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Stewardship Report forFebruary 12 & 13, 2011

Week 33 of our fiscal yearActual Budget

Over/(Under)Budget

Envelope offering 7,218

Electronic offering 3,862

Plate offering 750

Total offering 11,830 19,500 -7,670

Year-to-date Total offering 524,711 682,500 -157,789

ARE YOU LAUGHING?Funny how long an hour with God seems, but how quickly a team plays sixty minutes of basketball. People can’t find time to pray, but always talk to friends. Think how thrilled we are with sports overtime, yet we complain about a fifteen-minute homily. Everyone wants front seats at a concert, but they scramble for back pews at Mass. People want advanced notice for a church event, but fit in other activities in a heartbeat. We say it is difficult to learn and share the faith, but admit how simple it is to understand and repeat gossip. So many easily believe TV news, but question Church teaching. Consider how big one hundred dollars looks in the offertory, but how small at the mall. Everyone wants to go to heaven but is reluctant to believe, think, say, or do anything difficult. We always expect the Church to help us, but we don’t think we have to step up to help the Church. Funny, isn’t it?

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What is Spring Fling?Guardian Angels Spring Fling is one of the parish’s biggest fundraisers. Funds from the event are used for school operations and improvements. In the past, we have purchased the mobile computer lab, new computers for the computer lab, desks, chairs, science tables and equipment. A few years ago, we were able to completely fund GATV, our in-school television production studio, video distribution system and all the projectors and video/audio equipment needed in each classroom. Each year, we try to mix things up a bit and this year is no exception -- the event will be held in the brand new Hazeltine National Golf Club Clubhouse. With sweeping views of the championship golf course, this new facility is sure to create a gorgeous backdrop for this year’s event. Be one of the first to see the new clubhouse by reserving your spot today at www.GASpringFling.org. More information and a registration form is available on the back cover of this bulletin.

Schedule of Events6:00 p.m. Check-in, cocktails, appetizers Silent Auction Opens8:00 p.m. Welcome Blessing by Fr. Paul Jarvis Dinner Service Begins Video Presentation Program and Live Auction Begins10:00 p.m. Check Out Opens Dance the Night Away!

MenuCocktails and Appetizers (served during silent auction)

Mixed Green Salad with Candied Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette, Artisan Rolls with Butter

Maple Roasted Chicken with Dried Cherries, Leek Confit and Almonds with Maple Vinaigrette, Yukon Gold Potato Puree, Seasonal Vegetables

or Grilled Vegetable Ravioli with Preserved Tomato CreamDessert & Coffee

Saturday, April 9, 2011! 6 p.m. to Midnight ! Hazeltine National Golf Club, Chaska, Minnesota

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Mass IntentionsTuesday Geraldine Pieper + / Tom Jensen +Wednesday Joe & Audrey Lano +Friday Marvin Plyka +Saturday Don Pauly +Sunday (8am) Gisella Mieseler +Sunday (10am) Lisa Hammers +Sunday (6:15pm) Alvera Arnst +

CHURCH & SCHOOL STAFFListed Alphabetically

E-Mails for Staff: FirstInitialLastName@GAchaska.orgExample: PJarvis@GAchaska.org

Rev. Mr. Jim Bauhs, Deacon 227-4000Eric Crowell, Dir of Operations & Communications 227-4008Amy Gallus, School Principal 227-4010Fr. Paul Jarvis, Pastor 227-4000Fr. Thomas Joseph, Sacramental Minister within the Latino Community 227-4093Emily Klinker, Director of Faith Formation 227-4007Maria Koehn, Latino Administrative Assistant 227-4015Lori Reznick, School Administrative Assistant 227-4010Jean Rief, Pastoral Associate 227-4095 Jerry Roth, Parish Director 227-4002Miguel Salinas, Room Scheduling 227-4004Jennifer Salwei, Accounting 227-4001Teresa Schmidt, Director of Worship 361-0181Fr. Conran Schneider, O.F.M. (Pastoral Care) 361-0414Brian Winfield, Maintenance Supervisor 227-4013

