Parish Office: 458-6114 Fax: 458-8179 E-mail: olvoffice@olvmt.org Web Page: www.olvmt.org

“Therefore, I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people

that will produce its fruit.”

—Matthew 21:43

Weekend Eucharist:

Wolf Creek: Every Saturday 3:00 pm (May through October)

OLV: Saturdays 6:00 pm

Sundays 8:00 am and 10:30 am

Weekday Eucharist:

OLV: Wednesdays 6:30 pm

Reconciliation:

OLV: Wednesdays (except third Wednesdays)

5:45 pm or by appointment

LOW GLUTEN HOSTS are available - please

contact the parish office at 458-6114 to inquire.

October 8, 2017

OUR LADY of the VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH 1502 Shirley Rd — Helena, MT

Fr. Dan Shea, Pastor Randy Fraser, Deacon Steve Barry, Deacon

Our Lady of the Valley Parish

Sacred Heart Church

Parish Office Staff: Office Manager: Pam Banning Bookkeeper: Cathi Nelson

Youth Ministry: Cyndi Krings (PreK-5th) 449-9950 David Casey (Middle School) 443-4750 David Casey (High School) 443-4750

Music Ministry: Maggie Brennan

AFF (formerly RCIA): Tim Harris 443-5158 Sharon Richetti Dennis O’Reilly Rick Richetti Carleen Layne

Finance Council Members: Chris Jensen (Chair) Tim Harris Laurie Bowlds Kim Kradolfer Karolyne Redding Jim Hill

Pastoral Council Members: Pete (Chair) & Barb Oljar Pam Buzalsky Dan & Lucy Gengler Carol Frazer Jim & Kate McDonnell Mary Smith Teri Flemming Rhonda Malecha Mike & Val Bright Mary Kistler Rick & Sharon Richetti Jim McKeon Charlotte McMilin Tammy Stefanik .

Baptism Classes: January-April-July-October (Contact Parish Office)

Marriage Preparation: 6 months’ notice required (Contact Parish Office)

Please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to

update your phone records when disconnecting your

landline. Thank you!

HEARING DEVICES are available for anyone interested in using them.

They are located in the drawer beneath the holy water font.

READINGS October 15th

Isaiah 25:6-10a Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20 Matthew 22:1-14

SACRED HEART CHURCH 125 Walsh St — Wolf Creek, MT

Office Hours: 10 am-3 pm Mon-Fri

1st Reading: Isaiah 5:1—7

Isaiah sang of his friend, “My friend had a vineyard on a fertile hillside.” The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel,

and the people of Judah are God’s cherished plant.

2nd Reading: Philippians 4:6—9

Paul wrote, “Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition … the God of peace will be with you.”

With thanksgiving, make your request known to God.

Gospel: Matthew 21:33—43

Jesus told the parable of the vineyard owner who sent out slaves and finally his son to the rebellious tenants who killed them. “The

stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; by the Lord has this been done, and it is wonderful in our eyes.”

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

OCTOBER 8th READINGS

UPCOMING SCHEDULE October 7 — October 15, 2017

Saturday 7th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass for Margaret White

6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 8th 8:00 am Mass for the People

9:15 am Pre-K to 6th Grade

10:30 am Mass

Monday 9th Columbus Day—Office Closed

7:00 pm Catholic-Lutheran Dialogue

at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church

Tuesday 10th 7:00 pm Pastoral Council

Wednesday 11th 5:45 pm NO Reconciliation

6:30 pm Communion Service

7:00 pm Jr High/High School

7:00 pm RCIA

Thursday 12th 7:00 pm Healing Prayer Meeting

7:00 pm Baptism Class in Gathering Space

Saturday 14th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass for Sandra Hanley Swanson

6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 15th 8:00 am Mass for the People

9:15 am Pre-K to 6th Grade

10:30 am Mass

A WELCOMING COMMUNITY

Jesus, I don’t want to walk away from you. You are my treasure, Lord!

—theWORD among us

Resurrection Cemetery

Please remove ALL ITEMS from your loved ones’ graves from

October 1 through November 1 for Fall cleanup,

mowing, winter preparation, and grave repair. Questions?

Call 442-1782. Thank you!

Carroll College Theology Department presents

Seeing with the eyes of Christ: Learning to Read Scripture with St. Augustine with Fr. Kevin Grove, CSC on Thursday, October 19th, 7pm in Trinity Lounge at Carroll College. Fr. Grove will discuss how Augustine read the scriptures and how that is relevant today.

Q Talks Thursday, October 26th, 7pm in the FLEX Theatre at Carroll College. During this special event, three Carroll College students will give 9-minute talks on how to engage our culture through faith. We will livestream in to a national audience for talks from David Brooks, Dr. Laura Powell, and Jason Petty.

LIVING FATIMA The Miracle & The Message

On October 13th & 14th, Billings Catholic Radio brings you a two-day conference that will touch hearts and dig deep into the messages of Our Lady of Fatima, 100 years later.

With the help of our keynote speaker, EWTN’s Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J., you’ll hear why Our Lady’s messages and warnings are more critical now than ever before. The conference will be hosted at both St. Francis School, 2202 Colton Blvd, and at the neighboring St. Thomas the Apostle church in Billings.

Full schedule and registration information can be found at www.kjcrradio.com or by calling 406-294-5250.

