Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time 11 September 2016 St. Boniface Catholic Church 110 North Buchanan Street Edwardsville, Illinois 62025 Ring- 618.656.6450
Most Reverend Thomas John Paprocki Bishop, Diocese of Springfield, IL
Very Reverend Jeffrey Goeckner, VF Pastor, Dean of the Alton Deanery President, Father McGivney Catholic High School
Reverend Paul Habing Ministerio Español
Deacon Daniel Corbett Permanent Deacon/Tribunal Advocate
Mrs. Robin Black-Rubenstein Pastoral Associate
Mrs. Linda Daniels, Mrs. Benna Denue, Mr. Jack Hake, Mr. Kurt Hylla, Mr. Martin Morrissey, Mrs. Sue Papajcik Pastor’s Cabinet Above: Student body 5 years ago. Sister Anna Flanigan, OSF Principal, St. Boniface School Mr. Mike Scholz Below: Student body today. Principal, Father McGivney Catholic High School PARISH STAFF
Mrs. Benna Denue Parish Office Manager and Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Robin Hake Business Manager
Mrs. Cindy Zurliene Assistant Business Manager
Mr. Michael Joslyn Parish Campus Maintenance Manager
Mr. Ryan Hentz Parish Campus Maintenance Assistant
Mr. Bill Doerr Parish Campus Maintenance Assistant
Mr. Eddie Sjursen Parish Campus Night Security
Sister Kathleen Ann Mourisse, OSF Director of RCIA/RCIC
Mr. Tom Ohren Visitation Minister Coordinator
Miss Jill Griffin Director of Worship & Music
Dr. Marc Schapman Assistant Choir Director
Mrs. Barb Stamer Parish School of Religion Coordinator
Mr. Jeremey Kovarik Youth Minister Coordinator
Mr. John Lednicky Tech Specialist
Mrs. Judy Frank & Mrs. Jo Niebur Receptionists
Mrs. Linda Daniels Tribunal Advocate
Mrs. Sue Papajcik Safe Environment & Volunteer Coordinator
Mr. Marcelo Nieto Coordinador de la comunidad Español A St. Boniface Weekly Publication
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Issue 408 ~ September 11, 2016
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Weekly Liturgy Schedule Upcoming Baptism Class Saturday Vigil —4:15 p.m. Sunday —8:15, 10:15 a.m. & 5:15 p.m. Monday, September 12 Sunday —Misa en Español —12:15 p.m. In the Church Monday —5:45 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Tuesday —8:00 a.m. Wednesday —6:45 p.m. Contact the Parish Office at 656-6450 Thursday —8:00 a.m. and to register or for more information. 6:45 p.m. (bi-lingual Mass) Friday — 8:00 a.m. Go to st-boniface.com to print out a (Recitation of the Rosary —weekdays Baptism Information Sheet. 20 minutes before Mass) Click Sacraments and then Baptisms.
Sacrament of Penance Walk-Fit Wednesday —6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Upcoming Events Thursday —6:00 - 6:30 p.m. (bi-lingual) Walk-Fit continues to meet Saturday —3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Monday mornings from Red Mass or by appointment 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. at the Sunday, September 18, 2016, 10:15 a.m. Watershed Nature Center parking RAFFLE CALENDAR WINNERS lot until further notice. Party on the Plaza
August 29 —$40 Saturday, September 24, 2016 We will begin with a short prayer/ Bill Hercules —St. Charles, MO 5:15 - 8:30 p.m. reflection before our outdoor walk. BBQ, music, fun, fellowship August 30 —$40 Inclement weather cancels the walk. James & Kayla Cowell* — Parish Auction Edwardsville , IL Other Community Events Saturday, October 15, 2016 August 31 —$40 Carol & Ralph Osterman — St. Cecilia’s Annual Community Edwardsville, IL Chicken Dinner and Fall Festival August Work of Mercy
September 1 —$40 September 18, 2016 Comfort the troubled and Keith & Kim Bridges —Glen Carbon, IL Dinner served Noon-5:00 p.m. distressed
September 2 —$40 Beer Garden * DJ * Raffle * Face Angie & Anil Kurian —Culver City , CA Painting * Games * Bounce House
September 3 —$40 155 N. Main, Glen Carbon, IL Martha Bezan —Maryville , IL ~ ~ ~ ~
September 4 —$40 A monthly Military Mass will be held Donna Sirko —Edwardsville , IL the third Wednesday of every month at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in * Denotes Bonus Entry winner Alton at 6:00 p.m. The next Mass will be Wednesday, September 21. Also, Office Hours September is Suicide Awareness month. Congratulations to Monday —Friday Statistics show suicide is a real concern 7:30 am-4:00 pm among Veterans. The Military Prayer Sue Nelson and Ministry will have a Holy Hour for this Joe Helms intention at Sts. Peter & Paul on who were married Sunday, September 11, after the 10:00 a.m. Mass until 12:00 p.m. Please join here last Friday. us to pray for our Military service May God bless you! members and their families.
