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OVEMBER N 22, 2020 Anniversary of the Dedication of St. Church ST. FRANCIS DE SALES ORATORY

HOLY MASS SCHEDULE: Sunday Schedule Mass 8:00am and 10:00am Monday - Saturday Mass 8:00am Tuesday Mass 6:30pm Wednesday Mass 12:15pm First Fridays ORATORY CLERGY: Mass 6:30pm Holy Days of Obligation VERY REV. MSGR. R. SCHMITZ, STD, JCD Please consult the bulletin Vicar General & Delegate for the United States

REV. CANON MATTHEW L. TALARICO Provincial , United States SACRED DEVOTIONS: REV. CANON BENJAMIN L. COGGESHALL Mother of Perpetual Help Rector, Episcopal Delegate - Tuesday 8:00am & 6:30pm REV. CANON PIERRE R. DUMAIN Vicar Adoration REV. CANON MIGUEL A. CAÑADAS CARPIO Thursday 6:30pm Vicar & Sacristan

ABBÉ ALEX J. BARGA General Manager CONFESSIONS: 30 minutes before all Masses ORATORY STAFF:

Mr. Jon Roché Mrs. Mary Hayworth Mr. James Marck Accounting Manager Office Administrator Director of Sacred Music

“Do everything for love and nothing through force. Love obedi- ence more than you fear disobedience.” - St. Francis de Sales

INSTITUTE OF CHRIST THE KING SOVEREIGN PRIEST LITURGICAL CALENDAR Mass Intentions: Server Schedule

Sunday, November 22 Anniversary of the Dedication of St. Francis de Sunday, November 22 Sales Church, 1st Class 8:00am Low Mass 7:30am Low Mass - Canon Luke Zignego Acolytes: Miller, Liam Miller 9:00am Low Mass - Kent, Emily & Pettit 10:00am Solemn Mass 10:30am Solemn Mass - Fr. Paul Mankowski † Master of Ceremonies: Dominic Stamos

Monday, November 23 Thurifer: Timothy White St. Clement I, 3rd Class Acolyte 1: Joseph Pekny 8:00am Low Mass - Patricia Miller † Acolyte 2: Charlie Kahre

Tuesday, November 24 Crucifer: John Paul Davidson St. , 3rd Class Choir Master of Ceremonies: Mark Stamos 8:00am Low Mass - Bill Hren Family Torchbearers: Trent Hickey, Adrian Shea, Joseph 6:30pm Low Mass - Restoration & Shany, Jude Clonts, John Wichmer, Benefactors of St. Francis de Sales Oratory Davidson

Wednesday, November 25 St. Catherine of Alexandria, 3rd Class Thursday, November 19 8:00am Low Mass - Ruiz Family No Adoration 12:15pm Low Mass - Anne Marty Family

Thursday, November 26 Sunday, November 29 Anniversary of the Dedication of 8:00am Low Mass St. Francis de Sales Church Acolytes: Joel Miller, Liam Miller 8:00am Low Mass - Michael Hayworth & Family 10:00am Solemn Mass NO ADORATION THIS EVENING Master of Ceremonies: Michael LaZella

Friday, November 27 Thurifer: Joseph Clonts Mass of the Last Sunday after Acolyte 1: Gabriel Ruggiero 8:00am Low Mass - Jeffrey Charles Martin Acolyte 2: John Paul Davidson Saturday, November 28 Crucifer: Raymond Clonts Our Lady of Saturday, 3rd Class Choir Master of Ceremonies: Michael Ruggiero 8:00am Low Mass - Danniel Duane Pribble, Jr. Torchbearers: Louis VandenBergh, Joey Huber, Sunday, November 29 Gus Pekny, Alex Vega, Joseph Pekny, Campion 1st Sunday of , 1st Class Purgahn 7:30am Low Mass - The Frollo Family 9:00am Low Mass - Welda W. DeRousse † 10:30am Solemn Mass - Robert Van Groll Thanksgiving &

Schedule Sunday Mass Sign Up Genius NOVEMBER: There will be no catechism clas- ses this Thursday, November 26th. Similarly, The new Mass sign up link is emailed out by there will be no Adoration on November 26th. Tuesday for the following Sunday liturgies to all active registered members of the Oratory. The DECEMBER-JANUARY: There will be no cat- link will also be on the SFdS website & social echism December 24th, December 31st and Janu- media for guests & visitors. Please remember to ary 7th. Catechism will resume January 14th, sign up as we need to keep an accurate count & 2021. Also, please note that there will not be Ado- under our maximum capacity occupancy. ration on December 24th. NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS November 26-27: Rectory Offices Closed Covid / Cold & Flu Season

November 26: No Catechism Class With the cold and flu season setting in, the Rector has deemed it necessary to reiterate the covid November 29: First Sunday of Advent guidelines that have been iterated by ecclesiastical and civil officials.

