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Fr. Dave Timmerman, Pastor After Hours Emergencies, please call: Vicki Kersten, Office Manager Sabrina Elsen, Faith Formation Coordinator Angie McNally, Coordinator of Liturgy and Music Paul Schultz, Administrative Assistant Faith Formation Faith Formation Attendance Line Fax Number
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(St. Mary) Emil & Mary Nelson, Jack & Jessie Fagan (St. Joseph) Pat & Jeff Moore (St. Mary) Ralph Hunsader, Sr. Cathy Windle (St. Joseph) Peter & Dolores Manghera, St. Joseph & St. Mary Parishes
No Mass 8:30 a.m. (St. Mary) Dennis Sitter, Leo & Ann Manogue, Brian Hergert, Heather Hergert 8:30 a.m. (St. Mary) William & Eleanor McNally 8:00 a.m. (St. Joseph) Cecil & Mary Mehring 8:00 a.m. (St. Joseph) Thomas Dickinson 4:00 p.m. (St. Mary) Deceased Members of Murphy & 5:30 p.m. Wellnitz Family, George Riesen (St. Joseph) Stella Plywacz 9:00 a.m. (St. Mary) For All Our Parishioners 10:30 a.m. (St. Joseph) Lisa Neuenfeldt
Liturgical Ministers: Please be sure to arrive approximately 10 minutes before mass begins. At 5 minutes before mass time, the check-in person begins to look for substitutes. Ministry
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Reader One Reader Two
Pat Mosher Helen Dickinson
Commentator
Frank Daniels
Musician
Bob Berger
Angie McNally
Cantor
Mike Ryder
Doreen Houge
Servers
Ava Cross Noah Berberich
Acasia Cadd Madison Cadd Charlie Eckert Payton Rucker
Extraordinary Ministers
Robert Dugenske Julie Armstrong Dave Matthusen
Dianne Philipps Rod Montanye Linda Sheppard*
Ushers
Ron Yoss Donald Reif Ed Butler Brian Cross Joe Haas Dennis Witek Kelly Reed
Larry Kapheim Roger Schrader Barry Brandt Casey Brandt
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Sun. Oct. 18: St. Mary Choir will sing at 9:00 a.m. in church. Sun. Oct. 18: St. Mary Harvest Festival Mon. Oct. 19: Women’s Ministry will meet at 7:00 p.m. in church. Tues. Oct. 20: NO K-6 FF classes. Tues. Oct. 20: Pastoral Council will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Ark. Wed. Oct. 21: Staff Meeting at 10:00 a.m. Wed. Oct. 21: NO K-6 FF classes. Wed. Oct. 21: No Children’s Choir practice.
Don Roberts Mari Anne Warren
Thurs. Oct. 22: Senior Stockbox sign-up and pick-up in the center from 11:00 am— noon Sat. Oct. 24: St. Mary Choir will sing at 4:00 p.m. in church. Sat. Oct. 24: RCIA will meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Ark. Sat. Oct. 24: Insight into Dementia Workshop at 1:00 p.m. in the center. Sat/Sun. Oct. 24/25: GPS/Spiritual Inventory Assessment in the center following mass.
Sun. Oct. 25: “Seeds” Ministry at 9:00 a.m. Sun. Oct. 25: Footprints of God: Peter Keeper of the Keys Bible Study at 9:45 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. in the Ark.
