“My joy consists of being deprived of all joy here on earth.”
~ St. Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face
Handy Links:
- Parish Website
- Online Giving
- Eucharistic Adoration Sign-up
- Acolyte Schedule
- Altar Server Schedule
- Lector Schedule
- Catholic Youth Sports
- Cub Scout Pack 128
- Retreat Schedule
Attachments:
Bulletin Advertisers Quarter 1
Scouts Pancake Breakfast Flyer
Back to the Garden Young Women’s Retreat
:: CURRENT, NEW, & UPDATED PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
RCIA: The Sacraments: Eucharist
All are welcome to join in the RCIA class on Mon, Jan 15th from 7-8:30pm in Kaczmarek Hall. Our topic will be “Walk Through the Mass” taught by Fr. Kipper.
Scout Sunday Pancake Breakfast
Join the Scouts for their delicious breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee & juice, on Sun, Feb 4th from 9-11:30am in Kaczmarek Hall. Free will donation. Proceeds will help Troop 28 purchase a new scout trailer.
Mass Intentions Donations Now Available Through Online Giving
It is now available to make a donation for a Mass Intention through our Online Giving. Scan the QR Code and select the “Mass Intention” Fund. Then please email [email protected] and let her know you’d like to schedule a Mass. Please indicate if the person is living or deceased and specify if you have any preferred dates of Mass Times. Also let her know if you made a donation online.
Catholic Schools Week Holy Hour
Kick off Catholic Schools Week with an hour of praise & adoration with families from across the city. The annual “Light of the Night Holy Hour” for Catholic Schools will take place Mon, Jan. 29th, 7-8pm at the Cathedral of the Risen Christ. The Eucharistic Holy Hour will include a talk by Bishop Conley, praise & worship music by St. Michael Youth Choir, & Confessions. Let’s join together to lift up our dedicated faculty & staff, families & children to the heart of our Eucharistic King.
S.T.A.G.E. Productions
S.T.A.G.E. will be presenting 2 musical productions: Jonah & the Big Sale (ages 8-11) and The Merchant of Tennis (ages 9-16), in Kaczmarek Hall. Jonah & the Big Sale, based on the classic Bible story, is set in modern times with Ninevay’s Department store & a Whale of a Sale! Performances: Jan 19-20 at 6pm & Jan 21 at 2pm. Tickets $7. The Merchant of Tennis, a musical parody of Shakespeare’s famous work, The Merchant of Venice, follows a tennis theme throughout, teaching the lesson of Love. Performances: Jan 19-20 at 8pm; Jan 21 at 4pm; Jan 26-27 at 7pm; Jan 28 at 2pm (a 2-hour show with intermission). Tickets: $8/$10. Both performances offer reserved seating. To purchase reserved-seating tickets, go to stage4kids.com under TICKETS. Limited walk-in seating will be available.
Eucharistic Adoration
The following hours are still open for adoration. Please consider taking an hour. The link to the online sign-up HERE and is on our website: Home>Authentic Worship>Adoration
Open Holy Hours:
Fri 10-11am & 3-4pm
Sat 9-10am & 3-4pm
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No School
There will be no school on Monday, January 15. This is a teacher workday.
CSS Food Market
The CSS Food Market will be in front of St. Teresa School on Tues, Jan. 16th beginning at 3pm. All are welcome to pick out a bag of groceries.
Library Book Fair
Come and visit our school library during Catholic Schools Week Open House on Sun, Jan 28th and take advantage of some good prices on books. The Book Fair will run from Jan 25th-30th. For a preview of available books, visit I55 Book Fairs at https://i55bookfairs.com/collections.
Catholic Schools Week
Catholic Schools Week begins on Sun, Jan 28th. The 10am Mass will celebrate our Catholic school. More details to come.
School Lunches:
Monday, January 15th: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, January 16th: Hamburger & Bun, Fries, Fruit
Wednesday, January 17th: Goulash, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Fruit
Thursday, January 18th: Chicken Patty, Corn, Bread, Fruit
Friday, January 19th: Scrambled Eggs, Hashbrowns, Muffin, Fruit
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:: REPEAT PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Grand Group
Plan to join us for our soup lunch & travelogue at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Fri, Jan. 19th at Noon. You won’t want to miss out on Nancy’s delicious soup & all that goes with it! Our travelogue, “Scenic Wonders,” features a variety of interesting & exotic places around the world. Please RSVP to Phyllis at 402-488-9177 by Mon, Jan 15th so the committee will know how much food will be needed.
