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Weekend Mass Schedule: Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Weekday Mass Schedule: Tuesday: 12:00 noon Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Thursday: 9:00 a.m. Friday: 9:00 a.m. Reconciliation: Saturday: 4:00-4:30 p.m. Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 40 Granville Street * Newark, Ohio 43055 740.345.9874 * www.stfrancisparish.net The Parish of

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Weekend

Mass Schedule:

Saturday Vigil:

5:00 p.m.

Sunday:

8:00 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

Weekday

Mass Schedule:

Tuesday:

12:00 noon

Wednesday:

6:30 p.m.

Thursday:

9:00 a.m.

Friday:

9:00 a.m.

Reconciliation:Saturday:

4:00-4:30 p.m.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday:

8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

40 Granville Street * Newark, Ohio 43055

740.345.9874 * www.stfrancisparish.net

The Parish of

St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church October 22, 2017

CLERGYFr. Dave Sizemore, Pastor [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Steve DeMers, Deacon 258-4129

PASTORAL STAFF – 345-9874Pastoral Associate: Tonya Hawk Ext. 222 [email protected]

Youth Ministry: Ed Watson Ext. 214 [email protected]

Evangelization & Adult Faith Formation: Tina Burtch Ext. 206 [email protected]

Music, Liturgy & Cemeteries: Dr. Christopher Urbiel Ext. 224 [email protected]

OFFICE STAFF – 345-9874Business Manager: Jim Knox Ext. 203 [email protected]

Bookkeeper: Maggie Wright Ext. 204 [email protected]

Parish Secretary: Becky Howard Ext. 200 [email protected]

Bulletin Editor: Vicki Pressey Ext. 235 [email protected]

Communications Director: Lisa Carr [email protected]

Systems Administrator: Dave Stenson Ext. 237 [email protected]

Maintenance: Jason Huffman Ext. 225 [email protected]

SCHOOLS – 345-4049St. Francis de Sales School: Sally Mummey, Principal Ext. 227 [email protected]

School Secretaries: Linda McDonald Ext. 215 [email protected]

Becky Bibler Ext. 215 [email protected]

St. Francis Preschool: Michelle Burd, Director Ext. 236 [email protected]

Newark Catholic High School: Beth Hill, Principal 344-3594 [email protected]

WEBSITES:Parish – www.stfrancisparish.netSchool – www.stfrancisschool.netPreschool – www.stfrancispreschool.net

Mass Intentions & Scripture ReadingsSunday, October 22 – Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Is 45:1, 4-6; 1 Thes 1:1-5b; Mt 22:15-21

5:00 p.m. Vigil † Norman Zureich (Ed and Linda McDonald) 8:00 a.m. † Jim and Mildred Winters (Dick and Theresa Winters) 10:45 a.m. † Leonardo Perucho (Lanza Family) 5:00 p.m. People of the Parish Tuesday, October 24 – Weekday

Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21; Lk 12:35-38 12:00 p.m. † Joann Jeffries (Rick Gummer Family)Wednesday, October 25 – Weekday

Rom 6:12-18; Lk 12:39-48 6:30 p.m. † Brydell Kempf (Fruit of the Vine Prayer Group)Thursday, October 26 – Weekday

Rom 6:19-23; Lk 12:49-53 9:00 a.m. † Michele Di Blasio (Children)Friday, October 27 – Weekday

Rom 7:18-25a; Lk 12:54-59 9:00 a.m. † Pauline Guy (Guy Family)Sunday, October 29 – Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ex 22:20-26; 1 Thes 1:5c-10; Mt 22:34-40 5:00 p.m. Vigil † Jim and Catherine Wade (Carol, Rob Franks and Family) 8:00 a.m. † Mr. and Mrs. Francis H. Bentz (Family) 10:45 a.m. People of the Parish 5:00 p.m. † Bob and Doreen McCartan (Jack and Pat Russell)

Liturgical Ministers for Next Weekend – October 28/29

Saturday, 5:00 Sunday, 8:00 Sunday, 10:45 Sunday, 5:00

LectorsB. Rickrich K. Beaver

D. AbendA. RehbeckJ. Guinta

B. HammondP. Vincent

Extraordinary

Ministers of

Holy

Communion

N. BattatJ. FlowersN. HoarR. McIntyreP. RogersS. SchorgerL. StollM. WalkerK. WhydeT. WinegardnerJ. Zimmerman

D. AbendJ. AnnarinoD. BornT. BornS. CodyK. FeightnerH. HollerL. HollerH. SageD. StaselC. Sullivan

G. GradyJ. GuintaK. KofodB. LamplR.M. MaddernS. MartinE. MuellerJ. MuellerS. MummeyC. WatsonC. Zang

S. BainT. BrennanM.K. FauseyC. GardnerJ. HopkinsonK. KraftJ. NguyenP. RussellB. SniderJ. VincentP. Vincent

Altar Servers

J. ZimmermanC. BrillN. VermaatenA. Assogba

J. BowdenM. BraidichK. BraidichV. Joyce

D. CorlK. HitchensM. HitchensM. Hitchens

J. WrightP. BurdL. MeierT. Loy

Comfort Team: #9 Helen Sage

Sacristans for October 28: Judy Kaercher, Diana Haren

Please pray for those in the military on active duty overseas: (If you would like to submit names for this list, please call 345-9874, ext. 235.)

