Fulda, MN 56131

Website: www.triparishcfw.org

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Pastor

Rev. Msgr. R. Paul Heiting

507-458-5702

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Church Office

305 S. Lafayette Ave.

Fulda, MN 56131

Phone: 507-425-2369

Email:

stgab2369@gmail.com

Fax: 507-425-2227

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Faith Formation: 507-425-2369 ext. #2

stgabrielfaith@gmail.com

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Administrative Assistant: Nico Doom

Cell: 507-227-8239

Bookkeeper: Sue Post

Cell: 651-341-6659

Maintenance: Doug Dan-iels

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SCHEDULING RCIA, BAPTISMS &

WEDDINGS

Please contact Msgr. Heiting 507-458-5702

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS:

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9a.m.-3p.m

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Prayer Chain

JoAnne McCormick 507-425-2568

In Saint Matthew’s gospel for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, we see the call of Simon Peter, Andrew, James, and John. Jesus called

all 4 young men to follow Him so that they might become “fishers of men.” Imagine Zebedee’s surprise as his two sons, James and John, immediately followed Jesus and left him sitting in his boat! Would

you be surprised if your son or daughter, grandson or granddaugh-ter, expressed an interest in the priesthood or religious life? Would you be willing to encourage that interest? Religious vocations come

from faithful families willing to see these vocations as viable options for their children. Do what you can to promote religious vocations,

especially from within your own family! RESPECT FOR LIFE

Forty-four years ago this weekend, abortion became legal in our country. We know, of course, that just because something is legal, it

doesn’t necessarily make it right. Pray for all couples who face an unplanned pregnancy that they might choose life. Pray, especially, for those pregnant women who must face their pregnancies alone

with little to no support. JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION SAINT GABRIEL PARISH, FULDA

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Faith For-

mation Director at Saint Gabriel Parish in Fulda. This is a 20-25 hour per week position. The primary responsibility of the position in-volves directing and coordinating the Faith Formation program in

grades K-12 in the parish. Other responsibilities include coordinat-ing the Virtus Safe Environment Training and coordinating the Saint Gabriel Education Committee. A job description of this position may

be picked up in the parish office or by contacting Msgr. Heiting at msgrheiting@gmail.com Interested applicants are asked to submit a

cover letter and resume as soon as possible to: Msgr. R. Paul Heiting, Saint Gabriel Catholic Church, 309 West Lake Avenue, Fulda, MN 55131. Cover letters and resumes may also be sent to Msgr. Heiting

at the E Mail address indicated above.

Soup & Dessert Dinner

First Presbyterian Church Fulda, MN Sunday, January 29th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m..

Don’t Miss It!

Soups: Bean with Ham, Chicken Noodle,

Vegetable Beef, Chicken Tortilla & Chili.

Adults: $8.00

Children 6-12: $3.00

Children under 6 yr.old: BBQ’s, Desserts, Homemade

Just a friendly reminder…..

Eucharistic Ministers please remember to approach the Altar after the sign of Peace is com-pleted and before the ‘Lamb of God’ has begun.

If there are any questions about the liturgical Schedule

Contact Nico Doom at the St. Gabriel office.

PLEASE BE AT THE CHURCH 15 MINUTES EAR-LY IF YOU’RE SCHEDULED FOR A MINISTRY. PLEASE FIND YOUR OWN REPLACEMENT IF

YOU CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN THE MINISTRY.

SAltar Server: Molly Clarke, Nicole Madison Altar Server: Emily Madison, Dylan Kremer

Reader: Ken Salentiny Reader: Joanne Bartosh

Comm: Katie Clarke Comm: Margaret Popp

Euch Min: Kade Clarke, Holly Zins, Ken Zins

Euch Min: Tiffany Sanow, Steve Salentiny, Ken Salentiny

Min of Hosp: Glen & Sheila Crowley, Ray & Joanne Bartosh

Min of Hosp: Dave & Cheryl Thiner, Steve Ackerman, Craig Ahlers

Sun. Feb. 19 8:30 a.m. Sun. Feb. 26 8:30 a.m. Altar Server: Tyler Madison, Noah Perez Altar Server: Mariel Olsem, Courtney Zins

Reader: Linda Clauson Reader: Don Olsem

Comm: Terry Crowley Comm: Renee Dorpinghaus

Euch Min: Margaret Popp, Jim & Edie Troje

Euch Min:

Levi Zins, Lenore Wendorff, Ted Winter

Min of Hosp: Jody & Kathy Steiner & Family, Mark Voss

Min of Hosp:

Ken & Cathy Salentiny & Family, Ed Lewis

THANK YOU!

