March 4, 2018 Third Sunday of Lent
ST. MICHAEL'S PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
St. Michael’s Christian Community, located on the Menominee Indian Reservation, is a diverse Christian community reaching out to all residents, learning, loving, sharing, and communicating with one another through the teachings and practices celebrated in the Mass and the holy sacraments of the Catholic Church by integrating sacred symbols and spiritual practices of the Menominee.
ST. ANTHONY'S PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
St Anthony Church is a community of people where a
sense of belonging welcomes one and all;
where tradition and culture offer deeper
faith,hope and love;
Where religious education becomes pathway to our identity.
St. Anthony Church is a community of people
Where you belong forever.
Anamehawikamek Welcome
ST MICHAEL’S and St. Anthony's
P.O. Box 610 P.O. Box241
Keshena, WI 54135 Neopit, WI 54150 www.stmichaelkeshena.org
Parish Administrator, Fr. Joel Jores - 715-799-3811 - pastor@livingwaterslivingfaith.org Associate Priest: Fr. Francis Zurbano-715-799-3811 - pastor@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Deacon Mark Fuller - 715-201-2961 deaconmark@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Parish Secretary St. Michael, Vicki Hermsen - 715-799-3811 - vicki@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Parish Secretary St. Anthony, Mary Harte – 715-756-2361 – stanthony@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Religious Education Kathy King-Tucker - 715-799-3927 – ltucker@frontiernet.net
Find us on Facebook: stmichael Keshena and stanthony Neopit
ANNOINTING OF THE SICK: Individual arrangements can be made through the Parish Office
BAPTISM: Preparation program required. Please contact the Parish Office.
MARRIAGE: Make arrangements with the pastor six months prior to desired date.
CONFIRMATION:
The Gospel narrates Jesus’s emotional, angry (if you will) reaction to the scene he has witnessed in the Temple, the house of God and house of encounter with God for the Jews. Scenes that one expects to see only in marketplaces meet his eyes. And so his emotions are stirred, and he begins to drive away the vendors, money changers. It is not that they are not to be seen around the Temple area, for animal and money offerings are expected to be readily available. But what stirs his anger is that the sellers and money changers have invaded parts of the Temple that are held sacred ground. This shows, therefore, a lack of understanding and respect for the Temple on the part of the merchants whose minds are driven by profit.
Our weekend theme is: The 7th day He rested. Yahweh rested after six days of work. Following the footsteps of our ancestors in faith who passed down this solemn tradition of worshipping the Lord our God on Sunday, the Lord’s Day, should we not give highest respect to his house, the house of prayer? Of this house the bible says: “Zeal for your house will consume me.” This Psalm 69:10-describes Jesus’ reaction. Jesus is passionate for the things of his Father.
We all know that this is the house of God and house of prayer for each and every one of us, Heavenly Father’s children and Jesus brethren. May we all respect the rest day of God by coming every Sunday in this house of prayer to worship Him as one united family.
The Mass – A slice at a time
The General Structure of the Mass
At Mass or the Lord’s Supper, the People of God are called together with a Priest presiding and acting in the person of Christ, to celebrate the memorial of the Lord or Eucharistic Sacrifice. In an outstanding way there applies to such a local gathering of the holy Church the promise of Christ: “Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in their midst.” (Mt. 18:20). For in the celebration of Mass, in which the very assembly gathered in his name, in the person of the minister, in his word, and indeed substantially and uninterruptedly under the Eucharistic species.
Faith Formation Update
The students began preparation for Reconciliation, which will be held in two weeks on March 14th, 2018. Our Children’s Mass and potluck for March 7th has been cancelled.
Faith Formation/Confirmation Schedule:
Mar. 7 Class
Mar. 14 Class/Reconciliation
March 21 Class
March 28 Class
April 4 No Class – Easter Break
Encounter Safiata
In Burkina Faso, we encounter Safiata, a mother, grandmother and farmer who relies on the money she makes from her crops to put her children through school How can our purchases this Lent support farmers and artisans? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org for more.
Bishop’s Appeal-Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities assists thousands of northeastern Wisconsin residents each year from our offices in five communities. Here are the ways Catholic Charities cares for Jesus in our name by making a difference in the lives of people with various needs:
Individual and Family Counseling Services, including mental health counseling for families, couples and children. Family Strengthening Services to refugee and immigration communities throughout northeastern Wisconsin. Adoption and Pregnancy Counseling to assist birth parents, adoptive couples and people with unplanned pregnancies. Budget counseling to teach people how to responsibly manage their finances. Support groups for caregivers. Treatment for domestic violence offenders. Consulting with Catholic health services to assist them in providing ethical care in line with Church teachings. In 2017, the Bishop’s Appeal distributed $1,405,407 — 44% of the operating budget for Catholic Charities — to support its ministries. To make a gift to the Bishop’s Appeal contact your parish, visit the Bishop’s Appeal website at www.catholicfoundationgb.org/give, or call Tammy toll-free at 877-500-3580 ext. 8123.