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Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time The message of forgiveness echoes throughout our Scripture passages today. Although God’s mercy is not always apparent in the Hebrew Scriptures, it is revealed to all with the arrival of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Salvation is for all who The ACSA Formula: How our goal is calculated seek it. Our parish goal will support the operations of the diocese for the fiscal year 2016-17. Our parish goal is based on the information provided in GO GREEN Weekend Electronic Giving ~ First of all, the our Annual Parish Financial Report for the fiscal year 2015-16. The percentage used to determine our parish goal is 11.5% . The goal is STB Stewardship Council would like to once again encourage all based on a formula recommend by the Presbyteral Council and the of you to GO Green by enrolling in St. Boniface’s Electronic Diocesan Finance Council and approved by Bishop Paprocki. Our Giving system for your contributions to the church. Electronic parish’s goal is $133,000. giving saves time, money and the environment, yet only about The STB Finance Council and myself encourages everyone to make a 10% of STB parishioners avail them to this system. That’s sacrificial pledge/contribution to the annual appeal in order to meet compared to 80% of U. S. households who bank online and use our goal. As for my donation, I am contributing $650.00 toward the other forms of online bill paying. If you have the need to still annual appeal in gratitude for the services provided to me as a drop something in the collection basket, NO PROBLEM! Just diocesan priest and as a pastor. Fr. Jeff Goeckner grab a reusable card from the back of the lobby on the cabinets — that reads “I give electronically” and drop it in the basket each Meet Jeremey Kovarik STB Youth week. Online giving is highly flexible and your contributions Minister ~ Jeremy Kovarik is an English can be changed with the click of a mouse. This helps if you teacher at Father McGivney Catholic High happen to be on a variable income or want to continue to School. In addition to teaching, Jeremy also support special collections like Christmas and Easter. Going coaches Scholar Bowl and serves as adviser green also helps the church by reducing the purchase and for Yearbook and the Celtic Crew spirit mailing of envelopes and reduces the administrative burden on club. Jeremy was born and raised in our staff and volunteers. Thank you for consideration. Waterloo, Illinois, and graduated from Gibault Catholic High Finance Council ~ The Parish Finance Council will meet on School in 2011. Following graduation, Jeremy attended Saint Wednesday, September 14 @ 7:15 PM in the Bona Lounge of Louis University where he studied Secondary Education and the Parish Office. English. During his time at SLU, Jeremy was a member of the Club Swim Team and served as Vice President of the school RCIA/RCIC ~ The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for spirit committee. During his free time, Jeremy enjoys reading, Adults) - RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) process for those who are interested in learning more about the writing, watching sports (Go Cardinals!) and spending time Catholic faith begins September 12 @ 6:30 PM in the Acorn with friends and family. Jeremy is exited to serve the St. Room of the Lower Level. If you know of someone who is Boniface community. interested in becoming Catholic, encourage them to contact the Red Mass ~ Next Sunday, September 18 @ 10:15 AM Parish Parish Office for more information. Mass, the second annual Red Mass will be celebrated with Bishop Paprocki and men and women in the legal profession. Answering the call to heroic White Mass ~ The Diocesan White Mass will be held on Catholic Manhood Saturday, October 15 @ 4:00 PM at the Cathedral of the a workshop for men Immaculate Conception in Springfield. Anyone who is There is a crisis facing men in the Church today and an absence of good involved in a healing ministry is welcome to attend. mentors for our boys. But with Grace and formation, you can help turn the tide. Come on your own or with other men to learn the essentials of mentorship and how to take it to the next level. Party on the Plaza Saturday, September 24 Topics The crisis of manhood and crisis of faith After the 4:15 PM Mass Why the brotherhood of men's groups renews a parish Come out and enjoy a beautiful fall Recovering the lost art of mentoring evening on the Plaza. Sign up sheets Why loving God as Father is essential to Christianity are in the Main Lobby. The parish will provide BBQ, chips,
