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Saint Aloysius Parish 115 Madison Street Sauk City, Wisconsin 53583 608-643-2449 www.localendar.com/public/saintalschurch

Fr. Kevin D. Holmes, Pastor Fr. Faustino Ruiz, Parochial Vicar Deacon Bill Green, Adult Evangelization Milton Pozo, Hispanic Ministry 608-347-4309 Maggie Opichka, Finance Manager Ann Cicero, Secretary SCHOOL OFFICE John Brennan, Principal Julie Lamberty, Secretary RELIGIOUS EDUCATION & YOUTH MINISTRY John Ramthun, Director Sarah Ramthun, Director

643-6868

643-4062

AMAZING GRACE PRAYER CHAIN If you, or someone you know, are in need of prayers, please call the parish office. HOSPITALIZATIONS Please call the parish office to inform us of any illnesses, surgeries, or hospitalizations.

MASS SCHEDULE Daily — 8:15 a.m. Saturday — 4:30 p.m. Sunday — 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. La Santa Misa en español — todos los domingos a las 12:30 p.m. Saturday— 8:00 a.m. Perpetual Help Devotion

EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION Weekly — from 9:00 AM on Wednesday until 7:45 AM on Thursday in the Blessed Sacrament chapel

SACRAMENTAL CELEBRATIONS

HappyThanksgiving - November 23, 2006

November 19, 2006 Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

BAPTISM: To make arrangements for baptism, please call the rectory. MARRIAGE: Arrangements and dates must be made at least six months in advance with the parish priest. RECONCILIATION: Saturdays 3:30-4:15 PM Sundays 7:00-7:45 AM and 9:30-10:15 AM DIOCESAN VOCATIONS OFFICE (608) 821-3088 www.madisonvocations.org

Saint Aloysius Parish

November 19, 2006 Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

From the Future Pastor’s Desk My Dear Brothers and Sisters: I have been asked to introduce myself to the Parish in writing. My name is Fr. Miguel Galvez and, God willing, I will be your Pastor as soon as I can travel to the United States. Like Fr. Faustino, I belong to the Society of Jesus Christ the Priest, an association of the faithful that is relatively new. Our Society was founded in Spain by the Rev. Alfonso Galvez in the year 1986 and since then we have expanded to other countries such as Chile, Ecuador and the United States. We are a small Society, more like a family. We all know each other, as we have studied and lived together during the years of our formation, and we regard Rev. Alfonso Galvez as our Father in Christ. The main charisma of the Society is to emphasize the ministry of the priesthood. During a time of our Church’s history in which priests seem so scarce, the words of Our Lord sound more real than ever: “the harvest is rich but the laborers are few, so ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers to his harvest.” (Mt. 9:37). Following His example, one of our main concerns is to seek out vocations to the priesthood. We strive to inspire in youth that the calling of Our Lord to imitate him in such a way that no other man is called to is a great honor and challenge. It is not merely a profession, but a change of life. A priest is not a common worker who performs a role that is given to him, but a person called to be another Christ. He acts in persona Christi, which is not a mere imitation but a mysterious participation in the acts of Our Lord. Of course, there is only one Priest and only one Sacrifice, but God wanted to make his apostles close participants in the actions of His Son. “Go, therefore, make disciples of all nations; […] and teach them to observe all the commands I gave you.” (Mt. 28:19). “Anyone who listens to you listens to me” (Lk. 10:16). Acting on behalf of Our Lord requires that the priest should live like Him, to “make [his] own the mind of Christ Jesus.” (Ph. 2:5). This can only be achieved through a profound love in Jesus. The Catholic priest is not a person committed to a set of ideals, or a delegate of the community to preside at a social gathering. The Catholic priest is a man in love with Christ Jesus who has accepted a personal call to be like Him and to point others to the way of salvation. This can only be achieved through the faithful example of living the same life as Jesus: in His words and in His actions. We desire to present Christ as the role model of his priests. We want to make Holiness the banner of our lives. And we especially want to serve those whom Our Lord has entrusted to us to shepherd. For this task we need the help of your prayers, because as St. Paul said: the priest is also surrounded by his own weakness (He. 5:2). Only God knows how much I yearn to start the ministry that God has entrusted to me in St. Aloysius Parish. Please pray that it may be soon. Blessings in Christ,

Rev. Miguel Galvez Poverty in America continues to rise, despite the fact that many people work full-time and at more than one job. The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is committed to helping people find permanent solutions to the problem of poverty, but they cannot do it alone. Please support today’s collection for CCHD. Thank you!

