April 28th

, 2019

~ Second Sunday of Easter – Divine Mercy Sunday ~

“Have you come to believe because you have

seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.”

~ JOHN 20:29 ~

St. Patrick’s Holy Family Tekamah Decatur

Pastor: Rev. Kevin Joyce

1323 R Street – Tekamah, NE 68061

PHONE 402-374-1692

Office email:

stpats@abbnebraska.com

Parish website:

__www.stpatstekamah.com___

♣ Religious Education Coordinator: ♣

Ashley Olson stpatrickreligioused@gmail.com

___________402-870-2158__________

Parish Bookkeeper:

Joan Andrew

Bulletin deadline is noon on Wednesday.

St. Patrick Church 3480 Highway 32

Pastoral Council President:

John Raleigh

Parish Trustees:

George Kahlandt

JoAnn Wragge

Holy Family Church 703 4th Avenue

Decatur NE

Holy Family Parish Trustees:

Joe Malloy & Lynn Kellogg

For Parish Hall Rental contact Joan Andrew

@ 374-1236 or 870-0240. Set fee is $75.

Please arrange to pay prior to event.

Pick up/return application at least three

weeks prior to event.

For Parish Hall Rental contact Kay Kellogg

@ 349-5347. Set fee is $75.

Please arrange to pay prior to event.

Pick up/return application at least three

weeks prior to event.

Parish Mission Statement

We are a Parish Family that grows by living and sharing our faith in the Good News of Jesus, welcoming all and reaching out in loving service.

WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday 5:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM (SP); and Sunday 8:00 AM (HF) Decatur WEEKDAY & HOLIDAY MASSES: See Bulletin NEW PARISHIONERS: You are invited to register at the rectory or see the pastor following Mass. RECONCILIATION: One half hour before weekend Masses or by appointment. BAPTISMS: Parents are to attend pre-baptismal catechesis prior to the Baptism. Call the rectory. MARRIAGES: The Archdiocese of Omaha requires a minimal six months waiting period for proper preparation for marriage. It is best to contact the parish a year in advance and the RC adult should be a registered member of the Parish, and/or parents should be registered members of the Parish. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: Celebrated individually upon request. If someone is seriously ill or hospitalized, please call the rectory.

April 28th, 2019 / Second Sunday of Easter ~ Divine Mercy Sunday Mass Intentions April 29

th- May 5

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Monday Apr 29 No Mass Tuesday Apr 30 8:30 AM T Victims of Sri Lanka Terrorist Attacks

Wednesday May 1 9:00 AM 5:15 PM

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t Bob & Brenda Carr Religious Ed End-of-the-Year Mass

Thursday May 2 8:30 AM T t Marine Staff Sgt. Christopher Slutman

Friday May 3 8:30 AM T The Poor Souls

Saturday May 4 5:00 PM T The People of St. Patrick Parish

Sunday

May 5

8:00 AM 10:00 AM

DT

t Vincent & Mark Connealy Paul & Carol Tobin and Riley Williams

Sacrificial Gifts of Treasure Easter April 20

th & 21

st, 2019

St. Patrick’s of Tekamah:

“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.’”

- JOHN 20:21 - Peace – the first gift of the risen Lord. Just as Jesus sent the apostles out into the world, so too, He sends us. As disciples of Jesus, we are called to be grateful n d generous. Look for opportunities to share His peace, not only within our local parish boundaries, but outside of them as well. In giving, we receive the peace of Jesus Christ.

Children’s good deed: “I served at Mass 4 days in a row, I helped take care of the dog; I made a card for grandma & grandpa.”

St. Patrick Prayer List

Parishioners: Tom Shramek, Jim Tobin, Jim DeVoll, John Gorman. Family/Friends: Kevin Nolan, Eric Sauser (son of Ron & Paula), Sheila Pille (mother of Lyle), Doris McCormick, Mark & Paula Kath, Liam Rennerfeldt, Bill Woodall (brother-in-law of K. Hurlocker), Mike &

Nancy McClure, Teri Ritz Daniels (cousin of the Tobin family), Melvin

Schmidt, Steve Little (J. & N. Jetensky family), Dixie Eaton (aunt of J.

