Let us pray that the mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of parishioner Steven Berenyi, husband of Martha Berenyi and father of parishioner Eva (Stephen) Heath and grandfather to parishioners Katy, Matthew and John Heath. Read Steven's obituary. Steven's funeral is 10:55am on Saturday at St. Alphonsus.
Saturday Is Pumpkinfest & Oktoberfest
Please join us for this long-time parish tradition hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Throughout the day, enjoy family-friendly fun like hayrides, pumpkin decorating, games, pony rides, a petting zoo and bounce houses. Plus, head to Parish Hall to purchase items from the delicious Oktoberfest menu.
In the evening, join us in Parish Hall for an Oktoberfest-themed dinner and decor, as well as music from Polkamotion, dancing, contests and a raffle.
Don't forget to turn in your raffle tickets you should have received in the mail by TODAY at the parish office, which is open until 4pm.
In the evening, join us in Parish Hall for an Oktoberfest-themed dinner and decor, as well as music from Polkamotion, dancing, contests and a raffle.
Don't forget to turn in your raffle tickets you should have received in the mail by TODAY at the parish office, which is open until 4pm.
Celebrating St. Francis
Blessing of the Animals Sunday +
Hallow Prayer Challenge
On the Feast of St. Francis, October 4 at 1pm, Deacon Tim will bless any pets you'd like to bring to the St. Alphonsus Outdoor Stations of the Cross. Please ensure they are on a leash or contained in some way.
Please also join us in praying together as a parish as part of our latest Hallow Prayer Challenge: Rebuild My Church inspired by St. Francis.
Hallow Prayer Challenge: Rebuild My Church
Oct. 4-11, our very own Fr. Travis, Fr. Mike Schmitz and others will lead us to consider how Jesus is calling us to re-energize his Church and our parish specifically.
To sign up for the challenge, click on the Church tab of the Hallow app and look in the Spotlight section. Click Join, and beginning Oct. 4, remember to check back each day for new content.
To learn more about our partnership with Hallow and how to get free content, visit ZionsvilleCatholic.com/Hallow.
Free Documentary About St. Francis
Franciscan University is making available a documentary about the life of St. Francis for the Jubilee Year marking the 800th anniversary of his death.
"St. Francis: Sign of Contradiction" is a 76-minute documentary filmed in Assisi with Fr. Dave Pivonka who shares the life of St. Francis and how you can apply the saint's example to your everyday life.
Please also join us in praying together as a parish as part of our latest Hallow Prayer Challenge: Rebuild My Church inspired by St. Francis.
Hallow Prayer Challenge: Rebuild My Church
Oct. 4-11, our very own Fr. Travis, Fr. Mike Schmitz and others will lead us to consider how Jesus is calling us to re-energize his Church and our parish specifically.
To sign up for the challenge, click on the Church tab of the Hallow app and look in the Spotlight section. Click Join, and beginning Oct. 4, remember to check back each day for new content.
To learn more about our partnership with Hallow and how to get free content, visit ZionsvilleCatholic.com/Hallow.
Free Documentary About St. Francis
Franciscan University is making available a documentary about the life of St. Francis for the Jubilee Year marking the 800th anniversary of his death.
"St. Francis: Sign of Contradiction" is a 76-minute documentary filmed in Assisi with Fr. Dave Pivonka who shares the life of St. Francis and how you can apply the saint's example to your everyday life.
Candlelight Vigil for Life
October 7, 6:45-7:15pm
St. Alphonsus Liguori, in coordination with our Embrace Life Ministry, invites you to our first annual Prayer Service and Candlelight Vigil for Life.
Join us in the Church as we mark Respect Life Month all throughout October. At the vigil and prayer service, we will:
Pray the Respect for Life Novena With Us on Hallow: Oct. 22-30
Join us in the Church as we mark Respect Life Month all throughout October. At the vigil and prayer service, we will:
- Commemorate and mourn those lost too soon to illness, accident, miscarriage, suicide, assisted suicide, euthanasia and abortion.
- Honor the gift of all human life from conception to natural death.
