AUGUST 19, 2018 20TH SUNDAY IN

ORDINARY TIME

13900 BISCAYNE AVE. W

ROSEMOUNT, MN 55068

PHONE: 651-423-4402

www.stjosephcommunity.org

Weekend Mass times:

Saturday: 5:00 pm

Sunday: 7 am, 8:30 am, & 10:30 am

Veterans Wall of Honor The Veteran's Recognition Committee has designed a 4' x 8' permanent display soon to be installed on

the wall in the NE corner of the gathering space. The purpose of the display is to honor Veterans past

and present who are or were parishioners of St. Joseph's parish. It is a visible reminder to pray for the

safety and well-being of all those defending our county's freedom and a tribute to all present or former

St. Joseph parishioners who have served, especially those injured or killed in our country's conflicts.

If you or a family member meet the above criteria, please stop at the Veteran's Recognition table after

mass on August 18-19 or August 25-26 or in the parish office during business hours to pick up an

application or obtain additional information. Donations are being accepted to cover the cost of the

display.

Thank you!

St. Joseph's Veterans Recognition Committee

PADRE PAUL’S PONDERINGS

Thinking Little

Hard as it is to believe, this week marks the beginning of the Minnesota State Fair.

The Fair is something that is truly engrained in me. I have

gone every year since I can first remember. In fact, if

someone says they aren’t going to the Fair, I might give

them the “oh that’s nice” Minnesota line, and wonder if perhaps they are from Wisconsin or out of state. Not go to

the Fair? By choice? How is this possible?

In all seriousness, I get the Fair is not for everyone, and it

can also get a bit expensive especially if you are going

with a lot of people. But one of the reasons I look forward

to it each year is for the simple things that it brings that are

wonderful to enjoy.

For one there is the food. One need not get into the

strange stuff, the best things are the foot long hot dogs,

cheese curds, and the malts, and an amazing Iowa import

called the “gizmo,” an Italian beef with mozzarella you can

find near the Pet Building (you’ll thank me when you find

this wonderful stand).

Then there are the photo ops. The Fair is a favorite

subject especially at night, because I love photographing

the Midway (though the last time I was on a ride was a

very long time ago), and the various food vendors who are

all lit up after dark.

Of course there’s the booths with the literature, the pens

and the things that will go in a bag and sit someplace in

my home until they are thrown out mid-October. The

people watching too, along with the media and local

celebrities and daily parade and of course Fairchild the

Fair Mascot.

Indeed, each year is the same. I take it all in, often sit for

a while on a bench, and think “this is great.” My Fair Day usually is about 9 hours at minimum, and some years entails

two trips. It’s well worth it, even if my heart sinks a bit as I

leave knowing I am saying farewell for another year and

soon to my favorite time of year, summer.

This year, I was fortunate to be selected to have a

photograph displayed at the State Fair in the Fine Arts

Building which is also for sale there (I’ll have another copy

I’m donating along with others to the parish for the Harvest

Festival). It’s not of the Fair though, it’s of the Brooklyn

Bridge. It was part of a trip I was on last fall, and I

returned there and to New York a couple of weeks ago

too again taking a number of pictures. It got me to thinking

about why I fell in love with not just the Fair but

photography, and that is I hope to help people enjoy the

simple things more. By this, what I mean is that there are so

many things that go by each and every day, and we miss

them because we are too busy or over-scheduled. What I

try to do through photography is capture things that make

people think a bit and see the beauty that is all around

them; from the glory of the Brooklyn Bridge, to the birds in

their back yard, to a tranquil waterfall or the stars in the

sky above them. Indeed, there’s so much out there. You look

at something like the Brooklyn Bridge, or walk around New

York City, and you think to yourself “wow what an amazing place to just take in and enjoy.” But for that to happen, one has to open their eyes to what is around them.