Question of the Week:

Why does the priest have different colored stoles?

Last Week: Are there schools in heaven? There is not school in heaven. In heaven, we have no need to go to school, to study or to do homework. This is part of the reason that heaven is a good place for kids! God in heaven gave us all the knowledge that we need without having to study, but God wants every child to study well in school on earth while they are here.

School News

Religious Education & Youth Ministry News

John Brennan, Principal; 643-6868; [email protected]

John & Sarah Ramthun; Directors of RE and Youth Ministry 643-4062; [email protected] [email protected]

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA December 3, 2006 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. St. Al’s School Gym The tradition continues this year, with many new and exciting additions, and an extra hour to enjoy them... Dine on a breakfast of eggs, pancakes, sausage links, applesauce, donut holes, coffee, milk and juice Visit with Santa in a home-like setting Have professional portraits taken by MF Photography (to be delivered later that week, in time for Christmas cards/gift giving) Wreaths & roping, Sinsinawa and other homemade baked goods, handmade jewelry, and Scholastic books will all be available for sale Drawing for the cash raffle - with a grand prize of $1,000.00 - will be held at noon Spectacular chance raffle prizes for all ages Breakfast tickets and cash raffle tickets are available in advance from any school family, the school office and the parish office. Breakfast tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children 3-12. Cash raffle tickets are $5 each. If anyone is interested in volunteering to help with the breakfast, please contact Melinda at 643-6427. Thanks! Interested in helping with a benefit for the Johnson family to be held Jan. 28 at the Dorf Haus? Planning meeting today, 1 PM, at 402 Bridge St., Mazomanie, or call Mindy at 643-5143.

Mass on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, will be at 9:00 AM. THANKSGIVING FELLOWSHIP DINNER NEEDS VOLUNTEERS The annual Dinner will be held at Sauk Prairie High School on Thanksgiving Day. If you would like to help prepare, serve, or deliver meals, please contact Richard Brager at 643-4240.

KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS

The Knights of Columbus will provide free yard signs with this message again this year. Call Bill at 643-8674 if you would like to reserve one.

No classes or youth room Nov 19-26

Hey middle schoolers! Need to spice up your Friday nights? Join us at the Bishop O’Connor Center in Madison for a night PACKED with fun, Dec 1! With a plethora of activities; you won’t even know how to spend your time. Ranging from swimming, to karaoke, ping pong, basketball, volleyball to video games projected on the wall, we promise you won’t be bored. Bring all your friends, and for only $5, it’ll be well worth your money. Permission slips due Wed, Nov 29. You can pick one up at the RE/Youth Ministry bulletin board or print one off of the new website:

saintaloysius.googlepages.com Bring 2 or more canned goods and get an item of food for FREE!!!

Resurrection Rally 2006 Forms were due last Wed. If you’d still like to go, call John & Sarah on MONDAY!!! After that, we send them in. Call with ?’s. Students, enjoy your break from school! We’re praying for you as you get some time off. As we get closer to December, think about how you will use Advent to strengthen your relationship with God. Come, Emmanuel, Come! Want to pray for our youth?

We’re looking for people or families to pray for the RE/Youth Ministry program in general and also to pray for specific classes or the youth going on an upcoming retreat etc. If interested, call Susie Starr at 643-6338 and she will get you started. Then all you have to do is... Pray!

Adult Evangelization News

Ministerio Hispano

Deacon Bill Green, Director [email protected] or 643-2449

Milton F. Pozo-Mazzini, Director [email protected] ó llamar al 608.347.4309

PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY The Italian Pilgrimage will take place from April 30—May 10, 2007. Itineraries and brochures have been mailed to those persons who have indicated an interest in traveling with the group. Taking a pilgrimage requires an act of Faith. Never doubt that this act of faith will be recompensed handsomely by the unforgettable mind, body and soul experience that awaits you. This tour includes a lot of visits to many expensive cities. It tries to encompass a good overall sample of the famous and not-so-famous (but very beautiful) sites of Italy. It is well-escorted professionally and spiritually. There will never be a perfect world scenario in which to travel. However, we will be escorted all the way from the USA, in Italy, and back to the USA. Pray and seriously discern going on the pilgrimage with us. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity. (Call Deacon Bill at 643-2449 or 644-1519). Return your reservation forms to Landa/Cleary Travel ASAP.

