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Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4 pm; Closed for lunch 12-1pm
Parish Office: (402) 731-3176 MASS SCHEDULE Tuesday, Thursday: 7:00am PARISH PERSONNEL Saturday: 5:00pm
Pastor: Rev. William E. Sanderson Sunday: 7:30 am and 10 am Secretary: Carrie Kaczmarek [email protected]
TRUSTEES: John Martinez and Maintenance: Jeff Belling Jerry Koraleski
Director of Rel. Ed: Mitzi Taylor PARISH COUNCIL (402) 731-5174 President: Tony Widhalm Vice-President: Mike Philbrick Athletic Director: Chad Gann Secretary: Lacey Merica (402) 953-6950 [email protected] Diane Quaiver, Heather Slizoski, Gina Childers, Mike Brewer, DEACON COUPLES Michaela Drewel Tom & Kathy Schulte: (402) 731-3599 Paul & Jackie Eubanks: (402) 932-8533 Al & Terri Aulner: (402) 734-4557
January 7 & 8, 2017 The Epiphany of the Lord
HOLY GHOST
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ST. STANISLAUS 4 002 J ST. • OM AHA , N EBR A SK A 68107
Parish Office: (402) 731-4152 Parish Hall: (402) 731-7403 Fax Number: (402) 731-4389 Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Closed for lunch 12-1 pm
FROM THE PASTOR Pastor’s Desk January 8, 2017 The Epiphany of Our Lord: The traditional date for the Epiphany is January 6, the twelfth day of Christmas. In the Eastern rites of the Church it is celebrated with as much solemnity as the Nativity of our Lord in the Western rites. The focus is on the Magi, the wise men who traveled from the East, following a star, to find the newborn king of the Jews. The Epiphany celebrates the universality of Christ’s message, the truth that the Lord is born for Jews and Gentiles alike. All those who seek the Lord are guided in faith to the place where Christ is born in their lives. If we walk by the light of Christ, we will experience “epiphany moments,” sudden insights into God’s plan or revelation of God’s presence in our world. In the eyes of the world the Magi looked like fools. They traveled for months or even longer in following a star. How foolish it must have seemed to give “gold, frankincense, and myrrh” to a baby! How foolish and even strange to give myrrh, an anointing balm for the dead, to anyone except to someone about to die! In the eyes of the world these men appeared to be foolish. St. Paul tells us that only fools for Christ are wise (see 1 Corinthians 3:18; 4:10). So, to be wise, we must not care about looking wise, being popular, being accepted, making money and being successful. To be wise, we must be willing to suffer ridicule, rejection, persecution and pain. Wisdom is available for the asking (as we read in the Letter of St. James 1:5. But who will love Him enough to ask for it? Consequently, no one wants to be wise except those who love Jesus so much they
Your Fish Fry Dollars at Work: A few weeks back new carpet, stair treads and cove molding appeared in the southeast entrance and stairwell at Holy Ghost Church. It really improves the appearance and brightens it up. Thanks to the Men’s Club for covering the expense. In the weeks ahead the other two stairwells will be updated as well. Archbishop’s Annual Appeal: The latest information available to me shows that 81 donors from St. Stanislaus have pledged $13,306 (65%) of the goal of $20,433. 91 donors from Holy Ghost have pledged $10,440 (87.3%) of the goal of $11,965). Please prayerfully consider a contribution to help us reach our goal if you have not already done so. Thinking Ahead: By making a planned gift to our parish endowment, you will be providing perpetual financial support. It is a wonderful way to demonstrate your stewardship and pass on your faith and love for the Church. Contact Ron Worthington, Estate Planning Officer in the Archdiocese of Omaha, at (402) 557-5650 Ext. 1901, to learn more. Your faith is worth passing on. Both Holy Ghost and St. Stanislaus have recently been remembered by former parishioners who took the time to make a gift like this in their wills. Have you?
