ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 632 S. Broad St. Mankato, MN

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1 ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 632 S. Broad St. Mankato, MN Pastor - Fr. John Kunz Mass Schedule - Saturday Vigil: 5:15 pm Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:00 am Reconciliation - Saturday: 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm October 22, Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Gospel: Matthew 22:15-21

2 The Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 22, PARISH CONTACTS PARISH STAFF Pastor Fr. John Kunz frjohn@stjohnsmankato.net Pastoral Care Associate Monica Priebe monicap@stjohnsmankato.net Director of Liturgy/Music Jaci James jaci@stjohnsmankato.net Director of Children/Adult Formation Kelly Huber khuber@stjohnsmankato.net Director of Youth Formation Johnna Harmer jharmer@stjohnsmankato.net Faith Formation Assistant Mary Hudson mhudson@stjohnsmankato.net Administrative Assistant Joan Kellen jkellen@stjohnsmankato.net Accountant/Administrative Assistant Daniel Pietsch dpietsch@stjohnsmankato.net Administrative Assistant Susan Durbala susand@stjohnsmankato.net Building & Grounds Maintenance Jon Fitterer jfitterer@stjohnsmankato.net CATHOLIC SCHOOL Loyola Catholic School Website - LOYOLA AMBASSADORS ST. JOHN S PARISH: Ken Klingsporn Nicole Goebel Beth Miller ST. JOHN S ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCILS Pastoral Leadership Team: Monica Priebe Jaci James John Fell Joan Kellen Jennifer Hatkin Christopher Meehan Dan Hansen Finance Council: Brian Cornelius Beth Baker James Loaney Dan Denhof Mike Burkhardt Pat Kruger Dave Naples Mike Spellacy Faith Formation Advisory and Development Board: Mick Hickok, adult rep Kim Hermer, family rep Alex Oldenburg, youth rep Dan Hansen, young family rep Amy Kloss, family rep Kelly Meehling, family rep Clarissa Meissner, young family rep Parish Trustees: Jim Swanson Najwa Massad From the Pastor s Desk This weekend is a kind of break in the fall season. Schools had a short week - students have a long weekend - families often try to do something fun or different. The Pharisees never seem to take a break. They are constantly nipping at the feet of Jesus, trying to catch him doing something wrong,. This will then prove that they and not Jesus are the real carriers of the message of salvation. It cannot be that way for us. We must not believe that we are exalted above the place that Jesus has in the mystery of salvation. We recognize our closeness by God and we try to respond as best as we can. Jesus will again and again pick us up when we fall short or stumble. We endure in hope and faith. Blessings, Father John MASS INTENTIONS Monday, October 23- Rom 4:20-25; Lk 12: :15 am Communion Service Tuesday, October 24- Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-21; Lk 12: :15 am Communion Service Wednesday, October 25 - Rom 6:12-18; Lk 12: :15 am - Communion Service Thursday, October 26 - Rom 6:19-23; Lk 12: :15 am Communion Service Friday, October 27 - Rom 7:18-25a; Lk 12: :15 am - James O Connor, Fred Muellerleille, Ora Roden, Kathy Sonnek Saturday, October 28- Eph 2:19-22; Lk 6: :15 pm Mark Snaza, Phyllis Goettl, Joe Reinbold Sunday, October 29 - Ex22:20-26;1Thes1:5c-10;Mt22: :00 am Joan Martindale, Linus Hillesheim 10:00 am Joseph & Martha Phillips, Margaret Hiller, Parishioners of St John s St. John s Prayer Network - To submit a prayer request, please call: Sandy Roberts or Alice DiMeglio or Monica Priebe, Pastoral Care Associate at: monicap@stjohnsmankato.net

3 THE WEEK AHEAD Monday, October 23 Who is my Neighbor 12:00 PM John Paul II room Spirit Singers 5:30 PM St. Elizabeth room Tuesday, October 24 Sunrise AA Meeting 6:30 AM Matthews Hall Hope-Grief Ministry 5:15 PM John Paul II room Knights of Columbus 6:30 PM Parish Life Center Wednesday, October 25 Legion of Mary 9:00 AM Marian room Choir for Christ 5:15 PM - Church Circle of Grace (Faith Formation) - 6:30PM - church Confirmation 6:30 PM Parish Life Center Gym Roots, Edge 6:30 PM PLC Cafeteria, Matthew s Hall Life Teen 8:00 PM Parish Life Center Gym Thursday, October 26 Simon Ministry - 10:30 AM - Matthews Hall door 7 Laurel Peak 3:00 PM Laurels Peak Ephesians Bible Study 6:30 PM John Paul II room Friday, October 27 Al-Anon 6:30 AM Parish Library Early Risers AA 6:30 AM - Matthews Hall