Welcome to our parish!

Our Mission Statement:

Bearing Witness to CHRIST in Word and Deed

St. Bronislava Parish

December 15, 2019

Welcome to our parish!

Saturday, December 14 4:00 PM † Charlene Siegler Fr. Lynch † Ron Lorbecki

Sunday, December 15 8:00 AM † Bridget & Rose Kerr 10:30 AM Parish Family Fr. Lynch Anniversary Blessing for David and Marietta Garski

Monday, December 16 8:15 AM Communion Service

Tuesday, December 17 5:30 PM † Ron & Ruth Werachowski Fr. Lynch † Joan Mendyke

Wednesday, December 18 8:15 AM † Tom Walczak

Thursday, December 19 8:15 AM † Stanley & Agnes Gagas Fr. Lynch † Darrell Parks

Friday, December 20 8:15 AM † Lyle & Jeanette Clendenning Fr. Lynch † Eugene Laskowski

Saturday, December 21 4:00 PM Parish Family Fr. Lynch † Patricia Sankey

Sunday, December 22 8:00 AM Thanksgiving for Don & Char Disher 10:30 AM † Ralph Meshak Fr. Lynch † Brother Celts MS

St. Bronislava Parish • December 15, 2019 •

LITURGICAL † ROLES & Other Ministries – December 21/22 Up to date schedule available online at Ministry Scheduler Pro

4:00 PM (Mass) 8:00 AM (Mass) 10:30 AM (Mass)

Mass Servers Mason Jelinski Caleb Pinkalla Gabriel Pinkalla

Joseph Burch Peyton Mancl Amelia Martini

Jonathan Tritz Jacob Tritz Alex Tritz Thomas Tritz

Ministers of the Word

Dorothy Olson (1) Michael Bilbrey (2)

Bernice Jerzak (1) Joe Diedrich (2)

Mitch Jensen (1) Brion Hackbarth (2)

Ex. Minister of the Eucharist

Chris Doubek - Leader Tom Altmann Dawn Cisewski Tahn Grosse Kim Hodgson Barb Jelinski Cathy Neufeld Julie Studinski VOLUNTEER

Sue Klish - Leader Carol Adams Andy Franz Stacey Sankey Sue Simkowski Karen Trzebiatowski SUB REQUEST

Bert Trzebiatowski Mary Trzebiatowski Betty Trzinski

Carol Kvatek - Leader Guy Barber Pat Freund Betty Jankowski Brenda Krzykowski Jenifer Meronek Lynn Rasmussen Ervin Shudarek Nick Walder

Usher

Joe Lila - Captain Don Adamczak Terry Folz Norb Kiedrowski Gary Wolf

Bob Polum - Captain Chester Biadasz Bill Konkol Paul Miskowic D.J. Sankey

Tony Zblewski - Captain Brad Hinaus Mike Jelinski Bill Martin SUB REQUEST David Rybicki

Greeters

Steve Hodgson Kim Hodgson Linda Lila Joe Lila

Lyle Blaes SUB REQUEST Neil Denny Jackie Denny Don Young

Marcia De Young Chris Mechenich Wendy Tritz Joe Tritz

Eucharist Ministers to Homebound

Dave Tutton Chuck Fehring Cindy Calhoun-Kosiec

Gift Card

Kelley Pearce - Captain Carol Trzebny - Helper

VOLUNTEER- Captain Connie Krzmarzick - Helper

Stephanie Danielski - Captain David Mechenich - Helper

Music Ministry Connor Binder Family Choir Don Ciseski

CONFESSION SCHEDULE 3:00 - 3:30 PM Saturdays 9:00 AM - First Saturday of the month

Confessions during Advent There will be confessions Saturday, December 21

st,

at 9:00 am and 2:30 pm.

Communal Penance Service will be held on Monday, December 16

th at 7:00 pm.

Envelope and Plate Offerings Envelopes…….….……….350 Collection………………..$20,544.54 Script Profit………….…..$238.35

November 24, 2019

Pastoral Reflections Dear Parishioners,

Each year on the Second and Third Sundays of Advent, John the Baptist make his appearance on the scene. He calls us to

“prepare the way of the Lord.” To prepare for the coming of Christ into our lives at Christmas we need to remove any obstacles

that might stand in his way. By examining our conscience and confessing our sins we create a clear path for the Lord’s arrival.

Pope Francis reminds us of the importance of the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession). He has said, “Forgiveness is

not something we give ourselves.” Rather, he says, “It is a gift of the Holy Spirit who showers us with mercy and

grace that pours forth unceasingly from the open heart of Christ crucified and risen.” That mercy and grace is the “gift”

God wants to give you at Christmas – be open to receiving this blessing!

