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January 29, 2012 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time “The people were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority…” “What is this? A new teaching with authority…” So St. Mark’s Gospel describes the ministry of Jesus. People realized there was power in the teaching of Jesus. He knew what He was talking about. And His actions matched His words. His miracles showed He had the power to heal—to save—to redeem. Next weekend, at the end of all Sunday Masses we will celebrate the traditional Blessing of Throats in honor of St. Blaise. Thank you to the members of our parish Young At Heart Social Group for paying for the new curtains in our Masci Hall. Thanks, too to Sue and Doug Garrett who have hung the curtains. Thank you Knights of Columbus Auxiliary for a donation to purchase needed silverware so that we would have complete sets for our hall. FINANCE This week we paid 7 bills totaling $34,754.11. This included $14,175.20 to replace the boiler in Msgr. Dougherty Hall. It failed a few days before Christmas and could not be repaired. We needed to have the heating system working before cold weather would cause pipes to burst. Also included was $20,005 to provide health care coverage for all lay employees; and $358.41 to provide the monthly offertory envelopes. The Offertory Collection for the weekend of 1/15 was $8,147; $6,289 was the offertory collection for the weekend of 1/22. Thank you so much for your support! If you or someone in your family are in the hospital and would like to be visited, please call the Rectory, 764-0325 Ext. 100. 2012 “SOUPER” BOWL FOOD COLLECTION Sponsored by Knights of Columbus, Christopher Council Cub Scout & Boy Scout Troop 61 All Contributions will help our local residents that are less fortunate. Parish Outreach particularly needs: spaghetti sauce, peanut butter, jelly, macaroni & cheese, stew, soup, tuna, hot & cold cereals, canned vegetables, elbow macaroni, spaghetti, rice, instant potatoes, beans, especially pork & beans. Your donations may be dropped off on February 4th & 5th at all the exits of church CHOIR NEWS The Festival of Spirituals is returning for the fourth year in a row! Our own St. Helena’s Church choir will join with other area choirs to present the festival, entitled: Same Train, Carry Me to Heaven, at St. Helena’s Church on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 3pm. There is no charge, although donations will be accepted. Any proceeds after expenses will be donated to the Sunday Breakfast Mission. In addition to St. Helena’s Church Choir (under the direction of Joe Louden) the participating choirs are: New Ark Chorale (Dr. Michael Larkin), Delaware Women’s Chorus (Joanne Ward) and Center City Chorale (David Schelat). Each choir will present its own program and then the combined choirs (some 120 voices) will sing a rousing three song finale. Come and hear our choir at this inspirational and entertaining annual concert! Have you lost something? Did you know that there is a “Lost and Found” here in church? Stop by the Priest’s Sacristy and take a look! Bulletin Deadlines: Info for the bulletin is due on Monday morning by 12:00 noon. You may send your email to: kquinn@sainthelenas.org or call: 764-0325 Ext. 106. EVER THOUGHT OF VOLUNTEERING FOR A YEAR??? Are you interested in making a difference in our world? The SSJ Mission Corps is a year-long volunteer program in the city of also: ssjmissioncorps@gmail.com. ST. HELENAS’ YOUNG AT HEART The Prayer Shawl Ministry continues to function with a few members knitting and crocheting. Even if you do not do needle work members are needed for the Prayer Group, Visiting and taking the shawls and afghans to those in need of comfort, love and prayer. Shawls can be made at home and then brought to a meeting for the blessing of the article. Many blessings are woven into every article made. Wool hats for soldiers are still needed and caps for new born babies and children. Meetings are the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7pm in the convent side entrance. Free yarn can be obtained at the convent. Come as a guest at any meeting and see what our members do. For more info call RELIGIOUS EDUCATION On Sunday, 2/5, there will be a Confirmation Meeting at 12:15pm in Masci Hall. All