Parish Life This Week

Monday, August 10

7:00pm Outreach Committee

7:00pm Commission Meet as needed

Tuesday, August 11 9:00am Liturgy— for Vocations

1:00pm Faith Sharing Group

Wednesday, August 12 12:00pm Peacemakers Lunch drop off

7:00pm Centering Prayer

Thursday, August 13 10:30am Liturgy— For Health Care-givers

(at MFHCC)

2:00pm Reminiscing Ministry

7:00pm Immigration Meeting

Friday, August 14 9:00am Liturgy— Virginia Goddeyne† 7:00pm Mass of Anticipation Assump-

tion—for Justice and Peace

Saturday, August 15 4:30pm Liturgy—Jack Sauser†

Sunday, August 16 8:30am Liturgy—For the Parish

11:00am Liturgy—James Jalas†

Upcoming Events Aug 18 Grief Support Group

Aug 19 St. Ben‘s Meal Program

Aug 22 Corn Roast!

Aug 24 Guest House Shelter

Aug 26 Guest House Shelter

Aug 26 Centering Prayer

Aug 27 Baptism Preparation

OUR MISSION STATEMENT Good Shepherd is a Christian, caring community, nourished by a joyful spirit-filled liturgy that inspires our daily lives. We strive

to welcome, accept and love all people as they are, and through our ministries reach out with active concern to those in need.

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time —August 9, 2009

Welcome To

GOOD SHEPHERD Catholic Church

Menomonee Falls, WI

[What do your Saturdays look like?]

While I was living in Japan, I had the good opportunity of teaching

English to a pretty smart neurosurgeon. As skilled as he was, there was

something he wrote on the whiteboard in his office [a reminder for him and

his staff] that caught my attention: ―Medicine requires lifelong learning.‖

It‘s the same with our faith, don‘t you think? Whatever we learned in

school, at home or in church, there‘s always more to explore, more to ap-

preciate and more to challenge us to grow closer to God.

Here at Good Shepherd, we have a delightful and longstanding tradition of participating in

programs that nurture and encourage adult faith formation. …and there are many opportunities to

do that - here in the parish and beyond. Today, I‘d like to highlight the ―and beyond.‖ See if one or

the other might be calling out to you!

What‘s ‗out there‘?

We‘ve had a number among us who have studied in the past in the Certificate Program at

St. Francis Seminary - an experience that has brought them and us many blessings! With changes

in the archdiocese and the seminary no longer offering this program, Cardinal Stritch University has

stepped up to the plate and created a couple of very fine programs in adult faith formation:

1) The Pentecost Mission, a basic adult religious education program - 8 sessions offered on

Saturday mornings in fall. It covers 8 basic areas of our faith.

2) The Certificate in Lay Ministries – a more intense two-year program offered on Saturdays.

This program is quite similar in scope and content to the seminary‘s certificate program – a kind of

immersion into our faith tradition.

We are fortunate to have the tuition for both of these programs covered by a grant from the

Eschweiler New Century Fund.

One other program, from which a number of us have graduated, is the Spiritual Mentoring

Program, offered through Casa Romero Renewal Center. It also takes place on Saturday. It offers

formation in spirituality and the art of Christian companionship. It is subsidized in part by the

Eschweiler New Century Fund.

What are the expectations?

When I talk to folks to invite them to consider any of these programs, I

am sometimes asked if the parish expects something in return. Simple put,

―No.‖ We believe that the experience in itself is valuable for those who partici-

pate and for us all.

If you are interested or have questions, give me a call.

Jane Clare Ishiguro.

School’s never out!

August 9, 2009 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Food Pantry Needs: Boxed Dinners, Canned Chicken, Beef Stew

Reminiscing Ministry Will all of you enthusiastic volun-

teers who signed up for the Remi-

niscing Ministry please attend a

short meeting on Thursday, August

13 at 2:00 pm in

the chapel? You

will be given your

packets, ID‘s, a

―how to‖ presenta-

tion, and the

answer to any re-

maining questions.

If there are still curious possible vol-

unteers, you are invited too!

