SAVE THE DATE! · 13/10/2019  · Hassing, Diamond Cross Necklace - Charlene Ubl, Car Detail Package - Dianne Honermann, Twin Quilt - Ryan Hassing. The festival raised over $15,600

SAVE THE DATE! Holy Family's Holiday Fair

will be on Saturday, November 16th.

St. Joseph the Worker’s Fall Brunch will be on

Sunday, November 17th.

A thick soup of Belgian origin -

loaded with meats and vegetables

SJW FALL FESTIVAL RAFFLE WINNERS

AND WRAP UP MEETING

The winners of the Big Ticket Raffle items were as follows; $700 - Rick Hansen, $500 - Charlie Schmidt, $300 - Dennis Clyne, $200 - Dan Caven, $100 - David & Jeanne Hassing, Diamond Cross Necklace - Charlene Ubl, Car Detail Package - Dianne Honermann, Twin Quilt - Ryan Hassing.

The festival raised over $15,600 to put towards general operating expenses for St. Joe’s! Thank you to everyone who made this possible!

The festival planning committee wrap up potluck meeting will be on Wednesday, October 16th at 6:30pm in the auditorium. Please bring a dish to pass. Thank you to the committee for all the hard work and hope to see you at our final meeting to celebrate our success!

Last Tuesday the Joint Pastoral Council met and one of the topics was an update on our sister parish, St. Lucie on the island of La Gonave in Haiti. The communication has been more intermittent during the past few months, perhaps because of the political and economic unrest they are experiencing. One example: the inflation rate on the mainland is 20% and, on the island, 24%! At the end of September, Father Harold, the pastor, wrote: “In Haiti presently many troubles. No gas, starving, no jobs, prices are still going up and up. No confidence in the president. Poverty is all over.” A week ago, he commented: “Life on La Gonave island is most of the time like a hell. But God is good.” Perhaps a quick review of what has been happening might help you understand their plight.

Father Harold is very concerned about providing an education for the young people in the parish; he maintains that without it, they have no future. We have been working with him to build a school for about two years and in May 2018, the first phase began with $21,000. The second phase began after our Lenten gift this year, $13,402, and was completed in July; see photo #2 below. Now they are waiting to complete the last step, the roof, which is estimated at $14,845. One hour after the children in kindergarten were dismissed at the end of June, the old chapel/church, which was being used as their classroom, collapsed (see photo #1 below). Luckily, or providentially, no one was hurt, but it has meant that they are really pressed for space in the temporary school (the current church, which is not much of a structure). Here’s how Father Harold describes the current school year: “The little kids are attending class under the trees. For the elementary school two classes are also under the trees. The four other classes are packed like sardines in the church. All the time the same problems, when it is raining no class, when it is too windy no class and also inside the ‘church building’ we have a cacophony from the voices of teachers and students. This situation hurts me a lot.” Wouldn’t it be great to get the roof on the school?

We do send a monthly gift (“tithe” of 1% of our income, plus any special gifts from parishioners or the Men’s Club) that averages about $720 ($351 “tithe” + $372 gifts). These monies are used to pay the teachers, help feed the students/staff and meet parishioners’ emergency needs. In his September message, Father Harold wrote: “My parish and I will never stop thanking you and your parishioners … Your donation every month is a great miracle for my students, teachers, students’ parents and parishioners. Every day we can see the progress.” I add my appreciation to his and ask you to keep our sister parish in your prayers, assisting them as we are able.

Sincerely in Christ,

Oct 5 & 6, 2019

$6,224.72

Fiscal Year to Date $78,917.16 Actual

$91,849.68 Budget

St. Joseph the Worker

Fiscal Year to Date $25,998.97 Actual

$29,659.53 Budget

Holy Family Oct 6, 2019

$1,960.08

Children’s Weekly Stewardship Treasure: HF: 15.25 SJW: $62.55

Tuesday, Oct 15: SJW 12:05pm - †Bob Meurer Wednesday, Oct 16: Hillcrest 9:30am - Word and Communion Loyola 1:00pm -†Sandy Olinger Thursday, Oct 17: HF 8:30am - †Art Warmka Pathstone 10:15am - †Herdis Rudd Friday, Oct 18: SJW 12:05pm - †Debra Hofmeister Saturday, Oct 19: 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time SJW 5:00pm - For the Parishioners Sunday, Oct 20: 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time HF 8:30am - †Steve Klinkner SJW 10:30am - †John Arndorfer _____________________________________________________ Monday: Rom 1:1-7; Ps 98:1-4; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Rom 1:16-25; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: Rom 2:1-11; Ps 62:2-3, 6-7, 9; Lk 11:42-46 Thursday: Rom 3:21-30; Ps 130:1b-6ab; Lk 11:47-54 Friday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9 Saturday: Rom 4:13, 16-18; Ps 105:6-9, 42-43; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Ex 17:8-13; Ps 121:1-8; 2 Tm 3:14 - 4:2; Lk 18:1-8

Congratulations to Tammy Phillips– Krueger

the “301” winner of 100 for Oct 5!

