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the Catholic Community of Manistee, are committed to knowing
and proclaiming Christ, living as He calls us to live, and reaching out in love to all.
Mission Statement: We,
Catholic Community of Manistee
Twenty - Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 5, 2014
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A Community of Believers of One Heart and Mind. ~Acts 4:32
who are marginalized, uprooted and oppressed.
What can be done to prevent this? We must draw
close to Jesus in prayer and in the sacraments. We
must ask the Lord for the grace to see ourselves and
others as he sees us - as masterpieces of his creation.
When God created each of us, he did so with precision
and purpose, and he looks on each of us with love
that cannot be outdone in intensity or tenderness. We
must look at ourselves and at others in light of this truth
and treat all people with the reverence and respect
which is due.
My dear friends in Christ:
Pope Francis has captivated the world with his humility,
warmth and compassion for each person. Vivid accounts
of his tenderness for “the least of these” - the elderly,
the imprisoned, those with disfiguring disabilities, the
unborn, and many more - seize our attention. Why?
At the heart of each of these interactions is a truth which
resonates in our hearts, revealing to us something
essential to understanding ourselves and our purpose.
We are loved.
In his 2013 Day for Life Greeting, Pope Francis conveyed
that “even the weakest and most vulnerable, the sick,
the old, the unborn and the poor, are masterpieces of
God’s creation, made in his own image, destined to
live forever, and deserving of the utmost reverence
and respect.” We see Pope Francis living out the truth
of these words in his actions.
We want to be part of a society that makes affirmation
and protection of human rights its primary objective
and its boast. Yet to women faced with an unexpected
pregnancy, abortion is often presented as their only
“choice.” A large percentage of children pre-diagnosed
as having Down syndrome are never given the chance
to live outside their mothers’ wombs. Elderly members
of our families fear they will become burdensome and
seek physician assisted suicide. We see these and
many more of our brothers and sisters pushed to the
periphery.
These tragedies go directly against respect for life, and
they represent a direct threat to the entire culture of
human rights. Rather than societies of “people living
together,” our cities risk becoming societies of people
The Church’s antidote to an individualism which
threatens the respect for human dignity is community
and solidarity. Are we moved by the suffering of those
without shelter? Do we seek to alleviate the fear,
confusion and panic that women facing unexpected
pregnancies may be experiencing? Do our hearts ache
for elderly patients in nursing homes who feel abandoned
and unwanted, having no one to visit them?
Our mission is to show each person the love of Christ.
As uniquely created individuals, we each have unique
gifts which we are called to use to share Christ’s love.
We are continually given opportunities to do so in our
interactions with the cashier at the grocery store, our
spouses, children, friends and even the people we
encounter in traffic. Each of these moments is valuable
beyond our realization. We may never know how much
a simple gesture of compassion may affect someone’s
life.
As the 2014 Respect Life Program begins, let us take
a moment to reflect on the theme, “Each of Us is a
Masterpiece of God’s Creation,” and how this truth
affects both our understanding of ourselves and
others and the way we live. Pastoral and educational
resources of the program can be found at
www.usccb.org/respectlife.
Although we set aside October to particularly pray for
respect for all human life, let us never cease this urgent
work. I’m grateful to the many parishes and schools
nationwide which participate in the program during
October, Respect Life Month, and throughout the year.
Love and justice must motivate each of us to work for
a transformation of our own hearts so that we can
transform the world around us. This is the message of
Pope Francis. May the Risen Lord put the Gospel of
joy in our hearts so that we may bear witness to the
greatest love story ever told.
Cardinal Seán P. O'Malley, O.F.M. Cap.
Chairman, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities
TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
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Mass Schedule this Week
First Saturday, October 4 Saint Francis of Assisi
4:00 pm
Mass (SJ) - For the living and deceased of
the Catholic Community of Manistee
6:00 pm
Mass (SJ) - † Christy Cabot Wood
October 5 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:30 am
Mass (SJ) - † Frank St. Martin (An.)
