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St. Joseph Parish, May 3, 2020
Email from April 22, 2020
A message from our Pastor, Fr. Andrew Umberg Dear St. Joseph Parishioners, Happy Easter! The Lord is Risen as He promised, Alleluia! We are now in the seven- week long celebration of this world-changing and life-changing event. I was happy to see how many of you have watched the Sacred Triduum at St. Joseph and many Sunday and weekday Masses that we have live-streamed over the last month. Our parish secretary, Dana Bresser, is usually camera woman, using her phone. On occasion, Dave Scholl, husband of our DRE Beth Scholl, fills in as camera man, using his phone (Dave Scholl told us how to do this live-streaming and has lent his camera tripod to us—thank you Dave!). Unfortunately, as many of you have noticed, some days we do not have sound. I am most sorry that our beautiful Easter Sunday morning liturgy, which sounded great in church, was a silent movie for those at home. (The only time it is silent on purpose is during distribution of communion.) I want to assure you that we do everything we can to produce a quality live-streaming. However, sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. We considered having a camera hard-wired to a system that would offer live-streaming to you, but the business that does this is closed because of the Coronavirus. The good news is that, due to Dana’s and Dave’s generosity, this live-streaming doesn’t cost the parish a dime. As you know, there is hot debate about reopening the country and returning to normal life. I have speculated that sometime in May we might be able to have public Masses again. (Is this wishful thinking on my part?) Whenever the Bishop’s begin to allow public Masses, I believe that they will continue to dispense the faithful from their Sunday obligation through some or most of the summer. I apologize for not yet arranging to have my Lenten bible class videos (the three-part “Whirlwind Tour of the Bible”) posted on the website; I still need to do a little bit of editing. If you haven’t tried reading the New Testament, one chapter a day, you might begin that; it’s never too late! Also, reading the Acts of the Apostles (at any pace) is informative, edifying and entertaining. Other than to wish all of you health and mental sanity during the rest of this time of stay-at-home coronavirus mitigation, I would like to offer a few entertainment suggestions during this time when you are running out of ideas (and we are getting close to re-run season);
Jane Austen, the famous English author from the early
Nineteenth Century, wrote several novels four of which have acquired enduring fame. If you don’t like to read, the wonder of television and movies is there to help you. There are fairly recent movies with famous Hollywood stars in them; Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Persuasion. There is also a BBC/A&E Pride and Prejudice series that is available for purchase on Amazon and other sites where videos are sold (I assure you, I own no stock in any of the media companies involved in any of these entertainment recommendations). This 1995 Pride and Prejudice series runs about five hours. I am so enthusiastic about the quality and entertainment value of this series that I have recommended it to many people throughout my life. The story has many characters and items of Nineteenth Century English culture that can be confusing to the first time viewer. Because of my belief in the greatness of
this series, I have recently written an “orientation commentary” for anyone who chooses to take my advice and watch it. (To benefit from it, you would not have to study it; just look it over and keep it as a handy reference) This commentary should be on our website shortly after we send this email. Please let me know if you watch the show, and we can discuss it, thus adding to our pastime.
I recently watched a 2008 documentary movie on Youtube, entitled, “The Wrecking Crew”. I had seen it at an independent movie theater when it first came out, and I had to watch it when Youtube suggested it to me. As a documentary, it starts off kind of slow, but it tells the story through interviews, of a group of studio musicians, also known as session musicians. This group of talented people played much of the instrumental music on the hit rock & roll records of the 1960’s. There is a lot of interesting information for the fan of the pop music of that era. I highly recommend it.
Another video that you might have to purchase to watch
would be “Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night”. This 1988 video was once featured on public television and has Roy Orbison performing his many great songs with an all-star band and back-up singer section. If you like Roy Orbison and his gut-wrenching lyrics, that video is for you.
While I am on music ideas, here are two more: Find a
copy of Linda Rondstadt’s first Greatest Hits Album (the cover has her face and a maroon background), or watch your favorite piece of classical music on Youtube (they will come up with a lot of other suggestions for classical music performances that you may like).
I hope some of you find these to be entertaining ideas. Know that I continue to pray for you and for an end to this pandemic crisis. God bless you and your families. Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Fr. Andrew J. Umberg
If you are new to our Church or just visiting, we are pleased to have you share in this celebration of the Eucharist. If you would like to join our parish, registration forms are available in the Gathering Space, parish office, or by visiting St. Joseph’s website at
stjosephnorthbend.com. Hearing Devices are available for hearing impaired.
