Pastor: Fr. David Timmerman

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1 Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time September 10, 2017 Pastor: Fr. David Timmerman Parkview Dr. Milton, WI S. Saint Joseph Circle Edgerton, WI Phone: After Hours Emergencies: Fax: Website: Parish Business Administrator: Vicki Kersten Faith Formation Administrator: Sabrina Elsen Faith Formation Admin Assistant: Paul Schultz Liturgy Coordinator: Theresa Slein Music Coordinator: Doreen Houge Phone: Fax: Website: Parish Office Administrator: Mary Ann Ivey Interim Coordinator of Religious Education: Katie Kotecki Director of Facilities & Maintenance: Jon Peterson

2 Sat. Sept. 9 Sun. Sept. 10 4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (St. Mary) Butch Hunter (St. Joseph) Living and Deceased Members of the Ray and Agnes Laufenberg Families (St. Mary) St. Mary & St. Joseph Parishes (St. Joseph) Loretta Manning Mon. Sept. 11 8:30 a.m. (St. Mary) Morning Prayer Tues. Sept. 12 3:00 p.m. (St. Mary) Celene Hying, Felicitas Nueva at Milton Senior Living Wed. Sept. 13 8:30 a.m. (St. Mary) Anna Jane Yoss Thurs. Sept. 14 8:00 a.m. (St. Joseph) Viola Volmert Fri. Sept. 15 8:00 a.m. (St. Joseph) Ray & Nola Reilly Sat. Sept. 16 Sun. Sept. 17 4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (St. Mary) Colette Lyons (St. Joseph) St. Joseph & St. Mary Parishes (St. Mary) Everett E. Boston (St. Joseph) Ted Syverson Confessions (all are welcome to attend at either parish): St. Mary every Tuesday 5:00-6:00 p.m. St. Joseph every Saturday following mass By appointment with Fr. Dave Monday, September 11 Thursday, September 14 Colossians 1:24-2:3 Numbers 21:4b-9 Psalm 62:6-7, 9 Psalm 78:1bc-2, 34-35, 36-37, 38 Luke 6:6-11 Philippians 2:6-11 Tuesday, September 12 John 3:13-17 Colossians 2:6-15 Friday, September 15 Psalm 145:1g-2, 8-9, Hebrews 5:7-9 Luke 6:12-19 Psalm 31:2-3b,. 3cd-4, 15-16, 20 Wednesday, September 13 John 19:25-27 Colossians 3:1-11 Sunday, September 17 Psalm 145:2-3, 10-11, 12-13ab Sirach 27:30-28:9 Luke 6:20-26 Psalm 103:1-2, 3-4, 9-10, Romans 14:7-9 Matthew 18:21-35

3 Please keep these parishioners and family members in your prayers: Dorothy Bomkamp Dakota Frank Daniels Bob Dibble Marilyn Erspamer Tracy Guenther Mary Hagen Ray Heisz David Holterman Jim Holterman Elaine Homan Bill Hupp Don Hying Jim Jenkins Marion Kaiser Matt Keller Theresa Kingsbury Kathleen Knight Adelynn (Addie) Meister Scot Nelson Barbara Palkki Alden Peterson Kathy Rand Barb Rogan Rob Rosa William & Gertrude Slein Kathy Trimberger Noel Turner Letitia Tyrrell Brett Urban Stewardship: A Way of Life 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time You, son of man, I have appointed watchman for the house of Israel. Ezekiel 33:7 Many of us are generous with our gifts. However, how often is our generosity at the minimum level required? We do just enough or give just enough. Remember, the Lord calls us to be generous with all the gifts He has given us, to grow them and return them with increase. WORD OF LIFE: When people are tempted to see their own lives as diminished in value or meaning, they most need the love and assistance of others to assure them of their inherent worth. USCCB To Live Each Day with Dignity: A Statement on Assisted Suicide

