St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
601 N. 4th, St. Charles, MO 63301
Parish Vision Statement:
We are the parish that, through our communion with Jesus, guided by the Holy Spirit:
Welcomes all; Celebrates our unity, diversity, and traditions; Uses God’s gifts to
serve and teach others and be the face of Jesus Christ in the Community.
Parish Office:
School Office:
Religious Education Office:
Latino Ministry:
St. Vincent DePaul Society:
Founded 1791
636-946-1893
636-946-2713
636-946-2916
636-946-1893
636-925-1616
www.borromeoparish.com
www.borromeoschool.com
email: [email protected]
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Pastoral Staff:
Father John Reiker, Pastor: [email protected]
Father Bob Menner, Associate Pastor: [email protected]
Father Don Schramm, Senior Associate: [email protected]
Deacon Don McElroy, Deacon
Deacon Fred Haehnel, Deacon
Jorge Perez, Deacon in Training
Mrs. Silvina Baez, Latino Ministry
Mrs. Becca McCullough, Director of Religious Education
Mrs. Peggy Dupree, Office Manager
Ms. Becky Sanchez, Office Secretary
Mrs. Ann Hoffman, School Principal
Mrs. Mary Kutchback, Organist, Pastoral Associate for Seniors
Mrs. Beth Duello, Director of Music
Mrs. Lisa Delicath, Contemporary Youth Choir
Mr. Juan Saldana, Hispanic Choir
Mr. Sam Plummer, Youth Ministry
Mr. Ron Weisar, Parish Council Chairperson
Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation:
Saturdays 4:00 to 4:45 p.m. or by appointment
Schedule of Holy Mass
Saturday:
8:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. vigil for Sunday
Sunday:
7:00, 8:30, 10:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m. in Spanish
28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Sacrament of Baptism:
Arrangements made after parental instruction.
Call the parish office for more information.
Sacrament of Matrimony:
Contact the parish office six months prior to
wedding to begin preparations
Weekdays: 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Holy Days of Obligation: watch the bulletin
National Holidays: 9:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Adoration:
Third Mondays, 8:30am to 6:30pm
Parish Office Business Hours
Perpetual Help Devotions:
Tuesdays following the 8:00 a.m. Mass
Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Bulletin deadline: Monday 10:00 a.m.
Parish Hall Rental:
Neal or Pat at 636-949-9722 (gym)
Peggy at 636-946-1893 (café)
[email protected]
OUR WARM WELCOME TO ALL!
We welcome all who come and worship with us. If you wish to join our parish faith family, or have a change in your contact information, kindly complete this form. You can return it to the Rectory, place in in the collection, or give it to a Priest or Deacon.
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Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
From the Pastor’s Pen
putting our faith into action in support of the work of misWhat a Fun & LovingPicnic!
sionaries—like Sister Clara who rescues girls from human
We thank God for Jesus’ Light and Love shining
through everyone before, during and after our parish picnic. So many people, children and youth and young adults,
singles and parents and retired—all pitching in and all enjoying one another. I heard people comment on how working the Picnic helped them to meet new friends and feel an
important part of the parish. To me it seemed everyone
worked together so smoothly like a championship team—
even the clean-up crew was like a well-oiled machine.
We are all so deeply grateful to so many who gave so
many hours and days to make it all go so beautifully and
smoothly organized, especially our chairpersons Gregg
and Rikki Jost and their Team and Jason and Beth Norviel, who gave such outstanding service.
God the Holy Spirit was hard at work in all of you—
drawing us all to be one active Body of Christ. I see such
giftedness and love and willingness to say YES to Jesus’ call
in our SCB Parish Family.
God love you all!
Good News of Jesus Working
in our Borromeo Family
Last week I had a very nice visit with Ann Blume and
her family in the hospital. Soon her family will be moving
her to Our Lady of Life Apartments in Shrewsbury to be
closer to them.
Although still recovering from her sickness, she was
glowing about how Father Bob had all the people at our
11:30am Sunday Mass raise their hands in prayer and blessing and farewell over her. She said she truly felt the love of
Jesus shine upon her and fill her soul through the wonderful, loving people of the 11:30 Mass.
Ann had continued participating in the 11:30 Mass
with her husband of over 60 years. Ken had been an usher
at the 11:30 Mass for many years before and after it became
bilingual, until he passed on to our Lord last October.
Thank you, Borromeo Family, for being so warm and
loving again and to all.
World Mission Sunday
Next Weekend!
We are called to this Eucharistic Celebration—and invited to “DO GOOD ON EARTH,” to be missionary by
trafficking in India, giving them a loving home. Your
prayers and generous gifts to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith on World Mission Sunday support the tireless work of so many priests, religious and lay leaders
around the world as they offer practical, emotional and
spiritual care to communities, children and families in desperate need, bringing the light of Christ to the darkest of
circumstances.
For more information, visit:
www.IAmAMissionarylorg.
Prayer of the Week
God our Father,
You see Your children growing up
in an unsteady and confusing world.
Show them that Your ways
give more life than the ways of the world,
and that following You
is better than chasing after selfish goals.
Help them to take failure,
not as a measure of their worth,
but as a chance for a new start.
Give them strength to hold their faith in You,
and to keep alive their joy in Your creation.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Joke of the Week
An elderly widow and widower had dated for about
five years. The man finally decided to ask his sweetheart to
marry him. She immediately said yes. The next morning
when he awoke, he couldn’t remember what her answer
had been.
After about an hour of trying to remember to no avail,
he got on the phone and gave her a call. Embarrassed, he
admitted that he didn’t remember her answer to the marriage proposal.
“Oh, I’m so glad you called,” she said. I remembered
saying yes to someone, but I couldn’t remember who it
was.”
Spread the Gospel, the Good News
about Jesus and His Borromeo Family!
Your brother in Jesus,
Father John
Please pray for our loved ones who are hospitalized or ill, including:
Eddy Lopez, Jim Brown, Abraham Sanchez, Annie Blume, Nettie Bruer, Bill Powers,
and all in our families who are living with long term illness.
