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Pastor - Fr. John Kunz
Mass Schedule - Saturday Vigil: 5:15 pm • Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:00 am
Reconciliation - Saturday: 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm
November 10, 2019 Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Luke 20:27-38 [27, 34-38]
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Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 10, 2019
PARISH CONTACTS PARISH OFFICE: 507-625-3131
PARISH STAFF
Pastor Fr. John Kunz
Pastoral Care Associate/Parish Administrator Mike Logeais
Director of Liturgy/Music Jaci James [email protected] Faith Formation Coordinator Kelly Huber
Faith Formation Assistant Mary Hudson [email protected]
Administrative Assistant/Communications Michelle Lemyre [email protected]
Administrative Assistant/Data Susan Durbala [email protected]
Building & Grounds Maintenance Jon Fitterer [email protected]
Seminarian/Confirmation Director Ezra Lippert [email protected]
CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Loyola Catholic School 507-388-0600
Website - www.loyolacatholicschool.org
LOYOLA AMBASSADORS ST. JOHN’S PARISH
Beth Johnson 507-388-6212
CALVARY CEMETERY Terry Miller
Office 507-387-5784 Cell 507-995-1010
ST. JOHN’S ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCILS
Pastoral Leadership Team:
Dan Hansen Jaci James
John Fell Jennifer Hatkin
Christopher Meehan Kelly Huber
Mairin Bierer Ezra Lippert
Finance Council:
Kelsie Davis Beth Baker
James Loaney Lucas Schaefer
Mike Burkhardt Pat Kruger
Gerald Hicks Mike Spellacy
Nicole Goebel
Parish Trustees:
Jim Swanson
Najwa Massad
MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, November 11 - Wis 1:1-7; Lk 17:1-6
8:15 am – Communion Service
Tuesday, November 12– Wis 2:23, 3:9; Lk 17:7-10
8:15 am – Jack Koch†, Tom & Dan Wieskus†,
Margaret Hiller†, Joan Kellen†
Wednesday, November 13 – Wis 6:1-11; Lk 17:11-19
8:15 am – John & Magdalene Maloney†, Joan Kellen†,
Lucile Klebel†, Anne Mrotz†
Thursday, November 14 Wis 7:22b-8:1; Lk 17:20-25
8:15 am – Communion Service
Friday, November 15 – Wis 13:1-9; Lk 17:26-37
8:15 am – Sally Maloney†, Pat Norris†,
Scott & Mary Baynes†, Joan Kellen†
Saturday, November 16 – Wis 18:14-16; 19:6-9; Lk 18:1-8 5:15 pm – In Reparation for our sins!,
Teresa & William McGuire†, Delores Reuter†,
Vean Roth in honor of her 99th birthday
Sunday, November 17 – Mal 3:19-20a; 2 Thes 3:7-12; Lk 21:5-19 8:00 am – Nancy Dirks†, Parishioners of St. John’s,
John Glynn†, Tony & Alice Rotchadl†, Clair Haefner†
10:00 am – Katherine Thro Frost†, LaVona Schmidt†,
James Studer†, Delores Reuter†
From the Pastor
We have prayed this week for Voca-
tions—following God’s call each day of
our lives. Some of us have lived a call
for many years—whether to Marriage,
Priesthood, Single or Religious life. Some are dis-
cerning one of those callings even now. Ezra Lippert
has been with us for almost 6 months during his jour-
ney of discernment about the priestly calling. We
have a chance this weekend to hear him, and our
prayers are with him. May each of us continue to
strengthen ourselves in responding to God’s call.
Peace,
Father John
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THANK YOU
The St. John’s Men’s Club wishes to thank all those who at-
tended our Annual Chicken Dinner on October 26. Many
thanks to those who donated to our parish programs and the
many workers who helped make this meal a success. Your
suggestions are always appreciated.
ST. JOHN’S BOOK CLUB
The Book Club will meet on Wednesday, November 20th at
1:30 pm in the St. John’s Library. New members are always
welcome. The book we will be discussing this month is “A
Lesson Before Dying” by Ernest J. Gaines. If you have any
questions, please call Anita Maki at 507-386-1395.
