Nativity of Mary Church and School 10017 E 36th Terrace Independence, MO 64052

Parish: (816) 353-2184 Fax: (816) 358-4155 School: (816) 353-0284 Web: www.nativityofmary.org

“My attitude must be Christ’s.” - Philippians 2:5

Mass Schedule Monday: 8:30 a.m. Communion Service Weekday: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday - Friday Saturday: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Holy Day: 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Confessions Saturday: 3:00 p.m. or by Appointment

Parish Staff Rev. Robert Stone, Pastor Mrs. Mary Parrish, Principal Melissa Clancy, Business Manager New Parishioners If you are new to our parish and would like more information please contact the Parish Office.

Pastoral Care Sacraments for the Sick. Fr. Bob Stone, 353-2184, ext. 404 Pastoral visits to the Homebound and Hospitals. Paula Cassity, 353-2184, ext. 401

Emergency Assistance Contact St. Mary’s Food Pantry and Clothes Closet - 252-8649

Youth Ministry Becky Winbinger, 353-2184, ext. 408

School School, Early Childhood and Extended Care Carmen Wolfgeher, 353-0284

Sacrament Preparation Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, Confirmation, Adult Initiation (RCIA), and Matrimony Contact the parish office for information

Music Ministry Maria Milazzo, 985-6498

Parish Ministry Council Marilyn Mineart - Chair

Diocesan Victim’s Advocate Kathleen Chastain 816.392.0011 or chastain@diocesekcsj.org

Ombudsman Jenifer Valenti, 816-812-2500 or JeniferValenti@att.net

JULY 29, 2018 - THE SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

MASS INTENTIONS READINGS OF THE WEEK - JULY 30 - AUG. 5, 2018

Monday: Jer 13:1-11; Dt 32:18-21; Mt 13:31-35 Tuesday: Jer 14:17-22; Ps 79:8, 9, 11, 13; Mt 13:36-43 Wednesday: Jer 15:10, 16-21; Ps 59:2-4, 10-11, 17-18; Mt 13:44-46 Thursday: Jer 18:1-6; Ps 146:1b-6ab; Mt 13:47-53 Friday: Jer 26:1-9; Ps 69:5, 8-10, 14; Mt 13:54-58 Saturday: Jer 26:11-16, 24; Ps 69:15-16, 30-31, 33-34; Mt 14:1-12 Sunday: Ex 16:2-4, 12-15; Ps 78:3-4, 23-25, 54; Eph 4:17, 20-24; Jn 6:24-35

PLEASE PRAY FOR:

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

Last Wednesday, the greatest pilgrimage in our tradition ended with the feast of Saint James at his shrine in Compostela, Spain. Every year, as many as a hundred thousand persons walk a portion of the medieval way of the pilgrim, earning the right to wear the scallop shell symbol of this journey of faith. In legend, this city on the northern coast of Spain is the final resting place of the apostle, and the full name of the cathedral is "Saint James of the Field of Stars." There is a tradition that Saint James the Great preached there.

In the Roman Catholic tradition, the pilgrimage, like any procession, is a symbol, life's journey distilled, a power-ful sign of our journey toward a certain goal. The perils of the road, the support of companions, the contempla-tive slower pace of life, have the potential to transform and renew the pilgrims in ways that last a lifetime. Along the way, the distinctions between rich and poor fall away, and everyone shares humble rustic food and stops for the night in hostels or under the stars. After a long walk, the experience of entering through the great doors into the vast cathedral filled with incense, light, and song is a foretaste of heaven. The pilgrims often say that their whole lives are redirected toward that mo-ment of entry into the heavenly Jerusalem. The most memorable feature of the cathedral is called the boto-fumeiro, an incense burner on pulleys and chains that sweeps through the cathedral in immense circles, swirl-ing clouds of sweet-smelling incense around the vast nave.

Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

Sat., July 28 - Vigil of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:00PM + Richard Lambros & Lula Clarke

Sunday, July 29 - The 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00AM + Fran McMahon

10:30AM + Caterina DiGaetano & Kenneth F. Johnson

Monday, July 30 - St. Peter Chrysologus

8:30AM Communion Service

Tuesday, July 31 - St. Ignatius

8:30AM + Donald & Ruth Gordon

Wednesday, August 1 - St. Alphonsus

8:30AM + Brenda Voss

Thur., August 2 - Sts. Eusebius & Peter Julian Eymard

8:30AM + Richard Lambros

Friday, August 3

8:30AM Nativity Parish & School

Sat., Aug. 4 - Vigil of 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:00PM + Maxine Breunig

Sunday, Aug. 5 - The 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00AM For a special intention

10:30AM + Bud Vitt, Jr. & Mary & Don Ragsdale

Vern/Margaret Ault Barbara Garrett Mike Singleton

Michael Bell Joey Gray Patrick Singleton

Judy Bohner Marla Herbst Bernice/Norm Steffen

Allison Carnes Cynthia/Dennis Jones Breit Maureen Sutera

Steve Christensen Katie Lesmeister Zeniada Torres

John Clarke Jack McEnroe John Tuccillo

Bob DeSchepper Juan/Mary Perez Mary Vitt

Kathy Dunbar Arnold Muzquiz Carol Byrd Weaver

Roni Durkee Carlos Pinon Alyssa Webb

Mary Enyart Gary Pricer Daniel Wheeler

Shannon Casey Mary Kay Seller Ayden Wright

Garry/Emily Gagnon Mike & Janet Shaw

JULY 29, 2018 - PARISH NEWS

Thank you for supporting our Parish Community and Catholic Education!

Gluten-free hosts are available. Talk to Fr. Bob before Mass.

We have 2 wheelchairs and hearing assist devices available for your use during mass. Please contact an usher.

Devotional candles are kept in the kiosk. If you would like to light one just ask an usher for assis-tance. There is a slot and envelopes available in the kiosk to place your $5 donation.

If you have a suggestion, concern, or com-ment you would like the Parish Ministry Council to address there are cards on the kiosk for you to fill out and drop in the slot.

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is committed to combating sexual abuse in the Church. If you are a victim of sexual abuse, or if you observe or suspect sexual abuse:

1. Call the Missouri Child Abuse Hotline at 1.800.392.3738 (if the victim is currently under the age of 18), and 2. Contact your local law enforcement agency or call 911, and 3. After reporting to these civil and law enforcement authorities, report suspected sexual abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult to the Diocesan Ombudsman, Jenifer Valenti, at 816.812.2500 or JeniferValenti@att.net, if the abuse involves a priest, deacon, employee or volunteer of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph.

The Diocese has a sincere commitment to providing care and heal-ing resources to victims of sexual abuse and their families. Please contact Victim Advocate, Kathleen Chastain, at 816.392.0011 or chastain@diocesekcsj.org for more information.

Did You Know…

Eucharistic Adoration is this Friday, August 3rd, from 9am to Noon. All are invited to come spend some quiet time with Jesus.

Come anytime during the 3 hours and stay for as long as you wish. If you would like to sign up for a specific time there is a sign up sheet on the kiosk in the back of church.

NATIVITY OF MARY CONTRIBUTION REPORT 7/14/2018 & 7/15/2018

Classes will begin in the fall

Do you know anyone who is interested in joining our church or that wants more information on the Catholic faith please have them contact Becky Winbinger at the Ministry Canter, 353-2184. They will need to set up an appointment with her before classes begin this fall.

1st Reconciliation & 1st Communion Parent Meeting

August 19th after the 10:30 a.m. Mass There will be an informational meeting for parents of children in 2nd grade or above that need to prepare for First Reconciliation and First Communion on August 19th in the church after 10:30 a.m. mass.

If you are unable to make the meeting contact Becky Winbinger in the Ministry Center at 353-2184 or email at beckywinbinger@nativityofmary.org.

A big ‘THANK YOU’ to all who participated in

our annual Rummage Sale!

There were many wonderful volunteers who helped set up, sort, price, straighten, box up leftovers & clean up; those who brought lunches & snacks for the workers; our ‘male presence’ we are always asking to lift & haul items & were always there to do whatever was asked; & finally to our donors & shoppers. We made over $8800 as a result of all your hard work that will help with our ministries here at Nativity.

