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St. Leo Catholic Church 1920 N. 102nd St. Omaha NE 68114 402.397.0407 www.stleo.net February 03 2 0 1 9 Pastor Fr. Craig Loecker Senior Associate Pastor Fr. Jerome Dillon Mass Schedule Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00noon, 5:30pm St. Leo the Great Mission Statement Monday-Friday: 6:40am, 8:00am St. Pius X/St. Leo School 6905 Blondo Street 402.551.6667 Principal: Cory Sepich St. Leo the Great Parish is a faith-filled community dedicated to Offering inspiring & prayerful worship, Developing & maintaining quality, life-long religious education for everyone, Providing loving service to those in need, Celebrating the great events in our parish family.

Office Hours Monday-Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:30pm and by appointment Weddings Contact church at least 6 months in advance Baptism -Next Baptism Class: March 10, 2019 9am-11:30am Pre-register for the Class by visiting www.stleo.net and downloading the form under the link Sacraments. -Next Baptism Mass: February 10 at 10:00am Communion for Homebound Contact the parish office Parish Registration Stop by the parish office to fill out a registration form Deacon Community George & Sandy Knockenhauer Jim Shipman Trung & Hanh Nguyen Norm & Joyce Tierney Kevin & Jen Fuller Parish Staff Betsy Bridgeford, Business Manager Janet Drvol, Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries Jennifer Fuller, Director of Religious Education Drew Neneman, Director of Liturgy & Music Sr. Ann Marie Petrylka, Pastoral Minister Mike Short, Custodian/Maintenance Dina Turco, Parish Secretary Parish Council Janelle Schuttler, President Maureen Dellamano, Vice President Ron Glinka, Treasurer Betsy From, Secretary A Note from Fr. Craig Dear Parishioners, We had a great chili cook off last Sunday. I thank the youth group for such a fun event. We had 13 different chili soups and I enjoyed tasting every one. It was fun because every one was different. This Saturday is our Culture Night. I thank the Catholic Social Teach committee and the Knights of Columbus for helping us celebrate our diversity. You are all invited to be part of the new Parish read. The book we selected is called Under the Influence of Jesus by Joe Paprocki. The cost is $8. There will be a book discussion April 25th. If we run out of books, call the office and we will get you one. We have several openings for Mass intentions during the week and on weekends. If you would like a Mass said for your loved one, stop by the office. Monday and Tuesday, I will be attending the Clergy Conference in Schuyler. I will be back on Wednesday. On Wednesday, we celebrate Saint Paul Miki. Saint Paul Miki was a Jesuit and a native to Japan. He was the son of a wealthy Japanese Military leader. He was educated at the Jesuit College. He joined the Jesuits in 1580. He was known for his eloquent preaching. Even when things were becoming hostile towards Christians, Paul Miki didn t stop preaching. He was eventually arrested along with 25 others. They were marched 600 miles to martyrdom to be abused and made an example of to their countrymen. His last sermon was preached from the cross. He was crucified on February 5th with 25 other Catholics. He was canonized as a martyr in 1862. Have a great week. Fr. Craig Loecker St. Leo Mardi Gras Party March 2 Mark Your Calendars! More Info Soon! Our Parish Pictorial Directories are Here! If you had your photo taken this summer, please stop by the office to pick up your free directory. We also have a limited supply for sale for $5 if you didn t get your photo taken, but would still like one. 02 l St. Leo Catholic Church

