facebook.com/sjtbparish facebook.com/ ChurchSJStJoseph Saint Joseph: We, the Church of Saint Joseph, are a Catholic, Benedictine faith community. Through our liturgy and faith formation, we build on a solid foundation as active witnesses of Christ, and we eagerly respond to the needs of the Parish and the global community. Saint John the Baptist: We are a progressive Catholic Benedictine Community encountering Christ through the celebration of Word and Sacrament, one another, nature, and our thirst to create a just world. CHURCH OF SAINT JOSEPH Address: 12 W. Minnesota St. St. Joseph, MN 56374 P: 320.363.7505 W: churchstjoseph.org Email: [email protected]Mass Schedule Tuesday-Friday: 9 am Saturday: 5 pm Sunday: 10:30 am SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST Address: 14241 Fruit Farm Rd St. Joseph, MN 56374 P: 320.363.2569 W: stjohnthebaptistparish.org Mass Times Sunday: 8:30 am WHAT ’ S INSIDE Weekly Schedules........................ 02 From the Pastor’s Desk ............ 03 Prayer ................................................... 04 Reopen to Public Worship ..... 05 Saint John the Baptist............... 06 Saint Joseph ................................... 07 SUNDAY, JUNE 28 TH | 13 TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Saint Joseph: We, the Church of Saint Joseph, are a Catholic, Benedictine faith community. Through our liturgy and faith formation, we build on a solid foundation as active witnesses of Christ, and we eagerly respond to the needs of the Parish and the global community.
Saint John the Baptist: We are a progressive Catholic Benedictine Community encountering Christ through the celebration of Word and Sacrament, one another, nature, and our thirst to create a just world.
CHURCH OF SAINT JOSEPH Address: 12 W. Minnesota St. St. Joseph, MN 56374 P: 320.363.7505 W: churchstjoseph.org Email: [email protected] Mass Schedule Tuesday-Friday: 9 am Saturday: 5 pm Sunday: 10:30 am
SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST Address: 14241 Fruit Farm Rd St. Joseph, MN 56374 P: 320.363.2569 W: stjohnthebaptistparish.org Mass Times Sunday: 8:30 am
WHAT’S INSIDE Weekly Schedules ........................ 02 From the Pastor’s Desk ............ 03 Prayer ................................................... 04 Reopen to Public Worship ..... 05 Saint John the Baptist ............... 06 Saint Joseph ................................... 07
8:30 am Mass †Mike Phillipp Saint John the Baptist
10:30 am Mass †Marie Krebsbach Church of Saint Joseph
MONDAY, JUNE 29
No Mass Today
TUESDAY, JUNE 30
9:00 am Mass †Ron Eisenschenk Church of Saint Joseph
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1
9:00 am Mass ††Roman & Gertie Bach Church of Saint Joseph
THURSDAY, JULY 2
9:00 am Mass ††Darol & Laurie Studer Church of Saint Joseph
FRIDAY, JULY 3
9:00 am Mass †Rollie Trettel & Family Church of Saint Joseph
SATURDAY, JULY 4
5:00 pm Mass †Leander Meyer Church of Saint Joseph
SUNDAY, JULY 5
8:30 am Mass for our Parishes Saint John the Baptist
10:30 am Mass †Delores Giroux Church of Saint Joseph
SUNDAY JUNE 28 8 am—Noon | Raffle Ticket Drop-Off, Drive-Up in East Parking Lot, Saint Joseph 8 am—1 pm | Quilt Auction Preview, Heritage Hall MONDAY JUNE 29 11:00 am | Rosary LIVE on Saint Joseph Facebook Page TUESDAY JUNE 30 10:00 am | Enrichment Group, Heritage Hall WEDNESDAY JULY 1 10:00 am | Willing Hands, Heritage Hall
THURSDAY JULY 2 11:00 am | Rosary LIVE on Saint Joseph Facebook Page FRIDAY JULY 3 No Events Today SATURDAY JULY 4 10:00 am | Joetown Rocks Raffle Drawing, Facebook LIVE SUNDAY JULY 5 Until 7:00 pm | Church of Saint Joseph Quilt Auction, Online
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS
RADIO OFFERINGS AVAILABLE Check out https://relevantradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Grid-NETWORK-050120.pdf for a program listing. Print-outs available in the parish office entry to share with those who do not have access to a computer or the internet.
