tuesday, November 22nd at 6:30 PM.
· The next Pastoral Council meeting will be Wednesday, January 25that7:00 PM in the gym.
· The next KC meeting will be Thursday, December 8th at 7:00 PM.
· The next Finance Committee meeting will be Thursday, February 9th at 7:00 PM.
~ SCHOOL NEWS ~
· Thanksgiving Masswith the students will be held onWednesday, November 23rd, at8:20. The sixth grade students will lead the celebration. Eucharistic ministers are Sonja Greeves, Howard Willard, Linda Willard and JoAnne Franklin.
· Classes will be dismissedonWednesday, November 23rd, at11:30for the Thanksgiving Celebration. There will be no bus service that day.
· NO BUS SERVICE NEXT WEEK as RI schools are not in session.
· Basketball games: Monday, November 21st HOME vs. S. Shelby, 5:30; Tuesday, November 22nd AT Marion County, 6:00.
SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR VICTIMS OF
HURRICANE MATTHEW NEXT SUNDAY
We have all seen reports of the massive destruction caused by Hurricane Matthew. Our US bishops are asking Catholics to help in the recovery efforts. Money collected will go to support the response of Catholic Charities in the affected areas of Georgia and the Carolinas. Catholic Relief Services will receive funds for their work in Haiti and Jamaica. A portion will also go to the reconstruction of Church property destroyed by the hurricane. Please make your checks payable to the parish and write “Hurricane Matthew” on the memo line. If you prefer to make a donation specifically for either the domestic or the international response, you can contribute online to Catholic Charities at catholiccharitiesusa.org or Catholic Relief Services at www.crs.org Thank you for your help!
NEXT WEEK’S DAILY MASS SCHEDULE AT
HOLY ROSARY
Day Time Intention
Mon. Scripture Service 7:30 AM Leader-Marie Little
Tues. Mass @ The Manor 9:30 AM Purgatorial Society
Wed. Student Liturgy 8:20 AM Howard & Anna Moss
Thurs. Thanksgiving 7:30 AM Liv.+ Dec'd Dan & Maggie
Lillis family
Fri. NO MASS
Sat. Holy Rosary 5:30 PM Don & Liz Gander
Sun. St. Stephen 8:00 AM Families of St. Stephen &
Holy Rosary
Holy Rosary 9:30 AM Marjorie DeLaporte
RECONCILIATION
Ordinary Reconciliation Schedule:
Saturday 4:30 – 5:00 PM at Holy Rosary
Sunday 7:30–7:55 AM at St. Stephen
(Or by appointment. Call Holy Rosary Rectory at 735-4718)
November 13th Offertory ~ $1,382.35
Archdiocese of Military Service ~ $10.00
~ FROM THE PASTOR'S DESK ~
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
The Christian is misunderstood in the world. In fact, all God’s people throughout all of history have been challenged and persecuted in their struggle to fulfill the Father’s Will in their lives. This misunderstanding and persecution stem from the reality that God’s ways are not the ways of the world. It is only in Him, and not in the world that “…all things exist…all things are held together.”
Jesus and His life among us were no different. In His Coming among us to proclaim the Kingdom, He suffered much persecution and misunderstanding. Jesus’ crucifixion was misinterpreted as a horrible end suffered by an enemy of the state. However, the crucifixion was Jesus was His ultimate moment of glory for through the eyes of faith and the reality of the Divine Plan; Jesus’ crucifixion was not a humiliating defeat but the revelation of His reigning from His royal throne of victory.
How do we persevere in our living out the Christian life and how do we fulfill the plan of God in our lives? Do we fold under pressure? Do we choose only those things that are easy? The life of a subject of Christ the King’s is not meant to be easy if we desire to share the eternal victory with Him in heaven. We must be ready and willing to suffer as our King suffered and to die as our King died in order to live with Him in His Kingdom. May we live always as faithful subjects of our King, recognizing that it is not the ways of the world that gives life and hope but through living out our lives as Jesus did: focused on fulfilling the will of the Father.
I wish to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of you a very Happy Thanksgiving Day. We have much to be grateful for. Let us be mindful, and especially on this Thanksgiving Day, that everything we have is a gift from God and we should be grateful for all of the graces and blessings He has bestowed upon us. Mass on Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated at Holy Rosary at 7:30 a.m. In observation of the Thanksgiving Day holiday, the Parish Office will be closed this Thursday and Friday. There will be no morning Mass this Friday.
I wish to express my gratitude to those of the parishes of Holy Rosary and St. Stephen for the planning of preparation for this past week’s Parish Mission and the receptions. I am especially grateful to the members of the Holy Rosary Parish Stewardship Committee for coordinating this event. I also am appreciative to those of you who expressed a warm welcome to Fr. Gielow during his stay. This was a wonderful Parish Mission. May each of us continue to grow in our relationship with God and with each other.