LAY-LEADERSHIP POSITIONSTRUSTEES Steve Rasmussen 448-5922 Mark Sanda 277-4283 Bill Meyer, Trustee EmeritusPARISH COUNCIL, Tim Collins 270-2341 TCollins@acosta.comFINANCE COUNCIL, Matthew Udermann (Interim) Matthew.Udermann@bestbuy.com FAITH FORMATION COMMISSION, Ed Hajek eahajek@yahoo.com 960-4940SCHOOL ADVISORY COMMITTEE, Tom Tierney, thomas.tierney@gmail.com 239-8799PARENT/TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO) Cecilia Laube, laubes2006@yahoo,com 448-6161 Keith Erickson, Keith.Erickson@wellsfargo.com 368-7349PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY Dianne Eiden 201-6045USHERS/GREETERS Marty O’Keefe, martyok@embarqmail.com 368-7541PRAYER LINE, Jessica Oberpriller 361-3165 Jessica.Oberpriller@gmail.com

Knights of Columbus Calendar Raffle Results

Please call Steve at (952) 448-3127 or Chuck at (952) 448-2819 to collect your winnings. Congratulations!

This Week’s Sponsor: Minnesota Twins

Upcoming Coffee & Donuts: Today: Mar. 6: Finance Council, Mar 13: D of I, Mar. 20: Parish Council, Mar. 27: CCW

Next Weekend!s ReadingsFirst Reading — The man and the woman ate the fruit of the one tree that God had told them to avoid, and their shame overtook them (Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7).Psalm — Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned (Psalm 51).Second Reading — Death reigned from Adam to Moses, but now grace and life abound in Christ Jesus (Romans 5:12-19 [12, 17-19]).Gospel — Jesus was led into the desert by the Spirit and there he fasted for forty days and forty nights (Matthew 4:1-11).

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8 a.m.6 p.m.7 p.m.7:30 p.m.

Word & Communion Service, ChurchPrayer Shawl Ministry, OfficeLeadership Structure Meeting, SFHKnights of Columbus Mtg, Conf

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8 a.m.6 p.m.6:30 p.m.7 p.m.

Mass, ChurchAngelFest Meeting, Parish HouseBeFriender Meeting, SCC ConfScout Troop 391 Leader Mtg, SFH

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98 a.m.9:20 a.m.6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m.7:30 p.m.

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Mass, ChurchMass, ChurchFaith Formation - Go directly to Church for Ash Wednesday MassMass, ChurchMass in Spanish, Church

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8 a.m.After Church6:45 p.m.

Word & Communion Service, ChurchQuilters, SFHThursday Night Choir Rehearsal, Loft

FRI

118 a.m.4:30-7:30pm5 p.m.7 p.m.7 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

No School - Teacher Work Day

Mass, ChurchK of C Fish Fry, GymStations of the Cross (in Spanish), ChurchStations of the Cross (in English), ChurchSpanish Speaking Choir Rehearsal, LoftYouth Group Movie Night, SFH

SAT

12

9 a.m.5 p.m.7 p.m.

Overeaters Anonymous Group, Conf.Mass (with Children’s Liturgy), ChurchSpanish Prayer Group, SFH

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13

8 a.m.9:15 a.m.10 a.m.10 a.m.Noon4 p.m.4:30 p.m.6:15 p.m.7 p.m.7:30 p.m.

Mass, ChurchSunday Adult Choir Rehearsal, LoftMass with Sunday School, ChurchRCIA at Basilica of St. MaryMass in Spanish, ChurchAdult Bible Study, SFH6.1.5. Music Rehearsal, Church6.1.5 Mass, ChurchSunday Evening Basketball, GymConfirmation “Year 1” Meeting, Church

Mass Intentions … Mass intentions may be for the living and the departed, with a + designating in the bulletin a deceased person. There is a $10 suggested donation per Mass intention. Permission from the sick person or his/her family must be granted before a name’s inclusion in these prayers. To schedule a Mass intention, call Jean in the parish office (see contacts, page 2)

Baptism … Sacramental preparation is required for all parents. Godparents and Grandparents are also encouraged to attend. Baptismal prep sessions are given every other month and Baptism Masses are held once a month. Call Jean in the parish office (see contacts, opposite page) to schedule a child for Baptism and the parents for baptismal prep.