So whether you intend to go to the Fair or not, or whether

you enjoy photography yourself or aren’t that into it, one

thing I hope you can truly do each day is try to stop and

smell the roses, and take in the beauty that is the world

around you. I think it’s especially worth remembering as

summer wanes and we head into what can be a busier time

of year with school starting in a couple of weeks, fall

activities, etc. Value the daily little things and make time

for them in your life. Have a family dinner. Go for a walk.

Spend some time in the yard. Watch a sunset. Have an

actual conversation and not a text message back-and-

forth. Play a game with your children or grandchildren.

Count the stars in the sky. And in all things, give thanks.

Bring these things to prayer too, and maybe along with

asking for needs and help, give thanks to God for the

blessings in your life, and keep a copy of that list to look at

for the moments when you might be tempted to think you

are a lot worse off than others who seemingly have it so

much more easier or so much more than you.

I have not seen the film, but I saw a poster with the

characters from AA Milne’s Winnie the Pooh books

promoting the latest film about a grown up Christopher

Robin who apparently has become so busy with life he’s

forgotten about his childhood friends and needs a reminder

of how to live again and find happiness now with his own

family instead of being a miserable busybody. The line on

the poster from the rotund little bear was “Don’t

underestimate the value of doing nothing.” Apparently the

full line from A.A. Milne is: “Don't underestimate the value of Doing Nothing, of just going along, listening to all the things you can't hear, and not bothering.” Some pretty good advice. We all have to be busy and do things and work -

that’s important too. But so too is looking at all that is

around us every day. You don’t have to go to the Fair or

New York to find beauty in the world or in your life, it’s all

around you in the simple things, so take it all in and give

thanks for it, because it’s a true blessing. Hope you have a Fairly good week ahead,

Fr. Paul

ST. JOSEPH’S STAFF & INFO

Church of St. Joseph · Rosemount, Minnesota 20TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 3

STEWARDSHIP

Sacrificial Giving: August 11-12, 2018 Envelope Offering……………....$10,746.00 Plate……………………..…..............$752.00 Total………………........................$11,498.00 Capital Campaign…....……….......$1,950.00

Sacramental Care

Pastor Fr. Paul Kammen 651-313-8466

Deacon Steve Boatwright 651-313-8493

Deacon Gordon Bird 651-423-4402

Administrative

Director Randy Haney 651-313-8468

Admin Asst: Reception Ann Brown 651-313-8460

Admin Asst: Database Maggie Roth 651-313-8461

Admin: Communications Bobbi Neuens 651-313-8470

Bookkeeper Jane Schmitz 651-313-8467

Maintenance Engineer Pat Archer 651-313-8488

Lifelong Faith Formation

Director Kayla Rooney 651-313-8464

Sunday School Coord. Kathy Neary 651-313-8465

Parish Life

Director Bridget Samson 651-313-8462

Pastoral Ministry/Outreach

Coordinator Kyle Finken 651-313-8463

School

Principal Kelly Roche 651-313-8471 Secretary Cris Meaden 651-313-8486 Worship

Director Bill Bradley 651-313-8469 Parish Council

Parish Council Chair Dave Berg 612-850-2305 Additional Info

Parish Office 651-423-4402 Summer Hours M–TH: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm FRI: 8-12 pm

School Office 651-423-1658 To send an email to a St Joseph staff member, use the

following format: first name.last name@stjosephcommunity.org Parish Website www.stjosephcommunity.org Facebook: St. Joseph Catholic Church & School Rosemount Minnesota Twitter: @stjoesrosemount

Archdiocese’s Victim/Survivor Assistance Program: 651-291-4497 (for confidential care)

Mass Schedule:

Saturday~ 5:00 pm

Sunday~ 7am, 8:30am, 10:30am

Monday, Thursday, & Friday~ 8:30am

Word & Communion Service:

Tuesday & Wednesday~8:30am

Reconciliation: Saturday 4:00 pm

ELECTRONIC SIGN UPDATE

Our goal is to have 350 pavers dedicated,

we have 125 thus far.

