ASSOCIATE PASTOR S PEN A MESSAGE FROM FR. CHUCK WROBEL

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The first week of July had several of these messages. On Monday, the Gospel Reading was about Jesus calming the storm and saying to the disciples, Oh, you of little faith.

The next day, the message was (as often times is the case from a prophet of the Old Testament) a warning about having a part-time faith or a faith of show, where we come to Mass and we say our

2 ASSOCIATE PASTOR S PEN A MESSAGE FROM FR. CHUCK WROBEL Oftentimes, as I prepare for the daily Mass, I run across a message that I wish could be given to all the people and not just to the people who attend Mass that day. The first week of July had several of these messages. On Monday, the Gospel Reading was about Jesus calming the storm and saying to the disciples, Oh, you of little faith. I don t know that we always suffer from little faith so much as we suffer from forgetful faith. The next day, the message was (as often times is the case from a prophet of the Old Testament) a warning about having a part-time faith or a faith of show, where we come to Mass and we say our prayers as the law dictates, but as soon as we walk out the door we forget what we just did. Our actions are not congruent with the worship in which we have just participated. If we will try harder to remember and make our worship a part of our lives ALLways and not only when we are at church or in prayer, our lives would be so much more different (and so would the lives of the people around us). In the midst of all our life stuff, we are lovingly invited to let Jesus be immediately at our side (to take upon us the yoke which He will carry with us). We are invited to be with Christ amidst the storm that can rage all around us as He calms the storm within us. There is a song sung by Scott Krippayne called Sometimes He Calms The Storm. All the lyrics are great, but the refrain, for me, is quite powerful and something I often need to remember as I go to God in my time of need. The words are these: Sometimes He calms the storm With a whispered Peace be still He can settle any sea But it doesn t mean He will Sometimes He holds us close And lets the wind and waves go wild Sometimes He calms the storm And other times He calms His child Let us be a community of people who remembers our faith at all times and not just when we are in active worship or prayer. Look for the opportunity to be Christ for those around you. Take the yoke of Christ upon your shoulders and walk in step with Christ, becoming an intentional disciple at all times. ~Fr. Chuck MISSION CO-OP NEXT WEEKEND We welcome Sr. Mary Ellen Kempken, a Maryknoll Sister, to St. Bruno s next week to share the story about the outstanding ministry the Sisters do among the poor. My personal relationship with Sr. Mary Ellen goes back to Fond du Lac in the 1970 s when she and I were both younger people. After almost 40 years, I am looking forward to getting reacquainted. Observe that there is a Mission Co-op envelope contained in this week s bulletin. Please put something in it and bring it along with you next weekend. Your gift is another way that you recognize the bigger family that we are all a part of through our baptism. Your check needs to be made out to St. Bruno Parish. (We send one combined check to the World Mission Office from the Parish for the Maryknoll Sisters.) Let s give Sr. Mary Ellen a big welcome next weekend. ~Fr. Ralph PARISH TRUSTEE ELECTION IS THIS WEEKEND We want to encourage any St. Bruno Parish member who is 18 or older to vote for one of the candidates running for Parish Trustee/Secretary. The two candidates are: JOE KUENZLI & STEVE PAQUIN. Their profiles were published last weekend in the Parish bulletin. PLEASE VOTE! SR. MARY ELLEN KEMPKEN Born in Hartford, Wisconsin, Sister Mary Ellen Kempken graduated with a degree in Nursing from Marian College of Fond du Lac and worked for a year at St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee before entering the Maryknoll Sisters Congregation in l975. In 1977, Sister was sent in mission to Bolivia, where her service was primarily in pastoral and health-related ministries. For the past 15 years, Sister served there in the Pando Vicariate, in the northern jungle region of the country. Her work has included formation courses for rural religious leaders and radio programs to support them between the visits in which her team traveled by boat and jeep to their small communities scattered along the Amazon River System. More recently, Sister accompanied the staff of the New Horizons Rehabilitation Center for children with special needs in Riberalta, and helped to organize handicraft classes for postspecial education youth, so that these young people and their families might develop their own new horizons and find a better quality of life. Who are the Maryknoll Sisters? Maryknoll Sisters are women of faith committed to the mission of Jesus, so God s love, peace and justice may be known throughout the world. Founded in 1912, the Maryknoll Sisters were the first group of Catholic Sisters in the United States to devote their lives in service overseas. PAGE 2 SAINT BRUNO PARISH