4 Mon. Sept. 11: 6:30 p.m. Fellowship Committee meets Tues. Sept. 12: 7:00 p.m. Pastoral Council meeting Wed. Sept. 13: 3:30 p.m. RE Classes 1-5 6:30 p.m. RE Classes 6-10 Thurs. Sept. 14: 8:00 a.m. Mass 8:30 a.m. Second Servings in Father s apartment Fri. Sept. 15: 8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mom s Group Sat. Sept. 16: 8:00 a.m. Rosary All are welcome to attend. 5:30 p.m. Mass Sun. Sept. 17: Catechetical Sunday-Teacher blessing and Class for PreK-K 10:30 a.m. Mass 11:00 a.m. Parish Dinner and Raffle in the church hall 11:30 a.m. No coffee and donuts in the church hall because of the parish dinner Please keep these parishioners and family members in your prayers. Liz Carlyn Erin Olver Kathy Heider Joey Hamann Gene Tom Cindy Roy Edward Seamon Rollonna Pat S. Norma Edward Siemienkowicz Jann Sharon Fugate S. Severson Todd Donna Nelson Mary Olsen David Reilly Jake Bruce Tully Denny B. Robert Koch Rod Anderson Kathie Lucille Firnstahl Marion Jane M Cathy D. Beatrice L. Special thanks to this week s sponsor of the St. Joseph Donut Sunday Social: Apfel Ehlert Funeral Home & Cremation Services THE PASCAL CANDLE WILL BURN IN MEMORY OF THE KENNETH JENNER FAMILY. Codey & Amanda Gallas Hurricane Harvey Collection: $2,636.00

5 September 16 & 17 Extraordinary Ministers 5:30 p.m. Wendy Oren, Brian Timmerman 10:30 a.m Bill Ingalls, Paul Davis Lectors 5:30 p.m. Roland Breunig 10:30 a.m. Carrie Trowbridge Mass Servers 5:30 p.m. Carmen & Shane Crandall, Sophia Osborne 10:30 a.m. Ryan Tronnes, Evan Chapados, Joe Hatlen Greeters 5:30 p.m. 1. Mary Ann & Jim Rademacher 2. Crandall Family 3. Brian Kachlic 10:30 a.m. 1. Linda Wolff 2. Mary Syverson 3. Sue Tronnes Collection from last Sunday Sept. 2/ 3 Envelopes $3, Offertory $ Total $3, GREETER SCHEDULE: The deadline for October, November and December is Wednesday, September 20. Please let me know which weekend you would not be able to serve as a Greeter. Thank you so much for your faithfulness in serving as a greeter every week. Many people appreciate the welcome, I am sure. We are in much need of additional Greeters, especially for the 5:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday nights. If you would like to help with this, please contact Mary Syverson, Chairperson, or syversspace@gmail.com THANK YOU: A heartfelt thank you to Rose & Warner Last and Joan Poettgen for the beautiful flower pots decorating the outside front of the church. The plant selection and the color combinations have always been superb and a joy to behold. A thank you also goes to Jackie Rostowfske, the Chapados family, Rita Fox, and Bruce & Linda Schumacher for all the plant material and work they have done around the outside of the church. Nice job everyone and thank you! This week the Sanctuary Lamp will burn In memory of Ray & Nola Reilly

6 September 16/17 Reader One 4:00 p.m. Val Crofts 9:00 a.m. Steve Vicenzi Reader Two 4:00 p.m. Dodie Weberpal 9:00 a.m. Kent Shea Commentator 4:00 p.m. Dorothy Vogel 9:00 a.m. Don Roberts Musician 4:00 p.m. Angie McNally 9:00 a.m. Sabrina Elsen Cantor 4:00 p.m. Krista Dugenske 9:00 a.m. Youth Group (Doreen Houge) Servers 4:00 p.m. Gavin Bartels, Kellen Ryan 9:00 a.m. Acasia, Madison & Mike Cadd Extraordinary Ministers 4:00 p.m. Karen Cain*, Jerome LaBrie, Cindy Baughman 9:00 a.m. Mike Sessler*, Michael Goedert, Dianne Phillipps Ushers 4:00 p.m. Val & Joseph Crofts Steve Schuh, Bob Urban 9:00 a.m. Milt Wendler, Tom Reed, Tom Westrick, Steve Wagner, Bud Hoff *Denotes Check-In Person Sat./Sun. Sept. 9/10: Camillus Ministry Blood Pressure screening in the parish office following mass. Ark Library is open following mass Mon. Sept. 11: 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer in church 10:00 a.m. Belles in the center Tues. Sept. 12: 5:00 p.m. Confessions 7:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus in the center. Wed. Sept. 13: 7:00 p.m. FF1 and YM Leader Inservice in center. Thurs. Sept. 14: 7:00 p.m. RCIA in Ark Sun. Sept. 17: 10:00 a.m. Family Ministry in the center. 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. High School in the lower level. 6:00 p.m. Middle School in the center. HURRICANE HARVEY RELIEF FUND: This past week St. Mary Parish mailed a check in the amount of $5,048 to the Diocese from donations collected this past weekend at mass. Donations continue to arrive at the parish office and will be forwarded to the Diocese for distribution to the Galveston/Houston Archdiocese. We will keep you updated as to the total sent from our community. Thank you for your incredible generosity!! Please pray for those in the path of Hurricane Irma.

