Include adoration in your devotions this summer. You are personally invited to join me for an intimate hour of prayer. Admission is always free. I have your reserved seat waiting. Love always, Jesus Eucharistic Adoration begins after the 8:00 am Mass each Tuesday and ends just before the 8:00 am Mass on Wednesday. More adorers are welcome to join us any hour. An adorer is needed for the 10:30-11:30 am slot immediately. Please contact Susie Schmideler at sschmide@sbcglobal.net or 414-630-0410. Our God Is a God of Love Happy Sunday, Friends! I hope this column finds you all thriving and enjoying your summer. If you have a moment, read through this Sunday s readings again. I think they speak to the situation in our country in very important and challenging ways. (Wisdom 1: 13-15, 2: 23-24; 2 Corinthian 8:7, 9, 13-15; and Mark 5:21-43) As I prayed through these readings, I found a somewhat scathing rebuke from the Holy Spirit about how we are treating our brothers and sisters on the border. God did not make death, nor does he rejoice in the destruction of the living The creatures of the world are wholesome For God formed man to be imperishable; the image of his own nature he made him. These words from Wisdom are clear. All human beings have dignity, regardless of whether or not they entered this country with documentation, regardless of how many others are fleeing persecution and seeking asylum here. If God himself does not rejoice in the suffering of human beings, even when they sin or break laws, neither can we. For you know the gracious act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, for your sake he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. Jesus himself, in the second reading, shows us the path we are to take by modeling it for us. He was rich but became poor for our sake. He was God and became human for our sake. We have all received from Jesus what we did not deserve and did not earn. There is not a person among us who has not greatly benefited from the unconditional charity of another. And we are called to imitate him and do the same for others: Not that others should have relief while you are burdened, but that as a matter of equality your abundance at the present time should supply their needs, so that their abundance may also supply your needs. While we have abundance, we are asked to give to those who do not - out of Christian charity, first and foremost, but also because the day will come when we are the ones in need and will we not expect others to have compassion on us? The Kingdom of God is a kingdom of equality. It is a kingdom in which we share our bounty with others. Again, because Jesus Christ shared his bounty with us, freely, undeservedly, unconditionally. And we see this in the Gospel. Mark describes for us Jesus compassion and mercy toward two members of the community: one a rich, powerful synagogue official and one a sick, unclean hemorrhaging woman. And the really radical thing is that Jesus treats them exactly the same. He answers both of their prayers. He heals the synagogue official s daughter and he heals the hemorrhaging woman. He does not discriminate based on social status, wealth, legalities, or country of origin. He does not ask for documentation before showing compassion and mercy. He responds with charity. This is what it means to hold a consistent ethic of life. Issues of immigration and treatment of people at the border are pro-life issues. We may disagree on what immigration issues exist. We may disagree on how to solve those issues. These issues are complicated and there is no clear answer. But as Christians, we cannot disagree that it is wrong to forcibly separate children from their parents without grave cause. We cannot disagree that it is wrong to prevent their reunification. We cannot call ourselves Christians and believe that people deserve to be treated as less than human because they aren t from this country, entered this country without documentation, or because they dared come to a checkpoint seeking asylum from the terrors of their home country. As many U.S. Catholic Bishops have said, what does it mean to be pro-life but support the unjust treatment of humans, especially children, at the border? The Scriptures for today are clear. Our God is a God of life. He is a God of love. He