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The Most Holy Body And Blood Of Christ (Corpus Christi)• June 14, 2020

Prayer For Priests

Lord Jesus Christ, eternal High Priest, you offered yourself to the Father on the altar of the cross and through the outpouring of the Holy Spirit gave your priestly people a share in your redeeming sacrifice. Hear our prayer for the sanctifica-tion of our priests. Grant that all who are ordained to the ministerial priesthood may be ever more conformed to you, the Divine Master. May they preach the Gospel with pure heart and clear conscience. Let them be shepherds according to your own heart, single-minded in service to you and to the Church, and shining examples of a holy, sim-ple, and joyful life. Through the prayers of the

Blessed Virgin Mary, your Mother

and ours, draw all priests and the

flocks entrusted to their care to the

fullness of eternal life where you live

and reign with the Father and the

Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and

ever. Amen.

-Pope Benedict XVI World Priest Day—June 19

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From The Pastor’s Desk Our gradual return to Sunday Mass continues to go well. As time goes on, more and more parishioners are feeling comfortable and confident to rejoin times of common worship. However, I still encourage all parishioners to make prudent choices for their own health. Many heartfelt thanks to our amazing volunteers for stepping forward and assisting with all the ministries and tasks! Your com-mitment and generosity has helped many people receive Holy Communion. That is a great thing, especially on this Feast of Corpus Christi.

Based upon the very low numbers for the Sunday evening Mass, we have decided to cancel it. We simply do not need it at this time. This also will give us greater flexibility in scheduling First Holy Communion in July, which remains a top priority for us. Therefore, this Sunday, June 14, will be the last SUNDAY 4:00 P.M. Mass. Thanks for your understanding.

We raise up our heartfelt prayers for our nation and the world. These are challenging times. How-ever, we can be certain that prayer makes a positive difference. We pray for healing and reconcili-ation. We pray for respect for the rule of law and for equal justice under it. We pray for all victims of violence. We pray for our government leaders. And, we pray for the good men and women of law enforcement (including the many members of our parish who serve our community with dedi-cation and distinction). With the gradual reopening going well, we are happy to have a gradual return to other forms of prayer including Daily Mass (see bulletin each week for the current sched-ule) and a return to our common devotional prayers like Marian Devotions and Eucharistic Adora-tion.

I recently received word of my new assignment. Starting later this summer, I will be serving at the Congregation for Bishops in Rome. The Congregation for Bishops is one of the “departments” of the Holy See. This new appointment will be both a challenge and an adventure. In your kindness, please remember me in your prayers, as I prepare to take up this task and move far from home. As previously mentioned, I will remain as pastor of St. Alphonsus Parish until August 4, when Fr. Kevin McManaman takes up the mantle of leadership. We continue to pray for him during this time of transition.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

- Fr. Aaron Esch

Archbishop John Carroll’s Prayer For Government Composed for the Inauguration of George Washington-1789

Father Aaron concluded his homily this past Sunday with a Prayer composed by the first Catholic Bishop of our country, Archbishop John Carroll. We would like to share it with you:

We pray you, O God of might, wisdom, and justice, through whom authority is rightly administered, laws are enacted, and judgment decreed, assist with your Holy Spirit of counsel and fortitude the President of these United States, that his administration may be conducted in righteousness, and be eminently useful to your people, over whom he presides; by encouraging due respect for virtue and religion; by a faithful execution of the laws in justice and mercy; and by restraining vice and immorality.

Let the light of your divine wisdom direct the deliberations of Congress, and shine forth in all the proceedings and laws framed for our rule and government, so that they may tend to the preserva-tion of peace, the promotion of national happiness, the increase of industry, sobriety, and useful knowledge; and may perpetuate to us the blessing of equal liberty.

We pray for the governor of this state, for the members of the assembly, for all judges, magis-trates, and other officers who are appointed to guard our political welfare, that they may be enabled, by your powerful protection, to discharge the duties of their respective stations with honesty and ability.

