Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Chattanooga, Tennessee Mass Intentions beginning this Saturday: Oct 24 8:00 AM +Gresenchiana Wico Bigol Oct 24 5:30 PM +Tom Ireland Oct 25 7:30 AM +Joseph Bartolucci Oct 25 10:00 AM +Mary Collette Higney Oct 25 12:00 PM +Frank & Marie Ruggiero Oct 25 2:00 PM +Lynn Crantford Oct 26 8:15 AM +Mary Collette Higney Oct 27 8:15 AM Ints Helen Dolan & All Sick Oct 28 8:15 AM Sp Intention & all Sick & +Ed Berube Oct 29 8:15 AM +Sheryl Tatum & Marguerite Blanford Oct 30 8:15 AM Ints. Carlos R. Guerra & Sick Oct 31 8:00 AM +Howard Sompayrac Oct 31 5:30 PM +Marie Baker Nov 1 7:30 AM +John Johnson Nov 1 10:00 AM Ints Massimo A. Berti & sick Nov 1 12:00 PM +Robert Richard Jones Nov 1 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 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 George Fredrick Scheer, father of Julie Roberts of our parish. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen. Flowers on the Altar this weekend are given by Cissy & Bill West in celebration of their 23 wedding anniversary. We want to thank everyone who has participated in the Annual Stewardship Appeal (ASA). Our parish has had many households respond in support of the ministries of our parish and diocese. The ASA is to our Diocese what the weekly offertory is to our parish. If you have not yet made your gift, please consider making a commitment this weekend. Every gift matters. Thank you.
October 25, 2009 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time The All Souls Remembrance and Rosary will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery on Sunday, November 1 at 3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Next weekend is our monthly collection for the parish Food Pantry. In these difficult times we have seen many people in need of food. Your continued generosity to the needy is greatly appreciated by those in need.
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
The OK’s (older kids 50+) invite you to join us for a leaf color cruise aboard the Southern Belle. It is a four hour luncheon cruise on Fri, Nov 6. Seating is limited. For more information and to make reservations call Eveline Buske 622-1418.
WHY CATHOLIC? PORQUE SER CATOLICO? Altar Servers (all children grades 4 through 8) training will be held in the church on the first Wed of each month form 6:00 PM-6:45 PM. Questions call Joe Reinert 706-935-8609 or 423-838-0026. Lector & Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion Schedule: Sat, Oct 31 E. Buske, R. Dorris Lectors Deacon, A. Alisago, C. Blake, F. Shackleford, R. Smith EMHC Sun, Nov 1 at 7:30 Mass J. Goodhard, L. Colosia Lectors C. Goodhard, K. Heider, E. Hulse EMHC. 10:00 R. Castle, T. Crutch Lectors, T. Arnt, S. Lindner, D. Barta, C. Ingle, G. Raabe, J. Raabe, M. Rivers, M. Delaney, C. Delaney EMHC 12:00 P. Godsey, J. Gonzalez Lectors U. Berge, M. Simpson, A. Wells, M. Williams, B. DePrez, M. DePrez, a. Gonzalez, J. Hand EMHC. 2:00 C. Calderon, G. Guox Lectors A. Camacho, Octavio, Eva Tomas EMHC. Thank you for your ministry. If you are not able to serve please find a replacement. "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." Catholic Charities will be providing Thanksgiving meals to needy families. Over 200 families received meals in 2008. A donation of $25 feeds a family of four. If you can help please send checks to Catholic Charities 859 McCallie Ave Chatt 37403 and designate Thanksgiving Meals. Family Honor 2010. All families in the Parish with 7th & 8th grade students are invited to participate in the Family Honor Program on Jan 29-30. 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 the big questions “Who am I?” and “What is life for?” If you need additional info or have questions about this quality program please contact Jan O’Boyle 706-226-9110 or Mary Pat Haywood 706-278-6391. space is limited to 40 families so watch for your registration forms to come home!
