April 8, 2018 | Divine Sunday

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MASS SCHEDULE PARISH OFFICE/RECTORY PHONE Weekend (316) 722-4404 CONFESSION SCHEDULE Saturday 8:00 a.m., 5:00 & 7:00 p.m. Daily 4:50-5:25 p.m. Sunday 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. OFFICE HOURS Saturdays 3:00-4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Weekdays Monday-Friday 8:00 am & 5:30 p.m. 861 N. Socora | Wichita, KS 67212 | (316) 722-4404 | www.stfranciswichita.com

. 2 Father’s Focus

WELCOME! We are always excited to see On the evening of His Resurrection, the Risen Christ appeared to His gathered new faces in our Church. The disciples. St. John tells us that spoke to them saying, “ be with you.” These members, friends, and staff of St. Parish look friendly words dispelled the fear and shame the must’ve been feeling at behaving forward to welcoming you into this so disloyally during His passion. Then Jesus does something wholly unexpected, He community of . We invite you to join us for any worship showed them His hands and His side. No longer marks of shame, the glorious wounds service or event we offer as a now expressed the salvation He accomplished. Years later St. Peter noted this writing, way to get to know us better, as you seek your place in our community. “By His wounds you have been healed.” Likewise the marks of the passion on the Risen Christ show us love in its most All are welcome to join us in worship as we come from radical form. This is especially true of that great wound caused by a Roman spear which diverse backgrounds seeking copiously poured forth blood and water. Perhaps no one understood this better than St. lives of greater balance and spiritual growth. Faustina Kowalska, a religious sister living in the twentieth century. In a series of private revelations the Lord Jesus revealed to St. Faustina her mission as the and NEW TO OUR PARISH? We’d love to have you join our faith “Secretary” of His Mercy. Part of her task was to commission an image of community! Start the registration which depicted Jesus clothed in white in a posture of blessing with red and white rays process by completing one of our “Welcome” cards found in each aisle, coming from His heart. Beneath are the words “Jesus, I trust in You.” The image and by going online or by calling the the other Divine Mercy devotions are meant to remind everyone of God’s merciful love parish office. and to entreat that mercy for the whole world and particularly for sinners. PRAY On this , believe in the love of God, trust in His promises, ADORATION CHAPEL and be healed by the glorious wounds of Jesus Christ.

Jesus speaking to St. Faustina - Rev. Andy Walsh 'I desire that (Eucharistic) Adoration take place for the intention of imploring Mercy for the world’.

Everyone is invited to our second bi-annual Parish work day on Saturday, April 14, Urgent Need: from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We need many people of all ages and skill levels. Please Friday 11:00-Noon look at the list below and see if you can help out in any of the areas listed. Please bring

The Adoration Chapel will close at any tools that you know you can use on the . 6:00 pm on Holy Thursday and will reopen We will be doing some Painting, Grounds and Landscape Work, General Sunday at 2:00 pm. Cleaning of the Church and Campus Buildings, Fence Repair, and Gutter

Cleaning! Call Sandy Rongish at 990-6647 or Jenny Morgan at 721-8871 if you Some of these tasks require skilled laborers such as: would like to sign up. Ball Field bleacher repair, Frame and pour concrete slab, Level sidewalk cracks, Repair rod iron fence, and Cleaning the water heater in 8th grade level

Work builds relationships, accomplishes a task, and beautifies the world. Please join us on April 14, to help address any of these needs on our campus. Who knows? We www.facebook.com/kssfachurch may even whistle while we work! www.instagra.m.com/kssfachurch www.twitter.com/kssfachurch

. What’s Happening ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI 3 YOUTH MINISTRY I WILL follow HIM - THE CONFERENCE FOR DISCIPLES + All High School Students in the parish are invited to join us for TEWARDS VANGELISTS ATECHISTS S + E + C . CYM on Wednesday nights. Throughout the year we participate in Our Diocesan Stewardship Conference welcomes Curtis various activities that allow us to meet new people, grow in our Martin, founder of FOCUS campus ministries and Father faith as well as serve our community. We currently have students Jarrod Lies, pastor of St. Francis of Assisi parish, who will from five different High Schools who attend on a regular basis. inspire us and give practical help in changing our faith from

