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October–FebruaryFall/Winter 2017–2018

In scripture, the opposite of faith is not doubt but rather fear and anxiety—fear that

God may have forgotten us. Prayer enables us to

strengthen our relationship with God, which increases our

trust in Him.

Prayer: Resting in God

St. Augustine understood that there is a deep longing within the human heart. He once wrote, “You have made us for yourself, Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you.” Prayer is our way

of connecting with God. With so many distrac-tions clamoring for our attention each day, we often just don’t get around to prayer. Some say we are becoming a culture of Attention Defi cit Disor-der. In a world of constant communication 24/7, it becomes diffi cult to focus on the deeper things of life. Therefore, a key element of prayer is simply showing up and being present with God.

There is a common misunderstanding about prayer in that it must be exciting, intense, enrich-ing, and life-giving all the time. This is not real-istic. One of the oldest defi nitions of prayer is “lifting mind and heart to God.” Don’t worry about distractions in prayer; they can be, as St. Theresa of the Little Flower says, “invitations to prayer.” When you fi nd your-self distracted in prayer, simply bring your mind and heart back to God and offer a petition for whatever your distraction was about. Bring to God

whatever you are feeling and offer that as an entry into prayer.

In scripture, the opposite of faith is not doubt but rather fear and anxiety—fear that God may have forgotten us. Prayer enables us to strengthen our relationship with God, which increases our trust in Him. Build-ing this level of trust does not come overnight; it

can’t be rushed just as you cannot rush a fl ower to blossom or a child to grow within the womb. Patience is key to prayer and as we wait in silence, we begin to see that ev-erything is appropriate to its time. A holy peasant was asked to share the se-cret to deep prayer. The response? “I just look at God and I let God look at me.”

Fr. Angelo

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Trinity Offers Wealth of Opportunitiesto Share the Faith

Fall is a busy time of year for parish life. Ex-cellent programs await you at Holy Trinity. “Share the Faith” is the theme for the year. Opportunities abound for all to increase

their faith in a variety of ways.Planning is underway for the children’s classes,

including preschool, FIRE (Family Intergeneration-al Religious Education), and sacramental prepara-tion (fi rst reconciliation, First Communion, and confi rmation). Pre-school is available for three- to six-year-olds during the 8:30 A.M. Mass.

We have space for more preschoolers. This year’s FIRE participants will be learning about Jesus’s historical roots, from Moses of the Old Testament to Mary, his mother. Please prayerfully consider registering your children and families. You will not be disappointed. Additionally, the Youth Group schedule is brimming with prayer, service, and fun.

Preschool, FIRE and Youth Group all begin on Sun-day, October 1. Sacramental preparation will begin in January.

There are plenty of options for adults, too. Bible study, taught again by Kelly Johnson, returns on October 1. We will embrace the topic of evangeliza-tion in the scriptures through women of the Bible. Note that it isn’t just for women. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) will begin on Mon-day, October 2. We welcome those who wish to join the Catholic faith or just want to learn more about it. Finally, the Social Action Commission will provide an assortment of events and activities to help the vulnerable among us.

Announcement of times, dates, and needs for the bounty of possibilities for faith in action will be published in the bulletin. Stay tuned.

Consecration to Jesus through Mary

Holy Mary, Our Lady of Fatima,with renewed gratitude for your maternal presence,I join my voice to all the generations who call you blessed.Hold my life in your arms:Ask the Lord to bless and strengthen my every desire for good;revive and nourish my faith;sustain and enlighten my hope;awaken and animate charity within me;guide me along the path of holiness.Ever-Virgin Mary,bring me under your protectionand entrust me to your beloved Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Amen.

100th Anniversary Year of Our Lady of Fatima

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima in Portugal. Back in 1917,

three children, Francisco, age eleven, Jacinta, age ten, and Lucia, age nine, were tending their sheep in the fi elds of Fatima when the Blessed Mother appeared to them. She reminded them of the impor-

tance of repentance and conversion of heart, the need to be people of prayer, especially through the rosary, and to have devotion to her Immaculate Heart.

Pope Francis reminds us, “We have a Mother, Mary. Cling to her as children cling to their mother, living in the hope that

rests on Jesus. When Jesus ascended to heaven, he brought to the Heavenly Father our humanity, which he assumed in the womb of the Virgin Mary. Like an anchor, let us fi x our hope on Christ. May this hope guide our lives, until our dying breath.” In this jubilee year, may we follow Our Lady’s request for penance, prayer, and devotion to her Immaculate Heart.

