A Catholic Church in Rural Southeastern Portage County, WI Go and do likewise... Luke 10:37 8611 State Highway 54 Almond, WI 54909 Website: www.stmaxkolbe.org April 30, 2017 www.stmaxkolbe.org Season of Easter Bulletin Submission: bulletin@stmaxkolbe.org frjim@stmaxkolbe.org Parish Office: (715) 824-3380 Parish Secretary Angie Sturzl 715-824-3380 angie@stmaxkolbe.org Financial Secretary Doreen Krusick 715-824-3380 Pastoral Council JoAnn Doyle 715-824-2011 Scott Hintz 715-572-7420 Finance Council Pam Zinda 715-366-2185 Dennis Fay 715-824-5075 Building & Grounds Committee Andy Guidry 715-347-7090 Parish Council of Catholic Women Sherry Fay 920-636-5010 Pro-Life Committee Cindy Gresl 920-566-2305 Elizabeth Ministry Jennifer Hendrix 715-344-3099 Family Life Committee Tasha Shurpit Prayer Chain Helen Buckholt 920-622-4461 Judy Scholler 920-765-0419 Sacred Steps Program Jane Bauer 715-258-9563 SCRIP Terri Hoerter 715-340-9816 Karen Guidry 715-342-5945 Knights of Columbus Andy Guidry Garden Club Peggy Root 715-498-1597 Religious Education (CCD) Kim Auer 715-252-8745 Confirmation Program Jeremiah Auer 715-281-9825 Guardian Angels Cemetery Ken Trzebiatowski 715-498-6066 Hope Cemetery (Heffron) Sharon Lorenz 715-366-4557 St. Martin Cemetery Tom Guth 366-4104 St. Patrick Cemetery Helen Helbach 715-824-5880 Readings for the Week of April 30, 2017 Sun: Acts 2:14, 22-33/Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11/1 Pt 1:17-21/Lk 24:13-35 Mon: Acts 6:8-15/Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30/Jn 6:22-29 Joseph the Worker: Gn 1:26--2:3 or Col 3:14-15, 17, 23-24/ Ps 90:2-4, 12-14, 16/Mt 13:54-58 Tues: Acts 7:51--8:1a/Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab/Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday: 1 Cor 15:1-8/Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a/Jn 14:6-14 Thursday: Acts 8:26-40/Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20/Jn 6:44-51 Friday: Acts 9:1-20/Ps 117:1bc, 2/Jn 6:52-59 Saturday: Acts 9:31-42/Ps 116:12-17/Jn 6:60-69 Next Sunday: Acts 2:14a, 36-41/Ps 23:1-6/1 Pt 2:20b-25/Jn
2 St. Maximilian Kolbe Church Gospel Reflection "Jesus himself drew near and walked with them, but their eyes were prevented from recognizing him." The disciples on the road to Emmaus had already heard reports about Jesus' resurrection. It was at the forefront of their minds, but in spite of this, they did not recognize Jesus when he stood right before them. Why not? Perhaps because they weren't looking for him. Maybe they didn't really believe that he was alive. Or it could be that his appearance was not the same as it had been before. Whatever the case, it's very interesting to learn that it was actually while celebrating the Eucharist that these men finally realized who was right there with them! "He was made known to them in the breaking of bread." Living as we do some two thousand years later, it is easy to imagine that recognizing Jesus was a snap for those who walked the earth when he did. We can run the risk of feeling sorry for ourselves that we don't get to see Jesus in person they way THEY did. But look here! It was through the Eucharist that Christ was made known to them, and we too have that gift right in front of us. We celebrate every week the same "breaking of bread" at the altar during Mass. Jesus is present with us, body, blood, soul, and divinity, even if we don't recognize him! He is there, present in our midst. If our eyes of faith are feeble, we can pray that the Lord will help us to know his presence in the Eucharist. Just as he came to comfort and accompany his first disciples, he wants to do the same for us through the Most Blessed Sacrament. We only need to be sure that we are always on the lookout to find him in our midst. Live the Liturgy Does your celebration of the Eucharist ever transform you? Today we are presented with the story of what happened on the road to Emmaus. The disciples are simply journeying with Jesus, whom they do not recognize, talking about all that happened over the past days. They were quite bewildered as they did not know what to think about the empty tomb. Each year, we gather to celebrate