March 10, 2019
First Sunday in Lent
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.
Anamehawikamek Welcome
ST MICHAEL’S
P.O. Box 610
Keshena, WI 54135
www.stmichaelkeshena.org
Pastoral Staff:
Fr. Nonito Barra
Parish Administrator (715) 799-3811
Rectory (715) 994-1337
Pastor@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Fr. Joel Jores
Parochial Vicar (715) 787-3377
frj@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Mark Fuller
Deacon (715) 201-2961
deaconmark@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Vicki Hermsen
Parish Secretary (715) 799-3811
vicki@livingwaterslivingfaith.org
Kathy King-Tucker
Religious Education (715) 799-3927
ltucker@frontiernet.net
Parish Trustees:
Kathy Kaquatosh
Kitty Gilane
Pastoral Council Chair:
Sylvia Wilber
Finance Council Chair:
Andy Sulskis
Thrift N Gift Coordinator:
Cookie Vigue
Food Pantry Coordinator:
Pat Gwidt
Mass Schedule:
Saturday: 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am
Reconciliation: Saturday 4:30 – 4:45 pm
Daily Mass Chapel: 8:00 am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Kateri Prayer Circle:
After 8:00 am Mass Thursday morning
SATURDAY MASS: 5:00 pm
SUNDAY MASS: 9:00 am
CONFESSION: Saturday 4:30 - 4:45pm
ROSARY: Saturday 3:40 pm Sunday 8:35 am
DAILY MASS: Chapel Southside of Church
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 & the holy sacraments of the Catholic Church by integrating sacred symbols and spiritual practices of the Menominee.
SATURDAY MASS: 5:00 pm SUNDAY MASS: 9:00 am
CONFESSION: Saturday 3:30 - 3:45pm ROSARY: Saturday 3:40 pm Sunday 8:40 am
DAILY MASS: Chapel Southside of Church Tuesday, Wednesday. Thursday, Friday 8:00 am
HOLY HOUR: 1st Thursday of the Month from 6-7 pm
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: Wednesdays 6-7:30 September-May
Notes from Father Joel
Welcome to Lenten Season 2019! Delicious fresh fish fry on Fridays is in the air! We all know where to go, right or left? Hahaha!!! I hope somebody will have the joyful courage to invite Fr. Nonito and me for that fish fry dinner.
So, my dear co-travelers, as we continue to journey in this life as disciples on the way and invited by our Bishop David Ricken to be Missionaries of Hope to the world of our time in the history of the Church, the Word of God is always there to guide us, to illumine our paths, to remind us of things we need to take care of. So, the letter to the Hebrews affirms that Jesus was tested in every way, like all of us, although He did not succumb to temptation. Temptations come from the evil one, and their target is to make us fall. On the other hand, trials and tests may be allowed by God to make us strong or be purified.
Now, as Catholics, Lenten season is, as we all know, the season for us to go to CONFESSION. Yes, it is not easy to go to confess our sins to our priests. This is the culture. And this kind of culture is the Work of the Evil One. Sad to say many of us succumb to this testing. Please fight back by coming back to ourselves admitting our need God’s mercy to be strong and stronger than any temptation that may come again and again in life.
Wishing you all a blessed first Sunday of Lent 2019!
Co -Traveler, Fr. Joel
Lent
Lent is historically a time of conversion and preparation leading up to the celebration of Jesus' suffering, death, and resurrection, otherwise known as the Paschal Mystery. Prayer, fasting, and giving alms are key ways Catholics observe Lent because these are the ways the Jewish people, including Jesus, have always attended to their relationship with God.
Fasting and Abstaining
Because Lent is a time of conversion and preparation, most Catholics are asked to fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday that is to eat one main meal and two smaller meals with no eating between meals. There is also the obligation of abstinence which means no eating meat -- on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all the Fridays of Lent.
The Mass – A slice at a time
On Universal Prayer or Prayer of the Faithful
These intentions or petitions should be sober, be composed with a wise liberty and in few words and be expressive of the prayer of the entire community. And they are announced from the ambo or another suitable place by the Deacon or by a cantor, a reader or one of the lay faithful. And the Church attendants from their part, stand and give expression their prayer either by an invocation said in common (Lord, hear our prayer) after each petition or by praying in silence.
