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- February 5, 2023
- January 29, 2023
- January 22, 2023
- January 15, 2023
- January 8, 2023
- January 1, 2023
- December 25, 2022
- December 18, 2022
- December 11, 2022
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- October 2, 2022
- September 25, 2022
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- September 11, 2022
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- August 28, 2022
- August 21, 2022
- August 14, 2022
- August 7, 2022
- Mass Opening Letter
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February 5, 2023
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time February 5, 2023 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, February 11, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (February 8): 6:00 P.M.
Virgil & Sally Johansen t by Dave & Leann Horak Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (February 9): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Cameron Placke
Special Intention by Patricia Swanson Gift Bearers: Norm & Geri Wissing Family
Friday (February 10): 6:45 A.M.
Joe Jindra t by Doug & Carolyn Kuta Sunday, February 12, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (February 11): 4:30 P.M.
Larry Forbes t by Marcia Forbes Lector: Jerry Placke
Sunday (February 12): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Kalen Weller, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Mike & Kelly Grim Family
February Ushers: **Daron Mamot, Gene Placke, Kevin Mamot, Brad Santin, Mike Robison, Darin Placke
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
January 28 & 29, 2023
Offering: $7,334.25 Online: $20.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We have met our dollar and household
Parish Goal: $20,274.00 goal. Thank you to everyone who contributed!
Total Raised: $21,829.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 76
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*February 6 – Music Team Practice 6:45 P.M.-8:00 P.M. Anyone who likes to sing is welcome!
*February 8 - Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M.
*February 11 – Valentine Supper 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M.
*February 22 - Ash Wednesday, Masses at 6:45 A.M. & 6:45 P.M.
*March 13 – CCW/Altar Society meeting at 7:00 P.M. in the parish hall.
FROM THE PASTORS DESKYou will find in the pew a brochure concerning the construction of a Catholic elementary school in Grand Island. I encourage you to read it carefully and give it prayerful consideration.
Perhaps you are inclined to dismiss it because you have no children or grandchildren who will be attending. Please reconsider. There is an aspect of our Catholic Faith that has been lost to our understanding, discipleship. The evidence of this loss is bore out by the miffed response to encouragements to share our Catholic faith with others. “Is this something Catholic do? Isn’t that something that non-Catholics do going door to door? Are we even supposed to do that? I don’t think I am capable of doing that!”
Such are the thoughts that run through our minds. But the answer is an emphatic, YES! Catholics by their Baptism and Confirmation are commissioned and expected by our Lord to share their faith with others. Does this mean you are expected to go door to door? Yes and no. If you are thinking about going down the street, house to house, probably not. That is a special mission or calling, not for everyone. But yes, in the sense that we should be taking our faith with us through every door we pass through and always be open to witnessing to our faith as best we can. (Remember, Jesus said not to prepare ahead what you will say, it will be given to you in the moment.)
So, what does this have to do with Catholic elementary education? Everything! Your support is a grand opportunity to share your Catholic faith. Each one of us has a Catholic, moral obligation to pass on the gift of our faith in Christ and increase the Father’s children by expanding the Church. Our world desperately needs a new generation of saints. I ask, is it any less meritorious to make a saint as to be one? Or do we become a saint by making saints? I am not overstating when I claim that Central Catholic of Grand Island is on track to doing exactly that, making saints.
Please pray about this and consider if you could make a gift, even a small one. The Lord will bless you!
Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid.
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
ASH WEDNESDAY – Ash Wednesday is February 22nd.
Masses at 6:45 A.M. and 6:45 P.M.
MUSIC TEAM – The Music Team practices every other Monday at 6:45 P.M. The next practice is February 6th. Anyone who
enjoys singing is welcome.
GIFT BEARERS - Gift Bearers take the bread, wine and offering to the altar after the collection is taken. Families are generally scheduled for one Mass per month, and you can specify a preference for Saturday evening or Sunday Morning. If you and your family are interested in being Gift Bearers during Mass, contact Cathy Wieck (405-406-1857 or [email protected]).
CCW MEETING – CCW/Altar Society meeting will be Monday,
March 13th at 7:00 P.M. in the parish hall.
Note: No meeting or coffee and rolls in February.
PRO-LIFE COFFEE - Pro-Life Coffee, Sat. Feb. 18, 8:30 –11 AM, Riverside Golf Club, 2820 Riverside Dr., GI. You will have the opportunity to visit with and hear many of our NE political figures who support Pro-Life efforts, including Gov. Jim Pillen, Atty. Gen. Mike Hilgers, State Sen. Joni Albrecht and more. This event is free and open to the public.
FAITH FORMATION
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION – Have you ever experienced Eucharistic Adoration? If you have not or it has been a while, consider coming to Eucharistic Adoration this week!- Wednesday, February 8 Eucharistic Adoration 6:30 P.M.-
ST. LIBORY CATHOLIC CHURCH FUNDRAISER
18th Annual Valentine Supper
Enjoy a sumptuous steak dinner including wine & dessert.
Date
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Serving 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
St. Libory Catholic Church Parish Hall
505 Spruce Street, St. Libory NE 68872
Cost
$40.00 per person or $300 per table of 8
Must be 21 years of age to attend.
Reservation and Payment
Due to limited seating, reservations and payment must be received by February 5, 2023
Please return the reservation information with payment to:
Beth & Ken Kozisek - 106 Eagle Rd
St. Libory NE 68872
308-379-7170 or 308-379-1949
Make checks payable to St. Libory Catholic Church
Reservations will be confirmed by phone or email.
Invites were sent to people who attended previously.
You are invited to 4:30 P.M. Mass before dinner for a blessing of Husbands and Wives and recognition of Anniversaries.
PRAYERS
- February is dedicated to the Holy Family.
- Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for February 2023: Parishes
We pray that parishes, placing communion at the center, may increasingly become communities of faith, fraternity, and welcome towards those most in need.
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January 29, 20234th Sunday in Ordinary Time January 29, 2023 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, February 4, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (February 1): 6:00 P.M.
Bert Placke t by Gene & Kay Placke Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (February 2): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
Tom Warner t by Ann Wieck Gift Bearers: Jen Heaton Family
Friday (February 3): 6:45 A.M.
Richard Donovan t by Tim & Colleen Donovan Sunday, February 5, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (February 4): 4:30 P.M.
