SAINT PIUS V Cannon Falls SAINT JOSEPH Miesville SAINT MARY New Trier SAINT MATHIAS Hampton SAINT JOHN BAPTIST Vermillion THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST JUNE 7, 2015 the Integrity The first time I preached on Corpus Christi at my last assignment, I pretty much preached the company line on who can and cannot receive communion and why. It was pretty basic stuff that nobody should have been surprised at. It turned out that one of my Prepare couples was offended. I was shocked to find why: the husband was not Catholic, but he was receiving Communion for years. They said the priest said it was OK, and ask why the Church go back to its old teaching. I told them the Church never changed this; that anyone who is not in communion with the Catholic Church (non-Catholics, those in a state of serious sin) are not to receive communion, hence the “communion.” They told me that was not very welcoming and it was judgmental. I asked, since they worship together, why he never became Catholic if he wanted to receive communion. They since he was already Christian coming to Mass all that time that he did not have to. If I was in the RCIA, I would be insulted by that. Over the years, once in a while at weddings and funerals, I get someone identifying him or herself as a Lutheran and if it is OK to receive. I tell them no and more times than not they respond back with “you can receive communion at my church. How come the Catholic Church is so unwelcoming and judgmental?” First of all, Catholics are not allowed to receive communion in someplace other than a Catholic Mass for the same reason that non-Catholics cannot receive communion at a Catholic Mass: because we are not in communion with each other. There is also the different beliefs between the Protestants on what that host really is. Some say it is Jesus, but only during the rite, others say it is just a symbol. Second of all, how is it that the tipping point of whether or not a church is welcoming or not is determined by whether or not everybody receives communion? I am of the belief integrity is lost if that happened. Finally, I find being called judgmental for upholding the Church’s teaching absurd. The fact of the matter is people need to be honest with themselves where they are at in life. If they find they are not in communion with the Church, why pretend? They are not being honest with themselves I have the utmost respect for those folks in the communion line who cross their arms and ask for a blessing. They show that they have a bit of integrity. But I would hope one day that they would take measures to become in communion with the Church. Being received into the Church is a time of great joy and cause for celebration.—TB Fr. Terry’s Weekly Appointments: Monday: Day Off Tuesday: 8:00 AM: Mass (St. Pius V) 8:30 AM Insurance Seminar (STA) Wednesday 5:00 PM Mass (St Joes) Thursday9:00 AM Office (St. Joe’s) Friday: 8:00 AM Mass (St. Pius V) 11:00 AM Mass (Diamond Rehab) 5:30 PM Wedding Rehearsal (StJoes) Saturday 3:00 PM Otterness/Peine Wedding 5:30 PM Confessions (St. Joes) 6:00 PM Mass (St. Joes) Sunday: 8:30 AM Mass (St. Pius) 10:30 AM Mass (St. Joes) Shrine Dedication St. Pius V ~ Cannon Falls
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SAINT PIUS V Cannon Falls
SAINT JOSEPH Miesville
SAINT MARY New Trier
SAINT MATHIAS Hampton
SAINT JOHN BAPTIST Vermillion
THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST JUNE 7, 2015
the
Integrity The first time I preached on Corpus Christi at my last assignment, I pretty much preached the company line on who can and cannot receive communion and why. It was pretty
basic stuff that nobody should have been surprised at. It turned out that one of my Prepare couples was offended. I was shocked to find why: the husband was not Catholic, but he was receiving Communion for years. They said the priest said it was OK, and ask why the Church go back to its old teaching. I told them the Church never changed this; that anyone who is not in communion with the Catholic Church (non-Catholics, those in a state of serious sin) are not to receive communion, hence the “communion.” They told me that was not very welcoming and it was judgmental. I asked, since they worship together, why he never became Catholic if he wanted to receive communion. They since he was already Christian coming to Mass all that time that he did not have to. If I was in the RCIA, I would be insulted by that.
Over the years, once in a while at weddings and funerals, I get someone identifying him or herself as a Lutheran and if it is OK to receive. I tell them no and more times than not they respond back with “you can receive communion at my church. How come the Catholic Church is so unwelcoming and judgmental?”
First of all, Catholics are not allowed to receive communion in someplace other than a Catholic Mass for the same reason that non-Catholics cannot receive communion at a Catholic Mass: because we are not in communion with each other. There is also the different
beliefs between the Protestants on what that host really is. Some say it is Jesus, but only during the rite, others say it is just a symbol.
