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E-Newsletter February 15, 2010
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 "Turn away from sin and be faithful to the Gospel" Enter into the Season of Lent
Ash Wednesday Masses
February 17th, 2010
8:30 AM or 7:30 PM |
LENT 2010
Ash Wednesday, February 17 - Mass with Imposition of Ashes - 8:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Ash Wednesday is a day of fast. Those between the ages of 18 and 59 are limited to one full meal and no "snacks" between meals. Those younger than 18 or those 60 or older are still encouraged to fast in an appropriate way to their age and health.
Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent are days of abstinence from meat. All aged 14 and older are bound to abstain totally from meat. Similarly, those younger than 14 are also encouraged, but not required, to appropriately abstain.
Lenten Confession Times
Individual Confessions
Thursdays - 9:00-10:00 a.m. & 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Saturdays - 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 27 - 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Monday, March 29 - 4:00-6:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Communal Reconciliation Services
Saturday, March 6 - 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, March 10 - 7:00 p.m.
Stations of the Cross - Fridays - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday Morning Mass - February 20 through March 27 - 8:30 a.m.
THE PASCHAL TRIDUUM
HOLY THURSDAY - April 1, 2010
Morning Prayer (Lauds) - 8:30 AM
Lent ends in the late afternoon and the Paschal Triduum begins.
Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper - 7:30 PM
Eucharistic Vigil - after Mass until 12:00 Midnight (Chapel)
A chapter from the "Last Supper Discourse" from John's gospel will be read on each half hour.
Night Prayer (Compline) - 11:45 PM (Chapel)
GOOD FRIDAY - April 2, 2010
Morning Prayer (Lauds) - 8:30 AM
Liturgy of the Lord's Passion - 12:30 PM & 7:30 PM
HOLY SATURDAY - April 3, 2010
Morning Prayer (Lauds) - 8:30 AM
There are no 3:00 PM confessions or 4:30 PM Mass on this day.
The Easter Vigil - 8:45 PM (Gathering starting at 8:30 PM)
EASTER SUNDAY - April 4, 2010
Masses - 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM (church & gym) & 12:00 Noon (church & gym)
For those who will be out of town during the Paschal Triduum, you are strongly encouraged before you leave home to call and determine the Triduum schedule at the Catholic parish nearest your destination or consult MassTimes.org. While away, plan to attend those services on each of these holydays. The Paschal Triduum should never be a "vacation" from the Church and her liturgies. | |
MASS SCHEDULE
The Lord's Day
Saturday Vigil - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday - 8:00 a.m.,
10:00 a.m., 12:00 Noon
Weekdays
Monday through Friday -
8:30 a.m.
Holydays of Obligation
& Civic Holidays
As listed in the bulletin
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
Saturday - 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday before First Friday -
9:00-10:00 a.m. &
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Any time by appointment
DEVOTIONS
Eucharistic Adoration
Thursday 9:00 a.m-10:00 p.m.
Rosary
Monday through Friday -
8:00 a.m.
Divine Mercy Chaplet
Monday through Friday -
after daily Mass
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday until 8:00 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00 p.m. - 1 p.m. |
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Greetings!
Lent begins this week on Ash Wednesday, February 17. Masses with Imposition of Ashes are at 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Ash Wednesday is a day of fast. Those between the ages of 18 and 59 are limited to one full meal and no "snacks" between meals. Those younger than 18 or those 60 or older are still encouraged to fast in an appropriate way to their age and health.
Ash Wednesday is also a day of abstinence from meat as are all Fridays of Lent. All aged 14 and older are bound to abstain totally from meat. Similarly, those younger than 14 are also encouraged, but not required, to appropriately abstain.
As part of our Lenten preparation for Easter, everyone is encouraged to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance. We have added some additional hours each week for individual confessions on Thursdays after the morning Mass until 10:00 a.m. and again in the evening from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday individual confessions are still from 3:00-4:00 p.m. As we get closer to Easter we will also have individual confessions on Saturday, March 27 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. and Monday, March 29 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. We are also celebrating two communal reconciliation services during the Lenten season on Saturday, March 6 at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m.
As always, the Stations of the Cross will be prayed on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. And we will also add a Saturday morning Mass at 8:30 a.m. during the season of Lent.
For Lent 2010, I would encourage all to think about this holy season of Lent in terms of GIVING.
GIVING IN to God through more focused and more frequent prayer... GIVING UP something, fasting from that which distracts us from the Lord or gets in the way of our relationship with the Lord... GIVING TO those in need by works of charity and almsgiving... and FORGIVING each other and ourselves with the same unconditional, total mercy with which the Lord embraces each of us. Don't let Lent 2010 pass you by!
That's all for now! God bless one and all!
