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Mission Statement: We, the people of St. Vincent de Paul Parish, are called by the Spirit to be Christ to one another & an expression of His love as a faith-filled community. We believe that: God has called us to a covenant relationship with Him to live lives of justice & charity. Love of God & neighbor is essential to our faith.

The gift of Baptism in Christ calls us to be His disciples & gives us the power to do God’s work. We have a responsibility to worship, proclaim, educate, & serve.

PASTOR

Fr. Jerome Patric 608 / 317 - 3514

LITURGY COORDINATOR

Karen Shirek 715/459 - 7783 Email : de_bussey@hotmail.com L^AY M^INISTER

John Sweeney, Jr. 715/424 - 2897 S^CHOOL P^RINCIPAL

Pam Fochs 715 / 422 - 0960 Mary Jo Sigourney 715 / 572 - 9748

Email: stvinred@gmail.com

OFFICE HOURS:

Mon & Tues. 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Wed & Thurs. 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Phone 715 / 423 - 2111 Email stvin@wctc.net

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Confessions - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday Mass – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses – 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

Deanery Mass - St. Lawrence - 5:00 p.m.

W^EEKDAYS

Monday—Communion Prayer Service Tuesday – 5:00 p.m. Mass Wednesday—8:00 a.m. Mass

Thursday—8:00 a.m. Mass Friday—8:00 a.m. Mass

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May 9, 2021 Sixth Sunday of Easter Vol. 66, No. 19

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Responsorial Psalm The Lord has revealed to the nations

his saving power, his saving power.

Readings for the week of May 9, 2021

Sunday: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48/Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4 [cf. 2b]/1 Jn 4:710/ Jn 15:9-17

Monday: Acts 16:11-15/Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 15:26— 16:4a

Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8 [7c]/Jn 16:5- Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22—18:1/Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14/Jn16:12-15 11 Thursday: Acts 18:1-8/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [cf. 2b]/Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Ps 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [8]/Jn

15:9-17

Saturday: Acts 18:23-28/Ps 47:2-3, 8-10, 10 [8a]/Jn 16:23b-28 Next Sunday: Ascension: Acts 1:1-11/Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 [6]/Eph 1:17

-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13/Mk 16:15-20

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READINGS May 9^th ~ May 16^th

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Servers :

Sat. 5:00 p.m. Need 2 Volunteers Sun. 8:00 a.m. Need 2 Volunteers 10:00 a.m. Need 2 Volunteers Lectors:

Sat. 5:00 p.m. Barb Anderson Sun. 8:00 a.m Kathy Strope 10:00 a.m. Pat Bielski Eucharistic Ministers:

Sat. 5:00 p.m. Louise Halvorson, Diane Wanta Greg & Sally Stelmacher

Sun. 8:00 a.m. Carol Studzinski, Dennis Pribbenow, Jean Drewiske, Karen Forst

10:00 a.m. Mary Wolosek, Barb Trickle, Janet Santoski Need 1 Volunteer

Musicians:

Sat. 5:00 p.m. Need Volunteers

Sun. 8:00 a.m. Joanie Moscinski & Dianne H./MK Siewert 10:00 a.m. Becky Gudelis & Katie Medina/Janice Bielski Ushers:

Sat. 5:00 p.m. Darrel Anderson, Greg Hellner, &

Lance Schroeder

Sun. 8:00 a.m. Don Drewiske, Richard See, & Len Zellner 10:00 a.m. Pete Gudelis, Juan Medina, &

Ken Apfelbeck

Greeters: No Greeters needed at this time Video Taping: Scott Sigourney

MAY 9^TH SIXTH SUNDAYOF EASTER

“Remain in my love,” and, “I call you friends,” are powerful words that are found in John’s Gospel. Most of us probably

have them committed to memory or have at least heard them proclaimed dozens of times. They are words that can easily become trite and quickly glossed over without fully pondering and digesting their profound beauty. When we take the time to immerse ourselves in them, they can radically change our lives and our relationships. They can open up new doors of adventure and hold countless possibilities for meaning. The essence of love and friendship are things that can easily be taken for granted. They have always been there and are a significant part of our lives. Many would say that they could not live without love and friendship, and they put a great deal of care into preserving, deepening and sustaining them. Love and friendship share a mutual relationship with each other that deserves more reflection.

Where does love come from? We can consider relationships that have not succeeded and conclude that they were somehow due to our “failures in love.”

In doing so, we assume that human beings are the ones responsible for love, its success and also its failure. While our weakness, emotional composition and sinfulness can easily impact our ability to love, its origin is not human. God is love. God is love’s author and origin. When we love, it is God who loves in and through us. It is because of this divine closeness that Jesus is able to call us friends! It is not because of anything we have done but simply because of who we are. Realizing and contemplating this awesome reality becomes a game changer across the board. It gives us reason to clear the table of anything that can adversely affect the way we love so that we can open the door for its author to shine forth.

