September 20, 2015
St. Stephen Parish
27519 Monroe Rd. 533
Monroe City, MO 63456
Holy Rosary Rectory
735-4718
Pastor
Very Rev. Michael W. Penn, V.F.
Deacon Mike Long
Current and past bulletins
may be viewed at
St. Stephen's website: www.ststephencatholicchurch.org
Scripture Readings for September 27, 2015
Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Numbers 11:25- 29: Moses said to Joshua, “Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the people of the Lord were prophets!”
Psalm 19:8, 10, 12-13, 14: "The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart."
James 5:1-6: “Come now, you rich, weep and wail over your impending miseries, Your wealth has rotted away.”
Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48: Jesus reassured the disciples, “Whoever is not against us is for us…. If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off.”
The English translation of the Psalm Response from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. 2) Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the diocese of the United States of America, copyright 1998, 1970, Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc. Washington, and DC. Used with permission. All rights reserved. No part of the Lectionary for Mass may be reproduced by any means without permission in writing from the copyright owner.
Prayer for Priests program: We are asked to include these priests in our daily prayer intentions:
Date Priest Assignment
09/20 Rev. Wayne Boyer Taos
09/21 Rev. John Henderson Perry, Paris
09/22 Rev. Philip Kane Pilot Grove, Clear Creek, Clifton City
09/23 Rev. Michael Murphy Salisbury
09/24 Very Rev. Gregory Meystrik Jeff City, St. Peter
09/25 Rev. Daniel Lueckenotte Camdenton
09/26 Rev. John Schmitz Jeff City, St. Peter
September 13th Offertory ~ $1,823.50
~ PARISH NEWS ~
· The Cemetery Committee will hold a meeting Tuesday, September 29th at 7:00 PM in the rectory.
· Pastoral Council: The next meeting will be Tuesday, October 13th at 7:00 PM. at the rectory.
· Altar Society News: The annual dues of $15.00 may be given or mailed to Kaye Spalding or Amanda Spalding.
· The next KC meeting will be Thursday, October 1st at 7:00 PM.
· Choir practice will be held Tuesday, September 22nd at 6:30 PM. All interested are encouraged to join.
~ SCHOOL NEWS ~
· Student MassonFriday, September 25th, will be led by the seventh grade students.Eucharistic ministers are Sonja Greeves, Ruth Ann Lorenson, Joann Franklin.
· School Board Electionswill be held next weekend,September 26/27 at Holy Rosary. Two members are to be elected. Present board members are: Michael Purol, Matt Harris, Loree Seward, Cathy Jo Pfaff and Frank Lemongelli. Nominees for the election include: Maria Harris,Glenn Thome,Anna Potterfield,David Hays, Josh Potterfield and Adam Oswald. Additional nominees can be named by calling Sr. Sue (735-2422).
· P.T.O. Meetingwill be held onThursday, September 24th, beginning at7:00in the school cafeteria.
· Softball Gameson the home field vs. Louisiana at5:00onMonday, September 21st, and vs. Hannibal on Tuesday, September 22nd at5:00.
· Football Gameat Van Far onTuesday, September 22nd, at6:00.
NEXT WEEK’S DAILY MASS SCHEDULE AT
HOLY ROSARY
Day Time Intention
Mon. Scripture Service 7:30 AM Leader-Marie Little
Tues. 7:30 AM Harry & Rosie Kendrick
Wed. 7:30 AM Purgatorial Society
Thurs. 7:30 AM Rose Mary Straub Davison
Fri. Student Liturgy 8:20 AM Joe Hays
Sat. 5:30 PM Bertha Williams
Sun. St. Stephen 8:00 AM Families of St. Stephen and
Holy Rosary
Holy Rosary 9:30 AM Joe & Glenda Long (living)
RECONCILIATION
Ordinary Reconciliation Schedule:
Saturday 4:30 – 5:00 PM at Holy Rosary
Sunday 7:30–7:55 AM at St. Stephen
(Or by appointment. Call Holy Rosary Rectory at 735-4718)
~ FROM THE PASTOR'S DESK ~
The Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Being first in the world seems to be a priority. One is recognized as being successful by accumulating as many riches and items as possible, even if you have to step on or over someone to accomplish this goal. Jesus counters this way of thought. To be first; one must be last. To be the greatest; one must be the servant. These are requirements to enter and share eternal glory with Jesus, the Son of God, who came to be the Servant of us all. Jesus models for us what it truly means to be first and the greatest: to be the servant of all and the last of all. May Jesus give us the grace to accomplish this.