Details veggies, cookies and water. BYOB. Bring your own dishes Saturday, September 17, 2016 to share with your family and friends. Bring lawn chairs and St. Boniface Catholic Church —Oak Room games for the kids. Corn hole toss and washer toss games 9 AM —4 PM (lunch included) provided by STB Frequent Flyers. Music starts at 6:00 PM. RSVP: [email protected] All are welcome EVEN if you do not attend 4:15 Mass. Register at www.dio.org/familyl ife/events Help is needed and appreciated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday
Presented by the Diocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life morning to set up for the party. Thank you. C A L E N D A R 4 September-October 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Youth Ministry RCIA 6:30 p.m. Martha & Mary Lectio Divina Lectio Divina Catholic Mtg. 6:30 p.m. (AR) Group 8:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. (BL); 9:00 a.m. (AR) Manhood (AR) (AR); Nia 8:13 a.m. Workshop 9:00 Handbell (OR); a.m. (OR, AR) Liturgy This Week Practice 6:30 Quilters September 12-18 p.m. (CH) 8:30 a.m. (EV); PSR 6:30 p.m.; Monday @ 5:45 p.m. ~ Chapel Adult Choir Weekday in Ordinary Time 7:00 p.m. (CH); StVdePaul Mtg. Communion Service
7:00 p.m. (PO); Tuesday @ 8:00 a.m. ~ Chapel Finance Council 7:15 p.m. (BL) St. John Chrysostom Craig Durkee 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Wednesday @ 6:45 p.m. ~ Chapel Red Mass RCIA 6:30 p.m. Martha & Mary Lectio Divina Theology Gabriel/ 10:15 a.m. (AR) Group 8:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. (BL); Uncorcked Krumeich The Exaltation of the Holy Cross (AR); Nia 8:13 a.m. 6:30 p.m. (AR) Wedding Special Intention Handbell (OR); Practice 6:30 Quilters Thursday p.m. (CH) 8:30 a.m. (EV); Our Lady of Sorrows PSR 6:30 p.m.; Party on the 8:00 a.m. Church ~ Steil yn Martin Adult Choir Plaza 5:15 6:45 p.m. Chapel ~ Special Intention 7:00 p.m. (CH) p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. ~ Chapel 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 Saints Cornelius and Cyprian Secular RCIA 6:30 p.m. Martha & Mary Lectio Divina Planning Keil/Litteken Communion Service Franciscans (AR); Group 8:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. (BL); Commission Wedding; Formation Stewardship (AR); Nia 8:13 a.m. Mtg. 6:30 p.m. Secular Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary (OR); Mtg. 3:00 p.m. Mtg. 7:00 p.m. Adult Faith (PO); Franciscans Time ~ Church (AR); (PO) Formation 6:30 Quilters Circle of Fellowship Youth p.m. (AR); 8:30 a.m. (EV); Moms 7:00 5:30 p.m. (AR) 4:15 p.m. Vigil Ministry 6:30 Handbell Practice PSR 6:30 p.m.; p.m. (OR) Bob McLean, Sr. p.m. 6:30 p.m. (CH) Adult Choir 7:00 p.m. (CH); Sunday ~ Church StVdePaul Mtg. 8:15 a.m. 7:00 p.m. (PO) Vincent Beck 10:15 a.m. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Kevin Burns RCIA 6:30 p.m. Martha & Mary Lectio Divina AFF 8:45 a.m. Lectio Divina 12:15 p.m. Misa en Español ~ (AR); Group 8:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. (BL); (AR) 9:00 a.m. (AR) Baptism Class (AR); Nia 8:13 a.m. la Capilla 7:00 p.m. (CH) Grief Support (OR); St. Boniface Parishioners 8:45 a.m. (OR); Quilters 5:15 p.m. Pastoral Council 8:30 a.m. (EV); Jordan Dupy Mtg. 6:30 p.m. PSR 6:30 p.m.; (PO); Adult Choir Handbell 7:00 p.m. (CH) Practice 6:30 Need Assistance? Dial 2-1-1 p.m. (CH) or 1-800-427-4626 AR —Acorn Room / BL —Bona Lounge / CA —Chapel / CH —Church / OR —Oak Room / PO —Parish Office / S —School United Way 2-1-1 is your 24/7 connection for resources and CREDO 102 - Living the Laws of Love agencies near you.