Jim Wieck t by Jim Heaton Lector: Chris Wichmann
Sunday (February 5): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Kinren Etherton, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Jim & Vi Mamot
February Ushers: **Daron Mamot, Gene Placke, Kevin Mamot, Brad Santin, Mike Robison, Darin Placke
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
January 21 & 22, 2023
Offering: $2,872.85 Online: $25.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We have met our dollar goal! We need 1 more household Parish Goal: $20,274.00 to contribute to reach both our goals.
Total Raised: $21,479.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 74
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*February 1 – Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Faith Formation Students at 7:20 P.M.
*February 6 – Music Team Practice 6:45 P.M.-8:00 P.M. Anyone who likes to sing is welcome!
*February 8 - Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M.
*February 11 – Valentine Supper 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M.
*March 13 – CCW/Altar Society meeting at 7:00 P.M. in the parish hall.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
This week is Catholic Schools Week, and it will be celebrated at Central Catholic in Grand Island. As of this school year we have two students from our parish attending. The first in a very long time. They both report that they are doing well and love their new setting. By the support of the parish council, they are provided with $1000 tuition assistance. This will probably continue to be available to any future students from our parish. The last school year the tuition for 6-8 grades was $4470 and 9-12 $4945. There is also other financial aid and tuition assistance available by application.
I want to put a plug in for Central Catholic. Catholic school played a huge part in my family’s journey to the Catholic faith. Seeking a better education option for the kids, we enrolled them in the local Catholic high school with no intention of becoming Catholic. It was there that I encountered a catechism and good witnesses. You know the rest of the story.
I am also aware of personal affections for our school of graduation. Carol and I both graduated from the same public high school, and we have many memories and attachments. But we came to a place in life where we had to really evaluate what was happening to our children. In our situation, they were being exposed to influences that were not morally good, expressions opposed Christian views and sent the wrong message as to what proper Christian lifestyles should be. It was not an easy decision. We did experience painful rejection from our local school acquaintances. As time went by there were reasons to question our choice. But the long story proved it to be the best choice by far. Today as I write this, all 15 of our school age grandchildren are in that same school and thriving.
Now I know as well as you that Catholic school have gone through very troubled times just like the Church. Many, if not most, are still in trouble. Many are barely recognizable as having any Christian influence at all. Many openly oppose Catholic moral teaching. But that is not the case with Central Catholic. It is genuinely Catholic! For the past 4 years I have served as chaplain. I have watched the administration and students. I am delighted to tell you of the spiritual growth I see progressing day to day. There is weekly all school Mass, (The kids kneel on the hard wood floor during the Eucharistic prayers! What’s that tell you?) They have an optional chapel Mass on Tuesdays. There is usually Adoration every Thursday with the opportunity for Confession. The Lord is present in the tabernacle in the chapel, open for the youth and staff to visit, which they do! There are stations of the cross in the hallways as well as icons of the saints. I can say more but I am out of space. I invite you to support our Catholic school!
Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid.
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
MUSIC TEAM – The Music Team practices every other Monday at 6:45 P.M. The next practice is February 6th. Anyone whoFAITH FORMATION
CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY – Parishioners are invited to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with the Faith Formation students on February 1 at 7:20 P.M.
ST. LIBORY CATHOLIC CHURCH FUNDRAISER
18th Annual Valentine Supper
Enjoy a sumptuous steak dinner including wine & dessert.
Date
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Serving 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
St. Libory Catholic Church Parish Hall
505 Spruce Street, St. Libory NE 68872
Cost
$40.00 per person or $300 per table of 8
Must be 21 years of age to attend.
Reservation and Payment
Due to limited seating, reservations and payment must be received by
February 5, 2023
Please return the reservation information with payment to:
Beth & Ken Kozisek
106 Eagle Rd
St. Libory NE 68872
308-379-7170 or 308-379-1949
Make checks payable to St. Libory Catholic Church
Reservations will be confirmed by phone or email.
Invites were sent to people who attended previously.
Extra forms are available at the entry of the church.
You are invited to 4:30 P.M. Mass before dinner for a blessing of Husbands and Wives and recognition of Anniversaries.
PRAYERS
- January is dedicated to the Most Holy Name of Jesus.
- Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for January 2023: Educators
We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than competition and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.
enjoys singing is welcome.
CCW MEETING – CCW/Altar Society meeting will be Monday,
March 13th at 7:00 P.M. in the parish hall.
Note: No meeting or coffee and rolls in February due to Valentines
Dinner.
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January 22, 20233rd Sunday in Ordinary Time January 22, 2023 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, January 28, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (January 25):
No Daily Mass. Lector: Jen Myers
Thursday (January 26): Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
No Daily Mass. Gift Bearers: Tom & Kaylene Weller
Friday (January 27):
No Daily Mass. Sunday, January 29, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (January 28): 4:30 P.M.
For All Parishioners Lector: Bob Bogus
Sunday (January 29): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Hayden Heaton, Blake Wissing, Eli Placke
Eldon Wichmann t by Shelly Polensky Gift Bearers: Justin & Becky Meyer Family
January Ushers: **Bob Singkofer, Steve Wissing, Brett Santin, Rod Wichmann, Monte Stelk, Tim Schleicher
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
January 14 & 15, 2023
Offering: $3,398.75 Online: $95.00
Solemnity of Mary: $20.00 Immaculate Conception: $5.00 Christmas Offering: $20.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We have met our dollar goal! We still need 4 more households to Parish Goal: $20,274.00 to contribute to reach both our goals.
Total Raised: $21,044.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 71
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*January 25 – 27 – No Daily Masses.
*February 11 – Valentine Supper 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
Most of you are aware that at the end of October I had knee replacement. It has gone well with the exception of some related difficulties with my lower back spasms, probably caused by me walking different. I am now preparing for some more updating. You are aware that I have difficulty in hearing, and it continues to deteriorate. This Thursday, Jan. 26th, I will have installed a Cochlear implant for hearing. This involves surgically inserting a very small device to my inner ear connected to a device under my scalp. Another small device attaches magnetically to the under-scalp device. Together they transmit sound to my inner ear if all works properly. If successful, it should make a big difference in my ability to hear.
Therefore, there will not be daily Mass this week as I will be traveling on Wednesday so I can be in Omaha for the surgery on Thursday. This will be done as an outpatient, but they advise me to take it easy for a few days. So, the following Sunday, Mass will be covered by a visiting priest.
I know I can count on your prayers. God bless you.
Yours in Christ out Lord, Fr. Sid.
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
DAILY MASSES - No daily masses on Wednesday, January 25th, Thursday, January 26th or Friday, January 27th.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help
with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend
(either Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information,
contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857;
Email: [email protected]).
FAITH FORMATION
CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY - Parishioners are invited to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with the Faith Formation students on January 25 at 7:20 P.M.
