MAY 27, 2018

1401 Cla rk S t re et • S tevens Po in t , WI 54481

Envelopes/Basket Summary—05/20/18 Weekly Giving $ 3,562.00 Weekly Giving Budgeted $ 5,805.00 Giving to Date $268,820.00 Budgeted to Date $272,835.00

Special Collections—05/20/18 Capital Improvements $ 215.00 _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Diocesan Annual Appeal

Goal $48,580 Total Pledged $45,824 Total Received $42,509

Parish Weekly Calendar of Events Scrip cards will not be sold after Masses this weekend!

Sunday May 27 8:00 a.m.—Rosary led by Wine, Women & Worship Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Thursday, May 31 12:00 p.m.—06/10 Bulletin Deadline Saturday, June 2 Collection for Seminarians Sunday, June 3 Collection for Seminarians

PARISH

Parish Mission Statement St. Stephen Parish, a faith-filled Catholic community, is commit-ted to sharing our gifts of time, talent and treasure within our parish, community and the Kingdom of God.

We provide opportunities for spiritual growth through Catholic education and faith formation as we proclaim the Good News.

We gather for worship and fellowship welcoming all people to be stewards of Christ on our earthly journey toward eternal life.

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May Rosary Cancelled: The 5:15 p.m. Rosary is cancelled for the month of May. Our apology for any inconvenience this causes. Scrip Will Not Be sold this weekend. Only 3 Weeks Until Picnic: Volunteer sign up sheets are now set up in the back of the church. You can work at the picnic, bake a cake or donate a basket. .

Welcome to St. Stephen Parish 2 Stevens Point, WI

MONDAY, May 28

9:00 a.m. Mass at Guardian Angel Cemetery*

*If Rain to be held at St. Peter Church at 9:30 a.m.

TUESDAY, May 29, School Mass

8:15 a.m. †Living & Deceased Members of the Kurzewski/Suchowski Families WEDNESDAY, May 30 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph Parish THURSDAY, May 31, The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8:00 a.m. †John & Irene Worzalla FRIDAY, June 1, St. Justin 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph Parish

The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ SATURDAY, June 2, Sts. Marcellinus & Peter 5:30 p.m. †Joe Swan †Jerry Suchowski SUNDAY, June 3 8:30 a.m. Living & Deceased Members of St. Stephen & St. Joseph Parishes

Liturgical Ministers June 2 and 3

Altar Servers: Sat. Mueller Family Sun. Zynda Family

Lector: Sat. Bonnie Quimby Sun. John Sullivan

Eucharistic Sat. Gert Neuendorf Ministers: Sat. Pat Dietsche/Kathy Kowalski

Sun. Deacon Mike Horgan Maurice & Joanne King Mike & Sharon Lilla Jim & Marcia Belke

Choirs: Sat. Contemporary Choir Sun. Cantor

Full Time Director of Youth Ministries for St. Stephen, St. Peter & St. Joseph Parishes: Seeking individual to work with our youth in a combined ministry position. Successful candidate will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing catechetical, sacramental preparation, relational and service programs for middle and high school teens. Applicants must be organized, self-motivated, and proficient in computer and communications skills. Work nights and weekends will be balanced with regular, agreed upon office hours. Certification or experience in Catholic youth ministry preferred. A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Religious Studies/Theology is a plus. For more information, contact Renee Schneeberg, St. Joseph Parish Office, 1709 Wyatt Ave., Stevens Point, WI 54481, or call 715-341-1617 x101. Submit your résumé and cover letter as soon as possible to rschneeberg@stjoespoint.org. Directory News: Life Touch has finished taking pictures for the parish directory. Those who did not place an order will have their free portraits delivered to the parish office. You will receive a telephone call when your picture arrives. Thank you. Bible & Prayer Books: The Par ish Education Committee is offering a comprehensive study bible for $10 (this is a 75% discounted price), as well as a family prayer book for $7. You can see and order one or both of these books at the St. Joseph Parish office. Parish Picnic: Our par ish picnic is only a few weeks away. June 17 is fast approaching. Time to think about getting your baskets ready for the Basket Raffle. Over the last 4 years, we have had around 37 gorgeous baskets and 23 items for the Mini Silent Auction. If you need a little something extra for the basket, why not purchase gift cards? These are always nice to find in the basket. If you have any questions, please call Mary Jane Zynda at 715-341-2835. Bulletin Blooper: A bean supper will be held Saturday evening in the church basement. Music will follow.