Candidates and Sponsors/Parents are asked to attend. Mark your calendars for Cupid’s Corner, Saturday, February 11 from 6-8:30pm in Masci Hall. Contact Hummy, 762-4280 for more information. High School Youth Group will be bowling tonight, Sunday January 29. If you need more details, call Ms. Hummy at 762-4280. PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Grateful thanks go out to the children and their families in the Religious Education Program for the very generous donations of gloves and mittens. These were collected at the annual Mitten Tree Prayer Service held in December. Parish Social Ministry also would like to thank the children and the families in our PreK/Kindergarten Program for the food donated for our Food Closet. Many needy families were helped by your generous donations. **A parishioner is available to take person shopping to appointments and to do light housekeeping. If you are in need, call Parish Social Ministry, 764-0325 Ext. 104. References available. St. Helena\'s Kindergarten & Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4 We provide a fun & nurturing environment We offer Kindergarten ~ Lunch Bunch Pre-School full or half days Before & After School Care is available For information or to set up a tour call: School 302-762-3503 Rectory 302-764-0325 If you have been sexually exploited or abused by a priest, brother or lay person employed by the diocese of Wilmington or by a church volunteer in service to a parish or school or other church organization, call the Victims Assistance Coordinator by telephone (302-656-0651) and report the incident to the Delaware State Attorney General’s Office (302) 577-8310. Saturday, January 28 5:00pm (SR) Jackie Muldowney Sunday, January 29 7:00am (SR) People of the Parish 9:00am (WK) Salvatore and Anna DiPasquale Sestilio Tiberi 11:00am (SR) Norbert L. Gladnick and Mary Ruth and Webster Jones Monday, January 30 7:00am (SR) John Cooney 9:00am (WK) Grace Peters Tuesday, January 31 7:00am (ES) Charles F. Seitz 9:00am (SR) Dr. Stephen S. Kutz Wednesday, February 1 7:00am (ES) Donald Wonchoba 9:00am (SR) Catherine Kozak Thursday, February 2 7:00am (SR) Helen S. Patterson 9:00am (WK) Albert Arminavage Friday, February 3 7:00am (EF) Thomas C. Erb 9:00am (SR) Lois Anne Pfeiffer Saturday, February 4 9:00am (SR) Edward Watkins 5:00pm (SR) Mary and Danny Paiano Sunday, February 5 7:00am (WR) Deceased Members of the Blaska and Lutcavage Families 9:00am (WK) Ralph Degli Obizzi 11:00am(SR) People of the Parish ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE Saturday, February 4 5:00pm – Alexis Collins, Elizabeth Skaats Sunday, February 5 7:00am – 9:00am – Tommy Reece 11:00am – Quinn McGee, Jimmy & Kevin Coates WEEKLY SCHEDULE Sunday, January 29 11:00am Children’s Liturgy of the Word-Church Monday, January 30 6:30pm Religious Ed Classes-School classrooms 6:30pm Bible Study-Religious Ed Office Wednesday, February 1 7:00pm Parish Social Ministry Meeting-Rel. Ed. Thursday, February 2 7:30pm Adult Choir-Church Friday, February 3 9:30am First Friday Adoration-church Malvern Retreat House Art Show-For art enthusiasts and collectors, please come to our free, invitational art show, Wednesday, February 1 through Saturday, February 4, 11am to 8pm and Sunday, February 5, 11am -4pm. The show in the McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center features original works by more than 80 professional artists and includes painting, sculpture, glass, pottery, photography and jewelry. Proceeds benefit Malvern Retreat House. For info, please call 610-644-0400. It is the very times that we feel most stressed and pressed for time that we can short change our spouse. After all, he or she will understand. Today, take a moment when you next see your spouse to pause and offer a warm, knowing glance. No words need be spoken. Takes maybe 5 seconds. You can spare the time. The Knights of Columbus, Church of the Holy Child Council #12190 will be having a “Fat Saturday” Beef and Beer fundraiser on Saturday, February 18 from 7-11:30pm with music provided by Al Santora and the Hi-Liters. It will be in the church social hall located at 2500 Naamans Road. Tickets are $25 per person (before2/11) and $30 per person (after 2/11). Contact bob Collom at 475-0396 or Matt Doyle at 584-4641 to purchase tickets. Thank you for your support! |