de PAUL - St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church

ST. VINCENT
de PAUL
SEPTEMBER 23, 2012
TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
C H U R C H
1502 E. Wallen Road • Fort Wayne, IN 46825• www.saintv.org
PARISH STAFF
Pastor ........................................................... Msgr. John Kuzmich
Parochial Vicar ........................................... Fr. Andrew Budzinski
Parochial Vicar ......................................... Fr. Polycarp Fernando
Deacon............................................... Rev. Mr. James Fitzpatrick
Pastoral Associate ........................................ Dorothy Schuerman
Pastoral Associate ..........................................................Julia Thill
Business Administrator ............................................ Sherry Miller
School Principal ..................................................... Sandra Guffey
Dir. of Religious Education ............................. Debbie Blackburn
Director of Music .................................................... Tony Andorfer
Facilities Manager ................................................. Bruce Cadwell
Youth Director ............................................................... Sarah Hill
Youth Director ..................................................... Lindsay Klinker
Parish Secretary ...................................................Mary Berkshire
Parish Secretary ................................................... Marie Andorfer
Parish Secretary ...................................................... Geri Schmidt
Parish Nurse/Homebound Ministry ....................... Deb Andrews
Parish Pastoral Council Chairperson........................ Suzon Motz
TELEPHONES
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekend
Saturday 5:00 pm; Sunday 7:15, 9:00, 11:00 am and
6:00 pm Life Teen Mass
Weekday and Holyday: As scheduled in bulletin.
SACRAMENTS
Reconciliation
Sat. 8:45-9:45 am or anytime by appointment.
Baptism
Sunday following the last Mass; also baptisms may be
scheduled during Sunday Mass. Baptismal Catechesis is
required prior to baptism.
Matrimony
Arrangements must be made at least six months in advance.
Sick and Communion Calls
Please keep us informed of the sick and homebound,
particularly when there is serious illness.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL PARISH SCHOOL (1720 E. WALLEN ROAD)
Church Office…Hours: 8:30—4:30 pm M—F ... (260) 489-3537
Church Fax ....................................................................497-9405
E-Mail ...........................................stvincentchurch@hotmail.com
Religious Education Office .............................................. ext. 204
Youth Ministry Office ....................................................... ext. 228
Director of Music ............................................................. ext. 210
Spiritual Center ............................................................... ext. 222
Wedding Coordinator Rhonda Noll ..............................341-1249
Development Director Linda McCarthy .......................... ext. 247
Scout Lodge ..................................................................489-1763
Prayer Line Laurie ........................................................755-0816
Prayer Line Dolly...........................................................489-4461
A Catholic education for children (grades K-8)
Office Hours ..................................................... 7:15 am-3:15 pm
School Office, Denise Molinaro ......... (260) 489-3537 ext. 213
School Attendance Line, Ellen Ryan ............................... ext. 214
School Kitchen................................................................. ext. 220
School Secretary, Kathy Palmer ..................................... ext. 212
School Assistant Principal ................................ Elizabeth Kleber
BULLETIN DEADLINE
We welcome persons interested in embracing the Catholic
faith. Please call the church office.
Items should be in the church office via e-mail by Monday 9:00 am.
NEW PARISHIONERS
Registration for new members is held on the second Sunday
of the month following the 9:00 am Mass.
CATECHUMENATE
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N E W S
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N O T E S
FROM THE PASTOR
Monday, September 24
*6:30 am Ki-Bong An
8:00 am Mary Frances & Clarence
Bechtel
Tuesday, September 25
*6:30 am Andrew Chung
8:00 am Gilbert Laguna
Wednesday, September 26
*6:30 am Young Bae An
8:00 am Mary Stoll
Thursday, September 27
*6:30 am Int. Hwa Soon Chang
8:00 am James Coonan ALL MASS
Friday, September 28
8:00 am David Westrick
Saturday, September 29
8:00 am Int. Michael Beachy
5:00 pm Dec. Members Ohlman/
Malone Fam.
