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

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

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

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

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


 

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

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

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

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

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MASS INTENTIONS                                                                  MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR

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



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAROL – Happy Birthday to Carol on Christmas Day! No matter what Carol has been through she will always say “She is truly blessed”. We are truly blessed to have you and for all that you do for our parish. May you be gifted with God’s blessings on your special day and always!

MEMORY TREE - A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller is now set up. It is decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the name of the person(s) you are remembering. Also record it in the book that is by the tree.

NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve Mass at 4:00 P.M. No Mass on New Year’s Day.
FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, January 8^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

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

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

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

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

4^th Sunday of Advent                                                                                                 December 20, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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                                           Thursday, December 24^th, 3:00 P.M.   
Wednesday (Dec 23): 5:45 P.M.                                                 Lector:
Leroy Buhrman t by Dave & Sharon Boehle                                                                                
Thursday (Dec 24): 3:00 P.M.                                                   Thursday, December 24^th, 4:00 P.M.
For all those present and their loved ones                                   Lector: Cate Wieck
Thursday (Dec 24): 4:00 P.M.
For all those present and their loved ones                                   Thursday, December 24^th, 5:30 P.M.    
Thursday (Dec 24): 5:30 P.M.                                                     Lector: Bob Bogus
For all those present and their loved ones                                                                                                
Friday (Dec 25): 9:00 A.M.                                                        Friday, December 25^th, 9:00 A.M.
Deceased Members of the Parish                                               Lector: Jerry Placke
Saturday (Dec 26): 4:30 P.M.   
Jim Wieck t by Bob & Pat McCoy                                               Saturday, December 26^th, 4:30 P.M.
Sunday (Dec 27): 9:00 A.M.                                                      Lector: Beth Kozisek
For All Parishioners                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                    Sunday, December 27^th, 9:00 A.M.
                                                                                                     Lector: Shayla Wichmann
                                                                                                                                                                         

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (December 12 & 13)
                                                                                                              Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Adults: $2,874.00                                                                      Total Raised: $13,296.00     Total Received: $12,046.00
Christmas Flowers: $180.00                                                       Donor Goal: 86                    Current No. of Donors: 43
Immaculate Conception: $252.00
Retirement Fund: $160.00

UPCOMING EVENTS
*Wednesdays during Advent. Confessions at 6:30 – 7:30 P.M.
*Dec 24 – Masses at 3:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
*Dec 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*Dec 31 – Mass at  4:00 P.M.
*Jan 8 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. benediction.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     First, I want to remind everyone again about our Christmas Eve schedule.  Masses will be offered at 3 pm, 4 pm and 5:30 pm.  Our time between the 3 and 4 pm Masses are very short.  If you come for the 4 pm, please wait until the 3 pm lets out before entering.  Also, if you are concerned about social distancing, please consider attending the 5:30 pm or Christmas Day Mass at 9 am.  I anticipate that these two Masses will have lighter attendance.  We will also attempt to stream the 5:30 pm Mass on Facebook and also post a recording on our Facebook page for you to watch at home.
     Next, I would like to remind everyone as they celebrate this Christmas that adversity does not need to be an impediment to the holy joy of the celebration.  The grace of God shines brightest in the midst of darkness, just like the star of Bethlehem.  If you cannot be present with loved ones, make a special effort to speak to them by phone and other methods of messaging.  Let people know that you love them and are thinking of them.
     Finally, I want to wish each of you a very blessed and holy Christmas!
     Your is Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid

FIRST RECONCILIATION – Congratulations to the following children who made their First Reconciliation on Wednesday, December 16^th. They are: Kaleb Kaminski, Bexley Lutz, Maxwell Myers, Olivia Placke, Tripp Schleicher, Elli Steele, and Hensley Wissing.

CONFESSIONS – No Advent Parish Penance service this year. On Wednesday evenings during Advent, Confessions will be offered at 6:30 - 7:30 P.M.  

MEMORY TREE - A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller is now set up. It will be decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the name of the person(s) you are remembering. Also record it in the book that is by the tree.

MEMORY TREE/THANK YOU – A great big thank you to Tom & Kaylene Weller, Steve & Brenda Wissing and Bob & Angela Kosmicki for putting up and decorating the beautiful memory Christmas tree again this year.

CHRISTMAS MASSES – There will be three Christmas Eve Masses. They will be at 3:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.

NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve Mass at 4:00 P.M. No Mass on New Year’s Day.
FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, January 8^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.
CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

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

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

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

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

 

3^rd Sunday of Advent                                                                                                 December 13, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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, December 19^th, 4:30 P.M.    
Wednesday (Dec 16): 5:45 P.M.                                                          
Carter Rock t by Darin & Karen Placke Family                            Lector: Carolyn Kuta                                        
Thursday (Dec 17): 6:00 P.M.                                                  
Larry Forbes t by Marcia Forbes                                                  Sunday, December 20^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Dec 18): 6:45 A.M.                                                                   
Jim Kasson t by Alda & Joe Boehle                                             Lector: Brook Buhrman
Saturday – (Dec 19): 4:30 P.M.
For All Parishioners                                                        
Sunday (Dec 20) 9:00 A.M.                                                                  
Joseph & Victoria Radke t by Shirley Hanisch                                                                                  

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (December 5 & 6)
                                                                                                               Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Adults: $5,454.00                                                                       Total Raised: $12,796.00      Total Received: $11,746.00
Christmas Flowers: $150.00                                                       Donor Goal: 86                     Current No. of Donors: 41
Immaculate Conception: $30.00


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Wednesdays during Advent. Confessions at 6:30 – 7:30 P.M.
*Dec 24 – Masses at 3:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
*Dec 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*Dec 31 – Mass at  4:00 P.M.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I have some important information to bring to your attention, our Christmas Eve Mass schedule.  This year, due to the virus, we will have three Masses offered, one at 3 PM, one at 4 PM and one at 5:30 PM.  On Christmas day the Mass will be at 9 AM.  Normally a Vigil Mass may not be offered until 4 PM or later on the Eve of a Holy Day but Bishop Hanefeldt has granted permission for an earlier time due to the pandemic.
     The hope here is to spread folks out and reduce crowding.  Historically, people have attended the earliest Mass in the greatest numbers.  The first one has always been packed and sometimes overflowing.  Due to the limited seating, I anticipate the 3 and 4 PM Masses to be full.  If you are concerned about having adequate social distancing, I strongly recommend that you try to attend the 5:30 PM Mass or the 9 AM Christmas day Mass.  In the past the Christmas day Mass has had very light attendance.
     I strongly encourage you to wear a mask.  As this is being written, there is not government mandate to wear a mask in Howard county.  This could change by Christmas Eve.  If it is mandated, we will post it at the door and have mask available as they always have been in the past.
    I know there are strong feelings about both sides of the mask issue.  Both make strong arguments.  I simply ask you to think of others in the choices you make.  Please remember, it is Christmas!  Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

SUNDAY MORNING BLESSING – This Sunday Morning we will bless our new handicap parking and our new Clavinova which was provided by memorial funds given in memory of Al Roepker and Rosella Mamot. 

CONFESSIONS – No Advent Parish Penance service this year. On Wednesday evenings during Advent, Confessions will be offered at 6:30 - 7:30 P.M.  

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 13th.

MEMORY TREE - A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller will be set up in the next couple weeks. It will be decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the name of the person(s) you are remembering. Also record it in the book that is by the tree.

CHRISTMAS MASSES – There will be three Christmas Eve Masses. They will be at 3:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.

NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve Mass at 4:00 P.M. No Mass on New Year’s Day. 
CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

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

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

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

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


 

I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 13^th in the collection basket.

In Memory/Honor of_________________________________________________________________________________

Remembered by___________________________________________________________________________________

2^nd Sunday of Advent                                                                                                   December 6, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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: No Daily Mass                                                           Saturday, December 12^th, 4:30 P.M.    
Tuesday (Dec 8): 6:00 P.M.                                                     
For All Parishioners                                                                    Lector: Dave Boehle                                        
Wednesday (Dec 9): 5:45 P.M.                                                            
Eldon Wichmann t by The Family                                               Sunday, December 13^th, 9:00 A.M.
Thursday (Dec 10): 6:00 P.M.                                                              
Ted & Susan Hutchison t by Jim & Vi Mamot                              Lector: Madison Hirschman      
Friday (Dec 11): 6:45 A.M.
Jean Rock t by Ron Sack Family                                                                                                                                   
Saturday – (Dec 12): 4:30 P.M.
Lavern Lukasiewicz t by Terry & Teresa Gorecki Family                                                   
Sunday (Dec 13) 9:00 A.M.                                                                  
Cheryl Helgoth t by Rose Marie Helgoth                                                                              

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (November 28 & 29)
                                                                                                              Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Adults: $2,294.00                                                                      Total Raised: $10,796.00     Total Received: $10,796.00
Christmas Flowers: $130.00                                                       Donor Goal: 86                   Current No. of Donors: 34