ST. LIBORY CATHOLIC CHURCH FUNDRAISER
18th Annual Valentine Supper
Enjoy a sumptuous steak dinner including wine & dessert
Date
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Serving 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
St. Libory Catholic Church Parish Hall
505 Spruce Street, St. Libory NE 68872
Cost
$40.00 per person or $300 per table of 8
Must be 21 years of age to attend
Reservation and Payment
Due to limited seating, reservations and payment must be received by
February 5, 2023
Please return the reservation information with payment to:
Beth & Ken Kozisek
106 Eagle Rd
St. Libory NE 68872
308-379-7170 or 308-379-1949
Make checks payable to St. Libory Catholic Church
Reservations will be confirmed by phone or email.
Invites were sent to people who attended previously.
Extra forms are available at the entry of the church.
You are invited to 4:30 P.M. Mass before dinner for a blessing of Husbands and Wives and recognition of Anniversaries.
PRAYERS
- January is dedicated to the Most Holy Name of Jesus.
- Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for January 2023: Educators
We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than competition and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.
- On Sunday January 22 from 3 to 4 PM, at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Bishop Hanefeldt will lead a Holy Hour praying for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. All are welcome. Please continue to provide prayers and petitions for the protection of the unborn. https://www.respectlife.org/january-22.
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January 15, 20232nd Sunday in Ordinary January 15,2023 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, January 21, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (January 18): 6:00 P.M.
Elsie Houdek t by Bob & Rose Helgoth Family Lector: Toni Nielsen
Thursday (January 19): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
Yvonne Jeaneret t by Dr. John & Deb Crotty Gift Bearers: Gene & Sheila Horak
Friday (January 20): 6:45 A.M.
Rev. Bob Warner t by Patricia Swanson Sunday, January 22, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (January 21): 4:30 P.M.
Archie Ambrose t by Norm, Geri & Jason Wissing Lector: Tony Placke
Sunday (January 22): 9:00 A.M. Servers: James Buhrman, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Tim & Colleen Donovan
January Ushers: **Bob Singkofer, Steve Wissing, Brett Santin, Rod Wichmann, Monte Stelk, Tim Schleicher
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
January 7 & 8, 2023
Offering: $4,030.80 Online: $595.00
Christmas offering: $75.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We have met our dollar goal! We still need 9 more households Parish Goal: $20,274.00 to contribute to reach both our goals.
Total Raised: $20,365.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 66
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*January 15 - Confirmation Sponsor & Candidate meeting in the Parish Hall.
*January 16 – Music Team practice in the choir loft.
*January 18 - Eucharistic Adoration 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M. Benediction at 7:20 P.M.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
In our Gospel reading for this Sunday, John the Baptist declares about Jesus, “Behold the lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.” That should sound very familiar because it is said in every Mass by the priest as he holds up the consecrated host before the congregation saying, “Behold the lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sin of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the lamb.” And the response is, “Lord I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.”
This declaration and response are pure Holy Scripture. The first comes from today’s Gospel. The reference to the lamb’s supper comes from the end of the Book of Revelation, referring to the great banquet of the Lord and the redeemed at the end of time. The response is from the words of the Roman Centurion whose faith is commended by Jesus when he says it is unnecessary for Jesus to come to his home to heal his servant. He only needs to say it will be done and that is enough.
We make the response in the Mass as we look upon the consecrated Host, held up in the hands of the priest for all to see. It is our declaration of faith in the real presence of the Lord in the form of bread. Like the Centurion, we declare our faith in the words of Jesus when he says, “This is My Body. This is My Blood.”
Yours in Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid.
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help
with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend
(either Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected]).
PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Email: [email protected]; Mobile: 405-406-1857) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
FAITH FORMATION
CONFIRMATION - Please pray for the high school students and their Confirmation Sponsors as they meet Sunday, January 15 after 9:00 A.M. Mass.
FIRST RECONCILIATION - This week 5 students received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time. Please keep Brynlea Friedrichsen, Aurora Helgoth, Paige Loeffelbein, Easton Meyer, and Huxten Wissing in your prayers as they continue to prepare for First Communion.PRAYERS
- January is dedicated to the Most Holy Name of Jesus.
- Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for January 2023: Educators
We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than competition and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.
- On Sunday January 22 from 3 to 4 PM, at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Bishop Hanefeldt will lead a Holy Hour praying for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. All are welcome. Please continue to provide prayers and petitions for the protection of the unborn. https://www.respectlife.org/january-22.
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January 8, 2023THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD January 8, 2023 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, January 14, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (January 11): 6:00 P.M.
Barbara Farrell t by Jack & Babs Heaton Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (January 12): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Cameron Placke
Jerome Warner t by Patricia Swanson Gift Bearers: Doug & Carolyn Kuta
Friday (January 13): 6:45 A.M.
Clarence & Mayme Arends t by Arends Family Sunday, January 15, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (January 14): 4:30 P.M.
For All Parishioners Lector: Shayla Tibbetts
Sunday (January 15): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Kalen Weller, Eli Placke
Bill & Rose Dixson by Shirley Hanisch Gift Bearers: Joe & MaKayla Coufal Family
January Ushers: **Bob Singkofer, Steve Wissing, Brett Santin, Rod Wichmann, Monte Stelk, Tim Schleicher
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
December 31 & January 1, 2023
Offering: $2,828.95 Solemnity of Mary: $526.05 Online: $120.00
Christmas offering: $570.00 Christmas Flowers: $60.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We need $929 and 16 more households to donate to
Parish Goal: $20,274.00 reach both our goals.
Total Raised: $19,345.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 59
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*January 9 - CCW meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the parish hall.
*January 11 – Faith Formation resumes 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
*January 11 – Confirmation (Grades 9-12) begins longer sessions 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
*January 16 – Music Team practice in the choir loft.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
The last day of 2022 brought us the death of Pope Benedict, the previous holy father before Francis. Pope Benedict was of particular affection to me. He was instrumental in the official permission of the Church for me to be ordained a priest. He gave the initial approval when he was head of the Congregation of the Faith and years later, he gave the final approval when he held the office of Pope.
But more than just giving the formal approval, Pope Benedict the theologian guided me into understanding the Catholic faith. He centered upon the relationship with Christ that is necessary for anyone to understand and grow in faith. The hallmark of his writings is their understandability. He used common events for illustrations and simple language to speak about deep and mysterious subjects. This simplicity speaks volumes about his humility and love for the faithful to understand.
