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Saint Mary’s Parish & St. Joseph Mission
February 7, 2021
Mass Times:
Sunday: St. Mary’s 12:30pm
St. Joseph’s 10:45am
(Florence)
Ash Wednesday Mass
6:30pm at Saint Mary’s
THIS WEEKS MASS SCHEDULE: ST. MARY’S MISSION PARISH – STEVENSVILLE
Thurs, Feb 11th NO MASS St. Mary’s
ST. JOSEPH’S MISSION – FLORENCE
Sun, Feb 14 10:45am St. Joseph’s ~ CHRISTIAN INITIATION ~
Sun, Feb 14 12:30pm St. Mary’s ADULTS seeking Baptism: Please call the parish office for further
During this time, may we be reminded of our need for information regarding the needs and questions for each inquiring
person.
Jesus in the Eucharist by praying a “SPIRITUAL
BAPTIZED ADULTS from another Christian tradition who wish to
COMMUNION PRAYER” (see pg.3) consider full communion with the Roman
Catholic Church; Call the parish office for information.
WEEKEND LITURGIES: PARENTS who seek Baptism for a newborn baby or an older child,
Sunday 10:45am St. Joseph’s please call the parish office for the Preparation Process.
CONFIRMATION – FIRST COMMUNION - RECONCILIATION: Preparation process
Sunday 12:30pm St. Mary’s offered, please call the parish office.
NOTE: The general dispensation for all the faithful from the
obligation to participate at Mass on Sunday still continues for those ~ SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE ~
who choose not to attend. Please contact parish office at least six to eight months prior to the
expected date of the wedding. Preparation process is designed to
WEEKLY READINGS: support the couples love for one another and to assist in the
formation of a stronger bond needed to live the commitment and
WEEKLY READINGS AND OBSERVANCES covenant of Sacramental marriage.
Readings for the week of February 7, 2021 Please call the office to make an appointment with Fr. Severson.
Sunday: 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday: Jb 7:1-4, 6-7/Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 [cf. 3a]/1 Cor 9:16-19, ~ SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION ~
22-23/Mk 1:29-39 Individual Rite, Thursdays at 11:30 before 12pm Daily Mass, or by
Monday: Gn 1:1-19/Ps 104:1-2a, 5-6, 10 and 12, 24 and 35c [31b]/Mk appointment at St. Mary’s Mission Parish. The Sacrament is
6:53-56 celebrated in the reconciliation chapel in the front of the church.
Tuesday: Gn 1:20—2:4a/Ps 8:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [2ab]/Mk 7:1-13 Communal Celebration during Advent and Lent.
Wednesday: Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17/Ps 104:1-2a, 27-28, 29bc-30 [1a]/Mk
7:14-23 ~ SACRAMENT OF THE SICK ~
Thursday: Gn 2:18-25/Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 [cf. 1a]/Mk 7:24-30 Celebrated at the time of sickness, mental stress, and prior to
Friday: Gn 3:1-8/Ps 32:1-2, 5, 6, 7 [1a]/Mk 7:31-37 surgery and /or hospitalization. The sacrament can also be
Saturday: Gn 3:9-24/Ps 90:2, 3-4abc, 5-6, 12-13 [1]/Mk 8:1-10
celebrated periodically during an extended illness. The sacrament is
Observances for the week of February 7, 2021
celebrated with family, friends, and/or parishioners present; or with
Monday: St. Jerome Emiliani; St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin
Wednesday: St. Scholastica, Virgin the parish community at daily Mass or when necessary at
Thursday: Our Lady of Lourdes Sunday Mass.
Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary CONTACT PARISH OFFICE TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS, ALWAYS CALL THE PARISH
PRIOR TO HOSPITALIZATION OF SURGERY. If a hospital or care center visit
RITE OF RECONCILIATION: is desired, please notify the parish office upon admittance.
Confessions can be heard at ST. MARY’S at 11:30 ON ~ SACRAMENT OF THE DYING ~
THURSDAYS BEFORE DAILY MASS, or by appointment.