DO YOU PROVIDE CARE FOR A LOVED ONE?
Call now to sign-up for a free workshop. Participants learn
practical skills proven to reduce stress, communicate more
effectively, improve self-care, make effective decisions and
access community resources for caregivers. A workshop
sponsored by Catholic Charities of Southern MN, will meet
six Tuesdays, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. beginning Nov. 5th at
Catholic Charities Mankato office located at 201 N. Broad St,
Suite 100. For more information or to register, contact Mary
at Catholic Charities, 507-387-5586, ext. 3 or
[email protected]. Class size is limited, so REGISTER
EARLY!
SIMON MINISTRY CHRISTMAS
As a centrally located downtown parish, St. John the Baptist
Catholic Church partners with St. Joseph the Worker to minis-
ter to the poor, unemployed and those in need. On December
5th, Simon Ministry will be having a Christmas party for our
guests at St. John’s Church. We will offer a lunch and a
chance to shop for themselves or someone in their family. We
are asking for new, unwrapped gifts for mostly men and wom-
en. Suggested Items are: heavy socks, long/short sleeved
T-shirts, sweatshirts, flannel shirts, lounge flannel pants, warm
gloves—men/women in sizes L, XL, XXL. Other items ap-
preciated are bath towels, light blankets and backpacks.
Collection baskets will be placed in the back of the church.
Donations are needed by DECEMBER 1st.
ST. JOHN’S NEWS THE WEEK AHEAD Monday, November 11
Word & Communion Service – 8:15 AM – Church
CCW meeting – 3:30 PM – John Paul II room
Spirit Singers – 5:00 PM – St. Elizabeth room
Tuesday, November 12
Sunrise AA Meeting – 6:30 AM - Matthews Hall
Daily Mass – 8:15 AM – Church
Staff Meeting – 9:00 AM – Marian room
Hope-Grief Ministry – 5:15 PM - John Paul II room
Wednesday, November 13
Daily Mass – 8:15 AM - Church
Legion of Mary – 9:00 AM – Marian room
Journey Through Grief – 9:30 AM – John Paul II room
Choir for Christ – 5:15 PM – St. Elizabeth room
Walk through of the Mass – 6:00 PM - Church
Thursday November 14
Communion Service – 8:15 AM - Church
Simon Ministry – 10:30 AM – Matthews Hall
Laurels Peak Mass – 3:00 PM – Laurels Peak
Pre-Jordan – 6:00 PM - Narthex
Bible Study – 6:30 PM – John Paul II room
SJ Men’s Club – 7:00 PM - Library
Friday, November 15
Al-Anon – 6:30 AM – Parish Library
Early Risers AA – 6:30 AM – Matthews Hall
Daily Mass – 8:15 AM - Church
Saturday, November 16
Mass – 5:15 PM – Confirmation Mass
with St. James & Madelia - Church
Sunday, November 17
Mass – 8:00 AM – Church
Mass – 10:00 AM – Church
FLOWERS FOR MARY
DONATED FOR WEEK OF
NOVEMBER 9/10
Donated by Fred Muellerleile
In honor of Dixie Muellerleile’s 88th Birthday
Diocese Weekly Televised Mass Schedule: KTTW Channel 7 (Sioux Falls) at 6:30am KEYC Channel 12 (Mankato) at 7:30amKEYC-DT, Digital Channel 12.2 or Charter Channel 19 (Mankato) at 9:30am KAAL Channel 6 (Rochester) at 9:00am WKBT Channel 8 (LaCrosse) at 7:30am
ATTENTION ALL SIMON MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS
The monthly Simon Ministry meeting will be held on
November 21st at noon. Planning for the annual Christmas
party will be on the agenda. Please plan to attend.
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SACRAMENTS SACRAMENTS OF THE CHURCH
Baptism - To prepare your child for Baptism, it is essential
that parents participate in Pre-Jordan preparation.
Marriage - Contact the parish office 1 year in advance of
wedding date. Marriage prep is required.
Becoming Catholic - If you or someone you know are in-
terested in becoming Catholic or have questions about the
process (Christian Initiation), please contact the parish
office.
