Regular Mass Schedule Confession Prayer, Devotion, and

Regular Mass Schedule Confession Prayer, Devotion, and

Regular Mass Schedule
Saturday ........................................................................... 4:30 PM
Sunday: Masses in English .................................. 8:00 & 10:00 AM
Misa en español/Mass in Spanish ................................... 6:30 PM
Monday, Wednesday, Friday ...................................... 8:30 AM
Tuesday ............................................................................ 5:30 PM
Thursday ......................................................................... 7:30 AM
Santa Maria, Ruega Por Nosotros
Confession
Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 PM now through November 20
Saturdays, 3:15–4:10 PM; Sundays, 9:00–9:50 AM
Prayer, Devotion, and Adoration
Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Monday after Mass
Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Wednesday after Mass
Morning Prayer: Thursday after Mass
Rosario en español: Thursday, 6:00–7:00 PM
Rosary in English: Friday, 8:05 AM
Adoration: Monday, 2:00–4:00 PM
Tuesday, 4:30–5:25 PM
Tuesday, 6:30–8:30 PM through November 20
Wednesday, 5:55–6:55 PM when RE meets
Friday, 9:00–10:00 AM
Parish Staff
Pastor: Fr. Bart Timmerman, 833-2600
Pastoral Associate: Erik Gyr, [email protected]
Music Ministries: Gregory Buchberger, [email protected]
Adult Faith Formation/Outreach:
Jennifer Ludtke, [email protected]
Middle/High School: Dominick Meyer, [email protected]
Children & Families/Hispanic Ministry:
Lorianne Aubut, [email protected]
Stewardship & Development: Holly Irving, [email protected]
Business Manager: Patrick O’Loughlin, [email protected]
Facilities/Community Minister:
Ismael Covarrubias, [email protected]
Administrative:
Main office: Mary Bailey, [email protected], 833-2600
Main office/Bulletin: Clarice Hinrichs,
[email protected], 833-2600
RE/Stewardship: Terri Kopplin, [email protected], 833-2606
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
August 14, 2016
“In dangers, in doubts, in difficulties, think of
Mary, call upon Mary. Let not her name depart
from your lips, never suffer it to leave your
heart. And that you may obtain the assistance
of her prayer, neglect not to walk in her footsteps. With her for a guide, you shall never go
astray; while invoking her, you shall never lose
heart; so long as she is in your mind, you are
safe from deception; while she holds your
hand, you cannot fall; under her protection you
have nothing to fear; if she walks before you,
you shall not grow weary; if she shows you
favor, you shall reach the goal.”
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux,
Father and Doctor of the Church
20 Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
14 de agosto del 2016
From the Desk of Fr. Bart
Prayer for Life
Twentieth Sunday of Ordinary Time
For all who are persecuted for
their respect for human life:
May the Lord strengthen their faith
and assure them of his closeness;
We pray to the Lord:
This is a bad news, good news Gospel. The bad
news is that Jesus’ coming throws the world headlong into fire, anguish, and division. The good
news is that in spite of Jesus speaking to the
contrary, he does grant peace to his disciples after
his resurrection. His gift of peace, however, does
not eliminate the fire, anguish, and division. These
painful consequences of faithful living sharpen the choice each of us
must make: to be “baptized” with Jesus into his suffering and death.
Bad news. Good news. We live with both. We make our life choice
in face of both.
Por todos los que son perseguidos por
su respeto por la vida humana:
para que el Señor fortalezca su fe
y les asegure su cercanía;
roguemos al Señor:
Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven
Assumption of Mary,
Monday, August 15
Our Patron Saint, Thomas Aquinas, Doctor of the Church, once wrote:
“As mariners are guided into port by the shining of a star, so Christians
are guided to heaven by Mary.” I wanted to remind everyone that
tomorrow, Monday, August 15, 2016 is not a holy day of obligation in
the United States, since it falls on a Monday. However, it remains a
solemnity and parishes are encouraged to promote the full celebration
of this Marian feast. Here at STA we are offering two Mass times for
the faithful to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary: 8:30 AM and 6:30 PM.
St. Mary, Help of Christians, Pray for Us!
