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Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Fr. Tony O Neill, Pastor Dear Brothers and Sisters, 2385 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-1284 ourladyofthelake.

repay you. -Luke 14:13-14 It s hard to believe that we are nearing the end of the summer and school is about to begin again.

Let s all pray for a blessed and successful school year. Psalm 127 says Unless the Lord builds the house those who build it labor in vain.

1 Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Fr. Tony O Neill, Pastor Dear Brothers and Sisters, 2385 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN ourladyofthelake.com 22 nd Sunday in Ordinary Time August 28 th, 2016 Rather, when you hold a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind; blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you. -Luke 14:13-14 It s hard to believe that we are nearing the end of the summer and school is about to begin again. This past Wednesday we had a back-to-school Mass and it was wonderful to see the excitement and energy. Although I have to admit that some of the parents were a little more excited than our students. Let s all pray for a blessed and successful school year. Psalm 127 says Unless the Lord builds the house those who build it labor in vain. We are very close to completing our Grace Family Center and very shortly we will be announcing plans for celebrating the opening of our new building. This truly has been a labor of love, and although a complex task, this is a project that we can be very proud of. As you have heard me say before, the Food Shelf and Pennywise are jewels in our crown. We will certainly take time to celebrate, and to thank so many of you who have made the Grace Family Center a reality. God bless, Fr. Tony FORMED: Online Catholic Resource Parish Code: P Y W Y W J On Monday, August 15 th, we celebrated the Feast Day of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. You can listen to an audio: Praying the Rosary Like Never Before, or watch a Program: Footprints of God - Mary, the Mother of God. On August 27 th we have the Feast Day of St. Monica; recommended movie: Love is a Choice. And the next day is the feast of her son, St. Augustine. Listen to the audio: Saints for Sinners - The Lives of St. Augustine and St. Margaret. JuanAnna Coffee Summer is coming to a close and Sunday coffee sales are BACK! Your first pre-order for Fall is due to Stephanie Greene ( or swgreene1@gmail.com) or Dana in the Church Office by Friday, Sept. 9 th, for pick-up after all Masses during the Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 18 th. All three varieties are available (regular roast ground, whole bean ground, and dark roast whole bean). Get your order in today! INSIDE THIS ISSUE Upcoming Events 2 Pastoral Ministry 3 KC s St. Michael s Medals 3 Faith Formation 4 Incredible Festival 5

RCIA: Rite of Catholic Initiation of Adults Classes begin on Thursday, Sept.

If you have not received any of these sacraments, or just want to learn more about our faith, please come and check it out!

29 th Monday 8:00am Communion Service Tuesday 6:30pm Jim & Rose Marie Schaler Wednesday 9:00am Fr.

2 RCIA: Rite of Catholic Initiation of Adults Classes begin on Thursday, Sept. 15 th, for anyone who wishes to complete the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, First Communion & Confirmation), and officially join the Catholic Church. If you have not received any of these sacraments, or just want to learn more about our faith, please come and check it out! For more information, contact Carla at x145 or Mass Intentions beginning Monday, Aug. 29 th Monday 8:00am Communion Service Tuesday 6:30pm Jim & Rose Marie Schaler Wednesday 9:00am Fr. Mike Tegeder Thursday 8:00am Colleen Barry Stubblefield 10:00am LMS Residents Friday 8:00am Fred Hanley Saturday 5:00pm Mary Lou Weidman Sunday 8:30am Fred Hanley 10:30am Parish 2 Rosary Intention: Humility in Spirit Incredible Festival yard signs are available by the exits. Please remember to take one home with you to help spread the word about the 37 th Annual Incredible Festival! Thank you! Calendar for the Week of August 28 th, 2016 Sunday - August 28 th 11:30am Young Families Group Picnic - Presentation Rm. Monday - August 29 th 6:30pm Boy Scouts Court of Honor - Presentation Rm. Tuesday - August 30 th Welcome Back to School, Students! 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - Small Chapel Wednesday - August 31 st 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal - Church Thursday - September 1 st 10:00am Mass at Lake Minnetonka Shores - Hope 6:00pm OLL Night with the MN Twins - Target Field 6:00pm School Board Meeting - Fireside Room Friday - September 2 nd 8:30am First Friday Eucharistic Adoration - Small Chapel INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS are needed to help SET UP beforehand, at a BOOTH during the Festival, and CLEAN UP afterwards. We have volunteer opportunities for everyone! Stop by the PACE Center after Mass to sign-up to help. We need your help to make the Incredible Festival a success! Thank you! The BOOK NOOK is back at the Incredible Festival this year! Please drop off your books in the Church Office. Thank you! DAILY UNLIMITED RIDE WRISTBANDS Online Price: $25 / wristband Regular price: $30 / wristband after Friday, Sept. 9 th, at 1:00pm Online wristband purchases may be picked up at the Festival Ticket Booth. Wristbands may also be purchased in the Church Office at the discounted price of $25 until 1:00pm on Friday, Sept. 9 th. Each wristband is good for one full day of rides at the Festival. Wristbands may be used any one of the three days at the Festival. OLL Pictorial Directory Did you know that some of the best professional photographers in the Twin Cities are taking the portraits for the OLL Directory? That s right! Please don t miss out - register through our website - ourladyofthelake.com or call Judy Schmeling at for assistance.