Prayers of the Faithful ….If you would like a name included in our Prayers of the Faithful for the sick, please call the Parish Office.

Penance...Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and anytime by appointment.

Matrimony...pre-registration required one year in advance; marriage preparation course is required.

Anointing… 1st weekend of the month following each Mass. For other requests, please contact the office.

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The city of Chaska feels that churches in our community are a very important part of what makes us special. As such we would like to recognize your church for what it does to help build community and invite you to be our guest at the Chaska Community Center.

We have selected Sunday, March 20 as the one day when all of Guardian Angels families can use the CCC at no cost! FREE! All you need to do is identify that you are a member of Guardian Angels Church.

Free usage of the pool, free ice skating, free gym use, free racquetball court rental, free play castle usage. Go on-line at www.chaskacommunitycenter.com to view scheduled times for each CCC component you may be interested in.

We hope that G.A. church families can enjoy this day and participate in many of the wonderful and fun opportunities, which the CCC has to offer. Thank you for all that you do in helping to build a better community!

DID YOU KNOW? G.A. has a Can Recycling Program? Be sure to drop off your aluminum cans in the shed behind the church! This is a great way to support the ministries at G.A.!

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SCHOOL NEWSGuardian Angels School is now accepting Registrations for the 2011-2012 school year. If a faith-filled, academically strong, top-notch technology integration and service-oriented education is what you desire for your children, call 952 227-4010, or visit our web-site at www.gachaska.org. All registration materials are available on-line.

Check out KARE 11 News on Monday, March 7th--our International Language Program will be featured. This is a new program being developed that is linking our school to Almondale School in Concepcion, Chile. By linking our Spanish classes with our Technology classes, we will be having video chats, e-mail correspondence, and a sharing of cultural differences throughout all grades from Kindergarten to eighth grade beginning in March.

Come see students in grades 2 – 8 perform “Sleeping Beauty”! Prairie Fire Theatre and GA School Students will be presenting a live performance on Friday, March 18th at 7:00 p.m. in our school gym. Tickets are $3.00 each.

Congratulations to the following GA alums who achieved the Dean’s List for Chaska High School for First Semester!

Dean’s List 1 (grade point average of 3.65 or higher): Kelsey Berens (12), Rachel Essler (12), Nicole Oldsberg (11), Aly Perrill (10), Paige Salwei (12), and Brandon Stacken (10).

Dean’s List 2 (grade point average of 3.0 to 3.649): Katherine Henning (11), Dillon Tran (9), and Molly Williams (12).

Congratulations to the following GA alums who achieved the Dean’s List for Chanhassen High School for First Semester!

Dean’s List 1 (grade point average of 3.65 or higher): Jason Karschnia (11), Jessie Lynch (12), Mari Lynch, (11), April Nault (11), Paige Nault (9), Catherine Vannett (11), Mary Welter (11), and Erin Wolke (11).

Dean’s List 2 (grade point average of 3.0 to 3.649): Kaitlin Meger (9) and Adam Kadisak (12).

!=.2>=?&@A&!>=&7==BKortney Hoen started teaching at Guardian Angels in March of 2009, as the long term substitute teacher for Fifth grade. She was then offered the full-time Kindergarten teacher position, it is now her 2nd year. She says, "I have enjoyed my time so far at GA, especially the students and staff!"

Kortney also works a second job, but when she is not doing that or here at school; she tries to keep herself active! During the school year, she plays on a recreational volleyball team. In the summer is when she tries to catch-up on all her book reading (She loves all genres of books). If she’s not home with her dog, Harley, she is playing on a women’s league and a co-ed league softball team and she also plays sand volleyball! In addition, she loves to hang out with her nieces and nephew in the summer by taking them to Valleyfair, a movie, or her favorite--going to her cabin and enjoying the serenity of peace on earth, by reading, relaxing, playing games with her family, swimming, or her favorite--going jet skiing.

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>.6@:Friday, March 11, 2011 - Service and Celebrate!

Two opportunities for our Middle School Youth to come together on one Friday evening!