Thank you to everyone who remembered the St. Gabriel office staff at Christmas

time. Your thoughtful generosity was appreciated. May the Lord bless you all year

long. ~St. Gabriel staff

THANK YOU!

Thank you Lisa for all your years of service here at St. Gabriel. Thank you for your

generosity and wonderful sense of humor. You will be missed.

We wish you well in your future endeavors. ~ St. Gabriel Staff

Schedule of Mass Times and Mass Intentions for the Tri-parish Cluster of Westbrook, St. Anthony; Fulda, St. Gabriel; and Currie, Immaculate Heart of Mary

February 2017

Day Date Parish Time † Intention

Wed 1 St. Anthony 8:30 a.m. † Doris Determan

Thurs 2 Immaculate Heart of Mary 8:30 a.m. † Jeanne Gervais

Fri 3 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † John & Josephine Sant

Sat 4 Immaculate Heart of Mary 5:30 p.m. † Lee Oertli

Sun 5 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † Gary Holden

Sun 5 St.Anthony 10:30 a.m. Parishioners

Mon 6

Tues 7 Maple Lawn Nursing Home 10:00 a.m. † Delvin Gaul

Wed 8 St. Anthony 8:30 a.m. † Harold Vaupel

Thurs 9 Immaculate Heart of Mary 8:30 a.m. † Bernice Silva

Fri 10 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † Duane Hedrick

Sat 11 Immaculate Heart of Mary 5:30 p.m. Parishioners

Sun 12 St .Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † Hank Lenards

Sun 12 St. Anthony 10:30 a.m. † Jerry & Collette Peschges

Mon 13

Tues 14 Maple Lawn Nursing Home 10:00 a.m. † Clifford Espanet

Wed 15 St. Anthony 8:30 a.m. † Rosemary Peterson

Thurs 16 Immaculate Heart of Mary 8:30 a.m. † John Jacobson

Fri 17 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † Orrin Clarke

Sat 18 Immaculate Heart of Mary 5:30 p.m. † Leo Hansen

Sun 19 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. Parishioners

Sun 19 St.Anthony 10:30 a.m. † Catherine Weis

Mon 20

Tues 21 Maple Lawn Nursing Home 10:00 a.m. † JoAnn Wisdorf

Wed 22 St. Anthony 8:30 a.m. † Bob Schmitt

Thurs 23 Immaculate Heart of Mary 8:30 a.m. † Leon Pommier

Fri 24 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † Dorothy Reith

Sat 25 Immaculate Heart of Mary 5:30 p.m. † Rosemary Carlson

Sun 26 St. Gabriel 8:30 a.m. † Lawrence Reith

Sun 26 St.Anthony 10:30 a.m. Parishioners

Mon 27

Tues 28 Maple Lawn Nursing Home 10:00 a.m. † Fritz Heger

Giving:

1-15-2017 Week #29

Member /Envelope/checks $ 1,128.00

plate offertory $ 208.76

TOTAL $ 1,336.76

donations via the office $ 800.00

Needed weekly on average

per unrestricted fund budget $ 2,979.84

needed year to date (WK 29) $ 86,415.36

received fiscal year to date

gen. fund $ 92,153.45

Extra $ 5,738.09

Thank you

for all your won-

derful donations

of food this past

year. Our dish

lost and found

shelves are full.

Please come to the church basement and look and see if your dish

is here. Thank you.

