Weekly Bulletin

Weekly Bulletin

 
Announcements
Envelopes
The 2011 envelopes are here. Be sure that John knows which number you have. It is customary that envelopes for holy days and special costs are to be used in addition to your tithe. Thank you for you generosity that helps St. Athanasius parish be a vibrant community in central and southern Indiana.
All Souls Saturdays
There are five All Souls Saturdays during the year. On those Saturdays the morning Divine Liturgy is followed by a Panachida, in which the faithful departed of the parish families are remembered. The first is February 26. Please send any updates to the rectory office or place the form in the collection basket. You don’t have to submit a new form if nothing has changed since last year. Since we are remembering the deceased individuals of your family by name Fr. requests that everyone make a special effort to attend these liturgies so that you can pray with the entire parish for your departed loved ones.

Work Day at St. A.
The St Athanasius Maintenance Department (SAMD) has the following WISH List of things for the round of projects that are on the “hit list” for Saturdays February 19 & 26.  If you wish to make a donation to the church for any of these items please note which items your donation should go towards:

• Cut one set of keys for the parish key box (7 keys / $10.00)
• Colored tags for key identification (7 tags at $3.00)
• New Door knobs and mortise hardware for bell tower door ($10.00)
• Plexiglas for replacement of bell tower windows ($75.00)
• Hardware for Bell Tower Windows ($25.00)
• New Light fixtures for the Hall (3 at 40.00 each $120.00)

Weekly Bulletin – February 13, 2011Read More

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Fund raising
Before the Lenten rush get your spiritual books and icons right here from the St. Athanasius Gift Shop. There’s a selection of scrip merchandise cards available now. If you have any questions about the program or would like to order cards for a specific vendor please contact John at the rectory number. And yes, we have some pumpkin logs, rolls, kolachy and biscotti for sale. Buy them for home or the office.
House Blessings
Fr. Sid will be blessing homes soon. If you haven’t handed in your form please call so we can schedule your home blessing.
Upcoming Events:
January 24 – Local observance of Roe vs. Wade court decision begins with Mass at noon in SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral. Following Mass there is a march south along N Meridian St to the Veterans Memorial Plaza where the rosary will be recited to pray for the conversion of hearts. There will be talks and testimonials.
January 29 – Parish Work Day. See the list of goals on the bulletin board or on the link. Come one and all.
In February – The Life in the Spirit seminar and St. Benedict Oblate organizational meeting will be coming soon. More info will be forthcoming.
March 18 thru March 20 – 2^nd Annual Men’s Retreat: “Keep Watch with Me” at Loyola Retreat House near Akron, Ohio. Pamphlets are in St. Mary’s Hall or here.

Weekly Bulletin – January 23, 2011Read More

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Mysteries of Initiation
Today Larry Foust is receiving the 3 Mysteries of Initiation: Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Eucharist.  We welcome Larry into the Eastern Catholic Church and into our parish. The bestowal of these gifts from God is performed during the Divine Liturgy.  Come celebrate with Larry at our church social in St. Mary’s Hall today after liturgy. See you there.
Fund raising
There are many books, icons, scrip merchandise cards and baked goods for sale. In addition to your weekly tithe to the parish please consider helping your church by purchasing these other items. The income helps defray some of our expenses. Thank you for your support in the past. God bless you.
House Blessings
It is our tradition to bless all parishioners’ homes in the few weeks following the celebration of Theophany. Fr. Sid will be blessing homes with the new Jordan water that was blessed January 6^th. Have you handed in your form yet?
Upcoming Events: Knights of Columbus Brunch – next Sunday following Liturgy. Invite your family & friends to join us. The Life in the Spirit seminar and St. Benedict Oblate organizational meeting will be coming soon. More info will be forthcoming.

Weekly Bulletin – January 16, 2011Read More

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Our Focus on Marriage Needs You
Join Bishop John and the faithful of our eparchy at the Cathedral in Parma for Vespers this Thursday, January 13 followed by a presentation by Deacon John Evancho: “Loving as Christ Loved the Church.”
If you can’t make it to the Cathedral, you don’t need to miss this opportunity. Join us on-line for a live streaming video of the experience beginning at 6:30 pm this Thursday. Simply log onto www.parma.org and the follow the instructions.
 
Mysteries of Initiation
Next Sunday, January 16, Larry Foust will be receiving the 3 Mysteries of Initiation: Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Eucharist.  It is another blessing for our parish to welcome Larry into the Eastern Catholic Church here at St. Athanasius. Come celebrate with Larry as he is empowered by the Holy Spirit.
 
Stewardship 2010 – 2011
The parish collected 39% of its goal last month. There’s less than 2/3 of the way to go. Please return your completed pledge card. The annual Eparchial Stewardship Appeal helps support Bishop John’s important programs.
 
House Blessings
It is our tradition to bless all parishioners’ homes in the few weeks following the celebration of Theophany. Please let the rectory know when you’re available to have Fr. Sid bless your home with the new Jordan water that was blessed January 6^th.
 
Upcoming Events: Life in the Spirit seminar and St. Benedict Oblates. More info will be forthcoming.