Monday is the last day to buy tickets Young at Heart If you are 55 or over and would like to see old friends and meet new ones and enjoy fun activities, please join us! This is a group made up of people from St. Pius X and St. Leo Parishes. All are welcome! February 9, 2019, at 6:30 PM Catered Dinner and Entertainment by Music by Karlyn Karly Jurgensen Daniel is an outstanding pianist and vocalist who loves to write, arrange and perform beautiful music for weddings and special events. She is a graduate of St. Pius X Elementary and Marian High School and Berklee College of Music. During the Christmas season, Karly performs with Chip Davis and the Mannheim Steamroller at Universal Studios Orlando. She performs in Omaha at public and private events. Cost is $15 per person- Tickets are on sale at the parish office until Feb. 4th. Purchase yours today! St. Leo Women s Retreat March 9, 2019 Presenter: Susan Naatz Gather at 8:30am for a continental breakfast. The retreat will be from 9:00am to 12noon and we will then gather for lunch, which will be prepared for us by our Knights of Columbus. Free will offering. RSVP to the parish office: 402-397-0407 or dina@stleo.net. In Loving Memory Please remember in your prayers those who have been born into eternal life, especially Margaret O Leary, sister of Don O Leary and aunt of Dorothy O Leary and Jim O Leary; and Lyle Scripture, brother-in-law of Robert Nelson. May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. St. Leo Parish Mission March 18 & 19, 2019 Mark you calendars for our 2019 Parish Mission with Dominick Albano Sessions at 1:30pm & 7:00pm both days. St. Leo Prayer Line Call the following with prayer requests: Jane M. (9am-5pm) 391-8826 Jeanne S. (5pm-9pm) 493-0145 The Parish Office (9am-5pm) 397-0407 OR You can enter your petitions in the book located in the Commons. Omaha, NE l 03

Connections High School Ministry Make a Connection! Connections is a weekly gathering for all High School Students. It is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about our faith, discuss relevant issues, and have fun, too! All are welcome! For info: contact Janet at janet@stleo.net or 397-0407. Connections February 3 St. Leo Connections will not meet this week due to Super Bowl Sunday. Connections February 10 Join us next in a fun minute-to-winit night. We welcome guests from the youth group of from St. Benedict the Moor. Minute-to-Win -It games, get to know you time, and dinner are provided. Summer Service for 6-12 Grades St. Leo will participate in two service camps this summer. Flyers can be found by W2, on the youth webpage, or contact Janet for questions: Just5Days: Grades 6-8; July 15-19; Cost: $150; Registrations due February 20th; YNIA: current 9-12 Grades; July 7-12; Cost $200; Registrations due February 20 JH Youth Group The Junior High Youth Group will host its second meeting on February 17th. Join us from 1-3 pm in the St. Pius X Parish Center. Parishioners from SPSL School, Religious Education, and Home school are invited! Religious Formation Stuff the Pack-N-Play Help us stuff the pack-n-play during the month of February! The Religious Education program is supporting Essential Pregnancy Services for our outreach project this winter. ALL are invited to bring in baby supplies, diapers, wipes, burp cloths, baby socks, baby outfits, baby toys, etc. Items can be placed in the pack-n-play in the social hall through the end of the month. Each St. Leo Religious Education family will receive a baby bottle to fill with loose change to support the work of EPS. If you would like to help, bring your loose change to the church office or place a donation in the weekend collection marked EPS. Thanks for your support! Seventh Graders Confirmation is scheduled for December 2019. If you didn't make it to the Confirmation meeting on January 17th, please contact Jen Fuller, jen@stleo.net, to receive important information regarding the sacrament. First Eucharist Meeting Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 21st at 7:00pm at St. Leo. Parents and Students will get important information about the sacrament and we will have a special prayer service for our first communicants. More Connections News Chili Cook-off Success Thank you to all of those who entered into the chili cook-off, came to taste the chili, and worked to make this a success. Thank you to the