From the Pastor: Liturgy of the Word, Part 3

by Fr. Joseph Evinger

This week I will return to the explanation of the Mass. I had hoped to cover the

Liturgy of the Word in two articles. However, it will be four. The first two articles

covered the importance of Sacred Scripture and its reading at Mass. This article as

well as the next will cover the Homily, the Creed, and Intercessions or Petitions.

After the readings are read and we have heard the proclamation of the Gospel, the

priest or deacon will give a homily or sermon. This is to explain some aspect of the

faith found in the Bible, the Mass and the teachings of the Church.

Unlike most Protestant churches, in the Catholic Church and Orthodox Churches the

high point of the Mass is not the sermon. Rather the readings and homily point to the

Holy Eucharist. We first hear God speak to us, we hear his Word, but in the Liturgy of

the Eucharist He becomes fully present to us upon the altar. For Catholics, the

consecration is the high point of Mass, that is, Jesus’ offering humanity to the Father;

the homily is not the center. It is the pastor’s responsibility to make sure the homily

points to the Holy Eucharist.

Nevertheless, the homily is very important and essential for us. “Everyone who calls

on the name of the Lord will be saved. But how can they call on him in whom they

have not believed? And how can they believe in him of whom they have not heard?

And how can they hear without someone to preach?” (Romans 10:13-14) It is in

hearing the gospel explained to us that we come to have greater faith in Jesus Christ,

and how we come to know Him in his Real Presence at Mass.

When we listen to homilies, let us always look for a nugget with which to walk away.

Let us be attentive to the Holy Spirit who uses the words of the priest to change our

lives and mold our hearts. May the Holy Mass continue to be unveiled in your hearts

and minds.

In conclusion, remember the homily does not end with Mass. The homily must

continue in the words of parents to children, siblings to one another, children to

parents, Christians to each other. The way we live our lives must be a homily. And all

must point to God in the Mass.

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 23, 2020

St. Joseph’s Church – Twin Buttes St. Paul’s Church – Halliday

St. Joseph’s Church – Killdeer

152 3rd Ave. NW PO Box 299 Killdeer, ND 58640 701-764-5357 stjosephkilldeer.com

Clergy and Staff: Pastor .…………………………….. Fr. Joseph Evinger Deacon .…………………………..................... Dan Tuhy Business Manager/Secretary …..... Nancy Tuhy Custodians .…………… Doreen Pachl, Judy Tuhy Music Coordinator ………………...... Felicia Grim

Welcome to all Newcomers If you would like to know more about any

of our parishes feel free to check us out at

stjosephkilldeer.com to obtain additional

information. We are glad you are here!

Rice Bowl: Join our faith community—and more than 14,000 Catholic communities across the United States—in a Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl. Pick up your family’s CRS Rice Bowl from the church entrance. During the 40 days of Lent, the Rice Bowl can serve as a reminder of the challenge of global hunger and how it affects our human family. African Mission Appeal: Bishop David D. Kagan has announced March 7-8 as the 2020 African Mission Appeal weekend in our diocese. This special appeal gives you the opportunity to join our Mission Team in ministering to our brothers and sisters in Africa by making a generous gift in two weeks. Fr. David Morman, our missionary, is currently living and working on our behalf in Kisii, Kenya, East Africa. You are invited to read the exciting articles in our Kenya Connection newsletter found inside the Dakota Catholic Action newspaper. It contains interesting news and pictures of our mission in action. You are also encouraged to follow our missionary in action at: https://www.facebook.com/BismarckCatholicMission

Cursillo at Trinity High School: Cursillo of the Bismarck Diocese will be held at Trinity High School in Dickinson in March. The Men’s weekend will begin Thursday night , March 5th and conclude with Mass Sunday afternoon, March 8th. The Women’s weekend will begin Thursday night, March 19th and conclude with Mass Sunday afternoon, March 22nd. Cursillo is a short course in Christianity taught in the Catholic tradition, and a 3-day personal walk with Jesus. Detailed information and registration forms can be found on-line at www.bismarckcursillo.com. You many also contact Jeremy LaQua, 2020 rector at 701-590-2258 or Kim Kostelecky, 2020 rectora at 701-590-4726.