Sacrament of the Sick - Anointing
If you have a serious illness, are facing hospitalization
and/or surgery, please contact the parish office to arrange
to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
LOYOLA NEWS Wired to the Heart, Diamonds and Denim Gala: Friday,
November 15 in the MSU Ballroom. For tickets and infor-
mation visit www.wiredtotheheart.com
Enrollment is always open at Loyola. Contact
[email protected] or 507.388.0615 for
more information. 103 new students this year PS-12 grade.
Loyola is always looking for substitutes for teaching,
paraprofessionals and facilities. Contact Angela Casteel if
you are interested. [email protected] or
507.388.0615
Loyola will soon be offering bus service to some of our
students outside of the District 77 bus routes. We are seek-
ing a bus driver for the morning route, with the potential of
adding shifts. No special license needed. For more infor-
mation, please contact Trudi Clements, 507-388-0606.
Please prayerfully consider a planned gift to Loyola Catho-
lic School when choosing your legacy.
THANK YOU to all who send us Box Tops for Educa-
tion, Hy-Vee receipts. Your parish support makes all we
do, learn, and celebrate at Loyola possible.
Leading through Faith, Academic Excellence, and Service.
Those who have entered eternal life…
Faye Michaletz
who passed away October 30, 2019
Claire Bulawski
Who passed away November 4, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to their families
Mass Times at other local area Catholic Churches*
Holy Rosary 525 Grant Ave., N. Mankato
Mass times: Saturday 5:00 pm; Sunday 8:00 am and 10:00 am
St. Joseph the Worker 423 W. 7th St., Mankato
Mass times: Saturday 5:00 pm; Sunday 10:30 am
Tuesday, Wednesday 12:05 pm
Saints Peter and Paul 105 N. 5th St., Mankato
Mass times: Saturday 8:00 am & 5:00 pm; Sunday 7:30 am, 9:30
am and 11:30 am, & 1:00 pm in Spanish; Monday-Friday 7:00 am
St. Thomas More Newman Center 1502 Warren Street
Mass Times: Sunday 11:30 am Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00 pm
*Mass times are subject to change. Please check with the individual churches for further information.
When Life Hurts, There Is Help.
Call Catholic Charities for confidential, caring counsel-
ing services. Most types of insurance are accepted and
a sliding fee is available for those without insurance.
Visit us at wwww.ccsomn.org or call 507-387-5586
Gabrielle Amelia Lee Dubbelde
Baptized: November 3, 2019
Parents: Nic & Crystal Dubbelde
Kaidyn Charles Lamp
Isaiah Carter Lamp
Baptized: November 10, 2019
Parents: Peter & Samantha Seiler
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILREN
Upcoming local Virtus training session for volunteers
and adults who will have contact with the youth in our
parish through our programs:
December 4—Loyola Catholic Schools in Mankato
Preregistration is required. You may Preregister at:
www.virtusonline.org
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FAITH FORMATION
St. John’s Prayer Network— To submit a prayer request, please call:
Sandy Roberts 387-1372 Email: Pastoral Care Associate at:
LEGION OF MARY
Do you want to learn more about your Catholic faith?
Do you want to deepen your prayer life? Do you want to
develop close Catholic friendships and grow closer to
Jesus and His Mother? The Legion of Mary at St. John’s
is seeking to welcome new members. We meet from 9-
10:30 AM each Wednesday morning in the Marian
Room. Come as a guest to a Legion of Mary meeting and
see what we are about. There is no obligation and we are
excited to share what we do with you. Questions? Call
Pat at 507-388-7756, or Dennis at 507-327-6856.
Diocese of Winona-Rochester -
Child Sexual Abuse Policy Information
The Diocese of Winona-Rochester will provide a
prompt, appropriate and compassionate response to
reporters of sexual abuse of a child by any diocesan
agent (employees, volunteers, vendors, religious or
clergy). Anyone wishing to make a report of an alle-
gation of sexual abuse should call the Victim Assis-
tance Coordinator at 507-454-2270, Extension 255. A
caller will be asked to provide his or her name and
telephone number. Individuals are also encouraged to
take their reports directly to civil authorities. The Dio-
cese of Winona-Rochester is committed to protecting
children, young people and other vulnerable people in
our schools, parishes and ministries. The diocesan
policy is available on the diocesan web site at
www.dowr.org under the Safe Environment Program.
