Mustard Seed

VOLUME 38, ISSUE 3 February 2018

“What is the kingdom of God like? And to what shall I compareVOLUME it? It is like 36, a mustard ISSUE seed 1 which a man took and sowed in his garden; and it grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air made nests in its branches.” Luke 13:18-19 August, 2015

At once the Spirit drove him out into the desert, and he remained in the desert for forty days, tempted by Satan. He was among wild beasts, and the angels ministered to him. After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God: “This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.” -Mark 1: 12-15

As Lent begins, the number one question people ask is, “What are you giving up for Lent?” While it is a practice that has been happening for centuries, we sometimes miss the deeper meaning behind Lenten sacrifice. During Lent we observe different rules that, for some, are a true penance: fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, and abstaining from meat every Friday from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday. While following these rules may be inconvenient or difficult, we should look at it not as something that hinders us, but as something that gives us an opportunity to grow in spirit and charity.

The ancient practice of self-sacrifice during Lent is something we are still encouraged to do today. Fasting, or giving something up, is still firmly rooted in our Catholic culture, but the other Lenten traditions of prayer and almsgiving are at times not in the forefront. We are called to engage in all three pillars of Lent--fasting, prayer, and almsgiving-- in a more profound way during the season of Lent.

Many times we answer the call to fasting by going without something that we enjoy or depend on. In our technologically advanced society, giving up chocolate for forty days, which for some would be like the end of the world, has been replaced by signing off from Facebook or Instagram. This can be a good thing to give up for a period of time because it allows us the opportunity to grow. That is the purpose of this kind of fasting—to give up one thing and replace it with something more positive. Unplugging from social media frees up more time to build interpersonal relationships and spend time face-to-face with others. This is the ultimate fulfillment of fasting in this way, actively filling the void with something positive and life giving, rather than passively waiting for Lent to be over so we can go back to our account.

Prayer is second pillar we are called to practice in a more profound way during Lent. Of course, we are encouraged to pray throughout the year, but we emphasize it more during particular seasons, especially Lent. Prayer helps us grow our relationship with Father, Son, and Spirit. It also helps us grow in charity toward others. This practice could be as simple as praying an Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be before a meal or every meal, or going to the Stations of the Cross on Fridays.

Finally, we are called to almsgiving. We are compelled to give to those less fortunate than ourselves. Focusing more on the needs of others helps us see Christ in those around us. Generosity, when expressed with a loving heart, makes us less attached to our possessions and helps us recognize everything we have as a gift from God. And, in that realization, we grow. This Lent may we each give a little something more to those who are less fortunate than ourselves. God has given us all we have. May we be generous with the blessings bestowed upon us.

Father Andrew D. Marr, Associate Pastor OUR LENTEN LITURGY

Amy Dolan, Music & Liturgy Coordinator

The word Lent refers to the annual season of fasting and penitence in preparation for Easter, beginning on Ash Wednesday and lasting 40 weekdays until Easter. The origin of the word can be traced back to before 1000 A.D., and comes from the Middle English word lente, which means “spring.” The Old English word lengten was literally used to describe the lengthening of the daylight during the spring season.

As Jesus relived the life of Israel by fulfilling all that Israel had failed to do, the Church lives the life of Jesus in its liturgical seasons and the Mass. The Mass changes throughout the year to reflect the liturgical season. What’s different in the Mass during Lent? The most notable changes are the colors of the priest’s vestments (purple symbolizing repentance) and the absence of the Gloria and the Alleluia.

The Alleluia Alleluia is Greek and means "praise Yahweh." The Alleluia is seen as the highest term of praise of the choirs of angels as they worship around the throne of God in heaven. The Alleluia is a term of great joy and our use of the Alleluia during Mass is a way of participating with the angels in worship. It is also a reminder that the kingdom of heaven is already established on earth, in the Church, and that our participation in Mass is participation in the heavenly liturgy. Did you know that we participate in the heavenly liturgy right here at Resurrection Church?

Our Lenten Exile During Lent, however, our focus is on the kingdom coming, not on the kingdom having already come. We are on a spiritual journey toward the Second Coming and our eternal life in heaven. In order to remind us of that journey, the Church, during Lent, removes the Alleluia from the Mass. Instead, we acknowledge our sins and practice prayer, fasting, and almsgiving so that one day we may again have the privilege of worshiping God alongside the angels. The Penitential Act at the beginning of the Mass is not followed by the Gloria; instead, we remain focused on repentance asking for God’s forgiveness. At Resurrection, we will use the penitential form using the Confiteor (“I confess to God…”) and pray the Kyrie Eleison, a very old, even pre-Christian expression used constantly in Christian liturgies, with roots in the early church in Greece.

