PASTORAL STAFF Joyce Jones, Business Manager Sharon Cooney-Smith, Dir. Religious Education Angela Harris, Bulletin Editor Roberta George, Secretary SUPPORT STAFF Bro. Terry Burke, C.Ss.R., Plant Manager Terrance Gipson, Maintenance Terri Schneider, Dir. Hardin Food Pantry Athletic Office: 314 533-0304 Teen Ministry: 314 533-0304 MUSIC MINISTRY 8:15—Malcolm Speed 11:00—Danny duMaine REDEMPTORISTS IN RESIDENCE Rev. Kyle Fisher, C.Ss.R. Rev. Dave Polek, C.Ss.R. St. Alphonsus Liguori “Rock" Catholic Church 1118 North Grand Blvd. St Louis, MO 63106 314-533-0304 (ph) 314-533-4260 (fax) [email protected] (e-mail) www.stalphonsusrock.org (website) Very Rev. Richard Potts, C.Ss.R., V.F., Pastor SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Call for Appointment) SUNDAY MASSES: 8:15 & 11:00 a.m. DAILY MASSES: Monday 5:30 p.m. (W. Th & F.) 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays: 7:00 & 10:30 a.m. Saturdays: 9:30 a.m. TUESDAYS: Exposition & Benediction: 9:30 a.m.—10:30 a.m. (1 st — Tuesday) followed by our Perpetual Help Novena & Mass Mission “To Joyfully Preach, Teach, and Live the Word of God”
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PASTORAL STAFF
Joyce Jones, Business Manager Sharon Cooney-Smith, Dir. Religious Education Angela Harris, Bulletin Editor Roberta George, Secretary
SUPPORT STAFF
Bro. Terry Burke, C.Ss.R., Plant Manager Terrance Gipson, Maintenance Terri Schneider, Dir. Hardin Food Pantry Athletic Office: 314 533-0304 Teen Ministry: 314 533-0304
MUSIC MINISTRY
8:15—Malcolm Speed 11:00—Danny duMaine
REDEMPTORISTS IN RESIDENCE
Rev. Kyle Fisher, C.Ss.R. Rev. Dave Polek, C.Ss.R.
Ortwerth, Gloria Phelps, Barbara Smith, Sondra Stewart, Michael Thompson, Beth
SICKNESS 01/17/17 Chapman, Kimberly Collins, Ava Everett, Gary Everett, Willie Fehr, Linda Fitzsimmons, Dan Howard, Yvonne Jamerson, Trebor LaBerta, Steve Molina, Uki Oldani, Shirley Phillips, Vivian Poindexter, Lorenzo Proctor, Cynthia Reedy, Christian Reedy, Judith Remsberg, Cory Sgt. Richter, Mike Stewart, Michael Strode, Dolly Strode, Fred Thompson, Mary Ann Williams, Barbara Williams, Norman
Anderson, Hortense Chopin, Ann Lee, Rosemary McCall, Leslie McCoy, Bernice
McCoy, Carolyn Palmer, Lucille Triggs, Eddie J. Williams, Marlene
The family of Ossie R. Foster (Ms. Ozzie) we are grateful for the many prayers and countless expressions of sympathy and all the lovely tributes to our dear Mother, sincere love and thanks to our Rock Church Family.
Please continue to pray for our family during this time of sorrow.
Dionne Ransom-Monroe and family
Pray for the repose of the soul of †Perry Jones, son of
Eldwyn Lewis, cousin of Monica Tyler and Zarifa Ghani
The online application for scholarships funded by the Catholic Education Office, the Roman Catholic Founda-tion of Eastern Missouri, and the Today & Tomorrow Educational Foundation will soon open for the 2017—18 school year!
2017-18 Scholarship Application Available January 30th
Deadline for Beyond Sunday, SOAR! Catholic Families Tuition Assistance, and
Parish Employees Endowment Fund is February 28th!
Any family who would like to be considered for these programs, even if you are applying for requalification for one of these scholarships, must apply between January 30th and February 28, 2017. Also, it is important to remember that Alive! In Christ is first– come, first—served, so we are encouraging all fam-ilies to apply as early as possible.
Please visit www.ttef-stl.org or call (314) 792-7777 for more information.
Thank you to my Rock church family for encouragement before and after my knee surgery, it meant so much to me.
Ruby Brown
The family of Perry Jones wishes to acknowledge with deep appreciation the many comforting messages, thoughts, prayers and other expressions of kindness.
May God smile upon you richly for the concerns ex-pressed in thoughts and deeds.
Eldwyn Lewis, Monica Tyler, Zarifa Ghani
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JANUARY 22, 2017
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Baptism GUIDELINES:
Newborn – 6 years old: A parent or legal guardi-an and godparent(s) must attend a Baptism prepara-tion class, instruction materials are provided.
