October 2019 Vol 14 Issue 5

Around the Parish

St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church

In service of our Lord in Shelby County since 1837

4218 E Michigan Rd, Shelbyville, IN 46176 Sr. Joan Miller PLC 317-398-4028

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“We cannot tell what may happen to us in the strange medley of life. But we can decide what happens in us – how we can

take it, what we do with it – and that is what really counts in the end.” ~Joseph Fort Newton~

FAN FAVORITE: Marsha Apsley has been busy

penning her third devotional book. The newest work

is titled 40 Days of Faith and Fitness for Tweens and

Teens. This volume follows the same daily

verses as the original devotional. The

content is such that it addresses the needs

and interests of young girls. The devotional

may be used on an individual basis or may

be shared with a mother or grandmother

who is reading the original work. The

devotional is designed to help young girls

discover how God sees her and learn to see

herself through God's eyes. A 13-year-old

reader said, “This is my favorite devotional because it doesn't make

me feel like a little kid. Marsha talks about things all girls go through

and gives me things to do and to think about.” This devotional as

well as the original is available locally at Three Sisters Books and on

Amazon. Congratulations and success with this edition and any

new endeavors in the future.

OCTOBER: The month of October, like May, is dedicated to the honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the praying of the Rosary. You may pray the Rosary every day but especially encouraged to do so in the month of October. We pray the Rosary on Wednesday at 5:30 at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Fields or in the parish hall if the weather is inclement. All are welcome and encouraged to join us in honoring Blessed Mary. The month of October is also the month when we are encouraged to show our appreciation to our pastor and all the clergy. Take some time this month to drop a note of thanks to a favorite member of the clergy. Pray for Fr. Mike, Fr. Paul and all priests who have devoted their lives to serving God and his people. A good way to honor our clergy and Blessed Mother would be to offer an intention for our priest during your daily Rosary.

TIME FLIES: On October 3, we

will celebrate the 6th

anniversary of Sr. Joan's

arrival here at St.

Vincent. Time seems to rush

by as each year turns to the

next.

Thank you, Sr. Joan Miller, for

our time together. Let us all

pray that this is just the start

of our mutual admiration for

one another. God Bless you

and keep you with us for as

long as He desires.

Kristi Platt 10/01 Kevin Harry 10/15 Linda Weintraut 10/01 Josh Weintraut 10/15

Linda Winkler 10/01 Sally Bogemann 10/20 Janet Schoentrup 10/02 Phillip Beyer 10/21 Judy Weaver 10/07 Janet Comstock 10/23 Kevin Pruitt 10/08 Karen Runnebohm 10/23 Fred Beyer 10/09 Ann Walton 10/23 Brooke Fischer 10/09 Tony Armstrong 10/24 John Nieman 10/10 Charles Fischer 10/24 Paul Pollman 10/11 Leah Haehl 10/24 Allie Garrett 10/12 Ian Carter 10/27 Jackson Garrett 10/12 Margaret Hoefener 10/27 Jeff Grimme 10/13 David Cord 10/29

SAINT OF THE MONTH: St. Maria Soledad was

born, Manuela Torres Acosta, on December 2,

1826. She was the second of five children born to

Francisco Torres and Antonia Costa in Madrid

Spain. Manuela, was educated by the Vincentian

sisters and helped to care for the needs of the

poor in the community and by 1850 felt the call

to enter the local Dominican convent. However,

her call had to wait until there was room for her.

Her wait was short lived. In 1851 she heard of Fr.

Miguel Martinez who was trying to found a group of seven women

to minister to the sick and poor in his parish. These women would

minister to the people in their homes because they could not afford

a doctor or hospitalization. Manuela offered her services as the

seventh member of the community. On August 15, 1851 she and her

companions took their vows and she took the name Maria Soledad.

In 1856, Fr. Martinez took 6 of the sisters, who now numbered 12,

to establish another mission. Sr. Maria was appointed superior of

the order and all was well for a time. Several years later a few of the

women left the order. This left the group in a state of inefficiency

and Maria was removed as the superior. The local bishop considered

dissolving the order but was convinced to re-appoint Maria. Under the direction of Fr. Gabino Sanchez, the

order we renamed The Servants of Mary. The order continued to grow through the efforts of Sr. Maria and

Fr. Sanchez. In 1865 Sr. Maria and the order received notoriety for their dedication to caring for the sick

during a cholera epidemic.

Over the years Sr. Maria and the Servants of Mary experienced good times and difficult times but they

survived and by 1875 were called to serve in Havana. In 1876 the order finally received Papal appro val from

Pope Pius IX. Sr. Maria fell ill a few years later and passed away on October 11, 1887. She was beatified on

October 5, 1950 by Pope Pius XII and Canonized St. Maria Soledad on January 25, 1970 by Pope Paul IV.

