ST. MONICA CATHOLIC CHURCH 407 South Third Street , B ardstow n, KY 40004 Of f ice Nu mber: ( 502) 348- 5250 F ax Number: (502 )348 -3635 E mai l : stm [email protected] Website: http://stmonicabardstown.org Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 2pm M ass T i mes: S unday @ 9 am and Tues & Thurs 10am Ad mi ni st rat or: Rev. J ef frey Hopper ( H:50 2-348 -7244 ; C: 270 -872 -7200 ; E mai l : pastor-st-m [email protected] ) Deacon: Scott Turner (H: 502-348-3662; C: 502-507-7800) Secretary: Marilyn Keene B ookkeeper: Gayle Spalding M aintenance: Joe Douglas M usi ci an: J ohn J a mes

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

Sunday November 17, 2013 Thirty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time By your perseverance you will secure your lives. Luke 21:19

To Whom Shall We Go? We show courage by hanging on when our faith is attacked or we are disappointed by the Church, when it appears to be drifting in a direction that we dislike and when we may feel embarrassed to belong to it. Why do so? Because Jesus gave himself irrevocably to a group of weak and foolish disciples, and remained bound to them even when they rejected him. How can we then dare to distance ourselves from the Church if God does not? And who am I to claim any superiority? It would make me look like a Pharisee shocked at Jesus’ eating and drinking with tax collectors and prostitutes. And where would I go anyway? When Jesus asked Peter if he would go, he said: “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life” (John 6:68). Our endurance is sustained by hanging on to those words of eternal life, meditating on the gospels, rather than always fretting about ecclesiastical politics and churchy gossip.

Cycle C SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14 ● Psalm 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15 ● 2 Thessalonians 2:16—3:5 ● Luke 20:27-38 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Dedication of the Basilicas of Sts. Peter and Paul, St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 1 Maccabees 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63 ● Psalm 119:53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158 ● Luke 18:35-43 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 2 Maccabees 6:18-31 ● Psalm 3:2-7 ● Luke 19:1-10 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 2 Maccabees 7:1, 20-31 ● Psalm 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15 ● Luke 19:11-28 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 1 Maccabees 2:15-29 ● Psalm 50:1-2, 5-6, 14-15 ● Luke 19:41-44 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 St. Cecilia 1 Maccabees 4:36-37, 52-59 ● 1 Chronicles 29:10-12 ● Luke 19:45-48

Timothy Radcliffe, O.P. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Living Faith St. ClementI, St. Columban, Bl. Miguel Agustin Pro Mark Neilsen 1 Maccabees 6:1-13 ● Psalm 9:2-4, 6, 16, 19 ● Luke 20:27-40 Editor

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 2 Samuel 5:1-3 ● Psalm 122:1-5 ● Colossians 1:12-20 ● Luke 23:35-43

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 11/17—(D) Albert Cotton Tuesday 11/19— (D) F.D. Ritchie Thurs 11/21— (D) F.D. Ritchie Sunday 11/24— (D) People of St. Monica

TALENT, TREASURE, AND TIME "Some were speaking of how the temple was adorned with precious stones and votive offerings. Jesus said, 'These things you are contemplating -the day will come when not one stone will be left on another."' Luke 21:5 Our material world, as wonderful and beautiful as it is, will one day cease to exist. It is a sobering thought, but one that helps us detach from our reliance on things and places our reliance on God.

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COLLECTIONS Budget Actual $1667.10 $1485.00 $25997.28 $26730.00

St. Peter’s Seminary $1 collection for Fr. Karoli’s St. Peter’s Seminary in Tanzania will be next Sunday, Nov 24th. Building Our Future of Hope— as of September 30, 2013 St. Monica cash received is $77,956.30 with the parish portion at $38,978.15. Which is 78.78% of our goal. 2013 Catholic Services Appeal - Bringing Christ to Others—Our Parish Target: $2900. Thanks to those who have already responded with a gift to the 2013 Catholic Services Appeal. To date we have raised $2210. There is still plenty of time to respond with a gift to this year’s Appeal. Gifts can be made through our parish office or online at www.archlou.org/CSA

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, Camille Boone, 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, Sara Riley, 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 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.

