ST. MONICA CATHOLIC CHURCH 407 South Third Street , B ardstow n, KY 40004 O f f i c e N u mb e r : ( 5 0 2 ) 3 4 8 - 5 2 5 0 F a x N u mb e r : ( 5 0 2 ) 3 4 8 - 3 6 3 5 E ma i l : s t m o n i c a @ b a r d s t o w n . c o m Website: http://stmonicabardstown.org Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 2pm M a s s T i me s : S u n d a y @ 9 a m a n d Tues & Thurs 10am A d mi n i s t r a t o r : R e v . J e f f r e y H o p p e r ( H : 5 0 2 - 3 4 8 - 7 2 4 4 ; C : 2 7 0 - 8 7 2 - 7 2 0 0 ; E ma i l : p a s t o r - s t - m o n i c a @ l i v e . c o m ) Deacon: Scott Turner (H: 502 -348-3662; C: 502-507-7800) Secretary: Marilyn Keene B ookkeeper: Gayle Spalding M aintenance: Joe Douglas M u s i c i a n : J o h n J a me s

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT “The Community of St. Monica Catholic Church is a Multi-Cultural Parish who faithfully worships God and proclaims the Gospel.”

Sunday March 2, 2014 The Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Can a mother forget her infant, be without tenderness for the child of her womb? Even should she forget, I will never forget you. Isaiah 49:15 May Tenderness Prevail One theme runs through all three readings today: tenderness. In the first reading, the Israelites fear that God has forsaken them—a temptation we sometimes experience even today. But Isaiah reminds them that God loves them as tenderly as a good mother loves her child. In the second reading, St. Paul tells the Corinthians that they must be “trustworthy” stewards “of the mysteries of God.” A trustworthy steward tends to his master’s goods with care and reverence, that is, tenderly. And in the gospel, Jesus describes God’s fatherly love for us his children—a tender love that should ease our anxieties and fears for the future. The American psychiatrist Harry Stack Sullivan defined healthy adult maturity as “a state in which tenderness prevails.” Today we might ask ourselves: Does tenderness prevail in me? Or have I allowed some negative qualities—such as haste, impatience, meanness, self-righteousness—to take over?

Cycle A SUNDAY, MARCH 2 Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 49:14-15 ● Psalm 62:2-3, 6-9 ● 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 ● Matthew 6:24-34 MONDAY, MARCH 3 St. Katherine Drexel 1 Peter 1:3-9 ● Psalm 111:1-2, 5-6, 9-10 ● Mark 10:17-27 TUESDAY, MARCH 4 St. Casimir 1 Peter 1:10-16 ● Psalm 98:1-4 ● Mark 10:28-31 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 Ash Wednesday Joel 2:12-18 ● Psalm 51:3-6, 12-14, 17 ● 2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2 ● Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 THURSDAY, MARCH 6 Thursday after Ash Wednesday Deuteronomy 30:15-20 ● Psalm 1:1-4, 6 ● Luke 9:22-25 FRIDAY, MARCH 7 Sts. Perpetua and Felicity Isaiah 58:1-9 ● Psalm 51:3-6, 18-19 ● Matthew 9:14-15 SATURDAY, MARCH 8 St. John of God Isaiah 58:9-14 ● Psalm 86:1-6 ● Luke 5:27-32

SUNDAY, MARCH 9 First Sunday of Lent Sr. Melannie Svoboda Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7 ● Psalm 51:3-6, 12-13, 17 ● Romans Living Faith 5:12-19 ● Matthew 4:1-11 Mark Neilsen Editor

Welcome Visitors! We are so glad you came to worship God with us today! Please come back again! If you would like to join us in our ministry as a St. Monica Parishioner, call the parish office at 3485250.

