Mission Statement To know, love and serve God as a welcoming community. Vision Statement We invite all into a deeper relationship with God, Our Creator, and Jesus Christ, Our Brother, through the Guidance of the Holy Spirit. 2 2 7 0 S. O n e i d a S t r e e t G r e e n B a y, Wisco n s i n 5 4 3 0 4 MARCH 10, 2019 FR. MIKE INGOLD - PASTOR Stephen Ministry John Bundra, Deacon Living Justice Michael Dabeck, Deacon Worship Leader Wayne Efferson MASS SCHEDULE Weekend Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 8:30 AM & 10:15 AM Communion Prayer Service Monday 9:00 AM Weekdays Tuesday & Friday 9:00 AM Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 AM Holy Days *Eve: *See Weekday Mass Schedule *Subject to Change RECONCILIATION (SACRAMENT) Saturday 4:00 PM or by appointment EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Mondays 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM HOLY HOUR SERVICE Second Mondays 12:05-1:00 PM PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - noon Parish Office (920) 499-5156 Discipleship Formation (920) 499-6012 natscene@nativityparish.com
Weekly Mass Schedule and Mass Intentions Saturday, March 9 5:00 People of Nativity and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Sunday, March 10 8:30 Sylvester Socha 10:15 Family of David DeNamer Monday, March 11 9:00 Communion Prayer Service 9:30 Eucharistic Adoration 12:05 Holy Hour Tuesday, March 12 9:00 Norbert & Doris Kinnard Wednesday, March 13 8:00 Jorge F. & Ismay Lee and Living Intention for Monica Lee 9:30 Woodside - Mass Thursday, March 14 8:00 Owen Noxon Friday, March 15 9:00 Barbara McEwing Saturday, March 16 5:00 People of Nativity and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Sunday, March 17 8:30 Joe Degeneffe 10:15 Robert Paul Please Join us! SOUP AND SUBSTANCE All Are Welcome! a light supper of homemade soup and rolls followed by the substance, an interesting talk by a favorite speaker. March 14, 21 and 28 - Bona Hall 6:00-8:00 PM Please RSVP by Monday before the event by calling the Parish Office at 499-5156. If you have questions, call Robin 396-6753. There is no charge, but a free will offering is appreciated! Sponsored by Living Justice Ministry. Daylight Savings Time starts Sunday, March 10. Don t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour! SUNDAY COFFEE & DONUTS Please join us Sunday for Donuts, Coffee & Hospitality in Bona Hall after the Masses. See you there! CALENDAR OF EVENTS 3/10 SUN: 9:45 AM 10:15 AM Sunday Coffee and Donuts after Masses RCIA - Library Church Time, Grades 1 & 2 There were 51 people who attended Bunco on March 3. What fun was had by all! Bingo will be held on Sunday, April 7 All are welcome! Sponsored by Nativity Senior Singles Group. Did you RSVP for the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon? Please join us for a thank you luncheon on Sunday, March 17 11:30 AM in Bona Hall (Featuring beef tips, potatoes, veggies, fruit and cookies. RSVP by March 11 by calling 499-5156 x211. 3/11 MON: 3/12 TUES: 8:45 AM 6:15 PM 3/13 WED: 4:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:15 PM 3/14 THURS: 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross - Church Knights of Columbus Meeting - Lounge Pray and Play - Lounge Faith Formation, Grades 3-5 First Eucharist Family Session - Bona Hall Children s Choir - Lounge Stewardship Ministry Meeting - Library Faith Formation, Grades 6-11 Reconciliation Service - Church St. Vincent de Paul Meeting - Lison Rm. Worship Ministry Meeting - Room 98 Living Justice Meeting - Lison Room Soup and Substance - Bona Hall Explore ALPHA Gathering - JPII Room Nativity Choir - Church
