MISSION STATEMENT
We are a community that
worships, educates, and
reaches out to others
through our Catholic Faith.
The current weekly bulletin is included here for your convenience. It may be helpful for where the abbreviated information below falls short of the information you need.
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Scripture Readings for next weekend's Masses
October 1st / The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 1st / The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Reading 1 Ezekiel 18:25-28
Reading 2 Philippians 2:1-11
Gospel Matthew 21:28-32
Reading 2 Philippians 2:1-11
Gospel Matthew 21:28-32
Visit usccb.org/bible/readings for the daily readings.
Or get your weekly Mass Prep email on Friday afternoons here.
NOTES/NEWS FOR THIS WEEK
- Banns of Marriage: Third Time Printed:
- Katie Elmquist & Andrew Grausam
- September 30, 2017
- Hospice Volunteer Opportunity
- training sessions in October
- give respite care to caregivers who are caring for terminally ill loved ones
in their own private homes, or visit terminally ill patients to
provide comfort and support - would also like volunteers that are veterans to visit our patients who are also veterans.
- commitment is a maximum of 4 hours per week, can be less, and training is 4 sessions
- if interested, please call Libby Swanson at 952.993.5381
- OLL School is looking for someone to work in our After-School Program with the 3 - 5 year-old students.
- The hours are Monday - Friday from 3:00pm - 5:30pm.
- You would also be asked to work on some non-school days.
- We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with preschool-age students.
- Position starts immediately.
- If interested, please call Mrs. Antoskiewicz at 952.472.8244.
- Pick-Up Times For Your Silent Auction Winning Bid
- Sunday, Sept. 24th 4:00pm - 6:30pm
- Monday, Sept. 25th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Tuesday, Sept. 26th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Wednesday, Sept. 27th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Sunday, Oct. 1st 9:30am - 12:00pm
- questions, please call Jackie Byrnes at 612.801.4390
- Children’s Choir/Adult Choir/Handbell Choir
- Children's Choir
- Children in Grades 1-6 are invited to join the OLL Children’s Choir!
- Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:00 - 6:25pm.
- Sing for 1 Mass per month rotating between the 3 Mass times.
- Rehearsal begins on Wednesday, Sept. 27th.
- Handbell Choir
- Actively seeking new bell ringers for the OLL Handbell Choir!
- You do not need to be able to read music to participate!
- Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 5:00 - 6:00pm.
- Play for 1 rotating Mass per month, plus Christmas & Easter morning.
- Rehearsal begins on Wednesday, Sept. 27th.
- Adult Choir
- We are gladly accepting new adult singers of all ability levels, whether you’re an experienced choir member or not!
- Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00pm.
- We generally sing at 10:30 Mass with exception of 1 alternating Mass per month.
- Rehearsal begins on Wednesday, Sept. 20th.
- Children's Choir
- All ladies of St. Veronica’s Guild are invited to a Paschal Meal experience at Mary Brenny’s house on Wednesday, Sept. 27th at Noon.
- Please RSVP to Mary at 952.472.3720 or Barbara at 952.474.7862.
- Mark your calendars for September 28th - the beginning of the new RCIA session! (add to my calendar)
- program for anyone who has not been baptized, or has not received First Communion or Confirmation in the Catholic Church.
- watch the latest video for more info!
- Do you know someone who hasn’t received their 1st Communion or Confirmation? Do you have a friend, neighbor, or relative who may be interested in learning more about the Catholic faith?
- first part of this program is called “Inquiry,” i.e. ask your questions and see if this is something that might work for you.
- Come and learn about the depth and richness of the Catholic faith!
- For more information, please contact Carla at 952.472.8204 or clabore@ourladyofthelake.com.
- All women of the parish are invited to the West Deanery Fall Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 28th, at St. George Church in Long Lake. (add this to my calendar)
- Registration begins at 9:15am followed by Mass, speakers, a luncheon, and the business meeting.
- Speakers will include Rachel Herbeck of the Archdiocese, speaking on the planned Legislative Day; Mary Jo Sherwood, 1st Vice President of the ACCW (Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women) speaking on the Seven Pillars of Leadership; and Lucy Johnson, past President of the ACCW, with a slideshow from the 2017 National Convention in Dallas.
- The cost of the day is $15. To register, contact Carol Shukle at 612.232.7800.
- Justice For ALL (JFA) is a pro-life ministry that trains thousands (like you!) to make abortion unthinkable for millions, one person at a time. JFA is coming to our community to present an interactive workshop called Taking Abortion From Debate to Dialogue. This workshop will not only give you the skills to changes people’s hearts and minds on abortion, but will give you hands-on practice as you learn these new skills. The workshop is also broadly helpful for evangelism in general.