Masses at 8:30 AM and 6:30 PM
(Not a holy day of obligation
in the US in 2016)
St. Thomas Aquinas Outreach Funding 2016
I am very sorry to inform our STA family that we were unable to
complete our Outreach Funding commitments. Each year we try to
budget $30,000 for Outreach Funding to various organizations in our
community. We make a first payment of half of the “grants” in the
spring and then at the end of the fiscal year (June 30), we make the
second payment if we have the funding. We do not give the “grants” if
we don’t have the funds. This year, due to the high expenses of some
capital improvements (i.e. new carpet and cleaning of the church floor,
a new security system, and adding a bedroom and bathroom to the duplex rectory basement), that were not originally part of our annual
budget, we could not afford the second half Outreach
Funding payments. This is especially difficult to accept in this special
Jubilee Year of Mercy.
One of the organizations that we were unable to fully fund to the level
we had hoped is our beloved St. Vincent de Paul Conference (SVdP).
STA is the only funding source for this organization. They truly do
amazing charitable works that make a difference in people’s lives. We
had hoped to offer them $10,000 this year, but we were only able to
afford $5,000.
Obviously we cannot help all the organizations the way we had hoped,
but I do feel strongly that we need to somehow fund our SVdP
Conference. To this end, I would like to take up a one-time second
collection next weekend at all of our Masses with the entire proceeds
going to help SVdP in this Jubilee Year of Mercy. Our goal will be to
raise at least $5,000! Checks can be made out to STA and put in the
second collection next weekend. Or you can mail a check made out to
STA and write SVdP in the memo line. In this way, your gift will be
credited to your yearly offering and be tax deductible. Thank you for
your generosity.
Fr. Bart’s article is continued next page
July Stewardship of
Time and Talent
Estimated Parishioner Hours in July ................ 1,709.5
Number of parish stewards ................................... 539
Collection Summary for July
Budgeted Envelope & Offertory ........... $77,845
Actual Envelope & Offertory ................. $99,853
July variance - favorable.................... $22,008
Weekly Stewardship of Treasure
August 7/8
Envelope Offerings .................................... $12,526.00
Offertory ...................................................... $1,463.15
Children’s Offerings .......................................... $57.05
Total ......................................................$14,046.20
Building Fund .................................................. $491.00
Capital Improvement Fund................................ $60.00
Thank you for your generosity and
support of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish.
Counters Schedule
Monday, August 15
Lynn Schten, Mary Michalski, and
Cyrilla Wipperfurth
Monday, August 22
Jan McGinley and Edward Corcoran
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Stewardship Corner
“Do you think I have come to give you peace on
Earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.” Luke
12:51
Living a Stewardship lifestyle means stepping out
of our comfort zone when needed. Many of us like
to play it safe, not cause waves, stay in the middle
of the road. In today’s world we are called to be
informed and take a stance for life, marriage and
religious liberty.
Time and Talent
On September 10 and 11,
you will have an opportunity
to fulfill your Baptismal
promises by pledging your
time and talent to pray and use your gifts and
talents for God. “Learn About Our Stewardship”
booklets, which can be found in the Gathering
Area, offer a variety of stewardship opportunities.
I encourage you to take a booklet home to see
how you can use your gifts and talents. For more
information, contact Holly at 833-2600 or
[email protected].
Food Sunday
Collection
Next weekend is our monthly
Food Sunday collection. This
month we are collecting food
donations for the Food Pantry at Lussier
Community Education Center (LCEC). The
LCEC Food Pantry serves those who are
challenged to choose between feeding their
families and paying their other bills. The demand
has been great this summer when children do not
have the benefit of meals at school. See the list of
most needed items below. Note: The LCEC Food
Pantry is making a concerted effort to provide
some healthier options to their clients.
Nutritious donations are doubly appreciated.
hearty soups
meals in a can
brown rice
pancake mix/syrup
macaroni & cheese
whole grain pasta
spaghetti sauce
toothpaste
fruit canned in own juices
canned peas, beets, spinach
The Human Concerns Commission wishes to
express its sincere THANKS for your generosity.
In September, your donations will benefit the St.
Vincent de Paul Food Pantry.
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Fr. Bart’s article is continued from the previous page
Congratulations to Queen of Peace Parish and
the Catholic Multicultural Center Expansion!
