St. Francis, Francesville; St. Joseph, Pulaski; St. Peter, Winamac

Rev. Leroy G. Kinnaman, Pastor Cluster Email: stpete4906@embarqmail.com

Cluster Website: preciousbloodcluster.org

Cluster Correspondence: 401 N Monticello Street, Winamac, IN 46996 Bulletin Deadline: Wednesday Morning by 9:00 A.M.

Phone: 574.946.4906 Fax: 574.946.4962

LITURGY SCHEDULE Monday, March 12 at St. Peter 8:00 A.M. +Beverly Loehmer by Don & Matilda Reid

Tuesday, March 13 NO MASS

Wednesday, March 14 at St. Joseph 8:00 A.M. +Fr. Albert Reed by Kevin & Monica Whiteman

Thursday, March 15 at St. Joseph 6:00 P.M. +Fr. Harold Roth by Kevin & Monica Whiteman

Friday, March 16 at St. Peter 8:00 A.M. +Charlie & Barb Lindenschmidt by Family 4:00 P.M. Way of the Cross at St. Joseph 7:00 P.M. Way of the Cross at St. Peter

Saturday, March 17 4:00 P.M. at St. Peter +Paul DeSabatine by Friends 6:00 P.M. at St. Joseph +Dolores O’Connor by Kevin & Monica Whiteman

Sunday, March 18 8:00 A.M. at St. Francis +Our Cluster Family 10:00 A.M. at St. Peter +Doc Parcel by Dave & Rhonda Parcel 1:30 P.M. Way of the Cross at St. Joseph

LITURGICAL MINISTERS Saturday, March 17 at 4:00 P.M. (St. Peter) Reader: Rex Allman Ministers: Viv Reinhold, Judy Wilson and Joe Morris Servers: Bonnie Budd & Bill Girton Ushers: VOLUNTEERS

Saturday, March 17 at 6:00 P.M. (St. Joseph) Reader: Betty Curtis Ministers: Rich Hopkins, Shelley Werner and Brenda Gilsinger Servers: Cash Roth & Diane Kolish Ushers: Frank Boardman, Rich Hopkins and Rick & Lisa Foerg

Sunday, March 18 at 8:00 A.M. (St. Francis) Reader: Pat Ames Ministers: Victor Rodriquez & Mike Owen Servers: Jonathan Ottow

Sunday, March 18 at 10:00 A.M. (St. Peter) Reader: Marita Grisel Ministers: Rick Grisel, Tina & Tony Pesaresi Servers: Erica & Ariana Gualajara Ushers: Bob Powers, Val Powers, Dave

Leonard and Chuck Rebeck

Oh, by the way…

Liturgically speaking, over the 3rd

, 4th

and

5th

Sundays of Lent, the RCIA rites for “the

Elect” comprise a Scrutiny and an Exorcism each

Sunday.

From the RCIA rubrics:

The Period of Purification and Enlightenment 138. The period of purification and enlightenment, which the rite of election begins, customarily

coincides with Lent. In the liturgy and liturgical catechesis of Lent the reminder of baptism already

received or the preparation for its reception, as well as the theme of repentance, renew the entire

community along with those being prepared to celebrate the paschal mystery, in which each of the elect

will share through the sacraments of initiation. For both the elect and the local community, therefore,

the Lenten season is a time for spiritual recollection in preparation for the celebration of the paschal

mystery.

139. This is a period of more intense spiritual preparation, consisting more in interior reflection than in

catechetical instruction, and is intended to purify the minds and hearts of the elect as they search their

own consciences and do penance. This period is intended as well to enlighten the minds and hearts of

the elect with a deeper knowledge of Christ the Savior.