Saturday, October 28 DOW Women s Conference 8:00 AM PLC Gym Sunday, October 29 Faith Formation Grades 1 to 4 9:00 AM Parish Life Center Children s Liturgy During 10 AM Mass Matthew s Hall BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK AVAILABLE! Eucharistic Prayer and seasonal paintings by Lisa Bierer will be on display in the hall outside the front office, hanging just outside the office door across from bulletin board. These paintings are offered for sale, with the proceeds going to a hospitality fund, managed by the parish staff. Any event, need, or idea for infusing St. John s Parish with even MORE hospitality will be welcomed. The paintings can be purchased through the office. They will have a minimum value assigned, then the rest of the purchase is a donation. Paintings will be changed as they are sold. ST. JOHN S NEWS OCTOBER - RESPECT LIFE Baby Bottle Campaign: Pick up your baby bottles and start collecting your change. The money raised will go to Birthright, Options of Women & Catholic Charities. Please return the bottles to the church by November 5, Spiritual Adoption Baby Shower: Your spiritual baby has been born! Bring diapers, wipes, lotion, clothes, and other baby items to the crib in the narthex. We also have someone who can make hoodies towels for the babies. We need two matching bath towels and one hand towel to make two hoodies towels. Our Simon Ministry & local charities need these items. Our Baby Shower ends November 5, Project Embrace Awareness Parish ministry and garden dedicated to those families who lose or have lost a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or early infant death. Wings of Hope: Pregnancy loss memorial and miscarriage common burial site at Calvary Cemetery. Let us pray that we will become a nation that respects and protects all human life, through all stages of life, reflecting a true culture of life. We Welcome Newcomers to Our Parish Family... Andrew & Lindsey Northenscold and family Danielle Fontaine and family Casandra Jones and family Paul & Lisa Vasques and family Valerie Schugel and family James & Rita Tibodeau Parish Office Hours: Weekdays 8:30 am-5:00 pm Office Phone: (507) Emergency (after office hours): (507) Web: Check out St. John s on Facebook and Twitter! SJB Catholic Church@SJBCCMN 3

4 SACRAMENTS SACRAMENTS OF THE CHURCH Baptism - To prepare your child for Baptism, it is essential that parents participate in Pre-Jordan preparation. Marriage - Contact the parish office 1 year in advance of wedding date. Marriage prep is required. Becoming Catholic - If you or someone you know are interested in becoming Catholic or have questions about the process (Christian Initiation), please contact the parish office. Sacrament of the Sick - Anointing If you have a serious illness, are facing hospitalization and/ or surgery, please contact the parish office to arrange to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT Christian Initiation Sponsor / Sponsor Family Witness to your spiritual values and hospitality and be a mentor to an adult or child going through the initiation process. Spend time with them, pray with them, learn with them, and walk with them as they become a part of our faith community. Christian Initiation Catechist Share a topic you are particularly knowledgeable about in our Catholic tradition. Maybe you enjoy sharing your faith story with others, drawing them into conversation about their journey. Prepare for and engage discussion with candidates and sponsors on faith and Catholic teaching. Training and resources provided. Christian Initiation Sunday Scripture Leader Facilitate breaking open the Word during dismissal from Sunday Mass, during the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Training and materials provided. For more information, contact Jaci James in the parish office or jaci@stjohnsmankato.net GOOD COUNSEL LEARNING CENTER TUTORING The Good Counsel Learning Center is now accepting registrations for tutoring children and youth after school in reading and math, and adults during daytime hours. Sessions are one hour in length usually once or twice each week. The charge is $25.00 per hour. Scholarship assistance is available with verification of financial need. Volunteers are also needed, especially women to help refugee women in their homes learn functional English. Call Sr. Dorothy for further information: or visit