We recommend likewise, to your unbounded mercy, all our fellow citizens throughout the United States, that we may be blessed in the knowledge and sanctified in the observance of your most holy law; that we may be preserved in union, and in that peace which the world cannot give; and after enjoying the blessings of this life, be admitted to those which are eternal.

Grant this, we beseech you, O Lord of mercy, through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

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Job Opening: Director of

Facilities Saint Alphonsus Parish is a very active parish with a friendly staff and a strong focus on serving the needs of our parishioners. We are looking for a responsible, hands-on person to fill the key role of Director of Facilities in service to our parish community. This full-time, year-round position is responsible for supervising our custodial staff and contracted cleaning service in the cleaning and main-tenance of all parish buildings and grounds, as well as performing routine and preventive maintenance for our major mechanical and electrical systems. The complete job description is available on the St. Alphonsus and Archdiocese of Milwaukee websites.

We offer a competitive salary, along with a complete benefits package. If you are inter-ested in joining a great team serving St. Alphonsus Parish, please send your resume, letter of interest, and completed Archdiocesan application to Kathy Jaeckels, Director of Finance, at kathyj@st-alphonsus.org or mail to 5960 West Loomis Road, Greendale, WI, 53129. Applications will be accepted through July 3, with an anticipated hire date of August 3.

Live Stream Mass Ministry We are looking for six people to learn the set up for live streaming the Sunday Mass. There are a lot of technical people in our congrega-tion, and we would like to add this ministry to Sunday’s Mass at 10:00 a.m. Once we return back to church with the assembly, the live stream liturgy will take place at the 11:00 a.m. Mass. We are always open to new ideas to help improve and update our church equip- ment. Please email terry@st-alphonsus.org, for more information.

CRS Rice Bowl Returns Now that we are able to gather for Mass, please return your offerings to the table in the Gathering Space. God bless you for your generous response.

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Now Hiring At St. Alphonsus The Associate Director of Christian Formation (ADCF) position is a ten month, part-time, salaried professional member of the Pastoral Staff, accountable to the Pastor and directly reporting to the Director of Christian Formation (DCF), and is responsible for working with the DCF in the areas of Christian Formation pertaining to Kindergarten through 5th grade. The hours per week called for in this position vary according to the demands of the day and season, but average 25 to 28 hours per week. Typically, the position has concentrated weekend hours with regular office days. Evening and weekend work is necessary. Please submit cover letter, resume, salary requirements and any references to barb@st-alphonsus.org, prior to June 22, 2020.

-Julie Lobitz, Director of Christian Formation

Christian Formation Registration Register your children now for the 2020-21 Christian formation classes (grades 5K-11/Confirmation). Go to the Faith Formation page of the St Alphonsus website (https://www.st-alphonsus.org/faith-formation/faithformation.cfm) to register. Information about classes, tuition and a class schedule are also available on the website. Please email christianformation@st-alphonsus.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing your children in class!

Christian Formation Needs Volunteers We are looking for volunteer catechists for our 2020-21 Christian Formation classes. If you are interested in a rewarding experience helping children grow in their faith, this is a great opportunity! Catechists for all grades (5K-11th Grade) are needed – classes meet 10-13 times, and all teaching materials are provided. If you are interested and would like to volunteer, please sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FAEAD2FAA8-catechist1. If you want more information or have questions, please email us at christianformation@st-alphonsus.org.

Food Pantry Collection (Note Earlier Date) Our regular scheduled June food pantry distribution date is June 28, but in order to avoid the Independence Day holiday, we are changing the date to next weekend, June 21. We most need canned fruit; soup; crack-ers of any sort; garbanzo, black, and baked beans.

We have two options for donations: Bring your items to Mass on June 20, or Mass on June 21, up to and including the 12:00 p.m. Mass. Place the items against the wall across from the library prior to start of the 12 p.m. Mass. Those donations will be picked up at noon.