Last week in the Wisconsin State Journal and the Catholic Herald
there was an article regarding the expansion of the Catholic
Multicultural Center (CMC) to a Fitchburg facility donated by the
Knights of Columbus at 5256 Verona Rd to the CMC. This is very
positive news! With the Catholic Multicultural Center taking over the
ownership/operation of the Knights of Columbus facility with a
continuing leasehold use by the Knights of Columbus, these two local
apostolates with their respective missions within the Church will be
able to coordinate the use of the facility to further the mission of each
apostolate. The expansion of the CMC’s “Culinary Creations”
catering program to the facility (with a kitchen) benefits not only the
schools, churches, and other groups served by the program, but also
benefits those trained and employed by Culinary Creations with an eye
to a career in the food service industry. This program is helping
ex-convicts learn job skills so that they can contribute positively to our
society. It is an elusive second chance for them to re-enter society. It
also benefits the larger Madison community. At the same time, the
Knights of Columbus are free from the obligation of maintaining and
financially supporting a building, which can prove difficult, while
maintaining a location to continue holding their meetings and plan
their other good works of mercy that are so vital to our community.
Thank you to all of our parishioners who so generously continue
supporting the wonderful work of the CMC and the Knights of
Columbus! Your support is bringing about so much good in our
community!
Tonight is Family Movie Night
Dinner & a Movie
When: Sunday, August 14
Where: STA - Social Hall
Dinner at 4:40 PM: Pizza Party
(free will offering)
Movie: Charlotte’s Web (G)
Time: Showing starts at 5:00 PM
A Stewardship Moment
In today’s second Reading, we hear from the author of the letter to the
Hebrews, who likens the daily life of the Christian stewards to a race, a
long-distance race perhaps, certainly not a sprint; requiring endurance and
a single-minded focus on Jesus at the finish line. Good stewards are firmly committed to running the race, to live the Christian life to the fullest, to
keep their eyes focused on Jesus. They don’t grow weary. They don’t
lose heart. They know there is immense joy waiting for them at the finish
line. Are you fully committed to living each day for Christ? Are you
running the race, or are you simply jogging? Just walking? Sitting? Going backwards? Going nowhere? Some of us may want to reflect on
what we can do to run the race with even more conviction. Others may
want to reflect on how to simply enter the race and start running.
Based on reflections from ICSC
For Children and Families
Music and Liturgy Corner
Toddler Time for Parents of Little Ones
Greg Buchberger, Director of Music Ministries
Toddler Time, a group for mothers with little ones (babes-inarms through 4 years old), is happening on Wednesday and
Friday mornings in the nursery. Both days are at the same
time (9-10ish), use the same materials, and follow the same
format, so you are welcome to attend either day or change
days as needed. No RSVPs needed; come when you can and
as you are! This group also does an Adoration/Childcare Coop on the first Friday of every month.
Music Ministry
Opportunities!
Now is the time to consider
joining our Music Ministry! Rehearsals begin in September.
For more information, contact Greg at 608-833-2600 or
[email protected] or
Cantor/Small Ensemble:
The cantor’s function is to support and encourage the
congregation in singing. In preparation for the liturgical
celebration, the cantor may introduce and teach new music
to the people. Cantors lead the sung prayer at every
celebration at St. Thomas Aquinas, often in small groups.
They are our song leaders, animators, and psalmists.
Psalmist:
One of the cantors serves as the psalmist, who has the
special task of drawing all present into the proclamation of
the Word of God through the proclamation of the Psalm. The
Psalmist introduces the Psalm response and proclaims the
verses of the Psalm.
STA Parish Choir: (Sunday at 10:00 a.m.)
The STA Choir sings weekly at the 10:00 AM Sunday Mass.
