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March 10, 2019 First Sunday of Lent Mass Schedule Saturday - 5:00 PM (Mass of Anticipation) Sunday - 10:00 AM Thursday—7:00 AM First Friday Mass - 5:00PM

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 4:15-4:45 Sunday 9:15-9:45

Marriage In order to wisely discern a minimum of six months is required. Contact the Parish Office.

Baptism Arrangements are to be made with the Administrator. Parents must be active, registered and practicing Members of St. Anthony Parish.

Parish Membership All adults from high school age up are expected to be registered members with the Parish including candidates for Baptism and Marriage.

Parish Pastoral Council Barbara Kluka, Chairperson Jerry Cousin, Vice-Chairperson Barb Clark, Secretary

Members-at-Large Mary Andrews, John Bonaretti, Pat DeGrace, John Ford, Diana Graves, Tom Hamm, Will Martin, Alan Padlock, Gladys Peterson, Michael Pitts,

Members Ex-Officio Lawrence Dolnik, David Curry, Trustees Fr. Todd Belardi

Office Hours

262-652-1844

Tuesdays 4:00-6:30pm

Parish Mission Statement: That the people of St Anthony of Padua parish experience the love of

Jesus Christ through: Vibrant sacramental life

Knowledge of the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith Generous service to others

Family atmosphere So that we can all be true disciples of Jesus that reflects

His commandment to "Love one another"

The Schedule of Services for This Week SATURDAY March 9 First Sunday of Lent (Mass of Anticipation) 5:00 pm— Pavlik family (Susan DeBettignies) SUNDAY March 10 First Sunday of Lent 10:00 am— Stefanija & Juozas Cesna (Wenta family)THURSDAY March 14 Lenten weekday 7:00am— Lillian Geb (Rosary Society) SATURDAY March 16 Second Sunday of Lent (Mass of Anticipation) 5:00 pm— Lucy Radykowski (Family) SUNDAY March 17 Second Sunday of Lent 10:00 am— Elsie Scuglik (Rosary Society)

Readings for the week of March 10, 2019 Sunday: Dt 26:4-10/Ps 91:1-2, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 [cf. 15b]/Rom 10:8-13/Lk 4:1-13 Monday: Lv 19:1-2, 11-18/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15 [Jn 6:63b]/Mt 25:31-46 Tuesday: Is 55:10-11/Ps 34:4-5, 6-7, 16-17, 18-19 [18b]/Mt 6:7-15 Wednesday: Jon 3:1-10/Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 18-19 [19b]/Lk 11:29-32 Thursday: Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8 [3a]/Mt 7:7-12 Friday: Ez 18:21-28/Ps 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-7a, 7bc-8 [3]/Mt 5:20-26 Saturday: Dt 26:16-19/Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 7-8 [1b]/Mt 5:43-48 ©LPi

Ministers of the Altar

Saturday, March 16 5:00 pm Lector Barbara Kluka Eucharistic Minister Ray Rupp Sunday, March 17 10:00 am Lector Susie Sheard Eucharistic Minister Johnson family Saturday, March 23 5:00 pm Lector Ray Rupp Eucharistic Minister Linda Lee Sunday, March 24 10:00 am Lector Sue Kaeppeler Eucharistic Minister Alan Padlock

A Christian is a keyhole through which others see God

March 10, 2019 1st Sunday of Lent As we enter into this Lenten season of penance and self-denial, we're reminded that the God we follow is no stranger to these things. In this Sunday's Gospel, we see the temptations of Jesus which have parallels throughout Scripture and in our own lives. The apostle John warns against temptations to sensual lust, enticement of the eyes, and a pretentious life (cf. 1 John 2:16). Before Eve plucks the fruit from the tree, she hears it is good for food, pleasing to the eyes, and desirable for gaining wisdom (cf. Genesis 3:6). The temptations of Jesus are our own. "Turn these stones to bread." Here is the lure of bodily comfort, like good food or sensual lust. It's the simplest of temptations because it's instinctual. We want good for our bodies! But there may be times these bodily goods don't serve the higher good for our souls. The leap "from the temple parapet" would entice the eye of the person watching. A feat like this would prove Je-sus' Messianic ability. His popularity could be a shortcut to the cross. We might not be daredevils, but we want people to like us and be impressed by us. Do we sacrifice our values along the way? To "bow and worship" the devil - and so claim power and a pretentious life - seems like a dramatic temptation. Not everyone may feel enticed by power in the professional sense, but all of us want control. A volunteer team can feel just as intense as the boardroom! How often do we prefer to be in control of our lives (and perhaps even the lives of others), rather than allow God to be God? When we consider areas of temptation and sin, it's not to feel ashamed. The temptation in the desert reminds us that we are not alone and that the strength of Jesus can be our strength, too.

