September 11, 2016 - Saint Mary Catholic Community

Saint Mary
Catholic Community
Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 11, 2016
Mondays: 11:30 am-4:30 pm
Tuesdays through Fridays:
8:30 am—4:30 pm
Office: 1700 Missoula Ave
(406) 442-5268
Fax: (406) 449-0860
Website:
www.stmaryhelena.org
E-mail:
smcc@stmaryhelena.org
Reconciliation:
Wednesdays
4:00-5:00 pm
Saturday Vigil:
4:30 pm
Sunday:
8:00 and 10:30 a.m.
Weekday Masses:
Monday, Wednesday,
& Thursday
12:10 pm Mass
Friday
11:00 Mass
Sept. 16—Big Sky
Sept. 23—Cooney
Sept. 30—Aspen Gardens
Oct. 7—Hunter’s Pointe
What woman having ten coins and losing one would not
sweep the house, searching carefully until she finds
it? And when she does, she calls together her friends
and rejoices. In just the same way, there will be rejoicing
among the angels of God over one sinner who
To ensure a safe environment, parents must accompany children to and from the
rest rooms at all
times. Thank
you.
repents.
~Luke
15:8-10
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Saint Mary Catholic Community is to live and proclaim the Gospel of
Jesus Christ through worship, service and community, taking seriously Jesus’
command to “Do This in Memory of Me.”
24th Sunday of Ordinary Time,
September 11
Exodus 32:7-11, 13-14; 1 Timothy 1:12-17;
Luke 15:1-32
8:00 Mass for Doris Buswell ╬
rb Maggie and Jack Jones
10:30 Mass for Sarah Nunn╬
rb Dave and Angela Nunn
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Monday, September 12
1 Corinthians 11:17-26, 33; Luke 7:1-10
12:10 Mass for the intentions of Jim Kertz
rb Bill and Ellen Mudro
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Tuesday, September 13
Memorial of St. John Chrysostom, Bishop
and Doctor of the Church
1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 27-31; Luke 7:11-17
No Mass
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Wednesday, September 14 Feast of the
Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Numbers 21:4-9; Philippians 2:6-11;
John 3:13-17
12:10 Mass for Dick Tomcheck╬
rb Bill and Judy Optiz
4:00-5:00 Confessions
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Thursday, September 15 Memorial of Our
Lady of Sorrows
1 Corinthians 15:1-11; John 19:25-27;
Luke 2:33-35
No Mass
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Friday, September 16 Memorial of Sts.
Cornelius, Pope; and Cyprian, Bishop and
Martyrs
1 Corinthians 15:12-20; Luke 8:1-3
11:00 Mass at Big Sky
for Michael Patete╬
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Saturday, September 17
Amos 8:4-7; 1 Timothy 2:1-8; Luke 16:1-13
4:30 Mass for the intentions of Sarah Magera
rb Terri Eve
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25 Sunday of Ordinary Time,
September 18 Catechetical Sunday
Amos 8:4-7; 1 Timothy 2:1-8; Luke 16:1-13
8:00 Mass for Doris Buswell╬
rb Pat and Jim Lubke
10:30 Mass for Anne and Rudd Van Sickle
rb Mary Lou Madden
Catechists’ blessing during 10:30 Mass
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As praying stewards: Four parish prayer groups met on our
parish campus this week.
As ministering stewards: We welcomed four families in
need to make our Social Center their home for a week as part
of our Family Promise.
As sacrificing stewards:
September 4
In Pew Donation
Direct Donations
On-line Donations
Total
$6,277
2,440
1,651
$10,368
Previous Month (August) Income
$51,242*
Average Monthly Expenses
48,000
*Includes a $2,000 grant from the Foundation for the Diocese
of Helena for the purchase of new Wi-Fi Service and
equipment for the Church and Social Center.
Father Richard Francesco
Phone ext. 106 ~ email: rfrancesco@stmaryhelena.org
Deacon Michael Seipp New Extension!
