2^nd SUNDAY OF EASTER (SUNDAY OF DIVINE MERCY)                                                April 11, 2021

St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.

                                   
MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, April 17^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (April 14): 5:45 P.M.                                                                     
Jim Kasson t by Doug & Maggie Kuta                                         Lector: Dave Boehle    
Thursday (April 15): 6:00 P.M.                                                 Servers: Kunze’s, Layden Glandt
Eldon Wichmann t by CDA                                            
Friday (April 16): 6:45 A.M.                                                      Sunday, April 18^th, 9:00 A.M.
Ray & Rita Schwartz t by Virginia Merten                                                                                   
Saturday (April 17): 4:30 P.M.                                                   Lectors: Shayla Wichmann
Jim Wieck t by Darin & Karen Placke                                          Servers: Hayden Heaton, Kalen Weller
Sunday (April 18): 9:00 A.M.                                                   
For All Parishioners                                                                                                                  
                                                                                               
 OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                   
      (April 3 & 4)
                                                                                               
Offering: $3,179.00       
Holy Land: $230.00                                                       
Easter Flowers: $2,115.00
                                                                                               

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*April 18 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*April 25 - First Communion. Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*April 28 – Last Religious Education Class.
*May 8 – Annual grounds clean up (rain date May 15).
*May 9 – May Crowning at 9:00 A.M. Mass.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This is the Second Sunday of Easter and also known as Divine Mercy Sunday.  There is a whole story about Divine Mercy that I encourage you to read up on.  I want to talk here about the chaplet of Divine Mercy.  The chaplet is a prayer devotional akin to the Rosary.  If you struggle with the Rosary perhaps you should try this chaplet.  It uses rosary beads in the fashion in which the Rosary is prayed but instead of praying the Hail Mary one says, “For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.”  Like the Rosary it begins with some initial prayers and concludes with some specific prayers.  Overall, it moves along very quick, and the prayers are very easy to memorize.  The chaplet is addressed to God the Father in light of the sacrifice of the Son.
     The chaplet is a splendid intercessory prayer you can pray for yourself, your loved ones or absolutely anyone.  It is a wonderful prayer to encourage someone on the edges of faith to pray, even non-Catholics for who it should have great appeal.  I have the chaplet on a small business size card and will have them available at the entry of the church.  You may also visit www.thedivinemercy.org for instructions on praying it.  You will also find resources to hear it recited and even sang.
     So, I encourage you to take up this gift from the Mercy of God and use it.  You will be uplifted and blessed. 
Yours in Christ.  Fr. Sid.  
    
COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee & Rolls, Sunday, April 18^th after Mass.

CEMETARY DECORATIONS/CLEAN UP - Please remove all cemetery decorations that are not attached directly to the stone by May 1st.  We will have our annual grounds clean up Saturday May 8th, rain date, May 15th.  Friendly reminder, please do not place glass containers in cemetery as they are very hazardous near lawn movers.  Please do not place fixtures like benches or statues in cemetery without prior permission. 

FIRST COMMUNION – First Communion is Sunday, April 25^th. Mass at 9:00 A.M.

LAST RELIGION CLASS – Last Religion Class is Wednesday, April 28. We will celebrate with a Mass.
MAY CROWNING/MAY 9 – May Crowning is Sunday, May 9 at 9:00 A.M. Mass. All families are invited to participate at the beginning of Mass.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS - Catholic Daughters will hold their April meeting April 20, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Paul Parish Center.

BLESSED SACRAMENT JOB OPENING – Blessed Sacrament is accepting applications for a part-time, extended Care/Paraprofessional. Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am-noon. Early Childhood Associates degree and experience with preschoolers required.  Position open until filled. Starting date is August 23, 2021.  Call (308) 384-2086 or (308) 583-2885 or stop by the church office, 518 W. State Street, Grand Island, for an application. 

BEST CHOICE LABELS – We are still saving Best Choice labels. If you have any, please place them in the designated folder in the foyer of church. Note: Super Saver has Best Choice brand.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD                                      April 4, 2021

St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
 Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                             Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.

                                   
MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, April 10^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (April 7): 5:45 P.M.                                                                       
Allan Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                               Lector: Beth Kozisek   
Thursday (April 8): 6:00 P.M.                                                   Servers: Kunze’s, Aden Moody
Marcella Thompson t by Her Family                                           
Friday (April 9): 6:45 A.M.                                                        Sunday, April 11^th, 9:00 A.M.
Cheryl Helgoth t by Rose Marie Helgoth                                                                        
Saturday (April 10): 4:30 P.M.                                                  Lectors: Jerry Placke
For All Parishioners                                                                    Servers: Chet Wichmann, Eli Placke
Sunday (April 11): 9:00 A.M.                                                   
Joseph & Victoria Radke t by Jerry & Shirley Hanisch Family                                                                                                                  
                                                                                               
 OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                   
      (March 27 & 28)
                                                                                               
Offering: $1,579.00                                                                   
Easter Flowers: $230.00
                                                                                               

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*April 18 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*April 25 - First Communion. Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Easter Sunday is the most important day for all Christians.  We celebrate the resurrection from the dead of our Lord Jesus Christ!  Unfortunately, in popular culture it comes in after Christmas, the Super Bowl and the Fourth of July.  The Incarnation of our Lord observed at Christmas is indeed very important.  But it means nothing without the Resurrection.
     Christmas has attached all the warm sentiments provided by a newborn child, angels, shepherds, and domestic stable animals.  Easter however is very different.  The Resurrection takes place in the shadow of brutal torture cheered on by a vulgar crowd of former admirers.  Friday and Saturday of Holy Week are appropriately gloomy.  Easter does not lend its self at all to the joyful build up with decorations, songs and gifts that proceeds Christmas.
     Taken seriously Easter has something no other holy day or national observance can give us.  Easter gives us forgiveness for the past, love always present and the pledge of eternal life with God in the future.  It strikes us as too good to be true.  But it is true.  Let it soak in. Thank God for it. Celebrate it!
     Have a very blessed Easter!  Yours in Christ, Fr. Sid.

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee & Rolls, Sunday, April 18^th after Mass.

FIRST COMMUNION – First Communion is Sunday, April 25^th. Mass at 9:00 A.M.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

BLESSED SACRAMENT JOB OPENING – Blessed Sacrament is accepting applications for a part-time, extended Care/Paraprofessional. Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am-noon. Early Childhood Associates degree and experience with preschoolers required.  Position open until filled. Starting date is August 23, 2021.  Call (308) 384-2086 or (308) 583-2885 or stop by the church office, 518 W. State Street, Grand Island, for an application. 

BEST CHOICE LABELS – We are still saving Best Choice labels. If you have any, please place them in the designated folder in the foyer of church. Note: Super Saver has Best Choice brand.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433

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.



