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St. Michael & St. Francis Xavier Bulletin November 19 & 20, 2016 Pastor: Fr. Harry Tully .
Our Lord Jesus Christ The King
SAVE YOURSELFThe attitude of “looking out for number one” reigns supreme in many
parts of our society, even in parts of our Church. That attitude informs the Gospel passage today, as we hear three times the challenge made to Jesus to “save himself” from his awful, humiliating death on the cross. The rulers of his own people sneer at him, the soldiers jeer at him, one of the criminals crucified with him reviles him; all treat him with scorn at his refusal or inability to “look out for number one,” to save himself. But if there is any doubt about the ability of Jesus to save, it is erased in his words to the other criminal: “Today you will be with me in Paradise” (Luke 23:43). If there is disbelief about the cross being the source of all salvation, reconciliation, and peace, it is eradicated in the Letter to the Colossians. Christ, in whom the fullness of all things dwells, the firstborn of all creation, is also the firstborn from the dead, and it is the blood of his cross that flows with the eternal life of heaven.
SAVE USIn Roman crucifixion, crosses had little plank seats upon which the
bodies of the crucified were propped. Their bodies, growing heavy with weakening and dying, would likely fall off without this seat. This seat, propping up the body of Jesus as it gasped for its final breaths, is the royal seat of our Savior and King. For us, he sat upon that most horrid throne. Like us, Jesus would agree that you have to look out for “number one.” The difference is that at the words “number one” he wouldn’t jab a jaunty thumb at his own chest. He’d extend a loving embrace between earth and heaven for each of us, the children of earth, the little ones in whom his own face shines. The rulers, the soldiers, one of the criminals, all were skeptical about the saving power of our King, because he would not—and they presumed could not—save himself. What this King shows all of us is that God’s power is to save us, to remember us in his kingdom, to take us with him to the light of Paradise.
Today’s Readings: 2 Samuel 5:1–3; Psalm 122:1–5; Colossians 1:12–20; Luke 23:35–43
Fr. Harry Tully, [email protected] Emergency #812-218-9219 or 502-931-1499 Website - www.stmichaelstfrancis.com E-Mail - [email protected]. Michael - 101 St. Michael Drive, Charlestown, In 47111 Ph. 812-256-3200 Office Hours – 9:00 am-1:30 pm Tues. Wed., & Fri.St. Francis Xavier – 101 North Ferguson, Henryville, IN 47126, Ph. 812-294-4682 Office Hours – Thursday 9:30am-2:00pmReconciliation – 5:00 pm Saturday or call the RectoryMarriage – Please contact the pastor a year in advance. Advent and Lent are not times for celebrations.Baptisms of Infants or Adults Joining the Church – Must be a practicing/registered member for three months. Please contact the DRE: St. Michael–Juliann Eickholtz, St. Francis–Father TullyNew To The Parish: Please call the office to register. Please introduce yourself to the pastor at mass.Parishioners Who Are Ill: Please call the pastor if a relative or friend is sick. Bulletin Announcements: Get all bulletin announcements to the office in writing by Tuesday evening.
Los Enfermos Es muy importante comunicarse con el Padre (debido a las leyes privadas, los hospitales no se comunican con las iglesias).Doctrina Cristiana: Las clases de educación religiosa para niños son cada domingo de 9:30 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. en la escuela. Recuerden que la Arquidiócesis requiere que los que van a recibir los sacramentos estén inscritos en las clases de religión. Monaguillos: Los niños que quieran ayudar como monaguillos en el altar tienen su ensayo el segundo domingo de cada mes después de la misa de 11:00 a.m. Estos niños y niñas tienen que haber hecho la Primera Comunión. Los interesados comunicarse con Pbro.
