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9510 W. 127th St. • Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 681-3348 • www.kcascension.org • [email protected]

OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday:

8:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK 1st Thursday of the Month: 6:30 p.m.

C scension hurch of the A PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: WE JOYFULLY PROCLAIM, CELEBRATE,

WITNESS, AND SERVE JESUS CHRIST

RECONCILIATION Tuesday: 6:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m.

Thursday: 7:00 p.m. Saturday: 3:30 p.m.

ROSARY Sunday: 9:30 a.m.

Monday-Friday: 6:20 a.m. Thursday: 6:30 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.

SUNDAY MASSES Saturday: 4:30 p.m.

Sunday: 8:15 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 5:00 p.m.

WEEKDAY MASSES Monday-Friday: 6:45 a.m., 12:00 noon

Saturday: 8:30 a.m.

OCTOBER 18, 2015

29th Sunday inOrdinary Time October is Respect Life Month

ASCENSION THIS WEEK

Church of the Ascension 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time October 18, 2015

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STEWARDSHIP

My Gift of Treasure

Financial Update “For the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)

If you held a mirror up to your life, would it reflect God’s love and grace? If you are struggling with this, try changing your attitude from “I want more” to “thank you God for everything you have given me, I have enough to share”. This change in perspective will bring you joy through service to others.

Weekly Offertory: Oct. 10-11 $ 44,492.96 Monthly Autodebit: September $ 178,596.81 617 Families on Autodebit

Fiscal YTD: September, 2015 $ 1,349,152.02

Registered Families 2,929

STATUE AT OVERLAND PARK ARBORETUM

Many of you are aware that a very sexually controversial statue is in full view at the Overland Park Arboretum. Many people are concerned that the depiction of the headless woman sexting in this fashion is degrading to women and totally inappropriate for children. While some see it as art, others see it as obscene and not something that should be on display at a public place. A group of concerned citizens is seeking to have a Grand Jury look into the public placement of this statue; another 700 citizen signatures are needed to make this possible. This weekend those who wish will have the opportunity to sign a petition to submit this issue to a grand jury. The petition is not a request to remove the statue, but to have its appropriateness subject to grand jury decision. Public immorality is often tolerated and accepted because people are reluctant to take a stand. Give this some prayerful thought. Father Tom

CALENDAR OF EVENTSCALENDAR OF EVENTSCALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, October 18 What’s That Pack n Play For?, Gathering Area, All Day Sunday Scripture, Conf. Rm., 9:15AM Donuts, Parish Hall, After 8:15AM & 10:00AM Masses K4C Classes, 10:00AM AA Mtg., St. John Rm., 1:00PM Baptisms, Church, 1:00PM Al Anon Mtg., St. John Rm., 4:00PM SOR, Year I, 6:30PM

Monday, October 19 S & L, Youth Rm., 6:30PM RCIA Class, St. Mattthew Rm., 6:00PM Men’s Basketball, Age 21+, Gym, 8:30PM Searching For and Maintaining Peace, St. Matthew Rm., 9:30AM Ignatian Book Club, St. John Rm., 1:30PM

Tuesday, October 20 Searching For and Maintaining Peace, St. Matthew Rm., 9:30AM Ignatian Book Club, St. John Rm., 1:30PM Padre Pio Movie Night, St. Matthew Rm., 7:00PM Walking with Christ, St. Luke Rm., 7:00PM

Wednesday, October 21 The Early Church, St. Matthew Rm., 9:30AM SOR, 5:30PM Zoom-HS Youth, Youth Rm., 6:00PM AA Mtg., St. John Rm.,7:00PM The Early Church, St. Matthew Rm., 7:00PM Men’s Basketball, Age 21+, Gym, 8:30PM

Thursday, October 22 Matthew Course, St. Matthew Rm., 9:30AM Legion of Mary, St. John Rm., 7:00PM Matthew Course, St. Luke Rm., 7:00PM

Friday, October 23 Men of Ascension, St. Luke Rm., 6:00AM Walking with Christ, St. John Rm., 9:30AM Trunk or Treat, New Parking Lot, 5:45PM

Saturday, October 24 Recharge Marriage Enrichment, St. Matthew Rm., 12:30PM SALT Social, Parish Hall, 7:00PM

Sunday, October 25 Sunday Scripture, Conf. Rm., 9:15AM K4C Classes, 10:00AM AA Mtg., St. John Rm., 1:00PM MOYC Children’s Halloween Party, Parish Hall, 3:00PM Al Anon Mtg., St. John Rm., 4:00PM SOR, Year I, 6:30PM S & L, Youth Rm., 6:30PM Middle East Presentation, St. Matthew Rm. 7:00PM