Stewardship Reflection: January 8, 2017 The Epiphany of Our Lord “Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Matthew 2:11
The image of the Magi kneeling before the infant Jesus and opening their treasure chests for Him is an image that we should all try to follow all year long. In gratitude for all that we have been given, we are called to generously share all of our gifts, not just the ones we pick and choose. God wants us to be the most generous with that one thing that means the most to us.
Word of Life—Sunday, January 8, 2017 “To be actively pro-life is to contribute to the renewal of society through the pronation of the common good. It is impossible to further the common good without acknowledging and defending the right to life., upon which all the other inalienable rights of individuals are founded and from which they develop.” Pope Saint John Paul II, Evangelium vitae, 101.
Yes, I would like to become a member of: St. Stanislaus Holy Ghost
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Please drop in the collection basket.
REFLECTION
Fr. Sanderson
Open House at
St. Stanislaus Rectory
Sunday, January 8th
2:00—4:00 pm
Come and see the newly refurbished first floor.
Light Refreshments in the Social Hall provided by the Ladies Guild.
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Religious Education (C.C.D.)
Classes will resume Wednesday,
January 11th.
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Thank You’s have been received from our Shut-In Parishioners… We have received many thank-you notes and calls from our shut-in parishioners. These men and women are so very grateful to be remembered with a gift bag from our Parish Angel Tree Program. Thanks to all who generously provided gift bags to one or more of our shut-in’s. God bless you for caring and for your kindness to these parishioners. Please keep our shut-in parishioners in your prayers throughout the entire year!
Thanks!!! LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK Today's feast of the Epiphany reminds us that Jesus came into the world for all, not just a select group of people. Into all nations a light has come and today we reflect on the wonderful gift Jesus gives us in light. If we journey with him, there is always hope and the darkness of confusion, ignorance, sin, and even death is dispelled. God is with us and knows every aspect of what it means to be truly human. A Blessing for the New Year Remember us, O God; from age to age be our comforter. You have given us the wonder of time, blessings in days and nights, seasons and years. Bless Your children at the turning of the year and fill the months ahead with the bright hope that is ours in the coming of Christ. You are our God, living and reigning, for ever and ever. Amen. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
If you pause to THINK,
ST. STANISLAUS
COMMUNITY NEWS
PARISH PERSONNEL Pastor: Rev. William E. Sanderson Deacons: Rev. Mr. Daniel Saniuk Rev. Mr. James Staroski Secretary: Mrs. Kathy Mahoney Maintenance: Mr. Mark Dasovic
MASS SCHEDULE Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 8:00 am Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 am and 10:30 am Please contact the Rectory Secretary during business hours to schedule Masses for your loved ones or for your own intention. CONFESSIONS: Saturday from 4:00 pm—4:45 pm or call the rectory for an appointment. BAPTISMS & MARRIAGES Please call Rectory for appointment. ST. STANISLAUS PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: We the people of St. Stanislaus Parish, pledge to remain a cornerstone of Catholic faith in South Omaha by sharing the responsibility for implementing the vision of Jesus and for passing it on to our children and theirs.
If you are moving or have changed your phone number please remember to call the parish office and let us know so that we may update our records. Thank you!
Catholic High School Entrance Exams are all on January 14,
2017 at 8:00 am at the following High Schools. Please register
by contacting the representative at each school listed below.
—Creighton Prep-Email Josh at [email protected]
—Mercy-Email Anne at [email protected]
—Skutt-Email Tim at [email protected]
—Roncalli-Email T.J. at [email protected]
—Gross Catholic—Email Michala at [email protected]
—Mt. Michael-Email John at [email protected]
—Duchesne—Email Lauren at [email protected]
—Marian—Email Molly at [email protected]
Celebration of Life Dinner– Sat., Jan. 14th at Scott Conference
Center at 64th & Pine Street. Keynote Speaker will be Kristan
Gray author of “No One Could Know”. She will speak about her
abortion experience on her birthday. Social at 6 pm; Dinner
following. Tickets $45 each or $450 for a table of 10.