- This pro-life workshop is Saturday, Sept. 30th, from 9am - 11am at St. Hubert Catholic Church in the Fellowship Hall, 8201 Main Street, Chanhassen.
- There is a Mass for Life at 8:00am. Check-in for the workshop begins at 8:30am.
- If you have any questions or need additional guidance, please contact Ashley Burns at ashleyburns618@gmail.com or 303.746.2574 or Cathy Johnson at jcathy724@gmail.com or 952.334.0780.
- ALPHA is an opportunity to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open & informal environment. No pressure. No follow-up. No charge.
- Join us at ALPHA next week (no meeting this week), Oct 2nd from 6-8pm (add this to my calendar) for a meal and to discuss the following
- Who is Jesus?
- Was Jesus a real, historical person?
- Was He more than a wonderful man?
- Was He more than a great moral teacher or religious leader?
- Get more information, watch a video from Father Tony, or register online at ourladyofthelake.com/alpha.
- Join us at ALPHA next week (no meeting this week), Oct 2nd from 6-8pm (add this to my calendar) for a meal and to discuss the following
BEYOND THIS WEEK
- Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group
- next meeting Tuesday, October 3rd, at 10:00am in the Library (add to my calendar)
- If you or someone you know is struggling with this disease, please come and join us. Share your concerns, your sorrows, and your tips for coping.
- The Parent Meeting for 2nd Graders preparing for the sacraments of First Reconciliation & First Communion is Wednesday, October 4th, at 6:30pm. (add to my calendar) Questions? Contact Kathy at 952.472.8202.
- Mark your calendars (add this to my calendar) for our Fall Family Fun Night on Friday, Oct. 6th, from 6:30 - 8:30pm at Minnetonka Orchards in Minnetrista.
- The cost is $5/person or $15/family and is payable at Minnetonka Orchards.
- All parishioners are invited to join us for this fun event to enjoy their famous apple donuts, hayrides, a bonfire, corn maze, playground, petting zoo & much more!
- To RSVP, contact Kathy at 952.472.8202 or khejna@ourladyofthelake.com.
- VIRTUS Training
- scheduled at OLL on Saturday, Oct. 7th (add to my calendar)
- this training, along with a completed background check and signed Code of Conduct, is required for all volunteers who work with children
- For more information, contact Kathy at khejna@ourladyofthelake.com.
- Annual Stewardship Sign-Up October 14th & 15th
- very special weekend, to reflect on all God’s blessings and make a decision as to what our gift will be in return for all that God has bestowed upon us
- stop by the PACE Center to see how you can share your time and talent as a member of your parish community
- your active participation in our parishcommunity is vital to the life of the Church.
- Mark your calendars (add this to my calendar) for Friday, October 20th, for a Bus Trip to the Cathedral of St. Paul!
- all parish members invited
- $25 includes bus, tours & lunch
- 9:00am Board Bus at OLL
- 9:30am Tour of Catholic Charities Opportunity Center
- 11:00am Lunch at Green Mill Restaurant
- 1:00pm Tour of Cathedral
- 3:00pm Arrive back at OLL
- Contact Carla at 952.472.8204 or Kathy at 952.472.8202.
- Save the Date! Knights of Columbus 50th Anniversary Party
- Saturday, Oct. 28th • 6:00pm • PACE Center (add this to my calendar)
- Our Lady of the Lake School
- Spaghetti Dinner
- Thursday, October 26th • Starting at 4:30pm
- Enjoy a spaghetti dinner with the OLL students as they fuel up to prepare for their big day of raking.
- Tickets are $5/person or $20/family.
- There will be a contest for the best pumpkin dessert.
- All desserts must be in the Pace Center kitchen by 3:00 that day to be entered in the contest.
- Rake-A-Thon
- We will kick off our Rake-A-Thon on September 29th.
- The Rake-A-Thon is a fun, OLL community
event that provides service opportunities for our students. - By raking the yards of seniors and/or residents of our community who are unable to do it themselves, students will provide a valuable
service while earning support for our school programs. - Students seek people to sponsor their efforts and there is no charge to the recipient.
- This year’s Rake-A-Thon is Friday, October 27th (weather
permitting), with a carb-up Spaghetti Dinner on Thursday, October 26th.
- Spaghetti Dinner
- PennyWise is now OPEN and ready for donations!
- Our Fall & Winter hours are:
- Tuesday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Wednesday: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
- 1st & 3rd Thursday: 9:30am - 3:00pm
- Friday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Saturday: 10:00am - 1:00pm
- PennyWise is looking for more volunteers! Volunteering has many benefits including service to others and camaraderie.
- We help make a difference in our community. All of our profits go back to the Church, School, and broader community.
- If you’re interested in volunteering, call PennyWise at 952.472.1773 during store hours.