is a God who created us with dignity and never rejoices in the debasement of that dignity or the infliction of suffering. He leads with compassion. So the questions I leave us with are these: How can we seek policies that lead with compassion? How can we respect the right of all people to seek a safe home, their right to immigration and asylum, while also respecting our right to safe and secure boarders? How might the Gospel read if, rather than a synagogue official and a hemorrhaging woman, Jesus met a border patrol officer and an undocumented immigrant? Would his response be any different? How can you be Christ in the midst of this conflict? May God bless us and guide us in these challenging and complicated times. May he show us a way forward that is both compassionate and just. And may he watch over the children taken and alone. Yours in Christ, Claire Ziolkowski, Pastoral Associate Eucharistic Adoration Readings for the Week of July 1, 2018 Sunday: Wis 1:13-15; 2:23-24/Ps 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11, 12, 13/ 2 Cor 8:7, 9, 13-15/Mk 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35b-43 Monday: Am 2:6-10, 13-16/Ps 50:16bc-17, 18-19, 20-21, 22-23/ Mt 8:18-22 Tuesday: Eph 2:19-22/Ps 117:1bc, 2 [Mk 16:15]/Jn 20:24-29 Wednesday: Am 5:14-15, 21-24/Ps 50:7, 8-9, 10-13, 16bc-17/ Mt 8:28-34 Thursday: Am 7:10-17/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11/Mt:1-8 Friday: Am 8:4-6, 9-12/Ps 119:2, 10, 20, 30, 40, 131 [Mt 4:4]/ Mt 9:9-13 Saturday: Am 9:11-15/Ps 85:9ab and 10, 11-12, 13-14 [cf. 9b]/ Mt 9:14-17 Next Sunday: Ez 2:2-5/Ps 123:1-2, 2, 3-4 [2cd]/2 Cor 12:7-10/ Mk 6:1-6a St. Boniface Catholic Parish 262-628-2040 Page 2 July 1, 2018
Fourth of July On Wednesday, July 4, Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 am in St. Boniface Church. The Parish Office will be closed. Eucharistic Adoration will take place as usual from Tuesday, July 3, to Wednesday, July 4. Baptisms Please welcome and pray for the newest members of our faith community: Cole R. Boeker, son of Bradley Boeker and Abigail Zuber; Donovan Paul DeGeorge, son of Ryan DeGeorge and Megan Hinke; Arya Lee Kobylarczyk, daughter of Keith Kobylarczyk and Jessica Wagner; Finley James Wall, daughter of Benjamin Wall and Jill Ann Henderson; Brianna Hope Carney, daughter, and Connor Duke Carney, son of Matthew Carney and Gina Sippy; and Lincoln Cole Kinkade, son of Jason Kinkade and Amber Barry. Deacon Jim Starke baptized them last Sunday afternoon at St. Boniface Church. Sacraments Baptism: May be scheduled on the second weekend of the month during the 10:00 am Mass or the fourth Sunday of the month at noon in Church. Matrimony: At least one member of an engaged couple should be a registered member of St. Boniface; make plans six months in advance. Reconciliation: Held in the Reconciliation Room in the back of church on Saturdays from 3:30-4:00 pm or by personal appointment with Fr. Mike. Anointing of the Sick: Parishioners experiencing serious health conditions may request to be anointed. Call the parish office for more information. Happy Holiday Dear Parishioners, Let s include time for Mass, prayer, family and friends this 4th of July. May we remember to thank God, our leaders and our armed forces for the blessings of freedom in the United States of America. Many blessings, Fr. Mike Altar Servers, Lectors & Bread Ministers July 7 Saturday, 4:30 pm Mass - Church Altar Servers Asheley Schmitt & Evan Schmitt Lectors Tom Schueller & Les Borman Eucharistic Ministers Catherine Drinan - EM1 Robert Bates - EM2, Leon Krug - EM3.. July 8, Sunday, 8:00 am Mass - Church Altar Servers Noah Miller-Scherrer & Jacob Stephan Lectors Frank Hoeffler & Greg Lakoski Eucharistic Ministers Bob Smialek - EM1 Joyce Dhein - EM2, Frank Hoeffler - EM3.. July 8, Sunday, 10:00 am Mass - Church Altar Servers Greyson Becker & Kathryn Urban Lectors Cathy Stresing & Sue Colegrove Eucharistic Ministers Rick Cowan - EM1 Mary Jo Koenen - EM2, Jason Schmid - EM3 Liturgical Schedule Saturday Mass: 4:30 pm (Church) Sunday Mass: 8:00 am and 10:00 am (Church) Weekdays in Church: Monday: Communion Service at 8:00 am. Tuesday through Friday: Mass at 8:00 am. Eucharistic Adoration in Church: Begins after 8:00 am Mass every Tuesday; ends before 8:00 am Mass on Wednesday. Call Susie Schmideler at 414-630-0410/sschmide@sbcglobal.net to join Eucharistic Adoration team. Sacrament of Reconciliation in Church: Saturday 3:30 to 4:00 pm or by personal appointment with Fr. Mike. Parish Prayer Line: Call Nicki Zimmer at 262-250-9347 or zimfam@wi.rr.com. St. Boniface Catholic Parish 262-628-2040 Page 3 July 1, 2018
