Daily Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M

Rectory Office Fr. Sebastian Mundackal

Pastor ext. 102 sebastianosb@yahoo.com

Deacon Richard L. Stevens

rlsteve@sbcglobal.net

Deacon Jim G’Sell james.r.gsell@gmail.com

314-484-2055

Mrs. Rusalyne Ahlemeyer Business Manager, ext. 104

rusalynesahr@att.net

Mrs. Jackie Dostal Secretary, ext. 100 jackiesahr@att.net

Cafeteria Ext. 212

Religious Instruction Parish School of Religion

Phone (636) 677-4868 ext 118 Grades (pre-K through 8)

Mrs. Kathy Joslin mrskathyjoslin@yahoo.com

Adults - RCIA Please contact:

The Rectory Office 636-677-4868

Sacramental Preparation Baptism Preparation Class: Infant baptisms require parental attendance to one class of instructions prior to baptism. Classes will be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM in the rectory. Call rectory office for appointment 636-677-4868, ext. 102. Baptisms: 3rd Sunday of each month after 10:15 AM Mass. Call rectory office to schedule 636-677-4868, ext. 102.

Bulletin Deadline Monday 9:00 a.m. the week you need it to be published in the bulletin. Notices must be submitted in writing: email text to jackiesahr@att.net.

Marriages: Make arrangements with Pastor no less than six months prior to proposed wedding date.

Parish Help Line: St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1-877-238-3228, ext. 3329

New Parishioners: Welcome! Please register by contacting the rectory during business hours @ 677-4868 ext. 100

Change of Address or Telephone: Please call the rectory during business hours. 677-4868 ext. 100

Archdiocese of St .Louis Website: www.archstl.org

St. Anthony Website: www.stanthonyhr.org

Catholic Elementary School: All of our parish children who wish to attend a catholic elementary school may do so at the school of their choice and still remain parishioners of St. Anthony of Padua. Call rectory for details.

Pentecost Sunday - Year A June 4, 2017

Mass Schedule

Confessions Saturday 4:00-4:45 P.M.

By appointment anytime

Holy Days 8:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

RECTORY CLOSED ON ALL HOLY DAYS

Sunday Saturday 5:00 P.M.

Sunday 8:30 A.M., 10:15 A.M.

St. Anthony of Padua 3009 High Ridge Blvd. High Ridge, MO 63049

Business Hours Monday - Friday

7:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. Phone (636) 677-4868

Fax (636) 677-2781

Pastor Fr. Sebastian Mundackal

From the Pastor’s Desk

St. Anthony of Padua, High Ridge, MO

Pentecost literally means 50th. It is a feast celebrated on the 50th day after the Passover feast by the Jews and a feast celebrated on the 50th day after the feast of the Resurrection of Jesus by the Christians. The Jewish Pentecost was originally a post-harvest thanksgiving feast. Later it was celebrated to remember God’s Covenants with Noah after the Deluge and with Moses at Mt. Sinai.

The event: On the day of Pentecost 1) The Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles and Blessed Virgin Mary as fiery tongues. 2) The frightened apostles were transformed into fiery preachers and evangelizers by a special anointing of the Holy Spirit. 3) The audience experi-enced a fresh anointing of the Holy Spirit with the gift of tongues, hearing Peter speaking in their languages. 4) The early Christians became powerful witnesses and brave martyrs for faith.

The role of the Holy Spirit in Christian life: 1) As an indwelling God, He makes us His Living Tem-ples (I Cor 3:16). 2) As a strengthening God, He strengthens us in our fight against temptations and in our mission of bearing witness to Christ by transparent Christian lives. 3) As a sanctifying God, He makes us holy through the sacraments: a) He makes us children of God and heirs of heaven through Baptism. b) He makes us temples of God, warriors and defenders of faith, through Confirmation. c) He enables us to be reconciled to God by pardoning our sins through Reconciliation. d) He gives us spiritual nourishment via the Holy Eucharist by converting bread and wine into Jesus’ body and blood through Epiclesis. 4) As a teaching and guiding God, He clarifies and constantly reminds us of Christ’s teachings. 5) As a listening and talking God, He listens to our prayers and enables us to pray, and He speaks to us mainly through the Bible. 6) As a giver of gifts, He gives us His gifts, fruits and charisms.