UPCOMING EVENTS
*Wednesdays during Advent. Confessions at 6:30 – 7:30 P.M.
*Dec 8  – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*Dec 24 – Masses at 3:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
*Dec 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*Dec 31 – Mass at  4:00 P.M.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     We are now into the season of Advent.  Although we will not have a penance service, I will be offering additional time for confession on Wednesday evening 6:30 – 7:30 pm for the Wednesdays of Advent.  There will be a Mass offered at 5:45 and at the conclusion I will be available in the confessional till 7:30 or as long as needed.
     I am observing that many are in a deeper way turning to their faith in God.  This is very good.  A great way to do this is a regular examination of conscience and confession.  You might ask, do I really need to do that?  That is a popular approach that usually means, I’m not going to do it.  Perhaps asking our self this question instead might give better perspective, why shouldn’t I go?
     I know that admitting our sins can be embarrassing.  That is one of the reasons the Church offers confession anonymously from behind a screen.  This is offered at our parish and it is supposed to be offered at every Catholic Church.
     If you haven’t been for a while and have forgotten how to proceed, grab a brochure from the entry or simply tell the priest you would like some help.  It happens a lot and we are very happy to assist.  Your confession is held under the “seal”, which means the priest is not to divulge the content even under threat of death.  It’s Church law!  (If you have good reason to believe this has been violated, it should be reported.)
     The most helpful thing is to keep in mind that ultimately you are confessing to the Lord.  The priest is just the “phone connection” if you will.  The absolution the priest says to you comes from the Lord.  Receive it from the Lord.
     Yours in Christ our Lord, Fr. Sid.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DEC 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass is Tuesday,  December 8^th at 6:00 P.M.

CONFESSIONS – No Advent Parish Penance service this year. On Wednesday evenings during Advent, Confessions will be offered at 6:30 - 7:30 P.M.  

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 13th.

KOC MEETING – The Knights of Columbus will be having a 1^st thru 3^rd degree exemplification for joining the Knights of Columbus on Tuesday, December 8^th at 7:00 P.M. in the Parish hall.

MEMORY TREE - A Christmas tree in memory of Blaine Weller will be set up in the next couple weeks. It will be decorated with ornaments from previous years. In memory of a loved one you may bring an ornament to hang on the tree (you may hang yourself or give to Kaylene/Tom). Mark the ornament with your name and the name of the person(s) you are remembering. Also record it in the book that is by the tree.

CHRISTMAS MASSES – There will be three Christmas Eve Masses. They will be at 3:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.

NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve Mass at 4:00 P.M. No Mass on New Year’s Day. 
CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

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

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.
 

I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 13^th in the collection basket.

In Memory/Honor of_________________________________________________________________________________

Remembered by___________________________________________________________________________________

1^St Sunday of Advent                                                                                                 November 29, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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, December 5^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (Dec 2): 5:45 P.M.                                                            
Leora Dembowski by Dave & Leann Horak                                 Lector: Cate Wieck
Thursday (Dec 3): 6:00 P.M.                                                                
Allan Mamot  t by Jim & Vi Mamot                                              Sunday, December 6^th, 9:00 A.M.        
Friday (Dec 4): 6:45 A.M.
Rita Schwartz t by Her Family                                                    Lector: Vi Mamot                                                         
Saturday – (Dec 5): 4:30 P.M.
David Bogus t by Carolyn, Doug & Maggie Kuta                                                   
Sunday (Dec 6) 9:00 A.M.                                                                    
For All Parishioners                                                                       

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (November 21 & 22)
                                                                                                              Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Adults: $2,272.00                                                                      Total Raised: $8,670.00     Total Received: $8,670.00
Christmas Flowers: $145.00                                                       Donor Goal: 86                   Current No. of Donors: 25
Human Development: $25.00
Tree Removal: $500.00


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Wednesdays during Advent. Confessions at 6:30 – 7:30 P.M.
*Dec 4 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. Benediction.
*Dec 8  – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*Dec 24 – Masses at 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
*Dec 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*Dec 31 – Mass at  4:00 P.M.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This Sunday marks the beginning of the new church year with the first Sunday of Advent.  For that reason, I will be returning to offering the Mass “ad orientum”, which means I will face the same direction as the congregation during the prayers of the Eucharist. 
     The Mass has been provided in this manner for two millenniums and it is only in very recent history that priest faced the congregations.  The symbolism of ad orientum is that we are journeying toward the “kingdom of God”.  We are all to be heading in the same direction.  We are all turning our hearts, minds, and bodies toward God.  The prayers of the Mass offered by the priest are offered to God as well as by the people.  Rather than the priest and the people looking at each other, we look to God the Father, through Jesus the Son by the Holy Spirit.
     Since I as the priest will be turned in the same direction as you, please take this opportunity to fix your eyes on our beautiful crucifix (it is an inspired work of art) as you listen and participate in the prayers.  In every Mass you and I are mystically transported to Calvary, to the One Sacrifice offered once for all time.  The sacrifice that atones for our sins and redeems our lost soul.  By the mystery of the Mass you and I participate in the here and now in that One Sacrifice.  When you hear the old hymn, “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?”  Our answer should be, “Yes I am! At every single Mass!”  I invite you to ponder this reality as you make your spiritual journey through the Holy season of Advent.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.  

