PRIESTS: 402-564-7151

Pastor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fr. Mike Swanton

In Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fr. Matt Capadano

Permanent Deacons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dan Keiter Larry Mielak, Jim Naughtin and Art Spenner

PARISH OFFICE TEAM: 402-564-7151

Parish Secretary/Liturgist. . . . . . . . . . . . .Dianne Keiter

Pastoral/Stewardship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belinda Keiter

Family Faith Formation Coordinator. .Cheryl Rambour

Business Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norma Krzycki

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler Roewert

Youth Ministry/Godparents . . . . . . . . . .Lynn Heinrich Sarah Doerneman Music Coordinator Jan Moser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402-564-6121

HISPANIC MINISTRY Fr. Gerry Gonderinger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .402-352-3540 Fr. Jairo Congote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402-352-3540

Rocio Adame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .402-564-7151

GRADE SCHOOL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402-564-7153 Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cheryl Zoucha

Secretary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barb Brockhaus

PRESCHOOL/CHILDCARE. . . . . . . .402-564-9338 Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kim Kluever

SCOTUS JR. & SR. HIGH SCHOOL 402-564-7165 President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeff Ohnoutka

St. Bonaventure The Nativity of St. John the Baptist June 24, 2018

Catholic Church 1565 18th Avenue

Columbus, Nebraska 68601

www.stboncc.com

Bulletin notices: Submit in writing to the rectory by 10:00 a.m. June 25 for July 1 and by 10:00 a.m. June 29 for July 8.

MASS SCHEDULE Weekend: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m.-Spanish Twenty-four hour Eucharistic Adoration. Rosary is prayed 30 minutes before Mass. We are looking for rosary leaders for 6:30 p.m. Call the rectory to volunteer. Daily: Tuesday through Friday: 6:30 a.m.

SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: Saturday: 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. and by appointment

Baptism: Pre-Baptism class is required. Classes are offered every month on the Monday before the second Sunday. To register call the rectory. Parents should be active in their faith and be registered in the parish.

Marriage: Contact the pastor at least six months prior to a wedding. Couples should either be registered in the parish or have some connection to the parish.

Hospital Visitation: Due to privacy laws, hospitals no longer notify the parish office if parishioners are admitted. Please contact the rectory if you or one of your family members are going to be hospitalized.

Sick Calls: Contact the rectory if you are not able to attend Mass and would like Holy Communion on Sunday or First Friday.

Vocations: Do you have questions about vocations, or would like to talk about your vocation? Call the pastor, visit archomaha.org/ministries/vocations/, contact Fr. Roza at 402-558-3100 or ajroza@archomaha.org or our Vocation Commitee: Leonard & Theresa Gabriel 402-564-2593-L or 402-910-4563-T or tree.gabriel@gmail.com. We're here to help.

office@stboncc.com

RECTORY OFFICE . . . . . . . .402-564-7151

FAX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .402-562-6025

Office Hours: 8:30 a.m.–12:00 noon; 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

New Parishioners: If you would like to join our parish, pick up a registration form in the back of church or stop by the rectory.

ST. BONAVENTURE COLUMBUS, NE

CHURCH CLEANING

Thank you to the following people who cleaned church on June 15:

Mike Tworek and Mike & Diane Schneider.

Crew #4 will clean church on June 29 at 5:30 p.m.

From our Pastor…

Today, we celebrate the Nativity of John the Baptist. This feast occurs six months before the birth of Jesus and is celebrated near the time of the summer solstice (June 21) because after the birth of John, daylight grows shorter, whereas after Jesus’ birth, daylight increases. As Christians, it is our duty (and should be our joy) to prepare the way for others to experience Jesus. We certainly can do this by practicing the Corporal and Spiritual works of mercy.