Mass Intentions Sunday 03/02—(D) People of the Parishes Tues 03/04— (D) F.D. Ritchie Ash Wednesday 03/05—10am & 7pm People of St. Monica Thurs 03/06— (D) F.D. Ritchie Sunday 03/09— (D) People of the Parishes On the 2nd & 5th Sundays and Holy Days Mass will be celebrated for “People of the Parishes” (St. Monica & St. Thomas). Multi-Intention Masses will be Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and All Souls Day. Please contact the office for Mass Intentions. Donations $10. TALENT, TREASURE, AND TIME

“Now it is of course required of stewards that they be found trustworthy.” 1 Corinthians 4:2 Trust is a key element of being a good steward. For a steward is not the owner, but one who has been entrusted with the care of the possessions of another. God is the owner of all and we are merely His stewards. Jesus has entrusted the continuation of his work on earth to us as his disciples. We must be trustworthy of this great commission.

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COLLECTIONS Actual Budget $2179.62 $1485.00 $47737.75 $50490.00

2014 Black & Indian Mission Collection will be next Sunday (3/9) This effort exists to help diocesan communities build the Church and preach the Gospel among the African American, Native American, and Alaskan Native people of God. Your donations help fund parish-based catechetical programs, support teacher and catechists, encourage vocations to the priesthood and religious life, and create infrastructures, such as our archdiocesan Office of Multicultural Ministry, that support ministry in these diverse cultural communities. Please be generous. Building Our Future of Hope—According to Archdiocesan records as of December 31, 2013 St. Monica cash received is $78,086.30 with the parish portion at $39,043.15. The % of total cash collected to total pledges is 80.57%

PRAY FOR US (Sick & Homebound)

Please contact the office to add or remove a name from the prayer list. Jimmy Hickman, Georgia Ann Girton, Charlotte Roberts, Richard “Ware” Logan, Frances Phillips, Nannie Thompson, Lois Linton, Curt Elmore, Cecelia “Tootie” Hickman, Jennifer Sue Rogers, Ada Greathouse, Bryant Copeland, Larry Lydian, Dave Hardin, Andrew Preston, Johnny Rizor, Mildred Cambron, Zeny True, Steve Porter, Penny Lamar, Elizabeth Young, Bessie Reed, Joe Evans, Johnny Cambron, Jr., Jerry Bivens, Matthew Ballard, Matt Hall, Joe Elery, Mary E. “Tippy” Hodgens, Mary Emma Lydian, James Tonge, Frank Thompson, Joe Kimberlin, Sara Jean Carrico, Mary Ann Lewis, Albert Nagy, Bertha Bivens, Alma Maddox, Patricia R. Payne, Estelle Allen, Patricia Baker, Shirley Rogers, Patrick Myers, Jimmy Cambron, Russell Grundy, Marilyn Milburn, Jerry Payne, William Henry Logan, Ken Distler, Gloria Sheckles, Carline Phillips, Margie Montgomery, John Conroy, Jeff Spalding, Bobby Skaggs, Leo Smith, Daisy Allen, Rose Marie Lewis, Dorothy Elery, Jackie Cooper, Rae Phillips, Betty Payne-Preston, Sherry Phillips, Alice Edelen, David Hood, Betty Mason, Josephine Edelen, Angela Echols Gerton, Joel Rivera, Ashley Hamilton, Mike Hamilton, Aldon Payne VISITATION OF SICK & HOMEBOUND— If you or a member of your family is in the hospital, privacy acts prohibit ministers from obtaining names through the hospital; therefore you must contact the parish if you wish a visit. Also, please contact the office for home-bound visitation if you become ill.

MINISTRY SCHEDULE For questions or concerns regarding the Ministry schedule contact Wanda Linton. All ministers need to be at church 15 minutes before Mass. If you cannot fulfill your assignment please find a replacement.

MARCH 9—FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT Lectors: 1st—Rachel Lyvers; 2nd—Carrie Stivers Altar Servers: Katrina Boone, Rin Saginario Communion Ministers: Austin & Ashley Carey Gift Bearers: Mark & Debra Phillips Ushers/Greeters: Terry & Kim Hickman, George Hayden, Sharon Reed Cleaners: Kim Hickman, Irene Lydian Money Counters: Debra Phillips, Rin Saginario Open Church: Martha Hickman You are invited to participate in CRS Rice Bowl! Our parish will be participating in CRS Rice Bowl, Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten program, as way to encounter Jesus through others, especially through the most vulnerable in our world. Rice Bowls are available on the table in back of church. Please be sure to take home a Rice Bowl and use this fun and easy resource to deepen your family’s Lenten experience and make a difference in the lives of the poor.