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There Is a New Guy on the BlockIntroducing Deacon Matthew Keller, C.PP.S., but he prefers to be called Deacon Matt

Some of you may remem-ber me when I was here the summer of 2015. Now it is with great

honor that God has called me to return to the Downtown Dayton Catholic Parishes (Region 7) to serve you for my deacon intern-ship. Those of you that I met two years ago, I look forward to reconnecting with you, and I look forward to meeting and getting to know the rest of you as well.

I come from a family of four boys and no girls. My broth-ers’ names are Scott, Josh, and Dylan. My parents’ names are Paul and Carol. Oftentimes people say they feel sorry for my Mom because she has no daughters and others will tell her that she should be thankful that she did not have to put up with the drama that comes with girls. Can’t say that we know any different. All I can say is that the six of us are pretty close to each other and I am thankful for the family that I do come from.

I grew up in a parish staffed by the Missionaries of the Pre-cious Blood, St. John the Baptist Church in Maria Stein, Ohio. I was also exposed to the Mis-sionaries of the Precious Blood

because I worked at St. Charles Center, the home for our retired members.

I would describe my seminary/formation experi-ence as being an adventure. I entered formation/semi-nary with the Missionaries of the Precious Blood in the fall of 2007. I spent my fi rst two years here in Day-ton at the Gaspar House Formation House on the campus of Precious Blood Church and did academic work at Sinclair Commu-nity College.

In the fall of 2009 the community formation program moved to Chicago and I completed my undergraduate degree from Saint Xavier Uni-versity in Chicago in 2012. In between fi nishing my undergrad-uate work and starting gradu-ate studies, I spent nine months living at Church of the Resurrec-tion, Cincinnati, Ohio.

In the fall of 2013, I returned to Chicago and studied theology at Catholic Theological Union. Earlier this spring I completed a Master’s of Divinity Degree. During my years of formation God sent me to many other places. The thing that has sur-

prised me the most over the past ten years or so is I am so impressed by the many different ways I have encountered God in the people that I met.

Like everyone else I am a sin-ner seeking eternal life. I believe that everyone is precious as the Blood of Christ, however, at times this preciousness can get challenged. As time passes you will learn a lot more about me, as I look forward to learning about each of you. I look for-ward to meeting you, working with and for you, and serving you during the year ahead.p g y g y

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Holy Trinity Hosts The BestOld Fashioned Holiday Bazaar in Town

Come join us for Holy Trinity’s Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 4, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. in Trinity Center, 266

Bainbridge St. Did you know that 100 percent of the proceeds from the bazaar go to our outreach for the less fortunate brothers and sisters in our community?

The bazaar committee is excited to introduce two new booths this year—Grab Bags and Holid-aze. The Holidaze booth will sell new and gently used items for any holiday, e.g., accessories and accents for Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Thanksgiv-ing, etc.

The bazaar is a one-stop-shop where everything is at your fi ngertips for having a great time. Check out all of our booths:

Bake Shop Holidaze Santa ClausBook Nook Kitchen Silent AuctionCrafts Raffl e Tyke ShopGrab Bags Raffl e Row You Pick It

We are accepting new or gently used items for the Silent Auction, Raffl e Row, U-Pick-it, Holid-aze and Grab Bags. Also, we need small items for attendance prizes and the Tyke Shop (items kids can purchase as gifts for their parents, grandpar-ents, and siblings). They may be dropped off at the parish offi ce Monday through Thursday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and Friday, 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. All items are welcome.

We hope to see you there!

Being a Trinitarian: Become Involved

Building community within a parish family is a very im-portant aspect of faith com-

munity. From the time one walks through the door of church to at-tend Mass and is greeted warmly by a parishioner or an usher, to involvement in a religious educa-tion program or an outreach en-deavor, we demonstrate that we are a warm, welcoming parish. Additionally, becoming involved in fun-raising projects adds some

icing on the cake. Whether it is our Holiday Bazaar, Breakfast with Santa, Wine Tasting party, Fish Fry, or Rummage Sale, it’s time for fun.

Our wish for everyone is to become involved. Just within our liturgies there are many oppor-tunities. There is a great need for additional ushers and choir mem-bers. Do you like public speak-ing? Become a lector for Sunday liturgies. Do you feel a call to be

a minister of the Eucharist? How about becoming an altar server? Would you like to bring up the gifts in the offertory procession? All these roles are necessary and open to you. All it takes is a call to the parish offi ce (228-1223).

Thank you for being you and for giving consideration to enhancing our liturgies through your involvement.

