From Father JimWe will be closing our Jubilee year of Mercy at ICC with the noon Mass and at St. Jude Mission with the 9:00 AM Mass next Sunday, November 20. On this same Sunday we complete our Liturgical Year with the Solemnity of Christ the King.

This Jubilee Year invited us to celebrate the theme, “Merciful like the Father.” Throughout this past year each tome we passed through the front door of each church, we passed through a “Holy Door” to intentionally remind ourselves not only of God’s Mercy toward us but also of our call to extend that Mercy to others.

St. Pope John Paul II reminds us that “to focus on the door is to recall the responsibility of every believer to cross its threshold and confess that Jesus Christ is Lord” (Mysterium 8, 2000). Pope Francis tells us that Jesus is the face of God’s Mercy [Misericordiae Vultus 1 2015].

There is a brief ritual we will use at the end of Mass in each church to remove from the doors the icons of mercy that have graced the doors this whole year. The Jubilee Year is ended but not the call to weave the fabric of God’s Mercy into our living Jesus.

Catholic Campaign for Human Development Today we are having a second collection for The Catholic Campaign for Human Development. The CCHD was launched in 1970 by U.S. Bishops to fund groups working to break the cycle of poverty. Since its inception, CCHD has made grants to community-based self-help projects created and managed by low-income Americans. CCHD has funded community organizing and economic development projects through national and local grants. The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is funded almost exclusively by an annual second collection in each parish. CCHD is truly a grass roots fundraising activity to fund grass roots action on behalf of social justice. Please look for the CCHD envelope to make a donation or you can donate online on our parish website.

We extend a warm welcome to our new Parishioners:Mrs. Marie Lynch

Congratulations to those recently baptized:Aleenah Rose Matthews

Congratulations to the couple who has recently been married in the parish:

Maria Muscara and Christopher Clyde

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!Thank you to everyone who participated and attended our 42nd Christmas Bazaar!! A HUGE thank you to ALL of our Volunteers, without whom this event would not be possible! We appreciate all of your hard work and

dedication to making our biggest fundraiser such a success! If you still need to pick up your pictures from Breakfast with Santa, please come to the Parish Center where they are waiting for you! The Parish Music Ministry is looking for new members! Rehearsals for Christmas are now underway, and we’d love to have you join us during this joyous season! See the bulletin for the schedule of rehearsals for our handbell, contemporary, children's, and parish choirs. We’re also looking for cantors and accompanists, who play and sing on an alternating schedule. For more information, contact Dana Brehany, Director of Music Ministry at 410-398-1100 or icsjmusic@gmail.com.

WE HAVE A NEW WEBSITE!!!Make sure to visit it today!! www.iccparish.weconnect.com.

November 21, 2016 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 22, 2016 St. Cecilia

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 23, 2016 St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 24, 2016 Thanksgiving Day

8:30 AM All Souls November 25, 2016 St. Catherine of Alexandria

8:30 AM All Souls November 26, 2016

8:30 AM All Souls5:00 PM Robert E. Davis

November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent 7:00 AM All Souls8:30 AM People of the Parish9:00 AM SJ George Benvegno10:15 AM Constanty and Marcella Smolka12:00 PM Sister Mary Vincent (Living Intention)

Children’s Liturgy of the WordChildren’s Liturgy is for children ages 5-8 ONLY. Children who are do not fall into this category are

asked to remain in church.

Catechist for Sun, November 27th is:Grace Amoretti

The Angel TreeThe Angel Tree is a parish tradition in which we can share with those who are less fortunate. Parishioners had the opportunity to choose an Angel with a child’s name on it who is in need. The gifts are to be wrapped and the angel

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

used as a nametag. This is essential as it enables us to match the angel with the correct family!

Gifts are due back on December 4 th !

It is important that you return your gift on time! If you wish to help our community and did not pick up an angel at Mass, please call the Outreach at 410-398-2110.Thank you so much for your generosity!

