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870 SAINT THOMAS LANE BARDSTOWN KY 40004
(502) 348-3717
or (502) 348-1905
Office e-mail: [email protected]
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October 17, 2021
28th Sunday of Ordinary Time
“...whoever wishes to be great among you will be your servant;
whoever wishes to be first among you will be the slave of all.”
-Mark 10:43
PARISH COMMITTEES * DENOTES CHAIRPERSON
PARISH COUNCIL
Cheryl Hutchins* Nora Simms John Cissell
Stacey Duenzl Krista Foster
Ed Ice Tony Douglas
Ex-Officio
Rev. Steven Reeves Deacon Scott Turner
WORSHIP COMMITTEE
Bonnie Bullock*
FAITH FORMATION Olivia Seeger*
ADMIN/FINANCE COUNCIL
Aaron Larue* Taylor Gagne
Quinton Lyvers Jim Taylor
Meagan Reynolds
MEN’S CLUB
Ron Corbett - President Kris Duenzl - Vice President
BEREAVEMENT Planning
Sharon Cecil* Nora Simms
Food Karen Willett
HOSPITALITY Karen Willett*
Rev. Steven Reeves —Administrator
Deacon Scott Turner
Website: .............................. saintthomasbardstown.org
Parish Office Hours: Mon-Thurs .. 8:30 am-4:00 pm
MASS SCHEDULE -
SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday .................................................................... 4:00 pm Sunday ................................................... 11:00 am & 6:30pm
WEEKDAY MASSES:
Thursday .................................................................... 6:30pm Friday ...........................................................................9:00am 1st Saturday ...............................................................12:00pm
RECONCILIATION SCHEDULE:
Thursday ......................................................... 5:30 - 6:15 pm 1st Saturday .................................................... 11:00-11:45 am
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION SCHEDULE:
Thursday ......................................................... 5:15 - 6:20 pm
HEALTHY AT WORSHIP Masks are required for all unvaccinated persons at Mass and other parish functions.
During religious education, masks are required for all. The obli-gation to attend Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation does not apply to those who are sick, caring for the sick, or have a serious health risk.
PARISH STAFF
Kim Hall .................................................. Business Manager Diane Hagan ............................................... Clerk/Secretary Olivia Seeger .............................. Director of Religious Ed. Wayne Hawkins ............................................. Maintenance Leslie Green ..................................................... Housekeeper
SACRAMENTAL REQUESTS
Baptism, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage Prep, Visitation of Sick & Homebound, Funeral Planning
Please call the Parish office to schedule your Sacramental needs.
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WEEKEND
COLLECTION
Last Week’s Collection $ 5,649.00
Needed to make budget $ 6,100.00/weekend
Online Collections $ 300.00
Year to Date Collections $ 73,207.23
Annual Budgeted $305,000.00
MASSES OF
REMEMBRANCE
Saturday, October 16, 2021
People of the Parish
Sunday, October 17, 2021
Richard & JoAnn Greenwell Rosaline Roby
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Daniel Kronk
Friday, October 22, 2021
Luther, Ann, Virginia & Charlotte Gilpin
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Mary & Alfred Hutchins
One Mass-time per month will be celebrated for the
“People of the Parish”
Thank you!
WELCOME TO SAINT THOMAS
MASS MINISTRY SCHEDULE FOR WEEKEND OF OCT 24TH
October 23rd - October 24th: 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, 4pm Sunday, 11am Sunday, 6:30pm
Sacristan Sharon Wathen Tanya LaRue Norma Fogle
Server/Acolyte Boomer Kipper Calleigh Hays Ava Newton
Volunteer Needed
Lector Jim Taylor (1) Krista Foster (1) Diane Gagne (2)
Terri Lear (1)
Eucharistic Min. Diane Osborne Lisa Tolliver Patty Willett
Gift Bearers Caleb, Mary Jo &
Terry Nally Jack & Julia
Sympson Volunteer Needed
Media Cheryl Hutchins Megan Reynolds Ted Hagan
*If you will be unable to serve please find a sub and change the online schedule. **If you are at mass and we are in need of a volunteer PLEASE let Father or the Sacristan know prior to the beginning of mass.
We are so happy that you have joined us today; whether you are just passing through or if you have joined us before; please introduce yourself to Father Steven or any of our friendly parishioners. We encourage you to join us officially! Contact our Parish Office 502-348-3717 or go to our website to register. saintthomasbardstown.org
THE SANCTUARY CANDLE
The Sanctuary Candle burns continuously in Saint Thomas Church as a symbol of Christ’s Presence. Just as we do our Mass intentions/offerings at a suggested dona-tion of $10.00, the sanctuary candle will burn for your special intention and/or in memory of those who have died for a full week.