This Monday, December 16th

we will celebrate a communal penance service at 7:00 pm. A number of priests will be

available to hear confession that evening. Also, confessions will be heard next Saturday, December 21st

at 9:00 am and

2:30 pm. Father Brandon and I will both be available at those times. Please take advantage of this opportunity to celebrate

Reconciliation before Christmas.

Registration is taking place for ALPHA which begins January 27th

. ALPHA is an opportunity to deepen and strengthen your

relationship with Jesus, or to encounter him in a new and powerful way. Each Monday evening consists of a meal,

presentation, and small group discussion in an informal and relaxed setting. In mid-March there will be a retreat experience

focused on the Holy Spirit. My hope is that each of you would prayerfully consider joining us for ALPHA. You can register

online at www.stbrons.com/alpha or you can pick up a registration form here at church. Space is limited, so please register

early!

God bless and have a great week!

Father Ed


Readings for the Week of December 15, 2019 ©LPi

Sunday: Is 35:1-6a, 10/ Ps 146:6-7, 8-9, 9-10 [Is 35:4]/ Jas 5:7-10/Mt 11:2-11

Monday: Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a/Ps 25:4-5ab, 6 and 7bc, 8-9 [4]/Mt 21:23-27

Tuesday: Gn 49:2, 8-10/Ps 72:1-2, 3-4ab, 7-8, 17 [cf. 7]/ Mt 1:1-17

Wednesday: Jer 23:5-8/Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19 [cf. 7]/Mt 1:18-25

Thursday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17 [cf. 8]/Lk 1:5-25

Friday: Is 7:10-14/Ps 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 [cf. 7c and 10b]/Lk 1:26-38

Saturday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a/Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21 [1a; 3a]/Lk 1:39-45

Next Sunday: Is 7:10-14/ Ps 24:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 [7c, 10b]/Rom 1:1-7/Mt 1:18-24

2019-2020 DIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL

As of Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Campaign Goal $ 149,400.00

Pledged $ 81,606.36

2019 Diocesan Annual Appeal Donations If you would like to make a donation in 2019 to the Diocesan Annual Appeal, donations must be mailed directly to the Diocese of La Crosse and postmarked by Dec. 31, 2019

End of Year Reminder:

Thank you for your continued generosity to St. Bronislava Parish throughout the year. There are only a few weeks left in December to make your 2019 parish financial contribution.

Hand delivered contributions must be dropped off at the parish by Tuesday, December 31

st and for your

convenience, the business office will extend it’s hours to 6:00 pm. If you are mailing in your contribution, it must be postmarked by December 31, 2019.

According to IRS regulations any contributions received after January 1, 2020 must be applied to 2020.

Thank you for using WeShare online giving! Are we still sending you envelopes? Email [email protected] so we can take you off the envelope mailing list.

If you contribute at Mass, we encourage you to use your envelope to help expedite the manual process and recording of your contribution. Thank you for your support!

The Sacrament of Baptism What a joy it is to welcome a new child of God through Baptism! It is a blessing for the Church and for the world. The following child celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism this past weekend.

Madelyn Rose Stroup, daughter of Brian and Jennifer Stroup, was baptized on Sunday, December 8

th.

God bless her parents and godparents as they together bring up the newly baptized to lead a life of grace in harmony with the Baptismal promises.


Parish News

Thursday’s LOOK at Sunday’s Scripture

Join us every Thursday night at 5:15 pm to review and discuss the weekend’s Gospel.

What a great way to get information, interpretations and answers for any of the questions you may have regarding the writings of our Apostles. Come with questions and the enthusiasm to learn more about the WORD of God. JP II - Young adults (ages 18-39)

You are personally invited to join us for a night of fellowship, friendship, discussion, and to learn more about our rich Catholic faith.

December 23rd

at 7:15 pm in the Joseph Room at St. Bronislava. We will be going through Genesis to Jesus, a dynamic study by The St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology.

Come learn more about God's Covenants with us, our story through Scripture, and how we can love Christ and His Church more in a whole new way!

Advent Preaching Series

Join us at Mass on the Sundays of Advent for our special preaching series, “Three Dreams and a Promise.”

We know Christmas is a time for dreams and wishes, as children make their lists for Santa. But what is God’s wish for you and me – and for the whole world?

Come and learn how God’s dream can be realized in your life this Christmas!

Christmas decorating will take place on

Sunday, December 22nd

after the 10:30 am Mass.

Please tell your family and friends. This is an awesome way for young families to get involved.

We will have pizza in the Joseph Room at approximately 12:30 pm.

