Congrats to our graduates!

The events of the past ten days have been overwhelming: the senseless death of a black man in south Minneapolis and days of peaceful protests, violent looting and arson, and forceful efforts to reestablish public order and peace. How do we begin to make sense of or understand what is happening?

It seems like the most effective first step is to listen to the stories of those who have been affected so strongly by this experience of injustice and the many similar, and even worse, experiences throughout our country’s history. This morning I listened to a story on the radio of a young black man (17 years old) who cannot go running in his own neighborhood; he has to run on a track or with other, preferably white, friends. Just one of many incidents that might help us to recognize the starkly different reality it is to grow up and live as a black person. Yes, we want to make sure that protests are peaceful and the lives and property of citizens are protected, but we can strive to hear what is being said in these troubling times. Some things need to change in our society: equality in education; law enforcement; financial services; housing; and medical care. As I was pondering these challenges, I came across this prayer that was used in a Catholic church in Minneapolis and it resonated deeply within me. Admitting our own prejudices and biases is necessary as we reach out to God and our neighbors.

Wake Me Up Lord

Wake me up Lord, so that the evil of racism finds no home within me.

Keep watch over my heart Lord, and remove from me any barriers to your grace,

that may oppress and offend my brothers and sisters. Fill my spirit Lord, so that I may give

services of justice and peace. Clear my mind Lord, and use it for your glory.

And finally, remind us Lord that you said, "blessed are the peacemakers,

for they shall be called children of God." Amen.

[This prayer is from For The Love of One Another (1989), a special message from the Bishops' Committee on Black Catholics of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops on the Occasion of the Tenth Anniversary of the Pastoral Letter, Brothers and Sisters to Us, the U.S. Catholic bishops' Pastoral Letter on Racism (1979). I was still a young priest at the time!]

Sincerely in Christ,

P.S. Thus far we have raised $25,800 for paving the SJW parking lot; if you are in a financial position to contribute, please help us out. The estimated cost is $62,150. Thank you!

May 30 & 31, 2020 $6,600.00

Fiscal Year to Date $316,836.41 Actual

$329,789.32 Budget

St. Joseph the Worker

Fiscal Year to Date $93,596.10 Actual

$107,082.92 Budget

Holy Family

May 31, 2020 $3,993.00

Tuesday, June 9:

SJW 12:05pm - † Joseph Phillips

Wednesday, June 10:

SJW 8:00am - † Joseph & Steven Schimek

Thursday, June 11:

HF 8:30am - † Valeria Lynch

Friday, June 12:

SJW 12:05pm - † Jim Lawrence

Saturday, June 13: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ:

SJW 5:00pm - For the Parishioners

Sunday, May 14: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ:

HF 8:30am - † Steve Klinkner

SJW 10:30am - † Conrad Hennen

St. Joseph the Worker Parish Goal:

$32,700 Current Total: $25,169.50 or

78% of our goal.

Holy Family Parish Goal:

$9,900 Current Total: $4,980.00 or

50% of our goal.

Future Plans:

Paityn Lund - University of Minnesota Minneapolis.

Liz Nachreiner - University of Wisconsin LaCrosse for Biology / Pre-Med with a minor in Spanish

Zach Schmidt - South Central College for generals. After I

complete all of my generals, I plan to transfer to MSU to get my

bachelor's degree in business.

Kayla Jansen - South Central College-North Mankato this fall for her Associate of Arts Degree. She

will then move on to a bigger college to continue her educational

journey.

ON THE COVER:

2020 SJW & HF Graduates: Isaiah Ewert, Kayla Jansen, Elizabeth Nachreiner, Grace Rydeen, Lance Timp, Paityn Lund, Seth Thielges, Court-ney Braam & Zach Schmidt.

(SJW) Items Needed this Week:

Cereal and Juice. You can still drop

your items in the door #7 entrance.

Rev. Timothy T. Reker - Pastor

Nicole Hermer - Director of Parish Activities

Glenn Barnette - Bookkeeper

Connie Wallin - Director of Religious Education

Kathy Moldan - Office Assistant

Sister Janet Wermerskirchen - Music Director

Jon Hermanson - SJW Custodial Engineer

Mike Murrain - SJW Custodian

Ben Moldan - HF Custodian

Email bulletin notices to office@sjwhf.org by Tuesday at noon.

Office Phone………...…………………388-3766

Parish Email………………...…office@sjwhf.org

SJW Prayer Chain……...……...Joan: 388-5986

HF Prayer Chain…………..Margaret: 317-4785

Email: margaretbuss@yahoo.com

Calvary Cemetery………Terry Miller: 387-5784

Summer Hours:

Mon-Thurs: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Fri: 8:30am-12:00pm

Dennis Owen, Richard Johnson, John Allen, Jerry Schultz, George Larson, Tom B.