In addition, this group sings for evening Holy Day Masses,
Midnight Mass, Triduum, Confirmation, and other liturgical
celebrations during the Church Year. This STA choir sings
from September through May each year, and sings a wide
variety of congregational music as well as a varied repertoire
of well-composed choral music. This choir is open to
students (grade 7 and up) and adults. Rehearsals are every
Thursday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
STA Choristers: (Saturday at 4:30 PM, Once a Month)
The STA Choristers sing monthly at the 4:30 PM Saturday
Mass. In addition, this group has the opportunity to sing for
other celebrations, including Thanksgiving Day and
Christmas Eve Masses. This choir sings from September
through May each year, and is open to students (grades 4 and
up). Rehearsals are most often on Wednesday from 5:00 PM
to 6:00 PM
STA Spanish Choir: (Sunday at 6:30 PM)
The STA Spanish Choir sings weekly at the 6:30 PM Sunday
Mass. This choir joins the STA Parish Choir for bilingual
celebrations throughout the Liturgical Year. This choir sings
year round and is open to students (grade 7 and up) and
adults. Rehearsals are on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. before the
6:30 p.m. Spanish Mass.
Instrumentalists & Accompanists: (All Masses)
Instrumentalists and accompanists (piano and/or organ) are
encouraged to join our music ministry, depending upon
experience. Audition required.
2016 - 2017 RE Materials
Religious Education materials have been mailed out, and are
now available in the gathering area next to the box where
they are to be turned in.
If you turn in your Registration Form by September 5, you
will pay the discounted fee of $90. Registrations received
after September 5 will be charged the full amount of $115.
Please make checks payable to St. Thomas Aquinas Parish,
memo RE Program. If you have any questions or would like
to volunteer in our program as a co-catechist or catechist aid,
please contact Lorianne at [email protected] for
Elementary RE, and Dom at [email protected] for
Middle and High School RE. Both can be reached at
608-833-2606.
Protecting God’s Children for Parents!
The Office of Safe Environment is pleased to announce a special
session of Protecting God’s Children for Parents! This session will
be held Tuesday, September 20 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM. at the
Bishop O’Connor Center Auditorium Conference Room. Please
note, while this Session is geared toward parents/guardians, it also
satisfies the compliance requirement for employees and
volunteers. Registration is open! Please sign up at www.virtus.org.
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Stewardship Is Discipleship
Catholic Multicultural Center Meal
Sign-ups for the next 4 months of volunteering are in the
Gathering Area. St. Thomas Aquinas makes and serves the
evening meal at the Catholic Multicultural Center (1862 Beld
St) on the first Thursday of every month. Volunteer cooks
work from 1:00 - 3:30 PM; servers work from 3:30 - 5:45 PM.
The CMC provides all the food, supplies, and the recipe for
the cooks. We provide all the necessary labor. Sign up today,
or if you have questions, contact
 Fabio Ramirez at 608-845-8197 or

STA staff member Jennifer Ludtke at 608-833-2606.
STACKS Knitting and
Crochet Group
Attention everyone who likes to knit
or crochet or wants to learn. We invite
you to join us Saturday, August 20, at 1 pm in Room 102104 of the RE Wing to make hats, scarves, blankets, and other things for people who need them.
Could I really help run a food pantry?
Yes! You could! Our neighbors at the Lussier Community
Education Center (LCEC) have a small food pantry, and a
small team (4-6 people) from St. Thomas Aquinas host the
second Wednesday each month from 7-8 PM. This is a great
opportunity because of the limited time commitment needed,
and the evening time frame doesn’t conflict with the workday. St. Thomas and LCEC have had a long history, and as
good neighbors (only a few blocks away from each other)
this is a great way to build our relationship and have a strong,
positive presence in support of their many good works right
in our own back yard. Interested, curious? Contact
Jenny Ludtke at 833-2606 or [email protected]
or Grace Phelps, our parishioner who coordinates each
month, [email protected]
Learning and Faith for Adults
Young Adult Connections
The Young Adult group at St. Thomas Aquinas gathers twice a
month for learning and fellowship, with a scattering of other
events with the diocese. The best way to keep up with our
activities is to get on the email list,. Please contact
Jennifer Ludtke at 833-2600 or [email protected].
Summer Only: STA Young Adult Nights moved to
Wednesdays, 7-9 PM. Our next gathering is August 17. Join
us in the gathering area for fellowship and conversation
about the faith. All are welcome!
STA Singles Dinner
Join the St. Thomas Aquinas Singles for our monthly
dinner, this month at Sprecher's Restaurant and Pub,
1262 John Q. Hammons Dr., Madison on Wednesday,
August 17 at 6 PM. RSVP by Monday, August 15th to Jill at
1-608-604-3070 or [email protected]
Interested in Becoming
Catholic? Learn about RCIA!
