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Served by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood since 1864
CLUSTER SCHEDULE Saturday Masses
Immaculate Conception (IC) ............................... 5:00 PM
Our Lady of Guadalupe (OLG)............................ 7:00 PM
Sunday Masses
Immaculate Conception ................. 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Our Lady of Guadalupe ...................................... 9:00 AM
St. Teresa .......................................................... 10:00 AM
Weekdays Masses/Communion Services
Monday Immaculate Conception ....................... 7:30 AM
OLG Communion Service ................................ 8:00 AM
Tuesday IC ......................................................... 7:30 AM
OLG .................................................................. 8:00 AM
Wednesday IC Communion Service .................. 7:30 AM
OLG ................................................................... 7:00 PM
St. Teresa ........................................................... 7:00 PM
Thursday IC ....................................................... 7:30 AM
Friday OLG ........................................................ 8:00 AM
IC .............................. 9:00 AM (7:30 AM if no 9:00 AM
School Mass scheduled)
RECONCILIATION IC Saturday ......................................................... 11:00 AM
OLG Saturday ................................................6:15-6:45 PM
St. Teresa Wednesday ............................................ 6:30 PM
Anytime by calling the parish office for an appointment.
BAPTISMS Presenting a child for Baptism is a serious obligation and requires a
faith commitment on the part of the parents and godparents. This
commitment is exemplified by being a practicing, active Catholic.
Parents are obligated to attend a preparation session before a child’s
baptism if they have not attended one in the past five years.
Sessions are held at 12:15 p.m. on second Sundays of January,
March, May, July, September and November, in the Parish Activity
Center. Please call the Parish Office to register. Baptism is at 12:15
p.m. on the third Sunday of each month except in March it will be
on the second Sunday.
WEDDINGS Please phone the parish office to set-up an appointment with a
priest, in order to begin the sacramental preparation. Only after this
initial meeting and assessment can a date be set for the wedding.
The process requires at least 6 months.
NEW PARISHIONERS ARE WELCOME Please come to the parish office to register. If you have a change of
address, phone number or email, please inform the parish office.
PASTORAL STAFF Fr. Ken Schnipke, C.PP.S., Pastor
Fr. Tim McFarland, C.PP.S., Parochial Vicar
Deacon Charlie Salway - [email protected]
Polly Muhlenkamp, School Principal
Lindsey Lunz, Business Manager - [email protected]
Ann Hull, Secretary - [email protected]
Cindy Van Santvoord, Director of Music
Joyce Johnson, Coordinator of Religious Education
Tiffany Pierstorff, Program Administrator
Gary Locke, Youth Minister - 419-953-3178
PASTORAL COUNCIL Mike Braun, President
SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD Rob Olberding, Chairperson
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COMMISSION Kylie Johnson, Chairperson
FINANCE COMMISSION Harry Coy, Chairperson
COUNSELING SERVICES Offered by Bob Skipper at Spiritual Center of Maria Stein
1-937-299-9005
Immaculate Conception Church
229 West Anthony Street, Celina, Ohio, 45822
Parish Office Phone: 419-586-6648 Fax: 419-586-6649 Website www.celina-ic.org
Religious Education Office 419-586-2370 School 419-586-2379 or 419-586-4987
Website www.icschool-celina.org
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SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Dear Parishioner,
We say farewell to Fr. Mark Miller. C.PP.S.
this week who has been serving the Celina Cluster
while Fr. Ken has been recuperating from shoulder
surgery. We are grateful for the many ways Fr. Mark
has shared his gifts and talents and blest us with his
ministry. We wish him well and safe travels home.
World Marriage Day and Valentine’s Day
…provide an opportunity to celebrate the gift and
blessing of marriage and to affirm and support
engaged and married couples. May these upcoming
observances be occasions to affirm ever more deeply
the gift of marriage and family life, and may the
Lord continue to bless all that we do to witness to
the beauty and gift of marriage and the family.
