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LIFELINES
“In a striking way, we see today a heightening of the tension between our
nation’s founding principles and political reality. We see this in diminishing
respect for the inalienable right to life and in the elimination of legal
protections for those who are most vulnerable. There can be no genuine justice
in our society until the truths on which our nation was founded are more
perfectly realized in our culture and law.” (US Bishops, Living the Gospel of
Life, 1998, n. 14).
YEAR FOR PRIESTS
“Were we to fully realize what a priest is on earth, we would die: not of
fright, but of love...Without the priest, the passion and death of our Lord
would be of no avail. It is the priest who continues the work of redemption on
earth...What use would be a house filled with gold, were there no one to open
its door? The priest holds the key to the treasures of heaven: it is he who
opens the door: he is the steward of the good Lord; the administrator of
goods...The priest is not a priest for himself, he is a priest for you.” - St.
John Vianney
FIRST PENANCE MEETING FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN
On Monday, November 16 at 6:30PM in the church hall, there will be a meeting for
parents and CHILDREN who will be receiving the Sacrament of Penance for the
first time this school year. FREE BABYSITTING is available at the church hall
for children not involved in Penance preparation. To use this service, please
call Mary Harvey at 472-8139. Please return Baptismal Information Form.
ENROLLMENT DINNER THANK YOU
The First Holy Communion Class and teachers would like to thank all of the
people who helped make our Enrollment Ceremony and Dinner a prayerful and
enjoyable evening. Our thanks to: celebrant: Msgr. Gaus; coordinator: Janice
Noonan; readers: Sarah Zearing, Faith McMullen and her mother, Robin;
presentation of the Enrollment Book: Estella Persio and Dylan Fedorko and their
mothers; Blessing for before dinner: Fr. Mark Reid; Dining room set-up: Ralph
Harvey, Mary Harvey, and Holy Name School grade 801 students Savannah Ates,
Coleena Markovich, Taylor Peruso, Andrea Weaver; Kitchen Crew: Lois Drahnak,
Mary Do, Mary Lauer, Jean Tsikalas, Herman Clauto, Herman Duman and Nick Berger;
Host Families: Brian & Lora Bracken, Jill and Leah; Beth Burkart and Nick;
Cheryl Frank; Anne Heinzeroth and Meghan; Brian and Cathy Holley; Jim and Becky
Nihart; Dan and Stacy Sweeney, Keara and Braden. The children also wish to thank
their teachers, Mrs. Noonan, Mrs. Braniff and Mrs. Zearing, for their help in
preparing for this event and their continuing help with preparation for the
Sacraments of Penance and Eucharist.
JUNIOR CONFIRMATION RETREAT
The retreat for Junior students of Holy Name Parish who are preparing for the
sacrament of Confirmation is Saturday November 21st, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to
5:30 p.m. at the Saint Francis University Campus Ministry Center in Loretto PA.
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. We ask that you have the Junior
Confirmation Candidate dropped off no later than 8:45 a.m. You should have
received a letter with all the details concerning this retreat. Any questions,
call Tom Deskevich at 472-5903.
6TH, 7TH, AND 8TH GRADERS
Have you ever heard of geocaching? Would you like to learn a little about it?
Join us at Cambria Township Recreation Park on Sunday, November 15th from 2:00
to 3:30 as we try our hand at geocaching. Weather permitting, we will meet in
the park near pavilion number 1. This activity is sponsored by The Youth
Activities Committee. For information or any questions call Darlene Walker -
472-8089.
CCD JR./SR. HIGH NEWS
The Jr./Sr. High CCD program has begun collecting food for its “Feed the Hungry”
Project. Students are asked to bring canned or boxed items to class to donate to
the project. The class that donates the most items will win a prize. Please
encourage your youth to take part in this worthwhile project and help the area’s
needy. Thank you!
APEX NEWS
1. APEX ROOM WILL BE OPEN on Sunday, November 8th from 7:00-9:00PM. We will be
watching a movie. Come and hang out and enjoy an evening with your friends!
2. CANDLELIGHT MASS - APEX would like to thank Fr. Mark Reid and Brandyn Pryce
for making the Candlelight Mass “Night of the Living Dead” this past Saturday
Night a wonderful, spiritual celebration. Thank you for all your help!
RCIA CATHOLIC INQUIRY CLASS
The last RCIA Inquiry class is Thursday, Nov.12 at 7PM in the Church Library.
Holy Name will be welcoming two Catechumens and two Candidates as we celebrate
the Rite of Acceptance at the 5PM Mass on Saturday, November 14th.
COPING WITH GRIEF AND THE HOLIDAYS
After the death of a relative or close friend, coping with holidays such as
Thanksgiving and Christmas can seem overwhelming. This program, based on a film
“A Ray of Hope,” offers some helpful ideas. Tues. Nov.10, 7:00 pm in the church
hall. To attend, call Sr. Margie 472-8315.
CREED CLASSES The last 2 dates for adult classes on The Creed are: Wed. Nov.18;
Tues. Nov 24.
STEWARDSHIP OF TIME - NO TIME IS USELESS
Time is sacred and no time is useless. Today’s trends are creating problems, but
they are likewise creating the possibility of people giving time to meet these
problems. The Christian message must be made articulate to motivate people to be
good stewards of time.
