A Walk Through the Mardi Gras Gala!

IN THIS ISSUE:
Pew Kneelers to Undergo Repair, page 2
Parish Musicians Participated in ‘Deanery 12 Sing’,
page 3
First Eucharist Learning Centers Next Saturday, page 4
Catholic Schools Week Open House Next Sunday,
page 5
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January 24, 2016 | 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
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A Walk Through the Mardi Gras Gala!
• Doors open at 5:15 p.m. First stop is the Welcome Table to pick up beads and bid card. Preauthorize a credit
card for this one night and speed up checkout at the end of the night.
• The FCC, Gathering Space and hallways have been transformed. St. Stephen’s Brass Band sets the mood with
New Orleans tunes. Select a beverage to enjoy on the way to buy a chance for the charming new game.
• Purchase a festive necklace to be part of the Heads or Tails Game for a $500 cash prize.
• Before the Live Auction begins, the winner of the Best of the Live Raffle will be drawn. Choose your prize: the
40” Smart TV, Double Strand Pearl Necklace with diamond accents, the nine set LEGO collection, the Green
Mountain Pellet Grill, or the Poly Lumber Glider.
• Stroll down the Silent Auction hall and start the bidding.
• Each grade level of art classes at St. Stephen’s School created a charming,
one of a kind décor item and a theme basket.
• The Silent Auction items include original, unique rosaries, paintings,
stained glass and hand blown glass by local artists; plus many more items.
• Bid on men’s items on the way to Rex’s Refuge to taste Craft Beers or
Scotch and check Super Bowl pregame shows.
• Choose some props and visit the free Photo Booth for a picture to remember the event!
• The Hurricane Auction starts in FCC 1 at 6:15 p.m. Karen Sorbo, our auctioneer, will watch over the live
bidding on ten unique items while St. Stephen’s School teachers scribe the fast and furious bidding.
• At approximately 7:00 p.m., it’s time to be served a delicious dinner. Our dessert is a special Lenten only delicacy.
• This year’s theme is “The Saints Go Marching In” – each elegantly set table is named after a saint. Emcee
Fr. Kevin Manthey is dressed for the occasion.
• During the dinner, check and increase Silent Auction bids.
• At approximately 9:00 p.m., it’s time for the Live Auction. Hold bid numbers up high to bid. Trips, sporting
tickets, home and car improvements, and some things just for fun, starting with a special item from Fr. Jack
and ending with the opportunity to help fund two special unbudgeted need items – new drinking fountains
for the school, and an addition to the upcoming sacristy remodeling with a face lift of the Saints alcove as
well as new votive lights! Parishioners not attending can donate at the Mardi Gras table after weekend Masses.
• Sit back and relax or dance to a tribute to Frank Sinatra and Friends. After the show, pick up your invoice and
take it to the cashier room. Preauthorized credit card holders go right to the auction pick up area when the
invoices are done and skip the cashier room.
• Tickets for Mardi Gras available in the parish office and after weekend Masses. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Pastor’s Page | Fr. Jack Long
Parish Directory
PARISH OFFICE 763-421-2471
WORSHIP
Director, Bernie Leach 763-712-7435
Associate, Barbara Ferron 763-712-7458
Associate/School Liturgy Coordinator, Terri Renner
763-712-7459
FAITH FORMATION
Director and Adult Formation, Katie Gebhard 763-712-7439
Early Childhood (Sun. School), Ann Ridder 763-712-7430
Elem. Formation, Children’s Sacraments, Emilie Bauer 763712-7430
M.S. Formation, Tammy Santander 763-712-7480
H.S. Formation/Confirm., Chantell Haider 763-712-7440
RCIA Coordinator, Pam Havel 763-712-7437
Youth Ministry, Troy Bauer 763-712-7456
Formation Asst., Mary Johnson, 763-712-7456
LATINO MINISTRY
Deacon Ramón Garcia 763-712-7482
Suzanne Garcia 763-712-7464
PASTORAL CARE
Director, Sr. Mary Anne Schaenzer, SSND, 763-712-7441
SCHOOL Main Office 763-421-3236
Principal, Rebecca Gustafson 763-712-7484
Pew Kneelers to Undergo Repair Work
The WHO (We Help Others) Group will be repairing kneelers in the coming months. The affected areas will be clearly marked. Thank you for
your patience with this ongoing project
2016 Catholic Services Appeal
The 2016 Catholic Services Appeal has begun! In this Year of Mercy, we
should remember Jesus taught us the Corporal Works of Mercy: feed the
hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless,
visit the sick, visit the imprisoned, and bury the dead. These Corporal
Works of Mercy are precisely what the 17 Collective Ministries of the
Archdiocese accomplish.