Women s Group for providing our Bake Sale, and to the judges (Fr. Craig, Sr. Ann Marie, and Dennis Waggoner) for their help. It was a fun night and we appreciate your support! Congratulations to our winners: Best Chili (Popular Vote): 1st place: Kevin Ortner; 2nd place: The Gregg Family Best Chili (Judges Vote): 1st place: Kevin Ortner; 2nd place: Kami Landenberger (RCIA) Best Table Decoration (Popular Vote): 1st place: Darla Sullivan; 2nd place: Christy Ziskey Congrats to all of our winners, and we hope to see you all next year!!! Upcoming Events: February 2/3: Souper Bowl of Caring February 20: Deadline to register for Just5Days or Young Neighbors in Action (YNIA) 04 l St. Leo Catholic Church

Faith Discoveries Book Group February 10 Read Psalm 23 from Harold Kushner's perspective. The Jewish Rabbi finds healing wisdom in the Psalm and relates that in his book, The Lord is My Shepherd. Kushner says this Psalm will comfort and calm whatever suffering is in your life. Join the book discussion on Sat., February 10, 9-10:30am in W1. Questions: Sarita, 402-498-3660 or Linda 402-350-1788. St. Monica Prayer Group St. Monica was a mother who prayed day and night that her son would change his ways and return to God. Augustine eventually became one of the great saints of the Church. St. Leo has a prayer group that appeals to St. Monica for our own children that they return to God and His Church to help them to sainthood. We gather on the First Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm in our chapel. Our next gathering is February 5th. We will pray to St. Monica to intercede with God for our children that they return to the Church and the ways of God. Please join us. Trying to find a way to fight the winter blahs? Join the parish All Read program. We will read Under the Influence Jesus by Joe Paprocki. Copies will be available for $8. We will discuss it on April 25. Any questions, contact Sr. Ann Marie at sam@stleo.net. Women s Group Next Meeting February 12 Would you like to learn about improving your health in 2019? Join us on Tuesday, February 12, 7-8:30pm at St. Leo. Guest speaker Christina Johnson will inspire us regarding our all-around health in 2019. Please bring a beverage or snack to share if your last name begins with A-K. Questions?: contact Linda at 402-350-1788 or lleary1@cox.net. See you there! Looking Ahead! Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule March 6, 2019 6:40am, 8:00am, 12:00noon, 5:30pm & 7:00pm. Bulletin Deadline: Monday at 10am for the following Sunday. Please email submissions to dina@stleo.net. Readings for the Week of February 3, 2019 Sunday: Jer 1:4-5, 17-19/ Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15-17 [cf. 15ab]/1 Cor 12:31 13:13 or 13:4-13/Lk 4:21-30 Monday: Heb 11:32-40/Ps 31:20, 21, 23, 24 Tuesday: [25]/Mk 5:1-20 Heb 12:1-4/Ps 22:26b-27, 28 and 30, 31-32 [cf. 27b]/Mk 5:21-43 Wednesday: Heb 12:4-7, 11-15/Ps 103:1-2, 13-14, 17-18a [cf. 17]/Mk 6:1-6 Thursday: Heb 12:18-19, 21-24/Ps 48:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 9, 10-11 [cf. 10]/Mk 6:7-13 Friday: Heb 13:1-8/Ps 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9abc [1a]/Mk 6:14-29 Saturday: Heb 13:15-17, 20-21/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b- 4, 5, 6 [1]/Mk 6:30-34 Next Sunday: Is 6:1-2a, 3-8/Ps 138:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 7-8 [1c]/1 Cor 15:1-11 or 15:3-8, 11/Lk 5:1-11 LPi Omaha, NE l 05

