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Financial Information

DECEMBER 07 FINANCIALS: $ 12,384.05 Online Giving $ 1,325.00 #GivingTuesday Campaign $ 153.05 Adult envelopes & Plate $ 10,906.00 $9,992 from parishioners visiting other parishes 7 envelopes ($148) — St. Joseph 35 envelopes ($1,312) — St. Patrick 125 envelopes ($5,801) — Q of Peace 35 envelopes ($2,731) — mailed /dropped off $914 from the 4 pm St. Wenceslaus Family Mass

DECEMBER 14 FINANCIALS: $ 7,594.00 Online Giving $ 1,150.00 Adult envelopes & Plate $ 6,444.00 $5,676 from parishioners visiting other parishes 25 envelopes ($383) — St. Joseph 19 envelopes ($485) — St. Patrick 79 envelopes ($3,868) — Q of Peace 17 envelopes ($940) — mailed /dropped off $768 from the 4 pm St. Wenceslaus Family Mass

ST. WENCESLAUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 505 3rd Street East Dickinson, ND 58601 Phone: 701.225.3972 E-mail: stwenc@ndsupernet.com www.stwencnd.parishesonline.com www.facebook.com/stwencnd

12/19/2014

From the pastor… The time since our last publication has been exciting and a time of very visible change within the walls of St. Wenceslaus. On Friday, December 05, the long-awaited marble flooring and appointments arrived on-site and the church has been a flurry of activity with the 14-man crew, from Houston, Texas, installing the 50 tons of

marble. They have been working, on average, 14 hour days and in nearly 14 days the work has been completed. In addition, the organ arrived and was installed. Christopher Wallace, the Allen Organ representative and an accomplished organist, was on hand for the installation. The organ not only has phenomenal sound, it also is very versatile and a beautiful instrument. A true gem! The church is really coming together. The photo above shows the J C Stone crew from Houston, along with Todd Frank and Tom Keidel of Berger Electric and Doug Henning of Henning Restoration. And, Caesar Augustus, of course!

As I write this article, I am reminded of Fr. Pete Kramer, my pastor during my first assignment at St. Wenceslaus as a young priest. Fr. Kramer died ten years ago on December 15. As the current pastor, I often think about the priests who have cared for St. Wenceslaus over the last century and pray in gratitude for them. The photo at the left was taken during my assignment and I still display it in my rectory to remind me of all that Fr. Kramer taught me as a young priest.

Lastly, Fr. Thomas Grafsgaard, Parochial Vicar, and Fr. Kregg Hochhalter, In-Residence, along with the entire staff at St. Wenceslaus, join me in wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas. May the joy that the birth of our Savior brings be at the very heart of your celebrations. We are grateful for the gift that you are to our Parish and pray for your health and safety during the holidays and into the New Year 2015! Christmas Blessings~ Msgr. Patrick A. Schumacher

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Dickinson, ND 58601

Svatý VáclaveSvatý VáclaveSvatý Václave , Oroduj za nás!, Oroduj za nás!, Oroduj za nás! The above reads, “SAINT WENCESLAUS, PRAY FOR US!” in our native Czech language!

Pictures of progress

The arrival of the crates containing the marble flooring and appointments, which

were constructed on-site The floor being stripped of four layers of glue and prepped for marble installation The first row of

marble Fr. Hochhalter inspects the marble columns of the St. Joseph shrine, which he

helped design The finished ambo The carved marble Last Supper scene on the front of the Main Altar The marble medallions are inspected and assembled before being in-

laid within the marble flooringMsgr. Schumacher at the Altar of Repose (under

the Baldacchino) as it is constructed The statues of Mary and Joseph find their

new homes within the side shrines.

Veselé VánoceVeselé VánoceVeselé Vánoce!!! “Merry Christmas!”

BLESSING OF A NATIVITY God of every nation and people, from the very beginning of creation you have made manifest your love: when our need for a Savior was great you sent your Son to be born of the Virgin Mary. To our lives he brings joy and peace, justice, mercy, and love. Lord, bless all who

look upon this manger; may it remind us of the humble birth of Jesus, and raise up our thoughts to him, who is God-with-us and Savior of

all, and who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.

