St. Helena Catholic Church 421 2nd St N, PO Box 796

Ellendale, ND 58436 701-349-3297

St. Patrick Catholic Church

207 Monroe St N Fullerton, ND 58441

Rev. Jason Asselin, J.C.L.

sthelenascatholicparish.org

CONTACT US SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

Location Change! Please note: 5:00pm Mass on Saturday is now at St. Helena’s in Ellendale

LIVE THE LITURGY It is not easy to confront someone who has wronged or hurt us. But it is absolutely necessary to do so in order for reconciliation to occur. We are taught to mind our own business and keep our thoughts to ourselves. When we have been hurt or wronged and we do not acknowledge and give voice to it, those feelings of hurt remain in our hearts and can eventually turn into anger. Verbalizing our feelings can diffuse them, and communicating how we actually feel brings honesty to our relationships. This is the only way that the path of love can remain open and that integrity and mutual respect can be maintained. It is no wonder that Jesus absolutely insisted upon healthy and compassionate confrontation. People don’t always realize that they are doing harm. Bringing this to light is not only good for the one who is hurt but for the one who caused the pain. The new insight and revelation may prevent the action from being repeated again.

Mass Schedule Saturday (vigil) 5pm, St. Helena Sunday 8:30am (1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays) 10:30am (2nd, 4th Sundays) Tue–Fri 8:00am Confession Schedule Saturday 3:30-4:30pm Sunday Before 8:30 am mass (1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm Tues–Fri Before 8:00 am daily Mass | By appointment, call parish office

Mass Schedule Sunday 10:30am (1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays) 8:30 am (2nd, 4th Sundays) Thursday 9:00am Confession Schedule Sundays after 10:30 am Mass By appointment - call parish office

AROUND OUR PARISHES

ST. HELENA PARISH

ST. PATRICK PARISH

FROM OUR PASTOR

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Saturday Evening Mass We have not been able to have Saturday evening Mass at Prince of Peace Care Center due to COVID-19. That is still the case today. I have decided to offer the 5pm Mass on Saturday at St. Helena’s. I am working with the staff to find the best day and time for a weekday Mass at Prince of Peace. This decision was motivated by other factors than the situation caused by the virus. Quite honestly, the attendance and participation at this Mass fluctuates greatly. Your participation is needed for this Mass to continue. It is not only attendance at Mass, but also a willing spirit to participate as a reader, usher, altar server, and EMHC. It is stressful for me to ask for volunteers at the last minute. Let us know if you are willing to help. For those on the ministry schedule, please respond to the Flocknote message sent Aug. 5. We need to know if you are willing to be scheduled on Saturdays. Thank you. Fr. Asselin

Bricks and mortar. “Tell the church.” Dear friends in Christ,

Today’s Gospel tackles a difficult topic: correcting someone who has sinned. Was Saint Matthew just a legalist? Is that why he gave us a detailed list for fraternal correction? (He was a tax collector before Jesus called him!) If the sinner refuses to listen to several witnesses, Jesus says, “tell the church.” Does that imply talking to a brick wall? The glossary in the Catechism of the Catholic Church defines “Church” as:

The name given the “convocation” or “assembly” of the People God has called together from “the ends of the earth.” In Christian usage, the word “Church” has three inseparable meanings: The People that God gathers in the whole world; the particular or local church (diocese); and the liturgical (above all Eucharistic) assembly. The Church draws her life from the Word and the Body of Christ, and so herself becomes Christ’s Body. In the Creed, the sole Church of Christ is professed to be one, holy, catholic, and apostolic. (emphasis added)

If the Church is truly receiving life from the Word and the Body of Christ, and for her to become Christ’s body in the world, her leaders must be held to a high standard. In his book, Fire of Mercy, Erasmo Leiva-Merikakis writes, “The face of the Church shows the Face of Christ himself to the world, and therefore vigilance concerning the beauty and integrity of that Face is a paramount responsibility of all Christians, particularly those in a position of authoritative witness. No member of the Church has the right to be a radical individualist with

a creed and a moral code of his own.” (p. 636)

Two Catholic priests made the news recently. One situation involved valid baptism, while another priest made personal, public comments about life issues. Unfortunately, we have become too familiar with stories of misbehaving church leaders. These two events caused me think about the Church. The Vatican released a document clarifying the proper words to use during baptism. In the second situation, the priest retracted his words at the request of his bishop. So, what is the value of telling the church when someone refuses the other steps of correction?

