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December 22, 2019 • Fourth Sunday of Advent

General Information

Parish Membership: Register online or at either par ish office

Mass Schedule: Mass schedule & intentions are inside on pg. 2

Adoration: Perpetual Adoration Chapel is located at St. Joe

Confessions: Saturday 4pm (SJ ), Sunday 8am (SV), Monday 5:30pm (SV), and 3rd Friday 9am-9pm (SJ), or call Fr. Mike for appt.

Baptisms: Classes are held the 2nd Monday of the month in the Office (English) and the 2nd Sunday of the month in the church (Spanish). Scheduling takes place at the end of class.

Marriage: Marr iage preparation is available for registered members. Arrangements should be made at least 6 months in advance. Contact Fr. Mike or Sr. Joan.

Anointing of the Sick: 1st Tuesday of the month after the 8:15am Mass (SJ), or call Fr. Mike for a visit. Call anytime.

Fr. Mike make homebound visits every First Friday.

Vocations: Contact Fr . Mike or Sr . Joan

Rosary: Saturday 4:30pm (SJ) & Wednesday 5:30pm (SV)

Religious Education, Faith Formation & Youth: See pg. 8

St. Joseph & St. Vincent De Paul

St. Joseph Catholic Church

Parish Center: Address…………………...…….....228 E Hendricks St. Phone & Website…….(317) 398-8227 stjoeshelby.org Office Hours……..Mon-Fri: 8am-4pm, Tues: 8am-5pm

School: Address……………………….…..127 E Broadway St. Phone & Website…(317) 398-4202 sjsshelbyville.org Office Hours…………..……….….Mon-Fri: 8am-3pm

Perpetual Adoration Chapel: Address……………………….………...228 E Hendricks St Phone & Website…..(317) 398-8227 stjoe.weadorehim.org

Staff (all emails are @sjsshelbyville.org): Fr. Mike Keucher, VF, Pastor.....(812) 391-0047…....frmike Dcn. Tom Hill, Deacon………………...………..……...thill Billy Cross, Pastoral Associate…………...…..……...bcross Bryan Fischer, Buildings & Grounds………....……bfischer Jan Lux, Parish Secretary……………………..…………jan Rebecca Makowski, Business Manager…….….….....rebecca Gaye McKenney, Parish Council President…...…….…gaye Kathleen Simpson, School Secretary…......simpson.kathleen Bill Turner, Facilities Manager…………..………..turner.bill Jim Tush, School Principal…………….….………..tush.jim James Velez, Hispanic Ministry Director……..……...james

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church

Parish Center: Address…………………..…………...4218 E Michigan Rd Phone & Website………….…(317) 398-4028 svdpcc.com Office Hours………………….…...…………..Call Sr. Joan

Staff: Sr. Joan Miller, PLC....(317) [email protected] Billy Cross, Pastoral Associate…[email protected] JJ Jones, Cemetery(317)364-2827 [email protected] Larry Haunert, Parish Council President…[email protected] Eileen Settles, Hall Rental…………….……..765-525-9956

SVdP Society of Shelby County

Contact Information: Help Line……………………….……....…(317) 395-7027 Website……………………….…….….......svdpshelby.org Store Address……………….…….……..424 E Jackson St. Store Hours………………..…….………....Sat. 10am-2pm Warehouse Address……….…….….….…....628 Hodell St. Warehouse Hours………….…………...1st Sat. 9am-11am

Contacts: Email……………………[email protected]

Fourth Sunday of Advent +JMJ December 22, 2019

Mass Schedule & Intentions

Sat., Dec. 21

5:00pm

Bob and Glenn Poehner

St. Joseph

Sun., Dec. 22 8:30am 10:00am 12:15pm

Art and Pauline Nieman For the Parishioners For the Holy Souls in Purgatory

St. Vincent St. Joseph St. Joseph

Mon., Dec. 23 5:00pm Daniel Pollman St. Vincent

Tues., Dec. 24 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 11:00pm

John Stephen’s Family Richard Marshall and Scotty Emma Serratos Omer and Helen Lux

