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9510 W. 127th St. • Overland Park, KS 66213
(913) 681-3348 • www.kcascension.org
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.
Reconciliation
Tuesday: 6:15 a.m.,
11:30 a.m.
Wednesday: 6:00 p.m
Thursday: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 3:30 p.m.
Anointing of the
Sick
1st Thursday of the
Month: 6:30 p.m.
Parish Office
Hours
Monday-Friday:
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rosary
Monday-Friday: 6:20 a.m.
Thursday: 6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 9:30 a.m.
3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
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Church of the Ascension 3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
STEWARDSHIP
“You shall not carve idols for yourselves in the shape of
anything…” – Exodus 20:4
How many “gods” do you put before God? “Idols” do not
always take the shape of physical things, things we can
touch and feel. Those are easy to recognize. Many times
they take the form of things we cannot touch and are much
harder to spot - pride, power, ego, comfort or health.
My Gift of Treasure
Financial Update
Weekly Offertory: $ 78,432.88
Feb. 28-Mar.1
Monthly Autodebit: February $ 180,149.50
628 Families on Autodebit
YTD: February, 2015 $4,022,932.66
Registered Families 3,179
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EASTER FLOWER MEMORIALS
March 23 Deadline
Envelopes are available in the gathering area. Honor your
beloved deceased this Easter. Donation $20.00. Return the
envelopes to the parish office or the parish mailbox on or
before March 23. Please print clearly, to ensure the names
are spelled accurately in the bulletin. Thank you.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Sunday, March 8
CRHP Men’s Weekend All Day
Catholic Charities Food Drive, Parking Lot Before All Masses
Sunday Scripture, Conf. Rm. 9:15AM
K4C Classes 10:00AM
AA Mtg., Conf. Rm. 1:00PM
Al Anon Mtg., Conf. Rm. 4:00PM
S & L 6:30PM
SOR Year 1 6:30PM
Monday, March 9
Blood Drive, St. John Rm. 1:00PM-5:30PM
RCIA, St. Matthew Rm. 6:00PM
Eucharistic Ministers Training, Church 6:00PM
International Missions Mtg. Conf. Rm. 7:30PM
Men’s Basketball Age 21+, Gym 8:15PM
Tuesday, March 10
Liturgy Committee Mtg., Conf. Rm. 7:00PM
Wednesday, March 11
55+ Mtg., St. Matthew Rm. 12:45PM
55+ Stations of Mary, Church 2:00PM
SOR 5:30PM
Zoom-HS Group., Youth Rm. 6:00PM
AA Mtg., , St. John Rm. 7:00PM
Legion of Mary, St. Martha Rm. 7:00PM
Men’s Basketball Age 21+, Gym 8:15PM
Thursday, March 12
Bible Timeline Class, St. Mark Rm. 9:30AM
Shalom House Dinners Deliver food before 5:45PM
Bible Timeline Class, St. Mark Rm. 7:00PM Friday, March 13
Men of Ascension, St. Luke Rm. 6:00AM
St. Mary’s Food Kitchen Deliver food before 8:30AM
K of C Fish Fry Buffet, Parish Hall 5:00PM-7:30PM
Stations of the Cross & Benediction, Church 7:00PM Saturday, March 14
Bereavement Support Mtg, St. Luke Rm. 9:00AM
Sunday, March 15
Sunday Scripture, Conf. Rm. 9:15AM
Baptisms, Church 1:00PM
AA Mtg., St. John Rm. 1:00PM
Al Anon Mtg, St. John Rm. 4:00PM
ASCENSION THIS WEEK (Continued)
If you missed any of our Parish Mission this past week
with Fr. Mike Mulhearn, we encourage you to visit our
website and watch or listen to recordings of the events at
www.kcascension.org/parish-mission/
This is a great opportunity for you and your family or faith-
sharing group to review talks from the nights and discuss
what you gained from the experience.
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Church of the Ascension 3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
ZOOM
March 11, 6:00PM
Youth Rm.
All high school students are invited to join us for Zoom
(food, fellowship, & small groups) in the YR from 6:00pm
to 8:00pm. Food will be provided.
RECONCILIATION
March 11, 6:00PM-7:00PM
(Every Wednesday During Lent)
Church
INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS
MINISTRY MEETING
March 9, 7:30PM
Conference Rm.
BLOOD DRIVE:
WE NEED DONORS! BE A “LIFESAVER”
Be a hero and give the gift of LIFE this LENT
March 9, 1:00PM-5:30PM
St. John Rm.
A 2007 University of Minnesota study estimated that about
one third of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood.
However, the number of people who actually choose to
donate is far fewer. Currently, the Kansas City-based
Community Blood Center, which provides 70 area
hospitals with 3,600 units of blood each week, describes its
supply as critical; meaning the supply for hospitals and
patients is stretched thin. This limits elective surgery and
can postpone lifesaving treatments.