7 Collection From Last Week (September 3, 2017) Weekly Income Needs 8, Envelopes 7, Offertory ACH Auto-Debit 3, Surplus 3, Fiscal Year-To-Date Contributions YTD Income Needs 80, YTD Envelopes & ACH 71, YTD Offertory 7, Deficit -1, Collection from last year (September 4, 2016) Envelopes 5, Offertory ACH Auto-Debit 2, NOTE: Weekly and YTD income listed above does not include non-offertory income (tuition, fundraising, memorials, etc.) ARK LIBRARY: The Ark Library is open this weekend following all Masses. Browse through the many books and videos that our Ark Library has to offer. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING: Camillus Ministry blood pressure screening is held this weekend in the parish office after all Masses. September 2, 2017: James Arthur Jacque, son of Brandon and Dalila Callan David Perkins, son of Nicholas and Lisa Sofia Guadalupe Vike, daughter of Tyler and Gloria This week the Traveling Chalice will be in the home of Shirley Anderson Please pray for Vocations

8 EUCHRE TOURNAMENT Hosted by KC 9230 September 16 St. William Parish Hall 1822 Ravine Janesville, WI Entry Fee: $10 Registration: 5:30 p.m. Cards: 6:00 p.m. Cash Prizes and 50/50 Raffle Beverages and sandwiches available for purchase. All are welcome, singles or couples All net proceeds will go toward purchase of wheelchair for St. William Parish Hall For more information contact Bill Slatter DAYS TO MORNING GLORY RETREAT: Beginning Sunday, October 22, join us for a 6-week small -group retreat at St. Mary, Milton for Marian Consecration. This retreat is for men and women and based on the popular book by Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, 33 Days to Morning Glory. Gain new insights into Marian Consecration, learn how key saints and blesseds lived it out, and discover how you can live it out as well. The cost is $15 to pay for the materials, but scholarships are available. Contact Vicki at the parish office to register MILTON KNIGHT NEWS: Our Milton KC Steak Fry is Sunday, October 1 at Harold and Maureen Hanauska's home, 4816 E. Bingham Road, Milton. Festivities and fellowship will start at 2:00 p.m. with dinner at 4:00 p.m.. An 8-ounce ribeye with beverage, salad and dessert will be served. Please call the Hanauska's at by the evening of Sunday, September 24, so that we can get our meat order placed. Also let Harold or Maureen know if you can bring an appetizer, salad or dessert. Beverage and tableware will be provided. ST. MARY WOMEN S MINISTRY: All women of the parish are invited to our first meeting of the school year on September 20 at 6:00 p.m. at the Labyrinth at Edgerton Hospital. Drive all the way into the parking lot and the Labyrinth is on your right. At 7:00 p.m. we will head into Edgerton to eat at Two Brothers. Join us for an evening of faith, fellowship and fun!

