june 21, 2020 · 2020-06-06 · june 21, 2020 12th sunday in ordinary time 13900 biscayne ave. w...
TRANSCRIPT
JUNE 21, 2020
12TH SUNDAY IN
ORDINARY TIME
13900 BISCAYNE AVE. W
ROSEMOUNT, MN 55068
PHONE: 651-423-4402
www.stjosephcommunity.org
Weekend Mass times:
Saturday: 5:00 pm
Sunday: 7 am, 8:30 am, & 10:30 am
2�
PADRE PAUL’S PONDERINGS
Church of St. Joseph ∙ Rosemount, Minnesota�
JUNE 21, 2020�
Like Saint Joseph, Fathers Quietly Do so Much
Besides being the patron saint of fathers, our parish patron
Saint Joseph has many other patronages as well. Countless
churches are named after him. And I think it’s safe to say if
asked “who was Saint Joseph?” many could tell you who he
was as the foster father of Jesus. But what about beyond
that?
While Joseph may be one of the most known of our saints
in terms of name recognition, what we know of him is very
little. Unlike other saints, there’s no writings that have been
handed down. He says nothing in the New Testament. All
that is told of him is that he is a just man, and he trusts in
God’s plans over his own, and is there for Jesus and Mary
until at some point he dies before Jesus begins His public
ministry.
The thing of it is though is that Joseph doesn’t have to say
or write much for us to know who the man is. What we
know is enough - that he was there day in and day out to
support Mary and Joseph, and that he played his part in
God’s plan, and did so much to make the Holy Family holy.
In many ways, I think our earthly fathers are a lot like
Joseph. They say “yes” to the vocation of being a dad and
trust that even though their child does not come with an
instruction manual, things will work out. They look to their
spouse as their partner and equal in raising their child.
They look to God for help and guidance too. But perhaps
more than anything, every day they are just quietly there
for their children, from working a job to keep a roof over
their heads, to going to the ball games, giving them advice
and guidance, and in a million small ways day in and day
out helping a child to realize they are loved, and that God
has a plan for them too by giving them the guidance they
need to chase their own dreams and fulfill that plan.
In my life, I’ve been blessed with two great parents. With
respect to my dad, he is someone who has always been
there, and who has worked so hard over the years for our
family. Growing up, every day he’d go to work to support
the family, but when he got home he was there with us too.
Some nights there’d be things to do around the house; other
nights we’d go to the park together for sledding in the
winter or tossing the football or working on catching fly
balls in the summer and fall, or hang out at the house and
fire up the Atari or electric football, but through it all, he
never was off doing “his own thing” with his friends but
there for me growing up, as he still is today. Now a
grandfather and recently retired, it’s a joy to see him
spend time with my nephew Henry who is an energetic 6
year old. But he’s also continually there for other people
too, much as he has been his whole life, helping whenever
he can. He’d be the first to be over at my grandparents
house to help with lawn cutting, snow shoveling, getting
groceries for them when they couldn’t drive, and he is also
active in his parish too. He’s given me much good advice
over the years, but through his actions I’ve learned so much
about what the faith looks like in action. Like Saint Joseph,
he lets his actions do the talking. (And evangelizing).
Whether you are a father or not, you certainly have one.
Hopefully it has been a good relationship. If it hasn’t, strive
to pray for him, and to work through emotions by
acknowledging them rather than burying them,
remembering that God’s love can do so much, and this
continues even after we die too. If you’ve lost your father,
remember that death does not separate us forever. We
may not have the person physically present with us, but we
are connected. They live on in God’s love, but we can still
learn from them too by emulating their good qualities.
Hopefully like with my dad, your experience has been one
of learning so much by seeing God’s love in action in many
ways through your father’s way of life.
If you are fortunate to have your dad still here on earth,
give him a gift that he’ll treasure, namely the gift of your
time, by making time to visit and regularly see your father
and grandfather. And if you are a father yourself, never
forget that all those many things you do for your families,
even if they aren’t always seen at the time as being
important or appreciated, do so much to help your children
to come to know the love of God and how to respond to
that love.
