St. Joseph Parish 404 W Lawrence St Appleton WI 54911-5817 Phone: 920-734-7195; Fax: 920-734-0227 November 26, 2017 Feast of Christ the King www.saintjosephparish.org PASTORAL STAFF: Capuchin - Pastor, Fr. James P. Leary, O.F.M. Cap., Frjim@SaintJosephParish.org Inter-Parish Religious Formation 738-7413 Coordinator K-4/Eucharist: Diane Cahall 920-419-8738 Coordinator 5-8/Reconciliation: Jennifer Schubring Deacon / Pastoral Associate, Mark Farrell; Farrell@SaintJosephParish.org Youth Ministry 6-12, Coordinator 9-11, Confirmation: Peter Leitermann Deacon / Pastoral Minister, C.F. Dedman; CFDedman@SaintJosephParish.org CELEBRATION of the SACRAMENTS: Interparish Adult Enrichment, Mary Ann Otto; Marriage: Active parish membership of 6 months is required before a wedding date may Motto@StMaryParish.org... 739-5119 Music Director, Jill Rosenthal; JBeyer@SaintJosephParish.org Bookkeeper, Jane Kolosso; JKolosso@SaintJosephParish.org Bus. Admin.: Linda Baumruk; LBaumruk@SaintJosephParish.org Secretary, Barb Mauthe; BMauthe@SaintJosephParish.org St. Joseph Parish is a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System 735-9380 be set. Reconciliation: Saturdays from 9 until approximately 9:30 am or call for an appointment. Baptism: Please call the Parish Office 2 months in advance. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the Parish Office anytime. MASS TIMES Saturdays: 4:00 p.m.; Sundays: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 6:30 p.m. Weekdays: Mondays, Tuesdays, & Fridays: 12:05 p.m. Check bulletin for Holy Day Schedules.
ST. JOSEPH PARISH Fr Jim s Jottings Pope Pius XI instituted The Feast of Christ the King in 1925 for the universal church. He connected the increasing denial of Christ as king to the rise of secularism throughout much of Europe. Many Christians (including Catholics) began to doubt Christ's authority and existence, as well as the Church's power to continue Christ's authority. Pius XI, and the rest of the Christian world, witnessed the rise of non-christian dictatorships in Europe, and saw Catholics being taken in by these earthly leaders. These dictators often attempted to assert authority over the Church. Just as the Feast of Corpus Christi was instituted when devotion to the Eucharist was at a low point, the Feast of Christ the King was instituted during a time when respect for Christ and the Church was waning, when the feast was needed most. Pope Pius hoped the institution of the feast would have various effects. They were: 1. That nations would see that the Church has the right to freedom, and immunity from the state. 2. That leaders and nations would see that they are bound to give respect to Christ. 3. That the faithful would gain strength and courage from the celebration of the feast, as we are reminded that Christ must reign in our hearts, minds, wills, and bodies. Today, the same distrust of authority exists, although the problem has gotten worse. Individualism has been embraced to such an extreme, that for many, the only authority is the individual self. The idea of Christ as ruler is rejected in such a strongly individualistic system. Also, many balk at the idea of kings and queens, believing them to be antiquated and possibly oppressive. In some cases this might be true (some kings have been oppressive). But these individuals miss the point: Christ's kingship is one of humility and service. Jesus said You know that those who are recognized as rulers over the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones make their authority over them felt. But it shall not be so among you. Rather, whoever wishes to become great among you will be your servant; whoever wishes to be first among you will be the slave of all. For the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Please Pray for Please pray for all parishioners who are ill: Norman Groth, Annabel Condit, Judy Voecks, Bill Vanden Elzen, Karin Posdal, Kathy Holston Please also remember our nursing home residents and shut-ins. Please remember to pray for our parishioners or family members of our parishioners who have died: Ronald Wichman Sr. (brother-in-law of Margaret Foth & Carol Barth), Rita LaCount (mother of Amy Michaels and cousin of Arnie VandenBoomen) Calendar Raffle Thanks to all those who stopped and picked up their envelope in the back of church. Three Raffle Calendars are in each envelope. We ask you to buy/sell those Calendars between now and the end of the year. (If you would like more Calendars, they are on the radiators in back of church or at our front office desk.) Many parishioners have bought these Calendars and given them to family and friends as gifts at Thanksgiving and Christmas. It s a great gift that lasts a full year for just $20. Thanks again, everyone, for your efforts to make this a successful fundraiser. Dorothy Day Presentation Kate Hennessy, author and granddaughter of Dorothy Day will discuss her book Dorothy Day: The World Will be Saved by Beauty on Tues. Nov 28 th at 6:30pm at