Welcome To GOOD SHEPHERD Catholic Church Menomonee Falls, WI (A Member of the Menomonee Falls Cluster Parishes) ~ Good Shepherd, St. James & St. Mary ~ Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 26, 2010 Parish Life This Week Monday, September 27 9:00am Keep Warm Quilters begin 6:00pm Guest House Shelter Tuesday, September 28 9:00am Liturgy In Thanksgiving 1:00pm Faith Sharing Group 7:00pm Reader s Preparation Wednesday, September 29 9:00am Bible and More 5:30pm RCIA 7:00pm Men s Group 6:00pm Guest House Shelter Thursday, September 30 10:30am Liturgy Alice Vink (at MFHCC) 10:00am Centering Prayer 6:00pm 1st Reconciliation Preparation Friday, October 1 9:00am Liturgy Catherine Burant Saturday, October 2 Blood Pressures in Chapel after Mass 8:30am Children s Choir Rehearsal 4:30pm Liturgy Albert Bertolas "Abraham replied, 'My child, remember that you received what was good during your lifetime while Lazarus likewise received what was bad; but now he is comforted here, whereas you are tormented.'" - Lk 16:25 Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass 2001, 1998, 1970 CCD. Sunday, October 3 Blood Pressures in Chapel after Masses Listen to the Lord 8:30am & 11:00am 8:30am Liturgy Dorothy & Jim Coloso 8:30am Rite of Welcoming 9:45am In the Spotlight 11:00am Liturgy For the Parish 12:00pm 1st Reconciliation Preparation Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Upcoming Events Grief Support Group Rosary Devotions Central America Group Pastoral Care Commission OUR MISSION STATEMENT Good Shepherd is a Christian, caring community, nourished by a joyful spirit-filled liturgy that inspires our daily lives. We strive to welcome, accept and love all people as they are, and through our ministries reach out with active concern to those in need.
Her Stories, Our Stories Sr. Joann Julka, SSSF Born into Community Like the first followers of Jesus, and every one since, we each hear the call, Come, follow me. It may come in our youth or when we re older or several times in the course of a lifetime. A trusted friend, teacher or mentor may suggest the possibility! However we experience it, each call, every vocation is unique in some ways and similar in others. We may be called to serve God and God s people as a married couple, a single person, an ordained man or as a vowed religious. The various expressions of the calls to serve are many, but the substance the very heart of the call - is the same. On whichever path God invites us to walk, we are all asked to partner with God in furthering God s reign on earth. This weekend we are celebrating a special milestone in one person s unique and special response to God s call S. Joann Julka s 45 th anniversary as a professed religious in the community of the School Sister of St. Francis. I asked S. Joann a few questions to learn a bit more about her story & her call: How did you experience God s call to religious life early on? As I often say, I was born in community as a twin! I had Franciscan sisters (SSSF) for grade school. I was impressed by my teachers, many of whom were great educators. And there was something mysterious about the sisters. There was a spirit of generosity about them. It was the same spirit people saw in my Dad who was always ready to help others. And people used to say of me, that I was my father s daughter. What about being a vowed religious has brought you great joy? Being in a community of dedicated women religious, having the support and friendship of so many has brought me great joy as have the great celebrations we have! It was a joy and a blessing to have such a good education and formation to nurture my mind and spirit! Both the community and I were so ready for Vatican II with the much needed changes it called for including liturgical changes - and the call to be a prophetic people. What do religious communities have to offer to the church and the world today? One Alverno College s past presidents and my advisor, S. Joel Read, once said that Women religious communities form one of the largest unions in the world. Standing together, we can make a difference. In this day and age, religious communities are called to be prophetic institutions following in the footsteps of Jesus. Our lifestyle is counter cultural, which in and of itself is prophetic. And what is it about the Franciscan way of following Christ that is most important to you? Living simply. Sharing over half of my income with the community gives me a sense of security and a renewed dedication to living the gospel faithfully and effectively in this day and age. Article by Jane Clare Ishiguro
