GA Bulletin 01.17.16

215 Second Street West ♦ Chaska, Minnesota ♦ www.GAchaska.org ♦ (952) 227
227-4000
Welcome to Guardian Angels Parish community, we are
glad you can join us and be a part of our active, diverse,
and faith-filled Parish community.
Everything we do is centered in the Altar of the Eucharist. From the
Catholic
Church
Altar, we are building new bridges of faith to help us serve the needs of our
parish, school, and the larger Chaska community and we hope that you will join us.
Let us accompany you on your faith journey. Let us rejoice in companionship, encouragement,
faith, and endurance; together we make up for what is lacking in the afflictions of Christ, that is,
by our participation in His love.
Celebrating a common faith in Jesus Christ, we invite you to join us at our weekend and
weekday Masses.
Obedience to God, who is Love, is our life-long dedication; we open our arms to greet you and our
hearts to welcome you to our parish family.
Making a difference in your life and the lives of our parishioners, in the city of Chaska, and in the
Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis is our plan and our hope.
Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, we journey forward in faith from the Altar of
the Eucharist to continue the mission of Jesus Christ to educate, serve and evangelize.
Yours Truly, Fernando Ortega, pastor
“Guardian Angels exists
to reach out from the
Altar of Christ to educate,
serve and evangelize."
DAILY MASS SCHEDULE FOR THIS WEEK
"La Comunidad de los Ángeles
Guardianes partiendo del Altar
de Cristo existimos con mira a
educar, servir y evangelizar.”
NEXT WEEKEND’S MASS SCHEDULE
Tuesday, January 19th ~ 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 20th ~ 9:20 a.m. (With the school)
Thursday, January 21st ~ 8 a.m.
Friday, January 22nd ~ 8 a.m.
Saturday, January 23rd ~ 9:20 a.m. (At Auburn Manor)
Saturday, January 23rd ~ 5 p.m.
Sunday, January 24th ~ 8 a.m.
10 a.m.
Noon (In Spanish)
RECONCILIATION
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Saturdays ~ 4 - 4:30 p.m. (In the Chapel)
th
Wednesday, January 20 ~ 8 - 9 a.m.
Church & School Staff
Mass Intentions for This Week
E-Mails for Staff: [email protected]
Example: [email protected]
Fr. Fernando Ortega, Pastor
227-4000
Deacon Jim Bauhs
227-4092
Sara Anderson, Business Administrator
227-4001
Susan Keough, Parish Administrative Assistant
227-4000
Carol Pierce, Parish Administrative Assistant
227-4000
Michaela Frie, Coordinator of Music & Liturgy
227-4004
Fran Oprosko, Faith Formation Coordinator
227-4084
Paul Meger, Maintenance Supervisor
227-4013
Jean Rief, Pastoral Associate
227-4095 Kate Hamill, School Principal
227-4010
Terri Farr, School Administrative Assistant
227-4010
Deanna Rosenwinkel, Bulletin ~
[email protected]
Pulpit Announcements
[email protected]
Prayer Line (Jean Rief)
612-245-9252
Lay Leadership Positions
TRUSTEES
Laurie Forner
Scott Guillemette
PARISH COUNCIL
Richard Dolski
FINANCE COUNCIL
Stephanie Griesinger
FAITH FORMATION COMMISSION
Fran Oprosko, [email protected]
SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL
Nicol Krumpholz ([email protected])
PASTORAL CARE COMMISSION
Bill Van Hecke
FACILITIES COMMISSION
Leo Forner
LATINO AFFAIRS COMMISSION
Daniel Galvez
952-448-7838
952-368-3086
952-361-6593
952-479-7690
Tuesday (5:30 p.m.)
Thursday (8 a.m.)
Friday (8 a.m.)
Saturday (5 p.m.)
Sunday (8 a.m.)
Next Weekend’s Readings (January 24th)
First Reading — As a bridegroom rejoices in his bride, so
God rejoices in the chosen Zion and Jerusalem
(Isaiah 62:1-5).
Psalm — Proclaim his marvelous deeds to all the nations
(Psalm 96).
Second Reading — All the varied gifts and talents found
in the Christian community are products of the same Spirit
(1 Corinthians 12:4-11).
Gospel — At a wedding festival in Cana, Jesus changes
water into wine at his mother’s request (John 2:1-11).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997,
International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
952-227-4007
612-695-0634
952-448-7031
952-448-3312
651-354-2757
Joining other parishioners after Sunday Mass is
a great way to stay connected and meet new
friends! Join us in St. Francis Hall after
the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Masses each week.
Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Liturgical
Minister
Schedule
rd
th
January 23 & 24
If you are interested in
being a Liturgical Minister,
call or email Carol Pierce
952-227-4000
[email protected]
Elaine Eastman †
Elroy Torbenson †
Emma Appenzeller †
Loretta Diethelm †
Patricia Born †
Sunday 8:00 a.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Stephen Brown
Karen Atkinson
Bill Boecker
Eucharistic Minister
Georgiann Keyport
Debra Bates
Maria Boecker
Eucharistic Minister
Fran Oprosko
Lucy Halloran
Vicki Lopahs
Eucharistic Minister
Jean Rief
Dennis Hively
Jenny Richelsen
Eucharistic Minister
Kathy Skinner
Rita Vannett
Mark Tressler
Eucharistic Minister
Tom Foley
Sacristan
Jackie Weber
Bob VanDenBroeke
Ben Altman
Lector
Heather Johnson
David Pohlen
Bobbi Luskey
Server-Candle
Sydney Osterdyk
Maddie Oberpriller
Emily Schrupp
Server-Candle
Hannah Olson
Grant Atkinson
Alex Schrupp
Server-Cross/Incense
Lauren Johnson
Audrey Atkinson
Casey Gess
Server-Cross/Incense
Molly Weber
Clayton Atkinson
Sam Winfield
Usher/Greeter
Brad Gestach
Joe Atkinson
Matt Greenwood
Usher/Greeter
Carol Gestach
Tom Dahl
Alexander Kennedy
Usher/Greeter
Steve Gestach
Gary Klingelhutz
Neil Kennedy
Usher/Greeter
Virgil Gestach
VOLUNTEER NEEDED
VOLUNTEER NEEDED
Homebound (Uptown)
Bill Van Hecke & Al Cisewski
Homebound (Downtown)
Jim & Roxanne Kleinedler
Hospitality After Masses
Nicol Krumpholz
March for Life
Information Sunday
After each Mass this weekend, January
16th & 17th, a GA staff member will be
at the information table located at the
entrance of the church. If you have
questions, need information about ministry programs, are
new to the parish or would like to pass on a comment,
please stop by. The information table will be available on
the third Sunday of every month.
Archdiocesan Men’s Conference
Saturday, February 27, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(Doors open at 7 a.m. for adoration and confession)
University of St. Thomas (Anderson Fieldhouse), St. Paul
Men of all ages and walks of life are invited to a morning filled
with faith and fellowship. Bishop Cozzens will lead men to a new
mission: The Catholic Watchmen – Calling men to be protectors,
providers and leaders of their families. The conference includes:
Mass, breakfast, dynamic speakers, and
more! $20 per adult; $10 per student
(up to high school senior). Questions?
Contact Susanna Bolle at
[email protected] or 651-291-4411.
Heartfelt Thanks
Our thanks go out to Mary Kingsbury & Mary Meyer for
serving as funeral luncheon coordinators for the month of
December. We were blessed with a funeral-free month,
but appreciate their willingness to
clear their schedules on short notice
In the event of a funeral.
May God bless you both!
Stewardship Report
Week Ended 12/27/2015
Envelopes & Plate…………………..
Electronic ……………………………..
Collected This Week …………..…
Weekly Projection………………...
This Week's Difference ……..….
$28,021
$1,782
$29,803
$15,512
$14,292
Collected Year-to-Date…….…...
Projected Year-to-Date………...
Under Year-to-Date………...…...
$369,024
$403,300
-$34,276
Did you know you can have your contributions automatically deducted
from your checking or savings account? For more information call the
parish office 952-227-4000, or visit www.gachaska.org.
On Friday, January 22nd, join thousands
of Minnesotans at the State Capitol in
St. Paul. There will be a prayer service
at the Cathedral of St. Paul at 10:30
a.m. followed by the MCCL March for
Life at 12 noon.
The March commemorates the deaths of more than
58 million unborn babies killed by abortion since the
1973 U.S. Supreme Court decisions legalized on
demand abortion for all nine months of pregnancy.
Your presence will help show elected officials and
the public the depth of support for pro-life legislation
protecting women and unborn babies. For more
information , go to mccl.org.
Free bus transportation is being provided to and
from St. Hubert's Catholic Church in Chanhassen.
The bus will depart from St. Hubert's front parking
lot at 9:30 a.m. and return at approximately 2 p.m.
To reserve a seat, please call Cathy Johnson at
952-334-0780 or email [email protected].
St. Joseph Church in Waconia is also offering free
bus transportation as well. The bus will leave the
St. Joseph Parking lot at 9:00 a.m. and will return
around 2:30 p.m. Bring a bag lunch and dress
warmly. RSVP not needed. St. Joseph Church,
41 E. First Street, Waconia, MN.
Thank You, Michaela Frie
After a year and a half of dedicated
services at Guardian Angels,
Michaela Frie has resigned from
her position as Coordinator of
Music & Liturgy effective
January 28th. We will miss
Michaela’s unwavering enthusiasm,
compassionate disposition and
valuable contributions to our parish community.
We will be working with Michaela regarding the
process for wrapping up her work and bringing
in her successor. All of our parish community is
invited to join us in St. Francis hall to wish
Michaela well in her new adventure in life. We
will be gathering after each Mass next weekend
(January 23rd and 24th) to celebrate Michaela and
wish her well in her new adventures.
Parish Information
Parish Calendar & Events
Mass Intentions … Mass intentions may be for the living and the departed,
with a † designating in the bulletin a deceased person. There is a $10
suggested donation per Mass intention. Permission from the sick person or his/
her family must be granted before a name’s inclusion in these prayers. To
schedule a Mass intention, call Jean in the parish office.