CONFESSIONS – No Advent Parish Penance service this year. Beginning Wednesday Dec 2, Confessions will be offered at 6:30 - 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday evenings of Advent. 

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, December 4^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS – If you would like to donate towards a poinsettia in memory of a loved one place it in the collection basket by December 13th.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DEC 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass is Tuesday,  December 8^th at 6:00 P.M.

KOC MEETING – The Knights of Columbus will be having a 1^st thru 3^rd degree exemplification for joining the Knights of Columbus on Tuesday, December 8^th at 7:00 P.M. in the Parish hall.

CHRISTMAS MASSES – There will be two Christmas Eve Masses. They will be at 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.

NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve Mass at 4:00 P.M. No Mass on New Year’s Day. 
CHOSEN VIDEO – You can watch “The Chosen” at home. Enter: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, etc.  

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

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

Conception Seminary College - Adam Bauer - Mailbox 102 - Conception MO  64433
 
WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS – We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors. Registration forms for all new members may be found at the back of the church or contact Fr. Sid.

I would like to donate towards a flower that will decorate the church during the Christmas season.
Enclosed is my donation. Return by Dec 13^th in the collection basket.

In Memory/Honor of_________________________________________________________________________________

Remembered by___________________________________________________________________________________

OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE                                             November 22, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                             Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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 (Nov 23): 6:00 P.M.                                                     Saturday, November 28^th, 4:30 P.M.
Eldon Wichmann t by The Family
Tuesday (Nov 24): 6:00 P.M.                                                    Lector: Beth Kozisek
Jim Wieck t by Gene & Loretta Greene                                       
Wednesday (Nov 25): 6:00 P.M.                                               Sunday, November 29^th, 9:00 A.M.                  
Irene Horak t by Dave & Leann Horak    
Thursday – No Daily Mass                                                       Lector: Tony Placke
Friday – No Daily Mass  
Saturday (Nov 28): 4:30 P.M.                                                              
For All Parishioners                                                                       
Sunday (Nov 29): 9:00 A.M.
Jim Kasson t by Arch & Betty Ambrose

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE                                                     DIOCESAN APPEAL
      (November 14 & 15)                                                                   Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Adults: $1,140.00                                                                        Total Raised: $6,525.00     Total Received: $6,525.00
Christmas Flowers: $240.00                                                       Donor Goal: 86                   Current No. of Donors: 15

  UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Classes at 6:30 P.M.
*Wednesdays during Advent. Confessions at 6:30 – 7:30 P.M.
*Nov 23 – Daily Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*Nov 24 – Daily Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*Nov 25 – Thanksgiving Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*Nov 26 – No Daily Mass.
*Nov 27 – No Daily Mass.
*Dec 4 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. Benediction.
*Dec 8  – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*Dec 24 – Masses at 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
*Dec 25 – Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*Dec 31 – Mass at  4:00 P.M.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This is the last Sunday of our Church year as we celebrate Christ the King Sunday. We will also be observing our national holiday of Thanksgiving.  This will be a Thanksgiving like no other in our lifetime.  Many may feel there isn’t much to be thankful for.
     I would like to put a line that I believe comes from Shakespeare before you.  “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.”  We have had a lot of absences in our lives this past year.  I’m sure you can name several mostly brought about by the virus and the effects it has on all small and great events in our lives.  We now long for those many everyday activities like a simple handshake.  Our heart longs for the missing affection expressed by personal presence and touch.
     Last week I wrote about humility as the antidote for evil pride.  I want to talk today about the antidote for jealousy.   Jealousy is one of the capital sins (also known as deadly sins) that bears bitter fruit in many unperceived ways.  Like evil pride it can lurk deep within the soul undetected without serious self-examination.  A way to get it to raise its ugly head is to intentionally express words of gratitude, especially gratitude for the gifts that another possesses.  I challenge us to put it to the test this week.  Make a mental list of gifts, yours and others and thank God for those gifts.  If you realize you have been jealous, acknowledge it and confess it to the Lord.  Christ the King will forgive you!
     Here is a healing penance.  If you cannot be with family this week, call them and express something about them that you are thankful for.  Jealousy will be vanquished!
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

DAILY MASS/MON & TUES  - Daily Mass on Monday, November 23^rd and Tuesday, November 24^th at 6:00 P.M.

