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PARISH NEWS - 2010

REGISTRATION FORMS

Confirmation
Religious Education
Middle School Youth Rally
Consent Form/Liability Waiver

Sesquicentennial Celebration
Dec 2007-Dec 2008

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2010-11
registration form
Calendar

TEC- TEENS ENCOUNTER CHRIST
Tec is a 3 day Catholic retreat experience for high school seniors

Click here for information and online registration

PARISH ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Fr. Podhajsky would like to thank all who helped in any way to make this year’s Ice Cream Social such a success,

either by helping at the social or donating one of the delicious pies or cakes. We at I.C. especially want to thank

John and Connie Fosdick for their organization and planning of the social, Barb Klawiter and crew for our

Maid-rite Style Sand-wiches, and Walter Huk for donating 25 lbs of Hamburger.

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS

click above to download registration form

The Great Adventure
Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come
10-Week Bible Study

In Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come, Jeff Cavins explores one of the most
talked-about books in Scripture to demonstrate how the Kingdom established by
Christ in His Church is intimately connected with the Kingdom of Heaven, especially
through the celebration of the Mass. You will also learn what all the mysterious
figures and images of Revelation represent, as well as what will happen during the
Second Coming of Christ, what has already happened, and what is happening now
in salvation history.

Dates: Begins Sunday, September 12, 2010 (10 weeks)
Location: Immaculate Conception Church — Scotus Hall
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cost for Materials: $30 per person
Participants will need to bring a Catholic Bible to the study.

The deadline for registration is Friday, August 13, 2010! Space is limited.
For additional information, please contact Denise Coates at the parish office at (319) 362-7181.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

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LOST ISLAND WATER PARK
June 16
grades 6-12

click here for information

Download consent form/liability waiver referred
to in section 1 of permission form.

As a culmination to the Matthew Kelly mission this week a luncheon was held in Chihak Hall for
Kelly and area priests. Priests from both the Archdiocese of Dubuque and Davenport were invited.

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First Communion - April 25

Photo courtesy of Ed Laub Photo

Jack Adams
Monica Bean
Ana Maria Caicedo
Carson Gorton
Natalie Kelly
Jalen Schunter
Luis Diego Vega
Ashley Montano
Jessica Tecuapetla

Celine Alvarez
Carter Bell
Israel Cruz
Dominic Jiacinto
Hugo Luna
Peyton Smith
Jessica Ventura
Jonathan Hernandez
Danna Abigail Troche

Blake Bartz
Derik Bunten
Christian Garcia
Jenifer Jimenez
Bianca Phillips
Kristo Ugalde -Gonzalez
Jessica Ramirez
Porfirio Tecuapetla Jr.
Natalee Eckley

IT IS WITH GREAT JOY
that we welcome the following who have

become members of our Catholic Family at Easter Vigil:

Abby Seelau, Edmond Miles, Kathy Rowray

SAVE THE DATE

April 25-26

New York Times bestselling author and world renowned Catholic speaker, Matthew Kelly, will be visiting Immaculate Conception, April 25-26 , at 7:00 p.m. both nights! In 1993, at the age of 20, Australian born Matthew Kelly began his Catholic ministry and over the past decade has spoken to over 3 million people in more than 50 countries. Kelly is the author of twelve books including the New York Times bestseller, The Rhythm of Life; Rediscovering Catholicism; The Dream Manager; and his latest, Why Am I Here, a children’s book. With a fresh perspec-tive and youthful approach, Matthew Kelly brings us an energizing message that springs forth from his passion for life and Catholicism. Matthew Kelly awakens our hearts and minds with a vision that sets us free to celebrate ourselves as unique individuals: “God’s dream for us is that we become the best-version-of-ourselves. It is in pursuing this dream that we find lasting happiness in a changing world.” Keep watching the bulletin for more information! Do not miss the opportunity to hear one of the most sought-after voices of our time!

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St Wenceslaus St. Monica’s Circle Kolach Bake

Saturday, April 24

Only advanced phone orders will be taken

Call orders in April 20 or 21 to 373-0897 or 365-4560

10am - 5pm. Orders should be picked up Sat. Apr. 24 in the gym 1:00 - 3:30 pm.

26.TOO---YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

In recent years I have used my running in an attempt to raise both awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life and its fight against cancer. My hope is to inspire many people to join in this fight; to be a vehicle to help others help me make a difference. The video of April 2009’s run can still be seen at: http://www.kcrg.com/younews/43365502.html
This is the 26th year of Relay for Life and a marathon is 26.2 miles…to tie that together I will run a marathon at each of the Relays listed below with the marketing idea: you don’t have to be able to run 26 miles…. there is another way you can help make a big difference…

“You don’t have to run 26.2 to 26.too

April 9 University of Northern Iowa
April 30 CR Kennedy High School
May 7 Springville High School

Please consider “doing a marathon” by donating $26.20.

If 26.20 is more than you can contribute consider doing a “marathon relay” and have one or more others chip in with you for a total of 26.20

Make checks to American Cancer Society

        Please contact me for more details
                                                                                                                        Dave Martin
                                                                                                                      362-8061 ext 202

Confirmation 2010-11

Registration has begun for the 2010-11 school year. Candidates must be age 15 by May 15 2011.
Call the Parish Office or click below to download an enrollment form.

enrollment form

LENTEN/EASTER TIMES

Ash Wednesday, Feb. 17: Mass - 12:05 & 6:45 p.m.
@ I.C. 5:30 p.m. - St. Wence

Feb. 17: Stations of the Cross following 12:05 p.m. Mass I.C.

