Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church 5202 25th Street S, Fargo, ND 58104 Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time August 30, 2020 Phone…....701-235-5757 Fax………701-235-0764 Web…..www.stsaaj.org Email.....[email protected]Mass Schedule: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. (Anticipatory) Sunday: 7:45, 9:15 and 11 a.m.; and 12:30 p.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Monday-Friday: 6:30-6:55 a.m. and 11:40-12:05 p.m. Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m. Saturday: 8-8:25 a.m. and 4-4:50 p.m. By appointment if needed. See page 2 for additional contact information. Contact Information and Mass Times
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Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church 5202 25th Street S, Fargo, ND 58104
Mass Schedule: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. and 12:10 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. (Anticipatory)
Sunday: 7:45, 9:15 and 11 a.m.; and 12:30 p.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Monday-Friday: 6:30-6:55 a.m. and
11:40-12:05 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m.
Saturday: 8-8:25 a.m. and 4-4:50 p.m.
By appointment if needed.
See page 2 for additional contact information.
Contact Information and Mass Times
Sacrament of Baptism: Please call the church for scheduling. Attendance at a baptism class should be within the last two months before the birth of the child. You must be a registered member of the parish. Parents are required to attend a class for each child.
Sacrament of Marriage: Visit our website to view our wedding policy for details on marriage preparation and wedding details. Our wedding coordinator at the parish office must be contacted at least seven months in advance of a wedding date.
Communion to Shut-ins: Please call the office to receive communion or a pastoral visit for the homebound.
Anointing of the Sick: Anyone having surgery or wishing to receive this sacrament is asked to call either the office or the rectory. Please notify the pastor upon admission of a family member to the hospital.
Parish Nurse Ministry: Our parish nurses give spiritual support, answer medical questions, provide referrals and make home visits to bring communion to the sick and homebound.
Please call Kris Hintz, parish nurse at 701-730-2909.
Adoration Hours: Eucharistic Adoration has been cancelled until further notice.
The next NFP classes are October 5, November 2 and December 7 Please call Natalie at 701-866-7890 to register.
Welcome to our parish family! Please stop by the parish office for registration information 8 to 12 p.m. or 1 to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Natural Family Planning
Please pray for our
ill parishioners…
Pat Adams
Travis Anderson Jessica Bercier
Marilyn Birkholz Rachel Briggs
Brenda Byer
Brandi DesMarais Paul Dietz
Eugene Fisher
Carla Hubbard
Joe Johnson
Pat Kinsella
John Koerselman
Margaret Krause Elaine Majerus
Mark Mathison
David Mears
Pat Meier
Jeff McKinnon
Michael Pirmantgen
Alex Smith
Pat Wangler
Kariann Withrow
Steve Zetocha
Duane Zwinger
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If you would like
your name added or removed, please call
the parish office.
August 31-September 6, 2020
Mon: 7:00 a.m. Brett Johnson
12:10 p.m. + George Calkins
Tue: 7:00 a.m. Ryan Danielson
12:10 p.m. Hoedl-Madick family
Wed 7:00 a.m. + Steven M. Bachmeier
12:10 p.m. + Ben Ziegler
Thu: 7:00 a.m. + Dorothy Kroetsch
12:10 p.m. + Enid Petry
Fri: 7:00 a.m. + Karen L. Krause
12:10 p.m. + Bill and + Nancy Hunt
Sat: 8:30 a.m. + Janice Scott
5:00 p.m. + Jim Schmidt
Sun: 7:45 a.m. Kendall and Tiffany Radke
9:15 a.m. + Deceased family members
of Maria Alfonseca
11:00 a.m. Parishioners
12:30 p.m. Douglas Covert
.
Stewardship
Online giving is a safe and easy way to support our parish and its ministries during this pandemic. Start today by visiting www.stsaaj.org or scan the QR code.
A SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY – BUT A MUTED CELEBRATION . . .
Our parish is approaching a special anniversary this coming Saturday: Sts. Anne & Joachim parish was founded on
September 5, 1995 – and so it will be our parish's 25th anniversary. For those of you who were here back then, Msgr. Val Gross was
named the first pastor of the "parish without a name" that would be located at the corner of 52nd Ave S and 25th St S – then on the very
edge of town with groves of trees nearby, farm fields, and gravel roads to the south.
The first weekend of Masses at the new parish were held on September 9-10, and it became apparent immediately from that
first weekend that the new parish had a future to look forward to. But there was to be a lot of work to be done before that future was to
be attained . . . And of course, we today in 2020 are part of that future, ourselves now working (and praying) our way as a parish
family, being built up in the Spirit into a family pleasing to Our Father. But it all began 25 years ago this coming week.