Homebound, Critically Ill or in the Hospital?
If you are homebound and wish to receive the Eucharist, or receive a visit while in the hospital, please call Mary
Kutchback at 946-9758 or the parish office at 946-1893.
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 13, 2013
Last weekend was another successful Parish Picnic for St. Charles Borromeo!
Just like every other year, the success of the Picnic is dependent on hundreds of
people volunteering from our church and school community. Our thank you
to all of these individuals, including these key members:
Athletic Association: Adam Hirtz
Pro-Life:
Sandy Boschert
Hispanic Ministry:
Silvina Baez
Cub Scouts:
Katie Hicks
Youth Ministry:
Sam Plummer
Advance Ticket Sales:
Banker:
5K/Fun Run:
Fryer:
Prize Room:
Bingo:
Silent Auction:
Kitchen:
Volunteers:
Sponsorship:
Washer Tournament:
Trivia Night:
Marketing:
Entertainment:
Home & School:
PSR:
Boy Scouts:
Girl Scouts:
Mission Trip:
Trish Hirtz
Becca McCullough
John Hilker
Beth Norviel
Jorge Perez and Ron Weisar
Marilyn Edmondson and Mary Hammond
Dave Hermann and Suzanne Kelch
Stephanie Adamski
Bill Knoblauch
Scot McCullough
Mary Kutchback
Michelle Hawkins, Laura Kulma and Katie Hicks
Bob Palmer, Catherine Herrod, Steve & Cheryl Jerowski
Bob & Pam Montgomery
Julie Weber and Tami Knobbe
Mitch & Amy Hoffman, Gregg & Wendy Box
Tammy Buehler
Marc & Maureen Montgomery
Jeff & Maureen Prinster
An extra special thanks goes to Jason and Beth Norviel for their leadership of the
Parish Picnic for 5 years. They’ve been wonderful mentors and leaders for all of us.
Gregg & Rikki Jost and Team, chairpersons
Congratulations to these winners!
Chili Cookoff:
Washers Tournament:
50/50 Raffle:
Tech Raffle Winners:
K:
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
7:
8:
1st: Jeffery Borgmeyer; 2nd: Larry Plummer; 3rd: Mary Borgmeyer
People’s Choice: Jeffery Borgmeyer
Family Division: John & Sydney Hilker;
Competitive Division: Ken & Amy Booth
Rob Crawley, Frank Netsch, Willis Schmidt
TV: Mary Fine; Wii U: Karen O’Toole; Kindle: Mike Reilly
Class Basket Winners
American Girl:
Main Street:
Pamper Me:
Nook:
Barbie:
Lotto Wreath:
Beats Headphones:
Vera Bradley:
Beats Wireless Spkr:
Avery Braun
Megan Hollemeir
Steph Saulet
Kathy Reiner
Betsy Nunn
Judy Sharma
Cindy Poelker
Jayme Bergman
Alex Rozycki
1 Mile Fun Run Winners
1st place Boys: Aiden Roelling, 7 min. 10 sec.
1st place Girls: Mia Adamski, 7 min. 22 sec.
1st place:
2nd place:
5K Winners
Jeff Weymouth, 19 min. 7 sec.
Mitchell Booher, 21 min., 15 sec.
“And a special THANK YOU to everyone who helped make our booth a success and run so smoothly!! We appreciate all the helpers, the donors, etc. We couldn’t do it without each and every one of you. God bless you
Ladies Sodality
all!”
Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
Servers, 8:00 a.m. Weekdays
Monday, October 14, St. Callistus I, pope/martyr
6:30 a.m.
Communion Service
8:00 a.m.
George Drackert—4th anniv.
Tuesday, October 15, St. Teresa of Jesus, virgin/doctor
6:30 a.m.
Alice Daiber
8:00 a.m.
Chris Weber
Wednesday, October 16, St. Hedwig, religious
6:30 a.m.
Michael Keenoy
8:00 a.m.
Dick Johannesman
Noon (Spanish) Jeanine Burns Hart
Thursday, October 17, St. Ignatius of Antioch, bp/martyr
6:30 a.m.
Mathilde Borchardt—3rd anniv.
8:00 a.m.
Jennie Lemanski—3rd anniv.
Friday, October 18, St. Luke, Evangelist
6:30 a.m.
Peter John Thebeau
8:00 a.m.
Robert DiGerolamo Sr.
9:15 (Parkside) Gerald and Catherine Heinsz
Saturday, October 19, Sts. John de Brebeuf & Isaac Jogues,
priests, and Companions, martyrs
8:00 a.m.
Elise Getz
5:00 p.m.
Henry Gerhardt
Sunday, October 20, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:00 a.m.
Our Parish Family
8:30 a.m.
Lou Borgmeyer
10:00 a.m.
Loretta Suchman
11:30 a.m.
Clarence Heckmann
Mon:
Tue:
Wed:
Thu:
Fri:
Sat:
Sun:
Readings of the Week
Rom 1:1-7; Ps 98:1-4; Lk 11:29-32
Rom 1:16-25; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 11:37-41
Rom 2:1-11; Ps 62:2-3, 6-7, 9; Lk 11:42-46
Rom 3:21-30; Ps 130:1b-6ab; Lk 11:47-54
2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9
Rom 4:13, 16-18; Ps 105:6-9, 42-43; Lk 12:8-12
Ex 17:8-13; Ps 121:1-8; 2 Tm 3:14 — 4:2;
Lk 18:1-8
Gospel Reflection
In the Gospel reading today a miraculous healing
takes place and we find another genuine expression of
gratitude. In this Gospel passage Jesus cures ten lepers.
Yet, the sole person to return and give thanks is a Samaritan, an outsider to the people of Israel. Luke point’s out
that it is the foreigner who is open to Jesus and his message.