55+ FELLOWSHIP
March 11, Noon
Church
Please see page 8 for additional information.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
OF HOLY COMMUNION
(EMHC) TRAINING
March 9, 6:00PM
Church
If you are currently an EMHC, and have not attended
training for three years, please attend to get
recommissioned. We always need NEW EMHCs. For
questions contact Craig or Judy at 685-9305 or email
DID YOU KNOW?
CATHOLIC CHARITIES “TURNSTYLES”
CLOTHES & SHOES DONATION BOX
To make it easier to donate your gently used clothes and
shoes, this box is located in the southwest area of
Ascension’s parking lot!
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
March 14, 9:00AM
St. Luke Rm.
Are you finding it difficult coping with a major loss such
as a spouse, parent, sibling, or a friend? Living with a loss
and getting to a “new normal” can be one of the most
difficult challenges you’ll ever face. Fortunately, there are
steps you can take to go through the grieving process.
You are not alone. We care and understand what you are
experiencing. We offer comfort and encouragement during
difficult times. We are the Bereavement Support Ministry
at Ascension. Available anytime you need an ear to listen
or a shoulder to cry on. We meet the second Saturday of
every month in the St Luke Rm. after 8:30am Mass for
support and education (and breakfast)! Contact Jean in the
office for further information at 681-3348.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FISH FRY
All Are Welcome!!!
Every Friday During Lent
March 13, 5:00PM-7:30PM
Parish Hall
Please see page 8 for additional information.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS & BENEDICTION
March 13, 7:00PM
Every Friday During Lent
Church
LEGION OF MARY
March 11, 7:00PM
St. Martha Rm.
SIGN UP TODAY!!!
THERE ARE STILL SPOTS AVAILABLE!!!
CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH
WOMEN’S WEEKEND March 28-29
CRHP is a program designed to bring Parish members
together in Christ and emphasizes your continued growth
in Catholic Christian life. During a retreat weekend held at
the parish you will have the opportunity to:
• Hear Christ's call to you in a relaxed setting
• Respond to His call to a closer relationship with God.
• Make new friendships in our Parish
• Relax, pray, and rethink priorities
REGISTER EARLY (Space is Limited)
Visit http://www.mycrhp.com/US/KS/ARCH/ascension/
to learn more and register for the retreat.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Contact Erin Kuhlmann, [email protected]
or 316-250-8012.
ST. MARY’S FOOD KITCHEN
March 13 Drop-off by 8:30AM
Parish Hall
Ascension will be serving lunch at the food kitchen on
Friday, March 13. Please leave your donation of either
fried chicken or garden salad in the lower level of the
church. Fried chicken should be fully cooked and salad
prepared without dressing. Food should be delivered no
later than 8:30am in the morning of Friday, March 13. For
questions, please contact Dee Winters at 681-6112.
SPECIAL LENTEN ONE-DAY RETREAT
SPRING (UN)BROKEN RETREAT
Sign Up Today!
March 22, 1:30PM-7:00PM
Youth Rm.
All high schoolers and 8th graders are invited to
participate in a one-day Lenten retreat. This will be an
adventurous trip in a "foreign country.” Tour guides:
Father Alessandro and the Holy Spirit. Sign-up online at
www.kcascension.org/youth.
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ASCENSION THIS WEEK (Continued)
Church of the Ascension 3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
UPCOMING EVENTS
ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Join the Ascension Catholic School family and experience the distinction of excellent
academics infused with Catholic faith, by attending our Kindergarten Screening on March 24th.
One of the most important decisions a parent faces is their child(ren)’s education. At ACS, we
provide academics that rival the best local public schools, and we offer a significant "plus" of
religious, moral, and spiritual development instilled in everything we do, every day. We create
a special bond among the students, parents, school, and the church, so that we all share our
strong sense of community.
Call the ACS office at 913-851-2531 for more information. Individual meetings and tours are
also available.
KINDERGARTEN SCREENING MARCH 24TH
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SUNDAY, March 29
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY - WEA 3:00PM
ST. ANN 3:00PM
NATIVITY 7:30PM
HOLY THURSDAY, April 2
MORNING PRAYER - 6:45AM
MASS OF THE LORD’S SUPPER - 7:00PM
GOOD FRIDAY, April 3
MORNING PRAYER - 6:45AM
STATIONS OF THE CROSS - 11:30AM
TRE ORE-NooN - 2:50PM
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE - 3:00PM & 7:00PM
EASTER VIGIL
8:00PM
EASTER MASS TIMES
8:00AM, 10:00AM, and 12:00PM Noon
SUNDAY, March 22 - 7:30PM
CURE OF ARS
GOOD SHEPHERD
ST. PAUL (Also Spanish)
MONDAY, March 23 - 7:00PM
ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL
HOLY CROSS (Also Spanish)
HOLY SPIRIT
HOLY TRINITY
TUESDAY, March 24 - 7:00PM
PRINCE OF PEACE
ST. AGNES (Also Spanish)
ST. JOSEPH
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY
(Overland Park, KS.)
