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The Tau Humphrey, Nebraska - St. Francis of Assisi Parish
St. Francis of Assisi Parish
                                       Humphrey, Nebraska

                                                The Tau
                                        March 2021 Volume 13, Number 7

Dear Parishioners,

When compiling a list of potential vacation destinations, I don’t think many of us would rate “the middle
of the desert” near the top. After all, most of us don’t find searing daytime heat followed by chilling
nighttime cold to be the ideal vacation weather. Of course, if the weather in the desert doesn’t bother us, the
availability of food probably would. Who in their right mind would want to spend their vacation in the
desert?

The answer is, of course, Jesus Christ. Having just been baptized in the Jordan River by St. John the Baptist,
Jesus is now looking for a little time to rest and relax before beginning the three years of His public
ministry. So, where does Jesus go for His vacation? You guessed it - the desert to be tempted by the devil.

What I find curious, however, is that the devil tempts Jesus in the same way he tempts us. Recall the devil’s
first temptation of Jesus. The devil tempts Jesus to gluttony by challenging Him to change stones into bread.
Jesus responds to this temptation by quoting from the book of Deuteronomy, “Man does not live by bread
alone.”

This response is brilliant. You see, our passions are only a part of who we truly are; and a lesser part at that.
As lesser powers, these passions are designed to be ruled by the powers of reason and free will. Man’s
reason and free will are fed, not with bread alone, but, as the rest of the quote from Deuteronomy reads, “by
every word that comes from the mouth of God.” It should be clear, then, that the devil is tempting Jesus no
differently than he tempts each one of us. He wants us to exchange the lesser good of instant gratification
for the higher good of the Word of God.

But, how is Jesus able to resist this temptation so easily? Simple. He has perfected the practice of fasting.
Through the practice of fasting, Jesus is now liberated from one of the most powerful of all human passions;
the passion of hunger. Unencumbered by the demands of His emotions, Jesus is freer to pursue the true
good.

Next, the devil tempts Jesus with pride. This he does by mocking Jesus. “If you are the Son of God,” Satan
jeers, “throw yourself down from here. For it is written, ‘He will command His angels to guard you.’”
Notice how the devil quotes scripture to strengthen the power of his lie? Of course, a loose translation of
what is really said is, “I triple-dog dare you.” Of course, Jesus is not about to be goaded into a foolish
display of power. Rather, Jesus simply dismisses the devil saying, “You shall not put the Lord, your God,
to the test.”

After failing in his first two attempts, the devil brings out his sinister one. After all, the entirety of the human
race is now in the legitimate possession of the devil. Thus, when the devil offers the world and its kingdoms
to Jesus Christ, he is making an extremely cunning maneuver. He offers Jesus just what He came to earth
The Tau Humphrey, Nebraska - St. Francis of Assisi Parish
for; the liberation of His people. Most tempting of all, Jesus could win this liberation by avoiding the pains
of the cross.

But, think about it. If Jesus were to listen to Satan. He would be putting more trust in Satan’s promise than
in the Word of God. This is a problem because, as we all know, the devil is a liar. Even if Jesus takes that
quick and seductive path of avoiding the cross, the devil isn’t going to keep His promise. Yet, how often
do we seem to think he will? For, just like he did with Jesus, the devil wants us to choose the quick and easy
path that avoids suffering.

Of course, we are not as free as Jesus Christ. Thus, we focus on the disciplines of prayers, fasting and
almsgiving more deeply during Lent. We can focus more on prayer by going to daily Mass, even if only
occasionally, attending stations of the cross, reading one chapter of the gospel each day or even each week,
praying the rosary instead of listening to the radio while driving or simply saying extra prayers every day,
even something very simple like one Hail Mary. We can practice fasting by giving up some pleasure we
really enjoy like a food or drink or even something like the snooze button or a television program. We can
practice almsgiving by contributing to our favorite charity, giving more to the collection or helping a
relative, friend or neighbor with an anonymous gift.

What we do is not as important as doing something. For the only way we can allow Jesus into our hearts
is by making room for Him. Then, Jesus can free us from our disproportionate desire so that we can become
the people He is calling us to be.

