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BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA 995 Sioux Point Road Dakota Dunes, SD 57049 605-235-1942

ST JOSEPH PO Box 340 605 E. Main Street Elk Point, SD 57025 Phone 605-356-2693

ST PETER PO Box 188 402 Main Street Jefferson, SD 57038 Phone 605-966-5716

Fr. Joseph Vogel, Pastor Jefferson residence: 605-966-5716 Email: frjosephvogel@sfcatholic.org Deacon Joe Twidwell Cell phone: 712-253-9273 Email: jtwidwell@snbonline.com

WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE (beginning May 2nd through May 31st)

Saturday: 4:30pm at St Peter—Jefferson Sunday: 8:30am at St Joseph—Elk Point 9:00am at Blessed Teresa—Dakota Dunes 11:00am at St Peter—Jefferson 5:30pm at Blessed Teresa—Dakota Dunes Refer to mass intention schedule on page 2 for Holy days and weekday Mass times. TRI-PARISH WEBPAGE ~ www.btcparish.com OFFICES: St Joseph & St Peter: Jean Limoges Jefferson: 966-5716; fax 966-5492; stpeters@longlines.com Elk Point: 356-2693; fax 356-3284; stjoseph@iw.net Office Schedule: Mon—Fri (varies by day). Call either office. Blessed Teresa of Calcutta: Julie Eakin 605-235-1942; email: bteresa1@longlines.com Office Schedule: Mon & Fri - 8:30am to 12:30pm; Tues, Wed & Thurs 8:30am to 5:30pm RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Religious Education Coordinators St Joseph/St Peter (day K-6) POSITION OPEN—CALL IF INTERESTED (evening 7-12) Dorothy Schmidt 356-2443 Blessed Teresa: Kelly Von Mock 217-652-7348 CHILDCARE PROGRAM St. Peter’s Childcare Before & After School Care, and Pre-school. Director Erin Hammitt, 966-5756 or email at hammitterin@hotmail.com. MUSIC MINISTRY St Peter: Connie Scott 966-5429 St Joseph: Rita Ahmann 356-3260 Blessed Teresa: Diana Twidwell 605-232-4858 ST PETER’S COMMUNITY CENTER & CEMETERY Call Joe Bernard at 966-5376 or 605-310-3263 (cell) Sacrament of Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Daily Mass (ending 5 minutes prior to Mass); 1 hour prior to weekend Masses except 11am Mass(ending 15 minutes prior to Mass) or call for appointment. Sacrament of Baptism or Marriage: Please contact Father Vogel 966-5716

WHAT DO YOU KNOW FATHER JOE?

SATURDAY EVENING - CHANGE OF MASS TIME There has been a good bit of discussion on the time of Mass on Saturday evening. It seems that the time of 4:30 works fairly well in the winter months but it seems too early in the summer months. In order to get to Mass on Saturday evening at 4:30 you have to stop what you are doing at 3:30 or 4:00. That isn't so bad in the winter but in the summer that seems too early. So, we called the Pope, the President and several others (finance and parish councils) in authority and the decision has been made to change the time of Saturday Mass to 5:30 for the months of June, July, August and September. I am well aware of the fact that change is difficult but I believe that any two parishes who only last year changed Mass times nearly every weekend can handle this. I would ask that you give it a shot and we will see how it goes. The best way to keep up on Mass times and other information for all three parishes go to: www.btcparish.com. If you ever find any-thing not accurate please call any office and let them know. In this regard most feedback that I have been receiving is that the change from rotating Mass times from every three months to every month is working for most people. Change can be difficult but as someone once said, "the only thing we can count on is change." Keep the faith. THANK YOU - This Sunday the Bishop is coming to Jefferson and confirming 29 stu-dents from our three parishes. For many who will attend it seems like these events just happen but as anyone involved knows - these events don't just happen. Special thanks to Kelli Von Mock, Deacon Joe Twidwell, Dorothy Schmidt and Rita Ahmann. Also thanks to those who have been preparing the liturgy. It is always a blessing to have the Bishop in our presence. If you are unable to attend please pray for our students and their families.