Fr. Geoff
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Traveling Crucifix for Vocations
Beginning this Lent, the Vocation Committee invites interested families to receive the Vocations Crucifix in their homes and to pray in a special way for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life. During the week, the family displays the crucifix in their prayer corner, mantle or other prominent place to gather daily for a time of prayer. Then at the end of the week, return the crucifix to the gathering space for the next family to enjoy for the upcoming week.
If your family would like to participate in the Vocations Crucifix Program for a week or have any questions, please contact Lori Lutz, 777-7756, or LoriLutz@fuse.net to sign up for a week. |
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FAT TUESDAY PANCAKE DINNER
Tuesday, February 16
5-8 PM
Featuring: Pancakes and Indulgences Bar, Bacon and Sausage, Assorted Fruit/King Cake, Pancake Eating Contests, Bake Sale, Mardi Gras Music.
The day before Ash Wednesday is "Mardi Gras", French for "Fat Tuesday". Come to St. Max for our first annual Fat Tuesday Pancake Dinner. Register online! |
 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The dates for this next years St. Max Fish Fry are as follows! Fish Frys serve from 4:30-8:00.
WAY OF THE CROSS begins at 7:30 PM.
February 19
February 26
March 5
March 12
March 19
March 26
PLACEMAT AD
St. Maximilian Kolbe Church will once again host a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent (except Good Friday). Last year we served more than 900 dinners each week! Here is your opportunity to show your continued support.
We would like to extend a special invitation to all our parishioners and friends to purchase an ad space on the placemats will we use each Friday. Whether you are a business owner, family or group of individuals, what a great way to show your support for the St. Max community! A $25 donation provides you with an ad the approximate size of a standard business card.
Please complete the information as you would like it to appear in the ad OR PROVIDE US WITH A BUSINESS CARD.
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TATIANA
St. Maximilian Kolbe is bringing the internationally known singer/songwriter that has been inspiring audiences across America.Tatiana (Tajci) Cameron grew up in communist Croatia (fmr. Yugoslavia), She made it to California, became a pop superstar at age of 19, lived the life of fame and fortune but longed for something more.
Please mark your calendar for Thursday, Feb 25th at 7pm. Come and experience Tajci's powerful concert event: the music she writes, the story she tells, the voice that will keep you spellbound.
"I Thirst" - the Crucifixion Story is a highly professional and artistitic musical experience of Christ's walk on Calvary. The saddest and yet the most hopeful story of all times told through songs you will recognize and those you will want to hear over and over again. The concert will enhance your Lenten experience.
Don't miss the free event. Free will donations will be accepted. Preview at: www.idobelieve.com! |
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Christ Renews His Parish
Men's Retreat
February 27th & 28th, 2010
We invite you to a weekend of renewal. Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) is a spiritual renewal process that brings adult parishioners together in a small group setting, in order to deepen their relationships with Jesus Christ and each other. The retreat is a great way to meet other parishioners and renew your spiritual life in a relaxed and comfortable environment.
CRHP takes place at St. Max Parish and includes group interactions, prayers and reflection. Opportunities for scripture sharing, Reconciliation and Eucharist are also provided throughout the weekend. There is no cost to you for attending this retreat.
We hope you will attend the Men's CRHP Retreat. If you wish to attend, or would like to find out more about the retreat weekend, please contact Earl Hill at 6740 Weathered Oaks Court, Hamilton, OH 45011,
or Phone: (513) 889-0083, or Email at
For additional general information regarding Christ Renews His Parish, check out our website! |
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Savor it! - Enrichment Breakfast
Join us on Saturday, March 13 from 9-11am. Your taste buds will savor good food; your ears will hears words for your heart, mind and soul; and children will enjoy fun in the nursery. Mary Cummins Wlodarski, Pastoral Associate at Holy Trinity in Dayton, will speak on "God in the Everyday." She will explore with us how to have our eyes see and ears hear God in our everyday lives. The cost is $6 a person. Childcare is available on request. Contact Colleen Gerke at 777-4322 ext. 106 or cgerke@saint-max.org to RSVP.
Lenten Opportunities
NEW! Rice Bowl Link
Go to http://orb.crs.org/ to receive a weekly reflection, simple recipes, a Lenten calendar and more.
Marriage Renewal Retreat
On Friday, February 27 from 7 - 9m and Saturday, February 27 from 9am - 4:45pm in Favret Hall at St. John in West Chester, the retreat begins with a wine and cheese party Friday evening followed on Saturday with presentations and a continental breakfast and lunch for the total cost of $10 per couple. RSVP required by calling Jerry Barney at 777-6433 no later than February 23rd.