Please visit CSAF’s new website: csafspm.org to learn more about the
over 200 programs of the Ministries and the many thousand in need
who are served.
2016 Archdiocesan Men’s Conference
Join men from across the Archdiocese Saturday, February 27, 8:00 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7:00 a.m. for Adoration and Confession) at
Anderson Fieldhouse, University of St. Thomas, Saint 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). Find more details, including ways to register, at www.archspm.
org/Events. Questions? Contact Susanna Bolle at [email protected] or
651-291-4411.
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PARISH ADMINISTRATION
Administrator, Jay Gish 763-712-7434
Human Resources and Finance Director., Lynne Pinewski
763-712-7472
Facility Manager, Chuck Wilson, 763-712-7474
Office Manager, Monica Freeman 763-712-7438
Admin. Asst., Facility Scheduling, Marketing Coord.,
Julie Gerads 763-712-7485
Admin. Asst., Marketplace Coord., Eileen Howe
763-712-7478
Admin. Asst., Cemetery Coord., Mary Jane Beberg
763-712-7479
Admin. Asst., Renee Hogan 763-712-7442
Weekend Admin. Asst., Sharon Sroga 763-421-2471
Weekend Admin. Asst., Kathy Whittaker 763-421-2471
Weekend Admin. Asst., Mary Ann Caesar 763-421-2471
Need Prayer?
The Church of St. Stephen Intercessory Prayer Group will pray for any
of your needs: health, financial,
marital, spiritual. All requests are
confidential. If you have a prayer
request, please call Joan, 763-2705370 or Dolores, 763-421-0612.
The Church of St. Stephen is served
by the clergy of the Archdiocese of
St. Paul and Minneapolis
Priest Staff
Fr. Jack Long, Pastor
Fr. Kevin Manthey, Parochial Vicar
Fr. Joseph Kuharski, Parochial Vicar
Deacons
Rev. Mr. Peter Bednarczyk
Rev. Mr. Charles Waugh
Rev. Mr. Ramón Garcia
Worship
‘Deanery 12 Sing’ for Parish Musicians at
St. Timothy’s in Blaine Bernie Leach
Parish musicians from six Deanery 12 parishes participated in the Eighth
Annual ‘Deanery 12 Sing’ at St. Timothy’s Catholic Church in Blaine
Wednesday, January 13. Parishes besides St. Stephen’s and St. Timothy’s were Epiphany of Coon Rapids, St. William’s of Fridley, St. Katharine
Drexel of Ramsey and St. Alphonsus of Brooklyn Center. Special thanks
to the following musicians from the Adult Contemporary Ensemble and
the Adult Choir who had a great time and represented St. Stephen’s so
well: Heather Engelhard, David Ferron, Barbara Ferron, Amanda Haberman, Cheryl Knapek, Linda Loes, Marie Tomala, Krista White, Ron Wilson,
Mina Denike, Floyd Adamczak, Faye Ahrens, Pat Czyson, Marcia Hauck,
Tony Jaros, Al Kempf, Kathy Kempf, Joan Drone and Dave Plante.