In Christ,

Rev. Eric Olsen
March 2021
     Sun                   Mon                      Tue                  Wed                    Thu                    Fri                   Sat
                      1 *Dr. Seuss-Daisy      2                     3                      4                     5                     6
                      Head Mayzie Day         *Dr. Seuss-Happy      *Dr. Seuss-Hunches     *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-Mass            *State GB
                      *8 AM-HS/GS Mass        B-Day Dr. Seuss       in Bunches Day         *State GB             *State GB             *HS Robotics
                      *BB District Finals     *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-GS Mass          *Confession Gr. 3-6   *NO Bus Service       League Tournament
                      *Start of Spring        *BB District Finals   *FFA District Career   *8:30 AM-7 PM-        *7 PM-Stations of     *Speech @
                      Sports Practice                               Development Events     Adoration             the Cross &           St. Edward
                      *7 PM-8 PM-                                   @ CCC                                        Adoration
                      Confession in                                 *State GB
                      Church                                        *6:30 PM-PRE
                      *7 PM-Fr. Olsen
                      Speaker Series (alt.
                      btw HSF & LHF)

7                     8                       9                     10                     11                    12                    13
*Right-To-Life        *8 AM-HS/GS Mass        *8 AM-GS Mass         *7:30 AM-FFA           *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-Mass            *State BB
Breakfast After       *7 PM-8 PM-             *District Speech @    Meeting                *State BB             *NO School K-6        *Archdiocese
Mass                  Confession in           Newman Grove          *8 AM-GS Mass          *7:30 PM-Knights      *NO Bus Service       Catholic Relief
*7 PM-”Rosary for     Church                  *7 PM-School Board    *State BB              of Columbus           *End of 3rd Quarter   Services Collection
Peace” in Church      *7 PM-Fr. Olsen         Meeting               *6:30 PM-PRE           Meeting               *State BB             @ Mass
                      Speaker Series (alt.                                                 *8:30 AM-7 PM-        *7 PM-Stations of
                      btw HSF & LHF)                                                       Adoration             the Cross &
                                                                                                                 Adoration

14                    15                      16                    17                     18                    19                    20
*Daylight Savings     *Start of 4th Quarter   *8 AM-GS Mass         *HS Adopt-A-Child      *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-Mass            *500 Club Dinner &
Time Begins (Spring   *8 AM-HS/GS Mass        *7 PM-Finance         Day                    *8:30 AM-7 PM-        *Bank of the Valley   Entertainment
Forward)              *7 PM-8 PM-             Board Meeting in      *8 AM-GS Mass          Adoration             Deposit Day           *FFA Steak Feed &
*Archdiocese          Confession in           Rectory Meeting       *Freshmen Retreat                            *State Speech @       Silent Auction
Catholic Relief       Church                  Room                  *Red Cross Blood                             Kearney HS
Services Collection   *7 PM-Fr. Olsen                               Drive                                        *7 PM-Stations of
@ Mass                Speaker Series (alt.                          *6:30 PM-PRE                                 the Cross &
*7 PM-”Rosary for     btw HSF & LHF)                                                                             Adoration
Peace” in Church

21                    22                      23                    24                     25                    26                    27
*7 PM-”Rosary for     *8 AM-HS/GS Mass        *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-GS Mass          *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-Mass            *Alumni Basketball
Peace” in Church      *7 PM-8 PM-                                   *Juniors ACT in        *Junior Retreat       *GS Adopt-A-Child     Tournament
*Tuition Payments     Confession in                                 Parish Hall            (Tentative)           Day                   (Tentative)
Due                   Church                                        *1 PM-Dismissal        *8:30 AM-7 PM-        *Bank of the Valley
                      *7 PM-Fr. Olsen                               *6:30 PM-PRE           Adoration             Deposit Day
                      Speaker Series (alt.                                                                       *7 PM-Stations of
                      btw HSF & LHF)                                                                             the Cross &
                                                                                                                 Adoration

28                    29                      30                    31
*7 PM-”Rosary for     *8 AM-GS/HS Mass        *8 AM-GS Mass         *8 AM-GS Mass
Peace” in Church      *7 PM-8 PM-             *12:30 PM-TR @        *8 AM-3 PM-Conf.
                      Confession in           Stanton               Music Contest @
                      Church                                        Greeley
                      *7 PM-Fr. Olsen                               *9 AM-TR @
                      Speaker Series (alt.                          Osceola
                      btw HSF & LHF)                                *6:30 PM-PRE
Sunday                 Monday              Tuesday              Wednesday           Thursday                  Friday               Saturday

     March 2021
                       1                    2                    3                   4                      5                      6