The Diocese of Winona will provide a prompt, appropriate and compassionate response to reporters of sexual abuse

of a child by any diocesan agent (employees, volunteers, vendors, religious or clergy). Anyone wishing to make a

report of an allegation of sexual abuse should call the Victim Assistance Coordinator at 507-454-2270, Extension

255. A caller will be asked to provide his or her name and telephone number. Individuals are also encouraged to

take their reports directly to civil authorities. The Diocese of Winona is committed to protecting children, young

people and other vulnerable people in our schools, parishes and ministries. The diocesan policy is available on the

diocesan web site at www.dow.org under the Safe Environment Program. If you have any questions about the Dio-

cese of Winona's implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, Mary Hamann

at 507-858-1244 or mhamann@dow.org

We have contribution statements and Contri-

bution envelopes sitting in the back of church.

Please help us by picking yours up. Thank you.

The Story of the Presentation of the Lord (February 2)[www.franciscanmedia.org]

At the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany, the observance of Christ’s birth, and the gala pro-cession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later. (Under the Mosaic Law, a woman was ritually “unclean” for 40 days after childbirth, when she was to present herself to the priests and offer sacrifice—her “purification.” Contact with anyone who had brushed against mystery—birth or death—excluded a person from Jewish worship.) This feast emphasizes Je-sus’ first appearance in the Temple more than Mary’s purification.

The observance spread throughout the Western Church in the fifth and sixth centuries. Because the Church in the West celebrated Jesus’ birth on December 25, the Presentation was moved to February 2, 40 days after Christmas.

At the beginning of the eighth century, Pope Sergius inaugurated a candlelight procession; at

Money Counters Thank you Mike Vortherms & Mark Voss for your help and dedication to this ministry during the month of De-

Altar Society Jan 21-Feb 3, 2017

Sacristan Duties

Vigil Candle

BOWLS AND PANS

There is a large collection of pans and bowls in the church basement. Please stop and pick yours up soon. Thanks so much for your donations to the fu-nerals. It means so much to the families to have lunch and a place that welcomes them.

GUATEMALAN COFFEE We have San Lucas Toli-man coffee. Please pick up a bag or two at the church office or at Maynard’s. We have

Regular, Whole Bean and Ground Coffee. The

price for the coffee is $11.00 a bag to cover

postage costs.

2017 Money Counters

January:

Jason & Kel-sey Bartosh, Jason Appel

February:

Mark Voss Dave Thiner

March:

Margaret Popp, Jim & Edie Troje

April:

Genell Holla-han, Margaret Popp

May:

Harlan & Mary Ann Boom, Randy Kremer

June:

Linda Clau-son & Barb Kruger

July:

Jason & Kel-sey Bartosh, Bill & Sharon Fuerstenberg

August

Doyle & Betty Abrahamson Mike & Sue Zins

September:

Harlan & Mary Ann Boom, Randy Kremer

October:

Sarah Pack & Mike Vor-therms

November:

Linda Clau-son & Barb Kruger

December:

Mark Voss Mike Vor-therms

Altar Society: Feb 4 - May 5 2017

Feb Date Phone Phone

Lisa Opdahl Feb 4-10 425-2612

Tammy Ahlers Feb 11-17 425-2680

Shannon Bakke Feb 18-24 425-2156

LaVerna Olsem Feb 26 - Mar 3 425-2722

March

Ardell Fischer Mar 4-10 425-2036

Trudy & Midge Mar 11- 17 425 3202 425-2837

Pat Heart Mar 18-24 507-370-2302

Margaret Goedtke Mar 25-31 425-2031

April

Sherri Boehnke April 1-7 425-2736

Elaine Kirsche April 8-14 425-2457

Edie Troje April 15-21 507-360-4236

Donna Lenards April 22-28 425-2120

Edie Troje Jan 21-27 507-360-4236

Donna Lenards Jan 28- Feb 3 425-2120

Edie Troje

Margaret Goedtke

Joanne Bartosh

Barry Holinka

Midge Johlfs

Willie Sanow

Sunday, January 29, 2017

Sunday, February 5, 2017

Sunday, February 12, 2017

Sunday, February 19, 2017

Sunday, February 26, 2017

Group 2 plays Bingo at Maple Lawn March 9, 2017.

As of October, I am serving as president of the Slayton Area CCW. I recently went to a diocesan meeting and received infor-mation on each commission. We have in CCW 5 commissions: Organization and Leadership, International Service, Church, Legislative, Respect Life, Anti-Pornography, and Family and Community commissions. I would like to share with you some from Legislative and International Service.