WORSHIP NEWS Contact: Wayne Efferson, Worship Leader 490-1352 x206 or natwe@nativityparish.com OUR LENTEN JOURNEY On Ash Wednesday we were marked with an ashen cross on our foreheads and hear the words, Repent and believe in the gospel. This is a reminder of our dying and rising with the Lord through the waters of Baptism, to live out the Paschal Mystery (life, death and resurrection of our Lord). Lent is a time to look within our hearts to find why we chose and continue to be a follower of Jesus Christ. Let the waters of the Baptismal Font be a reminder of our call to live our baptismal commitments each time we make the sign of the cross with these life giving waters. However, our simple Cross [the Tree of Life; more than symbol of death, but rather a place and the experience in which death is transformed into life ( beta crux, the blessed cross)] is accented with vines and purple cloth which leads the eye to the Baptismal Font (and Holy Water Stands). And our bare church environment conveys a sense of being emptied out and being sustained by God alone. This journey to Easter is not just for us Catholics who have received the sacraments of initiation but also for those who want to join us in faith to be Missionary Disciples: Catechumens (the un-baptized who will be fully initiated into our faith at the Easter Vigil through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation & Holy Communion) and Candidates (Catholics and/or non-catholics who have been baptized but want to be fully initiated into the Catholic faith through the sacraments of Confirmation and Holy Communion). It is our hope that during these 40 days each of us will be renewed in faith through the Paschal Mystery. Though the most appropriate time for Baptism is the Easter Vigil and the Easter Season until Pentecost, baptisms can be celebrated in Lent (these will take place after Mass). Because the days of Holy Week (from Monday to Thursday inclusive) have precedence over all other celebrations, it is not fitting that Baptisms or Confirmations be celebrated on these days since they have their natural place in the Easter Vigil. READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 10 Sunday: Dt 26:4-10/Ps 91:1-2, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 [cf. 15b]/Rom 10:8-13/Lk 4:1-13 Monday: Lv 19:1-2, 11-18/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15 [Jn 6:63b]/ Mt 25:31-46 Tuesday: Is 55:10-11/Ps 34:4-5, 6-7, 16-17, 18-19 [18b]/ Mt 6:7-15 Wednesday: Jon 3:1-10/Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 18-19 [19b]/ Lk 11:29-32 Thursday: Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8 [3a]/Mt 7:7-12 Friday: Ez 18:21-28/Ps 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-7a, 7bc-8 [3]/ Mt 5:20-26 Saturday: Dt 26:16-19/Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 7-8 [1b]/ Mt 5:43-48 Next Sunday: Gn 15:5-12, 17-18/Ps 27:1, 7-8, 8-9, 13-14 [1a]/Phil 3:17 4:1 or 3:20 4:1/Lk 9:28b-36 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION DURING LENT MARCH 13 AT This will include a Penance Service with Individual Confessions. During Lent the faithful are encouraged to attend daily Mass with Holy Communion, to participate in penance services, and to receive Sacramental Absolution. MUSIC FOR THE LENTEN GATHERING/ PENITENTIAL RITE Last Lent, we, the faithful, responded well to the new Lenten Gathering Rite, God of Creation by Ian Callahan, which incorporated both the Gathering Song and the Penitential Rite in one movement. Again, we will use this as our Lenten Gathering Rite. In addition we will introduce and use a new/old Mass setting, Jan Vermulst s Mass for Christian Unity. This Mass was written in 1964, following Vatican II, in response to the Church s call that the Mass be celebrated in the vernacular ( language of the people ; for Americans, from Latin to English) to enable and lead the faithful to a fuller, conscious and active participation. Some of us old enough will remember it primarily being used in the 60 s and 70 s. Because of its simple and familiar melody, we decided to use it for Lent 2019. We, also, will use a new Lenten song, In These Days of Lenten Journey, for the Sundays of Lent (Preparation of the Gifts). The Worship Ministry hopes this music will assist you in your Lenten journey. WORLD S POOR COLLECTION On the Fourth Sunday of Lent (March 30-31), we will sponsor a special collection for the World s Poor. This collection combines an appeal for four Catholic agencies who serve the poor and those living on the edge of society all over the world. Pray those living in poverty will be comforted, lifted up, and will receive a lasting opportunity to preserve their human dignity through meaningful work. LENTEN RESOURCES THE WORD AMONG US AND CRS RICE BOWL Will help you on your Lenten journey to Easter. They are free and located at the entrances.