                       8am +Jim McDermott   8am Dick & Evelyn    8am L/D +Ludwig &   8am +Kenny Bender      8am Souls of the       5:30pm +Luke &
                                            Hemmer Family        +Viola Wemhoff      (A)                    faithfully departed    +Arlene Weidner
                                                                 Family                                                            Family

7                      8                    9                    10                  11                                            13

10am For the People    8am L/D +Ken &       8am +Theodora Brau   8am +Beverly Ann    8am +Jim McDermott     8am L/D +Jim &         5:30pm L/D Paul &
of the Cluster         Dorothy Pfeifer                           Walding                                    +Kathaleen             Bonnie Ramaekers
Parishes               Family                                                                               Frauendorfer Family    Family

14                     15                   16                   17                  18                     19                     20

10am +Roberta          8am L/D Bob &        8am +JoAnn Veik      8am L/D +Ferd &     8am +Maurice Wieser    8am L/D Kent &         5:30pm +Kenny
Buresh (A) &           +Donna Zach Family                        +Agnes Weidner                             Carolyn Korth Family   Bender
Dick & Sally Classen                                             Family

21                     22                   23                   24                  25                     26                     27

10am +Ludwig &         8am +Gerard          8am +Richard Haiar   8am Mass of         8am L/D +Dale & Nell   8am +Jeanie Engel      5:30pm +Kerry Korth
+Viola Wemhoff         Wemhoff                                   Thanksgiving &      Schumacher Family      (BD)
                                                                 +Dan Eisenmenger

28                     29                   30                   31

10am L/D +Ludwig &     8am +Mary Pfeifer    8am L/D Paul &       8am +Germaine
+Viola Wemhoff                              Bonnie Ramaekers     Albracht
Family                                      Family
Sunday             Monday               Tuesday               Wednesday             Thursday           Friday             Saturday

     March 2021
     St. Francis of Assisi Parish Birthdays
                   1                    2                     3                     4                 5                   6
                   Sherry Bender        Shari Haiar           Amanda Frauendorfer   Larry Korth       Judy Babel          Chad Harper
                   Chris Noonan         Grant Keller          Ryan Goetsch          Shae Wemhoff      Mary Classen        Avery Westring
                   Kylee Wessel         Jenna Olmer           Corrine Haiar                           Bob Hastreiter      Noah Wieseler
                                        Baylor Ramaekers      Cheryl Hastreiter                       Vern Hunsley
                                        Luke Wieseler         Haley Schrage                           Ryan Preister
                                                              Glenn Ternus                            Jack Werner

7                  8                    9                     10                    11                12                  13
Laura Brandl       Kaelyn Eisenmenger   Catherine Goering     Rita Baumgart         Cassie Krings     Mary Olmer          Jerome Foltz
Amy Brockhaus      Paula Kosch          Jim Herchenbach       Rhonin Heinen         Allan Pfeifer     Bob Preister
Kim Jarosz                              Adalyn Wemhoff        Ken McGill                              MarryRita Wegener
Ted Wegener                             Beverly Zach          Glen Preister

14                 15                   16                    17                    18                19                  20
                   Bill Preister        Larry Preister        Lavonne Dohmen        Kenley Pospisil   Kellan Mundil       Lisa Classen
                   Dave Krings          Megan Preister        Julie Krings          Monica Veik                           Hattie Lindsley
                   Sharlene Hamling                           Lexi Morfeld          Jordan Wegener
                   Ann Sand                                   Schuyler Wegener
                   Isabella Tasa
                   Katie Zach

21                 22                   23                    24                    25                26                  27
Joe Hubenka        Taysen Eisenmenger   Ginny Fehringer       Tim Brandl            Britney Foltz     Darla Eisenmenger   Jim Gronenthal Sr.
Cayley Killham                          Betty Sueper          Chris Greisen         Keith Ternus                          Kaygen Pospisil
                                                              Marvin Hemmer
                                                              Delores Krings

28                 29                   30                    31
Jordan Bender      Mary Preister        Jessica Anderson      Marlene McDermott
Joe Eisenmenger    Meg Wegener          Erik Baumgart         Tucker Czarnick
                                        Cooper Frauendorfer
                                        Mary Anne Haschke
BWN Committee Meeting Minutes
                                 February 3, 2021
                                7:00 PM in Rectory

 I.    Prayer: Missy Braun opened the meeting with prayer at 7:05 PM.

II.    Roll Call: Present were Missy Braun, Beverly Zach, Crystal Harper, and Danielle
       Bender. Absent were Jarod/Keisha Podliska, Dan Fehringer, Sam/Emily Zach,
       Andy/Alison Reigle, and Tyler/Marie Larson.

