saint FRancis xavier parish August 14, 2016 St. Francis Xavier Parish NYC Let us not lose sight of Jesus, who leads us in our faith and brings it to perfection. ~Hebrews 12:2 Our Mission Statement St. Francis Xavier is a Catholic- Jesuit parish ignited by the Eucharist To Pray, Serve, Do Justice, and Love.
Our Shared Stories of Mercy at St. Francis Xavier It was Saturday evening, a week after a family vacation in Arizona. My wife told me she was taking our daughter to Now-Care at the hospital as she was not feeling well. Now-Care was closed for the day so they were told to go to the ER at St. Patrick s. Doctors said things did not look good so right away they admitted her to the ICU. My wife called to tell me that our daughter had been admitted. I went up to see her and talked with her briefly, she said this was the last place she expected to be and soon after she was plugged into machines with tubes and cords on her arms. A trach tube was placed in her throat and one in her mouth to help her breathing. She couldn t,t talk at this point, but communicated by writing on a small white board. Pneumonia or heart failure were the possible reason s for our daughter s illness. A doctor pulled us aside and asked us what actions they should take if things got worse. We agreed that things got worse to a point of no return to not do anything. As the days passed our daughter s condition got worse. She was no longer able to communicate with us and by the third week in one day 3 priests came to visit and pray with her. Fr. Carver was the last to visit and her gave her last rites as the rest of the family was gathered around. My wife had stayed with her every night up to that point. With everyone being exhausted the family went home, which was only a short drive across the river. Around 11:30 that evening a nurse from ICU called the house to tell that we should get there as things were not looking good. We arrived at the ICU and stood by the bedside for 4 or 5 hours. I held a rosary in my hand and prayed many decades, both in the room with my daughter and in the waiting room. I started to plan her funeral as we sat together in the waiting room. I envisioned the cemetery plot and pile of dirt next to it. The church elevator would need an usher for all the people who would attend the funeral service. There would be lots of Mexican food at the reception, it being our daughter s favorite. Morning came and our daughter was still holding on to life. The day went by and that afternoon she started responding to sounds and voices. It had been 24 hours since she had received last rites when she opened her eyes. We all looked at each other in amazement. It was a miracle in my eyes; she was coming back to us. Steadily she improved over the next three days. One by one the tubes were removed from her arms and mouth. She tried to talk as soon as she physically was able to so a speech therapist was called in to help her form words again. I pressed her to say words, lots of words. Things like the music scale, going up and down, over and over, along with many other words. Many visitors came to visit her including friends from New Directions Wellness Center. One visitor came up with the idea to have a special guest come and visit the next day. We wondered if it would be too much excitement for our daughter after all that she had been through. The doctor believed it would be okay, so the next afternoon Monte, the University of Montana Grizzly mascot arrived. There were many smiles and pictures taken as Monte visited. It was a week after she had been anointed and we were heading home. The next day I spoke with Fr. Perry and he informed me that the previous week he too had been planning my daughter s funeral. She had spent the entire month of May in the ICU and she was our miracle child once again. ~Please consider sharing your story with us. 2
St. Francis Xavier Missoula s Jesuit Parish Please Welcome Our Newly Baptized Lana Marie Fong Reese Marie Geraghty Our next Baptism preparation class will be on October 9th from Noon until 3:00 pm. Please contact the parish office to register. The Anima Christi that we have been singing as a communion meditation song this summer has touched many of you deeply. I am thrilled that you like it and appreciate the feedback I've received. The composer of this version is Donna Cori Gibson. It is not available on itunes, but is available on her website, along with much more of her music. If you are interested in downloading the Anima Christi, you can do so at www.donnacorigibson.com. Blessings, Rachael St. Francis Xavier Choir - Voted Best of Missoula 2016! Love to sing? Come on up! The choir will resume singing for the 10 a.m. Mass on Sunday, September 11th, and we would love to have you join us! Please contact Gina Lapka for more information. (406) 396-0341 or ginalapka@gmail.com. This may sound outrageous, And well it should. Would you consider spending the next nine months Falling in Love with God? The Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life retreat, also known as SEEL, is a nine month retreat format of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola. This powerful, life-changing program of prayer and contemplation, can be experienced by busy men and women in the midst of their daily lives. Retreatants commit themselves to praying for one hour each day, meeting weekly with a spiritual director, and attending monthly Wednesday Retreat evenings. The retreat begins in September and ends in mid-may. For more information or an application, please contact Peg Taylor 541-6042 or ptaylor@sfxmissoula.com. Our annual Picnic & Ministry Fair will be held on Sunday, September 11th following the 10:00 am Mass. It s that time again to chose your favorite pie recipe! A wonderful opportunity to introduce yourself and welcome Fr. Matt Holland, S.J. to our parish! 3
SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER ~~ MISSOULA, MONTANA 420 West Pine Street, Missoula MT, 59802 542-0321, sfxmissoula.com August 14, 2016 The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Prayers May --- Mike Brown, Remi Demblans -Dechan, Sissy Bethune, Dolores Gress, Leo Pijanowski Sr., and Joe McCormack receive His healing and consolation. May --- Mary McCormack rest in peace in Our Lord s Loving arms. Collections for Sunday, August 7, 2016 Envelopes $9637.00 Loose: $1758.79 Aid $150.00 Assumption $15.00 Family Promise $746.00 Maintenance $35.00 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8:30 am - 4pm Closed Fridays in the Summer e-mail: stfrancisxavier@sfxmissoula.com Phone: 406-542-0321 Fax: 406-327-8537 Weekend Liturgies Saturday ~~~ 5 p.m. Sunday ~~ 8 am, 10 am, and 6 p.m. Weekday Liturgies Monday - Friday ~~ 8 am Confession -Saturday ~~ 3:30-4:30 p.m. or by appointment Eucharistic Adoration Wednesday & First Friday ~~ 8:30 am - Noon Thank you for your generous giving! We greatly appreciate the generosity of this parish in its outreach to those less fortunate, however, we are not able to accept donations of used clothing. Please take used items to the Bargain Corner. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. on Facebook at St. Francis Xavier Church, on Twitter @SFXmissoula and on Instagram at sfxmissoula. Follow all the events, news, and photos of life here at St. Francis Xavier. WELCOME! Are you interested in finding out more about St. Francis Xavier and the Catholic Church? Whether you are baptized in another denomination, have never been baptized and are exploring Christianity for the first time, or are a former Catholic pondering a return to the Church, we are happy to talk with you, answer questions, and explore the many possibilities. Find out more by calling Fr. Rich Perry, S.J. or Fr. Joseph Carver, SJ. St. Francis Xavier Parish will often use parishioner likeness in print, video, website or in social media sites for the purpose of sharing our church community with others. 4
Community Night Benefit August 14, 2016 Worldwide Marriage Encounter St. Paul encourages us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. When we focus on Jesus and continue to develop a deeper relationship with him we become transformed. Let His love transform your marriage. The next Worldwide marriage Encounter Weekend is on Oct. 21-23rd in Great Falls, Jan. 27-29th in Billings, and Feb. 10-12 in Miles City. For more information, contact Jim & Daphne at 406-850-3174 or dcsprojim@gmail.com. Or our website at wwme.org. for Habitat for Humanity of Missoula 20% of sales go to Habitat of Missoula Join us for this opportunity to come together and give back to others. Monday, August 29 th at the Thomas Meagher Bar From 6 pm until closing 130 W. Pine St., Missoula, MT 406-540-4402 September 23-25, 2016, Billings Montana. Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track, the opportunity to rediscover each other, and examine your lives together in a new and positive way. This program has helped 10 s of 1000 s of couples. Retrouvaille is for any couple who would like to rediscover their marriage and improve communication. For confidential information or to register for the program in Billings, call 800-470-2230 or 406 761-4830. For more information : www.retrouvaillemt.org or HelpOurMarriage.com Mass Intentions for the Month of August, 2016 Mass Scriptures for the Month of August, 2016 Saturday 8/13 Sunday 8/14 Monday 8/15 Tuesday 8/16 Wednesday 8/17 Thursday 8/18 Friday 8/19 Saturday 8/20 Sunday 8/21 Monday 8/22 Tuesday 8/23 Wednesday 8/24 Thursday 8/25 Friday 8/26 Saturday 8/27 For the People* Trisha Hagan Roni Turner* Sheila Combo Angela Moe* Karli & Brian Hughes* Jack Pinsoneault Bruno & Marsha Friia* Brittini & Adam Hertz* For the People* Sheila Schmitz Dan Combo* Margaret Houldson Anton & Katherine Keller Rose & William Kohout Mass Stipend Suggested Mass stipend is $20 tax deductible... only the intangible value of prayer... 5 Saturday 8/13 Ezek. 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32 Ps. 51 Matt. 19:13-15 Sunday 8/14 Jer. 38:4-6, 8-10 Ps. 40 Heb. 12:1-4 Luke 12:49-53 Monday 8/15 Rev. 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab The Assumption Ps. 45 of the Blessed 1 Cor. 15:20-27a Virgin Mary Luke 1:39-56 Tuesday 8/16 Ezek. 28:1-10 Deut. 32 Matt. 19:23-30 Wednesday 8/17 Ezek. 34:1-11 Ps. 23 Matt. 20:1-16 Thursday 8/18 Friday 8/19 Ezek. 37:1-14 Ps. 107 Matt. 22:34-40 Ezek. 36:23-28 St. Alberto Hurtado Cruchaga Ps. 51 Matt. 22:1-14