Marriage on Mission Date Night
Marriage on Mission invites all married or engaged couples to a date night event on Sun, Jan 21, 7-8:30pm. Fr. Kipper will speak about the domestic church followed by refreshments & fellowship. On-site babysitting is provided. To utilize babysitting, sign up through the QR Code or the link: https://forms.gle/xTr138VSVwNTx4Pb9.
Youth Altar Society
All girls of the parish, grades 5-7, are encouraged to join the Youth Altar Society. Monthly meetings begin Jan. 10th from 3:20-4:30pm. For more information and to register click HERE or scan the QR Code. Questions? Call/text Julie at 402-310-1698. Attendance at meetings is encouraged but not a requirement for participation. This will be a fun way to earn service hours with friends!
Free Throw Contest
The St. Teresa’s Knights of Columbus Council 833 will be hosting its annual Free Throw Contest for boys & girls ages 9-14 at St. Teresa’s Gym on Fri, Jan. 19th, 4pm. Check-in begins immediately after school at 3:15pm. In addition, if you have a conflict that day, we can get you to shoot first if you need to leave by a certain time. Awards will be given for 1st & 2nd place. Everyone will receive a participation certificate as well. Contact Brad Behne at [email protected] or 402-570-8585 for any questions or for more information.
St. Veronica Ministry
If you are experiencing or have experienced a miscarriage, we want to offer you our support, prayers, & love as a parish family. Please fill out the Google Form on stlfchurch.org > Compassionate Service > Family & Social Ministries > Veronica Ministry. Please complete as much or as little information as you would like and we will be in touch. You may also call the parish offices at 402-477-3979. Please note that we are unable to offer medical advice. All medical questions should be referred to your physician.
Altar Society Prayer Line
An Altar Society Prayer Line has been established to lift up our prayers to God as a parish community. Leva Orationes Deo is Latin for lift up prayers to God. Requests can be made by e-mailing [email protected] or by calling (the first caller on the list) Mary Pat McBride at 402-314-1296. All intentions will be sent by e-mail to the Altar Society e-mail list. If you want to participate in the phone prayer line, please contact Mary Pat.
Planned Parenthood Rosary & Mass
Every Tuesday 9:30—10:30am at 5632 S. 48th Street, Lincoln. Pray for an end to abortion with fellow Catholics every Monday. Rosary: 9:30am outside Planned Parenthood. Mass: 10am at the Right to Life Center
Parish Office | 402-477-3979
General Hours: 9am-4pm Mon-Thu
The parish office is closed on Fridays.
- Jeanne Kee: Financial Secretary
Mon-Thurs: 9-4 | [email protected]
- Theresa Kottwitz: Parish Secretary
Mon-Thurs: 9-2 | [email protected]
:: NEW DIOCESE-wide ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Retrouvaille
Retrouvaille is a marriage program dedicated to helping couples grow closer & develop stronger bonds. It takes a conscious effort to learn about your spouse & grow closer. It is not automatic. More info for Feb 16-18 Retrouvaille Weekend, click HERE.
Surviving Divorce: Men & Women
The Surviving Divorce program was created to bring hope & healing to divorced & separated Catholics. This 12-week program will be leader-facilitated, featuring 30-min video segments that cover topics of shock, denial, anger, grief, guilt, forgiveness, money, kids, annulment, and more. The next session begins Feb 6th, held at John XXIII Diocesan Center, Lincoln, from 7-8:30pm. Register by contacting the Family Life & Discipleship Office at 402-473-0620.
Young Adult Women’s Retreat
“Back to the Garden: Healing the Feminine Heart with Jesus, the Bridegroom” is a Young Adult Women’s Retreat on April 19-21 at the Waverly Retreat Center, with Fr. Cole Kennett & Sarina Stokes. Click HERE to register.
