ParishoftheDioceseofWinonaandstaffed

bythepriestsofthe“InstituteoftheIncarnateWord”IVE

Pastor: Fr. Javier Ibarra, IVE AssociatePastor: Fr. Richard Yevchak, IVE Fr. Willian Valle Pacheco, IVE Administrator: Mark Frederick, ext 108 Secretary: Shirley Pestka, ext. 101 PreK-8thFaithFormation: Beth Shank, ext. 109 Con irmation/YouthMinistry Beverly Miller, ext. 110 DirectorofMusic:Grace Kunkel ext.102 ParishTrustee:Daniel Scott Craig Ros jord PriestResidence: 512 E. Mulberry St.

LoyolaCatholicSchool:388-0600 IVEMinorSeminary: 387-2565

MassSchedule

Daily: 7:00 am Mondaythru Friday 8:00 am Saturday Saturday: 5:15 pm Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 am 1:00 pm (Espanol) 4:15 pm Latin Mass HolyDay: See bulletin

SSPeter&PaulParishOf ice:105 North Fifth St., Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: 507-388-2995 Fax: 507-388-7661

JANUARY21,2018

THIRDSUNDAYORDINARYTIME

E-mail: sspp@hickorytech.net

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10; Ps 89:20-22,

25-26; Mk 3:22-30, or any of a num-

ber of readings for the Day of Prayer

Tuesday: 2 Sm 6:12b-15, 17-19; Ps 24:7-10; Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: 2 Sm 7:4-17; Ps 89:4-5, 27-30; Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18 Friday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5; Ps 51:3-7, 10-11; Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Ps 51:12-17; Mk 4:35-41 Sunday: Dt 18:15-20; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; 1 Cor 7:32-35; Mk 1:21-28

SacramentofReconciliation

Saturday: 11 am-noon & 4-5 pm Daily: After the 7:00 am Mass Othertimesbyappointment.

SacramentofBaptism Contact the Parish Of ice at least one month in advance of the desired date. Baptism preparation sessions for parents and sponsors are held the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:00 pm. The usual time for Baptism is at 4:15 pm the 4th Saturday of the month. SacramentofMatrimonyFor registered, participating members of the Parish, arrangements for preparation and the date are made by contacting one of the pastors, at least six months before the wedding.

BulletinNoticesAll articles for the bulletin are due by 2 pm on Tuesday. Bulletin articles should always be turned in to the parish of ice with a contact person’s name and phone number.

NewMembersWelcomePlease register at the Parish Of ice.

Mass Intentions Monday, January 22 7:00 am +Helen Hager: Tom J. Hager +Peter Am Hoang: Family Living & Deceased of Lysaght/Sehe Families: Lillian Sehe Tuesday, January 23 7:00 am +Delores Reuter: Liz Tabor +Chris Rogers: Ann & Gordy Westermann +Frank L. Goettl: Mark & Mary Frederick 3:30 pm Oaklawn Health Care: Glenn Wahl: Bill and Barb Maher

Wednesday, January 24 7:00 am +Rosella (Goettl) Jewison: Joan Schmitz +James Dittrich: Mary Pribyl +Deceased of the Roy Marka Family and the Burt Family: Sharon Marka and Ron Kittleson

Thursday, January 25 7:00 am +Dominic Can Dong Dinh: Tom Dinh & Family + Gioan Baotixita: Thuy Le + Mr. & Mrs. Harold Biedscheid: Tom Marka

Friday, January 26 7:00 am +Frank L. Goettl: Les & Phyllis Schneider +Joyce Edwards: Estate Intentions of Dale Schneider: Mom and Dad

Saturday, January 27 8:00 am +Genevieve Mocol: Mary & Al Sack

+Peggy Sexton: Nancy Melvin +Ron Wright: Jan Bauer:

Sunday, January 21 Coffee/Rolls and Fellowship after 9:30 Mass in Jesuit Hall Adult Catechism Class after 7:30 am and 9:30 am Masses in Room 302 of Xavier Hall

