2947 Thinnes Street, Cross Plains, WI 53528

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1 Welcome to St. Francis Xavier We are happy you decided to worship with us. If you are visiting just for today, we pray that God will be with you on your journey. If you are seeking a church home, we would be happy to welcome you into our Parish community. Please contact the Parish Office or visit our website. Watch carefully then how you live, not as foolish persons but as wise EPHESIANS 5:15 A wise person recognizes that all we have and all we are comes from God. A wise person thanks God continually throughout the day for all His many blessings. A wise person realizes that God has blessed us for a reason and that He wants us to help Him build His kingdom of earth. Sacraments Baptism Baptisms and preparation sessions may be scheduled by calling Stacey Eslinger at Marriage Arrangements should be made with the Parish Office six months prior to date. Reconciliation Saturdays at 4 pm or by appointment August 19, 2018 Mass Intentions We have openings for Masses in Please contact the Parish Office at to schedule a Mass for your loved one. Our Ministry of Music Check out the flyer for more information on how to get involved! A second intention may be added on Tuesday 5pm and Saturday 5pm masses Thinnes Street, Cross Plains, WI 53528

2 Parish Liturgical Celebrations Weekday Rosary at 8:00 a.m. Monday, August 20, 2018 Tuesday, August 21, :00 pm Deceased Members of Robert & Theresa Brunner Edward Acker Wednesday, August 22, :15 am Beth Berge Thursday, August 23, :15 am William Bula Friday, August 24, :15 am Elvira Sarbacker Saturday, August 25, :00 pm Frederick & Bertha Festge Jonathan Bahr Sunday, August 26, :30 am SFX 10:30 am Roman & Bernadette Boehnen Contact Us Eucharistic Adoration 1:00 pm 7:30 pm, Tuesday Parish Office Hours Mon.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Office is closed on Fridays (608) fax (608) Pastor, Fr. Thomas L. Kelley (608) Minister Of Pastoral Care, Cheryl Chamberlain (608) Director of Stewardship, Stacey Eslinger (608) Director of Worship, Josephine Cowen (608) School Principal, Robert Abshire (608) Religious Education Director of Faith Formation, Natasha Virnig, (608) Middle School Leader, Jim Beall The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time We can easily feel obligated to attend a party, wedding, or other event that we find ourselves invited to as a guest. If we want to go, then we get dressed up and rush off with anticipation of fun and good times with friends. If we dread going, we get ourselves together slowly and arrive late, hoping that the event will not be so long and we can then get on with the rest of our day. The difference in our feelings may have to do with many aspects: the host, the attendees, the reason for celebration, or even the venue. Either way, the invitation has been given to us because someone feels that our presence would make a positive difference. Our response is entirely our own. We decide how we will answer the invitation. Every Sunday, every day in fact, you and I have received an invitation to a banquet more celebratory and grander than any wedding or birthday party. The host is actually Jesus Christ himself, and he has prepared a feast that promises to satisfy. He has prepared for this event by giving all he has to give. No host has ever been more gracious. His hope is that you will be happy to attend for your presence does make a tremendous difference. Would he invite you if attending made no difference at all? Will you RSVP with a sense of joy and anticipation? If this is just another invite that obligates you and you approach the event with indifference, the host wonders if you really comprehend what he went through to make this meal possible. He also wonders if you really understand what is truly being celebrated. Stewardship of Treasure Thank You! July 30, 2018-August 5, 2018 Weekly Weekly Weekly Income Budget Over (Short) Offertory Income $11, $18, (-$6,797.80) If you are interested in submitting your regular contributions by electronic transfer, or need to make a change in your financial support, please contact Denise at the Parish Office , ext 112. Wedding Congratulations to Jacob Janssen and Casey Alf who were united in Marriage here at St. Francis Xavier on August 11, St. Francis Xavier Cross Plains, WI

3 Religious Education School News Catechists Needed! Interested in helping the children of our Parish grow? The Religious Education program is currently seeking catechists for the school year. This is a great opportunity for those who like to work with children and have a desire to pass their faith on to our youth. No experience necessary. You will be provided all the tools needed to be successful. Prayerfully consider this opportunity. If interested in teaching either elementary or high school, please contact Natasha Virnig or Jim Beall in the church office at Registration Packets Due Registration Packets should now be completed and sent in to the office for the Religious Education School year. Classes will start Sunday, September 9, 2018 from 9:00am-10:20am ending after 10:30 Mass. Back-to-School Shopping? Pay with Scrip! When you shop with scrip, St. Francis Xavier Church and School earn money which is used for school and religious education programming. And, it doesn t cost you a thing! Just make your regular purchases using scrip gift cards from a wide variety of retailers, instead of paying with cash or credit card. A percentage of your purchase will be automatically donated back to St. Francis Xavier! We have scrip for all your favorite stores! Target Shopko Wal-Mart Kohl s Old Navy JC Penney Michael s Amazon Barnes & Nobles Gap Now Available! St. Francis Xavier Football Craze Sweepstakes Tickets This is an all Parish fundraiser. We are asking that parishioners purchase or sell 6 sweepstakes tickets. Tickets will be available now through September at all Masses and at the Parish Office. Tickets can be returned after Masses or to the Parish office. This sweepstakes is a lot of fun and runs the duration of the 17 weeks of the NFL season. Weekly cash prizes will be awarded to the holders of the winning tickets. For questions or additional tickets, please contact: Peter Wolf , or Tom Murphy Or contact through sweepstakes@sfxcrossplains.org for purchase of tickets. 3 The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