Deacon Steve and Deacon Randy thank all OLV parishioners for

the wonderful words and gifts presented during last weekend’s

Deacon Appreciation. Special thanks to the Pastoral Council

for hosting refreshments after all Masses. Both of us are richly blessed

to, as Fr. Dan put it, “grow up” in and through Our Lady of the Valley. We joyfully serve this caring and

welcoming community!

KICK-OFF WEEKEND: October 7-8

COMMITMENT WEEKENDS: October 14-15 thru November 18-19

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Eucharistic Minister Training

Ministry Training Wednesday

October 25th following 6:30 pm Mass

FOOD SHARE—Kids need us all year!

Flour

We donated 313 pounds in September!

Thank you from the bottom of

my cart! Easy Mac cups pudding cups granola bars fruit cups

shelf stable milk Cheerios juice boxes nut butters

ALWAYS NEEDED for kid packs

-canned soups -canned tuna -peanut butter -flour

-canned meals like —Spaghettios —chili —lasagna

The “Wish List” food items

WELCOME TO OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH Our warmest welcome to all who celebrate with us. If you are not registered, have a change of address, or have other needs, please fill out this form and place in the collection basket or mail to the parish office.* Date: ___________________ Name_____________________________________________ ______New parishioner/Registration form requested Address___________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new address

__________________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new phone number

Phone_____________________________________________ E-Mail Address__________________________________

*Please contact the parish office to inquire about monthly giving through automatic banking (458-6114).

Adult Faith Formation with RCIA

Interested in learning about the Catholic Church?

Please consider joining us for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.

Classes are at 7 pm most Wednesdays starting October 4th,

continuing through the Easter Season.

Just call the office at 458-6114 to get started!

Need to complete Sacraments of Eucharist or Confirmation?

Want to deepen your understanding of Catholic teaching?

Little Rock Scripture Studies Fall and Winter Sessions

Advanced level Genesis Part II course facilitated by Fr. Dan begins Monday, October 9th, at 10 am. Signups are on the back table. An evening class of Genesis Part II will be offered in our Winter session after

Christmas. The study books are the same as those used in the Genesis Part I study!

The “Infancy Narratives” course begins Monday, November 27th at 10 am. Registration will be at a later date.

HELENA CATHOLIC YOUNG ADULTS

This group is open to all Helena area young adults in their 20s and 30s. The group offers an opportunity to form new friendships

and support one another in our faith lives.

Check back for more information on our upcoming Halloween Party at the end of October! See Facebook for details!

For more info, join our Facebook page ‘Helena Catholic Young Adults’ or call Clare Smillie (406)461-1375 or Oscar Velasquez (626)485-1604.

Come and join us for our Parish Mission

SS. Cyril & Methodius, East Helena October 14 – 18, 2017

Christ our Companion on the Journey

Fr. Michael Guadagnoli was born and raised in Dallas, TX. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1997, and is currently the pastor of St. Monica

Catholic Church in Dallas. He has given numerous retreats and days of recollection. He first met Fr. Bart Tolleson when he was in the seminary. Fr. Guadagnoli loves travel and is looking forward to his first visit to Montana.

Mission Schedule October 14-15: Fr. Guadagnoli presiding at all the weekend Masses October 16, 17, & 18: Confessions 11–11:30 am; Mass 11:30 am; Mission conference 12–1 pm; Adoration 6 pm; Confessions 6:15 – 6:45 pm; Mission conference 7 pm (Evening conference is a repeat conference)

MINISTRY SCHEDULE

October 7—8, 2017

6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Jeff Morris Eucharistic Ministers: Cathy and Dan Haag, Les Harris, Mike Latka, Mary LeMieux Greeters: Rachel Bakken Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Tom Honzel, Trish Bartz Eucharistic Ministers: Ed and Jenny Kelly, Bruce Coen, Diane Gray, Dan Gengler Greeters: Bob and Micki Bennett Altar Servers: Charlie Snellman and Lucia Lutgen

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Judy Palmquist, Dennis Mayernik Eucharistic Ministers: Buddy and Mary Olson, Donna and Rick Rogne, Jim Sebestyen Greeters: Liza Guevin Altar Servers: Layna Newhouse and Joelle Tooke

October 14—15, 2017

6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Carol Potuzak Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy Fraser, Kelly Parsley, Tammy Novotny, Karolyne Redding, Peggy Pillman Greeters: Dave and Mary Beth Garding Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Pam O’Reilly, Dennis O’Reilly Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy Fraser, John and Sue Hallsten, David Hartnett, Justin Lutgen Greeters: Kathleen Callahan Altar Servers: Sam Klatt and Elli Marron

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Tammy Stefanik, Keith Kelly Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy and Mary Fraser, Denise Smigaj, Shirley Timmerman, Pat Zincke Greeters: LuAnne Gustafson Altar Servers: Finn Morrison and Quinn Casey

Coffee Ministry: Volunteers Welcome after Sunday Masses

Bread Bakers: Oct 14, 15—Kelly McHugh Oct 21, 22 & 28, 29—Mary Baker

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP

October 1, 2017 $ 10,370

Cumulative Annual Offering (beginning July 1 to date)

October 2, 2016 $ 89,611 October 1, 2017 $ 96,496

(Above totals include automatic banking participation.)

Thank you for your generosity!

Baptism Class

Thursday

October 12 7 pm

Gathering Space