July 17, 2011 - Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time page 2 St. Parish St. Francis Francis of of Assisi AssisiTeutopolis, Parish Illinois Teutopolis, Illinois Parish Office 203 E. Main St., P.O. Box 730, Teutopolis, IL 62467-0730 Office Hours: Mon. -Fri. 9:00 am -4:30 pm Phone... (217) 857-6404 Fax... (217) 857-1031 Parish E-mail... stfrancischurch@mchsi.com Parish website: stfrancischurch.com Submit written bulletin notices by noon Monday. Diocesan website: www.dio.org Sacramental Celebrations Weekday Liturgy: See inside schedule Weekend Liturgy: Saturday 5:30 pm; Sunday 7:00, 8:45, & 10:30 am Holy Days Liturgy: Eve 7:00 pm; Day 6:00 am, noon & 7:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday: 3:30-4:30 pm Thursday before First Friday: 3:30-4:30 pm Anytime by appointment Sacrament of Matrimony: Arrangements must be made a minimum of 6 months in advance with the Pastor. Sacrament of Baptism: Baptism Prep. class is required before baptism. Please call office to pre-register. Parish Pastoral Team Fr. Austin Albers, OFM, Pastor Fr. Vernon Olmer, OFM, Associate Pastor Fr. Ken Rosswog, OFM, Associate Pastor Maria Wargolet, Director of Music Ministry Theresa Draper, Coordinator of Music Ministry Anita Broom, Bookkeeper Bernice Matteson, Part-time Secretary Jane Miller, Part-time Secretary Ron Ruholl, Maintenance Religious Education: Sr. A. Pierre Wilken, OSF, Director of Faith Formation: 857-6404 Sr. Ann Siemer, SSND, Gr. Sch./Jr. Hi. DRE: 857-6477/3015 Lisa Siemer, Youth Director & Sr. High CRE: 857-1500 Carlene Rauch, Part-time Rel. Ed. Secretary: 857-6477 Trustees: Terry Meyer & Tina Brumleve Parish Council: Jim Apke Kay McMahon Bruce Buhnerkempe Doug Mette John Bushur Deb Niebrugge Sandy Fisher Jodie Pruemer Jack Hardiek
St. Francis of Assisi Parish Teutopolis, Illinois page 2 From The Pastor Dear Parishioners, We thank the Lord for the good weather, although a little warm, for our picnic. At least we were not rained out. I wish to thank all the parishioners who gave a helping hand in running our various booths, especially our young men and women. Also thanks to all the parishioners who donated items for our raffles, the children s raffle as well as the major raffle. I am sorry if you did not win anything, but neither did I, except a couple of cakes. I could not pull out my own name or any of the friars. Congratulations to all of our winners. Thank you to all of you who gave from your treasures. I especially enjoyed seeing the children having a great time and I know they got their monies from mom and dad. Thanks to all who worked so hard behind the scenes, the set-up people, and those who cleaned up after it was all over. To all who served the delicious meal, your labor was deeply appreciated. To the staff who worked timelessly to make sure everything went according to the plans, thanks. I owe a special debt of gratitude to the officers and their spouses of the Ladies Sodality and the Holy Name men. I know and saw how hard you worked. To anyone I missed, I say thank you so much. The picnic was once again a grand success. May the Lord bless you a hundred-fold with good health and happiness. ********** Recently, I celebrated my birthday. You were all so kind, and I thank you for the many cards, best wishes, gifts and thoughtfulness to take time to wish me the best. God has been very good to me, and I am most grateful to the Lord and you, the parishioners of St. Francis. Please continue to remember me in your prayers. May the Lord bless you many times over as only He can reward you! God bless you and your families. Peace, Love, Joy Fr. Austin Have You Noticed the new parking lot on the East side of church? This new lot gives us 18 additional parking spaces of which 16 of these spaces are intended for those with minimal disabilities, senior citizens and those who have trouble walking. Two spaces will be marked handicapped. So please be considerate; if you are healthy and have no trouble walking, park elsewhere. Thanks for your cooperation. Meditation for Sunday, July 17th The Spirit helps us in our weakness. (Romans 8:26) Have you ever noticed how ready we are to take up one form of prayer petition and how uncomfortable we tend to feel about other forms, especially the kind of prayer mentioned in today s second reading? We tend to be very good at asking