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WELCOME TO
HOLY CROSS PARISH
309 Desnoyer Street | Kaukauna, WI 54130
Parish Ministry Staff
PASTOR………....Fr. Tom Pomeroy
Deacon/Pastoral Associate
Deacon Bruce Corey
Faith Formation Coordinators
Jackie Wallace, Gloria Ackerman
Liturgy Coordinator/Bulletin
Kim Corey
Music Coordinator
Ellen Scheibe
Office Manager
Tammy Schmahl
Principal
Larry Konetzke
Receptionist/SCRIP Coordinator
Bonnie Fischer
www.holycrosskaukauna.org
HOLY CROSS PARISH MISSION —WHAT WE’R E ALL ABOUT
We, the members of Holy Cross Parish, continue the mission of Jesus Christ
through the building of a vibrant Catholic community of word, worship
and service to others.
Mass Times
Saturday .......................... 4:30 pm
Sunday ....... 7:30, 9:15 & 11:00 am
Weekdays ................ 7:00 am daily
Holy Days……………… See Inside
Phone Numbers
Rectory Office ................ 766-3773
Fax ................................. 766-3774
Scrip Office .................... 766-3773
Faith Formation Center . 766-3510
Holy Cross Campus……...766-0186
St. Al’s School Campus .. 766-5199
RCIA Coordinator,
Gloria Schuh ............... 766-9598
Confirmation ……………....766-3510
Xavier High School ......... 733-6632
KCSS Website www.kcssonline.org
Rectory Office Hours and
Scrip Hours
Mon-Thurs . 8:00-12:00, 1:00-4:00
Friday................. 8:00-12:00 Noon
NOVEMBER 25, 2012
SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
(B)
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Christmas Shopping With SCRIP
SCRIP is sold in the Gathering Space after 7:30
and 9:15 Masses. Look for the table in the corner.
How Many Kings Do You Know?
I know a few kings—the four kings in my sheepshead
game. Other than that, I don’t know any kings. I’ve seen
them on television and they seem very important,
important like our president. The crown makes them
seem even more important!
I know that so many people got excited about the wedding
of Princess Diana and the wedding of Kate and William.
People are drawn to royalty.
Help Your School and Your Parish! Buy lots of SCRIP!
Holy Cross Parish Phone: 766-3773
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-Noon
and 1:00-4:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am-Noon
Local Merchant of the Week
Vander Loop Shoes
National Merchant of the Week
Papa John’s Pizza
Please remember to visit all of our merchants. Visit us
online at www.holycrosskaukauna.org. Click on SCRIP.
Parish Contributions - November 18
Amount Needed Weekly……………$12,000.00
Sacrificial Giving Received…………...10,001.00
Loose Offering Received…………………770.00
TOTAL RECEIVED…………….….$10,771.00
Amount Short……….………..$ 1,229.00
Hurricane Sandy Sacrificial Giving…….$365.00
We have A Great Evening Coming Up.
Watch for more details.
Monday, December 17—Fr. Jack Mullarkey will speak to
us on The Infancy of Jesus. 6:30 pm—Friendship Hall.
He’ll teach about the true meaning of Christmas. Join us for
a relaxing and educational evening. Bring a bible.
Calendar winners will be in Next Week
It’s Poinsettia Ordering Time
The Advent Season will soon be upon us, so
it’s time again to place orders for poinsettias
and wreaths. If you would like to contribute in
memory of a loved one, or in your own name,
please complete the order blank found in this bulletin. It’s
hard to believe that Christmas is right around the corner.
We appreciate your generous hearts in past years and
during this upcoming Christmas Season. Just a little
educational reminder: Christmas liturgical colors are gold
and white, but we will have some red poinsettias again.
Have a blessed Advent Season. Make time for confession.
We all know Jesus as a baby, don’t we? We plan every
year to celebrate his birthday on December 25. But how
many of us know him as a King? He was accused of saying
he was the King of the Jews, and the authorities were
afraid his popularity would make them lose their power.
They wanted all the power; they didn’t want this “Jesus”
anywhere around. Much of the general public, though,
including his disciples, thought he was coming to save
them from Roman rule, and they loved him. They wanted
him to be their king, but Jesus told them that his kingdom
was not of this earth.
