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All Saints Catholic Parish 817 Sable Street Alpena, MI 49707 alpenacatholics.org Phone: (989) 354-3019 September 27, 2020
All Saints Catholic Parish
817 Sable Street
Alpena, MI 49707
alpenacatholics.org
Phone: (989) 354-3019
September 27, 2020
From Fr. Joe In both the 1st Reading (Ezek 18:25-28) and the Gospel (Matt 21:28-32) for this 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time we hear about people changing their ways. In the Gospel parable of the two sons deciding to work – or not – in the vineyard at their father’s order, it can seem like what happened was a mere changing of the sons’ minds. But what really happens in the parable, and in the instances referred to in the 1st Reading (Ezek 18:26-27), is a change of heart, a conversion – changing one’s mind evidenced by one’s deeds, (“someone virtuous turns away from virtue to commit iniquity” [i.e evil, immorality], or someone “turns from the wickedness he has committed, and does what is right and just” . That change of heart – that conversion – can go both ways and has very real consequences (“he must die” or “he shall preserve his life”, again Ezek 18:26-27).
When Jesus – who frequently talked about his Heavenly Father’s will and was all about doing the Father’s will – asked the chief priests and elders of the people, “Which of the two [sons] did his father’s will?” (Matt 21:31), their reply indicated the son who at first said he wouldn’t go work in the vineyard, but then ended up doing so. A change of heart – a conversion – for the good is not simply a matter of saying the right words, but of doing what is right. Of course consistency in always doing ‘good’ is best, but if you are going to make a change (and who of us has not needed to make a change in our lives?) let it be in the direction of what is right and just. And certainly being persons of integrity – that what we say aligns with what we do – is a virtuous way to live. As we hear in this Sunday’s scriptures, while it matters what you said or did before (whether it be a few moments or even years before), it is more important what you do now and from now on. As I’ve told people in the confessional, even though we wish we could, we can’t change history – we can’t go back and undo what we’ve done or didn’t do. However, from this point on we can live the way we are supposed to. And since none of us can be assured of how much ‘future’ we have in this life, do and keep doing what is right and just here and now. Don’t go backwards.
We live in interesting times – which can be a nice way of saying confusing or uncertain times. Add in that this is an election year and – whew – these are INTERESTING times! As Catholics it is our duty to follow our conscience and vote accordingly. There are too many people however, who simply equate that as meaning following what they think is right. What often gets missed is that as Catholics we have a duty to have a well-formed conscience – one that leads us to what is true, right, and just. Q. How do we know what that is, and where can we go to find out, especially when we hear so many different ideas and interpretations of things? A. Go to the Church and find out what it says and what its teachings are. Wait a minute – that seems a pretty convenient way for the Church to meddle in my right to make up my own mind. Well, think of this – Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life; and the Church is the Mystical Body of Christ which is guided by the Holy Spirit. You can’t go wrong with that kind of guidance.
Remember back on the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, August 23rd,
when Jesus asked his disciples—and all of us— “who do you say that I
am?” After Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living
God” (Matt 16:15-16), Jesus said Peter was blessed not because he
had his own answer, but because he had the correct answer! While
it is good for everyone to ponder and reflect about who Jesus is in
their life, it is most important to know the truth of who Jesus is. The
truth of Jesus being “the Christ, the Son of the living God” is not
dependent on one’s feelings or personal belief, or agreement, or
even knowing about him. It is simply true. And then Jesus went on
to say, “you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and
the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it”, and “I will
give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on
earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall
be loosed in heaven” (Matthew 16: 18-19). That “church” Jesus
built upon Peter has been, and always will be, the Catholic Church.
Jesus also made sure there would be a way to guide and sustain his
church. So, when we are seeking answers regarding faith and truth,
we should turn to the Catholic Church.
An issue of truth which our country is currently facing – and has
since 1973, but particularly every time there are elections on the
national and/or state levels, like this year – is not just the intrinsic
evil of abortion (the deliberate killing of an innocent unborn human being), but that it is presently legally protected – and sometimes
shamefully celebrated as such. Though not denying the importance
of other concerns, Pope Francis stated, "because if you're not alive
you can't do anything else", in explaining why life is the number
one, most important (i.e. preeminent) issue. (quote taken from a Catholic News Service Jan. 16, 2020 report.) This truth doesn’t
depend on personal feelings or personal belief, or whether someone
agrees with it or not. It is simply true. As the political rhetoric of
the various 2020 pre-election campaigns increases, exciting
peoples’ emotions with sometimes confusing messages about
what is true, we can – and should – turn to the Catholic Church
and its teachings for clarity.