Don‘t throw away those large print

Reader’s Digests or any Reminisce

magazines. Our seniors so enjoy

them. Call Dorothy Link at 251-

3054 for more information.

Coming again! The Book Club We will be gathering again to dis-

cuss Joan Chittister‘s book, In

Search of Belief on Thursday eve-

nings in Fall - starting on September

17 – 6:30-8:00 pm in Room 216

(subsequent dates:

Oct. 8 & 22, Nov. 12

and Dec. 10.) Call

the parish office to

register and order the

book (Cost $12) by

Wednesday,

August 19.

GAY and STRAIGHT in CHRIST

Flag your evening of Thursday,

October 22nd for a gourmet Chili

supper and viewing of an informa-

tive and emotional family movie

titled ―Anyone and Everyone‖

What is all this talk about Immi-

gration?

You are welcome to join a group of peo-

ple (Immigration Study Group) who em-

brace justice for all to study and learn

about some of the myths regarding Im-

migrants and Immigration. The next

gathering is August 13th @7pm in the

Christian Formation Room. For more

information, call Barb Messerknecht at

262 – 255 2062.

Opportunities to Grow in Faith Together! Here are two excellent programs being offered by Cardinal Stritch Univer-

sity‘s St. Clare Center for Ministry Formation. Interested parishioners will be

subsidized by our Eschweiler New Century Fund for these programs:

1. Pentecost Mission – a basic adult religious education series –

offered 8 Saturday mornings in Fall (8:30 to 11:45 a.m.) .

2. Certificate in Lay Ministries – a more intense two-year program

offered on Saturdays (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) This program is grounded in the

four formation elements outlined in the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish-

ops‘ document, ―Co-Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord,‖ – intellectual,

spiritual, human and pastoral formation. Both programs start August 29,

2009. For more information call Jane Clare in the parish office.

Preschool Education at an Affordable Price In today‘s economic state, where can you go for a quality, fully accred-

ited preschool at an affordable price? Very close to

home at the Menomonee Falls Preschool Co-op, lo-

cated in Good Shepherd Church. Menomonee Falls

Preschool Co-op is a fully accredited, non-sectarian

and nondiscriminatory preschool that offers quality

preschool education for as little as $3.20 per hour.

The preschool was established in 1964 and is one of

the oldest, most well-respected preschools in the area. Licensed by

the State of Wisconsin, the preschool focuses on enriching and en-

hancing the growth and development of your child‘s physical, emo-

tional, social and intellectual skills. All of our teachers are certified in

Early Childhood Education and have many years of experience. With

limited class sizes, spacious classrooms, and wonderful teachers we

know your child will love their first school experience.

The Menomonee Falls Preschool Co-op is one of the most competi-

tively priced preschools in the area with 3K classes from as little as

$725 per year and 4K classes from as little as $900 per year. As a co

-operative, we can afford to be competitive because of the time, tal-

ents and materials donated by the parents. We truly offer the best

quality education for the lowest price!

For more information, visit www.menomoneefallspreschoolcoop.com

or contact us at (262)251-3550

Feast of the Assumption of Mary

Although not a holyday of obligation this year, the Feast of the Assumption is

still a holyday. Following are the Mass times for the cluster.

Mass Schedule for August 15, 2009, Feast of the Assumption

Good Shepherd Mass of Anticipation, Friday, Aug. 14, 7:00 pm

St. Agnes Saturday, Aug. 15, 9:00 a.m.

St. Anthony None

St. James Saturday, Aug. 15, 9:00 a.m.

St. Mary Saturday, Aug. 15, 9:00 a.m. C

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Good Shepherd Directory N88 W17658 Christman Road

Menomonee Falls, WI 53051-2630 Parish Offices .............................................. (262) 255-2035 Courtesy/Hall Phones .................................. (262) 255-2213 Fax ............................................................... (262) 255-2020 Website ...................................... www.mygoodshepherd.org

