Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm Website: http://stmary.irelandindiana.com

St Mary Church - 812-482-7041

Fr. Joseph F. Erbacher, “Fr. Effie”, Pastor, Ext 33 …………………………………………………......jerbacher@evdio.org

Gloria Bueltel, Organist……………………….…….812-630-8030 Dianne Gogel, Secretary, Ext. 21………...dgogel@evdio.org

Sherri Hartley, Secretary, Ext. 22….…..chartley@evdio.org

Stan Heim, Property Manager, Ext. 36...sheim@evdio.org

Martha Schmitt, PCL, Ext. 45……......mjschmitt@evdio.org

Charlene Sermersheim, Music…..………..…….812-482-7837

Annette Weidenbenner, Cleaning ………..…..812-630-7870

Parish Contacts

Altar Server Trainer, Stan Vollmer……………..812-630-2990

Bereavement Meals, Sherri Hartley……….....812-482-7041

Church Decorations, Janet Schitter……..…....812-482-3500 Gina Scherle……………...812-630-5938

Finance Council, Audrey Wehr…..…….……....812-639-3393

Ireland K of C, Grand Knight, Adam Hopf…..812-639-6347

Ireland K of C Building Rental, Allen Reckelhoff ………………………………………………………….……...812-631-4449 .

Parish Council President, Pat Gress…………...812-639-0795

Prayer Line, Bev Himsel……………………….......812-639-1384

St Anne Society President, Patty Sermersheim ………………………………………………………………....812-630-5967

St John Bosco Youth Ministry, Jacqueline Ripberger, …………………………………………..……….……….......812-481-2442 812-639-4227

St. Mary Mission Statement:

St. Mary Church is a community of faith united in Eucharist and committed to seeking God through prayer; sharing our gifts of time, talent and treasure; providing formation and education for children and adults; responding to the needs of people by sharing our faith and resources. We are dedicated to living and proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

March 18, 2018

St. Mary Church

P O Box 67 • Ireland, Indiana 47545-0067 2829 N 500 W • Jasper, Indiana 47546

Most Reverend Joseph M. Siegel, D.D., S.T.L., Bishop of the Diocese of Evansville, Indiana

Fr. Joseph F. Erbacher, “Effie”, Pastor

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - July 19, 2020

St. Mary Church

Ireland, IN

Dedication

June 28, 2020

1:00pm

Thank you to Studio Expressions by

Jessica, The Message and Brescher

Filming and Photography for all the

pictures and videos that were taken.

We appreciate all your help with

dedication.

Bulletin deadline is 10:00am on the Monday before the upcoming weekend.

St. Mary Church Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 7:00am & 10:00am

Monday no Mass Tuesday at 6:00pm Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Masses 7:30am

*When there is a funeral, there is no weekday morning scheduled Mass.

Confessions First Friday 6:45-7:10am Saturday 3:45-4:10pm or by appointment at any time. On Saturday when there is a wedding, there will be no confessions.

Anointing of the Sick: If facing surgery, dealing with a chronic illness, serious acci-dent or nearing the end of life, notify the parish office if you would like Fr. Erbacher to administer Anointing of the Sick.

Sacrament of Baptism:

Baptisms will take place by appointment only. Call the parish office to set a time and date.

Sacrament of Marriage: Registered parishioners who wish to be married at St. Mary Church are asked to contact the parish office no later than six months prior to their wedding date. This will provide time for prayer, preparation and paperwork.

Mass Intentions

Sat-July 18 4:30pm Albert Stenftenagel Family Private Confessions 3:45-4:10pm. Sun-July 19 7:00am Members of St. Mary Parish 10:00am Dennis Ofer

Tues-July 21 6:00pm Richard Knies Wed-July 22 7:30am Helen Gress Thurs-July 23 7:30am Ralph Hopf

Fri-July 24 7:30am Mary & Mike Cruze Sat-July 25 4:30pm Members of St. Mary Parish Private Confessions 3:45-4:10pm. Sun-July 26 7:00am The Hohler Family 10:00am Virgil & Joe Schnaus

We entrust our local Church to the loving protection and

intercession of Mary, the Mother of God and Health of the Sick. Let us continue to pray for the sick and their families,

healthcare providers, public health officials and all civic leaders.

