Central Office in Holdingford Hours: Mon.-Wed. 10 to 3, Thurs. 1 to 5 Website: tworiverscatholic.com Office: (320) 228-0105 Father: (320)228-0110 In case of emergency or a death, call Father at the Rectory 746-2231. Parish Pastoral Team Father Gregory Mastey, Pastor Kristin Molitor, New Evangelization Coordinator evangelist@tworiverscatholic.com Janice Wuebkers Business Manager Office hours: Wed. 10 to 3 p.m. businessmanager@tworiverscatholic.com

Jessie Johnson, Secretary secretary@tworiverscatholic.com Confession Times: Before weekday Masses at 7:30 a.m. Saturday: 7:30 p.m. St. Anna

Marriage: Couples are to begin

preparation 6-12 months in advance and must call the Central Office to meet with Father Gregory before setting a date. Diocesan Marriage Preparation Classes are required.

Baptism: Call to schedule Baptism.

A baptism class is offered quarterly.

Shut-Ins: Please call us.

New Parishioners: Please introduce yourself to Father after Mass and call the Central Office. If you are leaving our parishes please call the central office so we can update our census. Thank you.

P.O. Box 308, Holdingford, MN 56340

The Catholic Communities of Bowlus, Holdingford and St. Anna

St. Stanislaus Kostka, Bowlus All Saints, Holdingford

Immaculate Conception, St. Anna The Baptism of the Lord

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Significance of Baptism “And when Jesus was baptized, immediately he went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him.” ~Matthew 3:26

“ The moment when Jesus is baptized is one of the only times in the Bible that the entire Trinity appears together. Consider the passage: the Son stands in the river, the Spirit descends like a dove, and the Father speaks from heaven. This Epiphany moment reveals yet another aspect of Jesus’ identity: his place as the second person of the Trinity.” ~Fr. Matthew Kozlowski~ buildfaith.org

“The Catechism of the Catholic Church describes water baptism as the first sacrament that forgives original and personal sins, is a spiritual rebirth in Christ and welcomes the person aa a member of the Church.~ ~gotquestions.org/Catholic –baptism.html

Canonical Guidelines for Selection of a Godparent “The Significance of the Sacrament of Baptism requires that the parents consider very seriously the faith and religious practice of the person proposed for the role of Godparent. A Godparent should be a Catholic of good standing, that is, living the Gospel message in their daily personal lives. They should practice the faith regularly attending Mass every Sunday and be willing to support the person and/or parents in growing in their Catholic faith. A Godparent may not be one of the parents, must be at least 16 years of age, have received the Sacrament of Confirmation and have the proper aptitude and intention to assume this role. Catholics married outside of the church or those who cohabitate outside of marriage are not permitted to be Godparents. Only one Godparent is needed for Baptism but our tradition generally has two: one man and one woman. One of the God-parents must be a practicing Catholic, while the other could be a Christian Witness who is a validly baptized non-Catholic and who practices their faith in Christ in a visible and sincere manner.

Baptismal Certificate Once the Baptismal Certificate has been signed by Father and has the church seal, it becomes an official document that should be kept with other important documents such as the Child’s Birth Certificate. It will need to be presented in order to receive First Communion, Confirmation and Marriage./Religious life.

Prayer Lines: All Saints: Ramona Fedor 746-2395 Kathleen Ebnet 746-2227 St. Anna: Shirley Schwalbe 356-7209 Christine Maleska 356-7246 St. Stanislaus: Arlene Beniek 584-5235

The Healing Power of God

Eucharistic

Adoration Every Monday All Saints-St. Mary’s 8:00 a.m.– 10:00 p.m. Every Saturday St. Stanislaus Kostka 6:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass Eucharistic Adoration is also held for one hour following daily Mass on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. No Adoration if there is a funeral on that day. Confession and the Rosary begin 1/2 hour before Mass.

Evangelization Corner ~Kristin Molitor

Remember in prayer all who are in need of the Lord’s Healing and Strength

If you are interested in being on the schedule or have changes in availability please contact:

Ministry Schedulers: All Saints: Patty Becker 291-6582 St. Anna: Kathy Scegura 746-2814 St. Stanislaus: Margie Benusa 584-5405

This Week’s Events Sun. January 12 Knights Free Throw Contest

St. Stanislaus 11:00 a.m. Valentine making and treats

Mon. January 13 Adoration

Tues. January 14 All Saints-St. Mary’s 7:00 p.m. Building Committee Meeting Father Gregory’s House 4:30 p.m. Christmas Open House

Wed. January 15 All Saints-St. Hedwig’s 7:00 p.m. GIFT Night

Thur. January 16 Theology on Tap

Fri. January 17 Knights Free throw Contest St. Stanislaus 11:00 a.m. take down Christmas decorations

Sat. January 18 St. Stanislaus Adoration All Saints-St. Mary’s 8:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Group

Special thanks to Juleen Scegura, a parishioner at Immaculate Conception, for sharing her reflection with us in today’s Evangeli-zation Corner!