Pastoral Team Pastor ............................................................. Kenneth Mich Deacon .................................................... Gene Christensen Deacon ..............................................................Sandy Sites Pastoral Associate ................................ Jane Clare Ishiguro Director, Administrative Services .................... Mark Steimle Director, Liturgy & Music ...................S. Joann Julka, SSSF Administrative Assistant ................... Marguerite Thompson Custodian ................................................. Jerry Podkowinski Liturgical Secretary .................................. Gene Christensen Director, Child Ministry ................................... Lorrie Maples Director, Youth Ministry .............................. Suzanne Foster CF Program Administrative Asst ................ Shari Rodriguez Coordinator of Time & Talent ..................... Shari Rodriguez Pastoral Minister: ....................................... Ann Castiglione Pastoral Care Coordinator .......................... Cheryl Matusiak

Pastoral Council Dave Christensen ............................................. Chairperson Jim Yerger ................................................ Vice Chairperson Jeff Bloedorn......................................................... Secretary Marty Hassenfelt ...................................... Trustee Treasurer Bob Wachowiak ....................................... Trustee Secretary Eric Bloedorn, Tom Dueppen, Beth Gonstead, Steven Grieb, Vivian Hughes, Larry Kolb, Tom Moran, Julie Nolan, Mary Oswald, Patrick Taugher

Team Email Parish Office ............................ goodshepherd@gdinet.com Ann Castiglione ........................... castiglionea@archmil.org Gene Christensen ....................... christenseng@archmil.org Suzanne Foster ................................... sfoster@archmil.org Jane Clare Ishiguro ........................... ishiguroj@archmil.org S. Joann Julka, SSSF............................. julkaj@archmil.org Lorrie Maples ...................................... maplesl@archmil.org Cheryl Matusiak ............................ matusiackc@archmil.org Kenneth Mich ......................................... michk@archmil.org Shari Rodriguez ............................. srodriguez@archmil.org Sandy Sites............................................ sitess@archmil.org Mark Steimle ..................................... steimlem@archmil.org Marguerite Thompson .................. margueritet@archmil.org

For the Hard of Hearing Hearing Assisted Devices available for celebrations and services, see usher for assistance.

Liturgy Schedule Weekend: Saturday 4:30 pm; Sunday 8:30 am & 11:00 am • Childcare (4 & under) during Sunday liturgies in Rm. 219. • Sunday 11:00 am liturgy signed for the deaf. Weekday: Tuesday & Friday 9:00 am; Thursday 10:30 am (at MFHCC, Tamarack, or Northfield Manor); 1st Tuesday 9:00 am (at Messner Manor)

Sacraments Reconciliation: Communal services held in Advent & Lent. Individual confession by appointment with the pastor. Marriage: Preparation begins by calling the pastor no later than 6 months prior to the planned date. Children’s Baptism: Call the pastor to register. Next celebrations are: August 29/30

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults RCIA is a time to consider full membership into the Catholic Faith. Call our office for more information.

Adult Confirmation Call our office if you wish to be confirmed.

Membership Families or individuals over 17 are invited to join our Faith Community! Call the Parish offices.

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Readings for the Week of August 9, 2009

Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:4-8/Eph 4:30---5:2/

Jn 6:41-51

Monday: 2 Cor 9:6-10/Jn 12:24-26

Tuesday: Dt 31:1-8/Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14

Wed: Dt 34:1-12/Mt 18:15-20

Thursday: Jos 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17/

Mt 18:21---19:1

Friday: Jos 24:1-13/Mt 19:3-12

Saturday: Feast of the Assumption: Rv 11:19a;

12:1-6a, 10ab/1 Cor 15:20-27/

Lk 1:39-56

Next Sun: Prv 9:1-6/Eph 5:15-20/Jn 6:51-58

Scripture Readings for Week Vocation Views

"Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received.” (Second

Reading) Worldwide Marriage Encounter can help you strengthen your

Call to marriage. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are

Sept. 18-20 in Rockford, IL; Oct. 9-11 in Madison, WI; Oct. 23-25 in

Benet Lake, WI and Nov. 20-22 in Rockford, IL. Dates fill fast, so register

early. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call

(888) 574-5653. For a Weekend en Espaňol Oct. 9-11, 2009 contact

Hugo & Gaby at 630-690-2094.