I would suppose that "normally" we would have had some kind of parish celebration, but not this year . . . which has now
become the new normal. But that's okay – what's important is that we are here, we are still here, and we are a parish that will strive to
continue to be here for as long as needs be. Our parish foundations were set in September of 1995, the building of the structures were
completed in 2010, but the building up of the Body of Christ here will continue until the day the Lord comes again – and may that day
find this parish ready and expectant!
We will certainly make note of this anniversary at next weekend's Masses, but I ask all of you to offer a prayer for our parish
at this time: a prayer of thanksgiving for 25 blessed years, and a prayer of supplication for many, many more.
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I'm looking for some help in the rectory. For the past number of years Janet McMullen, a member of our parish, has been
taking care of housekeeping chores for us priests who live here – and that's four of us at this time (myself, Fr. Karnik, Fr. Metzger and
Fr. Slattery). Now Janet's being pulled in some different directions and she needs to move on from her service to us – and she has
done a magnificent job keeping the rectory is tip-top clean shape. (It's not always easy with four "bachelors.") So we need a new
housekeeper.
It's a once-a-week job, usually four to five hours. We can be flexible with the hours, but it's better with more consistency
concerning those hours each week. Please contact me if you or someone you know would be interested in this service to our parish
priests. Obviously, confidentiality needs to be observed here: no one needs to know how many chocolate-chip cookies I eat each
week . . .
I do want to thank Janet publicly for her time with us. Our parish's rectory was built during Msgr. Gross' time and is a solid
and fantastic home for the priests who live here, and Janet has done a superb job in keeping it that way.
Fr. Duchschere Pastor
PASTOR’S PAGE
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Stewardship Moment
“What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life?” - Matthew 16:26 St. Francis of Assisi once said, “Remember, you are what you are in the eyes of God, and nothing else.” We often forget this stewardship wisdom when we spend all of our time, talent and treasure to gain more of the world’s riches. We need to set our priorities based on God’s values and not the values of the material world.
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Attention Boys and Young Men
Troop ND-04:12 with Trail Life USA will be hosting a recruit-ment event September 13 in the
Social Hall at Sts. Anne & Joachim at 12:30 p.m. (after the 11 a.m. Mass). Trail Life is a Christian Adventure, Charac-ter, and Leadership Program for boys and young men in grades K-12. Their mission is to guide generations of coura-geous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure. Please stop by on September 13 if you would like to learn more. If you can’t make it, please reach out to Paul Wilburn for more infor-mation ([email protected]).
MACH1 will be meeting on Wednesday, September 2 at 9:30 a.m. in the Ave Maria
Room. MACH1 meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 9:30 a.m. Contact Maura Wilburn at [email protected] or (312) 307-9639.
The Prayer Quilt Ministry will meet on Mondays beginning September 14 at 1 p.m. in
the St. Veronica Room. Even if you don't know how to sew or cut fabric, we will teach you. The prayer quilts go to parishioners who are sick or
facing a personal crisis. All are welcome.
Has God given you the gift of singing? You are invited to share your gifts with our music ministry this fall. Because of the ongoing COVID situation, things will look a little different. The choir will rehearse on Wednesday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the church so we can safely social distance. We will be forming small groups from the big choir to sing at Masses on weekends as the whole choir cannot properly social distance in the choir loft. Rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, September 16. If you are interested in singing with the choir or would like more information, please call Cindy in the parish office.
Prayer for our Nation Please join us in praying the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy and the Holy Rosary for our nation and unity of Christians on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. at Winnie Savageau's home, 1218 48th Ave S, Fargo. Phone 232-6589. Everyone is welcome!
If you would like to become a registered member(s)
at Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church,
please call the parish office at 701-235-5757.
Catholic Charities Crib Project through September 7 - Catholic Charities North Dakota offers Pregnancy, Parenting and Adoption Services (PPAS). Any person with an unexpected pregnancy can receive services through the PPAS program. When a mom chooses to parent her child, Catholic Charities North Dakota works to help educate and prepare her for her new baby. However, there is often a significant need for supplies to properly care for a new baby.
You can be a part of this important program by helping to supply new or gently used baby items in the crib in the Gathering Space. Diapers and clothes for newborns up to 18 months, baby wipes and cream, bottles, pacifiers, baby wash, infant Tylenol, and blankets are needed. Most other baby items are welcome as well. We ask that no baby food or formula donations be made, babies often need a specific type. Gift cards or financial donations are welcomed to help purchase those items.
Thank you very much for your support of our local moms! If you have questions or want to learn more please visit our website at: www.CatholicCharitiesND.org or call 235-4457.
What is the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)?
A program designed for non-Catholics who wish to learn more about the Catholic Church and for their Catholic friend or spouse. The process prepares you to become a member of the Catholic Church, if you so desire.
