Pastor Kenneth J. Glaser

Church - 211 21st Ave SW

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Parish Center/Mailing address

2107 J St SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

319-362-7282

www.stludmila.org www.Facebook.com/St.Ludmila.CR

The Spirit of

Weekend Mass times: Saturday, 4:00p.m.

Sunday 8:00a.m. and 10:30a.m.

May 10, 2020 ● Fifth Sunday of Easter Staff Directory

Parish Center (319)-362-7282

Fr. Kenneth J. Glaser………………...……..… dbq029@dbqarch.org

Sr. Mary Frances Michalec………..........,... dbq029s2@dbqarch.org

Natalie Wittenburg…...………….…..……... dbq029bk@dbqarch.org

Sharon Langenberg…………………...…….. dbq029s3@dbqarch.org

Kevin Tiedemann…..…………..……….... dbq029sec3@dbqarch.org

Deacon Jim Berger………………………...…….……... (319) 265-0291

Deacon Mark Sandersfeld…………..……………….... (319) 743-5008

Dr. Bradley Barrett, Music Director ……………....... (417) 288-8783

Religious Education Office………………………..... (319) 362-8148

Monica Rannals, Director of RE………..….. dbq029re@dbqarch.org

Sandy Tanberg, Secretary……………..... dbq029ffsec@dbqarch.org

Bingo…………………………………..………….….…… (319) 363-9372

Parish Social Hall ………………..…..………...…. (319) 261-0468

Holy Family Schools ….……………...…………...…. (319) 396-7792

Heather Williams (PreK-4 Principal) ……...………... (319) 396-7818

Zach Zeckser (Chief Administrator) .………...……. (319) 396-7792

Monica Robinson, Lead Teacher ……................... (319) 396-7792

Please visit our website www.stludmila.org or Facebook: www.Facebook.com/St.Ludmila.CR

St. Ludmila Catholic Church

PASTOR’S CORNER

You may recall that during Lent we focused on the Catholic Social Teachings of the Catholic

Church. Catholic Social Teachings has two components, which are charity and working towards

systematic changes in our local community.

From my experience, St. Ludmila Parish is Social Justice-minded in word and actions. Prior to

the current restrictions, Deacon Mark Sandersfeld visited a number of individuals incarcerated

locally and around the state of Iowa. Sharon Langenberg coordinated parishioners preparing and serving

meals at the Willis Dady overflow shelter on Saturday evenings during the winter months. Recently, the St.

Ludmila Council of St. Vincent De Paul Society has continued this ministry. Deacon Jim and Sue Berger

continue to chair and coordinate our ministry with the local council of the St. Vincent De Paul Society. Prior

to the restrictions, they met weekly to disperse financial assistance to individuals in need on the southwest side

of Cedar Rapids. Cindy Day serves as our board representative to Metro Catholic Outreach and Bob Bartosh

delivers the food that is collected for MCO weekly.

The various videos shown during the season of Lent challenged us to not only proclaim our faith, but to

recognize individually that we can make a difference. If you would like to review these videos, you can look at

them at www.dbqarch.org/catholic-social-teachings. It has been interesting to read the newspaper and learn

how people are cleaning up the environment - walking more, driving less, cleaning up ditches, stream and

parks in their local area, being more conscientious about recycling and being aware of packaging. The list goes

on and on. It is a proven fact that our “stay-in-place” orders have had a positive impact on the environment;

may this continue after the restrictions are lifted.

Recently I have received numerous emails and communications in regards to local organizations that are

helping those in need. I have heard a number of parishioners say they were appreciative of their $1,200

stimulus check, but recognized others were in greater need. So they intend to share part or all of this gift with

these local organizations. May God bless you for your generosity.

St. Ludmila Parish supports a variety of organizations throughout the year by collecting food, clothing,

household needs, etc. During Advent the Social Justice Committee has a giving tree inviting parishioners to

support the following organizations: Bridgehaven, Catherine McAuley Center, Catholic Worker House, Willis

Dady Center, Mission of Hope, Emergency Fund for Parishioners and St. Vincent De Paul. This year we had a

“Souper Bowl” competition providing food for Metro Catholic Outreach and St. Vincent De Paul. We also

collect food each week for Metro Catholic Outreach. This year our Lenten project was the Catherine

McAuley Center. We recently sent them a check for $1,313 in addition to delivering all the supplies that were

donated.

As a parish we financially support the following organizations monthly with our Local Area Needs

Collection:

$150 ~ Mission of Hope

$200 ~ Green Square Meals

$300 ~ Catholic Worker House

$500 ~ St. Vincent De Paul

$500 ~ Metro Catholic Outreach

With all the state restrictions placed on us individually and on these organizations, it has been difficult to go

shopping, to prepare meals or to financially support these organizations. However, Metro Catholic Outreach

continues to gather food and distribute it to those in need. Green Square Meals prepares and serves meals

daily. St. Vincent De Paul is still collecting food and distributing to their clients. St. Vincent De Paul is not

able to take other donations at this time.