:: REPEAT DIOCESE-wide ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Love and Life Programs: Program I: I+You=We
Inspire your marriage with the Love and Life Program: I+You=We on Jan 20th from 7:30am-9pm & Jan 21 from 8am-4pm at Bishop Neumann High School, Wahoo. Weekend includes lectures, workshops, individual couple dialogue leading you through 6 simple steps to real joy in your marriage. Cost: $250/couple; $300 after Jan 5th. Register: Click HERE or call Bob & Carmen Sullivan at 402-469-5149.
Nebraska Walk for Life
Join the Nebraska Walk for Life Gala on Fri. Jan 26th, 6pm at the Cornhusker Marriott Hotel with Melissa Ohden, speaker. The Walk will be Sat, Jan. 27th, 10am at the State Capitol then UNL Student Union. Scan QR Code for more information & Gala Tickets. If donating baked goods, drop off in front of the Student Union between 8-9am.
Eucharistic Revival Holy Hours
All are invited to join the Christ the King Sisters at Villa Regina Motherhouse, 4100 SW 56th St, for Eucharistic Revival Holy Hours. Join the sisters in adoring Jesus, truly present in the Eucharist, on the following dates: Feb 4, Apr 7, and May 12. All holy hours begin at Noon except Divine Mercy Sunday, April 7th which will begin at 3pm.
Marian Camp 2024
Camper & Counselor registrations open Jan 20th. Camp sessions: June 23-26 and June 28-July 1. Cost: $200 for 1st camper; $150 for 2nd camper. Camp is for girls entering 6th-9th grades. Camp located at Camp Kateri Tekakwitha, McCool Junction. Financial Aid available Dec 11-Jan 8. See mariansisters.org/marian-camp.html or scan the QR Code for more info or to register as a camper or counselor.
Catholic Artist Guild Schedule
All Catholic Artist Guild meetings are held in Resurrection Hall, St. Joseph Parish, Lincoln, from 9am-Noon. All meetings include prayer & fellowship. All are welcome to come and check us out! The schedule is as follows: Jan 13th: Business Topics: Come visit various stations to learn about aspects of business when selling your art or skill. April 13th: Artist Show & Tell: Come, bring your art, & share it with other artists in the guild, while learning about their skills & trades. July 20th: Art Techniques: Come visit stations & learn from other artists about their specific techniques in a variety of media.
LDCCW Convention
A warm thank you & many prayers & blessings upon each of you for the work you do in your parishes. All ladies are welcome to attend the LDCCW Convention at John XXIII Center on Fri evening, April 26 & Sat, April 27 from 9am-3pm. For more information or to volunteer to help, contact Caroline Helget, Deanery President, [email protected], 402-202-0406.
Shine Like the Stars: Villa Marie Dance & Auction
Join us for dancing & a whole lot of fun & good food on Feb 9th, 6-10pm at Sandhills Global Event Center, for the Villa Marie Annual Dance & Auction Fundraiser. Dress in an outfit from your favorite era: medieval princess, a 70’s go-go dancer, 80’s Rockstar, a prancing poodle skirt & leather jacket couple, or just going for the “I just left the office in 2023” look! Tickets are on sale as well as our 60th anniversary merchandise. Pre-orders available for pick up at the dance. For tickets/merchandise, click HERE or scan the QR Code.
Silent Directed Retreats
Creighton University Retreat Center is offering 3-day silent directed retreats. 2024 dates: Jan18-21, Mar 21-24, May 2-5, July 14-17. Cost: $375. Click HERE to register.
Confirmation Retreat
Confirmed for Mission for confirmands & at least 1 parent (Sponsors welcome) on Mar 23rd at Cathedral of the Risen Christ, 10am-4pm. $20/person (lunch provided). Details or to register visit www.lincolndiocese.org/mission or contact [email protected] or call 402-473-0631.
Marriage Encounter Experience
Learn the tools needed to keep you marriage strong by attending a Marriage Encounter on Feb 9-11 in Lincoln. “Finding a oneness of heart we all desire.” Advance registration required. Contact Gary & Brenda Granger at 303-604-6202
Pius X Passport to Adventure Club
Pius X Passport to Adventure Club is organizing a WWII Experience of Europe June 3-17th. We will be in Normandy during the 80th Anniversary of D-Day! Itinerary includes: France (Normandy, Mont St. Michel, Pilgrimage to Lisieux); Bastogne, Belgium (Battle of the Bulge); Amsterdam (Anne Frank House); Germany (Cologne, Berlin, Potsdam, Dresden); Czechia (Prague); Poland (Krakow, Auschwitz, Zakopane). Contact [email protected] for details!
