ST. PIUS X PARISH SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

25TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

“A Place to Call Home”

September 19th & 20th Join us after all Masses to greet our newcomers!

Welcome to our new Parishioners!

MASS INTENTIONS

CALENDAR CLUB WINNERS

This past Tuesday, September 15th, the Church celebrated the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows. It comes the day after the Church’s Feast of the Exultation of the Holy Cross. It is also the Octave (eighth day) after the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This memorial remembers the Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Mother: 1.The prophecy of Simeon (St. Luke 2:34, 35); 2.The flight into Egypt (St. Matthew 2:13, 14); 3.The loss of the Child Jesus in the temple (St. Luke 2: 43-45); 4.The meeting of Jesus and Mary on the Way of the Cross; 5.The Crucifixion; 6.The taking down of the Body of Jesus from the Cross; and 7.The burial of Jesus. As important as this memorial is to the Universal Church, it has particular meaning for us here at St. Pius X. The Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows is an important Feast Day for the Servants of Mary who have served our parish and school over the last 60 years. We have truly been blessed by the many women of faith who have served us here at St. Pius X and St. Pius/St. Leo School. Currently we have Sr. Rosalie Riccobono our parish Liturgist who has been with St. Pius X for the last 10 years. We also have Sr. Roselma Legault who is a Resource Teacher Assistant in our school. Sr. Roselma came to us last year after Sr. Viola Miksch was forced to leave because of her health. Sr. Viola served our parish and school for over 40 years. A couple times a month I have mass at Immanuel Fontenelle where Sr. Viola currently lives. In the Gospel today the disciples are arguing amongst themselves as to who is the greatest. We are told that Jesus responds to their arguing in the following way, “’If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.’ Taking a child, he placed it in the their midst, and putting his arms around it, he said to them, ‘Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me; and whoever receives me, receives not me but the One who sent me.’” The sisters who have served our school in the past and those who continue to serve are certainly examples of what Jesus was talking about in the Gospel. For 60 years they have humbly served our parish and most importantly have served the children of this parish. They didn’t do it for money, prestige, or honor. They did it because of their love of God and love of God’s children. Sr. Viola doesn’t communicate much these days but when I mention St. Pius/St. Leo school she gets a big smile on her face. Her joy was always serving the children of our parishes and the memory of that continues to bring joy to her life. True joy comes to our lives through the service we are able to give to others, especially to those who are the most vulnerable. Our greatest desire is to be with the Lord forever. The way to achieve that is not to search for greatness here, but to serve others. Prayers: This week our nation welcomes Pope Francis. Please pray for this visit and also for the upcoming Synod on the Family that will occur when the Holy Father returns to Rome. The Parish will host a watching party in the Parish Center, Thursday, September 24th, as the Holy Father addresses congress. It is currently scheduled for 9:00 am CST. Come join other parishioners and watch the Holy Father on the big screen. Discussions with the Pastor: You are invited to come and visit with an idea, concern, question, or if you would just like to talk. Feel free to come alone or with others. This week I will be available Tuesday, September 22nd from 4:30 to 5:30 pm and Thursday, September 24th from 4:30 to 5:30 pm.

From your Pastor’s Desk Fr. Mike Eckley

Monday, September 21

7:00 am †Dex Martin ME

5:30 pm †Pat Crampton DS

Tuesday, September 22

7:00 am †Edward Domalakes DS

8:30 am †Ida Cano CL

5:30 pm †Cathy Clark ME

Wednesday, September 23

7:00 am †Mike Gasnick ME

8:30 am †Marty Baye MB

5:30 pm †Ed & †Pat Daegas MB

Thursday, September 24

7:00 am †Sandra Winn DS

8:30 am †Lucille Marie Frost, OP ME

5:30 pm †Margaret Ehlers ME

Friday, September 25

7:00 am †Beverly Bomar ME

5:30 pm †Henry Klug MB

Saturday Vigil Masses, September 26

5:00 pm St. Pius Parishioners VP

7:00 pm †Lowell Logan VP

Sunday Morning Masses, September 27

7:30 am †Angelo & †Consuelo Rivera VP

9:30 am †Francis Frederick VP

11:30 am †Benjamin Sundermeier VP

To have a name listed in the bulletin: call the rectory at 402-558-8446. Names of the sick will be listed for 4 weeks. For the daily Prayer Line: please call Irene

Wolf at 402-556-4350.