Finding help used to be a frustrating Thursday, October 13, 2016, 7:00 p.m. ~ Sunday, November 20, 2016, 1:30 p.m. ordeal-flipping through phone books and calling multiple numbers; wrong Tuesday, January 24, 2017, 7:00 p.m. ~ Thursday, February 16, 2017, 7:00 p.m. turns; dead ends; wasted time. Now one phone number, 2-1-1, can Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 7:00 p.m. reduce those headaches and get you connected to the resources you need. All parents of children receiving the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation at Can’t connect? St. Boniface are required to attend one of these sessions. All parents of students at St. Dial 800-427-4626 Boniface a nd Fr. McGivney High School are encouraged to attend. All parishioners are invited to attend. All sessions will be held in the Oak Room of the Lower Level. www.211helps.org
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Dear Parishioners, Parish School of Religion
Grandparents’ Day is scheduled PSR Schedule for Friday, October 14. We will Saint Boniface September 14 Class 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Parish School begin the celebration with Mass at September 21 Class 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. (Pre-K —8) 10:30 a.m. Reservation forms will 128 North Buchanan September 28 Class 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Edwardsville, IL 62025 be sent home at a later time. Phone-618.656.6917 We have 265 children registered in our PSR Program. Wow! FAX-618.692.8385 St. Boniface School seeks certified [email protected] teachers to substitute this school Father McGivney Catholic High School year. An application can be found at www.st-boniface.com or 7190 Bouse Rd. ~ Glen Carbon, IL 62034 the school office. phone: 618-855-9010 ~ fax: 618-855-9011 Reading Buddies will begin the week of September 19. email: [email protected] Volunteers are asked to stop by the school office to sign in and complete a new volunteer application. Father McGivney Catholic High School has two of it's biggest fundraisers right around the corner! The Fr. McGivney Fall Students, grades 1 – 8, will participate in Iowa Assessments Golf Classic is Sunday, October 2, at Stonewolf Golf Club in during the week of September 12-16. Fairview Heights. The FUN will kick off with a Mass at 7 AM, followed by a shot-gun start and will finish up with a luncheon ALL parents with children who will be participating in and silent auction. The cost is $100 per golfer and will include basketball (grades 4 – 8) are asked to attend the annual greens fees, cart, breakfast, lunch, drinks and prizes. There is a athletic meeting on Thursday, September 22, 6:30 p.m. lunch/auction only ticket available for purchase for $20. Lunch in the gym . Information about the basketball season will be will begin at approximately 1:30 PM. shared, fees can be paid, paperwork can be submitted and the The second event is the Fr. McGivney Halloween 5K Run/ work schedule will be available for sign-up. Walk on Saturday, October 29, at Father McGivney Catholic High School. The run/walk will begin at 8 AM. Parents are Mr. Nathan Kreke has assumed the responsibilities of athletic welcome to leave their kiddos at the school to participate in a director. Mr. James Perulfi will serve as assistant athletic Halloween Party with snacks, crafts, games, trick-or-treating and director. Thank you to both of these individuals for their more! The cost is $20/runner before October 14 and will go up willingness to serve in these capacities. Thanks also to Mr. to $25 after. Jeff Oller for his service these past five years. He has accepted other responsibilities that do not allow him to Registration forms and sponsorship forms can be found on our continue as athletic director. Mr. Oller has do ne an website: http://mcgivneygriffins.com/development/fundraising- OUTSTANDING job to advance our athletic program. events/. If you have any questions, please feel free to c all the Development Office at (618) 855-9010 or email Seventh grade parents are asked to attend a Space Camp at [email protected]. We hope to see you all meeting following the athletic meeting on Thursday, there! September 22, approximately 7:15 p.m., in Mrs. Anschutz’s Employment Opportunity room. Details of the upcoming trip will be distributed. Part-time Custodian: Hours are 5:00 - 9:00 p.m., M-F, with Peace & All Good, Sr. Anna the potential to vary depending on school activities/events.
Substitute Teacher: We need to line up several substitute Is your child receiving the Sacrament of First Communion teachers for the upcoming school year. or Confirmation this school year? All interested parties, please email your resume to our principal, ALL parents MUST attend one of the following Credo 102 Mike Scholz at [email protected] or mail in your sessions listed below. Al l meetings will be held in the Oak resume to address above, Attn: Mike Scholz. Room (lower level of the church). All other parishioners are also welcome and encouraged to attend. Our theme this year NOTICE is Living the Laws of Love. St. Boniface School and Preschool admits students of any race, color, sex or national and ethnic origin to all the rights, Thursday, October 13, 2016 —7:00 p.m. privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made Sunday, November 20, 2016 —1:30 p.m. available to students at the school. It does not discriminate Tuesday, January 24, 2017 —7:00 p.m. on the basis of race, color, sex, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions Thursday, February 16, 2017 —7:00 p.m. policies, scholarships and loan programs, and athletic and Wednesday, February 22, 2017 —7:00 p.m. school administered programs.