Elske), Jolene Corbin (sister of M. Uhing), Eli (infant son of Eric & Clarity Devney),

Vicki Speck (sister of S. Connealy), Carla Roh (cousin of P. Nelson), Baby Lyreck, LaVaughn Lauby (Mother of L. Grandgenett), Malcolm Watt (Friend

of R. Sauser), Mandy Connealy Ewig (granddaughter of J. Connealy), Graci Garcia, Rita Gill Newell, Marty Rocca, Karen Ronspies (sister of D.

Frahm), Laoren Funke (Grandniece of E. Heng), Adelene Laetsch (sister of M.

Gill), Julie Riecken, Abby Schnell (niece of R. & J. Elske), Robert Newell (grandson of R.& M. Gill), Myrna Grandgenett (sister of R. Grandgenett), Jerry Hoerath, Haley Deemer, Therese Shramek (mother of Tom), and Dr. Joe Roh.

Holy Family Prayer List

Parishioners: Al Rugy, Georgia Redding, Pat Larsen, Denny Klatt, Melvin Wildman, Mary Jo Connealy, and Jean Drummond Family/Friends: Kristen Parker (friend of L. Larsen), JoEllen Benecke, Amy Pica, Fran Beard (aunt of L. Larsen), Lana Dye, Charlie Redding, Livie Connealy (7-year old cousin of Dec. & Tek. Connealy’s), Steve Norton, Christine Pueppke, Mark Mussack, LeAnn Richards (sister of L. Larsen), Tom Fucher, Margaret Donneally, (sister of M. Quinn), Jack Broderick, (brother of J. Drummond), Teresa Tramp, (sister of J. Drummond)

Tend thy sick ones, O Lord Jesus. Rest thy weary ones. Bless thy dying ones. Soothe thy suffering ones. Pity thy afflicted ones. Shield thy joyous ones. And all for thy love’s sake. (St. Augustine) We pray for our beloved deceased. May they rest in peace and may God comfort those who mourn.

Calendar for the Week for St. Patrick:

♦Wednesday May 1st: Religious Ed: 5:15 PM PreK-6th

End of the Year Mass & celebration; 7:00 PM Jr/Sr High

♦Sunday May 5th:

10:00 Graduation Mass/MayCrowning Reception honoring Confirmandi & Graduates

♦Save More Payments due this weekend.

Envelopes (50) $4140.00 Loose $159.00 Children $31.00 Vigil Lights $15.00 Building Fund (2) $525.00 Religious Ed dues Hall Rental Bulletin Ad

$50.00 $75.00 $50.00

Thank you for your generosity!

Holy Family of Decatur:

Envelopes (7) $695.00 Loose $118.00 Votive Lights $0.00

God Bless YOU!

“…for God loves a cheerful giver.”

2 Corinthians 9:7

Prayer for Easter Jesus, you are risen, so there is hope for me. You are no longer in the power of sin of evil! Love has triumphed, mercy has been victorious! God’s mercy always triumphs because God’s love is stronger than evil and death itself. God’s love can transform our lives too. God’s love can do this! (Pope Francis)

Alleluia, Alleluia! Hearts to heaven and voices raise. Sing to God a hymn of gladness, sing to God a hymn of praise.

Liturgical Assignments for St. Patrick’s:

Saturday May 4th – 5:00 PM:

LECTOR: David Wragge EMHC’S: Linda Simpson & Susan Braniff SERVERS: Caroline & Gabriel Stock Sunday May 5th – 10:00 AM:

LECTOR: Julianna Braniff & Bria Braniff EMHC’S: Ellen Eriksen & Kim Blackford SERVERS: Cole & Ruby Booth

Give thanks to the Lord for he is good, His love is everlasting

(Psalm 118)

Religious Ed 5:15 PreK- 6th Grade Mass and End-of-the-Year Celebration

7:00 Jr/Sr High classes

From Fr. Kevin… The reality of the Resurrection was a fact that

had to be established among the early Christian

community. On this 2nd Sunday of Easter, in

our gospel St. John is establishing the fact of

Jesus’ resurrection with his clear focus on

physical details that assert the authenticity of

Jesus having been raised from the dead by the

Father. It is more than a spiritual reality. After

showing the disciples his wounds, Jesus

breathes on them as God first breathed on

Adam, initiating a new creation of which they

will be the heralds. They are to be bearers of a

wondrous privilege of the forgiveness of sins.