Good News from St. Pius X/St. Leo School "St. Pius X / St. Leo School is a diverse community forming students in the Catholic faith to excel in academics and service to others." Hello from St. Pius X / St. Leo School, We hope you are all doing well and our parishioners continue to be in our deepest prayers. We are so grateful for all of your support and it was such a blessing to have our students and staff members speak to you all at our Saturday and Sunday Masses last week. One of the greatest strengths of our school is that we have such wonderfully supportive families, supremely talented students, and wonderfully dedicated teachers. As our school's mission states, we are a "diverse community" and our work ensures that our students receive a superior education that is rooted in our Catholicity. The other key word that is in our mission, that is lived out by all of our school s community is "service." Thank you to our teachers and our school families who took the time to get our students to Masses at our parishes to share wonderful stories about our special community with our fellow churchgoers. I want to thank our teachers who spoke at the masses or helped answer questions after the masses: Tiffani Herfordt, Becky Wessling, Christy Vogel, Monica Sheehan, Chris Peters, Linda Harrison, Ryan Lampe, Katy Chattin and Anita Petersen. We also want to thank our wonderful student speakers and their families: Natalya Jones (6th), Paul Hansen (7th), Nathan Bluvas (6th), Zayn Harris (4th), Tanner ten Bensel (6th), Lauren Schmidt (6th), Jacob Melkus (2nd), Lila Bosiljevac (3rd), Alice Matuella (2nd), Brooklyn Sauer (7th), Chris Tollo (4th), Martha Engel (7th), Sophia Savoie (5th) and Sophia Tripp (8th). It has been a very busy week at St. Pius X / St. Leo School as we celebrated Catholic School s Week. We had lots of fun events this past week. Thank you to all of our families and staff who showed up to our Kindergarten Roundup and Pre-Kindergarten Roundup events yesterday morning. If you and our family happened to miss these events, you can still register your student for the 2019-20 school year! I know that we would love to give you a tour to show you all of the hands-on learning that is taking place at our school and how we can help your student grow academically and spiritually. We would also be thrilled to show you and any of your friends our wonderful school with student led tours and can even set up days where students can shadow for a day to experience a day-in-the-life of a St. Pius X / St. Leo student. If interested, just call the school office at 402-551-6667 and either myself or Mrs. Graney can help you. God bless you all and we pray you all have a wonderful week. God is definitely good; all the time. Mr. Cory Sepich, Principal St. Pius X/St. Leo School If you have children in grades Pre-Kindergarten (3-year-old and 4-year-old programs) to Grade 8 that you are thinking about sending to our school for this school year, please call our school office at 402-551-6667 to set up a time to come and visit, and, then enroll your child/ ren when you decide to come to our school. We are blessed that our grades are filling up, but would love for you and your family to join our school family this year! Lunch Menu Please visit www.spsl.net and click on What s for Lunch for the new lunch menu 06 l St. Leo Catholic Church

Liturgical Ministry Schedule Saturday, 5:00pm 2/9/2019 Fr. Dillon Deacon Norm EMHC: M. Hohman, L. Conant, K. Conant, D. Havlovic, P. Peacock, K. Mettling, M. Baldwin, Sub Needed Lectors: J. Tierney, C. Hohman Servers: K. Cannon, Z. Havlovic, T. Gregg, V. Grenier Sacristan: P. Leddy Sunday, 8:00am 2/10/2019 Fr. Gillick Deacon Kevin EMHC: N. Haske, T. Hansen, M. Falcon, C. Dellamano, M. Sheehan, H. Kuehn, P. Hansen Lectors: T. Buechler Servers: I. Rubio, 3 Servers Needed Sacristan: B. Johnson Sunday, 10:00am 2/10/2019 Fr. Dillon Deacon Trung EMHC: C. Heck, D. Carew, E. Ortner, S. Ishii-Jordan, J. Findley, C. Kwiatkowski, R. Bauer, R. Nelson Lectors: K. Landenberger, R. Landenberger Servers: A. Bluvas, N. Bluvas, J. Rieschl, Server Needed Sacristan: C. Sievers Sunday, 12:00pm 2/10/2019 Fr. Craig EMHC: B. Abbott, T. Abbott, K. Buhrman, M. Mertz, J. Couch, B. Schweiger, P. Sexton Lectors: P. Sexton, S. Schmitt Servers: A. Tchibozo, M. Mertz, S. Zungbowenon, K. Mertz Sacristan: A. Abbott Sunday, 5:30pm 2/10/2019 Fr. Craig EMHC: J. Waggoner, A. Martinez, M.C. Wilson, A. Hobson, M. Burke, C. Drew, D. Richter Lector: H. Rodricks, A. Martinez Servers: A., D., D., & J. Kampe Sacristan: D. Waggoner Heavenly Helpers Saturday, February 9 at 8:00am 1. R. Andres 