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MINISTRY MINUTES
USCCB Meditation on Mercy for September 2016 While searching for some information on Holy Doors, I discovered that our USCCB has been writing monthly meditations for the Year of Mercy. Here is the one for September 2016. "Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, 'The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.'" (Mt 9:35-38) It is a sad fact that we often become immune to the plight of the suffering. We pass those begging on street corners, step around people who are homeless and lying on the sidewalk, or ignore the look of hunger in the eyes of children. Sometimes we think, "Someone else will take care of them," or, "What can my five dollars do to change their situation," or even, "They should just go and get a job." In this passage that we read today, Jesus shows us in actions and words that it is not someone else's responsibility but ours. As Jesus was passing through towns, he would see those who were sick and, moved with pity, stop to cure them. In Misericordiae Vultus, Pope Francis recalls several of Jesus' acts of mercy (e.g., Mt 14:13-21; Mt 15:32-39; Lk 7:11-17). In all of these examples, Jesus acts out of compassion for those who are in distress. (MV, no. 8) . As Pope Francis explains, "What moved Jesus in all of these situations was nothing other than mercy, with which he read the hearts of those he encountered and responded to their deepest need". Not only should we follow Jesus' example in allowing our hearts to respond to the needs of others, but we should also listen to what Jesus calls us to: "The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest" (Mt 9:37-38). God calls on us to go out into our homes, workplaces, and communities and recognize his love and mercy working through others. God's harvest of mercy is rich and full; we must ask God to make us laborers in his field so that we can better recognize the love of God in others, especially in those we might normally walk past. This month, we celebrate a jubilee for workers and volunteers of mercy, something we all should strive to be. A contemporary example of someone who worked for mercy is Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who responded to God's call for laborers. In her caring actions for those in the slums of Calcutta, Mother Teresa put into practice the actions of Christ and the call He makes to us all to labor with Him. Our response to those who are suffering, like Mother Teresa's, should be one of love, compassion and mercy. Reflection Questions 1. In what way is God calling you to work as a laborer in His harvest? While Mother Teresa's life as a Missionary of Charity is an amazing example of acting with compassion toward others, her vocation is not for everyone. What is one thing you can do in your own community to respond to God's call? Consider becoming involved in one of your parish's outreach programs or a local service organization; approach this ministry with the same compassion Christ has for those He ministered to. 2. How can we pay better attention to those who are suffering in our communities instead of ignoring them? What are some things you can do so that your heart is more open to be moved with compassion for those who are suffering? Think about it and pray about it! Deacon Dan
Information Night for those interested in RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Monday, September 12, 2016 - 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Acorn Room, Lower Level Presenter: Sr. Kathleen Ann
Theology Uncorked Speaker Series Author of How Big is Your God?, The Freedom to Experience the Divine, Just as you are: Opening Your Life to the Infinite Thursday, September 22, 2016 Love of God and his latest , Sacred Darkness: Encounter in 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Oak Room Divine Love in Life’s Darkest Place Internationally recognized scholar and author Call the Parish Office at 656-6450 to register. If you have Paul Coutinho . any questions, talk to Robin Black-Rubenstein at ext. 103, or email [email protected]. Doctorate Historical Theology SLU Cost is $15.00 and includes light snacks and beverages. Doctoral Studies in Psychology All Adults are Welcome!
