Bulletin for January 13, 2008

EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEK

SUNDAY-BAPTISM OF THE LORD
READINGS FOR TODAY
First Reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7
Second Reading: Acts 10:34-38
Gospel: Matthew 3:13-17

7:00 For Our Ascension Family
9:00 Dorothy Schneider (Schneider)
10:30 Ray Heindl (Schmalstig)
12:00 Bill Lauter (Manzo)

MONDAY-WEEKDAY
9:00 Zachary Tracy (Grandparents)

TUESDAY-WEEKDAY
9:00 Arthur Heitkamp (Sister)

WEDNESDAY-WEEKDAY
9:00 Wilma Kerekish

THURSDAY-ST. ANTHONY
9:00 Sue Kolson (Family)

FRIDAY-WEEKDAY
9:00 Olga Weisz (Leisure Club)

SATURDAY-WEEKDAY
9:00 Julia Catan (Carmona)
5:00 Ron Hittle (Hinders)

SUNDAY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:00 For Our Ascension Family
9:00 Mary Ann Fortkamp (Baldasare)
10:30 Bernie Melvin (Family)
12:00 Bill Shine (Wife)

SICK AND SHUT-IN LIST
As a parish family concerned for one another, we ask your prayerful support of our hospitalized members.
KETTERING: Margie Klosterman
MIAMI VALLEY: Mike Schement.

2008 GOLDEN/SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
The 2008 Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass for couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary will be held March 29 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Christopher Parish in Vandalia. Couples celebrating their Golden or Silver Wedding Anniversary during 2008 should notify the parish by February 15.

NEW LIFE IN CHRIST
ELLEN MICHELLE GREENE, daughter of Brian Greene and Patricia Nugent Greene, Rosemont Blvd.; EVAN DANIEL BRUN, son of Dennis Brun and Lisa Holtvoigt, Crab Tree Drive; SAMUEL JAMES BRUN, son of Randy Brun and Peggy Muick, Stonewood Drive received new life through the waters of Baptism in recent weeks.
Congratulations to the proud parents, godparents and grandparents.

NEWLY REGISTERED MEMBERS
Welcome to our newly registered members: Kevin Crisler, Crestwell Place; Jaime and Zoraika Naguit, Desai Ct; Mark & Sheila Feleciano, Desai Ct.

TRACK & BASEBALL SIGN-UPS
All RE and Ascension boys and girls in grades 3-8 who would like to be in track ($30) and boys in grades 4-8 who would like to play baseball ($40) can submit a form printed off Ascension’s website at www.ascensionkettering.org/school/sports.htm#. Forms must be turned in to the school or parish office no later than Friday, January 18th. After the 18th a $35 late fee will be assessed.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes WILL meet on January 20-21.
Volunteers Needed: Sunday-Scripture Catechist to discuss the Sunday gospel with students.
Monday-Substitute catechist for Elementary program. Please call the RE Office at 254-0622.

FIRST RECONCILIATION PARENT MEETING
Parents of all children who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time should attend a meeting in the Witzman Center on Monday, January 14. Two sessions will be held: 4:30-5:30 p.m. and 7:00-8:00 p.m. Please choose the session that is more convenient.

YOUTH MINISTRY
HS Retreat Team Forming – 9-12th grade teens are invited to assist in planning and leading our winter retreat on President’s Day weekend. Team meetings Sunday, 4:00-6:00 p.m. January/February. Contact the Youth Office for details 253-1997 or jmurray@ascentionkettering.org.

Family Ski Trip – Sunday, January 27 at Perfect North Slopes. Overnight retreat option Saturday at YMCA with games, swimming and retreat activities. Open to JH and HS youth and family members. Flyers at church doors.

STORYTELLERS: YOUTH MINISTRY THROUGH DRAMA
Dayton Area Youth Ministries presentation of the musical “No Greater Love” will be the weekends of February 29 and March 7 in various churches throughout Dayton. All High School age youth (classes ’08-’11) are invited to be a part of this incredible experience as actors, singers, musicians and crew. All who audition are cast. Auditions for actors, singers and musician are at St. Christopher Parish (435 E. National Rd., Vandalia, Ohio) on January 13 at 1:00 p.m. or January 14 at 7:00 p.m. Crew should come to an initial planning meeting on January 15 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Christopher. If you have any questions please contact Jim Murray at 253-1997 or jmurray@ascensionkettering.org.

WHY CATHOLIC?
Our Why Catholic? small groups will restart the week of January 27 for six weeks of Lent beginning January 27. Study of Scripture and Catholic teachings will continue with Life in Christ: Walking with God. If you are interested in joining a small group see sign-ups in the narthex January 13 and 20 or contact Jim Murray 253-1997 or jmurray@ascensionkettering.org.

NURSING HOME OR HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS
If you know of any parishioners who are homebound or in a nursing home that are not being visited by a Eucharistic Minister please let Sister Agnes know. We do want to keep in touch.

Lenten Ashes to Ashes program…coming soon, Sunday, February 3rd. More information will follow.

ANSWER THE CALL – 2008
The 14th Annual Catholic Men’s Conference will be held Saturday, March 1st, at Music Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prayerful, spirit-filled, life changing! The day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends around 4:00 p.m. following Mass with our local Bishops and Priests con-celebrating. A dynamic line-up of speakers is scheduled, including: Brian Kelly, University of Cincinnati head football coach; Tarek Saab, a 28 year old CEO, author, and finalist on the reality TV show, “The Apprentice,” Bro. Loughlan Sofield, who has devoted his life to working with the clergy and the laity to expand their knowledge and effectiveness in the church; and Fr. Phillip Chavez, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Holy Trinity who “strives to call men toward their natural duty to mentor younger men.” Fr. Mark Burger will also return this year to lead the inspirational Reconciliation Service that has been an integral part of previous conferences. Ticket price is $40.00 for adults including lunch, scholarships are available. Look for ticket order information in the narthex or contact Mike Wager at 435-5974 or mwager@aol.com.