HOLY VIATICUM: FOOD FOR THE JOURNEY
Mass Intentions: The last Rite of the Church for the dying is Holy Communion. When
death already occurs, the Prayers for the Dead are prayed. Always
Sun. Feb 7th 10:45am Dorothy Deeds by Bob & remember to be in dialogue with the parish as soon as possible.
Karen Deeds Prior to making any funeral arrangements please be in dialogue with
Sun. Feb 7th 12:30pm Community of the Parish the parish. When cremation is chosen, it ordinarily follows the
Thurs. Feb 11th NO MASS funeral mass.
PLEASE NOTE: All Mass intentions that were previously
scheduled will be moved forward. It will go in the order of
the calendar at the time the church was closed. At this time,
we are doing two Masses a week, one weekend Mass is
always offered for the intentions of the Parish.
“PRAYER OF ST. GERTRUDE”
Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine
Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world THE HOLY ROSARY
today, for all the holy souls in purgatory, for sinners everywhere, WEEKENDS: 20 MINUTES BEFORE MASS
for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and
HOLY MARY MOTHER OF GOD, PRAY FOR US
within my family. Amen.
The prayer of St. Gertrude is one of the most famous & powerful prayers
RITA PFAU LENTEN SOUP & BREAD
MINISTRY 2021
As we journey into our Lenten Season, we are
busy making preparations for our Soup and Bread
Ministry. Due to COVID 19, it will look much
different this year. We will not be able to
accept our usual home baked rolls and cookies
from our amazing bakers in the Parish.
Contact Derek Wherley at 370-5927 In lieu of not accepting home baked goodies, we
are humbly asking you all to consider donating
money to help with the cost of soup ingredients,
An Act of Spiritual Communion rolls and cookies that we will now purchase.
Please be generous and know that your donations
My Jesus, I believe You are present in the Most Holy will be greatly appreciated. You can mail a check
Sacrament of Your Body and Blood. I love You and to the Parish office and we will gladly take it
desire to receive You. Since I cannot receive You this from there.
moment Sacramentally, I embrace You and unite myself Also if you know of someone who would enjoy this
wholly to You. Never let me separated from You. service or if it is yourself, please call
Amen. Bob or Karen Deeds at 406-251-0091.
With the general dispensation for all the faithful from the
obligation to participate at Mass on Sunday, this prayer can
be said for a spiritual communion with Our Lord.
Join the Celebration!
Celebrate “Montana’s First Best Place.” St. Mary’s Village
was settled 48 years before Statehood!!! This year Historic
St. Mary's Mission in Stevensville celebrates 180 years since
the founding in 1841. To recognize this significant anniversary
HELP SAVE LIVES IN in Montana's history we are hosting the Saturday Series. You
MISSOULA FROM February 17th - March 28th will hear more in-depth history of early Montana; facts and
Blue Mountain Clinic, 610 North California Street, information not included in a guided tour. Mark your calendar
Missoula for February 20 at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel. Jerry
LEADER CONTACT INFO Hoover will present “Life at St. Mary’s Mission” from the
Diane Rotering 406-274-3639 memoirs of Fr. Gregory Mengarini who came in 1841. His
personal writings tell us about the joys and struggles on
Western Frontier while living among the Salish Indians. Please
UPDATE ON THE ACA 2020 call 777-5734 by Friday, February 19 to make reservations
Annual Catholic Appeal Report: as seating is limited. Plan to wear a mask and social distance.
We have 236 registered households. So far, 74 pledges
have been made which is 31% of our parish families. We
have received $23,678 in pledges which puts us at 78%
of our goal of $30,200.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
OUR GOAL IS 100% PARTICIPATION!
NO GIFT IS TOO SMALL!
