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January 6, St. Cloud, Dance Show: Dance show will feature the Crusaderettes along with other area High School Dance Teams and Dance Studio Groups. Shows are at 2:00pm and 6:00 pm. Cathedral High School North Gym. $8 for adults, $5 for students. January 19, Collegeville, Theology Day: Marriage and Divorce: Insights into the Tradition . Join us for a grace-filled conversation as we first explore the dimensions of the marriage sacrament and the purpose of the annulment process. This session also has a second aim, and that is, to name the real-life struggles that can exist within a marriage and why we need to rethink the way we think and speak about this sacrament. In addition, we will discern ways we as a church community can and should (better) walk alongside those experiencing marital stress and the impending reality of divorce. Jan. 19th, check-in from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and presentation from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Emmaus Hall, Saint John's University, Collegeville. Free event. Lunch provided following presentation. Registration is required: www.collegevilleMN.com/theologyday, 320-363-3560 or [email protected]. January 23, St. Cloud, A LOOK AT ACE (ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES) THROUGH THE EYES OF FAITH: Bret Reuter, Direc-tor of Mission and Spiritual Care, and Amie Schumacher, Chaplain, with the St. Cloud Hospital will be presenting research linking exposure to abuse, neglect, domestic violence and other adversities from childhood to a wide range of physical and mental dis-eases and disorders which can endure for a lifetime. The presentation, sponsored by the Spirit and Saints Health and Wellness Team, will be on Tuesday, January 23, in the St. Anthony Parish Center, 2410 1st St N, St. Cloud, from 1:30-3:00 p.m. February 3, St. John’s University, Catholic Men’s Conference: A Call to Responsibility. 8:00AM-5:30PM a the Humphrey Audito-rium. Speaker: Damon Owens. For more information call 320-252-4721 or visit: www.stcdio.org/mensconference.
EVENTS IN OUR AREA:
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DECEMBER 30, 2017 THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH
SAINT
The Twinned Parishes of:
Phone: 320.363.2569
Mailing Address: 14241 Fruit Farm Road St. Joseph, MN 56374
Website: StJohnTheBaptistParish.org
SAINT
BENEDICT of Avon
and
Phone: 320.250.5618 Mailing Address:
PO Box 98 Avon, MN 56310
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Welcome We Welcome You Wherever You Are On Your Journey
THE
JOHN BAPTIST of Collegeville
A Note from Fr. Greg Miller, O.S.B.
MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS FOR THE
CELEBRATION OF THE 51ST WORLD DAY OF PEACE 2018
“Migrants and refugees: men and women in search of peace The wisdom of faith fosters a contemplative gaze that recognizes that all of us belong to one family, migrants and the local populations that welcome them, and all have the same right to enjoy the goods of the earth, whose
destination is universal, as the social doctrine of the Church teaches.
When we turn that gaze to migrants and refugees, we discover that they do not arrive empty-handed. They bring their courage, skills, energy and aspirations, as well as the treasures of their own cultures; and in this
way, they enrich the lives of the nations that receive them. We also come to see the creativity, tenacity and spirit of sacrifice of the countless individu-als, families and communities around the world who open their doors and
hearts to migrants and refugees, even where resources are scarce.
A contemplative gaze should also guide the discernment of those responsible for the public good, and encourage them to pursue policies of
welcome, within the limits allowed by a correct understanding of the com-mon good.
Those who see things in this way will be able to recognize the seeds of peace that are already sprouting and nurture their growth. Our cities,
often divided and polarized by conflicts regarding the presence of migrants and refugees, will thus turn into workshops of peace.”
On January 7, the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord, the Cath-olic Church in Minnesota will observe Immigration Sunday. This annual observance is a day to show support for our immigrant brothers and sis-ters. For the 2018 observance, we have been asked to draw special atten-tion to the uncertainty surrounding the Deferred Action for Childhood Ar-rivals — or DACA — program. As part of immigration Sunday, I invite you to participate in a postcard campaign to your elected representative in Congress urging passage of the DREAM Act in sup-port of DACA youth. Postcards will be available at mass.
Together we go to God, Fr. Greg
Mass Schedule Mon. & Thurs. (Avon) 8:00AM Wed. & Fri. (Collegeville) 8:00AM Saturdays (Collegeville) 5:30PM Sundays (Avon) 8:00 & 10:30AM 2nd Sunday of each Month (Collegeville) 8:30AM
Reconciliation: Thurs. (Avon) 7:30AM Saturdays (Collegeville) 4:30PM
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Parish Office Closed
New Year’s Day
8:00 MASS
Breakfast
8:00AM Mass
Benediction
9:00 AM Parish Council Workshop at St. John’s Guesthouse
5:30 PM Mass + Kim Albright
The Epiphany of the Lord
9:30 AM Faith Formation
9:15 AM Jr. High Youth Rally at St. John’s Prep.
Stewardship of Treasure Parish Staff
When you have a question or concern regarding some aspect of parish life, please contact us.
We will do our best to provide an answer for you.
Pastor: Fr. Gregory Miller, OSB Office: (320)363-2569 Cell: (320)291-5223 E-Mail: [email protected]
Business Manager: Julie Ortloff Office: (320)363-2569 Cell: (320)492-2835 E-Mail: [email protected]
Music Coordinator: Jason Prigge Telephone: (320)356-0763 E-Mail: [email protected]
Faith Formation Coordinator: Alyssa Maty Telephone: (815)207-3208 E-Mail: [email protected]
Trustees: Dean Merdan: (320)356-7131 Lori Fuchs: (320)267-1283
Pastoral Council Representatives: Elaine Omann (2015-18) Dan Backes (2015-18) Past Chairperson Michaela Roske (2016-2019) Chairperson Joe Warner (2016-2019) Jason Mohs (2017-2020b) Joe Theisen (2017-2020)
Louise Bartlett, Julia Beckmann, Lorraine Degiovanni, Loretta Dullinger, Bob Dumonceaux, Gloria Ebacher, Ben Hamilton, Olivia Eiynck-Kimlinger, Marge Engelmeier, Richard Haeg, Leo Heck, Alvina Klocker, Susan McKeon, Clara Meyer, Military Men, Women and their families.