As Catholic Christians, we believe that Jesus will return to
this earth. But, when he returns, he will not come as a
little, helpless baby, as a suffering servant. Jesus will
return as a King, in all his glory! He will be a true King. He
is now seated at the right hand of his Father, and his
kingdom will have no end. Prepare the way of the Lord!
So, next time we get all excited about royalty, next time
we see a king or a queen on television, a prince or a
princess, let’s remember the “true” King – Jesus Christ,
King of the Universe. After all, he is the only King who
matters. “The King of glory comes, the nation rejoices.
Open your hearts before him; lift up your voices.”
Deacon Bruce
The “Catholicism” Series
“Prayer and the Life of the Spirit ”
Meet in the Gathering Space to
view the Monday evening or
Tuesday morning sessions of the
“Catholicism” DVD series. All
welcome. Free. No registration.
DVD 9
Monday evening, November 26: 6:00—7:15 pm
Tuesday morning, November 27: 7:45—9:00 am
On pilgrimage to the places where the saints and spiritual
masters lived, Father Barron explores the different types of
prayer: contemplation, adoration, petition, intercession.
The Catechism states: “Prayer is the lifting up of the mind
and the heart to God.” Prayer can transform us.
~Important Dates to Note~
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Golden Faith Luncheon Sunday after 11am Mass
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Knights selling lifesavers after all Masses this weekend
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Help clean the church next Saturday, December 1.
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Get your deposits in for the March 4-13 Pilgrimage to
Italy. Join us! Call Deacon Bruce at 766-3773.
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Saturday, December 8, is the Feast of the Immaculate
Conception, a holy day of obligation. There will be a
7:00 am Mass held here on Saturday morning.
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Things Going On Here and Elsewhere
(Call Kim at the Parish Office, 766-3773, for more details)
Sun, Nov. 25
Feast of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Sun, Nov. 25
Golden Faith Lunch for 50+ (See left) 12:15
Mon, Nov. 26
Scoopie Night at Culvers Darboy 5-8 pm
Mon, Nov. 26
“Catholicism” series (GS) #9 6:00-7:15 pm
Tues, Nov. 27
“Catholicism” series (GS) #9 7:45-9:00 am
Tues, Nov. 27
Grade 2 First Reconciliation—HC –5:45 pm
Wed, Nov. 28
Behold the Lamb—Nativity GB—6:30 pm
Nov. 29-Dec. 9
Christmas Stars at Xavier High School
Dec. 1-2
Display Your Nativity Set -Friendship Hall
First Weekend in Advent (Fr. Tom will bless
sets after 11:00 Mass on December 2—FH)
If you’re 50 or older, join us after 11:00
Mass this Sunday, November 25, for lunch
and a speaker. Jan Struck, well-known for
her gift of humor, will present “How Far to
Bethlehem?” a great way to begin Advent.
Jan has been a popular speaker at Women
Celebrate and has more than 35 years
experience in motivating and entertaining
audiences. Call Kim at 428-1080 if you would still like to
come. Cost is $7.00 per person, payable at the door.
Sat, Dec. 1
7:30-11 am
Church Cleaning—Please bring your whole
family to help make our church shine!
Mon, Dec. 3
“Catholicism” series (GS) #10 6:00-7:15 pm
Dec. 4-7
Advent Reconciliation before Weekday
Masses (Tues-Friday) 6:00 am—6:45 am
Tues, Dec. 4
“Catholicism” series (GS) #10—7:45-9:00 am
Tues, Dec. 4
Electric City Christmas Parade—6:00 pm
Wed, Dec. 5
Advent Reconciliation Service — St. Paul
Combined Locks —6:30 pm
~Italy Deadline Just Days Away~
Get your deposits in!
Wed, Dec. 5
Behold the Lamb SKD-St. Mary site 6:30pm
Sat, Dec. 8
Feast of the Immaculate Conception—
Holy Day of Obligation—7:00 am Mass added
on Saturday for Holy Day observation
Dec. 11-14
Advent Reconciliation Before Weekday
Masses (Tues-Friday) 6:00 am—6:45 am
Wed, Dec. 12
Advent Reconciliation Service—St. Clare
Greenleaf—6:30 pm
Wed, Dec. 12
Behold the Lamb—St. Pius Appleton—7 pm
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No 11:00 Mass on Christmas morning, December 25.
Holy Cross ‘Golden Faith Group’
Lunch and Speaker is This Weekend!
