29^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                       October 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: 5:50 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, October 23^rd, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (October 20): 5:50 P.M.
Tom Warner t by Ann Wieck                                                        Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (October 21): 6:00 P.M.                                            Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Louis Helgoth t by Rose Marie Helgoth              
Friday (October 22): 6:45 A.M.                                                 Sunday, October 24^th, 9:00 A.M.         
Leora Dembowski by Dave & Leann Horak                    
Saturday (October 23): 4:30 P.M.                                             Lector: Chris Wichmann
Pat & Linda Jeffres by Jake & Deanna Bauer                             Servers: Logan & Cameron Placke                   
Sunday (October 24): 9:00 A.M.                                                                      
For All Parishioners                  
                                                                         
October Ushers: Joe Dush, Jim Mamot, Rod Wichmann, Matt Beiber                                                    
                                                                                                                 
                         
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (October 9 & 10)

Regular: $2,877.38


UPCOMING EVENTS
*October 19 – Catholic Daughters at 7:00 P.M. in the Parish Hall.
*October 23 – Pine needles clean-up at 9:00 A.M.
*October 24 – Noodle Making at 1:30 P.M. in Parish Hall. See bulletin for addl info.
*October 30 – Setup tables/chairs after mass for soup supper.
*November 1 – All Saints Day, Mass at 6:30 P.M.
*November 2 – All Soul’s Day, Mass at 6:30 P.M.
*November 5 - Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*November 7 – Soup Supper.
*November 14 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*November 14 – CCW Meeting at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I think many Christians get very discouraged when they don’t seem to make much self-improvement in their personal virtue and general spirit life. It’s normal but doesn’t necessarily need to be that way.
     There are many possible causes. This is why time spent in prayer, meditation upon scripture and devotionals along with self-examination are very important. The answers are not obvious to us and that is the source of our frustrations. For example, it could be caused by our self-pride. In which case applying remedies to other issues will not help.
     But other than miss identifying causes another major problem is trying to overcome a difficult problem in a day. The author C.S. Lewis once recommended, “Don’t worry about winning the war. Concentrate of winning the small skirmishes and in the end, you will have won the war.”  In other words, fight the small battles you know you can win. For example, you know you frequently use the Lord’s Name in vain. You want to stop but it just seems to always blurt out in spite of your very best intentions. Instead to trying to stop entirely, shoot for doing it less by simply keeping count each day. This technique can be applied to many other vices.
     When a small victory has been achieved, speak a brief thanksgiving to the Lord and reward yourself in a small way. And be patient with yourself. The important thing it to stay close to the Lord by your regular prayer and attendance at Mass. Your willingness to be in His will is all He needs to eventually get you there.
     Yours in Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid.

PINE-NEEDLES CLEAN-UP – Need a few volunteers to come on Saturday morning, October 23^rd at 9:00 A.M. to clean the pine needles off the cemetery hill so the stumps can be removed. Bring a rake and pitchfork if you have one. Shouldn’t take more than a couple hours. Please let Fr. Sid know if you can help.
 
TOOTSIE ROLL DRIVE - Support our Knights through their Tootsie Roll Drive. The Knights of Columbus will be raising money for Special needs children by offering Tootsie Rolls in exchange for a donation. After Mass on October 16^th and 17^th  there will be a podium in the back for a free will donation. Your support is  appreciated.

CATHOLIC DAUGTHERS – Catholic Daughters will meet on Tues, October 19^th at 7:00 P.M. at the St. Libory Parish Hall.

MAKING NOODLES – We will be making noodles for the Soup Supper on Sunday, October 24^th at 1:30 P.M. in the Parish Hall. Each person please bring a noodle maker and/or rolling pins.

REMEMBERING OUR DECEASED LOVED ONES – If you wish to have a loved one remembered during Mass on November 1^st and 2^nd please return the form at the bottom of the bulletin, and put in an envelope by Sunday, October 24th. The names will remain on the altar for the month of November.

SOUP SUPPER SET UP – On Saturday, October 30^th we will be setting up tables/chairs after Mass for soup supper.

ALL SAINTS/SOULS’ DAY – All Saints Day is Monday, November 1^st. Mass at 6:30 P.M. All Souls’ Day is Tuesday, November 2^nd. Mass at 6:30 P.M.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, November 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.

SOUP SUPPER – Soup Supper is November 7^th. Please sign up at the back of the church. Each family will need to bring a cake for the cake walk, grocery item for bingo prize (make sure not expired), and homemade item for the country store. We would also like to invite the men of the parish to help serve soup and assist with the clean up as well. Everyone’s help is needed and greatly appreciated.

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

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, November 14^th at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).

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.

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I wish to have the following loved one(s) remembered during Mass on November 1^st and 2^nd:
Loved One(s) __________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by________________________________________________________________
Please PRINT. Please return by Sunday, October 24^th either through the mail or place in the collection basket.  
 

28^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                       October 10, 2021

                                                 St. Libory’s Catholic Church
                                                                       505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
P                                                                     Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
                                                                       Rectory: 308-687-6276
C                                                                     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: 5:50 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, October 16^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (October 13): 5:50 P.M.
Mike Thiele t by Rita Wichmann                                                  Lector: Taylor Turek
Thursday (October 14): 6:00 P.M.                                            Servers: Kunze’s, Layden Glandt
Clarence & Mayme Arends t by Their Children                
Friday (October 15): 6:45 A.M.                                                 Sunday, October 17^th, 9:00 A.M.         
Donald Nielsen t by His Family              
Saturday (October 16): 4:30 P.M.                                             Lector: Tony Placke
For All Parishioners                                                                    Servers: Hayden Heaton, Blake Wissing                       
Sunday (October 17): 9:00 A.M.                                                                      
Eldon Wichmann t by Virgil & Rita Dierberger                 
                                                                         
October Ushers: Joe Dush, Jim Mamot, Rod Wichmann, Matt Beiber                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (October 2 & 3)

Regular: $2,641.00


UPCOMING EVENTS
*October 10 -  Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*October 10 -  CCW Meeting at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).
*October 16 – Rosary Rally at 12 noon in the church.
*October 24 – Noodle Making at 1:30 in Parish Hall. See bulletin for addl info.
*November 1 – All Saints Day, Mass at 6:30 P.M.
*November 2 – All Soul’s Day, Mass at 6:30 P.M.
*November 5 - Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*November 7 – Soup Supper.


FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This Monday will be Columbus Day, a federal holiday.  Columbus has come under withering criticism in recent decades, mostly because of the mistreatment of Native Americans that resulted from Europeans immigrating to the Americas. I fail to see how that was his personal fault.  The coming to the Americas was inevitable. With the development of better sailing vessels it was only a matter of time, if not Columbus it would have been someone else.
     Attached to the mistreatment of Natives was the slave trade. These were indeed evil practices and the Church led the way it bringing about their end.  I bring this topic up because slavery is still among us and even increasing with very little notice or effort to stop it.
     One of the distressing attachments to the ongoing influx of people from south of our boarder is young girls and boys who are being brought to our nation to be sold for sexual entertainment.  They have no identity, no proof that they even exist, so they are disposable. They disappear in death without notice, without record, without justice. This terrible evil is happening right now in our nation.
     So, I ask you to be alert.  If you come across a young person, (child, teenager, or young adult), accompanied by an older adult and something doesn’t seem right, it probably isn’t.  Make mental notes, if you can snap an unnoticed picture with your phone do it, then call 911. You might be thinking, but what if it’s perfectly innocent?  It might well be. But what if it’s not and you did nothing?
     So, watch and pray and by all means, act!
     Yours in Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid.