 

PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD                                                        March 28, 2021

St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
                                                                         Friday: 6:45 A.M.
RECONCILIATION:
Wednesday: After 5:45 P.M. Mass until 7:30.                                               
Saturday: 3:00 P.M. - 4:15 P.M.      
Sunday: 8:30 A.M.  
                                   
MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Thursday, April 1^st, 6:30 P.M.
Wednesday (March 31): 5:45 P.M.                                                                   
Jeremy Nielsen t by The Family                                                  Lector: Madison Hirschman      
Thursday (April 1): 6:30 P.M.                                                   Servers: Michael & James Buhrman
Donald Nielsen t by His Family                                      
Friday (April 2): 6:30 P.M.                                                        Friday, April 2^nd, 6:30 P.M.
Good Friday                                                                             
Saturday (April 3): 8:00 P.M.                                                    Lectors: Chris Wichmann & Shayla Wichmann
Deceased Members of the Parish                                              
Sunday (April 4): 9:00 A.M.                                                      Saturday, April 3^rd, 8:00 P.M.
For All Parishioners                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                               Lectors: Cate Wieck & Carolyn Kuta     
                                                                                                   Servers: Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
                                                                         
                                                                                                    Sunday, April 4^th, 9:00 A.M.
                                                                                                                 Lector: Bob Bogus
                                                                                                                Servers: John Placke, Ashton Helgoth, Blake Wissing
 OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                   
      (March 20 & 21)
                                                                                               
Offering: $3,142.30                                                                   
Easter Flowers: $110.00
                                                                                             

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*March 31 - No Religious Education Class due to Holy Week.
*April 25 - First Communion. Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Here it is, Holy Week.  It has been two years since we celebrated this week together.  I want to use this space to explain some minor changes for this year.  First, on Holy Thursday we will not have the washing of feet.  On Holy Friday we will venerate the Cross without touching it.  Veneration can be done by genuflecting, making the Sign of the Cross or bowing profoundly.
     On Thursday we will move the Blessed Sacrament to a temporary chapel in the parish hall where He will remain until the Saturday vigil.  The hall will be unlocked Friday and Saturday.  I encourage you to come by and “spend one hour with the Lord.”
     The Saturday vigil Mass is very special.  According to the instructions for this Mass, it is not to begin until sundown.  That’s why it begins much later than our ordinary time.  And yes it is longer.  There are several readings, Psalms, and prayers.  All in all, it is more than just a celebration of the Resurrection.  It is a celebration of the whole salvation history.  It is also a very ancient tradition to bring new souls into the Church by baptism at this Mass.
     I challenge you to attend.  Offer it to the Lord as a gift of praise and thanksgiving for your salvation.  You will be blessed!
     Yours in Christ our Lord,  Fr. Sid.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/MARCH 31 – No Religious Education Class on March 31^st due to Holy Week.

EASTER EGG HUNT – The Easter egg hunt is Saturday, April 3^rd at 10:30 A.M. at the St. Libory Fire Station.

HOLY WEEK/EASTER MASS SCHEDULE
Holy Thursday: 6:30 P.M.                                   Good Friday: 6:30 P.M.
Easter Vigil: 8:00 P.M.                                       Easter Sunday: 9:00 A.M.

FIRST COMMUNION – First Communion is Sunday, April 25^th. Mass at 9:00 A.M.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

BLESSED SACRAMENT JOB OPENING – Blessed Sacrament is accepting applications for a part-time, extended Care/Paraprofessional. Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am-noon. Early Childhood Associates degree and experience with preschoolers required.  Position open until filled. Starting date is August 23, 2021.  Call (308) 384-2086 or (308) 583-2885 or stop by the church office, 518 W. State Street, Grand Island, for an application. 

BEST CHOICE LABELS – We are still saving Best Choice labels. If you have any, please place them in the designated folder in the foyer of church. Note: Super Saver has Best Choice brand.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433
 

5^th Sunday of Lent                                                       March 21, 2021

St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com
Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
                                                                          Friday: 6:45 A.M.
RECONCILIATION:
Wednesday: After 5:45 P.M. Mass until 7:30.                                               
Saturday: 3:00 P.M. - 4:15 P.M.      
Sunday: 8:30 A.M.  
                                   

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, March 27^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (March 24): 5:45 P.M.                                          
Dorothy Bogus t by Rod & Kim Placke                                        Lector: Cate Wieck      
Thursday (March 25): 6:00 P.M.                                               Servers: Kunze’s, Kinren Etherton
Jim Mamot by Jim & Vi Mamot                                                              
Friday (March 26): 6:45 A.M.                                                    Sunday, March 28^th, 9:00 A.M.
Jim Kasson t by Gene & Sheila Horak                                                    
Saturday (March 27): 4:30 P.M.                                                   Lector: Tony Placke
Pat Placke t by Shannon and Jamie Placke Family                     Servers: Logan & Cameron Placke       
Sunday (March 28): 9:00 A.M.                                                                           
For All Parishioners                                          
                                                                                                 
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (March 13 & 14)
                                                                                               
Offering: $2,447.00                                                                   
Easter Flowers: $520.00
                                                                                        
                                                                              

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*Every Thursday during Lent - Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M.   
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.

THE PASTORS DESK
     One of the great weaknesses in the Church right now is the loss of faith in the Sacraments, Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Confession, Anointing, Marriage and Holy Orders.  For many years now this has been almost universally blamed on poor teaching to the Catholic faithful.  It is true that when all the religious deserted 50 years ago that the Catholic mandate to pass on the Faith fell on very hard times.  Parents had to step in and take over a duty they were not prepared for and received very little assistance from the Church.  This was also coupled with an influx of distorted teachings about the Sacraments that did much damage to the “believing” dimension as related to the Deposit of Faith, that which is universally held by the faithful to be true.
     This brings me to the false contention that I want to take issue with.  It is summarized by something I read in our Lenten meditations based on the words of St. Terresa of Calcutta.  “Faith is not a matter of knowing, it’s a matter of believing!”  The faith spoken of here is not the doctrinal composition of stated beliefs, but rather the faith lived out in our day to day lives.
     So, we say we believe in the Sacraments, but do we?  This might best be tested by two questions of evaluation.  One, do I regularly participate in those offered on a repeated basis, such as Confession and the Eucharist (Mass)?  Two, do I consciously expect God’s Grace to be actively working in me through the Sacraments, therefore experiencing real power at work within me?
     If the answer is “no” or “not sure”, I am probably not dealing with a matter of sufficient knowledge of the subject material, but rather a matter of unbelief, not believing what knowledge we already have.  Remember what Jesus said, “To him who has, more will be given.  But he who has not even what he has will be taken away from him.”  To him who has what we ask?  Faith, believing!  It’s not the conclusion just based on convincing evidence.  Faith is a decision to believe someone we trust as being truthful.
     Jesus, I trust in you!  I believe in what you have done, said, and revealed!
     Yours in Christ,  Fr. Sid.  

