ǀ TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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1 God s love knows no barriers. St. Pascal s...where all people matter. Welcome! We hope you enjoy your time with us. Whether you are just visiting or looking for a parish home, it s great to have you with us. Whatever your life circumstances, wherever you have been or whatever has happened in your life, you are welcome here. Please join us in Brioschi Hall after Mass for hospitality and to find out more. AUGUST 26, 2018 ǀ TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PARISH OFFICE Pastor Fr. John Mitchell I john.mitchell@stpascals.org Deacon Rev. Mr. Richard Moore I richard.moore@stpascals.org Business Administrator Theresa Ruttger I theresa.ruttger@stpascals.org Pastoral Associate for Liturgy Keri Mader I keri.mader@stpascals.org Pastoral Associate for Music Sharon Balcom I sharon.balcom@stpascals.org Pastoral Care Minister Bonnie Steele I bonnie.steele@stpascals.org Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation Kim Roering I kim.roering@stpascals.org Communications & Office Manager Thea Munoz I thea.munoz@stpascals.org Administrative Assistant Marla Eberhardt I marla.eberhardt@stpascals.org Welcome Desk Karri Creamer I karri.creamer@stpascals.org Facilities Supervisor Jerry Klaas I jerry.klaas@stpascals.org "Jesus then said to the Twelve, "Do you also want to leave?" Simon Peter answered him, "Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe and are convinced that you are the Holy One of God." JOHN 6:67-69 EARLY LEARNING CENTER Director Laurie Jennrich I mslaurie.jennrich@stpascals.org Administrative Assistant Andrea Mathison I andrea.mathison@stpascals.org PARISH SCHOOL Principal Inna Collier I inna.collier@stpascals.org Advancement Director Leah Eviston I leah.eviston@stpascals.org Administrative Assistant Amanda Turner I amanda.turner@stpascals.org Mass Times Saturday 4:30 PM I Sunday 8:45 & 10:30 AM (ASL) I Tuesday - Friday 7:30 AM 1757 Conway Street I Saint Paul, Minnesota I website: I church@stpascals.org

2 The Church of Saint Pascal Baylon l 1757 Conway Street l Saint Paul, Minnesota FROM THE PASTOR'S DESK Our Gospel reading this weekend comes from John, Chapter 6 for the fifth Sunday in a row. Next Sunday we will return to the Gospel of Mark for our Sunday Gospel reading. The sixth chapter of John s Gospel is known as the Bread of Life Discourse because Jesus repeatedly refers to himself as the Bread of Life. This Sunday s Gospel passage is from Chapter 6, verses 60-69, and we are told that many of Jesus disciples leave him and return to their former way of life because His teachings are difficult to accept. It is not easy to follow Jesus, and we are asked to take up our cross each day and follow Him. Although following Jesus is not always easy every day and at every moment, following Jesus will lead us to eternal life. Please keep Father Tony Andrade and his mother, Benedicta, in your prayers. Benedicta passed away on Sunday, August 12, A Mass of Christian Burial for her was celebrated on Thursday, August 16 at the Church of Saint Peter the Apostle in Barkur, South India. If you would like to send a note or card to Father Tony, his mailing address is: Church of St. Thomas Aquinas, 920 Holley Avenue, St. Paul Park, MN This week we welcome back our School Faculty and Staff as they prepare to start the new school year. The first day of School for students is Tuesday, September 4. The teachers will be here this week to prepare their classrooms, meet with other teachers and staff, and set their goals and plans. I am grateful to our School teachers and staff for their important work and ministry here. Charlie Turns 13. My miniature poodle, Charlie, turned 13 years old on August 23. He is in good health, but his veterinarian tells me that the tremors in Charlie s rear legs likely indicate that he has pain in his joints and back. The pain does not stop Charlie from wanting to go for a walk three times a day. I give him a glucosamine pill each day to help relieve his joint pain. For those of us with pets of whatever breed or type, taking care of our pet s health and wellbeing is a responsibility and duty that God has given to us, and caring for our pet is how we show them our gratitude for their love and trust. God Bless You, Father John Mitchell The Fall Festival is Back! Sunday, September 23 from noon-5:00 PM Spaghetti dinner, craft fair, pie shop, children's games, food & drink items and more! THEME BASKETS: It s time to start creating theme baskets for the 2018 Fall Festival! Individuals, families, and groups are invited to contribute to this festival favorite. Feeling Creative? Here are some ideas to get you started: games, movies, sports, crafts, wine, chocolate, spa, cat/dog lover, cooking/baking, Legos, books, and more! Creatively Challenged but Want to Help? Check out the donation tree in the commons area and help with donations toward some of the big ticket