MAY 26, 2013 The Most Holy Trinity
PARISH OFFICE
139 S. Madison,
Green Bay, WI 54301-4501
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30 am-4:00 pm
Phone: (920) 432-4348
Fax: (920) 435-5068
Email: [email protected]
Prayer Network: (920) 497-8060 ___________________________________________________________________
Website
www.sfxcathedralgb.org ___________________________________________________________________
BISHOP OF GREEN BAY The Most Reverend David L. Ricken
RECTOR AND PASTOR Fr. John W. Girotti e-mail: [email protected]
SUMMER ADMINISTRATOR Fr. Brian Belongia
Deacons: Mr. Thomas J. Mahoney & Mr. Conrad J. Kieltyka
Director of Administration: Rosemary M. Anshus
Director of Music: Jody L. Strnad
Maintenance Manager: Jim G. VanRemortel
Event & Volunteer Coordinator/Administrative Assistant: Sonia D. Hitt
Administrative Assistant: Patricia J. Westlund
Sacristan: Dawn E. Shaw
Bookkeeper: Vicki L. Matuszak
Faith Formation Coordinator: Connie A. DeMeuse
Cathedral Trustees: Kenneth C. Reigh, Secretary Charles L. Johnson, Treasurer
Parish Council President: Andrew H. Opicka
Finance Council President: Kenneth C. Reigh
Saint Francis xavier
Cathedral Parish 139 South Madison
Green Bay, WI 534301-4501
920-432-4348
Weekend Masses Saturday ......................................................................... 4:00 pm
Sunday ........................................................................... 9:00 am
Weekday Masses Monday - Friday ............................................................ 8:30 am
Devotions Mondays-Fridays before Mass …………………………Rosary
Tuesdays & Thursdays after Mass …..Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Tuesdays ………………………………Perpetual Help Novena
Fridays ...................................................... Sacred Heart Novena
Holy Days of Obligation Vigil .............................................................................. 5:15 pm
Holy Day ....................................................................... 8:30 am
Eucharistic Adoration Wednesdays ................................................ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Confessions Saturdays ...................................................... 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Wednesdays .................................................. 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Baptism Call to arrange a date & time. A preparation session is
required.
Marriage Call the parish office at least 9 months in advance of your
desired wedding date.
Museum Tours by appointment. ......................................... 920-432-4348
St. Thomas More School 650 S. Irwin Ave., Green Bay, WI 54301
Principal, Mrs. Mary McCabe
Phone: 920-432-8242
Mass Intentions Saturday
4:00 pm May 25
† Harvey Sigl
Sunday
9:00 am May 26
† Stanley Jeziorny
Monday
8:30 am May 27
† Francis Fonferek
Tuesday
8:30 am May 28
Special Intention
Wednesday
8:30 am May 29
† Harold & Evelyn Kramer
Thursday
8:30 am May 30
† Fr. Lawrence Stingle
(Anniversary of Death)
Friday
8:30 am May 31
† Louise Knudtson
Saturday
4:00 pm June 1
Special Intention of Laura Bosco
Sunday
9:00 am June 2
† Living & Deceased Members of
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral;
St. John the Evangelist Parish, Green Bay;
St. Rose Parish, Clintonville;
St. Mary Parish, Bear Creek
Readings for the Week of
May 26, 2013 Sunday:……………..Prv 8:22-31/Rom 5:1-5/Jn 16:12-15
Monday:……………………....Sir 17:20-24/Mk 10:17-27
Tuesday:………………………..Sir 35:1-12/Mk 10:28-31
Wednesday:………….Sir 36:1, 4-5a, 10-17/Mk 10:32-45
Thursday:……………………..Sir 42:15-25/Mk 10:46-52
Friday:……………………………………...Zep 3:14-18a
……………………………....or Rom 12:9-16/Lk 1:39-56
Saturday:…………………...Sir 51:12cd-20/Mk 11:27-33
Next Sunday:…Gn 14:18-20/1 Cor 11:23-26/Lk 9:11b-17
ONLINE GIVING Online Giving is available for those of you who would like
to make donations online. This convenient option makes
use of current technology and security standards, and allows
you to easily set up recurring contributions. It also enables
our parish to take advantage of new tools to become more
efficient. Online Giving is not a replacement for the
traditional act of Sunday offertory. Please prayerfully
consider Online Giving. Visit our parish Online Giving link
at www.sfxcathedralgb.com to get started.