SHELBY COUNTY NEWS:

The Shelbyville Parks Department

will sponsor a Halloween Fun

Festival on Friday, October 25 at

the County Fair Grounds from

6:30-9:30 pm. Activities include

games, crafts, pumpkin carving,

pony rides, a hayride and a

bonfire. Festivities are open to

ages 12 and under. Wristbands are

$8.00 in advance and $10.00 at

the festival. For additional

information call 317-392-5128.

HAPPY 50TH

ANNIVERSARY

On October 28, 2019 Kenny and

Peggy Roell will celebrate their 50th

Wedding Anniversary. Kenny and Peggy were

united in Holy Matrimony here at St. Vincent

de Paul Church by Fr. Anthony Seger. God

Bless this special couple with more years to

share together.

CONGRATULATIONS!

ELECTION 2019:

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5. Now is the time to investigate

the candidates running for public office. Most

important perhaps, are the local elections. These officials are the ones who affect our lives the most. Make certain you know who the candidates are and their positions on the topics that concern

you most. As you make your decision, be sure to pray that you make the best selection and that those who are

elected will consider the needs of all citizens when making decisions.

BIRTH: Proud great grandma, Pat Rosenfeld, has been blessed with a new member of her family. Mason Estelle Szewczky Entered the world on August 27, 2019. Mason's mother is Abby and her father is Spencer and older brother is Samuel. May God Bless this newest addition to the Rosenfeld clan.

RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY: Sunday, October 7 is Respect Life Sunday. This

day is set aside to consider the value of each human being. All are created by

the love of God in His own image. The importance of each life is immeasur-

able. How many priests, religious, scientists, artists and everyday people’s

lives have been lost to abortion, assisted suicide and euthanasia? The numbers

are staggering and mind boggling. There is good news and bad news in the

struggle to respect life. Abortion numbers are down and abortion clinics are

closing but more “abortion pills” are being purchased on line than ever before.

Several states and nations are liberalizing assisted suicide laws and tougher

abortion laws are being challenged in the courts. Please take time to pray

and offer intentions for the respect of life on this Respect Life Sunday and every day.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

10/1 Gary and Kathy Hewitt

10/2 Tom and Norma Zobel

10/8 Matt and Marla Comstock

10/11 Brian and Tammy Jones

10/28 Ryan and Sarah Haehl

INDIANA CATHOLIC HISTORY: “Band of Missionaries” In 1834 Simon Brute came to Indiana and there were only three other priests to serve the entire Vincennes Diocese. The wide wilderness of the area made it difficult to minister to the needs of the Catholics. In 1835 he returned to Europe to recruit more priests. He returned with 18 men, some were already ordained and some were able to complete their education at Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland. One such priest was our first pastor Vincent Bacquelin who was ordained on April 25, 1837. He was sent to serve Shelby, Rush, Bartholomew and Marion Counties. He also went as far as Cambridge City and Richmond and of course Indianapolis. In addition to all of these duties he also gave the annual retreat for the Sisters at St. Mary of the Woods. Attendees included the future St. Mother Theodore Guerin. September 2, 2019 marked the 173rd anniversary of Fr. Bacquelin's death. How honored we are that his final resting place in our cemetery here at St. Vincent Church.

FOR LIFE: Thanks to our St. Vincent golfers

who participated in the 2019 Clarity Golf

Tournament: Max Lux, Kent Apsley, Ethan Apsley

and Vincent Harley.

REST IN PEACE:

Preston M. Karns, 44, of Waldron passed away on Sunday,

September 8, 2019. He is survived by his wife Ty, father

Walter, brothers Brian, Kevin and Allen. He was preceded in death by

his mother Jeannie (Thibo) Karns, grandmother Pat Shirk and stillborn son

Clayton. A memorial service was held on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

God Rest His Soul.

CONGRATULATUONS: Ian Carter and

the Waldron Boys Tennis team have been having a good year. The Mohawks recently won the Shelby County

Tournament held at Southwestern High School. Congratulations and continued

success

Megan Bogemann and the Waldron Girls

Volleyball team have also been having a good year and have represented the school

and community well. Congratulations and continued success

PARISH COUNCIL UPDATE:

The Parish Council met on

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 in the parish hall.

FINANCE: Margaret Haehl reported that overall

income is up 25% and expenses are down to date

due to generous donations and careful budgeting

of resources.

BUILDING AND GROUNDS: Dave Adams

reported that the insulation of the attic in Sr.