God for his help or healing, for an end to war and abortion, or for grace and protection for family members. There seems to be no end to our needs, and no lack of confidence that God will hear and answer us. Of course, this is a very good way to pray, and God loves to pour out his blessings in response to our petitions. But there is another form of prayer that is just as valuable and just as necessary to our spiritual lives: the prayer that listens for God s wisdom and revelation. In today s Gospel, Jesus uses parables and analogies to teach the crowd how to understand the kingdom of God. And behind every parable and story Jesus told was his desire to announce what has lain hidden from the foundation of the world (Matthew 13:35). Jesus isn t done unveiling mysteries to his people. Through his Holy Spirit, he wants to unfold the truths of the gospel to each one of us, just as he has done for countless believers throughout the centuries. He wants to help us understand the things of God so that we can take hold of his kingdom more fully each day and bear fruit in this world. At Mass today, let the Holy Spirit come to the aid of your spiritual weakness. As you listen to the Scripture readings, ask the Spirit to show you God's kingdom in a new way. During communion, tell him that you re ready to listen to whatever he puts on your heart. Then, watch and see how the Spirit works. Come, Holy Spirit, and guide my prayer. You know the mind of God. You know the deepest desires of his heart. By your grace, open my eyes to these mysteries. Help me see Jesus more clearly. The Word Among Us
July 17, 2011 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time page 3 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Liturgy Schedule 16th Week in Ordinary Time July 18-24 St. Camillus de Lellis Mass at 6:30 am Mass at 6:30 & 8:00 am St. Apollinaris Mass at 6:30 am St. Lawrence of Brindisi Mass at 6:30 am St. Mary Magdalene Mass at 6:30 & 8:00 am St. Bridget of Sweden Mass at 5:30 pm 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass at 7:00, 8:45, 10:30 am Confession Schedule Saturday, July 23-3:30-4:30 pm Liturgy of the Hours with Friars Monday-Friday -- 11:45 am & 4:45 pm Question of the Week What purpose could evil & temptation serve in life? Wisdom 12:13, 16-19 Romans 8:26-7 Matthew 13:24-43 Pray for the Sick Please remember in your prayers those who are sick, especially: Sr. Clara Esker, Cathy Green, Nicholas Rhodes, Renae Roepke, Eddie Siemer, Cheryl Ann Huber Stewardship of Treasure Sunday Total Fiscal 7/10/2011 Year 277 Adult envelopes $6,694.50 $14,462.00 Other $465.51 $995.37 TOTAL $7,160.01 $15,457.37 GOAL $9,900.00 $19,800.00 Parish Calendar Tuesday, July 19 Secular Franciscans meet, 6:00 pm St. Clare, 7:00 pm Church Thursday, July 21 Bible Study, 10:00 am St. Clare Monastery Museum mtg., 7:00 pm, Museum Meeting Room Saturday, July 23 Confessions, 3:30-4:30 pm All Church Ministers please mark your calendars for Monday, October 10 th at 7:00 p.m. for a meeting on the latest in church changes. Special Collection for Catholic Charities This collection will be taken at all Masses next weekend. Please use the envelope provided for it in your set. Read the fact sheet in this week s bulletin, and see what your contributions helped provide within the past year. Any monetary donation you can make at this time would be greatly appreciated. All contributions will be given to Effingham Catholic Charities. Thank you. BIBLE STUDY for the summer will continue as Church History. We meet on the third Thursday of the month. Our next meeting will be this week, July 21 10::00 a.m. in St. Clare Hall. Everyone is welcome. This month we will look at early Christian persecutions until Christianity becomes the state Religion. RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is now meeting. If you or anyone you know has expressed an interest in checking out what the Catholic Church teaches please contact Sr. Pierre for more information. 857-6404 ext. 227 There are no commitments, no pressure, just information. This week s topic: The Communion of Saints Homebound Ministers Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion to the Homebound for Sunday, July 24th are: Theresa Funneman 821-4867 Carlene Rauch 857-3686
