February 5, 2017 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 58:7-10 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Matthew 5:13-16 ********************************* Uganda Trivia Night 2017 Thirteen teams filled St. Mary s Church Hall Saturday, January 28, 2017 to raise money for the Our Lady of Guadalupe School and compete to have their names on the Trivia Plaque. The night was filled with great competition and raised money to help with the building of the girl s hostel at the school. The girls who have to travel too far each day are currently sleeping in the library. Jordan Skiff did an awesome job as the official MC this year. Intelligenia Sit Periculosum for the second time finished in first place. It was truly a blessing to have Sister Salome at the event. She expressed her sincere appreciation to all for their generous hearts in making a difference in the lives of the people of Uganda. Thank you to everyone who helped with the event or participated. Mark your calendar for January 27, 2018 (4 th Saturday in January) to join in the fun and support a great cause. Team Members: Front Row: Clare Knodle, Ellie Knodle, Stephanie Kuhn, Pat Nennig, Back Row: Rick Kuhn, Fr. Nate Kuhn, Sam Kuhn, Ben Kuhn
Weekly Calendar Monday, February 6 Memorial of Saint Paul Miki and Companions, martyrs 7:00 pm: Pastoral Council Meeting, church hall Tuesday, February 7 7:00 am: Mass: Michael Gliszinski 6:00 pm: Restoration/Building & Grounds Meeting, parish office Wednesday, February 8 Memorial of Saint Jerome Emiliani; Saint Josephine Bakhita, virgin 8:00 am: Mass: LaVerne Schmitt 3:50 pm: CCD K - 6 7:15 pm: CCD Gr. 7-12 Thursday, February 9 8:00 am: Mass: Wallace Brey Friday, February 10 Memorial of Saint Scholastica, virgin 8:00 am: Mass: John Mazola 2:00 pm: Nursing Home Mass 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm: Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit Saturday, February 11 Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes 9:00 am to 8:00 pm: Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit 4:00 pm: Confessions 5:00 pm: Mass: Louis, Genevieve, & Ronnie Zschernitz Sunday, February 12 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:00 am to 7:30 am: Confessions 8:00 am: Mass: Merlin Enstad 9:00 am to 1:00 pm: Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit 10:30 am: Mass: Parishioners General Parish Information Father Varkey Emergency Cell Phone: 715-937-3664 New parishioners: You are most welcome to join the family of St. Mary s. Please contact the parish office. Prayer Chain: Contact Jean Kuhn 937-1161 Meal Ministry: Please contact Mary Sladich 743-4466 Bereavement Ministry: Contact Annie Augustine 937-1432 Elizabeth Ministry: Contact Renee Schoen 743-4059 Marriage: Contact with the parish is required six months to a year before marriage. Preparation begins with the first contact. Natural Family Planning: Please contact the Parish Office. Baptisms: Baptisms are celebrated during the 10:30 am Mass on the fourth Sunday of each month. Baptisms following Mass can also be scheduled. Preparation classes are necessary. Please contact the office for further info. Interfaith Caregivers Contact: 743-2885 Weekly Collection January 29, 2017 Tithe $2,517.05 Offertory 287.00 Student 5.65 CCD Tuition 30.00 Catholic Life 160.00 Total $2,999.70 Weekly Budget $4,414.73 Uganda Student Sponsorship: $100.00 Liturgical Ministries Saturday Sunday, February 11-12 Lectors (A) (B) Sat. 5:00 pm Kathleen Watson Rogene Matuszak Sun. 8:00 am Rick Kuhn Donna Kuhn Sun.10:30 am Janet Dolle Phyllis Carney Extraordinary Ministers Sat 5:00 pm Sun. 8:00 am Sun.10:30am Rogene Matuszak/Bonnie Langreck/Mary Sladich Rick Kuhn/Mary Luedtke/Jack Hammond Gary Veltus Cantors Sat: 5:00 pm JoAnn Blum/Lorraine Spencer Sun. 8:00 am Mike Hart/Mary Ann Ingold Sun.10:30am Rita Kuchenbecker/Renee Schoen Accompanists: 4 pm Kaelyn / 8 &10:30 am Vicente Servers Sat. 5:00 pm Charlie Schoen Krista Krultz Sun 8:00 am Gianna Kuhn Gabriella Kuhn Sun 10:30 am Emily Hanson Addison Moen Ushers for February Sat 5:00 pm. Gary & Mary Nauertz/Mike Poziombke Sun. 8:00 am David Bohac/Rodney Schoen/Kent Luedtke Sun.10:30am Louis Kessler/Larry Kyle/Michael Gross Rosary Leaders Sat. 5:00 pm Sun 8:00 am Sun 10:30 am Marian Ball Jack & Theresa Hammond Jody & Judy Conner Greeter Schedule February 5:00 pm: Richard & Margaret Hagen 8:00 am: Jack & Theresa Hammond 10:30 am: Children s Liturgy of the Word 8:00 am: Caitlin Hannasch 10:30 am: Kevin & Sheena Schoen