3 Pastoral Ministry Liturgy Matters: In the Eucharistic Prayer we remember Jesus death and resurrection. We recall Jesus death and resurrection in history and this event is present today at Mass, happening now. We are counted worthy to be in God s presence because we are one with Christ who is being offered. We make a pledge of our self-offering and commit ourselves to a Gospel way of living. West Suburban Grief Coalition meets at Wayzata Community Church, 125 East Wayzata Blvd, Wayzata The group meets Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00. September 1 st : Grief and its Companions September 8 th : Journey Following Mother s Death September 15 th : Journey Following Son s Death There will be a Lector In-Service after all the Masses on Oct. 8 th & 9 th, and after the 10:30am Mass on Oct. 16 th. Please mark your calendars. Thanks! Are you interested in doing light housekeeping? This paid position pertains to a small condo in Mound that has a galley kitchen, one bedroom & bath. Cleaning in needed every 2-3 weeks. Please call Sr. Carrie for more information. LIGHT FOR THE WEEK: We recognize ourselves among the poor and needy. How does God lift you up by inviting you to the banquet of Jesus Body and Blood? How do you invite others to join you at this banquet? - Gospel Reflection 22 nd Sunday in Ordinary Time We pray for those in need. May the Lord comfort them in their time of sickness and bless those who care for them. Please keep the following individuals in your prayers: Chris A., Bob Blake, Tim Daly, Dan Entinger, Kathy Gnitka, Marilyn Nelson, Andra Olson, Bobby Reil and Adam Richardt We pray for those in the Military: Travis B., Nicholas J. and Darrell V. The Council of Catholic Women operates the COUNTRY STORE, BOOK NOOK, and DONUT BOOTH at the INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL. We need donations of homemade baked goods, homemade canned goods, garden flowers & produce, and good, used books!! Please drop items off in the Church Office. THE COUNTRY STORE, BOOK NOOK, and DONUT BOOTH NEEDS VOLUNTEERS, TOO! Sign-up Sheets are available in the PACE Center. Thank you! Incredible Festival RAFFLE TICKETS may be dropped off in the Church Office. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS St. Michael Medals Do you have a family member or friend actively serving in the military? You can request to have a St. Michael Medal sent to them from the Knights of Columbus. There is no cost to you or the military serviceperson. Please send the name of the person in the military, their rank, branch of service, and address to Dave Wilson, Grand Knight, at wilson6647@aim.com. He will forward the information to State Chaplain Raul, who will send the medal (and a prayer book if requested) directly to the serviceman/woman. 3

Support Group for Alzheimer s / Dementia Care Givers The next Support Group Meeting for anyone who is taking care of a Dementia or Alzheimer s patient is on Wednesday, Sept.