Congratulations and blessings to Calleen Sieberg & Lewis Uhrich

who were married at HF on

Saturday, October 5!

Mon. 10/14: 1:00pm Mission Knitting - SJW

2:30pm Girls on the Run - SJW Gym

Wed. 10/16: 5:30pm NO Simple Supper - SJW Gym

6:00pm NO Faith Formation Class - SJW

6:00pm NO Faith Formation Class - HF

6:30pm Fall Festival Wrap Up Potluck - Gym

Sat. 10/19: 2:00pm Burg/Furnas Wedding - SJW

4:00pm Confession - SJW

Sun. 10/20: 8:00am Confessions - HF

SATURDAY, OCT 19

SJW—5:00 P.M. MASS Reader: Anne Richardson Servers: Austin Ruch, Taylor Fitloff, SUB, ECM: Tom Hallett, Carolyn & John Kanyusik, Chuck Fox, Glenn Barnette, 2 SUBS Ushers: Jeff & Joe Burgess, Rob Gunther, Mark Piepho Musicians: Cindy Lawrence, Joyce Hoelmer, Carolyn Fox

SUNDAY, OCT 20

HF—8:30 A.M. MASS Reader: Jane Schuck Servers: Kendall Lange, Megan Sickler ECM: Lori Meixell, Jan Anderson, 1SUB Ushers: Jerry Hilleshiem, Brian Noyes Musicians: Erika Seppmann, Sheila Sickler

SJW—10:30 A.M. MASS Reader: Timothy McGowan Servers: Carter & Hannah James, Natalie Jandera ECM: Carol Brady, Barb Wendlandt, Jan Willaert, Chuck & Judy Westermayer, 2 SUBS Ushers: Jeff Willaert, Travis Naylor, Bruce Richter, Ray Mettler Musicians: Matthew Malay, Michelle Folk

SJW: Doorkeeper: Terri Michels

PICK UP YOUR NEW CHURCH DIRECTORY! The new directories are here and available at the front entrances of both HF and SJW. If your family was photographed by Lifetouch OR you submitted a photograph to us, you get a FREE parish directory. Directories are labeled by name, please take ONLY yours. If you do not see yours or you did not participate, but would like to purchase a directory, contact us at [email protected] or call 388-3766. Cost is $10.

SJW FALL GROUNDS CLEANUP

October 26th 8am-12pm It’s time once again to get our parish grounds put to bed for the winter snow season. So grab your gloves, leaf rakes, brush clippers, shovels, etc. and join us to get our grounds in shape ”for a long winter’s nap”. Come one, come all! Also, calling all garden volunteers If you are able to come and help, even for just an hour, please do so. Many hands make light work!

October 13, 2019

28th Sunday of Ordinary Time

SAVE THE DATE!

OCTOBER Wed 16 NO Faith Formation Class - MEA Wed 23 Faith Formation Class SJW - Simple Supper 5:30pm K-10th grade class 6-7pm + 1st Reconciliation Orientation in church

HF - K-10th grade class - 6-7pm Sun 27 Rite of Welcome for ALL 9th grade Confirmation students - during HF - 8:30am Mass, SJW - 10:30am Mass Wed 30 Faith Formation Class SJW - Simple Supper 5:30pm K-10th grade class 6-7pm

HF - K-10th grade class - 6-7pm + 1st Reconciliation Orientation in church Thur 31 Happy All Hallows Eve

NOVEMBER Fri 1 All Saints - Holy Day of Obligation Mass: SJW - 12:05pm, HF - 5:30pm Sat 2 All Souls Day - remember our departed Sun 3 Youth Mass at HF 8:30am, SJW 10:30am Wed 6 Faith Formation Class SJW - Simple Supper 5:30pm K-10th grade class 6-7pm

HF - K-10th grade class - 6-7pm Wed 13 Faith Formation Class SJW - Simple Supper 5:30pm K-10th grade class 6-7pm

HF - K-10th grade class - 6-7pm Wed 20 Faith Formation Class SJW - Simple Supper 5:30pm K-10th grade class 6-7pm

HF - K-10th grade class - 6-7pm Wed 27 NO Faith Formation Class - HAPPY THANKSGIVING

For questions or more information,

Contact Connie Wallin, Director of

Faith Formation at [email protected]

What is Children’s Liturgy of the Word? The word of God has a message that is as important

and fitting for children as it is for adults; however,

children often fail to hear the message simply

because the adult vocabulary is beyond their under-

standing.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word is a celebration of Sunday Mass in

which the Liturgy of the Word portion of the Mass is presented by

parents, adults and youth in a different environment and on a level that

children can better understand and enjoy. It is a wonderful way to assist

our children in learning from the Sunday Liturgy.

