nativity mary · 2017. 8. 20. · received budgeted variance week 7 8-13-2017 $9,963.17 12,230.79...
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313 E. WALL S TREET • JANESVILLE, WISCO NSI N 53545 -3047
August 20, 2017 • Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Rectory 313 E. Wall Street Janesville, WI 53545-3047 Phone ...............................(608) 752-7861 Father Rob Butz ……. (608) 620-9910 Fax .....................................(608) 758-0720 Website.............. www.nativitymary.org Pastor ............................. Rev. Robert Butz Email: [email protected]
Dir. of Liturgy ........................... Bob Craig Email: [email protected] Coord. Religious Ed ...Kathy Hookham Email: [email protected] Business Manager ..... Arwen Twitchett Email: [email protected] Parish Secretary ..……....Sharlet Collins Email: [email protected]
St. Mary School 307 E. Wall Street Janesville, WI 53545-3047 Phone ...............................(608) 754-5221 Principal .......................... Matthew Parish Secretary ………………...Sue Vodak & Sue Dickman
Religious Education Phone ...............................(608) 752-7861
Prayer Network Mary Ann Venable…..(608) 754-5284 Edna Thorp…………….(608) 752-5559
Nativity of Mary ................ Sat. 4:30 pm Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 am
St. Patrick ............................. Sat. 4:00 pm
St. John Vianney ............... Sat. 5:00 pm Sun. 8:15 & 9:45 am
St. William ........................... Sat. 4:00 pm Sun. 8:00 & 10:30 am
St. Mary - Milton ............... Sat. 4:00 pm Sun. 9:00 am
Nourished by the Eucharist and guided by the Holy Spirit, we proclaim the Gospel as good stewards, sharing God’s love. -Mission Statement
Nativity Mary of
News & Notes
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Money Matters
Would You Like A Pastoral Visit?
REMINDER: If you, a family member or someone you know
is confined or hospitalized and would benefit from a pastoral
visit, please contact your parish office and let them know.
Staff does not always know of hospital admissions for a
variety of reasons and often has no way of knowing of other
situations in which a parish contact would be beneficial.
Money Counts for 2017-2018
Received Budgeted Variance
Week 7
8-13-2017 $9,963.17 12,230.79 -2,267.62
YTD $84,062.40 81,653.49 2,408.91
Mary Ann Bier and Dean Millard were recently called to eternal life.
Please remember them, and all who mourn the loss of a loved one, in your prayers.
SCRIP REMINDER
SCRIP puts your regular shopping dollars to work supporting your parish and school with over fifty retailers ….. grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, department stores, hardware stores, movie theaters, spas and more!
SCRIP cards are available for purchase after Mass twice per month. Next, the weekend of August 19th/20th. You can also purchase SCRIP at the school office for the remainder of the summer and throughout the school year.
Your support is appreciated!
Nativity of Mary’s Religious Education Program
Do you have an hour and 15 minutes of time to donate once a week on Wednesday nights?
Do you like to work with children?
Do you want to share your Catholic faith with our youth?
Do you like to prepare a craft or an age appropriate activity for children?
Do you like working with 9, 10 and 11th graders as they prepare for Confirmation?
Then maybe I have just the thing for you. I have several teaching positions to fill; 3rd grade & 5th grade teachers on Wednesday nights from 5:45 to 7:00 and Confirmation teachers on Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:30.
The benefits include a smile or hug from a little one, an unexpected insightful answer to a question, the knowledge that you have helped to contribute to their learning their prayers, the commandments, the Catholic faith and the Mass. You would be working with a wonderful group of people and parents who want their children to learn about Christ in the Catholic church.
If interested in volunteering or more details please contact Kathy Hookham at 752-7861 ext. 29.
HAIL, HOLY QUEEN
Hail, holy Queen, mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we
cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping
in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward
us, and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O
loving, O sweet Virgin Mary! Pray for us, O holy Mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen.
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Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
"It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs." She said, "Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters." Then Jesus said to her in reply, "O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish." And the woman's daughter was healed from that hour. - Mt 15:26b-28
************************************************************** "O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish." This woman was an outsider. She was a Canaanite, not an Israelite, and as such she would have been considered ritually unclean. But she approached Jesus nonetheless and asked for his help. And Jesus used this opportunity to teach his disciples an important lesson. In the verses directly before today's passage, Jesus had told Peter that what defiles a person comes from the heart, not from ignoring external purity practices. Then, Jesus traveled with his disciples from Galilee to the region of Tyre and Sidon where they were much more likely to encounter someone considered to be unclean. At first it appeared that Jesus wasn't going to acknowledge the woman who begged for help. His comment, "It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs," was a common comparison between Jews (the children) and Canaanites (the dogs). But, in fact, Jesus said this only to go right ahead and break this social code! He showed by his actions that it did not matter whether someone was Jewish or not, what mattered was the faith in a person's heart. And this woman proved to Jesus and the doubting disciples that she had great faith. How many others would have even ap-proached Jesus to ask for his help? How many others would have persevered when he appeared unresponsive? By pausing in his response, and first mentioning the standard reply, Jesus gave this woman the opportunity to demonstrate her great faith. And then, he answered her request and praised her extraordinary faith. What a lesson for his prejudiced disciples! And what a lesson for us, both to persevere in faith, and never to judge others on mere appearances.