If you are interested in this special offering, please place your offering and the name of the individual whom you would like remembered, in an envelope and place it into the collection basket at Mass; or in the Mail Slot at the building entrance of the Parish Office.
BURNS IN HONOR OF: JOE WALKER
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REMEMBERED IN
PRAYER Those currently in need of
ongoing prayer
David Abner
Eddie Auberry Kevin Ballard Gina Blanford Jimmy Brady Iona Bryan
Mark Brunhammer Phillip Burba
Jodie Childers John & Judy Cissell
Bertie Clark Joseph & Karen Clark
Cory & Family Bill Cosgrove
Claudia DuPuis Carolyn Green
Brent Greenwell Elana Shain Gutierrez
Paula Gutierrez Libby Hagan
Marian Higdon (RIP)o Stephanie Holbert
Nina Jackson* Frank Jones
Donna Kamuf Joe Bert King
Even Kulsveen Martha Kulsveen Sharon Lashley Martha Leake
Ann Lewis Rocky McKenna Diane McCauley Nikki McCauley Martha Mahoney Susan Mahoney
Louise Hagan Abou Nader Patsy (Greenwell) Newberry
Marlene Norman James N. Norris Frances O’Bryan Michael O’Bryan
Bill Osborne Amber (Hagan) Powers
Genny Rose. Sr. Dennis Rust
Bill Smith Debbie Smith Ricky Smith
Keith Spalding Chester Sowards
Natalie Stone Ronnie Willett Tom Wheatley
Leo Zurkuhlen, Jr.
Homebound Juil Bradley
Mary Greenwell Lee Rogers
*New to list
2021 CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL -
BRINGING CHRIST TO OTHERS
Our Parish Goal: $15,300
Our Parish Participation Goal: 95 households
Parish To Date: No Update Yet
Parish Participation To Date: No Update Yet Gifts can be made online at www.ArchLou.org/CSA.
OCTOBER IS THE MONTH OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY
Physical Benefits of the Praying the Rosary
• Improved rate of breathing – improves respiratory function.
• Boosts immune system & protects against sickness
• Increases energy levels – fights chronic fatigue
• Helps lower blood pressure • Alleviates muscle tension, and aids
relaxation
• Helps with migraine
headaches • Increases levels of serotonin • Helps with coping with
chronic diseases • Helps with the
termination of physical addictions
• Promotes restful sleep
Contact Olivia Seeger @ [email protected] or call 502-348-3717
ROOM IN THE INN @ ST THOMAS St. Thomas Parish will begin its 6th year hosting the homeless on Monday nights from November 1, 2021 to March 28, 2022.
Jesus calls us to feed the hungry, cloth the naked and welcome the stranger. Room in the Inn offers various opportunities where someone can get involved in answering Jesus’ call.
How you can get involved: • Prepare cots on Mon. mornings • Greeters on Mon. evenings • Prepare a meal for Mon. evenings (call
Renee Kehm 502-507-4208) • Stay overnight on Mon. with our guests
(9:00pm to 7:30am on Tuesday) • Cleaning & storing cots on Tues.
mornings 7:30am • Weekly laundry • Monetary donations • Please call the Parish Office if you are
interested. 502-348-3717
RCIA SEEKING SPONSORS -- ARE YOU BEING CALLED?
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SUNDAY SCRIPTURE & REFLECTION WEEKLY
SCRIPTURE
READINGS
OCT. 18-OCT. 23, 2021
Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 St. Luke 2 Timothy 4:10-17 Psalm 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18 Luke 10:1-9
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021 Sts. John de Brébeuf & Isaac Jogues & Companions Romans 5:12, 15, 17-19, 20-21 Psalm 40:7-8, 8-9, 10, 17 Luke 12:35-38
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 St. Paul of the Cross Romans 6:12-18 Psalm 124:1-3, 4-6, 7-8 Luke 12:39-48 Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 Romans 6:19-23 Psalm 1:1-2, 3, 4 & 6 Luke 12:49-53 Friday, Oct. 22, 2021
St. John Paul II, Pope Romans 7:18-25 Psalm 119:66, 68, 76, 77, 93, 94 Luke 12:54-59 Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021
St. John of Capistrano Romans 8:1-11 Psalm 24:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 Luke 13:1-9
In nomin Patris et Filii
et Spiritus Sanctus
29TH
SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
READINGS
Isaiah 53:10-11
Responsorial Psalm:
“Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you” or “Alleluia”
Psalm 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22
Hebrews 4:14-16
Mark 10:35-45
REFLECTION
FIRST READING
Isaiah speaks of our redemption through the suffering of the Lord’s servant. When have you experienced God’s presence in your suffering?