There will also be a contact-less curbside drop off for donations at the pantry (parish house) north of the church between 11:30 and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 21. Please pull up on the Loomis side of the building and pop your trunk and have your donation inside for volunteers to remove.

Thank you for your generosity and support of those in need! -The Food Pantry Team

A Huge Thank You Our Saint Alphonsus Saint Vincent de Paul conference members want to give a BIG THANK YOU to the teachers and the NEHS (National Elementary Honor Society) students who organized and collected donations for our conference. The fundraiser was held in the St. Alphonsus parking lot on Thursday, June 4, 2020. Under the leadership and help of their teachers, Kathy Coxey, Mary Topp, Ginger Young, and Maureen Radish, these honor students showed how our young students can participate and make a difference in the lives of the needy.

Caroline Zierden, Gabi Trauberman, Brady McCravens, James Pangga, Jack Yamat, Heather Groppi, Erin Graeber, Joey Halser, Zack Nagel, Michael Phillilps, Emma Kate Porter, Madison Porubcan, Anne Scheidt, Calvin Sommer, and Emma Watson, YOU ALL ROCK! You collected $976.59. Also collected were a few homemade face masks and some food items. Keep up the good work! Blessings to all, -St. Vincent de Paul Society

2020 Catholic Steward-

ship Appeal Update As of May 31, 2020, St. Alphonsus has re-ceived pledges totaling $71,749.29, from 397 donors, which is 44.02% of our parish goal of $163,000.

There is still time to donate to this year’s Catholic Stewardship Appeal. Our many thanks to those who have graciously pledged funds so far this year!

Face Mask Sale Saint Alphonsus School is selling face masks that feature the St. Alphonsus logo. Each mask sells for $7.00, and all proceeds benefit the St. Alphonsus Home and School. The masks will be delivered to the St. Alphonsus School Office when they are ready. Once they arrive in the office, you will be contacted so that arrangements can be made for you to pick up your order. To order masks, go to: Facebook.com/stalsgreendale/posts/1102837653419878

Employment Opening At

St. Alphonsus School Saint Alphonsus School has a full-time em-ployment opening for the 2020-2021 School Year in the following area of instruction:

Middle School Social Studies: Grades 6-8

If you are interested in applying for this posi-tion, please send your cover letter, resume, and letters of recommendation to Mary Stallmann, Principal, mary@st-alphonsus.org.

Parish Giving Results Envelope and Offertory Contributions:

July 1, 2019 through June 9, 2020 * This Past Weekend’s Contributions $ 22,374 This Month’s Contributions (to date) $ 46,962 Last Year Same Month Contributions $ 47,169 (to date) Budgeted Amount for June $ 109,423

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For more detailed information on the Operations Budget and Balance Sheet, see the Monthly Financials at www.st-alphonsus.org/financecouncil.cfm.

Thank you for your generosity.

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Contacts Church Building 6060 West Loomis Road • Greendale, WI 53129 Parish Ministry Center & Christian Formation Office…….414-421-2442 5960 West Loomis Road • Greendale, WI 53129-1824 Fax…………………………………………………………………414-421-8744 E-mail…………………………………………………..stals@st-alphonsus.org Website………………………………………………….www.st-alphonsus.org Pastoral Staff…………………………………………………….414-421-2442 Pastor, Rev. Aaron Esch………………………… fraaron@st-alphonsus.org Associate Pastor, Rev. Britto Suresh…….. .brittosuresh@st-alphonsus.org

eileen@st-alphonsus.org Director of Finance, Kathy Jaeckels………………kathyj@st-alphonsus.org Director of Liturgy & Music, Terry Piontkowski ……terry@st-alphonsus.org Director of Christian Formation, Julie Lobitz…………..lobitzj@st-alphonsus.org

School Principal, Mary Stallmann…………………. mary@st-alphonsus.org Permanent Deacon, Ted Gurzynski……….theodore.gurzynski@gmail.com Permanent Deacon, James Leggett..jleggettfarmersinsurance@gmail.com

