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St. Stephen Catholic church2491 James River Turnpike, Ona, WV 25545(304) 743-3234Pastor: Rev. Tijo Georgetgeorge@dwc.orgAssociate Pastor: Fr. Pradeep Kumarplaladi@dwc.orgCHURCH EMAIL: ststephens@suddenlinkmail.comWEBSITE: henCatholicWV/OUR MISSION STATEMENTSt Stephen Catholic Church, as a family of believers, is committed to pray, to teach, to study and to share our gifts and talent with thosewhose lives we touch daily. The mission of our Parish is to proclaim the Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ and to build a loving, caringcommunity.PARISH COMMITTEE & GROUP CHAIRS31st Sunday in Ordinary TimeOctober 31, 2021Pastoral Council .Finance Council . . . Buddy LakeEucharist . . . Clara SchulteLiturgy . Sr. Mary Grace BarileRCIA . . . . David WarnerFaith Outreach .Patrick GraceMusic Director . Marieanne CordleDirector of Education . .Abbie Mortimer& Jessica DouglasC.W.I.T. . Karen FragaleMass IntentionFor the Repose of the Soul Ray AdkinsBy Andy & Angela FootoMESSAGES FROM HEAVEN?Can our departed loved ones send us messages from heaven? I have spoken to many who believethat they have, indeed, received positive affirmations, guidance, signs, symbols, etc.There could be certain instances where the Lord permits a soul in heaven to send us a word,message, sign, or consolation. However, this does not seem to be something we should regularlyexpect, and we should be very discerning before simply accepting that something is a message froma departed soul. Most certainly to be avoided is any conjuring of the dead through mediums,seances or other methods (cf. Dt 18:10; Lv 19:31; 20:27). Such actions are prohibited by the FirstCommandment since they violate our trust in God and seek to know the future or obtain otherknowledge. This is done apart from simply trusting that God has revealed to us that we must know tobe saved.In another biblical account, we also see a general dismissal of the dead taking to the living. In theparable of the Lazarus and the rich man, the rich man asks that Lazarus be sent to warn his brothersso that they don't end up in torment. But Abraham replied, "They have Moses and the prophets; letthem listen to them" (Lk 16:29). In other words, God's general expectation is for us to rely on what hehas revealed through Scripture and the teachings of the Church. This precludes any regular need forus to get messages from the souls in heaven. Surely, they pray for us there and they, too, trust thatGod will send necessary graces, nudges, and reminders. Hence, while it is possible God sometimesallows the souls in heaven to send messages, this would seem to be rare, and our best bet is to stickto the solid meat and potatoes of God's word in Scripture and Church teaching. Msgr. Charles Pope, Washington, DC
MUSIC 10-31-21Readings944GATHERINGPsalm 18Gather Your People465I love you, Lord, my strength.RA –148GOSPEL ACCLAMATIONRA—149PREPARATIONAs the Deer LongsCOMMUNIONGive Thanks to the Lord590700SENDING FORTHTake the Word of God with YouREADINGS 10-31-21COLLECTIONS 10-24-21Reg. CollectionLooseSocial ConcernsMaintenanceMass IntentionsWorld MissionsTOTALAttendance 90 1130 .00 130.00 25.00 235.00 0.00 85.00 1605.00Celebrating November Birthdays543Reading IDeuteronomy 6:2-6Reading IIHebrews 7: 23-28GospelMark 12:28b-34Altar Server Schedule10/3111/0711/1411/2111/25Water PlantsCharlieColinEleanorRowanLuke Douglas Luke RayAustinEmmaEleanorLector Schedule4 Raegan Carlisi & Fred Ramsey6 Sid Fragale7 Linda Post & Luke Ray10 Linda Ore11 Mary Ann Schaeler14 Joe Shanklin15 Dave Warner18 Jim Adkins19 Paula Grace21 Rodney Wilkinson22 Celine Craig23 Patricia Muth25 Nic Orsini30 Pam Dean* If I have the wrong date10/31 Aiden & Kevin Moloneyor have missed your birthday please let me know!Host Family10/31 Patrick Mortimer& Conor Moloney11/01 Diane Chandler11/07 Chris Anderson11/07 John & Kim Sang11/14 Andy Footo11/14 Chuck & Kathy Mortimer11/2111/21 Alan & Charlene HawkinsJane LakeDonut Pick -upKitchen Hospitality10/31 Clara Worst Schulte11/07Rick Sang10/31 Bruce & Bunny Boone11/07 Joyce Moore & Elaine Conrad11/14 Karen Fragale11/14 Kim Sang & Linda Ore11/21 Cheryl & Dave Warner11/21 Andy & Angela FootoCollection CountersEucharistic Minister10/31 Karen Fragale & Rick Sang10/31 Dave Warner11/07 Rick Sang & Bobbi Carr11/07 Chris Adkins11/14 Elaine Conrad & Karen Fragale11/14 Paul Becker11/21 Paula Grace & Karen Hale11/21 Diane Chandler
