Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church
Fr. Tony O’Neill, Pastor
Sept. 17th, 2017
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“For if we live, we live for the
Lord, and if we die, we die for
the Lord; so then, whether we
live or die, we are the Lord’s.” - Romans 14:8
MONTHLY MAIL-OUT BULLETIN
VOLUME CXI
2385 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN 55364
952-472-1284
ourladyofthelake.com
RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a program for anyone who has not been baptized, or has not received First Communion or Confirmation in the Catholic Church. If you or someone you know fits this description, please consider being a part of this exciting opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith. The first part is called “Inquiry,” which allows participants to ask any questions and discover if this is right for them. For more information, contact Carla at [email protected] or 952.472.8204.
Attention Festival Goers! The Silent Auction has a car & a great Northern Minnesota Get-Away
up for bid - stop in & see us!
Help us spread the word about the Incredible Festival and
take home a sign for your yard - located by the exits! Thanks!
Welcome to Our Lady of the Lake’s Incredible Festival!
Please join us in welcoming our community, getting to know our fellow parishioners, and enjoying incredible entertainment, carnival rides, games & food!
Friday, Sept. 22nd 5pm - 11pm 5:00pm Festival Fun BEGINS! 7:00pm The Days Between Band
Saturday, Sept. 23rd 11am - 11pm 11:00am Kiddie Parade Theme: Western - Cowboys & Cowgirls 11:00am Balloon Artist 11:30am Bingo! 1:30pm Benilde Red Knotes A Cappella Choir 2:00pm Adult Bean Bag Tournament 2:00pm MWHS Pep Band 6:00pm New Strange Band 7:30pm Bad Companions Band
Sunday, Sept. 24th 11am - 4pm 12:00pm Higher Call (Gospel Quartet) 1:00pm Bingo! 3:00pm OLL Choir 3:00pm Silent Auction Ends 4:00pm Raffle Drawing (Tickets $5 Each) - $5,000 Grand Prize!
FREE, LIVE Entertainment! Thrilling Carnival Rides Beer Tent Delicious Food, Sweets & Treats Silent Auction Country Store Children’s Games Bingo Money Tree
Daily Unlimited Ride Wristbands Available!
$25 pre-sale: online or at Church Office
$30 at the Festival Visa and MasterCard accepted
On the beautiful shores of Lake Langdon.
Where old friends meet and new friends become acquainted.
MISSION STATEMENT
We are a community that worships, educates, and
reaches out to others through our Catholic Faith.
Incredible Festival Sign-Up Sheets
The Incredible Festival is right around the corner and we need your help to make it fun, safe & successful! Volunteer Sign-Up Sheets are in the PACE Center.
We have opportunities for everyone – sign-up today!
Thank you!!
Mass Intentions beginning Monday, Sept. 18th
Monday - 8:00am Communion Service
Tuesday - 6:30pm John Ericson, Sr.
Wednesday - 9:00am Kyle O’Neill
Thursday - 8:00am Fr. Leo J. Tibesar 10:00am LMS Residents
Friday - 8:00am Dale Linnenkamp
Saturday - 5:00pm Richard Diercks
Sunday 8:30am Gus Knott 10:30am Parish
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Calendar for the Week of Sept. 17 th, 2017 Sunday - Sept. 17th 9:30am Altar Server Training - Church 10:30am Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Church 11:30am Faith Formation Potluck Lunch - Presentation Room 12:30pm Confirmation Meeting - Church Monday - Sept. 18th 6:30pm Alpha - PACE Center Tuesday - Sept. 19th 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - John Paul II Chapel 10:00am Grief Support Group - Church Library 5:15pm Maintenance Committee Meeting - Church Library 7:00pm Knights of Columbus General Meeting - Fireside Room Wednesday - Sept. 20th 7:00am Finance Committee Meeting - Fireside Room 6:30pm Adult Choir Practice - Church Thursday - Sept. 21st 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - John Paul II Chapel 10:00am Mass at Lake Minnetonka Shores - Peace 5:00pm Stewardship Committee Meeting - Fireside Room Friday - Sept. 22nd 5pm - 11pm Incredible Festival! Saturday - Sept. 23rd 11am - 11pm Incredible Festival! Sunday - Sept. 24th 10:30am Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Church 11am - 4pm Incredible Festival!