Way of the Cross
On the Fridays of Lent, February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26 from 7:30-8:15pm in St. Max Church, this traditional Lenten devotion leads participants on a pilgrimage of the last days of Jesus' life on earth. Each week is led by a separate group and offers a unique experience for communal prayer experience. Worship aids are provided to allow for full participation in this prayer experience. Contact Colleen Gerke at 777-4322 ext. 106 for questions or information.
Bible in Plain English - Date Correction
Wednesday beginning February 24 followed by March 3,10,17,24, 31 from 7-8:30pm at Coffee, Beans & Brew at The Shoppes of Yankee. Join facilitators Mike Lippman and Jeff Merrell in this Bible Study for beginners as a way to prepare for the Easter season when our Sunday gospel readings are primarily from the Gospel of John. Relax with friends, God's Word and a hot cup of coffee or tea as you hear of God's love, hope and promise. For questions or more information contact Mike Lippman at mlippman@saint-max.org.
What Parents Want
On Tuesday, February 23rdfrom 8-9pm in the Conference Room all parents are invited to ask questions about the Church, faith and raising children in faith. We will have a follow-up on "Celebrate What's Right with the World". You did not have to be present at the February 9th session to attend. This is an opportunity ask the Church for what you need. This is the second of four sessions as a follow-up from "Will Our Kids Have Faith?" You did not have to attend "Will Our Kinds Have Faith?" to attend this session. Come with questions about our faith and/or a desire to network with others parents. Contact Colleen Gerke at 777-4322 ext. 106 or cgerke@saint-max.org for information.
Adult Faith Formation Opportunities Outside West Chester
Lunch with the Lord & Fr. Mark Burger
The Lenten Scripture reflections meet on six Mondays, February 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15 and 22 in the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains Synod Hall at 8th & Plum Streets in downtown Cincinnati from noon to 1pm following the 11:30am Mass. Fr. Mark Burger offers inspiring incites as he reflects on the upcoming Sunday readings fir Lent accompanied by Joeline Lecture, her musicians and vocalist. All are welcomed to bring a friend and a lunch if desired and feed on God's word. Soft drinks and water will be available for purchase. Sessions are free and open to the public. Call 421-5354 for more information or visit www.stpeterinchainscathedral.org.
Intro to Scripture
This introductory course will be held at St. Mary's Hyde Park on February 22 and 23 from 6:30 - 9:15pm for $25. The presenter is Jerry Barney. Contact Mary Ann Bressler for registration or more information at 533-5510 or mbressler@smshp.com. Catechist can use this course for certification.
Justice and Peace
This course will be held at Guardian Angles on February 22, 25 and March 1 and 4 from 6:30 - 9:15pm for $35. The presenter is Larry Ungerer. Contact Becky Schen at 624-3146 or bschen@gaparish.org.
Prayer
This workshop will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary on February 24 from 6:30 - 9:14pm for $15. The presenter is Sean Ater. Contact Marilyn Cozzi at 388-4188 or marilync@IHOM.org. Young Adult Ministry
Soup Supper - Be Fed Body & Soul
AfterMass, St. Peter in Chains Cathedral's Young Adult Ministry, has planned their kick-off event for the 2010 season. Please join us at 8th & Plum Streets in down town Cincinnati on Ash Wednesday following the 5:15 Mass in the undercroft south for a Lenten meal of soup, bread and cheese. Our mission is to provide a place where young adult Catholics, single or married, with or without children, can get together to grow in our faith, to serve our community and to socialize with other young adults. Information on upcoming AfterMass meetings will be available. Contact the Cathedral at 421-5354 for more information. Special Needs Ministry
Monthly Bible Study
Here is a chance to get a spiritual boost by looking at the scripture themes monthly as well as the opportunity to network on how faith feeds your soul during the daily struggles of caring for a loved one with special needs. We will meet on the third Saturday of the month from 8 - 9:30am in the Hospitality Room. Form more information contact Colleen Gerke at 777-4322 ext. 106 or cgerke@saint-max.org or contact Sheryl Hudson at 310-0883 or Sheryl_Hudson@cargill.com. Our themes are: February 20 - Lent, March 20 - Holy Week, April 17 - Easter, May 15 - Pentecost.
Stations of the Cross for the Disabled
Friday, February 26 from 7:30 - 8:15pm at St. Max Church. Remarkable Families Symposium St. Max will have a table at the "Remarkable Families Symposium" This is a conference held each year at the Cintas for families raising children with disabilities. Check out Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/l/8ecc4 or website page at www.xavier.edu/familyresiliency. The conference is held in the Cintas on March 26th. From 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
RFY NEWS:
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
LENT:
- February 17 Ash Wednesday
- Rice Bowls & Information were distributed on Feb. 8 to Monday students.
