St. John’s Catholic Church Omaha’s Jesuit Parish Located at Creighton University 2500 California Plaza Omaha, NE 68178 402-280-3031 www.stjohns-creighton.org Cornerstone laid 1887—Established as a Parish 1897—Designated a City Landmark 1981 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 5th, 2020

Sunday 10:30 am Music

The music for today’s livestreamed liturgy can be found in the online worship guide available from the front page of www.stjohns-creighton.org.

When unable to be present to the Eucharist physically, the faithful are invited and encouraged to receive “spiritual communion” in prayer.

An Act of Spiritual Communion

Lord Jesus Christ, you are the bread of life and the one true vine. I believe that you are truly present in the Most Holy Sacrament of the Eucharist. I seek you. I worship and adore you. Since I cannot receive you in the Eucharistic bread and wine, I pray that you will come into my heart and soul, that I may be united to you, by your all-powerful and ever-present Holy Spirit. Let me receive you, and be nourished by you. Become for me the manna in my wilderness, the bread of angels for my very human journey through time, Early Christian preaching, especially in Jewish Christian a foretaste of the heavenly banquet, circles, often included a re-interpretation of familiar and solace in the hour of my death. biblical texts in light of the experience of the risen Christ. I pray all this, trusting that you yourself are our Life, our Peace, and our everlasting Joy. How well do we know our scriptures? Could we do what Amen. Jesus did on the road to Emmaus and help others understand the scriptures in the light of Christ? Prayer Requests -National Association of Pastoral Musicians Jack Walsh Tanya Little Terry Moore Fr. Steve Ryan Martha Granados Linda Baker Mary McMahon Helen McGill Cheryl Saker Jane O’Brien

St. John’s parish is a Catholic Ignatian community committed to welcoming all, celebrating Eucharist, and empowering all to serve for the greater honor and glory of God. COMMUNITY Let us pray for and celebrate Rachel Zimmer who was received into full communion with the Catholic Church and Celebrating Sacraments this week: received the Sacraments of Sacrament of Marriage Confirmation and Eucharist Corey McChesney & Megan Roberts on Sunday June 28th. Congratulations Rachel! Congratulations!

Guided/Directed Retreat, July 26 – August 1, at Saint Benedict Center, Schuyler, with Sister Ann Marie Petrylka, OSM, Father Michael McDermott, Father Kevin Schneider, SJ, and Ellen Lierk, M.A. Finding God in all Things During this retreat the group will gather daily for a conference. During the month of July we are asking parishioners Each participant will meet individually with one of the directors to send us, either by email or regular mail, every day. Opportunity to join the monks for Mass and prayer. images, poems, reflections, songs, or prayers, Enjoy the Center with its beautiful grounds and artwork. that have helped you find God. Social distancing will be observed, please bring mask and hand sanitizer. Register now at www.StBenedictCenter.com or call These items will then be placed on a banner in the church, (402) 352-8819. used in the newsletter, and on our web page.

Video reflections are also welcome to be shared Cosgraves Religious Goods 8222 H Street Omaha, NE Individual video clips should be kept to 30 seconds . 402-593-8000 / Store hours 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Please submit your contribution to the project to We are open to serve you for all your sacramental gift giving, [email protected] or unique religious home decor, statuary, books, St. John’s Church religious jewelry, flags, flagpoles and so much more! 2500 California Proud to be locally family owned and operated since 1944. Omaha, NE 68178 Thank you for your support! Meeting and Events Calendar Weekly Offering Report for June 21st Weekly Budget Goal 8,086.79 Annual Budget Goal 428,600.00 Saturday—July 11 Weekend Contributions 2,355.00 Fiscal Year-to-Date Goal 420,513.10 2:00 pm—Wedding: McChesney & Roberts Other 390.00 ONLINE 215.00 ACH 3,670.00 LEGEND TOTAL 6,630.00 LSJ—Lower St. Johns CH—Church Above (Below) weekly goal -1,456.79 Amount Collected YTD 425,395.10 HC—Haley Chapel RSRM—Resource Room CFRM— Conference Room Above (Below) YTD Goal 4,881.98

DEADLINES FOR NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS Below are the deadline dates for upcoming Parish Newsletters Friday July 10th NOON for Sunday July 19th Friday July 17th NOON for Sunday July 26th If you would like to make donations on line please go to our Friday July 24th NOON for Sunday August 2nd website and look for this icon to click on. Please submit all requests to [email protected] AND www. stjohns-creighton.org [email protected] with the subject line: NEWSLETTER. Masses at St. John’s This Week

Date Feast Readings Mass Time—Location—Intention

7/5 Fourteenth Sunday Zec 9:9-10 10:30 AM Livestreamed All Sunday liturgies are in the Church Sun in Ordinary Time Rom 8:9,11-13 and offered for the people of the parish Mt 11:25-30

