November 27, 2016|First Sunday of Advent Welcome to the Parish of

St. Anthony Catholic Church Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Divine Mercy

15 Indianola Rd., Des Moines, IA 50315 ~ 515-244-4709 ~ www.stanthonydsm.org

St. Anthony of Padua Brief Prayer: Behold the Cross of the Lord! Begone you enemy powers. The Li-on of the Tribe of Juda, the Root of David has con-quered, Alleluia!

MASS TIMES

Mass Schedule

Weekend: Sat. 8:30am & 4:30pm—Vigil; Sun. 7:00, 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30am (Solemn Mass with Incense), 8:30am Latin Ext. Form—Crypt/Lower Church, 1:15pm Spanish Weekday: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 7am & 8:30am; Wed. 8:30am & 5:30pm. (Fri. 8:30AM is an all school Mass during the academic year) Eucharistic Adoration: In the Adoration Chapel beginning at 9:15am Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at 8pm

Sacraments

Reconciliation: (Confession): Sat. 9-9:30am, 3:30-4pm or by appointment. Baptism: Baptism is conferred by appointment on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. At least one parent must be registered and a practicing member of the parish. Parents are requested to call the office (244-4709) to register for the pre-baptism class and date for baptism. Marriage: At least one of the parties must be registered and a practicing member of the parish. Please contact the office at least 8 months prior to the proposed date of the wedding. Funeral: Please contact a funeral home and they will notify the parish office. Newcomers/Addresses: Registration online or in business of-fice. Please notify the office with address changes. Parish Library; Please visit the parish library next to the church located in the elevator foyer. The library is open everyday and books are available for check out.

Msgr. Frank Chiodo, Pastor/Fr. Dan Gehler, Parochial Vicar Fr. Jose Reynaldo, Chaplain of Hispanic Community

Deacons: Rev. Mr. Tony Romeo, Rev. Mr. Thomas Starbuck, Rev. Mr. Quan Tong, Rev. Mr. Tom Hunkele

Office and mailing address: 15 Indianola Rd., Des Moines, Iowa 50315 Phone: 515-244-4709|Fax 515-280-6959|Website:www.stanthonydsm.org

Office Hours:8am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday, 8am-12pm on Friday and closed on Holidays

The pilgrim Virgin Statue of Fatima during her visit her at

St. Anthony on Friday Nov. 4th. Our Lady of Fatima, pray

for us.

2. November 27, 2016

Monday, November 28th 7:00am Theresa Fatino Clausi 8:30am St. Teresa of Calcutta Tuesday, November 29th 7:00am Carmela Genovese 8:30am Thanksgiving to Our

Blessed Mother & Lord Jesus

9:15am Adoration-chapel 8:00pm Benediction of the

Blessed Sacrament Wednesday, November 30th 8:30am Annuzza Baratta 9:15am Adoration-chapel 5:30pm Ascension Vito 8:00pm Benediction of the

Blessed Sacrament Thursday, December 1st 7:00am Jayne Lipovac 8:30am Rocco & Josephine

Pigneri 9:15am Adoration-chapel 6:00pm Eucharistic Holy Hour-CH 7:00pm Spanish Mass 8:00pm Benediction of the

Blessed Sacrament Friday, December 2nd 7:00am Evelyn Leo Peters 8:30am Catherine Alessio 7:00pm Immaculate & Sorrowful

Heart of Mary Saturday, December 3rd 8:30am Jeannie Renda Vigil- 4:30pm Phyllis, Johnny & Tommy

McNerney Sunday, December 4th 7:00am Roscoe Vacco 8:30am All liv. & dec. mem. of A&R 8:30am (Crypt Latin Ext. Form) St. Anthony Parishioners 10:00am Ashley Carpenter 11:30am (Solemn Mass)+Jim Lucia 1:15pm Spanish Community +Solemn Mass: incense, vested choir & assistance of a deacon(s).

