Catholic Church & School 215 Second Street West Chaska, Minnesota www.gachaska..org (952) 227-4000 APRIL 15, 2012 ~ SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY DAILY MASS SCHEDULE FOR THIS WEEK. Monday, April 16 th ~ 8 a.m. Tuesday, April 17 th ~ 8 a.m. (Word & Communion Service) Wednesday, April 18 th ~ 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19 th ~ 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 20 th ~ 9:20 a.m. Saturday, April 21 st ~ 9:20 a.m. (at Auburn Manor) WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK Saturday, April 21 st ~ 5 p.m. Sunday, April 22 nd ~ 8 a.m. 10 a.m. Noon (in Spanish) 6:15 p.m. RECONCILIATION ~ Saturdays, 4-4:30 p.m. (in the Chapel)
Church & School Staff E-Mails for Staff: FirstInitialLastName@GAchaska.org Example: DEbert@GAchaska.org Fr. Doug Ebert, Pastor 227-4000 Sara Anderson, Parish Secretary/Bookkeeping 227-4001 Rev. Mr. Jim Bauhs, Deacon 227-4092 Amy Gallus, School Principal 227-4010 Fr. Thomas Joseph, Sacramental Minister within the Latino Community 227-4093 Emily Klinker, Director of Faith Formation 227-4007 Maria Koehn, Latino Administrative Assistant 227-4015 Paul Meger, Maintenance Supervisor 227-4013 Lori Reznick, School Administrative Assistant 227-4010 Jean Rief, Pastoral Associate 227-4095 Deanna Rosenwinkel, Bulletin ~ bulletin@gachaska.org Miguel Salinas, Parish Analyst/Room Scheduling 227-4004 Teresa Schmidt, Director of Worship 227-4084 Gary Van Eyll, Parish Director 227-4002 Lay Leadership Positions TRUSTEES Steve Rasmussen 448-5922 Mark Sanda 277-4283 PARISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL Jeoff Will 361-3024 FINANCE COUNCIL Travis Olson 448-5113 FAITH FORMATION COMMISSION Andi Cyphers, asakscyphers@gmail.com SCHOOL COMMISSION Tom Tierney, thomas.tierney@gmail.com 239-8799 WORSHIP COMMISSION Gerry Olsen 442-4361 PASTORAL CARE COMMISSION Becky Porspakka 546-1190 PARISH LIFE COMMISSION -position open. Contact Miguel if you are interested (952-227-4004)- ADMINISTRATION COMMISSION Paul Meger 448-6912 PRAYER LINE, Jessica Oberpriller 952-381-4246 or jessica.oberpriller@gmail.com Mass Intentions for This Week (Monday, April 16, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012) Monday (8 a.m.) Euteneuer Family Wednesday (5:30 p.m.) Daughters of Isabella sick members & their families Thursday (5:30 p.m.) Priest Intention Friday (9:20 a.m.) Elaine Stelten Saturday (9:20 a.m.) Ed Wicklund (at Auburn Manor) Saturday (5 p.m.) Sunday (8 a.m.) Sunday (10 a.m.) Sunday (6:15 p.m.) Bill Meyer Fr. Richard Skluzacek Parishioners of Guardian Angels Corey Jensen Next Weekend s Readings (April 22 nd ) First Reading The God of our fathers has glorified his servant Jesus (Acts 3:13-15, 17-19). Psalm Lord, let your face shine on us (Psalm 4). Second Reading The way we may be sure that we know Jesus is to keep his commandments (1 John 2:1-5a). Gospel Jesus stood in their midst and said to them, Peace be with you (Luke 24:35-48). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Coffee & donuts after this Sunday s Masses are sponsored by the Catholic Aid Society. Hospitality after next Sunday s Masses will be sponsored by Marriage Encounter. Hospitality after next Sunday s 8 a.m. Mass will welcome new parishioners. Come join us between Masses! Liturgical Minister Schedule April 21 st & 22 nd If you are interested in being a Liturgical Minister, call or email Sara Anderson 952-227-4001 sanderson@gachaska.org 5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 6:15pm Lectors Steve Rasmussen Becky Stacken Pat Scheuble Mitchel Cress Eucharistic Ministers Tricia Feilmeyer Bonnie Moore Angie Weiland Susan Keough Eucharistic Ministers Jean Rief Jim Hammers Sara Heitkamp ------ Eucharistic Ministers Stephen Brown Steve Tompkins Mark Tressler ------ Eucharistic Ministers Sue Johnson ------ Bill VanHecke ------ Eucharistic Ministers Sharon Schleicher ------ Ben Kendal ------ Servers - Candle 1 Kate Perrill Anthony Marsh Catherine Synstelien Jessie VanPelt Servers - Candle 2 Jack Perrill Hogan Greenwood Erin O'Keefe Jake VanPelt Server - Cross/Incense Anna Perrill Aaron Stacken Ben VanDenBroeke Sam Karschnia Server - Cross/Incense Carly Lubansky Aaron Glaeser Colby Rothmeier Steven Karschnia Sacristans Susan Hunziker Bonnie Moore B/J VanDenBroeke Christopher Donato Usher/Greeter Virgil Gestach Lucy Halloran Marty O'Keefe Christopher Donato Usher/Greeter Carol Getach Pat Halloran Matt Greenwood Stephanie Griesinger Usher/Greeter Brad Getach Mark Lano Nick VanPelt Volunteer Needed Usher/Greeter Steve Getach Sam Lano Paul VanDyke Volunteer Needed Homebound ------ Jim Kleinedler ------ ------ Homebound ------ Brian Busch ------ ------
