(Past monthly newsletters can be found by clicking this link. ) https://vibrantcatholic.com/newsletter-1
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ST. MARK UPCOMING EVENTS -
September 5 - St Mark Council Meeting, 6:30 pm
September 7 -
FAITH FORMATION "Choose More" OPENING MEAL AND MASS with Archbishop Michael Jackels presiding
@ Starmont High School,
@ Starmont High School,
Meal 5:00-6:00,
Registration 5:00-6:15,
Opening Mass 6:30
September 13 - St. Mark Finance Meeting, 5:30 pm
September 14 -
FAITH FORMATION begins with "Faith on the Field" (St. Mark & St. Patrick) held at the Ed-Co football field, 6:30 pm (Required attendance for Faith Formation Students)
September 18 -
NATIONAL BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY
September 20 -
American Red Cross Blood Drive from 12:00-6:00 pm at St. Mark Parish Center
September 21 -
FAITH FORMATION CLASSES BEGIN...
*** See important times and new information about this year's program in the INSERT in the September 4 church bulletin.
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EMMAUS PASTORATE
MASS SCHEDULE, UPCOMING EVENTS, & NEWS:
September 6 - Grief Share class @ St. Joseph, 6:00 pm
September 7 - FAITH FORMATION OPENING MEAL AND MASS -
*** with Archbishop Michael Jackels presiding
@ Starmont High School,
Meal 5:00-6:00,
Registration 5:00-6:15,
Opening Mass 6:30
September 8 - Scripture Study on Matthew, 1st session @ St. Joseph, 6:30
September 11 - Sacred Heart Annual Picnic, 10:00 MASS, Lunch and Auction
September 16-18 - St .Patrick Meal at Plagman Barn
September 17/18 - NATIONAL BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY
September 25 - St. Mary Fall Fun Day - Events all day - End with 5:00 pm Mass
October 8-9 - Heritage Days at Osborne – "PASTORATE FUNDRAISER"
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"NATIONAL BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY" - SEPTEMBER 18, 2022
Eucharistic Adoration at the Emmaus Pastorate will begin again soon. Be sure to watch the bulletin for upcoming times and opportunities for this beautiful time of prayer with our Lord.
What is Eucharistic Adoration?
Basically it is a time to worship and show adoration of the Eucharist when not at Mass. On the altar, the Eucharistic Host is on display so it can be seen by all and prayers can be said in the real, true presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
What do I do during Eucharistic Adoration?
You should always genuflect to show your respect when you see the Lord in the Host, You'll want to remember that you are in the presence of God so continue to be respectful, and if you are not alone, respectful silence.
Appropriate gestures of prayer include simply sitting, standing, or kneeling before and viewing the Blessed Sacrament. Do what is comfortable for you.
This is a special time to spend time with Jesus, our Savior. Through prayer, open your heart and speak to Jesus, then listen to him.
(Source: <“All Your Questions About Adoration Answered...What Is It? How Do I Go? What Do I Do? And More!,” Catholic Link, Sep. 05, 2017. https://catholic-link.org/how-to-go-to-adoration-eucharist/>)
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Please remember to pray for Steven Kessler, seminarian from our Emmaus Pastorate. Send him a note of encouragement Vianney House, 1235 Mt. Loretta Ave., Dubuque, IA 52003.
* * * Click on his picture above, and move to the 1:15 mark in the video to meet Steven as he spoke briefly at the end of Mass on August 21.
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ST. MARK MASS INTENTIONS:
September 2022
St. Mark Mass Times:
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday 7:00 a.m.
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ST. MARK PARISH LIFE:
Thank you, thank you, thank you...
to everyone who supported our recent Rodeo Chicken Supper! A whopping total of 930 meals were served in less than four hours! Way to 'be church' in so many ways from organizing and planning, selling tickets, preparing corn, baking pies, growing and donating cabbage, making coleslaw, working a shift in the kitchen or dining room, delivering meals, frying chicken, to setting up and cleaning up. It takes many hands!
