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Join Us for the DedicationJoin us on Sunday, November 18th immediately following the 9 a.m. liturgy. We will meet outside to dedicate the “Stone for the Unborn” located near the front of the church. The stone, for all unborn babies, was donated by the Knights of Columbus Council 603. Please come and offer a prayer for our Lord’s smallest souls.

Veterans DayThank you to all who shared the pictures of your loved ones with our parish on Veteran’s Day. We also thank Mike Wilson for sounding Taps for us on this special day.

Religious Retirement Collection

In this confusing time in our Catholic Church, we are challenged to live our faith in new and more conscious ways. We are asking for your special attention to the annual Retirement Fund for Religious Collection. It will take place on the weekend of December 8th and 9th, 2018.  This year marks the 32nd year for this important collection directed to the health and retirement needs of the

35 Franklin St.Buckhannon, WV 26201304-472-3414www.holyrosarywv.org

Father Joseph McLaughlin, S.M., Pastor Brother Roy Madigan, S.M., Pastoral Associate Rev. Mr. Rue Thompson, Deacon

Holy Rosary Catholic ChurchSacred Heart MissionA Marist Community

33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeNovember 18, 2018

Holy Hour Scheduled for November 25thDuring this particularly painful, challenging time in the life of our Church, both here in West Virginia and around the globe, the people of God are invited to gather simultaneously at parishes across the diocese for a Holy Hour of Adoration for Hope and Healing at 3:00 pm on November 25th. 

As an extension of that Sunday’s Eucharistic celebrations of the Solemnity of Christ the King, this Holy Hour will offer another opportunity to encounter and worship Jesus, uniting Catholics across the Mountain State in prayer and petition to God for guidance, for signs of hope, and for the healing of all victims of abuse.

There are no shortcuts on the road to the healing of deep wounds, but the Christ who promised to “be with us always, until the end of the ages” (Matthew 28), is always here to accompany his beloved people along that difficult path. Let us come together in the real presence of Christ on November 25th as a pilgrim people, a people striving to walk closely with God. 

For those unable to attend the Holy Hour, consider pausing for a few moments at 3:00 pm to pray in solidarity with those participating in the Holy Hour and with the whole Church in West Virginia.

Religious women and men who have served the Church of West Virginia in recent years. The primary focus of this collection is to provide financial assistance for the immediate needs of Religious communities. The monies assist in underwriting resources that support long term retirement planning and enhanced eldercare. Watch the bulletin for further details.

Honoring Our Dearly DepartedNovember is the month that we typically pray for those who have died. As part of our prayer, we at Holy Rosary will honor our deceased parishioners with candles on the altar in their honor during November. Candles will be placed in honor of:

Ron ElmoreLoretta AdamsWolfgang Flor

Charles "Chick" SandrethToni Cerullo

Emerick CerulloPhil Murphy

Remembering the DeadDuring the month of November, we especially remember our beloved dead with prayers, thoughts and Mass intentions. We are called to “remember our sisters and brothers who have gone to their rest.” (Eucharistic prayer II) During November, we will have a remembrance book in the vestibule of the church. Please feel free to inscribe the names of those whom you wish to remember in this book. We will pray for all of these special people during the month of November. Please take a moment to look at this book and remember the those who have gone before us in your prayers. Again, thanks for all that you do for our parish.

Our Church Needs You!Would you be willing to sign up to pray one (1) decade of the rosary from now until the beginning of Advent (Dec. 2nd)? You pick the decade that you would pray each day. You may say: one Our Father, ten Hail Mary’s and one Glory Be while meditating on the one mystery of the rosary daily. You can pray this any time of the day, any place or any location. Let’s pray together for our church, our priests and for our leaders for the next 4 weeks. Join us! Sign-up sheets are in the hall. If you don’t make it in the hall to sign up, start anyway and you can sign up anytime.

Thanks From St. FrancisThe people of St. Francis de Sales Church recently sent us a thank you letter, expressing their appreciation for the donation our church sent after Hurricane Florence and the flooding that followed. The donation was put into a special fund called "the

Hurricane Florence Flood and Relief Fund" and all monies went toward helping people in their congregation recover from the devastation, many of

whom lost their homes and all their possessions. Our donation of $2,000 and the concern it expressed will help them in their struggle to recover. Thank you, brother and sisters, for caring.

Women’s Group Our Women’s Group continues with discussion of the book by Sonja Corbitt called "Fearless! Conquer Your Demons and Love With Abandon.” (A Catholic Woman's Guide to Spiritual Warfare.) Discussion dates will be on Thursdays at 6:30 pm, Nov. 29th, December 6th and 13th. Please come when you are able. If you have any questions, please contact Virginia Carmona at 304-642-0867. 