Monday, January 22 7:00 pm Knights of Columbus meeting in Upper Room Tuesday, January 23 7:30 am to 12 noon Adoration in Xavier Hall Chapel 6:00 pm Finance Council Meeting in Room 203 Xavier Hall Wednesday, January 24 9:00 am to 12 noon Mission Quilting Upper Room Xavier Hall 6:00 pm Adult Study Class in Room 302 Xavier Hall 6 pm RCIA in Room 203 of Xavier Hall Thursday, January 25 7:00 pm Xavier Hall Chapel - Pray the Rosary for Priests 6:30 am Choir Rehearsal in Choir Room of Xavier Hall Friday, January 26 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Adoration in Xavier Chapel Saturday, January 27 9:00 am Legion of Mary in Room 203 of Xavier Hall

Weekly Schedule

PASTOR’S MESSAGE 3 PASTOR’S MESSAGE 3

Dear brothers and sisters In today’s Gospel we can learn about the obedience of our Lord’s disciples. In very few words, Saint Mark makes it clear that they didn't hesitate in following the Lord: “they abandoned their nets and followed him”. According to saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Mark indicates their obedience in regard to three things:

- First, in their promptness: Promptness is one of the main characteristics of Christian obedi-ence. As we read in the Scriptures: “Do not postpone from day to day” (Sir 5:7); - Secondly, in disencumbering themselves, because they left behind; here one must not con-sider the amount, but the affection. For one who leaves everything he could have, leaves all things. But what was the need for leaving all things? Saint John Chrysostom explains: “No one can possess riches and come to the kingdom of heaven perfectly; for they are an obstacle to virtue, because they diminish one’s anxiety for eternal things. - Thirdly, in regard to execution, because they followed him. For it is no great thing to leave all things, but perfection consists in following, which is through charity: "If I give away all I have, and if I deliver my body to be burned, but have not love, I gain nothing" (1 Cor 13:3).

Therefore, dear brothers and sisters, let us imitate their obedience. Let us examine our promptness and generosity when the Lord calls, when he calls us to give ourselves to him. When he invites us to leave our dark ways away with faith and determination, when he invites us to follow his command-ments with zeal and perseverance. Sts. Peter and Paul, pray for us. Fr Javier Ibarra, Pastor

YOU ARE INVITED TO

a Celebration of Life Parish-wide Baby Shower SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2018 @ 2:00PM

ALL FAMILIES & AGES WELCOME

as we celebrate parish families of babies ages womb - 6 months!

WHEN: 2:00pm for snacks & birthday cake

WHERE: Xavier Hall Upper Room (4th Floor)

HOW TO PARTICIPATE: bring a wrapped gift or 2 or however many you’d like labeled boy, girl, or either and age is necessary

EXPECTING PARISHIONERS OR PARENTS OF NEWBORN - 6 MONTHS may register by contacting Beth Shank in the parish office at (507)388-2995

or by email at faith4u@hickorytech.net

We rejoice in the gist of new life at Ss. Peter and Paul

Catholic Church!

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Minister Schedule for January 27-28, 2018 Saturday 5:15 pm