Coming upon this truth is what leads folks like St. Francis of Assisi to leave that which is comfortable and worldly and live a radical life. They relate with the love of God that radiates in and through all living things and appreciate their sacredness. It was having an intimate experience of God’s love and friendship that propelled St. Francis and others to embrace simplicity, act nonviolently, pursue humility, love enemies, care for the earth and open up avenues for true justice. Understanding this profound truth will also help us find peaceful solutions to world’s problems, restore relationships with our sisters and brothers, bring the grace of loving stewardship to creation and heal many wounds. Once we begin to see how wonderfully holy all of life really is, we discover joy. We lose our need for fear, develop a fierce fortitude, act prudently and seek justice. There is great power in love because it comes from God. It will never fail. It also enjoys the company of two other friends who are eager to become our friends as well: faith and hope. These are just as important to have and to share. May God bless you all !!

For May 8^th ~ May 16^th

Saturday 5:00 p.m. † Jim Hahner Sunday 8:00 a.m. † Carol Jonas 10:00 a.m. † Vicky Policht

Monday 8:00 a.m. Communion Prayer Service Tuesday 5:00 p.m. † Marvin & Yvonne Bauer Wednesday 8:00 a.m. For All Parishioners {School Mass} 9:00 a.m. † Dan Peters

Thursday 8:00 a.m. † Mary Ruesch Friday 8:00 a.m. For All Parishioners Saturday 5:00 p.m. † Shawn Hamus

Sunday 8:00 a.m. † Arnie & Georgia Strope 10:00 a.m. † Norb Santoski

L ^ITURGICAL S ^CHEDULE

S ^ACRAMENTAL L ^IFE

D ^ATES & E ^VENTS

Pre-Baptism Sessions

Baptisms

Communion to the Homebound

Confessions

Emergency Sick Calls

Eucharistic Adoration – The Marian Center for Peace

Located at 241 Apricot St, Wisc. Rapids on the grounds of Saints Peter and Paul parish.

Marriages

A Marriage Preparation Program will need to be attended, the next Date: June 12, 2021 (9a.m.-6p.m.). Cost: $65. To register call Mary Jo Sigourney, St. Vincent de Paul, 715-572-9748 or email:

stvinred@gmail.com

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Rides to Mass

St. Vincent de Paul Prayer Chain

The Neighborhood Table

Visits to Homebound

Wisconsin Rapids Community Media

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Tuesday, May 11

at 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria

We look forward to getting together again!

Please wear a mask. New members are welcome!

News from our Parish volunteer representative, Ann See, for SWEPS {South Wood County Emerging Pantry Shelf}…. SWEPS’ needs are ongoing, so food and monetary donations are continuously & graciously appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering some time, SWEPS is grateful for your support, too.

Thank you again for your continued support Ann See, SVdP Volunteer Rep.

Patricia Barton, SWEPS Assistant Operations Mgr.

Thomas Devine

{July 5, 1966 ~ February 2, 2021}

of Chugiak, Alaska ~ formerly Wisconsin Rapids, WI Beloved Son of ~ Marilyn Devine &

the late Clarence “Andy” Devine Husband of ~ Cinda (Lange) Dad of ~ Allison, Lauren & Victoria Brother of ~ John (Terri), Jim (Mary), Larry (Kathryn), and Dan (Lori) Devine

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D ^ATES & E ^VENTS

P ^ARISH L ^IFE

Due to CoVid-19, the S!"!#$%& G"$!' S())*"% G"*() will suspend monthly meetings until it is safe to meet in person. Meanwhile, for some of us, grief continues.

If you are experiencing a loss and would like to connect with someone, please contact the parish office {715/423-2111}. A spiritual leader will be in touch with you. Stay well and safe until we are able to meet again.

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May 2^nd, 2021

The Haiti Twin Parish Ministry would like to express their gratitude to the Parish Community for enabling a donation of $ 10,000 to be wired to St. Joseph in Bonneau, Haiti via the Diocesan SPOF Missions Office.

Fr. Woodrow Pace, Director of the Missions Office, informed the Ministry that an anonymous donation of

$1,500 was donated (in conjuction with our Parish contribution) to St. Joseph. This is a wonderful gift to share with our Twin Parish -- many blessings to all.

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Sunday, May 2^nd, 2021

Adult Envelopes $ 6,849.00

Offertory Plate $ 209.00

Children’s Basket $ 0.00

TOTAL $ 7,058.00

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, 2021

GOAL

$ 85,350

TOTAL PLEDGED & RECEIVED $ 58,485 68.52 % of GOAL AMOUNT RECEIVEDAT DIOCESE $ 57,700 67.60 % of GOAL NUMBEROF DONORS 208 32.10 % of Active Parish Households

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May 21^{st :} Mass 8:00 AM ~ Our Lady Queen of Heaven Board Meeting 11:15 AM

Lunch Meeting 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM @ SSPP Guest Speaker: TBD

June 26^th : Priestly Ordination July 25^th : Priests for Tomorrow

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Theme : “Living in Joyful Hope “ Presenter : Mrs. Jennifer Christ

Retreat Fee : $ 265/person includes room, board, & materials;

a $ 50 non-refundable deposit is the required reservation, and balance due during the check-in/arrival process

To register for Retreats :

Phone : 262/567-6900 Email : rrc@redemptoristretreat.org Address : 1800 N. Timber Trail Lane

Oconomowoc, WI 53066

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Saturday, May 15^th 9 a.m. to 12 Noon Rain Date : Saturday, May 22^nd Bring your rakes, work gloves, mowers, trimmers, trash bags, & a smile to help us in our cemetery Spring cleanup.

