St. Patrick St. Mark St. Mary St. Joseph Sacred Heart 708 Delaware 203 S Locust 314 W Mission 330 1st St SW 306 White Colesburg, IA 52035 PO Box 365 PO Box 437 PO Box 626 PO Box 135 PO Box 365 Edgewood, Strawberry Pt, Elkader, Volga, Edgewood IA 52042 IA 52076 IA 52043 IA 52077 IA 52042 563-928-7200 563-933-6166 563-245-2548 563-928-7200 563-928-7200

May 10, 2020 ~ Fifth Sunday of Easter

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Prelude Sing of Mary

PLEADING SAVIOR; Roland Palmer

INTRODUCTORY RITES ENTRANCE PROCESSION Sing a New Song

Dan Schutte

Gloria Mass of Christ the Savior Dan Schutte

Opening Prayer

LITURGY OF THE WORD First Reading Acts 6:1-7

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 Psalm 118: This Is the Day

Michael Joncas

Second Reading 1 Peter 2:4-9

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Respond & Acclaim Owen Alstott

Gospel Reading John 14:1-12

Homily Fr. John Haugen

General Intercessions

W!"#$%!: &&&.'$"()*%+)%-/;$+.+/< E-<)$;: =">072#!+@=">)(+-./(? 2

W!"#$%!: &&&.'$"()*%+)%-/;$+.+/< E-<)$;: =">072#!+@=">)(+-./(? 3

Copyright Acknowledgements Sing of Mary: Text: Roland F. Palmer, 1891-1985, © The Parish of St. John the Evangelist, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. All Rights Reserved. Music: Christian Lyre, 1830. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. Sing a New Song: Text: Based on Psalm 98:1, 4–6. Text and music © 1972, 2008, OCP. All rights reserved. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. Mass of Christ the Savior: Text © 1969, 1981, 1997, ICEL. All rights reserved. Music © 2007, 2009, Daniel L. Schutte. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. Psalm 118: This Is the Day: Text: Psalm 118:1–2, 16–17, 22–23. Refrain text © 1969, 1981, ICEL. All rights reserved. Verses based on the New American Bible; Michael Joncas. Music and verses text © 1981, 1982, 1988, The Jan Michael Joncas Trust. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. Respond & Acclaim: Text & Music: Owen Alstott, © 1977, 1990, OCP. All Rights Reserved. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled: Text: John 14:1-3, 6-7, 10-14. Music: David Haas, b.1957, © 1995, GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. We Have Been Told: Text & Music: David Haas, b.1957, © 1983, GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030. Join in the Dance: Text & Music: Daniel L. Schutte, © 1991, OCP. All rights reserved. Reprinted under ONE LICENSE #A-626030.

LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST Preparation of Gifts Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled David Haas

Eucharistic Acclamations Mass of Christ the Savior Dan Schutte

Communion We Have Been Told David Haas

CLOSING RITES Blessing

Sending Forth Join in the Dance Dan Schutte

Farming and Faith—Hopefully you’ve been attentive to the intercessions each week when we “gather” for Mass. In addition to praying for the medical

folks and supply people, the sick and the hospitalized, we have been praying for all who are in danger of losing their livelihood and dignity due to crushing financial issues. Not only do we pray for shorter term solutions but also to learn and maybe reorganize our supply chains in the future. It is heartbreaking not being able to get livestock to market while there are shortages on shelves in other places. And stories and photos of milk being dumped while cheese is being trucked across country to be sold in Wisconsin. We pray the intercession of St. Isadore for guidance, protection and solid solutions in this time of crisis.

Join the Novena to St. Isidore, hosted by Catholic Rural Life. It is being held from Thursday, May 7, through Friday, May 15, the Feast of St. Isidore. Feel free to join now even if you missed the first couple of days. VIDEO ROSARY HOLY HOUR—In conjunction with the Rosary Warriors, each parish will host a Holy Hour with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Days for Rosary are: ○ Monday—Sacred Heart ○ Tuesday—Saint Patrick ○ Wednesday—Saint Mark ○ Thursday—Saint Mary ○ Friday—Saint Joseph See www.vibrantcatholic.com Our Sympathy and Prayers to~ w Julie and Rick Dengler on the death of

Julie’s mother, Jacqueline (Jackie) Reiter, who passed away on April 30, in Grundy Center, Iowa.

Radio Sponsorships—The Emmaus Pastorate broadcasts Mass on KOEL AM and KMCH FM each Sunday. If you would like to sponsor a broadcast in memory of or in honor of a loved one, please contact the Pastorate office (563-928-7200). Radio Mass time is 11:00 a.m. Stewardship—“Those who have faith in Me will do the works I do, and far greater than these,” Jesus tells His disciples. That’s quite an assignment for us as Christian stewards!