‘maintenance’ to be ‘missionaries.’ When asked, “Who are you following?” we respond “Jesus!” By participating in this year’s conference, you will come to know how to encounter and follow Jesus and how to share this encounter with your family, parish and community. Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Church of the Magdalen – 9:00 APRIL 11 - and Benediction 8:00-9:30 p.m. a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Registration fee of $20 includes lunch, APRIL 14 - Parish Workday 9:00-2:00 p.m. snacks, handouts and other materials. (No one will be turned APRIL 15 - Coffee and Rolls 9:30-Noon away due to finances. No cost for priests and religious.) APRIL 18 - Ultimate Spoons Tournament Opening Mass celebrated by Bishop Carl A. Kemme – closing APRIL 25 - Breakout Sessions 8:00-9:30pm adoration with Wichita Adore Ministry. For the full schedule and to register: http://catholicdioceseofwichita.org/ “Philip found Nathanael and told him, ‘We have found the one conferences/2018-conference wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of .” John 1:45 BAPTISMS If you are a registered member here at St. Francis and need to schedule a baptism please call the Church office, 722-4404. SERVICE PROJECT CYM will be participating in the SFA Parish Workday on Sat- GENERATIONS OF FAITH PRESENTS - urday. April 14th from 9am-2pm. If you are looking for some ‘COMPASSION WITHOUT BORDERS’ extra service hours this would be a great opportunity. This spring, Generations of Faith is excited to introduce a All are invited to serve! new ministry – “Compassion without Borders” – at our April 29 event, 5 to 7:30 in the gym. Registrations are required and COOKOUT AT THE RRECTORY take place April 7-8 and 14-15 after all masses. In this new ministry, St. Francis of Assisi Parish will partner Wednesday, May 30 we will have our annual CYM cookout at with the Diocese of Khammam India, where, under the the rectory from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. All incoming Freshmen guidance of Fr. Kiran Kumar Medipalli, we will assess the are invited to attend. We will have hamburgers, hotdogs, and needs of the area. outdoor games! All high school students are invited to Come learn more about this heartwarming ministry, which will allow our parish to reach around the world to help our participate. brothers and sisters in Christ. Generations of Faith is a 2½ hour Sunday evening event beginning with a light meal, age-appropriate talks COFFEE AND ROLLS (kindergarten through adult) and closing prayer. The CYM will be hosting coffee and rolls after the 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Masses on April 8th, April 15, April 22, and April 29th, All in the parish are welcome to join us for some

great food and fellowship.

LOOKING AHEAD TO MAY May 2- The Mass Explained - 8:00-9:30 p.m. - CYM Room A gathering for all young adults, single or married, ages 22 – 35 May 9 - Holy Hour - 8:00-9:30 p.m. - CYM Room to come together for an evening of faith and friendship. Our May 16 - Road to Ordination - 8:00-9:30 p.m. - CYM Room next gathering will be this Thursday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the May 23 - Study Night - 8:00-9:30 p.m. - CYM Room Rectory. The evening consists of a presentation, discussion May 30 - Cookout at the Rectory- 7:00-9:00 p.m. and social time. You are welcome to come for all or part of the evening. Non-parishioners are welcome. Spouses older Prayer and Action than 35 are welcome. Feel free to bring nonalcoholic drinks Prayer and Action sign up underway! The dates are June 10-15 or snacks as you wish. Daycare will be provided, please call or or June 24-29. This is a week long mission trip in our diocese. text Sarah Steinert at 316-613-9507 or email We will be traveling to Schulte America to serve, pray, and [email protected] to sign up your children. have some fun. Cost is $60. To sign up contact Emily at [email protected].