August 14, 2016 The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time You are invited to attend the Montana Bishops' upcoming conference Culture of Life Conference Join Bishop George Leo Thomas and Bishop Michael W. Warfel for the fourth Affirming the Culture of Life Conference on September 9-10, 2016 at the Helena Civic Center featuring keynote speaker Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston, along with a lineup of other nationally renowned pro-life speakers. Space is limited so register now! For more information and to register go to www. montanalife.org or contact the Montana Catholic Conference at 406-442-5761 or via email at jean@montanacc.org. St. Joseph Early Education Catholic Discount Available! St. Joseph School Early Education is now serving TWO locations (St. Francis Xavier at 430 W. Pine Street and St. Joseph School at 503 Edith Street). We now educate 12 months to 5 years old in our Early Education Center!!! Each Catholic parish member that enrolls their son/ daughter into our early education center will receive their first month of tuition free! This is a $720 value, and is available as space is available. Please call Alex or Irene at 549-7648 to sign up! Or visit our website: http://www.missoulacatholicschools. org/about-us/preschool/ for more information. Fr. George Dumais, S.J. cookbook is available for purchase at mcsmt.org or call the Loyola Sacred Heart Foundation Office at 406-541-2857. St. Mary s Pilgrimage Hike The Knights of Columbus - Our Lady of the Mountains Council 13093 is sponsoring the 63rd annual St. Mary Peak Pilgrimage Hike on Sunday, August 21st. The hike is 7.5 miles round trip with an elevation gain of 2400 to a final elevation of 9350. Participants gather at St. Mary Parish, 330 Charlos Street, Stevensville at 7AM for carpooling to the trailhead. The rosary is recited at rest stops along the trail. Mass is celebrated at the summit, followed by lunch before the descent. Pilgrims should be well-prepared physically and have adequate water, snacks, sturdy hiking footwear, lunch, and clothing for changing weather conditions. The Knights of Columbus will be providing a barbecue for pilgrims at St. Mary Parish following the hike. Registration is requested so we can reach you if plans change due to weather or wildfire conditions. Contact Tom at 406.207.0229 (thomascorvallis@gmail.com) or Susan at 406.249.5765 (s@susanb.me). This notice is also available on the diocesan website: http://diocesehelena.org/ The Loyola Sacred Heart Foundation proudly presents The Montana ShamRockers Light-hearted yet proud, You lads are outstanding fantastic! vigorous and uplifting! -Dublin City Ramblers - National Folklife Festival [2012 Irish Music Seatlle WA Award winners] Too much fun! Excellent! - The Celtic Connection - Brian Schweitzer, Montana Governor Friday, September 9 th Rollin Field 8:00 pm (Gates open at 7:00 pm) Tickets on sale NOW Visit mcsmt.org $25 for adults $10 for youth ages 8-17 7 and under are free Concessions along with beer and wine will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Loyola Sacred Heart Foundation and Missoula Catholic Schools. 6
Eleventh Annual Son Light Celebration and Oktoberfest (lederhosen and dirndls are optional) October 7, 2016 ~ Helena Civic Center There are many ways you can support Youth and Young Adult Ministry and Legendary Lodge through the Son Light Celebration: Purchase raffle tickets Donate to the auction Attend the event Invite a young adult ($35 for ages 35 and under) Visit: http://www.diocesehelena.org/officesand-ministries/stewardship-services-2/sonlight-celebration/ The young and the young at heart celebrate youth and young adults among 425 guests at the 2015 Son Light Celebration. Raffle tickets for the 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited CVT may be obtained from your parish youth minister or by contacting Julie Johnson at the Chancery 406-442-5820. Tickets are $25/chance. A maximum of 5,000 tickets will be sold with $5 of each ticket given to the seller s parish to fund formation scholarships in the Diocese of Helena. A total of $55,915 has been given to parishes since 2011. Photo: Bishop Thomas and Deacon Steve Buckner assist Evelyn Thrasher, winner of the 2014 raffle drawing, as she selects Frank and Alice Kortyka as the 2015 winners of a Honda CRV. Parish, family and individual gifts add a unique flavor to the Son Light event. Please contact Glenda at the Chancery if you or your parish would like to contribute a basket or other items to the auction. Reservations for the dinner and auction may be made by visiting www.showmyevent.com to register and pay by credit card or Email: sonlight@diocesehelena.org to register and send a check for payment. Credit card payments are only accepted through showmyevent.com Father Joe Fleming celebrates his live auction purchase of a Pitchfork Fondue for 12 donated by Fr. Jeff Fleming and Carl and Annette Rummel. LIVE AUCTION Two tickets to Hamilton, in New York City, and dinner with Helena native Kurt Crowley, Associate Conductor Dinner for 6 with Bishop Thomas Seattle Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams ~ 12/15/16 ~ 4 tickets Labor Day Weekend 2017 at Legendary Lodge Notre Dame vs Virginia Tech ~ 11/19/16 ~ 4 tickets Catholic Schools (Kalispell or Missoula) Scholarship for 2017-2018 Quick Draw Art by Jim Stevens Blackfoot River Getaway at the Raymond Ranch One week in Rocky Point Mexico Pitchfork Fondue for 12 with Father Jeff Fleming and Carl and Annette Rummel 7