Collection from last Sunday (October 11, 2015) Envelopes 5,064.00 ACH Auto-Debit 255.00 Offertory 390.53 Education 105.00 Loaves & Fishes 0.00 Catholic Herald 0.00 Special Collections 90.00
Collection from last year (October 19, 2014) Envelopes 6,249.00 ACH Auto-Debit 185.00
Monday, October 19 Romans 4:20-25 Psalm: Luke 1:70, 71-72, 73-75 Luke 12;13-21 Tuesday, October 20 Romans 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21 Psalm 40:7-8a, 8b-9, 10, 17 Luke 12:35-38 Wednesday, October 21 Romans 6:12-18 Psalm 124:1b-3, 4-5, 7-8 Luke 12;39-48
Thursday, October 22 Romans 6:19-23 Psalm 1;1-2, 3, 4, 6 Luke 12:49-53 Friday, October 23 Romans 7:16-25a Psalm 119:66, 68, 76, 77, 93, 94 Luke 12: 54-59 Sunday, October 25 Jeremiah 31:7-9 Psalm 126:1-2a, 3, 4-5, 6 Hebrews 5:1-6 Mark 10:46-52
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ST. MARY KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SOLIDARITY CROSSES: The Knights of Columbus at St. Mary, Milton are selling Solidarity Crosses in support of persecuted Christians in the Middle East. The cross is a symbol of suffering, unity and hope. Each 5” olivewood cross is made by Christians in the Holy Land. Proceeds go to Knights of Columbus Christian Refugee Relief Fund. Please contact Brian Cowan at 754-2618 for more information and to order. NORTH AMERICAN MARTYRS MEMORIALIZED ON MONDAY: The church memorializes the North American Martyrs on Monday, October 19th and Paul Schultz has written elsewhere in this week's bulletin about his trip to the National Shrine in New York built in honor of these saints. If you would like to learn more, visit our ARK library where you can read more about them in the Saints section. The compilations "Butler's Lives of the Saints: Concise Edition" and "Saint of the Day: Updated & Expanded" give brief overviews. A book by Fr. Charles Dollen titled "Messengers to the Americas: Saints and Saintly Men and Women of the Western Hemisphere" features a chapter on each of the eight North American Martyrs as well as stories of other saints tied to the
United States such as Frances Xavier Cabrini, Rose Philippine Duchesne, Elizabeth Ann Seton, and John Neumann. FALL BIBLE STUDY AT ST. MARY, MILTON: Join us on an amazing journey of adventure about Peter, the rugged fisherman Jesus chose to lead His Church. The Footprints of God: Peter Keeper of the Keys DVD series by Steve Ray is filmed completely on location in Rome and the Holy Land. We will follow Peter from Galilee to Rome to discover answers about the major role of the Papacy in the saga of salvation. This 4-week series will be held in the Ark Library beginning Sunday, October 25 and offered two times per week: Following 9:00 a.m. mass or Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. For more information or to register for the study, call Vicki at 608-868-3337 or email
[email protected]. There is no fee! A study guide is available at all entrances.
Stewardship: A Way of Life Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time “For the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45 If you held a mirror up to your life, would it reflect God’s love and grace? If you are struggling with this, try changing your attitude from “I want more” to “thank you God for everything you have given me, I have enough to share”. This change in perspective will bring you joy through service to others.
Please keep these parishioners and family members in your prayers: Ruth Berger Bob Dibble Jim Jenkins Jeff Kneiert Austin Martin Julie Miller Scot Nelson Val Pakes Gayle Reed Kathy Roberts Brett Urban Ed Windle
WORD OF LIFE: “Perhaps one of your friends has become pregnant unexpectedly. As
someone who has been there, I encourage you to support your friend in her new journey of being a mother. Not sure how to help or what to say? Learn more at www.goo.gl/e60H2Z USCCB 2015-16 Respect Life Program
2015 HARVEST FESTIVAL SPONSORS Albrecht Funeral Homes American Awards & Promotions Andy Weberpal Century 21 Affiliated Angie & Tom McNally Badger Veterinary Hospital, Inc. Baker, Tilly, Virchow, Krause, LLP Bank of Milton Beatrice Steely The Belles Book World Brett & Patrice Stair Cal’s Barber Shop Culver’s of Newville The Diamond Center Dr. Brad Meyers & Gretchen Geist Dr. Julia Foster-Armstrong, DDS Edward Jones Investments: Peter Thomas & Debra Cross, CFP® Eric Richards Construction, Inc. First Community Bank Hammer Chiropractic, LLC The Heartwarming House, LLC Howie’s Place In Loving Memory of Charlie Schneider In Loving Memory of Peg Liesse Jim & Sigga Fagan Knights of Columbus #6547 Kyle Frank Trucking, LLC Lanair Products, LLC Madelyn Co, Inc.