. 4 News & Notes What’s Happening

BISHOP CARROLL CHEERLEADING HARVEST HOUSE: A SENIOR MINISTRY TRYOUTS FOR 2018-2019 SCHOOL We will meet on April, 19 at 12 noon in St. Clare Hall. We YEAR. will have a pot luck luncheon, members are asked to bring a Tryouts for Bishop Carroll cheerleading for the 2018-19 covered dish. Sister Stephanie Heskamp, Director of Music of school year will be held Friday, April 13 at 4:00 PM in the our parish will be our guest speaker. Come join us for a BCCHS Activities Complex gym. Mandatory Clinics will be couple of hours of fellowship if you are 55 years of age or April 9-12, 6:00-7:00 AM in BCCHS Activities Complex gym. over. For more information call John at 722-7611. To be eligible to try out, girls:  Must have ALL teachers complete the student/ teacher evaluation form and return to BCCHS Office by VERNACULAR MAILING OPT-OUT Tuesday April 9th Would you like to receive the Vernacular via email, instead of  Must complete and return the parent Consent Form receiving the print version in the mail? If yes, please send your and bring to the first day of the clinic. name and email address(es) to [email protected] –  Must read the 2018-19 Cheer Constitution and return with the subject line of “Vernacular Mailing Opt-Out” – and the last page on the first day of the clinic. we will email you a link to the monthly parish newsletter each  Must attend Mandatory Clinic each day (April 9-12 6:00-7:00 AM in BCCHS Activities Complex gym). month and remove your household from the Vernacular mail- th  Must tryout on Friday, April 13 (4:00 - end in BCCHS ing list. This is optional, but will help us save on postage for Activities Complex gym) those who prefer to receive the newsletter this way. Thank  Must wear shorts, T-shirt, and tennis shoes (no jewel- you! ry or glitter).  Must be in good academic standing. All forms can be accessed on the Bishop Carroll website: TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY http://www.bcchs.org/athletics/cheer.php . Please contact Tues AM bible study will begin Tim Gray's Philippians on Becky Eck @ [email protected] with any FORMED April 17 to July in St. room 9:00- questions. 10:30. $10/Workbook. Questions [email protected] or call JoAnn 721-7940. LIFESAVER SUNDAY WEEKEND FOR A BETTER CHOICE Saturday, April 14th and Sunday April 15th is Lifesaver Sunday USHER TRAINING: weekend at our parish. A special effort to support our local All Ushers and the Church Lock up team Catholic pregnancy center, A Better Choice, will follow each are invited to an Usher Training Session on mass. This ministry provides hope and help for women strug- gling with the challenges of unexpected pregnancy and for Saturday, April 7 at 9 am or Tuesday, April 10 at 7 those who have made a choice for life under difficult circum- pm. Rick Shellenbarger from Sedgwick County stances. All services are provided FREE to ANYONE who Emergency Management will be here to present on threats asks for help. Your continued financial support is needed to and preventative measures. sustain this ministry. Please be generous in this annual The sessions will last about an hour and a half. Please Knights of Columbus drive to support a culture of life by plan to attend one of these two sessions to assist with your contributing on Lifesaver Sunday and consider their mission with your prayer, time, and treasure. You may learn more at duties as an Usher. www.pregnancywichita.com. Thank you.

ENTER MORE DEEPLY INTO THE MYSTERY OF JESUS IN THE EUCHARIST A Reflection on the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass Tuesday, April 10, 2018 7pm - 8:30pm Now Accepting Applications for the 2018-19 School Spiritual Life Center th Evening Theology Institute Class Presented by Janet Moore Year for Preschool through 7 Grade Through the heart of Mary and Scripture, and some of the  Enrollment is underway for the 2018-19 Classes at St. literally hundreds of Miracles of the Eucharist, we will Francis of Assisi Catholic School for grades K-7. contemplate the Mystery of Jesus poured out for us in the  The Application for Admission can be found on the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Come, learn, be amazed and school website (stfranciswichita.com). moved as we prayerfully reflect on the Infinite Love, Power and Mystery of Christ – ALIVE and WITH US today!  Enrollment for Preschool is also underway for chil-

