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Fr. Don Blaeser, O.F.M., PastorFr. Duc Pham, O.F.M., Parochial VicarBro. Bob Barko, O.F.M. DeaconDeacon Wayne ZimmermanMs. Lori Shepard, PrincipalMrs. Carol Seifert, Director of Religious EducationMrs. Barbara Girouard
& Mrs. Caitlin Kendrick, Administrative AssistantsMr. Roger Begley, Music Director Mr. Brian Dreier, Finance ChairmanMr. Martin 'Mak' Makarewicz, Chairman Pastoral CouncilMr. Ryan Klauser, President of School BoardMrs. Joselyn Smith, Liturgy Planning Committee
PARISH WEBSITE: stfrancissolanus.comRECTORY 1721 COLLEGE AVENUE, QUINCY, IL 62301
217-222-2898 • Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Email: [email protected]
[email protected] 1720 COLLEGE AVENUE, QUINCY, IL 62301
217-222-4077Email: [email protected]
MASSESSunday Obligation Saturday evening: 4:30 p.m. for SundaySunday-6:30, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Weekdays 6:30 a.m. Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. Monday thru Saturday8:35 a.m. Wednesday during school yearHoly Day Obligation: Anticipated 5:30 p.m.Holy Day 6:30, 8:00 a.m.(8:35 a.m. during school year)and 5:30 p.m.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATIONSaturday-8:30 a.m. and 3:00-4:00 p.m. or call the Friary for an appointment
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Renovation217-224-3296
Twenty-second Sunday
in Ordinary Time
SEPTEMBER 3, 2017
Jeremiah 20:7-9; Romans 12:1-2;
Matthew 16:21-27
When the disciples first began tofollow Jesus, they probably thoughtof him as a spell-binding teacher,a very holy man, and a wonder-worker. Last Sunday, we saw that(by divine revelation) Peter pro-claimed Jesus as the Messiah.
The disciples thought that theMessiah would be God’s instrumentin bringing about a perfect world.He would vanquish all their enemies;he would establish perfect peace and justice; he would put an end to all disease and suffering; there wouldbe no more death, and the deadwould rise to share in his gloriouskingdom of joy.
But Jesus said that he was goingto suffer and die. The disciplessimply could not understand howthe Messiah (or Christ) could possi-bly suffer defeat. Peter argues withJesus. Jesus calls him a “satan.”“Satan” means “tempter.” It certain-ly would be a temptation, even forJesus, to be the kind of Messiaheveryone wanted – a Christ withoutthe cross!
The first reading parallels theGospel. Jeremiah says that God“duped” him. To follow God, hethought, should be joy. To be theLord’s prophet should mean happi-ness. But Jeremiah suffered rejec-tion by his own people.
Why do we follow Jesus Christ? Isit for “what we get out of it?” Whenthings don’t go our way, do we quitor cop out? When we suffer, do wethink that God doesn’t care or thatreligion is worthless?
The Lord calls us to share thecross before the crown. To followJesus means that we must deny ourvery selves. We are not masochists;we do not enjoy suffering. But wejoyfully accept our share in thecross of Christ in order that we may“offer our bodies as a living sacrifice,holy and pleasing to God.”