Mass Schedule Mass Intentions
St. M 11/21 Mon No MassSt. FXSt. M
11/22 Tue No MassSt. FX
St. M 11/23 Wed 5:00 PM Mass
St. M 11/24 Thurs 10:00 AM Thanksgiving Day Mass
St. M 11/25 Friday 12:00 PM No Mass
St. M 11/26 Sat 4:30 PM Leonard EickholtzSt. FX
11/27 Sun
9:00 AM Robert Masters
St. M 11:00 AMFor the People of St.
Michael & St. Francis Xavier
St. M 12.30 PM En Español
Dear Parishioners, This weekend we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King. Our church calendar is a retelling of Salvation History from the beginning to the final appearance of the Lord Jesus in all glory, the end of time and the world as we know it. Next weekend we begin the year, and the story, again with the first Sunday of Advent. This "new" Church year marks the beginning of the three year cycle of readings we use at Sunday Mass. We finish year "C" this weekend and begin year "A" next weekend. Each year features readings from one of the synoptic gospels, Matthew, Mark and Luke. Each of the three cycles contain sections from the gospel of John, usually during Easter. As we begin this sacred time let us strive to grow in our relationship with the Lord through a greater attention to the readings of Mass and commitment to living is such a way as to exhibit more kindness, encouragement, and prayer. May our example bring our friends and family who have fallen away back to Mass and the sacraments as we journey together to the great Coming of Christ in glory. Thanks to all who have responded to the United Catholic Appeal. Let us reach our goal and go beyond for the good of the diocese and the glory of God.Have a great peace, filled Thanksgiving.Fr. TullyPS. Don’t forget Mass on Thanksgiving Morning!
The Archdiocese of Indianapolis United Catholic Appeal supports ministries in central and southern Indiana focusing on faith formation, Catholic education, vocations, priests’ retirement, and programs that care for people in need. Reaching the annual appeal goal of $6.2 million depends on your cheerful and gracious support to respond to these many areas of ministry needs. If you have not had the opportunity to give to the United Catholic Appeal, please make your gift now. Any small amount will make a BIG difference. If you have already made your gift to the United Catholic Appeal, thank you for your support. Your gift is tax deductible. Go ahead — Be Happy! www.archindy.org/UCA 2
ST. MICHAEL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER812-256-3503 Rita Poff Director
Mon-Fri. 7AM-6PMInfant Care/Day Care: Full or part time
Before & After Care: ages 6-12Summer Camp: ages 6-12
Pre-School: 9-11:30AM Tues. & Thurs.Pre-K: 9-11:30AM or 12:30-3PM Mon. Wed. & Fri.
ST. MICHAEL Charlestown
EucharistSat – 4:30 pm
Sun – 11:00 amLa Misa en Español
Domingo – 12:30 pm
St Michael parish is in need of Mass Intentions.Mass Intentions
Saturday Evening: Antoinette Marking Sunday 11:00 am: Special IntentionSunday 12:30 pm: The Latino Community
Faith Formation Classes are held on Sunday mornings for children three years of age up through high school. If your child does not attend a Catholic school, they should be enrolled in the FF program. Registration forms are available on the parish website. www.stmichaelstfrancis.com.
Our Sunday morning faith classes have gotten off to a great start this year, with many new students present.
Faith Formation News
Pre-school to Grade 12. There is still time for additional students to join us. We are learning and deepening our knowledge of our Catholic faith-So we encourage parents who might be thinking about it, to go ahead and enroll their children and teens in our program. Our calendar and registration forms are available at www.stmichaelstfrancis.com.
Bible Study Class Update Classes are on Monday nights at 6:30-8:00pm in the Rectory meeting room.
