Congratulations - St. Francis Xavier

4th Sunday of Easter
April 29, 2012
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday,
April 29th
Monday,
April 30th
Tuesday,
May 1st
Wednesday,
May 2nd
Friday,
May 3rd
World Day of Prayer for
Vocations
St. Pius V
St. Joseph the Worker
St. Athanasius
Ss. Philip and James;
National Day of Prayer
Catholic Church
Buffalo, MN
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Mailing Address: 223 19th St. NW, Buffalo, MN 55313
Phone: (763) 684-0075 Fax: (763) 684-4771
Website: www.stfxb.org
HE SHEPHERD’S VOICE
Church Location: 300 1st Ave. NW, Buffalo, MN
Jesus, in today’s Gospel, says that He is the good
shepherd the prophets had promised to Israel.
He is the shepherd-prince, the new David—who frees people from
bondage to sin and gathers them into one flock, the Church, under a
new covenant, made in His blood (see Ezekiel 34:10-13, 23-31).
His flock includes other sheep, He says, far more than the dispersed
children of Israel (see Isaiah 56:8; John 11:52). And He gave His
Church the mission of shepherding all peoples to the Father.
In today’s First Reading, we see the beginnings of that mission in the
testimony of Peter, whom the Lord appointed shepherd of His Church
(see John 21:15-17).
Peter tells the “builders” of Israel’s temple, that God has made the
stone they rejected the cornerstone of a new spiritual temple, the
Church (see Mark 12:10-13; 1 Peter 2:4-7).
Through the ministry of the Church, the shepherd still speaks (see Luke
10:16),and forgives sins (see John 20:23), and makes His body and
blood present, that all may know Him in the breaking of the bread (see
Luke 24:35). It is a mission that will continue until all the world is one
flock under the one shepherd.
In laying down His life and taking it up again, Jesus made it possible for
us to know God as He did—as sons and daughters of the Father who
loves us. As we hear in today’s Epistle, He calls us His children, as He
called Israel His son when He led them out of Egypt and made His
covenant with them (see Exodus 4:22-23; Revelation 21:7).
Today, let us listen for His voice as He speaks to us in the Scriptures,
and vow again to be more faithful followers. And let us give thanks for
the blessings He bestows from His altar.
Faith & Education Center: 219 19th St. NW, Buffalo, MN

SPRING SALAD LUNCHEON
The St. Francis Xavier Council of Catholic Women invites
you to attend the annual spring salad luncheon on Friday,
May 11th, in the Parish Hall. Lunch will be served from
11:00am until 1:00pm. The cost is $7.00 per person.
Hope to see you there.
Spring Salad Luncheon Co-Chairs
Laura Flynn and Heidi Zook
PLANT SALE
Also on May 11th, the Council of Catholic Women will be
having a Plant Sale. The Plant Sale will be in conjunction
with the Spring Salad Luncheon.
Any gardener with perennial flowers and/or fruit or green
plants that can be divided or shared are invited to do so.
Now is the time to start so newly divided plants have time
to adjust to being potted. If anyone needs help or has
any questions, please call Marcia Endres at
763-682-2090.
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS
Being a member of the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) is
one way you can actively serve your parish and pastor.
The PPC is a group of nine members of the parish
who are elected by the parish or appointed by the Pastor.
The PPC advises the Pastor on parish matters at monthly
meetings and are liaisons to the parish committees.
Meetings are held at the Education Center at 6:30pm on
the third Monday of the month. (Committees do not meet
in July and August.) The term is for three years.
Elections for two new members will take place the
weekend of June 2-3. If you or someone you know would
be a good candidate for the PPC, please submit the
name(s) by one of the following methods: complete a
nomination form found in the back of Church or the
Parish Hall; call the Parish Office 763-684-0075; or email
the name to preston.allex@stfxb.org. Deadline for
nominations is May 7th.
Nominees must meet the following requirements:
1. Be a registered member of the Parish.
2. Be a baptized, practicing Catholic.
3. Be an active participant in the Parish.
4. Be at least 18 years old.
CATHOLIC MAN NIGHT
Catholic Man Night at St. Michael's is Friday, May 4th, at
6:30pm. Bishop Lee Piché will be their very special
guest, speaking about Jesus Christ - Divine Apologist.
Your School News
“Building the Kingdom of God”
Please join us for the “Perfect Prayer”
each Wednesday at 9:00am
in Trinity Hall
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We promised an Extravaganza and an
Extravaganza it was!!! From start to finish it was
a night to remember!