MASS Intentions
Monday, January 25
8:00 a.m. Ed and Grace Melnarik
Tuesday, January 26
8:00 a.m. Rev. John F. Riley
Wednesday, January 27
8:00 a.m. Joseph Sroga
9:00 a.m. Dominic Maniak
Thursday, January 28
8:00 a.m. Thomas Manthey
Friday, January 29
8:00 a.m. Nicholas Erhart
Saturday, January 30
8:00 a.m. Jerome Hughes
5:00 p.m. Richard J. Herzog
Sunday, January 31
8:30 a.m. Parishioners
10:30 a.m. Helen Jacobson
12:30 p.m. (Spanish) Rev. Paul C. Ardolf
6:00 p.m. Leroy Czech
Presider & Musician Schedule
Weekend of January 30/31, 2016
Baptisms
We welcomed the following children into our faith community through
the Sacrament of Baptism January 17:
Shayda May Dahlheimer, child of Theresa Dahlheimer
Addilyn Rose French, child of Jordan French and Emily Schmid
Chase Joseph Frerich, child of Joseph and Michelle Frerich
Bristol Faye Gonser-McGill, child of Jill Gonser
Clara Mary Grimm, child of Jared and Alyssa Grimm
Avery Elisabeth Hartman, child of Jason and Patrice Hartman
Claire Lynn Herman, child of Brent and Erin Herman
Greyson James Hurley, child of Jordan Hurley and Kaitlyn Kirkendall
Lincoln Michael Leavell, child of Dan and Allye Leavell
Annabel Elizabeth Lundequam, child of Mark and Leslie Lundequam
Felicity Ann Peterson, child of Eric and Emily Peterson
Lucas Timothy Wilberg, child of Matthew and Kristina Wilberg
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5:00 p.m. Fr. Kevin Manthey
St. Stephen’s School Musicians
Accompanist - Nancy Furch
8:30 a.m. Fr. Joe Kuharski
St. Stephen’s School Musicians
Accompanist - Barbara Ferron
10:30 a.m. Fr. Jack Long
St. Stephen’s School Musicians
Accompanist - Nancy Furch
12:30 p.m. Fr. Kevin Manthey
Corazon Mariano
6:00 p.m. Fr. Jack Long
Teen Music Ensemble
Accompanist - Nancy Furch
Readings for the Week
Monday: Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22/Ps 117:1-2/
Mk 16:15-18
Tuesday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Ps 96:1-3, 7-8,
10/Mk 3:31-35
Wednesday: 2 Sm 7:4-17/Ps 89:4-5, 27-30/
Mk 4:1-20
Thursday: 2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29/Ps 132:1-5,
11-14/Mk 4:21-25
Friday: 2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17/Ps 51:3-7,
10-11/Mk 4:26-34
Saturday: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17/Ps 51:12-17/
Mk 4:35-41
Next Sunday: Jer 1:4-5, 17-19/Ps 71:1-6, 1517/1 Cor 12:31--13:13 or 13:4-13/Lk 4:21-30
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Faith Formation
Last Friday Night Party
Who: Students in grades 9-12
What: There’s no better way to spend a Friday night than Last Friday
Night Party. Come ‘chill’ with other teens as we go SNOW TUBING!
Middle School
Open Youth Room
Cost: $15
Come when your school day ends
and relax and have fun February
1 from 2-5:00 p.m. in The Refuge.
We’ll have snacks, music, board
games, a Wii, do homework and
more!
Parental authorization and waiver forms are available online (http://
ststephenchurch.org/faith-formation/youth-programs/) or outside The
Refuge. Both pages must be completed in order for youth to participate
in the event.
No registration necessary, just
show up anytime between 2:00
and 5:00 p.m. and bring your
friends!
When: January 29, 6-8:00 p.m.
Where: Meet at Elm Creek Park Reserve, Maple Grove
Questions? Contact Troy at 763-712-7456, [email protected].
First Eucharist Learning Centers
Learning Centers for those preparing for First Eucharist in the spring
will be Saturday, January 30, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Faith Community Center. At least one parent is asked to come to this session with their
child and spend 90 minutes anytime within the time allotted.
RENEW YOUR SPIRIT
February 11 - 13
5:00 p.m. Thurs. - noon Sat.
Lenten ‘Little Black
Books’ Available
Beginning
Next Weekend
Back by popular demand, our
Lenten ‘Little Black Books’ will be
available in the the Gathering
Place after Mass the weekend
of January 30-31. The cost is $1
each. After that weekend, they
will be available in Stephen’s Marketplace and the Parish Office.
Men’s Retreat aat Pacem in Terris
Get away from the noise and encounter God.
A blessed opportunity to retreat in the silence and solitude of a
hermitage environment. Nestled in the beauty of God’s
creation. Includes daily Mass, prayer, discussions,
spiritual direction and confession. (Limited to 10 spots)
Led by
Father
Joe Kuharski
RSVP to office by Jan. 26 | Cost 190*
For more info., call Randy at 651-373-4981.