9:30 am
Mass (SJ) - Bulletin Memorial
11:30 am
Mass (SJ) - † Gertrude & Hershey
Bracieszewski
Monday, October 6
9:00 am
Mass (SJ) - † Esther (An.) & Roy Cabot
(Family)
7:00 pm
Mass [Columbus Day] (SJ) - † Fred Eroh
(Knights of Columbus Council 853)
Tuesday, October 7 Our Lady of the Rosary
1:30 pm
Mass (Homecoming/MCC gym) - In Honor
of Fr. Rich Bartoszek on his 25th An. of
Ordination (David and Mary Lou Rozmarek)
2:00 pm
Mass (Medical Care) - † Alex and Eleanore
Wresinski & Melissa (Mel and Linda Kruse)
Wednesday, October 8
9:00 am
Mass (SJ) - † Leona Grabowski (1st An. 10/7)
(Helen Merkey & Family)
5:15 pm
Mass (SJ Chapel) - † William & Isabelle
Malenowski (Eroh Family)
Thursday, October 9
9:00 am
Mass (SJ) - † Conrad Adamski (Dean &
Marlene Kruse)
Friday, October 10
9:00 am
Mass (SJ) - † Buzzy Racine (Keith & Carole
Appicelli)
Saturday, October 11
4:00 pm
Mass (SJ) - † Ruth Niesen (Ken & Jane Olen)
6:00 pm
Mass (SJ) - For the living and deceased of
the Catholic Community of Manistee
October 12 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:30 am
Mass (SJ) - † Barbara Bajtka (David Bajtka,
Edward & Joyce Bajtka)
8:00 am
TV Mass for the Homebound from Gaylord
Cable Channel 3 (Fox 32)
9:30 am
Mass (SJ) - † Pat Miehlke (Don & Bev
Swidorski)
11:30 am
Mass (SJ) - † Bill Markham (1st An. 10/9)
(Jim, Merri, Pam, Dan, Patrick & Holly)
OCTOBER 5, 2014
This Week in Our Community
Sunday, October 5
8:30-11:30 am SJ Men’s Club Breakfast Buffet (SJPC)
10:00-2:00 pm Fire Prevention Day (MCC)
Monday, October 6
2:00 pm
Catholic War Veterans (SJPC Library)
6:30 pm
MCCAA meeting (Saber Café)
Tuesday, October 7
3:15-5:15 pm MCC Paper Recycle/Bottle & Can Drop Off
4:00-7:00 pm Spaghetti Dinner (MCC Saber Café)
5:30-7:00 pm Community Table (SJPC)
5:45 pm
St. Mary Men’s Club (SJPC Lounge A)
6:00 pm
MCC Alumni Band Practice (MCC)
6:15 pm
Pinochle (SJPC lower level lounge)
6:30 pm
Perpetual Help Novena (SJ)
7:00-9:00 pm Grief Recovery Series (CCM Office Prayer)
8:00 pm
MCC Homecoming Bonfire
Wednesday, October 8
6:00 pm
Folk Choir Practice (SJ)
6:15-7:30 pm Faith Formation (Pre-9th Grade) (SJPC)
7:00 pm
Choir Practice (SJ Choir Loft)
Thursday, October 9
8:30 am
Matthew 25:35 Food Pantry Set Up
(SJPC Lower Level)
3:00-4:30 pm Exploring the Scriptures (CCM Office)
3:15-5:15 pm Paper Recycle / Bottle & Can Drop Off
(MCC - Paper Truck)
7:00 pm
Children of Light Prayer Group (SJ)
Friday, October 10
MAPS - 1/2 day of school (dismiss 11:30)
10:00-Noon
Matthew 25:35 Food Pantry Distribution
(SJPC Lower Level)
Noon-1:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation (SJ)
4:30 pm
MCC Homecoming Parade (Downtown)
Pep Assembly & Tailgate Picnic
(Following parade - MCC)
7:00 pm
MCC Homecoming Football Game
(Saber Stadium)
Saturday, October 11
10:00-1:00
Paper Recycle / Bottle & Can Drop Off
(MCC - Paper Truck)
5:30 pm
Pinochle (SJPC lower level lounge)
Sunday, October 12
7:00-8:00 pm Parish Mission (SJ)
Fellowship following (SJPC)
Key Code: MCC - Manistee Catholic Central; SJ - St. Joseph Church;
SJ CLOW - Room in St. Joseph Church basement; SJPC - St. Joseph Parish Center
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WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
World Mission Sunday, October 18-19, is all about
asking for your generous support of our Catholic
Church’s endeavors to spread the message of Jesus
Christ throughout the world. It is about reminding us
to pray with and for, take an interest in, and financially
support our church’s missionaries and their communities
especially in the poorest regions of the world. Envelopes
can be found in your box of contribution envelopes or
at the entrances of the church.
With Deepest Sympathy
In your kindness and prayers, please remember the souls
of Anthony Sprader, who passed away September 25;
Sally Schubert, who passed away September 26; and
Genevieve Wisneski, who passed away September 27.
May they now enjoy the great blessings of eternal life.
May their family and friends experience God’s consoling
presence during this time of loss.
Thank You!!
The Family of Roy “Stretch” Bukowski would like to
thank everyone for their overwhelming support and
prayers. We feel truly blessed to have been comforted
by the Catholic Community of Manistee. The genuine
compassion and consolation shown to us by Father
McCracken was far greater than anyone could have
imagined and we will be forever grateful. We especially
want to thank Ryan McCauslin, Pam Janowiak and
the CCM choir for their angelic music. Special thanks
to altar server Richard Swidorski, lector Sandy Cabot
and Eucharistic Ministers Rosemary Swidorski and
Hugh O’Hagan for participating in the beautiful funeral
Mass. Thank you to the United Veterans Council Ritual
Team for their impressive patriotic service. Also, thank
you to those who donated desserts, and the luncheon
committee who volunteered their time to prepare and
serve a delicious luncheon for our family and friends.