Phone ext. 109 ~ email: mseipp@stmaryhelena.org
Deb Kralicek ~ Faith Formation/Pastoral Care Director
Phone ext. 103 ~ email: dkralicek@stmaryhelena.org
Dawn Brannman ~ Youth Minister
Phone ext. 107 ~ email: dbrannman@stmaryhelena.org
Gail O’Loughlin ~ Finance Director
Phone ext. 104 ~ email: goloughlin@stmaryhelena.org
Eileen Brody ~ Liturgy/Music Director
Phone ext. 105 ~ email: ebrody@stmaryhelena.org
Cliff Huff ~ Maintenance Director
Phone ext. 112 ~ email: chuff@stmaryhelena.org
LeeAnna Brooks ~ Pastoral Office Coordinator
Phone ext. 101 ~ email: lflint@stmaryhelena.org
Lori Mleko ~ Elementary RE Coordinator
Phone ext. 102 ~ email: lorimleko@stmaryhelena.org
Pastoral Council Members: Jeanette Bower, Marc Buyske,
Patti Casne, JR Feucht, Chelly Hasquet, Cliff Huff, Viki Garman,
Margy Kernan, Steve McCue, Pat Van Wyk, Marc Weber, and
Judy Ziegler.
Finance Council Members: Ann Bauchman, Dave Brown, Jerry
LaChere, Mary Martinez, Anna Miller, Sonia Powell,
Sam Prestipino, and Maureen Stohl.
From Father Richard
Have mercy on me O God, in your goodness.
Psalm 51:3a
So cries the psalmist, “Have mercy.” With infidelity after infidelity, God’s people were often in need
of mercy. It is this God to whom the psalmist calls out, who has come to us in the Person of Jesus Christ. He
has not only told us of the Father’s mercy, but has shown us.
Had Jesus himself not shown his disciples what mercy is by welcoming sinners and eating with them,
who would have believed him as he taught through parables? Perhaps no one, save his holy mother. More
than anything, Jesus taught by example.
We bear the name of Christian. We are concerned with evangelization and new-evangelization. Who
will believe us if we are not merciful? Who will believe us if we do not seek out the lost? Who will believe us
if we do not welcome and forgive? Mercy is not merely a disposition; it is an action.
Jesus tells the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin. It is not the finding of sheep or coin which
concludes the lesson of these parables; it’s the great joy. God’s seeks us out, and rejoices in finding us, that
is, finding the way to our hearts. Mercy brings joy.
We must always ask, “Who is not here?” And why? Could it be that they have not been invited?
Mercy invites. In a way words cannot, mercy invites.
This weekend we celebrate ministry and our call to ministry with our annual Ministry Fair. This is an
opportunity to learn more about the ways our parish serves the whole community. It is also a renewed
opportunity to consider your share in parish ministry. Spend some time with other members of our parish at
the Ministry Fair; it can do a lot of good – for yourself and for others.
By now, registered parishioners have also received a mailing from me on the comprehensive scope of
stewardship. Thank you in advance for taking the time to consider anew your Prayer, Ministry, and Sacrifice
as members of Saint Mary Catholic Community. Stewardship is how we live our faith as disciples. It is mercy.
Praise God for all your goodness, and thank you all for being part of the parish we are!
Father Richard
Pope’s Intentions for September
Universal: Centrality of the Human Person. That each may contribute to the common
good and to the building of a society that places the human person at the center.
Evangelization: Mission to Evangelize. That by participating in the Sacraments and
meditating on Scripture, Christians may become more aware of their mission to
evangelize.
Deb’s Reflection
During the summer I attended a workshop on “Addiction, Grace, and
Healing” at the University of Montana. It started with the book, Addiction and
Grace by the late Gerald May, a psychiatrist, spiritual director, and author. He
stated, “All people are addicts. Addictions to alcohol and other drugs are
simply more obvious and tragic addictions than others have. To be alive is to
be addicted, and to be alive and addicted is to stand in need of grace.’
Whether we’re talking about lawful or illicit drugs, alcohol, pornography, the Internet, gambling,
nicotine, caffeine, or countless other substances and behaviors, it’s very likely you know someone who has
struggled with a serious addiction. It’s possible that you have dealt with a serious addiction yourself. And if
we’re honest, we can all identify addictive patterns of behavior within ourselves.
Whatever the case may be, acknowledging and coming to terms with one’s own underlying brokenness
is the key to breaking the cycle of addiction and setting out on the path of healing. The last phrase of May’s
observation points the way. It is only when we acknowledge that we stand in need of grace that healing and
redemption become possible.