PRAYER FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED: NOVEMBER 2November is an important time of year for commemoration. On the second of the month, wecelebrate All Souls Day, on which we remember all the deceased. November 11 th is Veterans Day,in honor of those who gave their lives for our country. In fact, the whole month of November isdedicated to remembering the dead. What does it mean to remember the deceased?We recall first of all that we are the Body of Christ and that our family also includes those who havegone before us. The Catechism of the Catholic Church says that through the Communion of Saints,“a perennial link of charity exists between the faithful who have already reached their heavenlyhome, those expiating their sins in Purgatory and those who are still pilgrims on earth. Betweenthem there is an abundant exchange of all good things”.Blessed are those who have died in the Lord;let them rest from their labors for their good deeds go with them.Eternal Rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.May their souls and the souls of all the faithfuldeparted, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.Amen1) Did you know.a) Living with Christ (missalette) offers a free app- pp, so that you can follow the Mass readings on your device anytime, anywhere?b) Augustine Institute has just launched a free prayer app- “Amen” /15732984132) Most of what you’ve heard about Galileo is probably wrong. Get the facts in this fascinating article- g-around-galileo-and-how-to-clear-them-up.“The Way” Retreat for Abuse SurvivorsSurvivors of all forms of abuse across the Diocese ofWheeling-Charleston are invited to attend a specialretreat entitled, “The Way.”The Way is 3-day guided meditation and prayerprogram for men and women crafted around theStations of the Cross. It is an opportunity for healing andprayer and for survivors to reflect on God’s plan for theirlives through prayer and sacraments. There will beopportunities for individual counseling and spiritualdirection. Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Washington,the retreat is free of charge and will be held November19-20, 2021, for men and February 18-20, 2022, forwomen. The location of the retreat is not beingpublicized to protect the privacy of survivors.For more information on the retreat, visit https://adw.org/the-way-retreat. To learn more and to register, pleasecontact Deborah McDonald at mcdonaldd@adw.org or301-853-4466.
E.C.C.H.O.CHRISTMAS BASKETS AND GIFT DRIVEIt’s hard to believe but it’s already time to start thinking about the holidays especially withthe current supply chain shortages.Thanksgiving – Traditionally the GIFT classes have a food drive for ECCHO. Boxes will beplaced in the kitchen hallway to collect these food items.Christmas Food Baskets – There will be a sign-up sheet in the lobby with a list of itemsneeded for families to donate a complete Christmas food basket. Boxes will be provided forthe food items. All baskets should be ready by Sunday, December 12th. Due to the rise inprices at local grocery stores some parishioners may want to share in the cost of completing abasket and begin shopping for food items early. ECCHO families will pick up their baskets atour Church on Sunday, December 19th.ECCHO Toy & Teen Gift Drive - Milton Methodist Church has offer to once again help distributedonated toys, and teen gifts in their conference room for ECCHO families to shop. All toy, and teen giftdonations will need to at St. Stephen Catholic Church by Sunday, December 7th, and taken to ECCHO onMonday, December 8th. ECCHO volunteers will set up the Conference room for ECCHO families to pick updonated toys, and Teen gifts at Milton Methodist Church on December 13th, 15th, 20th, and 22nd.All donated toys, and teen gifts need to be in gift bags labeled,boy/ girl with ages such as baby,elementary/middle, or High school.Gift suggestions for Babies: Baby learning toys, books, bibs, diapers/wipes, Sleepers, onesies, socks, etc.Preschool/Elementary: Baby dolls, Barbie dolls, action figures, coloring sets, board games, Puzzles, sportsballs, play doh sets, truck/cars, etc.Middle School/High School:Young ladies -Bible, Daily devotional book, Make up sets, hair accessories, bath & body sets, nail polish sets,Hair dryers, cozy slipper socks, arts & craft sets, etc.Young men - Bible, Daily devotional book, Body wash & deodorant sets, shaving sets, sport balls, wallet,board games, model car, art drawing sets, etc.For more information about ECCHO holiday help contact Cheryl Warner.