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and Rolls, Sunday, October 10^th after Mass.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, October 10^th at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).

TOOTSIE ROLL DRIVE - Support our Knights through their Tootsie Roll Drive. The Knights of Columbus will be raising money for Special needs children by offering Tootsie Rolls in exchange for a donation. The dates will be after Mass on October 9^th and 10^th in which there will be people collecting at the door and October 16^th and 17^th  there will be a podium in the back for a free will donation. Your support is  appreciated.

ROSARY RALLY – America Needs Fatima Rosary Rally, Saturday, October 16^th at 12 noon in the church. Come assist in praying a very special Rosary for our nation.

MAKING NOODLES – We will be making noodles for the Soup Supper on Sunday, October 24^th at 1:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Each person please bring a noodle maker and/or rolling pins.

REMEMBERING OUR DECEASED LOVED ONES – If you wish to have a loved one remembered during Mass on November 1^st and 2^nd please return the form at the bottom of the bulletin and put in an envelope by Sunday, October 24th. The names will remain on the altar for the month of November.

ALL SAINTS/SOULS’ DAY – All Saints Day is Monday, November 1^st. Mass at 6:30 P.M. All Souls’ Day is Tuesday, November 2^nd. Mass at 6:30 P.M.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, November 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.

SOUP SUPPER – Soup Supper is November 7^th. Please sign up at the back of the church. Each family will need to bring a cake for the cake walk, grocery item for bingo prize (make sure not expired), homemade item for the country store. Your help and participation are appreciated.

TRI-PARISH FALL FESTIVAL – The Sts. Peter & Paul, St. Anthony’s (Farwell) and St. Joseph (Elba) will be hosting our 1^st Annual Tri-Parish Fall Festival on Sunday, October 17^th at the St. Peter and Paul Parish Life Center. There will be a meal, polka band, raffle, silent auction, bingo and much more. Meal $12 for adults, $7 Children 6-12, 5 and under Free.

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.
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I wish to have the following loved one(s) remembered during Mass on November 1^st and 2^nd:
Loved One(s) __________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by________________________________________________________________
Please PRINT. Please return by Sunday, October 24^th either through the mail or place in the collection basket.  
 

27^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                         October 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: 5:50 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, October 9^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (October 6): 5:50 P.M.
Ray & Rita Schwartz t by Virginia Merten                                    Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (October 7): 6:00 P.M.                                               Servers: Kunze’s, Mark Usasz
Jim Kasson t by Carolyn Kuta               
Friday (October 8): 6:45 A.M.                                                   Sunday, October 10^th, 9:00 A.M.         
Marcella Thompson t by Her Family                   
Saturday (October 9): 4:30 P.M.                                                Lector: Rod Placke
Joseph & Victoria Radke t by Jerry & Shirley Hanisch                 Servers: Chet Wichmann, Eli Placke                 
Sunday (October 10): 9:00 A.M.                                                                      
For All Parishioners                  
                                                                         
October Ushers: Joe Dush, Jim Mamot, Rod Wichmann, Matt Beiber                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (September 25 & 26)

Regular: $2,015.00
                                                           
  UPCOMING EVENTS
*October 24 – Noodle Making at 1:30 in Parish Hall. See bulletin for addl info.
*November 5 - Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*November 7 – Soup Supper.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This is Pro-Life Sunday, a Sunday set apart to recognize the sanctity of all human life.  The primary focus for the last 50 years has been abortion on demand.  The Catholic Faith has always taught that willful abortion is morally wrong and considered “grave matter”, meaning it is a very serious sin.  Even, Pope Francis who strongly leans toward progressive thought and politics has recently stated in his typical blunt vocalizations that, “abortion is murder.”
     That said, it must also be recognized that most women who submit to abortion have been pressured to go against their most maternal instincts.  Although media will put before you women “celebrating” their abortions, honest mental health providers have observed that abortion always leaves a scar upon the heart and soul of both women and men, haunted by dreams and imaginations of what “might” have been, or more properly, “who” might have been.  Parents of aborted children carry deep wounds.
     It is this whole contorted mess of human death and tortured souls that the Church stands against, and she offers forgiveness and healing.  And she does all in her power to bring an end to the barbarity and insensitive disregard for the precious, unrepeatable gift of human life.
     Stand with the Church, pray for an end of abortion.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

CHURCH/PARISH HALL - When leaving the church and parish hall, please double check that the door(s) have locked behind you.  There are times when they don’t quite latch and can be pulled back open.  It’s sad that we must keep the facilities locked but we must.  Unfortunately, churches have become the target of vandalism and even arson.  If you would like access to the church to come and pray, please ask me and I will provide you with a key.  Again, please be sure to check the doors when you exit the church.  Thank you.  Fr. Sid.
JUNK JAUNT THANK YOU – The HS Youth would like to thank the parish for their generous donations of food and sale items for our recent Junk Jaunt site. Thank you for shopping and dining with us. Special thanks to those hard-working ladies at the cashier’s table and in the kitchen who volunteered a combined total of over 200 hours of their time over the course of the weekend! Thanks to the support of our parish family our fund-raising event was a great success!

TOOTSIE ROLL DRIVE - Support our Knights through their Tootsie Roll Drive. The Knights of Columbus will be raising money for Special needs children by offering Tootsie Rolls in exchange for a donation. The dates will be after Mass on October 9^th and 10^th in which there will be people collecting at the door and October 16^th and 17^th  there will be a podium in the back for a free will donation. Your support is  appreciated.

MAKING NOODLES – We will be making noodles for the Soup Supper on Sunday, October 24^th at 1:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Each person please bring a noodle maker and/or rolling pins.

REMEMBERING OUR DECEASED LOVED ONES – If you wish to have a loved one remembered during Mass on November 1^st and 2^nd please return the form at the bottom of the bulletin and put in an envelope by Sunday, October 24th. The names will remain on the altar for the month of November.

LIFE CHAIN – Life Chain will be Sunday, October 3^rd from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. on Webb Road between 13^th Street and State Street. The purpose of the life chain is to provide a strong visual statement of solidarity by the Christian community that abortion is wrong. Signs will be available starting at 1:45 p.m. at 1333 N Webb & 1831 N Webb Road. Feel free to bring chairs and strollers. Information call 308-381-1253,

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, November 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.

SOUP SUPPER – Soup Supper is Sunday, November 7^th. More details to come.

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.