Nativity Picnic Raffle You can WIN! 19 Toyota Corolla Or $15,000.00 cash Plus (10) $100.00 cash prizes Picnic Car Raffle Tickets are for sale in the Gathering Space starting this weekend or in the Parish Office during the week. Don t forget to pick up your picnic envelope! Ticket Prices $10.00 each 3 for $20.00 8 for $50.00 20 for $100.00 ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC 2019 Saturday, June 22 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday, June 23 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM Each parish family is receiving eight tickets to purchase or sell. Extra tickets may be picked up at the Parish Office or at the weekend Masses. Ticket stubs may be returned to the Parish Office or at the car raffle table on the weekend. ALPHA is for YOU! Find out more at our 45-minute Explore ALPHA gatherings before joining. Thurs., March 14 @ 7pm
RE-CREATION Concert at Nativity April 28 at 1:00 PM Please join us! Re-Creation is a group of dynamic young people who present both religious and family-oriented music. The SACRED PROGRAM is structured with a sensitive presentation of an enduring faith in the Christian message. The group's remarkable blending of voices and dynamic presentation contribute to a unique and memorable worship experience with both traditional and contemporary styles, sing-along hymns and children s songs. Re-Creation was founded in 1976 and since that time has appeared in more than 300 shows annually in all 50 states. There is no admission charge, but a free-will offering will be received to help support the group members missionary status (they are all volunteers) and the organization s continuing dedication to minister to the sick and needy. Nativity Parish Senior Singles Luncheon at Gippers (1860 University Avenue) Thursday, March 21 at 11:00 AM Cost: Dutch Treat For single men and women from any parish, all denominations, widowed, divorced or never married. Call Judy M. for reservations 660-2499. If no answer leave a message. Deadline to register is March 11. WOMEN S GUILD RUMMAGE SALE Nativity Women s Guild will be hosting our Parish Rummage Sale on Friday, April 26 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday, April 27, 8:00 AM - noon. Please bring your clean usable items marked Rummage Sale to Bona Hall from now until Wednesday, April 24. No electronic items accepted. We will be in need of your used children and adult books, clean clothing, shoes, purses, toys, puzzles, dishes, etc. Any questions, call Mary at 494-3088 or Marge at 494-0244. We will be serving a light lunch on Friday, April 26 along with our famous tortes. Thank you for helping us have a successful rummage sale. Pizza with the Principal Tuesday, April 23 6:00-7:30 PM Learn about preschool, 4K and kindergarten. Meet the teachers and visit the classrooms! All interested families are welcome! St. Joseph School, 991 Pilgrim Way (920) 499-9969 Knights of Columbus Council #7498 Grand Knight Nick Bretl Nativity of Our Lord Women s Guild President Betty Weizenicker For over a decade, The Northeast Wisconsin Passion Play, has presented a powerful musical drama depicting the ministry and passion of Christ through an original script, contemporary Christian score and dance. This inspiring musical will be presented April 11 through 14 at the Xavier Fine Arts Theatre in Appleton and is appropriate for all ages. A video sampling of the show may be seen on the production website, www.newpassionplay.org. In appreciation for your church s support, we are offering a discount of 50% off each ticket for the 7:00 PM performances on April 12 and 13. When ordering online, enter the coupon code C-FAITH. If ordering through the box office mention the code at the beginning of your transaction to receive your discount. For more show information or tickets, please visit: www.newpassionplay.org or call the Xavier box office at (920) 733-8840. Open hours are Monday and Wednesday from noon to 3:00 PM.