Ages 7 – 10: The child must attend special Baptism preparation classes and the parent(s) or legal guard-ian and godparent(s) must attend a Baptism prepara-tion session prior to the ceremony.
Ages 11 – 17: The young person must enroll in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (RCIC) program.
Age 18 and Older: The Candidate must enroll in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) program.
Matrimony – Engaged couples, seeking to be married at the Rock Church, must meet with the Pastor before setting a date.
RCIA/RCIC – ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO…
Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?
Has a child over the age of seven who has not been baptized?
Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?
We offer an opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about the Catholic Faith. Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of the Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucha-rist. There are separate sessions for children and youth. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting.
For information on requesting any of the above Sacraments and/or to register for classes, please contact the Director of Religious Education, Sharon Cooney-Smith at 314-533-0304 ext. 1001, or via e-mail @ [email protected].
LITURGY NOTES...
Why attend Mass? Let’s be honest - all of us have times when we would rather sleep in on Sunday morning rather than go to Mass. Yet, participating in Mass is an extremely important part of our religious tradition. It is while we are connecting with Christ through the Eucharist that our faith grows stronger and we can more clearly see the plans God has for us. If you are having difficulty remembering how important Mass is here are some thoughts or suggestions you can dwell on:
God asks us to give the first and best to Him. This includes giving the first hour of our week to Him through participation in the Sunday Mass. Is that too much to give to God who has given us everything?
We don’t necessarily go to Mass for our own personal enjoyment. We go to praise God and thank Him for all the good things He has given to us. God made us so-cial beings. He wants us to come together in communi-ty to worship Him. Jesus said, "Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I" (Matthew 18:20).
The Mass is first of all a sacrifice — the perfect sacri-fice, created by Jesus. Through the priest we offer Jesus, Body and Blood, to the Father, just as Jesus offered Himself to the Father on the Cross. Through this memorial of Jesus, we offer God our praise, sorrow for our sins, and deepest thanks.
The Mass is also a meal. At the Consecration, the bread and wine, through the power of the Holy Spirit, become the Body and Blood of Christ. Not a mere symbol, but Jesus's real flesh and real blood, under the appearance of bread and wine. When we receive Holy Communion, we receive Jesus Himself. He is real food for our soul.
The Third Commandment: Remember to Keep Holy the Lord’s Day is definitely not where the reason we are obligated to participate in Mass ends, but it is a good place to start. In the earliest days of Christianity, Sunday replaced the Sabbath as the Lord’s Day because it was on Sunday that Jesus rose from the dead, Sunday on which He appeared to two of His dis-ciples and broke bread with them. It was from that first day onwards that the faithful began to celebrate the memorial of Christ’s sacrifice and rising, and still to-day, it is in the breaking of the bread that we recognize Jesus. The Second Vatican Council also recognizes that Sunday as the foremost day to celebrate the Eucharist was handed down from the day of the resurrection.
To vote you must be at least 18 years of age and a registered member.
You may vote for a maximum of two candidates. Your ballot will not be counted if your name is not on the ballot or you circle more than two candidates. The last day to vote is January 29, 2017.
Fellowship Sundays’ 2nd Sunday of the Month
Feb. Parish Council
Mar. KOPC Ladies Auxiliary
Apr. Men’s Group
The Art of Travel is going to...
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History
and Culture
May 4-7 and June 1-6, 2017 !!
"We Travel Places Beyond and Above Your Expectations for Fun
and Entertainment and Fun"
If anyone is interested in the trip please contact:
If you are caring, compassionate, and patient educator…
If you believe that every parent can accomplish personal goals, that every child deserves a solid educa-tional foundation, and that every family deserves a happy home, you may be a fit for our program.
Positions at locations throughout St. Louis City and St. Louis County
Available Positions
Early Head Start Teacher
Head Start Teacher Assistant
Contact Erica at (314) 427-4940
1st Reconciliation and 1st Com-munion – classes will begin on January 28 2017 at 10:30 a.m. with an Introductory Session for Parents/Guardians and children in the Parish Hall Building, Room 110. Registration forms and a schedule of classes for the Sacraments are on the Usher’s Table. Please complete the registration form and place it in the locked box or turn it in to the office no later than January 23, 2017. Children must be baptized Catholic, at least 7 years old and in the 2nd grade. First Communion will be celebrated on the Feast of the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ (Corpus Christi) June 18, 2017.
Register Now New Venue
Touhill Performing Arts Center (UMSL)
10th Annual Catholic Men for Christ
Conference
Featuring Marcus Grodi, Rev. Art Cavitt, Jon Leonetti and Damon Ownes
Saturday, February 18th, 2017
7:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
For More Information or registration:
Catholicmenforchirst.org
Get Ready Get Ready!!
