St. John the Baptist Parish Plymouth October 1, 2017 Dear Parishioners: Well, we had our first 6:00 p.m. Sunday Mass at St. John the Baptist last weekend. It was mostly high school faith formation students and parents, with a handful of other parishioners. And it was good, if I do say so, myself! The student choral group led the singing, and they did a fantastic job! Thank you, Amanda Krueger, Mady Straub, Erica Birenbaum, Anna Brink, Sarah Birenbaum, Elizabeth Krueger, and Olivia Straub. And Denise Dimmer, the accompanist. (We need to work on attracting some bass and tenor voices into the mix!) We still have to tighten up the server schedule for this Mass no one showed. (It s amazing, how dependent one comes to be on servers to do all the little things that need to be done at various points in the Mass.) But it was good prayer. One of the measures of the goodness of prayer is its effectiveness. And I am absolutely convinced that there was a lot of good prayer going on, because when I left the rectory at St. Thomas Aquinas at 5:00 p.m. to get down to SJB, it was half-time; and from my vantage point, it looked like the Packers were in a world of hurt! They were down, 21 7, with too many of the anchors on offense and defense hobbled by injuries to allow for much hope that they could bounce back in the second half. Even the fans at Lambeau were uncharacteristically giving voice to their chagrin as the first half wound down. Once in Church, my attention was taken up by many little things, and I forgot about the disaster looming sixty miles to our north. As the flow of high schoolers and their families started to pick up as 6:00 p.m. drew nigh, I didn t hear any Packer chatter, so I didn t think of asking anyone for an up-date. Even if I had, it probably would have still been only late-third/early-fourth quarter news, which still wasn t all that encouraging. (Frankly, I m surprised that someone didn t have the game on in Church via i-pad or cell phone.... W ho am I kidding? I m sure it was on. People did an amazing job of controlling their reactions to the game s changing tide.) By the time I got over to my office after Mass, it was a few minutes past 7:00. I went to my computer and googled Packers-Bengals game and got the news that the Packers had won in overtime, 27-24! (Having watched the Bears beat the Steelers 23-17 in overtime while waiting for the Packers game to come on, I was current on NFL overtime protocol, so I was sure I missed a hand-wringing, teeth-clenching, hair-pulling drama. Drat!!!) But how s that for a demonstration of the power of prayer? The Packers have only one more game with a scheduled 3:25 kick-off: next Sunday against the Cowboys. And wouldn t you know, next Sunday is when we have our next 6:00p.m. Mass! Hmmmm... maybe I can get Fr, V an Beek to... Just kidding! If the high schoolers can be here for Mass, so can I. (Besides, my doctor did tell me to watch my blood pressure, so maybe restricting my diet of Packer football could be good for my health!) So, Come, Kids! Go, Pack! Father Phil October is Respect Life Month, Pray a Rosary for Life in Church The Pope s Prayer Intention for October 2017 Workers and the Unemployed That all workers may receive respect and protection of their rights, and that the unemployed may receive the opportunity to contribute to the common good. Welcome to the Newest Member of our Catholic Faith Family Baptized, October 1, 2017 Deanna Lynn Schwaller Daughter of Amy Schwaller May Deanna, and her family, enjoy the blessings of the sacrament and continue in God s love throughout their lives. Saturday, October 7 at 3:30pm * Rosary guides are available at the main church entrance.* OCTOBER ROSARY FOR LIFE SPECIAL PRAYER INTENTION is for all of us here on earth to be treated with dignity and respect from conception until natural death. A Prayer for Life Composed by Reverend James P. Moroney Father and maker of all, you adorn all creation with splendor and beauty, and fashion human lives in your image and likeness. Awaken in every heart reverence for the work of your hands, and renew among your people a readiness to nurture and sustain your precious gift of life. Amen SPECIAL FALL CEMETERY REMINDER St. John the Baptist Cemetery fall cleaning begins October 23. Please remove EVERYTHING you would like to save PRIOR to October 23. During the cleaning process cemetery staff will remove and discard any remaining decorations. All plantings will be trimmed flush to the ground. The winter decorating period will begin November 12. Thank you for your help.
