September 27, 2015 - St. Columbkille Catholic Church

St. Columbkille Catholic Church
Wilmington, Ohio
Holy Name Chapel
Blanchester, Ohio
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015
TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
VOCATION VIEW
All who serve in the name of Jesus will receive a reward.
Encourage someone you know who would be of service as a priest, deacon, brother, or sister.
(Mark 9:38-43)
GIFTS
TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SEPTEMBER 20, 2015
897 Registered Families
164 Sunday Identified Gifts
Unidentified Gifts
TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION
TOTAL SUNDAY & HOLY DAY
COLLECTION (FISCAL Y.T.D.) NEEDED FROM SUNDAY &
HOLY DAY COLLECTION (FISCAL Y.T.D.)
SVDP Dimes
$ 6,126.15
$
566.96
$ 6,693.11
$100,963.50
$110,772.00
$
5.00
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
October 4th is the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, and in the spirit of
his love of nature, we will offer the Annual Blessing of Animals on
Saturday, October 3, 2015. Bring your pet to St. Columbkille at 10:30
a.m. and gather outside the parish center, or later that day at Holy
Name for a Blessing after the 6:15 p.m. Mass.
Please welcome Emilee Jean Gould and Regan Nicole
Gould, daughters of Michael and Shannon Gould, who were
baptized at St. Columbkille on Saturday, September 19, 2015, by
Deacon Bob Meyer. Congratulations to the Godparents: Gregory and
Yoland Gould, and Christopher Spisak, and Melissa Kirk.
The Knights of Columbus 3369 will hold its Pancake Breakfast
from 9:00-10:30 a.m., Sunday, October 4th, in the St. Columbkille
Parish Center Basement. The menu includes: flavor of the month
pancakes, regular pancakes, eggs, sausage, goetta, milk, juice and
coffee. Cost is $6.00 for adults, $4.00 for children, and $25.00 for
families of six or more. Children age five and younger are free.
WOMEN’S MORNING RETREAT
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
In the upcoming weeks, the 2016 Heritage Missals will be arriving.
We are going to cover them in the clear contact paper to help them
endure the daily wear and tear. Once they arrive, we will set a date
for volunteers to help. If you are interested in volunteering, please
call the parish office, or email [email protected].
Thank you.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL OF:
• Walt Baur, father of Andrea (Mark) Bush who passed on September
13, 2015.
May Jesus bless Walt with eternal warmth, everlasting life, and
comfort his family. We are sorry for your loss.
Saturday, October 17, 2015
9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
StC Parish Center Basement
“And he will guide you into all the truth”
Councils in the Life of the Church
This year, Father Mike will conclude the Church Councils class
from the first lecture in November 2013, and the second lecture in
November 2014. Professor Fr. Mike will instruct students about the
Vatican Councils to help us learn about the Holy Spirit guiding the
life of the Church. The event is hosted by the Sacred Heart Sodality
Ladies. Lunch will be provided. Please contact Barb Martin at
[email protected] or at 937-987-2790 if you have any
questions or suggestions.
LITURGICAL MINISTERS FOR OCTOBER 3/4, 2015
SERVERS
4:00 p.m.
Saturday
StC
6:15 p.m.
Saturday
HNC
8:15 a.m.
Sunday
StC
11:00 a.m.
Sunday
StC
LECTORS
GREETERS
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Molly Lynch,
Drake Bennett
Jim Krusling,
Josh Germann,
Cecilia Krusling Adam Germann
Deacon Bob Baker, Carol Utrup, Dan Murtland, Arvil Hines,
Doris Pease
Alisha Handra,
Mary Handra
Judy Morris
Tom Handra,
Jim Wiederhold
Volunteer Needed, Volunteer Needed
Anna Garnai,
Emily Brausch,
Noah Brausch
Corin Norohna,
Shannon O’Boyle,
John Ulmer
Rich Garnai,
Barbara Baker
Pandy McCarthy,
David Forsyth
Kathy Mayer, Kathy Havey, Hue Vu, Charlotte Bland,
John Romer, (CL) Mary Gibson, (CL) Frank Kanyuck
Carolyn Warner Jim Brausch,
Mark Steinmetz
Deacon Bob Meyer, John Merling, Sara Carruthers,
Joyce Noland, Deanna Liermann, (CL) Kathy Schwab,
(CL) Julie Umstead
The first name for E.M. will have the host and the others will have the cups; the first name for CL will have the host.