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UPCOMING E VENTS SAVE THE DATE EWASTE R ECYCLING Saturday, September 10 @ 9:a.m. - Noon CARDS /C UBS G AME - M ONDAY , Bring anything with a cord and anything SEPT . 12, 7:15 P.M. @ B USCH metal. Sorry, CRT & console TVs CANNOT STADIUM be accepted. Come watch the St. Louis Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs while supporting the St. Boniface CARDS /C UBS G AME Choir. The Choir will sing 20 minutes before the game. Monday, September 12 @ 7:15 PM Discounted tickets of $20 ea. (actual ticket price $46) Only a few tickets remaining. Come hear the available after Masses, at the Parish Office & from choir St. Boniface Choir sing before the game. members. **BONUS: Buy a raffle ticket for your chance Tickets $20 each ($46 value). to win one of two on-field visits during batting practice before the game. TRIVIA N IGHT Saturday, September 17 @ 7:00 PM TRIVIA N IGHT - S ATURDAY , S EPT . 17 Trivia Night to benefit St. Boniface 7:00 P.M. @ E DWARDSVILLE KC H ALL Choir trip to Rome in 2017. $15/ person, maximum 10 people per table. Enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship at the St. Boniface Choir Trivia Night. $15/person, maximum ST. B ONIFACE S CHOOL C HORUS W/ G REAT R IVERS 10 people per table. 10 rounds of trivia, silent auction, 50/50 CHORAL S OCIETY C ONCERT raffle. Sign up now by calling the Parish Office or contacting “Bless the Beasts & the Children” a choir member. Doors open @ 6:00 p.m. Trivia begins @ St. Boniface Church 7:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the St. Boniface Choir trip to Sunday, October 23 @ 2:00 PM Rome in 2017. Come enjoy an afternoon of song as our school chorus joins with the St. Elizabeth Parish acclaimed Great Rivers Choral 2300 Pontoon Rd., Granite City, IL Society of Alton in St. Boniface Church. This is a free event. All are welcome. Announces their All-You-Can-Eat Broasted Chicken Dinner on Sunday, September 18, 2016; 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Dine in or carry out available. Drummer/Praise Team Leader Needed Menu includes broasted chicken, mashed Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish, Bethalto, is currently in potatoes and gravy, green beans, need of a Drummer and a Praise Team Leader for their applesauce, dessert, bread and iced tea or Youth Choir. If you can help, call Norm Frisch, 363-3020. coffee. Thanks! Price: Adults $10.00; Children (6-12) $5.00; Children 5 & under are free. Adult Faith Studies Please Pray for our Military Men & Women Bishop Robert Barron’s Seven Deadly Sins and Seven Lively Virtues . Dan Boone Adam Mitchell Major Eldridge Browne Michael Porter Bishop Barron shows us how to counteract the seven sinful Lars Engeberg Ricky Ricciardi patterns through a conscious process of opposition, which Brandon Effler Brian, Stephen and Peter are the ‘seven lively virtues.” The seven lively virtues offer Mark Federspiel Sambor antidotes to each sin and help set us on the right path to Ha Hatley Kyle & Jake Schaake healing and happiness. Nathan Henning Beth McBride Shockey Aaron Hines This is an 8-week series to meet on Tuesday nights from Abe Stroot Steve Jones 6:30 —8:00 p.m., September 27-November 29 (will not meet Sgt. Kevin Sullivan Kraig Kline Nickolas Varady on Oct. 4 or Nov. 1) or Thursday mornings 8:45 —10:15 Patrick Kohler Thomas Velez a.m., October 6 —December 1 (will not meet on Nov. 24). Andrew Kolakowski Adam Wendel Cost for the book is $15. Call the Parish Office at 656-6450 James Lavelle Andrew Wright to register. Please register A SAP so that enough books can Erin Long Evan Zeller be ordered. Nick McKenney
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Stewardship Weekly Financial Report
In the First Reading from the Book of Exodus, God speaks Collection 9/4/2016 to Moses. In the midst of revealing to Moses what the Envelope collection $13,635.00 Israelites have done and how they have violated His trust in them, the Lord says, “I see how stiff -necked this people is.” EFT Contributions $7,052.00 As is often the case in Holy Scripture, the term “stiff -necked” Mail/Loose Contributions $821.25 has a basis in agriculture, and one with which we may not be Angel Fund (STB/FMCHS) $275.00 familiar. Fundraisers - Farmers at that time used the term “stiff -necked” to describe CCIF $35.00 an ox or horse which did not respond to directions. When an animal like that would not move and resisted direction, the Grant - animal tended to stiffen and freeze, thus the term “stiff - Memorial - necked” for one who is stubborn and uncooperative. ACSA $65.00 God may consider us to be stiff-necked at times, might He Building Fund $1,062.00 not? In spite of the Lord’s appeals to us to trust Him and to follow Him, we sometimes stiffen and resist. Usually we do Stole Fees - that because following the Lord may prove uncomfortable Gift Shop $80.16 for us. God’s terms for us and His expectations of us may TOTAL INCOME $23,025.41 sometimes seem unreasonable and even impossible. Budgeted Income $25,000.00 Yet, that is the challenge of living stewardship as a way of life. It is not always easy, and it may put us in positions where we Overage/Shortage ($1,974.59) feel uncomfortable and even vulnerable. Moses pleads the case for his people to God and the Lord responds to Moses’ plea, his prayer, and Scripture tells us “So the Lord relented Diocesan Collections $180.00 in the punishment.” We do need to trust the Lord, and we do PEACE TO ALL WHO LOVE THE LORD need to pray to Him, as He will respond with love and mercy. IN SIMPLICITY OF HEART Robin Hake, Business Manager [email protected] Always Evergreen Gift Shop God is like oxygen. You can’t see Him, but you can’t live without Him!
