7600 South 42nd Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68147 Catholic Church 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 1, 2014 http://stbernadetteparish.org Rectory/Parish Office — 402-731-4694 Office Hours: 8am - 4pm Weekdays Parish Office fax — 402-733-4890 School — 402-731-3033 Pastor — Father Harold Buse [email protected] In Residence — Bishop Anthony Milone Principal — Lynn Schultz [email protected] Mass — Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am Holydays: 6:30 am, 8:00 am, Noon, 6:00 pm Vigil of Holydays: 6:00 pm Monday - Saturday 8:00 am Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am Deacons — Deacon Ronald Casart, Deacon Gary Chladek Deacon Subby Enzolera, Deacon Pete Digilio (Retired) Director of Religious Education — J. Diane Van Ornam 402-731-3033, ext. 107 [email protected] Business Manager — Terri Mac 402-731-4694, ext. 301 [email protected] Pastoral Minister — Juan Jesus 402-731-4694 [email protected] Parish Secretary — Sue Reed 402-731-4694 [email protected] Bulletin Information — Items for the bulletin must be submitted no later then NOON on Friday, for the bulletin that will be in church 9 days later. Please email Kelly at [email protected] Mission Statement We the parish family of St. Bernadette are called forth by our Baptism to be empowered by the Holy Spirit and to follow the mission of Jesus to Worship, to Teach, to Love and to Serve. Hospitals no longer call the church to inform us of patients in the hospitals. I am very willing to visit the parishioners when they are in the hospital. If you would like to have me visit, simply call the parish office and let us know. Please notify the office if you would like to receive the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, particularly before surgery. Many times we do this at church before people enter the hospital for surgery. Registration — New Parishioners you may register on line or at the parish office, any changes should be reported to the parish office. Sacraments — Matrimony Please make arrangements at least six months in advance. (12 months for those under 19.) Penance Saturdays 3:30-4:30 pm Baptism Every Sunday 12:00 pm (Noon). Parents need to attend a pre-baptism class on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00pm in the RCIA Room. Communion For Communion (in the Home), please call parish office. Sacrament of the Sick In emergencies please call the priests immediately for arrangements. February 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Attention Ladies and Gentlemen of St. Bernadette Parish! “Father Harry’s Buseness” It is not too late to sign up to become an official member of the Altar Society and Men’s Club. If you have lost the envelope which was in the bulletin a couple of months ago, you can still pick one up in the basket on the table outside the entry to church, complete the requested information, place the appropriate money, and return to the collection basket. Thank you! Nobody impacts you like a mother. Catholic Charities is looking for experienced moms to provide mentoring support to pregnant and parenting young women. Mentors enter a friendship role: they give encouragement, demonstrate positive parenting, and simply just listen. We invite you to consider giving your time and talents to make a difference in the lives of these young women and their children. For more information, contact Laurel Determan at [email protected] or 402-829-9283, or Kathy Milbrath at [email protected] or 402-8299289. St. Bernadette Prayer Line Please call Phyllis at 402-7333042 or Mary Lu at 402-7343892 to request instant prayer for those in need. Special Prayers needed for all military personnel. The St. Bernadette Website All the information you need is there! http://stbernadetteparish.org 1. Adult Faith Formation. A solid core group has been meeting for the past several years. They engage in bible study and faith sharing. If you would like to join the current group or be part of forming a new group, you may call Juan Jesus at the parish office. He is ordinarily in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays 2. Spaghetti Dinner Feb. 22, 2015. Please check the sign up lists at the church entrances. We need volunteers to work the floor and kitchen during various shifts between 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. We also need volunteers to provide desserts for the meal. If you are unable to work, be sure to stop by and support this parish event. I know that many people make this a family event and enjoy a Sunday meal together. The Spaghetti Dinner is sponsored by the Men’s Club and proceeds support their many contributions to the parish, including youth sports, scouts, heating and air conditioning and high school scholarships. 