For the most updated calendar information for events at G.A.,
please check our online calendar at
Baptism …Sacramental preparation is required for all parents. Godparents
and Grandparents are also encouraged to attend. Baptismal prep sessions are
given every other month and Baptism Masses are held once a month. Call
Jean in the parish office to schedule a child for Baptism and the parents for
baptismal prep.
Penance...Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call for an appointment.
Matrimony...Pre-registration required at least one year in advance; marriage
preparation course is required. Initial contact: 952-227-4095, or e-mail:
[email protected].
Anointing… If you wish to receive an anointing please call the parish office.
Communion for the Homebound...When we come together to pray at our
Eucharistic liturgy, we do not forget the members of our community who are
unable to be with us because of ill health. We remember them in our prayer,
and we wish to include them in our Holy Communion. Members of our
community bring the Blessed Sacrament to them to comfort them and to unite
them with us in the Eucharist. We are not always aware of those who have this
need. Please call the Parish Office to let us know if you or a member of your
family would like to have Holy Communion brought to them. That way we can
schedule a time for our ministers to visit and bring the Sacrament.
Hospital, Nursing Home, Homebound Visits...Churches are no longer
notified by hospitals or nursing homes when a parishioner is admitted unless
the family has requested it. If you or a family member are homebound,
hospitalized or in a nursing home and would like a visit from a member of the
pastoral ministry staff, please call Jean Rief in the parish office.
Informacion de la Parroquia
Ofrecimiento de las Misas…Las misas pueden ser ofrec idas por personas vivas o fallecidas. Con el simbolo † en el boletin , en el area designada para las personas fallecidas. Se sugiere un donativo de $10 por cada
misa con intenciones especiales. Para las personas enfermas, necesitamos el permiso de el/ella o su familia antes de incluirlos en nuestras oraciones y peticiones. Para celendarizar su misa, por favor llame a Jean en
las oficinas de la iglesia.
Bautismos…La preparacion sacramental de los padres y padrinos es
requerida y se invita tambien a los abuelos si asi lo desean. Las clases pre
-bautismales se ofrecen los primeros Sabados de cada tercer mes y los
bautismos se celebran una vez por mes. Llamar a Jean para calendarizar
el Bautizo del niño (a) y a los padres y padrinos para la clase de preparacion.
http://church.GAchaska.org/church-calendar/
Monday, January 18, 2016 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
NO SCHOOL - PARISH OFFICE CLOSED
9:30 a.m. Church Cleaning Volunteers, Church
6:15 p.m. RCIA, Parish Office
6:30 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry, Parish Office
7 p.m. Knights of Columbus Officer Meeting, Parish Office
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
5:30 p.m. Daily Mass, Church
6:30 p.m. Taste of Alpha, St. Francis Hall
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
8-9 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration, Church
9:20 a.m. Daily Mass (with the school), Church
5 p.m. Wednesday Night Crew, Church
5:30 p.m. Hispanic Choir Practice, Choir Loft & Sanctuary
6:15 p.m. Faith Formation, School
6:15 p.m. 1st Sacrament Preparation Session, Gym
Thursday, January 21, 2016
8 a.m. Daily Mass, Church
7 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal, St. Francis Hall
Friday, January 22, 2016
8 a.m. Daily Mass, Church
6 p.m. Volunteer Cleaning Crew, Church
7 p.m. Hispanic Prayer Group, St. Francis Hall
Saturday, January 23, 2016
9:20 a.m. Daily Mass at Auburn Manor
4 - 4:30 p.m. Confessions, Chapel
5 p.m. Vigil Mass, Church
Sunday, January 24, 2016
8 a.m. Sunday Mass, Church
10 a.m. Sunday Mass, Church
10 a.m. Hispanic Faith Formation, School
12:00 Sunday Mass (in Spanish), Church
7 p.m. Adult Basketball, Gym
Confesiones…Sabados de 4:00-4:30 p.m., o puede hacer una cita. (En
ingles) y en Español los Domingos, (cuando hay un sacerdote que habla
español) de 11:45 a.m. a 12:00 del dia.
Matrimonios…Se require registro previo cuando menos con un año de
anterioridad; El curso de preparacion matrimonial es requerido. El contacto
al telefono (952) 227-4095 o al correo electronico: [email protected]
Uncion de los Enfermos… Si usted desea recibir la Uncion, por favor
llame a la oficina de la iglesia.
Visitas de Enfermos…Las Iglesias no son notificadas por los Hospitales
si alguno de sus miembros esta en el hospital o enfermo en casa, a menos
de que la familia asi lo requiera.Si usted o alguien de su familia esta enfermo en su casa o en una casa de cuidado y le gustaria recibir la visita
de un miembro del Ministerio de Cuidado Pastoral, por favor llame a Jean
Rief en las oficinas de la iglesia.
The parish office
will be closed on
Monday, January 18th.
“Faith is taking the first
step even when you don't
see the whole staircase.”