Sunday, September 30
7:15 am Dennis Ricker
9:00 am Cecilia Sherlock
11:00 am Thelma Mihalik
12:45 pm Eileen Arend
6:00 pm For the Parish (Life Teen
Mass)
*Chapel
MID-WEEK RECONCILIATION
Wednesday, September 19
4:30 to 5:00 pm
The feast day of St. Vincent de Paul is Thursday of this week,
September 27. Because this is our patronal feast, we will honor
our great patron next weekend at all the Masses. We know of
his love for the Lord, the Church and the poor. As we have done annually,
there will be a second collection for the work of our St. Vincent de Paul Society.
We have many requests for assistance with food, rent, utilities and medicine.
Members of our St. Vincent de Paul Society often visit the homes of those
persons requesting help to be of comfort to them and to assess their need. It
was St. Vincent de Paul’s love for the poor that inspired Blessed Frédéric Ozanam, a
lawyer and married man, to found the St. Vincent de Paul Society which is a
world-wide organization serving the poor. An alcove of the church is
dedicated to him with a stained glass window depicting this godly man
wearing a top hat. Visit this alcove and say a little prayer thanking him for his
good work and asking his prayers for our parish’s commitment to serve the
poor. Parents may want to google “Blessed Ozanam” and in visiting the
alcove with their children, tell them his story.
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The 12:45 pm Sunday Mass returns next Sunday, September 30. This Mass
will help lessen the attendance at the 11:00 am Mass, which is quite full.
We want to avoid having people stand in the Gathering Space during Mass,
other than parents with infants or toddlers.
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Vincentfest is today! Come and spend an enjoyable afternoon with your
fellow parishioners. There will be good food, entertainment and games for
the children.
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We keep in our prayers the women preparing for the Christ Renews His
Parish retreat which is being held next weekend. The men’s weekend went
very well.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Sunday, 12:00 pm—5:30 pm and
Wednesday, 9:00 am—6:00 pm
Our parish is privileged to have
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
in the Reservation Chapel. For
information about Sunday Adoration,
contact Julie Fox at 489-0111.
Don’t forget Join us for
Vincentfest
on Sunday, 12:00 noon6:00 pm.
Come out and enjoy delicious food,
childrens’ games, entertainment
and parish community!!
If you are interested in
learning more about the
Catholic faith, its
teachings and traditions, please call
Julia at 489-3537 ext. 208.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY—SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND
Next weekend, September 29 and 30, our parish will be celebrating the
feast day of St. Vincent de Paul, which is Thursday, September 27. Our
St. Vincent de Paul Society will take up a second collection for those in need
in our area. God bless you for helping these persons in their time of need.
MISS VIRGINIA MISSION SUNDAY
Please remember this ministry to the needy of the inner city next weekend,
September 29/30. Bags of food or paper products may be left in the
Gathering Space of the church. Whatever is collected is taken to Inner City
Hope Mission House that very day, so please refrain from bringing items
through the week.
“Let us pray for these
sons and daughters of
St. Vincent’s as they
prepare for their
wedding day.”
WEDDING BANNS
III Brandt Carrol and Shardi Youngblutt
II Joe Kerwin and Laura McCarthy
I Alan Minne and Christina Gephart
SCHOOL & YOUTH NEWS
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
CATECHISTS STILL NEEDED!!!
Even though Religious Ed has started, we are still in
need of catechists to teach grade 5 on Sunday
afternoon from 4:00 to 5:30 pm. We have wonderful
ladies who have stepped forward to teach temporarily
but can’t make the commitment for the full year. The
topic of instruction for 5th grade is the Sacraments and
living more fully in the Holy Spirit. We have a wonderful
teacher’s manual and numerous resources through the
Religious Ed office. My thanks go out to all of the
dedicated catechists who are giving of their time to
serve in this ministry. God has provided very qualified
people with a love for children and our Lord. Your
blessings will be many as you minister to the children of
our parish. If you are interested in sharing in the joy of
the Religious Education ministry please call Debbie at
489-3537 ext. 204.