4 Support Group for Alzheimer s / Dementia Care Givers The next Support Group Meeting for anyone who is taking care of a Dementia or Alzheimer s patient is on Wednesday, Sept. 7 th, at 1:00pm in the Church Library. If you have any questions, please contact Carla at x145 or clabore@ourladyofthelake.com. Marriage in Christ This program is for any couple who wishes to deepen their relationship with each other and with God. There are short videos to watch, Scriptures to meditate upon, and small group discussions of all of this. It is a 5-week program beginning on Monday, Sept. 26 th, at 6:30, and continuing until October 24 th. If you d like more information or have questions, please contact Carla at: x145 or clabore@ourladyofthelake.com. Bible Study Paul s Letter to the Romans Paul s Letter to the Romans was written to them before Paul had visited them. He uses the letter to introduce himself and assert his credentials. Paul also takes this opportunity to explain some of the basic theology of the Church, especially in regard to the requirements for salvation. Paul eventually gets to Rome, but it is in chains; he will be martyred there. Please join us to explore his teachings on Tuesdays at 1:30pm beginning on September 20 th, in the Church Library. Faith Formation Register soon for Faith Formation Classes beginning in September! Forms are available in the Church Office or on our website at ourladyofthelake.com. For more information about our programs, contact Kathy at x147. All Catechists are invited to the Catechist Workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 7 th, from 6:30-8:00pm in the Presentation Room. Dinner will be provided. Catechist manuals, class lists, and calendars will be distributed at this time. Join us at Loaves & Fishes at St. Gabriel s Church in Hopkins! Our next scheduled dates are Tuesday, Oct. 4 th, and Tuesday, Nov. 8 th. If you d like to help, contact Kathy at x147 or khejna@ourladyofthelake.com to sign-up. VIRTUS Training is scheduled here at OLL on Tuesday, Sept. 13 th, and Saturday, Sept. 24 th. This training, along with a completed background check and signed Code of Conduct, is required for all volunteers who work with children, youth, and vulnerable adults. You can register for a VIRTUS session at virtus.org. See our website for more information. Come and celebrate the beauty of Fall at Minnetonka Orchards on Friday, Sept. 23 rd, at 6:30pm. All parishioners are invited to join us for OLL Fall Fun Night with hayrides, a bonfire, corn maze, and apple donuts! The cost is only $4/person or $15/family. Please RSVP to Kathy at x147 or khejna@ourladyofthelake.com. Grotto of the Redemption Bus Trip - NEW DATE! - Saturday, October 1 st 7:30am - 7:00pm The Grotto is often considered the Eighth Wonder of the World and the Iowan magazine has described the Grotto as a Miracle in Stone. A composite of nine separate grottos, each portrays a scene in the life of Christ. The largest man-made grotto in the world, it contains the largest collection of precious stones and gems found anywhere in one location. $50 includes Charter Bus Transportation, Donation to the Shrine, and a Guided Tour Complete and return this form with payment to Faith Formation or drop a labeled envelope in the Collection Basket at Mass no later than September 1 st. Final Count for bus and Shrine is due at this time. Name /Phone # # Attending X $50 (Make checks payable to OLL) For more information, contact Carla LaBore or Kathy Hejna at

