ST. JOACHIM CATHOLIC CHURCH 10120 Crest Rd Old Mines, Mo. 63630

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH TIFF, MO

STAFF Rev. Theodore X. Pieper, Pastor Joyce Politte, Principal/DRE Mary Ann Pratt, Parish Secretary Laura Villmer, School Secretary Karrie Boyer, Parish Council President Office Hours / Telephone Numbers Rectory: 438-6181 / FAX 438-3685 Office Hours: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm (M-F) School: 438-3973 / FAX 438-3161 Rural Parish Workers: 636-586-5171 Karrie Boyer, PC President: 438-0091 SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday evening at 5:00 pm & 7:30 pm at Tiff Sunday morning at 8:00 am & 10:00 am WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE: 8:15 am – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. *7:00 pm on Thursday evening *Tuesday morning Perpetual Help Devotions & Rosary before the 8:15 am Mass. CONFESSIONS: Saturday at 3:30 pm or by appointment. HOLY DAY SCHEDULE: Please check the Bulletin inside for Mass times. FOOD DRIVE of non-perishable foods for the St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry on the 1st Sunday of each month. Please bring your items and put in the box by the front door of the Church. THANK YOU! E-Mail & Web Sites: Parish – stjoachimparish@hotmail.com School – stjoachimschool@yahoo.com Parish Web Site – http://stjoachim.org School Web Site – http://stjoachimschool.com Rural Parish Workers Web Site – http://rpwck.com Deacon Steve: http://www.openmyeyeslord.net

MARCH 31, 2013 EASTER SUNDAY OF THE

RESURRECTION OF THE LORD

Archbishop Carlson’s 2012 Stewardship Goal: The Joy of Giving

God expects us to take what He has given us…to nurture and develop our gifts and to return them with increase.”

* PRAYER * * PARTICIPATION *

* GENEROSITY *

Easter Prayer Lord Jesus, Holy Word that was with God from the beginning; let the power of Your Cross and Resurrection be with me as I ponder your mercies. You made the thief a citizen of Paradise; deliver the world from evil to become citizens of your Kingdom as well through the triumph of your Cross. And forget not me, even in the midst of my sins. Pour your mercy on me, that I may be forgiven and start anew. Raise me up to lasting joy by the splendor of your Resurrection, Servant and Son of God Most High.

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MARCH 31, 2013, EASTER SUNDAY MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Monday, April 1 8:15 am – NO MASS Tuesday, April 2 7:45 am – Rosary & Perpetual Help Devotions 8:15 am – Tony Coleman, Rosie Coleman, Lillian Luther Wednesday, April 3 8:15 am – Thomas L. Boyer Thursday, April 4 @ Marcella Sansoucie 7:00 pm – Mary S. Govero Friday, April 5 8:15 am – Kevin Rundel 10:45 am – Ethel Boyer @ Potosi Manor Saturday, April 6 5:00 pm – Joyce Christopher 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Ronnie Politte Sunday, April 7 8: 00 am – Earl & Lucille Rundel 10:00 am – Parish Family/Theodore & Jeannette Pieper EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: April 5, 2013 (9 am- 1pm); April 6th at 5:30 pm at St. Joseph’s NURSING HOME: April 5, 2013 @ Potosi Manor, 10:45 am LITURGICAL APPOINTMENTS FOR APRIL 6

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EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION: 5:00 pm –Denny Dalton, Opal Johnston, Carolyn Politte, Angie Rulo, Volunteer Needed 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Richard Govero & Annette Goff 8:00 am – Jackie O’Hanlon, Arthur Boyer, Mary Ann Pratt, Rita Kamper, Ed Politte 10:00 am – Monica & David Pratt, Jeannie Brown, Volunteers Needed LECTORS 5:00 pm – Benny Merseal 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Volunteer Needed 8:00 am – Aaron Ross 10:00 am – Debbie Phipps OFFERTORY 5:00 pm – Mary Boyer & Nancy Peyton 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Volunteers Needed 8:00 am – Ed & Nancy Politte 10:00 am – Al & Ima Veach SERVERS 5:00 pm – Wade & Allyson Coleman, Wade Mercille 7:30 pm (TIFF) –Volunteers Needed 8:00 am – Volunteers Needed 10:00 am – Hannah Villmer, Jade Coleman, Tiffany Sampson CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD: Vicki Haynes UPCOMING MEETINGS March 25 – St. Vincent de Paul, 7 pm April 1 – Parish Council, 6:30 pm April 3 – Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, 6:30 pm

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ARE SO FAITHFUL IN THE SUPPORT OF OUR PARISH AND SCHOOL! GOD SEES YOUR SACRIFICE AND BLESSES YOU ABUNDANTLY!

