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St. John Vianney Parish Community 2 2nd Sunday of Lent - March 8, 2020

RCIA has been meeting here at SJV on Thursday eve- FROM THE DESK OF nings since September. We have a great group of people Brian Corey who are joining our Church. I am very proud of the work and dedication that Fr. Richard, our facilitator Pat Travis, Dear Parishioners! and I have put into preparing these people on their journey into Catholicism. Here we are on the Second Sunday of Lent! The focus of my letter to you all this week is about the RCIA. Please remember in your prayers our Catechumen RCIA is an acronym for Rite of Christian Initiation of (Ryan), our Candidates (Craig, Marissa, Brendan, and Adults, and is one of the fruits of the Second Vatican Tanya), and their families and sponsors as they journey Council. RCIA is not a “class”, although there is much through Lent with us in preparation for the Sacraments at teaching and sharing about our Catholic history, Easter. customs, and beliefs. It is more of a process where those interested in joining the go through See you in Church! different stages of development. Brian Initially, those interested are in the Inquiry stage where we present information, answer questions, and introduce Catholic Church teachings. After a period of Discernment and Prayer that leads to the Rite of Accep- tance and Welcome, there is a period of Purification and Enlightenment as we prepare for full reception into the Church at Easter.

You might hear some terms at Mass that are unfamil- iar to you about the RCIA process. The people who are joining the Church are referred to as Catechumens or Candidates. The difference between the two is that the Catechumens have not been baptized in any way, and the Candidates have been baptized in another faith. A few weeks ago, we had the Rite of Acceptance and Welcome at the 9:30 Mass. This was the first time the Candidates Members of our RCIA and their sponsors last Sunday at and Catechumen were formally introduced to the com- St. Cecilia’s Cathedral. munity.

Last Sunday, we had the parish Rite of Election, where the catechumen and candidates signed the Book SJV Thanks of the Elect. It is the recognition of God’s choice to call We thank our Sunday School volunteers them to immediate initiation into the Church. Later that who volunteer every week to teach our Pre- day, all those in the RCIA programs in across kindergarten and Kindergarten children. the Archdiocese gathered for two separate celebrations at These teachers are instrumental in showing the Cathedral for the Rite of Election where catechumens out youngest children the love of Christ and and candidates were individually greeted and welcomed how to know God through his Son, Jesus by Archbishop Lucas. Christ.

During the Lenten season three scrutinies will be celebrated in preparation for the Easter Vigil. A scrutiny sounds scary but it is a rite or ceremony of self-searching THOUGHTS OF THE CURÉ D’ARS (St. John Vianney, our patron) and conversion. This whole RCIA process culminates

with the Easter Vigil where our Catechumen will be baptized, and along with the four candidates will be To love God is not to be faithful in fulfilling confirmed and receive their . part of our duties and to neglect the rest.