St. Francis of Assisi Parish Teutopolis, Illinois page 4 Q. I was recently asked to be my niece's godmother, and I am wondering if the responsibilities of godparents have changed since I was a child? A. The Rite of Baptism for Children was promulgated in 1969. One of the purposes of the new rite was to express more clearly the role and responsibilities of the parents and godparents. The emphasis is on the role of parents as the primary educators in faith of their children. By their example, they will teach their children about God, about loving their neighbor, practicing the mysteries of the church and growing in their faith. Godparents are charged with helping the parents in their duties. Perhaps they best achieve this by being examples of faith, showing their godchild by word and deed what it means to be a practicing Catholic. As the child grows older, this is especially important; and your attendance/participation at first penance and first Communion, confirmation and other church related activities makes a big impression. The rite has changed, but the responsibility of the godparents has essentially remained the same. In short, you are to support the parents, give good example and be a model of faith for the young soul entrusted to your care. 2009 Liturgical Publications Inc Angel Food Ministries The July menu is on the round table at the rectory/parish office entrance. Last date to order is July 22nd. It s Fair Time Again Springfield Right to Life needs volunteers for the Right to Life State Fair Booth from Friday, August 12 through Sunday, August 21. Over two thousand men, women and children of all ages visit our booth to pick up literature, sign a pro-life petition and show their support for life. The scheduling is for three hour shifts starting at 9:00 am with the last shift ending at 9:00 pm. We need four volunteers per shift. Being a volunteer at our booth is an opportunity to be a witness for the unborn. It is a very positive experience and our presence does make a difference. A single woman who was pregnant and was being pressured by her family to have an abortion, came into our booth, picked up some literature and the next day sought support from a pro-life pregnancy center to keep her baby. Please help us. Older children and teens are welcome to come and make a difference too. Call Andrea Judd 544-1300 or Retta @ the Right to Life Office 523-2700 for more information. Information about the Dominican Sisters of Springfield and Their Missions in Peru, S. A. In 1873, six Kentucky, Dominican Sisters were sent to Jacksonville, Illinois to teach the children of Irish immigrants. In two years, these Sisters became an independent congregation. By 1893, the rapid growth of the new community led to a move to Springfield, Illinois. They have been committed to following the spirit of St. Dominic Guzman who established the Order of Preachers in southern France in 1206, to preach and to teach. At present, besides their educational, healthcare and pastoral ministries, they have become involved in a wide spectrum of ministries to meet new and changing needs. These include literacy programs, prison ministry, marriage tribunal, parish life coordinators, pastoral associates, liturgists, counselors and as advocates for the poor and marginalized, especially women and children, and ongoing involvement in social justice issues. Through a flourishing associate program, many lay people share in the sisters ministry of preaching God s truth and compassion. In response to the plea of Pope John XXIII asking that sisters help to meet the needs of the church in Latin America, the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois sent four sisters to La Oroya, Peru. They arrived in 1965. The Dominican Sisters now have a House of Formation for girls who are called to join the community. There are nine final professed sisters whom we minister with in Peru. The Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois have three houses in Peru. There is a House of Formation in Lima and two missions high in the Andes Mountains. One is La Oroya, a smeltering city that refines lead, zinc and copper. The other is Jarpa, a village of farmers and shepherds. These are their only mission areas outside the U.S. Sister Georgiana Stubner, who was born and raised in Chicago, will be here to give a mission appeal on July 30 & 31. She lived in La Oroya for 2½ years. She is now a pastoral associate at St. Mary and St. Mark Parish in Madison and Venice, Illinois. OOPS Forgot to put Maria Wargolet s address in last week s bulletin just in case you would like to send her a card. 16013 E 1600th Ave Effingham, IL 62401