Our Sick

Iris Oswald, Shawn Simon •

Donna Curtis •

Fritz Pyle, Vicki Jimenez, Cindy Maher •

Ron Kohles, Ron Bojanski, C.J. Beultel

Our Deceased

†Deb Vana

†Renato Korus _____________________

PLEASE PRAY FOR

September 13th 7692 Mary Lee Kenworthy

September 14th 8400 Andy & Iris Oswald

September 15th 8402 Rita Lohaus

September 16th 7801 Gary & Kathy Seier

September 17th 8266 Vera Pietramale

September 18th 7105 Darlene Smith

September 19th 7511 Linda Pedersen

St. Pius X/St. Leo School Joyce Gubbels, Principal

Key to the success of any school and its mission is that the school community is surrounded by supportive and involved parents who provide for their children a vital role of expecting them to do well and accomplish much as students. Parents need to be consistent in their expectations of their children’s work ethic and supportive in helping their children succeed when help is needed. We are pleased that we had 99% of our families present for our Open House held the evening of August 18th. This was an outstanding turnout of our families, the highest we can ever remember. We had a wonderful evening full of lots of excitement and joy. The students and their families were able to find their homerooms and to meet their teachers as well as visit many of the other parts of our school. We believe this helps all to be at ease the first day of school. People continue to be amazed as they see the classrooms all set up for effective learning environments. We are so blessed that in that last years we have built beautiful pre-school, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classrooms as well as an outstanding science lab. Many families also took advantage of Blimpies Night in the cafeterias and helped with the serving and clean up. Kim Ramsey and Bob Nowaczyk, our Development Coordinators, did a great job of organizing this event. We had several parents who helped with the evening. We are so appreciative of the parents’ involvement. We are in the first quarter of the school year. We are so thankful for the tremendous involvement of, not only our parents, but, many parishioners and friends of our school community. What a gift you all are to St. Pius X / St. Leo School!!

September 20th is Catechetical Sunday! It is with gratitude that the catechists in the Sunday Preschool Program and the Wednesday Religious Education Program are highlighted for their ministry to the youth of our parish. “The sacred duty and the joy of each succeeding generation of Christian believers has been to hand on the deposit of faith that was first entrusted to the apostles by Christ himself.” National Directory for Catechesis, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, page 87 It is with joy that the following catechists assist parents with the sacred duty of handing on the deposit of faith to the next generation:

Pam Goebel – Sunday Preschool Patrick Kudlacek – Sunday Preschool Carrie Boynton – Sacramental Catechist Lauren Barry – Level 1 Catechist Katy Chattin – Level 2 Catechist Terri Preston – Level 2 Catechist Nella Brown – Level 3 Catechist Nyawuor Paljor – Level 3 Aide Cheri Bowe – Level 4 Catechist Kelsey Leick – Level 4 Catechist Mary Novotny – Level 5 Catechist Teddy Novotny – Level 5 Aide Christine Gonderinger – Level 6 Catechist Jenny Jeffrey – Level 7 Catechist Doug Goebel – Level 8 Catechist Jen Genzler – Level 8 Aide

Other ministers of catechesis who we honor on Catechetical Sunday include the teachers, aides and staff of St. Pius X/ St. Leo School, facilitators of the Baptism Class, RCIA, Discipleship Group Program, Youth Ministry, Catholic Social Teachings, Adults Faith Formation and Bible Study Programs. Parents, especially, are honored for their role as the primary and first catechists of their family. Catechetical Sunday is cause for celebration for the many who serve to hand on the deposit of faith.

Religious Education Ministry Patty Griffith, Director

Youth Group Next Week: St. Pius X Youth Group meets next week, September 27th following the 11:30 Mass. We meet twice a month, and all high school students are welcome to join any time. Prayer and Share Holders: Seven youth and two adults are traveling to Indianapolis in November for the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC). The cost per person is significant. If you are interested in supporting us on our way, we invite you to become a Prayer and Shareholder. Your commitment is prayer for a safe, spirit-filled trip, and financial support (at $20/share). Our commitment is prayer for you and updates along our way. See us after Mass this weekend, or contact the Youth Office for more info (402-558-8446 or janetd@stpiusxomaha.org)

High School Youth Ministry Janet Drvol, Director

LUNCH MENU: SEPT. 21 - 25

Monday: French Toast Stix, Sausage, Tri-tater,

Applesauce

Tuesday: Pizza, Salad, Baby Carrots, Fruit Choice

Wednesday: Mega Nachos, Corn, Fruit Choice

Thursday: Chicken Patty on Bun, Pickle Spear, Baked

Beans, Fruit Choice

Friday: Hoagie, French Fries, Fruit Choice

Crew #1 has cafeteria duty this week.

