This Week at St. Therese
PARISH CONTACT INFORMATION Pastor: Fr. David Stevens .………………………….….. [email protected] Rectory Phone ……………………………….…..………………………. 214-0321 Deacon: Harold Pardew …………………………………….…………………… 338-2433 Parish Minister: Shirley Donnelly ……...…………………... [email protected] Finance Manager: Heidi Solem………………………………[email protected] Children’s Ministries: Bridget Dahlin …………….…..….. [email protected] Youth Ministries: Stephany Anderson ………....………….. [email protected] RCIA Director: Doug Debelak …………….…………………….... [email protected] Music Coordinator: Hannah Johnson ….……………[email protected] Maintenance: Jim Mergen ……………...…………………………………….… 338-2433 St. Lambert School: Colleen Davis ………………….……………... [email protected] Bulletin Submission :……...……………………………………[email protected]
August 14th, 2016 · 20th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Parish Mission Statement: Formed as people of God,
Called as a community of faith, Guided by Saint Therese,
Committed to caring for God’s whole family.
MASS TIMES Weekend Saturday: 4:00pm Sunday: 8:30 & 11:00am Daily Refer to schedule on back
CONFESSIONS Saturday: 3:00pm Weekdays: Refer to schedule on back Also by appointment
PARISH MEMBERSHIP Contact Shirley at 338-2433
PARISH OFFICE Pastor: Fr. David Stevens Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm Friday 8am-Noon Phone: (605) 338-2433 Fax: (605) 339-2203 Website: www.st-therese.ws
PARISH SCHOOL - ST. LAMBERT Phone: (605) 338-7042 Website: www.sfcss.org
PRAYER REQUESTS Contact Shirley at 338-2433 or email [email protected]
Sioux Falls Catholic Schools
SFCS Position Openings for 2015-16 Year: If interested in a position, please contact Human Resources at 605-575-3350. All positions posted on web site: www.sfcss.org SFCS Certificates: STOP before you SHOP! Remember as you start your back to
school shopping, don't forget to get SFCS certificates before you shop. We have over 40 ven-
dors and you earn tuition credit with each purchase! Certificates are available at the SFCS
Business Office, parish offices and after Mass on the weekends.
St. Lambert School News: Ms. Colleen Davis, Principal For a tour of the school or questions about PK-6th grade registration, call Jenni Struck in admissions at 575-3358. School begins August 22nd.
St. Lambert School
Youth Announcements
901 N. Tahoe Trail · Sioux Falls, SD 57110
St. Therese Youth T-Shirt Design Contest
Start your engines! Ready… set… DESIGN! Come
to the Youth Table and pick up a contest form for
all the official guidelines. Then get creative!
Religious Education Giving Tree The back-to-school season is HERE! Can you help
supply some of the needs of our K-5 and 6-12
grade Faith Formation programs? Just stop by
the shopping cart in the gathering space, choose
an ‘apple’ or ‘leaf’ from the basket, and pick up
the needed item while you’re out and about . Items can be
returned to the shopping cart throughout the month of Au-
gust! Thank you for your help and support of our programs!
Faith Formation Class: Registration Weekends August 13/14, August 20/21, August 27/28
Pick up a registration packet after Mass
Registrations due by noon on Friday, September 2nd
Late fee applies for registrations received after Sept. 2nd
I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!
Frolicking Family Fun at the Fall Festival: October 2 We’re lookin’ to rustle up some muscle for our AWESOME Fall Festival
Games and we think you are just what we are looking for! There are lots
of ways for you and your family to take part and volunteer during this
special once-a-year event. We will need a morning set up crew, after-
noon clean-up crew, game ticket sellers and each game needs a cou-
ple volunteers during the festival itself. We will have some
awesome games and each shift is about 90 minutes long.
Come early and enjoy the great food and fun and then clock
in for your shift –OR- volunteer early and stay to play. If
you can help with a shift please contact Bridget (bridget@st-
therese.ws) or Stephany ([email protected]) or call 338-2433.