ALPHA IS COMING

Join us on Monday evenings beginning January 27 – April 6 for a night of great food, even better conversation, and talks that make you think about the big questions of life. For more information and to register for ALPHA please visit www.stbrons.com/alpha. Registration forms are also available in the Gathering Space for those without email.

JOIN OUR ALPHA TEAM

Volunteers are needed to help with ALPHA. Visit www.strbrons.com/alpha to find out how you can help!

Got questions? Call Julie Studinski , ALPHA Coordinator at 715-344-4326 X 104.

Area Advent Communal Reconciliations

St. Mary Fancher ~ Sun. Dec. 15th at 3:00 pm

St. Bronislava Parish ~ Mon. Dec. 16th at 7:00 pm

Holy Spirit Parish ~ Tues. Dec. 17th at 6:30 pm

St. Stephen Parish ~ Thurs. Dec. 19th at 6:30 pm

Spend Time with Our Lord

Eucharistic Adoration at St. Bronislava Parish continues every Thursday after 8:15 am Mass through Friday 8:00 am.

Please contact Kent or Ann Glazer at 715-321-2559 for more information or to schedule a time to adore.

The following are open hours for the weekly Eucharistic Adoration here at St. Bron’s.

Friday’s from 1:00 am - 2:00 am, 1:30 am - 2:30 am & 4:30 am - 5:30 am

Employment Opportunity

St. Bronislava Parish seeks an experienced person for the job of Facility Manager.

This person is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the St. Bronislava Parish facility which includes the school, church, rectory and the grounds.

This is a full-time position. Compensation includes wage based on experience and benefits.

Interested persons should send a resume or a letter of interest stating experience before December 31, 2019 to:

[email protected] or mail to:

Business Office, St. Bronislava Parish, P. O. Box 158, Plover, WI 54467


Parish News

Friday Bible Study - During Advent

Build a Highway for God!

On Fridays, Dec. 6 - 27, 2019

9:30 – 10:30 am in the Library.

Four weeks with the Bible Please feel free to join us!

Next Baptism Preparation Meeting Do you know of any expecting parents and any parents that have children not yet baptized? We receive the gift of grace through the Sacraments which draw us closer to Christ. And what a gift you are giving to your child! God has entrusted the well being of this child to you. God has called to you to be first and the most important person in this child’s life - the ‘primary educator’.

The celebrations of the Sacrament of Baptism are being scheduled for dates through February. The next Baptism preparation meeting for first time parents will be held on next

Saturday, March 28th

, 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Contact [email protected] to register.

Thank you to the Jan & Chris Wolosek Family!

For the generous donation of all our Christmas trees & greenery for our parish. This family organization has been supplying trees to our parish for many years. We appreciate their generosity!!

Please thank them when you stop at their stands in Stevens Point and Plover. Their trees are beautiful!

St. Bron’s is very fortunate to have wonderful people donating to our parish.

Merry Christmas Wolosek Family - you're the BEST!

“Christmas Food Basket” Tradition

For many years, St. Bron’s has participated in the Christmas Food Basket Project that serves hundreds of Portage County families. This December, we will once again pack and deliver food baskets to 65 Plover area families.

Sorting and Packing on Saturday, December 21st

and Sunday, December 22nd

. All parish members can become a part of this project by donating non-perishable food items by December 21

st.

Items needed to fill our baskets:

Cereals, crackers, canned fruits & vegetables, canned soups, peanut butter, flour, sugar, ketchup, mustard, mayo, stuffing, jello, pudding, cake mixes, pasta, pasta sauces, hand/dish soaps, paper products, shampoo and toothpaste. Thank you in advance for your generosity. We will need drivers to deliver the baskets on Sunday, Dec. 22

nd AFTER the 10:30 am Mass. Gary Oudenhoven will

be coordinating the deliveries. More information at a later date.

Any questions, please contact, Ruth Linzmeier, Social Concerns Chairperson at 715-341-7742.

The Christmas “Giving Tree” This year, the ornaments hanging from the tree will be marked with various monetary amounts that will be used to purchase turkeys, fresh fruits & vegetables, milk, eggs, orange juice, butter, and other perishable staples for the 65 area families receiving food baskets.

Please return your monetary gifts along with the ornament by Thursday, December 19

th.

Checks can be made payable to St. Bron’s and placed in an envelope marked “Giving Tree”. Drop off at the parish office or place in lock box near the giving tree.

If you donate online through WeShare there is a The Giving Tree/Christmas

Baskets option available.

Thank you in advance for making Christmas better for those less fortunate!

Delivery Volunteers Needed St. Bron’s is sponsoring Christmas baskets for needy families & elderly in the Plover area. We need your help!