St. Joseph St. Vincent St. Joseph St. Vincent

Wed., Dec. 25 12:00am 9:00am

John and Mary Veerkamp John Soller

St. Joseph St. Joseph

Thur., Dec. 26 No Mass St. Joseph

Fri., Dec. 27 5:30pm LeRoy and Betty Martin St. Joseph

Sat., Dec. 28 5:00pm Clifford and Edith Walke St. Joseph

Sun., Dec. 29 8:30am 10:00am 12:15pm

Henry Fischer Richard Gray Jorge and Noemine Higareda

St. Vincent St. Joseph St. Joseph

Schedules, Counts, & Prayers

Readings for the Week

Sunday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-6; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24 Monday: Mal 3:1-4, 23-34; Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-10, 14; Lk 1:57-66 Tuesday: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Lk 1:67-79 Wednesday: Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Ps 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 [18-25] Night: Is 9:1-6; Ps 96:1-3, 11-13; Ti 2:11-14; Lk 2:1-14 Day: Is 52:7-10; Ps 98:1-6; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18 [1-5, 9-14] Thursday: Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 8ab, 16bc, 17; Mt 10:17-22 Friday: 1 Jn 1:1-4; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Jn 20:1a, 2-8 Saturday: 1 Jn 1:5 — 2:2; Ps 124:2-5, 7cd-8; Mt 2:13-18 Sunday: Sir 3:2-6, 12-14; Ps 128:1-5; Col 3:12-21 [12-17]; Mt 2:13-15, 19-23

Weekly Numbers

Mass Counts and Sunday Collections

Due to the early deadline for this weekend’s Bulletin, the Mass counts and financial information for the weekend of

December 15th will be published in the December 29th Bulletin.

Thanks for your generosity! It is amazing what God can do when we are generous. Please be sure to remember your parish in your will!

Prayer List

If you would like to place a name on our Bulletin Prayer List, please send an email with your loved one’s name along with your name and phone number to [email protected] or call the Parish Of-fice at 317-398-8227. Be sure you have their permission before submitting their name.

Jan Chandler Ronnie Chandler Leonardo Leon Chavez Kathleen Chudzinski Rick Comstock Alice Cossairt Danielle DeWitt Liz Fallis Sandy Fisher Kate Freeman Marcelino Gob Leopoldo Gomes Diane Hargitt Colleen Hradnansky Jan Jones Liam Kapfhammer Jim Knecht Betty Knight Jerry Lawrence Rico Mangalindan

Rose Mary Martin Mike McDowell Randy McQueen Millie McVey Elizabeth Morgan Mary Myers Richard Oyerbites Ruth Pennycuff Grant Plue Dixie Redelman Michael Schreiner Sue Schuck Sloan Allen Snow Martha Spalding Wayne Sparks Jerry Thomas Char Rene’ Thompson Travis Whelen Rosie Young

St. Joseph and St. Vincent de Paul their families and all of our guests, a

Blessed Christmas And Prosperous New Year!

We would like to wish all parishioners of


St. Joseph News

Pastor’s Column

Pastor’s Column

Dear Parishioners, Today we welcome many guests and visitors. We are very happy that you are here with us! You are always welcome. Every year I write a Christmas poem. I put it on my Christmas card. I have done this for several years now. It’s a funny thing, because I never know what new in-sight into Christmas I will have until I sit down and write the poem. This year, the poem was inspired by one of the stained glass windows at St. Joe, the so-called “Magi Window.” What struck me was that one of the three kings, King Melchoir is kneel-ing down, giving Jesus his gold. That’s not what’s unusual, of course. What’s unusual is that the win-dow depicts Melchoir giving Jesus the crown off his head. It’s as though he is abdicating his power, giving it all to the true King. Anyway, here’s my poem for Christmas 2019:

The desert he crossed-- the pathway unsure -- no matter the cost

He laid his gifts there in front of the King uttering a prayer

That King, He smiled and said with care, "Put that here, child."

"You mean my crown?" -- it was hard to let go -- but he laid it down.

One day he died And that King was there! "My Son," He cried, "My crown is yours to wear."

