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PRAY FOR: Richard Carlson, Maria Cherney, James DiNardo, Jr., John Dunn, Bill Earnest, Brendan Feely, Pat and Jackie Feeley, Robert Garrison, The Ginley Family, Theresa Hanlin, Pat Hurry, Susan Kayota, Lou Lucente, Alfredo LasMarias, Connie Loschi, Thomas Lyver, Cheryl McLeskey, Debbie Merritt, Maria Oakes, Ryan Piotti, Trisha Rehpelz, Elizabeth Rehpelz, Betty Rehpelz, Rick, Ken Watson, Martin White, Ron Wyles

Some of the names to “pray for” have been in the bulletin for three months and are being removed this weekend. If you need prayers for you or your family members, please contact the Parish Office at 481-5702. These names will be in the bulletin for three months before being removed.

“Whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you receive it, and you will.” Mark 11:24

PRAYERLINE REQUESTS: Please call the Parish Office at 481-5702.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGSSunday, October 15: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Phil 4:12-14, 19-20; Mt 22:1-14 or 22:1-10Monday, October 16: Saint Hedwig, religious; Saint Margaret

Mary Alacoque, virgin: Rom 1:1-7; Ps 98:1-4; Lk 11:29-32Tuesday, October 17: Saint Ignatius of Antioch, bishop, martyr: Rom 1:16-25; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 11:37-41Wednesday, October 18: Saint Luke, evangelist: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9Thursday, October 19: Saints John de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues, priests, and companions, martyrs (USA): Rom 3:21-30; Ps 130:1-6; Lk 11:47-54Friday, October 20: Saint Paul of the Cross, priest (USA): Rom 4:1-8; Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11; Lk 12:1-7Saturday, October 21: Rom 4:13, 16-18; Ps 105:6-9, 42-43; Lk 12:8-12Sunday, October 22: Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 7-10; 1 Thes 1:1-5b; Mt 22:15-21

PARISH OFFICE HOURSMonday-Thursday, from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Friday, from 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

CALENDARSUNDAY, OCTOBER 15New Parishioner Welcome Weekend (after Masses)Parish Family Breakfast (after Masses)Parish Pastoral Council NominationsK of C Membership Drive and Christmas Card SalesChildren’s Liturgy of the WordChristian Formation K-5/Edge 9:30 a.m.Bible Timeline 9:30 a.m.RCIA 9:30 a.m.Confirmation Parent and Teen Meeting 12:00 p.m.LifeTeen 7:00 p.m.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 16 The Chosen 6:30 p.m.Bible Timeline 7:00 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17Diocesan Christian Formation RCIA Program 6:30 p.m.Cub Scout Pack #406 6:45 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18J.O.Y. Club 11:00 a.m.Boy Scouts 6:00 p.m.Family Addiction Support Group 6:30 p.m.Rosary 6:30 p.m.Parish Choir 7:00 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19Golden Seniors 10:00 a.m.Holy Family Ringers 12:30 p.m.Children’s Choir 6:15 p.m.Prison Module Faith Sharing 6:30 p.m.Baptism Class 6:30 p.m.Grief 202 6:30 p.m.Eucharistic Adoration 7:00 p.m.Women’s Book Circle 7:00 p.m.K of C Open House 7:00 p.m.Ringers 2.0 7:15 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20Chaplet of Divine Mercy 9:45 a.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21Teen Closet Sorting 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.Reconciliation 4:30 p.m.Parish Pastoral Council NominationsOktoberfest (after Mass) (Sponsored by K of C)

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22Parish Pastoral Council NominationsChildren’s Liturgy of the WordChristian Formation K-5/Edge 9:30 a.m.RCIA 9:30 a.m.Just Talks – “Homelessness” 9:30 a.m.Bible Timeline 12:15 p.m.Liturgical Ensemble 12:30 p.m.LifeTeen 7:00 p.m.