*subject to change
Adult Confirmation
Are you a baptized, practicing Catholic who has celebrated Reconciliation and Eucharist, and would like to be confirmed? We are aware that
some adults who, for a variety of reasons, never celebrated this sacrament. There will be a special program this winter on Thursday nights
beginning in mid-February to help prepare adults to celebrate this
sacrament May 9 at the Cathedral. You are invited to contact Katie Gebhard at either [email protected] or 763-712-7439 to register or with any questions.
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Lenten Rice Bowls
Available Next
Weekend
Each year, Catholic Relief Services asks parishes to participate in
their ‘Rice Bowl’ program. You can
pick up a ‘Rice Bowl’ the weekend
of January 30-31 in the Gathering
Place. Put your donations in and
return it to the parish close to Easter (watch for the date). Children
in the faith formation and school
programs will be receiving them.
Questions can be directed to Katie Gebhard at either 763-7127439 or [email protected].
School
Enroll with Confidence
From pre-school through eighth
grade, St. Stephen’s School offers a quality faith-based Catholic
Education. Come join our family
of believers. All are welcome! To
enroll, please call the school office at 763-421-3236.
Mission Statement
St. Stephen’s Catholic School is a
caring Christian community that
nourishes spiritual development
and academic excellence.
Philosophy
St. Stephen’s Catholic School integrates
faith with academics to prepare students
to make solid Christian choices. It is an
accredited, private school, comprised
of pre-school, elementary, and middle
school levels.
Faith: As a vital part of the parish
community, we educate students in a
Catholic atmosphere enriched by the
Gospel messages of peace and justice.
The spiritual development of students is
the primary goal. The school recognizes
that a person's faith is formed by living
out that faith in community through
prayer, worship, service and study; and
grounded in our Catholic tradition.
Academics: In partnership with their
family, each student is encouraged and
directed to reach his or her potential.
Our academic program emphasizes mastery of the basics, academic excellence,
and a variety of extracurricular activities.
The school prepares students to be fully
equipped for their next level of academic
achievement.
Community: The school seeks to provide
a safe and trusting learning environment
where each student is valued and challenged to grow spiritually, academically,
emotionally, socially, and physically.
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Pastoral Care
U.S. Bishops’ Website Provides Helpful Resources
Please Pray for...
Sr. Mary Anne Schaenzer, SSND
Susie Abbott
Michael Abbott
Lynn Aker
Jo Alexander
Marie Amberg
Rosie Ancheta
Casanova Antonia
Geoff Arseneau
Donna Bajtosh
Rose Bartholomew
Pat Bednarczyk
Bruce Berg
Matt Berg
Sue Berg
Harlen Beyer
Judy Biermaier
Anne Blue
Jeffery Blue
Wayne Blue
James Boyce
Don Breyen
Julie Bright
Kenneth Bright
Sheila Brisbin
Jerry Brletich
Phil Brunt
Deborah Burkhardt-Cotter
Harold Burkhardt Jr.
Theresa Burns
Erma Butler
Dorothy Carver
Judy Chouinard
Shane Cotter Jr.
Linda Czech
Daniel Daly
Bernice Davich
Phyllis Day
Aeryn DeKrey
Samantha Rose DeLapp
Rosemary Donnette
Barb Dryden
Jami Ducharme
Richard Duclos
Roslyn Duclos
Jeff Eickhoff
Pam Eklund
Rachel Aykens Elliot
Sr. Catherine Fiegen
Liam Fields
Theresa Filkins
Richard Fillmore
Ron Flor
Jeff Fox
Paul Gammelgaard
John Gobernatz
Sherry Goldenstein
Mila Gonser-McGill
Chris Gorres
Lynn Gravett
Cullen Groff
Gloria Guimont
Natalie Guimont
Guthrie Family
Don Haller
Greg Harm
Cody Harmon
Sandra Hartmann
Khloe Hartnett
Mary Heie
J.C. and E.L.P. Hernandez
Jane Herr
Richard Hoelscher
Marie Doris Hovind
On the U.S. Bishops website (http://usccb.org/) there are many resources. I would encourage those of you who use the internet to take a little
time to look at and perhaps bookmark this site.
One of the resources currently being used by the Peace and Justice
Committee is in the section under Issues and Action. It is a document
called Faithful Citizenship. “This statement represents our guidance for
Catholics in the exercise of their rights and duties as participants in our
democracy.” The full title of the document is Forming Consciences for
Faithful Citizenship. “This version draws on the wealth of papal teaching
since the 2007 version…such as the later magisterium of Pope Benedict
XVI and that of Pope Francis to date.”