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE & MASS INTENTIONS MONDAY, February 24 No Mass ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. --------- TUESDAY, February 25 Eucharistic Exposition …………………...……………………..……………………………………………………………………6:00 PM Mass (Killdeer) ……………….………….…….…..……. +Doug Hansen by Sharon Hansen ……………………… 7:00 PM ASH WEDNESDAY, February 26

Hilltop Service ………………………………………………………………………………….…………… 1:30 PM

Mass (Twin Buttes)………………………… +Evelyn Fettig by the Family …………..……. 5:00 PM Central Mass (Halliday)…………….……………+Greg Folkert by Anthony & Colene Evinger …………….. 5:30 PM Mass (Killdeer) …………………...……. +Irene Ell by Ann & Kim Knutson ….………………………… 7:00 PM --------- THURSDAY, February 27 Mass (Killdeer) ………….…….… +Deacon Herman Dukart by Daryl & Reyne Dukart ….……....…..………….. 7:30 AM Mass (Hilltop)…………...…….…...…..… Special Intention by Regina Romanyshyn .…….….……….………..….. 10:30 AM -------- FRIDAY, February 28 Mass(Killdeer) .……………………………….... +Kathleen Fettig by the Family …….……………..………... 7:30 AM Stations of the Cross (Halliday) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6:00 PM Mass (Halliday) ……………………...………… Poor Souls in Purgatory ………………………………….…….…………… 6:30 PM -------- SATURDAY, February 29 Confessions (Killdeer) …………………………….…..………..……………………………………………..……………… 4:45 – 5:15 PM Mass (Killdeer) …………….…...….. +Laura Gartner by Deacon Dan & Nancy Tuhy …...…..........................…..... 5:30 PM ------- SUNDAY, March 1 Confessions (Halliday) .………………….………………………………….………………………………………..………. 7:30 - 7:50 AM Mass (Halliday) ...……………….…. +Roland Gleich by Linda & Glenn Gietzen ……………...…...….. 8:00 AM Confessions (Killdeer) …………………………………………………………………………….………………………. 10:00 - 10:15 AM Mass (Killdeer) …….………………… Parishioners of St. Joseph’s Parishes and St. Paul’s …………………….. 10:30 AM Mass (Twin Buttes) .………..........…………….… +Janet Gornick by the Family ................................….. 2:00 PM Central

PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER:

Holy Father’s Intention: For a generous welcome of the victims of human trafficking, of enforced prostitution, and of violence.

Living: Richard Jambor, James Miller, Brenda Zastoupil, Matthew Rambur, Jeff Kilzer, Tim Knopik, Carolyn Neurohr, Mike Lee, Gladys Spelevoy, Don Dukart, Pat Hawkinson, Sadie Ridl, Darryl Binstock, Brenda Kralicek, Garrett Houghton, JoAnn Schillo, Lila Kalvoda, Dale Ell, Marvin Schmidt, Javan Wahus, Dona Lowman, Vickie Loh. Deceased: Roland Gleich, Irene Ell, JoAnn Kessel

Thank You: Thank you Sandy Dukart, Pam Wilz, Ellen Morlock, Sarah Schettler & Mary Wheeling for the delicious treats that were provided after Mass last weekend! It was great to celebrate the Youth Group’s journey to March For Life in DC!

Parish Council: St. Joseph’s, Killdeer Parish Council will meet Tues., February 25 at 7:30 p.m.

Lenten Fasting: Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Roman Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence. The norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.” (USCCB)

40 Days for Life: From February 26 through April 5, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day spring campaign (8 am – 8 pm) outside the North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck. Over 100 abortion clinics around the world have closed due to this powerful time of prayer! If you’d like more information please contact: Diane at 40daysbisnd@gmail.com or go to 40daysforlife.com/Bismarck

Catholic Classes: Next class will meet Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.

Best Lent Ever: Don’t Give Up Chocolate for Lent. SO… WHAT IS BEST LENT EVER? It’s a totally free daily Lenten video program (sent to your email) that will help you unlock your God-given potential. Go to https://dynamiccatholic.com/best-lent-ever

MINISTRY SCHEDULE

Saturday, February 29- Killdeer Reader: Gary Wilz EME: None during flu season. Altar Servers: Andrew, Matthew, Grace Fritel

Sunday, March 1

Halliday Reader: Anthony Evinger EME: None during flu season.

Killdeer Readers: Sharon Hansen, Chelsey Morlock EME: None during flu season. Altar Servers: Taylen Schettler, Erin McFadden Alli Schettler

Twin Buttes Reader: Lori Fredericks EME: None during flu season.

COLLECTIONS

Sunday Offering February 16, 2020

St. Joseph’s, Killdeer……………. $1609.00

St. Paul’s, Halliday……………… $696.00

St. Joseph’s, Twin Buttes ………. $498.50

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