RECONCILIATION – See Reconciliation times on first page for extended times during Lent.

NE CHURCH GUYS – The Nebraska church guys, Ron Sack & Chase Becker, both of Omaha, will be in Howard & Sherman counties March 20 & 21. They will be recording history of all the parishes in Nebraska (past & present) for an upcoming book. They need your help. If you have any photos, stories, artifacts, history, etc. of churches, schools, & convents in these counties or others please contact them before they arrive to set up an appointment. They can be reached at: Ron Sack, 402-440-0823, stronn@gmail.com; Chase Becker, 402-363-2982, chasembecker@gmail.com. Sack grew up in St. Paul and has relatives in St. Paul, St. Libory, Farwell, Rockville, Ashton, and Paplin.

EASTER EGG HUNT – The Easter egg hunt is Saturday, April 3^rd at 10:30 A.M. at the St. Libory Fire Station.

HOLY WEEK/EASTER MASS SCHEDULE
Holy Thursday: 6:30 P.M.                                   Good Friday: 6:30 P.M.
Easter Vigil: 8:00 P.M.                                       Easter Sunday: 9:00 A.M.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

BEST CHOICE LABELS – We are still saving Best Choice labels. If you have any, please place them in the designated folder in the foyer of church. Note: Super Saver has Best Choice brand.
 

EASTER MEMORIALS – I would like to donate towards a plant that will decorate the church during the Easter season. Enclosed is my donation. Please Print.
In Memory of_________________________________________________

Remembered by______________________________________________

Please return by March 28^th either through the mail or place in the collection basket.

4^th Sunday of Lent                                                March 14, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
                                                                         Friday: 6:45 A.M.
RECONCILIATION:
Wednesday: After 5:45 P.M. Mass until 7:30.                                               
Saturday: 3:00 P.M. - 4:15 P.M.      
Sunday: 8:30 A.M.  
                                   

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, March 20^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (March 17): 5:45 P.M.                                          
Zeplin Family t by Allen & Jean Deaton                                       Lector: Beth Kozisek    
Thursday (March 18): 6:00 P.M.                                               Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Ted & Susan Hutchison t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                                                 
Friday (March 19): 6:45 A.M.                                                    Sunday, March 21^st, 9:00 A.M.
Jean Rock t by Betty Schwenk Family                                                   
Saturday (March 20): 4:30 P.M.                                                  Lector: Shayla Wichmann
For All Parishioners                                                                     Servers: Ty & Hayden Heaton, Kalen Weller     
Sunday (March 21): 9:00 A.M.                                                                           
Dorothy Bogus t by Rod & Kim Placke                                       
                                                                                                 
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (March 6 & 7)
                                                                                                               Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Offering: $1,695.00                                                                    Total Raised: $20,301.00     Total Received: $19,051.00
Easter Flowers: $120.00
Ash Wednesday: $10.00                                                            Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 94
UPCOMING EVENTS                                                                                              

*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*Every Thursday during Lent - Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M.   
*March 14 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*March 14 – CCW Meeting after Mass.
*March 20 – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.
THE PASTORS DESK
     Well, this is a special Sunday in Lent.  Besides having to get up an hour earlier for daylight savings, it is Laetare Sunday.  This Sunday indicates a halfway mark in Lent and Laetare means “rejoice”.  More specifically it means “Rejoice Jerusalem” because your salvation is coming.
     Accordingly, this Sunday is more “upbeat” than the rest of the Sundays of Lent.  The liturgical color is rose, (I know, it looks like pink.)  It’s to be a lighter version of the violet color of Lent.  It’s appropriate to put flowers on the altar for the Mass.  It is to mirror the joy of the father of the prodigal son, who begins to be filled with joy at the sight of his son from a distance.
     If we have been doing a proper examination of conscience, we may not be experiencing a joy about the condition of our soul.  However, our Heavenly Father is joyful as He sees his children coming closer to Him with their hearts and souls.  This is the mission of Christ our redeemer, to lead many children to the embrace of the Father.
     So, I invite you to enter into the joy of the Father and rejoice in the salvation, eternal salvation, provided to you by Christ the Son.
     Yours in Christ.  Fr. Sid.

RECONCILIATION – See Reconciliation times on first page for extended times during Lent.

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee & Rolls, Sunday, March 14^th after Mass.

CCW MEETING – CCW meeting Sunday, March 14^th after Mass.

NE CHURCH GUYS – The Nebraska church guys, Ron Sack & Chase Becker, both of Omaha, will be in Howard & Sherman counties March 19-21. They will be recording history of all the parishes in Nebraska (past & present) for an upcoming book. They need your help. If you have any photos, stories, artifacts, history, etc. of churches, schools, & convents in these counties or others please contact them before they arrive to set up an appointment. They can be reached at: Ron Sack, 402-440-0823, stronn@gmail.com; Chase Becker, 402-363-2982, chasembecker@gmail.com. Sack grew up in St. Paul and has relatives in St. Paul, St. Libory, Farwell, Rockville, Ashton, and Paplin.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS - Catholic Daughters will  be having a memorial mass at St. Paul on March 16^th at 6:30 p.m. with a meeting to follow in the parish center.  

SPRING DCCW DEANERY MEETING – Spring DCCW Deanery meeting is being held on Saturday, March 20^th.
See attachment for details. To register contact Barb Christensen at 308-687-6151.
We need help with food, set up, serving food, and clean up.
Signup sheet is in the back of the church. Any questions, please contact Cindy Sydzyik at 308-391-1047.
We will need help setting up tables and chairs for the meeting on Thurs, March 18^th after Mass, and Stations of the cross.  

SILENT AUCTION – CCW is collecting items for a silent auction basket which we will donate to the District DCCW for their spring conference in Halsey.  We are asking for items with a “spring” or watermelon theme representing Saint Libory.  Please have all donations in by Friday, March 19th.  A box is in the back of the church for these donations.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

HOLY WEEK/EASTER MASS SCHEDULE
Holy Thursday: 6:30 P.M.                                   Good Friday: 6:30 P.M.
Easter Vigil: 8:00 P.M.                                       Easter Sunday: 9:00 A.M.

BEST CHOICE LABELS – We are still saving Best Choice labels. If you have any, please place them in the designated folder in the foyer of church. Note: Super Saver has Best Choice brand.
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.
 

EASTER MEMORIALS – I would like to donate towards a plant that will decorate the church during the Easter season. Enclosed is my donation. Please Print.
In Memory of_________________________________________________

Remembered by______________________________________________

Please return by March 28^th either through the mail or place in the collection basket.

