St. Leo the Great Parish, Tyndall, SD

St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Springfield, SD

Fr. Joseph Forcelle Cell # 605-670-9965

pastor@stleotyndall.com (Parish Office Closed Monday)

Business Manager: Mary Minow

stleochurch@hcinet.net St. Leo Parish Office

hours 9am-5pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Bulletin deadline: Wednesday Noon

St. Leo the Great Parish 100 East 20th Avenue

P. O. Box 47 Tyndall, SD 57066

605-589-3504

www.stleotyndall.com

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St. Vincent de Paul Parish 1203 Wood Street, Springfield, SD

Mailing Address: P. O. Box 47, Tyndall, SD 57066

Sacrament of Reconciliation Penance

St. Leo - Tyndall Saturday at 4:45pm Sunday at 7:45am

St. Vincent - Springfield After Sunday 10:30am Mass

(or by appointment)

Baptism On weekends by appointment.

Pre-baptismal meeting required for first time parents—best done

PRIOR to child’s birth.

Marriage Diocesan Policy requires six (6)

months preparation for all couples planning marriage. A wedding can

NOT be booked until this preparation is underway. Contact

Fr. Joseph Forcelle well in advance of any desired marriage date.

Ever since my arrival in Tyndall nine years ago, I have been engaged in a special project which is now nearing completion. Fr. Francis Cronin, who was pastor here for nearly twenty years, spent a great deal of time and energy securing many relics of saints. Among these relics, which all have documentation, are three very special ones. Because of this, I have been preparing for the public display of these relics in our

daily Mass chapel. Roger Gregg of Yankton recently built and installed the display cabinet as a memorial to the Gravholt family (Bobbi Zimmerman’s relatives). We will be adding lighting to the display soon. A booklet describing each relic and the saint from whom the relic came is available to all members of the parish. Fr. Cronin made several trips to Rome and other holy sites during his time as St. Leo’s pastor. When he brought back each relic he would take time to show and explain each one to the congregation, but many people don’t recall these presentations. The three very special relics are a fragment of the True Cross of Jesus, a bone fragment from St. Leo the Great, and a tiny fragment of the veil of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The relics of two Apostles, Peter and John, are embedded in the altar stone in front of the tabernacle in the high altar in the main church. We also have a relic of another Apostle, Andrew, Peter’s older brother. The tradition of securing relics and honoring them is as old as Christianity itself. During times of severe persecution, the only safe place to celebrated Mass was in a crypt or cemetery. A stone tomb was often used as the altar. Today we have altar stones containing relics of martyrs in them to remind us of those days of persecution. If you were to ask them to see their collection, the Benedictine Sisters at Sacred Heart Monastery in Yankton have an entire room displaying dozens of relics. These also are all documented as authentic. This practice is to remind us that we are “surrounded by a cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), those who have gone before us and wait for us in heaven. It is a practice meant to inspire us to imitate their faith and sacrifices. I pray that our small display will do just that in the years ahead.

Father Joe Forcelle, pastor

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

June 28, 2020

You are a chosen race, a royal

priesthood, a holy nation; announce

the praises of him who called you out

of darkness into his wonderful light.

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Daily Bible Readings June 29-July 5

Saints Peter & Paul, Apostles Readings Mon. Acts of the Apostles 12:1-11; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18;

Matthew 16:13-19 Tues. Amos 3:1-8; 4:11-12; Matthew 8:23-27 Wed. Amos 5:14-15, 21-24; Matthew 8:28-34 Thurs. Amos 7:10-17; Matthew 9:1-8 Fri. Ephesians 2:19-22; John 20:24-29 Sat. Amos 9:11-15; Matthew 9:14-17

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Readings Sun. Zechariah 9:9-10; Romans 8:9, 11-13

Matthew 11:25-30

FLOWER/GARDEN TOUR Dakota Senior Meals of Springfield SD are hosing a Flower/Garden tour on Sunday, June 28, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Tour the homes of the following local families who would love for you to see their flowers:

Darlene Aderman and Don Irish Vern and Donna Kaul Steve and Bev Miedema Ron Mitten and Emersyn Tucker Larry, Deb and Francis Palsma

Merlin and Cindy Tolsma (additional sites may be added). Tickets are $10 and are available at Dakota Sr. Meals.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DURING THIS CRISIS As Father Joe indicated our parish has an emergency fund to assist families and individuals who may need rent assistance or utility payments. Such assistance is paid directly to the landlord or company, not the individual or family requesting help. Simply call Father Joe at 605-589-3504.

