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2 0 7 N O RT H V I N E S T R E E T • F E RG U S F A L L S M N 5 6 5 3 7
December 21 & 28, 2014
Our Parish Mission Statement:
I nspired by Mary,
Nourished by Word and Sacrament,
R ejoicing in the Lord, and
I gnited by the Spirit
We are sent to love and serve,
as we journey toward the Kingdom!
Web Sites:
Parish………...….….www.ffolvchurch.org
School…………….….www.ffolvschool.org
Faith Formation…….….www.ffolvchurch.org
Diocesan……………………......www.stcdio.org
Sunday Masses:
Saturday………………..………....4:30 p.m.
Sunday……………………..……. 8:30 a.m.
Sunday……………………..…... 10:30 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Thursday…………………………..8:30 a.m.
Friday……………………………….8:30 a.m.
Saturday…………………………..3:30 p.m.
Pastor:
Fr. Alan Wielinski
115 North Oak Street, Fergus Falls
Deacon:
Deacon Chuck Kampa
Pastoral Associate:
Peggy Rezac
Church & Office Hours
8:30 a.m.— 4:30 p .m. (Monday-Friday)
Fourth Sunday of Advent, Christmas,
Holy Family & New Years
W HAT ’ S H APPENING
A Note from Father Alan …
With this bulletin (covering two weekends) we close out
the Advent Season of joyful hope and welcome the Christmas
Season of joy and peace. Welcome to all who join us at Our
Lady of Victory during this holy season. Thank you for your
presence, your prayer and worship of the Savior.
Thanks to parishioners and parish staff whose great
generosity of time, talent and treasure adds to the beauty and
meaning of all our celebrations, and also helps to extend a
spiritual presence, support and assistance of various kinds
here in the community and beyond. God’s Word, His Son Jesus Christ, has indeed become flesh and continues to dwell
among us.
Prayer from the Christmas Mass at Dawn:
Grant, we pray, almighty God, that, as
we are bathed in the new radiance of your
incarnate Word, the light of faith, which
illumines our minds, may also shine
through in our deeds. Through Jesus your
Son, who lives and reigns...for ever and ever.
On behalf of Deacon Chuck Kampa, Peggy Rezac,
Father Luis Palomino, all of our parish and OLV School staff
and myself… A VERY MERRY AND BLESSED CHRISTMAS TO
YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES. MAY THE WONDER OF GOD’S
LOVING KINDNESS TOUCH YOUR HEARTS DEEPLY NOW AND
REMAIN WITH YOU IN THE NEW YEAR!
A Merry and Blessed Christmas!
Father Alan
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INTERCESSORY PRAYERS
Remember the Priests, Deacons & Seminarians who serve the
church of St. Cloud: Fr. Todd Schneider, Fr. Roger Thoennes,
Fr. Leo Moenkedick, Fr. Mark Innocenti, Fr. Jeffrey Ethen,
Fr. Joseph Vandeberg, Fr. Mark Stang, Fr. Peter Kirchner,
Fr. LeRoy Scheierl, Fr. Thomas Knoblach, our own Fr. Alan
Wielinski, Deacon Chuck Kampa, Bishop Donald Kettler,
Fr. Paul Folsom and Fr. Bill Gamber, along with other retired
and deceased priests, and those who are preparing for
ordination. Pray for the safety of our service men & women.
To place a request on our OLV Prayer Chain, please call
Kathy Barton 736-2136 or Louise Wentworth 736-6701.
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COME AND HELP DECORATE FOR CHRISTMAS
We will be decorating the church for Christmas after the
10:30 Mass on Sunday, December 21st. Please come and
join us! Thank you! Jean Connelly
CHRISTMAS CHURCH CLEANING
ALL are WELCOME to help with our Christmas Cleaning,
which will take place on Monday, December 22nd, after
Word and Communion Service. Please bring cleaning
supplies with you.