2^nd Sunday of Lent                                                                                                        February 28, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, March 6^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (March 3): 5:45 P.M.                                            
Jean Rock t by Betty Schwenk Family                                            Lector: Dave Boehle    
Thursday (March 4): 6:00 P.M.                                                 Servers:  Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
Charles Boehle t by Alda Boehle                                               
Friday (March 5): 6:45 A.M.                                                      Sunday, March 7^th, 9:00 A.M.
Jim Wieck t by Marilyn Placke                                                   
Saturday (March 6): 4:30 P.M.                                                       Lector: Bob Bogus
For All Parishioners                                                                      Servers: John Placke, Ashton Helgoth, Blake Wissing           
Sunday (March 7): 9:00 A.M.                                                                             
Fr. Sid by Randy and Janelle Kunze & Family                                        
                                                                             
                                              
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (February 20 & 21)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $2,512.00                                                        Total Raised: $20,175.00     Total Received: $18,850.00
Ash Wednesday: $841.00                                                           Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 93
                                                                         

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*Every Thursday during Lent - Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M.   
*Feb 28 – CCW Meeting at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).
*March 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*March 20 – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Lent is the season when we traditionally do more in the way of examination of conscience and take the opportunity to confess our sins.  I would like to take a moment to review the difference between venial sin and mortal sin.
     Mortal sin is first a very serious sin.  The Church defines it as concerning “grave matter”.  Grave matter would be sins such as murder, adultery, character assassination (willfully telling lies to destroy another’s good reputation), stealing a significant amount, serious blasphemy, etc. etc.  There is not a comprehensive list of grave sins.  Now to be mortal it must be grave. Two, the person must be mentally aware that the sin is grave.  And three, the person committing the sin must have sufficient time to ponder the seriousness of the sin and then still decide to commit the sin anyway.  This sin is said to be mortal or deadly because it cuts off the grace of God from our soul.  Or another way to say it, mortal sin destroys our relationship with God. 
     Our Faith teaches us that this can be restored or healed by one of two ways. The Church teaches us that if one is capable of perfect contrition, they can pray directly to God for forgiveness and receive forgiveness.  Perfect contrition means being truly sorry for offending God and not motivated by fear of punishment or other resulting bad consequences.  The question we must ask, is a person who has committed mortal sin capable of perfect contrition?  Probably not.
     So, God’s mercy through Christ provides a much easier way, the Sacrament of Confession.  Through this sacrament, God the Father, through the death and resurrection of the Son, sends the Holy Spirit through the ministry of the Church/priest to give forgiveness of all sin even if the contrition is much less than perfect.
     I suspect many folks think that if they haven’t committed mortal sin there is no need for the Sacrament of Confession.  That would be wrong.  All the sacraments impart God’s grace.  We all need God’s grace.  Next week I will write about venial sin and the benefits of Confession.
     Yours in Christ, Fr. Sid.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, February 28^th at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).

STATIONS OF THE CROSS – On Thursdays during Lent. Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross
at 6:30 P.M. 

MARCH SCHEDULE – The March Lector and Server schedule is now available at the entry of the church.  

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, March 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

DCCW SPRING DEANERY MEETING – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting on Saturday, March 20^th. More details to come.

FISH FRY – Join us at Sts. Peter and Paul for the Lenten Fish Fry. Serving March 5 & 19 from 5-7 pm. Dine in and carry out available. Cost: $10.00 for Adults (12+), $5.00 age 6-12, Free-5 and under. Serving: Fried & baked fish, cheese potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, brownie sundae. Meals served at Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Life Center.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.

CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

BLESSED SACRAMENT JOB OPENING – Blessed Sacrament Catholic Preschool has an opening for Director and Teacher combination. Qualifications include experience as a director and teacher. Position is 12 months, starting July 1, 2021. Applications may be picked up at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church office. Please send applications, cover letter, references and resume to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Preschool, 518 State St, Grand Island, NE 68801.
Contacts: Barb Seier (308) 583-2885 or Fr Marty Egging (308) 384-0532.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

1^st Sunday of Lent                                                                                                        February 21, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, February 27^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (Feb 24): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Elaine Wissing t by Mary Nielsen                                                     Lector: Cate Wieck      
Thursday (Feb 25): 6:00 P.M.                                        
Zen & Rosella Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                 Sunday, February 28^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Feb 26): 6:45 A.M.                                                       
Eldon Wichmann t by The Family                                               Lector: Brook Buhrman
Saturday (Feb 27): 4:30 P.M.                             
Jim Kasson t by Tony & Susie Guyette                                                                                                              
Sunday (Feb 28): 9:00 A.M.                                                                               
For All Parishioners                                          
                                                                                                 
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (February 13 & 14)
                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $3,275.30                                          Total Raised: $20,025.00     Total Received: $18,700.00
                                                                                       Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 92
                                                                                  

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*Every Thursday during Lent - Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M.   
*Feb 21 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*Feb 28 – CCW Meeting at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).
*March 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*March 20 – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I want to start this off by saying “Thank you” to everyone who contributed to the Diocesan Appeal.  We surpassed our financial goal by  a +30% and we also exceeded out participant goal.  The dollars raised stay within our diocese and support its efforts.  These efforts make the parish shine brightly among the diocesan parishes.
     However, I must keep before you how perilous our future may be. Parishes will continue to close or be consolidated as the shortage of priests continues.  (We are blessed with 8 seminarians, the most in over 30 years with more coming next year.  But it will be 10 years before this increase will help the situation.)  St. Libory’s is experiencing growth.  We frequently register new families and have many baptisms.  But we are still the smallest parish within a 20 minute or less drive to 5 other parishes.  If you have 6 people running from a hungry bear, all that 5 need to do is run faster than the sixth.  We are the sixth.  And in terms of numbers, we are way behind the other five. Before closing a parish, the Bishop will confer with the area pastors.  This is cold realism, but they will primarily see closing us as a benefit to them by receiving us into their numbers.
     This is a frequent topic of my prayer and meditation before the Lord as pastor.  I love this parish.  It’s loving, faithful and fruitful.  I really do not want it to close.  But my prayer always takes me back to, Lord what do you want?  I do believe  His will is for us to thrive in the same sense that it is His will that His faithful thrive in His grace.  But I also know His permissive will allows for the other, as when the people of Israel failed to enter the promise land even though it was His perfect will that they should.
     I have ideas, but I am only willing to pursue God’s will.  Perhaps we could make our interior too beautiful to close.  Perhaps we could offer our parish to provide the traditional Latin Mass, which has a growing popularity, especially with younger generations.  Perhaps we could enthusiastically promote Catholic education of our children by throwing our support behind G.I. Central Catholic which is rapidly reclaiming its Catholic identity.  (This would make us an asset to the Grand Island parishes as we would be helping with their burden of school support and therefore less inclined to desire our closure.)  Perhaps we could become a center for adult Catholic learning.  We have a hall that would certainly lend itself well to the need.  (The pandemic has helped to produce an abundance of programs available via the internet.)  Perhaps we could organize to be a vibrant outreach to the surrounding community with the redeeming message of our Lord.  Perhaps we could do all of these and more.
     I realize that I’m dreaming here, but that’s where it starts.  What’s your prayer for our parish?  What’s your dream?  Are we willing to say like Blessed Mary, “I am the servant of the Lord.  Let it be done to me according to your word.”  Jesus said, “With God, all things are possible!”
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS – On Thursdays during Lent. Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross
at 6:30 P.M. 