ASCENSION THIS WEEK (Continued)

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GREAT CATHOLIC FAMILIES Parishioners and family members all have been given what some call gifts, others call talent, I like to refer to them as super powers. The Incredibles is one of my favorite family movies for this very reason. There are certain things that we all have passion about or find really easy for us that are not necessarily as easy for others. That might be singing or playing music, it might be design, it might be speaking, some people are particularly gifted in organization or mathematics. Many of us have that one child that just seems to know how every electronic device works without looking at instructions. Those are super powers! Great Catholic Families share their talents. They use their gifts or powers for good. There are so many ways that families can be involved in our parish through serving at Mass, teaching SOR, cooking for funeral lunches, volunteering for youth ministry, singing in a choir, etc. Try it! Talk about your families super powers. What do you all individually and as a family do that others find difficult? How can those gifts be used for family time as well as serving the parish or community? Based on “10 Things that Make for a Great Catholic Family,” by OurSundayVisitor. Share other tips or ideas with us at [email protected].


CONGRATULATIONS TO HEATH COLE

Congratulations to Heath Cole, our current middle school youth ministry coordinator, on his new full-time position as Youth Minister at Church of the Nativity. We are grateful to Heath for all that he has done to develop and energize A2J for our middle school young people. We are currently looking for another person to carry on this ministry. Thanks to Heath for his service, and God’s blessings as he assumes this new position.

PADRO PIO MOVIE NIGHT October 20, 7:00PM

St. Matthew Rm.

ZOOM October 21, 6:00PM

Youth Rm.

All high school students are invited to join us for Zoom (food, fellowship, & small groups) in the Youth Room. Dinner starts at 6:00pm. Event runs until 8:00pm.

WALKING WITH CHRIST Beginning October 20, 7:00PM

St. Luke Rm.

You are invited to join an engaging eight-week guided Ignatian prayer experience designed for you and a small group. Learn several ways of praying so that daily prayer is more possible. Be inspired once a week by the experience of others who are seeking to walk with Christ more closely as you are. The class will meet on Tuesdays from 7:00pm-8:30pm in the St. Luke Room. The course runs October 20 to December 8. The group will be facilitated by Marguerite Enlow. The cost is $40.00. To register online go to www.ignatiancenterkc.org. For questions or additional information please contact Kate Hodel at [email protected].

THANK YOU

We would like to extend a great big thank you to our wonderful parishioners who donated their time, talent and treasure to re-upholster the chairs and kneelers in the Adoration Chapel. They would like to remain anonymous but we want them to know how much it is appreciated. The beauty and comfort will be enjoyed by many for years to come.

SOR NEEDS CATECHISTS AND AIDES SOR still needs a catechist and aide. We are in need of a 5th grade catechist and a 2nd grade aide each Wednesday from 5:30pm-6:45pm. Please prayerfully consider being a part of making a difference in the lives of our young parishioners growing in their faith. Call the SOR Office at 913-681-7683 if you are interested.

LEGION OF MARY October 22, 7:00PM

St. John Rm.



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DIVORCED/SEPARATED SUPPORT MINISTRY

Beginning November 4, 7:00PM Conference Rm.

Ascension’s divorced and separated support ministry is sponsoring a group of men and women dealing with the pain and changes this causes spouses and kids. This group will strive to be supportive, loving and welcoming to all who have been through or are going through this. Moderator of the group will be a former Catholic Charities counselor who has experienced the trauma that divorce causes on a family. Please plan on joining us on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm in the conference room (next to the office) beginning November 4, (breaks for Thanksgiving week and the holidays), as we navigate this life-changing journey. This is an eight-week course. Please go to kcascension.org click on Current Volunteer Sign-ups under Quick Links in the lower right-hand portion of the website to sign up for the class, or email Jean at [email protected].

MEMORIAL MASS November 2, 7:00PM

Church

A memorial Mass is scheduled for 7:00pm on All Soul’s Day, November 2. We will remember all the parishioners who have died this past year, as well as family members and friends of parishioners who have died. It is a beautiful celebration of life and memories and eternal life. Please contact Jean in the office [email protected] or call 913-681-3348 if you wish to participate in the entry procession prior to Mass. We proceed with candles and call out your loved ones names in a moving ceremony. There will be a small gathering afterwards with coffee and snacks.

