June 3, 2018 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Saint Cecilia Catholic Church 2900 Hoover Avenue (515)233-3092 Ames, IA 50010 parish-office@stceciliaparish.org Fr. James L. Secora, Pastor www.stceciliaparish.org FORMED by the Word of God UNITED by the Holy Eucharist ENLIVENED by the Holy Spirit! Daily Readings for the Week of June 3 for Study, Reflection and Prayer Daily Readings for the Week of June 3 for Study, Reflection and Prayer Sunday: Ex 24:3-8/Ps 116:12-13, 15-16, 17-18 [13]/Heb 9:11-15/ Mk 14:12-16, 22-26 Monday: 2 Pt 1:2-7/Ps 91:1-2, 14-15b, 15c-16 [cf. 2b]/Mk 12:1-12 Tuesday: 2 Pt 3:12-15a, 17-18/Ps 90:2, 3-4, 10, 14 and 16 [1]/ Mk 12:13-17 Wednesday: 2 Tm 1:1-3. 6-12/Ps 123:1b-2ab, 2cdef [1b]/Mk 12:18-27 Thursday: 2 Tm 2:8-15/Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-9, 10 and 14 [4]/Mk 12:28-34 Friday: Hos 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9/Is 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 [3]/Eph 3:8-12, 14-19/ Jn 19:31-37 Saturday: 2 Tm 4:1-8/Ps 71:8-9, 14-15ab, 16-17, 22 [cf. 15ab]/ Lk 2:41-51
What s inside Messages from Father Jim, Election Results, Sacraments Mass Schedule and Intentions, Welcome, New Member Registration, Library Moving Day Prayer & Thought, Faith Formation, Memorial Day, St. Thomas Aquinas Blood Drive (June 6), Women s Evening Renewal (June 8) St. Cecilia School Activities, St. Cecilia Activities, SCRIP, Planned Giving 2 3 4 5 Welcome! Deacon Jim Goerend! Please join me in welcoming Deacon Jim Goerend a seminarian of the Archdiocese who was ordained a Transitional Deacon by Archbishop Jackels on Friday, May 25th at St. Raphael Cathedral, Dubuque. Deacon Jim has been assigned a summer internship here at St. Cecilia by the Archbishop. Jim arrived here this past Wednesday, May 30th and will be with us until July 31st as part of his continuing formation process prior to Ordination to the Priesthood in May, 2019. Goldilocks and Air Conditioning. When it comes to air-conditioning in church, my years as pastor reads like the story of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." Like the porridge in the fable, when it comes to air conditioning it's either, "too hot"; "too cold"; or "just right". If you happen to sit near an air vent and don't like cold air blowing down on you, you will need to move to another spot, or consider wearing a light jacket or sweater. The same if you feel the temperature is too cool. We have to set a basic temperature that, while not overly cool, both cools the building when empty and also is able to keep the building comfortable when filled with people. Thank you. Parish Contacts 6 The following people were elected to parish positions. Thanks to all who were on the ballot! Pastoral Council Mirna Canuso Nancy Jenson Lois Lehmkuhl Faith Formation Commission Paul Fell Irmi Miller Catholic School Board Barb Read Pablo Rau l Stinga Mike Cowan (appointed seat) The Sacrament of Marriage The Sacrament of Marriage can be celebrated at a time convenient to the couple and in accordance with the parish schedule. The date and time of the celebration must be scheduled only with a priest or deacon of the parish. The couple must contact a priest or deacon of the parish preferably one year prior to the desired wedding date, but no less than six months prior to their desired date. The St. Cecilia Wedding Guidelines 2018, is available from the Parish Office and on our website. This contains additional information and guidelines. Becoming Catholic Those interested in learning about Jesus and the Catholic faith, or becoming a Catholic Christian themselves, are encouraged to contact Jarrett Wendt: rcia@stceciliaparish.org or 515-233-3092. Your journey will be highly personalized and can begin as early as tomorrow! Adult Catholics seeking Confirmation are welcome as well. Parishioners: Do you know anybody who is thinking about becoming Catholic? Please pray for them, walk with them on their journey, and encourage them to contact us when ready! A great info resource is www.formed.org, code: a12562 Baptism Parents seeking baptism for their child are expected to attend a preparation session. Parents are recommended to attend a session prior to the birth of their child. Next Session of Baptism: Preparation for the first born child is Monday, June 25 at 7pm. Godparents are also expected to attend. This session will be held in the St. Louis Room. 2 Welcome to St. Cecilia Catholic Church - Formed, United, Enlivened