If you are not Catholic, and are curious about
what it would take to possibly become one,
now is the time to find out.
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process that
gives you an opportunity to learn about our Catholic faith
and Sacred Scripture, grow closer to God through prayer,
and help you decide about receiving the sacraments and
becoming a member of the Catholic Church. This process
begins in early October. Make a short one-on-one
appointment to learn more by contacting Jenny Ludtke,
Director of Adult Formation, at 833-2606 or
[email protected]
National Rosary RallyPrayer for our Country
At the request of Bishop Morlino, we
have been asked to publicize the 54Day Novena Rosary (starting August
15 – the Feast of the Assumption) leading to the National
Rosary Rally in Washington, D.C. on October 7 (Memorial
of Our Lady of the Rosary). This Novena and Rosary Rally
is being sponsored by the Holy League with the Men of
Christ in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and the Knights of
Divine Mercy in the Diocese of Madison and it is endorsed
by Cardinal Burke. As part of the Jubilee Year of Mercy and
on this centennial of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima,
it is a wonderful way to pray for our beloved country. The
main goal is to pray the rosary every day for 54 days, asking
the Blessed Virgin Mary to intercede for the needs of our
country. Please see the following website for further details -
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Familias Latinas
Justice and Mercy for All
Actividades en español
Prayer for Peace
Misa en español: Los domingos a las 6:30 PM
Rosarios con cánticos a la Virgen: Los jueves a las 6 PM
Estudios bíblicos para adultos con cuido de niños:
O Lord, God of peace,
you have created us and shown us your love
so that we may share in your glory.
We bless you and give you thanks
because you have sent us Jesus, your well-beloved Son.
Through the mystery of his resurrection,
you made him the worker of salvation,
the source of peace, the bond of brotherhood.
We give you thanks for the desires, efforts and achievements
stirred up by the Spirit of peace in our time,
to replace hate by love, mistrust by understanding,
indifference by interdependence.
Open our minds and hearts to the real demands of love,
so that we may become more completely peacemakers.
Remember, Father of mercy,
all who struggle, suffer and die
to bring forth a world of closer relationship.
May your kingdom of justice, peace and love
come to people of every race and tongue.
May the earth be filled with your glory.
Pope Paul VI (1897-1978)
Los jueves a las 7:00 PM
TEC-Todos Encontrando a Cristo
La Diócesis de Madison les invita a participar en un retiro TEC Todos Encontrando a Cristo- que se llevará a cabo en la Parroquia de San Henry, en Watertown, los días 12 al 14 de agosto,
completamente en español. Anímate a pasar tres días en compañía de Jesús y a descubrir cuanto te ama de una manera más profunda, te estamos esperando, no te vas a arrepentir.
Puedes registrarte en línea en la página de internet:
kairostec.org o puedes llamar a los coordinadores:
Isabel Cornejo (262) 565-3952 o
Aaron Gamón: 608-577-1708 - Director.
Comida y Juego de Futbol
Los invitamos a todos a que nos
acompañen a una comida pot luck y un
juego de futbol con el Padre Bart y nuestro
seminarista Lawrence. Este evento será el domingo, 21 de agosto a las 7:30 PM justo después de la misa en español a las 6:30
PM. Tendremos la comida en el salón social y el juego de futbol
en el parque detrás de la iglesia. Pedimos que todos traigan algo
para la comida y el compartir. Para información, comuníquese
con Lorianne al 608-833-2600.
Encuentro Mundial de Matrimonios
(WWME)
El fin de semana de Encuentro Mundial de Matrimonios es
para todas las parejas casadas quienes quieren enriquecer su
matrimonio. El Encuentro ofrece una oportunidad para que la
pareja se enfoque el uno con el otro. El fin de semana ofrece
técnicas de comunicación amorosas que usted puede usar por
el resto de su vida. Es un momento para observar más hacia
dentro la relación entre ustedes y con Dios. Es un tiempo
para compartir sentimientos, esperanzas, y sueños. Para
registrarse para un fin de semana en español por favor llamen
a Andrés y María al 630-229-2600. Las fechas son
Septiembre 9-11 y Noviembre 11-13.