Relief fund established for COVID-19 In response to Bishop Donald E. DeGrood’s request that we unite as brothers and sisters in the Lord and have great confidence in Him, the Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota has established the COVID-19 Relief Fund

to provide financial resources to people in eastern South Dakota who are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage those who are able to give to this fund. Assistance will be given through local parishes/pastors. To learn more or to donate, go to www.CCFESD.org. Access to the application form can be found through the diocesan portal for forms and policies.

Masses this week June 29-July 5

Mon. No Mass (Fr. Joe’s Day Off) Tues. 8:30am SL-Tyndall +Michael Forcelle Wed. 8:30am SL-Tyndall +John F., Edith T., & Donald Post Thurs. 8:30am SL-Tyndall +Deceased Members of Stadler Family Fri. 8:30am SL-Tyndall +Marjorie Novotney

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Masses Sat. 5:30pm SL-Tyndall +John & Joan Lee Sun. 8:30am SL-Tyndall SL & SV Members 10:30am SV-Springfield +Cathleen Tellinghusen

Message of Harmony and Love In the wake of the current events ranging from the pandemic to the divide that is not only gripping our nation but our entire world at this time, Bishop DeGrood prays for us all with a message of harmony and love. www.sfcatholic.org. It's God's love that is going to help us find harmony where there is great disharmony and injustice, much like Jesus and His suffering and the great injustice He endured. God bless you all.

“Bishop’s Cup” Benefiting Broom Tree Retreat & Conference Center

Ready to get out of the house and enjoy the outdoors? Join us on August 24 for this year’s Bishop’s Cup golf tournament! This charity event for the benefit of Broom Tree Retreat and Conference Center is held on Sioux Falls’ two premier golf

courses; Minnehaha Country Club and The Country Club of Sioux Falls. Participants will have the opportunity to play in the Bishop’s Scramble or the Bishop’s Challenge with the overall low net in each category taking home the coveted crystal trophy for their parish! We sold out both courses 5 weeks early in both 2018 and 2019 so don’t wait to register! Our website, www.ccfesd.org, has all the information you need! We will continue to monitor and adhere to the advice given by health and government officials regarding social distancing and the coronavirus pandemic. Be assured that all precautions will be taken to ensure the safety of all involved. We are hopeful that this will be a fun event of fellowship and support of Broom Tree.

MINISTRY SCHEDULE - July 4-5

Mass Times Eucharistic Min. Servers Lector Money Counters

Saturday at St. Leo July 4, 5:30pm

Pamela Novak

Karsten Kozak Kenadee Kozak

Peg Winckler

N/A

Sunday at St. Leo July 5, 8:30am

John Cihak

Hannah Cuka Jacob Cuka Caleb Cuka

Charlotte Cihak

Donna & Ron Zimmerman

Bobbi Zimmerman

Sunday at St. Vincent July 5, 10:30am

Mary Hurd

Grace Eastman Nevaeh Myers Kashius Tucker

Carl Eastman

Connie Miller Alice Petrik

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Counseling Services Catholic Family Services is committed to offering counseling services to clients (adults, teens and children) during this unique time due to Covid 19. We are offering in-person counseling sessions with additional cleaning between sessions. We are also offering counseling sessions through a telehealth program which is HIPPA compliant and user friendly. Potential clients can call Catholic Family Services at 605-988-3775 to schedule an in-person appointment or a telehealth appointment.

GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A SPOUSE Will begin on July 28 through September 1 with social distancing protocols in place at Catholic Family Services, 523 N Duluth, Sioux Falls. This program is

for adults who have lost a spouse and are trying to cope with the pain of separation and loss. Role change and loneliness are secondary losses which can complicate the grieving process. The program will offer assistance in coping with this change and making healthy readjustments. Non-denominational. Cost Donation. Call 988-3775 or 1-800-700-7867 to register.

Taste the Goodness Saturday August 29 – 5pm to 9pm

We are planning for a fabulous event to benefit the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House! We are hopeful that this event will go on, but as with all large gatherings, we know there is a chance it may not happen. However, our plan is still hold our popular mobile bidding silent auction no matter what! The Catholic Community Foundation is excited to announce that the 6th Annual “Taste the Goodness” event benefitting the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House will take place on August 29. We will continue to monitor and adhere to the advice of medical and government officials regarding the uncertainties of the Coronavirus pandemic, however, we are hopeful that this wonderful event can happen to support the important work of the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House. Now more than ever, the mission of the Dudley House needs our support. Be assured that adjustments will be made to ensure the safety of all involved. For on-going event updates or to purchase your ticket to Taste the Goodness, visit our website www.ccfesd.org or give our office a call at 605-988-3765.