THANKSGIVING MASS/WED, NOV 25 – Thanksgiving Mass on Wednesday, November 25^th at 6:00 P.M.

NO DAILY MASS – No Daily Mass on Thursday, November 26^th and Friday, November 27^th.

CONFESSIONS – No Advent Parish Penance service this year. Beginning Wednesday Dec 2, Fr. will offer Confessions 6:30 - 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday evenings of Advent. 

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, December 4^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DEC 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass is Tuesday,  December 8^th at 6:00 P.M.

KOC MEETING – The Knights of Columbus will be having a 1^st thru 3^rd degree exemplification for joining the Knights of Columbus on Tuesday, December 8^th at 7:00 P.M. in the Parish hall.

CHRISTMAS MASSES – There will be two Christmas Eve Masses. They will be at 4:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M.
Christmas Day Mass at 9:00 A.M.

NEW YEARS MASS – New Year’s Eve Mass at 4:00 P.M. No Mass on New Year’s Day. 

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

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.
 
CCHD - The annual special collection known as the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) is taken up each year around Thanksgiving time. Funds are distributed by the CCHD subcommittee of the Bishops Conference (USCCB) to organizations that assist people in various ways. In recent years, Bishop Hanefeldt has had growing concerns about the activities of some of the entities that receive funding from this annual national collection. This year he has decided to redirect the funds of this special collection. Because access to mental health care is limited in rural America, including many areas within our own diocese, the bishop is redirecting the CCHD collection to help provide mental health care for people here in our diocese who need evaluations, medications and therapy. In the coming weeks, the bishop is hoping to develop a process to provide for this vital need for human development here in our own local communities. Your donations to the CCHD collection this year will be used to help provide greater access to and funding for mental health care needs across our diocese.  If you support the national CCHD campaign, send your donations to the USCCB offices.

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.
 

33^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                    November 15, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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, November 21^st, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (Nov 18): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Michael Peetz t by Katie & Mike Thiele                                        Lector: Carolyn Kuta
Thursday (Nov 19): 6:00 P.M.  
Joseph & Victoria Radke t by Shirley Hanisch                              Sunday, November 22^nd , 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Nov 20): 6:45 A.M.                                                      
Margery Buhrman t by Dave & Sharon Boehle                              Lector: Bob Bogus
Saturday (Nov 21): 4:30 P.M.                                                              
Arnie Bogus t by Carolyn Kuta                                                                                
Sunday (Nov 22): 9:00 A.M.
For All Parishioners

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
      (November 7 & 8)

Adults: $1,986.00
All Souls: $5.00
All Saints: $10.00          

Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Total Raised: $4,125.00   Total Received: $4,125.00
Donor Goal: 86                Current No. of Donors: 12


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Classes at 6:30 P.M.
*December 4 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. Benediction.
*Dec 8  – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass at 6:00 P.M.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     In two weeks, it will begin the Holy Season of Advent and the beginning of a new Church year.  What a crazy year this has been, the virus, the election, the confusion, the controversies, and the forced changing of many of our favorite pastimes and activities.
     Change is always difficult.  But times like these do not have to always result in something bad.  Changes make us look at things differently, reappraise our values and sometimes discover something new and even wonderful.  For example, the Covid restrictions on social activities has caused us to realize how important our community activities are to us.  Our relationships have taken on an appropriate higher value.  When Mass was restricted, it became very obvious how important it was to our weekly and daily routine.
     One of the parish activities we will not be having is the Advent Penance Service.  Instead, all of the area parishes will be offering additional opportunities for individual confessions.  Here at St. Libory’s I will be offering Confession times on the Wednesday evenings of Advent after the evening Mass until 7:30 or longer if needed.  Also, you should find attached to next week’s bulletin a schedule of the Confession time of the neighboring parishes if perhaps those times work better for you.
     One of the overlooked benefits of Confession is that it helps us grow in the virtue of humility.  Recognized or unrecognized our chief and most dangerous sin is evil pride.  The remedy is the virtue of humility.  A good examination of conscience humbles us.  Admitting our sin out loud humbles us.
     With all the craziness of this past year, we all agree it feels really good to know we are moving closer to the Lord.  A super way to do that is to go to Confession.
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, December 4^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS - Catholic Daughters will be having our memorial mass for deceased members Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at St Paul. Following the mass, we will have our meeting. There will not be lunch after the meeting.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/DEC 8 – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mass is Tuesday,  December 8^th at 6:00 P.M.