9 THE SAINT MOTHER TERESA MERCY ENDOWMENT FUND : On September 5 we celebrated Saint Mother Teresa s feast day and marked the 20th anniversary of her death. You are invited to extend Saint Mother Teresa s spirit of charity with a gift to the Saint Mother Teresa Mercy Endowment Fund. Please consider a gift of $20 or more to mark this significant milestone. All contributions stay in our diocese and provide ongoing financial support to the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. To make a gift visit diocesemadisonfoundation.org or send a check to Catholic Diocese of Madison Foundation, 702 South High Point Road, Suite 223, Madison, WI September 14 November 16 St William Chapel 8:30 10:00 a.m. Each week, you will come to know a prophet from Scripture and learn how his message sheds light on our faith and our lives. In getting to know these messengers of God, we will read Scripture and the Catechism, while discussing thought- provoking questions. Plus, you will learn practical ways to apply the messages of the prophets in your own life. We will watch ten DVDs, one on each of the Prophets mentioned below. Each episode runs minutes. We are asking for a $10 donation to cover the cost of the study, but donation is not required to attend. Just stop in and join this exciting DVD series, everyone is welcome for all the showings or just the Prophets you are interested in. For questions please contact Barb Devine at or bdevine72@gmail.com. 1. (9-14) Introduction to the Prophets 2. (9-21)Hosea: Living God s Love Story 3. (9-28) Jonah: God s Reluctant Messenger 4. (10-5) Isaiah, Part 1: Prophet of Woe 5. (10-12) Isaiah, Part 2: Prophet of Consolation 6. (10-19) Jeremiah: The Broken- Hearted Prophet 7. (10-26) Ezekiel: God s Watchman on the Wall 8. (11-2) Daniel: Faithful to the End 9. (11-9) Haggai and Malachi: Messengers of Hope 10. (11-16) New Testament and Modern Prophets: Messengers of the New Covenant

10 Seeds for preschoolers and antsy kiddos (Kdg./1st) begins on Sunday, September 24 during the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Fr. Dave will call the children forward at the beginning of Mass. Family Ministry begins Sunday, September 17 from 10 11:30 a.m. following the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Youth Ministry begins Sunday, September 17. High school classes from 10-11:30 a.m. or 6 7:30 p.m. Middle School classes from 6-7:30 p.m. Two co-leaders are needed for sophomores (Confirmation), two for freshman, one for 8th grade and two for 7th grade. Post Confirmation begins Sunday, September 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. Come to set the schedule for the year. Elementary begins September 19/20 from 4-5:15 p.m. We are still seeking four co-leaders for Tuesday and another two co-leaders for Wednesday. Learning about the Faith is easy. Living the Faith We encourage families to participate in this year s theme through missionary work. No need to drive down to Houston or Florida or fly to Africa or third world countries. Make an effort this year to help those in need locally. I think Gavin was in the 5th grade when he shared his testimony of volunteering with his dad for the GIFTS Men s Shelter with the children in the Tuesday classes. Ashley will be a junior this year! She has come on Tuesdays to help with the Elementary program every day after school for the past four or five years! A.J., Ella, and the gang come to assist with the Community Action Thanksgiving baskets every year! We are many and one! What s your mission this week...

11 Today marks the 15th World Suicide Prevention Day, an initiative of the International Association for Suicide Prevention to join with others around the world who are working towards the common goal of preventing suicide. This whole month, in fact, is recognized as suicide prevention and awareness month across the U.S. Despite the growing understanding of the mental illness often behind suicide, there s still a stigma attached to it which can leave those left behind feeling quite alone in their loss, bewilderment, and grief. How does the Catholic Church view suicide? In the section on the Ten Commandments, the Catechism of the Catholic Church discusses acts against the respect for human life which violate the fifth commandment. Suicide is addressed in # The Church teaches that suicide is a sin against love of God, love of oneself and love of neighbor. On the other hand, the Church also recognizes that an individual s moral accountability for the act of suicide can be affected by mental illness. Grave psychological disturbances, anguish, or grave fear of hardship, suffering, or torture can diminish the responsibility of the one committing suicide (#2282). Like all mortal sins, the action must meet three conditions in order to cost someone their salvation: 1) it must be grave or serious matter; 2) the person must know it s wrong; and 3) they must intend to commit this action. In the case of suicide, a person may not have given full consent of the will. The Church makes no judgment about the individual s relationship with God. Only God can read the depths of our soul, to know how much we love Him and how responsible we are for our actions. This is why the Church offers these words of hope to family and friends of suicide victims: We should not despair of the eternal salvation of persons who have taken their own lives. By ways known to Him alone, God can provide the opportunity for salutary (meaning true or beneficial) repentance. The Church prays for persons who have taken their own lives (#2283). Taking one s own life is a serious matter. A natural response is to feel responsible that we did not do enough to prevent this tragedy. Yet we just don t know their final disposition, and so we don t consider them eternally lost but continue to pray for them and place all our trust in God s mercy. Having a Mass offered for the repose of their soul, for example, can be advantageous during this time of bereavement. Those who suffer from mental health problems should not bear this cross alone. As Christians, we need to encounter them, to understand them and to bear their burdens with them. This speaks to the theme of this year s World Suicide Prevention Day, Take a minute, change a life. That goes for those left behind, too. Through our prayers and loving concern, we can be instruments of God s healing grace for grieving loved ones. A helpful resource can be found in St. Mary s parish library (aka the Ark ) by Paul Quinnett, Ph.D. titled, Suicide: the Forever Decision, for those thinking about suicide and for those who know, love and counsel them. Paul Schultz