Salt for the Week “In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If there were not, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you?” These powerfully comforting words are often chosen as one of the readings for a funeral. Indeed, this personal approach

is very attractive… but there is something we might miss along the way.

As we heard in last week’s gospel about the sheep recognizing the voice of the shepherd, Christ certainly calls each of us and prepares a place for us—but that place is in communion with the Father and with other believers. We might get the impression that Jesus gets me my own cabin all to myself, and nothing could be farther from the truth. We must decide if we’re to be in the Father’s house in the first place! Our fundamental option in life is either “for” Christ or not. At times, faith has been presented in such a “me and Jesus” manner as to exclude the rest of those He came to save. There are many dwelling places in the Father’s house. This is about relationship, about community, ultimately it is the Body of Christ—for which there is never just “one” member.

Times such as these can cause us to go inward, take care of me and my concerns, and develop a very private, individualistic understanding of faith. Yet the first reading from Acts 6:1-7 demonstrates that what attracted people to the early Church was how they cared for the poor and vulnerable. The disciples were creating disciples by BEING disciples. What am I doing to build up the Body of Christ these days?

We are EASTER people and ALLELUIA is our song!

Points to Ponder… 1. Do I believe Jesus has prepared a place

for me? 2. What are ways in which I isolate and “go

inward”? 3. How do I look to Jesus as the “way, the

truth and the life?” 4. What current challenges are stressing me

and my faith? 5. How am I being called to grow out of

darkness into the wonderful light of Christ?

W!"#$%!: &&&.'$"()*%+)%-/;$+.+/< E-<)$;: =">072#!+@=">)(+-./(? 4

W!"#$%!: &&&.'$"()*%+)%-/;$+.+/< E-<)$;: =">072#!+@=">)(+-./(? 5

Faith vs. Fear—We are now experiencing the highest number of Covid-19 cases since it started in Iowa. The businesses are opening up and the trees and flowers are beginning to blossom. We are living

through an unusual time. Are you looking for something different to do?

Father John suggests that this is a good time to read the Book of Job. This book belongs in a grouping called wisdom literature. The Book of Job differs from other books of the Bible in its attention to daily struggles of ordinary human life. Life’s challenges give rise to reflection. Job is merely going on with his daily life when disaster overtakes him and these events lead him to reflect on his faith.

We will be offering a discussion group on the Book of Job starting Thursday, May 22, at 4:00 p.m. using Zoom. The class is one hour for three Thursdays. You will receive takeaways and discussion questions each week. You can put your supper in the oven and it will be ready when we finish at 5:00. Contact Fran Zichal to register (563-880-0873; frances.zichal@gmail.com)

FROM YOUR MOUTH TO GOD’S EARS Even COVID-19 cannot get in the way of the Holy Spirit! This year the Archdiocese of Dubuque will be blessed by the ordination to the priesthood of three

candidates and four will be ordained to the transitional deaconate. Please remember them especially on these dates:

Priesthood Deacon Sean Smith–—May 9 Deacon Joseph Sevcik—May 23 Deacon Nick Radloff—May 23 Transitional Deaconate-(to be ordained priests next year) Mr. Jake Dunne—May 19 Mr. Kyle Tietz—May 20 Mr. Eric Zenisek—May 21 Mr. Martin Coolidge—May 22

May more young people open their hearts and lives to religious life, priesthood and the permanent diaconate. Saint Raphael our archdiocesan patron, Pray for Us! (Due to COVID-19, all ordinations will be live-streamed. Check out Archdiocese of Dubuque www.dbqarch.org

May is the month of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The American bishops renewed the Consecration of the United States to Mary on May 1. During this month of May, we continue to pray to Mary to ask that she intercede with her Son for all those who are affected in any way by this pandemic. Special prayers for the month

of May are available on our website.

A Mother’s Day Prayer I thank you, Creator of us all,

for my mother. I thank you that she gave me life and

nurtured me all those years. She gave me my faith, helping me to

know you and to honor Jesus and His ways.

She taught me how to love and how to sacrifice for others.

She taught me that it was okay to cry and that I should always

tell the truth. Bless her with the graces she needs and

which you want to give her today. Help her to feel precious in your eyes

today and to know that I love her. Give her strength and courage,

compassion and peace. Bless her this day with your love.

Amen.