PARISH CONTACT INFORMATION ST. JOSEPH’S MINISTRY SCHEDULE
PARSH OFFICE Yes, we are open! Sunday, February 7th _ _10:45am
Lector: Bobbie Johnson
*Hours: Tues, Thurs, Friday – 9am-3pm
Mailing Address: 333 Charlos St Sunday, February 14th _ 10:45am
Stevensville, MT 59870 Lector: Sue Morris
OFFICE PHONE: 777-5257 Fax: 777-1032 Sunday, February 21st _ 10:45am
Lector: Dave Tobin
EMAIL: stmarystevi@gmail.com
WEBSITE: www.stmarymissionchurch.org
Read/download the weekly bulletin ONLINE! ST. MARY’S MINISTRY SCHEDULE
FACEBOOK: SEARCH FOR ST. MARY’S MISSION PARISH
Sunday, February 7th __ _12:30pm
ADMINISTRATOR: FR. DAVID SEVERSON Lector: Derek Wherley
(after hour’s emergency 406- 202-8912)
Sunday, February 14th __ _12:30pm
SECRETARY: Terri Todd 777-5257 Lector: Liz Wherley
RELIGIOUS ED: Derek Wherley 370-5927
GROUNDS: Jim Gablick 214-5904 Sunday, February 21st __ 12:30pm
Lector: Dave Weber
CHOIR COORDINATORS:
ST. JOSEPH’S Maggie Lee 361-9365
NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO MASS ON
During these difficult times, it is SATURDAY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
important to continue to support your
parish through weekly contributions.
Amidst this hardship, we are so grateful for the FINANCE COUNCIL 2020-21
generosity you have shown. Good stewardship Jean Comer 360-5304 jeancomer@aol.com
is a challenge we face together for the good of Phyllis Green 916-296-3435 pjbk55@gmail.com
the church. Martin Halko 273-2169 mhalko@msn.com
Todd Wohlman 361-1944 wmtoddwohlman@me.com
YOUR GOOD STEWARDSHIP & SUPPORT IS Joe Moore 777-7041 jcm_arabia@yahoo.com.
ESSENTIAL TO KEEPING OUR PARISH OPERATING.
“Please continue to mail your donation or
give online.”
FR. DAVID SEVERSON’S OTHER PARISH/MISSIONS
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
PO Box 329 (16680 Main St) MASS SCHEDULE:
Sunday - 8:30am
Frenchtown, 59834-0329
Wednesday - 11am
Phone and Fax: 406.626.4492
Friday – 11am
https://clarkforkcatholic.com/
ST. MARY QUEEN OF HEAVEN Saturday – 4pm
204 2nd Ave E Superior, MT 59872
ST. ALBERT THE GREAT
No Mass at this time.
1117 Railroad St.
Alberton, MT 59820-9491
Book Recommendations for Lent
For those wishing to consecrate themselves to St. Joseph in this Holy Year dedicated to his honor, there is still time to
order a book for your use. The 33 day preparation period begins on February 15 th, which is the Monday before Ash
Wednesday. Those participating will consecrate themselves on March 19 th, the Solemnity of St. Joseph, which is on a
Friday. (The discipline of fasting and abstinence does not apply on solemnities that fall on a Friday...thank you St. Jo-
seph!) “33 Days to Morning Glory” is a book I have used a few times and thoroughly enjoy. It takes the structure of the
traditional method proposed by St. Louis de Montfort and incorporates the wisdom of contemporary saints such as St.
Maximiian Kolbe, St. Teresa of Calcutta and St. Pope John Paul II. Preparation to consecrate or renew your consecra-
tion to Mary begins on Saturday, April 10th and concludes on May 13th, the Memorial of Our Lady of Fatima. If you have
yet to make this preparation and consecration, please consider doing so this year. “True Devotion to Mary” contains
the traditional preparation method of St. Louis de Montfort.
This book by Fr. Rohrbach is unparalleled in its practicality in presenting the
prayer of meditation and conversation with Christ according to the doctrine
of St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church, and teacher of Christian prayer.
It is a slim volume of 140 pages and is to be read over and over. Lent is a
great time to learn how to pray as we ought, and to fine tune the life of pray-
er that we already practice in order to deepen our intimacy with Jesus Christ.
This book will not disappoint.