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This Week’s Events Monday, September 4 RECTORY OFFICE & SCHOOL CLOSED Tuesday, September 5 6:30 p.m. Frericks Prayer Group 6:30 p.m. Liturgy Planning Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 6 6:30 p.m. Cub Scout Meeting 7:00 p.m. Boy Scout Meeting 7:00 p.m. St. Francis Men’s Prayer Group Thursday, September 7 8:00 a.m. Ladies of St. Francis Card Party 5:00 p.m. Couples’ Prayer Group Friday, September 8 1:00 p.m. Kemner Rosary Group 3:00 p.m. Schlipman’s Girl Scout Meeting
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2017
Fr. Don’s Doodling I’ve often quipped on Labor Day that all of us ought to be working. Why should it be a day without labor? But most hard-working people don’t think this attempt at humor is terribly funny. I learned from the web that: “Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.” While it has no particular religious or spiritual component, Labor Day does provide us with a good opportunity to reflect on God’s gift of labor. Gift? Really? Those who work hard may not feel particularly gifted when they are sweaty and tired with aching muscles. But all we have to do is look around us at most anything and ask what would be there if it hadn’t been invented, built, produced, tended, repaired, or otherwise worked on by one or more workers. I’m reminded of the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, which we celebrate on May 1, which is the occasion for us to give thanks to God for the gift of labor and all that workers do to make our world a fitting place. The first chapter of the Book of Genesis is a description of God doing the fabulous “work” of creating this world. It continues: “On the seventh day God completed the work he had been doing; he rested on the seventh day from all the work he had undertaken.” (Gen. 2:2) Apparently God gave himself a “Labor Day,” to sit back and enjoy the fabulous job he had done. Another image that Labor Day brings to my mind is Albrecht Durer’s painting, “Praying Hands.” Everyone is familiar with this touching image. Legend tells us that Albrecht Durer and his brother had both wanted to become artists, but because their family was so poor, only one of them could go to study art. Albrecht won a coin toss, and his brother Albert worked in the mines. After four years, Albrecht had become an accomplished painter, while Albert had worked so hard that his hands were too gnarled and ruined to become an artist. So as a tribute to his brother, Albrecht painted Albert’s hands – at prayer. As I distribute Holy Communion I am honored to place the Body of Christ in the hands of so many of you whose hands show the effects of a lifetime of hard work. May God bless you for all you have done to provide for your family and to make our world a better place. God bless you this Labor Day and every day.
Labor Day Mass There will be one Mass on Labor Day, Monday, September 4,
and it will be at 8:00 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered every
Saturday from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address Changes If you are a parishioner of St. Francis and you move, either to a different house or to a nursing/assisted
living home, please notify the rectory.
Upcoming Events 10/10 – Private Event Financial Peace University Class 10/11 – Baptism Class Divorce and Beyond Workshop RCIA 10/12 – Pastoral Council Meeting 10/13 – Epic Study 10/15 – Kemner Rosary Group 10/16 – Wedding
September 9 & 10
Altar Server - Weekend
Communion Minister Usher Reader Greeter
Saturday 4:30 p.m.
Grace Dreier Kennady Fleer Nolan Fleer
Joleen Patton Theresa Rohrer David Pillars Rose Pillars Eric Schultz Diane Schultz Barbara Sibbing Teri Struck
Paul Kemner Brian Dreier Philip Kemner Adam Nixon Russell Rohrer John Veith
Michael Bickhaus Janet Waterkotte
Kristine Bickhaus Katie Schuecking
Sunday 6:30 a.m.
Dwain PrestonMike Happekotte
John Beckman Joe Bernhardt Janet Marquette
Tom Huynh
Sunday 8:00 a.m.
Lydia Veith Mary Monkton-Blickhan Don Winking Emilie Venvertloh Pat Winking Gary Winking Sue Winking Rich Zeidler Jan Zeidler
Roger Gallaher Jack Terwelp Perry Terwelp George Venvertloh Joe Venvertloh Larry Venvertloh
Bruce Broemmel Thomas Hummel
George Venvertloh Emilie Venvertloh Karen Venvertloh
Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Dylan Foley Lia Henrichs Madison McPherson
Donnette Cannady Marvin Knuffman Donna Mangold Anita Martin Damian McDonald Lisa McDonald Barbara Mitchell Joanne Ortwerth
Mike Zanger Terry Nall Mike Patterson Jack Ray Jeannie Thomas Karl Venvertloh
Alice Arnold Brad Kendrick
Nancy Hufendick Prudy Patterson
Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Brooker Holman Charlotte Horman Keiley Meyer
Larry Frese Rita Frese LouAnn Grady Anne Meyer Val Paden Ruth Scharnhorst Russ Siebers Joe Smith
Bill Fleer John Benz Joseph Obert Matthew Schulte Bud Voss Sam Vranjes
Michelle Obert Rosanna Voss
James Doellman Doris Karhoff
Servers for Saturday, September 9 at 8:00 a.m. Mass and weekday 8:00 a.m. Masses for September 11-15 are Olivia Hummel and Bobbi Monzo.
