March 15-16 2014 Bulletin - St Francis Xavier Cathedral

March 16, 2014
Second Sunday of Lent
PARISH OFFICE
139 S. Madison,
Green Bay, WI 54301-4501
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30 am-4:00 pm
Phone: (920) 432-4348
Fax: (920) 435-5068
Email: sfxavier@sbcglobal.net
Prayer Network: (920) 497-8060
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Website
www.sfxcathedralgb.org
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BISHOP OF GREEN BAY
The Most Reverend David L. Ricken
RECTOR AND PASTOR
Fr. John W. Girotti
e-mail: frjohngirotti@yahoo.com
Deacons: Mr. Thomas J. Mahoney &
Mr. Conrad J. Kieltyka
Director of Administration:
Rosemary M. Anshus
Director of Music: Jody L. Strnad
Maintenance Manager:
Patrick R. Hoslet
Event & Volunteer Coordinator/
Administrative Assistant:
Sonia D. Hitt
Pastoral Minister:
Patricia J. Westlund
Liturgist/Sacristan: Dawn E. Shaw
Bookkeeper: Vicki L. Matuszak
Faith Formation Coordinator:
Connie A. DeMeuse
Cathedral Trustees:
Kenneth C. Reigh, Secretary
Charles L. Johnson, Treasurer
Parish Council President:
Andrew H. Opicka
Finance Council President:
Kenneth C. Reigh
Mass Intentions
Saint Francis xavier
Cathedral Parish
139 South Madison
Green Bay, WI 54301-4501
920-432-4348
Weekend Masses
Saturday ......................................................................... 4:00 pm
Sunday ........................................................................... 9:00 am
Weekday Masses
Monday - Friday ............................................................ 8:30 am
Saturday
4:00 pm
March 15
† Dorothy Hare
Sunday
9:00 am
March 16
For the Return of Fallen Away Catholics
Monday
8:30 am
March 17
† Fr. Lee Kahrs
(Anniversary of Death)
Tuesday
8:30 am
March 18
† Elizabeth Baenen
(Anniversary of Death)
Wednesday
8:30 am
March 19
† George Schwingle
Thursday
8:30 am
March 20
† Fr. Charles Mocco
Friday
8:30 am
March 21
† Frank & Concetta Scasny
Saturday
4:00 pm
March 22
† Mary Rose & Cindy Puissant
Sunday
9:00 am
March 23
† Loren Cismoski & John E. Mitchell, Jr.
Devotions
Daily before Mass ………………………………………Rosary
Tuesday & Thursday after Mass …….Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Tuesday ………..………………………Perpetual Help Novena
Friday. ....................................................... Sacred Heart Novena
Holy Days of Obligation
Vigil .............................................................................. 5:15 pm
Holy Day ....................................................................... 8:30 am
Eucharistic Adoration
Wednesdays ................................................ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Confessions
Saturday... ..................................................... 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Wednesday ................................................. ..6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Small Faith Groups
Call the parish office for days and times.
Baptism
Call to arrange a date & time. Preparation session required.
Marriage
Call the parish office at least 9 months in advance of your
desired wedding date.
Museum
Tours by appointment. ......................................... 920-432-4348
St. Thomas More School
650 S. Irwin Ave., Green Bay, WI 54301
Principal, Ms. Vicki Marotz
Phone: 920-432-8242
Have you visited our parish website? On the homepage, is
the Online Giving logo. Click on the logo and register for
Online Giving. Parishioners who are making their
sacrificial giving online have commented how easy and
convenient it is to make their contributions to the parish.
Feel a little awkward about not putting anything in the
collection basket when the usher comes to your pew? You
may check the box on your envelope that says "I give
online" and still put an envelope in the basket. Thank you
for supporting your parish!
Readings for the Week of March 16, 2014
Sunday:…………….Gn 12:1-4a/2 Tm 1:8b-10/Mt 17:1-9
Monday:………………………….Dn 9:4b-10/Lk 6:36-38
Tuesday:………………………Is 1:10, 16-20/Mt 23:1-12
Wednesday:….2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16/Rom 4:13, 16-18,
…………………………………...22/Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a
……………………………………………or Lk 2:41-51a
Thursday:……………………….Jer 17:5-10/Lk 16:19-31
Friday:…Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a/Mt 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday:…………...Mi 7:14-15, 18-20/Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
Next Sunday:……….Ex 17:3-7/Rom 5:1-2, 5-8/Jn 4:5-42
…………………………….or 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHEDRAL
LENT SCHEDULE 2014
Confessions: Wednesday - 6:30-8:30 pm
Saturdays - 2:15-3:30 pm
Stations of the Cross: Wednesdays, 6 pm,
March 19th, 26th, April 2nd, 9th and 16th.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Wednesdays, after
8:30 am Mass until Benediction at 8:45 pm. No Adoration
Wednesday, April 16th (Holy Week). Only Stations of
the Cross and confessions.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH
LENT SCHEDULE 2014
Confessions: Saturday 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Stations of the Cross: Saturdays 3:00 pm,
March 22nd, 29th, April 5th and 12th
Holy Thursday: 5:30 pm
Good Friday: 12:30 pm
Easter Vigil: 8:30 pm
Easter Sunday: 10:45 am
LITTLE BLACK BOOKS
“Little Black Books” for Lenten reflection are available in
the BWC. Suggested donation is $2 each.