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Classy Seniors Get you green on for our St. Patrick's Day CONTRIBUTIONS LAST SUNDAY Celebration on March 17th at 5:30 pm. We will have Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes, Baby March 1, 2020 carrots, roll and butter, catered by Hy-Vee. The cost for members is $11.00 per per- Weekly Contributions $ 15,785 son. Non members is $13.00. Our entertainment for Dollar Collection $ 550 the evening will be Michael McGlynn. Send reserva- Pillar Society this week $ 1,121 tions and money to Chris Schipporeit, 5005 So. 149th Online giving this week $ 4,015 Court, Omaha, NE 68137. Reservations must be in by EMA Fund Balance 2/23 $ 5,257 March 13th. If you have any questions, please call Roof/Emergency donations this week $ 50 Gloria Jorgensen, (402) 895-2248. Also a reminder Expenditures this week $ regarding Classy Seniors dues. If you haven't paid, Weekly Accrual $ 315 you can do so that evening. As always, any member of Emergency Maintenance Fund 3/1 $ 5,622 the Parish over 50 is most welcome to attend, but still need to make reservations. Baptisms Our Welcome Your Child Baptism preparation Upcoming Lenten Events program consists of one mandatory session lasting ~ 1½hours. All registered parents having a child bap- Daily Mass or Communion Service, tized will be required to attend, even if they have had Monday-Friday at 9am a child baptized before. Please plan to attend classes ~Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 4pm after your child has been born. Did you know if you attend Stations of the Cross Please complete the Baptism registration you can then go directly to the Hall to pay and found in the narthex and turn it into the parish enjoy your fish dinner? (& avoid the Narthex line!) office to register for class. ~Men’s Retreat: March 7th (see page 4) **You must call the parish office to sign up for ~Women’s Retreat: March 21st (see page 4) the Baptism Mass as we have only 4 Baptisms at each monthly Baptism Mass.** ~Reconciliation Services: Tuesday, Upcoming Classes: April 7th at 7pm & Wednesday, April 8th at Monday, March 30th at 7pm 1:30pm Monday, April 27th at 7pm *PLEASE PARK ON RECTORY SIDE and meet in the ~Fish Fry Dinners: Fridays of Lent, 4:30- Family Room* 8:00pm in the Social Hall. Upcoming Baptisms: ** See above Take Out and Drive Thru also available Sunday, March 8th at 9:30 Mass ~FULL~ LIVE music with Win Lander! Sunday, April 12th at 11:30 Mass ALL YOU CAN EAT! Adults $11, Seniors $9, St. John Vianney Parish Community Lenten Outreach Program 2020 Kids 12 & under $7 Third Sunday of Lent, March 15th “I was sick and you cared for me.” BAKERS NEEDED! Please bring your baked Hygiene and medical supplies are always needed at items (individually wrapped, please) the Sienna Francis House. Please bring deodorant, on Fridays. A table will be set up by hand lotion, razors, lip balm and cough drops. Please the parish office in the narthex. NO MOUTHWASH. Please leave your donations in Thanks! the containers in the Narthex. Thank you.

⁜ Pro-life Living at St. John Vianney ⁜ Sunday, March 29th at 2:00pm Join all Omaha parishes as we pray a Living Rosary in support of the Culture of Life. The rosary will include Exposition and Benediction as well as a reception following.

. St. John Vianney Parish Community 4 2nd Sunday of Lent - March 8, 2020 CHILDRENS FAITH FORMATION ADULT FAITH FORMATION [email protected] ~ 402.895.0896 [email protected] ~ 402.895.0896

CHILDRENS LITURGY OF THE WORD MARY & MARTHA WOMEN’S MINISTRY Children's Liturgy of the Word is offered year-round March 9: Mary and Martha Women’s Ministry Group during the 9:30 am Mass on Sundays. It is created for meets at 6:30 pm (2nd Monday each month). Our mission children ages 4 through 10. The children of the parish are is to encourage spiritual growth and grace filled service invited by Father after the Opening Prayer to follow the within a social Christian environment. For information: Catechists to the library where they hear the Sunday Linda Luther at [email protected]. readings in words they can understand. They return to the congregation after the Creed. SJV MEN OF FAITH March 14: SJV Men of Faith meets for the a Communion REGISTER NOW! Service at 7:30 am and at 8:00 am in the ARS room. (NO Register now for the new Fall year (2020-2021). meeting on March 7 due to Men’s Retreat) Religious Education, Sunday School, and TLM. Go to our website, sjvomaha.org, for a link to the online registration. ADULT STUDY PLEASE DO THIS SOON. There is a late fee. March 10 & 17: Seeking Truth Bible Study meets at 7:00 pm in the Education Center for the Isaiah study.

PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN SUNDAY SCHOOL March 15: NO Sunday School on this day. LENTEN MISSION March 21-22: Archbishop Lucas will be joining us for a March 22 & 29: Sunday School meets at 9:30 a.m. parish visit at all the Masses this weekend. He’ll do an downstairs in the ARS room. extended homily as part of our Parish Mission, and we’ll

have a reception after each of the Masses. SACRAMENTS CATCH-UP CLASS March 15: No Catch-Up Class on this day March 23: An interactive, facilitator led discussion on “Living Mercy” begins at 7:00 pm in the Social Hall. Living March 22 & 29: The Catch-Up Class meets at 10:30 am Mercy. What are some simple ways in which to live out downstairs in the Education Center. mercy in our daily lives? Please join us for a follow-up on

WEDNESDAY EVENING RELIGIOUS ED the Archbishops visit led by Tom and Rebecca Murray.