September 26, 2010 Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Food Pantry Needs: Toilet paper, paper towels, canned goods Eternal Rest... Beverly J. Steffes was born into eternal life on September 19, 2010. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on September 23, 2010. Please remember her husband, Bob, family and friends in your prayers. Children s Choir for Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m. Mass All children (and youth) grades 3-9 and above who love to sing, are invited to be part of a choir for the 4:00 p.m. Christmas Eve liturgy, and, sing at the parish Lessons and Carols prayer service on Sunday, January 9, 4:00 p.m. If your son and/or daughter want to be part of the choir, please contact S. Joann at the parish office, 255-2035, or julkaj@archmil.org. Reminisce Ministry Our Reminisce Ministry is looking for a few volunteers to help guide older adults in sharing life stories at an adult day care center in Menomonee Falls. The group meets for about 45 minutes once or twice a month October through May. The seniors have fun and so will you. Training provided. Please call Barbara Finley at 262-255-3886. Just for KIDS Spotlight for Kids Stories of Creation for 1st - 5th graders September 26 and October 3, 9:45-10:45, Room 207 Karen Papador is our Storyteller Pre - Registration is NOT required. Living the Moral Life Retreats for Kids 1st and 2nd Grade Retreat October 16, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Daniels Hall Pre - Registration is required. 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Retreat October 30, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Daniels Hall Pre - Registration is required. Contact Lorrie Maples, 255-2035 x24 or maplesl@archmil.org for more information. RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA is the Catholic Church s catechumenal process of welcoming new members. It is our way to assist and accompany prospective Catholics on their journey to become full and active members of a community of believers. On Sunday, October 3, 2010, at the 8:30 Mass, Good Shepherd will celebrate the Rite of Welcoming (those baptized in another tradition or uncatechized Catholics) with Dana Bilello. Please welcome Dana and her family husband, Keith and daughters, Kylie, Kaelyn, and Kendal and encourage and support them on their journey of faith. Stand in Solidarity! October 10th is Solidarity for the LGBT community. Standing in solidarity with the oppressed is one of our Catholic Social Teachings. Wear a rainbow ribbon for our gay brothers and sisters who still suffer many forms of discrimination. We will have rainbow ribbons available for you in the Narthex prior to each mass on the weekend of October 9th/10th. Starting This Week: IN THE SPOTLIGHT!!! A Mini-Series on Cosmology Part I: September 26; Part II October 3 26th and 27th Sunday s in Ordinary Time Engaging a New Vision... Living the Realm of God in a Contemporary Spirit 9:45am 10:45am Sunday Mornings Childcare Available With Bernie DeBoer and Sr. Virginia Stone, BVM The kingdom of God that Jesus preached was known for its kind and generous spirit... Its compassion and healing its inclusiveness. The question before us in this age becomes one of discovering newer ways of thinking and being in order to expand this Reign of God in the Universe in light of what we are discovering and learning about on-going Creation. We invite you to join us in these two session to explore the big question of how we fit into this big picture. Bernie DeBoer is a Good Shepherd Parishioner, spiritual mentor, RN, seeker and pilgrim on a spiritual journey. Sr. Virginia Stone BVM is a Spiritual Director and Consultant, Retreat Facilitator and Educator.