26th Sunday of Ordinary Time Plymouth October 1, 2017 We Remember At 9:30 Mass on November 5, 2017 we will remember those whose funerals were offered at St. John the Baptist this past year. (Nov.1, 2016 - Oct. 31, 2017) We would also like to remember those family members of parishioners whose funerals were offered elsewhere. Please either call or email your name and contact information, along with the name of your loved one to the parish office by October 31. sjbparish@sjbplymouth.org or 920-892-4006. Our deceased loved ones names will be read during Mass and a candle lit in their honor. All are invited to gather for refreshments in the church hall following Mass. Friends are Blessings Offering fellowship for those who have lost a spouse. We are going to Millhome in Kiel on Saturday, October 7 at 5:30pm. If would like to join us please give me a call by Tuesday, October 3 so I can make reservations. We meet in the back of church after the 4:00pm Mass. Hope you can join us on the 7th. Maureen Bruegger 892-4195 ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST SUPER RAFFLE St. John the Baptist Blessing of the Animals in Honor of St. Frances of Assisi Led by Father Phil Friday, October 6 at 2:00 pm in the School Playground Parking Lot All friendly pets, leashed or in a carrier are welcome to attend. If you would like to join us but are unable to bring your pet, you are welcome to bring a photograph of your pet so they can be included in the blessing. Please come prepared to clean up after your pet. Thanks! Grand Prize $10,000 Our annual fundraiser for the maintenance of our buildings and grounds is right around the corner. Please pick up your tickets in the church vestibule after next weekend Masses. Tickets for school families will be sent home with students. OPEN ADULT VOLLEYBALL INVITATION TO ALL ADULTS Starting Wednesday, October 4th from 7:00-9:00pm in the School Gym Please come and join us Wednesday evenings for fun & exercise in pick-up games of volleyball. It s a chance to have some fun & meet new people. (Adults only please) SJB Christian Women Craft Fair 2017 ~ November 4, 2017 Craft Fair Lead Volunteer Needed We need a Volunteer (co-chair) to help Karey Scott with the craft fair. Please call Pat Kulow @ 920-893-8997 or Karey Scott @ 920-876-2917to shadow the job duties this year. Thank you. It s That Time Again Christian Women s Craft Fair Saturday, November 4. We need your help! The silent auction is in dire need of big ticket donations such as tickets to Packer, Brewer or Bucks games, spa visits and vacation stays at area lakes or resorts. If you have donations for the silent auction call Kathi Wagner, 920-917-8506, to arrange for pickup or delivery of the items. Other donated items needed are children s toys & games and items for men. All donations should be new, good as new and never opened and within expiration date guidelines if cosmetic or food items. Please be specific about whether you intend the items to be used in raffle baskets or as silent auction items. Parish members can also create a basket to donate for the raffle or silent auction or volunteer to help put together baskets. For donations or to volunteer, or if you have items and questions about their suitability and to arrange for pickup or delivery of the items for the raffle baskets call Nancy Jusky, 920-892-4729,. Please call Nancy or Kathi with your donations by October 25. Do NOT drop off donations at the Parish office. Adult and Student Volunteers Needed Please call Pat Kulow @ 920-893-8997 if you can help. Friday, November 3 rd, 3-8pm (5 people needed) Set-up tables and chairs and help vendors carry in their wares. Pizza will be served to workers at 4:30pm. Saturday, November 4th Lunch Service 10am-2pm (10 people) Serve the vendors their lunches. Take-Down 2:30-4:00pm (11 people) Take down the tables and chairs and put the cafeteria in ready condition for school on Monday morning. Help the vendors carry their wares back to their cars. Students: Grades 8 th through 11 th Earn your Community hours for Confirmation. Adults: We would welcome your help for all of the job duties listed above.