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New Décor at St. FrancisWe are so proud to unveil 2 new banners that will grace the hallways of our school! As you enter the North doors, a large banner displays our new Mission Statement, which was the
work of our fantastic marketing team. We appreciate Maggie Strong, Kia Hamann, and Matt Mueller for their time, talent,
and treasure to contribute to this project. We would also like to celebrate the creative energy of Mike Staff, who designed a banner for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade hallway! It incorporates an image of St. Francis, Academics, the Fine Arts, and Athletics. What a great way to include all aspects of our wonderful school and brighten the hallways at the same time. Thank you, Mike, for sharing your time and
talent with us! Lori Shepard, Principal
Notification to the Public Concerning Asbestos within the School District
The following information is provided in accordance with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and the Board of Education of the District. This notification has the intent to inform workers, building occupants and their legal guardians of activities related to asbestos containing building materials in the school. Copies of the inspection reports and the management plans are available for inspection during normal office hours in each school in the district and at the district office. Periodic surveillance is conducted at least every 6 months as long as asbestos materials remain in the building(s). The District will continue its efforts to maintain all remaining asbestos containing material in an intact state and undamaged
condition. School maintenance and custodial personnel have received the required asbestos awareness training.
Stipend Masses
The Stipend Masses for this week are:Sept. 4 6:30 a.m. Mon. 8:00 a.m. Richard ConnerySept. 5 6:30 a.m. Tues. 8:00 a.m. Charlie BriddleSept. 6 6:30 a.m. Anthony J. PriscoWed. 8:00 a.m. Sept. 7 6:30 a.m. Josie Ray Thur. 8:00 a.m. Betty VenvertlohSept. 8 6:30 a.m. Fri. 8:00 a.m. Sept. 9 8:00 a.m. Dick Olps’ BirthdaySat. 4:30 p.m. St. Francis ParishionersSept. 10 6:30 a.m. Sun. 8:00 a.m. Weiss Family
9:30 a.m. Virgil Meyer 11:00 a.m. Allison Holbrook
Marriage Banns1st Banns
Jacob Reid and Brittany Holman 2nd Banns
Stephen Stull and Claire Zanger
Young Moms TogetherYoung Moms Together will again be gathering at Solanus Hall, on the first and third Tuesdays
of each month, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., beginning Tuesday, September 19.
Come together to form and strengthen friendships. Encourage each other to grow in the Catholic faith as you reflect on Sunday’s
gospel and share prayer. All young mothers are welcome to attend
whenever possible, and children, Kindergarten age and younger, may accompany Mom.
Questions: call or text Jane Haas, facilitator, 217-257-0533.
Parish School of Religion Our Parish School of Religion starts Monday,
September 18, from 6:00-7:15 p.m. Registration forms are available at the church doors. If you are new to the program or returning from last year,
please pick up your registration forms. They are also available at the Parish Office.
Protecting God’s ChildrenThe following Protecting God’s Children session has been scheduled at Blessed Sacrament Parish from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
September 11.
Parish Support: August 26-27 Actual Budgeted Difference Church/School $21,096.82 $22,660 -$1,563.18 YEAR TO DATE $163,416.42 $203,940 -$40,523.58
Miscellaneous Collections$3,720.28
Parish Support: August 19-20 Actual Budgeted Difference Church/School $15,576.97 $22,660 -$5,459.84 YEAR TO DATE $142,319.60 $181,280 -$49,649.53
Miscellaneous Collection$954.46
Baptism Classes St. Francis offers baptism classes on the 1st Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the
Rectory. The September class has been moved to September 11 due to the rectory and school being closed on September 4.
Rest in PeacePlease pray for the soul of Jacqueline Mahair,
Edna Smith, Edward Glanzman and Randall Struck who died recently. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
MDA Blacklight Bingo Hosted by the Quincy Firefighters Local 63
Saturday, September 9, 2017 Elk’s Lodge 311 N. 2nd St.