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Our Lady of Victory Church • Fergus Falls, MN
MASS INTENTIONS & READINGS
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
(2Sam 7:1-5,8b-12,14a,16/Rom 16:25-27/Lk 1:26-38)
Saturday, December 20
4:30 p.m. Mass — Damien Jacklitch †
SUNDAY - December 21
8:30 a.m. Mass -- Michael Ringwelski †
10:30 a.m. Mass — People of the Parish
Monday, December 22
(1Sam 1:24-28/Lk 1:46-56)
9:00 a.m. Word and Communion
Tuesday, December 23 - St. John of Kanty
(Mal 3:1-4,23-24/Lk 1:1-57-66)
12:05 p.m. Mass - Jean Kamrowski †
Wednesday, December 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE
(Is 62:1-5/Acts 13:16-17,22-25/Mt 1:1-25)
3:30 p.m. Mass - David Harles †
5:30 p.m. Mass - Bernie Nordick †
Thursday, December 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY
(Is 52:7-10/Heb 1:1-6/Jn 1:1-18)
9:30 a.m. Mass - Nathan Schneider †
Friday, December 26 - St. Stephen
(Acts 6:8-10;7:54-59/Mt 10:17-22)
8:30 a.m. - Reconciliation
9:00 a.m. Mass - Willie and Margo Sauer
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THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH
(Sir 3:2-6,12-14/2Col 3:12-21/Lk 2:22-40)
Saturday, December 27 - St. John
3:30 p.m. - Reconciliation
4:30 p.m. Mass - Jerry and Sam Geisinger †
Sunday, December 28
8:30 a.m. Mass — People of the Parish
10:30 a.m. Mass — Marlene Fiedler †
Monday, December 29 - Fifth Day in Octave of Nativity
(Jn 2:3-11/Lk 2:22-35)
9:00 a.m. Word and Communion
Tuesday, December 30 - Sixth Day in Octave of Nativity
(Jn 2:12-17/Lk 2:36-40)
12:05 p.m. Mass - Lyn Johnson
Wednesday, December 31 - NEW YEARS EVE
(Jn 2:18-21/Jn 1:1-18)
4:30 p.m. Mass - Robert Olson †
Thursday, January 1 - NEW YEARS DAY
(Num 6:22-27/Gal 4:4-7/Lk 2:16-21)
9:30 a.m. Mass - Rosella Nordick †
Friday, January 2 - Sts. Basil the Great & Gregory Nazianzen
(Jn 2:22-28/Jn 1:19-28)
8:30 a.m. - Reconciliation
9:00 a.m. Mass - Marilyn Larson †
The Epiphany of the Lord
(Is 60:1-6/Eph 3:2-3a,5-6/Mt 2:1-12)
Saturday, January 3
3:30 p.m. - Reconciliation
4:30 p.m. Mass - David Rick †
Sunday, January 4
8:30 a.m. Mass — People of the Parish
10:30 a.m. Mass — Tom Weiss †
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P ARISH N EWS & N OTES
STEPHEN MINISTERS
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR
December 20 - St. Joseph’s Men’s Group 8:00 a.m.
December 23 - Christmas Caroling 6:00 p.m. meet at Rectory
January 11 - Middle School Youth Rally at St. John’s
January 17 - St. Joseph’s MARIAN DEVOTION w/Craig Stich
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THIS WEEK & NEXT WEEK
Saturday, December 20
Sunday, December 21
Sunday Coffee and Rolls after 8:30 Mass
Childrens Liturgy of the Word - 10:30 Mass
Rosary in Eucharistic Chapel - 7:00 p.m.
Monday, December 22
NO SCHOOL December 22 through January 4
Rosary — 8:30 a.m., Church
Christmas Caroling - 6:00 p.m. - Rectory
Tuesday, December 23
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Wednesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
Parish Office Closed
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Stephen Ministers are here for you: Our Lady of Victory has
trained Stephen Ministers ready to provide comfort and
support for as long as needed. Call Peggy Rezac 736-2429.
MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH RALLY
Youth in grades 6, 7 & 8 are invited to attend the “Winter
Spectacular” Youth Rally at St. John’s on January 11th.
There are many options for winter fun, along with faith
learning opportunities. Registration forms are in the church
gathering area, and need to be turned in by December
29th to Mayme Hofland in the parish office.
32ND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER
Praise and Caroling Service at 11:15 a.m. on Thursday,
December 25th, at Grace United Methodist Church - 1100
North Friberg Avenue. Free will offering for those who are
able to share. Volunteers are always welcome for set-up,
serving and delivering meals to those who can’t make it to
the church. Call the church office 739-2269 to make a
reservation for dining at the church, to receive a delivered
meal, or to volunteer.
ST. JOSEPH’S MEN
Thursday, December 25
Parish Office Closed
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
We meet the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month at
8:00 a.m. for Rosary, fellowship, scripture readings and
intercessory prayer. Join us on Saturday, January 17th, for a
“Saturday Special”, which is OPEN TO ALL with Deacon
Candidate Craig Stich on Marian devotion and his story of
personal conversion.
