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Pastor, Fr. Thomas J. McDermott
Pastoral Minister, Sr. Madonna Friedman
Music Director, Deacon John Herman
Deacon Bob Stirm
290-7484 [email protected]
Deacon Chris Evans
Bookkeeper, Terri Glidewell
Secretary, Paula Hippe-Hamand
Volunteer Coordinator, Karla Bray
!"#$$#%&'()*(+#,-&650 Stephan Avenue ● Waterloo, IA 50701!
April 15, 2018!
Third Sunday of
Easter
Weekend Liturgy Saturday�������..4:30pm Sunday�����8:30, 10:30am
Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday & Friday......7:40am Saturday.........3:30pm or by appointment
Sacrament of Marriage
Arrangements should begin one year
prior to the wedding. Registration &
active membership at Blessed
Sacrament is required. Intensive
preparation will be arranged with a
sponsor couple.
Sacrament of Baptism
Preparation classes are required for
parents before Baptism of infants or
small children. Call the rectory for
more information and to register.
Community of!
School Principal, Angie Beck
School.233-7863
Kid Zone ..236-6131
Waterloo Catholic Youth Ministry
Director......Annie Zeets
Faith Formation Office...233-0498
Secretary...Becky McElroy
Adult Faith Formation....234-9912
Coordinator....Dave Cushing
Parish blog: blessedsacramentwaterloo.wordpress.com
Parish website: www.blessedsacramentwaterloo.org
Blessed Sacrament Church
Gracelyn Alstat
Kiley Aurand
JaLeen Barloon
Camden Beck
Hayden Burton
Taylor Carter
Kylie Ernst
Trevor Gelner
Alexander Girres
Bennett Gordon
Isabella Guerrero
Lily Hansen
Addison Hansmeier
Lane Helgens
Parker Helgens
Baylor Hildman
Tessa Jermeland
Dennis Keating
Nancy Kelting
Allie Kreger
Patrick Kriz
Stephani Leonard
Max Magayna
Oliver Mull
Bryson Odell
Jason Pham
Peyton Pierce
Amy Reuter
Cody Rubenacker
Emmie Sager
Kane Schaefer
Nolan Schaul
Cheryl Smith
Rowley Torres
2018 Blessed Sacrament First Communion-’Welcome to the Table of the Lord’
Bill Ferris
David Bremer
Frances Brown
Chuck Seger
Mary Lawson
Judy Graham
Matt Schafer
Ron Anderson
Mim McKinley
Joyce Quillin
Dick Spadin
Delores Schauls
Terry McGee
Jeff Armstrong
Pat Westendorf
Carolyn Burvee
Todd Craig
Lisa Frank
Barrett Gauger
Joann Hull
Caleb Friesen
Pastor Corner-Jesus speaks of His disciples
being “witnesses of these things”—things being
His life of teaching, death and resurrection in
fulfilment of the Scriptures. That this witness
begins in Jerusalem implies movement out from
there to the whole world. Whether its physical movement, or
spiritual growth, or relational development, Baptism makes
Christians a people on the move! “We are a Pilgrim People…We
are the Church of God” as the song says!
Movement brings us to hello’s and farewell’s. This past weekend
I announced my pending July 10 farewell as pastor of Blessed
Sacrament, and hello to the next stop on my Holy Spirit led journey
of serving God and self-growth. Archbishop Jackels asked, and I
accepted, an assignment to be the Spiritual Director of the young
men considering priesthood as undergraduates at Loras College. In
that, I am to help them develop a life of prayer, an understanding of
the priesthood, and the tools for assessing their sense of God’s call
to be a priest. Also, with Fr. Dave Schatz who is the rector
(director) of the seminary program, we will be “co-pastors” of the
parishes of St. Columbkille and St. Joseph the Worker parishes. Fr.
Dave and I will live with the dozen or so young men considering
priesthood there at the seminary which is attached to the
Archdiocesan central offices at 1225 Mt. Loretta Ave. in Dubuque.
Did I mention the Archbishop also lives there, and I have to take
my turn cooking meals? We’ll see how small the table gets when
its my turn!
I hope to serve God well in this move. I know it will stretch me.