Liturgy

Readings for next week: First Sunday of Advent First Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 The words of Isaiah urge all people to forsake war and to live in peace forever. The tone reaches a climax in the words, “One nation shall not raise the sword against another, nor shall they train for war again.”

Second Reading: Romans 13:11-14 Paul invites us to put away all the things of darkness and sin and to prepare for the coming of Christ.

Gospel: Matthew 24:37-44 A comparison is made between the destruction caused by Noah’s flood and the need to be prepared for the second coming of Christ. “You must be prepared in the same way. The Son of Man is coming at the time you least expect.”

Daily Readings: Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Sunday2 Sm 5:1-3; Col 1:12-20; Lk 23:35-43

Monday

Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5; Lk 21:1-4

TuesdayRv 14:14-19; Lk 21:5-11

WednesdayRv 15:1-4; Lk 21:12-19

ThursdayRv 18:1-2, 21-23, 19:1-3, 9a; Lk 21:20-28

FridayRv 20:1-4, 11—21:2; Lk 21:29-33

SaturdayRv 22:1-7; Lk 21:34-36

Why Jewish Scripture Readings at Sunday Mass? What is all this talk about God “bringing doom, gloom and destruction on Israel and/or her neighbors?” What did they mean for the Jewish listeners millennia ago? How are we today to understand these passages from the Old

Testament? Why are they an integral part of understanding the New Testament? Why? Why? Why? Come and explore stories of the Old Testament readings that we will hear during Advent and beyond! Bring a friend! Our Parish Youth Group will be available for child care during this time for a slight donation for Work Camp. Fr. Connolly will give the first presentation TODAY, Sunday, Nov. 20 th at 1:15pm in the chapel. The second presentation will be on Dec. 11th. Hope to see you there! The youth group is holding a babysitting service for the presentation, today, in the school.

Pope Francis Year of Mercy Quote of the WeekToday is The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. This Feast concludes the Year of Mercy that began on December 8, 2015. This will be our last Pope Francis Year of Mercy Quote of the Week. However, I encourage you to “Google” Pope Francis to reflect on the words of wisdom that he offers in his daily preaching and his weekly Angelus Addresses, or in his Apostolic Exhortations. I find that he offers us much food for thought to help us deepen our faith, and, as St. Francis de Sales would ask, to “Live+Jesus.” In the Gospel of Luke, we hear about Jesus’ crucifixion on this Solemnity of Christ the King. Pope Francis wrote: “Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is nothing else than the culmination of the way he lived his entire life. Moved by his example, we want to enter fully into the fabric of society, sharing the lives of all, listening to their concerns, helping them materially and spiritually in their needs, rejoicing with those who rejoice, weeping with those who weep; arm in arm with others, we are committed to building a new world.” (Evangelii Gaudium)

Are you unbaptized and have a desire to be baptized? Are you a Christian interested in becoming a Catholic? Are you a baptized Catholic who never received the sacrament of Eucharist and Confirmation? If you answered yes to any of these questions then RCIA is for you!! RCIA is the process by which baptized and unbaptized Christians become members of the Catholic Church. It is also the process by which baptized Catholics receive the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. Do you feel God calling you to have a deeper relationship with Him? If so, contact the Parish Office at 410-398-1100 or rcia@iccparish.org to learn more about RCIA and to set up an interview with Pat Kosman. The RCIA process is a wonderful way to have a greater understanding of the

Catholic faith and become closer to God. Sponsors are needed to walk with those who are learning about the Catholic faith through the RCIA process. Do you love your Catholic faith and you want to share it with others? Please consider being a sponsor! Call the Parish Office at 410-398-1100 to sign up. It requires a small amount of effort yet you'll receive large rewards. If you are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, please contact the Parish Office at 410-398-1100.