2. R. Bauan 3. R. Learned 4. M. Phelps 5. L. Schroeder 6. B. Schumacher 7. S. Sitti 8. D. Svehla If you would like to volunteer to help clean the church, please call the office at 402-397-0407. This Week at St. Leo Monday, February 4 9:15 &10:45am Better Balance, W2 6:00pm Bell Choir 7:00pm Choir Tuesday, February 5 6:30pm St. Monica Prayer Group Wednesday, February 6 4:30pm & 6:00pm Religious Ed Classes Thursday, February 7 11:00am Young at Heart, W1 7:00pm Alpha, W4 7:00pm Adoration Friday, February 8 9:15 &10:45am Better Balance, W2 Saturday, February 9 9:00am Faith Discoveries, W1 6:30pm Young at Heart Dinner Sunday, February 10 10:00am Baptism Mass 10:00am RCIA 6:30pm Connections Mass Intentions Monday, February 4 6:40am St. Leo Parish Family 8:00am St. Leo Parish Family Tuesday, February 5 6:40am St. Leo Parish Family 8:00am St. Leo Parish Family Wednesday, February 6 6:40am St. Leo Parish Family 8:00am St. Leo Parish Family Thursday, February 7 6:40am + Dan Weekly 8:00am + Bala Perez & Michael Peeris Friday, February 8 6:40am + Jean Dudley Gallagher 8:00am + Pat Zach Saturday, February 9 5:00pm + William Hardy Sunday, February 10 8:00am St. Leo Parish Family 10:00am + Eddie Bianchi 12:00pm 5:30pm Available-call the office to schedule Available-call the office to schedule Visitation Ministry Feb. 4 Methodist Cafferty/Kanger Feb. 8 Immanuel Lubischer/Mlnarik/Drvol Feb. 8 Methodist Goaley/Manganaro Feb. 10 Brighton Gardens (11:15) Crnkovich Feb. 10 Waterford (11:15) Harvey Feb. 10 Camelot (11:15) Mayberger Feb. 10 Bickford Cottage (11:15) Hensel Feb. 10 Old Mill Rehab (11:15) Coziahr Omaha, NE l 07

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord There is something about children that makes people smile. Their innocence, hopefulness, and amazing and amusing things they say and do bring out good qualities in people. Bring a child into a nursing home and watch people light up. Or walk into a store with a 2 year old and see people smile. Or watch when a dad carries a toddler on his shoulders and even people driving by smile. Simeon must have smiled at Jesus. He saw more than just an infant smiling and proud parents. He knew he looked upon the hope and promise of Israel. He saw his "heir apparent," the priest, prophet and king who would bring the message of salvation to the world. Simeon no doubt smiled as he gazed upon the infant so many had longed to see. Joy is a very important part of faith. Knowing the Lord and sharing in His life should bring us a sense of joyfulness and peace, if we really believe in the promises of Jesus. Too often people leave Church the same way they leave root canal!! We know and have seen for ourselves the great work of love and hope that God has done. We are His heirs! 2003 Liturgical Publications Inc A Note from the St. Leo Social Justice Team The immigration event held on Sunday, January 20 was very successful. The four presenters were very pleased with our audience of over 50 people. We received compliments from Fr. Craig and the audience about all of the information that was presented. Below is a statement the presenters shared about immigration written by American bishops. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) opposes enforcement only immigration policies and supports comprehensive immigration reform. Earned Legalization: An earned legalization program would allow foreign nationals of good moral character who are living in the United States to apply to adjust their status to obtain lawful permanent residence. -Create an eventual path to citizenship, requiring applicants to complete and pass background checks, pay a fine, and establish eligibility for resident status to participate in the program. -Such a program would help stabilize the workforce, promote family unity, and bring a large population out of the shadows, as members of their communities. 08 l St. Leo Catholic Church