THANK YOU
We are writing to thank you for your continued support of the Greenmont Church Food Pantry. It is a blessing to us and the families we care for. You have been Faith-filled Partners for many years in helping to bring nourishment of body and spirit to families who live in hunger, anxiety and fear in our community.
Your most recent help in preparing for the Christmas food baskets is so much appreciated. Your parish really lives out the teachings of Jesus in caring for and loving our neighbors. We thank you. You have helped 144 families have hope and nourishment for this Christmas holiday. May God bless your congregation. Thank you again.
Greenmont-Oak Park Community Church

DIVORCE CARE
This special help seminar and support group for adults experiencing divorce or separation will be held on Thursday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m., January 17 through April 17 at St. Francis of Assisi Church. DivorceCare features nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery topics such as anger, loneliness, new relationships, etc. DivorceCare For Kids is another support group which will run concurrently with the adult sessions. It is a special place for children, ages 5-12, to find help and healing with other kids who understand what it feels like when parents divorce. The registration fee is $25.00. Scholarships and family rates are available. For more information or to register, call John Muhlenkamp at 435-4613 or Rita Nieport at 435-9246.

YOU ARE INVITED
The Kettering Community Chorus is about to start rehearsals for its 2008 season. If you enjoy singing, you will certainly enjoy singing with this musical organization. The members are from all parts of the Miami Valley. Our repertoire will include four sets: 1) spirituals, 2) a medley of old familiar hymns, 3) a medley of music by Irving Berlin, and 4) music from animated Disney films. It will be both fun and inspirational. Our venues include churches, retirement homes and many festivals. For more information, call the director, Marvin Hileman at 4700340.

DAY OF REFLECTION
Join the Sisters of Notre Dame, Covington, Ky., for a Day of Reflection to discover one’s personal vocation on becoming who you are. Single women ages 18-40 are invited for a day of sharing, reflection, prayer and socializing on January 19 from 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Overnight accommodations are available. Contact Sister Jean Marie Hoffman at 859-344-6258 or email jhoffman@dcchome.org.

HELP THE POOR
You can get the full value of your car by a tax write off when gifting it to Good Shepherd Ministries. And you can also do the same with your motorcycle, trailer, RV, boat or jet ski.
You can assist Good Shepherd Ministries to help ex-offenders to restore and transform their lives with God’s grace into successful citizens. Call and arrange a time convenient for you to have the vehicle towed for free. Call Dale at 256-8344.

HAM SHOOT
The Knights of Columbus Council 4424 will hold its family oriented Ham Shoot on January 20, 11:00 a.m. sign-in, and Noon start shooting. New menu, new rally format, quicker and faster action. Admittance is free. Location: Our Lady of Peace Hall, 4293 Powell Rd, Huber Heights. Open to the public! More information call 233-1711.

FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION
The next Food Pantry collection will take place next weekend, January 19-20. As we begin to replenish the Pantry following the distribution of holiday baskets, we have a special need for the basics including soup and other canned or packaged foods; Jell-O and puddings, macaroni & cheese; hand, bath, dish and Laundry soap; bathroom tissue, etc. Thank you for your continued support. If you forget the dates of our collections, there are always marked boxes for the Pantry in the brides room, located just off the Narthex.

ADOPTION FAIR
The 6th Annual Adoption Fair will be held on January 26 at Fairhaven Church, 637 E. Whipp Road from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Adoption and Foster Care professionals from 30 area organizations will answer questions about infant domestic adoption, international adoption, and school age/sibling group adoption. For more information call the Catholic Social Services at 223-7217 x 2122.

ITALIAN DINNER AND AUCTION
Helping families with pregnancy and parenting needs. Come and enjoy a delicious Italian dinner, while you bid on baskets and many other unique items. The event is being held at Knights of Columbus 78 Old Dayton-Yellow Springs Road, Fairborn, Ohio on January 19. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; dinner starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $7.00 adults; $3.00 child; $20.00 max for family. Please bring something new or gently used for the auction. For more information call Pat at 845-0403.

ASCENSION’S ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK
Complete calendar online: www.ascensionkettering.org/calendar.htm

SUNDAY
Parish Registration After 9:00 & 10:30 Masses-WC
Coffee & Donuts After 9:00 & 10:30 Masses-WC
9:00 Contemporary Choir
10:15 RE Middle School
10:30 Early Childhood
10:30 Traditional Choir
1:00 Baptism

MONDAY
4:15 Elementary RE Classes
4:30 First Reconciliation Parent Meeting-WC
6:30 RE Middle School
7:00 First Reconciliation Parent Meeting-WC
7:00 Sharing Our Gifts-POB
7:30 Men’s Club-WC

TUESDAY
5:30 Twinning-POB
7:00 Stewardship Meeting-POB
7:15 RCIA-WC

WEDNESDAY
7:15 Pastoral Council-WC

THURSDAY
6:30 Bingo-PAC
7:00 Traditional Choir Practice-Church

SATURDAY
Food Pantry Collection
4:00 Confessions
5:00 Evening Mass

SUNDAY
Food Pantry Collection
10:15 RE Middle School
10:30 Early Childhood
10:30 Traditional Choir
11:45 HSYM LIFE Groups-YMR
1:00 Baptism
2:00 Common Sense Parenting 2-WC
5:00 HSYM LIFE Groups-YMR
7:00 HSYM LIFE Groups-YMR