PARENT MEETING
Thank you to all the parents who attended the parent
meeting! It was wonderful to see such a positive
response to the faith formation of your children. I look
forward to the partnership we will share this year in
helping our kids get to heaven!
CONFIRMATION RALLY
The 8th grade Confirmation Rally is coming up on
Saturday, October 13. Forms and fees are due no later
than September 28. Any forms received after this date
will be the parent’s responsibility to turn in directly to
the diocese.
CHAPERONES NEEDED!!
We have had very few volunteers to chaperone the 8th grade
Confirmation Rally!! If we don’t have chaperones, the kids
will not be able to attend. If you are able to help, please
call Debbie as soon as possible at 489-3537 ext. 204.
SACRAMENTAL YEARS
Children must complete Grade 1 Religious Ed classes in
order to make their First Communion in Grade 2. Also,
Grade 7 Religious Ed must be completed prior to
reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation in Grade 8.
Registration is going on at this time. Please call
489-3537 ext. 235 to register.
RE FALL SCHEDULE
Sunday
September 23 No RE (Vincentfest)
September 30 RE
Wednesday September 26 RE
Preschool
Sunday
September 23 No Preschool (Vincentfest)
September 30 Preschool
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SCHOOL NEWS
Following the long,
very hot days of
summer, students and
staff began the new
school year on a
positive note. Now an
entire month into
school, NWEA testing is
finished, teachers are
organizing groups to
meet specific student
needs and generally we
are settled into our Community in Christ.
Our goals this year include emphasizing the Works of Mercy
as we seek to expand our community beyond our school
doors. In this Year of Faith proclaimed by Pope Benedict,
we focus on the message heard last Sunday from the letter
of James, “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if
someone says he has faith, but does not have works?”
As happens every year, the Student Council chooses a
service project on which the whole school works
throughout the year. This year the project is across the
ocean in Kenya, East Africa, where Sister M. Germaine of
the Poor Handmaids became active in leading an
orphanage 12 years ago called St. Joseph’s Caring Place.
Sister Germaine, who is from Donaldson, Indiana, will
visit our school on Tuesday, October 2, during our annual
We Care Week to talk about her orphanage and the needs
of the 75 young men it serves.
Good things happen at St. Vincent de Paul School every
day, and we are grateful for the opportunity we have to
share in the spiritual growth of our students. We invite you
to find out more about our school or visit us at any time to
learn about our Community in Christ.
EDGE GIRLS RETREAT
What a fantastic weekend the Edge Girls'
Retreat was! We are so blessed for every
moment of the weekend and so thankful to
all those who made it possible! I would like to thank a couple of
people in particular. First, thanks to our musicians and singers
who provided us with wonderful music over the weekend. Thank
you to Bruce and the Fridleys for the use of their trucks and
trailers. Thank you to the adult Core team who put together our
amazing sessions and took care of all the small details that make
this weekend possible. Thank you to the teens who helped with
various parts of the retreat and really played an invaluable part in
the weekend. And thank you to the girls who attended the
weekend - their openness and enthusiasm enabled the retreat to
be amazing! It was truly a beautiful weekend!
FACETIME
What if you could FaceTime with Jesus? 7th and 8th graders, join
us for a fantastic night Monday, September 24, from 7:00—8:45 pm
in the Gathering Space to find out if and how Jesus and technology
go together!
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C H U R C H
YOUTH MINISTRY CALENDAR
Sunday, Sept. 23
Tuesday, Sept. 25
Wednesday, Sept. 26
Thursday, Sept. 27
Sunday, Sept. 30
Social—Bonfire Retreat Prep: Prelude at
Life House, 7:00—9:00 pm
Mini Hour, 7:30 pm at Life House
Pray at Abortion Clinic, 7:00 am
Retreat Prep: Prelude at
Life House, 7:00—9:00 pm
Life Night: What’s Behind the Door #1
RETREAT PLANNING MEETING
We had our meeting this past Thursday to begin
preparations for our Fall Retreat, Hope Rising, which will be
November 2—4. If you would like to help put on the retreat
but missed the meeting, just see Sarah for the forms and
info. If you’d like to help with Prelude (which does all the
decorations, palanca envelopes, nametags, etc.), you can
just drop by any Tuesday or Thursday anytime between
7:00-9:00 pm at the Life House from now until the retreat.