Maps and instructions are provided and you can select the location of your delivery. Each delivery consists of 3-4 boxes of food. This is a wonderful way to involve your entire family and make a difference .

Gary O. will be coordinating the drivers. Volunteers - report to Gary before & after Masses on Dec. 22

nd to receive their

family.

Deliveries will be made at 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Parish youth will help load your car. Please consider being a volunteer driver for this beautiful event. Thank you.

On the Lighter side…

Imagine the Priesthood

Praying for the 2019 Seminarians

We encourage you to pray for the seminarians as a way of showing your support. Every week we will list a different seminarian.

This week, we ask you to pray for: Daniel Smyth


Need gift cards for December? ... see below

Gift cards are sold here at St. Bron’s. Need items for meal prep, goodies for the Christmas season, soups to warm you on the inside, donating items to local charities, or Christmas presents?

Stop in and purchase some cards all the while supporting the church or a family in Pacelli Catholic Schools!

Thank you for supporting the gift card program! And thank you to all the volunteers who make it possible.

Keep up the good work and may God Bless you for your efforts!

When you go shopping or out, why not take a bulletin with you and stop in to support our sponsors and thank them for advertising in

the St. Bron’s bulletin!!

Our featured Bulletin Sponsor this week is:

Donate blood! Our next blood drive is on Mon. December 16

th,

from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm at St. Bron’s, Joseph Room

Click here to sign up to donate

https://donate.wisconsin.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/169510

or call Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin at 877-BE-A-HERO

Send your prayer intention to Bishop Callahan this Advent

Bishop Callahan will be collecting your prayer intentions throughout this Advent season.

You can either call 608-352-9565 or go to diolc.org/pray to submit your request. All intentions received will be presented and prayed for at his Christmas Masses.

This Weekend Dec. 14th

& 15th

. Check it out!

Religious Retirement Fund - give thanks

“‘Thank you’ hardly seems adequate to convey what it means to us,” says a Catholic sister of the financial assistance her community received from the Retirement Fund for Religious. Prayer-filled thanks for your donation to last week’s second collection.


PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Don’t forget bring in your aluminum cans!!

Recycle - Recycle! Monies received fund Youth Programs.

Please secure the bags!

Pacelli Catholic Schools Childcare + Preschool Did you know Pacelli Catholic Schools offers childcare starting at age 6 weeks and preschool for 3 and 4 year olds?

Our licensed childcare program promotes spiritual, cognitive, and physical development giving each child the opportunity to engage in activities that are geared to their interests while challenging them at their individual ability level. In preschool, your child will be ready to succeed in literacy, faith development, and social skills preparing them for kindergarten.

Pacelli Catholic Schools Tim Copps Early Childhood Center (Childcare-4K)

2150 High Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-341-2878

Pacelli Catholic Elementary School-St. Bronislava (3K-4) 3301 Willow Drive, Plover, WI 54467

715-342-2015

We're the building blocks to a strong future for your child. Schedule a tour today!

www.pacellicatholicschools.com/visitpcs

PCS and St. Bron’s School Hours

PCS Central Office - 715-341-2445

Monday through Friday: 7:30 - 4:00

St. Bron’s School Office—715-342-2015

Monday through Friday: 7:30 - 3:15

Gregg Hansel, Principal Amanda Reimer, Administrative Assistant

St. Bronislava Elementary School Newsflash

Do you want to see what exciting things are happening at St. Bronislava Elementary? If you are interested in checking it out, click HERE. We have upcoming events, contact information and more! When you get to the communication page click on Newsflash to get to our publication. You can also see all the things listed on the Pacelli Catholic Schools website from the link, at the very top click on “Home”.

Steubenville Youth Conference

July 24-26, 2020

St. Paul, Minnesota

Registration Coming Soon!

DON’T FORGET TO CHECK

THE YOUTH MINISTRY BOARD IN THE GATHERING SPACE

TO SIGN UP FOR INVOLVEMENT/FUNDRAISING

OPPORTUNITIES!!!

CHILDREN AND YOUTH FORMATION NEWS

An Invitation to St. Bron’s families & friends!

We would like to invite everyone to join us for a memorable Christmas program Wednesday, December 18

th

at 5:15 pm in the Church. The 6th grade students will be presenting the story of our Savior's birth.

As the story is narrated and acted by our 6th grade students, we are having 1

st - 5

th grade students

coming forward to lead Christmas songs as part of the story.

Come and receive some Christmas spirit!

Buffet in Bethlehem PHOTOs with Santa Thank You to Randy Rusin from Randy Rusin Photography, for taking the photos for our family fun night with Santa!