the website at www. gclearningcenter.org. 4 LOYOLA NEWS Want to learn about Loyola Catholic School? Visit the LCS website ( Schedule family tours and shadow days at your convenience. Call Save the Dates All Saints Day Mass with SSND November 1 The Blue & Gold Gala, a Wired to the Heart event, November 3 Rogers and Hammerstein s Cinderella, Fitz Theater, November 9-12 Loyola s Barnes & Noble Bookfair December 2 Join our Builders Club and Key Club at Loyola s Mankato Marathon Cheer Station on Sunday, October 22 from 8-2:30. Find us near the Sibley Park barn/play area; wear blue & gold or Loyola Spirit gear; music and noisemakers will be provided. Come to encourage the runners! Questions? Contact Sue: sgoebel@loyolacatholicschool.org Loyola will welcome seven students from Argentina, Jan 8--Feb. 9. Students are 16, attend Catholic School in Buenos Aires, and are eager to experience American culture and improve their English. Host Families are needed to provide room, board, and transportation to and from Loyola during their month-long stay. A stipend is provided to offset hosting expenses. Contact Julienne Antes at bigroad7@windomnet.com or Did you know? In Loyola Girls Club, which meets monthly, our high school girls inspire and model leadership as they provide enriching activities for younger girls. Did you know? Loyola s Fair Trade committee members visit elementary classrooms, teaching concepts and practices of Fair Trade. Friends of Loyola: If you haven t visited recently you may enjoy seeing campus and learning about current programs. Come to Mass, set up a tour, bring a group of friends. Your parish support makes all we do, learn, and celebrate at Loyola possible, as we guide students to their full potential, walk with them in faith, and equip them to lead and serve. WORLD WIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; Listen with your spouse for God s message of love by exploring a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) weekend. The next weekends are: Nov 17-19, 2017 in Windom, MN and Feb 16-18, 2018 in Windom, MN. Early sign up is recommended. For more information visit our website at: southmnwwme.org or contact us at applications@southmnwwme.org or

5 MEAL PREP PARTY!! Are you sick and tired of the age old question of, What s for dinner? Come join us for a fun-filled evening of fellowship and meal prepping. We will be using the menu 7 Crockpot Freezer Meals that Even Kids Will Eat. Communal ingredients will be provided, once you sign up you will get a list of ingredients to shop for and bring that night. When: Tuesday, November 14, 2017 Time: 7:00pm Where: Matthews Hall Cost: $25 (for shared ingredients) Sign-up by November 12th if you would like to participate. Contact Courtney Schaefer if you would like to sign-up or have any questions. Cell: (507) courtney.schaefer116@gmail.com Untold Blessings: Three Paths to Holiness By: Bishop Robert Barron Our ultimate goal is to be a saint. It is our greatest calling and what is desired for us by our Creator. Bishop Robert Barron paints a beautiful and mysterious image of what it takes to be a follower of, 'the One who is, Jesus Christ.' He lays out three intriguing paths to holiness: Finding the Center; Knowing You're A Sinner; and Realizing Your Life is Not About You. He also provides practical approaches to enhance your journey along these three paths. 9 Sessions: November 9th January 18thDay: Thursdays at 6:30pm Leader: Joann Jaqua Cost: $25.00 Place: John Paul II Room LISTENING FOR THE STILL, SMALL VOICE OF GOD In 1Kings 19:11-12, Elijah hears God s voice not in the strong wind, the earthquake or the fire, but rather in a quiet whisper. In the midst of our busy lives and the many voices around us clamoring to be heard, it can be difficult to hear God s still, small voice within us. Join with women yrs. seeking to listen to how God is calling them in their lives at this time. Learn ways to recognize God s voice and God s leading as you consider both small and big decisions. Beginning Nov. 13th, the group will meet the 2nd Monday of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Church in Mankato in the Library Room (enter door 7). If interested please contact Sr. Stephanie Spandl, SSND at sspandl@ssnd.org or FAITH FORMATION VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Sundays and/or Wednesdays Teach the faith to children or youth