From Father JimRight after they are back from the Easter Break, our ICS school children, led by the second grade, will “resurrect the Alleluia.” It is a growing school custom here at ICS to bury the Alleluia at the beginning of Lent as a way of capturing the liturgical practice of fasting from Alleluia during this penitential season. As we were planning the school’s Easter Mass, the children were very excited about the Alleluia’s return! I believe it was St. Augustine who referred to Christians as Easter People whose song is Alleluia. That classroom was full of little Easter People the other day.

The Lenten Season’s Gospels introduce us to a cast of characters caught up in obstacles to light and love in their path. The Easter Season’s Gospels show us how those same characters received the news of Jesus’ Resurrection and how that news brought light and love into their hearts, their interactions with others and the whole of their lives. They so became Easter People that we read from the Acts of the Apostles they were first named Christians in Antioch because of the way they loved each other! As we engage the Easter Season this year we can rejoice and be glad for the Lenten journey which afforded us insight into our obstacles to living as Alleluia people. As Mary, Peter, Thomas, and the rest of the disciples receive the Risen Lord into their midst, we can better embrace the ways we are living out of our new life in Christ. If you read along in Lent the chapters from “Rediscover Jesus”, I suggest chapter 38 and a good launching point for your Easter Season journey.

We gather as a faith community this Easter Sunday in great joy! We gather to worship and give thanks to God for Jesus and his faithfulness in his hour of glory, His passion, death, and Resurrection. We also gather to support each other and especially to celebrate the six new, fully incorporated members of our faith community, Tony Catallozzi, Alexander Farris, Hannah Guy, Bozkurt Karauglan, Justin Prince, and Kristen PrinceHave a blessed and joyous Easter Season!

~ Father Jim, Father Gerry, Father Frank, Father Tony, Deacon Mike, and all our parish staff

Easter Flowers: If you would like to make a donation for Easter flowers in memory of a loved one please use the envelope in your envelope packet or put your donation in a regular envelope. Put the name of the persons to be remembered on the outside of the envelope and place it in the collection basket or send to the Parish Office.

Does your child need to be Baptized? You’re Invited! Baptism Classes are: May 15 & August 21, 7:00-8:30pm in our Parish Center. It’s never too early to prepare for the Baptism of your child. Parents are required and Godparents are encouraged to attend these classes. Contact the Parish Office to register for the Baptism Preparation

Class and to arrange the date of Baptism at 410-398-1100

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOLCome join this year’s exciting VBS adventure, Maker Fun Factory: Created by God; Built for a Purpose. We need adult and teen volunteers for this fun, faith-filled experience. Email donnamichelangelo@yahoo.com. The next Volunteer meeting will be Wed, May 3 rd , 6:30pm in the Parish Center. Planning on attending VBS? Register Early so that T-shirts/supplies can be ordered. VBS is for kids age 4 through the completion of Gr.5. Online registration available: iccparish.weconnect.com/vbs . Like us on Facebook! facebook.com/immaculateconceptionvbs/

The Music Ministry is looking for new members! See the bulletin for the schedule of rehearsals for our hand bell, contemporary, children's, and parish choirs. We’re also looking for cantors and accompanists. For more information, contact Dana Brehany, Director of Music Ministry at 410-398-1100 or icsjmusic@gmail.com

April 17, 2017 Monday of Easter8:30 AM Ruth Green

April 18, 2017 Tuesday of Easter 8:30 AM Connie Gumba

April 19, 2017 Wednesday of Easter8:30 AM Elna Leonardo

April 20, 2017 Thursday of Easter8:30 AM Salvador Panes

April 21, 2017 Friday of Easter8:30 AM Virginia T. Roesch

April 22, 2017 Saturday of Easter8:30 AM Joseph Coiner (Living Intention)5:00 PM William Biedrzycki

April 23, 2017 2nd Sunday of Easter7:00 AM Joseph and Lena Rettagliata8:30 AM Alma Jose9:00 AM SJ Victor Gottemoller10:15 AM Kenneth Hensley Sr. 12:00 PM Grace Jeffery