El Horario del Ministerio Hispano: Martes 10am – 6pm (acción social de 3-6pm) Sábado 10am – 6pm (casas de oración de 5-6pm) Domingo 10am – 6pm (visiteo familiar de 3-6pm)

IMPORTANT NOTICE!! THE PARISH LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE FOR UPDATING AND REFURBISHMENT. CALL DEACON BILL IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HELPING WITH THE LIBRARY PROJECT. SOON, WE WILL AGAIN BE PLACING LIBRARY MATERIALS IN THE NARTHEX. Materials that are no longer going to used in the library will be placed on a marked table in Room C so that parishioners may take them for use in their homes. ECUMENICAL THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE On Wednesday evening, November 22, beginning at 7:30 pm, the Ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve Service will be held here at St. Aloysius Parish. Parishioners are asked to donate pies or other appropriate desserts to be served following the service. Please call Marian Thistle at 592-4441 or Deacon Bill if you can help. God Bless you for your generosity!!

We are in need of area rugs, floor lamps, lounge chairs and small endtables. Please call Deacon Bill if you wish to donate any of the above items you no longer need at home. HAVE YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKED AT THE SANTA’S BREAKFAST DEC. 3RD COURTESY OF PARISH NURSES.

PALABRAS DE PADRE FAUSTINO Queridos hermanos: Es necesario en nuestros días más que nunca vivir la presencia de Dios. Primero en nuestra alma, pensando en cómo agradar a Dios en todo momento y cómo hacer realidad que nuestra vida sea lo más parecida a lo que Dios quiera. En segundo lugar, en nuestra propia familia, especialmente los papas y las mamás que tanta responsabilidad tienen a la hora de educar a sus hijos cristianamente y haciéndoles ver la importancia de nuestros valores cristianos. Todos los días rezar en familia; todos los días bendecir la reuniones familiares en tono a la comida; todos los días despedirse antes de dormir de nuestro Padre del cielo y de su Hijo Jesucristo, y de nuestra Madre la Virgen María, sin olvidar a ese Ángel de la Guarda que nos cuida y nos protege, regalo espacial de Dios a cada uno de nosotros. Y por último, cumplir esta presencia de Dios en el día domingo tomando el máximo interés por darle a Dios su tiempo debido en la Santa Misa. Reciban mi bendición y recuerden que estamos a su disposición para lo que necesiten. Sinceramente en Cristo, p. Faustino

LA SANTA MISA EN WISCONSIN DELLS LOS ULTIMOS DOMINGOS DEL MES La próxima Misa en Santa Cecilia: 26 de Noviembre a las 6 pm 604 Oak Street, Wisconsin Dells Favor de comunicar esto a sus familias y vecinos.

Para recibir los Sacramentos favor de llamar y dejar su mensaje con nombre, numero de teléfono y fecha del sacramento o pasar por la oficina después de Misa. Si tienen interés en ayudar nuestra Iglesia, necesitamos: Acólitos, Lectores, Caballeros que nos ayuden con la colecta y distribución de los libros, Familias que desean llevar el ofertorio de pan y vino al Sacerdote y Músicos.

PREGUNTA DE LA SEMANA: ¿Por qué el sacerdote tiene estolas de varios colores? LA SEMANA PASADA: ¿Hay escuelas en el Cielo? . No hay escuelas en el cielo y eso es la gran maravilla para los niños. Es un lugar donde no se estudia ni se hacen tareas ni nada por el estilo, porque en el Cielo, gracias a Dios, sabremos todo lo que necesitamos, sin necesidad de estudiar nada. Dios nos dará parte de su Inteligencia para que no tengamos nada que estudiar. Pero, para poder ir al Cielo, Dios quiere que aquí en la tierra vayamos a la escuela, hagamos los deberes, estudiemos mucho y seamos excelentes alumnos. Por lo tanto, es necesario ir a la escuela en la tierra para no ir a la Escuela en el Cielo.