Automatic Online Giving is

a convenient & consistent

way to help St. Joe’s grow Consider scheduling a recurring electronic contribution today. Even when circumstances prevent you from attending Mass, your contributions will continue to support St. Joe’s. Simply go to the Parish Website ww.stjosephcommunity.org and click on the green “giving” button or call the Parish office at 651-423-4402.

Please Remember St. Joseph in Your Estate Planning Throughout the years The Church of St. Joseph has been blessed with a number of persons who have remembered St. Joseph’s in their estate planning. These estate gifts have helped St. Joseph’s in many ways to be a greater service to the parishioners and the community at large. Thank you to all those who have in the past and will in the future, include St. Joseph’s in their planning. If you would like further information please contact Randy Haney, Parish Director or Fr. Kammen, our pastor.

Blessings and thank you for considering St. Joseph.

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LITURGY & WORSHIP

MASS INTENTIONS INFORMATION

Mon 20 8:30 † Joan Yambing Tues 21 8:30 Word & Communion Service Wed 22 8:30 Word & Communion Service Thurs 23 8:30 † Dianne Rolfing Fri 24 8:30 † Linus Thell Sat 25 5pm † Yolanda Roncaglia Sun 26 7am † Francis Fleming Sun 26 8:30 † Randy Halvorson Sun 26 10:30 St. Joseph Community

READINGS

For the Week of August 19

Sunday: Prv 9:1-6/Ps 34:2-3, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 [9a]/Eph 5:15-20/Jn 6:51-58 Monday: Ez 24:15-24/Dt 32:18-19, 20, 21 [cf. 18a]/ Mt 19:16-22 Tuesday: Ez 28:1-10/Dt 32:26-27ab, 27cd-28, 30, 35cd-36ab [39c]/Mt 19:23-30 Wednesday: Ez 34:1-11/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 [1]/ Mt 20:1-16 Thursday: Ez 36:23-28/Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, 18-19 [Ez 36:25]/Mt 22:1-14 Friday: Rv 21:9b-14/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18 [12]/Jn 1:45-51 Saturday: Ez 43:1-7ab/Ps 85:9ab and 10, 11-12, 13- 14 [cf. 10b]/Mt 23:1-12 Next Sunday: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Ps 34:2-3, 16-17, 18-19, 20-21, 22-23 [9a]/Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32/Jn 6:60-69

CATHOLIC QUOTES Words to Inspire the Faithful

Of all his virtues, Christ specifically commends one to us,

humility. 'Learn of me for I am meek and humble of heart.' --St. Bernard of Clairvaux

VOCATION VIEW The Gospel asks for us:

“How can Jesus give us His flesh to eat?” Our lack of knowledge does not prevent us from being lured into the mystery. The mystery makes it all the more

appealing. Now, do this in memory of Him.

WELCOME

We would like to introduce

our newest members

to the Parish…

Leroy and Patty Burkemper, Aime and Brooke Caines,

Marilyn Head, Steven and Doris Kroyer,

Heather Lindsay, Thomas and Kristina Spaniol, &

Daniel and Gwendalyn Weiland

“Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed

you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7

A Blessing for Students!

We will have a blessing for students after all Masses on Labor Day Weekend. Each student will receive a blessed cross which they may carry with them throughout the school year. The blessing will take place in the church immediately following each Mass.

"Take your cross and follow me" Mt., 16-24

Want to Grow in Holiness,

but don’t know how?

Join us on October10th as we begin Consoling the Heart of Jesus- a ten-week book and video group retreat to aid us in our quest toward spiritual growth. Wednesday October 10 –

December 19, 9-10:30am,

we’ll watch a 30-minute video by popular author and speaker, Fr. Michael Gaitley and share our

insights within our small group.