November 30-: Immaculate Please pay close attention to the message to be Conception read by Canon Dumain this Sunday before the ser- December 8: mon. January 28-30, 2021: March For Life Mass Schedule Change

Though the large size of the Oratory permits a siz- Collection for the able attendance for each of our Sunday Masses St. Vincent de Paul Society according to the City guidelines, the rector has deemed it prudent to offer a third Mass in order to There is a collection envelope in the bulletin to- permit better distancing as we enter into flu sea- day if you would like to support of the Society of son. Masses will be at 7:30am, 9:00am and St. Vincent de Paul Conference this Thanksgiving 10:30am today SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, in its mission to serve the needy in our neighbor- 2020. hood. You can place the donation envelopes in the Please do not forget to sign up for your Mass on black collection boxes in the church, drop off at the weekly link sent out. As always any questions the rectory or mail them directly to SVdP. In ad- should be first directed to the rector. dition, please remember that there is a large blue donation bin in the Oratory parking lot for cloth- ing & small appliances.

Thank you for your generosity! TraditionForTomorrow.com

Archdiocesan Guidelines

During the pandemic, the dispensation that was given by the Archdiocese of St. Louis concerning Mass at- tendance on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation is still in effect. For those who are older or who have well founded fear for their health, should in no way feel under any pressure to attend Mass at this time (provided, of course, that you do your best to sanctify ’s Day religiously at home). Those who have flu symp- toms or who have reason to believe they have been exposed to the virus should NOT come to church at this time, as an act of charity to others.

Our current occupancy limit is 50% which is set at 450 persons. To maintain social distancing we have roped off every other pew—please do not remove these dividers at any time. We have hand sanitizer and face cover- ings available for you in the 3 main vestibules.

Also, the Archdiocese has requested that ushers not take up the collection during Sunday Masses. Your dona- tions may be placed in the black donations bins located near the main entrances of the church, or you may continue donating online. Thank you very much.

More information can be found on the Archdiocesan Website: archstl.org/coronavirus-covid-19-mandates-and -directives

Donations are welcome to help the Oratory offset the cost of the disposable masks and hand sanitizers that are located in each of the 3 main vestibules. Thank you for your help! Thank you very much.

Message from the Rector

My Dear Faithful,

This November 22nd we celebrate the External Solemnity of the dedication of our exquisite jewel of a church, St. Francis de Sales Oratory. Testament of the power and glory of God etched in brick, stone and stained glass, the Oratory has been the site for numerous , weddings and funerals; all conferring the graces of that same powerful God upon the Faithful. It is only right that we celebrate a place where so much supernatural good has been effectuated.

Our religious community of priests, and candidates, though physically absent from you from this im- portant feast day will be united in prayer, imploring God for the protection of this sacred place and the means to restore it for future generations.

We are absent, because, with the exception of Abbe Alex, all of us have been placed under quarantine after testing positive for the COVID virus. We are convalescing well under the able care of an experienced doctor. Canon Talarico, who has so graciously been able to come down from to ensure Sunday Masses here, will expound more upon the details of our situation before his sermon.

We will do our best to ensure daily Masses and Confessions until the end of our quarantine. Plan on our nor- mally scheduled liturgical events unless you hear differently via email or social media. Please God, by the end of the month, with our physician’s blessing, we can resume our normal duties.

Note that the church building will be CLOSED during the afternoons and evenings during this period to ena- ble the priests to say their masses and for the community to do their prayers, as well as the normal upkeep and sanitation of the church building. Otherwise, it will remain open during the mornings and of course, for nor- mally scheduled events such as evening adoration.

Confiding ourselves to your prayers which have already done us so much good, we look forward to our return to public ministry. May God bless you!