The pictures are available in the gathering space through Christmas.


CHILDREN AND YOUTH FORMATION NEWS

CALENDAR:

December 18th

- THIS WEEK! Special Class Time in the church at 5:15 pm for ALL students grades 1-6 as they present a Christmas Program. The 6

th grade students need to

arrive by 5:00 pm to set-up & get into costumes for assigned parts. * Dress in Sunday best or your Christmas attire.

Looking ahead: Christmas Break - No classes Dec. 25th or

January 1st. Classes resume January 8

th.

Preparing for First Reconciliation: First Reconciliation will be celebrated on Saturday, February 8

th at St. Bron’s.

Review the five steps to a good confession (continued):

5. Penance—the priest asks us to say a prayer or perform a good act that shows sorrow for our sins. This helps to make up for any harm or hurt caused by sin and to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ.

Elementary Grades 1 - 6

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

The St. Bron’s Atrium, is level 1, for children ages 3-6. For more info, contact [email protected].

AMAZING experiences are happening at St. Bronislava! Across the world and in many of our local parishes, young children are reflecting on Sacred Scripture, learning the rich meaning of each part of the Mass, and growing deeply in relationship with God through prayer, as they experience Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.

CALENDAR: Save the date: Monday, December 16

th, 3:30 - 6:30 pm

Open Office Hours, The Rock (St. Bron’s Youth Room)

GRADES 7-8 Wednesday, December 18

th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Faith Formation Class

GRADE 9 Wednesday, December 18

th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Faith Formation Class

GRADE 10 Wednesday, December 18

th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Class for the Saints and You (Class A)

GRADE 11 Find us on social media to learn about

our upcoming Summer Trips!

Instagram: @stbronsym

Facebook: @stbronsyouthministry

Middle & High School Grades 7-11

Children's Weekly Gospel Time

Children’s Liturgy of the Word or Gospel Time is held during the 10:30 am Mass. Any Preschool, Kindergarten and 1

st grade child can join our Gospel Time Leader, as they

share the Gospel, through reading, prayer and activity. Children will return to the church for the Eucharistic Prayer. Extra Gospel Time activity sheets are available in the gathering space.

Sharing the Gospel Name someone that you think is very important. Jesus said that John the Baptist was the greatest man ever born. John the Baptist did not live in a big house or wear nice clothes. He was not the president, and he did not own a huge company. You would probably think he was very poor. But John the Baptist was truly great because he loved and trusted God with his whole heart. He helped other people follow God, too.

Prayer Dear God, show me ways to help my friends follow God, too.

Mission for the Week If you have any videos that tell Bible stories, watch one or two together with your family. ©2008 - LPiResourceCenter.com

2nd Sunday, St. Bronislava YOUTH MASS

Sun. January 12th

, 6:00 pm

Every Second Sunday of the Month

Featuring Youth-Led

Worship and refreshments to follow

All Are Welcome!

SPASH LUNCH - January 16, 2020 Stop by the Career Center at SPASH during BOTH Lunch Periods for Pizza, Trivia, and Prizes Bron’s Parishioners—for each friend you bring get your name put in for a chance to win a Kwik Trip Gift Card!

GRADES 7 - 9 CHRISTMAS BASKET CONTEST!

The Grade to bring in the MOST collective items wins a PRIZE!!!

You have until December 21st to drop off your items at

St. Bron’s in the Gathering Space. Christmas Baskets will be assembled with the donations and distributed to families on

Sunday, December 22nd

. Donations Below:

7th

Grade—Canned Fruit 8

th Grade—Cereal

9th

Grade—Kleenex

Faith Formation Collecting ~ Christmas Baskets Remember to bring in your donated Food Basket items. A memo went home last class listing items by grades (1-9). We are collecting items through December 18

th. There will be

boxes marked Christmas Baskets in the Gathering Space.


5th Sunday Rosary with the KC’s We will be saying the Rosary after 10:30 am Mass on Sunday, December 29

th in the chapel.

Please feel free to join us.

Friends In Grief Gathering to share and support one another as we grieve the loss of a loved one. Tuesday, December 17

th at 6:15 pm

Place: Parish Library

Additional information: Barb Mansavage 715-344-3210 Mary Ann Baird 715-344-8118

Franciscans Downtown Events All are welcome; No charge.

December 2019 Movies - Wednesdays 1:00 pm for more information click here, or contact: Fr. Placid Stroik, OFM 201-663-1652 or Leo Jacoby, 715-341-2790.

These will be at the Franciscans Downtown.

AREA EVENTS

Wednesday Club Wednesday Club is a group of retirees who meet for some socialization/card playing and a meal.

