scripture readings for the week of the trinity

scripture readings for the week of the trinity

ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH
HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA
CALENDAR
Saturday, September 24 26TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
4-5:00 PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation
5:15 PM
MASS (+ Mike Croce)
7:00 PM
MASS/Spanish (Estrella & Miguel Vallecillos)
Sunday, September 25
8:00 AM
MASS (Matt Thiel) Rosary7:30 AM
6-8:45 AM
Hispanic St. Emmaus Prayer Grp–SebChapel & AC
9:15-10:30AM Children and Adult Faith Formation
11:00 AM
MASS (Bob and Mary Hay & Family) Rosary 10:30A
12:15 PM
Hispanic Meal – Holy Family Hall
1:00 PM
MASS Spanish(+EduardoDeLaSancha) Ros. 12:30
2:15 PM
Hispanic Meal – Holy Family Hall
5:15 PM
LIFETEEN MASS (Parishioners)Life Night/Parents
Monday, September 26
9:00 AM
MASS (Stuart King) Sebastian Chapel
5:30 PM
Pastoral Council - Parlor
7:00 PM
Hispanic Saturday Choirs – Music Room & Lounge
Tuesday, September 27
9:00 AM
MASS (Brady Stober) Sebastian Chapel
10:00 AM
Bible Study - Parlor
1-2:30 PM
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – Nursery
5:45-6:45PM Men’s Cursillo – Parlor
6-8:00 PM
Hispanic St. Tomas - Holy Family Hall
6:45 PM
Catholic Scripture Study – Video Room
7:00 PM
Sunday Choirs Practice – Music Room
7:00 PM
Cenacle Prayer Group – Sebastian Chapel
Wednesday, September 28
SEPTEMBER 25, 2016
We will have a Newcomer Dinner in Holy Family
Hall on Thursday, October 20 at 6:00 PM for
everyone that has registered in our parish since
April 15, 2016. Please call the office to R.S.V.P. to
the letter that was sent to our newcomers this
past week and join us for food and fellowship. I hope you plan to
join us for the Trunk or Treat at the church parking lot on Friday,
October 28 from 6:00-8:00PM. Pick a theme, register your trunk,
decorate it, get some candy, and have lots of fun. Many thanks to
the Hispanic Emmaus Men’s Group for assisting with the
landscaping project at the rectory and for placing railroad tie
borders in the south parking lots. St. Aloysius had the largest
participation at the Eucharistic Congress on September 9 & 10.
Many thanks to the roughly 800 people from our parish who
attended the Congress. Fr. Nohé said, “Next year, we will have
over 1,000 people!”
- Sincerely Yours in Christ Fr. Larry LoMonaco
BLESSING OF ANIMALS
We will have a Blessing of Animals, next Saturday, October 1st
at 9:30 AM (following the 9:00 AM Mass in Sebastian Chapel) in the
upper parking lot. Bring your favorite animal….dog, cat, bird, horse,
whatever - on a leash or contained in such a manner not to be a
safety hazard. The blessing of animals, domestic and agricultural,
has long been a tradition in our Church. It asks blessing upon all
who have pets to give them a sense of appreciation and to provide
proper care for God’s creatures.