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Before Santa checks his list twice and fi lls his sleigh with gifts for every girl and boy, he will be stopping by Trinity Center for break-fast on Sunday, December 3, 2017, begin-

ning at 9:30 A.M. and ending around 12:30 P.M.The price of admission includes a pancake break-

fast, cooked and served by Santa’s elves, a picture with Santa, and a gift for kids ages eight and under. There will be crafts and fun activities for the chil-dren to participate in and enjoy.

Tickets for Breakfast with Santa will go on sale Sunday, November 5, 2017, after Masses in the back of church and can also be purchased at the parish offi ces during weekday offi ce hours after November 5. Seating and visits with Santa will be arranged in the order that the tickets are purchased, so be sure to purchase yours early for your children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. This will be a great time for children and adults of all ages. We look forward to seeing you there!

Tickets prices:Ages 3 through 8—$9.00Ages 2 and under—$3.00

Fall Work Party

Please mark your calendars for our fall work party, which will be held on Satur-day, October 7, from 9:00 A.M. to noon.

We will be replacing broken windows, repair-ing walls in Trinity Center, and cleaning up the grounds.

Many hands make light work. Please con-tact Adam Becker at [email protected] if you are interested. All help will be truly appreciated.

Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town

BREAKFASTwith

SANTASunday, December 39:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.

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What Type Are You?

The Red Cross often faces a critical blood shortage. Emergency calls for donations are frequently broadcast with the line: “Every day blood and platelet donors can help save

lives, and right now these heroes are needed to give as soon as possible.”

Twenty-one million blood components are trans-fused each year in the U.S. Transfusions treat blood loss from surgery or traumatic injuries. Red blood cells (RBCs) increase a patient’s hemoglobin level to improve oxygenation in the body. Platelets stop

bleeding and treat clotting disorders. Plasma, the liquid part of the blood, treats liver failure, severe infections, and serious burns.

Although blood is made of the same basic ele-ments, not all blood is alike. Your blood type is based on inherited proteins (antigens) on your RBCs. Four major blood types are determined by the presence or absence of two antigens (A and B) on the surface of RBCs. Type A has the A antigen, can receive blood from types A or O, and can do-nate to types A or AB.

A third antigen, the Rh factor, can be either posi-tive or negative. Rh negative blood is given to Rh negative patients. Rh positive blood or Rh negative blood may be given to Rh positive patients. The universal RBC donor has type O Rh negative blood. Type O is of the greatest need because it is the most common blood type, and type O Rh negative is needed for emergency transfusions.

Certain blood types are unique to minority and diverse populations. Ideally, donor diversity match-es patient diversity. For example, sickle cell patients with unique blood types must rely on donors with matching blood types.

A safe, reliable source of blood is critical to provide blood products to patients. Blood banks depend on volunteer donors, so the process is pleasant, convenient and safe. Screening includes a questionnaire to determine the donor’s ability to give; examination (blood pressure, pulse and

temperature) rules out risks; and a laboratory test makes sure the donation will not make the donor anemic. One pint of blood is collected from an arm vein into a plastic bag. The donor will produce replacement fl uid for the blood donation within 24 hours and RBCs in four to six weeks.

Someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds. To meet the demand, the Red Cross must collect nearly 14,000 blood donations every day for patients at approximately 2,600 hospitals nation-wide. What type are you? Will you give a pint to help save a life? Give this some thought and join us for our next Downtown Dayton Catholic Parishes blood drive in early 2018.

References: www.hematology.org; www.medlineplus.gov (U.S. National Library of Medicine); www.redcrossblood.org.

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TRINITY SUNDAY!

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Community Resources Available for Panhandlers

We have seen an increase in panhandlers approaching our parishioners and church attendees at Holy Trinity. We support the

needy of our community through our outreach programs. We utilize Catholic Social Services to address the resource needs and provide informa-tion and referrals for an array of services to those

in need, including food, shelter, clothing, and other support. We discourage handouts at church because they are only a short-term solution, whereby the Catholic Social Services staff has the skills to make a long-term difference. Resource cards outlining contact information for local agencies are available from the ushers to give to panhandlers.

This fall and winter, Holy Trinity’s calendar is full of various events that offer fun for all ages, so be sure to save the dates and join us for fun and fellowship throughout the

upcoming months.January 28 will be the date for our annual wine

tasting event, a wonderful dinner with excellent wine pairings in downtown Dayton at The Wine Gallery. Parishioners, family, and friends always enjoy this great evening. As the date approaches, check the bulletin for your chance to reserve a place for you and your guests.