Sun 14 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM Rosary Lead by the Knights of Columbus
8:30 AM Mass: St. Therese Parish
10:30 AM Rosary Lead by the Knights of Columbus
11:00 AM Mass: Deceased family member of Vern & Mary FriesMon 15 Solemnity of the Assumption
6:30 PM Mass: St. Therese ParishOutdoor Rosary following Mass
Tue 16 4:30 PM Confessions (or by appointment)5:30 PM Mass: Matt Snyder (d) Dave & Rita Timmer
Wed 17 7:45 AM Morning Prayer
8:00 AM Mass: Irene Daniels (d) Lacasse Family
Thu 18 4:30 PM Confessions (or by appointment)
5:30 PM Mass: Maxinne Dhaemers (d) Tom Dhaemers
Fri 19 7:00 AM Mass: Rebekah Spader (d)
7:30 AM Morning Prayer
Sat 20 9:00 AM Mass: St. Therese Benefactors
3:00 PM Confessions (or by appointment)
3:30 PM Rosary Lead by the Knights of Columbus
4:00 PM Mass: Doug Carlson (d) Evonne Weber & Betty Brunner
Sun 21 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM Rosary Lead by the Knights of Columbus
8:30 AM Mass: Irene Daniels (d) Tom Dhaemers
10:30 AM Rosary Lead by the Knights of Columbus
11:00 AM Mass: Parishioners of St. Therese
Mass
Time
Altar
Servers
1-Gift Bearers
2-GreetersLectors Ushers
4:00 Jaden Feterl M. Anderson D. Feterl T. Leonard J.Middlebrook
PM C. Faundeen &Family T. Tatone
Sat A. Heitkamp
8:30 M. Lacasse T. Behnke A. Smit 1).C. Libby K. Cross A. Buchholz
AM M. Lu D. Buchholz R. Smit & Family B. Lockwood V. Myers
Sun T. Buchholz S. Drew 2) T. Dahle T. Toal
D. Doorn 2) S. Drew R. Voeller
11:00 J. Anders J. Anders 1) D. Geiver & E. Whalen S. Goetz
AM B. Backer C. Anderson Family M. Weber
Sun B. Goetz 2) S. King R. Weber
2) J. Waterbury J. Zutz
Ministries for the Weekend of August 20th & 21st
Eucharistic Ministers
From Father David... Good Sunday to all! I have come to set the earth on fire, and
how I wish it were already blazing! What a strange desire Our Lord has
that we hear in Luke 12! What a wonderful action that Jesus is setting in
place if only we understand it. As we know if we are above a certain age,
fire is dangerous. Remember Smokey the Bear (Only you can prevent a
forest fire!)? Did your mother tell you like mine did to me, “Don’t play
with matches?” So what is Jesus getting at?
The grace of God is a fire that purifies and strengthens. How we
need the fire of the Holy Spirit here at St. Therese Parish and throughout
the world. Now is the time for Catholics to burn with love and mercy in a
harsh world. The American culture is waiting for Catholic families to
burn with the fire of God’s presence, healing for marriages, encourage-
ment for young people struggling to live faith. The Holy Spirit burns
away all the nonsense found in the constant chatter of the social media,
making room for the truth of God’s Word and voice.
A fire is dangerous, no doubt. So is the Holy Spirit. My prayer
for this week is that we will invite into our hearts this Divine Fire. May
He enflame our hearts so that our mediocrity and laziness in faith may
become white hot with the Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ. How full
would be the pews and religious education classrooms of St. Therese if
we would fan this flame. Come, Holy Spirit, enkindle the flame of Your
love in our hearts.
FR. DAVID P.S. Let me take a moment to do a “shout out” to the Lord for a wonder-
ful and successful Vacation Bible School…for the great volunteers…
parents and grandparents who brought the kids to have fun and grow their
relationship with Jesus Christ.