- Our Fall & Winter hours are:
ONGOING INFORMATION
- Find us on facebook.com/OLLMound and scroll down to “Videos” to see “Ask Fr. Tony” Videos!
- Westonka Food Shelf needs your gently used paper grocery bags.
- Please drop them in the food shelf baskets by the Church exits. Thanks!
- Marriage
- please contact Fr. Tony at least 8 months before planning to marry
- Baptism
- please contact Carla LaBore for baptismal information
- If you would like to honor a loved one with a Mass intention, please stop by the Church Office.
- Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School is now accepting registrations
for all grades (PreK-8th Grade)- contact Kassie Ricke at kricke@schoololl.com or 612.309.3549 for more details
- CCW collecting supplies greatly needed by the homeless
- socks, toiletries, and bath towels are needed
- drop in collection bucket in the church hall connecting to the PACE Center
- Thank you for helping!
- Would you like to volunteer a couple quick and easy hours to help the School earn money?
- The PennyWise Thrift Store has graciously agreed to allow OLL School to staff the store on Thursdays, with proceeds from those days going to OLL School! What a wonderful way to help our School! Do you have a few hours to spare to volunteer at PennyWise? If so, please contact Megan Youngstrom at 952-484-8625.
- Mass Bags for Children
- at the back of Church for your toddler or preschooler
- includes books and activities to help keep your child quietly entertained during Mass
- please remember to return the bags and its contents after Mass
- Children’s Liturgy of the Word
- meets on most Sundays at the 10:30am Mass
- no need to register
- children (preK-4th grade) called during the Mass after the Opening Prayer and re-join their families during the Creed
- Prayer & Playtime
- currently not meeting during the summer, will resume in the fall, watch for details!
- each Monday morning from 10:00 to 11:00
- Moms, Dads, and Caregivers of children, newborn to 5 years old
- Service at Loaves and Fishes
- St. Gabriel’s in Hopkins
- second Tuesday of each month
- help serve a meal to the less fortunate
- to sign-up contact Kathy at khejna@ourladyofthelake.com
- West Suburban Grief Coalition
- meets Trinity Lutheran Church, 2060 6th Ave N (CR6), Long Lake, Phone: 952.473.8577.
- meets on Thursdays from 4:30 - 6:00pm.
- Fall and Winter Hours for the PennyWise Thrift Shop, 952.472.1773
- Tuesdays 10:00am-4:00pm
- Wednesdays 6:30pm-8:00pm
- 1st and 3rd Thursdays 9:30am-3:00pm
- Fridays 10:00am-4:00pm
- Saturdays 10:00am-1:00pm
- Closed the month of August (reopening after Labor Day)
- Hours for the Westonka Food Shelf, 952.472.5599
- Mondays 9:30am-noon and 1pm-3pm
- Tuesdays 9:30am-noon and 1pm-3pm
- Wednesdays 9:30am-noon and 6pm-8pm
- Thursdays 9:30am-noon and 1pm-3pm
- Fridays 9:30am-noon
- Saturdays 10am-noon
- Juan Anna Coffee:
- fair-trade coffee
- dark or regular roast
- whole bean or ground
- contact Stephanie Greene to order at 612-759-3332 or swgreene1@gmail.com
- FORMED: Online Catholic Resource (Parish Code: P Y W Y W J) The following resources are suggested for the first half of the month of August:
- Sept. 12th - Holy Name of Mary
- Study: Footprints of God, Mary: Mother of God
- Read: Mary: The Church at the Source
- Read: Faith Basics: Understanding Catholic
- Teaching on the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Sept. 14th - Exaltation of the Holy Cross
- Read: Saint Helena and the True Cross
- Sept. 14th - St. Cormac
- Read: Twenty Tales of Irish Saints
- Sept. 15th - Our Lady of Sorrows
- Study: The Bible and the Virgin Mary
- Listen: Drawing Strength from Our Lady of Sorrows
- Sept. 16th - St. Cyprian of Carthage
- Study: Lectio: Evangelization,Session 6: Sacraments and the Spirit
- Sept. 17th - St. Hildegard of Bingen
- Read: The Young People’s Book of Saints
- Sept. 18th - St. Joseph of Cupertino
- Watch: The Reluctant Saint
- Sept. 21st - St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist
- Study: Lectio: Evangelization
- Study: Symbolon: Knowing the Faith, Session 3: The Bible
- Read: Sacraments in Scripture
- Read: Mystery of the Kingdom
- Listen: Living the Gospel with the Heart of Pope Francis
- Sept. 23rd - St. Padre Pio
- Study: Symbolon: Living the Faith Session 4: Penance and Anointing of the Sick
- Watch: Padre Pio: Miracle Man
- Watch: Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth
- Sept. 12th - Holy Name of Mary