November 24 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Uiverse Lectors: 1st—Donna Lewis ; 2nd—John Payne Altar Servers: Kyona Hamilton, Rin Saginario Communion Ministers: Martha Hickman, Bonnie Lewis Gift Bearers: Mark & Debra Phillips Ushers/Greeters: Sharon Reed, Janice Harkness, Joe Douglas, George Hayden Cleaners: Carolyn & Raven Drake Money Counters: Debra Phillips, Rin Saginario Open Church: John Payne

2014 LECTOR WORKBOOKS—Lectors please pickup your Lector Workbooks in back of church. There is a handout inserted called “Lector at Mass” from the Archdiocese of Louisville Liturgical Guidelines. If you have questions, please contact Deacon Scott.

MARRIAGE MOMENTS: MOMENTS : Choose a virtue to practice today. Don't tell anybody what it is but consider charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, or generosity. At the end of the day, ask your spouse or child if they can guess which one you picked. PARENTING POINTERS: Prepare your child for Thanksgiving by pointing out little things this next week that are unexpected treasures. Thank God for a sunny day, colored leaves, a parking spot, good health, and eyes to see God love in all things and people.

By Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net “2014 KY General Assembly & Eminent Domain” will be the topic of the November 19, 2013 Tuesday Faithful Citizenship Luncheon discussion Noon – 1 pm at St Thomas Parish Center, 870 St Thomas Lane, Bardstown. Presenters: KY Senator JIMMY HIGDON, and KY Representative DAVID FLOYD. This event, sponsored by Catholic Charities’ Nazareth Office, is free. Bring a brown bad lunch; drinks will be provided. Information and RSVP: Catholic Charities Nazareth Office, 502-331-4545, Sister Mary Schmuck, RSM or [email protected]

IMMIGRATION REFORM - On November 7, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, on behalf of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, wrote a letter to Speaker of the House John Boehner that called upon members of the House of Representatives to address immigration reform legislation as soon as possible. Cardinal Dolan cited the ongoing suffering of immigrants and their families caused by a broken immigration system as well as the moral imperative of addressing this issue in a nation dedicated to liberty for all: “As pastors, we [the bishops] witness each day the human consequences of a broken immigration system,” he wrote. “Families are separated through deportation, migrant workers are exploited in the workplace; and migrants die in the desert…As a moral matter, our nation cannot continue to receive the benefits of the work and contributions of undocumented immigrants without extending them the protection of the law. Keeping these human beings as a permanent underclass of workers who are unable to assert their rights or enjoy the fruits of their labor is a stain on the soul of the nation.” Let your elected representatives know that you are concerned about this urgent issue.

Event title: "What Americans Need to Know about Israel-Palestine" Date: Friday, November 22, 2:30 pm Location: Sisters of Charity campus, St. Vincent Church, Main Avenue, Nazareth, KY, 40048 Sponsored by: Louisville Committee for Peace in the Middle East Short summary: Veteran journalist Alison Weir will discuss the current human rights crisis in Israel-Palestine that's being funded by American tax dollars. Come learn more about what's happening in the Holy Land today and how we can help promote peace in the region. Papal Honors Prayer Service— Service—As we complete the Year of Faith on Christ the King Sunday, Archbishop Joseph Kurtz invites all to join him for a prayer service at which nine individuals will be recognized with Papal Honors in recognition of their witness for Christ and His Church. This event will take place on Sunday, November 24, 3:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Assumption, 433 South Fifth Street, Louisville. A reception will follow the prayer service in the Cathedral Undercroft. Those who are being honored include: Dr. Salem George Sr. (St. Augustine Parish, Lebanon); Dr. William Godfrey (St. James Parish, Elizabethtown); Mr. Richard Lechleiter (Holy Spirit Parish, Louisville); The Honorable Romano Mazzoli (Our Mother of Sorrows Parish); Miss Norma Merrick (St. Bartholomew Parish); Sr. Mary Prisca Pfeffer, R.S.M. (St. Raphael Parish); Dr. Brian Reynolds (Holy Trinity Parish, Louisville); Mrs. M. Annette Mandley-Turner (St. Martin de Porres Parish); and Mrs. Clara Zoeller (St. Lawrence Parish). Come early to be insured a seat!