In a world where so much time and energy can go into
wanting to be noticed by others,
fathers stand as an example that the
most important things we do may be
hidden from the world, but truly
leave a lasting impact in changing
others for the better. Our fathers
help make us who we are, and they
show us so much by quietly living out
the faith day after day and helping
us to see God’s love through them,
and helping us respond to that love
on our own journeys through life.
May God bless them!
Have a blessed Father’s Day,
Fr. Paul
ST. JOSEPH’S STAFF & INFO
Church of St. Joseph ∙ Rosemount, Minnesota�
12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME�
3�
STEWARDSHIP
Sacramental Care
Pastor Fr. Paul Kammen 651-313-8466
Deacon Steve Boatwright 651-313-8493
Deacon Gordon Bird 651-423-4402
Administrative
Director Randy Haney 651-313-8468
Admin Asst: Reception Ann Brown 651-313-8460
Admin Asst: Database Melissa Tousignant 651-313-8461
Admin: Communications Bobbi Neuens 651-313-8470
Bookkeeper/HR Jane Schmitz 651-313-8467
Facilities Maintenance Pat Archer 651-313-8488
Lifelong Faith Formation
Director Kayla Rooney 651-313-8464
Youth Coordinator Scott Kieffer 651-313-8591
Catechesis Coordinator Kathy Neary 651-313-8465
Parish Life
Director Bridget Samson 651-313-8462
Pastoral Ministry
Coordinator Kyle Finken 651-313-8463
School
Principal Kelly Roche 651-313-8471
Secretary Cris Meaden 651-313-8486
Worship
Director Bill Bradley 651-313-8469
Parish Council
Parish Council Chair Ann Volkert 651-341-5230
Additional Info
Parish Office: Hrs. (M–F) 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 651-423-4402
School Office 651-423-1658
To send an email to a St Joseph staff member, use the
following format: first name.last [email protected]
Parish Website www.stjosephcommunity.org
Facebook: St. Joseph Catholic Church & School
Rosemount Minnesota
Twitter: @stjoesrosemount
Archdiocese’s Victim/Survivor Assistance Program:
651-291-4497 (for confidential care)
Convenient & Consistent ways to help
St. Joe’s grow…
*QRC (Quick Response Code)
to St. Joseph Giving Site: With your
smart phone use your camera app to scan
the QRC. Then follow the instructions.
*Or TEXT the amount to: 651-419-5719
which will respond with a text message
from Vanco eservicepayments (our credit card provider),
click on the link and follow the instructions.
*AUTOMATIC ONLINE GIVING :
Consider scheduling a recurring electronic contribution
today. Go to the Parish Website
www.stjosephcommunity.org & click on the “GIVE” Button,
or call the Parish Office at 651-423-4402. �
YEAR TO DATE BUDGET
JOB POSTING...
Part-Time Building
Monitor Wanted
St. Joseph Church has an opening for a Part-Time Building
Monitor. Responsibilities include: setting up and taking
down tables, light janitorial work and monitoring the
building security. This position will also be available to fill
in with a few hours to days’ notice. The shifts being
covered are weeknights and weekends. If interested,
please pick up an application at the Parish Office.
For more details, contact Pat Archer at 651-423-4402
x5125.
LITURGY & WORSHIP
MASS INTENTIONS
INFORMATION
Mon 22 8:30 † Souls in Purgatory
Thurs 25 8:30 † Peter Fink
Fri 26 8:30 † Dorothy Schaefer
Sat 27 5pm † Matt Wallace
Sun 28 7am St. Joseph Parish Community
Sun 28 8:30 † Jack & Bev Warweg
Sun 28 10:30 † Geraldine & Christopher Johnson
READINGS
For the Week of June 21
Sunday: Jer 20:10-13/Ps 69:8-10, 14, 17, 33-35
[14c]/Rom 5:12-15/Mt 10:26-33
Monday: 2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18/Ps 60:3, 4-5,
12-13 [7b]/Mt 7:1-5
Tuesday: 2 Kgs 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36/
Ps 48:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 10-11 [cf. 9d]/
Mt 7:6, 12-14
Wednesday: Vigil: Jer 1:4-10/Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17
[6b]/1 Pt 1:8-12/Lk 1:5-17. Day: Is 49:1-6/
Ps 139:1-3, 13-14, 14-15 [14a]/
Acts 13:22-26/Lk 1:57-66, 80
Thursday: 2 Kgs 24:8-17/Ps 79:1b-2, 3-5, 8, 9 [9]/
Mt 7:21-29
Friday: 2 Kgs 25:1-12/Ps 137:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6 [6ab]
/Mt 8:1-4
Saturday: Lam 2:2, 10-14, 18-19/Ps 74:1b-2, 3-5,
6-7, 20-21 [19b]/Mt 8:5-17
Next Sunday: 2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a/Ps 89:2-3, 16-17,
18-19 [2a]/Rom 6:3-4, 8-11/Mt 10:37-42
A Father’s Day Prayer
God,
Bless all the fathers in the world.
