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FESTIVAL DATES
The dates for this year’s Festival are JUNE 6-7-8.
FESTIVAL NOODLE MAKING DATES
Volunteers in great number are needed for noodle making this Wednesday, February
20 at 8:30 AM in the Church Hall. Early bird helpers welcome after 7:00 AM. No
experience is needed. Come for all or part of the day. Free lunch. Noodles
bagged at 8:30 AM on Fridays. Additional noodle making dates: March 12 & 26,
April 9 & 23.
DAILY MASS
Much discussion for Lent centers about the topic of DISCIPLINE. Positive forms
of discipline should be built into all of our Lenten practices. One of the
noblest forms of spiritual discipline is attendance at Mass during Lenten
weekdays. For your convenience you will notice that from Monday through
Thursday, Masses will be scheduled at 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM & 7:00 PM. We do not
reject other spiritual disciplines but we can not suggest anything superior to
the Eucharistic Liturgy and the graces flowing from it.
IMPORTANCE OF SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
The attitude among many Catholics toward the Sacrament of Reconciliation has
changed significantly, and, to be true, not for the best for the church's
membership. Ever so many individuals today have a personal psychologist or
counselor for the purpose of maintaining focus in their topsy-turvy world. Might
we be overlooking the availability of a spiritual resource commonly known as
one's Confessor? Peace of soul is a natural by-product of a good confession. The
Sacrament of Penance restores friendship with one's Lord and Savior. If it is
inner healing that is needed, then Confession is your answer. The Sacrament of
Penance contributes to the spiritual development of the Christian life. Jesus
provided the avenue to unload guilt. More of our Catholics need to use this
instrument of grace in order to experience inner relief and consolation.
Again this Lenten season Confessions will be heard after ALL daily Masses
beginning Monday, March 10 until Wednesday of Holy Week inclusive. The journey
to Easter must include reconciliation with our Savior. The Adult Lenten Penance
Service is scheduled for Tuesday, March 18 at 7:00 PM.
EASTER DUTY OBLIGATION
One of the six precepts of the Catholic Church obliges members of Communion age
to receive Holy Eucharist at least once a year. This precept should be fulfilled
during the Easter Season, that is, between Ash Wednesday and Penecost Sunday.
Those living in serious sin (mortal) are bound to confess their sinfulness prior
to receiving Holy Communion.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Each Lenten Friday at 7:00 PM parishioners are invited to walk with our
suffering Lord to Calvary. What a powerful lesson of Divine love for the
individual sinner. The 14 reflections are all scripturally based. Prayed well,
the Stations afford a moving meditation of human worth in the eyes of God.
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will follow the Stations each Lenten
Friday, except the First Friday of March and Good Friday.
FASTING AND ALMS-GIVING: COINS FOR HAITI
Fasting had its practical roots among rural farming communities. When winter
storage bins ran dry before the spring crop was available, families banded
together with their neighbors, combining whatever food was left and rationing
supplies proportionately so no one would be left hungry. This is the spirit in
which we enter our Lenten Fast this year. Coins saved by our meager meals can
feed thousands of starving children in Haiti. If the whole Church practiced alms
giving with great generosity during Lent, think what a difference this could
mean for poorer nations like Haiti in the world economy today.
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE - OUR DEPTH OF SPIRIT
In the story of the widow’s mite, the poor widow “put more in than all who
contributed.” She had a spirit of sacrificial giving. We have churches, just
like in Jesus’ synagogue days. We support the church, but in what spirit? Will
our depth of spirit be able to meet the stresses facing churches in the future?
The widow shows the way.
ATTENTION: ALTAR SERVERS
Altar servers are asked to stop in the sacristy next weekend to pick up
a copy of the new server schedule.
NEXT WEEKEND: 40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE NEW CHURCH
Come to the 40th anniversary celebration of the new Holy Name Church, dedicated
Feb. 25, 1968. A Parish Social is planned following the Saturday 5PM Mass Feb.
23 in the Narthex. Come to the party! We have much to be grateful for.
MSGR. GAUS MARKS HIS 75th BIRTHDAY
On Feb.25, our Pastor will mark his 75th birthday. We as a parish wish to
congratulate him and offer our prayerful best wishes for continued health and
happiness in all the years to come. Our collective gift of prayerful remembrance
at Mass and in our private devotions is fitting testimony to the dedicated
spiritual leadership Msgr. Gaus has offered this parish for nearly 23 of his 49
years of priesthood. Msgr. Gaus, our gratitude and congratulations abound! Happy
Birthday!
