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St. Francis of Assisi Parish 861 North Socora, Wichita, Kansas 67212
Sunday, November 5, 2017—Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
Father’s Focus Whinings, Wiggles, and Whispers
Jesus said to the apostles, “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them” (Matt 19:14). This passage is revolutionary. Within different periods of history, as at the time of Jesus, children have been looked down upon in various ways. In various cultures throughout history they are treated without rights, they cannot look an adult in the eye, or they cannot approach an adult unless addressed. At the time when Jesus said, “Let the children come to me” children were not to approach an adult, especially a Rabbi. Yet Jesus was approached by children so the apostles did what was customary: they tried to shew them away. Jesus, however, would have none of that. He in fact rebuked the Apostles, asked for the children to come to him, and thereby corrected a cultural flaw: children are to be received with dignity. We too, must be inheritors of this lesson of Jesus. It sometimes happens in Church that older adults get frustrated with children in Church. In some instances older adults have shown their annoyance by scowling at the children, looking angrily at parents, are even saying something rude to the caretakers. This cannot be the case at St. Francis of Assisi parish. We cannot be a pro-life Church and then get frustrated at the whinings, wiggles, and whispers of young children at Mass. Just as Jesus said, “Let the children come to me and do not prevent them,” so too, as fellow parishioners at St. Francis we are called to let the children come to Mass and do not get annoyed at them. We are no longer in a culture where children are without rights, are to be looked down upon, or cannot be free to be youthful in public. Children, and parents of children, have the right and privilege to remain in Mass wiggles and all. At the same time, we do not ascribe to a “Disney” culture where children rule the day and parents are seen as incapable or unfair. In Christian culture parents have definite authority over their children. Parents do have the right to teach a child proper discipline in a Church, even if that means having to correct them several times throughout Mass. Furthermore, parents know the difference between an infant and toddler who is acting out as children sometimes do and an infant or a toddler who is calling attention to him or herself by over-exaggerating their noise or movement. Parents are asked to be prudent about the whinings, wiggles, and whispers of their infants and toddlers and respond accordingly. As a pastor, I am not concerned with the normal noises and movements children make at Mass. But I also know that there are times when children need to get taken to the foyer or the back of Church. A parent should feel free to make this choice on their own without the glares, stares, or “guffaws” of people who may be annoyed. Mass is a family affair – the entire family should feel welcome.
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ADORATION CHAPEL “There is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part…” Luke 10:42
“There is a cacophony of voices calling out to you; there are a thousand influences pulling you this way and that. What’s the one necessary thing? It is to listen to the voice of Jesus as he tells you of his love and he tells you who you are.” Bishop Robert Barron
He is living there. He wants us to speak to Him!
Urgent Need: Fridays from 1:00-2:00 pm.
Call Sandy Rongish at 990-6647 or Jenny Morgan at 721-8871 if you would like to sign up.
PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST Cub Scout Pack 762 will have their famous All-You-Can-Eat Pancake and Sausage Breakfast this Sunday, November 5 from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm in St. Clare Hall. Proceeds help fund Pack 762’s Scouting Adventure. Thank you for your support!
BAPTISMS If you are a registered member here at St. Francis and need to schedule a baptism please call the Church office, 722-4404.
CARING HANDS “I was hungry and you gave me to eat”. We must help others in His name. The mission of Caring Hands is: Helping parish families during times of need. Stewardship Volunteers deliver meals twice per week. If someone you know is in need, or if you would like to volunteer your talents please call the church office 722-4404 for more information.
STEWARDSHIP RENEWAL Each member of our parish family is again invited to reflect on how we can live our lives as Christian stewards. You should have received your St. Francis Stewardship Directory and Stewardship packet containing your personalized annual stewardship renewal forms. A form to update your demographic information along with all forms needed by the parish to register a child in school are included in this year’s stewardship packet. Everyone in our parish family is invited to reflect on the importance of living stewardship as a way of life. Please commit to being a good steward through a written pledge of your gifts to God for the coming year. If you do not receive a packet, please contact the church office. All forms are due into the church office by Sunday, November 19.
ALL COUNCIL MINUTES AVAILABLE ON-LINE Parishioners can now see the All Council Minutes on our website. Go to www.stfranciswichita.com click on “Communications” then “Council Minutes”.
News & Notes
What’s Happening Monday, November 6—Legion of Mary will meet in St.
Bonaventure Center after the 8:00 am Mass.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul will meet at 7:00 pm in the St. Agnes of Assisi Ministry House.