NEW FUNDRAISER/EVENT APPLICATION FORM In an effort to keep track of all the various fundraisers and events that happen at our Parish, there is a new form available on our website that is required to

You can then download the APPLICATION FOR FUNDRAISER form, fill it out and send it to Leann Gronowski at leanng@wi.rr.com, or mail it to the Parish Office.

Even if your event or fundraiser is a reoccurring one, you still need to fill out the paperwork each year. Please call Leann at the Parish Office if you have any questions: 262-965-2332 Ext. 103.

COMMUNITY & ALUMNI GOLF FUNDRAISER Saturday, August 9, 2014 At the Kettle Moraine Golf Club W365 S4299 Hwy. 67, Dousma

Fun Format Scramble & Prizes Registration of $110/person* includes: Continental Breakfast Driving Range 18 Holes with Cart Box Lunch on Course Beverages Appetizer Buffet Tee Bag Prizes Registration

However, you are welcome to join this group at any time. The next session is Tuesday, July 8, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in St. Bruno s Gathering Place. You don t get over grief you learn to live with it.

3 NEW FUNDRAISER/EVENT APPLICATION FORM In an effort to keep track of all the various fundraisers and events that happen at our Parish, there is a new form available on our website that is required to be filled out and submitted to the Parish Office. Simply go to stbrunoparish.com and click on the Forms tab at the top of the homepage. You can then download the APPLICATION FOR FUNDRAISER form, fill it out and send it to Leann Gronowski at leanng@wi.rr.com, or mail it to the Parish Office. We are also asking for at least six weeks lead time for any fundraiser/event. PLEASE NOTE: Some events may require a much longer lead time than six weeks, so please plan accordingly. Even if your event or fundraiser is a reoccurring one, you still need to fill out the paperwork each year. Please call Leann at the Parish Office if you have any questions: Ext Thanks to all who plan, lead and implement the many events and fundraisers that happen at St. Bruno s. Without your enthusiasm and efforts, our Parish would not be the vibrant community that it is! COMMUNITY & ALUMNI GOLF FUNDRAISER Saturday, August 9, 2014 At the Kettle Moraine Golf Club W365 S4299 Hwy. 67, Dousman Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m. Fun Format Scramble & Prizes Registration of $110/person* includes: Continental Breakfast Driving Range 18 Holes with Cart Box Lunch on Course Beverages Appetizer Buffet Tee Bag Prizes Registration Forms are available in the Parish Offi ce. CIRCLE OF LIFE BEREAVEMENT SESSIONS Our Circle of Life Committee has already begun their eight-week Grief Support Group. However, you are welcome to join this group at any time. The next session is Tuesday, July 8, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in St. Bruno s Gathering Place. You don t get over grief you learn to live with it. Support groups can help you through your grief. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at or Peggy Knepprath at You may invite anyone you know who is also grieving to join in. MUSIC MINISTRY SING FOR JESUS IN THE SUMMER There used be a corny comment with a kernel of truth: It s Summer. I m on vacation. Isn t Jesus? Thankfully, Jesus and our Triune God never take a vacation from us. Please consider serving as a Cantor or part of mini-choir during this time that many of us do go on vacation. Contact our Music Director, Mark Gould, at or cantemusvv@yahoo.com. Plenty of preparation and a practice CD are part of the deal. O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall declare your praise. (Invitatory from Psalm 95). SCHOOL HAPPENINGS DERBY DAYS PARADE It s almost here! The Annual Derby Days Parade will take place on Sunday, July 27. WE NEED YOUR HELP! We love to take this opportunity to showcase OUR SCHOOL and share information with the community about St. Bruno Parish School. Mark the date on your calendar and plan to attend to walk the Parade and hand out information. Students are encouraged to come and ride on the float or walk the route. Thank you! THEATRE ARTS CAMP August 4-8, 2014 St. Bruno Parish School Grades 1-8 9:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Classes: Incredible Improv and Acting Up. Visit to download information. To register, contact Doug Jarecki, Waukesha Civic Theatre Education and Outreach Administrator, at x21. SCHOOL REGISTRATION Give your children an education they can have FAITH in! Registration for the School Year at St. Bruno s is going on now. Please contact the School Office at or Tammy Price at Tammy.Price@stbrunoparishschool.com for more information. Registration forms are available on the website at ADVERTISERS OF THE WEEK Jul. 5, 2014 Jul. 6, 2014 BAPTIZED IN CHRIST Andrew Douglas Calvert Son of Bryan & Beth Calvert Broderick Michael Paulson Son of Blake Paulson & Andrea Peeters Follow us at St. Bruno Parish Like us at St. Bruno Parish School Please support our Advertisers of the Week: Sterling Mainz & Sons and The Pizza Guy See their full-sized ads on the inside back cover of this bulletin. JULY 13, PAGE 3