Faith Formation Calendar:November 20th- Session Thirteen November 27-Thanksgiving Weekend Faith Formation No ClassNovember 27-Confirmation CHOSEN Lesson 15-16December 4th- Session FourteenDecember 11th- Session 15 Rosary & Music/ Christmas Practice, 11:00 Mass, Youth Choir, Gift Bearers Grade 2December 11th- Confirmation CHOSEN Lesson 17-18December 18th- Session Sixteen Christmas Program PracticeDecember 25th to January 1st- Christmas Break No Class
Christmas InformationPlans are in the making for a Parish Christmas Program, it will be before the Christmas Eve Mass that is at 4:00pm. Practice time will be Sunday morning at 10:00am on December 11th and December 18th. December 18th will be a dress rehearsal. Youth of the parish are invited regardless of the school they attend. Please let Nathan Fouts or Juliann know if your children would be able to participate by December 4th.
Thanks to last week’s assistants: Cheryl Mann. Assistants are needed each week. Thanks to our Youth Choir Organist, Nancy Kinder. Thanks to our Youth Choir Director, Jessica Sarver. Thanks to the Youth Choir members for the November Mass: Adalyn Lathem, Maelyn Sarver, Ava Lathem, Adela Zimbro, John Kinser, Kaylee Kinser, and Iasac Kinder. Thanks to the servers: Dylan Kinser & Stephen Dumeyer. Thanks to the Gift Bearers: Ezra Fouts, Audrey Bone, Lillie Bone and Haley Roederer. We encourage parents to attend Mass with their children. This enables the children to integrate what they learn in their Faith Formation classes with weekly participation in the liturgy.
Please keep in your prayers our First Reconciliation students: Luis Gomez, Andres Gomez, Ernesto Hernandez, & Ava Lathem.
Reminder: Rosary to Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated every 12th day of the month at 7pm.
We ask parishioners to please bring a non perishable item to be donated to the North Clark Outreach
Center. There is a wooden box for donations in the church lobby. Thank you for your contribution.
Confirmation News: Our next lesson is Sunday, November 27th @ 2:00p.m., in the St. Michael Multipurpose Room. Please be on time. If you are absent, please contact Juliann for the makeup DVD'S. Please be working on those service hours. Don't forget to read Lesson 15 "Why do I have to go to Mass?" and Lesson 16 "What does mean to say, I do?" Please have your homework up to date. We will be asking for service hours update. Retreats are an important part of the Confirmation process and our candidates need to sign up with the New Albany Deanery (WWW.NADYOUTH.ORG). The parish picks up ½ of the cost. Parents and sponsors please talk to your candidate and bring registration to Juliann. John Kinser is attending the Junior Retreat this weekend. Please keep him in your prayers. If you have questions please ask Juliann.
Please keep in your prayers our Confirmation Candidates: Ky Baltz( RCIA), Abigail Banet, Jacob Coomes, Madison Coomes, Lillie Dumeyer, Jovanny Alexis Guzman, Amanda Hernandez, Gage Higdon, Megan Jackson, Johnie Wayne Kinser, William Martin, Tim Stefan, Aaron Ulrich, Adela Guadalupe Zimbro.
Remember Sacrament Preparation, the Faith Formation Commission and the Archdiocese states that a child must be enrolled and attend classes a year before receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation, First Eucharist, or Confirmation. For Confirmation you must be in Grade 10, registered and attend Faith Formation this year.
St. Michael Ministries ScheduleSat Nov 26, 4:30 pm– St. Michael Eucharistic Ministers: G. Minnick & J. SchaferServers: J. WorleyGift Bearers: Ralph Cecil Family Cantor: J/M WaffordMusician: C. EickholtzLector: Carolyn Stauffer
Sun. Nov 27, 11:00 am – St. Michael Eucharistic Ministers: C. Dunn, M. Cox & M. Edmond Servers: VolunteerGift Bearers: Rodney Stone FamilyCantors: S/S Buit Musician: N. Kinder Lector: Stephen Dumeyer
Angel TreeIf you know a family that could use a little extra help this year during the holidays please call the rectory.