Contact Information Fr. Todd Belardi - Administrator Jane Padlock—Parish Secretary

For Regular Parish Business call the Rectory and leave a message at

652-1844 or email us at padua@twc.com

Normal Office hours: Tuesdays 4:00-6:30 p.m.

To speak with Fr. Todd please call the rectory and leave a message.

If you have an urgent need please call Fr. Todd at (404) 545-4988

If you have a bulletin submission, please email it to padua@twc.com

First Friday Masses Mass will be held at

St. Anthony at 5:00 pm on the first Friday of each

month. Next Mass: April 5

FORMATION CORNER

Cuppa

Please plan on attending this 5 session preparation for Divine Mercy Sunday, on Fridays during Lent, starting March 15. Each session will begin with Stations of the Cross at 5:30 pm, followed by a light dinner, our presentation of The Second Greatest Story Every Told, discussion and fellowship.

Prayer and Petition for the

First Sunday of Lent

Both readings for this week deliver the

message of our belief in God’s saving deed

of raising Jesus Christ and ourselves from the

dead. Through God’s power Jesus and our-

selves conquer evil. This may seem strange

to you as we begin Lent. However, the

message is clear. God protects and provides

for His people. Along with this is our

commitment to be worthy of heaven by

overcoming temptation through prayer,

fasting, almsgiving, and works of mercy. Our

bulletin is presenting us with many ways to

prepare for Easter through Lenten activities

– from walks for the unborn to attending

Cuppa Mercy on the Fridays of Lent here at

St. Anthony’s Church.

Petition for the Week:

That, we as Catholics, may prepare for Easter

by spending our Lent in ways to better know

and understand Jesus, through prayer and

activities, let us pray to the Lord. Parish Dates:

March 13—Parish Council 7pm All are welcome March 17—Rosary Society after 10am Mass New members welcome

Let’s Jam it Up !

The Human Concerns Commission will be collecting jam, jelly, peanut butter, tuna and canned ravioli/spaghetti for Grace Welcome Center during Lent.

The Pope’s Prayer Intention for MARCH

Evangelization: That Christian communities, especially those who are persecuted, feel that they are close to Christ and have their rights respected.

Now Enrolling! At ASCS we say and live the words of our honor code every day. We know the importance of these words and put them into action: We honor God our Father, Jesus Christ our Savior, and the Holy Spirit. We honor our parents and family. We honor ourselves. We treat others as called by the Gospel: with trust, respect, dignity and forgiveness. Our integrity guides all our actions. We do what is right, what we are supposed to do, the way we are supposed to do it, even when no one is watching. To see for yourself, call us today for a tour or schedule a day for your child to visit. (262) 925-4024 allsaintskenosha.org North campus 4400 22nd Ave. Kenosha South campus 7400 39th Ave. Kenosha

ENCOUNTER NORMA In Guatemala, we encounter Norma, who is a young mother supports her family and

shares her skills with her community. Reflect on the importance of family in your life. How can you contribute to support families in your community? Visit crsricebowl.org for more.

40 Days for Life is an internation-al, religiously-based pro-life advocacy group that campaigns against abortion in over 20 nations worldwide. The visible, public centerpiece of 40 Days for Life is a focused, 40-day, non-stop, round-the-clock prayer vigil outside a single Planned Parenthood center or other abortion facility.

From March 6 to April 14, Kenosha will pray at : Planned Parenthood 3601 Roosevelt Road Sign up for a time to support life : 40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/kenosha

We pray that, with God’s help, this will mark the beginning of the end of abortion in our city — and beyond.

Thank you for participating. God bless you, Holy Angels, watch over you.