I’m excited about the growth even as I’m sad for not having a few
more years of growth through sharing life with you! Becoming a
better priest here is certainly enjoyable! But while I ask for your
prayers in this time of transition, I ask you to pray—if you don’t
already—for an openness to how and where God wants you to go
and grow! Its easy to feel our growth is to be more organic—doing
more of what I’m doing. Do we discount too easily the possible
changes that uproot us more? Do we look at our lives as witness to
these things—dying to new life?
Congratulations to our First Communicant’s, their families, and
the faith formation program staff who helped prepare them to join
us at the table of the Lord! What a privilege it is to receive Jesus!
I hope we all embrace the witness of these children dressed in their
special attire and excitement within their hearts! Receiving the
Eucharist is a BIG deal though we get to do it often. Pray for, and
cultivate the understanding that God’s generosity is not meant to
bring us to indifference and taking God for granted. Lets keep joy
in the Lord burning! Fr. Tom
Pray for the Ill
Readings for the Week of April 15, 2018
Su-Acts 3:13-15, 17-19/Ps 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9 [7a]/1 Jn 2:1-5a/Lk
24:35-48
M-Acts 6:8-15/Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30 [1ab]/Jn 6:22-29
Tu-Acts 7:51--8:1a/Ps 31:3cd-4, 6 and 7b and 8a, 17 and 21ab
[6a]/Jn 6:30-35
W-Acts 8:1b-8/Ps 66:1-3a, 4-5, 6-7a [1]/Jn 6:35-40
Th-Acts 8:26-40/Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20 [1]/Jn 6:44-51
F-Acts 9:1-20/Ps 117:1bc, 2 [Mk 16:15]/Jn 6:52-59
To request to have a family-or-friend’s name put on the above
prayer list call the Rectory at 233-6179. Prayer Chain: Call
Helen Tedore 415-7087 or Ida Yearling 232-1021.
The Week Ahead
Monday, April 16, 2018
6:30pm Scouts in Putz Hall
7:00pm New Mass Music ministry practice in Church
Tuesday, April 17 , 2018
7:40am Reconciliation
8:00am Liturgy (Joe & Tim Prindle)
9:00am Tai Chi in Putz Hall
6:30pm Pastoral Council mtg. in Putz Hall
7:00pm New Mass Music ministry practice in Church
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
8:00am Quilters in Putz Hall
9:00am School Liturgy (Betty DeBerg)
10:30am Parish Staff mtg. in Rectory
7:00pm Choir practice in Church
Thursday, April 19, 2018
8:00am Liturgy (Norma Pillack)
8:30am Bible Study in Putz Hall
1:00pm Deanery mtg. in Putz Hall
7:00pm Rosary & Chaplet with the Marian Group in Church
Friday, April 20, 2018
7:40am Reconciliation
8:00am Liturgy (Ann Fencl)
Saturday, April 21, 2018
8:00am-Noon Parish Campus Clean-up
3:30pm Reconciliation
4:30pm Liturgy (Jim Albus)
Sunday, April 22, 2018
8:30am Liturgy (Leo & Marcella Mullarkey)
10:30am Liturgy (People of the Parish)
Spring Campus Clean Up-Please, join us this Saturday, April 21,
from 8:00am-Noon, for leaf raking and other spring clean-up of our
parish grounds. Bring along any yard work tools you’d like to use.
Those who own pick-up trucks are also invited to help, ‘share the
load.’ (Rain date April 28). Fr. Tom
Notary Public
If you are a notary public, please call the rectory 319-233-6179 and
let us put you on our list. We appreciate your willingness to share
and serve our parish office staff in this way. Thank you.
Our Mission Statement
Because our hearts are burning within us, we the Community of Blessed Sacrament are disciples of Christ, witnessing the love of God through worship, service and lifelong faith formation.
Stewardship-The disciples in today’s Gospel came
to know Jesus in the breaking of the bread. When
we share what we have with those who are in need,
we, too, will discover Jesus in our midst.
Food Pantry Sunday-Next Sunday, April 22, 2018
is the fourth Sunday of the month and our Food
Pantry Collection. Please help to replenish our
pantry with canned and boxed foods, cleaning
supplies, paper goods, and personal hygiene
products for those of our parish who are in need. Thank you for
your continued support.
Fr. Putz Legacy-Think about the people,
organizations, and charities that are the most
meaningful to you. Make sure your will is
written so your intentions are clearly spelled out.
Make sure your loved ones also know about these
intentions. We pray that you consider Blessed
Sacrament in your estate planning. If you would
like more information about leaving a legacy gift to Blessed
Sacrament, contact Father Tom McDermott at 319-233-6179.