Being pro-life (particularly anti-abortion) is not limited to
Catholics, but it is a very “Catholic” position, and has been from the
very beginnings of the Church. While there can, and will be,
differences regarding how best to protect other aspects and stages
of human life, it is unacceptable and impossible for a faithful
practicing Catholic to in any way support the intrinsic moral evil of
abortion. And this truth does not depend on personal feelings, belief, or agreement.
Whatever political persuasion you are, I encourage you to watch
(listen to) a homily that was given four years ago leading up to the
last presidential election. Yes, it’s four years old – but oh, still so
relevant – and so well presented. Here is the link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=881aDDE5qFY
Have a blessed (and hopefully quarantine free) week.
Empowered by the Holy Spirit • 2
Scripture Readings Sunday Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Ez 18:25-28; Ps 25:4-5, 8-9, 10, 14; Phil 2:1- 11, or Phil 2:1-5; Mt 21:28-32
Monday Saint Wenceslaus, Martyr; Saint Lawrence Ruiz and Companions, Martyrs Jb 1:6-22; Ps 17:1bcd, 2-3, 6-7; Lk 9:46-50
Tuesday Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Archangels
Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 4-5; Jn 1:47-51
Wednesday Memorial of Saint Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church
Jb 9:1-12, 14-16; Ps 88:10bc-11, 12-13, 14-15; Lk 9:57-62
Thursday Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church
Jb 19:21-27; Ps 27:7-8a, 8b-9abc, 13-14; Lk 10:1-12
Friday Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels
Jb 38:1, 12-21; Jb 40:3-5; Ps 139:1-3, 7-8, 9-10, 13-14ab; Mt 18:1-5, 10
Saturday Jb 42:1-3, 5-6, 12-17; Ps 119:66, 71, 75, 91, 125, 130; Lk 10:17-24
Sunday Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Is 5:1-7; Ps 80:9, 12, 13-14, 15-16, 19-20; Phil 4:6-9; Mt 21:33-43
Mass Intentions Fr. Joe or Fr. Scott will be celebrating public Mass
daily at 9:00 am (livestreamed). The following are the
scheduled intentions for this week.
Monday, September 28 † Marjorie Zann
Tuesday, September 29 †Living & Deceased
Members of the Rosary Society
of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Wed, September 30 † For Marriages & Families Thursday, October 1 † Dolores S. Jasman
Friday, October 2 † Martha Krajnik October 3/4 Weekend Masses
Sat. 4:00 pm † Alphonse Glomski Sun. 9:00 am • Living & Deceased of the Parish
(Livestreamed)
Sun. 12:00 pm ††† Pat, Joan, & Jack Wysocki Sun. 6:00 pm †Deceased Members of the Edward Brousseau Family
** The Mass intention that was originally scheduled
for Sunday, October 4, (Living & Deceased Members
of the Rosary Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary) has
been moved to Tuesday, September 29.
**Our weekend Mass schedule is subject to change
weekly based on the availability of volunteers.
To check available Mass times visit
www.alpenacatholics.org
United in Vibrant Service • 3
Confession Times Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday: 11:00 am - 12 noon
Wednesday & Friday: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.
An open-air confessional is located in the
vestibule area in the back of church near Ninth
Street. If needed, please wait in a pew near the
center aisle, keeping a distance of 2 EMPTY
PEWS between those waiting. There is no chair
upon which to sit since we expect confessions to
be brief to allow everyone a chance to speak
with one of our priests.
September Prayer Intentions All Saints Parish: For the safety of all.
Rosary Society: For students and for safe learning
environments and all who work to promote safety
and health.
Pope Francis: We pray that the planet’s resources
will not be plundered, but shared in a just and
respectful manner.
LARCC Prayer Intention We join our brothers and sisters in the LARCC community (Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic, Congregational)
in praying for this weekend’s intention: First Congregational UCC: Environmental Sensitivity
Blessed Mother Shrine Votive Lamp
In Memory of
Allen Lazarowicz
requested by: Eleanor Lazarowicz
(14 day candle at St. Mary Church)
Embraced by God’s Love • 4
Pray for the Departed Fr. Bob Bissot - (St. Catherine Church, Ossineke)
Robert Rouleau
May they rest in peace.