Advent was a time of preparation for Christmas. Now we are in the Christmas season; a time to rejoice in the coming of our Sav-ior. Jesus did not come to one person for one day or one year, He came for each of us for our entire lifetime. Jesus said to His apostles “I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20.

So, what happens after the Christmas season is over? Already our retail stores have been downsizing the Christmas selections and putting Valentine’s day candy and cards out for purchase. Do our hearts also put aside Christ that quickly and look to the next holiday? Are you beginning to feel “let-down” after the Christ-mas high because there is nothing to look forward to?

Jesus our Savior, born in Bethlehem is not to be forgotten or brushed aside. The time from now until Ash Wednesday is a time to contemplate the infant Jesus and His mother Mary. A time to wonder how Jesus and Mary could help us in our daily lives. A time to think about how our lives could be changed and fulfilled beyond measure if we would but only open our hearts to the love of Jesus and Mary.

Mary said “YES” to the Angel when asked if she would be the Mother of our Savior. She adored her son even before He was born, the shepherds adored her son and the three wise men adored her son. Let each of us say “YES” to Christ and adore Mary’s son. Let us consider the meaning of His presence in the manager and participate fully in the Holy Eucharist at every Mass.

Don’t feel “let-down” during this quiet, ordinary time. Rather, use this time to develop a deeper love of Jesus by contemplating Our Lord, His Mother and their work in our lives.

Juleen Scegura

Teckla Scegura, Amanda Gross and Baby, Dave Scegura, Lee Larkey and Arnold Voss

We are refreshing our prayer list. Please call the central office if you would like to have your name or the name of a loved one added. Please be sure to get the permission of the person you’d like to add.

News & Events

Protect All Life

Monday 1 Sm 1:1-8/Mk 1:14-20 Tuesday 1 Sm 1:9-20/Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20/ Mk 1:29-39 Thursday 1 Sm 4:1-11/Mk 1:40-45 Friday 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a/ Mk 2:1-12 Saturday 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19, 10:1/ Mk 2:13-17 Sunday Is 49:3, 5-6/ 1 Cor 1:1-3/ Jn 1:29-34

Financial Contributions PARISH INCOME

December 29, 2019 _______________ AS $ 16,185.00 IC $ 9,025.00 SS $ 7,167.08

Thank you for your generosity! For where your treasure is, there also will your

heart be.” —Luke 12: 34

Weekly Offering

Grow in your Faith!

Central Minnesota TEC Retreat TEC is geared towards youth (age 16+) as well as adults. As Pope Francis invites us to “Moments of Encounter” with our God and each other, TEC provides the perfect three-day retreat experience to do just that. Next retreat is January 18-20th ,2020. Check out the monthly TEC retreat schedule at www.cmtec.org

Catholic Men’s Conference – Saturday, February 22

St. John’s University 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This year’s

theme is The Real Presence: Bringing Christ to the World." Our keynote speaker will be

Michael Havercamp, visit:

http://omf.stcdio.org/th_event/2020-catholic-mens-

conference/.

Weekly

Readings

St. Mary’s in Upsala will be having a Living Rosary on Sunday, January 26th, at 7:00 pm. All ages are wel-come and encouraged to partake in this wonderful experience!

January 19 Vespers For Life, Sunday – Church of St. Anthony, 2405 N 1st St, St. Cloud Rosary at 3:30 p.m. and Vespers at 4:00 p.m. with Bishop Donald Kettler http://omf.stcdio.org/th_event/vespers-for-life-2020/

Discovering Beauty: Well-Read

Mom Conference 2020

Experience an afternoon of art and beauty through presentations, sharing, and live music. Open to all women. You do not need to be currently participating in a Well-Read Mom event to attend. Saturday January 11th 12:30-4 pm at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 2600 Margaret Ave. North St. Paul More information and tickets can be purchased at the web site below $30 for adults, $15 for high school and college students https://www.wellreadmom.com/events/

The Holdingford Lions Club on Sun-day, January 19th will be having a pancake breakfast from 9 am to 1 pm at the Holdingford City Center to show our appreciation to you and this community. Free Will Dona-tion. We recycle old glasses and hearing aides. Bring them along.