Parish Announcements Community Events
Knights of Columbus News
The Knights will be leading the Rosary 30 minutes before all
weekend Masses during the month of August
Bishop's Charity Golf Classic (August 29 - Noon Shotgun Start) The Bishop’s Charity Golf Classic is played on two championship golf courses and all of the proceeds benefit Broom Tree Retreat and Conference Center. Register today at www.ccfesd.org. The Broom Tree Banquet, previously held the night before the Bishop’s Charity Golf Classic has been replaced by the Legacy: A Beer and Wine Experience. This fol-lows on the popularity of the Legacy of Beer during the Diocese of Sioux Falls 125th Legacy Event last year. You will receive one ticket to the Legacy: A Beer and Wine Experience event with every individual golf registration.
Welcome New Parishioners: Meghan Seitz and her daughter McKinley
CENTENNIAL CORNER: It’s Here! The St. Therese Logo wear
is in. If you were not able to pick it up after mass last week-
end call me and we can arrange a time, Dean Lipetzky (605)
728-3770. Did you miss out on the opportunity to order St.
Therese logo wear items? Don’t worry, we will be taking or-
ders again at the “Feast with St. Therese” on October 2nd.
Register today for the 2nd ANNUAL FAITH & BUSINESS CONFERENCE in Sioux Falls on Thursday, August 18th from 11-5:30 PM. The conference is for men and women of faith in business and conference speakers will provide a practical reflection on living an integrated life where faith and business are complimentary and not contradictory. We will look at how faith is practically expressed in the life of a business person and how we can take Sunday into Monday! Register on online at www.cmbfsf.org. The cost is only $50. Contact Joe Rut-ten at [email protected] for more information.
Year of Mercy Resources: The Office of Discipleship & Evangelization has compiled a list of resources to help you and your parish celebrate the Holy Year of Mercy. Please visit www.sfdiscipleship/yearofmercyresources to view the list.
--Catholic Family Services invites you to join our Living with Chronic Illness group. This is
an educational supportive group that meets the first Tuesday of each month from 1- 3p.m. for
those living with chronic illness and
their care givers at St. Lambert Parish, 1000 S. Bahnson Ave., Sioux Falls. Our next meetings
will be August 2 and September 6. For details please call Margie at Catholic Family Services,
605-988-3775.
--Grieving the Loss From Homicide- August 2-September 6, a six week program held Tues-
days, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dr. Marcie Moran presents this program for adults who have lost a
loved one from the crime of a murder. This loss has a unique intensity that requires special
and educational assistance toward adjustment. Catholic Family Services, 523 N. Duluth Ave.,
Sioux Falls. To register or questions please call 605-988-3775 or [email protected].
--GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE Weekend Non-Denominational Retreat for
adults who have lost a loved one and are trying to understand and reconcile their grief. Fri-
day, September 9, 7 p.m. through noon Sunday at Broom Tree Retreat Center, Irene, SD.
Directed by Dr. Marcie Moran – 605- 988-3775, 800-700-7867 or [email protected] for
more information or to register. Registrations limited.
--The Catholic’s DIVORCE SURVIVAL Guide- Falls Session begins September 14 at St
Mary School, 2001 S 5th Ave, Sioux Falls. Sessions are held on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-
8:30. Cost of $45 per person includes a “Personal Survival Guide”, refreshments and all ma-
terials for 6 weeks. For information or to register contact Margi at Catholic Family Services,
605-988-3775 [email protected]. Scholarships are available.
--Catholic Family Services is offering a One Day Retreat for Grieving the Loss of a Loved
One on Saturday September 17 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Avera St. Mary’s Hospital, Pierre,
SD. Directed by Dr. Marcie Moran. This retreat is for adults who have lost a loved one and
are trying to understand and reconcile their grief. This program is non-denominational and is
offered free of charge. To register, call Catholic Family Services at 800-700-7867.
Call 605-988-3775 or check sfcatholic.org/cfs for information about any CFS event or
counseling needs.
