pope st. pius x church · 3/5/2020 · ratko, john hemand, becky bashan, walter thompson, and...
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“And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him... While he was still speaking, behold, a bright
cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice that said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” MT 17: 2-3, 5
March 8, 2020— SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT
Pope St. Pius X Church A Parish of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Boise
625 E Haycraft, Coeur d’Alene ID 83815 208-765-5108 [email protected] www.stpiuscda.org
WEEKEND MASSES Saturday: 5:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 6:00 PM
Spanish: 1st and 3rd Sundays, 12:30 PM Rosary at 9:25 AM
WEEKDAY MASSES Tuesday-Friday: 8:30 AM (unless otherwise noted)
Rosary at 8:00 AM
CONFESSIONS Thursday: 12:00 PM-12:30 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM-8:00 AM;
Saturday: 3:30 PM-4:30 PM (unless otherwise noted)
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Thursdays 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Next 40 Hour Adoration: April 24th-26th
PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Fridays: 8:00 AM to NOON (Closed from 12:00-12:30 for lunch)
Parish Phone: 208-765-5108; FAX: 208-664-5325
REV. FRANCISCO FLORES, PASTOR 208-765-5108 [email protected] x. 16 DEACON CHRIS STEWART 208-765-5108 Pastoral Associate for Administration x. 24 [email protected] PASTORAL ASSOCIATE & COMMUNICATIONS Mary Stewart 208-691-7826 [email protected] PARISH SECRETARY (Bilingual/Spanish) x. 10 Francesca Caffarena [email protected] BOOKKEEPER (Notary Public) x. 22 Louise Ekstrand [email protected] FAMILY MINISTRY: Catherine Calovich (Elementary/Adult) x. 25 [email protected] Wes Miller (Youth/Adult) x. 15 [email protected] FACILITIES Bill Novak, [email protected]
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL 3005 W. Kathleen Avenue, CDA, ID 83815
208-765-4327 www.hfcs-cda.org
EMAIL BULLETIN NOTICES TO: [email protected]
(Due Fridays at 8am, 8 days prior to publication)
From the desk of
Father Flores
HOW TO REACH US
It is still early Lent and Easter can seem so far away, especially if you’ve taken on a challenging or meaningful penance this year. Hang on! Easter will come before you know it and you will be able to rejoice in what you have accomplished for the Lord. It can be tempting to give up on your Lenten practices, particularly if you haven’t been able to stick with them 100% this early in the season. The important thing about our Lenten promises is to remember that you can pick up where you left off and get back on the path. Of course, we all want to succeed and even our Lord desires that we fulfill them. We are human and prone to fail, but that doesn’t mean we have to give up. In the beautiful prayer of the Stations of the Cross, our Blessed Lord falls three times while carrying the cross, and each time He gets up and continues on His path. Realistically, He probably fell more than three times, but we recall three of those falls. In any case, our Blessed Lord fell for us. He fell to further share the totality of our human nature, which includes falling. However, unlike us, our Lord fell only physically, whereas we can fall not only in the physical sense, but also morally and sinfully. In His falls on the road to Calvary, our Lord demonstrates to us that we must get up and continue on our way. If you have fallen in your Lenten practices, get up and keep going. Our Lord set the example for us so we can faithfully and confidently follow Him. In the end, it is the Lord, in His grace, who will make us successful. Allow Him to bless your efforts and if you’ve fallen, get up and keep going.
In Jesus and Mary, Fr. Flores
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God bless you, Fr. Antony, for hearing
Confessions and celebrating Mass with
us and for all your faithful service while
Father Flores was away.