III.   2020 Wrap-Up
           The event financial report was looked over and discussed. Our net income
             was $56,791.53.
             The meals as a take-out went very well. We received a lot of positive
              feedback on the meal and that it was still hot. Filling boxes as people came
              to pick up meals worked better at keeping food hot and fresh verses
              pre-packaging them. We discussed allowing this to happen in the future, as
              we did get some new tickets purchased with to-go meals. There were only
              a couple minor problems we need to address for the future; one being there
              is no delivery.
             A lot of people were very happy to get the bottle of wine, as they didn’t
              expect that. It was a nice ‘gift’.
             The online auction went very well for the first year. We encountered a few
              minor issues but overall were very happy with the auction. We were very
              thankful to Lori Wegener and Michael Wegener Implement for the software
              program and assistance in the online auction.
             After the event, one bigger problem was that people thought, when the night
              was over, it automatically charged their registered credit card for purchases.
              Several buyers had outstanding bills and we had to contact them to get
              payment. Now that we know how this works, we can include this in the
              information we share before the event.
             Overall, positive feedback on the online auction. We wouldn’t need to open
              the auction a week before, maybe just a couple days before. However, we
              thought being able to see the auction items before bidding opened was
              helpful.
             It was suggested we needed more auction items. We were a little hesitant
              this year with it being online, but we could have had more items. We didn’t
have a lot of smaller items/baskets, so, once the price was too high, it took
                away some bidders that still wanted to support the event.
               The mystery box was a huge hit. Many board members were asked what
                was in the winning box. This year it contained a wallet with cash and lottery
                tickets. Next year we will consider doing both a male and female box. We
                could also look at the mystery box and add to its value once it hits certain
                bid increments (i.e. $500 add, $750 add, or $1,000 add).
               Still some concern about the Wi-Fi in the Community Center. Katie Krings
                had told Missy Braun we could get the guest password so people can place
                bids while at their tables.
               There was some disappointment in the alumni activity with the event. We
                may need to do a better job of soliciting them as both donors and bidders.
               Committee members are already beginning to look for auction items for
                2021.

IV.      Board Members
            This was Tim and Beverly Zach’s last year. We thank them for their service.

               We discussed a couple replacements and will reach out to them. Next year
                several members will be going off, so, if couples are interested in joining, it
                is a three-year term and we really appreciate the help. If you are interested
                in joining our committee, reach out to a current board member or Missy
                Braun at the parish office.

      Closing Prayer: Missy Braun closed with prayer.

      Missy Braun, Secretary
Blue White Night Results 2006‐2018
Year Income      Expense       Profit   Gain    Donations   Auct/Raff    Tickets    Ticket Divots (meal, bar, hall rent) $ Each
                                        Over prev.
2006   $25,690.00 $12,187.61 $13,502.39 NA            $7,600.00   $8,135.00   $9,955.00    171                     $6,870.66 $40.18

2007   $51,426.00 $20,087.95 $31,338.05    $17,835.66 $16,890.00 $21,936.00 $12,600.00 200                         $8,905.76 $44.53

2008   $57,757.54 $17,162.46 $40,595.08     $9,257.03 $17,175.44 $27,507.10 $13,075.00 220                         $9,441.05 $42.91

2009   $66,849.00 $19,802.05 $47,046.95     $6,451.87 $11,875.00 $40,099.00 $14,875.00 239                        $12,702.88 $53.15

2010   $68,231.00 $17,619.90 $50,611.10     $3,564.05 $14,921.00 $39,735.00 $13,575.00 197                         $8,423.61 $42.76

2011   $66,719.00 $25,297.94 $41,421.06    $15,247.00 $34,747.00 $16,725.00 248                        $12,779.25 $51.52

2012   $78,020.50 $25,043.32 $52,977.18    $11,556.12 $21,167.00 $40,488.50 $16,365.00 255                        $13,236.58 $51.90

2013   $70,740.42 $19,027.38 $51,713.04    $12,664.42 $40,231.00 $17,845.00 252                        $12,996.65 $51.58

2014   $90,082.56 $23,551.46 $66,531.10    $14,818.06 $17,940.00 $54,402.56 $17,740.00 248                        $16,188.47 $65.81

2015   $96,573.98 $21,082.24 $75,491.74     $8,960.64 $21,632.00 $53,953.98 $20,888.00 278                        $13,160.25 $46.49

