Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

St Mary Church - 812-482-7041

Fr. Joseph F. Erbacher, “Fr. Effie”, Pastor, Ext 33 ………………………………………………….....jerbacher@evdio.org

Deacon John Huether……………….…….jhuether@evdio.org

Dianne Gogel, Secretary, Ext. 21………..dgogel@evdio.org

Sherri Hartley, Secretary, Ext. 22……..chartley@evdio.org

Stan Heim, Property Manager, Ext. 36..sheim@evdio.org

Martha Schmitt, PCL, Ext. 45…….....mjschmitt@evdio.org

Charlene Sermersheim, Music…..……….…….812-482-7837

Annette Weidenbenner, Cleaning ……….…..812-630-7870

Parish Contacts

Bereavement Meals, Sherri Hartley………....812-482-7041

Church Decorations, Janet Schitter……..…...812-482-3500

Finance Council, Audrey Wehr…..……………..812-639-3393

Holy Trinity Catholic School, Lauren Emerson……………….. ……………812-482-7041, Ext 40…...….lemerson@evdio.org

Ireland K of C, Grand Knight, Tony Bryan…………………….... …………...812-827-3234………….Anthony.bryan@twc.com

Ireland K of C Building Rental, Allen Reckelhoff ………………………………………………………….……..812-631-4449

Parish Council President, Pat Gress…………..812-639-0795

Prayer Line, Bev Himsel………………………......812-639-1384

St Anne’s Society, President, Bonnie Meadows …………..………………………………………...…….…..812-631-2025

Director of St John Bosco Youth Ministry - Angie Greulich………………………………………....812-481-2442 812-639-4227

St. Mary’s Mission Statement: St. Mary Church is a community of faith united in Eucharist and committed to seeking God through prayer; sharing our gifts of time, talent and treasure; providing formation and education for children and adults; responding to the needs of people by sharing our faith and resources. We are dedicated to living and proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

March 18, 2018

St. Mary Church

P O B OX 67 · I R E L A N D , I N 47 5 4 5 - 0 0 67 2 8 2 9 N 5 0 0 W · J A S P E R , I N 47 5 4 6

F R . J O S E P H F. E R B AC H E R , “ E F F I E ” , PA S T O R

Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23, 2018

Readings for the Week of September 23, 2018

Sunday: Wis 2:12, 17-20/Ps 54:3-4, 5, 6-8 [6b]/Jas 3:16--4:3/Mk 9:30-37

Monday: Prv 3:27-34/Ps 15:2-3a, 3bc-4ab, 5 [1]/Lk 8:16-18

Tuesday: Prv 21:1-6, 10-13/Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44 [35]/Lk 8:19-21

Wednesday: Prv 30:5-9/Ps 119:29, 72, 89, 101, 104, 163 [105]/Lk 9:1-6

Thursday: Eccl 1:2-11/Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14 and 17bc [1]/Lk 9:7-9

Friday: Eccl 3:1-11/Ps 144:1b and 2abc, 3-4 [1]/Lk 9:18-22

Saturday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 4-5 [1]/Jn 1:47-51

Next Sunday: Nm 11:25-29/Ps 19:8, 10, 12-13, 14 [9a]/Jas 5:1-6/Mk 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

St. Mary Church Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 7:00am & 10:00am

Tuesday at 6:00pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday at 7:30am No Friday Mass this week

*When there is a funeral, there is no weekday morning scheduled Mass.

Confessions First Friday 6:45-7:10am Saturday 3:30-4:10pm

Or by appointment at any time. *On Saturday when there is a wedding, there will be no confessions.

Anointing of the Sick: If facing surgery, dealing with a chronic illness, serious acci-dent or nearing the end of life, notify the parish office if you would like Fr. Erbacher to administer Anointing of the Sick.

Sacrament of Baptism: Baptisms will take place the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month with Fr. Erbacher or Deacon John. Call the Parish Office to make an appointment.