Mother’s Day Greetings to all Mothers of the Emmaus Pastorate from the Pastorate Knights of Columbus—Traditionally the Knights of Columbus Council #2209 at St. Joseph and Sacred Heart

Parishes have honored our mothers by giving each mother a flower after Mass on Mother ’s Day. Since our Mass is celebrated on-line with no congregation in Church due to the Coronavirus pandemic restrictions, we cannot honor this tradition this year. Be assured that the Knights of Columbus wish to remember and honor ALL mothers who are part of the Emmaus Pastorate and thank you for all you do supporting our Parishes.

St. Patrick, Colesburg

Tithing (May 4) Budget .................................................................. $530.00 ACH Budget .......................................................... $150.00 Easter ..................................................................... $50.00 Pledge Received ................................................ $5,020.00 Total Received ................................................. $5,750.00

W!"#$%!: &&&.'$"()*%+)%-/;$+.+/< E-<)$;: =">072#!+@=">)(+-./(? 6

St. Mark, Edgewood

Tithing (May 4) Budget ............................................................... $1,260.00 ACH Budget ....................................................... $1,738.00 Easter ................................................................... $190.00 Building Fund ........................................................ $225.00 Total Received ................................................. $3,413.00

St. Mary Post Office Box Number—Please note that the post office box number for St. Mary Parish is PO Box 437. All mail should be sent to this number. Thank you. Community Meal and Food Pantry—There will be a May 20 community meal with only deliveries and carry outs. Serving will be from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Please use the south doors by the parking lot for carry-outs and please wear a mask. Social distancing will be required. If you would like a delivery in Strawberry Point, please call Kris (563-419-5329 or 563-933-4387) before 3:00 pm on May 20. The food pantry will be open on May 20 from 3:00-6;30 p.m. Please wear face masks. If you have pantry items to donate, leave them inside the south parking lot doors from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Call Delaine (563-920-2753) if you need assistance getting pantry items.

Sacred Heart, Volga

Pray for all the Parishioners of the

Emmaus Pastorate!

St. Joseph, Elkader

Tithing (May 4) Budget ..................................................... $2,055.00 Easter ......................................................... $365.00 Good Friday .................................................... $5.00 Holy Thursday ................................................. $5.00 Total Received ........................................ $2.430.00

Tithing (May 4) Budget .................................................................. $420.00 ACH Budget .......................................................... $560.00 Easter ..................................................................... $10.00 Improvement Fund ................................................. $20.00 Total Received ................................................. $1,010.00

St. Mary, Strawberry Point

Readings for the Week of May 11 Monday, May 11 Rdgs: Acts 1 4:5-18; Ps 115; Jn 14:21-26

Tuesday, May 12 Rdgs: Acts 1 4: 1 9-28; Ps 145; Jn 14:27-31 Wednesday, May 13 Rdgs: Acts 1 5: 1 -6; Ps 122; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday, May 14 Rdgs: Acts 1 : 1 5-26; Ps 113; Jn 15:9-17 Friday, May 15 Rdgs: Acts 1 5:22-31; Ps 57; Jn 15:12-17 Saturday, May 16 Rdgs: Acts 1 6: 1 -10; Ps 100; Jn 15:18-21 Sunday, May 17 Rdgs: Acts 8:5-17; Ps 66; 1 Pt 3:15-18; Jn 14:15-21

Thank You to Mike Putz and Michael Sperfslage for extending their term on the Faith Formation Board for one more year. Due to the Covid-19 crisis we will not be holding elections this year, and both graciously agreed to serve an additional year. You are both appreciated. Thanks for your commitment and service to our parish!

Carol’s Closet in Strawberry Point is offering assistance to those in need during this difficult time—Free diapers, cribs, car seats, clothes and more. For veterans, seniors, and those with disabilities—Free personal hygiene items, a lift bed (like new) and used medical equipment. E-mail—crlcloset@gmail.com, or phone 563-933-6235 or 563-608-9649.

TOGETHER

Tithing (April 27) Budget .................................................................. $300.00 Easter ................................................................... $100.00 Total Received .................................................... $400.00

Tithing (May 4) Budget .................................................................. $530.00 Total Received .................................................... $530.00

Emmaus Pastorate Staff

Pastorate Pastor—Father John Haugen 563-543-5873; dbq072@dbqarch.org

Bulletin Editor—Joyce Whelan 563-928-7200; dbq072sec2@dbqarch.org

Business Manager—Sandy Klaus 563-928-7200; dbq072bm@dbqarch.org

St. Patrick Admin Secretary/Bookkeeper—Jennifer Ciesielski 563-928-7200; dbq072sec@dbqarch.org

Director of Faith Formation—Deanne Wulfekuhle 563-921-3340; dbq044re@dbqarch.org

St. Mark Admin Secretary/Bookkeeper—Jennifer Ciesielski 563-928-7200; dbq072sec@dbqarch.org

