"It is true that Love knows no such word as ‘impossible,’ for it deems ‘all things possible, all things allowed.’”
~ 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: June 3 – September 29, 2024
- Lector Schedule: January – June 2024
- Lector Schedule: July 2024 – January 1, 2025
- Catholic Youth Sports
- Cub Scout Pack 128
- Retreat Schedule
Attachments:
Bulletin – The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi)
Bulletin Advertisers Quarter 2
June Calendar – Correction on June Lector Schedule
RC Father & Son Evening with the Knights
:: CURRENT, NEW, & UPDATED PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Welcome!
Please welcome Fr. Mitchell Schleis to our parish as our new assistant. He will be moving here on Mon, June 18th. Please also welcome Deacon Isaac Wahlmeier who will be serving our parish this summer.
ProLife Talk on Ballot Initiative
All are invited to a special parish presentation by the Nebraska Catholic Conference on combating the pro-abortion ballot initiative. Learn why this initiative threatens women and babies in Nebraska and how we can defend life together. Invite friends and family to come with you on Sun, June 9th from 6-8:30pm in Kaczmarek Hall. The evening will with social time at 6:15pm followed by a panel discussion and Q & A. Mark your calendars and spread the word!
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:
Tues 5-6pm;
Wed 5-6pm;
Thurs 7-8pm
Fri 10-11am
Sat 9-10am, 3-4pm
Pink Sisters Available Holy Hours
Pink Sisters are in need of adorers to cover the following holy hours:
Mondays: 1pm, 4pm;
Tuesdays: Noon
Fridays: 9:45am, Noon, 2pm;
Saturdays: 2pm, 6:30pm;
Sundays: Noon, 4pm, 6pm.
Call Tabby at 402-499-6028 with questions or to accept an hour.
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School Office Hours This Summer
St. Teresa School will be open on Wednesdays from 9am-Noon. This is a good time to stop in with paperwork, questions, or assistance. The school office will be closed on Wed, July 3rd in observance of the Fourth of July.
St. Teresa School Enrollment Open
Enrollment (Preschool—8th grade) in St. Teresa School for the 2024-2025 school year is currently open. Please go to www.cdolinc.net/enrollment and follow the instructions provided.
Opportunity Scholarship of NE
This program enables students from lower-income families, students with special needs, students who experience bullying, students from military families, students in foster care, & students who are denied option enrollment by public schools to access scholarships to attend private school. See info@nebraskaopportunity.org for more information. See https://stlfschool.org for diocesan and parish scholarship opportunities or call the school office at 402-477-3358.
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St. Teresa Thrift Shop
The Thrift Shop made $3,142 last weekend.
Hours for business:
Fridays 4-8 and Saturdays 9-3
Please donate during business hours.
Online Giving
Looking to simplify your tithe to St. Teresa? Simply text “Give” to 402-925-9925, use the QR code, or click the black heart in the upper right corner of our website: www.stlfchurch.org to securely set up a recurring gift within minutes.
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. Please choose the “one-time payment” option only. Then please email Theresa-Kottwitz@cdolinc.net 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.
:: REPEAT PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Eucharistic Adoration Opportunities
With busy vacation schedules and kids out of school, we have more open slots for adoration. Please consider signing up for an hour this summer! Students can earn service hours for taking an hour, too! Or, if you have a student who would be willing to be a sub, please reach out to Ron Zimmer and let him know. We need more subs during the summer.
Pink Sisters Vocation Holy Hour
All are welcome to join the Pink Sisters as they pray for vocations at their Vocation Holy Hour on Fri, June 7th at 7:15pm in the Pink Sisters’ Chapel. The Seminarians will lead the singing.
Weed-Pulling Volunteers
Our parish is in need of individuals to help pull weeds to keep our grounds looking beautiful. We have broken up the grounds into smaller sections to enable more people to participate. Click HERE to select the area you would like to keep free of weeds. Most sign-ups from last year have been removed. If you want to continue, please go in and sign up again. Thank you!
St. Teresa School Lunch Assistant
St. Teresa School is hiring a part-time Lunch Assistant for the 2024-2025 school year. Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:15am - 1:15pm. If interested, in applying or for more information, please contact Rosie by phone at 402-477-3358 or 402-429-8465 or by email at Rosie-Polak@cdolinc.net.
Totus Tuus Registration Now Open!
