Fourth Sunday of Easter
May 3, 2020
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Message from our Pastor, Father Phil Reifenberg
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Dear Parishioners,
All of the Church-related things that were supposed to happen this Spring:
- Last Saturday’s 2020 New Evangelization Summit
- First Communion at SJB last Sunday
- First Communion at STA this Saturday
- Spring Assembly of Priests at the Abbey in Fontana (Walworth County) on May 4-6
- The Fifth Anniversary of the Archdiocesan Synod on May 30, the Vigil of the Feast of Pentecost
- SJB Grade School Graduation on June 9
Of course, First Communions and graduation will be re-scheduled for after the “Rule of 10” has been lifted and we can resume holding larger assemblies in Church. The Synod Anniversary has been re-scheduled for early December; the Spring Assembly of Priests will be combined in an enhanced one-day Fall Assembly to happen in September. The New Evangelization Summit was held in an abbreviated on-line virtual format.
We’ve only had to postpone one wedding ceremony. Although we have suffered fewer deaths of parishioners over the last couple of months than one might have normally anticipated, funeral services in those instances had to be restricted to the immediate family in order to conform to the “Rule of 10.” There is a possibility that we will be able to conduct Memorial Masses for these parishioners later in the year once restrictions on gatherings in Church have been relaxed.
Late this past week, Archbishop Listecki issued a draft of “Directives, Guidelines and Considerations for Returning to Mass” that will help shape Catholic parishes’ practices once Governor Evers’ Executive Order expires on May 26. I will attempt to summarize these things in next week’s bulletin.
One event, however, that I had hoped to start publicizing this week was the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, May 17, at which Father Alan Jurkus was to be the principal celebrant to mark the 50th Anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. Because we will still be operating under the “Rule of 10” on that weekend, we are postponing Fr. Alan’s celebration until things return to a more “normal” state later in the Year. Please see his own message elsewhere in the SJB bulletin. But please don’t let this stop you from sending a congratulatory card or letter to him to mark his anniversary on May 23rd; his address is: 5435 Morningside Lane, Greenfield, WI 53221.
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Fr. Philip D. Reifenberg, Pastor
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Fr. Alan Jurkus - St. John the Baptist Pastor 1970 - 1975
Celebrating 50th Anniversary of Ordination!
As we navigate these unprecedented times each of us has have to make many changes and adjustments in our plans. It’s the same with me. I had hoped to be able to return and celebrate a Mass of thanksgiving on my 50th anniversary of ordination this May. It now looks like this will need to be rescheduled to a later time.
St John's was my first assignment as a newly ordained priest. I arrived in June 1970 and spent 5 great years with you. It’s been said a priest’s first assignment is his first love. That is certainly true for me! I continue to cherish all the memories and experiences. These are treasures indeed. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I hope that we will be able to gather for a Mass of Thanksgiving when times and regulations permit.
“Fr. Al” - Fr. Alan Jurkus
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Father Phil continues to offer Mass privately for our requested intentions. Please keep our parish Mass Intentions in your daily prayers as well.
Contact the Parish Office at 892-4006 to request a Mass Intention or request to
attend a scheduled Mass.
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Saturday, May 2
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Denis Wirtz
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Jerry Hoerres
Sunday, May 3
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Donald Schroeder
Monday, May 4
Intention of Flood Family
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Peter Glenboski
Tuesday, May 5
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Martin, Lorraine, and
Michael Hetzel
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Willard and Margaret Blanke
Thursday, May 7
Al and Vivian Miller 65th Wedding Anniversary
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Even if you’ve never prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy before, please join us as we pray for those dying from COVID-19. This beautiful and powerful intercessory prayer is prayed using ordinary Rosary beads, and the text of the Chaplet will be included in the livestream post to make following along simple. Join us on
SJB's Facebook
on Wednesday mornings at 8:30am!
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A Facebook account is not necessary to participate. If a pop-up prompts you to log in, simply select “Not Now ” and you’ll be able to view the livestream.
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SJB Concessions at Road America - UPDATE
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We look forward to starting our 65th year in partnership with Road America!
It has been exciting to watch the progress on the newly constructed concession stand. While we do not know for certain when this race season will actually begin or how fan attendance will develop, we have begun preparing for our part of the new season.
READ MORE
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From the Youth Faith Formation Director, Amy Albers
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SJB Faith Formation Registration 2020-2021
It’s that time of year again! Faith Formation Registration is open for next school year. The Youth Faith Formation Program at SJB is open to students in 1st – 11th grade. During Faith Formation your child will prepare for the sacraments and continue his/her faith formation. Our program is designed to take each student on a journey toward a deeper understanding of Catholic religious beliefs and traditions.