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MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEKMonday, October 16: Morning PrayerTuesday, October 17: Leanne and Michael Benedetto by The Benedetto FamilyWednesday, October 18: Roy Shubert by The Costigan FamilyThursday, October 19: Gori Paoletti by Miria PaolettiFriday, October 20: Susan Reardon by Nancy KubuSaturday, October 21: Elsie Carroll by Charlie & JoAnn ClarksonSunday, October 22: 8:15 a.m.: Holy Family Parishioners; 11:00 a.m.: Betty McGown by The Dinner Divas

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL: Fr. Eric Ayers, President; Bill Shannon, Chairperson; Todd Solomon, Vice-Chairperson; Beverly Manlove, Secretary; Dick Dietz; “Mike” Jakubec; Joe Kelly; Mike O’Brien; Alex Spear (Youth Representative); Joe Stefonowich; Gwen Stinard (ppc@holyfamilyvb.org).

NEW EVANGELIZATION TEAM (NET): Kathy Staskin, Chairperson; Mike DeJaeger; Andy Koch; Shannan LePage; Elizabeth Panchik; Tom Rumely; Dean Schleicher; Cate Sleigh; Steve Winter; Fr. Eric Ayers. NET email: hfevangelization@gmail.com.

BULLETIN: The deadline for bulletin notices is Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Please submit to Carla, the Parish Secretary. Any inserts will need to be digital as everything is emailed to the printing company.

LOW-GLUTEN COMMUNION HOSTS:For those who require special dietary restrictions, we now have low-gluten Communion hosts (approved by the USCCB). Please contact Alfie in the Parish Office for further instructions on how to receive low-gluten hosts at Communion each weekend.

JOIN THE CF NURSERY TEAM!

• Adults are scheduled on a rotating basis • 9:25 a.m.-10:50 a.m.• Background check and VIRTUS training are required.

Can you give of your time to help the youngest members of our parish family?

This nursery is vital for the success of our Christian Formation, RCIA, and Adult Formation programs. Please contact Tiffany in the Parish Office or email DRE@holyfamilyvb.org if you are interested in this ministry.

WEEKLY OFFERTORY Budget 2017/2018 is $1,124,294.00. This includes Schools Parish Sharing Assessment of $100,868.00. Because of the Columbus Day Holiday, our bulletin for October 14/15 had to be sent to the printing company early. The financial reports for October 7/8 and October 14/15 will be reported in the October 21/22 bulletin.

COLUMBARIUM: There are Columbarium niches available. The cost is $2,000.00 for a double niche. Contact Terry McElroy at 481-5702.

PARISH PHOTO DIRECTORY: Please don’t delay in scheduling your photo shoot for our upcoming parish directory! Follow

the “Directory Block” on our parish website. There are lots of time slots, but only 20 specific dates. This is the 40th Anniversary of the beginning of Church of the Holy Family’s congregation, so be a part of the ongoing story of faith, community, and welcome. It won’t be complete without you! If you need help, call the Parish Office and your request will be passed on to a directory planner for a quick reply. For easy reference, here are the available times:

• October 14-15, Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.• November 20-22, Monday-Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

(no Thanksgiving, November 23)• November 24, Friday, 2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.• November 25-26, Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.• December 4-8, Monday-Friday, 2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.• December 9-10, Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

THE CHOSEN MINISTRY is a ministry dedicated to ministering to persons (middle school to adults of any age) who experience disabilities. We learn that we are all “chosen” to serve God and God loves all of us just as we are. We have Holy Family The Chosen Ministry gatherings the first three Mondays of the month, from 6:30-8:00 p.m., during the school year. Our next meeting is Monday, October 16, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Susie Stefonowich at 342-8540 or parishadvocate@gmail.com.

MINISTRIES IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE:Are you available on Sunday mornings around Mass times? Do you like to meet people? If so, we have several vacancies on our Doughnut Hospitality Teams. If you are so moved to lend your time and talent to this ministry, once a month, please contact Glenn in the Church Office for details, or send an email to facilitiesdirector@holyfamilyvb.org.