If you are interested in supporting these local organizations, you are welcome to contact them directly. If

you would like to drop off donations of food and/or cash donations to St. Ludmila Parish, we will make sure

they get to the respective places in a timely manner.

Also, are you aware of any St. Ludmila parishioners who are in need at this time? If so, please contact Fr.

Ken directly via email at DBQ029@dbqarch.org or by phone at 319-362-7282. All referrals will be kept

confidential. It is our desire as a parish to minister spiritually, physically and financially to those in need.

Catholic Social Teaching is a foundational teaching of our Catholic faith. Thank you for the many ways you

are the eyes, the hands and the feet of Christ in our world today. As we continue to celebrate this Easter

Season, may we bring the light, hope and peace of the resurrected Christ to those in need. Thank you for your

prayerful, physical and financial support of those who live on the margins of life.

Peace,

Fr. Kenneth J. Glaser

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Readings for the Week of May 10, 2020

Sunday: Acts 6:1-7/Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19 [22]/1 Pt 2:4-9/

Jn 14:1-12

Monday: Acts 14:5-18/Ps 115:1-2, 3-4, 15-16 [1ab]/Jn

14:21-26

Tuesday: Acts 14:19-28/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13ab, 21 [cf.

12]/Jn 14:27-31a

Wednesday: Acts 15:1-6/Ps 122:1-2, 3-4ab, 4cd-5 [cf.

1]/Jn 15:1-8

Thursday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Ps 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

[8]/Jn 15:9-17

Friday: Acts 15:22-31/Ps 57:8-9, 10 and 12 [10a]/Jn

15:12-17

Saturday: Acts 16:1-10/Ps 100:1b-2, 3, 5 [2a]/Jn 15:18-

21

Next Sunday: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17/Ps 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16,

20 [1]/1 Pt 3:15-18/Jn 14:15-21

SCRIP: Sales for the week ending

May 3rd totaled $440.00! Is your

green thumb itching to dig in the

dirt? If so, put on your face mask

and check out the garden centers

at Menard's and Theisen's! But

before you do, contact Paula to purchase some

scrip to pay for your purchases. We have $25

cards for both in stock plus a couple of $100 cards

for Menard's.

Low denomination gift cards are back for a limited

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Barnes & Noble, Panera and Taco Bell. These

make GREAT graduation and teacher apprecia-

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for these or any other scrip needs.

AREA NEEDS—CATHOLIC SERVICES

Metro Catholic Outreach: 420 6th St. SE (319) 739-5490

Catholic Charities: 1430 2nd Ave SE (319) 364-7121

St. Vincent de Paul: 928 7th St. SE (319) 365-5091

Catholic Worker House: 1027 5th Ave SE (319) 362-9041

St. Ludmila Employment Opportunity

Religious Education Administrative Assistant

St. Ludmila is seeking a part time administrator to

support the Religious Education Program. The

candidate will work with the Coordinator of

Religious Education in supporting this ministry.

The candidate must be a self-starter, team player,

have basic computer skills and able to use other

forms of technology.

Applicants interested in this position must submit

a cover letter and resume to: Fr. Kenneth J. Glaser

at dbq029@dbqarch.org

Your Help Will be Needed!

As you know, during this time of pandemic we are

unable to hold funerals with more than 10 people in

attendance. Fr. Ken has been in contact with all

families that have lost a loved one during this time

and we will celebrate their lives when we are

allowed to gather again.

Most funeral homes will not be assisting with

services that will be held after the pandemic, so we

will need some volunteers to assist us with the

services. We will be needing volunteers to:

Serve as hospitality ministers by greeting guests

and handing out worship aides

Serve as liturgical ministers including, lectors

and Eucharistic Ministers

If you are interested in helping, please email

Sharon at dbq029s3@dbqarch.org and she will

contact you as we begin planning funerals.

Happy Mother’s Day Mother’s Day became a national holiday in 1914 by President Woodrow Wilson to celebrate mothers. Depending on the family and culture, this is celebrated in a variety of ways. Today, on behalf of St. Ludmila, I offer you the blessing of the Church as we celebrate this day. We recognized all mothers and those who fulfill the role of “mother” in the lives of others. Whether your mother is living or deceased, may you take time today to pause, if only briefly, to thank them for choosing the gift of life! Happy Mother’s Day!

Fr. Ken Glaser St. Jude Church Employment Opportunity

Saint Jude Church is seeking a business manager.

Interested persons are invited to pick up a job

description and application at the St. Jude parish

office at 50 Edgewood Rd. NW or by emailing

Father Mark Murphy at m.murphy@dbqarch.org.

Help Wanted: Fellowship Coordinator

St. Pius X Parish is actively searching to fill a

NEW part-time position with flexible hours.

Please submit your resume to Fr. Phil Thompson

at pastor@crpiusx.org or by mail at St. Pius X

Church, 4949 Council St. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA

52402. Complete job description is available on

our website at www.crpiusx.org.