Life messages: We need to permit the Holy Spirit to take control of our lives:

1) By constantly remembering His holy presence and behaving well.

2) By praying for His daily anointing so that we may fight against our temptations and control our evil tendencies, evil habits and addictions.

3) By asking His daily assistance to pray, listening to God through meditative Bible reading and talking to Him.

4) By asking the help of the Holy Spirit to do good for others and to be reconciled to God and oth-ers every day.

Dear Friends, Thank you so much for my birthday wishes and gifts. Thank you, Fr. Sebastian

Welcome To all our Guests, Fr. Sebastian, Deacon Dick and Deacon Jim and All at St. Anthony’s Parish Family welcome you and hope that your time with us may be a moment of spiritual experience. You are always welcome here and if you would like to become a member of this parish or are thinking to become a Catholic, contact the Rectory office. Our phone is 636-677-4868 ext. 102.

June 4, 2017 - June 11, 2017

SUNDAY - Pentecost Sunday Children’s Liturgy 10:15 AM Mass MONDAY - St. Boniface Divine Mercy Chaplet & Patriotic Rosary 7:00PM TUESDAY - St. Norbert Quilters 9:00 AM Choir Practice 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY - Weekday in Ordinary Time Youth Group 6:00 PM Cafeteria reserved 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM THURSDAY - Weekday in Ordinary Time

FRIDAY - St. Ephrem Clean Church after 8:00 AM Mass SATURDAY– Blessed Virgin Mary Jonah Prayer Ministry after 5:00 PM Mass SUNDAY - The Most Holy Trinity Children’s Liturgy 10:15 AM Mass Jonah Prayer Ministry after 8:30 AM Mass

Parish Calendar

Monday, June 5 8:00 A.M. Charles Gansner Tuesday, June 6 8:00 A.M. Purgatorial Society Wednesday, June 7 8:00 A.M. Sylvester Seyer Thursday, June 8 8:00 A.M. Lorene Sprock Friday, June 9 8:00 A.M. Vicki Norton Saturday, June 10 5:00 PM Ethel Massmann Sunday, June 11 8:30 A.M. Fred & Odelia Gildehaus 10:15 A.M. Parishioners of St. Anthony

Mass Intentions

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to be on fire with the love of Je-sus Christ, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, to celebrate our community of faith in the Eucharist and to share God's love and mercy with our neighbors through our ministries and evangelization."

June 4, 2017

BIBLE STUDY PLEASE NOTE:

We will resume classes in September 2017.

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Jessica Devlin and Melissa Highley and fam-ily on the death of their mother, Debbie Finder. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Angie Fisher and family on the death of her mother, Doris Fitzgibbons. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.

Eternal Rest Grant Unto Them

Marcus Utama Clara Brouk

Cannon Pytlinski Candy Kohler Fr. Oberman Julie Behnen Gerry Harper Linda Burkart

