Father Zacharie Beya-Tshingimba, Pastor [email protected]Pastoral Office: 608.786.0610 210 West Hamlin Street West Salem, WI 54669-1139 [email protected]www.westsalembangorcatholic.org Office Hours Please contact the appropriate staff member to make an appointment. Aquinas Catholic Schools: 608.784.8585 Bulletin Deadline To appear in the bulletin, items must be received no later than 12:00 noon on the preceding Tuesday. Stewardship Reflection Today ’s First Reading from the First Book of Kings, as well as the Gospel passage from Mark, both center on the actions of two seemingly poor and helpless widows who show themselves to be faith-filled and generous stewards. In the eyes of the world, particularly in biblical times when there was no life insurance or Social Security, these widows were weak and dependent on others to take care of them. They each found themselves in desperate situations — one in the midst of famine with a child for which to care, and the other clearly impoverished. Yet, each demonstrated strength and generosity that distinguished them from those around them. From where did this strength come? It came from knowing who they are, and Whose they are. These women must have known their security would not come from a good life insurance policy or connections to someone with a hidden storehouse of flour. No, their security came from knowing they were daughters of the Most High God and from putting their faith in Him. They had no need to panic in the midst of natural disaster or cling desperately to their menial resources. Their faith in God set them free to trust Him when all seemed hopeless. Their faith kept them detached from material possessions. Their faith allowed them to be brave and generous, to think of others despite their own trials. These women saw themselves as stewards, not owners, of the resources God gave them, regardless of how much or how little they had. And acting as stewards made them gracious, generous and mighty indeed. St. Joseph, Our Spiritual Father Documentary Joseph of Nazareth stands out in his role as protector of families in the difficulties of life and Patron of the universal Church. Now, in this Year of St. Joseph, the Church is seeking to deepen its understanding of the Guardian of Jesus and of the Holy Family. The Knights of Columbus, with screenwriter/director David Naglieri (Emmy Award-winning filmmaker), have produced this must-see Documentary. Airing TODAY Sunday, November 7, at 12:00 p.m. on WXOW 19 ABC. To view the trailer and see further broadcast times, visit Kofc.org/stjoseph. Baptism Today at the 4:30 p.m. Mass we celebrate the baptism of Sawyer Jackson Stark, son of Thomas and Ashley Stark. Congratulations to Sawyer and his family on this special day. St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish Stronger Together West Salem and Bangor, WI November 7, 2021
Office Hours Please contact the appropriate staff member to make an appointment.
Aquinas Catholic Schools: 608.784.8585
Bulletin Deadline To appear in the bulletin, items must be received no later than 12:00 noon on the preceding Tuesday.
Stewardship Reflection Today’s First Reading from the First Book of Kings, as well as the Gospel passage from Mark, both center on the actions of two seemingly poor and helpless widows who show themselves to be faith-filled and generous stewards. In the eyes of the world, particularly in biblical times when there was no life insurance or Social Security, these widows were weak and dependent on others to take care of them. They each found themselves in desperate situations — one in the midst of famine with a child for which to care, and the other clearly impoverished. Yet, each demonstrated strength and generosity that distinguished them from those around them. From where did this strength come? It came from knowing who they are, and Whose they are. These women must have known their security would not come from a good life insurance policy or connections to someone with a hidden storehouse of flour. No, their security came from knowing they were daughters of the Most High God and from putting their faith in Him. They had no need to panic in the midst of natural disaster or cling desperately to their menial resources. Their faith in God set them free to trust Him when all seemed hopeless. Their faith kept them detached from material possessions. Their faith allowed them to be brave and generous, to think of others despite their own trials. These women saw themselves as stewards, not owners, of the resources God gave them, regardless of how much or how little they had. And acting as stewards made them gracious, generous and mighty indeed.
St. Joseph, Our Spiritual Father Documentary Joseph of Nazareth stands out in his role as protector of families in the difficulties of life and Patron of the universal Church. Now, in this Year of St. Joseph, the Church is seeking to deepen its understanding of the Guardian of Jesus and of the Holy Family. The Knights of Columbus, with screenwriter/director David Naglieri (Emmy Award-winning filmmaker), have produced this must-see Documentary. Airing TODAY Sunday, November 7, at 12:00 p.m. on WXOW 19 ABC. To view the trailer and see further broadcast times, visit Kofc.org/stjoseph.
Baptism Today at the 4:30 p.m. Mass we celebrate the baptism of Sawyer Jackson Stark, son of Thomas and Ashley Stark. Congratulations to Sawyer and his family on this special day.
St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish Stronger Together
West Salem and Bangor, WI November 7, 2021
Mass Servers There will be training TODAY Sunday, November 7, from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. for young people fifth grade and older who would like to be an altar server. Please consider being part of this important ministry.
New Address Many people have asked for Father Kenny’s new address. He has finally settled in at: 409 E 241st Street, Bronx, NY 10470.