Community Meal
Blessed Sacrament will be serving the Community Meal, at Scallon
Hall, Queen of Peace on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 from 4-6:00pm,
Workers are always needed and contributions are welcome to help
with the cost of food. Mark your donation “Community Meal” and
drop in the offertory or mail to the rectory.
Please contact Betty Gauger at 232-0156 if you can help.
Salad Supper & Style Show-“Generations of
Fashions & Families” will be walking the
runway with fashions by AGNES & DORA
provided by Independent Representative
Jennifer Rusch. Fashions available in all sizes! New this year---
an opportunity to purchase fashions & Jennifer will donate a
portion of the purchase price to Blessed Sacrament Church!
There will also be a 50/50 Raffle and plenty of door prizes. Save
the date, Thursday, May 3, 2018!
Spring Housecleaning? Remember Blessed Sacrament's Annual
Garage Sale. 2018 dates are August 9, 10 and 11. No electronics
please. Contact Margaret Klein with questions. 319-429-1907.
Pastoral Associate Job Opportunity
Our Parish is seeking a full-time Pastoral Associate to begin
on July 1, 2018. This staff member assists the pastor particularly
in ongoing development and coordination of parish stewardship
and evangelization efforts. The candidate must be a practicing
Catholic. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Theology or a related
field is preferred.
Go to www.blessedsacramentwaterloo.org and click on
“Employment Opportunity” to review the full job description and
download an application. Applications are being accepted
immediately with a deadline of April 30th. Please send the
completed application with cover letter and resume to:
Fr. Tom McDermott at [email protected] or
Blessed Sacrament
650 Stephan Ave.
Waterloo, IA 50701.
Host Communities
The Parish Community Life sub-
committee has been revitalizing the old
model of Host Communities at Blessed
Sacrament. The information about the
new model of Host Communities has been
emailed or sent by mail to each
household. Please study it carefully. Connecting with one another
within our parishioners’ neighborhoods Is vital in fostering and
nurturing our parish life! If called to be a Host Community Contact
person, please be open to be a part of this community bonding by
saying “YES” to assume this role. This is NOT a time consuming
ministry and can basically be done from your own home.
Busy Catholic’s Guide to Raising Catholic Children-Thursday,
April 26, 2018 from 7:00-8:00pm held at COR at 220 E 4th St.
Here is an opportunity for parents who want to learn more about
how to nurture their children's faith. For more information call
319-233-0498 and online atbit.do/catholic-life
Parish Elections will be held on the weekend of May
12/13. We will be electing 1 person to serve on the
Pastoral Council to replace a member whose term will
expire in June and one person to the Faith Formation
Commission. All Confirmed adults who are living a
life reflective of our shared faith’s values and beliefs are eligible
to run for this office.
The purpose of the Pastoral Council is to offer counsel to, and
collaborate with, the pastor to guide the parish toward its future.
The Pastoral Council implements the Parish Mission by engaging
in pastoral visioning, which includes assessing parish needs,
identifying resources, and determining priorities. The Pastoral
Council also collaborates with the Finance Council and parish
committees in implementing the Mission of the parish.
The Waterloo Catholic Faith Formation Commission
provides counsel to the pastors for all aspects of the formal
catechetical and faith formation programs and assists in the
implementation of the policies and procedures of the Archdiocese
regarding faith formation and education (excepting the activities
of CVCS). The Commission serves as a committee to each of the
pastoral councils in the Waterloo parishes.
Please pray about how the Holy Spirit might be asking you to
put your gifts at the service of our parish’s work for the Lord in
this role for a three-year term. Nominations close on April 30th.
Contact Harland Robinson at email: [email protected] or call
319-233-3924 (H) or 319-230-3773 (C) with your questions!
Thank you “Advertiser of the Week”
Harris Cleaning Service & Sales, Inc.
Family owned and operated since 1960
Fred J. Harris, parishioner
736 Ansborough 235-6647 or 232-2266
Professional Power Cleaning with a Personal Touch
Brian, Tim, Ronda
Please thank our Advertisers with your patronage
Blessed Sacrament School News
Office Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm
School Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Principal Angie Beck
April 18-9:00am School Liturgy, gr. 3
April 19-9:00-11:00am Kindergarten Round-up
Please save Moola Milk caps, Box Tops and Hy-Vee receipts and send the labels to school or drop in the collection basket.