Pregnant? Have a Newborn? Does your child need to be Baptized? You’re Invited! Baptism Classes are: Jan. 9, March 20, May 15 & August 21. All classes are Monday evenings, 7:00-8:30 PM in our Parish Center. It’s never too early to take the class 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 the Baptism

Faith FormationImmaculate Conception School News

The staff and students are preparing for a very short week before heading off to celebrate Thanksgiving. Students have a half-day on Monday, and will finish their week with a special prayer

service hosted by our kindergarten and 1st grade students. We will present Miss Dotty with our Thanksgiving baskets to fill the shelves of Outreach. Teachers will hold parent conferences that afternoon and evening.

ICS is hosting a paint night on December 9th

for anyone 18 years of age or older. Please call the office for more information.

If you know of anyone who is considering a Catholic education for their children, please have them contact the school for more information. Our next official open house will be January 31 from 8:30 to 11:00 during Catholic Schools Week, and then we will have another in the evening later in the spring. Individual tours are available upon request by contacting the office at 410-398-2636.

Faith FormationReligious Education & Sacraments

Religion Classes: Gr. K-8: Religion Classes: Gr. K-8, Today: Nov. 20th at 8:30am.

NOTE: There are no religion classes Wednesday, November 23 rd & Next Sunday, November 27 th .

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATIONTour of Reconciliation Room: Today, Sun., November 20th at 9:30am

Celebration of First Reconciliation will be on Saturday, December 3rd at 10am.

Youth Ministry & Confirmation NOVEMBER

20th Teaching Adoration with Deacon Mike

27th NO YOUTH GROUP

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 If you are in 7th and 8th grade, you are invited to attend youth group tonight, Sunday, November 20th from 6-8pm in the church.CONFIRMATIONConfirmation classes have begun. If you attend Sundays, please use the Youth Room entrance of the Parish Office. If you attend Wed or Thurs, please use the main entrance of the Parish Office.Sponsor Meeting is TODAY, Sunday, November 20th at 4pm. Bring a couple dollars with you for pizza and drinks during the free hour. If you missed Lesson 7-9, there will be a makeup class TODAY, Sunday, November 20th at 8:30am in the Parish Center Library.Parents and Parishioners: The youth group is in need of SODA IN CANS. Pizza gift cards are welcome, too! Thanks!

CATHOLIC HEART WORK CAMPAre you entering 8th grade through early college age Fall of 2017? Have you ever wanted to go on a mission trip? If you answered yes, then come to the final interest

meeting, Sunday, December 4th at 4:30pm in the Youth Room with your parents. Catholic Heart Work Camp gives you the opportunity to attend a week-long mission with other youth. You will work, serve, reflect, celebrate Mass, and build relationships. You will have fun, too!

Adult EducationInterested in a study group?Many opportunities are available. Call the Parish Office at 410-398-1100 for more information.ADULT ENRICHMENT PROGRAM The Topic This Year is: Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come. The Sessions will be held Mon., Nov. 21st and Tues., Nov. 22nd

This week’s topic is Revelation 19-20: The Marriage Supper and the Great Judgment The Next Bible Timeline Great Adventure Session is Thurs, Dec. 1st at 9:15am in the Parish Center. The Topic: Messianic Fulfillment Part 2: Luke 9:52-19:27The Season of Advent Begins Next Sunday, November 27 th ! This year slow down and focus on what matters most. Join Dynamic Catholic for their free email program! 1. Pick up a copy of the special booklet provided by the parish entitled: Mercy from the Manger by Pope Francis found in the vestibule of church. 2. Sign up for BestAdventEver.com3. Check our parish website for resources in terms of Advent Calendars, prayers, etc. and links for Advent.

You won’t want to miss a new daily Advent Resource entitled Advent Waiting with the Flock!

Social Concerns

Outreach: We are very low on food!! We are currently asking for: All Thanksgiving Fixin’s

(turkeys too!!!!)

Parish and Family Life

Parish Coffee: Join us for Parish Coffee December 4th

after the 9 AM Mass at St. Jude’s.The Knights of Columbus are providing coffee and donuts after 10:15 mass at ICC on December 11th!