Catholic Relief Services Collection
Next week, our parish will take up the Catholic Relief Services Collection (CRSC). Funds from this collection help provide food to the hungry, support to displaced refugees and bring Christ’s love and mercy to all people here at home and abroad. Next week, please give generously to the RSC and help Jesus in disguise. Learn more about the collection at www.sccb.org/catholic-relief.
Third Sunday in Lent
March 4, 2018
St.Michael
3/05……..………....………………..…………….…No Mass
3/06……………...Rev Jose Castaneda, Rev John Cerkas
3/07……………………………....Faith Formation Students
3/08…….……………………………..…Kateri Prayer Circle
3/09……...Deacon Mark Ebben, Deacon Michael Dabeck
3/10…….…………………………………..Dorothy Faucher
3/11………………………Members of St. Michael’s Parish
St. Michael Financial Blessings Feb. 15 & 16
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Envelopes |
$858.00 |
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Loose |
$434.25 |
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Bishop Appeal Goal |
$6,754.00 |
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Bishop Appeal Received |
$920.00 |
Lector Servers Eucharistic
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Delberta Pethke |
Isabella Waupochick |
Pat Gwidt |
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Jim & Ellie Sokoly |
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Sharon Hoffman |
Sunday, March 17, 9 am
Lector Servers Eucharistic Minister
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Lisa Peters |
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Cathy Wilber |
Sunday, March 11, 9 am
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Joe Michel |
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Deacon Mark |
Penance Service:
There will be a penance service at St. Michael’s on Wednesday, March 14 from 6 - 8 pm. Mark your calendars.
Why “sacrifice” during Lent?
We sacrifice for the things that are important to us. As a nation we pay sacrifice in taxes, in laws and sometimes the blood of our children in order to make our country stronger and safer. Parents make little daily sacrifices for their children and many more difficult choices to secure their family’s future. We make sacrifices for loved ones, spouses, family, beloved friends.
If we take our faith seriously we make sacrifices for God too. Sacrificing is an act of love. It shows how deeply we care. It reflects a heart filled with devotion, instead of selfish demands. And in the act of sacrifice we get back far more than we have ever given.
Stations of the Cross
We will have Stations of the Cross thirty minutes before Mass. Please return booklets each week.
Easter Flowers
Parishioners are invited to make donations toward the purchase of Easter flowers in honor or memory of loved ones. Donation envelopes are located in the pews. A list of donors will be published on Easter.
Fish Fry
St. Michael’s will be having our second Fish Fry March 16th from 4 – 6:30 pm. We are looking for monetary donations to defray the cost of the fish. Any amount will be helpful and can be given to the Parish Office. Thank you.
Thrift & Gift
We are looking for someone to help with sorting clothing and miscellaneous items on the first and third Monday of the month for about 2-3 hours. If you can help, please call Cookie at (920) 216-9240 or the parish office at (715) 799-3811.
Fish Fry St. Anthony’s
There will be a Fish Fry at St. Anthony’s on March 9th from 4-7 pm.
Rural Life Day
March 22, 2018 10:30 am Sacred Heart Parish, Shawano
Bishop David Ricken invites everyone to celebrate and support Rural Life 2018 in the Diocese of Green Bay. Rural Life Day is an opportunity to: praise God's abundant generosity, have your soil, seeds, animals and machinery blessed, build community throughout the Diocese's rural communities. Meal tickets are $10 and must be purchased seven days before the event by calling Sacred Heart Parish at (715) 526-2023
Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers Needed
Come help celebrate the Mass by joining us as a lector or Eucharistic minister on Saturday or Sundays. Preparation is minimal and the rewards of this service are enriching and fulfilling. Please contact the Parish Office at St. Michaels if interested. (715) 799-3811.
Estate Planning
When doing your estate planning, please remember St. Michael Parish. If you have questions, please contact the parish office at 715-799-3811.
Mass for the homebound:
Mass services for the Homebound are offered by the following TV stations: WACY-TV- channel 32 at 8:00 am Sundays, WBAY-TV-channel 2 at 5:30 am on Sundays. Mass offered online at www.Heartofthenation.org. Check the website for times and dates.
The Burial Place
Burial vaults are a requirement for full casket ground interments. This is a diocesan regulation and not a state or federal law. Burial vaults serve the purpose of protecting the caskets and mortal remains within, as well as maintaining integrity of the cemetery ground (prevent collapsing and cave-ins). People are able to purchase burial vaults from a number of sources, with local funeral homes being the most common. There is a wide variety of vault styles, sizes and materials; it is recommended the cemetery representative find out the vault specifics prior to each burial.