A special thank you to Paul Kubacki and the Herbert
Funeral Home for their professional guidance. A sincere
thank you to all whose kindness and support helped
us during this difficult time.
The Family of Thomas Lijewski would like to thank
the Catholic Community of Manistee, especially Fr. John,
Fr. Chet, Fr. Rubén Muñoz and Fr. Peter Wigton, for
the Funeral Mass. Father Chet’s homily touched on
Tom’s life in so many ways. Organist Ryan McCauslin
and the choir provided beautiful music; the luncheon
staff served a delicious meal. Your caring helped during
this difficult time and gave Tom a glorious farewell. The
staff of the Oak Grove Funeral Home helped make
this entire experience so comforting. Thank you to all.
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Sanctuary Lamp
October 5 - 11 at St. Joseph Church
In Loving Memory of Bernard Wilson
Requested by his Wife and Family
October 5 - 11 at Manistee Catholic Central
In Loving Memory of Noble Holmes
Requested by Dave and Darlene Petersen
Celebrating Our Parishioners
Happy Anniversary!!
10/5 - David & Mary Lou Rozmarek (40th), Tom &
Carol Shively (31st), Michael & Connie Marzinski (29th),
and Brian & Kathy Harrigan (18th)
10/6 - Hugh & Patricia O’Hagan (52nd), Steve & Mary
Dontz (35th), and Scott & Rebecca Skiera (13th)
10/7 - Jim & Sharon Edmondson (53rd), Charles &
Dorothy Schindler (53rd), Dennis & Evelyn Boyle (47th),
David & Cynthia Russell (36th), Kevin & Dursa Marshall
(14th), and Chris & Karen Beldo (8th)
10/8 - James & Donna Beaudrie (37th), Mike & Karen
Feliczak (20th), Anthony & Janelle Blossingham (9th),
and Jacob & Jamie Charette (3rd)
10/9 - Mark & Lori Sniegowski (21st)
10/10 - Wayne & Betty Janicki (50th), Scott & Samantha
Van Aelst (16th), and Ken & Jonda Schwass (16th)
10/11 - Dan & Donna Korzeniewski (34th), Roy &
Nicole Anciso (5th), and Cyril & Ellen Kosmowski (1st)
Happy Birthday!!
10/5 - Tudie Rulison, Kathy Skiera, Estefana Edgington,
Sharon Muszynski, Vince Modjeski, Madison Miller (16),
& Allie Zimmerman (16)
10/6 - Arlene Edens, Roger Schrader, Robert Baker,
Kim Engstrom, Erv Kowalski Jr., & Tamara Jackoviak
10/7 - Mary Tarczon, Barbara Lynn, Alice Bottrell,
Paula Gentz, Tom Jans, Rosemarie Veine, Philip
Guzikowski, & Chase Swidorski (16)
10/8 - Clifford Kaminski, Florence Clement, Ken Olen,
Mary Skocelas, Arlene Adamski, Roy Swiatlowski,
Mary Ann Nickleson, Pam Smuda, Amber Worch,
Nathan Jordan, & Kaytlin Heck (17)
10/9 - Minnie Zatarga, Patricia Schmidt, Marie Cabot,
Barbara Snay, Mark Anderson, John Lipa, Nicole
Shively, & Robert Sewell
10/10 - Paula Sarzynski, Marilyn Kliber, Terry Miller,
Mark Krusniak, Jason Janowiak, Betsy Neph, Taryn
Kempf (11), Tyler Whitman (8), & Sophie Witkowski (3)
10/11 - Mary Alice Hansen, Dan Ursum, Jane Fett,
Jane Tabaczka, Richard Kovar Jr., Joshua Brown,
Troy Skiera, & Christopher Buswinka
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Prayer Requests
Stewardship Report
Please remember in your prayers all the homebound, those who
are in the Medical Care, adult foster care homes, and those who
are ill. We have been asked to pray for: S.A., Betty Adamski,
Andy Anderson, Maren Balcer, Ronald Bauman, B.A.B., M.C.,
Landon Cameron, Betty Carboneau, Judy & Bernie Chapple,
Denise Dursum, Lorraine Feliczak, Rose Fortier, Jewelee Franklin,
Frances Granger, Alice Gregorski, John Helminiak, Dave Kaminski,
Donald Karas, Ervin & Ilene Kowalski, Mitch Lane, Lydia Loredo,
Selena Loredo, Stephen Loredo Jr., Alvin Madsen, Kay Majchrzak,
Brian McLaughlin, Marty Nelson Sr., Ed Niemiec, A.P., Marilyn
Perski, Sharon Peterson, Paul Pietrasik, Alice Plucinski, Michael
Romanik, Tudie Rulison, Carl Rutske, Marilyn Schrader, Stephanie
Sielski, D.H.S., Gary Sullivan, Roy Swiatlowski, Deb Swidorski,
Lois Symanski, Jo Etta Teevin, J.W., Michael Weber, Duane
Wagberg, T. Wood Family
September 27th & 28th:
Number of Envelopes Used
OCTOBER 5, 2014
531
Weekly Goal
$13,688.00
Weekly Contributions
$12,615.00
Amount Over (Short)
($1,073.00)
Year-to-Date Over (Short)
($1,854.72)
Names will remain on the list for one month. Please call with an
update.