Cpt. Paul J. BillySgt. Sean KellySgt. Brian CastleMarine Matt SeaburnSgt. William Selby PatrickSgt. J.T. MarronAMN Riley Whitaker

Please keep in prayer also, all state-side military and all military families.

SSgt Daniel T. Blowers, Jr.SSgt. Thomas R. BuenaLCDR, SWO Brian GrahamCdr. Paul HughesPVT Timothy B. McNabbSgt. Tyler ClaunchLt. Col. Benjamin Mitchell

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK:

In case of medical emergency,call the Parish Office

immediately at 345-9874, Option 7. A pastoral minister

will return your call. In a non-emergency, please call the

Parish Office if you would like to receive the Sacrament prior

to a hospital stay or surgery.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: We offer opportunity for

Eucharistic Adoration 7 days a week. Please see the Activities for the Week section for times.

HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS: For Sacramental visits to

hospital or home, please call the Parish Office. Priests are

always available to visit – please let us know!

YOUTH MINISTRY: Events and gatherings for junior high (Elevate) and

high school (Summit) teens. Contact Ed Watson at the Office

of Youth Ministry, Ext. 214.

PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION: The LOOP is offered from

K through Grade 5. ConsultLori Mazzone at the ReligiousEducation Office at Ext. 222.

ABC: About Being Catholic is an

ongoing inquiry program about the Catholic faith. Call Lori

Mazzone at Ext. 222 any time for further information.

BAPTISMS: Baptisms and instruction are

offered every other month.Please call Becky Howard at

Ext. 200 to make arrangements.Class may be attended well

in advance of Baptism.

MARRIAGES: Couples should contact

Becky Howard at Ext. 200at least six months before the

proposed date of the wedding.

ST. FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL: A Catholic elementary school

for students from K to Grade 8.For more information,

call 345-4049.

ST. FRANCIS PRESCHOOL: A Catholic preschool for

children ages 3-5.For more information,

call 345-4049, Ext. 236.

FATIH FORMATION

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Offertory Collection for October 7/8 $13,322.15

Father Dave Sizemore and

Father Jonathan Wilson Present….

Israel: Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

Have you ever wanted to walk where Jesus walked, travel the towns where He was born, raised, ministered, and preached? Fr. Dave of St. Francis and Fr. Wilson of Blessed Sacrament

are leading a spiritual pilgrimage for all parishioners to the Holy Land (Israel), April 9-18, 2018. This tour visits multiple places relating to Jesus’ life on earth, includes Mass at several signiicant religious sites and much more! Per person rates from Columbus are $4,519.00/Double; $5,369.00/Single; $4,489.00/Triple. Watch for more information here. You may also inquire in the St. Francis de Sales Parish ofice after Sunday morning Mass or contact Gary Dwyer at 614-633-8419 or [email protected].

Conirmation – How Do I Know God is Real? This week, we will take a look at how God can be known by what He has revealed to us in creation using our reason; we will look at divine revelation – God revealing Himself through Scripture, Tradition, and the person of Jesus Christ; and talk about Faith

as our proper response to what God has revealed. Classes run from 12:00-2:00 p.m. each Sunday.

Our Elevate Junior High Youth Ministry program meets 3:00-4:30 p.m. on Sundays before the 5:00 p.m. Mass. This week, we will be looking at the life of our Lord here on earth. Come meet new friends, have a good time, and deepen your understanding of our faith.

Summit High School Youth Ministry – Join us and forge bonds of friendship as we grow closer to the Lord. Last week, we looked at True Friendship. This week, we will answer our Lord’s offer to Follow Him. Jesus invites us to follow Him, to become His disciples. But what if we say no? This week, presents the story of a woman who walked away from Christ and found everything that the world had to offer. Did it make her happy and fulilled? That’s what we’ll ind out. All are welcome to join us! Summit meets each Sunday after the 5:00 p.m. Mass for faith-building, music, games, and food.

Upcoming Event: Martyr Mayhem November 5th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saints of the Church live lives of heroic virtue; some Saints are great mystics who revealed to us a deep understanding of the Lord. Some Saints founded orders that exist hundreds of years later. Some Saints were called by God to not only live for Him, but to die for Him as well. Martyr Mayhem is a (comical) look at the lives of some of these great Saints. Join us for dinner, games, and a live-action look at the Saints who came before us.

See Ed Watson for more details.

About Being CatholicAn introduction to the Catholic faith for inquirers and those seeking to become Catholic. A refresher course for Catholic adults who wish to go deeper into their faith.

THIS WEEK’S TOPIC: The Church: God’s People – The people who make up the Church: the

living (the Church Militant), the holy souls in purgatory (the Church Suffering), and the saints

in Heaven (the Church Triumphant)

WHEN: 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25WHERE: School Library

Everyone is welcome!

