St. Elizabeth Church Main at 75th Street Kansas City, MO 64114

Web site: stekc.org

Parish Staff Rev. Terry Bruce, Pastor .......................................... ext. 3403 Rev. Christian Malewski, Associate Pastor………….ext. 3405 Deacon Don Schmit, Deacon Emeritus

Deacon Mike McLean, Pastoral Minister

Deacon Charlie Cecil, Pastoral Minister

Mrs. Sandy Nickel, School Principal

Joann Aubuchon, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Pat Dennis, School Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Vicky Kinney, Business Manager .................... ext. 3409

Ms. Sandi Lombardino, Parish Secretary ................ ext3401

Mr. Steve Christensen, Buildings & Grounds ........ ext. 3414

Ms. Susie Adams, Director of Music ........................ ext. 3408

Mrs. Joanie McLaughlin, Seniors Coordinator ..........ext. 3411 Mrs. Rachelle Lawlor, Social Services…………………….…ext.3404 Mrs. Margaret Haik, Confirmation Coordinator..…...ext. 3405 Mr. Bill Egelhoff, Parish Relations………………………816.309.1042 Mrs. Eileen Iammartino, DRE…………….……………..………ext. 3417 Leslie Guillot, Diocesan Victim’s Advocate………….816.361..2666

Sunday Masses Saturday: 4:30 pm Sunday: 7:30, 10:00 am

Weekday Masses Monday—Friday 7:00 am Wednesdays 8:30 am (September ~ May) Tuesday & Thursday 11:30 am Reconciliation Individual Confessions Saturday: 3:00 – 4:00 pm

Seasonal Communal Penance Services

Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm (And by appointment)

Office Phone.............................................................523-2405

Rectory .................................................................... 523-2155

Office Fax .............................................................. 444-9858

School Office .......................................................... 523-7100

School Fax .............................................................. 523-2566

St. Elizabeth Parish November 8, 2009

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Our Mission Statement St. Elizabeth Catholic Parish answers the call of God to further

His Kingdom on earth through celebrating the sacred Liturgy and in building community through service.

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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults All parishioners are welcome to join us and support those who are actively seeking a better understanding of the Catholic Faith. The topic this week is: Sacraments of Initiation. We meet in Seton Hall Tuesday, November 10, 7:30—9:00 pm.

New to St. Elizabeth Parish? Register on November 19

We invite all those interested in joining St. Elizabeth parish to join us Thursday, November 19 at 6:30 pm in the Parish Ministry Center (northeast corner of Main and 75th Streets). The registration form is quick and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have. You must be a registered parishioner for sacramental preparation. To sign up for this session call Sandi Lombardino at the parish office, 816.523.2405.

Homily Focus Group What it is: St. Elizabeth parishioners meet for an

hour and reflect on the Sunday Readings in the current liturgical cycle. This is done by looking at how the Scriptures apply to concrete situations in our lives and in the world. Reflections will assist the priest to prepare a homily that is suited to the needs of the community. In addition to this, the exercise will help one to grow in deeper appreciation of Scripture and prepare one to better hear the readings proclaimed at Mass. Several parishioners have already been involved in this and have enjoyed it very much. I myself have found it very helpful and enriching to my own spiritual life.

When it is: There are several dates I have set aside for the remainder of the year. The meetings will be from 7 pm to 8 pm on the following days.

Wednesday November 11 Readings for the 33 Sunday in Ordinary Time

Year B Tuesday, November 17

Readings for Christ the King ~ Year B Thursday, December 3

Second Sunday in Advent ~ Year C Wednesday, December 9

Third Sunday in Advent ~ Year C Wednesday, December 16

Fourth Sunday in Advent ~ Year C Where it is : In the PMC conference room. I hope to have approximately 7 people at each

meeting. You can sign up for as many or as few as you would like. First come first serve.

Please call me at 816.300.0755 or email me at fr.christian.malewski@gmail.com to reserve a spot or for any questions.

Preparation for Infant Baptism Our next Baptismal Preparation session will

be Thursday, November 19 ~ 7:30 to 8:45 pm in the Parish Ministry Center. If you are a registered parishioner and wish to attend this session call Sandi at 816.523.2405.

Looking for that perfect gift and also a sweet treat?

Come to the Friendship Club Bake Sale and Boutique table in Seton Hall during Coffee and Donuts this Sunday, November 8, following the 10 am Mass.

Youth Ministry Events Sunday, November 8, 7 pm at St. Elizabeth’s PMC:

NCYC Pilgrimage—”Seeing With Open Eyes.” Tuesday, November 10, 7:30 pm at St. Peter’s

Theology of the Body—”Created for Love.” Sunday, November 15, 7 pm at St. Elizabeth’s PMC:

Tim 4:12—Youth led meeting. Tuesday, November 24, 7:30 pm at St. Elizabeth’s

PMC: Theology of the Body. - “Love Defined.” Contact Margaret Haik at the Parish Ministry

Center, 816.523.2405.