The cured Samaritan shows his adoration and overwhelming gratitude by coming to Jesus and prostrating
himself, lying flat on the ground before him. The gratitude that the Samaritan shows is a true response of faith.
Not only is he cured but he is saved as well.
 Where do you find God’s healing in the world?
 How do you show gratitude to God?
Monday, October 14
Audrey Dickherber
Tuesday/Wednesday, October 15/16
Sydney Hilker, Kate Rolfes
Thursday/Friday, October 17/18
Ashley Norviel, Lilia Fuentes, Beth Brueggemann
Saturday, October 19
Aaron Klemme, Hank Thro
Ministry List: October 19/20
October 19
5:00 p.m.
L/C: Tom & Joyce Schneider
Youth Choir
EM: Gigi Schneider, Linda Beeson, Keith & Nancy Hoffman
(Host) Tim Delicath, Denis Watson
Serv: Mitchell Booher, Elizabeth & Emma Brueggemann
Ush: Larry Ohlms, Richard & Eliaine Rufkahr
GB: Craig Herrington Family
Gr: volunteers please
October 20
7:00 a.m.
L/C: Bob Poeling
Mary Baronovic
EM: Dee Barteau, Elaine Hunt, Madge Eisenbath
Serv: Tyler Barteau, Mitchell Box
Ush: Jim Eisenbath, Cathy Herrod, Chas. Weber, John Weber
GB: Dave & Jean Schaeffer
Gr: volunteers please
October 20
8:30 a.m.
L/C: Melissa Cornwell, Rachel Kitzmann
Beth Duello
EM: Joe & Gerry Kloeppel, Suzie Choinka, Darrell Fuse
(Host) John DuBois, Larry Beerman
Serv: Amy & Bryce Edmondson, Nicolette Kolenc
Ush: Elmer Dill, Ken Kapeller, volunteers please
GB: Mike & Molly Reilly & Family
Gr: volunteers please
October 20
10:00 a.m.
L/C: Steve McKinstry, Pam Montgomery
Choir
EM: Roland & Carol Faubert, Dorothy Williams,
Harriet Pallardy (Host) Judy Dwyer, Rosa Lee Rodgers
Serv: Jessica Dent, Arianna Chaves, Nathan Burke
Ush: Bill Powers, Gary Snyder, Bob Underwood
GB: Rob & Amy Wilson
Gr: Harriette Wayne, volunteer please
October 20
11:30 a.m.
L/C: Olivia Tinoco Munoz, Judy O’Connor
el coro
EM: Guadalupe Damian, Maria Ramirez, Maria Barretos,
Richard Veit (Host) Bernardo Silverio, Toni Hernandez
Serv: Luz, Alma & Carlos Quiroz
Ush: Jeff Kozich, Leobardo Aguilar, Francisco Plaza,
Diego Damian
GB: Jose Damian & Family
Gr: Rafael & Toni Hernandez
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 13, 2013
Scripture Study Groups
You still have time to join a Scripture Study group if you have not already done so. Sessions will begin this
week, October 13-18. Please call Suzanne or Gene Carroll to sign up: 636-946-5541. We will study from the
Old Testament—Isaiah 40-55, some of his prophecies, and how they are fulfilled in Jesus.
~~ Activities This Week ~~
Sunday, October 13—PRO LIFE SUNDAY
Donuts and fellowship in café after all Masses
2nd Grade/6th Grade Class Mass at 8:30am
Monday, October 14
Parish Council, Bicentennial Room, 7:00pm
Cub Pack Committee, café, 7:00pm
Grief Support, St. Charles Room, 7:00pm
Tuesday, October 15
Girl Scouts, café, 6:00pm
RCIA, Bicentennial Room, 7:00pm
W-CRHP9, church office, 7:00pm
Wednesday, October 16
Quilting, rectory basement, 8:30am—noon
Bridges, Bicentennial Room, 5:00—8:45pm
First Reconciliation Parent meeting, café, 7:00pm
Thursday, October 17
Girl Scouts, St. Charles Room, 6:00pm
Boy Scouts, café, 7:00pm
Wedding Planning Seminar, church, 7:00pm
Friday, October 18
St. Pat casseroles—deliver to church office by 8:00a
Mission Team reunion meeting, café, 5:30pm
Saturday, October 19
Men’s Fellowship, Bicentennial Room, 6:30am
Event in gym in pm
Sunday, October 20
First Reconciliation Parent meeting, café, 10:00am
Boy Scout meeting, church office, 11:15am
Event in café noon-5pm
We offer our prayerful sympathy to the family
of Clem Weber, husband of Catherine and father of Patsy Feeherty and Regina Yanics, and
to Damien Yanez on the death of his father
Ruben Yanez. May they, and all the faithful
departed, rest in peace.
Spiritual Renewal—Saturday, October 26
9:00am in the church office
Donuts & coffee after Mass.
Join us for a mini-retreat that will cover the
readings for the following day. For information or if you need a ride, Call Barb at 636-947
-3939.
Contributions for October 5/6
General contributions:
Loose:
Matching Gifts:
Total contributions:
$14, 657.92
896.60
1,080.00
$16,634.52
Capital Improvement
Permanent Diaconate
Mission Sunday
$626.00
$392.00
$185.00
THANK YOU for the great love you show to our Borromeo
Family carrying on the work of Jesus and to those in need by
the generosity you display when you share your Treasure, and
all God’s gifts to you, given for others.
“Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to
God?”
(Luke 17:18)
Jesus seems so sad and disappointed in the nine lepers
who did not return to thank Him. Do we regularly return to thank God? Or do we run off to our busy lives,
taking for granted all the wonderful blessings that God
gives to us every day?
We pray that, like the one leper who returned, we may regularly take time to thank God for all the blessings He bestows
on us.
Knights of Columbus Council 823
Fried Chicken Dinners
to benefit the parish schools of
St. Charles Borromeo
St. Peter and St. Cletus
TODAY: Sunday, October 13
serving from 1:00pm—6:00pm
20 Westbury Drive, St. Charles
Minimum donation:
Adults $9.00
Children 6-12 years of age $4
Children 5 and under FREE
Please bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank.