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

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: You can also share the password with anyone interested.
 
CCHD - The annual special collection known as the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) is taken up each year around Thanksgiving time. Funds are distributed by the CCHD subcommittee of the Bishops Conference (USCCB) to organizations that assist people in various ways. In recent years, Bishop Hanefeldt has had growing concerns about the activities of some of the entities that receive funding from this annual national collection. This year he has decided to redirect the funds of this special collection. Because access to mental health care is limited in rural America, including many areas within our own diocese, the bishop is redirecting the CCHD collection to help provide mental health care for people here in our diocese who need evaluations, medications and therapy. In the coming weeks, the bishop is hoping to develop a process to provide for this vital need for human development here in our own local communities. Your donations to the CCHD collection this year will be used to help provide greater access to and funding for mental health care needs across our diocese.  Should you choose to support the national CCHD campaign, please send your donations directly to the USCCB offices in Washington, DC. Thank you for your support.
SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

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

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

32^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                     November 8, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

Secretary: Janelle Kunze – Cell: 308-389-4733
Email: rjkunze@hamilton.net
Prayer Chain Coordinator: Yvonne Wichmann – 308-894-3477

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                             Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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, November 14^th, 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday (Nov 11): 5:45 P.M.                                              
Francis Maciejewski t by Doug & Carolyn Kuta                            Lector: Dave Boehle
Thursday (Nov 12): 6:00 P.M.  
Ted & Susan Hutchison t by Jim & Vi Mamot                              Sunday, November 15^th, 9:00 A.M.
Friday (Nov 13): 6:45 A.M.                                                      
Eldon Wichmann t by The Family                                                 Lector: Jerry Placke
Saturday (Nov 14): 4:30 P.M.                                                              
For All Parishioners                                                                       
Sunday (Nov 15): 9:00 A.M.
Ellen Goerl t by Barb Sack

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
   (October 31 & Nov 1)

Adults: $2,654.00
World Mission: $25.00  
All Souls: $400.00
All Saints: $350.00        

Diocesan Appeal
Parish Goal: $15,898.00
Total Raised: $3,240.00   Total Received: $3,240.00
Donor Goal: 86                Current No. of Donors: 9


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Classes at 6:30 P.M.
*December 4 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. Benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
Statement by Bishop Hanefeldt on Pope Francis’ comments in a documentary film.
     Recent unofficial comments by Pope Francis in a documentary film that was released in Italy entitled Francesco, has gained wide attention. The full context of the interview in which the Holy Father talked about same-sex civil unions is unclear. 
     From what has been reported, we sense Pope Francis’ desire to reaffirm the dignity of all who are created in the image and likeness of God, including those who experience same-sex attraction. This would affirm the Catechism of the Catholic Church’s teaching that “persons with homosexual tendencies must be accepted with respect, compassion and sensitivity. Every sign of unjust discrimination in their regard should be avoided (CCC #2358).”
     Pope Francis’ comments as presented in the news are not an official pronouncement, and certainly not an expression of doctrinal teaching. No one should believe that unscripted comments expressed by the Holy Father in a media interview for a film can be taken as an official and authoritative exercise of the papal teaching office. Pope Francis’ comments in the interview that has been inserted into the documentary must be evaluated alongside official magisterial teachings. Previous papal statements and official teaching must not be misinterpreted or compromised by unofficial comments presented through various media sources. 
     Not knowing the full context of the Holy Father’s comments and his intent, let us continue to pray for him as the Vicar of Christ and pastor of the universal Church.
     Rev Joseph Hanefeldt, Bishop of Grand Island.

THANK  YOU - A big thank you to Rod Placke, Jerry Placke and Dalton Placke for their help in pouring some concrete in the storage shed and a pad for the cemetery directory.  Thank you, thank you, thank you!

THANK YOU/KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – Thanks to all in the parish who supported the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll drive for people with intellectual disabilities. With your generosity, our parish collected $521.46. Thanks for your support! If you are interested in becoming a Knight, please contact Travis Sydzyik at 388-1856 or tsydzyik@live.com.
   
FIRST FRIDAY OF ADORATION – First Friday Adoration will be on Friday, December 4^th with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with Benediction at 12:00 P.M. Please sign up at the back of the church.

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

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: J6K3PK. You can also share the password with anyone interested.
 