TWEAKING THE WELCOME
SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 4, 2015
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 – Vigil:
Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:00 p.m. Thomas P. Schwab (Jim & Kathy Schwab) [StC]
6:15 p.m. Ilo Walker (Kelly & Charles Ely) [HNC]
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 –
Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:15 a.m. 59th Wedding Anniversary of Fred & Judy Simpson
(Fred & Judy Simpson) [StC]
11:00 a.m. Mabel Mitchell (Gene & Pat Guzzi) [StC]
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 – St. Wencelaus, Martyr;
St. Lawrence Ruiz & Companions, Martyrs
9:00 a.m. Mariae Hong (Hue Vu) [StC]
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 –
Sts. Michael, Gabriel & Raphael, Archangels
9:00 a.m. Paul & Jane Lees (Lees Family) [StC]
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 –
St. Jerome, Priest & Doctor of the Church
9:30 a.m. Communion Svc [HNC]
7:00 p.m. Ann Schuster (Jim & Kathy Schwab) [StC]
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 –
St. Therese of the Child Jesus, Virgin & Doctor of the Church
9:00 a.m. Giles Engler (Issac & Doris Pease) [StC]
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 – The Holy Guardian Angels
9:00 a.m. Ann Gagnon (Leo Gerbus) [StC]
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 – Vigil:
Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:00 p.m. Blake Li (Multon Family) [StC]
6:15 p.m. Beth Pevereux (Tom & Joann Brausch) [HNC]
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 –
Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:15 a.m. Ruth Brooks (Fr. Michael Holloran) [StC]
11:00 a.m. All Parishioners [StC]
YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE
November 30, 2014-February 2, 2016
The Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Sacrament of the
Eucharist: Basic Questions and Answers
Online Article: usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/the-mass/order-ofmass/liturgy-of-the-eucharist/the-real-presence-of-jesus-christ-inthe-sacrament-of-the-eucharist-basic-questions-and-answers.cfm
By his Real Presence in the Eucharist, Christ fulfils his promise to be
with us “always, until the end of the age” (Mt 28:20). As St. Thomas
Aquinas wrote, “It is the law of friendship that friends should live
together. Christ has not left us without his bodily presence in this our
pilgrimage, but he joins us to himself in this sacrament in the reality
of his body and blood” (Summa Theologiae, III q. 75, a. 1). With this gift
of Christ’s presence in our midst, the Church is truly blessed. As Jesus
told His disciples, referring to His presence among them, “Amen, I
say to you, many prophets and righteous people longed to see what
you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not
hear it” (Mt 13:17). In the Eucharist, the Church both receives the gift
of Jesus Christ and gives grateful thanks to God for such a blessing.
This thanksgiving is the only proper response, for through this gift of
himself in the celebration of the Eucharist under the appearances of
bread and wine Christ gives us the gift of eternal life.
“Amen, amen, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of
Man and drink his blood, you do not have life within you. Whoever
eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise
him on the last day. For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true
drink. Just as the living Father sent me and I have life because of the
Father, so also the one who feeds on me will have life because of me.”
(Jn 6:53-57)
With further parishioner input, thought, and discussion in the
Worship Commission, the following minor changes to how we start
Mass seems helpful.
• When the bell rings five minutes before, a lector will read a prayer
composed to help one prepare for Mass. We will start with one by
St. Thomas Aquinas. Those present are asked to meditate on these
words during a period of silence.
• When the bell for Mass rings, the deacon or priest from the back
will invite all to stand and greet those around them with words of
welcome.
• When everyone seems ready, a song leader or choir leader will
announce the opening hymn and invite all to join in the singing.
• The opening hymn is sung during the procession, and Mass
proceeds in the manner prescribed by the Roman Missal
Prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas:
Almighty eternal God, behold I come to the Sacrament of Your Only
Begotten Son, our Lord Jesus Christ,
as one sick to the physician of life,
as one unclean to the fountain of mercy,
as one blind to the light of everlasting brightness,
as one poor and needy to the Lord of heaven and earth.
