Welcome To GOOD SHEPHERD Catholic Church Menomonee Falls, WI "This is what the Lord asks of you: to act justly, to love tenderly and to walk humbly with your God." Micah 6:8 June 25, 2017 Parish Life This Week: Monday, June 26 11:00 AM Faith Sharing Group 7:00 PM Building & Grounds Committee Tuesday, June 27 8:30 AM Liturgy - Robert Kostuch 7:00 PM Reader s Prep at Good Shepherd Wednesday, June 28 7:00 PM Men s Discussion Group Thursday, June 29 Friday, June 30 8:30 AM Liturgy - For the Parish Saturday, July 1 3:30 PM Reconciliation 4:30 PM Liturgy - the Guzinski Family 5:30 PM Blood Pressure Checks Sunday, July 2 9:30 AM Liturgy - Alyce Fredrick 10:30 AM Blood Pressure Checks Upcoming Events: July 3 July 4 July 6 July 8, 9 Faith Sharing Group Independence Day - Offices Closed Communion Service at Menomonee Place Mission Co-op Talk - Father Patrick 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. Visit us online at: mygoodshepherd.org
Labyrinths...can be thought of as symbolic forms of pilgrimage; people can walk the path, ascending toward salvation or enlightenment. Many people could not afford to travel to holy sites and lands, so labyrinths and prayer substituted for such travel. Later, the religious significance of labyrinths faded, and they served primarily for entertainment, though recently their spiritual aspect has seen resurgence. Many newly made labyrinths exist today, in churches and parks. Labyrinths are used by modern mystics to help achieve a contemplative state. Walking among the turnings, one loses track of direction and of the outside world, and thus quiets his mind. The result is a relaxed mental attitude, free of internal dialog. This is a form of meditation. Many people believe that meditation has health benefits as well as spiritual benefits. Time away from the hustle and bustle of this busy life will allow the mind and body to rest. The result is a calmer more focused mind, a reduction in anxiety and a centering of mind body & spirit. We are truly blessed to have our own labyrinth right here at Good Shepherd. It is a perfect place for adults and children to find their way back to center. We, at Good Shepherd have been blessed with a beau ful labyrinth lovingly maintained by Norm Schardt. A er many years Norm is planning to re re from this ministry. We are looking for someone who would like to con nue this ministry a er Norm re res. He would like to work with someone this summer if
June 25, 2017 The Prayer Corner prayer leaders are available a er Mass. Social Justice Corner Immigra on Study Group 2001, terrorist a acks and Hurricane a acks and Hurricane Katrina. Local h ps://www.ny mes.com/ interac ve/2017/05/04/us/texas 12th Sunday in Ordinary Times Book Sale!!! Save the Date. Saints and Shepherd Ladies Bridge Group The Menomonee Falls Food Pantry received a dona on of $539.68 from the Saints a slam, being set, or se ng the other team were part of this fun social event. 2017 Offering of Letters Thank you for writing letters! Thank you for wri ng le ers to your legislators in our 15 for the World Offering of Le ers. All 150 packets were handed out with a poten al for 450 le ers wri en! your le ers if you haven t already. This year s focus was keeping an and an hunger programs in the federal budget. Handwri en le ers are s ll the most effec ve means of communica on with your legislators. Our parishioners have wri en over 1,800 le ers to our na onal legislators advoca ng for hunger and health issues! Centering Prayer at St. James Parish You are invited to par cipate in Centering Prayer at St. James, Menomonee Falls, Courage is needed to speak God s word. Let no one intimidate you. God gives you the power to speak the truth.
More Liturgical Ministers Needed Thank You Prayer Shawl Knitters and Crocheters! Yes, "thank you" from the people who have received your beau ful crea ons. person. Just know your work is deeply appreciated. So, please keep kni ng/croche ng If you have any ques ons or sugges ons call: Be y Growing in Faith Together conjunc on with their meal program. maybe you would consider transpor ng the produce to those in need. Bread Baking 4 mes a year. The new schedule runs July 2017 Readings for the Week of June 25, 2017 Questions to Ponder - 12th Sunday in Ordinary Times: 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 Parish Director... Deacon Sandy Sites (X31) Assisting Priest.Fr. Richard Hart Assisting Priest..Fr. Marty Pable Pastoral Associate...Jane Clare Ishiguro (X30) Director, Administrative Services... Mark Steimle (X10) Director, Liturgy & Music... S. Joann Julka, SSSF (X15) Custodian... Jerry Podkowinski Director, Christian Formation... Mike Crain (X24) Director, Youth Ministry... Corinna Ramsey (X26) CF Administrative Assistant... Becky Kaleta (X12) Coordinator of Time & Talent... Becky Kaleta (X12) Pastoral Care Coordinator... Cheryl Matusiak (X34) Administrative Assistant... Mary Crawford (X11) Pastoral Council Linda Belkowski,... Chairperson Debbie Bowers... Vice Chairperson Karen Spivey... Secretary Bill Latus... Trustee Treasurer Sharon Ellis... Trustee Secretary Jeff Haydock, Arleen Mantel, Anne Meyer, Karen Papador, Tony Witkus, Janet Zimmermann Staff Email Parish Office... goodshepherd@gdinet.com Mike Crain.crainm@archmil.org Jane Clare Ishiguro... ishiguroj@archmil.org S. Joann Julka, SSSF... julkaj@archmil.org Cheryl Matusiak... matusiakc@archmil.org Corinna Ramsey... ramseyc@archmil.org Sandy Sites... sitess@archmil.org Mark Steimle... steimlem@archmil.org Mary Crawford... crawfordm@archmil.org Becky Kaleta... kaletar@archmil.org For the Hard of Hearing Mass for the deaf, Sun. 11 am. Hearing Assisted Devices available; see usher for assistance. Liturgy Schedule Weekend - June, July & August: Saturday 4:30 pm; Sunday 9:30 am; Sunday 9:30 am liturgy signed for the deaf. Weekday: Tuesday & Friday 8:30am; Communion Service at Menomonee Place and MFHCC: Thursday 10:30 am Sacraments Reconciliation: Communal services held in Advent & Lent. Individual Reconciliation - 3:30pm Sat. in the Mary of Magdala Chapel Marriage: Preparation begins by calling the parish office no later than 6 months prior to the planned date. Children s Baptism: Call the parish to register. Next celebration is: June 24 at 4:30 pm or June 25 at 9:30 am. 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! Register on our website, pick up forms in the Christian Formation Office or join us on our next Welcome Weekend in the Christian Formation Office.
Grab a BEER. Meet your neighbor. Hear a message. Wheeling 4 Healing Mark Your Calendar August 12, 2017 Do you want to learn more about your faith? The Saturday Ins tute for Lay spirituality, and ministry forma on. Scholarship High School & College Youth Group Summer Corn Hole League Any ques ons? Contact: Youth Corner A GREAT Summertime Treat! Middle & High School Friends Always Welcome!!!