PARISH Mass Schedule and Intentions

Readings for the Week of May 27, 2018 Monday: 1 Pt 1:3-9/Ps 111:1-2, 5-6, 9 and 10c [5]/

Mk 10:17-27 Tuesday: 1 Pt 1:10-16/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [2a]/

Mk 10:28-31 Wednesday: 1 Pt 1:18-25/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15,

19-20 [12a]/Mk 10:32-45 Thursday: Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16/Is 12:2-3,

4bcd, 5-6 [6]/Lk 1:39-56 Friday: 1 Pt 4:7-13/Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13 [13b]/

Mk 11:11-26 Saturday: Jude 17, 20b-25/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6 [2b]/

Mk 11:27-33 Next Sunday: Ex 24:3-8/Ps 116:12-13, 15-16,

17-18 [13]/Heb 9:11-15/ Mk 14:12-16, 22-26

Collection for Seminarians Next Weekend June 2 and 3 Please be generous!

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AREA CHURCHES, SCHOOLS & DEANERY

Stevens Point Area Catholic Cemetery Memorial Day Mass Monday, May 28, at 9:00 a.m.: Located at the altar in the Guardian Angel Cemetery, the Rev. Arul Joseph Visuvasam will be the celebrant. Please bring a chair to sit on. In case of inclement weather, Mass will be celebrated at St. Peter Catholic Church, 800 Fourth Ave., at 9:30 a.m. Interested in purchasing burial lots in the Catholic cemeteries? Call 715-341-3236 to schedule an appointment.

St. Anthony Spirituality Center Retreats/Events: Retreats are held at 300 E. Fourth St., Marathon, WI. Contact the Center to register or for more information on any upcoming retreats at info@sarcenter.com or www.sarcenter.com or call 715-443-2236. “Living with and Learning From America’s Newest “Blessed” Father Solanus Casey” June 7-10: Cost is $275. Fr. Dan Crosby will share personal sto-ries as well as what he has learned from him about our own journey to become holy. Begins with supper at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. “Grieving & Healing - For Those Left Behind by Su-icide” June 15-17: Cost is $185. Presenter is Catherine Kuschel, M.Div., MAC, LPCC, LADC, a licensed mental health therapist and drug and alcohol counselor in Minnesota. Begins with supper at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Walk the 100-Year Journey of St. Anthony on Sunday, June 10: The second of three Centennial celebrations, a Eucharistic Procession and “Carrying of the Stones” begins at 1:00 p.m. at Veterans Park on Fourth Street in Marathon. Once at the St. Anthony Center, a welcome and cornerstone prayer service will be held. From 2-5:00 p.m., enjoy directed tours inside the historic building, a blueprint display, self-directed tours of the grounds and planting of flowers.

Holy Hour for Families, June 11: Council 1170 of the Knights of Columbus is proud to sponsor this event. The hour of prayer includes Exposition, Rosary, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Benediction, a prayer for families and Confession will take place.

Held at St. Joseph Parish, 1709 Wyatt Avenue from 7:00-8:00 p.m. All are welcome!

Pacelli Catholic Schools Full-Time Kindergarten Teacher: Opening for 2018-2019 school year. Candidates must be DPI certifiable. Email material or send letter of interest, résumé and 3 references to Gregg Hansel ghansel@pacellicatholicschools.com or to 1335 Clark Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481.

Prayer: The ultimate wireless connection!

Full-Time Teacher: St. Adalber t Catholic School in Rosholt is accepting applications for combined first/second grade classroom 2018-2019 school year. Qualified applicant will be a practicing Catholic with a minimum bachelor’s degree, valid Wisconsin teaching license or willingness to obtain the license. Current student-to-teacher ratio is 7.6 to 1. For more infor-mation call 715-677-4517, or visit our website and complete the teacher application at www.rosholtcatholic.org/employ. Email application, résumé and cover letter to Principal Thomas McCann tmccann@rosholtcatholic.org or paper mail same to St. Adalbert School, 3314 St. Adalbert Road, Rosholt, WI 54473. Application deadline is June 30. Pacelli Catholic High School is seeking a dynamic, talented candidate to fill a 9-12 Science position. Pacelli offers comprehensive science curriculum in-cluding Project Lead the Way Biomedical Science, Engineering and Computer Science. Additional clas-ses include Physics, Advanced Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology and other life sciences. Pacelli offers a high quality, 21st Century education using a 1:1 lap-top program with SmartBoards in all classrooms, and additional support of a digital media specialist. Our outstanding academic program is based on Pacelli Core Values incorporated throughout our academic and extracurricular programs. Send letter of interest, résumé, three current letters of reference and academic credentials to Mr. Larry Theiss at ltheiss@spacs.k12.wi.us (email preferred) or 1301 Maria Drive, Stevens Point, WI 54481.

