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Down<strong>to</strong>wn Minneapolis<br />

Serving as a living sign of Christ’s saving<br />

presence in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city<br />

DECEMBER 9, 2012<br />

SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />

<strong>Is</strong> <strong>There</strong> <strong>Enough</strong> <strong>Silence</strong><br />

<strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Word</strong> <strong>to</strong> Be Heard?<br />

by Sr. Joan Tuberty<br />

Two days ago, early in <strong>the</strong> morning, I had a very<br />

disorienting experience. I lost my keys! Although I<br />

was at St. <strong>Olaf</strong>, I could not enter through <strong>the</strong> door<br />

in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> spaces where I needed <strong>to</strong> go <strong>to</strong> do my<br />

work. I felt lost and helpless. As we try <strong>to</strong> enter in<strong>to</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> Season of Advent in preparation <strong>for</strong> Christmas<br />

aren’t we also in need of some KEY <strong>for</strong> opening <strong>the</strong><br />

door in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> mystery of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Word</strong> becoming flesh<br />

and pitching His tent in our very midst…God With<br />

Us! <strong>Silence</strong> and Stillness is considered such a key.<br />

In <strong>the</strong> Gospel reading from St. Luke <strong>for</strong> this Second<br />

Sunday of Advent <strong>the</strong> words of <strong>the</strong> Prophet <strong>Is</strong>aiah<br />

are spoken again through John <strong>the</strong> Baptist. “A voice<br />

of one crying out in <strong>the</strong> desert. Prepare <strong>the</strong> way of<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lord, make straight his path!” This is <strong>the</strong> voice<br />

crying out of God’s incredible love and mercy, shining<br />

in <strong>the</strong> face of <strong>the</strong> Infant Jesus. It is not <strong>the</strong> voice<br />

shouting out in all <strong>the</strong> holidazzle about being first in<br />

line <strong>to</strong> buy! This voice crying out is heard in your<br />

own heart. It is <strong>the</strong> still, small voice that is heard<br />

when you find <strong>the</strong> key <strong>to</strong> open <strong>the</strong> inner chamber of<br />

your own soul. <strong>There</strong> at <strong>the</strong> door of your heart,<br />

God stands and knocks and if you but open, God<br />

will enter.<br />

I hope you will be as eager <strong>to</strong> find <strong>the</strong> true meaning<br />

of Christmas as <strong>the</strong> man pictured in <strong>to</strong>day’s paper,<br />

November 21, who pitched his tent two days be<strong>for</strong>e<br />

<strong>the</strong> opening of <strong>the</strong> doors <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> Black Friday sales at<br />

Best Buy so he could be first.<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> <strong>Church</strong> and Chapel offer silence and stillness<br />

here in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city. Many persons come<br />

here <strong>for</strong> that reason. <strong>There</strong> is nothing you have <strong>to</strong><br />

buy <strong>for</strong> silence, only your willingness <strong>to</strong> let go <strong>for</strong><br />

awhile of <strong>the</strong> big and little things that fill your life so<br />

that you may open your mind and heart <strong>to</strong> receive<br />

<strong>the</strong> <strong>Word</strong> that is spoken in <strong>the</strong> silence.<br />

In <strong>the</strong> Feast of <strong>the</strong> Immaculate Conception on December<br />

8 <strong>the</strong> Annunciation Gospel from St. Luke is<br />

presented in which Mary is <strong>the</strong> prime example offered<br />

as <strong>the</strong> one who hears <strong>the</strong> word spoken <strong>to</strong> her<br />

and holds it with tenderness. May Mary intercede<br />

<strong>for</strong> us that we also may be able <strong>to</strong> respond as she<br />

did, “Yes, I am <strong>the</strong> handmaid of <strong>the</strong> Lord. May it be<br />

done <strong>to</strong> me according <strong>to</strong> your word!”<br />

<strong>Is</strong> <strong>the</strong>re enough silence <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> word <strong>to</strong> be heard?


volume 8, issue 28<br />

Serving as a living sign of<br />

Christ’s saving presence<br />

in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city<br />

215 South 8th Street<br />

Minneapolis, MN 55402-2803<br />

Phone: 612-332-7471<br />

Fax: 612-332-3412<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong>’s S<strong>to</strong>re: 612-767-6217<br />

www.<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org<br />

OFFICE HOURS<br />

9:00 am <strong>to</strong> 4:00 pm<br />

Monday - Friday<br />

Pas<strong>to</strong>ral Staff<br />

Pas<strong>to</strong>r<br />

Fr. Mark Pavlik, 612-767-6201<br />

Associate Pas<strong>to</strong>r<br />

Fr. A. Michael Sauber<br />

612-332-7471, ext. 275<br />

Deacon<br />

Rev. Mr. Thom Winninger<br />

612-332-7471, ext. 238<br />

Parish/Business Administra<strong>to</strong>r<br />

Peter M. Barrett, 612-767-6205<br />

Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Worship & Music,<br />

Organist/Pianist<br />

Dr. Lynn Trapp, 612-767-6213<br />

Assistant in Worship/Music<br />

Direc<strong>to</strong>r, Worship & Sacred Music Series<br />

Anne Susag, 612-767-6214<br />

Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Social Outreach<br />

Joan Miltenberger, 612-767-6211<br />

Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Pas<strong>to</strong>ral Care<br />