March 11: Religious Education classes meet at 4:15 and MEN’S RETREAT 6:15 pm. March 21: Annual Lenten Women’s Retreat. Practicing the March 18: No Religious Education Classes on this day. presence of God everyday: Being attentive to the voice of

March 25: Confirmation Conversations for all 8th grade Grace: led by Fr. Dave Korth - 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. candidates during normal class times. PLEASE BE HERE. Includes Mass and lunch. Free Will offering will be taken. Register online: www.sjvomaha.org. March 31: (Tuesday): First Holy Communion Meeting at 7:00pm in the Social Hall. Meeting is for all 2nd grade RESTORED: STORIES OF ENCOUNTER students and their parents. March 12 & 19: Restored: Stories of Encounter, is a six- part documentary series, covered over two nights, on HIGH SCHOOL TEEN LIFE MINISTRY individuals who had radical encounters with Christ and Teen Life Ministry: All high school students are invited to went on to make a real difference in the world. We’ll join us on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm begin each night with reflections on mercy, then conclude in the Social Hall. Teen Life is focused on bringing youth by challenging the assumptions and attitudes which hold us together in an atmosphere that is safe and comfortable to back from sainthood in our own lives. We meet in the learn more about our faith. Social Hall at 7:00 pm each night.

March 11: TLM meets at 7:30 pm in the Social Hall. Food, YOUNG ADULTS Fun & Faith. Bring a friend. See you there. The Young Catholic Professionals chapter in Omaha has

March 18: No TLM on this day. a mission of spreading the message of "Working in Witness for Christ." We are young adults in their 20s & VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 30s. See our Facebook page: facebook.com/YCPOmaha/ Mark Your Calendars!!! "Rocky Railway" Vacation Bible for more information and upcoming events. School will be June 22-26 - 9:30 a.m. to Noon. Climb aboard for mountains of fun at Rocky Railway! On this YCP volleyball team signups will happen around faith-filled adventure, kids discover that trusting Jesus pulls 3/3/20. Keep your eye open for more information. For them through life’s ups and downs. Register NOW on our more specific information events, visit the Facebook page. website at sjvomaha.org. Come to all of these events or whichever ones fit your schedule. See you soon!!

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THE WEEK AHEAD MASS INTENTIONS Monday, March 9th Monday, March 9th 6:30pm Mary & Martha-Social Hall 9:00am Communion Service 7:00pm Al Anon-Youth Room Tuesday, March 10th Tuesday, March 10th 9:00am † Mary Lorence 1:00pm Pinochle-Family Room Wednesday, March 11th 7:00pm Seeking Truth-Youth Room 9:00am † Jim Ballard 7:30pm AA-Ars Room Thursday, March 12th Wednesday, March 11th 9:00am † Bob Kline 4:15pm RE Classes-Education Center Friday, March 13th 6:15pm RE Classes-Education Center 9:00am † Theresa & Jack Dever 7:30pm TLM-Social Hall Saturday, March 14th Thursday, March 12th 3rd Sunday of Lent 10:00am Al Anon-Youth Room 5:30pm † George Sheehan III 7:00pm Restored: Stories of Encounter-Social Hall Sunday, March 15th Friday, March 13th 7:30am † Paul Finney 4:00pm Stations of the Cross 9:30am For the living parishioners 4:30pm Fish fry-Social Hall 11:30am † Joe Bonnett, Jr. Saturday, March 14th 9:00am Youth Choir-Church Sunday, March 15th Please remember in your prayers all our loved 12:30pm ChristLife-Social Hall ones who have passed away recently, especially Jim Ballard, husband of Lora. If you have a loved one who has recently passed away and would like their names listed, please call the office. Please continue to pray for our military men & women and their families., including our SJV military family members who are listed in our office display. If your loved one has returned home, please let us know in the office so we can update the display.

Saturday Sunday Sunday Sunday

3/14-15 5:30pm 7:30am 9:30am 11:30am

Presider Fr. Richard Fr. Juan Fr. Richard Fr. Richard

( preaching) (deacon preaching) (deacon preaching) (deacon preaching)