Courtesy Corner Immigration Invitation SOUP WITH SUBSTANCE October 7th, 6pm (eat), 6:45pm (program begins) St William's Parish Hall, 440 N. Moreland Blvd., Waukesha, WI Program Topic: Immigration Reform through the Eyes of Catholic Social Teaching (A Conversation About Immigration) with S. Josephe Marie Flynn) RSVP: Mary, 262-547 2763,ext. 210 (by October 4th) SOAL (St. James Older Adult Learning) program begins on Friday, October 8, 2010 from 9 AM- 3:15 PM. This learning opportunity sharpens the mind, strengthens the body and enhances the spirit. It is for men and women 50 years of age or older. The cost is $20.00 per person for the 6 Fridays, including lunch, all at St. James Parish, W220 N6588 Townline Rd., Menomonee Falls. All are welcome. For a brochure, please call S. Carol Ann at 262-251- 0897 or scajaeger@archmil.org. Deadline is Monday, September 27. Pallium Lecture - Laughing with the Saints: Joy, Humor & Laughter in the Spiritual Life Thursday, October 21 7:00 p.m. Mount Mary College, Alumnae Dining Room Bergstrom Hall 2900 N Menomonee River Pkwy Enter Parking Lot off of 92nd St. Presenter: Rev. James Martin, SJ Opening Prayer led by Archbishop Listecki Reception to Follow Presentation No Cost No pre-registration needed The Pallium Lecture is a presentation selected by Archbishop Listecki to focus on catechetical formation and spiritual renewal. Rev. James Martin, SJ is culture editor of America, the national Catholic weekly and author of several books including My Life with the Saints. Fr. Martin will look at practical lessons we can learn from the Saints for our lives today. This evening is sponsored by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and is open to everyone. For more information contact Randy Nohl at nohlr@archmil.org or 414-758-2216. OBSERVING THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF NONVIOLENCE A Morning Retreat Presented by: Fr. Simon Harak S.J, Director, Marquette Center for Peacemaking Saturday, October 2nd, Chapel of the Holy Family Alumni Memorial Union Marquette Campus 9:00 am to 11:30 a.m. Free of charge! For more information: (414) 288-8445 www.marquette.edu/peacemaking Vocation Corner Who do you identify with the rich man or Lazarus? Choose to notice others and to reach out to those in need. Support those who serve the poor. (Luke 16:19-31) Readings for the Week of September 26, 2010 Sunday: Am 6:1a, 4-7/1 Tm 6:11-16/ Lk 16:19-31 Monday: Jb 1:6-22/Lk 9:46-50 Tuesday: Jb 3:1-3, 11-17, 20-23/Lk 9:51-56 Wed: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a/ Jn 1:47-51 Thursday: Jb 19:21-27/Lk 10:1-12 Friday: Jb 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5/Lk 10:13-16 Saturday: Jb 42:1-3, 5-6, 12-17/Mt 18:1-5, 10 Next Sun: Hb 1:2-3; 2:2-4/2 Tm 1:6-8, 13-14/ Lk 17:5-10 Good Shepherd Directory N88 W17658 Christman Road Menomonee Falls, WI 53051-2630 Parish Offices... (262) 255-2035 Courtesy/Hall Phones... (262) 255-2213 Fax... (262) 255-2020 Website... www.mygoodshepherd.org Pastoral Team Pastor... Kenneth Mich Deacon... Gene Christensen Deacon...Sandy Sites Pastoral Associate... Jane Clare Ishiguro Director, Administrative Services... Mark Steimle Director, Liturgy & Music...S. Joann Julka, SSSF Administrative Assistant... Marguerite Thompson Custodian... Jerry Podkowinski Liturgical Secretary... Gene Christensen Director, Child Ministry... Lorrie Maples Director, Youth Ministry... Suzanne Foster CF Administrative Assistant... Shari Rodriguez Coordinator of Time & Talent... Shari Rodriguez Pastoral Ministers:... Ann Castiglione Pastoral Care Coordinator... Cheryl Matusiak Pastoral Council Jeff Bloedorn... Chairperson Tom Moran... Vice Chairperson Julie Nolan... Secretary Marty Hassenfelt... Trustee Treasurer Bob Wachowiak... Trustee Secretary Erin Birschbach, Tom Dueppen, Janet Dunn, Beth Gonstead, Steven Grieb, Mary Oswald, Patrick Taugher, Joseph Goveas, Gigi Rentmeester, Tony Witkus. Staff Email Parish Office... goodshepherd@gdinet.com Ann Castiglione... castiglionea@archmil.org Gene Christensen... christenseng@archmil.org Suzanne Foster... sfoster@archmil.org Jane Clare Ishiguro... ishiguroj@archmil.org S. Joann Julka, SSSF... julkaj@archmil.org Lorrie Maples... maplesl@archmil.org Cheryl Matusiak... matusiakc@archmil.org Kenneth Mich... michk@archmil.org Shari Rodriguez... srodriguez@archmil.org Sandy Sites... sitess@archmil.org Mark Steimle... steimlem@archmil.org Marguerite Thompson... margueritet@archmil.org For the Hard of Hearing Hearing Assisted Devices available for celebrations and services, see usher for assistance. Liturgy Schedule Weekend: Saturday 4:30 pm; Sunday 8:30 am & 11:00 am Childcare (4 & under) during Sunday liturgies in Rm. 219. Sunday 11:00 am liturgy signed for the deaf. Weekday: Tuesday & Friday 9:00 am; Thursday 10:30 am (at MFHCC, Tamarack, or Northfield Manor); 1st Tuesday 9:00 am (at Messner Manor) Sacraments Reconciliation: Communal services held in Advent & Lent. Individual confession by appointment with the pastor. Marriage: Preparation begins by calling the pastor no later than 6 months prior to the planned date. Children s Baptism: Call the parish to register. Next celebrations are: November 6/7 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults RCIA is a time to consider full membership into the Catholic Faith. Call our office for more information. Adult Confirmation Call our office if you wish to be confirmed. Membership Families or individuals over 17 are invited to join our Faith Community! Call the Parish offices.