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Thank you to Nancy Kultgen
SJB Faith Formation would like to thank Nancy Kultgen for 13 years of service to our parish. Nancy was the administrative assistant for the department. We wish her the best in her future endeavors. God Bless!
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Digital Catholic Resources for Children
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Children Celebrate!
Liturgy of the Word
To help families stay connected to the Eucharist when they cannot attend Mass, Pflaum Publishing Group is offering a
FREE digital version of their weekly pamphlets.
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Take Out:
Family Faith on the Go
A one-of-a-kind combination activity guide and support tool for busy families.
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Magnificat
MagnifiKid
An ideal spiritual guide to the Mass for Children ages 6-12. Now available digitally.
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The Welcome Table and St. John Lutheran - Free Meal
On Tuesday, May 5, St. John Lutheran is providing a complimentary "grab and go" brat fry meal consisting of a brat, beans and chips. Call St. John Lutheran at 893-3071 to reserve a meal. The deadline to call is May 4th by noon. Pickup is at St. John Lutheran's gym entrance from 5:30-6:30 pm.
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Spring Cemetery Clean-up
Spring cleaning at the cemetery is complete. Please check the northeast corner of the cemetery shed for items that were moved for cleaning (wreaths & holders, extra solar lights, Easter decorations, etc.). Spring /summer decorations may be placed beginning May 1. We ask that families be mindful of the cemetery rules, which are also posted on the door of the shed. These regulations are in place to limit interference with the cemetery’s lawn care and maintenance procedures. We also wish to avoid hazards and inadvertent damage to decorations. We strive to maintain a pleasant cemetery environment and appreciate your cooperation in our efforts.
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From the School Principal, Amy Nelson
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SJB School Highlights
- Flexible Preschool (3k & 4K) schedule
- Before & After School Childcare
- Faith-centered environment
- Dedicated and caring staff
- Learning Support - both remedial and enrichment
- Foreign Language – Kindergarten - 8th
- Project Lead the Way school
- STEM programs
- Fine Arts - including drama
- Middle School Exploratory options
- Variety of Extracurricular programs
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Looking Forward to the
2020 - 2021 School Year!
As you already know, there are many benefits of attending St. John the Baptist School. Watch the video and enjoy a get a sneak peek of some of the "Wows" shared by our teaching staff.
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Please join us on Wednesday, May 13 at 3:00 on the School's Facebook page for a live-streamed May Crowning ceremony, social-distance style! The crowning of statues of Mary during the month of May is a popular form of devotion among Catholics in the United States. Mary always points us to her son Jesus, the source of her strength. In crowning her statue, we honor Mary as the Queen of Heaven as well as a disciple of Jesus. Although we cannot gather in person this year, we will continue SJB's tradition of a May Crowning, making it available by live-stream. The second grade students will present flowers outside to Mary. Helena Erdly, the Student Council president, will crown Mary.
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Resources From the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
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Step Out Stronger | Leave Quarantine Closer to Christ
Our days in isolation will come to an end. When they do, will you emerge weaker or stronger? Choose to use May in order to come out stronger. In these 30 days, rather than dwelling on what we might be missing, we’re focusing on Jesus, giving one percent of each day in prayer and completing a simple daily action to grow in love for God and neighbor. Find out more information and register
CLICK HERE.
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Pause & Pray | Virtual Daily Prayer for Women
This is a time of busy-ness and boredom, loneliness and laziness. Our routines are disrupted. We experience uncertainty. We see the blessings of this extended time of staying at home and we meet new challenges. But we know that now, more than ever, we need Jesus. If amid all the change you are struggling in your prayer life, you are not alone. Join us each weekday at 2 pm via Zoom for 15 minutes of prayer. Slip away by yourself if you can. If you can’t, put it on in the background or watch the recording. We want to pray for you and with you. Please come along on this journey with us. Please register
HERE
to receive the information.
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Sacramental Celebrations
Anointing of the Sick
Contact the Parish Office
Baptism
Contact the Parish Office to
schedule a private Mass.
Reconciliation
2nd and 4th Saturday from 9:30-11 am
in the Reconciliation Room.
Marriage
Contact Father Phil no later than six
months prior to day of the wedding.
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Church Hours for Private Prayer
Mon., Tues., Thurs.
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday
/ Closed
Friday
/ 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Parish Support
We sincerely appreciate any and all financial support
from our SJB parishioners and friends.
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