OTHER NEWS AND EVENTS

Life in the Spirit Seminar will deepen your spiritual life and open your heart to a greater awareness of the Holy Spirit in your life. Join us on Monday, October 5th in the Suneg Center from 9:30 -11:00 am at St. Margaret Mary Church, 6116 Dodge. Men and women of all ages are welcome. Childcare is provided. To register, please call Lucretia at 402-558-8299. Our Lady of Lourdes invites you to shop their Fall Rummage Sale, Friday and Saturday, September 25th and 26th, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sun., September. 27th, from noon to 5:00 pm in St. Bernadette Hall (lower level of the church). And enjoy the fun of their Annual Fall Festival, Sunday, September 27th, noon to 9:00 pm. Street Smart Saints: Holiness in the Secular World! October 2nd - 4th, retreat at St. Benedict Center, with Monsignor Andrew J. Vaccari and Teresa Monaghen, AO. St. Benedict Joseph Labre and Jacques Fesch are two great examples of people who received their vocation “on the road.” We can learn from them how to live a life devoted to God in our busy modern world. The weekend includes presentations , prayer , guided

meditat ion, shared ref lect ion, opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Mass both Saturday and Sunday. Starts Friday, 7:30 pm For more information, call ( 4 0 2 ) 3 5 2 - 8 8 1 9 o r v i s i t www.StBenedictCenter.com Ethan Joseph Schlautman was born on July 11, 2015, with a congenital heart defect which will require him to undergo a series of heart surgeries. Judy's Little Angels' Childcare is sponsoring a fundraiser for Ethan and all proceeds will go to his medical bills. Sunday, September 27th, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm, at Sokol Auditorium 2234 S 13th St. “If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.” (Mark 9:35) Jesus teaches us that we are called to serve one another. Sacrifice is not a word that many people like to hear. We think it means that we must give up something that we want. However, the literal meaning of sacrifice is “to make holy,” from the words “sacer” = sacred and “facere” = to make. In other words, we make our lives holy by sharing our gifts in the service of God.

Monday, September 21

9:15am Tai Chi (PC)

6:00pm Bible Study (P1)

6:45pm Human Needs Outreach Mtg (P3)

7:00pm RCIA (MPR)

7:00pm 2nd Ministry Session [EMCH] (C)

Tuesday, September 22

10:00am “Mary” Bible Study (P1)

12:00pm Parish Staff Meeting (Rectory)

3:30pm Drama Club (PC)

6:00pm Cooking Class (P4)

6:30pm AA (Sch. Cafeteria)

7:00pm KofC Officer's Meeting (P2/P3)

Wednesday, September 23

9:15am Tai Chi (PC)

6:00pm Deacon Meeting (Library)

6:30pm RE Class (School)

6:45pm DVD series “Priest, Prophet and

King" (MPR)

7:00pm Women's Christmas Lunch

Meeting (PC)

Thursday, September 24

9:00am Pope to Congress Presentation

(PC)

7:00pm Soul Track Retreat (P2/P3/P4)

Saturday, September 26

Dusting Disciples Crew #6 - Martins

Missionary Co-op

Sunday, September 27

9:30am Sunday Preschool (Kindergarten

Rm. KB)

12:30pm Youth Group (PC)

1:00pm Baptism (Church)

2:00pm Soul Track Retreat (P2/P3/P4)

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Rosary: 6:30 am and 5:05 pm

Mon.-Fri., & 7:10 am Sun.

C.A.R.E. Sold after the weekend Masses,

and weekdays in the school and

parish offices.

THIS WEEK AT ST. PIUS

MINISTRY SCHEDULE FOR SEPTEMBER 26-27

5:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:30 AM

Deacon J. Nardini M. Leick G. Schimonitz

EMHC

J. Nardini C. Nardini Sr. Rosalie M. Vana M. Jarzynka L. Douglas M. Perrotto

M. Dorcey C. Nelson M. Harrell M. Harrell M. Hillier S. Hillier M. Cox

M. Leick J. Owens K. Andreasen A. Mitchell E. Borowiak M. J. Burns M. Dai

K. Roshone A. Pyle M. Wessling J. Stolze J. Hoffman R. Hoffman T. Griffith

G. Schimonitz I. Salzman J. Brown R. Versch M. Milota M. Gasnick M. Ursick

Greeter L. Ehlers P. Botos P. Potter L. Krumel NOT FILLED

Lector S. Welborn V. Wilson

P. Dau J. Salerno

B. Giles C. White

A. Weidle J. Maciejewski

K. Salzman A. Salzman

Server

L. Burns C. Genzler J. Burns

L. Dau T. Novotny S. Loukota

M. Roberts A. Chattin M. Fowler

C. James NOT FILLED M. Cipolla

E. Salzman C. Lang J. Thomas

CARE K. Papa M. Novotny L. Thomsen B. Schulte D. & M. Martins

Music P. Kern Alleluia Choir * A. Roche

Maple Crest M. Longo, P. Wagoner

This is our annual Hospitality Weekend. St. Pius has added quite a few new families since the beginning of 2015! Join us after Mass to help us welcome the new members of our parish. We will have coffee and refreshments, and take a little time to

get to know our newest parishioners, and give them a chance to get to know you. So be sure to get a name tag, have some refreshments, and show our new members what a great parish St. Pius X is!