Kathleen Kindt Virginia Tucker Mary Boesing

Cindy Reynolds Dolores Roser Linda Baner Ron Busken Pat Lohman

Marcia Moore Teresa Roeder

Dolores McMunn Bob Kalkbrenner

Dodi Blow Joe Moses

Jack Matlock Shaun Schamel

Rosemary James Frank Heverman

Pat Bircher Laura Vanarsdall

Liz Fisher Jose Mundackal

Axton Turner Mary Mundackal Peggy Boehner Clayton Meyr

Margaret Hook Randy Kalkbrenner

Patrick Lee Frank Lane

Justin Vlasak Susan Aiello Cecilia Feltz Bob Kilper

Janet Parker Nancy Johns

Gerald Fitzgerald Charlotte Ruzicka

Mason Korn Joan Bowen Erin Pfleegor

Meaghan Lohman Greg Seyer

Rita Hall Amos Becker

Fr. Mike Dieckmann Michael Flamion

Mary Hays Baby Nolan Hercules

Sandy Byrne Tony Melenbrink

Stephanie Chaney Wayne Royer Andria Powell

McKenzie Jones Craig Tudor

George Scanlon Dave Lesch

Sharon Schnieders Christina Conley

Joaquin Vigil Eugene Van Cleave

Eddie Bowen Betty Moleski John McDuffy

Dave Riley Jacob Wohldmann

Gerry Gutting Judy Brouk

Cathy Livengood Wilcox William Fesler

Kay Geskerman Dannie Kyle John Seyler Jane Hogg Mark Korn

Steve Joyner Michelle Hill

Roseanne Sansoni Diane Kyle Walt Lee

Norma Goetz Jasper Powell

Dean Stegmann, Sr. Jesse Kramper

Jaden Nash Frank Seiberlich

Josef Ellmer

Please Pray for Good Health

NOTE: Due to privacy laws, hospitals no longer no-tify us when parishioners are patients. If you wish a visit from the parish staff please notify the office. Thank you.

Parish Events and News

St. Anthony PSR

Enrollment for the 2017-2018 school year is now being accepted. Registration forms can be found on the parish website at www.stanthonyhr.org under “Education.” For more information contact Kathy Joslin at mrskathyjoslin@yahoo.com or call 636-677-4868 ext. 118 (leave a message) or 636-677-1567.

St. Anthony of Padua, High Ridge, MO

POSITION AVAILABLE for PSR TEACHER

We are looking for an individual who is inter-ested in helping our parish children learn about the Catholic faith. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Those interested should contact Kathy Joslin at mrskathyjoslin@yahoo.com or call 636-677-4868 ext. 118 or 636-677-1567.

Farewell Reception For Father Sebastian

Please join us for a farewell gathering after 10:15 AM Mass on Sunday, June 25, 2017. Please find envelopes in the pews if you would like to make a farewell gift to Fa-ther Sebastian. Hope to see you there!

With all our prayers and best wishes for Father Sebastian.

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14 Children’s Liturgy of the Word takes place during the 10:15 a.m. Sunday Mass. This pro-gram is designed for children ages three through eight (third grade). Children’s Lit-urgy of the Word brings the Gospel to the chil-dren at their level of understanding. Through appropriately adapted Scripture texts, music, prayer, and activities that reinforce the Gospel message, the children have an opportunity to celebrate their faith in a way that is joyful and relevant to their own young lives. The children are escorted out of mass by the program cate-chists after the Opening Prayer and return to mass during the Preparation of Gifts. For more information, contact Kathy Joslin at 636-677-1567 or mrskathyjoslin@yahoo.com.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word We clean Church every Friday after the 8:00 AM Mass. Our Heavenly Dusters are in need of help! If you can offer any time, it would be deeply appreciated. Thank you!

Patriotic Rosary

High school students and eighth graders are welcome to join us for our meetings on Wednes-days from 6-8 pm in the downstairs room at the back of the school. Join us for an evening in a safe and comfortable environment where you can talk about and learn about your faith while having fun with other teens. And we always have snacks! Questions? Call Kelly at 314-363-9047.

Bills Paid World Library Publications $ 101.10 (children’s bulletins) MO Candle & Wax $ 304.95 (vigil candles) Quill $ 287.44 (office supplies) Fenton Sew n Vac $ 52.00

Your Gifts to God & the Parish

COLLECTION May 28, 2017

Contribution Collection 4,441.00 Online Giving figure unavailable Loose 440.00 Building Fund 25.00 Total for Parish 4,906.00

Thank you for your generous contributions. We appreciate your sacrifices.