Independence Day Prayer for the Nation God of our forebears, in tumultuous times our ancestors made their way to a new land, seeking prosperity and peace. The wealth of a new nation lay before them, as well as the challenge to use wisely the gifts of the good earth and the industriousness of a people forged in the crucible of revolution and the high-minded ideals of life and liberty. Strengthen within us the pursuit of justice, the desire for equality, the love of true freedom. May all the citizens of our country work unceasingly to promote the common good so that all may share in the pursuit of happiness sought by the founders of our land. Amen. Family Promise Thanks Last week, four families stayed at St. Boniface for the week. Thanks to Ann Lambert and her group of volunteers for their commitment to this project. Family Promise provides shelter, meals, and support for the homeless with Washington County congregations. The families we hosted were parents and children including toddlers who found a safe haven at St. Boniface. SCRIP SCRIP is so much more than gas and grocery. It is an excellent way to raise money without additional cost. You can earn rebates that apply to your St. Boniface School tuition or Faith Formation. Purchase SCRIP online or stop by the Seminarian Room after Mass to purchase cards. Please contact the Scrip Coordinator at scrip@stbonifacewi.org with any questions. Thank you for your support! Pastoral Council Discernment The Pastoral Council serves the parish by advising and assisting the Pastor in the various ministries of the parish. We are currently seeking to fill two open adult positions and two youth positions. Adult positions are a three year commitment, youth positions are a one year commitment and are open to parish youth between the ages of 14 and 18. Pastoral Council nomination forms are available in Church and Sippel Hall this weekend. Dianna Stoffel will provide more information. Contact her at 262-617-3459 or diannastoffel@charter.net to know when to attend the discernment meeting. KC Brat Fry The St. Boniface Knights of Columbus invite you to its first Brat Fry of the summer on Saturday, July 14, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Germantown Pick N Save on Mequon Road. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support various charitable causes of the Council. Join Us Are you new to the area or visiting from another parish? Welcome to our faith community. We invite you to become a member of the parish family. Please call the Parish Office at 262-628-2040 for more information. Thank you. Welcome to St. Boniface July 2 Food Pantry The St. Boniface - St. Gabriel Food Pantry is open the first and third Monday of each month from 3:00 7:00 pm in the Parish Center. It will be open on Monday, July 2, the first Monday of July. St. Boniface Catholic Parish 262-628-2040 Page 4 July 1, 2018
Bonifest 2018 Labor Day Weekend September 1 and 2, 2018 Bonifest will once again take place Labor Day Weekend, September 1-2, 2018. This year, the festival will be held on Saturday from 5:30-11:00 pm and Sunday from 11:00 am - 11:00 pm. For all the details, please visit our website at http://www.stbonifacewi.org/bonifest Here are some highlights: NEW FOR 2018! - Camel Races! - More details to come soon 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament - Held inside on Saturday morning from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. This fun and competitive tournament is for boys and girls grades 5-12. Contact Joe Meyer at wi@ubuildit.com to sign up. Beer Tent and Delicious Food - Enjoy some ice cold beer and delicious food on Saturday from 5:30-11:00 pm and on Sunday from 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Kids Game Tent and Inflatables - Kids of all ages will enjoy the variety of games and inflatables on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon Mass - Bring your family and friends and enjoy Mass in Church on Saturday at 4:30 pm or Mass under the