2016   $85,605.64 $23,046.84 $62,558.80  $15,580.00 $50,365.64 $19,825.00 275                         $15,454.40 $56.20

2017 $101,201.02 $20,838.78 $80,362.24     $17,003.56 $16,413.00 $66,533.02 $18,255.00 254                        $13,024.13 $51.28

2018   $94,660.69 $21,909.46 $72,751.23    $17,680.00 $56,328.24 $17,777.45 243                        $12,176.35 $50.11

2019   $81,730.24 $18,353.18 $63,377.06    $16,858.00 $50,152.24 $14,720.00 211                        $10,648.57 $50.47

2020   $68,730.00 $11,938.47 $56,791.53    $21,989.00 $30,351.00 $16,390.00 226                         $7,552.10 $27.45
St. Francis of Assisi School Board Minutes
                                       February 4, 2021

The St. Francis school board met on Thursday, February 4, 2021, in the St. Francis rectory.
Members present were Fr. Eric Olsen, Mrs. Jennifer Dunn, Todd Preister, Lisa Geilenkirchen,
Brandon Morfeld, Lindsey Kosch, Brenda Foltz and Ethan Bruland.

The opening prayer was led by Lisa Geilenkirchen.

There were no guests attending.

The January minutes were approved.

MONTHLY REPORTS:

School:

Humphrey and Lindsay Catholic school students attended a March for Life in Norfolk, NE. These
students from both schools traveled together. There has been a lot of positive feedback, and we
hope to participate again in the future. Mrs. Dunn and Mr. Bishop helped organize this, and it was
great to see the 7 – 12 grade students come together for a great cause.

Catholic Schools Week began with rolls and reading of Bible stories with Bible buddies on
Monday. Tuesday, the high school traveled to Holy Family and Holy Family elementary traveled
to St. Francis for a prayer service focusing on the Presentation of the Lord. Wednesday was student
appreciation day, and each student was able to win prizes and enjoy some ice cream and cookie
bar. Thursday was a snow day and Friday there was a K-12 free throw contest.

NSAA sports post season guidelines have no major changes. Capacity is still at 50% of that specific
location.

Tim Hassenstab and A&H donated $5,000 to the school and thanked the administration and staff
for all they do for the community. We, as a parish and school, greatly appreciate their generosity.

Parent/teacher conferences are being held the 2nd week of February. Prom is still a go at the
moment, and CDC guidelines will be addressed as they change.

Humphrey St. Francis has possible teacher positions available in the upper elementary and is
advertising for a 7-12 Religion teacher.

Finances:

No major finance changes in the last month. The school did apply for the second round of the PPP
loan.
President’s Comments:

Fr. Olsen was very edified through Catholic Schools Week and the March for Life with the schools
interacting together.

Adoration has been a great experience with students, and Fr. believes this practice will impact their
Catholic lives for years to come.

It was also mentioned to bring in seminarians to speak to our students. It has a great future impact
seeing what a Catholic education can turn into.

January Business:

High school classes are looking for alternative fundraisers outside of the regular Sunday morning
breakfasts. Due to Covid our options are limited, so any input would be helpful. Prom and
graduation costs will not be any lower than prior years; therefore these fundraisers are essential
for the junior and senior classes particularly. Expenses usually run around $60 per student for prom
alone.

We discussed the school website and what we can do to regularly maintain the site. Teacher bios
and visuals of our students are key.

The next meeting will be held on March 9, 2021, at 7 PM.

The closing prayer was led by Todd Preister.

Ethan Bruland, Secretary
St. Francis of Assisi Parish
                                  Finance Board Meeting Minutes
                                          February 16, 2021

The meeting of the finance board opened with prayer led by Fr. Olsen at 7:04 PM on Tuesday,
February 16, 2021. Vice President, Kevin Small, called the meeting to order.

Those present were Fr. Olsen, Duane Kosch, Ashley Krings, Lisa Krings, Todd Preister, Paul
Ramaekers, Kevin Small, Tim Werner and Carol Wemhoff. Dan Fehringer and Bryan Reichmuth
were excused.

Financials

The financial reports for January 2021 were reviewed, discussed and approved.

Pastor’s Comments

Fr. Olsen presented the board with a detailed income and expense proposed budget report for
2021-2022. A lengthy discussion was held on staff benefits and wages. It was the consensus to approve
a 3% wage increase for staff for the upcoming fiscal year. Benefit costs continually increase year after
year. Providing solutions to balance the budget remains a constant struggle and concern.