Father, we ask that You guide them to
be good role models and loving to their
children. We also ask that You help
them to be a father like You are.
Give them grace and patience to
handle situations in a loving way.
Amen
4�
Friday, July 10th
Eucharistic Adoration will begin at
9:00am following Morning Mass.
Benediction will be completed by 12:00 pm
PLEASE NOTE: Eucharistic Adoration will be the 2nd
Friday of July as the Parish will be closed July 3rd.
During the Summer months Benediction will be held at
noon.
The Parish Office will be
closed on
Friday, July 3rd &
Monday, July 6th
in observation of the holiday.
PLEASE NOTE:
Even though the Parish Office is closed, we WILL have
Morning Mass on Friday, July 3rd & Monday July 6
Ushers provide an important role in our liturgies and we
are in need of additional help at all weekend Masses.
Please contact Ann Brown in the Parish Office if you can
help us. Thank you so much.
Ann Brown at 651-423-4402, ext 3221
RESOURCES FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERS:
Health care workers are on the front lines during this
pandemic, and the Church is here to help support them.
At https://www.archspm.org/covid19/covid19prayers/
health care workers can request prayers, sign up for a
weekly email containing encouragement and support, and
find videos and other resources. Additionally, those wishing
to support health care workers with their prayers can visit
this page to sign up.
CONTINUED PRAYERS ARE NEEDED: Please continue to
pray for COVID-19 patients, their families, priests, and
medical teams attending to them, as well as for all health
care workers on the front lines during this pandemic.
Use the link above to learn about prayer opportunities.
FAITH FORMATION & PARISH INFORMATION
Church of St. Joseph ∙ Rosemount, Minnesota�
12 SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME�
5
ADULT MISSION UPDATE
PASTORAL CARE Would you or someone you
know like a home visit, communion or an
anointing? If so, please contact
651-423-4402.
BAPTISMS Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st
and 3rd weekend of each month after the
10:30am mass. (please note that there can be
fluctuations in this schedule depending on other
liturgical needs). Parents are required to have
completed the Baptism Preparation class which
is offered the 2nd Thursday of each month at
6:30 pm.
For more information please call the parish
office at 651-423-4402.
RECONCILIATION Individual reconciliation ~
Saturdays at 4:00 pm or by appointment.
Communal celebrations and Individual
celebrations are held during Advent and Lent.
MARRIAGE All couples anticipating Christian
marriage should contact the Parish Office at
(651) 423-4402 at least 6 months prior to a
wedding date being set.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK This Sacrament
may be received by any Catholic who is
seriously ill, about to undergo major surgery, or
in poor health. The second Sunday of each
month we offer this sacrament after each
Mass or call the Parish Office, (651) 423-4402.
PRAYER CHAIN To place a prayer request call
Pat at 651-452-7689 or email
FAITH FORMATION and SACRAMENTAL
PREPARATION
Sunday School for ages 3, 4, and 5 is held
during the 8:30 & 10:30 Masses.
Faith Formation for Grades 1-12 along with
Sacramental Preparation.
Call (651) 423-4402 for more information.
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL
St. Joseph School provides a God-centered,
supportive academic environment for students,
Grades PreK-8. Contact Kelly Roche, Principal
at (651) 423-1658 for more information.