SECOND READING
Hebrews tells us that Jesus is able to sympa-thize with our weaknesses because he, too, “has been tested in every way.” What are some ways that you are tested in life?
GOSPEL READING
Jesus uses the request of James and John as a teachable moment for his disciples on the importance of humility and service to others. What other qualities do you think are neces-sary for true discipleship?
LITURGICAL FORMATION SATURDAY MORNINGS
All Sacristans and Ministers of Holy Communion (including those bringing Holy Communion to the sick or homebound) at St. Thomas and St. Monica are asked to attend a formation morning with Father Steven on Saturday, October 23rd from 10am to Noon in St. Teresa Hall. This is also a good opportunity for anyone interested in serving in these ministries to learn about them. This
morning will include a spiritual reflection, review of liturgical terminol-ogy, practical tips for ministry, and time for questions. Light refreshments will be served. A similar formation morning for Lectors, Choir members, and Musicians from both parishes will be offered on Nov. 13th at St. Monica.
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For all those who have made private requests for prayer this month.
For the intentions of Pope Francis, Arch-bishop Kurtz, and Fr. Steven.
For the repose of the soul of Marion Higdon.
For the Higdon family.
For someone struggling with mental illness, who needs help soon!
For relief of my husband’s chronic pain.
For those grieving the loss of a loved one.
For Peace
For an end to Covid-19
For families to pray the rosary together.
For the sick & dying.
For the souls in purgatory.
For the elderly and shut-ins of our parish, may they remain safe and healthy.
For an end of Abortion and Euthanasia
EXERCISE CLASS Wednesdays @ 5:00 to 5:45pm
MEN’S PRAYER GROUP - Thursdays @ 5:30am
RCIA - Wednesday, October 20, 2021 @ 6:00 - 8:00pm
YOGA CLASSES - Thursdays @ 8:30 - 9:30am
MEETINGS, EVENTS & HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK SUNDAY SCRIPTURE & REFLECTION October
As someone who believes in the dignity and sanctity of life, you can imagine how Google’s algorithms often direct my internet searches and newsfeeds.
I was particularly struck by a recent meme I encountered, unfortunately by a comedian I did not know and whose name I did not save, which actually attacked the premise that all life deserves to be treated with dignity.
I was stunned. Who could disagree, I thought, with that statement as written? I understand we can have honest discussions with our atheist or agnostic brothers and sisters who may not subscribe to the reality of the concept of the sacred, but to deny the dignity of life? That should be a common ground we all can start from, no matter our politics. We Catholics don’t even limit this statement to human life alone, as Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si makes plain. How could anyone not value that, at least as a concept?
The premise that the author put forth in the quotation was that since things like war, poverty, racism, violence, hatred, and numerous other evils exist in great quantities in our world, the idea that life should have dignity was a ludicrous lie based in hypocrisy. I almost wept upon reading the explanation. And the thought that this idea has numerous adherents has not left my mind ever since.
Is the presence of evil in the world a valid reason for us to decide that good is simply not worth doing? Are the concepts of good and evil simple relativistic terms that are dismissible should enough of us agree that we should? Is the fact that we have so much work to do in order to make the world a better place – to bring about the Kingdom of God, to use our Catholic terminology for it – sufficient reason for us to simply do as we please? Can we truly justify and absolve the
domination of the weak, the helpless and the abandoned simply because it happens?
To use the words of Saint Thomas More, such an action would lead us by a short route to chaos. Or if you prefer Saint Paul, then indeed would we be the most pitiable of people.
I choose otherwise. And I hope you do too.
I believe – just as our Catholic teaching informs us – that we human beings were created good . . . and that our natural business lies in doing the right thing. The fact that we so often choose other paths may seem to create a hopeless task for our restoration, but remember that we are an Easter people, redeemed by Jesus Christ. That makes me all the more committed to regard life as containing an inherent dignity, not less.
October is once again Respect Life Month. During it, we remember why we must give action to our belief in the dignity and sanctity of life. In it, we remember we have more work to do. We are called to do so with reason, discussion, love, and compassion and not with anger or political hatreds. We must never forget that deep inside of each and every human being lies the desire to do the right thing. We just have to remind everyone that treating life with dignity is always right.
