Parish Office: 458-6114 Fax: 458-8179 E-mail: olvof-fice@olvmt.org

They were overjoyed at seeing the star, and on entering the house they saw the child with Mary his mother.

— Matthew 2:10—11

Weekend Eucharist:

Wolf Creek: 1st and 3rd Saturday 3:00 pm (November through April) OLV: Saturdays 6:00 pm Sundays 8:00 am and 10:30 am

Weekday Eucharist:

OLV: Wednesdays 6:30 pm

Reconciliation:

OLV: Wednesdays 5:45 pm or by appointment

LOW GLUTEN HOSTS are available - please

contact the parish office at 458-6114 to inquire.

January 7, 2018

OUR LADY of the VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH 1502 Shirley Rd — Helena, MT

Fr. Dan Shea, Pastor Randy Fraser, Deacon Steve Barry, Deacon

Our Lady of the Valley Parish

Sacred Heart Church

Parish Office Staff Office Manager: Pam Banning Bookkeeper: Cathi Nelson

Youth Ministry Cyndi Krings (PreK-5th) 449-9950 David Casey (Middle School) 443-4750 David Casey (High School) 443-4750

Music Ministry Maggie Brennan

AFF (formerly RCIA) Tim Harris 443-5158 Sharon Richetti Dennis O’Reilly Rick Richetti Carleen Layne

Finance Council Members Chris Jensen (Chair) Tim Harris Laurie Bowlds Kim Kradolfer Karolyne Redding Jim Hill

Pastoral Council Members Pete (Chair) & Barb Oljar Pam Buzalsky Dan & Lucy Gengler Carol Frazer Jim & Kate McDonnell Mary Smith Teri Flemming Rhonda Malecha Mike & Val Bright Mary Kistler Rick & Sharon Richetti Jim McKeon Charlotte McMilin Tammy Stefanik .

Baptism Classes January-April-July-October (Contact Parish Office)

Marriage Preparation 6 months’ notice required (Contact Parish Office)

Please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to

update your phone records when disconnecting your landline. ~ Thank you!

HEARING DEVICES are available for anyone interested in using them.

They are located in the drawer beneath the holy water font.

READINGS January 14th

1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20 John 1:35-42

SACRED HEART CHURCH 125 Walsh St — Wolf Creek, MT

Office Hours: 10 am-3 pm Mon-Fri

1st Reading: Isaiah 60:1—6

Darkness covers the earth, and heavy clouds hang over the people. But the light has come, and the glory

of the Lord shines bright.

2nd Reading: Ephesians 3:2—3a, 5—6

In Christ Jesus, Gentiles and Jews are co-heirs of the family fortune and co-sharers

in the saving promise.

Gospel: Matthew 2:1—12

The magi from the east followed the star until it stopped still over the house. They entered, found the child with Mary, prostrated themselves, and did him homage.

The Epiphany of the Lord

JANUARY 7th READINGS

Saturday 6th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass for Jack Pachek

6:00 pm Mass for Eileen Shea

Fr. Dan’s Birthday celebration after 6 pm Mass

Sunday 7th 8:00 am Mass for the People

9:15 am Pre-K to 6th

10:30 am Mass

Fr. Dan’s Birthday celebration after both Masses

Tuesday 9th 7:00 pm Pastoral Council

Wednesday 10th 5:45 pm Reconciliation

6:30 pm Mass

7:00 pm Jr High/High School RE

7:00 pm RCIA

Saturday 13th 3:00 pm NO Wolf Creek Mass

6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 14th 8:00 am Mass for the People

9:15 am NO Pre-K to 6th

9:15 am Baptism class-Conference Rm

10:30 am Mass

A WELCOMING COMMUNITY

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

January 6 — 14, 2018

Happy Birthday, Fr. Dan!

Please join us for refreshments after every Mass this weekend!

Share the gift of laughter with Fr. Dan! Bring your funny joke or story and place it in the birthday joke box!

BAPTISM CLASS at OLV Sunday, January 14, 2018

9:15 — 10:15 am Conference Room

Call the office 458-6114 for more information!

