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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there you will also find the info needed to subscribe to the Church Calendar if you choose!
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Scripture Readings for next weekend's Masses
October 8th / The 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 8th / The 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Reading 1 Isaiah 5:1-7
Reading 2 Philippians 4:6-9
Gospel Matthew 21:33-43
Reading 2 Philippians 4:6-9
Gospel Matthew 21:33-43
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: First Time Printed:
- Kathleen Ann Pichotta & Jacob Paul Hassemer
- October 21st, 2017
- Incredible Festival thank you notes and follow-up!
- THANK YOU to all of our Incredible Festival volunteers
for helping with the planning, organizing, preparation, set-up, working in a booth or event at the Festival, tear-down, & clean up!!- We appreciate the many hours of service you have given to Our Lady of the Lake to help make the Incredible Festival a success!!
- THANK YOU also to everyone who came & enjoyed our 38th Annual
Incredible Festival! We appreciate your generous support of Our Lady of the Lake Church! - Please return your Incredible Festival YARD SIGNS to the Church
Office - we can reuse the wooden sticks next year. Thank you!!
- THANK YOU to all of our Incredible Festival volunteers
- Congratulations 2017 Incredible Festival Raffle Winners!
- $5,000 Winner: Mr. & Mrs. Cecil Myers of Minnetrista
- Thank you, Chick & Sharon, for graciously donating your winnings back to the church!
- $500 Winner: Ted Woychick of Mound
- $300 Winner: Jerry & Bonnie Kennedy of Mound
- Ten $100 Winners
- Jerry & Bonnie Kennedy of Mound 6. Clarice Pauly of Mound
- Cindy Entinger of Mound 7. Irene Knott of Mound
- Jack & Linda Staloch of Minnetrista 8. Jameson Smieja of Mound
- Sharon Cashman of Minnetrista 9. Pat Devane of Shoreview
- Pat Richard of Woodbury 10. Jim Anderson of Minnetrista
- $5,000 Winner: Mr. & Mrs. Cecil Myers of Minnetrista
- ALPHA Monday, October 2nd • 6:00pm • PACE Center
- WHY DID JESUS DIE? (add this to my calendar)
- This week we are looking at the problem of sin, God’s solution, and the result of Jesus’ death.
- Does Jesus’ death really have relevance to our lives today?
- Join us to explore the Christian faith in an informal environment.
- Questions? Contact Kathy - 952.472.8202.
- Get more information, watch a video from Father Tony, or register online at ourladyofthelake.com/alpha.
- WeCAN Community Coat Drive • October 2nd - October 17th
- donating coats that are clean & in good condition to annual Coat Drive
- other winter gear such as boots, snow pants, gloves, hats & scarves are also gratefully accepted
- donations can be dropped off in the box in the PACE Center or in the Church Office during business hours
- For more information, contact WeCAN at 952.472.0742 or wecanmn.org. Thank you!
- Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group
- next meeting Tuesday, October 3rd, at 10:00am in the Library (add this to my calendar)
- share concerns, sorrows and tips for coping
- CCW meeting on Tuesday, October 3rd, at 7:00pm in the Presentation Room following the 6:30pm Mass (add this to my calendar)
- social time
- short business meeting
- service project making sandwiches for the homeless
- all women of the parish welcome!
- Faith Formation Classes for Grades 1 - 8 meet this Wednesday, October 4th, from 6:30 - 7:45pm (add this to my calendar)
- Introducing EDGE, a dynamic program which covers catechetical topics in an engaging way and is geared specifically for middle schoolers.
- All 6th - 8th Graders are invited to attend!
- We meet during the regular Faith Formation time on Wednesday nights from 6:30 - 7:45pm.
- Next session is this Wednesday, October 4th. (add this to my calendar)
- See you there!
- 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.
- Fall Family Fun Night on Friday, Oct. 6th, from 6:30 - 8:30pm at Minnetonka Orchards in Minnetrista. (add this to my calendar)
- 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.
- Next weekend, we are welcoming back the students from the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota!
- These young men & women have come to OLL the past couple of years seeking our help as they look to fund their campus ministry activities, serving the Catholic students on campus.
- With their Fall Retreat coming up next weekend, let us be generous in responding to their needs as we have in the past.
- Did You Know…
- We sold 958 Unlimited Ride Wristbands at the Incredible Festival this past weekend?!
- Of those, 361 were purchased prior to the start of the Festival, and 597 were purchased onsite at the Festival.
- Thank you to all who supported our Incredible Festival in so many ways!!
- There’s still time to join this year’s RCIA program!
- Classes began last week, but there’s always room for more!
- If you or someone you know has not been Baptized, received First Communion, or been Confirmed in the Catholic Church, please consider joining us to learn more about the Catholic faith and receiving these sacraments.
- For more information, contact Carla at 952.472.8204 or
clabore@ourladyofthelake.com.
- 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
BEYOND THIS WEEK
- 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.
- 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
- Save the Date! Knights of Columbus 50th Anniversary Party
- Saturday, Oct. 28th • 6:00pm • PACE Center (add this to my calendar)
- All Saints Day (Holy Day of Obligation)
- Wednesday, November 1st Mass:
- 9:00am (with OLL School)
- 6:30pm
- Wednesday, November 1st Mass:
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
- 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