Call 402-399-0299 at Nebraskans United for Life.
Mercy High is accepting applications for Freshman, Jr. Varsity and Head Varsity Volleyball Coaches...if interested: contact [email protected]
Let us also remember in our prayers the following that are in care centers, homebound or need healing:
The following members of our Parish, or loved ones of our Parishioners are now or recently have been in the hospital. May our Lord grant them a speedy recovery and return them to their families in perfect health:
Please also pray for our loved ones who are currently serving our Country:
HOLY GHOST NEWS
Many thanks to all the faithful contributors to the funeral
luncheons, your help is deeply appreciated!
To all the ladies of St. Gerald’s Guild, your time and labor
is invaluable.
God bless you all—Grace Pohl
Religious Education classes resume this Wednesday,
January 11th.
Please continue to send in your Family Fare receipts.
We do need the entire receipt not just the section with
the reward amount on it. Thank you for your support of
this fundraiser.
Save these dates... Chicken Dinner on Friday, Jan. 20th And Cinnamon
Roll Sunday on Sunday, Jan. 22nd.
LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK
Today's feast of the Epiphany reminds us that Jesus came
into the world for all, not just a select group of people. Into
all nations a light has come and today we reflect on the
wonderful gift Jesus gives us in light. If we journey with him,
there is always hope and the darkness of confusion,
ignorance, sin, and even death is dispelled. God is with us
and knows every aspect of what it means to be truly human.
Christmas Floral Fund Continued:
In Memory of: Donor:
Don Tylkowski, Lois Conrad, Brenda Tylkowski
Charlotte Vinson, Fran McLaughlin,
Kit Stanesick, Evelyn & Cecil Watkins,
Daisy & Laddie Tylkowski,
Marian Nekuda, Rita Dworak.
Erma & Jerry Shavlik Emanuel Shavlik
Carole Drewel Brian & Michaela
Drewel
Robert & Ann Kempnich Andy & Heather
Leonard Slizoski, Gary Novak Slizoski
Wieneke & Leas Families Bernie & Frances
Wieneke
Ryba & Pohl Families Grace Pohl
Rick Becerra Annette Beetham Judy Budka Jean Buechler Drew Callahan John Casey Joe Conrad
Patty Dworak John Farrell Grant Flott Jacob Fraser Betty Gentile Kim Hall Marian Hannan
Debra Iwanski Sophie Johnson Sally Krance Bernie Krawczyk Joyce Lacroix Mary Lampe Joanne Leutzinger
Mary Makara Dorlene Marode Darlene McKinley Janet Nicholas Margaret Nicola Marjorie Niedbaski Thelma Padilla
Marie Pallas Larry Petersen John Skocpol Shirley Stodolka Jane Swatkowski Richard Van Sant Mari Ann Wilke
Joann Winkler
Liz Zyla
Lenny Arenas V. Jacob Aulner Michael Aulner Michael J. Baker Robert Blume
Nick Burton Sean Byers Ty Campbell Dane Flott Stephen Gonifas
Tim Gouger Greg Graham Jesse Gustafson Daniel Homan Suzie Homan
Kevin Kersey Nick Lokamas Allen M. Novotny Lexi Oropeza Mike Pihlgren
Tyler Pofahl Timothy Robertson Gary Smith Becky & Zach Spurgeon Joseph M. Vickers
Jim White
Steve Belmudez (brother of Kathy Mentzer, uncle of Michael Balkus) Brent Bertrand Robert Broich Phil Busch (Brother of Norita Byrne)
Carol Cheloha Ann Fitzgerald Larry Hahn Donna Hansen Cheryl Koziel (daughter of Jackie Peroutka) George Kurmel
Cookie Lane Joyce Pace (sister of Kathy Mentzer) Patty Randone Maxine Riskowski Oliver Albert Smith Lucy Stuczynski James Sykora