They return to their families after the General Intercessions to celebrate

the Liturgy of the Eucharist with the entire community. Who is Children’s Liturgy for?

Children's Liturgy of the Word is for all Children ages 4 years to 1st

grade. Ideally those old enough not to need one on one adult

supervision.

When is Children’s Liturgy?

8:30 am Mass at Holy Family in Lake Crystal

10:30 am Mass at St. Joseph the Worker

There is no Children’s Liturgy on the 1st Sunday of the month since

that is the Youth Mass.

How do we register for Children's Liturgy?

There is no registration form for Children’s Liturgy. At SJW on

Sundays when your child will attend Children’s Liturgy, please sign

them in the book located in the front entrance and put a name tag on

them also.

Come Take Part … In teaching we often learn more. The Children’s Liturgy of the Word is operated as a PARENT CO-OP

and 2 parents (grandparents, high school students, friends) are needed

to make this ministry possible each Sunday. If we get enough

volunteers the commitment should be only once every other month.

Training is provided. Hey, you’re at Mass anyway, so come join us!

Contact Connie at [email protected] to

volunteer or for more information!

1st Reconciliation Orientation All SJW & HF 2nd graders, who attend Mankato,

or LCWM public schools or Loyola Catholic school, and wish to receive the Sacraments of 1st Reconciliation

and 1st Communion this coming school year need to attend orientation with a parent/guardian on:

SJW - Wednesday, October 23rd, 6:00-7:00pm, SJW will begin in the church.

HF - Wednesday, October 30th, 6:00-7:00pm HF will meet in the 2nd grade classroom.

(SJW) Last week: 18lbs. Items

Needed this Week: Cereal &

Juice

Rev. Timothy T. Reker - Pastor

Nicole Hermer - Director of Parish Activities

Glenn Barnette - Bookkeeper

Connie Wallin - Director of Religious Education

Kathy Moldan - Office Assistant

Sister Janet Wermerskirchen - Music Director

Jon Hermanson - SJW Custodial Engineer

Mike Murrain - SJW Custodian

Ben Moldan - HF Custodian

Email bulletin notices to [email protected] by Tuesday at noon.

Office Phone………...…………………388-3766

Parish Email………………...…[email protected]

SJW Prayer Chain……...……...Joan: 388-5986

HF Prayer Chain…………..Margaret: 317-4785

Email: [email protected]

Mon-Fri.: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Dennis Owen, Richard Johnson, John Allen, Jerry Schultz, George Larson, Tom B.

Baptism - Please contact Fr. Reker in the parish office to schedule the baptism and the

baptism preparation class.

Marriage - Congratulations on your engagement! Please contact Fr. Reker at least 6 months in

advance to begin preparation.

Anointing of the Sick - If you or a family member is homebound or in the hospital and would like a

pastoral visit, please notify the office. Phone: 388-0600, Website: loyolacatholicschool.org

Adam Bemmels PreK-12 Principal

Learn about Loyola Catholic School (PS-12). Visit

www.loyolacatholicschool.org

Contact Angela at [email protected] or 507.388.0615 to schedule family tours.

Always looking for substitutes for teaching, para and facilities. Contact Angela

Casteel if you are interested. [email protected] or 507.388.0615

Loyola will soon be offering bus service to some of our students outside of the District 77 bus routes. We are seeking a bus driver for the morning route, with the potential of adding shifts. No special license needed. For more information, please contact Trudi Clements, 507-388-0606.

Please prayerfully consider a planned gift to Loyola Catholic School when

choosing your legacy.

THANK YOU to all who send us Box Tops for Education, Hy-Vee receipts.

Your parish support makes all we do, learn, and celebrate at Loyola possible.

Leading through Faith, Academic Excellence, and Service.

