(Past monthly newsletters can be found by clicking this link. https://vibrantcatholic.com/newsletter-1.)
ST. MARK EVENTS - JUNE 2022
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June 5 - Pentecost - Please wear RED to Mass
June 6 - Ordinary Time begins
June 6 -10th - Vacation Bible School, 9:00 - 11:30 am
June 6 - St. Mark Parish Council, 6:30 pm
June 7 - Delaware County Elections in St. Mark Parish Center
June 12 - The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
June 15 - St. Mark Finance Meeting, 5:30 pm
June 19 - The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi)
June 24 - The Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
June 25 - Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
June 28 - PASTORATE COUNCIL MEETING, 6:30 at St. Joseph
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PARISH ELECTIONS RESULTS...
We welcome two new members to both our Parish Council and Faith Formation Commission. They are as follows...
Parish Council: Larry Pape and Matt Venteicher
Faith Formation Commission: Josh Steffen and Patty Rezende
THANK YOU for being willing to serve your parish in these roles. We appreciate you all!
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These pictures do not do justice to the beauty of the statues at St. Mark after being recently refurbished. You must stop in to truly appreciate them. Many thanks to the Funke family for having this done in memory of Jim and Kathy Funke.
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EMMAUS PASTORATE News...
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Please remember to pray for Steven Kessler, seminarian from our Emmaus Pastorate. Thinking of You notes can be sent to him c/o St. Pius X Seminary, 1235 Mt. Loretta Ave. Dubuque, IA 52003.
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To read the "Prayer for Peace" that Pope Francis recited on March 16 to his
general audience for that week, please click on the above image Pray For Ukraine. Then scroll down to page 6 of the Sunday, May 8, bulletin.
general audience for that week, please click on the above image Pray For Ukraine. Then scroll down to page 6 of the Sunday, May 8, bulletin.
JUNE
2022
St. Mark Mass Times:
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday 7:00 a.m.
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ST. MARK PARISH LIFE:
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St. Mark Cemetery
Thank you to everyone who donated money to be used to replace the flags and flagpoles at the St. Mark cemetery over Memorial Day. Our goal has been met, and we are very grateful.
Mark Your Calendars!
St. Mark's Famous Rodeo Chicken Supper
will be held on Saturday, August 20. The committee is asking gardeners in our parish to help them out by planting some cabbage, carrots, and peppers for the supper. Many thanks to anyone who can help with this request! Is your mouth watering yet??
ST. MARK STEWARDSHIP AND SOCIAL CONCERNS:
We remember...
Robert "Bob" John Wegmann
February 7, 1941 - May 26, 2022 (age 81)
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with the family and friends of Bob Wegmann.
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Please continue to pray for these friends, who are listed in our bulletin.
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Stewardship Opportunities:
Volunteers are needed to help serve a snack daily for the students attending Vacation Bible School, June 6-10. If you would like to help, please call Jane Christiansen 563-920-5967.
Ideas and volunteers are needed so St. Mark Parish will have something in the Rodeo Days Parade, Saturday, June 25. Please contact the parish life chair-people, Annette Knipper or Lynn Lueken, if you can help or have ideas!
We will be collecting school supplies in July.
Thank you for being generous!
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ST. MARK
FAITH FORMATION:
News and Notes from
Brooke & Jody:
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Congratulations to Janett Avianeda (daughter of Estela Romero Blanca and Primitivo Avianeda) who received her First Eucharist on May 1 at St. Mark.
MAY CROWNING - Also on May 1, the second graders who received their First Eucharist a week earlier, led the tradition of honoring Mary by crowning her with a ring of flowers. Thank you second graders for providing this beautiful moment.
Vacation Bible School will be held June 6-10. We are especially excited to be bringing VBS to Lincolnwood Assisted Living where the students will have the opportunity to interact with the residents at both Lincolnwood and the Edgewood Convalescent Home. It is a wonderful way for our students to engage with the elderly in our community and Be Church! Watch for heartwarming pictures and information in the July newsletter.
If you would like to help serve the daily morning snack during this special week, please contact Jane Christiansen at 563-920-5967.
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A heartfelt thank you goes out to our catechists who helped make this past Faith Formation year a successful one with a wonderful learning environment for all of our students! Your time, talent, and dedication to our students' faith formation is much appreciated!
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Congratulations...
We also want to recognize and congratulate several of our St. Mark Faith Formation students who made an appearance at State in both golf and track! A special congratulations goes out to Mason Ashline for a second place runner-up medal in track and to Jack Wiskus for an 11th place finish in golf. Well done!
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Seniors were recognized at St. Mark on May 15. Introductory music was provided by the choir, and Senior, Sophia Wilson, sang a solo before the seniors processed in. Blessings on our seniors, and may they always keep Christ close in their daily lives.
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Newly Elected Faith Formation Board Members
are Josh Steffen and Patty Rezende. Thank you for your service!
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Congratulations to Matthew and Kaci Bailey whose daughter Espen Nicole was baptized at St. Mark on May 29. May their lives be filled with joy, love, and God's blessings!
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R.C.I.A.- Adult Education
(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? Sacrament of Marriage
* 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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DID YOU KNOW?
Question:
What are the names of some of the objects in the church layout?
ST. MARK MINISTRIES:
MINISTRY: Serving God & Others on God’s Behalf.
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NEW MINISTRY
Behold Your Child is a ministry developed in collaboration by the offices of Marriage and Family Life, Respect Life and Social Justice, and Catholic Charities to provide hope and healing for parents and families who have experienced a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis, miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death (whether recently or years ago). For more info., contact Kathy Riniker at 563-245-3775 or 563-920-4772.
For resources, visit www.DBQArch.org/BeholdYourChild
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Prayer Chain Ministry:
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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BeFriender Ministry:
If you or someone you know would benefit from a trained, caring, confidential listener, 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. Call the parish office at 563-928-7200.
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Parish Bereavement Ministry:
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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St. Mark Pay It Forward Ministry
On the third Sunday of each month, the money in the collection plate (not budget envelopes) is used to support this ministry. People in our community can call the parish office with a request for financial assistance. Members of this ministry meet monthly to share needs they have heard of in the community. In the past, gas cards have been given to families traveling for medical treatments, payment of a partial insurance deductible, and Walmart cards have been given to families in need. As always, thank you for your generous support of this ministry!
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Lectors...
Preview, practice, and even listen to the readings ahead of time by going to the website:
Everyone and Anyone...
Bookmark this site (image below) to do your daily Bible reading or to listen to it.
Hospitality,
Altar Servers,
Lectors,
Eucharistic Ministers,
Gift Bearers....
Thank you for serving in your ministry each week!
** JUNE LITURGICAL
MINISTRY SCHEDULE ** FOLLOWS BELOW.
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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
Annette Knipper, Parish Life Rep
Marilyn Sullivan, Finance
Cam Schulte, Building and Grounds Rep
Harry Wulfekuhle, Building and Grounds Rep
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
Parish Life
The 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
June 5 - Rob & Annette Myers, Dunkerton
June 12 - Brenda & Michael Landwehr, Guttenberg
June 19 - Sarah & Kyle Kumpf & family, Peosta
June 26 - Rob & Annette Myers, Dunkerton
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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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