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I wish to have the following loved one(s) remembered during Mass on November 1^st and 2^nd:
Loved One(s) __________________________________________________________________________
Remembered by________________________________________________________________
Please PRINT/write legibly.
Please return by Sunday, October 24^th either through the mail or place in the collection basket.  
 

26^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                  September 26, 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: 5:50 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, October 2^nd, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (September 29): 5:50 P.M.
Cheryl Helgoth t by Rose Marie Helgoth                                     Lector: Beth Kozisek
Thursday (September 30): 6:00 P.M.                                        Servers: Kunze’s, Aden Moody
Mike Thiele t by Mike Thiele Family & Friends                
Friday (October 1): 6:45 A.M.                                                   Sunday, October 3^rd, 9:00 A.M.           
Stella Schleicher t by Clare & Deb Kurz              
Saturday (October 2): 4:30 P.M.                                                Lector: Shayla Wichmann
Leona Singkofer by Bob & Mary Singkofer                                  Server: Ashton Helgoth            
Sunday (October 3): 9:00 A.M.                                                                        
For All Parishioners                  
                                                                         
October Ushers: Joe Dush, Jim Mamot, Rod Wichmann, Matt Beiber                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (September 18 & 19)

Regular: $1,990.00
                                                          

UPCOMING EVENTS
*October 1 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*October 24 – Noodle Making at 1:30 in Parish Hall. See bulletin for addl info.
*November 7 – Soup Supper.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I have some news to announce to the parish.  Our parish has been continuously growing and its needs have increased accordingly.  I have found it increasingly difficult to meet those needs.  As a result, many areas are left unattended.  After conferring with the parish council and with their approval we are hiring some assistance.
     I am pleased to inform you that as of October 1st, Kathy Wieck will be employed 20 hours a week as Administrative Assistant.  For the past year Kathy has been working on a volunteer basis with organizing our music.  As an employee she will continue this duty.  She will also be taking on the duties of Director of Religious Education or D.R.E.  This position has been filled for more than 10 years by Donna Placke.  Donna has done an excellent job by bringing organization and arranging a curriculum so that our youth are exposed to all aspects of our Faith.  Donna will continue as a catechist but feels it is time to pass the baton to another.  She has served very well, and we are grateful and happy that she will still be around as a valuable resource.
     In addition to the duties mentioned above Kathy will also be working up a parish data base to provide for better communication within the parish.  This will provide list of various groups within the parish, men, women, youth, families with school age children, new members, singles, married couples, etc., etc. and the best means by which to communicate with them.
     Thank you Kathy, for coming on board.  We are very pleased to have you.  May the Lord bless all you put your hand to. 
     Yours in Christ,  Fr. Sid.
  
JUNK JAUNT FUNDRAISER - The Middle and High School Youth will be offering a food stand and hosting a Junk Jaunt site at the parish hall through Sunday, September 26 from 10am - 1pm.

Funds are being raised to update the meeting space in the church basement and fund additional youth service projects throughout the year.  

All unsold items will be taken to Mary's Closet, the Blessed Sacrament Thrift Store and Goodwill, unless you stop in at 1 pm on Sunday to reclaim them!  

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, October 1^st with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

MAKING NOODLES – We will be making noodles for the Soup Supper on Sunday, October 24^th at 1:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Each person please bring a noodle maker and/or rolling pins.

THE WAY FOR MEN – Are past hurts disrupting your connections with others? Have you experienced anxiety, over-protectiveness, or fear of vulnerability? Have pain and unforgiveness shaken your trust in God? The Way is a 3-day guided meditation and prayer experience for men, crafted around the Stations of the Cross. Follow the steps Christ took to overcome dread, confusion, deep hurt, betrayal, and anger. Learn His ways. Find hope and healing. The dates are Oct 1-3, Overlook Lodge at Camp Comeca, Cozad Ne. For more information: https://www.gidiocese.org/victim-assistance.

LIFE CHAIN – Life Chain will be Sunday, October 3^rd from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. on Webb Road between 13^th Street and State Street. The purpose of the life chain is to provide a strong visual statement of solidarity by the Christian community that abortion is wrong. Signs will be available starting at 1:45 p.m. at 1333 N Webb & 1831 N Webb Road. Feel free to bring chairs and strollers. Information call 308-381-1253,

SOUP SUPPER – Soup Supper is Sunday, November 7^th. More details to come.

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.

 

25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                  September 19, 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: 5:50 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.                                             
Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.                                                       

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                         Saturday, September 25^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (September 22): 7:00 P.M.
Religious Education kids                                                            Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (September 23): 6:00 P.M.                                       Servers: Kunze’s, Kalen Weller
Rita Schwartz t by Virginia Merten                                 
Friday (September 24): 6:45 A.M.                                            Sunday, September 26^th, 9:00 A.M.     
Dorothy Bogus t by Elaine Panowicz                  
Saturday (September 25): 4:30 P.M.                                        Lector: Bob Bogus
Ellen Goerl t by Kevin & Margy Goerl                                         Servers: Michael & James Buhrman                 
Sunday (September 26): 9:00 A.M.                                                                 
For All Parishioners                  
                                                                         
September Ushers: Dennis Placke, Ron Glause, Dave Boehle, Jeff Buhrman                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                        
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (September 11 & 12)

Regular: $2,401.00
                                                          

UPCOMING EVENTS
*September 22 – Daily Mass at 7:00 P.M.  
*October 1 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*October 24 – Noodle Making at 1:30 in Parish Hall. See bulletin for addl info.
*November 7 – Soup Supper.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Next weekend is the annual Junk Jaunt, and our High School youth are participating as a fund raiser.  It will be held in the parish hall.  Food will be served, and they are solicitating the donation of items to sell as well as food. (Please check sign-up sheet for requested food items.)
     After Sunday all unsold items will be appropriately disposed.  If you wish to reclaim any unsold item, you will need to make arrangements to pick it up by Sunday 1 pm.  This is the first time the parish has participated in many years.  It was successful then with the exception of the removal of unsold item.  Hence, this is why there is requirement of picking up unsold items you wish to keep.
     You may bring item beginning Wed. Sept. 22 after 7:30 pm (conclusion of religious ed.) through Thur. Sept. 23.  For more information or questions please contact Ken Kozisek (308-379-7170) or Beth Kozisek (308-379-1949).
     Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid.
  
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS - Catholic Daughters will meet on September 21^st at the St. Paul parish center at 7:00 p.m.

DAILY MASS/SEPT 22 – Daily Mass on Wednesday, September 22^nd will be at 7:00 P.M. during Religious Education.

MAKING NOODLES – We will be making noodles for the Soup Supper on Sunday, October 24^th at 1:30 in the Parish Hall. Each person please bring a noodle maker and/or rolling pins.

JUNK JAUNT FUNDRAISER - The Middle and High School Youth will be offering a food stand and hosting a Junk Jaunt site at the parish hall Friday, September 24 from 7am-7pm, Saturday, September 25 from 7am - 7 pm and Sunday, September 26 from 10am - 1pm.

Funds are being raised to update the meeting space in the church basement and fund additional youth service projects throughout the year.  