I ask, therefore, for the abundance of your immense generosity,
that You may graciously cure my sickness,
wash my defilement,
give light to my blindness,
enrich my poverty,
clothe my nakedness,
so that I may receive the bread of Angels,
the King of kings and Lord of lords,
with such reverence and humility,
such contrition and devotion,
such purity and faith, such purpose and intention
as are conducive to the salvation of my soul.
Grant, I pray, that I may receive
not only the Sacrament of our Lord’s Body and Blood,
but also the reality and power of that Sacrament.
O most gentle God,
grant that I may so receive
the Body of Your Only Begotten Son, our Lord Jesus Christ,
which he took from the Virgin Mary,
that I may be made worthy to merit being incorporated into his
Mystical Body and to be counted amongst its members.
O most loving Father,
grant that I may at my last gaze forever
upon unveiled face of Your beloved Son
whom I, a wayfarer,
propose to receive now veiled under these species:
Who lives and reigns with You for ever and ever.
Amen.
STC SOCIAL SENIORS
StC Social Seniors will hold their next gathering on Tuesday, October
6, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. in the StC Parish Center Basement. The guest
speaker will be Walt, the owner of Stagecoach Toys of Bellbrook,
Ohio. Walt will bring some vintage toys to share their history. He also
invites us to bring a toy of our past for assessment. He encourages
anyone with small collectible knives and collectible watches, to bring
them also. So check out your attic and basement to share at a fun
gathering. Please bring a snack to share. For more information, feel
free to call Rita Butcher at 937-382-8054.
BAPTISM WORKSHOP
If you are a first time parent seeking a Baptism for your baby or
child, then you are required to attend a BAPTISM WORKSHOP. The
workshop is scheduled on the second Sunday, October 11, 2015 after
the 11:00 a.m. Mass if someone has registered. Please call the parish
office to schedule a Baptism or to register for the class. Thank you.
THE WEEK
AHEAD
Sunday, September 27
7:15 a.m. Folk Choir Practice (CL)
9:30 a.m. Parents and PreK-Grade 6 Faith
Formation Children Gathering (PCB)
11:15 a.m. Liturgy of the Word with Children (CU)
Monday, September 28
6:30 a.m. Weekly Men’s Encounter (PCL)
4:30 p.m. AHG Troop Meeting (PCB)
6:15 p.m. Healthy Living with God
Support Group (CU)
6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts (PC Upper Level CR’s)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts (PCB)
7:00 p.m. Parish Finance Council (PC CR 6)
Tuesday, September 29
7:00 p.m. Adult Education Class
(PCB CR’s 11/12)
7:00 p.m. Traditional Choir Practice (CL)
7:00 p.m. SVDP (PC)
Wednesday, September 30
7:00 p.m. Confessions (StC)
Thursday, October 1
9:30 a.m. Women’s Encounter (PCL)
7:00 p.m. K of C 4D Meeting (CU)
7:00 p.m. RCIA (PC)
Friday, October 2
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Blessed Margaret of Castello
Homeschool Group (PCB)
7:00 p.m. NA Meeting (CU)
Saturday, October 3
7:02 a.m. Men’s Fellowship Breakfast (PCB)
10:30 a.m. Blessing of the Animals (PC Grounds)
3:00-3:45 p.m. Confessions (StC)
3:35 p.m. Rosary (StC)
7:15 p.m. Blessing of the Animals (HNC Grounds)
7:00 p.m. AA Meeting (CU)
AND BEYOND…
Monday, October 5 – Parish Council Meeting (PC CR 6)
Wednesday, October 7 – Scriptural Rosary (StC)
Sunday, October 11 – Baptism Workshop (PC)
Saturday, October 17 – Women’s Retreat/Conclusion of
Ecumenical Councils by Fr. Mike (PCB)
To visit our online calendar, please go to stcolumbkille.org,
scroll over Parish News tab, click on calendar.