~Arianda Achim Need a wedding gift? We have several Second Collection for Flood Victims in Louisiana wedding crosses and plaques to help celebrate the sacrament of matrimony. Recent severe weather has left as many as 60,000 homes Baptism gowns and gifts are also available. damaged, with nearly 20,000 people being rescued from the We have medals, rosary beads, crucifixes, floodwaters. More than 106,000 individuals and families have sought federal disaster aid. Immediate and long-term prayer cards, bibles, religious books, jewelry, wall hangings, greeting cards, journals, DVDs and much more. recovery needs place a tremendous burden on public and private resources. This is a burden we can help carry as the Hours: body of Christ. Faced with the loss of their worldly Monday —Friday 7:30 a.m. —4:00 p.m. possessions and, in some cases, economic livelihood, the floodwaters have left thousands of families feeling isolated Located in the Parish Office building. and fearful. Bishop Paprocki is asking all parishes in the diocese to take BONA-COUNTERS up a special second collection for the relief of our sisters and for Monday, September 12, 2016 brothers in Louisiana the weekend of September 10/11. Celeste Korte, Shirley Lanham Thank you for your generosity. and Mimi Hunter
Funeral Lunch Volunteers September 2016 ~ Committee #5 Team Leader Theresa Kohlmiller with Maureen Betts, Susan Coker, Lisa Gray, Chris Hessler, Barbara Klucker, Barb Leardi, Christy Simms, Teresa & Richard Townsend, Kathy Viox and Cindy Zurliene
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Knights of Columbus, Edwardsville Council 1143 The Knights are having a BBQ on Sunday, September 11, at the KC Hall, 7132 Marine Rd., Edwardsville. We are serving baby back ribs, pork steaks, chicken, pulled pork and brats from 11:30 a.m. —5:00 p.m. Dinners and sandwiches are available. Dinners come with two sides (potato salad, macaroni salad, baked beans, coleslaw and apple sauce) and sandwiches come with one. Eat in the hall or carry out. Free Lunch Friday Upcoming service dates are September 9 and September 30. St. Boniface Free Lunch Friday community outreach always welcomes new volunteers and monetary contributions. Contact Robin Black-Rubenstein at the parish office with any questions or to volunteer/donate.
Divorce Healing Program St. Mary’s Parish in Edwardsville is pleased to announce this exciting ministry to men and women who have suffered from divorce or separation (whether it was 10 days ago or 10 years ago). The Catholic’s DIVORCE SURVIVAL Guide is a 12 -week program beginning September 12 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish. Contact Lita Murphy at 618 -459-2101 or [email protected] to register.
LITURGICAL MINISTERS FOR NEXT WEEKEND —SEPTEMBER 17-18, 2016
Ministries Vigil —4:15 p.m. Sunday —8:15 a.m. Sunday —10:15 a.m. Sunday —5:15 p.m.