Mary Brady, 612-767-6202<br />

Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Faith & Work Program<br />

Carol Bishop, 612-332-7471, ext. 255<br />

Spiritual Counselor,<br />

Centering Prayer Group<br />

Sr. Joan Tuberty, 612-767-6212<br />

Advent and Christmas 2012 at St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

Advent<br />

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION<br />

Monday through Saturday: following morning Mass<br />

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: following 12:00 Noon Mass<br />

Wednesday, December 19, 5:15 PM<br />

Mass of Reconciliation in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Church</strong> followed by individual confessions at 5:45 PM<br />

Thursday, December 20 — 12:30-2:30 PM; 4:30-6:30 PM<br />

Friday, December 21 — 12:30-2:30 PM<br />

Saturday, December 22 — following 8:00 AM and Noon Masses<br />

SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION<br />

Holy Day of Obligation<br />

HOLY DAY MASSES<br />

Friday, December 7 Vigil Mass at 5:15 PM<br />

Saturday, December 8: 8:00 AM, 12:00 Noon<br />

(No confessions will be heard on December 8.)<br />

BENEDICTION TO THE BLESSED SACRAMENT<br />

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION<br />

Fridays, 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Eucharistic Adoration, Chapel<br />

Christmas<br />

MASS SCHEDULE<br />

CHRISTMAS EVE, Monday, December 24<br />

(No 7 AM and Noon Mass. No confessions will be heard on Christmas Eve.)<br />

5:00 PM Mass: Fr. Mark Pavlik, presider<br />

Contemporary Choir and Music Ensemble (Prelude begins at 4:30 PM.)<br />

7:30 PM Mass: Fr. A. Michael Sauber, presider<br />

Can<strong>to</strong>r (Prelude begins at 7:15 PM.)<br />

12:00 Midnight Mass: Fr. Mark Pavlik, presider<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Parish Choir (Prelude begins at 11:30 PM.)<br />

CHRISTMAS DAY, Tuesday, December 25<br />

8:00 AM Mass: Fr. A. Michael Sauber, presider<br />

Can<strong>to</strong>r<br />

10:00 AM Mass: Fr. Mark Pavlik, presider<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Parish Choir (Prelude begins at 9:45 AM.)<br />

12:00 Noon Mass: Fr. A. Michael Sauber, presider<br />

Schola of <strong>the</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Parish Choir (Prelude begins at 11:45 AM.)<br />

4:00 PM Mass: Fr. Mark Pavlik, presider<br />

Contemporary Music Ensemble (Prelude begins at 3:50 PM.)<br />

(Christmas Mass is broadcast at 8:00PM on Tuesday, December 25 on Relevant Radio,<br />

1330 on <strong>the</strong> AM dial and televised on MCN Cable Ch. 6 at Midnight on Monday, December 24<br />

and at 10:00AM on Tuesday, December 25.)


Oh, Baby! WEEK 38<br />

I’ve turned upside down in my Mom’s<br />

womb and I am standing on my head! My<br />

knees are pressed up against my chest and<br />

<strong>the</strong>re’s not much room <strong>to</strong> stretch anymore!<br />

Watch <strong>the</strong> bulletin in <strong>the</strong> coming weeks and track my growth!<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Worship and Sacred Music Series presents<br />

Songs from <strong>the</strong> Heart:<br />

French and Scandinavian Melodies<br />

Music <strong>for</strong> voice and string quartet, An<strong>to</strong>nia Felix, soprano<br />

Saturday, December 8, 1:30 pm<br />

A native of Minneapolis, An<strong>to</strong>nia Felix, has sung on concert and<br />

recital stages throughout <strong>the</strong> United States and Europe. Her<br />

Swedish ancestry and musical studies in Sweden have been <strong>the</strong><br />

inspiration <strong>for</strong> her specialization in Scandinavian art song. Featured<br />

in this program will be works by Scandinavian composers<br />

Edvard Grieg, Allan Pettersson, Ture Rangström and Jean Sibelius<br />

as well as music by Claude Debussy, Federico Mompou,<br />

Ernest Chausson and George Frideric Handel. A freewill offering<br />

will be taken. Reception follows.<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />

Christmas Elves Needed <strong>for</strong><br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Christmas Shop<br />

Volunteers are needed <strong>to</strong> sort Christmas donations<br />

from our Giving Tree and <strong>to</strong> assist<br />

outreach families as <strong>the</strong>y shop <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir gifts.<br />

Helpers are needed from 9:00 am - 12:00<br />

noon and/or 9:00 am - 2:00 pm on Tuesday,<br />

December 11, Wednesday, December 12, Monday, December<br />

17, and Tuesday, December 18. Help make this Christmas time a<br />

special and hopeful time <strong>for</strong> families in need. For more in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />

and <strong>to</strong> volunteer, contact Jean Thoresen at 612-332-7471, ext, 246<br />

or email jthoresen@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org.<br />

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION ON FRIDAYS<br />

INTENTION FOR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14<br />

That all may respect <strong>the</strong> family and recognize it <strong>for</strong> its unmatched<br />

contribution <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> advancement of society.<br />

HELP WANTED<br />

Paid Weekend<br />

Security Ushers<br />

3-12 hours per week. Greet,<br />

seat and help people at weekend<br />

Masses. Maintain security<br />

of St. <strong>Olaf</strong> facilities.<br />

For more in<strong>for</strong>mation, please<br />

contact Don Grant at 612-<br />

767-6209.<br />

. . . . . . . . .<br />

Family Entertainment<br />

<strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> Holidays<br />

Open Window Theatre invites<br />

you <strong>to</strong> “An O. Henry Christmas,”<br />

by Peter Ekstrom,<br />

featuring two heart-warming<br />

one-act musicals based on <strong>the</strong><br />

classic O. Henry s<strong>to</strong>ries, “The<br />

Gift of <strong>the</strong> Magi” and “The<br />

Last Leaf.” All ages will be<br />

captivated by <strong>the</strong>se enduring<br />

tales that capture <strong>the</strong> true spirit<br />

of giving. The play runs<br />

through December 30th.<br />

Open Window Theatre is<br />

located just a few blocks from<br />

<strong>the</strong> Basilica in Minneapolis with<br />

two free parking lots. Visit<br />

www.openwindow<strong>the</strong>atre.org<br />

<strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> per<strong>for</strong>mance schedule<br />

or call 763-732-8091.<br />

Discounts are available <strong>for</strong><br />

students, seniors, and children.


Volunteers Needed<br />

<strong>for</strong> Exodus Christmas<br />

Preparations<br />

More helpers are needed <strong>to</strong><br />

organize and package Christmas<br />

gifts <strong>for</strong> women and men<br />

who live at <strong>the</strong> Exodus Residence.<br />

If you can volunteer<br />

<strong>for</strong> one or both of <strong>the</strong> times<br />

listed below, please contact<br />

Joan Miltenberger at 612-<br />

767-6211 or email her at<br />

jmiltenberger@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org.<br />

Sunday, December 9 from<br />

1:00 – 3:00 pm: Volunteers<br />

are needed <strong>to</strong> organize<br />

and count Christmas gifts of<br />

<strong>to</strong>iletries and winter items<br />

such as hats, scarves, gloves<br />

and socks. Fleming Hall.<br />

Thursday, December 13<br />

from 5:30 - 7:30 pm:<br />

Volunteers are needed <strong>to</strong><br />

package Christmas bags <strong>for</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> residents of Exodus.<br />

During Advent, you are<br />

invited <strong>to</strong> share your gifts <strong>to</strong><br />

meet basic needs of residents<br />

at <strong>the</strong> Exodus, a <strong>Catholic</strong><br />

Charities housing program,<br />

located next <strong>to</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong> on<br />

2nd Avenue.<br />

Ninety six adults who live<br />

in transitional housing at <strong>the</strong><br />

Exodus Residence are on a<br />

journey of stability, recovery<br />

and healing. We can support<br />

and appreciate <strong>the</strong>ir lives<br />

through our Christmas giving.<br />

Visit <strong>the</strong> Christmas tree <strong>for</strong><br />

items needed <strong>for</strong> our<br />

neighbors at Exodus.<br />

Time and Talent Opportunity<br />

You are invited <strong>to</strong> answer <strong>the</strong> call <strong>to</strong> service as a Eucharistic<br />

Minister or an Usher/Greeter at weekend Masses at St. <strong>Olaf</strong>. We<br />

are in need of additional persons <strong>to</strong> be trained in <strong>the</strong>se ministries<br />

<strong>for</strong> service at all Masses, but in particular at <strong>the</strong> 4:00 pm Mass<br />

on Saturday and both <strong>the</strong> 12:00 noon and 4:00 pm Masses<br />

on Sunday. All will be given full training and support <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong>se<br />

valuable positions. In addition, we will work with your availability<br />

and generosity of time as <strong>the</strong> service schedule is <strong>for</strong>med.<br />