Monthly Mail-Out Bulletin Our Lady of the Lake Bulletin
Published Monthly by Our Lady of the Lake Church 2385 Commerce Boulevard Mound, MN 55364-1427
Rosary Intention:
A Spirit of
Forgiveness
Scripture Readings for Sept. 24th 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Reading 1 Isaiah 55:6-9
Reading 2 Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a
Gospel Matthew 20:1-16a
Visit usccb.org/bible/readings for the daily readings.
Save the Date! Knights of Columbus
50th Anniversary Party Saturday, October 28th 6:00pm • PACE Center
Banns of Marriage
Second Time Printed:
Katie Elmquist & Andrew Grausam
September 30, 2017
INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL Sept. 22nd, 23 rd
& 24th
The countdown has begun! We’re only ONE week away from the Incredible Festival! Only ONE week until you can enjoy a variety of food from corn dogs to homemade egg rolls. Only ONE week until you can dance to live music or win a round of Bingo! From food to rides, carnival games to silent auction goodies, there’s fun to be had at the 38th Annual Incredible Festival! Have you bought your daily unlimited ride wristband? Have you signed up to volunteer? Don’t delay - we’re ONE week away!! • incrediblefestival.com
RAFFLE TICKETS Have you picked up your Incredible Festival Raffle Tickets? If not, they’re available in the back of Church. The Raffle is a significant part of the overall success of the Festival. Please pick up your tickets today and support your Parish by selling or buying as many tickets as you can.
KIDDIE PARADE Saturday, Sept. 23rd • 11:00am Open to kids ages 1 to 10
Arrive by 10:45am to register to win!
Calling all Cowboys & Cowgirls… Show us your Western Gear! Bring your lasso and wear your cowboy hats & boots and join us for the Kiddie Parade! Decorate your bike, or just wear your best western gear and walk in the Kiddie Parade. Get a chance to win a trike, boys bike or girls bike, donated by Mound Back & Neck Clinic. Arrive by 10:45 to register to win. The table is located out-side the “big” tent at the south end of the parking lot. “Cowboy Santa” will lead the parade through Festival grounds and return under the tent for the bike drawings. Everyone in parade re-ceives a $1.00 Incredible Buck to use at the Festival!
After the parade, stay & enjoy the carnival! We have a balloon artist to entertain the little ones immediately after the drawing. Come join in the fun: food, entertainment, bingo & much more!
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Pastoral Ministry
Liturgy Matters 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
I experience God’s immeasurable forgiveness when…
I have been surprised by the gift of forgiveness when…
From Built of Living Stones - Art, Architecture & Worship:
Each Sunday the baptized are challenged to rest from their daily labors, to contemplate the goodness of God, to make present the victory and triumph of Christ’s death, to enter the joy of the Risen Lord, to receive the life-giving breath of the Spirit, and to commit themselves to serve those in need. #17
Snow birds will soon be packing their bags… Are you interested in ministering at Lake Minnetonka Shores on Thursday mornings? Please call Sr. Carrie. Thanks!
We pray for those in need. Please keep the following individuals in your prayers: Chris A. Jennifer Lacy Al Blackwell Andra Olson Bob Blake Mike Paxton Jim Carlson Maddie Poranski Dan Entinger Bobby Reil Kathy Gnitka Adam Richardt Dolores Kelly Mike Schulz
We pray for those in the Military: Travis B. Freddie M. Darrell V. Nicholas J. Nicholas R.
Incredible Festival SILENT AUCTION—IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO DONATE!
The Silent Auction could sure use more donations! We are looking for your help!!! We need items such as: Gift Certificates, Sports Tickets, Services, Vacations, Items for the
House, Yard, Garage or Cabin, Items for Kids, Pets or the Entire Family. Call the Byrnes’ anytime at 612.801.4390 or [email protected]. Thank you!
INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL DAILY UNLIMITED RIDE WRISTBANDS
Online Price: $25/wristband • Regular price: $30/wristband after Friday, Sept. 22nd, at 12:00pm
Online wristband purchases can be picked up at the Festival Ticket Booth. Wristbands can also be purchased in the Church Office at the discounted price of $25 until 12:00pm on Friday, Sept. 22nd. Each wristband is good for 1 full day of rides at the Festival. Wristbands may be used any one of the three days at the Festival.