Reminder: CL=Choir Loft; CU=Church Undercroft; PC=Parish
Ctr; PCL=Parish Center Library; PCB=Parish Ctr Basement; PC
CR=Parish Center Classroom; PCB CR=Parish Ctr Basement
Classroom; HNCSH=Holy Name Chapel Social Hall
SACRED HEART SODALITY LADIES
Please join us this Friday, October 2, 2015 at the 9:00 a.m.
StC Mass for our monthly devotion to the Sacred Heart.
After Mass, we will gather for our “breakfast social” at a
restaurant of choice.
VIRTUS BULLETIN REMINDER
Please remember to check your virtus.org account at the beginning of
this month to stay up to date on your monthly bulletin reads. Thank
you.
SCRIPTURAL ROSARY – Wednesday, October
7, 2015, 6:15 p.m., St. Columbkille. All are invited.
Questions? Please contact Susan Baker at 289-2449 or
email [email protected].
FIRST SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD EVENTS AT STC
CONFESSIONS will be heard from 3:00-3:45 p.m.
THE ROSARY will be prayed beginning at 3:35 p.m.
NINE MONTHS WITH CHRIST IN THE WOMB
Week 27: The folds and grooves in Jesus’ brain are expanding
and getting more complex at this stage. He also boasts of a
healthy head of hair as well. Jesus of the womb, Hear our
prayers! Please pray this prayer every day between March
25th and December 25th, 2015:
Dear Jesus of the Womb,
Most fragile child of Mary’s protection, we look to You as the youngest
image of perfect innocence. We lift up our prayers to You who will save each
of our souls. Just as You entered humanity through this most gentle and
helpless state, now help us to find Your presence in the faces of all the gentle
and helpless persons of the earth. Bless us with eyes that see You and ears
that hear You: in the presence of the poor and the outcast, the hungry and the
homeless, the condemned and the war-torn, the elderly and the unborn. May
we discover You every day as at Christmas and offer You our gifts every day
as at Epiphany. This we ask of You and the Father, with Your Holy Spirit,
and in union with Mary Your tender home, Amen.
For more information, please visit catholiccincinnati.org/
ministries-offices/family-life/respect-life/respect-life-coordinators/
nine-months-with-christ-in-the-womb/#events.
NEW LIFE CLINIC
ANNUAL FUND-RAISING DINNER
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Seating – 6:15 p.m., Dinner – 7:00 p.m.
Wilmington High School Audeteria
300 Richardson Pl., Wilmington, OH 45177
Featured speaker, Abby Johnson, is a former Planned Parenthood
volunteer turned director who had a change of heart on her beliefs
after witnessing an ultrasound-guided abortion. Abby has been
featured in various media outlets and is the author of the best-selling
book, unPLANNED. She now travels the country sharing her story
and encouraging others to join the Pro-Life fight. Join us as we hear
what the NLC is striving to do right here in our community, as we
witness Abby’s testimony, and as we are inspired to continue the
fight in this ultimate battle of LIFE. All funds given the evening of the
banquet go to the NLC’s operating budget, covering expenses such
as client and medical services, curriculum, and resources. Dinner is
complimentary; however, an optional gift to New Life Clinic will be
welcomed. Local pastors, including our Fr. Mike, will be serving the
meal. It should be an evening to remember! If you are interested in
attending, please call Diann Nadeau (937-289-2800), Linda Ulmer
(937-383-6382), or Kathryn Forsyth (937-382-5383) by October 1,
2015. Thank you.
BECOMING CATHOLIC
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is currently meeting with
weekly sessions on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. It
is not too late to join, for anyone interested in learning about the
Catholic Faith, with a view to possibly entering the Church at Easter.
Call Fr. Mike for more details.
HEALTHY LIVING WITH GOD SUPPORT GROUP
Overall Objective: A scripture based support group to help one
another draw closer to God through our struggle to achieve a healthier
lifestyle. We will meet on Monday, September 28, 2015 at 6:15 p.m.
in the StC Church Undercroft. For more information, please contact
Deacon Bob Baker at 937-725-2213 or email: deaconbobbaker@
stcolumbkille.org or Denise Heckler-Roberts at 419-953-5587 or
email: [email protected].