Parish Financial Report

June 4, 2017

Readings for the Week Monday: Tb 1:3; 2:1a-8; Ps 112:1b-2, 3b-6; Mk 12:1-12 Tuesday: Tb 2:9-14; Ps 112:1-2, 7-9; Mk 12:13-17 Wednesday: Tb 3:1-11a, 16-17a; Ps 25:2-5ab, 6, 7bc-9; Mk 12:18-27 Thursday: Tb 6:10-11; 7:1bcde, 9-17; 8:4-9a; Ps 128:1-5; Mk 12:28-34 Friday: Tb 11:5-17; Ps 146:1b-2, 6c-10; Mk 12:35-37 Saturday: Tb 12:1, 5-15, 20; Tb 13:2, 6efgh, 7, 8; Mk 12:38-44 Sunday: Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9; Dn 3:52-55; 2 Cor 13:11-13; Jn 3:16-18

Divine Mercy Chaplet/Patriotic Rosary On the First Monday of each month, the Divine Mercy Chaplet will be prayed prior to the Patriotic Rosary being said. The Chaplet will begin at 7:00 PM with the Patriotic Rosary immediately following.

Monday, June 5, 2017

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Collections for June 2017:

Weekly Contributions (general fund) Building Fund

Cardinal Glennon Hospital

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Feast of St. Anthony June 13, 2017

NO 8:00 AM Mass Mass at 7:00 PM

Followed by an

icecream social

Early Publishing Deadline There is an early publishing deadline for the weekend of June 18, 2017 bulletin. Any submissions for that bulletin are due in the Parish office by 9:00 AM, Monday, June 5, 2017.

Ministry Schedule

Charlotte Furtwengler

Matthew Fielder (R) St. Anthony graduate, Desmet graduate, MO State graduate Congratulations and best wishes on your next catch!

Congratulations!

June 4, 2017

Parish Council News

We hope the word has spread that we are having a Car Show in June. This is a parish event, with the supervision of the council members. We need volunteers to help in several different ways, so if someone on the council calls and asks for your help, we hope you will be available to join in the effort. There will be designated parking for vendors and volunteers, and customers for the event. Signs will be made to point people in the right direction, and parking lots that are usable, close to church, will be listed in the bulletin, closer to the date of the show. Remember, there is also the Craft/ Vendor Fair going on inside. Thank you to all the members of our parish organizations who donated a trophy for their spe-cial car choice, and/or a basket to be raffled at the event. Details regarding the Car Show are coming together, and we are looking forward to a success-ful fund raiser for our church. The council is also hoping to have some information in the near future about organizing some parish social gatherings, such as a BBQ. Suggestions would be considered. Parish involvement is the goal. Let’s come together to meet new people, and to stay connected with the familiar. Sincerely, St. Anthony Parish Council

Scentsy

St. Anthony of Padua, High Ridge, MO

Jonah Prayer Ministry

Our Parish’s Jonah Prayer Ministers have a prayer box mounted on the inner wall of the vestibule. You will find it on the right-hand side (near the candle stand) as you enter church. This box is for written prayer re-quests. All petitions are kept confidential by your Jonah Prayer Ministers.

Jonah Prayer Ministry Training

Training is held at the Catholic Renewal Cen-ter, 1406 S. Sappington Rd in Crestwood. Jo-nah Ministry Training is an archdiocesan work-shop to train prayer ministers for ministry in their parishes. You may obtain the application to attend by contacting Marti Ochs at 314-792-7414 or emailing martiochs@archstl.org.

Next Training Session: Sept. 9 & 16

ZECHARIAH MEN'S PRAYER BREAKFAST is focused on sharing the story of an encounter with Christ, one man at a time. Come to breakfast Saturday, June.10, 2017 at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Cafeteria, 1420 S. Sappington Road in Crestwood (63126), 9:00 a.m. - Noon. The speaker will be Shane Kapler – evangelist and catechist (see his web-site explaininghchristianity.com). Breakfast reservations ($15 at the door) may be made by emailing gary.whitlock@att.net, calling 636-296-2903, or online at STLRENEWAL.ORG/ZPB.