Donations of food items as well as household goods, collectibles, furniture, toys, clothing, vintage items, tools,  etc. are welcome. Items can be dropped off at the parish hall from 7:30 pm Wednesday night through Thursday evening.   Please bring only clean items as they will be displayed inside the hall.  Items that no longer work for their original purpose will be added to an "upcycling center" where they will be paired with upcycling ideas from Pinterest and other online sites.  Partial cans of paint that are still usable, as well as other craft supplies are also welcome for the upcycling center.  

All unsold items will be taken to Mary's Closet, the Blessed Sacrament Thrift Store and Goodwill, unless you stop in at 1 pm on Sunday to reclaim them!  

A "wish list" / sign-up sheet for food items will be posted in the entry way of the church.  Contact Ken (308-379-7170) and Beth (308-379-1949) Kozisek for more details.

THE WAY FOR MEN – Are past hurts disrupting your connections with others? Have you experienced anxiety, over-protectiveness, or fear of vulnerability? Have pain and unforgiveness shaken your trust in God? The Way is a 3-day guided meditation and prayer experience for men, crafted around the Stations of the Cross. Follow the steps Christ took to overcome dread, confusion, deep hurt, betrayal, and anger. Learn His ways. Find hope and healing. The dates are Oct 1-3, Overlook Lodge at Camp Comeca, Cozad Ne. For more information: https://www.gidiocese.org/victim-assistance.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, October 1^st with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

SOUP SUPPER – Soup Supper is Sunday, November 7^th. More details to come.

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.

 

24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                  September 12, 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
                                                
S                                                                     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: 5:50 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.                                                                                                                                                                                           Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.                                                            


MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                         Saturday, September 18^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (September 15): 5:50 P.M.
In Thanksgiving by Dale & Carolyn Arends                                 Lector: Taylor Turek
Thursday (September 16): 6:00 P.M.                                        Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Donald Nielsen t by His Family                          
Friday (September 17): 6:45 A.M.                                            Sunday, September 19^th, 9:00 A.M.     
Stella Schleicher t by Linda Schleicher               
Saturday (September 18): 4:30 P.M.                                        Lector: Madison Hirschman
Bobby Wissing t Norm & Gerri Wissing Family                          Servers: Logan and Cameron Placke                
Sunday (September 19): 9:00 A.M.                                                                 
For All Parishioners                  
                                                                         
September Ushers: Dennis Placke, Ron Glause, Dave Boehle, Jeff Buhrman                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (September 4 & 5)

Regular: $2,310.00
                                                           

UPCOMING EVENTS
*September 12 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*September 12 – CCW Meeting at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).
*September 15 – Daily Mass on Wednesdays begins at 5:50 P.M. due to Religious Education.
*September 15 – Religious Education begins at 6:30 P.M.
*October 1 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This Wednesday we will begin our new youth religious education school year.  As I write this we are still in need of catechist for the kindergarten and 5^th grade.  Why do I say “catechist” instead of teacher?  Because a catechist is more than a teacher.  They do teach but more than teach, they hand on the Faith, the Faith of the Church, and the faith they personally possess.
     St. John-Paul said that what the Church needs is not teachers but “credible witnesses” and if a teacher is to be effective, they must be a credible witness.  The difference is a teacher might only pass on information.  A witness gives testimony, just like a witness does in court.  Every one of us bears witness in our world to something by our words or silence, our action or inaction.  The “catechist” bears witness to their faith in Christ Jesus as taught by the precepts of our Catholic Faith.  By our Baptism and Confirmation every one of us has been gifted to be a witness via the uniqueness of our individual personage, created by God.  There is no exemption from this call.  Every Christian is to be a witness for the Lord.
     So, have you prayed about this need we have for catechist.  Not everyone is called to this just as not everyone is called to be a priest or religious.  But some are.  Is it you?
     Yours in Christ, Fr. Sid.

BERT PLACKE/THANK YOU – Thank you to the Family of Bert Placke for the generous donation of $820.00 to the St. Libory Cemetery Fund in memory of  Bert Placke.  The family also wishes to extend its heartfelt appreciation to Fr. Sid and the Parish for their support at this difficult time. We are blessed to live in such a fine and caring faith community.

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and Rolls, Sunday, September 12^th after Mass to kick off the Religious Education year.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, September 12^th at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Religious Education will start on Wednesday, September 15^th at 6:30 P.M. We are still in need of 2 catechists. Please contact Donna Placke at 308-380-5275 if you can help.

DAILY MASS/WED – On Wednesday, September 15^th the Daily Mass on Wednesdays will be at 5:50 P.M. due to RE.  

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS - Catholic Daughters will meet on September 21^st at the St. Paul parish center at 7:00 p.m.

JUNK JAUNT FUNDRAISER - The Middle and High School Youth will be offering a food stand and hosting a Junk Jaunt site at the parish hall Friday, September 24 from 7am-7pm, Saturday, September 25 from 7am - 7 pm and Sunday, September 26 from 10am - 1pm.

Funds are being raised to update the meeting space in the church basement and fund additional youth service projects throughout the year.  

Donations of food items as well as household goods, collectibles, furniture, toys, clothing, vintage items, tools,  etc. are welcome. Items can be dropped off at the parish hall from 7:30 pm Wednesday night through Thursday evening.   Please bring only clean items as they will be displayed inside the hall.  Items that no longer work for their original purpose will be added to an "upcycling center" where they will be paired with upcycling ideas from Pinterest and other online sites.  Partial cans of paint that are still usable, as well as other craft supplies are also welcome for the upcycling center.  

All unsold items will be taken to Mary's Closet, the Blessed Sacrament Thrift Store and Goodwill, unless you stop in at 1 pm on Sunday to reclaim them!  

A "wish list" / sign-up sheet for food items will be posted in the entry way of the church.  Contact Ken (308-379-7170) and Beth (308-379-1949) Kozisek for more details.

THE WAY FOR MEN – Are past hurts disrupting your connections with others? Have you experienced anxiety, over-protectiveness, or fear of vulnerability? Have pain and unforgiveness shaken your trust in God? The Way is a 3-day guided meditation and prayer experience for men, crafted around the Stations of the Cross. Follow the steps Christ took to overcome dread, confusion, deep hurt, betrayal, and anger. Learn His ways. Find hope and healing. The dates are Oct 1-3, Overlook Lodge at Camp Comeca, Cozad Ne. For more information: https://www.gidiocese.org/victim-assistance.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, October 1^st with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.

 

23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                    September 5, 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

S                                                                     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: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.                                                             

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                         Saturday, September 11^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (September 8): 6:00 P.M.
Betty Schwenk t by Her Family                                                    Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (September 9): 6:00 P.M.                                          Servers: Kunze’s, Layden Glandt
Allan Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                  
Friday (September 10): 6:45 A.M.                                            Sunday, September 12^th, 9:00 A.M.     
Irene Horak t by Dave & Leann Horak                
Saturday (September 11): 4:30 P.M.                                        Lector: Tony Placke
For All Parishioners                                                                    Servers: Hayden Heaton, Blake Wissing                       
Sunday (September 12): 9:00 A.M.                                                                 
Joseph & Victoria Radke t by Jerry & Shirley Hanisch Family                  
                                                                         
September Ushers: Dennis Placke, Ron Glause, Dave Boehle, Jeff Buhrman                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (August 28 & 29)

Regular: $2,633.00
                                                                       

UPCOMING EVENTS

*September 12 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*September 12 – CCW Meeting at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).
*September 15 – Daily Mass on Wednesdays begins at 5:50 P.M. due to Religious Education.
*September 15 – Religious Education begins at 6:30 P.M.
*October 1 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.


FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Our nation observes Labor Day this weekend.  It should be pointed out that it was Christianity that gave dignity to “labor”.  Prior to the time of Christ all who did manual labor were considered to be of lessor value, not worthy of respect.  Christ came as a common man who labored with his hands as a carpenter.  This changed everything.  God became a laborer!
     Unfortunately, as the influence of Christianity wanes in our culture we are once again seeing this nasty division among people.  We have on one side wealthy, educated and politically connected elite and on the other side a working class, high school educated who hold politically incorrect values according to the elite.  The tension has increased year after year.
     Only Christ can heal this.  The name “devil” means “divider” and boy has he been working overtime.  Let us not get caught up in this but remember our true values as Christians.  As Bishop Sheen has observed, “Our test is not in how much we love our family and friends but rather, how much we love our enemies!”
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.


THANK YOU – Thanks for the school supply donations, the support is greatly appreciated!

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and Rolls, Sunday, September 12^th after Mass to kick off the Religious Education year.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, September 12^th at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 
-Religious Education will start on Wednesday, September 15^th at 6:30 P.M.
-We need 2-3 catechists. Please consider growing and sharing your faith with your kids.
 Please contact Donna Placke at 308-380-5275 if you can help.

DAILY MASS/WED – Starting Wednesday, September 15^th the Daily Mass on Wednesdays will be at 5:50 P.M. due to Religious Education.

USHERS – We will begin to start using Ushers again starting in September to pick and bring up the offering. Please check the bulletin to see if you are scheduled (scheduled for the month).

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, October 1^st with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

POLISHFEST – Come celebrate the 21^st annual Polishfest on September 12^th from 10:30a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at St. Francis Hall in Ashton, NE. Will include Polka Mass, polish buffet, polka music, children’s activities, silent auction and more. For more details and times see the flyer on the bulletin board in the entry of the church.

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.

 

22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                        August 29, 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: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.                                                                                                                                                                                          Friday: 6:45 A.M.
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to Weekend Mass.


MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                         Saturday, September 4^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (September 1): 6:00 P.M.
Jim Wieck t by Gene & Loretta Greene                                       Lector: Beth Kozisek
Thursday (September 2): 6:00 P.M.                                          Servers: Mark Usasz
Ted & Susan Hutchison t by Jim & Vi Mamot                             
Friday (September 3): 6:45 A.M.                                              Sunday, September 5^th, 9:00 A.M.       
Deaton Family t by Allen & Jean Deaton            
Saturday (September 4): 4:30 P.M.                                          Lector: Rod Placke
For All Parishioners                                                                    Server: Chet Wichmann, Eli Placke                               
Sunday (September 5): 9:00 A.M.                                                                   
Eldon Wichmann t by Roger & Annette Ogard                            
                                                                         
September Ushers: Dennis Placke, Ron Glause, Dave Boehle, Jeff Buhrman                                                    
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (August 14 & 15)

Regular: $1,064.00
Assumption of Mary: $452.00

      (August 21 & 22)

Regular: $2,499.00
Assumption of Mary: $20.00
                                                                   

UPCOMING EVENTS
*September 1 – Religious Education Catechist/Aide meeting at 6:30 P.M. in the Parish Hall.
*September 3 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
*September 12 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*September 12 – CCW Meeting at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).
*September 15 – Daily Mass on Wednesdays begins at 5:50 P.M. due to Religious Education.
*September 15 – Religious Education begins at 6:30 P.M.


FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     We have had an unusual string of deaths here at St. Libory’s.  Bert Placke, Tony Sabin, Betty Schwenk and Michele (Buhrman) Brase all within a few days of each other.  We extend our sincerest condolences to each family during their time of grief.
     I want to say a special thanks to the CCW for the invaluable service they render to the families by putting on the lunch after the funerals.  Attending a funeral, putting on the lunch or providing in any way to comfort the sorrow of the families is what the Church defines as a “corporal work of mercy”, specifically called “burying the dead.”
     Burying the dead is one of our primary ministries as the Church.  This is a time when the message we proclaim is most readily realized, the hour when someone leaves this life on earth and crosses over into eternity.  Our participation reminds us that we too will face such a moment, our last moment.  Helping to “bury the dead” prepares each of us for that day.  “For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten son so that everyone who believes in Him should not parish but have everlasting life.  (John 3:16).
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

CONDOLENCES – Please keep the families of Betty Schwenk and Michele Buhrman Brase in your prayers during their time of grief.

THANK YOU - Thank you to the St. Libory Demolition Derby committee for giving the parish $500. for the use of our parking lot.  This event is growing every year with greater attendance.  Our parking lot was full and overflowing.  
 
PINE TREES - The removal of the pine trees is being completed.  You have probably been asked as I have about why they are being removed.  It’s simple, they are dead or dying.  We hope to do a landscaping project in the middle where the trees were and perhaps replant trees on the north side.  

USHERS – We will begin to start using Ushers again starting in September to pick and bring up the offering. Please check the bulletin to see if you are scheduled (scheduled for the month).

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, September 3^rd with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and Rolls, Sunday, September 12^th after Mass to kick off the Religious Education year.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, September 12^th at 10:30 A.M. (after coffee & rolls).

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 
-Religious Education will start on Wednesday, September 15^th at 6:30 P.M.
-Catechist/Aide meeting on September 1^st at 6:30 P.M.
-We need 2-3 catechists. Please consider growing and sharing your faith with your kids.
 Please contact Donna Placke at 308-380-5275 if you can help.

DAILY MASS/WED – Starting Wednesday, September 15^th the Daily Mass on Wednesdays will be at 5:50 P.M. due to Religious Education.

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.

