W E L C O M E T O T H E FA I T H C O M M U N I T Y O F

OUR LADY OF VICTORY -Mission Statement-

We are a community that lives and shares the preaching, teaching and healing of Christ.

Sunday Masses Weekday Masses Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 4:30 PM Monday 7AM & 5:30 PM Thursdays: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday 7 AM, 9 AM & 11 AM Tuesday - Friday 7AM Saturdays: 8:30 AM & 3:00 PM Saturday 8 AM

October 10, 2021 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Welcome to Our Lady of Victory Catholic Parish

Happenings in the Parish Family Please continue to Pray for Our Sick and their Caregivers: Diane Allen, Michael Bihl, Cindy Boboth, Sue Boboth, Tom Brehmer, Mick Clark, Kim Clary, Shannon Colemer, Trudy Dells, Tracey (Dietz) Carlson, Gregg Dietz, Pat Fitzpatrick, John Gerardy, Tate Green, Angie Harris, Donna Harvey, Arlene & Paul Herrig, Jean Kavanaugh, Dave Keller, Loretta Kelley, Carolyn Kuebler, Miguel Lopez, Robert Mack, Pat Maring, Jim McCarthy, Beverly McCreary, Daniel McGranaghan, Nick Miller, Janie Mitchell, Gary Neece & Mary Neece, Melinda (Siskoff) Neumann, David Nitzel, Tara Painter, Natalie Paulsen, Colleen Ryan, Kenneth Scodeller, Amy Schubert, Shirley Sinnott, John Smiley, Latricia Straight, Cliff Tappa, Christian Tilkens, Tom Simmons, Pam Walloch, Vince Welk, Anthony Zimanek Bans of Marriage: II Alexa Ripslinger & Adam Byrne Wedding: Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Huber (nee Katie Supplee) on your new life together! Baptism: Nash Alexander, son of Richard and Nicole (Myslinski) Goff. Congratulations on your spiritual birthday! Rest in Peace: Please pray for Larry Lyons, father of Anita (Nathan) Gorzney; Tedd Thomas, father of Lisa (Mark) Ray, son-in-law of Liz Finkenhoefer; Jane Seier, sister of Jerry (LuAnn) Seier. May the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

A message from Fr. Jake….. Happy Parish Feast Day! This weekend we celebrate the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title of Our Lady of Victory, which is linked to the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary (October 7). Our parish has now been witnessing to Jesus Christ for 59 years here in Northwest Davenport, so we definitely have many things to thank God for as we celebrate our past and look forward to the future. Again, Happy Feast Day to everyone! As we celebrate our anniversary as a parish, I want to talk a little bit about stewardship because of the amazing ways that stewardship has been displayed in this parish. Stewardship is the term that is used to describe how each of us is called by God to do two actions. First and foremost, we are called to acknowledge the gifts that we have in our lives. Each of us are blessed in different ways, so we should not compare ourselves to each other as we thank God for the unique gifts that he has poured into our lives. Once we acknowledge these gifts, we are then called by God to use these gifts in service of Him and others. The parish's growth over the last 59 years has happened because thousands of parishioners and friends of the parish have recognized that God has blessed them in their lives, and as a result, they gave of the gifts in their lives to help the parish grow and thrive. This amazing tradition continues. We have an amazing history of loving God and loving neighbor. As I conclude my article, I want to recognize in a special way the founding members of OLV who are still with us here in our parish. Every year God calls home a few more of these amazing parishioners, but those who remain are living witnesses of how stewardship is done. Please thank them for all they have done to get OLV to where we are at today. Happy Feast Day, and as always we ask: Our Lady of Victory, pray for us!

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Mass Schedule and Parish Events

Saturday

9 8:00 AM Mass (CH) 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Confession (CH) 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Confession (CH) 4:30 PM Mass (CH) Ministry Spotlight - Music Ministry

Sunday

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Ministry Spotlight - Music Ministry 7:00 AM Mass (CH) 9:00 AM Mass (CH) 9:00 AM RCIA (GSMR) 11:00 AM Mass (CH) 11:00 AM American Sign Language for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Mass (CH) 12:15PM GriefShare (GSMR) 3:00 PM Housing Crisis Film Study (GSMR) 4:30 PM IGNITE Sundays Mass (CH) and programming (PC/School)

Monday

11 7:00 AM Mass - Reserved for High Risk (CH) 5:30 PM Mass - Reserved for High Risk (CH) 6:00 PM Prayer Shawl Ministry (PC) 7:00 PM Stewardship Committee (GSMR)

Tuesday

12 7:00 AM Mass (CH) 6:00 PM Ladies Council Meeting (GSMR) 7:00 PM Liturgy Committee Meeting (GSMR)