Mass Intentions

Sat-Sept 22 4:30 pm Leroy, Kathy & Kurt Witte No Private Confessions - Schmitt/Hochgesang Wedding

Sun-Sept 23 7:00 am Members of St. Mary Parish 10:00 am Larry & Bernita Stenftenagel Mon-Sept 24 7:30 am John F & Evelyn Jo Erbacher, Jack, Jeff & Judy Tues-Sept 25 6:00 pm DeWayne & Carol Chappell

Wed-Sept 26 7:30 am Jerome & Laverne Sermersheim Family 10:30 am Helen Renner (Timbers Nursing Facility)

Thurs-Sept 27 7:30 am Eugenia “Jeanie” Mehringer Fri-Sept 28 No Mass

Sat-Sept 29 4:30 pm Dave Schroeder Private Confessions 3:30-4:10pm

Sun-Sept 30 7:00 am Members of St. Mary Parish 10:00 am Sylvester Boehm Family

Church Support

Budgeted Weekly Operating Costs: $14,000.00 Collection for the weekend of September 15 & 16

Sunday Collection………....….…..………...………...……..$ 7,235.00 Average Electronic Weekly Giving for September..$ 4,880.75 Children’s Collection…………………………………………...$ 1.80 Total Collection……………………..……………………….…..$ 12,117.55

Short....……………………………..…………………..……………$ (1,882.45)

Year-To-Date-Budget (7-1-18 to current)…..……….$ 168,000.00 Year-To-Date-Total..……………………….………………….$ 163,824.66

Year-To-Date-Difference………….…………………………$ (4,175.34)

Campaign Goal………………….……………………………....$ 6,000,000.00 Amount in Pledges (as of 09-17-18)……….………..…$ 5,491,106.48 Cash Collected to date (as of 09-17-18)……......…..$ 3,781,211.54

Thank You!!

Mass Attendance for September 15 & 16

4:30pm [165] 7:00am [190] 10:00am [255]

Please use your envelope if you are going to one of the area churches. They do come back to our parish. Another way to make sure your tithing is coming to St. Mary is to go electronic. This can be by electron-ic check payment from your bank or by ACH through the parish office. This is an easy way to make your donations on a recurring basis and not have to worry about your tithing envelopes.

Happy Birthday to the following parishioners who will be celebrating their Birthday Sept 22 to Sept 28;

September 22: Abby Brescher, Jordan Buchta, Haley Hudson, Kathy Kern, Mason Kleiser, Dave Neuhoff, Jennifer Stemle, Mary Jean Werner

September 23: Bekam Best, Bill Brosmer, Janet Klem, Glen Lehmkuhler, Brooke Mehringer, Karsyn Sander, Jeff Stenftenagel, Sophie Weidenbenner, Steve Williams

September 24: Shari Gress, Judy Herzog, Scott Kunkel, Becky Oser, Bernie Rasche, Mikayla Sadler, Brandon Scherle, Brian Schmitt

September 25: Luke Hopf, Diana Mehringer, Chad Peckenpaugh, Denise Schitter, Jerry Schuck, Gerald Schuetter

September 26: Brian Bachman, Keisha Oser, Gabe Schmitt, Jaclyn Schmitt, Carl Underwood

September 27: Joe Auffart, Clara Baglan, Fred Boehm, Luke Buchta, Gable Byrd, Jacob Dudenhoeffer, Ken Leinenbach, Frank Senninger

September 28: Steve Buechler, James Cook, Pam Holtz, Ron James, Matt Jochim, Brad Merkley, Kent Murry

Congratulations!

Diocesan Policy: Report and Inform

The Diocese of Evansville has in place a policy that requires that

any allegation of child abuse must be reported to civil authorities.

If an allegation involves the sexual abuse of a minor by diocesan

personnel, the Victims Assistance Coordinator must also be in-

formed.

Sexual misconduct violates human dignity and the mission of the

church. The spiritual well-being of all victims, their families, and

others in the community is of particular concern to the church.