MARRIAGE MOMENTS: March 5 is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. Sunday's gospel reminds us "Why are you anxious about clothes? (Mt 6: 28) Lent offer us a time to let go of some of our possessions gracefully. It is a practice that can clear you mind and home and bring peace to your soul.

PARENTING POINTERS: With Lent just starting have you discussed with your child(ren) what special efforts everyone in the family might do to enter into Christ's sacrifice during these 40 days? Perhaps everyone could choose one personal sacrifice and the family can agree on one common sacrifice. Telling each other helps keep you accountable.

By Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net HELP AND HOPE FOR STRUGGLING MARRIAGES Stress in Your Marriage? – Retrouvaille is a program for married couples that feel bored, disillusioned, frustrated, or angry in their marriage. Some experience coldness. Others experience conflict in their relationship. Most don’t know how to change the situation or even communicate with their spouse about it. This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing difficulties in their marriage. For confidential information about or to register for the next program beginning with a weekend on Sept 19-21, 2014 call 502-479-3329 or email: [email protected] or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

DIACONATE ORDINATION will be celebrated by Archbishop Joseph Kurtz on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Assumption. Being ordained are seminarians Peter Bucalo and Shayne Duvall. The people of the Archdiocese of Louisville are welcome and encouraged to attend this joyful celebration. For more information, contact Donnia Schlaff in the Vocation Office at (502)636-0296. We are ready to begin remodeling our bathrooms in the Parish Hall as planned using our Building a Future of Hope funds. Deacon Scott Turner has been contracted to complete this project. A committee is needed to choose colors and designs. If you would like to help with this project please contact John Boone at 348-4045 or Terry Hickman at 460-6621

Come hear about Human Trafficking from Human Trafficking survivor, Holly Austin Smith. Please join the Nelson County Human Trafficking Task Force in learning more about this topic and how we can reduce the number of human trafficking victims in our community. March 21, 2014 from 1:00 to 4:30 pm. Nazareth Campus, Crimmins Building (Banner Room) No cost to attend. RSVP required by March 3 to: [email protected] (502)348-1557 for more information.

Weekend at the Seminary Ever wonder what seminary is like? You may be surprised. Come join us for our annual "Men for Christ" retreat at St. Meinrad Seminary, March 810. Today's seminaries are places of joy, brotherhood, prayer, and discernment. Over this powerful weekend, meet seminarians, talk with the vocation director, and take time to reflect on God's call for you. No pressure—just prayer! Open to men ages 18-40. Details and registration at www.LouisvilleVocations.com/retreat. The “Made to Crave” bible study will be held every Sunday for six weeks from March 9th through April 13th. We will begin right after Mass in the Parish Hall at 10:15. Sessions will run for 60-90 minutes. The “Made to Crave” bible study is the missing link between a woman’s desire to be healthy and the spiritual empowerment necessary to make that happen. Please contact Cornita Wright or Stephanie Harrison if you are interested in this study. A small fee may be required for the book.

My New Kentucky Home Habitat for Humanity “Tasting Bash” will be held on Thurs, March 20th from 5:30pm to 7pm at St. Joseph Parish Hall . The menu includes all-you-can-et assortment of appetizers, sandwiches, fruit, cheese, and desserts donated by local church members and other organizations. Refreshments provided. The cost is $10 donation per person. In advance or $15 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at all Nelson County Town & Country Banking Centers. Habitat for Humanity is asking for donations of one plate of each food item (sandwiches, appetizers, fruit, cheese, desserts) to serve 20 people. They also need two people from each church/ group to set up a table (provided) 1/2 hour prior to the event to describe the food and our mission. If no one is available to attend to the table they will take food donations at St. Joe Parish Hall no later than 5pm on March 20th. A volunteer from St. Monica is also needed to sell 10 tickets. Contact Lucretia Starnes-Young at 502-294-0965 or Theresa Hurst at 502348-0981 for tickets or questions.