May he rest in peace! Fr. Sid
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
CCW MEETING/JAN 9 – Please join us for our next CCW meeting on Monday, January 9th at 7:00 p.m. in the parish hall.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help with livestreaming weekend masses at St. Libory We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend (either Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected]
PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Email: [email protected]; Mobile: 405-406-1857) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
FAITH FORMATION
RECONCILIATION - Please pray for the students in Grade 2 as they receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation this week.
PRAYERS
- January is dedicated to the Most Holy Name of Jesus.
- Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for January 2023: Educators
We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than competition and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.
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January 1, 2023SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD January 1, 2023 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, January 7, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (January 4): 6:00 P.M.
Warren Leschinsky t by Mathis Family Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (January 5): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Jack Dale Swanson t by Patricia Swanson Gift Bearers: Dave & Leann Horak
Friday (January 6): 6:45 A.M.
Pat O’Connor t by Tim & Colleen Donovan Sunday, January 8, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (January 7): 4:30 P.M.
For All Parishioners Lector: Jerry Placke
Sunday (January 8): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Kinren Etherton, Eli Placke
Bill Placke t by Gene & Kay Placke Gift Bearers: Jim & Vi Mamot
January Ushers: **Bob Singkofer, Steve Wissing, Brett Santin, Rod Wichmann, Monte Stelk, Tim Schleicher
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
December 24 & 25, 2022
Offering: $3,454.10 Christmas offering: $5,630.00 Online: $20.00 Christmas flowers: $45.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We need $929 and 16 more households to donate to
Parish Goal: $20,274.00 reach both our goals.
Total Raised: $19,345.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 59
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*January 4 – No Faith Formation.
FROM THE PASTORS DESKWELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
What a perfect way to start a new year by assisting at Mass. Does that sound strange? I’m sure it does. You probably expected to hear something like, “celebrating Mass.” “Assisting,” is a word traditionally used but has fallen on hard times, being replaced by “celebrating.” What is the difference. The use of celebrate came into fashion about 50 years ago along with many other verbal slight-of-the-hands that were alleged to help bring clarity and fresh understanding. However, as time has passed, they have proven to only confuse and change understandings, frequently in a negative or false manner.
The word, celebrate is popularly understood in our culture as something people do on New Year’s Eve, eat, drink, socialize and make a happy ruckus. Unfortunately, that is the general attitude that using the word celebrate has brought to Mass. The whole idea of assisting has been lost. To show you the difference, if I, as a priest, go somewhere and say Mass with another priest it would be said that I am, “con-celebrating.” Everyone knows that that does not mean I went there to “pop-a-cork” with him. I am assisting him at the altar. Assisting with what? The sacrifice! And so are you. How? With your prayers and the gift of yourself, your heart. In the Preface, the dialogue between the priest and the people before the consecration, the priest says, “Lift up your hearts.” The people reply, “We lift them up to the Lord.” So, I ask you, do you lift up your heart to the Lord?
People complain that they don’t get anything out of the Mass. Mass is a prayer from beginning to end. Are you engaging it with a prayerful heart, an open heart, a generous heart, a humble heart. You see, the Lord is listening to our hearts, not necessarily our lips. Our heart is that secret place within our soul that contains the full truth of who we really are. God know it but waits for the invitation to enter. In every Mass we have the opportunity to invite the Lord into our heart. That’s where He wants to be. In this we become increasingly “one flesh” with our God, the person we were created to be.
So, I invite you to “assist” at Mass. Begin this new year right, prayerfully give yourself to the Lord. The Lord be with you.
Fr. Sid
PARISH HAPPENINGS
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend (either Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected]).
FAITH FORMATION – No Faith Formation on January 4th.
PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Email: [email protected]; Mobile: 405-406-1857) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
PRAYERS
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for January 2023: Educators
We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than competition and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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December 25, 2022Christmas Eve, THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD (Christmas) December 24 & 25, 2022 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:45 A.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, December 31, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (December 28): 6:45 A.M.
Bert Placke t by Katie Thiele Lector: Jen Myers
Thursday (December 29): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
Robert Kemper t by Dave & Sharon Boehle Gift Bearers: Norm & Geri Wissing Family
Friday (December 30): 6:45 A.M.
Lavern Lukasiewicz t by Terry & Teresa Gorecki Sunday, January 1, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (December 31): 4:30 P.M.
Michelle Buhrman Brase t by Darrin Buhrman Family Lector: Chris Wichmann
Sunday (January 1): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Hayden Heaton, Blake Wissing, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Gene & Kay Placke
January Ushers: **Bob Singkofer, Steve Wissing, Brett Santin, Rod Wichmann, Monte Stelk, Tim Schleicher
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
December 17 & 18, 2022
Offering: $3,948.00 Online: $1,570.00 Immaculate Conception: $27.00
Diocesan Appeal
**PLEASE NOTE: We need $929 and 16 more households to donate to
Parish Goal: $20,274.00 reach both our goals.
Total Raised: $19,345.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 59
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*December 28 – No Faith Formation.
*December 31 – Mass at 4:30 P.M.
*January 4 – No Faith Formation.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
I want to use this opportunity to wish everyone a very blessed Christmas and New Year. Starting with Christmas and continuing every day through New Year’s day is the Octave of Christmas. In other words, every day of the Octave is considered a “Holy Day.” The same thing happens at Easter. It is an excellent time to take in an extra Mass during the week and to start a new devotion for the coming year. One of the best things you can do for your spiritual life is to have a regular devotion time each day, a time to pray and listen. If you are doing that consider adding or expanding time for learning more about your faith. This is where we come to have a better understanding of His will and to do it. This gift to your self is also a precious gift to God and to everyone around you.
I think you will find the topic of Mathew Kelly’s book, Holy Moments, to be another opportunity to begin anew with the realization of the “Holy Moments” in our day to day lives. Please read the book and hand it on to someone else to read.
On another topic. Thank you to all who sent or gave Carol and I gifts and cards. You are all very generous and kind. You are wonderful parishioners!
Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid
JESUS/MARY STATUE - Please notice that the Jesus/Mary statue is back. The statue was refinished by Carol Rasmussen of Aurora. She has refused any payment and simply requests that prayers be offered for her and her family. Thank you, Carol, for your beautiful gift!
THANK YOU - Thank you to Ron & Julie Dvorak and family for once again putting up the beautiful angels and star on the front of the church
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAROL – Happiest of Birthdays to Carol on Christmas Day. Every day you are a bright light to each and every person you meet. You make everyone around you feel welcome and special. We hope you know how special you are to us and wish you health and happiness today and always.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend (either Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected]).