The Corporal Works: 1. To feed the hungry

2. To give water to the thirsty

3. To clothe the naked

4. To shelter the homeless

5. To visit the sick

6. To visit the imprisoned, or ransom the captive

7. To bury the dead

8. To care for creation

The Spiritual Works: 1. To instruct the ignorant 2. To counsel the doubtful 3. To admonish the sinners

4. To bear patiently those who wrong us

5. To forgive offenses

6. To comfort the afflicted

7. To pray for the living and the dead

8. To contemplate God's creation

The name “John” is derived from the Hebrew name which means “God is gracious.” This week, be gracious by practicing a few of the Corporal and Spiritual works of mercy. God’s Blessings,

PARISH NEWS

LADIES OF THE LORD NEWS!

LOL Circle Rotation as follows:

June - Circles 1 & 2 Funeral Dinners

MY WEEKLY OFFERING TO JESUS Helping Mom

Softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball

Gave sister piggy-back ride

Helped Dad

Prayer

Baseball

Let someone go first

Followed the rules and told another person the rules at home

Walking dog

Washing dishes

Simon House balers for Jun 29: Paul Dohmen & Carroll VanDyke

PROJECT 2020 UPDATES The Project 2020 Building Committee met with BCDM architects last week to discuss the next steps. Learn more about Project 2020’s progress online at www.stboncc.com!

SAVE THE DATE St. Bonaventure Parish Festival will be held Sunday, August 26, 2018! Food ! Fun! Games! Everyone Welcome! Mark your calendars now! More details to come…

VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED Mory’s Haven is looking for a volunteer to host game nights for their residents in the evenings during the week. All games are provided. If you are interested, call Sue at 402-564-3197.

STEWARDSHIP SPANISH

LOTTERY CALENDAR WINNERS June 18 – June 24, 2018

$55-(626) David Wemhoff 06-18-18 $55-(1120) Project 2020 06-19-18

$55-(343) Kate Vossen 06-20-18

$55-(489) Project 2020 06-21-18

$55-(302) Henry Ramaekers 06-22-18

$55-(802) Bill & Donna Kubas 06-23-18

$75-(823) Lela Schaecher 06-24-18

SCRIP SALES Buy Scrip: 1) in church from 9:30-noon on Sundays, 2) during office hours in the parish

office or 3) with Presto Pay. Weekly Sales ...……………....…..……………………$17,970.00 Profit………………………………..……..…….………. $619.93 Year-To-Date.……………..………………………… . .$6,667.29 March 31, 2019 Goal…………………..…………….. $35,000.00

WEEKEND COLLECTIONS June 17, 2018

Contributions Received.…………………………………..$14,881 Monthly Bank Withdrawals………………………………$ - Year-To-Date Actual Received……………..…….. ……$971,892 Year-To-Date Actual Budget .…………………… ….$1,009,698 Net Excess (deficit)..…………………………................($37,806)

ANUNCIOS en ESPAÑOL

Memorial Gifts Have Been Given In Memory of:

Project 2020 Joan Sokol: Brenda & Paul Greenlee, Don & Bernice Greiner, John & Fawn Hamling, Ralph & Mary Hefti, Richard Hegi, Karla & Willie Henggeler, Gary & Bonnie Hines, Larry Hoadley, Tami & Rick Hoegrel, Rose Marie Hoffman, Deanna Hoffman, Lynette Hogelin, Chris & Nicki Houfek, Tony & Charmaine Hrbek, Tom & Barb Hunter, Rick & Kathy Hurner, W. Insinger, Rod & Lori Jarecki, Dale & Linda Jones, Raynelda Karlin, Mike & LaVonne Kaup, Kelly & Regina Keegan, Karen Klink, Marti & Rory Koch, Claire Korgie, Kathy & Kevin Korte, Delmar Kosch, Rich & Tammy Kosch, Paul & JoAnn Kozak, Jim Krumland & Family, Jeff & Julie Kuhnel, Bud & Rose Kuta, Jeff & Kerry Lassek, Sheryl Latenser, Harry & Sharon Laudenklos, David Leimser, Garry & Rose Lippstreau, Judy Loseke, Jeff & Heidi Luebbe, Martin & Denis Matejka, Menkes Family, Larry Micek, Varla Micek, Rita Micek, Chuck & Joyce Micek, Jim & Fran Mick, Mike & Ruth Preister, Mel & Karen Miksch, Bernard & Bernice Nitsch, Susan & John O’Connor, Corey & Angie Ol-son, Andy & Lois Paprocki, Tim & LeAnn Parker, John & Ken-dra Pavlik, Mike & Danette Peck, Jack & Jane Pekny & Family, Dan & Bev Pensick, Barb, Dan & Cheri Pensick, Kathy Pfeifer, Bernie Podraza, Greg Pogel, Pat & Mary Preister, Cory & Keri Reeder, Ron Riley, Gary & Ann Robertson, Chuck & Linda Sahs, Christine Salerno, Gary & Marilyn Schaefer, Jim & Stacey Sche-fus, Schlesinger Family, Barb Schmidt, Bonnie Schumacher, Kurt & Kim Shevlin, Jean & Paul Shonka, Mr. & Mrs. Fred Shotkoski, Troy & Wendy Shotkoski, Chuck & Betty Siegel, Clem & Janie Sliva, Mr. & Mrs. Francis Slusarski, Ed Slusarski, Jim & Diane Slusarski, Jo, Jerry and Jim Sokol and Family, Steve & Kathy Sokol, Dan & Jane Soukup, Kathy Soulliere, Steve & Juli Spen-cer, Betty Sprunk, Kim Stachura, Staff at Bob’s U-Save, Chris & Bob Steinke, Ron & Connie Stempek, Dan & Janice Strong, Deb Svehla, Kim Svehla & Family, Carol Swantek, Rita & Bill Swantek, Bud & Pat Ternus, Duane, Linda and Elaine Tonniges, Jane & Joe Tooley, Tom Tremel, Ron & Rita Tuma, Mary Jane Van Berg, Ken Vetick, Carol & Janet Vetick, Friends & Family

LOS PROYECTOS DIVINOS Por: Padre Jairo Congote

Nuestro Padre Dios nos enseña a vivir varias situaciones con el fin de que afirmemos nuestra fe y nuestra paciencia. Se habla de Cristo quien aparentemente dormido vendría a remediar la situación de la Iglesia con su siega. Ahora nosotros nos sentimos a veces llamados por Dios para un trabajo y luego parece que Dios se ha ido también a dormir y nos sentimos solos de tal mane-ra que pensamos que Dios no se preocupa por ayudarnos. Enton-ces necesitamos nuevamente afirmar nuestra fe y nuestra paciencia. Los evangelios hablan de la semilla y la describen con una vitalidad grande, y que automáticamente pasa por las etapas de desarrollo que le corresponde; nadie ni nada podrá retardarla o pararla. La semilla puede parecer débil, pequeña e inerte, pero sabemos y creemos que tiene un poder y una vitalidad interior: los pobres, los débiles, los pequeños, son la semilla del reino de Dios y a ellos se les confía; tienen un poder y una vitalidad que nace de su fe. Otras parábolas parecen subrayar el contraste entre la semilla y la planta ya nacida de ella. No hay que hacer juicios acelerados e inmediatos sobre la potencialidad de una institución o idea, espe-cialmente si tenemos en cuenta que Dios puede hacer milagros. Todos los proyectos humanos y divinos suelen tener comienzos humildes, pero los que provienen de Dios, con el tiempo y con su gracia florecerán y prosperaran; todo será cuestión de fe y de pa-ciencia; los que no son de Dios se desvanecen por sí solos. La buena nueva del evangelio nos ha llamado siempre a creer en el poder de los pobres y humildes, mientras que el mundo cree en el poder de los ricos y de los poderosos. Ya las narraciones del libro del Éxodo nos relatan cómo Dios está de parte de los pobres y de los perseguidos. Todos los esfuerzos del faraón egipcio fue-ron inútiles contra los planes de Dios para salvar a su pueblo. Los humildes están llamados a poner toda su esperanza en el Señor. El emperador Nerón tenía oprimidos a los cristianos de Roma pero ellos siguieron fieles al Señor porque sabían que Dios no abando-na a los pobres ni a los humildes. Todo el libro del Apocalipsis es una invitación a confiar en el Señor cuando nos encontremos en medio de persecuciones y obstáculos ya que Dios siempre cuida de los suyos y sale en su defensa, en las vidas de los santos pode-mos ver cómo muchos comenzaron su misión en medio de la po-breza y de los malentendidos; su fidelidad al Señor fue premiada con frutos abundantes. Podemos recordar el ejemplo de San Fran-cisco de Asís y los comienzos humildes de la Madre Teresa de Calcuta. En todo tiempo Dios nos sigue recordando que los que ponen su confianza en Dios experimentarán su poder salvador.

