Our Lenten Bible Study this year will be on the Book of James. It is often described as one of the “Catholic Epistles” because of its emphasis on our response to God’s grace. Since Pope Benedict has made “justice” his focus of reflection during Lent, it seems appropriate to look at this book which deals with the Christian response to God’s gift of grace with faith and deeds.
March 8: An Introduction to the Book of James
March 15: Chapters 1 and 2, Deeds of Faith
March 22: Chapters 3 and 4, Call to Conversion
March 29: Chapter 5, Patience and Warnings.
The morning session will take place at 9:15 am. The evening session will begin at 7:00 pm. Both sessions will take place in the Steinhausen Center and will last an hour and a half.
Winnebago Indian Reservation Babies
Bring Baby products such as baby powder, shampoo, diapers, wipes, rash cream, etc. for the babies in need at the Winnebago Indian Reservation before the masses of March 20-21, 2010
Organized by the St. Columbkille Youth Leadership Team
For more information on this project, contact Mary Jane Zeller:
Phone- (402)339-0990 E-mail-
mjzeller@saintcolumbkille.org
This year St. Stephen the Martyr School is trying to win $100,000.00 from US Cellular. To win, they need to be in the top ten vote getters in the nation.
As of December 23rd, they were number 6!! The contest, which began in mid-November, ends January 15th. It is very easy to do-just go to a local US Cellular store and ask for a card (Calling All Communities)-go on line and vote using the access code on the card.
Official Instructions and Store Finder. Official results will be announced in February.
Let's help the St. Stephen the Martyr parish win this year!!
Christine M. Overkamp
Principal - St. Columbkille School
402-339-8706
We are now organized and ready to assist our parish members with FREE minor repairs and maintenance of their homes. Do you know someone who needs some help; seniors, disabled or a needy family? Or maybe you have some projects around your house that you just can't manage anymore?
We are prepared to do yard clean-up, gutters, wash windows, home cleaning, fix small plumbing, electrical, carpentry problems and other stuff. Just let us know what you need. No job is too small. Let us take care of that little nuisance for you. We can even tackle some big jobs.
Give us a try! Call the Parish Office at 402-339-3285 and leave a message for the Lend A Hand crew. We are eagerly waiting for your call.
Looking for something that helps explain or defend our faith? Grab a copy of Pillar of Fire, Pillar of Truth.
Want to understand the Mass a little better? Grab Father Larry Richard’s CD, The Mass Explained.
Want to read a good story with a Catholic flavor? Read Bud McFarlane’s best sellers: Pierced by a Sword, Conceived Without Sin, or House of Gold.
How about a little pocket book of Daily Catholic Devotions? Get yourself a copy of Living Faith.
Please examine these and other free materials in the vestibule near north doors, courtesy of the Knights of Columbus.
Art and Cathy Beccard are coordinators of the prayer line. You may e-mail your prayer requests to email or phone 402-592-5862.
In response to recent public Catholic persons' statements regarding abortion, the USCCB recently issue a statement entitled "Respect for Unborn Human Life: The Church's Constant Teaching." The statement begins:
"The Catechism of the Catholic Church states: 'Since the first century the Church has affirmed the moral evil of every procured abortion. This teaching has not changed and remains unchangeable. Direct abortion, that is to say, abortion willed either as an end or a means, is gravely contrary to the moral law' (No. 2271)"
The statement goes on to review this history and state "Given the scientific fact that human life begins at conception, the only moral norm needed to understand the Church's opposition to abortion is the principle that each and every human life has inherent dignity, and thus must be treated with the respect due to a human person.
To read the entire statement, you can find it at the USCCB website at this link: http://www.usccb.org/prolife/constantchurchteaching.pdf
Bishop
Louis Tagle said the following at the 49th International Eucharistic Congress in
Quebec: "I wish that Eucharistic Adoration would lead us to know Jesus more as the
compassionate companion of many crucified peoples of today. Let us adore Jesus who
offered His life as a gift to the Father for us sinners. Let us adore Him for ourselves,
for the poor, for the earth, for the church and for the life of the world."
To sign up for a weekly hour in our chapel, call Janet at 592-2351.
Please consider signing up for an hour of Adoration in our chapel. Call Janet, 402-592-2351, to find out available hours.
Read more...Eucharistic Adoration by Father Wee and Eucharistic Adoration Interview by Father Wee
Do you have a friend, neighbor, coworker or relative who has suffered a loss or is going through a difficult time? Here's a great way you can help them--tell them about our Stephen Ministry!
Stephen Ministers are members of St. Columbkille who have received special training to provide high quality, confidential, one-to-one, Christian care to hurting people. Stephen Ministers meet weekly with their care receivers to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. (Males are matched with males, and females are matched with females.)
The caring relationship lasts for as long as the person needs care. It's free and it's a powerful way you can help a hurting friend. To learn how to connect someone you know with a Stephen Minister, talk with one of our Stephen Ministry Leaders: Bob or Sandy Stier, 331-0716 or Mary Lyn Loeffler, 291-1125.
Our Stephen Ministers are there to care!
Spirit Catholic Radio 102.7 FM - KVSS needs your prayers. Please contact the radio station at 402-571-0200, email at kvss@kvss.com or visit www.kvss.com
The Holy Rosary with Monsignor Dunne. The rosary has been prayed since the thirteenth century. While meditating on the life of Jesus, one recites the prayers that bring one closer to Him and to His Mother, Mary. The Rosary is divided into three parts, each having five mysteries.
More information in the Weekly Bulletin
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