PARISH STAFF Parish Deacons John Bundra Michael Dabeck Worship Leader Wayne Efferson Business Manager Tricia Westhoven Administrative Assistant Jennie LeMere Volunteer Coordinator Deb Langenhuizen Accountant/IT Specialist Vicki Matuszak Housekeeper Mary Greene Maintenance Supervisor George Skolasinski Director of Discipleship Formation Mary Carter Coordinator of Discipleship Formation and Communications Amberly Boerschinger Early Childhood Coordinator Heidi Stubb Sunday & Tuesday Coordinator Barb Torreano Parish Stewardship March 2-3, 2019 Sacrificial Offering $ 12,47900 Loose Offering $ 604.00 Online Giving $ 4,355.00 Total $ 17,438.00 To meet our budget, we need an average of $15,962.00 each week. FYTD Budgeted Receipts $ 574,632.00 FYTD Actual Receipts $ 579,941.00 Fiscal Year Surplus thru week 36 $ 5,309.00 Maintenance Improvement Fund $ 606.00 Easter Flowers $ 40.00 Thank You to all our parishioners who use Online Giving. With the snowy, icy conditions, you have helped our contributions stay constant. If anyone would like to begin using Online Giving, just go to www.nativityparish.com, and click on the Online Giving icon. Strengthening Faith through Adult Faith Formation Programs Recent history bears witness that if adults are not wellformed in the Faith, the younger generations will lack formation as well. But with solid and vibrant adult faith formation programs, a personal relationship with Christ is better fostered among parishioners, the Sacraments begin to take on more relevance to everyday life and the motivation to share the Good News with those outside the flock is awakened. From there, the good work of catechizing children by the local parish is more likely to be reinforced by well-formed parents. In short, the benefits are incalculable! Joe Tremblay, Adult Faith Formation Coordinator, assists parish leaders in bringing souls to Christ. Thanks to the Bishop s Appeal he is able to provide resources, guest speakers and curricula to help parishes advance the mission in forming adults through Christ. To make a gift to the Bishop s Appeal contact your parish, visit the Bishop s Appeal website at www.catholicfoundationgb.org/give, or call Tammy toll-free at 877-500-3580 x8123. Please prayerfully consider making a gift to the Bishop s Appeal. Bulletin Article Deadline The deadline for submitting articles into the bulletin is by the end of the business day on Friday of the week prior to publication. Thank you! Send articles to: natscene@nativityparish.com. Thank you! Scrip volunteers are in the Gathering Space before and after all Masses. $crip can also be purchased in the Parish Office during the week from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday thru Thursday and 9:00 AM to noon Friday. If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office at 499-5156. Remember you can shop with Scrip online or in person! 2/25/19-3/3/19 - Scrip sold Sales - $4,780.00 Profit - $227.89 BISHOP S APPEAL MARCH 2-3 To make a gift to the Bishop s Appeal, contact your parish, visit the Bishop s Appeal website at www.catholicfoundationgb.org/give, or call Tammy toll-free at 877-500-3580 x8123. Our Bishop s Appeal goal is.... $ 91,624.00 217 parishioners have donated..... $ 55,275.00 Amount needed to reach our goal... $ 36,349.00
REPORTING SEXUAL ABUSE If you know of an incident of sexual abuse of a person who is now under the age of 18 by a priest, deacon, employee or volunteer, PLEASE IMMEDIATELY CALL THE CIVIL AUTHORITIES AND THEN THE DIOCESE. If the person was abused as a minor but is now an adult, please contact: Office of Safe Environment Diocese of Green Bay 920-272-8174 or 1-877-270-8174 (toll free) We also encourage you to report the incident to local civil authorities. YOU MATTER TO US THERE IS HOPE! Crisis Center Pregnancy Hotline 436-8888 433-9955 BAPTISMS Parents may schedule their child s Baptism after they have completed a short preparation program. Call the Parish Office at 920-499-5156 at least 60 days before Baptism for an interview and a preparation session. SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK March 31, June 30, September 29, December 29 This Sacrament is offered to anyone in need of Christ s healing touch. The Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament for those who are in need of physical, emotional, or spiritual healing. Think of friends and loved ones who may want to receive this sacrament and invite them to this Mass. RCIA RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS Do you want to know more about the Catholic faith? Are you or someone you know interested in becoming baptized or confirmed as a Catholic? For more information about this process call Wayne Efferson (490-1352 x206) or email natwe@nativityparish.com.