Another good resource here, among many, is the section found as Today’s Reading under Bible. You can listen to the reading or read it online.
On many days one can also listen to a reflection.
There are also many prayer resources – take a look.
Grief Series to Begin in February
Growing through Loss is a grief series that provides an opportunity for
individuals to obtain information and support for a variety of grief and
loss issues. The spring series will take place on Thursdays, February
18-March 24. Each session has a speaker on a particular topic, followed
by a brief hospitality break, and then an opportunity to share in small
groups (led by facilitators) according to the loss one has experienced.
One can come just to listen to the speakers if that is preferred.
It is not necessary to register ahead of time. The sessions are sponsored
by a Coalition of Churches, including St. Stephen’s. This series will take
place at Faith Lutheran Church, 11115 Hanson Blvd., NW, Coon Rapids,
55433. Registration is at 6:45 p.m., Speaker: 7:00-7:45, and small group
sharing: 8:00-9:00 each evening.
Brochures with more detail, including each evening’s topic, are available
in the office at St. Stephen’s.
For more information, contact Sister Mary Anne at the parish office.
Be Renewed By God's Mercy
Pope Francis said, "Let's not forget that God forgives and God forgives
always." If you or someone you love is grieving the loss of a child or children to abortion, come and experience the healing mercy of Jesus Christ
on our weekend retreat. The next Rachel’s Vineyard Twin Cities' retreat
is February 5-7. For more information contact Nancy at [email protected], call 763-250-9313, or see www.rvineyardmn.org.
With Sympathy
The prayers and sympathy of the parish are offered to the family and
friends of James Gegen.
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Tatiana Huele
Katy James
James Januschka
Kathryn Jost
Tammie Kaslow
Janice Katnis
Kate Kempston
Justin Ketz
Bill Keyes
Jeremy Kletzin
Tom Kobelinski
Melissa Koscisko
Jeanette Lashinski
Edward LaTuff
Michael Lehn
Vernon Lieser
Joelle Lilly
Ellie Linn
Dolores Martinson
Shirley Masters
Ed Melnarik
Elissa Merritt
Janelle Merritt
Eileen Mevissen
John Mevissen
Madisyn Mevissen
Jane Meyers
Duane Michaelis
Bruce Novak
Jerry Odash
Kerry Offerdahl
Mary Olson
William Olson
Lucille Patchen
Barb Petschl
Bernadine Phillips
Gavin Pierson
Philip Pinewski
Bella Radbaugh
Russ Radloff
Rick and Leanne Rajtar
Linda Renstrom
Barbara Rivard
Jeff Roller
Gary Rose
Arnold Rudenick
Lynn Schaust
Matt Schaust
Dean Schenk
Tom Schinn
Eileen Scott
Jack and Millie Sigfrid
Carter Simonson
Roman Skowron
Molly Spang
Helen Stege
Kathy Steinke
Zoeann Stephens
Hope Stewart
Chad Swanson
Jeni Thomas
John and Janet Tracy
Leo Vanyo
Janet Vittitow
Jeanna Wanczykiv
Steve Waterman
Kim Wennerlund Bents
Kathy Wojcehowicz
Isaac Yarmon
Alice Zappa
Dennis Zinda
ADMINISTRATION
Fish Dinners Coming Soon - Would You Like to
Help?
Even though the beautiful season of Christmas has just passed, the
Lenten season is rapidly approaching as are the Lenten fish dinners. The
dates this year are February 12, 19, 26, March 4, 11, and 18. If anyone is
looking for a fun place to use their 'volunteering talents', please contact
Carole Santer at (763) 421-1971 or [email protected].
Stewardship
Reflection
Go, eat rich foods
and drink sweet
drinks, and allot
portions to those
who had nothing
prepared…” (Nehemiah 8:10)
Ezra’s instructions to the people show us that God does not forbid us
from enjoying the good things in life, he wants us to be happy! However, He expects us to generously share our blessings with those who
are in need, without expecting anything in return.
2016 Newly Married Retreat
Calendar of Events
Monday, January 25
Church Cleaners: Church/Chapel/FCC 6, 8:30 a.m.
Men’s Group: St. Paul Room, 5:30 p.m.