Men’s Group MeetingsThe Holy Rosary Men's Group will begin a new book discussion in December! The group, which meets each Saturday at 9 a.m. in Marist Hall will discuss "Made This Way - How to Prepare Your Kids to Face Today's Tough Moral Issues.” The men will be reviewing chapters 1 and 2 on Saturday, December 1. The cost of the book is $5 but may be funded by the Knights of Columbus.  The first Saturday of every month the group will also have a breakfast with the meeting, beginning at the December 1st meeting. If you have any questions call Skip Gjolberg at 681-533-8170 or Sal Carmona at 304-642-0866. The men wish everyone a great Thanksgiving, as we all have so much to be thankful for.

Parish School of ReligionOur Parish School of Religion is in full swing! Classes each Sunday are held from 10:15-11:15 in St. Mary’s Hall. Parents: You are the first teachers of your children in the ways of faith. It is your responsibility to make sure these classes are a priority for your children!

Ready Yourself!The season of Advent begins in three weeks. It's a time in the Church for prepare for the coming of Christ. How will you ready yourself?  Our church has an answer. Every Wednesday of Advent, from Dec. 5 to Dec. 19, a meal and DVD series will be offered on the Gospel passages relating to the coming of Christ into the world. The series will begin at 6:30 P.M. and be held in Marist Hall The DVD ("The Infancy Narratives of Jesus") will consist of a twenty-minute presentation followed by a discussion. We will enjoy a specially prepared simple meal during the presentation. Please note: Wednesday's Mass during Advent will be celebrated at 6:00 P.M. to enable you to attend the Advent program.

Feeling Lucky?The Knights of Columbus Council 603 are sponsoring an Elimination Dinner on Friday, December 7th at St. Brendan’s Church in Elkins. Tickets are $40 per couple. Dinner is from 6-7 p.m. with a DJ and dancing after dinner. Many cash prizes are available for ticket holders. Tickets are limited; see Mike Gasper to purchase yours today.

Cookies for the TroopsMeetings This Week

Women’s Book Study – Thursday 11/15 – 6:30 p.m. in Marist Hall

– Saturday, 11/17 in Marist

This Christmas the Knights of Columbus will again be sending packages of cookies to active duty military personnel. We need correct, full addresses for any service members you know who are serving stateside or deployed overseas. We also need donations of cookies, brownies, fudge, etc, to enclose in the packages. We will be collecting names through November 25 and cookies, and other goodiesthe weekend of November 24/25. Thank you for your kind support. If you have questions please contact Mike Ashley or Mike Gasper. Thanks, Mike Ashley

Campaign for Human DevelopmentThis week’s Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development addresses the root causes of poverty in America through promotion and support of community-controlled, self-help organizations and transformative education. Grants are awarded by the Subcommittee on the Catholic Campaign for Human Development with the approval of local bishops. Check out the bulletin insert!

The Angel Tree ProjectThe Christian Concerns Committee is getting ready for our annual Advent "Angel Tree" Project.  This year we will be collecting items for two worthy organizations. Christian Help is located in Mingo County and is run by Sister Teresa Carew. You may have seen an article in The Catholic Spirit about them.  Also, we will be collecting supplies needed by our local Depression/Bi-Polar Support Alliance. We will place Christmas trees in Marist Hall and in the

church's front entry with special ornaments asking for an item to be brought in by mid-December and we will deliver them where needed.  Some ornaments may ask for a fruit basket for a shut-in Parishioner also. They were so appreciated last year, that we want to do this again. Thank-you for helping us with this project. More details to come soon.

November SoulCore DatesYou are invited to join the SoulCore classes on Tuesday, November, 20 and 27 which begin at 6 p.m. in Marist Hall! If you have been wanting to try SoulCore, but have not wanted to get on the floor to do the exercises, this is the class for you!  We will be praying the Rosary and exercising while sitting in chairs!  For more information, see Rachel Weber!Prayers, Please!Robert Fulton, Mary Plocki, Joe Morton, Kim Casella, Mike Derico, The Family of Janine Robinson, the Jones Family, James Dunn Family, Braden Berry, Mary Kimberly Moore, Lorene Hardman, Kate Deasy, Rosemary Austin, Shana Erickson, Victor Zara, Msgr Michael Doyle, Brenda Gullo, Kimberly Moore, Allen Rosenbury, Bob Shutran, Mike Hanson, Marsha Garton, Mike Farah, Phil Halligan, Shaelyn Posey, Rose DeProspero, Sheila Marsh, Chris, Pat Marsh, Rose Mary Tomblyn, Vonda Brandt, Janice Korish, Aaron Walden, Hugh Hensil, Roger Abel, Randy Trent, Jessie Disbrow, Mary Carpino, Barbara Elmore, Macyah Riley, April Pierson-Keating, Jalen Welcome, Michael Cougar, Steve Vernarsky, Terry Patterson, Carmel Lantz, Jane Baxter, John Semsindiver, Karen Trent, Tom Sears, Joe Queen, Gene Zara, Mark Cerullo, Jeanne Norlin, Lonnie Bennett, Fr. Ron NikodemPlease pray for all men and women serving in the

military.Please pray for our homebound

Gene and Mary Stump, Jeanette Willett, Denna Bayless, Virginia Cerullo, Anna Stalnaker, Ron Frye, Gerald Hackney, Rocena Asbury, John Sneberger, Betty Ledford, Bob Jeran, Lorraine McLean, James McCartney. Nancy Beverlin, Shirley Linger, Rosey Ketterman, Shirley Helmick, William McC

Last Week’s CollectionEnvelopes: $2,873.00

Loose: $149.00Missing a bulletin?

