Daily Holy Mass Times This Week
Monday
Monday
7:30am - St. Patrick
Tuesday & Thursday
7:30am - Christ the King
Tuesday & Thursday
7:30am - Christ the King
8:30am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
Wednesday & Friday
Wednesday & Friday
7:30am - St. Patrick
8:30am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
Saturday
9am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
Weekend Holy Mass Times
Saturday (Vigil)
4:00pm - St. Patrick
5:00pm - Christ the King
Sunday
7:30am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
9:00am - Christ the King
9:00am - St. Patrick
10:30am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
Saturday
9am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
Weekend Holy Mass Times
Saturday (Vigil)
4:00pm - St. Patrick
5:00pm - Christ the King
Sunday
7:30am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
9:00am - Christ the King
9:00am - St. Patrick
10:30am - Immaculate Heart of Mary
Confession Schedule
Weekdays - 30 mins prior to Holy Mass
Weekends - 40 mins prior to Holy Mass
Weekdays - 30 mins prior to Holy Mass
Weekends - 40 mins prior to Holy Mass
*subject to change, check pastorate26.com/parish-calendar
Eucharistic Adoration
Mary Morning Star Chapel
Mary Morning Star Chapel
Mon-Fri: 6am-8pm
(closed Thurs 12-2pm)
(closed Thurs 12-2pm)
Overnight Adoration at IHM
Last Wed of the month
Last Wed of the month
Office Hours
Christ the King:
Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm, Fri 9am-12pm
Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm, Fri 9am-12pm
Immaculate Heart of Mary:
Fri 9am-12pm
Fri 9am-12pm
608-838-9797
TO THE FAITHFUL OF STELLA MARIS PASTORATE,
This Sunday, we celebrate and acknowledge God's beautiful gift of motherhood. In a special way on Mother's Day, we are reminded to cherish the gift of life that we have received from our mothers. On this day, we show our appreciation for the many ways they have nurtured and cared for us with the maternal instincts and love that God has entrusted them with.
On Mother's Day, and throughout the month of May, we honor Mary, the blessed mother of Jesus, mother of the Church, and our spiritual mother. In most Catholic churches (and even in many Catholic homes), a “May Altar” is erected with a statue or picture of Mary, flowers, and perhaps candles. The altar stands from May 1-31 as a reminder of Mary’s importance in the life of the Church and in our own lives.
Additionally, our pastorate is celebrating May Crownings at each church: CTK was on May 4, IHM will be on May 11, and SP on May 18. Filiae Mariae girls lead the processions of children with flowers and will crown the statues of Mary with floral crowns to signify her queenship as the mother of Christ the King.
As we celebrate the vocation of motherhood, it is also important to remember that Mother's Day can be a difficult day for many people, including married couples struggling with infertility, parents who have lost children, those who have lost or are separated from their own mothers, and those who are facing unplanned or difficult pregnancies.
Finally, on this Mother's Day, let us remember to thank God for the gift of human life, and to do all that we can to support expectant mothers and their unborn
children.
To Jesus through Mary,
Fr. Chad M. Droessler
Congratulations & God’s blessings to these children who received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion at St. Patrick Church on May 4!
Announcements
Our Prayers & Sympathy
to the family and friends of:
to the family and friends of:
† Claire Armbrecht
† James Armbrecht
† Joanne Miller
† Mark Moriarty
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
Trustee Election
We will be holding an election for new parish trustees. The parish civil corporation includes two lay parishioners - known as Trustees - along with the Diocesan Bishop, Vicar General and Pastor. The term of each position is two years, which may be renewable. We currently have two nominated candidates. Any active parishioner over the age of 21 who would like to add their name to the ballot should contact our office before May 18 to discuss other qualifications.
Rosary Leaders Needed at IHM
If you are interested and available to lead the Rosary before any of the 8:30 Masses on Tuesday - Friday, please contact Julie Allington at julieallington@gmail.com or 715-862-2523. Rosaries and prayer guides are available.
If you are interested and available to lead the Rosary before any of the 8:30 Masses on Tuesday - Friday, please contact Julie Allington at julieallington@gmail.com or 715-862-2523. Rosaries and prayer guides are available.
2025 Wedding Anniversary Mass
Couples celebrating 25, 50, 55, 60+ years of marriage—or their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd anniversary—in 2025 are invited to a special Mass of Thanksgiving with Bishop Hying on August 24 at St. Francis Xavier, Cross Plains. This is an invitation-only event. Please contact our office 608-221-1521 by May 16 to have your name submitted.
Couples celebrating 25, 50, 55, 60+ years of marriage—or their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd anniversary—in 2025 are invited to a special Mass of Thanksgiving with Bishop Hying on August 24 at St. Francis Xavier, Cross Plains. This is an invitation-only event. Please contact our office 608-221-1521 by May 16 to have your name submitted.