RELEVANT RADIO Green Bay / Fox Cities 1050 AM
(Listen online at www.relevantradio.com)
May 18th and 19th, 2013 Sacrificial Giving…………………………………..$ 6382.00
Offertory Collection………………………………..$ 1151.26
Building & Maintenance…………………………...$ 110.00
St. Vincent de Paul…………………………………$ 20.00
Our Own Needs…………………………………….$ 1223.92
Total………………………………………………..$ 8887.18
We need an average of $8000.00 from the weekly collection to
meet our budget.
On June 2, the Diocese of Green Bay
unites with Pope Francis and Catholics all throughout the world in Eucharistic
Adoration on the Feast of Corpus Christi
Join St. Francis Xavier Cathedral Parish for an Outdoor Eucharistic Procession
immediately following 9:00 AM Mass
Bishop Robert Banks and Father Brian
Belongia will lead the procession on the parish grounds which will conclude with
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament
All parishioners and visitors are invited to join the procession
to give Glory to God and thanksgiving to Our Lord Jesus
for his enduring presence among us in the Blessed Sacrament!
Please plan to attend this special celebration!
CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION Sunday, June 2 is Corpus Christi Sunday. Our outdoor
procession will immediately follow the 9 am Mass. Please
park outside the orange cones so we may process easily
through the parking lot. Also, there will be no coffee and
rolls this day so everyone may participate in the procession.
MARY’S GARDEN GUILD "Look on the flower, think of Mary."
The Mary's Garden Guild will plant annuals and spread
mulch in the Mary's Garden & Rosary Garden on
Saturday, June 8 from 9-Noon. (rain date is June 15) The
Mary's Gardeners would appreciate your help and you do
not even need a green thumb! Please bring shovels,
pitchforks, gloves, kneepads, wheelbarrows (for mulch) or
other tools you will need. Remember, the planting and
cultivation of a Mary's Garden fosters devotion to Mary that
always leads to Christ. Would you like to help plant flowers
for your Mother? The SFX Mary's Garden Guild always
welcomes new members and consists of novice to master
gardeners. Questions? Contact Marcy at 321-0236
MARY’S GARDEN FLOWERS Legend has it that the daffodil first appeared on the night of
The Last Supper in the Garden of Gethsemane to comfort
Jesus in his hour of sorrow. Daffodils are known as "Mary's
Stars".
SUMMER COFFEE & ROLLS For the months of June, July, August & September our
Sunday coffee & rolls schedule will be: June 9, July 21
(Pedals, Pipes, and Performance Organ Tour with Pancake
and Porkie Breakfast), August 18, and September 8 and
15. We will resume our weekly schedule beginning October
6. Thank you so much to all the volunteers who help with
this special ministry.
ROSARY IN THE GARDEN Please join us every Tuesday evening in our rosary garden
behind the Cathedral. We begin at 6:30 pm and plan to do
this through October 15. (weather permitting).
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Daniel Vanden Avond
Nancy Neuser
Phil & Patricia Lawson & Children
William, Miriam, Luke & Thomas
The relic for veneration this week is:
Mary Magdalene of de Pazzi, feast day is May 25.
"The last thing I ask of you—and I ask it in the name of
our Lord Jesus Christ—is that you love him alone, that
you trust implicitly in him and that you encourage one
another continually to suffer for the love of him." Mary Magdalene of de Pazzi
YEAR OF FAITH
It is hard to believe almost a year has passed since I embarked on my journey into the mysteries of canon law. I must admit
the first semester was a bit frustrating since it was like diving head first into a swimming pool. It took a
little while to adjust to academics again. Not only did I need to hone my critical reading, writing, and
study skills, but another beast stood grinning before me: Latin. Over the course of the first year, learning
the grammar, syntax, and sentence structure of Latin consumed the bulk of my time as it was an exercise
in pure memorization and it still confuses me. I did have a little fun with it in between deciphering perfect
subjunctives and passive periphrastics after I realized How the Grinch Stole Christmas is available in
Latin. (Please, don’t ask me to read it to you.) All in all though, I was pleased with my progress in the first
year. Whereas some of the material I was already familiar with, the rest of it was brand new. Still I
discovered many areas of canon law that I thought I knew, but knew wrongly. If there is one surprising
thing that I have learned this past year it is that canon law is not as black and white as I once had thought.
Canon law exists to protect the Church and for the salvation of souls. When canon law is properly observed, many
problems are avoided and the Church as a whole grows in holiness. Many of the problems that we are experiencing today
likely would have been avoided had we simply turned to our own canon law and followed it. Although it has its roots in
Roman law, the canon law of the Church is on par with, or even superior to other legal systems of the world. Plus the
canons themselves have nearly 2,000 years of history and development behind them.
With my first year of canon law completed, I am looking forward to being with you once again this summer as Fr.
Girotti embarks on his second summer of studies. I really enjoyed my time last year at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral and St.