You can find all of our bulletins on our Holy Rosary webpage. Just navigate to www.holyrosarywv.org!

Celebrate With your Parish Family!Now accepting November celebrations!November 8 Carroll WestfallNovember 9 Kristen SayreNovember 10 Patty SayreNovember 16 Amelia Derico November 17 Ed PoachNovember 17 Mary KrinerNovember 19 John Kriner November 19 Greg Jasinto

November 20 Reese AllbrightNovember 24 Sarah ZiemsNovember 25 Mary Derico

Wedding Anniversaries: Libby and Charles Anderegg- Nov. 21 - 65 years – Congratulations!

A Joyful Heads UPHere's a "heads up" worth remembering. Our church is having a Christmas party! We'll be gathering on December 9 at 5:00 p.m. in Marist Hall. Circle that date. The party will include pot luck dinner, sing-a-longs, games for children, drawings, and a special guest appearance (care to guess?).  Look for more information in future bulletins.

Lector schedules for December 2018 - February 2019 are ready to be picked up by the following people:  Mary Blake, Joe Broslawski, Iris Carillo, Virginia Carmona, Nicholas Cutright, Andrea Ellis, Shanna Ericsson, Jalna Jones, Hannah Gjolberg, Skip Gjolberg, Linda Hicks, Sandy Kraynok, Pat Marsh, Jesse Skiles, John Waltz, Sister Francesca, and Mike Wilson.

Server ScheduleSaturday, Nov. 17- WalkersSunday, Nov. 18- Posts Saturday, Nov. 25 – Fryes and AddisonSunday, Nov. 26 – Posts and Vincent

Prayer Shawl MinistryThe Prayer Shawl Ministry will not meet the 3rd Wednesday of November because it is the day before Thanksgiving. We will meet on December 5, from 9 – 10:30 a.m. Come and join us and bring your knitting. If you have any questions regarding meeting times, or if you need directions, call P.T. @ 304-460-2756. All are welcome.

Concert DatesMany of our parishioners support other musical groups throughout the year. This Christmas season, mark your calendars for some delightful concerts that will help you ring in the Christmas season! We would love to see our Holy Rosary Friends in attendance!The Messiah (Christmas portion) Friday, November 30 – 7:30 p.m. at the WVWC Chapel. Bring your Messiah scores and sing along with the Buckhannon Choral Society or just relax and enjoy!The Shinnston Band Concert will play three Christmas concerts in our area. Last year, even Santa made an appearance!Dec. 1 - Shinnston @ approx. 7:00 pm (after the parade), Dec. 4 - Robinson Grand Theatre in Clarksburg - 7 pm and Dec 8 - Way of Holiness Church - Rte. 33 Buckhannon - 4 pm

Psalm Response “You are my inheritance, O Lord.”

Knights Selling Christmas CardsThe Knights of Columbus will again be selling boxed Christmas cards this holiday season. A member of the Knights will be in Marist Hall after each liturgy to take your order on Nov. 17/18 and Nov. 24/25. The cards will be available for pickup on December 1st. Payment must be made at the time of the order. Thanks for your participation.

A Thanksgiving PrayerEternal Spirit of Justice and Love, at this time of Thanksgiving, we would be aware of our dependence on the earth and on the sustaining presence of other human beings both living and gone before us. For them, we give thanksgiving. As we partake of Bread and Wine, may we remember that there are many for whom sufficient bread is a luxury, or for whom wine, when attainable, is only an escape. Let our thanksgiving for God’s bounty include a commitment to changing the world, that those who are now hungry may be filled and those without hope may be given courage. Amen.

Eucharistic LiturgiesSaturday, Nov. 17

5 p.m. – No Mass (WVWC)7 p.m – Parishioners (Holy Rosary)

Sunday, Nov. 189 a.m. – Paul Coughlin (Holy Rosary) Noon – no Mass

Monday, Nov. 197:30 a.m. – Mary Shutran (dec) (Hospital)

Tuesday, Nov. 207:30 a.m. – Anthony Cistaro (Hospital)

Wednesday, Nov. 216:30 p.m. - Adoration7 p.m. – Special Intention for Health (Holy Rosary)

Thursday, Nov. 22 THANKSGIVING9 a.m. – The Pallottines (Holy Rosary)

Friday, Nov. 23 7:30 a.m.– Sid Holic (Hospital)

Saturday, Nov. 245 p.m. – No Mass7 p.m. – Lafferre Family (Holy Rosary)

Sunday, Nov. 259 a.m. – Parishioners (Holy Rosary) Noon - No Mass (Sacred Heart)