Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Chattanooga, Tennessee Mass Intentions beginning this Saturday: Dec 19 8:00 AM +Catherine Pierce Dec 19 5:30 PM +W.B. Baker Dec 20 7:30 AM Ints of Helen Dolan Dec 20 10:00 AM Parish Family Dec 20 12:00 PM +Frank & Marie Ruggiero Dec 20 2:00 PM +Sylvia Garrity Dec 21 8:15 AM +John Knight Dec 22 8:15 AM +Marguerite Blanford Dec 23 8:15 AM +Helaria Thomas Dec 24 8:15 AM +Marguerite Blanford Dec 24 5:30 PM Children of our Parish Dec 24 7:30 PM Hispanic Community Dec 25 12:00 AM Parish Family Dec 25 9:00 AM +Robert & Mary Collette Higney Dec 25 11:00 AM +Pat McHugh & Joseph Gomes Dec 26 8:00 AM +Laurence E. Skelly Dec 26 5:30 PM +Helen Rogers & Roy Morrison Dec 27 7:30 AM +Arnold Caron Dec 27 10:00 AM +Joseph Bartolucci Dec 27 12:00 PM +Marguerite Blanford Dec 27 2:00 PM Parish Family (+Deceased) Parish Bookstore is open after weekend Masses. Sun. Jr. High Youth Group 6:30-8:00 1st & 3rd Sunday’s call Vicki at 855-2505 or 364-1480 Mon. The bulletin deadline is noon. Tues. Contemporary Choir 6:00-8:00 pm Fr. Jim Bible Study 7:00 pm. PLC no class Dec 8, class Dec 15; no class Dec 22-Jan 12 Class resumes Jan 19. Wed. Bridge Players/St. Brigid’s Craft Groups, 10-2 in the Parish Life Center. Choir rehearsal 6:30-8:00 pm Thurs. Hispanic Choir rehearsal 7:00 pm Sat. Cursillista’s after 8:00 AM Morning Mass in the Parish Office Rosary Group meets at 9:00 a.m. daily in the church. Please pray for the repose of the soul of Milton Colosia of our parish. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen. Did you have your picture taken with Santa at the Evening with Santa? If so stop by the tree in Holy Family Hall and get your ornament from the tree.
Next weekends second collection is for the Retired Religious Fund. As expenses continue to increase and economic difficulties tighten we appreciate more and more the help of the Retirement fund. Your taxdeductible donation supports the care of elderly and frail religious and helps to provide basic necessities. Please give generously to next week’s second collection.
December 20, 2009 Fourth Sunday of Advent Lector & Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion Schedule: Sat, Dec 26 at 5:30 C. Blake, A. Alisago, Lectors Deacon, T. Gribben, R. Smith, E. Buske, R. Dorris EMHC Sun, Dec 27 at 7:30 Mass J. Trimble, J. Reinert Lectors W. King, J. Goodhard, C. Goodhard EMHC. 10:00 S. Lindner, S. Fava Lectors, J. Fava, C. Arnt, R. Castle, C. Delaney, B. Dickenson, N. Donohoo, A. Dougherty, B. Dougherty, C. Ingle EMHC 12:00 A. Wells, M. Simpson Lectors A. Gonzalez, M. McKenzie, M. Pomerance, U. Berge, M. Williams, M. Jackson, J. Jackson, J. Hand EMHC. 2:00 S. Guox, A. Camacho Lectors. Thank you for your ministry. If you are not able to serve please find a replacement. Many Cultures-One Faith Muchas Culturas-una fe All are welcome: No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church; no matter what your current family or marital situation; no matter what your past or present situation; no matter what your personal history, age, background, race etc.; no matter what your own self image or self esteem you are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved, and respected at… Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
Many Cultures-One Faith Muchas Culturas-una fe Todos son bienvenidos: No importa cual es su situación actual en la iglesia Católica; no importa cual es su situación actual en su familia o matrimonio; no importa cual es su situación pasada o presente; no importa cual es su historia personal, edad, antecedentes, raza, etc.; no importa cual es su imagen o autoestima; usted esta invitado, bienvenido, aceptado, amado y respetado en la… Nuestra Señora de el Perpetuo Socorro Please join us in the Parish Life Center this weekend for free blood pressure screenings. While you are there enjoy coffee, donuts and fellowship with your parish family.
WHY CATHOLIC? PORQUE SER CATOLICO? Altar Server Schedule: Sat, Dec 26 at 5:30 E. Labbe, R. Robertson, T. Robertson, C. Wall, S. Tucker Sun, Dec 27 at 7:30 Mass M. Zolkowski, K. Klassen, S. Rhodes, E. Mangan 10:00 T.J. McGhee, K. Barta, J. Harris, S. Price 12:00 M. Rebman, G. Britto, S. Mohler, M. Mohler, N. Snellgrove 2:00 M. Espinoza, P. Acosta, A. Ubas. When sending your Christmas Cards don’t forget to include our Parish Seminarian Doug Owens. His address is St. Charles Borromeo Seminary 100 East Wynnewood Rd. Wynnewood, Pa 19096. Lectors & Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion please see the sign up sheet in the Church Vestibule for Christmas Day. If you plan to be in town please sign up for the mass you will be attending. "Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen."