Mary Morning Star Chapel
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Knights of Columbus Newsletter
This month's newsletter features seminarian Casey Cooney. Casey will be ordained as transitional deacon at 6pm on May 16 at IHM church. Mark your calendars!
This month's newsletter features seminarian Casey Cooney. Casey will be ordained as transitional deacon at 6pm on May 16 at IHM church. Mark your calendars!
RaiseRight
Due to a scheduling conflict, RaiseRight was not available after the 10:30am Mass on May 4. We apologize for the inconvenience. The next sales date is May 18. If cards are needed sooner, email raiseright@ihm-school.org
Due to a scheduling conflict, RaiseRight was not available after the 10:30am Mass on May 4. We apologize for the inconvenience. The next sales date is May 18. If cards are needed sooner, email raiseright@ihm-school.org
National Combined Collection
Next weekend, we will be participating in the National Combined Collection. This appeal supports several important ministries, including Black & Indian Missions, Catholic Human Development, Catholic Communications, Catholic Home Missions, Catholic University of America, the Archdiocese for the Military Services, and the Retirement Fund for Religious. Please pray about how you can support these vital efforts & look for brochures/envelopes in the back of church.
Next weekend, we will be participating in the National Combined Collection. This appeal supports several important ministries, including Black & Indian Missions, Catholic Human Development, Catholic Communications, Catholic Home Missions, Catholic University of America, the Archdiocese for the Military Services, and the Retirement Fund for Religious. Please pray about how you can support these vital efforts & look for brochures/envelopes in the back of church.
Give Your “First Fruits” Back to God
To Parish..........5%
To Diocese.......1%
To Charities......4%
To Parish..........5%
To Diocese.......1%
To Charities......4%
Mass Intentions
Monday May 12
7:30am-SP: † Stan & Patti Rockweiler
Tuesday May 13
7:30am-CTK: † Leo & Lucille Feldkamp
8:30am-IHM: † Flo Smith
Wednesday May 14
7:30am-SP: † John & Jean Marshall
8:30am-IHM: † Charlie Powers
Thursday May 15
7:30am-CTK: † Aaron Alt
8:30am-IHM: Intentions of Samuel Jace
Friday May 16
7:30am-SP: Intention designated by celebrant
8:30am-IHM: † Marlie & Mathilda Gallagher
Saturday May 17
9am-IHM: Intention designated by celebrant
4pm-SP: † Michael Process
5pm-CTK: † Betty Mertens
Sunday May 18
7:30am-IHM: † Robert Theisen
9am-CTK: † Brian Wood
9am-SP: Stella Maris Pastorate
10:30am-IHM: † Glorianne Schroeckenthaler
PASTORATE OFFICE
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ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
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BAPTISM
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MARRIAGE
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MEMBERSHIP
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SICK or HOMEBOUND
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PRAYERS
Email prayer requests here
SHRINE INTENTIONS
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BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS
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PASTORATE MAINTENANCE
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Fr. Chad Droessler
Parochial Administrator
Fr. Mark Foley
Parochial Vicar
Fr. Bill Van Wagner
Parochial Vicar
Deacon Jeff Bond
Permanent Deacon
Congratulations to Ava Marie Strimple who was baptized into God's Church family at IHM on June 26!
Wednesday Formation Night Potluck
Wednesday Formation Night Potluck
Be sure to visit the Blessed Carlo Acutis’ EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF THE WORLD exhibit is this weekend!
FIRST RECONCILIATION
Thank you for your prayers for the following children from our parish preparing to make their First Reconciliation with Father Chad before Mass this weekend! Please
continue to pray for them as they
begin preparations for First Holy
Communion this spring.
Thank you for your prayers for the following children from our parish preparing to make their First Reconciliation with Father Chad before Mass this weekend! Please
continue to pray for them as they
begin preparations for First Holy
Communion this spring.
Teresa A.
Alise B.
Ava D.
Hazel E.
Damien F.
Antonella G.
Alise B.
Ava D.
Hazel E.
Damien F.
Antonella G.
Congratulations and God's blessings to Ian Robert Stickney, who was baptized on April 9, 2023!
From the Finance Office
It was wonderful to share a delicious breakfast at CTK last Sunday!
Daughters of Mary, Filae Mariae
Congratulations and God’s blessings to Vincent George Davis who received the Sacrament of Baptism on February 17!
(Vincent is pictured here with Fr. Joseph Heit, his uncle)
(Vincent is pictured here with Fr. Joseph Heit, his uncle)
The Wednesday Prayer/Adoration Night was beautiful!
We invite you to join us for the next Prayer/Adoration night on November 6!
See the full Wednesday Night schedule at pastorate26.com/discipleship-formation
See the full Wednesday Night schedule at pastorate26.com/discipleship-formation
Gianna Spigner, (pictured) baptized on Dec. 22
Our middle school youth group brought smiles to many of our homebound parishioners through Christmas caroling!