September Contact Confidential Prayer Group
Pam Boyk | phone: 356-1721
Perpetual Adoration Open Times Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament has
resumed in Alpena. While All Saints Parish is the largest
parish in the Diocese of Gaylord, there are still a few time
slots in the schedule not covered by committed adorers.
Please prayerfully consider coming to adore the Blessed
Sacrament, and possibly even filling one of the few gaps.
Monday: 1 am - 2 am 2 am - 3am
Tuesday: 1 am - 2 am
Saturday: 5 pm - 6 pm
* You do not need to be a parishioner to adore
“A servant of God ought
always to be happy.”
- St. Philip Neri
Enliven and Ignite a Community Bound by Love • 5
Catholic Way Bible Study All Saints Parish
“Therefore, since God in his mercy has given us this ministry, we never give up.” 1 Corinthians 4:1 (NLT)
We have not given up on Bible study! It will be very different this year because of restrictions we must observe, but Catholic Way Bible
Study (CWBS) will be available to anyone interested, including those outside our parish. Our projected start date is October 19.
What We are Studying
This year we will do a 22-week study of Acts of the Apostles. “Also known as the Gospel of the Holy Spirit, Acts is the exciting adventure
of the birth of the Church. Meet Peter, John and Paul, apostles used by the Lord to spread the faith from Jerusalem through Samaria,
Antioch, Asia...Rome and the ends of the earth.” (from www.cwbs.org) Materials include homework question sheets for each week of
lessons, vocabulary pages to be used for taking lecture notes, and maps and diagrams.
Bible Study During COVID-19
In charity to those most vulnerable to COVID-19, and to obey guidelines put in place to limit its spread, CWBS will NOT include weekly
large-group meetings on St. Anne’s campus. Instead, we suggest a 3-part process where members can participate in a way that is com-
fortable and safe for them: Study, Connect, and Review.
STUDY - Complete the weekly study questions (homework) on your own. As in the past, doing your weekly lesson is a chance to engage
with God’s Word, deepen your faith and grow in your knowledge of Scripture.
CONNECT - We encourage you to participate in a weekly Connection Group (CG) with one or more All Saints CWBS members to discuss
the homework. Sharing answers and listening to others builds us all up as members of Christ’s Body. CGs will meet in whatever
way the group chooses - in person, via phone, or by video conferencing. Meeting days/times are up to you, whenever it works best
for your CG. The All Saints CWBS Coordinators can help you get in touch with a group that meets your needs. Being part of a CG is
optional, but we think it is the best part of CWBS!
REVIEW - On your own or with friends, review the pre-recorded lecture by CWBS Teaching Leader Lavinia Spirito for a deeper level of
understanding of the lesson. We will post links to stream the lecture video right to your smartphone or computer. A DVD (video)
and CD (audio) version will also be available to check out at the parish office. We ask that the DVD and CD versions be used only by
those who cannot do streaming. Streaming support will be available. Details about that will be included with your lesson packet.
Two Ways to Register
Interested in being part of our exciting study of Acts this year? There are two easy ways to register:
Visit our parish website (www.alpenacatholics.org) and look for the CWBS registration link to complete an easy online form...OR…
Call the Parish Office at 989-354-3019 if you do not have access to the internet.
The study is offered this year at no cost to participants; however, donations are welcome to help defray the costs of preparing materi-
als and acquiring media.
Getting Your Study Materials
There will be many drive-thru opportunities to pick up your CWBS lesson packet at the Lockwood Street carport: after all Masses on
Oct. 3-4 and Oct. 10-11 and during Confessions on October 7 & 9 from 6-7 pm. Also, beginning Oct. 5, lesson packets may be picked up
at the parish office sliding window from 10 am to 2 pm.
CANCELLED • Meeting of the East Region Diocesan Conference of Catholic Women (ERDCCW), that was to be held September 29, 2020 at All Saints Parish.
United in Vibrant Service • 6
RCIA Classes
(The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Are you
baptized Catholic, but not raised in the Catholic faith?
Perhaps you are being called to begin the most
important journey of your life… the journey of faith.
Even during this pandemic, the Church moves forward.
Don’t wait until the pandemic is over; the time is NOW
to learn about the Church and begin your journey into
the Catholic Faith.
