JANUARY 7, 2018 EPIPHANY OF THE LORD W. Pine Street Appleton, WI (920)

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1 JANUARY 7, 2018 EPIPHANY OF THE LORD St. Bernard Congregation of Appleton Welcome and inspire all to share Christ s love through faith and service W. Pine Street Appleton, WI (920) MASS: SAT 4:30 PM SUN 8:00 AM/10:00 AM TUE 8:00 AM WED 8:00 AM THU 8:00 AM FRI 8:00 AM PRIEST: FR. DENNIS RYAN DEACONS MIKE EASH DON NASS MAURY REED JOE VANG BOB VINCENT Connect: ONLINE stbernardappleton.org FACEBOOK stbernardappleton/ stbernard@stbernardappleton.org

2 DEAR PARISHIONERS What Now? The celebration of the Epiphany and the Baptism of the Lord brings the Christmas Season to a close. The anticipation of the coming of Jesus through Advent and the celebration of his birth are past. The Church enters into the first section of Ordinary Time and we seem to just hang out until Ash Wednesday. But it doesn t need to be that way! Now is a great time to explore your faith! Instead of simply hunkering down for winter, why not join a small group, help out at church, or volunteer in the community? Take this quiet time of the year to explore your faith in new ways! Alpha gives everyone the opportunity to do just that! Our men s only group will be starting next Saturday, but there will be more sessions starting soon. I m sure there are many who are thinking, enough already with Alpha! but I will challenge you to experience a session yourself before passing judgment. What now? Get up, bundle up, and come to see what God has in store for you! Peace & Blessings, Deacon Mike Lenten Small Group Study! COMING SOON ARISE Together in Christ Discover how to develop a closer relationship with Christ, deepen your faith, grow in community, and reach out in service to others. Details coming soon! CARE MINISTRY Mark your calendars! There will be a Care Minister volunteer training session on Friday, January 12th from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm for anyone interested. For more information or to sign-up please contact Cathy Kulibert at or ckulibert@stbernardappleton.org MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, January 6 Doug Seidler 4:30 pm In Memory of Richard Faltynski Sunday, January 7 Robert & Merlene Bundy AND Members of St. Bernard 10:00 am In Memory of Bernice Nack Tuesday, January 9 Norbert Derridinger Wednesday, January 10 Maria Bach Tuyet Hoang Thursday, January 11 John & Kay Amelse Friday, January 12 Katie Burg Saturday, January 13 4:30 pm In Memory of Gene Randerson Sunday, January 14 Maria Bach Tuyet Hoang 10:00 am In Memory of Randal Sengstock AND Members of St. Bernard SUN 7 MON 8 TUE 9 10:00 am Mass 6:00 pm Adult Formation Acts Spread of the Kingdom 6:00 pm Women of the Bible- Small Group Study 6:30 pm Faith Formation Committee Mtg. Sm.Grp.Rm. Rm. 111 Library 8:45 am Stretch N Tone Act. Ctr. 10:30 am Womens Study Group. 6:00 pm Building & Grounds Committee Meeting Rm. 111 Library

3 MEN S ALPHA It s pretty simple! Meet with the guys once a week for 10 weeks. Begin with a short video, then a small group discussion on the topic of the day, followed by a meal. Everyone is welcome no matter where you are at in your life. No pressure, no followup and no charge! Just try it! If you don t think it s for you, that s OK. We won t follow-up or pester you to return. But...of course, you are always welcome to return whenever you wish! DID YOU KNOW? Service Sunday! February 18, :00am 12:00 pm (after 10:00 am Mass) Come help out with different projects and make a difference! Sponsored by the St. Bernard Parish Social Justice Committee. Keep an eye on the bulletin for more details over the coming weeks. WED 10 THU 11 FRI 12 4:30 pm; 6:30 pm Faith Formation Classes 6:30 pm Adult Choir Music Rm. 6:30 pm Handbell Practice Music Rm. 8:00 am Care Minister Training Act. Ctr. 8:45 am Stretch N Tone Act. Ctr. 6:45 Confirmation Classes Rm. 109

4 DISCIPLESHIP RETREAT OPPORTUNITY January 16, :30 am 12:30 pm St. Paul Parish, Combined Locks (sponsored by the Diocese of Green Bay Department of New Evangelization) What does a discipleship oriented approach look like? FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) has a highly effective process for discipleship. How do you share your faith with others? Kyle Hanson who is a Missionary Team Leader with FOCUS will facilitate our morning. Learn about the FOCUS approach and how it applies to parish life. Lunch is included and there is no cost to attend but you must RSVP to Maria Garcia at mgarcia@gbdioc.org or call (920) for planning purposes. All are welcome! Men s Silent Retreat February 1-4, 2018 at the Jesuit Retreat House on Lake Winnebago, south of Oshkosh. Consider attending this powerful spiritual experience in a beautiful and peaceful setting. Enjoy a private room, with shower, in their new facility. Reservations and registration can be made online at or you may call Trish at For more information regarding this retreat, and other retreats, contact Tony at FINANCIAL 1/5/18 (2 weeks) Wk 27 Fiscal YTD Total Env. $56,927 YTD Actual Env. $401,983 Budget Env. $16,827 YTD Budget Env. $454,327 Env. Over/(Under) ($52,343) Loose $2,422 YTD Loose $17,955 Budget Loose $712 YTD Budget Loose $19,212 Loose Over/(Under) ($1,257) Weekly Scrip Update: Scrip Sales $1,250 Cost $1,188 Rebate SAT 13 SUN 14 6:30 am Men s Alpha Act. Ctr. 9:00 am Reconciliation 10:00 am Mass 4:30 pm Mass STAFF Bookkeeper Barb Hoffman Bulletin Editor Lisa Hecht Care Ministry Coordinator Cathy Kulibert Director of Faith Formation Maurine Overesch (on Medical Leave) Director of Liturgy Nadine Duncan Director of Music, A/V & Tech. Rhonda Uschan Elementary Coordinator Deb Holzem Evangelization Coordinator Kara Main Maintenance Supervisor Jim Piette Minister of Administration Dr. Colleen Sargent-Day Parish Secretary Edna Ulrich

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