Liturgical Roles Saturday, April 21, 2018 4:30pm Lector: Margo Kreger Commentator: Pam Ironside Sacristans: Jean Draude & Paula Olsen Greeters: Connie Apling, Eleanor Vanous Musicians: John, Judy Servers: Owen & Bennett Mull Ushers: J Prideg, J Christopher, D Deviney, M Crawford Eucharist Ministers: Sr. J O’Connell, MJ Patten, K Pregler, P Olsen, J Reindl, N Schreiber, N Stirm, K & F Luke
Sunday, April 22, 2018 8:30am Lector: Lynne Johnson Commentator: Ellen Heuer Sacristans: Allen & Paula Malaise Greeters: Charlene Varney, Kenny & Mary Wallaser Musicians: Denise, Jack, Ruby, Russ Servers: John & Carter Cutsforth Ushers: A Malaise, M Knipp, R & J Witt Eucharist Ministers: T Goodnight, D Hayes, J Gregory, P Jungen, K & L Frost, G & M Bazan
Sunday, April 22, 2018 10:30am Lector: Harland Robinson Commentator: Mike Schreck Sacristans: Frank & Mary Teel Greeters: Sue Tyler, Frank & Mary Teel Musicians: John, Lisa Servers: Nick & Jamie Mastin Ushers: F Teel, V Heuer, J Reindl, T Salkeld Eucharist Ministers: C Boesen, M England, B Duggan, L Ernst, R Gilstrap, S Card, L & R Bengston
Thank you for serving Blessed Sacrament Parish. If you
are unable to serve, please find a substitute.
Charismatic Healing Mass
Charismatic Healing mass will be held at Immaculate
Conception, Gilbertville on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. • Confessions will be heard from 5:30-6:45pm.
• Hymns of praise and worship begin at 6:30pm;
• Mass begins at 7:00pm.
For more information call Sharon at 319-232-7338.
Columbus High School
Veterans Remembrance Celebration
Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 6-8:00pm
the Columbus High Advanced European
History class will hold a remembrance
ceremony in our CHS gym for those who fought for our
country and those who lost their lives for our freedom.
Presentations, speeches, along with a video produced by the
students about their experiences in Europe will be included.
Bid on Dream Packages & Support
Cedar Valley Catholic Schools
Bidding is now open on silent auction items
for the CVCS Ultimate Auction! We have
something for everyone, including Lasik Eye
Surgery, 49 inch TV, Pie for a Year from Maid Rite, kid
packages and much more! You do not have to be present at
the auction to bid and win silent auction items!
Visit bidpal.net/cvcsauction2018 to check out the packages
and place your bids today!
St. Patrick in Cedar Falls Annual Garage Sale
April 26, 27, 28, 2018 at 705 Main St., Cedar Falls: Huge
garage sale on Thursday, 5:30pm-8:00pm; Friday 9:00am-
6:00pm; and Saturday, 8:00am-10:00am. Items galore:
clothes, toys, crafts, furniture, house wares, tools, linens,
books, and much more. Priced to sell.
Catholic Daughters
Luncheon and Style Show
Catholic Daughters Court Castille #49
will host a luncheon and style show on
Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 11:30am in
our Anne Sulentic Parish Center.
Tickets $12 in advance or at the door. For information
contact Kathy Williams 319-342-3611.
Franciscan Common Venture
Summer Service Program has several
upcoming opportunities to share your time and
talent in service to others. See the bulletin
boards in the Gathering Space for more
information, or to apply, visit the web site www.osfdbq.org/
commonventure or call Sr. Shell at 563-583-9786.
Ok, God: Now What? An Archdiocesan Retreat for
Young Adult Women-A retreat experience for young
women, ages 21-30+, on everyday discernment in their
lives. Come to learn, pray, and connect with young women
of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Saturday, April 28 at
10:00am until 6:00pm (with 5:00pm Mass) followed by
optional dinner. Held at Hartman Reserve Nature Center;
$25.00 suggested donation. For additional information,
please call Mary Pedersen, 319-290-5488.
Thank you “Advertiser of the Week”
Harris Cleaning Service & Sales, Inc.