Nunca tengas miedo de amar demasiado a la Santísima Virgen. Usted no
puede nunca la amo más de lo que
Jesús hizo.
St. Maximilian Kolbe
On Tuesday August 9, we came together to pray for peace.
During our 2 hour time of prayer, before the Blessed
Sacrament, over 60 people spent time in adoration, song, and
prayer. During that time staff member Lorianne Aubut also
lifted up prayers and petitions from live Facebook messages.
As a Parish family, near and far, we come together in prayer.
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Sharing the Love and Mercy of God
Nuestra Primera Corresponsable Cristiana: La Santísima Virgen María
El día 15 de agosto nosotros celebramos la Fiesta de la Asunción; el día que recordamos a Nuestra Bendita Madre ser asunta
al cielo y coronada reina. En la lectura del Evangelio de este día, nosotros escuchamos una vez más la proclamación del
Cántico de María, registrado en el Evangelio de Lucas (1:46-55). Este el cántico de alegría de la Virgen María en respuesta
al saludo de su prima Isabel (Lucas 1:41-45), y resume la profunda fe y confianza de María en Dios.
Este canto de gozo es conocido también como el Magnificat, de la línea inicial de la traducción del latín de las Escrituras, la
cual significa “Mi alma magnifica al Señor” (“Magnificat anima mea Dominum”). El Magnificat es una Hermosa oración de
corresponsabilidad usada por la iglesia diariamente, desde el Siglo XV. Es un himno de la Oración de la Tarde en la Litúrgia
de las Horas.
Entre los numerosos temas de corresponsabilidad en esta lectura, la oración nos ayuda a darnos cuenta de que el plan de
corresponsabilidad de Dios pone los valores del mundo al revés. Dios va de la ayuda al pobre y humilde, a la pérdida del rico
y poderoso. Y para aquellos que confían su vida al Señor, ellos son llenados de bienes. Cómo María, una joven mujer
humilde y pobre, se convierte en intérprete del plan de salvación de Dios, ella nos revela los fundamentos de la Buena
corresponsabilidad, y ella es testigo profético de la justicia social para todas las generaciones futuras, quienes “me llamarán
bienaventurada”(Lucas 1:45). María fue el primer discípulo, la primera corresponsable Cristiana del plan de Dios.
Tome unos momentos y haga esta oración de corresponsabilidad. Considere sus implicaciones para su vida. ¿Cómo
magnifica usted al Señor? ¿Cómo hace usted “más grande”a Dios en el mundo de su vida diaria? ¿Cómo lleva usted la
compasión de Dios al pobre?
Our First Christian Steward: The Blessed Virgin Mary
On August 15 we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption; the day we recall Our Blessed Mother being assumed into heaven
and crowned queen. In the Gospel reading on this day we hear proclaimed once again the Canticle of Mary, recorded in the
Gospel of Luke (1:46-55). It is the Virgin Mary’s song of joy in response to her cousin Elizabeth’s greeting (Luke 1:41-45),
and summarizes Mary’s deep faith and trust in God.
This joyous song is also known as the Magnificat, from the opening line of scripture’s Latin translation which means “My
soul magnifies the Lord” (“Magnificat anima mea Dominum”). The Magnificat is a beautiful stewardship prayer used by the
church every day since the fifth century. It is a hymn at Evening Prayer in the Liturgy of the Hours.
Among the many stewardship themes in this reading, the prayer helps us realize that God’s stewardship plan turns the
world’s values upside down. God comes to the aid of the poor and lowly, to the detriment of the rich and powerful. And for
those who entrust their lives to the Lord, they are filled with good things. As a young woman, humble and poor, Mary
becomes an interpreter of God’s plan of salvation, she reveals to us the fundamentals of good stewardship, and she becomes
a prophetic witness to social justice for all future generations who “will call me blessed” (Luke 1:48). Mary was the first
disciple, the first Christian steward of God’s plan.
Take a few moments and pray this stewardship prayer. Consider its implications for your life. How do you magnify the
Lord? How do you make God “bigger” in your day-to-day world? How do you bring God’s compassion to the poor?
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Special Second Collection Next Sunday
to Benefit STA St.VdP Conference
Checks can be made out to STA and put in the second collection next
weekend. Thank you for your generosity!