The Incredible Festival needs gently-used stuffed animals & small prizes for the OLL Children’s Games Table! If you’d like to make a donation, please drop it off in the Church Office during business hours. Thank you!
Book donations for the Incredible Festival BOOK NOOK can be dropped off in the Church Office. Thank you!
We remember our beloved deceased - Gina Summers and Jude Summers-Sandberg. May they rest in God’s peace.
Our Lady Parishioners,
School is underway and moving smoothly. We welcomed 124 students into school these past few weeks. We opened a third preschool classroom and had 7 middle school students transfer to OLL this year. It has been an exciting time in the school. September is spent teaching routines, expectations and gathering baseline data for each student. We spend a lot of time teaching and re-teaching how to behave and treat others at school. This diligence allows us to ensure we are all set up for success the remainder of the school year. Gathering the baseline data for each student gives teachers the information they need to best plan and prepare lessons for your individual child. We want to make sure our students are always appropriately challenged in class and not “bored.”
Our children are still learning academics, behavior and faith, this is why they are at school. We are working hard to create the safest space for children to explore, ask why, and discover. Please join us in our mission. We love volunteers! Please contact me if you would like to help in the school.
Mission Statement Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School, together with the parish community, provides academic excellence through a Catholic education that guides the growth of all learners while following Christ’s example of love and service.
Praising, Working, Loving, Becky Kennedy, Principal
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Faith Formation
Faith Formation Classes for Grades 1 - 8 begin on Wednesday, September 27th, from 6:30 - 7:45pm. Join us at Minnetonka Orchards for OLL Fall Fun Night on Friday, October 6th, from 6:30 - 8:30pm. The cost is $5 per person or $15 per family and is payable at the Orchard. All parishioners are invited to come and enjoy their famous apple donuts, hayrides, a bonfire, playgrounds for the kids, a petting zoo, and much more! To RSVP, contact Kathy at 952.472.8202 or [email protected]. You’re invited to join us on our Bus Trip to the Cathedral of St. Paul on Friday, October 20th. The day includes a stop at Catholic Charities Opportunity Center, lunch at Green Mill, followed by a guided tour of the Cathedral, all for only $25! For more information or to sign-up, contact Carla at 952.472.8204 or Kathy at 952.472.8202. Space is limited - sign up early! Children’s Liturgy of the Word meets each Sunday at the 10:30 Mass. The children will be dismissed after the Opening Prayer to the John Paul II Chapel for an age-appropriate proclamation of the Scripture readings. No registration is required. The Parent Meeting for 2nd Graders preparing for the sacraments of First Reconciliation & First Communion is Wednesday, October 4th, at 6:30pm. Questions? Contact Kathy at 952.472.8202. A VIRTUS Training Session is at OLL on Saturday, October 7th, at 9:00am. This training, along with a complet-ed background check & Signed Code of Conduct, is required for all volunteers who work with children. To reg-ister, contact Kathy at [email protected].
FORMED • Online Catholic Resource Parish Code: P Y W Y W J The following resources are suggested for the month of September:
Sept. 12th - Holy Name of Mary Study: Footprints of God, Mary: Mother of God Read: Mary: The Church at the Source Read: Faith Basics: Understanding Catholic Teaching on the Blessed Virgin Mary
Sept. 14th - Exaltation of the Holy Cross Read: Saint Helena and the True Cross
Sept. 14th - St. Cormac Read: Twenty Tales of Irish Saints
Sept. 15th - Our Lady of Sorrows Study: The Bible and the Virgin Mary Listen: Drawing Strength from Our Lady of Sorrows
Sept. 16th - St. Cyprian of Carthage Study: Lectio: Evangelization, Session 6: Sacraments and the Spirit
Sept. 17th - St. Hildegard of Bingen Read: The Young People’s Book of Saints
Sept. 18th - St. Joseph of Cupertino Watch: The Reluctant Saint
Sept. 21st - St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist Study: Lectio: Evangelization Study: Symbolon: Knowing the Faith, Session 3: The Bible Read: Sacraments in Scripture Read: Mystery of the Kingdom Listen: Living the Gospel with the Heart of Pope Francis
Sept. 23rd - St. Padre Pio Study: Symbolon: Living the Faith, Session 4: Penance and Anointing of the Sick Watch: Padre Pio: Miracle Man Watch: Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth
To Register: Go to Formed.org and click on “Register.” Enter the Parish Code PYWYWJ and set up your login.