Family owned and operated since 1960
Fred J. Harris, parishioner
736 Ansborough 235-6647 or 232-2266
Professional Power Cleaning with a Personal Touch
Brian, Tim, Ronda
Please thank our Advertisers with your patronage
Blessed Sacrament School News
Office Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm
School Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Principal Angie Beck
April 18-9:00am School Liturgy, gr. 3
April 19-9:00-11:00am Kindergarten Round-up
Please save Moola Milk caps, Box Tops and Hy-Vee receipts and send the labels to school or drop in the collection basket.
Liturgical Roles Saturday, April 21, 2018 4:30pm Lector: Margo Kreger Commentator: Pam Ironside Sacristans: Jean Draude & Paula Olsen Greeters: Connie Apling, Eleanor Vanous Musicians: John, Judy Servers: Owen & Bennett Mull Ushers: J Prideg, J Christopher, D Deviney, M Crawford Eucharist Ministers: Sr. J O’Connell, MJ Patten, K Pregler, P Olsen, J Reindl, N Schreiber, N Stirm, K & F Luke
Sunday, April 22, 2018 8:30am Lector: Lynne Johnson Commentator: Ellen Heuer Sacristans: Allen & Paula Malaise Greeters: Charlene Varney, Kenny & Mary Wallaser Musicians: Denise, Jack, Ruby, Russ Servers: John & Carter Cutsforth Ushers: A Malaise, M Knipp, R & J Witt Eucharist Ministers: T Goodnight, D Hayes, J Gregory, P Jungen, K & L Frost, G & M Bazan
Sunday, April 22, 2018 10:30am Lector: Harland Robinson Commentator: Mike Schreck Sacristans: Frank & Mary Teel Greeters: Sue Tyler, Frank & Mary Teel Musicians: John, Lisa Servers: Nick & Jamie Mastin Ushers: F Teel, V Heuer, J Reindl, T Salkeld Eucharist Ministers: C Boesen, M England, B Duggan, L Ernst, R Gilstrap, S Card, L & R Bengston
Thank you for serving Blessed Sacrament Parish. If you
are unable to serve, please find a substitute.
Charismatic Healing Mass
Charismatic Healing mass will be held at Immaculate
Conception, Gilbertville on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. • Confessions will be heard from 5:30-6:45pm.
• Hymns of praise and worship begin at 6:30pm;
• Mass begins at 7:00pm.
For more information call Sharon at 319-232-7338.
Columbus High School
Veterans Remembrance Celebration
Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 6-8:00pm
the Columbus High Advanced European
History class will hold a remembrance
ceremony in our CHS gym for those who fought for our
country and those who lost their lives for our freedom.
Presentations, speeches, along with a video produced by the
students about their experiences in Europe will be included.
Bid on Dream Packages & Support
Cedar Valley Catholic Schools
Bidding is now open on silent auction items
for the CVCS Ultimate Auction! We have
something for everyone, including Lasik Eye
Surgery, 49 inch TV, Pie for a Year from Maid Rite, kid
packages and much more! You do not have to be present at
the auction to bid and win silent auction items!
Visit bidpal.net/cvcsauction2018 to check out the packages
and place your bids today!
St. Patrick in Cedar Falls Annual Garage Sale
April 26, 27, 28, 2018 at 705 Main St., Cedar Falls: Huge
garage sale on Thursday, 5:30pm-8:00pm; Friday 9:00am-
6:00pm; and Saturday, 8:00am-10:00am. Items galore:
clothes, toys, crafts, furniture, house wares, tools, linens,
books, and much more. Priced to sell.
Catholic Daughters
Luncheon and Style Show
Catholic Daughters Court Castille #49
will host a luncheon and style show on
Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 11:30am in
our Anne Sulentic Parish Center.
Tickets $12 in advance or at the door. For information
contact Kathy Williams 319-342-3611.
Franciscan Common Venture
Summer Service Program has several
upcoming opportunities to share your time and
talent in service to others. See the bulletin
boards in the Gathering Space for more
information, or to apply, visit the web site www.osfdbq.org/
commonventure or call Sr. Shell at 563-583-9786.
Ok, God: Now What? An Archdiocesan Retreat for
Young Adult Women-A retreat experience for young
women, ages 21-30+, on everyday discernment in their
lives. Come to learn, pray, and connect with young women
of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Saturday, April 28 at
10:00am until 6:00pm (with 5:00pm Mass) followed by
optional dinner. Held at Hartman Reserve Nature Center;
$25.00 suggested donation. For additional information,
please call Mary Pedersen, 319-290-5488.
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