The Scrutinies 141. The scrutinies, which are solemnly celebrated on Sundays and are reinforced by an exorcism, are

rites for self-searching and repentance and have above all a spiritual purpose. The scrutinies are meant

to uncover, and then heal all that is weak, defective, or sinful in the hearts of the elect; to bring out,

then strengthen all that is upright, strong, and good. For the scrutinies are celebrated in order to deliver

the elect from the power of sin and Satan, to protect them against temptation, and to give them strength

in Christ, who is the way, the truth, and the life. These rites, therefore, should complete the conversion

of the elect and deepen their resolve to hold fast to Christ and to carry out their decision to love God

above all.

142. Because they are asking for the three sacraments of initiation, the elect must have the intention of

achieving an intimate knowledge of Christ and his Church, and they are expected particularly to

progress in genuine self-knowledge through serious examination of their lives and true repentance.

143. In order to inspire in the elect a desire for purification and redemption by Christ, three scrutinies

are celebrated. By this means, first of all, the elect are instructed gradually about the mystery of sin,

from which the whole world and every person longs to be delivered and thus saved from its present and

future consequences. Second, their spirit is filled with Christ the Redeemer, who is the living water

(gospel of the Samaritan woman in the first scrutiny), the light of the world (gospel of the man born

blind in the second scrutiny), the resurrection and the life (gospel of Lazarus in the third scrutiny).

From the first to the final scrutiny the elect should progress in their perception of sin and their desire

for salvation.

144. In the rite of exorcism, the elect, who have already learned from the Church as their mother the

mystery of deliverance from sin by Christ, are free from the effects of sin and from the influence of the

devil. They receive new strength in the midst of their spiritual journey and they open their hearts to

receive the gifts of the Savior.

How do these work? What are the “Scrutinies”? These very special rites are celebrated on the middle three Sundays of Lent, at liturgies where

the Elect are present. The Elect are those in our midst who are preparing for Baptism. Part of their

journey to the font is that they have been received among us, the Rite of Acceptance, and they have

been enrolled in the Book of the Elect in the Rite of Election.

Even if these rites are not celebrated at the liturgy we attend, or not celebrated in our parish or

congregation at all, it can be wonderful to reflect upon the journey these Elect are making during Lent,

as an inspiration and source of renewal for us in our journey.

These are ancient rites and they may, at first, seem strange to us. But they are profoundly rooted

in our human experience. We need to examine (scrutinize) how we are, the areas of our lives where we

are tempted, or seriously sin - in what we do and what we fail to do. We really need healing and the

strength that can come from the support of our sisters and brothers.

Invitation to Silent Prayer One of the most powerful moments of the Scrutinies is how they begin. After the homily, the

Elect are invited to come forward with their sponsors and to kneel down. Then, the whole assembly is

invited to pray for them in silence. It is a very solemn moment. This community has cared for these

elect for some months now on their journey. We have sent them to reflect more and more deeply on

the Word of God, and expressed to them our longing for the day on which they would join us at the

table of the Lord. Now we pray for them in this sacred silence, deeply asking God to protect them and

heal them in the weeks ahead.

Intercessions for the Elect We then pray out loud together for the Elect.

Prayer of Exorcism Then, we pray that they might be freed from the power of the Evil One and protected on their journey.

The Laying On of Hands In a silent ritual deliberately reminiscent of the rite used for ordination in the Sacrament of Holy

Orders, the priest or deacon lays his hands for a brief moment on the head of each of the Elect. It is a

solemn act of calling down the Spirit of Jesus to be with them and protect them.

Dismissal of the Elect The Elect are then sent forth to reflect upon the Word and this powerful gesture of love on the part of

this community, that cares for them so deeply, with the love of Christ.

Remaining Reconciliation services in our Deanery 12 March: St. Francis, Francesville @ 7:00 p.m.