Broom Tree benefit - Legacy: A Beer and Wine Experience (August 27 - 4-7pm - Ramkota Exhibit Hall) One of the best Craft Beer and Wine Tasting Events you will find - all proceeds to benefit Broom Tree Retreat and Conference Center. Enjoy a selection of 100+ beers and wines from more than 40 breweries and wineries. You will receive a commemorative sam-pling glass. Various tickets available for purchase at www.ccfesd.org - General Admission: ($35) ticket includes the beer and wine tasting along with access to the silent auction items. This ticket does not include heavy hors d’oeuvres. - Legacy: ($60) ticket includes the beer and wine tasting along with heavy hors d’oeuvres and access to the silent auction items.
St. George Catholic Parish together with Hartford/Humboldt Right to Life are hosting Mary Ann Kuharski, Sunday, September 25, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the parish. The free event includes refreshments sponsored by the Knights
of Columbus, praise and worship music courtesy of Central Valley Community Church and a testimony by a Truth4Youth speaker who shares her experience with abortion and her powerful conversion having undergone such trauma. Ku-harski, a wife, mother, author, and foundress of Pro-Life Across America, con-cludes the event. Contact Brittney at [email protected] or 605-528-3902 with questions or for details.
As part of the diocesan Life Chain Link, please join Bishop Paul J. Swain in prayer in front of Planned Parenthood on West 41st Street in Sioux Falls on August 16, 2016 at 12:00 noon. If you are unable to attend, please consider joining in prayer in your own parish, or sign up for another prayer time on the online calendar. To learn more or to sign up to pray, visit the “Life Chain Link” page of the OMFRL website at www.sfcatholic.org/respectlife.
Stewardship Announcements
Thank you for your continued support of St Therese Catholic Church!
Stewardship Report for Aug 8th:
Weekly Collection Needed $9,792
Weekly Collection Received – Aug 8th $8,575
Weekly – Overage (Shortfall) ($1,217)
Great News - we have received 200 CFSA pledges as of Aug 11th and have met and ex-
ceeded our goal of $48,500! Thank you so much for your participation and generosity!
Join us for a study on " Therese of Lisieux: Wisdom Daughter" a dvd se-ries on our patron saint. Learn of her life and those who influenced this marvelous saint and doctor of the hurch. The "Story of the Soul", her autobiography will be read in conjunction with the study and here will be group discussion on the book. Classes start Monday 9/19 for more infor-mation call Doug Debelak @ 271-0144 Stop by the information table.
The Farmers Market & Book Sale are in full swing. Drop off any surplus produce you have before the weekend Masses then browse the mar-ket for produce, goodies and books after Mass. Books you have read and would like to pass on can be dropped off any time during the week.
BIG SOO COUPON BOOKS TEST DRIVE (FREE) COUPONS EXPIRING AUGUST 31, 2016 – AT THE IN-
FORMATION TABLE. The new 2016-17 book is only $40.00 with more than $14,000
of savings. Lots of SUMMER FUN– $1000 of Golfing savings, Wild Water West
coupons valued at $115, Thunder Road, Catfish Bay, Canaries Baseball, Zoo and so
much more Thanks for your support of this fundraiser - St. Therese earns $10/book.
Social/Outreach/Fellowship Committee!
Root Beer Floats
Weekend of August 27th and 28th Join us after all Masses for Root Beer floats and conversation. Take time to
visit with other parish members and enjoy the hospitality. Hosted by Social
Outreach Fellowship Committee (SOFC)
They’re coming!
Check your mailbox, the Feast with St. Therese raffle tickets are on their way. 1
st prize $500 in Local Retailer
Gift Cards; 2nd
prize $300 in Local Retailer Gift Cards; 3
rd prize $200 in Local Retailer GiftCards; 4
th prize $100 Cash Build
your own prize by selecting Scheels, Menards, Great Bear, or any of the available forty-one SFCSS sponsored retail cards! Tickets
can be purchased in advance or the day of the event.