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(Source: “In Christ Alone.” Online video clip. YouTube. YouTube, Web. 21 Feb. 2022.)
ST. MARK EVENTS - April 2022
(LENT RUNS MARCH 2 THROUGH APRIL 16)
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Apr. 2 - Spring cleaning at St. Mark, 8:00 am
Apr. 3 - 1st Eucharist Retreat after Mass at St Mark
Apr. 4 - St. Mark Parish Council Meeting, 6:30 pm
Apr. 6 - LENT RECONCILIATION - @ St. Mark
MEAL FOR UKRAINE IN PARISH CENTER 5:30 - 7:30 PM
CONFESSIONS 6:00 - 8:00 PM (April 13 snow date)
Apr. 7 - Bible Study with Jane Christiansen, 8:30 am
Apr. 7 - St. Mark Adoration, 4:30 - Stations of the Cross, 5:15
Apr. 9 - Decorate church for Palm Sunday, 8:00 am
Apr. 12 - St. Mark Finance Council Meeting, 5:30 pm
Apr. 14 - Bible Study with Jane Christiansen, 8:30 am
Apr. 15 - Decorate church for Holy Saturday / Easter, 8:00 am
Apr. 16 - Easter Vigil Mass, St. Mark, 8:00 pm
Apr. 17 - Easter Sunday Mass, St. Mark, 10:00 am
Apr. 20 - First Eucharist practice at church, 6:00 pm
Apr. 21 - Bible Study with Jane Christiansen, 8:30 am
Apr. 24 - First Holy Communion, St. Mark, 10:00 pm
Apr. 26 - PASTORATE COUNCIL MEETING 6:30 @ St Patrick
May 1 - May Crowning at St. Mark
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EMMAUS PASTORATE Events...
April 6 - LENT RECONCILIATION -
SPECIAL MEAL WITH A "FREE-WILL OFFERING" for UKRAINE @ ST. MARK PARISH CENTER 5:30 - 7:30 PM *Beef stroganoff or ham & cheese sandwiches, corn, coleslaw, breadstick, and desserts
CONFESSIONS @ ST. MARK - 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Several priests will be available.
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CONTINUE TO CHECK YOUR LENTEN SCHEDULE BOOKLET FOR THE MANY ADDITIONAL UPCOMING PASTORATE-WIDE EVENTS (pictured below) or click on the following link to find all of the scheduled events for Lent listed online. https://vibrantcatholic.com/inchristalone
Please remember to pray for Steven Kessler, seminarian from our Emmaus Pastorate. LENTEN PRAYERS and EASTER BLESSINGS can be sent to him c/o St. Pius X Seminary, 1235 Mt. Loretta Ave. Dubuque, IA 52003.
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APRIL
2022
St. Mark Mass Times:
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday 7:00 a.m.
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April 6 - 7:00 AM - Tony Helle
April 10 - 10:00 AM - Fred & Sandy Ries
April 13 - 7:00 AM - Lawrence & Darlene Thein
April 16 - 8:00 PM - John Haugen Sr.
April 17 - 10:00 AM - Fr. Steve Lundgren
April 24 - 10:00 AM - For the People
April 27 - 7:00 AM - Bob & Donna Juran
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ST. MARK PARISH LIFE:
St. Mark Gala Raffle and Pie Sale Results:
A HUGE THANK YOU goes out to everyone who purchased tickets or made a donation. Also many thanks to everyone who made and donated close to 100 pies and to those who purchased them! Thank you all around to the GALA Committee who planned this fundraiser and made it a success! Way to Be Church!
(Photo credit to Tammy Kirby)
ST. MARK STEWARDSHIP AND SOCIAL CONCERNS:
Please keep these friends, who are listed in our bulletin, in your prayers.
"Lord, hear our prayer."
ST. MARK
FAITH FORMATION:
... looks ahead to who and what we become as Christians.
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Faith Formation Notes from
Brooke & Jody:
April schedule for Faith Formation at St. Mark:
APRIL 3 - Prayer Partner Mass and First Eucharist Retreat @ St Mark during and after Mass.
Please keep our "Eleven Excellent Eagles" in your prayers as they participate in their retreat and continue on the path to their First Holy Communion.
APRIL 6 - no class due to pastorate wide reconciliation.
APRIL 13 - no confirmation class with Father John. Meet at Parish center with your class.
APRIL 20 - First Eucharist practice at church 6:00 pm
APRIL 24 - First Eucharist Mass @ St. Mark
APRIL 27 - last FAITH FORMATION class.
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We are very proud of the younger students who have been leading the Stations of the Cross during Adoration.