The annual Lenten fi sh fry will take place in Trinity Center on the fi rst Saturday of Lent, February 17. All tickets include a dinner of deli-cious fried fi sh, homemade sausage, and tasty sides as well as three drink tickets. You’ll be sure to have fun participating in raffl es and bidding on the silent auction prizes, but the real fun will be for those feeling lucky and ready to step up to the tables at one of the many games of chance. So, for all of those feeling lucky or hungry, be sure to save

the date. This is for ages 21 and older. Bring your friends and family and make an evening of it.

The bulletin will publish dates and reminders as these exciting events approach. For any ques-tions or for those interested in volunteering for any of these events, please contact Sam Eckhart (937-902-9711) or ([email protected]).

Upcoming Events Sure to Be Fun for All Ages

It’s Tech Time at Trinity

We want to keep our parishioners at Holy Trinity informed as quickly as possible about important issues. Hence, we are

establishing an email communication system. In order to keep you in the know, we need your email address. Would you be willing to part with yours? We promise not to inundate you with frivolous

email. The subject line will always state “A message from your parish.” If you are not already receiving com-munications from the parish offi ce, please send your email address to Judi at [email protected].

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Christian Formation Ministry

Bible Study This year’s topic is evangelization in the scriptures through women of the Bible taught by Kelly Johnson. Sessions will be held at 9:45 A.M. in the parish offi ces from October 1, 2017, through May 2018.

Fun-Raisers

Holiday Bazaar Mark your calendars for our Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar to be held on Saturday, November 4, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. in Trinity Center. See page 4 for more details.

Wine Tasting Plan to enjoy a wonderful dinner with excellent wine pairings at 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 28, at The Wine Gallery and Café, 5 West Monument Ave. See page 10 for more details.

Holy Trinity Fish and Sausage Fry will be held on Saturday, February 17, in Trinity Center. See page 10 for more details.

Help Wanted

Crafts Join fellow parishioners in making crafts for the bazaar on Mondays from 4:30 to 7:30 P.M. All are welcome to come vis-it, sit a spell and help us assemble crafts. Or consider making craft items at home for the bazaar.

The Fall Work Party will be held on October 7 from at 9:30 A.M. to noon. See page 5 for more details.

Join the Holy Rollers on Thurs-day, October 12, at 4:30 P.M. to help make cabbage rolls for the bazaar in the Trinity kitchen.

Parking Patrol Volunteers are needed to help rent church parking spots on Saturday evening, October 28, for the annual Oregon District “Hauntfest on Fifth.” This is a great fun-raiser. Please contact Jim Cannon (623-9888) if you can help.

For Kids

Breakfast with Santa will be held on Sunday, December 3, starting at 9:30 A.M. in Trinity Center. See page 5 for more details.

Special Liturgies

Mass of the Faithful Departed This special liturgy will be cele-brated on Sunday, November 19, at 11:30 A.M., remembering the lives of those parishioners and family members of parishioners who have died since October 1, 2016.

A brief look at what’s happening around the parish

Thank youThe Newsletter staff

thanks those who submit-ted articles for this issue of Inspired:

Fr. Angelo AnthonyAdam BeckerLuAnne Baer-LambertAlice CoxSam EckhartDeacon Matt KellerPatsy MartinJan ReedJudi TrickAmy Wiedeman

Thanksgiving Eve Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 22, at 6:00 P.M.

Christmas Eve Mass The Family Mass will be celebrated on Sun-day, December 24, at 5:00 P.M.

Midnight Mass will be celebrat-ed on Monday, December 25 at midnight.

Christmas Day Mass will be celebrated on Monday, December 25, at 9:00 A.M.

Ash Wednesday Liturgies On February 14, a Communion Serv-ice will be held at 12:15 P.M. Mass will be celebrated at 6:00 P.M. Ashes will be distributed at both services.

Deadlinefor the Spring/Summer issue is

Friday,December 15, 2017

Newsletter Editorial Staff

Karen AverbeckMarianne GarcherKeelie GustinJudi TrickAmy WiedemanTea Yankel

The Holy Trinity newsletter staff encourages all parishioners to submit articles and photos that would be of interest to the parish community.

The newsletter staff prefers not to use bylines because it views the publication as the voice of the parish. However, an author will be credited if the work has been copyrighted or previously published.

Written materials can be submitted electronically by fax, e-mail or on IBM compatible computer disks, preferably in a Microsoft application format. If submitting hard copy, please type it if possible. Include your name and phone number with all submissions.

All articles and photos are subject to editing and approval by the newsletter staff. Materials received after the published deadline will be considered for publication only if space and time permit.

Materials can be delivered to the parish offi ces at 272 Bainbridge Street, e-mailed to Judi Trick ([email protected]) or faxed to 445-0232. If you have any questions, call the parish offi ces at 228-1223.

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