Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 27, 2013 MONDAY, October 28, 2013

9:00 a.m. Special Intention

TUESDAY, October 29, 2013 9:00 a.m. Special Intention WEDNESDAY, October 30, 2013 9:00 a.m. Special Intention THURSDAY, October 31, 2013 9:00 a.m. Special Intention All Saints Vigil 5:30 p.m. Special Intention FRIDAY, November 1, 2013 –All Saints Day 6:00 a.m. Special Intention 9:00 a.m. Special Intention

5:30 p.m. Anna Zore (Anniversary) by Zore Family SATURDAY, November 2, 2013

5:30 p.m. Thomas Dugan by Tony Ray SUNDAY, November 3, 2013

7:00 a.m. Joe Doyle by Fred & Barbara Fath

8:30 a.m. Mark Thielen by McCullough & Wilkerson Families

10:30 a.m. Virginia Hinders by Martha Caldwell

Noon Christy Deal by The Family 5:30 p.m. For the Parish

Worship and Word

Gospel: Luke 18:9-14 Theme: God knows and sees our hearts. Question for Children: Jesus teaches us to be humble – but what does that mean? How do you show you are humble? Question for Youth: God knows when we are doing things just for show, and when they come from the goodness of our heart. When have you caught yourself doing something just to be more popular or liked? How does it feel to do something that you know is good and just?

Question for Adults: This Gospel reading suggests that we approach God and each other with humility. What does this mean,

in practical terms? How do we "humble" ourselves? What does that

mean?

Prayer List Illness

Judy Adams, Mary Ellen Alig, Mary Allender, Ginger Arnot, Adrienne Bailey, Clarence Bische, Megan Bozarth, Ann Bozich,

Cindy Brown, Mary Agnes Bussing, Jerry Butner, Randy Carter, Vicki Chastain, Michelle Chasteen, Shirley Christian,

Shelbi Crouch, Frank Danbeck, John Danyluk, Kristen Decker, Abela Dicen, Annie Dimmitt, Joan Douglas, Florence Dufek, Noah Eaton, Bernard Englert, Jeff Evans, Rod Farmer, Ron Forrester, Eileen Garrett, Gerald Glassing, Sandra Glassing,

Rita Gordon, Robert Grunloh, Jim Guthrie, Denise Hake, Connie Hayman, Jerry Hayman, Mary Heinrich, Mike Hession,

Jan Hosp, Billy Hubner, Stephen Jensen, Richard Kallock, Larry Keller, Joseph Kocha, Rachel LaManna, Mary Maillet, John Martino, Karen May, Rita McAtee, John McFall, Kathy Messer, Diane Metheny, Angie Meyer, Aaron Miles, Jennifer Moore, John Moran, John Murphy, Linda Osborn, Madeline Owens, Alicia Padden, Mary Lou Pearson, Jay Peterson, Joe

Pieczko, Sharon Phillians, Jim Poole, Rita Portish, Ralph Rancourt, May Resendiz, Michael Robertson, Pat Salata, Tony

Salati, Caitlyn Sears, Deanna Shively, Dolores Sidor, Judy Sieferman, Theresa Simmons, Connie Smith, Martha Steiner,

Elmer Szhlensker, Mark Takacs, Larry Tenner, Mike Tippmann, Maggie Treis, Kathryn Trobaugh, Joe Valentine,

Dorothy Weinbeck, Linda Weilhamer, Buddy Willhoite, Brenda Williams, Pat Willis,

Readings for the Week of October 27, 2013 Monday Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles Eph 2:19-22; Ps 19; Lk 6:12-16 Tuesday Rom 8:18-25; Ps 126; Lk 13:18-21 Wednesday Rom 8:26-30; Ps 13; Lk 13:22-30 Thursday Rom 8:31b-39; Ps 109; Lk 13:31-35 Friday All Saints Rv 7:2-4, 9-14; Ps 24; 1 Jn 3:1-3; Mt 5:1-12a Saturday The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed Wis 3:1-9; Ps 23; Rom 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; Jn 6:37-40

This Sunday’s Readings Next Sunday’s Readings Sirach 35:12-14; 16-18 Wisdom 11:22-12:2 2 Timothy 4:6-8; 16-18 2 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2 Luke 18:9-14 Luke 19:1-10 Gather Book 1181 Gather Book 1184

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Weekend of October 26/27 2013 There is an interesting twist we find in today’s gospel when we

hear Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector

praying in the temple. The Pharisee is “praying to himself.” It

doesn’t mean he was praying silently. It seems to mean

something a lot more troubling, that he is praying to himself;

that God is not his prayer’s intended audience. The words of the

Pharisee are very much centered on himself: he makes claims

about his character. He highlights his own admirable activities.