Grief Support Group Our next meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 19th, at 10:00am in the Library. Please bring your questions and concerns, and help others cope with the experience of the loss of a loved one. During such a difficult time, it is usually easier to share it with others and draw support from them. If you have any questions, please contact Carla at 952.472.8204 or [email protected].
Who is Jesus? Was Jesus a real, historical person? Was He more than a wonderful man? Was He more than a great moral teacher or religious leader? Join us at ALPHA on Mondays from 6:00 - 8:00pm for a meal, talk and discussion, and explore the person of Jesus.
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Discipleship … Faith In Action
Stewardship Thought “For if we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord;
so then, whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s.” - Romans 14:8
This is the essence of stewardship - everything we have and everything we are is a gift from God. We aren’t “owners” of anything, we are merely “stewards” of the gifts that God has given us, especially our very own lives. Pray to God, daily, and ask Him how He wants you to use the gifts He has given you.
Actuals Requirements
September 9th & 10th, 2017 $ 15,958 $ 16,925
Fiscal YTD (07/01/17 to present) $156,075 $158,650
Children’s Choir Children in Grades 1-6 are invited to join the OLL Children’s Choir! Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:00 - 6:25pm. Sing for 1 Mass per month rotating between the 3 Mass times. Rehearsal begins on Wednesday, Sept. 27th.
Handbell Choir Actively seeking new bell ringers for the OLL Handbell Choir! You do not need to be able to read music to participate! Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 5:00 - 6:00pm. Play for 1 rotating Mass per month, plus Christmas & Easter morning. Rehearsal begins on Wednesday, Sept. 27th.
Adult Choir We are gladly accepting new adult singers of all ability levels, whether you’re an experienced choir member or not! Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00pm. We generally sing at 10:30 Mass with exception of 1 alternating Mass per month. Re-hearsal begins on Wednesday, Sept. 20th.
Council of Catholic Women
The CCW operates the Country Store, Book Nook & Donut Booth at the Incredible Festival. We need donations of homemade baked goods, homemade canned goods, garden flowers & produce, and used books in good condition. Please drop off books at the Church Office in advance. Donations for the Country Store may be brought to the Booth in the PACE Center during the Festival. The Country Store, Book Nook & Donut Booth needs VOLUNTEERS, too! Sign-up sheets are available in the PACE Center. Thank you!!
All women of the parish are invited to the West Deanery Fall Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 28th, at St. George Church in Long Lake. Registration begins at 9:15am, followed by Mass, speakers, a luncheon and the business meeting. Speakers include: Rachel Herbeck of the Archdiocese, speaking on the planned Legislative Day; Mary Jo Sherwood, 1st Vice President of the ACCW (Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women) speaking on the Seven Pillars of Leadership; and Lucy Johnson, past President of the ACCW, with a slideshow from the 2017 National Convention in Dallas. The cost for the day is $15. To register, call Carol Shukle at 612.232.7800.
All ladies of St. Veronica’s Guild are invited to a Paschal Meal experience at Mary Brenny’s house on Wednesday, Sept. 27th, at noon. Please RSVP to Mary at 952.472.3720 or Barbara at 952.474.7862.
OLL School is looking for someone to work in our After-School Program with the 3 - 5 year-old students. The hours are Monday - Friday from 3:00pm - 5:30pm. You would also be asked to work on some non-school days. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with preschool-age students. Position starts immediately. If interested, please call Mrs. Antoskiewicz at 952.472.8244.
Mound-Westonka Community Blood Drive • Thursday, Sept. 21st • 12:00pm - 6:30pm Mound American Legion - Party Room • 2333 Wilshire Blvd, Mound
To sign-up: Online - mbcherohub.club (sponsor code 0209) or call Memorial Blood Center - 651.332.7171 Questions? Contact Evert Lehtola 952.472.6139 • [email protected]
Double Red Cell Donors Needed. To sign-up for double donation, call the Blood Center. ID required.