Report child abuse:

Every allegation of child abuse must be reported to Child Protec-

tion Services, an agency of Indiana state government.

CPS Toll-free: (800) 800-5556 Local law enforcement: 9-1-1

Report and inform:

In the event of an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor (a person

under 18) by diocesan personnel, report the allegation to authori-

ties, and inform the Victims Assistance Coordinator for the dio-

cese: Toll-free: (866) 200-3004 Local: (812) 490-9565

Are you or someone you know interested in joining the

Catholic Church? The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of

Adults) is a process whereby people gather to explore the

Catholic faith and make a decision whether or not they would

like to be initiated into full Communion with the church. For

information, call Martha at (812) 482-7041, ext 45 or email

mjschmitt@evdio.org.

Divine Providence Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration

Chapel Hours that are currently open:

2nd Sunday of Month at 9:00-10:00am.

1st, 3rd, & 5th Sunday of Month at 1:00-2:00pm

4th Monday of Month at 12:00-1:00am

3rd & 4th Monday of Month at 3:00-4:00am

4th Tuesday of Month at 12:00-1:00am

4th Tuesday of Month at 1:00-2:00am

Fridays at 3:00-4:00am

For more information email dp@adorationmanager.com or call or text

812-630-8382. Please spend an hour with Jesus.

Trunk

Or

Treat

We would like to organize a volunteer committee to plan and put

on “Trunk or Treat” at the end of October. This would be a fun

activity for the young and young at heart. Games, food and

activities - - open to ideas. Call the parish office if you would be

interested 812-482-7041.

Who is Our Lady of Fatima?

On May 13th, 1917 three children were playing games in the field while tending their sheep. Suddenly they saw

a flash of light. Thinking it to be lightning, the children gathered the sheep and started for home. They took refuge under a tree about a hundred yards away. They saw a flash of light again. They began running when they saw standing over a small hemlock tree, a Lady dressed in white more brilliant than the sun.

That was the beginning of Our Blessed Mother at Fatima. She visited the children six times, always on the 13th of the next con-secutive six months, bringing them messages for the world. In all Her appearances at Fatima, Our Mother repeatedly emphasized the necessity of praying the Rosary daily, of wearing the Brown Scapular of Mount Carmel and of performing acts of reparation and sacrifice for the souls of sinners and for world peace.

The people of the town did not believe the children, so on October 13th the crowd followed the children to the field where it was pour-ing down raining, when out of nowhere the bright sun began to dance in the sky and within moments everything became dry. The people were in awe of this miracle.

Do you have questions about our Catholic Faith??

Most people do, so don’t be afraid to ask.

There is a question box in the back of church

Please feel free to submit any questions you may have.

St. John Bosco Youth Ministry

St. John Bosco Catholic Youth Ministry reaches out to youth in

grades 6 through 12 from St. Mary, Holy Family, Precious Blood,

and St. Joseph. Check out more Bosco info and announcements at:

https://saintjohnboscoyouthministry.wordpress.com. .

Sept 23: Holy Family Picnic Dunking Booth

Sept 26: High School Youth Night, 8:30-9:30pm, Bosco House

Sept 27: JMS Morning in Mrs. Venderley’s Room, 7:10am.

Sept 28: High School, Muffins at Midwest Café, 7:00am.

Sept 28: Middle School Youth Night at St. Mary, Ireland

October 3: High School Youth Night, 8:30-9:30pm, Bosco House

October 7: All Welcome, Adoration at Precious Blood Chapel, 8:00

-9:00pm

Questions: Contact Angie Greulich at agreulich@evdio.org or 812-

481-2442.

2019 Bosco Summer Events

Middle School Retreat - March 22-25 (Gasper River)

Catholic Heart Work Camp - June 9-15 (Milwaukee, WI)

One Bread - One Cup - June 28-July 2 (St. Meinrad Archabbey)

Notre Dame Vision - July 15-29 (University of Notre Dame)

Healing and Reparation Service with Most Reverend Joseph M.

