St. Helena Catholic Church 421 2nd St N, PO Box 796

Ellendale, ND 58436 701-349-3297

St. Patrick Catholic Church

207 Monroe St N Fullerton, ND 58441

Rev. Jason Asselin, J.C.L.

sthelenascatholicparish.org

Reminder! January 1 is a Holy Day of Obligation, Mary, Mother of God. See page 4B for Mass times & locations

Gospel Meditation “Joseph rose and took the child and his mother by night and departed for Egypt. He stayed there until the death of Herod.” Large Jewish communities existed in most major cities of the ancient Mediterranean world, after the collapse of their kingdoms chronicled in the Old Testament, and Joseph could likely find work as a carpenter. All the same, today’s Gospel reminds us that the first formational years of Jesus as a babe-in-arms were spent in a strange land. The members of the Holy Family were foreigners, outsiders, immigrants.

The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. God took on our humanity. He is in solidarity with our own trials and difficulties. On the feast of the Holy Family, we honor the special place of the family within society. We are invited, too, to recall those families who share in the struggles of the Holy Family in a particular way. We pray for immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. We pray for all parents who sacrifice their own well-being and comfort so their children may have a better life. ©LPi

CONTACT US DECEMBER 29, 2019 | THE HOLY FAMILY

Mass Schedule Saturday (vigil) 7pm (Prince of Peace Care Center) Sunday 8:30am (1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays) 10:30am (2nd, 4th Sundays) Tue–Fri 8:00am Confession Schedule Saturday 1:30-2:30pm Sunday Before 8:30 am mass (1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays) Tues–Fri Before 8:00 am daily Mass | By appointment, call parish office

Mass Schedule Sunday 10:30am (1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays) 8:30 am (2nd, 4th Sundays) Thursday 9:00am Confession Schedule Sundays after 10:30 am Mass By appointment - call parish office

AROUND OUR PARISHES

ST. HELENA PARISH

ST. PATRICK PARISH

FROM OUR PASTOR Home for Christmas... Being home for Christmas can entail many things—children bringing dirty laundry home, etc. If you visited with family this Christmas, you probably had a few aggravating moments alongside the happy times.

Today’s first reading says, “God sets a father in honor over his children; a mother’s authority he confirms over her sons.” Nice sounding words, but are they meaningful in today’s world?

The feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, reminds us that they too were subject to trails and sufferings. There was no room at the inn, Herod attempts to kill the child, and the flight into Egypt.

Family life is not easy in our broken world. But today’s feast day gives us

great hope. What is Christian hope? It is not blueberry pie and a mint julip (thinking of warmer days to come!) No, Christian hope is more than feeling good that everything will turn out ok. The Catechism says hope is, “placing our trust in Christ’s promises and relying not on our own strength, but on the help of the grace of the Holy Spirit” (1817).

The old saying goes, “Home is where the heart is.” Is your heart in the right place? The wood of the manger leads to the wood of the Cross. But the Cross of Christ promises eternal life. Today’s reading says, “...take care of your father when he is old… kindness to a father will not be forgotten.” Our heavenly Father never forgets us. I pray that the Christmas season will fill your heart and home with the hope of eternal life!

Fr. Asselin

Matrimony Those preparing for marriage must contact Fr. Asselin at least six months prior to the wedding date.

Baptism To schedule a baptism please contact the parish office.

Anointing of the Sick This sacrament is available anytime. Talk with the priest before or after Mass, or call the parish office to make an appointment. Don’t hesitate to call, especially if you are preparing for a medical procedure or surgery.

SACRAMENTS

You’re Invited! Open House It’s a blessing to say that most of the projects have been completed. The improvements made to the church basement and the rectory will serve our parish well into the future. I am also grateful for the generous response you have made to our capital campaign. We have raised $126,444 so far, with approximately 48% of our parish participating. Donations of labor & materials have also been made.

If you haven’t given yet, or if you are able to increase your gift, please do so soon. With the Hommerding incentive fund at the Diocese, we receive 10% back on every donation, big or small.

We are pleased to announce an Open House, Sunday Jan. 26, following 10:30am Mass. You are invited to take a tour of the rectory. Bars and coffee will be served by the ladies Altar Society.

