Vocation Views Through your baptism you are God’s

servant and a light to others. With whom will you share your light? Consider a vocation to the conse-

crated life or priesthood. (Isaiah 49: 3, 5-6)

Blessing of the Candles on February 1-2

Prior to the start of the liturgy at each weekend Mass on February 1-2, the

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, candles will be blessed. This is to re-mind us of the Light that has come

into the world in Jesus, to which we, baptized into his dying and rising, are

to witness. You are invited to bring your candles from home to the gath-

ering space for this blessing.

KC Breakfast Jan. 19th Spirit of Life Knights of Columbus will be having a pancake, sausage and egg

breakfast January 19th . Free-will offering; proceeds to benefit Mandan

Catholic Schools. Serving times will be 9 am to 1 pm

NO 9 AM MASS on Wednesday January 22nd

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Confirmation will be January 26th at 6 pm Mass.

PA RIS H N EWS & E VE NTS Lord Hear Our Prayers… Please pray for the following parishioners who are struggling with illnesses:

Helen Bullinger, Gary Becker, Lulla Ferderer, Lance Prange, Jessica Hanson, Doris Brown, Clem Stein, Leona Haas, Wayne Lang, Geraldine Lee, Bill Tescher, Toni Snider, Kristi Sorbo, Adam Francisco, Jerry Feist, Tom Raddhol, Jeannette Doll, Jerry Lee, Kelvin Kopp, Rachal Wald, Bill Hagerott, Bernard Kraft, Hannah Miller, Brian O’Harra, Shirley Banyai, Ella & Duane Kitzman, Helen Bullinger, Rachel Wald, Brandon Kuhn, Richard Schulz, Charlotte Bunnell, John Swallow, Mark Franck, Rosemary Meyhoff, Eunice Miller , and Gordon Polanchek

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TEEN NIGHT Calling all Teens

FRESHMAN to SENIOR: You are invited to join us for Teen

Night, which now meets every other Wednesday night at 6:30 pm.

See the schedule below:

Jan. 22 Meet in Teen Room 6:30

Feb. 5 Meet in Teen Room 6:30

Feb. 19 Meet in Teen Room 6:30

Feb. 28 Deadline for registering for March Search

March 5 Ash Wednesday – see you at Mass

Did You Know? Bishop David Kagan will be at Spirit of Life at the 6 PM Mass next Sunday, January 26th, to confirm approximately twenty of our young men and women. Please keep these young people in your prayers as they “who have been baptized continue on the path of Christian initiation through the sacrament of con-firmation. In this sacrament they receive the Holy Spirit whom the Lord sent upon the apostles on Pentecost. This giving of the Holy Spirit conforms believers more fully to Christ and strengthens them so that they may bear witness to Christ for the building up of his Body in faith and love” (Rite of Confirma-tion, Introduction).

Lighthouse CD of the Week Aborting America: The Story of an Ex-Abortionist and Ex-Atheist By Bernard Nathanson Bernard Nathanson is an American medical doctor from New York who helped to found the National Abortion Rights Action League,

but who is now a pro-life activist. He gained national attention by becoming one of the founding members of the National Abortion Rights Action League, now known as NARAL Pro-Choice America. He worked with Betty Friedan and others for the legalization of abortion in the United States. He was also for a time the director of the Center for Reproductive and Sex-ual Health New York's largest abortion clinic. Nathanson has written that he was responsible for more than 75,000 abor-tions throughout his pro-choice career.

Largest Baby Shower Celebrate Sanctity of Human Life during January! Be part of “The Largest Baby Shower.” Baby items are needed to re-stock FirstChoice Clinic – West’s Family Boutique for clients who participate in the ‘Earn While You Learn’ parenting program. New Items Needed: diapers (size NB, 2, 3, & 4’s), baby wipes, diaper creams, NB onesies & NB sleepers (0-12 month), infant socks, bottles, sippy cups, pacifiers, bibs, baby lotion, baby wash, baby shampoo, baby fingernail clippers, baby combs, baby towels and washcloths, crib sheets, nursing covers, nurs-ing pads, boppy (nursing pillow), burp cloths, teething toys, diaper bags, and Cash Wise and Central Market gift cards. Drop off at Cash Wise Foods, and Central Market. Sponsored by KNDR 104.7, Cash Wise Foods and Central Market. Ques-tions? Call FirstChoice Clinic – West @ 701.751.4575 or go to teamfirstchoice.com.

