FEBRUARY 3, 2019 FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PASTOR Reverend Kenneth J. York DEACON Deacon Gerald Bach Sr. Deacon James Law PARISH SECRETARY Linda Van Loo [email protected]ST. HENRY’S PRAYER CHAIN Carol Lesko 698-5838 CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Judy Shovlin, Mary Haas—Co-Directors www.sthenryclc.com (618) 234-6061 ORGANIST/DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Robert Wojcik CHOIR DIRECTOR Donnell Wisniewski FORMED www.formed.org Password: JDYMJG WEEKEND MASSES Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. WEEKDAY MASSES Monday-Thursday & Saturday 8:00 a.m. Friday 7:45 a.m. HOLY DAY MASSES As Scheduled SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. 5315 W MAIN ST | BELLEVILLE, IL | (618) 233-2423 www.sthenrybelleville.com 4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Today's Gospel is one of tension and contradiction. We enter the scene at the local synagogue. It is near the beginning of Jesus' earthly ministry, and he has returned home to Nazareth for a short while. There, in the midst of the men who watched him grow up and who played with him as a boy in the dusty streets, Jesus proclaims that he is the fulfillment of the Messianic prophecies of Isaiah. The response is understandably mixed. "All spoke highly of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They also asked, 'Isn't this the son of Joseph?'" Jesus reminds them - none too gently - of the Israelites' rejection of the prophets throughout history. Not only did the people ignore Elijah and Elisha, but they worked miracles among the pagans instead. Then comes the rage. "They rose up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town had been built, to hurl him down headlong." No one likes to be reminded of their own faults. In the deeply religious Jewish society, nobody wanted to be the unfaithful one. Jesus exposes the sins of the community, and it drives them not to conversion, but to rage. We can consider our own time. How often, when someone is contracted, do they quickly resort to anger, name-calling, and undermining the reputation of the other? How quickly we want to destroy! This Sunday, we ought to consider our own lives. Do we listen to the prophetic voices around us, even when they threaten to upturn our expectations? If we hear something difficult, something that reminds us of our own sin, do we accept the opportunity to prayerfully ponder? If we allow ourselves to be open to the prophetic voices in our own lives, we'll notice that God speaks through the unexpected, if we have ears to hear it.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday 3:00 to 3:45 p.m.
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4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Today's Gospel is one of tension and contradiction. We enter the scene at the local synagogue. It is near the beginning of Jesus' earthly ministry, and he has returned home to Nazareth for a short while. There, in the midst of the men who watched him grow up and who played with him as a boy in the dusty streets, Jesus proclaims that he is the fulfillment of the Messianic prophecies of Isaiah. The response is understandably mixed. "All spoke highly of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They also asked, 'Isn't this the son of Joseph?'" Jesus reminds them - none too gently - of the Israelites' rejection of the prophets throughout history. Not only did the people ignore Elijah and Elisha, but they worked miracles among the pagans instead. Then comes the rage. "They rose up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town had been built, to hurl him down headlong." No one likes to be reminded of their own faults. In the deeply religious Jewish society, nobody wanted to be the unfaithful one. Jesus exposes the sins of the community, and it drives them not to conversion, but to rage. We can consider our own time. How often, when someone is contracted, do they quickly resort to anger, name-calling, and undermining the reputation of the other? How quickly we want to destroy! This Sunday, we ought to consider our own lives. Do we listen to the prophetic voices around us, even when they threaten to upturn our expectations? If we hear something difficult, something that reminds us of our own sin, do we accept the opportunity to prayerfully ponder? If we allow ourselves to be open to the prophetic voices in our own lives, we'll notice that God speaks through the unexpected, if we have ears to hear it.