Carryouts will be available
Donations of a dessert would be greatly appreciated
Please contact our Prayer Tree for your intentions:
928-2970 or [email protected]
Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
St. Charles Borromeo School
Dear Parishioners:
What a Gospel we have today!! I read recently that if we have nothing else but being thankful, then that is enough.
How easy it is to take for granted the myriad blessings we receive, especially in the United States! Thanking God for everything we have is an ongoing lesson we are all learning as well as teaching our children.
We continue to work to understand the virtue of prudence. The Gospel on Monday was the story of the Good Samaritan. We talked about the priest who was on his way to serve in the temple using natural prudence in ignoring the injured
man. Priests at the time of Jesus served in the temple only once a year. They had to be purified and remain that way
until their time of service was completed. Knowing that, we can see why the priest went quickly on his way. If he had
stopped to help the injured man, he would have been ritually impure and therefore unable to perform his priestly duties.
So his decision to move on was naturally prudent. But was it supernaturally prudent? Supernatural prudence would
amount to choosing and acting for the good of all in the effort to get to heaven. The injured man needed immediate
help that couldn’t wait until the priest returned from his duties. It is something to think about.
Please pray for our students and their teachers every day. We cannot do the work of God without both your prayerful
and financial support!
God bless, Mrs. Hoffman
St. Charles Borromeo Religious Education
Dear Parishioners,
Just a couple reminders for Sacramental Meetings.
Confirmation
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Sunday, November 10, 5 pm Mass followed by dinner and meeting for Confirmation students and parents
Sunday, December 8, 8:30 Mass Rite of Signing of the Cross followed by sponsor and student meeting
January 10 -12, 2014 Luke 18 Retreat
April 24, 2014 7:30 pm Confirmation Mass at St. Charles Borromeo
First Reconciliation
 First Reconciliation Parent Meetings – (We have planned two so that each parent may attend one meeting)
Wednesday October 16, 2013 7pm in the Cafeteria
Sunday, October 20, 2013 10am in the Cafeteria
 Rite of Presentation - October 20, 8:30 am Mass
 Celebration of the Sacrament of First Reconciliation - Thursday, Dec. 5 @ 7pm in Church
Important PSR dates to remember:
 October 27 - Intro & 1st Grade Parent Sunday
 November 3 - 3rd Grade & Latino First Communion Saints Celebration & PSR Ministers at 8:30 am & 11:30 Masses
Thank you to the PSR families who participated in our parish picnic by working a shift and/or donating to the silent auction baskets. The auction baskets raised more than $200.
In the peace of Jesus, Mrs. Becca McCullough
Registration is available and will run through Thursday, October 31, 2013. Basketball is available for Third Grade
through Eighth Grade only. The season starts the weekend of January 3 and runs through the end of March.
The registration fee for Basketball is $80 per child and you may register online at http://www.sportssignup.com/
Borromeo-Athletic-Association-Online-Registration.start to register your child(ren).
For more information you may visit the Athletic Association website at http://www.borromeoparish.com/Athletic%
20Association.htm or contact Jim Doughty at [email protected].
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 13, 2013
Marriage in Christ has been promised between:
Jaime Allen and Craig Shepherd
Tess Keough and Scott Willer
Rachel Beilsmith and John Donovan
Emily Bonser and Phillip Pogue
ATTENTION:
Communion Ministers to the Sick
If you have borrowed a pyx from the sacristy and are no
longer needing it, please return it as soon as possible.
Thanks!
TRUNK OR TREAT
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25: 5:45pm-8:30pm
5:45
6:00-6:30
6:30
7:00
7:15
8:15
8:30
Primary Lot is OPEN for Families with Paid Spots
Pizza pick up for those who ordered
LOT IS CLOSED FOR SAFETY!
Costume Parade Begins
Trick or Treat Begins
COSTUME CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Lot Re-Opens – Please exit carefully and drive safely
$5 Per Vehicle Entry Fee Helps to Fund Event
TRICK OR TREAT FROM CAR TO CAR
250 Pieces of Candy ■ Coolers Should be Family Friendly ■ Be Fire Safe!
Costume Contest
Prizes Awarded for Best Car – Best Family – People’s Choice
Volunteers Needed: DJ & Emcee, Help Decorate, Pass Out Pizzas, Contest Judge and More!
Questions / Volunteers, Please Contact:
Dawn Walter at 314-780-5948 or Email [email protected]
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Submit by Friday, October 18
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YES, we’re coming to Trunk or Treat _________________________________________________(family name)
Oldest child’s SCB homeroom teacher ____________________________________________(confirmation will be sent here)
In case of questions, contact me at: ______________________________phone __________________________________email
_______$5 CASH Per Spot Enclosed
Thank you for supporting & helping to fund this fun family event. Remember SAFETY is everyone’s job.
_______YES, We want pizza! $7 Each
_____QTY Pepperoni _____ QTY Sausage ______ QTY Cheese $______________Enclosed
Please make checks payable to: St Charles Borromeo or SCB.
PLEASE SUBMIT NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18
You will receive a confirmation parking pass & pizza claim ticket by Wednesday, October 23
Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
Shopping list for October 26/27:
spam, applesauce, park & beans,
can spaghetti, shampoo, child’s toothbrush,
squeezable jelly (for Mini-Vinnies)
October is RESPECT LIFE MONTH
Please pray for our expectant moms:
Katia (October)
Christine (November)
Viki, Michelle (December)
Shop4Life Returns November 17th
Mark your calendars for the return of the Borromeo
Shop4Life Bazaar on Sunday, November 17 from 9:00am
to 1:00pm in the gym.
You’ll enjoy 20 booths from area crafters selling unique
items like homemade jellies, handmade First Communion
jewelry and doll clothes, painted goods, headbands, religious bookmarks, decorated cookies, and more. You
loved Shop4Life last year and this year it’s bigger and
better! Pick up a little something new for yourself—or
do a little Christmas shopping for a friend.