St. Francis Girls’ Ensemble, 8th grade through high school, will rehearse from 7:00-8:00 pm in St. Clare Hall Music Room. All young ladies are welcome to join us.
Tuesday, November 7—Marian Mantle Rosary Group meets following the 8:00 am Mass to pray for loved ones who no longer practice the faith.
The Tuesday Morning Bible Study meets in St. Bonaventure Center from 9:00-10:30 am.
The Immaculate Heart of Mary Rosary Group prays the rosary each Tuesday at 7:30 pm in the Church. All are welcome. This week’s petition is “Jesus, we pray for our friends, family members, and members of our parish who have passed away and may be suffering in Purgatory. By Your Divine Mercy, may they be freed from their suffering and enter into the eternal joy of heaven.”
Wednesday, November 8—RCIA meets in St. Clare Hall from 6:30-8:00 pm.
St. Francis 10:00 Choir will rehearse at 7:00 pm in Clare Hall Music Room. Everyone, high school age and up, is invited to sing with us.
St. Francis Men’s Ensemble will rehearse at 8:30 pm in Clare Hall Music Room. All men of the parish are welcome.
Thursday, November 9—Ladies Rosary Group will meet in St. Bonaventure Center from 10:00 am –12:00 pm. All ladies are welcome.
Friday, November 10—Bible Study. We will meet in St. Bonaventure Center after the 8:00 am Mass. We will be studying James.
Saturday, November 11—The Rosary will be prayed after the 8:00 am Mass in the church. All are invited.
Wednesday, November 15—Mary’s Moms Bible Study and Play Group in St. Clare Hall from 9:30-11:00 am. Our lesson this week is “Always a Mother”.
Stewardship
STEWARDSHIP CORNER (Each week we will highlight a different committee) Welcoming/Hospitality Mission: To greet and welcome each new parishioner to the St. Francis of Assisi Family, so that they may feel comfortable living as disciples of Christ in St. Francis of Assisi Parish. To provide new parishioners with helpful reference information and to encourage them to become involved in the various organizations and ministries found at St. Francis of Assisi.
ADULT BIBLE STUDY – FOOTPRINTS OF GOD: ABRAHAM (BY STEPHEN RAY) Discover Abraham, the only man called the “Friend of God” in this remarkable adventure. Abraham heard the call of God and abandoned everything to go to the faraway land of promise. When required to offer his son as a sacrifice, Abraham held the course and pledged trust and obedience to God. Join us in this four-week video study which combines biography, travel documentary, Bible study, apologetics course and Church history study all rolled into one. Participants may choose to attend either: Sunday mornings beginning on November 5 at 9:45 am OR Wednesday evenings beginning on November 8 at 6:30 pm. There is no cost to the participant for this study. All classes are held on the SFA Campus. Pre-registration is requested but not required. To register or for questions, contact Julie Schoenberger at [email protected] or call 644-7285.
“IGNITE” RETREAT Have you wanted to have a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit? Have you wondered how the Third Person of the Trinity works in each individual? Then an “Ignite” retreat is for you! Our next “Ignite” is set for Friday, November 17 from 6:30-9:30 pm and Saturday, November 18 beginning at 9:00 am and concluding with 5:00 pm Mass. Prayerfully consider attending this one time retreat to enliven your awareness and love for the Holy Spirit. To register e-mail Lisa Martin at [email protected] or Vanessa Condreay at [email protected]. Space is limited so please register before Wednesday November 8.
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BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS Parish nurses will be in the Bride’s Room in the back of church after all the Masses next weekend November 4 & 5.
FRIENDS OF FRANCIS! “Friends of Francis” is for those over 40. This gathering will take place on the 1st Monday of the Month. The format of the group is simple: 6:30-7:00 pm social, 7:00-7:30 pm presentation, 7:30-8:00 pm discussion, 8:00-9:00 pm social. Our next gather-ing will be Monday, November 6. Babysitting is available. Simply call Sarah Steinert at 316-613-9507 to RSVP your children.
CONTRIBUTION REPORT Week ending October 29, 2017 Contributions ................................................................. $84,751 Required Funds ............................................................ $100,365 Total............................................................................... $(15,614)
July 2017 to Date Contributions ............................................................ $1,567,421 Required Funds ......................................................... $1,806,570 Total.............................................................................$(239,149) Deficit Contributions—This Year ..................... $10,000
Youth News 4 MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS Will meet this Tuesday, November 7 from 7:00-8:30 pm in St. Agnes Ministry House. The SFA Parish Nurse Ministry has formed this group for those that struggle with mental health issues and also for those close to them. All are welcome to join us the first Tuesday of every month, no registration is required and you can come to one or all of our gatherings. This is a safe place to come learn and share.