RCIA – Rite of Election & Call to Continuing
Conversion will be next Sunday, February 21st at the
11:00 AM Mass. As a parish community we offer our
prayers, support and encouragement for our RCIA
catechumens and candidates as they continue their
final preparation in the season of Lent for Easter
Sacraments.
Fr. Ken & Fr. Tim
Legacies and bequests help continue the faith.
Please remember Immaculate Conception Parish in
your will and expressions of sympathy.
Monday, February 15
7:30 a.m. Andrew Hoying,
Post & Wenning Families
Tuesday, February 16
7:30 a.m. Robert Demange
Wednesday, February 17
Ash Wednesday
7:30 a.m. Liv. & Dec. Schwegman, Bertke &
Hoelscher Family
9:00 a.m. Keith Kline
12:15 p.m. Liturgy of the Word
5:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Word
6:30 p.m. Agatha Leugers
Thursday, February 18
7:30 a.m. Mort Heckler
Friday, February 19
7:30 a.m. Paul Heim
Saturday, February 20
5:00 p.m. Pauline Axe
Sunday, February 21
8:00 a.m. Alfred Sudhoff
11:00 a.m. Doris Grieshop
2021 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA)
Archbishop Schnurr sends his thanks to
everyone from Immaculate Conception who has
pledged to the 2021 Catholic Ministries Appeal. If
you have not yet made your pledge, please consider
doing so this week. These important local ministries
depend on our help each year. You will find extra
pledge envelopes in the entrances of church for your
convenience this weekend. To make a donation
online, please visit www.AOCstewardship.org.
Thank you!
The St. Vincent de Paul collection on
February 6 & 7 totaled $631.58. Thank you for your
ongoing generous donations!
Remember in your prayers those who have
died, especially Marilyn Koch.
† Vocation Cross † February 21-27 -- Ryan Seas
February 28-March 6 -- Janeen Braun
Readings for the week of February 14, 2021
Sunday: Lv 13:1-2, 44-46/Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11 [7]/
1 Cor 10:31—11:1/Mk 1:40-45
Monday: Gn 4:1-15, 25/Ps 50:1 and 8, 16bc-17, 20-21
[14a]/Mk 8:11-13
Tuesday: Gn 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10/Ps 29:1a and 2, 3ac-4,
3b and 9c-10 [11b]/Mk 8:14-21
Wednesday: Jl 2:12-18/Ps 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 12-13, 14 and
17 [cf. 3a]/2 Cor 5:20—6:2/
Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday: Dt 30:15-20/Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6 [Ps 40:5a]/
Lk 9:22-25
Friday: Is 58:1-9a/Ps 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 18-19 [19b]/
Mt 9:14-15
Saturday: Is 58:9b-14/Ps 86:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 [11ab]/
Lk 5:27-32
Next Sunday: Gn 9:8-15/Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [cf. 10]/
1 Pt 3:18-22/Mk 1:12-15
©LPi
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LENT 2021
Lent begins, Wednesday, February17th with Ash Wednesday, a day of fast and abstinence for
Catholics. Ashes remind us to turn away from sin and be faithful to the gospel. Ash Wednesday
masses will be at IC at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM & 6:30 PM; OLG 8:00 AM & 5:30 PM; St. Teresa 7:00
PM. In addition, brief liturgy of the word services outside of mass with distribution of ashes will be
held at IC at 12:15 PM and 5:00 PM and at St. Teresa at 12:00 Noon.
Ashes will be distributed during Masses and liturgy of the word
services, just after the homily using a revised protocol from the
Vatican. The celebrant will bless the ashes, sprinkling them with
Holy Water. He will then address the congregation as a whole in one
of the two approved forms: Repent and Believe in the Gospel OR
Remember that you are dust and unto dust you will return. This
invocation will NOT be repeated for each individual receiving ashes.