Liturgical Schedule

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

BULLETIN DEADLINE Submit bulletin information no later

than noon, Friday (10 days before

the date of the Sunday bulletin)

Email: showard@stanthonydsm.org

Information will be subject to edit

and available space. Thanks

Liturgical Roles Sat. Dec. 3rd & Sun. Dec. 4th

Ministry 4:30 pm 7:00 am 8:30 am 10:00 am 11:30 am

Altar

Servers

Ryan Webb

Jacob Nevitt

Tony Fatino

Michael Lord

Campbell

Lucas

Marian

Mendez

Tripp Hutton-

Latin

Jack Bastian

Vinnie

Bertagnolli

Louie

Bertagnolli

Blake

Hentges

Hank

Himrich

Sierra Sloan

Olivia Oriho

Sophia

Connolly

Mary Oriho

Zeb

Fitzgerald

Bella

Kennedy

EMOHC Emma

Madonia

Karen Leonetti

Bill Stowe

Lynn DeFino

Margaret

Beener

Altar &

Rosary

Altar &

Rosary

Altar &

Rosary

Michele

Bastian

Suzanne

Hejkal

Ryan Russell

Ben LaFleur

Lector Jody Hunter Ralph Leto Altar &

Rosary

Chris

Guevera

Bly Gage

Hello families,

Are you tired of the turkey leftovers yet? Usually I can handle about two days of turkey soup, sandwiches or casseroles and then I have to call it quits. But I love this sea-son and the hope it brings. In John 12:24, Jesus taught, “Amen, amen, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit.” We know that Jesus is referring to himself, as his crucifixion and resurrection would bring new life to all who believes in Him. I always think of this parable as the leaves fall and the grass begins to turn yellow. We know that this is the season for the living earth to die so that it can bloom again in the spring.

Do you know that the Church calendar begins today with the season of Advent?

We all know that Advent is the time when we have the purple and pink candles at the front of the church, and that we are on the countdown for Christmas. But this year, I think we should all challenge ourselves to go further in our devotion during this season. There are so many websites with free resources, be sure and check them out! www.usccb.org, http://www.ignatianspirituality.com/advent, http://onlineministries.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/Advent/, http://catholicmom.com/faith/

advent/, and more. Just google it and see what you can find. This year we are in cycle A.

Maybe your family can do a simple Bible reading before bed, or gather to pray for those less fortunate. Maybe this Advent, you can start new family traditions and commit to learning with each other about the Saints or a part of Scripture. Be sure to set out an Ad-vent wreath and light your candles, even if just for a few minutes during dinner or in the evening. Probably the best thing we can do is to find the child within us who can still sense

the excitement, wonder and hope, as we await the birth of our Savior.

In the wonder and hope of Christ, Melissa Hill Garcia

3. November 27, 2016

ST. ANTHONY’S NEWS & EVENTS

AROUND THE DIOCESE

St. Anthony Altar & Rosary Society meeting will be Thursday, December 1st at 6:00 pm in the lower church. Paul Comi-

to from the Knights will be our guest speaker. It's not too late for anyone still wishing to join just come to the meeting.

Anyone in need of a ride call Marylee 244-7475.

Next weekend December 3rd & 4th after all of the Masses will be our annual Craft, Candy & Bake Sale. This is our only

fundraiser so come to the parish hall and treat your family to homemade goodies, featuring fudge, wanda's, biscotti,

love knots, pies & cakes. Crafts made by our talented members will make perfect Christmas gifts. Several gift baskets

will be raffled off. Bring your donations to the parish hall Saturday morning after 9:00 am.

Join us for the 8:30 am Mass Sunday, December 4th. We will pray the rosary together beginning at 8:05. The Mass

intention will be for all living & deceased members of the Society.

FIRST FRIDAY FATIMA MASS

WHAT: First Friday Fatima Mass WHEN: Friday December 2nd TIME: 7:00PM WHERE: St. Anthony Church Followed by procession of the stat-ue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Join us for a visit with the Blessed Mother and Her Divine Son..