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. $30 at the door $25 in advance
For more information, contact [email protected]
SeptemberFest at Blessed SacramentBlessed Sacrament will be holding its annual picnic on
Saturday, September 9 from 5:00-11:00 p.m. The evening will include games for all, basket raffles, silent auction and of
course great food. The band Raised on Radio will be playing from 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Franciscan Vocation WeekendOur Franciscan Vocation Office is offering four “Come and See” opportunities: September 15-17 in St. Louis.
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Quincy Catholic CharitiesPancake Breakfast Saturday, September 9, 2017
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Applebee’s: 3827 Broadway
Tickets are $5 and can be purchased through Mary Courty at 653-6939, Jackie Dreyer at
222-8049, or at the Parish Office. Come and support Quincy Catholic Charities
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Classes
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Class at St. Francis will begin on Sunday, September 10.
The class will meet for nine straight Sunday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center.
ALL PARISHIONERS ARE WELCOME! This isn’t your typical “money class.” FPU is practical, entertaining, and fun! Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet or you’re a millionaire, FPU has something for you. Start your journey to financial
peace by registering for the class at: http://fpu.com/1046982
For more information, contact FPU coordinator Rick Gengenbacher at 257-5670 or [email protected].
Meals for Carol SeifertAnyone interested in helping out and preparing a meal for Carol Seifert and her family can log onto takethemameal.com, navigate to the “Find” box, and use the password 4820. Information can be
found on that page to select a day that works for you. Please help this wonderful family in need. Contact Doris Karhoff at 217-653-2321
Assumptions Catholic Store in Quincy
Assumptions (Catholic Store) from Macomb will be selling Catholic sacramentals such as rosaries, scapulars and medals, small religious art, Bibles, and books from 10:00 a.m. to noon in Quincy on Saturday, September 16. They will have tables set up in the St. Rose of Lima Parish Hall (located behind the church at 1009 N. 8th Street). Take advantage of this great opportunity to purchase a variety of Catholic items. You can call the store at least a week ahead if you have any special requests for them to bring from their in-stock items
(309) 833-1979 (Tues.-Sat. from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
St. Francis Community Assistance
Due to a shortage of resources, St. Francis Food Pantry will be closed from
August 28 – September 10, 2017.
Couples’ Prayer Group Couples’ Prayer Group will be held this Thursday,
September 7 at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Francis Parish Center. Daycare will be provided for all children, along with dinner. Please RSVP with a side dish and number of
children (if any) if you plan to attend to Emily Wellman 217-257-3536. Hope to see you there!
Ladies of St. FrancisThe first Ladies gathering of the season will be
September 26, at 6:00 p.m. in Solanus Hall. Please call Edna at 224-3957 to make your reservation.
K.C. Breakfast K.C. Volunteer Crews will be serving breakfast every Sunday starting September 17 through Palm Sunday, March 25, 2018
8:30 a.m. to NOON Featuring Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Ham,
Fried Potatoes, Pancakes, Biscuits and Gravy, Fruit Cocktail, Toast, Coffee, Milk and Orange Juice
Adults $6.99 Kids 6-12 $3.50 Kids 5 and Under FREE ALL ARE WELCOME!
2017 QND Fall Cheer CampWhen: September 8, 2017
Where: QND grounds Time: Registration begins at 4:45 – Camp begins at 5:30
Ages: 3 years – 8th Grade Cost: $25 per child. Additional siblings after 1st child $20.00.
Pre-Register by September 1 and receive $5.00 off the registration fee. Pre-registration is not required, but recommended. You can still show up that night and attend!
For questions, please reach out to Tracy at 217-257-2524.
Ladies of St. Francis Card Party
Thursday, September 7, 2017 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hosted by: David and Mary Ann HildebrandSt. Francis Solanus Hall
All are invited to play cards or games. Call Marcia for reservations at 222-3370.
