Weekend Eucharist:

Wolf Creek: 3:00 pm 1st and 3rd Saturdays (November through April) Every Saturday (May through October)

OLV: Saturdays 6:00 pm Sundays 8:00 am and 10:00 am

Weekday Eucharist:

OLV: Wednesdays 6:30 pm

Reconciliation:

OLV: Wednesdays 5:45 pm or by appointment

June 28 — July 5, 2020

OUR LADY of the VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH 1502 Shirley Rd — Helena, MT

Fr. Dan Shea, Pastor Randy Fraser, Deacon Steve Barry, Deacon

Our Lady of the Valley Parish

Sacred Heart Church

Parish Office Staff Office Manager Emerita: Mary Ellen Morrison Bookkeeper: Cathi Nelson

Youth Ministry Aaron Mayernik (PreK-5th) 459-8943 David Casey (Middle School) 443-4750 David Casey (High School) 443-4750

Music Ministry Maggie Brennan

AFF (formerly RCIA) Dennis O’Reilly 266-1181 Carleen Layne 594-6489

Finance Council Members Jim Hill (Chair) Dan Gengler JoAnne Canney Tim Harris Karolyne Redding Pete Oljar

Pastoral Council Members Teri Flemming (Chair) Paul Tschida Mike Morrison Deb Jones Mark & Laurie Bowlds Emily Flemming Bob & Micki Bennett Rhonda Malecha Mike & Val Bright Jim McKeon Dennis & Lori Mayernik Jackie Hunt Charlotte McMilin Mary Smith Kate McDonnell Nicole Riebe .

Baptism Classes January-April-July-October (Contact Parish Office)

Marriage Preparation 6 months’ notice required (Contact Parish Office)

SACRED HEART CHURCH 125 Walsh St — Wolf Creek, MT

Office Hours: 10 am-3 pm Monday-Friday

1st Reading: 2 Kings 4:8—11, 14—16a

A woman of influence provided a room for Elisha. In gratitude, he promised the woman, who had no child,

that within a year she would bear a baby boy.

2nd Reading: Romans 6:3—4, 8—11

As Jesus conquered sin through death and resurrection, so his faithful have died to sin and come alive in God

through baptism.

Gospel: Matthew 10:37—42

Jesus told his apostles that people who seek only themselves come to ruin. Those who deny

themselves for his sake discover themselves. Those who welcome prophets receive great rewards; those who

welcome holy persons welcome the Lord.

Parish Office: 458-6114 Fax: 458-8179 E-mail: olvoffice@olvmt.org Web Page: www.olvmt.org

LOW GLUTEN HOSTS are available. Please

contact the parish office at 458-6114 to inquire.

Please contact the parish office at 458-6114 to

update your phone records when disconnecting your landline. ~ Thank you!

HEARING DEVICES are available for anyone interested in using them.

They are located in the drawer beneath the holy water font.

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 5th Readings

Zechariah 9:9—10 Romans 8:9, 11—13 Matthew 11:25—30

Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins

you retain are retained. — John 20:22—23

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

June 28th Readings

And whoever gives only a cup of cold water to one of these little ones to drink … he will surely not lose his reward.

— Matthew 10:42

Saturday 27th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass 6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 28th 8:00 am Mass 10:00 am Live Stream Mass for the People (see link below)

10:30 am Mass Rescheduled to 10 am Wednesday 1st 5:45 pm Reconciliation

6:30 pm Mass

Friday July 3rd Independence Holiday—Office Closed Saturday 4th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass

6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 5th 8:00 am Mass 10:00 am Live Stream Mass for the People (see link below)

10:30 am Mass Rescheduled to 10 am

Wednesday 8th 5:45 am Reconciliation

6:30 pm Mass

Saturday 11th 3:00 pm Wolf Creek Mass

6:00 pm Mass

Sunday 12th 8:00 am Mass

10:00 am Live Stream Mass for the People (see link below)

10:30 am Mass Rescheduled to 10 am

1st Reading: Zechariah 9:9—10

The prophet foretold the coming of the savior and king who would proclaim peace to all the nations of the earth.

2nd Reading: Romans 8:9, 11—13

Paul wrote that the Spirit of God lives in all who are Christ’s. They should live not according to the flesh but in God’s Spirit.