If you have any questions about the Diocese of
Winona's implementation of the Charter for the Pro-
tection of Children and Young People, please contact
Mary Hamann, at 507-858-1244, or
12 DAY EUROPE & OBERAMMERGAU PILGRIMAGE
July 6-17, 2020
The price for this trip is $4,390 per person from Minneapolis.
The price includes roundtr ip air fare from Minneapolis, 2
meals a day, first class hotels and tips to guides and drivers.
The spiritual directors for this trip are: Fr. Michael Cronin,
pastor at St. Mary’s Parish, and Fr. James Burns, President
of St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. For more information,
contact Fr. Michael Cronin by phone at 507-452-5656, or by
email at: [email protected]
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PEACE THROUGH PLANNING: Experience “Peace through Planning”
Death comes to each of us. Often we have very little fore-
warning or control over the circumstances of our dying.
Planning for these end times is a gentle way of being sup-
portive of our loved ones who, while grieving our dying,
must also try to make a peaceful, orderly, and spiritual
transition to living without us.
If you or a loved one are facing final illness, death, and
funeral planning, or you just want to prepare for that un-
known day when you will be called home, ease the bur-
den by picking up a “Peace through Planning” booklet.
This guide is available at any time in the parish office and
is designed to make the planning for end times a logical
step in the life of a responsible and caring adult.
LOW-GLUTEN COMMUNION: If you must main-
tain a low-gluten diet, we offer a low-gluten consecrated
host for communion. Follow the communion procession
line where you see the Minister wearing “LOW-
GLUTEN” necklace (in front of ambo/lectern).
DIFFICULTY APPROACHING THE ALTAR: If you
or someone you know has difficulty approaching the altar
to receive communion, please notify an usher as he/she
assists those in your row to the communion procession. A
Minister of Holy Communion will be happy to come to
you with the Eucharist.
Children’s Envelopes/Offering $ 87.77
Money Counters:
November 11—Team 4
November 18—Team 1
November 25—Team 2
FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
LITURGICAL CORNER
HEARING ASSISTANCE: Do you have a hard time
hearing at Mass? Contact an Usher before mass to arrange
for use of one of our LISTEN sound devices that will clarify
and enhance your listening experience. You can continue to
wear your hearing aid with the device if you prefer. You will
need to provide your name and phone number for us.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS
Our parish has been very generous in donating food to
families in need at Thanksgiving. Your generosity is
appreciated! But did you know…
*We struggle to identify those families with needs…
perhaps because pride prevents them from admitting their
need for help. As a result, a majority of the food that is
donated to us at Thanksgiving is given to Echo Food Shelf.
*We are also aware of other local organizations that also
provide food baskets at Thanksgiving. Other churches,
Loyola School and Echo Food Shelf are some examples.
*Our faith calls us to help those in need, and we don’t
want to stop that generous giving from happening.
*We have been successful building collaboration and work-
ing together to accomplish things. An example is our Con-
nections Ministry, where we partner with members of the
Episcopal church across the street from us to help the
homeless. Because of that success, we are able to do more.
*Parishioner Jane Kohler is a Board Member of the Echo
Food Shelf. Through discussions, a decision has been made
to partner with the Echo Food Shelf to provide Thanks-
giving Baskets to those families in need, not only in our
parish, but in the greater community as well.
*We ask you to continue to be a generous giver and bring
your food donations to our church. We will remain a col-
lection site. Any family who needs help at Thanksgiving
with food needs can contact the parish office or the Echo
Food Shelf. People wishing to volunteer their time for this
effort are asked to contact Mike Logeais in the parish of-
fice. ECHO's Thanksgiving program runs from November
18-22.