THURSDAY, March 26 - 7:00PM
ST. PIUS X
SACRED HEART
CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION DIVINE MERCY
RECONCILIATION TIMES,
HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SCHEDULES
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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 Jean at the
Parish Office 681-3348. Thank you.
Please let us know when your loved one is better!
Parishioners:
Pete Arnold, Charles Arrambide, Margaret Augustine,
Kathleen Baldwin, Joannie Basler, Jim Bob, Jamie Boos,
Tim Cowden, Hunter Cussigh, Chelsea Dalbey, Mike
Delaney, Bob and Mary Dinneen, Janet Dodd, Rick Doran,
Patricia Dors, Karen Elliott, Joe Esposito, Leona Fladung,
Jack Gessler, Robert Gilworth, Scott Graham, Mary Pat
Harpenau, Virginia Hermes, Barb Hughes, Alice Isom,
Amy Johannes, Louise Larson, Trudy Larson, Helen
Legleiter, Rose Maher, Charles Nutt, Tom Oxley, Luke
Punswick, Kay Raab, Marc Rottinghaus, Guadalupe
Sauceda, Martha Schofield, Deidre Sechi, George Shore,
Jill Smith, Ana Sosa de Alonzo, Fran Struble, Fr. Tom
Tank, Jack Thesing, Dave Watson.
Relatives & Friends of Parishioners:
Ruth Adams, Joyce Balmaumer, Sandy Beer, Bill Bins,
Karen Boeringa, Judy Bryant, Sherry Burge, Cameron
Burroughs, Sister Mary Concetta Cardinale, Amy Cornell,
Chris Cross, Tami Cross, Paula Darling, Daphne, Evan
Davies, Kim Dunn, Dean Edson, Jack Ferguson, Charlie
Futhy, Grant Haden, Jean Hartnett, Willie Hayne, Andrew
Heckey, Carl Hodel, Carol Ingram, Carmen Juasi, Jim and
Tom Kinerk, Stan Klimek, Mary Kurt, Millie Lally, Anne
Latora, Mary Ann Leach, Scott Leahy, Mark Lindstrom,
James McGinnis, Leslie Morley, Annie Murray, Beth
Nelson, Tim Niemann, Elaine O’Connor, Michael P., Linda
Pearson, Jill Pechacek, Carol Reilly, Ron Reynolds, Jackie
Rogers, Jason Ross, Patrick Ruelle, Joan Russo, Lucca
Sachse, Bill Schaefer, Jamie Scheibach, Robert Schmidt,
Kim Scholz, Bonnie Schrick, Elle Schwartz, Caren Smith,
Reverie Smith, Claude Snyder, Kay Snyder, Jacob
Sprinkle, Greg Trunzo, Monica Vance, Marilyn Vaughn,
Fran Waymire, Michael Wellinghoff, Tina White, Noah
Wilson, David Wiltgen, Kathy Wright.
Monday 6:45AM
12:00PM
Tuesday
6:15AM 6:45AM
8:00AM
11:30AM
12:00PM
Wednesday
6:45AM
12:00PM
6:00PM
Thursday
6:45AM
12:00PM
6:30PM
7:00PM
Friday
6:45AM
12:00PM
Saturday
8:30AM
3:30PM 4:30PM
Sunday
8:15AM
9:30AM
10:00AM
11:45AM
5:00PM
March 9 Dianne Christians by Micklavzina Family
+Hilda Denning by Mary Pat & Steve Fruin
March 10
Reconciliation
+Josephine Silvestri by Rose & Millie
+Larry Sweeney by Mr. & Mrs. Terry Tureskis
Reconciliation
+Mickey Eich by Rick, Laura & Kevin
March 11
+Donald Westergard by Keith Johnson
+Terry Gardner by Tomka Family
Reconciliation
March 12
+Adda Campbell by Jeanne & Wayne Parsons
+Joanie Raab by Family
Weekly Rosary
Reconciliation
March 13
+Leonard Blain by K of C Friday
Morning Coffee Club
+Winifred Windisch by Ebeling Family
March 14
+Ann Kern, +Raymond Reeb, +Max Malz
by Ascension
Reconciliation
Anthony Gengenbach and Fr. Nathan
Lisa Ragan
March 15
Ascension Parishioners Fr. Nathan
Weekly Rosary
+Anne & Nicholas Rash Fr. Nathan
by Cook Family
+Robert Nosworthy Fr. Alessandro
by Hannelore & George
+Mickey Eich Fr. Alessandro
by Gillespie Family
Unforeseen circumstances may require
a change in the priest schedule.