Canon Coggeshall

Insurance Assessment Stewardship

The Oratory’s biggest annual financial obligation con- July 2020 - June 2021 tinues to be that of our property and liability insurance assessed by the Archdiocese of Louis. Weekly Collection Goal: $12,500.00

Our 2020-2021 insurance assessment is $98,256.00. Collection for: November 15

We are relying on your continuous prayers and gener- Envelopes Mailed: 224 ous donations which you exercise by using your insur- Envelopes Turned In: 119 ance envelope. Loose: $1,496.00 Please help us off set this cost by donating today. Envelopes: $8,715.00 Thank you very much! Online Donations: $1,328.00 TOTAL: $11,539.00 Pipe Organ Campaign 2019/20 YTD Stewardship Goal: $225,000.00 Campaign Goal: $400,000.00 YTD Stewardship: $196,825.73 Pledged Amount: $63,148.56 YTD Surplus/Deficit: ($28,174.27)

Pledge Received: $49,076.05 Insurance Assessment 2020-2021 Non Pledge Donations: $143,318.91 277 Households - 258 Households Participating $98,256.00 (approx. $8,100.00 a month) March for Life 2021 Washington D.C. January 28 - 30, 2021

Calling all Pro-Lifers!

We look forward to your presence for the 2020 Novena to the Immaculate Conception.

The theme of the Novena is:

Mary as Mother

Monday, November 30 at 6:30pm Become a Pilgrim Fr. Thomas Keller Mater Dei (Sancta Dei Genitrix) Reserve your seat on the bus departing from Kansas City / Saint Louis to Tuesday, December 1 at 6:30pm Washington D.C. for the March for Life 2021. Fr. Ryan Weber Mater Christi Registration Fee: $250 Registration fee includes: Round trip on coach Wednesday, December 2 at 6:30pm bus, meals, and 3 nights at Marriott Hotel Fr. Anthony Ochoa (Courtyard Washington Downtown). Mater Ecclesiae

Registration Deadline: December 18, 2020 Thursday, December 3 at 6:30pm Monsignor Marion Morris https://form.jotform.com/202065422543143 Mater Divinae Gratiae

Sponsor a Pilgrim Friday, December 4 at 6:30pm Please considering donating any amount to our Fr. Eric Kunz Candle for Life 2021 fundraiser. Mater purissima You and your intentions will be in our prayers dur- (Mater castissima, Mater inviolate, Mater intemerata) ing this most important pilgrimage! Contact the rectory for more information. Thank you!!! Saturday, December 5 at 8:00am Canon Miguel Cañadas Mater amabilis & Mater admirabilis

Sunday, December 6 at 10:00am Canon Pierre Dumain Mater Boni Consilii

Monday, December 7 at 6:30pm Fr. Brian Harrison Mater Creatoris

Tuesday, December 8 at 6:30pm Canon Benjamin Coggeshall Mater Salvatoris

ORATORY ORGANIZATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Institute of Christ the King

Stay Connected to the Family Text: Institute to 84576

To receive Institute Updates via Text & Email Conference of Society of St. Vincent de Paul Spirituality, Friendship, Service

Our SVdP conference here at St. Francis de Sales is still serving our neighbors -- with increased requests due to the Coronavirus. 3 THINGS: 1) Please consider joining us; we meet at 9am on the 2nd Saturday; call us for details. 2) Does your family need help? Re- member we help Oratory members too. Our # is: (314) 289-6101, ext 1147. And 3) We depend on do- nations. Please support the Oratory first; then consider SVdP, knowing that 100% of your donation goes to those in need. Make checks payable to "St. Vincent de Paul at SFdS" & send to the Oratory. Thank you for your generosity & God bless!

Pro-Life Apostolate

Stand-Up for Life Prayer Time @ Planned Parenthood The Benevolent Society is a Men’s or- 4251 Forest Park Ave 63108 ganization that was founded in the early years of * Sidewalk counselors are there Monday-Friday St. Francis de Sales church for the financial help from 9:00am - 1:00pm of its members in time of need. * 3rd Saturday after 8am Mass @ Cathedral 4431 Lindell 63108, /Walk to PP and For more information on this charitable and then return to the Cathedral for Benediction friendly group, please contact Mr. Wally Feld at [email protected]

Oratory Cleaning

The Oratory Cleaning Crews put the church in or-

der after the final Mass each Sunday. This involves An Apostolate for Fathers and Sons light dust mopping and clearing the pews of (age 6-18). For more information handouts, etc. New volunteers will be most wel- please visit: www.tsg129.org come and can call the office at (314) 771-3100 to sign up. Here are the next assignments: Sunday Rosary With the added Sunday Mass we do not have enough Sunday, November 22: St. Benedict Sunday, November 29: St. Anthony time to pray the Rosary before the 10:30am Mass until further notice. Thank you for understanding. Sunday, December 6: St. Cecilia Happy Thanksgiving!