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee & Rolls, Sunday, February 21^st after Mass.

MARCH SCHEDULE – The March Lector and Server schedule is now available at the entry of the church. Please review.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, February 28^th at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, March 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

DCCW SPRING DEANERY MEETING – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting on Saturday, March 20^th. More details to come.

FISH FRY – Join us at Sts. Peter and Paul for the Lenten Fish Fry. Serving March 5 & 19 from 5-7 pm. Dine in and carry out available. Cost: $10.00 for Adults (12+), $5.00 age 6-12, Free-5 and under. Serving: Fried & baked fish, cheese potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, brownie sundae. Meals served at Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Life Center.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                      February 14, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Wednesday, February 17^th, 6:30 P.M.
Wednesday (Feb 17): 6:45 A.M.                                              
Louis Helgoth t by Rose Marie Helgoth                                       Lector:  Bob Bogus     
Wednesday (Feb 17): 6:30 P.M.                                              
Dorothy Bogus t by Gene & Kay Placke                                      Saturday, February 20^th, 4:30 P.M.
Thursday (Feb 18): 6:00 P.M.                                                  
Jim Mamot by Jim & Vi Mamot                                                     Lector:  Beth Kozisek
Friday (Feb 19): 6:45 A.M.
Stella Schleicher t by Linda & Chuck Elley                                  Sunday, February 21^st, 9:00 A.M.
Saturday (Feb 20): 4:30 P.M.                                                               
For All Parishioners                                                                     Lector:  Madison Hirschman                                         
Sunday (Feb 21): 9:00 A.M.                                                                               
Ellen Goerl t by Marilyn Placke                                                  
                                                                                                 
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (February 6 & 7)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $1,476.00                                                        Total Raised: $20,025.00     Total Received: $18,700.00
                                                                                                     Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 92
                                                                                   

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*Every Thursday during Lent - Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M.   
*Feb 17 - Ash Wednesday, Mass at 6:45 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 17 - No Religion Class (Ash Wednesday).
*Feb 21 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*Feb 28 – CCW Meeting at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).
*March 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*March 20 – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting.
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the holy season of Lent.  Here is a rundown on how it will go down.  Ashes will be distributed in the traditional manner of the smudge on the forehead.  Rome has also authorized another form of distribution that avoids any physical contact, the sprinkling of a pinch of ash on top of the head.  So, there will be myself and another distributing by smudge and a third available for those who prefer the sprinkle of ashes.
     As for Confessions, there will not be a Penance Service.  I will however offer extended time in the confessional.  Starting the first Saturday of Lent I will be in the confessional beginning at 3 PM till 4:15 PM.  I will also be available on Wednesdays after the evening Mass till 7:30 PM or as long as needed.
     Lent is a particularly good time to do meaningful examination of conscience.  It is not for the purpose of making us feel guilty.  The purpose is healing.  Sin always injures us in some manner.  Confessing our sins to the Lord and seeking forgiveness is the application of healing Grace to our wounds.  This in turn moves us toward being the person we were created to be, made in the image of God.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

ASH WEDNESDAY – Ash Wednesday, February 17^th. Mass at 6:45 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. 

RELIGION CLASS – There will be no Religious Ed on Wednesday, February 17^th due to Ash Wednesday.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS – Starting February 18^th on Thursdays during Lent. Mass at 6:00 P.M. followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M. 

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee & Rolls, Sunday, February 21^st after Mass (rescheduled due to weather).

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, February 28^th at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, March 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

DCCW SPRING DEANERY MEETING – DCCW Spring Deanery meeting on Saturday, March 20^th. More details to come.

LENTEN EVENTS – Lenten Events at Sts. Peter and Paul are as follows:
*Sunday, February 21^st Know Your Worth Lenten Encounter Event for women. Enjoy a Virtual sharing with Danielle Bean author of "You're Worth It"--Event starts at 6:30-8pm. Plus Adoration available 11am-6pm & Confession 6-630pm.
*Lenten Series-Wednesdays in Lent 2/24-4/7 - -8pm at the VinnU, 601 Howard in St Paul. Enjoy the virtual message from Matt Simmons, a former tattoo artist on drawing closer to God. All welcome to attend one or each week. 
To register to watch personally: https://lincolndiocese.regfox.com/lent2021 
*ABLAZE MINISTRY Sunday, March 14th 6-830pm. PRAISE+WORSHIP+ADORATION, Fr Voithofer will also be sharing his message at mass: Sat. March 13th 5pm, Sunday, March 14th at 8am & 10am. All are welcome. Ablazeworship.org.

FISH FRY – Join us at Sts. Peter and Paul for the Lenten Fish Fry. Serving Feb 19, March 5 & 19 from 5-7 pm. Dine in and carry out available. Cost: $10.00 for Adults (12+), $5.00 age 6-12, Free-5 and under. Serving: Fried & baked fish, cheese potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, brownie sundae. Meals served at Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Life Center.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                        January 31, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, February 6^th, 4:30 P.M.        
Wednesday (Feb 3): 5:45 P.M.                                    
Mike Thiele by Jim & Vi Mamot                                                  Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (Feb 4): 6:00 P.M.                                                    
Jean Rock t by Ron Sack Family                                                Sunday, February 7^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Feb 5): 6:45 A.M.
Jim Wieck t by Kelly & Kathy Mutchie                                              Lector: Shayla Wichmann  
Saturday (Feb 6): 4:30 P.M.                                                     
Jim Kasson t by Bob & Jan Boehle                                                        
Sunday (Feb 7): 9:00 A.M.                                                                                 
For All Parishioners                                          
                                                                                                 
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (January 23 & 24)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $1,794.00                                                        Total Raised: $19,323.00     Total Received: $17,923.00

                                                                                                     Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 79
                                                                                                      *Note: The totals received last week were incorrect.


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Class at 6:30 P.M.
*Jan 31 – CCW Meeting at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).
*Feb 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*Feb 17 - Ash Wednesday, Mass at 6:45 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 17 - No Religion Class (Ash Wednesday).
*June 27 – July 2 – Totus Tuus.





FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     There are a lot of depressing things in our life brought about by the virus.  I thought I would use this space today to point out some positives that have come about.

     -We are spending more time with those closest to us.
     -We have come to appreciate the relationships in our life because we miss them.
     -Due to the anxiety of these times, folks are spending more time in prayer.
     -We are doing more creative thinking which has been brought about by restrictions to our normal habits of
      communication and work.
     -Since we cannot express our affections by our presence, we are expressing it by saying it, like “I love you.”
     -Due to social distancing, the front pews of the church are getting usage.  Humor aside, folks have had to break away
      from a routine of sitting in a particular place.  This gives us a different experience of Mass and an opportunity to be
      closer to different people in the parish.
     -In spite of the downside of smartphones, many seniors are discovering the marvel of being able to communicate with
      their children and grandchildren quickly and easily by such applications as Facetime or Snapchat.

     There are a lot of things for which to be thankful.  In the midst of this medical crisis, we are going through, try to imagine how many lives have been saved by health care providers and their access to the most recent discoveries of medicine.  For example, think of the ventilator, it is a fairly recent development.  By this one machine, thousands and thousands of lives have been saved.
     So, when you say your prayer, remember to be thankful.
     Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid.
    
PRAYER CHAIN - When making a request to be placed on the prayer chain, if it is not for you personally, please ask permission of the person before making the request.  We need to always be mindful of personal privacy. 
Thank you.  Fr. Sid.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, January 31^st at 10:00 A.M. (after Mass).

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, February 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
ASH WEDNESDAY – Ash Wednesday, February 17^th. Mass at 6:45 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. 
RELIGION CLASS – There will be no Religious Ed on Wednesday, February 17^th due to Ash Wednesday.

ABIDE ADORATION – Abide Adoration on Sunday, January 31, 7 to 8 p.m. at St. Leo’s Parish.  Families are invited as there will be a special blessing for children and youth.

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY - In celebration of World Marriage Day, Bishop Joseph Hanefeldt will be presiding at an Anniversary Mass on Saturday, February 13, 2021, at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Grand Island.  All married couples in the Diocese of Grand Island whose anniversary is divisible by 5 in the years 2020-2021 will be honored at the Holy Mass.  Please RSVP to St. Mary’s Cathedral, 308-384-2523, or email secretary@stmarysgi.com; or Glenda Stittsworth, 308-379-9325, email glenarch@charter.net,  by February 9, 2021.

In addition, the Cathedral Ladies will be serving a lasagna dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on February 13^th at Cathedral Square.  The meal includes lasagna, garlic bread, salad, and dessert. The meal is dine-in or carry-out.  A free will offering is requested.  Everyone is invited.

TOTUS TUUS – The dates for Totus Tuus are Sun, June 27-Thursday, July 1 for High School and Monday, June 28-Friday, July 2^nd for elementary. Registration materials will be mailed at a later date.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer – PO Box  502 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                        January 24, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, January 30^th, 4:30 P.M.       
Wednesday (Jan 27): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Rosetta Reimers t by Don & Mary Nielsen                                   Lector: Cate Wieck
Thursday (Jan 28): 6:00 P.M.                                                  
Frank & Lucy Nave t by David & Pat Zumbrum                            Sunday, January 31^st, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Jan 29): 6:45 A.M.
Dorothy Bogus t by Kim & Rod Placke                                              Lector: Jerry Placke
Saturday (Jan 30): 4:30 P.M.                                                               
For All Parishioners                                                      
Sunday (Jan 31): 9:00 A.M.                                                                               
Eldon Wichmann t by The Family                                              
                                                                                      
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (January 16 & 17)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $1,806.00                                                        Total Raised: $20,057.00     Total Received: $18,657.00
                                                                                         
                                                                                                    Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 75


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Jan 27 – Religious Education classes resume at 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*Feb 17 - Ash Wednesday, Mass at 6:45 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 17 - No Religion Class (Ash Wednesday).
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Our first and second readings for Mass this Sunday are warnings.  The first concerns the prophet Jonah warning the city of Nineveh that they are about to be destroyed for their sinfulness.  In the second, St Paul declares, “…time is running out…because the present world is passing away.”  In the Gospel reading, Jesus says, “Repent and believe in the gospel.”
     It is really easy for us to look at the news or social media and declare, “There’s the problem.”  And yet, the message of salvation is always very personal.  We are all called.  We are each responsible to heed the call and live the Gospel.
     We are indeed living in very confusing times.  We hear contradicting voices of influence telling us we should do this or that.  But as Christians we have a place of refuge, an inner peace that nothing and no one can take away; our faith in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
     So, whatever you are listening to, be sure you give priority to the message of the Gospel, read your Bible, read your Catechism, and use solid daily devotional practices.  Do this first, give priority to these first and, “The peace that passes all understanding will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”(Ph. 4:7)
     Yours in Christ,  Fr. Sid.

PRAYER CHAIN CALL LIST - Are you interested in praying for others? The Prayer Chain Call List is being updated. If you want to join the call list, please contact Yvonne Wichmann or Cate Wieck by January 29.
Yvonne Wichmann: 308-894-3477; Cate Wieck: 308-687-6140; or catewieck@gmail.com.
The updated list will be mailed to all callers by February 5.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – We plan to resume in person Religious Education learning on Wednesday, January 27^th at 6:30 P.M. Look forward to seeing everyone then.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, February 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
ASH WEDNESDAY – Ash Wednesday, February 17^th. Mass at 6:45 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. 
RELIGION CLASS – There will be no Religious Ed on Wednesday, February 17^th due to Ash Wednesday.

ABIDE ADORATION – Abide Adoration on Sunday, January 31, 7 to 8 p.m. at St. Leo’s Parish.  Families are invited as there will be a special blessing for children and youth.

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY - In celebration of World Marriage Day, Bishop Joseph Hanefeldt will be presiding at an Anniversary Mass on Saturday, February 13, 2021, at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Grand Island.  All married couples in the Diocese of Grand Island whose anniversary is divisible by 5 in the years 2020-2021 will be honored at the Holy Mass.  Please RSVP to St. Mary’s Cathedral, 308-384-2523, or email secretary@stmarysgi.com; or Glenda Stittsworth, 308-379-9325, email glenarch@charter.net,  by February 9, 2021.

In addition, the Cathedral Ladies will be serving a lasagna dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on February 13^th at Cathedral Square.  The meal includes lasagna, garlic bread, salad, and dessert. The meal is dine-in or carry-out.  A free will offering is requested.  Everyone is invited.

CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer - Mailbox 102 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                       January 17, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, January 23^rd, 4:30 P.M.       
Wednesday (Jan 20): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Jim Kasson t by Alda & Joe Boehle                                            Lector: Beth Kozisek
Thursday (Jan 21): 6:00 P.M.                                                  
Ellen Goerl t by Marilyn Placke                                                   Sunday, January 24^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Jan 22): 6:45 A.M.
Zeplin Family t by Allen & Jean Deaton                                            Lector: Bob Bogus
Saturday (Jan 23): 4:30 P.M.                                                               
Jim Wieck t by Bob & Pat McCoy                                                           
Sunday (Jan 24): 9:00 A.M.                                                                               
For All Parishioners                                          
                                                                                                 
  UPCOMING EVENTS                                              
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (January 9 & 10)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $2,088.70                                                        Total Raised: $20,002.00     Total Received: $18,602.00
Solemnity of Mary: $65.00                                                           Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 72


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Jan 27 – Religious Education classes resume at 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*Feb 17 - Ash Wednesday, Mass at 6:45 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 17 - No Religion Class (Ash Wednesday).
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I have been getting questions about the Covid vaccine that is now being distributed.  The first question concerns the morality of how the vaccine was produced.  There have been reports that aborted fetal tissue is used in the production of the vaccine.  This has been investigated and here is the information as best as I can describe it.
     The two available vaccines out are made by Pfizer and Moderna.  It’s my understanding that no fetal tissue was used in the manufacturing of these vaccines, but Pfizer did use such tissue in the testing of their vaccine.  This is not moral and shows a disrespect for human life.  The moral issue being considered is am I participating in that sin by reception of the vaccine?  This is a worthy consideration, and it needs prayerful consideration.
     What we have here is a confrontation with two paths of which there is evil to consider on both paths, secondary participation is the disregard of human life by reception of a scandal tainted vaccine or disregard of human life by being a potential carrier of the Covid virus to a person for who it will be deadly.  Catholic moral teaching says that in this type of situation you choose the path that serves the “greater good”.  By greater good the Church does not mean numbers but the higher moral principle.  In this case, the avoidance of carelessly exposing someone to death would be the higher moral principle.
     Now, this is not saying that it is immoral to not receive the vaccine, but one is still morally responsible not to carelessly spread something that could be deadly.  This can be done by other means, good hygiene and looking out for others that are vulnerable.  In my vocation of working regularly with vulnerable people, I have elected to receive and have received the first dose of the vaccine by Moderna.
     Other than the morality of receiving the vaccine there are also health issues to consider. There are potential side effects. Please keep in mind that these vaccines have been fast tracked and have not undergone the normal two-year process.  The reason for the two years is that sometimes it takes months for adverse side effects to show up.  This lengthy part of the trial has not been done.  There could be bad side effect yet to be discovered.   I advise you to do some research on your own and by all means, ask questions of your health provider.  I am not indorsing that everyone gets vaccinated.  I don’t think there is enough quality information available to make that call.  Pray about it and remember, you have the Holy Spirit to guide you.  Fear is not from the Lord.  He will give you peace in your decision. 
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

THANK YOU - I want to thank you all for your thoughts, prayers, donations, and kind words you have given me. I enjoyed serving at your Mass's. You are in my thoughts and prayers as I start my next semester of classes and discernment. 
Adam Bauer

PRAYER CHAIN CALL LIST - Are you interested in praying for others? The Prayer Chain Call List is being updated. If you want to join the call list, please contact Yvonne Wichmann or Cate Wieck by January 29.
Yvonne Wichmann: 308-894-3477; Cate Wieck: 308-687-6140; or catewieck@gmail.com.
The updated list will be mailed to all callers by February 5.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – We plan to resume in person Religious Education learning on Wednesday, January 27^th at 6:30 P.M. Look forward to seeing everyone then.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, February 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
ASH WEDNESDAY – Ash Wednesday, February 17^th. Mass at 6:45 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. 
RELIGION CLASS – There will be no Religious Ed on Wednesday, February 17^th due to Ash Wednesday.

NEBRASKA CATHOLIC PARISHES - Ron Sack and Chase Becker of Omaha (known as The Nebraska Church Guys) are working on a book that will feature all of Nebraska's Catholic Parishes, past and present. They need your help. In order to make the book more complete, they would like to engage parishioners to help them by supplying stories, photographs, etc. on the Catholic churches, convents, rectory’s, and schools that once existed in Howard County. This includes the parish of St. Libory and the other five parishes (St. Paul, Farwell, Paplin, Elba, and Warsaw). Both stressed that even the smallest of stories can have a big impact on how the history will be recorded. Sack is a native of Sts. Peter and Paul Parish. He can be reached at 13015 Irving Plaza, Omaha, NE 68154, stronn@gmail.com, 402-440-0823.

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.

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.


 

The Baptism of the Lord                                                                                            January 10, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, January 16^th, 4:30 P.M.       
Wednesday (Jan 13): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Nancy O’Connell by Jim & Vi Mamot                                         Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (Jan 14): 6:00 P.M.                                                  
Jean Rock t by Ron Sack Family                                                Sunday, January 17^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Jan 15): 6:45 A.M.
Clarence & Mayme Arends t by Their Children                             Lector: Brook Buhrman
Saturday (Jan 16) 4:30 P.M.                                                    
For All Parishioners                                                      
Sunday (Jan 17) 9:00 A.M.                                                                                
Louis Helgoth t by Helgoth Family                                             
                                                                                       
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (January 2 & 3)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Sunday Offering: $1,815.00                                                        Total Raised: $17,140.00     Total Received: $15,740.00
Solemnity of Mary: $463.00
Christmas Offering: $510.00                                                       Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 62


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Jan 27 – Religious Education classes resume at 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 5 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*Feb 17 - Ash Wednesday, Mass at 6:45 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.
*Feb 17 - No Religion Class (Ash Wednesday).
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
 All for the Bridegroom
     Ascetical practices are a form of sacrifice, but they are never enough for a deeper spiritual life…. They may strengthen spiritual discipline, but this is too narrow a view of sacrifice, missing its essential purpose. Self-denying mortifications can be managed simply by will power alone and lack love, without which sacrifice falsifies its name. What our crucified Lord Jesus would prefer from us is something more serious in love than the customary renunciations that are part of any good life. He wants sacrificial acts in the inner life that can unleash a fire within the undercurrents of our soul. He desires us to step over the edge, as it were, in offering ourselves to him in the privacy of interior prayer. He waits for bold, irreversible acts of surrender in prayer that cannot be taken back, like marriage vows, dissolvable only in death, yet repeated continually in life. Every intense sacrificial offering of this kind stretches love into the buried depths of the soul. These acts inflame our soul’s passion for God; afterward, inevitably, they compel actions of generosity for others….
     All radical love for God may hide its deeper mystery within such private offerings made in the quiet of prayer. Unknown but to God himself, these acts pronounce a willingness to sacrifice everything for love of him as our beloved Lord and God.  Father Donald Haggerty

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – We plan to resume in person Religious Education learning on Wednesday, January 27^th at 6:30 P.M. Look forward to seeing everyone then.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, February 5^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
ASH WEDNESDAY – Ash Wednesday, February 17^th. Mass at 6:45 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. 
RELIGION CLASS – There will be no Religious Ed on Wednesday, February 17^th due to Ash Wednesday.