John the Evangelist. With one summer already under my belt, I honestly feel as though I am returning home for the
summer. Blessings, Fr. Brian
From Father Brian Belongia
ST. THOMAS MORE SCHOOL
650 S. Irwin Avenue Green Bay, WI 54301, Phone: 920-432-8242 Fax: 920-432-1562, Principal: Mary McCabe
Email: [email protected], School Website: www.stmoregb.org System website: www.gracesystem.org
St. Thomas More Annual Appeal – May, 2013
Dear Friend of St. Thomas More School:
St. Thomas More School, along with nine other Catholic schools in the Green Bay area, is part of the Catholic education
system known as GRACE (Green Bay Area Catholic Education). Although the support of these ten schools mainly comes
from GRACE and the 23 parishes supporting the system, as well as tuition from our families, each school is still responsible
for doing their own third source funding. St. Thomas More includes our Annual Appeal as part of our third source funding.
Donations given to this appeal will go directly to St. Thomas More School. St. Thomas More School continues to provide a
quality education for our Early Childhood through eighth grade students based on a curriculum that stresses the development
of the whole child in a creative and safe environment. The Christian morals, values and lessons taught in our school will
serve our students, church and community well for years to come as these young people become our future leaders.
However, the struggle to meet expenses and remain viable is a constant one. St. Thomas More serves a diverse urban
population and many lower income families. Any donations, large or small, are greatly needed and appreciated. Donations to
the STM Annual Appeal provide an ideal way to fulfill the Gospel mandate to pass on the legacy of the Catholic faith to all
generations. Your financial gift will enable you to respond to this divine challenge, and help us to meet our fundraising goal.
Please consider a tax-deductible donation, large or small, that will help enable this excellent school to thrive for many years
to come. As an alumnus of St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, St. Mary of the Angels or SS. Peter and Paul School, or St. Thomas
More School, a parent or grandparent of these students, or someone who believes in or has benefitted from a quality Catholic
education, your donation and support of the St. Thomas More Annual Appeal will be especially appreciated. The community
of St. Thomas More School thanks God for your generous giving and asks Him to bless your days abundantly. We ask that
you continue to keep our school and families in your prayers.
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St. Thomas More Catholic School Annual Appeal – May, 2013
I am pleased to support the St. Thomas More Annual Appeal with a gift of ________________________________________
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Please make check payable to “STM Catholic School Annual Appeal”.
Send donations to: St. Thomas More Annual Appeal, 650 S. Irwin Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54301. Thank you!
Calendar of Events
Monday…………………………………...………..May 27
Parish Office closed for Memorial Day
Thursday…………………………………...……...May 30
9:30 am……………..Tour: Holy Rosary School, Kewaunee
Saturday…………………………………...……..…June 1
10:00 am……………………………..Priesthood Ordination
Sunday………...NO COFFEE & ROLLS……......June 2
10:00 am……………….Outdoor Corpus Christi Procession
Monday…………………………………...…………June 3
9:35 am………Tour: St. Thomas More School grades 1 & 2
Saturday…………………………………...……..…June 8
10:00 am-noon…………………Planting in Mary’s Garden
Sunday…………………………………...……..…...June 9
10:00 am…………Dignity of Life-BWC Conference Room
Monday…………………………………...……..…June 10
5:30 pm…………………….Natural Family Planning-BWC
Thursday…………………………………...……...June 13
Morning…Tour: Holy Trinity, Oconto, Walking Pilgrimage
Friday…………………………………...………....June 14
9:30 am………..Tour: Weyauwega Squires & Squire Roses
Saturday-Friday……………………………….June 16-21
TOTUS TUUS
Tuesday…………………………………...……….June 18
2:00 pm……………………...Tour: St. Cloud Shrine Group
Wednesday…………………………………...……June 19
TBA pm…………………Totus Tuus Family Potluck-BWC
Friday…………………………………...………....June 21
Fortnight for Freedom begins with 7:45 am Mass
with Bp. Ricken at St. Joseph Chapel on Diocese Campus
Monday…………………………………...………..June 24
4:30 pm………………...Third Order of Carmelites (OCDS)
Thursday…………………………………...……...June 27
2:00 pm…………...Tour: Catholic Financial Life, Appleton
St. John the Evangelist Parish
413 Saint John Street, Green Bay, WI 54301 920-436-6380
Liturgical Schedule Monday: 8:30 am - Adoration & Morning Prayer
Tuesday: 8:30 am - Mass
Wednesday: 8:30 am - Adoration & Rosary
Thursday: 8:30 am - Mass
Friday: 8:30 am - Adoration & Morning Prayer
9:15 am - Bible Study
Saturday: 3:00 - 3:30 pm Reconciliation
4:00 pm - Vigil Mass
Sunday: 8:30 am (Deaf Community Mass)
10:45 am - Mass
Cathedral Book & Gift Stop by and see the new line of Cathedral Greeting Cards designed exclusively for St. Francis Xavier Cathedral by Tena Klessig. Sacrament Gifts, Mystic Monk Coffee, Bibles, Brother Francis DVDs
Hours: Mon-Fri. 9:30 - 5:00, Sat. 10-4 Closed Sunday and Holidays
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May Prayer Intentions of
Pope Francis: Apostleship of Prayer
Administrators of Justice. That administrators of justice
may act always with integrity and right conscience.