Interested in joining Cub Scouts?Come join the fun! St. Francis Cub Scout Pack 22 will have a Meet, Greet, and Join Night on Wednesday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the St. Francis Parish Center. Cub Scouting is for boys in kindergarten
through fifth grades. If you are not already enrolled, please stop by our meeting and check it out!
If you have questions, please contact Cubmaster Jason Costigan at (217)779-3584 or
Head Cook Position Opening
St. Dominic School is seeking to fill an immediate opening for a Head Cook/Cafeteria Manager. The person must have a sanitation license or work towards getting
one. Experience is preferred. Resumes may be sent to: Sue Kelley, St. Dominic School, 4100 Columbus Rd.,
Quincy, IL 62305 or emailed to [email protected].
Open PositonQuincy Roman Catholic Cemetery Association is in need of a full time grounds and maintenance worker.
If interested please apply at Cemetery Office: 1730 N 18th St.
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Janitor/ Maintenance Person Needed There is a janitorial/maintenance opening at the Parish Center.
If interested, please contact Fr. Don at 217-222-2898.
Boy Scouts of St. FrancisThe Scouts have finished up the bench project for St. Francis Hills. All of the donations from the can drive allowed us to build 20 benches. Thank you to everyone who brought your cans to us on Earth
Day. And, a big thank you to all of the Scout parents and leaders who transported the cans to
the recycling center and picked up all of the materials. We hope you enjoy a good time by the
fire the next time you are at the Hills!
32nd Annual QND Foundation Scholarship Golf Tournament
Please join us on Monday, September 25, 2017, at Westview Golf Course. Lunch and registration begin at 11:15 a.m. with tee off at noon. Proceeds benefit QND students
with financial assistance. Cost is $130 per player and includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, dinner and refreshments. Visit
www.quincynotredame.org for more details. To register or for more information on how to become a $300 hole sponsor, contact Stacey Staff in the QND Foundation
Office at 224-2598, [email protected]
MSP Request for Unavailable DatesIt has already been 3 months since the last request for your availability. Hope everyone had an enjoyable summer.
The next schedule will cover the months of October, November and December.
Please remember as you consider your schedule for the holidays: October 31, November 1, Thanksgiving, Christmas
Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day. Also, if you would like to minister at any of the
Holiday Masses, please let us know. The next scheduling period will be from September 30
through January 5, 2018. For those with no internet access, please call the office, 217-222-2898 and let us know any dates you will not be available to serve in this period
before September 6.
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Quincy Catholic CharitiesPancake Breakfast Saturday, September 9, 2017
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Applebee’s: 3827 Broadway
Tickets are $5 and can be purchased through Mary Courty at 653-6939, Jackie Dreyer at
222-8049, or at the Parish Office. Come and support Quincy Catholic Charities
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Classes
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Class at St. Francis will begin on Sunday, September 10.
The class will meet for nine straight Sunday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center.
ALL PARISHIONERS ARE WELCOME! This isn’t your typical “money class.” FPU is practical, entertaining, and fun! Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet or you’re a millionaire, FPU has something for you. Start your journey to financial
peace by registering for the class at: http://fpu.com/1046982
For more information, contact FPU coordinator Rick Gengenbacher at 257-5670 or [email protected].
Meals for Carol SeifertAnyone interested in helping out and preparing a meal for Carol Seifert and her family can log onto takethemameal.com, navigate to the “Find” box, and use the password 4820. Information can be
found on that page to select a day that works for you. Please help this wonderful family in need. Contact Doris Karhoff at 217-653-2321
Assumptions Catholic Store in Quincy
Assumptions (Catholic Store) from Macomb will be selling Catholic sacramentals such as rosaries, scapulars and medals, small religious art, Bibles, and books from 10:00 a.m. to noon in Quincy on Saturday, September 16. They will have tables set up in the St. Rose of Lima Parish Hall (located behind the church at 1009 N. 8th Street). Take advantage of this great opportunity to purchase a variety of Catholic items. You can call the store at least a week ahead if you have any special requests for them to bring from their in-stock items
(309) 833-1979 (Tues.-Sat. from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
St. Francis Community Assistance
Due to a shortage of resources, St. Francis Food Pantry will be closed from
August 28 – September 10, 2017.
