Because you matter to us....welcome

Holy Spirit Catholic Community
Welcome To Our Celebration!
“Because you matter to us....welcome”
May 16, 2010 Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Parish Calendar
Charity—Joy—Peace—Patience—Kindness—Goodness—Generosity—Gentleness—Faithfulness—Modesty—Self Control—Chastity.
May 16th
Solemnity of the Ascension of the
Lord
St. James Nurses Alumni Mass
9:00 AM
Sometimes you
just got to bust
out into the
aisle...to see what
really going on.
May 23rd
Pentecost Sunday
The “Bus” is back!
May 18th
Pastoral Council Meeting
7:00 PM
May 31st
Memorial Day
Office Closed
June 7th
―We Deliver‖ Sack Lunches for the
Homeless 9:30 AM
June 13th
Children‘s Choir ―Folk Mass‖
Congratulations!
To Grace Marie Luoma and Nicholas Steilman on making their First Holy
Communion last Sunday at the 9:00 AM Mass
June 20th
Father‘s Day
June 27th
Class of ―55‖ Reunion Mass
9:00 AM
Thank You!
To our wonderful children‘s choir for your musical gifts last Sunday at the
11:00 AM Mass
Ministry Schedule
May 22-23- 2010
Charity—Joy—Peace—Patience—Kindness—Goodness—Generosity—Gentleness—Faithfulness—Modesty—Self Control—Chastity.
Greeters 4:30 PM-Peggy Walsh, Martha Simonich
9:00 AM-Pat Keeley, Lee Walsh
11:00 AM-Barb Mattioli, Mikayla Lewis
Lectors
4:30 PM-Tim McLean, Vince Fischer
9:00 AM-Leonard Haxby, Julie Hart
11:00 AM-Logan Shrader, Harold Bowman
Eucharistic Ministers:
4:30 PM-PM-Helen Steele, Judy Belknap, Tim Merritt, Clarice
Richardson, Arlene McLean; 9:00 AM-Mary/Matt Crowe, Gene/
Renee Ashby, Beckie Hoffmann; 11:00 AM– Carole Zinnie,
Briene Marinovich, Francine Coombe, Jacqui LeCoure Dinius,
Sister Paula Tweet
Altar Servers: 4:30 PM-Mario Uggetti, Peggy Axtell
9:00 AM-Zach Hart; 11:00 AM-Bryan Arnold, Frank Dwyer
Hostesses:
Set-up: Mary Kay Craig
Clean-up: George Waring
Fr. Bill’s Corner
The history of ‗Aprons‘
I don‘t think our kids know what an apron is. The principal use
of Grandma‘s apron was to protect the dress underneath, because
she only had a few. It was easier to wash aprons than dresses and
they used less material, but along with that, it served as a potholder for removing hot pans from the oven.
It was wonderful for drying children‘s tears, and on occasion,
was even used for cleaning out dirty ears. From the chicken
coop, the apron was used for carrying eggs, fussy chicks, and
sometimes half-hatched eggs to be finished in the warming oven.
When company came, those aprons were ideal hiding places for
shy kids. And when the weather was cold, Grandma wrapped it
around her arms. Those big old aprons wiped many a perspiring
brow as she bent over the hot wood stove.
Chips and kindling wood were brought into the kitchen in that
apron. From the garden, it carried all sorts of vegetables. After
the peas had been shelled, it carried out the hulls. In the fall, the
apron was used to bring in apples that had fallen from the trees.
When unexpected company drove up the road, it was surprising
how much furniture that old apron could dust in a matter of seconds. When dinner was ready, Grandma walked out onto the
porch, waved her apron, and the menfolk knew it was time to
come in from the fields to dinner.
It will be a long time before someone invents something that will
replace that ‗old-time apron‘ that served so many purposes.
Send this to those who would know (and love) the story about
Grandma‘s aprons.
REMEMBER:
Grandma used to set her hot baked apple pies on the window sill
to cool. Her granddaughters set theirs on the window sill to
thaw. Some people would go crazy now trying to figure out how
many germs were on that apron. I don‘t think I ever caught any-
Potted Plants Needed
Our environment committee is asking folks to bring
―potted‖ red or white plants to be used for the
Pentecost environment...you may drop them off at
the parish office or at the church before May 20th.
Thank you!