We extend a warm welcome to our new Parishioners:Mrs. Missy Bunner

Mr. and Mrs. Jason HaugenMr. and Mrs. Matthew Mills and family

Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

Inspirational quote of the week: “For me prayer is a surge of the heart, it is a simple look towards Heaven, it is

a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy.” ~ St. Therese of Lisieux

Liturgy

Readings for next week: second Sunday of Easter First Reading: Acts 2:42-47 In the early days of the Church in Jerusalem, the faithful listened intently to the teachings of the apostles. They lived a communal life, sharing all property in common and praying and taking their meals together. Second Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9 In this first letter from Peter, he speaks to the Christians with great joy and confidence, reminding them that through Christ’s resurrection, they have been given a new birth and are heirs to the kingdom of heaven. Gospel: John 20:19-31 After his resurrection, Jesus appears to his disciples and gives them the power to forgive sins. Thomas, who is absent, sees Christ later and believes in His resurrection after feeling His wounds. Christ admonishes Thomas by saying, “You became a believer because you saw Me. Blessed are they who have not seen and believed.”

Daily Readings: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the LordSunday

Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20:1-9 orMt 28:1-10 or, Lk 24:13-35

MondayActs 2:14, 22-33; Mt 28:8-15

TuesdayActs 2:36-41; Jn 20:11-18

WednesdayActs 3:1-10; Lk 24:13-35

ThursdayActs 3:11-26; Lk 24:35-48

FridayActs 4:1-12; Jn 21:1-14

SaturdayActs 4:13-21; Mk 16:9-15

Happy Easter! Christ has risen, Halleluiah! On this most glorious day we celebrate Christ’s triumph over death. We are reminded and reassured of the truth that Jesus

revealed to us a truth that provides us with hope. As you spend this day celebrating His return remember to do so with joy in your heart. The glory of His resurrection is that it is for all to share. As Christ tells us, “Do not be afraid,” so this week be filled with the courage and hope that his

resurrection provides and be not afraid to joyfully declare that Christ has risen indeed.

Adoration for Vocations On the first Sunday of each month, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament occurs from 1pm-3pm in IC Chapel. Please come join us to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. The next opportunity is, Sun May 7th. For information, contact Dermott Mullan at 410-398-3368

Liturgical Ministers for Next Week: April 22-23:5:00pmAltar Servers: Donovan O, Grace B EM’s Diana B, Madison L, Gina L Lector: Edward R Ushers: Eileen P, Pat C, Bill W7:00amAltar Servers: Sarah B, Jacob B EM’s: Sandra H, Frank S Lector: James B Ushers: Charles M, William C, Donald N8:30amAltar Servers: Henry W, Bennie J EM’s: Stephen C III, Mary Ann H, Don H Lector: Brigid W Ushers: Anthony D, Steve C Jr, Anthony M, Wendel S9:00am (SJ)Altar Servers: Robert H, Joseph H EM’s: Cheryl N, Chris H, Peggy O, Bill C, Tom V, Pat D, Dotty D Lector: John N Ushers: Jule V, Bill D, Kevin O, Jake S10:15amAltar Servers: Lizzie J, Justin M EM’s: Betty B, Julie M, Richard B, Katie G, Julie M, Gwen D Lector: Paula G Ushers: Bob W, Steve A, David B, James D12:00noonAltar Servers: Andrew F, Gabriel O EM’s: Cynthia J, Charles C, Grace B Lector: David T Ushers: Teresa G

Children’s Liturgy of the WordChildren’s Liturgy is for children ages 5-8 ONLY. Children who are not in this category are asked to remain in church.

The catechist for next Sunday, April 23rd is:Lindsay Partridge

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)The Elect who will be baptized and the Candidates for full communion in the Catholic Church are all looking forward to the Easter Vigil this Saturday,

April 15th at which they will become fully initiated Catholics. They have been learning about our Catholic faith and deepening their relationship with God. Let us all keep them in our prayers. RCIA will be starting new sessions in the fall. Watch the bulletin for announcements after Easter.