Registration deadline is September 17th. Registration forms are available in the kiosk and on the Church of St. Joseph website at: www.stjosephcommunity.org/gramdparentministry.aspx

Questions- please contact Kim Doyle-651-332-2266

PARISH INFO

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BAPTISMS

Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st and 3rd weekend of each month after the 10:30am mass. (please note that there can be fluctuations in this schedule depending on other liturgical needs). Parents are required to have completed the Baptism Preparation class which is offered the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm. For more information please call the parish office at 651-423-4402. RECONCILIATION

Individual reconciliation ~ Saturdays at 4:00 pm or by appointment. Communal celebrations and Individual celebrations are held during Advent and Lent. MARRIAGE

All couples anticipating Christian marriage should contact the Parish Office at (651) 423-4402 at least 6 months prior to a wedding date being set. ANOINTING OF THE SICK

This Sacrament may be received by any Catholic who is seriously ill, about to undergo major surgery, or in poor health. The second Sunday of each month we offer this sacrament after each Mass or call the Parish Office, (651) 423-4402. PRAYER CHAIN To place a prayer request call Pat at 651-452-7689 or email plawler321@gmail.com

FAITH FORMATION and SACRAMENTAL

PREPARATION

Sunday School for ages 3, 4, and 5 is held during the 8:30 & 10:30 Masses. Faith Formation for Grades 1-12 along with Sacramental Preparation. Call (651) 423-4402 for more information. ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL

St. Joseph School provides a God-centered, supportive academic environment for students, Grades PreK-8. Contact Kelly Roche, Principal at (651) 423-1658 for more information. DAILY ROSARY

The rosary is prayed before each weekday Mass (Mon.-Fri.) starting 35 minutes before the scheduled Mass time–except on First Friday when the rosary is prayed at the start of Eucharistic Adoration. All are invited to join us as we pray for the needs of the Church and community. BULLETIN DEADLINE: Noon on Mondays. All bulletin announcements should be sent to bulletin@stjosephcommunity.org and to the appropriate staff personnel for approval

before they will be included in the bulletin.

150TH CELEBRATION # 41

A HISTORY OF ST. JOSEPH PARISH 150th Celebration # 41 1990-1999

The first Mass at St. Thomas Becket in Eagan was held on Sunday, February 14, 1990. In 1989 there were 200 registered families at St. Joseph’s. That went down to 150 families in 1990. A new Allen organ and Schulmerich Carillon Bells were dedicated February 25, 1990. Fr. Daniel Friberg, who had been a weekend assistant with Fr. Francis Roach for 19 years (almost 8 years at St. Joseph), was appointed pastor at St. John the Baptist in Hugo on August 15, 1993. Shortly after this, Retired Reverend John Cody came regularly to offer weekend Mass at the parish. He is best remembered for his habit of giving his sermons while walking up and down the center aisle of the church and engaging parishioners, especially children, in his dialogue. Fr. Cody was in ill health during his last couple of years but still returned as often as he could until his death on March 26, 1998. He was 79 years old. Beginning October 1, 1993, newly ordained Deacon Jerry Blissenbach began working part-time at the parish. A new Gathering Area was constructed between the church and the school connecting the two buildings in 1995. Also, land was purchased north of the cemetery for the potential of building a future new church building. This was later sold to a developer for townhouses. Fr. Francis Roach retired the summer of 1997. A transition team was formed to get a new pastor. On September 2, Fr. Tom Hill, a Capuchin Franciscan, became pastor. In 1997, Fr. Vincent Colon began filling in for Fr. Cody during his absences for medical problems. Also in 1997, Parishioner Ed Meier died and left his house and lot to St. Joseph's Parish. The property was located north of the parish center and it was his wish that the house be torn down and the property used for additional off-street parking In January, 1999, St. Joseph’s began its relationship with Habitat for Humanity, helping build a house in Hastings. Gary Mitchell joined St. Joseph’s staff as the Parish Business Administrator. This article based on the research and writings of parishioner Gerald Mattson

SEND IN YOUR MOMENTOS FOR THE 150TH! St. Joe’s 150th Anniversary Cmte needs your help to fill the showcases in the Social Hall with artifacts & mementos from St. Joe’s past. If you have any pictures of events such as Church Dinners, Holiday pictures, Baptisms, Weddings, even Summer Church Picnics, or anything that re-lates to the old church or school, we would love to borrow them for the display. Drop off in the church office any time. Label with your name & phone number, & please share a story that goes with the item. They will be returned after our Harvest Festival.