Christmas Church Cleaning

In preparation for the beautiful Christmas season, we are asking for volunteers who would be able to assist with general cleaning and sweeping of the church interior next Sunday, November 29, 2020 immediately after the 10:30am High Mass. We welcome all volunteers who are able to assist the cleaning crews for an hour or two after Mass so that the church will be ready for decorating in just Prayers for Oratory Members a few short weeks. For more information, please In your charity, please pray for members of the contact Mark Kukielski at (618) 410-4888. Oratory who may be in need of special prayers during these difficult times. Christmas Cards

New Altar Boys Like Abbé Alex? Like our Institute oblates?

All young men who have received their First Sure we do! Abbé Alex and our candidates Communion are encouraged to serve Our Lord at work diligently behind the scenes at St. Francis de the Altar. If you are interested in serving Mass at Sales Oratory in order to fulfill their very im- St. Francis de Sales Oratory. please contact Abbé portant part of the Institute’s mission. First and Alex Barga at (314) 771-3100. foremost they extol publicly the glories of God in praying the divine office with the Oratory Can- 2021 Institute Calendars ons. In addition to this, they pray 2021 Calendars are now available at the Oratory for your inten- office! Help keep yourself liturgically informed tions and the sal- for 2021 vation of while learning souls. When they about the In- are not doing the stitute's histo- work of the Lord, ry in the Unit- they provide many practical services to the Orato- ed States ry including teaching, management, accounting, from the dif- construction, computer information technology ferent pictures and domestic chores just to name a few. and texts chosen for each month of the New This year St. Francis de Sales Oratory will be of- Year. fering elegant, traditional Christmas cards in order Wishing to express our gratitude for your kind- to help meet the expenses related to their im- ness over the past year, we offer these to you as a portant formation. We are pleased to offer you gift. Though, for those who choose, a $5.00 do- packs of 10 cards, each containing 2 of 5 total de- nation would go a long way in helping to cover signs along with matching envelopes. Your our costs. You are invited to take extra copies to $20.00 donation for one pack, or $50.00 for 3 give to friends and family, thus doing your small packs will not only serve as a classy, traditional part to spread the Traditional Mass and the backdrop for your Christmas greeting, but help spirit of the Institute of Christ the King into the the men serving the Church through service as United States! Contact the rectory office. oblates. Hurry, supplies are limited! TO ALL OUR GUESTS…

Canon Coggeshall and the faithful of St. Francis de Sales Oratory welcome you, and hope that your time in the “Cathedral of South St. Louis” may be an opportunity to share in the tradition of the Faith.

Please enjoy the beauty of this building dedicated to St. Francis de Sales, co-patron of the INSTITUTE OF CHRIST THE KING SOVEREIGN PRIEST.

According to liturgical tradition, and the Extraordinary Form of the , Holy Communion is received kneeling and on the tongue. All visitors who are not of the Catholic faith are welcome to join us in prayer, but are requested not to receive Holy Communion. Because the reception of Holy Communion is the sign of Divine and Ecclesial unity, only practicing Catholics who are free of mortal sin, and in full communion with the should present themselves for Holy Communion.

We pray for the full visible unity among all Christians.

To receive more information about the Oratory or if you desire to become a member of the Catholic Church, contact the rectory. St. Francis de Sales Oratory is an Oratory of the INSTITUTE OF CHRIST THE KING SOVEREIGN PRIEST in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. All contributions to the Oratory are sincerely appreciated and are tax deductible.

St. Francis de Sales Oratory Information:

INFANT : Parents requesting Baptism must be active registered members of the Oratory. 1ST HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION: For instructions please contact the Rectory. HOLY MATRIMONY: Couples planning to marry at the Oratory must call the rectory for the proper instructions. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Members facing surgery, serious illness, or even death may call (314) 771-3100. TOURS: The monthly Stained Glass Window Tours are suspended until further notice.

O ratory Rectory: 2653 Ohio Avenue Saint Louis, Missouri 63118 Telephone: (314) 771-3100 • FAX: (314) 771-3295 www.institute-christ-king.org Email: [email protected]