12 ST. JOSEPH PARISH DINNER AND RAFFLE NEWS UPDATE: STILL NEEDED: Number of Volunteers Needed Hours Bussers 4 11:00 1:30 Hall & kitchen cleanup (good opportunity for Confirmation service time) 5 1:15 3:00 The baskets, I believe, have all been brought in. There are baskets of many varieties. Thank you to all basket donation people. It really is great the participation you all have provided. The auction items also have been displayed. There are a couple more that we anticipate, but for the most part, it s SHOW TIME! COORDINATOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AT ST. JOSEPH: We are accepting resumes for the position of Coordinator of Religious Education here at our parish. If you love children and have strong desire to share and teach your faith to others, we need you. If you are interested in this position, please call the parish office ( ) for further information. ST. JOSEPH PARISH COUNCIL REPORT: The Parish Council reviewed options for getting more parishioners involved in different volunteering opportunities in our parish. We will promote the annual St. Joseph Stewardship Appeal this fall. Father Dave is working on getting parishioners to be stewards of the church. The Finance Committee presented the fiscal year report. The complete meeting minutes are available on the parish website. Thanks, Brian Timmerman It s been a very hectic last 3 or 4 weeks here, but this year s dinner/festival/ basket auction is ready for all of you to enjoy. The work Mary Ann has put into this event, besides all the extra work in her office at this time, is truly appreciated by me and St. Joseph s. HAVE FUN WITH THIS EVENT AND HELP MAKE IT THE BEST ONE YET. Thanks, Jon

13 ST. JOSEPH SILENT AUCTION BIDDING HAS BEGUN DON T MISS OUT! For the first time you have a chance to bid on silent auction items and to buy tickets for raffle baskets before our dinner on September 17. We have over 30 beautiful, fun, outstanding baskets and many valuable silent auction items now on display in the vestibule of the church. Feel free if you are going by the church to stop in and purchase a few raffle basket tickets, ($1.00 a ticket or 6 tickets for $5.00) or write down a bid, or just stop and get a preview of what is being offered this year. We'll be here to answer your questions or be of help if needed. Hope to see you soon. BAKE SALE AT ST. JOSEPH October 7 & 8: The Council of Catholic Women will sponsor a Bake Sale on October 7 & 8. Ladies please begin checking your recipes! Thank you for your support. Mary Syverson MERCY HEALTH AT HOME is looking for Hospice Volunteers: We Honor Veterans Performs a Military Pinning Ceremony to Honor and Thank Vets for their Service Music for the Heart Provides music therapy for Spiritual, Emotional, and Grief Support for Comfort to Patient and Family Visiting Patients Provides Companionship, Comfort and Loving Concern to Hospice Patients Pet Peace of Mind Provides Volunteer Pet Care services for patients who are unable to care for their pets while on Hospice Memory Pillows Sew memory pillows for bereaved families from their loved one s clothing To serve as a Hospice Volunteer, please contact Erika Shields at or eshields@ mh .org St. Joseph s Catholic Church of Edgerton, WI Parish Mission Statement Building a Welcoming Home of Worship, Stewardship, & Fellowship

