Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday No Reconciliation. 8:30-9:30 am (Dane)

Transcription

1 BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC PARISH Rev. Fr. Scott Jablonski Saint Patrick, Lodi Saint Michael, Dane January 15, 2017 The Second Sunday In Ordinary Time Parish Offices & Pastoral Staff Lodi.(608) Hours..Monday - Thursday 8:30 am-4:30 pm Pastor....Rev. Fr. Scott Jablonski x.1 fr.scott.jablonski@btcatholic.us Parish Secretary Mary R. Gamer x.2 mgamer@btcatholic.us Coordinator of Pastoral Care Cindy Fischer x.3 cfischer@btcatholic.us Coordinator of Catechetics Andy Schindhelm x.4 aschindhelm@btcatholic.us Parish Bookkeeper.Christine Taylor x.5 ctaylor@btcatholic.us Maintenance..Lars Schwenn Blessed Trinity School & Staff Dane (608) School Office Rachel Munz x.6 rmunz@btcatholic.us Principal..Mr. Jeffrey Karls x.7 jkarls@btcatholic.us Pastoral Council..Jerry Mabis Finance Council Corey Detert Trustees....Ben Mendez...Judy Pulvermacher Parish Cemeteries Saint Michael Cemetery Dean Clemens Saint Patrick Cemetery...Mary Gamer Registration New parishioners are most welcome to the parish. All are invited to register in the parish office or online. Holy Mass Schedule Sunday Weekday: Saturday Vigil 4:30 pm (Lodi) Sunday 8:00 am (Dane) Sunday 10:00 am (Lodi) Tuesday No Mass today Wednesday 8:00 am (Dane) Thursday 8:00 am (Lodi) Friday 8:00 am (Dane) Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday No Reconciliation Friday 8:30-9:30 am (Dane) Saturday 3:30-4:15 pm (Lodi) Sunday 7:30 am (Dane) If these times do not work, Father is more than happy to set up a time that works for you, please call him directly. Eucharistic Adoration Tuesday Friday No Adoration 8:30-9:30 am (Dane) Sacrament of Baptism Our Baptismal Preparation Program is required for parents and Godparents who wish to have a child baptized. Please call the parish office in advance to register for the class and the baptism. Sacrament of Marriage The common policy of the Diocese of Madison requires a six month minimum notice before the date of marriage. Sick Calls or Team Care Please notify the parish office if you or someone you know would like Holy Communion at home, is in the hospital, or in need of Team Care.

2 NEWS & NOTES Father Edward Aigner - Cross Catholic Outreach We welcome Father Edward Aigner of Cross Catholic Outreach who is speaking this weekend at all Masses on behalf of the poor in developing countries. Cross Catholic Outreach was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working in the church overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Center and South America. Traveling Chalice Program In January the Traveling Chalice is at Saint Patrick. As part of the Traveling Chalice Program, each host family is asked to say a prayer each day as a family for increased vocations and for current seminarians in the diocese, and to display the chalice in an appropriate but visible place at home. In monthly rotation, the Traveling Chalice will return to Saint Michael and Saint Thomas. Look for sign-up sheets for, January at Saint Patrick, February at Saint Michael and March at Saint Thomas near the church entrances. Vocations... Called to Priesthood or a Religious Vocation? If you are interested in becoming a priest, sister, or brother, talk with Father Scott Jablonski. fr.scott.jablonski@btcatholic.us 2 PARISH, YOUTH & SCHOOL NEWS Catholic Schools Week - January 29 - February 4 Catholic Schools Week is coming up soon! Blessed Trinity Catholic School has a fantastic and fun filled week planned. Along with the activities we have a couple of fund raisers available as well. January 29, 2017 will kick off Catholic Schools Week with the students singing at the 8:00 am Mass at Saint Michael Church. The Knights of Columbus Council #6463 will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast in the School Gym from 8 am - 12:30 pm with proceeds benefiting the school. The School will host an Open House and Scholastic Book Fair from 9:00 am to 12:00 during the Pancake Breakfast. All are invited to attend. Students and families will celebrate several activities through out the week. The Week of activities will conclude Friday February 3rd with the Parish Fish Fry and Scholastic Book Fair during