Now is <strong>the</strong> time <strong>to</strong> step out of <strong>the</strong> pew and answer this call.<br />

Please contact Anne Susag at 612-332-7471 ext. 260 or<br />

asusag@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org <strong>for</strong> more in<strong>for</strong>mation or <strong>to</strong> join <strong>the</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

team of ministers. Thank you <strong>to</strong> all of our liturgical ministers<br />

who are so generous with <strong>the</strong>ir time and talent in <strong>the</strong> service of<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Parish.<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />

Junior Great Book Club at Risen Christ School<br />

Volunteers who enjoy reading and want <strong>to</strong> share <strong>the</strong>ir love of<br />

literature with 3rd - 5th graders are needed. Book club leaders<br />

must attend training at <strong>the</strong> school on January 10, 12:00 - 1:30<br />

pm. Then, <strong>the</strong>y will meet once a week from January 22 <strong>to</strong><br />

March 1, 12:35 - 1:15 pm, <strong>to</strong> facilitate a discussion of a short<br />

s<strong>to</strong>ry. It’s a fun and exciting way <strong>to</strong> impact Risen Christ students<br />

and help <strong>the</strong>m <strong>to</strong> become critical thinkers as <strong>the</strong>y read. For more<br />

in<strong>for</strong>mation, contact Maggie McCarrick at mmccarrick@risenchristschool.org.<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />

Volunteer <strong>to</strong> be a Picture Person at Risen Christ<br />

Each year volunteers bring <strong>the</strong>ir knowledge, devotion and love of<br />

art <strong>to</strong> Risen Christ students through <strong>the</strong> Minneapolis Institute of<br />

Art’s Art Adventure Program. Grades include kindergarten<br />

through 5th grade. Training sessions are held at <strong>the</strong> Minneapolis<br />

Institute of Art ei<strong>the</strong>r Friday, January 11, from 10:30 am -<br />

1:00 pm OR Thursday, January 24, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. Volunteers<br />

also attend a volunteer meeting at Risen Christ School on<br />

February 21, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. In March and April,<br />

volunteers present lessons in <strong>the</strong> classroom 1-2 hours per week,<br />

using a prepared packet of art reproductions and props, and <strong>the</strong>y<br />

plan an art project <strong>to</strong> compliment each lesson. For more in<strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

or <strong>to</strong> volunteer, contact Maggie McCarrick at 612-822-<br />

5329 ext. 106 or mmccarrick@risenchristschool.org.


New Envelope System<br />

Beginning in January, 2013, we will be utilizing a new system<br />

<strong>for</strong> your offering envelopes. The envelopes will be mailed <strong>to</strong> you<br />

monthly ra<strong>the</strong>r than as one package each year. So often, <strong>the</strong><br />

yearly packages have been received and put away — and<br />

un<strong>for</strong>tunately, <strong>for</strong>gotten. The new monthly system will provide<br />

<strong>for</strong> a more timely receipt and return of your parish financial<br />

support. However, if you would like <strong>to</strong> use electronic giving,<br />

we will be happy <strong>to</strong> set that up <strong>for</strong> you. Just call our office<br />

612-332-7471 and ask <strong>for</strong> Annette. She will send you an<br />

electronic giving application and in<strong>for</strong>mation. At that point you<br />

may or may not cancel your envelopes. If you wish, you may<br />

mark <strong>the</strong> envelope showing you give electronically and put<br />

it in <strong>the</strong> collection basket. If you have not been receiving offering<br />

envelopes, please feel free <strong>to</strong> call <strong>the</strong> office and we will add you<br />

<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> recipient’s list.<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />

Volunteers Needed <strong>for</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong>’s <strong>Catholic</strong><br />

<strong>Church</strong> Social Outreach Program<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> Outreach ministry has several special volunteer opportunities<br />

available. Daily volunteers are needed <strong>to</strong> assist guests with<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir food, clothing, and transportation needs. When not meeting<br />

with guests, volunteers sort and organize donations, along with<br />

o<strong>the</strong>r special projects. Volunteer hours are available from 9:00<br />

am <strong>to</strong> 2:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. This is an<br />

unique opportunity <strong>to</strong> live out your faith through relationships<br />

with our bro<strong>the</strong>rs and sisters in need and our down<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

neighbors. Ongoing training is provided. If you are interested<br />

in this ministry, contact Jean Thoresen, Assistant in Social<br />

Outreach, <strong>for</strong> an application and <strong>to</strong> schedule a <strong>to</strong>ur: 612-332-<br />

7471 ext. 246 or jthoresen@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org.<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong> provides <strong>the</strong> option of online credit card transactions<br />