Second of all, how is it that the tipping point of whether or not a church is welcoming or not is determined by whether or not everybody receives communion? I am of the belief integrity is lost if that happened.
Finally, I find being called judgmental for upholding the Church’s teaching absurd. The fact of the matter is people need to be honest with themselves where they are at in life. If they find they are not in communion with the Church, why pretend? They are not being honest with themselves I have the utmost respect for those folks in the communion line who cross their arms and ask for a blessing. They show that they have a bit of integrity. But I would hope one day that they would take measures to become in communion with the Church. Being received into the Church is a time of great joy and cause for celebration.—TB
Fr. Terry’s Weekly Appointments: Monday: Day Off
Tuesday: 8:00 AM: Mass (St. Pius V) 8:30 AM Insurance Seminar (STA) Wednesday 5:00 PM Mass (St Joes) Thursday9:00 AM Office (St. Joe’s) Friday: 8:00 AM Mass (St. Pius V) 11:00 AM Mass (Diamond Rehab) 5:30 PM Wedding Rehearsal (StJoes) Saturday 3:00 PM Otterness/Peine Wedding
5:30 PM Confessions (St. Joes)
6:00 PM Mass (St. Joes) Sunday: 8:30 AM Mass (St. Pius)
Fax: 507-263-8005 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stpiusvcf.org Pastor: Father Terry Beeson Retired: Fr. Leonard Siebenaler Deacon: Kevin Downie
I’m just this minute returned from the pre-school and kindergarten graduations. As the pre-schoolers were introduced as the graduation class of 2028, we laughed, but I recall those where we introduced the class of 2012, or even figuring out that my youngest brother would graduate from college in 1987. At that time it seemed that day would never arrive; now the 2020s, and sometimes the 2030s are not that distant. As I looked at the just-graduated kindergartners, I realized that nearly a third of the time their parents would see them day by day, before they moved away to school or job or military service, had passed for them. Another reminder of how precious time with each other really is.
Congratulations to everyone who is graduating at any level. I’ve never been invited to be a commencement speaker, except at my own high school graduation. I think I would say a lot of what we hear in the gospels: do not be afraid; have faith in Jesus; learn to love without expecting it in return; be thankful for what God has given you; use your talents; you are yourself loved. I’d encourage people to make their life worth living, to be aware of each day. For the young people, I’d suggest that youth is for heroism, not for killing time, and that we do not just “find ourselves,” but rather are made from thousands of daily actions and decisions. How we choose to love creates habits which develop character.
Fr. Cole Kracke has visited all our parishes now, toured the buildings, and has made a good impression on many. He will begin to move things into the rectory around the middle of the month. He becomes pastor on July 1. I’m keeping him apprised of things as they move forward this month, and will try to make the transition as seamless as possible. In the next two weeks we have parish council meetings in each parish, and that will be a topic on all the agendas.
Liturgically we are in a special time: it is Ordinary Time (ordinary referring to ordinal numbers, such as first, second, third, etc.) but we keep having solemnities (the highest order of feasts). Last week was that of the Most Holy Trinity, this week is the Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). This coming Friday, June 12, is the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The day after that is a lesser feast, a memorial called the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Two more feasts are later in the month: the Birth of John the Baptist, and the feast of Saints Peter and Paul.
In some parts of the world Corpus Christi is celebrated on Thursday, but in the United States it has been transferred to a Sunday, much like the feast of Ascension has been in much the country. It began to be
celebrated in the mid-13th century, and was made a universal feast, but it didn’t gain much traction until 1317. The procession of the Blessed Sacrament during this feast did not become common for another 150 years. The Sacred Heart of Jesus was a somewhat later development, first celebrated in 1672, and spread a bit after the visions of Margaret Mary Alacoque in 1675, but didn’t have a proper Mass until 1765. Even then it went through many transitions until the current format from 1970.
Despite all the feasts, we are in Ordinary Time, now entering the 10th week of Ordinary Time. We will stay in it through the 34th week, at which time Advent begins. During these many weeks we will hear of the basic teachings and actions of Jesus Christ as we read through the gospel according to Matthew on the weekends. During the weekdays we are finishing Mark, and begin Matthew on Monday, then go to Luke in the fall.