Check this space next weekend (and every weekend) for thoughtful words and insight from Father Doug. He is taking some much needed time off from writing this week. TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Today was once called in Latin Dominica in albis, or Sunday in White, because the church was full of newly baptized Christians wearing their white baptismal garments. Another old title, best forgotten, is Low Sunday. There s nothing low about this festive Sunday in Easter, the eighth day since the first Alleluia rang out. In Christian tradition, the number eight is a symbol of fulfillment, transition, breaking through the seven-day rhythm of life to a new way of being. That is why many baptismal fonts have eight sides. The greatest feasts of our calendar are always extended for eight days, called an octave. In a way, this means that this first week of Easter is really considered to be one great day. This octave day of Easter sees the best features of Easter still vibrant: joyful alleluias, lush spring flowers everywhere, sprinkling with water, and a lavish table where the Lord gives us himself as bread and wine. (L to R) Krista Windschitl, Matt Udermann, Mike Webb, Gary Van Eyll, Kathy Bates, Father Doug, Deanna Rosenwinkel, Mary Kingsbury and Amy Gallus SayHey Events was pleased to present the first $10K of funds raised from the SayHey5k to one of the most visible and known entities in Downtown Chaska. Guardian Angels Church and School has been part of the fabric of Downtown Chaska for more than 150 years. The funds raised will go toward the costs of the exterior restoration of Guardian Angels Church. The SayHey5k was founded last year as a way to raise awareness, engagement and funds for the vitality of Downtown Chaska. The first year race was held June 25, 2011 and attracted 400 participants and raised $10,000... Presenting the check are SayHey Events Board Members Mike Webb (Owner, Chaska Dunn Brothers), Krista Windschitl (Lifelong Chaska Resident), and Matt Udermann (Founder, SayHey5k).. SayHey Events is a not for profit 501(c)(3) corporation. The SayHey5k is held the last Saturday in June in Downtown Chaska. All are welcome. Registration is available at local businesses, on the back of this bulletin or online at www.sayhey5k.com. 25% of this year's race will benefit Guardian Angels, 75% is earmarked as funds to improve storefronts - these funds will be guided with the help of the Downtown Businesss Alliance, the Chaska Historical Society and the City of Chaska. Visit www.sayhey5k.com for more information on the fastest growing event in Chaska.
Mass Intentions Mass intentions may be for the living and the departed, with a designating in the bulletin a deceased person. There is a $10 suggested donation per Mass intention. Permission from the sick person or his/ her family must be granted before a name s inclusion in these prayers. To schedule a Mass intention, call Jean in the parish office. Baptism Sacramental preparation is required for all parents. Godparents and Grandparents are also encouraged to attend. Baptismal prep sessions are given every other month and Baptism Masses are held once a month. Call Jean in the parish office to schedule a child for Baptism and the parents for baptismal prep. Prayers of the Faithful.If you would like a name included in our Prayers of the Faithful for the sick, please call the Parish Office. Penance...Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call for an appointment. Matrimony...Pre-registration required at least one year in advance; marriage preparation course is required. Initial contact: Dan & Richie Klein (home) 952-448-4406, (cell) 612-743-3541, or e-mail: Weddings@GAchaska.org. Anointing If you wish to receive an anointing please call the parish office. Communion for the Homebound...When we come together to pray at our Eucharistic liturgy, we do not forget the members of our community who are unable to be with us because of ill health. We remember them in our prayer, and we wish to include them in our Holy Communion. Members of our community bring the Blessed Sacrament to them to comfort them and to unite them with us in the Eucharist. We are not always aware of those who have this need. Please call the Parish Office to let us know if you or a member of your family would like to have Holy Communion brought to them. That way we can schedule a time for our ministers to visit and bring the Sacrament. Hospital, Nursing Home, Homebound Visits...Churches are no longer notified by hospitals or nursing homes when a parishioner is admitted unless the family has requested it. If you or a family member are homebound, hospitalized or in a nursing home and would like a visit from a member of the pastoral ministry staff, please call Jean Rief in the parish office. Stewardship Report Parish Information Week Ended Year to Date 4/1/2012 7/1/11-4/1/2012 Envelopes/Plate $10,369 $363,166 Electronic Giving $3,392 $210,055 Total Actual $13,761 $573,221 Budget $14,440 $649,240 Over/(Under) -$679 -$76,019-11.7% Stewardship Report Week Ended Year to Date 4/8/2012 7/1/11-4/8/2012 Envelopes/Plate $15,396 $378,861 Electronic Giving $9,137 $219,229 Total Actual $24,533 $598,090 Budget $38,050 $687,290 Over/(Under) -$13,517 -$89,200-13.0% Parish Calendar & Events For the most updated calendar information for events at G.A., please check our online calendar at www.gachaska.org/churchcalendar MON 16 TUE 17 WED 18 THU 19 FRI 20 SAT 21 SUN 22 8 a.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 8 a.