On Wednesday March 6, the Faith Formation students attended Ash Wednesday Mass and enjoyed a potluck afterwards. The families were given Rice Bowls and a Family Lenten Calendar with daily suggestions for activities every day in Lent. The next Mass/Potluck with be April 3rd, 2019.
Please include our Faith Formation children and catechists in your prayers during Lent and as we prepare for the celebration of Easter.
Encounter Lent
Encounter Norma
In Guatemala, we encounter Norma, who as a young mother, supports her family and shares her skills with her community. Reflect on the importance of family in your life. How can you contribute to support families in your community? Visit crsricebowl.org for more.
Marriage Encounter:
SPRING into quality "couple time" together focusing on your marriage during a Marriage Encounter weekend. Green Bay Marriage Encounter invites you to discover how your good marriage can be even better or how to get your marriage back on track. Join them at the Norbertine Center for Spirituality in De Pere on March 22-24. Call 920-544-5166 or visit www.gbme.org for more information or to register.
Kateri Prayer Circle
Never underestimate the power of prayer. Just one small prayer can change your life. If you or your family members need prayers for any reason, please call one of our Kateri Prayer Circle members, who will in turn call members of their group. Soon, many prayers will be offered for your specific prayer request. Please call:
Fay Waupochick 715-799-3437
Leatha Grinhaug 715-994-1098
You can also call the parish office with your Prayer request 715-799-3811.
Choir
Do you like to sing? Can you play an instrument? We are looking to get a choir together. If you are interested in singing or playing an instrument and would like to be a part of this choir, please call the parish office at (715) 799-3811.
March 10, 2019
First Sunday in Lent
3/11.....…..…....……..……….……………..…No Mass
3/12........Rev Kenneth Frozena, Rev John Gallagher
3/13…....Deacon Bernard Knier, Deacon Mark Knipp
3/14.......………………………...…Kateri Prayer Circle
3/15……...……………………..……………..Tribal Elders
3/16…..…………Gwidt & Paweleczyk Families, L&D
3/17…….………………………………Arline Crepeau
Financial Blessings
March 2 & 3
Envelopes | $834.00
|
Loose | $292.50 |
Bishops Appeal Goal | $6582.00 |
BA Received | $1910.00 |
Thrift N Gift | $104.00 |
Building & Grounds
There will be a second collection this weekend for Building & Grounds. Please be generous.
Sunday, March 16th, 9 am
Lector Servers Eucharistic Ministe
Lela & Matt Schwitzer | - | Deacon Mark |
Saturday, March 17th, 5 pm
Bryan Lepscier | Deacon Mark |
Saturday, March 23rd, 5 pm
Lector Servers Eucharistic Minister
Dan & Sophie Hanauer | - | Pat Gwidt |
Sunday, March 24th, 9 am
Lector Servers Eucharistic Minister
Jim & Ellie Sokoly | Vicki Hermsen |
“Each year, through Mother Church, God gives us this joyful season when we prepare to celebrate the paschal mystery with mind and heart renewed… as we ecall the great events that gave us new life in Christ.'” - Pope Francis
Stations of the Cross
We will be saying Stations of the Cross every Thursday evening from 6-6:30 pm starting Thurs. March 7th. Consider giving a half hour a week in prayer during Lent.
Fellowship Sunday/Book Share
Today Sunday, March 10th will be Fellowship Sunday following 9 am Mass in the Hall. Book Share will also be open. Join us for socialization and doughnuts.
Experience the Healing Love of God
Special Lenten Healing Mass on April 8, 6 pm at Sacred Heart, Shawano. There will be Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick and Mass. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass and specially trained Healing Ministry teams available for individual prayer.
Marriage Encounter
SPRING into quality "couple time" together focusing on your marriage during a Marriage Encounter weekend. Green Bay Marriage Encounter invites you to discover how your good marriage can be even better or how to get your marriage back on track. Join them at the Norbertine Center for Spirituality in De Pere on March 22-24. Call 920-544-5166 or visit www.gbme.org for more information or to register.
Experience the Healing Love of God
Special Lenten Healing Mass on April 8, 6 pm at Sacred Heart, Shawano. There will be Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick and Mass. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass and specially trained Healing Ministry teams available for individual prayer.
