Please pray for the repose of the soul of parishioner David Brandenstein, husband of parishioner Judith Brandenstein and father of parishioner Kelly (James) Uland, who passed away September 8.
SHE Women's Ministry Starts
Tuesday, 7pm, Parish Hall
Looking for a way to meet new people and get involved at our parish? All St. Alphonsus women are invited to join the fall session of our women's ministry, SHE Shall Be Called Woman.
Each session lasts an hour and a half and includes fellowship, a video and small group discussion. You're welcome to come to any or all, as missing a session does not put you behind.
Each session lasts an hour and a half and includes fellowship, a video and small group discussion. You're welcome to come to any or all, as missing a session does not put you behind.
Help With Care Packages for
Parish College Students
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 7pm, Weitzel Hall
Please join us for our first SOCS meeting and care package prep night. To help us fill the envelopes, please bring enough snacks, treats or trinkets for about 20 students. We will take care of all the envelopes and packing cards.
The more people who attend, the more unique and exciting these care packages become!
The more people who attend, the more unique and exciting these care packages become!
Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians
Starts Sept. 16/17
Want to learn more about the Bible? Join us for our latest installment in the Dive Into Scripture series. This fall, we'll be diving into St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians. At each session, we'll watch a video and then engage in small group discussion.
Join our study either on Wednesdays at 9:30am or Thursdays at 6:30pm, though you're welcome to mix and match :). The first date is Sept. 16 or 17.
Join our study either on Wednesdays at 9:30am or Thursdays at 6:30pm, though you're welcome to mix and match :). The first date is Sept. 16 or 17.
Congratulations to Deacon Tim Perry
Celebrating the 8th Anniversary of His Ordination, Sept. 15
Congratulations to our very own Deacon Tim Perry
on the 8th anniversary of his ordination on September 15, 2018.
We are so blessed to have him as our Deacon!
Please extend him warm congratulations.
Coming Events + Volunteer Requests
UPCOMING EVENTS
September:
13 - Becoming Catholic, 9am
13 - SANCTUS Adventurers’ Ministry, 10:45am
13 - Children’s Choir Rehearsal, 2:45pm
14 - Monday Evening Bible Study, 6pm
15 - That Man Is You, 6am
15 - SHE Shall Be Called Woman, 7pm
16 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 9:30am
16 - SANCTUS Prayer, Penance, Pub (Young Adults), 6pm
16 - Adult Choir Practice, 7pm
16 - Supporting College Students (SOCS), 7pm
18 - Young Adult Swing Dance,
St. Louis de Montfort, 6:30pm
Click here for the full calendar.
September:
13 - Becoming Catholic, 9am
13 - SANCTUS Adventurers’ Ministry, 10:45am
13 - Children’s Choir Rehearsal, 2:45pm
14 - Monday Evening Bible Study, 6pm
15 - That Man Is You, 6am
15 - SHE Shall Be Called Woman, 7pm
16 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 9:30am
16 - SANCTUS Prayer, Penance, Pub (Young Adults), 6pm
16 - Adult Choir Practice, 7pm
16 - Supporting College Students (SOCS), 7pm
18 - Young Adult Swing Dance,
St. Louis de Montfort, 6:30pm
Click here for the full calendar.
HELP NEEDED
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Make sure to return your Oktoberfest Raffle Tickets by Oct. 1 in the mail, Mass collection baskets or to the parish front office.
- Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity: Sept. 22 (4 spots left) & Sept. 25 (6 spots left)
- Help with Children's Liturgy of the Word at 10:30am Mass (starts Sept. 13)
- Provide breakfast for Becoming Catholic (OCIA)
- Be a Mentor Couple for couples getting married
- Help With Coffee & Donuts every other month
- Be an Altar Server (rising 4th graders and older; last training date Sept. 13)
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Make sure to return your Oktoberfest Raffle Tickets by Oct. 1 in the mail, Mass collection baskets or to the parish front office.
Youth Faith Formation
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Sept. 13 & 27, 10:30 Mass - Children's Liturgy of the Word (Help Needed!)
- Sept. 13 & 14 - First Day of Youth Faith Formation Classes
- Sept. 13 - Final Altar Server Training, 11:45am
- Sept. 13 - Confirmation Day of Reflection, 1-3pm
- Sept. 20, 9:30am - First Holy Communion Parent Meeting
Red Mass for Legal Professionals
October 5, 5:30pm St. Maria Goretti Church
Sign up for Overnight Adoration
We've launched out perpetual adoration campaign to fulfill Fr. Travis' goal of bringing 24/7 adoration to St. Alphonsus. We need every parishioner to sign up for a regular adoration time; even 15 minutes each month helps!
Sign up below and help our parish become a place of perpetual adoration.
"When we change through prayer, parishes change." - Christina Steele
Sign up below and help our parish become a place of perpetual adoration.
"When we change through prayer, parishes change." - Christina Steele
If you have previous choral experience, the SAL Adult Choir needs you! The choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7p and provides music for two 10:30a Masses each month, as well as feast days. Sheet music and personalized rehearsal resources are provided. Join the fun practicing, laughing, and praying together – the choir would love to have you!
Contact Lauren Lawson for additional information at llawson@zionsvillecatholic.com.
Stewardship Notes
Reducing Costs, Enhancing Impact
JANUARY
- 1: Holy Day - Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God @ 9a & 12p
- 10: Family Bingo
- 11: SoulCore
- 11: The 99 Renewal Retreat
- 12: SAL Book Club (RSVP)
- 12 & 13: RE Sessions Start Back
- 13: DOVE Meeting
- 14: Sacramental Prep Mtg. for First Holy Communion @ 7p
- 15: Dive Into Scripture: What We Believe
- 16: St. Monica Ministry
- 17-19: Girls' Retreat
- 22/23: Rummage Sale Drop-Off
- 24/25: Rummage Sale
- 26: Sundays with the Saints @ 9:30a in Parish Hall
Grades 5-12
- July 7: Mercy Monday @The Caring Center - Sign up Here
- July 13: Water Wars & Milkshakes - Sign Up!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
- Lenten Fish Fry
- Children's Liturgy of the Word (March 8 & 22)
- Cookies for a Cause
- OCIA Hospitality
- Parish Revival
- Youth Night Kitchen Help
- First Holy Communion Retreat
- Funeral Mass Team -Training and shadowing are provided. Please click here to email Christina Steele for more information or call 317.873.2885 x14205.