SHELTER MEALS
This month Cathedral will serve an evening meal at St.
John’s Homeless Shelter on March 28th and another
evening meal at the NEW Shelter on March 31st. Can you
help supply applesauce or fruit cocktail? Desserts are also
needed. Please call Monica at 425-3191 to help. Thank you!
DIGNITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
March is “Help for the Homeless” month. Cathedral will
again participate in a month long collection of hygiene
products, cleaning supplies such as laundry soap and dish
detergent, as well as paper products including paper
toweling, toilet paper, and Kleenex. Collection boxes can be
found in the Bishop Wycislo entrance. Thank you for your
generous support.
WORLD’S POOR COLLECTION
March 29th and 30th there will be a second collection for
Catholic Relief Services, the Catholic Campaign for
Human Development, and Peter’s Pence. You may
contribute to one or all three funds, by designating an
amount for each on the envelope or with Online Giving.
Thank you for your generosity!
MARCH APOSTLESHIP OF PRAYER
Respect for Women. That all cultures may respect the
rights and dignity of women.
Vocations. That young people accept the Lord’s invitation
to consecrate their lives to proclaiming the Gospel.
DID YOU KNOW……….?
Thank you to ushers Larry and Marge Fuchs, Leonard
Gracyalny, Mary Graf, Paul Hitt, Carol Joppe, Ann
Keyser, Kurt Kohlmann, Matt Kohlmann, John Lemens,
Mike and Tammy Mirro, Sharon Nagy, Ken Nier, John
Patterson, Carol Peterson, Terry Phillips, Patty Scasny,
and Vern Van Beek, and welcome aboard new ushers
Marc Ditty, Karen and Patrick Duchateau, Gail Picard and
Rick Young. Ushers are the face of the Cathedral and
joyously greet and assist parishioners and guests. May
God bless you.
Catholic Social Teaching
Reflection
Rights and Responsibilities
Every person has basic rights including the right to life,
food, water, and shelter. We also have the responsibility to
support the rights of others. This week, pray that you
clearly see your role in bringing hope to all people who
are denied basic rights. Pray for a “transfiguration
moment” that shows you how God wants you to act in this
world: How can you be an instrument of his peace?
Loving God,
We thank you for the many gifts
you have given us.
Bless our prayers and sacrifices this Lent.
May these gifts from our table
bring hope and life to our sisters and brothers
who suffer with hunger each day.
Unite us through Christ with the poor worldwide,
and bless our efforts to bring relief
to those in need. Amen.
March 8th and 9th, 2014
Sacrificial Giving……………………….$ 8271.00
Offertory Collection…………………….$ 669.33
On-line Giving………………………….$ 2347.00
St. Vincent de Paul……………………...$
86.50
Ash Wednesday…………………………$ 1511.34
Total……………………………………..$12,885.17
We need an average of $9500.00 from the weekly
collection to meet our budget.
From Our Pastor
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
From time to time a person pulls me aside saying, “Father, I need to speak with you.” After getting my
attention, the person confides in me that he or she struggles with something “so terribly embarrassing”. When I
ask what it is, the answer comes back, “I’m so ashamed – I struggle with impure thoughts.”
Impure thoughts – dirty images – violent or ugly ideas. If we are honest, most of us
have struggled with these things at one time or another. We don’t always know where the
thought, image, or idea comes from, but it troubles us. Why me? That’s not what I want – that’s
not the kind of person I am! And yet, these thoughts do creep up from time to time and they can
become a heavy cross.
First of all, what are these images? Most of the time, “dirty thoughts” are thoughts
having to do with some kind of sexual activity. We might be single, married, or in the religious
life. Nevertheless, the thought comes and we are shocked by it. Other times ugly ideas come
into our minds about revolting things or practices. Sometimes these thoughts or ideas have to
do with violence to ourselves or others. And sometimes these impure thoughts can even have to
do with God Himself.
Where do these things come from? Many times images that come into our minds come from things we
have recently seen. Perhaps it was a lust-filled or violent image on a television program or in a movie. Maybe it
was a scene from a book or perhaps a person we saw recently that was inappropriately dressed. And suddenly
the image pops into our heads. Other times, such images are from our distant past and have remained with us for
many years. Sometimes impure thoughts can come simply because of our fallen human nature and our
inclination to sin. And yes, many times such impure thoughts can be temptations from Satan intended to cause
us to fall into sin. Such demonic temptation often comes when we least expect it and when we are most
vulnerable.