To learn more, contact:
Jackie Benson, Parish Catechetical Leader Call • (989) 354-3019
Or email • [email protected]
Pew Missals Available If you would like a Pew Missal for the
present liturgical year, they are
available at the Parish office for a
donation. These are good through
November 22, 2020.
To pre-order a Pew Missal for the upcoming liturgical
year, (Nov. 29, 2020 through Nov. 21, 2021), please call
the parish office. The cost for the new Pew
Missals is $6.00.
Rosary Society News • Dues collection postponed for Fall season. We will resume
collection in Spring/Summer of 2021
Rosary Society Memorial Sunday • October 11, 2020
St. Anne Church • Before Noon Mass
We will hold a memorial for our deceased members, in which
a rose will be placed near the statue of the Blessed Virgin
Mary for each person: Eunice Jaskolski, Martha Robinette,
Martha Krajnik, Lester Robinette, Sylvia Witucki, Mary
Klimczak, Lauriene Marzean
Public, Outdoor Rosary Sunday • October 11, 2020
St. Anne Church Parking Lot • 1:30 pm
• Please stay in your cars and wear masks for this event
Serve the Needs of the Community • 7
All Saints Catholic Women’s Group Bake-less Bake Sale
A bit of news we have today A Bake-less Bake Sale is on the way.
These busy days, who has the time to bake Pies, cookies, or even a cake?
We’ve thought of a plan that’s truly grand, And feel quite sure that you’ll understand.
In an envelope please put the price Of a pie, or cake, or something nice.
No fuss or bother; you’ve done your part.
This is the end of our little tale. Help make a success of our
Bake-less Bake Sale!
All Saints Catholic Women’s Group is sponsoring a
Bake-less Bake Sale to raise funds for our continued
works of service.
Return with your donation made payable to:
All Saints Catholic Women’s Group Re: Bake-less Sale
Name:
Address:
Please make your donation by October 17, 2020.
Donations can be dropped off at the Parish Office,
in the Sunday collection, or mailed to:
All Saints Catholic Parish
Attn: ASCW
817 Sable St • Alpena, MI 49707
Faith Formation Do you have a child or know a child who should be
attending Faith Formation this year (K-5th grade)? Plans
are being made to start Faith Formation soon. Because
the future of the pandemic is very unsure, we need to
focus on the safety of the students and the catechists/
aides while teaching the Catholic Faith. The Church
doesn’t stand still, it moves forward and we will continue
to learn about the Catholic Faith and the Lord Jesus as
we begin Faith Formation this year.
If you haven't already been contacted, learn more by
contacting:
Jackie Benson, Parish Catechetical Leader Call • (989) 354-3019
Or email • [email protected]
All Saints Parish Masses Livestreamed • You can watch the 9:00 am Sunday Mass live as
it is happening or, if that time doesn’t work for
you, check back later and watch it when it is
more convenient.
• Daily Mass is being livestreamed weekdays on
Facebook and YouTube at 9:00 am. Daily Mass is
now open to the public. For an informational
video on what to expect at daily Mass, please
visit our website: www.alpenacatholics.org
Enliven and Ignite a Community Bound by Love • 8
All Saints 50/50 Raffle Is Back
Drawing • Friday, October 2 • 4:00 pm
Our monthly 50/50 drawing to benefit All Saints
Catholic School is back this month! Tickets can be
purchased at All Saints Catholic School, at
All Saints Parish Office during business hours,
or from the usual volunteers and businesses
throughout our community.
Tickets • $1 each or 6 for $5
Introducing Evangelus All Saints Parish is moving
from Flocknote to Evangelus!!!
• New user-friendly platform
• Get up to date information about parish groups
of your choosing
• Get closing information and updates due to
winter weather and Covid-19.
If you are already signed up for Flocknote, there is
no need on your part to do anything else. You will
automatically be switched to our new platform,
Evangelus. If you no longer wish to receive
messages this way, please contact the parish office
and we will remove you from our data base of
parishioners to contact with important updates.
If you are not currently signed up to receive
updates, but would like to be, please text the word
“SAINTS” to 55321.
Staying in touch with our parishioners is very important to us!