COAT DRIVE November 1- 8 Gathering Area

“Whatsoever you do for the least of My people, that you do unto Me.” “I was naked and you clothed me”

Mt 25:36

We will be collecting new and “gently used” coats for Johnson County Christmas Bureau. This organization collects donations for needy families and lets the parents “shop” for their children. Gloves, hats and scarves are also needed.

WOMEN OF ASCENSION October 28, 7:00PM

St. Matthew Rm.

Please see Page 11 for additional information.

UPCOMING EVENTS

MIDDLE EAST PRESENTATION October 25, 7:00PM

St. Matthew Rm.

The International Mission Ministry at Ascension will host a presentation on Sunday, October 25, in the St. Matthew Room beginning at 7:00pm by The Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA). This presentation will focus on how CNEWA, a Papal Agency that Ascension supports, assists with the refugee crisis and this agency’s involvement with various local entities supporting refugees fleeing their own countries due to persecution, and especially those activities serving hundreds of thousands of refugees who have fled to the country of Jordan and other countries. After the approximate one-hour presentation, time will be allotted for questions and answers. There is no charge for attending. For questions contact Ed Herman at 913-897-0082, or Jean at [email protected].

MOYC CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PARTY October 25, 3:00PM

Parish Hall

Please see Page 10 for additional information.


UPCOMING EVENTS (Cont’d.)/SIGN UP NOW!!!

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THE NATIONAL CATHOLIC REGISTER SUBSCRIPTION

The National Catholic Register is the oldest Catholic newspaper in the United States. It is owned by EWTN News. Content includes news, and features from the U.S., the Vatican, and worldwide.

You can now obtain this valuable resource at only one-third of the cost of an individual subscription order by participating in bulk ordering through Ascension parish. The newspaper will be delivered bi-weekly to the church, and you will pick up your copy at a designated area inside the gathering area.

If interested, please complete the information requested on the National Catholic Register envelopes on the table in the gathering area. Include your check for $22.00 made out to Church of the Ascension inside of the envelope and place it in the wooden box by November 16. The first issue should arrive by mid-December. You will be notified of its arrival. Please be assured that this is to defray the cost of the paper and for the convenience of our parishioners and not a money making project of any kind.

Contact parishioner, Joyce Grashoff at 913-271-0266 for any questions.

REMEMBER CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION IN YOUR PLANNED GIVING

Church of the Ascension invites you to leave a lasting legacy to the parish. Planned Giving is a means to thoughtfully transfer resources to the next generation and helps the church gather the funds necessary for its mission and ministry. Examples of Planned Giving include: Last Will and Testament, Revocable Trust, Charitable Gift Annuities and Memorial Gifts. If you have questions or you need more information about including Church of the Ascension in your Planned Giving, please contact Dawnlee Maurer at [email protected] or call the church office at 681-3348.

ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL VETERAN’S DAY ALL SCHOOL MASS

November 10, 8:00AM Church

Ascension Catholic School will celebrate Veteran’s Day with an all-school Mass on Tuesday, November 10, at 8:00am. All veterans are invited to attend! We would like to recognize these heroes by name at our celebration. If you or someone you know is attending, please email Becky Reed at [email protected] to RSVP. Please include the military branch and rank if possible. Thank you!

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WEEKLY PRAYER

NOTE: Please be sure to let us know when your

loved one is better. Email Jean Hinman at: [email protected] or call the

Parish Office 913-681-3348. Thank you.


Monday 6:45AM 12:00PM Tuesday 6:15AM 6:45AM 8:00AM 11:30AM 12:00PM Wednesday 6:45AM 8:00AM 12:00PM Thursday 6:45AM 12:00PM 6:30PM 7:00PM Friday 6:45AM 12:00PM Saturday 8:00AM 8:30AM 3:30PM 4:30PM Sunday 8:15AM 9:30AM 10:00AM 11:45AM 5:00PM

October 19 +Phil Rauen by John & Janet Arnold +Frank Chandler by Krebs Family October 20 Reconciliation Steve Thomas by Denise Urkevich +Leonard McKinzie by Family Reconciliation +Pat White by CRHP Team 9 October 21 +Ferrell Heeter by Family +Pete Arnold by Baska Family +Barbara Arens by Lewandowski Family October 22 McKeag Children by Mom +Bob Pickman by Dee Winters Weekly Rosary Reconciliation October 23 Laureen Baalman by Levell Family +Joe & Lottie Hlavacek by John & Kathleen Hlavacek October 24 Weekly Rosary +John Boehm, +Amalia DeLeon Montalvo, +James De Rose by Ascension Reconciliation Ascension Parishioners Fr. Nathan October 25 +Gertrude Frommelt Fr. Nathan Weekly Rosary +Paul Michael Breedlove Fr. Alessandro by Lisa Ragan & Family +Carl Goodrow Fr. Alessandro by Ron Quillo Family +Beverly McCullough Fr. Tom by Hawkins Family