Director of Faith Formation—Jody Kerns 563-928-7200; dbq072re@dbqarch.org

Music Coordinator—Jane Christiansen 563-245-2585; dbq072s2@dbqarch.org

Pastoral Associate/RCIA—Marsha Hauser 563-928-7200; dbq072s1@dbqarch.org

St. Joseph Bookkeeper—Theresa Palas 563-245-2548; dbq074bk@dbqarch.org

Pastoral Associate/Director-Faith Formation/ Music Coordinator—-John Uhal 563-245-2548; dbq072s3@dbqarch.org

Pastoral Assoc/Faith Formation Asst—Janine Berns 563-880-2107; dbq074s@dbqarch.org

Secretary—Janie Wiley 563-245-2548; dbq074sec@dbqarch.org

St. Mary Bookkeeper—Jennifer Ciesielski 563-928-7200; dbq072sec@dbqarch.org

Director of Faith Formation—Lori Keppler 563-880-1758 (cell); dbq194re@dbqarch.org

Music Coordinator—Theresa Breitbach 563-933-6166

Pastoral Associate/Liturgy—Deb Schloss 563-933-6166; 563-920-8263 (cell); dbq194s1@dbqarch.org

Secretary 563-933-6166; dbq194s2@dbqarch.org

Sacred Heart Bookkeeper—Theresa Palas 563-245-2548; dbq074bk@dbqarch.org

Prog Manager Faith Formation—Melissa Fettkether 319-551-7941; dbq204ff@dbqarch.org

Secretary—Jennifer Ciesielski 319-327-0880; dbq204sec@dbqarch.org

Pastoral Council Chairs

St. Patrick Parish John Wessel 563-856-5008 St. Mark Parish Daryl Jaeger 563-380-0863 St. Joseph Parish Ann Gibney 563-245-1597 St. Mary Parish Jerry Ketoff 563-581-2488 Sacred Heart Parish Beth Petsche 319-610-7358

St. Mary Luke Baade Pat Farmer Dianne Harris Karen Nemecek LaVerne Lentz Larry Sperfslage

St. Joseph Jean Dougherty Abby Folsom Ruth & Don Hamilton Jerry Kessler Shelley Long Kathy Pfeiffer Sherry Westemeier

Sacred Heart Jerry O’Brien Jill Sparrgrove

St. Mark Bob Fishel Zach Fisher Rosie Helle Chris Jackson Tryce Sperfslage Joe Weigel Tiny Weigel James Willenbring

St. Patrick Shirley Vorwald Jean Zittergruen

The deadline for the May 23-24 bulletin is May 14. All bulletin articles should be

e-mailed directly to Joyce at dbq072sec2@dbqarch.org.

TOGETHER

W!"#$%!: &&&.'$"()*%+)%-/;$+.+/< E-<)$;: =">072#!+@=">)(+-./(? 7

JOHNSON’S RESTAURANT& RECEPTION HALL

Full Menu All Day • Great Buffets DailyNewly Remodeled Reception Hall

Off Premise Catering AvailableVisit johnsonsrestaurantelkader.com

563-245-2371

DON & WALT, LLCPlumbing, Heating, Sheet Metal

LENNOXGas Furnaces & Air Conditioners

Bob & Jim Soppe - Rich & Steve McCrabb - Owners927-2232

1201 E Main Street, Suite A

CORCORAN FURNITURE

201 South 9th Manchester, IA 52057

563-927-3640

Edgewood Veterinary Clinic

Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

2078 State Hwy 3 Edgewood, IA 52042

(563) 928-6992

Pat’s RepairCOMPLETE AUTO REPAIR

502 West 3rd St Colesburg

(563) 856-2545

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com Emmaus Pastorate, Edgewood, IA A 4C 01-1443

888.433.6934 • www.trappistcaskets.com

Custom designed & built cabinets for every room in your home

563-928-6431 • www.FOREVERCABINETS.com

EdgEwood Building CEntErSTOP IN FOR ALL YOUR BUILDING

AND HARDWARE SUPPLIES2082 IA-3, Edgewood IA 52042

(563) 928-7224

Lloyd Kelchen Grain, LtdLloyd Kelchen Grain, Ltd2137 102nd St., Edgewood, IA 520422137 102nd St., Edgewood, IA 52042

Marilyn Sullivan, ManagerMarilyn Sullivan, Manager

563-920-1987 • 563-928-6907563-920-1987 • 563-928-6907

ServiceMaster By KnipperFire & Water Restoration • Carpet Cleaning See us at Servicemastercls.com