Seminaries. That seminaries, especially those of mission
churches, may form pastors after the Heart of Christ, fully
dedicated to proclaiming the Gospel.
LOVE LIFE COLLECTION This is the last weekend the bassinet will be out to collect donations. If you still have something to bring, please put it in one of the Love Life baskets at the church entrances. Many thanks to all who have donated! All donations are put to good use in our community. Starting next month, we will put a monthly request in the bulletin. Please help if you are able. God bless you and thanks for your support!
CATHEDRAL WEBSITE UPDATE Check out St. Francis Xavier Cathedral’s website (http://
sfxcathedralgb.com/) to view the new page for Religious
Vocations where you will find a link to "Called to Be"
video and a link to "We Invite You" page. We pray that this
will take root in the hearts of women who view this page.
Please visit: http://sfxcathedralgb.com/ReligiousVocations.
CREDO FAITH FORMATION 2013-14 REGISTRATION…MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Registration for the 2013-14 Credo year will take place following masses on August 3, 4, 10, and 11th. This
includes any child or teen in grades 1-12 and anyone who will be preparing for the sacraments of First Confession,
First Holy Communion, and Confirmation. Please note that starting in September, 2013, preparation classes for
First Confession and First Holy Communion will be extended to encompass the entire Credo year.
It’s time to register for “Totus Tuus” Parish Youth Mission, June 16-21, 2013! Visit http://sfxcathedralgb.com/TotusTuus to find a brochure and flyer explaining more details of the week-long
mission plus registration forms you can download and send in. Registration forms are also available in the Credo
Faith Formation Office. Please send all registration forms with payment to St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Att:
Totus Tuus, 139 S. Madison Street, Green Bay, WI 54301. For questions, call Connie DeMeuse at 227-8546 or
[email protected]. It looks to be another grace-filled, fun week for all youth in grades 1-12!
Totus Tuus Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed for the upcoming summer youth mission from June 16-21,, 2013. Teen volunteers are
needed to help with the day sessions from 9am-2:30pm, June 17-21. Volunteers are needed to provide lunch by
noon each day, June 17-21 for the TT team of 4. Lunch is brought to the BWC at your convenience. Volunteers
are needed to help with the Wednesday Pot Luck Dinner from 5-6:30pm. Contact Connie DeMeuse at
[email protected] or 227-8546 to volunteer your time!
CREDO FAITH FORMATION
“FROM THE HEART”
Reflections on receiving Jesus in the Most Holy Eucharist
from Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral First Holy Communicants:
“Thank you God for the gift of Holy Communion. I was very happy when I received You. I hope that one
day I can be with You in Heaven. Amen.” Sam N.
“Dear God, Thank you for giving me this special day to receive my first Holy Communion. I got to re-
ceive you in first Holy Communion with Father Girotti. It made me feel very special even if I was scared
not knowing what it would feel like. I received Holy Communion a second time this past Sunday. It made
me feel awesome.” Love, Brayden C.
“Dear God, Thank You God for coming to me through the gift and sacrifice of your Son Jesus Christ. I
ask that he stays with me and guides me in my life.” Hayden Z.
“Dear God, Thank you, thank you, thank you for coming to me in Holy Communion and all the other
sacraments. Please help me know what job I’ll have when I grow up. I’ve still got some time but I’d like
some help. I’ve got some ideas, here they are: a priest, a deacon, my dad’s new business, be a semi-truck
driver, or be a farmer.” Love, one of your children, David M.
“Thank you God for letting Yourself into me, now I will willingly give myself to you. Amen” Catherine S.
“Dear God, my first Holy Communion experience was joy, awesomeness, coolest, funnest thing that ever
happened to me! It was so fun that I almost exploded into pieces of joy! Thank you for making me feel
joy.” Love, Joseph P.
“Dear God, This day was the best! I got to go to Red Robin. I got to have cake. But the best thing about
this day was I got to receive YOU!” David G.