CCHD - The annual special collection known as the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) is taken up each year around Thanksgiving time. Funds are distributed by the CCHD subcommittee of the Bishops Conference (USCCB) to organizations that assist people in various ways. In recent years, Bishop Hanefeldt has had growing concerns about the activities of some of the entities that receive funding from this annual national collection. This year he has decided to redirect the funds of this special collection. Because access to mental health care is limited in rural America, including many areas within our own diocese, the bishop is redirecting the CCHD collection to help provide mental health care for people here in our diocese who need evaluations, medications and therapy. In the coming weeks, the bishop is hoping to develop a process to provide for this vital need for human development here in our own local communities. Your donations to the CCHD collection this year will be used to help provide greater access to and funding for mental health care needs across our diocese.  Should you choose to support the national CCHD campaign, please send your donations directly to the USCCB offices in Washington, DC. Thank you for your support.
COOKS & BAKERS – West Ne Catholic magazine is looking for cooks and bakers that are in our parish. In the most recent issue: https://catholicmagazines.org/magazine-archive/west-nebraska-catholic/gi1120,  featured a cookie baker in Broken Bow who has been a longtime supporter of her parish. We would like to continue to feature a cook or baker from our diocese on the recipe page with one of their recipes. If there is someone in your parish who donates their time and effort by baking or cooking who would make an interesting story (and who wouldn't mind being featured in the magazine and sharing their recipe) please let me know! Colleen Gallion – Associate Editor – West Nebraska Catholic

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.

ALL SAINTS                                                                                                                       November 1, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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 (Nov 2): 6:00 P.M.                                                       Saturday, November 7^th, 4:30 P.M.
Departed Loved Ones
Tuesday: No Mass                                                                     Lector: Cate Wieck
Wednesday (Nov 4): 5:45 P.M.                                                   
Jim Wieck t by Ron & Julie Dvorak                                             Sunday, November 8^th, 9:00 A.M.
Thursday (Nov 5): 6:00 P.M.                                                   
Zenon & Rosella Mamot t by Jim & Vi Mamot                              Lector: Shayla Wichmann
Friday (Nov 6): 6:45 A.M.                                                           
Rita Schwartz t by Daron & Tammy Mamot                                                                                            
Saturday (Nov 7): 4:30 P.M.                                                                
Mike Thiele’s health by Family                                                                    
Sunday (Nov 8): 9:00 A.M.
For All Parishioners

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
       (October 24 & 25)

Adults: $1,866.00
World Mission: $5.00    
All Souls: $40.00
All Saints: $20.00          


UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Classes at 6:30 P.M.
*November 1 – All Saints Day, Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*November 2 – All Souls’ Day, Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*November 6 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. Benediction.
FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     I want to use this space to address a statement by Pope Francis made in a recently released documentary.  It seems that he voiced support for civil unions for same sex couples.  Initially there were commentators who said he was misquoted but later clarifications seem to indicate that yes, he did say this.
     If you follow Catholic news you know that Pope Francis is accustomed to making inflammatory statements and sometimes, they are contradicting.  I have tried to understand him, but I confess my confusion.  I would simply remind Catholics that not even the pope can “change” the deposit of faith.  They can clarify and/or elaborate but they cannot change it and to do this requires a very specific process with guidelines. 
     When Pope Francis is giving an interview or responding to reporter questions he is not speaking  from the authority of his office.  These are his personal opinions.  They are not binding upon the faithful.  Granted, it is distressing when they go counter to the Faith and Tradition.
     All Catholics are mandated by our faith to pray for the Pope. It would seem that it is more important right now than ever.  Please, please pray for him.
     Yours in Christ,  Fr. Sid.
   
ALL SAINTS/SOULS’ DAY – All Saints Day is Sunday, November 1^st. Mass at 9:00 A.M. All Souls’ Day is Monday, November 2^nd. Mass at 6:00 P.M. 

ANNUAL SOUP SUPPER – Due to Covid our annual soup supper is cancelled this year.

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

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 Oct. 31^st & Nov. 1^st. Your support is  appreciated.

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

FORMED – If you haven’t checked out the FORMED website, you need to. There have been a lot of new additions of faith inspiring movies and studies. If you have never registered, you will need to as a parishioner of St. Libory and use the password: _____. You can also share the password with anyone interested.
 