Parish Announcements Feast of St. Blaise February 3 Blessings will be given before and after Mass THIS weekend February 4-5. Diocesan Annual Appeal 2016-2017 Please return your pledge and payment to the parish office or place in the collection. 2016-2017 Target: $38,978 Pledges Received: $34,904 90% of Goal Thank you in advance for your generosity. For more information http://diolc.org/stewardship Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit: The Vatican recognizes 152 miracles related to the Holy Eucharist around the world and throughout history. With an extensive assortment of photographs and historical descriptions this exhibit presents some of the principle Eucharistic Miracles. They will be on display in the church hall here at St Mary s Friday, February 10 th (6:30 pm to 8:30 pm); Saturday, February 11 th (9 am to 8 pm); Sunday, February 12 th (9 am to 1 pm). Presentations will be given Saturday at 1 pm and 6:15 pm and Sunday at 9:30 am. Help is needed to supervise the Eucharistic Exhibit February 10 th and 11 th in the church hall so the exhibitors are free to answer questions about the exhibit. See times below and contact Stephanie Hannasch at the parish office if you can help. Thank you for your help making this event successful Saturday February 11 8:45 am to 11 am; 10:45 am to 1 pm; 4:45 pm to 7 pm Sunday February 12 8:45 am to 11 am; 10:45 am to 1 pm; Knights of Columbus Card and Bingo Party Sunday, February 19, 2017 1-4 pm Please bring prizes for Bingo prizes. KOC will provide snacks, coffee, and pop. Various card games include sheepshead, cribbage and whatever games people want to play. PCCW News Bake Sale: PCCW is hosting a bake sale THIS WEEKEND February 4 & 5 th to raise money for the large commercial refrigerator located in the church kitchen. St. Mary s PCCW is very thankful for the good food and generosity shown by the women of the parish. Many compliments are received each time we host a sale. Food items can be dropped off in the narthex on Saturday afternoon or brought before each Mass. PCCW Meeting will be held Tuesday, February 14 th The Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 pm in the church. We will then share in a potluck and meeting. Baby items for the Elizabeth Ministry will also be collected. Please come and enjoy the evening. Embracing Your Call to Holiness is an opportunity for everyone to begin this Lenten Season with a faith-filled boost. This one day conference is sure to refresh YOUR soul. In addition to hearing inspirational talks by Patty Schneier, there will be opportunities to attend Mass, Confession, and Adoration. An elegant luncheon will be served. Event is Saturday, March 4, 2017 at St. Mary s Community Center, Altoona Wisconsin. Information and registration forms are available in the carport vestibule. Save $10 by registering early (by February 17 th ). Persons interested in car-pooling may contact Bonnie Langreck, 715-238-7246 or 715-937-5388. Youth news- Steubenville Youth Conference- Are you entering 9 th - 12 th grade this fall? Are you looking for more out your faith? Are you looking for something fun to do for a weekend? Consider attending the Steubenville Youth Conference! It is a weekend where about one thousand teens from the Midwest get together for a weekend of fellowship, music, talks, Sacraments and a deepening of their understanding and practice of our Catholic Faith. It is July 28-30 in St Paul, MN and cost is $260. Please contact Stephanie Hannasch prior to February 10 th to register. 715-743-3840 or stmarycre@tds.net Youth Rally-Students ages 6 th grade -11 th grade are invited to attend the Deanery Rally in Abbotsford on March 25 th. Please mark your calendars, more information coming soon! The Pastoral Council is strongly advising all people to park in the main church parking lot during the winter months (November through April). Clearing of the snow from the back parking lot and the sidewalks to the north of the church may not be complete prior to Mass. For you and your family s safety, please park in the main parking lot. Thank you for your cooperation.