Church of the Ascension 3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
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!
Amos Mouser, Father of Sandy Henson
Robert Walters, Father of Gini Way
Margaret Hodes, Wife of Thomas
From Death to New Life
Claire Elizabeth Adams
Baptisms
WEEKLY PRAYER
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Third Sunday of Lent
As we are now well into Lent, we can take a look at what it
means to turn away from sin and be faithful to the Gospel.
A good place to start would be the Ten Commandments.
The reading from Exodus presents us with one of the first
listings of the Commandments. In this passage, God
explains some of the laws to show how serious they are.
For the first one, God includes making images to be used
for worship. Now you might jump to the conclusion that all
the statues and crucifixes in our churches must be
destroyed. Not so.
In the days of Moses, people of other cultures made images
of their gods and declared that the image was the god, and
so should be worshipped. The LORD wanted his people to
remember that God cannot be limited to an image or idea.
That is still true today. Our images and statues are meant to
help us pray to God, not to that work of art. In that sense,
they are no worse than using a beautiful sunset or mountain
scene to help you pray.
On the other hand, some people give a superstitious
meaning to religious articles. Burying a statue to help sell
your house could be one example. If you want to ask for a
favor from God, just ask Him. God is much more likely to
listen to a sincere prayer than a superstitious action.
The reason God gives for the first commandment is that he
is a passionate God, who has chosen the Israelites to be his
people. When he punishes sin, he allows the effect of our
bad choices to hurt us and those around us. But when we
repent and change our ways, his love is everlasting.
God also emphasizes some commands by duplicating them.
He tells us not to steal from others, and also not to plan to
steal from our neighbor. The same with adultery: Planning
it is just as bad as doing it. Taking his name in vain
originally meant perjuring yourself after taking an oath to
tell the truth. That is similar to the eighth commandment
about false witness.
Jesus simplified all these commands when he reminds us to
love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as
yourself. Let’s remember that as we turn away from sin to
serving God better during Lent.
March 9 - March 15
Monday: 2 Kgs 5:1-15b; Ps 42:2, 3; 43:3, 4; Lk 4:24-30
Tuesday: Dn 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25:4-5ab, 6-7bc, 8-9;
Mt. 18:21-35
Wednesday: Dt 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20;
Mt 5:17-19
Thursday: Jer 7:23-28; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Lk 11:14-23
Friday: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 81:6c-11ab, 14, 17;
Mk 12:28-34
Saturday: Hos 6:1-6; Ps 51:3-4, 18-21ab; Lk 18:9-14
Sunday: 2 Chr 36:14-16, 19-23; Ps 137:1-6;
Eph 2:4-10; Jn 3:14-21
Alternate readings (Year A):
1 Sm 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a; Ps 23:1-6;
Eph 5:8-14; Jn 9:1-41[1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38]
ASKING FOR PRAYERS
KAIROS 25
Please keep us in prayer this weekend as Kairos 25 is in
progress. Pray for the approximately 40 students making
this retreat. Thank you!
Prayer Partners Intention Voicemail Number
1 -888-684-6555
Thank you!
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MINISTRY NEWS
MINISTRY OF CARE
Whatsoever you do to the least of My
people, that you do unto Me.”
Contact Jean in the office for information
on these support ministries and other
available resources.
Job Ministry
Have you lost your job or been “downsized”? Looking to
get back in the market? We help people who are
unemployed and looking for work. Our ministry helps with
networking, occasional job openings and resume’ writing.
Respite Care
Are you caring for a loved one at home? We have
parishioners who want to help, and who are trained in
Respite Care and would love to give you a break! This
also gives the one you care for a break from you!!!
Prison Ministry
We provide to all persons incarcerated in Johnson County
jails and juvenile facilities. This includes: Mass or
Communion Service, Catechesis or Scripture Study, and
facilitate regular access to Sacrament of Reconciliation.
We participate in a letter writing mentoring program and
Mentor for Success through the State Prisons. Kids can
participate (and adults) by making cards with pictures
drawn, Bible verses, messages of hope, etc. using card
stock, construction paper, magic markers or colored pencils
(no crayons please), and first names only. Visit our website
at www.sdpo.org. This is an Ascension Ministry in
conjunction with other parishes, all are welcome and
needed! Contact Jean in the office for more details.
Back by popular demand - The Lenten meeting of 55+
Fellowship on Wednesday, March 11, begins with a
simple soup luncheon following noon Mass. At 2:00pm
we will go to the church for the Stations of the Cross with
Mary. Our service will conclude with Benediction with
Father Tom as the presider. Please join us. All seniors are
welcome.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men’s fraternal
organization open to all Catholic men ages 18 and over.