All retirees are invited to join us! The group will meet Wed. Dec. 18

th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Joseph Room.

Menu: Stomboli Flat Bread Sub w/ Marinara sauce, Vegetable, Pears, Salad Bar. The cost is $3.50.

Those wishing to join us for lunch only – it will be served at 11:30 am. No carry outs!

Please call/RSVP to the parish office at 715-344-4326 by Mon. December 16

th - 3:00 pm.

You may contact Carol Kvatek [email protected] or 715-340-0052.

Early Wednesday Men’s Prayer Group - St. Bronislava Parish

The early Wednesday morning Men's Prayer Group meets inside the church on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 6:30 am to 7:00 am.

We hope to see you there!

Parish Events Continued...

Confessions will be heard at Franciscans Downtown

1000 Main Street Across from the Public Library on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019, from 2:00 – 3:00 pm

Knights of Columbus Clubhouse - New Year’s Eve Dinner Dec. 31

st serving from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

The menu consists of a combo plate of a 6 oz. steak, 4.5 oz. chicken Cordon Bleu and a skewer of shrimp, along with a baked potato, vegetable, roll, full salad bar, coffee and ice cream for dessert.

The cost is $18 per person including beverage and sale tax. There will be a New Year’s Eve toast every hour to recognize the New Year in another part of the world.

Come prepared to have a good meal at a great price and enjoy the toasting festivities. The bar will be open at 4:30 pm, with multiple drink specials all night long chosen by our bar manager, Perry Pazdernik.

There will also be a prize drawing for gifts to win at the door.

See you there! – Your hosts, Duane Zaborowski, Perry Pazdernik and Rhody Przekurat. Knights of Columbus Clubhouse , 401 W Clark St , Stevens Point , just across the Clark St Bridge This event is open to the public

ST. BRONISLAVA PARISH - DIRECTORY

Pastor Father Ed Shuttleworth 715-344-4326 Ext. #110 [email protected]

Associate Pastor Fr. Brandon Guenther 715-344-4326 Ext. #109 [email protected]

Director of Liturgical and Adult Ministries Deacon Vern Linzmeier 715-344-4326 Ext. #101 [email protected] or 715-341-7742 Parish, Business, Finance & Music Offices 715-344-4326 [email protected]

Faith Formation & Youth Ministry 715-341-6700

Parish Fax 715-344-6121

St. Bron’s School Office 715-342-2015

Principal -

Mr. Gregg Hansel - [email protected]

Pacelli Catholic Schools Central Office 715-341-2445

For a complete directory please see our website.

I’m Expecting a Child, who do I call about Baptism? To receive information on the Sacrament of Baptism or to register for the next preparation meeting, contact Jody Glodowski at 715-341-6700, ext.107.

First time families attend the retreat on

Saturday, March 28th

9:00 am – 10:30 am. Other families, contact Jody to arrange a meeting.

Can someone visit me, I’m Homebound, in a Nursing Home or at the Hospital? Hospitals or nursing homes are not allowed to contact the parish for legal reasons (confidentiality). We are most happy to make a pastoral visit for anointing, prayer and reception of Holy Communion. Anyone who wishes a pastoral visit from Fr. Ed Shuttleworth or Deacon Vern Linzmeier should contact Deacon Vern at 715-344-4326, ext. 101.

Parish Address 3200 Plover Rd PO Box 158 Plover WI 54467-0158

Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Faith Formation Office Hours The office hours vary throughout the year, someone from the parish office will help you if you are unable to connect directly with the religious education staff.

All Parish Offices closed on

Labor Day New Year’s Day Thanksgiving Day Good Friday (and the day after) Memorial Day Christmas Eve Independence Day Christmas Day If the holiday falls on a weekend, the office will be

closed on a Friday or Monday.

Parish Website www.stbrons.com

Facebook Page St. Bronislava Parish

Facebook Page Saint Bronislava Youth Ministry

MyParishApp Find it on your phone’s App Store

WeShare Online Giving - link at stbrons.com

St. Bronislava Parish •

There’s a School attached to the Church, how do I learn more about it? St. Bronislava School (3 yr. old preschool - 4

th grade)

Contact Mr. Gregg Hansel at 715-342-2015, During the summer call PCS Office at 715-341-2445

Discover Pacelli Catholic Schools Children 6 weeks through 12

th grade

Continuing a tradition of inspiring the individual best from every student through a Christ centered drive for excellence in academics, athletics and arts.