Fr. Duchschere leads this program. Sessions include an overview of assigned material, questions, answers, and discussions.
RCIA sessions are held at Church beginning Thursday, September 10, 7 to 9 p.m. Subsequent classes are every Thursday through mid-May 2021, with breaks during holidays. To help us prepare for class, please call Connie Dulany at church (235-5757) to register.
Community Leadership: Stephen Lugor, Council Chairperson, 912-347-2405
Divorced, Widowed, or Separated: Are you doing your best to cope with life alone? "Beginning Experience" is a program of peer ministry that has helped a lot of people going through the difficult times of the loss of a spouse. The next Beginning Experience Weekend will be this November 20-22, 2020, at Maryvale, Valley City. For more information please contact Frank (218) 790-4202, Marlene (218) 998-4300, or Jason (701) 840-8951. Also check the website: beginningexperience-easternnd.org, or talk with your priest or pastor.
JPII Catholic Schools are looking to hire the following positions for the 2020-2021 school year:
* Science Teacher – Shanley High School * Substitute Teachers – All locations * Assistant Cook – Trinity Elementary * Little Deacons Para – Holy Spirit Elementary * After School Workers – All locations * Custodian – Holy Spirit Elementary * Evening Custodian – Shanley/Sullivan School
For more information on these positions or how to apply visit https://www.jp2schools.org/central-office/careers/ or call 701-893-3231.
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St. James Basilica in Jamestown, ND is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Business Manager. Submit cover letter, resume and three references to Monsignor Wald at: [email protected]. Position open until filled.
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St. Catherine’s Parish in Valley City ND, is accepting applications for a Parish Office Administrator, 32 hours per week with benefits. Submit cover letter, resume and three references to Monsignor Skonseng at [email protected]. Position open until filled.
OUTSIDE OUR PARISH
“The Deacon Builder” is a Brand-New Scholarship - A new scholarship is now available to all current and new JPII Catholic School students in grades 6-12. This scholarship is renewable, needs-based, for students through
graduation! Contact Lori Hager, director of admissions, for more information at 701-893-3271. The Deacon Builder is in addition to other scholarships available at all of the JPII Catholic Schools. Your child/ren are able to enjoy the rich faith-filled environment and personalized attention that our St. John Paul II Catholic Schools offer! Visit our website at JP2schools.org.
Weekly Prayer of the Faithful Petitions That each of us may have the strength and courage to put
Jesus first above worldly ways and material gains
Boys in grades K-5 are invited to join Cub Scouts Pack 4222! 6-7 p.m. Monday, August 31 at Lindenwood Park, Rotary Shelter. We are a Nativity Church chartered BSA Pack and adhere to the
precepts of the Catholic Church. For more information, please email [email protected]
Women of the Year and Chocolate Fantasy will both be held on one amazing day – September 10! Both events are a special way
to support the YWCA Emergency Shelter, which each year helps over 1,400 women and children in rebuilding their lives. We invite you to tune in virtually to uplift all our Women of the Year nominees and support the mission of YWCA Cass Clay. Your gift of $44 provides a night of shelter for a woman or child in need right here in our community at YWCA Emergency Shelter - PLUS gives you live event coverage with a virtual viewing ticket, ensuring you have exclusive access and first-hand knowledge of our 2020 Women of the Year honorees! You’ll even get entered for a great prize in our exclusive virtual viewing drawing!
But wait, there’s more! Chocolate Fantasy $15 to-go dessert boxes are available for online pre-order and pick-up on September 10. And on Friday, September 4 at 12 p.m., a variety of incredible silent auction items donated from your favorite local hotspots and businesses will be available for you to view and bid on online as well.
For more information on these two great ways to support the mission of YWCA Cass Clay, visit https://www.ywcacassclay.org
You are invited to join us for a day of golf, fun and fellowship at the Orv Kelly Shanley Scramble on Monday, September 21 at the Moorhead Country Club. Shotgun Start at 12:30 p.m. with Burger/Brat Lunch at 11:00 a.m. Sign-in begins at 11:30 a.m. Questions: Contact Joelle at 701-893-3225 or email [email protected]
Stuff the Truck event! Before you throw your gently used items… help The New life Center Stuff the Truck on Saturday, September 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Luther Family Ford.
Court St. Ann #261 of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas will meet Tuesday, September 8 at St. Anthony's beginning with Mass at 5:15 p.m. with meal and meeting to follow at 6:30 p.m. St. Anthony's strongly encourages wearing a mask and to follow social distancing guidelines. If interested in CDA, please join. Members are invited to bring food pantry donations. Call Peggy at 701-367-2190 with any questions.