12 March: St. Joseph, Delphi @ 7:00 p.m.

13 March: St. Joseph, Rochester @ 7:00 p.m.

19 March: All Saints, Logansport @ 7:00 p.m.

19 March: St. Joseph, Reynolds @ 7:00 p.m.

21 March: St. Charles, Peru @ 7:00 p.m.

22 March: St. Patrick, Kokomo @ 7:00 p.m.

Meanwhile, on the way to Calvary… fr. K

Quick one-liners for you:

●In readiness for the Chicken and Noodle Dinner at St. Joseph’s on Palm Sunday, we will be

cleaning the basement on Wednesday, March 21st at 6:00 pm. Please plan to help. ●The Christian Mothers of St. Peters will hold their annual Easter Bake Sale on Saturday, March 31st

from 8:00 A.M. until 12:00 Noon at the Winamac Fire Station. Please plan to stop by and pick up your delicious baked goods just in time for Easter Sunday! The ladies will be calling soon for donations, thank you for your continued support each year!

●TIME CHANGES THIS WEEKEND! Don’t forget to set your clocks to SPRING

FORWARD

●We will have a lock-in for the Elementary school kids on Saturday, March 17th

beginning with

Mass at 4:00 P.M. and lasting until 8:30 P.M. that evening. Permission slips were handed out

this past Wednesday and must be turned back in by Wednesday, March 14th

. If you have

questions, please contact the Cluster Office. Thanks!

●The Lazarus Collection this month will focus on paper products. The Pulaski County Food Pantry is

in need of toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex and napkins. Thank you for your continued support.

●Attention all Chicken and Noodle Workers: If you cannot fill your position at the dinner please,

call Diana Tiede at 278-7221 or Denise Johnson at 278-7896 as soon as possible. Thank you!!

●As a reminder, anyone who is wishing to register in any of our Cluster parishes are encouraged to

please visit our website (preciousbloodcluster.org) to download a registration form. The forms may

be found on the home page. Click on the Cluster that you wish to register at, download the form and

fill it out. Once filled out, turn it into the Cluster Office. Once your form is received, we will sign you

up for offering envelopes and The Catholic Moment. If you have questions, please contact Rachel.

Thanks!

Cluster News!!!! PRAYER REQUESTS: Please keep the following individuals in your

prayers: Richard Alber, Randy Baker, May Baunach (Barbara Mau’s

Mother), Judy Berger, Marie Brown (sister-in-law of Lois Heater), Shelia

Buczek, Will Cheverette, Tom Fanning, Rose Marie Garcia (friend of Theresa Logan), Shelia

Garling, Marsha Gearhart, Dain Hayworth (Kay Hayworth’s son), Fr. Mike Heppen, Christi Hoffa,

Mary Ann Johnson, Ralph Kiser, Joseph Knouff, Marie Kraft, Greg Loehmer, Theresa Logan,

Andy Meyer, Robert Meyer, Tom Murray Sr., Patricia O’Donnell, Joe Pesaresi, Floyd Podell, Patti

Jo Rausch, Miles Shidler (grandson of Betty Wallace), Gloria Staples, & Graham Vollmer Please remember in your prayers all of our Cluster family and friends who mourn the loss of a loved one, all who have no one to pray for them, those who have died through violence or natural disasters and all who

have died recently.

If you have someone to add to the prayer list, notify the Cluster Office. Please keep in mind,

your request will remain on our list for four weeks unless we hear back from you that they

should remain on the list. Thank you!

Please notify the Cluster Office at 574.946.4906, if a loved one is admitted to the hospital,

rehab center, nursing home, or is homebound. fr. K CANNOT make calls to people that he is

NOT AWARE OF. Thank you!

Cluster Weekly Activities

Wednesday, March 14 Saturday, March 17 5:30 P.M. RE Classes at St. Peter 4:00 P.M.-8:30 P.M. Elementary School Lock-In

St. Francis St. Joseph St. Peter

March 4, 2018

General Offerings: $470.00

Loose Collection: $20.25

Catholic Moment: $44.00

CRS Collection: $10.00

March 3, 2018

General Offerings: $848.00

Loose Collection: $32.25

Catholic Moment: $22.00

March 3 & 4, 2018 General Offering: $1,825.00

Loose Collection: $273.00

Children’s Offering: $30.00

Votive Lights: $15.00

CRS Collection: $100.00

Catholic Moment: $108.00

Easter Collection: $30.00