ST. MARY's CHURCH
FEBRUARY 12, 2006
 

 

SCRIPTURE

 

MASSES

CALENDAR

Sunday

February 12

Lv 13:1-2,44,46

1 Cor 10:31-11:1

Mk 1:40-45

8:00

 

9:30

 

11:00

 

Parishioners

+Robert Hora

+Dave Knoedel

 

+Joseph Osvald, Jr.

 

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Monday

February 13

Jas 1:1-11

Mk:8:11-13

 

12:10

 

 

 

+Ann Donohue

+James Giblin

 

 

4:30 PM Property Management Meeting
     at Pagliai's Pizza

7:30-9:00 PM Single/Widowed/Divorced
     Group Meeting in Parish Hall

Weekday

Tuesday

February 14

Jas 1:12-18

Mk 8:14-21

 

12:10

 

 

 

Special Int. - Amy Eckrich

+Dwayne Schneider

 

 

Sts. Cyril and Methodius

Wednesday

February 15

Jas 1:19-27

Mk 8:22-26

 

12:10

 

 

 

Special Int. - John
     and Dawn Eckrich

+Betty Fisher

 

 

6 PM Choir Practice

6:30 PM Children's Choir

6:30 PM Family Life Meeting

Weekday

Thursday

February 16

Jas 2:1-9

Mk 8:27-33

 

12:10

 

 

 

Special Intention

Special Intention - Spence Johnson

 

5-6 PM Youth Casserole Making

7 PM Peace and Justice Meeting

7 PM Fellowship Meeting

Weekday

Friday

February 17

Jas 2:14-24,26

Mk 8:34-9:1

 

12:10

 

 

 

+Alberto Freixas

+Gaston de Cardenas

+Carmela Hernandez

 

11:30 AM Free Lunch at Wesley Center

12:05 PM Angelus for Life

12:50 PM Prayer at Emma Goldman
                                      Clinic

6:00 PM Legion of Mary

Weekday

Saturday

February 18

Jas 3:1-10

Mk 9:2-13

 

5:10

 

 

Parishioners

 

 

9:30 AM Baptism Class

10 AM - 11:30 AM Sacrament of
      Reconciliation

1:00 PM Sacrament of Marriage
     Jenna Troung and Stev Kim

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday

February 19

Is 43:18-19,
    21-22,24b-25

2 Cor 1:18-22

Mk 2:1-12

8:00

 

9:30

 

11:00

 

+David Driscol

 

+Margaret Goetz

 

+Dottie E. Krause

 

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

 

 

St. Mary's Church of Iowa City

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 

 

REST IN PEACE

 

We pray for the repose of the soul of Sister Helen Gerber, who entered the BVM community from St. Mary's Parish; and Leo Schmitz, father of Marie Gurnett.

 

May they be welcomed into everlasting life!

 

 

Wedding Banns

 

Jenna Truong and Stev Kim                         III

A Reminder:

 

As Catholics, we are to fast for one hour before receiving Holy Communion. This means no food or drink (except water) may be consumed. Medicines, of course, may be taken when needed.

 

Catholic Messenger Update

 

So far, our of 1700 households, St. Mary's has received 226 subscriptions to the Catholic Messenger. If you have not yet subscribed, you may place your Catholic Messenger envelope with $25 (or whatever you can give) in the offering basket at Mass, or mail it to 302 E. Jefferson Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52245. Make the check payable to The Catholic Messenger/ St. Mary's. Thank you.

 

A Call to the Priesthood

 

The Church is in great need of dedicated, capable, and holy priests. If you know a young man who, in your opinion, would make a good priest, please send his name and address to Fr. Ken or Fr. Jeff.

 

Many priests today (including Fr. Ken and Fr. Jeff) say that they first thought about a vocation to the priesthood after someone suggested it to them. God may be using you to extend His call to a future priest. Please give this your serious thought and prayerful consideration.

St. Mary's Scrip News

 

Three businesses have joined the scrip bandwagon: The Cottage Bakery, Herteen and Stocker Jewelers, and Sal's Pizza. Think about a jewelry gift and dinner for two for Valentine's Day! Certificates will be sold every Sunday after the first two Masses and prior to the 11 AM Mass.

 

FREE LUNCH FEBRUARY 17th!

 

Next Friday, February 17th, is St. Mary's turn to serve FREE LUNCH at the Wesley House. We will need 8 casseroles with meat and 3 vegetarian casseroles, 4 large salads, 5 pans of brownies or cookies, and 9 helpers to serve the meal and assist with clean-up. Your generosity ensures that those who depend on Free Lunch for their noon meal will not be hungry on the 17th. Thank you for your continued caring! You may bring your food donation to the parish hall from 7-8:30 PM on Thursday.

Baptism Class

 

Our next Baptism class will be held on Saturday, February 18th, beginning at 9:30 AM in the parish hall. It is not necessary to register for this class.

 

Inquiry Sessions

 

Inquiry Sessions for adults wanting to join the Catholic church or learn more about the Catholic faith will be held on Tuesday, February 21st and Thursday, February 23rd from 7-8 PM in the parish hall. We will also have a session on Sunday, February 19th from 11AM to noon in the rectory.

Inquiry Sessions are for those baptized in another

Christian faith, for the unbaptized, and for adult

Catholics who were never confirmed. It is an informal opportunity to find out more about the Adult Initiation process at St. Mary's. Each session is the same, so you only need to attend one session.

 

 

St. Mary's/First United Methodist

Pot Luck Supper

 

Our annual potluck supper with our neighbors from First United Methodist Church will be held Sunday, February 26th, at 5 PM. We are the hosts for the evening this year. Please bring your own table setting, a meat dish and one other dish to share. Our Children's Choir will provide the entertainment. There is always great food and conversation!

