St. Philip Neri Catholic Church

Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday, February 15th Ashley - 3:30 PM Confessions; 4 PM Mass (Fr. Asselin) Zeeland - 4 PM Confessions; 4:30 PM Mass Napoleon - 6:30 PM Confessions; 7:00 PM Mass Sunday, February 16th Wishek - 7:30 AM Confessions; 8 AM Mass Care Center - 8:45 AM Communion Service Napoleon - 10:00AM Confessions; 10:30AM Mass

- - - - - - - K-6 CCD 9:15-10:15 AM - - - - - - -

February 9, 2020 Fr. Neil Pfeifer, Pastor stphilipnerinapoleon.org Office: 754-2860 Father Pfeifer Cell: 208-1124

Pray the Rosary with us! 25 minutes before all weekend & daily masses.

Do you need prayer for yourself or others? Call Janet 516-4944 with intentions. We have a 41 member prayer chain.

Parish Studies & Topics this Week: Lectio - Unveiling the Eucharist

Mon. Feb. 10 - 7:40 PM Social Hall “In the Beginning: Garden of Eden”

—————— Be A Man God Created You to Be!

Wed., Feb. 12 - 6:30 AM Social Hall “Be A Man Who Lives As a Beloved”

————— Who Am I To Judge?

Wed. Feb. 12 - 5:15 PM Social Hall “Recovering the Basics:

Virtue & Friendship” —————

Oremus - Guide to Catholic Prayer Sun., Feb. 16 - 9:15 AM Social Hall

“Before You Pray” —————

Coming Soon: Young Adult Bible Study: Tues. nights beginning Mar.

3rd at 7:30 PM at 124 5th St E. at Nick & Bailey Becker’s Home.

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults – The regular RCIA sessions are on Tues. nights at 7:40pm

in the social hall. We have enough interest to start: A NEW SET OF CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON: Thurs., Feb. 20 at 7pm– 8:30pm in the Social Hall.

We invite you to embark on this 24 week journey of faith that is designed for Catholics & non-Catholics:

• Unbaptized adults who wish to become Catholic. • Baptized Christians who wish to become Catholic and receive 1st Communion & Confirmation. • Anyone who is Catholic and is interested in learning more about the faith.

Please consider who you will invite & invite them!

Gentle & Kind Graceful & Sincere Patient & Flexible Doesn't Gossip Not Rude Tries to eliminate

drama, not create it Poised & Modest Open to Other’s Nurturing Welcoming Joyful & Fun Defends the Truth Secure Humble & Honest Prudent Responsible Speaks with convic-

tion

Not afraid to con-front someone

Seeks the Truth Not jealous Relationship with

God is necessary Others before self Strives for excellence

in all things; chastity, sobriety, academics, career, spiritually

Not led by emotions Maintains order &

balance in priorities Forgiving Trustworthy Loyal Pure Lives Charity & love

Qualities every girl looks for in a guy Leader Provider Protector Initiator Chivalrous Brave & Courageous Gentle & Respectful Intuitive & Patient Joyful & Fun Stands up for what is

right; Seeks the Truth Has Courage Not afraid to con-

front someone Help others Not jealous or vain Speaks with convic-

tion Responsible

Prudent Humble and honest Secure Sensitive to others Pure Trustworthy & Loyal Forgiving Lives a life of charity Willing to serve Maintains balance &

order Not led by passions Strive for excellence

in all things; chastity, sobriety, academics, career, spiritually

God is first & center Puts others first be-

fore self

Qualities every guy looks for in a girl

Valentine’s Day gives us a chance to look at our relationships with others, especially those who we consider sweethearts. Take some time to look at these charts, analyze yourself and circle the ones you excel at; underline the ones that still need work and growth, and bring them to God in prayer.

This weekend we bless marriages for strong, vibrant, faithful couples who strive to live holy lives. Pope Francis canonized Louis & Zélie Martin, the parents of St. Thérèse on Oct. 18, 2015. They are the first husband and wife to be canonized together. As a couple, they reached the ultimate goal of matrimony which is sanctity of their spouse & holiness for their children to become saints through the graces of God.

You Are The Salt of the Earth! For thousands of years, salt has been used as a pre-

servative and a flavor enhancer. Salt allowed early civilizations to keep food longer and carry it

long distances without spoilage. And there is a reason people say salt brings out the flavor of any dish. A touch of salt allows

flavors to come forward that might other-wise be unnoticed by our palate. If you’ve

ever read the nutrition label on some foods, you’ve probably been surprised by the

amount of salt in a product that does not taste salty at all. So why does Jesus call the disciples “the salt

of the earth”? First, He is telling them that their purpose is to sustain the community with their ac-

tions & God’s Word. By being living reminders of God’s message of salvation, the disciples

were able to carry His Good News through-out the world.

Jesus also warns that the disciples should not “lose flavor”. This means they should not grow complacent in their task, for even the smallest

act of kindness from the heart can awaken goodness in others. This is how the disciples of

old—and we, the disciples of today—can bring the light of Jesus to the world.

This Week’s Events at St. Philip Neri This Week’s Mass Schedule...confessions 30 minutes before Mass!