What can we do? First of all, we need to realize that most people struggle with these things! You are not
the only person to have these thoughts! Next, we need to clearly understand that such thoughts are not reality
and not what we want or intend. When impure thoughts arise, we need to meet them head-on and dismiss them
quickly. Such thoughts are NOT sinful if we dismiss them right away. They can become a sinful offense against
God when we dwell on them, entertain them, or conjure them up again. This is an important distinction:
HAVING AN IMPURE THOUGHT IS NOT A SIN! Yes, it is troubling, ugly, and contrary to everything we
believe in. But it is not sinful unless we take it in and make it our own.
When impure thoughts arise, a quick “Get behind me Satan” will do a good job in dispelling it. Making
the Sign of the Cross, saying the Our Father or some other prayer, or asking God for help at the moment will do
much to dispel the ugly thought. Sometimes impure thoughts can be dispelled by laughing at them. Yes,
laughing! Sometimes we can become so ashamed and afraid by such thoughts that the Devil has us right where
he wants us. Laugh at his temptation! He hates that and will leave quickly. Another technique when we are
tempted with an impure thought of a sexual nature is to immediately thank God for making such a beautiful
person and ask the good Lord to bless the person! Nothing throws more cold water on lustful thoughts than
prayer! The Lord knows our hearts! He knows that we do not want to do these things.
Impure thoughts are mysterious aspects of our humanity. All of us remain “clay pots” as St. Paul says.
We are all easily broken – we are all weak. But what matters most is the treasure inside! So when impure
thoughts come our way, let us remember the words of Jesus, “Be not Afraid” and let us stay close to Him.
May God Bless You.
Fr. Girotti
TALK WITH THE PASTOR
Thursday, March 20th at 7 pm
Fr. Girotti will continue the faith orientated series, “Talk with the Pastor” for our parish family in the
Bishop Wycislo Center. Topics of discussion will be:
† Our Catholic Faith,
† Media distortions of Catholic issues,
† Non-Catholics and their misunderstanding
regarding our beliefs, † Moral Discernment; how do we respond, † Other faith questions.
More talks to come on April 24th
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Wednesday……………………………………March 19th
6:00 pm………………………………..Stations of the Cross
Thursday……………………………………...March 20th
7:00 pm……………………...“Talk with the Pastor” - BWC
Monday…………………………………….…March 24th
4:30 pm………………………...OCDS (Carmelites) - BWC
Wednesday……………………………………March 26th
6:00 pm………………………………..Stations of the Cross
Saturday & Sunday………………….March 29th & 30th
World’s Poor Collection
Wednesday………………………………………April 2nd
6:00 pm………………………………..Stations of the Cross
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Catholic patients at St. Vincent Hospital need your help to
bring Communion to them during their stay. Volunteers are
needed every day of the week including holidays. Two
Communion Ministers are assigned each day. Volunteers
are also needed to bring Communion to dialysis patients.
For information or to volunteer, call Chaplain Pat Dennison
at 920-433-8162 or email Patricia.Dennison1@hshs.org.
Visit the store for resources to guide you on your Lenten
journey. Even though our "official" open time is 9:30am,
we strive to open the store right after the 8:30 am Mass. If
you see one of us at Mass, just follow us right over to the
store! We truly appreciate your patronage.
131 S. Madison Street, Green Bay, WI
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
920-432-0078
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Now and through April 15th, you are invited to join
other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer
and fasting for an end to abortion. You are invited to stand
and peacefully pray in the public right-of-way outside
Planned Parenthood at 2605 South Oneida Street in
Ashwaubenon. Cathedral parishioners are encouraged to
walk on Tuesdays from 4-6 pm. Contact Tom Truckey:
920-834-2685, or email: tom.truckey@yahoo.com.
FEATURED LIGHTHOUSE CD
“Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist”
Dr. Brant Pitre uses the Hebrew Scriptures and Jewish
tradition to frame the actions of Jesus at
the Last Supper, and to provide a fresh
look at the heart of Catholic practice —
the Eucharist. By taking us back to the
Jewish roots of our faith, Dr. Pitre gives
us a powerful lens through which to see
anew the bread of the presence, the
manna, the Last Supper, and ultimately the meaning of the
Eucharist.
A & A ALEXANDRIA CENTER
You are invited to support Green Bay’s own non-profit
crisis pregnancy center! A & A Alexandria Center 2014
Spring Gala Annual Fund Raising Banquet, Friday, April
4th at Riverside Ballroom Green Bay. Doors open at 5 pm
for Silent Auction with dinner at 6:30 pm. Keynote Speaker
is post-abortive mother, Yvonne Florczak-Seeman, Founder
of Love From Above Organization. Tickets are $30. For
information or to purchase tickets call Mary Paul:
920-532-4740, or email marypauly48@yahoo.com.