Career Opportunity All Saints Catholic School is growing and we are hiring! We are growing in faith and academic excellence. We invite you to join us on our journey to heaven. We are looking for faith-filled, dedicated, compassionate, and dynamic staff to fill the principal and instructional aide positions. Apply directly via resume and cover letter to [email protected] or visit http://www.dioceseofgaylord.org
Stewardship of Treasure Week ending September 20, 2020
Offertory needed to sustain parish each week: $20,481
(9/14/20 - 9/20/20) Direct
Donations
Online
Giving
Regular Offertory—Weekend
Masses of September 19/20 and
donations that were mailed in or
dropped off.
$13,018.50
$2,680.43
# of Donors/Envelopes Used 207 42
Loose $83.00 -
Combined Total Offertory $15,781.93
Budgeted Offertory Income $20,481.00
Difference -$4,699.07
Building Fund $300.00 $184.00
Capital Improvement $20.00 0
Utilities $10.00 $30.00
Diocesan Seminarian Fund $4,352.00
CSA—Week 13 Totals Pledged as of 9/23/20: 672 New Pledges, totaling $185,903.25
(93% of our goal) *31 have given extra toward CSA*
Remaining goal is $13,163.75
*When making a CSA pledge or payment, please keep separate from
offertory if possible, and remember to make checks payable to
All Saints Parish.
Scrip—Online Option Did you know All Saint School’s
Scrip program is also accessible
online and that many of the cards
are instantly available (ecards)?
And when ordering online, All
Saints School still gets the profit.
See below for the website address
and the All Saints School enrollment
code to get started.
Visit shopwithscrip.com
Or download the RaiseRight app
On your smartphone!
Enrollment Code: CA56343B6298L
Scrip Online Payment Options
• Credit Card
(2.6% fee/total order)
• Bank Account “Presto Pay”
($0.15/total order)
*You may also place your order and
pay at All Saints School or All Saints
Parish Office with a check or cash
Stewardship in Our Readings The first son in today's Gospel said he would do his father's bidding, but
did not. The second son balked at first, but then repented and did as he
was asked. What service is God calling me to do? Which son am I more
like?
Value Each Other’s Gifts and Talents • 9
All Saints Catholic Parish Directory 817 Sable Street Alpena, MI 49707 Phone ........................................................(989) 354-3019 Fax……… ....................................................(989) 358-9079
www.alpenacatholics.org Monday-Friday .................................. 10:00 am—2:00 pm Pastor .............................................. Rev. Joe Muszkiewicz Associate ................................................ Rev. Scott Lawler
[email protected] Business Manager .................................... Carolyn Spinelli
[email protected] Bookkeeper ............................................ Bette Tadajewski Business Office Assistant .................................. Angie King
[email protected] Parish Secretary ............................................ Penny Jones
[email protected] Office Assistant .................................................Judy Quast
[email protected] Office Assistant…………………………………….Dawn Ringsmuth
[email protected] Parish Catechetical Leader .......................... Jackie Benson
[email protected] Discipleship Coordinator ......................... Kristin Carriveau
Music Ministers ............................................ Suelyn Bartz, John Luke Grabiel, Julie Wood Maintenance Supervisor .......................... Joe Pokorzynski Maintenance Staff .............................................Ken Smarr School Maintenance ................................... Chris Johnston Part-Time Maintenance............................... Jim Bouchard
Finance Council Jenny Poli, Don Bartosh, Vaune Bieker, Dylan Wallace, Ralph Stepaniak Pastoral Council Bob Mischloney, Ann-Marie Ruder, Mark Balko, Christopher Benedict, Deb Spleet, Bill Kuchnicki, Jane Hiske, Marty Gougeon Diocesan Pastoral Council ...................... Seth Wm. Peters Diocesan Finance Council .............................. Don Bartosh
All Saints Catholic School 500 N. Second Ave
www.alpenaallsaints.org Phone ....................................................... (989) 354-4911 Interim Assistant Principal ...............................Amy Peters
[email protected] Secretary…………………………………………………...Donna Bruski
Local Ministries Madonna House ....................................... (989) 354-4073 Catholic Human Services .......................... (989) 356-6385 Friendship Room ...................................... (989) 354-8018 St. Vincent dePaul Society ........................ (989) 354-3671 Options Pregnancy Center ........................ (989) 354-6089 Baby Pantry .............................................. (989) 356-9317 Children’s Closet ....................................... (989) 356-9545 Caring Place Adult Day Center .................. (989) 358-7928 Salvation Army (Call Us for Help) ............. (989) 358-2769 NEMCSA ................................................... (989) 356-3474 Holy Cross Cemetery ................................ (989) 354-3831
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