St. Thomas More Catholic Student Parish

St. Thomas More Catholic Student Parish PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We, the people of St. Thomas More Parish, gifted and led by the Holy Spirit, are called to build up the kingdom of God among the college communities of Kalamazoo. Diverse, yet one, we are called to be the Body of Christ, to praise and worship our Heavenly Father, to proclaim God s Word, to love and serve others, especially the poor and neglected. We welcome all into our parish family who wish to share in this mission. 421 Monroe Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 Phone (269) 381-8917 Fax (269) 381-0195 e-mail: sttoms@sttomskazoo.org website: http://www.sttomskazoo.org MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday 5:15 p.m. SACRAMENTAL CELEBRATIONS RECONCILIATION Call the parish office to set an appointment BAPTISM AND MARRIAGE Call the parish office for more information. Please note that the period of marriage preparation is at least six months. If you know of anyone who is sick or homebound, please call the parish office. PASTORAL ASSISTANCE Staff members are available for appointments. Please call the parish office at 381-8917 or call Catholic Charities at 381-9800 Office Located at 1333 W. Lovell Street Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m (Closed Noon - 1:00 p.m. daily) Dave Chadderdon - Pastoral Counselor ext. 224 Michele Cretsinger - Parish Secretary, Bulletin Editor ext. 261 Philip Dezern - Social Justice Coordinator ext. 262 Lisa LeVasseur - Campus Minister ext. 272 Vicki Matunas - Director of Music Ministry ext. 270 Sister Pam Owens, CSJ - Pastoral Associate, RCIA, Liturgical Ministries ext. 273 Martha Reid - Financial Secretary ext. 266 Father Ken Schmidt - Pastor ext. 264 Deacon joe schmitt - Pastoral Associate, Marriage and Baptismal Preparation, ext. 274 Deacon Frank Sila - Pastoral Associate, Hospital, Homebound, Jail Ministries ext. 278 Lyle Smith - Physical Plant Director ext. 234 FAITH FORMATION Joint programs hosted by St Joseph Parish, 936 Lake Street Jason Aiello - (269-343-6256) Faith Formation for grades Pre-K - 12 and families Philip Dezern (269-381-8917) ext. 262; Youth Ministry for middle school & high school students

ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC STUDENT PARISH SACRAMENTAL LIFE Congratulations to Zoey Antoinette Zoulek daughter of Anthony and Jennifer Carter Thomas Decker son of Matthew and Farrah who were baptized here at St. Tom s last weekend. BAPTISM Parents and godparents are expected to participate in a class before the celebration of this sacrament. Call the parish office at 381-8917 for more information about baptism and baptism classes. The next baptism class is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. MARRIAGE PREPARATION Couples planning to marry within the next year should plan on attending a meeting. To register call the parish office at 269-381-8917. The next class will meet on Sunday, November 1 at 12:45 p.m. WE WELCOME TO OUR RCIA GATHERINGS those who may interested in becoming Catholic and want to learn about the faith and Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. You may call the office for further information, 269-381-8917 ext. 273 or simply come to our meetings on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00. MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 6:00 p.m. People of the parish SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:30 a.m. Gordon Selkirk requested by Yvonne Selkirk 11:30 a.m. Marc Abueva requested by Mom & Dad 6:00 p.m. For the deceased clergy who have served the Diocese of Kalamazoo MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 5:15 p.m. Julian N. Trivers requested by Irene & Stephen Trivers TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 5:15 p.m. Roy Doctor father of Rev. Daniel Doctor WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 St. Callistus I 5:15 p.m. for Grief Share Participants THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 St. Teresa of Jesus 5:15 p.m. Communion Service FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 St. Hedwig, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque 5:15 p.m. Chuck Shoemaker grandfather of Lexie Shoemaker SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 St. Ignatius of Antioch 6:00 p.m. People of the parish SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:30 a.m. Jerry & Judy Bohl 50th Wedding Anniversary requested by Maggie Ebrite 11:30 a.m. Jackie Rice requested by Jim & Sue (Henkes) Skora 6:00 p.m. Bishop Paul J. Bradley s Birthday KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN SCRIPTURE READINGS MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Monday: Romans 1:1-7 Luke 11:29-32 Tuesday: Romans 1:16-25 Luke 11:37-41 Wednesday: Romans 2:1-11 Luke 11:42-46 Thursday: Romans 3:21-30 Luke 11:47-54 Friday: Romans 4:1-8 Luke 12:1-7 Saturday: Romans 4:13, 16-18 Luke 12:8-12 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Isaiah 53:10-11 Hebrews 4:14-16 Mark 10:35-45 THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 9:30 a.m. Nursery 9:30 a.m. Children & Worship 3:30-5:00 p.m. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous 7:00 p.m. Sunday Supper MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 1:00 p.m. Issues 6:00 p.m. Meditation and Centering Prayer 6:45 p.m. JustFaith 7:00 p.m. Men s Group 7:00 p.m. Sr. Pam Class 7:30 p.m. Student Ministry Team Meeting TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 9:30 a.m. Yoga 12:00 p.m. AA/Al Anon 6:30 p.m. JustFaith small group 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Prayer 7:00 p.m. RCIA WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 6:00 p.m. More at Midweek (away) 6:30 p.m. Baptism Class THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 9:30 a.m. Yoga 5:30 p.m. Women s Group Brown Bag Bible Study 7:00-9:00 p.m. Grief Share 7:00 p.m. Young Disciples 7:00 p.m. JustFaith Core Committee Meeting FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 9:30-11:30 a.m. Grief Share 12:00 p.m. AA/Al Anon 12:00 p.m. OA 7:00 p.m. Rudi Siebert Class SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 8:00 a.m. Women s AA 8:30-10:00 a.m. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous 11:00 a.m. AA 4:45 p.m. St. Lucy Ministry SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 9:30 a.m. Nursery 9:30 a.m. Children & Worship 3:30-5:00 p.m. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous 7:00 p.m. Sunday Supper

TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 11, 2015 CHILDREN AND WORSHIP Saturday, November 14 8:00 am 4:00 pm Living in God s Unconditional Love Facilitated by Rev. Jim Dyke Cost: $35.00 (financial aid available) LOOK FOR FLYER IN THE NARTHEX. COLLEGE STUDENT NEWS MOREAT MIDWEEK EVERY WEDNESDAY Please meet us promptly BEFORE 6:00 pm in the church parking lot so we can leave at 6:00 to carpool out to Hackett Catholic Prep for Virtus Training from 6:30 to 9:00. We will complete the training required by the Diocese of Kalamazoo to work with children, so that we will be ready for our November service project. No praise and worship or pizza this week. SUNDAY SUPPER Join us for FREE Sunday Supper following 6:00 pm Mass, which our permanent residents prepare and serve for you. Good food and fellowship. VAN TRANSPORTATION If you live on Western s campus, you can catch a free ride to St. Tom s for the Sunday evening Masses and supper. Our white van provides free transportation from the Valley resident halls and the Bernhard Center. Check the college student page on our website at www.sttomskazoo.org for times and places to meet the van and for more information about St. Tom s. COLLEGE STUDENTS, JOIN US OCTOBER 28 at 7:30 pm for Praise and Worship, followed at 8:15 with FREE pizza and a Children and Worship is a program for 3-7 year old children, intended to help children fall in love with God and to help them to understand how much God loves them. Children and Worship is offered the first 3 Sundays of each month during the 9:30am Mass. If you are interested in helping with the program, please email Shawna Gallagher, Shawna.gallagher@stryker.com. or complete the registration form you will find in the narthex. HERE AT ST. TOM S JOIN SR. PAM S THEOLOGY COURSE entitled, What you always wanted to know about the Catechism but were afraid to ask, on Mondays from 7:00-8:30 in the worship space. It may be helpful to have a copy of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. MEN S GROUP St. Tom s Men s Group will meet Monday evening, October 12 at 7:00 in the Bronco meeting room. All the men of the parish are invited to join us for thoughtful discussion of the weekend readings and other spiritual works. THE YOUNG DISCIPLES meet every Thursday at 7:00 pm (September - December; January - April) in the Hornet room. This group is geared towards adults and graduate students in their 20's and 30's wishing to explore and deepen their understanding of Catholicism. Our goal is to help each other grow closer to God and the community as the body of Christ. Questions? Please contact Franco at franco.fabiilli@gmail.com. DR. RUDI SIEBERT SERIES October 9, 16 and 23 Dr. Siebert will offer a 3 night series here at St. Tom s, titled Pope Francis and the Canonization of Arch Bishop Romero: Toward a New Liberation Theology", 7:00-9:00 p.m. ISSUES GROUP The Issues Group meets each Monday, but what is the Issues Group? It is a thoughtful, open discussion of issues concerning faith, church direction, or whatever question or concerns you may wish to bring forward. Please join us in the Cougar Room on Mondays at 1:00 pm for an hour of informed and inspirational dialogue. SILENT PRAYER AND MEDITATION Mondays, 6:00-6:40 pm in the Chapel, Mary Mother of the Poor. Need some quiet prayer time? Join us for a brief devotional reading followed by 25 minutes of prayer & meditation in shared silence. EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF YOGA Reduce stress, improve awareness, posture, strength, balance and flexibility. Uniting body, mind and spirit with instructor Gena Pezzoli. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 am. Bring a yoga mat if you have one. Suggested donation of $5-$10. in the social hall with Disko Dave. COSTUMES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED ST. LUCY MINISTRY meets on the first and third Saturday from 4:45 to 5:45 for sharing, crafting and prayer. Join us Saturday, October 17 in the Chapel Mary Mother of the Poor. This ministry provides items of comfort or warmth for those in need in our community and beyond.

ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC STUDENT PARISH KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN TOILET PAPER MINISTRY WE SET ANOTHER RECORD! St. Tom s contributed 2181 rolls of toilet paper for the poor to the Mobile Food Initiative for the September distribution at St. Andrews. This is 722 more rolls than we contributed in August. I wish we could report that this wiped out the problem, but that s not the case. Keep those donations coming. Please place your paper donations in the box in the narthex. Or you can place a check in the collection basket made out to St. Thomas More with a note on the memo line that it is for Toilet Paper Ministry. We ll be sure to get the most product for your money. ARE YOU SPONSORING A STUDENT IN OUR SALVADORAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM? THERE S STILL TIME TO WRITE A LETTER. The students really look forward to getting a letter. They like to hear about our families and what we are doing but when writing keep in mind they live in extremely poor conditions. A short note or card is good. If it needs translating we will need them soon. Questions call Michele at the parish office, 269-381-8917 or email michele@sttomskazoo.org. FAMILY PERSPECTIVE Having possessions is an illusion. In today s gospel Jesus told the young man to give up his need to control and put his trust in God. He couldn t let go! In families our need to control destroys relationships. We can lead, teach and encourage, but we can t control anyone but ourselves Thank you for your continued support of this important ministry. SOCIAL JUSTICE The Social Justice program a combined effort of St Joseph and St. Thomas More Parishes. We encourage all parish members to participate. These programs though are not limited to parish members. ALL ARE WELCOME!!! No matter what church you attend, or even if you attend church. For information on Social Justice functions contact Philip Dezern at philipdezern@gmail.com MORNING SOCIAL JUSTICE BIBLE STUDY is planned for October 13, 27, November 3, 17 at St. Joseph Church Library, from 10:00-11:00 am. PROJECT CONNECT October 14 from Noon to 4:00 p.m.. Contact Joe Schmitt for more information at jhschmitt@charter.net OCTOBER 20 AT ST. JOSEPH CHURCH we will be presenting from ESPN the video "The 16th Man". This video and discussion will take place from 6:30-8:30 pm. This video is about Nelson Mandela and his work with South Africa placed in the context of his work with the Rugby team. Open to anyone grade 8 - any age adult. OCTOBER 21, MICHIGAN UNITED STAFF will present at St. Thomas More Church from 6:30-7:15 pm. Come hear about the important work they are doing, and what you can do to help them! EVENING SOCIAL JUSTICE BIBLE STUDY is planned for the following Wednesday nights from 6-6:45 pm. October 28, December 2, February 24, March 30, and May 4. Next weekend we will celebrate World Mission Sunday. This year we are invited to support the 1,150 of the youngest dioceses in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of La n America and Europe. Please keep the Missions in your prayers and please be generous in next weekend s collec on for the Society of the Propaga on on the Faith. ST. TOM S NEEDS MUSICIANS!! Singers, guitarists, percussionists if you have a love of music and a gift you would like to share, please consider joining Music Ministry. It s not a huge commitment. We rehearse one hour prior to each weekend mass. Contact Vicki Matunas, Director of Music Ministry at (269) 381-8917 or (269) 370-3303. Email: vicki@sttomskazoo.org or vmatunas@yahoo.com.

TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 11, 2015 YOUTH MINISTRY High School Youth come watch movies, eat, and talk November 7-8 we are having our HS Movie Retreat at Pretty Lake Camp. We will watch movies and then talk about them in the context of faith. Movies we are watching include... Apollo 13, Field of Dreams, Hunt for Red October, Runaway Jury, Quiz Show, Big Fat Greek Wedding, Legend of Bagger Vance, Sweet Home Alabama Friends are invite no matter what Church they attend. Contact Philip Dezern for more information on how to signup. October Youth Ministry Prayer, Dinner, and Discussion on October 13 Meet at 6:30 at St. Thomas More Chapel, we will do prayer, then discuss the reflection Then we will go to dinner No cost, but any donations are appreciated and will go into Scholarship Fund Open to anyone in HS Social Justice Formation using ESPN "30 for 30" video series October 20 6:30-8:30 pm For anyone grades 8 through adults Held at St. Joseph Library Sunday Youth Ministry on October 25 Topic: What does take my yoke, and lighten my burden mean? Meet at St. Joseph Youth Room 5:00-6:15 pm for anyone grades 5-8 6:30-8:00 pm for anyone grades 9-12 Social Justice Bible Study on October 28 6:00-6:45 pm Open to all youth and adults Held at St. Thomas More Church I am always looking for leaders for Youth Ministry Looking for people to help lead a youth ministry event you need to be 18 years olds and graduated from High School. You do not have to help every session if it does not fit your schedule. Contact Philip Dezern if interested at philipdezern@gmail.com SEPTEMBER 2015 SUNDAY COLLECTION Weekly Target $ 14,550.00 10/4 12,035.27 10/11 10/18 10/25 Electronic gifts for October 2015 7,113.50 Total gifts to date for October 2015 $ 19,148.77 Operating budget to date Oct. 2015 14,550.00 Difference in October 2015 4,598.77 Fiscal year to date (+/-) $ (2,288.95) FAITH FORMATION SACRAMENT PREPARATION If you have not yet received information from our office about preparation for First Communion or Confirmation, then you might not be on our list for this year. Please contact Jason Aiello as soon as possible. FIRST COMMUNION The first required parent and student class for First Communion preparation is being held Monday, Oct. 12 from 6 to 7 p.m. Subsequent classes will be offered on Oct. 26, Nov. 12 and 26, and Jan. 11 and 25. Students in grades 2 through 12 who will be celebrating First Communion this year are expected to attend with a parent. The classes will be held in the Bennett building. Jason M. Aiello Director of Faith Formation St. Joseph and St. Thomas More Parishes (269) 343-6256 x110 AREA HAPPENINGS PRAYING THE PSALMS: CHRISTIAN PRAYER with Deacon Andrew Raczkowski. The psalms are a treasure of prayer for Christians of every age, prayed by themselves or in the Liturgy of the Hours. Popes and councils have encouraged all the faithful to share in this treasure of prayer. Come discover the treasure of prayer with the psalms. Friday, October 16, 7:00 pm, St. Monica Parish Community Building. GATHERING FOR WIDOWED MEN Widowed men are gathering again on Wednesday, October 14 from 7:00-8:30 pm at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 215 N. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo. Please join others for some time of fellowship and support. Questions or more information please contact Socorro Truchan at 269-903-0199 VIRTUS FACILITATOR TRAINING - Nov. 7 Have you considered volunteering as a Virtus Facilitator? Nov. 7, the Safe Environment Office will hold a Virtus Facilitator Training Session, which will fulfill the one-day training requirement. To qualify, one must be a practicing Catholic, have already attended a Protecting God's Children program and be comfortable speaking in front of others. For more information or to register, contact Paula Hudson, phudson @diokzoo.org, 269.903.0171. ARE YOU CURRENTLY A CAREGIVER? Creating Confident Caregivers is a program for those caring for persons with dementia or memory loss. It provides participants with information and resources to better manage the role of caregiving. Classes are free, with donations accepted and respite care can be arranged. One family caregiver said, I learned so much. It s helpful to know what I m experiencing is normal and I m not alone. Dates: Tuesdays, Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 2:00-4:00 pm at Health and Community Services, 3299 Gull Rd., Kalamazoo. To register contact Patti Stratton, LLMSW, at 269-373-5141 or email her at psstra@ kalcounty.com. New NEW MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 6:00 p.m. Sunday 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., & 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 5:15 p.m. New