While you’re there, be sure to also register for the attendance prizes and pick up a few cookies from the Cookie
Sale.
It’s all for a good cause since Shop4Life raises money for
the 2014 Youth Pro-Life Pilgrimage to Washington DC.
That’s Shop4Life on Sunday, November 17th. We hope
to see you there!
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Let us pray: for all those who work with the elderly,
that they may be renewed in wonder and gratitude for
those who have been entrusted to their care.
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“Pope Francis challenges us to be protectors of all creation, to be stewards of all God’s gifts. We begin to exercise this responsibility when we defend human life—
especially the unborn and the vulnerable. When we affirm the sacredness of all human life, we acknowledge
God’s plan for each human being, and we work to defend the gift of life from every form of abuse. Similarly,
when we affirm that everything God made is good and
worthy of our reverence and respect, we look differently
on all God’s creation.”
~~Archbishop Robert J. Carlson,
Archbishop of St. Louis, MO
“Caring for God’s Creation is good stewardship,”
P.S. If you’re interested in setting up a booth, please call
636-947-9891.
St. Louis Review
July 11, 2013
Please pray for our troops
WO Michael Sakalauski (US Army), serving in Afghanistan (brother of Heather Willie)
Jorge Lozoya (US Army), serving in Afghanistan (son-in-law of Becky Sanchez)
Matthew Ervin (US Navy), started boot camp July 2013 (grandnephew of Ivy Hall)
Brent Schulze (US Army), serving in Fort Drum, NY (son-in-law of Steve Cave)
MM3 Paul J. Robben (US Navy), attending NNPT School, Goose Creek, SC (son of David & Betty Robben)
SPC Molly Jasper (US National Guard), deployed to Afghanistan (granddaughter of Jim & Ann Garrigan)
SR Brooke Georges (US Navy), training at Fr. Sam Houston, TX (granddaughter of Jim & Jane Lammert)
If anyone in the parish would like prayers for their loved one in the military, please contact the church office
at 946-1893. We will be happy to list their name in the bulletin.
Advertize in our St. Charles Borromeo 2014 Calendars
The parish will very soon order the calendars for 2014. But before we do, we would like to extend to
our parish members the opportunity to advertise your business on our calendars. We typically order 900
calendars in English and 200 in Spanish, for a cost per calendar of approximately $1. We are very grateful to Joe Kloeppel of Edward Jones for his loyal advertising the past few years. We still need one or
two more advertisers. If you are interested in promoting your business, please call the parish office. We
are most grateful for your interest!
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 13, 2013
October is Respect Life Month
“Open your hearts to life!” has
been a favorite theme of Pope Francis.
Opening our hearts to life means
that we reject the killing of human
beings from the moment of conception to their natural death—by
abortifacient “contraceptives” and
abortion, in destructive embryo
research and IVF procedures, by
denying life-saving treatment to
those with disabilities, and by
“hastening death” of the elderly and
dying in assisted suicide and euthanasia. Opening our hearts to love
means opposing the death penalty,
as well as slavery, human trafficking, terrorism and unjust war, and
that we work to eradicate the conditions of poverty that prevent our
brothers and sisters from realizing
their full human potential.
Nearly all of us are sometimes guilty
of rejecting those who get in the
way of our plans or make us feel
insecure. We may honk with impatience at the driver in front of us or
speak abruptly to a colleague who
is slow to learn new skills, and per-
haps use harsh words at home
when a spouse or child forgot to do
a promised task. In all these seemingly minor everyday ways, we tear
away at the Body of Christ. And
when we act this way in front of
our children, the family ceases to be
a school of love.
That is what family is meant to be:
a haven of unconditional love, acceptance, affirmation and consolation, where children learn by modeling their parents to accept others
and love generously, to share with
and care for those in need. It is a
place to learn humility and mercy,
to learn to imitate Christ. Like the
saints, we can learn to love others
sacrificially by recognizing our own
weaknesses and littleness, and by
begging God to transform us.
It’s not just selfishness that makes it
difficult to put others’ needs and
lives ahead of our plans. We fear
losing control over the plans that
we think will make us happy and
fear not having time to do the
things that give us pleasure now.
The irony is that lasting happiness in
this life is found in giving of oneself
generously to others, loving gratuitously and seeking nothing in return. The mother of a child who is
ill can’t help but be moved to comfort her baby through the night, to
suffer with him. The son of an elderly parent with dementia can’t
help but respond with patience and
affirmation to the often repeated
stories, questions and fears. Those
who love need no other reward
beyond the happiness they feel in
knowing they have brought comfort to another person.
Through prayer and through the
celebration of Mass and the Sacraments, we can know and love God
better. With His help, we can be
more aware of the needs of those
around us and open our hearts to
all human life. After all, the focus
of the New Evangelization isn’t on
memorizing doctrines. It’s about
learning to live our Christian life
fully and bringing Christ’s love,
alive within us, to all we meet.
Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
We will remember all our loved ones who have died this year (since November 2,
2012) at the All Souls Mass on Saturday, November 2 at the 5:00pm Mass. Please
call the church office (946-1893) with your loved one’s name if you would like a candle for the Mass. There will be a reception after Mass in the café. Please let the office
know how many in your family will be attending.
World Consecration
Pope Francis will consecrate the entire world to the Blessed Virgin Mary on October 13, 2013, the anniversary of Mary’s last appearance at Fatima! In conjunction with the Pope’s consecration, we encourage all
Catholics to make a personal consecration. A personal consecration to Mary is a great way to grow in holiness and become closer to her Son, Jesus. Several consecrations are available, both online and in Catholic
bookstores. One consecration you might consider is 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley,
MIC. To order, please visit http://www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org/store/title/33-days-to-morning-glory.
