March 14,2021

                                                ST MICHAEL’S                                                   

                                                                         P.O. Box 610  

                                                                    Keshena, WI 54135

www.stmichaelkeshena.org  

                Faceboook link: https://www.facebook.com/pg/stmichaelskeshenawi/events/?ref=page_internal 

Pastoral Staff:

Fr. Nonito Barra

Parish Administrator (715) 799-3811

Rectory (715) 994-1337

Pastor@livingwaterslivingfaith.org

Mark Fuller

Deacon (715)201-2961 mpfull7@gmail.com

Vicki Hermsen

Parish Secretary (715) 799-3811

vicki@livingwaterslivingfaith.org

Kathy King-Tucker

Religious Education (715) 799-3927

ltucker@frontiernet.net

Parish Trustees:

Kitty Gilane

Alicia Wilke 

Pastoral Council Chair:

Tony Waupochick

Finance Council Chair:

Pete Maczuzak

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

      After 8:00 am Mass Thursday morning

SATURDAY MASS:    5:00 pm  

SUNDAY MASS:  9:00 am

CONFESSION:   Saturday 4:30 - 4:45pm

   PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8 am-2 pm

             Wednesday Closed, Friday 9 am -1 pm 

HOLY HOUR:  1^st Thursday of the Month from 6-7 pm

 KATERI PRAYER CIRCLE:  Suspended due to COVID. 

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.

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. 

A Note From Your Deacon

I am not sure if you were able to join Bishop Ricken for his virtual retreat last Monday but it was very insightful and inspiring.  It was also recorded and likely will be made available on the Diocese of Green Bay website soon, if you are interested.  The Bishop encouraged us to “pause” this Lent and take time to listen to God, for when we stop listening to the noise and distracting voices around us, then we can hear the Holy Spirit speaking to us in the silence.  The Bishop went on to share the inspiring story of his brother, Mark, who one day on his farm in Colorado, heard his name called and, stopping the tractor, he listened some more and heard a voice asking him to pray for those nearing death.  He took up this divine invitation and started praying two hours a day for those near death and he promoted the Divine Mercy Chaplet to all he met. It is in the Divine Mercy prayer that many near death find comfort and hope.

I admit listening to God and trusting is not an easy thing to do.  This past week I have had to learn a lesson to let go and trust (again).   I lost my wallet (again) and began to worry that a dishonest person would find it and steal money and my cards, steal my identity, and this would just be a big hassle to deal with.  The more I thought about the lost wallet, the more I worried. The more I worried, the harder it was to pray.  As I reflected on all this, I felt God inviting me to stop the worry and start trusting.  It took hard effort but when I did let go of my worries about the lost wallet and decided to trust, I felt more at peace and believed all would be well!  Wouldn’t you know, a short time later, I found the wallet under a church bulletin, on a desk at home. I think God has a sense of humor! Perhaps, it might be helpful for all of us to remember the good words of St. Padre Pio for us, “Pray, hope, and don't worry!”  This Lent, I would also strongly suggest adding this prayer to your daily prayers, “Jesus, I trust in you!”

Upon Further Reflection

The husband was shocked. “It is not! Show me!”

In His Mercy,

Deacon Mark

Fr. Nonito

Mass will be Live Streamed on Sunday at 9 am. Please go to St. Michael’s Facebook page:  St. Michael’s Church to watch this live Mass. 

Religious Education Update 

Due to the current COVID situation, St. Michael’s Faith Formation classes will not be meeting.   If you wish to have packets sent to your home, please call the parish office or pick up a form in the entrance to church.

SACRED HEART NEWS:

March 20, 2021 - Open House Preschool & 4K

9 am to 12 pm - Three year old Preschool

12:30 to 3:30 pm - 4K

Meet the teachers, explore classrooms, admission information, giveaways and gift bags for children.

Visit sacredheartshawano.org/school to schedule your time slot or call (715) 526-5328

Living Stations of the Cross

Sacred Heart is having Living Stations of the Cross on Friday, March 26 at 6:00 pm.  There is additional information on their website. 

Trying New Foods in Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste has the highest rate of child malnutrition in Asia, and many children suffer from stunting, which makes a big impact on a child’s growth and future. Home gardens and fishponds are helping families provide better nutrition for their children. What do you eat to stay healthy?  What can you do to ensure children have enough food to thrive?  Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.

St. Michael Prayer

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil.  May God rebuke him we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.  Amen 

 ommunity and around the world? Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.

Stations of the Cross

Stations of the Cross will be said on Friday evenings at 6 pm during Lent. 

St. Patrick’s Day – An Irish Blessing

Bishop’s Appeal – Does my gift pay for any legal settlements?

MARCH 14, 2021

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Financial Blessings  March 6 & 7

Bishop Appeal

Thank you to all who have donated to the Bishop’s Appeal. We have received $2,330.  Our goal is $6,958 so we have $4,628 left to collect. Please consider giving if you have not done so already.  Slips are in main entrance or give on-line at www.catholicfoundationgb.org/give.

Thank for your generous donations!  

Never underestimate the power of prayer. Just one small prayer can change your life. If you or your amily 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 715-851-6838 

You can also call the Parish Office to leave requests  

 Universal Giving Page

The Catholic Foundation is excited to share with us that they have created a Universal Giving Page at www.catholicfoundationgb.org/donate.  This is a great resource for our parish as we do not have an on line giving program. It makes giving to our parish simple and easy!  The Catholic Foundation will be cutting a check weekly to our parish along with a report of what families gave to the parish and the amount of each gift.   

Holy Hour will be the SECOND Thursday, of the month, March 11^th  8:30 am in Church.

Food Pantry

The food pantry will be open on Tuesday, March 16^th, 1-3 pm. . There will be drive up service only. Please do not get out of your vehicle and have the rear passenger seat empty.

Thrift N Gift/Garage     

Thrift N Gift will be open Tuesday, March 16^th,  noon to 3 pm. Only eight people can be in the store at one time and everyone must have on a mask. No children will be allowed. Social Distancing of 6 feet is required also.

Book Share

While Book Share has no set times/ days to be open, it is still available to visit for finding books.  Just let the office know or email Anne at sailkees@yahoo.com, or send a message through the St. Michael’s Facebook page to set up a convenient time to visit.  We are over loaded and have all sorts of books for all ages!  Thanksgiving children’s books will be out and soon a lot of Christmas books, both for kids and adults as well as crafts and food.  Lots and lots of cookbooks, both newer and old ones!

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.  

03/13/2021 The World’s Poor Collection

03/14/2021 The World’s Poor Collection

03/18/2021 Fish Fry Prep 9 am – Noon

03/18/2021 Reconciliation Service 6 pm – 7 pm

03/19/2021 Fish Fry Take Out 3-6 pm

03/19/2021 Stations of the Cross 6 pm

03/23/2021 Finance Council 11 am

03/23/2021 Pastoral Council 6 pm

03/26/2021 Stations of the Cross 6 pm

                                                                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 – 10:00 am Sunday