7/6 Saint Maria Goretti, Hos 2:16, 17b-18, Noon—Livestream—Curtis and Caroline Herrick Mon Virgin and Martyr 21-22 Mt 9:18-26

7/7 Hos 8:4-7, 11-13 Noon—Livestream—†Dakota Ann Nichols Tues Mt 9:32-38

7/8 Hos 10:1-3, 7-8, 12 Noon—Livestream—†Fr. Phil Amidon, S.J. Wed Mt 10:1-7

7/9 Saints Leo Mangin, Hos 11:1-4, 8e-9 Noon—Livestream—†Dr. Cecil Marie Zielinski Thur Priest, Mary Zhu Wu, Mt 10:7-15 and Comps., Martyrs

7/10 Hos 14:2-10 Noon—Livestream—†Patricia Curtis Fri Mt 10:16-23

7/11 Saint Benedict, Is 6:1-8 Noon—Livestream–Patricia and Al Emmanuel Sat Abbot Mt 10:24-33

7/12 Fifteenth Sunday in Is 55:10-11 10:30 AM Livestreamed All Sunday liturgies are in the Church Sun Ordinary Time Rom 8:18-23 and offered for the people of the parish Mt 13:1-23 or 13:1-9

THE BLACK VIRGIN OF MONTSERRAT AND ST IGNATIUS According to Catholic tradition, the statue of the Black Virgin of Montserrat was carved by St. Luke around 50 AD and brought to Spain. It was later hidden from the Moors in a cave, where it was rediscovered in 880 AD. According to the legend of the discovery, which was first recorded in the 13th century, the statue was discovered by shepherds. They saw a bright light and heard heavenly music that eventually led them to the grotto and the statue. The Bishop of Manresa, present at the discovery, suggested that it be moved to Manresa, but the small statue was discovered to be so heavy it could not be lifted. Thus the Virgin had indicated her will to stay on Montserrat to be venerated there. Many miracles were reported through the intercession of the Virgin Mary at Montserrat. Shortly after his conversion, Ignatius of Loyola was determined to join the army of Christ. In pilgrim’s garb, Ignatius kept an all-night vigil before Our Lady. He placed his sword before the Mother of God, stood, knelt, sang hymns, and prayed with the other pilgrims. Ignatius began his new life in God under the inspiration of the Black Madonna and Child Jesus A historian wrote: "In all ages the sinful, the suffering, the sorrowful, have laid their woes at the feet of Our Lady of Montserrat, and none have ever gone away unheard or unaided." Let us bring our own needs and prayers and place them at the feet of our Lady to present to her Son. REFLECTION FAITH FORMATION As we continue living in the realities of our time, let us learn from the example of St Benedict and his monastic communities as to how we might encounter God more and more in our daily lives.

Cultivate Silence St. Benedict wrote, “Speaking and teaching are the master’s task; the disciple is to be silent and listen” (RB 6:8). Silence is the environment that allows you to listen to God’s voice and the Welcome to the 11th-annual 31 Days with St. Ignatius, voices of those around you properly. Turning off the music and a month-long celebration of Ignatian spirituality! radio, especially when you are in the car, moderating television or Internet use will challenge you to listen to the God who In honor of the feast of St. Ignatius Loyola on July 31, dwells within you and speaks in the depth of your heart. Loyola Press is offering a selection of articles, blog posts, and videos to help you explore the riches of Ignatian spirituality. Be Faithful to Daily Prayer St. Benedict said, “Prayer should, therefore, be short and pure, https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/31-days-with-saint- ignatius/ unless perhaps it is prolonged under the inspiration of divine grace” (RB 20:4). Whatever your practice, you want to be con- Day 5—July 5 cerned with developing a heartfelt attitude to God while you are Gratitude Generates Energy praying, offering yourself and your loved ones into God’s care.

Many opportunities will arise throughout the day to offer brief Day 6—July 6 prayers of trust in God. The aim of monks (and all Christians) is Contemplative in Action to pray without ceasing, and you can do this by keeping the memory of God alive in your heart and mind at every moment. Day 7—July 7 Breathe Hope Make time for Lectio Divina

The ancient monastic practice of Lectio Divina emphasizes a Day 8—July 8 slow, prayerful reading of Sacred Scripture that is intended to Mystery and Imagination allow you to listen to the Word and seek peace in God’s presence. Reflection on the Word of God, if done intensely and Day 9—July 9 prayerfully, has the power of calling you to a continual conver- St. Ignatius, a Mystic and a Beggar, Teaches Trust and sion of life. Familiarize yourself with the method and take Generosity between 15-30 minutes a day in a quiet environment to prac- tice lectio divina with Scripture or prayerfully read from the writ- Day 10—July 10 ings of the saints or other great spiritual works. Encountering To Toil and Not to Seek for Rest the Word of God each day in a prayerful manner draws us into deeper communion with the One who speaks the word to us. Day 11—July 11 My Mother’s Prayer