Siegel, D.D., STL at St. Joseph Church, Jasper, on Tuesday, October

9 at 7:00pm. Please join others from the East Deanery in prayer for

the healing of those who are hurting.

Thank you so much for all the birthday cards and wishes that I

received on my 90th birthday. Your kindness was really appreciated.

John Goeppner

This Week’s Parish Events

Sunday [09/23]: Sunday School during the 10:00am Mass in the Social

Hall Basement. Monday [09/24]:

Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am. Quilting at 5:00pm in the rectory basement.

Servants of the Holy Spirit at 7:00pm in the Library. Ireland K of C Meeting and 20/20 at 8:00pm.

**When there is a funeral, there is no weekday morning scheduled Mass.

Tuesday [09/25]: Mass will be celebrated at 6:00pm.

Choir Practice after Mass. New choir members are welcome. Parish Council/Finance Meeting at 6:30pm in the

Community Center Classroom.

Wednesday [09/26]: Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am.

Mass will be celebrated at the Timbers at 10:30am - Fr. Erbacher, Celebrant Rosary at 11:30am in church. All are welcome.

Quilting noon to 4:00pm in the rectory basement. St. Anne ’s Sewing 6:00pm in the rectory basement.

Religious Education Classes 6:00-7:00pm for middle school and 7:15-8:15pm for high school students.

Thursday [09/27]: Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am.

St. Vincent de Paul Meeting at 6:30pm in the Library. Friday [09/28]: No Mass will be celebrated today.

Saturday [09/29]: Private Confessions 3:30-4:10pm.

Mass will be celebrated at 4:30pm.

Sunday [09/30]:

Mass will be celebrated at 7:00am and 10:00am. Sunday School during the 10:00am Mass in the Social

Hall Basement. **Please return your clean, empty soup jugs/containers to the parish office. We will store them until next year’s picnic. Helps cut the cost of buying new containers.

Upcoming Parish Events

October 4: St. Anne Meeting - Game Night October 21: Ireland K of C Fall BBQ. Serving starts at 9:00am. November 10-12: TEC (Teens Encounter Christ). For info or an application go to http://www.switec.org/ November 25: American Red Cross/Ireland K of C Blood Drive 7:30am-12:30pm. December 10: St. Anne Meeting - Christmas Party

*February 24, 2019: Confirmation Mass at 1:00pm.

**April 28, 2019: First Communion at noon. There will be only one First Communion Mass.

Memorial Donations

Bereavement Meal Fund: $ 500.00

Building Fund: $ 6,380.00

Cemetery Endowment: $ 610.00

In Memory/Honor of:

Sally Rees, Kathy Schitter, Paul Schitter, Lou Ann Schuler,

LaVerne Sermersheim, Jerry Terwiske

Thank You!!

Prayers and well wishes to:

Eric Claussen and Danielle Kunkel who will be married

on October 13.

Please keep them in your prayers!

St. Mary Facebook Page — St. Mary Church Ireland —Please “like” and “share”

TEC (Teens Encounter Christ) will be here at St. Mary on Nov 10,

11 and 12. This weekend can make such a difference in the life of a

young person. Adult candidates (typically those aged 23 and older)

can also participate. You will meet youth and other adults from areas

all around the Diocese and find out how God fits in your life. For

information or an application, go to http://www.switec.org/.

Future retreat weekends are scheduled for Feb. 16-19 and July 20-22.

September 16, $100 Irish Sweepstakes Raffle Winners

is Tony and Linda Hohl.

Respect Life Celebration, Thursday, October 4 at Sts. Peter and

Paul Catholic Church, Haubstadt. Emcee will be Rev. Bernard T.

Etienne, S.T.B. with Most Reverend Joseph M. Siegel, D.D., STL

talking on the topic “How has Humanae Vitae impacted our lives?”