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LITURGICAL MINISTERS AREA NEWS
November 16/17
Musicians
5:15 pm – Jaci J / Tom & Lisa B / LIT Music
8:00 am – Jeanne M / Spirit Singers
10:00 am – Joyce K or Jaci K / Kristin B
Eucharistic Ministers
5:15 pm – John Fell, Paul Gaspar, Julie Kunz, Glenda Land-
steiner, Phyllis Maloney, Thomas Rogness, Laura Schulte,
Paul Stevens
8:00 am – Massaad Chahine, Teresa Depuydt, Susan Dur-
bala, Chuck Frost, Nicole Goebel, Cindy Hanson, Chad &
Martha Witte
10:00 am – Jeff & Laurie Barnett, Mike Burkhardt, Julia
Corbett, Mike Coughlan, Dan & Sandi Fogal, Monica Wag-
ner
Lector
5:15 pm – Sheila Skilling, Paul Gaspar
8:00 am – Terri Prange, Pat Sullivan
10:00 am – Brian Jones, Marsha Murphy
Sacristan
5:15 pm – Don Lingen
8:00 am – Sheri Fedson
10:00 am – Jeanne Atkinson
Servers
5:15 pm – Bria Baumgard, Jonathan Bergquist
8:00 am – Jan Hughes, Collin & Charlotte Kirschner
10:00 am – Autumn Barta, Lola Jones, Julia Roering
Ministers of Hospitality
5:15 pm – Team 1
8:00 am – Team 5
10:00 am - Team 9
Weekly EM (November 11-15)
Jim Shaw
Laurel’s Peak Service – (November 14)
Jane Jans, Elaine Koch
ATTENTION LECTORS:
If you would like to reserve a new Year A (2020-starts
Nov 30) Workbook for Lectors, please call 625-3131,
email [email protected], or text 507-382-5356
Jaci in the Liturgy Office. Your cost is $5. They will be
available for pick-up soon.
BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN
If you haven’t returned your baby bottle or made your
donation, please get them in soon! Your donation sup-
ports the Mother & Child Assistance Fund and is spon-
sored by the Diocese and Catholic Charities. Please
return them to the parish office.
INTERESTED IN ADOPTION?
Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota has been plac-
ing children in adoptive homes since 1943. We offer a
complete Domestic Infant Adoption program and offer
home studies for International and Designated Adoptions.
Call our office at 507-387-5586, ext.2 to schedule an
Adoption Information Meeting to learn about the process
and to get all your questions answered. More information
available at www.ccsomn.org.
GRIEF & THE HOLIDAYS
Creating a Holiday Keepsake Create a special keep-
sake in remembrance of your loved one. Laura Doyen,
from Design and Wine, will provide supplies and simple
instructions to complete a wood pallet. Four designs and
two pallet sizes to choose from. Light refreshments
served. NOTE: There is a fee for this session. 7” x 7” is
$10; 12” x 12” is $20. Wednesday, Dec. 4 1:30–3 p.m. or
6:30–8 p.m. Design and Wine 300 Belgrade Ave., North
Mankato To register, call 507-594-2989 by Nov. 29.
Healing Holiday Rituals An educational seminar iden-
tifying ways to cope and remember deceased loved ones
during the holiday season. Each participant will create a
memory keepsake. Light refreshments served. Wednes-
day, Nov. 20 6–7:30 p.m. Madison East Center Commu-
nity Room, Suite 354 1400 Madison Ave., Mankato.
To register, call 507-594-2989
JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF
Journey Through Grief is an 8-week grief group that will
be held from October to mid-December. Participants will
explore the process of grief and healing and find com-
fort in connecting with others who have experienced a
loss. Families and individuals who have experienced the
death of a loved one will meet weekly to share stories,
explore the process of grief and healing and find comfort
in knowing they are not alone. The Mankato group will
meet here at St. John the Baptist on Wednesdays begin-
ning October 30 through December 18, from 10:00 am-
noon. Preregistration is required. Space is limited, so we
ask that attendees preregister ASAP. To register, please
call 507-594-2989 or 1-800-327-3721, ext. 2989 (toll
free)
WOODCARVING ART SHOW
Sister Mary Ann Osborne, SSND, is having an Open
House and Art Showing of her woodcarvings at her stu-
dio in Florian Hall on Good Counsel Hill, on Saturday,
November 16, 2019 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. You will
have the opportunity to purchase handmade, original one-
of-a-kind Christmas gifts.