<strong>for</strong> giving. To make an online contribution, simply go <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> St.<br />

<strong>Olaf</strong> website at www.<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org and click on “Donations”, <strong>the</strong>n<br />

“Donation Forms.” You use this <strong>to</strong> make your regular pledge<br />

payment. Or, you may choose <strong>to</strong> use Electronic Funds transfer<br />

which enables you <strong>to</strong> authorize your bank <strong>to</strong> withdraw a<br />

specified amount of funds from your bank account <strong>to</strong> be electronically<br />

transferred <strong>to</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong>. This way you know your pledge<br />

is being fulfilled on a regular basis with no need <strong>to</strong> write checks<br />

or use envelopes. To sign up <strong>for</strong> electronic funds transfer, please<br />

call Annette at <strong>the</strong> office at 612-332-7471 <strong>for</strong> assistance.<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

Book<br />

Club<br />

The St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

Book Club is looking <strong>for</strong> new<br />

members <strong>to</strong> join <strong>the</strong>ir lively,<br />

monthly discussions led by<br />

Fr. Mark Pavlik. Members<br />

choose books that cover a<br />

wide variety of <strong>to</strong>pics, from<br />

literary novels <strong>to</strong> <strong>Church</strong><br />

his<strong>to</strong>ry and <strong>the</strong>ology.<br />

If you are interested in joining<br />

one or more of <strong>the</strong>se conversations,<br />

contact Fr. Mark at<br />

mpavlik@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org or<br />

612-767-6201.<br />

A description of each book<br />

plus more titles can also be<br />

found at: www.<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org/<br />

parish-organizations/book-club.<br />

Upcoming discussions<br />

include:<br />

Edith Stein and<br />

Companions<br />

by Fr. Paul Hamans<br />

Sunday, December 30<br />

at 1:00 pm<br />

39 New <strong>Saint</strong>s You<br />

Should Know<br />

by Brian O’Neel<br />

Sunday in January, 2013<br />

(date <strong>to</strong> be determined)<br />

Interior Freedom<br />

by Jacque Philippe<br />

Sunday in February, 2013<br />

(date <strong>to</strong> be determined)


HELP WANTED<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong>’s S<strong>to</strong>re<br />

Permanent half-time<br />

S<strong>to</strong>re Associate<br />

~<br />

Retail experience needed<br />

~<br />

Com<strong>for</strong>t with POS system/<br />

computer software<br />

~<br />

Flexible / regular hours<br />

~<br />

For more in<strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

please contact Peter Barrett<br />

612-767-6205<br />

. . . . . . . . .<br />

Down<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Coalition <strong>for</strong><br />

Grief Support<br />

Excellent speakers, trained<br />

facilita<strong>to</strong>rs and a group of<br />

o<strong>the</strong>rs who have experienced<br />

loss make <strong>the</strong>se sessions a<br />

place of healing. It’s possible<br />

<strong>to</strong> walk <strong>the</strong> path of grief<br />

alone, however <strong>the</strong><br />

companionship of o<strong>the</strong>rs<br />

who are also wounded by<br />

loss is tremendously consoling<br />

and powerfully healing.<br />

A small weekly donation<br />

is gratefully accepted.<br />

Meetings every Saturday<br />

from 9:30 - 11:30 am<br />

From September through<br />

December, meetings will<br />

be held at:<br />

First Christian <strong>Church</strong><br />

610 West 28th Street<br />

For more in<strong>for</strong>mation, call<br />

612-317-3454 or email<br />

info@mplsgriefsupport.com<br />

or visit mplsgriefsupport.com<br />

Simply Stewardship . . .<br />

Good stewards believe that God, who has begun this<br />

good work in <strong>the</strong>m, will carry it through <strong>to</strong> completion.<br />

In words and deeds, <strong>the</strong>y can sing with <strong>the</strong> Psalmist,<br />

“The Lord has done great things <strong>for</strong> us; we are filled<br />

with joy!”<br />

PRAYER CORNER<br />

Each week St. <strong>Olaf</strong> receives prayer requests<br />

from parishioners as well as o<strong>the</strong>rs across <strong>the</strong><br />

country and throughout <strong>the</strong> world. Please join<br />

St. <strong>Olaf</strong>’s prayer warriors this week in praying<br />

<strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> following intention:<br />

For C. and T. who have severe gastrointestinal issues, and <strong>for</strong><br />

E. who is autistic and non-verbal in addition <strong>to</strong> suffering from<br />

severe gastrointestinal issues, that <strong>the</strong> Lord will res<strong>to</strong>re each of<br />