St. Charles Junior Service League annual CARD PARTY will be held Tuesday, October 22 from 7-10pm at St. Peter Parish Center.
$9 includes dessert and coffee. For reservations call 636-947-9677 or636-724-1884.
Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
PARROQUIA SAN CHARLES BORROMEO MINISTERIO HISPANO
Oficina: Tel: (636)946-1893 Fax (636)946-5598
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[email protected]
INTERPRETACION—Llámenos al 314-842-0062
Terapia en español confidencial Jesús López 636-219-2405
AUXILIO!, mi hijo no quiere rezar...
En los últimos tiempos hemos visto un cambio drástico en la manera en como percibimos las cosas, el desarrollo de la tecnología, HDTV, blue ray,
ipod, ipad, smartphones, redes sociales, etc. si bien han acrecentado las comunicaciones a larga distancia, no podemos negar que han afectado
negativamente las relaciones persona a persona, y ustedes se preguntarán que tiene que ver esto con que mi hijo/a no quiera ir a misa, rezar y/o
profundizar en su relación con Dios.
Bueno, tiene mucho que ver, en el mundo de hoy los niños están expuestos de manera constante al desarrollo tecnológico y nosotros como padres muchas veces ayudamos a que eso se intensifique, los niños van creciendo en un mundo virtual donde pueden controlar todo, y evitar lo que
no los entretiene, eso incluye las conversaciones en vivo y en directo. De más esta decir que nosotros somos los primeros ejemplos para nuestros
hijos y a cuantos de nosotros nos imitaron nuestros pequeñines a hablar por teléfono, sí, al principio parecía simpático que nuestro bebé copiara
lo que hace mami o papi, los niños hacen lo que nosotros hacemos, si nosotros comemos carne, frijóles, chile, pan, etc, ellos también lo harán, asi
también si ellos nos ven que vamos a Misa con gusto, leémos la Biblia, rezamos el rosario, acudimos a Dios en momentos difíciles, profundizamos
nuestra relación con Dios, o hablamos de Dios, pues nuestros hijos ciertamente también lo harán, si es cierto que influye el factor externo de los
amigos, sin embargo la influencia que ejercemos en nuestros hijos podemos utilizarla de manera que ellos puedan acercarce más a Dios.
En mi propia experiencia he tenido el desafío de no compartir la fe Católica con mi esposo, por lo que mi esfuerzo por mantener a mis hijos en la
fe se acrecentan, les comparto algunas sugerencias que he aprendido en mi corto camino de ser mamá, tal vez les puedan ayudar.
Cuándo vamos camino a la escuela, rezamos un Padre Nuestro, tres Ave Marías (por las virtudes de la Fe, Esperanza, Caridad y la Pureza), al
finalizar pedimos por las personas que tenemos en nuestro corazón, los sacerdotes, papi, los niños del mundo, los bebes que están por nacer, los
adolescentes, nuestros familiares, amigos y todas las personas que conocemos, especialmente por las que necesitan nuestras oraciones y por
ellos mismos.
Al principio la lista fue más corta, ellos fueron agregando con el pasar del tiempo. Si es posible no poner música en el carro mejor, los niños necesitan apreciar el silencio, es ahí donde habla Dios. Al igual que ustedes damos gracias a la hora de comer, y al acostarnos también rezamos la
oración a San Miguel Arcángel, esto les da a los niños un sentido más profundo de la protección de Dios, siempre les doy su bendición al ir a la
escuela y al dormir.
Mis hijos al igual que los suyos tienen una atracción especial por los juegos de video y al igual que ustedes les doy permiso de jugar, sin embargo
antes de empezar, rezamos un Padre Nuestro, puede que mi hijo lo haga con mala gana, porque las ganas de jugar son más grandes que las de
rezar, pero Dios actúa de manera misteriosa, mientras más juegue, más rezará. Estoy segura que ustedes tienen también algunas sugerencias
que puedan compartir con otros padres que se interesan por la espiritualidad de sus hijos.
Ser papá o mamá no es fácil, pero tenemos a Dios de nuestros lado.
Dios los bendiga siempre.
Silvina
¿Sabías Qué...?
La palabra ayuno viene del latín "ieunium", y significa la privación voluntaria de comida durante algún tiempo como acto de amor a Dios.
INTENCIONES DEL PAPA FRANCISCO
PARA OCTUBRE
General: Para que cuantos se sienten agobiados por el peso de la
vida, incluso llegando a desear su fin, puedan advertir la cercanía
del amor de Dios.
Misionera: Para que la celebración de la Jornada Misionera Mundial
haga a todos los cristianos conscientes de ser no solo destinatarios
sino también anunciadores de la Palabra de Dios.
Pláticas para Bautismo
Las pláticas para Bautismo son el 1º y 2º domingo de cada mes de
9.30-11am, se pide puntualidad.
Son necesarias las dos clases para padres y padrinos, debido a la
importancia de esta preparación se pide que en lo posible no se
traigan niños, por consideración y respeto a los demás participantes,
ya que pueden distraer la atención.
Para confirmar su asistencia por favor llame a la oficina parroquial
636-946-1893.
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 13, 2013
Viajar a la frontera U.S.-México
por Madi King
Nuestro mundo, tanto históricamente
como en la actualidad, supone una alta dosis
de reflexión sobre la palabra dinero. Tal vez,
lo vemos como una medida de la estabilidad
o el poder. Sin embargo, si uno se dedica a
la exploración de la pobreza que él o ella va
a profundizar inevitablemente en el tema de
la riqueza y sus recursos financieros. Un
activista social emergente puede incluso
reclamar el dinero que nos separa de nuestros vecinos mexicanos. Nuestro país tiene
claramente un valor materialista mucho más
alto, de modo que la pobreza debe ser el
resultado de una falta de dinero, ¿verdad?
Antes de visitar la valla misterioso definir las
fronteras de México y Estados Unidos, que
creía en esta teoría del dinero. Racionalicé
la pobreza es la falta de recursos financieros. Sin embargo, mi experiencia en la frontera se demuestre lo contrario.