RCIA Do you know someone who may be interested in becoming Catholic or has been away from Church for awhile and would like to be re-freshed in the faith? Please contact the Rectory office at 636-677-4868, ext. 100, for more information.

Marriage in the Church

Are you, or someone you know, seeking more information about marriage validation, divorce concerns, or any other question or concern? Please contact Deacon Dick at 636-305-1505.

Glennon Sunday

Archbishop Robert Carlson is chairman of the an-

nual Glennon Sunday appeal, supporting the pa-

tients and families at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon

Children's Hospital.

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon is the only free-

standing Catholic pediatric hospital in the country,

serving more 200,000 sick and injured children

each year, regardless of their family’s ability to pay.

In the early 1950’s generous Catholics in our com-

munity raised more than $6.2 million to build the

hospital – marking the beginning of Glennon Sun-

day.

Once again we call on the Catholic community of

(Insert Parish Name) to partner with us as we con-

tinue in this health care ministry by making a dona-

tion to help the sick children and families in this

community. Your gifts will be collected at Mass for

Glennon Sunday weekend, June 3-4,

"Where Faith and Healing Unite”. On behalf of the

many children and families who will benefit from

your gifts, thank you for your continued prayers for

Cardinal Glennon kids. You can also make your gift

online at glennon.org.

June 4, 2017

Inspiration from Pope Francis For Everyone

Just for Kids! At Pauline Books & Media! Come join the sisters this June at Pauline Books & Media to celebrate the Centenary of Our Lady of Fatima with movies and a story time. Kids 3 – 8 years are welcome! Tuesday, June 13 at 10:30 am – “Drive-In” Movie: “Day the Sun Danced” Tuesday, June 20 at 10:30 am – “Drive-In” Movie: The Rosary with Br. Francis” Tuesday, June 27 at 10:30 am – Story Time, “Mary and the Little Shepherds of Fatima” Rosary at Our Backyard Grotto: The entire family is invited to recite the rosary with the sisters at their backyard grotto on Tuesday, June 13 at 7 pm. All events will be held at Pauline Books & Media, 9804 Watson Road in Crestwood. For infor-mation call 314-965-3512.

The Feast of the Sacred Heart You are invited to La Salle Retreat Center (2102 Rue De LaSalle Drive, Glencoe) on Sat-urday, June 24 at 9:00 a.m. to celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart. Prayer begins at 9:15 at our Sacred Heart Grotto. Refreshments will be served following prayer. Spend the morning walking the grounds and experiencing the beauty of the grottos and meditation areas! All are welcome! Like us on Facebook for more information and pictures - lasalleretreat.

Prayer for Protection During Tornado Season

O God, Master of this passing world, hear the humble voices of your children. The Sea of Galilee obeyed Your order and returned to its former quietude. You are still the Master of land and sea. We live in the shadow of a danger over which we have no control. The season of tornadoes is upon us. These tornadoes invade our land and spread chaos and disaster. During this tornado season we turn to You. O loving Father, spare us from past tragedies whose memories are still so vivid and whose wounds seem to refuse to heal with passing of time. O Virgin Mary, Our beloved Mother, we ask you to plead with your Son on our behalf, so that spared from the calamities common to this area and animated with a true spirit of gratitude, we will walk in the footsteps of your Divine Son to reach the heavenly Jerusalem, where stormless eternity awaits us.

Amen.

[Adapted from “Prayer for Protection During Hurricane Season”, written by Most Rev. Mau-rice Schexnayder, second Bishop of Lafayette (1956-1972), following Hurricane Audrey in 1957.]

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel,

Knowledge, Fortitude, Piety, Fear of the Lord.

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