I awoke very early one day this week and found myself unable to get back to sleep, so I decided to get some exercise by walking the streets and parks of Vermillion while saying a couple of rosaries. First, I’m impressed with the number of people up and or out between 4:30 and 5:00 am. Second, it is a delight to hear the birds begin to sing and become a mighty chorus as dawn breaks. It is a good reminder also as to how much can be accomplished by 8:00 am. I knew I did it on the farm – milk the cows, do various chores, shower, eat breakfast and arrive at my computer job by that time, but it is good to renew those habits now and then. Many people who are in a funk can be improved simply by doing things differently: if you get up late, get up early. If you always eat cereal, have pancakes. Drive a different route to work. Watch a different TV show or listen to a different radio station. Sometimes it is good to take a little vacation from how we usually do things. Just a little mental health tip.
Just in: Youth: Four spots suddenly opened up on a pilgrimage/retreat trip to a Steubenville conference in Denver, CO June 18-25. (Yes, that's in a couple of weeks). These are being offered at half price (now $300) for the full trip. They will attend the weekend conference and then have a retreat in the mountains focusing on discipleship before heading back. Your new pastor, Fr. Cole Kracke will be attending this pilgrimage with them, himself filling in for a priest called to military duty. The lay leader will be Gina Bauer who recently led our 5-parish middle school retreat and worked with our high school youth leaders. For more info, contact Cathy Roche, the FF Coordinator at St. Joseph, Miesville: 651-437-3526 ext. 24 [email protected] It's a great spiritual-growth opportunity and a good deal--Steubenville conference + retreat + Colorado + Gina Bauer+ time with the new pastor!
Deacon Grant Lacey will be ordained as a Priest Friday, June 26. He has been assigned to St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Sioux Falls after his ordination. If you would like to send cards, you can send them to: Deacon Grant Lacey C/O St. Joseph’s Cathedral 521 N Duluth Avenue Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Received from one of our Common Hope sponsored children; How are? I am fine. In my community there is a church where a procession leaves from on Sunday. A pasada leaves from the homes of the people in the community. It is all very happy and there is a celebration in the church on Sundays. There is also a mass. I send you many kisses. Ana”
If you are thinking of traveling to Guatemala, you can join a Common Hope Vision Team and visit our sponsored children. Info posted on the bulletin board.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word has ended for the summer and will resume in the Fall.
The MinisTree has donation opportunities available. See the MinisTree in the main entrance. The Lock In at Camp Victory is fast approaching. If you don’t have the forms in yet, there is still room. Let us know right away! If you have prizes to donate they can be brought to the office before June 12.
Music Director: Sue Franke-Clark Building & Maintenance: Shawn Carpenter [email protected] Prayer Network: Call the parish office
ST PIUS V PARISH CALENDAR Monday, June 8 Tuesday, June 9 7:15am Liturgy of the Hour 8:00 am Mass for † Vern Lagerquist 8:30 am Church Cleaning Wednesday, June 10 Thursday, June 11 7:00 pm Knights of Columbus Friday, June 12 8:00 am Mass for † Maria 8:30 am—8:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration 9:00 am Homebound Communion 11:00 am Mass at Diamond Rehab Saturday, June 13 3:00 pm Confessions 4:00 pm Mass for † Kristine K Navara 6:30 pm Youth Lock In at Camp Victory Sunday, June 14 8:30 am Mass for † SPV June Wedding Anniversaries
SUNDAY COLLECTION
May 30/31, 2015 Envelopes & Plate ........................ .$4,768.14 Weekly Projection .........................$5,868.00 This week’s difference.................. -$1,099.86 Projected year to date............... $281,664.00 Collected year to date .............. $299,970.40 Over year to date .......................... $18,306.40
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE Friday, June 12 Homebound Ministers Julie Shepersky, John Hommes
Saturday, June 13 4:00 pm Reader Regina Wernimont Eucharistic Ministers Deacon, Jill Villarreal, Morris & Audrey Mattson, Val Dockter Ushers Julie Murphy, Jeff Dockter, Bob Wernimont Servers Jackson Maki, Ben & Olivia Villarreal Greeters Larry & Mary Lee
Sunday, June 14 8:30 am Reader Regan Miller Eucharistic Ministers Deacon, Pat & Ron Reinardy, Jennifer Hensley, Connor Rohr, Lisa Rohr Ushers Dustin Hensley, Ed Lorentz, Butch Lorentz Servers Christopher Baszuro, Ben Siebenaler, Kendrick Otto Greeters Open
VBS 2015 Registration & Volunteer forms can be found on the table by the parish office and www.stpiusvcf.org. Our middle school youth are encouraged to help serve and have fun right along with the children. Adults are also needed to help.
Thank you to those who helped create the beautiful garden surrounding our Shrine to Mary our Mother, the workers that prepared
the food for the brunch, and all participants at Mass . The dedication day was made joyful by your participation!!