 

THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY                                                    August 15, 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
E                                                                     Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net
                                            
                                                                       
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

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

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                         Saturday, August 21^st, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (August 18): No Mass                                          
Thursday (August 19): 6:00 P.M.                                             Lector: Taylor Turek
Mike Thiele t by Mike & Mary Alice Dwyer                                  Servers: Kunze’s, Kalen Weller
Friday (August 20): 6:45 A.M.                                                 
Donald Nielsen t by His Family                                                   Sunday, August 22^nd, 9:00 A.M.  
Saturday (August 21): 4:30 P.M.                                                         
Ellen Goerl t by Larry Kosmicki                                                  Lector: Tony Placke
Sunday (August 22): 9:00 A.M.                                                Servers: Michael & James Buhrman                  
For All Parishioners                                                                                            
                                                             
                                                                                                                  
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (August 7 & 8)

Offering: $2,304.00
                                                                                  

UPCOMING EVENTS
*August 18 – No daily mass on Wednesday, August 18^th.
*September 3 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Why is Jesus’ rising to Heaven called “ascension” and Mary’s rising called “assumption?”  There is a very important distinction.  Jesus as God rises to heaven on His own power.  Mary is drawn into heaven by the same power.  For example, a helicopter rises by its own power as compared to someone being lifted into the air by a rope from a helicopter.
     The distinction is important because many Catholics (and most non-Catholics) get confused about the nature of the Blessed Mary.  She is NOT divine.  She is fully human.  Consequently, we do not worship Mary.  We honor her as the human mother of the divine and only Begotten Son, the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity who became fully human without giving up His full Divinity.
     Because of her unique role in our salvation as the Mother of our Lord she reigns in heaven as Mother of the King, Christ Jesus.  Your baptism made you an adopted sibling of Christ the King, princesses, and princes if you will.  As such, Blessed Mother Mary is our adopted, spiritual mother.  She prayerfully intercedes for us like any faithful mother only much more effectively due to her unique position and relationship to her Son our Lord. 
     A right relationship with the Blessed Mother will never distract or compete with a Christian’s personal relationship with her Son.  It’s quite the opposite.  She will always defer to her Son and always lead you closer to Him.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

CONDOLENCES – Condolences to the Bert Placke and Tony Sabin families. Please keep them in your prayers during their time of grief. Thank you to all who assisted with food and help for the funerals.

DAILY MASS/AUGUST 18 – No daily mass on Wednesday, August 18^th.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, September 3^rd with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Registration - We are beginning to make  plans for registration for the 2021-2022 Religious Education Year.  Once again, we will begin classes for K-12 on Wednesdays at 6:30pm beginning in early to mid-September and concluding in late April. If your child (or family) is new to the program this year, please contact Donna Placke at donna.placke@gmail.com or 308-380-5275 so we will be able to get program and registration information to you.  If there is interest and we have both a catechist and room space, we will consider having a preschool program for the kids entering Kindergarten in 2022.  Please let me know if you have a child that you would like to have in this type of program.

Volunteers - We are happy to welcome anyone interested in helping with the program as Catechist, Aide, or other volunteer.   Please contact Donna if you think you can help out.  

Supply Donations - We have worked our way through the inventory of supply donations collected in the past.   If you are shopping for school supplies, we could use some of the following items:  pencils, pencil top erasers, crayons, colored pencils,  black or blue pens, paper clips. Donations can be left in the box in the back of the church.   Thanks for your help!

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.
 

19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                              August 8, 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: 6:00 P.M.
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.                              Thursday: 6:00 P.M.                                                          
                                                                         Friday: 6:45 A.M. 
Reconciliation: 30 minutes prior to                                                                                                                                
Weekend Mass.



MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

Monday & Tuesday: No Daily Mass                                         Saturday, August 14^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (August 11): 6:00 P.M.                                         
Mike Thiele t by Mike & Mary Alice Dwyer                                   Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (August 12): 6:00 P.M.                                             Servers: Mark Usasz
Jim Wieck t by Jim & Kathy Vogel                                                         
Friday (August 13): 6:45 A.M.                                                  Sunday, August 15^th, 9:00 A.M.  
Tom Harrahill t by Chuck & Celestine Sysli                                                        
Saturday (August 14): 4:30 P.M.                                              Lector: Rod Placke
Dorothy Bogus t by Arch & Betty Ambrose                                  Servers: Cameron Placke                    
Sunday (August 15): 9:00 A.M.                                                  
For All Parishioners                                                                                            
                                                             
                                                                                                                       
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (July 31 & August 1)

Offering: $2,370.00
 
                                                                     

UPCOMING EVENTS
*September 3 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Next week the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary will be observed.  It falls this year on Sunday so it will be an opportunity to celebrate it with a larger part of the faith community.  The Assumption is a Holy Day of obligation.  Unfortunately, it is usually a smaller crowd when it falls during the week.  So, this year falling on Sunday we have the opportunity to engage this observance with the full force of Sunday attendance.
     So, what is the Assumption?  It is an observance of the occasion when the Blessed Virgin Mary was bodily assumed into Heaven at the moment of her death.  It has been a subject of discussion among Catholic theologians as to whether she actually died or was simply assumed into heaven at the end of her earthly life.  Some have argued that she had no sin therefore she was not subject to death.  Others have countered that she followed the footsteps of her Savior-son and died.
     Does it matter?  Obviously to some but in general it makes little difference to our salvation.  What it does mean is that her mission/ministry changed.  Similar to her divine Son and like the saints she entered into the powerful  mission of an intercessor.  Only hers is supreme to all the saints due to her office as Mother of God.  (Now don’t let that confuse you.)  The title Mother of God is not so much about Mary but about the person she gave birth to, Jesus.  He is fully human and fully God/divine.  In conceiving and giving birth to him, that makes her the “Mother of God.”  Please be encouraged to read up on this as it drives non-Catholics crazy.”
     In all things, Mary in her perfect humanness sets the pattern/model for the Church and every Christian.  In all things she is what we are to do and become, bringing Christ into the world, nurturing, and giving the Body of Christ to the world.  Among the few words we have from Mary in scripture she says of her Son, “Do whatever he tells you.”  Super advice!  To this I would add, “Do it the way Mary did it!”
     Yours in Christ our Lord and Savior.  Fr. Sid.
 

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, September 3^rd with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Registration - We are beginning to make  plans for registration for the 2021-2022 Religious Education Year.  Once again, we will begin classes for K-12 on Wednesdays at 6:30pm beginning in early to mid-September and concluding in late April. If your child (or family) is new to the program this year, please contact Donna Placke at donna.placke@gmail.com or 308-380-5275 so we will be able to get program and registration information to you.  If there is interest and we have both a catechist and room space, we will consider having a preschool program for the kids entering Kindergarten in 2022.  Please let me know if you have a child that you would like to have in this type of program.

Volunteers - We are happy to welcome anyone interested in helping with the program as Catechist, Aide, or other volunteer.   Please contact Donna if you think you can help out.  

Supply Donations - We have worked our way through the inventory of supply donations collected in the past.   If you are shopping for school supplies, we could use some of the following items:  pencils, pencil top erasers, crayons, colored pencils,  black or blue pens, paper clips. Donations can be left in the box in the back of the church.   Thanks for your help!

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.
 