Assistant Catechists and On- Call Substitutes are needed for the Faith Formation sessions Each session is approximately 1-1/2 hours. Virtus Training is required. Contact: Kelly Huber for Sunday Faith Formation: khuber@stjohnsmankato.net or Contact: Johnna Harmer for Wednesday Faith Formation: jharmer@stjohnsmankato.net or ST. JOHN S MEN S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP FOR LOYOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Thank you for your interest in the St. John s Men s Club Scholarship for Loyola Middle School. A scholarship of $125 will be awarded to 4 students attending Loyola Middle School for the academic year The scholarship will be disbursed in 1 payment of $125 each by December 31, The student must be enrolled at Loyola Middle School upon receipt of the scholarship disbursement. Please read your application materials thoroughly and submit all requested items by the deadline date of December 15, Incomplete or late applications will be disqualified. Applicants must be registered as a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in order to be eligible for the scholarship award. If you have questions regarding the application process for the St. John s Men s Club Loyola Middle School Scholarship, please call St. John s APPLICATION PROCEDURE Eligibility: a. Applicant must be already attending Loyola Middle School. b. Applicant must be a registered member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Mankato, MN. c. The scholarship will be awarded to 4 students attending Loyola Middle School for the academic year All 4th through 8th grade level students are eligible for the scholarship. Award: Four awards of $125 each will be given. The scholarship will be disbursed in 1 payment of $125 by December 31, The student must be enrolled in Loyola Middle School upon receipt of the scholarship disbursement. 5

6 FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP October 15, 2017 Budget Adult Envelopes/Electronic Giving $ 15, $16, Offertory $ $ $1 Youth Envelopes $ Money Counters: Oct 23 Team 3; Oct. 30 Team 4; Nov 6 Team 1 ST. JOHN S PARISH DEBT Balance Balance July 1, 2017 to Date Catholic Ministries Appeal-2016* ($ 43,278) ($ 15,057) Catholic Ministries Appeal-2017 ($ 30,925) ($ 25,340) Total ( $74,203) ($ 40,397) Budget Status: September 2017 Current Fiscal YTD Prior Fiscal YTD Income $224, $222, Expenses ($232,846.98) ($248,294.07) Operating Net Profit ($8,589.87) ($ 25,838.61) Thank you for your continued financial support!! * Catholic Ministries Appeal shortfall from the 2016 Parish obligation paid to the Catholic Foundation of Southern MN which is a separate entity from the Diocese of Winona. St. John s Young Stewards Time & Treasure Children s Envelopes $ (Talents from Children s Envelopes) I picked up my toys. I helped clean my room. I got Brittney to sleep. LITURGICAL CORNER ATTENTION ALL EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF COMMUNION (EM s), including those who bring communion to the homebound, to the hospital, and lead Word and Communion Services! We will be commissioning new and RE-commissioning ALL extraordinary ministers the weekend of November 4/5 at ALL MASSES! Please plan to attend and re-commit your heart to this beautiful ministry of sharing the most Holy and Precious Body and Blood of our Lord with the community. Postcard reminders will be mailed as well. LITURGICAL MINISTRY TRAINING If you are interested in offering your time as a liturgical minister i.e. Lector, Extraordinary Minister of Communion (EM) or Server - please plan to attend one of the training sessions listed below: Tuesday, October 24: 6:30-7pm EM s : 7-7:15pm Lectors Thursday, October 26: 6-7:30pm Servers Thursday, November 2: 6:30-7:15pm Lectors : 7:15-7:45pm EM s Saturday, November 4: 10-11:30am Servers New schedules will begin November 18 so all new ministers will want to be trained before then. VIRTUS TRAINING If you plan on volunteering or working in any capacity for St. John the Baptist, like in our Faith Formation Program or with our youth or children in any capacity, VIRTUS training is required. The VIRTUS Protecting God s Children awareness program is a 2-hour session for all adults to help our Churches/Schools provide a child-safe environment and empowering caring adults to protect children by recognizing the warning signs of sexual abuse and to respond