Congratulations to the following that received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Sunday, May 10th at St Peter Church during a special Mass at 1:30pm. Brady Bosse Hailey Brooks Dylan Colt Emma Dawdy Kylee Donnelly Rachel Geary Elena Giorgio Jackson Grassel Taylor Hauger Madison Hixon Ryan Jensen Caitlin Keegan Aaron Koupal MaKenna Krysl Jordan Lange Emily Mickelson Alexa Montagne Rachel Nesje Alexander Norby Daniel Petra Anna Rasmussen Katelyn Reynolds Savannah Schauff Meghan Schenk Luke Schmitt Howard Smith Morgan Smith Bradie Timmins Jordyn Younger

Keep these young people and their families in your prayers!

*****SATURDAY NIGHT MASS TIME CHANGE*****

Beginning June 6th the Saturday night Mass will be at 5:30pm. This will continue through September 26th.

A Weekly Reflection….. Jesus demonstrated the love of God, his Father, for us by

living for us and dying for us. Hence, as his disciples, we are to be persons for others,

sacrificing our time, talents and lives for others. This is what parents spontaneously do,

sacrificing themselves, their time, talents, health and wealth for their children, or in other

words, by spending themselves for their children. The most effective way of communi-

cating God’s love to others is by treating everyone as a friend, giving him or her the re-

spect he or she deserves. Let us remember that Christ’s own love was not limited to the

people he liked and, hence, that we should close our minds to thoughts of revenge.

MASS INTENTIONS Monday, May 11th 5:30 pm (Dakota Dunes) Communion Service Tuesday, May 12th 8:00 am (Elk Point) St Joseph Altar Society Members (Liv & Dec) 5:30 pm (Dakota Dunes) Abe Wilson + Wednesday, May 13th 8:00 am (Jefferson) St Peter Altar Society Members (Liv & Dec) 5:30 pm (Dakota Dunes) Communion Service Thursday, May 14th 8:00 am (Elk Point) Kathleen Chicoine + 5:30 pm (Dakota Dunes) Bill Huebsch + Friday, May 15th 8:00 am (Jefferson) Alex Chicoine, Jr. + 5:30 pm (Dakota Dunes) Communion Service Saturday, May 16th 4:30 pm (Jefferson) Our Parish Families

Sunday, May 17th 8:30 am (Elk Point) Loren Limoges + 9:00 am (Dakota Dunes) Jeremy Twidwell 11:00 am (Jefferson) Bob Schmitz + 5:30 pm (Dakota Dunes) Marge Shaver + Please note: In the event of a funeral Mass, daily Mass is cancelled & the intention rescheduled.

LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE

WEEKLY PRAYER INTENTION For all Mothers and for those who have shown us a mother’s love: that

God will bless them with health, happiness, and peace of heart, we

pray to the Lord.

A VOCATION VIEW It was God who chose us to go forth and bear fruit that will last. Let your heart rejoice in God’s call to you. What is the fruit of your life? (John 15:9-17)

Ascension of the Lord Vigil, Sat May 16th Ascension of the Lord, May 17th Ascension of the Lord, May 17th (4:30pm in Jefferson) (8:30 am in Elk Point) (9:00 am Dakota Dunes ) Servers: Brianna Chicoine & Karly Marx Landon Geary, Jack Grassel, Gavin Jacobs Avey Mozak & Jace Jund Commentator: Kim Bogenreif Lori Jacobs Andy Ness Lector: Kim Bogenreif Elva Connelly Andy Ness Music: Jordyn, Elizabeth Ushers: Mike Dailey & Brit Montagne D Limoges, K Curry, D Fletcher, D Laferrier Kratz family Precious Body: Gary Pierce Kim Metzgar Precious Blood: Eleanor Rosenbaum & Gloria Mollet Dan DeBuhr & Rita Ahmann Andy Ness, Mary Ness, Steve Blum Gift Bearers/Greeters: Kenny & Rose Chicoine family Craig & Leona McInerney Kratz family Greeters: Dennis & Deb Limoges Homebound: Kim Metzgar & Rita Ahmann Money Counters: Gary Pierce & Phyllis Bernard Finance Council Ascension of the Lord, May 17th Ascension of the Lord, May 17th (11:00am in Jefferson) (5:30 pm in Dakota Dunes) Servers: Will & Hunter Geary Rachel Voegeli & Regina Steckelberg Commentator: Kathy Geary John Gerber Lector: Kathy Geary John Gerber Music: LIHM Sisters Ushers: Steve Lewis & Mike Schmitz Voegeli family Precious Body: Joe Bernard Precious Blood: Mary Schmitz & Joe Bernard Sharon Harrison, Norene Rasmussen, Lois Gerber Gift Bearers/Greeters: Travis & Kathy Geary family Voegeli family Greeters: Homebound: Money Counters: Joe Bernard & Sid Wagner