Weekly SchedulePlease keep in your PrayersJim AdkinsMarge KaibCarolyn ClonchFr. Harry CramerMary FischerRena GarciaSunday, October 31Mass 9:30 amSteve BeckerMarieanne CordleAngela RimmerRhonda VanceBeth Porter DukeCleve & Angie HuntWilliam GeymanRod & Linda PostMax GarciaMarty AustinJohn & Mary Frances Stewart Davis AntisMonday, Nov. 1Mass 9:00 AMTuesday, Nov. 2Upcoming EventsOct. 31- Children’s Liturgy (last Sunday of each month)Nov. 1- All Saints Day - Mass 9:00 AMNov. 7– Adoration @ 9:00 Mass @ 9:30 AM2nd Collection Military ServiceWednesday, Nov. 3Mass 9:00Choir 7:00 PMThursday, Nov. 4AngelusV. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary.R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit.Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thouamong women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. HolyMary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and the hour ofour death. AmenV. Behold the handmaid of the Lord.R. Be it done unto me according to Your word. Hail Mary, etc V. And the Word was made flesh,R. And dwelt among us. Hail Mary, etc V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of GodR. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.Let us pray: Pour forth, we beseech You, O Lord, Your grace intoour hearts; that, as we have known the incarnation of Christ, YourSon, by the message of an angel, so by His passion and cross, wemay be brought to the glory of His resurrection, through the sameChrist, our Lord. AmenFriday, Nov. 5Office Open 8:30—11:30MASS 9:00Saturday, Nov. 6Prayer to St. Michael the ArchangelSt. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be ourdefense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, OPrince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrustinto hell Satan, an all the evil spirits, who prowl about theworld seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS: NOVEMBER 1The Feasts of All Saints and All Souls both evolved in the life of the Church independently of paganism and Halloween.However, elements of pagan practices were perhaps ‘baptized’ by some cultures or attached themselves to thecelebration of All Saints and All Souls. The exact origins of the Feast of All Saints are uncertain, although, after thelegalization of Christianity in 313, a common commemoration of Saints, especially the martyrs, appeared in variousareas throughout the Church. The primary reason for establishing a common feast day was because of the desire tohonor the great number of martyrs, especially during the persecution of Emperor Diocletian (284-305), the worst andmost extensive of the persecutions. Quite simply, there were not enough days of the year for a feast day for eachmartyr and many of them died in groups. A common feast day for all saints, therefore seemed most appropriate. Fr. William SaundersWELCOME NEW PARISHIONERSIf you would like to become member of our parish, please remove this portion of the page and fill out the followinginformation. You may place it in the collection basket, mail it, or bring it to the parish officeDate: E mail:Name: BirthdayAddress:Home Phone: Cell:
Your Destination for BREAKFAST, BURGERS& BREWS!Come experience our relaxingatmosphere, great food, great friends!6007 US Route 60 E. Suite 314,Barboursville, WVwww.oscarsbbb.comfacebook.com/oscarsbbbSt. Stephen has available both Sunday andweekday Masses for your intentions. Envelopescan be found in the lobby on the welcome table.You may also mail in your intention and checkto the church. Please fill out the informationand drop envelope in the collection basket orturn it into the office.From the Diocese of Wheeling-CharlestonTo report an incidence of suspected child sexual abuse,please contact your local law enforcement agency, or youmay confidentially contact WV Child Protective Servicesat 800-352-6513. To report suspected cases of sexualabuse by personnel of the Diocese of WheelingCharleston to the Diocese, please contact the Diocese at888-434-6237 or 304-233-0880
Oct 31, 2021 · Young ladies - ible, Daily devotional book, Make up sets, hair accessories, bath & body sets, nail polish sets, Hair dryers, cozy slipper socks, arts & craft sets, etc. Young men - ible, Daily devotional book, ody wash & deodorant sets, shaving sets, sport ball