First from Legislative. This year, January 22, is the 44th anniversary of Roe vs Wade that made abortion legal in the US. The March for Life this year because of the Presidential Inauguration is January 27. The United States Council of Catholic Bish-ops have a novena from January 21 through January 29. I am sharing a couple of the reflections from that novena. If you would like the full novena, you may get it by going to www.usccb.org and clicking the sight for the novena. Reflection for Janu-ary 22, 2017. Today, on this 44th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we consider the past four decades in which our society has legally permitted abortion. Since that tragic decision, many children's lives have been lost, and many suffer that loss--often in silence. Yet God's greatest desire is to forgive. No matter how far we have each strayed form his side, he says to us, "Don't be afraid. Draw close to my heart."

Reflection for January 23. 2017. Our culture is obsessed with perfection--a superficial perfection. Photos are airbrushed, and social media sites depict seemingly perfect lives. God calls us to seek perfection, too. He does not call us, however, to perfec-tion of appearance or abilities, but to perfection in love.

The writing goes on to talk about a child with Down syndrome.

The second event I would like to make you aware of is Catholics at the Capitol. It is March 9, 2017, (am - 4 pm. Diocesan-sponsored transportation is available! The day will begin with presentations, prayer, and trainings at the River Centre. After lunch, we will head to the State Capitol to lobby lawmakers with our bishops, and will conclude with a powerful send-off in the Capitol Rotunda. Catholics at the Capitol will provide Minnesota Catholics with the opportunity to learn about the key chal-lenges facing our state, gain insight into effective advocacy, and have conversations with elected officials about issues that matter to you. More information is available at https://catholicsatthecapitol.org and I would think it would be in The Courier.

The International Service Commission always has item that you can sew to go to countries such as Haiti. A new item is fabric bags and some of the older items are diapers made from used cotton t-shirts, pillowcase dresses, cutting/tearing old sheets into bandages and making sleeping bags our of used plastic bags.

If you are interested in doing any of these projects, please call Renee at 605 695 7817.

I hope to soon have a few samples of coffee mugs and estimates and information on a reverse osmosis and water softener for our St. Gabriel kitchen. A reverse osmosis and water softener would give us water for our coffee pot and drinking water. We have experienced so much trouble with coffee and a reverse osmosis would be a big help!

The proposed reverse osmosis would give us 20 gallons of water, enough for the Harvest Festival. The cost to rent both the water softener and reverse osmosis is $70 per month and we would have no upkeep with that rent.

QUILTING

Hopefully by the time you get The Trumpet, Msgr. Heiting's quilt will be completed. The weather got in our way to finish it earlier and hope it cooperates now.

I do not plan any Monday quilting in January. I have lots of family projects I would like to work on. If you would like some blocks to sew, I will be cutting some quilt kits or you may cut and sew some from our "stash." There are some blocks in the cupboard in the quilting room and lots of fabric in the closet. Thanks for all you do. We had 17 or 18 quilts for the Murray County Christmas Baskets and have a few quilts left in our closet for those who might be in need. I also have some thank you's to share with you from the quilts Donna Lenards gave to people at Joseph's Coat and in the Rochester area.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 23rd, - 2-3 p.m.—Elementary Re-lease time classes.

Wednesday, January 25th—Faith Formation Board meeting—6:00 p.m.

Thursday, Jan, 26th—12:30—1:20 p.m.—High School Release time classes.

Monday, Jan. 30th—2-3 p.m.—Elementary Re-lease time classes.

Thursday, Feb. 2nd—1:25—3 p.m.—High School release-time classes.

Feb. 8th—7:00 p.m. Confirmation session at IHM in Currie.

Pathways TEC—Feb. 18-20 in Mankato

InterMISSION—Youth event for grades 8-12 in Adrian, Feb. 26th, 2017.

PATHWAYS TEC—Now is the time to

register! The retreat will be over President

Day weekend, Feb. 18th –20th in Mankato.

More information and a brochure can be

found at: http://www.dow.org/img/offices/

youth-and-young-adults/TEC-brochure-

February-2017.pdf Don’t miss the opportuni-

ty for this very special personal encounter

with Jesus! All those ages 16 and older are

welcome to make a TEC retreat.

