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FROM THE PASTOR

We continue to be blessed by parishioners responding to the call to stewardship. We had an energetic follow-up meeting of our stewardship campaign leadership team to discuss where we have been and where we need to go. We will be doing some follow-up on parishioner financial commitments, but we will be shifting our focus to parishioner time and talent commitments and cultivating parishioner involvement in our parish, Church, and community. We ask all of our stewardship campaign callers to attend a follow-up meeting on Thu. Dec. 2 at 8:00 p.m. in the Newman Center. We have 374 financial commitments that total $637,762 in pledges providing an average of $1,705 per pledge.

Lord, what do you want to do through me to fulfill Your will for Your Church?

FROM FR. ZIMMER:

“Thank you, and thank you again,” repeated Archbishop Thomas Gullickson on the eve and day of his ordination at our Cathedral. His heart seemed to be overflowing with gratitude; it flowed over for me, too. What a privilege—to be part of such a beautiful event! Several things struck me:
1) The Church is big—universal (catholic)—and what an honor for our Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls, to give one of our own to the Church beyond our borders (diplomatic service for the people of the Antilles).
2) As I met old friends and new, I saw again the beauty of the people of our Diocese.
3) It brought back many memories (Archbishop Gullickson is my classmate) which filled me with wonder and awe at how God acts in our history—individually and as Church.
4) “Hasten the coming of the day of God” is the motto Archbishop Gullickson chose. It’s from 2 Peter 3:12. The season of Advent (“coming”) gives us the chance, rather than passively waiting, to hurry Christ’s coming—“Come, Lord Jesus!”

RCIA CORNER
What is the “Rite of Acceptance”?
It is the way we formally accept those who are seeking Baptism into the “Order of Catechumens” and those who are baptized into “candidacy for full Communion with the Catholic Church.
When will this happen?
Next Saturday, November 27, at the 5:00pm Mass. After Mass we will have a reception at Sacred Heart Rectory.
What is the main symbol of the “Rite of Acceptance”?
There are two: 1) the people (candidates, sponsors, all of us); 2) the cross. The catechumens will be given the sign of the cross.
Why will the catechumens and candidates be sent away from Mass after the homily from now on?
Certainly not because they are unwelcome-just the opposite! They will go, with leaders from our parish, to reflect more deeply on the Scriptures. We want to prepare them for the day when they will share the Eucharist with us. This “dismissal and breaking open of the Word” will happen every weekend from now until Easter.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

PARISH HAPPENINGS:

Thanks to all who gave to the Church for its many needs. Following is this week’s contributions.
Past week Contribution: $10,866.80

CFSA: Pledged: $88,962.50 Paid: $85,448.01
NOVEMBER PAYMENTS ARE DUE NOW!

BAPTISM CLASS – will be held on Tuesday of this week at 7:00 p.m. in the rectory basement. This is a change from the regularly scheduled class on Thursday because of the Thanksgiving holiday.

EXTRAORDINARY EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: We need to have a mandatory training for all ministers to implement changes including the new General Instruction of the Roman Missal. All present and new volunteers can attend the meeting either Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m. or Monday, December 6th at 7:00 p.m. We will be using a handbook for the training that should be read before the meeting. Please pick up one book per household in the sacristy and sign your name. If you cannot attend either of these sessions for a serious reason, please contact Fr. Simon. This is an important office of immense love. Thank you for your willingness to serve Christ by handling His Body with utmost respect and attention to detail.

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE – The Social Concerns committee will again sponsor our Thanksgiving food drive this year to help stock our parish pantry as well as help serve the community at-large. Non-perishable items can be brought to the church entrances from Thanksgiving Day Mass through Sunday, November 28th. The committee will sort the donations at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 28th in the rectory basement. Please join us if you are able to come. Your help is greatly appreciated.

ADVENT BABY SHOWER – Again, this year we will set-up a crib in the church to collect new baby items for our Advent Baby Shower. Please help us support these new lives by donating unwrapped gifts of clothing, diapers, toys, and blankets.