DAILY ROSARY
The rosary is prayed before each weekday
Mass (Mon.-Fri.) starting 35 minutes before the
scheduled Mass time–except on First Friday when
the rosary is prayed at the start of Eucharistic
Adoration. All are invited to join us as we pray
for the needs of the Church and community.
BULLETIN DEADLINE: Noon on Mondays. All
bulletin announcements should be sent to
appropriate staff personnel for approval
before they will be included in the bulletin.
2020-2021
Faith Formation Online
Registration is open!
FULL TIME Volunteers receive
a $50 discount per family –
consider volunteering your
time and talent for the 2020-
2021 school year!
Use the link below to Register:
https://www.stjosephcommunity.org/faith-formation/
registration/
St. Joseph Community
VBS Registration is OPEN!
August 3-7, 2020
9:00am - 12:00pm
$50 per participant
K-Grade 5 2020-2021 School Year
Participants & Volunteers
Use the Same Link to Register!
https://vbspro.events/p/events/stjosephvbs2020
The adult international mission team was scheduled to be in
Guatemala the week of July 4-11. After 5 trips to Haiti and
one to the Dominican Republic, Guatemala was to be our
latest destination in our annual mission work representing
St. Joe's through Mission of Hope. We are deeply saddened
by the news that the international coronavirus pandemic has
resulted in cancellation of our trip. We thank all the
parishioners who have supported our efforts and we have
already begun planning for 2021. Many of you made
donations for specific items such as goats or trees. Those
donations to Mission of Hope will still be made and families in
need will still benefit from your donation. Some additional
funds raised will also be donated to Mission of Hope to
support their many efforts to serve which have also been
greatly hindered by the pandemic. We pray that we will be
able to successfully make another trip next year, but we also
trust in God's plan for our parish efforts.
Thank you for your support and God bless you.
~The Adult International
Mission Team
Church of St. Joseph ∙ Rosemount, Minnesota�
JUNE 21, 2020�
6�
Updated June 11, 2020
A Return to Public Masses with Limited Capacity�
�
The Archdiocese has approved a return to public worship during the pandemic �
with restrictions. The weekend of June 20/21, our schedule will be:�
�
Saturday, 3:30 pm � Confessions �
Saturday, 5:00pm � in the Church with limited capacity��
This Mass will also be live�streamed and recorded�
Sunday, 7:00am � Outdoor Mass � without communion�
Sunday, 8:30am and 10:30am � in the Church with limited capacity�
�
Worship Aid � https://www.stjosephcommunity.org/media/ �
�
�� There will be no Word & Communion Services until further notice.�
�� First Public Daily Mass started Thursday, June 4th �
_________________________________________________�
� � � � �
�� LIVE�STREAMED AND RECORDED LITURGIES�
� We will continue to Live�Stream and Record the Saturday evening, 5:00pm Mass for �
� the bene�t of those who are unable to attend in person.�
�
�� OBLIGATION REMAINS SUSPENDED�
� � The obligation to attend Mass continues to be suspended for duration of pandemic�
�
�� SOCIAL DISTANCING�
� � � Each person must remain 6 feet apart in from others not in the same household.�
� � � Two of every three pews will be roped off to maintain social distancing. �
� � � Seating will be limited to no more than 25% capacity of the worship space.�
�
�� LITURGY ADAPTATIONS�
� � � Congregational singing will be temporarily discontinued. Instrumental and solo �
� � vocalists will used for a portion of the liturgy. Mass responses will be recited.�
� � � For the Collection, tables with baskets will be placed at the exits for your convenience.�
�
�� COMMUNION AND DISMISSAL�
� � � We will have Communion after Mass. Communicants remain in their pews and after �
� � � the Final Blessing and a minister will bring communion to them. � � � �
� � � After receiving communion, a gradual departure will help ensure social distancing.�
� � � Distribution of the Precious Blood is suspended and we are encouraged to receive �
� communion by the hand.�
�
�� HOLY WATER�
� � The Baptismal Font will remain empty at this time.�
�
�� BULLETINS AND HYMNALS�
� � � Hymnals have been removed from the worship space. �
� � � Bulletins are available on our website at www.stjosephcommunity.org or can be ��
� � mailed upon request. Call the parish of�ce at 651�423�4402.�
�
�� SANITIZE & MASK�
� � We are encouraged to follow the guidelines from the CDC which include the use of �
� � hand�sanitizing stations, masks, and limiting your points of contact. Please consider �
� using the restroom at home before coming to church if possible.�
�
Parish Of=ce 651�423�4402� � � � �
� � � � � www.stjosephcommunity.org�
St. Joseph School
Preschool-8th grade
registration for the
2020-2021 school
year is OPEN!
