313 E. WALL S TREET • JANESVILLE, WISCO NSI N 53545 -3047

May 28, 2017 • Ascension of the Lord

Rectory 313 E. Wall Street Janesville, WI 53545-3047 Phone ...............................(608) 752-7861 Father Rob Butz ……. (608) 620-9910 Fax .....................................(608) 758-0720 Website.............. www.nativitymary.org Pastor ............................. Rev. Robert Butz Email: pastor@nativitymary.org

Dir. of Liturgy ........................... Bob Craig Email: liturgy@nativitymary.org Coord. Religious Ed ...Kathy Hookham Email: re@nativitymary.org Business Manager ..............Kathy Fisher Email: kfisher@nativitymary.org Parish Secretary ..……....Sharlet Collins Email: psec@nativitymary.org

St. Mary School 307 E. Wall Street Janesville, WI 53545-3047 Phone ...............................(608) 754-5221 Principal ............ Steven Castrogiovanni Secretary ………………...Sue Vodak & Sue Dickman

Religious Education Phone ...............................(608) 752-7861

Prayer Network Mary Ann Venable…..(608) 754-5284 Edna Thorp…………….(608) 752-5559

Nativity of Mary ................ Sat. 4:30 pm Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Patrick ............................. Sat. 4:00 pm

St. John Vianney ............... Sat. 5:00 pm Sun. 8:15 & 9:45 am

St. William ........................... Sat. 4:00 pm Sun. 8:00 & 10:30 am

St. Mary - Milton ............... Sat. 4:00 pm Sun. 9:00 am

Nourished by the Eucharist and guided by the Holy Spirit, we proclaim the Gospel as good stewards, sharing God’s love. -Mission Statement

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News & Notes School News

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Money Matters

Would You Like A Pastoral Visit?

REMINDER: If you, a family member or someone you know

is confined or hospitalized and would benefit from a pastoral

visit, please contact your parish office and let them know.

Staff does not always know of hospital admissions for a

variety of reasons and often has no way of knowing of other

situations in which a parish contact would be beneficial.

Money Counts for 2016-2017

Received Budgeted Variance

Week 47

5-21-2017 $8,469.10 8,151.08 318.02

YTD $577,676.67 643,292.68 -65,616.01

St. Mary School

SCRIP REMINDER

SCRIP puts your regular shopping dollars to work supporting your parish and school with over fifty retailers ….. grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, department stores, hardware stores, movie theaters, spas and more!

SCRIP cards are always available in the school office and after Mass twice per month. Next, the weekend of June 3rd/4th and 17th/18th.

The end of the year is in our sights. It is a very special

time of the year for our school.

On Tuesday we will hold our awards ceremony at school.

On Wednesday, May 31st our eighth graders will

graduate. The ceremony will begin at 7:00 PM. Friday,

June 2nd will be our last day of school. We will celebrate

10:30 mass and students will be released at 11:30.

We would like to thank the parish for their support of

our school this year. Without the love and support of

many people our school would not be the wonderful

place it is to get an education rooted in Christ.

Have a great Summer!

Memorial Day Mass

You are cordially invited to the Annual Memorial Day Mass to be celebrated at St. William Catholic Church in Janesville on Monday May 29th at 9:00 AM. Rev. Rob Butz and Rev. Brian Dulli will be Concelebrating.

The parish office will be closed on Monday, June 29th in observance of Memorial Day.

Bookkeeper Position Available

This is a part-time position, approximately 18-22 hours a week. The candidate must have organizational and management skills and possess good people skills. The responsibilities of the bookkeeper will be the recording of weekly collections and other cash receipts, processing payments, prepare payroll, assisting in the creation and maintenance of the budget, maintain required property, insurance records, and all accounts, prepare monthly financial reports for the Pastor and Finance Council and an annual report to the Diocese of Madison, attend Finance Council meetings when requested, and perform other duties as assigned. The candidate should have an associate degree in accounting and/or have at least 3 years of accounting/bookkeeping experience. He or she must also possess the ability of working with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing. A minimum of 2 references required. Email resume and cover letter to pastor@nativitymary.org or send to Nativity of Mary Parish, Attn: Father Rob Butz 313 E. Wall St, Janesville, WI 53545.