First be a part of serving others at the Knights of Columbus Fish Fry! We need 6-8 middle school students and their parents for two different shifts. As a thank you for our hard work the Knights of Columbus will be donating $500 to our new and growing ministry! Please contact Nina Greenwood (chaskagreenwoods@chaska.net or 651-250-8741) to sign up for either the 4-6pm or 6-8pm.

Later that evening we will gather at 7:30pm for a movie night! We will be watching the amazing movie—The Blind Side. As always the movie is free, we will be selling movie theatre style snacks! Bring a friend, bring your family! All are welcome!!!

Come to one or come to both! Just be sure to come and have fun with other Middle School Youth

You want the most out of life?You gotta check out Cursillo

(ker-SEE-yo)!"""""""The Cursillo is an encounter with Christ. It promotes a spiritual revitalization of our world. By living a fully Christian life, we bring Christ to others, including members of our family, school, workplace, nursing homes, our relationships, etc.

Cursillo develops a consciousness that we are called to be active, modern-day disciples.

In the Cursillo Movement, we approach evangelization as a very natural act of being Christ-like within each of our daily activities. We realize that while most people would like to live their lives in a Christ-like manner, the pressures of the world often make this difficult.

The Cursillo Movement provides a method and a technique to provide each of us with the tools, the mentality, the strength, and the support to make this natural type of evangelization possible.

The Cursillo Movement is dedicated to spreading the Word of God and helping people form a closer relationship with Jesus Christ.

The Cursillo employs a method that emphasizes the importance of a balanced life of spirituality, continued spiritual study, and action. The Cursillo method enables you to:

! Expand your prayer life

! Spiritually grow through possible on-going formation that increases your knowledge about God's Word and your Catholic faith.

! Spread God's Word in a natural way to the people you interact with in the very environments in which you live.

A growing number of parishioners at Guardian Angels and elsewhere are attending these “encounters” … and they are finding the enriching spiritual lives they’ve long wanted.

To go on the upcoming Cursillo retreats in March, please contact Laurie Forner, Scott Forner, Jean Rief, Jim Healy, Tina Healy, Scott Guillemette, Marie Guillemette, Jenny Richelsen, Melanie Forner, Fr. Paul Jarvis, or Mike Richelsen. They are found in your parish directory.

Otherwise contact Jean Rief at jrief@gachaska.org, or 612-245-9252. Or Laurie and Ken Forner at laforner@visi.com or 612-201-7002

For more information, you may also want to check the Twin Cities Cursillo website www.tc-cursillo.org

Did you know this about YOU?I get lots of letters and cards from locals who check out G.A. for the first time … or who may be visiting Chaska and attend Mass at what is clearly Chaska’s landmark … or are curious parishioners from nearby parishes/congregations … and they invariably say something similar to what a recent newcomer wrote about you:

“Although I have been to (G.A.) twice … I plan on continuing attending, and hopefully get more involved.! At each Mass I attended, I sat with the nicest people.! I felt so welcome.! I just wanted to let you know how G.A. brought me back to the Church.! And I hope to stay.”

There are lots of Catholic and Protestant churches that have stimulating liturgies and homilies/sermons. A ton of them have brand new facilities, a majestic landmark footprint in the city, or cathedralesque beauty equal to ours. Yes, these features attract lots of folks.

But what keeps ‘em coming back ... what gets them to actually join … what actually engages them in the life of the church and “The Way” of Jesus Christ is …

YOU!More specifically, your friendliness, your pride about your parish and its accomplishments, your welcoming spirit. How you introduce newcomers to others. How you actually invite people downstairs for donuts and coffee. And when you see someone sitting alone – in the pew or at a St. Francis Hall table – you actually join them.

In an age where people are disconnected and lonely, YOU are the antidote. That’s the secret of G.A., really. Keep on doing this until we get to 1,500 households, then you can taper off the friendliness just a wee bit. ~ Fr. Paul

HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR MARCH

Latin American Nations—That the nations of Latin America may walk in fidelity to the Gospel and progress in justice and peace.

Persecuted Christians—That the Holy Spirit may give light and strength to those in many regions of the world who are persecuted and discriminated against because of the Gospel.