The Office of Multicultural Ministries’ Advisory Council will host a reception at St. Augustine Church Hines Center immediately following the service. We hope to see you present at this momentous event.

High School Placement Test Saturday, December 14, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Taking the Placement Test at the Catholic high school you plan to attend is a required step for incoming freshmen. It is also necessary for many tuition assistance programs. Please bring $10 to cover the cost of testing, two #2 pencils, and your elementary school code.

NOTICE: WBKI-DT Channel 19 will broadcast the Family & Friends Mass on Tuesday, November 19th. Thanks to the Adult Formation Committee and all who helped make this event happen and to all who attended. Special thanks to Spalding Hurst for recording the event.

November Conversations On the November episode of Conversations, Archbishop Kurtz talks with Dr. Carole Goodwin about youth and young adult ministry, and he welcomes the new coordinator for pro-life ministry, Mr. Ed Harpring. Archbishop and Chancellor Dr. Brian Reynolds also reflect upon the top ten things for which to be grateful. Conversations is available through a variety of platforms, including the Faith Channel (digital channels 19, 96.9, or 279), streaming 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 now 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.

St. Vincent de Paul Mission Store/Food Pantry Seeking Managing Director—Position available March, 2014 Job Summary: to oversee and direct all phases of operation of nonprofit ministry to economically disadvantaged individuals and families in the Bardstown-Nelson Co area. If interested contact St. Vincent de Paul Mission Store, 310 N 2nd St. Bardstown KY 40004. Attn: Frank Manion, Board President. Detailed job description available upon request. St. Vincent de Paul also has a 3-bedroom apartment available Nov 1st. Call 348-9752 for details.

Saint Vincent de Paul Parish will host a Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 23rd from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm and on Sunday, November 24 from 9:00 until noon. Featured will be craft items, homemade baked goods and a Silent Auction. This event takes place in the Parish Center in New Hope, next to the church.

Archdiocese of Louisville Office of Multicultural Ministry African American Catholic Ministries 31st Annual African American Catholic Day of Reflection. Reflection Theme: “The New Evangelization: Continuing Our Conversion Journey”. Join Most Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. (Archbishop-Archdiocese of Louisville), Keynote Speaker Fr. Maurice J. Nutt, C.Ss.R., the Bakhita Dance Ministry (St. Dominic Catholic Church, Columbus, OH), and many more! Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm at Catholic Enrichment Center. Registration Cost: Adults $25.00, Youth $15.00, Lunch is included. Registration after November 18, 2013: Adults $30.00, Youth $20.00. Childcare services for children ages 2-7: $5.00 per child. Each parish is invited to send at least 30 participants! The 29th Annual African American Catholic History Celebration originally scheduled for November 10, 2013 will be incorporated into the day.

Registration forms are on the table in back of church. Please submit to the parish office