St. Joseph Catholic School Phone: 363-7505 Principal Karl Terhaar: ext. 151 Email: [email protected] Administrative Assistant Linda Heinen: ext. 150 Email: [email protected]
Pastoral Council Elaine Anderson: 320.363.7571 Deb Baron, Chair: 320-363-8772 Charlie Burg: 320-363-4114 Rich Gallus: 320-363-0565 Eric Johannes: 320-271-0124 Jane Rennie: 320-363-4767 Lori Stock: 320-241-4528
Youth Representatives Julia Reber & Tanner Notsch
Finance Council Chair Gary Bechtold
Trustees DeAnne Budde 320-293-4648 Rick Baron 320-267-2370
SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST’S PARISH STAFF
Dear Friends in Christ: I am writing this on the patronal feast of St. John the Baptist parish. Today’s Mass was celebrated for the parish communi-ty, thanking God for all of you and for your health. On this beautiful day I want to congratu-late all of you from Saint John Baptist and Saint Joseph parishes for your care of the parish. Our budgets look really good despite the lockdown and people’s inability to pray together or work on fundraisers. You should feel proud that the whole community from each parish stepped up to fund this important min-istry. Each parish can boast of great participa-tion in the Eucharist, whether outside or inside. With the three Masses I think that we have the right balance thus far. Buster commented that he pre-ferred the outdoor Masses. Last week he was able to visit with many of you and you will notice that during the commun-ion he was the altar server accompany-ing me. Who said you can’t train an old dog to do new tricks? I counted 100+ people at the outdoor Mass, which is really gratifying. I want to address an issue that is trou-bling for many of us. That is the filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy by the diocese and thus, their restructuring. I want you to know that most of the money to cover the lawsuits is paid for by insurance. The remaining is funded by sale of properties belonging to the diocese and a small sum is assessed to the 106 parishes. I know that no one wants to have their money used to pay for the wrongdoing of clergy. At the Church of Saint Joseph , we are lucky that we have received a small amount from an individual which will cover this assessment. Money can not in any way heal the wounds left by these sinful acts but we hope that the innocent victims will recognize that we are tying to make some restitution. Our prayers are especially needed to heal any wounds that were caused. Fr. Jerome Tupa, OSB, Pastor
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK
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PLEASE PRAY FOR... All who are lonely, grieving or estranged, military men and women and their families, all the ill or suffering, people of the Diocese of Vijayapuram, India, all farmers, all frontline healthcare workers and workers & volunteers in foreign lands. CHURCH OF SAINT JOSEPH Duffy Barton, Terry Bowar, Laurie Christen, Dorothy Court, Laken Court, Brenda (Anderson) Dahlheimer, Audrey Elfering, Jennifer Frank, Rudy Gapko, Larry & Anita Hering, Cliff Hilsgen, Blake Hogenson, Ashley Holmes, Amy Klaphake, Becky Klaphake, Anna Kostreba, Laura Kutzera-Gaarder, Phil Maus, Becky Maus-Nelson, Judy Meemken, Alban Mohs, Nate Osbourn, Jennifer Oschwald, Jane Peterson, Marjorie Pfannenstein, Cindy Schmitz, a Special Intention, Anthony Scholz, Dorothy Schulte, John Steichen, Dennis Stueve, Emmy Torborg, Bob Valek, Eileen Walz, and Bill Wasner.
SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST Julia Beckmann, Gloria Ebacher, Alvina Klocker, Gen Ludowese, Larry Notch, Mildred Notsch, Anthony Scholz, and Charlie & Nancy Wenner To add or remove a name for the Prayer Corner, call the parish office.
IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE Please remember in your prayers those who have recently died: Mary Jean Schneider, Al Beckel, Leander Meyer, Roger Eberle and Lorraine Rausch. “Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.”
GOSPEL REFLECTION READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 28
A theme that goes through the readings today is that of hospitality, being concerned for others as well as oneself. In the First reading Elisha is welcomed by a woman who lived in Shunem. Because of her welcome, Elisha often stayed there so they made a room for him. And he promises her the gift of a child for her generosity. In the Gospel Jesus reminds us that if we even show kindness to the “little ones,” who are disciples, we will be rewarded. In showing hospitality we are fulfilling our baptismal call and putting our faith into action. We can show hospitality to strangers and guests, but we can also show hospitality to our family, friends and coworkers. We can do this by providing them with something they may need, or just an act of kindness. This week find ways to show hospitality to a family member or a neighbor. Be sure to accept the signs of hospitality that are offered to you. S. Betty Larson, OSB, Pastoral Ministry
*A full list of precautions and recommendations is available in the June 21st bulletin.
WEEKEND MASS TIMES
5:00 PM MASS AT THE CHURCH OF SAINT JOSEPH With the required safety measures, we can accommodate seating for 100.
We have been asked by Bishop Kettler to stress the importance of and to strongly encourage the use of masks by those attending Mass: while entering, while leaving and during Mass. Masks are only to be
taken off for receiving Communion.*
8:30 AM OUTDOOR MASS AT SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST Bring your own chair or view Mass from your vehicle. (sound via car radio)
Cancelled, if inclement weather
10:30 AM MASS AT THE CHURCH OF SAINT JOSEPH With the required safety measures, we can accommodate seating for 100.
We have been asked by Bishop Kettler to stress the importance of and to strongly encourage the use of masks by those attending Mass: while entering, while leaving and during Mass. Masks are only to be
taken off for receiving Communion.*
Mass will continue to be available online.
The Bishop’s dispensation to attend Sunday Mass is still in effect until further notice. If you are feeling ill, we kindly request that you stay home. It is highly encouraged that those who are in an “at-risk” population,
including those age 65 and over, should continue to participate in Mass online.
DAILY MASS TIMES No Monday daily Masses.
