Christmas Mass Schedule

Christmas Eve, Tues., Dec. 24 th ♦4:00pm & 9:00pm

Christmas Day, Wed., Dec. 25th ♦8:30am & 10:30am

Monthly Mail Out Bulletin

Volume CXXVIII

Dear Brothers and Sisters, A blessed Christmas to you all. As we celebrate this great feast of the incarnation, let us give thanks for the many blessings we have received this year. The great truth of Christmas is that God became man in order to save us. The Lord wants us to know his love every day of our lives; and that is something to celebrate and be thankful for. Let us listen to the words of Pope Francis: “Let us pause to gaze upon the crib and relive in our imagination the birth of Jesus: light and peace, dire poverty and rejection. With the shepherds, let us enter into the real Christmas, bringing to Jesus all that we are, our alienation, our unhealed wounds, our sins. Then, in Jesus, we will enjoy the taste of the true spirit of Christmas: the beauty of being loved by God. Contemplating his humble and infinite love, let us simply tell him: Thank you. Thank you because you have done all this for me.” God bless, Fr. Tony

December 22nd, 2019 FOURTH SUNDAY of ADVENT

AND

December 29th, 2019 The HOLY FAMILY of JESUS, MARY, and JOSEPH

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church

Fr. Tony O’Neill, Pastor

2385 Commerce Blvd., Mound, MN 55364

952-472-1284 ourladyofthelake.com

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Calendar for the Weeks of DEC. 22nd and DEC. 29th, 2019

SUN. DEC. 22nd 8:30am Mass {Mass Intention: Mel Ascheman} 10:30am Mass {Mass Intention: Parish}

MON. DEC. 23rd 8:00am Communion Service 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - St. John Paul II Chapel

TUES. DEC. 24th 4:00pm Christmas Eve Mass {Mass Intention: Tom Meuwissen and Adrian Meuwissen} 9:00pm Christmas Eve Mass {Mass Intention: Tim Daly}

WED. DEC. 25th 8:30am Christmas Day Mass {Mass Intention: Parish} 10:30am Christmas Day Mass {Mass Intention: Mary Crane}

THURS. DEC. 26th 8:00am Communion Service

FRI. DEC. 27th 8:00am Mass {Mass Intention: Bernard F. Schepers}

SAT. DEC. 28th 4:00pm Confessions 5:00pm Mass {Mass Intention: William Schumacher}

SUN. DEC. 29th 8:30am Mass {Mass Intention: Parish} 10:30am Mass {Mass Intention: Frank Drey}

MON. DEC. 30th 8:00am Communion Service 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - St. John Paul II Chapel

TUES. DEC. 31st 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - St. John Paul II Chapel 6:00pm Confessions 6:30pm Mass - Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God {Mass Intention: Bernice Putt}

WED. JAN. 1st 10:00am Mass - Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God {Mass Intention: Dan Entinger}

THURS. JAN. 2nd 8:00am Mass {Mass Intention: Sick of the Parish} 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - St. John Paul II Chapel 8:30am Women’s Faith Sharing Group - Fr. Jager Room 10:00am Mass at LMS {Mass Intention: LMS Residents}

FRI. JAN. 3rd 8:00am Mass {Mass Intention: MaryAnne & Gene Roberts} 8:30am Eucharistic Adoration - St. John Paul II Chapel

SAT. JAN. 4th 4:00pm Confessions 5:00pm Mass {Mass Intention: Joan Lahey}

SUN. JAN. 5th 8:30am Mass {Mass Intention: Art and Cecilia Heitz} 10:30am Mass {Mass Intention: Parish}

Monthly Mail-Out Bulletin Our Lady of the Lake Bulletin

Published Monthly by Our Lady of the Lake Church 2385 Commerce Boulevard

Mound, MN 55364-1427

Bulletin for Dec. 22nd & Dec. 29th, 2019 Please keep this bulletin for 2 weeks.

Due to vacation schedules, we will not be publishing a bulletin for

Dec. 29th, 2019. Thank you!

Alzheimer’s / Dementia Support Group

Tuesday, January 7th, 2020

10:00am - Church Library

If you or someone you know is caring for a person who is having any kind of dementia symptoms, please come and share your concerns, helpful hints, and stories. If you have any questions, please contact Carla at (952) 472-8204 or clabore@ourladyofthelake.com.