Afterwards there will be a cookout.

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May 10^th: Fourth Degree outside meeting at

Our Lady Queen of Heaven. The meeting will take place at 1:30 pm and will be held outside next to the garage behind the church. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be cancelled and rescheduled.

Please bring a chair and wear a mask.

Mission Statement: to inspire excellence and personal growth grounded in Catholic principles and tradition.

From the desk of Mrs. Gudelis :

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers.

Here is our prayer for you!

Thinking of you on Mother’s day, and saying a special prayer, that God,

who knows how dear you are, will keep you in His care.

That He will bless your daily life with joys of every kind.

With perfect health and happiness, and peace of heart and mind.

Cora Ann Bragg Greyson Timothy Desorcy

Gabriel Michael Ferreira Ainsely Rae Jackson Parker David Johnson

Caleb Arthur Koskela Mila Ann Minarcin Marly Jane Scheunemann

Ian Christopher Sherman Jauston Harlan Sutherland

Wyatt Lee Weisenfeld

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$ 13,900 in cash prizes, including a $ 5,000 grand prize, and a $ 3,000 grand prize.

Suggested donation - $ 100 ~ only 550 tickets available.

Drawing on Sunday, May 9^th at approximately 5 p.m.

in the Assumption H.S. Gym

Need not be present to win. Confirmation of entry will be provided. An entry form is available by contacting Bob Birkhauser at 715/422-0915 {W}, 715/213-4387 {C}, or 715/886-3158 {H}.

Return entry and donation to :

Assumption High School Athletic Dept

445 Chestnut Street Wisc. Rapids, WI 54494 From the desk of President Dan Minter ...

Happy May, a month to honor our Mother in Heaven and all mothers here on earth,

We are nearing the end of the school year and wish to express our thanks for the support and prayers you have given us this year. 2020-21 was unlike any other school year, but thanks to the combined efforts of staff, students, families, and supporters we were able to successfully offer in person instruction as our primary mode this year.

Most of our Spring concerts will be virtual and links will be posted to the website as they are done. There is one in-person event scheduled, the 4^th – 12^th grade bands will host a concert at Robinson Park at 3 PM on May 9^th. If you are looking for something else to do on Mother’s Day, come out, enjoy some fresh air and good music.

Spring sports are up and running. Schedules are on the website.

Spectators are allowed as the events are outdoors. We have track, baseball, softball, golf, and soccer going on. Come cheer on the ROYALS this spring.

From May 1^st – 31^st, we are hosting an online fund raiser – Tiny Saints is offering us a 25% rebate on all purchases. The link will be posted to our website. You can also go to Tinysaints.com and on the fundraising tab, search for Assumption Catholic Schools. They make great gifts for special people in your life. May God continue to bless each of you.

In Christ’s Peace,

Daniel Minter, President ~ Assumption Catholic Schools 445 Chestnut St., Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715/422 - 0902 dminter@assumptioncatholicschools.org

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SWETZ OIL

BULK GASOLINE • DIESEL FUEL & FUEL OIL Quality Conoco Motor Oil,

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BUSHMAN

MASONRY & CONCRETE (Mark, Chad & Ernie)

BRICK-BLOCK-STONE-CONCRETE

1331 Two Mile Ave 424-1439

423-9750 423-8350 West Grand Ave. Baker Drive

Family Service, Caring, and Trust for All Faiths 2201 Chestnut Street, Wisconsin Rapids

Since 1953

715-423-5460

GRAY’S SERVICE

Scott Gray, Owner

$5OFF OIL CHANGE

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm • Sat 8am-1pm 621 Pepper Ave., Wis. Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-7744

REPAIR AUTO

(715) 423-8100

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Nick Michels and Sons INC

Established in 1946

Commercial • Industrial • Roofing Contractors

886-3551 • Fax: 886-3966

PO BOX 127- NEKOOSA Union Member • Member NRCA - MRCA

K & W GLASS

Glass Of All Kinds Windows Remodeled Or

Replaced Sashes Custom Fit In Shop Or At Home Service 131 3rd St. N. 423-5450

Ritchay Funeral Home

1950 12th St. South 423-1414

CHERI SCHLACHTER Wisconsin Rapids

715-423-6220

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tmaakestad@4LPi.com or (800) 950-9952 x5858

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Locally Owned Residential & Commercial

24 Years in Business!

715-451-2783 1500 Pepper Ave, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Progressive Lawn Care Summit Snow Removal and

Commercial and ResidentialLLC

Brad Tork (715) 572-8530

3320 Engel Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495