WEEKDAY MASSES – 9:00 AM BEGINNING TUESDAY, JUNE 9
Tuesdays -Fridays at Saint Joseph
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE By appointment. Please call Father Jerome at the Saint Joseph parish office.
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FAITH FORMATION UPDATE St. John the Baptist families, First Communion will be on July 12 at 8:30 AM Mass. We are planning for an outdoor Mass, but if the weather is questionable, we will move into the Parish Center. (Masks for adults and children are available.) If you have not already done so, please return 2020-2021 registration forms for Faith Formation. You may either send or drop off in the Collection tote at mass. Faith Formation Families: Please continue to check your emails over the summer. I will be sending out periodic messages. Have a terrific week and stay cool, Tess KIDS CORNER If you need more yellow children’s envelopes please let Julie know via email or at Mass. Weekly Children’s Gospel puzzle sheets will be available, request copies as you drive in. Some wonderful good deeds submitted on recent children’s envelopes include: “I helped with chores.” & “I baked banana bread with my Grandma.”
PARISH DEATH ANNIVERSARIES Please hold the following parishioners whose death anniversaries take place during the week of June 28-July 4 in your prayers: June 29, 1910 Franciscus Aretz July 1, 1922 Norma Pueringer July 1, 1930 Katherine Dullinger July 1, 1983 Joseph Knoblach July 2, 1912 Aloysius Himsl July 2, 1934 Herman Brinkman July 2, 1999 Mary Huschle July 4, 1894 Herman Reisinger July 4, 1906 Catharina Thielmann “May the souls of the faithfully departed, rest in peace.”
SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST
SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST June 14 Adult Envelope $1,868.00
June 15 Electronic $3,565.00
June 21 Adult Envelope $1,890.00
Donations Fiscal Year to Date $125,766.00
Budgeted Donations Fiscal YTD $139,999.00
Children’s Envelopes $12.50
Plate $27.00
Faith Formation Tuition $510.00
Building Fund $20.00
SAINT JOSEPH June 14 Adult Envelope $5,683.00
June 14 Youth Envelope $9.00
June 21 Adult Envelope $8,380.00
June 21 Youth Envelope $10.00
Donations Fiscal Year To Date $633,326.55
Budgeted Donations Fiscal YTD $692,175.00
Variance of YTD to Current Budget ($58,848.45)
There are two ways that you can support our parish financially while observing social distancing: •Mail In Contributions •Electronic Contribution Giving •Complete an enrollment form found on the parish website or contact Julie in the parish office.
There are three ways to continue giving while ob-serving social distancing practices: •Mail contributions to the parish office •Set up electronic giving (one-time or recurring)
•To sign-up, visit the parish website or call Amber at 320.363.7505 x120
•Drop contributions in the parish office drop box
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RAFFLE TICKETS We are grateful for those who have already picked up and/or returned their tickets. REMINDER: the drop-off date for tickets is NEXT SUNDAY, June 28th from 8:00 am to Noon in the East Parking Lot. It is our goal to have all sold and unsold tickets returned by the end of this collection event. If you are not able to return your tickets during the drop-off event, please have all tickets returned (sold or unsold) by Thursday, July 2nd. QUILT AUCTION The quilt auction will be VIRTUAL and is available online NOW at bid.blackdiamondauctions.com. View the quilts in person THIS WEEKEND. Stop by Heritage Hall during the following days/times: • Saturday, June 27 from 10:00am-6:30pm • Sunday, June 28 from 8:00am-1:00pm We will follow all social distance requirements, so please watch for marked entrance door. Volunteers will be available to help register interested bidders. Bid closing begins at 7:00 pm on Sunday July 5th. Photos of the quilts are available online at www.joetownrocks.org CONGRATULATIONS Join us in congratulating Irvin & Doris Goebel who celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary this week! “May God bless you and grant you joy. May He deepen your love for each other. May He bless you and lead you to unending happiness in Heaven. “
MASS INTENTION REQUESTS Do you ever wonder how to go about having a Mass said for a deceased loved one? We accept one stipend per Mass. You may request a Mass intention by contacting the parish office, by placing your request in the Sunday offering basket, in the parish office entry drop box or via postal mail. Please clearly indicate the name(s) of the intention, your name, phone number and the number of requested Masses, along with $10.00 stipend per intention. Because of the large number of requests that we receive, we have the following policy:
1. Mass intentions can only be accepted for the upcoming 12-month time period.
2. A limit of two intentions per year and only one of these Masses can be on a weekend.
3. If daily Mass is cancelled because of a funeral, you will be notified that your requested Mass intention will be rescheduled.
VOTIVE CANDLES In many Catholic celebrations and rituals, lighting candles plays a role. Church votive candles are used as a symbol of our desire to remain present to the Lord in prayer even though we may not be in the church or actively praying for an intention. If you would like a votive candle lit for a prayer intention, please place a $5.00 contribution in the weekend collection or place it in the drop box in the parish office entry. JOIN THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Lead With Faith. Protect Your Family. Serve Others. Defend Your Values. Become a Knight. Join Us Today! KofC.org/JoinUs or Call 363-8834