dren ages 3-4. Openings are still available in the TTENTION UNIOR LASS ARENTS 4 YR M-W-F AM Class and the 4 YR M-F PM A J C P & Class. STUDENTS We are looking for Junior class parents and students to For more information about both of these opportunities, volunteer to help serve at the reception that is put on for the please contact the School Office (722-5171). Or visit the graduating seniors from our parish on Sunday, May 20 after School Website and check “What’s Happening”. the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Call the church office at 722-4404 if you are interested. . Liturgical Stewards 5 MASS INTENTIONS- APRIL 9-15, 2018 Monday 9th 8:00 a.m. Fr. Vincent & Fr. Reinhard Eck LEGION OF MARY MON St. Bonaventure Center after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. 5:30 p.m. Aida Gort 9 CHILD OF MY HEART Tuesday 10th 8:00 a.m. Gene Farran Miscarriage and Stillbirth Support Group St. 5:30 p.m. Charles Watson Bonaventure Center at 7:30 pm. Questions please call Wednesday 11th 8:00 a.m. Janet Tiemeyer or text Becky at 210-1098. 5:30 p.m. Virginia Meyer TUE MARIAN MANTLE GROUP Thursday 12th 8:00 a.m. Conrad Kough Following the 8:00 a.m. Mass to pray for loved ones 5:30 p.m. John Kisner 10 who no longer practice the faith. Friday 13th 8:00 a.m. Carol Kusch MOMS OF YOUNG CHILDREN 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Victor & Nilka Cano TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Saturday 14th 8:00 a.m. Eve Trainer 9:00-10:30 a.m. in St. Bonaventure Room 5:00 p.m. Charles Dix THE ROSARY GROUP 7:00 p.m. For the People 7:00 p.m. in the Church. All are welcome. This week’s Sunday 15th 7:00 a.m. All Souls petition is: “Jesus, thank You for the promises You give us 8:30 a.m. For the People by virtue of Your Divine Mercy. Help us remember to seek 10:00 a.m. Teresa Kuster Steffen the refuge of Your Mercy in our daily lives.” 11:30 a.m. Kelly Ollek 1:00 p.m. Kevin Gazaway WED ST. FRANCIS 10:00 A.M. CHOIR Rehearse at 7:00 p.m. in Clare Hall Music Room. Weekday Servers & Lectors 11 ST. FRANCIS MEN’S ENSEMBLE Monday, April 9, at 8:00 a.m. Rehearse at 8:30 p.m. in Clare Hall Music room. All Altar Servers: J. Rosa/N. Tajchman men of the parish are welcome. MARY’S MOMS Master Server G. McElhiney 9:00 am-11:00 am in St. Clare Hall. Monday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m. THU LADIES ROSARY GROUP Lector: Bob Voboril Meet in St. Bonaventure Center from Altar Servers: J. Stewart/T. Stewart 12 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. All ladies are welcome. Tuesday, April 10, at 8:00 a.m. ST. FRANCIS GIRLS’ ENSEMBLE 8th grade through high school, 4:30-5:30 p.m. in St. Altar Servers: L. Schuster/M. Schwitzer Clare Hall Music Room. Tuesday, April 10, at 5:30 p.m. B. Wasinger FRI BIBLE STUDY Lector: We will meet in St. Bonaventure Center at 8:30 a.m. We Altar Servers: H. Nguyen/J. Vopat 13 will be studying Genesis. Wednesday, April 11, at 8:00 a.m. Altar Servers: B. Nuessen/C. Carter SAT THE ROSARY Wednesday, April 11, at 5:30 p.m. will be prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass in the church. Lector: Darlene Bird 14 All are invited. Altar Servers: H. Faber/T. McCormick WELCOMING COMMITTEE Thursday, April 12, at 8:00 a.m. SUN Is set up after each Mass for anyone who is wanting to Altar Servers: E. Neville/J. Rodriguez 15 become a registered. Thursday, April 12, at 5:30 p.m. VIETNAMESE ROSARY Lector: Mary Kay Blasi monthly scriptural rosary and adoration this Sunday, Altar Servers: J. Stuckey/K. Stuckey April 15 at 5:00 pm in the church Friday, April 13, at 8:00 a.m. Altar Servers: A. Vopat/A. Sauer/B. Zamzow Master Server J. Stephenson GENEROSITY ABOUNDS - FINANCE REPORT Friday, April 13, at 5:30 p.m. Thank you for your financial support of our Parish! Patti Bluml Lector: Week ending April 1, 2018 Altar Servers: B. Saville/H. Saville/K. Gulick Contributions ...... $123,293 Saturday, April 14, at 8:00 a.m. Required Funds ...... $100,365 Lector: Herb Shaner Total ...... ($22,928) Altar Servers: L. Forbes/L. Carter July 2017 to Date Contributions ...... $3,790,158 CUP Required Funds ...... $4,014,600 Please check in with Priest before Mass. To sign up Total ...... ($224,442) please call the Church Office at 722-4404

Easter - World Missions Contributions ...... $10,344 April 14-15 Kyle Lang April 21-22 Jeremy Lezniak