appropriately. Some dates currently available in the area: Wed. Oct. 25, 2017 at 7:00AM St. Ann s, Janesville, MN Thurs. Oct at 6:30PM St. John Vianney School, Fairmont, MN Monday, Nov 6, 2017 at 6:00PM St. John the Baptist To register for a session go to: click on First Time Registrant and remember the organization you are registering in is the Diocese of Winona. If you need assistance registering or have questions, contact Dan or Susan at the church office CATHOLIC CHARITIES Communication is the basis for all relationships. When communication is lacking, the relationship is soon in turmoil. At Catholic Charities, we can teach communication skills to improve any relationship. Whether you re having trouble communicating with your spouse, your children, or your parents, we can help at Catholic Charities. Visit us at or give us a call at

7 LITURGICAL MINISTERS October 28/29 Musicians 5:15 pm Sr. Joyce Kolbet or Jaci James/ Voices in Praise 8:00 am Jeanne Makela / Meaghan Kroeber 10:00 am Jeanne Makela / Mariya Bergquist Eucharistic Ministers 5:15 pm Bonnie Gilbert, Michelle Goodrich, Barbara Haag, Lynn Klingsporn, Jane Kohler, Phyllis Maloney, Kelly Meehling, Kathy Wortel 8:00 am Nicole Goebel, Brian & Jan Hughes, Dan Kapsner, Patty Marzinske, Najwa Massad, Patty Mejias, Pat Sullivan 10:00 am Kris Barnes, Maggie Bennett, Mardell Brauer, Mike Burkhardt, Julia Corbett, Mike Coughlan, Jim & Arlene Swanson Lector 5:15 pm Mary O Sullivan, Sheila Skilling 8:00 am Pat Sullivan, Chad Witte 10:00 am Marsha Murphy, Leon Schaffer Sacristan 5:15 pm Monica Orth 8:00 am Courtney Schaefer 10:00 am Maggie Bennett Server 5:15 pm Claire & Samual Orcutt 8:00 am Nicolas Goebel, Robert Mejias 10:00 am Josephine Haman, Cameron Miller, Connor Raitz Ministers of Hospitality 5:15 pm Team 2 8:00 am Team 6 10:00 am - Team 10 Weekly EM (October 23-27) Jim Shaw Laurel s Peak - (October 26) Jean Morgan, Fred Jensen HOLIDAY EXPO DONATIONS NEEDED The 2017 Holiday Expo at Madison East will be Saturday, November 18. We are looking for donations for our booth. As suggestions we could use: crocheted dish cloths, fabric totes, holiday wreathes or center pieces or items you think others would enjoy. Any questions, please call Pat Thank you for your help! AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The American Red Cross serving your local North Mankato and Mankato area is looking for Volunteers. If you have four to eight hours a month to help with a blood drive, please You may also call Karen Winters at AREA NEWS MAKE A DIFFERENCE Would you like to make a difference in your community, the country, or the world? Do you want to serve those in need and work for social justice? Check out RESPONSE 2018, a free guide listing nearly 200 faith-based volunteer programs and thousands of opportunities. Volunteers serve full-time for periods of one week to one year or more across the United States and in more than 100 countries worldwide. Summer and school break opportunities are also available. Our volunteers are from all walks of life-from high school to senior citizens and every stage in between. Positions are available for both single and married volunteers, including those with children. Contact Catholic Volunteer Network to receive your free copy/copies of RESPONSE Call or org. Your can also search RESPONSE 2018 online at MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE Free, comprehensive and objective counseling The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will once again be assisting Medicare beneficiaries with their 2018 Medicare plan research and enrollment. Trained volunteers will be available by appointment in Mankato at the MNRAAA Office. To schedule an appointment, call the Senior LinkAge Line at The 2018 annual enrollment period for Medicare Plans runs from October 15, 2017 to December 7, Visit our website at: SUNDAY TV MASS The Sunday Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel Chapel is recorded each week and is available on the Mankato Public Access Station, KTV. The viewing times are Wednesdays at 3:00 and Fridays at 2:00. KTV can be found on Charter Channel 181 or Consolidated Communications Channel 507. The Mass is also available anytime on the Internet on the KTV website as a live-stream: accessktv.org/ (Choose the Watch KTV tab and then the Public Access tab.) EWTN TV network also has Sunday Mass on at 11:00am. 7