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FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVEN1
April 18, 2021Saint Edward Church 531 Jordan Lake St.
Lake Odessa, MI 48849Pastor: Father Tom Brown
[email protected] Associate Pastor: Father Oscar
Londoño, mxyWebsite:
www.stedwardslakeodessa.orgOffice: 616.374.7253Fax: 616.374.1559
OFFICE HOURS:Mon., Wed., Fri. 8AM-2PM
Thurs.: 10:00 AM- 3:30 PMClosed on Tuesdays
MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday Vigil 6:00PM
Sunday 9:45 AM & 1:30PMWeekday Masses:
Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. 9:00AM
Thurs. 12:10PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation:Thursday 6:30PM-7:30PM
and by appointment
SACRED SCRIPTURE18 SUNDAY: THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER Acts 3:13-15, 17-19 Ps 4:2, 4, 7-9 1 Jn 2:1-5a Lk 24:35-48
19 MONDAY: Easter Weekday Acts 6:8-15, 17-19 Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30 Jn 6:22-29
20 TUESDAY: Easter Weekday Acts 7:51—8:1a Ps 31:3cd-4, 6,7b,8a,17 21ab Jn 6:30-35
21 WEDNESDAY: Easter Weekday: Saint Anselm, Bishop, Doctor of the Church Acts 8-1b-8 Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a Jn 6:35-40
22 THURSDAY: Easter Weekday Acts 8:26-40 Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20 Jn 6:52-59 23 FRIDAY: Easter Weekday: Saint George, Martyr; Saint Adalbert Bishop, Martyr Acts 8:26-40 Ps 66: 8-9, 16-17, 20 Jn 6:52-59
24 SATURDAY: Easter Weekday: Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, Priest, Martyr Acts 9:31-42 Ps 116: 12-17 Jn 6:60-69
25 SUNDAY: FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Acts 4:8-12 Ps 118: 1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 1Jn 3:1-2 Jn 10:11-18
Saint Edward Preschool
616-374-7253 ext.201
Council #14404 Greg Zuver, Grand Knight Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of the Month.
www.koopsfc.com
Chad Hickey DC7857 Velte Road Lake Odessa, Mi 48849P 616-3 74-7880 www.vikingchiropractic.comOffice Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 8:00A-12:00P Mon., Tues., & Thurs., 3:00P-8:00P Closed: Wed. & Sun.
Pray forthe
Unborn
Saint Edward Family Center741 Washington Blvd.
Lake Odessa, Mi 48849Available for rent (max. 330 People)
For Information call 616-374-7253 or EMAIL [email protected]
St. Edward Knights of Columbus
Virtue of the Month: Patience Patience, Prayer and Silence—these are what give strength to the soul. ---Saint Faustina
Saint Edward the Confessor Catholic Church
Koops Funeral ChapelKen TiddFuneral Director & Advance Funeral Planner616.374.8221 Main [email protected]
Connie Goble, Business Manager 616-374-7253
Dan Shields, BookkeeperDRE: Fredia Prysock
616-374-7253 ext. 202Hall Manager: Fredia Prysock
616-374-7253 ext. 201Prayer Chain: Gayle Peacock
616-374-8274
Pastoral Council: Diane Haskin, George Thelen, Mark Denda, Dee Manshum, Janice Fyan Financial Council: Andrew Snider, Adam Fyan, Robin Michalski, Jerry Tomandl, Allen Hamp, Diane Updyke
MISSION STATEMENTWe, St. Edward’s parish, joyfully experience life in Christ through the celebration of the sacraments and dedicate ourselves to faith formation. Our parish is devoted to inspiring youth to become active followers of Christ. We live to promote love within the church and community according to the Gospel.
THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER
THRID SUNDAY OF EASTER APRIL 18, 2021 THRID SUNDAY OF EASTER APRIL 18, 2021
MASS INTENTIONS AND MINISTERSSunday, April 18: 9:45 AM MASS Lisa Nelson 1:30 PM MASS +Jennifer Menefee by Grief GroupMonday, April 19: 9:00AM MASS All those St Edwards parishioners whose birthday is todayTuesday, April 20: 9:00AM MASS Steve & Connie Goble by Jerry & Diane Tomandl Wednesday, April 21: 9:00AM MASS + Marge Benson by Gayl & Marty KretovicThursday, April 22: 12:10 PM MASS Zenon Cardenas by Jerry & Diane TomandlFriday April 23: 9:00AM MASS +Austin Pohl by James Stebbins
Saturday, April 24: 6:00PM Vigil MASS+ Dana Traub by Alan Brodbeck Lector: John B.Sunday, April 25: 9:45 AM MASS + Jennifer Menefee by Marsh Stadel Lector: David B. 1:30 PM MASS Parish Lector: Mike S. ____________________________________________________PRAYERS FOR VOCATIONSGracious God, You sent Jesus to proclaim salvation to the world. Make us mindful of those who have not heard the Gospel and bless the efforts of all missionaries. May more of our sons and daughters seek and follow your call to discipleship. Amen.Alex PaizSt. John Vianney2115 Summit Ave. St. Paul Mn 55105________________________________________________
Why should I participate in mass if it’s not required? In many dioceses around the country, the obligation to attend Mass in person remains lifted while the pandemic lasts. Still, finding ways to celebrate the Eucharist- in person, if it can be done sagely or online- has spiritual benefits during difficult times. “Do this in memory of me” is the only direct order Jesus gave to His followers. That means God is the one who initiates this encounter with us. And when God asks us to do something, it is smart to do it. Sanctify the day. Participating in the Mass on Sunday still helps to fulfill the Third commandment obligation to keep holy the Sabbath day and sanctify the day. You’re a baptized person needed by your community. “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” (Mt. 10:20) We help worship God just by being there. You get “take out.” The homily gives the Gospel relevance to our lives. Then we have something to act on in the coming week.
Faith Formation resumes Sunday, April 11. We are all looking forward to gather and share the Catholic faith with the children and youth of the parish. Masks are required. Please call Fredia if you have any questions (374-7253). _____________________________________________________ PLEASE PRAY for Randy Armstrong and Lisa Nelson.Cards and letters can be mailed to Lisa at 11148 Vermontville Hwy, Vermontville, Mi 49096_____________________________________________________Grief Support Group will not meet in April and will meet on May 6th (the first Thursday) at 12:45 in the family center library. If you would like information call Marsha @269-367-4403._____________________________________________________St. Edward’s Preschool Open Enrollment for 2021-22Our preschool is now enrolling students in our3- and 4-year-old programs for the 2021-22 school years. If you would like more informationplease contact us at 616-374-7253.___________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________ 2021 ScholarshipThe St. Edwards’s Scholarship was established several years ago in memory of Virginia Crockford and Mary Bippley. An Initial scholarship in the amount of $1,000 can be awarded to high school graduating seniors who regularly participated in religious education and regularly attend Mass at St Edwards. A scholarship in the amount of $500 can also be awarded to those who received the initial scholarship and are now in college and continue to practice their Catholic faith. Applications are available through the parish office. Deadline for applications is April 30, 2021._____________________________________________________St. Edwards High School Seniors: We as a parish are proud of your accomplishments during these past years. We would love to hear what your plans are for the future. Please take a moment to write a short biography to be printed in the bulletin. Tell us about your family, your interests and accomplishments during the school years & your future plans and dreams. Please enclose a wallet size picture- keeping in mind that a light background will copy best. Deadline April 30, 2021._____________________________________________________Are you discerning the priesthood?‘Exploring the Priesthood’ is a discernment opportunity sponsored by the diocesan Office of Priestly Vocations. Time for prayer and reflection will be held monthly for young men (ages 16 – 35) to discern God’s will for their lives. This year’s discernment opportunities will be offered on the following Sundays at noon: April 18, and May 16. If you are interested in joining these events, please email Pattie Reynolds in the Office of Priestly Vocations at [email protected].
Your weekly offering envelopes can be dropped off at the office (or placed in the locked black mail box beside the office door) or sent through the mail to: St. Edward Church 531 Jordan Lake St.
Lake Odessa, Mi, 48849 Thank you for your continued support of the church_____________________________________________________Finance Meeting: The Finance Meeting for April has been rescheduled for May 10 at 6:30PM. _____________________________________________________
This week, you will receive a letter from Bishop Walkowiak asking you to make your commitment to support the work of our diocesan programs and ministries through the
Catholic Services Appeal. These are ministries which benefit us all but are difficult for anyone parish to provide on its own. Your gift to the CSA enables the Catholic Church to reach out to people in our 11 counties in a variety of ways, including through formation of our seminarians; youth programming; support for the homebound and incarcerated; families who are struggling; the hungry, and the homeless. Through the CSA, we all work together to care for the Church by sharing the gifts God has granted us. Our parish goal for 2021 is $27,388 and 100% participation, which means a pledge card from every parish family. Please join us as we work to continue God’s work of spirituality, charity, and education.