Advent at The Well

Ladies, you are invited to Advent at The Well on Tuesday, December 6. It's an evening of reflection to rest our souls,

connect with friends, and center our minds on Jesus as we journey through Advent. Emily Schmid will lead us in praise

and worship music, and Katie Patrizio will offer the keynote talk. The event is located at the Windsor Heights Commu-

nity Center. Doors open at 6:45PM and programming runs until 9:00PM. The event is free but you must RSVP as

space is limited. Visit www.thewelldesmoines.com for more information and to register.

TAIZE PRAYER

Sundays December 4th, 11th, 18th at 6:00pm

Holy Trinity Catholic Church

2926 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

Taizé prayer is an ecumenical form of meditative prayer meant to foster reconciliation and peace among all peo-

ple. A peaceful and quiet environment with simple and uncomplicated repetitive songs. Selected readings from

Sacred Scripture or spiritual writers are offered in addition to periods of silence. The service begins at 6:00 pm

and lasts 45 minutes.

St. Francis of Assisi in WDM, IA is seeking a part-time Nursery Coordinator

(10-15 hours per week). The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two

years of childcare or early education experience and working with people.

Must be well organized, have the ability to work independently, and strong

self-management skills. CPR and First Aid certified desirable. Practicing Cath-

olic preferred. Must have flexibility to work from home, as well as occasional

evenings and weekends. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Fr.

Ray McHenry by Thursday, December 8.

March for Life signup

It’s time to start thinking about joining the pilgrimage in January to Washing-

ton, D.C. and be a part of the annual March for Life. Iowans for LIFE is secur-

ing several buses to take prolife Iowans to the march, which will be on Jan.

27. Go to IowansForLIFE.org for details.

4. November 27, 2016

InnerVision

Health Care baby bottle campaign

total contributions as of

11/20/16 $0. Grand

total of $4,034.71.

Mediacom Rebroadcast of Mass

11:30 Sunday Mass is rebroadcast the following days: Wed. at 7:00 PM. The following Sun. at 11:00 AM on Mediacom channels: 17, 84, or 96.11

www.stanthonydsm.org

Click on “Donate to St. Anthony’s”

You can give beyond your life through a bequest to St. An-thony Catholic Church in your will.

Readings for the Week of Nov. 27th

Sunday: Is 2:1-5/Ps 122/Rom

13:11-14/Mt 24:37-

44

Monday: Is 4:2-6/Ps 122/Mt

8:5-11

Tuesday: Is 11:1-10/Ps 72/Lk

10:21-24

Wednesday: Rom 10:9-18/Ps 23/

Mt 4:18-22

Thursday: Is 26:1-6/Ps 118/Mt

7:21, 24-27

Friday: Is 29:17-24/Ps 27/

Mt 9:27-31

Saturday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26/

Ps 147/Mt 9:35--

10:1, 5a, 6-8

Next Sunday: Is 11:1-10/Ps 72/

Rom 15:4-9/Mt 3:1-

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Church office 244-4709 Business Manager Mark Paris-mparis@stanthonydsm.org Administrative Assistant Stephanie Howard-showard@stanthonydsm.org Director Religious Ed Melissa Hill-mhill@stanthonydsm.org

Adult Choir Director Patricia Civitate-244-4672 or civitate9@q.com Altar & Rosary Society President Frances Ali-657-3354 or frances.ali@stgregoryctr.com Dowling Representative Frank J. Chiodo-fjchiodo@hotmail.com Finance Council Chair Jeff Himrich-himrich1@gmail.com Hispanic Ministry Marisol Guerra-mguerra@stanthonydsm.org Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Paul Comito-246-1402 Marketing Committee Melissa Mauro-249-4629 or Melissa@paper-systems.com Parish Council Coordinator Bryan Gonzalez 812-686-6102 or bryan.gonzalez03@gmail.com Respect Life Ministry Judy Liston-246-8150 Schola Cantorum Director Charlotte Hunkele-641-203-4337 or chunk854@hotmail.com St. Anthony Foundation Stephanie Sarcone-287-7161 St. Anthony Grotto Chairperson David Miller-dmiller7270@q.com St. Vincent de Paul Society Janet Goode-953-1335 Ellen Celsi-288-3917

School Principal-243-1874 Dr. Joseph F. Cordaro- jcordaro@stanthonydsm.org Adventure Club Director-244-2534 Joe Grandanette