Please let us know when your loved one is better! Parishioners: Margaret Augustine, Kathleen Baldwin, Suzie Barr, Joannie Basler, Janine Bensman, Jamie Boos, Bill Borst, Heather Cardin, Hunter Cussigh, Chelsea Dalbey, Mike Delaney, Bob and Mary Dinneen, Janet Dodd, Daniel Doherty, Rick Doran, Patricia Dors, Karen Elliott, Joe Esposito, Vinnie Fasone, Leona Fladung, Jennifer Fontana, Steve Galate, Jack Gessler, Robert Gilworth, Scott Graham, Marsha Hatfield-Baker, Mary Pat Harpenau, Virginia Hermes, Theresa Herrera, Burry Hinman, Lois Hochstatter, Barb Hughes, Alice Isom, Wade Johnson, Helen Klimas, Louise Larson, Trudy Larson, Marlene Maher, Jose Martinez, Lynne Minelli, Joe Montgomery, Mary Nail, Elaine Nelson, Charles Nutt, Tom Oxley, Jeff Palmer, Lisa Palmer, Kay Raab, Chandra Reynolds, Sarah Schaefer, Martha Schofield, Deidre Sechi, George Shore, Beth Jill Smith, Ana Sosa de Alonzo, Fr. Tom Tank, Jack Thesing, Dave Watson, Jack Weiss. Relatives & Friends of Parishioners: Rick Alvarez, Warren Allred, Vincent Ambrosechia, Tonya Anjard, Irvin Arens, Colleen Barbour, Bill Bins, Rania Bouzahzah, Becky Bove, Marla Bowers, Cameron Burroughs, Lucille Carolo, Tami Cross, Ryder Curcuru, Paula Darling, Daphe, Jim Davis, Edna Mae Deines, Marjorie Dempsey, Virginia Engel, Darlene Ewers, Vinnie Fasone, Brandi Girtman, Frederico Guillen, Delores Graves, Kala Groff, Ann Gress, Trevor Gundlach, Frank Gwynn, David Hartig, Jean Hartnett, Billy Heim, Mary Holke, Wayne Jenicke, Kay, Bill Kehoe, Pam Kopplin, Ann Latora, Scott Leahy, John Lichiello, Mark Lindstrom, Rhyan Loos, Msgr. Raymond Lopatesky, Jane Mahoney, Kelly Shea Manning, Dale Marti, Joyce Maurer, Tom McIntyre, John McKenzie, Nancy McQueeny, Sarah McNally, Mary Miller, Chloe & Wyatt Milstein, Ella Moore, Martin Murphy, Jim Murray, Melinda Nedbelek, Beth Nelson, Kristee Newman, Jimmy Nickell, Coleen Oberle, Kevin O’Grady, Geraldine Ortmeier, Bridgann and Fred Overman, Caroline Mitchell Pierpoint, Frank Pish, Bob Potter, Julianna Quickel, Carol Reilly, Ron Reynolds, Lydia Rose Riggs, Jackie Rogers, Ed Roginski, Cathy Rohr, Patrick Ruelle, Joan Russo, Lucca Sachse, Bill Schaefer, Robert Schmidt, Bonnie Schrick, Elle Schwartz, Kristin Gunter Schwartz, Sylvia Sims, Reverie Smith, Patty Staab, Joyce Stallbaumer, Linda Strelluf, Francis Sudbeck, Jennifer Tarpin, Greg Trunzo, Monica Vance, Marie Vandelac, Marilyn Vaughn, Michele Vigil, Matt Visi, Doug Ward, Michael Ward, Fran Waymire, Michael Wellinghoff, Mary Whitaker, Steve Williams, David Wiltgen. Karen Zegunis.