Deacon Grant Lacey will be ordained as a Priest Friday, June 26. He has been assigned to St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Sioux Falls after his ordination. If you would like to send cards, you can send them to: Deacon Grant Lacey C/O St. Joseph’s Cathedral 521 N Duluth Avenue Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Are you interested in being an Extraordinary Eucharistic Minister? Requirements: * Confirmation completed * Actively practicing your Catholic faith * Living according to church teachings * Strong belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in Holy Communion.
Please call Sharon at 437-2615 or 428-9166. Training session date to be announced.
Miesville Mudhen Schedule June
7—Moorhead 2 pm Jack Ruhr Day 10—Minneapolis Lakers 8 pm 12—Hastings 8 pm Public Safety Appreciation 14—@ Northfield 2 pm 17—New Market 8 pm 19—@ Elko 7:30 pm
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LITURGICAL SCHEDULE Saturday, June 13 6:00 pm Lector Ed Niebur Eucharistic Ministers Linda Daley, Wayne Kieffer & Maria Roche Ushers Jim Peine Family Servers Jacob & Beau Peine
Sunday, June 14 8:00 am Ushers Jim Klimek & Joe Bourbeau
Sunday, June 14 10:30 am Lector Ann Vieths Eucharistic Ministers Mary Benson, Rita Molitor & Kevin Weber Ushers Kent & Christy Mader Servers Kayleigh & Lauren Rohr
ST. JOSEPH PARISH CALENDAR
Sunday, June 7 8:00 am Extraordinary Form of the Mass for Louis Stafski † Corpus Christi procession 10:30 am Mass for Leo Leifeld† Monday, June 8 Tuesday, June 9 Wednesday, June 10 5:00 pm Mass for Isadore Bauer† Thursday, June 11 8:30 am Mass for Pat Caneff†(A) 9:00 am—6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration Friday, June 12 Saturday, June 13 3:00 pm Wedding Ceremony of Patrick Otterness & Elizabeth Peine 5:30 –5:45 pm Reconciliation 6:00 pm Mass for Rita Tuccitto† Sunday, June 14 8:00 am Extraordinary Form of the Mass for Guillermo R. Soler † 10:30 am Mass for Olive & Vern Hupf 60th Wedding Anniversary
PARISH STAFF Pastor: Fr. Terry Beeson ext. 11 [email protected] Deacon: Kevin Downie 507-202-5304 [email protected] Business Administrator: Patti Brown 437-3526, ext. 10 [email protected] Faith Formation Director: Cathy Roche ext. 24 [email protected] Associate Youth Minister: Norma Berens ext. 16 [email protected] Music Director: Heidi Mace [email protected] Buildings Maintenance: Nick Ries Custodian: Mike Otto Grounds Maintenance: Steve Susag Cemeterian: Rebecca Susag
COLLECTION May 31, 2015
Envelopes & Plate ......................... $3,040.08 Electronic Contributions ................. $815.00 Building Fund Electronic .................. $65.00
Weekly Projection ........................ $4,440.00 This week’s difference ................... -$584.92 Projected year to date ................ $213,120.00 Collected year to date ................. $211,129.77 Under year to date .......................... $1,990.23
Thank you very much!
Vacation Bible School: July 13-16 9am-Noon @ St. Joseph Church VBS participant and volunteer registration has begun! Please see display in the parish hall for forms. Forms are also available on our website: stjosephmiesville.com under the Faith Formation tab.
Thank you to the Junior class/parents and all who helped with the Senior brunch: Tyler & Heidi Adricula, Norma Berens, Michaela and Lisa Blount, Diane Illa, Savannah Kaul, Joey King, Ellie Peine, Cece Roche, Kaleigh Rohr, Helen & Holly Streff, Ben, Lisa & Hugh Woodford. Thank you to our parish staff for all your support in preparation for the Senior Mass and Brunch. Thank you to Roger Bauer of Catholic United Financial for donating gift bags for our graduating Seniors.
Congratulations Class of 2015 L to R: Fr. Terry, Peter Schweich, Sara Goranowski, Jacob Reuter,
The Family of Ralph Schweich would like to thank everyone for the prayers, cards, food, flowers and memorials given to us at the time of his death. A special thanks to those who helped in the kitchen serving the meal and clean up. Everything was very much appreciated!
Most priests of the Archdiocese will be at our biennial Presbytery Days in Rochester from Monday, June 15-Thursday, June 18.