Practice Humility Numerous parts of the Rule of St. Benedict highlight the im- Day 12—July 12 portance of humility, most notably in Chapter 7 where The Truth and Comfort in Ignatian Spirituality St. Benedict depicts humility as a ladder with twelve rungs which the monk is to ascend. The first step is that a monk For more celebration throughout the month of July, join Loyola keeps the “fear of God” always before his eyes (RB 7:10). When Press at Facebook.com/IgnatianSpirituality. you are in “awe” of God, you maintain right relationship, realizing that you are a creature and not God. Humility is a Use the hashtag #31DayswithIgnatius on your favorite social virtue that needs to be developed, and it entails being down to media, and share the ways you’ve been touched by St. Ignatius earth, honest, and truthful, both in prayer, at work, and in and the spiritual outlook that bears his name. everyday matters. St. Benedict wrote, “Place your hope in God alone. If you notice something good in yourself, give credit to God, not to yourself, but be certain that the evil you commit is always your own and yours to acknowledge” (RB 4:41-43). Being a humble person means being grateful for the blessings and opportunities that God gives you and recognizing that your gifts and talents have God as their source. Allow daily struggles, and even falling into sin, to be an invitation to humility, where you admit without hesitation that you must depend entirely on God’s grace, and not on your strength. St. John’s Youth Group On July7th the St. John’s high school youth group welcomes any Edited from 5 Ways to Live Like a Monk In the World, by new members, especially rising Freshmen, to our online Zoom Fr. Paul Sheller, OSB https://www.conceptionabbey.org/5-ways- gathering. Email Sara at [email protected] for more info. live-like-monk-world/ Celebrating the USA Midwest Province 2020 Jubilarians

Please keep these Jesuits in your prayers as we recognize and celebrate their years of hard work and service in furthering the Kingdom of God.

80 Years in the Society 60 Years in the Priesthood Joseph F. Eagan, S.J. James J. Creighton, S.J. M. John Wymelenberg, S.J. 75 Years in the Society Eduardo J. Pinzón Umana, S.J. Robert J. Joda, S.J. George E. Von Kaenel, S.J. 50 Years in the Priesthood John M. Staudenmaier, S.J. 70 Years in the Society Raphael Shen, S.J. (CHN) Patrick J. Boyle, S.J. John L. Treloar, S.J. Patrick J. Burns, S.J. Thomas G. Boedy, S.J. Robert L. Faricy, S.J. John D. Laurance, S.J. Daniel J. Kenney, S.J. Thomas P. Sweetser, S.J. James J. King, S.J. Peter J. Fennessy, S.J. John F. Libens, S.J. 60 Years in the Society Walter E. Boehme, S.J. James F. Heidrick, S.J. Eugene L. Donahue, S.J. Patrick F. Peppard, S.J. M. Dennis Hamm, S.J. Gerald E. Goetz, S.J. William S. Kurz, S.J. Matthew L. Linn, S.J. James J. Strzok, S.J. Edward V. Vacek, S.J. Dennis P. Ahern, S.J. James M. Radde, S.J. James C. Arimond, S.J. Edward W. Schmidt, S.J. Lawrence H. Biondi, S.J. William J. Spine, S.J. John P. Coakley, S.J. Andrew J. Thon, S.J. Robert A. Wild, S.J. Anthony J. Wach, S.J. Brian E. Daley, S.J. (UNE) James A. Sinnerud, S.J. 25 Years in the Priesthood 50 Years in the Society George W. Drance, S.J. James T. Bretzke, S.J. Thomas C. Manahan, S.J. Jeffrey R. Loebl, S.J. Stephen F. Mitten, S.J. John M. Paul, S.J. Thomas D. Stegman, S.J. Charles R. Baumann, S.J. Matthew T. Gamber, S.J. Daniel T. Reim, S.J. 25 Years in the Society Samir B. Talati, S.J. (KHM) M. Ross Romero, S.J. (UCS) David G. De Marco, S.J. Michael J. O'Grady, S.J. Milan Lach, S.J. (SVK) Five Omaha 501 N 13th St. Locations Boys Town Internal Medicine Healthcare Conveniently 402.346.9116 Juice for the Michael J. Hoover DDS Located Near You Join us for Lunch! Journey Erika L. Schwanke DDS • BAR • GRILL Energizing your 7348 Blondo St. • Omaha, NE 68134 Body and Mind Downtown Clinic • EVENTS 402-397-8717 555 N. 30th Street www.themattomaha.com JUICESTOPSMOOTHIES.COM Omaha, NE 68131 (402) 392-7600

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