The family of Milton Colosia would like to thank all the loving and caring people of the parish family who provided food and support to their family through Helping Hands. Your ministry is truly a blessing to families in need. They would also like to thank the members of Hospice of Chattanooga especially Adriene Petmecky for all the support they provided through these difficult days. Your kindness is a blessing to us all. Join the Knights of Columbus on January 8, 2010 for the first Fish Fry of the New Year. Enjoy a fish dinner and all the trimmings for just $6/person. Thank you for your support this last year. Proceeds form this event benefits the Tennessee Wheelchair Foundation. Are you a senior who needs transportation to medical appointments? Catholic Charities Interfaith Senior Services program works through volunteers to provide transportation to medical appointments for those 60 and older free of charge. For info or to volunteer call 265-2397.
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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL NEWS Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School is now taking applications for Kindergarten through eighth grade for the 2010/2011 school year. To receive an application package or set up a tour contact Teresa 423-622-1481; Teresahennen@catholicweb.com. IRISH MIDDLE SCHOOL WRESTLING – the Irish Wrestling Club is open to students in grades 1-8. the season will consist of weekly practices with competitions to be held on Fri & Sat during Dec thru Feb. Practices are Mon and Wed in the new NDHS Wrestling Center beginning Dec 2 from 6:00-7:30 pm. For info call John Mullin 624-4618 ext 1007. The OLPH Faculty and Staff will attend at Spiritual Retreat with the faculty & staff from St. Jude on Jan 4 at Holy Spirit. “Starting a New Year” and how do we nourish ourselves “Spiritually” when we get so busy all year teaching will be the theme of the retreat. Fr. Ragan Shriver will lead this day of reflection. The 7th Grade Language Arts Class students finished their persuasive essays with topics ranging from, “Who should win the Heisman” to “Year round schools” to “What is the best pet name”. The 7th graders also had a “Hot Chocolate Holiday Café” on We, Dec 16 and shared their holiday memory stories that they wrote. Chik-Fil-A “Spirit Night” winners. Mrs. Carden’s kindergarten and Ms. Fones 6th grade had the most participation in the Chik-Fil-A “Spirits Nights” for the 1st quarter. Cjol-Fil-A sent chicken nugget trayus to their classtooms during the last week of school for Christmas snacks. Thank you to Anne Bordash for sharing her time & talent in spearheading and creating the new Admissions packet and annual Fund brochure for OLPH School. Congratulations to Tyler Enos who represented the TITANS in the NFL “Punt, Pass, & Kick” competition at the Titans Game Nov 29. Tyler a 6th grade student came in 10th in the country our of 3 million participants.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Chattanooga, Tennessee Madeline’s Christmas: On Wed, Dec 9 the the 1st & 2nd grade classes went to see a production of Madeline’s Christmas at the Chattanooga Theatre Center. We were thrilled to see a fellow parishioner Elizabeth Case, in the play she performed wonderfully. “Happy Birthday Jesus” OLPH Students in grades K-4 helped Catholic Charities by bringing in supplies for babies. A representative from Catholic Charities came out after Mass on Thursday, Dec 17 to accept the gifts then the students had a birthday cake and snacks to celebrate Jesus’ birthday. OLPH Geography Bee: 8th grade student Christopher Coles was the winner of the Geography Bee and classmate Shakayla Dews was the runner up. Christopher will take the qualifying test in January for the state competition. GOOD LUCK Christopher OLPH School will be closed for Christmas Break from Thursday, Dec 17 until Wed, Jan 6, 2010. FAMILY HONOR 2010 – All 8th grade families in the Chattanooga Deanery are invited to participate in the Family Honor Program on Jan 29-30th, 2010. This year Family Honor will be held @ St. Stephen’s Parish. Registration forms can be downloaded from www.myolph.com. Family Honor’s mission is to provide opportunities for parents and children to learn to communicate effectively on important life values, with the special focus on the truth and goodness of human sexuality and the virtue of chastity. It is presented in a fun and interactive format. You will walk away with a new perspective on questions of “Who am I?” and “What is life for?” For additional information or questions about this program contact Jan O’Boyle @ 706-226-9110 or Mary Pat Haywood @ 706-278-6391. Space is limited to 40 families so get your registration forms and $25.00 in early to reserve your spot for the Family Honor Program. Catholic Charities will provide Christmas meals to needy families. A donation of $25 feeds a family of four. Over 200 families received meals in 2008. Please send checks to Catholic Charities Christmas Meals at 859 McCallie Ave Chatt 37403