After reading “Conversation” by Fr. Rohrbach you may want to venture more deeply into the teach-
ings of St. Teresa of Avila. A good place to start is always “The Way of Perfection.” This work of the
saint presents her basic doctrine and then moves into a fairly detailed commentary on the prayer of
the Our Father. The style of writing of a 16th century Spanish Carmelite nun may prove challenging
to some as she does not write in a systematic way, though her progression of thought is beyond re-
proach and clearly linear. As a companion to her original work you may want to read “The Way of
Prayer” by Fr. Gabriel of Mary Magdalene. This book is a commentary on St. Teresa’s work and pre-
sents it in an easily understood and organized way. The two go hand in hand.
It would be horribly remiss not to mention St. Teresa of Avila’s companion in the Carmelite reform,
St. John of the Cross, and spiritual director to her nuns. St. John of the Cross is not the easiest read,
but he is systematic. “The Living Flame of Love” is a commentary on a poem he wrote by the same
title, and was prepared for a lay woman of noble birth to whom he gave spiritual direction. “The
Living Flame of Love” is only available on Kindle, but it is included in the collected works volume,
which I would recommend as well. Having said all of that, Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalene
comes to our recuse with “Union With God” in order to tell us what St. John of the Cross meant.
“Union With God” is excellent” and offers another perspective on St. Teresa of Avila’s doctrine.
Perennials
LENT PREPARATION CHECKLIST
FASTING
Fasting consists of one normal meal and two smaller meals that, when combined, do not exceed the one normal meal. There is no
snacking between meals. Fasting is binding from adulthood (18) through age 59 (Can. §1252). Expectant mothers and the sick are
not bound to fast. When health or ability to work would be seriously affected, fasting is not required.
Fasting is obligatory on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. These days are also days of abstinence (Can. §1251; see below).
In addition to these days, I will fast on:
o All Wednesdays of Lent (the day the Lord was betrayed).
o All Fridays of Lent (the day of the Lord’s Passion).
o All Saturdays of Lent (the day the Lord passed in the tomb).
o Any combination of two or all three of these days during Lent.
o Ember Days: February 24th, 26th, and 27th (“Ember Days, of ancient origin, were days of fasting for the special sanctification
of the four seasons and for obtaining God’s blessing on the clergy.” Ember Fridays were days of fast and abstinence; Ember
Wednesdays and Saturdays were days of fast and partial abstinence (see below). –TAN Books)
ABSTINENCE
Abstinence is the elimination of all flesh meat, broths made from meat and meat by-products. It is not required that one eat fish on days
of abstinence, but it is permissible. Abstinence is binding from age 14 (formerly age seven) until death.
Abstinence is obligatory on Ash Wednesday and Fridays of Lent. Abstinence is also required on every non-Lenten Friday of
the year, except for solemnities (Can. §1251); however, the US bishops conference obtained permission from the Holy See for
Catholics in the US to substitute a penitential or charitable practice of their choosing on Fridays outside of Lent.
In addition to these days, I will abstain on:
o All Wednesdays of Lent.
o All Saturdays of Lent.
o All Wednesdays and Saturdays of Lent.
o I will practice partial abstinence on Wednesdays and Saturdays during Lent (see below).
o I will practice partial abstinence on all days of Lent except Fridays, in which full abstinence is required.
Fasting and “partial abstinence”, in which meat is permitted only at the main meal, is encouraged on all weekdays of Lent
(with full abstinence on Fridays). Fasting and full abstinence are specifically recommended on Holy Saturday, ending with
the Easter Vigil service.
Other forms of fasting may include abstaining from certain foods or drinks. Lent is also a good opportunity to research the
health benefits of “intermittent fasting” and perhaps incorporate this discipline in your lifestyle year-round.
Solemnities during Lent, such as Sundays, the Solemnity of St. Joseph, Souse of the Blessed Virgin Mary (March 19 th), and the
Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord (March 25 th) are not days of penance; as such, the penitential practices of fasting
and abstaining are not obligatory on these days.