Thank you to all who have “Let your light
shine" through giving to the 2014 Catholic
Services Appeal. To date, we have received
$143,230.25 in gifts/pledges, from 493
households, toward this year’s appeal
efforts. This amount equals 78% of our
goal. To help us achieve 100% participation, if you have not yet made a gift to the
CSA, please prayerfully consider doing so.
Please pray for all service men and women who are currently
serving in the military, especially: SSgt Heather Albright, PFC
Mitchell Anderson, Zane A. Balcer, SSgt Joshua Baranek, SRA
Tyler Bell USAF, LCpl Ben Blakeslee, Travis Bulerski, Special
Agent Kimberly Caban, LCDR Steven Chmielewski, AO Rachel
Colby USN, EMFN Brandi Coyle, SrA Dan Digna, CAPT Joseph
A. Duchon, 1st Lt. Adam C. Fix, Jamie Golembiewski USN, LTC
Albert T. Gorman, SSgt Dan Gutowski, MSGT Andrew Hallead,
FC2 Nathan R. Harju USN, Lt. Joseph Kedrowski, SSgt Tom
Korzeniewski, Lt. Nick Kroll, LTC Gary Kuczynski, Patrick Madden,
A1C Michael Miehlke, Sgt. Jaron Oleniczak, MSgt Jacob Olson,
Sgt 1st Class Jarod Perkioniemi, A1C Alan Potts, CPL Nathan
Rybicki, MSG Adam Schuessler, Lt. Luke Steinberg, Sgt. Tyler
Swidorski, SSgt Jeff Thorpe, MM2 Duane Ray Tiefenthal, MA-3
Jonathan Walter, CAPT Donald Worm USN
Liturgical Ministers for October 11th & 12th
Presider
Lector
Altar Servers
Eucharistic Ministers
10/11
4:00 pm
Fr. Chet
P. Potes
Volunteers
(H) G. Sielski, K. & G. Peters
(C) M. Campbell, A. Link, R. Wojciechowski
10/11
6:00 pm
Fr. John
S. Cabot
Volunteers
(H) J. Gamache (C) K. Oleniczak, M. Bolach,
P. Hanna, Volunteer
10/12
7:30 am
Fr. John
M. Krusniak
C. Wittlieff,
A. & L. Herberger
(H) R. Hogan, S. Linke (C) D. Pieczynski,
M. Herberger, R. Zwiefka, J. Treml
10/12
9:30 am
Fr. John
C. Smogoleski N. & B. Falk
(H) D. Kowalski, J. Maloney, E. Jud
(C) E. Kowalski, M. Jorgensen, M. Sorenson,
C. Steinberg
10/12
11:30 am
Fr. Chet
R. A. Wilkosz
(H) A. Crow, V. & D. Kuk (C) P. Kamaloski,
F. Patulski, N. Fortier, K. Skiera
N. & G. Antal,
C. Ronning
CLOW: L Fortier, J. Robke
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Director of Advancement & Stewardship
Samantha McLinden
723.2619, ext. 25
[email protected]
The second reading that we hear this weekend (Phil
4:6-9) is a reading that helps me to refocus my thoughts
to God's unending love for me. This reading has very
simple instructions. . . but, are the instructions really
that simple to follow? Paul reminds us to ignore the
negativity that surrounds us all and instead focus on
the blessings that the Lord has bestowed upon us.
Yes, it is not an easy thing to do, especially when our
world seems to be exuding evil more and more rapidly
every day. I get a sense of calm and peace every
time I read Paul's message which then motivates me
to get my mind focused on how God wants me to live.
I pray you experience these same feelings when you
read those words.
Also, I encourage you to take part in our Parish Mission
that begins next Sunday evening. We could all benefit
from hearing Fr. Bill's message and spending more
quality time together in fellowship. See you there!
Mission Prayer
Heavenly Father.
We ask you to bless us
during our Parish Mission.