The Catholic Enrichment Center of the Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Multicultural Ministry will host the Senior Advent Day of Reflection on Thursday, November 21, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Christ the King Catholic Church, 718 South 44th Street, Louisville, KY. Fr. John Judie, pastor of Christ the King and Immaculate Heart of Mary will be the guest speaker. Advent, from the Latin word adventus meaning “coming”, is a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus at Christmas. It is a season for one to prepare to celebrate the anniversary of the Lord’s coming into the world as the incarnate God of love. The event is open to all seniors and a $3.00 is appreciated. The program will consist of prayer and reflection, lunch, games, caroling, and plenty of fun. For further information please call the Catholic Enrichment Center at 502/776-0262. The Flaget Hospital Auxiliary’s Christmas Bazaar will be held on Friday, November 22, from 9AM to 4PM and Saturday, November 23, from 9AM to 12 PM at the United Methodist Church Family Life Center, located at the corner of Second and Flaget, all crafts and bake goods will be on sale stating at 9 AM Friday November 22. Lunch will be served only on Friday, November 22, starting at 11 AM to 2PM. The menu will consists of pimiento cheese or chicken salad sandwiches, Chili, assortment of desserts and beverage, carry outs will be available also. The cost of the lunch will be $8.00 and carry out will be $7.00 no drinks will be in the carry out. This year’s bazaar will have hand made crafts, bake goods, and a raffle for $300 in gas, $300 in cash, and large gift baskets UK and U of L. Tickets for the raffle can be purchase at the bazaar, or before hand at the Gift Shop at Flaget Hospital, auxiliary members will also be selling raffle tickets, cost of each ticket is $1.00, the drawing will be at 2PM on November 22.

Upcoming RE sessions: November 17th & 24th from 10:30-11:45. • S.M.A.C.K. (St. Monica Awesome Catholic Kids) sessions for youth in 8th grade to 12th grade will be held on Wednesday nights November 20th & 27th from 5-7pm •

CONFIRMATION—Shequan 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.

TYPHOON RELIEF—Over the past few days, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded destroyed entire villages and devastated cities across Philippines and Vietnam. More than 10,000 people are feared dead in Super Typhoon Haiyan and more than 9 million people have been affected. The full extent of structural damage is still unknown. To complicate this situation, Typhoon Haiyan follows on the heels of a 7.2 magnitude earthquake in the same region just a month ago. Citizens in this Pacific Island country are already displaced and have been hurt even more. Local government and church institutions cannot manage the magnitude of this disaster on their own. If you would like to make a contribution you can send it to:

Catholic Charities ATTN: Typhoon Relief 2911 South Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40208

Meetings & Such… Upcoming Inquiry Sessions for those interested in learning about or joining the Roman Catholic Church. Next session Nov 19th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at St. Monica. The theme will be “Christ the King—The Kingdom of God”. Contact Deacon Scott Turner at 3483662 or 507-7800 or Fr. Jeffrey Hopper at 348-7244 or 270-872-7200 for information. Please keep our candidates in prayer as the continue their preparation: Raymond Harrison, Chaqualin Hays, Alexis & Madison Fenwick. 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. CHOIR PRACTICE—Adult practice TBA. Youth practice 3rd Saturdays at 4pm. Watch the bulletin & announcements for changes. Contact John James 350-0088 for more information. BEREAVEMENT CHOIR— Practice will be on the second Friday at 2pm each month. 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. PARISH HALL RENTAL— The Parish Hall is available for rental to parishioners only. There is a $100 refundable deposit and a $95 fee for liability insurance that is required by the Archdiocese for events not sponsored by the church. Requests and money must be submitted 20 days in advance. Please contact the office for details. ADMIN/FINANCE COMMITTEE—Thurs, Nov 21st 6PM

Save Aluminum Cans!

PARISH COUNCIL—Tues, November 26th at 6PM

St. Monica Youth are still collecting aluminum cans to raise money to fund their activities. Cans may be left in the Parish Hall on Sundays or you may call Carolyn Payne at 348-6964 to make other arrangements. Thank you for your continued support!!

STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE— Wed, Dec 4th at 5PM.

Deadline for bulletin/pulpit announcements is Tuesday afternoon each week. Thank you!

WORSHIP COMMITTEE—Wed, Dec 4th at 6PM. FORMATION COMMITTEE— Sun, Dec 8th after Mass SERVICE COMMITTEE— Tues, Dec 10th at 5:30PM.