Wednesday Adoration Schedule for May 13th

1:00 to 2:00pm ~ Norma Schuh, Patricia Curry 2:00 to 3:00pm ~ Patty Larsen 3:00 to 3:30pm ~ Bobbie Livingston 3:30 to 4:30pm ~ Paul Niles 4:30 to 5:00pm ~ Emma Sanchez 5:00 to 5:30pm ~ Emma Sanchez 5:30 to 6:00pm ~ Janice Loyd, Nancy & Joel Ryan

6:00 to 6:30pm ~ Jane Patnaude 6:30 to 7:00pm ~ Jane Patnaude 7:00 to 7:30pm ~ Jessica Niles, Gloria Mollet 7:30 to 8:00pm ~ Gloria Mollet, Alice Card

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK AND INJURED

Rodney Allard Mrs. Dan Bernard Marcus Bernard Rochelle Bernard-Wulf Clifford Blanchard Wendy Blum Al Brown Shawn Carlson Leora Chicoine Marilyn Christiansen Sandy Clark Jim Connelly John Curry Aiden DeBaere Trent DeBaere Shirley DeBuhr Harry Demarest Joyce Demarest

Nancy Dodds Linda Donnelly Joshua Gill Noreen Gill-Scott Chris Gordon Devon Schulz-Hamner Lisa Hanson Kylie Hayworth Brian Helkenn Carla Jensen Marian Jensen Jason Jund Donna Jurgens Leon Jurgens Paul Kirwan Lacey Klaahsen Sam Klein Thomas Kosinski

Evonne Kramper Kelly Kruithoff Dan LaFleur Carolyn LaGrecca Jeanne Lawler Tristan Libby Brett Lindberg Liz Lindberg Mary Lukavsky Rose McIntosh Breck Montagne Chris Nearman Pamela Nelson Allie Oakley Dora Parker Quinn Pesicka Marilyn Petersen Mary Ann Petty

Ross Ries Leonard Roehrich Nancy Ryan Justin Schmidt Erica Schedegg Harold Sharp Kathy Smith Rebecca Spader Maurie Steier Marvin Suing Venita Suing

A Mother’s Day Blessing….

Heavenly Father, Bless all those You have entrusted with motherhood. Inspire

them to follow the example of Mary, the Mother of Our Lord, and follow her in her

fidelity, humility, and selfless love. May all mothers receive Your Grace abundant-

ly in this life, and may they look forward to eternal joy in Your presence in heaven.

Amen.

Vocation Prayer Family:

May 11—17 : Noreen Gill-Scott Next week: Dick & Peg Dailey Please call your parish office to be added or sign-up in entry of the church. Kits available to help with prayers.

* * Offertory Reports * * May 3, 2015

Thank you to those who have blessed the parish with your regular gifts; your constancy is always known and appreciated by God. Blessed Teresa Wkly Needed Funds Rec’d Diff

General Operations $3,171.00 $ 2,312.15 ($ 858.85) Bldg Operations Int $1,443.00 $ 513.00 ($ 868.00) Subtotals $4,614.00 $ 2,825.15 ($1,726.85) Campaign Pledges $ 575.00 Total Funds Rec’d $ 3,400.15 St Joseph—Adult envelopes $3,473.00; loose $53.00; children $4.31;

maintenance $210.00 St Peter—Adult envelopes $2,678.00; loose $176.25; children $34.23;

maintenance $230.00; stipends $10.00; candles 34.00; kiosk purchases $13.00; Building Fund $3,567.11 (rental $500; windows $2,420; reg $145.00; 2nd coll $502.11) NOTE: $76,170 total collected for windows; total project est at $105,000

CATHOLIC FAMILY SHARING APPEAL 2015

Blessed Teresa parish goal is $23,000

Total pledged $8,857 Total paid $5,687 updates coming! Balance $17,313 # of card returned St Joseph parish goal is $31,400. Total pledged $33,403 Total paid $31,685 # of cards returned 89 of 178 (50%) St Peter parish goal is $26,500

Total pledged $14,645 Total paid $13,550 Balance $12,950 # of cards returned 69 of 105 (66%)

BLESSED TERESA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community Garden Are you a gardener? There is still space is available in

our parish community garden. Catholic Daughters are planting extra rows for the Food Bank this year. Want to help? Contact Mary Grasso at 605-422-1810 or the parish office at 605-235-1942. Bible Study— Monday, May 4th at 3:30pm in Blessed Teresa parish hall.