MISCARRIAGE & STILLBIRTH SUPPORT GROUP
Child of My Heart is a grief sharing group offering spiritual and emotional support for parents who have lost a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. Our gatherings will be the 2nd Monday of every month in St. Bonaventure Center. We will meet on Monday, November 13 at 7:30 pm. Questions please call or text Becky at 210-1098.
MASS OF HEALING AND ANOINTING Fr. Jarrod Lies will celebrate a Mass of Healing and Anointing on Thursday, November 16 at 11:00 am. All in the parish are invited to attend. Harvest House will have a potluck luncheon and meeting following in St. Clare Hall. If you are 55 and over and would like to join us for the luncheon please bring a covered dish to share. For more information please contact Mardella at 722-4179 or John at 722-7611.
LITURGICAL MUSIC FOR THE HOLIDAYS 1. Christmas Mass Instrumentalists. If there are any parishioners who would like to form a group to play at the 8:30 or 11:30 am Mass on Christmas Day, we will meet on Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00 pm to plan and begin practices. 2. High School students who would like to help sing for the 5:00 pm Mass Christmas Eve are invited to come to rehearsal on Mondays from 6:30-7:30 pm. 3. Singers are welcome to come for a one-time great participation experience at the Christmas Midnight Mass. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 pm. 4. The Men’s Choir would welcome any men who would like to participate in singing at the 10:00 am Mass on Christmas Day. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 8:30-9:30 pm. All of the above rehearse in the St. Clare Hall Music Room.
WHAT CYM IS ALL ABOUT St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Youth Ministry assists parents in forming the children into life long disciples of Jesus Christ. All high school students are invited and encouraged to attend Wed-nesday night activities from 8:00-9:30 pm in Assisi Hall. You can find us in the walkway at our check in table each Wednesday.
“Let no one have contempt for your youth, but set an example for those who believe, in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12
HERE IS WHAT’S HAPPENING. . . CYM meets on Wednesdays from 8:00-9:30 pm
*Wednesday, November 8—Holy Hour, Benediction and Confessions *Wednesday, November 15—CYM *Sunday, November 19—Coffee and Rolls after 8:30 and 10:00 Masses in the front walkway *Wednesday, November 22—No CYM—Happy Thanksgiving *Wednesday, November 29—Be Grateful, Give Thanks, Eat Pie!! *Sunday, December 3—Coffee and Rolls after 8:30 and 10:00 Masses in the front walkway *Wednesday, December 6—Fr. Jarrod will speak about being Somebody’s Somebody Else *Wednesday, December 13—Holy Hour, Benediction and Confessions
COME HELP DECORATE THE RECTORY
On Sunday, November 19 from 3:00-5:00 pm CYM will help decorate the rectory and have a pizza party. We are in need of 10-15 students and 5-6 adults to come and help put lights on the house and the trees. If you are available to help please email Emily Savage at [email protected].
THE FIAT DISCERNMENT RETREAT
Fiat Ministries is devoted to encouraging young women to answer “yes” to the vocation God is calling them too. The Fiat Discernment Retreat is an opportunity for young women to ask questions, pray, listen, and open their hearts to the Lord’s will. Throughout this weekend of discernment, participants will receive wisdom through prayer, presentations by religious sisters, recreation, and fellowship. Single women, age 18-27 who are seeking to do God’s will, are invited to attend the upcoming Fiat Discernment Retreat December 15-17 at the Spiritual Life Center. The cost of the retreat is $25 which includes meals, lodging and materials. If you are interested in attending or would like more information please contact Emily at [email protected] or call 316-213-4478. Registration is now open online at http://www.fiatministries.org/discernment-retreat. Please register by December 11.