Knight of the Month - Doug White has been chosen as
the Knight of the Month. Doug is very involved in a
number of activities but has been one of the major
supporters of the Sister Servants of the Poor of Jesus
Christ. He has put in a lot of hours on the Convent
restoration as well as being responsible for developing
the Sisters GoFundMe website.
Family of the Month - Todd and Shannon Gomez have
been chosen as the Family of the Month. Todd
coordinates all the youth activities for the Knights such
as the Free Throw Contest, Soccer competition and the
poster contests.
Knights Scholarship program is open. All information
is on the website. The deadline for submission is April 1..
Volunteers are still needed for our Fish Fry’s. Please
go to the Knights website. Family members of Knights,
especially those needing service hours are welcomed.
However, no one under 18 is allowed to work in the
kitchen or on the serving line.
The “Best Fish Fry’s” will continue on Fridays through Friday, March 27. The Fish Fry’s, as with all of
our culinary functions are open to the public. The events
begin at 5:00pm and will run till 7:30pm. The cost is
$9.50 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 5-11, and free to
4 and under. The menu includes: baked tilapia, deep
fried cod, catfish, pizza, french fries, oven-baked red
potatoes, green beans, mac ‘n cheese, drinks and dessert.
Carry out service is available. We accept cash, checks,
credit and debit cards for payment.
Desserts for Upcoming Fish Fry’s - Ladies and
gentlemen, the 2015 remaining Fish Fries will be held
on: 3/13/ 3/20 and 3/27. If you would like to donate
desserts and/or volunteer for a shift, please contact
Johnette Martin at: [email protected]. DUE
TO SAFETY AND INSURANCE REASONS NO ONE
UNDER THE AGE OF 18 IS PERMITTED IN THE
KITCHEN OR DESSERT PREPARATION AREA.
UPCOMING EVENTS (Sign up on our website
www.ascensionkofc.com for activities).
Fish Fry’s will be held on Mar., 13, 20, and 27 and will
start at 5:00pm.
Mar. 8 - Officers’ meeting in the Knights Rm.
beginning at 6:30pm.
Mar. 9 - March for Life in Washington, DC.
Mar. 12 - Villa St. Francis Bingo-7:30pm to 8:30pm.
New volunteers should plan on arriving no later than
7:15pm for orientation.
Church of the Ascension 3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
MINISTRY NEWS (Continued) - RESPECT LIFE
REPEAL THE KANSAS
DEATH PENALTY!
House Bill (HB) 2129 to repeal the death penalty and
replace it with life without parole was introduced by
Representative Steven Becker of Buhler. Now our task is
to keep up the call for repeal. Please contact your
legislators and ask them to support HB 2129! It’s
important for legislators to hear from you. The bill is in
the House Judiciary Committee awaiting a hearing. The
committee is chaired by Rep. John Barker. His email
address is [email protected].
Call, write or email your legislators and Chairman Barker
today, and tell them you support ending the Kansas death
penalty! KEEP REMINDING THEM that death penalty
cases cost three to four times more than non-death penalty
cases. The high cost of the death penalty diverts important
financial resources from other uses; and that imprisonment
or life without possibility of parole is not only cheaper, but
protects society.
To confirm your legislators’ contact information, just visit
www.openstates.org. Type in your address to see contact
information for your Senator and Representative.
If you have questions, need assistance, or want to share
your legislator’s response, please contact KCADP at 785-
235-2237 or [email protected].
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CALLING ALL MINISTRIES!
Sign up today!
Ascension has committed to filling two of the 40 days for
the 40 Days for Life Campaign that began on Ash
Wednesday and will run through Palm Sunday. We have
committed to Friday, 3/21, and Saturday, 3/22. Please help
us fill these days by signing up for an hour (between the
hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm). We are encouraging
ministries and groups to sign up together to increase
participation and visibility of this important campaign. You
may sign up directly at: http://40daysforlife.com/local-
campaigns/overland-park/ or contact Amanda Cushenbery
at [email protected] with any questions. Thank
you!
MINISTRY NEWS (Continued)
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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, contact
Stefanie Spencer [email protected] or phone
913-461-9410.
Mom’s Night Out
Join us on Thursday, March 26, from 7:30pm-9:00pm for
some shopping! Ruby Rouge is a boutique in downtown
Overland Park, and they will be hosting a Moms' night out
for us! They will show us some of their new pieces and
give ideas for ways to wear them. We will of course have
some snacks and drinks at this event as well. Watch for the
evite in the weekly email. Spring Book Study
This spring, we will be reading Made for More by Curtis
Martin, and discussing it at the monthly meetings. We will
discuss Chapters 5 and 6 at the April meeting. Books are
for sale on the Lighthouse Media kiosk in the Gathering
Space or contact Anna Schuster at [email protected]
to purchase a book for $4.00.