tent on Sunday at 10:00 am Bingo - Sunday from 12:00-4:00 pm in Sippel Hall AMAZING Musical Performances The Love Monkeys - Saturday from 7:00-11:00 pm Bobby Way and the Fabulous Wayouts - Sunday from 12:00-4:00 pm Rebel Grace - Sunday from 7:00-11:00 pm Help Wanted Are you looking to make a few extra bucks? Like seeing young, smiling, HUNGRY faces? We are looking for a few people to work the Hot Lunch program next year. Currently, we have openings on Wednesdays and Fridays and always need people who are able to sub. If you are interested, please contact the school office. Handicap Parking Handicap parking spaces in the Church and school parking lots are for persons whose cars have a handicap sticker. Please respect these parking spaces intended only for drivers with handicap stickers. Please note there is a Collection Box in the back of Church for Box Tops, etc. Deposits can be made there as well as in the Parish Center entrance. Electronic Giving Did you know that you can make contributions for Stewardship or the Building Fund/Capital Campaign by electronic funds? No more checks, no more envelopes. All you need to do is fill out a form and give us a voided check and we will take care of the rest. Contact the Director of Administrative Services, at 262-628-2040, ext. 11, or das@stbonifacewi.org A form is available on the parish website. Mass Intentions We have many openings remaining for Mass intentions this year for weekdays. Masses may be scheduled by calling 262-628-2040 or visiting the parish office. Whether you ask us to remember a deceased loved one, a person who is living or any special need, be assured that your intention will be remembered. Stipends are $10 per Mass and may be paid at time of request or placed in an envelope for Mass collections. Every parish pastor is required by canon law to offer at least one Mass on weekends for the needs and intentions of parishioners. St. Boniface Catholic Parish 262-628-2040 Page 5 July 1, 2018
Monday, July 2 All Day - Sippel Hall Closed for Maintenance 5:45 am Germantown Rec Dept (GRD) Summer Kids Klub Seminarian Room 5:45 am GRD Tyke Site/Tyke Site Plus School 3:00 pm Food Pantry Parish Center Tuesday, July 3 All Day - Sippel Hall Closed for Maintenance 5:45 pm GRD Summer Kids Klub Seminarian Room 5:45 pm GRD Tyke Site/Tyke Site Plus School 8:00 am GRD Art Classes School Wednesday, July 4 Independence Day Parish Office closed. Thursday, July 5 5:45 pm GRD Summer Kids Klub Seminarian Room 5:45 pm GRD Tyke Site/Tyke Site Plus School 1:30 pm Parish Staff Meeting Parish Office Friday, July 6 5:45 pm GRD Summer Kids Klub Seminarian Room 5:45 pm GRD Tyke Site/Tyke Site Plus School Saturday, July 7 Activities Sunday, July 8 4:30 pm Germantown Girls Hawks Practice Sippel Hall Illness or Death If your loved one or neighbor is ill or has died, please contact the Parish Office. Help us reach out to parish families in need of comfort and support by calling the Parish Office at 262-628-2040. If we are not in the office, you may leave a message at any time. St. Boniface Parish Mass Attendance June 16-17: 682 Parish Calendar for Week of July 1, 2018 Mass Intentions Monday, July 2 Weekday 8:00 am Communion Service Church Tuesday, July 3 St. Thomas, Apostle 8:00 am Mass +Eveline and John Kohl Church Wednesday, July 4 Weekday 8:00 am Mass +Donald Neu Church Thursday, July 5 St. Elizabeth of Portugal and St. Anthony Zaccaria, Priest 8:00 am Mass +Billy Newberg Church Friday, July 6 St. Maria Goretti, Virgin and Martyr 8:00 am Mass Robbie Bakic Church Saturday, July 7 Blessed Virgin Mary 3:30 pm Reconciliation Church 4:30 pm Mass +Millie Clawitter Church Sunday, July 8 Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am Mass +Michael Micka Church 10:00 am Mass Living and Deceased of St. Boniface Church Fr. Mike Petrie Robert Banner Sharon Braun Bill McDonnell Dianna Stoffel Jerry Weidmann Ken Zuber Pastoral Council Youth Member: Elliott Lehman Jim Ebert - Chair Chair-Elect Trustees: John Rinaldi - Secretary Mike Kendall - Treasurer St. Boniface Parish Office W204 N11940 Goldendale Road 262-628-2040 Fax: 262-628-2076 St. Boniface Catholic School W204 N11968 Goldendale Road 262-628-1955 Fax: 262-628-2076 St. Boniface Catholic Parish 262-628-2040 Page 6 July 1, 2018
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