14 PREGNANCY HELPLINE DIAPER DASH SEPTEMBER 23: An event you can get behind! The Pregnancy Helpline is hosting their third annual run/walk on Saturday morning, September 23 at McKee Farms Park. Funds raised support their Diaper Bank to provide free diapers to families in need. The DiaperDash is a fun event for the whole family! Run the 5K or Walk the 2 mile loop for just $20 a person, $50 per family and $100 for a group of 6 or more. New this year is a 50-yard Kids Dash with goodie bag! Diapers will be collected on race day with a prize for bringing the most diapers. Come out and support Dane County s only Diaper Bank. To register or volunteer for the event visit Questions? diaperbank@pregnancyhelpline. net. rosary to show our faith and honor the Blessed Mother on this 100th anniversary of the Fatima apparitions. The march begins from Holy Redeemer Parish (128 West Johnson Street). We will begin at 2:00 p.m. Father Eric Nielsen of the St. Paul University Catholic Center will lead us. The event consists of a march around the block followed by a short homily and Benediction of the Holy Eucharist. Lunch will follow. All are welcome! MADISON ROSARY MARCH: On Sunday, October 1st, 2017 we will set out on the Madison Rosary March, a tradition in this diocese for over 40 years! Join us in the month of the

15 October 14th Rosary Rally ROSARY RALLY AT ST. MARY, MILTON: Join us on Saturday, October 14 as we gather for a Rosary Rally to honor the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady s Fatima Message. The Rally will begin at noon in the north parking lot by the Mary statue at St. Mary, Milton. We will be joined by thousands of cities throughout the US. As we all know, the United States in in great need of public prayer, repentance and conversion. We must ask God to save America through the rosary of His Most Holy Mother.

16 Sunday, October 15 Dinner and Drawings Red Early Return Bonus Tickets: By selling a whole book of raffle tickets, you are eligible to enter the drawing. The first drawing for $100 is Sunday, September 24, so turn in your raffle money and red bonus ticket now! Mini Raffles: Any and all items are most welcome again this year. Our popular theme baskets are very well received. Samples and sign-up sheets are located in the gathering space. Calendar Raffle: In place of the 5K Run / Trick or Treat Trot, this year we are holding a Calendar Raffle! More information available in coming weeks!! Harvest Festival Sponsorship: As in the past, we are asking for sponsors for our Harvest Festival. Whether you own a business, your employer would like to sponsor or you would like to sponsor as an individual or family. $100 Donation: Your business or family name will be posted at church; you are listed as a Festival Sponsor in our weekly bulletin and online and your information will be printed on the placemats and displayed in a table top holder at the Festival dinner. $150 Donation: Your business or family name will receive all of the above plus you will be listed on the Calendar Raffle for year-round advertising! Country Store: Keep working on your craft projects to donate to the Country Store! Remember canned goods and fresh vegetables are always great sellers so consider donating these items as well! Bart s Auto Repair Beatrice Steely The Diamond Center First Community Bank Harbor Recreation, Inc McCarthy Law Office, LLC Oren s Auto Body & Carwash R&W Heating & Cooling

17 ST. AUGUSTINE, FOOTVILLE: come to Footville on Sunday, September 10 from 11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for their annual Fall Festival and Buffet Dinner. Cost for adults: $11, children age 5-12: $5, preschoolers free. Arts & Crafts, Candy/Bake Sale, Children s Games, Cake Walk, Afghan/Quilt Raffle, 50/50 Raffle. Wisconsin s best brews and barbeque! Join us Friday, September 22, at the Delbrook Golf Course (700 2 nd Street, Delavan). 11:30--Lunch/Registration; 1:00 Shotgun Golf Start; 5:00 Barbeque. Not a golfer? Come for the barbeque! Visit lifeonthelinks to register, or call GIFTS MEN S SHELTER GOLF OUTING: Saturday, September 16 at Prairie Woods, Avalon. 1:00 p.m. Shot Gun start, 18 hole scramble. 6:00 p.m. dinner, awards, raffles, $100 per golfer. Registration deadline is September 6. Call Penny at to register NATIVITY OF MARY FARMER S MARKET AND TASTE: Sunday, September 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. come to 313 E Wall Street, Janesville for breakfast dishes, lunch items, delicious bread, homemade pies, live auction, raffle craft items, entertainment and kids activities. Special THANK YOU to parishioners Gail & John Nordlof for the donation of altar wine at St. Mary Parish. Northleaf Winery, LLC 232 S Janesville Street Milton Wisconsin fax info@northleafwinery.com LIFE ON THE LINKS GOLF OUTING AND BARBEQUE: This event is about much more than golf; it s about raising funds for the Wisconsin Right to Life Veritas Society as well as about celebrating our life-saving work over