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We Pray for
Our Loved Ones
SERVING WITH THE ARMED FORCES
CW4 Steve Artz, brother of Sue Ziegler and Judy Rossa
Captain Gary Bernbeck, nephew of Lois Bernbeck
SSG Michael Bosold, nephew of Sharon Michel
Zachary Brunsell, U.S. Marine, son of Paul and Maribeth Brunsell
Owen Carle, grandson of Glynn and Shirley Rossa
SFC Enrique Andres Cervantes, cousin of Maria McHugh
Anthony Church, grandson of Tom and Clara Church
Major Tim Doll, nephew of Jerry and Mary Ann Doll
A1C Colin Donovan, cousin of Pat Korger
A1C Charles (Gus) Dorais, grandson of Mary Kay Dorais
SSGT James Eberts, Jr., friend of Stephanie Savoie
Lt. Colonel Michael Everton, brother of Jennifer Doering
1 Lt. Alex Harms, son of Bruce and Judy Harms
SrA Samuel, fiancé of Lainy
A1C Nicholas Jones, grandson of Mary and Gordon Samuelsen
SSGT Mark Jurakovich, brother of Gina Levesque
LTJG Bradley Kirschbaum, grandson of Tom and Sally Ellis
SSGT Mike Levesque, brother of Chad Levesque
A1C Justin Lonergan, nephew of Neil and Lori Lonergan
1st Lt. Steve Nooyen, nephew of Mike and Ilene Schmiedlin
Major Stuart Mark Slattery, grandson of
Thomas & Loretta Slattery
Steven Thomas, brother of Linda Galang
P.V 2 Jack Vilim, nephew of Mary Crave
A1C Blake E. Westbrook, grandson of Dick and Diane Genske
To request prayers for a family member serving with the Armed
Forces, please contact Holly at 833-2600 or
[email protected].
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This Week at St. Thomas Aquinas
Saturday, August 13
STACKS, RE Wing Room 102 - 104 ........................................... 1:00 PM
Sunday, August 14
RE Celebration, Gathering Area............................................ 11:00 AM
Dinner and A Movie, Social Hall .............................................. 4:40 PM
Tuesday, August 16
Justice and Peace Mtg, Social Hall .......................................... 6:00 PM
SVdP Conference Mtg, Upper Conference Room..................... 6:00 PM
Mens Evening of Recollection, Chapel.................................... 6:00 PM
Stewardship Mtg, Lower Conference Room ............................ 6:15 PM
Wednesday, August 17
Toddler Time, Upper Conference Room and Nursery ............. 9:00 AM
Fun raising Mtg, Lower Conference Room .............................. 6:00 PM
Young Adults, Gathering Area ................................................ 7:00 PM
Friday, August 19
Toddler Time, Upper Conference Room and Nursery ............. 9:00 AM
Saturday, August 20
STACKS, RE Wing Room 102 - 104 ........................................... 1:00 PM
Sunday, August 21
Food Sunday Collection.......................................................................
Care Facility Liturgies This Week
Oakwood: Friday, August 19, Rosary
Brookdale: Friday, August 19, Rosary and Communion
Sebring: Sunday, August 14, Word and Communion
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Resources for Human Needs
www.momhelps.org/: Middleton Outreach Ministry (food,
housing, utilities, clothing)
www.womenscarecenter.org/Madison.html: Women’s Care
Center (counseling, ultrasounds)
www.catholiccharitiesofmadison.org/: Catholic Charities
(adoption, aging services, developmental disabilities,
counseling, substance abuse treatment, etc.)
www.cmctoday.org/: Catholic Multicultural Center (food, health
services, education, job development, immigration legal help)
abuseintervention.org/: Domestic Abuse Intervention Service
(crisis response, emergency shelter, support groups)
www.silentnomoreawareness.org: Abortion recovery help
hopeafterabortion.com: Project Rachel (Abortion recovery help)
Madison Al-Anon Hotline: support for families and friends
9 troubled by someone else’s drinking or drug use—608-255-5181
Fireside Bus Trip
“Million Dollar Quartet,” Thursday, September 15
On December 4, 1956, an amazing twist of fate brought
Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis
Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis. It would turn
out to be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. The Fireside
Theater brings this incredible night to life featuring rock
and roll, R&B, Gospel and country music. The cost of this
trip is $86 which includes the bus, a very large lunch and
the show. We will leave Queen of Peace parking lot no later
than 9:15 and will return between 5:00 and 5:30 PM. Send
your registration check, made payable to Our Lady Queen
of Peace Parish, to the QP Parish Center, 401 South Owen
Drive, Madison, WI 53711. Mark the outside of the envelope FIRESIDE. Have your registration in by August 15. If
you have any questions call Jeanne Berigan, 665-3283.