THANK YOU, Knights of Columbus, for purchasing & donating the AED Unit for the Grace Family Center. The Westonka Food Shelf & PennyWise are prepared with lifesaving equipment thanks to your generosity.
Church Office Hours Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm (Closed 12:00 - 1:00pm) Friday: 8:30am - 12:00pm Sunday: 8:00am - 12:00pm
School Office Hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
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Mass Schedule Weekends Saturday 5:00pm • Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am
Weekdays Mon. 8:00am Communion Service (Small Chapel) Tues. 6:30pm (Church) Wed. 9:00am (Church, with OLL School) Thurs. & Fri. 8:00am (Small Chapel)
Confessions Tuesdays 6:00-6:30pm, Saturdays 4:00-4:30pm, & by appointment.
Rosary Everyone is welcome to join us in the Church to pray the Rosary 25 minutes before the weekday and weekend Masses.
Eucharistic Adoration is held in the John Paul II Chapel on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30am to 10:00pm and on First Fridays of the month after the morning Mass until 8:00pm. Please join us for this rewarding experience!
Parish Staff Phone Numbers 952.472.1284 Pastor, Fr. Tony O’Neill ... 952.472.1284 ext. 8207 Deacon, Dcn. Del Wilkinson … 952.472.8210 Parish Administrator, Rhonda Eurich ... 952.472.8201 Pastoral Minister, Sr. Carrie Link ... 952.472.8205 Parish Nurses, Stacy Hoh … 952.240.6063 Annette Parker ...651.206.7282 Maintenance Director, Roger Koch … 952.472.8203 Church Secretary, Dana Barrett … 952.472.8200 Administrative Assistant, Char Nee … 952.472.8206 Communications Director, Pam Vogt … 952.472.8209 Youth & Family Faith Formation Coordinator, Kathy Hejna … 952.472.8202 Adult Faith Formation Coordinator, Carla LaBore … 952.472.8204 Youth Minister, Michelle Boris … 952.472.8208 Music Director, Courtney Young … 952.472.8211
Church Staff e-mails are first letter of first name, followed by last name @ourladyofthelake.com
Example: [email protected]
New School Phone Number 952.472.8228 School Principal, Becky Kennedy … 952.472.8229 School Secretary, Carol Franck … 952.472.8251
School Staff e-mails are first letter of first name, followed by last name @schoololl.com
Example: [email protected]
Church Fax: 952.472.1216 School Fax: 952.472.9152
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Our Lady of the Lake’s 38th Annual
INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL
September 22-23-24, 2017
2385 Commerce Blvd., Mound • 952-472-1284
incrediblefestival.com
FREE, LIVE Entertainment!
Thrilling Carnival Rides
Beer Tent
Delicious Food
Sweets & Treats
Silent Auction
Country Store
Children’s Games Money Tree, Bingo
Unlimited Daily Ride
Wristbands Available!
$25 Pre-Sale: Online or at
the Church Office, before noon on Friday, September 22nd
$30 at the Festival.
Friday, September 22nd—5:00—11:00pm
5:00pm Festival Fun BEGINS!
7:00pm The Days Between • Live Band
Saturday, September 23rd—11:00am-11:00pm 11:00am Kiddie Parade • Theme: Western 11:00am-1:00pm Balloon Artist 11:30am-1:30pm Bingo! 1:30pm Benilde Red Knotes A Cappella Choir 2:00pm Mound Westonka HS Pep Band
2pm Adult Bean Bag Tournament
6-7:30pm New Strange Band
7:30-11pm Bad Companions Band
Sunday, September 24th—11:00am-4:00pm
12-1pm Higher Call • Gospel Quartet
1-3pm Bingo!
3pm Silent Auction ENDS
3-3:30pm Our Lady of the Lake Choir
4pm RAFFLE Drawing
Our Lady of the Lake’s
38th Annual Incredible Festival
September 22, 23, & 24, 2017
The “Stellar Sellers Club” Buy or sell 80 Raffle Tickets ($400)
Each ticket is eligible for the Raffle Drawing for:
• 1st Prize $5,000 Cash • 2nd Prize $500 Cash • 3rd Prize $300 Cash • Ten $100 Cash Prizes
Drawing is Sunday,
September 24th, at 4:00pm
In addition to the Raffle, you will receive:
1.) Two ads in the local newspaper listing your support for the parish.
