St. Bernard Parish 2040 Hillside Lane, Green Bay, WI (920)468-4811-www.stbernardgb.org April 22 & 23, 2017 Parish Office (920) 468-4811 Religious Education Office (920) 468-4390 Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-4:30 pm Friday - 8:00 -Noon School Office (920) 468-5026 Pastor Fr. Mark Vander Steeg Deacon Keith Holschbach Deacon John Laurant Deacon Larry Mastalish Deacon Bernie Terrien Pastoral Associate Sr. Caroline Castellini OP Music & Liturgy Coordinator Joe LeBeau Business Manager Ginny Gigot School Principal Crystal Blahnik Parish Nurse Ann Kaufmann Director of Religious Education Adam Horn Adult Faith Formation/RCIA Joanne Griesbach Youth Ministry & Confirmation Callie Kowalski R.E. Assistant Jeannine Hadzima Receptionist/Office Tina Drewiske Publications/Office Lori Froelich Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 2:30-3:30 pm Sunday: 5:30 pm Sacrament of Marriage Contact the Parish Office at least 6 months prior to date. Sacrament of Baptism Contact Deacon Larry Mastalish at 468-4922
ST. BERNARD PARISH PAGE 2 Mass Intentions The saving graces of the Mass are for: Monday, April 24 8:45 am Word/Communion Service Tuesday, April 25 8:45 am Word/Communion Service 2:30 pm Bornemann Nursing Home Mass Wednesday, April 26 8:45 am the souls of Henry & Esther Polasik Thursday, April 27 8:45 am the souls of Mary & Theophile Balza the soul of Grace Balza Friday, April 28 8:45 pm the soul of Maureen Finger Saturday, April 29 2:30 pm Confessions 4:00 pm Jim & Mary Popp (25th Wedding Anniversary) Sunday, April 30 8:00 am the souls of Pearl & Carl Basten, Ron Basten and Jim Tursky 10:00 am the soul of Ethel Doehler 1:00 pm First Communion Mass 5:30 pm Confessions 6:30 pm for the People of St. Bernard Parish Baptisms We welcome those who were baptized recently: Felicity Margaret Kanning In Sympathy We extend our sympathy to the families and friends of Blanch Hansen, Dan Johnson and Mary Matzke. Please keep them in your prayers. Moved, Dropped your land line or changed your e-mail address? PLEASE contact: the St. Bernard Parish Office at 468-4811 or e-mail Tina at: tina@stbernardcong.org. Your Financial Stewardship For the week ended April 16 2017 Weekly Envelopes... $ 20,981.00 Weekly Joyful Giving Budget... $ 21,385.00 Offertory Loose... $ 2,851.00 Holy Land... $ 2,312.00 Balance of Debt on building addition $72,340 While I was in Washington D.C. with our students on the March for Life trip this past January, we had the opportunity to meet and listen to the Sisters of Life. They are an Order of Sisters dedicated to praying for the respect for human life at all stages and spiritually walking with mothers who are with an unexpected pregnancy. They are spiritual mothers and very much in Pope Francis spirit of accompanying those in difficult circumstances. Sr. Faustina Maria Pia, SV penned the following Litany of Trust. I found it fitting for Divine Mercy Sunday. To donate to them write: Sisters of Life, Annunciation Motherhouse, 38 Montebello Road. Suffern, NY 10901. Find them online at sistersoflife.org Litany of Trust From the belief that I have to earn Your love From the fear that I am unlovable From the false security that I have what it takes From the fear that trusting You will leave me more destitute... From all suspicion of Your words and promises From the rebellion against childlike dependency on You... From refusals and reluctances in accepting Your will... From anxiety about the future From resentment or excessive preoccupation with the past... From restless self-seeking in the present moment... From disbelief in Your love and presence From the fear of being asked to give more than I have... From the belief that my life has no meaning or worth... From the fear of what love demands From discouragement That You are continually holding me sustaining me, loving me That Your love goes deeper than my sins and failings, and transforms me That not knowing what tomorrow brings is an invitation to lean on You Continued...