Additionally, it was approved to increase the 2021-2022 tuition for Kindergarten to $1,975 which is
still lower than the cost for the pre-school program tuition. All other grades will not have any increase
for 2021-2022.

Fr. Olsen thanked the board for their input and thought process in making these decisions for the school
and the parish.

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at 7:00 PM.

The meeting closed with a prayer and blessing led by Fr. Olsen at 8:55 PM.

Respectfully Submitted, Carol Wemhoff, Secretary
Right to Life Breakfast
         A free will donation is asked for the breakfast,
          scheduled after the 10 AM Mass on March 7,
               held in the St. Francis parish hall.

      Donations of rolls, eggs and help would be much appreciated.
         Contact Karen Sueper @ 402-920-3344 if you can help.

                               STATIONS OF THE CROSS/ADORATION
                                 @ 7 PM ON FRIDAYS DURING LENT
                                 ST. FRANCIS CHURCH, HUMPHREY
                                & HOLY FAMILY CHURCH, LINDSAY:
                          We will begin with Exposition of the Eucharist and
                           follow with Adoration during the Stations of the
                          Cross, then following with Benediction and Closing.
                                       All are invited to join us!

                                       Join Us For Adoration Every Thursday
                                                from 8 AM to 7 PM

                                   “Just as you cannot be exposed to the sun without
                                    receiving its rays, neither can you come to Jesus
                                       exposed in the Blessed Sacrament without
RECEIVE THE SACRAMENT OF                 receiving the divine rays of His Grace,
 CONFESSION EVERY WEEK                             His Love, His Peace.”
                                                       - Pope Paul VI
   AS YOU PREPARE FOR
     EASTER SUNDAY!               Adoration is a silent time for you to have some time
                                    along with Jesus to recite your favorite prayers,
  St. Francis Church, Humphrey       read the bible, contemplate acts of faith, hope,
                                   charity, thanksgiving or reparation, or do whatever
       Mondays—7 PM‐8 PM            type of prayerful devotion that suits you
                                  before our Lord. You can sit quietly and say
  Holy Family Church, Lindsay     nothing, just keeping Him company like you
                                      would with a dear friend. Stay for one
     Tuesdays—7 PM‐8 PM                   minute or for the entire hour.
                                          Feel His love and His peace!
Liturgical Ministers for March 2021-April 2021
               Thank you for your ministry to your parish !! It is truly stewardship in action when we have all of the ministries filled at all the Masses!
      We ask that you mark your calendars and if you cannot be present to fulfill your obligation, that you trade with someone on the list, or find a replacement.
  Weekend                      Lectors                      Servers                       E.M.H.C.                        Greeters                       Offertory

  Saturday              Ken Classen                   Mason Geilenkirchen            Deacon Kent Sachau             Tim & Beverly Zach             Scott & Tanya Babel
 March 6, 2021                                        Gavin Geilenkirchen            Jayne Ternus
   5:30 PM
   Sunday               Ron Denkinger                 Schuyler Heesacker             Deacon Tim Howard              Jim & Lisa Classen             Bob & Shari Haiar
 March 7, 2021                                        Jett Reichmuth                 Steve Wieser
   10 AM
  Saturday              Jennifer Dunn                 Jacob Keller                   Deacon Tim Howard              Lynn Teply                     Roger & Rita Baumgart
March 13, 2021                                        Carter Howard                  Missy Braun                    Betty Brockhaus
  5:30 PM
   Sunday               Gina Eisenmenger              Noah Wieseler                  Deacon Kent Sachau             Pat & Melissa Duesman          Ken & Diane McGill
March 14, 2021                                        Ethan Wieseler                 Karen Wieser
   10 AM
  Saturday              Jodie Eisenmenger             Jocelyn Classen                Deacon Kent Sachau             Dean & Ann Preister            Kevin & Linda Bender
March 20, 2021                                        Emerson Krings                 Haley Schrage
  5:30 PM
   Sunday               Ginny Fehringer               Phillip Keller                 Deacon Dennis                  Joe & Lori Classen             Jim & Michelle
March 21, 2021                                        Dominick Preister              Anderson                                                      Wegener
   10 AM                                                                             Dean Korus
   Saturday             Paul Eisenmenger              Tucker Czarnick                Deacon Tim Howard              Jerry & Jane Sander            Jim & Lisa Classen
Palm Sunday Eve                                       Eli McPhillips                 Linda Ternus
 March 27, 2021
    5:30 PM
 Palm Sunday            Miles Foltz                   Wyatt Brandl                   Deacon Kent Sachau             Mary Helen Fuchs               Jack & Cindy Boesch
March 28, 2021                                        Jaiden Anderson                Elaine Gilsdorf                Laurie Eisenmenger
    10 AM
Liturgical Ministers for March 2021-April 2021
                  Thank you for your ministry to your parish !! It is truly stewardship in action when we have all of the ministries filled at all the Masses!
         We ask that you mark your calendars and if you cannot be present to fulfill your obligation, that you trade with someone on the list, or find a replacement.
   Weekend                        Lectors                      Servers                       E.M.H.C.                        Greeters                       Offertory