HAT/SCARF COLLECTION – We are also collecting new hats and scarves to distribute to those in need during the cold winter months. This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone who knits or crochets to share their talents. Please hang your donations on the donation tree.

BAND 10 MEETING
Monday, November 22nd at the Newman Center - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (prayer, soup and business); Points of Interest: Family Advent Party, Caring Hands Program Craft, Fund raiser: Spring Alter Society Retreat? -- please bring additional ideas; Elected officers: Promoter -- Jackie Braun, Vice President -- Patti Martin, Secretary -- Tami Kost, and Treasurer -- Amy Zimmerman, 1620 12th Ave. SE, Aberdeen

You can mail your dues to Amy if you would like to be a member and receive our flyers. Dues are $15. Call Jackie B. 226-3649 or e-mail her at braunjack@nrctv.com if you will be joining us. Please join us for our next gathering!

STEWARDSHIP CALLERS FOLLOW-UP MEETING
At the capital stewardship campaign follow-up meeting we discussed the need for following up with our callers. We will have a meeting on Thu., Dec. 2 at 8:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room at the St. Thomas Aquinas Newman Center across from NSU campus. We encourage all callers to attend.

ESTATE PLANNING: Many families have willed their homes, vacation homes, or other real estate to their parish or Roncalli, some with the provision of living in those homes until death. Consult an attorney to see if this gift option might benefit you and your estate.

BISHOP CARLSON’S MOTHER – We express sympathy to Bishop Robert Carlson, whose mother, Jeanne Carlson, died November 5th in the Twin Cities. Her funeral was Monday, November 8th. You may wish to send Bishop a card at: 523 North Duluth Avenue, Sioux Falls SD 57104-2714.

TIME FOR A NEW CHURCH DIRECTORY!
Bremer Photography will be creating the directory for us this year. They will be contacting each parishioner by telephone or mail to schedule a free appointment. Each family or individual taking the picture is entitled to a free 8x10 portrait as well as a free copy of the directory. The directory will be published in August 2005.

The photographs will be taken at the Bremer Photography Studio, which is located on 834 S Park Street, just 2 blocks south of Steak & Buffet. If you require a specific time, such as evening or weekend, or when the kids are home from college, please call them as soon as you can to schedule your free appointment at 229-0363.

YOUTH MINISTRY:(Darby Helms)

Old Fashion Turkey Shoot – The youth going on the World Youth Day (WYD) trip next summer are sponsoring an Old Fashion Turkey Shoot on Sunday, November 21st. Bingo will run from 5-8pm at Roncalli High School with soup and sandwiches being offered. Plan to join us for the chance to win your Thanksgiving turkey!

Christmas Greens – The greens are here!! If you haven’t already picked up your order, they will be available by calling Darby at 622-3139. Thank you to everyone that placed an order!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/CCD: (Darby Helms)

There is NO CCD CLASS this week because of the Thanksgiving holiday. May your time of giving thanks be greatly blessed.

Also, there is NO CLASS on Wednesday, Dec. 1st as the teachers will be having a meeting.

There is NO SUNDAY SCHOOL next Sunday, Nov. 28th, because of the Thanksgiving holiday. May God bless your travels and time with family.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Are you interested in becoming involved in a pro-life, pro-family, and pro-church men’s organization? Consider joining the Knights of Columbus. For more information call Barry Eske at 225-8776

RONCALLI NOVEMBER 22-27

Tue. 23 RHS Mass 9:50 a.m

Wed. 24 RES Mass 12:10 p.m.
RPS Mass 12:10 p.m.

Thur.25 NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving

Fri. 26 NO SCHOOL

RONCALLI CONTEST: This is actually a contest with winners, but no prizes. Here is the theme: "Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind, body, and soul. How do we live our mission in the Aberdeen Catholic Schools?" Contestants will write a brief Radio Public Service Announcement (30seconds). You may e-mail me your entry @ pgallagher@midco.net. Thanks.