Gospel: Matthew 11:25—30

Jesus invited the people, saying “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.”

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 5th Readings

UPCOMING SCHEDULE June 27 — July 12, 2020

To join live-stream Masses: The link below will get you to the OLV page.

Once there, click the ‘Subscribe’ button (if you are not already subscribed).

Then you’re all set to join the OLV family prayer in celebration of the Eucharist!

A WELCOMING COMMUNITY

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 12th Readings

Isaiah 55:10—11 Romans 8:18—23 Matthew 13:1—23

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOelV1nzjNx57J7uZHV2tcw?view_as=subscriber

OLV Parishioners, OLV Parish Council, OLV AFF (RCIA) Team

Dear Friends,

It has been almost 3 months since we were so greatly affected by the Covid-19 virus. Following governmental and diocesan regulations for Phase 1 we cancelled religious services, educational programs, and social gatherings. Starting on March 22, our online Sunday Eucharist held us together in very challenging circumstances.

On May 16-17 in Phase 2 we were able to restore our Mass schedule with appropriate social distancing, again following governmental and diocesan guidelines. I pray that Phase 3 will be implemented soon and that we will again be able to pray and to celebrate and socialize together in our "normal" ways.

Some folks have inquired about RCIA and First Communion celebrations. I made a decision to delay these celebrations until Phase 3 so that all family and friends can celebrate these joyous events and not just with minimal and selective attendance. I believe that First Communion is a tremendous personal and communal experience, not only receiving Eucharist individually but also together as a class with extended family celebrations that can include grandparents and aunts and uncles. It is a joyful parish celebration. That is still the experience at OLV to such a degree that we encourage folks to attend another Mass so that there will be enough room for families.

With that in mind, I think it best to wait for Phase 3 guidance so that we can have a real celebration. I know that other parishes have scheduled individual communions but I was holding out for the larger gathering with families. This is also my thought regarding RCIA. We also want to celebrate Mother's and Father's Day in our usual fashion.

I apologize for not sharing with all of you my thoughts regarding our parish celebrations. As a welcoming community I deeply value our parish life together.

While the numbers have increased at our Masses (in addition to the live streaming) many, many people are still apprehensive about gatherings. I am trying to respect that. I am awaiting another phase to be declared and, based on the guidelines, I hope that we will be able to discern the appropriate times for celebrations.

Let us continue to support and pray for one another,

Fr Dan

Don’t miss Fr. Dan’s letter to you on parish life

during COVID-19

-Easy Mac cups -pudding cups -shelf stable milk -Cheerios

Low sugar: -juice boxes -fruit cups -granola bars -nut butters

ALWAYS NEEDED for Kid Packs

-canned soups -canned tuna -peanut butter -flour

-canned meals like —Spaghettios —chili —lasagna

The “Wish List” food and other items

WISH LIST— ♦4-wheeler w/snow plow

♦Clorox wipes ♦Tall kitchen garbage bags

♦Parking lot striping

If you can help with Wish List items please call

Liz 443-3663 x104 for details

Thank you from the bottom of my cart!

FOOD SHARE—Kids need us all year!

Flou

OLV’s First Eucharist Mass originally scheduled for

May 3rd will be rescheduled

to a later date.

MASSES RESUME! We are celebrating Mass at Wolf Creek, Saturdays 3:00 pm, and at OLV Saturdays 6:00 pm, Sundays 8:00 am and 10:00 am.

We will continue streaming the 10:00 am Mass. There is Mass and reconciliation at OLV Wednesdays 6:30 pm. Please note: Only the lector and bread baking schedules are activated at this time.

Other ministry and server schedules will continue on hold until further notice.

There are guidelines to follow so that we are in compliance with state and diocesan requirements. The following plan has been approved by the Bishop.

Mass will be celebrated in the Faith Formation Center

Social distancing of 6 feet MUST be maintained and managed when entering and leaving the church

and with seating between non-family members. Chairs will be appropriately spaced.

Hymnals will not be used

People may wear masks

Baskets for offerings are available at the entrance

We will be sanitizing after each Mass

Please know that the obligation to attend Sunday Mass continues to be suspended. People who feel sick should remain at home as should vulnerable and at-risk populations. Please join the streaming Mass.