There is a baptism preparation class Saturday, June 13 at 10:30 at St. Mary’s in New Trier. If you are planning a baptism or are expecting at this time, and have not been to a baptism class in the past three years, please attend.
We have finally received our plumbing permit, so we expect the work on the bathroom renovation to begin very soon. The bathrooms will be out of commission for quite a few weeks. We will have a port-a-potty on site during that time.
Welcome to the Emmaus group which is holding a retreat at St. Mary’s this weekend.
St. Mary’s will hold its farewell event for Fr. Stan Friday evening,
June 26 at 6:30 pm. We plan to have a potluck supper, so please bring a dish to pass. If you bring a gluten free dish, please let the kitchen staff know. Cards will follow.
St. Mary’s Welcomes: Oliver Michael Weatherly
son of Kevin & Katie (Horne) Weatherly
St. Mary’s Mission Project Rose Mary Lorentz is retiring from accepting mission goods, as she is planning to move to a smaller place. As of June 8, Sue Schabert will be accepting donations at her home: 25359 Cannon Falls Blvd., (Hwy 20), 1 mile south of 61 or 6 miles north of Cannon Falls. You can call Sue at 507-263-3212 for drop off questions.
Collections will be the same as in the past: towels, bedding, baby clothing—adult, reading material (including religious), toys, pens, pencils, men’s caps, greeting cards, purses, calendars, jewelry, etc. Everything should be clean and in good shape. Larger items that cannot be shipped can go to Joseph’s Coat.
If you know of someone in need, because of loss of home, job or disability, please call and we will put a notice out for those items.
We thank Rose Mary for all her years of dedication and mission work.
I pray that I can carry on this mission as Rose Mary has.
Sue Schabert
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ST. MARY PARISH CALENDAR
Saturday, June 6 9:00 am-9:30 am Reconciliation Sunday, June 7 8:00 am Mass for Sylvester & Betty Gergen Monday, June 8 7:30 am Mass for Andy Wellman† 8:00 am-4:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration Tuesday, June 9 Wednesday, June 10 Thursday, June 11 Friday, June 12 7:30 am Mass for Tri-Parish Community Saturday, June 13 9:00 am—9:30 am Reconciliation 10:30 am Baptism Class ~ St. Mary’s Sunday, June 14 8:00 am Mass for Helen Gergen†
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE Sunday, June 7 8:00 am Lector Rita Feidt Eucharistic Ministers Leon Gergen, Ray Gergen, John Carpenter, Bob Angell Ushers Mike Erickson, George & Jim Feidt Servers Dustin & Dylan Reinardy, Sarah McGrath Gift Bearers Barb Meyers Rosary Leader Bob Reinardy
Sunday, June 14 8:00 am Lector Rita Feidt Eucharistic Ministers Pat Ramel, Lenore Peine, Gail Kimmes, George Feidt Ushers As Assigned Servers Faith Reinardy, Michael & Carol Carpenter
PARISH STAFF Parish Office: 651-437-5546 Email: [email protected] Business Administrator: Patti Brown Building Supervisor: Rob Enedy Music Director: Alan Reinardy Cemeterian: Michelle Kimmes
COLLECTION May 31 ............................................... $1,704.00 CCW Dues ........................................... $35.00 Cleaning Dues ...................................... $50.00 Weekly budget ............................... $2,575.00 This week’s difference..................... -$871.00 Budgeted year to date................ $145,725.00 Collected year to date ............... $134,726.23 Under year to date ....................... $10,998.77
Thank you very much!
Congratulations Class of 2015 Thank You to the Junior Families for hosting the reception following Mass. Thank you to Dans, Trophy House, Catholic United Financial/Deacon Kevin, Carrie Schaffer, Florian & Karen Reinardy and Patti Kopp for the gifts to the grads! L to R: Fr. Stan, Libby Molitor, Alan Reinardy, Jr., John Carpenter
Most priests of the Archdiocese will be at our biennial Presbytery Days in Rochester from Monday, June 15-Thursday, June 18. Watch for changes in the weekday Mass schedule that week.
Monday, June 8th will be our next “St. Mathias meeting night.” There will be food at 6:00, the various committee meetings held from 6:30-7:30, with the parish council meeting beginning about 7:40.
There is a baptism preparation class on Saturday, June 13 at 10:30 at St. Mary’s in New Trier. If you are planning a baptism or are expecting at this time, and have not been to a baptism class in the past three years, please attend.
Sunday School during the summer months when Mass is at 10 am. Thank you to Shannon Niebur for taking over the Sunday School program for St. Mathias. She would like to continue the program through the summer. If we don’t have enough volunteers, we may not have it every Sunday during the summer.
