NOVEMBER 11, 2018 Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

"But now once, for all he has appeared at the end of the ages to take away sin by his sacrifice. Just as it is appointed that human beings die once, and after this the judgment, so also Christ, offered once to take away the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to take away sin but to bring salvation ARISH ISSION TATEMENT to those who eagerly await him.” P M S

MT 5:3 We, the members of St. Ambrose Parish,

believe that, 5130 Wilson Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 through our faith and baptism, we have been called to give witness Parish Office Hours Monday – Friday 7am - 4pm to the values of Jesus

Phone: 314.771.1228 as expressed in the Gospel FAX: 314.771.0454 and teachings of our Church.

St. Ambrose School Phone: 314.772.1437 www.stambroseonthehill.com

SAINT AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH PARISH STAFF—IMPORTANT INFORMATION

St. Ambrose School 5110 Wilson Ave. Msgr. Vincent Bommarito…...…..………..….Pastor (314) 772-1437 Rev. Mr. Joseph Fragale…………………….Deacon http://school.stambroseonthehill.com/ Sharon Gambaro………………………..Bookkeeper Vicki Calcaterra…………………….…….Secretary Barbara Zipoli……………...……..…..Principal 114 ………………...... [email protected] Parish Office Directory: 771-1228, mailbox #: Linda Gambaro ………...…….…...….Secretary 116 Msgr. Vincent Bommarito……..………….…… 1 ………………….…….……[email protected] Marriage Vicki Calcaterra………………………………….. 2 Call the pastor to discuss your wedding ………………[email protected] arrangements. You may have a wedding at Sharon Gambaro………………………………… 3 St. Ambrose if you have been an active member ………………[email protected] of the parish for at least six months. Joe Fragale …………………………4 ……… [email protected] RCIA—Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults If you are interested in learning more about the Masses Catholic faith, please speak with Monday - Friday…………………...... 6:30 am Deacon Joe Fragale at 314-686-9110. Classes are on Wednesday evenings, School Masses beginning Oct. 18 and continuing until Easter. (While School is in Session) Tuesday & Friday ………………………….8:00 am Eucharistic Ministers/Lectors If you would like to volunteer to help with this Weekend Masses ministry, please call the rectory. Saturday………………...………………...…...5 pm Sunday…………………………...….7, 9 and 11 am St. Vincent de Paul Society For more info please call 289-6101, ext 1131. Communion Service Saturday ……………………………………7:30 am Choirs To join the Sunday choir, Holy Day Mass Schedule contact Gary Scott at the rectory. 6:30 and 9 am, 12:00 noon Bulletin Confession Articles are due at least 8 days before publication. Saturday 4:00 - 4:30 pm E-mail articles to Vicki Calcaterra [email protected] Adoration Each Friday 8:30 am-12 pm PSR when school is in session. Contact the South City Deanery PSR Nancy Haselhorst at 314-773-3070. Leave a message.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Rectory Office Hours: This is a short worship service for children aged Monday - Friday - 7 am - 4 pm 3-10 years. The service is offered during each 9 am Sunday Mass during the school year. Use entrance located between rectory and school.

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testimonies from members, diving into scripture, discussing our faith, etc.

These Wednesdays will be different each month—guest speakers,

9PM--?? Post Gathering at Milo’s (food/drink at own expense)

7-9PM Parish Hall

4 Wednesdays of the Month

Faith Seeking Nights

Join us for prayer & stay for fellowship, good food/drinks, and conversation.

These Wednesdays will be a time of prayer and fellowship.

8PM--?? Post Gathering at Milo’s (food/drink at own expense)

7-8PM Parish Hall

2 Wednesdays of the Month

Spiritual Socials

those questioning faith, and/or those desiring faith.

—those strong in faith, those seeking faith, also a place for fellowship. YAG is for all

A ministry group forming for those 21—39 seeking a community that is faith focused and

~Spiritual~Social~Service~

Young Adult Group (YAG)

St. Ambrose

St. Ambrose Sacrificial Giving MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK Summary 2018/19 Goal (July 1 – June 30) $535,600 Monday, November 12 6:30 am Jack Prebil Weekly information Week ending: 10/21/2018 Tuesday, November 13 Amount budgeted: $ 10,300.00 6:30 am Francis & Salvatore Marchesi Amount collected: $ 8,742.00 8:00 am Diana Francis Surplus (Shortfall): ($ 1,558.00) 7:00 pm Mt. Carmel Communion Service

Wednesday, November 14 Year-to-date information 6:30 am Don Sowins Amount budgeted: $ 175,100.00 Amount collected: $ 185,178.00 Thursday, November 15 Surplus (Shortfall): $ 10,078.00 6:30 am Dennies Pernito & Fernando Sacmar, Jr.

