North American Martyrs Church August 16, 2020 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Witnessing to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and living the Sacramental life.

Parish Calendar

PARISH COUNCIL will meet on Tuesday, August 18th at 7:00 pm.

20th Week in Ordinary Time We pray for those who suffer from illness or disability—those whose lives are affected by their illness: Mike Arnold, Ed Monday August 17 Benes, Paul Bilau, Deb Brandl, Marvene Bruner, Cari Cobler, 6:40 AM John & Donna Bode Bob Cook, Cara Delp, DiAnne Donahoo, Tisha Elder, Steve 8:00 AM Maria Kolodziejczyk† Gabell, Sonja Gates, Brandy Goeschel, Tom Goodwater, Geri Tuesday August 18 Hepp, Rick Horne, Maria Kozlowski, Jill Lee, Clint Lochner, 6:40 AM The Ruth Family Barbara Noll, LeAnn Obrecht, Marlys Parish, Candy Rueb, 8:00 AM Sara A. Benes Derek Ruth, Delores Schlienz, Theresa Sears, David Sedlak, Patti Simpson, Pat Wednesday August 19 Steiner, Norman Sweitzer, Earl Taulborg, Gilda Thompson, Raymond Vogel & 6:40 AM Paul & Dolores Jueneman Lane Whitaker. Names will remain on the list for 3 months unless otherwise notified. 8:00 AM Staff & Administration of Martyrs School and Parish Special Thanks to Nancy Mongeon, Barb Rupp, Thursday August 20 Sandra Podany, Kala Bourek and Carol Ruskamp for 6:40 AM Harold & Lorain Faimon† creating new floral arrangements for the altar. 8:00 AM Diana Miller Thank you to the Altar Society for purchasing the new lace Friday August 21 altar cloth and linen fabric to make new cloths. We greatly 6:40 AM Ann Vogel† appreciate all you do to beautify and adorn the sanctuary of God. 8:00 AM Sr. Janelle Buettner Saturday August 22 9:00 AM Shari Pofahl†

Weekend Masses Check out FORMED.org for access to various Catholic DVD series, movies, and audio CDs for adults, children, and teens. You will sign in with your email Saturday August 22 and create your own password. 6:00 PM Joe B. Thorpe Pick of the Week: Extraordinary Stories for Children, 11 Episodes Sunday August 23 Children as young as five and adults of all ages will enjoy this colorful, engag- 7:00 AM Roberts Family ing film. The film features eleven different stories that introduce children to the 8:00 AM Glen Wobig† spirituality and ministry of Blessed Solanus Casey. Each segment features a 9:30 AM Our Parish Family child who tells a fascinating and true story about Blessed Solanus. As the story 11:00 AM Arlene Swoboda† unfolds, another child colors a large drawing that is eventually revealed to be a colorful illustration of the segment. Thoughts from the North American Martyrs

1636, At the year’s end, St. Isaac Jogues had SCRIP written to his mother: “We have baptized about Last Week Sales: Total: $3,645 Total Profit: $114 Number of Families: 11 240 this year….All the labors of a million per- sons, would they not be worth while if they Do you purchase gas at Casey’s (3%), Super Saver (3%), U-Stop (5%) or WalMart/Sams (2.5%)? Please use SCRIP and help us increase our profit! gained one single soul for Jesus Christ?” We currently offer in the main Church Monday through Friday. Jesus is truly present–body, blood, soul and Thank you for your generosity divinity–in the Blessed Sacrament. Therefore, Adoration is an excellent time for many types Stewardship Received Last Week. Thank You! of prayer. Prayers of thanksgiving, prayers of petition, prayers of reparation or atonement for Adult Tithe Envelopes (119 families) $19,058 sin and prayers of praise and adoration before Adult Electronic Tithe (331 families) $13,284 Christ present in the Eucharist. The quiet of the church in the presence of the Plate $290 Lord is also an escape from the noise of the Youth world, and it is very conducive to prayer. Eu- Total Tithe Received $32,632 charistic Adoration is a wonderful source of grace in our lives. All are welcome; everyone Weekly Tithing Goal $30,599 is invited to come and pray. Received to Date: July 1 - August 9 $170,617 https://www.signupgenius.com/ Needed for Annual Budget go/10c0848a9a92b0-eucharistic $183,354 Annual Budget Shortage to Date ($12,737) Martyrs School News Attention Soccer and Flag Football Teams! Martyrs’ PTO is currently accepting fall sports outdoor field rentals. Email us at August 17 First Day of School—Noon Dismissal [email protected] for availability and more infor- mation. Baptism: We welcome those newly baptized. Please pray for them as they continue to grow in Area Events Christ. Blake Gregory, son of Scott and Jessica Good Counsel Retreat House, Waverly offers retreats for Heiser. Congratulations! men or women: Aug. 28-30 Unbound Retreat: Freedom in Christ with Matt Simmons and Fr. Gary Coulter, and Sept. 4-7 Directed Ignatian Retreat: Spiritual Exercises with Fr. Chris Congratulations to Braden Guess and Ashtyn Barak and Fr. Gary Coulter; goodcounselretreat.com or 402- Kleinschmit who were married on August 14th 786-2705. and to Spencer Klein and Laura Drevo who wed on August 15th at North American Martyrs. May Lincoln Mothers on a Mission (MOMs) will be meeting Sat- God bless you with a lifetime of happiness and love. urday, August 29th at 8:30 am. "Mom Bod: Breaking free from the Chains of a Poor Body Image” with Megan McDer- How Do I Become a Catholic? mott. Lincoln MOMs is a group of Catholic mothers searching RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, is the process for fellowship, hope, & joy in our ever-changing voca- by which Non-Catholic adults (whether unbaptized or baptized tion. Monthly meetings are held from 8:30-10:30 am at the in another Christian denomination) become members of the , St. Thomas Aquinas Church located at 320 N. Roman . It is a period of study and formation 16th Street. Contact us at [email protected] or where adults learn about the Catholic faith and prepare to re- www.facebook.com/lincolnmothersonamission. ceive the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist) that make them full members of the Catholic Church. Additionally, the RCIA process is the avenue Register now for the following in-person or online fall classes with The Emmaus Institute for Biblical Studies, running Sep- through which Catholic adults who have not received all of the tember 8 – November 16: The Letter of James, Leviticus Sacraments of Initiation are able to do so. RCIA classes will be through Deuteronomy, Interpreting the Bible, the Book of Job, on Thursday nights from 6-7:30 pm beginning September 10th. The Saints and the Scriptures. Learn more and register Please call the Parish Office or Fr. Fleck for more information. at www.emmausinstitute.net.