Wednesday

13 7:00 AM Mass (CH) 8:00 AM JFK School Mass (CH) 12:30 PM Matter of Balance #2 (GSMR) 6:00 PM Faith Formation (JFK/CAF/GYM/PC) 7:00 PM The 99 Experience Group (GSMR) 7:00 PM NCYC Prep Night (YR)

Thursday

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7:00 AM Mass (CH) 10:00 AM Queen of Heaven Meeting (GSMR) 10:30 AM Ridgecrest Mass (RC) 1:00 PM Nourish via ZOOM 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Confessions (CH) 6:30 PM Revelation Bible Study (GSMR/GS) 7:00 PM Holy Hour (CH)

Friday

15 7:00 AM Mass (CH) 8:00 AM JFK School Mass (CH) 9:00 AM Parish Nurses Meeting (GSMR)

Saturday

16 8:00 AM Mass (CH) 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Confession (CH) 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Confession (CH) 4:30 PM Mass (CH) Ministry Spotlight - Eucharistic Ministers

Sunday

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Ministry Spotlight - Eucharistic Ministers 7:00 AM Mass (CH) 9:00 AM Mass (CH) 9:00 AM RCIA (GSMR) 11:00 AM Mass (CH) 12:00 PM - 2PM Christian Service/Social Action Drive up/Drop off In fron of (PC) 12:15 PM GriefShare (GSMR) 3:00 PM Ladies Council Bazaar Meeting (GSMR)

This Week

Saturday, October 9, 2021

8:00 AM † Virginia & Bob Mackey

4:30 PM † Leona Velky

Sunday, October 10, 2021

7:00 AM † Jane Marzano 9:00 AM † Gerard Engelmann

11:00 AM † Eleonore & Lee Hymel 4:30 PM For The Parish

Monday, October 11, 2021

7:00 AM † Jane Jones

5:30 PM † Martell McGinnis Tuesday, October 12, 2021

7:00 AM † Jack Clark Wednesday, October 13, 2021

7:00 AM † Al & Mary Langfeldt

8:00 AM † Kelsi Youngerman Thursday, October 14, 2021

7:00 AM † Tom Fennelly

10:30 AM † Joe VanCamp (RC)

Friday, October 15, 2021 7:00 AM † Klein Families

8:00 AM † Ann Jones Saturday, October 16, 2021

8:00 AM † Mary & Ignatius Nguyen

4:30 PM † John & Millie Tofanelli

Sunday, October 17, 2021

7:00 AM † Art Behr & James Power’s Family

9:00 AM † Maurice & Veronica Bittner

11:00 AM For the Parish

If you would like to have a Mass said for someone, please

contact the parish office at 563-391-4245 to request

available dates and times.

The annual Diocesan Appeal is an opportunity for us to be good stewards of God’s gifts as we share with other Catholics our treasure and our blessings and show our love for one another. The ADA gives us the opportunity to act together as a family of faith and support the programs and services no single individual or parish can offer by themselves. Your gift is important. Every gift, regardless of size, is vital to the success of the Appeal.

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October 10, 2021

College Care Packages Attention Parents of College Students!

It is time to sign up your college student to receive a care package from our parish. Each care package will contain treats, inspirational material, “fun” items and a letter from the parish. We want to let our students know that we support and pray for them even when they are away. Please know that we want to send your student a care-package whether they are living at home or away. Care Packages will be sent before final semester exams. If you would like your college student to receive a care package you must sign them up. We will need:

Students name

Mailing address

School that they are attending

If they have any food allergies You can sign them up by contacting Kathy Peterson at 563-388-5192 or by email at: RJPeterson5@msn.com Sign up deadline is October 31st. If you have any questions about the program contact Kathy Peterson.

We are disciples of Jesus making faith matter and sharing God’s love to make more disciples! It’s all about NCYC this week! We’ve got a bunch of updates about the trip, some logistical information for you, and trade goods to plan! We hope to see everyone on Wednesday at 7pm! Alpha for 8th graders has launched! Contact Evan at davolvym@diodav.org to sign your teen up! We’re developing a prayer team, street evangelization team, and cheer team for youth ministry next year to complement our care package team and we need your help! No matter your gift, there’s a way you can make a difference in the life of our youth! Contact Evan at davolvym@diodav.org to talk about what you can do. Grow with God. Love your neighbor. Share your faith.

JFK & MARCO’S PIZZA® ARE WORKING TOGETHER TO RAISE FUNDS

Marco’s Pizza® will donate 20% of your online order amount! (15% for orders placed over the phone; must mention fundraiser) Here’s how:

Place your online order with the par-ticipating Marco’s Pizza® location listed below.

Make sure to go in the FUNDRAISERS section of marcos.com, to select us before finalizing your order.

Select JFK when prompted

October is Respect LIfe Month. God created everyone.

We are made in the image and likeness of God.

All human beings are entitled to basic dignity and respect.

Respect is the foundation of all human relationships.