May God Bless You with his generous love.

Thank You, Fr. Asselin

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE

A Blessed and Holy Christmas Season to you! Fact: Although the radio stations have turned off the Christmas music, and many others have “put Christmas

away.” The Catholic Church celebrates the Christmas season until the Baptism of the Lord on Jan 12.

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Help for Hurting MarriagesRetrouvaille is an international, peer-run program that has helped hurting married couples turn the tide, find new hope, and rediscover the love that initially brought them together. A weekend retreat will be held February 7-9, 2020 in Fargo. For more information visit HelpOurMarriage.com Call (701) 356-7962 email us at: redriverretrouvaille@fargodiocese .org Women’s Conference Save the Date: Mar. 27-28, 2020 The conference begins Friday evening, Mar. 27, at the Fargo Avalon Events Center. The Vigil Project will guide you in worshipping Our Lord during Eucharistic Adoration, followed by a social hour. Saturday, Mar. 28, you will gain a new perspective on your femininity in relation to God and others through speakers, as well as Mass with Bishop Folda,

confession, and fellowship with other women. Register by March 1, $50 (after March 1, $75). All food and refreshments included. For more information and registration: fargodiocese.org/ RedeemedWomen Offering Envelopes Have you picked up your offering envelopes for the new year? They are available in the church entryway. Take your box home today. Religious Art Calendars Bring some beautiful artwork into your home for free! 2020 religious art calendars are available in the church entryway. Compliments of Hoven Funeral Home. New Bulletin Format If you are reading this during the homily—STOP! Seriously, if you have any comments, suggestions or ideas for the parish bulletin let us know. Joletta Gusaas does

much of the editing help and is open to hear what you think. Our bulletin is supported by the generous advertisers on the back page. Please show them your support! Parish Website Updated That’s right, we updated our website too! Take a moment to see what St. Helena’s looks like from a drone! If you have any suggestions to make our online presence better, please let us know. sthelenascatholicparish.org Connect with us on FLOCKNOTE We use Flocknote to communicate important information about parish events. Receive text messages or emails, join the groups you want. You can Text to Join. Text the word: Helena to: 84576 or visit: flocknote.com/ sthelena1

NEW CONFESSION SCHEDULE: Saturdays, 1:30-2:30pm in Ellendale (temporary change due to travels to Ashley)

NEWS & EVENTS03

PARISH EVENTS CALENDAR | · 12/31—Holy Day Vigil Mass, 5:15pm (Ellendale) · 1/1—Holy Day Mass, 9:00am (Fullerton) · 1/8—CCD Classes Resume, 6:30pm · 1/25—Retreat for first Reconciliation Students, 10:00am · 1/26—New Parishioners Potluck & Rectory Open

House, following the 10:30 Mass

SPECIAL THANK YOU | A special word of thanks to all who helped decorate our churches for the Christmas season. The flowers, trees and decorations help us to enter into the joy of this holy and blessed season! A Mass will be offered for all of the flower memorials next Sunday. Thank you to everyone who helped with the children’s Christmas programs this year!

TIME TALENT TREASURE 4A PRAYER & WORSHIP 4B

ST HELENA MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday January 5 (8:30 am) Usher Ivan Widhalm

Collection Rick Ulmer

Lector Aaron Tschosik

EMHC Darell Wall

Gift Bearers Matt & Michele Thorpe Family

Altar Servers Levi, Samuel, Isaiah R., Riley T.

St. Helena Breakfast Servers Dec. 29 Knights of Columbus

Jan. 5 Phyllis Z., Ethan, Anton, Isaiah, Ivan C.

WEEKLY GIVING Sunday, December 15 Adult $780.00

Children’s $38.50

Plate $7.00

Total $825.50

Thank you for your generosity!

ST. PATRICK MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday January 5 (10:30 am) Lector Kayce O.

Gift Carriers Denny & Virginia H.

Altar Servers Kate, Alivia

For the Month of January Breakfast Server Pat Glynn, Layna Gramlow

Collection Counters Allen Glynn, Alan Gramlow

Church Cleaners Geri, Ruby, Faye

Altar Society Meeting None this month

Advertiser of the Week Z’s Fresh Market & Deli

Thank your for supporting our bulletin!