Baptism - Please contact Fr. Reker in the parish office to schedule the baptism and the

baptism preparation class.

Marriage - Congratulations on your engagement! Please contact Fr. Reker at least 6 months in

advance to begin preparation.

Anointing of the Sick - If you or a family member is homebound or in the hospital and would like a

pastoral visit, please notify the office.

Phone: 388-0600, Website: loyolacatholicschool.org

Adam Bemmels PreK-12 Principal

We are praying for our friends, families, alumni, and each of you affected by this crisis. Thank you for your support during this difficult time for us all!

Interested in enrolling for the 2020-21 school year? Contact acasteel@loyolacatholicschool.org or 507.388.0615 for more information.

LUCKY 20 RAFFLE – UPDATE: New drawing date: June 30, 2020. In every crisis, there is an opportunity to come together and persevere. As we continue to navigate these uncertain times, please consider asking those you are connecting with to support Loyola. Loyola depends on the income from this fundraiser, more now than ever. Raffle details: Twenty chances to win! Grand Prize Winner $10,000, one $5,000, one $1,000, two $500, and 15 $200 winners. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. Need not be present to win. Tickets $100 each, can be purchased by asking your favorite Loyola student or by calling 507-382-8089. Due to the stay at home order, no physical turn in or drop off of tickets/money until lifted. You may still mail your stubs/checks to: Loyola Catholic School 145 Good Counsel Drive, Mankato, MN 56001

THANK YOU to all who send us Box Tops for Education, Hy-Vee receipts. Loyola no longer processes Campbell’s soup labels.

Your parish support makes all we do, learn, and celebrate at Loyola possible. Leading through Faith, Academic Excellence, and Service.

SJW MEN’S CLUB MISSION STATEMENT:

To bring together men of all ages to grow in relationship with Jesus Christ. With the direction of our Priest, encouraging each

other to be servant leaders in our Church.

Congratulations to Susan Funfsinn the

“301” winner of $100 for May 31!

READINGS FOR THE WEEK: Monday: 1 Kgs 17: 1-6/ Ps 121: 1bc-2. 3-4. 5-6. 7-8/ Mt 5: 1-12

Tuesday: 1 Kgs 17: 7-16/ Ps 4: 2-3. 4-5. 7b-8/ Mt 5: 13-16

Wednesday: 1 Kgs 18: 20-39/ Ps 16: 1b-2ab. 4. 5ab and 8. 11/ Mt 5: 17-19

Thursday: Acts 11: 21b-26; 13: 1-3/ Ps 98: 1. 2-3ab. 3cd-4. 5-6/ Mt 5: 20-26

Friday: 1 Kgs 19: 9a. 11-16/ Ps 27: 7-8a. 8b-9abc. 13-14/ Mt 5: 27-32

Saturday: 1 Kgs 19: 19-21/ Ps 16: 1b-2a and 5. 7-8. 9-10/ Mt 5: 33-37

Sunday: Dt 8: 2-3. 14b-16a/ Ps 147: 12-13. 14-15. 19-20 (12)/ 1 Cor 10: 16-17/

Optional Sequence Lauda, Sion/ Jn 6: 51-58

PUBLIC MASSES RESUMING - We have made the decision to begin offering public Masses following our regular weekend and weekday Mass schedule. Before you attend, please see our website: sjwhf.org for the procedures we will be following and the guidelines that we are asking all parishioners to adhere to. Thank you!

TEMPORARY WORK - The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring temporary, part time and full time positions, $17/hr. Call 720-606-9047 or visit 2020census.org/jobs.

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER & HOLY FAMILY PARISH To advertise, contact Nicole at the parish office

507-388-3766 or nhermer@sjwhf.org

Well Drilling • Septic Systems www.seppmann.com

507-625-3400

Contact the parish office at 388-3766 to promote your business.

www.drummersgardencenter.com 507-388-4877

In Loving Memory of

Husband, Father, Grandfather. We love and miss you,

-Your Family

John Quiring

In Loving Memory of my family Bill & Marie Sturm, Donny,

AnnaBelle & Mary Ann

Missing You—Peg

In Loving Memory of our wife, mother, sister,

and dear friend.

JUDY HOGAN

We love you and miss you very much.

In Loving Memory of

of my daughter, Kristin and husband, Larry Volk. We love

and miss you.

In loving memory of all our family: Francis, Phyllis & Nathan Sohler

Love and miss you all.

-Michael & Nancy

Angela M. Schuck, DDS

Keith P. Flack, DDS

507-625-CARE (2273) mankatodentist.com

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