Weekly Bulletin – January 9, 2011Read More

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The New Year – 2011
“Let your demeanor, your dress, your walking, your sitting down, the nature of your food, the quality of your being, your house and what it contains, aim at simplicity…Be  a help to your friends, kind to the ones with whom you live, gentile to your servant, patient with those who are troublesome, loving towards the lowly, comforting those in trouble, visiting those in affliction, never despising anyone, gracious in friendship, cheerful in answering others, courteous, approachable to everyone, never speaking your own praise nor getting others to speak of them, never taking part in unbecoming conversations, and concealing where you may whatever gifts you possess.”  -St. Basil the Great!
Mysteries of Christian Initiation
Welcome Katherine LaFaver-Cabe into the Eastern Catholic Church. She is receiving the 3 Mysteries of Initiation: Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Eucharist.  Come help the proud grandmother Julie LaFaver and great grandmother Teresa Staronka and the remainder of the parish celebrate in the hall after liturgy today.
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Starting this week, on January 3^rd, Dave Wilson will start his new radio show on KORN Country 100.3 FM. It airs Monday through Friday from 5:30-9 AM. His current show on Saturdays from 10-11 AM will be continuing too. Dial up your radio to 100.3 FM tomorrow at 5:30 AM. Support our brother Dave “The King” Wilson.
House Blessings
It is our tradition to bless all parishioners’ homes in the few weeks following the celebration of Theophany. Please let the rectory know when you’re available to have Fr. Sid bless your home with the new Jordan water that is blessed this Thursday evening, January 6^th.  Use the House Blessing form inside today’s bulletin.

Weekly Bulletin – January 2, 2011Read More

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Announcements
Christ is Born
May Jesus, our Savior, bestow upon you and your family the joy, peace and love of this holy Christmas season. God is with us!
 
Mysteries of Initiation
Next Sunday, Januaary 2, 2011, we welcome Katherine LaFaver into the Eastern Catholic Church. The granddaughter of Julie LaFaver and great granddaughter of Teresa Staronka will receive the 3 Mysteries of Initiation: Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Eucharist.  Come help us celebrate.
 
Congratulations
Dave Wilson is embarking on a new radio show on KORN Country 100.3 FM. His current show on Saturdays from 10-11 AM is being expanded. Dave will be on the air Monday through Friday from 6-9 AM starting January 3^rd. Dave has been putting his prosperity lessons from Fr. Sid into practice and now it’s paying off. Thank you God for Dave’s talents and this great opportunity.
 
House Blessings
It is our tradition to bless all parishioners’ homes in the few weeks following the celebration of Theophany. Please let the rectory know when you’re available to have Fr. Sid bless your home with the new Jordan water that is blessed on January 6^th.

Weekly Bulletin – December 26, 2010Read More

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Announcements
Saint Alphonsus Volunteers
Nine members of the altar servers from St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church in Zionsville and their adult chaperone volunteered to move 32 tons of structural lumber to our parish. The lumber was donated to our church by Keystone Construction. The lumber came from the Carmel Lofts construction site. Parishioners Mike Piland, Bill Ferguson, Kevin Zahn, Joe, Nicholas & Thomas Kupec worked with our volunteers to load, sort and store the lumber. Thanks to Max Beaver who coordinated the truck. This wood will go a long way to support capital improvements at St. Athanasius in 2011. Special thanks to Marcus Loidolt, Mary Kupec and John Danovich for catering lunch for the volunteers. Mike Haluska and the volunteers took time to measure the kitchen as part of the kitchen expansion plans. God grant your servants many years!
 
Christmas Schedule
The Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Birth of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be celebrated on Friday, December 24^th at 9:30 PM and Christmas morning, Saturday December 25^th, at 10 AM. The following day, on Sunday, December 26^th, is the Synaxis of the Theotokos. Liturgy is scheduled for 10 AM. Monday, December 27^th is the simple Holy Day for St Stephen – Protomartyr. Liturgy is scheduled for 5 PM. Remember that we’re in the St. Phillips Fast through December 24^th.
 
Christmas Gifts – Here
New scrip cards are here and many popular stores. More Christmas cards will be in this week. We also have books, icons, and bake goods at your parish.
 
Stewardship 2010 – 2011
Please return your completed pledge card soon. The annual Eparchial Stewardship Appeal helps support Bishop John’s important programs. Be part of this team effort!

Weekly Bulletin – December 19, 2010Read More

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St. Alphonsus Liguori Visit
We welcome the Confirmation class & other guests of St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church in Zionsville attending our parish for Divine Liturgy today. We are having a luncheon so they have time to socialize with our parishioners and ask questions. See you in St. Mary’s Hall following today’s liturgy.
Christmas Schedule
The Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Birth of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be celebrated on Friday, December 24^th at 9:30 PM and Christmas morning, Saturday December 25^th, at 10 AM. The following day, on Sunday, December 26^th, is the Synaxis of the Theotokos. Liturgy is scheduled for 10 AM. Monday, December 27^th is the simple Holy Day for St Stephen – Protomartyr. Liturgy is scheduled for 5 PM. Remember that we’re in the St. Phillips Fast through December 24^th.
Christmas Gifts – Here
They’re going fast: books, icons, Christmas cards, scrip, and bake goods at your parish. Do your Christmas shopping at St. Athanasius and invite others to do so too. More scrip cards will be in by the middle of the week. We have nut, poppy seed and many other flavors of potica in stock. Also we have kolachy and pumpkin rolls too. The bakers have been busy making them for who? – YOU!
Stewardship 2010 – 2011
Please return your completed pledge card soon. The annual Eparchial Stewardship Appeal helps support Bishop John’s important programs. Be part of this team effort!

Weekly Bulletin – December 12, 2010Read More