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEK
Sr. Margie is offering 3 classes during Lent. Thursdays: 7-8:30PM in the Church
Hall
Feb. 21: The Woman at the Well (Jn.4 ) What spiritual thirst is drawing me to
Jesus?
Feb. 28: The Man Born Blind (Jn.9 ) What kind of blindness needs healing in my
life?
March 6: The Raising of Lazarus (Jn.11) What new life is Jesus calling forth in
me?
PARISH SKATE – MARK YOUR CALENDARS
The Youth Activity Committee has planned an afternoon of ice skating fun on
Sunday, March 2nd. Bring your family and friends to skate from 2 to 4 PM at the
North Central Recreation Center. The cost per person is $5.00. This price
includes admission, skate rental & a soda plus a hot dog, nachos or soft
pretzel.
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN (VIRTUS) TRAINING
A Protecting God’s Children training session will be offered on Thursday,
February 28, 2008 at Holy Name School in the Science Lab. Anyone who works with
or chaperones the youth of our parish, in any capacity, is required to take this
training. It is only necessary to take this training once. The three hour
session will begin promptly at 6:00 PM. You may register prior to the session on
line at www.virtus.org, for questions call Kathy Oravec 472-5139 or Sarah
Zearing 472-5631.
APEX YOUTH GROUP NEWS
1. WHAT IS APEX? - it is the Youth Group of Holy Name Parish for students in
grades 9 thru 12.
2. WHO IS AN OFFICIAL MEMBER OF APEX? - any Bishop Carroll or public high school
student in grades 9 thru 12 who is a registered parishioner of Holy Name Parish.
3. BOWLING NIGHT will be held on Sunday, February 24. We will leave from Holy
Name parking lot at 6:00PM and carpool to Richland Lanes. Cost is $2.00 for shoe
rental and $3.00 per game. We will return to Holy Name parking lot around
9:00PM. Permission forms can be found on the website, www.holynameapex.com.
4. MARCH MADNESS DODGE BALL TOURNAMENT will be held on Sunday, March 2nd. Those
who wish to participate are asked to organize teams of 5 people. We’ll begin in
Holy Name School gym at 7:00PM and conclude at 9:00PM. Permission sign up forms
can be found on the website, www.holynameapex.com.
5. 20 HOUR LENTEN FAMINE will begin Saturday, March 15 at 7:00PM in Holy Name
School gym and conclude on Sunday, March 16 at 3:00PM. Keep your eyes open for
more details in upcoming weeks!
6. 3RD ANNUAL BASKET SOCIAL - APEX is holding their 3rd Annual Basket Social on
Sunday, April 13th in the Church Hall. This event has continued to grow each
year and has been a very beneficial fund raiser for the high school youth group.
Anyone who would like to donate a basket for this fund raiser may fill out the
form in today’s bulletin or contact Diane Bopp 472-4331 or Nancy McCulley
241-7809.
FEBRUARY - CATHOLIC PRESS MONTH - $10.00 CONTRIBUTION
A catholic newspaper can be the most effective form of diocesan-wide
evangelization available. There we expect to find comments on Scripture,
articles by bishops giving the official teaching of the Church, stories of papal
trips bringing attention to social justice issues throughout the world, etc.,
etc., etc. Holy Name parishioners are requested to read the Catholic Register
and prayerfully find articles there which expose them to clear, concise
application of Christ's teaching and which might also dispel some of the
confusion among Catholics rather than sustain it. Please use the envelope found
in the February packet to make your $10.00 contribution in support of publishing
Catholic teachings and news for this area of the church.
JOIN THE CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS
Court Ebensburg #680 will receive new members at their 7PM meeting, March 13,
2008 in Holy Name Church Hall. With 96,000 members, the Catholic Daughters is
the largest Catholic women’s organization situated throughout the U.S.A., Puerto
Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic. For more
information, call membership chair Betty Dobronski at 472-8286.
BISHOP CARROLL NINETEENTH ANNUAL SPRING CRAFT FAIR will be held
March 15 at the high school. Anyone interested in making reservations for craft
sales please contact Nez 247-6586 or Mary Jo 948-9791.
PARISH SEDER MEAL and COVERED DISH SOCIAL!