July 17, 2011 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time page 5 St. Francis Church Picnic.2011 Yet again, our parish picnic brought together the community, young and old, for a fun-filled day! Whether picnicgoers went home with a full stomach, cake-walk dessert, or bag stuffed full of penny prizes, it s agreed that Sunday was a success! So, thank-you to all who made it possible, from the chicken sorters to the bingo callers and everyone in between. You are the reason we served 1,984 meals and had a happy crowd on the picnic grounds. Congratulations to the top adult raffle winners: $4,000 Cash Jane Ruholl (Robbie) Honda Scooter Brent McMahon 32 Flat Screen TV Jessica Rhodes $500 Robert Poston Patio Set Kathy Sparks Congratulations to the top children s raffle winners: Nintendo Wii Karla Kenter $100 Cash Tyler Feldhake $100 Cash Mikayla Blankenship Nintendo DS Derek Deters 26 Bicycle Jenna Kremer 26 Bicycle Mary Lou Hardiek 26 Bicycle Joey Runde The Sodality quilt was won by Rita Habing Many thanks! Officers of the Men s and Ladies Sodalities, Steve Gillespie, Men s Sodality President Angie Hotze, Ladies Sodality President Many Thanks We can t let the excitement of the picnic pass without adding our thanks for the donation of the new gas stoves for the CCW kitchen. They are wonderful!. Both the ovens and the stove tops were utilized in preparing the food for the picnic dinner. The recently purchased warmer unit worked great in keeping the food at a perfect temperature. We appreciate all the improvements that have been made to the CCW kitchen. The Council of Catholic Women Officers Holy Humor Misheard on the nineteenth hole: Well, this week we can only play one day. No, Monday s no good. Besides, it s supposed to be windy. Wednesday? That s not great for me. How about Thursday? I m thirsty too. Let s have a drink. Prayer Vigil for Life Immaculate Conception Church, Mattoon, will host the July 18th prayer vigil for life. Fr. Dennis Kollross will be celebrant and homilist for the 6:00 pm Mass. (Note the time change.) Praying the rosary will follow immediately. Meeting will be in the parish center at 7:30 pm. Viewing a short segment of the July Lifetalk News Video, current legislation and area pro-life events will be on the evening s agenda. Crossroad Walkers Crossroad Walkers will be here on Tuesday, July 19th. These college students started their walk across America in late May and will arrive in Washington by August 15th. Would you open your home and your heart for one night for one of these students? They dedicate their entire summer to spread the pro-life message in every state in their journey. Please call Mrs. Jack Koester (217-857- 3060), if you would like to offer one night of rest. St. Michael Church Picnic Today, Sunday, July 17th, 2011. A terrific homecooked chicken and ham dinner will be served in the airconditioned gym from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Large plate is $7.00, small plate is $5.00. Also many games to enjoy including Bingo, Plinko, Hooligan, Raffle, Mystery Boxes.... Come explore the Bargain Barn for a great buy! Country Store will be full of fresh produce and baked goods. Try your luck at winning a cake at the Cake Walk. Refreshments available on the grounds. Come enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors under the shade trees. FACE will be performing from 4:00-5:00 pm. Bring a lawn chair and sit and enjoy the music. Hope to see you all there! Dear Fr. Austin and Members of St. Francis Church, Once again I express my deep gratitude to you of my hometown parish for your generous donation of $2,000 for our ASC mission in La Paz, Bolivia. I thank you in the name of our people. You might want to check our webpage: www.saludintegral.org because without your help, we probably would not be able to continue our ministry in Center Salud Integral. May God bless your generosity. Sister Ann Fearday Stewardship Corner For everything is from you, and we only give you what we already have received from you. (I Chronicles 29:14-16)
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