Liturgical Traditions during Lent Like other liturgical seasons, Lent has its own rubrics (church guidelines), and there are certain things that should not be done in Lent.

 Instrumental music with no singing In some parishes, instrumental music is used at certain points during Mass. A passage will be played on an organ or on another instrument or instruments, even though nobody is singing—but not in Lent (with a few exceptions). The General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) states: 313. In Lent the playing of the organ and musical instruments is allowed only in order to support the singing. Exceptions, however, are Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent), Solemnities, and Feasts.

 Flowers on the altar It is common for the altar to be decorated with flowers during most of the year (that is, there will be flowers around the altar, though not on top of the altar table itself)—but not in Lent (with a few exceptions). The GIRM states: 305. During Lent it is forbidden for the altar to be decorated with flowers. Exceptions, however, are Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent), Solemnities, and Feasts.

Page 2 MUSTARD SEED  Emptying holy water fonts In recent years, some parishes have taken the holy water out of the holy water fonts during Lent. They have even filled them with sand in some cases. The idea, they say, is to convey the thought that Lent is a time of spiritual dryness—a "desert" experience—in which we refrain from using the sacramental of holy water.

Despite its popularity in some places, this practice is not permitted. It has been the Church's practice to empty the holy water fonts during Triduum, but for a different reason. It is not permitted to have them empty through the whole season of Lent. The Congregation for Divine Worship has stated that the removing of holy water from the fonts during the season of Lent is not permitted, in particular, for two reasons:

1. The liturgical legislation in force does not foresee this innovation is contrary to a balanced understanding of the season of Lent, which though truly being a season of penance, is also a season rich in the symbolism of water and baptism, constantly evoked in liturgical texts.

2. The encouragement of the Church that the faithful avail themselves frequently of the sacraments is to be understood to apply also to the season of Lent. The "fast" and "abstinence" which the faithful embrace in this season does not extend to abstaining from the sacraments or sacramentals of the Church.

The practice of the Church has been to empty the holy water fonts on the days of the Sacred Triduum in preparation of the blessing of the water at the Easter Vigil, and it corresponds to those days on which the Eucharist is not celebrated (i.e., Good Friday and Holy Saturday).

 Veiling crosses and statues before the Fifth Sunday of Lent In recent years, some parishes in the United States have veiled or otherwise removed crosses and statues as soon as Lent begins. They're jumping the gun. This practice is permitted beginning with the Fifth Sunday of Lent, but not before. The Roman Missal states: In the Dioceses of the United States, the practice of covering crosses and images throughout the church from this [Fifth] Sunday may be observed.

Crosses remain covered until the end of the Celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, but images remain covered until the beginning of the Easter Vigil. Notice that the practice is optional (the practice "may be observed," not "is to be observed"). If it is not observed in a particular parish, from the Fifth Sunday of Lent, there is additional encouragement to remove or veil crosses after the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday. The rubrics in the Roman Missal for that day state: At an appropriate time, the altar is stripped and, if possible, the crosses are removed from the church. It is expedient that any crosses which remain in the church be veiled.

The Return of the Gloria and Alleluia at Easter The Gloria returns on Holy Thursday, the beginning of the Paschal Triduum, a three-day observance at the end of Lent in which we remember and celebrate Jesus’ life, death (Good Friday), and his rising (Easter Vigil). The Alleluia returns triumphantly on Holy Saturday night during the Easter Vigil when the priest or deacon chants a triple Alleluia before proclaiming the Gospel and everyone responds in turn with a triple Alleluia. The Lord is risen, the kingdom has come, and our joy is complete. In communion and in concert with the angels and saints, we greet the risen Lord with shouts of "Alleluia!" During this Lent may you find peace as you walk the way of the cross and journey in Christ’s paschal mystery.

MUSTARD SEED Page 3 RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) AND LENT

Deacon Mike Ellis

For most parishes, Sunday Mass during Lent includes a moment when people called “the elect” and “candidates” are called forth to the altar. As the Easter Triduum approaches, the Church prepares to welcome these participants in Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) through the sacraments of initiation. RCIA is not only for those seeking full initiation into the Church, RCIA involves the whole Christian community.