Join Us in Silent Prayer Be still and know that I am God. Take time in quiet prayer to become aware of God s presence. That is what we do in Centering Prayer each Thursday. Centering Prayer is a prayer of silence to help us to be aware of God during our time of prayer so that we can be more aware of God s presence in the rest of our day in the midst of our busy lives. We spend twenty minutes in silent prayer and then reflect on a Scripture passage, a tape or video. If you would like a quiet, prayerful experience, join us on Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. in Room 200. For more information, please contact Mary Ann Erdtmann, 414-8740. 2010 SOA Peace Vigil Dedicated and compassionate peacemakers are making travel plans to attend the SOA Vigil at Fort Benning. the weekend of November 19 21 st. This year marks the 30 th anniversary of Archbishop Romero and of the four churchwomen in El Salvador murdered by soldiers trained at the SOA. For more information: call Barb Messerknecht 262-255 2062 or Joyce Ellwanger 414 933 6157. Immigration Corner Good Shepherd Immigration Study Group (GSISG) "You are invited" Voces de la Frontera has invited Good Shepherd Parish to lead a prayer service to support immigrants and immigrant families. The Good Shepherd Immigration Study Group will lead the prayer Service at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1236 Layton Blvd October 6th @ 6:30pm Please join us (carpool) For more information: Barb Messerknecht 262-255 2062 Pastoral Council Agenda for Monday, October 4, 2010 General Items 1. Welcome 2. Opening Prayer Janet Dunn 3. Approval of Minutes: September 2010 4. Monthly Reports Action Items Approval of Constitution and By-laws from September Changes/updates Review and Update of Parish Policies FIOF Expenditure Requests Pre-Mass warm-ups Pastoral Council member volunteers for October 23/24 Volunteer to serve as an alternate to Pastoral Care. Discussion Items Ears of the Parish Booth discussion on future approach - update the process Parish program/theme discussion in terms of what input the council would have for Good Shepherd Today and Tomorrow. HOPE Network s Drop-off Location Will Change October 1st! Special thanks to all of the individuals who donated clothing and baby items to HOPE Network! Unfortunately, our tiny office is unable to accommodate all of the donated items. Effective October 1 st, HOPE Network will move the drop-off location for donations from our office upstairs in Room 201 in Good Shepherd to the Northwest Trading Post located at Holy Cross Lutheran Church just a few miles from our office. This change will take a costly and time consuming step out of the donation process by bringing the items directly to the organization that distributes to families in need. Please be assured your donations will continue to go to families HOPE Network serves. The only change in the process is the location. All donations are tax-deductible and receipts are available. Great news there are no steps to climb! Your items can be taken to the Northwest Trading Post located in Holy Cross Lutheran Church here in Menomonee Falls. The Northwest Trading Post (co-sponsored by HOPE Network) is open the 3 rd Monday of each month and distributes FREE clothing and baby items to families in need. Used clothing is free with a donation of one or two non-perishable food item(s) for the local food pantry. Donation Location Northwest Trading Post Holy Cross Lutheran Church W156 N8131 Pilgrim Road (just south of Appleton Ave., on Pilgrim Road) Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 Contacts: Pat Luther and Lois Heider 262-251-2963 Donation Hours Wednesdays and Thursdays 8:00 am 5:00 pm. Drop off donations in the vestibule (located at the southwest corner of building). Tax Deductible receipts are located in file in the vestibule. Please do not drop off items at main/office entrance.