Church Cleaning every 3rd Sunday at 12 noon.

BROOM TREE RETREATS~ For more information or to register for any of the retreats, please visit www.broom-tree.org or call 605-263-1040. There

is no set cost. You are invited to make a prayerful donation. Your gifts help keep Broom Tree available and accessible to all. SILENT RETREAT SCHEDULE: WOMEN’S 2015: June 18-21; Aug 13-16; Sep 17-20; Oct 22-25; Nov 5-8 MEN’S 2015: Aug 20-23; Sep 24-27; Nov 19

-22 DAYS OF RECOLLECTION: Days of rest and recollection led by reputable

directors. These day-long retreats consist of two conferences and Mass as well as time for Adoration and an opportunity for Confession. Lunch provided. Space is limited so register early. June 25th: Directed by Fr Tom Ander-

son—topic TBA

KNIGHTS NEWS Food Pantry The Knights of Columbus will continue to assist the

Elk Point Food Pantry through September 2015. Monetary dona-tions can be made out to Knights of Columbus and we match any

monetary donations up to $100 per month for the next year. Drop off boxes in the entry of all three churches. SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR MAY: CANNED CHICKEN, PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Friends Feast Monday, May 11th 5:30– to 7:00pm. Menu includes: burgers,

hot dogs, cheesy potatoes, fruit salad, cookies. This is a free meal for anyone.

Elk Point Community Blood Mobile Tuesday, May 12th from 1:00 to

6:30pm at St Joseph Church in Elk Point

FREE CONCERT—You are invited to attend an evening of prayer and music

sung by Irish Tenor Mark Forrest at St. Michael Church Sioux City at 7:00 p.m.

Monday and Tuesday May 18 and 19. All faiths and ages are welcome. Cost

is a free will offering and products will be available

TOTUS TUUS JULY 19—24, 2015 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!

Just a little humor… A four-year-old and a six-year-old presented their mom with a houseplant for Mother’s Day. They had used their own money to buy it and she was thrilled. The older of them said with a sad face,

"There was a bouquet at the flower shop that we wanted to give you. It was real pretty but it was too expensive. It had a ribbon on it that said ‘Rest In Peace,’ and we thought it would be just perfect since you are always asking

for a little peace so that you can rest.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS

Catholic Daughter meeting Monday, May 11th at 7:00 at Blessed Teresa parish. Rosary and May Crowning followed by short meeting and refreshments. All women are invited.

Congratulations to Court St Agnes2015 Scholarship Winner: Katherine Giorgio – Elk Point ; Mother of the Year: Delores Gregg and CDA Daughter of the Year: Barb Chicoine

Please join Catholics around the world as we make this nove-na for Father Joe, Father Jeff, Father John and all priests. We will pray the above Novena for Priests each day beginning Friday, May 15th through Saturday, May 23rd (the eve of Pente-cost). Jesus, Good Shepherd, You sent us the Holy Spirit to guide Your Church and lead her faithful to You through the ministry of Your priests. Through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, grant to Your priests wisdom in leading, faithfulness in teaching, and holiness in guarding Your sacred Mysteries. As they cry out with all the faithful, "Abba, Father!" may Your priests be ever more closely identified with You in Your divine Sonship and offer their own lives with You, the one saving Victim. Make them helpful brothers of one another, and understanding fathers of all Your people. On this Pentecost Sunday, renew in Your priests deeper faith, greater trust in You, childlike reliance on our Mother Mary, and unwavering fidelity to the Holy Father and his bishops. Holy Mary, intercede for your priests. St. Joseph, protect them. St. Michael, defend them. St. John Vianney, pray for them.

THE SAINTS OF MAY DIRECTED BY FR GREG TSCHAKERT

TUESDAY, MAY 12TH

Many of the saints became saints themselves by reading the lives of the saints. Their lives are in-spiring! As we respond to the Universal Call to Holi-ness, we realize we need both their example and their prayers to have the courage to be faithful.. During this day of prayer, Father Tschakert will intro-duce some of the great Saints in the month of May and share how getting to know them can inspire us to be more faithful to our own call to holiness. Beginning at 10 a.m. and running until 3 p.m., the schedule for the day in-cludes Mass, talks, time for Confession, quiet time for Adoration. Lunch will also be served. For more information or to register call (605) 263-1040, email broomtree@sfcatholic.org or visit our website at broom-tree.org