Good stewards of their prayer lives know that a prayer of praise

and thanksgiving should focus on the goodness of God. Do our

prayers of thanksgiving always stay focused on God’s

unfathomable immeasurable goodness and generosity?

Resources & Development

Bingo—November 1, 2013

Callers; J Csenar, J Csenar, Matt C Team #4 — Co-Captains; F Rendes/TBA: Early Setup; M Zore/T Kappel: Supply; J

Blastic: Salad; K/L Smith: Fryer; H Eaker: Workers; K Diaz, K Matter, P Pontones, C Reese, J Zore, L Zore: Bakers: A Keys, R McCullough, T Penn, A Wood: Biscuits; S Evans

Parish Stewardship of Treasure Week of October 19/20, 2013

Weekly Budget $26,346.15 Weekly Offering $21,414.00 YTD Actual $356,943.76 YTD Budget $421,538.46 YTD Gain (Loss) ($64,594.70) Endowment $155.00 Special Collection $3,199.00

Faith Formation

CCD Classes: CCD is religion classes held for children 3 years old through elementary grades attending public school. We meet on Sunday

mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. For further information contact:

Sr. Mary Ann DeFazio, at 241-6314 extension 119 or email

mdefazio@saintchristopherparish.org. Today, Regular Classes: Oct. 27 Oct. 27—Parent Advisory Team

Regular Classes: Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 CCD for Parents: Nov. 3

Wednesday, Nov. 20: Celebration of First Reconciliation (Church at 7:00 p.m.)

High School Youth Ministry Today, October 27: Bonfire-Eagle Creek Park

Regular Meetings November 3: 9:30-10:20 a.m.—Biltmore House

November 10: 6:30-8:00 p.m.—PAR November 17: 9:30-10:20 a.m.-Biltmore House

November 24: No Meeting-NCYC

Middle School Youth Ministry Regular Meeting Times 9:30 to 10:20 a.m.

Today, October 27: Regular Meeting (PAR)

November 3: Regular Meeting (PAR) November 8 & 9: West Deanery Retreat: (7 p.m. and ending after 5:30 p.m. Mass)

November 10: No Meeting November 17: Regular Meeting

November 24: No Meeting

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation will

begin on November 6. Confirmation is open to Juniors and Seniors in high school. If you would like to register please go to the website and download the registration form and the Confirmation calendar. Return the registration form to the Parish Office.

November 6 at 7:30-8:30 PM in the Par November 13 from 7:30-8:30 PM in the Par December 4 from 7:30-8:30 PM in the Par

Remembering St. Christopher Parish in Your Will: Have you ever considered including St. Christopher Parish in your Will? When you create a Will, you have the ability to make a gift that continues your lifetime values. A bequest through your Will or other planned gift is easy to do and makes a

difference in the life of our parish community! No amount is too small to make a positive impact. For further information including sample language for your Will, please contact our St. Christopher Business Manager, Mary Blake at 241-6314 extension 117 for a confidential conversation.

Faith Formation

CCD Kindergarten Class - Catechists: Denise Nash and Cheryl Brooks

Priest We take him for granted, The robed priest

standing before us. We just know that he will be there

no matter what. Priest,

He has stretched out arms and was prostrate on the hard floor before god.

Priest, He has said," yes" to Vows, laying of hands, oils, blessings

all thoughts given to god. Priest,

He stretches arms over the bread and wine. Blessings falling from the hand of god.

Priest, His ears are open to receive, words that lacerate the soul,

Words that shatter the heart. Words that weigh heavily, while listening to the penitents, words given to the ear of god.

Priest, Burying the dead, anointing the sick. Sharing the

joys of weddings, baptizing the newborn, bringing messages of love to all thought homilies inspired by god.

Priest, Then, finally comes the helpers. Those who support, those

love and weep for the Priest. Those who give thanks daily to the lord god for the

Priest.

By: Trudy Bledsoe

Faith Formation

Christian Services

Weekend of November 3, 2013

8:30 a.m. - Dave Titara 10:30 a.m.– Helen Morlock

The fourth quarter bus schedule is on the website under

“In The News”

THANK YOU WOMEN IN CRHP! Thank you for all the women who worked behind the scenes for the meals for this past Retreat, especially the Food Coordinator, Brenda Evans. Gratitude also for those that assisted facilitating the

Retreat, Team # 3 as well as our Table Leaders. It is only ‘gift’ to see Christ in action through you! May our Lord bless you for your giving hands, time, and open hearts.