RETIRO “DIOS: EQUILIBRIO Y VIDA” 7 de Julio del 2018 ● 10:00am-4:00pm

Centro de Benedictino en Schuyler Presentador: Padre Andrés Syring

Costo: $30.00

Para inscribirse llame a Patricia al 402-352-3540. Agradecemos reserve su lugar con tiempo.

PROGRAMA DE DOCTRINA INSCRIPCIONES ABIERTAS JUNIO & JULIO

Formación Familiar en la Fe: Grados K-6 Chosen: Grados 7 y 8

Older Sacramental: Grados 9 –12 (Necesiten Sacramentos) Para mayor información llame a Rocío/Cheryl al 402-564-7151

Liturgical Roles Weekend of June 30/July 1

SATURDAY-5:00 PM Presider: Fr. Swanton

EMHC: B. Weidner, T. Korth, J. Heimann, Please volunteer x 5 Lector: Tim Cumberland Sacristan: Deacon Mielak Servers: A. & A. Kiuntke, T. Ehlers Ushers: A. Bernt, G. Engel, B. Fleischer, M. Leif, A. Podraza, P. Siemek Gifts: Please volunteer Music: Dolores Bristol & Jan Moser

SUNDAY-7:00 AM Presider: Fr. Capadano

EMHC: P. Bogus, R. Van Dyke, B. & H. Heimann, Please volunteer x 5 Lector: Terri Hotovy Sacristan: Henry Heimann Servers: L. & E. Thomazin, Please volunteer Ushers: K. Bernt, P. Rupprecht, D. Vavra Gifts: John Thomazin Family

SUNDAY-9:00 AM Presider: Fr. Swanton

EMHC: C. Sackett, D. Schnieders, M. Hall, R. & J. Jones, V. Martin, J. Wieser, H. Janicek Lector: Jeff Hall Sacristan: Tami Williams Servers: J. & J. Rusher, K. Torres Ushers: M. Massman, J. Albracht, J. Davis, D. Korger, B. Rusher Gifts: Kyle Ainsworth Family Music: Men’s Choir

SUNDAY-11:00 AM Presider: Fr. Swanton

EMHC: D. & M. Schneider, D. Svehla, M. Ruskamp, J. Bator, L. Humlicek, A. Babel, K. Thiem Lector: Michelle Sell Sacristan: Bill Ruskamp Servers: M. Puntney, M. Gonka, W. Wickham Ushers: M. Landkamer, D. Curtis, M. Lenihan, D. Nicolas, B. Ruskamp Gifts: Family of Ronald Zywiec Music: Adult Choir

SUNDAY-6:30 PM Presider: Fr. Swanton

EMHC: D. Stone, K. Dreesen, Please volunteer x 7 Lector: Ashley Karges Sacristan: Servers: I . & S. Karges, M. Dreesen Ushers: J. Dubas, D. Eisenmenger, B. Motley, D. Stone, R. Wolpert Gifts: Please volunteer Music: Jasmin Davis & Dianne Keiter