Rev. Walter Vogel………………………………………….Priest In Residence School Offices…………………………………………………..414-421-1760 6000 West Loomis Road • Greendale, WI 53129 School & Gym Entrances…………………………...6080 West Loomis Road Fax…………………………………………………………………414-433-0709 Pastoral Council Chairperson, Denna Flemming…………………..430-1482 Parish Trustee, Mary Sue Taft……………………………………….425-6400 Parish Trustee, Robert Lange………………………………………..940-2755 Neighborhood Outreach Program……………………………………488-6500 Emergency Food Pantry……………………………………………...514-4400

Prayer Network If you have a Special Intention for which you would like prayers, please call one of the St. Alphonsus Prayer Networks: St. Ann (Geri)…………………………………………………………..281-4507 St. Patrick (Holly)………………………………………………………282-0485 The networks are confidential; please feel free to contact them with your requests.

Temporary Eucharistic Celebrations Weekend Saturday 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am, 10:00 am & 12:00 pm Weekday Masses: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8:00 a.m. Sacrament of Baptism For Baptismal arrangements, call the Parish Office, 421-2442.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday ............................ 3:30 pm or anytime by appointment

Anointing of the Sick Please contact the parish office to make an appointment to be anointed

New Membership You can register online at www.st-alphonsus.org

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Do you know that St. Peregrine is the cancer saint?

THE PARISH OFFICE IS NOW STAFFED FOR

PHONE CALLS MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY

10:00 AM—4:00 PM; FRIDAY 10:00 AM—1:00 PM

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARISH OFFICES ARE

NOT OPEN FOR BUSINESS AT THIS TIME.

Scripture Readings Readings for the week of June 14, 2020 Sunday: Dt 8:2-3, 14b-16a/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20 [12]/1 Cor 10:16-17/ Jn 6:51-58 Monday: 1 Kgs 21:1-16/Ps 5:2-3ab, 4b-6a, 6b-7 [2b]/Mt 5:38-42 Tuesday: 1 Kgs 21:17-29/Ps 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 11 and 16 [cf. 3a]/Mt 5:43-48 Wednesday: 2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14/Ps 31:20, 21, 24 [25]/Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 Thursday: Sir 48:1-14/Ps 97:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7 [12a]/Mt 6:7-15 Friday: Dt 7:6-11/Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8, 10 [cf. 17]/1 Jn 4:7-16/Mt 11:25- 30 Saturday: 2 Chr 24:17-25/Ps 1 Sm 2:1, 4-5, 6-7, 8abcd [cf. 1]/Lk 2:41-51 Next Sunday: Jer 20:10-13/Ps 69:8-10, 14, 17, 33-35 [14c]/Rom 5:12-15/Mt 10:26-33

Observances for the week of June 14, 2020 Sunday: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ; Flag Day Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Saturday: The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary; World Refugee Day Next Sunday: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time; Father’s Day ©LPi

Question Of The Week Theme: The Eucharist is the center of our faith. Question for Youth: Jesus tells us that through the Eucharist we will remain in him and he is us. How does the Eucharist keep you in relation-ship with Jesus? Question for Adults: Share one way that the Eucharist connects us as “one body” – how does it change the way we relate to each other?

School Office Hours June 15-19: 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; June 22-26: 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. June 30: 8:00 a.m-1:00 p.m. Closed Mondays Closed Month of July and reopen on August 4 Office staff is available to answer your calls and emails the month of June. If you need to come to the office, please call and make an appoint-ment, 421-1760.

Mass Intentions Saturday, June • 13 St. Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor of the Church 4:00 pm † Andrew Placek 6:00 pm † Richard J. Biedrzycki Sunday, June • 14 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) 8:00 am † F. Wesolowski 10:00 am For the Parishioners 12:00 pm † Stan Rogers 4:00 pm † James Cyganiak Tuesday, June • 16 Weekday 8:00 am Mass 6:30 pm Rosary-Devotions Church-Thursday, June • 18 Weekday 8:00 am Mass

4:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration Church