February 3, 2019
If you feel strongly about something, you might want to share your thoughts and feelings with others. When that something has to do with things such as food, art, or travel, others might show an interest, so the conversation is enjoyable. However, when that
something is politics or religion, watch out! The conversation can quickly turn to debate and then to anger. That can be anything but enjoyable. The Gospel does not always lead to joy when initially presented. Sometimes, it convicts us and makes us see the error of our ways. Other times, it seems what is asked of us is too hard and requires us to step out of our comfort zone. When Jesus spoke the truth about the Kingdom of God, not everyone cheered. That was never a reason to be silent. Stewardship living allows us to give witness to the Gospel with few words. Our actions speak very loudly. However, no one should ever be left to wonder why you and I would choose to do the things we do. What a shame it would be if you passed away and at your funeral people commented on how great a person you were, but they had no idea you were a Christian. People need to understand the “why” of what we do. The truth is that there is great joy in being a disciple of Jesus Christ. Don’t rob others of the chance to know that joy for themselves. —Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS
EVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP
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RESPECT LIFE CORNER
Human Trafficking – In the United States, victims of trafficking are “all around us” in poorly regulated industries like agriculture, in-home domestic work, nursing home work and the food-service industry. Learn, Act, Connect, Pray: Human trafficking is a pro-life issue. It is about respect for men, women and children; it is about human rights. Discern your own ability to fight human trafficking, whether through volunteering, material donations, aware-raising or working to change and enforce laws. Pray that we recognize the opportunity to start making a difference.
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Throw under the bus. All he said was, God is for everybody, even the ones who you do not expect! The home town folks get so mad at Jesus, they want to throw him off the hill into the ravine. People get “thrown under the bus” all the time, it seems. People at whom we get mad. People with whom we do not agree. Saint Paul takes a different tack. Love, love, love, he says. Faith and hope are good. But love is the greatest. The list of how we can love is long [1 Corinthians 2:31—13:13]. Let us focus on three this week.
Who needs me to be patient and kind? What will I do or not do?
What truth will I seek and rejoice over?
How can I love the interest of another over my own?
Notre Dame Academy Bingo Every Friday! At St. Augustine of Canterbury Parish Hall
Doors open at 4:30 pm Cards Sales - 6:00 pm Play at 7:00 pm
Catholic Urban Programs Trivia Night
Saturday, February 16, 2019 Catholic Pastoral Center
2620 Lebanon Avenue, Building 6 Belleville, Illinois 62221
Doors Open-5 p.m. Trivia Starts-6:00 p.m. $15 per person (Table of 8-$120) Bring Your Own Food and Drinks
Silent Auction-Wheelbarrow of Booze-50/50 Raffle-Points for Best Table Decorations
The Diocese of Belleville is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant for The Messenger Newspaper which is part of the
Department of Pastoral Services. This position provides administrative support which includes general clerical duties, assists with the layout of the paper, overseas the subscription
renewal process and billing, and interacts with parishes to obtain important information to be published in the paper and Diocesan
calendar.
Applicant must have strong written and oral communication skills; be highly organized, detailed and flexible; exercise
problem-solving, discretion and interpersonal skills, and must maintain confidentiality. Basic knowledge and understanding of
bookkeeping practices preferred.
Essential qualifications include a minimum of a high school diploma, Associate’s Degree preferred, or equivalent experience;
1-3 years’ in a related role of providing administrative/clerical support, plus knowledge in Microsoft Office and other computer
programs/applications. Practicing Catholic preferred with thorough knowledge and understanding of Catholic teachings,
practices and organizational structure.
To apply send cover letter with resume and preferred salary range to Human Resources, Diocese of Belleville, 222 S. 3rd St.,
Belleville, IL. 62220. FAX to 618-722-5020; email to [email protected]. Application deadline: February 8,
2019
QUILT & CASH BINGO
The Newman Auxiliary is having a Quilt & Cash Social Bingo on Sunday, February 24, 2019 at Saint John the Baptist Parish in Red Bud, IL. Lunch begins at 11:00 am and Bingo starts at 1:00 pm. Win quilts, cash, gift bas-kets, and door prizes, All proceeds help support the Newman Catholic Student Center at SIU-Carbondale.
Candle Prices Large Red Candles—$2.00 each Small Votive Candles—$.50 each
READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 3, 2019
Prayer Intention For The Week Pray for all who are suffering the effects of winter weather.