RCIA is mainly for two groups of people: the unbaptized, and baptized Christians seeking full communion with the Church. Throughout Lent we will celebrate different rites in the Church.

UNBAPTIZED CATECHUMEN

Rite of Election The celebration of the rite of election, which usually coincides with the opening of Lent, marks the beginning of the period of final, more intense preparation for the sacraments of initiation, during which the elect will be encouraged to follow Christ with greater generosity. Hannah Gavin will be sent from the Church of the Resurrection to the Rite of Election held at the Cathedral on Sunday, February 18. Hannah will meet Archbishop Jackels.

Scrutinies Tell people they'll face a scrutiny before they can join an organization or some form of membership and they'll probably say, "Thanks, but no thanks." Yet boldly our Church expects not one but three scrutinies of catechumens before their baptism at Easter.

Scrutinies are rites of self-searching and repentance. When people from another spiritual background seek baptism in the Catholic Church, they do so in stages. Three times during Lent the Church prays the scrutinies to encourage a spirit of repentance among those who seek a worthy celebration of baptism.

Scrutinies originated early in church history. St. Ambrose and St. Augustine celebrated them in the fourth and fifth century to mark the spiritual progress of catechumens. The moral preparation of catechumens included prayers of exorcism to drive out the spirit of evil, which kept them from embracing Christ as their light. In the scrutinies the Church discerned if those exorcisms had achieved their effect.

Today's scrutinies are less intense. They still include an exorcism, in which the priest or deacon prays that the spirit of evil may be replaced by the spirit of good. Their purpose is not so much to examine the candidates' mental readiness, but their spiritual readiness. Scrutinies offer catechumens the support they need to approach the waters of baptism worthily. For those who are already baptized, the scrutinies invite us to embrace the same spirit of self- searching and repentance. During Lent we renew our repentance as we see the elect scrutinized. At Easter we renew our baptismal promises as we see the elect baptized. The scrutinies remind us of the seriousness of our Christian life and inspire us to turn from evil and pursue good. They enliven our recommitment to Christ at Easter.

The first scrutiny is held on the Third Sunday in Lent, the second scrutiny on the Fourth Sunday in Lent, and the third Scrutiny on the Fifth Sunday in Lent. They will be prayed over Hannah at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

Page 4 MUSTARD SEED Presentations of the Nicene Creed and the Lord’s Prayer The elect are given the Nicene Creed after the first scrutiny and the Lord’s Prayer following the third scrutiny. These texts are presented in order to enlighten the elect. The Creed, as it recalls the wonderful deeds of God’s salvation of the human race, suffuses the vison of the elect with the sure light of faith. The Lord’s Prayer fills them with a deeper realization of the new spirit of adoption by which they will call God their Father, especially from the midst of the eucharistic assembly. Hannah will receive them during the weekday Masses during Lent.

BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS

Rite of Welcome Saturday, December 17, at the 6:00 p.m. Mass we welcomed Brad Hesselbacher and Leighton Hackert to continue to explore the Catholic faith. They came to the Church of the Resurrection from other Christian churches. They shared the reasons why they wanted to become Catholic.

Rite of Enrollment This rite offers the local community the opportunity to express its joy in the candidates’ decision and to send them forth to the celebration of recognition assured of the parish’s care and support. Brad and Leighton will be sent from the Church of the Resurrection to the Cathedral to be recognized by Archbishop Jackels.

Penitential Rite This penitential rite serves to mark the Lenten purification of baptism but is intended solely for celebrations with baptized adults preparing for reception into full communion of the Catholic Church. This rite prepares the candidates for participation in the sacrament of reconciliation.

Please pray for Hannah, Brad, and Leighton as they continue on their journey of faith through the Lenten season. Please come and welcome them to the sacraments of baptism, confirmation and Eucharist at the Easter Vigil.

ADULT CONFIRMATION PROGRAM

The city-wide Adult Confirmation Program will be offered for area Catholics beginning Tuesday, February 20, in the Resurrection Church Social Space. The five-session program will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20.

Candidates and their sponsors are required to attend each session. Sponsors must be confirmed Catholic and actively practicing the Catholic faith. Following completion of the program, each candidate will celebrate the sacrament of confirmation as arranged by their parish. Resurrection parishioners who are interested in attending are asked to contact Deacon Mike Ellis at the parish office for more details.