SERVERS/MC’S WEEKDAY LECTORS Monday, November 6 8:00 am A. Sauer/L. O’Connor 5:30 pm B. Wadlowe/C. Hampel Suzanne Buchanan Tuesday, November 7 8:00 am A. Harter/E. Neville 5:30 pm J. Vasquez/P. Burns Danny Burt Wednesday, November 8 8:00 am K. Mitchell/L. Carter 5:30 pm L. Timmermeyer/T. McCormick Dave Carter Thursday, November 9 8:00 am A. Simon/C. Seiler 5:30 pm J. Lara/L. Taylor Jeff Cerre Friday, November 10 8:00 am M. Mullen/J. Pearson 5:30 pm G. McElhiney/H. Faber Helen Cole Saturday, November 11 8:00 am I. Sanchez/Seiler Bob Voboril 5:00 pm A. Bye/G. Ast/S. Charlton/J. Vo 7:00 pm J. Sanburn/K. McClure/K. Gulick/F. Barles Sunday, November 12 7:00 am A. Avant/J. Miller/N. Brown 8:30 am G. Schuster/L. Zarchan/R. Haneberg/A. Seiler 10:00 am A. Mauler/B. Booth/T. Stewart/K. Farley 11:30 am J. Pearson/K. Reynaga/S. Jordan/G. Hauge 1:00 pm J. Weakland/L. Becker/M. Gallant/D. Lehmann
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Monday, November 6 8:00 am Dec. Mem. of Legion of Mary 5:30 pm Thomas Rosner Tuesday, November 7 8:00 am Inez Franklin 5:30 pm Carol Ridder Wednesday, November 8 8:00 am Mike & Dylan Schuckman 5:30 pm Mike McNeil Thursday, November 9 8:00 am Derrol Dvorak 5:30 pm Leo & Marie Burke Friday, November 10 8:00 am Pearlie Thomas 5:30 pm Fred Abel Saturday, November 11 8:00 am Marlene Kerschen 5:00 pm For the People 7:00 pm Michael Pracht Sunday, November 12 7:00 am Donald Dagenais 8:30 am Liv. & Dec. Mem. Alex Baalman Family 10:00 am Ronald Owens 11:30 am Wally Walters 1:00 pm Robert Kuhlmann
Liturgical Stewards
ELIJAH CUP Please check in with Priest before Mass. To sign up please call the Church Office at 722-4404 November 11-12—Tim Fox Family November 18-19—Kim Frangenberg Family
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DISCOVERING CHRIST Discovering Christ is coming to St Francis again in February 2018! If you are interested in being a table facilitator/helper or maybe a coordinator, we are having a drop in question and answer session on Sunday, November 12 and Sunday, November 19 in St. Clare Hall from 12:30 to 2:30 pm. Please join us!
FORMED.ORG Will give you 24/7 access to the best Catholic content on any device with internet access. Go to www.formed.org, you should see the registration box for parishioners. Enter Parish Code: 9RMP79. Now, set up a username and a password. You are all set to use all the great programs on FORMED.org anytime and anywhere.
FIND YOUR GREATNESS Are you ready to be re-energized about your faith? Plan to join us for an exciting event as Dynamic Catholic brings “Find Your Greatness” with Dominick Albano to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton next Sunday, November 12 from 2:00-6:00 pm. Discover the four habits that will radically transform your life! For more information and to purchase tickets visit DynamicCatholic.com or stop the St. Francis church office.
SALT & LIGHT-SPONSORS FREE CONCERT Salt & Light-The Wichita Catholic Young Adult group is sponsoring a free concert by Kevin Heider, a Catholic musi-cian from Love Good Music on Tuesday, November, 14, begin-ning at 7:30 pm. The concert will be held here at St. Francis of Assisi in St. Clare Hall. Parishioners of all ages are encouraged to attend. Free-will donations will be accepted.
PERSONAL ADS House for Rent—3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Country Acres. Available October 30. $1,100 per month. Please call 491-0440. Housecleaning: Hardworking, 17 year old Bishop Carroll student is looking for a housecleaning job 3-4 hours a week on Saturday afternoons. Ideal for an older person/couple needing assistance with laundry, weekly cleaning, etc. Please call Teresa at 316-218-8000. Housecleaning: Maria’s Housekeeping, call Maria at 350-4989 or email [email protected].
