CHURCH OF THE HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 17, 2013 ENDWELL, NEW YORK

Altar Servers

4:30 pm Cara Dufresne, Lauren Kidder, Jane Pipher 8:30 am Nicholas DeLucia, Chris & Stephanie Muggeo 11:00 am Evan & Maura Beard, Makayla Paulin

Eucharistic Ministers

4:30 pm Jack & Betty Ficke, Helga McShane, Joyce Rinaldi, Joyce Kurkoski, Judy Vetrano, Harry & Barbara Fuller, Ruth Treu, Nancy Shuman, Bill Hoover 8:30 am Rick Cargill, Carole Litynski, Ginny McHugh, John Gell, Marsha DeLucca, Gerry Kohut, Diane Pencek, Jean Palmiter, Vince Rider, Todd Trencansky, Karen Shelepak 11:00 am Bill & Tracy Halczyn, Deacon George, Michael & Joann D’Angelo, Mary Gonsowski, Barb Hawley, Don & Carla Noreika, Meg Urda, Maureen MarkAnthony

Lectors

4:30 pm Nick James, John Frieser, Dave Wasson 8:30 am Larry Corwin, Dennis Sweeney, Barbara Miller 11:00 am Andrew Eberhard, Don & Bernadette Repetto

Ushers

4:30 pm Team A: Jeffrey & Largue, Bob Clune, Ray Baldwin, Dill Didas 8:30 am Team B: Leo & Jan McHugh, Gerry Kohut, Tom Poklemba, Fran Robinson 11:00 am Team A: Steven Fales, David Kumiega, John Curth, Lou Casella, Al Knapik

Collection Counters

Team #1: Jack & Betty Ficke, Dorothy Moran

Altar Workers

Patty Collart, Peg Burke

MON. 11/18 Dedication of the Basilicas of St. Peter & St. Paul, apostles St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 9:00 am Vera Kurkoski/Lynn & Tim Wells

TUES. 11/19 9:00 am Albert DeAngelo/Bill & Marcy Chambers

WED. 11/20

9:00 am Paul Munley/Phil & Rosalie

THURS. 11/21 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 9:00 am Howard Parsons/Michael & Christine Zick

FRI. 11/22 St. Cecilia 9:00 am Lawrence Bridge, 34th Anniversary/

Family

SAT. 11/23 St. Clement I St. Columban, abbot Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro Blessed Virgin Mary 4:30 pm Lucille Tye/Bill & Ruth Bohan

SUN. 11/24 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 8:30 am AnnMarie Horvath/Kathy Jablonowski,

Millie Plutino

11:00 am Our Parish Family

For the week of November 15-21 is Isolina & Corrado Minidio from the Family

Tabernacle Light

Ministry Assignments - Weekend of November 23/24

Masses For The Week

Please remember your Human Development envelope in this weekend’s collection. Thank you.

OFFERING - November 10 $12,174.36 CHILDREN’S $23.00 ALL SAINTS $40.00 EMERGENCY FUND $1,176.00 SEMINARY $86.00 FACILITIES $1191.00 POPE JOHN PAUL II $17.00 MISC. $36.00

for your financial support of Church of the Holy Family.

Offerings

33rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Life Goes On

Impatience seems to be the newest trendy sin. We seem to have no tolerance for waiting, for enduring through difficulties. Young people, especially, seem unable to work steadfastly through the steps it may take to complete a task well; they get upset and give up if things don’t come to them quickly.

We have all become addicted to noise, rushing, efficiency, and speed. We don’t want to grow old, because we don’t see value in the slower rhythms of older age. People try to produce noble and heart-rending explanations why abortion or euthanasia are necessary. But it is the same temptation: to bring an end to a life that’s too much trouble, or isn’t useful or efficient or beautiful.

Good Friday is our Catholic symbol of all the evil that exists in the world. This year on Good Friday, a Franciscan priest gave a homily at the Vatican. He said, “Human progress is advancing today at a dizzying pace and humanity sees new and unexpected horizons unfolding before it…. (But) despite all the misery, injustice, the monstrosities present on Earth, (Jesus) has already inaugurated the final order in the world…the world has reached its final destination… The new world has already begun.” (R. Cantalamessa, OFM)

That shouldn’t be news to us! He is merely saying that Jesus has already defeated evil, and that we know how the story ends—in victory for life, and for each of us. If we can have the boldness to believe, shouldn’t this truth be the greatest incentive to our own perseverance in life?