4:30-5:45 PM K-6 Faith Formation
5:15 PM
MASS (+ Loreta Wolfe) Church Rosary 4:45
5:45-7:00 PM Hispanic Children’s Choir – Sebastian Chapel
6-7:00 PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation – Church
6:00 PM
ARK Team/7:00 PM CORE – Lower Level
6:45-8:15PM Jr. High Faith Formation – Holy Family Hall
7:00 PM
RCIA – Parlor
7-9:00 PM
Hispanic Eucharistic Ministers - Church
7:00 PM
Hispanic Sunday Choirs – Music Room
Thursday, September 29
9:00 AM
MASS (+ Edward Christiansen) Sebastian Chapel
9:30 AM
Seniors Exercise Class – Video Room
1-4:00 PM
Bridge Club - Parlor
5-6:00 PM
Hispanic Altar Servers – Church
7:00 PM
Greeters Meeting - Parlor
7:00 PM
Charismatic Prayer Group - Sebastian Chapel
7-8:30 PM
Volleyball Practice – Holy Family Hall
7:00 PM
Hispanic RCIA – Lounge
8:00 PM
Hispanic Adoration/Blessed Sacrament - Church
Friday, September 30
10AM-12PM Our Lady’s Rosary Guild – Holy Family Hall
12:10 PM
MASS(+ Ray Notario) Church Chaplet After Mass
6:15-8PM
Summit Youth Ministry – Lower Level
6:30-7:30PM Hispanic Pre-Marriage Team - Parlor
7:00 PM
Hispanic Charismatic Prayer Group – Seb. Chapel
7:00 PM
Hispanic St. Emmaus – Activity Center
Saturday, October 1
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
MASS (Parishioners) Sebastian Chapel
Blessing of Animals – Upper Parking Lot
4-5:00 PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation
5:15 PM
MASS (+ Anna & Ralph Rapacciulo)
7:00 PM
MASS/Spanish (Parishioners)
Sunday, October 2 27TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Respect Life Sunday/Stewardship Treasure WE
8:00 AM
MASS (Parishioners) Rosary7:30 AM
6-8:45 AM
Hispanic St. Emmaus Prayer Grp–SebChapel & AC
9:15-10:30AM Children and Adult Faith Formation
11:00 AM
MASS (Parishioners) Rosary 10:30A
1:00 PM
MASS Spanish(Parishioners) Rosary 12:30
2:30-3:30PM Life Chain – Highway 70
5:15 PM
LIFETEEN MASS (Parishioners) Life Night
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
Monica Ebelhack, Phyllis Smith, Pam AuBuchon, Don Duclos, Bob
Crispano, Christopher Childres, Mary Lou Lefebvre, Joyce
Hodorovick, Tony Llambias, Jessica Duke, Joan Gaudette, Andi
Mitchell, Salvatore D’Angelo, Mary Propst, Joan Newman, Caroline
E. Price, Judy Davis, Steve Lambrechts, Edith McCellan, Caleb
Horner, Eileen Millsaps, Mary Luskey, Caleb Harris, Karen Miller,
Cameron Crisp, Barbara Belcher, Roger Stewart, Mario Simoncioni,
Gene Sweeney, Barbara Lucas, Gloria Croce, Alton Edmunds,
Olin Treadway, Kelly Aldrich, Evelyn Showfety, Michael Lella, Jr.,
John Stuckey, William Kelly, Peggy Confoy, Pat & Frank von
Drehle, Beth Martin, James Stonemetz, Maureen Draver, Morgan
Menzyk, Sean Powers, Joseph Bachofner, Cora Woodend, Lynn
McCain, and those listed on our Prayer Sheet on the hallway
bulletin board.
September 17/18, 2016
Offertory $15,309.53
Priests’ Retirement $15,169.70 YTD $16,639.70
GOAL $35,359.00
Thank you!
STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT
The dishonest manager in today’s parable knew how to
manipulate money to his own advantage. But the Gospel warns
that no one can serve both God and money. Which do I serve? Is
my stewardship such that anyone can tell? We are grateful this
week for all stewards in our parish who seek to “possess lightly,”
knowing that Jesus taught about the dangers of clinging to material
possessions and always pointed to the real treasures available to
us.
TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
STEWARDSHIP COMMITMENT
Our Stewardship of Treasure Commitment weekend is
scheduled for October 1/2. Please prayerfully consider how our
Lord has blessed you and the treasure commitment He is asking for
your 2017 annual giving. Giving of our time, talent and treasure
mainly involves a change of attitude about giving. It is important to
think in terms of giving in gratitude to God and using your resources
for the good of others. In the area of treasure, some Christians
choose the biblical norm of giving ten percent. Some, because of
circumstances, give more than that. Others might start at two, three
or four percent. When you are at peace about the size of your gift,
when you do not find yourself making excuses for its size, when
you know in your heart that you have been completely honest with
God and yourself, then your gift is the proper size. During each
Mass next weekend, you will be given a Stewardship of Treasure
Commitment brochure and asked to write down your financial
commitment for 2017. You may drop the completed form in the
offertory basket then or the next weekend. Other options are to mail
the completed brochure or hand deliver it to the church office. May
God bless you for all that you do for your parish and for Him!
HOMELESS SHELTER DRIVE
October is St. Aloysius' month to collect toiletries and personal
need items for the Salvation Army Homeless Shelter. The
trial/travel sizes available of toothpaste, deodorant, and soap and
such are the perfect size for those who are at the Shelter. Also,
any other personal need items such as disposable razors, feminine
hygiene items, toothbrushes, mouthwash, floss, and ponchos are
welcome as well. Please put your donations in the collection bin
across from the restrooms next month. Thank you!