Open our hearts to your grace,
that we may better follow your way.
Bless all families in our Parish.
Help them in times of struggle
to overcome difficulty and distress.
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CATHOLIC UPDATE:
The October edition of Catholic Update is now available at all four entrance doors at St. Joseph Church.
The title for this month is, “Saintly Sinners: Flawed but
Faithful, Models of Holiness” by Kathy Coffey. Ms. Coffey
is an author and also gives retreats and workshops
nationally and internationally. Please take advantage
of this opportunity to explore this short, informative
resource.
Next month’s edition will focus on being Advent pilgrims.
COMMUNITY T ABLE
STEWARDS NEEDED!!
The CCM is in need of stewards who can commit to
hosting the Community Table on Nov. 25th & Dec. 16th.
The meal ingredients and paper table service is
provided. Groups of at least six to eight people can
consist of families and/or friends, a team or committee.
Please contact Heather if you can commit to a date or
for more information on what is involved. Thanks to
all the groups who have signed up to serve this year!!
Groups & Organizations
HOLY FAMILY SOCIETY OCTOBER FUNERAL WORKERS
Helen Helminiak, Marian Johnson, Joann Treml, Nancy
LaPorte, Joan Lijewski, Margie Moser, Theresa Cabot
ST. JOSEPH ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY: We will not
have an October meeting. Our next meeting is Monday,
November 3 at 7:00 pm in the Lounge of St. Joseph
Parish Center.
CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS: The next Catholic War
Veterans meeting is Monday, October 6 at 2:00 pm in
the St. Joseph Parish Center Library. Join us for Mass
that evening at 7:00 pm.
Bless everybody in our Parish
in their joys and sorrows.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Columbus Day Mass will be
celebrated on Monday, October 6 at 7:00 pm at St.
Joseph Church. The Knights meeting will follow Mass.
Bless the old, the young, the lonely,
the poor, the sick,
those without work,
those in grief, those in despair,
those who have lost their way.
ST. MARY MEN’S CLUB: Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 7
at 5:45 pm in Lounge A of St. Joseph Parish Center.
This meeting is a week earlier than our usual schedule
because of our Parish Mission.
May your love be upon us, O Lord,
as we place all our hope in you.
May our Faith be energizing, enthusiastic, and
expressed in our lives!
Amen.
A BIG Thank You to Our Bulletin
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK:
Dan Gilman
Residential Builder & Contractor
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FAMILY PERSPECTIVE
Every family is visited by difficult times which can unite
or divide. These hardships, which we would quickly
reject, hold the potential to be the unifying “cornerstone” where we drop our pettiness and defenses and
pull together, linked by a common bond and love for
one another.
Faith Formation Pre - 9th Grade
Susan Noble, Director of Faith Formation
723.2619, ext. 30; [email protected]
During Faith Formation, ext 27
Faith Formation classes are held from 6:15 to 7:30 pm
on Wednesday evenings at the St. Joseph Parish
Center.
OCTOBER 5, 2014
MCC School
723.2529 ~ www.sabers.org
MCC SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Friday ~ 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
For up-to-date info on school & sporting events,
be sure to check out the calendar at
www.catholiccommunityofmanistee.com.
MCC ALUMNI BAND MEMBERS WANTED
MCC is looking for Alumni Band members willing to
join our Homecoming festivities and play in the band
at our Homecoming Parade, Pep Assembly and
Homecoming Game on October 10th . There will be an
alumni band practice at 6:00 pm on Oct.7th in the
MCC band room. Contact Phil Kroll at 299.1329 for
more info.
HOMECOMING WEEK - October 6th - 11th
Introducing. . .
the Catholic Community of Manistee
Faith Formation Kindergarten Class:
Jaxson, Avery, William, Andy, Campbell, Brock,
Noah and Deacon, Catechist Mrs. Karen Kubanek
and Aide Mrs. Monica Blank.
Tuesday, Oct. 7:
Homecoming Mass - 1:30 pm in the gym
Spaghetti Dinner - 4:00-7:00 pm in Saber Café
Homecoming Bonfire - 8:00 pm
Friday, October 10:
Homecoming Parade - 4:30 pm on River Street
Pep Assembly & Tailgate Picnic following the
parade at MCC
Homecoming Football Game - 7:00 pm
1/2 Day of School - Friday, Oct. 17th, dismiss 11:55 am
HARVEST RAFFLE T ICKETS AVAILABLE
The HARVEST Grand Raffle Prizes will be drawn on
Saturday, Nov. 8th at ‘The Fabulous 50’s’ event. The
Grand Prize is $5,000 and 2nd Prize is $3,000. Grand
Raffle Tickets are available for $25 each. SABER
Bucks Raffle tickets are also available for $10 each.