While inquirers attend weekly, parishioners are encouraged to attend as the topic interests you or as you are able.

St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church October 22, 2017

Who Am I to Judge? Tuesday, October 17 at 10:00 a.m. in Johnson Hall. By Dr. Ted Sri facilitated by our Adult Faith Formation Director, Tina Burtch ([email protected] or 740-345-9874, ext. 206) Call to register or just come and register when you arrive.

Notice to our Parishioners:

The side door of the church, leading

from the small parking lot on Pearl

Street, will now remain locked except

just before, during and after Masses. If

you wish to visit the church, parish or

school during regular business hours,

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to

4:00 p.m., we ask that you please use the front door of the

Lamy Center. After 4:00 p.m., that door will be locked as well

and visitors to the parish can enter through the back Lamy

Center door, which will lock at 10:00 p.m. This is an effort

to keep our facilities as secure as possible and so that we

will have the opportunity to see every visitor who enters our

buildings during the day. Thank you for your cooperation.

On Wednesday, October 25, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed on the main altar in the church for our worship and Adoration from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. All are welcome to stop in the church to adore our Lord during this time.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION has an urgent need for Adorers!The following hours have no one currently scheduled to adore:

Monday, 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, 10:00 a.m.

If you are able to help out in any way (weekly, once or twice a month, etc.) please contact Mary Marron at 740-366-7988. Thank you!!!

The Praise Band requestWe are looking for a key board player for our Sunday 5:00 p.m. Praise and Worship Mass. If interested, contact Aaron May at [email protected].

Women of St. Francis – Fall Bingo Party, sponsored by the WOSF will be held at Price Road Health and Rehabilitation Center, 151 Price Road, Wednesday, October 25, 2:00-

3:30 p.m. Volunteers to help the Bingo players and donations for prizes are needed. The following donations would be most appreciated: individually wrapped snack packs and large print puzzle books (stuffed animals are not needed this time). Interested in volunteering to help with the Bingo games and/or make a donation? Please contact chairperson, Nancy Gifford at 366-3957.

Priesthood Sunday, October 29, is a special day set aside to honor the priesthood in the United States. It was established in 2003, to promote a way for Catholic communities to express appreciation for the priests who serve them, even when media attention is often negative. Such a celebration is relevant considering the declining

number of priests in the U.S. Only about 4,000 of the 19,000 parishes in this country currently have more than one priest. Many priests serve two or more parishes by themselves. The Knox/Licking Vocations Club thank our parish priests and the subs for their service and dedication. May they be blessed with good health and the zeal to preach the Gospel. Please be sure to personally thank them for all that they do for us!

Quarterly Anointing of the Sick Services – Something new here at St. Francis. Fr. Dave will offer the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick following all the Masses next weekend, October

28th and 29th, then quarterly throughout the year. Anointing of the Sick will be done during the

recessional (closing) song at the end of Mass. Catholics who want to receive it should form two lines up the center aisle, after the altar servers process out of the church. Persons might need this beautiful sacrament of healing: those who are suffering with a terminal disease, chronic illness, emotional or mental struggles, spiritual troubles, the frailties of age, or before you go into surgery in the hospital. Come and receive this gift of Christ for strength, comfort, hope and healing.

SPOTLIGHT ON OUR SCHOOL! The Fruit of the Holy Spirit

Award: In the month of October, these students have received recognition for causing and spreading joy!

Olivia Watson , Agnes Wright, Jackson Smith, Hanna Farley, Jett Johnson, Jackson Broyles, Nate Willis, Conner Bjornson,

Anthony Dry, Macey Myers, Tristan Gorius

September and October recipients of The Fruit of the Holy Spirit Award were treated to a pizza lunch!

Congratulations to all!

AROUND OUR PARISH

SCHOOL NEWS

St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church October 22, 2017

SEE BULLETIN COVER FOR MASS AND RECONCILIATION TIMES

Sunday, October 22

K of C Breakfast – Johnson Hall – 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.K-5 Loop – Classrooms, Library – 9:15-10:45 a.m.Seeds of Faith – School Cafeteria – 9:30-10:30 a.m.Conirmation Prep – Johnson Hall – 12:00-2:00 p.m.Baptisms – Church – 12:15-1:45 p.m.Elevate Middle School Youth Ministry – Johnson Hall – 3:00-4:30 p.m.Summit HS Youth Ministry – Johnson Hall – 6:00-8:30 p.m.Adoration – Chapel – 7:00-10:00 p.m.Men’s Basketball – Gym – 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Monday, October 23

Adoration – Chapel – 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.Boy Scout Troop 8 – MPR – 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 24

Adoration – Chapel – 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.Who Am I to Judge – Johnson Hall – 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Fruit of the Vine Prayer Group – MPR – 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 25

Adoration – Chapel – 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.Hispanic Ministry Rosary Group – Church – 9:45-10:15 a.m.ABC – SF Library – 7:00-9:00 p.m.Adoration in the Church – 7:00-8:00 p.m.

ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK

Thursday, October 26

Adoration – Chapel – 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.Youth Choir Rehearsal – Choir Loft – 4:30-5:15 p.m.Seeds of Faith – Johnson Hall – 6:30-8:30 p.m.Cantor Rehearsal – Choir Loft – 7:00-7:30 p.m.Parish Choir Rehearsal – Choir Loft – 7:30-9:00 p.m.Friday, October 27

Adoration – Chapel – 5:00 a.m.-Saturday 1:00 a.m.

Saturday, October 28

Adoration – Chapel – 5:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Hispanic Ministry Rosary Group – Church – 9:45-10:15 a.m. Rosary for Peace – Church – 4:35-5:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 29

Sunday Social – All Saints/All Souls – Johnson Hall – 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.K-5 Loop – Classrooms, Library – 9:15-10:45 a.m.Seeds of Faith – MPR – 9:30-10:30 a.m.Conirmation Prep – Johnson Hall – 12:00-2:00 p.m.Elevate Middle School Youth Ministry – Johnson Hall – 3:00-4:30 p.m.Summit HS Youth Ministry – Johnson Hall – 6:00-8:30 p.m.Adoration – Chapel – 7:00-10:00 p.m.Men’s Basketball – Gym – 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Here are a few thoughts for all of us to ponder. We tend to eat out often and this question applies whether we are eating in a restaurant like Bob Evans or sitting down for a burger in a fast food restaurant. What happened to the practice of saying Grace before we eat? The argument about not praying in a public place is baloney…excuse the pun! Do we or don’t we pray…IF NOT, WHY NOT? Here is another thought. As you go about your life and ind yourself in the home of someone who you know is Catholic, look around. Do you see a Cruciix hanging on the wall? IF NOT, WHY NOT? (This probably doesn’t apply in your home, but we are talking in generalities). In many homes today, the contention is that God and religion are a private matter and should not be on “display.” How very sad…what a lame excuse. Now, for the inal question... On a regular basis, we are faced with situations relating to character and morals in matters happening right before our eyes…oftentimes, in our own families. Do you speak up about what is right and what is horribly wrong? IF NOT, WHY NOT? These subtle situations are the devil’s workshop. We have a duty to speak up. God is counting on it.

Remember, you and your family are always invited to take part in our weekly Rosary for Peace, every Saturday at 4:35 p.m., just before Mass.

The ROSARY …and the question is…IF NOT, WHY NOT?

The Adult Faith Formation Committee at Johnstown’s Church of the Ascension is thrilled to invite you to its annual Parish Mission, featuring Fr. Joshua Wagner, Monday through Wednesday, October 23-25, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., with Reconciliation offered each night at 8:00 p.m. Fr. Wagner is a well-known priest in the Diocese of Columbus who combines humor and a down-to-earth teaching style to engage, encourage, and inspire his listeners. The theme of this year’s Parish Mission is, Bringing Heaven to Earth, and the stand-alone topics each night are: Monday, October 23: Lost and Found, which discusses how Christ creates purpose in your life, and the 4 Pillars of Prayer. Tuesday, October 24: The 6 Steps to Forgiveness, and Wednesday, October 25: Presence Makes Perfect, which examines how to make Christ present in your family, parish, and world. This event is FREE to attend, but any donation to Ascension to help cover expenses is greatly appreciated. For questions about this event, please contact the A.F.F. committee chairs, Jared Lahmon and Amy Schulze Lahmon, at 740-963-4643 or at [email protected].

Pontiical College Josephinum invites you to join us for the upcoming lecture in the 2017-2018 Lecture Series, “Building Spiritual Bridges To The Community” on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 7:00 p.m. at the Jessing Center. Dr. Denis McNamara, Associate Director and Associate Professor at the Liturgical Institute of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, will be presenting “Signs and Symbols of Heavenly Realities: The Liturgical Movement, Vatican II and Sacred Images.” For more information, please visit www.pcj.edu.

IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Calling Catholic Young Adult Women: Franciscan Sisters invite you to an October 28 Discernment Day: Doing the Impossible, at 319 North 7th Street, Cambridge, OH. Early morning Mass is optional at 8:35 a.m. From 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The day includes learning about Sisters’ ministries at Zanesville as well. Register at fscc-calledtobe.org. For more information call or text Sister Julie Ann (920-323-9632) or call Sister Jan (740-432-5853).

The nationwide 40 Days for Life Campaign is taking place now through November 5th. This campaign will bring continuous prayer to local abortion facilities in more than 375 cities across the world. Faithful believers are praying that this effort will mark the beginning of the end of abortion in America.

Join us for one hour to pray for the lives of unborn children.

First Community Church of Buckeye Lake, 4381 Walnut Road SE (Rt. 79 S.), Buckeye Lake, OH (across from KOA) will be hosting a time of prayer on Saturday, October 28th at 2:30 p.m. at our church. We invite all churches to attend as we come together to pray for an end to abortion and a healing that only our Father in Heaven can provide. For more information, contact Teresa or Daniel Ambrus at 740-522-4196, or [email protected].