A special thank you to the organizers of this successful annual event!
Oh my... you have to click on the image below to go to St. Mark's Faith Community Facebook page to see pictures taken at this awesome event!
(pie photo credit to Jody Kerns)
A huge THANK YOU goes out to everyone in our parish who generously donated school supplies this year. Thanks for helping our students start the school year prepared and with a smile!
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ST. MARK STEWARDSHIP AND SOCIAL CONCERNS:
Please pray for these friends, who are listed in our bulletin. May God comfort them in their time of need.
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ST. MARK
FAITH FORMATION:
News and Notes from
Faith Formation Director, Brooke Kerns:
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*** with Archbishop Michael Jackels presiding!
(* If there is an urgent reason you cannot attend to register that night, call Father John (563-543-5873) for an appointment to register.) A huge thank you goes out to Starmont High School for this wonderful opportunity!
** SEPTEMBER 14 - "FAITH ON THE FIELD" (St. Mark & St. Patrick), 6:30 pm
** SEPTEMBER 21 - FAITH FORMATION CLASSES BEGIN
1st - 6th Grade from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
7th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 12th Grade from 7:15-8:15 pm
10th Grade Confirmation Class @ St. Mary's, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
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READY FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR?
Supplies purchased? √
Clothes and shoes ready? √
BACKPACKS BLESSED? √
Father John said a special blessing at Mass on August 21 over many backpacks and for the children who will be carrying them this school year.
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NOTICE: 2022 BAPTISM CLASS
The next EMMAUS PASTORATE BAPTISM CLASS will be held on Wednesday, November 16. Watch the bulletin for the time and place.
It is our practice that parents of the Emmaus Pastorate participte in a baptism class. If you have an upcoming baptism and have not taken a class in the last 18 months, contact the Pastorate Office (563-928-7200). Classes are open to all parents of the Emmaus Pastorate.
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AUGUST BAPTISMS: Barrett John Klosterman, son of Mitch and Kaitlyn Klosterman, was baptized as a new Christian on August 7, 2022. We welcome you, little one! Congratulations!
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On August 21, we witnessed the baptism into the life of Christ of Noah John Otdoerfer, son of Jordan and Emily. May God continue to bless both of these newly baptized Christians and their families. Congratulations!
SEPTEMBER 11, 2022
ST. MARK MINISTRIES:
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MINISTRY: Serving God & Others on God’s Behalf.
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LECTORS, take note:
Are you wondering how you might preview, practice, and even listen to the upcoming readings before your scheduled Mass time? It's easy! Just click on the "Daily Readings" pic below to go right to them.
(P. S. ANYONE/EVERYONE is welcome to use this site for Bible reading.)
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SEPTEMBER LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE BELOW-
THANK YOU ALL FOR SERVING YOUR PARISH! : )
Please find a substitute if you cannot serve your ministry.
ST. MARK
LEADERSHIP:
Father John Haugen
Deacon Paul Dolan
Did you know that you can listen to past homilies and podcasts? Simply click on the Emmaus Pastorate image below to take you there.
LET'S STAY CONNECTED:
WEBSITE:
https://vibrantcatholic.com/bulletins
WATCH LIVE STREAMING:
Find valuable information about the whole Emmaus Pastorate and individual parishes, weekly bulletins, live broadcasts, past homilies and pod casts, newsletters, and more!
https://vibrantcatholic.com/live-streaming
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RADIO:
Mass can be heard on Sundays on KMCH 94.7 FM at 11:00 a.m.
KMCH / Livestream Sponsors
Sept. 4 - Fran Zichal, Elkader
Sept. 11 - Samuel Schurman, Carlsbad, CA
Sept. 18 - Tom & Sandy Klaus, Colesburg
Sept. 25 - Michelle Hunt, Lewisville, TX
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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 our 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,
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
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St. Mark Staff:
Co-Coordinators of Faith Formation Program
Jody Kerns, 563-928-7200,
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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