THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
ST. NICHOLAS PARISH From the Pastor’s Desk There are a couple of things happening over the next couple weekends that I need to bring to your attention. Since this is the fifth weekend of the month we take up our traditional collection for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. The collection is known as the “Holding the Hat”. This little phrase comes from the notable trait of St. Vincent himself since he was known to wear a top-hat. St. Vincent was always the gentleman. He was known as the Saint who wore a tophat. Just the same in honor of St. Vincent, members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will be “Holding the Hat” at the doors of the church after all the masses this weekend. Your charitable donations go a long way in helping provide for essentials for some of our local citizens. Unfortunately the times are bad, the need is great and many are living in crisis situations. Be assured that those needs are properly vetted and verified. The St. Vincent de Paul Society has proven to be good stewards of the charitable contributions made by the good people of St. Nicholas. We also assist a few of the local outreach centers in the area. This same weekend the Diocese of Columbus has requested that we take up a collection for Catholic Relief Services for their relief efforts in Haiti. We are well aware of the great damage Hurricane Matthew inflicted on this poor country. They have faced devastation because of an earthquake a couple years ago and now they face further devastation in the wake of a hurricane. In a memo sent last week to all the parishes throughout the diocese this request was made. Since we already have a collection for the St. Vincent de Paul Society this weekend we will delay the Catholic Relief Serves collection for Haitian Relief to the following weekend. However, as you are by now aware, there is in your packet of offertory envelopes an extra envelope for “Catholic Social Services”. We take up this offering annually for Catholic Social Services. We have a local outreach center in downtown Zanesville. This office is located on the fourth floor in the Huntington Bank Building. Catholic Social Services is a faith based social service agency focused on improving the quality of life of people of all faiths and backgrounds during some of their most vulnerable times of their lives. CSS serves people in numerous ways: advising and helping seniors to live independently as well as for families in crisis to manage and thrive. In essence their mission is to assist families and the elderly live quality and dignified lives. Much like the purpose of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, there is a stress on teaching people how to budget what they have, set priorities and manage their funds. In a saying attributed to St. Vincent himself…“Give a man a fish and you feed him once. Teach a man how to fish and you feed him for life.” Catholic Social Services consults and advises many to help them live independent lives with dignity. As for the Catholic Social Services envelope found in your monthly mailing… you can bring that offering anytime during the month of November. These special appeals always seem to hit at the same time. Just the same we all need to budget our finances every month and this also includes our charitable offerings. The sacrifice, that which makes our offerings holy, happens when we find ourselves stretched a little more and our budget gets a little tighter and we do it out of love for those in need. That is why it is called “charity”.
We grow in charity whenever we act in charity especially when it is difficult. Virtue is its own reward. This week we also have a Holy Day of Obligation: All Saints Day. The Vigil Mass for the Holy Day will be Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. On Tuesday, the Holy Day morning mass will be at 8:10 with the students from both Bishop Rosecrans and Bishop Fenwick schools in attendance. Tuesday evening the Holy Day Mass will be at 7:00 p.m. On Wednesday we observe The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day). On this occasion we will remember and pray for all the Faithful Departed and most especially for those who have died over the past year. The morning mass will be at 8:10 a.m. The students of both Bishop Rosecrans and Bishop Fenwick will be attending this mass since it is the normal day on which they attend morning mass during the week. Looking forward to next weekend, Daylight Saving Time comes to an end. Don’t forget to turn back the hands of time one hour. I don’t know about you, but I am looking forward to the extra hour of sleep. With the Feast of All Saints this week we have one little pious thought. It would be a shame if we did not desire to become a saint. This should be the desire of every Christian: the desire to be a saint. As we celebrate the Feast of All Saints, we are reminded that we have numerous examples of heroic faith modeled for our lives by the Saints of the Church. It has been part of our Catholic Tradition to find a Saint that is personally inspirational. We are always encouraged to read about their lives. With the internet and the numerous Catholic web pages it is easy to research the Saints of the Church. As a pious devotion we are encouraged to pray to a “Patron Saint” seeking their intercession, assistance and guidance for our lives. We can be assured that the Saints will always lead us to their heart’s desire: our Lord Jesus Christ. Have a Blessed Week Father Ralko