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Holy Family Day School The School year is off to a terrific start at Holy Family Day School! If you would like your child to be part of Church of the Holy Family’s Day School, please call 481-1180 to schedule a tour.

Fund Raiser: Holy Family Day School is partnering with Yankee Candles to help you get started on your Christmas shopping! Please visit www.yankeecandlefundraising.com and enter our Group Number 990056705 in the “Start Shopping” box. You can shop in the online catalog and exclusives to help us reach our goal. Our sale is through October 16 and orders will be delivered in 3-4 weeks to the School Office. Thank you for your support!

Box Tops For Education: It is time for the fall roundup of Box Tops! You can send them in with your child or place them in either of the collections boxes. Thank you!

RESPECT LIFE MONTH – “BE NOT AFRAID”: Go be my hands and feet to a world enslaved by fear. Go to the woman who is unexpectedly pregnant and fears the future. Go to your friend who fears reprisal at work because he takes a stand for the protection of human life. Go to your aging parent in failing health who fears being a burden. And go to others, too, for their support.

Do something concrete this month: visit an elderly neighbor or shut-in; call a lonely friend; donate to the Crisis Pregnancy Center (http://keimcenters.com/), Hope 4Life (ourhope4life@gmail.com) or the Diaper Bank (Cher Leadbeater at cherjl@msn.com or 757-472-8934); pray the Rosary at Atria Senior Living with Holy Family members on every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. (for more information, call or email Mo Sinn at 757-769-7083 or memosinn@gmail.com); join in prayer at Planned Parenthood on Thursdays with other Holy Family members; and pray for a culture of life in this country.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWSCouncil 10804

K of C OPEN HOUSE ~ OCTOBER 19

7:00 ~ Family Room ~ Refreshments

All men of the Parish, their families and their Catholic friends are invited to the Open House to learn more about our Order. Primarily, our Council looks for two types of men (and their families). Those men who would like to get involved with helping others who need help, and those who are already involved in volunteer work with other organizations.

The wide variety of activities available in our Council give the first group the opportunity to pick and choose, based on their time constraints and other obligations. For the second group, who are already involved, our Grand Knight’s (Chuck Kline), philosophy is, “the surest way to get something done is to ask a busy person to do it.”

We are a “one size fits all” organization. If you belong in either of the above groups, try us and you (and your family) will be glad you did.

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OKTOBERFEST ~ OCTOBER 21, 2017Family Room ~ After 5:30 p.m. MassSausage, Sauerkraut, Potato Pancakes

Spanish Salad with Hot Bacon DressingDessert and Beverages

Tickets on sale before and after all MassesAdults ~ $15.00

Children ~ $10.00Under Age 12 ~ Free

MARVINO NIGHT FINAL REPORTA near sellout crowd enjoyed a really delicious dinner, music, and

camaraderie. Thank you, Mike “Marvino” Manlove and his super staff and all attendees, for another great experience!

We invite all of the men in our Parish to join our Council and help us make a difference!

Grand Knight, Charles KlineChaplain, Father Eric Ayers

Membership, Todd Solomon (496-5733)

40 DAYS FOR LIFE:COME PRAY WITH US! 40 Days for Life is a focused, pro-life campaign with a vision to access God’s power through

prayer, fasting, and a peaceful vigil to end abortion. Holy Family parishioners will be praying at Planned Parenthood (515 Newtown Road) from 11:00 a.m. until noon every Thursday until November 3. You can meet us at the church at 10:30 a.m. or drive yourself and park on Lake Edward Drive. Come pray with us or join with other parishes if another time is more convenient. Times are from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. For more information or to let us know you’re coming, contact Mary Sorrentino at mmsorrentino@gmail.com or 757-481-0766.