Upcoming weekend retreats:

Men's Retreat at St. Henry Church, 1001 East 7th St, Monticello, MN / March 10 (evening) -13, 2011

Women's Retreat at St. Henry Church / March 17(evening) -20, 2011

It has recently come to our attention that many don’t know that Guardian Angels Church has been accepting aluminum cans for recycling for many, many years now! This has been a very successful revenue source for the church and funds our ministries. Please bring your cans to the can shed behind the church and we will take them from there. Questions? Please call the parish office.

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WHO: Married, Engaged or Dating couplesWHAT: Movie Night featuring the movie FireProof Chocolate and snacks served after video.WHEN: Saturday, March 19th starting at 7 p.m.WHY: Get together with other couples who believe marriage is important & have a great time!WHERE: St. Francis Hall, Guardian AngelsHOW MUCH: Free-Will OfferingSponsored by: Chaska Area Marriage Encounter Community

Registration preferred but walk-ins welcomedFor information or registration contact

Dennis & Jane Hively 952-448-6702, Dan & Richie Klein 952-448-4406 or Bill & Maria Boecker 952-448-6633

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6.1.5. 2nd Sunday Choir will be singing on March 13! This choir is composed of anyone and everyone, students from GA school, faith formation and anyone who attends mass at GA, their friends, older siblings, parents, grandparents – anyone 6th grade and older who wishes to sing! To sing on Sunday March 13 please show up for the same day rehearsal at 4:45 and please call your YES to Teresa Schmidt at 361-0181 or e-mail to tschmidt@gachaska.org so that we can prepare hymn packets for singers.

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Do you ever wonder…… if what we do at, and through, Guardian Angels parish and our school is working?

Check out the following thank you note sent last Summer to me about a parishioner and G.A. School alumnus representing us before others.

I just found it in my desk, and thought you might be inspired by it. Believe me, there are a lot of parishioners – young and not-so-young – who could be receiving similar expressions of appreciation.

~ Fr. Paul

Next weekend, March 12 & 13, you will be asked to make a financial commitment to the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA). Have you given prayerful consideration to your gift for the 2011 CSA? Have you? If you simply make a gift with the change in your pockets, we will not be able to serve all those who need our help. We need each of you to help us be the “Hands of Christ” in supporting the people and the work of our Archdiocese.

Pastoral Care Ministry at Guardian Angels

Pastoral Care at Guardian Angels focuses on visiting parishioners who have become sick or have had an accident in the short term or due to age or illness in the long term and are no longer able to come, worship, and pray with their Church community on a regular basis. Pastoral Care Ministers bring the church community to them through supportive and practical ways such as visits, bringing communion, as well as supplying news of events and parish literature.

Pastoral care derives its name and nature from the meaning of shepherd and suggests the work of the shepherd with the flock. That is why Cannon Law speaks of Pastoral Care as a necessary service for parish life.

Because of the Right to Privacy laws, Guardian Angels is not notified of parishioners who are hospitalized, homebound, or have entered a health care facility. We must hear from the parishioner, family member, or friend if they would like to be visited by a member of the pastoral care team. Please call the parish office at 952-227-4000.!!!!!!

New Pastoral Care Ministers NeededGuardian Angels must continue to be prepared to meet and serve the growing pastoral care needs of our parish community. Additional volunteer pastoral ministers are always needed and welcome.

If you are interested in becoming a pastoral minister, contact Jean Rief, Pastoral Care M i n i s t e r , a t 9 5 2 - 2 2 7 - 4 0 9 5 o r JRief@GAchaska.org.

!"#$%&C<#9+<&D)<E$F&6+$*All are welcome to gather for Taizé Prayer in the Sanctuary of St. Hubert on Thursdays, March 17 and April 14, at 7:00 p.m. Taizé prayer is a quiet simple way of prayer designed for people of all Christian traditions. The candle lit service includes simple chants sung repeatedly, rich silence, scripture readings, and a reflection. Enter into Taizé Prayer during your Lenten journey -- open your heart to hear the whispering of the Lord. (1 Kings 19) St. Hubert Catholic Church, 8201 Main Street, Chanhassen.

