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St. Mary’s

Incorporated 12 February 1918 — 12 February 2018 Under the Title St. Mary’s of the Lake

Fr. Philip Dinh-Van-Thiep pdinhvanthiep@gmail.com

Deacon William Doran

Parish Address 15232 County F, PO Box 219 Lakewood, WI 54138

Parish Office 715-276-7364 Hours: 9am-4pm Email: stmary01@centurytel.net Fax: 715-276-1414 Web site: www.stmarys-lakewood.com

Parish Mission Statement We the members of St. Mary’s of the Lake are called by Jesus to be the light of the world, through the mission and ministry of His Catholic Church; to discover Him, follow Him, worship Him, and share His love.

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Sacraments Reconciliation

Lakewood: First Fridays 9am, Sat. 3:30pm Silver Cliff: after 5:30pm Mass on the 1st Saturday of the month Crooked Lake: after 7:30am Mass on the 2nd Sunday of the month

Baptism Preparation program required, please contact the office

Confirmation Usually confirmed in the junior and senior year of high school

Marriage Make arrangements with the pastor six months prior to desired date

Anointing of the Sick Individual arrangements can be made through the parish office

First Friday Mass at 8:30 am Exposition from 9:00am - 10:00am Reconciliation from 9:00am - 10:00am Benediction at 10:00am

Religious Education Classes Wednesday Evenings October - May 1st-6th 4:00pm-5:30pm 7th-12th 6:30pm-8:00pm

The Rosary Lakewood: Wednesdays & Fridays at 8am Silver Cliff: Saturdays before 5:30 Mass.

L A K E W O O D C H U R C H

C R O O K E D L A K E C H A P E L

S I L V E R C L I F F C H A P E L

Jesus told her, “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will

live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do

you believe this?” She said to him, “Yes, Lord. I have come to believe

that you are the Christ, the Son of God, the one who is coming into

the world.” - Jn 11:25-27

March 29, 2020 Fifth Sunday of Lent

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Welcome to St. Mary’s of the Lake 2

Pray the Rosary Join us every Wednesday before Mass at 8:00am to pray the Rosary for the sick of the parish and on Fridays at 8:00am for Peace.

A PRAYER OF SOLIDARITY [COVID-19]

For all who have contracted coronavirus, we pray for care and healing. For those who are particularly vulnerable, we pray for safety and protection. For all who experience fear or anxiety, we pray for peace of mind and spirit. For affected families who are facing difficult decisions between food on the table or public safety, we pray for policies that recognize their plight. For those who do not have adequate health insurance, we pray that no family will face financial burdens alone. For those who are afraid to access care due to immigration status, we pray for recognition of the God-given dignity of all. For our brothers and sisters around the world, we pray for shared solidarity. For public officials and decision makers, we pray for wisdom and guidance. Father, during this time may your Church be a sign of hope, comfort and love to all. Grant peace. Grant comfort. Grant healing. Be with us, Lord. Amen.

(USCCB – United States Conferences of Catholic Bishop)

P.S. Added (not from the USCCB’s original) [For researchers and scientists, We pray for a discovery of appropriate vaccines and necessary drugs]

Prayer Requests . . .

For healing and good health of mind, body, and spirit: Larry Goffard, Lillian Williamson, Mike Janesch, Carol Bretl, Bernice Gruenke, Roger Enderby, Fr. Bill Stengel, Haley Angst, Bob Bennett, Richard Swiatnicki, Don Duca, Ken Bohl Larry Engebos and Gloria Verhagen

For eternal rest, and for God’s blessings on their families: Wayne Anderson

For all the prayer requests written in our Parish Book of Petitions.

Prayer Shawls If you would like to receive a prayer shawl, or know of someone who

would, please call the parish office. A prayer shawl has been blessed by Father and helps to remind us of God’s love and care and the prayers of our faith community to know that we are not alone.

Your Sharing

Please continue to mail your weekly contributions. The church will continue her

ministries during this period of financial strain. Please consider maintaining your level of

contributions at this time.

God Bless You For Your Sharing & Thank You!

Bishop’s Appeal Goal: $24,794.00

Gifts : 80 Families $13,350.00

God Bless you for your support of the 2020 Bishop’s Appeal!