SABER Bucks will be a 50/50 raffle with one winner
being drawn, unless the total ticket sales exceed
$10,000. The raffle will then become a 50/25/25 raffle
with two winners drawn. Tickets for either raffle may
be purchased at the MCC or CCM offices during
(License No. C26664)
business hours.
GET YOUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY . . .
Lord, may the Little Flower
move me to follow You
in good times and on difficult days.
~Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus
Blessings on Your Week
MCC medallions are available for purchase at the MCC
and CCM offices. T-shirts are available at MCC. The
t-shirts & medallions are $15 each and may be purchased
during regular business hours.
The 50th Anniversary slideshow that was shown during
the reunion is available for a donation at the CCM
office also. These items would make wonderful gifts
for the upcoming holidays!
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ST. JOSEPH MEN’S CLUB BREAKFAST BUFFET
St. Joseph Parish Center
Sunday, October 5, 2014
8:30 to 11:30 am
$6.00 Adults; $3.00 Ages 6 - 12;
Under 6 Eat for Free
Pancakes, french toast, sausage, ham, scrambled eggs,
western scrambled eggs, hash browns, toast, bread
pudding, applesauce, juice, milk or coffee. Proceeds
towards CCM Improvements
MCC WASHINGTON GROUP SPAGHETTI DINNER
You are invited to the MCC cafeteria on Tuesday, Oct.
7th from 4:00-7:00 pm for our annual Homecoming
spaghetti dinner. Proceeds from this event will help
send the MCC ninth grade students to Washington DC
in March, 2015. Your meal includes our world famous
spaghetti, garlic toast, salad, dessert, coffee and pop
for an $8 donation. Tickets are available at the door
or from any Washington Group member. Thank you
for supporting this wonderful MCC tradition!
PUBLIC SQUARE ROSARY
Saturday, October 11, 2014
Manistee Catholic Central School
Front Lawn of School Adjacent to US 31
I want to invite all to join in this Public Rosary on
Saturday, October 11 at 12 noon, sponsored by
AMERICA NEEDS FATIMA, with over 12,000 Public
Rosary Rallies across the United States. Please
join us offering reparation for the sins and offenses
committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary
and fervently pray for the conversion of the United
States. Please join me and other Catholics on this
very important day. This event is also the 97th
Anniversary of the Blessed Mother’s appearance
in Fatima to the three children Lucia, Jacinta and
Francisco.
Sincerely,
Randy Wood, Rosary Captain (723.1470)
CIVIC CLUB F ALL DINNER
Sunday, October 12
St. Joseph Civic Club, 183 9th St.
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Public Welcome! Take Outs Available.
Adults $10; Children 5-12 $5, Under 5 Eat for Free
Featuring: baked chicken, homemade cabbage rolls,
fresh Polish sausage, sweet & sour cabbage, real
mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, buttered squash,
buttered corn, rolls, dessert, coffee and lemonade.
Meal prepared by Jerry Zupin & Crew
Return your paid reservation by October 8, 2014
for a chance to win a CASH prize drawing on
Saturday, November 8th at the H.A.R.V.E.S.T. event.
All reservations must be paid in advance.
Tickets available at the MCC and CCM Offices.
All winners are subject to state and federal taxes.
CENTER FOR CATHOLIC STUDIES
The Center for Catholic Studies was founded in June
2003 under the guidance of Bishop Patrick Cooney.
The Center offers seven areas of certification tracks –
Parish Catechist, Christian Discipleship, Liturgical
Studies, Youth Ministry I, II, and III, Catechetical
Leader/DRE, and the Academic Program for the
Diaconate. Through a partnership with the Virtual
Learning Community of the University of Dayton Online,
students can also earn certificates in Adult Formation
Leadership, Foundations for Leadership in Ministry,
Social Justice, Youth Ministry, Marianist Studies,
Catechesis and Spanish Catechesis. These classes
are offered to those who are pursuing certification
tracks or those who just want to take a class for fun.
For more information, visit www.dioceseofgaylord.org
or contact Tammy Boylan at 989.732.5147 or via
email at [email protected].
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REFLECTING ON STEWARDSHIP
“The stone the builders rejected has become
the corner stone=” - Matthew 21:42
Jesus was the corner stone and He was rejected by
the religious and political leaders of his day, as well as
ordinary citizens. Living a stewardship lifestyle may
cause you to be “rejected” by others in today’s society.
For example, saying grace before a meal in a restaurant
may attract some strange looks from some. But to
others it is sign that God is alive and well!
MASS FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
Physicians, Nurses, EMTs and every type of Healthcare Professional: Please join us on the Feast of Saint
Luke the Physician, Saturday, October 18, at Saint
Mary Cathedral in Gaylord. The 5:00 pm Mass will be
celebrated by Bishop Steven J. Raica, who will also
join us for a reception following in the parish hall.