How do I join St. Bron’s Parish? Call the parish office at 715-344-4326 to set up a meeting time with one of our Pastoral Team members on a Sunday between Masses. They want to get to know you! We look forward to meeting you!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Just got engaged to get Married, who do I call? Marriage arrangements should be made at least six months in advance of the wedding or earlier. Contact Fr. Ed Shuttleworth at [email protected].

Who do I contact to learn more about becoming a Eucharistic Minister, Minister of the Word, Mass Server, Usher or Greeter? Call the parish office at 715-344-4326, ext. 100 or email [email protected] and we’ll provide you with the contact information for that ministry.

Have you noticed the Blue Links in the Bulletin? Are you on a phone, tablet or computer? If you are, you can click directly on the blue underlined link in the bulletin to be taken to the specific item. Otherwise, you will have to manually type in the link address on your device or you can go online to the Parish website and access the bulletin!

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BADGER MOTORS Used Auto and Truck Parts

11701 Hwy. 54 E Wis. Rapids, WI 54494

Heavy Duty Wrecker Service 715-344-3836

BUSINESS HWY 51, PLOVER, WI 54467

RANCHITO MEXICAN RESTAURANTAuthentic Home Made

Mexican Food Mon-Sat 11am-9pm • Sun 11am-8pm

3462 Church St. • Stevens Point • 715-344-5185

Commercial Site Work • Sewer & Water • Trucking Road Building • Screened Pulverized Topsoil5030 Pine Tree Rd.-P.O. Box 36 • Plover, WI (715) 341-8902 FAX (715) 341-4180

TOMORROW’S SERVICE TODAY

• IRRIGATION • • LAWN CARE •

• LANDSCAPING •

Wisconsin Rapids & Surrounding Areas 715-325-5657

Whispering Pines and the LodgeYour choice of Assisted Living residences

3380-3450 Bridlewood Drive • Plover, WI

(715) 342-4445 • (715) 342-9100www.LifeAtTheLodge.com

Tree Removal • Tree Pruning • Stump Grinding

(715) [email protected]

Kathryn L. Jacobs, CFP®, APMA® Financial Advisor

StrongBridge Wealth AdvisorsA financial advisory practice

of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.3008 Cleveland Ave • Plover, WI

715-344-5595

St. Bronislava Parishstbrons.weshareonline.org

PISARSKI FUNERAL HOMES

Stevens Point Plover 715-344-4595 715-344-7454

John G. Suchon-Parish Member Visit us at www.pisarskifuneralhome.com

INTEGRITY TAX SERVICEThe Year Around Tax Service

Electronic Filing1319 2nd St. 341-1585

ON THE SQUARE

WI Rapids Plover (715) 423-4460 (715) 345-1992

Parish Member LA-Z-BOY® GALLERY

Free In-Home Design Service

World Class Treatment...Hometown CareORTHOPEDICS • SPORTS MEDICINE • PHYSICAL THERAPY

STEVENSPOINTORTHO.COM 715-344-0701 [email protected] • www.amherstmarine.com

Amherst Marine Jerry Clinton, Owner

422 S. Main St., Amherst, WI 54406 715-824-5635

MAHER WATER CORPORATION

Your Trusted Name in Water Treatment for 3 Generations

344-2900

SERVICING ALL MAJOR APPLIANCESSpecializing in GE • Whirlpool • Kenmore

Speed Queen & Kitchenaid • Maytag• Washers • Dryers • Dishwashers• Refrigerators • Freezers • Ranges

1300 Okray Ave, Plover 345-0006

John R. Fuller, MD Board Certified Urologic Surgeon Adult and Pediatric Urology (715) 295-9939

500 Vincent St., Suite D • Stevens Point, WI • 54481

Quality Dependable Auto Repair & Service Performed By Qualified

Technicians You Can Trust!Doug Noskowiak, Owner3145 Church St. • (715) 341-1576 5382 Hw 10 East • (715) 341-1600

Express Lube • (715) [email protected]

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at Politospizza.com

Follow us online! Facebook.com/politospizza

Twitter.com/bigslice

“We’ll Care For Your Property”Lawn Care, Landscaping

Maintenance & Snow Removal

Residential & Commercial Karen, Randy & Josh Herman 715.572.2897

CheeseIce Cream

MeatsMilk

And More!5796 Porter Dr. (715) 344-1293

Food, Family & Fun

Call today! (715)-346-3434Or visit uwsp.edu/dining

Looking for a part time job? Work with college

students at UWSP Dining! Flexible scheduling 7 days a week

Meals provided when you work a 4 hour shift









1300 Common PlacePlover, WI

(715) 544-1644

COMMUNITY ANIMAL HOSPITALDr. Tom Kelble • Dr. Megan Kramer • Dr. Kris Hoffman

Dr. Denise Belue, Dr. Lynda BernsteenHours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-Noon