18^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                              August 1, 2021

                                          St. Libory’s Catholic Church
                                                                       505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
                                                                       Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
R                                                                    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: 6:00 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, August 7^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (August 4): 6:00 P.M.                                           
Stella Schleicher t by Clare & Deb Kurz                                     Lector: Beth Kozisek
Thursday (August 5): 6:00 P.M.                                               Servers: Kunze’s, Jackson Nielsen
Zen & Rosella Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                                        
Friday (August 6): 6:45 A.M.                                                    Sunday, August 8^th, 9:00 A.M.  
Ray & Rita Schwartz t by Virginia Merten                                                           
Saturday (August 7): 4:30 P.M.                                                Lector: Shayla Wichmann
For All Parishioners                                                                    Servers: Hayden Heaton, Blake Wissing                       
Sunday (August 8): 9:00 A.M.                                                    
John & Val Kotlarz                                                                                              
                                                             
                                                                                                         
                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (July 24 & 25)

Offering: $1,897.00
                                                                      

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

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Well, here it is August already.  Fall sports conditioning has already started in our schools and hopefully classes will too.  I generally write these a week ahead of time so at the time you read this something may have transpired regarding the new variation of the corona virus.  Hopefully it will be nothing.  But if it does turn into another pandemic, we will endure and trust our Lord and Savior.  Humanity has been through far worse events.
     Threatening events are always a reminder of the importance of our faith in God.  Sometimes it shames us because we realize we should always be faithful regardless of good or bad events around us.  But don’t let your pride or shame keep you away. (Think of the prodigal son and his father.)  God love you far more than any of us can imagine.  This life we live now is temporary.  All trials and terrors will pass and be no more.  Every tear will be dried, and every sad soul will be comforted.  So, keep the faith, stand your ground.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

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

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Registration - We are beginning to make  plans for registration for the 2021-2022 Religious Education Year.  Once again, we will begin classes for K-12 on Wednesdays at 6:30pm beginning in early to mid-September and concluding in late April. If your child (or family) is new to the program this year, please contact Donna Placke at donna.placke@gmail.com or 308-380-5275 so we will be able to get program and registration information to you.  If there is interest and we have both a catechist and room space, we will consider having a preschool program for the kids entering Kindergarten in 2022.  Please let me know if you have a child that you would like to have in this type of program.

Volunteers - We are happy to welcome anyone interested in helping with the program as Catechist, Aide, or other volunteer.   Please contact Donna if you think you can help out.  

Supply Donations - We have worked our way through the inventory of supply donations collected in the past.   If you are shopping for school supplies, we could use some of the following items:  pencils, pencil top erasers, crayons, colored pencils,  black or blue pens, paper clips. Donations can be left in the box in the back of the church.   Thanks for your help!

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.
 

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                                July 25, 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: 6:00 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, July 31^st, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (July 28): No Mass
Thursday (July 29): No Mass                                                   Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Friday (July 30): No Mass                                                        Servers: Kunze’s, Layden Glandt
Cheryl Helgoth t by Rose Marie Helgoth                                                                                    
Saturday (July 31): 4:30 P.M.                                                  Sunday, August 1^st, 9:00 A.M.
For All Parishioners                                                                                          
Sunday (August 1): 9:00 A.M.                                                  Lector: Bob Bogus                                          
Eldon Wichmann t by Larry & Jeannie Happ                             Servers: Chet Wichmann, Eli Placke                             
                                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                          
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (July 17 & 18)

Offering: $2,586.00
 
UPCOMING EVENTS                                               


*July 28 – No Daily Mass.
*July 29 – No Daily Mass.
*July 30 – No Daily Mass.
*August 6 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This past Friday, July 23 was St. Liborius Memorial Day.  We are celebrating it today.  He died in the year 397, 1624 years ago!  Most of you are familiar with the story but it bears repeating.
     He was bishop in Le Mans, France and his brief biography says he was a very successful evangelizer and ordained several hundred priests.  There are no known surviving writings of his.  Probably because those who did, like St Hilary to his south were deported by the emperor of the time because the emperor was a heretical Arian.
     St. Martin of Tours was bishop in a neighboring diocese, and it is said that they were best of friends.  St. Liborius died in St. Martins presence.  400 years later St. Liborius’ relics, (bones) were moved to Paderborn Germany.  This area of Europe was just then being evangelized and St Liborius became the patron saint of Paderborn.  The procession to bring his relics to Paderborn was highlighted by the unusual presence of a peacock that led the way and then perched upon the church when they arrived.  Thus, the peacock became the identifying symbol of St. Liborius.
     As you know we request his intercession after every Mass and today we seek it with special emphasis for the wellbeing of our parish and its preservation and prosperity in the future.  Thank you and blessings to all of you on this very special day!
     Yours in Christ, Fr. Sid.


DAILY MASSES – There will be no daily masses on Wednesday, July 28^th, Thursday, July 29^th and Friday, July 30^th.

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

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Registration - We are beginning to make  plans for registration for the 2021-2022 Religious Education Year.  Once again, we will begin classes for K-12 on Wednesdays at 6:30pm beginning in early to mid-September and concluding in late April. If your child (or family) is new to the program this year, please contact Donna Placke at donna.placke@gmail.com or 308-380-5275 so we will be able to get program and registration information to you.  If there is interest and we have both a catechist and room space, we will consider having a preschool program for the kids entering Kindergarten in 2022.  Please let me know if you have a child that you would like to have in this type of program.

Volunteers - We are happy to welcome anyone interested in helping with the program as Catechist, Aide, or other volunteer.  Please contact Donna if you think you can help out.  

Supply Donations - We have worked our way through the inventory of supply donations collected in the past.   If you are shopping for school supplies, we could use some of the following items:  pencils, pencil top erasers, crayons, colored pencils,  black or blue pens, paper clips. Donations can be left in the box in the back of the church.   Thanks for your help!
MAN OF THE SHROUD – The Man of the Shroud is coming to Grand Island from July 23 – July 30^th at St. Mary’s Cathedral. See below for list of events:
-July 23 – July 30^th : (Parish Hall) 42-panel exhibit with replicas of crown of thorns, whip, nails, and holy sponge in the parish hall for viewing. Viewing times for display on St. Mary’s website. Display viewing ends July 30^th at 1 p.m.
-Wednesday, July 28^th : (Parish Hall) Jim Bertrand gives his presentation on the Shroud at 6:30 p.m. (about 1hr + 20 min Q&A).
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.

 

16^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                                July 18, 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: 6:00 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, July 24^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (July 21): 6:00 P.M.
Jeremy Nielsen t by The Family                                                  Lector: Taylor Turek
Thursday (July 22): 6:00 P.M.                                                  Servers: Aden Moody
Stella Schleicher t by Linda Schleicher                                                                                       
Friday (July 23): 6:45 A.M.                                                        Sunday, July 25^th, 9:00 A.M.
Mike Thiele t by Mike Thiele’s Family & Friends                                                                                      
Saturday (July 24): 4:30 P.M.                                                    Lector: Madison Hirschman                                          
Jerry & Gloria Rathman t by Dave & Leann Horak                     Servers: All available                           
Sunday (July 25): 9:00 A.M.                                                    
For Our Parish                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                       
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (July 10 & 11)
Offering: $1,387.00     
                                                                      

UPCOMING EVENTS
*July 18 - Parish Council meeting after Mass.
*July 25 – St. Liborius Feast Celebration and Parish potluck. See bulletin for details.
*August 6 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     Next week will be our annual St. Liborius feast day.  The virus prevented us from having it last year, so I am really looking forward to it’s resumption.  Two years ago, I was kind of disappointed in how many people stayed away.  I realize it’s the time of year when people are on vacation and attended family reunions and such.  But I also suspect that we Catholics have lost our understanding of this very Catholic, sacramental practice.
     You may have observed that historically Catholics were very active doing things like visiting churches, making a pilgrimage to a holy place, carrying holy cards, using holy water, blessed palms, incense and frequently visiting cemeteries.  Many people still do these things, but most don’t understand why.  There is Grace received by these practices.  They are all a form of prayer and expressions of faith that extend beyond words.
     You all realize that our future as an open parish is going to be in jeopardy.  It’s the condition of our times and we are certainly not the only parish concerned about closing.  What we do next Sunday is a very sacramental prayer addressing our specific needs as a parish.  If you can at all possibly attend, please do!  We will be doing the Eucharistic procession around the parish grounds.  We will have transportation for any who have difficulty walking.  Come and express your faith in the Lord’s good will for our parish and enjoy meal of fellowship afterwards.
     Thank you for your prayerful support of our parish.  God bless you!  Fr. Sid.