Jennifer Bauer Katie Hastings David Boduch Aaron Jatcko Becky Croft Doug Hastings Sondie Brammeier Colleen Lyerla Chris Durkee Joe Hines Pete Fitzgerald Peggy Pace Terry Frey Jan Jurkus Marilee Heinz Scott Pace
Ministers of Holy Mimi Hunter Shirley Lanham Steve Hyten Eleanor Stamer Communion Barb Leardi Jim McCracken Gary Ladd Barb Stamer John and Jenny Sanford Suelaine Matthews (sub req.) Tom Ohren Mary Metz Volunteer Needed 692-9815 Ed McCarthy Laura Ohren Jenny Sanford Lesley Roderick (sub req.) Ron Schmidt John Sanford Robin B. Rubenstein Tim Tosovsky Colleen Sweet Michael Watts (sub req.) Mary Wood Keith Sweet
Readers Katie Deakos Marilyn Schaecher Sister Kathleen Mourisse Scott Pace Barb Leardi Peter Deakos John Zieser Mike Baker Volunteer Needed 656-3917 Grace Deakos Michael Hines Emily Moore Taylor Schwab
Brian Jones Jim Caulk Dan Boner Diane Jacober Kevin Kretzer Doug Hastings Jane Case Hunter Klette Greg Stovall William Lanham Don Lange Dave Knetzer Ushers Keith Sutorius Bill Schwarz Jerry McNichols Randy Otrembiak David & Susie Knetzer James Trebing Volunteer Needed Bryce Renken Craig Riley 960-5677 Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Daniel Willis Albert Schug Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed Volunteer Needed
Altar Servers Luke Deakos Mark Luchtefeld Jack Brammeier Nikki Antonini Fr. Jeff Ethan Potthast Patty Wiemers Catie Nosacka John Hilker 656-6450 Anthony Weber Volunteer Needed Reagan Scheffel George Lautner
Sacristan Mary Westerhold Barb Leardi Diana McCracken Mary Westerhold Scott Pace 656-6536 Greeters Chris Durkee Mary Jo Schmidt Barbara Giardina Megan Anderson (sub req.) Nora Meyer Pat Niehaus Sheila Voss Kaye Grezlak Judy Veith 656-5248
Betsy Butler Hope Johnson Karen Brewster Janice Gallaher Scrip Sales Sue Deakos Angela Paul Dana Kerns Amy Hamann
Cantors Emily Amick Kristi Hyten Vince Schlueter Kinga Lozowski Jill Griffin Reese Pifer Ellie Hyten Cheryl Green Lindsey Bonk 610-6972
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STB FINANCE COUNCIL SACRAMENTS
Chris Amick, Pete Deakos, Chris Gelsinger, Robin Hake, Brian Jones, Celeste Baptisms ~ Please contact the Parish Office for registration information. Korte, Mark Luchtefeld & Randy Uebinger Prior to baptism, parents are required to attend a one-hour seminar. Parents may attend the seminar before their child is born. STB PASTORAL COUNCIL Robin Black-Rubenstein, Maria Carrion, Deacon Dan Corbett, Penance ~ Saturday 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Linda Daniels, Lacey Gelsinger, Rich Hahn, Jim Jatcko, Arthur Langston, Thursday (Bi-lingual) 6:00 —6:30 PM Or by appointment. Georgann Lautner, Jeff Litterst, Marisa Nieto, Clyde Nosser, Lauren Serfas, Communal services are celebrated during Advent and Lent.
Nathan Vuagniaux & Mary Westerhold Marriage ~ If you are considering marriage, a minimum of six months is
required for preparation. A wedding date cannot be set until after the first STB STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL meeting with the pastor. At that time, the diocesan and parish guidelines Jen Bauer, Cindy Clark, Kristi Hyten, Jennifer Milburn, will be explained. Stephen Miller, Brad Serfas & Nathan Vuagniaux Anointing of the Sick ~ Parishioners who are seriously or critically ill, or STB SCHOOL BOARD having surgery, should contact the pastor for the celebration of the Chris Amick, Kelli Bishop, Bob Greer, Kit Morrissey, Sean Nesbit, sacrament. James Perulfi, Brian Stanhaus & Lori Williams Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults ~ The R.C.I.A. is an ongoing
FMCHS SCHOOL BOARD REPRESENTATIVES formation process for adults who are interested in becoming a Catholic and Jane Boone and Jack Hake would like to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First MEETINGS Eucharist. Call the Parish Office for additional information. Pastoral Council ...... 1st Tuesday STB School Board ...... Monthly PARISH REGISTRATION FMCHS School Board…………….4th Thursday New parishioners are always welcome! Finance Council ...... Quarterly You may register in person or by calling the Parish Office. St. Vincent de Paul ...... 2nd & 4th Wednesday Forms are on the counter in the gathering area.
CHURC H is open for prayer and visits : ST. BONIFACE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. —4:00 p.m. Our Parish cemetery is located one mile north of the church on Saturday: 10:00 a.m. —6:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30 a.m. —6:30 p.m. Frederick Street. Contact the Parish Office or Jerry Hengehold at ***** BULLETIN SUBMISSION DEADLINE 656-2550 for additional information.
IS MONDAY AT 4:00 p.m. ***** Diocesan Child Abuse Reporting and Contact Cindy Zurliene at [email protected] Investigation number (217) 321-1155.
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