Adult Education Opportunity

Presented by Pat Bollinger: The Holy Longing – The Search for a

Christian Spirituality by Ronald Rohlheiser. Books may be purchased for $12

—Call 442-5268

Weekly sessions are held on Tuesdays beginning January 9th through

February 6th, 2018 at St. Mary’s Catholic Community.

Choose morning, or evening classes: 10:00-11:30 AM & 6:30-8:00 PM

Volunteer wanted to prepare quarterly schedules for St. Peter’s and

Fort Harrison hospital ministers.

Schedules take approximately one hour to prepare in an Excel spreadsheet.

If you are interested please call Deacon Randy—933-8839.

16th annual Montana Early Music Festival

January 18-21

4 concerts of Historically Informed Performances of J.S. Bach’s Christmas Oratorio (Part 1)

7:30 pm at Holy Rosary in Bozeman (Thursday, January 18) Immaculate Conception in Butte (Friday, January 19) St. Francis Xavier in Missoula (Saturday, January 20) 4:00 pm at Cathedral of St. Helena in Helena (Sunday January 21) A 17-member chamber orchestra will play period instruments, with concertmaster Carrie Krause. Vocal soloists are Amanda Balestrieri (soprano), Marjorie Bunday (contralto), Daniel Hutchings (tenor), and Rob W. Tudor (baritone). Musikanten Montana Artistic Director Kerry Krebill will conduct the soloists, chamber orchestra and singers of Musikanten Montana.

Seating for the concerts is general admission, with a reserved section for Musikanten Angel donors ($100 and above); tickets will be available at the door, $30 General Admission, $10 Students, with a Family Pass (maximum 5 persons) available for $75. Advanced sales at Birds & Beasley’s and Piccolo’s Music. Visit www.musikantenmt.org for more information.

Fr. Dan

Thank you for the Christmas treats and for your thoughtful

remembrances of my sister, Eileen , in prayer, Masses, and

memorials. You are a very caring community.

FOOD SHARE—Kids need us all year!

Flour

Thank you from the bottom of

my cart! Easy Mac cups pudding cups granola bars fruit cups

shelf stable milk Cheerios juice boxes nut butters

ALWAYS NEEDED for kid packs

-canned soups -canned tuna -peanut butter -flour

-canned meals like —Spaghettios —chili —lasagna

The “Wish List” food items

Adult Faith Formation with RCIA

Interested in learning about the Catholic Church?

Please consider joining us for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.

Classes are at 7 pm most Wednesdays, continuing through the Easter Season.

Wednesday, 1/10: Sacrament of Anointing the Sick (Healing) and

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Need to complete Sacraments of Eucharist or Confirmation?

Want to deepen your understanding of Catholic teaching?

As of 12/14/2017 Pledged: $44,025 (80%) Participation: 34.32%

GOAL: $54,700

Thinking about Separation or Divorce? Is your marriage or that of a relative or friend heading for divorce?

Do you know how to save that marriage? Do you feel helpless?

Retrouvaille is designed to help troubled marriages regain their health. It helps spouses uncover or re-awaken the love, trust, and commitment that originally brought them together.

The program is highly successful in saving hurting marriages, even bringing reconciliation to couples who have already separated or divorced. Retrouvaille is for any couple

who would like to rediscover their marriage and improve communication. See brochures in the entryway or for more

information about an upcoming Retrouvaille Weekend program for couples, contact the registration team

at 800-470-2230 or visit our website:

www.retrouvailleMT.org or www.HelpOurMarriage.com

February 2—4, 2018 Ursuline Retreat Centre Great Falls, MT

The Parish Office will be closed

January 15, 2018

Thank you to all the ladies of the parish who attended the Advent by

Candlelight Tea. By your generosity, we were able to donate $1,030 to Good Samaritan Ministries and God’s Love. Thank you also to Deidre Casey for her beautiful reflection, Hazel Yuhas and

Mary Ellen Morrison for their lovely music, and all those who were involved in planning and hosting the tea, and as always, Fr. Shea for his continued

support of this amazing gathering.

Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth Associates of Helena

Warm Hearts is an ecumenical ministry.

Donated new blankets and new towels will be distributed through

organizations serving the poor in the Helena area.