<strong>the</strong>m <strong>to</strong> perfect health.<br />

If you have an intention <strong>for</strong> which you would like St. <strong>Olaf</strong>’s<br />

prayer warriors <strong>to</strong> pray or would like <strong>to</strong> become a prayer warrior,<br />

just go <strong>to</strong>: <strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org/church-sacraments/prayer-requests.<br />

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PASTORAL CARE VISITS<br />

Because of <strong>the</strong> Right <strong>to</strong> Privacy Laws, St. <strong>Olaf</strong> is not notified of<br />

parishioners who are hospitalized, homebound, or have entered<br />

a health care facility. We must hear from you, a family member,<br />

or a friend if you would like <strong>to</strong> be visited by someone on <strong>the</strong><br />

Pas<strong>to</strong>ral Care Team. Please call <strong>the</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong> parish office at<br />

612-332-7471 and our receptionist will take <strong>the</strong> necessary<br />

in<strong>for</strong>mation and pass it along <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pas<strong>to</strong>r and <strong>the</strong> Pas<strong>to</strong>ral<br />

Care Team.<br />

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Daily Email Reflections from Deacon Thom<br />

Are you looking <strong>for</strong> a spiritual boost? Deacon Thom Winninger writes<br />

a daily e-mail reflection entitled “Jesus Speaking” that aims <strong>to</strong> do just<br />

that. Discover <strong>the</strong> meaning <strong>to</strong> your life. Encounter Jesus on a daily basis.<br />

Learn how <strong>to</strong> live faith in everything you do. Jesus is speaking <strong>to</strong><br />

you through <strong>the</strong>se daily morning and evening scripture reflections. To<br />

sign up <strong>to</strong> receive <strong>the</strong> daily reflections, just email Deacon Thom Winninger:<br />

twinninger@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org.


27th Annual Minnesota Homeless<br />

Memorial March and Service<br />

A remembrance <strong>for</strong> those who have died in shelters and on <strong>the</strong><br />

streets in 2012 on Thursday, December 20. All are welcome!<br />

5:00 pm: March & Silent Vigil (Hennepin County Government<br />

Center, 3rd Avenue South & 5th Street South, Minneapolis) The<br />

march will proceed along Nicollet Mall, south <strong>to</strong> 28th Street. St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

parishioners should meet at 4:45 pm near <strong>the</strong> parking lot. We will take<br />

a city bus back <strong>to</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong>.<br />

6:30 pm: Service of Remembrance (Simpson United Methodist<br />

<strong>Church</strong>, 2740 1st Avenue South)<br />

7:30 pm: Community Meal (Simpson Shelter, lower level of Simpson<br />

United Methodist <strong>Church</strong>)<br />

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />

Christmas Floral<br />

Dedications<br />

The worship department/liturgical environment<br />

ministry at St. <strong>Olaf</strong> invites you <strong>to</strong> dedicate a<br />

loved one in prayer by offering beautiful<br />

Christmas plants <strong>for</strong> our worship spaces<br />

during <strong>the</strong> Christmas season. Members dedicated may be living or<br />

deceased. Donation is $20 <strong>for</strong> each individual floral dedication naming<br />

one person, a couple, or family group. All names dedicated in prayer<br />

will be printed in <strong>the</strong> Christmas church bulletin, but will not appear<br />

on <strong>the</strong> plants. Fill out <strong>the</strong> following <strong>for</strong>m and submit with check made<br />

payable <strong>to</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong> <strong>Church</strong>, with memo: Christmas floral dedication.<br />

Drop in <strong>the</strong> collection basket or at <strong>the</strong> parish office by December 10.<br />

Thank you <strong>for</strong> your participation in this special opportunity <strong>for</strong> community<br />

prayer at Christmas.<br />

From<br />

with dedication <strong>to</strong><br />

From<br />

with dedication <strong>to</strong><br />

From<br />

in memory of<br />

From<br />

in memory of<br />

Donation: $20 <strong>for</strong> each individual plant naming those noted. Total enclosed: $__________<br />

Submit <strong>to</strong> parish office or in collection basket by December 10.<br />

Christmas Giving<br />

Trees <strong>for</strong> Exodus<br />

Christmas Party<br />

and St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

Christmas Shop<br />

Please share <strong>the</strong> gift of Christmas<br />

with our neighbors in need by<br />

participating in our Christmas<br />

Giving Tree program. It’s a little<br />

different this year. We now have<br />

Giving Trees located in <strong>the</strong> foyer<br />

by <strong>the</strong> parking lot entrance and<br />

by <strong>the</strong> skyway entrance. Please<br />

select one or more ornaments<br />

off <strong>the</strong> Giving Tree and <strong>the</strong>n<br />

buy <strong>the</strong> specific item requested,<br />

or a gift <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> age group listed.<br />

You will also see ornaments<br />

labeled: Family Package. Each<br />

family registered <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> St. <strong>Olaf</strong><br />