(photos of students, credit to Cassie Putz)
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9th Grade Students -
On Sunday, March 27, the ninth grade students prepared and shared a meal of appreciation to the ladies who help work at funeral meals for our Parish as a way to show appreciation for all they do.
FAMILY TRIVIA SUCCESS
On February 27, the ninth grade class sponsored a fun family afternoon of Trivia. Nearly 40 people attended and enjoyed a tasty meal and fun trivia competition! Thanks to all who planned and participated!
(photo credit to Jody Kerns)
Puzzles and Pizza Night at Lincolnwood was a huge success. The Senior students donated pizza and eleven puzzles and enjoyed an evening with the residents.
As always... go to the St. Mark Faith Formation Facebook page (join) for more pictures and information throughout the year! https://www.facebook.com/groups/425938100939334
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LENT 2022 ADULT FAITH FORMATION
at ST. MARK
Bible study continues at St. Mark on Thursday mornings in the Parish Center at 8:30. Join us for some coffee and conversation about The Catholic Letters: James, Peter, John, and Jude. All are welcome!
Call Jane Christiansen with questions 563-920-5967.
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R.C.I.A.-
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Are you wanting to know more about our Catholic faith or know someone who might be interested in learning about becoming a Catholic? Contact R.C.I.A. coordinator, Fran Zichal (563-880-0873) or Father John (563-543-5873).
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NEWLY ENGAGED?
* CALL the Emmaus Main office (563-928-7200) at least six months prior to your intended date to see if the date is free and set up an appointment to meet with Father John.
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Be watching for the VBS (Vacation Bible School) registration date! VBS will be held
June 6th through June 10th from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Mark your calendars!!
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DID YOU KNOW?
Question:
What is the EASTER TRIDUUM?
(tri.du.um)
HOLY THURSDAY GOOD FRIDAY HOLY SATURDAY
The EASTER TRIDUUM is the highest point and holiest days of the liturgical year.
Basically, the Sacred Triduum recounts the last THREE days of Jesus' life on Earth.
Holy Thursday-
when you hear the words, "On the night he was betrayed...", that was Holy Thursday. Other events on this day were ...
- Arranged to use the Upper Room to hold the Passover meal
- Washed the apostles' feet
- Held the first Mass (Last meal with His disciples)
- Instituted the priesthood
- Announced that Judas would betray him
- Gave the "new commandment" to love one another
- Announced that Peter would deny him
- Went to the Mount of Olives
- Prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane
- Was betrayed by Judas
- Healed the ear of Malchus after Peter cut it off with a sword
- Was taken before the high priests Annas and Caiaphas
- Was denied by Peter
- Was taken to Pilate in the morning
Good Friday-
- Sent to Herod
- Returned to Pilate
- Was mocked and beaten
- Was crowned with thorns
- Was condemned to death
- Carried the crushing burden of his cross
- Told the weeping women what would happen in the future
- Was crucified between two thieves
- Forgave those who crucified him
- Said, "Father forgive them, for they know not what they do."
- Cried out and died
- There was darkness over the land.
- The veil of the temple was torn in two.
- A soldier pierced Christ's side and blood and water flowed out.
- He was buried in a tomb.
- A guard was set over to watch over the tomb.
- All Jesus' friends and family grieved at his death.
Holy Saturday-
* Jesus' disciples mourned his death.
* The women returned home and prepared spices and ointments.
* The guards kept watch to make sure that the disciples did not steal Jesus' body.
* Christ’s followers held a vigil for him outside of his tomb, waiting for his resurrection.
(source: National Catholic Register)
ST. MARK MINISTRIES:
MINISTRY: The term "ministry," in the Bible, is most often related to SERVING. So in simple terms, TO MINISTER means…. To serve God & Others on God’s Behalf.
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Lectors...
Preview, practice, and even listen to the readings ahead of time by going to the website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading.
Everyone and Anyone...
Bookmark this site (image below) to do your daily Bible reading or to listen to it.
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Hospitality,
Altar Servers,
Lectors,
Eucharistic Ministers, Gift Bearers....
Thank you for serving in your ministry each week!
** APRIL LITURGICAL
MINISTRY SCHEDULE ** FOLLOWS BELOW.
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BeFriender Ministry:
Ten members of the Emmaus Pastorate are trained to offer comfort through the gift of listening. If you or someone you know would benefit from this ministry, contact Marsha Hauser at 515-290-4992 or dbq072s1@dqarch.org.
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Homebound Ministry:
If there is a homebound Pastorate parishioner who would like a visit from Father John and would like to receive Holy Communion and/or the Sacrament of Anointing, there is a parish coordinator who will help schedule these visits.