God’s Gift Appeal 2019 Growing Together in Holiness Report as of 12/6/19 St. Helena: $12,653: 80% of goal; 36% participation St. Patrick: $10,600: 203% of goal; 45% participation Please consider making a donation if you have

not already done so. Thank you.

WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS Tue. Dec 31 (Holy Day Vigil) 5:15 pm (St. H) Cathy & Mike Becker

Wed. Jan 1 (Holy Day) 9:00 am (St. P) For the Parishioners

Thu. Jan 2 8:00 am (St. H) †Glenn Graves

9:00 am (St. P) No Mass

Fri. Jan 3 8:00 am †Jared Gusaas

Sat. Jan 4 7:00 pm †Juliet Kelly Parten

Sun. Jan 5 8:30 am (St. H) For the Parishioners

10:30 am (St. P) Christmas Flower Memorials

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for December

The Future of the Very Young That every country take the measures

necessary to prioritize the future of the very young, especially those who are suffering.

Please Pray ...for all who are sick, elderly or alone

Sara Monroe, Jack Kelsh, Joanne Brokaw, Loretta Dingwall, Linda Siro, Cindy Kelly Heupel, Edna Scherman, Deacon James & Val Hunt, Carla Engelstad, Susan Lacina, Richard Rodlund.

If you or someone you know would like to be added to, or removed from this list please call the parish office.

Extending our Prayers and Sympathies To Deneen Monette and her family at the loss of her father, Francis "Sonny" Brunelle. May he rest in eternal peace.

TIME TALENT TREASURE 4A PRAYER & WORSHIP 4B

ST HELENA MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday January 5 (8:30 am) Usher Ivan Widhalm

Collection Rick Ulmer

Lector Aaron Tschosik

EMHC Darell Wall

Gift Bearers Matt & Michele Thorpe Family

Altar Servers Levi, Samuel, Isaiah R., Riley T.

St. Helena Breakfast Servers Dec. 29 Knights of Columbus

Jan. 5 Phyllis Z., Ethan, Anton, Isaiah, Ivan C.

WEEKLY GIVING Sunday, December 15 Adult $780.00

Children’s $38.50

Plate $7.00

Total $825.50

Thank you for your generosity!

ST. PATRICK MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday January 5 (10:30 am) Lector Kayce O.

Gift Carriers Denny & Virginia H.

Altar Servers Kate, Alivia

For the Month of January Breakfast Server Pat Glynn, Layna Gramlow

Collection Counters Allen Glynn, Alan Gramlow

Church Cleaners Geri, Ruby, Faye

Altar Society Meeting None this month

Advertiser of the Week Z’s Fresh Market & Deli

Thank your for supporting our bulletin!

God’s Gift Appeal 2019 Growing Together in Holiness Report as of 12/6/19 St. Helena: $12,653: 80% of goal; 36% participation St. Patrick: $10,600: 203% of goal; 45% participation Please consider making a donation if you have

not already done so. Thank you.

WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS Tue. Dec 31 (Holy Day Vigil) 5:15 pm (St. H) Cathy & Mike Becker

Wed. Jan 1 (Holy Day) 9:00 am (St. P) For the Parishioners

Thu. Jan 2 8:00 am (St. H) †Glenn Graves

9:00 am (St. P) No Mass

Fri. Jan 3 8:00 am †Jared Gusaas

Sat. Jan 4 7:00 pm †Juliet Kelly Parten

Sun. Jan 5 8:30 am (St. H) For the Parishioners

10:30 am (St. P) Christmas Flower Memorials

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for December

The Future of the Very Young That every country take the measures

necessary to prioritize the future of the very young, especially those who are suffering.

Please Pray ...for all who are sick, elderly or alone

Sara Monroe, Jack Kelsh, Joanne Brokaw, Loretta Dingwall, Linda Siro, Cindy Kelly Heupel, Edna Scherman, Deacon James & Val Hunt, Carla Engelstad, Susan Lacina, Richard Rodlund.

If you or someone you know would like to be added to, or removed from this list please call the parish office.

Extending our Prayers and Sympathies To Deneen Monette and her family at the loss of her father, Francis "Sonny" Brunelle. May he rest in eternal peace.

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