Happy Birthday to the following parishioners who will be celebrating their Birthday July 18 to July 24:

July 18: Decker Brescher, Fr. Erbacher, Edwin Fischer, Ellie Greenwell, Olivia Greenwell, Frederick Hopf, George Powell, Phyllis Reckelhoff, Tom Schrader, Barbara Schroeder, Lily Taber

July 19: Michael Heinz, Anna Moeller, Brynlee Schue, Christopher Wigand July 20: Rodney Carrico, Amber Eckert, Griffin Hile, Megan Hopf, Jackie Mehringer, Matt Mundy, Megan O’Brien, Angie Rudolph, Aaron Schmitt, Ken Schnaus, Pat Stemle, Hugh Stout, Maria Turner, Cindy Wehr, James Wilson, Sherri Wolf

July 21: Max Gehlhausen, Kathy Hopf, Nina Peter, Millie Prechtel, Kurt Rohleder, Mark Vaal, Brad Wehr

July 22: Daniel Durcholz, Katie Hilgeman, Jerry Hopf, Kennedy Kieffner July 23: Betty Edwards, Tyler Emerson, Tracy Mehringer, Kim Mundy, Hagan Patton, Callie Powell, Grant Schitter, Robert Schitter, Bailee Seifert, Gwen Sermersheim, Byron Wening, Michelle Young

July 24: Kelly Gelarden, Keira Giesler, Cheryl Hartley, Andrew Jespersen, Kevin Keusch, Julie Ruhe, Scott Stenftenagel, Maggie Stoelting, Doris Stratman

Congratulations!

If your name was omitted or we have the incorrect date, please call

the parish office so we can get our records updated. Also, if your son

or daughter has moved from this area or are back in the area, call and

let us know that too. Helps to keep everything up to date. Thanks!

Church Support Budgeted Weekly Operating Costs: $14,000.00 Collection for the weekend of July 11 & 12

Weekly donations can be mailed to “St Mary Church, PO Box 67, Ireland, IN 47545” or dropped in the slot in the parish office front door. Thank you for your stewardship to our parish.

Weekend Collection…………………………...……..……….$ 8,717.00 Average Electronic Weekly Giving for July....…..….$ 4,738.25 Total Collection…………………..……………………...………$ 13,455.27 Short.………………………………………………………………….$ 544.73 Year-To-Date-Budget (7-1-20 to current)…..……….$ 28,000.00 Year-To-Date-Total..……………………….………………….$ 28,994.02 Year-To-Date-Difference………….…………………………$ 994.02 Campaign Goal………………….…………………………….....$ 6,000,000.00 Amount in Pledges (as of 07-13-20)…………………....$ 5,781,800.00 Cash Collected to date (as of 07-13-20)……......…...$ 5,471,780.00

Thank You!!

You can do your tithing electronic. This can be by electronic check payment from your bank or by ACH through the parish office. This is an easy way to make your donations on a recurring basis and save St. Mary the expense of sending tithing envelopes. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Readings for the week of July 19, 2020

Sunday: Wis 12:13, 16-19/Ps 86:5-6, 9-10, 15-16 [5a]/Rom 8:26-

27/Mt 13:24-43 or 13:24-30

Monday: Mi 6:1-4, 6-8/Ps 50:5-6, 8-9, 16bc-17, 21 and 23 [23b]/

Mt 12:38-42

Tuesday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20/Ps 85:2-4, 5-6, 7-8 [8a]/Mt 12:46-50

Wednesday: Sg 3:1-4b or 2 Cor 5:14-17/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9

[2]/Jn 20:1-2, 11-18

Thursday: Jer 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13/Ps 36:6-7ab, 8-9, 10-11 [10a]/Mt

13:10-17

Friday: Jer 3:14-17/Jer 31:10, 11-12abcd, 13 [cf. 10d]/Mt 13:18-

23

Saturday: 2 Cor 4:7-15/Ps 126:1bc-2ab, 2cd-3, 4-5, 6 [5]/Mt

20:20-28

Next Sunday: 1 Kgs 3:5, 7-12/Ps 119:57, 72, 76-77, 127-128,

129-130 [97a]/Rom 8:28-30/Mt 13:44-52 or 13:44-46

St Mary Church - Come to Mass, on the weekends and/or

during the week, and worship with us - invite your family and

friends. Even though we are still social distancing, the bigger

worship area gives us a lot more room for more parishioners and

guests to come to Mass.

St. Mary Church is open Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm

and on the weekends until 6:00pm. Come see the new church

and bring your family and friends.

St. Mary Parish now has the capability to help the hard of hear-

ing listen to the Mass more clearly. We have a “listening sys-

tem” that you are welcome to use. Bring your own headphones/

earbuds and we will supply the receivers. They can be found on

the table under the stain glass window by the restrooms in the

gathering area. Pick one up when you come to Mass and return

the receiver when Mass is over.