Saint Gregory PTO is hosting their annual Casino Night on Saturday, March 8th from 7pm-1am at the PCC! We will offer Blackjack, Texas hold ’em, split the pot, roulette, quasihorse racing, door prizes and a silent auction throughout the night. The cost is $5 at the door. Concessions are available as well as adult beverages. You must 18 to enter and 21 to play. For more information e-mail [email protected]. Lic. ORG-0285

Conversations On the March episode of Conversations, Archbishop Kurtz talks with Chancellor Dr. Brian Reynolds about archdiocesan strategic planning and Archbishop’s recent trip to the Philippines. Archbishop Kurtz also welcomes guest Fr. Jeff Nicolas, Pastor of the Cathedral of the Assumption, to talk about Lent and Pope Francis’ Lenten message. Conversations is available through a variety of platforms, including the Faith Channel (digital channels 19, 96.9, or 279), video and audio podcasts on www.archlou.org/conversations and WLCR 1040 AM radio. This program airs on the Faith Channel on Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Fridays at 7 p.m., and Saturdays at 4 p.m. In addition, Conversations is available through iTunes as a free download. The Archdiocese on Social Media Follow Archbishop Kurtz, the Archdiocese, and The Record on Twitter: @ArchbishopKurtz (Archbishop Kurtz) @ArchLouKY (Archdiocese of Louisville) @Archlou_es (Archlou Twitter for Spanish speakers). @Record_Archlou (The Record) And please visit The Record on Facebook: The RecordArchdiocese of Louisville Why Catholic? on Facebook: Louisville Why Catholic Catholic Connection Ezine Sign up for the Catholic Connection and receive monthly updates, inspiration, and information from the Archdiocese of Louisville. Go to www.archlou.org/connection to subscribe.

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 March 5th Ash Wednesday Mass 10am & 7pm  The Men’s Club Lenten Fish Fry every Friday of Lent from 4pm –7pm beginning March 8th  Stations of the Cross will be every Friday of Lent at 7pm beginning March 8th and on Good Friday at 3pm April 17th Holy Thursday Mass 7pm (Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl Collection) April 18th Good Friday Service at 7pm (Holy Land Collection) We will begin taking donations for Easter Flowers and Easter Sunday Mass Intentions on March 16th. Donations are $10. More information to come.

St. Gregory Lenten Mission -

"Unwrapping Your Gifts"

Sunday March 16th and Monday March 17th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. A two day Mission for people of all ages. Special activities will be provided for youth and young children. Light Reception provided on Sunday Simple meal provided on Monday.

Louisville Catholic Men’s Conference When: Saturday, March 22, 2014 • 8 am - 1 pm Where: St. Michael Catholic Church 3705 Stone Lakes Dr. • Louisville, KY 40299 Fee: Participants: $30 • Students: $10 Space limited to the first 800 to register. Payment by credit card online or check by mail. Checks payable to: Archdiocese of Louisville: CMC Register online at www.cmclouisville.net or contact: Linda McLemore 502.448.8581 ext. 1324 [email protected]. Scholarships available by request.

Local Conference on Catholic Education - You’re cordially invited to attend an upcoming conference on Catholic education entitled, “The Uncommon Core: Catholic Education and the Family,” with renowned theologian and authority on education, Fr. Peter Stravinskas. This conference is co-hosted by Immaculata Classical Academy and Holy Family Radio. It will be held in Gallagher Hall at St. Barnabas Catholic Parish on Hikes Lane in Louisville on Saturday, March 15th from 9 am - 4 pm, followed by a vigil Mass with Fr. Stravinskas. A catered lunch will be provided for $10 a person. If you cannot attend the entire event, you are free to attend either the morning or afternoon session. For more information about the conference and to pre-register, please visit www.immaculataclassicalacademy.com or call 365-3545.