Other speakers include Rev. Anthony Ernst, Dr. Bill Blanke and

Brendan and Laura Mckenzie. To register go to

www,ccevansville.org/respecting-life.html

Dubois County Wisdom Day will be held Monday, October 15,

8:00am-2:30pm at the Huntingburg Event Center. Presenters will

be: Most Reverend Joseph M. Siegel, D.D., STL; Sr. Rosemary

Rexing and Kathy Burton; Lucille Blume and Martha Rasche;

Shirley Hurst; Meagan Brothers; and Sharon Burns. Reserve your

spot by calling Catholic Charities 812-423-5456 or visiting:

www.ccevansville.org/family - - life.html

To the whole Ireland community, we cannot thank you enough for all

of your support at this tragic time. Thank you for all the food, mone-

tary donation and above all - the prayers. We were overwhelmed by

how generous everyone was. Thanks for the great bereavement meal,

you all did a wonderful job. Thanks again and God Bless.

Kathy Terwiske and Family

Liturgical Ministers for September 29 & 30

Servers:

4:30 pm Cody Scherle - Cheyenne Scherle 7:00 am Evan Leuck - Ryan Leuck 10:00 am Kaleb Renner - Ty Ofer

Extraordinary Ministers:

4:30 pm Jill Weidenbenner - Pat Gress - Ruth Small Michelle Kieffner - Gina Scherle

7:00 am Kathy Burton - Marlene Goeppner - Joe Jerger Donna Wendholt - Shari Weidenbenner 10:00 am Deb Brescher - Eugene Hopf - Marvin Schepers Joyce Gehlhausen - Brian Gehlhausen

Lectors:

4:30 pm Cindy Gress 7:00 am Tonya Sander 10:00 am Michelle Renner

Lectors Website: http://lectorsproclaim.org (Year B)

Ushers:

4:30 pm Scott & Kim Moeller 7:00 am Adam Hopf - John Wilz 10:00 am Brian Kellams - Todd Ofer Sunday School:

10:00 am Sunday School - Marci Showalter

September Area Events

23: Holy Family Parish Picnic 10:30am-3:30pm. Food and fun

for all. Let’s support our local parishes.

23: St. Clement Parish Family style chicken dinner 11:00am-

1:00pm in the St. Clement Church Social Hall.

30: Jasper K of C Chicken/Pork Chop Fundraiser to Benefit Spe-

cial Olympics. 10:30am-1:00pm

30: “Sonntag Mittagessen” (Sunday Lunch) to benefit the JHS

German Exchange Program, 10:30am - 1:00pm in the Schnit-

zelbank parking lot. $10 per meal - fried chicken, pulled pork or

bratwurst plus German Fries, baked beans, slaw and dessert.

October Area Events

4: Respect Life Celebration at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church

with Most Rev. Joseph M. Siegel, D.D., STL., Haubstadt.

6: Spiritual Advisors/Presidents’ Workshop in Evansville. Call

812-423-7842 for information.

Thank You!! This bulletin is furnished to the Parish without charge. The advertisements that appear completely defray all publishing costs with which the church would otherwise be burdened. Please patronize these sponsors as a “Thank You” for their generosity.

Saint Joseph Parish, Jasper, is hosting a 12 week Surviving

Divorce program now to November 27, 6:30-8:00pm, at the Saint

Joseph Ministry House. The cost of the program is $15 and includes

the Surviving Divorce Personal Guide and all program materials.

Fees may be waived with financial hardships. It is open to both men

and women. Call Pam at 812-482-1805, ext 211 or visit

www.saintjosephjasper.org to register.

The St. Vincent de Paul Store needs a part time employee to work as

cashier and sort donations. This person would work 2-3 days a week

plus alternating Saturdays. Candidate must be able to work with the

public and represent St. Vincent de Paul in a professional manner.

We also need someone to bale clothes and move donations a few

hours per day, Tuesday thru Friday, and 7 hours on Saturday. Our

employees are not permitted to purchase and resell donated items.

Application are available at the St. Vincent de Paul Store in Jasper.