The Worldwide Marriage Encounter
(WWME)
The WWME Weekend is for all married couples who want
to enrich their marriage. It offers married couples an
opportunity get off the treadmill of life and focus on each
other. The Weekend teaches a technique of loving
communication that you can use for the rest of your lives. It
is a chance to look deeply into your relationship with each
other and with God. It is a time to share your feelings,
hopes and dreams with each other. Sign up today to attend
one of the upcoming WWME Weekend on Sept 9-11 in
Crystal Lake, IL; Oct. 21-23 in Brookfield, WI or
Nov. 18-20 in Rockford, IL. Early registration is highly
recommended. For more information visit our website at:
alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. Para un fin de
semana en Espanol por favor llamen a Andres y Maria al
630-229-2600. Las fechas son Septiembre 9-11 y
Noviembre 11-13.
Natural Family Planning Classes
Postpartum Class: Friday, September 9, 7 - 9 PM
Premenopause Class: Sun., September 11, 2 - 4 PM
Both classes at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Monona
Questions: 513-921-1577 or [email protected]
Register for either class: www.ccli.org
Catholic Charities Healthy Aging
Conference
Mass Intentions for This Week
Saturday, August 13
4:30 PM Christel & Mathew Elliott, Edward & Anna Bregenzer 
Sunday, August 14
8:00 AM Ray and Helen Niesen 
10:00 AM Loring and Lauber Family living and deceased
6:30 PM St. Thomas Aquinas Parishioners
Monday, August 15
8:30 AM Jay Standiford 
Tuesday, August 16
5:30 PM Ed and LaVerne Malcheski
Wednesday, August 17
8:30 AM Robert Maloney
Thursday, August 18
7:30 AM Dawn Bosold
Friday, August 19
8:30 AM Thomas Schomisch
Saturday, August 20
4:30 PM Dale Schmitt 
Sunday, August 21
8:00 AM Dr. Jack Crane 
10:00 AM Leroy and Mary Gronemus 
6:30 PM St. Thomas Aquinas Parishioners
Readings for the Week of August 14
Sunday:
Jer 38:4-6, 8-10/Ps 40:2-4, 18/Heb 12:1-4/
Lk 12:49-53
Monday:
Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2/
Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14/1 Cor 15:54b-57/
Lk 11:27-28
Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/Ps 45:10-12, 16/
1 Cor 15:20-27/Lk 1:39-56
Tuesday:
Ez 28:1-10/Dt 32:26-28, 30, 35-36/Mt 19:23-30
Wednesday: Ez 34:1-11/Ps 23:1-6/Mt 20:1-16
Thursday:
Ez 36:23-28/Ps 51:12-15, 18-19/Mt 22:1-14
Friday:
Ez 37:1-14/Ps 107:2-9/Mt 22:34-40
Saturday:
Ez 43:1-7a/Ps 85:9-14/Mt 23:1-12
Next Sunday: Is 66:18-21/Ps 117:1-2/Heb 12:5-7, 11-13/Lk
13:22-30
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Special on Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Healthy Aging Conference Thursday, October 13
This years conference will be held at the new All Saints
Neighborhood Main Street on Madison’s Westside. Early
Bird registration began August 8. To register or for more
information contact
Stan Kitson at [email protected]. or
The World Premiere of “Our Faith in Action: Today’s Society
of St. Vincent de Paul” will broadcast on Eternal Word
Television Network (EWTN) on Tuesday, August 16, at 5:30
PM. Tune in to learn more about the Society of St. Vincent de
Paul, how you can put your own faith into action, grow
spiritually, and join the community.
catholiccharitiesofmadison.org/Events/AgingConference
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