MASS TIMES

& Schedules ST. WENCESLAUS CLERGY WILL PRESIDE AT THE FOLLOWING MASSES AT QUEEN OF PEACE:

Saturday December 20 4 pm Sunday December 21 10 am 4 pm St. Wenceslaus Mass

Saturday December 27 4 pm Sunday December 28 4 pm St. Wenceslaus Mass

IMPORTANT DATES:

December 21 Penance Service, Q of P, 1 pm December 22 Penance Service, St. Joseph, 7 pm December 23-26 Parish Office Closed December 24 NO CCD/Confirmation CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE AT RIGHT December 26 NO TEE Mass December 31 Parish Office Closed, Noon — 5 pm MARY, MOTHER OF GOD SCHEDULE AT RIGHT January 01 Parish Office Closed

MINISTRY ASSIGNMENTS

DECEMBER 21 — Lector: Arlene Hondl Greeters: Adrian & Faye Krebs Eucharistic Ministers: Deb Cherney, Marvin Wanner, Cheryl & Cary Ridl, Faye Krebs Ushers: Michael Bertelsen, Randy Dvorak Servers: Ethan & Cody Hirschfeld

DECEMBER 25: 8:00 AM, Christmas Day— Lector: Pat Blake Greeters: Jo Hayden & Ninetta Wandler-Westrum Eucharistic Ministers: Audrey Knopik, Ken & Bobbie Volesky, Marie Fichter, Joann Decker Ushers: Mel Steiner & Tom Jahner Servers: Alex & Aric Knopik

DECEMBER 28— Lector: Doug Jilek Greeters: Deb Huffman Eucharistic Ministers: Jody Huber, Becky Berger, Mike Brost, Ninetta Wandler-Westrum, Brenda Ficek Ushers: James Bren, Ed Decker Servers: Isaiah & Nathaniel Jilek

JANUARY 04— Lector: Tim Kessel Greeters: Bernie & Paulette Marsh Eucharistic Ministers: Reyne Schaefer, Darcy Stafford, Tania Zent, Roberta Hanson, Renae Sticka Ushers: Chad Meyer, Troy Huber Servers: Emma Veverka, Kaylee Bentz, Monica Zent

JANUARY 11— Lector: Ron Tessier Greeters: Mae Greff Eucharistic Ministers: Joyce Greff, Ron Urlacher, Gayle & Scott Kudrna, Tracey Pavlicek Ushers: Harvey Bren, Frank Greff Servers: Abby Pavlicek, Emily Spradley

AREA PENANCE SERVICES: December 19, 7:00 pm, St. Patrick

December 21, 1:00 pm, Queen of Peace December 22, 7:00 pm, St. Joseph

NATIVITY OF THE LORD MASS SCHEDULES: Queen of Peace: St. Joseph: St. Patrick: Christmas Eve 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm Christmas Day Midnight, 8 & 10 am Midnight & 9 am Midnight, 8 & 10 am

MARY, MOTHER OF GOD HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULES: Queen of Peace: St. Joseph: St. Patrick: December 31 5:30 pm 7:00 pm 5:30 pm January 01 9:00 am 9:00 am 7:00 & 9:00 am

ANNOUNCEMENTS ADVENT EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Beginning November 30, St. Patrick will offer Perpetual Adoration for the Advent Season. If you would like to sign up for an hour, please call St. Patrick’s Parish Office, 483-6700. A reminder to the members of the St. Peter & Paul’s Rosary Society, New Hradec, dues of $5 are due in December 2014 for the coming year of 2015. Please mail your dues to Connie Dvorak, 11241 24th St SW, Dickinson, ND 58601. JOIN THE CDA! The Court of St. Catherine #323 invites any Catholic woman that is interested in prayer, fun, and fellowship to join our Court! Please contact Jean Privratsky, 483-4536, or Joan Brew, 483-3661, for more information about the Catholic Daughters! SPANISH MASS offered at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Dickinson, on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month at 3 pm. Por favor, únase a nosotros ! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! St. Patrick’s Parish will be staffing the homeless shelter every Thursday evening-Friday morning beginning November 06 through the end of March. Please consider helping. The 2 shifts are 9 pm—1:30 am and 1:30 am—6 am. There are 3 volunteers per shift and training is available. Call St. Patrick, 483-6700, to volunteer.