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Small Group Sessions Thursdays during Lent 4:00 pm–5:30 pm

To register, contact Deacon Mike Ellis 563-556-7511

Weekday Mass Monday–Wednesday: 7:00 am & 5:30 pm Thursday: 7:00 am & 8:45 am Friday: 7:00 am

Stations of the Cross Fridays at 5:30 pm

Communal Reconciliation Wednesday, March 7 6:30 pm

Page 6 MUSTARD SEED CHILDREN’S LENTEN ACTIVITY PAGE

Wendy Osterberger, Director of Religious Education

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MUSTARD SEED Page 7 Page 8 MUSTARD SEED MUSTARD SEED Page 9 THE ROLE OF A DAILY SACRISTAN

Sandy Kahle, Parishioner

What is a sacristan? What are the duties of a sacristan? Why did I say yes when I was asked to be a sacristan? It is a privilege to answer these questions.

First, what is a sacristan? According to the Catholic Source Book a sacristan is one who is in charge of the sacred articles/vestments. Sacristan comes from the Latin word for holy (sancte; santus). In lay person terms, a sacristan is a liturgical minister who has the responsibility of setting up the vessels for Mass.

Second, what are the vessels we use for daily Mass? We use:

A. Chalice—A cup that holds wine. We use the priest chalice and two cups for those in attendance.

B. Ciborium—Container for the Communion hosts

C. Cruets—Water and wine containers

D. Lavado Dish, small pitcher of water, and towel—Used for washing hands after preparation of the bread and wine. The linen for drying is called a manuterge.

E. Corporal—A square linen cloth placed upon the altar and upon which the chalice and ciborium are placed

F. Large host and small hosts—Each Mass has a bowl filled with small hosts for those who attend the Mass that day and those who are homebound. At each Mass a large host is consecrated and broken for those who attend Mass.

G. Lectionary—The collection of readings

H. Purificator—A piece of linen used to cleanse the chalice

I. Roman Missal—Book of prayers that the priest uses for the celebration of the liturgy

Third, what are the sacristan’s responsibilities that pertain just to Resurrection Church? In addition to the general responsibility of keeping the sacristy neat and clean, the sacristan has various duties depending on the day of the week.

Mondays: Sacristan puts a list of Mass intentions for the week on the ambo. Mass intentions are those people who request the date for people to pray for people or a special intention. The ambo is the place where the readings are proclaimed, the homily is preached, and the general intercessions are prayed.

Tuesdays: Sacristan prepares the monstrance and incense for adoration. The monstrance is the container for the consecrated Host in the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Incense is the powder placed on a hot charcoal to produce smoke.

Wednesdays: Sacristan waters the plants and flowers.

Thursdays: Sacristan assists to prepare the school Mass.

Fridays: Sacristan cleans the holy water fonts.

Page 10 MUSTARD SEED Fourth, Why did I say yes to becoming a sacristan? For the following five reasons:

1. Nostalgia—Many, many years ago when I was in grade school I would watch the religious sisters prepare the sanctuary for the priest to arrive and say Mass. I knew one day I would have a calling to this ministry.

2. Privilege—As a girl, we would spend time helping the sisters clean the church. This is all a girl could do in the church because in those days we could not be altar servers.

3. Prayer—I arrive early in the morning. The church is quiet and I feel the presence of God in this special place. I always spend a moment with the Lord before beginning my duties.

4. Fragrance—The church always has a special fragrance and this makes me feel that this is a special place.

5. Blessings—As I spend time doing the preparations I feel God’s abundant blessing pouring over me. I am in God’s time, not my own time.

It gives me great pleasure to be a servant to God and his people. This ministry has brought me closer to the Lord. It has increased my desire to serve and become aware of the gifts God has given me, especially this gift of our Resurrection community.

Sandy Kahle readies the chalice, bowls, cups, and purificators for daily Mass.

Lectionary placed on the ambo Roman Missal Lectionary

Cruets

Lavado Dish

MUSTARD SEED Page 11 DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR ARE MISSING?

Sr. Francine Quillin, PBVM

Do you know what you are missing? Perhaps not! Do you know that there are several parishioners who meet weekly in small groups to prepare for the Sunday liturgy by praying with the Scriptures assigned for that Sunday? The following testimonials highlight some of Resurrection’s adult faith formation groups, including M.E.S.S. (Men Exploring Sunday Scripture), F.I.R.E.S. (Friends Inspired & Renewed by Exploring Scripture), T.M.I.Y. (That Man is You), and Thursday Scripture Sharing. Perhaps learning more about them will invite you to consider being a part of one of these groups.