Home and School President Shannon McDonald-shannonhomeandschool@gmail.com Parish Board of Education President Deb Bordenaro-867-7240 or tbordo@hotmail.com

St. Anthony School Alumni Committee Loretta Rizzuti (lrizzuti@lolaw.com)

OFFICE PERSONNEL

TRUSTEES

MINISTRIES

SCHOOL PERSONNEL

To be named Julie Konkol 287-7256

KofC Food Bank Weekend-Please help those in need, Dec. 17th & 18th, by bringing non-perish-able food items to benefit the Bidwell Food Bank and cash donations to support the Des Moines Area Religious Council Food Bank. The Knights of Columbus will be at all of the doors before and after each Mass collecting for this worthy cause.

Please Pray for: Peggy Grasso, Rosella Beener, Kathy Cacciatore, and Larry Breheny

A Big THANK YOU to everyone who helped clean the church last time. The next date to clean is Dec. 10th @ 9am. Please meet in the church. This is a great way to earn service hours.

St. Anthony Financials

Due to printing deadline

financials will not be available

Tithes/Plate $.00

Tithes/Plate FYTD $222,183.00

5. November 27, 2016

From Msgr. Frank Chiodo

Dear friends in Christ,,

Thank you to Ralph Marasco Sr. for his 20 plus years of service on the Foundation Board. He

has been of service in many ways, the Foundation Board is just one of them. God bless him.

Thank him when you see him.

Also a word of thanks to Joe Graziano, who has served as parish trustee. With the expiration of

Joe’s term, the parish joins me in thanking him for the outstanding job he has done for us. Joe,

along with Ralph, are sincerely invested in the life our parish, and because of that investment they have benefitted us

in countless ways. Personal investment is what makes a parish great. God bless you Joe and Ralph. Thank Joe when

you see him too.

It is my every confidence that both Joe and Ralph will continue to share their gifts and talents with us here at our par-

ish.

With the dawn of another Advent season, I invite you to slow down a bit, and reflect on the meaning of this season. It’s

all about Christ coming into our hearts and homes. Take time to examine how Christ can become more the central fig-

ure in our lives together. A few questions: Do we ever pray as a family? Try it, it can bring a bushel of blessings to you

and yours. Do we ever talk about God’s plan for our lives? Do we refer to God’s will in our conversations? Do we every

greet someone with, “God bless you”? Just a few suggestions for your advent journey.

Peace and all good things.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

6:00pm Respect

Life-LC

9:15am Adora-

tion

5:00pm Hispanic

Communal Pen-

ance-CH

8:00pm Benedic-

tion of the

Blessed Sacra-

ment

9:15am Adoration

5:30pm St. Jude-

CH

6:00pm Confirma-

tion Track A-MR

6:30pm RCIA-LC

6:30pm Men’s

CHRP Formation

Team-RCR

8:00pm Benedic-

tion of the Blessed

Sacrament

9:15am Adoration

5:30pm Altar & Ro-

sary-LC

6:00pm Men’s Pray-

er Group-sac

6:00pm Spanish Holy

Hour-CH

6:30pm Revelations

Bible Study-MR

7:00pm Spanish

Mass-CH

8:00pm Benediction

of the Blessed Sacra-

ment

7:00pm First

Friday Mass-CH

6:30pm Hispanic

Prayer Group-LC

5:00pm Mary

Movement-CH

St. Anthony Weekly Calendar Nov. 28th to Dec. 4th,

Altar & Rosary Bake and

Craft Sale

St. Vincent De Paul would like to thank all who donated to the Turkey Fund. We now have the giving tree on the Altar. Please take an ornament and return the gift with the orna-ment attached by Dec. 11th. We appreciate all your help. God Bless You and Thank You, Helene J. Wilson

Dowling Catholic High School Performing Arts

Department Presents:

The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe

December 2nd and 3rd 2016 at 7:30pm,

Dowling Catholic Auditorium (enter thru the

new chapel) Tickets: $5 (adult) $3(child/SAT

pass)