In Pursuit of Life, Love and Happiness By: Deacon Jim Shipman One of the hardest lessons for us as Christians to learn is to know that the Lord is present all the time! From the moment of our conception in our mother s womb, God has been present in our lives. He is always there waiting for us to acknowledge his presence and ask his guidance in our life. When we recognize his presence and allow his Spirit to take over, our lives change dramatically. The evil that surrounds will not prevail against us and our challenges in life will help us grow as a person, instead of tearing us apart. Our gospel teaches us how the people in his home town failed to recognize God s Holy presence. The people of Nazareth would not accept him as the Messiah and wanted to kill him. How often we who call ourselves Christian fail to see and hear Jesus working through those in our lives. The real key to being able to recognize our Lord in our life, is taught in our second reading today. Most of us have heard 1 Corinthians 13 at wedding ceremony, but this scripture teaches us the key to seeing and following GOD. Love is from God and allows us to become what God is calling us to be. Love is not just a feeling or an emotion, but giving of one s self completely to another person. In following the lead of God s Spirit, we experience what LOVE is really all about. We can experience a greater love for our spouse, our children, and even our enemies, when we allow God s grace to help us recognize our Lord presence. We experience God s presence when we LOVE as God loves us. St. Leo Knights of Columbus Welcome! We are pleased to welcome our new knights, Deacon Jim Shipman and Mark White. We are very grateful for your commitment to service and look forward to serving with you. You should have received your 2019 dues notice. Please respond accordingly or contact Fred (fotterbe@cox.net). Soda Bread is now in full operation. Contact Joe From (joeslickster@yahoo.com) to see how you can help. Family members are invited to join you. Come and give it a try. Please take time to direct Catholic men that you know to www.kofc.org/ joinus. This allows them to get the information they need to make their personal decision on membership and to join online. Visit our webpage for more information on the Knights of Columbus: www.stleo.net, then click on forms and links tab. Singles 50 s + Group at St. Leo The Singles 50s+ Group at St. Leo s is a social group of single, 50+ men and women regardless of religious affiliation. You can view the monthly calendar at: www.stleo.net. Click the forms & links tab. We are the 3rd link down. If you don t have Internet access, you can call the St. Leo parish office and they will mail you a copy. Call St. Leo's office at 402-397- 0407 or email Patti: ppeacockoma@yahoo.com with any questions. February 2019 Feb 8th: TGIF @ Zio s Pizzeria (12997 W Center Rd) @ 5:30pm. Bev Busenbark: 402-631-8335 Feb 15th: TGIF @ Fuddruckers, 7059 Dodge St. (68132) @ 5:30pm. If you would like to, please bring a white elephant gift (e.g. something funny you don t want, etc & add a Valentine theme if you like). Wrap it nicely or in a fancy decorative bag so people will want to choose it. The rest of the game will be explained @ TGIF. If you decide not to play, sit back & watch the fun. Cheri: 402-932-7237/or 402-651-6459 Feb 22nd: TGIF @ Granite City, Westroads @ 5:30pm. Chuck: 402-453-5177. ~ Praying For Vocations ~ February 2 is the World Day for Consecrated Life. Please pray for those who have answered God s call. Prayer for Consecrated Persons: God our Father, we thank you for calling men and women to serve in your Son s Kingdom as sisters, brothers, religious priests, consecrated virgins, and hermits, as well as members of Secular Institutes. Renew their knowledge and love of you, and send your Holy Spirit to help them respond generously and courageously to your will. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ. Omaha, NE l 09