ROME *
ASSISI * FLORENCE * SIENA
Thurs, Dec. 13 Bank of Kaukauna Band Concert—3:00 pm
Thurs, Dec. 13 Christmas Concert—HC Gym—6:30 pm
Dec. 18-21
Advent Reconciliation before Weekday
Masses (Tues-Fri) 6:00 am—6:45 am
Hosts: Fr. Tom Pomeroy, Deacon Bruce and Kim Corey
Tues, Dec. 18
10 Days: March 4-13, 2013
Only $3199 per person from APPLETON
Advent Reconciliation Service—SKD—
St. Mary site Kaukauna—2:00 pm
Wed, Dec. 19
Behold the Lamb—St. Mary Appleton
(location was changed from St. Joe’s)
St. Francis of Assisi St. Catherine of Siena
St. Peter
Call Deacon Bruce Corey at (920) 766-3773 for details.
Hands Are Needed To Clean the Church
Help us clean on Saturday, December 1,
from 7:30—11:00 am. We need all the
hands we can get to make our church clean
for Advent and Christmas! Look for the
signs at all the entrances for details. Light
breakfast at 9:15 am! Bring a pail, rags and a vacuum, if
you can. If you can’t bring these items, we will provide
them. Please come!
Thurs, Dec. 20 Advent Reconciliation Service—St. John
Little Chute—2:00 pm
Mon, Dec. 24
Christmas Eve - Mass Times:
4:00 pm—in the Gym
4:00 pm —in Church
6:00 pm—in Church
Midnight—in Church
Tues, Dec. 25
Christmas Day—Mass Times:
7:30 am—In Church
9:15 am—In Church
NO 11:00 am Mass
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Faith Formation News
November 27
Grade 2 Reconciliation Ceremony (Tuesday)
November 28
No Class—Catechist In-Service
Come to Set Up Nativity Sets Next Week!
Call Kim at the office (766-3773) if you still want to
display your Nativity Set in Friendship Hall. Decorate any
way you wish. People will view sets after Masses on
December 1 and 2. Fr. Tom will bless them after 11:00
Mass. You may set up from 8—11:30 on November 30 or
9 am—1:00 pm on December 1. Bring any decorations
from home and make yourself a beautiful space.
“The Best of BRAVO! …
for the Past 10 Years”
Bravo! 2013 is well underway! This year’s show not only
marks our 10th production, but it will mark over 500
people performing on the Bravo stage either as singer
or musician.
What we still need…
With rehearsals moving forward, we are now able to look
ahead to some of the other pieces that must be put into
place before the curtain lifts. We are in need of people to
help fill these “behind the curtain” responsibilities:
One stage manager; this person is in the booth with a
script telling when this or that happens. This person
watches over all the show.
One sound booth person; This person adjusts mics
and manually turns them on/off for soloists when
needed.
One mic wrangler for backstage; this person ensures
that the 22 handheld mics are on and gets them
back in place from people using them.
Three people operating the flys (curtains).
One lightboard person; All the lights will be preprogrammed. This person will have cues to hit a
button in the correct place.
Stage crew could include some 7-8 grade students, high
school students or adults. Some of these positions just
demand attention to pushing light or sound buttons that
have been programmed. Those who take on operating the
flys will need to be able to pull up the heavy curtains at
certain parts of the show.
Upcoming Events
Culver’s Scoopie Night
 Monday, November 26, from 5:00–8:00 pm (Calumet
Street Location) Culver’s will donate a portion of the
sales during that timeframe to KCSS Home & School
Association.
Electric City Christmas Parade
 Tuesday, December 4, at 6:00 pm. Show your support
for KCSS— Join us in the Christmas Parade.
KCSS Band Choir at the Bank of Kaukauna
 Thursday, December 13, at 3:00 pm
KCSS Christmas Concert
 Thursday, December 13, at 6:30 pm — Holy Cross Gym
Dress rehearsal is at 1:30 pm. Join us to hear the sounds
of Christmas from our KCSS students, band and choir!
The Grand Event
 Friday, February 15, 2013 —Mark your calendars! Plan
to join us for an evening of fun. There will be raffles,
casino events, refreshments and more. Watch for details!
Thank You to Everyone Who Made the
All Souls Service Beautiful
This is a great way for students and families to contribute
service hours. The time commitment will include some
evening and weekend rehearsal times in January as well as
the two show times.
Please contact one of the following committee members, or
email [email protected].