Is fraternal correction in the Church less useful in 2020, especially since the Church appears to be imperfect? It’s easy to lose the needle in the haystack. Bringing someone to the church for correction, we should expect that the church is drawing her life from the Word and the Body of Christ—that she is standing on the principles of truth handed down to us from our Savior. Only then is the church truly the Body of Christ in the world. The correction is not coming from specific leaders, it is Christ himself, acting through the Church. The leaders ought to be obedient to Christ.

This short article cannot adequately explain all the intricacies of “Church.” However, my point is singular: pray for the Holy Father, our bishop, and for all priests. Individual leaders may stumble or fall, but remember the words of Jesus, “the gates of hell will not prevail against the church.”

Fr. Asselin

Women’s Retreat Mark your calendars: October 16-18, 2020. A women’s retreat titled Jesus Approaches will take place in Hankinson October 16-18, 2020. Conferences will be given by speaker and writer Liz Kelly. The weekend includes time for prayer, rest, social time, Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and the opportunity for confession. Social distancing will be followed. Space is limited. For information, registration, or questions, contact Ashley: ashley.njaa@fargodiocese.org. Or call: 701-356-7908.

Help for Hurting Marriages Retrouvaille is a peer-run program designed to help hurting couples find new hope

and healing in their marriages. More information available at HelpOurMarriage.org The Retrouvaille weekends for couples scheduled in the Fargo area are: October 2-4, 2020 and March 5-7, 2021. Find out more by calling 701-356-7962.

Connect with us on FLOCKNOTE We use Flocknote to communicate important information about parish events. Receive text messages or emails, join the groups you want. You can Text to Join. Text the word: Helena to: 84576 or visit: flocknote.com/ sthelena1

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Special Remembrance Service People of all faiths are invited to a special remembrance service for those who died by abortion. On Saturday, September 12, at 11:00am, a prayer service will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Jamestown, ND. On this National Day of Remembrance for aborted children, we will join together in prayer to honor our brothers and sisters. Join us for prayers and Scripture readings as ministers from several churches will be participating. All are welcome. The service will be held near the vault building. In case of rain, the service will be held at St. James Basilica.

NEWS & EVENTS 03

PARISH EVENTS CALENDAR | FALL DINNER & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Important Updates

· St. Helena’s Fall Dinner is cancelled for 2020. This is a beloved community event and we plan to offer the meal again next year.

· Annual raffle drawing is still on! The drawing will be held on Sunday, September 27 after Mass. Tickets and a letter will be sent to households soon.

· Religious education will begin on Wed., Sep 16 with in-person instruction. Details and parent meeting to be announced.

· Sacrament preparation for 2nd and 3rd graders will continue. St. Helena’s is scheduled to host the confirmation Mass this year. We will publish details when they become available from the Diocese.

Please Consider Online Giving

Our parishes are grateful for your continued support. Thank You! sthelenascatholicparish.org/give

TIME TALENT TREASURE 4A PRAYER & WORSHIP 4B

ST HELENA MINISTRY SCHEDULE

WEEKLY GIVING August 30 Adult $961

Children $7

Plate $50

Total $1018

Thank you for your generosity!

ST. PATRICK MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday September 13 (8:30 am) Lector Kayce

Gift Carriers Tim and Geri

Altar Servers Madi

For the Month of September Breakfast Server Corrine and Kyle Glynn Family

Collection Counters Brian and Virginia

Church Cleaners Amy G and Amy A

Altar Society Meeting None this month

Advertiser of the Week Dental Center

Thank your for supporting our bulletin!

God’s Gift Appeal 2020 Seek First the Kingdom of God

Report as of 8/28/2020 St. Helena’s: $14646: 87% of goal 41% participation St. Patrick’s: $15583: 271% of goal 62% participation Please consider making a donation if you have not

already done so. Thank you.

WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS

Please Pray ...for all who are sick, elderly or alone

Joanne Brokaw, Loretta Dingwall, Linda Siro, Cindy Kelly Heupel, Edna Scherman, Deacon James & Val Hunt, Carla Engelstad, Susan Lacina, Richard Rodlund.

If you or someone you know would like to be added to, or removed from this list please call the parish office.

Mass intentions needed: The greatest prayer this side of heaven is the Mass. Remembering our deceased family members and friends at the altar during the celebration of Mass is a wonderful blessing. The usual offering for a Mass is $10. Please use the envelopes in the back of the church to request a Mass for your loved ones.

Sept 12 & 13 (5:00 pm) (10:30 am)

Usher Matt Thorpe Ivan Widhalm

Collection Dave Eberle

Lector Volunteer Daryl Monette

EMHC

Gift Bearers

Altar Servers Kali N, Macy N Levi R, Jack B

St. Helena Breakfast Servers Breakfast Beginning Sept 20

Sept. 20 Sonja B, Amy G, Margret D, Cay D

Tue. Sept 8 8:00 am †Barbara Gross

Wed. Sept 9 8:00 am †Gusaas Relatives

Thu. Sept 10 8:00 am (St. H) †Marlys Heley

9:00 am (St. P) †Joe Nolz

Fri. Sept 11 8:00 am †Pete & †Shelda Flynn

Sat. Sept 12 5:00 pm †Mayme Linder

Sun. Sept 13 8:30 am (St. P) †Sylvester & †Marie

Radermacher 10:30 am (St. H) For the Parishioners

TIME TALENT TREASURE 4A PRAYER & WORSHIP 4B

ST HELENA MINISTRY SCHEDULE

WEEKLY GIVING August 30 Adult $961

Children $7

Plate $50

Total $1018

Thank you for your generosity!

ST. PATRICK MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday September 13 (8:30 am) Lector Kayce

Gift Carriers Tim and Geri

Altar Servers Madi

For the Month of September Breakfast Server Corrine and Kyle Glynn Family

Collection Counters Brian and Virginia

Church Cleaners Amy G and Amy A

Altar Society Meeting None this month

Advertiser of the Week Dental Center

Thank your for supporting our bulletin!

God’s Gift Appeal 2020 Seek First the Kingdom of God

Report as of 8/28/2020 St. Helena’s: $14646: 87% of goal 41% participation St. Patrick’s: $15583: 271% of goal 62% participation Please consider making a donation if you have not

already done so. Thank you.

WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS

Please Pray ...for all who are sick, elderly or alone

Joanne Brokaw, Loretta Dingwall, Linda Siro, Cindy Kelly Heupel, Edna Scherman, Deacon James & Val Hunt, Carla Engelstad, Susan Lacina, Richard Rodlund.

If you or someone you know would like to be added to, or removed from this list please call the parish office.

Mass intentions needed: The greatest prayer this side of heaven is the Mass. Remembering our deceased family members and friends at the altar during the celebration of Mass is a wonderful blessing. The usual offering for a Mass is $10. Please use the envelopes in the back of the church to request a Mass for your loved ones.

Sept 12 & 13 (5:00 pm) (10:30 am)

Usher Matt Thorpe Ivan Widhalm

Collection Dave Eberle

Lector Volunteer Daryl Monette

EMHC

Gift Bearers

Altar Servers Kali N, Macy N Levi R, Jack B

St. Helena Breakfast Servers Breakfast Beginning Sept 20

Sept. 20 Sonja B, Amy G, Margret D, Cay D

Tue. Sept 8 8:00 am †Barbara Gross

Wed. Sept 9 8:00 am †Gusaas Relatives

Thu. Sept 10 8:00 am (St. H) †Marlys Heley

9:00 am (St. P) †Joe Nolz

Fri. Sept 11 8:00 am †Pete & †Shelda Flynn

Sat. Sept 12 5:00 pm †Mayme Linder

Sun. Sept 13 8:30 am (St. P) †Sylvester & †Marie

Radermacher 10:30 am (St. H) For the Parishioners

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