WEEKLY PRAYER

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time Great Service

In Mark’s gospel, he has a short description of the Last Supper, without the washing of the disciples’ feet found in the gospel of John. Today’s passage has a similar message. While James and John seem to be close friends of Jesus, they obviously have not learned what it means to follow him. But they think this is the time to ask for their share in the glory of Jesus’ Kingdom. Jesus doesn’t make any promises of worldly glory, but he does promise a share in his suffering. When he goes on to remind them of how Gentiles rule over people, they probably thought he was going to let them do the same. Imagine their surprise when he told them that the greatest of them would be the ones who served the rest. They still did not understand that Jesus had to suffer and die to complete his life mission. They probably did not know what Jesus meant about their being baptized in death as Jesus would. But then how many people today know that leadership is a form of service? Whether you are head of a family, or of a nation, you were given that authority by God. And God expects leaders to not only direct those under them, but inspire and encourage them to do better. Parents do more than correct their children: They also guide them, love them, protect them, and sometimes even let them learn from their mistakes. This connection of leadership and service is all inclusive. A manager is called to help his employees do their jobs better, not by badgering, but by giving the support they need. Government leaders are called to serve all constituents, not just the ones who donate to their election fund. Military leaders must support their troops with respect as well as discipline. God calls Church leaders in a special way to service of their flock: to protect the weakest members, to give an example of Jesus’ love to all, and to be open to the movement of the Holy Spirit in both clergy and laity. Anyone who lives a life of loving service can be “greatest” in the Kingdom of God.

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If you have a relative or friend serving in the Armed Forces whom you would like for us to pray for, please add him/ her to the list located in the gathering area. God Bless our soldiers!


Prayer Partners Intention Voicemail Number

1 -888-684-6555 Thank you!

October 19-October 25

Monday: Rom 4:20-25; Lk 1:69-75; Lk 12:13-21 Tuesday: Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21; Ps 40:7-10, 17; Lk 12:35-38 Wednesday: Rom 6:12-18; Ps 124:1b-8; Lk 12:39-48 Thursday: Rom 6:19-23; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 12:49-53 Friday: Rom 7:18-25a; Ps 119:66, 68, 76-77, 93-94; Lk 12:54-59 Saturday: Rom 8:1-11; Ps 24:1b-4ab, 5-6; Lk 13:1-9 Sunday: Jer 31:7-9; Ps 126:1-6; Heb 5:1-6; Mk 10:46-52

Kathleen Bates and Ross Palermo Ena Estrada and Abraham Daniels

Melissa VanBecelaere and Luke Wiedeman Casadra O’Brien and Taylor Flinn

Together for Life

Banns of Matrimony

Katie Johnson and Josh Dupy Meghan Murphy and Brian Piere

Mary Caitlin Eagan and Steven Diedesich Taylor Whyte and Nathan Waller

Savannah Renee Crape Gwen Guerra

Simeamativa Gonzales Finnegan Rawson Perdue

Charles Austin Myers Clara Mary Kuhlmann

Baptisms

Mrs. Elsie Ball

Dr. & Mrs. David Becker and Family Mr. & Mrs. Claar and Family

Mr. & Mrs. Nate Crow and Family Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Dold and Family

New Parishioners

MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN

Mothers of Young Children (MOYC) provides expectant moms through moms with second-grade age children spiritual enrichment and fellowship. To join, or if you have any questions on the activities below, please contact Jamie Kahm at [email protected] or 913-226-1776.

Upcoming Activities: October 25 - Kids’ Halloween Party, 3:00pm-5:00pm in the parish hall.

November 5 - Monthly meeting at 7:00pm in the parish hall. The speaker’s topic is: “Strengthening Your Marriage.”

Details on all activities are provided via email/Facebook/evites. If you are not receiving any of these, please contact Jamie to be added to the list.

MINISTRY NEWS


55+ FELLOWSHIP

Enjoy an afternoon of bunko following noon Mass, on November 11. We will have a salad and sandwich luncheon for a cost of $5.00. Sign up in the church office by November 6. Bring a dessert to share and $1.00 which will go toward prize money.

MINISTRY OF CARE

Contact Jean at: [email protected] for more information on these support ministries and other available resources.

Take a Stand for Life! From September 23 - November 3, our community will take part in 40 Days for Life …a groundbreaking, coordinated, international pro-life mobilization to end abortion in our city – and beyond. You are invited to peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil outside of the Women’s Health Center abortion clinic, located at 4840 College Boulevard in Overland Park, Kansas. Please help spread the word about this important community outreach. For more information, visit the 40 Days for Life website: www.40daysforlife.com/overlandpark.

“Human rights are not a privilege conferred by government. They are every human being’s entitlement by virtue of his humanity. The right to life does not depend, and must not be declared to be contingent, on the pleasure of anyone else, not even a parent or a sovereign.”

Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Blue Valley “STREAKS” Special Olympics Team “BOWL-A-THON!!!! Social Concerns is a proud sponsor and volunteer provider for the main fundraiser for Blue Valley Special Olympians! This funds the purchasing of uniforms, equipment, awards and entry fees for the “Olympians.” November 7 is the date of the event, at AMF College Lanes with bowlers invited to get sponsors and bowl during the day. Please contact Jean in the office for more information [email protected] or go to “Quick Links” on the website to help or register to bowl.

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men’s Fraternal organization open to all Catholic men ages 18 and over. See the Knights’ website www.ascensionkofc.com for more information. Interested in joining the Knights? Contact Danny Walker at [email protected] or 913-638-4024 or David Whitaker at [email protected] or 913-626-2676.

Congratulations to the Knight of the Month: Joe Belek Congratulations to the Family of the Month: Ken and Lorrie Newman

To all 3rd Degree Knights - Ascension 4th Degree Assembly 3547 is hosting a 4th Degree Exemplification on November 7 right here at Ascension. Take this opportunity to become a 4th Degree Knight in your home parish. Fill out and send in the form you received by email. Contact Greg West at [email protected] or 913-940-4340 if you have any questions.

Knights’ Mass - We have designated Fridays, 6:45am Mass as the Knights Mass and would like to encourage all Knights to attend and wear their Knights shirt. The group normally sits on the left side, as you enter the Church, down towards the front.

Knights Choir Interested in joining the Knights Choir? Contact Dan Tira at [email protected] or 913-451-2341

UPCOMING EVENTS (Sign up on our website www.ascensionkofc.com for activities). Knights’ Mass each Friday morning at 6:45am. Council Meeting Monday, October 26, at 7:00pm, Rosary at 6:30pm. Officers’ Meeting, Sunday, November 1, at 6:30pm in the Knights’ Room. 4th Degree Exemplification Saturday, November 7.

MINISTRY NEWS (Continued)


PERPETUAL ADORATION

Come to Jesus

“You (Jesus) are vulnerable. We can: love You, hurt You, ignore You. You chose to rejoice in our presence.”- Eucharistic Adoration Prayer. There are several permanent Hours and substitute Hours to be had with Jesus.

Holy hours needing weekly adorers are: Sunday at 11:00am**, 1:00pm and 6:00pm Monday at 10:00am Tuesday at noon, 1:00pm and 10:00pm Thursday at 11:00pm** Friday at 5:00pm Saturday at 4:00pm**, 5:00pm 7:00pm, 9:00pm

**Asterisked hours need the most and soonest help.

If you are interested in becoming a permanent adorer for one of these hours, or are in need of a substitute or have questions, contact Debbie at [email protected] or 913-485-8918. You can always be added to any other Hour as well. In addition, please check the signup genius link if you can possibly substitute for a regular adorer as there are a lot of open times to spend with Jesus: signupgenius.com/go/4090a44aba7238-adoration.

SCHOOL

First grade had the most amazing opportunity on Wednesday, October 7, at ACS. Brother Angelus and Brother Innocent, the sons of our school’s counselor, Mrs. Montgomery, joyfully skyped with the students and their teachers to discuss and share knowledge about Saint Francis. Saint Francis is the saint our first graders have been learning about during Religion class. The session began with a friendly hello, “Lord I Lift Your Name on High” was sung loudly by the children, and then the friars continued with stories and a question and answer section. The excitement ended when Br. Angelus and Br. Innocent asked the students to hug their mom, Mrs. Montgomery! “One of the best parts of this was at the end when Rusty or Scott, said to the 1st graders, “Since we are not there to give our Mom a hug, can you give her a hug for us?” “That was so sweet, and I got lots of hugs from the 1st graders!” said Mrs. Montgomery. The two guest speakers are in the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal Religious Order, and are currently attending St. Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers, New York. What a blessing for our students to have such a connection with people spreading the Good News of our Lord.

WOMEN OF ASCENSION

To glorify God by promoting spiritual growth, stewardship, fellowship and friendship among all women of the parish.

Wednesday, October 28, 7:00pm Wine, Women & Worship St. Matthew Rm.

October 28 is National Chocolate Day. We have moved the Wine, Women & Worship to this date for a wine and chocolate tasting. We will have a fun demonstration and tasting from Rebecca Mason from Dove Chocolate Discoveries. Who does not love chocolate!!