Come Journey With Us Accomplishments
As students prepare for graduation the thoughts and feelings
have to be pride and a validation of hard work and dreams accomplished. Two generations back, we know that many people did not
graduate from high school…much less college. So many of us
could share stories about relatives who used the Farmer‘s Almanac
as their living guide for their existence. Simple lives and tender
hearts bonded them to a community of teachers and students. The
Bible and fellowship gave them an added strength. Some of the
stories that were shared seem gruesome at times…especially the
long walk to school and back (uphill both ways) and the weather
they had to endure. They were tough people and inspired to make
the most of their lives by discovering what their gifts were. Their
―graduation‖ was often marked by the kind of beautiful crops they
had or the huge ranches they owned. Every walk of life had the
same struggles trying to make a difference and be responsible for
their actions. The same is true today. The picture might be more
abstract than the one we have in mind of two generations ago, but
the theme through all of humanity is to make a difference. When
we were little, our young tender years were filled with diploma
moments. Fresh picked flowers for Mom and sitting on her lap being rocked and comforted were signs of bonding and learning. Experiencing sadness through loss gave a view of a much larger picture of the world. We learned from all of the teachers and the emotion and wisdom that they had .As we walked the path through education we learned first and foremost that we belonged there…even
when we were afraid to begin the learning process. We still remember the first day of school. When our own children go through that
same process, we tell them they are going to be fine as we turn to
leave the classroom and tears fill our eyes. How are we going to
survive this? Another diploma moment has come and passes
quickly. Children learn in different styles. Some are excited about
everything they learn. Some find that education can be an overload
on their nervous system and why do they need to learn about geography or science? (We don‘t plan on going anywhere…and I don‘t
need to know anything about the speed of light or photosynthesis).
As we watch the spring unfold we get the bonus of seeing our
young people return from college and we celebrate their joy of living. It all happens in an instant …from the first day of school to the
moment they walk out the door to another learning experience. Diplomas are everywhere. They are given to us at the times we think
we are too weary to keep up the energy and the joy of learning. Our
son, Jared once said as we passed by Holy Spirit Parish (which was
in the basement at that time), ―Did we graduate from that church?‖
A reminder to us that we always continue our search for God and
that sometimes it feels like we are walking a great distance to and
from the places we find Him…and sometimes it seems like it‘s
uphill both ways. God is not grading us on how much we retain
and memorize. Love is the course in life and we expand it every
day by the gift of loving ourselves and passing it on. Mathematics
really is important. It teaches us ―wherever two or more are gathered in my name…there am I‖. Multiply and replenish the earth.
Science is equally important. We know how to increase energy and
communicate in a variety of ways. And there‘s that thing about
Geography. We have brothers and sisters. As technology advances,
we are able to physically see our family throughout the world without leaving our seat. How about Literature? We tell our history
through our stories. If you had a diploma for everything you have
strived for in your life you wouldn‘t have a place large enough to
display them. Perhaps they come in the form of other people. Our
relationships are a sign of accomplishment. We are the alumni of
life. Congratulations on a job well done and on to the next lesson.
Deacon Dan and Carol
Looking for a Summer Time Ministry?
Charity—Joy—Peace—Patience—Kindness—Goodness—Generosity—Gentleness—Faithfulness—Modesty—Self Control—Chastity.
How about Adopt A Flower Bed or Flower Pot?
We are looking for individuals or families who
would be willing to plant and take care of the parish
flower beds and pots during the summer. Responsibilities would include: planting flowers, weeding and watering.
(Use the parish green house to start your plants). Flower beds
are located on islands in parking lot, in front of the parish sign
and around trees. (see map at sign-up table). Pots are located at
the front doors of the church. (see map at sign up table). Sign up
in the commons by the south doors. First come...first served.
Thanks!
Parish Office
3930 East Lake, Butte, MT 59701
406-494-5078-Fax 406-494-5726
holyspirit@theglobal.net
www.holyspiritbutte.com
Office Hr‘s M-Thru. 9AM-3PM
Fr. 10AM-2PM
Pastoral Administrator
Deacon Dan McGrath
H-406-494-8246 Cell 406-593-1040
dmcgrath@diocesehelena.org
Canonical Pastor
Fr, Tom Haffey-723-4303
Sacramental Minister Fr. Bill Dornbos
782-2848
Office Secretary
Margy Shea-494-5078
mshea@theglobal.net
Pastoral Care
Contact Deacon Dan
Music Coordinator
Rene Crosby
782-1995/498-3885
rcrosby@theglobal.net
Youth Ministry/Confirmation
Coordinators
Deacon Dan
494-2362
R.C.I. A. Coordinators
Doug & Marilyn Cameron-494-8080
Parish Nurse
Renee Ashby-494-3295
Finance Council Chairman
Gary Harrington-723-6066
Building & Maintenance
Mike Lewis
Preparation For Infant Baptism
Coordinators John & Mollie Keeley
782-0329
Preparation for The Sacraments 1st
Communion/1st Reconciliation
3rd Sunday of each month.