Friday, December 26
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Saturday, December 27
Sunday, December 28
Sunday Coffee and Rolls after 8:30 Mass
Rosary in Eucharistic Chapel - 7:00 p.m.
Monday, December 29
Tuesday, December 30
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Wednesday, December 31
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 1
Parish Office Closed
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Friday, January 2
Rosary — 8:30 a.m.
Saturday, January 3
SAVE YOUR STAMPS
Please save the stamps from your holiday (and other) mail,
cut them out and bring them to the box in the gathering
area of church. St. Robert’s Circle raises funds to donate to
the missions through the stamps.
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BEGINNING EXPERIENCE - COPING WITH LIFE ALONE
BE, a Christian-based support group in the Fergus Falls area,
will begin sessions on Monday, January 5th, at 7:00 p.m. at
Zion Lutheran Church, Fergus Falls. All widowed, divorced or
separated people are welcome. For information, please call
218-998-3498 or email befergusfalls@yahoo.com
NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (NFP)
Sunday, January 4
Sunday Coffee and Rolls after 8:30 Mass
Childrens Liturgy of the Word - 10:30 Mass
Rosary in Eucharistic Chapel - 7:00 p.m.
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Panini Sandwiches & Wine
220 West Lincoln Avenue
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218-998-2551
Mike & Mary Loreno, Owners
Our Lady of Victory Church • Fergus Falls, MN
Classes are offered by appointment. For more information,
or to register, call Julie Budke at 218-731-3395. The class is
approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours long, and cost is covered by
most insurance plans.
PREGNANT OR WORRIED YOU MIGHT BE?
Here are some resources which might help. Birth line of
Central MN. 320-252-4150 or www.Birthline.org. Pregnancy
Resource Center 1-800–450-1962, or Project Rachel, which
offers a fee service for hope after abortion 1-800-830-8254
ext. 0427 or 320-529-0427 or www.ccstcloud.org/Life
Transition/life8Rachel.htm
RETROUVAILLE - SAVE A MARRIAGE
Are you or someone you know, living in the pain of
a marriage in trouble? Retrouvaille can help. Call 320-2555314 or check the website for more information.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
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M INISTERS
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Group 2:
Group 3:
Group 4:
D IRECTORY
K.C. Drivers for shut - ins
December 27 & 28 - January 3 & 4
Terry Lejcher
| Group 1: Mike Leonard
Ben Johnson | Group 2: Dean Pawlowski
Ted Kessel
| Group 3: Steve Lindgren
Randy Kosak | Group 4: Dave Peters
CHRISTMAS EVE DECEMBER 24
3:30 p.m. MASS - Lectors: Missy Hermes and Don Anderson
Altar Servers: Sarah Kampa and Nicholas Hohrman
Eucharistic Ministers: Jaime Braun, Renae Lindgren,
David Schroeder, Mark Kitzman, Sarah Pawlowski
Greeters: Shannon Hohrman, Pat Wallrich
Ushers: Rosann Sauck, James Hofmann, Louise Wentworth
Musician Leaders: Donna Madsen
5:30 p.m. MASS - Lectors: Wally Stommes and Terry Lejcher
Altar Servers: Anna and Peter Anderson
Eucharistic Ministers: Josh Epping, Jill Geary, Scott Fritz,
Leslie Jennen, Jane Cavanaugh-Holmes
Usher/Greeters: Dan and Rhonda Antrim
Musician Leaders: Randy Fischer
CHRISTMAS DAY DECEMBER 25
3:30 p.m. MASS - Lectors: Pat Connelly and Ione Koep
Altar Servers: Meg Schmidt and Evan Dummer
Eucharistic Ministers: Sue Arneson, Amy Fisher, Anita Mohs,
Julie Millard, Mike Rheault, Mayme Hofland
Usher/Greeters: Mike & Marlys Lucy, Doug & Lindy Dewey
WEEKEND OF
4:30 p.m. Mass
NEW YEARS EVE - DECEMBER 31
4:30 p.m. MASS - Lectors: Dean Capouch, Marcy Schuetze