In His joy, Sr.Kathy

WOMEN’S CRHP TEAM #3 - EVENING OF PENTECOST - November 1, Friday, Damascus, after the 5:30 PM. Mass.

NEW WOMEN’S CRHP TEAM # 4 - HISTORY GIVING EVENING - Monday , November 4, 7:00 PM. If you were unable to come to the evening of Discipleship and would still like to join this new team please call Sr. Kathy, 241-6314, ext. 114.

The St. Chris Food Pantry has been very busy lately, the patrons are very appreciative of all they receive. The Pantry is always in need of cereal,

peanut butter and jelly, and personal care items. Thank you for all you do to help the Pantry help others. St. Christopher Food Pantry

Women’s CHRP

Retreat

Get your tickets for the St. Christopher School Auction NOW! Home for the Holidays - November 23rd You won't want to miss the 2013 St. Christopher School Auction - November 23rd at the historic Columbia Club on Monument Circle. Tickets are $65.00 per person if purchased by November 1. (Or a reduced price of $625.00 for a table of ten. Tickets MUST be

purchased together in order to get this rate.) Have something to donate? Contact Karen King at kking@saintchristopherparish.org "Like Us" on Facebook! Search: St. Christopher School Auction

The theme of the weekend was “Those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles.” Isaiah 40:37

Nov 2-5:30 p.m. K Blake/E Fleischman Nov 3-7:00 a.m. D Matter/J Warner Nov 3-8:30 a.m. A Fritz/M Kesler Nov 3-10:30 a.m. B/D Eisele Nov 3-Noon H/E Grider Nov 3-5:30 p.m. N McKinley/G Treado

Liturgical Commission

Christian Services Parish Life

Many thanks to all who helped with the Annual Church Cleaning. Your efforts are very much appreciated. God Bless You.

Lonely People

There are lots of people who are lonely and need someone to listen to them. We are starting to set up visits with St. Chris parishioners living in nearby nursing homes. If you would be interested in joining us, see the contact information below.

The Poverty Cycle

Women get pregnant and quit school. Can't get a good paying job. Raise their children without a father. Live a life in poverty. Child becomes pregnant....

Only love can break the cycle. It doesn't need to continue. Upcoming Respect Life Events:

November 3rd is Orphan Sunday - details at orphansunday.org

Natural Family Planning class information available at nfpindy.org

November 16 at 8:30 am - St. Michael Parish - 3rd Saturday Mass for the Unborn with Rosary and pray at the Women's Clinic on 16th Street

November 23 at 12:30 pm - St. John's 4th Saturday Mass and Rosary Procession for the Unborn

The Fall 40 Days for Life Vigil is September 25 through November 3, 2013 - a time of Prayer and Fasting. The Prayer Vigil is along the street east of the Planned Parenthood Facility - 8590 Georgetown Road from 8am - 6pm - go for an hour to pray for pregnant mothers - parking readily available along Georgetown Road

Hendricks County Right to Life Banquet

When - Thursday November 21, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM EST Where - Hendricks Co. 4-H Conference Center 1900 E. Main Street Danville, IN 46122 information available at http://www.irtl.org/hendricks/

The Saint Christopher Respect Life Group is attempting to improve the life of all humans by sharing information and working to support people during their life journey. November 11, 2013 the St. Chris Respect Life Group Meets at 6 pm in Jericho in the Church basement - everyone is welcome to join us - we meet the second Monday evening, each month.

If you are interested in learning more please contact Mark Folger at m_folger@msn.com or Paul Guenin at 317-244-9731.

Pregnancy Help - 877-734-2444 Adoption Info - 317-787-34124

Post Abortion Healing - 317-452-0054

Mark your calendar! The 55 and Over gathering is on Thursday, November 21st. We will begin first in the Church with the annual MASS OF ANNOINTING at 11:30 AM., followed by the Luncheon at 12:30 PM. With the winter months approaching it’s important to stay physically

fit. We will have our very own Leslie Powel, the school physical education teacher, to assist us in getting and staying in shape! If you need to use the chairlift after the Mass, please contact the parish office before November 21. Call Helen at 291-5878 or Barb at 852-7113 to make reservations.

The fourth quarter usher schedule is on the website under “In the News”

Group

55 and OVER CHRISTMAS DINNER this year is

December 15, 1:00 PM (following the noon Mass) in the

school Cafeteria. Cost is $8.00 per person at the door.

Please RSVP before Wednesday, November 20 to Helen

291-5878 or Barbara 852-7113.