LIFE MUST ALWAYS HAVE DIGNITY BY DEACON STEPHEN
BOWLING DIR. FAMILY & LIFE MINISTRIES FOR THE ARCH. OF LOUISVILLE
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WHY DO WE DO THAT?
CATHOLIC LIFE EXPLAINED Question: Are Catholics allowed to visit psychics? Why or why not? Answer: It’s part of human nature to experience some sense of un-ease and fear about the future. This can lead some people to seek out the services of psy-chics or consult horoscopes or turn to other occult practices or resources (e.g. Ouija boards or tarot cards). The Catechism of the Catholic Church is very clear that Catholics should avoid such practices: “Consulting horoscopes, astrology, palm reading, interpretation of omens and lots, the phenomena of clairvoyance, and recourse to medi-ums all conceal a desire for power over time, history, and, in the last analysis, other human beings, as well as a wish to conciliate hidden powers. They contradict the honor, respect, and loving fear that we owe to God alone” (no. 2116). Despite the uncertainties we might feel, we are called to have faith and trust in God, confident of God’s desire for what is best for us. This means that we are called to surren-der, to pray and to reflect on how we can best move into the future in hope, knowing that God is with us.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS UPCOMING EVENTS
BARDSTOWN COUNCIL 1290
Knights and volunteers will be present outside the doors of Bardstown Kroger, Wal-Mart and Dollar Market on Friday, October 22nd & Saturday, October 23rd from 8am to
4pm.
All proceeds benefit the local Guthrie Opportunity Center in job training programs for the mentally and physically disadvantaged.
Council 1290, will also be conducting their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive beginning Saturday, Oct. 30th and running through Nov. 28th.
Our Drive is dedicated to all of our deceased Knights. Collection bins will be placed at the rear of the church and under the overhang at the Bardstown Fire Dept. at the corner of Fifth Street & Broadway in Bardstown. We are collecting all types of canned and prepackaged foods. In addition, monetary contributions can be mailed to Knights of Columbus, 107 North Fourth Street, Bardstown, KY 40004. Make checks payable to Knights of Columbus and note Thanksgiving Food Drive on your checks. All proceeds benefit the Bread For Life Food Pantry to assist all in need in Nelson County.
Saturday, October 23, 2021, from 10am - 2pm, 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. Please note: this fair was originally scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 2, 2021, and had to be rescheduled.
Join us for a healthy experience that will include free health screenings, healthy living tips, and much more. For more information, please call the Catholic Enrichment Center at 502-776-0262.
ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR - RESCHEDULED
ARCHDIOCESE OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL MINISTRY - CATHOLIC ENRICHMENT CENTER
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PRESENTS: CHRIST IS THE LIGHT
Join us for a Catholic Mission & Faith Message filled with Fun and Inspiration.
Lead by Gary Montgomery retired Sports Director of WDRB-TV – Fox 41 and recipient of the Archdiocese of Louisville, Roncalli Award for excellence in Catechesis.
Mark you calendar Sunday, Nov. 7: Find the Light @ 7pm Monday, Nov. 8: Become the Light @ 7pm Tuesday, Nov. 9: Give the Light away @ 7pm St. Francis Xavier Church 155 Stringer Lane Mt. Washington, KY 40047
2021 BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN
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Kids Corner
PRAYER LORD, SHOW ME HOW TO BE HELPFUL, BUT NOT A SLAVE.
MISSON FOR THE WEEK I WILL GIVE A CUP OF WATER TO EVERYONE IN MY FAMILY.
God wants you to help others. He does not want
you to be a slave to others. If you are helping your
friend clean his room, and he
leaves to go watch television,
it’s ok to stop helping him. Your
friend should come back and
clean part of his room, too. But, if
your friend is unable to clean
his room, then it is a great gift
for you to clean it for him. God
rewards you for helping others.
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Disclaimer: All content within this bulletin is original to the Parish or acquired through multiple sources throughout the internet. Special contributions come from sources like Lpi, Google images and other free sources used for the sole purpose of informing and enriching the lives of our parishioners. - St. Thomas Office 2021
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MEDICARE INSURANCE AGENT
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“Joe’s” Bluegrass
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Brad Gagne Sale Professional
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Steaks, Sushi & Seafood
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Walton Family
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Grain Buying & Drying, Grass Seed, Hay
Straw & Feed
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