Moms at Mass
Come join us the first Friday of every month at noon Mass.
It’s a great way to expose our little ones to Mass! We will
be sitting either in the cry room or the pews directly in
front.
PERPETUAL ADORATION
Holy hours needing weekly prayer partners are:
Sunday at 11:00am and 1:00pm
Monday 7:00am, 9:00am and 5:00pm
Thursday at noon and 9:00pm
Friday at 3:00pm
Saturday at 4:00pm
Also, if you can sub for others that are away, please go to
the list at:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090a44aba7238-
adoration and sign up for an hour.
Contact Debbie at [email protected] or 913-
485-8918 if you need a substitute, can take a permanent
Holy Hour, or have questions.
SCHOOL OF RELIGION
Office hours: Monday - Thursday
9:00AM - 4:00PM
681-7683
To register for Summer SOR (June 15-26) go to
www.kcascension.org
Volunteers - Do you love your faith? Would you be willing
to share it with our young parishioners this June? You are
personally invited to consider being a catechist for our
Summer SOR Program which is from 9:00am to 12:30pm
June 15-26. Please call the SOR office to volunteer or for
more information, 681-7683. First, 3rd-6th grade spots are
available.
Spring break schedule: No AM K4C or PM SOR on March
15 or 22, and No Wednesday SOR on March 18.
Vacation Bible School registrations will begin April 1.
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DID YOU KNOW???
Ascension is a very active parish and almost every room is
used for ministry meetings and various groups almost every
afternoon and evening. You must reserve the room you are
using in advance of your function. No one should assume
they have a room anywhere in the facility unless you have
submitted a space reservation form to the office and it has
been approved, even if you have been meeting there in the
past. Please check with Jan in the office to be sure you have
the space reserved. There is also a list of who is using what
room under the TV monitor in the Gathering Space and in
the hospitality area and in the rooms in the lower level. The
space reservation form is required for all the rooms in the
Church building.
DO YOU HAVE ANY OLD
EYEGLASSES OR SUNGLASSES
Save your old eyeglasses and sunglasses to be recycled
throughout the world! Donation bin is located behind the
bulletin boards in the Gathering Area.
COMMUNITY NEWS
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FATHER JACQUE PHILIPPE
CONFERENCE
March 14, 8:30AM
St. Michael’s the Archangel, Leawood, KS.
Fr. Jacque Philippe is the author of numerous popular
books on the spiritual life including: “Search for and
maintaining peace, time for God, in the School of the Holy
Spirit, Interior Freedom.” He will be giving a one-day
spiritual conference at St. Michael the Archangel on
Saturday, March 14. Details for the schedule are below:
8:15am Mass - St. Michael the Archangel Parish in
Leawood, KS.
9:30am to 3:15pm - three talks at St Michael the
Archangel Parish.
Mass in the morning, followed by two talks, lunch and
then a third talk. All talks on “Interior Peace”. Lunch
$8.00, must pre-register to get lunch at http://
www.stmichaelcp.org/. Will have registration at entrance
to the Church.
CATHOLIC LAWYERS GUILD
OF KANSAS CITY
March 16, 6:00PM
Polsinelli
900 W. 48th Place, Kansas City, M0.
The Catholic Lawyers Guild of Kansas City welcomes all
attorneys, legal professionals, law students, and professors
to join us for a special event at 6:00pm on Monday, March
16. Professor Ronald Rychlak of the University of
Mississippi Law School, a Vatican observer to the U.N.
and specialist on Pope Pius XII, will speak on “Pius XII,
World War II, and the Cold War.” This special event will
include a buffet dinner and wine. Join us at Polsinelli, 900
W. 48th Place, on the Plaza. Cost is $20.00 payable to:
Graves Garrett, LLC. Please RSVP and direct
questions or topic or speaker suggestions to the Guild by
emailing: Eddie Greim at [email protected].
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LITURGY SCHEDULE
COMMUNITY NEWS (Cont’d.)