Pray the Respect for Life Novena With Us on Hallow: Oct. 22-30
Join thousands of Catholics across the country praying this novena for the protection of human life from conception to natural death.
Each day of the novena features a different prayer intention, short reflection and ideas for building a culture of life. Join the waitlist on our Church tab in the Hallow app.
Each day of the novena features a different prayer intention, short reflection and ideas for building a culture of life. Join the waitlist on our Church tab in the Hallow app.
Divorce Recovery & New Beginnings
Starts Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 6:30pm
This seven-week series of healing discussions and exercises led by Deacon Bob Angelich can help you process the many emotions of divorce in a confidential Catholic environment.
Attendees do not need to be Catholic but must be civilly-divorced or have filed for civil divorce.
Attendees do not need to be Catholic but must be civilly-divorced or have filed for civil divorce.
Nativity Scenes on Sale
Through Oct. 11
This Week's Events +
Volunteer Requests
UPCOMING EVENTS
October:
1 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 6:30pm
1 - How to Pray the Rosary, 6:30pm
3-17 Coat & Blanket Collection
3 - Pumpkinfest, Noon-4pm
3 - Oktoberfest, 4-11pm
4 - Becoming Catholic, 9am
4 - Becoming Catholic: Children & Teens, 9am
4 - Blessing of the Pets, 1pm
5 - Monday Evening Bible Study, 6pm
6 - That Man Is You, 6am
6 - SHE Shall Be Called Woman, 7pm
7 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 9:30am
7 - Divorce Recovery, 6:30pm
7 - Prayer Shawl Ministry, 6:30pm
7 - Candlelight Vigil for Life, 6:45pm
7 - SANCTUS Prayer, Penance, Pub (Young Adults), 6pm
Click here for the full calendar.
October:
1 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 6:30pm
1 - How to Pray the Rosary, 6:30pm
3-17 Coat & Blanket Collection
3 - Pumpkinfest, Noon-4pm
3 - Oktoberfest, 4-11pm
4 - Becoming Catholic, 9am
4 - Becoming Catholic: Children & Teens, 9am
4 - Blessing of the Pets, 1pm
5 - Monday Evening Bible Study, 6pm
6 - That Man Is You, 6am
6 - SHE Shall Be Called Woman, 7pm
7 - Dive Into Scripture: Ephesians, 9:30am
7 - Divorce Recovery, 6:30pm
7 - Prayer Shawl Ministry, 6:30pm
7 - Candlelight Vigil for Life, 6:45pm
7 - SANCTUS Prayer, Penance, Pub (Young Adults), 6pm
Click here for the full calendar.
HELP NEEDED
- Volunteer for 7th/8th grade youth ministry (1 male volunteer needed)
- Kitchen Help Needed for Middle & High School Ministry
- 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:
- Oct. 4, 9:30am & 4pm - Religious Education
- Oct 4, 1pm - Confirmation Day of Reflection
- Oct. 4, 6pm - Life Teen (High School), Rooted & Edge (5-6th, 7-8th)
- Oct. 4, 6pm - Post-Confirmed Ministry
- Oct. 5, 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 still need 1 male volunteer for 7th/8th grade ministry. If you can help, volunteer here.
We also need help in the kitchen for middle and high school on Sunday nights. Sign up to help here.
We also need help in the kitchen for middle and high school on Sunday nights. Sign up to help here.
Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Through Called and Gifted
Starts Oct. 21
Called and Gifted is a program that helps to uncover how the Holy Spirit is uniquely at work in your life. This powerful discernment process helps you recognize the charisms (spiritual gifts) you've been given as a channel of God's goodness for others.
The program is a mixture of videos and discussion diving into topics such as discernment, intentional discipleship and the Holy Spirit.
Ryan Bowen shares below how Called & Gifted has personally impacted his life.
The program is a mixture of videos and discussion diving into topics such as discernment, intentional discipleship and the Holy Spirit.
Ryan Bowen shares below how Called & Gifted has personally impacted his life.
Join the Eucharistic Adoration
"Night Watch"
Keep Watch With Jesus While Our Parish Sleeps
White Mass for Healthcare Workers: Oct. 18
Register by Oct. 9
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.