Are You Going On Vacation? Many of our parish families are planning to get away for some summer fun and relaxation in the next few months. We pray that your vacation time will be safe and a source of many happy memories. However, please don’t take your parish offering with you. Each summer our parish office struggles to

juggle the bills as Sunday offerings decrease significantly. If you find that you tend to forget your envelope more often during the less structured weeks of summer, please consider our electronic giving program. Consider doing a bill payment out of your bank checking account to the church. You can do this weekly or monthly. It’s simple! It’s safe! And it keeps God at the top of your giving list even when you are away!

Words of Wisdom Retreat The world feels a little crazy these days, but in these uncertain times, we can rely on the certainty of God. He is a Father who keeps His promises, to us, today. Consider joining Dr. Chris Burgwald for a day long Words of Wisdom Retreat. The retreat is Saturday, July 25th, 9:00am to 4:00pm, at the Abbey of the Hills. Lunch is included, and recommended health guidelines will be followed. During Words of Wisdom participants will learn from master Scott by reading his book, A Father Who Keeps His Promises, and then gathering with people from around the diocese for a day of discussion and prayer to unpack the book. As noted Catholic author, professor and speaker, Hahn explores the covenant love God reveals to us in Scriptures and explains how God patiently reaches out to restore us into relationship with His divine family. You’ll discover how the patient love of the Father revealed in the Bible is the same persistent love He has for you today. To register, please go to www.sfcatholic.org/wow. With questions, please contact Dr. Chris’s assistant, Audrey, at aanderson@sfcatholic.org or 605-988-3748.

A Family Perspective By Bud Ozar

Today’s gospel challenges us to resist the individualism of our culture. Everything we are and have is pure gift which we are expected to share especially to the “lowly ones.” What has been freely given needs to be shared freely. No strings attached.

coming Events Sundays ……..... Praying Rosary in the Prayer Garden , 7:00pm Mon. Aug 3 …..…...……………. KC meeting, 7:30pm, FCMC Tues. Aug 11 …. SL Parish Council Meeting in FCMC, 7:00pm

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2020 CFSA Our 2020 parish CFSA goal for St. Leo’s is $29,000 and St. Vincent’s is $9,000. Currently we have reached 106.78% of our goal at St. Leo and 77.07% at St. Vincent. Thank you to all who have generously made contributions to this year’s collection. If you have not yet contributed, will you join our parish family in sharing a portion of the blessings God has entrusted to you? With your help we can reach our goal. Remember all amounts received above our goal will remain in the parish. St. Leo St. Vincent Total $30,965.00 Total $6,936.00 Paid $26,105.00 Paid $6,087.50 Pledged $ 4,860.00 Pledged $ 848.50

Children’s Collection: June 21, 2020: St. Leo - $3.00 St. Vincent - $7.00

Stewardship Report A weekly financial report to the people of

St. Vincent de Paul Parish Needed per month ..……..……………........... $2,800.00 June weeks income .……………….…..……. $1,629.00 Weekly income for 06/21/2020 ……….....…. $ 632.00 Monthly income to date ..…............................ $2,261.00

Stewardship Report A weekly financial report to the people of

St. Leo the Great Parish Needed per month …...………..…………… $10,000.00 June weeks income .……………….…..……. $5,489.00 Weekly income for 06/21/2020 ……….....…. $2,527.00 Monthly income to date ..…............................ $8,016.00

Kindergarten Sign-up If you have a child entering into Kindergarten this Fall 2019 and would like to enroll your child in Religious Education, please contact the parish office at 589-3504. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

K-12 Religious Education

& Martha’s Kitchen We are needing catechist for grades K-5 classes. Contact Camille Sykora at 605-464-0058 if you are interested in serving with this ministry. Your help is much appreciated!

We are needing catechist for grades 6-12 classes. We need volunteers to help with Martha’s Kitchen this year. Contact the rectory at 605-589-3504 if you are interested in serving with these ministries. Your help is much appreciated!

Your prayers requested We ask you to keep in your prayers Tucker Peschl & Carrie Wiepen who will be married at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Helena, NE on Saturday, July 18. He belonged to St. Leo the Great Parish. We pray that the Lord bless them as they prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony and devote their lives together as husband and wife.

Online Programs The Benedictine Peace Center is offering more interactive online programs during the month of June to deepen your spiritual experience during this crisis. Topics include “Mystics in Turbulent Times,” lectio divina with the Sunday readings, and a Scripture study on Hope. For more information, go to the webpage https://yanktonbenedictines.org/retreats-online-group/.