4 Upcoming Events End of Summer Family Festival Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish-St. Patrick Church in Lodi is holding an End of Summer Family Festival on Sunday August 26, This replaces the previously held September festival. A home-cooked Swiss Steak and Ham Dinner will be served from 11am-4pm. There will be live music, a magician, children s games, brats and hotdogs, soda and beer and more! Please visit for more information. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Discover God s plan for your marriage by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on Sept. 7-9 in Geneva, IL; Oct in Brookfield, WI or Nov in Rockford, IL. Visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) Edgewood High School still Enrolling! Edgewood High School is still enrolling for the school year! EHS offers unparalleled academics, accessible athletics opportunities and the chance to express yourself through the arts. Starting on your first day, Edgewood provides a customized program for all new freshmen, easing the transition to high school. Plus, Edgewood teaches what truly matters compassion for others and the importance of community and serving others. This is truly the heart of the Edgewood experience. Learn more at edgewoodhs.org/admissions or call our Admissions Office at , x134. Our Parish News Ushers Needed! Are you a friendly and outgoing person? Do you like to be of service to others? Are you looking for a way to be more active in our parish community? If so, how about becoming an usher for our weekend liturgies here at St. Francis Xavier! This is such an important ministry in our parish and the Church, at large, because Christian hospitality draws people together, opens them up to participation, and sets a positive and uplifting tone for the liturgy. This ministry is open to both men and women. Please contact Josephine Cowen at either or Josephine.Cowen@sfxcrossplains.org, to find out how you can join this vital parish ministry! High School Youth Group Planning Night We are hoping to re-establish a High School Youth Ministry program at St. Francis Xavier and are looking for any High School age student who would like to help plan youth events for the upcoming school year. Any interested High School Students, plan on attending the meeting on August 7:00 pm in the Hospitality room. Please contact Jim Beall at or jim.beall@sfxcrossplains.org for more information. August Grief Support at Agrace Two grief support opportunities will be open to the community at: Agrace Grief Support Center 2906 Marketplace Drive, Fitchburg. No cost for people whose family member had hospice care in the past 12 months. Bridges Grief Support Group for adults. No pre-registration is needed. Meets Wednesdays, alternating by week between morning and evening sessions. Family Grief Support Program for families with children aged 5 to 18. Meets every other Tuesday, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.; dinner is included. Pre-registration is required. Visit agrace.org/griefgroups Readings for the Week of August 19, 2018 Sunday: Prv 9:1-6/Ps 34:2-3, 10-11, 12-13, [9a]/Eph 5:15-20/Jn 6:51-58 Monday: Ez 24:15-24/Dt 32:18-19, 20, 21 [cf. 18a]/Mt 19:16-22 Tuesday: Ez 28:1-10/Dt 32:26-27ab, 27cd-28, 30, 35cd-36ab [39c]/Mt 19:23-30 Wednesday: Ez 34:1-11/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 [1]/Mt 20:1-16 Thursday: Ez 36:23-28/Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, [Ez 36:25]/Mt 22:1-14 Friday: Rv 21:9b-14/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, [12]/Jn 1:45-51 Saturday: Ez 43:1-7ab/Ps 85:9ab and 10, 11-12, [cf. 10b]/Mt 23:1-12 Next Sunday: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Ps 34:2-3, 16-17, 18-19, 20-21, [9a]/ Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32/Jn 6: August 19, 2018

5 Liturgical Roles August 25 & 26 Facility Schedule August 19 August 26 Ministry 5:00 pm 8:30 am 10:30 am Ushers Wayne Esser Pat Acker Francis Gorst John Reuter Dennis Conohan Larry Esser Tom Lauber Sun Mon 11:30am-3:00pm Catholic Financial Life Fellowship Hall Lector/ Commentator Altar Servers Tim Statz Jim Caya Payton Kirchstein Knights of Columbus Sue Pulvermacher- Alt Allan Alt Danny Johnson Server Needed! Tolu Sanabria Peggy Eller Chase Hoffman Vincent Hoffman Tues Wed 1:00pm-7:30pm Adoration Church 6:00pm-7:00pm RE Committee Meeting St. Rose Room Musicians Jane & SFX Singers Adult Choir Josephine Thurs Sacristan Cheryl Chamberlain Alice McGinnis Tolu Sanabria Fri Eucharistic Ministers Laura Wenman Cheryl Chamberlain Pat/Kathy Acker Dick Zwettler Carol Zwettler Alice McGinnis Pat Andreoni Tolu Sanabria Sub Needed Sat Wedding Reception Fellowship Hall Gift Presenter Dave/Kelly Ziegler Dave Michlig Gift Bearer Needed! Sun 11:30am-12:30pm Baptism after Mass Church MADISON MIDDLETON OREGON LODI STOUGHTON CROSS PLAINS FITCHBURG SAEMAN LUMBER CO. Since 1876 LUMBER BUILDING MATERIALS LANDSCAPE TIMBERS DOORS CABINETS WINDOWS ROOFING PAINT MARKET CROSS PLAINS DUMPSTER SERVICE For All Your Waste Removal Needs WE RECYCLE CONSTRUCTION REMODELING ROOFING MATERIALS (608) Greg & Marisa Meylor, Owners Call LPi today for advertising info (800) P.O. Box Park St., Cross Plains MP Residential Replacements Commercial 24 Hr. Service (608) Highway 14 Black Earth, WI modernheatinginc.com Wisconsin Contact Jim Braun to place an ad today! or (800) x2446 CatholicMatch.com/WI Ken Wagner, President 6989 Schneider Rd., Middleton, WI Ofc: Cell: For ad info. call St. Francis Xavier, Cross Plains, WI. B 4C

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