Thank you to all who helped to make possible our wonderful Epiphany children/youth cele-bration on January 8th!

We had wonderful participation from many families to make for a very special youth/children’s liturgy and

program. Thank you to Holly Zins for directing, and to all the families who took part, especially the parents

who aided behind the scenes. Also thanks to Dana Ho-

gan for the music, and to Logan Clarke for his beautiful solo. The Mass was followed

by an incredible pancake and sausage breakfast, complete with fresh fruit and

lots of pancake toppings. All those special extras were thanks to a donation that

came from David and Ilene Stumm through Thrivent Financial. There was a huge crew on hand to prepare this break-fast for us. Thank you to Edie and Jim Tro-je for supervising the kitchen crew and to

the following people for helping serve breakfast, Ken & Kathy Salentiny, Suzi & Mike Zins, Mark Voss, Rosanne & Paul

Kenney, Elaine Kirsch, Bill & Sharon Fuer-stenberg, and Midge Johlfs. We raised over $337 for our Faith Formation pro-

ATTENTION CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES Our next Con-firmation session is Wednesday, February 8th at IHM in Currie. You are asked to come prepared to give a brief report on your Saint and bring your Confirmation sponsor with you.

mation at St. Gabriel. I have been blessed to have worked with some of the most wonderful volunteers and supportive parishioners, and I am grateful for the experience. My faith has grown in so many ways, as I’ve had the opportunity to watch our children and youth grow in faith, and go out into the world to live their faith. And now to see some of their kids coming to our program for reli-gious education, as the cycle of faith and life is passed on.

I am grateful to be leaving simply because life has afforded me the chance to retire early. There are projects and a few plans on the horizon—most have to do with family and dreams and passions that I’ve just not had the time to pursue. This is an incredible gift for me. So we will see what God has in store, fully aware that those plans and dreams can change in an instant, and that ultimately, God is in control. More than anything, I believe that is not just true for me, but also for the parish. God knows the next step, even when we do not (or we think we do, but really don’t!). So as I am stepping out in faith and prayer, I challenge the parish to do the same. Pray for guidance as a new director is sought, and support that person as you have always supported me. I trust that whoever that person might be, they bring new vitality to our Faith Formation programs here. But always remember that a “director” is only a successful as his/her community. Support and involvement of the whole parish in Faith Formation is vital for any ‘program” to be of benefit to the parish.

One of the things that parishioners can do now to help is to recruit people to apply for this position. I would like to share a couple personal reflections on the “qualifications” for this job—which is really not just a job but a ministry. The most important thing is not having a great knowledge of the Catholic faith—yes, that is helpful - but some of the best Faith Formation Directors I’ve known haven’t had a big theological background. What they do have in common is a personal lived faith, a background of participation in the Catholic faith, and perhaps most important, a deep desire to serve God and their church community, especially the children, youth and their families. If you know of someone you believe would do well with this position, please encourage them to apply. The rewards and fruits that come from serving in this capacity are incredible.

I will continue to participate in the life of this community—and I look forward to that. Again, my deepest thanks to all of you…

In the Joy of Christ,

Lisa Kremer OFS

And a few more photos from the Epiphany Mass!