Parish Events / Information

Sunday, November 208:20 AM Confessions – SJ8:30 AM Religious Ed - S/PC10:30 AM Baptisms - SJ 12:30 PM Youth group babysitting - ICS1:00 PM Fr. Michael Connolly - CH3:00 PM Confirmation sponsor meeting - caf5:00 PM Youth group - CH5:30 PM Confirmation Class - PC

Monday, November 21 ICS ½ day9:00 AM Novena – CH12:30 PM Parent/teacher conferences - ICS6:30 PM Adult Ed class - PC

8:00 PM AA Mtg - Caf

Tuesday, November 22ICS closed8:00 AM Parent/teacher conferences - ICS9:00 AM Holy Hour – CH9:15 AM Book Study - PC9:15 AM Adult Ed Class - PC6:30 PM Handbell Rehearsal - IC7:30 PM Contemporary Rehearsal -IC

Wednesday, November 23 ICS closed 9:00 AM Rosary Crusade/St Jude Novena – CH9:30 AM Cantor Rehearsal - IC1:00 PM Leisure Club - PC3:45 PM Children’s Choir - IC8:15 PM Knights of Columbus Mtg - PC

Thursday, November 24 ICS & Parish Office closed9:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH

6:00 PM Confirmation Class - PC6:30 PM Cantor Rehearsal - IC7:00 PM Parish Choir Rehearsal - IC

Friday, November 25 ICS & Parish Office closed9:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH

Saturday, November 26 9:00 AM Rosary Crusade - CH4:15 PM Confessions - IC7:00 PM NA - Caf

Join us for Paint Nite!!Fri. Dec 9th from 7pm - 9pm in the ICS Cafeteria. The cost is $45 which includes all paint supplies, drinks, and snacks. To register go to: http://paintnite.com/pages/events/view/baltimore/1129960 If you have questions, please contact Maria Kilby at mkilby@icschoolweb,org. Registration closes Nov. 25th.

Tastefully Simple My Child and Me Cookie Preparation Workshop:

Tuesday, December 13, 4:00-8:00pm in the ICS Cafeteria. Cost: $50 for 1 parent and 1 child ($2 per additional child) Includes: Tastefully Simple Products to make 5 batches of cookies, all Ingredients for Cookie Prep (e.g. eggs and butter), freezer Bags to Store Cookie Dough Balls, Instructions, also, includes pizza and drinks. Proceeds from this event will be going to Immaculate Conception School!

Bring your child (children) to this fun workshop to prepare cookie dough for baking Christmas cookies. A pizza dinner with drinks will be included. Contact Gail Jusiewicz at 302-547-2777 or GailJ-TS@Comcast.Net. Please make checks payable to Gail Jusiewicz and submit to the parish office by December 1st

To sign up:

Name: ________________________________________Number of Children: ________Phone Number: _________________________________Email Address: _________________________________Cost: Adult + 1 child $50+ Number of Extra Children X $2 _______

Total: ________

Actual Expected $50,000$80,000

$110,000$140,000$170,000$200,000$230,000$260,000$290,000

Weekly OffertoryJuly 1, 2016-November 13, 2016

Fiscal Year-To-Date Totals

Offertory November 13 Fiscal Budget Immaculate Conception $7,832.55 $8,647.95St. Jude’s $1,458.00 $1,807.04Online $1,460.00 $2,452.41

$10,750.55$12,907.402016-2017 Fiscal YTD Offertory Surplus $5,260.41If 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: www.iccparish.weconnect.com

2.) 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.