Janice Welhouse - [email protected]
Andrea Maher – [email protected],
Jennie Eggleston – [email protected]
BRAVO! - Our Mission is to provide an opportunity for
the community to come together in a positive, Christian
and family-oriented production to raise funds for the
Kaukauna Catholic School System.
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Special thanks to:
 The donor of the beautiful candles.
Very special!
 The Ladies of Holy Cross for setting
up refreshments after the service
 Compassionate Friends for planning
such a memorable evening
The donor of the banners listing names of loved ones
(Banners will remain up until Friday, November 30.
Season of Advent begins the weekend of December 2.)
Our musician, reader and cantor, who always do such
an excellent job on this special evening.
Fr. Tom and Deacon Bruce for their leadership
And a very special thanks to all the families who took
time on a Friday evening to join us in remembering.
Get Those Middle School Children to
Little Chute on Saturday, December 1, for
“Faith on Fire”
Featuring Catholic Rap Artist Li’l Mike
Invite Your Friends for A Great Evening!
Saturday, December 1 5:30-7:30 pm
St. John Parish Little Chute– Fellowship Hall
If you have questions, contact Maria DeMeuse
([email protected])
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Look At Our Brand New Power Brush!
We keep getting these wonderful new items, and we’re so
grateful for the generosity of so many people. Ariens gave
us a great deal, and several parishioners have already
donated toward the price—about 1/3 of the cost has been
covered. It’s just too bad we’re not going to have any snow
again this year—maybe some for Santa, but then, poof!
Gone! Last year, we had a beautiful red snow blower
donated, and we all know what happened last year. Just
sayin’.
Pizza, Music, Christmas Cookie decorating, Prayer, Friends
All FREE!
Stop at the Popcorn Ball Factory at SKD!
The Popcorn Ball Factory is in full
swing at SDK—St. Mary’s site—
Monday mornings, December 3, and
December 10. A dozen popcorn balls
cost only $7.00. Compared to storebought popcorn balls, you are getting
much more! Plus, we treasure your
support. Call 766-1445 (SKD parish office) to place your order.
Mike Van Helvoirt unloading new Ariens Power brush.
Thanks, Mike. Thanks, Ariens. Thanks to all who donated.
Come to Bake Cookies, Breads and Candy!
The Ladies of Holy Cross will hold a
bake sale the first weekend in
December! Come to the bake sale
and check out all the beautiful
nativity sets at the same time! It will
be a very festive weekend!
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We’re looking for people to
donate ingredients and/or
bake cookies, breads and
candy. It’s lots of fun!
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Come to help bake and decorate on Thursday,
November 29, starting at 4:00 pm (the back kitchen
doors will be open). We always have a great time!
Readings for the Week of November 25
Sunday:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Next Sunday:
Dn 7:13-14/Rv 1:5-8/Jn 18:33b-37
Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5/Lk 21:1-4
Rv 14:14-19/Lk 21:5-11
Rv 15:1-4/Lk 21:12-19
Rv 18:1-2, 21-23; 19:1-3, 9a/Lk 21:20-28
Rom 10:9-18/Mt 4:18-22
Rv 22:1-7/Lk 21:34-36
Jer 33:14-16/1 Thes 3:12---4:2/
Lk 21:25-28, 34-36
Get Your Tree at the Old Gustman Lot
KCSS Athletic Association is
sponsoring its 9th Annual
Christmas Tree Sale on the
“Old Gustman” lot at 222
Lawe Street in Kaukauna.
Sale runs thru Sunday,
December 26.
Hours of
operation are Saturdays and
Sundays, 9 am-8 pm, and Monday through Friday, 4-8 pm.
Balsam, Spruce, Canaan Fir and Fraser trees, wreaths,
decorated swags and bundles of boughs. Free delivery
available. Trees are fresh-cut weekly and are of the best
quality. Please support your school’s athletic system!
Area Advent Reconciliation Services
Check page 3 for Advent Reconciliation Service dates and
locations. Fr. Tom will also be available before weekday
Masses during Advent for reconciliation—Tuesday through
Friday, 6:00—6:45 am: December 4-7, 11-14 and 18-21.
Make this a truly special Advent Season. Free your mind
before Christmas. It will be your
best Christmas ever, especially if
you haven’t gone in a long time.