Fun Fest Chairperson(s) Needed: We are looking for Co-Chairperson(s) for the Funfest. Rich & Loraine Neisen will help whoever takes over.
Fun Fest Raffle Ticket: Anyone wanting to be on the Big Ticket for the Fun Fest Raffle, please contact Linda Smith at 651-437-5599.
Parish Office will be closed Tuesday morning while we attend an Archdiocesan insurance seminar.
SAVE THE DATE OPEN HOUSE for Father Stan on Sunday, June 28th following the 10:00 am Mass.
Thank You: The charitable works committee wishes to thank everyone involved in our recent American Red Cross blood drive. A big thank you to the Randolph-Hampton Fire Department for the use of fire station #2. Thank you to those who recruited donors and did reminder calls, those who helped set up and take down, who brought food for the workers and especially to all who came to donate blood. We collected 62 units which will help save many lives. God bless you all!
Wanted: Chairperson for kids games. Clearance items make wonderful prizes for kids.
Hampton Community Days are June 19 & 20 this year. Fun events for the family are planned including City Wide Garage Sales. Saturday will have a Medallion Hunt, Teen Dance (6:30-8:30 pm), Movie in the Park at Dusk. Sunday will have a Fitness Walk, Games,Bouncy House in the park, Hampton Cardinals vs. Miesville Mudhens at 2pm, and Street Dance from 8-12 featuring Arena. Fun for all.
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PARISH STAFF Parish Office: 651-437-9030 Business Administrator: Rhonda Rother [email protected] Rel Ed Director: Sr. Tresa Margret [email protected] Cemeterian: Rosie Giefer 651-437-9025 Church Basement: 651-480-0088
ST. MATHIAS PARISH CALENDAR
Sunday, June 7 Body & Blood of Christ 10:00 am Mass for † Ann Dohmen Monday, June 8 6:00 pm All Committee Meetings 7:30 pm Parish Council Meeting Tuesday, June 9 8:30 am Mass for † Gloria Gutierrez 9:00 am-7:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration Wednesday, June 10 Thursday, June 11 Friday, June 12 8:30 am Mass for † Paul &Lucille Siebenaler 9:00 am Reconciliation Saturday, June 13 10:30 am Baptism Class ~ St. Mary’s Sunday, June 14 10:00 am Mass for † Bill Gergen
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE Sunday, June 14 10:00 am Lector Yvonne Arendt Eucharistic Ministers Yvonne Arendt, Jenny Baker, Kent & Renee Otte Servers Alec & Kellen Otte Ushers Harold Kimmes, Ron Giefer Greeters Kent & Renee Otte Family Money Counters Ron Giefer, Bill & Mary Bray
COLLECTION May 31, 2015
Env & Plate ..................................... $4,180.50 Weekly Budget ............................... $3,000.00 Budget Year to Date .................. $147,000.00 Collected Year to Date ............... $128,032.81 Shortage to date ............................ $18,957.19
Thank you very much!
Congratulations
Class of 2015 Back: Matthew Kiminski, Amber Shay,
Kaitlyn Stein, Paul Fitterer Front: Gabrielle Graham,
Morgan Kohler & Father Stan.
Hampton Cardinals ~ June: Date Time Location Wed, June 10 7:30 pm Northfield Vs Northfield Knights Fri, June 12 7:30 pm Red Wing Vs Red Wing Aces Sun, June 14 2 pm Randolph Vs Randolph Railcats
Saturday, June 20 St. John Parish will
host a going away party for Fr. Stan. A luncheon will be served If you plan to attend Fr. Stan’s farewell party Saturday, June 20 please contact Sally Siebenaler 651-437-6864 or Ann Gergen 651-438-3157 by Monday, June 15.
There is a baptism preparation class Saturday, June 13 at 10:30 at St. Mary’s in New Trier. If you are planning a baptism or are expecting at this time, and have not been to a baptism class in the past three years, please attend.
Most priests of the Archdiocese will be at our biennial Presbytery Days in Rochester from Monday, June 15-Thursday, June 18. Watch for changes in the weekday Mass schedule that week.
Our next parish council meeting will be Thursday, June 18th at 6:30 pm.
The Education Advisory Committee meets Tuesday, June 9 at 7:15 pm.