April 22 & 23, 2017 PAGE 3 That you are with me in my suffering That my suffering, united to Your own, will bear fruit in this life and the next That You will not leave me orphan, that You are present in Your Church That Your plan is better than anything else That You always hear me, and in Your goodness always respond to me That You give me the grace to accept forgiveness and to forgive others That You give me all the strength I need for what is asked... That my life is a gift That You will teach me to trust You That You are my Lord and my God That I am Your beloved one Fr. Mark Vander Steeg Pray the Rosary For Persecuted Middle Eastern Christians Every 2 nd & 4 th Monday in the St. Bernard Chapel April 24 6:00 PM Religious Education News Adam Horn R.E. Director The Week Ahead: April 26 We ve finally made it to the last class! Thank you to all of the catechists and substitutes who helped make this such a great year. Thank you also to all the families who realize the importance of their children being brought up in the Catholic faith. We ll see you again in September! Grade 1: Jesus Teaches Us to Love God Grade 2: Jesus Offers Himself Grade 3: Jesus Suffered and Died for Us Grade 4: We Respect the Gift of Life Grade 5: Jesus Heals Us in the Sacrament of Reconciliation Grade 6: Unit III Review Grade 7: Jesus Kingdom of Love Grade 8: The Church Faces Challenges Freshmen: Jesus Death Sophomores: Personal Prayer Youth Ministry Callie Kowalski WANTED: Worksites! Do you need any house work done including things such as: painting, gardening, washing windows, pulling weeds, landscaping, organizing, de-cluttering? We are here to help you! We are looking for 20 worksites to help fill our service camp on June 12 and June 13. Please call the parish office: 468-4811 or E-mail Callie Kowalski, callie@stbernardcong.org Parish Nurse Ann Kaufmann THE RAPTURE Fact or Fiction Mondays: May 1, 8 & 15 6:30-7:30 pm Parish Office Building, Lower Level Cost $20.00 What is the RAPTURE? Why is the idea of the RAPTURE so appealing? Will Catholics be left behind? Is the RAPTURE biblical? This 3 week Study facilitated by Dave Tlachac (chairman of Adult Faith Formation) will provide exciting answers. To Register: Online @www.stbernardgb.org. Click on Faith Formation, then Adult Faith Formation, or call or e-mail Joanne Griesbach at 468-4811, or joanne@stbernardcong.org. SAVE THE DATE FOR FREE PRESENTATION! Aging and Senior Living By Angela Shinners, Lifestyle Specialist Thursday, April 27, 2017 6:30-7:30 PM Bishop Hall Topics will include: How to Have The Talk with Your Parents Making Sense of Senior Living Options How to Make Senior Living Affordable Downsizing for a Move to Senior Living Please RSVP to Ann Kaufmann ann@stbernardcong.org 920-468-4811 Ext. 113
SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER- DIVINE MERCY PAGE 4 Prayer Shawl Meeting Thursday April 27, 2017, at 11:00 am in Bishop Hall, This Ministry is open to ANYONE who would like to crochet or knit Prayer Shawls. If you would like to learn more about this wonderful ministry, we meet for about an hour on the last Thursday of the month. Prayer Shawls are available to people who are in life s many transitions. If you know someone who might like to receive one please contact Corinne at: 406-8530. AREA RUMMAGE SALES Holy Cross School 3002 Bay Settlement Rd Saturday, April 29-8 am-2 pm Sunday, April 30-8 am-12 pm Nativity of Our Lord Parish 2270 South Oneida St. Friday, April 28, 8:30 am-4:00 pm Saturday, April 29, 8:30 am-noon Carry-Out Booyah by St Joseph Athletic Club Sun., April 30, 9 am till gone, Carry-out only, $3/bowl St. Joseph, 936 9th St, GB. Proceeds to benefit the Green Bay Wildcats football team. Sponsored by: St. Joseph Athletic Club. Card Party & Games Annunciation Parish, 401 Gray St., GB Sunday, April 30, 1:00 pm The Mission Society invites everyone to an afternoon of fun, prizes & refreshments. It s not just about cards; other games are welcome! Grab some friends and bring your own board game to play