items. Consider donating an item such as a Fit Bit or ipad, or make a donation via cash, check, or gift cards to Best Buy or Target and we ll do the shopping for you! Theme baskets can be dropped off at the parish office. Tickets for a chance at winning a basket will be available for purchase following Masses beginning the weekend of September 8 & 9. HELP NEEDED! Can you help sell tickets before or after Mass the weekends leading up to Fall Festival? Or help set out baskets on a Saturday before the 4:30 Mass and/or take them down after the 10:30 AM Mass the weekends of September 8/9 and 15/16? Contact Kim Roering at , ext. 128 or kim.roering@stpascals.org. Come Join the Choir! Rehearsals begin Wednesday, September 5 from 7:00-8:30 PM, in the Choir Room This is an invitation to be a part of the St. Pascal s Choir. We need altos in particular and all other voices too. This is an opportunity to grow your voice, to grow in ministry, and to be part of a delightful group of people who serve our community in a very special way. Please call Sharon at in the parish office for information or just to talk of your interest. Counseling at St. Pascal s What people really need is a good listening to. Mary Lou Casey As a quick reminder: Jean Gregg, LICSW, is a professional counselor available for individual and marriage counseling at St. Pascal's every Monday afternoon. Jean worked in the Counseling Program at Catholic Charities for 42 years until it was recently closed. Insurance/private pay accepted. Please call for more information. Rosary In Unity There is Strength Beginning Wednesday, September 5 The gentle repetition in the Rosary is meant to lead one into restful and contemplative prayer related to each Mystery Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Lumionous and to help us to enter into the silence of our hearts, where Christ's spirit dwells. Join us every Wednesday at 9:00 AM to pray the rosary together. Then stay for the School Mass at 9:30. You will love the beautiful liturgy as only children can provide. Please join us when you are able. Any questions call Betty Hensel or bjhen@q.com. ADULT FAITH FORMATION Mark your calendar and plan now for our Fall 2018 Adult Faith Formation Opportunities: CHANGE: After last week s bulletin went to press, we learned that Bill Huebsch is not able to join us this fall as planned, due to his unforeseen work commitments outside of the country. The Adult Faith Formation Committee is working on an alternate opportunity. Continue to watch the bulletin for information. Women s Retreat Recognizing and Respecting the Giftedness of Women with Susan Stabile Thursday, November 8 from 5:30-9:00 PM Advent Evening of Reflection with Archbishop Bernard Hebda Monday, December 17 from 6:30-8:30 PM

3 August 26, 2018 ǀ 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Faith Formation Registration Registration materials for faith formation are now available! If you are new to the parish and/or faith formation process, contact Kim Roering at , ext. 128 or for more information. Wednesday Evenings: Grades 1-8, 6:30-7:45 PM, for children/youth attending public schools Sacrament Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist: for children in grades 2 and up, whether in public school or attending St. Pascal s. Families need to be registered parishioners of St. Pascal s. Find registration forms in the kiosks and at Formation. Children s Liturgy of the Word Leaders Needed for Leaders are needed for children s Liturgy of the Word on Sunday mornings during the 8:45 and 10:30 am Masses beginning in October. Leaders reflect on the Sunday Scripture readings with children in grades K-4 and are normally scheduled one Sunday per month. Training and support are provided. For more information, contact Kim Roering in the parish office. In Baptism, God gives us the gift of faith. We nurture this gift from God by leading children to recognize this gift and by teaching them that we pray to God to increase our faith. loyolapress.com St. Pascal s School Supply Drive Supporting students, teachers & our school Many families are struggling. With high unemployment, and more than 40% of our students enrolled in the free and reduced meal programs, many parents are unable to provide the basic school supplies their children need to be effective. You can help our children in school by giving them the tools they need to succeed. Help our teachers by providing them with proper tools for their classrooms so they don t have to spend money from their own pockets. EARLY LEARNING CENTER As of July 1, 2018 I am stepping into the role of Director of St. Pascal s Early learning Center and no longer serving as St. Pascal s school principal. For school inquiries, please the new principal, Inna Collier, at inna.collier@stpascals.org. If you have questions about enrolling in the Early Learning Center, please me at mslaurie.jennrich@stpascals.org, or call ext. 210 or direct dial Thank you Laurie Jennrich Come Learn with Us! The