Regular reconciliation times are
11:00 am until noon on Saturday
mornings in church or by
appointment with Fr. Tom. Give yourself the gift of
reconciling yourself with God. Yes, it’s a gift!
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Monday, November 26
7:00 am
Dick Siebers
Tuesday, November 27
7:00 am
Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Helein, Jack and Shirley
Wednesday, November 28
7:00 am
Jeanette Kuchelmeister
Thursday, November 29
7:00 am
No intention 8:20 am No intention
Friday, November 30
7:00 am
Raymond and Margaret Heindl
Saturday, December 1
4:30 pm
Jesse Van Der Steen
Sunday, December 2
7:30 am
Parish Family
9:15 am
Ves and Mary Berghuis
11:00 am
Windy and Peg DeCoster
MASS INTENTIONS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES
If you would like to have a Mass offered for a special intention,
you may contact the parish office at 766-3773. The usual offering
for a Mass is $10.00. Note: If a Mass intention is for your loved
one and you would like to present the gifts at the offertory, please
contact an usher before Mass to let him or her know that you
have someone to serve in this special role.
Parish Schedule for Week of November 25
Sunday, November 25
Pick up Raffle calendars for 2013—all entrances
Evening
Bravo practice—cafeteria
Monday, November 26
8:00 am—4:00 pm Vocation Prayer Vigil in Church
6:00 pm
“Catholicism” Series in Gathering Space
6:30 pm
Boy Scouts—Friendship Hall
Tuesday, November 27
7:45 am
“Catholicism” Series in Gathering Space
6:00 pm
Pray and Walk Meet in GS-Everybody come.
Walking inside now! Walk at your own pace.
6:00 pm
Grade 2 Reconciliation Ceremony
6:30 pm
Board of Trustees meet
Wednesday, November 28
No Faith Formation classes Catechist In-service
Thursday, November 29
4:00 pm
Help bake and decorate cookies, breads and
(See pg. 5)
candy for Bake Sale! Back kitchen doors open.
6:15 pm
Cantor Meeting
7:00 pm
Celebrator Practice
Friday, November 30
8:00 am—11:30 am Friendship Hall open to set up nativity sets
Saturday, December 1
9:00 am—1:00 pm Friendship Hall open to set up nativity sets
11:00 am–Noon Reconciliation in Church
4:30 pm
After Mass— come to view Nativity sets in
Friendship Hall—Bake sale, too!
Sunday, December 2
7:30—12:30
After all Masses—Stroll through Friendship
Hall to see the nativity sets! Bake Sale, too!
After 9:15 Mass Donut Sunday-Stop down for coffee!
After 11:00 Mass Fr. Tom blesses Nativity Sets in FH
Holy Cross Parish —Be a Part of Us
Reconciliation
Saturdays: 11:00-12:00 Noon or by appointment. Contact
Fr. Tom Pomeroy at 766-3773 if you would like to make an
appointment.
Baptisms
We share in your joy as your child is baptized. Baptisms
are the second Sunday of each month ($10 stipend). Call
the parish office to set a date or to get further details about
this beautiful milestone in your family’s life. Baptism
Preparation meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the third
Tuesday of each month.
First Friday Eucharist Calls
Please inform us if you, or someone you know, cannot
make it to Mass and would like to receive Holy Eucharist
on the first Friday of each month.
How to Register as a New Parish Member
Want to become a parish member? Simply stop in at the
parish office, and we’ll get you registered. Fast and easy.
Change of Phone, Address or Family Status? If
you’re moving permanently or temporarily, or have
changed any family information, please give us a call at
766-3773 so we can update your census information.
Thanks for taking the time to call!
Would You Like to Put Something in the Bulletin?
The deadline is Monday noon (Friday before holidays).
Holy Cross Prayer Relay for Your Prayer Needs
If you or someone you know needs prayers, call 810-3900.
Your parish family is here for you. We’ll start praying
immediately!
Holy Cross is Grateful For Your Gifts
The generosity of our parishioners by giving of time, talent
and treasure is what sustains this beautiful parish.
We are grateful for all the times Holy Cross Parish has
been remembered through memorials, donations and
wills. We can’t begin to thank those who have been
generous in their final wishes, large or small. We have so
much to be thankful for, here at Holy Cross, and it’s
because of the people who love their parish. Please
continue to think of us in this way, and keep us in your
prayers as we continue to grow our parish family. Our
prayers continue to go with all of you and your families.