5 Discipleship Faith In Action Stewardship Thought Rather, when you hold a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind; blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you. - Luke 14:13-14 We have a difficult time with the concept of giving without expecting something in return. Even when we give to charity, we often want something in return - a raffle ticket, a dinner, or a chance to play golf. Yet, as Christian stewards, we need to remember that the true reward for our giving awaits us in heaven. Financial Stewardship Collection totals for Aug. 20 th & 21 st, 2016: Weekly Actual: $9,982 Weekly Requirement: $16,250. Fiscal YTD Actuals: $97,520 Fiscal YTD Requirement: $99,750 Thank you for your generosity to Our Lady of the Lake! Mark your calendars!! Sept. 9 th, 10 th & 11 th, 2016 OUR LADY of the LAKE S 37 th ANNUAL INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL Visit the Incredible Festival website - incrediblefestival.com - or visit our Facebook & Twitter pages to see some of the things planned for this year! RAFFLE TICKETS: Have you picked up your Incredible Festival Raffle Tickets? If not, they re available in the back of Church. The Raffle is a significant part of the overall success of the Incredible Festival. Please pick up your tickets today and support your Parish by selling or buying as many tickets as you can! Thank you! The countdown has begun! We re only 2 weeks away from the INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL! Only 2 weeks from enjoying a variety of food from hotdogs to homemade egg rolls! Only 2 weeks until you can dance to live music or win a round at Bingo! From Food to Rides, Carnival Games to Silent Auction Goodies, there s fun to be had at the Incredible Festival! Have you bought your unlimited ride wristband?! Have you signed up to volunteer? Are you registered for the 5K? Don t delay! There s only 2 weeks left! SILENT AUCTION It s Not Too Late!! We re still taking donations for the Silent Auction at the Incredible Festival! We hope to make it another great year! We are looking for wonderful items for the house, yard & garage, crafts, holidays, tickets or gift certificates. Call, text, or Jackie or Terry Byrnes at or jkeb52@yahoo.com. Thanks for the help! Silent Auction Vacations Up for Bid: We have a beautiful home up north, a great condo in Florida, and a not-to-be-missed vacation in Cabo San Lucas up for bid! Come check out the Silent Auction this year! OLL 5K The OLL 5K is fast approaching! Similar to last year, we are teaming up with The Running of the Bays Half Marathon. All proceeds from the 5K will continue to go to OLL. The 5K Family Fun Run is for all ages & paces! Strollers are welcome at the back of the 5K start. The 5K will start from Grandview Middle School at 7:35am. Your victory will come with a grand finish at the Bethel Methodist Church in downtown Mound. Additional details & online registration available via the Online Registration button at runningofthebays.com. Early registration deadline is Aug. 31 st. 5

6 Banns of Marriage First Time Printed: Kendra Funk & Rob Anderegg September 17, 2016 Parish & School Phone Extensions Pastor, Fr. Tony O Neill Deacon, Dcn. Del Wilkinson 162 Parish Administrator, Rhonda Eurich Pastoral Minister, Sr. Carrie Link Parish Nurse, Marcia Jerdee Maintenance Director, Roger Koch 153 Church Secretary, Dana Barrett 162 Youth & Family Faith Formation Coordinator, Kathy Hejna 147 Adult Faith Formation Coordinator, Carla LaBore 145 Youth Minister, Theresa Zweber 144 Music Director, Courtney Young 181 School Principal, Becky Kennedy 151 School Secretary, Carol Franck 150 Fax The Church Staff s are first letter of first name, followed by last Example: reurich@ourladyofthelake.com The School Staff s are first letter of first name, followed by last Example: bkennedy@schoololl.com Mass Schedule Weekends Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am Weekdays Mon. 8:00am Communion Service (Small Chapel) Tues. 6:30pm (Church) Wed. 9:00am (Church, with OLL School) Thurs. & Fri. 8:00am (Small Chapel) Confessions Tuesdays 6:00-6:30pm, Saturdays 4:00-4:30pm, & by appointment. Rosary Everyone is welcome to join us in the Church to pray the Rosary 25 minutes before the weekday and weekend Masses. Eucharistic Adoration is held in the Small Chapel on Tuesdays from 8:30am-10:00pm, and on First Fridays of the month following the morning Mass until midnight. Please join us for this rewarding experience! Church Office Hours Mon. - Thurs. 8:30am - 5:00pm (Closed Noon-1:00pm) Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. 8:00am - Noon School Office Hours Mon. - Fri. 8:00am - 4:00pm OLL Committee Chairs Cemetery Committee Jim Devick Council of Catholic Women Judy Gauvin Carol Shukle KC Grand Knight David Wilson Maintenance/Safety Committee Roberta Henrich Parish Council Bob Chilson, Chair x162 Michael Border Mary Davis x162 Stephanie Greene Lee LaBore Mickey Pula Rich Rogers Michael Stockinger Pamela Vogt PTO President Adrianne O Connor x150 School Board Danny Patterson Stewardship Committee Tim Kenealy x162 Trustees John Biglow Roberta Henrich ***Community Resources*** PennyWise Shop x182 PennyWise is currently closed. Westonka Food Shelf WeCAN (Western Communities Action Network) Please support our advertisers. Because of them, the printing of the bulletin is possible. This week we feature: BERGERSON-CASWELL Residential Commercial Environmental Well Drilling, Well Sealing, Pump Repair, Water Testing & Conditioning, Geothermal, Sprinkler Systems 24 Hour Emergency Service Blackowiak Disposal

