Welcome to our Catholic Community • May 17, 2020

New Parishioners: Please contact the parish office to register.

Sacrament of Marriage: Please contact Father Mike Tix 651-291-4449 to schedule the date. Arrangements should be made at least one year in advance.

Infant Baptism: Please contact the parish office near the time of birth or adoption to arrange for this special event and for pre-baptismal parental instruction.

Hospital Patients/Home Visits: Please contact Sister Tresa or the parish office when you are admitted to a hospital or would like a home visit.

The Historic Parishes of St. John the Baptist, St. Mathias and St. Mary

Church of St. John the Baptist and School 106 Main St W. • Vermillion, MN 55085

Mass Schedule: Sunday: 10:00 am Drive through Blessing Wednesday : No weekday Mass at this time

Reconciliation: None at this time

Adoration: None at this time

New Website: https://stjohns-vermillion.com

Church of St. Mathias 23315 Northfield Blvd • Hampton, MN 55031

Mass Schedule: Saturday 5:00 pm Drive through Blessing Monday: No weekday Mass as this time

Reconciliation: Drive through 9:00—9:30 am

Adoration: None at this time

New Website: https://stmathias-hampton.com

Church of St. Mary (New Trier) 8433 239th St E. • Hampton, MN 55031

Mass Schedule: Sunday 8:00 am Drive through Blessing Friday No weekday Mass at this time First Saturday No Mass at this time

Reconciliation: None at this time

Adoration: None at this time

New Website: https://stmarys-newtrier.com

From Father Mike Tix . . . .

During the month of May, Pope Francis is encouraging people to pray the rosary for an end of the coronavirus pandemic. In making this announcement, he wrote: “I am also providing two prayers to Our Lady that you can recite at the end of the rosary and that I myself will pray in the month of May in spiritual union with all of you.” What follows is one of the two prayers.

We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of god. In the present tragic situation, when the whole world is prey to suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our Mother, and seek refuge under your protection.

Virgin Mary, turn your merciful eyes toward us amid this coronavirus pandemic. Comfort those who are distraught and mourn their loved ones who have died and at time are buried in a way that grieves them deeply. Be close to those who are concerned for their loved ones who are sick and who, in order to prevent the spread of the disease, cannot be close to them. Fill with hope those who are troubled by the uncertainty of the future and consequences for the economy and employment.

Mother of God and our mother, pray for us to God, the Father of mercies, that this great suffering may end and that hope and peace may dawn anew. Plead with your divine Son, as you did at Cana, so that the families of the sick and the victims be comforted and their hearts be opened to confidence and trust.

Protect those doctors, nurses, health workers and volunteers who are on the front line of this emergency and are risking their lives to save others. Support their heroic effort and grant them strength, generosity and continued health.

Be close to those who assist the sick night and day, and to priests who, in their pastoral concern and fidelity to the Gospel, are trying to help and support everyone.

Blessed Virgin, illumine the minds of men and women engaged in scientific research, that they may find effective solutions to overcome this virus.

Support national leaders, that with wisdom, solicitude and generosity they may come to the aid of those lacking the basic necessities of life and may devise social and economic solutions inspired by farsightedness and solidarity.

Mary most holy, stir our consciences so that the enormous funds invested in developing and stockpiling arms will instead be spent on promoting effective research on how to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.

Beloved Mother, help us realize that we are all members of one great family and to recognize the bonds that unite us, so that in a spirit of fraternity and solidarity, we can help to alleviate countless situations of poverty and need. Make us strong in faith, preserving in service, constant in prayer.

Mary, consolation of the afflicted, embrace all your children in distress and pray that God will stretch out his all-powerful hand and free us from this terrible pandemic, so that life can serenely resume its normal course.

To you, who shine on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope, do we entrust ourselves. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Amen.

When Mass does resume? Phase two with limited public Masses will hopefully begin on May 18. Our tri-parish community will start back with weekend Masses at that point. Drive through confessions on Saturday 9:00-9:30 am at St. Mathias in Hampton will continue until they can return inside each individual church. Daily Mass will be added gradually once all the governor's restrictions can be met. Eucharistic adoration will return in the next phase.

We are currently looking for volunteers to form cleaning teams who are willing to assist maintenance in wiping down pews, door handles and plates, and other contact points after each Mass, and before the next. For more information contact the parish office. We would like to have two teams of four people for each parish. It will be crucial to form and train these teams before beginning daily Mass and later Eucharistic adoration.

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Community Schedule For this coming week -May 18-24

Mon Tue Intention Ray Kiminski Wed Intention St. John School Students Thu Fri Intention + Ralph & Katy Schweich Sat (H) Confessions 9:00—9:30AM Drive through Intention + Adolph & Lorraine Reinardy Sun Intention + Theresa King Intention + Jacob Bauer Family

Father Tix’s Mass Link: https://youtu.be/Q4hVS327WvA

Radio Mass – Listen to Sunday Mass each week through at least the May 4th shelter-in-place from our tri-parish community on KDWA Radio 1460 AM/97.7 FM. Mass will be aired on Saturday at 5:05 pm, and Sunday at 8:05 am and 12:05 pm.