Welcome to St. Joseph!
From the Pastor...
ACTS 2:14A, 36-41 1 PETER 2: 20B-25
JOHN 10:1-10
For links to commentaries on the Sunday Readings: www.catholiccincinnati.org/oec/adults.htm
Sunday Readings
Vocation Views ‘Repent and be baptized!’ Our life as Christian
disciples is a constant conversion to the Lord; we must constantly live out the commitments made at our own
Baptism. (Acts 2:38)
Stewardship of Treasure
Weekly Collection Weekly Goal $12,000.00
Offertory, April 26, 2020 $ 5,213.00 On line Donations $ 3,167.50 Total Weekly Offertory $ 8,380.50
5200 Club $100 Winner for April 27, 2020: Leroy Robben Thank you for your continued financial support through your electronic online contributions and by mailing in your collection envelopes during these trying times.
Stewardship & the Word Fourth Sunday of Easter
Jesus says, “I came that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Good stewards are grateful for the gift of life
and joyfully share their abundance with others. See John 10:10
Religious Education Summer Program
Registration now open
“Bee” ready to learn about your catholic faith and
catch the buzz about the “Bee-atitudes.”
Students who will be entering Grades 1 through 8 for next school year (2020-2021) should attend. Please mark the
following dates on your calendar: JUNE 1st – June 12th
(Monday through Friday, 6/1-6/5 and 6/8-6/12)
Go to www.stjosephnorthbend.com. Click on Formation, then click on Pre K to Grade 8, and look on the right to click on Religious Education Registration. If you do not have online access, or if you have other questions, please contact Beth Scholl at: 513-941-3661, ext.15, or email bethschollstjosephnorthbend.com
DEPENDING ON OUTCOME OF THE “STAY AT HOME ORDER” AFTER MAY 3RD, 2020, THIS IS SUBJECT
TO CHANGE
Around our Parish ARE YOU CELEBRATING
A SIGNIFICANT WEDDING ANNIVERSARY IN 2020?
Married couples celebrating a significant wedding anniversary (25, 40, 50, 60, 65, 70, 75) in 2020 are invited to request a congratulatory certificate from Archbishop Dennis Schnurr. These certificates will be distributed here at St. Joseph Church during the Wedding Anniversary Celebration (time to be deter-mined). Please visit the Office for Marriage and Family Life Website at www.catholiccincinnati.org or call 513-263-6692 before June 19th to request your certificate. GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY MASS 2020 Married couples celebrating their 50th wedding Anniversary in 2020 are invited to attend the following Golden Anniversary Mass: Cincinnati: August 1, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. at St. Peter in Chains Cathedral, Cincinnati. Archbishop Dennis Schnurr, Celebrant. Please call 513-263-6692 or visit the Office For Marriage and Family Life at www.catholiccincinnnati.org before June 19th to register.
St. Joseph Parish, May 3, 2020
FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 3, 2020: SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2020 11:00 a.m. Parish MONDAY, MAY 4, 2020 8:00 a.m. Mass intention moved; No Mass TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2020 8:00 a.m. Mary Sullivan (Pam & Bill Burkhart) WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2020 8:00 a.m. Donna Reising (Special Intention) (Sue Wurtzler) THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2020 8:00 a.m. Pat Niehaus (Judy Walsh) FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2020 8:00 a.m Theresa King (St. Joseph Ladies Society) SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2020 4:30 p.m. Nick Romweber (Family) SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2020 11:00 a.m. Parish
Mass Intentions FOR MAY 9TH AND MAY 10TH: (Subject to Reopening of Public Mass)
4:30 P.M. MASS Lectors: Anthony Bresser, Bill Schinkal Extra-Ordinary Ministers: Dana Bresser, Maryann Schmidt Co-Ord: Mary Carol Davis Ushers: Paul Beck, Paul Wendel Servers: Nicholas Bresser, Olivia Bresser, Bonnie Pflum 8:30 A.M. MASS Lectors: Heather Dulle, Dick Janson Extra-Ordinary Ministers: Mary Bell, Sally Olding Co-Ord: Tom Walter Ushers: Rose Smith, Les Wilson Servers: Anthony Longano, John Paul Longano, Tommy Longano 11:00 A.M. MASS Lectors: Michael Groh, Bruce Tumlin Extra-Ordinary Ministers: Pat Heidorn, Jodi McDonald Co-Ord: Marion Merten Ushers: Tom McDonald, Ben Staubach Servers: Ady McDonald, Anabelle McDonald, Brady Volk
Minister’s Schedule