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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL NEWS OLPH School is accepting applications for the 20092010 school year. If you have questions or would like an application please contact Teresa Hennen, Director of Admissions teresahennen@catholicweb.com or 6221481. Oktoberfest at the Chattanooga Market will be Sun Oct 25. OLPH School will have their famous brat booth along with local farm fresh produce handcrafted arts & jewelry live music and market café. The Market is located in the First Tennessee Pavilion next to Finley stadium. Please join in the celebration of Oktoberfest! Field Day at NDHS. The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students from OLPH school are going to Notre Dame Friday Oct 30 to join in the Field Day activities. OLPH Scrip Program: If you have not yet placed an order why not start today! You can go online to www.shopwithscrip.com and create an account by clicking on the green “Family Sign-up!” box on the left. Follow the prompts for your information. You will also need the school code, BBFA23BF17413 to designate where your orders will be sent. You may also pick up a Scrip order form from the Home & School office but remember that it only lists a small number of the cards offered! Check out the website for more offerings and simply write in what you need if it is not listed. Now, through Nov 13 Lowe’s will give Great Lake Scrip Center client organizations a chance to win a $1,000, $500, or $250 donation! Every $25 Lowes gift care you purchase will give OLPH school one entry in the drawing. Don’t forget to ask you friends and relatives to purchase scrip. If you have questions contact Cissy West at cisnbill@bellsouth.net or 899-4061 or 488-4217. OLPH Home & School is participating in the following fundraisers: Box tops for education, Tyson A+ labels, Campbell’s soup labels, Inkjet cartridge recycling. All items may be placed in the box in the back of the church. Money collected is used to sponsor field trips and student & teacher needs.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Chattanooga, Tennessee
October 25, 2009 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Family Bingo Night is Fri, Nov 6. Mark you calendars now to attend. We will play in the PLC after the 5:30 Mass along with the K of C fish fry. All donations will go to our Spanish Enrichment program. Great prizes for all ages.
Chili’s restaurants “Give Back Night” for Catholic Charities is Nov. 3. Present the Chili’s Coupon at any Chili’s on the first Rues of the month between 4-10 and Chili’s will donate 10% of your purchase to Catholic Charities! Coupons are at www.ccetn.org
The Virtue of the Month is Peace (to calm my fear). The 6th grade class will have a theme mass for “PEACE” on Friday, Oct 30.
Catholic Charities Office of Immigrant Services provides low cost immigration legal assistance for those who cannot afford an attorney. Services include status adjustments petitioning for family members citizenship and naturalization and translation services. The program is accredited by the U.S. Bureau of Immigration Appeals. Fro more info contact Nathaly Perez 865-971-3550.
Jesuit Retreat Center at Ignatius House is having a Silent Retreat “God So Loves the World” on November 13-15. To register call 404-255-0503 or ihsecretary@bellsouth.net or www.ignatiushouse.org. Come rest your body mind & soul. Would you like to help Notre Dame High School renovate the science classrooms? Would you like fresh greenery to decorate for the holidays? You can do both by contacting a Notre Dame Student or call Notre Dame 624-4618 and order your holiday decorations. They are selling wreaths, garlands, swags and centerpieces at reasonable prices. Go to www.sherwoodforestfarms.com/products to view the items. The greenery will be delivered the week after Thanksgiving.
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Weekly Readings Romans 8:12-17; Luke 13:10-17 Romans 8:18-25; Luke 13:18-21 Ephesians 2:19-22; Luke 6:12-16 Romans 8:31b-39; Luke 13:31-35 Romans 9:1-5; Luke 14:1-6 11:1-2a, 11-12, 25-29; Luke 14:1, 7-11
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat: if you have feelings of grief, anxiety, guilt depression emotional or spiritual problems due to a past abortion then you are not alone. Project Rachel is here to help with therapeutic counseling emotional support and Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend Retreats. The next retreat is Nov 6-8 at a retreat home in the Cherokee National Forest. For info contact Sandi 865-776-4510 Sandi@ccetn.org or Catherine 865-694-4971 Peace4Lilith@aslo.com. Confidentiality is honored at all times. There is help hope and healing.