ST E WA RD SHIP A W A Y O F L I F E

Because of your generosity, 237adults and 208 children were fed through the Spirit of Life Food Pantry in Decem-ber, 34 people were assisted in other areas. 106 children benefited from the Angel Tree and through Care & Share. TIME: Adoration, saying the Rosary, praying for others in need, help with funerals, assisting homebound, funeral lunches, hospital or nursing home visits, soup kitchen TALENT: Parish committees, office help, music SERVICE: Altar Server, Eucharistic Minister, Hospitality, Ushers, Music, Educational Ministries TOTAL MEALS SERVED AT SOUP KITCHEN IN DECEMBER: 206 TOTAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS IN DECEMBER: 486 TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS CONTRIBUTED IN DECEMBER: 1270.75 STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT:As Catholics, we are not to focus only on ourselves but are called by our baptism to reach out and share our time, talent, and treasure with our brothers and sisters.

Weekly Contributions Dec 24 &25………………………….…………..$8,938.78 Dec 28 & 29……………………………………..$8,875.95 Solemnity of Mary……………………..…....$1,186.38 Jan. 4 & 5………………………...……………….$8,299.36 Jan. 11 & 12 ……...………………………...…..$8,466.56 Automatic Deposit Donations Dec ....... $3,580.00

Building on Our Spirit Capital Campaign Amount Received in December.................................... $2,330.00

Contributions made to the building fund will be used for building maintenance.

Thank you for your generosity and continued support of this important ministry

Lord Teach Me To Pray-Part 1 Part I, Praying Christian Virtues (12 weeks), introduces Ignatian prayer and spirituality in the way that St. Ignatius himself introduced people; i.e., by structuring their initial prayer experience around the Christian Virtues. There will be a Part 1 Series for women which will begin on January 20th, 2014. The Series for men will be postponed until further no-tice. Call the parish office for more details 663-1660.

KC Spaghetti Dinner The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus will be hosting a spa-ghetti dinner Saturday February 1, 2014. The dinner will be held from 5-7 pm at Christ the King Parish Life Center. Pro-ceeds will go to benefit education of seminarians. Cost will be $6 for adults and $3 for children.

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ATTN Veterans’ Families A new PTSD Veterans' Families Support Group has formed in Bismarck especially for families of Veterans who are deal-ing with PTSD. This new group meets every Third Thursday of the month at the AmVets Club, 2402 Railroad Ave., Bis-marck, ND. A light dinner is available to the attendees at no charge. The meeting starts at 7 pm and runs until approxi-mately 8:30 pm. For more information, contact Ruby Dan-nenfelzer, 701-255-2410.

Job Position Opening Church of the Ascension has a position open for a Parish Secretary. The Parish Secretary, with a warm and friendly personality and people skills, serves and helps those who contact the parish to be received as Christ so that they may experience hospitality and love. Qualifications: A Catholic in good standing; proficient in computer usage, good knowledge of word processing and desktop publishing software. This person is to possess good oral, written and telephone communication skills and a working knowledge of office procedures and equipment. Successfully complete the Diocese of Bismarck background check. This is a part time position, about 30 hours per week. To apply send a cover letter and resume to Jan Sitter, Church of Ascension, 1905 South Third Street, Bismarck, ND 58504 or email jcsitter@ascensionbismarck.org; or call 701-223-3606. Position is open until filled.

Real Presence Radio’s banquet fundraiser February 25th, 2014 at the Ramkota Hotel in Bismarck with guest speaker Steve Ray, Catholic author, film producer, pilgrimage guide, & frequent guest on EWTN who converted from Protestant Christianity in 1994. This event is a fund-raiser for the network of Catholic radio stations providing coverage to North Dakota & Minnesota. Attendees can host a table & invite friends, sponsor a table, or they can attend on their own. Attendees must RSVP by February 10th, 2014 by calling 1-877-7950122.