St. John the Baptist Plymouth October 1, 2017 Mass Schedule and Intentions The Week at St. John the Baptist SJB - St. John the Baptist STA - St. Thomas Aquinas, Elkhart Lake October 1-8, 2017 Saturday, September 30 4:00pm SJB Ambrose Mueller 4:00pm SJB Norman Marty 5:30pm STA For the people of St. Thomas Aquinas Sunday, October 1 8:00am STA Georgian Nottling 8:00am STA Claude Meyers 9:30am SJB For the people of St. John the Baptist Monday, October 2 8:00am SJB Herbert and Evangeline Wirtz 8:00am SJB Robert Atkinson Tuesday, October 3 8:00am SJB Alfons and Eunice Friederichs 8:00am SJB Deceased Members of the Robert and Margaret O Reilly Family Wednesday, October 4 8:00am STA For the people of St. Thomas Aquinas Thursday, October 5 8:00am SJB Ralph and Jeanette Huberty 8:00am SJB Gilbert and Ann Rammer Friday, October 6 8:00am STA Earl Beck Saturday, October 7 4:00pm SJB Michael Phelan 4:00pm SJB George O Neil 5:30pm STA John and Kate Coyne 5:30pm STA Ed and Evangeline Lange Sunday, October 8 8:00am STA Lucille Bunge 8:00am STA Marge Suemnicht 9:30am SJB Joan Wild 9:30am SJB Arnold and Esther Servais 6:00pm SJB Stan Payne Scriptures 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time October 1, 2017 1st: Ezekiel 18: 25-28 2nd: Philippians 2: 1-11 Gospel: Matthew 21: 28-32 Sunday... October 1 9:00am... Rosary for Life/ Church Monday... October 2 4:00pm... Eucharistic Adoration/Adoration Rm Tuesday... October 3 6:00pm... Folk Choir Rehearsal/Church Wednesday... October 4 6:00pm... Stewardship Assessment Mtg/Church Hall 7:00pm... Adult Volleyball/Gym Thursday... October 5 8:30am... Mission Quilters/Parish Office 6:00pm... Classic Choir Rehearsal/Church 6:30pm... School Board Mtg/School Conf. Rm. Friday... October 6 2:00pm... Animal Blessing/School Parking Lot Saturday... October 7 3:30pm... Rosary for Life/ Church Sunday... October 8 7:00pm... Gr 9 and 10 Faith Formation/Church Hall This is a Special Open Invitation to All Knights of Columbus Members, and any Catholic Men interested in membership within the Knights of Columbus. The Plymouth Council #1789 is holding SPECIAL membership meeting on Tuesday October 3rd, 2017 starting at 6:00pm in the cafeteria of St. John the Baptist. We will have a short social period followed by grilled brats, hamburgers etc. and a quick meeting. Please plan to visit with us and learn what the Knights of Columbus worldwide organization is all about and how we provide funds for our local charities and national disasters. Catholic Women s Charity Club (CWCC) invites new members to join to help carry out our mission to be Christ s servant to others by supporting Catholic Schools and Religious Education, by providing help to established charitable social organizations, by providing food vouchers to needy families at Easter, and by visiting nursing home residents and homebound. CWCC meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm.This year CWCC will be celebrating our 110th Anniversary with a luncheon on October 4th at the Sheboygan Yacht Club. Tickets are required for the luncheon. Please check out our web-site at http:catholicwomenscharityclub.weebly.com for more information. Parish Financial Stewardship 2017 Weekend Giving Sept. 23-24 Fiscal Year-to-Date Giving July 1 September 25, 2017 Total Budget Variance 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 8, 2017 Envelopes $8,700 $125,600 $143,125 $(17,525) 1st: Isaiah 5: 1-7 2nd: Philippians 4: 6-9 Gospel: Matthew 21: 33-43 Buildings & Grounds $1,480 $10,336 $12,170 $(1,834) Plate $1,262 $14,955 $16,834 $(1,879)
Parish-wide Baby Shower for At Masses on the weekends of: October 7-8 October 14-15 Items needed include: Sound Machines Blankets (crib, receiving, fleece) Baby clothing (sizes 0-4) Diapers (newborn & sizes 4 & 5) Sippy cups, bottles, pacifiers Wet wipes Quilts Baby Shoes Shampoo Winter Clothing Pack N Play Other baby items Please place all items in play-pen in church vestibule. Anchor of Hope is a non-profit, organization whose mission is to provide compassionate consultation and education services, for individuals experiencing unexpected pregnancy or related sexual health concerns. Donations are vital to this ministry. These items are needed on a regular basis. Please call 4524673 for more information on items needed. Please bring items to church October 7-15 and place them in the playpen in the church vestibule. All items will be donated to Anchor of Hope. St. John the Baptist supports October as Respect Life Month. Human Dignity... Conception to Natural Death