Speaking on behalf of his wife Jean and himself, Mike Kelly wrote:

Jean and I have been involved for about a year and a half with F.I.R.E.S. on Friday mornings. A fellow parishioner invited us to attend, and we are grateful for this opportunity to study Scripture. We use “Exploring the Sunday Readings” to dive more deeply into God’s Word in preparation for worship on the coming weekend. This monthly handout is available in the back of the church.

In preparing for this Bible study, we have come to experience the Lord speaking to us at a level we’ve never experienced before. God’s Word comes to life for us, and we want to share it with others. This is what we do: we share how the Lord is speaking to us personally, through the Scripture. In our sharing, we come to know each other and the Lord better. We build community. It is an experience to which Jean and I look forward each week.

Mary Whalen, a member of the Thursday morning women’s group commented:

Before I joined the Thursday morning group, I had always previewed the Sunday readings and given some thought to them. But now, since joining this group about eight years ago, I prepare on Wednesday. Part of my preparation includes reflecting on Father Beck’s column from the Witness, on Alice’s commentaries in “Exploring the Sunday Readings,” and on the reflections in The Word Among Us.

So I feel like I am really prepared on Thursday morning when we come together, but as we reflect, I realize there is so much more that I have not noticed. Each person has a different insight, and uses different resources, so I leave the group with a much better grasp of what the readings are saying to me.

I feel that I benefit more from the celebrant’s homily when I am well- prepared for the liturgy. And I especially like the fact that, if I am in a different location for the weekend liturgy, I can listen to the Resurrection homily on the parish website!

I especially like that we close with a prayer in which we can mention all of the intentions that are on our minds and in our hearts that week.

Page 12 MUSTARD SEED “I regularly attend “That Man is You” and “MESS,” stated Ron Dankert. “Both are beneficial to me in many ways. The MESS group is a favorite of mine because we discuss the Scripture readings for the coming weekend Mass. Our discussions are very relative to our own daily lives and how we interact with others. We help each other in understanding the Scripture, and we are also support for each other.”

A relative newcomer to the MESS group, Jerry Weydert, offered: “Because of our discussions, I enjoy the readings more during Mass. I like getting an insight from other like men who love Scripture, and it really helps to have discussions about applying the readings to daily life.” Jerry added that “TMIY,” which he joined mainly to become more acquainted with other men and their families who attend Mass, is also helpful to him. They begin with prayer and breakfast, followed by a short video and table discussion. “The fellowship is great,” stated Jerry.

If these comments have helped you to know what you are missing, per- haps you would like to join one of these groups. If so, please contact Mary Jo Dalsing at the parish office to learn times of meetings and to have her inform the group that you will be coming ([email protected] or 556-7511).

SUMMER RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2018

For: Kindergarten–8th grade When: June 11–14 & 18–21 from 8:00 a.m.–Noon Where: Resurrection School Cost: $165 per child

Register online at www.res-dbq.org and click on Event Registration. Deadline to register is May 13th.

For more information, please contact Wendy Osterberger at [email protected] or 556-7511. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2018

For: Children 4 years to 5th grade When: July 9–13, 9:00 a.m–Noon Where: Resurrection School Cost: $40 per child

*Students 6th grade and above can volunteer to help as crew leaders.

To register as a participant or crew leader, visit our parish website at www.res-dbq.org and click on the Event Registration box. Deadline to register is June 21st.

MUSTARD SEED Page 13 REFLECTIONS ON THE MASS

Fr. Andrew Marr, Associate Pastor

The Mass is the most foundational thing we do as Catholics. It is recognizable whether you are in small town Iowa, in South America, in Nigeria, or in Vatican City. No matter where you are the Mass is the same, minus some of the cultural differences. And for the most part that has been true since the earliest recorded testimony of the Mass.

Just before Advent we had an opportunity to learn more about what we do at Mass, the actions we make, and the responses we give. This was a great chance for us to realize that there is more going on than meets the eye. And not only did we get to learn about the responses, but we also were told some of the silent prayers the priest prays throughout the Mass. One particular prayer is the prayer just before the washing of the hands when the priest bows to the altar and says, “With humble spirit and contrite heart may we be accepted by you, O Lord, and may our sacrifice in your sight this day be pleasing to you, Lord God.”