while enjoying great food, fun and prizes along with everyone else! Tickets, $3 will be available at the door. Elevator access, use door #5 via the west parking lot. The 2017 Amigos for Christ Rosary Run Saturday, June 17, 2017 We would love to see you all again, along with several dozen of your closest friends. The registration link is open at www.rosaryrun.org if you'd like to jump on board with us now. God Bless, "Get Your Motor Running for Charity" Deacon Bernie Terrien A LADIES NIGHT OUT WHAT S NEW AT JOSEPHINE S ATTIC Wednesday May 17, 2017 at Wally s Spot Doors open at 5 PM and Dinner is at 6 PM Enjoy a plated dinner of stuffed pork tenderloin served over a bed of rice with salad, vegetables, rolls and a special Alpha Delights dessert. Following dinner, Tina Pierquet, owner of Josephine s Attic will, show and tell about the selection of clothing, gift baskets, and unique gift items she has available in her boutique at 2654 Continental Dr. The growth of her business promises to be inspiring and entertaining. Members of the Altar Society, as well as the parish, are invited to contribute new or hand made items to the silent auction. You may drop off donations at the parish office or call if you need a pick up. Karol Cole (406-9676) or Jean Reich (469-0859). Margaret Mary Circle members are also asked to donate to the wine/beverage raffle. You may bring these to The Spot the day of the dinner. Tickets will be on sale April 29-30 and May 6-7 after Masses. Janet Piontek (468-1596) will handle tables and individual tickets. There will be no sales the weekend of Mother s Day. Celebration Dinner Interested in learning more about EPH while engaging in dialogue with friends and sampling an array of delicious hors d oeuvres? Please join us on Monday, May 1 st as we celebrate our 25 year milestone, share our challenges and accomplishments, hear from one of our families, and provide an update on progress toward our vision. The event will be held at the St. Norbert Bemis Center, beginning at 5:30. Reservations, along with $25 per person to cover our costs, may be mailed to EPH, PO Box 524, Green Bay, WI 54305. Just mark on your envelope or check, Celebration Dinner. Living Every Day with PASSION & PURPOSE With Matthew Kelly Prince of Peace Catholic Community May 7, 2017 2:00 pm-7:00 pm Tickets $39 For more information, or to purchase tickets go to: www.dynamiccatholic.com
WWW.STBERNARDGB.ORG PAGE 5 The Baylander Barbershop Chorus of Green Bay will present The King Who Couldn t Sing, at First Assembly of God Church on April 29, 2017. Shows are at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Performances by the chorus, chapter quartets and special guests the Benson Family Singers. For tickets call 920-530-2718 or for more information go to baylanderchorus.org St. John the Baptist in Howard Annual Spring Get-Away Rock Gardens Supper Club Wednesday, May 3, 2017 Doors open-10:00 am Lunch 11:45 am (Country Style Chicken) Advance tickets $16.00 at the door $18.00 Fashion Show (Christopher Banks), silent auction, oral auction with Pete Petoniak(Good Day WI), Mini boutique, bake sale, and raffle. Tickets available at Kimp s Hardware, Olsen s Piggly Wiggly, Thornberry Cottage, and St. John the Baptist Parish. Annual Booyah and Bread Luncheon Sunday, April 23 11:00 am-2:00 pm Belgian Heritage Center 1255 County DK, Brussels (formerly St. Mary of the Snow Catholic Church) Serving Booyah, Homemade breads and desserts, and beverages. AREA CONFESSION SCHEDULE St. Bernard Sat. 2:30-3:30 pm Sun. 5:30 pm St. Philip the Apostle Sat. 3:15-3:45 pm (Eng) Sun. 10:30-10:55 am (Span.) Holy Cross Prince of Peace Thurs. 5:00-6:00 pm Resurrection Sat. 3:15-3:45 pm St. Francis Xavier Cathedral Sat. 2:15-3:30 pm Wed. 6:00-8:00 pm St. Mary of the Angels Sat. 3:30pm Sun. 8:30am St. Matthew Sts. Peter and Paul Sat. 3:30 pm Sun. 7:30 am, 9:30 am, 12pm St. Willebrord Mon.-Fri.7:00 am, 11:30am, Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help Sun.-Fri. 10:00-10:45 am Sat. 9:15-10:45 am