We believe that we have adequate seating. But if we have to turn folks away once we have reached our "safe" capacity, we ask for your understanding. You can read the Bishop's documents at https://diocesehelena.org/ or

on their Facebook page, Roman Catholic Diocese of Helena.

Our Peter’s Pence national collection is

the weekend of June 27 — 28.

Collected so far: $ 140

Food Share is

once again accepting donations of food!

www.kofc.org/apps/joinus/en/registration/index.html

PUT YOUR FAITH INTO ACTION

Through our charitable works, the Knights of Columbus make

a difference in a Catholic gentlemen’s life.

Knights have fed the hungry through our Food for Families program, provided Coats for

Kids, participated in Holy Hours, and marched for life in

cities across Montana.

LEAVE NO NEIGHBOR BEHIND

Join as an e-member today for $15 — promo code

MTKOFC

Join today and your name will be entered in a drawing for a KofC fishing vest, fishing hat, and cooler. Drawing to be held July 18th!

Watch for Phase III

announcements.

Trinity Books & Gifts thanks the community for their steadfast support over the

last 10 years. The time has come for Maureen and Susan to retire and spend more time with their families. If you have unused gift cards NOW is the time to redeem

them while inventory selection is good. Our doors will close August 31, 2020. Anyone interested in purchasing the business please contact

Rick Ahmann 459-3111 or rick@ahmannbrothers.com.

Tim & Liz Taflan

James, Kelly, Alyza, & Lacey Bond

Programs began Tuesday, June 16th — join any time! For more information email

osm.doh2020@gmail.com

M I N I S T R Y S C H E D U L E S SAT 6 PM SUN 8 AM SUN 10:30 AM

JUNE 27 — 28

Lectors: Don Pratt Jane Vincello, Ed Beall Michelle Vanisko, Erik Burke Eucharistic Ministers: Dominick & Ellen Speranza Dick & Linda Juvik Buddy & Mary Olson Pam Buzalsky Ed & Jenny Kelly Denise Smigaj Shannon Ackeret Lutgen Shirley Timmerman Les Harris Pat Zincke Greeters: Mike Morrison John Poppe Eamon Burke, Emily Burke Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome Lucia Lutgen, Beth Lutgen Ainsley Tooke, Lyla Ackerman

JULY 4 — 5

Lectors: Jeff Morris Russ Ehman, Mary Dolan Judy Palmquist, Bob Vanisko Eucharistic Ministers: Paula Block Karolyne Redding Maddie Tooke Chris Christensen Terri Temple Shannon Ackeret Reid Christensen Larry Thomas Karen Bourquin Dave & Vicky Galt Paul Tschida Jeannine Burns Dan Gengler JoAnne Canney Greeters: Jere & Kay Hoy Gerry Ryan Herb & Judy Hazen Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome Elli Marron, Emily Skinner Braedon Burke, Rylee Cummings

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP

June 14, 2020 $ 9,092

June 21, 2020 $ 5,793

Comparative Cumulative Annual Offering (July 1 to date)

June 16, 2019 $ 397,857 June 14, 2020 $ 388,564

June 23, 2019 $ 403,046 June 21, 2020 $ 394,358

(Annual totals include online stewardship participation.)

JULY 11 — 12

Lectors: Jim Shea Irene Strauss, Bill Allen Erik Burke, Deidre Casey Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Steve Barry Deacon Steve Barry Deacon Steve & Laura Barry Cathy & Dan Haag Alton & Kathie Williams Deacon Randy & Mary Fraser Les Harris Hugh & Mary Grace Black Amy Kelly Mike Latka Greeters: Terri Schubring Miley Solich LuAnne Gustafson Altar Servers: Volunteers Welcome Audrey Snellman, Stella Iverson Kendall Courchane, Kortni Courchane Bread Bakers (All Masses): Shana Dachs July 4—5 Susan Hare July 11—12, 18—19 Gretchen Rooney July 25—26, Aug 1—2

Caring Hearts NeedCaring Hearts NeedCaring Hearts Need

A senior parishioner would like to hire someone to do light housekeeping two times every month. Please call the office if you are able to help!

Caring Hearts Help OfferedCaring Hearts Help OfferedCaring Hearts Help Offered

458-6114

Help is available for rides to attend Mass and for assistance with small household repairs. If

you could use a hand with either of these or have another need, please call the parish office.