Tuesday, November 17, 7:00pm General Membership Outing KC Surroundings 12730 State Line Road, Leawood, Kansas 66209

Casual evening of holiday decorating tips and special shopping discounts. Feel free to bring a friend. Drinks and appetizers will be provided. A map and directions will be sent the week prior.

SCHOOL OF RELIGION Office Hours:

Monday and Tuesday 9:00AM-4:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM-7:00PM Thursday 9:00AM-4:00PM

Sunday 4:00PM-9:00PM Phone: 913-681-7683

Sunday night, October 18, Year I (in classrooms) and S&L (in Youth Room), we will meet at 6:30pm.

Attention Traditional SOR Families: On October 28, your kids are encouraged to dress up as a saint and bring two or three facts about that saint with them. We will have pizza for all and an extra treat for all who dress up.

Family Formation Parents - We have a few folders that need to be picked up in our office from the October 7 meeting. Please come by the SOR office Monday- Thursday. We are open late on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Parents - if you are not receiving emails from the SOR Office please let us know in the SOR Office 913-681-7683.

Two-year Sacramental Preparation Program - We have a two-year program for both First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Students need to be in 1st grade and Year I before they enroll for 2nd grade and Year II Confirmation (usually 8th grade).

Save the Date - Summer SOR in 2016 is June 20-30 from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Note time change - we will not meet on the second Friday since it is 4th of July weekend, so we are extending the hours to make up for that for the nine days that we will meet.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

LITURGY SCHEDULE

Saturday – Oct. 24 - 4:30PM Greeters: B & A Fisher, B Dierks Sacristan: K & M Enlow Servers: T Glaser, A Martinez, T Koettker Ushers: D Moorman, S Chubb, J Cutter, R LoBosco, S Malecki, S Troester, G Wuller Lec/Com: Malnar, Spangler E.M: K & M Enlow, K Farnan, C Geiger, J Godar Kreiter, C & G Grimaldi, K Hane, P Lauer, J A Loughran, D Lyle, D Porch B Reed, M & T Sell, J Spangler, P Sykes Sunday – Oct. 25 - 8:15AM Greeters: C & K Ward, T & C Hall Sacristan: MJ(S) & R Doran Servers: M Flucke, G Gomez, P Wallace Ushers: S Korte, R Denesia, J Rottinghaus, M Goodman, L Henderson, J Walrod, J Belek Lec/Com: Finnegan, Stanley E.M: R Doran, C Oxley, C Reynolds, K Rickert, ML Rottinghaus, K Schemmel, M Scholz, J Seberger, M & T Severino D Sumple, M Tira, J Wagner, J Walrod, G Wilferth, W Wilson, C Yorke Sunday – Oct. 25 - 10:00AM Greeters: Heying Family Sacristan: J Hogan, B Hornung (Sac) Servers: K Muckerman, J Muckerman, M Muckerman Ushers: C Winger, J Ekedahl, J Mayerle, T Moloney, T Roberts, P Murphy, T Chudy Lec/Com: Bono, Chudy E.M: J Hogan, B & J Weatherford, M Arrambide, K Belk, B Bergman, J Bins, M Byrd, J Calovich, JA Colt, D & L Cuff, A Cushenbery, K Del Popolo, J & T Ekedahl, J Fischer, S Fry Sunday – Oct. 25 - 11:45AM Greeters: OPEN Sacristan: C & L Ragan Servers: J Holmes, J Kmetz, J Nitz Ushers: G Gilbertson, F Colletti, J Honn, R Howard, P Rupp Lec/Com:Martin, Nosworthy E.M: C & L Ragan, P Miller, G Pearson, C Rephlo, M Shriver, C Spitz, B Stretz, C Taylor, R Ullmann, D Urkevich Sunday – Oct. 25 - 5:00PM Greeters: Todd Family Sacristan: A & B Kernan Servers: D King, E Lyon, J Shepherd Ushers: P Harpenau, L Harpenau, A Harpenau, T Harpenau, M Curran, D Avery, B Fruhwirth, J Solomon Lec/Com: Smeltzer, Scheier E.M: A & B Kernan, M King, B & F Kwapiszeski, W Leon-Ryan, S Mowery, M Noack, T Radke, D Rodriguez, C & R Shaw, S, A, & S Smeltzer Counters: Oct 26: M Ingles, D Knight, J Lewandowski, K Lutz, D Triano

EQUIP YOURSELF TO DEFEND THE FAITH

November 6, 7:00PM Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO.

November 7, 10:30AM Benedictine College, Atchison, KS.

