St. Augustine, St. Benedict the Moor & St. Mary Churches: Pastoral Region One Oct. 19, 2014 MESSAGE OF POPE FRANCIS FOR WORLD MISSION DAY 2014 Dear Brothers and Sisters, Today vast numbers of people still do not know Jesus Christ. For this reason, the mission ad gentes continues to be most urgent. All the members of the Church are called to participate in this mission, for the Church is missionary by her very nature: she was born “to go forth”. World Mission Day is a privileged moment when the faithful of various continents engage in prayer and concrete gestures of solidarity in support of the young Churches in mission lands. It is a celebration of grace and joy. A celebration of grace, because the Holy Spirit, sent by the Father, offers wisdom and strength to those who are obedient to his action. A celebration of joy, because Jesus Christ, the Father’s Son, sent to evangelize the world, supports and accompanies our missionary efforts. This joy of Jesus and missionary disciples leads me to propose a biblical icon, which we find in the Gospel of Luke (cf. 10:21-23). 1. The Evangelist tells us that the Lord sent the seventy-two disciples two by two into cities and villages to proclaim that the Kingdom of God was near, and to prepare people to meet Jesus. After carrying out this mission of preaching, the disciples returned full of joy: joy is a dominant theme of this first and unforgettable missionary experience. Yet the divine Master told them: “Do not rejoice because the demons are subject to you; but rejoice because your names are written in heaven. At that very moment Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and said: ‘I give you praise, Father...’ And, turning to the disciples in private he said, ‘Blessed are the eyes that see what you see’” (Lk 10:20-21, 23). Luke presents three scenes. Jesus speaks first to his disciples, then to the Father, and then again to the disciples. Jesus wanted to let the disciples share his joy, different and greater than anything they had previously experienced. 2. The disciples were filled with joy, excited about their power to set people free from demons. But Jesus cautioned them to rejoice not so much for the power they had received, but for the love they had received, “because your names are written in heaven” (Lk 10:20). The disciples were given an experience of God’s love, but also the possibility of sharing that love. And this experience is a cause for gratitude and joy in the heart of Jesus. Luke saw this jubilation in a perspective of the trinitarian communion: “Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit”, turning to the Father and praising him. This moment of deep joy springs from Jesus’ immense filial love for his Father, Lord of heaven and earth, who hid these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to the childlike (cf. Lk 10:21). View this bulletin online at www.TheCatholicDirectory.com God has both hidden and revealed, and in this prayer of praise it is his revealing which stands out. What is it that God has revealed and hidden? The mysteries of his Kingdom, the manifestation of divine lordship in Jesus and the victory over Satan. God has hidden this from those who are all too full of themselves and who claim to know everything already. They are blinded by their presumptuousness and they leave no room for God. One can easily think of some of Jesus’ contemporaries whom he repeatedly admonished, but the danger is one that always exists and concerns us too. The “little ones”, for their part, are the humble, the simple, the poor, the marginalized, those without voice, those weary and burdened, whom Jesus pronounced “blessed”. We readily think of Mary, Joseph, the fishermen of Galilee and the disciples whom Jesus called as he went preaching. 3. “Yes, Father, for such has been your gracious will” (Lk 10:21). These words of Jesus must be understood as referring to his inner exultation. The word “gracious” describes the Father’s saving and benevolent plan for humanity. It was this divine graciousness that made Jesus rejoice, for the Father willed to love people with the same love that he has for his Son. Luke also alludes to the similar exultation of Mary: “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, and my spirit exults in God my Savior” (Lk 1:47). This is the Good News that leads to salvation. Mary, bearing in her womb Jesus, the evangelizer par excellence, met Elizabeth and rejoiced in the Holy Spirit as she sang her Magnificat. Jesus, seeing the success of his disciples’ mission and their resulting