Mass Schedule, Readings & Intentions Monday, November 20, 2006 Rv 1:1-4; 2:1-5 / Lk 18:35-43 8:15 a.m. In Thanksgiving: Lawrence & Lorraine Breunig Tuesday, November 21, 2006 Rv 3:1-6, 14-22 / Lk 19:1-10 8:15 a.m. † Norbert & Steve Uselman (Family) Wednesday, November 22, 2006 Rev 4:1-11 / Lk 19:11-28 8:15 a.m. † Don Dederich (Family) Thursday, November 23, 2006 ~ Thanksgving Day Rv 5:1-10 / Lk 19:41-44 9:00 a.m. † Edgar E. Walch, Jr. (Tom & Brenda Murphy) Friday, November 24, 2006 Rv 10:8-11 / Lk 19:45-48 8:15 a.m. † Dorothy Reuter (Donnie & Sally Ringelstetter) 10:00 a.m. Maplewood: Communion Service Saturday, November 25, 2006 Rv 11:4-12 / Lk 20:27-40 4:30 p.m. † LaVerne Welsch (Family) Sunday, November 26, 2006 Dn 7:13-14 / Rv 1:5-8 / Jn 18:33b-37 8:00 a.m. † Timothy Dickson (Family) 10:30 a.m. People of the Parish

Liturgical Roles Weekend of November 25-26, 2006 Servers 4:30 p.m. Andria & Tara Loether, Stella Taylor 8:00 a.m. Nicole & Tyler Hartmann, Doug Lenerz 10:30 a.m. Nicole Bishop, Jeff Brennan, Eric Breunig Readers 4:30 p.m. Jim & Peg DeShepper 8:00 a.m. Deloris Hicks, Deb Kraemer 10:30 a.m. Vicki Romenesko, Bernard Schroeder Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion 4:30 p.m. Lola Huber, Greg & Alice Hutter 8:00 a.m. Sue Breunig, Sandy Bruckert, Deacon Bill 10:30 a.m. Judy Lamberty, Norma Newman, Steve Rammer Greeters 4:30 p.m. Paul & Mary Jesberger, Merlin Fuchs Family Verda Rothwell 8:00 a.m. Pete Haines, Virginia Szalewski, Phil Hutter, Paul & Karen Peetz 10:30a.m. Michael, Linda, & Kathleen Peeples; Ken Breunig Family, Lee Lamb Family

Vocations Chalice This weekend, at the 4:30 Mass, the Vocations Chalice will go to Keith & Beverly Foye. Next weekend, also at the 4:30 Mass, the Chalice will go to the Bob & Cheryl Breunig Family.

The Weeks Ahead November 12 - 26

COLLECTIONS NOVEMBER 11-12, 2006 Envelopes: Offertory: Total BUDGET Envelopes: Offertory:

$6,408.08 $552.32 $6,960.40 $7,884.62 $711.54 $8,596.16

ENVELOPES: This week: Fiscal Year:

($1,476.54) ($29,374.36)

OFFERTORY: This week: Fiscal Year:

($159.22) ($756.09)

If you would like to begin EFT donations, please contact Maggie in the parish office.

SCRIP It’s not too early to be thinking about Christmas! Please remember our SCRIP program when doing your Christmas shopping this year. Order forms are available in the church office. The deadline for the last order before Christmas is Friday, December 8th. Also, don’t forget, you can always purchase the following SCRIP in the parish office: Piggly Wiggly, Sentry, Mobile, Kwik Trip and Kohl’s Dept Store. Thank you!

Sunday, November 19 No RE Wednesday, November 22 No RE 7:30 pm - Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service Sunday, November 26 No RE Monday, November 27 3-6 pm - MS Open Youth Room Tuesday, November 28 6:30 pm - Rosary & rosary-making Wednesday, November 29 3-6 pm - HS Open Youth Room 6:00 pm - HS Open Gym 6:30 pm - HS Youth Group Thursday, November 30 Lunch - Youth Room open for HS Friday, December 1 6:30 pm - St. Aloysius School Christmas Concert Sunday, December 3 8am - 1pm - Breakfast With Santa 9:15 am - preK-5 RE 5:15 pm - MS Youth Choir Practice 6:00 pm - MS Open Gym 6:30 pm - MS Youth Groups Monday, December 4 3-6 pm - MS Open Youth Room Tuesday, December 5 6:30 pm - Rosary & rosary-making

Area Events Thanksgiving Fellowship Dinner - Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, at noon at Sauk Prairie High School. Turkey with all the trimmings. Open to all, so come join us! 2nd Annual Women’s Expo - Saturday, November 25, 9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. at the Baraboo Arts Banquet Hall (323 Water St.). This benefit for Hope House of South Central Wisconsin features more than 40 vendors and information booths, health and wellness exhibitors, demonstrations, door prizes, and food. Huge silent auction all day long. Join us for a ladies day out!