Tax-Free IRA Gifts Extended Did you know that federal law still allows tax-free

charitable distributions from your IRA? Charitable taxpayers who are 70 and one-half or older can direct “qualified charitable distributions” from their fund administrator directly to the charities of their choice, including one’s parish, school or favorite ministry.

Anyone with an IRA who is 70 and one-half years old or older at the time of the distribution should explore this possibility. This provision was renewed to cover the period through December 31, 2009. For the details, contact your legal or financial advisor or Greg Vranicar at 816.756.1858 x 529.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter In today’s First reading it says, “The jar of flour shall

not go empty, nor the jug of oil run dry”. Your love for your spouse can last forever, too. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends in Missouri are February 13-14, 2010 in Branson and April 16-18 in Kansas City. Dates fill fast, early registration is recommended. For more information visit our website at: http//wwme4youand me.org or contact Shawn and Stephanie Souders at 816.903.1988.

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What is a Serran? Come learn more about the Serra Club immediately

following the 7 am Mass on Thursday, November 12. Serrans foster and promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life, support active and retired priests and recognize God’s call to our own holiness. Enjoy a Continental Breakfast during the 45 minute session downstairs in Seton Hall after Mass. A Serran with a signup sheet will be in the back of Church after the 7 am Masses on November 9, 10, 1 1 or you can contact Jerry Haake at 816.305.8065 or at jerryhaake@aol.com.

Gently Used Bicycles Wanted Several members of St. Elizabeth School Girl Scout Troop 242 are coordinating a Bike Safety Rodeo in the spring. We are currently collecting gently used bikes any size. These bikes will be used at our Bike Safety Rodeo and then will be

given to children that do not have the resources to purchase bikes. Through our Bike Safety rodeo, we hope to help kids in the urban core of Kansas City learn about the safety aspects of riding a bicycle on streets and roads and also the importance of wearing helmets. Please call us 816.822.7887 if you have a gently used bike that you would like to donate and we will make plans to pick it up. Thank you. Troop 242 (Courtney Didier, Lindsay Fiola, Maggie McClain, Ashley Meyers and Abbie Young)

Happenings Around Us Encounter With God’s Call, November 14-19, at

Conception Seminary college, is a discernment retreat for young men age 16 and older who are considering the vocation to Priesthood. This is an excellent opportunity to meet the Seminarians as they share their stories of responding to God’s call. This visit is free. For more information, please contact your pastor or Conception Seminary College at 660.944.2886 or e-mail: vocations@conception.edu

Bishop Sullivan Center presents a dinner-theater

experience. “Whispers from the Streets” is a drama that consists of composite characters who present the complex nature of poverty in Kansas City and the United states. The stories of “Whispers” are true, resulting from an extensive eight year long research project, interviews, and experiences that have led to over 33 public performances and lectures. “Whispers” is written by Damian Botello-Torres and Jeremy Lillig. Tickets include a buffet dinner: $25 for adults, $15 for students, table of 8 for $160. Saturdays at 6 pm, November 14 at St. Joseph Hospital Community Center, November 21st at St. Pius X High School. For tickets contact Bishop Sullivan Center at 8 1 6 . 2 1 3 . 0 9 8 4 , o r p u r c h a s e o n - l i n e a t www.bishopsullivan.org.

Benedictine Sisters to Host Discernment

Weekend, from Friday, 5pm, November 13 to Sunday, 1:30 pm, November 15 in Clyde, MO for single women from the age of 18 to 45.

The weekend will give those discerning religious life a chance to learn more about what this life means and to strengthen their relationship with God with no strings attached.

For more information about the weekend, contact Sister Ruth Elaine at 660.944.2221 or e-mail vocation@benedictinesisters.org.

Archbishop O’Hara High School presents the 4th

Annual “Evening of Celtic Pride” on Saturday, November 14th. Tickets are $40 per person or $320 for a reserved table for 8. Enjoy a fun filled evening of great food, drink, silent and live auction and a concert by Kansas City’s own Irish band “The Elders”. Reserve your tickets by contacting Dorothy Bragg at 816.686.8700 or e-mail dbragg@kc.rr.com.

Moving Soon? It would be a great help for the keeper of the records

if you would call the parish office to give us your new address. Also, notify us if you have had a change in your phone number.