We also have DVD’s of the dedication on sale for $10 that you

can pick up at the parish office. Check out the pictures of the

church in the gathering area. Lots of different sizes to choose

from. Write down your email or phone number and someone

will get back to you on the cost.

Thank you all for everything that you have done. We have a

beautiful church and a great parish. We should be proud!

St. Mary Parish is looking for 2 replacements to be on the CRHP

(now know as Welcome) Committee. It is a 2 year term. If you

would be interested or want more info, contact Vince and Alisa

Hildenbrand at 812-630-8102 or email alhilden424@gmail.com.

July 19, 2020 - 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Grace and sin, belief and unbelief, good and evil all

exist together. While we wrestle with these two

dimensions of reality inwardly, they are also witnessed in the actions

and words of others. Many, all too often, beat themselves up because

of their sin. We are also all too quick to pass judgment on others

whom we perceive to be in error and walking down a wrong path.

God does not make rash judgments, nor should we. Patience is the

order of the day as is an understanding that God is ultimately the

caller of the shots.

Our faith tells us that while God allows the wheat and the weeds to

coexist, the wheat will always triumph. As long as we can cultivate

even a little faith and a small measure of desire for God, He can pro-

duce abundant blessings and good things. Even when the weeds

seem to have triumphed, there still may be a small measure of faith

remaining that can be cultivated and grown. It doesn’t take much!

Unless a person totally allows the weeds to reign, there is always to

be found at least a small measure of faith, good, light, and love. With

even this small portion, God can produce abundant growth.

Admittedly, it is easy to give into the weeds, and they grow very

quickly. Any gardener knows this to be true. Sometimes, the weeds

even seem more attractive and vibrant. Dealing with weeds can

quickly become a losing battle, and they can look healthier and grow

faster than the very plants we are trying to protect. It’s easy to give

into them and let them win. While God will deal with all things in

due time, we are responsible for keeping things in check in the short

term. It is our task to keep our eyes fixed on God’s presence and

mercy. We are asked to avoid judgment. And, it is not our responsi-

bility to deal with the weeds in someone else’s garden, only our own.

One garden is enough responsibility for anyone.

Weeds have power. We have to realize this. While they can appear

attractive and healthy, they can quickly choke us off from God’s

presence. Our task is one of maintenance and cultivating a desire for

God. Even the smallest kernel of faith can grow into something won-

derful. In God’s time, the eternal harvest will come, and we will no

longer have to worry about the weeds. ©LPi

Divine Providence Perpetual Eucharistic

Adoration Chapel (located on Precious Blood Parish Campus, Jasper)

The chapel is open 24/7 for you whenever you need a time out to

be with Jesus. He is always there waiting for you! You are wel-

come anytime you would like to give thanks, say a special prayer

for someone, or just simply be in the presence of Jesus.

The hours that need to be filled at this time:

3rd, 4th, & 5th Sundays of the month at 3:00am

Tuesdays at 11:00am (starting August 25)

4th Fridays of the month at 3:00am

4th & 5th Fridays of the Month at 1:00pm

Saturdays at 1:00am every 3 weeks

3rd, 4th & 5th Saturdays of Month at 4:00pm (starting in August)

3rd Saturday of Month at 5:00pm (starting in August)

Saturdays at 6:00pm (starting in September)

Please call if you are interested in having a scheduled hour: 812-

630-8382 or email dp@adorationmanager.com

Holy Trinity Turkey Tender Drive-Thru - In lieu of the

Strassenfest being cancelled this year, Holy Trinity Catholic

School will be selling seasoned turkey tenders and homemade

Saints chips at East Campus/Holy Family Church on Friday, July

31, 4:30-7:30pm or until sold out. The combo meal will consist

of a seasoned turkey tender sandwich, Saints chips, cup of cheese

and a drink all for $10. This will be drive thru only!

This Week’s Parish Events

Saturday [07/18]: Happy Birthday Fr. Joseph Erbacher, “Effie” and Most

Reverend Joseph M Siegel. May God bless you both on your special day. Private Confessions 3:45-4:10pm. Mass will be celebrated at 4:30pm.

Sunday [07/19]: Mass will be celebrated at 7:00am and 10:00am. Monday [07/20]

Servants of the Holy Spirit Prayer Group at 7:00pm in the Library.

Tuesday [07/21]

Mass will be celebrated at 6:00pm. Tonight, we welcome into the Catholic Faith, Jon Hilgeman and Logan Ingle who will be receiving their 1st Communion and Confirmation (RCIA participants). Congratulations!!

Wednesday [07/22] Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am.