Altar Servers: McKenzy Braeger, Noah Fiedler
Eucharistic Ministers: Mary Ann McDonald, Darlene Draeger,
Mike & Kathy VanVoorhis, Marcy Otto-Schuetze
Greeters: Carl and Chelsey Aschnewitz
NEW YEARS DAY - JANUARY 1
9:30 a.m. MASS - Lectors: LuAnne Truax, Bob Deutschman
Altar Servers: Paul and Evan Dummer
Eucharistic Ministers: Sharon Kampa, Roxanne Henderson,
John & Meg Schmidt, Craig Hebert, Willie Sauer
Greeters: John & Meg Schmidt, Dean & Sarah Pawlowski
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DECEMBER 27 & 28
Lectors: Marcy Otto-Schuetze and Rhonda Antrim
Altar Servers: Sarah Kampa and Jadyn Bye
Eucharistic Ministers: Jaime Braun, Sue Arneson,
Roxanne Henderson, Jeff Aschnewitz,
Portia Bueno, Jane Cavanaugh-Holmes
Greeters: Terry & Karyl Lejcher, Portia Bueno
Ushers: Don Anderson, Rosann Sauck,
James Hofmann, Georgia Sagerhorn
Musician Leaders: Randy Fischer
WEEKEND OF JANUARY
4:30 p.m. Mass
3&4
Lectors: Terry Lejcher and Rhonda Antrim
Altar Servers: Nicholas Hohrman, Noah Fiedler
Eucharistic Ministers: Steve Keilen, Mark Kitzman,
Julie Millard, Sharon Kampa, Mary Ann McDonald
Paulette Hoebelheinrich
Ushers: Daniel Antrim, Kurt & Sue Evenson, Steve Keilen
Musician Leaders: Randy Fischer
8:30 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Darren Appert and Jim Mason
Altar Servers: John Widiger, Brock & Kate Kotschevar
Eucharistic Ministers: Marlys Lucy, Ted Kessel,
Anita Mohs, Renae Lindgren, Peggy Rezac,
Sarah Pawlowski
Greeters: Jim Roers, Lucille Soliah, Marie Fronning,
Michael Bellmore
Ushers: BJ & Virgil Waasdorp, Bob & Jo Weatherly
Musician Leader: Paula Leitch/Tami Stanislawski
8:30 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Darren Appert and Sandy Carpenter
Altar Servers: Ella Mayer, Andrew, Peter, Katie Steinbach
Eucharistic Ministers: John & Meg Schmidt, Jo Weatherly,
Harold Stanislawski, Mike & Kathy VanVoorhis
Ushers: Paul Renelt, Dean Pawlowski,
Charlie Piekarski, Jonathan Piekarski
Musician Leader: Donna Madsen/Tami Stanislawski
10:30 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Dee Fritz and Ione Koep
Altar Servers: Brooke & Brandyn Gillund,
Jaxson Swedenburg, Haley Kugler
Eucharistic Ministers: Dave Peters, Ed Larrivy,
Raymond Ludwig, Pam Jacklitch, Leslie Jennen
Greeter: Alice Neuleib
Ushers: Leo Eggen, Tony Heck,
Jerry Kramer, Louise Wentworth
Musician Leader: Andrew Yaggie/Jeff Jennen
Our Lady of Victory Church • Fergus Falls, MN
Pastor…………………...……………………...………….. Fr. Alan Wielinski
Deacon/Liturgical Associate………………...…. Dcn. Chuck Kampa
Pastoral Associate……………………………………………. Peggy Rezac
School Principal………………………………..……………. Tonya Zierden
Faith Formation Director …………...………….…... Mayme Hofland
Bookkeeper/Financial Operations……….……….…… Riane Raths
Parish Secretary …………...…………………….…...……. Mary Jo Baez
Parish Property Manager ……………….…………………… Bob Budke
Telephone Numbers:
Parish Office………………………………………………….. 736-2429
Parish Fax…………………………………………………….. 736--4407
School…………………………………………………………….736-6661
School Fax……………………………………………………...736-6931
Faith Formation…………………………………………..… 736-2429
Catholic Charities…………………………………….800-830-8254
Priest Emergency Number………………………..218-316-2527
Emails:
Parish……………………………………….. contact@ffolvchurch.org
School……………………………………….... contact@ffolvschool.org
Faith Formation……….…………...…….mayme@ffolvchurch.org
10:30 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Mary Jo Baez and Chris Carlson
Altar Servers: Jade & Cole Zierden, Kyle Kraft,Thea Eklund
Eucharistic Ministers: Helen Sand, Louise Wentworth,
Willie Sauer, Mike Rheault, David Schroeder,Jean Rustand
Ushers: Larry Scully, Isaac Hofland, Dave Dorn, Pat Griffin
Musician Leader: Andrew Yaggie/Jeff Jennen
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