The one by One Campaign In Spring we will be reaching out to parishioners who have not had a chance to make their gift. Thank you to all of our families who have already

made a gift. Total gifts given: $123,161.50

Welcome! During this Lenten Season, we praise God for His righteous Son, who perfectly kept all of God’s commandments for us and paid the full price of our disobedience. Let us praise Him with hearts filled with Christ’s

spirit and obedience.

Masses Intentions will be Rescheduled All Masses that were scheduled to be said on the weekdays and weekends of the coming days will be rescheduled. As soon as we are able to do so we will contact you and make these changes. Thank you for your understanding.

The Jesus Prayer Lord, Jesus Christ, have mercy on me. Make haste to help me. Rescue me and save me. Do your will in my life. I place my entire being into your healing care. Amen

Church Building will be unlocked for you to pick up bulletins and additional information.

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Fifth Sunday of Lent March 29, 2020 Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Mary’s of the Lake: I trust that you were able to watch Mass on TV (or live-stream) this past Sunday (our Fourth Sunday of Lent). Again, may I invite you to do so again this Sunday. The Gospel for this Sunday, our Fifth Sunday of Lent, is the story of Martha & Mary and their brother Lazarus. When Lazarus died before Jesus came, Martha & Mary were besides themselves with grief. Four days after Lazarus’ burial Jesus finally arrived, and Jesus brought hope & joy. Our Lord ultimately revealed Himself that He Himself is the resurrection and life. In a loud voice Jesus cried out, “Lazarus, come out!” the dead man came out from the realm of death... Along with the whole world, we are now besides ourselves with grief as we face the terrible Covid-19 virus. We turn to Jesus, and pray that the Lord have mercy on us and on the whole world.

______________________________________ Again, because of Covid-19

NO MASS at all parish churches

(for both weekends & weekdays)

From March 20 until further notice.

Bishop Ricken will celebrate a 30 minute Mass each Sunday during the suspension of public attendance, and it will be broadcast over the local CBS affiliate, WFRVLocal 5 at 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass is also available diocesan-wide via broadcast television on ABC affiliate WBAY at 5:30 a.m. Sunday morning, and on CW14 at 8:00 am. Radio Mass is available on Relevant Radio, 1050 AM at 9 a.m. Parishes throughout the diocese are also livestreaming Mass.

Daily Mass is livestreamed Monday through Friday from the campus of Relevant Radio here in Green Bay. You can access the Mass at the Relevant Radio app, or at this link https://relevantradio.com/faith/dailymass-video/

Fr. Philip

Prepare Your Heart

Lenten Material Available The Little Black Books, Catholic Relief Services Operation Rice Bowl and the Compass newspaper Seroogy’s Candy Sale We still have bunnies, lambs, eggs and candy bars available for Easter. Please contact the parish office and arrangements can be made to purchase them.

All Parish Meetings Have Been Canceled Till Further Notice.

40 Days For Life Our parish participation on April 1st has been cancelled. Please continue to pray for the worldwide movement to protect mothers & Babies.

The Reverse Collection The church buildings will be unlocked as usual if you wish to drop off items for the Food Pantry.

Christian Volunteers A group of people have been organized to help people who are unable to leave their homes to get groceries. If you are in need of help please call 715-850-0768 and someone will assist you!

The 2020 Census is looking for individuals to apply for jobs as census takers. You can apply directly on-line at 2020census.gov/jobs or call 1-855-562-2020. This will be part-time work, flexible schedules and paid weekly.

Parish Web Site www.stmarys-lakewood.com

A Special Thank You! To our parishioners Mr. & Mrs. Gordon & Barbara Gaeth from Gaeth Electric, Inc. in Brookfield, Wisconsin, for donating all new florescent bulbs for our gathering space. We are now bug free, dirt free, and a whole lot brighter! Your generosity is greatly appreciated! Thanks Todd for all your hard work!

CHURCH SUPPORT & FOOD PANTRY During the Covid-19 crisis you are encouraged to offer financial support to the Parish regularly, so that the operation of the church can be regular (to pay the bills etc...). Please consider mailing your parish support envelopes or checks to the Parish Office (PO Box 219, Lakewood, WI 54138). Also, to help our local Christian Food Pantry stock their shelves adequately, consider sending checks

directly to the Pantry @ P.O. Box 183 Lakewood. Fr. Phil