EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

After the 8AM Mass on Fridays in the chapel

ROSARY

11:30AM Marian Holy Hour w/ Rosary on Monday.

7:00 PM Fatima Prayer Group on Monday

After the 6:45 AM and 8 AM Masses Monday thru Friday and after the 8 AM Mass on Saturday.

MOMS and children ROSARY GROUP starting on August 31^st, will meet every Friday from 10AM to 11:30AM.  Call MaryAnn at 922-3461 before you come for the first time

SUNDAY, AUGUST 26

Adult Volunteers: Candy Bushman, Julie Ashe

Designate a gift to Saint Antoninus Church in your will and give witness to your faith. 

Dear Parishioners,

     In popular piety, the month of August is devoted to the Most Holy Eucharist. Therefore, it is worth considering the liturgical act of receiving Holy Communion.  First, I would like to say that we "receive" communion and not merely "take" It; to my way of thinking "receive" implies a gift freely given; "take" implies that we have a right to it.  We have no "right" to anything the Lord has done for us; He laid down his life freely which he left us as a memorial in the Eucharist; no one took it from him (see John 10:18).  Second, among other things, the Code of Canon law defines "communion" as sharing in the one faith, sacraments and ecclesiastical governance (see Canon 205).  That, in part, explains why we receive communion from another and not merely help ourselves to It.  Every five years, a bishop goes to Rome to express his communion with the Pope.  Every year, at the Chrism Mass, priests renew their communion with the diocesan bishop.  At every Mass, the priest receives first in order to complete the Sacrifice of the Mass; in turn, the other ministers receive from him and then, the faithful from them.  In that way, we express liturgically what it means to be in "holy communion": faith (expressed in the Creed), sacraments (all seven of them) and ecclesiastical governance (recognize the headship of the Pope and our archbishop).  Third, holy communion is a gift of the Holy Spirit to His Church to make us one in mind and heart (Acts 4:32) As St. Augustine urged his hearers on the Eucharist, may we became what we receive: Holy Communion.

-- Rev. Christopher R. Armstrong

LOURDES UPDATE

      It is not to late to join this wonderful pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady’s Immaculate Conception, please make your deposit for the trip ASAP.  For info call Best Catholic Pilgrimages at 1-800-908-BEST.  Contact the rectory during office hours for a brochure listing the itinerary.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process by which adults formally prepare for Baptism, or, for those already baptized, for reception into full communion with the Catholic Church.  If you know a family member, a friend, a co-worker or a neighbor who would like an invitation to the RCIA, please phone Deacon Bob Schroeder at 922-4759.

“Those who have taught many to do what is right, will shine like the stars forever.” Daniel 12:3. Catholic Inter-City Schools Education Fund (CISE) envelopes will be in the pews this weekend of August 18 & 19.  Drop your donation in the collection basket or at the rectory office.   Thank you for your generosity.

BIGGS and KROGER GIFT CARDS are on sale in the church elevator hallway after all weekend Masses and at the rectory, M-F from 8AM to 3 PM.

AN AUGUST CHRISTMAS

        The Food Pantry at St. Vincent de Paul is in need of food donations of canned or dry goods.  The barrel will be in the elevator room this week.

ORIENTATION ON THE CHILD PROTECTION DECREE

The dates for the orientation meetings on the decree on child protection will be held at St. Antoninus in the Holy Family Room on the following dates 7:30 PM September 20; 7:30 PM October 17;   1PM November 15; 7:30PM January 24, 2008;  1PM February 20, 2008; 7:30PM April 9, 2008.

PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) for students (1 thru 12) who attend public schools, will begin on Sunday, September 16^th. Registration forms are in the greeting room.  For info call Deacon Bob Schroeder at 922-4759.

FROM OUR PRINCIPAL, MR. JACK COREY

Dear Parishioners,

     Our school office is open for regular hours now from 7:30AM -2:30PM. 

     Over the summer we made a couple of changes to our faculty.  In July, we hired Mrs. Joyce Lewis for our newly created Spanish position.  Joyce has had experience teaching English in Eastern Europe, English as a Second Language in the state of Washington, and most recently Spanish at Mercy High School.  This summer Mr. Deimling was offered a position closer to home that allowed him to take his son to work with him.  We wish Mr. Deimling the best.  At press time we were still interviewing candidates to fill the P.E. vacancy.

      Important dates this week are Tuesday, the 21^st, for the first all faculty meeting of the year.  We will have an all day in-service.  On the 22^nd at 9:00am we have our orientation for kindergarteners, 1^st graders, and any other students new to St. Antoninus.  Thursday, August 23^rd, is our first day of school.

As we prepare to start school please keep us in your prayers. 

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY YOUTH VOLUNTEER POLICY for August 25^th

Under 14:  Not allowed on site during construction.

Ages14 & 15 can help with landscaping and clean up at the end of the build, and must have adult chaperone supervision.

Ages 16 & 17 can help with construction, but are not allowed to operate power tools, work on roof, or work on scaffolding.  There must be one adult chaperone/supervisor per each 5 youth.

Ages 18 & up can join any crew if approved by Construction Site Coordinator.