Sunday: Jer 1:4-5, 17-19/Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15-17 [cf. 15ab]/1 Cor 12:31—13:13 or 13:4-13/Lk 4:21-30 Monday: Heb 11:32-40/Ps 31:20, 21, 23, 24 [25]/Mk 5:1-20 Tuesday: Heb 12:1-4/Ps 22:26b-27, 28 and 30, 31-32 [cf. 27b]/Mk 5:21-43 Wednesday: Heb 12:4-7, 11-15/Ps 103:1-2, 13-14, 17-18a [cf. 17]/Mk 6:1-6 Thursday: Heb 12:18-19, 21-24/Ps 48:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 9, 10-11 [cf. 10]/Mk 6:7-13 Friday: Heb 13:1-8/Ps 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9abc [1a]/Mk 6:14-29 Saturday: Heb 13:15-17, 20-21/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 [1]/Mk 6:30-34 Next Sunday: Is 6:1-2a, 3-8/Ps 138:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 7-8 [1c]/1 Cor 15:1-11 or 15:3-8, 11/Lk 5:1-11
Jerry Hemmer George Mehochko Tom Schmidt Paul Schwartzhoff
Dan Clark Carol Eiskant
Sunday, February 10 10:30 AM
Addison Denton Kathryn Denton
Beth Regensberger Mark Denton *Trish Denton
Donna Gregowicz Marilyn Lovatto
Janis Mease Rick Schellinger
Pat King Nancy Wilhelm
Sunday, 2/3 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:30 AM 10:30 AM
Tim Sansom For The People
Monday, 2/4
8:00 AM Randy Kuehn
Tuesday, 2/5 St. Agatha, Virgin & Martyr
8:00 AM Jeanne Wiley
Wednesday, 2/6 St. Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs
8:00 AM 10:15 AM
Tony Riassetto ACHS MASS
Thursday, 2/7
8:00 AM Jim Hogan
Friday, 2/8 St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin; St. Jerome Emiliani
7:45AM Catherine Brutto
Saturday, 2/9
8:00 AM 4:00 PM
Delmar Burns For The People
Sunday, 2/10 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Marriage Day
8:30 AM 10:30 AM
Tom Chamblin Shirley Holtgrewe
THE MESSENGER
Print - $25 | Electronic - $25 | Both - $30 Messenger Subscription Renewal Weekend is this weekend. Please stay “connected” through a subscription to The Messenger. Payments can be made in The Messenger envelope or on-line at www.bellevillemessenger.org
Make checks payable to the Messenger.
WEEKLY OFFERING January 27, 2019
Needed weekly for January Expenses $ 6,609.88 Envelopes/Loose/Mail-Ins $ 5,246.00 Surplus (Deficit) ($ 1,363.88)
Other Donations St. Vincent de Paul $ 735.00 Guatemala $ 35.00 Christmas Donation $ 5.00 Holy Day $ 30.00 Diocesan Needy Collection $ 5.00 Retired Religious $ 5.00 BUDGETED ACTUAL January 6, 2019 $ 6,609.88 $ 6,659.25 January 13, 2019 $ 6,609.88 $ 2,855.00 January 20, 2019 $ 6,609.88 $ 4,350.25 January 27, 2019 $ 6,609.88 $ 5,246.00 TOTAL $26,439.52 $19,110.50
BLEST ART
Please visit our display at your parish Saturday & Sunday
February 23rd & 24th, 2019 After each Mass
Blest Art will be visiting your parish on behalf of the Christian families in Bethlehem, Palestine. Our mission is to support those families in the Holy Land. When Blest Art visits your parish, we will have hand-carved nativity sets, statues, crosses, rosaries, and many other pieces of beautiful olive wood art.
We gladly accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards.
Remember in your prayers all of our
parishioners who are ill, especially
Raymond Wenneman who is a patient in Memorial Hospital - Belleville
Marilyn Lauf, & Albert Nowak who are in Memorial Hospital—Shiloh
Please remember all of our shut-ins, and
those who are nursing homes.
Scrip Cards St. Henry Creative Learning Center will be selling scrip cards before and after the 4:00 PM Mass on Saturdays only.
Scrip cards are activated gift cards that can be used for items you use/need every day. We have Target, Wal-Mart, and Kohl's. We have restaurants: Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Longhorn, Panera Bread (St. Louis Bread Co.), Red Robin, Taco Bell, & Subway. If you prefer to cook at home we also carry Shop n Save scrip cards.