From the Pastor’s Desk

So many conflicting voices and influences make parenting difficult. In today’s gospel, Jesus encourages parents to bravely “give testimony” and trust He will give us the “wisdom” to be good parents. You are not alone in parenting; a loving Father is standing with you.

A Family Perspective

Diocesan policy allows multiple intentions be said at a single Liturgy, and we still have an abundance of uncelebrated Mass Intentions. Beginning with Advent, we will be celebrating multiple intentions at each of the weekend Liturgies. If you have questions, please call the church office at 754-1266.

Mass Intentions

● The two rooms (Cry Rooms) at the entrance of the church are to provide respite for children and adults alike. They are NOT playrooms or nurseries. Please be considerate, so that everyone may participate in the Liturgy within a prayerful atmosphere.

● For the safety of our children, please accompany your child if he or she must leave during Mass.

● Please show your respect for the Liturgy by remaining in your pew until the conclusion of the Recessional Hymn.

Please Note

4:30 pm - Ensemble 8:30 am - Cantor/Organ 11:00 am - Cantor/Organ

Music Ministry for Next Weekend

I would like to give a huge thank you to our Welcome Ministry for another great job on our New Parishioner’s Reception held on November 3rd: Elaine, Connie, Elizabeth, Richard, Chris, Hope, Ronnie, Pat, Linda, Nancy & Nick, Joan, Ruth and Judy. Also assisting us was Theresa, Roger, Colleen and Alfonso. I hope I didn’t miss anyone. A special thank you to the ministry heads that attended to meet and greet our new parishioners. Thanks Joe, for coming in on Sunday to set our room up. We had a wonderful turnout. God bless you all. Janet Barna Welcome Ministry Team Leader

Thanks!

You are cordially invited to celebrate a Eucharistic Banquet of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28 at 9 am at Holy Family Church! The Genesis Choir and Holy Family Choristers will participate. Please bring a non-perishable food item to replenish our local food pantries. The food will be brought up to the altar during the presentation of gifts. Our parish family liturgy will be a great way to begin Thanksgiving Day.

Thanksgiving Day Liturgy

CHURCH OF THE HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 17, 2013 ENDWELL, NEW YORK

The Sophia Center for Spirituality presents Brother Sun in concert on Sunday, November 17, 6 pm, First Congregation Church, 30 Main St., Binghamton. Suggested donation $10.

St. Anthony’s Holy Name Society Lasagna Sale, Saturday, November 23. Fresh or Frozen, Take Out only. $22 pan serves 9, pickup from 3-4 pm. Call Nick at 748-8686. Last day to order is November 17.

Mom’s House fundraiser, Saturday, November 23 from 9 am-10 pm at Barnes & Noble Book Fair. Mention Mom’s House with purchase and a percent of sales will benefit Mom’s House.

Come give Thanks with your neighbors! The Endwell Community Annual Thanksgiving Service will be held on Tuesday, November 26 at 7:30 pm at Our Savior Lutheran Church on Hooper Road.

St. Joseph’s Bus trip to NYC to see A Christmas Story Musical at Madison Square Garden, Wednesday, December 11. $125 includes bus and ticket. Call Grace at 754-1241.

Community

All Catechists must be Virtus trained. If you have not been to a Virtus training session, please go to www.virtus.org and follow the instructions to register, or call Loretta Hudy at 785-4581.

The Sacrament of 1st Reconciliation will be on Monday, November 25 at 6:30 pm in the church.

Faith Formation News

Sponsor of the Week: Angeline’s Florist 748-7345

A Bread and Pie Sale, sponsored by the Altar & Rosary Society will be held after all liturgies on Saturday, November 23 & 24. Everyone in the parish is invited to donate baked goods for the sale. Bread and pies may be brought to McCabe Hall before all Masses on November 23 and 24.

Altar & Rosary

Do you have unresolved feelings about a past abortion experience? Have you felt guilty, sad, ashamed, or unable to be forgiven? Come to a Day of Hope and Healing for Women on November 23. For more information, call the Project Rachel Line, toll free, 1-855-364-0076 or e-mail: hopeandhealing@syrdio.org. All calls or e-mails will be held with complete confidentiality. God loves you and wants you to be a peace.