563-875-2189

Bi-County Disposal, inC.ReCyCle CenteR & tRansfeR station

(563) 875-9075 oR (866) 525-4506

Livestock handling made easy and safer

NEW & USED EQUIPMENT & RENTALCameron Schulte • (563) 920-2498

schultecameron@yahoo.comwww.arrowcattleequip.com

708 S. Locust St. Edgewood

Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy

(563) 920-5545 1085 210th Ave, Edgewood, IA

www.jungstkd.comMaster robert McDowell

201 N. Franklin St. (Hwy. 13) Manchester, IA 52057

563-927-2202 • Toll Free 1-888-557-2202

(563) 928-6908 www.caferoseiowa.com

102 N Washington St., Edgewood563-928-7348

“For All Of Life’s Celebrations”

EdgEwood PumP & wEll SErvicE

EDGEWOOD, IA

Al williAmS - ownEr Shop - 563-928-7210 Cell - 563-590-0643

LIGHTING SHOWROOM • FLOORING • FURNITURE • WINDOW TREATMENTS9 20th St. S.E. • Oelwein, IA (319) 283-2393

HOME DÉCOR • LIGHTING • RUGS FURNISHINGS • KITCHENWARE • CABINETRY200 N LOCUST ST. EDGEWOOD, IOWAM-F: 6AM-7PM • S-S: 10AM-3PM

www.themarkket.com facebook.com/TheMarkketUSA

563-928-70561984 Hwy 3 West

Edgewood, IA 52492

Edgewood Farm and Home Supply

106 W. Union St Edgewood (563) 928-6896

Gary’s Feed Store 107 W 3rd St. Greeley Iowa 52050 563-925-2441

(563) 928-6445https://delclay.com

1003 210 Ave Edgewood

563-928-64051986 IA-3, Edgewood, IA

www.EdgewoodFeedMill.com

Serving Northeast Iowa

563-245-1698 • 563-880-3332

MOYNA MATERIALSCrushed stone, sand, gravel & ag-lime

24547 Hwy. 13, Elkader, IA563-245-2002

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • AGRICULTURAL

NICK’S EXCAVATINGPlowing • Snow Removal • Terraces

Ponds • Basements • Waterways Grading • Building Sites • Demolition

Call Ethan 563-880-8350 or Nick Koehn 563-880-1507 for

all your excavation needs

MONONA • 563-539-2405 CRESCO • 563-547-2492

DECORAH • 563-382-8822

• Embroidery • Monogramming• Custom Designs • Screen TransfersPhone/Fax: (563) 245-3236

Cindy J. Mueller20384 Grandview Rd. • Elkader, Iowa 52043www.thestitchinposteIkader.com

Corby’s Tire & Muffler, Inc.

107 1/2 Gunder Rd.Elkader, Iowa

563-245-2457

Rockette Trucking & Construction, Ltd

Connie Ross-Steger, President“Breaking New Ground” Since 1987

16553 E. Mission Rd., Strawberry Point, IA 52076 563-933-2035 • Cell 563-920-4027

Fax: 563-933-2094 • rockette@iowatelecom.netTrucking • Ponds • Driveways • Excavation

Demolition • Shouldering • Base Placing

777 11th Ave. SWWAukon

Grocery Dept.: 568-5017

Meat Dept.: 568-5018

ECONOMICAL FOOD

STORES

Tire Line • Redline PowersportsEdgewood Saw & Supplywww.edgewoodauto.com

Leonard-MullerFuneral Homes & Crematory

Manchester • Edgewood & Strawberry Point

Brian Muller , Zach Muller & Deb Ommen Directors

rpoutdoorpower.com Your Independent

servIcIng dealer

563.245.2445 305 HIGH ST NE

ELKADER IA 52043

royal products outdoor power

563-599-8836

Please bring this coupon for20% off your next purchase

302 W. Bridge St. • Elkader, IA 52043www.signsnframes.com

888-987-0999 toll free • 563-277-4025

Providing exceptional handcrafted food for 20 years

Weddings • Communions • Graduations • Funerals

Hwy. 136, New Vienna | 921-2935www.jdcateringservice.com

J & D Catering

Nathan Trappe, Broker Randy Willie, Broker Associate Megan Keehner, Sales Associate Ryan Johnson, Sales Associate Julie Tschirgi, Sales Associate Kerry Martin, Sales Associate Mark Meyer, Sales Associate

Monona Office:Monona Office: 563-539-4136 Strawberry Point OfficeStrawberry Point Office: 563-933-4411

https://allenrealestateco.com

Helping Both Buyers and Sellers All Over Iowa Come Together