Scripture Focus on Faith
Readings for Sunday, August 20, 2017 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 56:1, 6-7 / Rom 11:13-15, 29-32 / Mt 15:21-28
Readings for Next Sunday, August 27, 2017 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 22:19-23 / Rom 11:33-36 / Mt 16:13-20
Please Pray For Our Parishioners:
Barbara Allen, Bill, Peter Barrett, Bill Bever,
Noah Cotter, Jeanette Durant, Alice Figi,
Linda Fredell, LeeAnn Gilligan, Gerri, Jackie H.,
Geraldine Hilt, Paul Holznecht, Alice Jensen,
Ellen Kotche, Nancy McCann,
John (Floyd) McNally, Brenda Porter,
Madelynn Schieve, Colleen Schroeder,
Richard Schuler, Kelly Dooley Trewartha,
Peter Weirich, Lola Williams, Avalon Widner,
Lucille Willegal
Traveling Chalice
Full Year of Prayer Planned
This week the Traveling Chalice will be hosted by
a homebound parishioner.
Any questions regarding our Traveling Chalice program may be
directed to: Colleen at 868-6386 OR [email protected].
Sacraments
Anointing of the Sick:
Infant Baptism: Registered members of the parish are welcome to arrange for their baby’s baptism by signing up for the necessary preparation program for parents.
RCIA Please call anytime if you would like to discuss Catholicism and see how joining the Church may offer you a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.
Catholic Women’s Club Contact Jan Bier at 752-4387 for more information.
Knights of Columbus Meetings held 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm. Contact Greg Kraft at 754-5615 for more information.
Bulletin Deadline Mondays at 12:00 noon. Please contact the Rectory at 752-7861.
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What’s Happening
FREE CONCERT August 20th at 7:00 PM
St. William Parish Michael James Mette will visit St. William Parish to offer a free concert "unplugged" in church on Sunday, Aug. 20th at 7 p.m. Michael Mette is a Catholic performing artist and has performed over 300 shows across the country, along with his family. Please mark your calendars for this coming special family event. www.michaeljamesmette.com
Once again, our parish has outdone them-selves in prayers for vocations. We have had a host for our Traveling Chalice each week for two years now, and I can’t thank you enough for all the prayers Heaven is receiving! Those prayers are being heard, our children are learning to discern what God’s vocation is for each of them, and more are considering the religious life and priesthood.
On that note…it’s August and believe it or not, time to think about next year’s hosts to keep our Chalice traveling and prayers for vocations going, going, going! Once again, we will have a sign up opportunity at our parish Farmer’s Market on September 17th. It’s the only booth at the market where you can get FREE food!! So sign up to host and get your freebie!!
Another opportunity to sign up to host our Traveling Chalice will take place in August, after Masses. Look for me after all Masses on August 19 and 20 to get your preferred hosting weeks. Also, as always, you can contact me, Colleen, by phone at 868-6386 or email [email protected]. Let’s make it our parish goal to fill the calendar again this year with Chalice hosts and make vocation prayers a continuous stream Heavenward!!
Traveling Chalice
in need of Prayer Hosts
The Knights of Columbus from St. Mary's and St. Patrick's gathered on August 3rd at the Beloit Snappers game to recognize our alter servers. We appreciate their time and effort and honored them with a few laughs, food and a ball game.
BIBLE TIMELINE August 26th 9 AM-3:30 PM
St. William Parish Hall This class will take you on a journey through the entire Bible, beginning in the Old Testament. You will enter into periods of salvation history and discover the beautiful plan of God’s love written in Scripture. $15 Admission—Contact Meagan Kline to register at [email protected] or 931-0815.
THE PROPHETS Messengers of God’s Mercy DVD Series
Thursdays, September 14th-November 16th St. William Chapel 8:30-10:00 AM
Each week you will come to know a prophet from Scripture and learn how his message sheds light on our faith and lives. In getting to know these messengers of God, we will read Scripture and the Catechism, while discussing thought provoking questions. Plus, you will learn practical ways to apply the messages of the prophets in your own life. $10 Donation, not required—Contact Barb Devine at 314-5093 or [email protected] with any questions.
What’s Happening
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St. Mary’s Fall Festival
Sunday, September17th 9:30 AM-1:30 PM
Our fall festival is just around the corner and there are many opportunities to volunteer.
Help raise funds for church and school by sharing a favorite recipe during the “Taste of St. Mary’s” or by donating home grown produce, canned goods, baked goods, candies, garden or house plants and crafts.
We have open slots for cashiers, ticket sellers, loaders and runners, or help out by pouring beer, so much more ….. singers and musicians, too!
From set-up to tear-down and everything in-between, there is plenty to do. Whether you’re available for just an hour or the whole day, signing up is easy at the back of church and, you just might have some fun!
Call Joe Viertel with any questions at 754-2144.