Natural Family Planning Class A series of classes for the sympto-thermal method of Natu-ral Family Planning will be held Saturdays: Feb. 1, Feb. 15 and March 1 from 9-11 a.m. in the basement at the Church of Saint Anne in Bismarck. Cost is $135. Registration is re-quired. For more information, call Carmen Devney at 471-2363 or email hoofprince@hotmail.com.

Young Adult Life in the Spirit Retreat (18-35 yrs) Feb. 7-9 at St. Francis Retreat Center. Hankinson, ND. Guest Presenter: Tom Beale Spiritual Director: Fr. Neil Pfeifer Life in the Spirit involves allowing Jesus Christ to be the Lord of your life and assists you in surrendering more fully to the power of the Holy Spirit. Register online: www.fargodiocese.org/lifeinthespirit

Church of Saint Martin Huff, North Dakota January 26th, 11 am Mass

Mass Intention ........................................................................................... Reader ............................................................................... Kendra Miller Eucharist Ministers .......................... Joe Bauer & Katrina Miller Server ................................................................................. Kendra Miller Collections Jan. 12th .................................... Env. $633, Loose $6

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Business of the Month

Church of Saint Anthony Saint Anthony, North Dakota January 26th , 9 am Mass

Mass Intention ......................................................... †Patricia Boehm Reader ......................................................................................... Al Gustin Eucharist Ministers ...................................................... Patty Berger …………………………………...Sheila Ressler & Melissa Rebenitsch Sacristan .................................................................................... Al Gustin Servers ......................................... Jameson Ellingson & Mya Miller Gift Bearers ......................................................... Joh Steckler Family Prayers ......................................................... Jonathan Marohl Family Collections Jan. 12th…………………Env. $175, Loose $83.74

Right To Life March Bismarck/Mandan Right to Life will sponsor our annual March for Life on Sunday, January 19th at 2 pm on the capitol steps. Abortion has now claimed over 50 million innocent babies in our country since Roe vs. Wade. Come join us in prayer as we beg the Lord to end abortion on demand in our country. A reception will follow. For more information call 258-5379.

The Culture of Life Mass January 22nd is the 41st observation of that abomination, Roe V Wade. You are invited to The Culture of Life Mass to be cele-brated by Bishop Kagan at St. Mary's Church January 22, 2014 at 7:00 pm. A rosary and procession from St. Alexius Hospital will precede the Mass. Those Sir Knights interested in partici-pating in the 4th Degree Honor Guard, should be at St. Alexius by 6:00 pm. Those who wish to participate in the procession lead by the Honor Guard should be at St. Alexius South en-trance by 6:20. Please spread the word far and wide regard-ing this Mass and Rosary.

A Guide for Today’s Parent As part of Catholic Schools Week, all area parents are invited to attend “Getting Back to the Basics: A Guide for Today’s Parent” by Father Michael Schmitz. The presentation will take place on Monday, January 27th at 7:00 PM in the Main Gym of St. Mary’s Central High School in Bismarck. Father Schmitz is a nationally recognized speaker and is currently the Chaplain of the Newman Center at the University of Min-nesota-Duluth. His talks and presentations can be heard on numerous Lighthouse Catholic Media CD’s. For your conven-ience, daycare services will also be available in room 308 be-ginning at 6:40 PM.

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Parish Office 801 1st Street SE • Mandan, ND 58554 Phone ...................................................................................... 701-663-1660 Hours ............................................. Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Staff attends Mass from 9:00 to 9:40 am Website ............................................................. www.myspiritoflife.com Prayer Chain Call the parish office at 701-663-1660 for Prayer Line. Hospitalized or Homebound Call Mari Jo of Outreach Ministry at 663-1660.