As with Holy Communion, those receiving the ashes will remain in their pews, they will not be
signed on the forehead with a cross. Rather, they are asked to kneel, if possible, or stand, and lean
forward bowing their heads, and ashes will be lightly sprinkled on the tops of their heads. There
will be no physical contact between the minister and the recipient.
While imposition of ashes with the sign of the cross on the forehead has been customary in the
United States on Ash Wednesday, in many other parts of the world, the tradition of sprinkling dry
ashes on top of the head, rooted in scriptural tradition, is a common practice. Sackcloth and ashes
were used in Old Testament times as a symbol of humility, mourning, and/or repentance. Someone
wanting to show his repentant heart would often wear sackcloth, sit in ashes, and put ashes on top
of his head. The ashes signified desolation and ruin and were a public sign of repentance and
humility before God. When Jonah declared to the people of Nineveh that God was going to destroy
them for their wickedness, everyone from the king on down responded with repentance, fasting,
and sackcloth and ashes (Jonah 3:5–7). God saw genuine change and it caused God to “relent” and
not to destroy them (Jonah 3:10). Very simply, sackcloth and ashes were used as an outward sign
of one’s inward condition. God’s forgiveness in response to genuine repentance is celebrated by
David’s words: “You removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy” (Psalm 30:11). We thank you
for your understanding and cooperation.
Prayer, fasting and almsgiving are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. Prayer invites us into
God’s presence, whether personal or communal, through Scripture, devotional prayer, adoration,
meditation, journaling, Stations of the Cross, other sacramentals and especially through the
Eucharist, our great prayer of Thanksgiving. Our Lenten fasting is rooted in experiencing hunger
for food, but it goes beyond this. We are hungry so that we might discover what we truly need.
Fasting helps us look at all that we consume (and all that consumes us). It helps us discern what is
good and right in God’s eyes. Fasting clears the deck, simplifies our lives, and frees us to work
toward a world that is more just and loving. Almsgiving is the way in which we work for greater
justice. It is all the deeds we can do and the gifts we can offer to help recreate the world anew.
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, April 2, 2021, are days of fast and abstinence. Fridays of Lent
are also days of abstinence. Fasting is to be observed by all those 18 years of age and older, who
have not yet celebrated their 60th birthday. On a fast day one full meal is allowed. Two other meals
sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken to each one’s needs, but together they should not
equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids, including milk and
juices, are allowed.
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Abstinence is observed by all those 14 years of age and older. On days of abstinence no meat is
allowed. Note that when health or ability to work would be seriously affected, the law does not
oblige.
With regard to the obligatory days listed above, however, there are frequent questions about the
degree of seriousness of the matter. The teaching of Pope John Paul II may be simply paraphrased:
the obligation to do penance is a serious one; the obligation to observe, as a whole or
“substantially,” the penitential days specified by the Church is also serious. No one should be
scrupulous in this regard; failure to observe an individual day of penance is not considered serious.
People should seek to do more rather than less. Fast and abstinence on the days prescribed should
be considered a minimum response to the Lord’s call to penance and conversion.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation Consider making a commitment this Lent to celebrate the
Sacrament of Reconciliation and receive the healing grace of God’s forgiveness and love.
IC School & Parish Penance Service Wednesday, March 24th 2:00 PM
IC individual confessions Tuesday, March 2nd 7:00 PM; Thursdays, March 11th and 25th at 7:00
PM; Saturdays at 11:00 AM (No Saturday Confessions April 3rd)
OLG individual confessions March 3rd, 17th, 24th 6:00 PM & 7:45 PM; March 19th & 26th after
8:00 AM Mass; & Saturdays at 6:15 PM (No Saturday Confessions April 3rd)
St. Teresa individual confessions Saturday, March 28th at 4:00 PM & Wednesday evenings 6:30
PM
Adult Formation Online – Spring 2021 – Celina Cluster
Fr. Tim McFarland, C.PP.S., Ph.D.