Sunday 7:30 am Sunday 9:30 am Sunday 11:30am

Extra-Ordinary Minister of Holy Communion

Mary Huettl. Mike Bach Lorraine Schweiss

Steve/Carol Raymond Rich Wheeler

Joanne Lamm, Cate Johnson Linda Kluever

Marlene Houg

Altar Servers James and Matthew Bach

Brianna Johnston Sarah Leonard

Derik & Brandon Miller, Anne Wood

Sebastian, Nicholas & Dominic Winstead

Lector Steve Behm Nancy Fasnacht Al Kluever Brian Zins

Greeters Kathy Morris, Paul Scheurer Phyllis Schneider

Dave/Cindy Johnston Roger Sonnek Bruce Tweto

Chuck Bernard Doug/Karen James Paul/Ger Kragh

Dolores Stelten Clarence/Mari Ites Chris/Rhonda Hughes

Ushers L. Schneider, Les Bruns, Mallory Hoffman, Jim Schweiss

Phil Chester, Tom Miller, Joe Goettl Richard Lebens

Wayne Huettl, Tom Dinh Stan Huettl

Tim Altenhofen, Mark Brosnan, B. Rosenstiel Chris/Rhonda Hughes,

Rosary Marlene Houg Linda Zumwalde Al/Linda Kluever

PHÚC ÂM: Mc 1, 14-20 "Anh em hãy ăn năn sám hối và tin vào Phúc Âm". Tin Mừng Chúa Giêsu Kitô theo Thánh Marcô. Sau khi Gioan bị bắt, Chúa Giêsu sang xứ Galilêa, rao giảng Tin Mừng nước Thiên Chúa, Người nói: "Thời giờ đã mãn và nước Thiên Chúa đã gần đến; anh em hãy ăn năn sám hối và tin vào Phúc Âm". Đang lúc đi dọc theo bờ biển Galilêa, Người thấy Simon và em là Anrê đang thả lưới xuống biển, vì các ông là những người đánh cá. Chúa Giêsu bảo các ông: "Hãy theo Ta, Ta sẽ làm cho các ngươi trở thành những kẻ chài lưới người". Lập tức các ông bỏ lưới theo Người. Đi xa hơn một chút nữa, Người thấy Giacôbê con ông Giêbêđê và em là Gioan đang xếp lưới trong thuyền, Người liền gọi các ông. Hai ông bỏ cha là Giêbêđê ở lại trên thuyền cùng với các người làm công, và đi theo Người. Đó là lời Chúa.

Sick Call Visiting

If you know of any parishioners of SSPP who are sick, in the hospital or nursing home, that need to be anointed or receive the sacrament of confession, or see a priest, please do not hesitate to call the parish office at 388-2995. Any of the priests will be happy to go to visit. Thank You.

Options For Women Our pregnancy resource center, Options For Wom-en|Mankato has moved. Come to an Open House, Sun-day, January 28, 1:00-3:00 p.m. 11 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 011. There is free parking in the 2nd St. and Cher-ry St. ramps. Enter under the black awing and take the elevator to floor D. Bring along a friend.

Parish Forum - Breakfast with the Padres Saturday, February 10, 9 a.m.

The “Help Us Grow Committee” is holding a parish forum on Saturday, February 10, beginning at 9 a.m. in Jesuit Hall. This is a great opportunity to learn about our parish, ask questions and be part of the exciting future at SS Peter and Paul. The event is free and open to all parishioners. Topics to be discussed include: - Meet our priests; Fr. Javier, Fr. Richard, Fr. Willian - Learn about the Nuns coming to our parish in March - Additional topics announced each week leading up to the forum!

Make plans to join us for this complimentary and in-formative parish forum. Enjoy a catered breakfast; get up to date on SS Peter and Paul and Help Us Grow!

Faith Formation Beth Shank

faith4u@hickorytech.net

Confirmation & Youth Ministry Beverly Miller

ssppyouth4u@gmail.com

Infancy Narratives in the Atrium

Each Advent through early February, catechists and children remember and ponder the Scriptures of the Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity of our Lord, Ado-ration of the Magi, and Presentation in the Temple utilizing the beautiful materials as tools for our work with the Trinity as our teacher and guide. We ponder many messages through the Scriptures including:

• God has a plan to bring all people and all of creation into the fullness of life in His Kingdom.

• This plan is unfolded in time and space and involves waiting and preparation.

• God chooses the smallest “vessels” in which to do His Greatest Work.

• Jesus is the light of the world for all. Each year the Level II catechist and children ponder a Synthesis of the Infancy Narratives through a com-mon “Golden Thread.” This year's “Golden thread” is “Light.” Who first knew about this “light”, has it changed, who else learns about this “light”, and who is this “light” intended for?

Take some time this week to read through these Scriptures again and ponder the “light”

within each!

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Wednesday, January 24h

5:15pm - Sloppy Joe Meal in Jesuit Hall

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Pro Life

When a woman is facing a difficult pregnancy, the reaction of the first person she tells tends to set the tone for her decision-making. How do we re-spond in a loving way that

is life-affirming for both her and her baby?

Rosary Society

Rosaries prayed for the weekend of January 20-21, 2018, for public serv-ants, may God grant them the humil-ity, wisdom, and courage to defend all human life, Sundays 7:05 am and 9:05 am in the main Church &

Wednesdays, 3:30 pm in Xavier Hall Chapel.

Loyola Catholic School

Learn about Loyola Catholic School...visit www.loyolacatholicschool.org

K-12 has current openings, PS/PK 2018-2019 enrollment is coming soon! Schedule family tours and shadow days at your convenience. Call Angela Casteel at 507-388-0615 or email acasteel@loyolacatholicschool.org

Jan. 14, 2017 Budget

Adult Env. $ 5,892.00 $8,957.00

Plate Coll. $ 902.43 1,058.00

E Transfer $ 2,750.00 2,900.00

Total

$ 9,544.43

$ 12,915.00

In Our Generosity We Imitate God Sympathy We express our most sincere sympathy to Pamela Hall-berg and her family upon the death of her mother Dolores Wingert, from North Mankato. May the Lord whom she sought in her life now keep her in everlast-ing joy.

