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Lumen Christi CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
2055 Bohland Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55116 Phone 651-698-5581 www.lumenchristicc.org
We are called to be the Light of Christ in the world. Mission Statement
January 29, 2017
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
— Matthew 5:3
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
WE’RE PROUD OF
HIGHLAND CATHOLIC!
January 29, 2017
Some reflections from our liturgical ministers CALENDAR
Sunday, January 29
Catholic Schools Week
Music Ministry: Adult Choir at 8:30 Mass
Faith Formation 9:00 am 2nd Fl. Classrooms
Catholic Schools Week Mass 10:30 am
Music Ministry: Handbell Choir and School Choir at 10:30
Children’s Liturgy of the Word during the 10:30 Mass
Confirmation Small Groups 12:30 pm 2nd Floor
Monday, January 30
Catholic Schools Week
Writing as a Spiritual Practice 6:30 pm 1CON
HCS Band Concert 7:00 pm CH
Tuesday, January 31
Catholic Schools Week
iServe 3:00 pm CR
Liturgy Committee Mtg. 6:30 pm 1CON
Wednesday, February 1
Catholic Schools Week
All School Mass Noon CH
Confirmation Small Groups 4:00 pm 2nd Floor
Preschool Open House 6:45 pm Rm. 252
Adult Choir 6:30 pm CH
RCIA 6:30 pm Rm 252
Social Justice 7:30 pm 1CON
Thursday, February 2
Catholic Schools Week
Senior Yoga 2:00 pm 1CON
Handbell Choir 6:30 pm CH
Adult Faith Formation 7:00 pm CR
Baptism Class 7:00 pm 1CON
Friday, February 3
Catholic Schools Week
Men’s Group 6:30 am 1CON
Saturday, February 4
Confessions 3:30 pm
Music Ministry: Handbell Choir at 4:30 Mass
Ministry Awareness: Widen the Circle
Sunday, February 5
Food Shelf Collection
Music Ministry: Adult Choir at 10:30 Mass
Families Moving Forward Arrives
Ministry Awareness: Widen the Circle
“I enjoy the opportunity to be a GREETER at Lumen
Christi as it gives me the chance to meet others in our
parish that I wouldn’t otherwise meet. And I have met
lots of nice people! So thank you, I wish I could do
more.” Jamie Flynn
“I enjoy being a EUCHARISTIC MINISTER because I
like making a connection with people when they come
up to receive communion. I am so grateful to be able to
worship freely as a Catholic in America. I think it is a
small way of giving back, and really, it gives me so
much more!” Teri Parker-Brown
“I like being a SERVER because it helps me understand
church more. I also like it because I like holding the
book and pouring the water for the hand washing. I
think it’s really fun.” Max Parker, Grade 5
“I like being a SERVER because I’m God’s little friend.
By serving at mass, I understand things better and help
the church. I think every boy and girl should get a
chance to be a server.” Everett Parker, Grade 5
“Being a GREETER is a great way to connect with pa-
rishioners, and people who are new to our church.
Greeters are the “first line welcomers” and new people
coming to our church may base their experience off of
that first smile or “hello”. This is a very important piece
of the communal Mass experience at LCCC, and I am
very glad that we have people willing to provide this
ministry!” Nic Gianino
“To be involved as a MASS COORDINATOR is an
opportunity to personally prepare myself for the biggest
banquet you could attend--as I learned in 1st grade, the
greatest prayer of our faith.” Barb Meyer
“By my involvement as a LECTOR, I use my God given
talent for public speaking to help others hear God’s mes-
sage in different ways. It also gives me a different per-
spective on the readings by proclaiming them instead of
hearing them. Spending time in preparation also gives
me greater understanding and time to reflect on the mes-
sage conveyed.” Julie Keegstra
“I’ve come to realize over many years the depth, clarity
and encouragement of helping to express the Word of
God as a LECTOR in our Mass. It is an honor that
deepens my faith and, encourages us as a community, to
trust in our Lord” Tim Murphy
“It means a great deal to me to be an USHER for these
past nine years. I offered to become involved because
my husband was an usher for several years before his
death, and I wanted to continue his job. I think of him
whenever I take up the collection on Sunday. It is an
honor to serve in this small way. Thank you.”