FAITH FORMATION CORNER REGISTRATION Please return your Faith Formation Registration forms and payment by August 1. We are in the process of preparing class rosters.

4 FAITH FORMATION CORNER REGISTRATION Please return your Faith Formation Registration forms and payment by August 1. We are in the process of preparing class rosters. Class schedules will be posted on the website by August 1. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jan Lamparski at SUMMER MISSION TRIP Our youth will be participating in Reach Out Reach In, which is an opportunity for our youth to do Mission work in the Milwaukee area. This program is sponsored by the Archdiocese, and works in partnership with 13 different organizations. Students and staff live at St. Monica s in Whitefish Bay, but each day will travel to their job site to do anything from painting, maintenance, gardening, tutoring, working with special needs children and adults, to providing day care and serving meals. When we gather back together in the evening, we share a meal and an evening program. These programs focus on social justice, as well as providing time for faith-sharing and celebrating our Catholic faith traditions. Reach Out Reach In is taking place July Please keep these students in your prayers: Emily Pfaff, Ben Karczewski and Jessica Winter. Amy Golden, Youth Minister, will be joining the group as a part of the Staff. CRAFTER & VENDOR POSITIONS AVAILABLE! Would you, or someone you know, like to be a part of the Annual Turkey Dinner Craft Fair? The Turkey Dinner is on Sunday, October 5, I am looking for people who have crafts to sell or who run a business that supports crafting. Arts and crafts include Scrapbooking, Stamping, Sewing, Baking/Cooking, Painting, etc. We are unable to accept more than one vendor from the same company. Please contact Tammy Price by July 31 to reserve your spot. Space is limited! If you would like to be a vendor at our event or have questions, please call Tammy Price at or me anytime: tlpcvt@hotmail.com. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL PIECES OF PEACE ~ A NEW DAY IN JESUS! Come join us Aug. 4-8 St. Joan of Arc Parish 8:30-11:30 a.m. Grades K4-6 To Register, Contact Mary Sue Reutebuch at or mreutebuch@sjarc.org WHAT IS YOUR CATHOLIC IQ? On July 14, we celebrate the Feast of St. Kateri Tekawitha. What country did she live in? a) India; b) China; c) U.S.; d) Spain. CALENDAR