The Nativity of St. John the Baptist June 24, 2018

Readings for the Week of June 24, 2018 Sunday: Vigil: Jer 1:4-10/Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17 [6b]/1 Pt 1:8-12/Lk 1:5-17 Day: Is 49:1-6/Ps 139:1-3, 13-14, 14-15 [14a]/Acts 13:22-26/Lk 1:57-66, 80 Monday: 2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18/Ps 60:3, 4-5, 12-13 [7b]/Mt 7:1-5 Tuesday: 2 Kgs 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36/Ps 48:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 10-11 [cf. 9d]/Mt 7:6, 12-14 Wednesday: 2 Kgs 22:8-13; 23:1-3/Ps 119:33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40 [33a]/Mt 7:15-20 Thursday: 2 Kgs 24:8-17/Ps 79:1b-2, 3-5, 8, 9 [9]/Mt 7:21-29 Friday: Vigil: Acts 3:1-10/Ps 19:2-3, 4-5 [5a]/Gal 1:11-20/Jn 21:15-19 Day: Acts 12:1-11/Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [5b]/2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18/Mt 16:13-19 Saturday: Lam 2:2, 10-14, 18-19/Ps 74:1b-2, 3-5, 6-7, 20-21 [19b]/Mt 8:5-17 Next Sunday: Wis 1:13-15; 2:23-24/Ps 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11, 12, 13 [2a]/2 Cor 8:7, 9, 13-15/Mk 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35b-43

SPIRITUAL/LITURGY

Today we include the following parishioners and friends who are sick and are in need of your care and love. Please pray for those who need the hope and strength of the Lord:

Sam Nahorny, Janie Schmeits

Monday, 6/25 No Mass

Tuesday, 6/26

6:30 AM Geraldine Higgins

Wednesday, 6/27

6:30 AM Theonilla Jareske

Thursday, 6/28

6:30 AM Bernice Laska

10:30 AM David Gaspers @ Prairive Village

Friday, 6/29

6:30 AM Erma Boro

Saturday, 6/30

5:00 PM Bill & Urs Kresha

Sunday, 7/01

7:00 AM Francis & Mary Lee Shanlee

9:00 AM Greg Voboril

11:00 AM Ronald Zywiec

1:30 PM Roberth Ramirez Family

6:30 PM St. Bonaventure Parishioners

PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Adorers needed: Sunday: Morning 3-4 am (only 1 time a month) Monday: Morning 2-3am Saturday: Afternoon 2-3 pm Saturday: Night 8-9 pm Co-Captains needed: Sunday 6am-6pm & Wednesday 6am-6pm Call Joan – 402-910-0958 (please leave a message).

June 30/July 1 we have Communion under both species. We need 8 EMHC’s at each Mass if a Deacon is present, or 9 EMHC’s if there is no Deacon.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The Knights of Columbus will meet at Frankfort Square on Saturday June 23 at noon to pray the rosary for the special intention to protect and pre-serve traditional marriage in American. This is a

statewide challenge issued by the Grand Knight of the Hebron, NE council. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

June 29, 2018

GIFT BEARERS You will notice on the Liturgical Ministry Roles that we have included Gift Bearers in our schedule. “Bringing up the gifts” is a very important ministry; we are all called to bring the gifts that we have - the gifts that God has given us - and we give them back to God through good stewardship. When we bring up the gifts at Mass, it symbolizes our “yes” to His call in our lives. It is a great witness of faith! If your family would like to be on this schedule in the future, please call Belinda in the parish office and volunteer - 402-564-7151.

YOUTH & SCHOOL

AROUND THE AREA

Retrouvaille The Marr ied Singles Lifestyle descr ibes couples that may have lost a sense of closeness they once had as marriage partners and are living more like roommates. Retrouvaille teaches couples how to survive times like these in their marriages. For confidential information about, or to register for the program be-ginning with a weekend on Aug 24-26, 2018 call 1-888-317-5654 or www.retrouvaille.org on the web.