I pray for you all this Christmas. Today is a day of great joy—the cookies, the gifts, Christmas pajam-as, eggnog, family time, the snow (I hope)…the list goes on. Let us never forget that everything good about Christmas—everything good in our lives—comes from the Babe in the manger. It’s the most

wonderful thing! Don’t forget to keep your Christmas decorations up until the Epiphany (January 6). We Catholics celebrate Christmas for 12 days after Christmas Day (hence the song about the 12 days of Christ-mas), because there is too much joy about the Incarnation to contain in one simple day. If you’re here today and it has been a while since you’ve been to Mass, I’m so glad you’re here. Please come back….we need you. God bless you, Fr. Mike

Recent Photos on Facebook

You can always logon to the St. Joseph Catholic Parish Facebook page to view pictures of our events! We’ve had so many events lately! The annual Men’s Retreat at St. Meinrad, Lessons & Carols, the Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrations, the Messiah trip, the Grinch play, etc. The list goes on! These events are so beautiful and we sadly don’t have the space to put pictures from all the events in this bulletin. Go to Facebook and search for “St. Joseph Catholic Parish.”

Recent Baptisms

Welcome Aria Maria!

Welcome Julian Cesar Jimenez


St. Joseph News

Fr. Mike’s Blog

unendingmercy.org

Year-end Giving and the IRA Charitable Rollover

As we approach the end of the year, many are thinking about charitable year-end giving and how to support our parishes while maximizing the tax benefits. The IRA charitable rollover (known as the QCD) is a popular choice for those 70 ½ and older. Donors can make a tax-free gift directly from the IRA of up to $100,000 and avoid paying income taxes on this distribution. The gift meets the required minimum distribution and the owner of the IRA doesn’t have to pay income taxes on this gift. Please contact Rebecca in the Parish Office at 317-398-8227 if interested. If you are planning to make a year-end gift to St. Joseph, we need to receive your gift before January 1st.

St. Joseph Office Holiday Hours

The St. Joseph Parish Office’s holiday hours are: Monday, December 23rd - Open until 4:00pm. Tuesday, December 24th thru Friday, December 27th closed. Monday, December 30 - Open until 4:00pm. Tuesday, December 31st and Wednesday,

January 1st closed. Thursday, January 2nd - Resume normal office

hours.

St. Joseph School/Office

The St. Joseph School/Office will be closed from Friday, December 20th thru Friday, January 3rd for the holidays. They will resume normal hours on Monday, January 6th.—Dec. 15

Update Membership Information

Here is your chance to update YOUR membership record at St. Joseph Church. Have you changed your phone number? Have you dropped your land line phone and are using a mobile phone? Have you moved? If you have not already informed the Church Office about your record change, please let us know now. Please call the Church Office at 317-398-8227 or email Rebecca at [email protected] or Jan at [email protected]

Angel Tree News

This year we were blessed in that just 9 children from 3 families needed to be adopted. They received clothes, toys and Christmas dinner thanks to several very generous sponsors. In addition, over 200 toys, several bicycles, coats, and clothes were donated to the Salvation Army for its annual Angel Tree event. Much needed supplies went to Especially Kidz! Many cleaning supplies, linens and other items were lovingly donated to Hancock Hope House. Thank you so much to everyone who participated in these programs; we are very grateful!

St. Joseph School News

Dear Parishioners,

I am very thankful for the opportunity to serve the children of St. Joseph Parish. I pray that you will all have a wonderful Christmas, enjoying time with your families in the celebration of Christ's birth.

Our last day of school was Thursday, Dec- ember 19th. We will return on Monday, Jan- uary 6th and welcome our new two-year-old students. Thank you for supporting St. Joseph School.

Merry Christmas! Jim Tush, Principal


Upcoming Events & Meetings

St. Joseph News

Knights of Columbus News

Monday thru Saturday Lunch from 11:00am - 1:00pm

Phone: 317-398-9914

Dinners Friday evening from 6:00 - 8:00pm

2nd Sunday of each month from 11:00 - 1:00pm

Wing and Shrimp Night Wednesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00pm

Served Hot, Honey Garlic and BBQ

Bingo Thursday evening from 7:00 - 10:00pm

Knights of Columbus Meeting Dates Council Meeting: 8:15pm (1st & 3rd Wednesday) Finance Meeting: 7:00pm (1st Wednesday) Columbian Homes Mtg.: 7:00pm (3rd Wednesday)