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Ascension of the Lord

"Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age." - Mt 28:19-20 ************************************************************** "And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age." What consoling words Jesus had for his disciples, even as he was about to bring an end to his earthly ministry. He had spent some time with them after his resurrection, but now his mission was complete and he was about to return to be with his Father in heaven. Undoubtedly this must have been a difficult moment for the disciples. But as if to reassure them, Jesus gives this remarkable promise: that he will ALWAYS be with them, even when he is no longer physically present. We know, of course, that the presence he is referring to comes through the gift of the Holy Spirit. And what is most wonder-ful about this promise is that it also applies to us! Jesus is with US always. His presence dwells in our hearts through the sacrament of baptism in which we receive the real, indwelling gift of the Holy Spirit in our hearts. We are not alone! The sometimes difficult journey of Christian life is not one we need to navigate solo. Christ himself ascended into heaven so that he could make himself present in a more universal and timeless way through his Spirit to all people who call upon him. Thus we rejoice on this feast of the Ascension. It's not so much about Jesus leaving. Rather, it's about him continuing his mission in a new way, a way that includes us very directly. So let us remember that Jesus is present with us, even when we cannot see him next to us or hear his voice loud and clear. Let us call upon his Holy Spirit when we need guidance, comfort, or direction. And today, let us give thanks to God the Father for sending his Son to save us and for giving us his Spirit to accompany us on our own journey of life.

Scripture Focus on Faith

Readings for Sunday, May 28, 2017 Ascension of the Lord Acts 1:1-11 / Eph 1:17-23 / Mt 28:16-20

Readings for Next Sunday, June 4, 2017 Pentecost Sunday Acts 2:1-11 / 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 / Jn 20:19-23

Please Pray For Our Parishioners:

Barbara Allen, Bill, Bill Bever, Noah Cotter,

Dena, Alice Figi, Linda Fredell, LeeAnn Gilligan,

Gerri, Jackie H., Geraldine Hilt, Paul Holznecht,

Alice Jensen, Ellen Kotche, Nancy McCann,

John (Floyd) McNally, Shirley R.,

Madelynn Schieve, Colleen Schroeder,

Richard Schuler, Kelly Dooley Trewartha,

Peter Weirich, Lola Williams, Avalon Widner,

Lucille Willegal

Traveling Chalice

Full Year of Prayer Planned

This week the Traveling Chalice will be hosted by

St. Mary School’s Kindergarten & Pre-K classes.

Any questions regarding our Traveling Chalice program may be

directed to: Colleen at 868-6386 OR irishcatholic56@gmail.com.

Arabelle Cooper was recently called to eternal life.

Please remember her, and all who mourn the loss of a loved one, in your prayers.

Sacraments

Anointing of the Sick:

Infant Baptism: Registered members of the parish are welcome to arrange for their baby’s baptism by signing up for the necessary preparation program for parents.

RCIA Please call anytime if you would like to discuss Catholicism and see how joining the Church may offer you a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

Catholic Women’s Club Contact Jennifer McBride at 741-8909 or Beth Konkol at 754-1304 for more information.

Knights of Columbus Meetings held 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm. Contact Greg Kraft at 754-5615 for more information.

Bulletin Deadline Mondays at 12:00 noon. Please contact the Rectory at 752-7861.