Learn about the new Guild of the Catholic Medical
Association in the Diocese of Gaylord and join us for a
brief meeting after the reception. For better planning
of the event, please let us know if you plan to attend
by emailing [email protected] or calling
Jackie Jones at 231.633.2146. If you cannot attend
the White Mass, but are interested in the new Guild of
the Catholic Medical Association, please also contact
Jackie Jones.
NATIVE AMERICAN CONFERENCE
Boozhoo! Please join us at the Pastoral Center in
Gaylord on Saturday, October 18, for a day filled with
spirituality and discovery! Through prayer and reflection
with our Native American brothers and sisters regularly
participating in Sunday Liturgy, the goal of this conference is to identify matters important to Native American
Catholics in the Diocese of Gaylord. The morning
sessions will begin with spiritual readings followed by
reflection and sharing. At noon we will celebrate Mass
with our new shepherd, Bishop Steven J. Raica. After
a delightful lunch we will again gather for two presentations of great interest: Native American Stations of
the Cross and Sacred Cedar Oil. Following these
presentations, Talking Circles will be conducted with the
topic: “What issues are important to Native American
Catholics?” The day will conclude with a final presentation, Commissioning and a Blessing Prayer. Through
your generous contributions to the CSA and a grant
from the Black and Indian Missions office, there is no
cost to attend this conference. A free will offering will
be gladly accepted. To register download a form from
the diocesan website: www.dioceseofgaylord.org or
see your parish office. Please contact Sr. Sue Gardner
at 231.271.6651 or [email protected] if
you have any questions. Miigwech!
MINISTRY ENRICHMENT GATHERING
All liturgical ministers need a deep understanding of
the Mass to help lead the parish community to recognize
the Eucharist as the source of nourishment for their
lives as Christians. The Diocese of Gaylord's Secretariat
for Worship is hosting the Ministry Enrichment Gathering
to offer participants the opportunity to reflect on the
power of the liturgy for themselves and those they serve.
Join the faithful on Saturday, October 25 from 9:00 am
to 2:30 pm at the Cooney Conference Center in Gaylord
for a faith-filled day featuring presentations by Michael
Ruzicki, Victoria M. Tufano, and Fr. Don Geyman.
Cost for the day is $25 per person and includes a
continental breakfast, lunch, and two resources from
Liturgy Training Publications. A discount is offered for
three or more people attending from the same parish.
For scholarship info or to register, contact Beth Hicks
at 989.732.5147 or at [email protected].
Registration forms and more information are available
online at www.MinistryEnrichmentGathering.org.
Registrations must be received by October 10.
Readings for October 12th
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Isaiah 25:6-10a; Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20;
Matthew 22:1-14
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A Mass remembering those listed below will be celebrated on the first weekend of each month. The names will appear in the
bulletin each week. Memorial offering is $60.00. Names and offerings may be turned in at the CCM Office or in the collection.
If you have any questions please call the Catholic Community of Manistee Office.
Catholic Community of Manistee Memorial Association
Nancy Bajtka, Bajtka & Gamache Families, living & deceased
Clarence & Martin Jerumbo
Betty & Ed Merkey
Carboneau, Bartoszek, Dauginis, Soller, DiLaura & Kovack Families
Symanski & Wandrych Families, living & deceased
Elmer & Anna Stamp; Ed & Julia Karas; Grabowski & Luczyk Families & RW
Ruth Niesen
Steinberg & Niesen Families; LeRoy Edel; Barbara Skiera; Barbara Wisniski
Gordon Sciba; John Sciba; Robert Rogers Families, living & deceased
Purgiel, Grabowski, & Clark Families; Class of ‘55; Gage & Minster Families
Audrey Rakoski; Carl & Lorraine Steinberg; Andrew & Gertrude Mantych & sons
Joseph & Betty Ann Abramowski, Harry & Nettie Muszynski
Estelle M. Oleniczak
Abramowski: Joseph, Jennie, Leona, Jim, Ray, Don, George, Rita, Bob & Joe
Stanley & Isabelle Radke; Joe & Mary Jane Witucki
