trusting in god, we share christ’s love by action, witness ... · —-toni rudiger rejoice...
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Weekday Mass Times:
Tuesdays 6:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 8:00 a.m.
Weekend Mass Times:
Saturdays 7:00 p.m.
Sundays 8:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Tuesdays 5:15 to 5:45 p.m.
Saturdays 6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Sundays 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
First Fridays of each month 8:30 a.m. (following 8am Mass)
Eucharistic Adoration:
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.
Sundays 6:30 p.m.
First Fridays of each month 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Website:
www.stmaxkolbe.org
Bulletin Submission:
Father Peter Manickam, Pastor
Parish Office: (715) 824-3380
Parish Secretary — Angie Sturzl 715-824-3380
Financial Secretary — Doreen Krusick 715-824-3380
Liturgical Ministry –Sharon Christensen 715-281-7784
Pastoral Council — JoAnn Doyle 715-824-2011
Scott Hintz 715-572-7420
Finance Council — Pam Zinda 715-366-2185
Building & Grounds Committee —
Leo Gonnering 571-243-0250
Parish Council of Catholic Women —
Bonnie Rogers 715-366-4425
Pro-Life Committee — Cindy Gresl 920-566-2305
Homebound & Community Ministry —
Sharon Kurzynski 715-824-5422
Family Life Committee —
Prayer Chain — Helen Buckholt 920-622-4461
Jane Bauer 715-258-9563
Sacred Steps Program — Jane Bauer 715-258-9563
SCRIP — Terri Hoerter 715-340-9816
Social Media-Betty Gonnering 703- 509-5180
Knights of Columbus —
Hospitality—Sharon Christensen 715-281-7784
Religious Education (CCD) — Monica Trzebiatowski
715-697-8457
Confirmation Program — Jeremiah Auer 715-281-9825
Guardian Angels Cemetery — Ken Trzebiatowski
715-498-6066
Hope Cemetery (Heffron) — Sharon Lorenz
715-366-4557
St. Martin Cemetery — Tom Guth 366-4104
St. Patrick Cemetery — Helen Helbach 715-824-5880
December 14-15, 2019| www.stmaxkolbe.org |Season of Advent
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A Catholic Church in Rural Southeastern Portage County, WI
8611 State Highway 54 • Almond, WI 54909
Trusting in God, We Share Christ’s Love by Action,
Witness and Glorifying the Lord by Our Lives.
Hello fellow parishioners!
I would like to take
this time to say
thank you for all
your support and
prayers as I have
been discerning a
call to religious life.
I have taken the
next step in my
discernment
process and have
entered with the Seraphic Adorers of the Child Jesus. If
you would like to learn more about the Seraphic Adorers
of the Child Jesus you can visit our small website at
https://seraphicadorers.com
Please pray for me as I continue to discern God’s call in
my life.
In Christ’s Divine Heart,
—-Toni Rudiger
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Rejoice Sunday!
Dear Loving parishioners,
Love and Peace of Christ!
Third Sunday of advent is
called Gaudete Sunday
because today’s Mass begins with the opening
antiphon: “Gaudete in Domino semper,” i.e., “Rejoice in
the Lord always.” So, to express our joy in the coming
of Jesus as our Savior into our hearts and lives, we
light the rose candle in the Advent wreath, and the
priest may wear rose vestments.
The prophet Isaiah, in the first reading, encourages the
exiled Jews in Babylon to rejoice because their God is
going to liberate them from slavery and lead them
safely to their homeland. James the Apostle also
encourages the early Christians to rejoice and wait with
patience for the imminent second coming of Jesus.
Finally, Jesus encourages John the Baptist in prison to
rejoice by casting away his wrong expectations about
the Messiah and simply accepting Jesus’ healing and
preaching ministry as the fulfillment of the Messianic
prophecy of Isaiah.
Life messages: “Go and tell others what you hear and
see.” We rejoice at the thought that Jesus is going to
be reborn in our lives, deepening in us his gifts of love,
mercy, forgiveness and the spirit of humble and
sacrificial service during this Christmas season. Hence,
let us joyfully share God’s bountiful grace, forgiveness,
and mercy with others. What Jesus commanded
John’s disciples, he commands us as well: Go and tell
others what you hear and see. This means that we
have to share with others our experience of JOY due to
the rebirth of Jesus within us.
May God Bless you,
—Fr. Peter
THIS SUNDAY!
In addition to our normally scheduled opportunities to
receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation (listed on the
front of the bulletin), There will be priests available to
hear confessions on Sunday, December 15th at
3pm at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel-Fancher.