The Signature St. Christopher Suncatchers and Pendants will be available for picking up on the following weekends: November 2/3, before and after all Masses November 10, before and after all Sunday Masses only.

Please call Lois at 241-9169 or email at mlj986@gmail.com if other arrangements are needed. Please bring your receipt, or Order Number, or email reminder when picking up your purchases.

Around the Archdiocese

The Annual Holiday Session of Divorce and Beyond: has been scheduled for six consecutive

Tuesdays, November 12-December 17 at St. Mark Catholic Church from 7-9:00 p.m. The emphasis will be on getting through the holidays with discussions on the process of divorce, self-image, stress, anger, blame, guilt, loneliness, and forgiveness. The cost is $30, which includes a book. Please register before the session begins so materials are available. For more information or to register, please contact Deb VanVelse at 236-1586 or dvanvelse@archindy.org. Registration forms may be obtained online at www.archindy.org/family/divorce.html

Connected in the Spirit

Baptist at the well The first three steps in the Connected in the Spirit process are completed. STEP #1 -- Conversation at the Archdiocesan, Parish and Cohort level STEP #2 -- Suggestion of a particular Model (Linked Parishes, Merged Parish, Partnership Parishes, In Solidum/Team) with a rationale to the Archdiocesan Planning Commission by the Cohort Core Team. STEP #3 -- Preliminary Recommendations of the Archdiocesan Planning Commission with a rationale back to the Cohort of Parishes. The Cohort Team (composed of St. Anthony, Holy Trinity, and St. Christopher) received the preliminary recommendation from the Archdiocesan Planning Commission on October 15. (Their Preliminary Recommendation is different from what the Cohort team suggested in Step #2.) Preliminary Recommendation from Archdiocesan Planning Commission: MODEL: Merged Parishes – Holy Trinity parish merges into St. Anthony parish. Holy Trinity Church is to be available for existing parishioners for weddings and funerals, and during the Slovenian festival. MODEL: Partnership Parishes between St. Anthony parish and St. Christopher parishes. The Planning Commission recommended further that: 1. Develop a coordinated Mass schedule with St. Anthony. 2. A well-integrated and comprehensive catechetical plan

be developed for the partnered parishes. 3. Using available Archdiocesan resources, a focused and

sustainable plan for outreach to the unchurched, alienated, and inactive of the area be developed jointly by the two parishes.

4. Strengthen training for liturgical and lay ministries. 5. Plan and implement vocation awareness programs

including clergy, vowed religious, marriage and single life.

6. Recognize the gifts of the people from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds and reach out to meet their needs.

7. Take active steps to study a joint RCIA, Youth Ministry Program, Social Outreach, Adult Religious Education Programs, and promotion of Catholic schools in the area.

8. Begin to discuss the appropriate working group(s) structure (e.g. task force, steering committee, etc.) to develop specificity in plans for partnership.

What does this partnership mean to St. Christopher? This partnership will require that we develop relationships beyond our St. Christopher parish community. We will collaborate with St. Anthony to explore ways we can be stronger and more effective through our partnership.

What does this partnership mean to St. Christopher? (Continued) In order to be successful, the members of the St. Christopher, St. Anthony and Holy Trinity parishes must work together to enable the partnership mission. The lay community must take ownership to make this partnership successful. What are the next steps? The next step (Step #4 in the process) is to begin Conversations about the Preliminary Recommendations. We will discuss our concerns and other ideas we may have. As the kickoff to the Conversation step, parishioners were invited for sharing and discussion about the recommendation after Masses last weekend. If you were not able to attend or have additional feedback for the Core Team, please direct

your message to Dan Krodel at dankrodel@hotmail.com. Your

input is needed as the Cohort Team (St. Anthony, Holy Trinity, and St. Christopher) prepares its response. Step #5 is our Response to the Preliminary Recommendation which is due by December 8, 2013. The Response is made by the Cohort Core team (St. Anthony, Holy Trinity and St. Christopher) to the Archdiocese. This response will include the Cohorts expressing our rationale for our response. In January the Planning Commission will review the Cohort Responses and make final recommendations to the Archbishop. The Archbishop will consult with the Priests’ Council and other advisory bodies. He will pray about the recommendations and the advice he gets from the Priests’ Council and others. The Archbishop will make a decision about the reconfiguration of parishes in the Indianapolis Deaneries of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis in the spring of 2014. Please continue to pray for the success of the Connected in the Spirit process that the Holy Spirit will guide the Cohort Core Team as they look for ways to suggest good stewardship practices for our parish and our cohort partners.