Date Time Event Dec. 22 NO Religious Ed at St. Joe Dec. 22 NO HS Youth Group Dec. 23 NO Fr. Mike’s Bible Study St. V. Dec. 23 NO RCIA Dec. 24-25 See Christmas Mass Schedule Dec. 27 5:30pm St. John’s Mass and Wine

Tradition - NO 8:15am Mass& Dec. 29 NO Religious Ed at St. Joe Dec. 29 NO HS Youth Group Dec. 30 NO Fr. Mike’s Bible Study St. V. Dec. 30 NO RCIA

St. Joseph News

St. Joseph Liturgical Ministers

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion 5:00pm Mass for December Host—Pat Cassidy, Bill Grove, Mary Ann Turner Cup—Rosemary Grove, Sue Rudicel, Jessica Zuroske and Teri Mackey

10:00am Mass for December Host—Becky Boyd, Angie Davies, Sherry Mohr Cup—Bob Carmony, Jerry J. Lux, Marty Tormoehlen, Mary Kay Hart

Lectors 5:00pm Mass - December 28 Marily Williamson and Alice Brown

10:00am Mass - December 29 Beth Gwinnup and Jack Boyce

Ushers 5:00pm Mass for December Leroy Martin, Paul Nolting, Tom Toll

10:00am Mass for December Lou Carter, Tom Duvelius, Pat Lancaster, Diana Weaver

Musicians 5:00pm Mass - December 28 Curtis and Angie Davies

10:00am Mass - December 29 Richard Gray

Collection Counter Schedule

December 23 Nancy Nolting’s Team December 30 Betsy Stephen’s Team January 6 Teresa Wood’s Team January 13 Tom Duvelius’ Team THANK YOU!!!

Snowball Dance—Jan. 18

The annual Snowball Dance is scheduled for January 18th and tickets are now on sale at the Knights of Columbus. Tickets will also be sold after Masses at St. Vincent and St. Joseph on the weekends of January 5th and 12th. Tickets are $45.00 a person and include wine tasting, shrimp, cheese, and crackers starting at 6:00, a K of C (sirloin) steak dinner, including desert, at 7:15pm, draft beer, and dancing from 8:30pm to midnight to the music provided by the 3rd Generation Band.

In Condolence

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of Patrick Pope, who passed away on October 27th, 2019.

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of Otis Carter, Jr. who passed away on October 27th, 2019.

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of Edith Bordenkecher, who passed away on December 2nd, 2019.

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of Ralph Leppert, who passed away on December 7th, 2019.

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of June Cord, who passed away on December 10th, 2019.


Sr. Joan’s Corner

Dear Parishioners,

This weekend’s readings are about God with us, Emmanuel. We arriving at the moment of celebration of God’s presence within the human family. Our celebration of Jesus’ birth is only two days away. Do we really know what we are celebrating?

The Emmanuel of Advent-Christmas, the God who is with us, witnesses our social life from within the community, so that God is not far away but is actually among us as we become part of each other’s lives (and sometimes step on them), as we work together (and sometimes against each oth-er). As we try to support each other (and some-times fail).

There is no game of hide and seek with this God, who is present to witness our good deeds and our misdeeds. This week as we take time to pray (and it is important especially this week when we think we are too busy), let us rejoice at the prospect of having God among us. Let us also reflect on the awesome responsibility of living in the presence of God.

May each of you have a blessed Christmas.

Sr. Joan

St. Vincent News

Year End Giving

If you are planning to make a year-end gift to St. Vincent Cemetery Endowment Fund or St. Vincent Parish Endowment Fund or to the par-ish, we need to receive your gift before January 1, 2020. According to the IRS guidelines, the post-mark on the envelope must not be later than December 31st. All donations given during New Year's Eve Mass will count as a 2019 donation.

Today’s Readings—Dec. 22

First Reading — You will be given this sign: The virgin shall conceive and bear a son (Isaiah 7:10-14). Psalm — Let the Lord enter; he is king of glory (Psalm 24). Second Reading — God has called us to belong to Jesus Christ (Romans 1:1-7). Gospel — The son born of Mary shall be called Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins (Matthew 1:18-24).