150th Anniversary Prayer… Gracious God, We gather here today to give you thanks. Thank you for 150 years of faith, family and friendship. Thank you for this community that supports each other in joy and sorrow, baptisms and funerals, in celebrations and the sacraments. WE are grateful Lord, for your love, your blessings and your presence each and every day. May we be faithful witnesses, living in communion with the Holy Spirit, to go forth proclaiming your Good News. We ask this through Jesus Christ, Your Son, Our Lord. Amen

PARISH LIFE EVENTS

Monday, August 20

8:00 am BeFriender Ministry Retreat, SH A 6:00 pm AHG Parent Mtg & Uniform Swap, 115

7:30 pm Harvest Festival Committee, Rm 100 Tuesday, August 21

8:00 am BeFriender Ministry Retreat, SH A 2:00 pm Directory Photo Sessions, GA Wednesday, August 22

8:00 am BeFriender Ministry Retreat, SH A 9:00 am Grandparent Ministry, Rm 115 2:00 pm Directory Photo Sessions, GA 6:00 pm VIRTUS Training, Rm 115 6:30 pm Finance Committee, Rm 100 7:00 pm Video Ministry, Church Thursday, August 23

8:00 am BeFriender Ministry Retreat, SH A 12:30 pm Parish Staff Meeting, Rm 115 2:00 pm Directory Photo Sessions, GA Friday, August 24

8:00 am BeFriender Ministry Retreat, SH A 2:00 pm Directory Photo Sessions, GA Saturday, August 25 10:00 am Directory Photo Sessions, GA 4:00 pm Reconciliation, Church 4:30 pm Harvest Fest Volunteer Sign Up, GA 4:30 pm Harvest Fest Raffle Pick Up, GA 4:30 pm Harvest Fest Chicken Dinner Tickets 4:30 pm Electronic Sign & Paver Table, GA 5:00 pm Mass, Church Sunday, August 26

7:00 am Mass, Church 8:00 am Harvest Fest Raffle Pick Up, GA 8:00 am Harvest Fest Volunteer Sign Up, GA 8:00 am Harvest Fest Chicken Dinner Tickets 8:00 am Electronic Sign & Paver Table, GA 8:30 am Mass, Church 9:30 am Elem Catechist Training, Rm 115 10:30 am Mass, Church 11:30 am Middle School Catechist Training, 115

CALENDAR

Parish Office will be Closed September 3rd

VIRTUS TRAINING:

Two VIRTUS classes are being offered

here at St. Joseph.

Wednesday, August 22 from 6-9pm & Saturday, September 8th, 8-11 am

If you are new to volunteering here at St. Joseph, please contact the directory of that program area you wish to help in to get necessary information about becoming Essential 3 qualified. After speaking to staff go to http://www.stjosephcommunity.org/virtus.aspx to download the Virtus 2017 New User Guide. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for completing all required credentialing components including registering for the Virtus Training. All new volunteers working with children or vulnerable adults must complete all credentials before volunteer work can be started.

All families are invited to join us for the �Faith Formation Kick�Off Mass! �

Join us in the Social Hall after Mass for a light reception and meet other families in the program. �

REGISTER, VOLUNTEER, & LEARN about Faith Formation: www.stjosephcommunity.org/faith_formation.aspx�

If you have not registered yet, please do so TODAY...don’t delay!�Volunteers are still needed...are you the missing piece?!�

Questions? Contact Kayla.Rooney@stjosephcommunity.org�

Summer Parish Office Hours

Through Friday, August 31st the parish office will be open as follows:

Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am to 12 noon.