FAITH FORMATION – No Faith Formation on December 28th and January 4th.
MEMORY TREE – A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller is now set up. It is decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the names of the person(s) you are remembering. Also, record it in the book that is by the tree.
NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve mass at 4:30 P.M.PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Email: [email protected]; Mobile: 405-406-1857) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
PRAYERS
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for December: Volunteer Not-for-Profit Organizations
We pray that volunteer non-profit organizations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.
Merry Christmas! Many blessing’s to you and your family.
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December 18, 20224th Sunday of Advent December 18, 2022 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:45 A.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, December 24, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (December 21): 6:45 A.M. Lector: Toni Nielsen
Jim Wieck t by Ann Wieck Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Thursday (December 22): 6:45 A.M. Gift Bearers: Jared & Brenda Horak Family
Warren Leschinsky t by Mathis Family Ushers: Riley Santin, Dave Horak, Daron Mamot
Friday (December 23): 6:45 A.M.
Jack Dale Swanson t by Patricia Swanson Saturday, December 24, 6:30 P.M.
Saturday (December 24): 4:30 P.M. Lector: Tony Placke
For all those present and their loved ones Servers: Kalen Weller, Eli Placke
Saturday (December 24): 6:30 P.M. Gift Bearers: Jen Heaton Family
For All Parishioners
Sunday (December 25): 9:00 A.M. Sunday, December 25, 9:00 A.M.
Deceased Members of the Parish Lector: Bob Bogus
Servers: James Buhrman, Mark Usasz
Gift Bearers: Mike & Kelly Grim Family
December Ushers: **Bob Hirschman, Ron Glause, Dominick Helgoth, Jared Horak, Jerry Placke, Tom Weller
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
December 10 & 11, 2022
Offering: $1,943.88 Online: $45.00 Christmas Flowers: $145.00 Immaculate Conception: $70.00 Religious Retirement Fund: $150.00
Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $20,274.00
Total Raised: $16,719.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 50
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*December 21 – Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M. Parishioners welcome.
*December 24 – Masses at 4:30 P.M. and 6:30 P.M.
*December 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*December 28 – No Faith Formation.
*December 31 – Mass at 4:30 P.M.
*January 4 – No Faith Formation.FROM THE PASTORS DESK
So very quickly Christmas is coming, almost here. If we have prepared ourselves properly, we should be experiencing a sense of joyous anticipation. This should happen every year but more importantly it should be happening perpetually in our heart as each of us realize that we are approaching the second and final coming of Christ Jesus. If you think about it, the joy of Christmas in our lives is a mixed celebration of new life, surprise, reception, fulfillment, renewal, reunion, and peace. That is exactly the Lord’s will for our eternity. No matter how your Christmas this year turns out, good, bad, or ugly, the best is still coming! So, remember this, celebrate, and share the joy!
As in previous years we will have an additional Christmas Eve Mass, 4:30 PM & 6:30 PM. I am aware that because of family gatherings the 4:30 is the most popular. But if it makes no difference to your schedule, please consider attending the 6:30 or Christmas morning Mass. The 4:30 will be full.
Yours in Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
THANK YOU – Thank you to the following people for helping us put up the Memory tree. They are Angela Kosmicki, Keith Wichmann, Steve & Brenda Wissing, Ken Kozisek and his class. Tom & Kaylene
WEDNESDAY DAILY MASSES – Through the month of December the Wednesday Daily masses will be at 6:45 A.M.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend (either Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected])
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 18th. You can use the Christmas Flower Offering envelope or slip at the bottom of the bulletin.
FAITH FORMATION – No Faith Formation on December 28th and January 4th.
MEMORY TREE – A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller is now set up. It is decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the names of the person(s) you are remembering. Also, record it in the book that is by the tree.
CHRISTMAS MASSES – Christmas Eve Masses will be at 4:30 P.M. and 6:30 P.M. Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.
NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve mass at 4:30 P.M.PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Email: [email protected]; Mobile: 405-406-1857) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
STATIONS OF THE CRIB – The Stations of the Crib is an Advent & Christmas season devotion similar in style to the Stations of the Cross. Groups of students will walk through the church following the station images. Parishioners are welcome.
K-12 FAITH FORMATION
Please pray for the 2nd grade class as they receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation this week.
PRAYERS
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for December: Volunteer Not-for-Profit Organizations
We pray that volunteer non-profit organizations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.
I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 18th in the collection basket.
In Memory/Honor of____________________________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by_______________________________________________________________________________________________
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December 11, 20223rd Sunday of Advent December 11, 2022 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:45 A.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, December 17, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (December 14): 6:45 A.M.
Betty Schwenk t by Bob Bogus Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (December 15): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Cameron Placke
Bert Placke t by Marilyn Retzlaff Gift Bearers: Tom & Kaylene Weller
Friday (December 16): 6:45 A.M.
Michelle Buhrman Brase t by Joe & Betty Mott Sunday, December 18, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (December 17): 4:30 P.M.
Larry Forbes t by Marcia Forbes Lector: Alexa Pruss
Sunday (December 18): 9:00 A.M. Servers: Kinren Etherton, Eli Placke
Bobby Christensen t by Bobby’s Family Gift Bearers: Tim & Colleen Donovan
December Ushers: **Bob Hirschman, Ron Glause, Dominick Helgoth, Jared Horak, Jerry Placke, Tom Weller
**Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
December 3 & 4, 2022
Offering: $3,045.50 Online: $545.00 Online (11/27): $195.00 Christmas Flowers: $260.00
Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $20,274.00
Total Raised: $16,269.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 47
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*December 11 – Coffee and Rolls after Mass.
*December 14 - Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M., 6:55 P.M. Parishioners welcome.
*December 24 – Masses at 4:30 P.M. and 6:30 P.M.
*December 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*December 28 – No Faith Formation.
*December 31 – Mass at 4:30 P.M.
*January 4 – No Faith Formation.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
This Sunday, the third of Advent, is traditionally known as Gaudete (GowDAYtay) Sunday. The name “Gaudete” means “rejoice” and comes from the first reading of the day. Where as the other Sundays of Advent readings have a more cautionary tone to them, warning to be ready for the Lord’s coming, this Sunday pauses to recognize the joy that should be present in our hearts at the realization that the Lord is near.