Catholic Charities A pregnancy and subsequent abortion may be far behind you but the memo-ries can be painful leaving you feeling emotionally and spiritually distressed. Project Rachel can help you to heal. Call the Catholic Charities hotline at 800-222-5859 or our office at507-387-5586 for confidential information and help or visit us at www.ccsomn.org

Mark your calendar for the Healing Mass,

Friday, February 9, at 12:05 noon.

Baptism Reminder

There will be no Baptisms during Lent. If you are planning a first time baptism and need to sched-ule an appointment for the pre-baptism class, the next class will be Monday, April 9 at 6:00 pm.

Please do so by calling the parish office at 388-2995.

North Mankato K C Pancake Breakfast Start your Super Bowl Sunday with a Super Breakfast for a Super Cause! North Mankato Knights of Colum-bus Annual Pro Life Super Bowl Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 4 from 8:30 am to 12 noon, at Holy Rosary Church, Lower Social Hall, 525 Grant Ave., North Mankato. Serving pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and assorted beverages. Free will offering. Pro-ceeds to support Pro Life Causes in our community.

Thank You—Thank You

A Big Thank you to everyone who showed up and helped with the Help Us Grow Work Session last Satur-day at the Fitzgerald Building. We were able to clean the band room and the stair wells on the North side of the building. Shelves were also taken apart in the li-brary for use in the flower room above the sacristy.

III Domingo de tiempo ordinario 21 de enero de 2018

Miércoles, 24 de enero 5:15pm Sloppy Joe Meal en

Jesuit Hall

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10; Sal 89 (88):20-22, 25-26; Mc 3:22-30, o cualquiera de lecturas para el Día de Oración Martes: 2 Sm 6:12b-15, 17-19; Sal 24 (23):7-10; Mc 3:31-35 Miércoles: 2 Sm 7:4-17; Sal 89 (88):4-5, 27-30; Mc 4:1-20 Jueves: Hch 22:3-16 o Hch 9:1-22; Sal 117 (116):1bc, 2; Mc 16:15-18 Viernes: 2 Tm 1:1-8 o Tit 1:1-5; Sal 51 (50):3-7, 10-11; Mc 4:26-34 Sábado: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Sal 51 (50):12-17; Mc 4:35-41 Domingo: Dt 18:15-20; Sal 95 (94):1-2, 6-9; LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Lunes: Día de Oración por la Protección Legal de la Criatura en el Vientre Materno Martes: San Vicente; Santa Marianne Cope Miércoles: San Francisco de Sales Jueves: La Conversión de San Pablo Viernes: San Timoteo y San Tito Sábado: Santa Ángela de Meríci 1 Cor 7:32-35; Mc 1:21-28

LAS EXIGENCIAS DE SER DISCÍPULO Hoy ya encontramos lecturas con el tono penitencia de Cuaresma. Nínive ayuna durante cuarenta días, el salmista nos recuerda que sólo Dios puede indicarles el camino a los pecadores, san Pablo nos muestra que to-das las cosas y los acontecimientos de este mundo son transitorios y Jesús nos dice: “Arrepiéntanse” antes de llamar a sus nuevos seguidores. “Síganme”, dice Jesús, pero si realmente vivimos los mandamientos y las exi-gencias de ser discípulos por el Bautismo, nos daremos cuenta de nuestra necesidad de conversión, de nuestro arrepentimiento, nuestra necesidad de creer plenamente en el Evangelio. El Evangelio de hoy comienza recor-dándonos lo que le sucedió a Juan Bautista por vivir plenamente su vocación como heraldo de Cristo y del Evangelio: fue arrestado, encarcelado y martirizado. Si bien pocos de nosotros sufriremos consecuencias tan extremas, todos debemos estar preparados para enfren-tar algún tipo de rechazo por hacerle caso al llamado de Jesús, vivir el Reino de Dios que está próximo, arrepen-tirnos de nuestros pecados y creer en la buena nueva de salvación. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

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