Joan's house was completed. The results were

exceptional and Sr. Joan is much more

comfortable. No further action is deemed

necessary at this time.

SAINT ANN ALTAR SOCIETY: President Eileen

Settles reminded the Council that the annual Fall

Rummage Sale will be October 4 and 5 from 7:00

am – 2:00 pm. The Altar Society purchased

hosts, sacramental wine, candles and a new

vacuum for the church.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Bob Dalley reported

that the proceeds from the recent Pork Chop

supper were around $1,700.00. The Knights will

have a Breakfast on Sunday, October 27 after

Mass to support Gibault School. Dave Zobel, Bob

Schlick and Bob Dalley recently attended an Open

House at the school in Terre Haute. The school

currently has 120 students. Your free will offering

will help our Council continue their charitable

work.

EVANGELIZATION: Pat Barley noted that she,

Gaye McKenney and Clare Delaney attended the

4th

Annual Gathering of Disciples held at

Roncalli High School. The Archdiocese is

completing work on a guide book on

evangelization for the parishes. This guide should

help parishes set realistic specific goals and assist

them in achieving these goals.

FAITH FORMATION: Sr. Joan reminded all that

the RCIA classes will begin on Monday,

September 23 at 7:00 pm in the St. Vincent

Schoolhouse.

Sr. Joan also reported that there are 44 students

enrolled in the Religious Education classes and

there was perfect attendance at the first class. No

students from St. Vincent are enrolled in the

Confirmation class. Six St. Vincent youths

received the Sacrament of Confirmation this year.

OLD BUSINESS: The parish disaster committee,

Larry Haunert, John Kappas, Joan Knight and

Bob Dalley will meet in the near future to work on

preparing our COOP, Continuity of Operations

Plan.

Margaret Haehl will attend the next St. Joseph

Parish Council meeting to update them on our

Council and to see where we can cooperate and

combine our efforts.

NEW BUSINESS: Jane Crady, coordinator of

Preparedness for the Archdiocese attended the

meeting and presented detailed information

regarding the creation of a comprehensive disaster

plan for the parish. Many areas and concerns

were addressed to accommodate a variety of

possible disasters.

The next Parish Council meeting will be Tuesday,

October 22 at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall. All

parishioners are welcome to attend

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1

Mass 8:15 am St. Joseph

2

Mass 8:00 am St. Vincent

Religious Ed

Class 6:15 pm

3

4 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

Rummage Sale 7am-2pm

St Vincent Hall

5 Mass 5:00 pm

St. Joseph

Rummage Sale 7am-2pm

St Vincent Hall

6 Mass 8:30 am

St. Vincent

Mass 10:00 am Mass 12:15 pm

Spanish St. Joseph

Youth Group 6 pm

7 Mass 5:00 pm

St. Vincent

Adoration & Confession

5:30 – 6:00 pm

RCIA 7pm

8 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

9 Mass 8:00 am

St. Vincent

Religious Ed Class 6:15 pm

Deacon Tom’s

Book Study Begins

10

K of C Business

Meeting 6:30 pm

11 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

12 Mass 5pm

St. Joseph

13 Mass 8:30 am

St. Vincent

Mass 10:00 am Mass 12:15pm

Spanish St. Joseph

Deacon Tom’s

Book Study

14 Mass 5:00 pm

St. Vincent

Adoration &

Confession 5:30 – 6:00 pm

SVDP Society 6:30 pm Hall

15 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

16 Mass 8:00 am

St. Vincent

Fall Break No

Religious Ed class

17

18 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

19 Mass 5pm

St. Joseph

20 Mass 8:30 am

St. Vincent

Mass 10:00 am

Mass 12:15pm Spanish

Youth Group

6 pm

21 Mass 5:00 pm

St. Vincent

Adoration &

Confession 5:30 – 6:00 pm

St. Ann’s

Altar Society 6:30 pm Hall

RCIA 7pm

22 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

Parish Council 7 pm Hall

23 Mass 8:00 am

St. Vincent

Religious Ed Class 6:15 pm

24 25 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

26 Mass 5pm

St. Joseph

27 Mass 8:30 am

St. Vincent

Mass 10:00 am

Mass 12:15pm Spanish

St. Joseph

Youth Group 6 pm

28 Mass 9:00am

St. Vincent

Adoration &

Confession 5:30 – 6:00 pm

RCIA 7pm

SVDP Society 6:30 pm Hall

29 Mass 8:15 am

St. Joseph

30 Mass 8:00 am

St. Vincent

Religious Ed Class 6:15 pm

31 Halloween

Mass 5:30 pm St Joseph

Followed by Trunk or Treat

in Parking Lot