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Mass of DedicationFebruary 1, 2009

St. BernardCatholic Church

St. Bernard Parish

3601 North 65th Street

Omaha, Nebraska 68104

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February 1,2009

Dear People of St. Bernard and Guests:

A church building reflects, sustains and inspires a parish

community in a variety of ways,all at the same time. It is a

place for the Church to gather, to worship and to give thanks.

Our newly renovated and restored church building is an artistic

achievement accomplished through the skills of many craftsmen

and women. But even more than that, is an accomplishment ofthe Holy Spirit working in the hearts of people belonging to this

Eucharistic People, willing to share their time,ideas and monetary gifts as wonderful

stewards of Gods gifts to them.

It is because of all your generosity that people of the next several generations will

have a place to gather, to worship, to give thanks and to become the People of God.

I thank all of you for being here. I thank our pastor and Archbishop,Most

Reverend Elden Francis Curtiss, for his presence and his sharing of his pastoral

powers of consecration with us in this holy place. May all your generosity with our

God return to you a hundredfold.

Sincerely,

Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor

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Immediately following the Dedication Mass,everyone is invited to continue our celebration at a

reception being held in the St. Bernard School Cafeteria.

Church photographs will be on display.

Visit St. Bernards on the web at: www.stbernardomaha.org

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Dedication Planning Committee:

Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor

Athletic ClubChristian Family Movement

Deacons and wives

Development Committee

Funeral Committee

Home and School

Knights of Columbus

Liturgy Committee

Music Ministry

Office of Religious Formation

Outreach Committee

Parish Pastoral Council

Renovation Committee

School Board

Welcoming Committee

Youth Ministry

Construction/Design Personnel:

Bahr,Vermeer and Haecker,Architects

Paul Jeffrey, PresidentNicolette Amundson,AIA

Gary Bowen,FAIA

Lund Ross Constructors, Inc.

Larry Lundquist,President

Scott A.Thompson,Project Manager

Wood Specialties,Inc.

David Fitzpatrick, former parishioner

Baldwin Flooring

Don Baldwin,parishioner

Midwest Sound and Lighting

Tim Burkhart

Rattigan-Schottler, Inc.Pat Rattigan

Koleys, Inc.

Restoration of Tabernacle

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removal and replacement of mortar over approximately 80% of

exterior walls, paint and reseal around all window frames, and

removal of heating and air conditioning systems which were at or

near the end of their useful life and replacement with two package

HVAC units.

In 2003, priorities for future renovation phases were set at joint

meeting of the Parish Council,Renovation Committee, Parish

Finance Committee and Development Committee.

Phase II was completed in 2005.The now unused air conditioning duct was

removed, water damaged plaster on and above the cornice was repaired.The

cornice and ceiling vault were painted and new electrical service and lighting

were installed.

Phase III was completed in 2007-2008. The following items were completed:

Sanctuary platform was extended into the nave of the church.

Handicap access was provided to sanctuary.

Transept platforms were removed

Water damage to exterior walls below the cornice and ceilings over the

ambulatories were repaired.

Remainder of church walls and ceilings were repainted.

Floor covered with ceramic tile and with carpet under the pews.

New pews installed.

New dark stained oak woodwork was installed.

New sound system was installed.

The new sanctuary furniture was delivered on December 19, 2008.This includes

the altar, tabernacle,ambo, presiders chair, deacons bench, baptismal font, ambry,

credence table, gift table, processional cross and candle holders, and Easter candle

stand. It should be noted with great pride, that the Reconstruction Phase II and III

was achieved without any bank loans and proceeded only when Phase I was

completed and paid for.

Today, there are approximately 865 families in the parish.

Fr. JeromeSpenner

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SpecialThanks

Principal Celebrant:

Archbishop Elden Francis Curtiss

Master of Ceremony:

Fr. Patrick Harrison

Concelebrants:

Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor

Fr. Matthew Gutowski,Resident

Visiting priests of the Archdiocese

Deacon of the Word:

Rev. Mr. Charles Baughman

Deacon of the Altar:

Rev. Mr. Paul Dreismeier

Altar Servers:

Logan Kalkowski

Megan KeyserAndy Sage

Micah Waskowiak

Josie Wren

Ministers of the Word:

First Reading: Connor Barnes

Second Reading: Sue Keyser

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy

Communion:

Visiting Priests of the Archdiocese

Greeters and Ushers:

Knights of Columbus

Parish Welcoming Committee

Presentation of Gifts:

Members of the Renovation Committee

Music provided by:

St. Bernard Parish Combined Choir

Directed by Ryan Weathers

Archdiocesan and Parish Personnel:

Archbishop Elden Francis Curtiss

Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor

Fr. Matthew Gutowski,Resident

Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Charles Baughman

Rev. Mr. & Mrs.David Christensen

Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Paul Dreismeier

Rev. Mr. & Mrs. Donald Kemp

Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Timothy McNeil

Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Edwin Osterhaus

Mrs. Patricia Malcolm,

Liturgy Coordinator

Sr. Susan Ivis, Pastoral MinisterMrs.Eloise Seward, Principal

Mrs.JoAnne Raleigh,

Director of Religious Formation

Mrs. Deb Waskowiak,Youth Minister

Renovation Committee:

Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor

Mr.Andy Malcolm,ChairpersonMrs.Sharon Flohr

Mr.Tom Gehringer, RIP

Mr. Jim Lebeda

Mr. Dick Mausbach

Mrs.Jacquie O'Neill

Mr. Eldon Waskowiak

Mr. Dennis Young

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Christmas 2008

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Dedication of the St.Bernard Church AltarFebruary 1,2009

2:00 PM

RITE OF DEDICATIONIntroductory Rites

Procession

Processional Hymn: Here at This Table (Whitaker, Music Issue #312)

Greeting

Blessing and Sprinkling of Water

Sprinkling Rite: At this time the Archbishop will bless the altar, ambo, tabernacle,ambry, baptismal font,and Presiders chair.

Song: Song over the Waters (Gather, #312)

Gloria: Mass of Life

Opening Prayer

LITURGY OF THE WORD

First Reading:Joshua 8:30-35

Response: Let Us Go Rejoicing to the House of the Lord

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-21

Alleluia: Give the Glory (Canedo, Music Issue #902)

Gospel: Matthew 5:23-24

Homily

Profession of Faith

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Ceremony

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PRAYER OF DEDICATION AND ANOINTING

Invitation to Prayer

Litany of Saints

Prayer of Dedication

Anointing of the Altar

Incensation of the Altar

Lighting of the Altar

LITURGYOF THE EUCHARIST

Preparation of GiftsSong: The Harvest of Justice (Haas,Gather #300)Gift Bearers: Members of the Renovation Committee

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER

Holy, Holy, Holy Mass of Glory (Canedo, Music Issue #906)

Memorial Acclamation Mass of Glory

Doxology/Great Amen Mass of Glory

Communion RiteThe Lords Prayer

The Sign of Peace

Lamb of God Mass of Glory

Communion: Blest Are They (Haas,Music Issue #619)

CONCLUDING RITES

Recessional Song: Be Light for Our Eyes (Haas,Gather #244)