The following list of videos are about 20-30 minutes and can be
viewed online at your convenience https://celina-ic.org/fr-tim-talks/
Additional talks will be available during Lent
Eucharist as Sacrifice: Giving Thanks – Giving Life
Is it a Sin?
The Problem and Meaning of Suffering
The Church: A Primer in Ecclesiology
The World Church
Reconciliation
Vision of the Church From Recent Popes
The Gospels of Christmas: What do these mean for us?
The Protestant Reformation
The Catholic Reformation: The Council of Trent
RITE OF ELECTION & CALL TO CONTINUING CONVERSION In the Rite of Election, we celebrate the Lord's choosing of men, women and children who,
with the help of the Church, acknowledge God’s election of them for the Easter Sacraments.
The Rite of Election marks the beginning of the final period of intensive preparation prior to
receiving the sacraments of initiation. The Call to Continuing Conversion marks the final period of
preparation for those preparing to be received into full communion or for those Catholics
completing their initiation through Confirmation and First Eucharist.
Catechumens seeking baptism, confirmation and eucharist, and candidates for reception
into full communion, as well as those Catholics completing their initiation will be welcomed at the
Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion, Sunday, February 21st at Immaculate
Conception, Celina. Normally, Archdiocesan wide celebrations are held in Dayton and Cincinnati,
but are hosted in local parishes in 2021 due to COVID-19.
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A thousand years of service…
We’ve asked IC parishioners to share their years of service and insights gained along the way. IC number of years of service to date: 2,090. “In our early years of marriage and with four
children, we were not faithfully donating as we feel
God would like. After times changed and we were
able to do it, I came to realize ‘God will not be
outdone.’ We have been tremendously blessed over
the last 62 years.” – Dave and Jane Cron, 120+ years
of combined service
Immaculate Conception School is now
accepting registrations for the 2021-22 school year in
grades preschool through 6. Two levels of preschool
are available for 3-4 year olds and 4-5 year olds. We
will hold kindergarten screening on March 17. All
faiths are welcome and financial aid is available for
K-6 for qualifying families. For more information, go
to our website www.icschool-celina.org or call the
school office at 419-586-2379. Tours are available by
appointment with the principal.
Parish Secretary
Immaculate Conception Church is seeking a
Parish Secretary to provide receptionist, scheduling,
secretarial, clerical, and recordkeeping services for
the parish office operations. This is a 35 hours per
week, full-time, benefits eligible, hourly position.
Applicants must possess basic knowledge of word
processing in a variety of computer programs, be
proficient in keyboarding and data entry, effectively
communicate verbally and in writing, capable of
multi-tasking, able to relate in a welcoming and
respectful way to a variety of persons, and be able to
maintain confidentiality in all matters. Previous
work experience in office administration, computer
hardware and software is desirable. Qualified
candidates can send a letter of interest and resume
by email to [email protected], or by mail to
Immaculate Conception Parish, 229 W Anthony St,
Celina, OH 45822.
Cancellation
Because of the continuing concern about
Covid 19, there will be no Mardi Gras celebration
this year. Many of us look forward to this evening as
a chance to enjoy an evening with parish family and
friends, but after careful thought, this decision was
made. We hope all of you are staying well. Let’s
approach Lent with eager hearts.
Seeking Nominations
Pastoral Council nominations are being
accepted through March 1, 2021. A nomination may
be made by any member of Immaculate Conception
parish who is 18 years of age or older. Please speak
to the person you wish to nominate, seeking their
approval and submit all nominations in writing,
signed by the nominating parishioner. You may also
nominate yourself. Names may be submitted in the
collection basket or at the Parish Office.