Beautiful ladies, handsome gentlemen,
scrumptious food, great auction items, fantastic
auctioneers… followed by a dance floor filled
with wonderful “Back to the Prom” dancers. And
to top it off... a Prom King and Queen were
crowned… John and Sandy Merz.
Many thanks to our Outstanding Committee and
to all of you who supported us so generously.
Our gross income to date is, drum roll please....
$81,478.
FUNDRAISING CALENDAR WINNERS
Congratulations! The winning tickets have been drawn
for April! Checks will be mailed. A huge thank you to all
those who helped support our fundraising calendar.
Name Amount Name Amount
Dan DeWitte $40.00 Jill Murphy $20.00
Doreen & Marvin
Valerius
$20.00 Joe Krautbauer $20.00
Lori & Henry Zachman $20.00 Kay Callahan $20.00
Alex DeMars $20.00 Holly Munsterteiger $20.00
Brad & Denise Pietig $40.00
Sara Andrews $40.00
George & Ann
Lambrecht
Richard & Annella
Holthaus
$20.00
$20.00
John Davis $40.00 Betty Veches $20.00
Mary Ann Erickson $120.00
Keith & Florence
Paumen
$20.00
Tom & Laura Flynn $20.00 Kenneth Erickson $20.00
Lindsey Schmidt $20.00 Rosemary Mattson $20.00
Gene & Connie Chock $20.00 Tracy Strand $20.00
Yvonne O'Brien $20.00 Zeno Schmitz $20.00
Ervin Hennen $20.00 Shelly Henson $20.00
Gordon Marquette $20.00 Karen Lanigan $20.00
Donald A Kosek $40.00 Wm Strommen $20.00

May 2nd
Family Formation
K-6 Family Formation Upcoming Dates:
May 5th
May 6th
May 9th
May 12th
May 13th
Catholicism Series
Watch a preview at www.catholicismseries.com
Feel free to drop in to any class.
6:30-8:00pm, ‘A’ K-6 Class
9:30-10:00am 1 st Communion
Rehearsal for parish school kids at the
Church
2:00-3:00pm 1 st Communion Mass for
parish school kids at the Church
6:30-8:00pm, ‘B’ K-6 Class (no 2nd
graders)
9:30-10:00am 1 st Communion
Rehearsal for non-parish school kids
at the Church
2:00-3:00pm 1 st Communion Mass for
non-parish school kids at the Church
This Week:
Sunday evening, April 29 th , 7-8:30pm: Episode 9,
“The Fire of His Love: Prayer and the Life of the
Spirit”
Thursday morning, May 3 rd , 9-10:30am: Episode 10,
“World Without End: The Last Things”
Thursday evening, May 3 rd , 7-8:30pm: Episode 8, “A
Vast Company of Witnesses: The Communion of
Saints”
Cost: FREE
Contact: email brantly.millegan@stfxb.org or call
763-684-0075 x105.
FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION
Registration for next year’s Faith Formation for Grades
K-10 is now open! Registrations are due by June 1 st
There are two ways to register:
1. Online: go to www.stfxb.org and fill out the form
2. Paper: pick up a faith formation packet in the back
of the Church or at the Parish Office.
VBS REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Registration for this summer’s VBS is now open! This
year’s theme is A Wilderness Adventure Through the
Sacraments: Jesus in My Heart, and will be June 18 th -
22 nd , 9:00am-12noon. VBS is open to all children who will
be finishing preschool through 4 th grade this June.
There are two ways to register:
1. Online: go to www.stfxb.org and fill out the form
2. Paper: pick up a VBS registration form in the
back of the Church or at the Parish Office
Earn Works of Mercy Hours!
We need volunteers for VBS! VBS Volunteers earn
Works of Mercy hours. If you are 5 th grade or older, you
are eligible to volunteer for VBS. Each parent who
volunteers gets the fee waived for one of their children.
We’re going to need lots of volunteers to help in many
areas including small groups, crafts, music, food, games,
decorating, photography, child care, etc.
You can sign up to be a volunteer online or with a form
available in the back of Church or at the Parish Office.
Our first VBS volunteer meeting will be Monday, June 4 th ,
3:45-4:45pm. You will be invited (though not required) to
join us decorating every morning June 11 th -14 th .
Registrations and volunteer forms are due by May 25 th
ARE YOU DOING ANYTHING ABOUT
YOUR PRO-LIFE CONVICTIONS?
