Parish News - Weekly Bulletin

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 5, 2008
 

Rev. John Appiah, Pastor

NOTRE DAME CHURCH, DIOCESE OF KNOXVILLE, 212 MOUNT BETHEL ROAD, GREENEVILLE, TN 37745
RECTORY 423-639-9381, FAX 423-638-5219, OFFICE OF DRE/YOUTH MINISTER 423-639-9382
WEB SITE  http://notredamechurchtn.org/, E-MAIL: notredametn@embarqmail.com

Staff - Denise Michaud, Secretary/ Bookkeeper; Assistant - Joan Braden;  Dr. Fred Ricker, Music Director; Susan Collins, DRE and Youth Minister; Pianist - Peggy English; VIRTUS -trained Nursery Attendant, Darlene Gregg

Organizations/Other - Vandy Nachazel, Parish Council Chairperson; Gail Thompson, Notre Dame Council of Catholic Women; John Flanagan, Grand Knight -  K of C Council 6784; Bettye Bright, Volunteer Coordinator; Judy Collins, RCIA and Webmaster

EUCHARIST - Sat. 5:00 pm,  Sun. 8:00 am and 11:00 AM (Nursery), Sun. 3:00 pm Hispanic Mass, weekdays: 8:00 am
NURSERY - Every Sunday during 11:00 AM Mass. (Darlene Gregg is our Virtus-trained nursery attendant.)
NEWCOMERS -  Please register at the rectory.
OFFICE HOURS - Monday through Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

THE SACRAMENTS AT NOTRE DAME

BAPTISM:  Baptisms are celebrated as a part of the Sunday Eucharist services.  Preparation is required for the parents.  Please call the office to set an appointment to discuss preparation for this sacrament with Fr. John.

FIRST COMMUNION:  First Holy Communion is celebrated every year in the spring.  In order to participate, a child must have completed the first grade.  Preparation is provided as a part of the regular religious education program.  Please call Susan for more information.

CONFIRMATION:  Confirmation is celebrated every year in the spring.  In order to participate, a person must have completed their freshman year.  Preparation is provided as a part of the regular religious education program.  Please call Susan for more information.

MARRIAGE:    Our Diocese mandates a period of at least four months for marriage preparation.  Attendance at an Engaged Encounter weekend is required.  Please call the office to set an appointment to discuss preparation for this sacrament with Fr. John.  Contact Mike and Joan Eiffe at 865-938-5825 or mikeandjoan@mindspring.com for information regarding Engaged Encounter.

RECONCILIATION (PENANCE):  The regularly scheduled time for reconciliation is from 4:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. every Saturday.  In addition, special reconciliation services are held during Lent and Advent every year. You may call the office to schedule a reconciliation appointment with Fr. John as well.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK/COMMUNION:  Please call the office  to inform us of anyone who is hospitalized, in a nursing home, or otherwise unable to attend regularly-scheduled Masses.  Also, please inform us of upcoming surgery.  Please note that privacy laws prevent us from calling to get information about your condition when you are hospitalized unless you have given the hospital staff permission to speak to us.

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NOTRE DAME WEBSITE:  Please note that our website has a copy of each week’s bulletin as well as a Parish calendar for both the current month and the following month.  This is a good way to keep up with parish events on those weeks when you don’t make it to our church or when you misplace your bulletin.  The web address is: http://notredamechurchtn.org.

NEW PARISHONERS: Please fill out a registration form.  It is important for you to register so we have an accurate mailing address and so we can keep an accurate account of your contributions.  The forms are available in the church, or one can be mailed to you.  When the form has been completed, just send it to the office or drop it in the collection basket.

OUR SEMINARIAN'S INFORMATION:  All correspondence to our seminarian, Dustin Collins, can be sent to Dustin Collins, St. Meinrad School of Theology, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, Indiana 47577.    Phone - 812-357-6497    Email - dcollins@saintmeinrad.edu     Birthdate - October 13

TRAVELERS:  You can get the Mass schedules for churches in the area where you will be vacationing or visiting by going to www.masstimes.org.