Nuestro equipo de la misión llegó a la
frontera México-Estados Unidos después de
nuestro primer día completo de trabajo. Me
gustaría poder expresar mis reacciones a la
cerca, pero las palabras no le hacen justicia,
no hay palabras podrían hacer esta valla
hermoso. El hierro fundido valla llega a veintiún metros en algunas zonas, e incluso se
atreve con el Océano Pacífico. La valla no
es sólida, lo que permite Tijuana amantes de
la playa para ver a los Estados Unidos. El
lado mexicano de la playa está muy poblada,
mientras que la parte estadounidense parece desierta, a excepción de algunos vehículos de patrulla y helicópteros. Muchos de
nuestros miembros del equipo fueron tocados por los poemas y las súplicas esbozadas en la valla. Mi enfoque, sin embargo,
estaba en la belleza del mar.
Mientras buscaba el horizonte del mar,
me di cuenta de mi teoría sobre el dinero
estaba completamente fuera de lugar o mal
entendido. El dinero no discrimina, la gente
hace. Mientras que el dinero puede ser un
medio, desde luego, no es el fin. La valla
representa control. No podía dejar de pensar
en los seres humanos tratan de controlar la
tierra, lo que resulta en las fronteras y el
odio. Aunque entendí la valla seguía en el
agua, no parecía como tal. La valla pareció
detenerse en el borde del territorio de la raza
humana. Por lo tanto, he visto el mar como
el control de Dios, Sus ideas hacia una verdadera buena vecinad amor sin límites y
hermoso.
De ninguna manera estoy ofreciendo
una declaración política o el intento de desafiar la atención de cualquier parroquiano.
Entiendo los argumentos muy racionales y
lógicos en ambos lados que implican la inmigración y de la propia valla. Simplemente
estoy tratando de ilustrar mi experiencia con
la frontera. Como estudiante universitario,
entiendo mi exploración teológica acaba de
comenzar. Sin embargo, ya se ha vuelto
muy claro que Dios anhela que lo amemos.
Si Él reside en cada uno de nosotros que no
puedo dejar de pensar en Él querría que
nosotros amamos a todos nuestros vecinos
que se extiende más allá de las fronteras
estadounidenses.
Estoy muy agradecida de haber ido en
el viaje misionero a Tijuana. Mi experiencia
me ha permitido combinar mi fe y el conocimiento con una visión transformada del mundo. Les puedo asegurar que el dinero no va
a cambiar las relaciones internacionales de
nuestro mundo: el amor lo hará. La verdad
es que la escalera hasta que un alma puede
subir desde el nivel más bajo de las profundidades de la más alta a las alturas, incluso
una valla.
Por tu Matrimonio:
Dos no pelean si uno no quiere, para mantener la paz en tu hogar evita discutir con tu cónyuge, especialmente delante de tus hijos.
Pregunta de la semana
¿Qué significa la palabra Amén y por qué
es importante decirla?
October 13
11:30 a.m.
L/C: Hermila Murillo, Richard Veit
el coro
EM: Misael Alvarado, Steve Cave, Ampelia V., Maria
Fuentes (Host) Toni Hernandez, Dionisia Zamudio
Sev: Lilia Fuentes, Isaias Alvarado, Roman Barcenas
Ush: Jeff Kozich, Carlos Chica, Ramon Sandoval,
Jorge Guerrero
GB: Jorge & Ana Guerrero & Family
Gr:
Rafael & Maria Fuentes
Felicidades señorita Guadalupe
En la época de Jesús se identificaba a las personas de acuerdo al
pueblo donde habían nacido.
PROXIMOS EVENTOS
13 de octubre, 9.30am reunión Fiesta de Guadalupe, en la oficina.
13 de octubre 5pm, Misa Juvenil
19 de octubre 9.30am Feria Hispana de Salud, Centro St Joachim
& St Ann.
26 de octubre 8am Retiro para Quinceañeras en Centro Rigali.
27 de octubre 1pm Comite de la Unidad en la oficina.
Para más información sobre algún evento por favor contacte la
oficina 636-946-1893
Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
Traveling to the U.S.-Mexico Border
by Madi King
Our world, both historically and presently, places a high deal of thought onto the word money. Perhaps, we see it as
a measure of stability or power. Nevertheless, if one devotes oneself to the exploration of poverty he or she will inevitably delve into the topic of wealth and its financial means. An emerging social activist may even claim money separates us
from our Mexican neighbors. Our country clearly has a much higher materialistic value; so poverty must stem from a lack
of money, right? Prior to visiting the eerie fence defining Mexican and U.S. boundaries, I believed in this theory of money.
I rationalized poverty to be a lack of financial resources. However, my experience at the border proved otherwise.
Our mission team arrived at the U.S.-Mexico border after our first full day of work. I wish I could articulate my reactions to the fence, but no words can do it justice; no words could make this fence beautiful. The iron-casted fence reaches
twenty-one feet in some areas, and even ventures into the Pacific Ocean. The fence is not solid, allowing Tijuana beach
goers to see into the United States. The Mexican side of the beach is heavily populated, whereas the American side appears deserted—except for a few patrol vehicles or helicopters. Many of our team members were touched by the poems
and pleas sketched onto the fence. My focus, however, was on the beauty of the ocean.
As I searched the sea’s horizon, I realized my theory on money was completely misplaced, or misunderstood. Money
does not discriminate; people do. While money may be a means, it is certainly not the end. The fence represents control. I
could not help but think humans attempt to control the land, resulting in boundaries and hate. Although I understood the
fence continued into the water, it did not appear as so. The fence seemed to stop at the edge of the human race’s territory. Thus, I saw the sea as God’s control; His ideas towards true neighborly love—boundless and beautiful.
By no means am I offering a political statement or
attempting to challenge the mindfulness of any parishioner.