I am confident that your generosity will enable us to exceed our goal, but everyone’s participation is needed. Keep in mind that any amount raised above our goal stays in this parish. Thank you for doing your part for this important annual appeal.
_____________________________________________________The Knights of Columbus are continuing the can drive to benefit those in need in our community. If you have aluminum cans (returnable or non-returnable), returnable plastic or glass bottles, you can drop them off at
the trailer in the parking lot South of the Family Center. If the trailer isn't open, you can place them in one of the trash cans at the rear of the trailer. We are still collecting through May. Thank You for your support!
_________________________________________________World Day of Prayer - Will be observed on Sunday, April 25, 2021 also known as "Good Shepherd Sunday." The purpose of this day is to publicly fulfill the Lord's instruction to, "Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest" (Mt 9:38; Lk 10:2). Please pray that young men and women hear and respond generously to the Lord's call to the priesthood, diaconate, life, societies of apostolic life or secular institutes._____________________________________________________WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER EXPERIENCEEver thought about making a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend, but can't seem to find the time? The 3 RE is all the content of a weekend presented in weekly sessions over a 7-week period. This spring, grow your marriage and your faith by attending the Virtual 3RE (Restore Rekindle, Renew)! Apply today at wwme.org and put Michigan in the search bar. For questions, contact Terry & Cathy Hirsch at 888-322-9963.
On this Third Sunday of Easter, we again have Jesus appearing to his disciples, working to convince them that he has indeed risen from the dead. “Why are you troubled?” he asked them. “And why do questions arise in your hearts? Look at my hands and my feet, that it is I myself. Touch me and see, because a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you can see, I have.” Jesus spent a lot of time convincing them that he was alive and then that they had a mission to perform. To go out to the entire world and convince them of the good news. He is alive. He is risen. We are to believe. We are to announce this good news to the whole world.
This remains true to this day. We still have a huge task. There are roughly 8 billion people in the world. Only 2.4 billion are Christian. This leaves 5.6 billion that either don’t know about Jesus Christ or they reject him. In addition, there are many Christians who do not deem him important in their daily lives. Many will insist it is our belief but not theirs.
While we hold it is indeed our belief, we insist it is much more. Jesus Christ’s Resurrection is a real event. It is historically verified, testified in the Bible and part of our living Tradition. The resurrection of Jesus, which happened in the early hours of Sunday morning, is a fact which all the evangelists state clearly and unequivocally. Some holy women discover to their surprise that the tomb is open. On entering, they see an angel who says, “He is not here. He has risen as he said.” The guards who were on duty report what happened to the chief priests. Because of the urgency of the matter, they decide to bribe the guards to spread the word that his disciples came during the night and stole the body of Jesus while they were asleep. “Wretched craftiness,” says St. Augustine, “do you give us witnesses who were asleep? It is you who were asleep if this is the only kind of explanation you have to offer!”
His resurrection is one of our basic dogmas. St. Paul insists, “If Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain.” But he IS raised. St. Paul adds, “he appeared to Cephas (Peter), then to the rest of the Apostles and then to more than 500 brethren.” The creeds state that Jesus rose from the dead on the third day, by his own power, by a true resurrection of the flesh, reuniting his soul with his body, and that this fact of the resurrection is historically proven. His resurrection was a glorious resurrection, attaining the full development of human life. He is immortal, freed from all the limitations of space and time. Christ’s body now shares in the glory which his soul had from the beginning. Here lies the unique nature of the historical fact of his resurrection. His resurrection, believed by those who heard, was necessary for our resurrection. For Jesus Christ through his death freed us from our sins. He restored to us all that we had lost by sin and opened for us the gates of eternal life.
Eternal life! This is his gift for us if we believe it and live it. No wonder St. Paul calls him “the man from heaven!” Eternal life! What on earth could possibly be more important this?
God bless you!
Father Tom
Faith Formation Sunday
11:00AM to 12:30PM
To the people of St. Ed’s!Thanks so much for the nice Easter cards, well wishes.Thanks & God BlessRandy