To our visitors: We hope that God will grant you peace and rest while you are under our roof today. May this church be your second home. May those you love be near you in thought and prayer. Even though we may not get to know you, We pray that you will be comfortable and happy as if you were in your own church home. May whatever need brought you our way find a hearing by God. When you leave, may your journey be safe. We pray you God s peace. New Member Registration will be next weekend, June 9 & 10. Are you new to St. Cecilia s, moving back, just married, attending Mass but never officially registered? If you have not officially registered at St. Cecilia s, stop by the new member registration table after Masses next weekend. We can answer your questions and help you with the registration process. We will be moving the Library from the Education Center to the Oscar Romero Room on Saturday, June 9 (first shift is 9am 11am; second shift is 1pm to 3pm). We will need lots of strong arms and backs to help move the book shelves and boxes of books. To help, please see the sign-up below. We need boxes to transport books safely. If you have any to give or loan us, please drop them off in the office anytime before June 1. Also, if you have a truck to bring to help with that day, please let Mrs. Simodynes know, or note that when you sign up so we have an idea of how many vehicles we will have. If you have any questions, please contact Terri Simodynes at tsimodynes@stceciliaschoolames.org. Thank you in advance for your help with this move! Many Hands Make Light Work! Please sign up at: https:// www.signupgenius.com/go/5080f49afa7229-library Saturday, June 2 5:00pm: Bonny Callahan Sunday, June 3 8:30am: Parishioners of St. Cecilia 10:30am: Eugene Weber 5:00pm: Brad, Michelle & Don Friedly (Misa en Espan ol) Tuesday, June 5 8:00am: Jerry Greving Wednesday, June 6 8:00am: Linus & Marian Putz Thursday, June 7 8:00am: Wendlin Baumgartner Friday, June 8 8:00am: Wilma Uthe Saturday, June 9 5:00pm: Al Wagner Sunday, June 10 8:30am: Parishioners of St. Cecilia 10:30am: Jerry Greving 5:00pm: Albert & Elinore Walsh MASS SCHEDULE (Misa en Espan ol) Weekend: Saturday 5pm; Sunday 8:30am, 10:30am & 5pm (Misa en Espan ol) Weekday: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8am (Chapel) Wednesday 8am (Chapel in Summer) Wednesday 9am All School Mass (Church During School Year) St. Thomas Aquinas Mass Times Weekend Masses 4:45pm Saturday; 8:30am, 10:30am Weekday Mass: 12pm* Monday-Friday (* no noon Mass June 1, 4, 11, 18, 19, 20) Sts. Peter & Paul Mass Time: 8:30am Sunday in Gilbert Catholic School Board Meets 1st Tues. of each month at 7pm Oscar Romero Rm Kelly Grandgenett, Chair Faith Formation Commission Meets 2nd Tues. of each month at 7pm St. Louis Room Joe Baumgarten, Chair Finance Council Meets 3rd Tues. of each month at 7pm Parish Office Mark Moore, Chair Pastoral Council Meets 4th Tues. of each month at 7pm Social Hall North Ric Nelson, Chair June 3, 2018 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
PRAYER & THOUGHT Stewardship: The bishops stewardship pastoral asks, And what do Christians bring to the Eucharistic celebration and join with Jesus offering? The answer: Their lives as Christian disciples; their personal vocations and the stewardship they have exercised regarding them; their individual contributions to the great work of restoring all things in Christ. Marriage Corner: Take it; this is my body...this is my blood of the covenant. (Mk 14:22,24) How do your own family rituals at dinnertime and around the family table reflect the Eucharist? How can we be Eucharist to one another? How can we bring the Eucharist from our church into our homes, and into the world? As a reminder: Parishioners who have prepared salads or desserts for funeral lunches may pick up their empty containers in the ushers room. Thank you to everyone who helps with these lunches. Faith Formation Registration: Registration for 2018-2019 classes will begin July 1. Check on the Faith Formation Registration page on the parish website. Sundae Bible Study: June 6, 7-8:30pm. St. Cecilia St. Louis Room. All high schoolers welcome. Game or Movie Night: June 7, 6:15-8:15. FAITH FORMATION Searching for something more this summer? Join us for EDGE Summer Camp! Join us for a journey as we grow our relationship with God, while serving our neighbor and having fun with karaoke, capture the flag, and a day trip to Adventureland! June 19-21, costs $130. Sign