Bingo Fun Day Results: The matching grant event was sponsored by Sts. Barbara & John Council of Catholic United Financial with assistance from St. John Home & School Association. The net profit from Bingo Fun Day totaled $3,575.36 with all proceeds benefitting St. John education programs. Catholic United Financial will match up to $1,000. Thanks to everyone who helped make this a successful fundraiser for our parish.
Wednesday Masses: The Wednesday weekday Mass will go to 8 am starting June 10.
Parish Office will be closed Wednesday morning while we attend an Archdiocesan insurance seminar.
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Congratulations to the Six Grade Graduation Class from St. John’s School. They are Alexander Hanson, Teresa Kiminski, Taylor Rodgers and Grace Sieben.
Congratulations to our High School Graduates:
L to R: Fr. Stan, Laura Leifeld, Ashley Tutewohl, Krista Brochman, Katherine Braun. Connor Petit, and Sr. Tresa. Best wishes and our prayers go with you as you take the next steps in your life.
WEDDING BANNS Bann I: Leon Werner & Samantha Lucking will celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage on Saturday, June 27, 2015. Please keep Leon and Samantha in your prayers.
Father’s Day: The St Barbara and St John Society of Catholic United Financial will be giving a gift to all father’s at the Saturday, June 20 Mass.
Reading Adventure Primes Vermillion Students
for Productive Summer: 71,401 minutes of independent reading. Gr K—6 students were required to read at least 280 minutes for the month. 18 students read over 1,000 minutes in May, with 4th graders Gianna DeGree and Ben Ryan, both reading over 2,000 minutes for the month.
PARISH STAFF School Principal: Molly Whinnery 651-437-2644 [email protected] Parish Office: 651-437-9030 [email protected] Business Administrator: Rhonda Rother Rel Ed Director: Sr. Tresa Margret [email protected] Music Director: Patty Aslesen [email protected] Cemeterian: Greg Ries & Rhonda Rother
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH CALENDAR
Sunday, June 7, Body & Blood of Christ Monday, June 8 Tuesday, June 9 6:00 pm Reconciliation 6:30 pm Mass for † Lawrence Rother Wednesday, June 10 8:00 am Mass for † Ernest Werner Thursday, June 11 Friday, June 12 Saturday, June 13 Vigil Mass 10:15 am Baptism Class-New Trier 4:00 pm Reconciliation 5:00 pm Mass for † Unborn Children Sunday, June 14
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
Saturday, June 13 5:00 pm Lector Renee Kasel Eucharistic Ministers Mike Slavik, Steve & Jeanne Marthaler, Martin Thomas,Don Kamen Servers Cade Kasle, Aiden Endres, Dresdon Leifeld Ushers Jacob & Bernie Frandrup, George & Diane Gehrke Rosary Leader Steve Marthaler Money Counters Tom & Linda Pohl, Bob & Linda Myers
COLLECTION May 31, 2015
Envelopes & Plate .......................... .$4,118.00 Weekly Budget ............................... $3,700.00 Budget Year to Date .................. $203,900.00 Collected Year to Date ............. $201,466.99 Shortage to date ............................. $2,433.01
FALL FESTIVAL General Chair Needed for the 2015 Vermillion Fall Festival.
Henry Schneider is unable to do it anymore. Please contact the parish office if you can help out with this
Looking for a few good helpers- I am interested in encouraging our kids of all ages to continue to attend Mass on Wednesdays (8am) this summer. They are encouraged to "come as they are" and enjoy a snack or outside game afterward. What a great way to start a summer day! But I need your help covering days. VIRTUS and background check required. Thank You!
Save the Date! - 5 parish youth lock-in June 12-13 - Summer Stretch: June/July Wednesdays for Summer Stretch SEAS service and fun all in one!
The Dakota County Master Gardeners from the University of Minnesota Extension are presenting a series of talks on successful gardening July 6 at 7 pm at the Church of St. Joseph, 13900 Biscayne Ave W, Rosemount The presentations are free and open to the public.
Marriage Encounter: Give each other the most excellent gift possible for your marriage! Register for the June 13~14 Marriage Encounter at www.marriages.org. Weekends are held at Mt Olivet Conference and Retreat Center in Farmington. www.marriages.org for info or call 651.454.3238.
Next week our diocese will take up the Peter's Pence Collection, which provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his most important charitable works. The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged: Victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Through your generosity, we can cast the peace of Christ upon the world.