LOSE SOMETHING?
Still can’t find those car keys, or that pager or necklace? Chances are they’re
right here at the rectory! And some of these items have been here for quite a
long while! Please call the rectory office at 472-7244 ext. 101.
NATIVITY DISPLAY
Once again we will hold a Nativity Display and Family Social in the Church Hall
on Sunday afternoon December 13th. More information will be available soon,
including a registration form.
HOLY NAME HOME/SCHOOL BREAKFAST
The next breakfast will be held today 8 from 8:00AM - Noon in the church hall.
Ages 15 and older $6.00, ages 5-14 $4.00 and ages 4 and under free. Buffet
includes eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, potatoes, toast, muffins, fresh fruit,
juice, coffee and hot tea. Hope to see you there!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MEMORIAL MASS
The Knights of Columbus annual Memorial Mass for deceased members of the order
will be at the 8:00 AM mass next Sunday. Knights and their guests will attend
the council’s annual Communion breakfast immediately after mass in the church
hall. Today (11/08) is the last day to register for the breakfast.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS REMINDER
Meeting Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 PM in the church hall. Rosary for deceased
members.
CCW BAKED GOODS and PRIZE MONEY CHANCES
Sr. Margie is requesting Baked Goods for the CCW Sisters Festival and Spaghetti
Dinner, Sun. Nov.15 at Bishop Guilfoyle High School, Altoona. Dinners served
11am-2:00pm. Chances on $1000 are available through Sr. Margie. Hope to see you
there.
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Multimedia Competition: Fourteen teams, from the
five Mainline Area Catholic Schools competed in the annual Multimedia
Competition held at BC on November 2. All three teams from Holy Name plus one
team from Saint Michael’s advanced to the Diocesan Multimedia Competition on
Thursday, November 5. We congratulate Maggie Lykens, Sorina Lautenbacher, Ashley
Wilt, Andrea Weaver, Taylor Peruso, Addison Ratchford, Alex Way, Caleb Oldham
and their coach, Mrs. Rose Bassaro.
Mobile Ed. Program: The Home School Association is sponsoring the program,
“Lights, Camera, Action” for Grades K-8 on Monday, November 9. The purpose of
this program is to meet the ever increasing needs of students to explore the
latest elements of the technological revolution. All classes will be exposed to
a demonstration of a digital, state of the television studio and how it works.
Conferences: Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, November 10.
Conference times have been sent home to each family.
No School: There is no school on November 11, due to the observation of
Veteran’s Day.
Spelling Bee: Interested students from Grades 6-7-8 will participate in our
school’s annual spelling bee on November 12 at 10:00 am in the church hall. The
top two spellers will prepare for the Scripp’s Spelling Bee to be held at Saint
Francis University in the spring.
Drug Program: The Sixth Grade class will have the opportunity to participate in
a drug education program sponsored by Judge Gerard Long’s office at 1:00 pm on
Nov. 12 in the gym. Included in the program is a demonstration of the use of a
drug dog to locate hidden drugs.
Jersey Day: Peewee basketball players may wear their Holy Name team jerseys to
school on Friday, November 13.
Scrip: Students continue to work toward a goal of $150,000 in sales by the end
of December. We are currently at $41,000. Thank you to everyone who is
supporting the program. Scrip cards can be used for holiday shopping and also
make terrific gifts for Christmas. Cards are available at the school and rectory
office daily. Help the students reach their goal to earn a Winter Olympics Day.
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ST. PATRICK PARISH, JOHNSTOWN will sponsor a Turkey & Meat Raffle in the St.
Patrick’s School cafeteria on Fri. Nov. 13. Doors open at 6PM, wheel spins at
6:30PM. Win a complete Thanksgiving dinner. Delicious food and beverages
available also. Meat from Conzatti’s Italian Market.
QUEEN OF PEACE PARISH, PATTON Thanksgiving Baked Goods Sale; advance orders only
by calling 674-8983. Order deadline is November 23rd at Noon. Rolls, pies,
cheesecake, gobs and cream puffs (all pumpkin) and dinner rolls available. Pick
up will be Wed. Nov. 25th from Noon-6:30PM in the Queen of Peace hall, upper
level.
CHURCH OF THE TRANSFIGURATION, CONEMAUGH will hold a Fish Fry on Fri. Nov. 13
from 3:30-6:30PM. Adults $8, children $5. Take outs available by calling
535-2698.
CARMELITE COMMUNITY OF THE WORD will hold their annual Pre-Christmas Fair and
Spaghetti Dinner on Sun. Nov. 15 from 11AM-3PM at Bishop Guilfoyle High School,
Altoona. Join us for a delicious meal and some family fun at our prize booths.
For additional information contact the C.C.W.’s at 886-4098 or any of the CCW
convents.
ST. JOSEPH CHURCH, PORTAGE will hold a Turkey Bingo on Mon. Nov 16th in the
church hall at 7:00PM. 25 turkeys and 5 $10 Stager Store Gift Certificates will
be given as prizes. Donation is $5 for first 9 bingo cards played and then 10
cents per bingo card per game. Refreshments will be available.
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