By purchasing scrip cards you are helping support St. Henry Creative Learning Center. Scrip cards are sold on Saturdays ONLY in the vestibule in the back of church. (1st & 3rd Weekend)
Please visit www.glscrip.com to see ALL (over 700) scrip/gift cards available. If we are out of the cards you need or want other cards listed on the website, place an order with us on Monday and we will receive it by Friday. (234-6061)
ST HENRY PARISH MONTHLY MEETINGS
St. Vincent de Paul (618) 463-2411 First Monday 9:00 a.m.—Rectory Stewardship Third Monday 7:00 p.m. Men’s Club Second Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Ladies of St. Henry Third Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Parish Council January, March, May, July, September, November Fourth Monday - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday 8:00 AM Mass
Tuesday 8:00 AM Mass
Wednesday 8:00 AM Mass 10:15 Althoff Mass Eucharistic Adoration 2:30 - 4:30 PM Choir Practice 7:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM Mass Holy Hour After Mass Finance Council Meeting
Friday 7:45 AM Mass
Saturday 8:00 AM Mass Confessions 3:00-3:45 PM 4:00 PM Mass
Sunday Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Week’s Calendar February 3, 2019
LOVE IS ALL AROUND!
A Valentine weekend special event! Feb. 16 at 6:30 pm OR Feb. 17 at 12:30
pm
Enjoy a great meal and LIVE MUSIC from stage & screen celebrating love all around us, with 18 singers and an
orchestra! Belleville Eckert’s,
Green Mount Road off I-15
SHARE THE LOVE with donated items for St. Vincent de Paul & Catholic Urban
Programs. Receive one ticket for a deluxe Valentine-
themed basket raffle for each non-perishable food item, clothing item or
blanket you bring. Admission: Adults $10, Children $8,
under age 5-free. Food & drinks available for purchase.
Tickets at the door or call 618-409-0015 to reserve a table in advance.
St. Henry Creative Learning Center
OPEN HOUSE Sunday, February 10th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Remember in your prayers all of our
parishioners who are ill, especially
Raymond Wenneman who is a patient in Memorial Hospital - Belleville
Marilyn Lauf, & Albert Nowak who are in Memorial Hospital—Shiloh
Please remember all of our shut-ins, and
those who are nursing homes.
Scrip Cards St. Henry Creative Learning Center will be selling scrip cards before and after the 4:00 PM Mass on Saturdays only.
Scrip cards are activated gift cards that can be used for items you use/need every day. We have Target, Wal-Mart, and Kohl's. We have restaurants: Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Longhorn, Panera Bread (St. Louis Bread Co.), Red Robin, Taco Bell, & Subway. If you prefer to cook at home we also carry Shop n Save scrip cards.
By purchasing scrip cards you are helping support St. Henry Creative Learning Center. Scrip cards are sold on Saturdays ONLY in the vestibule in the back of church. (1st & 3rd Weekend)
Please visit www.glscrip.com to see ALL (over 700) scrip/gift cards available. If we are out of the cards you need or want other cards listed on the website, place an order with us on Monday and we will receive it by Friday. (234-6061)
ST HENRY PARISH MONTHLY MEETINGS
St. Vincent de Paul (618) 463-2411 First Monday 9:00 a.m.—Rectory Stewardship Third Monday 7:00 p.m. Men’s Club Second Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Ladies of St. Henry Third Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Parish Council January, March, May, July, September, November Fourth Monday - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday 8:00 AM Mass
Tuesday 8:00 AM Mass
Wednesday 8:00 AM Mass 10:15 Althoff Mass Eucharistic Adoration 2:30 - 4:30 PM Choir Practice 7:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM Mass Holy Hour After Mass Finance Council Meeting
Friday 7:45 AM Mass
Saturday 8:00 AM Mass Confessions 3:00-3:45 PM 4:00 PM Mass
Sunday Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Week’s Calendar February 3, 2019
LOVE IS ALL AROUND!
A Valentine weekend special event! Feb. 16 at 6:30 pm OR Feb. 17 at 12:30
pm
Enjoy a great meal and LIVE MUSIC from stage & screen celebrating love all around us, with 18 singers and an
orchestra! Belleville Eckert’s,
Green Mount Road off I-15
SHARE THE LOVE with donated items for St. Vincent de Paul & Catholic Urban
Programs. Receive one ticket for a deluxe Valentine-
themed basket raffle for each non-perishable food item, clothing item or
blanket you bring. Admission: Adults $10, Children $8,
under age 5-free. Food & drinks available for purchase.
Tickets at the door or call 618-409-0015 to reserve a table in advance.
St. Henry Creative Learning Center
OPEN HOUSE Sunday, February 10th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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