Faith Formation News
ALONG THE WAY – FAITH ENRICHMENT
FOR ADULTS/YOUNG ADULTS:
The next MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST is Saturday, October 3, 2015. This monthly
fellowship is for all men of the Parish. Friends are welcome. Breakfast is served at 7:02 a.m. in the Parish
Center Basement. After breakfast, we will view the Priest, Prophet and King series, followed by a short
discussion. We will conclude with prayer and be back to our busy schedules by 8:30. For additional
information, please contact Bob Schaad at 937-725-5134 or email [email protected] or
Les Conover at 937-302-9909 or email [email protected].
THE NEW TESTAMENT
St. Columbkille,
Patron Saint
of Faith Formation
Pope Francis has exhorted his people to “Spread the Good News; make available to all people a copy of
the Gospels.” Know someone who might benefit by having a copy of the Good News? Our resource library
has available a paperback New Testament Bible, Ignatius Press, for only $5.00 a copy. Give a copy of the
New Testament to family and friends in honor of Pope Francis’ visit to the States! A few copies are in the
vestibule by the bookrack, or visit the library and pick one up; you may also call the office to reserve one
or more.
“SYMBOLON” IS NOW “FORMED”
The Adult and Family web site for educational material on the Catholic Faith – SYMBOLON – is now titled FORMED. It is the SAME
great 24/7 digital access to information and inspiration about the Catholic Faith, BUT now with added programs, movies to stream, audio
CD’s to download, e-books, study guides, and more. It is the definitive go-to for all things Catholic for adults, youth and teens, providing
invaluable resources for our parish to grow both spiritually and intellectually. Those who are already registered on SYMBOLON should
have received an email concerning re-registering to FORMED.org. Look for upcoming program announcements from our Education
Commission concerning on-site education opportunities for adults and young adults. Start today! We trust that FORMED.org will be an
invaluable resource for you and your family to bring adults, young adults, and teens into a deeper communion with Jesus Christ and his
Church. We look forward to helping you navigate this new tool as we form disciples to go out and transform the world for Christ! For
details or assistance with the online registration, please call Dave Copsey (937-728-0717) or Jennifer Gress (937-725-8488).
INTRODUCING A NEW SERIES from the FORMED web site: LECTIO ~ Peter, the Cornerstone of Catholicism. So who really was
Peter? Was he a poor fisherman? An impetuous student? A bungling disciple? A coward who became the "rock" of the church? It is not too
late to find out the answers! Join in on the ten week discussion series held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in classroom 11 (PC basement).
Please call Dave Copsey (937-728-0717) or Jennifer Gress (937-725-8488).
ENCOUNTER Groups for Bible reflection and discussion have resumed. All women of the parish are invited to join this prayerful,
supportive, and encouraging group to reflect on the Scriptures and study various authors, writings, and faith-based programs offered
here through the free digital platform titled FORMED.org (Symbolon). We also study the works of Fr. Robert Barron and Fr. Michael
Gaitly. Call Margo Lewis for more information – or just come join us some Thursday morning, 9:30 a.m. in the Parish Center Library.
Men’s Encounter group continues with monthly prayer/Scripture meetings: Men meet on Mondays at 6:30 a.m. in the PC Library.
PRE-K THROUGH 12 FAITH FORMATION
Margo Lewis – 937-382-1596
Coming together to know God, Love God, and Serve God through Jesus Christ. We pray for a fruitful and joy-filled
year walking together in faith, hope, charity, and mercy.
September 27: FAMILY ASSEMBLY to welcome everyone back to Faith Formation, meet the catechists, kick off the Mission
Drive for Fall, and gain insight into the programs for children at StC/HNC. Everyone is to come to the basement at the start of class, 9:30
a.m. Children will be dismissed with their catechist after the assembly (20 minutes) for the completion of their lessons for that day.
LIBRARY NOTES: The library is a wonderful resource for our parishioners. Books and other media are gladly loaned out to children,
youth, and adults and returning borrowed items is very much appreciated. There is many a book signed out and forgotten about as far
back as 2012. PLEASE CHECK your home for books and media from the Resource Library and return on Sunday mornings or call ahead
during the week to be let in the building.