CCD at North American Martyrs is a program where you will The Lincoln Christus Foundation is organizing a Golf Tour- learn about God, your Catholic Faith, and will prepare you for nament benefit for the ministries of . Spon- the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation. sors and golfers are invited to support Catholic Apostolates like Students in first through eighth grade who attend public the Retreat House, Leadership Camp, Knights of the Holy Eu- schools or are homeschooled are invited and encouraged to charist and Mission Trips. Register now for the Golf Scramble participate. Classes meet on Wednesday evenings from 6— on Fri. Sept 18, 10am at Crooked Creek Golf Course in Lin- 7:30 pm and will begin September 9th. You can find regis- coln: $125 per player/$500 per team includes lunch, prizes and tration forms at the Parish Information Center or on our web- more: theChristusFoundation.org/events or contact Gary at 402- site. Please drop them in the Sunday collection basket or re- 430-3732, [email protected] turn them to the Office. Job Opportunities:

CCD Teachers Needed: Volunteers in our CCD program Blessed Sacrament Church & School in Lincoln, is seeking are responsible for faith formation of our most treasured re- a Facilities & Maintenance Manager. Responsibilities include source – our children. Although each parent is the primary edu- keeping the building & grounds in good repair. General cator of their children in matters of faith, catechists provide an knowledge of electrical, HVAC, & plumbing is helpful. Previ- essential service to the children by sharing their faith and giving ous experience preferred. Pay is commensurate with experi- their time to explain the teachings of the Catholic Church. As ence. Health & dental insurance & retirement plan are availa- an additional benefit, catechists certainly deepen their own faith ble. Contact the parish office with questions or to apply: 402- through the experience of teaching it to others. If you are inter- 474-74249. ested in helping in a classroom as the teacher or as an assistant, please contact Fr. Connor at 402-476-8088 ext. 3 or Beth at [email protected]. Cathedral of the Risen Christ Parish seeks a motivated individual to cultivate stewardship and financial stability as Director of Stewardship. This full-time position will manage Seeking Truth Bible Study implementation of the parish’s strategic plan and contribute to We welcome people from all backgrounds to the long-term vitality of Cathedral Church and School by join us in studying God’s Word. If you’ve building relationships with parishioners, school families, ever wanted to know more about the Bible, now alumni and other partners. The selected candidate must be a is your chance. Please come and study scripture practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church and with us and tell a friend too. Patty Krings will be possess a keen attention to detail and superior communication facilitating this year’s study of Romans and Ephesians begin- skills. Evening and weekend work is required as job duties ning Wednesday, September 23rd, from 6-7:30 pm. (Same demand. Preference will be given to applicants who possess night and time as CCD). A book is available for $20, but is development experience and/or existing parish membership. not required. Please call the Parish Office at 402-476-8088 Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to ext. 5 for more information or to register. Alice Hagedorn, Parish Secretary at AMHagedorn@crchrist- parish.org.