Families that would like to receive more information or
tour St. Joseph School can contact
Kelly Roche, Principal, at 651-423-1658 or e-mail
Click here for Online Registration:
https://mytads.com/a/stjosephrosemountmn
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Summer PreK or School
Age Care (K-6) (ESC)
at St. Joseph School!
Now Open the week of
June 29th-July 3rd.
Drop-in care available!
https://school.stjosephcommunity.org/
Or call 651-423-1658
To Register use the link below:
https://mytads.com/a/stjosephsummerprogram
PARISH INFORMATION & UPDATES
NEW DATE!
The Annual St. Joseph School Gala has been rescheduled for
Friday, September 18th.
Thank you to our Sponsors, supporters, parents and staff for spending time in conversation with
us about how to move forward with Gala during this challenging time.
We heard repeatedly that our community would welcome and enthusiastically support this event
and our school in the Fall. We look forward to sharing more information as we reset the plan.
School Gala link: https://school.stjosephcommunity.org/news-events/school-gala/
CAP AGENCY Food Collection
ITEMS MOST IN MOST NEED:
1. Pancake Mix (needs water only) & Syrup
2. Cold Cereal 3. Spaghetti Sauce
4. Spaghetti O’s/Ravioli/Beefaroni
5. Baked Beans 6. Hamburger & Tuna Helper
7. Canned Beef Stew & Chili 8. Crackers (Saltine or Ritz)
9. Granola Bars/Pop Tarts/Breakfast Bars 10. Laundry Soap
11. Kleenex/Facial Tissue
PLEASE NOTE: Food Shelf Collection is ongoing at this time
as the EMERGENCY food shelves are bare...
We appreciate all you do, St. Joe’s & supporting our community!
Summer Parish Office Hours
During the Summer Months the
Parish Office will be open as follows:
Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm;
Friday, 8:00 am to 12 noon.
If you need to see someone outside of these
office hours, please make an appointment.
Parish phone
651-423-4402
Leprechaun Days
Celebration Parade
is cancelled for July, 2020
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic,
the Leprechaun Days Parade and
Celebration is cancelled for this summer. The
Rosemount Leprechaun Days committee wants to
ensure that our community remains safe during
this uncertain time.
We will see all of you in 2021.
7�
Harvest Festival
Oct. 2, 6-10pm &
Oct. 3, 6–9 pm
Homemade pretzels, beer, smoked
Pork Chops, German Potato salad,
Taco’s in a bag, Live Band, Bingo,
Theme Basket Silent Auction, Venders, St. Joe’s Boutique. Lots
of children’s games, raffles. 50/50, and much, much more.
Saturday, Oct.3: 5 p.m. Mass followed by annual chicken
dinner. Watch our website for updates:
www.stjfestival.org
SAVE THE
DATE�
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com St. Joseph, Rosemount, MN A 4C 02-0415
651-423-1159651-423-1159Located at 3320 151st St W in Rosemount
The Powers To Move You!Janis PowersParishioner & Song LeaderCell: [email protected]
FAMILY DENTISTRYRobert W. Neuenschwander, D.D.S.
Erin K. Allen, D.D.S.
14470 Cameo Ave. Rosemount, MN 55068(651) 423-2259
Residential RoofingSteve or Nick Bormann
(952) 891-8586www.bormannbros.com
MIKE VANDERHEYDEN
Broker • Parishioner 612-308-0826
HENRY W. ANDERSONFuneral & Cremation Services since 1931
www.HenryWAnderson.com (952) 432-2331
Mortuary
LIGHT COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIALICF Insulated Block & Concrete Block
Flat Work • Colored • Colored Aggregate • Stamped FAX: 651-437-9688 • OFFICE: 651-437-8072
www.FrandrupMasonry.com
Trinity Campus of Farmington
• Out Patient Therapy Services • Assisted Living • Memory Care
• Independent Living • Care Center3410 213th St. W., Farmington
651-463-7818
American Mortgage & Equity Consultants, Inc.