Eucharistic 1. R. Roche 1. R. Laughlin 1. K. Korth 1. K. Epp Ministers 2. A. Glinski 2. J. Savage 2. S. Korth 2. R. Epp 3. V. Galietta 3. S. Babel 3. M. Carlson 3. T. Cerone L. Inzerello/ 4. F. Galietta 4. R. Jackson 4. B. Bonner 4. C. Karschner C. Luedtke 5. J. Choi 5. C. Hanson 5. F. Telich 5. H. Sawtelle to Millard Manor 7. S. Vorderstrasse 7. M. Lockart 7. M. Janousek 7. T. Schaecher R. Balwanz 8. C. Walstrom 8. J. Pravecek 8. D. Henning 8. Bev Brown to Good 9. D. Loveless 9. J. Stopak 9. R. Gasper 9. M. Rooney Samaritan 10. K. Loveless 10. B. McGowan 10. J. Navin 10. Volunteer Lectors 1. M. Munro 1. L. Colovos 1. J. Baker 1. C. Slavik

Brian Lichter, [email protected] Lichter, Brian 2. M. Bruckner 2. M. Drew 2. J. Frankenfield 2. K. Gurnett

Cher Slavik, [email protected] Slavik, Cher Lynn Gaston, [email protected] Gaston, Lynn Servers 1. L. Corey 1. H. Poston 1. G. Hunsaker 1. E. Clark

2. J. Corey 2. H. Schaaf 2. W. Hunsaker 2. L. Clark

EMHCs: EMHCs: Lectors: Servers:

MINISTRY SCHEDULE MINISTRY Gift Bearers The Raddish Vince & June Sean & Sarah Beth Martens family Pravecek Moore

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Help Lines Alcoholics Anonymous……………………..556-1880 Looking Ahead AL-ANON……………………………………….553-5033 March 13th Stations of the Cross Domestic Abuse………………………………558-5700 Fish Fry Gamblers Anonymous………………………978-7557 March 21st Women’s Retreat Parents Asst. Line…………………………...397-9909 March 28 Blood Drive Project Rachel………………………..1-800-964-3787 Prayer Request Line…call the parish office or April 7 Reconciliation Service email [email protected] April 8 Reconciliation Service Nat’l Suicide Prevention Lifeline..1-800-273-8255

PASTORAL DIRECTORY MASSES PASTORAL COUNCIL Monday-Friday ...... 9:00am Dcn. Chris Hanson…....402-502-7089...... Contact Saturday ...... 5:30pm Sunday ...... 7:30am, 9:30am,11:30am REGISTRATIONS In the Narthex by the Family Room PARISH OFFICE Parish Office ...... (402) 895-0808 HOSPITAL VISITS **SEE DIRECT STAFF PHONE NUMBERS BELOW If you or a family member are admitted into the Religious Education Office ...... (402) 895-0896 hospital and would like to be visited by a priest, Fax ...... (402) 932-1336 please call the parish office at (402) 895-0808. E-mail address ...... [email protected] Hospitals no longer contact us with names of patients. Web Site ...... sjvomaha.org Facebook….... https://www.facebook.com/SJVOmaha SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION 4:30-5:00pm Saturday, and by appointment. PARISH OFFICE HOURS Daytime Hours ...Monday-Friday…….8:00am-5:00pm BAPTISMS Evening Hours……….Wednesday…....6:00pm-9:00pm See schedule in bulletin for dates Saturday ...... 8:00am-4:00pm of Baptism Classes and Masses.

PASTORAL STAFF WEDDINGS Fr. Richard Reiser ...... Pastor Contact church at least six months in advance.

Joseph Choi ...... Deacon Tom Frankenfield ...... Deacon MOVING Contact parish office (402) 895-0808 Chris Hanson………………………………………Deacon Ron Hesson………………………………………...Deacon BULLETIN DEADLINE Ron Horner………………………………………...Deacon Tuesday by 12:00 noon. Harold Sawtelle ...... Deacon All bulletin information submitted will Frank Telich ...... Deacon be subject to review for content and editing due to space availability. PARISH STAFF Brian Corey…… 402-810-9589……..Pastoral Minister LECTOR ANNOUNCEMENTS John Gencarelli...402-895-0896…….. Director of Faith All announcements to be read at Masses need to be Formation into the parish office by NOON on Friday and are Sue Gloe…………..Receptionist/Parish Office Support subject to review for content. Terry Gloe ...... Facilities & Maintenance Dcn. Chris Hanson..402-502-7089...Parish Life Director Mary Johnson ...... Communications Director Cliff Potts ...... 402-502-0862………………...Finance Christyne Vranes ...... Events/Volunteer Coordinator

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