We would like to extend a special welcome to all visitors who are

worshipping with us today. If you live in the area, we invite you to become a registered parishioner.

Call or stop by the Parish Office or visit our website to register online.

(952) 472-1284 / ourladyofthelake.com

PennyWise Hours

The PennyWise Thrift Shop will be closed on the following days for the Christmas and New Year holidays:

Dec. 24th through Dec. 28th

Dec. 31st and January 1st

The Church Office will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 25th, Thursday, Dec. 26th, and Friday, Dec. 27th,

for the Christmas holiday.

Eucharistic Adoration is canceled on Tuesday, Dec. 24th, and Thursday, Dec. 26th, due to Christmas holiday.

On Tuesday, Dec. 31st, Eucharistic Adoration will close at 6:00pm

and remain closed for the evening.

Wednesday, January 1st, 2020 The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God

(Holy Day of Obligation)

Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 6:30pm Vigil Mass

Wednesday, January 1st, 2020 10:00am Mass

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Fr. Tony and the Staff at Our Lady of the Lake!

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LITURGY

Seeking God, Encountering God

Rosary Intention for Dec. 22nd: Remain Calm and Do Not Fear

Rosary Intention for Dec. 29th: Greet All Brothers and Sisters

as a Holy Family

Fourth Sunday of Advent Matthew 11:2-11

The stage is set for Christmas morning, as spoken by an Angel, Joseph is told not to be afraid

to take Mary, his wife, into his house. It is through the Holy Spirit that the child

was conceived in her womb. Joseph trusted his dream.

The Nativity of the Lord Luke 2:1-14

As the mystical Body of Christ, we may think of ourselves as

being carried in Mary’s womb. God is doing something new this Christmas,

we are born into newness, ever more deeply into the life of Christ.

The Holy Spirit is upon us.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph Matthew 2:13-15

Joseph rose and took the child and his mother by night and departed for Egypt. Jesus, Mary, and Joseph were political refugees.

They feared for their lives. Let us, as disciples, identify with the outcast,

and afflicted, for that is how the Holy Family lived. What has been the most difficult experience

you have encountered as a member of your family? What helped you make it through this time?

Blessed Christmas Season! -- Sr. Carrie

Scripture Readings for Dec. 29th, 2019 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph

Reading 1 Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14

Reading 2 Colossians 3:12-21

Gospel Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23

Scripture Readings for Jan. 5th, 2020 The Epiphany of the Lord

Reading 1 Isaiah 60:1-6

Reading 2 Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6

Gospel Matthew 2:1-12

Visit usccb.org/bible/readings for the daily readings.

NEW BIBLE STUDY beginning January 13th & 14th:

No Greater Love, A Biblical Walk Through Christ’s Passion

Presented by Dr. Edward Sri, this 6-part video series will take us from Holy Thursday Last Supper through the Resurrection. Find out how this last 18 hours of Christ’s time on earth fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies and leads to our salvation. Classes are on Monday nights at 6:30 or Tuesday afternoons at 1:30.

Archdiocesan Synod - Upcoming Prayer and Listening Events

What’s working and what’s not in the Archdiocese? Archbishop Hebda wants to hear from you! Please prayerfully consider attending an upcoming Prayer and Listening Event, as part of the Pre-Synod Process and make your voice heard. Your input will help guide the Archdiocese over the next 5 - 10 years. There are 20 Prayer and Listening Events. The next three are:

Sunday, January 5th ~ 1:00 - 4:00pm at Holy Cross, Minneapolis

Saturday, January 25th ~ 9:00am - 12:00pm at St. Peter Claver, St. Paul

Tuesday, January 28th ~ 6:00 - 9:00pm at Pax Christi, Eden Prairie

Learn more about the Synod and see a full listing of Prayer & Listening Events at archspm.org/synod. If you are interested in carpooling to one of the meetings, please contact Carla LaBore at (952) 472-8204.

We pray for those in need. Please keep the following individuals in your prayers: Chris A. Maddie Poranski Russell Barger Marcia Prins Bill Greenwood Bobby Reil Dorothy Hanson Adam Richardt Dolores Kelly Mike Schulz Jennifer Lacy Chris Skillings John N. Whitney Taylor Andra Olson Pauline Thorson Mike Olson Norbert Weimholt Mike Paxton Steven Ziminske

We pray for those in the Military: Travis B. Nicholas R. Nicholas J. Joshua T. Jake K. Darrell V.