Birthright of Monticello is in great need of
volunteers. Birthright is a non-profit crisis pregnancy
center that provides caring, non-judgmental support to
women and girls faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
With over 400 chapters worldwide, Birthright uses its own
resources and those of the community to offer positive
and loving alternatives. All of our services are completely
free and confidential, including pregnancy tests, diapers,
baby clothes and more.
We would love to expand our office hours but are having
trouble filling our current schedule. We ask for just four
hours of your time each month. Please give it some
serious thought and call Julie Miriovsky at 763-684-0966
if you are interested. No experience is necessary —
training is provided. Our next training session is May 5th.

Faith Formation
LIFTED Tonight!
Youth Room – celebrate the newly Confirmed
10th grade students with cake! YUM!
Sunday, April 29th @ 7-9pm
May ACTIVE
May 19th ~ Pray at an Abortion Clinic and
STFX Hunger Games. More details to come!
Paintball St Francis Xavier vs St Tim’s
A friendly, yet highly competitive, paintball war!
Date: May 12th, 8am-2pm
Locations: Special Forces, Buffalo
Cost: $45 for Renters, $40 if you have your own
equipment; Extra paint can be purchased from Debbie at
$10 for 500 rounds. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Bring extra if you want something specific. Extra paint
can be purchased day of but not in advance.
Deadline: Wednesday, May 2nd
Congratulations to our Confirmation Students
Zachary Adams Hannah Johnson
Casey Anderson Joseph Kemp
Alyssa Baldwin Sarah Knack
Paige Baldwin Ashley Knutson
Jacob Barry Rachel Koch
Alicia Berkenes Zachary Leinonen
Dalton Bliss Benjamin Lepinski
Matthew Boeckers Kaylee Lingen
Ellie Botzet Austin Maffei
Maria Braun Katherine Manz
Darrin Brown Amy Marquette
Zachary Bussmann Regan Miller
Coy Coolen Gabriella Munsterteiger
Cambria Daniels Samuel Ortman
Madison Day Alexa Pachan
Emily Dearing Alex Pahl
Kirsten Dolman Sarah Patterson
Ashley Edlund Rachel Piram
Jessica Faust Madeleine Purcell
Russell Gilmer Katelyn Radford
Michael Gladitsch James Remer
Garrett Grage Hannah Schaust
Justine Green Justine Stensby
Dylan Hanson Lauren Thielen
Chelsey Henson Kelley Vassar
Kelsey Holker Alex Wehmhoff
Nathan Holmquist Paige Yager
Austin Johnson Kelly Zelko
Eucharistic Adoration
Do You Want to
Experience Christ?
Try coming to Eucharistic Adoration. This
is quiet time, generally an hour, spent in
prayer before Jesus present in the
Eucharist. You will deepen your personal
relationship with Jesus, helping you grow
in faith, hope, and love.
Please consider signing up for one
specific hour each week. There are
several open times that need to be filled.
The table below displays the times that have the greatest
need for adorers. If you would like to become a
scheduled adorer, please contact any of the coordinators
listed below for the hour(s) you are interested in covering:
Midnight to 6:00am: Patricia Riley (682-9772)
6:00am to Noon: Joan Schmitz (682-4456)
Noon to 6:00pm: Terri Dick (684-1965)
6:00pm to Midnight: Marilyn Quigley (682-1908)
Time Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
12 am - 1 am
1 - 2 am
2 - 3 am
3 - 4 am
4 - 5 am
5 - 6 am
6 - 7 am
7 - 8 am
8 - 9 am
9 - 10 am
10 - 11 am
11 - 12 noon
12 - 1 pm
1 - 2 pm
2 - 3 pm
3 - 4 pm
4 - 5 pm
5 - 6 pm
6 - 7 pm
7 - 8 pm
8 - 9 pm
9 - 10 pm
10 - 11 pm
11 pm - 12 am
2 scheduled adorers but more are welcome
Adorer needed
One adorer (second adorer appreciated)

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful,
committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's
the only thing that ever has.”
I’m sure I have shared this quote by Margaret Mead before. It’s one of my favorites! As a Catholic School
Principal, I see the message of this passage coming true over and over. Last weekend’s Back to the Prom
was another example….it was truly AMAZING!!! Those in attendance feasted on delicious food, mingled with
friends old and new, took a chance at the “Wall of Wine”, bid on desirable items on both the silent and live
auctions, and danced the night away. I’m sure all would agree that the event was an amazing success...with
everyone having a great time raising money for a cherished school!