St. Pascal Baylon Early Learning Center provides a safe and nurturing environment for a child s first school experience. Ageappropriate activities provide a variety of meaningful hands-on learning experiences in the areas of reading and math readiness, science and social studies, art and sensory, music, and dramatic play. This positive preschool experience allows children to make a successful transition to kindergarten. We offer a preschool program for 3-year old children, both half day (9:00am - 12:30pm) and full day (9:00am - 3:30pm) and a full day 4-year old kindergarten readiness program. Parents/guardians can chose a two day a week option (Tuesday and Thursday), three days a week (M-W-F) or 5 days a week (M-F). For more information or to set up a tour ELC Director Laurie Jennrich at mslaurie.jennrich@stpascals.org or call Paper: wide-lined spiral notebooks, composition books, 3x5 white index cards, 3x5 colored index cards Pencils, Pens, Markers & Crayons: erasable red, blue or black pens, colored pencils, erasers, pencil sharpener, pencil case, wide or thin markers, 24 count crayons, highlighters, dry-erase markers, watercolor paints General Supplies: 3-ring 1" binders, pocket folders, expandable portfolio folder, plastic folders Classroom: rulers, glue, glue sticks, scissors, masking tape Things you can never have too much of: paper towels, tissues, sanitizing wipes, small paper cups, snack sizequart or gallon size baggies, backpacks. Please drop off items in the collection boxes located outside of Brioschi Hall beginning Tuesday, August 28. Thank you! FAITH FORMATION CONTACT US Parish Office Phone Fax church@stpascals.org After-hours pastoral emergency (death, dying or anointing of the sick): Please call the parish office. Parish Office Summer Hours Through August 31 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Holidays as announced Early Learning Center Phone Fax mslaurie.jennrich@stpascals.org ELC Office Summer Hours August 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM St. Pascal s School Office Phone Fax inna.collier@stpascals.org School Office Summer Hours August 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Parish Councils Parish Pastoral Council Ann Karner, Chair Meetings 1st Tuesday at 6:30 PM Parish Finance Council Cindy Reisdorf, Chair Meetings 4th Thursday at 6:30 PM Sacramental Information Reconciliation Saturday at 4:00 and by appointment Baptism Pre-baptismal classes are required. To register for classes or to schedule a celebration, call the parish office. Marriage Arrangements must be made with the Pastor at least six months in advance of the desired date. Parish Prayer Line 8:00-10:00 AM Mary Butler-Levine 4:00-6:00 PM Pat Kackman Parish Communication Bulletin Notices notices by 3:00 PM Monday to thea.munoz@stpascals.org Mass Announcements Direct to Keri Mader at keri.mader@stpascals.org by 3:00 PM on Wednesday.

4 Mass Times & Intentions Tuesday, August 28 Welcome Back Mass for Staff 09:30 AM The People of the Parish Wednesday, August 29 07:30 AM The People of the Parish Thursday, August 30 07:30 AM + Genevieve Rossow Friday, August 31 07:30 AM The People of the Parish Saturday, September 01 04:30 PM + Emma Carbone Sunday, September 02 08:45 AM The People of the Parish 10:30 AM + Susan Calubayan Heart Questions To Whom Shall We go? As a result of this, many [of] his disciples returned to their former way of life and no longer accompanied him. Jesus then said to the Twelve, Do you also want to leave? John 6:66-67 Adult: If Jesus heard us murmuring about how hard it is to follow him and asked us: Do you also want to leave? What would we say? Child: What things make it hard to serve the Lord? What are the things that help you to serve the Lord? Readings August 26, 2018 Sunday: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b Ps 34:2-3, Eph 5:21-32 Jn 6:60-69 Monday: 2 Thes 1:1-5, Ps 96:1-5 Mt 23:13-22 Tuesday: 2 Thes 2:1-3a, Ps 96:10-13 Mt 23:23-26 Wednesday: 2 Thes 3:6-10, Ps 128:1-2, 4-5 Mk 6:17-29 Thursday: 1 Cor 1:1-9 Ps 145:2-7 Mt 24:42-51 Friday: 1 Cor 1:17-25 Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, Mt 25:1-13 Saturday: 1 Cor 1:26-31 Ps 33:12-13, Mt 25:14-30 Next Sunday: Dt 4:1-2, 6-8 Ps 15:2-5 Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27 Mk 7:1-8, 14-15, RCIA Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is available to any person seeking full membership into the Catholic Church. Each year adults, youth, and children who want to convert from a different faith tradition or finish their sacramental initiation of Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation come together to learn about the church through prayer, catechesis and liturgy. If you are interested in being a part of the RCIA process or know someone who is, please contact Deacon Richard Moore at richard.moore@stpascals.org or Kim Roering at kim.roering@stpascals.org for more information. St. Pascal s Legacy Society Estate planning is the way to