Do you and your spouse avoid talking about certain topics? Do finances, your in-laws, or your feelings create conflict between you and your partner? OR…Would you just like to improve communication with those closest to you? Here’s your chance!! On Saturday, November 7, 2009 the Diocesan Off ice of Marriage Preparation and Enrichment will sponsor a “Building a Bridge - Heart to Heart” communication workshop for couples at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Life Center. We will start with 8:00 am Mass and will be finished by 12:00 noon. This workshop will teach the Imago dialog therapy technique. This technique is a simple, respectful and effective way to talk to your partner about things that really matter. The morning will be facilitated by Judy Magnussen, LPC of the Elbow Tree Christian Counseling Center. Judy is a trained therapist of Imago Dialog. The cost of this workshop is $20.00 per couple. The fee will cover program materials and breakfast. If you have attended a Marriage Preparation Program in 2009 YOU CAN ATTEND FREE!!! Participants will need to register with Marian Christiana at mchristiana@dioceseofknoxville.org or 423-892-2310 before Monday, November 2, 2009. Babysitting will be provided at an additional cost. Please contact Pam at Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish office (423-622-7232) to RSVP for babysitting. Learn more about Imago Dialog Therapy www.gettingtheloveyouwant.com/couples/interactive) The Home Place Catholic Charities residential program for homeless individuals with HIV/AIDS needs volunteers to transport clients to medical appointments and other basic errands. Call 267-1297 if you can help.
WHY CATHOLIC? PORQUE SER CATOLICO? Catholic Charities Annual Bake Sale will be after all masses on Nov 21 & 22. All pr9oceeds help to provide emergency assistance for families in financial difficulty. For more info call 267-1297. The University of Notre Dame Alumni Club of Chatt and the Psychology Department at UTC will sponsor a presentation by Dr. Charles Crowell from Notre Dame. Join us Thurs Nov 5 at 12:15 in the UTC University Center Auditorium. This lecture is open to the public. For more info contact Dr. Brian O’Leary 425-4283. Health Ministry Know the difference between the cold and Swine Flu. With a cold you usually do not have a fever. Your cough is a hacking, productive cough. You will experience slight body aches. You usually have a stuffy nose and sneezing but no chills. You may be mildly tired and sore throat. Headaches are usually not present with a cold. Cold symptoms usually develop over a few days. With the flu you usually have a fever of 100 or higher for 3 to 4 days. You cough is usually dry and non productive. You will have sever aches and pains, chills, headaches and chest discomfort. You usually will not have a stuffy nose, sneezing or sore throat with the flu. You will be tired with the flu. The onset is rapid usually within 34 hours. It hits hard and includes sudden symptoms of high fever, aches and pains. Visit the Parish Nurse link at myolph.com for current news and information. “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.” Experience the joy of renewing your sacrament of marriage/holy orders on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend. The next Weekend is Nov 20-22 in Kingsport. Call John & Manuela Ptacek 865-531-1719 for more info. First Friday Fish Fry is Nov 6 from 6:00-7:30 in the Parish Life Center. The Kitchen will be ready and we will fry inside. We will feature chicken fingers along with the fried fish. Cost is $6 for all you can eat fish chicken fingers hush puppies coleslaw and beverage. All proceeds benefit the Wheel Chair foundation. While you are there support the School Family Bingo Night. What a great way to spend the evening with your family.
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“Master I want to see. Go Jesus said your faith has healed you.” Despite the crowd around Jesus or possibly because of it Bartimaeus a blind man saw that Jesus could help him. Jesus tells Bartimaeus two wonderful things he can see and it is his faith that has restored his sight. That was great news for Bartimaeus and it is good news for us. Bartimaeus “Followed him on the way.” Our faith can restore our sight. Through faith we see God’s great love for us and all that he ahs given to us for ourselves and for others. No other institution has discerned defined and articulated the mind of God for His creation as faithfully firmly and consistently as the Roman Catholic Church. To be good stewards of our faith we must constantly grow in our understanding and appreciation of the beautiful through in God’s creation I Revelation and in the Tradition and teaching s of the Catholic Church. Like Bartimaeus we must constantly pray, “Master I want to see.” Then we must be good stewards of our faith. And our faith will save us. MASS ATTENDANCE
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Envelopes Offertory Children’s Funds Required Weekly Variance Year to Date Variance Diocese
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MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY Chattanooga’s Catholic Cemetery since 1886. For information call David Hale, 622-0728. Please remember OLPH in your will
Magical Moments Do not keep the alabaster box of Your love and friendship sealed up until your friends are dead. Fill their lives with sweetness. Speak approving, cheering words while their ears can hear them, and while their hears can be thrilled and made happier. The kind things you mean to say when they are gone, say before you go. George Childs