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Parish Bereavement Ministry:
The Emmaus Pastorate Grief Support Group is a program that will provide support to those experiencing the loss of a loved one. The classes will be held on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the St. Joseph Parish Center (330 1st St. SW Elkader) The class will meet for 11 weeks until May 31. Call one of the three committee members to obtain further information. —Dianne Fette (563-880-9847); Kandi DeShaw (608-306-2558)or Fran Zichal (563-880-0873).
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Prayer Chain Ministry:
There is power in prayer and comfort in knowing others are praying for you or a loved one. Did you know that we have a whole chain of people ready and willing to pray for any needs you or someone you know may have? Please call one of our parish representatives to get heartfelt prayers started. St. Mark: Carlyn Hunt 563-928-7089 or Norma Venteicher 563-928-7283.
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ST. MARK
LEADERSHIP:
Current Pastoral Council
Mike Schmitz, Chairperson
Joyce Anderson, Vice-chairperson
Tom Bunting
Jane Christiansen, Stewardship/Social Concerns Rep
Mark Hauser, Secretary
Judy Lueken, Faith Formation Rep
Lynn Lueken, Parish Life Rep
Marilyn Sullivan, Finance
Cam Schulte
Harry Wulfekuhle
Current Finance Council
Brian Atkinson, chair
Greg Deutmeyer
Marilyn Sullivan
Current Faith Formation Board
Nathan Erickson
Dee Hansel
Jenny Lange
Judy Lueken
Amber Wessels
Amy Wilson
The Parish Life
committee's co-chairpersons are
Annette Knipper and Lynn Lueken.
Father John Haugen
Deacon Paul Dolan
LET'S STAY CONNECTED :
WATCH LIVE BROADCASTS:
Find valuable information about the whole Emmaus Pastorate and individual parishes, weekly bulletins, live broadcasts, past homilies and pod casts, newsletters, and more!
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RADIO:
Mass can be heard on Sundays on KMCH 94.7 FM at 11:00 a.m.
KMCH / Livestream Sponsors
4/3/22 Rob & Anette Myers, Dunkerton
4/10/22 Brenda & Michael Landwehr, Guttenburg
4/17/22 Sarah & Kyle Kumpf & family, Peosta
4/24/22 Joe & Anna Weigel & family, Manchester
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FACEBOOK:
St. Mark’s Faith Formation,
(join) Find pictures, activities, and valuable on-going information about our Faith Formation program and students!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/425938100939334
FACEBOOK:
St. Mark’s Faith Community,
(join) See up to date news, events, and watch Father John's Weekly Check-In! https://www.facebook.com/groups/301314160252089
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PASTORATE STAFF:
Pastor
Fr. John Haugen, 563-543-5873
dbq072@dbqarch.org
Deacon/Pastorate Business Manager
Paul Dolan, 563-928-7200, 563-608-6753 (cell)
dbq072BM@dbqarch.org, dbq072D@dbqarch.org
Pastorate Pastoral Assoc/Director Liturgy/Music
John Uhal, 563-245-2548
dbq072s3@dbqarch.org
Pastorate Coord.-Adult Faith Formation, RCIA
Fran Zichal, 563-880-0873
Pastorate Technology and Media Services
Lori Keppler, 563-880-1758
dbq194re@dbqarch.org
Pastorate Bulletin Editor
Joyce Whelan, 563-928-7200
dbq072sec2@dbqarch.org
Pastorate Bereavement Ministry
Nancy Appleton, 563-920-1394
nancyannapple@gmail.com
St. Mark Staff
Co-Coordinators of Faith Formation
Jody Kerns, 563-928-7200, dbq072re@dbqarch.org
Brooke Kerns, 563-928-7200, dbq072ff@dbqarch.org
Receptionist-Secretary/Liturgy Coordinator
Linda Williams, 563-590-1524
Music Coordinator
Jane Christiansen, 563-245-2585
dbq072s2@dbqarch.org
Admin. Secretary/Bookkeeper
Jennifer Ciesielski, 563-928-7200
dbq072sec@dbqarch.org
Pastoral Council Chair
Mike Schmitz, 563-608-2121
smittystatepf@yahoo.com
Maintenance
Mike Wilson
Nancy Schroeder
Knights of Columbus Grand Knight
Jeff "Burly" Vorwald
If you have suggestions or ideas to pass along for future newsletters, please call the parish office 563-928-7200 or email Judy Lueken at djluek@gmail.com. Thank you!
Current Finance Council
Brian Atkinson, chair
Greg Deutmeyer
Marilyn Sullivan
Current Faith Formation Board
Marilyn Sullivan
Current Faith Formation Board
Nathan Erickson
Dee Hansel
Jenny Lange
Dee Hansel
Jenny Lange
Judy Lueken
Amber Wessels
Amy Wilson
Amy Wilson
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