December 20, 2009 Fourth Sunday of Advent Fast Day: It’s worth giving up a meal…Each year the Chattanooga Community Kitchen asks our community to support the activities of the Kitchen by fasting for one meal between Sept and Dec and donating the cost of that meal to the Community Kitchen. Your gift helps the hungry and homeless men and women and children in our community. The next “Picture of Love” engaged couples retreat is Sat, Jan 30 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. This marriage preparation on e day retreat is a supplement to the couples marriage formation with their parish priest. The program is designed to help the couple gain a better understanding of the joys and challenges of living the sacrament of Matrimony in their day to day lives. Cost is $135/couple. The retreat certificate is good fro a $60 discount on your marriage license. The retreat starts at 8:00 am. with a light breakfast and ends with dinner at 6:00 pm. Mass will be included in your day and you must attend the entire day to receive your certificate. For more info contact Marian Christiana 423-892-2310 or mchristiana@diocesofknoxville.org. Health Ministry Did you know if you eat 100 fewer calories per day you can lose 10 pounds in a year? Burn another 100 calories every day through exercise and you could lose up to 20 pounds per year. Here are some easy ways to cut 100 calories a day: put mustard instead of mayo on a sandwich, try low fat or fat free salad dressings, substitute Canadian bacon for regular bacon., eat fresh fruit instead of juice or dried fruit, order thin crust pizza, order your coffee with skim milk and sugar free, use a smaller bowl for cereal, drink club soda with lime. Burn 100 calories with these ideas: set your alarm 15 minutes earlier and go for a walk, stand up and walk around while on the phone at work. Take your kids out for a bike ride after dinner, join a tennis league and play several times a week, go for a 15 minute walk on your lunch break, get off the subway or bus and walk the extra distance. Visit the Parish Nurse link at myolph.com for current news and information. The Parish Church Cleaning Crews are looking for members to join their ministry. If you would like to participate in this special ministry call Thelma Crutch 624-5780.
WHY CATHOLIC? PORQUE SER CATOLICO? The state of Tennessee has a property tax relief program for elderly and disabled homeowners as well as disabled veterans. For 2009 tax year the program will contribute up to $121 towards city taxes and up to $173 to county taxes for those who qualify. Disabled veterans who qualify can receive up to $848 toward city taxes and $1210 toward county taxes. Application can be picked up at the City of Chattanooga treasurer’s office or the Hamilton County trustee’s office. For info call the State Tax Relief Office 615-747-8871. Divorce and Beyond Divorce and Beyond is a structured 9 week program for Catholic men and women who have experienced or are experiencing divorce. In Chattanooga this group will begin meeting on Monday, January 25 in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Life Center from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm. The sessions conclude on March 29, 2010. To register for Chattanooga contact Marian Christiana 423-892-2310 or email mchristiana@dioknox.org. Cost the program is $15.00. The sessions in Knoxville will meet on Sundays beginning January 10, 201 in the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Shea Room. These sessions will conclude on March 14. They will meet from 2:00 pm till 4:00 pm. To register call Knoxville 865-691-2256. When the holidays are over take some time to recover and have a great time. Join us for the JANUARY JAM. This fun filled evening will be Sat, Jan 23. The band “No Big Deal” will play great music. There will be food, foosball, ping-pong, air hockey, darts, cards and dancing. Advance ticket sales are $15/person or $25. couple. Beverage cards will be available. Call or come by the church office 622-7232 for tickets.
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Weekly Readings Song of Songs 2:8-14; Luke 1:39-45 1 Samuel 1:24-28; Luke 1:46-56 Isaiah 45:6c-8, 18, 21b-25; Luke 1:57-66 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Luke 1:67-79 Isaiah 62:11-12; Titus 3:4-7; Luke 2:15-20 Acts 6:8-10, 7:54-59; Matthew 10:17-22
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The Church Office will be closed for the Christmas Holidays from Dec. 23 at 11:30 am until Jan. 4, 2010. We will be checking messages regularly so if you need us call the office 423-622-7232. We hope you and your families have a Blessed Christmas and New Year. Shepherds in fields long ago were tending their flocks of sheep when they became the first to respond to an angel’s invitation to come and see the newborn savior. This years annual stewardship theme is “Feed my lambs…Tend my sheep…Follow me.” We hear Jesus call and can respond with personal offering of time, talent and treasure to the church. MASS ATTENDANCE
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Christmas Mass Schedule Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2009 5:30 Children’s Vigil Mass 7:30 Misa en Español Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2009 2:00 A.M. Midnight Mass (Music begins 11:30 P.M.) 9:00 A.M. Mass 11:00 A.M. Mass
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