Social Outreach Christmas Shop<br />

will receive a gift box filled with<br />

items. A handout with gift ideas<br />

is located by <strong>the</strong> tree but please<br />

feel free <strong>to</strong> be creative.<br />

Donations of money are also<br />

appreciated <strong>to</strong> supplement areas<br />

where we need additional items.<br />

Checks can be made out <strong>to</strong> St.<br />

<strong>Olaf</strong> Parish and in <strong>the</strong> memo<br />

line list “SOSOP Christmas<br />

Shop” or “Exodus Christmas<br />

Gifts”. All gifts and checks<br />

must be delivered no later than<br />

December 9.<br />

Last year we served 97 Exodus<br />

Residents, 55 families and 210<br />

children during our Christmas<br />

giving program. Thank you <strong>for</strong><br />

your continued generosity and<br />

please keep <strong>the</strong> individuals and<br />

families you are assisting in<br />

your prayers. Questions can be<br />

directed <strong>to</strong> Jean Thoresen at<br />

612-332-7471 ext. 246 or<br />

jthoresen@<strong>Saint</strong><strong>Olaf</strong>.org.


Preparing <strong>for</strong> Next<br />

Sunday’s Liturgy<br />

DECEMBER 16<br />

3rd Sunday of Advent<br />

FIRST READING:<br />

Zephaniah 3:14–18a<br />

RESPONSORIAL PSALM:<br />

<strong>Is</strong>aiah 12:2–3, 4, 5–6<br />

SECOND READING:<br />

Philippians 4:4–7<br />

GOSPEL:<br />

Luke 3:10–18<br />

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS<br />

Today’s readings are heavily<br />

laden with calls <strong>to</strong> be joyful.<br />

We’re beckoned by <strong>the</strong> prophet<br />

Zephaniah <strong>to</strong> “shout <strong>for</strong> joy.”<br />

Paul tells <strong>the</strong> Philippians <strong>to</strong><br />

“Rejoice in <strong>the</strong> Lord always!”<br />

Luke cites <strong>the</strong> message of John<br />

<strong>the</strong> Baptist as one of “good<br />

news.” This Sunday, often<br />

called Gaudete (“Rejoice”)<br />

Sunday, is our annual reminder<br />

that joy and laughter befit <strong>the</strong><br />

Christian much more than sadness<br />

and gloom. Whenever we<br />

show evidence of a sunrise<br />

ra<strong>the</strong>r than a sunset, we’re providing<br />

<strong>the</strong> world with evidence<br />

of <strong>the</strong> presence of God.<br />

1. If someone asked you what<br />

<strong>the</strong>re is <strong>to</strong> be joyful about in this<br />

world, what would you say?<br />

2. Many of our thoughts and<br />

beliefs are matters of folly. We<br />

foolishly think, <strong>for</strong> example, that<br />

we are perfect. Provide examples<br />

of thoughts and beliefs that are a<br />

matter of similar folly.<br />

3. Share some of <strong>the</strong> ways in<br />

which our faith gives us cause<br />

<strong>for</strong> joy!<br />

MASS SCHEDULE<br />

Music is part of all weekend Masses<br />

Saturday Vigil: 4:00 pm<br />

Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 noon, 4:00 pm<br />

Monday - Friday: 7:00 am, 12:00 noon, 5:15 pm<br />

Saturday: 8:00 am, 12:00 noon<br />

Sacrament of Penance / Confessions<br />

Monday through Saturday: Following morning Mass<br />

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: Following 12:00 noon Mass<br />

Benediction / Adoration<br />

of <strong>the</strong> Blessed Sacrament<br />

Fridays at 12:30 pm, chapel<br />

(following 12:00 noon Mass in <strong>the</strong> church)<br />

Adoration and Exposition of <strong>the</strong> Blessed Sacrament until 5 pm<br />

5:15 pm Mass, chapel<br />

Broadcasts<br />

Sunday 10:00 am Mass is broadcast Sundays at 8:00 pm<br />

on Relevant Radio, WLOL, 1330 AM.<br />

Sunday Mass is broadcast Sundays at 8:00 pm and<br />

Mondays at 10:00 am on MCN Cable TV Channel 6.<br />

Come see <strong>the</strong> wide assortment of cards, gifts,<br />

Advent calendars, music CDs, and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

Christmas goodies — all reasonably priced —<br />

at St. <strong>Olaf</strong>’s s<strong>to</strong>re. And here’s a wonderful<br />

incentive <strong>for</strong> you <strong>to</strong> s<strong>to</strong>p in.<br />