If you would like your name added to our Prayer Corner, please contact the Parish Office. After 3 months, names are
removed, to be re-added contact the office.
All events take place at St. John’s Church/Parish Center unless otherwise noted.
Parish News/Events
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Wisdom for a New Year 2018 Yearning for a new way will not produce it. Only ending the old way can do that. You cannot hold onto the old, all the while declaring that you want something new. The old will defy the new; The old will deny the new; The old will decry the new. There is only one way to bring in the new. You must make room for it. —Neale Donald Walsch
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Faith Formation News
•Jr. High Youth Rally Junior High Students will be attending the Rally at St. John’s Prep. School on January 7th from 9:15-4, regis-tration fees have been paid by the parish. •Family Game Day Jan. 14th from 9:30-10:45, all families welcome to join, snacks and drinks provided. Please bring a game from home to play! •Confirmation Retreat Our retreat for Confirmation students will take place on Saturday, January 27th 9am-9pm.
The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph The Holy Family calls us back to our roots, to a simple childlike trust in God. Joseph and Mary knew that they were entrusted with a gift, the very light of God. It is this light who is Christ who reveals to us how our family relationships, whatever form they take, are to work. He alone can bring healing to division and peace where there is discord. All we have to do is listen and find Christ. Hope and courage are often difficult to come by. The Holy Family demonstrates very clearly that all is possible with God when one puts faith in him.
Annual Parish Council Workshop The Parish Council and Finance Council will gather on Satur-day, January 6th at 9:00 a.m. at the St. John’s Guesthouse for the annual Parish Council Goal Setting Workshop. Our facili-tator will be Barbara Sutton. Please keep the Parish and Finance Councils in your prayers as they meet and make decisions for the good of our parish.
Greeters: Servers: Lectors: Gift Bearers: Euch. Ministers: Sacristan: Music:
Kevin Schrom Ann Schrom
Jane Simon John Melancon Dave Lyndgaard
Kevin & Ann Schrom Alyssa Maty Mike Keable
Dave Lyndgaard
Chuck Lauer Michael Roske Peggy Roske
Liturgical Ministers: SATURDAY January 6th 5:30 PM in the Parish Center
Joyful Giving for Quiet Oaks: We are excited to continue our Joyful Giving Pro-gram! Weekly, we will be collecting donations for Quiet Oaks Hospice House. Each week suggests different items needed by Quiet Oaks:
Fish Fry Tickets Advance Fish Fry tickets are available! An adult ticket can be purchased for $10 from the parish office. Our 2018 Fish Fry Dinners will take place on February 16 and 23rd (the first two Fridays of Lent). Advanced tick-ets will be available for $10 and Tickets at the door will be sold for $12.
Thank you to those who volunteer for our various liturgical ministries. The Epiphany of the
Lord Drop off on Jan. 6
Paper Towels or Parchment
Paper
Save the Date: Our annual Senior Citizen Appreciation Brunch will be held on Monday, January 15th (Martin Luther King day) at 10:30 a.m.in the Parish Center. No invitations will be sent; all Senior Citizens of the parish are encouraged to attend. Youth members of the parish are asked to volun-teer by contacting Heidi Peternell (320)761-9469 or Alyssa Maty. Liturgy Committee Meeting Just a reminder; the Liturgy Committee will meet on Thursday, January 18th at 7:00pm in the Parish Center. BINGO Party SAVE THE DATE Catholic United Financial will be sponsoring three BINGO Parties this winter...you won’t want to miss any of them! BINGO begins at 6:00 p.m., cash prizes, refreshments and a whole lot of family FUN!! Mark your calendars: Friday, January 19th Friday, February 9th Friday, March 16th These are all matching grant fundraisers sponsored by our Catholic United Financial Volunteer Team. Dec. 24 Adult Envelopes..………...............................$ 1,712.00
Christmas Adult Envelopes…………………………….……$ 5,076.00 Donations fiscal year to date…….…...….................$ 68,485.00 Budgeted donations fiscal year to date………….....$ 70,492.00
Other income: Loose Plate ………........................................................$ 606.15 Children Envelopes……………………………………………..……$ 13.00 Wednesday Coffee Cup…………………………………….………$ 11.00 Green Envelope (Facility Fund)……………………………..…..$50.00
Thank you to those who regularly and generously give of their treasure as well as those who give of their time and talent to support
the work of our parish.
The Golden Years: Please join us in extending Birthday wishes to Clara Meyer, who will be celebrating her 100th birthday on January 4th! Happy Birth-day Clara!!
Liturgical Ministers: SUNDAY December 31st 5:30 PM at the Parish Center (New Year’s Eve)
Greeters: Servers: Lectors: Gift Bearers: Euch. Ministers: Sacristan: Music:
Mike Peternell Heidi Peternell
Isaac Hansen Caroline Linz
Nick Hansen Denis Hynes
Bob Dumonceaux Evie Dumonceaux
Deb Symalla Bob Dumonceaux Evie Dumonceaux
Bob Simon Br.David Klinge-man,
Mary & Karen