The St. Columbkille Altar Flower Ministry welcomes the donation or purchase of flowers for the church altars
for any special occasion such as a wedding anniversary, in memory of a loved one, birthday, etc. The flower donation
envelopes are on the bookshelf in the StC vestibule, and on the pamphlet table at HNC. You can place your donation
in the Sunday collection basket. If you have any questions or would like to place a phone order, please contact the
parish office at 937-382-2236.
FEASTS CELEBRATED THIS WEEK
September 28 – St. Wencelaus, Martyr
As duke, St. Wencelaus was a father to his subjects, generous toward orphans, widows, and the poor. On his own shoulders he frequently
carried wood to the houses of the needy. He often attended the funerals of the poor, ransomed captives, and visited those suffering in prison.
He was filled with a deep reverence toward the clergy; with his own hands he sowed the wheat for making altar breads and pressed the
grapes for the wine used in the Mass. During winter he would visit the churches barefoot through snow and ice, frequently leaving behind
bloody footprints. Wenceslaus was eighteen years old when he succeeded his father to the throne. Without regard for the opposition, he
worked in close cooperation with the Church to convert his pagan country. His brother Boleslaus, however, turned to paganism. One day he
invited Wenceslaus to his house for a banquet. The next morning, on September 28, 929, as Wenceslaus was on the way to Mass, Boleslaus
struck him down at the door of the church.
September 28 – St. Lawrence Ruiz & Companions, Martyrs
They shed their blood for Christ in Nagasaki, Japan. These martyrs were members of the Order of St. Dominic. They were nine priests, two
religious, two sisters, and three laymen. Among the latter was Lawrence Ruiz, a family man from the Philippines. They abundantly sowed
the missionary seed of Christianity with the example of their life and death.
September 29 – Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, Archangels
St. Michael is a guardian and protector of the Church from its roots in Israel to the Church of today and beyond. In the Bible,
Michael appears in Daniel’s vision as “the great prince” who defends Israel against its enemies; in the Book of Revelation, he leads
God’s armies to final victory over the forces of evil. Devotion to Michael is the oldest angelic devotion, rising in the East in the
fourth century. The Church in the West began to observe a feast honoring Michael and the angels in the fifth century. In Hebrew,
his name means “who is like God.”
St. Gabriel, whose name means “hero of God,” announces that John the Baptist will be born to Elizabeth and Zechariah. His best-known
appearance is an encounter with a young Jewish girl named Mary, who consents to bear the Messiah.
St. Raphael's name is Hebrew for “God has healed.” Raphael’s activity is confined to the Old Testament story of Tobit. There he appears to
guide Tobit’s son Tobiah through a series of fantastic adventures which lead to a threefold happy ending: Tobiah’s marriage to Sarah, the
healing of Tobit’s blindness and the restoration of the family fortune.
September 30 – St. Jerome, Priest & Doctor of the Church (345-420)
St. Jerome is the patron saint of librarians and scholars. With a great love of learning and books, as a monk and priest, he developed a
passion for the interpretation of the Sacred Scripture. With a comprehensive knowledge of classical languages, St. Jerome produced a Latin
text of the entire Bible, eventually known as the Vulgate. He wrote numerous commentaries on several books of the Bible, including a highly
reputable work on the Gospel according to Matthew. Along with writing, he provided spiritual guidance to wealthy widows and mentored
young monks in monastic discipline. St. Jerome joins three other saints – Ambrose, Augustine, and Gregory the Great – as the first Doctors
of the Church.
October 1 – St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church (1873-1897)
Saint Thérèse was born at Alençon in France on 2nd January 1873. Her parents were Louis Martin and Zélie Guérin. After the
death of her mother on August 28, 1877, Thérèse and her family moved to Lisieux. She wished to embrace the contemplative life,
as her sisters Pauline and Marie had done in the Carmel of Lisieux, but was prevented from doing so by her young age. On a visit
to Italy, during an audience granted by Pope Leo XIII to the pilgrims from Lisieux on November 20, 1887, she asked the Holy
Father with childlike audacity to be able to enter the Carmel at the age of fifteen. On April 9, 1888, she entered the Carmel of
Lisieux. She fulfilled in a very special way all the little aspects of daily life, with humility, a gospel simplicity and great trust in God, and
she tried by her example and her words to impart these virtues to her sisters, especially the novices. Discovering that her place was to be at
the heart of the Church, she offered her life for the salvation of souls and for the well-being of the Church.