Please take your tickets with you today to buy or sell to friends and neighbors for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
A note about our Sister Parish, St. Frances Solanus Indian Mission in Reserve, Wisconsin
We are again collecting any and all school supplies for our Sister parish in northern Wisconsin. Also needed are children's (especially winter) clothes & coats, adult jack-ets, sweatshirts, etc. Small household supplies, bedding, curtains, fabrics, etc. are also appreciated.
If anyone will be visiting the Hayward area this summer or fall and has room in their vehicle we would appreciate them taking some of these items up there.
Please call us at 752-6575 if you can help in any way.
Thank you! Dan and Judy Ansier
Catholic Men’s Conference
BECOMING BETTER MEN
September 16, 2017
St. John the Baptist Church 209 South Street, Waunakee, WI
All men are invited to attend this half day conference. Join us on our journey to become better men in our faith ... in our family … and in our community. This day of reflection and inspiration will feature two leading experts on the importance and struggles of being a man in today’s society. For more information about the conference visit https://becomingbettermen.net
Schedule: Mass 7:00 AM (Optional) Check-In 8:00 AM Conference Presentations 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Steve Bollman, Founder of “That Man Is You” Jason Simon, President of Evangelical Catholic
Early registration until August 31st - $25 Registration after September 1st - $30 Includes morning coffee/donuts and a box lunch Register online at www.becomingbetterment.net or call (608) 849-5121 Ext 118.
Carpooling: A Janesville group will be leaving from St. John’s parking lot. For more information, call Jerry Oleston at 754-5526 or email [email protected]
10th Annual
Caring Hands, Healing Hearts Golf Outing Monday, September 11th Janesville Country Club
Registration begins at 10:45 AM Cookout Lunch 11:00 AM Shot Gun Start 12:00 PM
Heavy Hors D’oeuvres to follow golf
Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 6th. For more information contact Kim Boyd at 743-0472 or email [email protected]
Individual $150 Hole Sponsorship $300 (fully tax deductible) Corporate Name on Hole Sign Raffle Sponsorship $1,000 (850-1000 tax deductible) Complimentary golfer & Corporate name on cart signs Golf Cart Sponsorship $1000 (850-1000 tax deductible) Complimentary golfer & Corporate name on cart signs Lunch Sponsorship $2,000 (1700-2000 tax deductible) Complimentary twosome & Corporate name on all tables Saintly Sponsorship $5,000 (4400-5000 tax deductible) Complimentary foursome & prominent visibility in all marketing materials, signs and media
If you are not able to join us for golf, we invite you to consider sending a monetary gift to be used toward the following: $250 pledge—day’s care for one resident, Computer upgrades totaling $10,000, New windows totaling $45,000, New pump for heating system $11,000, Exterior repairs to Convent, New patient call light system $35,000.
Mass Intentions = Living Sunday, August 20 8:30 AM Parishioners of Nativity of Mary 10:30 AM Alice Carney Wyman Monday, August 21 No Mass Tuesday, August 22 No Mass Wednesday, August 23 No Mass Thursday, August 24 No Mass Friday, August 25 No Mass Saturday, August 26 4:30 PM Nancy Lucey Sunday, August 27 8:30 AM Parishioners of Nativity of Mary 10:30 AM Claire Damrow
ALL ACTIVITIES ARE OPEN TO MEMBERS
OF ANY PARISH IN THE CLUSTER
August 19-20 Monthly Blood Pressure Screening. St. John Vianney after Mass August 21 11:00 AM Centering Prayer, Nativity House August 22 10:30 AM Faith Sharing Group, Nativity of Mary, Church Hall August 22 Noon-5 PM Adoration, St. William, Benediction at 5 PM August 22 6-7 PM Adoration, St. John Vianney August 24 9 AM-3 PM Adoration, St. Patrick August 25 9 AM-12 Noon Adoration, St. John Vianney August 26 5-7 PM Bingo, St. Patrick September 1-4 Visit St. John Vianney’s Food Stand at the Thresheree!
Cluster Corner
Monday, August 21 11:00 Centering Prayer, Nativity House Tuesday, August 22 10:30 Faith Sharing Group, Church Hall Saturday, August 26 9:30-10:30 AM Reconciliation, Church
Monday 8/21
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 8/27
Nativity of Mary 4:30 pm 8:30 & 10:30 am
St. John Vianney 8:15 am 5:15 pm 8:15 am 8:15 am 8:15 am 5:00 pm 8:15 & 9:45 am
St. Patrick 5:15 pm 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am 4:00 pm 7:30 & 10:00 am
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Español
St. William 5:15 pm 7:30 am 7:30 am 7:30 am 8:00 am 4:00 pm
8:00 & 10:30 am
St. Mary’s Hospital –Jsvl.
2:00 pm
St. Elizabeth Nursing Home 3:30 pm 7:00 am 7:00 am 7:00 am 7:00 am 9:15 am
St. Elizabeth Manor-Footville 9:15 am 9:15 am 9:15 am 9:15 am 9:15 am 11:00 am
Parish Event Calendar
No Daily Mass Tuesday-Friday No Reconciliation Tuesday
No Adoration Friday