Serving on the council provides a wonderful
opportunity to learn more about how the parish
functions and to help provide valuable leadership
and direction by working with the pastor and parish
staff. The commitment involves six monthly
meetings for a term of three years
Celina Knights of Columbus fish fry will be
DRIVE THRU only from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on
Friday’s of Lent. Dinners will include fish, baked
potato and apple sauce and will cost $7.00. Please
enter from Livingston Street and follow traffic
guides.
Knights of Columbus Scholarship
Celina K of C Council 1800 is offering
scholarship aid to the son or daughter of a member of
the Celina council. Applicants must be graduating
seniors planning to attend an accredited two- or four-
year college. Applications are available by contacting
Charlie Mescher at 419-586-5618 or e-mail at
[email protected]. Application deadline is April
18, 2021.
Marriage Encounter
Did you resolve to improve your relationship in
2021? Looking to better understand your spouse, be
more romantic with your spouse?? Looking for a
special Valentine's gift?
A WorldWide Marriage Encounter Experience
will help your relationship and communication in
2021. The next Marriage Encounter Experience is not
in a hotel or a retreat center. It is a virtual experience
via Zoom, where you experience Marriage Encounter
from the comfort of your home. The next experiences
will be held February 19-21 and March 19-21. Apply
today at https://esharing.org/applyWeekend.php. For
more details contact: Andy and Jeanne Folfas at 937-
886-5196 [email protected] or go to
esharing.org.
Bulletin articles are due in writing by 9:00 a.m.
on Tuesday. You may email article to: [email protected].
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Saturday, February 20, 5:00 p.m.
Sacristans: Paulette Sommer
Commentator: Vern Bergman
Lector: Paulette Sommer
E. M.: Richard Carlin, Kathy Schmiesing,
Dr. Ken Schmiesing
Ushers: Team L, Tim Wenning, Captain
Sunday, February 21, 8:00 a.m.
Sacristans: Tom and Anita Muhlenkamp
Servers: Grant Heckler and Christian Fent
Commentator: Trish Baucher
Lector: Tom Muhlenkamp
E. M.: Anita Muhlenkamp, Kati Heckler,
Joan Wurster
Ushers: Team A, Ron Hoying, Captain
Sunday, February 21, 11:00 a.m.
Sacristans: Pat and Ann Hull
Commentator: Dennis Hirt
Lector: Allison Darras
E. M.: Abby Gehle, Becky Lipp, James Poeppelman
Ushers: Team B, Mike Everman, Captain
This bulletin is furnished to the parish
without charge. The advertisements that appear,
completely defray the costs. Please patronize our
sponsors. We thank them for their support of our
parish! Our Featured Sponsors this week:
BENDER ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING
21st CENTURY KITCHENS OF CELINA
Lovely Lawn Care Company
Saturday, February 20
11:00 a.m. Reconciliation
Sunday, February 21
9:15 a.m. Confirmation Class
11:00 a.m. Sunday School
12:15 p.m. Baptism
Ft. Loramie Men’s Conference
The 2021 Ft. Loramie Men’s conference is set
for Saturday March 6th, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at
Romer’s in St. Henry. This is a great day for all men,
from high school age to 100. Please come enjoy the
day and expand the growth of your faith. The theme
this year is “Building on Faith”.
Tickets are available for $25 each. This
includes 2 meals, books & materials. Returning
keynote speaker: Fr. Nathan Cromley.
Please pre buy tickets as with the COVID-19
restrictions we will only be allowed 350 seated.
Tickets can be purchased on-line at: https://
www.facebook.com/FLMensConference/
Stewardship Offering January 31
Envelopes/online (133) $ 12,807.00
Loose 667.25
Total Received $ 13,474.25
Weekly Offering: $ 13,474.25
Week Budgeted: 14,400.00
Over/Short: ($ 925.75)
YTD Total Collection: $463,939.92
YTD Total Budgeted: 446,400.00
Over/Short to date: $ 17,539.92
To give electronically for fiscal year July 1, 2020 to
June 30, 2021 visit www.celina-ic.org and click
Donate.