Eucharistic Adoration “Jesus waits for you in this sacrament of love.” --Pope Saint John Paul II

Sign up for Eucharistic Adoration will take place after the weekend Masses on January 4th & 5th, 2020. Please prayerfully consider how you can make time for regular Eucharistic Adoration.

Weekly, semi-weekly, and monthly hours are all available.

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FAITH FORMATION and Y o u t h M i n i s t r y

Faith Formation Classes for Grades 1 - 5 will not meet on December 25th, 2019 and January 1st, 2020. Classes will resume on January 8th, 2020. Wishing you and your families a joyful Christmas season!

UNPLANNED On Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020 at 10:00am and Saturday, February 29th, 2020 at 6:30pm, in the Presentation Room, we will be showing UNPLANNED, the powerful true story of Planned Parenthood Clinic Director Abby Johnson’s dramatic transformation from abortion advocate to one of the most dynamic and passionate prolife promoters and speakers in America. Earlier this year, UNPLANNED was a stunning box office success that catapulted the abortion issue into a revealing spotlight and has already changed countless hearts and minds! Don’t miss this opportunity to gather for fellowship, refreshments, and to be inspired and motivated by this amazing true story! This movie is rated R. Additional UNPLANNED DVDs will be available for purchase. There is no charge for the events but a free-will offering will be accepted. See the enclosed flyer for additional opportunities to support the prolife cause.

Guatemala Mission Trip Applications are now open for our trip from June 16th - 24th, 2020. See the Guatemala page on our website for more information on the trip and application process.

Middle School Faith Formation is on Christmas break. We will resume sessions on Jan. 8th, 2020. Happy Holidays!

Confirmation is on Christmas break until Session #6 on Sunday, Jan. 12th, 2020 & Wednesday, Jan. 15th, 2020. The Sponsor Bootcamp for all sponsors is on Sunday, Jan. 12th, 2020 from 11:30am - 3:30pm. Parents are invited to attend as well. If your sponsor cannot make it, a parent should attend in their place.

Youth Band We are currently seeking 6th - 12th grade Vocalists and 9th - 12th grade Musicians to join in leading music at the 10:30am Mass once a month. You only need to commit to one month at a time. Just check the bulletin for upcoming Masses, and then email us at least a week in advance to receive a lineup of songs and music to learn ahead of time. We will meet at 9:00am the morning of the Mass to rehearse as a group. Our next Mass is on Jan. 12th, 2020. Email Michelle Boris at mboris@ourladyofthelake.com by Jan. 5th, if you would like to be a part of it. Be sure to include what instruments you play (if you are in high school) or if you want to be a vocalist, and please also copy a parent on your email.

Middle Schoolers (6th - 8th Grade), mark your calendars for our next EDGE YOUTH GROUP on Sunday, Jan. 26th, 2020 from 5:30 - 7:30pm. Dinner is provided; bring a side dish to share or a suggested $5 donation. More details to follow. See you there!

Our Lady of the Lake School

OLL School is looking for a few people who love working with students and would like to be on our Substitute Teacher Sub List.

If interested in learning more about this, please contact Principal Becky Kennedy at bkennedy@schoololl.com or (952) 472-8229.

Council of Catholic Women

The CCW had a wonderful 2019! We have a lot to be thankful for this year! Together we have strengthened our faith, friendships, and served many! We have also shared memories and love for the loss of our CCW President, Carolyn. God has blessed us and we have used our gifts to show our love for God. Thank you for a wonderful year!

We will not meet in January. Our next meeting is on February 4th, for our Respect for Life Baby Shower.

Have a very Blessed and Merry Christmas! Michelle Rosenberg, CCW President

Catholic Calendars for 2020 are available by the church entrances. Please feel free to take one home with you! Special thanks to Huber Funeral Home for their kind sponsorship of the calendar.

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Discipleship … Faith In Action

Stewardship Thought for December 22nd

“When Joseph awoke, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took his wife into his home.” - Matthew 1:24

Put our complete trust in the Lord without expecting anything in return. Strive to put God first in all things and follow Him wherever He may lead us. As we prepare for the birth of our Lord, pray for the

strength and courage to be a model of discipleship, just as Joseph was.