Human beings naturally strive for goodness. In those efforts they must be respected and supported.

This year during Respect Life Month we turn to St. Joseph as our role model.

He took Mary into his home.

He guided the Holy Family to Bethlehem.

He welcomed Jesus as his son.

He fled from his homeland for the safety of Mary and Jesus.

He never hesitated to sacrifice for those entrusted to him.

Dearest St. Joseph, help us to faithfully commit ourselves to the service and defense of human life - especially where it is vulnerable or threatened. Obtain for us the grace to do the will of God in all things. Amen USCCB © 2021

Friday, October 15 & Saturday, October 16th

Details for Sunday October 10:

4:30-5:30pm Mass

5:35-6:05pm Meal in the Parish Center (Menu: Taco in a Bag)

6:10-7:15pm Group Gatherings (Topic: Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

**Come to as many of the opportunities listed below as you are able on IGNITE Sundays.** Break down of the groups:

Group: Location:

Babysitting (for children not yet in Kindergarten)

ECLC

K-2nd grade (Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

JFK Classroom

3rd-5th grade (Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

JFK Classroom

6th-8th grade (Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

Library

High school (Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

JFK Classroom

Young Adult Rectory Patio with Fr. Andrew

Adult Parent (Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

Parish Center Carpet

Prayer (for the success of IGNITE) Church

Service Project (Little Food Pan-try)

Church entrance

Adult (Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?)

Gathering Space Meeting Room/Gathering Space

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Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

From your Parish Nurses

Spotlight on Music Ministry

Liturgy is the central means by which we gather, are strengthened, and are sent back into the world to carry out the preaching, teaching and healing of Christ. Visit the Gathering Space to

learn more about ways to become more richly involved in our Masses through MUSIC. Do you like to sing? Do you play a musical instrument? If so, you are invited to share your talent with the Adult Choir, Contemporary Music Group, as a cantor, or instrumentalist. Once singing is again permitted at our liturgies, musicians and vocalists will be needed at most Masses throughout the year. Adult Choir is open to anyone in High School and above. The Contemporary Group welcomes those in 8th grade and above. The season for both groups is September – May. Please take a moment to check us out and prayerfully consider joining one of these important ministries.

October is Downs Syndrome Awareness Month Down syndrome is one of the most common types of intellectual disabilities. Down syndrome is a condition in which a person is born with an extra chromosome, the packets of genes that determine how our bodies form and function. A baby is typically born with 46 chromosomes, but a baby with Down syndrome has an extra copy or part of a copy of one of those chromosomes, chromosome 21. Down syndrome can also cause intellectual and developmental symptoms that lead to cognitive impairment, which means challenges with thinking and learning. Like the physical symptoms, they vary and can range from mild to moderate. Some common cognitive problems include:

Short attention span

Poor judgment

Impulsive behavior

Slow learning

Delayed language and speech development People with Down syndrome are just like everyone else. They have similar dreams and goals, and they want to have successful careers and families. They can drive, go to work, go to college, go on dates, get married, and contribute to society. They can also participate in sports.

Depression is the most common psychiatric disorder in the general population. In the absence of screening, it is estimated that only 50 percent of patients with major depression are identified. Untreated depression is associated with decreased quality of life , increased risk of suicide, and poor physiological outcomes. In this weeks Cozy Corner Carol Burns RN, will discuss why it is so important to talk to your doctor if you are experiencing symptoms of depression.

The last quarter of the year is an ideal time to consider a gift to the Our Lady of Victory Foundation. Individuals 70.5 and older are required to take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA. A regular RMD adds to taxable income for the year. Another option is to direct the RMD to the

Foundation via a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). The QCD is not included as taxable income on your tax return and can minimize overall tax liability. A lower adjusted gross income may also trigger a reduction in taxable Social Security benefits and/or in future Medicare premiums. Although the gift via a QCD is not a charitable deduction under the current tax law, fewer people will qualify for itemized deductions. Contact your IRA administrator and discover how simple it may be to elect a QCD for your RMD.

Nourish is for anyone juggling the challenges of life, health and career while caring for a disabled child, aging parent, grandparent, or spouse, either in your home, in town or at a distance. Nourish provides family caregivers practical and emotional support, shared experiences and useful tools, all with a Christ-centered view. Come, join us and discover the blessings in caring for another. Our next meeting is Thursday, October 14th at 1pm, via ZOOM. Please email: AgnoliM@davenportdiaocese.org with your email to receive the ZOOM link to the meeting. We hope to be able to meet again in person in the near future.

After 4:30 PM Mass

Southside of the church

parking lot.

Join us for a spooktacular night of Halloween fun!

Saturday, October 23rd Order of Events:

Attend 4:30 PM Mass Trunk or Treat 5:30pm - 7:00 pm

Food available for purchase from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Option 1 - Hot Dog, popcorn, beverage

Option 2 - Pizza slice, popcorn, beverage Movie begins promptly at 7:15pm behind the parish center. Be sure to bring your own chairs/blankets!