Fall Christian Education Workshop Wednesday, October 4, 2017 6:00 8:00 p.m. At Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church 230 Butler St., Random Lake, WI 53075 Arno Michaelis and Pardeep Kaleka pardeepandarno - credit In the wake of the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin shooting on August 5, 2012, Serve 2 Unite emerged in a spirit of defiance. The hate behind the murders was met with an ongoing practice of fearless creative compassion. Rooted in the principles of service to others, and relentless optimism in the face of adversity, Serve 2 Unite today engages young people and adults of all backgrounds to value humanity and the aspiration of living a genuine, honest life as a peacemaker. Serve2Unite keynote talks illustrate the concept of Chardi Kala the Sikh practice of fearless gratitude and relentless optimism in the face of adversity, with captivating storytelling and intense discussion. The experiences of a former violent extremist intertwined with those of a survivor of violent extremism reveal a very practical guide to cultivate a more peaceful life. About our presenters: Pardeep Kaleka s father, Satwant Singh Kaleka, was the pr esident of the Sikh Temple in Oak Creek, and was one of the six Sikh members killed on Aug. 5, 2012 by a white supremacist member of the Hammerskin Nation. Kaleka is dedicated to overcoming trauma and hatred by serving others, even those with whom he disagrees. Arno Michaelis, was a for mer member of the Hammer skin Nation. Michaelis had left the organization in the mid-90s. He wanted to provide a better life for his daughter without the violence and hatred of his former life. He is the author of the book My Life A fter Hate, and strives to live a life of peace, forgiveness and tolerance. Together, Pardeep and Arno have given numerous talks throughout the Milwaukee area on such common spiritual themes of kindness, compassion, oneness, and forgiveness, along with the importance of service to others. This event is co-sponsored by the Random Lake Ecumenical Assn. and the Our Lady of the Lakes Parish Religious Ed. Program. In light of recent events in our country surrounding race and white supremacy, their message is sorely needed. Come and learn more about how each one of us can be an agent of change! All are welcome.
St. John the Baptist Parish Information Sacramental Celebrations Eucharistic Liturgies: See the front cover of Bulletin. Baptism: Contact the Parish Office Reconciliation: 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9:30-10:00am in the chapel. Marriage: Contact the pastor no later than six months prior to day of the wedding. Very Reverend Philip D. Reifenberg Shared Pastor Parishes of St. John the Baptist and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Trustees Bill Barbieur... Treasurer Tom Paul... Secretary Pastoral Council Chair... John Mueller Members: Anne Gamoke, Mark Gumm, Bill Marklein, Cheryl Nicholson, Keith Ott, Joel Pierce, Tom Paul, Adam Schneider Finance Council Chair... Jim Birenbaum Members: Bill Barbieur, Patty Huberty, Tom Paul, Don Sager St. John the Baptist School ~ 893-5961 Amy Nelson... Principal Ann Penkwitz... School Secretary Joel Pierce... School Board Chair St. John the Baptist Faith Formation ~ 892-6015 Amy Albers... Faith Formation Grades 1-8 Erin Gross... Faith Formation Grades 9-12 Contacts Cemetery... Parish Office ~ 892-4006 Prayer Needs... Kate ~ 893-0937 Caring Cab... Karen ~ 892-4849 St. Vincent de Paul... 892-4913 sjbplymouth.org Parish Membership We welcome you to the St. John the Baptist Parish Family. To receive a registration form or to notify us of an address change, please complete the form below. Place the completed form in the collection basket, or return it to the Parish Office (115 Plymouth Street, Plymouth 53073). Name Address: Phone: New Parishioner Address Change Bulletin Deadline Please submit announcements for the bulletin to the parish office no later than Monday before noon. We appreciate your cooperation. Parish Office Contact Information Hours: 8:30am-Noon and 1:00-4:00pm Phone..892-4006 Fax...893-8444 E-mail...sjbparish@sjbplymouth.org Lisa Schoneman.....Business Manager Katie Kleiber....Administrative Assistant Julie Krueger...Parish Secretary Scott Dedlow.Building Maint./Dir. Of Liturgy Hearing Assistance: The induction loop system for hearing device users is installed in church. To take advantage of this hearing assistance, please turn your hearing device to the T coil setting and sit in either of the middle two sections of church. The support of our advertisers helps offset the cost of publishing our bulletin. Please thank them when you can and support them with your business.