Bible Exploration Trip—September 17-20, 2018. Visit the Cre-ation Museum in Petersburg, KY and Ark Encounter theme park in Williamstown, KY. $650 per person for double occupancy. Call Sharon Evans at 402-564-8668 for more information.

ST. BONS PRESCHOOL & PLAY GROUP St. Bon's Preschool has openings in Preschool and Play Group classes for next fall. Call with questions or to set up a tour. 402-564-9338. You can also visit us out online at school.stboncc.com and click on Preschool!

Holy Land Pilgrimage—November 5th thru the 15th of this year. Nazareth, Bethlehem and Jerusalem; see the Site of the Baptism of Jesus, His 1st Miracle, the feeding of the 5,000, the Mount of Olives, the site of our Lord’s Crucifixion and Resurrec-tion… just to name a few. A priest will accompany us and daily Mass will be said at these Holy places. If this sounds like what you have been praying for, please contact Deacon Jack (402-568-6071) or Marlene Konsel (402-910-6002) for more details.

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Are you still dealing with the shame of an abortion? Attend a confidential healing Rachel’s Vineyard retreat on September 28-30. Email helpingrachel@yahoo.com or call 402-253-9936 for more information. Scholarships available.

HELP WANTED St. Bonaventure Elementary is in need of a part-time evening custodian (approx. 14 hours/week). This job can be done by an individual or as a team. Work involves duties such as cleaning restrooms, sweeping and scrubbing the hallways, vacuuming classrooms, etc. If you are interested or know someone that might be interested, call Mrs. Zoucha at 402-564-7153.

CASTING CROWNS CONCERT Saturday, August 4 on Divots Conference Center Grounds, West of Norfolk, NE on Hwy 275. Tickets $30 general admission, $35 day of show. Package discount if you buy 8 tickets, get 2 free—only available from Shawn Severson, General Manager at 402-379-3833 or 888-355-0553 or Sseverson1361@gmail.com Gates open 6 p.m. Show starts 7 p.m.

QUEST RETREAT There will be a Quest retreat July 7-8 at Tintern Retreat Center open to all students who have just completed their freshmen or sophomore year. Cost is $45. Applications are available by email. Contact Gene Schumacher 402-564-0258 or Charlie Wozny 402-270-4357.

Our parish has purchased this resource to help us grow in our faith! This is the Catholic media go-to site for a great selection of movies, e-books, audio books, programs and more! Sign up today at columbus.formed.org!

FAMILY FAITH FORMATION/ CHOSEN (7TH AND 8TH GRADE)

Registrations were mailed out to existing families and are also available online- all registrations are due back by July 31st. If you know of anyone who has children (grades K-8) that have not previously been attending religious education -- please reach out to them and encourage them to register.

COLUMBIAN SQUIRES Columbus Squires will have it's monthly Meeting July 1 at St. Isidores Cafeteria at 2:00. All young men 10-18 yr old are welcome to attend. Questions call Brent 402-276-0325

BE A VOICE FOR THE UNBORN! Learn how to start a conversation with a pro-choice advocate and keep it productive. Come to one or both of Justice for All’s (JFA) pro-life workshops, “Taking Abortion From Debate to Dialogue” Parts 1 and 2. Part 1 will take place on Thursday, July 19, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (check-in at 5:45 p.m.) at St. Bona-venture Catholic Church, Parish Center, 1565 18th Ave, Colum-bus. Part 2 will take place Saturday, July 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. (check-in at 8:45am) at the same location. “Taking Abortion From Debate to Dialogue (Part 2)”, will equip you to respond to additional arguments often presented by pro-choice advocates. You are welcome to attend one or both of the events! Pre-register at www.jfaweb.org/register or call (316) 683-6426. Walk-ins are also welcome!