the Fish Fry. Blessed Trinity Catholic School is also launching a Super Bowl Sunday Papa Murphy's Pizza and Homemade Caramel Popcorn Sale! Order forms are available at the entrances of Saint Patrick and Saint Michael churches or or call the School to place orders at: rkallenbach@btcatholic.us or call ext. 6. Order's or order forms along with payment must be returned by Monday January 30th. Pick up will be Saturday, February 4th at the School. Time to be announced. Pizzas can be held until Sunday immediately following the 8:00 am Mass for anyone unable to pick up on Saturday. Blessed Trinity Council of Catholic Women - Ladies Night Out Blessed Trinity Council of Catholic Women invite all women of the parish to the annual Ladies Night Out on Monday, January 16th, 6:00 pm at Rex's Innkeeper (301 N. Century Avenue, Waunakee). The evening will include a family style dinner. The cost is $18 per person, payable in cash the night of the event. Please RSVP no later than January 12th to Kathy Sellner at kathysellner2@gmail.com or Please let Kathy know if you have any dietary restrictions or if you need a ride to the event. Sacrament Of the Anointing Of The Sick In observance of the World Day of the Sick and the commemoration of Our Lady of Lourdes, Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish will offer the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick within Holy Mass on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 am at Saint Patrick Church, Lodi. All who are sick, elderly, facing surgery, or seeking the gift of God's healing are welcome to participate in the Sacrament, with the entire parish invited to join in prayer for those who are sick and for their caregivers. The celebration of the liturgy will be followed by a luncheon in the parish hall hosted by the parish Council of Catholic Women. Reservations are requested by Noon, Monday, February 6 to Cindy Fischer, x. 3 (cfischer@btcatholic.us). Blessed Trinity Scrip SCRIP is available in the main entryway at Saint Patrick after Mass today! Your purchases help support our Blessed Trinity Religious Education programs. Also, scrip sold at Saint Michael Church helps support Blessed Trinity Catholic School.

3 PARISH & COMMUNITY EVENTS Blessed Trinity Fish Fry At Saint Michael - Dane There is no Fish Fry in the month of January. Our next Fish Fry will be on Friday, February 3, See you then! Parishioner Birthday Breakfast Parishioners celebrating their 80th birthday or above during the months of January, February, March 2017 are invited, along with spouse, family member, friend, or care-giver, to our first quarterly "birthday breakfast" to be held Tuesday morning, February 21 in the parish hall at Saint Patrick Church, 8:45-9:45 am. Please respond by Wednesday, February 15 to let us know if you plan to attend and if you need transportation to Cindy Fischer, x. 3 (cfischer@btcatholic.us). Future breakfast dates are: May 16 (April, May, June birthdays), August 22 (July, August, September birthdays) and November 14 (October, November, December birthdays). Parishioners interested in helping with this "parish life" activity may contact Cindy to volunteer. Saint Vincent De Paul The Saint Vincent De Paul truck is in the parking lot at Saint Patrick in Lodi every Saturday morning from 10:00 am to noon. If you would like to donate good used household items, please bring them at this time. Prayer Chain - Prayer Requests If you have a special Prayer Request please call Anna Zimmerman at or Sally Kjorlie at who are the contacts for our Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish Prayer Chain. Thank you for your support of the Priests for Our Future: The Church Is Alive! campaign. Please continue to fulfill your pledge to ensure enough funds to educate our future priests. Our Parish results are as follows: 2017 Priests For Our Future Campaign Parish Total Pledge % of Goal Amount % of Goal Goal Amount Pledged Paid Paid Blessed Trinity $225, $384, % $211, % Stewardship of Treasure Other Collections Catholic Herald Sub.... $66.00 Votive Candles... $26.00 Enjoy The Convenience of Electronic Giving Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish offers electronic giving as a way to automate your regular weekly offering. Electronic