3. Hospital Notifications. Due to various privacy and HIPAA regulations, hospitals do not routinely notify us of patients in the hospital. You may do two things to ensure that the parish learns about hospitalization. When you are admitted to the hospital, be sure to identify yourself as Catholic and a member of St. Bernadette parish. You may also call the parish directly to inform us of a family member in the hospital. I am quite willing to visit you when you are in the hospital. Occasionally I may also send another parish representative, e.g. a deacon or pastoral minister, to make a visit. 4. Eucharistic Adoration. Spending an hour with the Lord is a wonderful opportunity to calm our busy lives and regain perspective in troubled times. You are always most welcome to spend time in personal prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. It is not necessary to have an assigned hour, but the discipline of a regular time is beneficial to one’s prayer life. The board at the entrance of the church gives the schedule of already chosen times. If you would like to choose your own time, you may stop by the parish office to sign up and to receive an electronic key for entry to the church. 5. The St. Bernadette 55 Plus Group has two monthly activities. On first Fridays, they meet for coffee and rolls in the parish social hall after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. They also meet on the first Tuesday of the month for cards and/or board games. This meeting takes place in the RCIA room adjacent to the parish offices. Neither activity requires advanced sign up. If you are retired and looking for something to do each month, please come and join us. Please Remember St. Bernadette Parish In Your Will February 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Around The Parish 40th Annual Mens Club Spaghetti Dinner St. Bernadette Men’s Club Spaghetti Dinner will be Sunday February 22nd, 10:30 am 5:30 pm. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy an authentic Italian delicacy of spaghetti, meatballs, salad, Italian bread & a drink. We hope to see you on Sunday, February 22nd. (All proceeds support our youth’s sports, scouting, and scholarships and also special parish needs) Spaghetti Dinner Signups Please sign up after Mass this weekend at the tables as you leave church. You can signup to work in the kitchen or on the floor serving or selling pickles. As always, we rely on our great parishioners who volunteer to make this a great success year after year. Please give us a hand and volunteer for a couple of hours. Your support is greatly appreciated. St. Bernadette Church needs your help! We are in the process of organizing this year’s festival and have many opportunities available to serve (Don’t forget, this time can also be used to fulfill your service hours for the school year). Current openings include: Organizing Committee Members, Set-up Captain, Clean-up Captain, Booth Captains, Lead Booth Captain, Prize Booth Captain We would love to continue the tradition of our summer festival, so please consider donating some of your time to this important function. Contact Andy Flanagan to volunteer or for additional information (402) 881-5861, [email protected] SAVE THIS DATE: Saturday, April 18, 2015. A Ladies Day of Recollection - Hosted by St. Bernadette's Altar Society. More information to come. DONUTS!! The Altar Society is serving sweet rolls, bagels, coffee and juice after the 8:00 and 9:30 masses. Stop down to the social hall and enjoy a delicious goodie and some friendly conversation with your fellow parishioners. Donations are gratefully accepted to cover the cost. Thank You St. Bernadette Super Bowl Party — Sunday Feb 1st 4pm $10 Adults, $5 Kids, $25 Family. We are cooking up Chicken Wings, Tenders and fries. All are invited to bring a side dish or dessert to share. GAMES/DOOR PRIZES/ BEVERAGES PROVIDED! Music in Catholic Schools will hold a Benefit Dance and Silent Auction on Friday, February 6, 2015, 7:30-10:30 pm, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Center, 5419 N 114 ST, with music by the Nebraska Wind Symphony Swingtones. Free dance instruction is 6:15-7:15 pm. Tickets at the door for $15 each for adults; $10 for seniors and students. Beverages and desserts are available for free-will donations. Funds raised enable students with need to participate in band at their school. More info at Music in Catholic Schools website or 402-557-5600. Music in Catholic Schools is a parent pay band program in 23 Catholic and 3 Lutheran grade schools in the Omaha metro area. Outside income earned enables students with financial need to participate in band at their school. The SVDP Food Pantry (2101 Leavenworth St) is seeking volunteers at their new choice-style pantry. Volunteers stock shelves or assist clients in gathering their selected food. Very enjoyable work! Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Please call or email Volunteer Coordinator Karen Langan. 