Thursday [07/23] Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am.

Friday [07/24] Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am.

Saturday [07/25]:

Private Confessions 3:45-4:10pm. Mass will be celebrated at 4:30pm.

Sunday [07/26]:

Mass will be celebrated at 7:00am and 10:00am.

Pews - We have pews from our current church that we are selling. If you are interested in a pew(s), call the parish office and leave your name and number. The pews are 16 foot long and they will be sold for $200.00. The exact date as to when they will be removed from church is still unknown, but we will keep all updated to what is happening. The Parish Offices are/will be moving soon. As of Tuesday, July 14, we were waiting for the phones to be turned on and the computers moved over. Enter through the West (facing the ball field) Lower Level entrance to enter the office area. Please be patient when stopping by or calling, we have a lot of things going on and we do not want you to think we are not working.

Upcoming Parish Events

July 27: Ireland K of C Installation of new Officers. August 1: St. Mary Parish cooks and serves the Community Meal. September 13: St. Mary Church Picnic September 27: St. Mary First Communion at 10:00am. October 6: St. Anne Meeting - Bingo November 7, 8 & 9: TEC (Teens Encounter Christ)

July 12, $100 Irish Sweepstakes Raffle Winner

is Lauren Emerson.

Congratulations!

Liturgical Ministers for July 25 & 26

Extraordinary Ministers:

4:30 pm Audrey Wehr - Larry Goeppner - Diane Gress

7:00 am Susan Oeding - Shari Weidenbenner - Donna Wendholt

10:00 am Beth Gentry - Julie Truesdale - Gina Scherle

Lector:

4:30 pm Karen Schwenk

7:00 am Tonya Sander

10:00 am Holly Reckelhoff

Ushers:

4:30 pm Bob Meadows - Rod Mundy

7:00 am Tim Weidenbenner - John Wendholt

10:00 am Dave Hasenour - Stan Vollmer

Servers:

4:30 pm Hannah Schwenk - Cheyenne Scherle

7:00 am Spencer Englert - Ava Englert

10:00 am Carson Powell - Sawyer Reckelhoff

Thank you again for another great blood drive! We

collected 38 units and we cannot thank you enough.

The American Red Cross

Thank You!! This bulletin is furnished to the Parish without charge. The advertisements that appear completely defray all publishing costs with which the church would otherwise be burdened. Please patronize these sponsors as a “Thank You” for their generosity.

75th Anniversary Prayer of Diocese of Evansville

Almighty, ever-living God, in your goodness, you sent your

only Son to bring salvation to all people through your Church.

For seventy-five years, your sons and daughters in the Diocese

of Evansville have strived to live as a community of faith, hope

and charity, rooted in Christ.

Pour forth your Holy Spirit on this local Church, that we may

continue the saving work of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacra-

ment, and Service.

May everything we do, both now and in the years to come, be

for your glory and for the sanctification of all.

We ask this through your Son, Jesus Christ, who is Lord yes-

terday, today and forever. Amen

Holy Mary, Mother of God - Pray for us.

Are you living a busy life and don’t really have time to talk to your

spouse? We have a gift to share with you; it’s called a Worldwide

Marriage Encounter Weekend. The Weekend will give you the

opportunity to examine your lives together. A time to share your

feelings, hopes, joys and frustrations without the interruption of

family commitments, TV, internet and phone calls, rather it is a time

to get to know your spouse all over again and rediscover your deep

love for each other. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend will be

at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, Indianapolis, November 6-8.

Visit www.wwme.org or further information.

Saint Bernard Church, Rockport, is selling tickets to win a 1962

Corvette Convertible. Tickets are $30 each or 4 for $100. Only

15,000 tickets will be sold. Drawing will be on Saturday, August

15. Complete rules available at www.StBernardCorvette.org.

Checks, money orders and debit cards accepted. Call 812-649-9113

for tickets or more information.

The Ireland Lions Club will be selling dinners on August 2,

10:00am until sold out, from the Chicken Place rock parking lot.

Dinners will be $10 and will consist of Turkey Steak, Baked beans

and Slaw.

The Diocese of Evansville Office of Family and Life strives to build up

Catholic marriages and families; support persons in various stages and situa-

tions of life; and create a culture in Southern Indiana where the dignity of

life is lifted to the highest standards. Check out the continually growing

resources related to family, respect for life, marriage preparation and sup-

port, divorce prevention and support resources for seniors, support for those

who have experienced miscarriage, events, retreats and much more at http://

www.evdio.org/family-life.html. To receive an eNewsletter contact

egirten@evdio.org.