  Holy Thursday            Sharlene Hamling              Gage Braun                     Deacon Kent Sachau
  April 1, 2021                                          Eli McPhillips                 Deacon Tim Howard
      7 PM                                               Mason Geilenkirchen
                                                         TBD
   Good Friday-                                          Jaiden Anderson
Stations of the Cross                                    Ty Classen
    April 2, 2021
       3 PM
   Good Friday-            Bob Haiar                     Emerson Krings                 Deacon Dennis
  Lord’s Passion           TBD                           Tyson Wietfeld                 Anderson
   April 2, 2021                                                                        Russ Wilshusen
      7 PM
   Easter Sunday           Larry Korth                   (Need 2)                       (Need 2)                       (Need 2)                       (Need 2)
   April 4, 2021                                         Volunteers-sign-up             Volunteers-sign-up             Volunteers-sign-up             Volunteers-sign-up
       8 AM                                              sheet                          sheet                          sheet                          sheet
   Easter Sunday           (Need 1)                      (Need 2)                       (Need 2)                       (Need 2)                       (Need 2)
   April 4, 2021           Volunteer-sign-up sheet       Volunteers-sign-up             Volunteers-sign-up             Volunteers-sign-up             Volunteers-sign-up
      10 AM                                              sheet                          sheet                          sheet                          sheet
     Saturday              Rita Keller                   Gavin Geilenkirchen            Deacon Tim Howard              Jim & Marcia Schrant           Bill & Mary Ann Babel
   April 10, 2021                                        Mason Geilenkirchen            Jodie Eisenmenger
     5:30 PM
     Sunday                Larry Korth                   Ellie Morfeld                  Deacon Kent Sachau             Ken & Jane Backes              Glenn & DeAnna
   April 11, 2021                                        Jett Dunn                      Ryan Goetsch                                                  Heinen
      10 AM
     Saturday              Dave Krings                   Jacob Keller                   P-Deacon Kent Sachau           Chris & Amy Slama              Tim & Anita Brandl
   April 17, 2021                                        Phillip Keller                 Dustin Ternus
     5:30 PM
Liturgical Ministers for March 2021-April 2021
                  Thank you for your ministry to your parish !! It is truly stewardship in action when we have all of the ministries filled at all the Masses!
         We ask that you mark your calendars and if you cannot be present to fulfill your obligation, that you trade with someone on the list, or find a replacement.
    Weekend                       Lectors                      Servers                       E.M.H.C.                        Greeters                       Offertory

     Sunday                Gene McPhillips               Dominick Preister              P-Deacon Tim Howard            Dan & Ginny Fehringer          Mark & Jeanne
   April 18, 2021                                        Schuyler Heesacker             Jordan Bender                                                 Brockhaus
      10 AM
Sunday-First Communion     Celie Anderson                Wyatt Brandl                   Deacon John Small
   April 18, 2021                                        Emerson Krings                 Deacon Dennis Anderson
       1 PM
     Saturday              Dave Noonan                   Noah Wieseler                  Deacon Kent Sachau             Francis & Connie               Spencer & Brandi
   April 24, 2021                                        Ethan Wieseler                 Jarod Podliska                 Jaixen                         Eisenmenger
     5:30 PM
     Sunday                Bruce Pfeifer                 Eli McPhillips                 Deacon Dennis                  Ryan & Karla Zach              Allen & Cheryl German
   April 25, 2021                                        Tyson Wietfeld                 Anderson
      10 AM                                                                             Dan Fehringer

                                                               February 2021 - 500 Club Winners:

                                                          2/07/2021         #255       Sam & Emily Zach
                                                          2/14/2021         #20        Tom & Sandy Preister
                                                          2/21/2021         #38        Dan & Lois Thalken
                                                          2/28/2021         #197       Deloris Herchenbach

                                                      Congratulations and thank you for your support!
Congratulations to the February 2021 Prize‐A‐Day Calendar Winners!