CONTRIBUTIONS FOR MARCH 16

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# of Contributors: St. Joachim – 99 St. Joseph – 13 ST. JOACHIM ST. JOSEPH Adults: $3238.00 Adults: $190.50 Loose: $351.75 Loose: $19.00 Tuition: $588.90 Other: $606.87 Other: $350.00 TOTALS: $4785.52 $559.50 GOAL: $10,636.00 $335.00 *(other is: Review, Stole fees, Mass stipends, advertising, rentals, candle money, etc.) SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: St. Vincent de Paul: $110.00 $0.00 Future & Beyond: $25.00 $0.00 Black & Indian Missions: $25.00 $0.00

Easter Sunday “He went about doing good and healing all those oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.” (ACTS

10:38)

As we celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord, we must realize that in rising from the dead, Jesus declares to us that He is truly God and His way is the real way. His commands are real. We cannot ignore them any longer. We must throw off our chains of greed, materialism and selfishness and rise to a new level of giving and doing good,

just as Jesus called us to do. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK: Marcella Sansoucie, Wm. Wade Delashmit, David Kite, Larry & Lucy Scott, Goldie Boyer, Randy Politte, Donna Dean, Steve Jolly, Fr. Joe Welschmeyer, Dawn Thompson, Wayne Pratt, George Ponzar, Barb Dickerson, Judy Moyers, Wesley Gillam Family, Wilburn Boyer, George Pinson, Betty Barlett, Tom Nickle, Pheonix Spangler, Keith Stenzel, Larry Payton, Sr. Marie Therese Coleman, baby Georgia Marie Hicks, Elizabeth Morgan, Mary Catherine Portell, Tony Davis, Jan Gillam, Janet Manning, Eli Vance, Taylor Rogers, Margaret Kite, Bud Dorlac, Dennis Portell, Jim Portell, Tom & Helen Villmer, Ashlynn Kamper, Theresa Sampson, Marian Delashmitt Watson, Mary Boyer Drake, Cindy Ware, Susan Kamper, Jesse Bourbon, Norman Jean Wilkinson, Jean Leclerc, Marilyn (Red) Emily, Vicki Thurmond, A. Wiggins, Carolyn Sue Bequette, Joseph R. Politte and all who are sick and suffering.

EASTER FLOWERS & DECORATIONS IN MEMORY OF: Matthew Lore – Jerry & Debbie Phipps*

Dale Pratt, Opal Pratt & Trevor Wild, Jr. – Mary Ann Pratt & Family* Roy, Opal, Francis & David Pratt – Mary Ann Pratt & Family* Austin Pratt – David & Monica Pratt Family* Edwin & Catherine Politte, Kitty Portell, Bill & Kevin Politte – Jim & Carolyn Politte* Vince Thebeau – Anna & Family* Leo & Bertha Thebeau – Jerry & Agnes Courtway* Bertha & Daily Courtway – Jerry & Agnes Courtway* Madeline Villmer – Charles & Laura, Hannah & Clara Villmer* Jesse & Mary Catherine Bone – Bone Family* Marilyn Turnbough – Jarrod, Marty, Hallie & Talon Portell Margaret DeClue & Linda Chamberlain – Paul DeClue Family* Deceased Lawson & Osia Family – Gene & Doris Lawson and Family* Charles & Bernita Ward – Love Belle Ward, Donna & Andy Laramore, Larry Ward, & Family Mary Ava Veach – Charlie & Karen Veach* Joyce Campbell – Charlie & Karen Veach* Richard Dickey – Catherine and Family* Neil, Helen, George & Mary Thebeau – Catherine and Family* Bernard P. & Leiah T. Coleman – Ray & Barb Coleman* Patrick Missey and Jim & Rose Coleman – Myrtle Missey* Busken & Oster Families – Laura Busken* Annetta Bequette – Mark & Marcus* George & Genevieve Hill, Ronnie Hill, Mayme & Rose Coleman-Virginia Hill* Daly, Marie & Toby Robart-Harry Robart* Simeon & Rosa Bequette & Family – Marilyn Emily*

Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013 TO THE FAITHFUL OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF ST. LOUIS: I offer to you my deepest greetings of joy and peace on the Solemnity of the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ! Easter is the highlight of the Church's year. Its vivid symbols of fire, water and exultant song remind us that Christ has overcome sin and death. Let us pray that the light of Christ will shine in our hearts this Easter. Let us rejoice and be glad because our Savior lives! I ask that you keep in mind that the collection for Regina Cleri, the residence for our retired priests, is today. The retired priests of the Archdiocese of St. Louis appreciate your generous support and your prayers. I pray these are days of blessing for you and your loved ones. Sincerely yours in Christ, Most Reverend Robert J. Carlson Archbishop of St. Louis MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: Does the thought of beautiful spring flowers give you a sense of wonder and fulfillment? On your wedding day, you and your spouse lovingly planted the seed of a lifelong relationship. A Marriage Encounter weekend will give you the tools you need to help your marriage continue to grow and blossom. Upcoming weekends are: April 19-21, August 9-11 or September 27-29.To find out more about these weekends, call 314.469.7317 or go to www.stl-wwme.org. Retrouvaille Weekend - “Lifeline for troubled marriages” 800.470.2230 or www.helpourmarriage.com. For Your Marriage website Sponsored by the USCCB, the website www.foryourmarriage.org includes a daily encouragement as well as interesting articles “for YOUR marriage.”