SCRIPTURE READINGS/PRAYERS FOR THE WEEK
Mon: Rv 14:1-3,4b-5 Ps 24:1-6 Lk 21:1-4
         Pray for all musicians on this Feast of St. Cecilia.
Tues. Rv 14:14-19 Ps 96:10-13 Lk 21:5-11
         Pray for all Missionaries throughout the world.
Wed: Rv 15:1-4 Ps 98:1-3,7-9 Lk 21:12-19
         Pray that we may forgive others as the Lord forgives us.
Thur: Rv 18:1-2,21-23;19:1-3,9a Ps 100:2-5 Lk 21:20-28
         Pray in Thanksgiving to God for all our blessings.
Fri:     Rv 20:1-4,11-21:2 Ps 84:3-6,8 Lk 21:29-33
         Pray for all those most in need and have no one to pray for them.
Sat.:    Rv 22:1-7 Ps 95:1-7 Lk 21:34-36
         Pray for the members of Sacred Heart Parish.
Sun: Is 2:1-5 Ps 122:1-2,4-9 Rom 13:11-14a Mt 24:37- 44
         Pray for all children, step-children & grandchildren

INTER-PARISH

PERPETUAL ADORATION: We have one-hour openings on Mondays from 7-8 a.m., Fridays from 9-10 p.m. or 11-12 p.m. and on Saturdays from 11-12 p.m. Substitutes are needed for snow birds. Call Rita at 229-1432 or Ed at 225-5341.

FAMILY ROSARY will be held November 23rd at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church.

ST. AUGUSTINE – BOWDLE – is hosting Fr. Titus Kieninger (of the Santa Cruz Fathers). He will be leading an Advent day of reflection, on Saturday, December 4th titled “The Holy Angels and Their Role in God’s Plan.” There will be Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Confession, along with three conferences by Fr. Titus. There is no sign-up fee. Please pre-register by November 30th by calling the parish at 605-285-6466 to inform them of who is coming so they can prepare for a lunch (free-will offering). There will be other talks given as well. Please call St. Augustine’s parish for those times (605-285-6466).

STEWARDSHIP SCRIPTURAL MESSAGE
“Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:6-8)

BETTER HEALTH WITH BARBARA

More info on PREVENTION of the “flu”: 1) Hand washing/ use of alcohol based hand rubs 2) Practice healthy life style: get good night’s sleep; eat balanced diet; keep fit & strong with regular exercise 3)***Stay home when you are sick*** 4) Cover your cough: use a disposable tissue to cover your mouth/nose & dispose of them in the trash—don’t leave them lying around 5) Drink plenty of fluids 6) Keep your hands away from your face! This allows the transfer of germs 7) De-stress yourself---be smart but don’t stress over the “flu” 8) Tune up your personal relationship with the Lord! Find peace & comfort in prayer. What if we get sick? Next week……
I am wishing our parish family a very thankful, meaningful & safe Thanksgiving Holiday! God bless our family gatherings! Barbara

UPCOMING
Grieving Through the Holidays—as we lovingly reach out to those grieving the loss of a loved one during this time of year, we are planning an evening program on Dec. 7th at the Newman Center on the NSU campus. Call Barbara for more information

THANKSGIVING DAY PRAYER
Great God, giver of all good gifts, we ask You , above all, on the Thanksgiving Day, to give us truly grateful hearts. May we give thanks for the beauty all around us, in Your creation, in our relationships, in our families, and in our workplaces. May we never take for granted the daily gifts of good food and good friends, but always enjoy them with thanksgiving.

Thank You, too, for the comfort of our homes and for the blessings of our family life. And though we sometimes feel the heavy weight of our burdens and cares, thank You for the grace to see them through. When we come to the end of this day, and every day thereafter, may our hearts still be grateful and our prayer full of thanksgiving. Amen

Tue. 23	RHS Mass 9:50 a.m
Wed. 24	RES Mass 12:10 p.m. RPS Mass 12:10 p.m.
Thur.25	NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving
Fri. 26	NO SCHOOL