EPIPHANY PARISH NEWSLETTER
Easter Season ...
- 50 days long- liturgical color is white
- ends on Pentecost Sunday --- this year on June 9th ---
The can and bottle redemption trailer will be at the St. Joseph Church's parking lot
Monday and Tuesday of this week.
Parish Elections
Parish elections for the Pastoral Council and Newman's Board of Education are next weekend, May 18 & 19, at all the Masses.
To be eligible to vote you must be confirmed or 18 years of age or older.
Candidate Biographies are at the end of this newsletter.
To be eligible to vote you must be confirmed or 18 years of age or older.
Candidate Biographies are at the end of this newsletter.
Cemetery Tour - June 9
Sunday, June 9
Tours at 1:00 and 2:30
Prayer service and refreshments at 2pm
Kate Keefe and her son and Willie share a “Zinkie" marker that tells the faith story of the mother and son. A “Zinkie” monument was ordered one section at a time, personalized to tell a story. We will learn the story of Kate and her son Willie as we tour the St. Joseph section of Elmwood/St. Joseph’s cemetery.
Call Karen at the parish office,
423-5001 to pre-register.
Tours at 1:00 and 2:30
Prayer service and refreshments at 2pm
Kate Keefe and her son and Willie share a “Zinkie" marker that tells the faith story of the mother and son. A “Zinkie” monument was ordered one section at a time, personalized to tell a story. We will learn the story of Kate and her son Willie as we tour the St. Joseph section of Elmwood/St. Joseph’s cemetery.
Call Karen at the parish office,
423-5001 to pre-register.
Keefe's zinkie marker
Parish Election Candidate Bio's
PASTORAL COUNCIL - 2 open seats
Larry Cink
My name is Larry Cink. My wife Jeanette and I have a son, Jonathan. I have been a member of Epiphany parish since 2006. I have been asked by a couple of members of the Council if I would consider being on the council. I enjoy being a member of the parish and believe I should do my part to contribute.
Susan Jung
My name is Susan Jung. I have been a member of Epiphany Parish for over 20 years and two grown children: Christopher and Cathleen. I work at Mercy One Regency Clinic. I graduated from Central High School in San Angelo, Texas. I taught 7th grade religious education for several years. I am excited to become a more active member of the parish, if given the opportunity.
PASTORAL COUNCIL YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE - 1 open seat
Heather Mennen
My name is Heather Mennen and I am going to be a junior at Newman Catholic in the fall. I am the daughter of Doug & Kendra Mennen. I am active in the choir, cheerleading, and working in the childcare. I have one sister, Elizabeth, and two brothers, Nick & Ben. My dad has been a member of the parish since he was a child & so have I. I participate in youth group and occasionally the youth choir. I would like this position to give my peers a voice and create a bridge between the Pastoral Council and today’s youth. I am excited for the chance to be a voice for today’s youth.
NEWMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION
- 1 seat open and 2 candidates
Steve Doerfler
Newman Catholic is an essential part of our community, and it has played an important role in my life and the life of my children. My wife, Laura, was an elementary teacher at Newman for 15 years. All three of my adult children, Jared, Jocelyn, and Jenna, were in the Newman system, with Jared (‘07) and Jocelyn (‘09) graduating from Newman. The Catholic education Newman provides is an excellent example of stewardship, and I feel very strongly this should continue to be our calling. I have been part of Epiphany Parish since we moved to Mason City in 1990. I have further integrated myself into our Catholic community by serving on Pastoral Council, raising funds for the renovation of the St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, volunteering as a hospitality minister and participating in a weekly men’s prayer group. Laura and I have been blessed to be part of North Iowa. With my active involvement leading a successful NI company, Metalcraft, I am making the commitment to run for Newman School Board. While I believe that Newman has dedicated faculty, as I have witnessed firsthand through Laura, and there are many reasons to support Newman, I also believe we can continue to raise the bar. The following is my pledge if I am elected to serve on the Board:
1.I will use my experience and understanding of skill sets required for young adults to be successful in order to identify ways to further prepare Newman graduates for the future. I will also encourage development of and education on opportunities that currently exist in North Iowa in an effort to retain more graduates in our community.
2.I will listen and learn, while acting in a humble and selfless manner to make the best long-term decisions for students and faculty.
3.I will challenge the status quo to allow us to accomplish more than we thought possible.
I am optimistic that my business background with Metalcraft will help provide a positive perspective on the Board, and I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to positive growth and change at Newman. I appreciate your consideration for this important position.