McCann’s Garage, Inc. McCarthy Law Office Mercy Health System Mike Sessler, Realtor Milton Mobile Animal Care Dr. Richard Schambow Murphy’s Farm Produce—Lucille & Mike Murphy Northleaf Winery, LLC Oren’s Auto Body & Car Wash Pat & Mike Tracey PersonaLee Designed Piggly Wiggly, Milton Prairie Craftsmen, Inc. R&W Heating & Cooling, Inc. Ron & Jean Theis Schneider Funeral Home Shumway Appliance Southern Wisconsin News, Inc. St. Mary Council of Catholic Women State Farm Insurance Rudy Gaddini Steponkus Tax Service Sugar Creek Mutual Ins Kasey Reed Team Shea-Tate T18: Matt, Tina, John, Colby & Cypress Keller Tom Reed Farms ViTech International, Inc. Woodman’s Markets PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!
PRAYING FOR THE HOMELESS: Join us a t6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23 for a communal Stations of the Cross downtown Madison at the Cathedral Square Way of the Cross, on the east corner of W. Washington and S. Henry Street. We gather in a spirit of sorrow and repentance for our role in Christ’s suffering, contemplating in a special way those who carry the very visible cross of homelessness in our midst, especially those recently evicted from sleeping outside the City Country Building. They have lost the little shelter, safety, and stability they had found. Prayer booklets will be provided by the St. Francis Catholic Worker. Bring a warm blanket or clothing item to offer afterward. This will be a prayerful gathering and not a PR or press event. Questions? Email:
[email protected] DEEPEN YOUR FAITH WITH THE CATHOLIC HERALD—Issue of October 22: this week, the Catholic Herald includes a special Senior section that addresses issues pertinent to senior citizens. This week’s paper also contains the popular Junior Saints section for youth. Learn more about your Catholic faith by reading the Catholic Herald. If you do not subscribe but wish to receive the Catholic Herald in your home, contact Vicki at the parish office: 868-3337.
ST. THOMAS MORE SOCIETY: The news has been full of Catholics and others asserting their rights to Freedom of Religion. All are invited to reflect how “faithful citizens” can navigate occasionally turbulent political waters and leave us better informed in the process. You need not be a member or lawyer to attend this informative event, but please RSVP. A free-will offering for the continental breakfast is requested. WHEN: Friday, November 6. 7:30 a.. Prayers, 7:45-8:45 a.m. presentation WHERE: St. Patrick church, 404 E. Main St, Madison RSVP: Deb O’Brien at
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Special THANK YOU to parishioners Gail & John Nordlof for the donation of altar wine. Northleaf Winery, LLC 232 South Janesville Street Milton Wisconsin 53563 608-580-0575 fax 608-580-0576 www.northleafwinery.com
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The picture above is the inside of the Coliseum Church at the National Shrine of the North American Martyrs in rural Auriesville, New York. It was erected in 1930 and is one of the first circular churches built in the United States. That same year North America's first and only martyrs (someone killed because of their religious beliefs) were canonized (officially declared by the Catholic Church to be saints). The hilltop shrine encompasses some 600 acres of land and celebrates its 130th anniversary this year. The Coliseum Church can accommodate up to 10,000 people with an altar at its center built to resemble a 17th century wooden frontier stockade. Along the outside railing you’ll see various relics (physical remains or the personal effects of a saint) in eloquent enclosures including those of St. Kateri Tekakwitha who was born in the Mohawk Indian village of Ossernenon at this location in 1656. In fact, up the road just a handful of miles is her own shrine in Fonda at the location where she became a Christian and was baptized. The grounds offer plenty of opportunities for prayer and contemplation with a Stations of the Cross walk, giant Rosary made of painted stones, mosaics depicting the Seven Sorrows of Mary, and other memorials.