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What’s Happening

Ladies! Join women of the diocese for an inspiring day of

learning, socializing and praying at the annual convention of the Madison Diocesan Council of Women (MDCCW) Wednesday, June 14th at St. Joseph Parish in Fort Atkinson. The convention theme is “Rise, Let Us Be on Our Way”. The convention’s keynote speaker is Fr. John Tourangeau, a nationally know priest from St. Norbert Abbey in DePere. He will speak about his after-life experience, following a heart attack. The author of “To Heaven & Back: The Journey of a Roman Catholic Preist”, he will also give the homily during the Liturgy. An afternoon “shareshop” entitled “We Are Called …” promises to be practical, inspirational, and entertaining. Also featured will be a silent auction and big ticket raffle, which provides funding for MDCCW’s charitable giving. Registration cost of $35 includes continental breakfast and lunch. First timers pay $25. Registration deadline is June 1st. Registration forms are available at www.mdccw.com. Any questions can be directed to Ellen Martin (608) 296-4094 or email ellenmarymartin@gmail.com.

Agrace Spouse Loss Support Group Series In June, Agrace will begin “Spouse/Partner Loss,” a six-week grief support group series for adults whose spouse or partner has died. Meets at Agrace in Janesville, Tuesdays, June 6 through July 18, from 10 a.m. to noon. To register, call Laura at (608) 314-2924 or visit agrace.org/griefgroups.

OUR LADY OF GOOD HELP PILGRIMAGE

Over 150 years ago, Our Blessed Mother appeared to young Adele Brise twice in a small rural area near Champion, Wisconsin. Our Mother’s request was simple, “Gather the children in this wild country and teach them what they should know for salvation.” Adele devoted her life to doing just that. On the ground where she met Our Blessed Mother, there is now a shrine dedicated to Her appearance to Adele, The Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help. The Shrine is the only Church-approved Marian apparition site in the United States. This summer you can make a pilgrimage to the Shrine along with many of our area parishioners, and see where the apparition took place, take part in Mass and Confession and learn the history of the apparition and Adele’s work to fulfill Our Blessed Mother’s request. Of course, there is a gift shop too! Our pilgrimage to Our Lady of Good help Shrine will take place June 29, 2017, and will cost $45, which includes transportation and *lunch. Anyone wishing to join the pilgrimage should call Colleen at 868-6386 to register and for further details. Deadline for registration and payment is June 1, 2017. HURRY! Space is limited!! *Lunch includes sandwich, chips, cookie & beverage. Sandwich choices are: Turkey/Cheddar wrap, Italian Sub or Turkey/Swiss on cranberry bread.

St. Mary’s Youth group met for the last time this school year to celebrate the 8th graders with a prayer service, pizza, ice cream and a lively game of kickball!

Agrace Volunteer Orientation In June, Agrace Hospice & Palliative Care will offer volunteer orientation for those interested in brightening the lives of hospice patients. Orientation will be held June 15, from 8 a.m. to noon, at Agrace. Before they attend or ientation, prospective volunteers will complete an application and an interview process with Agrace’s Volunteer Services staff to identify the volunteer’s skills and interests. Call (608) 314-2922 to register for orientation.

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What’s Happening

E.C.H.O. Needs Life is an ECHO — what you send out, you get back!

Canned Fruits Dish Soap Canned Meats Laundry Soap Peanut Butter & Jelly Deodorant Beans (canned or dried) Toothpaste Hamburger Helper Shampoo Whole Grain Pasta & Sauce Conditioner Baby Food Diapers/Size 4-6

The National Teens for Life and the

National Right to Life conference will be held at

the same time at the Hyatt Regency in Milwaukee, with an opening session on June 29th. Your Rock County Chapter of the Wisconsin Right to Life is offering to pay 50% of the cost of adult registrations, $25 toward student and $25 toward teen registrations. Call Pat Hawthorne (608) 756-5191 for convention registration subsidies. Funds are limited so call as soon as possible. For questions about the National Right to Life or National Teens for Life conference , please see nrlconvention.com (menu is little lines at the top left) or call (202) 378-8842. Hotel conference rate is $159/night, which expires on May 31st, 2017. Call (888) 421-1442 for hotel reservations.

A huge THANK YOU to Roger and Marian Hemmersbach and Cathy Casey for donating 20 new lightweight banquet tables especially for the fall festival and other church activities! The new tables will make set up and take down so much easier!