SPECIAL MINISTERS SCHEDULE

SPECIAL MINISTERS' LISTS:  The schedules for the next three months have been mailed.  If you have not received your list, you should take one of the extras which are on a table in the hall.  Then, please call or e-mail the office so we can get your name on the mailing list.

MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST:  One of you will be designated as “sacristan.”  There is a list in the sacristy of your duties.  You need to be at church early so that you have time to go through the checklist.  This is especially important if there is a visiting priest.

PLEASE PRAY FOR (Please notify the office to add or delete names from this list):  Tony and Phyllis Bacchi; Dick Moore; Eleanor Bitner; Jim Terry; Lawrence Frye; Martha Renner; Paul Bassett; Delphine Resek; Lucian Price; Leroy Mabry; Jay Mills; Sarah Ormsbee; McKensy Fanatico; Adnana Gomez; Jim & Oni Paul; Dennis Bielecki; Eamon Treanor; Joan Heiny; Robert Ditto; Nancy Zdaniewicz; Mike Barekman; Steve Hendrickson; Mary Milch; Reneé Le Blanc; Dorothy Bullen; Karen Broyles; Garner Lane; Leona Hebert; Betty Drain; Peggy Konski; Ron Thompson & Kristina Thompson; Barbara Daily; Joyce Spohn; Wayne Cook; Alexander Thompson; Anthony McBride; David Davies; Judy Laney; Jerry Stack; Tom Hankins; David Whitaker; Marlon Bernado; the Newcomb Family; Crocetta Pidi; Harriet Alvarez; Lee Nora Shafer; Judy Hall; Kay Andrews; Frank & Carol Marcello; Virginia Nolen; Don Braden; Mitch Rivas; Louise Wilson; Fr. Andy; Jean Garibaldi; Greg Barrett; Eleanor Bitner & Gary Burgner; Helen Jones Carter; Ginny Hubbard; Terry Couch; Wayne Kiehna; Virginia Guthrie; Ana Maria; Warren Munson; Roy Roderick; Jeffrey Bielecki; Ron Resek; Roger Gardner; Sharlene Wilds; Johnny Collins; Jeff Rohn, Patricia Travis..

*CELEBRATE LIFE – SHARING THE GRIEF-SHARING THE LIVING: A four week series in cooperation with Joyce Daniels, MA, LSPE, grief specialist will be conducted at Laughlin Memorial Hospital on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm beginning October 7. Topics include emotional challenges, inner conflicts, coping with life's losses, and more. This is a free series. Call Laughlin Health Care Foundation at 787-5117 for more info or to register.

*PARENT PARTNERS is a program that offers support to parents who are experiencing bereavement issues related to the loss of an infant or child or related to severe health challenges of a child. Like the Sharing Grief program, Parent Partners is a four week program administered by the Laughlin Memorial Health Care Foundation in partnership with Joyce Daniels, MA, LSPE, grief specialist, and will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00-8:00pm beginning October 7. Call 787-5117 for more info or to register.

*WHAT HAVE YOU DONE FOR YOUR MARRIAGE TODAY? Celebrate the Good News of married love. Check out the US Bishops' updated website encouraging married couples on their lifetime journey. Go to www.foryourmarriage.org. Share the Good News with friends and family.

*THE CATHOLIC VOTE matters!   Did you know that Catholics have determined the outcome of each presidential election since 1972?   In the 2004 election, 63% of Catholics voted vs. 52% of the general population.  The next president could replace THREE Supreme Court justices!  This election will shape many issues important to Catholics such as:  Abortion, Iraq War, Same-sex Marriage, Immigration, Health Care, Stem Cell Research, and more.  Our Sunday Visitor (OSV) has pamphlets and prayer cards available to help Catholic voters make informed decisions before heading to the polls in November.  For more information, call 1-800-348-2886.

*CCW is in need of freezer/microwaveable containers for individual servings of meals, soups, or desserts that they will be taking to parishioners who need assistance.  Containers that you can buy lunch meat in are microwaveable.  If the number in the triangle on the bottom of a plastic container is higher than or equal to 5 --> then the container is safe to use.  Place clean containers in the designated box under the back table in the Parish Hall.  Also, you may contact Gail Thompson at 423- 623-7468 if you would like to make meals to share.  Foods that can be frozen and easily reheated are best.