joy, rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and addressed his Father in prayer. In both cases, it is joy for the working of salvation, for the love with which the Father loves his Son comes down to us, and through the Holy Spirit fills us and grants us a share in the trinitarian life. The Father is the source of joy. The Son is its manifestation, and the Holy Spirit its giver. Immediately after praising the Father, so the evangelist Matthew tells us, Jesus says: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart, and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy and my burden light” (Mt 11:28-30). “The joy of the Gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus. Those who accept his offer of salvation are set free from sin, sorrow, inner emptiness and loneliness. With Christ joy is constantly born anew” (Evangelii Gaudium, 1). The Virgin Mary had a unique experience of this encounter with Jesus, and thus became “causa nostrae laetitiae”. The disciples, for their part, received the call to follow Jesus and to be sent by him to preach the Gospel (cf. Mk 3:14), and so they were filled with joy. Why shouldn’t we too enter this flood of joy? 4. “The great danger in today’s world, pervaded as it is by consumerism, is the desolation and anguish born of 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time a complacent yet covetous heart, the feverish pursuit of frivolous pleasures, and a blunted conscience” (Evangelii Gaudium, 2). Humanity greatly needs to lay hold of the salvation brought by Christ. His disciples are those who allow themselves to be seized ever more by the love of Jesus and marked by the fire of passion for the Kingdom of God and the proclamation of the joy of the Gospel. All the Lord’s disciples are called to nurture the joy of evangelization. The Bishops, as those primarily responsible for this proclamation, have the task of promoting the unity of the local Church in her missionary commitment. They are called to acknowledge that the joy of communicating Jesus Christ is expressed in a concern to proclaim him in the most distant places, as well as in a constant outreach to the peripheries of their own territory, where great numbers of the poor are waiting for this message. Many parts of the world are experiencing a dearth of vocations to the priesthood and the consecrated life. Often this is due to the absence of contagious apostolic fervor in communities which lack enthusiasm and thus fail to attract. The joy of the Gospel is born of the encounter with Christ and from sharing with the poor. For this reason I encourage parish communities, associations and groups to live an intense fraternal life, grounded in love for Jesus and concern for the needs of the most disadvantaged. Wherever there is joy, enthusiasm and a desire to bring Christ to others, genuine vocations arise. Among these vocations, we should not overlook lay vocations to mission. There has been a growing awareness of the identity and mission of the lay faithful in the Church, as well as recognition that they are called to take an increasingly important role in the spread of the Gospel. Consequently they need to be given a suitable training for the sake of an effective apostolic activity. 5. “God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Cor 9:7). World Mission Day is also an occasion to rekindle the desire and the moral obligation to take joyful part in the mission ad gentes. A monetary contribution on the part of individuals is the sign of a self-offering, first to the Lord and then to others; in this way a material offering can become a means for the evangelization of humanity built on love. Dear brothers and sisters, on this World Mission Day my thoughts turn to all the local Churches. Let us not be robbed of the joy of evangelization! I invite you to immerse yourself in the joy of the Gospel and nurture a love that can light up your vocation and your mission. I urge each of you to recall, as if you were making an interior pilgrimage, that “first love” with which the Lord Jesus Christ warmed your heart, not for the sake of nostalgia but in order to persevere in joy. The Lord’s disciples persevere in joy when they sense his presence, do his will and share with others their faith, hope and evangelical charity. Let us pray through the intercession of Mary, the model of humble and joyful evangelization, that the Church may become a welcoming home, a mother for all peoples and the source of rebirth for our world. REGION ONE LITURGICAL SCHEDULE [SA] = St. Augustine [SB] = St. Benedict [SM] = St. Mary Fri. Oct. 24 8am [SM] Don Weimert Sat. Oct. 25 4:30pm [SB] SB Parishioners 4:30pm [SM] John W. Jones, Jim Hargis Family 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Sun. Oct. 26 8:15am [SA] Lorin Fornshell 9:45am [SM] Bob & Anna Harris 11am [SB] SB Parishioners 1:15pm [SM] Spanish Mass THIS WEEK'S EVENTS PASTORAL REGION ONE: [SA] St. Augustine [SB] = St. Benedict; [SM] = St. Mary Mon. 10/20 Prayer Mtg 11am [SB] Fellowship of Work 7pm [SM] Tues. 10/21 Choir practice 7pm [SM] Wed. 10/22 Bible Study 7pm [SB] Thurs. 