Prayer for Those Serving our City as Police, Fire & Rescue Please keep the following men and women in your prayers as they currently serve our city: Jerry Baggert, Ronnie Beasley, Todd Callahan, Bill Clark, Matt Fadell, Tim Harding, Bernie Kanger Jr., Ken Kanger, Brandon Krajeski, Scott Kriener, Brendan O'Flynn, Michael O Hanlon, Adam Rokes, D.J. Roshone, Justin Rudloff, Scott Schendt, Brian Schmaderer, Todd Schmaderer, David Shavlik, Kenneth Shipman, Mike Smith If you have a loved one (family or friend) who is currently serving our city and would like their name listed each week asking for prayers, please email dina@stleo.net. Blessed are you Lord, God of Mercy, Send down your blessings and your protection on these your servants, who so generously devote themselves to helping others. Protect them and grant them courage when they are afraid, wisdom when they must make quick decisions, strength when they are weary, and compassion in all their work. + Amen. Community News & Events ~OTOC Issue Café- the Cost to Mental Health: Tuesday February 5, 6:45-8pm at Urban Abbey (1026 Jackson St.). Doug Koebernick, the Inspector General of the Nebraska Correctional System for the Nebraska Legislature, will discuss the use of restrictive housing (solitary confinement) in Nebraska's prison system, as well as other current conditions in the prison system. Research has shown that solitary confinement has detrimental effects on individuals, including negative impacts on mental health. ~Caregiver Solutions Group: Thursday, February 7 from 10:00 11:30am This solutions group is a wonderful resource for those caring for loved ones. The caregivers gathered, take a topic of the group s choosing and receive input from the facilitator and members of the group. Learn how to deal with a variety of caregiver issues and obtain specific skills or knowledge while engaging in supportive discussion. The event is free. Nancy Flaherty, MS, CDP specializes in dementia care and offers education in this field and also works with individuals and families. Servite Center of Compassion, 7400 Military Avenue. Call 402-951 -3026, email scc@osms.org, or visit www.osms.org. Prayer for Those Serving our Country in the Military Please keep these men and women in your prayers: John Banker, David Banker, Leigh Barry, Carl Benander, John Bergmann, Thomas Buechler, Thomas Caniglia, Maury Champoux, Chandler Clark, Shaun Cyr, Jake Dreessen, Ryan Fetters, Ed Fuchs, Aaron Hagy, Amber Hagy, Jonathon Hale, Jordan Hammond, Wesley Hulstein, Deborah Infante, Jack Johnston, Danielle Jorgenson, TJ Kafka, Alex Kelly, Daniel Kudlacz, Doug Langhorst, Donovan Leary, Andrew Leary, Matthew Leary, Jackie Leary, Nick Lynch, Cameron McWilliams, Jessica Milbourn, Eli Reichert, Karoline Rieks, Chris Rivers, Nathan Rokes, Jake Schumacher, Ryan Walker, Sean P. Walz, Andrea J. White, Nate Whisler, Matt Wolford, Maggie Yakus If you have a loved one (family or friend) who is currently serving our country and would like their name listed each week here asking for prayers, please email dina@stleo.net. O Prince of Peace, we humbly ask Your protection for all our men and women in military service. Give them unflinching courage to defend with honor, dignity, and devotion the rights of all who are imperiled by injustice and evil. +Amen CARE Certificates Available at the Parish office during the week $10 Arbys Barnes & Noble Bath & Body Works Buffalo Wild Wings Burger King Chipotle Culvers Dairy Queen Marcus Theater Panera Bread Runza Scooters Starbucks Subway Taco Bell Wendys $15 Itunes Thank you for your support! $25 Amazon, Applebees, Barnes & Noble, Bass Pro, Banana Republic, Bath & Body Works, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Bonefish Grill, Buffalo Wild Wings, Cabelas, Carrabas, Cheddars, Cheesecake Factory, Dick s Sporting Goods, Family Fare, Fareway, Flemings, Fresh Thyme, Gap, Kohls, Home Depot, Longhorn Steakhouse, Lowes, Marcus Theater, Menards, Old Navy, Olive Garden, Outback, Red Lobster, Romeos, Shell Gas, Starbucks, Target, Whole Foods, Walmart $50 BP Gas, Family Fare $100 Family Fare, Kohl s Target, Walmart (Sam s Club) 10 l St. Leo Catholic Church

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