OF EVENTS THIS WEEK PLEASE PRAY FOR THE YOUTH MISSION TRIP THIS WEEK MONDAY, JULY 14 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous / Staff Work Room TUESDAY, JULY 15 2:00-9:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration / Chapel 6:30 p.m. Bereavement Group / Gathering Place WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 No Scheduled Events THURSDAY, JULY 17 9:00-11:00 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry / Family Room FRIDAY, JULY 18 9:30 a.m. Mass / Masonic Health Care Center (Three Pillars) SATURDAY, JULY 19 Blood Pressure Screening New Parishioner Registration 5:00 p.m. Mass / Church SUNDAY, JULY 20 Blood Pressure Screening New Parishioner Registration 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Masses / Church 4:30 p.m. Hispanic Mass / Church COMING SOON Jul Derby Days Parade - St. Bruno Parish School Aug. 2 - MS Bike Ride (using St. Bruno Facilities) Aug. 9 - Golf Outing at Kettle Moraine Golf Club Aug Theatre Arts Camp, 9:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Aug School Year Begins Sep. 6 - Ordination to the Diaconate of John Mezydlo Sep. 7 - Deacon John s Mass of Thanksgiving & Reception Sep Parish Picnic BEYOND OUR PARISH Jul Used Book & Media Sale; St. Joseph Parish Gym, Waukesha; 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Jul Nazareth Family Day; Holy Hill; 11:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Mass at 12:30 p.m.; Jul Blood Drive, Emmanuel UCC, Dousman; 1:30-6:30 p.m. Jul Private Together: A Retreat for Men - Religious & Lay; ; $305 Jul Theology on Tap; Revere s Wells Street Tavern, Delafield; 6:30 p.m.; Jul Robin Mark Liberation Praise Tour; 7:00 p.m.; Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 470 N. Oak Crest Dr.,Wales; $15 Jul Inspirio Ministries (formerly TYME OUT) Middle School Revolution of the Heart Retreat Jul Preached Retreat for Women - Religious & Associates; ; $305 Jul Theology on Tap; Revere s Wells Street Tavern, Delafield; 6:30 p.m.; Jul Living Every Day with Passion & Purpose with Matthew Kelly & Eliot Morris; St. Leonard Parish, Muskego; $39; more info at or Jul Run/Walk for the Hungry; More details & Registration at Jul Dousman Derby Days; Softball Tournament Fri.-Sat. ( ); Frog Jump Sat. 1-4 p.m.; Parade 11:00 a.m. Sunday ( ) Aug Parish Festival, St. James, Mukwonago PAGE 4 SAINT BRUNO PARISH