10/23 Bible Study 10am [SMC]] Sat. 10/25 HOLIDAY BAZAAR 10-6 [SM] Choir Practice 6pm [SB] Sun. 10/26 Bible Study 10:45am [SMC] BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION CAN NOW BE SENT DIRECTLY TO ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR SCHOOL, 138 GRAMONT AVE DAYTON OH 45417 WEEKLY COLLECTIONS Oct. 11/12 St. Mary Weekly Goal: $4116.00 Weekly $3519.76 Building Fund $320 Rent $3000 SVDP $311 Respect Life $85 TOTAL: $4,535.76 YTD collection $50, 513.43 SHORTFALL ($15,908.9) St. Benedict Weekly Goal $5,200.00 This past weekend: $1154.50 Maintenance: $1743.50 St. Augustine Weekly Collection $696 Capital Improvement $205 View this bulletin online at www.TheCatholicDirectory.com St. Augustine, St. Benedict the Moor & St. Mary Churches: Pastoral Region One Oct. 19, 2014 ST. MARY LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE Oct 25 - 4:30pm [S] Patty Stevens [L] Sr. Rose, Phil Doepker [E] Mary Ellen Oomens, Jim & Marilyn Buerschen, Helen Jones, Bob Durbin Oct 26 - 9:45am [S] Julie Himes [L] Robert Obach, Russ Willoughby [E] Mark Bertolo, Lois DeShayes, Sandy Moritz, Rodie Brun, Mary Jo DuPree, Peggy Falkowski, Luella McQuality ST. AUGUSTINE LITURGICAL SCHEDULE Lectors: Tim Pfeifer, Christine Partin Eucharistic Ministers: Ken Stewart, Mary Hickle, Marie & Randy Klotzs, Liz Miller, Jim Adkins, Doug Hoog, Fran Delegato Ushers and Greeters: Ray Metzger, Richard Dillon, Matthew Valenti Servers: Joseph & Ian Barnett, Christian Meyers TAKE TEN & CONNECT With God & With Others Your Faith & Daily Life Spend 10 minutes reflecting on God’s Word Next Sunday’s scripture: Exodus 22:20-26; 1 Thessalonians 1: 5-10; Matthew 22:34-40 How was it tough to love someone this week? How have you shown concern for another in a simple way this week? What/who helps you stay centered on what really counts in life? PRAY FOR OUR PARISH MILITARY MEMBERS TSgt Timothy Scott Marcum, USAF; SSgt Justin Bentley, USAF; SrA Matthew Bauer, USAF; CPT Brian Hargis, US Army; SSG Lynn Jones, US Army; Saundra Ann Morrell, USN; Ronald Morrell Pruitt, US Army, Capt. Andrew J. Konicki, USMC.; SSgt Christopher DeWitt, USAF, Sgt Alex Zavakas, US Army, SSG Bill Himes US Army; PFC Michael V. Jackson, US Army, PVT Corey Taylor, US Army, Lt. Com. Ryan Jonathan Logan, USN, SGT Stephanie Lewis, US Army, PFC Solomon A. Smith, US Army, SrA Candice Smith, USAF, EOD3 Aaron R. Gorby, USN; Davion A. Redd, USCG, Pvt Jacob Deis, USMC, SSgt Jennifer Wagner, USAF, LCpl Jacob Deis, USMC. View this bulletin online at www.TheCatholicDirectory.com PRAY FOR OUR BELOVED SICK of SB In our prayers, let us remember those in need of the Lord’s healing mercy, especially: Andrew Lewis, Jackie Bristow, Brenda Lewis, Mae Wilkerson, Kenneth Bronston, Zadie Buckner, Mary Helen Spanish, Ruby Hobbs, Chuck Dewitt, Valerie Smith, Phyllis Coley, Lora Singleton, Mark Wells, Gloria Patton, Jessie Campbell, Betty Jones, Pat Bell, Ralph Reed and Janis Lowery. ST. BENEDICT LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE OCTOBER 26TH – 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Tonya Clark; 2nd Hazel Rountree; Petitions: Tom Hall Extraordinary Ministers: Maxine Brooks, Derek Arnold, Sharon Hairston, Carolyn Day (R); Kim Brown, Annette Young, Victor O’Basuyi, Mary O’Basuyi (L) IN THE NURSING HOME/ASSISTED LIVING FROM ST. BENEDICT AND ST. MARY PARISHES Eddie Weaver Lavonne Barker Mary Paschal Artie Oliver Mary Scott Mary Scott Livingston Care Center Mercy Sienna CADIC TREE BLESSING On the 26th of October at St. Augustine, the final blessing will be said outside. Father will bless the tree which was planted and dedicated to the memory of Dave Cadic. Please plan to attend. IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SACRISTAN AT ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH PLEASE CONTACT SYLVIA OFFICE 855-2289 OR HOME 855-6649. OCTOBER COUNT Every October the Archdiocese asks every church to count those attending Mass. The numbers assist them in determining the "state of the parishes". We ask EVERYONE to please make it your #1 priority to attend Mass at your parish each weekend in October. Better yet, bring your entire family and ALL your friends!! WORLD MISSION SUNDAY, OCT. 19 Please give generously to the Word Mission Collection this weekend. Your gift helps mission parishes around the world. 