Saturday – March 14 - 4:30PM
Greeters: R & G Merlotti, T Creal
Sacristan: G Grimaldi, C Rager
Servers: C Koettker, G Kreeger, A Loewen
Ushers: M Mayer, K Corsini, D Edwards, M Edwards,
M Fragale, G McMindes, D McMindes, L O’Neill
Lec/Com: Brown, Collins
E.M: G Grimaldi, C Rager, D Wille, M & S Wuller, C Arnold,
R Commodore, B Cook, B Dierks, K Farnan, C Geiger, J Godar
Kreiter, K Hane, W S Happer, C Kisinger, P Lauer, J A Loughran
Sunday – March 15 - 8:15AM
Greeters: Schuester Family
Sacristan: MJ (S) & P Doherty
Servers: E Dickson, M Flucke, T Ford
Ushers: J Frederes, J Auslander, M Beggs, M Gwynn,
J Maxwell, D O’Grady, D Sandvig
Lec/Com: Friedrichsen, Finnegan
E.M: P Doherty, B Wellinghoff, G Wilferth, K & S Winkler,
C Yorke, G Arnone, B Bibler, E Blaise, J & P Blakeney, C Cure,
R Doran, J & K Finnegan, G & K Flax
Sunday – March 15 - 10:00AM
Greeters: Hampton Family
Sacristan: P Brownback, J A Colt
Servers: T Penn, J Frederick, C Harper
Ushers: J Pater, M Frasher, J Hogan, T Lenz, M Rottinghaus,
L Simons, M Thomas, D Vanoverschelde
Lec/Com: Moloney, Lenertz
E.M: P Brownback, J A Colt, L Stevens, C & R Stump, J & V Totta,
B & J Weatherford, K Weyforth, M Arrambide, J Baldwin, K Banker,
K Belk, B Bergman, J Bins, K Bins, M Byrd
Sunday – March 15 - 11:45AM
Greeters: S Leary
Sacristan: B Gregson, T Walters
Servers: E LaSala, A Montalvo, S Montalvo
Ushers: B Long, P Glasser, J Leary, B Martinez, M George,
L Mickeletto
Lec/Com: Martinez, Nosworthy
E.M: B Gregson, T Walters, C Taylor, R Ullmann, D Urkevich,
K Sutton, N Volz, K Werkowitch, M Anthone, M & W Bokath
Sunday – March 15 - 5:00PM
Greeters: Shiker Family
Sacristan: M Riggs (Sac), D Searle
Servers: A Connor, R Connor, B Connor
Ushers: A Youan, K Amundsen, C Connor, C Connor, J Connor,
L Connor, J Stuppy, K Stuppy, M Stuppy
Lec/Com: Rodriguez, Brower
E.M: D Searle, E & M King, B & F Kwapiszeski, B Manley,
S Mowery, M Noack, D Rodriguez, S, A, & S Smeltzer, M Stuppy,
D & D Warlick
Counters: March 16: N/S Huddlestun, A Kernan, J & J Monty,
J Riscoe, A Suchma, L Huston(Sub)
CONFESSIONS WEEKLY DURING LENT
6:00PM-7:00PM
All Parishes Throughout the Archdiocese
JOB OPENING
ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL PARISH
Leawood, KS.
Preschool Director: St. Michael the Archangel Parish,
Leawood, Kansas, is accepting applications for a Preschool
Director. Applicants must have prior teaching and Director
level experience, a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood
Education or a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Early
Childhood Education. Must be self-directed, have strong
organizational and interpersonal skill be able to meet the
state requirements for Director of a 100+ child preschool.
Must be a practicing Catholic. A complete job description,
application and benefits information are available at
www.stmichaelcp.org.
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume
and application to: [email protected] or mail to:
mail to St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 14251 Nall Ave.,
Leawood, KS 66223.
Church of the Ascension 3rd Sunday of Lent March 8, 2015
JOB OPENING
ST. AGNES CHILD CHARE
Fairway, KS.
St. Agnes Child Care is currently looking to fill part-time
positions for Assistant Teachers to work flexible hours
between 7:00am to 6:00pm. The candidate will need to be
at least 18 years old, be physically able to meet the
demands of working with young children, be energetic and
flexible, and have creativity and patience. The candidate
must also have a High School Diploma or GED. These
part-time positions could possibly lead to full-time roles as
enrollment increases. Email your resume to: Neona Russ,
Director of St. Agnes Child Care Center, call 262-1689, or
email: [email protected].
A LIFE WORTH LIVING CONCERT
Cure of Ars, Leawood, KS
March 20, 7:30PM
Curé of Ars will host “A Life Worth Living,” a Concert
with Steve Courtney and Friends on Friday, March 20, at
7:30pm. Mark your calendar now for this wonderful
evening of music for you and your family.
