St Patrick CoCathedral August 13, 2017 Weekend Masses Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 8:00AM &10:30 AM Daily Mass TuesdayFriday 12:10 PM Reconciliation Saturday 3:004:00 PM or by appointment Administration Pastor Fr. Robert D. Grosch Hospital/Jail Min. Fr John Houlihan R.C.I.A. Sr. Jeanne Tranel Dir. of Lit. & Music Jan Wood Dir. of Religious Ed & S.P.Y. Mary Gilluly Marriage Prep. Fr. Robert Grosch Stephen Ministry Doris Choriki Parish Ofice Margery Chansler Bookkeeping Deborah Ligget Maintenance Sup. Rosie Schuff 6987398 Annulments BJ Sletta 6908016 215 N. 31st St. Billings, MT 59101 (406) 259-3389 www.stpatrickcocathedral.org stpatbulletin@gmail.com
Mass Intentions August 1520 Tue. 12:10 am Helen Wiesner Jackie & Thomas McCann Wed. 12:10 am Breast Cancer Cure B. J. Sletta Thur 12:10 am Roger Stewart Robert & Donna Gorman Fri. 12:10 am Helen Wiesner Robin & Chuck Hannon Sat. 5:00 pm Chuck & Marynell Heringer Heringer Family Sun. 8:00 am Helen Wiesner Betty Lou Honas 10:30am St. Patrick Parishioners In the event of a funeral, the Mass of intention will be rescheduled. STEWARDSHIP REPORT August 6, 2017 Aug 1420 Mardelle Considine 14 Alexa Hanser 14 Robert Ott 15 Teresa Stroebe 15 Nolan Weatherhead 15 Elle Whiteacre 16 Laura Mason 17 Aubrey May 17 Deliah Brown 18 Timothy Lyle 18 Clarissa Ball 18 Cassandra Ball 18 Ainsley Hauk 18 Anthony Martinez 19 Larry Petersen 20 Judi Brinton 20 Nicole Dolan 20 Jeremy Hansen 20 Eloise Soto 20 If you don t see your birthday here, we don t have it in the ofice. Please let us know if we miss you! Please Support our Advertiser of the Week Total collection $ 8,070.45 EFT August 1st $ 1,652.00 Contributions YTD $ 52,737.64 LITURGICAL MINISTERS Aug 19 Aug 20 Aug 20 5:00 pm 8:00 am 10:30 am Sacristan Vicki J. Joan Keefer Michelle Tuesday February 28, 2017 Min Co Murnell F. Joan Allen Ben Host 2 Danny H. Stella Z. Carolyn M. PB 2 Pauline T. Katie Link Branden M. PB 3 Neannine N. Ziggy Z. Nolan T. PB 4 John Nielsen Diane T. Ryan M. PB 5 Tom L. Rose L. Paullette T Lector 1 Mary Sauser Donna A. Margie M. Lector 2 Conrad S. Patrick Kass Ralph S. POF Elizabeth YOU ARE NUMBERED AMONG THE SAINTS AND OF THE FAMILY OF GOD EHPES 2:19 Peter saw Jesus walking on the water and began to walk toward him. He became frightened at how strong the wind was and began to sink. He took his focus off of Jesus and allowed his fears to get the best of him. Fear often gets the best of us and cripples us. We sink. Many of our actions and thoughts are motivated by fear. Think of how many opportunities you have missed because of fear. Jesus tells us to trust and to meet each day with faith and conidence. God is with us. We have nothing to fear. Altar Servers Al Ebert Isaac Ebert Lillian Smith Alex Benner Thomas J. Mac M. 2018Care & Share Assessment $ 77,968.00 2018 Remaining Care & Share as of 7/1/2017 $ 30,541.54
GOSPEL MEDITATION 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time "During the fourth watch of the night, he came toward them walking on the sea." The disciples weren't prepared to see Jesus walking on water. They had already witnessed plenty of miracles at the hands of their teacher; only hours earlier he had been curing the sick, and had multiplied ive loaves of bread and two ish into enough food to feed thousands. But this miracle was different. This one wasn't to heal anyone or provide for anyone. This miracle seemed more like a manifestation: a clear revelation of Jesus' divine power. But the disciples were slow to get the message. First, they thought they saw a ghost. Then, Peter tried to step out in faith, but he fell when the wind picked up. It wasn't until the storm ended and the disciples were safe that they made their profession of faith, "Truly, you are the Son of God." Healings, miracles, and manifestations of divinity weren't quite enough to make these men believe. The disciples' faith seems to have been dependent upon the personal experience of being saved. To this point, the mighty signs and works of Christ had been done on behalf of others. They were wondrous to behold, but apparently not enough to elicit a full declaration of faith in Jesus. But when these frightened men had their fears relieved, then they were ready to believe. This is what Jesus wants to do for every one of us. He became man to save us. He died on the cross to take away our fears, to forgive our sins, and to give us eternal life. These aren't just stories about someone else's life. This is the story of our life. Like Peter, Jesus says to us, "Come." May we respond with conidence, putting our trust in the One who has the power