October 2 – The Holy Guardian Angels
Perhaps no aspect of Catholic piety is as comforting to parents as the belief that an angel protects their little ones from dangers. Yet guardian
angels are not only for children. Their role is to represent individuals before God, to watch over them always, to aid their prayer and to
present their souls to God at death. The concept of an angel assigned to guide and nurture each human being is a development of Catholic
doctrine and piety based on Scripture but not directly drawn from it. Jesus’ words in Matthew 18:10 best support the belief: “See that you do
not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly Father.” Devotion
to the angels began to develop with the birth of the monastic tradition. St. Benedict gave it impetus and Bernard of Clairvaux, the great
12th-century reformer, was such an eloquent spokesman for the guardian angels that angelic devotion assumed its current form in his day.
A feast in honor of the guardian angels was first observed in the 16th century. In 1615, Pope Paul V added it to the Roman calendar.
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evening and weekend classes. We are currently interviewing for
Spring Semester which begins in early January with classes on the
East and West side of Cincinnati and in Dayton. Call 513-231-1200 for
information or to schedule a personal interview.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES is looking for the following items for
adults in our Refugee Program for whom we have found employment.
They need: Lunch boxes, combination locks for work lockers, jackets
without hoods for those working in kitchen refrigerators during the
day. If you are interested in donating the items, please bring them
to the parish office. We will make sure that they get to Catholic
Charities. Thank you.
WHAT IS OUR PARISH COUNCIL?
Representing the various segments of parish life, this group advises
the pastor on the pastoral needs of the parish. The Council makes
recommendations to the pastor that are in line with Catholic Church
teaching and directives. Representatives are recommended by the
adult congregation and are chosen by lottery in April of each year.
Parish Pastoral Council meets on the first Monday of October,
December, February, April and June.
Pete Reed (Chairperson) – 937-218-7430
I moved to Wilmington from St. Louis in 1994 with my wife Denise.
We homeschool our two children, Jonah and Emma. I was a Boy
Scout leader for 8 years. I helped Denise teach Kindergarten PSR for
4 years, and we led the high school youth group for 3 years. I sing in
the Traditional Choir, and frequently sing the Psalm for Mass. I work
at Airborne as an airplane engineer.
Carol Utrup (Vice Chairperson) – 419-303-1855
My name is Carol Utrup, I am originally from Fort Jennings Ohio. I
am married to James and we have eight children. I am a retired nurse
and I currently teach fourth grade religion. I am so pleased to be a
part of this faith community.
June Bowling
Hi, Everyone. My name is June Bowling, I am originally from Sri
Lanka [Ceylon]. I am married to Bill Bowling, and we are parents
of five children, all grown up and moved out. I am a wife, mother, a
florist, and a long-time soccer coach, and I enjoy all my roles greatly.
My family, i.e. my Mother [96 years old], my brother, sister and their
families live in Western Australia, and we try to visit as often as we
can. We belong to Holy Name Church in Blanchester; we also live
on East Center Street, in Blanchester. I hope I can serve our Church
community well.
Tom Brausch
My name is Tom Brausch. My early education consisted of a number
of Catholic schools – St. Michael’s, Sharonville, St. Francis Seminary,
and Roger Bacon High School. I graduated from the University of
Cincinnati with a BS in Engineering. I was employed with General
Electric for 37 years – Apprentice, Lab Assistant, Engineer, and
Engineering Manager. Joann is my wonderful and beautiful wife of
56 years. We have been blessed with ten children – Terri (deceased),
Tom, Tony (Fr. Anthony), Tim, Todd, Tricia, Tonja, Travis, Tammy, and
Tiffany, and 30 (+ a few) grandchildren. My parish affiliations – St.