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THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday, March 8th 8am Mass Intention: For the Parish 9:15am Confessions (ends at 10:15am) 9:25am Rosary for Life led by Knights of Columbus, Church
10:30am Mass Intention: Chris Harrison (+) 3pm Rite of Elections, St. Thomas Church 6pm Mass Intention: Nora Mullen Saunders (+) Monday, March 9th – NO MASS 6pm Walking with Purpose, Great Room 7pm Charismatic Prayer Group, Chapel Tuesday, March 10th 8am Presidential Primary Elections, Hospitality Center 8:30am Mass Intention: Catholic Daughters 9:30am Catholic Daughters Retreat, Chapel 11:30am Catholic Daughters Luncheon, Great Room Wednesday, March 11th 6am Psalms Bible Study, Rm 8 8:30am Mass Intention: Sandy K. Steele (+) 9am Knifty Knitters, Hospitality Center 9:30am Staff Meeting (office closed until 10:30 am) 9:30am Psalms Bible Study, Rm 8 9:30am Jesus Bible Study, Rm 11 6pm Union de Amor Team mtg, Rm 11 6pm Jesus Bible Study, Library 7pm Choir Practice—10:30 Mass, Church 7pm Knights of Columbus 3rd degree mtg, Rm 13 Thursday, March 12th 8:30am Mass Intention: Presnell Family 9am Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Adoration begins 9:30am Divine Mercy Prayer Group, Rm1 9:30am Fellowship & Scripture Reading, Rm 8 12pm Confessions 5:45pm Adoration ends 6pm Sacristan Gathering, Rm 11 6pm Boy Scouts Troop #202, Hospitality Center 6:30pm Spanish Prayer Group, Rm 7 Friday, March 13th 7:30am Confessions 8:30am Mass Intention: Roxana Piñeda 4:30pm Soup Kitchen, Hospitality Center 5:30pm Youth Group Movie Night, Great Room 6:30pm Stations of the Cross, Church
DeSmet Mission:
This mission is our week-long
Vacation Bible School mission in
DeSmet, Idaho. This mission brings Christ to numerous
children on the Coeur d’Alene Reservation at Sacred Heart
Mission. This year’s camp will take place the week of June
15th – 19th in DeSmet, with an off-site adventure or two.
Those taking part in this mission help spread the light and
hope of the Gospel to the children of this area.
Contact: Wes Miller at [email protected]
Saturday, March 14th 3:30pm Confessions 4pm Our Lady of the Rosary Prayer Group, Chapel 5pm Mass Intention: Chris Harrison (+) 5pm First Scrutiny—RCIA 6pm Scouts Italian Dinner, Hospitality Center
6:30pm Serra Club: “Prayer Talk”, Great Room
Sunday, March 15th KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST 8am Mass Intention: Thomas Fahy (+) 9:15am Confessions (ends at 10:15am) 9:25am Rosary for Life led by Knights of Columbus, Church
10:30am Mass Intention: LaVerle Moultrie (+) 12:30pm Mass Intention: Medardo Vasquez Benitez 6pm Mass Intention: For the Parish
MINISTRY MINUTE
PARISH RETREAT VIDEO IS NOW
AVAILABLE ONLINE!
ⴕ Be Receptive ⴕ Be Purposeful ⴕ
ⴕ Be a Blessing ⴕ
It was a blessing to have so many attend the Parish Retreat.
A video of the retreat is now available on the homepage of
the parish website at www.stpiuscda.org, and in our Weekly
e-Messenger. We ask those who were able to attend to
complete the short survey available in our Weekly e-
Messenger. Your response will help us plan future retreats.
(If you do not have online access, stop by the office and we
will have a hard copy of the survey available.)
DISTRIBUTION OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED. Due to the increase in the seasonal flu,
the distribution of the Precious Blood has been suspended until further notice. Please remember, our Lord is wholly present when you receive Holy Communion in a single form.
ADORATION OF JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Weekly Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is each Thursday from 9am until 6pm. Sign up in the narthex for a designated hour or simply stop by during the day and keep
Our Lord company. He longs to see you and fill you with His Graces.
All Are Welcome to the Diocese of Boise Chrism Mass, March 18th at 7pm. If you happen to be in the Boise area, we encourage parishioners to attend the beautiful Chrism Mass on March 18th, 2020, at 7pm, Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 807 N. 8th St., Boise.