PARISH OFFICE : Phone 681-3348; Fax 681-3517
Monsignor Thomas Tank Pastor
Father Nathan Haverland Parochial Vicar
Father Alessandro Borraccia Parochial Vicar
Dorothy Brandwein Music Director
Virgil Crumpton Maintenance/Head Custodian
Denise Greene Adult Faith and RCIA Secretary
Jean Hinman Ministry of Care Director
Ray Martin Social Media and Family Life Director
Dawnlee Maurer Parish Life Coordinator
Jan Montalvo Receptionist
Sharon Weems Parish Administrator
Liz Willman Adult Faith and RCIA Director
Maggie Wright Communications Coordinator
SCHOOL OF RELIGION 681-7683; Fax 681-7634
William O’Leary Director
Tricia Baldwin Administrative Assistant
YOUTH MINISTRIES 681-7683; Fax 681-7634
Joe Passantino High School Youth Director
Chelsea Pratt High School Youth Director
Heath Cole Jr. High Youth Coordinator
MARDI GRAS Dawnlee Maurer 681-3348 MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Denny & Karen Schemmel 897-5079
MARRIAGE & FAMILY ENRICHMENT Liz Willman 681-3348 MARRIAGE PREP/NFP Bruce & Mona Snider 851-1231 MEN OF ASCENSION Mike Fischbach 469-5325 MOYC Abby Walter 839-9403 MUSIC FOR LITURGY Dorothy Brandwein 681-3348 NEWLY MARRIEDS Ignacio & Kate Contreras 714-335-8775 NURSERY Carol Rephlo 897-3377 PARISH COUNCIL Father Tom 681-3348 PARISH LIFE COMMITTEE Dawnlee Maurer 681-3348 PERPETUAL ADORATION Debbie Engel 485-8918 PRAYER PARTNERS Matt Wasko 749-3442 Sherry McAuliffe 681-6824 PRISON MINISTRY John Stanley 685-0351 RCIA Liz Willman 681-3348 RETROUVAILLE Joe & Danette Searle 681-2040 RESPECT LIFE John & Melissa Joerger 549-4406 RESPITE CARE Mary Ann Woodward 897-3298 SACRISTAN Scott & Nancy Huddlestun 269-6288 SOCIAL CONCERNS John Kratofil 768-8379 ST. LUKES SOUTH EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY Marguerite Enlow 897-5623 USHERS Jeff Frederes 681-2195 WEEKLY FAMILY ROSARY Jean Hinman 681-3348 WELCOMING Dawnlee Maurer 681-3348 WOMEN OF ASCENSION Teresa Davis 526-4570
ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL 851-2531
Fax Number 851-2518
Becky Wright Principal
Andrew Legler Assistant Principal
Janet Eckert Administrative Assistant
Karen Kellerman Administrative Assistant
NEW PARISHIONERS Please see Parish Registration info. on our website.
VISITS FOR THE HOMEBOUND/HOSPITAL VISITS
Please contact Jean Hinman to schedule.
BAPTISMS
Please call the Parish Office for class information
and scheduling.
MATRIMONY
Please contact one or our priests six months prior
to wedding.
WEDDING COORDINATORS
Dorothy Long - 681-1289; Karen Pierpoint - 558-3403
ANNULMENTS
Contact Father Tom or Father Nathan
PARISH STAFF
55+ FELLOWSHIP Laverne O’Neill 766-3011 ADDICTION SUPPORT George Crossland 451-3296 ADULT FAITH LIBRARY Kim Sutton 897-6593
ALTAR SERVERS TRAINING Bryan Didier 705-0266 SCHEDULING Jeremy Didier 908-2566 ARTS & ENVIRONMENT Sarah Devore 851-9406 ATHLETIC DIR. (CYO) Tim Davidson 685-5877 BASKETBALL MEN’S Rob Spaedy 816-506-3706 BEREAVEMENT GROUP Denny & Karen Schemmel 897-5079 BOOK CLUB Linda Cook 897-3201 BRIDGE: COUPLES John & Kathleen Hlavacek 897-0495 LADIES DAYTIME Sue Reed 940-0978 LADIES EVENING Louise Kramer 766-0973
CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Karen Newkirk 814-9009 CHILDREN’S MINISTERS Heather Kuo 681-3698 OF THE WORD COLLECTION COUNTERS Annette Mellard 851-1349 COVERED IN PRAYER Susan Wolfgang 910-3099 DONUT COORDINATOR Nila Henderson 481-8608 EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY Craig & Judy Arnold 685-9305 SCHEDULING Mike Smoots 685-0118
FINANCE COUNCIL Sharon Weems 681-3348
GREETERS LeeAnn Cure 488-4761 GYM COORDINATOR Casey Coutray 814-9958 HELP FOR PARISHIONERS Jean Hinman 681-3348
HOMEBOUND EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY Jean Hinman 681-3348 ILLNESS & CAREGIVERS Marina Carrizosa-Ramos 416-0355 SUPPORT GROUP Cathy Oxley 681-9982 INTL. MISSIONS Ed Herman 897-0082 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Mark Short 653-6814 LECTORS Jean Brower 768-9011 LEGION OF MARY Dick Kane 484-7402 LINEN CARE Mary Jo Doherty 685-8313 LITURGY Russ Engel 469-1918
PARISH MINISTRY CONTACTS
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