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Fr. Chris Eckrich is leading a trip to the Holy Lands from Feb 22-March 4, 2024. To see the full itinerary click HERE; to request a brochure call 402-435-8888, or for more information, call Barb Wallingford at 402-430-5811.
Planned Parenthood Rosary & Mass
Every Tuesday 9:30—10:30am at 5632 S. 48th Street, Lincoln. Pray for an end to abortion with fellow Catholics every Monday. Rosary: 9:30am outside Planned Parenthood. Mass: 10am at the Right to Life Center, across the street.
Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreats
The schedule of retreats for Fall 2022 has been released and is available on the Retreat center’s website HERE. Remember that for St. Teresa parishioners, Men’s Club or Altar Society will pay for half of a standard retreat per year!
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St. T | Weekly Calendar: Jan 14-21 |
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Sun 1.14 |
1pm: Baptism (CH) 2-6pm: STAGE (KH) 1-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Mon 1.15 |
NO SCHOOL 10am-6:45pm: STAGE (KH) 7-8:30pm: RCIA (KH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Tue 1.16 |
3pm: Food Market (Sch) 3:30-9pm: STAGE (KH) 6-8pm: Scouts (Off Campus) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Wed 1.17 |
3:30-9pm: STAGE (KH) 7:30pm: Knights Columbus Mtg (KCH) 4pm: CCD (Sch) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Thu 1.18 |
3:30-9pm: STAGE (KH) 7:30pm: Choir Practice (CH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Fri 1.19 |
2pm: School Confessions (CH) 4-10 pm: STAGE (KH) 6 & 8pm: STAGE Performances (KH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Sat 1.20 |
7am: Finance Council (MR) 9am: Legion of Mary (MR) 9:15am: Pius X Bible Study (CR) 4-10: STAGE (KH) 6 & 8pm: STAGE Performances (KH) 9am-4pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Sun 1.21 |
1pm: Baptism (CH) 12-8pm: STAGE (KH) 2 & 4pm: STAGE Performances (KH) 7-8:30pm: MoM Date Night (Sch) 1-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Mass Schedule: January 13-21 |
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The Pink Sisters’ Chapel, 1040 S. Cotner Blvd: open 7am-8pm. The 7am Masses listed (7am PS), said at the Chapel, are open to the public. (The Sunday Masses are private). |
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Time |
Intention |
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1.13 |
4:00pm |
Zach Gregg |
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Sun 1.14 |
8am |
Pro Populo |
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10am |
Schroedl Family |
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Noon |
+ James Condon |
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Mon 1.15
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6:30am |
+ Milo Vasa |
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7am PS |
In honor of Pink Sisters’ Founder, Arnold Janssen |
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8:15am |
Reagan Wolff |
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Tue 1.16 |
6:30am |
+ Bill Klabenes |
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7am PS |
Jim & Mary Love, Wedding Anniversary |
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8:15am |
Elizabeth Bauman |
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Wed 1.17 |
6:30am |
+ Lad & Rose Rejda |
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7am PS |
Mary Wood, Spec Int |
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8:15am |
+ Ann Jackson |
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Thu 1.18 |
6:30am |
+ Kenneth Grell |
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7am PS |
George Hendricks, Birthday |
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8:15am |
+ Demuth Family |
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Fri 1.19 |
6:30am |
Respect for Life |
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7am PS |
Daniel Kincheloe, Spec Int |
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8:15am |
Lucy Zimmer |
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Sat 1.20 |
7am PS |
+ Diane Elizabeth Quigley |
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8:15am |
+ Constance Moser |
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4:00pm |
+ Gary Butcher |
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Sun 1.21 |
8am |
Pro Populo |
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10am |
Hannah Schinkel & Grant Beckman |
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Noon |
+ Lewis, Rose, & Patrick Schafers |
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