HOPE RISING
The Fall Retreat preparations have begun! It’s going to be an
amazing weekend with praise & worship, skits, talks, small
groups, reconciliation, Mass, Adoration and much, much
more. The last retreat filled up quickly and space is limited
so get your form in soon to reserve your spot. Please note
that only forms from St. V’s and OLGH teens will be accepted
until October 1, when it will open up to all teens.
E V E N T S
FAITHFEST
For information about our
Life Teen Program,
please contact Sarah Hill,
435-0453 or [email protected].
This year, the huge and amazing diocesan event, FaithFest,
will be held Sunday, November 18. The theme this year is
Don’t Be a Robot and will feature the amazing and talented
Mark Hart, who is not only a great speaker, apologist, blogger,
Bible Geek, etc., but happens to also be VP of Life Teen.
This is an event you don’t want to miss!! Trust me! Forms
will be available soon, so mark it down and be sure to
register to attend!
PARENTS: FALL SEMESTER OF LIFE NIGHTS
Parents - we will begin sending out our new Life Teen
Newsletter soon. We will be sending a sheet home with your
teen for you to fill out, so if you’d like to be included in the
email list, please be sure to send the sheet back with your
teen. If the sheet doesn’t make it to you, call or email Sarah,
or check our Facebook page (St. Vincent de Paul Life Teen).
Thanks for all you do as a parent!
PARENT LIFE SUPPORT
There are two Food Parent teams without a leader, so if you
would be willing to lead these amazing parents please
contact Sarah ASAP so we can get those groups back up and
rolling again. Thanks so much!!
CORE TEAM
Have you felt God calling you to serve Him, but aren’t sure
how? Maybe He is calling you to serve His teens. Talk to
Sarah or any of the core team for more information.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS’ TRAINING
We are now accepting names of persons who would like to be an
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion at the Sunday Liturgies or to the
homebound. If you are interested in this liturgical ministry or can recommend
someone, you may call the church office no later than Friday, October 5. All
candidates for this ministry must be present for a training session; however,
attendance at this meeting is by invitation only, so it is important that we have
the names of potential candidates as soon as possible.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion must be registered members of
the parish for at least six months, over age 16, a Catholic in good standing with
the Church, and a person with a good reputation in the community. It is
assumed, of course, that the candidate has a love for our Lord in the Eucharist
and a desire to deepen this love through this beautiful ministry. We ask you to
recommend a member of the parish, or you may submit your own name.
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION CLASS
Parents are required to attend two Baptismal Preparation Sessions before the baptism of
their child. In Session I, a couple from the parish will talk about Catholic parenting and the
importance of becoming involved in the parish. In Session II, Deacon Jim will walk through the
Baptismal process and discuss the important role of Godparents. You may attend Session II
before Session I, if necessary. Each session will begin at 7:00 pm. It is recommended that
you attend before the birth of your child so there will be no delay in setting a date for the
baptism once the baby is born. Godparents, too, are welcome. At least one parent and one
godparent must be Catholic. Also, parents must be registered in the Parish. Please call the
church office to sign up for your sessions (489-3537).
Session I (East Meeting Room) - October 11
Session II (Church Conf. Room) - October 18
HELP US WELCOME
THE DOMINICAN SISTERS!
The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of
the Eucharist, from Ann Arbor, Michigan,
are sending approximately 30 postulants
and novitiates to St. Felix Monastery in
Huntington to complete their degrees in
education. To welcome them, St. Vincent's
will be giving the Sisters a "Convent Warming"
shower on Wednesday, September 26, at
7:00 pm in the Spiritual Center. All are
welcome! Gift cards are most useful, as
the sisters will have a variety of needs:
Wal-Mart, Sam's, Hobby Lobby, Lowe's and
local Catholic bookstores. Questions: Call
Ann Gray 341-8953.