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ADORATION & LITURGY
NEXT WEEK’S READINGS March 16, 2020—Third Sunday of Lent
First Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9 Second Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 Gospel: John 4:5-42
Contributions
PRAYER INTENTIONS
We pray for those who are sick and chronically ill, especially: Jim Crump, Ron Ratko, John Hemand, Becky Bashan, Walter Thompson, and Claudya Pruuel.
And, for those who have died, especially: Joann Fessler.
Email [email protected] to be included in our prayer chain, or for special intentions.
STEWARDSHIP
March 8, 2020
2nd Sunday of Lent
“Go forth from the land of your kinsfolk and from your father’s house to a land that I will show you.” GEN 12:1
God calls all of us to leave behind our old ways and to follow
Him, placing our complete trust in Him. Some of the old ways
that we may have to struggle to leave behind might be materi-
alism, selfishness and greed. Yet God promises to show us a
new land and a better way to live. Remember what St. Teresa
of Calcutta said, “God does not call us to be successful, God
calls us to be faithful.”
The 2020 Idaho
Catholic Appeal
Please accept our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all
who have made their generous commitment to this year’s
Idaho Catholic Appeal. Catholics throughout our diocese
are uniting in faith, sharing their blessings, and giving gifts
in Jesus’ name. The Idaho Catholic Appeal provides sup-
port for our seminarians and priests. We see the fruits of
the Appeal in our parish through trained catechists,
deacons, and lay ministers and resources for our parish
staff and ministers provided by the diocese. The Catech-
esis Office, which forms and supports parish catechetical
leaders who serve thousands of children and adolescents
each year in parish religious education programs, is sup-
ported through the Idaho Catholic Appeal. Remember that
no gift is too small. For those who have not yet responded,
we urge you to consider offering your commitment at this
time here at the church, by filling out a pledge envelope
located in the pew and dropping it in the collection basket.
Please remember that you can fulfill your pledge over
several months and pay by credit card, automatic debit,
cash, money orders, or checks. The Diocese also accepts
gifts online at www.catholicidaho.org.
With every parishioner’s meaningful participation, we
will succeed in reaching our goal of $117,569.00.
March 1 $23,132.26* Total $23,132.26 *Includes Ash Wednesday Collection
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SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DePAUL
Sometimes You Just Need a Little Help
I spoke with a long-time resident a few days ago, who we will call “Samantha”. Samantha and her husband have reached the point in life where they are only a few years away from retirement. Their children are grown and on their own. Samantha’s husband is in construction and is busy during the summer months. They enjoy hunting in the fall and fishing in the spring – that is until a few months ago, when due to unforeseen circumstances, they have care of their three grandchildren, ranging in age from 2 to 10 years old.
Samantha and her husband had to make adjustments to get the children situated that set them back a bit financially. They needed help with their power bill to keep their service from being shut off. Samantha loves having her grandchildren with them and felt embarrassed about asking for help. With a little chuckle she said, “After all, we thought we would be planning the next bass fishing trip.”
Fortunately, summer work will start a little early for Saman-tha’s husband. With the help of your Pope St. Pius X St. Vincent de Paul, they were able to reset their budget and get over this bump in the road.
Won’t you join us? For information on how you can help contact me at the number below.
John Hollister 208-762-9430
St. Vincent de Paul & St. Gianna Beretta Molla,
pray for us!
Open enrollment at Holy Family Catholic
School for Preschool through 8th grade
begins March 9th for the upcoming 2020-21
school year. HFCS offers a high quality aca-
demic program coupled with a strong faith-filled environment
to give your child a great foundation to grow upon. We offer
tuition assistance as well as before and after school care
options. We will be hosting Open Houses on Monday, March
16th from 9am-11am and 5pm-7pm. Visit www.hfcs-cda.org
or call 208-765-4327 for more information.
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL
CONFESSIONS DURING LENT: Fr. Flores will be hearing Confessions in between Sunday morning Masses (9:15am -10:15am) during Lent in addition to regularly scheduled times.