Formation Commission: FCC 9, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 26
Grs. 1-8 Faith Formation: FCC 1-9, 6:15 p.m.
Mardi Gras Decorating Committee: Archbishop
Romero Room, 6:30 p.m.
Pastoral Council Meeting: FCC 10, 7:00 p.m.
Wedding Workshop II: (call 763-421-2471 to register) St. Paul Room, 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 27
WHO Group: Archbishop Romero Room, 8:30 a.m.
Grs. 1-8 Faith Formation: FCC/School, 6:15 p.m.
Men’s Group: St. Paul Room, 6:30 p.m.
‘Faith through Film’ for Grs. 9-12: The Refuge,
6:30 p.m.
Reconciliation: Chapel, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 28
H.S. Catechist Training: The Refuge, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 29
Saturday, January 30
Reconciliation: Chapel, 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 31
Catholic Schools Week Open House: School,
9:30 a.m.-12 noon
H.S. Formation/Confirmation: Both the 4:15 and
7:15 groups will meet in the Gym at 7:15 p.m.
Men’s Group: St. Paul Room, 7:00 p.m.
Intercessory Prayer Group: Bride’s Room, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 6, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., St. Charles Borromeo
This retreat is for all couples married 0 to 7 years wishing to have a happy,
holy and healthy marriage. The retreat includes a Keynote presentation
by Bishop Cozzens, breakout sessions, reconciliation and the opportunity for couples to renew wedding vows. The cost is $40 per couple, including continental breakfast and catered lunch. More details and registration are available at www.archspm.org/nmr. For more information,
please call 651-291-4488.
World Day of the Sick
Fathers Allen Paul Eilen and Joseph Johnson will concelebrate Mass dedicated for the sick, caregivers, health care professionals and chaplains.
The World Day of the Sick is a reminder for all of us to pray for those
who are sick, to recognize and honor those who work in health care
and those who serve as caregivers. Praying for the sick is a spiritual act
of mercy. Questions contact [email protected] or call 651-3735369. All are welcome! February 13 - 10:00 a.m. Mass - with reception
to follow. Saint John the Baptist (handicapped accessible) 835 2nd Ave.
NW, New Brighton, MN 55112.
Bible Study Takes
a Winter Break
Bible study will not be held
Thursday evenings in January. It will resume February
4, 7:00 p.m. in the Crosier
Room (not FCC 4 due to
Mardi Gras prep).
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La Semana de Las Escuelas Catolicas “Open House”
El domingo, 31 de enero, de 9:30 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
Los Libritos Negros de La Cuaresma
Ya tenemos los libritos negros, de las lecturas cuaresmales, de venta por
$1.00 cada uno. Se puede comprarlos después de la misa, el 31 de enero. De ahí en adelante, estarán de venta en la oficina parroquial y en la
tienda Stephen’s Market Place, frente de La Capilla del Santísimo.
Los Tazones de Arroz
Cada año, Los Catholic Relief Services piden a las parroquias a que participen en el Programa de Los Tazones de Arroz. Se puede recoger los
tazones después de la misa el 31 de enero. El propósito es de depositar dinero dentro del tazón a lo largo de la Cuaresma, y entragarlos en
la Pascua. Contactar a Katie Gebhard con preguntas, al 763-712-7439 o
[email protected].
Las Cenas de Pescado
¿Te gustaría ayudar con las cenas de pescado? Parece que apenas pasó
todo del tiempo Navideño, pero La Cuaresma está por venir. Las fechas
de las cenas son: 12, 19, 26 de febrero y en marzo, 4, 11, and 18. Si desean
utilizar sus talentos de voluntarios, favor de contactar a Carole Santer at
(763) 421-1971 o [email protected].
Ser Renovados Por La Misericordia de Dios
El Papa Francisco dijo, “Que no nos olvidemos que Dios perdona y que
nos perdona siempre” Si tú, o alguien que conoces, esta triste por haber
pasado por un aborto provocado, vengan a experimentar la misericordia sanadora de Jesuscristo, asistiendo a un retiro de un fin de semana.
El próximo retiro de Rachel’s Vineyard es el 5-7 de febrero. Para mas
información contactar a Nancy a [email protected], o llamar a
763-250-9313, o el sitio del internet: www.rvineyardmn.org.