Mark your calendars for this year’s Archdiocesan Rural Life Sunday
celebration June 28 hosted by the Parish of The Most Holy Trinity in Veseli and held at the Pieper Family Farm. Beginning at 1:30pm, it includes the Eucharistic Liturgy of the Sunday, polka style music, and a creation blessing with Bishop Piché presiding. Following, there will be family-fun activities including food and refreshments. Join the parishioners from the Parish of The Most Holy Trinity and others from throughout the Archdiocese to pray, remember, and celebrate all the good things God has given us in our rural way of life. All are welcome! For a map and directions, please refer to the posted flyer on the bulletin board, go online to www.archspm.org and look for the Rural Life Sunday link, or call the Office of Parish and Clergy Services contact person at (651) 290-1647.
St. Nicholas Catholic Church in New Market will host its 46th, Annual Chicken Cookout Father’s Day, Sunday June 21, 10am–2:30pm. Masses are at 8 & 10 am. Dinner includes: ½ grilled chicken, cole slaw, potato salad, roll, cookie, milk and coffee. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children under 12. Take-outs are available. Shuttles to the church are available around town – watch for signs! Join us for a fun-filled day of, The Big Ticket Drawing at 3pm, children’s games, bingo, crafts & baked goods, cake walk, plant sale, refreshments and more! St. Nicholas Church is 2 ½ miles west of I-35 on County Road 2, exit 76.
Medjugorje Pilgrimage We are pleased to announce that this will be our 8th not for profit Pilgrimage to Medjugorje leading Pilgrims from all over Minnesota and other parts of the USA. We will be departing from Minneapolis November 4, 2015 – November 14, 2015 and we do have references. We will limit to the first 35 Pilgrims so please contact Larry or Louise Kempenich at 218-849-7534 or email [email protected] for any or all information you might need.
Grief to Grace – Healing the Wounds of Abuse – is a spiritual program for anyone who has suffered degradation or violation through physical, emotional, sexual, or spiritual abuse. The program will be held August 23—28 in the St Paul-Minneapolis Area. Visit www.grieftograce.org for more info. To request an application contact [email protected] or call 610-203-2002 – Reserve your spot now as space is limited.
Join with Catholics from around the Archdiocese at the beautiful Cathedral of Saint Paul as we gather in prayer for a renewal within our local Church and for the sanctification of clergy. We will begin with Solemn Vespers in honor of the Sacred Heart June 11 at 7pm in the main body of the Cathedral followed by Solemn Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration will take place throughout the night in the Cana Chapel of the Cathedral, and will continue throughout the day June 12 in the main body of the Church. Our time of prayer will conclude at 8pm with a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Nienstedt in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bring your families and friends for this important time of prayer. More at www.archspm.org
PLEASE PRAY FOR Jennifer Geiger, Mary Anne Hennen-Kummer, Dorothy Stoffel, Karen Banaszewski, Kristin Fox, June Guldan,
Hailey Bauer, Vi Schlichting, Jackie Hoey, Arnold Meyer, Betty Beskau, Beth Siebenaler, Francis Popelka, Patricia Hartmann, Mary Kimmes, Carter Nicolai, Betty Werner, John Bauer, Peter Otto, Tom Rignell, Gordy Schroeder, Fritz Wagner, Darlene Navara, Colleen Marschall, Mel Wagner, Ethel Veercamp, Inge Forsmark, Louise Wagner, Paul Olson
If you know someone that would appreciate prayers for their health and wellness, please call me at the office. -Patti
St. Pius ~ Cannon Falls St. Joseph’s ~ Miesville St. Mary’s ~ New Trier St. Mathias ~ Hampton
St. John the Baptist ~ Vermillion
New Parishioners: Please contact the parish office to register. Sacrament of Marriage: Arrangements should be made at least six months in advance. Infant Baptism: Please contact the parish office near the time of birth or adoption to arrange for this special event and for pre-baptismal parental instruction. Hospital Patients: Please contact the parish office when you are admitted to a hospital.
Please submit bulletin announcements to your Parish Secretary by 10:00 am Tuesday.
KNIGHTS CORNER…
The Knights of Columbus offers college scholarships
to children and grandchildren of members. Please contact a Knight from our local council for information and an application form. Over the past several years some thousands of dollars from the local council have supported local students. Applications are due in August.
Vacation Bible School: July 13-16 9am-Noon
St. Joseph Church All children age 3-Gr 5 welcome to attend. Sponsored by St. Joseph &
St. Pius V churches. Space is limited so sign up quickly. Forms available
at the sponsoring churches!
Join the Rosary Crusade To Pray a Rosary for “Marriage in America”
Saturday, June 13, 2015 11:00 am
Church of St. Joseph ~ Miesville Hwy 61 & Nicolai Ave.