Nativity Altar Society

Envelopes $ 8,826.75 Plate $ 549.00 Church Debt $ 390.00 Pisces Fund $ 320.25

Utility Fund $ - EFT $ - Credit Card $ - Online Giving $ - Poor Box $ 8.00 Total $ 10,094.00

Tuition/Registration Fees 17-18 $ -

Tuition/Registration Fees 18-19 $ -

JULY 29 - AUGUST 18, 2018 CALENDAR

Sunday 29 8:00AM Mass 10:30AM Mass

Monday 30 8:30AM Communion Serv.

Tuesday 31 8:30AM Mass 9AM - Quilters

August 1 8:30AM Mass

Thursday 2 8:30AM Mass 7PM - Altar Society Meeting

Friday 3 8:30AM Mass 9AM - Noon Eucharistic Adoration

Saturday 4 3:00PM Confession 4:00PM Mass

5 8:00AM Mass 10:30AM Mass

6 8:30AM Communion Serv.

7 8:30AM Mass 9AM - Quilters

8 8:30AM Mass

9 8:30AM Mass

10 8:30AM Mass

11 3:00PM Confession 4:00PM Mass

12 8:00AM Mass 10:30AM Mass

13 8:30AM Communion Serv.

Noon - 2:00 PM 5:00 - 6:30PM Back to School Night

7PM - Book Club

14 8:30AM Mass 9AM - Quilters 7PM - Ministry Council Meeting

15 8:30AM Mass 6:30PM Mass Feast of the Assumption 5:30PM - Parish Finance Council

16 8:30AM Mass 6:30 - Liturgy Committee Mtg.

17 8:30AM Mass Back to School Picnic

18 3:00PM Confession 4:00PM Mass

August 2018 4:00 PM Mass 8:00 AM Mass 10:30 AM Mass

Lectors Joe Arnone Donna Arnone

Bridget Kahmann

Wilma Christensen Joe Harris

Eucharistic Ministers

Donna Arnone Joe Arnone John Cook Marilyn Mineart *Loretta Van Bibber Volunteer Volunteer *Denotes Captain

Bob DeSchepper Sandy DeSchepper Ed Seufert *Judy Seufert Jeff Rosenberg Volunteer *Denotes Captain

Pat Clark Diane Locascio Sam Locascio *Mary Singer Ray Singer Anita Wheller Mary Vitt *Denotes Captain

Servers Henry Becker Volunteer

Austin Terryberry Volunteer

Matt Lakin Volunteer

Ushers Grace Arnone Danny Barnes (L) Loretta Polzin Teresa Zaner

Larry Nauser Nancy Ronan (L) Richard West Volunteer

Tim Lakin Mike Monley Bob Murphy (L) Volunteer

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SCHOOL - JULY 29, 2018

Please continue to recycle your junk mail, office papers, newspapers, etc. Our recycle bin is in the south parking lot behind school.

Please save pop tabs, boxtops and Best Choice barcodes for our school. You can drop them off at the school or church.

UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS

JULY 29TH - COOL CREST All middle and high school youth are invited to come join us for an evening of mini golf, arcade, and go-karting at Cool Crest. We will meet in the school parking lot at 4:45 and return around 7:00. Friends are welcome. Permission slips are re-quired along with adult drivers. The cost is $16.00. AUGUST 11TH - MATT MAHER FREE CONCERT

GRANDVIEW AMPHITHEATER Meet at Nativity at 3:30 p.m. to carpool to the con-cert. Return around 9:00 p.m. Bring blankets and chairs, concessions are available for pur-chase. Please RSVP by August 9th. Friends are welcome. Permission slips are required. Adult drivers needed.

AUGUST 19TH Come and give your input on what you would like to do in youth group this year. We want to hear from as many as we can. High School will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Middle School will meet at 2:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

AUGUST 25TH Middle School and High School students join us for an evening at the T-Bones game. We will meet at 5:45 p.m. to carpool to the game. Bring a friend. Permission slips are required. Cost should be around $15 per ticket and the anything you wish to buy at the ballpark. Please RSVP by August 23rd. Adult drivers are needed. To RSVP or more information on any of these events contact Becky Winbinger in the Ministry Center office - 353-2184.