to calm the storms in our lives too. Readings for the week of August 14 Monday: Dt 10:1222/Ps 147:1215, 1920/ Mt 17:2227 Tuesday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:34, 1516; 16:12/ Ps 132:67, 910, 1314/1 Cor 15:5 4b57/Lk 11:2728 Wednesday: Dt 34:112/Ps 66:13a, 5, 8, 1617/ Mt 18:1520 Thursday: Jos 3:710a, 11, 1317/Ps 114:16/ Mt 18:2119:1 Friday: Jos 24:113/Ps 136:13, 1618, 2122, 24/ Mt 19:312 Saturday: Jos 24:1429/Ps 16:12a, 5, 78, 11/ Mt 19:1315 Next Sunday: Is 56:1, 67/Ps 67:23, 56, 8/ Rom 11:1315, 2932/Mt 15:2128 Question of the week: Matthew 14:2233 Jesus' walking on water convinced Peter and the other disciples that he was "truly... the Son of God." What convinces YOU of Jesus' divinity? 1 Kings 19:9a, 1113a The prophet Elijah did not encounter the Lord in the strong wind, the earthquake, or the ire. Instead, Elijah meets the Lord in "a tiny whispering sound." Where do you hear God's voice in your life? Romans 9:15 Paul expresses grief to the Christians in Rome over the reality that many of his fellow Jews do not believe in Jesus. What is your reaction to friends and family who have no faith in Jesus? Twelve Step Program St. Patrick CoCathedral will be offering a Twelve Step Program to aid divorced Catholics in their recovery from the "treacherous terrain of divorce". This program has been authorized and approved by Bishop Michael Warfel and by the Director of the Marriage Tribunal. This is a faithbased program open to all divorced Catholics as well as other denominations. All classes will be held on Thursday evening, at St. Patrick Co Cathedral. Preregistration is required. Thursday, August 17th & continuing on through November 16th. Total cost is $20 (to cover materials) Call B.J. Sletta to register
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND CLASSES The Admission to Candidacy Rite On August 6, during the 10:30 am Mass presided by Bishop Michal Warfel, John Pankratz publicly declared his intention to pursue Holy Orders and be oficially accepted as a candidate for ordination. We hold John in prayer as well as all candidates for the priesthood in our Diocese, that they may have the courage to follow God s call to the priesthood. BIBLE CLASS ANNOUNCEMENT: Class will begin Thursday, September 14. You may choose to aend from 1:00 2:00 p.m. or from 6:30 7:30 p.m. We will be studying the Book of Acts. It is an amazing account of the birth of the early church. All are welcome to aend and share thoughts, insights and faith. Looking forward to seeing you. For more informaon, please contact Sister Jeanne 2593389 Adoration Chapel at St. Vincent Hospital Chapel Kathleen Simpson 6965984 Centering Prayer Sat. 9:00am, Parish Center Basement Catholic Daughters of America 2nd Tuesday KC Hall Financial Counseling Bill Belinski at 2593389 ext.10. There is no cost. Knights of Columbus Grand Knight: Josh Twichel 2521602 Deputy Grand Knight: Aldo Rowe 8606363 Parish Council 1st Sunday of the month after 10:30 Mass Parish Nurse Ministry Blood pressure checks on 1st Saturday of the month a half hour before and after 5:00 Mass and on 1st Sunday of the month after morning Masses. Call 2593389 if you would like a visit from the Parish Nurse during or after your hospitalization. Stephens Ministry 1st Saturday 12 Youth Room Bulletin deadline is 10 AM Monday : Email to stpatbulletin@gmail.com Ofice Hours Mon.Fri. 8:304:00 Closed 121pm Baptism Class: August 22,2017 6:00-7:00pm Please call Sr. Jeanne Tranel @ 259-3389 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: Are you or someone you know interested in joining the Catholic Church? We are offering an opportunity to gather and learn more about our Catholic faith. Classes focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the sacraments of Baptism, Conirmation and Eucharist. If you have already received the sacrament of Baptism and would like to be fully initiated into the Church, you are invited to attend the classes. Also, if you would like to learn more about your faith, you are invited to participate in the classes. You are welcomed to share your insights, questions and sharing of faith in a warm atmosphere. Classes begin Monday, September 11 in the conference room. Time: 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. For more information please contact Sister Jeanne 2593389. ST PATRICK COCATHEDRAL WELCOMES NEW PARISHIONERS & ADDRESS CHANGES NAME ADDRESS Zip HOME PHONE CELL PHONE EMAIL Please take a moment to ill this out and place in offering basket, or bring to the ofice to help us update our records. We will mail you an extensive form to ill out and return to us.