. 6 Liturgical Stewards Parish Directory Saturday, April 14, at 5:00 p.m. Lector/Commentator: Darlene Bird/Jim Sachs PARISH STAFF Offertory Gifts: Steven & Vanessa Harshberger Fr. C. Jarrod Lies ...... (cell phone) 316.304.5291 Altar Servers: A. Mauler/B. Overlie/K. Hill E-Mail ...... [email protected] Master of Ceremony: Logan Tajchman Fr. Andrew Labenz ...... (cell phone) 620.960.2687 Eucharistic Minister: Alan Schuckman/Steve & Leann Cless/ E-Mail ...... [email protected] Stuart & Elizabeth Meether Fr. Andrew Walsh ...... Saturday, April 14, at 7:00 p.m. E-Mail ...... [email protected] Lector/Commentator: Juli McClure Medical Emergency Number ...... 316.531.0184 Offertory Gifts: Julie Fisher Emily Savage, Dir. Youth/Young Adult ... 316-722-4404 Altar Servers: B. Prichard/J. Rongish/L. Prichard Vanessa Condreay, Confirmation Coordinator 316.640.8527 Master of Ceremony: Emmanuel Zink Kelly Brandt, Parish School of Religion ...... 316.641.5852 Eucharistic Minister: Carolyn Stump/Randy & Judy Phelps/ Mary Carter, School Principal ...... 316.722.5171 Myron Ewy/Robert Lyall PARISH OFFICE/RECTORY Sunday, April 15, at 7:00 a.m. Office ...... 316.722.4404 Lector/Commentator: Johanna Forshee/Deanna Abildgaard Fax ...... 316.722.4738 Altar Servers: G. Rogers/J. Miller/Z. Rogers Website ...... www.stfranciswichita.com Eucharistic Minister: Kimberly Yager/Linda Shinogle/Peggy Meyer E-Mail ...... [email protected] Rita Landwehr/Sarah Westbury Sunday, April 15, at 8:30 a.m. SCHOOL Phone...... 316.722.5171 Lector/Commentator: Sarah Westbury/Kristin Martin Fax ...... 316.722.0492 Offertory Gifts: Leroy & Kay Goodnight Altar Servers: C. Strunk/K. McClure/L. Taylor Master of Ceremony: Grady McElhiney PRAYER REQUESTS Eucharistic Minister: Clare Morgan/Dave & Dianne Carter/ Donna: (8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.) ...... 316.722.6204 Jenny Morgan/Vi Schuckman Kevin or Karen: (6:00-10:00 p.m.) ...... 316.721.1771 Sunday, April 15, at 10:00 a.m. E-mail ...... [email protected] Lector/Commentator: Catherine Bitting/Chuck Mies KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #4118 ...... 316.461.6481 Offertory Gifts: Christopher & Susan Garcia ST. LIBRARY Altar Servers: E. Benefiel/G. Ast/J. Lara Hours: Friday 8:30-9:30 a.m. & Sunday 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Master of Ceremony: Kian Farley ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY Eucharistic Minister: Andie & Billy Lubbers/Lisa Changler/ Call 706-7185 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Jennifer & Mike Hybl UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Sunday, April 15, at 11:30 a.m. Phone ...... 1.800.848.LOVE Lector/Commentator: Travis/Pearson/John Pearson NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING Offertory Gifts: Anthony & Wilfreda Goebel Those interested in attending NFP classes may contact the Altar Servers: G. Petersen/L. Petersen/L. Zarchan diocesan office at 316-685-6776. Website: www.nfpwichita.org. Master of Ceremony: Ben Daigle PROJECT RACHEL Eucharistic Minister: Emily Savage/Maggie & Robert Orris/ If you or a friend is hurting from an abortion, please call Lynn & Rene Feldkamp 316-634-1300 today. Sunday, April 15, at 1:00 p.m. Lector/Commentator: Sondra Garvey/Randy Phelps Offertory Gifts: Theresa Gallant SACRAMENTS Altar Servers: B. Munk/D. Lyle/R. Haneberg Baptisms: After weekend Masses by appointment only. Parents registered here at St. Francis please call the church Master of Ceremony: Nguyen office at 722-4404. Eucharistic Minister: John Bahr/Larry & Martha Dostert/ Matrimony: Call the priest at the Rectory at least 9 months in advance. Sue Gunther/Tom Eckberg LOST AND FOUND MUSIC SCHEDULE Please check Lost and Found in front walkway. Items will only Saturday, April 14 be kept for two weeks before donating to Good Will. 5:00 p.m. Carole Pracht/Cami Scott CHANGES 7:00 p.m. Scotney Reichenberger/Bogners Please keep the Church Office informed of changes in names, Sunday, April 15 addresses, phone numbers, etc. By letting us know you have 8:30 a.m. Ryan Dick/Melissa Seiler moved, we can save money on postage returns and keep our 10:00 a.m. Matt Ho/Men’s Choir membership roster up to date. 11:30 a.m. Sr. Heskamp/Emily Landon BULLETIN NOTICES 1:00 p.m. Sr. Heskamp/Clare Morgan Must be submitted to church office no later than 9:00 a.m. Monday.

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