REGISTERED TO VOTE?
Registration at St. Vincents will be held
next weekend, September 29/30.
For more information contact
Kathy Fisher at 637-1113. Don’t let
others decide your future! Visit
indianavoters.com for further
information on your voting status.
CALENDAR & NEWS
MEETINGS OF THE WEEK
Monday, September 24
6:30 pm Light Weigh—Reconciliation Area
7:00 pm St. Vincent de Paul Society—Chapel
Tuesday, September 25
8:45 am Two by Two Bible Study—East Room
6:30 pm Shepherds of Christ—Blessed Sacrament
Chapel
6:45 pm RCIA—Spiritual Center
Wednesday, September 26
9:00 am Adoration of Blessed Sacrament—
Blessed Sacrament Chapel
9:00 am WINGS—Spiritual Ctr., East Room, Nursery
7:00 pm “Convent Warming” Shower—Spiritual Ctr.
Thursday, September 27
9:00 am WINGS II—Community Room A
7:00 pm 7-Steps—Community Room A
Saturday, September 29
Women’s CRHP Weekend
Sunday, September 30
12:00 pm Adoration of Blessed Sacrament—Blessed
Sacrament Chapel
Women’s CRHP Weekend
7:00 pm Rekindle the Fire—Parish Hall
GOLF OUTING A SUCCESS!
We appreciate all
the support from the
golfers, generous
sponsors and from
those parents who
donated prizes for
our first Tee for
SaintV golf event.
Everyone enjoyed
playing the golf
1st Place Team
course followed by
dinner and prize awards. A big THANK YOU to all event
sponsors and to each of the volunteers from the
Development Committee who helped make this day a
fun and successful event for the School!
ROSARY SOCIETY
The next Rosary meeting is October 1 at 6:30 pm in
Community Room A of the Spiritual Center. We are
hoping to put Miraculous Medals together.
HARVEST HOUSE FALL FESTIVAL
Wednesday, October 10, St. Louis Besancon Church.
Mass at 10:30 am, followed by lunch & entertainment.
$10 tickets, prepaid only. No tickets at the door!
Checks to Harvest House, mail to:
Margaret Freiburger, 6416 Baytree Dr.,
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Reservation deadline is September 25.
Carpool 9:30 am. Phone 482-2085.
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WOMEN’S CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH WEEKEND
Are you looking for a way to revitalize your faith and make
new friends? Join us for the next women’s Christ Renews
His Parish weekend, September 29—30. This is a
wonderful opportunity for spiritual growth and fellowship.
Please contact Deb Niezer, [email protected] or
637-6013 for more information.
DIDN’T JOIN TEAM AFTER YOUR CRHP WEEKEND?
If you attended a Christ Renews His Parish weekend at
St. Vincent’s but did not join Team, this may be your time
to participate in the formation process. The start of the
formation process begins with the Evening of Discipleship.
If you have questions or are interested in joining Team 53,
please contact the Co-Spiritual Director for the next
Men’s/Women’s Team:
• Men’s Evening of Discipleship: Sunday, September 23.
Contact: Tom Szymanski, 482-4731
• Women’s Evening of Discipleship: Sunday, October 7.