This life is full of many events and experiences that cause us to focus on the troubles, trials and temptations occurring around day to day. We need to pause and redirect our attention to eternity. At all times, the Lord is near, in small hidden ways that are easy to miss, just like his first coming. He came to an obscure couple, in a stable, in a small town at night. You and I are obscure people in the world, our lives are a small town of events and, unfortunately, our hearts are little more than a manger in a stable, but he still comes. HE comes to your heart and there HE rests. So, behold the wonder and rejoice.
Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY DAILY MASSES – Through the month of December the Wednesday Daily masses will be at 6:45 A.M.
COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and rolls, Sunday, December 11th after Mass.
CCW MEETING – No CCW meeting in December.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend (Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected])
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 18th. You can use the Christmas Flower Offering envelope or slip at the bottom of the bulletin.
FAITH FORMATION – No Faith Formation on December 28th and January 4th.
MEMORY TREE – A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller will be set up in the next few weeks. It will be decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the names of the person(s) you are remembering. Also, record it in the book that is by the tree.
CHRISTMAS MASSES – Christmas Eve Masses will be at 4:30 P.M. and 6:30 P.M. Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.
DECEMBER SCHEDULE – The December Lector/Server schedule is now out. If you are scheduled for Christmas masses and can’t help, please find a replacement, or let Fr. Sid know.
NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve mass at 4:30 P.M.PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Cell: 405-406-1857; email: [email protected]) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
STATIONS OF THE CRIB – The Stations of the Crib is an Advent & Christmas season devotion similar in style to the Stations of the Cross. Groups of students will walk through the church following the station images. Parishioners are welcome.
K-12 FAITH FORMATION
DECEMBER VOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are needed during Faith Formation for the following dates & areas. Sign-up sheets are in the back of the church, OR you can sign up on-line through Signup Genius. Contact Cathy Wieck with any questions.- December Volunteers: Snack Monitors, Prayer Partners, & Parking Lot Monitors
- December 14 & December 21
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-december
- December Snack Providers:
- December 14—Fruit (apple slices or grapes) & string cheese sticks
- December 21—Tortilla chips & cheese dip
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-december1
PRAYERS
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for December: Volunteer Not-for-Profit Organizations
We pray that volunteer non-profit organizations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.
I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 18th in the collection basket.
In Memory/Honor of____________________________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by_______________________________________________________________________________________________
-
December 4, 20222nd Sunday of Advent December 4, 2022 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:45 A.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, December 10, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (December 7): 6:45 A.M.
Donald Nielsen t by His Family Lector: Toni Nielsen
Thursday (December 8): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Terry Wetzel t by Fr. Sid & Carol Bruggeman Gift Bearers: Gene & Sheila Horak
Thursday (December 8): 6:00 P.M.
Jim Wieck t by Jim & Kathy Vogel Sunday, December 11, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (December 9): 6:45 A.M.
John Vogel t by Dave & Leann Horak Lector: Shayla Tibbetts
Saturday (December 10): 4:30 P.M. Servers: Kalen Weller, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Justin & Becky Meyer Family
Sunday (December 11): 9:00 A.M.
Eldon Wichmann t by Rose Marie Helgoth
December Ushers: **Bob Hirschman, Ron Glause, Dominick Helgoth, Jared Horak, Jerry Placke, Tom Weller **Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
November 26 & 27, 2022
Offering: $2,374.25 Online: Not available Christmas Flowers: $70.00
Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $20,274.00
Total Raised: $16,039.00
Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 45
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*December 7 - Advent Parish Penance service at 6:45 P.M.
*December 8 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Masses at 6:45 A.M. & 6:00 P.M.
*December 11 – Coffee and Rolls after Mass.
*December 14 - Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M., 6:55 P.M. Parishioners welcome.
*December 24 – Masses at 4:30 P.M. and 6:30 P.M.
*December 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*December 28 – No Faith Formation.
*December 31 – Mass at 4:30 P.M.
*January 4 – No Faith Formation.FROM THE PASTORS DESK
I want to talk about our Advent penance service that will take place Wed., Dec. 7th. Please be encouraged to attend. When we participate in this Sacrament, we not only receive forgiveness of our sins, we also receive Grace from our Lord just like the other Sacraments.
We will conduct it in the manner we did in the past. Once you have gone to Confession you may leave. Children and youth who attend with their parent(s) or grandparent(s) may also leave with them. Otherwise, they need to remain until the normal dismissal time of youth formation classes. There will be multiple priest available to hear confessions.
I want to also remind you that besides attending to the good of your own soul you are also being a fine witness for our youth. Seeing you going to Confession helps them to realize that this is a practice that needs to continue throughout their life. So please mark this date on your calendar. It will begin at 6:45 PM. If you are late to arrive, no worries. Confessions will be heard as long as anyone is present desiring the Sacrament.
Yours in Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid.
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.PARISH HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY DAILY MASSES – Through the month of December the Wednesday Daily masses will be at 6:45 A.M.
ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE – Advent Parish Penance service is Wednesday, December 7th at 6:45 P.M.
HELP NEEDED – The CCW needs one person to help with serving a meal to our 5 priests on Wed, December 7th at 5:30 P.M. This will be in the parish hall prior to our parish penance service. Contact Cindy Sydzyik by December 4th if can help.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DECEMBER 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Thursday, December 8th. Masses at 6:45 A.M. and 6:00 P.M.
COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and rolls, Sunday, December 11th after Mass.
CCW MEETING – No CCW meeting in December.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for 1 or 2 volunteers comfortable with using a laptop computer to help with livestreaming weekend Masses at St. Libory. We hope to have enough volunteers, so they are needed only one weekend (Saturday or Sunday) each month. For more information, contact Cathy Wieck (Mobile: 405-406-1857; Email: [email protected])
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 18th. You can use the Christmas Flower Offering envelope or slip at the bottom of the bulletin.
FAITH FORMATION – No Faith Formation on December 28th and January 4th.
MEMORY TREE – A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller will be set up in the next few weeks. It will be decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the names of the person(s) you are remembering. Also, record it in the book that is by the tree.
CHRISTMAS MASSES – Christmas Eve Masses will be at 4:30 P.M. and 6:30 P.M. Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.
DECEMBER SCHEDULE – The December Lector/Server schedule is now out. If you are scheduled for Christmas masses and can’t help, please find a replacement, or let Fr. Sid know.
NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve mass at 4:30 P.M.PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With Soup Supper and End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Cell: 405-406-1857; email: [email protected]) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
STATIONS OF THE CRIB – The Stations of the Crib is an Advent & Christmas season devotion similar in style to the Stations of the Cross. Groups of students will walk through the church following the station images. Parishioners are welcome.