(You may be anonymous, if you wish.)
2.) Your business’s website linked from Incredible Festival home page.
3.) Your name/business on the “special” poster in the PACE Center up
to the date of the Festival.
4.) Your name/business in a flyer each week in the church bulletin up
to the date of the Festival and one week after.
5.) Your name/business posted at the Raffle Booth during the Festival.
Contact Raffle Ticket Chairs:
Terry and Cheryl Mahoney 952-472-6057
Our Lady of the Lake
Incredible Festival
“Stellar Sellers Club”
Please Support and Thank the following Businesses and Individuals
who contributed significantly to the Incredible Festival Raffle.
Our Stellar Sellers!
1. Rocket Crane Service Inc. / Bernie & Colleen Hanson 2. Steve Bedell - Remax Advantage Plus & Bedell Docks 3. Mound True Value Hardware & Paint / Bruce & Patty Dodds 4. Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. 5. Chuck & Peggy Greene 6. Ed & Katie Mahoney 7. John & Ellie Steichen 8. Jerry & Bonnie Kennedy 9. Terry & Cheryl Mahoney 10. Jon & Julz Schwingler 11. Jim & Jackie Neve 12. Mark & Betsy Schneider 13. Chester & Sandra Yanik 14. David & Kari Osmek 15. Chris & Darla Twomey 16. Monique of Switzerland Jewelers 17. David & Jean Fasching 18. Anonymous 19. Anonymous 20. Your Business or Name Listed Here?
Contact Terry or Cheryl Mahoney for more information
952-472-6057 or [email protected]
The Menu: Steak & Lobster (Chicken by request) $10 per person, $20 per couple.
The Evening’s Events: • Father Tony will invoke a special blessing for the Knights, Spouses and Widows
at the 5:00pm Mass. • Immediately following Mass or at 6:00pm, all Knights present will be asked to go to the Bell Tower where a photograph will be taken to record this blessed achievement in our Parish’s historical record. We wish for all Knights to attend and be included in this special lasting tribute. • Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served from 6:00 to 7:00pm (with donation) in the Pace Center. • Dinner will be served at 7:00pm with music throughout the evening. • Founding members will be recognized and acknowledged. • Please submit photos that showcase past Knight events for photo boards via
email to Steve Herder at [email protected], or send by mail to: Steve Herder, 6365 Walnut Road, Mound, MN 55364 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CUT ON DOTTED LINE AND MAIL IN
Please RSVP by October 21st
to Brian Rasmussen via email at [email protected] or by mail to: Brian Rasmussen, 1186 Wildhurst Trail, Mound, MN 55364.
Please make checks payable to The Knights of Columbus.
Name___________________________________
RSVP - Dinner Order: Steak/Lobster #_____ Chicken #_____
Our Lady of the Lake Parish Cordially Invites All Father Jager Council Knights of Columbus & Spouses
to Join Us the Evening of Saturday, Oct. 28th for
A Night of Knights 50th! A Celebration to Honor the 50
th Anniversary of the Knights of Columbus,
Father Francis Jager Council 6005, in Service to Our Lady of the Lake Parish.
This is a call and invitation to All Knights, Spouses, and Widows to gather and share fellowship, a delicious meal, and reminisce about the Knights.
This party is to serve you, who so often have served. You will be served in fine style. Business casual attire requested.
2411 Commerce Blvd, Mound MN
http://school.ourladyofthelake.com
952.472.8228
Praise God,
Work Hard,
Love One Another!
September School Happenings Parish Newsletter
Dear Parishioners,
We at OLL Catholic School love our faith. We love our parish family at OLL and all that they do for our School! THANK YOU!!! Please see the items in this flyer to learn more about what is happening in our school and ways you can become involved if you are interested! We would LOVE your participation!