**ALERT: CHANGE OF DATE FOR ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS!! This is your last chance to register!! Are you 18 years of age or older and desire to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation? Register to to attend a Confirmation preparation session that will be offered THIS TUESDAY, APRIL 18 TH AT 7PM in the Parish Center Library.

**If you plan on attending, it is imperative that you register. Call the Religion Office at (410) 392-3551 or email us at re@iccparish.org to register for this class, receive needed forms, or for further information.

Faith FormationImmaculate Conception School News

ALLELUIA! It is wonderful to be able to celebrate the joy of Easter! After burying the Alleluia on Ash Wednesday, we have fasted from saying that word throughout Lent. Today, we can shout it from the rooftops! Alleluia, He has

risen!

All of the students and staff from I.C.S. wish you and your family the blessings of a wonderful Easter season! We are off enjoying family, food, and fun during our Easter vacation. School will be back in session on Monday, April 24.

Applications are being accepted for next school year. If you missed our open house, don’t worry. Individual tours are available upon request by contacting the office at 410-398-2636, and we will have another open house later in the spring. Now is the time to consider the benefits of a strong faith-based, challenging academic program that Immaculate Conception provides.

Faith FormationReligious Education & Sacraments

Explore learning about the Gospel, the Good News of Jesus and our Catholic Faith by registering for our parish religious education program. Classes for children in grades K-8 are

held Sunday Mornings or Wednesday evenings. The choice is yours! Online registration is available: iccparish.weconnect.com. Questions? Contact the religion office at 410-392-3551.

This registration is also for Sacrament programs. Note: Students must have completed Gr. 1 to prepare for 1st Communion and students must have completed Gr 7 and 8 to prepare for Confirmation.

SACRAMENT OF FIRST COMMUNION Rehearsals & corresponding celebrations: Wed., Apr. 26th: 6:30pm ICC - for Apr. 30th at 2pm Thurs., May 4th: 6:30pm SJ - for May 7th at 9am Mon., May 15th: 6:30pm ICC - for May 20th at 5pm Wed., May 17th: 6:30pm ICC - for May 21st at 2pm

**ALERT : EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS NEEDED FOR FIRST COMMUNION CELEBRATIONS: 3 Needed for Sun. April 30th at 2pm 1 Needed for Sun., May 21st at 2pm.

At least one Altar Server is needed for Sun., May 21st at 2pm.

CONTACT THE RELIGION OFFICE ASAP IF YOU CAN HELP AT ANY OF THESE CELEBRATIONS!

Youth Ministry & Confirmation “…He is alive! He is risen. Hallelujah, Hallelujah. Christ is risen, let the whole world sing. Chris is risen, Christ is risen from the dead…”—Paul Baloche

AprilNo Youth Group April 16th - 30th! Happy Easter!

May7th: NO YOUTH GROUP14th: Kickball/Dodgeball21st: Family Night28th: Patriotic Rosary into Game Night

May 21st, the Youth Group invites all families with youth in 9 th -college-age to join us from 6-8pm. Come meet new friends and learn what youth group is all about. Please bring a dish to share.

9 th -12 th and COLLEGE AGE: If you are in 9th-12th or a college-age young adult, you are invited to join youth group, Sunday nights in the Youth Room of the Parish Center from 6-8pm.

7 th and 8 th GRADE YOUTH: Check the website and bulletin for information about youth group.

CATHOLIC HEART WORKCAMPWe have a few more slots open for Catholic Heart Work Camp this summer (June 25th-July 1st) to Boston, MA. The cost is $355 per person. If you are interested, please contact Liz no later than April 19th.The teens attending Catholic Heart are selling raffle tickets for a steamer trunk filled with summer fun! If you are interested in a ticket, contact the youth office. Tickets are $20. Sales will run through the beginning of June.

