November-22-2015.pdf

Mass Times:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 AM
- Wednesday: 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 4:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM

Pastoral Staff:
- Msgr. Michael Becker ([email protected])
- Deacon Gene Neral ([email protected])
- Tabatha Griffin ([email protected])
- Mark Krepich ([email protected]; RCIA & Parish Council President)
- Deb Johnson ([email protected]; Music Director)
- Bill & Norma Foose ([email protected]; Stephen Ministry)
- Heather Reimer ([email protected]; Business Manager)
- Lindsay Reffner ([email protected]; Admin. Assistant)
- Mary Haenig ([email protected]; Religious Education Director)
- Mary Petrak ([email protected]; Confirmation)
- Ken Dunmire (Maintenance)

Upcoming Parish Events:
- Nov. 22nd: First Reconciliation Retreat
- Dec. 6th: Parish Penance Service
- Dec. 13th: Advent Christmas Concert
- May 14th: Love Feast

Year of Mercy Highlights:
- The logo for the Year of Mercy emphasizes Christ's touch on humanity, with merged eyes symbolizing dialogue and shared humanity.
- Pope Francis' prayer intentions include personal encounter and dialogue, as well as support for pastors.

Pastor's Message:
- Encourages all to participate in Thanksgiving Day Mass at 9:00 AM and bring food items for the community's neediest.
- Highlights the significance of Advent beginning next Sunday, marking Christ's Second Coming.
- Promotes the Advent Penance Service on December 6th at 4:00 PM as ideal preparation for Christmas and the Year of Mercy.
- Announces an Adult Ed series on "religious liberty shaped America" using a PBS Frontline documentary.
- Informs about preparations for the Year of Mercy, including a banner in the sanctuary and advent wreath in the Gathering Space.

Stewardship:
- November 15, 2015 Offerings:
- Loose: $846.00
- Envelope: $4,501.00
- Children’s: $0.00
- Parish Development: $20.00
- Catholic Charities: $232.00
- Christmas Flowers: $20.00
- Total: $7,637.00
- Online Giving: $2,018.00

Confirmation:
- 11th grade retreat with 13 candidates.