Protecting God's Children Workshop at Nativity of Mary Parish There will be a Protecting God's Children Workshop held at Nativity of Mary on August 22nd from 6:30-9:30pm in the parish hall. Please use this link Protecting God's Children Workshop to register for the class, or a class at another location if it works better with your schedule. The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is committed to providing a safe environment for children, youth, and vul-nerable adults. The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph requires all volunteers, including field trip drivers, who will be in contact with children/youth or who will be supervising minors or vulnerable adults, to comply with our safe environment program requirements by attending a VIRTUS® Protecting God’s Children workshop.

JULY 29, 2018 - THE SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Are the demands of family, friends, and work more than you can bear at times? Do you ever feel small in the face of the many needs of the world? We all have those moments when we feel that "there just isn't enough of me to go around." We can think about these moments as we hear Elijah's servant and Philip wonder how many people can be fed with such a meager amount of food. Yet both found the bounty of God's goodness, as those small gifts were multiplied to feed a multitude. It is true that there isn't enough of each of us to go around. But with God's grace, together as members of Christ's body, we are sure to find that there is something each of us can bring so that the love of God may be known. A LITTLE Put yourself in the place of the boy in today's Gospel. He had five barley loaves and two fish. Probably just enough for himself and his family, or a friend who made the journey to hear Jesus with him. What must he have thought, as he heard Andrew tell the Lord about the meal he had brought with him? Did he go to Andrew to tell him about the food, and offer it, or did someone notice that he had the food and let the others know? However it came to pass, the boy's gifts were called forth, and his small meal was given to the Lord. The boy trusted that in Jesus' hands, his barley loaves and fish would be put to good use. Jesus blessed the loaves and fish and fed thousands with them. BECOMES A LOT In the hands of the Lord, the little the boy's food became a feast for many. Each of us has been given particular gifts and talents--the minutes, hours, and days that make up our lives, and material and financial resources. We may feel that it is barely enough for us. We might hesitate before we give anything to another, out of fear that we will not have enough, or simply because we do not let the need of the other into our mind and heart. Like the boy in the Gospel, our gifts may seem insignificant; we may feel that the little we have is not enough to truly make a difference in the life of another. Any who have given of themselves in service know that very often the opposite is true, however. We gain so much more than we give! Our gifts are called forth in community. We must trust that in giving for the sake of another, God's love will be known and shared. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Company

***Something new***In August, we are giving a special shout out to NEWLYWEDS!!! So, as always, invite friends, but es-pecially newly married! Same event. Same great content. Encouraging couples to spread the joy of marriage! Hundreds of couples, of all ages, from both KC dioceses have joined us (and now re-join us) for Date Night! We want you to do the same! We kick off your date with a happy (half) hour, appetizers, & a brief talk on faith+marriage+family… then you go finish your date together alone. It’s a great & meaningful (& fun) way to kick-start your date. Join us on the Plaza at Classic Cup (Cellar) on Thurs, August 2nd at 6:30-7:30pm to kick-off your Date Night!

Date Night is a School of Love event. Check it out online: www.schooloflovekc.com/date-night We are also on Facebook at fb.com/schooloflovekc and our FREE new community group SL Catholic Marriage & Family, where we are working to start providing content, for example: weekly coffee chats, suggestions, a la carte workshops, rec-ommendations, challenges and more.

Coping with Life Alone Peer-to-Peer Grief Support

This is a Beginning Experience grief support program that meets each week for 7 weeks. The program helps those who have lost a love relationship due to death, divorce or separa-tion, move through the experience of grief and loss into a future with renewed hope.

Upcoming program dates and location:

Kansas City, MO

Sundays, September 9 through October 21st at St. Patrick Church, lower level

1357 NE 42nd Terrace. KCMO 64116 Sessions will be from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Contact Donna at

816-305-3760 for information and registration.