NOVEMBER 26 2017 34th SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME€¦ · 8:00 am Deacon Mike In Memory of Paul Dunkel Friday, December 1 8:00 am In Memory of Patricia Garvey Saturday, December 2 8:00 am

1617 W. Pine Street | Appleton, WI 54914 | (920) 739-0331

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MASS:

SAT 4:30 PM

SUN 8:00 AM/10:00 AM

TUE 8:00 AM

WED 8:00 AM

THU 8:00 AM

FRI 8:00 AM

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St. Bernard Congregation of Appleton

34th SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME

PRIEST: FR. DENNIS RYAN

DEACONS MIKE EASH

DON NASS

MAURY REED

JOE VANG

BOB VINCENT

NOVEMBER 26 2017

SUN 26 MON 27 TUE 28 7:30 am Rosary

8:00 am Mass

10:00 am Mass

8:00 am Mass

8:45 am Stretch N Tone Act. Ctr.

10:30 am Women’s Grp. Rm. 111

7:00 pm Encounter Grp. Church

MASS INTENTIONS DEAR PARISHIONERS

BAPTISM

6:00 pm Alpha Machine Shed

7:30 pm Men of St. Bernard

Act. Ctr.

Saturday, November 25 4:30 pm In Memory of Richard Faltynski

Sunday, November 26

8:00 am In Memory of Marlys Kroon AND Members of St. Bernard

10:00 am In Memory of Dick Roemer

Tuesday, November 28 8:00 am Living & Deceased Members of the Don & Helen Alferi Family

Wednesday, November 29 8:00 am In Memory of Maria Bach Tuyet Hoang

Thursday, November 30 8:00 am In Memory of Paul Dunkel

Friday, December 1 8:00 am In Memory of Patricia Garvey

Saturday, December 2 8:00 am In Memory of Ken Romenesko 4:30 pm In Memory of Bill & Bernice Nack

Sunday, December 3 8:00 am In Memory of Mary Jane Garvey

10:00 am In Memory of Marv & Jayne Voissem AND Members of St. Bernard

11:30 Alpha Act. Ctr.

CARE MINISTRY

Sympathy and prayers are extended to the family of the deceased. Son of Phyllis Beyer and brother of Cheryl Craig

PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY

Finding Jesus Hopefully most of the people reading this column were able to spend some time with friends this past week giving thanks for the blessings in their life. Slowing down our life to pause and give thanks is a very worthwhile endeavor. It reminds us where our gifts and our talents originate. As we head into Advent and Christmas, let us be aware of those who may not have as much as we do. There are many who lack the basics of life… food, shelter, medicine, and companionship. In the gospel this week, these are the people that Jesus tells his followers where he can be found. So, let us give thanks to God for all that we have and let us learn to see the face of Jesus in everyone we meet. Let us be especially attentive for those less fortunate than ourselves. 'Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of the least brothers of mine, you did for me.' Peace and Blessings, Deacon Mike

We Welcome Our Newest Member Through Baptism Henry Seichter

Son of Jeffery and Wendi Seichter

We are still looking for anyone interested in subscribing to “The Word Among Us” booklet. If we get enough people, we can order in bulk for a lower cost. Please give Cathy a call at 739-0331, ext. 319.

THU 30 FRI 1

WED 29 v8:00 am Mass

11:30 am Alpha Act. Ctr.

4:30 pm 6:30 pm

F.F. K-8 & 9 & 10

5:15 pm Cantor Review Music Rm.

8:00 am Mass

8:30 am Adoration

8:45 am Stretch N Tone Act. Ctr.

9:30 am Benediction

9:30 am Mom’s Grp. Nursery

DID YOU KNOW

8:00 am Mass

6:30 pm Bible Study Act. Ctr.

ADULT FORMATION

6:30 pm Choir Practice

Amanda Vernon In Concert at St. Bernard Parish December 10

You and your family are invited to hear and see internationally-known recording artist Amanda Vernon in concert on Sunday, December 10 at 7:00 pm at St. Bernard Parish. Amanda will share her original music and give the faith-filled stories behind the songs. The concert will also feature Oshkosh native Franki Moscato. All are invited to attend this free concert.

Amanda will also be our guest musician at our weekend liturgies on December 9 and 10.

Are You Single and 40+ If you are single, divorced or widowed and would like to be part of organizing a new local fellowship group that creates and promotes a variety of events for singles, please email Mary Ann [email protected] or Anita [email protected].

St. Bernard Parish is seeking a dynamic, faith-filled disciple to provide professional preparation for the celebration of Catholic Liturgy.