CCHD - The annual special collection known as the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) is taken up each year around Thanksgiving time. Funds are distributed by the CCHD subcommittee of the Bishops Conference (USCCB) to organizations that assist people in various ways. In recent years, Bishop Hanefeldt has had growing concerns about the activities of some of the entities that receive funding from this annual national collection. This year he has decided to redirect the funds of this special collection. Because access to mental health care is limited in rural America, including many areas within our own diocese, the bishop is redirecting the CCHD collection to help provide mental health care for people here in our diocese who need evaluations, medications and therapy. In the coming weeks, the bishop is hoping to develop a process to provide for this vital need for human development here in our own local communities. Your donations to the CCHD collection this year will be used to help provide greater access to and funding for mental health care needs across our diocese.  Should you choose to support the national CCHD campaign, please send your donations directly to the USCCB offices in Washington, DC. Thank you for your support.
SEMINARIANS – Please keep our seminarians in your daily prayers, especially our Adam Bauer. Here is his address. Please consider sending him notes and cards of encouragement (snacks are also appreciated).

Conception Seminary College
Adam Bauer
Mailbox 102
Conception MO  64433

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

30^th Sunday in Ordinary Time                                                                                           October 25, 2020
                                                           
St. Libory’s Catholic Church
505 Spruce Street – St. Libory NE  68872 – www.stliborycatholic.com
Pastor: Fr. Sid Bruggeman
Rectory: 308-687-6276
Cell: 402-874-0112
Email: frsidb@gmail.com

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

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

Weekend Mass Times:                     Weekday Mass Times:                    
Saturday: 4:30 P.M.                            Wednesday: 5:45 P.M.
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

Wednesday (Oct 28): 5:45 P.M.                                                Saturday, October 31^st, 4:30 P.M.
Jim Wieck t by Todd & Amy Doom                                                        
Thursday (Oct 29): 6:00 P.M.                                                   Lector: Beth Kozisek
Carter Rock t by Janice Mathis 
Friday (Oct 30): 6:45 A.M.                                                        Sunday, November 1^st, 9:00 A.M.
Deaton Family t by Allen & Jean Deaton                                                                                    
Saturday (Oct 31): 4:30 P.M.                                                    Lector: Brook Buhrman
For All Parishioners                                                                       
Sunday (Nov 1): 9:00 A.M.
Loved Ones remembered by our Parishioners
Monday (Nov 2): 6:00 P.M.
Departed Loved Ones

OUR GIFTS OF TREASURE
       (October 17 & 18)

Adults: $1,707.00
World Mission: $115.00             



UPCOMING EVENTS
*Every Wednesday, Religious Education Classes at 6:30 P.M.
*October 18 – Confirmation at 2:30 P.M.
*November 1 – All Saints Day, Mass at 9:00 A.M.
*November 2 – All Souls’ Day, Mass at 6:00 P.M.
*November 6 – Friday of Adoration begins with 6:45 A.M. Mass & concludes with 12:00 P.M. Benediction.

FROM THE PASTORS DESK
     This next weekend we will observe All Saints Day at part of our regular Sunday Mass and All Souls day on Monday evening.  I want to use this space to encourage you to remember the faithful departed in your prayers and particularly on All Souls day.  It has become a popular misconception of our Catholic Faith to assume that all the faithful souls go straight to heaven when they die.  Not true.  In fact, probably most of us will need the preparation of Purgatory.  Purgatory should not be conceived as punishment but rather a final cleansing. 
     When we do a good examination of conscience, we realize we still have some “issues” with sin, a weakness that hampers our holiness. (Holiness is simply doing God’s will.)  This will not magically go away when we die.  Our perfection and purification requires the consent of our will.  The Lord will not force it upon us.  We must cooperate.
     The souls in Purgatory are being purified.  Part of this is their prayers.  But they cannot pray for their self.  That is where you and I come in.  The Church prays for them, (Every Mass.) the saints pray for them, and we pray for them.  The souls in Purgatory desire this.  It is for them like a drink of cool water on a hot day.  Exorcist confirm that what many people experience as a paranormal or “ghost” experiences is but a sad soul longing for prayer.
     You could think of this as paying it ahead.  The souls we pray for now will be praying for us now and after our death.  Someday they will thank you and you will thank them!
     Yours in Christ our Lord.  Fr. Sid.

ALL SAINTS/SOULS’ DAY – All Saints Day is Sunday, November 1^st. Mass at 9:00 A.M. All Souls’ Day is Monday, November 2^nd. Mass at 6:00 P.M. 

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 25th. The names will remain on the altar for the month of November.

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

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 Oct. 31^st & Nov. 1^st. Your support is  appreciated.
  
CHOSEN VIDEO – How to watch “The Chosen” at home. You can get it here: www.thechosen.tv/app or search “The Chosen” in your Apple or Android app store. From the app, you can stream to your tv using another device, such as Roku, Apple tv, Fire tv, Android tv, Chromecast, etc.

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

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

Conception Seminary College
Adam Bauer
Mailbox 102
Conception MO  64433

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




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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 25^th either through the mail or place in the collection basket.