Church Support OCTOBER 23, 2016 OFFERTORY $8,405.00 Diocesan Tax $ (650.00) Fenwick Subsidy $(3,060.00) Rosecrans subsidy $(290.00) Available for Parish Operations $4,405.00 Parish Operating Expenses $(8,200.00) Religious Education Expenses $(800.00) Other Income $2,300.00 Weekly deficit $(2,295.00) May God bless you for supporting your parish
OCTOBER 30, 2016 This week we pray Week III of the Liturgy of the hours. The altar flowers this weekend are in memory of: Thomas Paul from his wife and children
We welcome into the church the recently baptized: Kaileigh Marie King, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Sean King And Caysen James Turner, son of Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Turner PARISH YOUTH NEWS SUNDAY, October 30 “Cemetery Visit” 6:00p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Dress for the Weather, Bring Flashlights. Permission Slips Required! All High School age students are welcome. Meet at Mt. Olive Cemetery. ZANESVILLE CATHOLIC TEENS BREAKFAST All are invited to join the students for breakfast, Sunday, November 6 in the St. Nicholas Church basement following all Masses. Students should arrive at 7:00 a.m. to help with set up. ST. NICHOLAS BAZAAR Just one week until our church bazaar on Sat. Nov. 5 and Sun. Nov.6! We have been busy getting our homemade gifts and decorations ready. Have you? If not, it's not too late. Get busy and drop your items into the box at the bottom of the steps, or bring them to the church Friday Nov. 4 from 12-6. The bazaar will be open to parishioners only after the 5:15 mass on Saturday and all masses on Sunday. Any questions call Mary at 740-607-6386. God bless. WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY GROUP The Women’s Spirituality Group will meet on Monday, October 31 at 3:30 p.m. at the parish office. If you plan to participate and have any questions, please contact Judi Peterson at 740-453-5288. SPECIAL COLLECTION Next week our parish will begin to take up a collection for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS). Envelopes are available in the front & back of church. The AMS relies solely on private donors in support of its mission. To learn more about the AMS, go to www.milarch.org/nationalcollection. MUSKINGUM COUNTY CAREGIVER OF THE YEAR LUNCHEON AND AWARDS If you would like to nominate an unpaid Muskingum County caregiver for the annual caregiver luncheon sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging, please contact Rosalyn Headington at 454-0274 for a nomination form and details about the luncheon.
CONFIRMATION MEETING St. Nicholas will hold a Confirmation Meeting for all students, parents and sponsors on Tuesday, November 8 at 7 p.m. in the St. Nicholas Parish Activity Center (Gym attached to the Bishop Fenwick School on East Main St.) Please call Mary Lou Staker at 740 450-8024 if you have any questions. BISHOP ROSECRANS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS A casino night will be held on November 26 at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $30 per person and includes a buffet meal. The Joker’s Wild game will be played. There will also be a silent auction, half and half drawing and other games of chance. For tickets ask any coach or trustee. For more information contact Marvin Paul at 453-4482. BOOSTER MANIA TICKETS Tickets may still be purchased for next year. The first drawing will be January 1, 2017. Tickets make a good gift for anyone and are good for a year. Forms are available at Bishop Rosecrans, the Knights of Columbus or from any booster trustee. Call Marvin Paul at 453-4482 for more information. ST. MARY’S FULDA SAUERKRAUT DINNER St. Marys in Fulda will serve its annual sauerkraut and pork dinner on Nov. 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the church. The menu will include sauerkraut/pork, bohnen brie, homemade noodles, mashed potatoes, cooked apples, dessert and drink. Bingo begins at 1:00 p.m. and a drawing will be held at 3:00 p.m. Crafts will also be available. The public is invited to attend. The church is located seven miles east of Caldwell, off State Route 564 on County Road 15. .
JOB POSTING FOR THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF ZANESVILLE The Catholic Schools of Zanesville is seeking a Director of Alumni and Development. The Director of Alumni and Development is responsible for communicating the mission of the schools in order to solicit critical funding through wellestablished relationships. The Director of Alumni and Development reports to the Principals and has job responsibilities to the Board of Trustees. Interested applicants should contact Kelly Sagan, Principal of Bishop Fenwick School at
[email protected]. NATIONAL CATHOLIC REGISTER St. Nicholas will have copies of the National Catholic Register available the weekend of October 29 and 30. The National Catholic Register is the oldest Catholic newspaper, founded November 8, 1927 by Msgr. Matthew J. Smith. The newspaper sees the news through the eyes of the Church. Content includes news and features from the U.S., the Vatican, and worldwide on such topics as culture, education, books, art, and entertainment, as well as interviews. Pick up your copy next to the bulletins. ROSECRANS ALUMNI SOCIAL Join us at the 3rd annual Alumni Social Friday, November 25th @6PM The Knights of Columbus Hall ALL ARE WELCOME The event is open to alumni, friends, family, and supporters. Come enjoy friends, food, and fun!