Today is Catechetical Sunday and this year the day’s focus is, “Safeguarding the Dignity of Every Human Person.” Our parishes will observe this special day next Sunday at the 9:30 a.m. Mass at Holy Rosary when those who have been designated to serve this year as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for this ministry. This day gives each of us the opportunity to pray and reflect on the importance of our individual vocation to hand on the Faith and witnessing to the Lord in all we do. As sons and daughters of our Heavenly Father and as members of the one community of Faith, may all of us, today and especially next Sunday, along with our catechists, re-dedicate ourselves to our baptismal commitment to service and witness.
I wish to welcome and thank Father Joseph Zimmerman, O.F.M. who is celebrating Mass today while I am attending the Knights of the Holy Sepulcher meeting in Minneapolis. I appreciate Father Zimmerman’s willingness to be here.
~ ST. STEPHEN KC'S FOOTBALL RAFFLE ~
The St. Stephen Knights of Columbus are conducting their annual NFL football raffle. Cash prizes of $6,125 will be given away throughout the 17 week football season. Your $20 ticket makes you eligible to win every week of the season. No action or football knowledge is needed to win. Contact one of the Knights to purchase tickets.
~ D OF I NEWS ~
In the planning is the Birthday Party celebrating the 96th year of receiving our charter on October 8th, 2015. This evening will include a salad supper honoring members, a visit from the State Regent, Jan Kolten and the installation of the officers for 2015-2017. More information about this event will be published after the September meeting.
~ BLOOD DRIVE ~
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, September 21st at Holy Rosary's KC Hall from 1:00-6:00 PM. Please bring a picture ID. Thank you!
~ PLEASE KEEP IN PRAYER ~
Jim Hunt, Troy Ritter, Deanna Buckman,
Jeremy Smith, Alfred Timbrook, J.D. Underhill,
Rosemary Evans, Joe Kendrick, Phyllis Taylor,
Sue Gilbert, Jim Gamble, Deborah Thomas Baumann,
Don & Liz Gander, Trevor Lagle, Pat Hays,
Irene Wolf, Kyndal Underwood
For all who are ill, especially those who are awaiting surgery or seriously ill, and for their care-takers, we pray to the Lord.
If a family member is ill, injured or disabled please call and let us know so that we may put them on our sick list for prayers. We don’t know unless you call, and we cannot put a name on the sick list without your permission. Names will remain in the bulletin for two weeks, unless otherwise notified. The power of prayer is very strong and healing.
Sick, homebound or nursing home? If you hear of or know of someone who falls into these categories please have an immediate family member contact us at Holy Rosary's rectory office, 735-4718, so we can minister to their spiritual needs
~ PSR/RCIA ~
· Grade school PSR: Class September 23rd, @ 3:15.
· 7th-10th grade: Class September 27th.
· Confirmation Class: Class September 27th. The talk this week will be on Faith. All who would like to attend are welcome!
· Do you know someone who might be interested in joining the Catholic Church? RCIA classes will be starting in September. Please encourage anyone who might be interested to give Deacon Mike a call at 573-735-4718 for more information.
~ CHRP NEWS ~
· The Women's CRHP Prayer Service will be held onSunday, September 27that St. Stephen's Church immediately after Mass. All are welcome and encouraged to come!
· CHRP dates: Women's – September 26-27 and February 20-21. Men's – January 23-24
~ PROLIFE GARAGE SALE ~
The annual Holy Rosary/St. Stephen's Pro-Life Garage Sale will be held October 15th – 17th in the Holy Rosary KC Hall in Monroe City. The sale will be open Thursday, Oct. 15th 4:00-6:30 PM for "early birds" at a $1.00 donation. Friday's hours are 10:00-7:00 PM and Saturday, 8:00 AM to noon. There is no door charge Friday or Saturday. Everything, except otherwise marked, will be half price on Saturday morning.
Drop off dates areOctober 12th, 13th and 14th. Leftovers from your yard sales are welcome. Any questions call Charlotte Schneider 735-2082 or Pat Kendrick 735-2541.