Please RSVP to: homeandschool@olvjfkmail.com (number attending and meal option). This will help us to know how much food to have on hand.

Saturday, October 23rd

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Church/Parish Office 4105 N. Division Street Davenport, IA 52806 Phone: (563) 391-4245 Fax: (563) 445-1003 Emergency: (563)-293-1177 Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday…….7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Pastor Rev. Jacob M. Greiner - greinerj@diodav.org Parochial Vicar Rev. Andrew Rauenbuehler - rauenbuehlera@diodav.org Deacon Frank Agnoli Deacon Al Boboth Deacon Marc Mosse Deacon John Wagner Parish Center: (563) 391-3030 ext:#143; after hours option #4 John F. Kennedy Catholic School and Guardian Angel Pre-School 1627 W. 42nd Street Davenport, IA 52806 Phone: (563) 391-3030 Fax: (563) 388-5206 Principal: Chad Steimle - Chad.steimle@olvjfkmail.com Faith Formation & Youth Ministry Office: (563) 391-8384 Coordinator of K-8 Faith Formation Kaye Meyers- davolvcre@diodav.org Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation Jennifer Wemhoff - davolvaff@diodav.org Coordinator of Youth Ministry Evan Brankin - davolvym@diodav.org Parish Nurses Nurses can answer your questions, present health information, facilitate access to services, listen to your concerns, and pray with you. Please let us know your needs. Carol Burns, RN, Parish Nurse…..(563)391-4724 Char McGovern, RDMS, Health Advocate ..(563) 508-3890 Julie Kilburg, Health Advocate………(563) 210-3480 Parish Nurses email - davolvnurse@diodav.org Choir Director Sharon Ehlers…………………………………(563) 940-2418 Baptisms Please call the Parish Office to make arrangements. Pre-Baptismal welcoming and information class is held on the 3rd Monday of the month. Marriage in the Lord Please contact the Parish Office before setting a desired wedding date. Send bulletin announcements to: Lisa: davolvpa@diodav.org or call (563) 391-4245. Announcements are due by 3pm on Monday.

When you have a special need or wish to know that someone cares, the Communion of Saints Circle will join their prayers with yours. Please call: Connie Creen - 563-386-3645 Joan or Leon Dahl - 563-386-4073

Social Action/Christian Service Please join us on Sunday, October 10th at 3PM in Gathering Space Meeting Room for food, fellowship and a compassionate discussion on the causes and solutions of homelessness. We welcome all! Please email Jean at jkdreamor@gmail.com to register.

We will be doing a Drive Up & Drop Off Event on Sunday, October 17th from 12PM - 2PM in front of the OLV Parish Center for Humility Homes and Services. Just drive up, pop your trunk and a volunteer will remove your donations from your trunk. Needed Items are: laundry pods, paper towels, mens & womens underwear (all sizes), and disposable silverware. They are also in need of: winter coats, scarves, gloves and hats for men, women and children. Items may be dropped in the marked 2 boxes inside the front doors of the church, if you can’t make the drive. Thank you for your generous hearts.

Interested in Joining Our Parish? We extend a warm welcome to all who worship with us and invite you to consider joining our parish community. Stop by the information kiosk in the Gathering Space to pick up a packet of materials with further details. We’d genuinely like to connect your family to our family of faith and hope that you will allow us to be part of your spiritual journey.

Men’s Retreat The Eucharist: Believed, Celebrated and Lived - One day

retreat for men. When: Saturday, October 23, 2021

Time: 9AM - 3:00 PM Where: St. Joseph Church Parish Hall- DeWitt, IA

417 6th Avenue, DeWitt, IA Who: Men of all ages are welcome to attend, whether or not your practicing your faith. Lunch will be provided. Donations will be accepted and be shared with a local

food shelter.

Presenters: Three Catholic men from St. Joseph Parish with a variety of background and life experiences will be sharing their understanding of the Blessed Sacrament. Our speakers will be Joe Shadle, Eric Petersen, and Greg Tigges. Please join us and hear how it has helped them live in their marriage, family life, church, and world. Registration forms are available in the Parish office or call 563-391-4245 to have one emailed to you. Walk-ins are welcome.

Please mark your calendars for Thursday, November 11th at 6:30pm in the Parish Center for a grief support evening called Surviving the Holidays. If you have suffered a loss and are dreading the holidays, please come join us. We will have a video, discussion and time for personal reflection. 1Chronicles 16;11 states, "Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always." Please watch the bulletin for more information.

Ladies Council Meeting Ladies Council SHORT meeting on Tuesday, October 12th at 6:00pm in the GSMR. Need to take a vote regarding bazaar business. A representative from each circle attending would be greatly appreciated.