While the shrine is a pretty site, the story of the martyrs is not. On October 19th the church celebrates the optional memorial of Saints John de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues, and companions. Father Jogues and two of these companions, Rene Goupil and John Lalande, were held captive, tortured, and died at the sight of this shrine. Caught between the warring tribes of Iroquois and Hurons, these holy men sought to bring the native Americans of the region of what is now Upper New York and Canada to the Catholic faith. Father de Brebeuf was one of the first missionaries to Canada and worked among the Hurons, composing a dictionary and catechisms in their native language. His efforts saw thousands converted to Christianity. He was captured by the Iroquois along with four other Jesuit priests and tortured to death in 1648. "The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the church" is an adage pointing to the willing sacrifice of lives so that other may know about the saving message of Jesus Christ. These eight North American martyrs are a stark example of this and an opportunity for us to ponder how much we would be willing to suffer to do the same.
— Paul Schultz
Faith Formation… No classes October 20/21!
LOVE LOVE LOVE To live as He lived To love as HE loved To serve as He served
“FLY ME TO THE MOON”: On Saturday, November 14 join us as we transform our parish center into an ’Evening with Ol’ Blue Eyes’ Dinner and Dance. Cocktails begin at 5:00 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m. and dancing at 7:00 p.m. Listen to our very own DJ “Soulman” mix Sinatra and his friends in an evening that promises to be incredible! Cost is $25 per person. Tickets on sale now at the parish office and will be sold at the Harvest Festival.
SINATRA TRIVIA CONTINUES: FROM LAST WEEK: Where did the term “Rat Pack” originate? ANSWER: The term “Rat Pack” was coined by the actress Lauren Bacall to describe a Hollywood drinking circle that included her husband Humphrey Bogart and Frank Sinatra. THIS WEEK’S TRIVIA: The original “Rat Pack” referred to themselves by another name. What was that name? Check the bulletin next week for the answer!
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ST. STEPHEN CHURCH, Clinton: St. Stephen Church, 716 Shu-Lar Ln, Clinton, invites you to their 9th Annual Pork Chop Dinner on Sunday, November 1. The day begins with Polka Mass at 10:00 a.m. with Jack Farina and the St. Stephen’s Polka Choir. The Pork Chop Dinner and Bake Sale will be held in the Family Center from 11:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Adults: $12, Kiddos 6-12: $6, Under 5 yrs: FREE!
Lily’s Column with Fr. Dave: Christ He is a path, if any be mislead; He is a robe, if any naked be; If any change to be hungry, He is bread; If any be a bondsman, He is free; If any be but weak, how strong is He; To dead men life He is, to sick men health; To blind men sight, and to the needy wealth; A pleasure without loss, a treasure without stealth. Giles Fletcher
MERCY HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER NEEDED: Are you available from 7:00-10:00 a.m. on Monday or Tuesday? If so, volunteers are needed to assist patients by pushing wheelchairs. Call Jill Ayres at 7566713. MERCY HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Mercy Hospice is seeking volunteers to visit with patients, including veteran volunteers, music volunteers and a variety of other needs. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please call 608-754-2201. We would love to have you share your talents with our team! AGRACE TO OFFER ORIENTATION FOR VOLUNTEERS: Agrace will offer volunteer orientation for those interested in making a difference in the lives of others. The next orientation will be held on Wednesday, October 21 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at the Agrace Center, 2901 N. Wright Rd, Janesville. Prior to attending orientation, prospective volunteers will complete an application and an interview process with Agrace’s Volunteer Services staff to identify the volunteer’s skills and interests. Call 608-314-2922 to begin this pre-orientation process.
AMERICA READS: Seeks volunteers to help students who struggle with reading. Please call Laura Anastasi at 608-362-9593 to volunteer. CEDAR CREST: Seeks volunteers to spend time with residents during oneon-one visits. Activities vary. For more information, call 608-373-6327. HEDBERG PUBLIC LIBRARY: Several volunteers opportunities are available, including data entry, mailing and shelf reading. For more information, call 608-758-6588. RESPITE CENTER: A new respite center in Janesville is looking for 12 to 15 volunteers to help children with physical and mental disabilities. Duties include changing diapers, feeding, playing and general housekeeping. Those interested should call 608-2010697 or 608-289-3618. ALDEN MEADOW PARK: Seeking volunteers to work at its Clinton location. Volunteers can participate in one-on-one visits, men’s groups, women’s groups, book clubs, and crafting. A 20-minute orientation is required. For more information, call 608-676-2202.
consecrated life — how we can appreciate it and encourage it — each week until the year officially concludes. For example, we will dig deeper into those two documents mentioned in the Holy Father’s announcement.
