st bernard omaha ne 2009 re dedication brochure
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Mass of DedicationFebruary 1, 2009
St. BernardCatholic Church
St. Bernard Parish
3601 North 65th Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68104
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February 1,2009
Dear People of St. Bernard and Guests:
A church building reflects, sustains and inspires a parish
community in a variety of ways,all at the same time. It is a
place for the Church to gather, to worship and to give thanks.
Our newly renovated and restored church building is an artistic
achievement accomplished through the skills of many craftsmen
and women. But even more than that, is an accomplishment ofthe Holy Spirit working in the hearts of people belonging to this
Eucharistic People, willing to share their time,ideas and monetary gifts as wonderful
stewards of Gods gifts to them.
It is because of all your generosity that people of the next several generations will
have a place to gather, to worship, to give thanks and to become the People of God.
I thank all of you for being here. I thank our pastor and Archbishop,Most
Reverend Elden Francis Curtiss, for his presence and his sharing of his pastoral
powers of consecration with us in this holy place. May all your generosity with our
God return to you a hundredfold.
Sincerely,
Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor
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Immediately following the Dedication Mass,everyone is invited to continue our celebration at a
reception being held in the St. Bernard School Cafeteria.
Church photographs will be on display.
Visit St. Bernards on the web at: www.stbernardomaha.org
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Dedication Planning Committee:
Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor
Athletic ClubChristian Family Movement
Deacons and wives
Development Committee
Funeral Committee
Home and School
Knights of Columbus
Liturgy Committee
Music Ministry
Office of Religious Formation
Outreach Committee
Parish Pastoral Council
Renovation Committee
School Board
Welcoming Committee
Youth Ministry
Construction/Design Personnel:
Bahr,Vermeer and Haecker,Architects
Paul Jeffrey, PresidentNicolette Amundson,AIA
Gary Bowen,FAIA
Lund Ross Constructors, Inc.
Larry Lundquist,President
Scott A.Thompson,Project Manager
Wood Specialties,Inc.
David Fitzpatrick, former parishioner
Baldwin Flooring
Don Baldwin,parishioner
Midwest Sound and Lighting
Tim Burkhart
Rattigan-Schottler, Inc.Pat Rattigan
Koleys, Inc.
Restoration of Tabernacle
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removal and replacement of mortar over approximately 80% of
exterior walls, paint and reseal around all window frames, and
removal of heating and air conditioning systems which were at or
near the end of their useful life and replacement with two package
HVAC units.
In 2003, priorities for future renovation phases were set at joint
meeting of the Parish Council,Renovation Committee, Parish
Finance Committee and Development Committee.
Phase II was completed in 2005.The now unused air conditioning duct was
removed, water damaged plaster on and above the cornice was repaired.The
cornice and ceiling vault were painted and new electrical service and lighting
were installed.
Phase III was completed in 2007-2008. The following items were completed:
Sanctuary platform was extended into the nave of the church.
Handicap access was provided to sanctuary.
Transept platforms were removed
Water damage to exterior walls below the cornice and ceilings over the
ambulatories were repaired.
Remainder of church walls and ceilings were repainted.
Floor covered with ceramic tile and with carpet under the pews.
New pews installed.
New dark stained oak woodwork was installed.
New sound system was installed.
The new sanctuary furniture was delivered on December 19, 2008.This includes
the altar, tabernacle,ambo, presiders chair, deacons bench, baptismal font, ambry,
credence table, gift table, processional cross and candle holders, and Easter candle
stand. It should be noted with great pride, that the Reconstruction Phase II and III
was achieved without any bank loans and proceeded only when Phase I was
completed and paid for.
Today, there are approximately 865 families in the parish.
Fr. JeromeSpenner
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SpecialThanks
Principal Celebrant:
Archbishop Elden Francis Curtiss
Master of Ceremony:
Fr. Patrick Harrison
Concelebrants:
Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor
Fr. Matthew Gutowski,Resident
Visiting priests of the Archdiocese
Deacon of the Word:
Rev. Mr. Charles Baughman
Deacon of the Altar:
Rev. Mr. Paul Dreismeier
Altar Servers:
Logan Kalkowski
Megan KeyserAndy Sage
Micah Waskowiak
Josie Wren
Ministers of the Word:
First Reading: Connor Barnes
Second Reading: Sue Keyser
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy
Communion:
Visiting Priests of the Archdiocese
Greeters and Ushers:
Knights of Columbus
Parish Welcoming Committee
Presentation of Gifts:
Members of the Renovation Committee
Music provided by:
St. Bernard Parish Combined Choir
Directed by Ryan Weathers
Archdiocesan and Parish Personnel:
Archbishop Elden Francis Curtiss
Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor
Fr. Matthew Gutowski,Resident
Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Charles Baughman
Rev. Mr. & Mrs.David Christensen
Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Paul Dreismeier
Rev. Mr. & Mrs. Donald Kemp
Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Timothy McNeil
Rev. Mr. & Mrs.Edwin Osterhaus
Mrs. Patricia Malcolm,
Liturgy Coordinator
Sr. Susan Ivis, Pastoral MinisterMrs.Eloise Seward, Principal
Mrs.JoAnne Raleigh,
Director of Religious Formation
Mrs. Deb Waskowiak,Youth Minister
Renovation Committee:
Fr. Jerome Spenner, Pastor
Mr.Andy Malcolm,ChairpersonMrs.Sharon Flohr
Mr.Tom Gehringer, RIP
Mr. Jim Lebeda
Mr. Dick Mausbach
Mrs.Jacquie O'Neill
Mr. Eldon Waskowiak
Mr. Dennis Young
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Christmas 2008
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Dedication of the St.Bernard Church AltarFebruary 1,2009
2:00 PM
RITE OF DEDICATIONIntroductory Rites
Procession
Processional Hymn: Here at This Table (Whitaker, Music Issue #312)
Greeting
Blessing and Sprinkling of Water
Sprinkling Rite: At this time the Archbishop will bless the altar, ambo, tabernacle,ambry, baptismal font,and Presiders chair.
Song: Song over the Waters (Gather, #312)
Gloria: Mass of Life
Opening Prayer
LITURGY OF THE WORD
First Reading:Joshua 8:30-35
Response: Let Us Go Rejoicing to the House of the Lord
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-21
Alleluia: Give the Glory (Canedo, Music Issue #902)
Gospel: Matthew 5:23-24
Homily
Profession of Faith
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Ceremony
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PRAYER OF DEDICATION AND ANOINTING
Invitation to Prayer
Litany of Saints
Prayer of Dedication
Anointing of the Altar
Incensation of the Altar
Lighting of the Altar
LITURGYOF THE EUCHARIST
Preparation of GiftsSong: The Harvest of Justice (Haas,Gather #300)Gift Bearers: Members of the Renovation Committee
EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
Holy, Holy, Holy Mass of Glory (Canedo, Music Issue #906)
Memorial Acclamation Mass of Glory
Doxology/Great Amen Mass of Glory
Communion RiteThe Lords Prayer
The Sign of Peace
Lamb of God Mass of Glory
Communion: Blest Are They (Haas,Music Issue #619)
CONCLUDING RITES
Recessional Song: Be Light for Our Eyes (Haas,Gather #244)