Upcoming Events September 29
Rake-a-Thon Kickoff
School Board: · Danny Patterson, Chair · Mary Ament-Johnson, Vice Chair · Rick Epple, Finance · Alan Bear, Finance · Laurie Herder, Secretary · Kelly Monette, Marketing & Enrollment · Aline Ostrowski, Marketing · Gretchen Chilson, Education · Moe Smith, Fundraising · Nancy Erdman, Teacher Rep. · Fr. Tony O’Neill, Ex. Officio · Rhonda Eurich, Ex. Officio · Becky Kennedy, Ex. Officio
Welcome those joining us for the 2017-18 school year:
Alan Bear & Brett Broghammer
The 2017-2018 School Year is under way and off to a great start!
We wish a warm welcome back to all of our new and returning students, families, and staff!
New Students A big WELCOME to our new Kinder-gartners and Preschoolers. We have 12 new students in Kindergarten and 35 in preschool. We also have 3 new students in first grade (Juliana, Kelsey & Madison), a new student in 5th grade (Phoebe), a new student in 6th grade (Sutton), 3 new students in 7th grade (Isabella, Kieran & Olivia) & 2 new students in 8th grade (Christine & Sophia).
2017-2018 Staff
PreK Teacher Mrs. Isaacs
PreK Teacher Mrs. Taggart
PreK Teacher Mrs. King
PreK Aide Mrs. Skaret
PreK Aide Mrs. Antoskiewicz
PreK Aide Mrs. Tierney
Kindergarten Mrs. Nancy Erdman
1st & 2nd Gr. Ms. Meghan McCann
1st & 2nd Gr. Aide Mrs. Rhonda Dolan
3rd & 4th Gr. Mrs. Katie Brenny
3rd & 4th Gr. Aide Mrs. Dawn Hebig
LA and 5th/6th Religion Mrs. Andrea Lahrs
SS/Science/7th/8th Rel. Mrs. Jackie Meyer
MS Math & Tech Mrs. Melinda Young
Art & Title I Mrs. Dawn Hebig
Phy. Ed./Health Mrs. Christina Cooper
Music & Band Mrs. Molly Jones
Spanish Mr. Danillo Castillo
Librarian Mrs. Andrea Lahrs
Health Aide Mrs. Julie Roelofs
OLL+ Prek Aide Mrs. Debbie Antoskiewicz
Principal Mrs. Becky Kennedy
Admin. Assistant Mrs. Carol Franck
Rake-a-Thon Kickoff! Plans are under way for Friday, September 29th, as the kickoff of the
Rake-a-Thon, our annual student fundraiser. The goal is for all students to bring in donations of at
least $275 for fulltime Prek-8th grade students and $100 for part time PreK students. Sponsor a
student today!
Volunteering in our School Volunteers are appreciated at OLL and we know the value of
having them on the playground, in the classroom, lunchroom, library, and on our many field trips.
Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda has directed all parishes and schools to have volunteers com-
plete the Essential3 requirements. The E3 relates to the Code of Conduct, Safe Environment Train-
ing (VIRTUS), a background check, Mandatory Reporting, training and re-credentialing is required
every three years. Involvement at OLL as a volunteer who interacts with children, youth, or vulnera-
ble adults warrants compliance with the Archdiocese’s Safe Environment requirements. Every
adult volunteer must have “VIRTUS: Protecting God’s Children” training.
If you are interested in volunteering with the school, it will be easy to complete this training! Our
Lady of the Lake is hosting a VIRTUS training session on Saturday, October 7th, at 9:00 a.m. To regis-
ter for the session and complete the above requirements, go to www.virtus.org.
Cost-free ways you can help our school financially!
Wondering how you can help support the School? Here are some easy ways to help that re-
quire very little effort, but help us tremendously!
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Box Tops for Education Please call the school office at 952-472-1284, ext. 150 for more information!
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A Message From Father Tony… Hard to believe that the summer is over and school has be-
gun again. I am very excited for this new year to see what God has in store for us. Psalm 127 says;
"Unless the Lord builds the house those who build it labor in vain." As we begin this year, let us all
dedicate our efforts to God's glory and ask Him to bless the work of our hands. God bless, Fr. Tony
We look forward to another blessed school year at OLL where we are able to and encouraged to
Praise God,
Work Hard,
And… LOVE ONE ANOTHER!!