up at AnchorAmes.com.event-sign-up Vacation Bible School Registration: VBS is now open on the parish website. VBS will take place July 30 through August 3, 9am-noon daily for children Preschool through 5th grade. Volunteers 6th grade through Adult can also register on the parish website. Elementary: stceciliaparish.org/elementary Middle/High School: AnchorAmes.com 515-232-3514 Sunday, June 3 8:30am, 10:30am: Mass (SCRIP sold after Masses) 5pm: Spanish Mass Corpus Christi Procession after 10:30am Mass; luncheon follows in the Social Hall Monday, June 4 Tuesday, June 5 7pm: Stewardship (St. Louis Room) 7:30pm: Rosary (Chapel) 7:30pm: Scouts Pack 159 (St. Clare Room) 6:30am: Men s Bible Study (St. Clare Room) 10am: Bible Study (St. Louis Rm) 7pm: Catholic School Board (Oscar Romero Rm) 7pm: Welcome Committee (St. Clare Room) Wednesday, June 6 1:30pm: Library Committee (Library) 7pm: Parish Life (Parish Office Conference Room) 7pm: Surviving Divorce (St. Clare Room) 4 Welcome to St. Cecilia Catholic Church - Formed, United, Enlivened
ST. CECILIA SCHOOL School News: The school office will be closed for the summer from June 11 through July 30. If you need immediate assistance during this time, please contact the parish office. Thank you and have a great summer! Congratulations to our 5th grade students on their 5th Grade Graduation. We wish you continued success as you move onto area middle schools. Congratulations to: Amer Ater, Dillan Cochran, Garang Dau, Ana Gabrielson, John Gianello, Claire Grandgenett, Emmy Hustedt, Isabella Kaspar, Lydia Leptien, Grace Markley, Charlie Mortimer, Brianna Olson, Jamie Poland, Lucy Read, Anna Reilly, Allison Tjaden, Lydia Weiler, Hudson White and Geoffrey Williams. Thank you to Mrs. Wendt and Mr. Stanley for leading such a great Spring Concert. And thank you to all of our wonderful and talented students for sharing their talent. ST. CECILIA Activities June 2/3: SCRIP sales will be in the narthex after all Masses. June 2: Christian Family Movement (CFM) will meet on Saturday at 6pm in the St. Louis Room. June 3: Corpus Christi Procession after 10:30am Mass. June 12: The Days for Girls meeting is cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. June 14: Catholic Daughters will meet on Thursday in the Social Hall South at 6pm to present a scholarship to a young woman entering higher education. June 14: Knights of Columbus (Council) will meet in the Social Hall North at 6pm. Many parishioners make contributions outside the parish because we have not asked them for their help. Bequests to the parish, gifts of real estate, life insurance, stocks, bonds, and CDs can help perpetuate your faith commitment. Please remember the ongoing and long range needs which exist here at St. Cecilia s. For specific areas which could benefit from your gift, contact our Planned Giving Committee or contact Frank Oppold at 290-1163. Thursday, June 7 8:30am: Small Group Men s Bible Study (St. Francis Library) Friday, June 8 Saturday, June 9 8am: Lay Apostles (St. Francis Library) 5pm: Mass (Church) Library Moving Day (please see page 3) New Member Registration (please see page 3) June 3, 2018 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Prayer opportunities held in the Chapel Scripture Rosary. Monday 7am Intercessory Prayer Group........ Sunday 8:00-9pm Rosary.....Monday 7:30pm*, Tuesday-Friday before 8am Mass; Saturday 12pm (*The rosary is said for Pro-life the first Mon. of each month.) Prayer Group..Tuesday 7-7:30pm Adoration 7:30-8pm Rosary Chaplet of Divine Mercy....Friday 3pm Liturgy of the Hours....Saturday 7am Women's Rosary.. Tuesday 9pm For Peace and Health in our world Eucharistic Adoration** The chapel is open daily, keypad access only between 10pm & 6am. **Contact the Parish Office at 233-3092 to have your infor- If you or someone you know would like to be on the Prayer Intentions & Requests list, please contact Melissa Bortle at 232-8354. Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ I am interested in becoming a member at St. Cecilia Parish Name and Address the way you would like it to appear on correspondence Name: Address: City: Zip: Phone: Email: Please return via mail or drop in collection basket. Someone will contact you. You will receive a registration packet with additional information. You may also register online at: http://www.stceciliaparish.org/become-member/ Welcome to Saint Cecilia Parish. 6 Welcome to St. Cecilia Catholic Church - Formed, United, Enlivened