(Past monthly newsletters can be found by clicking this link.) https://vibrantcatholic.com/newsletter-1
MAY 2023
May 3 - Confirmation for Emmaus Pastorate, St. Mark, 7:00 pm
May 4 - Bible Study, Parish Center, 8:30 am
May 7 - May Crowning, 10:00 am Mass, 1st Communion reception after Mass
May 7 - NCYC selling Cupcake Bouquets for Mother's Day
May 9 - St. Mark Finance Meeting, 5:30 pm
May 11 - Bible Study, Parish Center, 8:30 am
May 14 - Baccalaureate, 10:00 Mass
May 14 - NCYC Mother's Day Cupcake Distribution for a fundraiser
May 14 - Mother's Day
May 14 - St. Mark Council Meeting, 11:15 am
May 16 - Red Cross Blood Drive, Parish Center, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
May 20 - Loving Legacy Workshop, 9:00 am, St. Mary Upper Room
May 21 - Pastorate Elections at Mass
May 28 - Pentecost Sunday, 10:00 am Mass
May 29 - Memorial Day
May 22 - Pastorate Council Meeting, St. Joseph Parish Center, 6:30 pm
May 31 - Emmaus Pastorate Baptism Class, St. Joseph Parish Center, 6:00 pm
ST. MARK MASS INTENTIONS:
St. Mark Mass Times:
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday 7:00 a.m.
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A special thank you to all who donated flowers or money for flowers so our church could be so beautifully decorated during this Easter season.
ST. MARK PARISH LIFE:
+ On April 2 we celebrated Palm Sunday and Father Louis Jaeger's 50th Anniversary of his Ordination. +
ST. MARK STEWARDSHIP AND SOCIAL CONCERNS:
Please spend some time lifting the following people up in prayer. May God comfort and be with each of them in their time of need.
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Memorial Day is May 29.
Please join us and also continue to pray for our Emmaus Pastorate Confirmands as they receive the Sacrament of Confirmation on May 3 at 7:00 pm. Lord, send out your Spirit to touch the hearts of these young people. Help them to know and live in the joy of your presence. Amen.
Students being confirmed are...
Carter Alan Hillers (son of Jeremy & Kris)
Cheyenne Marie Hoffman (daughter of Brian & Sheryl)
Austin James Staner (son of Duane & Julie)
Ella Lynn Wulfekuhle (daughter of Derik & Luci)
Roberto Anderegg Rezende (son of Davi & Patricia)
Zoe Elizabeth Walz (daughter of Johnny & Alicia Walz)
William John Wiskus (son of Jason & Laurie)
Audrey Francois (daughter of Brent & Stacie)
Olivia Henry (daughter of Christopher & Angela)
Logan Roach (son of Robert & Amy)
and Carter Henke (son of Glen Henke & Julie Henke).
A reception will follow after Mass at the Parish Center.
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Have a few minutes? How about sending some Easter blessings to Steven Kessler, our Pastorate Seminarian, who is in his final year of formation at St. Pius X Seminary and Loras College in Dubuque. Next year he will continue his formation in Illinois, God willing.
Steven Kessler, Seminarian
St. Pius X Seminary; 1235 Mt. Loretta Ave.
Dubuque, IA 52003
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Our thoughts, prayers, and sympathy are with the family of Dolores Putz whose funeral was held at St. Mark on Monday, April 17. May she rest in Heavenly peace.
"We would like to thank Father John, the church choir, and those who helped/provided with the church service and luncheon for our mom's funeral. Thank you all for your prayers and condolences. She was blessed with a caring church family."
~ Family of Dolores Putz
~ Family of Dolores Putz
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IN LOVING MEMORY...
Cyrilla Teresa Haugen
July 7, 1932 - April 19, 2023
Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 1 at 10:00 am at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, with burial in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Lourdes, IA.
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with Father John and his whole family as they mourn the loss of their beautiful mother, Cy Haugen. May she rest in eternal peace with our Lord.