Valerie Whitehead
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
Highland Catholic School Faith Formation
Faith Formation First Thursday: February 2 at 7:00 PM.
Anne Klejment from UST will share the spirituality of
Dorothy Day and the progress of the cause for
Dorothy’s canonization. No registration; just come to
the community room.
Confirmation candidates begin their small group
sessions this week and there are still opportunities to
accompany them through their preparation by serving
as a catechist or aid in the classes on Sundays at 12:30
PM or Wednesdays at 4:00 PM. Please contact Phyllis
in the parish office for more information.
Bible Study registration time! Little Rock Scripture
Study provides both the scholarship for informed Bible
study and group reflection questions to foster faith
sharing. Beginning February 8, we will study the
Gospel According to Matthew on Wednesdays at 9:00
AM. Please contact Phyllis in the parish office to
register. Cost of materials is $15.
When I was a Kindergarten Teacher, at Highland Catho-
lic School, I used to love to bring my class over to the
church. One of their favorite activities was respectfully
lying on the floor near the altar and gazing up at the Ocu-
lus, the Eye of God. It is the best perspective to take in
the beautiful shape, balance and wonder of the source of
light. I would highly recommend this exercise to all of
you. (It is a great way to dust the floor, too!)
The oculus calls us to contemplate the power of God, His
watchfulness and care, the never-ending circle created by
our school and parish community and our place in that
circle.
The 500 plus students of Highland Catholic School are
thriving thanks to this parish community and the leader-
ship of Fr. Paul Feela. During this upcoming Catholic
Schools Week, we have much for which to be grateful.
We are blessed to have the longtime financial support of
Lumen Christi Catholic Community. People are so good
to us in supporting Catholic education. We are blessed
by the countless volunteers that help with daily school
life: tutors, coaches, members of the Home and School
Committee, Men’s Club, Swing Committee, lunch serv-
ers. School Ministry Council, … I am going to get in
trouble. There are too many volunteers to mention.
All of these volunteers, in addition to our marvelous staff
and faculty, help shape the faith life of our students. By
generously sharing their time and talents, they serve now
and in the future in ways that aren’t yet revealed. What
wonderful role models! I am grateful to everyone.
Here are a few fun facts about Catholic Schools in the
United States:
1. There are 6,525 Catholic Schools in the United States.
2. The graduation rate from Catholic High Schools is
99.0% compared to 82.5% in our public schools.
3. The percentage of 12th graders who attend a four-year
college from Catholic Schools nationally is 85.7%. This
is even higher in our local Catholic High Schools. The
public school rate is 39.5%
4. A Gift to the Nation: Based on the average public
school per pupil cost. Catholic schools provide $24 bil-
lion in savings each year for the nation.
If you are interested in joining our school circle of volun-
teers, please look for specific information during the Feb.
5th, Ministry Weekend. All are welcome.
God bless and Happy Catholic Schools Week!
Jane Schmidt
Principal
Vocations
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
Community Events
Breaking Bread with Jesus: Meals in the Gospels
with Art Zannoni at St. Pascal Baylon
Thursdays—February 9, 16 & 23, 7:00-9:00 pm
Brioschi Hall, 1757 Conway Street, St. Paul
Throughout the Gospels, Jesus shares meals with a vari-
ety of people. For Jesus, a meal was a way to teach
about the love God extending to all men and women,
especially those most in need of God’s message. Jesus’
meals with the poor, sinners, and outcasts were signs of
solidarity with those despised and rejected and were
signs of the future heavenly banquet, dining in the king-
dom of God.
This 3-part series will explore the meal stories in the
synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) so as to
provide participants with a better understanding of what
it means to practice Christian fellowship. Emphasis will
be placed on both the similarities and differences in each
meal story. A free will offering will be taken. For
more information contact Kim Roering at
651-774-1585,x128 or [email protected].