Nativity Prayer

Please use the following prayer in front of your nativity scene at your home. Turn your “decoration” into a place of prayer and reflection. O Divine Redeemer Jesus Christ, prostrate before Your crib, I believe You are the God of infinite Majesty, even though I see You here as a helpless babe. I humbly adore and thank You for having so humbled Yourself for my salvation as to will to be born in a manger. I thank You for all You did for me in Bethlehem, for Your poverty and humility, for Your nakedness, tears, cold and sufferings. I desire to show You the tenderness which Your Virgin Mother had toward You. I hope to love You as she did. If only I could praise You with the joy of the angels, that I could kneel before You with the faith of St. Joseph, and the simplicity of the shepherds. Uniting myself with these first adorers at the crib, I offer You the homage of my heart, and I beg that You would be born spiritually in my soul. Make me reflect in some degree the virtues of Your holy nativity. Fill me with that spirit of poverty and humility, which prompted You to assume the weakness of our human nature, and to be born amid destitution and suffering. Grant that from this day forward, I may in all things seek Your greater glory, and may enjoy that peace promised to men of good will. I ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Some thoughts to ponder as you pray in front of your Nativity Scene… What would it have been like to be in Bethle-

hem that night? Did the people of Bethlehem know what was

happening? Where does the presence of Jesus need to be

born again in our world, in our community, in our homes?

What would it have been like to be Mary, Jo-seph, a shepherd, a king, the innkeeper…etc?

What impact has the birth of Jesus Christ had on the world, in our country in your life?

Do we make room for Christ in our heart, our homes our busy lives, or is there no room like the Inn?

What character would you most be like: the adoring and reverent king, the busy town per-son, the singing angels, the poor shepherd?


News for Both Parishes

Holy & Special Day Mass Schedule

Christmas Eve Masses Tuesday, December 24th

St. Joseph - 4:00pm Children’s Vigil Mass St. Joseph - 6:00pm Vigil Mass (Spanish) St. Vincent - 5:00pm Vigil Mass St. Vincent - 11:00pm Vigil Mass

Christmas Day Masses Wednesday, December 25th

St. Joseph - 12:00am Midnight Mass St. Joseph - 9:00am Mass

Mary Mother of God Masses Tuesday, December 31st

St. Vincent - 5:00pm Vigil Mass St. Joseph - 6:00pm Vigil Mass (Spanish)

Wednesday, January 1st St. Joseph - 10:00am Mass

St. John’s Mass & Wine Tradition—Dec. 27

Mass on Friday, December 27th will take place at 5:30pm followed by a wine tasting. No Mass at 8:15am. Please feel free to bring a bottle of wine with you to share after Mass! The wine is blessed (not consecrated) during Mass, and then all go downstairs afterwards to enjoy a little wine.

This is part of an ancient tradition. St. John was the only apostle not martyred, but they certainly tried to kill him. Tradition says that folks attempted to poison his wine, but, even after having drank the poisoned wine, he survived. St. John also wrote the Gospel of John, which talks a lot about wine and how it becomes the blood of Jesus. This gave birth to this beautiful tradition!

Christmas Mass Etiquette

See Christmas visitors as our greatest Christmas gift! Leave your home early- drive safely. Be extra patient in the parking lot- there will

most likely be visitors. Welcome people and say hello to people as

you arrive and approach the church building. Open the door and keep it held open for others. Sit up toward the front and scoot all the way

into the center of the pew. Be prepared to possibly have to split-up as a

family and sit in different pews. If the pews get to max capacity, please offer

your seat to mothers with children, the elderly or those with special needs.

After Mass, please go out of your way to shake hands and welcome individuals who are not regularly with us.

Be very attentive and patient as you leave the parking lot. No falling!

GOD bless you and keep you this Christmas Season!

St. Vincent de Paul Society of Shelby Co.—Closed Dec. 22 thru Jan. 6

Dear All, We wish to thank each and every one of you for the terrific support you have so graciously provided to SVDP.

Each Saturday your benevolence is shared at the SVDP store. People line up each Saturday waiting for us to open at the store. Our SVDP store work-ers meet and treat every customer with open arms and a friendly attitude. You cannot imagine the smiles on the faces of the customers and especial-ly their children when they come in and get abso-lutely terrific stuff, all because of your fantastic support. It has far exceeded our expectations. Please believe us; The Holy Spirit is working with us. Thank you so very, very much.