Day or Hope and Healing

• Please call the parish office to let us know of anyone in the parish who is ill, hospitalized or confined to home and would like a friendly visit and/or Communion.

• It’s time for our Annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Program. This year we were asked by Catholic Charities to provide a Thanksgiving feast for 10-15 additional families (about 80 families in total). Please join in the fun of assisting others. Shopping bags, shopping lists and details are available at the Church exits. As always, no glass containers please. Thanks in advance for your generosity and kindness.

Human Development Corner

The Mass for deceased members of the Holy Name Society will be in March, 2014; not December, due to scheduling conflicts.

Holy Name Society

Do you know someone who is experiencing separation or divorce and is seeking healing and support? Higher Ground is a support group designed to create a caring, compassionate and supportive environment for men and women who have experienced divorce or separation and seek healing. Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in Room 3-5. The next meeting is November 21, at 6:30 pm. Call Patrick, 972-7121 or Lauren, 239-4358 for more information.

Higher Ground

Resurrection Choir is a new Choir that will sing at parish funeral liturgies. It is open to all those who like to sing and who are usually available

weekday mornings. The choir will rehearse every first and third Monday of the month from 11 am - noon. Our next rehearsal will be Monday, November 18. For more information, please call Nancy, 237-5477.

Music Ministry

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Sun. 11/17 Thanksgiving bag drop off 9:45 am Faith Formation, gr. 4-8 11:00 am Wee Worship 6:30 pm Confirmation II 8:00 pm Prayer Group

Mon. 11/18 11:00 am Resurrection Choir 1:00 pm Fun & Games Group 6:00 pm Faith Formation, gr. 1&3 6:00 pm Faith Formation, gr. 2 7:45 pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal Tues. 11/19 9:30 am Faith Forward 10:00 am Good Shepherd Mass 1:00 pm Legion of Mary 6:30 pm Choristers’ Rehearsal Wed. 11/20 9:30 am Scripture Share 7:00 pm Genesis Choir Rehearsal 7:00 pm Bible Study Thurs. 11/21 6:30 pm Higher Ground group 7:00 pm Genesis Choir Rehearsal 7:30 pm Mother’s Club Sat. 11/23 Altar & Rosary Society Pie & Bread Sale Sun. 11/24 Altar & Rosary Society Pie & Bread Sale

9:45 am Faith Formation, gr. 4-8 11:00 am Wee Worship 6:30 pm Confirmation I 8:00 pm Prayer Group

This Week at Church of the Holy Family

Congratulations to Alison Quick, winner of the Trunks of Treats decorating contest!

Thanks to all the confirmation candidates who helped make Trunks of Treats so much fun! Thank You to the youth and parents who set up, served, and cleaned up at the Veteran’s Day Luncheon. Your hard work is greatly appreciated. Great Job!

Parent’s Day Out - Saturday, November 30, 10 am-4:00 pm. Drop your children at CHF, and spend the day shopping. More information will follow.

NYC Bus Trip - Wednesday, December 4. Call Mary Strojny at 785-4581 for information.

Youth News

We are in need of Ushers to serve at all the Liturgies, but mostly needed at the 8:30 am Sunday Mass. If you are interested in signing up as an usher, or even a substitute, please call Steve Fales, 754-0591.

Ushers Needed

As retirement came prematurely to me, I could not imagine what I would do with all that time. I don’t worry anymore. As team leader of 3 ministries, I have had more blessings than I can count in volunteering at Holy Family. The support and superb assistance of the people in these ministries is overwhelming. Please consider volunteering for the Welcoming Ministry. We are making a difference by welcoming our new parishioners. We provide a welcome tote bag full of information and token gifts for the family. We also host a new parishioner reception each year. If you would like to hear more about this terrific group, please call me at 748-0812. Thank you. Janet Barna

Join the Welcome Ministry

Thank you to our generous parishioners who have made a pledge to the HOPE Appeal. If you have not yet responded to the HOPE Appeal, we ask that you prayerfully consider making a pledge to help support the needs of our diocese. You can also make a secure online gift or pledge at: www.syrdio.org.

HOPE Appeal 2013