Religious life ought to promote growth in the church by way of attraction. The church must be attractive. Wake up the world! Be witnesses of a different way of doing things, of acting, of living! . . . It is this witness that I expect of you. Religious should be men and women who are able to wake the world up. —Pope Francis, meeting with the Union of Superiors General, November 29, 2013 While we anticipate the Holy Year of Mercy which will begin on December 8th, it is easy to forget that we are already in the midst of the Year of Consecrated Life which started on the First Sunday of Advent last November and ends on February 2, 2016, the World Day for Consecrated Life. “I decided to proclaim a Year of Consecrated Life,” wrote Pope Francis, “on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Dogmatic Constitution on the Church Lumen Gentium, which speaks of religious in its sixth chapter, and of the Decree Perfectae Caritatis on the renewal of religious life.” With this observance the Pope want us all to look to the past with gratitude, to live the present with passion and to embrace the future with hope. In an effort to wake up our own little corner of the world we will look at different aspects of
Did you know a song, “Wake the world with dawning joy,” was written in honor of the Year of Consecrated Life? Vision Vocation Guide, a resource for those seeking information on Catholic religious vocations and men’s and women’s religious communities, commissioned that song (along with the National Religious Vocation Conference) and provides a nice introductory summary of what this is all about: Since the call of the first disciples, some followers of Jesus have sought a different way to live their faith. In the early church groups of widows gathered to dedicate themselves to prayer and good works. Others craved solitary prayer, so they fled to the desert to commune with God and guide others in the pursuit of holiness. Monasteries, cloisters, and religious houses eventually came into being, and religious life as we know it began to take shape. Consecrated life—in its diverse expressions around the globe—is a gift to the church and world. Its prayer lifts the entire church. Likewise, good works and the pursuit of justice shape society to more closely resemble the reign of God. A life of chastity, poverty, and obedience gives powerful witness to faith in Jesus without a word being uttered. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, religious communities of men and women rise up, serve a purpose, thrive, and live on or come to an end. This ebb and flow has occurred for 2,000 years and will continue for millennia to come as new members around the world take vows and join their lives to communities to live out the gospel in radical ways.
Pastoral Council
The purpose of the parish Pastoral Council is to provide the opportunity for members of the parish to share in the oversight of the pastoral activity of the parish. The Pastoral Council consists of nine members of the parish chosen by the parish for three-year terms. The parish trustees are ex-officio members, chosen by the parish for two-year terms. The pastor and parish business administrator are also ex-officio members of the Pastoral Council. The Pastoral Council reviews all the activities of its commissions and committees, and approves their activities for the good of the entire parish.
Meetings
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Ark Library. Positions of Chairperson and Prayer Leader change from meeting to meeting. The agenda is set by the pastor with input from staff and other council members. It always includes reports from each of the commissions.
Selection Process (for Pastoral Council & Parish Trustee)
Selecting new members to serve on the Pastoral Council is done during August/ September each year. On one weekend, (August 29/30) all parishioners at mass are invited to submit names of parishioners they think would serve the parish well as a Pastoral Council member or as a Parish Trustee. This process is referred to as “Calling Forth”. These names are published in the weekly bulletin on the next two weekends. Any member whose name is on either list and does not wish to serve are asked to call the parish office to have his/her name removed. On the third weekend following the Calling Forth (September 19/20), a ballot is distributed at the weekend masses, and parishioners are invited to select the new members. Current Members: Julia Armstrong, Ed Butler, Lisa Meyers, Rod Montanye, Lori Schrank, Patricia Starr, Steve Vicenzi, Mark Warren, Ron Yoss Current Trustees: Lori Warren, Gail Slepekis