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Financial Support for St. Ludmila Parish

Thank you for the sacrifices you are making to

continue your support for St. Ludmila Parish. As

a parish we have made a number of decisions to

reduce our monthly expenses. However, like your

home, we too have fixed expenses. It is because of

your generosity that we will walk this journey

together and discover the beauty of the Risen Lord

on the other side. Here are the ways you can

support St. Ludmila Parish, if you are able.

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT): Request a

registration form from the Parish Office

Mail contributions to:

St. Ludmila Parish

2107 J Street SW

Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404

Drop off contributions to the Parish Center:

The door closest to J Street SW

Credit or Debit Card: Go to our website,

www.stludmila.org. Click the “My Offertory

Gift” tab to complete the “Parish Online

Offertory Form”.

Your sacrificial offering will allow us to pay our

fixed expenses and continue to minister to you

through social media outlets.

May God’s blessings be with you!

Happy Easter

Fr. Ken Glaser

PARISH CALENDAR

Mon. May 11 No Mass

Tues. May 12 Video Streamed 5:30 pm Private Intention † Leo LaPierre 6:30 pm Finance Council, via Zoom Wed. May 13 Video Streamed 8:00 am Private Intention † Anna Ales 7:00 pm Men’s Group, via Zoom Thurs. May 14 Video Streamed 5:30 pm Private Intention † Don Rowe Fri. May 15 Video Streamed 8:00 am Private Intention † Bob Skvor Sat. May 16 No Mass Sun. May 10 Video Streamed 8:00 am Private Intention † Leo LaPierre C/CH—Church, PC—Parish Center, SC—School, SH—Social Hall

Pilgrim Statue:

The Pilgrim Virgin Statue will not be traveling

from home to home, until further notice, due

to the ongoing corona virus threat.

Local Catholic Radio

Many of us are spending more time at home and

perhaps looking for something new or different to

watch or listen to. This was introduced last year,

but perhaps in this uncertain time, you are looking

for some uplifting programming. We do have a

local Catholic Radio Station, KMMK 88.7 FM.

Their mission is to communicate the Gospel

message and lead others to Christ.

As you prepare to work in your garden, sitting in

your back yard or working in the garage, I invite

you to tune in to check out their programming. A

list of programming can be found at:

https://kmmk-fm.org/programming.

Parish Communications:

With the current decision by the four Bishops in

Iowa, it is uncertain when we will be able to gather

for Mass. As soon as we are given permission, we

will incorporate a plan that we are currently

working on.

In the meantime, it is our desire to have open

communication with the people of St. Ludmila

Parish. How are we doing this?

Weekly Constant Contact electronic email

Regular Facebook posts

Regular updates to our website

at www.stludmila.org

Printed bulletins that can be picked up outside

the Parish Office.

If you know of anyone who does not have internet,

please let them know that we have printed

bulletins and if needed we can mail them one if

they would like. Please contact the parish office.

New Parish Center Office Hours

(Until further notice)

Monday - Friday

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Afternoons, Evenings and Weekends

by appointment

St. Ludmila's Credit Union

The office will be closed until further

notice. Please call 319-431-0310

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Congratulations High School Seniors!

With us not being able to gather as a community we want to share with all of you who our

High School Seniors are this year. As we receive their photos and information we will share

this in our weekly bulletins.

Grace Healy

Grace is a Prairie High School senior. Throughout her years at Prairie she has been

involved in dance and color guard. She attended St. Ludmila's Religious Education

growing up.

In the fall Grace will be attending Kirkwood Community College to pursue

Veterinary Medicine!

Cheyanne Jean Ohlhauser

Cheyanne is a Senior at Jefferson High School. She has been involved in Bowling,

Girl Scouts, and a Volunteer at Camp Courageous during the pancake breakfast.

Her honors include National Honor Society.

At St. Ludmila she attended Religious Education and helps at the Kolach bakes

and Bingo concessions.

She has worked a part time job while in school. In the fall she plans to attend

Kirkwood Community College to study science and to receive her AA degree then

transfer to a 4-year college.

Are you a high school senior or do you know a high school senior?

Please email name, photo, activities involved in, honors received, involvement at St. Ludmila and future plans to

Sharon at dbq029s3@dbqarch.org to be included in our upcoming Constant Contact emails and bulletins.

Kerrigan Levi

Kerrigan will graduate from Prairie High School. While in high school, she has

been involved in Golf, Volleyball, the National Honor Society, Best Buddies,

Basketball, Speech, City of Cedar Rapids Mayor's Council member, and Fellowship

for Christian Athletes.

Her honors include being the National Honor Society President, qualifying for

All-State Speech, being a member of the Prairie Homecoming Court, and golf and

volleyball honors.

Kerrigan has been a member of the St. Ludmila Church for many years. She was

a member of the Pastoral Council serving as the youth representative for two

years, Religious Education teacher, Quest Team member, attended NCYC for two years, TEC team

leader, and was a lector.

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