Argument Club for Women
“Do Christians Have an Obligation
to Participate in Politics?”
Tuesday, February 7, 6:00-9:00 pm
St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 2001 Dayton Ave. St. Paul
The second in a series on Religious Freedom and will be
debated by University of St. Thomas Law Professor Teresa
Collett and Woodland Hills Church Pastor Greg Boyd. Professor Collett will argue in the affirmative that “participa-
tion in political life is perhaps the highest form of charity,” as
articulated by Pope Francis. Pastor Boyd will argue against
the proposition and has recently published a book on this is-
sue. The evening begins at 6:00 pm with a light meal and
libations, followed by introductory remarks at 6:45 pm and
the debate at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $12 at the door.
25rd
World Day of the Sick Mass
Saturday, February 11th
at 10:00 am
St. Charles Borromeo (St. Anthony, MN)
Pope Francis invites all people of goodwill to reflect on
Amazement at what God has accomplished:
"The Almighty has done great things for me..." (Luke 1:49)
CURATIO & Order of Malta welcome those who are
sick/suffering, health care chaplains, and health care
workers. Mass celebrated by Archbishop Bernard A.
Hebda. Special prayers, blessing with Lourdes water ,
a reception and presentation by Professor Elizabeth
Schiltz (UST), on the dignity of the human person fol-
low Mass. Please visit www.curatioapostolate.com or
call 612-840-7066 for more information. Handicapped
accessible.
Miryam Dinner, Tuesday, Feb. 7, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
An event for women, ages 16 – 35, who are discerning
consecrated life, hosted by Bishop Cozzens and Fr. Da-
vid Blume, Director of Vocations. The evening begins
with prayer, followed by dinner with consecrated wom-
en sharing their vocation testimonies. Register at
www.10000vocations.org/events before February 3.
Email [email protected] or call the
Office of Vocations at 651-962-6890
Vianney Visit, February 9 – 11
Thurs. registration 4:00 – 6:00 pm to Sat. 11:00 am
St. John Vianney College Seminary
Vianney Visit provides high school sophomores through
college age men (ages 16-24) the opportunity to take a
closer look and experience college seminary. Attend
Mass, prayer, and spiritual conferences with SJV priests
and hear testimonies from SJV seminarians. There is no
charge for the event. All meals are provided
Team Vianney, Thursday, February 16, 5 – 8 pm
St. John Vianney College Seminary, St. Paul
Team Vianney is a Catholic movement of men in
9th –12th grades in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and
Minneapolis. Events are held at Saint John Vianney
College Seminary. Meet for dinner with college semi-
narians, hear a short, dynamic talk on our Catholic faith,
and participate in an energetic Mass with seminarians
and university students. More info: 651-962-6825 or
Women’s Discernment Retreat with Bishop Cozzens
Saturday, February 18th
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Nativity of Mary Catholic Church, Bloomington.
Join us to gain a deeper understanding of consecrated
life! Bishop Andrew Cozzens will celebrate Mass and
give a talk. The retreat day will include consecrated
women sharing their vocation stories, along with many
opportunities to chat and ask questions. Discover the
steps of discernment, learn more about yourself, and
listen to God speak to your heart. Lunch will be provid-
ed. There is no retreat fee, but a free – will donation is
welcome to cover the cost of lunch. Register online by
February 15 at www.10000vocations.org/events
Please pray for the following people who have died:
Donna Mulrooney
Lucy Pickerign
Regina Sheehy
May they rest in peace with Our Risen Savior.
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
Discipleship & Parish Life Council
Social Justice at Lumen Christi:
Social Justice in the Postmodern Era
How we define this postmodern era we live in depends
much on how we have defined the modern era that
preceded it. Is this period a continuation of the modern
era or is it better defined because of its opposition to
modernity and its enlightenment approach to scientific
objectivity and progress?