Our Annual Fish Fry fundraiser starts March 3, 2017.
Volunteers are needed.
Sign-Up sheets are located at the Ushers table or you can call the parish office at (314) 533-0304.
Candidates for Parish Council 2017-2021
Please choose two names on the election form located at the Ushers’ table.
Jerilyn Bell
Ronda Smith-Branch
Linda Brown-Reed
Wanda Caldwell
Kurt Englander
Dana Jones
Kathy McGinnis
Ben Phillips
Shira Truitt
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JANUARY 22, 2017
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Financial Corner...
General Fund Actual Contributions Received
JANUARY 01st 15th
Envelopes $ 8,807.00 $ 5,242.00
Loose Donations $ 2,570.00 $ 458.00
Total Contributions $11,377.00 $ 5,700.00
Weekly Target Amount $12,000.00 $12,000.00
Under/Over Weekly Target $( 623,00) $( 6,300.00)
Stewardship Prayer…
That we may faithfully follow Jesus, wherever and when-
ever He calls.
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"GIFT CARDS ARE NOT JUST FOR
CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. Our church
benefit financially from the sale of gift cards
that are available for purchase after both mass-
es on Sundays in the baptismal room on the
Grand—South side of the church. On fellow-
ship/donut Sundays, the sale of gift cards are
in the gym.
You pay face value for the cards and not a
dime more. Gift cards for Shop n Save,
Dierberg's, Target, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart/
Sam's, Starbucks, Whole Foods, the AMC
Theatre, and many more in denominations
from $10 up to $100 can be purchased and
used like cash when you go to these stores for
your daily needs.
You know you will shop these stores some
time during the week, so please buy a gift
card, use it and help the ROCK Church pay its
bills with the receipts gained from the sale of
the gift cards. Please make this practice part
of your 2017 routine.
Thanks for your consideration and support of
your church."
“He called them, and immediately they left their boat and their father and followed Him.”
Matthew 4:22
Just as Jesus called the first apostles, He calls each of us to follow
Him, too. Not everyone is called to leave their business or family
behind, but we are expected to put God first in everything. Every-
thing from our time in daily prayer, our talent in participating in
one of our parish ministries and our treasure to support the finan-
cial needs of our parish mission.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JANUARY 22, 2017
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Save The Date and Join Us!
34th Annual Testimonial Dinner and Auction, Sunday, April 30, 2017
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
2:30 p.m. Silent Auction; Dinner Program at 4:00 p.m.
Single Tickets are $65.00, Table of 10 for $650.00
“The Hope of the Just Brings Joy”
Honoring adults, students and young adults from parishes and Fontbonne University. This year’s Lifetime Achievement honorees are:
Sister Barbara Moore of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondolet and
Mrs. Corliss Cox, widely recognized youth minister
The Torch Bearer honor is to Fr. Bob’s Outreach Ministry
Call the Center at 314-367-7929 for more info.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK & VISITS
"Is anyone sick among you? Call in the priests of the church and they will pray for the sick person and anoint them with oil." (James) This is the sacrament of the sick. ARE YOU SERIOUSLY SICK, GOING TO THE HOSPITAL OR HAVING AN OPERATION? Call and leave your hospital information at the office.
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION Sharon Cooney-Smith, DRE 314-533-0304 ext. 1001
RCIA/RCIC Children’s Liturgy of the Word Baptism First Reconciliation First Communion Confirmation Matrimony
Bulletin announcements must be in the office by 12 noon Tuesdays. Please fax items to 314 533-4260 or e-mail to [email protected]
COMMISSIONS & CHAIRS
Christian Formation Jean Anthony Christian Service Sheila Grigsby Finance & Adm. Monica Huddleston Liturgy Richard Buckley Social Life Rose Graham Youth & Young Adults TBD
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
Kristin Parran Elizabeth Boykin-Moore President Vice President
Richard Banks Deacon Morris Bohannon Melyney Hill Wendell Hill DeWayne Johnson Mark Kamp Kendra Martin Vincent Nutt Jason Winfrey Carolyn Yandell
ATTENTION
If your telephone number or address has changed, please contact the office at 533-0304. You may also put your updated information in the locked multipurpose box located on the north-side entrance ushers’ table.
COMMUNITY HELP
Wilhelmina Hardin Food Pantry Terri Schneider, Dir. of Wilhelmina Hardin Food Pantry (Emergency Aid) (314) 531-1040
St. Charles Lwanga Center (314) 367-7929
Community Health In Partnership Services (C.H.I.P.S.) (314) 652-9231
Community Women Against Hardship (CWAH) (314) 289-7523