Appointments Required

2909 Michigan Ave., Stevens Point, WIPhone: 715-341-1723 Fax: 715-341-1725

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com St. Bronislava, Plover, WI A 4C 01-0207

KONOPACKI CONSTRUCTION LLC

• New Home Construction • Remodeling Additions

• Water and Fire Restoration

Parish Member 715-570-6673

Your Home Away From Home Assisted Living

Respite Care availableSchedule your tour today with

Kristan Schaack at• 715-344-9669 •

or [email protected]

1902 Post RoadNestled on McDill Pond • Stevens Point

CARSTAR Plover3021 MacArthur Way, Plover, WI 715-343-0933

Auto Body Repair Experts

715-848-9865 tel 715-848-0796 fax

Hwy. B, Plover • (715) 344-6738

GREEN TREE STORAGE438 Hwy. 54 W. • Plover

715-341-2252$1.00 - Day

DESIGN YOUR OWN TEE ONLINE

Call 715-341-5350

TREE SERVICE

1521 Porter Rd, Plover WI 54467 • Parish Members

Danny Gilchrist, DDS

Parish Member

Gilchrist Dental care 2964 Church Street • (715) 344-5280

www.gilchristdentalcare.com

BOSTON FUNERAL HOME

Since 1888Nate & Amy Boston - Parish Members (715) 344-4223

Locally Owned and Operated for over 60 Years

NOW A FOURTH GENERATION COMPANY

715.344.0727901 Clark St., Stevens Point, WI

Security | Fire | Camera Surveillance and Access Control

800-344-7012 715-344-7002

FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED NO JOB TOO LARGE OR TOO SMALL

Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerFamily Restaurant

200 Division St. • Stevens Point, WI(715) 341-2266

Open 7 Days a Week 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.CARRY-OUTS • Your Hosts: Peter

COOPER OIL AND COOPER PROPANE LLC We accept BP cash cards (Scrip) for payment

2172 Prairie Street, P.O. Box 165 Stevens Point, WI 54481

Phone: 715-344-9132 Toll Free: 1-800-344-9132

More Than Your Accountant,Your Personal Business Advisor

Tom Klismith, Parish Member

www.klismithcpas.com 715-341-CPAS

Contact Dan Stone to place an ad today! [email protected] or (800) 950-9952 x2607

Wisconsin

CatholicMatch.com/WI

Dave’s Body Shop “Often Imitated, Never Duplicated!”

ALL WORK GUARANTEED • FREE ESTIMATES Owner: Dave Suchon

825 Park St., Stevens Point, WI 54481 • 715-345-1224

►Loaner Cars Available

Central State Electric Corporation Quality Electrical Work at Competitive Prices

[email protected] 3017 E Hoover Road • Stevens Point, WI 54481

Phone: (715) 341-2762 • Fax: (715) 295-0429 • Cell: (715) 498-9741

Complete Auto Repair and Maintenance715-344-8169 | Stevens Point, WI

SERVING NATURAL & HEALTHY FOODS1059 Main St. • Downtown Stevens Point

341-1133 • thewoodenchairstevenspoint.com

EXPRESS RECYCLINGSolutions Inc.

WI Rapids: 715-423-4999 Stevens Point: 715-342-9999

www.expressrecycling.bizParish Member New Grand Rapids Location

2801 Stanley St., Stevens Point (715) 544-6612

Serving Breakfast

Lunch Dinner

$1 OFF a Purchase of $7 or More.Open Daily

at 6am

www.silvercoachrestaurant.com 38 Park Ridge Dr. - Stevens Point, WI (715) 341-6588

1/2 Mile West of I-39 & Hwy 66/Hwy 10 Interchange

Foster Families for Siblings

Children living in foster care deserve to remain with their siblings, rather than be split between different foster homes.For a FREE information packet about becoming a foster family, contact: Danita Docka, Portage County Health & Human Services (715) 345-5913

Heavy Duty Wrecker Service 715-344-3836

BUSINESS HWY 51, PLOVER, WI 54467

• Orthopedics • Sports Medicine

• Pain Management • Walk-In Care

• Physical Therapy • Worker’s Compensation

bonejoint.net 1767 Park Ave – Plover

Brian Suchowski3725 Patch Street ~ Stevens Point, WI 54481

715-344-5297 • www.premierautobodyandservice.com Your Complete Auto Repair Center

Retirement: Ready or not. Ready is better.Jeff Hohn, CFP®, AAMS®

Financial Advisor, Parish Member3040 Village Park Drive • Plover, WI 54467

715-342-1116

www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC

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