Catholic Response to the 500th Anniversary of the Beginning of the Protestant Reformations: On Monday, October 30th, 2017 – Jim Anderson, who works with Marcus Grodi at the Coming Home Network, headquartered in Zanesville, Ohio, will speak on the 500th Anniversary of the publishing of the “95 Theses” by Fr. Martin Luther, on October 31, 1517, which sparked the beginning of the Protestant Reformations. Jim lived in Fulda, Germany in 2012 for 11 months while researching this topic. Jim will discuss for the average person some of the causes of the Protestant Reformations and the corresponding response of the Catholic reformation, the life of Martin Luther and some of the reasons he wrote his Theses, and the effects of the Protestant Reformations down through history up to now, to both Catholics as well as Protestants. The talk will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a question and answer session at 8:00 p.m. The talk will be held in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Mount Vernon, OH 43050. The entire community is welcome to attend. Please feel free to invite a Protestant family member or friend to the talk.

Licking County is ighting a drug/opiate crisis. The effects of this crisis can be seen in the disruption of families and the abuse and neglect of children. This November, a 1 mill Children Services Levy will appear on the ballot, as the ever-growing needs of these children have outgrown the support provided by the current Levy. Please educate yourself on this important matter and exercise your right to vote this November.

Local Job Opportunity: Goumas Confections is looking for an energetic high school or college student who has free days and evenings; needed from late November to Christmas. For details call

Kris at 740.334.9330 or email [email protected].

Bethesda Healing Ministry – Jesus healed not only those with physical illnesses but also those with spiritual needs. One evening a woman of dubious repute, looking for Jesus, entered uninvited, the home of one of the religious leaders.

Kneeling before Jesus, she washed his feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. Jesus accepted her beautiful act of love. While others were shocked by her behavior, Jesus knew the sincerity of her heart and said, “Your sins are forgiven.” (Luke 7:48). That awesome gift awaits each person seeking release

from the shame and guilt of an abortion. Bethesda Healing

Ministry welcomes the opportunity to support you in seeking the Sacrament of forgiveness and healing. Bethesda Healing Ministry conidential phone lines: 614-309-0157 or 614-309-2651 or visit our website at bethesdahealing.org.Be sure to “Like” us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/

BethesdaHealing

From the Saints Peter and Paul Retreat Center

St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church October 22, 2017

ALPHA – WHAT IS IT? Alpha is a unique program designed to encourage the pondering on the purpose of life and the existence of God. It will nurture personal faith growth and development of a new and/or stronger relationship with Jesus as it provides information and relection on Christianity.

ALPHA – WHO IS IT FOR?• for those seeking direction/purpose in life• for those seeking a deeper faith life• for those seeking a stronger relationship with Jesus• for those seeking a way to encourage others on their faith walk• for those seeking...

Alpha is for EVERYONE!

ALPHA – WHEN IS IT? Alpha Winter Session starts in January and will be offered for 9 weeks in Johnson Hall. Sunday evening, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday morning, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday evening, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

There will be a Come and See video December 10th at 9:15 a.m. in Johnson Hall. Learn more about Alpha and get your questions answered!!

January 7th Welcoming Dinner; 12:30 p.m. in Johnson Hall Sign up as a guest. Guests will gather in a relaxed setting for dinner, view a video presentation, and meet in informal, small groups in a comfortable, non-threatening setting to discuss a video. Guests are expected to attend all 9 weekly sessions and the retreat.

Sign up as a Host or Helper. A Host leads a small group but does not teach, quote Bible, or call on anyone. The Host facilitates a conversation as the group discusses a video.

A Helper welcomes guests, makes sure they are comfortable and supports the group. If you have a servant’s heart, this role is for you. Training for all Alpha volunteers is December 2nd, 8:30-2:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. (We have new tables!)

Use the forms to sign up as a Guest, Host or Helper or go to the parish website at http://www.stfrancisparish.net/.

Join the hundreds of people who have experienced Alpha. Guests reported:

“I feel more in touch with being a Christian and I see my faith more clearly now. I read the bible more and I pray more.”

“Grew closer to the Lord with the support of Alpha and my small group.”

“More aware of the meaning of Scripture, more at peace, more tolerant of others and more prayerful.”

“Created new friends and enriched my spirituality.”

Alpha Guest Sign‐up Sheet Alpha is a nine‐week course where we are each invited to gather to search for answers 

and encounter Jesus together. 

ALPHA—WHO IS IT FOR?

for those seeking direction/purpose in life

for those seeking a relationship with Jesus

for those seeking a deeper faith life

for those seeking a way to encourage others on their faith journey

for YOU

Guests are encouraged to participate in all nine weekly sessions and the retreat. 

Our parish will support the majority of the costs of Alpha, but we need your help.  A one‐time offering of $35 per 

participant will help defray the costs of meals and supplies. No free will donation will be expected at the sessions. 