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Bienvenidos
MISA DOMINICAL
En Español todos los
Domingos a las 12:30 p.m.
Horario de Oficinas en Español:
con el Diácono:
Domingo y Martes
de 10:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes:
de 1:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
Sábados: de 11:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
Tel. 763-712-7482
Fax. 763-421-4230
Iglesia de San Esteban
Oficina Parroquial en Inglés:
Tel. 763-421-2471
Párroco
Padre Jack Long
Pastor Asociado
Padre Kevin Manthey
Tel. 763-712-7421
Diácono
Ramón García
Tel. 763-712-7482
Preparación Matrimonial
Llamar seis meses antes
de la fecha deseada
Información para la preparación
Sacramental:
Bautismos, Primera Comunión,
Reconciliación, Confirmación
Matrimonios y celebraciones
para Quinceañera
Lecturas de La Semana
Lunes: Hch 22, 3-16 o 9, 1-22/Sal 117, 1-2/Mc
16, 15-18
Martes: 2 Tim 1, 1-8 o Tit 1, 1-5/Sal 96, 1-3. 7-8.
10/Mc 3, 31-35
Miércoles: 2 Sm 7, 4-17/Sal 89, 4-5. 27-30/Mc
4, 1-20
Jueves: 2 Sm 7, 18-19. 24-29/Sal 132, 1-5.
11-14/Mc 4, 21-25
Viernes: 2 Sm 11, 1-4. 5-10. 13-17/Sal 51, 3-7.
10-11/Mc 4, 26-34
Sábado: 2 Sm 12, 1-7. 10-17/Sal 51, 12-17/Mc
4, 35-41
El Próximo Domingo: Jr 1, 4-5. 17-19/Sal 71,
1-6. 15-17/1 Cor 12, 31--13, 13 o 13, 4-13/Lc 4,
21-30
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Pláticas
Bautismales
Las pláticas pre-bautismales
se toman el primer sábado
de cada mes. Llamar a la
parroquia para llenar la registración para confirmar la
fecha de su asistencia para la
plática del bautismo.
1. La celebración del Bautizo
son los domingos dentro de
la misa de las 12:30 pm, o el
tercer o cuarto sábado del
mes a las 10:30 am.
2. En la Iglesia de St. Stephen
no hay cuota para el sacramento del bautismo.
3. Las pláticas las tomarán
papás y padrinos. Se recomienda que si los padres no
están casados por la Iglesia
Católica al menos los Padrinos si lo estén, o ser totalmente solteros, sin estar
conviviendo con ninguna
otra persona. Los padrinos
tienen que ser católicos.
4. Las pláticas bautismales
son los sábados (llamar para
las fechas exactas del mes),
de 11:00 am a 1:00 pm. en el
salón Romero.
Llamar para registrarse al:
Diácono Ramon Garcia: Tel
763-712-7482.
Fechas Próximas Para Las
Pláticas Bautismales:
llamar a la oficina.
Fechas Próximas Para La
Celebración de los Bautismos (los sábados):
llamar a la oficina.
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El Sacramento de La Reconciliación
El sacramento de la Reconciliación es uno de los tesoros más grandes de
nuestra fe católica, porque es por medio de la confesión que experimentamos la sanación y la misericordia de nuestro Señor, por todos nuestros
pecados. Es por esta razón que la Iglesia pide a todos los católicos que
nos confesemos por lo menos una vez al año, y nos invita a frecuentar el
sacramento aún más.
Las confesiones en español:
miércoles, 27 de enero, 7 p.m.
sábado, 30 de enero, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
miércoles, 3 de febrero, 7 p.m.
sábado, 6 de febrero, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Fiesta “Last Friday Night” Para Jóvenes
Quienes: Los estudiantes en grados 9-12
Que: No hay mejor manera de pasar un viernes en la noche que “Last Friday Night” Vengan a participar en la excursión de “Snow Tubing” (Deslizar en la nieve, sobre llantas infladas)
Cuando: el 29 de enero, de 6-8:00 p.m.
Donde: Juntarse en Elm Creek Park Reserve, Maple Grove
Costo: $15
Los padres de familia tienen que firmar una hoja de consentimiento y de
autorización, por internet en http://ststephenchurch.org/faith-formation/youth-programs/; o también hay hojas fuera de The Refuge. Para
que los estudiantes participen, las dos hojas tienen que ser firmadas.