This weekend, October 29th & 30th, St. Vincent DePaul will be “Holding the Hat” after all Masses. Please be generous.
THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME LITURGICAL MINISTERS SCHEDULE It is your responsibility to find a substitute if needed. November 6, 2016- Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Saturday, November 5 @ 5:15 p.m. Lector: Mike LaPlante, Tom J. Pitcock Server: Libby Pratt, Luke Pratt Eucharistic Minister - Coord: Ronald Davis Eucharistic Minister - Wash Vessel: Pauline Davis, Judy Hamilton Eucharistic Minister: Erin Roush, Janis Maziar, Diana Dunn Dan Snider Sunday, November 6 @7:30 a.m. Lector: Stephanie Bridwell, Susan Thompson Server: David Eppley Eucharistic Minister- Coord: Margaret Kronenbitter Eucharistic Minister - Wash Vessel: Molly Ritchey, Paul Ritchey Eucharistic Minister: Patrick Durant Sunday, November 6 @ 9:30 a.m. Lector: Diane Hoffer Server: Nicholas Hoffer, Rex Hankinson Eucharistic Minister - Coord: Rosalyn Headington Eucharistic Minister - Wash Vessel: Cheryl Sylvester, Mike Hoffer Eucharistic Minister: Nancy Hoffer, Dan Sylvester, Chris Drake, Michael Drake Sunday, November 6 @ 11:30 a.m. Lector: Bill Sullivan, Keena Hansel Server: Christina Rozsa, Mason Harmon Eucharistic Minister - Coord: Roger Jones Eucharistic Minister - Wash Vessel: Karen Hardman, Rose Jones Eucharistic Minister: Larry Taylor, Mary Mirgon, Jeff Shawger, Carolyn Arnold
What’s Happening in Our Parish MONDAY, October 31, All Saints Day Vigil 8:00 a.m., Mass: Elaine Joseph, Church 3:30 p.m., Women’s Spirituality Group, Parish Office 5:30 p.m., Sign Language Class, Parish Office
7:00 p.m., Vigil Mass: Charles Durant, Sr., Church TUESDAY, November 1, Feast of All Saints 8:10 a.m., School Mass: Robert & Audrey Ralko, Church
7:00 p.m., Mass: Stella Tomson, Church WEDNESDAY, November 2, All Souls’ Day 8:10 a.m., School Mass: Marjorie Connell, Church 7:00 p.m., R.C. I. A., Parish Office, lower level
THURSDAY, November 3, St. Martin de Porres 8:00 a.m., Mass: Jane Durant, Church
FRIDAY, November 4, St. Charles Borromeo Adoration until 4:00 p.m., Church 8:00 a.m., School Mass: L/D members of the Graves family, Church
Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time SATURDAY, November 5 4:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Confessions, Church 5:15 p.m., Mass: Fred Sullivan, anniversary, Church
SUNDAY, November 6 7:30 a.m., Mass: St. Nicholas Parishioners, Church 9:30 a.m., Mass: Ray Touvell, birthday, Church 9:45 a.m., Religious Education, School 11:30 a.m., Mass: Mary Kenzie, birthday, Church
Readings for Week of October 31, 2016 Our thoughts and prayers remain with those serving our country at this time and with their loved ones at home. We pray for a safe homecoming and that the world may one day be at peace. PLEASE REMEMBER ST. NICHOLAS PARISH IN YOUR WILL. CALL THE PARISH OFFICE AT 453-0597 FOR MORE DETAILS.
Please join us each Monday at St. Nicholas Church at 2:00 P.M. as we gather to pray the Rosary asking Our Lady’s Intercession for the many needs of our nation, community, and parish.
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Phil 2:1-4 Rv 7:2-4, 9-14 Wis 3:1-9 Phil 3:3-8a Phil 3:17-4:1 Phil 4:10-19 2 Mc 7:1-2, 914
Lk 14:12-14 Mt 5:1-12a Jn 6:37-40 Lk 15:1-10 Lk 16:1-8 Lk 16:9-15 Lk 20:27-38
WORKBOOK FOR READERS
Readers may pick up their 2017 Workbook for Lectors this weekend next to the sign-in stand.
OCTOBER 30, 2016
This weekend, October 29th & 30th, St. Vincent DePaul will be “Holding the Hat” after all Masses. Please be generous.