the Resurrection and many of us wonder, what does it all mean? Jesus journeys with us every moment of our lives, yet we often do not recognize him. When we gather each week, the word of God, the homily that is preached, and the Eucharist that is received all help us lift the veil that often hides the wonder, power, and presence of God. Will you be open today to being taught, led, and transformed by Christ? He is walking with us, eager to open our eyes so that we can see. Quotes from the Saints To fast is to banquet with angels. - Question: Is it true that Catholics have to go to confession at least once a year? Answer: Paragraph #1457 of the "Catechism of the Catholic Church" teaches us that "each of the faithful is bound by an obligation faithfully to confess serious sins at least once a year." The obligation to confess applies only to serious sin; if one practices one's faith sincerely, receives the sacraments, prays daily, strives to be holy, and is unaware of any serious sin, one would not be obligated to go to confession. Paragraph #1458 goes on, however, to encourage people to confess venial sin and to view the sacrament as another tool in the struggle to grow in faith through the formation of conscience. Like any exercise, when we get out of the habit, it is more difficult to return to the practice. Athletes understand how important daily practice is. It is the same for those who do physical therapy to recover from an injury. In the same way, the regular practice of one's faith makes it easier to develop a deeper relationship with God. Examining one's conscience and honestly looking at oneself daily, helps a person understand the need for celebrating the sacrament of penance, even more than once a year. Mary Bina 4/30 Tanya Helbach 4/30 Nicole Peterson 4/30 Marian Morkes 4/30 Carlee Koziczkowski 4/30 Rita Lesinski 5/1 Kendra Cichy 5/2 Birthdays Tory Deuman 5/3 William Zelinski 5/4 Alivia Schuh 5/4 Lucas Pliwko 5/4 Ellie Noth 5/5 Emily Feist 5/6 Allison Feist 5/6 Please keep these parishioners in your prayers! 14 Weeks 2nd Trimester Thank you for praying for me. I m bigger and stronger now. I m about 6 inches long, and I weigh 4 ounces. When mommy goes to the doctor, she can even listen to my heartbeat! Reprinted from the Archdiocese of Baltimore Respect for Life Spiritual Adoption Program Resource Website
St. Maximilian Kolbe Church 3 There will be a second collection THIS WEEKEND at all Masses, April 29 & 30th for the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. A power sale of Kwik Trip $20 scrip cards will be held THIS WEEKEND, April 29th & 30th. You give us $20 (or more), and we ll give you the card(s). No forms needed! Payment may be cash or check but don't make your check out ahead of time the cards are on a first come, first served basis. Payment may not be combined with other orders. Questions? Stop by our Scrip card table. Our next meeting will be held THIS Sunday, April 30th after the 10am Mass. All military personnel or those simply interested in being involved are welcome. Our main focus for this meeting will by Memorial Day preparations. We can also discuss the 4th of July decorations for the church. Contact Mary at 715-340-7217 with any questions. Two Saturday dates are scheduled for garden clean up: May 6th and May 13th. Work will begin at 9:30 a.m. on those dates. If you can help on either date, please bring a bucket, gloves, and any garden tools you may want to use. If another day or time works better for you, of if you have questions, please contact Peggy Root at 715-498-1597. Father Christopher Krymski, Director of the National Shrine to Saint Peregrine in Chicago, will be here for an evening of healing on Tuesday, May 2nd. There will be a Holy Hour, followed by Mass at 6pm. After Mass, there will be a blessing with a relic of St. Peregrine. Dinner will be provided for all by the St. Max s PCCW. Following dinner, Father Christopher will give an informative presentation on St. Peregrine. All are invited and encouraged to attend!! Plan on joining us for a special evening! We will be having our annual rose sale all weekend, and the May Crowning will take