Si hay preguntas, contactar a Troy at 763-712-7456, o por correo electrónico al [email protected].
Actividad Para Jóvenes de Middle School
Vengan al final del día escolar, para relajarse y pasarlo bien el 1 de febrero de 2:00 p.m. a 5:00 p.m. en The Refuge Habrá bocadillos, música,
juegos de mesa, Wii, la oportunidad de terminar las tareas, y más. No es
necesario registrarse-solo hay que llegar, e invitar a los amigos también.
Una Reflexión De La Corresponsabilidad
3er Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Id y comed manjares grasos, bebed bebidas dulces y mandad su ración
a quien no tiene nada preparado...” (Nehemías 8:10)
¡Las instrucciones de Esdras al pueblo nos muestran que Dios no nos
prohíbe disfrutar de las cosas buenas de la vida, Él quiere que seamos
felices! Sin embargo, Él espera de nosotros que seamos generosos con
aquellos que tienen necesidades, sin esperar nada a cambio.
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2016-Recaudando Fondos Para Los Servicios
Católicos
La Escuela Católica de
San Esteban
La Recaudación de Fondos para Los Servicios Católicos está por comenzar. En este año de la Misericordia, debemos acordarnos que Jesús nos
enseña las obras corporales de la misericordia: dar de comer a los hambrientos, dar de beber a los sedientos, vestir a los desnudos, dar vivienda
a los que no tienen, visitar a los enfermos, visitar a los encarcelados y
enterrar a los muertos. Estas obras corporales son precisamente lo que
los 17 Ministerios Colectivos de La Arquidiócesis realizan. Favor de visitar al nuevo sitio del internet: csafspm.org para aprender más de los 200
programas de los Ministerios y los miles necesitados que reciben ayuda.
Open House, para Los Estudiantes Ex-alumnos de La Escuela
Católica de San Esteban
el 6 de febrero, de 3:00 p.m. a
5:00 p.m.
Mardi Gras de La Iglesia Católica
de San Esteban, sábado, 6 de febrero
Para R.S.V.P., visita a www.ststephenschool.org, o en Facebook o
763-421-3236.
La Escuela Católica de
San Esteban
La Filosofía
La Escuela Católica de San Esteban integra a la
fe con lo académico, para preparar a los estudiantes a tomar decisiones solidas cristianas. Es
una escuela privada y acreditada, de los grados
pre-school, primaria y segundaria (middle
school).
La Conferencia Arquidiocesana de 2016, Para
Hombres
Sábado, el 27 de febrero, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Se abren las puertas a las
7:00 a.m. para la adoración y para las confesiones. Local: Anderson Fieldhouse, University of St. Thomas, Saint Paul
Los hombres de todas las edades están invitados a una mañana llena de
fe y de hermandad. El Obispo Cozzens va a guiar a los hombres a una
misión nueva: Catholic Watchmen – llamando a los hombres a ser protectores, proveedores y líderes de sus familias. La conferencia incluye:
La Misa, el desayuno, presentaciones interesantes y más. El costo es
$20.00 por adulto, $10.00 por estudiante (hasta High school senior) Para
más detalles, incluyendo como registrarse, www.archspm.org/Events. Si
tienen preguntas, llamar o escribir a Susanna Bolle at bolles@archspm.
org o 651-291-4411.
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La Fe: Como parte vital de la comunidad
parroquial, educamos a los estudiantes en un
ambiente católica enriquecida por el mensaje
del Evangelio de la paz y la justicia. El desarrollo espiritual de los estudiantes es la meta
principal. La escuela reconoce que la fe de cada
persona se forma al vivir la fe en comunidad,
por medio de la oración, la liturgia, el servicio
y el estudio, arraizada en nuestra tradición
católica.
Lo Académico: En conjunto con la familia,
cada estudiante es alentado y guiado a alcanzar todo su potencial Nuestro programa
académica enfatiza la maestría de los cursos
básicos, la excelencia académica y una variedad
de actividades extracurriculares. La escuela
prepara a los estudiantes a que estén completamente preparados por su próximo nivel de
logros académicos.
La Comunidad: La escuela provee un ambiente seguro y de confianza, para el aprendizaje,
donde cada estudiante es valorado y retado a
crecer espiritual, académica, emocional, social
y físicamente.