“Teaching the faith without having had the encounter with Jesus is like planting seeds in concrete.  Alpha is 

about helping someone encounter Jesus.” ‐Father John Riccardo 

NAME: 

ADDRESS: 

CITY/ZIP CODE:  PHONE: 

EMAIL: 

CHURCH AFFILIATION: 

*IS CHILD CARE NEEDED?:  NUMBER OF CHILDREN:  AGES: 

CIRCLE ONE:  Guest                            Host                            Helper                            Hospitality CHECK SESSION PREFERENCE &  Sunday 6:30 ‐ 8:30PM  Tuesday 9:30 ‐ 11:30AM  Wednesday 7:00 ‐ 9:00PM ALTERNATE.  1st and 2nd  *Childcare may or may not be offered for all sessions, TBD based on resources and need 

 Save time and sign up online! http://www.stfrancisparish.net/alpha 

Sunday

6:30-8:30 PM

Tuesday

9:30-11:30 AM

Wednesday

7:00-9:00 PM

Topic

Location – Johnson Hall

St. Francis de Sales

Jan. 7th Jan. 7th Jan. 7th Welcome Luncheon

12:30 PM

Session 2

Jan. 14

Session 2

Jan. 16

Session 2

Jan. 10

Who is Jesus?

Session 3

Jan. 21

Session 3

Jan. 23

Session 3

Jan. 17

Why did Jesus die?

Session 4/5

Jan. 28

Session 4/5

Jan. 30

Session 4/5

Jan. 24

How can I have faith?

Why & how do I pray?

Session 6

Feb. 4

Session 6

Feb. 6

Session 6

Jan. 31

Why & how should I read the Bible?

Session 7

Feb. 11

Session 7

Feb. 13

Session 7

Feb. 7

How does God guide us?

Session 8

Feb. 18

Session 8

Feb. 20

Session 8

Feb. 21

How can I resist evil?

Session 9

Mar. 4

Session 9

Mar. 6

Session 9

Mar. 7

Why & how should we tell others?

RETREAT

Mar. 3

RETREAT

Mar. 3

RETREAT

Mar. 3

Holy Spirit Retreat

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Session 10

Mar. 11

Session 10

Mar. 13

Session 10

Mar. 14

Does God heal today?

Session 11

Mar. 18

Session 11

Mar. 20

Session 11

Mar. 21

What about the Church?

Apr. 4 Apr. 4 Apr. 4 Celebration Dinner

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Central Ohio Dental SpaSy Viet Nguyen, DDS, LLC

740-344-8692

Newark Heath 38 N. Cedar St. • 522-2668 780 S. 30th St. • 345-5175

Compliments of

David P. Grigsby

Construction Co., Inc.

349-7845

Gynna T. MeurerMeurer & Associates, Inc.

Bookkeeping and Tax Services

437 South 30th Street, Heath, OH740-349-1886

[email protected]

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

E vans

[email protected]

INSTALLATION • SERVICE • FREE ESTIMATES1060 W. MAIN ST • NEWARK

Corner of 30th and W. Main Streets

740-522-2611FAX 740-366-2560

GREEN’SRadiator & Air Conditioning Service

New & Reconditioned Radiators • Plastic/Aluminum • Head Gasket &

Intake • Fuel Tank Rebuilding • Classic & Vintage A/C Installation

• Semi/Industrial A/C & CLS Repairs • Belts, Hoses & Most Auto Repairs

740-345-3870 6th and Main St.

Brian Sherman, Owner-Partnerc. 614-270-3688

[email protected]

STATE SECURITYFire Systems • Intrusion Detection

• Access Control • CCTV

P.O. Box 921 Westerville, OH 43086

800-598-6049

Mike’s Body ShopYou Bend ’Em – We Mend ’EmInsurance Claims Invited

Free Estimates12505 Scout Rd., Frazeysburg

740-828-3292 Fax 740-828-2934Mike Wisecarver

A++ SUPERIOR RATING Annuities • IRAs • Roth IRAs • Life & Long-Term Care • Disability Ins.

Mark Hedge, FICF, MDRT • (740) 599-2963www.markhedge.org • markhedge.com

Knights of Columbus InsuranceInsurance & Financial Services with a Catholic Perspective

106 McMillen Drive,Newark, OH 43055

740-344-1171mcmillendental.com

McMillen DentalDr. Rhonda Steigerwald

Patrick Guanciale740-344-8585

Andrew Guanciale740-403-6444

allaboutlickingcounty.comKING THOMPSON

Questions about Medicare...LYDIA GRIEB INSURANCE, INC.

MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTS, MEDICARE DRUG PLANS, MEDICARE ADVANTAGE, INDIVIDUAL HEALTH & LIFE INSURANCE

Call 740-345-2909FOR AN APPOINTMENTOH-0000957025

Proudly serving the area for over 35 years!

