Third Sunday of Advent

Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time October 24, 2010

One of the nicest compliments that can be said about someone is that he or she has their feet on the ground. It implies that they are in touch with reality, not having an exaggerated opinion of themselves or of their accomplishments. A person who has his/her feet on the ground is someone you can trust. The word humility comes from the Latin word "humus" meaning earth or ground. Being humble means having your feet on the ground, knowing who are you and who you are not. God creates us from the earth and to the earth we will return. A person who is humble lives life aware of their dependence on God. We can do nothing apart from him.

When we pray to God, we are not seeking to impress Him with what we do. Rather, prayer acknowledges that we depend upon God and are in need of His mercy. What makes us great is not how much we love God and do for Him, but how much He loves us that enables us to do anything or be anything at all.

Next Sunday’s Readings: Wisdom 11:22-12:2; 2 Thessalonians 1:11-22; Luke 19:1-10

Parish Prayer Chain

The parish has a prayer chain for those who are struggling with illness-physical, mental and emotional. If you or someone you know is experiencing these difficulties, you can simply call Blanche Howze at 410-566- 6046 or Frank McGloin at the rectory. If you would like to be part of the prayer chain you can call either Blanche or Frank. No request is too small and each one is very important. We do not always see the difference our prayers make, but we know in faith that God hears and answers all prayers in His own way.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

The parish would like to offer a formation course for anyone interested in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. This is not only a wonderful way of introducing scripture and the sacraments to the very young; it enhances the spiritual journey for those participating adults. The young child comes to us already having a spiritual knowledge that surpasses our understanding. As we echo God’s Word they return it to us in ways that touch our hearts and deepen our faith. The course is taught by Anna Mae Guida and assisted by Alex Daley. It will be offered in two segments beginning on November 12th through the 15th 2010 in Finksburg, MD. (We will carpool from the Catonsville area.) The cost for the 90-hour course is $400 per person with $200 payable at the beginning of the first segment; the balance will be due at the start of the last segment in late spring. Please call Mary Roney 410-788-8363 or Sharon Kerr 410-566-0877 for more information.

All Soul’s Day

New Cathedral Cemetery hosts an All Soul’s Day liturgy for “everyone buried at the New Cathedral Cemetery” on November 2 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Monastery Church, 3801 Frederick Road. All are invited.

Halloween Party

The annual Halloween Party for the children of our parish and neighborhood will be held on Sunday October 31st at 6:30 p.m. in the School hall on S. Morley Street. Your assistance is requested in the form of donations of candy individually wrapped and in sealed bags. Collection baskets will be placed at the entrances of church for your donation. We also need chaperones and High School students who can earn community service hours. The party is limited to children up to 12 years old. BINGO at St. Joseph’s Monastery Parish

WHEN: Sunday, November 7, 2010 WHERE: St. Joseph’s Monastery Parish Hall TIME: 1:00 p.m. (doors open at 12:30 p.m.) DONATION: $15.00 – Tickets will be sold at the door

Please join us in the fun and games!

The price includes 20 games of bingo with cash prizes. Special games, extra bingo cards and dabbers will be sold at the door. Also, we will have a special raffle and door prizes at the break.

Lite fare and refreshments will be available for a minimal cost.

No one under the age of 18 permitted to play

Thank you again for all your support

Sponsored by the Fund and Fun Committee Upcoming Parish Activities: exhibits and refreshments. For more information please call 410-644-3300. Sunday October 31, 2010 Halloween Party School Hall 6:30 p.m. Thursday November 4,2010 Choir Rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Church Thanksgiving Dinner Planning Meeting Sunday November 7, 2010, BINGO at the School Hall. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. There will be a short planning meeting for the Thursday November 11, 2010 Choir Rehearsal at Thanksgiving Dinner on Wednesday October 27, 7:30 p.m. Church Thursday 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the rectory. November 18, 2010 Choir Rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Church Second Collection

Attention Eucharistic Ministers & Lectors Archbishop O’Brien has asked that all parishes take up a second collection on November 13-14, It’s that time again for our annual Prayer Service 2010 for the ministry in the military services. We and Pot Luck Dinner for all eucharistic ministers will put collection baskets by the doors with a sign and lectors on Monday October 25th, 2010 at 6:00 on them for the collection. p.m. in the rectory. There is a sign-up sheet in the sacristy for you to indicate what you will bring to Unbound Freedom In Christ Conference the dinner. All of you who are engaged in these vital ministries are urged to join us in this time of Neal and Janet Lozano will share their thoughts on prayer and fellowship. the process of bringing people into greater freedom in their Christian lives to St. Agnes A Journey to Hope Conference Parish, Catonsville, Friday, November 5,2010, registration starts at 6:30pm and Saturday, A recent study by Johns Hopkins researchers and November 6 (8:30 am till 8:30 pm), with lunch two other universities shows that men and women available ($5) and supper provided on Saturday. caring for a spouse with dementia increases the Please call 410-667-6295 for pre-registration, fees risk of dementia in the caregiver. That’s why and information. Participants are asked to read caring for the caregiver is just as important as Unbound by Neal Lozano (widely available) caring for the patient. To learn more attend “A before the conference. Journey to Hope” conference on Saturday November 6, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. The conference Please remember those who are sick in your will provide information about the diagnosis and prayers as well as those in nursing and convalescent treatment of memory loss, and tips to manage homes, the homebound, those awaiting test results Alzheimer’s disease and its associated behaviors. and those who are dying. Also please call the rectory 410-566-0877 with the names of anyone in Please call 410-550-9023 to register and receive the hospital. more information about the conference. Bulletin Masses for the Week of Oct. 24– Oct 30, 2010 Open House Mt. St. Joseph High School Sunday Oct. 24, 8:30 a.m. For the people of the Parish Monday, Oct. 25, 8:00 a.m. Carroll A. Tenley (d) Mt. St. Joseph High School will host an Open Tuesday, Oct. 26, 8:00 a.m. Charlene Barker (d) Wed, Oct. 27, 8:00 a.m. Steve Garbo (d) House for prospective students and their families Thurs, Oct. 28, 8:00 a.m. No intention on Sunday November 7, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. Fri., Oct 29, 8:00 a.m George M. Smith (d) until 2:00 p.m. The Open House will include tours, Sat., Oct 30, 8:00 a.m. No intention

In this Sunday’s Gospel, the tax collector’s prayer allows God to be God and so allows God to pour mercy into his heart. When we pray and give alms to the poor, we allow God’s mercy to be poured into their hearts. Through your gift to the Society of St.Vincent de Paul you also can give God’s mercy to your neighbor who is hungry, hopeless, alone and frightened.