If there is enough interest, free bus transportation to the March for Life will be provided. Leaving at 8 a.m. and returning at 4:00 p.m. Please call Janice at the Upsala office 573-2132. 10:30 a.m. Prayer Service at the Cathedral of St. Paul followed by the march to the Capitol and program.

Theology on Tap, an event for adults in their 20s and 30s,is on Thursday, January 16th at A.T. The Black and White in Little Falls. Social hour begins with food/drinks at 7 p.m. Fr. Doug Liebsch will give at talk titled: Am I following Jesus: Living the Catholic Faith in a Polarized Culture. Join us to grow in your faith!

Parish News & Events Catholic United Financial

M I N I S T R E E Community service rooted in faith

When completing a task, fill out one of the MinisTree cards found in the back of church and turn it into the Central Office or collection basket. If more than one person is helping with the task, each should fill out a card. Thank you! *Visit the Homebound *Help take down Christmas decorations *Help make Valentine’s cards with the St. Stanislaus Faith Formation Students

Knights of Columbus

St. Stanislaus Christmas Decorations We will be taking down church decorations on Friday, January 17th at 9:00 a.m. All are welcome to help. Thank you Valentine’s for Nursing Homes! Please join Cindy Fussy and the Faith Formation Students for treats and to make Valentines for those in Nursing homes today after Mass in the basement.

All Saints Building Committee Meeting Tuesday, January 14th at 7:00 p.m. at All Saints-St. Mary’s All Cluster Healing Power of God Prayer List We will be refreshing the prayer list with the beginning of the Year. If you want to be on the new list, please call the office.

2020 Calendars are here! Pick up yours at the Central office or the back of church as your gift from the Parish.

Newly

Baptized Erin Lee Leukam

Child of Jennifer and Erik

January 5, 2020

All Saints-St. Mary’s

Fr. Gregory’s Christmas Open House Tuesday, January 14th 4:30-7:30 p.m. after 4:00 p.m. Mass

He is born!

The Knights of Columbus free throw contest St. Gregory Council: Sunday, January 12th Upsala gym at 2:00p.m. Contact Jim Daly 290-7560 St. Isidore Council: Friday January 17th Holdingford Elementary gym. Registration (5:45 - 6pm) Contest to start at 6pm . Grand Knight , Jayme Panek (320) 290-7752

Baptism Classes 2019 (held 4 times a year)

This class is required before the Baptism of your first child. The next class is April 12th at 11:30 a.m. in the Central Office. Call 228-0105 to register.

Growth in Prayer and Discernment Do you believe God speaks to you? If so, how do you know? if so, how do you know if it’s His voice? In this GIFT night, we will teach you how to recognize God’s voice in prayer. Discernment of hearing God’s voice is needed at any age. Everyone plan to attend GIFT Night: January 15th at 7:00 p.m. at All Saints-St. Hedwig’s

Thank you to everyone who helped this year for Christmas: Christmas choirs, decorators, liturgical ministers, sacristans for all the extra Christmas volunteering. Special thank you to all those who kept up their

trees and nativity scenes in and outside for the entire Christmas season. This is a way for all of us to evangelize the secular cul-ture which treats Christmas as an event rather than at Season!

Faith Formation & GIFT (Generations In Faith Together)

Mass Schedule

Mon. Jan. 13

Saint Hilary, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:00 St. Stanislaus

+Al Gallus

Tues. Jan. 14

4:00 p.m. All Saints-St. Mary’s

+Andrew Solinger

Wed. Jan. 15

8:00 a.m. All Saints-St. Hedwig’s

+Al Maselter

Thurs. Jan. 16

8:00 a.m. Immaculate Conception

+Deacon Jerome Roth

Fri. Jan. 17

Saint Anthony, Abbot No Mass

Sat. Jan. 18

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins 8:00 p.m. Immaculate Conception

For the People

Sun. Jan. 19

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 a.m. All Saints-St. Mary’s 10:00 a.m. St. Stanislaus

+Veronica Toenies

+Josephine Larson

GIFT Night: January 15th at

7:00 p.m. All Saints-St. Hedwig’s GIFT Night is required for

Faith Formation students and teachers

grades 7th- 12th. Parents should

Attend. All parishioners are

welcome.

Christmas Pageant 2019 Thank you to all the parents, participants, Lois Schmit and the All Saints Choir, the families who joined in and all who attended. ~Katrina Kolles

Youth Meeting Sunday, February

2nd at 7:00 p.m.

All Saints-St. Mary’s Youth Group

Praise and Worship and Adoration

All youth welcome to attend

Steubenville meeting