Couples’ Prayer Group Couples’ Prayer Group will be held this Thursday,
September 7 at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Francis Parish Center. Daycare will be provided for all children, along with dinner. Please RSVP with a side dish and number of
children (if any) if you plan to attend to Emily Wellman 217-257-3536. Hope to see you there!
Ladies of St. FrancisThe first Ladies gathering of the season will be
September 26, at 6:00 p.m. in Solanus Hall. Please call Edna at 224-3957 to make your reservation.
K.C. Breakfast K.C. Volunteer Crews will be serving breakfast every Sunday starting September 17 through Palm Sunday, March 25, 2018
8:30 a.m. to NOON Featuring Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Ham,
Fried Potatoes, Pancakes, Biscuits and Gravy, Fruit Cocktail, Toast, Coffee, Milk and Orange Juice
Adults $6.99 Kids 6-12 $3.50 Kids 5 and Under FREE ALL ARE WELCOME!
2017 QND Fall Cheer CampWhen: September 8, 2017
Where: QND grounds Time: Registration begins at 4:45 – Camp begins at 5:30
Ages: 3 years – 8th Grade Cost: $25 per child. Additional siblings after 1st child $20.00.
Pre-Register by September 1 and receive $5.00 off the registration fee. Pre-registration is not required, but recommended. You can still show up that night and attend!
For questions, please reach out to Tracy at 217-257-2524.
Ladies of St. Francis Card Party
Thursday, September 7, 2017 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hosted by: David and Mary Ann HildebrandSt. Francis Solanus Hall
All are invited to play cards or games. Call Marcia for reservations at 222-3370.
Interested in joining Cub Scouts?Come join the fun! St. Francis Cub Scout Pack 22 will have a Meet, Greet, and Join Night on Wednesday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the St. Francis Parish Center. Cub Scouting is for boys in kindergarten
through fifth grades. If you are not already enrolled, please stop by our meeting and check it out!
If you have questions, please contact Cubmaster Jason Costigan at (217)779-3584 or
Head Cook Position Opening
St. Dominic School is seeking to fill an immediate opening for a Head Cook/Cafeteria Manager. The person must have a sanitation license or work towards getting
one. Experience is preferred. Resumes may be sent to: Sue Kelley, St. Dominic School, 4100 Columbus Rd.,
Quincy, IL 62305 or emailed to [email protected].
Open PositonQuincy Roman Catholic Cemetery Association is in need of a full time grounds and maintenance worker.
If interested please apply at Cemetery Office: 1730 N 18th St.
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Janitor/ Maintenance Person Needed There is a janitorial/maintenance opening at the Parish Center.
If interested, please contact Fr. Don at 217-222-2898.
Boy Scouts of St. FrancisThe Scouts have finished up the bench project for St. Francis Hills. All of the donations from the can drive allowed us to build 20 benches. Thank you to everyone who brought your cans to us on Earth
Day. And, a big thank you to all of the Scout parents and leaders who transported the cans to
the recycling center and picked up all of the materials. We hope you enjoy a good time by the
fire the next time you are at the Hills!
32nd Annual QND Foundation Scholarship Golf Tournament
Please join us on Monday, September 25, 2017, at Westview Golf Course. Lunch and registration begin at 11:15 a.m. with tee off at noon. Proceeds benefit QND students
with financial assistance. Cost is $130 per player and includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, dinner and refreshments. Visit
www.quincynotredame.org for more details. To register or for more information on how to become a $300 hole sponsor, contact Stacey Staff in the QND Foundation
Office at 224-2598, [email protected]
MSP Request for Unavailable DatesIt has already been 3 months since the last request for your availability. Hope everyone had an enjoyable summer.
The next schedule will cover the months of October, November and December.
Please remember as you consider your schedule for the holidays: October 31, November 1, Thanksgiving, Christmas
Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day. Also, if you would like to minister at any of the
Holiday Masses, please let us know. The next scheduling period will be from September 30
through January 5, 2018. For those with no internet access, please call the office, 217-222-2898 and let us know any dates you will not be available to serve in this period
before September 6.