NEBRASKA CATHOLIC PARISHES - Ron Sack and Chase Becker of Omaha (known as The Nebraska Church Guys) are working on a book that will feature all of Nebraska's Catholic Parishes, past and present. They need your help. In order to make the book more complete, they would like to engage parishioners to help them by supplying stories, photographs, etc. on the Catholic churches, convents, rectory’s, and schools that once existed in Howard County. This includes the parish of St. Libory and the other five parishes (St. Paul, Farwell, Paplin, Elba, and Warsaw). Both stressed that even the smallest of stories can have a big impact on how the history will be recorded. Sack is a native of Sts. Peter and Paul Parish. He can be reached at 13015 Irving Plaza, Omaha, NE 68154, stronn@gmail.com, 402-440-0823.

CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.

NE WALK FOR LIFE – Nebraska Walk for Life will be on Saturday, January 16^th in Lincoln at the State Capital, and Newman Center. The walk begins at 10 a.m. on the north steps of the Nebraska State Capital. From there, walk to the Newman Center, 320 N. 16th St., where our keynote speaker, Sarah Zagorski, will talk at noon.

PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR/TEACHER OPENING - Blessed Sacrament Catholic Preschool has an opening for Director and Teacher combination. Qualifications include experience as a director and teacher. Applications may be picked up at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church office.  Please send application, cover letter, references, and resume to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Preschool, 518 State Street, Grand Island, NE 68801.  Position is open until filled.
Contact Barb Seier (308)583-2885 or Father Marty Egging (308)384-0532.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer - Mailbox 102 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD                                                                                         January 3, 2021
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                   Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Saturday, January 9^th, 4:30 P.M.         
Wednesday (Jan 6): 5:45 P.M.                                    
David Bogus t by Carolyn, Doug & Maggie Kuta                         Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (Jan 7): 6:00 P.M.                                                    
Zenon & Rosella Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                              Sunday, January 10^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Jan 8): 6:45 A.M.
Michael Peetz t Katie & Mike Thiele                                                   Lector: Madison Hirschman
Saturday (Jan 9) 4:30 P.M.                                                      
Jim Kasson t by Tony & Susie Mamot                                                    
Sunday (Jan 10) 9:00 A.M.                                                                                
For All Parishioners                                          
                                                                                                 
                                               
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (December 24, 25 & 27)
                                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Christmas Offering: $4,943.00                                                    Total Raised: $14,346.00     Total Received:
Sunday Offering: $2,918.00                                                        Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 47



UPCOMING EVENTS
*Jan 8 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     A great big welcome to 2021!  2020 will live on in infamy.  Good riddance. 
     I have some hopes for the future.  Our parish is growing.  In spite of the difficulties of 2020, we grew in registered families, baptisms and professions of faith.  We have about 160 registered families and of them, about two thirds could be considered active.  That is pretty amazing considering that most parishes are hardly claim 25% active.  During the pandemic our attendance has been stable and we have seen an increase of visitors.
     I want to encourage you to make contact with visitors.  Introduce yourself and invite them to return.  A friendly parish is the number one attraction to those seeking a home parish or looking to return after a long absence.
     I must remind you that the future of our parish is precarious at best.  We are the smallest of six parishes in a 15-mile radius.  There will be parish closings in the future.  Unfortunately, numbers matter.  To survive into the future, we must grow!  Yes, we have grown but we must continue.  We are seated in a growing population area.  (Just notice the new homes being built.)  Consider inviting someone.  And most important, pray for your neighbors.  Our world desperately needs Christ, just like we do.  Remember, you are the Lord’s instrument.  Let Him work through you.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

THANK YOU - Thank you very much for your many cards and gifts remembering Carol on her birthday and our Christmas.  May the Lord bless you abundantly!  Fr. Sid.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, January 8^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.

SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer - Mailbox 102 - Conception MO  64433

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.
 

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas), The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph                                       December 25 & 27, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net

Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                           Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
unday: 9:00 A.M.                               Thursday: 6:00 P.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                 Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Weekend Mass.                                 

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Monday - Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                           Thursday, December 31^st, 4:00 P.M.   
Wednesday (Dec 30): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Carter Rock t by Arch & Betty Ambrose                                     Lector: Tony Placke
Thursday (Dec 31): 4:00 P.M.                                                  
For All Parishioners                                                                   Saturday, January 2^nd, 4:30 P.M.
Friday (Jan 1) No Mass
Saturday (Jan 2) 4:30 P.M.                                                       Lector: Cate Wieck
For All Parishioners                                                      
Sunday (Jan 3) 9:00 A.M.                                                             Sunday, January 3^rd, 9:00 A.M.                         
Eldon Wichmann t by Bill & Jan Sack                                      Lector: Vi Mamot       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (December 19 & 20)
                                                                                                Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Adults: $2,020.00                                                          Total Raised: $14,346.00     Total Received: $13,096.00
Christmas Offering: $100.00                                         Donor Goal: 86                     Current No. of Donors: 47
Immaculate Conception: $60.00
Retirement Fund: $10.00


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Dec 31 – Mass at  4:00 P.M.
*Jan 8 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I doubt that any years in our lifetime will be recalled with the loathing that the year 2020 has fostered.   It has been a crazy, confusing, and disruptive series of events.  It has produced sadness, loneliness, depression, frustration, anxiety, fear, irritability, to name a few.  We sometimes feel like we are hunkered down just waiting for the next bad event.
     If you are reading this, it is probably because you are or have turned to the Lord for help.  Psalm 121 says, “I lift up my eyes to the hills.  From where does my help come?  My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth!”  If you are familiar with the salvation story as recorded in Holy Scripture, you are also aware that the Lord speaks to us from the “storm clouds”.   His message is always pointing out the path of salvation, the Good News.
     I invite you as we conclude this year to renew your commitment to our Lord Jesus Christ.  Invite him into your soul and give Him permission to reveal His saving Truth to you as it applies to you in a very personal way.  We will only get to know our Creator to the extent that we come to know our self.  We only get to know our self to the extent that we allow the Lord to shine His Light of Truth in our soul.  He is always waiting to come closer.  Invite Him!
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid

THANK YOU - Thank you to the Dvorak family for once again putting up the beautiful star and angels on the front of the church!  And thank you to Ken, Beth, Nick, and Jake Kozisek for putting up the beautiful new garland inside the church.