The Sound of Music Aquinas High School Proudly Presents The Sound of Music on Friday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, November 13, at 2:00 p.m. and November, 14 at 2:00 p.m. at Aquinas Campbell Theater. Tickets are $10 general seating and can be purchased at the Aquinas High School office or at the door 30 minutes prior to performance. Masks will be required of the audience members.
Holly Berry Fair St. James and Providence Academy are hosting their 55th Annual Holly Berry Fair on Saturday, November 13, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Providence Academy Gymnasium at 716 Windsor Street. Booths include bakery items, rummage items, antiques, crafts, raffle baskets, Packer tickets raffle, jewelry, mystery gifts, religious items and more! Pulled pork lunch and walking tacos are available for dine in or take out.
National Prayer Event Join Catholics and Protestants across the country coming together online on Thursday, November 18, at 7:00 p.m. to pray for the
Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case. This is the case that could overturn Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decision that made abortion legal in all 50 states. This historic online gathering will bring unite Christians across denominations to pray for a just outcome that protects millions of preborn babies and their mothers. Jesus says, “where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them” (Mt 18:20). Reserve your spot for this zoom conference at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A_nrSvCbQF2U2J8Aabw0Jg
Making Prayer More Personal Visit diolc.org/deeper and check out a Prayer Card with a simple process to make prayer more personal. For children and youth Prayer Cards, visit diolc.org/prayer.
Help Catholic Charities assist Afghan Refugees Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse is doing incredible work assisting thousands of Afghan refugees at Ft. McCoy, near Tomah. Find out how you can help by volunteering or donating – Visit cclse.org/afghanistan-refugee-assistance.
Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage Experience Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality North American Volunteers will offer a Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage Experience on Wednesday, November 10, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Joseph the Workman Cathedral.As part of this spiritual opportunity to draw nearer to God with Our Lady and St. Bernadette you will immerse yourself in the Message of Lourdes as given by Our Lady to St. Bernadette, experience the grotto rock and the healing grace of Lourdes Water, receive a Eucharistic blessing and pray the Rosary, receive a
Nov 8 Private Mass † Fred & Mary Schroeder by
Michael Schroeder
Nov 9 5:30 PM † Delbert Atkinson by Jane &
Brandon Mathison
Wednesday: Wis 6:1-11/Ps 82:3-4, 6-7/Lk 17:11-19
Nov 10 8:30 AM † Sharon Friet by Friet Family
Thursday: Wis 7:22b-8:1/Ps 119:89-91, 130, 135, 175/Lk 17:20-25
Tuesday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/Ps 46:2-9/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17/Jn 2:13-22
Saturday: Wis 18:14-16; 19:6-9/Ps 105:2-3, 36-37, 42-43/Lk 18:1-8
Ushers 4:30 PM Joe Bolwahn, Brady Dunnum,
Darrel Kammel
8:00 AM Phil Korn, Bill White, NOT FILLED
10:00 AM Melissa Anderson, Drew
Anderson, Jeremy Anderson
Servers 4:30 PM NOT FILLED8:00 AM Grace White, Peter White10:00 AM Brennon Anderson
Cantors 4:30 PM Michelle Lorenz8:00 AM Wyatt Molling10:00 AM Jennifer Aasen
Readers 4:30 PM Paula Dunnum
8:00 AM Tammy White
10:00 AM Amy Schmidt
Musicians 4:30 PM Kelli Martin8:00 AM Kelli Martin10:00 AM Kelli Martin
Counters Margette Baker, Cheryl Lang,
Destiny Longworth-Quam
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
November 13 - 14: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Total
4110 Adult Envelopes 2,548.00
4111 Offertory Collections, Youth 4.00
4112 Plate Collection 175.29
4125 Votive Candles 22.00
4125 Christmas Flower Memorials 10.00
4212 Restricted - New Church Fund 50.00
Total Revenue $ 2,809.29
Statement of Activity
October 18-24, 2021
Tues Nov 9 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study
Wed Nov 10 6:30 PM Grades 8-10 CCD
Thurs Nov 11 7:00 PM Choir Practice
Sun Nov 14 9:00 AM Grades 4-7 CCD
CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR THE WEEK
bottle of Lourdes Water, and be offered an extraordinary pandemic plenary indulgence. Join us on this pilgrimage journey to encounter the healing grace of our Lord Jesus Christ through His Immaculate Mother. The next best thing to visiting Lourdes itself is a pilgrimage journey without the travel! Admission is free; donations are welcome. For more information, contact Jackie Craig at (608) 782-0322 Ext. 0.
Say No To Taxpayer Funding of Abortion The Hyde Amendment and similar laws have protected taxpayers from funding elective abortion for 45 years. Now, powerful members of Congress, with the support of the Biden Administration, want to take away these laws that both Democrats and Republicans have supported for nearly half a century. Visit www.NoTaxpayerAbortion.com and sign the petition.