Grace is the most powerful force in the universe. It can transcend addiction and every other internal or external power
that seeks to oppress the freedom of the human heart. Grace is where our hope lies.
-Gerald May, MD
Dave Krainacker will be leading two Adult Ed series this fall.
The first session will be November 8, 15, and 22 in the Social Center
6:30-8 pm. This session will be on the topic of Revelation; utilizing the book The Book of
Revelation: Hope in the Midst of Persecution. Please bring your Bible to this session!
The second session will be December 6, 13, and 20 in the Social Center 6:30-8 pm.
This session will be on the topic the Incarnation; utilizing the book Jesus of Nazareth:
The Infancy Narratives by Pope Benedict XVI.
Both books are optional to buy. If you would like to purchase the books please contact Trinity,
or check online at Amazon.com. The parish will not be ordering books.
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK
Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time – September 13, 2015
Question for Children: What do think it means for you to follow in Jesus footsteps?
Question for Youth: Who do you say that Jesus is? Who is Jesus in your life?
Question for Adults: What is the cross that you carry today? How do you follow Jesus in the workplace
and at home?
Youth Ministry at Saint Mary
We need your help!
Volunteers are needed to help
with Middle School and High
School.
What are you doing on September 18?
Here’s a family youth ministry opportunity
The Office of Youth and Young Adult
Ministry (OYYAM) will sponsor a
kickball Tournament at Batch Field.
Teams must be ready by 10:00 a.m.
This may include helping with
Wednesday sessions, Diocesan
events, parish youth events and
other activities. If interested,
please call Deb or Dawn at the
parish office.
The kickball tournament will be a day
long tournament for parishes and families
to compete, laugh and celebrate
the joy of play!
Registrations need to be in to Dawn or
Deb by September 13th. All participants
must be 7 years or older by
the first game.
For questions, call Deb or Dawn at
442-5268; or go to dohyouth.org.
Confirmation prepartion will begin on
October 9, at 9:10-10:20
in St. Ann’s.
Requirements: Attend youth group
regularly and be a 10th grader or older.
Interested in current movie ratings and
reviews? Check out the USCCB—movie
reviews for up to the minute movies at
usccb.org.
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Registration will take place September 14
at 4:30-6:30, September 17-18,
following all Masses
LITURGICAL MINISTERS:
If you will be unavailable any time from the beginning of
October through January; get those dates to Eileen by
Monday, September 12th
Music Ministers: Starting dates for the new season is as
follows:
Living Stone Ensemble: This group uses a variety of instruments
and styles in leading our congregation in worship. Rehearsals
begin Tuesday, September 20th, 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. in the church.
Spirit & Song Choir: Three and four part choral singing is emphasized in this group.
Rehearsals begin Thurs., September 22nd, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in church.
Saint Gabriel Men’s Ensemble & Saint Cecelia Women’s Ensemble: These vocal groups meet
occasionally and sing approximately once every 6 weeks. Contact Eileen directly for rehearsal
information.
Joyful Noise Children’s Choir and Instruments: This group is for children in grades one
through eight who like to sing and might also like to play simple percussion instruments. They
lead music at mass once a month from November through May, including the Christmas Eve
5:30 liturgy. Rehearsals are 2-3 times a month on Sunday mornings in the Saint Ann’s Room or
Social Center. Rehearsals begin Sunday, October 9th, from 9:15 to 10:15.
Contact Eileen, the Director of Music for a complete list of
rehearsal and liturgy dates.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord and let
perpetual light shine upon them. Please
remember in your prayers those who have
died recently.
When a member of your family dies and the
funeral is somewhere other than Saint Mary, please call the
pastoral office so that we may remember them in the
Prayer of the Faithful.
RESURRECTION CEMETERY FALL CLEANUP
Please remove ALL DECORATIONS (including pinwheels,
statues, solar lights, stones) from your loved ones’ graves by
September 30. We will be doing our final cleanup, mowing and
winter preparation during the first two weeks of October.
Decorations may be replaced after October 15. Thank you for
your cooperation. Questions – 442-1782
Our annual basket auction is scheduled for the weekends
of
Proceeds from
the silent auction are used to purchase groceries for the
350+ Thanksgiving baskets given to area families in need.