*MEMORIAL TO THE UNBORN- ORDERED BRICKS:  So sorry for the delay. The vendor's equipment broke, delaying the inscription of the last bricks of our orders.  When they are received, they, and the 14 inscribed loose bricks (now at the memorial) will be laid in the walkway. (The vendor now is 5 weeks late to his original completion forecast). I apologize for the premature 'completion' announcement. Dick Nojeim 639-4197.

*NOTRE DAME GOLF OUTING - OCTOBER 20: A fundraiser for our new Parish / Family Life Center on Mon., Oct. 20 at noon at Andrew Johnson Golf Course. More golfers, sponsors and volunteers are still needed to participate in our Notre Dame golf outing.  Whether you wish to help sponsor the golf outing, or you would like to help in any way, or you can play in the outing, there are forms in the parish hall for you to fill out. If you have agreed to play, make check payable to Notre Dame and put "Gol Outing" in the memo field; submit by October 6.  Pease call Andy Chaloux (639-5605) for information.

*MASS INTENTIONS SCHEDULE - Please join us to pray the Rosary 30 minutes before each Mass every weekend.
Saturday 10/4, 5:00 p.m.- † Louis Kerpan Sr. by Amanda Norris
Sunday 10/5, 8:00 a.m.- For Seminarians, 11:00 a.m.- For Employees and Employers, 3:00 p.m,- For Exiles and Refugees
Monday 10/6, 8:00 a.m.- SI Michelle Li & Children by Don & Joan Braden
Tuesday 10/7, 8:00 a.m.- SI Carol Zoller by Don & Joan Braden
Wednesday 10/8, 8:00 a.m.- † Mrs. Heffernan by Thomas Plummer
Thursday 10/9, 8:00 a.m.- † Lucille Meyer by Jerry & Judy Collins
Friday 10/10, 8:00 a.m.- † Margaret Meyer by Clayton & Missy Meyer
Saturday 10/11, 5:00 p.m.- † Margaret Irrera by Richard & Loretta Martino
Sunday 10/12, 8:00 a.m.- For the People of Notre Dame, 11:00 a.m.- June Groseibl by Albert Grosebls, 3:00 p.m,- For Expectant Parents

*MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday  10/5, 9:30 a.m.- Elementary Religious Education, 2:00 p.m.- English as a Second Language, 12:00 p.m.-Choir Practice
Monday 10/6, 9:30 a.m.- Quilters, 5:30 p.m.- Hispanic Ministry
Tuesday 10/7, 8:30 a.m.- Tuesday Work Crew, 7:00 p.m.- RCIA (Ganz House)-Trinity
Wednesday 10/8, 6:00 p.m.- High School Faith Formation, 7:00 p.m.- Choir Practice, 7:00 p.m.- Middle School Meeting
Saturday 10/11, 8:30 a.m.- K of C Dinner and Auction, 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 10/12, 9:30 a.m.- Elementary Religious Education, 2:00 p.m.- English as a Second Language

*MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GATHERING: All students in the 6th through 8th grades are invited to a planning meeting for the "Haunted House" for our Trunk or Treat on Wed., October 8 at 7 p.m.  at the outdoor pavillion (weather permitting). Bring all ideas with you. A work day is set for October 19 after the 11 a.m. Mass to decorate the basement in the Ganz house. Make plans now to attend and parents are welcome!

*RENEW-WHY CATHOLIC: Year 2 of this faith-sharing and learning program will begin during the week of October 5, focusing on the Sacraments. If you haven't already signed up, there's still time. Choices for available times and days may be found on the table in the parish hall, and books may be purchased from Susan Collins.

*DIOCESAN FALL YOUTH CONFERENCE: Deadline to register (have permission slip and money to our youth minister, Susan Collins) is Sunday, October 5th. The conference will be at St. Patrick Church in Morristown on Nov. 1 & 2 and the presenters will be Mike Patin and Ceili Rain. Cost is $85.00 per person and is limited to 250 people from the entire Knoxville Diocese. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and after quota is reached a waiting list will be established. Monetary Sponsorship is needed of any amount and name or logo will be placed on the sponsor banner. This is instead of selling ads for a program as in the past. Baked good snacks are also needed for the weekend. Contact Susan if you can assist at 639-9382.

*KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DINNER & AUCTION: The annual event will be in Notre Dame Parish Hall on Sat., October 11th. Dinner  at 6:15 p.m. and the Auction will follow at 7:00 p.m. The dinner will consist of Cincinnati style Chili and Spaghetti – with shredded cheddar cheese if you like.  Hot Dogs available for the youngsters of any age, along with drinks and desserts.  “Take-outs” will be available. The auction will follow with many new items, gift certificates and home-made baked goods.  The Knights request your support with donations of any type of saleable merchandise (excluding TVs, computers, and clothing) from your attics and basements for this exciting Auction.  Leave the items in the Rectory Carport.  If you have questions or have large items for pick-up, please call Tom Quint at 787-9230, George Toth at 638-7231 or Tom DuBois at 278-8831.Tickets will be available from any Knight after any Mass or at the door the night of the event.  Ticket donations are $6.50 for adults 13 and up, $3.00 for children 6-12, and free for those 5 and under. Cash Door Prizes with the Grand Prize = $200, 2nd prize = $100 and many other Door Prizes will be given away. You must be present to win. EDDIE YOKLEY, Tennessee Representative, will be the Auctioneer!!!

*VIRTUS – safe environment awareness program adopted by the Diocese of Knoxville to help protect God's Children will be presented at Notre Dame on Thurs., October 16. Registration is requested on line at www.virtus.org click on side bar "registration". There are two times to choose from: 9 a.m. or 7 p.m. Any adult working with youth and all Confirmation Sponsors are required to have Virtus training. Another session will be at St. Patrick Church on Sun., Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. in their parish hall.

*CATECHETICAL DAY: Notre Dame will host one of the Catechetical Days, in collaboration with Aquinas College and conducted by the Dominican Sisters of Nashville on Sat., October 18 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Register on line at www.dioceseofknoxville.org and click on Resources / ETC, then on the left side bar, click on Event Registration and scroll down for event. Information booklet available on the table in parish hall or contact Susan Collins. Open to all – not just for catechists!

*DIOCESAN DAY:  The date will be November 15 from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.  The theme this year is "My Teaching Is Not Mine, But His Who Sent Me", and the keynote speaker is Fr. Thomas Loya who will bring the principles of The Theology of the Body deep into the lived experience of every aspect of human sexuatlity.  Other speakers are Fr. Richard Hogan, Sheila Garcia, plus Alejandro Gomez Monteverde and Leo Servino who is the director and writer/producer of the movie Bella.  Registration fee is $25 until October 10; after that it is $30 until November 10.

EVENING OF DISCERNMENT:  Are you open to the possibility of discerning a vocation to the priesthood?  On Thursday, October 16, an Evening of Discernment will be held for all men who are interested in learning about discernment and the life of the priest.  The evening will be held at the Catholic Center at ETSU in Johnson City and will run from 6 pm until 9 pm.  The gathering will gebin with Evening Prayer followed by dinner and then a couple of hours discussing discernment and the life of the priest.  The evening is open to all men: college, post-college, working, and juniors and seniors in high school.  The atmosphere for the evening is relaxed and casual.  For more information regarding the evening, contact your parish priest or Fr. Michael Cummins, Diocesan Vocation Promoter, at 423-926-7061 or etsucatholiccenter@yahoo.com.

THANKSGIVING PIE SALE:  Wouldn’t you love to have “homemade” pies for Thanksgiving and NOT have to bake them yourself?  The Notre Dame Council of Catholic Women will be baking apple, pecan, and pumpkin pies on the Wednesday morning before Thanksgiving.  Just prepay/preorder your pies after Mass on October 18-19 or November 1-2, and they will be ready for pickup in the Notre Dame Parish Hall between 12:00 noon and 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 26.  The deadline for ordering is Sunday, November 23.

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