St. Thomas More Parish in Appleton, located at 1810 N. McDonald St. Learn more about this woman being considered for canonization. Discover the History of our Diocese The Diocese of Green Bay will be celebrating 150 years on March 3, 2018. Of course our parish just finished celebrating our 150 years on March 19, 2017. You know all the events that went into our Jubilee celebration. Well, the Diocese will also have a number of items to highlight its Jubilee. A commemorative book has been compiled that features the history of the Diocese with a brief history of every parish. The book also contains some outstanding photos. The History of the Diocese of Green Bay sells for $20 and can be purchased at our front office. There is also a beautiful children s book for $10. It s a good bet you will enjoy having this keepsake! Congratulations to Our Weekly Calendar Raffle Winners! November 12: K.J. Van Hout - $25.00 November 13: Sharon Rupter - $25.00 November 14: Adam Aleson - $25.00 November 15: Fr. JIm - $25.00 November 16: Mark Savides- $25.00 November 17: Jacob Trofka - $25.00 November 18: Becky Schwaller - $25.00
NOVEMBER 26, 2017 / FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING Adult Faith Formation Opportunities Are You Single and 40+? If you are single, divorced or widowed and would like to be on the ground floor of organizing a new local fellowship group that creates and promotes a variety of events for singles please call or email Mary Ann Otto at St. Mary/St. Joseph Parish 739-5119, Ext. 110 motto@stmaryparish.org or Anita Revord at St. Thomas More Parish 739-7758 or anita@stmcath.org. Fox Valley Catholic Young Adults invite you to Brewing the Faith - December 5 Join us for Mass at Sacred Heart Parish (222 E Fremont St Appleton) at 6:30 pm and a social meet up following. Can t make it to Mass? No Worries! Join us at McGuinness Pub (201 S Walnut St. Appleton) at 7:30 pm. Appetizers are on us! *********************************************************** Attention Families with Small Children: Please consider participating in the Children's Christmas Liturgy December 24 at 6:30 p.m. Having your children participate helps to bring their faith alive and reminds everyone of the joy and beauty of Christ's birth. Please try to attend an informational meeting on Sunday December 3 after the 10 am Mass. Anyone who cannot attend and is interested in participating please contact John and Katrina Krupka either by email at katrinakrupka@yahoo.com or phone: 915-1634. Xavier Catholic Schools Corner Calling all fourth grade students! Xavier Middle School invites you to 4th Grade Day on Wednesday, Nov. 29th. Students are invited to check out what it is like to be a Xavier 5th grader. Xavier Middle School welcomes students 5th-8th grade. Reach out for more information or to reserve your spot to Admissions@XavierCatholicSchools.org or at 920-735-9380. Hope to see you there! Join us for Christmas Stars! A dazzling holiday musical revue featuring favorite Christmas tunes, traditional carols sung by our one hundred-twenty voice choir, eye popping production numbers including a re-creation of New York s Christmas parade and a stunning Living Nativity: finale to bring home the true Reason for the season.. Thursday November 30 & Fri. December 1 at 7 pm Saturday December 2 at 1 pm or 7 pm Sunday December 3 at 1 pm Thursday December 7 &Friday December 8 at 7 pm Saturday December 9 at 1 pm or 7 pm Sunday December 10 at 1 pm Tickets available at Xavier High School s Box Office or online at www.christmasstars.org. More information available at 920-733-8840. Financial News Tithing Needed......$17,480.00 Last Week s Tithing...$11,660.39 Auto Withdrawal...$695.00 Children s Collection..$84.50 Your special offering to help keep us on target would be appreciated. Thank You! Readings for the Week of November 26, 2017 Sunday: Ez 34:11-12, 15-17 Ps 23:1-3, 5-6 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28 Mt 25:31-46 Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20 Dn 3:52-56 Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45 Dn 3:57-61 Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28 Dn 3:62-67 Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rom 10:9-18 Ps 19:8-11 Mt 4:18-22 Friday: Dn 7:2-14 Dn 3:75-81 Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Dn 7:15-27 Dn 3:82-87 Lk 21:34-36 Next Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7 Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19 1 Cor 1:3-9 Mk 13:33-37 Liturgical Publications Inc. Everyday Stewardship Advent Daily Challenge Every day of Advent there will be an Everyday Stewardship reflection that springs from the daily readings, followed by the Advent Daily Challenge. The challenges will range in their level of difficulty, but will all attempt to lead us into a greater stewardship way of life. It is a great way to stay focused on what matter the most during Advent: Jesus. Visit http:// go.4lpi.com/2017adventreflections-sign-up.html page to sign up.