402*731-2641, [email protected]. Holy Hour of Reparation Please join Sts. Peter & Paul Church (36th & X) on the last Sunday of each month from 9-10am for a Holy Hour of Reparation prayers. Annual Marriage Enrichment Dinner- Omaha Join Deacon James Keating, Ph.D. Friday, February 6, 5:30 p.m. at St. Margaret Mary Church, 6116 Dodge St., Omaha, for an evening of wit and wisdom grounded in his book “Spousal Prayer: A Way to Marital Happiness.” The evening begins with Mass celebrated by Vocation Director, Fr. Paul Hoesing, followed by a candlelit dinner, and guided couple reflection time in the Raynor Center. Each person will receive a copy of Deacon Keating's book. Contact Peter Kennedy for more information 402-551-9003 ext. 1305 [email protected] St. Bernadette, Pray For Us February 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass Intentions Weekly Mass Intentions Remember your loved ones in a very special way — with a Mass said in their name. Masses are $10. Call the Parish Office for available dates. Saturday Evening Rosary Each Saturday starting at 4:20pm the rosary is recited In the church. Come a little early and pray the rosary. Monday, February 2, 2015 6:30 am Chapel NO MASS 8:00 am Church + Don Ficence Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:30 am Chapel NO MASS 8:00 am Church + Richard (Mick) Marsicek Wednesday, February 4, 2015 6:30 am Chapel NO MASS 8:00 am Church + Richard Ciurej Thursday, February 5, 2015 6:30 am Chapel NO MASS 8:00 am Church + George Remar In Loving Memory Please remember in your prayers those who have been born into eternal life. May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Friday, February 6, 2015 6:30 am Chapel + NO MASS 8:00 am Church + Donna Fundau Saturday, February 7, 2015 8:00 am Chapel + Phil & Mary Louise Schlueter 5:00 pm Church + Joseph & Josephine Pisci Sunday, February 8, 2015 8:00 am Church + Anne Albert 9:30 am Church + John Sporcic 11:00 am Church + Parishioners of St. Bernadette $ Parish Financial Update $ Fiscal Year July 1, 2014 — June 30, 2015 Donations Received January 25, 2014 Sunday Envelopes: $9,091.00 Sunday Plate: $252.50 Holy Day: $0 Total: $9,343.50 Our per Sunday goal is $14,941.18 Fiscal Year to Date: ($22,695.24) HVAC : $828.50 HVAC to Date: $192,875.68 Sunday 1st Monday 2nd PRE Classes NO 6:30am Mass Cub Scouts Bible Study 7pm RCIA room Tuesday 3rd Wednesday 4th NO 6:30am Mass NO 6:30am Mas Home & School Mtg 7pm RCIA NO 6:30am Mass Baptismal Class 7 pm RCIA room NO 6:30am Mass Home & School Movie Night Thursday 5th Friday 6th Thank you for your generosity! St. Bernadette, Pray For Us February 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time School News Home and School’s next meeting is Wednesday, February 4th at 6:30pm in the Social Hall. We are excited to include a wine tasting hosted by Cornhusker Beverage! Home and School is sponsoring Family Movie Night featuring "A Book of Life" on Fri, Feb 6th. Doors open at 6:30. Movie starts at 7pm. See the flier posted on the Home and School bulletin board by the Social Hall for more information. This is a free event, but we are accepting donations for the St Vincent De Paul Society. How about pizza for supper? Please support St Bernadette Home and School on Wednesday, February 11th anytime at Godfather’s on 84th St. in LaVista. We will receive 20% from your dine-in, carry-out or delivery order. Please remember to mention it is for St. Bernadette. Please continue clipping and turning in those Box Tops! We have recently received $833.50 from their last disbursement. We couldn't have done it without you! Please check the bulletin board by the Scrip table for more ways on how you can help our school while shopping. Pro-Life Student Essay Contest All 7th-11th grade students living or attending Catholic school/religious formation in the Archdiocese of Omaha are eligible to participate in the Pro-Life Student Essay Contest. Cash prizes will be given to the top three winners in each grade and the first place winners will compete in the statewide completion for additional awards. The contest begins January 22 and endsMarch 25. Visit www.RespectLifeOmaha.com for more information and the registration form. Contact Elizabeth Abbott with questions: [email protected]; 402-551-9003 ext. 1306. Ambassador Program In a message to you last November, we emphasized the importance of word of mouth marketing as paretns share the good news of our Consortium schools with their neighbors and friends. And we indicated that the Consortium leadership would be giving strategic attention to fostering enrollment growth in each of our schools. We are pleased to share the news that this person-to-person effort has now been formalized by the creation of an Ambassador program in the schools of the Omaha Catholic Consortium. The Ambassador program is a team of parents from each school who have made a commitment to help promote the schools on a parent-to-parent level. Studies have revealed this to be one of the most effective