5 THE WORD OF THE LORD JULY 14, 2014 Isaiah 1:10-17 Matthew 10:34 11:1 JULY 15, 2014 Isaiah 7:1-9; Matthew 11:20-24 JULY 16, 2014 Isaiah 10:5-7, 13b-16 Matthew 11:25-27 JULY 17, 2014 Isaiah 26:7-9, 12, Matthew 11:28-30 JULY 18, 2014 Isaiah 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8 Matthew 12:1-8 JULY 19 & 20, 2014 Wisdom 12:13, Romans 8:26-27 Matthew 13:24-43 or 13: ST. VINCENT DE PAUL In today s Gospel, we hear the story of the sower and we know that some seed fell on rich soil, and produced fruit, a hundred or sixty or thirty fold. This week, by putting your gifts in the St. Vincent de Paul Basket, know that together, they will produce fruit a hundred fold. CATHOLIC ID? A GREAT WAY TO BE As many of us find ourselves longing and searching for happiness, this week s Catholic ID helps show us the way. Watch the latest CIDvid at re&list=uusdic73jystfy3pkvp 7WT1A and see how some of the Gospel s most famous words can help us uncover our Be attitudes and discover unspeakable joy. WHAT IS YOUR CATHOLIC IQ? The answer is c) St. Kateri Tekawitha was the first Native American to be canonized. She was born in 1656, and died in She was canonized on October 21, 2012, by Pope Benedict XVI. St. Kateri Tekawitha was called the Lily of the Mohawks and is the patron of environment and ecology. MONDAY, JULY 14 8:00 a.m. Ed & Rose Igl TUESDAY, JULY 15 8:00 a.m. Fillmore, Isabel, and Steven Kuenzli WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 8:00 a.m. Harvey Neis THURSDAY, JULY 17 8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer with Communion /Chapel LITURGICAL PRAYER FRIDAY, JULY 18 9:30 a.m. Shane Needles (This Mass is held at the Masonic Home) SATURDAY, JULY 19 5:00 p.m. Henry & Mae Rita Ulma SUNDAY, JULY 20 8:00 a.m. For Our Parishioners 10:30 a.m. Jay Weinkauf MASS/DEVOTION TIMES Weekend Mass Times: Saturday 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. We pray the Rosary daily at 7:40 a.m. before the 8:00 a.m. Mass. The Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel is open 24/7 for private prayer. Eucharistic Adoration is every Tuesday from 2:00-9:00 p.m. in the Chapel. WANTED: CATHOLIC HERALD COVER FAMILIES The Catholic Herald is looking for cover families! Start collecting those adorable photos of the children and families in your life and enter them in Catholic Herald Family s 2014 Cover Photo Contest. Photo entries will be accepted until Friday, Sept. 5, and should be sent to Catholic Herald Family, P.O. Box , Milwaukee, or ed to chnonline@archmil.org. For complete details on the photo contest, see Winning photos will be featured on the covers or inside the publication in the upcoming year. To subscribe to the weekly Catholic Herald, call (414) , toll free (877) or visit REMINDER There is a new electronic option available for contributing to Parish support called myeoffering. It is designed to simplify your weekly or monthly contributions by automatically debiting your bank account. You may already be using online services to pay your monthly bills myeoffering is a similar type of service. It s simple to get started just visit the St. Bruno Parish website at com and look for the Donate Now button on our home page. Please call the Parish Office if you have questions or need assistance ( ). REMEMBER: My yoke is easy, and My burden light. Matthew 11:30 LITURGICAL MINISTERS Hospital Communion Ministry Thursday, July 17 C. Wilson 5:00 p.m. Saturday, July 19 Greeters: J. Burgireno, J. LaPorte Ushers: M. & A. Bretl, J. Siepmann C. Neubert, F. Pohlman E. Phillips Servers: M. Mammel E. & N. Karpfinger Readers: J. Harnack, J. Strand Euch. Min: B. Strand, C. Maloney D. Hendrick, S. Mayernick S. Siepmann, B. Schultz J. Bosenbecker 8:00 a.m. Sunday, July 20 Greeters: W. Schwister, I. Marks Ushers: J. & J. Race S. & G. Dorff M. Herbert, M. Hooper Servers: T. Hying C. Kinnard, G. Fontaine Readers: P. Hoffman, M. Karczewski Euch. Min: J. Kershek, E. Rudnick S. James, M. Pfaff K. Meyer, R. Carrao D. Woboril 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 20 Greeters: S. Burt Ushers: R. Mezydlo R. & B. Mottl S. Kelchen, S. Marcus Servers: N. Parulski S. Sueflohn, T. Whalen Readers: C. Gould, J. Mezydlo Euch. Min: R. Mezydlo, H. Mezydlo M. McGrath, J. Senglaub J. & J. Brahm P. Knepprath JULY 13, PAGE 5