SJW MEN’S CLUB MISSION STATEMENT:

To bring together men of all ages to grow in relationship with Jesus Christ. With the direction of our Priest, encouraging each

other to be servant leaders in our Church.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO PICK UP A BABY BOTTLE from one of the church

entrances, and take it home to fill with your spare change during the month of October. The Mother and Child Assistance Fund helps many women, like Dominique. When her youngest daughter was born, she took an unpaid maternity leave and relied on savings to get through. She started to miss work days when her daughter got sick and couldn't attend daycare, and Dominique fell behind on bills. Facing a shutoff notice for her electricity and possible eviction from her apartment, she called Catholic Charities and received the financial assistance she needed, as well as being connected to other community resources. Thank you for your generous support!

40 DAYS FOR LIFE MIDWAY RALLY - All are invited to Mankato’s 40 Days

for Life Midway Rally on Sunday, October 13th at 12 pm in the public right of way outside of Mankato’s Planned Parenthood. We will hear the conversion story of a former abortion provider: Dr. Haywood Robinson. Dr. Robinson will share the story of how Jesus worked in his life to bring him from supporting a culture of death to being a leader in the culture of life for the National 40 Days for Life team as their director of Medical Affairs and Education. Please don’t stop praying! God is hearing your prayers! Sign up at 40daysforlife.com Contact Beverly Miller at 507.514.2425 with questions.

REVELATION: THE KINGDOM YET TO COME FOR ADVENT 2019 AND LENT 2020 - Join us for Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come. Father Tim

Reker will lead the discussion. Cost of the Study will be $30.00. Register online at: http://sjwhf.org/scripture-study or call the Parish Office. Sessions are as follows: Holy Family: Tuesday Mornings 8:30-10am – North Classroom. Dates: Nov. 12 & 26, Dec. 3, 10 & 17, Feb. 25, Mar. 3, 10, 17 & 24, & 31. St Joseph the Worker: Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8pm – Gym. Dates: Nov. 12, 19 & 26, Dec. 10 & 17, Feb. 25, Mar. 10, 17, 24 & 31. In Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come, presenter Jeff Cavins pulls back the veil on the rich symbolism present in Revelation. Discover what the mysterious figures and images of Revelation mean and see how Revelation is more than an apocalyptic vision of the “end times.” Explore the Church’s teaching on the second coming of Christ and the Last Judgment. Understand how God, the Divine Bridegroom, and the Church, his spotless bride, enter into a heavenly, holy, and mystical marriage every time we celebrate Mass.

STEWARDSHIP FAIRS

This year instead of one large event, the Stewardship Committee will be

hosting four “mini” fair weekends to bring focus to specific ministries by

category. The event will be in the gym following Mass. Refreshments will be

served, and ministry volunteers will be available to answer questions and

gather contact information for those interested in exploring new

opportunities.

October 12 and 13, 2019 – Liturgical Ministries

November 2 and 3, 2019 – Leadership, Administration and Physical

January 11 and 12, 2020 – Faith Formation

February 8 and 9, 2020 – Social Outreach Ministries

Please join us after Mass October 12 and 13 for our first MINI FAIR to

learn more about the following Liturgical Ministries; Lectors, Servers,

Sacristans, Ushers, Linen Care, Church Environment, Eucharistic

Ministers, Music Ministry and Church Cleaning.

Sacramental and Liturgical Stewardship Fair October 12 and 13, 2019

Thank you for prayerfully considering opportunities to serve our parish below. Please discuss the opportunities below and fill out the personal information on the bottom. Then write the number of the family member in the column (new or current member) of the committee/area they are interested in helping. Please put this form in the collection basket next week as your offering back to God. We will have the leader of that committee contact you.

Name Email Address Phone number

1

2

3

4

Sacramental/Liturgical

New Current Committee/Ministry Leader/Contact person

Mass of Anointing Father/Office

Church Environment Beth Greenwood

Servers Father/Office

Sacristans Nancy Hallett/Janet Fasnacht

Linen Care Julie Hudrlik

Church Cleaners Office

Ushers/Greeters Dave Hassing

Music Ministry Sister Janet

Readers Father/Office

Extraordinary Ministers Father/Office

Extended Eucharistic Ministers Carol Brady/Chuck Westermayer

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER & HOLY FAMILY PARISH To advertise, contact Nicole at the parish office

507-388-3766 or [email protected]

Well Drilling • Septic Systems

www.seppmann.com 507-625-3400

Contact the parish office at 388-3766 to promote your business.

www.drummersgardencenter.com 507-388-4877

In Loving Memory of

Husband, Father, Grandfather. We love and miss you,

-Your Family

John Quiring

In Loving Memory of our wife, mother, sister,

and dear friend.

JUDY HOGAN

We love you and miss you very much.

In Loving Memory of

of my daughter, Kristin and husband, Larry Volk. We love

and miss you.