Virtual Mass – Watch and listen to Mass each week from one of our three sites on Facebook or You Tube. Each of our three parishes and school has a Facebook site that will have Mass each week and other timely information. Please “Like” us and invite others to do the same.

When Mass does resume, Phase two will start back with weekend Masses only to begin with. Daily Mass will then be added gradually once all the restrictions can be met, confessions and adoration will be back in the final phase. Drive through confessions will continue until they can return in phase three.

Collection for Last Weekend

Parish (Families) Last Weeks Weekly Budget YTD Collected YTD Budget Overage/(Deficit)

St. John the Baptist (238) $2,187.00 $2,385.00 $152,789.49 $151,113.00 $1,676.49

St. Mathias (168) $1,590.00 $1,878.00 $105,973.51 $84,510.00 $21,463.51

St. Mary (147) $1,951.53 $2,212.00 $115,072.85 $99,540.00 $15,532.85

Bulletin Items Due at Tri Parish Office at St. Mathias by 10 am on

Tuesday, unless otherwise noted.

Vermillion and New Trier Campaign Update

At St. John’s there is an appeal underway for heating work and roof replacement needing to be done on the 2005 school addition. This work is planned to take place in June after the last day of school. Currently funding for the Vermillion project is at 80% of its $100,000 goal.

At St. Mary’s there is an appeal underway for the church interior Renovation that will begin in May, and be completed to coincide with Christmas, 2020. Currently funding for the New Trier project is at 89% of its $130,000 goal.

A special word of thanks to those who have participated in these extra appeals. If you haven’t participated, your help is needed. Please prayerfully consider how you can help achieve these goals that allow us to continue our mission of making Jesus Christ known and loved. If you have any questions, please know that you are welcome to contact Father Mike Tix at 651.291.4449.

Your weekly contribution envelope can be mailed to : St. Mathias Parish Office 23315 Northfield Blvd Hampton, MN 55031 Contact Parish office 651-437-9030 if interested in automatic deposit during this time. Thank you to the families who currently use this method or mail in their contributions on a weekly/monthly basis.

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Public Masses: Please watch the bulletin and social media for when we will start up again with the weekend Masses.

CCW / CHARITABLE WORKS NEWS JOSEPH’S COAT is closed due to the CONVID-19 virus until further notice.

St, Mathias Annual Blood Drive: The blood drive will be held on Wednesday, June 10th from 2-7 pm at the Hampton Fie Station #2. The Red Cross stresses that donating blood is a safe process. Extensive safety measures have been implemented for the donors and workers. Temperature will be taken before you enter. Donors have to wear masks. You are encouraged to bring your own, if you don’t, one will be provided for you. To manage donor flow and social distancing, appointments are highly encouraged. To schedule an appointment, call Diane at 651-592-0169 or Mary 507-263-2305 or online at RedCrossBlood.org.

FAITH FORMATION NEWS

Due to Corona Virus Pandemic No Dates have been set yet.

Confirmation to be rescheduled.

First Communion to be

Rescheduled. Thank You: We are so very thankful for all of our wonderful Faith Formation teachers and helpers and Sunday school teachers and helpers for their dedication and commitment. They have done an incredible job with our children and youth. Without our Catechists, we can't have a program. Thank you so much for all you do! May God bless you abundantly!

Monthly Prayer List (Names will be left on for one

month only.)

Please Pray For

Emily Braford, Diane Gehrke, Don Heiman, Clare Hilgardner, Mary Lou Holzmer, Bob Kimmes, Becky O’Donnell, Carrie Schaffer, Landon Stenberg, Donna Wagner, Larry Endres, Hugh McDonald

Tri Parish KC Council #5199

There are untold things in life that can cause anxiety. There are just some distressful things in life that are naturally going to create anxiety, like how to deal with the uncertainty the Covid-19 pandemic has brought. Things like awaiting test results from your doctor, losing your job and source of income, or your spouse filing for divorce (to name a few) are all legitimate reasons for feeling anxious. But there are also times anxiety originates with wrong thinking in our minds, not trusting fully in God and His Word, and not taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ (2 Cor. 10:5). Regardless of anxiety’s source, dealing with it head-on is of utmost importance. While the emotion of anxiety itself is not a sin, it shouldn’t last. It shouldn’t continue. It shouldn’t have a negative effect. We must be willing to face up to and deal with our anxious thoughts and feelings. Anxiety is simply a reaction to some circumstance in your life. And when God tries to reveal truth to you regarding that circumstance or situation, that’s your number one priority. When God sees something going on in your life that needs instruction or correction, you need to give Him your undivided attention. Otherwise, you’ll be assured to live a life filled with anxiety and doubt. You will never be able to create positive change in your life when it is filled with anxiety and doubt. There are countless sources for anxiety—anything can cause it. While the emotion in and of itself is not a sin, not dealing with it in a proper fashion is. You need to give God your undivided attention. Turn your worries and concerns over to Him, he can and will give you peace of mind! #createpositivechange

Please note ! Next meeting will be on June 2, 2020. 7 pm in St. John Church Basement in Vermillion.

