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Welcome Question of the Week:

December 6 Comfort, Give Comfort

Second Week of Advent “A voice cries out in the desert: prepare the way of the

Lord!” (Isaiah 40:3)

• Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11

• 2 Peter 3:8-14

• Mark 1:1-8

Adults: How are you called to prepare and make space

in your heart and your life this Advent season?

Kids: When is a time when you felt sad or scared and

someone comforted you? What does it mean to you

that God wants to give God’s people comfort?

December 13 Rejoice, rejoice!

Third Week of Advent “Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing.” (I

Thessalonians 5:16

• Isaiah 61:1-2A, 10-11

• I Thessalonians 5:16-24

• John 1:6-8, 19-28

Adults: How are you called to rejoice, even (or

especially) in difficult, uncertain times?

Kids: How does it feel to be joyful? How do you

rejoice with others in your life?

Readings for the Week of December 6 Monday: Is 35:1-10; Ps 85 9-14; Lk 5:17-26 Tuesday (Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception): Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 98; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12, Lk 1:26-38 Wednesday: Is 40:25-31; Ps 103; Mt 11:28-30 Thursday: Is 41: 13-20; Ps 145; Mt 11:11-15 Friday: Is 48:17-19; Ps 1; Mt: 11:16-19 Saturday: (Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe) Zec 2:14-17; Jd 13:18-19; Lk 1:26-38 Sunday: Is 61:1-2; 10-11; Lk 1:46-48, 49-50, 53-54; I Thes 5:16-24; Jn 1:6-8, 19-28

Readings for the Week of December 13 Monday: Nm 24:2-7, 15-17; Ps 25; Mt 21:23-27 Tuesday: Zep 3:1-2, 9-13; Ps 34; Mt 21: 28-32 Wednesday: Is 45:6-8, 18, 21C-25; Ps 85; Lk 7:18-23 Thursday: Gn 49: 2, 8-10; Ps 72; Mt 1:1-17 Friday: Is 48:17-19, Ps 1, Mt 11:16-19 Saturday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-5a; Ps 71; Lk 1:5-25 Sunday: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8-12, 14; Ps 89; Rom 16:25-27; Lk 1:26-38

Supporting St. Tim’s and 2020 pledge drive We are grateful for all the many ways that St. Tim’s parishioners give of their time, talent, and treasure to support our shared parish mission. The St. Tim’s annual report (July 1, 2019-June 30, 2020) is available on the parish website by clicking on the “annual report” button. If you prefer to have an annual report in paper format, please call the parish office and we will be glad to mail you one and answer any questions you may have. During the month of November, you received a letter from Father Joe with a pledge card in the mail. We thank all parishioners who have submitted their pledge cards, either online through our parish website or using the paper pledge card. We invite those of you who have not already filled out your pledge card to prayerfully reflect on how you are called to practice stewardship. Thank you for all you do to support St. Tim’s as together we trust in God and look ahead with hope in spite of the uncertainty we are living through. Cover photo: Rhonda Miska

Updates and News

Giving Tree Registration, Gift Delivery Schedule St. Tim’s Giving Tree is virtual this year to adapt to Covid-19 restrictions, and it’s not too late to participate! Visit our parish website at www.churchofsttimothy.com and click on “virtual giving tree” or call the parish office to buy Christmas gifts for a family in need. Gifts (with details firmly attached) can be dropped off at the Hospitality Center at the following times: Saturday, December 5: 10:00 a.m.– noon Saturday, December 5: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, December 6: 10:00 a.m. - noon Monday, December 7: 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 8: 5:00 -7:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 9: 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 10: 2:00-6:00 p.m. You don’t need to make an appointment, just remember your mask and volunteers will be present to welcome you at the Hospitality Center and receive your donations. Thank you for your generosity in bringing Christmas joy during this difficult holiday season.

Parenting Through Pandemic continues St. Tim’s four-part Parenting Through Pandemic continues on Sundays, December 6 and 20 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom. The sessions are led by Christian therapist Heather Goochey. Parents juggling the challenges of at-home schooling, please join us. Email sttimothychurch@churchofsttimothy.com to register.