LENT 2020
STATIONS OF THE CROSS Friday evenings at 6:30pm
CONFESSIONS
Thursdays: Noon-12:30pm Fridays: 7:30am - 8am Saturdays: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Sundays: 9:15am-10:15am
PENANCE SERVICES
St. George’s Parish March 29th, 2:30pm
St. Thomas The Apostle
March 31st, 7pm
Pope St. Pius X, April 2nd, 7pm
LENTEN RESOURCES Table in back of the church Lenten Reflections booklets
and numerous brochures
Augustine Institute Kiosk New titles just in time for Lent!
Parish website: https://stpiuscda.org/lent for
videos, devotionals, etc.
Videos via our Weekly Messenger: “Pick of the Week” by Formed.org
Bishop Barron’s mini-series, “The Last Things”
Bible study: “Jesus: The Way, the Truth
and the Life”
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST NEXT WEEKEND, MARCH 15th between morning Masses. This month’s breakfast benefits the Fr. Rassley Scholarship for Holy Family Catholic School. On the menu: Breakfast Burritos.
ARE YOU CALLED TO BE AN
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER
OF HOLY COMMUNION? Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) are
lay people commissioned to assist with distribution of the
Body and Blood of Christ at Mass. (We have separate
guidelines for those bringing Communion to the sick or
imprisoned). This ministry is an honor and privilege. As
one accepts this role, he/she has prayerfully discerned that
God is asking this service of them. EMHCs must be active,
fully-initiated, practicing Catholics, at least 18 years of age,
with no impediments. If you feel so called, please fill out
the form at the liturgical ministries bulletin board or call the
parish office, and you will be contacted for training.
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ACTIVITIES & UPCOMING EVENTS
Back by popular demand . . .
P.E.A.C.E. (Professionals
Easing Aging Concerns thru
Education) is coming to the parish Saturday, March 21st.
This educational workshop is designed for the elderly,
caregivers, those who visit the homebound and for the middle
-aged to assist with planning for the future. To Register call
208-664-8119 or email [email protected]
RIGHT FOR LIFE 40 DAYS FOR LIFE
CAMPAIGN March 21, 8am to 8pm
Our Parish of Pope St. Pius X and our Knights of Columbus Council 11623, have agreed to make a visible presence on Saturday, March 21, 2020 to peacefully pray in front of the Planned Parenthood Clinic in Spokane from 8am-8pm. Can you be in attendance for a 1-hour time slot or more? If you are interested in serving by attending and praying for the lives of the unborn, the health of the mothers, and the change of hearts for those who administer abortions, please contact either Robert Palus (208-691-2593) [email protected] or Craig Frei (208-660-6635) [email protected] to regis-ter when you can attend and for additional details. To find out
more information about the 40 Days For Life Campaign
visit 40daysforlife.com/spokane.
PRETZELS AFTER MASS DURING LENT: Keeping with tradition, there will be pretzels, rather than doughnuts, after most Masses during Lent. Did you know it is no accident that pretzels are shaped in the form of arms crossed in prayer?
Pretzels were a common Lenten food throughout the Middle Ages and were purposefully shaped in this special way.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE COURT NO. 1447
Mass, Retreat and Luncheon
Tuesday, March 10th Mass at 8:30am, Retreat
from 9:30-11:30am (Luncheon to follow) at Pope St. Pius X
“PRAYER” Retreat Masters:
Deacon Chris & Mary Stewart
WWP Connect Coffee Talk:
Reaching Your Child’s Heart
Mothers today are overwhelmed with ex-
pectations. Guilt abounds. We listen to our
culture and take on those expectations.
But we’re also aware that our children aren’t really our own—
that they belong to God. Please join us as we discuss how we
can reach our children’s hearts in the way that God intends, and
with the truths He values, to mother in a way that has lasting
value. No experience is necessary, just come as you are for
some coffee and a chance to see what Walking with Purpose is
all about!
Monday, March 9, 2020 at 6pm St. Pius X Great Room
“Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will
do amazing things among you.” (Joshua 3:5)
Walking with Purpose is a women’s Catholic Bible study
held on Mondays at 6pm. at St. Pius X Catholic Church.
Personal study and small group discussions at WWP each
week link our everyday challenges with the solutions given
to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic
Church. For more information contact Jeanay Holcomb at
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