Thomas Kurzawski, Grand Knight 612-865-4613

yellow427cobra@gmail.com

Readings for the Week of May 18-24

Monday: Acts 16:11-15/Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 15:26—16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8 [7c]/Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22—18:1/Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14/Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 18:1-8/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [cf. 2b]/Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 18:9-18/Ps 47:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [8a]/Jn 16:20-23 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28/Ps 47:2-3, 8-9, 10 [8a]/Jn 16:23b-28 Next Sunday: Ascension: Acts 1:1-11/Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 [6]/Eph 1:17-23/Mt 28:16-20

St. John’s catechists : Sister Noel, Cassie Bauer, Paul Yang, Sister Navya, Sandy Bauer, Kim Wald, Kyle Hanson, Jeremy and Molly Reuter, Susie Lau and Brandy Wentzler Sunday School: Sara Wagner, Maria Therres and helpers

St. Mathias Catechists: Jeanie Mooney, Laurie Otte, Morgyn Otte (Aide), Danielle Rother Renee Otte, Alec Otte (Aide), Heather Heidenreich, Shelly Pagel, Shannon Battles, Rodney and Raena Reinardy, Carrie Schaffer, Billy Beissel, Tim Kiminski, Teresa & Kate Kiminski, John Wiik, Lori Wiik Office Help: Connie Thurmes Substitute Teacher: Brenda Fitterer

Prayer During A Health Crisis

Compassionate and Loving Father, In the face of confusion and concern

impart to us the calm of your presence. In You allow us to find hope and healing. Be with those who serve the sick and give

them Your caring hands. Be with those who lead and give them

Your Spirit of wisdom. Be with those who have fallen ill and give

them Your comforting heart. Wrap your arms around our world

and hold us in your love. Allow us at this time of trial to then

serve as instruments of that love to all we meet.

We ask this in Your Name. Amen.

Congratulations and best wishes to Julie Frandrup and Riley Trom were joined in the Sacrament of Marriage on Saturday, May 9th.

Please remember Joseph Stein in your prayers. Joseph passed away on May 3, 2020 and was buried at St. Mathias Cemetery on May 7, 2020.

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St. John the Baptist Catholic School

111 Main St. W, PO Box 50 Vermillion, MN 55085

651-437-2644 Fax 651-437-9006

www.sjb-school.org

SCHOOL STAFF Mrs. Dawn Biren - Principal

dbiren@sjb-school.org Mr. Eric Nitti– Education Advisory Chair school.advisory.council@sjb-school.org Ms. Deb Sauer – School Secretary

office@sjb-school.org Mr. Tim Post – Home & School Assn. Pres. home.and.school@sjb-school.org Mrs. Shannon Allen – PreK Teacher

sallen@sjb-school.org Mrs. Brandy Wentzler—PreK Aide

bwentzler@sjb-school.org Mrs. Michelle Meyer—PreK Aide mmeyer@sjb-school.org Mrs. Teresa Huneke – Kindergarten Teacher

thuneke@sjb-school.org Ms. Taylor Anderson – Grade 1 Teacher tanderson@sjb-school.org Miss Maria Therres – Grade 2 Teacher

mtherres@sjb-school.org Sister Noel Aranjanyil – Grade 3 & 4 Team Teacher

sr.noel@sjb-school.org Sister Navya Memattathill – Grade 3 & 4 Teacher

sr.navya@sjb-school.org Mr. Bruce Aslesen – Technology bruce.aslesen@gmail.com Mrs. Eileen Perra – School Nurse healthoffice@seasparish.org Mrs. Patty Aslesen—Music Teacher

paslesen@sjb-school.org Mr. Tim Kiminiski—Phy Ed Teacher

tkiminski@sjb-school.org Mrs. Renee Kostner—Gr 3 &4 Reading Teacher

rkostner@sjb-school.org

Mass Reminders: The obligation to attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days of Obligation

continues to be suspended as long as the pandemic continues. Those over age 65 will be strongly encouraged not to attend, and

anyone showing any symptoms of sickness, or anyone who has a household member who is sick or showing signs of sickness should not come to church.

During this phase, the maximum number of persons admitted into a church building is limited to 30 % of the total seating capacity.

Each person must remain 6 feet apart in all directions from others not in the same household.

Face masks are strongly recommended for all assembly members (but not for those under age two).

Parishioners are encouraged to bring hand sanitizer for personal use.

PROMISE TO PROTECT Safe Environment Coordinators:

Tri Parish Coordinator: Rhonda Rother 651-437-9030 parishoffice@stmathias.com

School Coordinator: Deb Sauer 651-437-2644 office@sjb-school.org

The link to the Archdiocesan Safe Environment website is http://safe-environment.archspm.org/

Victim Hot Line: 1-800-422-4453

Victim Assistance Program: 651-291-4475