If you feel ambitious and would like to donate a creation of your own, please feel
free to do so. We will acknowledge your handiwork! If you would like to sponsor
a basket (a $50 to $100 donation will cover the cost of a complete themed
basket) we will create one for you and include your name or business name as
sponsor on the basket. Call Gail at the office if either of these options appeal to
you! All items must be brought to the office no later than October 7th.
Thank you from John and Mary Lou Fischer
to Fr. Richard, Parish family, friends, and staff for
the prayers, phone calls, cards and best
wishes since John has been ill.
John has asked that prayers continue for him.
We will be having free blood
pressure Screenings September 17th and 18th
in St. Ann’s room, following each of the Masses.
a presentation by
Tobias Winright, Associate
Professor of Health Care Ethics, and
Associate Professor of Christian Ethics at
Saint Louis University
Thursday, September 29 at 7:00 PM
Carroll College – Lower
Campus Cube
Retrouvaille is for any couple who would
like to rediscover their marriage and
improve communication. Visit
retrouvailleMT.org for emotional
Montana testimonials. For confidential information or to register for the program in Billings,
September 23-25, 2016, call 800-470-2230;
406-761-4830; or email
RetroMT14@gmail.com.
The USCCB in conjunction with
Bishop Thomas have
authorized an
emergency collection for the flood
victims of Louisiana. As many as 60,000
homes are damaged and 20,000 people
have been rescued from the flood waters.
This is the worst flooding in the area
since Hurricane Katrina.
To make a contribute or
for more information
please visit:
catholiccharitiesusa.org/
or place a check pay able to the parish in
the collection basket,
with a note that it is
for flood relief or
Catholic
Charities USA.
Jubilee Garden Harvest for Food Share
All current gardeners and those willing to help please meet
Sunday, Sept. 11 at 1 p.m. to harvest and package produce for
Food Share. Gardeners will also discuss “putting your bed to rest.”
Please plan on coming.
For more contact Cliff Caughron, Garden Manager.
Win this 2016 Subaru
Outback!
Raffle tickets are $25,
$5 of each ticket sold goes
to our Youth Groups!
Tickets will be sold the weekends of: Sept.
17th & 18th, Sept. 24th & 25th, and
Oct. 1st and 2nd in the Gathering Space.
Grief Support Group
Begins Monday September 12, 2016, 6:00pm at Saint Mary Catholic Community.
All are welcome who have experienced the loss of a loved one. A grief support
group is a safe place to meet with others who are grieving. It is a place to share
your stories, your tears and your hopes. Whether your loss is recent, months or years you may benefit from the support
and sacred time with others on the same journey.
Facilitator: Helen Beausoleil, LCSW. Call the parish office for more information.
A Spiritual and Cultural Journey
to Rome and Southern Italy
with Saint Mary Catholic Community
led by Fr. Richard Francesco
12 days: February 6 to 17, 2017
Sorrento – Pompeii – Amalfi Coast – Capri –
Montecassino — Vatican Museums – Sistine Chapel
– Saint Peter’s Basilica
Coordinator: Dr. Jeanette Fregulia
Brochure available in the office or
www.GoCatholicTravel.com/Fegulia
A Disciples’ Stewardship: Prayer ~ Ministry ~ Sacrifice
The Nazareth Page—A gospel meditation for the home
September 11, 2016 – 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Luke 15:1-32
Did you ever notice that Jesus was considered a bit of a rebel in his time? He might not have used this
term but he surely wanted people to change and to expand their limited horizons. To do so, he often
went beyond the conventional ways (or limits) of his time. He was judged by some as a revolutionary
because he strongly was opposed to the self-serving use of political power so common back then.
Think about the example he used in this Sunday’s gospel. A shepherd lost one sheep from his herd of one
-hundred. At first, he appears short-sighted, maybe even a bit crazy in his response. Suppose that while
he looked for the lost sheep, the rest of his sheep took off for distant fields. That’s not the behaviour
of a very smart shepherd! Yet Jesus praised his action.
Like most of the stories told by Jesus, this story is really about God. First of all, it reminds us that God
knows and cares about each one of us. What if I was the lost sheep? Would God go out of the way to
retrieve me? The answer is clear. Absolutely yes, God would.
God loves each one of us, which makes God’s love a lot like that of a good parent. Each child (even if
there were a dozen) is loved and treasured, at least, most of the time. If one were lost, the parent would
drop everything and search for the missing child. Some say that good parents love in a crazy sort of way.