Taylor Tylkowski Evelyn Vogler Danny Watkins (brother of Brenda Tylkowski)
HOLY GHOST ST. STANISLAUS
LITURGICAL ROLES
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Saturday, Jan. 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 8:00 am 10:30 am
M. Hoehn & F. Naujokaitis
John & Barb Lenagh
Bob Adam & F. Frodyma
Lectors
Saturday, Jan. 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 8:00 am 10:30 am
Tony Hoehn
Mike Miller
William Larson
Mass Servers
Saturday, Jan . 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 8:00 am 10:30 am
N. & A. Podkovich
T. & G. Harvat
S. Baratta & R. Culhane
MASSES THIS WEEK Saturday, January 7, 2017 5:00 pm † Mary Ann Dusek Sunday, January 8, 2017 8:00 am † Barbara & Larry Zakrzewski
10:30 am For the People of St. Stan’s & Holy Ghost
Monday, January 9, 2017 8:00 am † David Placzek, Anniversary
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 8:00 am † Bernard Wulff, Anniversary
Friday, † January 13, 2017 8:00 am The Poor Souls
Saturday, January 14, 2017 5:00 pm † Kappi Smith Sunday, † January 15, 2017
8:00 am † Tom Nieto
10:30 am † John & Virginia Maliszewski
MASSES THIS WEEK
Saturday, January 7, 2017
5:00 pm † †
Judith Tomaszkiewicz—L. & S. Kawa Dr. Everett Sanderson— Fr. William E. Sanderson
Sunday, January 8, 2017 7:30 am † Ronald Cisar—The Women’s Club
10:00 am † Deacon Andy Sommer-Family & Friends
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
7:00 am † Bernyce Paltani—Elaine Knihal
Thursday, January 12, 2017
7:00 am † Ed Torczon—Darlene Torczon
Saturday, January 14, 2017 5:00 pm † Richard Barrett—Mary A. Barrett
Sunday, January 15, 2017
7:30 am † Vera Halac—Betty Gentile
10:00 am † Margaret Sykora—Kathy Fox
WEEKLY COLLECTION—1/1/17
ADULTS…………………………………... $ 5,773.00
PLATE…………………………………… $ 277.00
FUEL …...……..….……………………….. $ 135.00
CHRISTMAS……………………………… $ 775.00
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS………………... $ 225.00
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS………………… $ 15.00
RELIGIOUS PENSION FUND ….………….. $ 5.00
SEMINARY FUND ………....…..………… SOLEMNITY OF MARY ……………………
$ $
10.00 1,268.00
WEEKLY OFFERINGS— FROM DECEMBER 25, 2016
Weekly Needs: $ 4,125.00 Collection 12/25: $ 7,454.00 YTD Needs: $ 107,250.00 YTD Offering: $ 114,136.00 Overage: $ 6,886.00
LITURGICAL ROLES
Sacristan Saturday, Jan. 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 7:30 am 10:00 am
Terri Ulner Kathy Schulte R. & G. Sempek
Lector Saturday, Jan. 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 7:30 am 10:00 am
Mary Partusch Tom Sobczyk Janet Kurmel
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Saturday, Jan. 14
Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm
7:30 am
10:00 am
J. May/ P. Milobar, K. Partusch/ M. Townley
J. Belling/J. Sobczyk/MA White
S. Huckins/C. Kaczmarek/ D. Steffensmeier/L. Wagman
Altar Servers Saturday, Jan. 14
Sunday, Jan. 15 5:00 pm
7:30 am 10:00 am
A. & Z. Baber/T. Hunziker
Rich Hood
T. Cunningham/Z. Huckins/ J. Kaczmarek
Gift Bearer Saturday, Jan. 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 7:30 am 10:00 am
Dee Hurlbutt/Melissa Morford
Dolores & Pam Nowak
J. Callahan/P. Labanowski
Greeter Saturday, Jan. 14 Sunday, Jan. 15
5:00 pm 7:30 am 10:00 am
Ann Thompson Diane Quaiver
Marie Savine