Faith Lord God, I will take up my shield of faith,

with which I am able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Ephesians 6:16 (NIV)

May the peace and happiness of

our Risen Savior fill your heart and remain with you always!

Our Sympathy: All of us at St. Joachim & St. Joseph join in offering our sympathy and prayers to the family of THOMAS LEROY BOYER, (Carol) who was buried last weekend.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS: Upcoming Knights of Columbus Events: Shooting Match Dates:: April 14

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RCIA. If you are looking to develop a personal relationship with Jesus, a community where you can belong, worship experiences, knowledge about the Catholic Church, service opportunities, or sacraments. Look no further. Call Mrs. Joyce Politte at 573-438-3213 or 573-438-3973 or Mrs. Mary Ann Pratt at 573-438-6181. EASTER EGG HUNT In recent years organizations, churches and families in the area have conducted Easter Egg Hunts for the children. We began ours in the 1960s when no one else had Easter Egg Hunts. It has been an enjoyable and fulfilling event celebrating the joy of Easter. This year we will discontinue the Easter Egg Hunt at St. Michael House. We are grateful to Cor Jesu Academy in St. Louis who over the years have supplied baskets and items for the children and for all the local volunteers who have assisted in this program. May the joys of Easter continue to be with you and your family. The Rural Parish Workers of Christ the King SPRING CRAFT FAIR: The St. Anne Sodality will sponsor their Third Annual Spring Craft Fair on April 13

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Columbus Hall from 9:00 – 2:00. To reserve a table please call Jean Anselman at 438-2068. Come by for some Spring & Mother’s Day gifts! Doors open at 8 am for set up. For more info call Jean Anselman, Activity Director, at 573-438-2068. You are Invited to the OMAHS' French Heritage Seminar being held on April 6, 2013 at St Michael's House starting with a continental breakfast at 8:00 AM. There will be various speakers and a musician all trying to focus on the history of Washington County which is celebrating its 200th anniversary of being a county. Pre-registration is $40.00 and $45.00 at the door. This includes breakfast, snacks, and lunch. OMAHS will also be selling their publications and fund raising items. The day's activities will end around 4:00 PM. For more info contact Cindy Merx @ 573-854-0508 or Mary C Norbut @ 618-315-0160. Thanks. Quilt Bingo at St. James Church, Potosi, on Sunday, April 7, 2013. The doors will be open at 11:30 am, Games begin at 1:00 pm. Playing for Quilts, cash, etc. Refreshments available: Chicken & Dumplings ($5.00 plate) & Homemade Desserts ($1.00 each) Must be 16 years of age in order to attend (State law). For more info call 438-4686

GARDEN PLOTS THE RURAL PARISH WORKERS ARE OFFERING GARDEN PLOTS for anyone who would like to plant a small garden and doesn't have the space for it. Gardeners would supply their own seeds, tools and labor. The plot they have has been used for organic gardening for 60 years and fertilized with natural fertilizers. Interested? Call Natalie at 636-586-5171

MARCH 31, 2013

St. Joachim School “Your Future Begins With Us”

News from St. Joachim School & PSR Mission Statement The mission of St. Joachim Catholic School is to assist the parents and parish community in the shared responsibility of educating God’s children to be knowledgeable, responsible, loving Christians. SCHOOL NEWS: Track Practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 3:15-4 pm for grades K-8. PSR students are invited to participate. Our preliminary track meet is April 27 at Trinity High School (rain or shine). Finals will be May 18 at Chaminade High School for those who qualify. The top six in each age group event qualify for the final meet. St. Joachim School Golf Tournament will be held on April 20, 2013 at Terre de Lac Country Club. Wanted Hole Sponsors: $125, Contest Sponsors: $75, and Attendance Prize Sponsorship: $25 -$50. Alive in Christ Scholarship Program: Now accepting scholarship applications for the 2013-2014 School Year! Alive in Christ Scholarships are available for families desiring a Catholic elementary school education or their children. Contact St. Joachim School for an application or access the application at www.archstl.org/ttef. Applications are awarded based on a first come, first serve basis. APRIL CALENDAR: April 1 – School is in session April 6 – Math Meet at Mineral Area College April 12 – Ms. Johnston’s class out of uniform April 15 – Fine Arts Night, 6:30 pm April 19 – Faculty Meeting, dismissal at 1:30 pm April 20 – Golf Tournament, 1 pm at Terre du Lac April 21 – National Pastor Appreciation Day April 25 – YMCA Field Trip, grades 3-8 April 26 – Preschool and Pre-K Field Trip April 29 – YMCA Field Trip, Kindergarten-2