Joel Schmitz Loan OfficerNMLS#150953
(612) 309-6015 NMLS# 335688
HOME LOAN SPECIALIST
Branch NMLS #1089586
SE
RV
ICE
SA
LE
S
952435-2442
LearyServiceS
• Plastering • Drywall• Stucco Repair • Spray Texturing
• Water Damage Repair(651) 322-4044
William Droste Realtor®
651.280.5630 [email protected]
14300 Nicollet Ct., Suite 208 Burnsville, MN 55306 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated
www.Klecatskys.com
651.451.1551Where your funeral is built on faith & personalized with elements that
reflect your life.
Fluegel Law Firm p.a.“Serving Our Community Since 1963”Attorneys at Law
Donald FluegelDaniel FluegelBenjamin Colburn
Estate Planning • Wills & Trusts • Probate • Elder LawFamily Law • Guardianships & Conservatorships
Health Care Directives & Durable Powers of Attorney Estate & Income Tax Planning & Preparation Business LLC • Corporations • Partnerships999 Westview Dr. • Hastings
651-438-9777 • www.fluegel.com
ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • GUTTERS
krechexteriors.com
651-688-6368LIC #BC583274
KRECHKRECH Exteriors ExteriorsLet Our Experience Guide YouLet Our Experience Guide You
ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • GUTTERSROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • GUTTERSkrechexteriors.comkrechexteriors.com
651-688-6368651-688-6368LIC #BC583274
ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • GUTTERS
krechexteriors.com
651-688-6368LIC #BC583274
Roofing • GuttersCustom Sheet Metal
Chimney Repair Siding
612-722-7129612-722-7129www.garlock-french.com
651.460.2360 FULLSERVICEBATTERY.COM
22056 Chippendale Ave W, Farmington, MN 55024
WE STOCK AGM, GEL & LITHIUM BATTERIES
Let UsGet You
Started!!HUGE IN-STOCK SELECTION!
Battery Installs • Battery Recycling
High Performance Truck, Auto, Marine/RV, Powersports/ATV, Farm, Lawn, Golf Carts and More
Family-Owned—50 Years Collective Experience!
FACTORY
DIRECT
PRICING
therosemount.com 651.322.4222
Independent Living • Assisted Living Memory Care • Care Suites
Serving Parishioners for Generations
Farmington & Apple Valley
952-432-2001www.WhiteFuneralHomes.com
Contact Jim Byrne to place an ad today! [email protected] or (800) 950-9952 x2596
Tara Truax-Newhouse RN, Owner,
St Joseph Parishioner
651-308-2528- Person-centered, residential home for elderly - Affordable alternative to nursing home. - Call to check availability and schedule a tour
Thank you for your business 651-405-3660
1500 Central Park Commons Dr., Eagan
Sunday – Friday open for lunch at 11:00 Saturday open at 4:00
topspizzaandhoggies.com Under New Ownership
Facebook.com/topspizzaTwitter.com/topstavernmn
Bring this ad in for $4 off a large pizza
Walleye is back... not just frydays... but every day for lent! or try our cod filet or
butterfly shrimp year round!
FAITH BASED FAMILY OWNED14755 So. Robert Trail Rosemount
It’s Time to Change your Dentures.
• No more loose Dentures. No Pain. Eat Well.
• Start Enjoying Quality and Healthy Life
• $300 off for St Joe Parishioners
Call Today 1-888-601-7720Dr. Adarve is a Prosthodontist who
Specializes in Dentures www.adarveprosthodontics.com
is now
Smile Doctors of Minnesota, PCDean P. Leonard, D.D.S., M.S., Owner
Apple Valley 14065 Essex Ave(952) 423-1909SnyderSmiles.comRonald J. Snyder, DDS
Suzanne Kvas, Attorney 651-452-6693 [email protected] Cliff Dr., Eagan, MN
Estate Planning • Probate • Family Law Real Estate • General Civil Litigation