NEEDS: New twin blankets New bath towels New hand towels New washcloths

Place new items in the large orange box in the

Gathering Space. See the flyer on the box for more information.

Bobby Lavinder 431-1277 Linda McCray 439-2073

WELCOME TO OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH

Our warmest welcome to all who celebrate with us. If you are not registered, have a change of address, or have other needs, please fill out this form and place in the collection basket or mail to the parish office.*

Date: ___________________ Name_____________________________________________ ______New parishioner/Registration form requested Address___________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new address

__________________________________________________ ______ ←check here if new phone number

Phone_____________________________________________ E-Mail Address__________________________________

*Please contact the parish office to inquire about monthly giving through automatic banking (458-6114).

MINISTRY SCHEDULE

January 6—7, 2018

6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Jeff Morris Eucharistic Ministers: Les Harris, Mike Latka, Tammy Novotny, Mary LeMieux, Kelly Parsley Greeters: Rachel Bakken Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Pat Verzani, Dean Mack Eucharistic Ministers: Ed and Jenny Kelly, Justin Lutgen, Mary Lutgen, David Hartnett Greeters: Bob and Micki Bennett Altar Servers: Lucia Lutgen and Sam Klatt

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Erik Burke, Aurora Sebestyen Eucharistic Ministers: Denise Smigaj, Shirley Timmerman, Pat Zincke, Mary Anderson, Karen Bourquin Greeters: Chris and Michelle Griffin Altar Servers: Evelyn Dachs and Julia Krings January 13—14, 2018

6:00 PM Saturday Mass

Lectors: Carol Potuzak Eucharistic Ministers: Peggy Pillman, Karolyne Redding, Angie Treib, Dominick and Ellen Speranza Greeters: Dave and Mary Beth Garding Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

8:00 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Bob Bennett, Trish Bartz Eucharistic Ministers: Sarah Mazanec, Terri Temple, David and Teresa Sturm, Larry Thomas Greeters: Kathleen Callahan Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

10:30 AM Sunday Mass

Lectors: Tammy Stefanik, Dennis Mayernik Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Randy and Mary Fraser, Jeannine Burns, JoAnne Canney, Cassie Jimenez Greeters: Liza Guevin Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome

Coffee Ministry: Volunteers Welcome after Sunday Masses

Bread Bakers: Jan 13, 14—Anita Kearney

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP

December 31, 2017 $ 19,786 December 24, 2017 $ 10,665

December 17, 2017 $ 9,478

Comparative Cumulative Annual Offering (July 1 to date)

January 1, 2017 $ 204,591 December 31, 2017 $ 222,581

December 25, 2016 $ 198,250 December 24, 2017 $ 202,796

December 18, 2016 $ 181,909 December 17, 2017 $ 192,181

(Above totals include automatic banking participation.)

Thank you for your generosity!

Where? Our Lady of the Valley ~ 1502 Shirley Rd

When? Monday, Jan. 22, 2018 ~ 6:30—8:00pm

Contact Info: Deacon Steve Barry (406) 431-8452

Class Link: FPU.COM/1051740 Child Care Provided

Sunday - January 21st 1:30 to 3:00 pm

STONETREE CLIMBING CENTER 1222 Bozeman Avenue

Signup sheets in the Gathering Area.

Please sign up for a great time!

Questions? Contact Becky Tooke 458-6316

or Deacon Steve 431-8452

Altar Server

Climbing Outing

Stone Tree requires a parental waiver to climb. It is available at http://www.stonetreeclimbing.com/waiver-and-rules/

What if you were following a

plan for your money that you

KNEW worked? With Dave

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control of your money, get out

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your future.

Interested in learning more about the class?

Contact Deacon Steve 431- 8452 . Help needed for Dave Ramsey Course sessions

beginning January 22nd at 6:30 pm. If you are able to help please call Deacon Steve—431-8452.

NFL football in the lounge

A Winter Knight’s Feast January 21st 11-3:30 pm KOC #844

Sandwich and

homemade soup

$5/person

Bingo in the parlor plus other activities

1867 Washington by Whalen Tire—Call 442-5420 or 431-9514