The mission of St. Timothy’s Social Justice Committee is to engage social justice issues, to explore action strategies, and to respond to these issues and needs as concerned Christian citizens. As Catholic Christians, we are guided by our Catholic social tradition and the principles of our Catholic social teaching. Since the Committee’s origin in 1970, the people of St. Timothy’s have contributed time, energy, and financial support to activities such as STOP (St. Timothy’s Overseas Project), Refugee Resettlement, Habitat for Humanity, Family Promise, Prayer for Peace, Community Garden, as well as presenting informational and educational panels and discussions around current matters pertaining to social justice. Recent and current events, locally and nationally, are now calling upon us to reflect and take action around questions of racial injustice. This call is echoed by Pope Francis, the US Bishops, and our own pastor, Father Joe Whalen. Members of the Social Justice Committee pledge to not only continue our ongoing projects (as listed above), but also to promote opportunities for discussion and action around recognizing and dealing with racism and prejudice, wherever and however it exists. This is grounded in our Catholic commitment to the belief that each human person is sacred and created in God’s image, as well as our Catholic commitment to solidarity – that “we are one human family, whatever our national, racial, ethnic, economic, or ideological differences.” We invite all members of St. Timothy’s Catholic Community, individually and collectively, to consider these matters prayerfully, and to follow St. Francis’ maxim: “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,” remem-bering Pope Paul VI’s words that “if you want peace, work for justice.” Please consider taking action by join-ing us on the St. Tim's Social Justice Committee. The next meeting is next January 19 via Zoom. Contact the parish office if you would like to participate, or if you would like more resources on racial justice. Social Justice Committee: Avis Braschayko, Anita Cholewa, Mary Ann Cloutier, Diane Hinds, Tom Hinds, Karen Holdgrafer-Berry, Tom Kosel, Kathy Lund, Larry McPeck, Maria Olson, Cathy Peterson, Kate Shea, Marilyn Wegscheider, Deacon Joe Frederick*, Therese Frederick* (*Parish Staff Liaison) Approved by the Church of St Timothy Parish Pastoral Council

Christmas Baskets St. Tim’s continues our tradition of providing Christmas baskets for families in need. Volunteers are needed to help with basket distribution and delivery on Friday, December 18. To volunteer, call Margaret Kelly at 763-757-3065.

Liturgy update As Covid-19 cases have increased sharply, all St. Tim's liturgies are tentative. Out of care for one another, we encourage parishioners to watch streaming Mass instead of attending in-church, Mass, particularly if you are over 65 years old or have pre-existing conditions. If you suspect that you have been exposed to the virus, or if you have any symptoms, please stay home for the safety of all.

Racial Justice Statement from the Church of St. Timothy Social Justice Committee (November, 2020)

Church of St. Timothy Phone 763.784.1329 Fax 763.784.0652

All bulletins are available on our website: www.churchofsttimothy.com

Mission Statement We are a progressive, welcoming Catholic community that values full participation in worship and community service.

We commit to being a peace-loving, Eucharistic community providing integrated faith formation and applying gospel values to daily living.

Office hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday closed Mass schedule (adapted due to Covid-19):

Saturday evening: (registration required) 5:00 p.m. Sunday: (registration required) 10:30 a.m. Saturday evening streaming Mass: 5:00 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation Individual: By appointment, call the parish office Penitential prayer service: variable

Prayer requests: Call 763.717.1730 or 651.233.9622

Communion for the homebound: Contact Maggie Philbrook at the parish office.

Baptisms: Parents must attend a pre-baptism class. Call the parish office for scheduling.

Weddings: Arrangements must be made at least six months prior to the wedding.

Parish Staff

Pastor Fr. Joe Whalen

Deacon Tom Quayle

Deacon/marriage ministry Joe Frederick

Director of Administration and Finance Cathy Sullivan

Stewardship and Development Director David Bach

Bookkeeper Libby Huebner

Maintenance Director Barry Schuetzler

Director of Liturgy and Music Bill Steffl

Coordinator of Liturgical Music Therese Jorgensen

Junior and Senior High Youth Minister Kristen Neuman

Coordinator for Children’s Ministries; Baptism prep Kristen Raaen

Pastoral Minister; Befrienders Maggie Philbrook

Communications Director Rhonda Miska

Receptionists Jill Hanson, Mary Kalk

Administrative Assistant Joy Heifort

See our website for full listing of all parish staff members

Church of St. Timothy | 707 89th Ave NE Blaine MN 55434 | 763.784.1329