2015 CALENDARS2015 CALENDARS2015 CALENDARS are here! Pick up your calendar at the Parish Office. Thank you , Stevenson’s Funeral Home, for the calendar donation!

“I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving kindness.” Jeremiah 31:3

To the family of: +ROSEMARY FICEK,

funeral Mass on 12/15/2014 & +LUDWIG MEDUNA,

funeral mass on 12/17/2014. May the Lord grant them Eternal Rest and comfort for their family.

LENORE ANN KADRMAS, baptized December 14, 2014. Welcome to the Lord’s family!

LEONARD PROCTOR, our newest Capital Campaign donor.

DCs news

UPCOMING EVENTS: JAN 23, 24 & 25: Trinity Mardi Gras

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Mardi Gras committee is in need of many items that were lost in the fire. Can you help? Donations of bath towels, washcloths or kitchen rags, flat bed sheets, and larger pot holders are requested. Please drop all donations at THS at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your generosity! HELP NEEDED: Dickinson Catholic Schools is looking to fill 2 Janitorial/Maintenance Positions, one FT (30+ hours) and one PT (20+ hours). Contact Tina Johnson at 483-6092, email your resume to tina.johnson@sendit.nodak.edu or mail to PO Box 1177, Dickinson ND 58602. You may also apply in person at 810 Empire Road, Dickinson. Substitute Teachers are needed. Call the Administrative Office, 483-6092.

HELP THS STUDENTS MARCH FOR LIFE! On January 20, 60 students from THS will make a pilgrimage to Washington, DC for

the annual national March for Life. To help fund this trip students are selling Trinity Glasses (a set of 4) for $50. Call

Trinity to order...local delivery available!

For all events at DCS visit www.dickinsoncatholicschools.com

Have you considered your gift to the Capital Campaign...

“According to the grace of God given to me, like a skilled master builder, I laid a foundation and another person is building upon it.”

(1 Corinthians 3:10)

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Celebrating 100+ years of St. Wenceslaus Church!

St. Wenceslaus Parish Directory PHOTOGRAPHY DATES:

February 10-14 February 24-28

March 11-14

Schedule your photo session now! Call the Parish Office or visit:

http://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/stwenceslauscatholicchurch/index.php?page=10

Have Questions about the Catholic Church?

Thinking about joining the Catholic Church?

Are you an adult Catholic needing missed Sacraments?

Are you an adult Catholic interested in learning more about your Faith?

MSGR. SCHUMACHER’S ANNUAL INQUIRY CLASS IS FOR YOU!

Classes will begin early in the New Year 2015. Class and materials are free. Open to everyone! Register by calling the Parish Office, 225-3972 or

email the pastoral assistant at sarahbengtson@ndsupernet.com.

Mass Intentions Needed:

Mass intentions are being accepted at St. Wenceslaus. Kindly remember, during the

renovation, Mass intentions are offered PRIVATELY by the priests.

Mass intentions are being scheduled for Masses at St. Benedict’s Health Center.

Suggested donation for an intention is $10.

Stop by the parish office.

PLEASE NOTE:

All 2014 contributions must be

received by December 31, 2014.

In Msgr. Schumacher’s homily of 12/14/2014, he mentioned the men who walked on the

moon…here are the twelve: APOLLO 11

Neil Armstrong & Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, Jr.

APOLLO 12 Pete Conrad & Alan Bean

APOLLO 14 Alan Shephard & Edgar Mitchell

APOLLO 15 David Scott & James Irwin

APOLLO 16 John W. Young & Charles Duke

APOLLO 17 Eugene Cernan & Harrison Schmitt

Apollo 18 was cancelled; the first and third stages of the Saturn V Rocket are displayed at

the Johnson Space Center in Houston.

Christopher Wallace, Allen Organ

Representative and accomplished organist, installed the new organ

December 10-12. It is a beautiful

instrument!