K-12 FAITH FORMATION
DECEMBER VOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are needed during Faith Formation for the following dates & areas. Sign-up sheets are in the back of the church, OR you can sign up on-line through Signup Genius. Contact Cathy Wieck with any questions.- December Volunteers: Snack Monitors, Prayer Partners, & Parking Lot Monitors
- December 14 & December 21
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-december
- December Snack Providers:
- December 14—Fruit (apple slices or grapes) & string cheese sticks
- December 21—Tortilla chips & cheese dip
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-december1
PRAYERS
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for December: Volunteer Not-for-Profit Organizations
We pray that volunteer non-profit organizations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 18th in the collection basket.
In Memory/Honor of____________________________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by_______________________________________________________________________________________________
-
November 27, 20221st Sunday of Advent November 27, 2022 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M.
to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, December 3, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (November 30): 6:45 A.M.
Bert Placke t by The Family Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (December 1): 6:45 A.M. Servers: Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
Ray & Lucille Rempe t by Fr. Sid & Carol Gift Bearers: Doug & Carolyn Kuta
Friday (December 2): 6:45 A.M.
Larry Smith t by Tom & Cheryl Smith Sunday, December 4: 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (December 3): 9:00 A.M.
Eileen Samway t by Larry Kosmicki Lector: Jerry Placke
Saturday (December 3): 4:30 P.M. Servers: Hayden Heaton, Blake Wissing, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Jim & Vi Mamot
Sunday (December 4): 9:00 A.M.
Mike Thiele t by Carolyn Kuta
December Ushers: **Bob Hirschman, Ron Glause, Dominick Helgoth, Jared Horak, Jerry Placke, Tom Weller **Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
November 19 & 20, 2022
Offering: $3,010.00 Online: $95.00 Christmas Flowers: $425.00
Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $20,274.00
Total Raised: $15,119.00 Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 40
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*November 28, December 5 & 12 – Bishop Hanefeldt livestream teaching event at 7:30 P.M.
*November 30 – Daily mass at 6:45 A.M.
*November 30 - Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M., 6:55 P.M. & 7:15 P.M. Parishioners welcome.
*December 3 – First Saturday of the month mass at 9:00 A.M.
*December 7 - Advent Parish Penance service at 6:45 P.M.
*December 8 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Masses at 6:45 A.M. & 6:00 P.M.
*December 11 – Coffee and Rolls after Mass.
*December 14 - Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M., 6:55 P.M. & 7:15 P.M. Parishioners welcome.FROM THE PASTORS DESK
As you read this you have probably already attended our first Advent Mass and notice that as before we celebrated, Ad Orientem, or all facing the same direction including the priest. I would just like to state again that this is not some strange novelty, but a permitted option. It is even encouraged by Cardinal Sarah, former head of the Congregation for Divine Worship in Rome. In fact, the wording of the Missal, (the large book used by the priest at the altar), assumes the priest is saying Mass this way all the time.
I would restate that the symbolism of Ad Orientem is to remind us that we are all pilgrims journeying in the same direction toward Christ, all planning to be facing him when he returns again. That is what Advent is about and that is why it is particularly appropriate to celebrate Mass this way during the season of Advent. A side bar to this is also a reminder that the Mass is not a stage show starring “Father!” No, it is all about Christ Jesus! He is the one who died for our sins! He is our Savior! He is the Christ! It’s all about HIM! All of our senses should be focused upon HIM!
Have a blessed Advent and remember our penance service is this coming Wednesday Dec.7, 6:45 pm.
In Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.PARISH HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY DAILY MASSES – Starting Wednesday, November 30th and thru the month of December the Wednesday Daily masses will be at 6:45 A.M.
FIRST SATURDAY – First Saturday of the month mass on Saturday, December 3rd at 9:00 A.M.
ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE – Advent Parish Penance service is Wednesday, December 7th at 6:45 P.M.
HELP NEEDED – The CCW needs one person to help with serving a meal to our 5 priests on Wednesday, December 7th at 5:30 P.M. This will be in the parish hall prior to our parish penance service. Please contact Cindy Sydzyik by December 4th if you would like to help.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DECEMBER 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Thursday, December 8th. Masses at 6:45 A.M. and 6:00 P.M.
COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and rolls, Sunday, December 11th after Mass.
CCW MEETING – No CCW meeting in December.
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 18th. You can use the Christmas Flower Offering envelope or slip at the bottom of the bulletin.
MEMORY TREE – A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller will be set up in the next few weeks. It will be decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the name of the person(s) you are remembering. Also, record it in the book that is by the tree.
PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES – It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With Soup Supper and End of Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Cell: 405-406-1857; email: [email protected]) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who either claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
STATIONS OF THE CRIB – The Stations of the Crib is an Advent & Christmas season devotion similar in style to the Stations of the Cross. Groups of students will walk through the church following the station images. Parishioners are welcome.
K-12 FAITH FORMATION
DECEMBER VOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are needed during Faith Formation for the following dates & areas. Sign-up sheets are in the back of the church, OR you can sign up on-line through Signup Genius. Contact Cathy Wieck with any questions.- December Volunteers: Snack Monitors, Prayer Partners, & Parking Lot Monitors
- December 14 & December 21
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-december
- December Snack Providers:
- December 14—Fruit (apple slices or grapes) & string cheese sticks
- December 21—Tortilla chips & cheese dip
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-december1
PRAYERS
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for December: Volunteer Non-tor-Profit Organizations
We pray that volunteer non-profit organizations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.
I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 18th in the collection basket.
In Memory/Honor of____________________________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by_______________________________________________________________________________________________
-
November 20, 2022
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE November 20, 2022 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE 68872
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stliborycatholic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stliboryscatholicchurch
myParish app: St.Libory Catholic Church (available on smartphones, tablets & iPads)
Administrative Assistant & Faith Formation Coordinator: Cathy Wieck
Email: [email protected] – Cell: 405-406-1857
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733 – Email: [email protected]
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Lisa Kozisek – Phone: 308-383-2363
Pro-Life Coordinator: Kim Placke – Phone: 308-754-3984
WEEKEND MASS TIMES WEEKDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 4:30 P.M. Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M. Thursday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior Friday: 6:45 A.M. to Weekend Mass
MASS INTENTIONS MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass Saturday, November 26, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (November 23): 6:00 P.M. Lector: Jen Myers
Jim Wieck t by Ken & Beth Kozisek Servers: Kunze’s Cameron Placke
Thursday (November 24): No Daily Mass Gift Bearers: Gene & Sheila Horak
Friday (November 25): No Daily Mass
Saturday (November 26): 4:30 P.M. Sunday, November 27, 9:00 A.M.