(Canceled Until Further Notice) Sun., May 10: To Be Announced Mon., May 11: To Be Announced Tues., May 12: To Be Announced Wed., May 13: To Be Announced Thurs., May 14: To Be Announced Fri., May 15: To Be Announced Sat., May 16: To Be Announced Sun., May 17: To Be Announced
Parish Calendar
(Canceled Until Further Notice) Sun., May 3: 10:30 am Mass Mon., May 4: No Mass Tues., May 5: 8:00 am Mass Live-Stream Wed., May 6: 8:00 am Mass Live Stream Thurs., May 7: 8:00 am Mass Live Stream Fri., May 8: 8:00 am Mass Live Stream Sat., May 9: 4:30 pm Mass Live-stream Sun., May 10: 10:30 am Mass
Looking Ahead
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Bringing God’s Blessings to Saint Joseph Parish
FUTURE Communion Class 2020
These pictures were taken April 26th, which was the Sunday that our students were originally scheduled to receive First Holy Communion. The
teachers and I missed the children so much we decided to reach out with some prayers, a few treats, toys with scripture quotes, and a Prayer corner kit for their homes. We brought each other some “Son” shine amidst the rain and kept our social distance. Please pray for them!
RENEW CONSECRATION TO MARY,
THE MOTHER OF OUR CHURCH
U.S. and Canadian Catholic Bishops Is
Seeking Intercession of Mary,
Mother of the Church, for Strength in
the Struggle Against COVID-19
Consecration took place on May 1st.
“This will give the Church the occasion to pray for Our
Lady’s continued protection of the vulnerable, healing of the
unwell, and wisdom for those who work to cure this terrible
virus,” said Archbishop Gomez in a letter to the U.S.
bishops. Each year, the Church seeks the special intercession
of the Mother of God during the month of May. “This year,
we seek the assistance of Our Lady all the more earnestly as
we face together the effects of the global pandemic,” he said.
The consecration on May 1. . . follows a similar action of the
bishops’ conference of Latin America and the Caribbean
(CELAM) who consecrated their nations to Our Lady of
Guadalupe on Easter Sunday. The renewal of consecration
planned in this country for May 1 does not change the
designation of Mary as the Patroness of the United States
under the title of the Immaculate Conception. Rather, this
prayer reaffirms and renews previous Marian entrustments,
and unites us in solidarity with our Holy Father, who recently
established the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
Mother of the Church, as a source of protection and strength.
St. Joseph Parish, May 3, 2020
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St. Joseph Parish, May 3, 2020
St. Joseph Parish, May 3, 2020
Saturday 4:30pm · Sunday 8:30am, 11am Weekdays 8:00am
Holy Days: 8:00am and 7pm Parish Office
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm M-TH 8:30am-12:30pm FRI Phone: 941-3661 Fax: 941-8559
Email: [email protected] Website: stjosephnorthbend.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/StJosephNorthBend
Bulletin Deadline: 10 days prior to publish date
Mass Schedule Pastor
Rev. Andrew Umberg (513) 941-3661 ext. 11
Pastoral Associate Marti Barnes
Business Manager Karen Thorpe
Director of Religious Education Beth Scholl
Music Director Mia Williams
Parish Staff
Confession: Saturday 3:45pm
Baptism: All parents are required to go through the Parish Baptismal Prepara-tion Class. Parents may choose to participate before or after the birth of their child. To register, please contact Marti Barnes, Pas-toral Associate.
RCIA: If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith please contact Marti Barnes, Pastoral Associate.
Sacrament of the Sick: Notify the Parish Office or Fr. Umberg for anointing of the sick, communion to the sick, shut-ins, or when in the hospital or nursing home. Matrimony: One of the engaged, or his/her parents, must be registered & an active parishioner at least 6 months prior to scheduling a wedding. Call or email Marti Barnes, Pastoral Associate, to make an appoint-ment with Fr. Umberg at least six months in advance of the wedding.
Sacraments
Pastoral Council
Member Phone Email Tony Bresser 473-8444 [email protected] Bruce Tumlin 353-4518 [email protected] Elaine Kruse 941-7613 [email protected] Don Larrick 941-0538 [email protected] Agnes Maddock 467-6887 [email protected] Michael Groh 574-7828 [email protected]
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