That’s true. So does God!
Jesus was criticized in that he “welcomed sinners and ate with them.” Most people back then advised
against welcoming “bad” people, and by all means, never eat with them. It might indicate that you like
them. Horrors!
Jesus often did the opposite of what “polite society” suggested. That was because he embodied the
loving ways of God. Just like a good parent, God desires to offer us, all of us, blessings rather than
curses.
Today, God’s way of mercy and forgiveness challenges us, especially during this Year of Mercy. This
might mean that we try to be receptive and kind to those we may not even like, our own lost sheep
David M. Thomas, PhD
A Disciple’s Stewardship — Prayer, Ministry, Sacrifice
Stewardship is a way of life rooted in faith that requires us to reflect on the gifts
entrusted to us by God and how we use them.
As praying stewards we pray publicly in the liturgy and privately in our homes.
As ministering stewards we assist the whole community with our labors.
As sacrificing stewards, we contribute financially to support the parish with a pledge.
Saint Mary Catholic Community is thankful to you and to all who have supported the parish in every way over the years.
Thank you for past pledges and for your consideration of a pledge this year. Our parish is dependent upon your support
and simply cannot exist without it. May the Lord continue to bless you and your loved ones as we continue to walk together
each day as fellow travelers in God’s kingdom.
Our parish is a supporter of a number
of outreach organizations in town,
including:
Catholic Social Services
442-4130
Guided by a commitment to
respect for life, CSSM serves the
varied needs of mothers, babies and children
by building and strengthening families in
Montana
Good Samaritan
Ministries: 442-0780
Supports family life in our
community and enhance human dignity with
services to meet the physical health, social,
emotional and spiritual needs of individuals
and families
God’s Love: 442-7000
Supports homeless in our community and
helps provide food and shelter
Friendship Center: 442-6800
September 2016
Mark your Calendars
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Supports victims of domestic violence
and/or sexual abuse with a broad range
of support at no charge
Helena Food Share:
443-3663
Creates a hunger free
community with emergency food boxes
monthly and weekly produce and breads
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Sept. 9-10: Diocesan Affirming the Culture of Life
Conference at the Civic Center.
Sept. 10-11: Ministry Fair and Café Mam ordering
weekend.
Sept. 12: RCIA Team Meeting, 5:30 pm in
St. Ann’s room.
Sept. 13: Grief Group begins Fall-Winter session,
meets in St. Ann’s room, 1 pm. Order of Christian
Funerals workshop in the Social Center, 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 14: Religious Ed registration in the
Gathering Space, 4:30-6 pm. Pastoral Council
meets in the office, 5:30 pm.
Sept. 15: Quilters meet in St. Ann’s room, 10 am.
1st Choir and Ensemble rehearsal in the Church,
6:30 pm.
Sept. 17-18: Blood pressure checks following
each Mass in St. Ann’s room; Last chance to register
for Religious Ed, in the Gathering Space
following the Masses. Son Light tickets sold
following each Mass. Food slips out.
Sept. 18: Catechists Blessing during the 10:30
Mass. Diocesan-wide kickball tournament at Batch
Fields.
Family Promise:
465-9467
Helps homeless and
low-income families achieve sustainable
independence through an interfaith network
of hospitality
Options Clinic: 422-1011
Guided by a commitment to
respect for life, Options offers a
wide range of health care services to men and
women free of charge.
(www.optionsfriends.org)
If the good work of any of these organizations
resonates with your desire to serve, please
feel free to contact them—and please mention
that you are from Saint Mary Catholic Community.
We Pray for all those serving in the Military
Richie McEwen
Robin Petkewich
Ed Eve, Jr
John Kelly
Matt Moreau
Marcus Peters
Jarod Gruber
Christopher Casne
Jackson Haddon
By the grace of God may peace reside in
every human heart and in all the world.
Andrew Welch
Natasha Walker
David Beatty
Andrew McGuffey
Nathan Mills
Jack Cotter
Joe Hubley
Please call
the office
to update.
“Adoption Experts”
Contact us at:
1301 11th Avenue * PO Box 907 * Helena,
Phone: 1-800-BABY DUE (222-9383) or (406) 442-4130
Email: Rosemary@cssmt.org
www.cssmt.org
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