William D. Sehi
Education:
- Bachelor of Science: Agricultural Economics
- Master’s Degree: Management
Employment: Director Manufacturing, Zoetis – Charles City, Iowa
Spouse: Amy Sehi (Speech Pathologist, AEA)
Children:
- Collin Sehi: Age 22 (Senior, University of Nebraska – Lincoln)
- Olivia Sehi: Age 20 (Sophomore, University of Iowa – Iowa City)
- Tressa Sehi: Age 13 (7th Grade, Newman Catholic – Mason City)
My family and I moved to Mason City in December 2015. Prior to arriving in Mason City, Amy and I were members of parishes in Lincoln, NE and Southern Pines, NC. My wife and I’ve supported these previous parishes in many ways over the years. For example, we’ve coached various sport teams, served on committees, and organized fund drives but have not previously served on the Board of Education. At this point in my career, I find interest and the desire to support the school and my community toward providing the best education experience for our children.
Larry Cink
My name is Larry Cink. My wife Jeanette and I have a son, Jonathan. I have been a member of Epiphany parish since 2006. I have been asked by a couple of members of the Council if I would consider being on the council. I enjoy being a member of the parish and believe I should do my part to contribute.
Susan Jung
My name is Susan Jung. I have been a member of Epiphany Parish for over 20 years and two grown children: Christopher and Cathleen. I work at Mercy One Regency Clinic. I graduated from Central High School in San Angelo, Texas. I taught 7th grade religious education for several years. I am excited to become a more active member of the parish, if given the opportunity.
PASTORAL COUNCIL YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE - 1 open seat
Heather Mennen
My name is Heather Mennen and I am going to be a junior at Newman Catholic in the fall. I am the daughter of Doug & Kendra Mennen. I am active in the choir, cheerleading, and working in the childcare. I have one sister, Elizabeth, and two brothers, Nick & Ben. My dad has been a member of the parish since he was a child & so have I. I participate in youth group and occasionally the youth choir. I would like this position to give my peers a voice and create a bridge between the Pastoral Council and today’s youth. I am excited for the chance to be a voice for today’s youth.
NEWMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION
- 1 seat open and 2 candidates
Steve Doerfler
Newman Catholic is an essential part of our community, and it has played an important role in my life and the life of my children. My wife, Laura, was an elementary teacher at Newman for 15 years. All three of my adult children, Jared, Jocelyn, and Jenna, were in the Newman system, with Jared (‘07) and Jocelyn (‘09) graduating from Newman. The Catholic education Newman provides is an excellent example of stewardship, and I feel very strongly this should continue to be our calling. I have been part of Epiphany Parish since we moved to Mason City in 1990. I have further integrated myself into our Catholic community by serving on Pastoral Council, raising funds for the renovation of the St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, volunteering as a hospitality minister and participating in a weekly men’s prayer group. Laura and I have been blessed to be part of North Iowa. With my active involvement leading a successful NI company, Metalcraft, I am making the commitment to run for Newman School Board. While I believe that Newman has dedicated faculty, as I have witnessed firsthand through Laura, and there are many reasons to support Newman, I also believe we can continue to raise the bar. The following is my pledge if I am elected to serve on the Board:
1.I will use my experience and understanding of skill sets required for young adults to be successful in order to identify ways to further prepare Newman graduates for the future. I will also encourage development of and education on opportunities that currently exist in North Iowa in an effort to retain more graduates in our community.
2.I will listen and learn, while acting in a humble and selfless manner to make the best long-term decisions for students and faculty.
3.I will challenge the status quo to allow us to accomplish more than we thought possible.
I am optimistic that my business background with Metalcraft will help provide a positive perspective on the Board, and I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to positive growth and change at Newman. I appreciate your consideration for this important position.
William D. Sehi
Education:
- Bachelor of Science: Agricultural Economics
- Master’s Degree: Management
Employment: Director Manufacturing, Zoetis – Charles City, Iowa
Spouse: Amy Sehi (Speech Pathologist, AEA)
Children:
- Collin Sehi: Age 22 (Senior, University of Nebraska – Lincoln)
- Olivia Sehi: Age 20 (Sophomore, University of Iowa – Iowa City)
- Tressa Sehi: Age 13 (7th Grade, Newman Catholic – Mason City)
My family and I moved to Mason City in December 2015. Prior to arriving in Mason City, Amy and I were members of parishes in Lincoln, NE and Southern Pines, NC. My wife and I’ve supported these previous parishes in many ways over the years. For example, we’ve coached various sport teams, served on committees, and organized fund drives but have not previously served on the Board of Education. At this point in my career, I find interest and the desire to support the school and my community toward providing the best education experience for our children.
OUR MISSION
Forming disciples
to joyfully
love and serve
God and others.
Epiphany Parish: St. Joseph and Holy Family Catholic Churches