Totus Tuus for our Parish will be June 16-21. The High School Program will run the evenings of Sun, June 16– Thurs, June 20. The Elementary Program will run daytime Mon-Fri, June 17-21. We are in need of volunteers for: Supervision at Morning Break 10am and Lunch & Recess 12:10pm; Nut-Free Cookies each day; Sack Lunches for Totus Tuus Team; Sack Dinners for Team; Families to Host the Men & Women Team Members; Provide 1 large bag of ice to Kaczmarek Hall each day. Click HERE to register and for volunteer opportunities.
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 levaorationesdeo@yahoo.com 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 | jeanne-kee@cdolinc.net
- Theresa Kottwitz: Parish Secretary
Mon-Thurs: 9-2 | Theresa.Kottwitz@cdolinc.net
:: Job Opportunities ::
St. Teresa School Lunch Assistant
St. Teresa School is hiring a part-time Lunch Assistant for the 2024-2025 school year. Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:15am - 1:15pm. If interested, in applying or for more information, please contact Rosie by phone at 402-477-3358 or 402-429-8465 or by email at Rosie-Polak@cdolinc.net.
Our Lady of Good Counsel
Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House in Waverly is Hiring! Do you know someone interested in serving the Church, passionate about Retreat Ministry, and drawing more souls to encounter Jesus Christ? We are hiring a full-time Marketing and Ministry Coordinator (or 2 part-time position: Marketing or Ministry Coordinator). Send all resumes and inquiries to director@olgcretreat.org.
St. Patrick Church: Pianist Wanted
Do you like playing the piano? Do you enjoy playing for others? Do you want to share your talents in church? If you’ve answered yes to one or more of these questions, please contact Fr. Schweiger at 402-466-2752 or fr.troy-schweiger@cdolinc.net. We have a position open for a well-established four-part choir.
Blessed Sacrament is seeking seeking a skilled Director of Music Ministry to coordinate music for all liturgical celebrations of the parish, serve as organist, pianist, and/or cantor, and direct both the Adult Choir and our parish Children’s Choir. The ideal candidate has at least 1-2 years of experience in a similar role or in directing choral music and has a familiarity with Catholic music. This role is part-time and pay is commensurate with experience. The parish is located at 1720 Lake Street, Lincoln, 68502. Start date is June 9th or earlier with some training beforehand. Please send a cover letter and resume to fr.mike-morin@bsc.church with MUSIC DIRECTOR in the subject line.
St. Joseph School: is seeking a qualified and energetic Beyond the Bell Director for their after-school enrichment program, for the 2024-2025 school year. Responsibilities include daily supervision, planning, and implementation of enrichment activities for students from 3-5:30pm; hiring, supervision, and professional development of staff; and compliance with all HHS regulations. The director must be at least 19 years of age, of good moral character, and must meet one of the following requirements: associated or bachelor’s degree in either early childhood education, education of child/youth development or equivalent experience, and certification within these areas. Qualities needed include: love for and experience with supervision of children, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to further th emission of St. Joseph School. Start date: August 2024. To apply, please send resume and references to kevin-naumann@cdolinc.net.
:: NEW & CURRENT DIOCESE-wide ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Fr. Jamie Hottovy Celebrating 25 Years of Priesthood
Fr. Jamie Hottovy will be celebrating 25 years of priesthood on Sun, June 23rd with a Mass of Thanksgiving at 1:00 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Seward. Following the Mass will be a reception. All are invited!
Religious Sisters Vocations
Pray for young women discerning a vocation to the Sisterhood of our Diocese of Lincoln Motherhouse. Week of June 2nd, please pray for Sr. Mary Confirma, Professed of the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters (Pink Sisters).
STAGE: Something Super!
Something Super!, an original musical by STAGE will be performed by students ages 9-17. This production will be presented at The City Impact Building/Theater, 1035 N 33rd St, Lincoln. Something Super! is a retro show that brings to life superheros & super villains as they sabotage the city with an over-abundance of ordinary problems. With no superheros coming to the rescue, Mediocre Man & Guinea Pig Girl come to save the day. This fun & exciting musical will delight audiences as it delivers the message: Even the ordinary guy on the street can do super things with God’s awesome grace. Performances: 7pm on June 21, 22, 28 & 29; 2pm on June 23 & 30. TICKETS at www.stage4kids.com. General admission tickets can be purchased at the door. Ticket cost: $12 adults; $8 students (ages 4-18); lap-sitting children (3 & under) free.