Come to the Seder! Sun. March 9 at 5 PM in the Church Hall. Donation: $1 per
person to defray cost of the meat provided. All else is covered dish.
Reservations due March 2. See form below. The roots of the Last Supper and our
Catholic Mass can be traced back to traditions celebrated during the annual
Jewish Seder Meal in preparation for Passover. There is a special “seder” or
order to the songs, prayers and special foods tasted together, such as matza or
unleavened bread, bitter herbs and horaseth or sweet apple butter. Following the
table prayer service, a festive meal will be enjoyed by all, concluding by 7PM
with some childrens’ entertainment. Register now!
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Reservation Form: (Return by March 2 to Rectory, School, CCD or Collection
Basket)
SEDER MEAL and COVERED DISH SOCIAL
Sunday, March 9, 2008, 5-7 PM
Holy Name Church Hall
Yes, I/we will attend the Seder Meal ($1 per person)
Name/s _______________________________________________________________________
Phone # __________________ Number attending: _________ Donation enclosed:
$_______
Covered dish I plan to bring:
_____________________________________________________
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
The dates for our 16th annual Bible School Program have been set for Monday,
July 14 through Friday, July 18, 9:00-11:45AM, for preschool through grade 5.
ADULT AND STUDENT (grades 6 and up) VOLUNTEERS are needed. Students will receive
service hours. Please complete the VOLUNTEER FORM below and return it to the
rectory by March 11. You may place it in the Sunday collection basket.
REGISTRATION FORMS to attend VBS will be sent home later. For more information,
call Mary Harvey, 472-8139.
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SUMMER BIBLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEER FORM
(Complete and return by March 11, 2008)
Name ____________________________________ adult ____ or student ______ Phone
number _____________
(Grade)
I would like to volunteer for the Summer Bible School Program (July 14 thru 18,
2008):
___ Planning Committee
___ teacher, grade ____ ___
classroom aide, grade ___
___ Craft Planning Committee
___ prepare material for crafts (done at home prior to Bible School)
___ Help with crafts at Bible School ___ Music Team ____
Drama Team
___Prepare and serve snacks
VBS Registration forms for students who will attend VBS will be sent home at a
later date. All students must pre-register.
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APEX BASKET SOCIAL
APEX, Youth Ministry, is holding a Basket Social Fund raiser on Sunday April 13,
2008 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Proceeds will be used for general high school youth
group activities. We are asking for parish members’ assistance with various
items. Please look at the list below and help in whatever way you can. Complete
the form and return to the rectory or place in the collection basket by February
29, 2008. All donations, except cakes, need to be at the rectory by March 16,
2008.
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_____ I/We will donate a theme basket: ____________________
(Theme)
_____ I will donate a door prize
_____ I will make a cake
_____ I will donate money
_____ I will volunteer to help the day of the social.
Many times we accumulate empty baskets at home if anyone wishes to donate them,
they can drop them off at the rectory.
If you have any questions, contact Diane Bopp @ 814-472-4331
Name:___________________________ Phone number:____________________
e-mail address(optional)___________________
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LENTEN FISH FRIES
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH, NEW GERMANY will hold fish fries every
Friday during Lent at the Grove Hall in New Germany. Dinners are served from 4
to 7 PM and are $9.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. The buffet menu
includes baked or fried fish, french fries, baked potatoes, haluski, macaroni &
cheese, coleslaw, green beans, rolls, drinks and cake. Take-outs are available
until 6:00PM.
QUEEN OF PEACE PARISH CENTER, PATTON upper level will hold Lenten Fish
Dinners every Friday during Lent (including Good Friday) starting February 8th.
For your convenience, please park in the Parish Center lot. Menu includes choice
of baked or fried fish or salmon cake; choice of baked potato or french fries,
coleslaw, stewed tomatoes, mac & cheese, haluski, buns, desserts, coffee, tea ,
punch. Pierogies ala carte. Time 4-7PM. Adults $8, children 4-12 $4, under 5
free. Take outs available.
ST. JOSEPH PARISH, PORTAGE will hold Fish Dinners on Fridays beginning
February 8 and lasting until March 14. Dinners served 4-6PM in the church hall.
Menu includes baked or fried fish, french fries or haluski, coleslaw, vege,
roll, coffee/punch and dessert. Orders for takeout will be taken starting at 1PM
and ready for pickup 4PM or later. Call 736-3146 to place orders. Adults $8,
children under 12 $4.
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