Friday, November 16 6:30 am Mario Ventucci 8:00 am Robert J. Carnaghi Join us for donuts and coffee

Saturday, Novcember 17 after the 7:30 am Communion Service 9:00 am Mass 5:00 pm Anthony & Benetta Messina th on Sunday, November 18 Sunday, November 18 to welcome new parishioners. 7:00 am For the People of the Parish 9:00 am Deceased Crusaders A special invitation goes out to all who 11:00 am Kamer & Cassani Families have joined St. Ambrose Parish over the last six months.

WEEKEND OF NOVEMBER 17 & 18

5:00 pm 7:00 am 9:00 am 11:00 am

Lector: J. Canino Sr. Jude Students B. Saracino

Eucharistic P. Opfer D. Kuchta J. Kelly R. Tintera Ministers: V. Calcaterra E. Barni Longland M. Kiser C. Seruya D. Allen M. Mense L. Tomlinson J. Allen R. Winkler

Servers: E. Grana K. Crowe B. Mazzola C. J. Hayes J. Warden B. Crowe F. Curan F. Ferrara L. Warden A. Roy G. Steck A. Tucci

PARISH CALENDAR Sacrament of Baptism

Monday, November 12: Baptismal classes (for the first child only) will Men clean church after 6:30 Mass be held on the second Sunday of the month after IPC 7 pm Hall the 9 am Mass.

FIAO beginners Italian 7pm ED Baptisms will be scheduled after completion of FIAO advanced Italian 7pm Lit baptismal classes.

Tuesday, November 13: For information and to schedule a class, Mt. Carmel Communion Service 7:pm please call Deacon Joe Fragale at 314-636- and Dessert party Hall 9110 or by email [email protected]. Bible Study 6 pm ED Baptisms are performed on the first and Wednesday, November 14: third Sunday of the month at Noon, and at Ladies clean church after mass 12:30 pm for visiting priests/deacons. Young Adults 6:30pm Hall

Thursday November 15: Hall FIAO Travelers Italian 7pm ED FIAO Special topics Italian 7pm LIT Hill 2000 mtg 7pm cafe Please Pray for those Friday, November 16: who have requested prayers: Crochet Club 9 am-noon LIT Cindy, Madeline, Mel, Bradley, Dave, Mary Adoration 8 am 12 pm Louise, Rosemary Mimoza, Rosemarie, Bill, Crochet/Knitting 9 am-12 pm CH Daniel, Francis, Rich, Kathy, Elizabeth, Caroline, Taryn, Bethany, Saturday, November 17: Florense Mae, Alexandra, Lisa, Josephine Chill on Hill Run 5K run 8-10 am Frank, Annie, Poteats

Sunday, November 18: If you have a prayer request, please contact Vicki at 771-1228 or e-mail her at New Parishioner Donut meet & greet after 9:00 Mass [email protected]. Each prayer request will be honored for a month. Call or email to replace a name.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN ST. AMBROSE PARISH?

If you are not currently registered in another parish and wish to join our parish, please complete this form and place it the collection basket or mail it to: St. Ambrose Rectory, 5130 Wilson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110. We will see that you receive a registration form.

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The 90th annual Turkey Bowl Soccer Classic will take place on Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 22nd at Berra Park. The 22nd annual St. Ambrose Youth Game begins at 9:00am featuring the 8th/5th grades vs 7th/6th. Arrive early to hear the 4th Graders accompany Chris Bianchi with our National Anthem.

Immediately following, at 10:15am, will be the Old-Timers Match. A tightly contested match with the younger team holding a meager two game edge in the overall standings.

Also, There will be a hospitality tent with continental treats for a small donation, plus a souvenir booth selling T-shirts and hoodies. In addition, there will be the traditional luganiga sandwiches provided by Joe Vollmer.

The Turkey Bowl kicks off the holiday season. You make the event a success along with many sponsors & organizations. Hope to see you at Berra Park.

For the 15th consecutive year, all proceeds will benefit the St Vincent de Paul Society. Please be generous. There are many in our neighborhood who need assistance.