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Fine Arts Night will be held on Monday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m. The students will be performing under the direction of their teachers, and the art fair projects will be on display. Attendance is mandatory unless excused by the principal. The YMCA sponsors field trips for St. Joachim students in April and May. Students are accompanied by the teachers only. The YMCA pays for all costs. Parents are not able to attend these field trips.

SCHOOL LUNCH MENU: April 1

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Monday: Corn Dogs, Diced Potatoes, Peas n’ Carrots, Fruit Tuesday: Chicken Nuggets, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Fruit Wednesday: Cheese/Pepperoni Pizza, Salad, Fruit Thursday: Chili, Peanut Butter & Syrup Sandwich, Carrots, Fruit Friday: Fish Sticks, Tater Tots, Peas, Cookie, Fruit

**CHICKEN & BEEF DINNERS–April 7, 2013. Serving is from 10:00 – 2 pm (unless they run out!) Your support is appreciated! Desserts & workers are always needed! Please help if you can!

**PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST – April 28, 2013 - Serving is from 7:30-11:30! Stop by before the 10:00 Mass for a great breakfast! Workers are always needed and welcome!

Dear Parishioner,

The Resurrection of our Lord was the

most important and the most joyous of all the

happenings in the history of mankind. Christ’s

being raised from the dead meant that His

prophetic promise would one day be fulfilled.

“Wonder not at this,’ He said, ‘for the

hour comes, wherein all those that are in the

grave shall hear the voice of the Son of God, and

they that have done good things shall come forth

unto the resurrection of life.”

The joy of all Christians over Christ’s

resurrection and our own resurrection to come

will be shown by the church in the repeated

alleluia, in the altar lilies, in the priestly

vestments and in other ways throughout the

Easter Season.

In the light of Christ’s resurrection and in

His infallible promise of our own, we should

never despair, never be pessimists. Ours should

be an optimism that persuades us to believe and

to hope and to know that no matter how bad the

world may appear to be, no matter how hopeless

things may seem, we will rise from the dead, and

that we have a permanent Heaven waiting for us.

We know too how to get there, thanks to the

Apostles and the Catholic Church established by

our Risen Lord.

May the peace and happiness of our Risen

Savior fill your heart and remain with you

always.

Best Wishes for a Blessed Easter!

Rev. Ted Pieper

MARRIAGE PREPARATION must begin at least six months in advance of date of marriage. Marriage preparation at St. Joachim/St. Joseph Parishes follows Canon Law and Archdiocesan Policy. You must be a practicing member of the parish. All Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, & Confirmation) must be received prior to sacrament of Matrimony. You must be free to marry. Please make an appointment with the Pastor to begin preparation and evaluation. The evaluation must be completed before the date is set or any arrangements are made. After the date is set the couple must attend one of several pre-marriage programs. Fees set by the Parish Council: Stole Fee (mandatory) $100 / Parish choir w/Musicians (if used) $100 / Parish Musician only (if used) $50 / Use of School to prepare or take pictures (if used) $50. For weddings, Church decorations may not be moved or removed but may be added to. MASS STIPENDS are $5.00. Mass Intentions are generally scheduled at least three weeks ahead of publication, so please call the office if you have a specific date in mind as soon as possible. REMEMBER ST. JOACHIM/ST. JOSEPH PARISH IN YOUR WILL. You can leave a specific bequest in dollars or a percentage of your residuary estate, trust policy or plan, or as a contingent beneficiary in the event your dependents pre-decease you. Tell your professional advisor the legal name of our parish: St. Joachim, 10120 Crest Road, Old Mines, MO 63630.

REMINDERS ABOUT CEMETERY GRAVE DECORATIONS: This is a reminder of our cemetery

policy: “Fresh Flower bouquet preferred during grass mowing season. Artificial flowers, wreaths, and plants are permitted on Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Memorial Day, and Christmas. (Must be removed within two weeks of placement during grass mowing season.) Artificial decoration permitted November 15

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.” Please limit the number and types of decorations placed on Graves! It is extremely difficult to mow and trim around headstones and graves with all the statues and memorabilia being placed on some of the graves. Also, please be aware that markers for cremation cannot be place in the middle of an existing grave site. They must be placed next to the stone at the top of the existing grave or at the bottom.