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We are planning a trip to the Holy Land, Sept. 12-21, 2011. Would you like to see the places where Jesus walked the earth, or where Peter went sailing and fishing on the Lake of Galilee? The cost of the trip is $2,995 and includes airfare from MSP, taxes and guided tours during the trip. Father Tom Boedy, SJ, will be the spiritual director for our trip. Father Boedy currently serves as the Sacramental Associate at St. Mark's in Shakopee. If you are interested, or would like more information, please give Richard Wiggin, of Particular Tours, a call at 952-445-2056 or call Father Boedy at 952-403-0231.

&#'()&*+The Shakopee Knights of Columbus sponsoring a Lenten Fish Dinner on Friday, March 18, 2011, at the Shakopee Knights Event Center, 1760 4th Ave E, in Shakopee. Baked or fried fish, potato salad & au gratin potatoes, green beans, salad bar, fresh baked bread, dessert and coffee or milk, will be served continuously from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The cost is $10.00 per adult, (age 11 or older), $5.00 for children age 5 to 10, and children 4 and under are free. All you care to eat.

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"Remain Humane Even in Inhumane Circumstances." The University of St. Thomas Symphonic Wind Ensemble will present "Light From the Yellow Star: Art Faith Humanity," featuring the world premiere performance of a St. Thomas-commissioned work by Boris Pigovat. Also featured will be the St. Paul City Ballet. Dr. Robert Fisch will provide art and commentary. General admission is $6; admission is free for St. Thomas students (with ID). This event is part of interfaith art pARTners, a Twin Cities festival. Contact: 651-962-5850

EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY...

Mother Teresa called herself a "pencil in the hands of God." During Lent, the Church invites you to look at what God has "written" thus far with, through and in you.

Lent is an especially appropriate time in which to take the journey back in time to trace your life story, your autobiography. An excellent guide for such a journey is the person upon whom the season of Lent centers: Jesus. The parts of Jesus' journey parallel your own.

1. Your background. You'll need to look at your background: where you grew up, your parents and friends, what you did when you were younger. Look at these parts in the life of Jesus and reflect on what is similar between your journey and Jesus’. How have your surroundings shaped you? What's happening right now? Where is there division in the world and in your life?

2. Your public life. You are part of a neighborhood, a parish, a nation and a world. In this context, you have had experiences of grace. You have been called to consider the purpose of your life. You have had to wrestle with those who have blocked your achievement of your goals, your purpose. Who has helped you on your journey of faith? As baptism was for Jesus, what has been a "God experience" in your life?

3. Your mission. Jesus' mission was to establish the Realm of God or the Kingdom of Heaven here in our lives. (He was, of course, well-established in the next.) Jesus knew that he needed to gather a community of helpers, seekers, builders of this realm.

How do you see yourself responding to Jesus—as an admirer or as an actual follower? Are you doing your best? Going through the motions? Doing what you think is necessary in order to gain favor with God? How have you put your faith into action in parish ministry? In what ways have you resisted the call of Jesus to follow him?

Some Q&A:Q. I'm a little afraid of this journey with Jesus. I know my path isn't even close to that of Jesus. Won't this practice discourage me even more?

A. Hope not! You should already be encouraged, because you've encountered two important themes of your life journey: gift and responsibility. When Jesus says, "Come, follow me," it is always in a spirit of friendship, love and growth. He never uses intimidation and fear.

Perhaps you hesitate because of the responsibility required by this gift. Saying yes to the journey with Jesus calls for actions that aren't easy. But you aren't asked to act alone. Jesus will always send you the help you need

to continue walking with him. Furthermore, you have your G.A. family to support and encourage you.

Q. Is it really possible that my life can be like that of Jesus? This seems like a big stretch to me.

A. But life is about stretching! Lent is a time when we see the human side of Jesus. He was truly tested—and tempted to turn away from the will of God—yet he remained faithful. His example can help you in this "stretch" of Lent.

You are not called to admire Jesus from afar; you are to follow him – to live out His teachings. He did human things well, and you can act as Jesus did in your own life. How? Ask him! Believe me, you will find answers.

Q. (A teen asks) Aren't I a bit young to be looking back already?

A. Are you too young to think about your future? This looking back is to get you ready for that future.

You've changed physically, socially and spiritually in the last year or two. Your relationship with Jesus has changed as well. You need to look at that—often. This can be an affirming look, but you might be called to make changes in your attitudes and behavior.