Although this event has evolved into a great success, it would never have gotten this far without that first
small group of committed people.– staff, parents, etc.– who, with hard work and determination, created the
first Spring Fever Extravaganza 11 years ago. St. Francis Xavier School is blessed to have had that first small
group of people and small groups evolving ever since. For it is through their effort, energy and dedication to
this school that we are able to raise funds that enhance our educational programs and have fun doing it.
Each year the school staff, along with Father Hennen’s input, comprises a large-item wish list for Spring
Fever. Below is a copy of that list. We were blessed to have several of our items purchased by those in
attendance Saturday night. If you were not able to join us, but would like to help out, please contact me by
phone or email. Any donation is appreciated – and you can surely specify which of the following items you’d
like to help with!
7 projectors for classrooms at $900 each (all were purchased Saturday night! THANK YOU!!!)
Onsite guidance and counseling services for all students – 4 hours/month - $3600 ($1300 was
donated Saturday night – still looking for $2300)
iPads for a mobile classroom at $400 each – wishing for 20–25 (six were donated Saturday night
– still looking for 14–19 more)
We also have six wine storage cubes available for sale for $20 each.
Hats off to this year’s Spring Fever Committee and all those who attended, donated, and prayed for its
success! Your devotion is immeasurable and our gratitude is overflowing! May you be blessed abundantly!
In Christ’s Peace,
Kim
More School News
RCIA CANDIDATES
CONFIRMED AT EASTER VIGIL:
Heather Marie (Namanny) Biske
Amanda Jan Edmonson
Jason James Joseph Halderson
Lindsay Dawn (Berg) Hourscht
Christopher Michael Kotish
Aaron Dean McClay
Jacob Dean Nelson
Marisa Jean Tolley
Katherine Rose Anne (Glowaski Ybarra
Elizabeth Christian Clare Zander
Laura Ann Zupek
Michael Laurence Luke Simeon
Congratulations
APRIL WEDDINGS:
April 14th — Marcel Bartik & Heather Milligan
April 21st — Kendrick Solomon & Crystal Belanger
April 28th — Nick Johnson & Mary Kleist
APRIL BAPTISMS:
Logan Earl Bodin, child of Aaron & Jill Bodin
Abbie Jo Bresnahan, child of Ryan & Brandi Bresnahan
Blane Landen Correll, child of Aaron & Abbey Correll
Elle Phoebe Cottew, child of John & Jennifer Cottew
Jaelyn Marie Jones, child of Demetrius & Amanda Jones
Alexa Mary Kiernan, child of Daniel & April Kiernan
Giovanni Daisuke Woelke, child of Dustin & Vera Woelke
Adelaide Esther Millegan, child of Brantly & Krista Millegan
Carlee Jo Otten, child of Ryan & Carrie Otten
Alexander Dale Rokke, child of Kent & Shannon Rokke

Ministry Schedule for May 5-6, 2012
5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM
Remember In Prayer
Sacristan Bob Pahl Gael Jakel Kathy Berg Tracy Colson-Brandes TBD
Lector Nell Wohlenhaus Carol Fiedler Edna Knoblauch Teri Thielen Val Enter
Eucharistic
Ministers
Altar Servers
Ushers
Weekly Calendar
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
6:00pm Reconciliation Church
7:00pm Mass: Bill Marston+ Church
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
9:00am Mass: Duane Auger+ Trinity Hall
Thursday, May 3, 2012
7:00am Reconciliation Church
7:30am Mass: Sandy Zanoth+ Church
Friday, May 4, 2012
7:00am Reconciliation Church
7:30am Mass: Ronald Loch+ Church
Saturday, May 5, 2012
3:30pm Reconciliation Church
4:35pm Rosary Church
5:00pm Mass: Rory Gavic+ Church
Sunday, May 6, 2012
7:05am Rosary Church
7:30am Mass: Kathleen Kramer+ Church
9:00am Mass: Parishioners of St. Francis Xavier Church
10:30am Mass: Theresa Ludwig+ Church
2:00pm Mass: 1st Communicants Church
Mary Jo Gapinski
Sue Miller
Dick Miller
Lois Pahl
Triston Kosek
Brett Otten
Steve Buschel
Alex Pahl
Judie Rose
Gene & Dan VanLith
David Fiedler
Carol Fiedler
Mary Peters
Pat Whalen
Luke Boyle
Ben Kunze
Chandler Ross
Jane Filek
Jenna Muntifering
Chris Muntifering
Josh Muntifering
Bill Baker
Karen Baker
Mary Duerr
Mary Jo Stubstad
Lydia Berg
Emma Kalis
Maddie Kramber
Sandy Dickerman
Greg Dickerman
Bob Fix
Dale Lesser
Dan Gladitsch
Michael Holmstrom, Jr
Becky Mortvedt
Lois Nevinski
Mika Colson
Jenene Jacobs
Vince Flatla
Michael Sr. Holmstrom
Jon Thielen
Ed Thielen
Hospitality Cady / Hopkins Botzet / Winter Jody K. & Amanda R.