This 20 hour a week position requires a person with high levels of energy, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep passion for working with people and for the Catholic Church. One must be open to education and training in liturgy, have a fundamen-tal knowledge of the Catholic faith, and have a regular life of prayer. This candidate must have highly developed organization, collaboration and communication skills. This position requires technological proficiency with Microsoft Office, attention to detail, and the ability to train others in liturgical ministry. This part-time position, 20 hours a week, includes a combination of daytime work, evening work, and weekend work. To apply send a resume, a list of transferable skills, and a cover letter to: Fr. Dennis Ryan, St. Bernard Parish, 1617 West Pine Street, Appleton, WI 54914 or email to [email protected]

Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible - by Jeff Cavins An Engaging Journey Through the Bible Monday Night, November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm. This eight-part study (2 sessions per night) provides the easiest way to understand the Bible. Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible makes the complex simple. It helps you uncover the story woven throughout Scripture so that you can get the “big picture” of the Bible and understand what it is all about. The Bible is a story about the Father’s unfailing love for you, a love that you are now called to share with others. Please sign up in the Narthex or call our Parish Office at 739-0331 and ask for Colleen.

Fox Cities Catholic Young Adults-Upper Room Collective December 7, 6:30 pm-Taproom @ Stone Arch Brew Pub, Appleton Social featuring Mac & Cheese Buffet, Speaker, Door Prizes RSVP [email protected]

Lectors, the new workbook that begins the weekend of December 2/3 is now available at our Welcome Counter or in our Parish Office. Please pick up the new readings for

6:30 pm Handbell

Music Rm.

SUN 3 SAT 2 7:30 am Rosary

8:00 am Mass

10:00 am Mass

11:30 am ALPHA Rm. 111

STAFF

8:00 am Mass

8:30 am Adoration

8:30 am Reconciliation

9:30 am Benediction

4:30 pm Mass

FINANCIAL

11/17/2017 Wk 20 Fiscal YTD Total

Env. $15,709 YTD Actual Env. $267,813

Budget Env. $16,827 YTD Budget Env. $336,538

Env. Over/(Under) ($68,726)

Loose $643 YTD Loose $11,713

Budget Loose $712 YTD Budget Loose $14,231

Loose Over/(Under) ($2,518)

HISTORY BOOK

Weekly Scrip Update Scrip Sales $4,925 Cost $4,693 Rebate $232

St. Bernard Staff Bookkeeper Barb Hoffman

Bulletin Editor Lisa Hecht

Care Ministry Coordinator Cathy Kulibert

Director of Faith Formation Maurine Overesch (on Medical Leave)

Director of Music, A/V & Tech. Rhonda Uschan

Elementary Coordinator Deb Holzem

Evangelization Coordinator Kara Main

Maintenance Supervisor Jim Piette

Minister of Administration Dr. Colleen Sargent-Day

Parish Secretary Edna Ulrich

Annual Angel Tree will be decorated with tags of wishes from local children in our community.

Take a gift tag off the tree and return unwrapped gifts to our Parish Office by December 15. Please remember to attach the nametag to the gift.

Thank you for your continued generosity!

ANGEL TREE The Diocese of Green Bay History Book These amazing books will be sold after all Masses starting this weekend of November 25 & 26 at our Welcome Counter. There are two books to choose from: Hard Cover Book-$35 Illustrated Graphic Novel-$15 The books commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Green Bay Diocese PLUS St. Bernard, Appleton has its own page!

TIME TO GET READY

‘TIS (almost) THE SEASON We prepare for everything we consider important in life. And that includes Christmas. We visit family and friends, bake cookies, decorate our trees, and shop for gifts until we’re ready to drop. This year, prepare for Christmas in a different way. Join our parish for Best Advent Ever, a free email program from Dynamic Catholic that will help you slow down and focus on what matters most during Advent. Each day, you’ll receive an email with . . .

Short inspirational videos from leading Catholic voices Matthew Kelly and Dr. Allen Hunt

Practical tips for your everyday life

Real-life stories of hope TO SIGN UP, VISIT BestAdventEver.com/BeautifulHope

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Children ages 4 through 10 or up through grade 5 are invited to participate in the St. Bernard Parish Annual Christmas Pageant at our 4:00 pm Mass on Christmas Eve, December 24. Children will dress in character as shepherds, angels, Mary and Joseph.

Our First Meeting is Monday, December 4 at 6:00 pm in our Church. There will be two rehearsals: Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00 pm in our Church Saturday, December 16 at 11:00 am in our Church

Interested families should call our Parish Office at 739-0331 or email Rhonda at [email protected] to sign up and attend our first meeting.

Please Mark Your Calendar For BINGO With ST. NICK

This free, Parish wide event will be held Sunday, December 10

after the 10:00 am Mass in our Parish Hall.

Children will gather with St. Nick for a short story before bingo.

There will be great prizes and refreshments for everyone.

If you have any questions, please contact Kara at 739-0331

or email [email protected]