Parish Staff Pastor Msgr. Chad Gion .................................................... frgion@gmail.com Associate Pastor Fr. Chris Kadrmas ............................... fr_chris_kadrmas@yahoo.com Deacons Dcn. Jerry Volk ................................................................. 701-590-0488 Dcn. Gary Mizeur ............................................................ 701-751-1112 Liturgical Music Director Nancy Darling ......................................... nancy@myspiritoflife.com Director of Religious Education Deb Rath ........................................................ deb@myspiritoflife.com Outreach Ministry Mari Jo Sigl .............................................. marijo@myspiritoflife.com Finance/Business Administrator Cheryl Hansen ........................................ cheryl@myspiritoflife.com Parish Secretary Sandy Marcellais .................................... office@myspiritoflife.com Magen Dinga .......................................... magen@myspiritoflife.com Maintenance .......................................... Tom Stastny & Tim O’Keefe Trustees ........................................... Pat Lengenfelder & Karen Rohr

Eucharistic Liturgies Weekend ................................... Saturday 9:00 am and 5:00 pm .....................................Sunday 9:00 am, 11:00 am and 6:00 pm Weekday .................................................................. Monday 8:00 am .............................................. Tuesday-Friday 7:00 am & 9:00 am .......................... Mass in Extraordinary Form, Friday 5:30 pm

Please refer to the inside of the bulletin for possible changes in Mass times.

Perpetual Adoration Adoration occurs every day, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Everyone is welcome to stop in any time the church is open from 8 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday, and Sunday morn-ings from 8 am – noon. We can still use a second adorer on several hours. Anyone interested in signing up for an hour a week should call the office at 663-1660.

Sacraments Reconciliation: Saturday 8:40-8:55 am & 3:30-4:30 pm Sunday: 8:00-8:30 am Tuesday thru Friday: 6:40-6:55 am & 8:40 am-8:55 am or you may call for an appointment.

Baptism: Contact the parish office at 701-663-1660. Bap-tism are scheduled for the 1st and 3rd weekend of every month.

Marriage Preparation: Contact the parish office at least 12 months, but no less than 6 months, prior to wedding date. See parish website for Wedding Ceremony Guidelines.

Parish website: www.myspiritoflife.com

Mass Schedule Monday, 1/20 8:00 am Mass Tuesday, 1/21, Thursday1/23, Friday, 1/24 7:00 am Mass 7:30 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am Mass Wednesday, 1/22 7:00 am Mass 7:30 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am NO MASS Friday, 1/24 5:30 pm Tridentine Mass (Traditional Latin Mass) Saturday, 1/25 9:00 am Mass 5:00 pm Mass of the Lord’s Day Sunday, 1/26 9:00 am Mass of the Lord’s Day 11:00 am Mass of the Lord’s Day 6:00 pm Mass of the Lord’s Day

Weekly Schedule of Events Mon. 1/20 6:00 pm LTMTP (1) Tues. 1/21 7:00 pm LTMTP (2B) Weds. 1/22 6:30 pm Religious Ed (grades 1-4) Teen Night 7:00 pm Confirmation Candidate and Sponsor Session/Rehearsal Thurs. 1/23 11:30 am Soup Kitchen Sun. 1/26 6:00 pm Confirmation Mass

Mass Intentions Mon. 1/20 8:00 am Tues. 1/21 7:00 am †Alex Miller 9:00 am Wed. 1/22 7:00 am Spirit of Life 9th Grade Students 9:00 am NO MASS Thurs. 1/23 7:00 am 9:00 am †Jack & †Frances Benz Fri. 1/24 7:00 am 9:00 am Sat. 1/25 9:00 am 5:00 pm †Daniel Ewalt Sun. 1/26 9:00 am † Jacob Fleck 11:00am †Cody Breuer 6:00pm

Readings for the Week of Jan. 19, 2014 Sunday: Is 49:3, 5-6/1 Cor 1:1-3/Jn 1:29-34 Monday: 1 Sm 15:16-23/Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday: 1 Sm 16:1-13/Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday: 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51/Mk 3:1-6 Thursday: 1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7/Mk 3:7-12 Friday: 1 Sm 24:3-21/Mk 3:13-19 Saturday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22/Mk 16:15-18 Next Sunday: Is 8:23--9:3/1 Cor 1:10-13, 17/Mt 4:12- 23 or 4:12-17 ©Liturgical Publications Inc