Our Lady of the Lake s 37 th Annual Incredible Festival September 9 th, 10 th & 11 th In addition to the Raffle, you will receive: The Stellar Sellers Club Buy or sell 80 Raffle Tickets ($400) Each

7 Our Lady of the Lake s 37 th Annual Incredible Festival September 9 th, 10 th & 11 th In addition to the Raffle, you will receive: The Stellar Sellers Club Buy or sell 80 Raffle Tickets ($400) Each Ticket is eligible for the Raffle Drawing for: 1 st Prize $5,000 Cash 2 nd Prize $500 Cash 3 rd Prize $300 Cash Ten $100 Cash Prizes Drawing Sunday, Sept. 11 th at 4:00pm 1.) Two ads in the local newspaper listing your support for the parish. (You may be anonymous, if you wish.) 2.) Your business s website linked from the Incredible Festival home page. 2.) Your name/business on the special poster in the PACE Center, up to the Festival. 3.) Your name/business in a flyer each week in the church bulletin up to the Festival and one week after. (You may be anonymous, if you wish.) 4.) Your name/business posted at the Raffle Booth during the Festival. Contact Raffle Ticket Chairs: Terry and Cheryl Mahoney or Terry.Mahoney@mchsi.com

8 Our Lady of the Lake Incredible Festival Stellar Sellers Club Please Support and Thank the following Businesses and Individuals who contributed significantly to the Incredible Festival Raffle, Our Stellar Sellers! 1. Magel s Carnival Midway / John Magel, Sr. 2. Rocket Crane Service Inc. / Bernie & Colleen Hanson 3. Steve Bedell - Remax Advantage Plus & Bedell Docks 4. Mound True Value Hardware & Paint / Bruce & Patty Dodds 5. Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. 6. Chuck & Peggy Greene 7. Ed & Katie Mahoney 8. John & Ellie Steichen 9. Jerry & Bonnie Kennedy 10.Terry & Cheryl Mahoney 11.Jon & Julz Schwingler 12.Jim & Jackie Neve 13.Mark & Betsy Schneider 14.Chester & Sandra Yanik 15.Chris & Darla Twomey 16.Your Business or Name Listed Here? Contact Terry or Cheryl Mahoney for more information or Terry.Mahoney@MCHSI.com

Our Lady of the Lake s 37 th Annual INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL September 9-10-11, 2016 2385 Commerce Blvd., Mound 952-472-1284 incrediblefestival.com FREE, LIVE Entertainment!

$25 Pre-Sale: Online or at the Church Office, $30 at the Festival. Friday, September 9 th 5:00pm Festival Fun BEGINS!

9 Our Lady of the Lake s 37 th Annual INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL September , Commerce Blvd., Mound incrediblefestival.com FREE, LIVE Entertainment! Thrilling Carnival Rides Beer Tent Delicious Food Sweets & Treats Silent Auction Country Store Children s Games Unlimited Daily Ride Wristbands Available! $25 Pre-Sale: Online or at the Church Office, $30 at the Festival. Friday, September 9 th 5:00pm Festival Fun BEGINS! 5:00-6:45pm BINGO 7:00-10:30pm Hot Dish Live Band Saturday, September 10 th 7:30am Running of the Bays Half Marathon & 5K starting at Grandview Middle 11:15am Kiddie Parade Theme: Olympics Followed by Dream Weavers-Story Tellers, until Noon 12-2pm Bingo! 1pm Children s Bean Bag Tournament 2-4pm Locklin Road Irish Band 3pm Adult Bean Bag Tournament 6-7:30pm New Strange Band 7:30-11pm The Days Between Band Sunday, September 11 th 12-1pm Commemoration Ceremony of 15 th Anniversary of 9/ pm Higher Call Gospel Quartet 1-3pm Bingo! 3pm Silent Auction ENDS 3-3:30pm Our Lady of the Lake Choir 4pm RAFFLE Drawing

2385 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN ourladyofthelake.com

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Fr. Tony O Neill, Pastor 2385 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-1284 ourladyofthelake.com 20 th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 14 th, 2016 Do you think I have