Weddings and Baptisms in 2016

Weddings Baptisms

Joel Olson to Tara Salentiny; Feb 6; Msgr Heiting @ St. Gabriel

Landyn Zins 2-14-2016, Son to Levi & Torri Zins

Dyllon Owen to Emily Bakke; June 25; Msgr Heiting @ St. Gabriel

Christina Pick 3-14-2016, daughter to Andrew & Katie Pick

Cory Reith to Jennifer Olsem; July 16; Msgr Heiting @ St. Gabriel

Ethan Joe-Cyril Henson 6-12-2016, Son to Gary & Amy Henson

Thomas Ackerman to Kristi Gass; Sept 17; Deac John Rudd @ St. Gabri-el

Hudson Baumgartner 8-21-2016, Son

of Ryan & Tori Baumgartner

Benjamin Clarke to Kassandra Schreiber; Sept 24; Fr. James Seitz @ St. Gabriel

Communions & Confirmations

Bishop Quinn

Sunday October 2, 2016 @ IHM

Communion Confirmation

Nevaeh Echternach Noah Salentiny

Brenton Erdmann Nathan Bakke

Elizabeth Haper Emma Chepa

Kellen Hollahan Amber Bruecker

Tyler Kirchner Allison Kenny

Owen Olsem Mathias Kunnerth

PERSON MONTH

Kathy Marie Dardis May 17, 2016

Geraldine Appel June 19, 2016

Mildred Schwab July 7, 2016

Rev. Douglas John Gits March 23, 2016

Eunice Mathison August 18, 2016

Irvin Larson August 20, 2016

Eugene Winter August 21, 2016

Ryan Shea August 17, 2016

Frances Lucille Meyers September 23, 2016

We celebrated the wonder and newness of Baptisms

and Weddings. Their Joyous happenings listed below. We mourn the loss of our faithful departed who

passed on this year. Those celebrated here are

listed below. Our deepest condolences to all

whom mourn a lost loved one.

Rites of Passage and Joyous Celebrations are 1st Com-

munions and Confirmations

We took part in retreats and Totus

Tuus. We had fun at the Harvest Fes-

tival. We cheered on our loved ones

at every wonderful opportunity. On

page Ten is look back at our busy

year here.

St. Gabriel’s Classifieds

MARRIAGE IS A JOURNEY!!~ "Our lives are full of hectic schedules, kids, work, kids! It seems we never

have a chance to really talk let alone romance each other." Sound familiar? Get away for a Worldwide Marriage

Encounter. The next Weekends are Feb 17-19, 2017 in Windom, MN and Apr 21-23, 2017 in Hutchinson, MN.

Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: southmnwwme.org or con-

tact Miki at applications@southmnwwme.org or 507-227-8229

Communion for the Homebound~ Are you unable to get to Sunday Mass due to health-related con-

cerns? If so, please contact Nico at the parish office. We will arrange for you to receive communion in your home at a time that is convenient for you.

UPDATING YOUR PHONE NUMBER: If you have decided to eliminate your ‘land line’ and rely

on your cell phone, please don’t forget St. Gabriel's with your new numbers (if you don’t mind). St. Gabriel’s

church needs to keep up-to-date!! Texting is very popular this day and age and email is another method of

communicating to each other. You can call, text, or email our office.

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION SAINT GABRIEL PARISH – FULDA ~ Appli-

cations are now being accepted for the position of Faith Formation Director at Saint Gabriel Parish in Fulda. This is a 20-

25 hour per week position. The primary responsibility of the position involves directing and coordinating the Faith For-

mation program for grades K-12 in the parish. Other responsibilities include coordinating the Virtus Safe-Environment

training, and coordinating the Saint Gabriel Education Committee. A job description of this position may be picked up in

the parish office or by contacting Msgr. Heiting at msgrheiting@gmail.com Interested applicants are asked to submit a

cover letter and resume as soon as possible to: Msgr. R. Paul Heiting; Saint Gabriel Catholic Church; 309 West Lake Ave-

nue; Fulda, MN 56131. Cover letters and resumes may also be sent to Msgr. Heiting at the E Mail address indicated

above

St. Leo Catholic Church in Pipestone is seeking a full time accountant to begin in June

2017. The ideal candidate is a practicing Catholic, experienced in accounting, has computer knowledge and

willing to work in an office setting. Send your application, resume and references to St. Leo Catholic Church,

ATTN: Msgr. Gerald Kosse, PO Box 36, Pipestone, MN 56164 by March 1, 2017. Applications may be picked

up at the St. Leo Office.

2017 CONTRIBUTION ENVELOPES ARE LOCATED IN THE BACK

OF CHURCH. PLEASE PICK YOURS UP. THANK YOU

Respect Life: Today, January 22 marks the 44th anniversary of the tragic Roe v Wade decision which has led to the

deaths of over 58 million pre-born babies. For those who have had abortion, God’s mercy and healing is an amazing gift for you and for your loved ones affected by abortion. See Rachel’s Vineyard at www.rachelsvineyard.org, Catholic Charities at www.ccwinona.org, or Silent No More at www.silentnomoreawareness.org. You can also visit the USCCB Project Rachel website at www.hopeafterabortion.org. The U.S. bishops invite the faithful to participate in 9 Days for Life, January 21 -29, an annual period of prayer and action cherishing the gift of life. We are encouraged to "pray, gather, and share" during this novena. See www.usccb.org for more information.