If you volunteered with your son or daughter and this policy causes a change in your plans, please contact Deacon Bob at 922-4759.

Construction rules do not apply to students who are providing lunch for Habitat volunteers. Students younger than 16 may help bring and serve lunch at the work site.  St. Antoninus will provide lunch on Saturday, August 25.  Call Julie Heil at 922-3848 to sign up. 

LADIES FELLOWSHIP DAY on Saturday, November 17^th, from 8AM to 3PM. More info and reservations forms will be available soon!

YOUTH CLUB SIGN-UPS for all Confirmed Junior High and High School parishioners will be after all Masses on August 25 and 26 Membership fee is $10.

PARENT MEETING FOR YOUTH CLUB will be on Wednesday, August 29 at 7PM in the undercroft.

PTO PRESIDENTS’ REPORT:

     We would like to thank everyone for their time and support during the 2006-2007 school year.  The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) was able to contribute a great deal of financial support to our School and Parish.  Our two largest fundraisers, the Magazine Drive and Jog-A-Thon (with Mr. Corey receiving his “summer hairdo”), jointly raised more than $43,000. 

       PTO sponsored the annual Family Fun Night, a New Year’s Eve Party, the Olympic Day festivities for our students, contributed funds to the tuition assistance program, and the parish picnic.  We purchased furniture for a second computer lab, books for the school library, and other items for our parish school.  We assist with funding for the school technology program, sponsored field trips for the students, and provided training and supply money to our teachers, as well as copier subsidy monies, flowers for some special occasions in our Church, and fulfilled other financial obligations and requests.

       Our membership provided hundreds of volunteer hours to our church and school which included lunchroom and playground duty, the Everybody Counts Program, Art Programs, Grandparents Day, our School Open House, St. Antoninus Feast Day commemoration, and set/costume design for our school Christmas and Spring shows. We are deeply indebted to all our volunteers and credit them all for our many successes.

        We welcome Maria Allen and Joan Berning as Co-Presidents of PTO for the 2007-2008 school year.  They are joined by Co-Treasurers, Gwen Bender and Patti Brunst, and Lisa Reiter as Secretary.  Currently, our Vice Presidency positions are still vacant; we hope someone will step forward to offer their time and talent by assuming these positions.

       Again, thank you for your support during the past year.  It has been our pleasure to serve the St. Antoninus community.

Patti Brunst and Lisa Egner, Co-Presidents, 06-07

The St. Antoninus PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) currently has the Vice-President position open on the PTO Board. Anyone interested in this position, please contact Maria Allen at 922-2493 or Joan Berning at 451-2427. This can be filled by 1 or 2 adults. The PTO is a vital part of the St. Antoninus community. Please consider volunteering to take a more active role in your PTO. Thank you.

VOLLEYBALL SIGNUPS for girls in the 4^th grade and up, call Mary Nie at 451-4490.  Coaches are still needed.

HOLY SPIRIT PRAYER GROUP

      Do you know how God expects you to use your talents?  Are you using your gifts so as to enrich your faith life?  On Tuesday, Kathy O’Connor will present her witness concerning her discernment of a new direction for her life. Enrolled in a Masters of Theology program at the Athenaeum she anticipates being able to teach and counsel religious personnel, thus trying to fulfill God’s plan for her life.  Hear how she has been led to this is a fascinating story. In the chapel at 7:30 PM.

Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center will have Rosary and Mass starting at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, August 22.

ATTN: ENGAGED AND MARRIED COUPLES 

      Natural Family Planning Classes will be held at Mercy Western Hills Hospital on Wednesday, September 5 at 7 PM.  To register call, John and Mary DuMont at 661-6928.

LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR will be held on seven consecutive Wednesday evenings starting on September 12 through Oct 24, from 7:30 to 9 PM in St. Ignatius Hilvert Center.  No charge for the seminar, but a donation of $5.00 is requested to cover the cost of materials.  For info or to register call 471-5483.

CATHOLIC ALUMNI SINGLES CLUB is welcoming new members. We are a local affiliate of Catholic Alumni Clubs International. As part of a national network of single, professional Catholics, we sponsor spiritual, cultural, charitable and social events that makes us one of the most unique  "Single's Clubs" in the archdiocese. For info, call Bill at 539-9525 or Andi at 513-821-2440 or ARBAndi@cinci.rr.com or www.caci.org.

Did you hear? Sacred Heart Radio is the new home of Elder High School Football Games AND Channel 9’s Brian Patrick will host Sacred Heart Radio’s new Son Rise Morning Show! Catch the first Elder game, Saturday, August 25^th at 8pm.  SHR’s Son Rise Morning Show premiers Tuesday, September 4^th, from 6-8 AM!  Start your day with Sacred Heart Radio 740 AM!

SAN ANTONIO SPAGHETTI DINNER is scheduled for September 9, from noon until 7pm in San Antonio Hall. Dinners are $7 Adults; $4 Children 12 & under. Carryouts available. Questions? Call 921-1044 or 481-4584.

ST. ANTONINUS SCHOOL

ENDOWMENT FUND

        Since July 31, 2006 we received $245,137.93 in gifts and interest to our school Endowment Fund. This brings our current balance of the Fund to $864.183.41 as of August 2, 2007.