~ LIVE NATIVITY SCENE DECEMBER 17TH ~
The Monroe City Christian Church will once again be sponsoring the Live Nativity Scene on the evening ofSaturday, Dec. 17, 2016. Any adult or youth who is interested in participating should contact Deacon Mike at 735-4718 byNovember 30th
~ PLEASE KEEP IN PRAYER ~
Troy Ritter, Jim Hunt, Jeremy Smith, Alfred Timbrook,
Rosemary Evans, Sue Gilbert, Jerry Botkins,
Deanna Buckman, Dave Painter, Natalee Amos,
Kyndal Underwood, Kimberly Spalding, Nick Hays,
Anna Pennewell, Charlie Taylor, Henry Hogan,
Sarah Deien, Audrey Deien
For all who are ill, especially those who are awaiting surgery or seriously ill, and for their care-takers,
we pray to the Lord.
If a family member is ill, injured or disabled please call and let us know so that we may put them on our sick list for prayers. We don’t know unless you call, and we cannot put a name on the sick list without your permission. Names will remain in the bulletin for two weeks, unless otherwise notified. The power of prayer is very strong and healing.
Sick, homebound or nursing home? If you hear of or know of someone who falls into these categories please have an immediate family member contact us at Holy Rosary's rectory office, 735-4718, so we can minister to their spiritual needs
~ HOLY ROSARY PSR CLASSES ~
Grade School – November 23rd – No Class
7th – 10th Grade – November 27th – No Class
~ ST. STEPHEN CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP APPEAL ~
The Catholic Stewardship Appeal offers the people of God in the Diocese of Jefferson City an opportunity to respond to God’s call to share our gifts with those most in need. You further God’s mission by participating in the Catholic Stewardship Appeal and making a gift to support the work of the diocesan church. If you have already responded, thank you for whatever gift you have given. If you are still thinking about it, please consider making a pledge today. We count on your prayerful and financial support to help meet the various needs of parishes, missions and schools in the diocese. So far, Saint Stephen Parish, Indian Creek has raised $7,220 of your parish goal of $6,500, with a total of 31 parishioners participating. Thank you to all who have donated!
~ D OF I NEWS ~
The D of I Christmas Party will be held Thursday, December 1st at 6:00 PM. This is our annual carry-in followed by a fun filled evening of games.Desserts provided by the social committee: Linda Willard, Chair;Charlotte Schneider, Delores Wilson, Cathy Tonsor, and Bette Hays. In lieu of a Christmas gift exchange, this year we will be contributing gifts to the Christmas is Caring Campaign. Tags are available from Rose McNally. Please bring your gift unwrapped with the tag attached. As always, we will have our Christmas boot available to collect funds with the proceeds going towards school tuition. Lastly, we will also be collecting small items to be placed in gift bags for our shut-in and nursing home members. Thank you, D of I members, for your generous support of all our special Christmas activities.
~ MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE T-SHIRTS ~
The Monroe City Ministerial Alliance is selling T-Shirts and sweat shirts to help show Christian unity here in Monroe City. Shirts can be purchased at Holy Rosary's rectory.
~ FOOD BANK ~
The Monroe City Food Bank is looking for volunteers to help unload the truck on the third Thursday of each month between 3:00-4:00 PM. They are also looking for volunteers to help distribute food on the third Friday of each month anytime between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. If you would like to volunteer or have any questions please call Jina McClintic at 573-248-6750. The November Food Bank will be held Friday, November 18th from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.
~ ADORATION CHAPEL HOURS ~
As you contemplate your Stewardship Time and Talent, please consider an hour, full time or sub, at the Adoration Chapel:
Adoration Chapel Hours available: Sunday 1-2 PM, 4-5 PM, 6-7 PM; Monday 10-11 AM; Tuesday 3-4 AM, 7-8 AM, 5-6 PM; Saturday 5-6 AM, 7-8 AM, noon-1 PM;3-4 PM
If you know of someone who might would take an hour or
substitute, please show them these available hours.Call: Phyllis Campbell -573-795-2290.
~ CHRISTMAS IS CARING ~
The Holy Rosary Christmas Outreach is working with the Monroe City Hometown Volunteers Christmas is Caring this year to help provide Christmas to members of the Monroe City Community who are in need. The collection process for Holy Rosary will be the same as in years past. All donations will be distributed through the Hometown Volunteers to members of our own community. Boxes will be placed at each entrance of church for donations. There will also be tags at each entrance with items needed. We put out tags as applications are received. Sometimes these applications are a little late. We will try to keep each church supplied with tags. Each child receives an outfit, new under clothes and 2-3 toys. Other donated toys, clothes, etc. are also appreciated. If you are making a monetary donation, please make the check out to Monroe City Hometown Volunteers. Monetary donations can be dropped in the collection basket and marked “Christmas is Caring”. They can also be mailed or dropped by with the Holy Rosary Representative for Hometown volunteers, Shannon Quinn at 622 James Lane. If you know of a family in need, applications can be picked up at City Hall. Collection will continue until December 10th with distribution on December 17nd. Please join with us in helping to provide a nice Christmas for members of our community. For more information you may call Shannon Quinn at 573-289-6894 or Lisa Shively at 573-735-2301.
*Liturgy Appointments
November 20 – Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Rosary Lynn Ogle
Greeter Don & Kay Hays
Music Sr. Sue Walker, Floyd Buckman
Song Leader Kathy Anderson
Servers Alexis Lloyd & Ella Hays
Lector Laura Mulvaney
Offertory Maureen Lemongelli
Communion Ministers Lee Anderson, Deanna Buckman, Rose McNally,