Bramante Studios has copies of the St. Monica print in a glicee canvas, signed numbered limited edition of 150. Finished art piece dimensions 20” x 40”, total canvas size 24” x 44”. Unframed, price $475. For more information or to place an order contact the office at 348-5250

“SPRING TO SACRIFICE” Meetings & Such…  Upcoming RE sessions: Upcoming Inquiry Sessions for those inter03/16, 03/23 from 10:30 to ested in learning about or joining the Roman 11:45. Catholic Church. Next session March 4th  S.M.A.C.K. (St. Monica from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at St. Thomas. Awesome Catholic Kids) sessions Contact Deacon Scott Turner at 348-3662 or 507-7800 or Fr. Jeffrey Hopper at 348-7244 for youth in 8th grade to 12th or 270-872-7200 for information. Please keep our candidates in grade will be held on Wednesprayer as the continue their preparation: Raymond Harrison, day nights 03/19, 03/26 from 5-7pm Chaqualin Hays, Alexis & Madison Fenwick. CONFIRMATION—Shaquan Hays, Alec Harrison, MaAliyah Hodge, and Charles Jackson are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Holy Rosary Church in Springfield. Please keep them in prayer as they continue their preparation. 2014 WIRE Scholarships Available for KY College Students—The KY Chapter of Women In Rural Electrification (WIRE) is taking applications from KY college students to offer at least three $1,000 scholarships. Applicants must meet the following criteria: 1) student’s family must be served by a KY rural electric cooperative; 2) student must have at least 60 credit hrs at beginning of 2014 fall college term; 3) student must attend a KY college or university. Deadline is May 9, 2014. Go to www.kaec.org for more information.

BAPTISM PREPARATION—Anyone interested in preparation for Baptism, please contact the parish office 348-5250. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION—Tuesdays & Thursdays after 10am Mass by request. Sat. 3:30pm @ St. Thomas & 3pm @ St. Joe SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE—Anyone interested in receiving the sacrament of marriage contact Fr. Jeffrey Hopper at 348-7244 or 270872-7200 six months in advance. ADULT CHOIR PRACTICE—Dates & time TBA. Contact John James for information at 350-0088. YOUTH CHOIR - Watch the bulletin & announcements for changes. Contact John James 350-0088 for more information. BEREAVEMENT CHOIR— Watch bulletin & announcements for changes. Contact John James 350-0088 for more information. CENTERING PRAYER—Tuesdays at 7PM in Kieffer Room. All are welcome. “Be still and know that I am God.” AA, ALANON, ALATEEN—Meet every Thursday at 7PM in St. Augustine Hall, Kieffer Room & Lichtefeld Room & ALANON every Wednesday in Loretto City Hall.

Save Aluminum Cans!

PARISH HALL RENTAL— The Parish Hall is available for rental to parishioners only. There is St. Monica Youth are still collecting aluminum cans a $100 refundable deposit and a $95 fee for liability insurance that is to raise money to fund their activities. Cans may be required by the Archdiocese for events not sponsored by the church. left in the Parish Hall on Sundays or you may call Requests and money must be submitted 20 days in advance. Please Carolyn Payne at 348-6964 to make other arrange- contact the office for details. ments. Thank you for your continued support!!

In case of bad weather St. Monica will follow the lead of the Bardstown School Systems. If the schools are closed we will not have the 10am weekday Mass.

ADMIN/FINANCE COMMITTEE—Thurs, Mar 20th 6PM PARISH COUNCIL—Tues, March 25th at 6PM STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE— Wed, March 12th at 5PM. WORSHIP COMMITTEE—Wed, March 12th at 6PM.

Fr. Hopper, courtesy of Pat’s Appliance, does a 15 minute broadcast each Sunday at 11AM of the Mass readings and prayers on WBRT Radio 1320.

FORMATION COMMITTEE— Sun, March 9th after Mass SERVICE COMMITTEE— Tues, March 11th at 5:30PM.