SUNDAY GIRLS
The Sunday Girls will meet for lunch next Sunday October 2nd at
El Paso Restaurant, 1709 North Center St, (on 127) at 12:30 PM.
For more information, call Phyllis Fisher 256-2260 or Charlene Tice
455-6449.
XXVI DOMINGO ORDINARIO
Jesús nos invita a dar el buen combate de la fe y a vencer las
tentaciones que nos alejan de Él.
Stewardship
El pecado del hombre rico en la parábola de hoy, no era por que
fuera rico, sino porque fallo en compartir su riqueza con el pobre a
su puerta. El conocía a Lázaro, tal vez pasaba a su lado cada vez
que entraba o salía de su casa, pero no hacia nada por aliviar su
sufrimiento. ¿Hay un Lázaro en mi vida? ¿Qué estoy haciendo
para ayudarlo?
Clínica de Vacuna para la Gripe
Se llevara acabo una clínica de vacunas
contra la gripe el Sábado, 8 de Octubre de
las 6 a 7pm y Domingo, 9 de Octubre de
9 a 11am y de 2:30 a 4:30pm
En el Salón de la Sagrada familia. La vacuna
no tendrá costo con los siguientes seguro:
Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC, Aetna, Cigna, United
Health Care y Tricare. Si no tiene seguro el costo por la vacuna
es de $25.00.
Fechas de formación para Bautizar
-Octubre 29
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Favor de inscribirse con anticipación. La
formación empieza a las 9:00AM en el
Salón de la Sagrada Familia
No se aceptan como padrinos a parejas
no casadas por la Iglesia.
Fechas para Bautismo
Noviembre 5
y
Diciembre 3
FLU SHOT CLINIC AT ST. AL’S
Rite Aid will be offering a flu shot clinic in Holy Family Hall on
Saturday, October 8th from 6:00-7:00 PM; Sunday, October 9th
from 9:00-11:00 AM and 2:30-4:30 PM. The flu shots will be free
with $0 Copay if you have one of the following insurances:
Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC, Aetna, Cigna,
United Health Care, and Tricare. If you are not covered by one of
these, the cost is $25 in cash.
SECULAR FRANCISCANS
The monthly gathering of the Fraternity of Br. Francis will be on
Saturday, October 8th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Newton at
2:00 PM in their Holy Family Hall. Visitors are welcome! The trial
basis of meeting on the second Saturday has been extended
through February. For more information, call Carole Marmorato at
828-578-6801.
CHURCH HUMOR!
The Sunday Mass coincided with the last day of deer hunting
season. The pastor asked if anyone had bagged a deer, but no one
raised their hand. The pastor said, “I don’t get it. Last Sunday many
of you said you were missing from Mass because of the hunting
season, so I had the whole congregation pray for your deer.” One
hunter groaned, “Well, it worked. They’re all safe.”
¿Qué es la Administración (Stewardship)? La administración no
se trata de solo dar dinero. La administración es un ¡forma de vida!
Es un vivir, viviendo en la gratitud por todo lo que Dios nos ha
proporcionado. Lo vivimos en cada aspecto de la vida, en nuestras
familias, iglesia y comunidad. Se basa en nuestra administración
de “apagar por adelantado” y dar de nuestra abundancia.
La Administracion (Stewardship) implica el cuidado de personas,
recursos, dones y talentos y la gracia de Dios. Su talento es un
regalo de Dios para usted. Lo que usted haga con su talento, es
un regalo que le da a Dios. Cuando llegamos a ser buenos
administradores de todo lo que Dios nos ha dado con las
oportunidades que se presentan através de su providencia, ¡lo
estamos glorificando, sirviendo al bien común y a la extensión de
su reino!
Kiosco
El quiosco de nuestra parroquia tiene el CD exacto para cultivar y
enriquecer su fe católica. Si usted esta buscando unos recursos
para alentar a otros a seguir a Jesús en su camino espiritual
¡tenemos las herramientas justas! Si necesita la motivación,
orientación o desea profundizar en su fe Católica ¡tenemos lo que
necesitas! Por favor venga y eche una ojeada, done $4.00 y
comparta su amor por Dios, los temas de los CD varían de mes en
mes y están en ingles y español. ¡Nos vemos en el Kiosco!
ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH
HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA
Youth Ministry
SUMMIT by Life Teen is St. Aloysius’s new
opportunity to help high school teens grow
closer to Christ, by diving into the upcoming
Sunday readings. SUMMIT is open to all high
school teens, and will meet Fridays from 6:15
– 8:00 PM in the Lower Level.
Sundays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM all high school teenagers
are invited to come to the Lower Level for our Life Nights.
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This Sunday: September 25: Mass Fitness and
Parent’s Night. Parents are invited to come ask
questions and find out what is going on in youth
ministry.
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Next Sunday: October 2: Get Involved. Teens will
learn how they can get involved in the parish.
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This Friday September 30: Stir it up!
PREGNANCY CARE CENTER
The Hickory Pregnancy Care Center is a
non-profit ministry offering ongoing support
to pregnant women and their families, as
well as post-abortion support groups. They
will again this year provide us with baby
bottles to be filled with our monetary
contributions. The bottles will be passed out after all Masses next
weekend, October 1st and 2nd. Instructions to return them to the
PCC before October 30th will be printed on the bottles. Another
option is for you to return them to our parish office during office
hours. Questions? Please call Mary O’Brien at 397-8610.
CATHOLIC MEDIA
Dynamic Catholic donated copies of their brand
new bestselling book titled Resisting Happiness.
“Do you feel that your life lacks meaning and
purpose? Do you find yourself avoiding the real
issues in your life and focusing on the
superficial? Are you ignoring your dreams?”
Resisting Happiness is free and will be
available after all Masses on October 1st and 2nd. Go to the parish
kiosk and ask for your free copy. The free books are limited, and a
certain quantity will be distributed at each Mass. Questions? Call
Barbara Speers at 828-495-7405 or email [email protected]
Thank you to…
Von Drehle Corporation
Parishioners
for sponsoring an ad in our weekly bulletin.
PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS
SEPTEMBER 25, 2016
LAST WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, FOUR FAITH
FORMATION CLASSES COULDN’T MEET, BECAUSE
THEY HAD NO CATECHIST TO TEACH THEM!
NO ONE HAS STEPPED FORWARD.
WILL YOU HELP?
We are still in need of Catechists from 4:30 to 5:45 PM on
Wednesday afternoons for: Grades 4 through 6 who have had
no previous Faith Formation or are preparing to receive their First
Reconciliation and First Eucharist this year. If you think God might
be calling you to this rewarding ministry, please call Monica
Ebelhack at 327-2341 or email [email protected] as
soon as possible
First Eucharist Parents – Pictures are available for pickup on the
table outside of Fr. Nohe’s Office until October 2 nd. They are
divided according to the date and Mass time your child received
their First Eucharist. Only take the envelope with your child’s name
on it.
THINKING OF JOINING THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?
So, you’re developing your faith. Great! Do you have
questions? Is it a little overwhelming? What do I need to do?
How will I know when I am ready to move forward? Many
adults entering the Catholic Church, or those just thinking
about it, follow a process known as RCIA – The Rite of
Christian Initiation for Adults. RCIA meets from 7:00 to 8:15
PM on Wednesday nights in the Parlor. Please join us and
bring your questions and your faith stories. This
Wednesday’s topic: “Mary, the Mother of God.” If you
would like more information, please contact Monica Ebelhack
at 828-327-2341 or email [email protected].
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SUNDAY ADULT FAITH ENRICHMENT
This Sunday, we continue with Fr. Albert Hasse OFM, “Keeping
the Fire Alive / Navigating the Challenges in the Spiritual Life”
with this morning’s lesson The 4 D’s of the Spiritual Life, based
upon Luke 22:39-46. Think back to a time when you struggled with
your prayer life. Did anything good come from it? What seemed to
be the dominant feeling you had during this period of time: anger,
frustration, confusion, discouragement, or anxiety? What, if
anything, did you say to God about these feelings? Join us for
prayer, the lesson and discussion. For next week, please read
Matthew 14:22-33.
SENIOR EXERCISE CLASS
Our Senior Exercise Class continues each Thursday at 9:30 AM
in the Video Room. This class is LOW intensity and NO impact. It
is designed to improve range of motion, balance and strength.
Chairs are available. It is a fun class led by a certified personal
trainer and former nurse. Call Jane at 828-569-1056 for
information and to register.
NEXT WEEK’S READINGS
 1st Reading – Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4
 Responsorial - Psalm 95
 2nd Reading – 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14
 Gospel – Luke 17:5-10