Father & Son Holy Hour for Vocations
The Men’s Regnum Christi will be sponsoring a Father & Son Holy Hour for Vocations on Thurs, June 13, at 5:30pm, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3128 S St. A Knight of the Holy Eucharist will deliver a reflection during the Holy Hour. Food, Drinks (provided by the Knights), & Fellowship will follow the Holy Hour in the School Basement. RSVP to Wayne Ringer at 402-430-6972 or qringer@yahoo.com.
Emmaus Institute Summer Book Clubs
Join The Emmaus Institute faculty this summer in shaping our hearts and minds together by reading the University of Mary’s new book, The Religion of the Day. Click HERE to visit our website and to register for one of the sections. No cost to join except for the purchase of the book. Section I: Led by Chad Steiner, Thursdays 8-9pm at Telegraph Mill. Section II: Led by Joshua Burks, Fridays 7-8pm at Scooters (84th & Van Dorn).
:: REPEAT DIOCESE-wide ANNOUNCEMENTS ::
Family Fun Day
The Knights of Columbus Council 1723 & the Willow Center is sponsoring a Family Fun Day at the Indian Creek Mall, 2205 N 6th St, Beatrice on Sat, June 1, 11am-2pm. The event will be held in the parking lot behind the mall. Enjoy Pulled Pork Sandwich Meal, Bounce House, & Guest Speaker, Karen Bowling, NE Family Alliance Executive Director. Free-will offering to fund a new Ultrasound for Willow Center.
Dawson Golf Scramble
Register for the Dawson Scramble: a fundraiser to support Villa Marie Home & School, providing funding for their students’ education. The Scramble will be held on Wed, June 26th, 9am at Woodland Hills Golf Course in Eagle. Various registration costs: Foresome: $600; Tee or Hole Sponsorship: $100; Gold Sponsorship: $750; Ultimate Sponsorship: $2500. Questions? Contact Jenny Chase at 402-874-0577. Registration is through Woodland Hills Gold Course at www.woodlandhillsgolfcourse.com. Click on “Buy Online”, Click on “2024 Events”, select Dawson Scramble.
National Eucharistic Revival
Thinking about attending the historic National Eucharistic Congress from July 17-21? There are limited spots available on the Diocesan Pilgrimage, which can include transportation, hotel, and ticket to the congress. Click HERE for more information or to register.
Vocation Pilgrimage Weekend with Daughters of St. Paul
Join the Daughters of St. Paul for a Vocational Discernment Retreat for single Catholic women ages 18-30 on July 5-7 in St. Louis. Discover the Eucharistic spirituality & media mission of the Daughters of St. Paul, & participate in the Eucharistic Revival pilgrimage as it passes through our city. To register, click HERE. Questions? Contact Sr. Amanda Marie at stlouisvocations@paulinemedia.com.
Upcoming Diocesan Pilgrimages
Below are some opportunities for Diocesan Pilgrimages:
Eucharistic Pilgrimages to Mexico City (several dates): Click HERE
Witness the Lives of the Saints with Fr. Hile: Click HERE
Italy Pilgrimage with Fr. Danek: Click HERE
Journey of Faith Tours, Frs. Eckrich & Salisbury: Click HERE
GED Tutoring at Villa Maria
Villa Maria School is offering GED Tutoring 2 days/week from June 10th-July 31st, from 9am-3:30pm. Days hours are flexible. For more information, please contact Sr. Jeanette at Sr.Jeanette-rerucha@cdolinc.net.
Salt Dogs Faith & Family Nights
Join us at Haymarket Park for the Salt Dogs Faith & Family Nights! We have a variety of entertainment beginning 2 hours prior to games including, In-Stadium Chapel with the Players, Catch in the Outfield, Player Autographs, & Live Church Band on the Concourse. Bake Sales & Merchandise Booths on the Concourse will remain until the end of the game. Upcoming dates: May 19, 1pm, June 23, 1:05pm, July 14, 1:05pm, Aug 28, 7:05pm.