Lake Ridge Larry & Janet Hance
Park View Ken & Maria Felger
Sunrise Andrina Ringquist
Lila Asfeld
Sharon Hausladen
Terrence Baucom
Virginia Dickerman
Keith Kulzer
Katie Monnens
Jolene Dickerman
Janet Endres
Gordon Zumbusch
Clare Elliott
Dennis Stuhr
DeeDee Wood
Evie Ferris
Jan Hance
Marv Jopp
Jim Pfleghaar
Bulletin Article Submissions
Articles are due at noon on Tuesday for the following
weekend’s bulletin. Please submit articles to Preston at
preston.allex@stfxb.org.
Measure of Our Treasure to the Lord
Collection: Weekend of April 22nd $11,360
Church Preservation Fund Balance ($951)
Scripture for the week of April 29, 2012
29 SUN Acts 4:8-12/1 Jn 3:1-2/Jn 10:11-18
30 Mon Acts 11:1-18/Jn 10:1-10
1 Tue Acts 11:19-26/Jn 10:22-30 or Gn 1:26—2:3 or
Col 3:14-15, 17, 23-24/Mt 13:54-58
2 Wed Acts 12:24—13:5a/Jn 12:44-50
3 Thu 1 Cor 15:1-8/Jn 14:6-14
4 Fri Acts 13:26-33/Jn 14:1-6
5 Sat Acts 13:44-52/Jn 14:7-14
6 SUN Acts 9:26-31/1 Jn 3:18-24/Jn 15:1-8
2:00 PM
(1st Communion)
Deacon Sherman Otto
Allen Smith
TBD
Nathan Smith
Lucas Smith
TBD

Staff Directory
Staff Emails
firstname.lastname@stfxb.org
Example: David.Hennen@stfxb.org
Pastor: Fr. David Hennen • Ext. 111
Deacon: Deacon Sherman Otto • Ext. 104
Business Administrator: Susan Evans • Ext. 102
Bookkeeper: Joe Dzurik • Ext. 103
Parish Receptionist: • Ext. 100
Director of Music: Toni Diem • Ext. 109
Director of Family Formation:
(Adult and K-6th grade)
Director of Youth Formation
and Ministry (7-10th grade)
Brantly Millegan
• Ext. 105
Debbie Gladitsch
• Ext. 110
Principal: Kim Zumbusch • Ext. 204
School Admin. Asst: Ann Greenhagen • Ext. 201
Education Committee: STFXEAC@stfxb.org
If there is an EMERGENCY and you need to reach
Fr. David Hennen,
Call 763-684-0075 and press option 6
Marriage:
Call Faith Center at least 6 months in advance to schedule wedding
Baptismal Classes:
Call Faith Center to schedule Baptism Class and Celebration Date
Baptism Celebration:
Third Weekend of the Month:
Saturday after 5:00pm Mass or Sunday after 10:30am Mass
Parish Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Trustees
Margery Duffey Jeremy Berndt
Parish Pastoral Council Finance Council
Pat Whalen, Chair
pastoralcouncil@stfxb.org
Kelly Boyle Randy Bunting
Mike Trossen Michelle Studnicka
Randy Latzig Rita Rasset
Wayne Shamla Sandy Cich
Sacraments
Ministry Chairpersons
Jerry Borgerding, Chair
financecouncil@stfxb.org
Mary Jo Stubstad Rock Bobick
Mary Duerr Joe Coolen
Tom Kuzma Judy Weldele
Adoration: Doug Nevinski Liturgy: Kathy Peterson
Altar Servers: Fr. Hennen Park View & Lake Ridge: Becky Berndt
Building and Grounds: Dave Marquette Sacristans: Debbie Gladitsch
Eucharistic Ministers: Ron Muntifering Sunrise: Jerry Kelly
Hospitality: Ruth Ann Rolfzen Ushers: Jane Filek