Monday, February 10

7:00pm † Tam Braunberger by Delrose

Schmitt & Family

Tuesday, February 11

7:00pm † Pete Sperle by Betty Sperle

Wednesday, February 12

8:00am † Scotty Weigel by Weigel Family

Thursday, February 13

8:00am † George Gross by Mary Ann Gross

& Family

Friday, February 14

8:00am † Barbara (Weigel) Gross by John &

Margie Bitz *Care Center

9:00am † Tillie Leier by Christ Leier Helper: Helen Braun

Saturday, February 15 7:00pm † Our living & deceased Parishioners

Sunday, February 16

10:30am † Jane Silbernagel by Jim & Jackie

Bitz Family

Sunday, February 9 -World Marriage Sunday 9:15am - Oremus: Guide to Prayer (Social Hall) 7:00pm - K of C Right to Life Bingo (Social Hall) Monday, February 10 - Saint Scholastica 7:30pm to 9:30 PM - Adoration 7:40pm - Lectio: Eucharist Series (Social Hall) Tuesday, February 11 - Our Lady of Lourdes 6:45am - Young Men’s Group (St. Michael) 5:00pm - RCIC Children’s RCIA (Social Hall) 7:30pm to 9:30 PM - Adoration 7:45pm - RCIA topic: Holy Eucharist (Social Hall) Wednesday, February 12 6:30am - Be A Man Study Series (Social Hall) 5:15pm - Who Am I to Judge Series (Social Hall) 7:00pm to 8:30pm - CCD Grades 7-12 7:30pm to 9:30 PM - Adoration Thursday, February 13 - Giving Hearts Day 5:30am - Exposition: Adoration all Day

Friday, February 14 - St. Cyril Adoration all Day

Saturday, February 15 8:00am to 10:00am - Adoration 9:00am to 11:00am - Confirmation Parent Meeting

Sunday, February 16 8:00am to 10:00am - Adoration 9:15am to 10:15am - Grades K-6 CCD

—THANK YOU FOR SERVING OUR PARISH—

7:00 PM

Saturday Feb. 15th

10:30 AM

Sunday Feb. 16th

Extra Ordinary Ministers of

Holy Communion

Sacristan/ Rosary

Lectors Ushers/

Gift Bearers Altar

Servers

Payton Haas Brooklyn Hottman

Mason Devore

Deb Humann Jenny Weigel Helen Braun

Jen Schmitt Annette

Schumacher Mary

Schwartzenberger

Peyton G. Rachel Doll Elodie Kuhn Jackson Piatz

Aliyah S.

Viola Becker & Barb Silbernagel/

Logan Wald Family

Paul Bitz Family/ Justin Piatz

Family

Chuck Wald/ Eric Becker

Tim Long/ Janae Weigel

Wanda Wald/ Liz Moch

Coleen Piatz/ Anita Fettig

9,000 Rosaries Campaign - 2,795 rosar ies have been prayed & logged by parishioners toward our goal between Dec. 1 & Easter. Please pray the family rosary daily for: 1. Conversion of our community & county; 2. For vocations to priest-hood & religious life. Help us to reach our goal!

Stewardship Moment - February 9 - 5th Sunday Ordinary Time

“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” -Matt. 5:16

Thoughts to ponder to help us think as stewards: The generosity of being a good steward of your gifts has a positive

effect on people and it is contagious! Good works encourages more good works. Let your light shine! Be careful to recognize that God is working through you and don’t put yourself above the people you have been called to help.

Last Weekend’s Stewardship of Treasure:

Adults: $2885.89 Children: $66.98

K of C Upcoming Events:

Right to Life Bingo - Sun., Feb. 9th Essay contest - 300 words or less “How

has forgiveness affected your life?” & HS Senior Scholarships both due Feb. 20.

Fish Fry Supper - Mar. 6th (Social Hall) Palm Sunday breakfast - Apr. 5th - bis-

cuits & gravy, ham, eggs, & fixings

Save the Date: Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule: Wed., Feb. 26th 9:00 AM - Napoleon Care Center (limited space - only for those who cannot make any other Mass that day) 12:00 PM - Zeeland 12:15 PM - Ashley - Fr. Asselin 5:15 PM - Wishek 7:30 PM - Napoleon

Confessions 30 minutes before each Mass

Stations of the Cross during Lent

Zeeland at 5 PM on Wed. nights Napoleon – After 5 PM Mass Friday’s Wishek - 7:30 PM Friday nights

What is a Good Steward? Good stewards generous-ly return a portion of all God has given to them, as “Stewards of God’s Grace.” They contribute to the ongoing building of His kingdom on earth. As good stewards, we work towards the fullness of His life for us by giving of our ‘first fruits.' Our goal is scriptural tithing, 10% of the first fruits. (cf. Gen 14:17-20).

Here is a suggested formula for distributing tithes: • 5% to the parish • 4% to charities that support Catholic teaching • 1% to the Diocese of Fargo

Giving Hearts Day - Feb. 13, 2020 There are many catholic charitable organizations that can benefit from your gift. These organiza-tions have matching funds in place for every do-

nation of $10 or more. Only the gifts given on this day via the web-site will be matched dollar for dollar.

Visit: givingheartsday.org

2020 God’s Gift Appeal - Acting as a family, the dio-cese & its churches can support programs & services no single individual or parish can offer individually. Every gift to the Bishop’s appeal is vital & im-portant. Please be as generous as possible, & give back to God & His Church for all He has given to you.

Commitment Weekend is Feb. 23-24. Diocesan goal is 3,288,934. Our parish goals are:

Zeeland $12,838 Ashley $5,118

Wishek $8,874 Napoleon $49,968

Mardi Gras - Wine & Dine Supper Tuesday, February 25th

Social at 5:30pm; Supper at 6:00pm. Tickets will be sold this weekend & next week-end after Masses at $40/plate. Ticket includes meal of steak, shrimp, 4 wines, & trimmings; multiple games & door prizes to be given away. 39 tickets remain until we are sold out, & will not be sold the night of the event!

To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; To seek Him is the greatest adventure;

To find Him is the greatest human achievement.

Find time for God to work in your life through reflection on His word, quiet time, & prayer.