I understand the quite rational and logical arguments on
both sides involving immigration and the fence itself. I am
simply trying to illustrate my experience with the border. As
a college student, I understand my theological exploration
has just begun. Yet, it has already become quite clear that
God yearns for us to love Him. If He resides in each of us I
cannot help but think He would want us to love all of our
neighbors—extending past our American borders.
I am incredibly grateful to have gone on the mission trip
to Tijuana. My experience allowed me to combine my faith
and knowledge with a transformed vision of the world. I
can assure you money will not change our world’s international relations: Love will. The truth is the ladder up which
a soul can climb from the lowest of depths to the highest of
heights—even a fence.
Halloween Howl for the Homeless 5K Run—Saturday, October 19, 9:00am
Children’s Monster Mile Fun Run follows at 9:20am
Both events take place on the St. Charles Community College campus and will benefit Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service.
Costumes are encouraged with prizes awarded to the best in numerous categories Pre-race and post-race activities, include face painting, a bounce house, music provided by the band Doppler FX and more . . . there’s fun for the whole family! Every little gremlin that completes the “Monster Mile” will receive a prize.
Please come to support the most vulnerable among us . . . those who are homeless or on the verge of becoming homeless.
As many of our neighbors continue to remain under-employed and unable to care for themselves and their families, the
numbers of those without basic needs continues to grow.
Registration fee is $30 per person w/a long-sleeve T shirt. A family registration is $90 for a family of four; and includes
four long-sleeve T-shirts. To register for either event go to http:/howlforhomeless.racesonline.com. For more information
visit our website at www.jacares.org. For sponsorship information, contact Julie Feast 314) 799-8849.
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 13, 2013
Welcome to St. Charles Borromeo Parish!
Let’s Eat Out!
AS NEWLY REGISTERED MEMBERS
Rafael & Yamilet Dubon and Vania
David & Matilde Lopez,
Angel, David, Alicia, Jennifer, Ashley & Gabriel
Mario Perez & Veronica Gomez, Arely & Marion
Miguel Tapia & Patricia Munoz, James, Richard & Alondra
Victor Lopez & Maria de los Angeles, Ana, Cristian & Victor
Hugo Tapia & Luz Ramirez, Adriana, Tony, Victori & Alex
John Campbell & Annie Spiller
Neil & Jessica Flannigan, Branden & Reed
Bill & Ellen Connors
Robert & Judith Funke
Chris & DeeDee St. Gemme and Kyle
Manuel & Amparo Torres, Chelino & Chuy
Abby Hoyer
Ben Barton
Milan & Kathleen Berry, Layla, Carter & Nolan
Don Rothermich
Charles Thielker
Shaun & Elizabeth Guccione
Kevin & Karin Bohn
Marie Bohn
Mike & Sheila Becker
Edileuza Ordones, Heloisa & Miguel
Ivonne Perez, Jonathan & Guadalupe
Nick & Becky Schaub and Henrietta
Joseph & Jennifer Windsor
Antonio & Yaxiri Calderon and Darey
Socorro Tena
Cesar & Ana Calderon & Janitzia
Craft Fairs
October 19, at St. Joseph—Cottleville from 9am to 5pm.
Lots of great crafters, eat while you shop, come and enjoy the Kid Zone, Silent Auction and Raffle Baskets. To
benefit the St. Joseph School Band.
November 2, at St. Joseph-Josephville, 10am to 4pm.
November 9, All Saints—St. Peters. Hand-made items, no
vendors. If interested in participating, call Beverly Miller
636-9802-2212 or Mindy Tihen 314-608-0238.
November 17, St. Theodore—Flint Hill, from 8:30am—2pm in
the Parish Center. Benefits the 2015 Pro Life Trip.
Sunday, October 13: Fall Sausage Dinner at Immaculate
Heart of Mary Church in New Melle, serving from 11am
to 6pm. Whole hog pork sausage dinners include homemade bread and desserts. Adults $11, children to age 12
$6, ages 5 and under free. For more info: 636-398-5270.
Saturday, October 19th: BBQ at St. Robert Bellarmine, sponsored by the Men’s Club and Knights of Columbus, serving from 11am to 7pm. Pork steaks, chicken, brats and
more. Dinner w/2 sides $8. For more info: 636-9407338.
Sunday, October 20: Annual Fall Sausage Dinner at St.
Alphonsus-Millwood serving from 11am to 5pm. Adults
$9, children 12 & under $4. Whole hog pork sausage and
turkey dinners. For more info: 636-338-4606.
Sunday, October 27: Annual Fall Dinner and Craft Show at
Holy Rosary in Warrenton. Turkey and whole hog sausage with all the trimmings serving from 11am to 6pm.
Adults $10, children 6-12 $5, 5 and under free in dining
room only. For more info: 636-456-3698, ext. 1.
Saturday, November 16: Convivium Dinner hosted by Kenrick
-Glennon Seminary, to be held at the Cedars in downtown St. Louis. If you would like to help support the formation and education of our future priests, please consider donating an auction item, providing a monetary
contribution, and/or attending the auction. For more
info: 314-792-7435.
8th Grade Shadowing Programs
Barat Academy, now thru November. Call Alison Hodges at
636-300-5524 or email [email protected].
CBC High School, by reservation only. Contact Melissa Ryan
314-985-6095 or [email protected].
Duchesne High School, throughout the fall semester. Fill out
the reservation form at duchesne-hs.org/shadow, or
contact Lindsay Lammert at 636-946-2603 or [email protected].
St. Dominic High School, for the fall semester. Please contact
Michael
Wade
at
636-240-8303
or
[email protected].
INTERNATIONAL FAIR TRADE MARKET on Saturday, November 9 from 10am to 4pm and Sunday, November 10 from 8am
to 2pm at St. John United Church of Christ, 405 S. 5th. Fairly traded, exotic, and engaging handcrafts created by artists in the developing world. Proceeding go directly back to the people in these countries where they help pay for food, education, housing and
health care. For more info call 636-946-0961.
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