18 To the People of St. Mary Parish: I have been impressed with the Ark Library and all the wonderful resources that are lining the shelves of that room. I hope people are using those resources as they deepen their faith life. I would like to add another element to that lending library: films. As most of you know I have a strong love of film and every so often people will ask me to recommend films that would be viewable for families. So I will begin to put movies in the library that I have found over the years to be quality family entertainment. I will also put films in there that are faith-based and inspirational. Periodically I will list in the bulletin new titles that I have come upon and plan to add to the collection. To start off, I would like to inform you of the films that I will be placing in the lending library this week: WE BOUGHT A ZOO: Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson. This film is based on a true story. When a newspaper writer gives up a lucrative job in order to take over a small zoo out in the country, he and his children embark on a fresh beginning. Fun for all ages rating PG. EMPIRE OF THE SUN: directed by Steven Spielberg. This is an inspiring action packed epic of a small boy in a great war. The boy is Jim Graham, a young Briton with an unquenchable spirit that soars high and free above the harsh confines of a Japanese internment camp during World War II. Rated PG THE PASSION OF CHRIST: Mel Gibson's revered film about the last twelve hours of Christ's life. R rated THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION: Starring Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins this film based on a Stephen King story chronicles convicts in the Shawshank State Prison. R rated THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ST. MATTHEW: The Pier Paolo Pasolini classic film is a gripping depiction of the life of Jesus Christ. This film departs from the traditional Hollywood epics. Pasolini's documentary style filming captures Christ's life with an impassioned soundtrack including the music of Bach and Mozart Not rated. Continued...

19 RISEN : Joseph Fiennes stars in this epic biblical story of the Resurrection of Christ told through the eyes of a non-believer Clavius, a powerful Roman military tribune. PG-13 ROMERO: Raul Julia stars in this moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador. This Archbishop made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his country. PG-13 Fr. Dave ADULT CATHOLIC SPIRIT CLUB: Wow! Where did the summer go? Time to greet old friends at our next meeting on Wednesday, September 13 at noon at St. John Vianney Marian Hall. A potluck dinner will be served and you are asked to bring a dish to share, along with your own table service. Our opening program will feature Father Brian Dulli, who will address the topic of Human Trafficking. Some studies have shown that the State of Wisconsin ranks high in human trafficking. This is shocking and something we all shold be concerned about. Blood pressure screenings will be available from 11:30 a.m. to noon. Look forward to seeing everyone. For more information, call Ginny at MEN: Join TMI (That Man Is You) this fall for breakfast, the Catholicism video series and small group discussion. St. John Vianney, Marian Hall, Wednesday mornings beginning September 13 from 5:30-7:00 a.m. For more information, Contact Rick Cummings at teamcummings@yahoo.com or Mark Lessner at lessnermark@aol.com WOMEN S SCRIPTURE STUDY: St. John Vianney will resume their scripture study on Wednesday, September 13 at 9:00 a.m. in Marian Hall and welcome women from all parishes to join us for our weekly one hour reflections on the coming Sunday readings. Our goal is to look at the historical event described in the Old Testament first reading and the New Testament Gospel reading and ask ourselves, What does that mean to me today? Please take this opportunity to open the scriptures within a community of like-minded women. Everyone is welcome regardless of how much or how little you consider yourself to know about our scriptures. We don t attempt to leave you with answers, but hopefully leave you with questions. It s a great opportunity to meet other women, gain new friends and have a cup of coffee. We will supply what you need. Hope to see you!

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