ways to recruit for Catholic schools. On January 20th, we held a Kickoff for the Schools of the Omaha Catholic Consortium Ambassador Team. We had a great turnout from every school. The Ambassadors got straight to work and developed smaller teams to talk at many of our Consortium parishes about their personal experiences with our Consortium schools. They will be visiting the parishes towards the end of January and beginning of February. Community News PROJECT RACHEL Is there an abortion in your past? Do you feel a sense of loss? Despair? Alienation and guilt? Do you feel distant from your Church? PROJECT RACHEL can help heal the wounds of abortion. For private, sensitive and confidential counseling and/or reconciliation, call 1-888-456-HOPE (4673). More information is available online at www.hopeafterabortion.com Annual Marriage Enrichment Dinner- Omaha Join Deacon James Keating, Ph.D, Friday, February 6, 5:30pm at St. Margaret Mary Church, 6116 Dodge St., Omaha, for an evening of wit and wisdom grounded in his book “Spousal Prayer: A Way to Marital Happiness.” Contact Peter Kennedy for more information 402-551-9003 ext. 1305 [email protected] Upcoming Retreats at St. Benedict Center, Schuyler, NE, February 2015 Parenting in the Wired World, February 7, one-day retreat with Laura Buddenberg, who is a regular guest on Spirit Catholic Radio. Program fee: $ 30. Lunch is available at the Center for $10.02 (includes tax). Giving Up to Gain, February 13–15, retreat in preparation for Lent with Father Prior Mauritius Wilde, OSB, Ph.D. The life of Saint Benedict (480-547) Start Friday, 7:30 PM. Contemplative Prayer Retreat, February 27–March 1 with Father Thomas Leitner, OSB. Start Friday, 7:30 PM. Please Remember St. Bernadette Parish In Your Will February 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Ministry Schedules — February 7 & 8 Saturday, 5:00 PM February 7 Sunday, 8:00 AM February 8 Sunday, 9:30 AM February 8 Sunday, 11:00 AM February 8 Lector Steve Tooley Joyce Sokol Juan Jesus Rebecca Burkhardt EMHCs Agnes Flowers Margaret Tooley Christine Ortner Mary Ann Pisci Rosary Sorensen Bill Starr Matthew Ginnaty Erin Ginnity Edwin Peabody Anna Rojas Renee Sinnott Sharon Vondra Patty Galas Katie Laughhunn John Pogge Patricia Pogge Joe Stein Pamela Stein Jean Circo Joan Foreman-Mertz Jackie Kmiecik Larry Andersen Maria Miller David Miller Servers Grace Chandler Jane Kucera Christian Riha Thomas Bricko Michael Jelinek Grace Earnest Max Janovich Logan Laughhunn Tara Andersen Mackenna Sidzyik Hannah Petrie Music Reed/McNamara White/Gajewski Krupa/Krysl McCoy *Sub requested: Minister needed at this Mass. Money Counters Monday, February 2 — Loretta Diekman, Sharon Jedlicka, George Mickells, Gwen Toledo Heavenly Dusters February 7 February 14 February 21 February 28 SCRIP Rosary Leaders Liz Zoucha & Kelly Linder Mary Baker Therese Yost & Mary Larsen Janet Van Haute February 7 Dorothy Nelson February 14 John Holst February 21 Donna Dailey February 28 Dorothy Nelson February 7 & 8 February 14 & 15 February 21 & 22 Feb 28 & Mar 1 Home & School Altar Society Men’s Club The Parish Group Healing Prayers Needed for the Sick If you have a loved one that is ill and in need of healing prayers, please call the Parish Office at 402-731-4694, or email [email protected] Lucille Bilek, Annabelle Berrera, Patty Bosanek, Bob Bowser, Betty Buckman, Nancy Courtney, Howard Day, Margaret Eipperle, Norma Flores, Bob Flowers, Trudy Gomez, Amy Hamm, Lisa Hargis, Joyce Higgins, Ann Hudecek, Dale Kittelson, Ron Knoblauch, Tudy Laux, Pat Masek, Michael Macdonald, Carol McDaniel, Julie McShaw, Leonard Meier, Theresa Mitera, Blanche Murphy, Mary Orchard, Jameson Page, Maryn Page, Ellen Pankievicz, Catherine Palinski, Cynthia Pendrock-Sellhorst, Grayson Peters, Ella Peters, Keelan Phillips, Helen Pokorny, Judy Posley, Todd Sears, Dane Sinnott, Rita Starr, Pam Stein, Isabella Sterba, Pat Strauss, Julien Van Haute, Jim Vondra, Caroline Wascisin, Joe Welch, Aileen Wilkes, Annabella Zyla Vocations COMMUNITY ROLE IN THE CULTURE OF VOCATIONS - Pope Francis, in his November 2013 apostolic exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium, underlined the continued need to build a culture of vocations. “The fraternal life and fervor of the community can awaken in the young a desire to consecrate themselves completely to God and to preaching of the Gospel. This is particularly true if such a living community prays insistently for vocations and courageously proposes to its young people the path of special consecration.” Be not afraid to ask boys and girls if they have thought and prayed about their vocation. “Let each of you lead the life that the Lord has assigned, to which God has called you.” If you are considering a vocation to the consecrated life or priesthood, call Father Harry Buse at 402-731-4694 or email: [email protected].
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