IPRF NEWS! First Reconciliation Celebrations Our second graders will be celebrating their First Reconciliation this week: on Tuesday, November 28 at 6 pm at St. Joseph Parish OR on Thursday, November 30 at 6 pm at St. Mary Parish. They can attend whichever celebration fits better in their schedule. REMINDER: Students need to return their books that evening. Pray for these young people as they participate in this healing sacrament. Behold the Lamb of God Please join us for the presentation of Andrew Peterson s, Behold the Lamb of God, the TRUE tall tale of the coming of Christ. Wednesday, November 29 at 6:30 pm in St. Mary Church. Courtesy Announcements Appleton Boychoir: A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS Lawrence Memorial Chapel, 510 E College Ave Appleton December 2, 2017-1 pm & 4 pm Join the Appleton Boychoir as they ring in the season with the music of Christmas! For nearly four decades the Boys have shared the beautiful message of the angels through favorite Yuletide melodies and Biblical lessons. The massive pipes of the Brombaugh organ resonate as the soaring treble voices of the choir lead the audience in song! The Copper Street Brass quintet of Minneapolis will be joining the boys for a second season. This is a community tradition that simply cannot be missed! Tickets on sale now: Reserved Seating Tickets: Preferred $15 & Premium $20. Online: www.appletonboychoir.com/events Phone 920-955-2224; Email: info@appletonboychori.com ST. JOSEPH PARISH Immaculate Conception & Christmas Mass Schedules IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HOLY DAY: December 8 Mass at 12:05 pm DECEMBER 23/24 Weekend (Sunday Obligation): 4pm on Saturday and 8 am on Sunday CHRISTMAS MASSES: Sunday, December 24: 4 pm, 6:30 pm & 10 pm; Monday, December 25: 9 am Come Enjoy The 2017 Knights of Columbus POTSAFS Christmas Breakfast St. Paul Parish Vandenberg Hall (Cafeteria) 410 Wallace St Combined Locks Sunday December 3 from 8 to Noon Women...come join us at the Women's Advent Retreat Dec. 7-10, Jesuit Retreat House...Oshkosh Welcome, women of all ages, to a weekend of peace and prayer at this Advent retreat. Lynn Reesman, retreat director, will guide us, helping us to find the Spiritual gifts of this season, and how to carry its meaning through out the year. Give yourself a spiritual Christmas treat, one that can strengthen us for the new year. For reservations call Jesuit Retreat House 920-231-9060 or e-mail: office@jesuitretreathouse.org For information on retreats call Marcie 920-923-2446 or Jane at 414-288-6851. Home for the Holidays December 10 at 2:00pm With David Meulemans (son of St. Edward Parishioner) featuring Kyra Pingel & Breylin Soto St. Edward Catholic Church N 2926 State Road 47 Mackville
November 26, 2017 / Solemnity of Christ the King WEEKLY LITURGICAL CALENDAR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 12:05 pm Dec. Fred Heinritz TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 12:05 pm Dec. Mary Bodoh 12:35 pm St. Anthony Devotions WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 12:05 pm Mass at St. Mary s THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 12:05 pm Mass at St. Mary s FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 12:05 pm Dec. Donna Larson SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 4:00 pm Dec. Hazel Sweeney SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 8:00 am Dec. Tom Lesselyong 10:00 am Dec. Carol Carlisle 6:30 pm Members of St. Joseph Parish THIS WEEK in OUR PARISH MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 7:00 pm Faith & Light Class, Rm. LL11 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 5:30 pm Chime Choir Practice, Holly Hall 6:00 pm 1st Reconciliation Celebration, Church & GH WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 6:30 pm IPRF FAMILY NIGHT: Behold the Lamb, St. Mary s THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 6:00 pm 1st Reconciliation Celebration, St. Mary Church & Community Room 6:30 pm Choir Practice, Church FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 12:35 pm Eucharistic Holy Hour, Church SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 9:00 am Private Reconciliation, Church Food Collection/ SCRIP Sales St. Nicholas Bake and Craft Sale, Great Hall SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 Food Collection/ SCRIP Sales St. Nicholas Bake and Craft Sale, Great Hall 9:30 am RCIA Gathering, Rm. 209 10:00 am Contemporary Music Mass, Church 11:00 am CRHP Christmas Party, Holly Hall Christmas Bake and Craft Sale Please bring in your Christmas crafts this week for our St. Nicholas Christmas Bake and Craft Sale next weekend. If you are bringing bakery, please bring it in on Friday before 2 pm or before the Mass you attend this weekend. Thank you for yourdonations. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1) Pray for our young people who will be receiving First Reconciliation this week for the first time. 2) Behold the Lamb of God event is being held Wednesday November 22 at 6:30 pm at St. Mary s - this is an IPRF family event. 3) Join others and spend one hour with Jesus this Friday as we have our Eucharistic Holy Hour following the 12:05 Mass. 4) Our St. Nicholas (Christmas) Bake and Craft Sale is taking place next weekend after all Masses in the Great Hall. WWDWWD (Why We Do What We Do) Is it true that singing is praying twice? Yes, that is absolutely true! St Augustine said that years and years ago and the saying has been repeated since then. Singing does take more effort than simply reciting a prayer. And it does unite a congregation even more so when we lift our voices in a melodious tune. By the way, have you ever really thought about the words of a song? They are meaningful. If we thought about the words as we sing them, we would realize we are praying twice. Sing, sing, sing! Pray, pray, pray!! WELCOME We welcome into the St. Joseph Community through Baptism. Gabriel Landon Marquez Clementine Elizabeth Ledvina SPECIAL OFFER! Buy a one-year subscription and send a six-month gift subscription for FREE! To receive this offer, call Barb Gauthier at (920)272-8208 or (877)500-3580 ext. 8208 (toll free from within the diocese. Gift subscription must be a new subscriber. Offer good through December 31, 2017. Please Support our Sponsor of the Week! They help support the printing of this bulletin. THANK YOU!