Contact: Mary Lynn Hamrick, 414-9301
CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH—
CONTINUATION COMMITTEE KITCHEN COORDINATOR OPENING
We will be discerning individuals or a husband/wife team
for the three-year commitment to the Committee’s service
position of Kitchen Coordinator. Duties include working
with the team kitchen coordinators, organizing and
preparing meals during four Christ Renews His Parish
weekends per year and participating in monthly CRHP
Continuation meetings. If you have been on a past Christ
Renews His Parish weekend and team, are a registered
parishioner in good standing with the Church and feel
called to serve in this ministry, please send a letter to the
Church Office “Attn: Jennifer Zurbuch” answering the
following questions: How did you hear this call? What is
your previous team experience and ministry? How do you
feel you could best serve the committee, teams and
invitees? The deadline for receiving your letter is
November 1. For more information regarding this ministry,
contact Jennifer Zurbuch at 338-1595.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY PANTRY
The pantry is in need of non-perishable items. This is
what we need the most:
Cereal
All pastas
Spaghetti
Peanut butter
Jelly
Pasta sides
Rice sides
Pancake mix
Bake mix
Tuna
Meal helpers Crackers
Ketchup
Fruit
Toothpaste
Paper towels
Laundry soap Dish soap
Bathroom tissue Tissues
Shampoo
Canned spaghetti Pasta sauce
Conditioner
Mac ‘n cheese
Boxed potatoes Mustard
We welcome new members—the need is great.
Thank you for your support.
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P A R I S H
E V E N T S
THERE IS STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR
ARISE TOGETHER IN CHRIST!
Contact Dorothy in the Church office at
489-3537 ext. 207 or
[email protected] for more
information or to reserve your spot!
Also, the ARISE Core team, along with
Msgr. John, is asking everyone in the
parish to pray for the Success of ARISE
in our parish and in the Diocese!
Please complete the prayer card with
your commitment, or use one of the
cards located in the Gathering Space
or at the Church entrances. All
completed cards can be returned in
the collection or in the designated box
in the Gathering Space. THANK YOU!
ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE
(It is YOUR responsibility to find a replacement)
Saturday, September 29
8:00 am
Rebecca Weber, Olivia Christensen
5:00 pm TEAM 20: Brook & Bryce Kumfer,
Ryan Richardson, Erin Blackburn
Sunday, September 30
7:15 am TEAM 9: Lizzie Roy, Zachary Sorg,
Patrick McCalley, Leah Anderson
9:00 am TEAM 15: Luke & Johnathan Sarrazine,
Holly & Danny Reith
11:00 am TEAM 18: Joe & Jacob Smith,
Erin Lepper, Chris Hagar
12:45 pm TEAM 23: Sam Yolevich, Marcus Leach,
Kendall Willwerth
ST. VINCENT’S AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS
The first annual Scout Sunday for St. Vincent’s
American Heritage Girls was September 16, honoring the
anniversary of AHG, which started in 1995. "Faith, Service,
Fun" is their motto, and their core belief is "Building Women
of Integrity through service to God, family, community
and country." St. Vincent’s AHG troop began with 74 girls
in its inaugural year and they look to surpass that
number this school year.
MARKET DAY—ORDERS DUE!
Orders for the October Sale are due by midnight, Saturday,
September 29. Pick-up is on October 4. Get a FREE
package of broccoli florets with $40 purchase and a FREE
package of ChicNSteakes with a purchase of $90 and
OCTBONUS in the promo code box. ALL orders will receive a
FREE PB&J Grahamwich Bar. The FREEquent buyer
continues! Questions, call Eva at 490-9329.
USHER SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER
Saturday
5:00 pm Cortney Kitchen, Ron Abbott, Justin Craw,
Brian Dumford
Sunday
7:15 am Gary Weaver, Dave Barrett, Tom Herber
9:00 am Tony Turner, Glen Wynn, Donald Bobay,
Rudi Siela, Mike Koch
11:00 am Ron Tirpak, Andy Bobay, David Kinniry,
Joshua Burkhardt, Paul Kalonji
12:45 pm Tim Helbing, John Becker, Randy Thelen,
Ben Becker
AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS WHO EARNED THE
"FAMILY OF GOD" RELIGIOUS MEDAL DURING 2011-12 YEAR
Tessa Druhot, Allison Leach, Kennedy Court, Lauren Clark,
Katie Schiffli, Makayla Sturm, Grace Simcox,
Emily Szczepanski, Lucy Bobay, Katherine Ball,
Augusta A'Hearn, Megan Sheehan, Maggie Leach,
Michaela Mooney, Emma Scrogham and Alison Deshaies.
The medals were handed out after the first annual
American Heritage Girls Scout Sunday on September 16.
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