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Birthdays
Paige Hintz 12/15
Jessica Doyle 12/16
Adam Warzynski 12/17
John Harsh 12/18
Pam Deuman 12/18
Hailey Wierzba 12/18
Steven Turzinski 12/19
Kaylee Noth 12/19
Matilda Yeska 12/19
Debi Brunner 12/20
Marty Varga 12/20
Kayla Cullen 12/20
Zachary Mocadlo 12/20
Alexandria Hukowski 12/21
Grace Auer 12/21
Anniversaries
Matt & Julie Sneller 12/16
Chuck & Betty Oswald 12/19
Bruce & Mary Stutzman 12/19
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Thanks to all of you who have contributed to the
annual appeal. You can check our parish's
progress on the poster in the gathering space; it's
on the wall outside the church doors. You can
give online at https://diolc.org/donate-online or by
returning the form you received in the
mail. Contact the office with questions.
Christmas Season Mass Schedule
December 24th Christmas Eve
4:00 pm Children’s Mass & 12:00 Midnight
December 25th Christmas Day
9:00 am
December 31st New Year’s Eve
5:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration/Confession
6:00 pm Mass
January 1st New Year’s Day
Solemnity of Mary Mother of God
9:00 am
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We welcome you to our parish family. If you wish
to join our parish, you may register by calling
the parish office.
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Arrangements must be made at least six months in
advance. Please call the parish office for an
appointment.
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Please call the parish office prior to the birth
of your child.
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Please call the parish office at 824-3380.
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Please submit Mass Intentions to the parish office or
call 715.824.3380.
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Daytime office hours will vary this month due to
training. Please call the office before coming in. If you
need to reach Angie right away, call 715-570-2089.
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Servers: Volunteers
Reader: Judy S.
Usher Captain: Alan B.
Eucharistic Ministers:
Betty G., Marlene H., Judy S., Mary S.
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Servers: Wyatt B., Carson Z., Volunteer
Reader: Pat B.
Usher Captain: Randy K.
Eucharistic Ministers:
Doreen K., Mike B., Amy B., Lindsay M.
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Servers: Alex M., Jason M., Lexi M., Volunteer
Reader: Marilyn K.
Usher Captain: Pat P.
Eucharistic Ministers:
Chad S., Gene L., Melanie C., Volunteer
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Adult Envelopes/Thanksgiving 2637.00
Offertory: 124.00
Maintenance & Repair 5.00
Religious Retirement 50.00
Immaculate Conception 895.00
Totals: $3,711.00
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Stop by the Scrip Card table to see how you can use scrip
to pay for your purchases that day, and for your other
upcoming Christmas gift needs. We have three gift card
options available: those cards we carry weekly--available
on a first-come basis; many pre-order options that take one
week to get in; and special gift card orders that take two
weeks to get in and have to be paid for in advance. Stop by
to see what we have and help the church earn money back
from your gift card purchases!
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St. Max’s is looking to hire someone to help with the
cleaning of the church building. This is a part-time position
that rotates weekly with the other cleaners. Please contact
the parish office for more information.
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We are need of volunteer money counters. If you are
interested and able to help out with this behind the scenes
ministry, contact the parish office.
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Christmas is coming quickly!
We need your help on December 22nd
following the10:00am Mass to prepare our
church for Christmas. We welcome both
seasoned veterans with years of
experience, and first-timers with new
ideas. Decorating the church, gathering
area and pastoral hallway does not take
long and is a joyful fellowship time for all
involved. Please consider joining us to
help with decorations this year!
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We will be placing our next order very soon for
subscriptions starting in March of 2020. The cost is $30
payable to St. Max’s. If you are interested, contact the
parish office at 715-824-3380. Don’t Delay!!
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Thank you all for participating and casting your votes!
The voting was extremely close! One of the candidates
emerged with the most votes while the others ended up
in two, two-way ties. For this reason, the top three were
elected and Father Peter appointed the remaining two
candidates (who tied) to serve on the council. We so
appreciate all of these wonderful individuals stepping
up to serve St. Max’s. We are so excited to have them!
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Total Donated To Date:
$141,560.00
Total Pledged For Future Payment To Date:
$63,180.00
Pledge Forms Are Available in the Gathering Space
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December 14 & 15, 2019
Before and after masses
Please bring a batch of your
Favorite Christmas Cookie to share.
Take home a box of assorted choices free
Or choose a box with a donation to the building fun
Volunteers welcome! Wyleen
High @[email protected]
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St. Stephen Parish in Stevens Point now has
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SPIRITUS is seeking Catholic young
adults, 21-29 years of age, to join the
SPIRITUS missionary team this
August. SPIRITUS ignites the faith in
thousands of young Catholics through
retreats and parish youth ministry each year!
Missionaries live in community and travel to parishes
and schools throughout Wisconsin; they receive
training, formation, spiritual direction, lodging, food, a
monthly allowance, health insurance and a $2,000
stipend upon completion of the 9-month
program. It is a unique opportunity to serve our Lord
and help young Catholics grow in faith. Visit
www.spiritusministries.org, contact Rachel at
[email protected], or (920) 722-8918
x113 for more information.