Looking for a way to include God in your Marriage? You’ll

discover how to do just that on a Worldwide Marriage

Encounter Weekend. It is a weekend for married couples to

get away from job, computers, children, chores and phones –

and focus on each other and God’s plan for your marriage.

Sign up today to attend one of the upcoming Worldwide

Marriage Encounter Weekend on July 14-16 in Madison, WI;

Sept. 8-10 in Geneva, IL or Oct.

27-29 in Brookfield, WI.

Early registration is highly

recommended. For more

information visit our website at:

alifetimeoflove.org or call

(888) 574-5653.

Fans are needed to give relief to those in need. Please drop off fans at ECHO - 65 S. High Street in Janesville.

Mass Intentions = Living Sunday, May 28 8:30 AM Clifford Easton—12 Years 10:30 AM Parishioners of Nativity of Mary Monday, May 29 No Mass Tuesday, May 30 12:10 PM Joan Wixom—5 Years Wednesday, May 31 8:15 AM Charlotte Zillmer Thursday, June 1 8:15 AM Dr. James O’Brien Friday, June 2 10:30 AM Robert Trunelle Saturday, June 3 4:30 PM Parishioners of Nativity of Mary Sunday, June 4 8:30 AM Linda Nally Mikkelson 10:30 AM Brian Hansen

ALL ACTIVITIES ARE OPEN TO MEMBERS

OF ANY PARISH IN THE CLUSTER

May 29 9:00 AM Memorial Day Mass, St. William May 30 10:30 AM Faith Sharing Group, Nativity of Mary, Nativity House May 30 Noon-5:00 PM Adoration, St. William, Benediction at 5 PM May 30 6-7 PM Adoration, St. John Vianney May 31 9:00 AM Women’s Scripture Study, St. John Vianney, Marian Hall June 1 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Adoration, St. Patrick June 2 9:00 AM-Noon Adoration, St. John Vianney June 3 5-7 PM Bingo, St. Patrick June 5 11:30 AM-2 PM Catholic Charities Food Pantry, St. John Vianney 11:30-12:30 Registration, 12:30-2 Food Distribution. All in need are welcome. June 6-7-9-10 Rummage Sale, St. John Vianney, Marian Hall. See bulletin for times.

Cluster Corner

Sunday, May 28 9:45 AM Sanctuary Choir Practice Tuesday, May 30 10:30 AM Faith Sharing Group, Nativity House 5:00-6:00 PM Reconciliation, Church Wednesday, May 31 7:00 PM St. Mary’s 8th Grade Graduation, Church Thursday, June 1 7:00 PM Loft Choir Practice Friday, June 2 10:30 AM School Mass Saturday, June 3 9:30-10;30 AM Reconciliation, Church Sunday, June 4 9:30 AM Knights of Columbus Rosary, Church

Monday 5/29

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 6/4

Nativity of Mary 12:10 pm 8:15 am 8:15 am 10:30 am 4:30 pm 8:30 & 10:30 am

St. John Vianney 5:15 pm 8:15 am 8:15 am

8:15 am 5:00 pm 8:15 & 9:45 am

St. Patrick 5:15 pm 8:00 am

8:30 am 8:00 am 4:00 pm 7:30 & 10:00 am

5:00 pm en

Español

St. William 9:00 am 5:15 pm 7:30 am 7:30 am 7:30 am 8:00 am 4:00 pm

8:00 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Hospital –Jsvl.

St. Elizabeth Nursing Home 3:30 pm 7:00 am 7:00 am 7:00 am 7:00 am 9:15 am

St. Elizabeth Manor-Footville 9:15 am 9:15 am 9:15 am 9:15 am 9:15 am 11:00 am

Parish Event Calendar

Memorial Day Mass Monday, May 29th at 9:00 AM at St. William Parish

The parish office will be closed on Monday, June 29th in observance of Memorial Day.

Note: Mass time for Friday, June 2nd is 10:30 am. No Adoration on Friday, June 2nd.