St. Joseph Parish, Corner of Jeffer son & Wyatt: June 1, Fish Fry in Family Center 4:00-7:00 p.m. Music provided under the tent by River City Jazz. June 2, Mass under the tent at 5:00 p.m. and silent auction in Ehr Hall from 6:00-10:00 p.m. Music provided under the tent by Gray Catz. June 3, 10:30 a.m. Mass under the tent with music provided by The Choraleers. Chicken Dinner in the Family Center 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. St. Peter Parish, 800 Four th Ave., Stevens Point: June 9, 2:00-10:00 p.m. with Polka Mass at 4:00 p.m. Spaghetti Dinner in Kolbe Hall 4:30-7:00 p.m. Music for Saturday provided by “Around Town”. June 10, Polka Mass at 10:30 a.m. Chicken Dinner 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Music Sunday provided by Norm Dombrowski’s “Happy Notes”.

AREA CHURCHES, SCHOOLS & DEANERY

AREA PICNICS (Flyers Can Be Viewed On Our Bulletin Boards)

Plenty of Fun for All Ages As Area Picnics Begin!

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Sacraments & Services Offered

Reconciliation (private) - Following the 5:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday. Any other time by appointment. Eucharist - Special lay minister s of Holy Commun-ion bring the Eucharist to the homebound each Sunday morning and First Friday mornings. Please call the Parish Office x101. Baptism - Baptisms are celebrated during Masses and scheduled for registered parishioners after attending Baptism preparation sessions. There are no Baptisms during Advent and Lent. Please contact the Parish Office x101. Marriage - Contact the Parish Office x101 at least eight months in advance of the wedding. R.C.I.A - Adults interested in learning about the Catholic faith are encouraged to contact the Parish Office x101. Funeral - Please contact the funeral home dir ector of your choice who will assist in making arrangements. The funeral director will then contact the Parish Office. Prayer Requests - will be published for two week intervals. If you would like parishioners to keep you or a loved one in prayer, please call x101, or email your request to ststephensp@gmail.com.

St. Stephen Parish Office 715-344-3319 x101

Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Parish Office: Fr. Jerzy Rebacz, Pastor 715-344-3319 x103 pastor@stjoespoint.org

Fr. Todd Mlsna, Associate Pastor

Art Schaller, Deacon

Michael Horgan, Deacon

Renee Schneeberg, Administrative Assistant 715-344-3319 x101 ststephensp@gmail.com

Jacob Stiemann, Finance Assistant 715-344-3319 x202 ststephenfinance@gmail.com

Rick Giese, Sacristan

Ray Mayek, Maintenance

Cheryl Kizewski, Bulletin Editor 715-344-3319 x211 bulletinssp@gmail.com Religious Education Office: Lynn Meyer, Director of Children’s Ministry 715-341-1617 x114 lmeyer@stjoespoint.org

Jodi Moss, Director of Youth Ministry 715-341-1617 x113 youthminister@stjoespoint.org Websites: Parish: http://saintstephenparish.webs.com/ Youth: saintsyouthministry.weebly.com Pacelli Catholic Schools: St. Stephen School 715-344-3751 PCS (Pacelli Catholic Schools) Main Office 715-341-2445

BULLETIN INFORMATION

Any and all bulletin information should be submitted to bulletinssp@gmail.com.