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 a.m. 4 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 9:20 a.m. 7 p.m. 9:20 a.m. 10 a.m. 3:45 p.m. 4-4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 6 p.m. 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Noon 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Daily Mass, Church Prayer Shawl Ministry, Parish Office Knights of Columbus Officers Mtg, Parish Office Word & Communion Service, Church Halos Youth Group Meeting, Parish Office Card Making Ministry, St Francis Hall Confirmation (year 2) Meeting, Sanctuary Confirmation Rehearsal, Church Daily Mass, Church Faith Formation Session, School 6:15 Mass Musicians Rehearsal, Church Quilters, St Francis Hall Teen Cantors Rehearsal, SFH, then Choir Loft Confirmation Rehearsal, Church Daily Mass, Church Adult Choir Rehearsal, Choir Loft Daily Mass, Church Spanish Choir Rehearsal, Choir Loft Daily Mass at Auburn Manor T Confirmation at the Basilica of St Mary Angels Choir Rehearsal, Choir Loft Confessions, Chapel Weekend Mass, Church Halos Youth Group Movie Night! SFH Weekend Mass, Church Confirmation Breakfast, Gym New Parishioners Welcome Reception, SFH Adult Choir Rehearsal, Choir Loft Weekend Mass, Church Sunday School, School Weekend Mass in Spanish, Church Adult Bible Study, St Francis Hall 6:15 Mass Instrumental Rehearsal, Church Weekend Mass, Church Attention Catholic Singles Interested in joining an excellent Catholic singles organization? The Catholic Alumni Club International is looking to expand in the St. Paul diocese. We provide a group dedicated to social, cultural, civic and spiritual relationships in a Catholic setting. For more information, go to www.caci.org or contact Steve at valksr@yahoo.com We are excited to announce our new On-Line giving option available in the church website. It is a wonderful way of supporting Guardian Angels Church electronically from any place that you have access to the internet. On the On- Line giving page, you can manage you own account, and your information is secure and protected. Help us in this mission of stewardship. Thank You! You are welcome to call Miguel at the Parish Office (952) 227-4004 with further questions.
Faith Formation Congratulations to our four RCIA candidates who were fully initiated into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil last weekend. With our prayers and support, they have gone through months of preparation and discernment while growing closer as a faith community. There is no doubt that this is not the end of their faith journey, but simply a new phase. Pictured above are Brianna Brickweg, Dena Bretz, Anna Wong and Kim Anderson, their sponsors along with Deacon Jim, and Father Doug. Continued blessings to them all! Education for the Mind~Body~Spirit Thank you to all the parishioners who saved their Cooper's Receipts over the past several months. The competition has ended for now and will resume again in September. Guardian Angels School sent in over $33,000 worth of receipts this past week. We will be able to place an order for some wonderful school equipment in May. Thank you! At Sky, kids discover that everything is possible with God! Sky is filled with incredible Biblelearning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste! Sciency-Fun Gizmos, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the Sky activities that help faith flow into real life. Plus, we ll help kids discover how to see evidence of God in everyday life - something we call God Sightings. Get ready to hear that phrase a lot! Sounds exciting right? We need you to make this great week happen please contact Emily Klinker 952-227-4007 to find out where you can use your gifts in this exciting ministry!
A New Member Welcome Reception will be held immediately following 8:00 a.m. mass on Sunday, April 22 nd in St. Francis Hall. All recent new members are welcome to attend and have breakfast with Fr. Doug and other parish members. Please contact Miguel in the parish office for further information. Ordination of New Priests at the Cathedral of St. Paul The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a bus to the Cathedral on Saturday, May 26 th, leaving Guardian Angels at 8:30 a.m., returning around 3:30 p.m. Anyone wishing to ride the bus, for a free will offering, please contact Stephen Kingsbury at (612)207-3179. We need to determine how many people would ride the bus. God willing, Deacon Nick Van Den Broeke will be among the new Priests. Early Bulletin Deadline Deadline for submitting items for the April 29 th bulletin is WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 th. As always, bulletin submissions can be emailed to bulletin@gachaska.org (be sure to include the bulletin date and your organization in the subject line) or dropped off, in writing, to the parish office. Thank you! Where: 218 W. 2 nd Street, Chaska MN 55318 Guardian Angels School Parking Lot When: Saturday April 28 th, 6-9 p.m. After Mass Who: All High School Students Cost: FREE! Food will be provided Questions?? High School Youth Group Call Mark Stoltman at 952-943-0869 Or Emily Klinker at 952-227-4007