continue your life's work. Invest the time to ensure that your life s efforts will continue toward the causes and people who will most treasure your gifts and were most treasured by you. Your attorney, with your accountant, can prepare a proper will and make other arrangements for the easy transfer of your estate. Please remember St. Pascal s in your estate planning. If you want more information on St. Pascal s Legacy Society, please call Theresa Ruttger at or talk to a member of the Legacy Committee Ellen and Mike Aeling, Susan Hommes, Joe Sullivan, and Brigid O Malley. THE WEEK AHEAD Visit us at for more information on upcoming events. Sunday, August 26 After Masses New Member Registration: BH Monday, August 27 Friday, August 31 Welcome teachers! Monday, August 27 Tuesday, August 28 9:30am Welcome Mass for Staff All are welcome! 4:30pm Charter Work Group meeting: Offsite 6:30pm Finance Council: FR Wednesday, August 29 9:00am First Aid and CPR training: BH Thursday, August 30 4:00pm Back to School Night: School Campus Friday, August 31 Saturday, September 1 Sunday, September 2 Monday, September 3 Labor Day Parish and school offices closed Have a fun and safe holiday! Tuesday, September 4 Regular parish office hours resume: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm 9:15am First day of school Welcome back! 6:30pm Pastoral Council: SL Wednesday, September 5 1:00pm Marian Center Mass & Dessert: Marian Center, St. Paul 7:00pm Choir: CR Thursday, September 6 7:00pm Men s Club Board Meeting: CF 7:00pm SJCC: FR Friday, September 7 Saturday, September 8 10:00am Domestic Violence presentation: BH Sunday, September 9 9:30am New Member Registration: BH MEETING LOCATION KEY: BH: Brioschi Hall, CF: Cafeteria, FR: Founders Room, SL: Staff Lounge Domestic Abuse: Understanding, Recognizing & Responding Saturday, September 8 from 10:00-11:30 AM in Brioschi Hall Join us to learn about domestic abuse from Meggie Royer, Education and Outreach Coordinator at Women's Advocates. During the presentation, we will discuss statistics about domestic abuse nationwide and in Minnesota, the cycle of abuse, various forms of abuse (physical, emotional, financial, sexual, digital), warning signs, how to help a peer, safety planning, and more. All are welcome at this free event we hope you will join us. Presented by the League of Women Voters, Saint Paul and sponsored by St. Pascal s Social Justice and Caring Committee. Prayer adapted from the Book of Blessings Lord God Grant those who stand against violence peace of mind and a renewed faith in your protection and care. Protect us all from the violence of others, keep us safe from the weapons of hate, and restore to us tranquility and peace. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

5 HELP STOCK OUR FALL FESTIVAL MERCANTILE! Donate new and gently used items including: Collectibles Glassware Books Jewelry Plants Framed items CDs and DVDs Garden produce Toys Please NO hazardous items, electrical items or electronics, clothing, large furniture, or rugs. Items can be placed in the donation closet in the box marked mercantile before or after weekend Masses. They can also be brought to the parish office on Thursday, 09/20 and Friday, 09/21 from 10 am to 7 pm. PLEASE NOTE: No one will be able to assist you with drop off on days other than those noted above. For more information or to arrange a different drop off time, please contact: Cindy Reisdorf at or Carmen Alvarez at

6 FALL FESTIVAL CRAFT SALE SEPTEMBER 23, NOON-5 PM Again this year, our festival will feature a craft room with new, homemade products for people to buy. These might include crocheted and cross-stitched items, jewelry, silk flower arrangements, greeting cards, quilted blankets, reversible totes, and more...anything you might find at a craft sale or boutique. INTERESTED IN DONATING ITEMS FOR THE CRAFT TABLE? Contact Sue Kubiak at or suekubiak@gmail.com NOTE: Proceeds from any goods donated and sold at the craft sale go to St. Pascal's/Fall Festival income.

7 1st Quarterly Meeting Saint Paul Deanery Council of Catholic Women THURSDAY, SEPT 20TH ST. PASCALS BAYLON CHURCH Directions: From I-94 take White Bear Ave exit north to Conway (2 min or.4 mile). Parish will be on your left. Registration: Call to Order: Short Break: Program: 8:15am (Coffee & Refreshments) 9:00am (Business) 10:00am 10:15am Presenters: a Representative from the Minnesota Catholic Conference concerning Immigration, members of the St Paul Deanery Board and Archdiocesan Board, and others who attended our National Convention in Pittsburgh Learn what we do and why we do it. You will learn much to take back to your own parishes. Mass: Lunch: Noon (Portion of collection donated to Kitui Dorm Project) 1:00pm Announcements & Adjournment COST FOR THE DAY: $13.00 Please make phone reservations no later than Monday, September 17, by calling Jane Rosner at or Cathy Evans at Deanery Board members must notify the reservations committee if they are not coming.