If you wait your whole life to look back, you won't have time to change ways in which you are not following Jesus' example.

Lent: Time to Review Your Life

Ashes to AshesIf there ever is a day of the year when you can spot Catholic Christians at a glance, Ash Wednesday is it.

It is the one time when Catholic Christians literally wear their faith on their foreheads. In fact, Masses on Ash Wednesday are generally better attended than Masses on most holy days, except Christmas.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent for Catholic Christians, as well as Christians in other denominations. The ashes we receive on our forehead in the shape of a cross serve as an outward sign of our sinfulness and need for penance. The ashes also symbolize our mortality, a reminder that one day we will die and our bodies will return to dust. Hence the traditional words,

“Remember that you are dust and unto dust you shall return.”The tradition of receiving ashes has its origins in the Old Testament, where sinners performed acts of public penance.

It was Pope Urban II who in the 11th century recommended that all Catholics take part in the practice of receiving ashes on Ash Wednesday. In the 12th century it became customary that the ashes used on Ash Wednesday were made by burning the previous year’s palm branches.

Ash Wednesday is also a day of fasting and abstinence for Catholic Christians. According to Church tradition, Catholics older than the age of 14 are supposed to abstain from meat. In addition, those between the ages of 18 and 59, not including pregnant or nursing mothers, should eat only one full meal. Smaller amounts of food (not as much as a full meal) may be eaten in the morning and either at lunchtime or dinner, depending on when you eat your full meal.

More Than Rules

Many older Catholic Christians remember Lent seeming to be always about rules, rules and more rules. “What’s so spiritual about following a bunch of rules?” many my age often wondered.

The truth is Lent is about much more than rules. How many times in your life have you thought, If only I could change things/do things differently? Well, that’s where Lent can help. Ash Wednesday serves as our wake-up call at the beginning of Lent. It is a time to identify the things we have done wrong or wish we could change or do differently. Then we can choose to do something about them during the next 40 days of Lent.

And what about those rules such as abstinence and fasting? Those serve as gentle reminders to stay the course.

Lent is a journey, beginning on Ash Wednesday. Here are some ideas to help you and your family along the way:

• Try to attend Ash Wednesday services together as a family. Most parishes offer evening Masses to help accommodate working parents and busy families, including ours: Wednesday March 9, 8 am, 9:20 am, 1 pm (at Holy Family High School), 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm (in Spanish).

• Attend a penance service. Going to confession provides a wonderful opportunity for a fresh start spiritually. Plus, if your kids see you partaking in the sacrament, they’ll be more likely to go themselves. Confessions for our faith formation students: Wed. March 23, 6:30 to 7:30pm. Confessions for our G.A. School students: Thursday, March 24, 1 to 2:30 pm. Our increasingly popular Taizé Communal Penance Service (with amazing chant and individual confessions) is Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 to 8pm.

• Focus on the meaning behind your fasting and abstinence. For instance, if having a particular food like lobster or shrimp is a special treat for your family, the point of why you are abstaining from meat is probably lost. Try to find another meatless alternative for dinner.

• Since Ash Wednesday is a reminder of the need for spiritual renewal and change in our lives, take some time to review your life and name those areas where you need renewal. Once you have identified these areas, identify ways to make a change.

Ash Wednesday LiturgiesWednesday March 9, 8 am, 9:20 am, 1 pm (at Holy Family High School), 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm (in Spanish).

Lenten Penance LiturgiesConfessions for our faith formation students: Wed. March 23, 6:30 to 7:30pm.

Confessions for our G.A. School students: Thursday, March 24, 1 to 2:30 pm.

Our increasingly popular Taizé Communal Penance Service (with amazing chant and individual confessions) is Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 to 8pm.

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Wednesday, March 16, at 6:00 p.m. in the parish office. All men of the parish are welcome to attend.

The 30th Presentation of “The Passion of Jesus In Music, Word & Light”

Where: St Mark, ShakopeeWhen: 8:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 17 (Spanish)Friday, March 18 (English)

Saturday, March 19 (English)

Free admission

An ecumenical event presented by the Shakopee Knights of Columbus. For more information or questions, please contact David at 952-595-8042.