 

"Hey, Mom!"

 

How many times a day do you hear that? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed? The MOMS series examines the dynamics of motherhood as they apply to you, focusing on self-acceptance, spirituality, feelings, personal growth, and friendships. During the season of Lent, St. Mary's will again be hosting the MOMS series every Friday beginning March 3rd, from 1:30-2:30 PM in the parish hall. All moms regardless of their parish or church affiliation are welcome to come and explore their role as a mother at a deeper level. To register, come to a brief session on February 28th, at 1:30 PM, or contact Michaela Dietrich at 665-8608 or Kathy Weiss at 351-0963.

 

Young Married and Engaged Catholic Adults  

Would you like to get together with other couples, support each other through life events, and pray together? We invite you to join us on Sunday, March 5th, at 5 PM in St. Mary's parish hall. We will do introductions and then eat at a restaurant of the group's choice. For more information please contact Jason and Jennifer at 341-8566 or email them at jasonandjenniferrenk@yahoo.com.

 

 

 

 

REGINA HAPPENINGS

 

Regina Booster Club Fish Fry

 

Come and enjoy the Annual Booster Club Fish Fry at Regina Education Center beginning February 24th through April 14th from 5-8 PM. This year we will be serving in the new and expanded cafeteria! Parking will be located in the lot behind the school, which is closer to the back door of the building. Shrimp or salmon dinners will be $9 and cod or catfish dinners will be $8. To go orders may be called in after 4:30 PM to 338-5436.

 

Annual Boy Scout Chili Dinner

 

Regina Boy Scout Troop 218 will host their

Annual Chili Dinner at St. Wenceslaus Parish Hall on Sunday, February 26th, from 11 AM-4 PM. All you can eat traditional, vegetarian, and white chili along with fresh vegetables, dessert and drinks will be served. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children. Tickets are available at the door or from any Troop 218 Boy Scout.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

 

Regina's Silent Auction (formerly Pre-Gala) will be held April 1st from 6PM-10PM in the High School Gym. All are encouraged to attend and bid on their favorite items! There will be over 200 silent auction items including class projects, fountain of chance and more. The winner of the $75,000 "Always Supporting Education" raffle will be announced at 9 PM. If you haven't purchased your ticket for $75 yet, call the Public Relations office at 358-3455.

 

 

OTHER HAPPENINGS

 

Catholic Daughters of America will meet February 14th at St. Wenceslaus. The evening will begin with a recitation of the rosary at 6:15 PM, followed by a potluck dinner and meeting. A

program of scriptural reflections will be given by Sister Agnes Giblin. All Catholic women are

invited to join us to learn more about this national organization.

 

Finding Balance, a presentation of balancing it all in our fast-paced world, will be hosted by the Coralville United Methodist Church on February 18th, from 9 AM-NOON. Please call Jennifer at 351-2446 to register.

 

"Martha and Mary Women's Conference" will be held February 18th, in Dubuque, Iowa. The conference offers an opportunity to renew your spirit and prepare yourself for Lent with a "Martha and Mary Day." For more information, visit their website at www.springtimeofhope.org

ST. MARY'S PASTORAL COUNCIL

    Ann Langenfeld - Chairperson

    Torie Hefel - Chairperson Elect

    Karla Peiffer - Secretary

PASTORAL COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES

    Ann Langenfeld - Family Life

    Judy McPartland - Peace & Justice

    Marty Shafer - Liturgy

    Torie Hefel - Christian Formation

    Kevin Mellen - Property Management

    Mary Loops - Fellowship & Communications

    Madelynn Hanrahan - Youth

    Jean Harney and Karla Peiffer - At-Large

ST. MARY'S FINANCE COUNCIL

    Sheila Boyd

    Anne Hargrave (Lay Director)

    Vince Maurer

    John Maxwell (Lay Director)

    Mike Pugh

THE ALTAR & ROSARY SOCIETY

    Anna Stranieri - President

EDUCATION

Regina Catholic Education Center:

    Ray Pechous - High School Principal, 338-5436

    Celeste Vincent - Elementary Principal, 337-5739

    Sr. Mary Frances Michalec, ND, Religious Education Director, 351-7638

    Alan Opheim - Regina Business Office, 337-2580

    April Rouner - Executive Director of the Catholic Community Foundation, 354-5866

Regina Board of Education Representatives:

    John Gilroy, Rick Larew, Patrice Carroll

DIRECTOR OF EVANGELIZATION & STEWARDSHIP

    Sr. Laura Goedken, OP, 338-0939

 

 

LAST WEEK'S FINANCES

February 5, 2006

 

Envelopes $ 17,331.00
Offertory (loose cash) $ 704.00
Electronic Funds Transfer $ 3,010.00
Total $ 21,045.00
Amount needed each week: $ 16,500.00
Amount received last week: $ 21,045.00
OVER budget: $ 4,545.00
Amount needed year to date: $ 528,000.00
Amount received year to date: $ 516,0780
UNDER budget $ -11,922.00

Number of envelopes used last week: 435 (out of 1700). Average per envelope: $46.76

 

A Thought: "Whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God." (1 Cor 10:31).

Are you doing everything possible for the glory of God?

 

Choose Life Prayer - We pray for a greater appreciation of human life no matter what its outward appearance.

 

 

Vocation View - Make the story public! Tell the world what Jesus has done for you. Consider a life of preaching, teaching, and service as a priest or deacon, sister or brother.