6 CHURCH INFORMATION PARISH STAFF/RESOURCES PASTOR: Fr. Ralph Gross Parish Phone x104 Cell Phone Emergency ASSOCIATE PASTOR: Fr. Chuck Wrobel Parish Phone Cell Phone Emergency DEACONS Mauricio Fernandez Tom Filipiak Cell Phone Gordon Snyder PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Karen Warnes (Parish Office) x107 Cell Phone SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Lisa Hedrick x151 PARISH COUNCIL CHAIR Paul Hoffman BUSINESS MANAGER Leann Gronowski x MUSIC MINISTRY Mark Gould - Cell Phone cantemusvv@yahoo.com YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY Amy Golden aldgolden@gmail.com CHILD MINISTRY Jan Lamparski x jlamparski@wi.rr.com HISPANIC MINISTRY Betty Igl x iglm@centurytel.net PARISH ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Pam Schmitt & Susan Atwater (Bulletin Editor) x101 Shared Parish ... stbruno@wi.rr.com CEMETERY Paul Tabat MAINTENANCE Kurt Hendrick x101 ON THE COVER Musicians & Congregation Celebrate St. Bruno s Outdoor Mass with Fr. Chuck Photos Courtesy of J. Kimpel & M. Gould TO CONTACT US: St. Bruno Parish Office, 226 West Ottawa Avenue Dousman, WI Parish Office Phone Parish Office Fax Parish Website... Parish ...stbruno@wi.rr.com School Office Phone School Website (School Principal)...Lisa.Hedrick@stbrunoparishschool.com (School Secretary)... Tammy.Price@stbrunoparishschool.com WELCOME! If you are a visitor to St. Bruno Parish, or new to our area, we welcome and thank you for praying with us. We are a church family and care about each other, our church, our community and our world. You are invited to become a member of the St. Bruno Parish Family. Please call Karen Warnes, Pastoral Associate, at for registration information. JOURNEY INTO THE CATHOLIC FAITH If you or someone you know is interested or curious about the Catholic Faith or any Catholic Sacrament, please call Karen Warnes, our Pastoral Associate, at SACRAMENTAL LIFE & ASSISTANCE INFORMATION MASS THE EUCHARIST Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Hispanic Mass First, Third, & Fifth Sundays at 5:00 p.m. RECONCILIATION Saturday: 4:00 p.m. or by appointment BAPTISMS To arrange Baptism, please contact Deacon Tom at least one month in advance, at or MARRIAGE Please contact the Pastor at least six months before the anticipated wedding date. At least one of the parties must be a registered, practicing Catholic member of our parish community. ANOINTING OF THE SICK We encourage parish members to celebrate the Anointing of the Sick for healing and strength at the time of serious illness or before surgery. COMMUNION TO THE SICK Parish members bring Holy Communion to the homebound. If you are unable to attend Mass for a few weeks because of health or weather, please call the Parish Office. DANNY S HELPING HANDS If you need occasional help with errands, companionship, transportation or meals, contact Rita Mezydlo at or rmezydlo@sbcglobal.net. MEALS FOR FAMILIES WITH NEWBORNS Expectant and new mothers can receive meals made by fellow parishioners for them and their families. Contact Carla Schreiner at or carlaschreiner@wi.rr.com. PRAYER NETWORK If you or someone you know is in need of prayer, we have a group of parishioners at St. Bruno s who would like to pray for your special needs. Call Donna at , or Ruth at ST. VINCENT DE PAUL (SVDP) Contact the Parish Office for assistance from SVDP: THE ENDOWMENT FOR ST. BRUNO We have established a permanent endowment fund for the future of our church and school. We invite a contribution in honor of family members, friends, or in memory of a loved one. Information and contribution envelopes are in the Gathering Place. PARISH OFFICE SUMMER HOURS Mon.-Thurs. 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.; Fridays 9:00 a.m. Noon BULLETIN ARTICLES Please submit your stories, announcements, photographs and ideas for the bulletin to Susan by 10:00 a.m. Monday morning via stbruno@wi.rr.com. PAGE 6 SAINT BRUNO PARISH

RCIA ASSOCIATE PASTOR S PEN THE SEASON OF RCIA IS COMING SOON!

RCIA ASSOCIATE PASTOR S PEN THE SEASON OF RCIA IS COMING SOON! ASSOCIATE PASTOR S PEN MADE FOR MORE This is a theme that is being used throughout many of the programs this year at our sister parish St. Paul s in Genesee Depot. It is a theme that I have tried to encourage