“When you find yourself in the position to help someone, be happy and feel blessed because God is answering that person's prayer through you. Remember: Our purpose on earth is not to get lost in the dark but to be a light to others, so that they may find their way through us.”

Saturday, December 1, 2018 following the 8:00 am Mass You are invited to join the women of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in a morning of prayer and fellowship. The theme for the breakfast is Advent: Reflection on the Holy Family. What are the lessons we learn from putting ourselves in lives of Mary and Joseph? How do we live in peaceful anticipation of Christmas during the busy Advent season? Mass at 8:00 am will take place in the church with the breakfast following in the Grand Hall. Please call the parish office at 636-398-5270 for more information or to make reservations. Immaculate Heart is located in New Melle, MO at the intersection of highways Z and D in St. Charles county. We are 10 miles west of 94 on highway D; or 7 miles south of Wentzville on highway Z.

RECENT BAPTISMS St. Ambrose Society Please welcome to our parish family What did St. Ambrose say about the poor? “You are not making a gift of your Fiona Norma Schmidt possession to the poor people. You are Nicholas Ryan Kincaid handing over to them what is theirs.” Giuliamo Frankie Guarino

Who were baptized this past week November Schedule

St. Peter & Paul Friday, Nov 16, 4:30-7:00pm BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS Serve meals for homeless at St. Peter & Paul meal hall Because the holiday this month falls on a Thursday, Sandwich Program Preparation the printer deadline requires any bulletin Saturday, Nov 17, 8:30 – 10:30am announcements for Nov. 24 – 25 to be sent to Vicki Prepare food for sandwich making on Nov. 19 in the Church Hall no later than noon on Monday, Nov. 12.

Sandwich Program (St. Patrick, Biddle House, St. Peter & Paul, SVDP) Monday, Nov-19, 6:00-7:30pm Prepare sandwiches for homeless shelters in the Church If the Mass you attend is one scheduled for your Hall family or friend and you or your family would like to Missionaries of Charity take up the Bread and Wine offering, please let the Saturday, Nov 24, 8:45 – 11:30am ushers know. They may direct you to sit near the Assist the St. Teresa of Calcutta nuns in their soup front. kitchen

To volunteer, contact Deacon Joe @[email protected] or 314-686-9110 St. Mary Magdalen Parish (city)

Plan your Christmas shopping early! 27th Annual Holiday Craft Fair will be on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 9am- 3pm in the former St. Mary Magdalen school building (4323 S. Kingshighway between Bancroft and Sutherland Ave.) Approximately 40 juried crafters will present their handcrafted items. Quilt raffle, attendance prizes, baked goods and BBQ dinners (eat in or carry out) For more information please call Cookie at (314) 832-4531. Thank you

*********************************************************You are cordially invited to the 10th Annual Adoption Mass on Sunday, November 18 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis at 10 a.m.

Archbishop Robert Carlson will celebrate the Mass sponsored jointly by the Respect Life Apostolate, Good Shepherd Children & Family Services, and Office of Natural Family Planning.

ALL THE LADIES OF THE PARISH ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SODALITY

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2018 AT 7:00PM IN CHURCH AS WE HONOR OUR DECEASED MEMBERS WITH A COMMUNION AND PRAYER SERVICE PRESIDED BY DEACON JOSEPH FRAGALE.

FOLLOWING THE SERVICE WE’LL SHARE OUR FAVORITE DESSERTS. PLEASE BRING YOUR DESSERT TO THE CHURCH HALL PRIOR TO THE SERVICE. HOPE TO SEE YOU ON NOVEMBER 13 AT 7:00PM

The Cathedral of St. St. Ambrose Society Louis is commemo- Candy Drive rating the beatification Nov. 10 – Nov. 25 of Mother Clelia with a celebration on Sat., April 6, at 1:00 PM.

We would love YOU to come and share this momentous occasion at this special liturgy. The St. Ambrose Society will be Sr. Sandra serves at St. putting together 300 brown bag meals Ambrose parish as for the children in the Read & Feed pastoral minister to the Program at the Claver House at the elderly parishioners. We end of November. We are looking for also are blessed to have candy donations for the children. the presence of the Apostles that serve at Sacred Heart Villa. Anything you donate would be greatly appreciated. There will be containers in the back of church for three weeks, Nov. 10 through Nov. 25th. Thanks & God Bless, Deacon Joe

If there is a gracious person who has taken the cloths that cover the Offertory table and the two tables from the side of the Alter to launder, please call Vicki at the rectory. We are unable to locate 3 of them.