The Kansas City Chapter of the Order of Malta and the Thomas More Center for the Study of Catholic Thought and Culture at Rockhurst University are pleased to host eminent author and philosopher Dr. Peter Kreeft, Professor of Philosophy at Boston College. All are invited to Dr. Kreeft's free lecture on "The Role of Reason and of the Heart in Faith," in the new auditorium in Arrupe Hall at Rockhurst University Friday November 6, at 7:00pm, followed by a light reception. Parking is available in the north parking garage (52nd St. and Troost Ave.) For details visit http://tinyurl.com/Peterkreeft.

A Catholic convert, Dr. Kreeft has been a major literary force in the world of English-language Catholic philosophy and apologetics for several decades. The author of over 70 books, including classics such as the best-selling Handbook of Christian Apologetics. Dr. Kreeft has influenced countless Christians and non-Christians globally with his lucid and compelling reasons to believe in God and the Catholic Church.

Dr. Kreeft will give a second lecture Saturday morning, November 7 at Benedictine College, Atchison. Dr. Kreeft will speak on "Existence of God - CS Lewis's argument from Desire" at 10:30am, in the McAllister Board Room on the 4th Floor of the Ferrell Academic Center. Brunch will be provided. See you there!

MOVIE “THE LETTERS” (About Mother Teresa) November 13, 7:30PM

Ranchmart Theatre, Leawood, KS.

Please join us for a special screening of "The Letters,” a powerful and dramatic movie about the letters Mother Teresa wrote to her longtime friend and spiritual advisor, Father Celeste van Exem, over a 40-year period. The premier showing of the film “The Letters” will be on November 13 at the Glenwood Theatre, 3707 W. 95th Street, Leawood, Kansas. The event will benefit Catholic Charities and Donnelly College.

Tickets are available only for $20.00 at: https://www.catholiccharitiesks.org/pages/thelettersmovie

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PARISH OFFICE Phone: 913-681-3348 Fax: 913-681-3517

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Pastor .............................................. Monsignor Thomas Tank 913-681-3348, x137 [email protected]

Parochial Vicar ................................ Reverend Nathan Haverland 913-681-3348, x138 [email protected]

Parochial Vicar ................................ Reverend Alessandro Borraccia 913-681-3348, x147 [email protected]

Business Manager .......................... Sharon Weems 913-681-3348, x135 [email protected]

Music Director ................................. Dorothy Brandwein 913-681-3348, x154 [email protected]

Ministry of Care Director ............... Jean Hinman 913-681-3348, x131 [email protected]

Parish Life Coordinator ................. Dawnlee Maurer 913-681-3348, x134 [email protected]

Adult Faith & RCIA Director ........ Liz Willman 913-681-3348, x139 [email protected]

Adult Faith, RCIA and Baptism….Denise Greene 913-681-3348,x142 [email protected]

Social Media & Family Life ............ Ray Martin 913-681-3348, x149 [email protected]

Receptionist .................................... Jan Montalvo 913-681-3348, x130 [email protected]

Communications Coordinator........ Maggie Wright 913-681-3348, x132 [email protected]

Maintenance/Head Custodian ........ Virgil Crumpton 913-681-3348, x145 [email protected]

Please go to kcascension.org to see a listing of all of our ministries

under Get Involved/Ministry Directory/Ministry Guide.

ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phone: 913-851-2531 Fax 913-851-2518

Principal ........................................... Becky Wright 913-851-2531, x101 [email protected]

Vice Principal .................................. Andrew Legler 913-851-2531, x106 [email protected]

Administrative Assistant ................ Janet Eckert 913-851-2531, x100 [email protected]

Administrative Assistant ................ Karen Kellerman 913-851-2531, x112 [email protected]

SCHOOL OF RELIGION Phone: 913-681-7683 Fax: 913-681-7634

Director ............................................ William O’Leary 913-681-7683, x105 [email protected]

Administrative Assistant ............... Tricia Baldwin 913-681-7683, x103 [email protected]

YOUTH MINISTRY

8th Grade & High School .............. Joe Passantino 913-681-7683, x115 [email protected]

8th Grade & High School ............... Chelsea Pratt 913-681-7683, x104 [email protected]

A2J, 6th & 7th Grade .................... Heath Cole 913-706-2254 [email protected]

COUNCIL CHAIRS

Finance ............................................ Kevin Kramer [email protected]

Parish ............................................... Bryan Camerlinck [email protected]

School Advisory .............................. Lisa Connor [email protected]

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