- Rice Bowls for Wednesday RFY Students will be distributed on 2/24.
- Lent: Season of Reconciliation & Remembrance: Open to all Families
March 1, 5:00-6:30 OR 6:45-8:15
March 3, 6:00-7:30
(*If you are enrolled in the Home Study RFY or Summer RFY, and you wish to attend the Lent event as part of your home study commitment, please call the RFY Office to schedule a day/time to attend.)
REMINDER!! All Current & Summer Home Study Students: When you enrolled your children in the Home Study Program (either Summer or Current), you acknowledged the requirement to participate in 2 additional activities during the school year. Many of you have not yet signed up for your two extra activities during the year-please do so as soon as possible. The Grade Appropriate Parish & RFY Activities List can be found on the website, link to Faith Formation, Grades 1-8.
Questions? Concerns? Please contact Mary Montour, 777-4322, X-120. |
All children who have fully prepared by participating in four prayer/preparation sessions are welcome to celebrate Reconciliation at the Parish Services on:
Sat., March 6-10:00 am OR Wed., March 10-7:00 pm
First Eucharist Preparation Sessions for Winter:
Session One: RETREAT-Saturday, Feb. 20, 9:30 am-12:00 noon
Session Two: CHURCH-Tuesday, March 2, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Session Three: CHURCH-Tuesday, March 9, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Session Four: CHURCH-Tuesday, March 16, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Children who are fully prepared for First Eucharist will be invited to celebrate with family and parish community during select Mass times during Easter season.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!
March 6 & 7 ALL Masses-Candidates for First Communion presented to the parish community. No sign ups-just go to your preferred mass.
All families of children registered to prepare for First Communion were mailed a First Communion Mass Choice Form. We would like these forms returned to the RFY Office by Jan. 31, 2010.
The sacrament of First Communion will be celebrated with the St. Max community on the following weekends:
DATE MASS CURRENT Availability
April 17 4:30 Mass FULL
April 18 12:00 Mass Openings
May 1 4:30 Mass FULL
May 2 8:00 Mass Openings
May 2 10:00 Mass FULL
May 2 12:00 Mass Openings
May 8 4:30 Mass FULL
May 9 12:00 Mass Openings
If you have any questions about the sacrament preparation program, please call Mary Montour, 7770in X0in Thank you!
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Ladies Fellowship Network: Crafting with Kids Join us on Wednesday, February 24th at 7 p.m. in the conference room as we assemble comfort blankets for our local chapter of Project Linus. Project Linus (www.projectlinus.org) is a national organization which provides blankets to seriously ill or traumatized children. What a great opportunity to help provide a sense of comfort, warmth, and security to children in need. Please bring a pair of straight-edged sewing scissors; fabric provided. For more information, contact Christy at 759-4295 or LFN@saint-max.org. |
 SAVE THE DATE!
The 18th Annual 'Girls Night Out'
"Pretty in Pink"
Friday, April 16th
Mark your calendars...you don't want to miss this!!!
The event includes dinner, fashion show, silent auction and raffle.
Stay tuned for more info.
If you want to volunteer to help, please contact
Jane at the parish office at 777-4322 ext. 111.
FASHION SHOW VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We need help behind the scenes with hair styling and make up.
If you are interested please contact Diane LaSance at 560-8149 or dlasance@fuse.net. |
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 2010 FESTIVAL NEWS
The planning for the St. Max 2010 festival has begun. The festival committee has a need to fill and add some chair and co-chair positions. We currently have open a chair position for Games, Signs, and Sponsorships and co-chair positions for Food, Silent Auction, and prizes. If you or someone you know has been looking for an opportunity to get involved this is a fun and enjoyable way to meet people and support our largest fund raiser for the church. Please contact Kevin Ricke at 779.8824 or email at kmricke@fuse.net.
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Upcoming Events
Fat Tuesday Pancake Dinner - Tuesday, February 16th - 5-8 PM in the GYM - Mark the Date
Ash Wednesday - Wednesday, February 17 - 8:30 AM & 7:30 PM
Tatiana Concert - "I Thirst: The Crucifixion Story" - Thursday, February 25th at 7pm
Men's Christ Renews His Parish Weekend - February 27 & 28
Fish Frys - Fridays of Lent - February 19th, 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th. Way of the Cross at 7:30 pm
Holy Week - Palm Sunday, March 27/28; The Ancient Office of Tenebrae March 31st; Mass of the Lord's Supper (Holy Thursday) April 1st; Good Friday, April 2nd; Easter Vigil, April 3rd; Easter Sunday, April 4th.
Pretty in Pink, Girl's Night Out Fashion Show - Friday, April 16th - Mark Your Calendars! |
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