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New Décor at St. FrancisWe are so proud to unveil 2 new banners that will grace the hallways of our school! As you enter the North doors, a large banner displays our new Mission Statement, which was the
work of our fantastic marketing team. We appreciate Maggie Strong, Kia Hamann, and Matt Mueller for their time, talent,
and treasure to contribute to this project. We would also like to celebrate the creative energy of Mike Staff, who designed a banner for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade hallway! It incorporates an image of St. Francis, Academics, the Fine Arts, and Athletics. What a great way to include all aspects of our wonderful school and brighten the hallways at the same time. Thank you, Mike, for sharing your time and
talent with us! Lori Shepard, Principal
Notification to the Public Concerning Asbestos within the School District
The following information is provided in accordance with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and the Board of Education of the District. This notification has the intent to inform workers, building occupants and their legal guardians of activities related to asbestos containing building materials in the school. Copies of the inspection reports and the management plans are available for inspection during normal office hours in each school in the district and at the district office. Periodic surveillance is conducted at least every 6 months as long as asbestos materials remain in the building(s). The District will continue its efforts to maintain all remaining asbestos containing material in an intact state and undamaged
condition. School maintenance and custodial personnel have received the required asbestos awareness training.
Stipend Masses
The Stipend Masses for this week are:Sept. 4 6:30 a.m. Mon. 8:00 a.m. Richard ConnerySept. 5 6:30 a.m. Tues. 8:00 a.m. Charlie BriddleSept. 6 6:30 a.m. Anthony J. PriscoWed. 8:00 a.m. Sept. 7 6:30 a.m. Josie Ray Thur. 8:00 a.m. Betty VenvertlohSept. 8 6:30 a.m. Fri. 8:00 a.m. Sept. 9 8:00 a.m. Dick Olps’ BirthdaySat. 4:30 p.m. St. Francis ParishionersSept. 10 6:30 a.m. Sun. 8:00 a.m. Weiss Family
9:30 a.m. Virgil Meyer 11:00 a.m. Allison Holbrook
Marriage Banns1st Banns
Jacob Reid and Brittany Holman 2nd Banns
Stephen Stull and Claire Zanger
Young Moms TogetherYoung Moms Together will again be gathering at Solanus Hall, on the first and third Tuesdays
of each month, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., beginning Tuesday, September 19.
Come together to form and strengthen friendships. Encourage each other to grow in the Catholic faith as you reflect on Sunday’s
gospel and share prayer. All young mothers are welcome to attend
whenever possible, and children, Kindergarten age and younger, may accompany Mom.
Questions: call or text Jane Haas, facilitator, 217-257-0533.
Parish School of Religion Our Parish School of Religion starts Monday,
September 18, from 6:00-7:15 p.m. Registration forms are available at the church doors. If you are new to the program or returning from last year,
please pick up your registration forms. They are also available at the Parish Office.
Protecting God’s ChildrenThe following Protecting God’s Children session has been scheduled at Blessed Sacrament Parish from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
September 11.
Parish Support: August 26-27 Actual Budgeted Difference Church/School $21,096.82 $22,660 -$1,563.18 YEAR TO DATE $163,416.42 $203,940 -$40,523.58
Miscellaneous Collections$3,720.28
Parish Support: August 19-20 Actual Budgeted Difference Church/School $15,576.97 $22,660 -$5,459.84 YEAR TO DATE $142,319.60 $181,280 -$49,649.53
Miscellaneous Collection$954.46
Baptism Classes St. Francis offers baptism classes on the 1st Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the
Rectory. The September class has been moved to September 11 due to the rectory and school being closed on September 4.
Rest in PeacePlease pray for the soul of Jacqueline Mahair,
Edna Smith, Edward Glanzman and Randall Struck who died recently. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
MDA Blacklight Bingo Hosted by the Quincy Firefighters Local 63
Saturday, September 9, 2017 Elk’s Lodge 311 N. 2nd St.