YOUTH MINISTRY WISH LIST: Sodas in Cans, Pizza Gift Cards, Snacks, Md & Lg Cardboard Boxes, Spray Paint (yellow, green, red, black, blue, brown, pink, etc.)

YOUNG ADULTS 25-40: Are you interested in meeting others your age? Are you interested in fun ways to

deepen your faith? If you answered yes to either of those, then a young adult group is what your need. ICC is looking for young adults to join together to form a group. Contact Liz for more information.

Adult EducationInterested in a study group? Many opportunities are available. Call the Parish Office at 410-398-1100.

Adult Education Committee Meeting: Thursday, April 20th at 10am

ADULT ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Adult Enrichment Program Entitled: CATHOLICISM: THE PIVOTAL PLAYERS: Classes are Mon., Apr. 17th at 6:30pm & Tues., Apr. 18th at 9:15am. Topic: Discussion questions for G.K. Chesterton Pt 1 & viewing DVD Pt. 2

Social ConcernsOutreach:

Thank you for your help, prayers, & donations to this essential ministry!!

We are currently in need of: toilet paper, house cleaners, diapers size 5 and 6, and cake mix

The Cecil County Pregnancy Center would like to express their deepest appreciation for the generous support of ICC. This year you donated over $7,460! This will make a significant impact on our continuing services to families. These families are finding new hope and encouragement because of your embrace of new life.

Parish and Family LifeParish Coffee: Join us for Parish Coffee Sunday, May 7th after the 9 AM Mass at St. Jude’s.

Join us for Parish Coffee, Sunday, May 14th after the 10:15 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception!

Parish Events / Information

BUS TRIP TO NYC! We are planning a bus trip to NYC on Saturday, December 2. The bus will leave from People's Plaza in Glasgow at 9am, drops off in Times Square, then leaves Times Square at 9pm and will return to Peoples Plaza Seats are $35 each. Interested? Please contact Audrey Diotale: 302-561-5275, audreymallia@aol.com or Angela Maxwell at 302-563-0994, icsmaxwell@yahoo.com

Christian Yoga: All are welcome to join in an hour and a half; Christ-centered meditative and gentle stretching Yoga classes.

Classes are: Mondays 7 - 8:30pm in ICS gym. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat and towel. A $5 per class offering is suggested. Come to one or all classes and feel free to bring a friend! Call the parish center with any questions.

Save The Date!! Our 7th Annual Golf Classic is being held on June 12, at Newark Country Club!! Come join us for a great day, great food, and some amazing prizes; including a hole-in-one contest car donated by Newark Chrysler Jeep Dodge! Spaces are limited! You can register as a golfer, sponsor, or dinner guest.

Register online today at iccparish.weconnect.com. We are asking for volunteers to help with the planning committee and to help out the day of. Please contact the parish office at 410-398-1100 to register, volunteer, or for more information

COMMUNITY KITCHEN: Our next Community Kitchen will be held on April 28th at the Elkton Presbyterian Church at noon. We are asking for donations of sandwiches, fruit, or desserts to be delivered to the Parish Center by 10:00am on the 28th, or brought to the Presbyterian Church before noon. We also need volunteers to help serve the lunch and clean up after. The commitment would be from 11:00am-1:30pm. We would sure love to welcome any new helpers to our wonderful group of volunteers. This is a worthwhile and enjoyable way to be involved in the community. Please call Joyce Speakman at 610-597-3135 or Kathy Chamberlin at 410-398-7299 if you can help in any way. Thank you!!