The Rosary is said at St. Michael at 4:00 before Saturday Evening Mass and at 10:30 before Sunday
Mass
The Advent Season is not far off. Are you prepared for this celebration through song? Our second music prep. session has been scheduled for Tuesday, November 22 at 6:30pm in the church. All music will be taken from our United in Christ music books in the pews and will be sung from the pews. This is not a choir practice. The focus will be to review familiar songs and learn a few new ones. Everyone is invited regardless of age. Your participation is needed to help make our weekend masses more meaningful and fulfilling for all. If you need more information, call Nancy Kinder at (502)773-1849.
CollectionNovember 12 & 13St. Michael $ 3,112.85 St Francis Xavier $ 1,667.00
ST. FRANCIS XAVIERHenryville
EucharistSunday
9:00amSunday Mass Intention: Norma Higdon & Betty Bach
St. Francis Faith Formation Calendar
November 20th ClassNovember 27th No Class-ThanksgivingDecember 4th No Class-Feast of St. Francis DinnerDecember 11th ClassDecember 18th No Class-Christmas Break
St. Francis Xavier Ministries Schedule
Sun. Nov.27, 9:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Mike Harbeson, Jennifer Haycraft & Tom MayesServers: Ben Ulrich, Andrew Banet & Gage HigdonUshers: Jack Murphy & Tom NolotGift Bearers: Anthony & Sandy Harbeson Family Lector: Philip Carter
The Fish Fry at St. Francis will be the first Friday of each month 5-
7pm. Come out and enjoy! The menu includes fish, fries, slaw, fried biscuits,
drinks & desserts. Thanks to everyone for your support.To everything there is a season and a time to every
purpose under heaven a time to be born a time to love
a time to heal a time to die and a time of peace.” PLEASE PRAY FOR HEALTH & STRENGTH:
Carolina Aguirre Martin, Bruce Blair, Alicia Blair, Kayla Bowling, Sherry Buit, Bobby Caudill, Glen Cole, Tom Cooper, Ted Dean, Bernice Donahue, Erik Furnish, Adam Drury, Jeanette Drury, Dorothy Faris, Rita Hamerla, Don Hamerla, Sandy Hostettler, Nathan Koons, David Lerster, David Long, Terri Lynn Maples, Cheryl Marcilliat, Carol Maymon, Aldine McRae, Kathy Missi, Michael Murphy, Liz Cooper, Esther Toby Nelson, Ian Newland, Mitch Newland, Willard Nolan, Ms. Peyton, David Puzon, Carroll Schafer, Estelle Scott, Danielle Shipley, Clarence Smith, Dorothy Smith, Mariam State, Aimee Stefan, Christy Stepp, Isabella ‘Izzy” Stepp, Jack Stewart, Mike Thise, Joseph Douglas VanDyke JR., Lynn Vogt, Isabell Wade, Chris Wafford, Logan Westerhouse, Agnes Withers, George Wimsett, Rose Wimsett, Jim Witten, Tim Wolfe, Kay Yotter, Emma Yount, Donnie Zollman. Names will remain on the list for 6 months unless you tell us to remove them or request that they be kept longer.
Solemnity of Christ the King Theme: In Christ, everything continues in being.Ordinary Time- For a large part of the liturgical year, we devote ourselves to listening to the mystery of Christ in all its aspects unfolded as we seek God’s truth and understanding. Step 1: As you hear this familiar story of Jesus on the cross, what words or phrases catch your attention in this reading, what touches your heart?Step 2: Look into your life.Children: Jesus is always kind to those who love him. How so you show love for Jesus? Youth & Adults: This week we celebrate Christ the King in the best sense of the word, a King is someone who cares for the people under his care, and also has authority over them. When have you felt Jesus care for you? How do you allow Jesus to have authority over you?
The 2017 Calendars are at the church doors. Help yourself to the calendars they are donated to us by Grayson’s Funeral Home.
The Knights of Columbus invite all parishioners to a Christmas party on December 10th after mass, the Knights will provide the meat and drinks. They would like everyone to bring a covered dish, no presents for this party please. SANTA will be there so please bring your children.Please call the Rectory to RSVP as soon as possible.