,1:.1:)?#>31)5.9A+Take some time to grow in your faith during lent this year! This is a perfect opportunity to be active in your parish! We will study "The Seven Last Words of Christ: A Bible Study on Jesus' Passion." It will help you to meditate and pray with Jesus as he endured the agony of the cross. Learn to pray with Jesus, "Father, forgive them..." and hear His comforting words, "Today, you will be with me in Paradise."

The first of eight sessions will be Ash Wednesday (March 9), Wednesday morning from 10:30-11:30a.m. in St. Francis Hall. (No class March 30 during Spring Break.) Please call soon so we can get the books ordered by March 1. Contact Cathy Cress at 368-9413 or Emily Klinker at eklinker@gachaska.org or phone 227-4007. Cost is $10.

Knights of Columbus members Steve Tompkins and Bob Ohnsorg recently presented Nick VandenBroeke a check for $1200 as a direct result of the proceeds from their 2011 calendar raffle that was held last year. The donation is to aid Nick in his studies at the St Paul Seminary.

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New Beginnings School (For pregnant and young mothers) and GA School is in need of replenishing often-used items. If you can help, please drop off your donations in the kiosk located in the back of the church.

New Beginnings School …

Cloth, thread, writing journals, notebooks, pens, markers & gently used baby and toddler clothing.

G.A. School …

Printer cartridges #15 HP black, electric pencil sharpeners, Lysol wipes, Band-Aids, children’s Tylenol, ice packs, 2 pocket folders, duct tape and 4-5 drawer plastic storage containers

Thank you so much for your continued generosity in making a difference in the lives of others.

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7E33&?+;#E<&'()<&>(L+M&!(*#339&A<++From Guardian Angels Church’s pastoral care ministry: Do you live in Chaska? Or have a relative/friend living in Chaska who could use some repair work done around the house? Can you or your relative/friend not do the home repairs because of physical or financial limitations?

Let Christmas in May ★ Chaska help.

Homeowners in the Chaska area who are in need of assistance can apply for home repairs through Christmas in May ★ Chaska.

All repairs are absolutely free.

Call (952)361-5350 if your home is in need of minor repairs, such as painting, yard clean-up or accessibility repairs. Cut off date is March 15th, 2011. Call for an application today!

! REGISTRATION FORM ! (If you are able, PLEASE CONSIDER REGISTERING ON-LINE at www.GASpringFling.org -- it makes tracking the data much easier for our volunteers).

Saturday, April 9, 2011! 6 p.m. to Midnight ! Hazeltine National Golf Club, Chaska, Minnesota

Guest Information:

Guest Name (First/Last): ___________________________________________________

Guest 1 name you wish to have on nametag: ___________________________________

Guest 2 name you wish to have on nametag: ___________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

E-Mail: _________________________________________________________________

Phone: _________________________________________________________________

Meal Choice for Guest 1 (Choose 1):

� Maple Roasted Chicken � Grilled Vegetable Ravioli

Meal Choice for Guest 2 (Choose 1), if applicable:

� Maple Roasted Chicken � Grilled Vegetable Ravioli

Table Choice:� Seat me/us with Faculty/Staff

� Seat me/us with Alumni

� Seat me/us with other parents from grade level(s) of our children. Please indicate grade level(s): _________________

� Create a table with the following (note tables seat 6, 8 or 10). Please indicate those at your table below (including yourself)

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Ticket Options (note, please add $25 per person if purchasing after March 25):

� Single Ticket ($50)

� Couple Ticket ($100)

� Single Ticket PLUS sponsor a teacher and spouse/guest) ($150)

� Single Ticket PLUS sponsor a teacher ($100)

� Couple Ticket PLUS sponsor a teacher and spouse/guest ($200)

� Couple Ticket PLUS sponsor a teacher ($150)

� Sorry, I cannot attend, but please accept my donation of $__________ in support of the school.

Please return completed registration forms to the school office with appropriate payment. Thank You!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Can you help with or at Spring Fling? Please visit www.gaspringfling.org and click on the Volunteers link! Know someone who’d like a personalized invitation to Spring Fling? (please note that an invitation is not needed to attend) Call the school office at 227-4010.

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