In our first reading from The Acts of the

Apostles we see the Twelve Apostles as a

magnet that draws believers, enlivened by

the Holy Spirit to share their experience of the

risen Christ. They have become powerful

evangelists winning hearts to Christ, transforming lives. On this Divine Mercy

Sunday we see how God’s mercy and the

teaching of the Apostles work to turn hearts

into fertile ground for the seed of the Gospel to

sprout into a bountiful harvest! May each of us

have a profound experience of the Risen Jesus

this Easter season.

Peace, Fr. Kevin

Congratulations to our Confirmandi, who were confirmed at St. Francis of Borgia in Blair on Saturday. May God Bless them and empower with the Holy Spirit. We also thank Mrs. Ali Petersen, Scott Niewohner and Lyle Pille, their parents, DRE Mrs. Ashley Olson and Fr. Kevin for their efforts, assistance and guidance.

FAITH FACTS Mercy endures forever

In the Old Testament, mercy (Hebrew, hesed) usually identifies a complex Hebrew idea that describes God’s special covenant love. God’s desire to be in communion with us as covenant with us as covenant partners reveals an attitude of divine love and faithfulness that includes loyalty, compassion, dependability, trustworthiness, and an eagerness to help when situations turn bad. And once God commits to the people in covenant fidelity, there is no question of God ever retracting that commitment. God’s covenant love will never end.

The Lighter Side Q. What did the big flower say to the little one? A. “You’re really growing, bud.” Q. How do you know bees are happy? A. They hum while they work. Q. What flowers grow on faces? A. Tulips (two-lips).

♦ Wednesday May 1st: Religious Ed: 5:15 PM PreK-

6th

Mass & End-of-the-Year Activities; 7:00 PM 7th

Grade/Sr High

♦Catholicism – (by Fr. Robert Barron) Come to enrich

your Catholic faith. Beautiful places, great message! Join the DVD & discussion in May to “journey” to beautiful Catholic

sites. Get inspired! “Journey to the Heart of the Faith”

ArchOmaha Unite: Space is filling quickly for this grand event of the Archdiocese of Omaha! June 8, 2019, a splendid celebration of the Catholic Faith in the Archdiocese of

Omaha. Check out unite.archomaha.org. You can pick up a paper registration form. Interested in car pooling? Sign-up sheet available on table or leave a message at 402-374-1236.

Sacramental Celebrations: Congratulations to those who recently received 1st Communion (Mar 31) Iris Booth, Savannah Braniff, Brody Bromm, Natalee Ketelsen, Makenna Miller, Etta Nun, Kaden Olson, Lakyn Olson, Payton Olson, Ellie Pruess, and Samuel Wolf. Our 2019 Confirmandi (Apr 30): Wyatt Blackford, Ella Booth, Brady Braniff, Ryan Braniff, Lukus Braniff, Madelyn

Braniff, Aaron Connealy, Wyatt Deemer, Elena Jetensky, Noel Monif, Hayley

Niewohner, Kennedy Pagels, Addison Regalado, Caroline Stock, Kailey Voss, and

Emiley Voss. RCIA sacraments (Apr 20) Amanda Ellis & Tiffany

Marquardt. And to Tim & Amanda Ellis on the convalidation of their marriage. (Apr 20). May you be blessed with the grace of these Sacraments. Congratulations!

☺Parish directories: ♥We are just about set to send the

compilation to the printer. Thank you to all -

♥Altar Society: Ladies, thank you for the delicious assortment of salads

for our “famous” salad bar. Your containers are ready to go home with you.