Give THIS Weekend to CCHD Collection Bishop Callahan has asked that a collection be taken up for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD). Envelopes are available in the pews of the church. CCHD was founded to end the cycle of poverty throughout America by funding organizations that help individuals help themselves. With a tradition of improving education, housing and community economic development, CCHD continues to make a positive impact in communities nationwide. Twenty-five percent (25%) of the collection stays in the Diocese of La Crosse for local grants. Defend human dignity. Take poverty off the map. Please give to the CCHD Collection. Confraternity of Christian Doctrine CCD Assignments Teaching the faith begins in the home Annual Mardi Gras Pancake Breakfast Sunday, February 26th We will serve from 8 am to 12:30 pm. The proceeds from the breakfast will support the building of a girl s hostel for the Our Lady of Guadalupe School Uganda Africa. If you would like to donate your time or food items, please contact the parish office. We are in need of syrup, cheese, and sausage. Thank you for your ongoing support. 50 th Jubilee Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Grade 1 Mrs. Cindy: Color the picture of Jesus healing the blind man. Remember to pray the Our Father every night before bedtime. Continue to collect labels and box tops. Grade 2 Mrs. Carney: Chapter 16 - Read pages 79 through 83 in your textbook. Learn the answer to question 37. Complete pages 61 through 83 in your workbook. Grade 3 - Mrs. Schmitt: Do assignment sheet. Dates for Parents of Second Graders Receiving First Communion (Student and at least one parent is asked to attend all of the following events.) Saturday, February 18 th - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm (Retreat) Saturday, March 25 th - 9 am (First Reconciliation) Saturday, May 6 th - 9 am (First Communion Rehearsal) Sunday, May 7 th - 10:30 am Mass (First Communion) These pamphlets are available in the carport vestibule to enrich and share your Catholic Faith. Please take one for yourself or to share with someone. The Diocese of La Crosse is again sponsoring the wedding anniversary celebrations for those couples celebrating 50 years of marriage during the 2017 year. They will be held at the following locations: Sunday, July 23 at St. Mary- Altoona Sunday, August 6 at St. Bronislava - Plover Sunday, August 13 at Christ the King Chapel La Crosse If there are any couples in our parish celebrating a 50 th Wedding Anniversary this year, please contact the parish office prior to March 15 th, so we can forward the names to the Office of Family Life in La Crosse. Bishop William Patrick Callahan will send each couple a special invitation. Area Events Neillsville United Church of Christ Neillsville Chili Feed and Silent Auction Wednesday, February 8 th 11 am to 1 pm & 4 pm to 7 pm. Chili with all the fixings! To go order will be available. Cost is $6 for 13 and above and $3 for ages 5-12, 4 and under free. Melody Gardens Christian Music Skate Nights 1200 South Oak Avenue, Marshfield, WI 715-384-3326 7:30 pm to 10 pm February 24, March 24, April 28, 2017
Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit We believe in the Real Presence of Jesus, Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, in what continues to look, smell and taste like bread and wine. It is a great mystery of our faith, but Jesus said This is my Body, this is my Blood and we can take Him at His word. Throughout history, people have doubted this and God has allowed miracles to take place through the Eucharist, such as preserving the Consecrated Hosts for hundreds of years, becoming images of the Christ Child and even becoming actual Flesh and Blood. Science can only prove these items to be miracles! With an extensive assortment of photographs and historical descriptions, the exhibition presents some of the principal Eucharistic Miracles that took place throughout the ages in various countries of the world and which have been recognized by the Church. By means of the panels, one can virtually visit the places where the miracles took place. The current exhibition includes 153 panels that are used to explain 152 Eucharistic Miracles with an additional 22 country and historical panel maps, all of which are available on a DVD in both high and low definition. The exhibition has already visited well over 3000 parishes in Italy, the USA, Canada and in many other countries as well and has been translated into numerous languages. Where: St Mary s Parish, Neillsville When: Friday February 10- Sunday February 12 Friday 6:30pm-8:30pm Saturday 9am-8pm- short presentation by exhibitor at 1pm and 6:15pm Sunday 9am-1pm- short presentation by exhibitor at 9:30am There is no charge for the exhibit but free will offerings will be accepted for the exhibitors expenses