PRAYER
Prayer “is nothing else than a close sharing between friends; it means taking time frequently to be alone with [Him Who] we know
loves us…one makes time for the Lord, with the firm determination not to give up, no matter what trials and dryness one may
encounter.” –St. Theresa of Avila
During the season of Lent I will:
o Attempt to attend Mass once or more during the week.
o Attempt to arrive at Mass 15 minutes early to pour out my heart to God and formulate my intention for the offering of that
Mass.
o I will stay five minutes after Mass to thank God for listening to my prayers and to focus on the localization (literally) of Jesus
now in my heart and to relish that Presence.
o Make at least one hour of Eucharistic Adoration each week.
o Prayerfully read the Scriptures for 15 minutes thrice a week (preferably every day).
o Pray one decade of the Rosary (preferably five) each day.
o Make a daily examination of conscience each day at noon and again in the evening before going to bed.
o Make a good confession.
o Commit to pray at the 40 Days for Life vigil at Blue Mountain Clinic (February 17th to March 28th).
ALMS
Sharing our treasure with those in need is a sign of fraternal charity and a work of justice. Almsgiving also helps to free ourselves
from our attachment to wealth and assists in correctly ordering our relationship with created goods.
o Make a contribution to local charity that brings direct relief to the poor (e.g. food bank).
o Do some spring cleaning and take extra clothing or household items to a thrift shop or, depending on the items, other center
of need (like Care Net).
o Support the efforts of the Knights of Columbus, who in turn support those in need.
The Corporal Works of Mercy: Feed the hungry; give drink to the thirsty; clothe the naked; shelter the homeless; visit the sick;
ransom the captive; bury the dead.
The Spiritual Works of Mercy: Instruct the ignorant; counsel the doubtful; admonish the sinner; bear wrongs patiently; forgive
offenses; comfort the afflicted; pray for the living and the dead.
Other things to do:
o Take part in a faith formation program (religious education, women’s group, men’s group, etc.).
o Turn off the television an hour (or half hour) before bed and do some spiritual reading.
o Read a book to help you learn more about the Catholic faith (a suggested reading list can be found in the narthex and on our
website).
o Log off social media and write small notes to those who might need a word of encouragement, especially those on our parish
prayer list published in the bulletin.
o Try to complain less and make fewer excuses.
o Rise 30 minutes earlier and love God with your mind by using that time for spiritual reading.
o Focus less on feeling welcome and seek ways to welcome others.
o Work on eradicating one fault and replace it with a virtue.
o Have a Mass offered for a deceased member of the parish who seems to have been forgotten.
o Plan ahead and resolve to attend all of the liturgies of the Sacred Triduum (Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and the Easter
Vigil).
The overall point of the season of Lent is not to do the “minimum” and plow through 40 days of meatless Fridays, but to deeply
examine our relationship with Christ. By using all the tools and treasures He has given the Church, we can better our intimacy with
Him and live His life with renewed commitment and purpose. The progress we make during Lent, with the help of God’s grace, is
meant to be something that becomes a permanent habit and a further transformation in Christ, in Whose image we have been
created.
Please use this guide prayerfully and only do what you reasonably believe you can do. Challenge yourself, but be humble and realistic;
do not let “holy” desire cause you to bite off more than you can chew and leave you disappointed. This is a guide only. The Lord is
pleased, very pleased, with small steps made with great love. After prayer and reflection, formulate your intentions for the season of
Lent and, then, entrust them—along with all of your interests and desires—to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God.
May God favor you with a blessed Lent.
Source: Fr. Kevin Christofferson; edits by St. John the Baptist. 2021.
HELP SAVE LIVES IN MISSOULA FROM
February 17th through March 28th
2021
Knowing that “with God, all things are possible,” people of faith and conscience
unite in 40 days of prayer and fasting. Christ told us some demons can only be
driven out by prayer and fasting. The two go hand in hand. Prayer keeps us rooted
in the fact that it is our desire to carry out God’s will. Fasting is a sacrifice that
helps us reach beyond our own limitations with God’s help.
Meet at the Public right-of-way outside of Blue Mountain Clinic, 610 North
California Street, Missoula
LEADER CONTACT INFO
Diane Rotering
406-274-3639
PLEASE VISIT: 40daysforlife.com/missoulaYou can also read