giving offers convenience to you and your family while providing much needed donation consistency for our parish. Online Giving lets you go to our parish website at any time to set up an automatic donation plan, change your donation plan, make a one-time donation or view your online donation history. To access, go to and under Discipleship click on Online Giving. The first time you give, you will select a password that will enable you to log in at any time. For more information or assistance, please contact Chris Taylor in the Parish Office at ext. 5 or ctaylor@btcatholic.us Thank you to so many for your generosity of treasure that allow us to operate many vibrant ministries. Please remember our parish in your will and estate plans! Contact the parish office for information on how. Name Phone Please clip this and return via the offertory collection or call the Parish Office Blessed Trinity Parish - Stewardship of Treasure January 4, January 10, 2017 Weekly Income Weekly Needed Offertory Weekly Over (Short) Offertory Income $7, $8, ($838.30) July 1, January 10, 2017 YTD Income YTD Needed Offertory YTD Over (Short) Offertory Income $220, $231, ($10,280.09) The Catholic Parish of Blessed Trinity relies on the support of parishioners who generously share their time, talent and treasure. We thank you for your generosity as we proclaim the gospel message in sacrament and word. 3

4 Community Outreach Opportunities *Recycle the Warmth: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Madison, will conduct the area's 25th Annual Blanket Drive the weekend of January 27-29, seeking donations of new and gently used bedding (blankets, sleeping bags, sheets, and new bed pillows) to benefit folks throughout Dane County. The three Shopko stores in Madison will have a good-quality blanket available for an attractive sale price. Monetary donations are also appreciated. Please bring your donations to either parish church between now and January 30. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated. For more information visit svdpmadison.org/recyclethewarmth. *Blessings In A Backpack: You've read about it in the local newspaper; now it's time to learn how we as individuals and as a parish can support this new community initiative to assure children of nutritious food on the weekends when they are away from school. The program is set to begin in March. If you would like to learn more about this program and are willing to gather information on how the parish can be involved, please contact Cindy Fischer in the pastoral care office. The next organizational meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 4:00 pm, at Reach Out Lodi. *January Needs for Reach Out Lodi Community Store FOOD: Canned meats (spam, chicken, beef, tuna); Canned Stew and Pasta Dinners (Ravioli, Spaghetti), "Chunky Soups", Fruit juices, peanut butter, jellies and jams, Hot Chocolate Mix. PERSONAL ESSENTIALS: Toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, underarm deodorant, feminine supplies, hand lotions, shaving supplies. HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES: Dish detergent, fabric softener dryer sheets, all purpose cleaners (Lysol, Mr. Clean, etc.) *Volunteer for Birthday Party for Haven Hills residents Our parish sponsored monthly birthday party will be held Tuesday, January 17 at Haven Hills, 215 Dale Street, Lodi. Join us as parish volunteers socialize with residents, play a few rounds of seasonal picture bingo and serve refreshments. We gather at 1:15 pm and finish with our clean-up and "good-byes" by 2:30 pm. Thank you for your generous support of our various outreach efforts throughout the year! Project Rachel and Rachel s Vineyard Healing After Abortion No matter how much time as passed, Project Rachel & Rachel s Vineyard retreats offer compassionate and individual care for anyone hurting from abortion. Upcoming healing retreats are March and November 10-12, Call Mary , meadmt@sbcglobal.net or AROUND THE DIOCESE Bishop Robert Morlino to Speak at Men s Retreat - February 4th On Saturday, February 4 th, all men are invited to a retreat titled, Catholic Survival Guide: Keeping the Faith Alive in an Increasingly Secular World at Durward s Glen. This year s featured speaker is Most Rev. Robert Morlino, Bishop