ST. MARK FAITH FORMATION:
News and Notes from
Faith Formation Director,
Brooke Kerns:
563-210-4509_____________________
Faith Formation Dates:
May 3 - Confirmation, 7:00 pm
May 7 - May Crowning, 10:00 am Mass
and 1st Communion Reception after Mass.
May 14 - Baccalaureate, 10:00 am Mass
June 12-16 - VBS
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Vacation Bible School Info...
Join United Methodist Church and St. Mark Catholic Church for this Ecumenical VBS program. Age 3-Kdg. will be held at the Methodist Church. 1st-6th will be held at Lincolnwood.
"Concrete & Cranes" consists of studying five stories from the life of Jesus. Kids will learn how they can build their lives on the sure foundation of Jesus' love. It's all about Christ and His gospel.
*EDGEWOOD COMMUNITY VBS*
June 12 - June 16, 9:00 - 11:30.
Watch for sign-up forms!
CLICK THIS LINK TO REGISTER:
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"Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday Father John... Happy Birthday to you!"
On April 16, a cookie birthday celebration was held in the Parish Center in honor of Father John's birthday. May God continue to bless him today and in the year ahead.
(photo credit to Brooke Kerns)
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The next Emmaus Pastorate Baptism Class is scheduled for May 31. Classes are open to all parents of the Emmaus Pastorate. Call the Pastorate office to get on the schedule. (563-928-7200)
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St. Mark Second Graders
Jayson Aaron Dinan (son of Cassandra & Aaron)
Kinzee Marie Jaeger (daughter of Beth & Daryl)
Adalee June Knipper (daughter of Andrea & Kevin)
Caleb Norbert Kopren (son of Dana & Jedediah)
Myles Joseph Meese (son of Kristy & Andy)
Roslyn Claire Miranda (daughter of Niki & Wayne)
Brantley James Nefzger (son of Katie & Mark)
Holly Jo Putz (daughter of Cassie & Dereck)
Evelyn Louise Schulte (daughter of Tracy & Cam)
Hallie Eileen Walz (daughter of Alicia & Johnny)
*2nd Grade Faith Formation Teacher: Beth Jaeger
First Holy Communion was held on April 23 for the "Terrific Tiny Ten." May God bless them through all their lives.
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WHO: 11 Emmaus Pastorate students & 4 adults hoping to head to NCYC in Indianapolis, IN
WHAT: Selling Mother's Day Cupcake Bouquets
WHERE: Emmaus Pastorate Parishes
WHEN: Order before and after Mass on May 7. Pick up at Mass on May 13th & 14th.
WHY: Fundraiser for National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis.
HOW: Order at Mass on the 7th, $20.00 per bouquet, Pick up at Mass on the 13th and 14th.
Help support our students and share a special Mother's Day treat with the women in your life.
Thank you for your support!
May is the Month of Mary.
ST. MARK MINISTRIES:
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MINISTRY: Serving God & Others on God’s Behalf.
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Check out the DAILY BIBLE READINGS at this easy-to-use Catholic site available for free for anyone!
* Just click on the "Daily Readings" image below to go right to the reading for the current day and easily scroll through each day's readings. https://bible.usccb.org/?_wrapper_format=html&page=1
MAY LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE:
*** Please find a substitute if you cannot serve your ministry. ***
ST. MARK LEADERSHIP:
Father John Haugen
Deacon Paul Dolan
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LET'S STAY CONNECTED:
WEBSITE:
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Find valuable information about the whole Emmaus Pastorate and individual parishes, weekly bulletins, live broadcasts, past homilies and podcasts, 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 SPONSORS
5/7/2023 Rob & Anette Myers Dunkerton
5/14/2023 St Mark Senior Class of 2022 Edgewood
5/21/2023 Mary Sue Quinlan Lewisville, TX
5/28/2023 Michelle Hunt Lewisville, TX
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FACEBOOK:
St. Mark’s Faith Community,
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/301314160252089
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St. Mark’s Faith Formation
(join) Find pictures, activities, and valuable ongoing information about our Faith Formation program and our students.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/425938100939334
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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:
Faith Formation Program Coordinator
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 at 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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