PARISH COUNCIL MEETING – Parish Council Meeting, Sunday, July 18^th after Mass.   

ST. LIBORIUS DAY
SUNDAY, JULY 25, 2021

-Mass at 9:00 A.M.
-Eucharistic Procession 10:00 A.M.
-Transportation will be available for those who have difficulty walking.
-Parish Potluck 11:00 A.M.
-Kids crafts, and outdoor games for all!
-The CCW will provide fried chicken, rolls, tableware & drinks. Bring a salad, side dish, or dessert to share.  
Join us for this joyous event for food, fellowship, and fun!
 
FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, August 6^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

MAN OF THE SHROUD – The Man of the Shroud is coming to Grand Island from July 23 – July 30^th at St. Mary’s Cathedral. See below for list of events:
-July 23 – July 30^th : (Parish Hall) 42-panel exhibit with replicas of crown of thorns, whip, nails, and holy sponge in the parish hall for viewing. Viewing times for display on St. Mary’s website. Display viewing ends July 30^th at 1 p.m.
-Wednesday, July 28^th : (Parish Hall) Jim Bertrand gives his presentation on the Shroud at 6:30 p.m. (about 1hr + 20 min Q&A).

VOLUNTEERS/CEMETERY WORK - Volunteers needed for cemetery work.  Looking for anyone how would like to do some light digging by removing dirt and sod around tombstones.  Most stones are set upon a concrete base.  Over time dirt collects on the concrete around the stones causing grass and weeds to grow next to the stones resulting in more and difficult trimming.  Removal results in less trimming and a more attractive display of the stones.  Dirt can be placed in provided wheelbarrow and you do not need to haul the dirt off. This would be an excellent community service for any youth who need the hours.  Contact Fr Sid for more details and instructions.

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.
 

15^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                                July 11, 2021

                                          St. Libory’s Catholic Church
                                                                         505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
P                                                                       Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
                                                                         Rectory: 308-687-6276
                                                                         Cell: 402-874-0112
E                                                                       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: 6:00 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, July 17^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (July 14): 6:00  P.M.
Allan Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                               Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (July 15): 6:00 P.M.                                                  Servers: Kunze’s, Kalen Weller
Donald Nielsen t by His Family                                                                                      
Friday (July 16): 6:45 A.M.                                                       Sunday, July 18^th, 9:00 A.M.
Zeplin Family t by Allen & Jean Deaton                                                                                      
Saturday (July 17): 4:30 P.M.                                                    Lector: Tony Placke                                                     
Bobby Wissing t by Norm & Geri & Family                                  Servers: Ashton Helgoth                                  
Sunday (July 18): 9:00 A.M.                                                    
For All Parishioners                                                                                                                  
                                                           
                                                         
 
                                                                       
OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                    
      (June 26 & 27)

Offering: $3,667.00 (includes previous Saturday’s)
Cemetery: $500.00

       (July 3 & 4)

Offering: $2,433.00
           
                                                                       

UPCOMING EVENTS
*July 11 – CCW meeting at 10:00 A.M. (after mass).
*July 11 – Coffee & Rolls after Mass.
*July 18 - Parish Council meeting after Mass.
*July 25 – St. Liborius Day.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I want to address the topic of sacramentals.  Sacramentals can be anything that conveys God’s grace to us.  As Catholics we have a vast array of sacramental devotional items, pictures, statues, holy cards, rosaries, crucifixes, etc. etc.  However, we have allowed ourselves to be drawn away from this recognition to a much narrower view of the flow of God’s grace.  With the increase of literacy and the easy access to information, we have unconsciously come to view grace as only available by knowledge, particularly written words.   (Here you are reading in this moment.)
     Reading, information, and knowledge are all good and very important.  But remember, Jesus is the Word made flesh, not the flesh made word.  Christ is the complete and perfect expression of God’s word, communication, information, and knowledge.  The Word became a human being. 
     It is by His humanness that He has conveyed to us the Word.  We have in the Gospels the printed Word that he spoke to reveal His message.  The message is essential and complete, but God is even more than printed words.  All of creation in some manner reflects its Creator.
     So, when you are tempted to say, “I prayed, read the Bible, went to Mass, sat before the Sacrament or visited a church but did not get anything out of it”, please consider what you were expecting.  Perhaps you were expecting some kind of knowledge and God had something better, greater, or mystical for you.
     Yours in Christ, Fr. Sid.

CCW MEETING – CCW Meeting Sunday, July 11^th at 10:00 A.M. (after mass).

COFFEE & ROLLS – Coffee and Rolls, Sunday, July 11^th after Mass.

PARISH COUNCIL MEETING – Parish Council Meeting, Sunday, July 18^th after Mass.   

ST. LIBORIUS DAY – St. Liborius Day is Sunday, July 25^th. More details to come.

BLESSED SACRAMENT PRESCHOOL – Come join us at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Preschool. We have openings in our:
-M/W 3-year-old program 8:15-11:00 a.m.
-T/W/Th 4/5-year-old program 12:15-3:00 p.m.
-M/T/W/Th 4/5-year-old program 12:15-3:00 p.m.

Please contact 308-384-2086 or stop by the preschool office.

VOLUNTEERS/CEMETERY WORK - Volunteers needed for cemetery work.  Looking for anyone how would like to do some light digging by removing dirt and sod around tombstones.  Most stones are set upon a concrete base.  Over time dirt collects on the concrete around the stones causing grass and weeds to grow next to the stones resulting in more and difficult trimming.  Removal results in less trimming and a more attractive display of the stones.  Dirt can be placed in provided wheelbarrow and you do not need to haul the dirt off. This would be an excellent community service for any youth who need the hours.  Contact Fr Sid for more details and instructions.

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.

 

        14^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                                July 4, 2021

                                         St. Libory’s Catholic Church
5                                                                    505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pasto                                                             Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
                                                                       Rectory: 308-687-6276
C                                                                     Cell: 402-874-0112
                                                                       Email: frsidb@gmail.com
                                
                                                                       Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
E                                                                     Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net