Cultural anthropologist Gerald Arbuckle S.M. suggests
the years of the sixties could be described as a sort of
revolution of expressive disorder which delineated the
end of the modern era and the beginning the
postmodern.
Although fifty years have passed, this revolution is still
recognizable today, when considered in either anti-order
or pro-order expressions. Amidst this time of crisis,
other social changes with revolts against authority were
at their highest. Protests, acts of conscience, violence
and the inevitable bloodshed were daily topics of news
reporting. A veritable watershed of every revolution,
whether sexual, civil rights, or the women’s movement,
all were part of the changes which riveted the sixties,
changing some of society’s attitudes into new ones,
which naturally caused for some, the reinforcing of old
ones.
Concerns for social justice were expressed at the time of
the Vatican II Council by the Benedictine Virgil Michel
(1888-1938) in Collegeville, MN. The hope was to find
a remedy with liturgical prayer that was central to faith
formation and to social justice consciousness. Full,
conscious and active participation in the liturgy is an
ongoing process, which stirs and empowers us to be full,
conscious and active servants of justice.
As ministers of justice, we must risk being transformed
every week by the experience of liturgy. We must
surrender to the rituals of the Church when she prays in
order to change our hearts, replenish our spirits, and
send us again out into the world.
Garrick Comeaux
Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Social Justice
Do it. Justice Lumen Christi Justice
PrimeTimers
PrimeTimers February Event
This event is open to ALL women (55 and over).
No PrimeTimer membership needed.
Lunch and TaylorMarie’s Style Show
Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at 11:30
Escape the winter cold and join us at Lumen Christi
for a wonderful lunch catered by Cherokee Tavern
(chicken salad croissant, fruit, dessert, coffee &
punch).
A great style show featuring TaylorMarie's fashions
will follow. Models will stroll around our tables wear-
ing their favorites. You can shop for your own Valen-
tine present!
Lunch at Lumen Christi: 11:30
Cost: $20.00
Checks are payable to LCCC PrimeTimers (who are
hosting this event) and can be put in the collection
basket or brought to the Lumen Christi Parish Office.
Deadline: January 31, 2017
Questions? Call: Jeannie Pechmann (651) 690-3059
Sue Cunningham (651) 699-0767
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February Registration: TaylorMarie's Style Show
Name:______________________________
Phone: ____________________
Payment Enclosed: __________
Why Volunteer? By Marge Norman
Because I am grateful to be a member of the Lumen
Christi Catholic Community. It is here that I am able to
listen, learn, receive inspiration to grow in faith and love
for God and for my neighbors.
With so many opportunities to contribute, participate
and share in the vibrant life that radiates through our
church and school, I am willing to help wherever need-
ed. That’s my commitment.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts
Marge. Do you feel the same? Would you be able to
share your gifts in some way and make a commitment
for one year to a ministry at Lumen Christi. Please take
the time in the coming weeks to review the opportunities
and see if there is some way you can fill the need, widen
the circle, and give thanks to God.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Heb 11:32-40; Ps 31:20-24; Mk 5:1-20
Tuesday: Heb 12:1-4; Ps 22:26b-28, 30-32; Mk 5:21-43
Wednesday: Heb 12:4-7, 11-15; Ps 103:1-2, 13-14, 17-18a; Mk 6:1-6
Thursday: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32]
Friday: Heb 13:1-8; Ps 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9; Mk 6:14-29
Saturday: Heb 13:15-17, 20-21; Ps 23:1-6; Mk 6:30-34
Sunday: Is 58:7-10; Ps 112:4-9; 1 Cor 2:1-5; Mt 5:13-16
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A Hymnal 989
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — You humble of the land, seek
justice and humility, and the Lord will be your
protection (Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13).
Psalm — Blessed are the poor in spirit; the
kingdom of heaven is theirs! (Psalm 146).
Second Reading — God chose the weak of the world, those who
count for nothing, so that whoever boasts should boast in the Lord
(1 Corinthians 1:26-31).