Marriage
Contact Parish Office
Parish Green House Open for Business.
The parish greenhouse committee would like to invite
anyone who is interested in planting flowers or vegetables in our parish greenhouse to feel free to at anytime.
You would be responsible for watering and care. The
water will be turned on as soon as weather permits. In the mean
time, feel free to get your hands dirty and invite your friends
and family to enjoy our greenhouse as well. The greenhouse is
Family Connection
Any family that has tried to sit down to a family dinner located on the north side of the church just east of the garage.
or packed the car for a trip has heard children argue at
Nurses Corner The Tiny Salt Cutback that dtops
least once about who should sit where. To sit next to
strokes...You may only need to cut a mere half teaspoon
someone, especially if that person is important, is to have a place
of salt from your diet to see a benefit to your heart and
of honor. Jesus has this place of honor, seated now at the right
brain. In a dramatic new study, researchers estimate that
hand of the Father (as we say in the Nicene Creed and the Aposcutting out just 3 grams a day (about half a teaspoon of salt) could
tles' Creed), but there's more to this metaphor than where Jesus
sits in relation to God. To be in the place of honor is also to be in prevent up to 99,000 heart attacks and 66,000 strokes a year. Una place of power. Knowing people in powerful places can be very seen Sodium…So what's half a teaspoon? It's the amount most of
helpful. Children remind us of this each time we are called upon us probably put in our pasta water. Still, it's unlikely that your
to referee a conflict. Jesus, honored now at God's right hand, is pasta water is putting you over the limit. Research suggests we get
up to 75 percent of our daily salt intake from processed foods and
a powerful ally for us.
restaurant meals. In fact, processed and packaged foods have so
As you gather as a family, recall a time when there was a discussion, or perhaps even an argument, about where people were much sodium that most of us end up eating 8 to 11 grams of salt a
going to sit. Talk about why it might be important to a person to day -- more than twice what's recommended.
sit in a particular place. Mention that in this Sunday's Gospel we
This Week in the Parish
learn about Jesus' place in heaven. Read together Luke 24:46-53.
Monday:
Mass
@
9:00
AM
Talk about how in the Creed we describe Jesus' place in heaven
Tuesday:
—Adoration
7:00
-noon Mass @ 1:30 PM-Vintage Suites
as ―seated at the right hand of the Father.‖ Discuss what we
Wednesday: Mass @ 9:00 AM
might learn about the relationship between God and Jesus from
Thursday: Mass @ 1:30 PM-Butte Care & Rehab Center
today's Gospel and from the Creed and what we can learn about
Friday: Mass @Big Sky at 11:00 AM
Jesus' relationship to us. Observe that one of the things we learn
Saturday: Mass @ 4:30 PM
is that Jesus continues to help us from this place of honor in
Pentecost Sunday : Mass @ 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM
heaven. Pray together the Apostles' Creed.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and
earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was
conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin
Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and
was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he arose
again.He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand
of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the
dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the
communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of
the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Sanctuary Candle is lighted for:
In Memory of Jim Phillips Senior, Patty Mitchell, Emily
Stearns and Frank Wodnik ...by the parish.
5-9-10
Stewardship A Christian Lifestyle:
Regular Offertory: $3,763
Special Needs: $265
Building & Maintenance:$209
Note: A parish financial statement is available for
review at the parish office
723-3221
Gary V. Staudinger
Certified Public Accountant
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Jeremy Hoscheid
Personal and Business
Financial Planning
Financial Statements
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20 N. Main
Butte, MT
406.782.5212-ph
405.782.5345-fax
406.498.3928-cell
jhoscheid@mwfbi.com
Income Tax Returns
Payroll Services
782-2653
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Ministry Schedule
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Greeters 4:30-Del
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9:00 AM-Michele Brennick, Lee Walsh
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Lectors 4:30 PM-Shari
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Fax: 406-494-7676
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11:00 AM-Sister Paula
Tweet, Ethan Shrader
Eucharistic Ministers:
4:30 PM–Judy Belknap,
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