place at the 10am Mass. More details to follow next weekend. We welcome you to our parish family. If you wish to join our parish, you may register by calling the parish office. Arrangements must be made at least six months in advance. Please call the parish office for an appointment. Please call the parish office prior to the birth of your child. Please call Fr. Jim at 824-3380. Please submit Mass Intentions to the parish office or call 715.824.3380. Tuesday 1:00pm-6:30pm Wednesday 8:30am-1:00pm & 4:30-6:30pm Thursday 8:30am-1:00pm Servers: Laura & Kaleb K. Reader: Greg Decker Usher Captain: Mike Weller Eucharistic Ministers: Judy S., Sharon C., Betty G., Pat H. Servers: Gabriel H., Carson Z., Matt S. Reader: Sharon Lorenz Usher Captain: Scott Peterson Eucharistic Ministers: Melissa D., Sharon L., Mindy K., Doreen K. Servers: Logan V., Jason & Alex M. Reader: Eric Zager Usher Captain: Steve Kaminski Eucharistic Ministers: Luke V., Tim V., Nicole V., Eric Z. Adult Envelopes 3913.00 Offertory: 453.00 Maintenance & Repairs: 15.00 Vigil Candles 73.75 Total: 4,454.75
Business meeting will take place before the annual Prayer Partner Dinner. Please note the change of time to 4 pm. We will be reviewing our programs for the past year and make plans for programming for the 2017-2018 year. An agenda will be sent to all members next week. Please send additional agenda items to Sherry. If anyone would like to be added to the PCCW email list, please contact Sherry Fay or Wyleen High to have your address added to our email list. You may also contact us at stmaxpccw@gmail.com. Section Title Here Dinner will be served at 6 pm followed by the big reveal of who your prayer partner was for the past year. Bring a favorite family recipe to hand to your partner. Our program will focus on the ingredients needed for a great prayer life. Please sign up in the gathering space for side dishes and desserts. No invitations will be mailed this year so consider sending your partner a last secret note reminding her to come. If you would like to be part of the prayer partner program but cannot attend this meeting, please fill out a form in the gathering space and leave in the basket or contact Terri Beder. Please see the sign up sheet in the gathering space to sign up to bring one item for the dinner. 4pm Mass, 5pm Potluck, 5:30pm Film: The 13th Day 7:30pm Procession with Rosary 10am Mass, Confessions 11-12, Rosary 12pm, Confessions 1-2, Rosary 2pm. Please note Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence for the Fatima Centennial All applications for Boy Scout Religious Emblems need to be in by May 11th. Please send completed applications to Cindy Sjolander, Religious Emblems Chair, W4894 N Kinney Coulee Rd., Onalaska, WI 54650. Please call 608-783-4911 or email scouting@diolc.org with questions.
9:00 a.m. Choir Practice 6:15 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Confessions 7:00 p.m. MASS:+Repose of the Soul of Leonard Nelson By Ron & Helen Buckholt 7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Confessions 8:30 a.m. MASS: For the People of St. Max s 10:00 a.m. MASS: For the Health of Jeremiah Auer, Jr. By Chuck & Betty Oswald 6:30 p.m. Adoration 5:00 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 6:00 p.m. MASS:+Peter Gonnering By Clark & Wyleen High 6:30 p.m. St. Peregrine Blessing, Meal Provided, Talk 8:00 a.m. MASS:+Carol Trempe By MaryAnn Doyle 8:00 a.m. MASS: For Louie Baumgartner By Chuck & Betty Oswald 4:00 p.m. PCCW Meeting 6:00 p.m. Prayer Partner Dinner 8:00 a.m. MASS:+Jack Wied By Janice & Chas Sopa 9:00 a.m. Choir Practice 6:15 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Confessions 7:00 p.m. MASS:+Edward Mroczenski By Larry & Colleen Smith & Family 7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Confessions 8:30 a.m. MASS: +Christine Pristas By Randy & Doreen Krusick 10:00 a.m. MASS: For the People of St. Max s 6:30 p.m. Adoration Parish Announcement Father Trempe announced last weekend that he will be reassigned to another parish at the end of June. More details will be forthcoming in the upcoming weeks. Thank you for your patience and understanding.