Malachi, St. Philip the Apostle, Good Shepherd, and St. Columbkille
for 30 years. Gardening is my most favorite hobby.
Thomas Matrka
I have been a member of St. Columbkille since 1980 when my wife
Janet and I moved to Wilmington. We are blessed with three children,
Laura, Mark, and Marie. I have had the opportunity to serve in the
medical community in Wilmington for 33 years, and just recently
retired. I have previously been on Parish Council, YMCA Board,
CMH Board, and currently on Habitat for Humanity Board. I am
continually amazed by the charitable richness of Wilmington and
Clinton County.
Judy (Christian) Morris
I am married to Malcolm. We have one son, Phillip. We have resided
in Wilmington for 34 years, but have lived in Clinton County most of
our lives. As a child, I grew up as a member of Holy Name Church
in Blanchester (when first located on the Fancy Street). I have been
a member of St. Columbkille Parish for 34 years. I received my
Registered Nursing degree from Indian River State University in Ft.
Pierce, FL, and my Master’s Degree in Health Service Administration
from St. Joseph’s College in Standish, Maine. I am retired from
Clinton Memorial Hospital although I keep my RN license active. I
have served as Recording Secretary for the Parish Council since 1995.
I also lector. I love spending time with our two grandchildren, road
trips with my husband and feel very blessed to be a member of this
parish family.
CHOSEN
Becoming the Heroes the World Needs
Archdiocesan Junior High Youth Rally
“Have the courage to swim against the tide.
Have courage to be truly happy.” Pope Frances
For Youth in Grades 6th-8th
Plus a separate session for Parents
Saturday, October 17, 2015, 5:00-9:00 p.m.
Archbishop Moeller High School
9001 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242
$15.00 per person/$5.00 for parents attending the parent track
A high energy youth rally for Catholic teens that includes music, skits,
and adoration. The talks are led by nationally know presenter/singer
Steve Angrisano. Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Office of
Youth & Young Adult Ministry. For more information, please contact
Amy Farr at 937-728-9987 or email [email protected] or please visit
catholiccincinnati.org.
SOUL SISTERS
“That they may be One” – John 17:21
Saturday, October 3, 2015, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Murphy Theater, 50 West Main Street, Wilmington
Two easy ways to register:
1. Register & pay online through Facebook
2. Mail registration form and payment to Soul Sisters,
PO Box 11, Wilmington, OH 45177
Registration forms are available on the bulletin boards in the
vestibules at StC and HNC.
$25.00 Registration Fee
Join a fabulous community of women, 9th grade and up, for a day of
fellowship, celebration, and refreshments. Dr. Joy Fagan will be the
keynote speaker. Numerous other women, members of various local
churches, will be leading breakout sessions. Breakfast and T-shirt will
be provided with registration. Vendors will be available with special
lunch deals and gifts. The event is hosted by various churches and
community members. For more information, please email Sherry
Weller at [email protected].
WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S
The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati
will be hosting the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky
Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 3,
2015 at Sawyer Point. Sign up at alz.org/cincinnati. Registration begins
at 8:30 a.m., and the Walk begins at 10:00 a.m. For questions, contact
Diana Bosse at 800-272-3900 or [email protected].
BRAKE FOR BREAKFAST
A Breast Cancer Awareness Event
Thursday, October 1, 2015, 6:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
The Foster J. Boyd, MD, Regional Cancer Center
31 Farquhar Avenue, Wilmington (937-283-2273)
Drive through for a free to-go breakfast, information on breast cancer
screening and digital mammography, and giveaways. The event will
be bigger and better than ever this year. Enter through parking lot on
W. Locust St., Exit on Farquhar Avenue.
Please take a few minutes to look at the 2015 edition of the sponsor
page of this bulletin. It is through the generosity of our area sponsors
that we get our bulletin printed free of charge to the parish. We ask you,
our parish family and guests, to consider these advertisers as a source
of future business. Please mention
you saw their ads on our bulletin! SPONSOR OF THE WEEK:
We would like to thank our local
advertisers for their support and
encourage everyone to shop local to
support our local economy.
Please present this bulletin &
receive your choice of iced tea,
937-383-1400
coffee, or soda, with any entree
purchase.