A copy of your bulletin information should also be sent to Renee at our email: ststephensp@gmail.com

DIOCESE OF LA CROSSE GUIDELINES FOR REPORTING

INSTANCES OF CHILD ABUSE www.dioceseoflacrosse.com

“Safe Environment”

Parish Committees

Pastoral Council: President, Rick Giese

Sacred Worship: Chair, Rick Giese

Justice & Peace: Chair, Dave Mueller

Family Life: Chair, Liz Blonigen

Finance Council: Chair, Don Trzinski Treasurer, Jack Edgerton

Share your Legacy! Have you made a will? Have you included your Parish Family? Support the work of faith within the commu-nity of St. Stephen Parish! Estate contribu-tions assist our annual income and help the growth of the St. Stephen Parish Endowment Trust. Leave a legacy to the Parish that reflects your connection to your Parish. Give thanks to the Lord always! As you desired in life, tithe with your estate.

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Parish Activities, News, and Notes Parish Council Recording Secretary Needed: Meetings are every second Thursday of the month, approximately 90 minutes long. If interested in this volunteer position, please telephone Renee at 715-344-3319 x101.

Thank You Comfort Suites for advertising in our parish bulletin. Please remember to patronize Comfort Suites and all our sponsors as your needs arise. Without them, the bulletin could not exist.

Baptism Class: If you are planning to br ing a child to receive the Sacrament of Baptism, be sure to call your parish office and register for the preparation class being held on June 10 at St. Joseph Parish. The class begins immediately after the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass.

St. Stephen Parish Office - 715-344-3319 x101 St. Joseph Parish Office - 715-341-1617 x101.

Cherry Tree Booth Donations Needed: We are looking for prizes for the Cherry Tree Booth for our Family Fest Picnic in June. With the picnic only four

weeks away, time is getting short. Prizes should be new or almost new and in great condition. Suggested items: small kitchen appliances, kitchen or barbeque utensils or cookware, bakeware, kitchen or bath towels, hand or small electric tools, school supplies, puzzles,

games, kids’ toys, gardening items, etc. Prizes can be left in the back of church in the marked box, in the rectory, or at Kathy’s house. Feel free to call Kathy Kowalski with any questions at 715-341-1568.

Parish Activities, News, and Notes Prayer Corner: Prayer requests will be published

in the bulletin. If you would like parishion-ers to keep you or a loved one in prayer, please call Renée at 715-344-3319 x101, or email to ststephensp@gmail.com.

Weekly Reflection The Pentecost story gives us a vivid picture of the Holy Spirit filling the apostles with the grace to go forth and spread the Good News. That was then but what about now? Do you see yourself as being sent by the Spirit to bring the Good News to others? We are all called to this mission. Some in very direct, overt ways; but most of us are called to fulfill this mission in our ordinary lives doing the ordinary things of life. Consider how you are allowing the Spirit to speak through your life.

John 20:21 “As the Father has sent Me, so I send you.”

New Parish Being Established in our Diocese: The Bishop has sent a letter and decree announcing the establishment of a new personal parish for the Hmong community of our Diocese. You can find the letter on the parish bulletin board. Please pray with Bishop Callahan and so many others for the success of this new parish which will be located in the Wausau Deanery. Anointed June 4-12: Are you a high school gir l looking for something to renew your faith? Are you interested in learning what it’s like to live like a reli-gious Sister. If you are 14-18 years old, we have a week planned for you with the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George at Mater Redemptoris House of Formation! For more information and to register visit www.materredemptoris.org or contact Sister M. Consolata at materredemptoris@gmail.com or call her at 608-788-4530. Come, Follow Days June 12-13: Young gir ls ages 9-13 years are invited to Mater Redemptoris House of Formation in La Crosse. Come spend time with the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George learning more about your faith. You will enjoy prayer, food, fun activities and more! For more information and to register visit www.materredemptoris.org or contact Sister M. Consolata at materredemptoris@gmail.com or call her at 608-788-4530.

HAPPY JUNE WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

To Our Following Parishioners!

(5 Year Markers, 50 Years and Above)

June 3 Robert & Irene Milanowski 57 yrs. June 4 James & Connie Hopp 35 yrs. June 10 Tom & Marlene Ness 51 yrs. June 11 Jeff & Carrie Kurszewski 30 yrs. June 13 George & Carol Strasser 54 yrs. June 20 Jim & Marian Falk 59 yrs. June 22 Florian, Sr. & Shirley Chojnacki 45 yrs. June 23 Larry & Patricia Mayek 45 yrs. June 24 Joseph & Karen Ostrowski 57 yrs. June 26 Wayne & Janet Misener 53 yrs. June 30 James & Betsy Altenburg 56 yrs.

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