With Lent upon us and Easter fast approaching it is a perfect time to look intently at this year’s parish theme, the Eucharist. St. Justin Martyr wrote about the Mass to explain what happens and what we believe around the year 100. Here is a little of what he wrote in his First Apology: “And this food is called among us Εὐχαριστία [the Eucharist]….we (have) been taught that the food which is blessed by the prayer of His word, and from which our blood and flesh by transmutation are nourished, is the flesh and blood of that Jesus who was made flesh.” He also described the Mass (paraphrased): On the day called Sunday, the brethren gather, memoirs of the apostles or writings of the prophets are read, as long as time permits, then the president (priest or bishop) instructs, we all rise and pray, salute one another with a kiss, the president having accepted the bread and wine offers prayers at a considerable length, and when concluded we give our assent saying Amen, and then there is a distribution to each.

This is much like our present day Mass, which was written by someone in the late first or early second century. There are many things in the Mass that we say or do without thinking or knowing where they come from. For instance, when we hear the words, “The Lord be with you,” we know to respond, “And with your Spirit.” But where did the greeting come from? What is it for? The greeting is both a wish or a hope and a statement of faith. We pray that the Lord may be with us and we believe as we have gathered the Lord is with us. It also has roots in ancient times. It was a biblical greeting. In the book of Ruth, Boaz returns from Bethlehem and says to the reapers, “The Lord be with you!” and they responded, “The Lord bless you.” This wasn’t just a ritual response, it was also a statement of faith. Today, we return the greeting with “And with your Spirit.”

May this Lent be a fruitful season for you as we approach the joyous season of Easter. May we continually grow in our appreciation of the Mass and in our love of the gift of the Eucharist. I pray that Lent is a prayerful time for you and your family, and may God bless you each and every day.

Page 14 MUSTARD SEED We Welcome New Parishioners

John and Barb Balk joined Resurrection in December. They are retired.

Gordon and Judy Benson moved to Dubuque from Charles City, Iowa to be closer to family. They are retired.

Ben Black is an engineer with John Deere in Waterloo. He is engaged to parishioner Leah Poss.

Kimberly Borgstahl has a son Zion (7) and is employed at Younkers. She is the granddaughter of parishioner Geraldine Borgstahl.

Sarah Decker has a daughter Lola (5). Sarah attended Resurrection School and is the daughter of Ken and Lisa Decker. She is a nurse at Mercy Medical Center.

Rob and Kelly Donovan have two children: RJ (6) and Olivia (4). Rob grew up in Resurrection Parish. Rob works as a contractor and Kelly is a supply manager for John Deere.

Kayla Gardner is a Human Resources Assistant at PSSI.

Erica Gulino has a son Henry (7 months). She is a cosmetologist for Kalon Salon.

Adam and Beth Harwood have a son Fletcher (5 months). Adam is an engineer at John Deere, and Beth is a stay-at-home mother.

Jean Ley joined Resurrection in November. She is retired.

Jason Nank has two daughters: Ashley (9) and Alissa (7). Jason grew up in Resurrection. He works for Kwik Star as a fuel truck driver.

Lillian Oberfoell moved to Dubuque from Sherrill, Iowa. She is the mother of parishioner Dan (Laura) Oberfoell.

Leah Poss is originally from Rockford, Illinois. She is the assistant manager at Enterprise. She is engaged to parishioner Ben Black.

Brian and Jennifer Pregler have two children: Lauren (5) and Jack (3). Brian is an electrician at Paulson Electric, and Jennifer is a data analyst at Sedgwick.

David Rury and Christina Eisbach have two children: Sydney (17) and Samantha (13). David works for the City of Galena, and Christina is employed at Crescent Electric.

Jerry and Joyce Schmitt moved to Dubuque from Rickardsville, Iowa.

Matt and Anna Selby have three children: David (4), Luke (3), and Thomas (9 months). Matt and Anna moved to Dubuque from Marion, Iowa. Matt is the Family Life Director for the Archdiocese of Dubuque, and Anna is a stay-at- home mom.

Tyler Wagner has a son Henry (7 months). Tyler grew up attending Resurrection Parish. He works in the family business at Wagner Nursery. Tyler is the son of parishioners Doug and Amy Wagner and the grandson of Florian Tigges.

Gerald and Margaret Welbes are retired. They are the parents of parishioner Barbara (Octavio) Rivera.

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