All SVDP services will be closed Starting December 22, 2019

Until January 6, 2020 We wish you all a Merry Christmas

A Christmas Prayer

May knowing JESUS, bring you PEACE to bless each day;

HOPE for each tomorrow; and JOY in your heart!

Christmas

A young mother, her eyes shining with fatigue, a father who finds himself alone with his pretty wife and baby, straightening the stable to make himself useful in some way; shepherds who bring cheese and perhaps also some curdled milk; sheep who look at their shepherds while bleating; a donkey who is eyeing his manger changed into a cradle; an adorable swaddled baby whom one calls Savior, Christ and Lord: This is the manifestation of the goodness and the tenderness of God. This is the most fantastic birth in the history of humani-ty, the one which changed the face of the world! This is how far God humbled and compromised himself with us! This is Emmanuel!



Offer Flowers & Candles for Deceased Loved Ones or Special Intentions

Remember that there are envelopes in the adora-tion chapel you can use to dedicate a week’s worth of altar candles or flowers in honor of a deceased loved one or special intentions. Place them in the medal candle box.

St. Joseph Christmas Flower Offering in Memory Of

In Memory of David Matthew Boyd by Scott and Gina Fisher. In Memory of Mark Williams by Luke and Mary Pat Williams. In Memory of Doris, Louis and Dustin by Michael and Monique Scott. In Memory of Raphael and Elizabeth Reuter and Jim and Rose Mary Ryan by Tom and Mary Reuter. In Memory of Margaret and Lee Roy Mull by Bob and Diane Gardner. In Memory of Monica Ann Kucan by Charles and Jane Cole. In Memory of John and Mary Veerkamp by Andy and Jean Armstrong. In Memory of Bill and Teresa Marshall and Isabella and Carolyn Haywood by Virginia Marshall. In memory of the deceased members of the Vogt Family by Randal and Hilda Robinson. In Memory of Don Brown by Alice Brown. In Memory of Frank and Anna Marie Coffin by Mary Eads. In Memory of Bob and Mary Hauk by Michael Hauk. In Memory of Charles and Esther O’Connor by Charles and Brenda O’Connor. In Memory of Becky S. Wright by Michael Wright. In Memory of Rod Reker by Scott and Andrea Powell. In Memory of George, Doris and Molly Sheehan and Mary Ann Wise by Eileen Sheehan. In Memory of Bob and Patsy Weintraut by Pete and Jane Bolls. In Memory of Fred Anspaugh by Chris Anspaugh. In Memory of Carolyn Thomas by Jerry Thomas. In Memory of Charles Alton by Shirley Alton. In Memory of the Knecht and Nickol Families by Jim and Mary Knecht. In Memory of Jorge Casillas ‘El Kakis’ by Ruben and Bailey Rosales. In Memory of the Reuter and Schonfeld Families by Roseann Schonfeld. In Memory of Marjorie Miller by Carl and Sue Miller. In Memory of John E. Veerkamp by Rita Veerkamp. A sincere Thank You to everyone who made a donation to the Christmas Flowers Fund.

St. Vincent Christmas Poinsettias Offering in Memory Of

In Memory of Donna Belle and Joe Beyer, Bernard and Bertie Beyer, Leo and Justine Beyer by Andy Bill and Heather Beyer. In Memory of Carol Browning by Ron Browning. In Memory of Vernabelle Bornhorst and Philomena Bogemann by Jim and Deb Bogemann. In Memory of Kenneth and Thelma Wheeler by Earlene Wheeler. In Memory of the Aldridge and Rosenfeld Families by Carol Shaw. In Memory of Anna and Cletus Luther by Christina Horbert. In Memory of Kenny and Clara Winkler by Steve and Peggy McCracken. In Memory of Bryce Jay Hurst by Brian and Pat Heahl. In Memory of Luci Smearing and Adeline Miller by Michael and Jonita Miller. In Memory of Fred and Anna Mae Zinser by Larry and Mary Jo Rife. In Memory of Tony, George, Omer and Helen Lux and Larry Fair by Jerry and Linda Stewart. In Memory of Russell Kelsay, Herman and Leona Gilles and Family by Jean Kelsay. In Memory of Judy Runnebohm by Nick Runnebohm. In Memory of Richard Schoentrup and Renee Kenniger by Janet Schoentrup. In Memory of Dennis and Anna Bell Haehl and Denny Haehl by Margaret Haehl.