Is that a bird? Is that a plane? Why it's Mars!

Come join us on

Wednesday, August 29, 7:30pm, for an evening of stargazing with Mike Lynch, WCCO Radio's meteorologist,

astronomer and St Joseph parishioner. Mars will be the closest to the

earth since 2003. Mike's presentation is fun and interactive. All donations will benefit our Prison Ministry program. Suggested donation: $10/Adults; children free. Mike will have his book

available for sale and will sign your copy. We will start with dessert and presentation in the social hall, then move to the biggest outdoor theater. Bring a lawn chair for your seated outdoor enjoyment.

Nursing Home Volunteers- On the 2nd Friday of the month from 9:30 –11:00 am St. Joseph parishioners go to Trinity Care Center in Farmington. We would be happy to have more people join us. For more info or to volunteer please contact Lou Croke 952-891-1029

ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Registration is Now Open

for St. Joseph School!

Use the link below:

https://mytads.com/a/stjosephrosemountmn

WELCOME BACK NIGHT

Wednesday, August 29th

4:30-7:30 pm St. Joseph School students & families are welcome to meet teachers, drop off school supplies, and socialize

with friends. Hope to see you there!

St. Joseph School Faithful

Beginnings preschool program

is seeking a part-time

Preschool Assistant Teacher. Candidates must be assistant

teacher qualified as required by

the Minnesota Department of Health and Human Services.

Please visit this link for preschool assistant teacher

qualifications: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/9503.0033/

The position will be Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:30 p.m.

working with our 3 year old preschool students.

TO APPLY CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW:

http://careers.archspm.org/jobs/preschool-assistant-teacher-19/

PARISH EVENTS & INFORMATION

2018 Updateable

Pictorial Directory 3 WEEKS LEFT!

Sign ups are available now, here

are your options:

1. Go to our website & click on the Lifetouch image 2. For assistance call Ann in the Parish Office 651-423-4402

SIGN UP TODAY

Join us as we connect our families!!

** Each family who attends a photo session will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait, the updateable directory, and a 150th Celebration Book! ONLY families who attend a

photo session will receive our special 150th Celebration

Book FREE ! ~ What a wonderful gift!! ~

________________________________________________ Has your name been misspelled or you have a new phone

number or address? Maybe your landline is no longer active and you only use your cell phones? Well, it’s time to fix it!

Help us make the printed roster in the new directory accurate. Please submit any roster corrections to the church office no later than September 2nd, or email to Maggie Roth at:

Maggie.roth@stjosephcommunity.org.

Harvest Festival Raffle

Tickets will be available this weekend! Stop by the table in the Gather Space to pick up your packet.

Proceeds this year will benefit a new PA Security System. Harvest Volunteer Sign Up

Sheets will also be available this weekend to select an opportunity to help out!

Harvest Festival Chicken Dinner Tickets

Dinner Tickets will go on sale beginning next weekend August 25th & 26th in the Gather Space!

Please support St. Joe’s Harvest Festival through your prayers, volunteer efforts and

also ticket sales or purchases and attendance. Your support is very

important to our St. Joseph Community.

New This Year! 5K Run & Kids Fun Run

5K Run @ 9:00 am:

$30 if you sign up by September 10th Kids Fun Run @ 11:00 am:

$15 Use the link below to sign up

https://www.events.runningroom.com/site/15666/

CRAFTERS WANTED! We still have spots available, First Come First Serve basis. Please see our website for more info or email call Bridget in the Parish Office.

ITEMS NEEDED FOR HARVEST FESTIVAL & COUNTRY STORE

Please see the Harvest Fest webpage for more details… Items for Donation Tree due in the office by August 25-26

stjfestival.org SEPTEMBER 14TH-16TH