Expecting/New Baby
Are you expecting your first child or did you just become a new parent? You are invited to a gathering on Sunday, March 24th at 2 pm in Barrett Hall. Bring your questions and worries (nonmedical) to share with us and we will be sharing experiences, giving some advice and options but most importantly, giving emotional support! Refreshments will be served and door prizes from local businesses!
On Fire for the Lord
Many of us wonder where our faith journey may take us. For Julianne Stanz her faith journey took her from a little mountain village in Ireland to northeastern Wisconsin. Her role as Director of the New Evangelization Department for the Diocese allows her to share our Catholic faith with adults of all ages through programs like Girlfriends in God, Catholic Campus Ministries, and Encounter for Young Adults. “This work is tremendously important to me because it has impacted my own life on such a personal level,” Julianne says. “I’ve seen the effects when people are energized in their faith. They are really on fire for Christ and His teachings.” Julianne’s work has impacted more than ten thousand people, and without the support of the Bishop’s Appeal, Julianne would be unable to bring Christ’s message to them.
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 Debbie toll-free at 877-500-3580 ext. 8184.
Mass Intentions
There are a lot of days open to have Masses said for your loved ones in 2019. Please stop in the Parish Office. The Mass stipend is $10.
Classes
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.
Holy Hour
Holy Hour will be cancelled on Aprilth as we will be saying Stations of the Cross on Thursdays during Lent at 6 pm
Food Pantry
The food pantry will be open Tuesday, March 19th from 1-3 pm. We are in need of brown paper bags, pork and beans, pasta, canned fruit and Mac & Cheese.
St. Michael’s Thrift N Gift
Thrift & Gift will be open March 19th from Noon to 3 pm. If you have a donation, it can be dropped off at the Parish Office or Thrift N Gift. We are currently looking for silverware and we are in need of towels.
Book Share
Book share is open the second Sunday of the month following 9 am Mass in conjunction with Fellowship Sunday. Will you consider hosting one of the Sundays left this year? It would be greatly appreciated! Remember we have books for all ages, lots of cookbooks, resource books and religious too! You are always welcome to drop books off either at the entrance to church before Mass or at the church office when they are open.. Questions, please call Anne Sulskis at 715-851-0160. Thank you!
Watch for Slippery Sidewalks/Parking Lots
It’s that time of year for slippery sidewalks and parking lots. Please use caution when walking in and out of Church.
SLIPPERY
A Day of Healing for Those Affected by Sexual Abuse: Building Trust Journey of Hope Saturday, April 6, 2019 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Norbertine Center for Spirituality St. Norbert Abbey (Enter off Webster Ave.) The Journey of Hope Team provides a time to gather, pray and talk about the healing process related to the effects of sexual abuse while focusing on ongoing recovery. $10 non-refundable fee due by March 22 (includes continental breakfast, lunch, materials for day). For registration information, please call (920) 272- 8174 or gbdioc.org/JourneyOfHope Sponsored by: St. Norbert Abbey and the Diocese of Green Bay
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.
Parish Office Hours St. Michael
The Parish office will be open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 1 pm.
BULLETIN NEWS/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Deadline for new information is 9:00 pm Monday evenings. Contact parish office to Submit.
Mark Your Calendars/Events St. Michae
03/09/2019 Building & Grounds Collection
03/10/2019 Building & Grounds Collection
03/10/2019 Fellowship Sunday 10:00 am
03/14/2019 Stations of the Cross 6:00 pm
03/19/2019 Food Pantry 1:00 – 3:00 pm
03/19/2019 Thrift N Gift 12:00 – 3:00 pm
03/19/2019 Knights of Columbus 7:00 pm
03/21/2019 Stations of the Cross 6:00 pm
03/23/2019 Food Pantry Collection
03/24/2019 Food Pantry Collection
03/24/2019 New Parent Gathering 2:00 pm Hall
MASS TIMES:
St. Michael – 5:00 pm Saturday; 9:00 am Sunday
St. Anthony – 10:30 am Sunday
St. Francis Solanus – 8:30 am Sunday
St. Mary - 4:00 pm Saturday
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