Our Very Own Seminarian Sam Bhatt on the Holy Banter Podcast
In this episode of Holy Banter, St. Alphonsus seminarian Sam Bhatt shares his unique experience
of God’s call, not as a rigid obligation, but as the ultimate adventure of a lifetime.
Through hilarious personal stories and deeply encouraging insights, he shares what it really means to step out in faith, embrace the unknown and say a bold "yes" to a purpose much bigger than yourself.
of God’s call, not as a rigid obligation, but as the ultimate adventure of a lifetime.
Through hilarious personal stories and deeply encouraging insights, he shares what it really means to step out in faith, embrace the unknown and say a bold "yes" to a purpose much bigger than yourself.
Celebration of Psalms
Haiti Benefit Concert
In the Church on Sept. 27, 3pm
Experience an afternoon of choral music featuring 50 musicians ages 6 to 89 from the St. Alphonsus Adult, Youth & Young Adult, and Children's Choirs accompanied by piano, violin and cello.
It will also be the debut of our brand new organ with a guest organist!
Through beautiful choral settings of the Psalms and a brief reflection from
Fr. Antony Jean Baptiste, a local priest from Haiti, we will celebrate the gift of music while raising support and awareness for our sister parish, St. Anthony of Padua, in Haiti.
There will also be an opportunity to purchase Haitian-made goods to support the ministry. All are welcome!
It will also be the debut of our brand new organ with a guest organist!
Through beautiful choral settings of the Psalms and a brief reflection from
Fr. Antony Jean Baptiste, a local priest from Haiti, we will celebrate the gift of music while raising support and awareness for our sister parish, St. Anthony of Padua, in Haiti.
There will also be an opportunity to purchase Haitian-made goods to support the ministry. All are welcome!
Oktoberfest & Pumpkinfest
Saturday, October 3
At this fall family celebration in our Sports Field from Noon-4pm, you can purchase food from a German Oktoberfest menu in Parish Hall, enjoy a Biergarten, as well as free hayrides, pumpkin decorating, face painting, petting zoo, horse and pony rides, games and bounce houses.
From 4-11pm in Parish Hall, adults 21+ can enjoy an Oktoberfest-themed dinner, drinks and decor, as well as music by Polkamotion and dancing. There is also a raffle to raise funds for various charitable organizations. Make sure to return your Oktoberfest Raffle Tickets by Oct. 1 in the mail, Mass collection baskets or to the parish front office.
This Week's Events +
Volunteer Requests
UPCOMING EVENTS
September:
18 - Young Adult Swing Dance,
St. Louis de Montfort, 6:30pm
20-27 - Collection for New Moms in Need (Narthex/Weitzel Bins)
20 - Becoming Catholic, 9am (Zoom)
20 - Becoming Catholic: Children & Teens, 9am
20 - Coffee & Donuts, After 10:30am Mass Only
20 - Cookies for a Cause Bake, 2pm
21 - Monday Evening Bible Study, 6pm
22 - That Man Is You, 6am
22 - SHE Shall Be Called Woman, 7pm
23 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 9am
23 - SANCTUS Prayer, Penance, Pub (Young Adults), 6pm
Click here for the full calendar.
September:
18 - Young Adult Swing Dance,
St. Louis de Montfort, 6:30pm
20-27 - Collection for New Moms in Need (Narthex/Weitzel Bins)
20 - Becoming Catholic, 9am (Zoom)
20 - Becoming Catholic: Children & Teens, 9am
20 - Coffee & Donuts, After 10:30am Mass Only
20 - Cookies for a Cause Bake, 2pm
21 - Monday Evening Bible Study, 6pm
22 - That Man Is You, 6am
22 - SHE Shall Be Called Woman, 7pm
23 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 9am
23 - SANCTUS Prayer, Penance, Pub (Young Adults), 6pm
Click here for the full calendar.
HELP NEEDED
- Volunteer for 7th/8th grade youth ministry
- Kitchen Help Needed for Middle & High School Ministry
- Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity: Sept. 25 (4 spots left)
- Help with Children's Liturgy of the Word at 10:30am Mass
- Provide breakfast for Becoming Catholic (OCIA)
- Be a Mentor Couple for couples getting married
- Help With Coffee & Donuts every other month
Youth Faith Formation
IMPORTANT DATES:
We also need help in the kitchen for middle and high school on Sunday nights. Sign up to help here.
- Sept. 20, 9:30am - First Holy Communion Parent Meeting
- Sept. 20, 9:30am & 4pm - Religious Education,
- Sept. 20, 6pm - Life Teen, Rooted & Edge
- Sept. 21, 5 & 6pm - Religious Education
- Nov. 7, 9am-Noon - Fall Service Day to help parishioners rake leaves. Volunteer here.
- Nov. 14, 9am-Noon: First Reconciliation Retreat (2nd graders + 1 parent only)
- Nov. 15/16 RE: Advent All-Family Session
We also need help in the kitchen for middle and high school on Sunday nights. Sign up to help here.
Fulton Sheen Pilgrimage with
St. Maria Goretti Oct. 6
Wedding Anniversary Mass
Sept. 20, 2pm
St. Joseph Retreat & Conference Center
Couples celebrating significant wedding anniversaries are invited to a special Mass and reception with Bishop Doherty on Sunday, September 20 at 2pm ET at Saint Joseph Retreat and Conference Center in Tipton. For details and to RSVP, go to www.dol-in.org/AnniversaryMass or call (765) 269-4664.
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.