Don’t forget to check out the GREAT Lighthouse CD’s in the south en-

trance of Church. There are a variety of topics; all guaranteed to deep-

en your Catholic Faith!

Catholic Charities~ “Rachael mourns her children; she refuses to be consoled be-

cause her children are no more…” (Jeremiah 31:15). If you or a loved one has had

an abortion, you may be feeling overwhelmed and burdened. Whatever the pain,

you are not alone and there is hope. PROJECT RACHAEL can help. You will be pro-

vided with sensitive, confidential counseling to share your grief and receive sup-

port and healing. Visit us at www.ccwinona.org, call our hotline at 1-800-222-5859

or our local Catholic Charities office at 507-376-9757.

VALENTINE’S DAY SWEET-

HEART DINNER

Making Valentine’s Day plans? How

does a romantic candlelight dinner fea-

turing a sit-down Italian meal of salad,

homemade lasagna, and wine or spar-

kling grape juice sound? Add to that a cheesecake dessert and you have a perfect meal! The

Tri-Parish youth will host this supper on Sunday, February 12th at St. Leo Parish Hall beginning

at 6:30 PM, all for only $15 per person. (Snow Make-Up Date is Sunday, February 19, 2017.)

Tickets are available by calling the Tri-Parish Office (825-3152). Catholic United Financial is

sponsoring this event and will provide a matching grant of up to $1,000 for the youth.

Lisa’s retiring and to celebrate we are

having coffee and rolls (featuring Egg

Bake) on January 29th, 2017 after the

8:30 a.m. Mass. Come join us in cele-

brating her time with us and give her

a happy send off!

Marriage Encounter Weekend For Val-

entines’ Day~ Give each other and your

family a Valentine gift that will keep giving

for generations to come! Sign up for the

February 18-19 Marriage Encounter. Regis-

ter at www.marriages.org. Weekends are

held at Mt Olivet Conference and Retreat

Center in Farmington. Visit

www.marriages.org for additional dates and

information or call 651.454.3238.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

St. A 8:30A

Adoration

2 Ground Hog Day

I.H.M 8:30A

Adoration

H.S. Release

1:24-3:03P

3

ST. G 8:30A

Adoration

4

I.H.M 5:30P

5

St. G 8:30A

St. A 10:30A

6

Elem Release

2-2:55P

7

Mpln 10:00A

8

St. A 8:30A

Confirmation

session #4

9

I.H.M 8:30A

H.S. Release

8:05-9:44A

10 Full Moon

ST. G 8:30A

St. Scholastica

11

I.H.M 5:30P

12 World Marriage &

Lincoln’s B-Day

St. G 8:30A

St. A 10:30A

13

Elem Release

2-2:55P

14 Valentines Day

Mpln 10:00A

Ss. Cyril &

Methodius

15

St. A 8:30A

16

I.H.M 8:30A

H.S. Release

9:47-11:26A

17

ST. G 8:30A

Trumpet

18

I.H.M 5:30P

19

St. G 8:30A

St. A 10:30A

20 President Day

Elem Release

2-2:55P

21

Mpln 10:00A

22

Washington B-Day!

St. A 8:30A

The Chair of St. Peter

the Apostle

23

I.H.M 8:30A

H.S. Release

12:30-1:21P

Finance

Council mtg

6:30P

24

ST. G 8:30A

25

I.H.M 5:30P

26

St. G 8:30A

St. A 10:30A

27

Elem Release

2-2:55P

28

Mpln 10:00A

Pastoral

Council mtg

6:30P

February 2017

Fulda, Minnesota 56131

Office : 507-425-2369

Email: stgab2369@gmail.com

FULDA, MN 56131

PERMIT NO. 10

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Return Service Requested

SAINT GABRIEL TRUMPET

February 2017