Jutlew CompanyConcrete Contractor

Kevin M. Lewis

366-4572

Abe’sAutomotive

Complete Auto Repair

Foreign & Domestic

Front End AlignmentsWheels and Tires

462 S. Main St. • Open M-F 8-5

587-0741 • 587-0742

Foreign & Domestic

Complete Body ShopAbe’sBody ShopAll Work Guaranteed – Free Estimates

Insurance Work Open Mon.-Fri. 8-5Featuring Abe’s Quick Lube

460 S. Main St., Granville587-3389 • 587-4015Abesbodyshop.net

Nice CarpetsQuality Since 1961

1441 Fallsburg Rd. NE

740-345-2263 fax 740-345-0780

Free Residential Estimates Commercial

Dr. D. Mark Stewart, DDSGeneral Dentistry

1010 N. 21st St., Newark

740-366-5353

462 S. Main St., Granville • By Appointment Only

www.dentsolutionsofohio.com

AUTOMOTIVE PAINTLESS DENT REMOVAL• 20+ Years Experience• Hail Damage• Body Line Dents• Crease Dents • Motorcycles • Door DingsERIC CLAEYS 740-404-5508

616 Hebron Road

Heath Ohio, 43056

(740) [email protected]

“Insuring the St. Francis Community since 1984”

Mike Egan

Heather Stasel, Realtor

Your Realtor For Life

740-975-4135www.herrealtors.com/heatherstasel

973 N. 21st St. Newark 366-3356

26 N. Park Place Newark 281-0580

Coffee &Community

Compliments of

Jeff Werner

Serving Licking, Knox,

Franklin, Delaware and

all surrounding counties

274 S 6th St., Newark OH 43055

(740) 366-3255 • (800) 395-5784

jackssepticoh.com

740-349-9530RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIALOhio License #28179 Insured & Bonded

*Generator Back Up Systems*Repair & Remodeling

*New Construction *Service Upgrades

*Bucket Truck Service*Gasoline & Petroleum

Site DevelopmentUnderground UtilitiesPonds, Demolition &

General Grading

(740) 366-1447George Layton

Convenient and Fast!

Quality Care When You Need ItOpen Seven Days a Week • No Appointment Needed

Evening & Weekend Hours • Most Insurances Accepted

Fully Equipped for Urgent Problems & Everyday Medical Care

Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am-8pm, Saturday-Sunday: 10am-6pm

788-8166 607 Hebron RoadNext to BW3

Save Timeand Money

1400

CHAPEL WAY,

HEATH, OH

740-522-4663

www.chapelgroveinn.com

740-522-7600 • 1930 Tamarack Road

Michael E. Campolo, DOJeremy R. Campbell, DORaju Fatehchand, MD, FACPBrenda K. Ames, ANPRichard R. Donnard, DO

Thomas K. Petryk, MDMisti Staggers, CNPCourtney Garvin, PA-CLisa Karres, DOIrene Petty, PA-C

Lunch Dinner

Mon-Sat 11am-10pm Sun 11am-9pm10 N. Park Place

(740) 616-8000www.parkplacebistro.com

UNIFABHEATING & COOLING

Custom Design & Fabrication

740 409 HEAT

State License # 27955

INDEPENDENT TERMITE & PEST CONTROL, INC.831-1/2 Buckeye Ave., Newark, OH 43055

Termite & Carpenter Ant Specialist

Robert Amore, President 740-345-7000 Licensed by State of Ohio

FreeEstimates

2250 Horns Hill Road NE Newark

740-366-2770

Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation

Newark

Dedicated to Hope,Healing and Recovery

740-344-0357 • www.kindrednewark.com

Hitch General Contractors

25 Forry Street, Newark, Ohio 43055

740-915-4117 * 740-403-7891

[email protected]

The Landing on Waterworks

“The Place to Celebrate”

124 Waterworks Road, Newark, Ohio 43055

740-404-6359

[email protected]

Steve, Salena & Steven Hitchens Steve, Salena & Steven Hitchens

The Landing on Waterworks

124 Waterworks Road, Newark, Ohio 43055

740-404-6359 • [email protected]

Hitch General Contractors

25 Forry Street, Newark, Ohio 43055

740-915-4117 • 740-403-7891

[email protected]

Weddings

Recepions

Birthdays

Family Reunions

Dances

Anniversary Paries

Corporate Events

Meeings

Holiday Paries

Concerts

NOW OPEN! BURGERSFRIESSHAKES1283 LOG POND DR., NEWARK

(BETWEEN KROGER & WALMART)

318 Hudson Avenue,

Newark, Ohio 43055

Debra’s Pizza

740-345-1350

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“If it has carpet, we can clean it.”Don Riggleman, Jr.

740-366-2117

SCHELL BROS.

7607 White Chapel Road

CONSUMER

SUPPORT

SERVICES INC.2040 CHERRY VALLEY RD.

Dr. Suzette A. HamiltonCertified Chiropractic Sports Physician

Comprehensive care including sports rehab, diet, nutrition and exercise programs. 1406 Dickerson St. (off McMillen Dr.)

Evening Hours Available For Your Convenience 344-6808

GrandMonuments

1600 E. Main Street

345-8772

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KREAGER CO.