$ OFF<br />

Open Sunday - Thursday<br />

612-767-6217<br />

$5 OFF ANYTHING IN THE STORE<br />

after $10 minimum purchase. One certificate per<br />

cus<strong>to</strong>mer. Not valid with any o<strong>the</strong>r offer or on<br />

special orders. Certificate good 11/4 - 12/23/12.<br />

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Second Sunday of Advent — December 9, 2012<br />

Order of <strong>the</strong> Mass<br />

Ga<strong>the</strong>ring in Prayerful <strong>Silence</strong><br />

BLESSING of ADVENT WREATH<br />

Your Light Will Come, Jerusalem by J. M. Thompson<br />

Sun. 4pm: Christ, Circle Round Us by D. Schutte<br />

KYRIE<br />

by L. Trapp (tune: Condi<strong>to</strong>r alme siderum)<br />

Sun. 4pm: from Mass of Remembrance by M. Haugen #196<br />

Liturgy of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Word</strong><br />

We open our minds and hearts <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Word</strong> of God.<br />

SCRIPTURE READING<br />

Baruch 5:1-9<br />

Rejoice, Jerusalem and be glad! The glory of God will shine upon you.<br />

RESPONSORIAL PSALM<br />

Psalm 126 by M. Guimont<br />

Sun. 4pm: by J. Cortez<br />

SCRIPTURE READING<br />

Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11<br />

Paul prayed <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> Philippians that <strong>the</strong> good work begun in <strong>the</strong>m<br />

may be “filled with <strong>the</strong> fruit of righteousness that comes through<br />

Jesus Christ.”<br />

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION<br />

by L. Trapp/L. Culbert; Sun. 4pm: by M. Joncas<br />

GOSPEL<br />

Luke 3:1-6<br />

John <strong>the</strong> Baptizer proclaimed a baptism of repentance.<br />

HOMILY<br />

PROFESSION OF FAITH<br />

PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL<br />

sung response by T. Alonso<br />

Hymnal #153<br />

Our celebration of <strong>the</strong> Mass lasts about one hour. Why depart early?<br />

“So you could not keep watch with me <strong>for</strong> one hour?”<br />

Jesus, in <strong>the</strong> Garden of Gethsemane, be<strong>for</strong>e he gave his life <strong>for</strong> our salvation<br />

Liturgy of <strong>the</strong> Eucharist<br />

Our communion with <strong>the</strong> Lord and one ano<strong>the</strong>r.<br />

PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS<br />

Within Our Hearts Be Born by M. Joncas #329<br />

Sun. 10am Choir: How Long, <strong>the</strong> Prophets Cried by J. Clemens<br />

Sun. 4pm Ensemble:<br />

My Lord, He <strong>Is</strong> a Comin’ Soon by L. Winnen/J. Cothran<br />

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER ACCLAMATIONS<br />

Veni Emmanuel arr. L. Trapp<br />

The community prayer of praise, petition and thanksgiving is offered.<br />

Christ, <strong>the</strong> Saving Victim is present in <strong>the</strong> consecrated Body and Blood.<br />

THE LORD’S PRAYER<br />

LAMB OF GOD<br />

from Mass of Divine <strong>Word</strong> by H. Hughes<br />

Sun. 4pm: from Psallite Mass by M. Joncas #213<br />

COMMUNION SONG<br />

My Soul in Stillness Waits by M. Haugen #328<br />

Jesus, Hope of <strong>the</strong> World by D. Light/P. Tate<br />

MEDITATION<br />

Sun. 10am Choir: Com<strong>for</strong>t Ye by R. E. Smith<br />

Sun. 4pm: God of All People by D. Haas #331<br />

SENDING FORTH<br />

Prepare <strong>the</strong> Way of <strong>the</strong> Lord by J. Berthier #336<br />

Sun. 4pm: Prepare! Prepare! by S. Pishner<br />

With respect <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> prayerful <strong>to</strong>ne<br />

of <strong>the</strong> season of Advent,<br />

<strong>the</strong>re is no postlude music <strong>to</strong>day.<br />

Copyright Acknowledgements<br />

GIA Publications/Onelicense.net, Chicago, IL. All rights reserved. Used with permission of license.<br />

Your Light Will Come, Jerusalem by J. M. Thompson ©2002; Advent Alleluia by M. Joncas ©1988;<br />

Prepare! Prepare! by S. Pishner ©2007; Come Quickly, Lord by T. Alonso ©2004;<br />

Lamb of God from Mass of Divine <strong>Word</strong> by H. Hughes ©1981;<br />

Licensing, Portland, OR. All rights reserved. Used with permission of license.<br />

Christ, Circle Around Us by D. Schutte ©1995; Psalm 126 by J. Cortez ©1995.<br />

World Library Publications, Franklin Park, IL. All rights reserved. Used with permission of license.<br />

Jesus, Hope of <strong>the</strong> World by P. Tate/D. Light ©2001.

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