Gospel — Jesus taught from the mountain: Blessed are the poor in
spirit (Matthew 5:1-12a).
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday 28 4:30 pm †
Sunday 29
8:30 am Lumen Christi
10:30 am
Monday 30
7:45 am †Mary Sutch
Tuesday 31
7:45 am †Mary Pat McNeary
Wednesday 1
7:45 am †Dan Swanson
Thursday 2
7:45 am †
Friday 3
7:45 am †
Saturday 4
7:45 am †
4:30 pm World Day of Prayer
for Consecrated Religious Life
Sunday 5
8:30 am Lumen Christi
10:30 am †Edward Cleary
Pastor
Fr. Paul Feela x102
Staff
Parish Records
Paula Almer x108
Office Manager, Communications
Michaela Bisanz x117
Maintenance Supervisor
Lindell Blanchette x112
Pastoral Care Coordinator
Garrick Comeaux x105
Faith Formation Asst.
Jan Fuchs x119
Worship
Sr. Lynore Girmscheid x116
Faith Formation
Phyllis Hamill-Little x103
Maintenance
Ron Johnson x115
Youth Ministry
Karen Kirkhoff x120
Music
Mary Poepping x107
Principal
Jane Schmidt 690-2477 x106
Parish Director
Tom Schumacher x114
Weekend Maintenance
Jordan Weeks-Stephens x112
Highland Catholic School
2017 Bohland Ave., St. Paul, MN 55116 www.highlandcatholic.org
Jane Schmidt, Principal Please call 651-690-2477 for a tour.
New Parishioners Registration for new parishioners is offered after all Masses the
second weekend of every month, Sept - June. Please join us!
To Find Out About Becoming Catholic Contact Phyllis Hamill-Little.
Sacramental Preparation
Baptism A Baptism Preparation class for new parents is offered monthly and
Baptisms are celebrated once a month. Contact Phyllis Hamill-Little.
First Penance & Eucharist Contact Phyllis Hamill-Little.
Confirmation Contact Phyllis Hamill-Little.
Christian Marriage Contact Fr . Paul Feela before setting your wedding date,
at least 6 months in advance of the wedding date you would like.
Pastoral Visits / Communion for the Sick Contact Garrick Comeaux.
Sacraments for the Sick & Dying Contact Fr. Paul Feela
Anointing of the Sick At the onset of ser ious illness or before ser ious surgery.
Sacrament of the Dying (Viaticum) At the beginning of the dying process or
after a terminal diagnosis.
Funeral Arrangements Please contact the parish office.
Liturgical Ministers, Intercessions, Church Decor Contact Sr. Lynore.
Adult, Junior, Handbell Choirs, Cantors, Instrumentalists Contact Mary Poepping.
Eucharistic Adoration Located inside the Cleveland Ave. entrance. All are
invited to drop in anytime or call the Parish Office to be regularly scheduled.
Parish Library Located down the main hallway from the Gathering Space.
Prayer Line Please call 651-698-5581, x101.
Announcements
Bulletin Articles are due by Thursday at noon, a week before the ar ticle is in the
bulletin. E-mail texts to [email protected].
Mass Email lgirmscheid@lumenchr isticc.org by Tuesday at noon for the coming
weekend. Limit announcements to weekend events in the Gathering Area or parish-
wide events in the coming week.
VIRTUS Training All adult volunteers and employees who have regular contact with
youth are required to receive background checks and VIRTUS training. Contact
Phyllis Hamill-Little or register at www.virtus.org.
Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 pm Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 am Monday - Saturday 7:45 am
Sacrament of Penance Saturdays at 3:30 pm or by appointment Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Lumen Christi Catholic Community
2055 Bohland Ave. , St. Paul, MN 55116 651-698-5581 www.lumenchristicc.org
Lumen Christi Catholic Community #501600
ADDRESS: 2055 Bohland Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55116
PHONE: 651-698-5581
CONTACT PERSON: Michaela Bisanz
EMAIL: [email protected]
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