CAREGIVER FAMILY RETREAT Are you a caregiver in need of a FREE vacation with your family? Anyone

from Waukesha County who is providing any type of assistance to an

adult 50 years or older is considered a caregiver. We know you are busy

taking care of your friend, neighbor, or family member and we want to

honor YOU!! Come join us for a weekend at Camp Whitcomb-Mason for a

fun filled getaway on beautiful Lake Keesus. Not only will you have some

quality time with your family but you will also meet other caregivers too.

DATES: September 25-26, 2009

Activities may include: Canoeing, Fishing, Archery, Hayride, Night hike,

bon-fire , Archaeology and Cooperative games.

Transportation, Meals, Indoor Lodging, Activities, Respite Care (in home

or at your chosen facility) for your loved ones provided at no cost.

SPACE IS LIMITED so reserve your spot TODAY!!!

For More Information and to Register Call Tammy Hahn at (414) 899-

8672 or e-mail sparks@wi.rr.com. Funded by United Way‘s Caregiver

Initiative Provided by Boys & Girls Club

Kids do say the darndest things! ―Wee Wisdom‖ is a special feature of Catholic Herald Parenting that

gives our readers a chance to share some of those precious, humorous,

insightful gems that come from the mouths of their children or grandchil-

dren. Send us your anecdote and if we use it in a future issue of Catholic

Herald Parenting, we‘ll thank you with a 3-month subscription to your

Catholic Herald newspaper. Submit entries to ―Wee Wisdom, Catholic

Herald Parenting, PO Box 070913, Milwaukee, WI, 53207-0913 or by

email: www.chnonline@archmil.org.

The Divine Presence is often

symbolized in the use of bread,

wine, water, oil, candles, fire

and light. Each of us must be a

sign/symbol of God’s presence.

Why don’t you give it a try?

ATTENTION YOUTH!!

Look for information about an upcoming trip to

Great America before school starts. Friends are welcomed!

Un/under-employed Gathering A group of parishioners, cluster

members and LARCUM members

gathered at Good Shepherd on July

14th for an exploration around the

needs of those unemployed or un-

deremployed. It was decided to

meet monthly

at this time

and keep in

touch via

email in-

between. All

interested par-

ties are invited

to participate. The next gathering

is on August 12, 7pm, in the

chapel (south entrance) and will

serve as ongoing support for those

who are struggling with employ-

ment issues.

Call to Action Conference

2009 If you are interested in attending

the Call to Action Conference in

Milwaukee “Everyone at the Table:

Rejoicing as People of God‖– Nov.

6-8, call Jane Clare by September

1st.

For a group of five or more, the

cost for the full conference is

$160. There will be some very

good presenters – among them

Edwina Gateley, Roy Bourgeois,

Dianne Bergant, CSA and Clarissa

Pinkola Estes. Go to

www.cta-usa.org/conference for

more information.

Would you like to help?

As noted above, the Parish Family Corn roast celebration is on Saturday, Au-

gust 22, following the 4:30 Outdoor Mass. This is another parish-wide family

get-together where you‘ll enjoy live music, great food and fellowship plus

games for both kids and grown-ups! You can still offer to help with the activity

of your choice by signing up at both entrances. Baked treats can be brought

to the kitchen on Friday or Saturday morning.

Sweet Corn - Brats - Turkey Brats - Frankfurters Desserts - Beverages

Please Bring a Baked Dessert to Share Bring Your Own Lawnchairs We celebrate Rain or Shine!

All Are Invited!

Many hands, light work? Come, help us paint around the building! Some people serve on parish commissions and committees that carry out the func-

tions of a parish on a year in and year out basis. Other people prefer short term in-

volvements—a commitment of time and energy that is over in a definable amount of

time. If you are this second kind of a person here is an opportunity for you----

There are a few areas of the parish building that could use some freshening-up

through a fresh coat of paint. A parishioner is donating the paint; now we need the

hands to put it on the wall. You‘ve painted at home or maybe even as a professional;

we‘re trying to get a group together –as the old German saying goes ―many hands

make light work‖.

One ambitious project is to paint Daniels Hall, so we need your willing hands.

Please call the parish office this week!!! Thanks!