The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians division 1 of Cecil County, Maryland is looking for new members! The LAOH is a National organization whose Mission is Friendship, Unity, & Christian Charity. The organization is open to women who are

practicing Catholics and who are Irish by birth or decent or are the wife of an AOH member. The LAOH is having their LAST meeting on May 3rd at 1:00pm and won’t meet again until September! Make sure you get in contact with Janice White asap at 410-378-3493

Plans are underway for the annual Christmas Bazaar in November!! We are looking for volunteers to help chair certain areas. Our most immediate needs are for someone to lead advertising and someone to be in charge of theme baskets (to include soliciting donations and assembling the baskets). These two areas require lead time so we are hoping to find chairpersons for these areas as soon as possible. If you are interested in being on the bazaar planning committee in one of these areas or in another capacity, please contact Terry Gustafson, teresa.gustafson@verizon.net, 443-553-2324 or Lisa Kaminski, kaminski-uch@comcast.net, 443-553-8042.

Sunday, April 167, 8:30, 10:15 AM Masses - IC9:00 AM Mass - SJ

Monday, April 17 ICS No School9:00 AM Novena – CH6:30 PM Adult Ed Class - PC8:00 PM AA Mtg - Caf

Tuesday, April 18 ICS No School9:00 AM Holy Hour – CH

9:15 AM Book Study - PC9:15 AM Adult Ed Class - PC4:45 PM Finance Council - PC6:30 PM Handbell Rehearsal - IC7:00 PM Adult Confirmation Class - PC7:30 PM Contemporary Rehearsal -IC

Wednesday, April 19 ICS No School9:00 AM Rosary Crusade/St Jude Novena – CH9:30 AM Cantor Reh - IC1:00 AM Book Club - PC3:45 PM Children’s Choir - IC7:00 PM Parish Council - PC

Thursday, April 20 ICS No School9:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH10:00 AM Adult Ed Committee - PC6:30 PM Cantor Rehearsal - IC6:30 PM Cub Scout mtg - caf7:00 PM Parish Choir Rehearsal - IC

Friday, April 21 ICS and Parish Office Closed9:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH7:00 PM NA - Caf

Saturday, April 229:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH4:15 PM Confessions - IC7:00 PM NA - caf

Actual Expected $100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$550,000$600,000

Weekly OffertoryJuly 1, 2016-April 9, 2017

Fiscal Year-To-Date Totals

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Offertory Week of: April 9 Fiscal Budget Immaculate Conception $9,339.43 $9,285.79St. Jude’s $1,940.18 $1,940.31Online $3,335.00 $2,633.28Christmas Offerings $17,443.00 $26,131.00

$32,057.61 $39,990.382017-2018 Fiscal YTD Offertory Deficit ($574.24)

If you do not have an Online Giving Account; it is easy to set one up! This is a convenient way to provide consistent financial support to your church. To sign up:

1.) Go to our website: iccparish.weconnect.com2.) Click on “Go to Online Giving”3.) Sign up!

Community Events / Information

Knights of Columbus Bishop Becker Council 2427

443-616-5370 or www.kofc2427.orgMeetings: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month at the Parish Center.

Did you know that Immaculate Conception is an affiliate partner with The Franklin Institute?! This means that as a parishioner, you get discount pricing for admission and exhibits!!! Simply go to www.fi.edu/affiliates and enter our organization code: ICCPMGRP and then print out your discounted tickets! Check out one of the awesome exhibits they are currently running: Time is running out to see our limited exhibit: and Jurassic World: The Exhibition (closing April 23rd). Book tickets today!The Junior Board of St. Francis Hospital, Inc. Spring Party/Fashion Show is being held Wed, April 26, at the DuPont Country Club at 11:00am. Come enjoy a luncheon, fashion show, cash bar, and much more! Reservations are $50 per person and all profits go toward the purchase of a new ambulance for St. Francis Hospital! For more information please call Regina Abbott, 302-463-5211.

Celebrate reading with us in the Rachael M. Ali Library at Saint Mark's, during the Junior High Track Meet on April 23rd.We will have stories, crafts, Marcus the Spartan, friends from the public library, and furry friends. Bring change from the bottom of your purse, your cup holder, or couch cushions! Every cent counts in the campaign to bring the love of reading to young children all over Delaware. Donations benefit Read Aloud Delaware.

Visit https://www.stmarkshs.net/page/academics/library for more information or to register. Walk-ins are welcome!