Dale & Stella Cooper Sr.; James Cooper & Christopher Grabowski
Bartoszek, Majkszak, Kosiboski, & Kirby Families; Health
Paprocki, Glocheski, Tomaszewski & Miller Families, living & deceased
The Pietrasik & Edmondson Families
Donald Shively; Shively, Chavalia, Balcer & Kniola Families
Anna & Steve Korzeniewski & Extended Families
The Peters & Bayer Families, living & deceased
Marzinski, Garrison, Kaminski, Hansen & Gallagher Families
Keson, Polcyn, Bittel, Kowalczyk & Wojciechowski Families, living & deceased
Chuck & Shirley Herbert; Herbert & Tacktor Families, living & deceased
Phyllis & Bonnie Chmielewski; Chmielewski & Niemierowicz Families
Ed, Esther, David & Michael Pomeroy; Ed & Mary Swidorski
Paul & Virginia Plouhar & Family, living & deceased
Vic Zwiefka; Fr. Bill Zwiefka; Zwiefka, Bialik, Osborn & Badzinski Families
Leonard Sielski; Sr. Mary A. Morang; Sielski & Morang Families
Ed & Jane Fedder; Fedder & Matchekosky Families
Swidorski, Jeruzal & Skiera Families, living & deceased
Karl & Irene Herrmann; Gene Greene
Bartoszek, Cabot, Dembinski, Racine & Zielinski Families
Leo & Germaine, Martin & Stella Gutowski; Harry & Sophia Nowak
Roy Niesen; Ralph Schubert; Jack & Joan Petersen; Niesen & Krolczyk Families
Daniels, Ragina, Jabrocki, O’Brien & Dobrawalski Families
Fausz & Robke Families
Francis Bartosiewicz & Vasquez Families, living & deceased
Bartosiewicz, Zielinski, Sharnowski & Schramski Families
Harry & Lenore Boertman; John, Celia & Raymond Switalski; Jill Anderson
Showalter’s, Patterson’s, Zawacki’s & Modreski’s & Relatives, living & deceased
Frank, Florence & Donald Graczyk; Ernest, Marie & Jim Chycinski
Grabowski, Kuczynski, Rakoniewski & Kukla Families
Wayne & Dick Skiera; Elizabeth, Henry & Joseph Wojciechowski
Joseph J., Lillian, Joseph C. & Dan Stepniewski
Michael Majewski; Majewski & Darbyson Families
Joe & Hedwig Wojciechowski; E. Kowalski & S. Wojciechowski Families
Chandler, Burkhart & Barker Families, living & deceased
A.A. Edel & Gutowski Families; George Bruno; Frank Rutowski & Loved Ones
Batterson, Vadeboncoeur, Kadzban, Gorch & Adamczak Families
Steve & Caroline Newman Family, living & deceased
Bilski, Chrzanowski, Dauginis, Kielpinski & Pindel Families
Angie & Edward Novak
Casimer, Gertrude, Sr. Liz, Bill & Lee Ozdych; †Ozdych & Smock Families
Harry Skiera, William Zawacki & Harold Bauman Sr. Families, living & deceased
Stan & Rita Siuda; Siuda & Marquardt Families
Al & Josephine Helminski and sons Ron & Dennis
Raphael & Shirley Mikula; Edward & Irene Zeimba; Michael & Anna Mikula
McIsaac & Flanigan Families, living & deceased
Jane Maxey; Harry & Julia Anderson; James & Agnes Maxey
Ziabkowski, Bowman & Tabaczka Families, living & deceased
Baranek, Weinert, Wagner, Kraus, Gumbus & Gutowski Families; Sue Viol
Ralph; Schubert, Maternowski & Krolczyk Families; Roy N.; Eleanore & Vince; LS
Harold & Mary Ann Sielski
Richard Gage; Mary Fink; Frank Chesney
Ken; W & A Bernier; C & A Grabowski & Family Members; Elaine Meyers
Pattie Beaudrie; Dori Peters; Cindy Gregory; Centala & Modrzynski Families
Floyd & Genevieve Toczynski; Marianne Kubacki
Francis Kadzban; Kadzban & Jabrocki Families
Leonard, Karen & Emily Kurtz; Karas & Kurtz Families
Kuczynski, Mielcarek, Kaminski, Witucki, Steve Duchon & Families
Walter & Arliene Linski; Fedder & Linski Families, living & deceased
Miles, Anna & Harold Robinson; Jacob & Frances Gutowski
John W., Rita A., Rebecca, John & Elizabeth Miller; Michael & Joanna Stypa
Roman & Hazel Zupin, Mark Reckow, Carl & Katherine Hull Families
Mary C. Pieczynski; Pieczynski & Vida Families
Tabaczka and Switalski Families, living & deceased
Dr. Tom Day; Day & Fisher Families
Niemiec, Schramski & Skory Families, living & deceased
Raymond Smuda, Sr.; Smith & Smuda Families, living & deceased
John & Gladys Grzeszak; Grzeszak & Orlowski Families
Gordon Rozga & Parents; Stanley Zuchowski Parents, Children & Families
Lila Callis; John Froncek Family
Mary & Ernest Bialik; Sophie, Cassmer, John & Julia Russell; Loyal Ramsey
Mary Williams; Petroskey & Schettek Families
Frank & Dorothy Witucki; Health of Family
Catholic Community of Manistee, 254 Sixth St, Manistee, MI 49660
231.723.2619 ~ www.catholiccommunityofmanistee.com
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