345-1605COUNTERTOPS

CABINETS BY DIAMONDNEWARK, OHIO

Come in on Sunday for a Free Small Coffee

with the purchase of a Breakfast Sandwich

Max SuttonThe Sutton Law Firm

Now Offering Mediation Services

349-8384 • 3 N. 3rd Street • thesuttonlawirm.comTREVOR D. DONALDSON, Realtor

Donaldson Real Estate11035 Lambs Lane N.E.• Newark 43055Ofice 740-763-0000 Cell [email protected]

www.DonaldsonCompanies.com www.TrevorDonaldson.com

David E. Born, M.D.Donald A. DeShelter, M.D.

Charles L. Geiger, D.O.Patrick J. Scarpitti, M.D.

Jason M. Winterhalter, M.D.

Family Medicine740-587-0087

The Wonder YearsLearning Center, Ltd.

“Where exploration meets education.”

Accepting infants through school-age

1621 North 21st Street, Newark 364-9902

F U N E R A L H O M E S

1850 W. Main Street • Newark • 788-8808

OHIO ARCHITECTURE

BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN

PHILIP CLAGGETT ARCHITECT740.349.3222 [email protected]

Kelly Mantonya Stutz, DC693 Hopewell Drive

740-522-5500

THE EYE SITEWELCOMING NEW PATIENTS

BRETT A. DIETZ, O.D.NANCY R. DIETZ, O.D.

Granville Ofice Millersport Ofice (740) 587-4970 (740) 467-2525

Melinda J. Woofter, M.D.Board Certiied Dermatologist

F.A.S.M.S. accredited MOH’s SurgeonCosmetic & General Dermatology

587-0778

First home, dream home, downsize, condo.

Whether buying or selling, I’m there working 100% for YOU.

JOANNE BREITMAYERREALTOR®

(740) 366-3318 OFFICE

(740) 404-8562 CELLULAR

[email protected] our parish since 1914

141 Green Wave Dr., Newark 740-344-6106

Newark’s Premier Assisted LivingOffering the finest care with 24-hour nursing

Locally Owned & Operated

920 Sharon Valley Road

740-366-7333

www.sharonbrooke.com

1190 E. Main Street, Newark 740-349-8686

Henderson-Van Atta

Chief EZ Liner Laser

Measuring System

All Work Guaranteed

Owner: Tom Yonker 6 W. Channel St.

fax: 740-366-1609 End of Hudson Ave.

740-366-1610

“COMPARE”

SHACKLEFORD’S

DISPOSALWhere you get the REAL DEAL!

ONLY $18.75A MONTH

“With no hidden fees, taxes or surcharges”

740-366-0001(Offer not valid to existing customers).

SAVE! SAVE!

Antiques

& Vintage

Bag & Bulk MulchPlants – Stone – Topsoil

2135 W. Main, Newarkwww.hopetimber.com

740-522-6558

LAMBS LANE STORAGE

For all your storage needs

11171 LAMBS LANE – NEWARK

366-8130

“Dropless” Cataract SurgeryLaser Vision Correction

Complete Family Eye Care614.863.EYES(3937)•www.icanseeclearly.com

Richard A. Erdey, M.D.

Gregory D. Searcy, M.D. Daryl Kaswinkel, M.D.

740-349-3528

Doug Stutz, AAMS®

Financial Advisor

20 S. 30th Street

Newark, OH 43055

740-349-3528

www.edwardjones.com

GUTRIDGEPLUMBING, INC.

349-9411GPI

Thinking of ReTiRing?

263 Deo Drive, Newark, Ohio 43055

www.safemoneyplaces.net

740-366-1110/Toll Free 1-866-366-1110Brian Van WinkleParishioner

HOPEWELL FEDERALC R E D I T U N I O N

www.hopewellfcu.org

hospiceofcentralohio.org2269 Cherry Valley Rd., Newark, OH

740-788-1400

PHYSICAL THERAPY 30 Years of Care

740-345-2837 159 West Main Newark, OH

Mark Centofanti, CPA

30 Years of Tax Experience

614-306-1625www.markcentofanti.com

Professional Full Service REALTOR®

20 ½ N. Park Place,

Newark, OhioCell 740-334-9777KellyParkerHome.com

Kelly Parker –

5 W. Church St., Newark, OH

740-345-3216

740 N. 21st street • Newark, OH 43055740-366-1236

Welcoming New Patients

T H E D E N T I S TJeffrey C. Kirian, DDS, LLC

S T I C K L EFuneral and Cremation Service

740 • 345 • 9864H E AT I N G – C O O L I N G

M e c h a n i c a l

Mulch Delivery with Complete Lawn Care & Landscape

Hopewell Builders

Company, Inc.

Mike Gorius1073 Joann Ct., 740-323-3037

Heath [email protected]

• New Builds• Remodelling• Room Additions

11111 LAMBS LANE, NEWARK

366-8130www.antritts.com

740-348-5272

597Country

Club Drive

Making a First Impression ... Leaving a Lasting Memory

Maternity Services

Licking Memorial Hospital LMHealth

Licking Memorial Hospital www.LMHealth.org