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SeptemberFest at Blessed SacramentBlessed Sacrament will be holding its annual picnic on
Saturday, September 9 from 5:00-11:00 p.m. The evening will include games for all, basket raffles, silent auction and of
course great food. The band Raised on Radio will be playing from 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Franciscan Vocation WeekendOur Franciscan Vocation Office is offering four “Come and See” opportunities: September 15-17 in St. Louis.
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This Week’s Events Monday, September 4 RECTORY OFFICE & SCHOOL CLOSED Tuesday, September 5 6:30 p.m. Frericks Prayer Group 6:30 p.m. Liturgy Planning Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 6 6:30 p.m. Cub Scout Meeting 7:00 p.m. Boy Scout Meeting 7:00 p.m. St. Francis Men’s Prayer Group Thursday, September 7 8:00 a.m. Ladies of St. Francis Card Party 5:00 p.m. Couples’ Prayer Group Friday, September 8 1:00 p.m. Kemner Rosary Group 3:00 p.m. Schlipman’s Girl Scout Meeting
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2017
Fr. Don’s Doodling I’ve often quipped on Labor Day that all of us ought to be working. Why should it be a day without labor? But most hard-working people don’t think this attempt at humor is terribly funny. I learned from the web that: “Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.” While it has no particular religious or spiritual component, Labor Day does provide us with a good opportunity to reflect on God’s gift of labor. Gift? Really? Those who work hard may not feel particularly gifted when they are sweaty and tired with aching muscles. But all we have to do is look around us at most anything and ask what would be there if it hadn’t been invented, built, produced, tended, repaired, or otherwise worked on by one or more workers. I’m reminded of the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, which we celebrate on May 1, which is the occasion for us to give thanks to God for the gift of labor and all that workers do to make our world a fitting place. The first chapter of the Book of Genesis is a description of God doing the fabulous “work” of creating this world. It continues: “On the seventh day God completed the work he had been doing; he rested on the seventh day from all the work he had undertaken.” (Gen. 2:2) Apparently God gave himself a “Labor Day,” to sit back and enjoy the fabulous job he had done. Another image that Labor Day brings to my mind is Albrecht Durer’s painting, “Praying Hands.” Everyone is familiar with this touching image. Legend tells us that Albrecht Durer and his brother had both wanted to become artists, but because their family was so poor, only one of them could go to study art. Albrecht won a coin toss, and his brother Albert worked in the mines. After four years, Albrecht had become an accomplished painter, while Albert had worked so hard that his hands were too gnarled and ruined to become an artist. So as a tribute to his brother, Albrecht painted Albert’s hands – at prayer. As I distribute Holy Communion I am honored to place the Body of Christ in the hands of so many of you whose hands show the effects of a lifetime of hard work. May God bless you for all you have done to provide for your family and to make our world a better place. God bless you this Labor Day and every day.
Labor Day Mass There will be one Mass on Labor Day, Monday, September 4,
and it will be at 8:00 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered every
Saturday from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address Changes If you are a parishioner of St. Francis and you move, either to a different house or to a nursing/assisted
living home, please notify the rectory.
Upcoming Events 10/10 – Private Event Financial Peace University Class 10/11 – Baptism Class Divorce and Beyond Workshop RCIA 10/12 – Pastoral Council Meeting 10/13 – Epic Study 10/15 – Kemner Rosary Group 10/16 – Wedding
September 9 & 10
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Grace Dreier Kennady Fleer Nolan Fleer
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Roger Gallaher Jack Terwelp Perry Terwelp George Venvertloh Joe Venvertloh Larry Venvertloh
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Dylan Foley Lia Henrichs Madison McPherson
Donnette Cannady Marvin Knuffman Donna Mangold Anita Martin Damian McDonald Lisa McDonald Barbara Mitchell Joanne Ortwerth
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Brooker Holman Charlotte Horman Keiley Meyer
Larry Frese Rita Frese LouAnn Grady Anne Meyer Val Paden Ruth Scharnhorst Russ Siebers Joe Smith
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