United Catholic Appeal-- Go Make Disciples

All St. Joseph and St. Vincent parishioners, please fill out your Intention Cards and put then in the collection basket or you may mail them to the Archdiocese. It matters that you return your card. God appreciates all you do.



Open Adoration Hours

We need the following hours filled: Sat. at 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00pm Thurs. at 9:00pm Please call Jim if you can take one of these hours at 317-850-5248.

Chapel of Divine Mercy Weather Policy

Closing the chapel due to bad weather will be based solely on the weather conditions and WILL NOT be linked to school closing. Please call the chapel hotline phone number at 317-835-9092 if you are questioning if it is open or closed, and a recording will let you know the status.

Upon closing the chapel, the next 10 or so adorers will be called. Then, upon reopening the chapel, the next 10 or so adorers will be called.

If you need emergency coverage due to bad weather, call Jim Kozinski at 317-850-5248 for English or Angelica Tellez at 317-512-3825 for Spanish.

March for Life—Jan. 23-25, 2020

WHO: All high schoolers at SJ and SV

WHAT: March for Life 2020! This is a life-changing pilgrimage that includes the 46th Rally & March for Life, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the Capitol, Holocaust Museum, Smithsonian Museums, Lincoln Memori-al, Supreme Court, Geaux Forth Youth Rally, nightly prayer and youth ministry, and more!

WHEN: Leaving around 6:00pm on Wed., Jan 22 and returning around 5:00am on Sat., Jan 25.

WHERE: Washington, D.C.

WHY: Take a stand for life! This event is on help on the Friday closest to the anniversary of Roe vs. Wade, the tragic Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion. This is the biggest civil rights and moral issue of our day!

HOW: $150 includes motor coach transportation, overnight accommodations, some meals, and activities and admissions.

REGISTER: Sign up by talking to Fr. Mike or Billy Cross.

Lights of Christmas—Dec. 29

Mark your calendars! The Batesville Deanery welcomes you and your loved ones to tour the 19 beautifully decorated churches of our Deanery from 1:00-5:00pm on Sunday, December 29th. Bask in the sacred spaces of our adored Savior dressed in their finest during this Christmas season. Addresses are as follows: All Saints Parish – St. John Campus, 5743 St. Rt. 1,

Guilford, IN

All Saints Parish – St. Paul Campus, 9788 N. Dearborn Rd., Guilford, IN

All Saints Parish – St. Martin Campus, 8044 Yorkridge Rd., Guilford, IN

All Saints Parish – St. Joseph Campus, 7536 Church Ln., West Harrison, IN

Holy Family Parish – 22154 Main St., Oldenburg, IN

Immaculate Conception Parish – 2081 E. Co. Rd. 820 S., Greensburg, IN

St. Anthony of Padua Parish – 4773 E. Morris Church St., Morris, IN

St. Catherine of Siena Parish – 9995 E. Base Rd., Greensburg, IN

St. Charles Borromeo Parish – 213 Ripley St., Milan, IN

St. John the Baptist Parish – 331 S. Buckeye St., Osgood, IN

St. Joseph Parish – 125 E. Broadway, Shelbyville, IN

St. Lawrence Parish – 542 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg, IN

St. Louis Parish – 13 St. Louis Pl., Batesville, IN

St. Mary Immaculate Conception – 203 Fourth St., Aurora, IN

St. Mary Parish – 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg, IN

St. Maurice Parish – 8874 Harrison St., Napoleon, IN

St. Michael Parish – 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville, IN

St. Nicholas Parish – 6461 E. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman, IN

St. Peter Parish – 1207 East Rd., Brookville, IN

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish – 23455 Gavin Lane, Lawrenceburg, IN

St. Vincent de Paul Parish – 4218 E. Michigan Rd., Shelbyville, IN

The Oratory of Saints Philomena & Cecilia – 16194 St. Mary’s Rd., Brookville, IN

Thank You to Our Carolers

Many thanks to our youth who went to visit many of our shut-ins and nursing homes nearby. Thank you for serving our sick and shut-in parishioners and spreading JOY!

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