Marian Mantle
Come join us and Mary, Our Sorrowful Mother, in praying for our prodigal children to return to the faith. We are the Marian Mantle Silent Strength Prayer Group. We bring our prodigals to Our Lady of Sorrow and ask Her to lead them home. We pray for Her mantle to cover them with Her protection and care while they are gone. We pray as a group and let the Holy Spirit and Our Blessed Lady handle the rest. We meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at 4pm in Rectors Hall of the Cathedral of the Risen Christ. Questions or concerns, contact Kathy Neugebauer at 402-423-3810 or kneguba@gmail.com.
Hearts Restored: Post-Abortion Healing Ministry
Find hope & healing with Hearts Restored. This post-abortion ministry will accompany you on your unique healing journey, offering mentorship, individual counseling, group settings, retreats, spiritual support, & more. Call Hearts Restored hotline at 402-783-HOPE (4673) or email the confidential, secure inbox at FindPeace@HeartsRestoredNebraska.org. Learn more at HeartsRestoredNebraska.org.
Masses of Healing
All are welcome to attend the 2024 Masses of Healing at John XXIII Diocesan Center (3700 Sheridan Blvd) on the following Sundays: June 23rd, Sept 8th, Dec 8th. Schedule for the day:
1:15pm: Confessions Begin
1:30pm: Divine Mercy Chaplet
1:50pm: Blessing of Articles
2:00 pm: Healing Mass
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: July 20th: Art Techniques: Come visit stations & learn from other artists about their specific techniques in a variety of media.
Silent Directed Retreats
Creighton University Retreat Center is offering 3-day silent directed retreats. 2024 dates: July 14-17. Cost: $375. Click HERE to register.
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: June 2-9 |
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Sun 6.2 |
Corpus Christi 9am: Corpus Christi Procession 1pm: Baptisms (CH) 1-5pm: Private Event (KH) 7pm: Private Meeting (CR) 1-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Mon 6.3 |
3-9pm: STAGE (KH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Tue 6.4 |
3-9pm STAGE (KH) 8-8pm: St. Vincent de Paul Mtg (KH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Wed 6.5 |
9am-5pm: CGS Training (Sch & MR) 3-9pm: STAGE (KH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Thu 6.6 |
9am-5pm: CGS Training (Sch & MR) 3-9pm: STAGE (KH) 7pm: PPP Rosary (CH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Fri 6.7 |
6:30am: PPP Mass (CH) 9am-5pm: CGS Training (Sch & MR) 3-9pm: STAGE (KH) 5:30pm: Wedding Rehearsal (CH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Sat 6.8 |
9am: Christian Mothers (KH) 9am-5pm: CGS Training (Sch & MR) 9am: Legion of Mary (MR) 2pm: Wedding (CH/KH) 9am-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Sun 6.9 |
6:15pm: ProLife Talk on Ballot Initiative (KH) 7pm: Private Meeting (CR) 1-9pm: Eucharistic Exposition |
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Mass Schedule: June 1-9 |
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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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6.1 |
4:00pm |
+ Tom & + Margaret Tracy |
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Sun 6.2 |
8am |
Will & Jackie Varicak & Family |
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10am |
Pro Populo |
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Noon |
+ Shawn Schmid |
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Mon 6.3 |
6:30am |
Sam & Mary Cunningham, Wedding Anniversary |
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7am PS |
Thanksgiving for God’s Blessings |
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8:15am |
Connie Beckman |
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Tue 6.4 |
6:30am |
+ Doug Beals |
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7am PS |
+ Rita O’Hare |
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8:15am |
+ Arleen McCrory |
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Wed 6.5 |
6:30am |
Roger Hothan |
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7am PS |
Health & Wellness for Marlyn de Guzman |
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8:15am |
Altar Society Members |
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Thu 6.6 |
6:30am |
+ Kenneth Grell |
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7am PS |
Living & Deceased Members Enrolled in the Spiritual Union of Perpetual Adoration |
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8:15am |
+ Alice Waybright |
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Fri 6.7 |
6:30am |
Fallen Away Catholics |
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7am PS |
Mark Hauptman, Birthday |
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8:15am |
+ Bill Klabenes |
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Sat 6.8 |
7am PS |
Jason & Terri Love, Wedding Anniversary |
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8:15am |
Christian Mothers |
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4pm |
+ Leo & Clementine Haffey |
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Sun 6.9 |
8am |
Will Kee |
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10am |
Pro Populo |
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Noon |
+ Vernon Danahy |
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