Community The Lodgepole Complex wildire in eastern Montana has burned over 220,000 acres. The group of four ires, referred to as the Lodgepole Complex of ires covers area 40 miles by 20 miles. The incident management team Monday morning classiied the four ires as a megaires" (exceeds 100,000 acres). Judging from news reports, there have been farmers and ranchers seriously impacted by the ires with the loss of grazing land, hay, cattle, crops on farm land and buildings. Ihave invited parishes of the Diocese to provide an opportunity for parishioners to donate to relief of those negatively impacted. Of course, monies may be sent directly to the following or any of a number of groups collecting inancial assistance to those hurt by the ires. Twooficial funds have been set up to provide relief and assistance: Garfield County Fire Foundation GC Fire Relief Fund c/o Garfield County Bank c/o Redwater Valley Bank PO Box 6 PO Box 60 Jordan, MT 59337 Circle, MT 59215 2017 BCS Ram Football Rummage Sale August 19, 2017, 8am 2pm Billings Central Catholic High School Gymnasium This is the main fundraiser for the Billings Central High School Football teams. All proceeds go to help cover the cost of meals and travel for our mighty BCS Ram football. Please support your Catholic schools by donating to help these young athletes compete at the highest level. Buy something at the sale or donate items to the sale. To do that, please call Rob Harsha, 4066905578. Let s ill a backpack with school supplies! The youth program of St. Patrick s CoCathedral would like your help illing backpacks with school supplies. We will be collecting items until Wednesday, August 16th. There will be a wagon set up in the back of the church to put your donations in, or you may bring them to the parish ofice. We will distribute the backpacks to children in need from St. Patrick's and to other children in the community. If you have any questions please call Susan Twichel at (406) 2521602. Thank you so much for your help and generosity to the youth of our parish. August is National Immunization Awareness month. Immunization, or vaccination, helps prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. Immunization isn t just for kids to stay protected against serious illnesses like the lu, measles, and pneumonia, adults need to get vaccinated too. For children, check with their pediatrician. For adults to see if you are up to date on their immunizations visit; https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adultscheduleeasyread.pdf. 5
From Jan WIND AND STORM In this Sunday s readings, we see images of wind and storm. For many of us, August is a time when we are gearing up for school or fall activities at home or in the workplace. We are called to stretch and grow every day. There are always new challenges whether they are changes in staff, new technology to learn, dealing with grief or facing a family crisis. We can sustain wind and storm for a while, but at some point we are going to become overwhelmed by it all. We need to slow down, and let Jesus catch us. If we are not grounded in our faith, then all the wind and storm is for nothing. In the Gospel, we read: After he had fed the people, Jesus made the disciples get into a boat and precede him to the other side,while he dismissed the crowds. After doing so, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. How often do we get away to pray, to refresh, restore, reset and renew?learn to dismiss the crowds and find that place where you hear the still, small voice of God, calling you into wholeness and holiness. PARISH T-SHIRT CONTEST Youth Group TShirts are back! Design contest for the new logo. Three colors maximum to it on a 8 1/2 X 11. Please turn your sketches into the ofice by August 15. Save the Dates! Wednesday, September 6 th, 6:00 p.m.: Parent Meeting for all parents of students in Religious Education and high school and middle school youth groups. Wednesday, September 13 th, 6:00 p.m.: First Night of Religious Education and SPY youth groups for the 20172018 year! Registration forms will be available online soon! See you there! Dear Families: Our Parish Religious Education Program & Youth Ministry Programs registration packets are available in the parish office or on the parish website. Call Mary at 2593389 for more information or email stpatricksyouthministrydre@gmail.com. Catechists Wanted: Looking for faith filled people to share their faith with our most important resource: our children and youth! Training and ongoing support provided. College Students: Want to earn a stipend and help out with middle school/high school youth group? Call Mary for more information at 2593389