Please Pray for all the Sick: Pease call back to let us know when your loved one is out of harm’s way...816.523.2405. Bernadine Hiebl, Jana Moynihan, Paul Lark, Virginia Haake, Lois G., Mary K., Susan H., Doris Schworer, Regina Steinbacher, Maria Metz, Steve O’Halloran, Pete Egan, Fairy Palme r , Ka th leen Cassi dy , Li am Mcgillycuddy, Marilyn, Kathleen Matthews, Clarence Wiedel, Mary Jo and David Ryffe, Anne Quinly, Jacque Curry, Lucas Nedelco, Marc Saviano, Donna Dilks, Ernie Hastings, Dolph and Kathee Schaefer; John and Virginia Baska, Ann Ruisinger and Teresa Kirschbaum. Please pray for those who have died and the

consolation of their families: Sr. Frances Cecilia (cousin of Rose Robarge)

Dennis O’Connor (father of Glenn O’Connor and grandfather to Thomas O’Connor)

Liturgical Ministers —November 14/15, 2009 4:30 pm Servers: Madeline Knopke, Joseph

Knopke, Rachael Beck Lectors: Michael Schaefer, Joe McShane EME: Lorene Faulconer, Toni Walters,

Sonya Salazar, Julie Tapko, Mark Tapko 7:30 am Server: Bob Johnston Lectors: Doug Kinney, Stuart Bintner EME: Sue Rhodes, Loretto Hayes, Bob

Johnston, Bun Murphy, Kris Zondca 10:00 am Servers: Lauren Lanter, Maggie McClain,

Kathleen O’Boyle Lectors: Patrick Tuohey, Joel Jones EME: Sherry Roschitz, Beth Cressey,

Phil Murphy, Peter Stauffacher, Steve Sears, Mary Sears, Jeff Blasi

Weekday Servers: November 9-13 Elena Rush, Charlie Gotschall November 16-20 Derek Lester, Elena Rush

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November 9, 2009 Monday 7:00 am Mary Buck Requested by Ed Hasenyager Tuesday 7:00 am Living & Deceased Members of the

Bowman/Willson Families Requested by Velma Bowman 11:30 am Lonergan/Mercier Families Requested by Ed Lonergan Wednesday 7:00 am Geraldine Enneking Requested by Damion Enneking 8:30 am Dorothy Harris Requested by Dan & Alice Brock Thursday 7:00 am Geraldine Enneking Requested by Damion Enneking 11:30 am Jack & Lena Binaggia Requested by Nadine Binaggia Friday 7:00 am Ramon & Virginia Perez Requested by Pilar Perez Saturday 4:30 pm Henry Sommerhouse Requested by Helen Sommerhouse Sunday 7:30 am St. Elizabeth Parish Family 10:00 am Anthony Tran Requested by Kim Tran

Vocations Cross Exchange November 1—Chris and Sharon Lester

November 8— Greg and Anna Marie Decker

Readings for the Week of November 8, 2009

Sunday: 1 Kgs 17:10-16/Heb 9:24-28/ Mk 12:38-44 or 12:41-44

Monday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17/ Jn 2:13-22

Tuesday: Wis 2:23---3:9/Lk 17:7-10 Wednesday: Wis 6:1-11/Lk 17:11-19 Thursday: Wis 7:22b---8:1/Lk 17:20-25 Friday: Wis 13:1-9/Lk 17:26-37 Saturday: Wis 18:14-16; 19:6-9/Lk 18:1-8 Next Sunday: Dn 12:1-3/Heb 10:11-14, 18/Mk 13:24-32

Church Cleaners for November

Mary Grantham, Loretto Hayes, Janice McMahon

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All families in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph have felt the pain and uncertainty of the recent turmoil in our economy and markets. We reach out to those who have the means to help to ―move mountains‖ through the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. We seek to help the most needy, to educate our children, to nurture family life and marriages, and to help the recently imprisoned adjust to society. God calls us to reach out and the BAA gives us the means to do so.

As you prayerfully consider your pledge to this year’s campaign ―Faith Moves Mountains‖ (Matthew 17:21, consider the times when you might have needed the help of another and you received it. The Catholic Church in Northwest Missouri provides this type of help and relies on your sacrificial giving to make it happen. Be Christ for others…..pledge a generous gift to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal.

We Need You 4 months ended 10/31/1009

Budgeted Amount Contributions $512,000.00 Actual Collected Contributions $470.955.75 Shortage from Budget ($ 41,044.25) We are approaching a time of thanksgiving and we are thankful for all we receive of your time, talent and treasure. As you can see we are falling short of our budget so far this year. We are feeling the pinch from our slow economy like many of our parish families. We had to borrow from our savings to cover our expenses in October. Thank God for our savings but we cannot keep doing that. For those who can, please make sure you are up to date with your pledge. Any goodwill additions are welcome. Thank you for your understanding and efforts. -Fr. Terry Bruce