Fellowship: Thank you to all who provide the appetizing goodies and to all who take the time to visit with others.♥

VBS Vacation Bible School: June 10th - 14th 2019. Sessions run 9:00 AM

– noon. Sign-Up Sunday is Apr 28th after Mass is Fischer Hall. Enrolling your children early helps in the planning of materials and personel needed. Adult and student volunteers are still needed. Middleschool and Jr/Sr High students are great roll models as helpers and it’s a great excuse to have fun while sharing the faith. Thank you to all who have volunteered ♥ Please contact Susie Larsen 402-321-2777

or email stpatrickbibleschoos@gmail.com VBS Planning Meeting: Wednesday May 8th Wednesday May 8th @5:00 PM in Fischer Hall

♦St. Patrick’s Church Cleaning News: For May of 2019, the lead

families are James & Betty Jo Keisner and Sue Langley, assisted by Susan Fauble, Brett Langley, Lucy Gniffke and Garry & Connie Yanke. Thank you to all who help to keep the church and grounds a clean and welcoming worship space.

♥MASS INTENTIONS are a marvelous way to remember loved ones both living and

deceased! Place your request in an envelope with your offering, ($10.00 is the normal offering and a few weeks in advance is necessary to schedule your Mass)

Catholic Guide to the Internet: Catholic Voice

Www.catholicvoiceomaha.com Archdiocese of Omaha

Www.archomaha.org

Catholic Online

Www.catholic.org

The Holy See

Www.vatican.va

Catholic Treasury

Www.catholictreasury.info

Marriage Resources

Foryourmarriage.org

Mass Times Www.masstimes.org

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BRANIFF SERVICE

321 S. 13th Street Tekamah, NE 68061 For all your automobile needs:

Tires, batteries, exhaust, fuel, farm tire service. Call Pat Braniff (402)374-2660

Brummond Disposal

3182 County Road K Tekamah, Nebraska 68061

(402) 687-9511

ARE YOU PLANNING for THE FUTURE?

Please remember your

parish in your will or estate and give the Church a part

of your legacy. Call the

rectory if you have any

questions.

203 S 13th Street 402-374-2013

To inquire about membership Contact Grand Knight

Rich Elske (402)307-0045

JUST A LITTLE CRAFTY

113 S. Court Street Craig, NE 68019

Custom Machine Embroidery by Stephanie Boardley

(402) 377-2400

BRANIFF GRADING Call K.C. Braniff (402)838-9043

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“These spaces are available for businesses to advertise their product or

company.” Just $50.00 a year Contact Fr. Kevin to

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Miniature & Toy

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ASDR Registered Champion bloodlines

Ali Petersen 402-377-2309

Announcements April 27th & 28th

* Wednesday May 1st ~ Religious Ed 5:15 PM– End-of-the-Year Mass and

celebration supper for PreK-6th Grade students and families. ♦ 7:00 PM 7th Grade& Sr High End-of-the-Year activities.

* Sixteen of our youth received the sacrament of Confirmation at the 5:00 Mass on Saturday at St. Francis Borgia; we congratulate them and thank their parents and teachers for preparing them for this sacrament.

♦St. Patrick Parish will honor the graduates and Confirmandi next Sunday

May 5th after the 10:00 Mass. May Crowning will be immediately after the

Mass.

* Vacation Bible School: June 10th through June 14th. Sessions are from 9:00 AM –noon. Sign-Up Sunday is today - April 28th. Early enrollment helps with the planning of materials and helpers need for a fun and successful week of growing in the Catholic Faith. Volunteers are needed and appreciated – please see Susie Larsen if you have time to share with the youngsters. VBS planning meeting is Wednesday May 8th @ 5:00 PM. We’d LOVE to see you there!

♦ SaveMore payments are due this weekend.

* Check out ArchOmaha Unite on line. Registration is still open but is filling up!

Mark your calendars for June 8th – a full day of activities for all ages followed by Mass for Pentecost. You can sign up on line or use one of the sheets on the table in the entry. If anyone is interested in car-pooling, there is a sheet on the entry table.

♦NCYC fundraising activities continue. See the poster in the entry for upcoming events. The 2019 Pilgrimage will take place in November. Thank you for your support.

♦ A basket is available for returning your Rice Bowl. Thank you!

♦There are a few salad containers that are looking to go home with you. ☺ Please check the table outside Fischer Hall.