~ HOLY ROSARY TRUNK OR TREAT ~
We are looking for groups and individuals to decorate their trunks with a family friendly theme and pass out candy on Halloween from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM behind Holy Rosary School. If you are interested, please call the parish office at 735-4718 for more details or register in the vestibule of church. We are also looking for donations of bagged candy for this event. If you would like to donate, you may leave your candy donations in the designated box in the vestibule or you may drop it off at the parish office between 9:00 AM - noon and 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Monday through Friday. We thank you in advance for your generous support of our Parish activities.
~ MONROE CITY FOOD BANK ~
The Food Bank will be holding their monthly distribution on Friday, October 16th from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. Please remember those in need by making donations of food and leaving them in St. Stephen's or Holy Rosary's vestibule.
~ NEW NFP COURSE ~
The Couple to Couple League (CCL) has just launched a new Self-Paced Online Natural Family Planning course, designed with busy couples in mind!! Learn NFP at your own pace in the comfort of your home for an introductory cost of $99. Register or locate a local on-site class atregister.ccli.org. (Financial assistance may be available upon request prior to registering.) For questions or more information, emailor call573-449-8342(Christian & Kate Basi).
~ ADORATION CHAPEL HOURS ~
Adoration Chapel Hours available:
Sunday 3-4 PM
Saturdaynoon – 1 PM;3-4 PM
We don't have many hours open right now. But with winter coming we will have some of our elderly giving up their hours for the winter. If you think you could take an hour for the winter let us know. Keep watching the bulletin for available open hours and we still need subs.Thank you. Phyllis Campbell - 573-795-2290.
*Liturgy Appointments
September 20 – Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Rosary Veronica O'Connor
Greeter John Jansen
Music Sr. Sue Walker & Floyd Buckman
Song Leader Kathy Anderson
Servers Bailey Hays & Tyler Hays
Lector Julie Hays
Offertory Mark & Rose McNally
Communion Ministers P.A. & Kay Turnbull, Lee Anderson, Deanna Buckman, Henri Hays
Counters Amanda Spalding, Sally Lemongelli
September 27 – Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Rosary Lynn Ogle
Greeter Eric & Beth Keller
Music Jan Gottman & Debby Quinn
Song Leader The Choir
Servers Dennis & Kaye Spalding
Lector Judy Irons
Offertory Albert & Ruthie Miles
Communion Ministers Peggy Spalding, Sally Lemongelli, Rose McNally, Laura Mulvaney, Lynn Ogle
Counters Amanda Spalding, Ralph & Sherri Lemongelli
October 4 – Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Rosary Nancy Shively
Greeter Robert Keller
Music Peggy Spalding & Debby Quinn
Song Leader Julienne Burns
Servers Alexis Lloyd & Elizabeth Hagan
Lector Frank Lemongelli
Offertory Tyson & Laura Mulvaney
Communion Ministers Maureen Lemongelli, Marie Purol, Nancy Shively,
Mary Sims, Beth Whelan
Counters Dane Foster, Joe & Marie Purol
Ushers for September
Steve Yates, John Yates, Jr., Stan Zurweller, Dan Adam
Ushers for October
Lee Anderson, Matt Anderson, Glenn Bichsel, Floyd Buckman
* All Liturgy appointees for the Mass, please check with the Sacristan 15 minutes before Mass so all Eucharistic ministries are covered.
Pastoral Council Members: Chair., Sam Smith; V. Chair., Joe Shively; Sec'y, Darin Underhill; Glenn Bichsel, Dane Foster and Amanda Spalding.
Finance Committee: Pres. Shane Spalding; Sec'y. Kathy Anderson; David Hays
K of C’s: Grand Knight, Matt Hays; Deputy Grand Knight, Eric Keller; Recording Secretary, Tyson Mulvaney; Financial Secretary, Shane Spalding
Altar Society Officers: Pres., Amanda Spalding; V. Pres., Katie Underhill, Treas., Kaye Spalding
Picnic Committee: Coordinator, Frank & Sally Lemongelli; Treas., Shane Spalding
Cemetery Committee: Pres., Joe Purol; V. Pres., Bill Smith, Treas., Marie Purol, Nick Hays,
Dwayne Williams, Matt Hays
Cemetery Clean-Up Dates: Second Saturday of March, beginning at 9:00 AM