Crouch Funeral Home’s 8TH Annual Stockings for Soldiers: We will again this year send stockings to our well-deserving military & veterans at military bases, National Guard bases, VA Hospitals, and reserve posts across America. We will be collecting items such as: candy, hand sanitizer, sun block, gum, baby wipes, toothpaste/toothbrushes, moisturizer, first aid supplies, shampoo/conditioner, eye drops, protein bars, batteries, disposable cameras, lip balm, crossword puzzles, cards, hot chocolate, etc. We also collect cell phones on a year-round basis. Place items and Christmas Cards in Stocking. Close the stocking securely so the items inside do not fall out. If for a female or veteran, please mark accordingly. Filled stockings MUST be returned no later than Monday, December 5th to ensure they reach our troops and veterans in time for Christmas! Please return Monday-Friday between 8:30am-4:30pm to 127 South Main Street, North East, Maryland 21901 410-287-6166 crouchfh@gmail.com

Calling all Lovers of Music!The final concert for UD's Schola Cantorum, Carols by Candlelight, will be held on Sunday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. at Newark's First Presbyterian Church, W. Main St., Newark. (The church next to the Newark Country Club). Carols will be sung by the Concert Chorale and/or the Schola Cantorum. The main piece will be John Rutter's "Gloria," with organ, brass & percussion.Last year was almost a sell-out, so purchase your tickets early! Tickets are $15 adults; $10 UD faculty/staff/alumni & seniors; $5 students. Advanced tickets are available through the REP Box Office, located in the Roselle Center for the Arts or by calling 302-831-2204.

St. Joseph Parish, Middletown, is planning a 3 day 2 night trip to the Christmas Lights at Virginia Beach/Williamsburg, Va., on December 12-15. If you are interested in joining us, call Marie at 302-449-2496 for details.

“LIGHTS OF LOVE” sponsored by the Junior Board of St. Francis Hospital is an opportunity to recognize friends and family members or honor the memory of loved ones. By making a donation of $5 or more those honored will have their names displayed on a scroll in the hospital lobby thru January 10. A special Mass will be offered in your intentions on December 8th at noon in the hospital chapel. Bishop Francis Malooly will be the celebrant. Lighting ceremony in the hospital lobby follows. For more information contact susanmclaughlin53@gmail.com

November 21, 2016 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 22, 2016 St. Cecilia

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 23, 2016 St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 24, 2016 Thanksgiving Day

8:30 AM All Souls November 25, 2016 St. Catherine of Alexandria

8:30 AM All Souls November 26, 2016

8:30 AM All Souls5:00 PM Robert E. Davis

November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent 7:00 AM All Souls8:30 AM People of the Parish9:00 AM SJ George Benvegno10:15 AM Constanty and Marcella Smolka12:00 PM Sister Mary Vincent (Living Intention)

November 21, 2016 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 22, 2016 St. Cecilia

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 23, 2016 St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 24, 2016 Thanksgiving Day

8:30 AM All Souls November 25, 2016 St. Catherine of Alexandria

8:30 AM All Souls November 26, 2016

8:30 AM All Souls

5:00 PM Robert E. DavisNovember 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent

7:00 AM All Souls8:30 AM People of the Parish9:00 AM SJ George Benvegno10:15 AM Constanty and Marcella Smolka12:00 PM Sister Mary Vincent (Living Intention)

November 21, 2016 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 22, 2016 St. Cecilia

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 23, 2016 St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 24, 2016 Thanksgiving Day

8:30 AM All Souls November 25, 2016 St. Catherine of Alexandria

8:30 AM All Souls November 26, 2016

8:30 AM All Souls5:00 PM Robert E. Davis

November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent 7:00 AM All Souls8:30 AM People of the Parish9:00 AM SJ George Benvegno10:15 AM Constanty and Marcella Smolka12:00 PM Sister Mary Vincent (Living Intention)

November 21, 2016 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 22, 2016 St. Cecilia

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 23, 2016 St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr

8:30 AM All SoulsNovember 24, 2016 Thanksgiving Day

8:30 AM All Souls November 25, 2016 St. Catherine of Alexandria

8:30 AM All Souls November 26, 2016

8:30 AM All Souls5:00 PM Robert E. Davis

November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent 7:00 AM All Souls8:30 AM People of the Parish9:00 AM SJ George Benvegno10:15 AM Constanty and Marcella Smolka12:00 PM Sister Mary Vincent (Living Intention)