Stewardship Thought for December 29th

“Wives, be subordinate to your husbands… Husbands, love your wives… Children, obey your parents in everything… Fathers, do not provoke your children…”

- Colossians 3:18-21

God wants us to be happy! Instead of looking at the Ten Commandments as being restrictive and telling us what we can’t do, look at them as guides for living a joy-filled and peaceful life.

Most of our problems arise when we put our own needs first or spend most of our time trying to acquire “things.” Instead, try putting God first in all things. Ask Him how He wants you to use your gifts.

Actuals Requirements

Week Ending December 14th & 15th, 2019 $ 27,295 $ 25,660

Fiscal YTD (07/01/19 to present) $381,665 $420,530

In this season of gift-giving to family, friends, and those less fortunate, we hope you will also consider your gift to Our Lady of the Lake Church. It is through the donations of every individual and family in the parish that we are able to carry on our work. Your Sunday contributions are needed for everything from

special programs to basic operating expenses. Our Lady of the Lake deeply appreciates the efforts of parishioners to make consistent donations throughout the year. To assist you, we provide an

electronic-giving option for both regular offerings and one-time gifts. For details, contact Rhonda Eurich, Parish Administrator, at reurich@ourladyofthelake.com or (952) 472-8201. Thank you.

Stepping Forward in Faith Capital Campaign Donation Information

1. A separate bank account has been set up for accounting purposes. 2. Checks should be made payable to SFF (Stepping Forward in Faith). 3. Please keep Campaign Donations separate from the regular Offering. 4. Donations can be put in the Collection Basket during Mass, but we ask that you use a separate

Campaign Envelope, located in back of church on the welcome table or the tables near the exits. 5. To make an electronic gift, please visit: ourladyofthelake.com/stepping-forward-in-faith/.

Thank you to the many parishioners who have Stepped Forward in Faith and pledged to our Capital Campaign!

Eucharistic Adoration Inclement Weather Closure Policy

Effective immediately, the following Eucharistic Adoration Inclement Weather Closure Policy (which includes snow and dangerous cold temperatures) is in effect.

School Days: If the Westonka School District is closed – then Adoration is automatically closed for the day. If the Westonka School District has a 2-hour late start, then Adoration will open at 11:00am. If the Westonka School District has early release, then Adoration will automatically close at Noon. If the Westonka School District cancels evening activities, then Adoration will automatically close at 5:00pm.

Non-School Days (for example, Christmas Break, Spring Break, etc.): Please call the main church line at (952) 472-1284 for updates.

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1861 Commerce Boulevard • Mound, MN 55364

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Material Handling Equipment 763-479-2501 952-472-0735

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The printing of the bulletin is made possible by:

MASS SCHEDULE Weekends Saturday: 5:00pm • Sunday: 8:30am & 10:30am Weekdays Monday: 8:00am Communion Service (Small Chapel) Wednesday: 9:00am (Church) Tuesday: 6:30pm (Church) Thursday: 8:00am (Small Chapel) Friday: 8:00am (Church)

CONFESSIONS Tuesdays 6:00 - 6:20pm, Saturdays 4:00-4:30pm & by appointment.

ROSARY Join us in the Church to pray the Rosary 25 minutes before the weekday & weekend Masses.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays in the John Paul II Chapel from 8:30am - 10:00pm, and on First Fridays of the month from 8:30am - 8:00pm. Join us for this rewarding experience!

Parish Phone Number (952) 472-1284 Pastor, Fr. Tony O’Neill (952) 472-1284 ext. 8207 Deacon, Dcn. Del Wilkinson (952) 472-8210 Parish Administrator, Rhonda Eurich (952) 472-8201 Liturgy - Pastoral Care, Sr. Carrie Link (952) 472-8205 Maintenance Director, Roger Koch (952) 472-8203 Church Secretary, Dana Barrett (952) 472-8200 Administrative Assistant, Char Nee (952) 472-8206 Communications Director, Anna Schmidt (952) 472-8209 Youth & Family Faith Formation, Kathy Hejna (952) 472-8202 Pastoral Minister & Adult Education, Carla LaBore (952) 472-8204 Youth Minister, Michelle Boris (952) 472-8208 Music Director, Courtney Young (952) 472-8211

School Phone Number (952) 472-8228 School Principal, Becky Kennedy (952) 472-8229 School Secretary, Carol Franck (952) 472-8251

Church Fax 952-843-5667 School Fax 952-843-5693

Church Staff e-mails are first letter of first name, followed by last name @ourladyofthelake.com Example: reurich@ourladyofthelake.com

School Staff e-mails are first letter of first name, followed by last name @schoololl.com Example: bkennedy@schoololl.com

Marriage -- To confirm a wedding, contact Fr. Tony

at least 8 months before planning to marry.