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WEEKLY WISDOM

The Patriarchs – Part I

God Chooses Abraham God Chooses Abraham to become the father of many. This is the beginning of the period of the Patriarchs; The fathers of God’s chosen people, the nation of Israel. The “Abrahamic Covenant” is God’s promise to Abraham:

1) a new land,2) to make Abraham’s name great through many descendants,

and 3) that Abraham would be a blessing to all the families of the

world. This three-part promise provides a framework for the Bible story as it leads to fulfillment in Jesus Christ.

Women’s Faith Sharing and Fellowship Circles are ongoing and meet at various times during the month. For more information, contact Marie Sexton at (757) 718-4147.

Have a blessed week, Your AFF Team

Parish Pastoral Council Election ScheduleThere will be an election to fill 3 vacancies on the Parish Pastoral Council on the weekend of October 28/29 and November 4/5. Nominations will be accepted beginning this weekend. All parishioners are encouraged to nominate and/or be nominated to fill these important posts.

If YOU are interested in being nominated and want to find out what Parish Pastoral Council is all about, there will be an Informational Evening on Wednesday, October 25, at 7:00 p.m. in Room 147.

Nomination forms will be available on this weekend through October 23. You will have a chance to select your choice for these Council members on the weekend of October 28/29 and November 4/5. The new Council Members will be seated at the November 2017 meeting.

FUN-TASTIC AUCTION: The Third Annual Fun-Tastic Auction will be on Saturday, February 3, 2018. Please mark your calendar. We are planning for another Fun-Tastic Auction and will be asking for your support again. The Auction Committee

GOLDEN SENIORSThe next General Meeting will be: Thursday, October 19.

Program: Zeiders American Dream Theater

General Meeting: 10:00 a.m.

Sibel Galindez, the community liaison from Zeiders American Dream Theater, will be speaking with us. ZADT is the newest not-for-profit professional theater in Hampton Roads, located in Virginia Beach’s Town Center across from the Sandler Center, next to McCormick & Schmick’s. She will share Zeiders’ mission of focusing on new plays and musicals, and their fall and winter season, including such titles as Moonshiner, the Musical, and Holidivas, a Holiday Cabaret!

Golden Seniors HARDBOILED Egg Ministry

October 19, November 2, November 16Please bring eggs before noon on Thursday

(for Brother Charles to pick up).

Save the Date – Christmas LuncheonSave the Date: Our Third Annual Christmas Luncheon is set for Thursday, December 14, with Lynn Cherry’s wonderful Catering, Door Prizes, and “Frank Sings Frank.” Watch for more information in coming Bulletins and signage in the Commons.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION SCHEDULE: Holy Family – Holy Family has Eucharistic Adoration on the third Thursday of the month. See below for schedule of other Virginia Beach Churches. The next Adoration at Holy Family will be on October 19 – from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. St. Nicholas – Tuesdays – 10:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.St. John the Apostle – Thursdays – 8:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.Star of the Sea – First Thursday of the month – after the 8:00 a.m. Mass, with Benediction at 3:00 p.m.St. Luke – Monday and Tuesday – 6:00 p.m. to midnight; Wednesday – 6:00 p.m. through Saturday Morning, 6:45 a.m., BenedictionHoly Spirit – First Thursday of the Month – 5:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. followed by daily MassSt. Gregory – Fridays – after 8:30 a.m. Mass until 5:00 p.m.Ascension – First Friday – 9:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.St. Matthew – 24 hours/day Perpetual Adoration

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2017-2018 BAPTISM CLASSES AND DATESClass: Thursday, October 19 and 26 – 6:30 p.m. (one hour each evening)Baptism Date: Saturday, November 4 – 5:30 p.m. Mass

Class: Thursday, January 25 and February 1, 2018 – 6:30 p.m. (one hour each evening)Baptism Date: Sunday, February 11 – 11:00 a.m. Mass

Class: Thursday, May 3 and 10, 2018 – 6:30 p.m. (one hour each evening)Baptism Date: Saturday, May 12 – 5:30 p.m. Mass

YARD SALE FOR MELISSA’S HOPE ORPHANGE IN PORT AU PRINCE HAITI:Please donate your treasures to the Annual Yard Sale to benefit Melissa’s Hope Orphanage in Port au Prince, Haiti. The Yard Sale is sponsored by the French students at First Colonial High School. The Yard Sale is Saturday, November 4, at First Colonial High School. Contact Renee Alexander if you have items to donate at rgalexan@vbschools or 284-4570. Merci!