ECUMENICAL SERVICE
Everyone is invited to join Bishop David Ricken, and Right
Reverend Archimandrite Nicholas Zachariadis — Abbot,
Holy Resurrection Monastery (Byzantine Catholic), Saint
Nazianz, WI, and our fellow Christians for The Ecumenical
Celebration of the Word of God.
RESCHEDULED: Tuesday, March 25th, 7 pm at St.
Gregory Church, 214 Church Street, St. Nazianz, WI.
Hosted by Holy Resurrection Byzantine Catholic
Monastery and St. Gregory Parish, St. Nazianz, WI.
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HOLY NAME RETREAT HOUSE
5 Annual Social and Dinner for Holy Name Retreat House
Celebration and Thanksgiving for past generosity and
support. Special Guests: Bishop David Ricken, Bishop
Robert Morneau, and Bishop Robert Banks. March 28th
from 5 pm - 9 pm at Rock Garden Supper Club, 1951
Bond Street, Green Bay, WI 54301. Cost $60.00/dinner or
Couple $100.00/dinner. Call HNRH office 920-272-8296.
A profoundly moving experience awaits you at The
Northeast Wisconsin Passion Play, April 10th - 13th at
Xavier Fine Arts Theatre, 1600 W Prospect Ave., Appleton.
The April 12th matinee will be interpreted for the Deaf and
Hard of Hearing. For information or tickets call
920-733-8840 or visit: www.newpassionplay.org.
Catholics in Diocese Invited to Celebrate Sacrament of Reconciliation in Lent
This Lenten season, each Catholic parish in the Diocese of Green Bay is making an extra effort to have confessions
available. If you have been reluctant to come to the sacrament, have been away for some time or just found it difficult to get
to a Saturday afternoon confession time, this is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with Christ and His Church. Times for
confessions at our parish are every Wednesday from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm and Saturdays from 2:15 pm to 3:30 pm. Learn
more at www.gbdioc.org/lent, where there are resources and times in other parishes.
ABSTINENCE AND FASTING
Each Catholic is reminded to observe the penitential purpose and character of Lent.
1. Those who have celebrated their 14th birthday are to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, all Fridays in Lent and Good
Friday.
2. Those who have celebrated their 18th birthday, until they celebrate their 59th birthday, are to also fast on Ash Wednesday
and Good Friday. Fasting means only eating one full meal. Two smaller meals are permitted if necessary to maintain
strength according to one’s needs, but eating solid foods between meals is not permitted.
3. These practices are designed for spiritual growth. Catholics are not to excuse themselves lightly from these prescribed
minimal penitential practices.
In 2014, Good Friday is April 18th, and Easter is April 20th.
RCIA 2014
An apology to Larry Fuchs, who was omitted as one of the RCIA instructors in past bulletins. Larry’s testimony and
knowledge of our Catholic faith has proven to be invaluable to our candidates’ faith formation.
This past Saturday at the 4 pm Mass our catechumens and candidates were presented to Fr. Girotti for the “Rite of
Sending”. On Sunday, at Our Lady of Lourdes, Bishop Ricken blessed and recognized them in the “Rite of the Elect” as
they journey toward full communion into the Catholic Church. Please continue supporting them in prayer as they move
closer to receiving the sacrament s at the Easter Vigil.
Brandon Dishaw, Miyuki Furukawa, Jack Griepentrog, Henry Keating, Amber McDonald, Mary Orszula,
Jason Petrella, Cristina Schmitt, Elizabeth Smith, Sarah Westlund, and Randy Wolff
Discover the beauty of the Theology of the Body and equip yourself with how to explain and teach it effectively: How to
discuss relationships, sexuality, contraception, dating, homosexuality, morality, and the tough issues with our youth. Learn
how theology and practical application intersect. This training is designed for teachers, catechists, administrators, youth
ministers, parents; any interested adult. No charge to attend, but registration required. Visit www.gbdioc.org/YMevents.
Dates and locations: Monday, March 17th at St. Francis Xavier Middle School, De Pere; Monday, March 24th at St. Mary
Parish, Crivitz; Tuesday, March 25th at St. Agnes Parish, Green Bay; Monday, March 31st at St. John, Little Chute;
Tuesday, April 1st at Sacred Heart, Shawano; and Wednesday, April 7th at St. Jude Parish, Oshkosh.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ANNUAL RAFFLE
The Knights of Columbus raffle tickets will be on sale after the Masses on March 22nd and 23rd .
Among the prizes offered is a grand prize of $50,000, and a chance to win a new Harley Davidson motor cycle.