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time HARVEST OF VALUES BAZAAR LIFE LINE SCREENING Ascension Church on Woodman Dr. in Kettering is sponsoring the Women's Guild "Harvest of Values Bazaar" on Nov. 8 from 9am till 3:30pm. Come shop the wide variety of crafts, gifts, decorations and baked goods. Hot lunch is available from 11am-2pm. All are welcome! On Friday, December 5, 2014 there will be a life line screening event at St. Augustine Church. CATECHIST TRAINING Catechist training will begin on Wednesday October 22, 2014 from 6:30-9:00pm in the Evangelization Center on Saint Benedict the Moor campus. If there is anyone still interested in attending please contact Camille Brown at 937 529 9988 today so that the needed material could be ordered. Thank You. OLD FASHION HOLIDAY BAZAAR DEATH PENALTY AND HUNGER Weavers of Justice, a collaborative of Catholic parishes and organizations in the greater Dayton area, will roll out its revised legislative advocacy toolkit. Complete with tips and addresses to enhance parish efforts, the toolkit will help reach legislators on issues the Catholic Church believes will help the poor and vulnerable. The event, Saturday, November 8, will begin with registration and a light breakfast at 8:30 a.m. at the former Trinity Center, 266 Bainbridge St. just outside Dayton’s Oregon District. It will end at 12:30 p.m. In addition to receiving a toolkit, participants will also hear from advocates to reform Ohio’s death penalty law and to work towards ending hunger for families in the United States and around the world. The event is free, but registrations are kindly requested to assure enough handouts and food for everyone. To register, please call the Catholic Social Action Office at 937.224.3026 or email csadayton.org@catholiccincinnati.org. COME AND SEE WEEKEND The Sisters of the Precious Blood will host a Come and See weekend Nov. 7-9 for women ages 18-44 who are interested in religious life. The event will be held at Salem Heights, 4960 Salem Ave. in Dayton, the community’s central house. Topics include the vows, what life as a woman religious is about, the power of prayer and the reality of community in our life and ministry. Come and share with other women who are discerning life as a Sister of the Precious Blood. The registration deadline is Nov. 3. For more information contact Sr. Mary Yarger at 937.837.3302 or 937.999.8456 or by email at vocations@ cppsadmin.org. Holy Trinity Catholic Church located at 272 Bainbridge St., Dayton, OH will hold its annual Old Fashion Holiday Bazaar in Trinity Center on Saturday, November 1, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please join us for the fun and fellowship with the following highlights: Silent Auction – with many great items donated by area merchants and parishioners. Raffle with the main prizes being a Bose Radio and cash. Kids U-pick-It Raffle the Tyke Shop and visits with Santa Bake Shop – has many home-made desserts including candy, cake, pies, brownies, cookies. Cabbage Rolls and other delicious food served from our kitchen. Massage Therapist – For a donation our massage therapist will deliver back and neck massages. Caricature Artists – We have 2 artists on hand to draw you! “ALL SOLES 5K RUN/WALK” Do you want to help change lives? Support the Brunner Literacy Center’s “All Soles 5K Run/Walk” on Saturday, November 1st at Englewood Metropark. Registration forms are available at http://brunnerliteracy.org/events/. Contact the Brunner Literacy Center at (937) 567-9600 with any questions. Raffle tickets are also available. We hope to see you there! ALL SOULS DAY MASS St. Mary will hold their annual All Souls Day Mass on Sunday, Nov. 2 at the 9:45am Mass. We will be remembering all those who were buried from St. Mary Church this past year. We would also like to remember in prayer all the family and friends of the parish who have died since Nov. 1, 2013. Please call the office BEFORE OCT 29 and leave your loved one's name to be included in this service. Please spell their name for us. There will be a candle lit for your loved one that you can take home with you after Mass. We will have a reception in the St. Mary Center following Mass. All are invited to attend the Mass and the reception. 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