Hospitality Weekend

AROUND OUR PARISH

A historic moment! You are invited to the St. Pius X Parish Center on September 24th to watch Pope Francis address a joint session of Congress. We will start at 9:00 am. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Please plan to join us! 2016 Calendar Club Tickets are now available in the narthex of the church and the parish office. 2016 is a leap year so each ticket will give you 366 chances to win (that’s less than 11 cents/chance!) A total of $20,000 will be given away. This is a fun way to support the work of the parish. Tickets also make great gifts! (Must be 18 to participate) Put completed stubs and money in an envelope marked “Calendar Club” and bring them to the parish office or place in the collection basket on the weekends. St. Pius X Women’s Organization will host its annual Wine Tasting on Saturday, October 3rd from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. This year it will be at the home of Jerry and Colleen Morrissey, 6031 Bridle Path. Come and enjoy wine and appetizers in the company of other parishioners. Bring your spouse, significant other, friends; all are welcome. Please calling Donna at 402 677-5324 to reserve your spot. Pay at the door ($10). For directions call 402 554-1768 or cdmomaha@gmail.com Charitable gift annuities to benefit our Parish and/or School offer better rates than many certificates of deposit, provide a tax deduction, and are an excellent way to pass on our Catholic

heritage. To learn more about how charitable gift annuities may be established through our Parish or School Endowment Funds contact your attorney or accountant or call Bob Nowaczyk, SPSL's Development Coordinator, at 402-551-6667. Pius Catholic Social Teaching Team invites you to attend PRAISED BE: “Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home” Thursday, October 8th at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center Dr. Roger Bergman, Director of the Creighton University Peace and Justice Studies Program, will offer a presentation that has two aims: to acquaint participants with the main themes and perspectives of the encyclical, and to encourage personal reading and group discussion of the encyclical. We are bringing back the Women's Christmas Luncheon this year on December 5th. If anyone would like to be on the planning committee, there will be a meeting in the Parish Center on Wednesday, September 23rd at 7:00 pm. Baker's has changed the way they participate in C.A.R.E. To enroll your Baker’s Plus card for our school, create an account at www.bakersplus.com/communityrewards and enroll your current Baker's Plus card. Click COMMUNITY near the top of the screen. Select “Community Rewards” and enter your information. Click Save and choose the option to enter our school code 39528

Office Hours: Weekdays 8 am - 4:30 pm

Saturdays 8:30 am - Noon

Pastor: Rev. Michael Eckley

Associate: Rev. Mark Bridgman

Deacons: Mike Leick,

Jim Nardini (Cindy)

& Gene Schimonitz (Carol)

Weekend

Masses:

Saturdays 5 & 7 pm

Sundays 7:30, 9:30 and

11:30 am

Daily Masses: 7 am & 5:30 pm

Reconciliation: Saturdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Marriage

Preparation:

Call the Parish Office at

least 6 months in advance

New Parent

Baptismal Class:

Second Thursday of the

month, 7 - 9 pm in the

Parish Center. This class

is required for baptism.

Pre-registration is re-

quired 1 week in advance.

Call 402-558-1898.

RCIA: For those interested in

becoming a Catholic,

please call the parish

office.

School: 402- 551-6667

Religious Ed: 402-558-1898

Liturgy Office: 402-558-1847

Youth Ministry: 402-558-8446

Pastoral Ministry: 402-558-8446

Prayer Line: 402-556-4350,

Irene Wolf

Bulletin Deadline: Two weeks in advance.

Bulletin e-mail: bulletin@stpiusxomaha.org

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Fiscal Year July1, 2015 – June 30, 2016 DONATIONS RECEIVED THE WEEKEND OF

Sep. 12/13

Our per Sunday goal is $19,962.00

Sunday Envelopes $13,912.98 Deficit Reduction $50.00 Children’s Collection $85.55 Plate Collection $551.70 Total Sunday Contribution $14,600.23 This week’s deficit ($5,361.77)

YTD Parish Stewardship $177,902.33 Budgeted YTD Stewardship $219,582.00 Parish Deficit YTD ($41,679.67)

This is week 11 of 52 weeks this fiscal year 2015-16.

Our Weekly Average YTD is $16,172.94

Thanks for your help!

Thank you to all who attended, volunteered and supported the Julie Moore fundraiser. We will keep you all in our Prayers. - The Moore Family.