OCTOBER IS THE MONTH OF THE HOLY ROSARY: The Rosary is the weapon for these times. – Saint Padre Pio

Start a family tradition of saying the Rosary every night after dinner or at least one decade of the Rosary.

Opportunities to pray the Rosary with fellow parishioners:• Wednesday nights at 6:30 in the Chapel.• The first Saturday of the month at 5:00 p.m. for the Rosary,

followed by Mass at 5:30 p.m. • Every morning after the 9:00 a.m. Mass.• Fridays after the 9:00 a.m. Mass for our military members. • Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. during 40 Days For Life at Planned

Parenthood.

The Rosary is on EWTN at 7:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. It is also available in audio form at http://www.scripturalrosary.org/BeginningPrayers.html.

PRAYERS FOR OUR COUNTRYAND THE MILITARY: Every Friday, we say the Patriotic Rosary after morning Mass. Everyone is welcome. If you have a family member in the military and would like us to pray for them by name, please email Mary Sorrentino at mmsorrentino@gmail.com with their name and branch of service. Please remember that we still have military members in harm’s way and keep them in your daily prayers.

A PARISH NEED: A parishioner is in need of a recumbent stationary bike. If you have such a bike, please call Chaplain Jim Fedor at 481-5702. Thank you!

Music Notes

All music practices have begun! Now is the time to give Music Ministry a whirl and see how music can improve your life and the worship life of our parish. Try out one of our choirs for 2-3 weeks and see if it’s a good fit for you. Contact Music

Ministries Director Sylvia Chapa at 757-481-5702, ext. 116, or email music@holyfamilyvb.org.

MUSIC MINISTRY SCHEDULE: We need 10 pairs of hands to ring 37 bells! Ringers 2.0: The latest edition of Handbell ringing at Holy Family invites you to Music Room 134 on Thursdays, from 7:15-8:15 p.m., to learn to ring and read Handbell music. No experience, no music reading necessary – this is a beginner choir starting from scratch, so try it out for a few weeks!

Holy Family Ringers: New rehearsal time of Thursdays, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. – Join us! Good brain training! Daytime rehearsal schedule may work well for your schedule.

High School, Middle School SINGERS and INSTRUMENTALISTS: Teen Singers and Ensemble

Provide music at Mass on 10/15 (arrive 10:00 a.m. for 11:00 a.m. Mass).

Children’s Choir (1st-5th grades): Come to practice on Thursdays, 6:15-7:00 p.m.! We sing at the 11:00 a.m. Mass on October 29. Halloween party on October 26, includes ringing “Spooky Goblins.”

Parish Choir: Sing 5:30 p.m. on October 14. Who sings in the Parish Choir? Adults and high school/college students who enjoy singing SATB music. Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. for weekend music.

Christmas Choir practices Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00 p.m. for Christmas season music and music for our Festival of Carols. Suitable for adults and high school/college students who enjoy singing SATB music.

A Festival of Carols: Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 17, for our annual Music Ministry gift of seasonal music to the parish. It will definitely get you into the spirit of the season! All choirs of all ages participate. Bring friends, family, and neighbors for this musical event.

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HOSPITAL VISITATION: We need to remind you that when you are in the hospital, please notify the Church if you wish the Anointing of the Sick by Fr. Eric, or a visit by him or Chaplain Jim. Otherwise we will probably miss you!

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