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The Pilgrimage for Life will be January 22-26, 2020.
It is for anyone ages 13 and up.
Please visit our website at: https://diolc.org/yya/youth-
opportunities/pilgrimage-for-life/
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St. Bronislava Parish seeks an experienced person for
the job of Facility Manager. This person is
responsible for the safe and efficient operation and
maintenance of the St. Bronislava Parish physical
plant which includes the school, church, rectory and
the grounds. This is a full-time position. Compensation
includes wage based on experience and benefits.
Interested persons should send a resume or a letter of
interest stating experience before December 31, 2019
to: [email protected] or mail to: Business
Office, St. Bronislava Parish, P. O. Box 158, Plover,
WI 54467
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6:10 p.m. Choir Practice
6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Confessions
7:00 p.m. MASS:+Mary Ann Doyle
By Larry & Colleen Smith
Marian Procession after 7pm Mass
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7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Confessions
8:30 a.m. MASS: For the People of St. Max’s
10:00 a.m. MASS:+Father Dan Farley
By the Auer Family
6:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration
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6:00 p.m. MASS:+Mary Ann Doyle
By Gene & Rita Lesinski
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8:00 a.m. MASS: For the Living & Deceased
members of the Donald & Cornelia
Klish Family by Cindy Klish
6:00 p.m. CCD Class/Mass
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8:00 a.m. MASS:+Father Dan Farley
By Cecilia & Konrad Radaszewski
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By Joan & Alan Baumann
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members of the Sylvester & Catherine
Mager Family by Cindy Klish
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6:10 p.m. Choir Practice
6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Confessions
7:00 p.m. MASS:+Larry & Marge Bembenek
By Family & Friends
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7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Confessions
8:30 a.m. MASS:+Don Kottke
By Shawn & Mindy Kottke
10:00 a.m. MASS: For the People of St. Max’s
6:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration
Those that had their directory photo taken
and are waiting for their 8x10, they are now
ready to be picked up. Photos can be picked
up in the gathering space after all masses
next weekend, Dec 14th and 15th.
Directories will be available at a later date.
Watch for future announcements.
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Sponsored by PCCW
December 14 & 15, 2019
Before and after masses
Please bring a batch of your
Favorite Christmas Cookie to share.
Take home a box of assorted choices free
Or choose a box with a donation to the building fun
Volunteers welcome! Wyleen
High @[email protected]
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St. Stephen Parish in Stevens Point now has
A Thursday morning Mass to 6:30 a.m.
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All are Welcome!!
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SPIRITUS is seeking Catholic young
adults, 21-29 years of age, to join the
SPIRITUS missionary team this
August. SPIRITUS ignites the faith in
thousands of young Catholics through
retreats and parish youth ministry each year!
Missionaries live in community and travel to parishes
and schools throughout Wisconsin; they receive
training, formation, spiritual direction, lodging, food, a
monthly allowance, health insurance and a $2,000
stipend upon completion of the 9-month
program. It is a unique opportunity to serve our Lord
and help young Catholics grow in faith. Visit
www.spiritusministries.org, contact Rachel at
[email protected], or (920) 722-8918
x113 for more information.
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The Pilgrimage for Life will be January 22-26, 2020.
It is for anyone ages 13 and up.
Please visit our website at: https://diolc.org/yya/youth-
opportunities/pilgrimage-for-life/
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St. Bronislava Parish seeks an experienced person for
the job of Facility Manager. This person is
responsible for the safe and efficient operation and
maintenance of the St. Bronislava Parish physical
plant which includes the school, church, rectory and
the grounds. This is a full-time position. Compensation
includes wage based on experience and benefits.
Interested persons should send a resume or a letter of
interest stating experience before December 31, 2019
to: [email protected] or mail to: Business
Office, St. Bronislava Parish, P. O. Box 158, Plover,
WI 54467
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7:00 p.m. MASS:+Mary Ann Doyle
By Larry & Colleen Smith
Marian Procession after 7pm Mass
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7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Confessions
8:30 a.m. MASS: For the People of St. Max’s
10:00 a.m. MASS:+Father Dan Farley
By the Auer Family
6:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration
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8:00 a.m. MASS: For the Living & Deceased
members of the Donald & Cornelia
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By Cecilia & Konrad Radaszewski
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By Joan & Alan Baumann
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7:00 p.m. MASS:+Larry & Marge Bembenek
By Family & Friends
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7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Confessions
8:30 a.m. MASS:+Don Kottke
By Shawn & Mindy Kottke
10:00 a.m. MASS: For the People of St. Max’s
6:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration
Those that had their directory photo taken
and are waiting for their 8x10, they are now
ready to be picked up. Photos can be picked
up in the gathering space after all masses
next weekend, Dec 14th and 15th.
Directories will be available at a later date.
Watch for future announcements.
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