Pat Zumbrum t by Virgil & Rita Dierberger Lector: Bob Bogus
Sunday (November 27): 9:00 A.M. Servers: James Buhrman, Eli Placke
For All Parishioners Gift Bearers: Gene & Kay Placke
November Ushers: **Rod Placke, Mike Robison, Ron Turek, Keith Wichmann, Todd Helgoth, PJ Wood **Head Usher
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
November 12 & 13, 2022
Offering: $3,089.65 Online: $70.00 All Souls: $5.00 All Saints: $5.00
Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $20,274.00
Total Raised: $13,667.00 Household Goal: 75 Current Households: 34
UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday Faith Formation at 6:30 P.M.
*November 21 – CCW Meeting at 7:00 P.M. in the parish hall.
*November 21 & 28, December 5 & 12 – Bishop Hanefeldt livestream teaching event at 7:30 P.M.
*November 23 – No Faith Formation Class.
*November 23 – Daily Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*November 24 - No Daily Mass.
*November 25 - No Daily Mass.
*November 30 - Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M., 6:55 P.M. & 7:15 P.M. Parishioners welcome.
*December 3 – First Saturday of the month mass at 9:00 A.M.
*December 7 - Advent Parish Penance service at 6:45 P.M.
*December 8 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Masses at 6:45 A.M. & 6:00 P.M.
*December 14 - Stations of the Crib at 6:35 P.M., 6:55 P.M. & 7:15 P.M. Parishioners welcome.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
This coming week we celebrate the national holiday of Thanksgiving. We all know the story of the pilgrims who came to the continent ill prepared and were saved by the generous help of the Indians. (The interpreter was a Catholic Indian by the way.) In response, after their first successful harvest, they threw a big thanksgiving party, settlers, and Indians. If only that spirit of generosity and grace had continued, American history might have been very different as regards the Native Americans.
But that said, it is a good national tradition to give thanks. Generosity and thankfulness go hand in hand. You see it isn’t receiving that causes us to be thankful, it is giving. This is why we frequently see those who receive the most “free” benefits, are also the most ungrateful and demanding of more. The “giver” understands and appreciates the “cost” of the gift. So, when they receive a gift, they are thankful. They understand that the gift is only free to the recipient. What is fascinating is the grace that comes with a gift received is appreciated and treasured by those who have also been givers.
In our still great nation, we are the recipient of so many gifts that we tend to take for granted. It is heart breaking to listen to so many in media, academia, and Hollywood rant about what a terrible, racist, bigoted, and stingy group of people Americans are. All one needs to do is look south. Literally millions of people pouring across the border, (illegally), leaving their homes, risking robbery, rape, and loss of life to come to this “terrible” (sarcasm) nation. Everyone still wants to come to America. There are still many very good reasons. As of yet, we still have freedom and tremendous opportunities. We are all obligated to pray and thank God for our nation. And remember, the proper name of the Mass in English is “The Great Thanksgiving,” otherwise called the “Eucharist.”
God bless America!
The Lord be with you. Fr. Sid.
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.
PARISH HAPPENINGS- CCW MEETING – Next CCW meeting will be Monday, November 21st at 7:00 P.M. in the parish hall. All women of the parish are invited to come.
- FAITH FORMATION/WED, NOV 23 - No Faith Formation on Wednesday, November 23rd.
- DAILY MASS/WED, NOV 23 – Mass on Wednesday, November 23rd at 6:00 P.M.
- NO DAILY MASS – No Daily Mass on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th.
- FIRST SATURDAY – First Saturday of the month mass on Saturday, December 3rd at 9:00 A.M.
- ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE - Advent Parish Penance service is Wednesday, December 7th at 6:45 P.M.
- IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DEC 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Thursday, December 8th. Masses at 6:45 A.M. and 6:00 P.M
- PARISH REGISTRY UPDATES - It has been brought to our attention that some parishioners have not received some parish mailings in the past couple of years. With Soup Supper and End of the Year mailings coming up, it is very important that your contact information is accurate.
- If there are ANY changes to your contact information (mailing address, phone/cell phone number, email, other), please update your information with the parish by contacting Cathy Wieck (Cell: 405-406-1857; email: [email protected]) OR completing a PARISH REGISTRATION FORM found in the entry of the church.
- If you have ADULT CHILDREN who either claim St. Libory as their parish OR have not registered as an adult member, please encourage them to complete a Parish Registration Form.
- STATIONS OF THE CRIB - Join the Faith Formation students on November 30 & December 14 as we pray the Stations of the Crib at 6:35pm, 6:55pm, & 7:15pm. The Stations of the Crib is an Advent & Christmas season devotion similar in style to the Stations of the Cross. Groups of students will walk through the church following the station images. Parishioners are welcome.
- NOVEMBER VOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are needed during Faith Formation for the following dates & areas. Sign-up sheets are in the back of the church, OR you can sign up on-line through Signup Genius. Contact Cathy Wieck with any questions.
- November Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA82DA3FBC70-november1
- November Snack Providers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e49aba82da3fbc70-november
GRAND ISLAND DIOCESE HAPPENINGS
- BISHOP HANEFELDT PRESENTATION ON POPE JOHN PAUL II’S DIES DOMINI - In 1998 Saint Pope John Paul II gave the church an Apostolic Letter entitled Dies Domini (Keeping The Lord’s Day Holy). Join Bishop Hanefeldt for a live-streamed teaching presentation of Dies Domini on Monday evenings: November 21, 28, December 5, 12, beginning at 7:30 PM Central time. These weekly teachings will be available on the Catholic Diocese of Grand Island Facebook page, and You Tube channel. Links can be found on the diocesan website at: www.gidiocese.org.
- ABLAZE! EVENT AT ST. MARY’S CATHEDRAL - “It [salvation] was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard him, while God also bore witness by signs and wonders and various miracles and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his own will.” (Heb. 2:4). God wants his Bride, the Church, to be living flames of love for all peoples, a house of prayer for everyone. Rekindle the fire of the Holy Spirit within you! Ablaze Worships. Mary’s Cathedral Grand Island Friday, 12/2 @ 6:30 PM.
- DIOCESE OF GRAND ISLAND PRO-LIFE INFORMATION - Check out https://gidiocese.org/pro-life for the latest information about Pro-Life Happenings in the diocese.
- PRO-LIFE CALENDAR
Dec. 28 - 5:15 PM, Feast of Holy Innocents Mass, St. Mary’s Cathedral
- STAY CONNECTED TO THE DIOCESE - For Ne