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Young Adult Group [YAG]

November Schedule Spiritual Socials St. Peter & Paul 2nd Wednesdays of the Month Friday, Nov 16, 4:30-7:00pm 7-8 pm Parish Hall Serve meals for homeless at St. Peter & Paul meal hall 8 pm --?? Post Gathering at Milo’s (food/drink at own expense) Sandwich Program Preparation These Wednesdays will be a time of prayer Saturday, Nov 17, 8:30 – 10:30am and fellowship Prepare food for sandwich making on Nov. 19 in the Join us for prayer & stay for fellowship, good Church Hall food/drinks, and conversation.

Sandwich Program (St. Patrick, Biddle Faith Seeking Night House, St. Peter & Paul, SVDP) 4th Wednesday of the Month Monday, Nov-19, 6:00-7:30pm 7-9 pm Parish Hall Prepare sandwiches for homeless shelters in the Church 9 pm--?? Post Gathering at Milo’s Hall (food/drink at own expense) Missionaries of Charity These Wednesdays will be different each Saturday, Nov 24, 8:45 – 11:30am month – guest speakers, testimonies from Assist the St. Teresa of Calcutta nuns in their soup kitchen members, diving into scripture, discussing our faith etc. To volunteer, contact Deacon Joe Check our newsletter/Facebook for details, @[email protected] or 314-686-9110 other YAG events, service opportunities,

cancellations. Questions or sign up for newsletter [email protected]

ADVENT PRAYER: LESSONS AND CAROLS St. Ambrose Bible Study Celebrate the Advent Season with the Sisters of St. Joseph. Welcome Advent as we sing Bible studies will be running from November 6 together songs of the season, listen to the to December 11th. They are on Tuesday messages of waiting and take time for quiet and evenings in the Church Hall from 6:00-7:30 reflection. In prayer, we open ourselves to the PM. Please feel free to come on any Tuesday. gift of patience and joy. Each week starts a new study of the readings Sunday, December 2 at 2 p.m. at the historic for the upcoming Sunday liturgy. There is no motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, cost and bibles are provided. 6400 Minnesota Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63111. RSVP by November 19 to 314-481- 8800 or [email protected] Please pray for

Free will offering to benefit Evelyn Jost Dr. Carmelo Calandro CSJ GULU PROJECT

Providing water filtration kits and training to May their souls and all the souls of the women in Uganda. faithfully departed rest in peace.

Honor Roll 1st QTR 2018-2019

Principal’s List First Honors Second Honors

Serafina Abbate (4) Natalia Bartoni (4) Vivian Honeycutt (4) Sylvia Andrews (4) Gabriel Apicelli (4) Brendan Crowe (5) Cecilia Ippolito (4) Brendan Corkery (4) Gracie Fogarty (5) Delaney Marbs (4) Ellie Holden (4) Nathaniel Keiser (5) Camila Drury (5) Nathan Khouri (4) Francesco Ferrara (6) Matteo Abbate (6) Jackson Moeser (4) Madison Ruggeri (6) Sophia Nugent (6) Rebecca Tatum (4) Frances Winter (6) Brooke Tatum (6) Samuel Torretta (4) Benjamin Begley (7) Ava Molli (7) Gabriella Brusatti (5) Kylie Crowe (7) Giuseppe Abbate (8) Francesco Curran (5) Mia Gordon (7) Olivia Brusatti (8) Shelby Ezell (5) Owen Hackmann (7) Giada Catarinicchia (8) Margaret Kleissler (5) Samuel Berra (8) Marisa England (8) Annie Sestric (5) Gianni Gibbons (8) Kathryn Llewellyn (8) Gloria Stahl (5) Brady Kimberlin (8) Regina Pancella (8) Lucy Warden (5) John Knobbe (8) Camila Torres (8) Ellia Bartoni (6) Harrison Winter (8) Angelo Tucci (8) Joseph Jamerson (6) Charlsie Longland (6) Ethan Lutker (6) Lucas Andrews (7) Gianna Fogarty (7) Emma Grana (7) Catelyn Hayes (7) Eliza Kelly (7) Isabella Lombardo (7) Audrey Sandhaus (7) Abigail Scholbe (7) Vincent Weinbauer (7) Ainsley Armstrong (8) Jeffrey Michael Baur (8) Sean Corkery (8) Nathalie Henlon (8) Dominic Perotta (8) Mary Stahl (8) Virginia Steck (8) Luke Will (8)