Baptism -- Contact Carla LaBore for baptismal information at 952-472-8204.

Church Office Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm (Closed 12:00pm -1:00pm)

Friday: 8:30am - Noon Saturday & Sunday: Closed

School Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm

(612) 430-8150 harrisonbayseniorliving.com

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KC PRO-LIFE BINGO

January 11, 2020 @ 6:30pm

Presentation Room

CCW BABY SHOWER February 4, 7:00pm Presentation Room

Donations will be accepted through

February 23. Check the January

bulletins for more information.

“UNPLANNED” Movie Two Free Showings!

OLL Presentation Room

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 22, AT 10:00AM

Refreshments provided

and

SATURDAY, FEB. 29, AT 6:30PM

Hot dogs, popcorn and drinks provided

FREE WILL OFFERING

PLEASE RSVP TO KATHY HEJNA

khejna@ourladyofthelake.com or

952-472-8202

RATED R

Must be 18 or accompanied by adult

Approx. Runtime 1 hour 50 minutes

MARCH FOR LIFE

Wednesday, January 22

State Capitol at Noon

Bus leaves OLL approx. 8:45am

See Jan. bulletin for more information.

GOOD FRIDAY PRAYER VIGIL

FRIDAY, APRIL 10 8:30 – 4:00

PLANNED PARENTHOOD, ST. PAUL

Watch the bulletin for more details.

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CELEBRATE LIFE!

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December, 2019

A Message from the Principal – Becky Kennedy Five years ago at this time, I was eight months pregnant with our third child. I wanted nothing more than to meet

our newest bundle and finish the pregnancy. However, that last month of actively waiting is so important for the

development of our baby and us; just like our waiting for Christmas. This month of preparation is so important for

us to further develop into the person that God has planned for us. I need to remember that Jesus came to the earth

to save us, not bring us presents in a red bag.

As a school, during Advent, we will be doing our own version of the giving tree. Although, instead of taking

something off the tree to purchase for someone in need, we will be adding ornaments throughout the month sharing

our acts of service. Is your family serving others this holiday season? Please share, we would love to fill our

PACE Center bulletin board.

Students hear me say we are all different and that is good! We each have our gifts and our challenges and we are

called to love each other knowing both. God gives us what we need to do his work. May this season of preparation

be what you need it to be to accomplish God’s work.

Kindergarten Round-Up All prospective kindergarten students and their parents are invited to join us for Kindergarten Round-up on

Monday, January 13th, from 6-7:30pm. Discover the magic of OLL Kindergarten! Meet Mrs. Erdman and

Mrs. Davis, learn about Personalized Learning, our Faith and Values Based Curriculum, and our Commitment to

Serving Others. Light dinner included. Childcare available for siblings! RSVP to Kassie Ricke

at kricke@schoololl.com.

Preschool Round-Up Join us for a morning of fun with the Minnesota Zoomobile! Your kiddos will love learning about the World of

Wildlife program on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at 9:00am while you have the opportunity to learn

about preschool at OLL! Invite your friends, it is sure to be a morning they won't want to miss!

December Performances and Celebrations

The week of December 16th was busy for the Preschool-8th grade students. On December 18th, our K-6th grade

students went to Minnetonka Shores for Mass and sang Christmas Carols. On December 19th, the students had

their Christmas Concert performances. On December 20th, the 4-8th grade band and choir students shared their

musical talents with others at the Eden Prairie Mall.

Culver’s Night

The 8th grade class is going to be sponsoring a Culver’s Share night with proceeds going to their mission trip. It is

Wednesday, January 15th, from 4-8pm. Culver’s will give a percentage of the sales to OLL for the mission trip.

The percentage depends on how much they bring in. It is a great community night having dinner with other OLL

families. Please consider supporting the 8th graders. Plus you don’t have to cook!

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