of the Diocese of Madison. Activities during the day include Mass presided by the Bishop, small group discussion, Rosary, Confession, and free time. The Saturday retreat begins at 8:00 am, and concludes by 3:30 pm. There is an optional Friday night program beginning at 7:00pm for those who want to extend their retreat. Overnight accommodations are available. To register, visit and click on the Donate icon, or contact Becky at the Saint Joseph Parish office The cost for Saturday only is $35 or $40 (after 1/29/16) and includes continental breakfast and a grilled-steak lunch. Assistance is available. Date Night! You and your spouse are invited to join us for a Candlelight Dinner on Saturday, February 4 at Saint Thomas Catholic Church in Poynette. The dinner begins at 6:00pm. The Madison Community of Worldwide Marriage Encounter wishes to give this as a gift to enrich your marriage. The cost is free. For reservations please contact Don and Rachel Hehl at (608) or rachelhehl71@gmail.com "I saw the Spirit come down like a dove from heaven and remain upon him. Encourage the Holy Spirit to enrich your marriage by taking part in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend on Jan in Brookfield, WI; Feb in Geneva, IL or March in Madison, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) Natural Family Planning Do you feel something missing in your marital life? Consider that it might be the result of unnatural forms of birth control. Get off those unhealthy methods and learn the natural way to plan your family, as effective as the Pill, with no harmful side effects. The series begins Saturday, February 18th at Saint Joseph Church, 304 East Street, Baraboo, at 10:00 am. For more information call Vicki at ; to register for this course series: And click on Couple to Couple League course. Look at the advertisers supporting our church bulletin. visit 4

5 Faith Formation Calendar (RE classes held at Saint Patrick, Lodi) Sunday, January 15 Wednesday, January 18 Sunday, January 22 Wednesday, January 25 Sunday, January 29 Wednesday, February 1 Sunday, February 5 No Classes today Wednesday, February 8 Adoration & Benediction Tuesday No Adoration & Benediction today Friday 8:30 am - 9:30 am - Dane (Confessions) Devotion to Sacred Heart Readings for the Week of January 15, 2017 Sunday: Upcoming Meetings Knights of Columbus Is 49:3, 5-6/Ps 40/1 Cor 1:1-3/Jn 1:29-34 Monday: Heb 5:1-10/Ps 110/Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday: Heb 6:10-20/Ps 111/Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday: Heb 7:1-3, 15-17/Ps 110/Mk 3:1-6 Thursday: Heb 7:25--8:6/Ps 40/Mk 3:7-12 Friday: Heb 8:6-13/Ps 85/Mk 3:13-19 Saturday: Heb 9:2-3, 11-14/Ps 47/Mk 3:20-21 Next Sunday: Liturgical Publications Inc Is 8:23--9:3/Ps 27/1 Cor 1:10-13, 17/Mt 4:12-23 or 4:12-17 Tuesday, January 17, 7:30 pm Finance Council Wednesday, January 18, 6:15 pm Care Team Thursday, January 26, 4:30 pm Pastoral Council Thursday, February 2, 6:30 pm (SM) Saint Michael Saint Patrick (SM) Mass Intentions Saturday, January 14 4:30 pm People of Blessed Trinity Parish Sunday, January 15 8:00 am Eugene Deans (SM) 10:00 am Deceased Members of the John Benish Family Tuesday, January 17 - NO MASS TODAY Wednesday, January 18 8:00 am Mary Raemisch (SM) Thursday, January 19 8:00 am George Fiedler 10:00 am Holy Mass at Haven Hills Friday, January 20 8:00 am Urban Werla (SM) Saturday, January 21 4:30 pm Beverly Dierdorff Sunday, January 22 8:00 am People of Blessed Trinity Parish (SM) 10:00 am Daniel Nolden & Carol Kessenich (SM) Saint Michael Saint Patrick Rosary prayed 30 minutes before all Masses Saint Patrick Church Liturgical Roles Saturday, January 21 at 4:30 pm Minister of the Word 1 - Anna Zimmerman 2 - Linda Maier Commentator Sadie Hefty Comm. Min. Matt Zeman, Bob Theel Corbin Schilling, Volunteer Ed & Cindy Fischer Sunday, January 22 at 10:00 am Minister of the Word 1 - Dana Quigley 2 - Bob Koresh Commentator Vince Breunig Comm. Min. Sharon Sellner, Kelly Robertson Peyton Breunig, Greg Lins Volunteer needed Saint Michael Church Liturgical Roles Sunday, January 22 at 8:00 am Minister of the Word Patti Keichinger Barb Taylor Comm. Min. Lynn Deans Ben Meinholz, Vinny Kopp Manke Family The Second Sunday In Ordinary Time January 15,