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LECTOR / COMMENTATOR Saturday, November 11 5:00 pm Laurie Briggs/Liz Charles 7:00 pm Mike Buchanan/Cynthia Powers Sunday, November 12 7:00 am John Hermann/Bob Voboril 8:30 am Sally Stump/Michael George 10:00 am Devona Lies/Suzanne Buchanan 11:30 am Jeff McAnarney/Marcia McAnarney 1:00 pm Linda Shinogle/Brad Streeter Saturday, November 18 5:00 pm Maria Douglas/Adam Hein 7:00 pm Sean Hudspeth/Jeff Cerre Sunday, November 19 7:00 am Johanna Forshee/Need Volunteer 8:30 am Kristin Martin/Sarah Westbury 10:00 am Riley Rathbun/Slade LaMunyon 11:30 am Matthew Cerre/Judy Stengel 1:00 pm Sondra Garvey/Randy Phelps
OFFERTORY GIFTS Saturday, November 11 5:00 pm Kevin & Patty Quilty 7:00 pm Stacey Polley Sunday, November 12 8:30 am Brian & Rosanne Petty 10:00 am John & Shannon Pirtle 11:30 am John & Cheryl Poettker 1:00 pm Robert & Lisa Prichard Saturday, November 18 5:00 pm Michael & Linda Sabala 7:00 pm Joshua & Sara Radell Sunday, November 19 8:30 am Wayne & Theresa Schremmer 10:00 am Donald & Cynthia Powers 11:30 am Ramon & Hilda Reynaga 1:00 pm Daniel Schoenberger
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Saturday, November 11 5:00 pm Jean & Bill Heimann/Janice McClure Kay Suchan/Need Volunteer 7:00 pm Amy & Don Brugman/Lisa Hinson Jill & Roger Kerschen Sunday, November 12 7:00 am Mary Carter/Rita Landwehr/Sarah Westbury Stephanie Seiler/Jim Rundell 8:30 am Sherry & Ed Berger/Joseph Hein Rod Dix/Thomas Mayhill 10:00 am Stephanie, Kian, Steven Farley Monica Hammer/Sharon Sanders 11:30 am Kathleen & Robert Timmermeyer/Jerry Pates Maggie & Robert Orris 1:00 pm Carole Conley/Collette Schumacher/Susan Fry Ryan Biedron/Steve Gonzales
Liturgical Stewards 6 Parish Directory
PRAYER REQUESTS Donna: (8:00 am-6:00 pm) ......................... 316.722.6204 Kevin or Karen: (6:00-10:00 pm) ............. 316.721.1771 E-mail ............................. [email protected] KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #4118 .................. 316.461.6481
ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA LIBRARY Hours: Friday 8:30-9:30 am & Sunday 9:30 am-1:00 pm. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY Call 706-7185 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Phone ...................................................... 1.800.848.LOVE NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING Those interested in attending NFP classes may contact the diocesan office at 316-685-6776. Website: www.nfpwichita.org. PROJECT RACHEL If you or a friend is hurting from an abortion, please call 316-634-1300 today.
LOST AND FOUND Please check Lost and Found in front walkway. Items will only be kept for two weeks before donating to Good Will.
CHANGES Please keep the Church Office informed of changes in names, addresses, phone numbers, etc. By letting us know you have moved, we can save money on postage returns and keep our membership roster up to date.
BULLETIN NOTICES Must be submitted to church office no later than 9:00 am Tuesday.
SACRAMENTS Baptisms: After weekend Masses by appointment only. Par-ents registered here at St. Francis please call the church office at 722-4404. Matrimony: Call the priest at the Rectory at least 9 months in advance.
MUSIC SCHEDULE Saturday, November 11—5:00 pm Ryan Dick/Melissa Seiler 7:00 pm Ann Chase/Talia Powers Sunday, November 12—8:30 am Julie Riedlinger/Mary Lou Harding 10:00 am Matthew Schippers/Traditional Choir 11:30 am Sr. Stephanie Heskamp/Dominic Bacha 1:00 pm Sr. Stephanie Heskamp/Marcia Bradfield
PARISH STAFF Fr. C. Jarrod Lies ................. (cell phone) 316.304.5291 E-Mail ................................... [email protected] Fr. Andrew Labenz .............. (cell phone) 620.960.2687 E-Mail .............................. [email protected] Fr. Andrew Walsh .............................................................. E-Mail ............................... [email protected] Medical Emergency Number ................ 316.531.0184 Emily Savage, Dir. Youth/Young Adult ... 316-722-4404 Vanessa Condreay, Confirmation Coordinator 316.640.8527 Kelly Brandt, Parish School of Religion ........ 316.641.5852 Mary Carter, School Principal ....................... 316.722.5171
PARISH OFFICE/RECTORY Office .............................................................. 316.722.4404 Fax .................................................................. 316.722.4738 Website .................................... www.stfranciswichita.com E-Mail ..................................... [email protected]
SCHOOL Phone.............................................................. 316.722.5171 Fax .................................................................. 316.722.0492