Cal. Date    Event           Amount   Calendar #   Winner                                    City            State

  2/01      Weekday             $50     165        Junior & Helen Weidner                    Humphrey         NE
  2/02      Weekday             $50     505        Cori Fullner                              Columbus         NE
  2/03      Weekday             $50    1085        Terry Wemhoff                              Humphrey         NE
  2/04      Weekday             $50     219        Kim & Jeremy Dorn                         Springfield       NE
  2/05      First Friday        $75     220        Valarie Holdcro                           LaVista          NE
  2/06      Fr. Olsen’s BD     $100    308         Pam Wemhoff                                Humphrey         NE
  2/07      Sunday              $75     890        Caleb Killham                             Humphrey         NE
  2/08      Weekday             $50     219        Kim & Jeremy Dorn                         Springfield       NE
  2/09      Weekday             $50     363        Dave & Lois Kosch                         Bellevue         NE
  2/10      Weekday             $50    1134        Dave & Diane Noonan                       Humphrey         NE
  2/11      Weekday             $50     330        Jonathan & Erika McKenzie                 Norfolk          NE
  2/12      Weekday             $50    1161        Andy & Holly Ternus                       Blair            NE
  2/13      Weekday             $50     429        Francis & Connie Jaixen                   Humphrey         NE
  2/14      Sunday              $75     235        Terry & Melanie Murphy                    Omaha            NE
  2/15      Weekday             $50     831        Carter, Tanner & Jacob Classen            Humphrey         NE
  2/16      Weekday             $50    1060        Chase Eisenmenger                         Humphrey         NE
  2/17      Ash Wednesday      $200     714        Sco & Gina Weidner                        Creston          NE
  2/18      Weekday             $50     830        Carter, Tanner & Jacob Classen            Humphrey         NE
  2/19      Weekday             $50       1        Fay Keller                                Columbus         NE
  2/20      Weekday             $50     426        Francis & Connie Jaixen                   Humphrey         NE
  2/21      Sunday              $75    1143        Dean & Rachel Backes                      Overland Park    KS
  2/22      Weekday             $50    1128        Fr. Eric Olsen                            Humphrey         NE
  2/23      Weekday             $50    1101        Dave & Julie Krings                       Humphrey         NE
  2/24      Weekday             $50     444        Larry & Cathy Mohlman                     Lincoln          NE
  2/25      Weekday             $50     889        Shawn & Nicole Killham                    Humphrey         NE
  2/26      Weekday             $50    1035        Barre , Dakota, Benelli, Riggins Svitak   Leigh            NE
  2/27      Weekday             $50      75        Rich Bender                               Humphrey         NE
  2/28      Sunday              $75     993        Mikaela Classen                           Columbus         NE

                                         Thank you for your support!
OUR SANCTUARY LAMP in the                                 OUR SANCTUARY LAMP by the statue of
               EUCHARISTIC CHAPEL                                             ST. PEREGRINE
                  burns in the month of                                         burns in the month of
                       March 2021                                                      March 2021
    by the request of and for the intentions of                    by the request of and for the intentions of
          in memory of +Kenny Bender                                       Andy & Lisa Krings Family
in grateful recognition of Our Lord’s Sacramental              in gratitude for the intercession of St. Peregrine,
 Presence in the tabernacle of our prayer chapel.            and asking God to give his healing grace to all those
                                                                            who suffer from cancer.

           OUR SANCTUARY LAMP in the                                    OUR SANCTUARY LAMP in the
               CHURCH SANCTUARY                                              HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL
                  burns in the month of                                        burns in the month of
                       March 2021                                                   March 2021
    by the request of and for the intentions of                    by the request of and for the intentions of
               Dick & Sally Classen                                         Paul Beiermann Family
           in memory of +Lenny Fuchs                          in grateful recognition of Our Lord’s Sacramental
in grateful recognition of Our Lord’s Sacramental               Presence in the tabernacle of the Chapel where
     Presence in the tabernacle of our Church.                                 our student pray.

        This March Issue of the Tau is sponsored in memory of +Kenny Bender. Thank you!

     The deadline for putting anything in the Tau is the 20th of the month. If you are interested in
     sponsoring the Tau or any of the Sanctuary Candles, please contact Karen in the parish office.
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