Mass for the homebound:
Mass services for the Homebound are offered by the following TV stations: WACY-TV- channel 32 at 8:00 am Sundays, WBAY-TV-channel 2 at 5:30 am on Sundays. Mass offered online at www.Heartofthenation.org. Check the website for times and dates.
ADRC Events - Menominee County
March 5th – May 14th: UW-Extension is offering a Strong Women Program. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays at the College of Menominee Nation Campus, Community Technology Center, Room # 110. Contact Dawn for more information at 715-799-6226, ext. 5714.
The Community Resource Center in Keshena offers an array of classes including computer skills, preparing for employment, and much more. Classes are open to the general public. Call 715-799-5137 for more information.
A memory café is offered monthly at the Keshena Senior Center. This is a social group for those with dementia and their caregivers. Contact Joyce Wayka for more information at 715-799-5270.
THRIFT & GIFT MORE
Thrift & Gift will be open March 6th and 20th from noon to 3 pm. If you have a donation, it can be dropped off at Parish Office or Thrift & Gift if open. We need towels. Thank you.
ST. MICHAEL FOOD PANTRIES:
St. Michael’s Food Pantry will be open March 6th and 20th from 1-3 pm. We are in need of brown paper bags, personal hygiene items, meat sauce, and soup. .
ST. MICHAEL’S BOOK SHARE:
Thanks to all who hosted and brought books in this past year! The new sign-up sheet for hosting one of the Sundays in 2018 is up. Please sign up to host one of the 12 Sundays next year, it will be greatly appreciated! Book share is open the first Sunday of the month, and the first Tuesday of the Month with Food Pantry.
The Burial Place
Burial rights shall be permitted in Catholic cemeteries for all Catholic faithful departed, catechumen and others in accordance with canon law. Subject to the approval of the pastor, those of other Christian faith traditions or certain non-Christian traditions may be permitted in the cemetery. The cemetery committee may recommend to the pastor rules and regulations governing specific ethnic practices.
Even though state and federal laws do not require it, the embalming of remains is strongly encouraged prior to interment in the cemetery.
Mass for the homebound:
Mass services for the Homebound are offered by the following TV stations: WACY-TV- channel 32 at 8:00 am Sundays, WBAY-TV-channel 2 at 5:30 am on Sundays. Mass offered online at www.Heartofthenation.org. Check the website for times and dates.
ADRC Events - Menominee County
March 5th – May 14th: UW-Extension is offering a Strong Women Program. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays at the College of Menominee Nation Campus, Community Technology Center, Room # 110. Contact Dawn for more information at 715-799-6226, ext. 5714.
The Community Resource Center in Keshena offers an array of classes including computer skills, preparing for employment, and much more. Classes are open to the general public. Call 715-799-5137 for more information.
A memory café is offered monthly at the Keshena Senior Center. This is a social group for those with dementia and their caregivers. Contact Joyce Wayka for more information at 715-799-5270.
BULLETIN NEWS/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Deadline for new information is 9:00 pm Tuesday evenings. Contact parish office to Submit.
St.Michael's Parish Office Hours:
Office hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8 am to 3 pm., Wednesday and Friday 9 am to 1 pm. If you have an urgent matter, please contact Fr. Joel or Fr. Francis.
St. Anthony's Parish Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm.
Fr. Joel will have office hours as follows:
Tuesday – St. Michael’s
Wednesday – St. Francis
Thursday – St. Anthony
Mark Your Calendarsr.
03/06/2018 Thrift & Gift St. Michael Noon – 3 pm
03/06/2018 Food Pantry St. Michael St. Anthony 1 – 3 pm
03/06/2018 Finance Council St. Michael 11 am – 1 pm
03/13/2018 Pastoral Council St. Michael 6 – 8 pm
03/14/2018 Penance Service St. Michael 6 – 8 pm
03/16/2018 Fish Fry St. Michael 4 – 6:30 pm
03/20/2018 Knights of Columbus St. Michael 7 pm
03/29/2018 Holy Thursday/Adoration St. Michael 6 – 10 pm
03/30/2018 Good Friday St. Michael 3 – 4 pm
03/31/2018 Holy Saturday St. Michael 8 – 9:30 pm
04/1/2018 Easter Mass St. Michael 9-10 am
MASS TIMES:
St. Michael – 4:00 pm Saturday/ 9:00 am Sundays
St. Anthony – 10:30 am Sundays
St. Francis Solanus – 8:30 am Sundays
St. Mary – 10:30 am Sunday
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