Feb. 18: St. Wenceslaus: 5:30 p.m. Mass

Feb. 19: Stations of the Cross in Spanish 6 p.m.

Feb. 24: Stations of the Cross following the 12:05 p.m. Mass (12:30) @ I.C.

Feb. 25: St. Wenceslaus: 5:15 p.m. Mass

Feb. 26: Stations of the Cross in Spanish 6 p.m.

Feb. 27-28: Anointing at all Masses

Mar. 3: Stations of the Cross following the 12:05 p.m. Mass (12:30) @ I.C.

Mar. 4: St. Wenceslaus: 5:15 p.m. Mass

Mar 5: Stations of the Cross in Spanish 6 p.m.

Mar. 10: Stations of the Cross following the 12:05 p.m. Mass (12:30) @ I.C.

Mar. 11: St. Wenceslaus: 5:15 p.m. Mass

Mar. 12: Stations of the Cross in Spanish 6 p.m.

Mar. 17: Stations of the Cross following the 12:05 p.m. Mass (12:30) @ I.C.

Mar. 18: St. Wenceslaus: 5:15 p.m. Mass

Mar. 19: Stations of the Cross in Spanish 6 p.m.

Mar. 24: Stations of the Cross following the 12:05 p.m. Mass (12:30) @ I.C.
Mar. 25: St. Wenceslaus: 5:15 p.m. Mass

Mar. 26: Stations of the Cross in Spanish 6 p.m.

Mar. 30: Chrism Mass, 2:00 p.m. St. Raphael’s, Dubuque

Mar 31: Stations of the Cross following the 12:05 p.m. Mass (12:30) @ I.C.

Apr. 1: Holy Thursday Mass, 6:00 p.m. at St. Wenceslaus only

Apr. 2: Good Friday Service, 12:05 p.m. - I.C.
5:30 p.m. - St. Wenceslaus
(No Holy Hour) on Good Friday.

Apr. 3: Easter Vigil at I.C. 7:00 p.m.

Apr. 4: Easter Mass 9:00 a.m. Mass - I.C. & 12:00 p.m. - I.C. in Spanish

Apr. 4: Mass @ St. Wenceslaus @ 10:30 a.m.

Apr. 4: NO 5:30 p.m. Mass @ I.C.

RECONCILIATION SCHEDULE FOR LENT

March 6 - St. Patrick Anamosa, 11 a.m.

March 9 - St. Patrick, CR, 7 p.m.

March 20 - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 11 a.m.

March 23 - St. Joseph, Marion ,7 p.m.

March 29 - St. Jude, 7 p.m.

40 DAYS FOR LIFE: Pope Benedict echoes Pope John Paul II in calling us to build a civilization of love:
where the rights and dignity of each person – especially those most vulnerable, the unborn and the frail elderly – are respected from conception until natural death. Feb. 17 - March 28 there will be prayer for greater respect for human life. Save the lives of adults as well as children from abortion through prayer, fasting, community outreach and a vigil at Planned Parenthood. Questions can be directed to Sue Martinek 366-1684. All are welcome and encouraged to attend the following times and hosting locations:
    Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church: Monday night Rosary @ 7 p.m.,
    outside Planned Parenthood: Tuesday 2 p.m. Rosary,
    St. Ludmila Church: Tuesdays 6 p.m. Mass followed by Adoration until 8:15 Benediction,
    outside Planned Parenthood: Wednesday noon Rosary,
    St. Matthew: Thursday Adoration 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
    Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church: Friday 6:30 a.m. Mass,
    Outside Planned Parent-hood: Saturdays 11 a.m. Rosary

OPEN FORUM: The Parish Council will be hosting an Open Forum following the
9 a.m. Mass on Sunday, March 14 in Scotus Hall. The Parish Council will give a
brief update on a couple of items of interest, followed by time for questions. All are
welcome.
Topics: Number of New Families (envelope holders) that have joined the
parish since??
Overview of Parish Finances
Projects completed &/or being worked on:
          Roof-Tuckpointing & rework of scuppers & flashings
          Installed new boilers-payback is less than 3 years
          Rectory repairs & updates-
         “Open House” showcased these
         Handicap drop off area redo
         Refinished doors on 3rd Ave entrance
Open up for questions

Theology on Tap

The Cedar Rapids area Theology on Tap Committee is pleased to announce a new Lenten Series, meeting every Thursday in March at the Chrome Horse Saloon. All young adults ages 21-39 are invited to gather for faith discussions, fellowship, and your favorite beverages at the Chrome Horse Saloon, beginning at 7:00 PM.

March 4 - Why Can't Catholics cut out the Middle-man? Sin and Reconciliation. If forgiveness comes from God, why should I tell my sins to a priest? And if I can be forgiven any time, why shouldn't I wait to be forgiven later?
For Catholics, Lent is a season to reflect a little bit extra on our sins, so we'll talk about what it means to sin and how we can use confession to repair our relationship with God. Fr. Nick March will present on this topic.

March 11: Angels and Demons - and we don't mean with Tom Hanks

March 18: The Bible, the Wall-Street Journal, and Hansel and Gretel: Where is the Truth?,

March 25: War (on Terror): What is it Good For?

Catholic Charities Flood Recovery Update- Jan. 2010

The daffodil is the first flower of spring and a symbol of hope. To the American
Cancer Society, the daffodil represents the hope we all share that cancer will one day
be eliminated. This hope is renewed every spring with the blooming of daffodils.

$10 Bunch (approx 10 daffodils) $25 Gift of Hope bouquet

$15 Bunch & a Vase $25 Bear & a Bunch

$15 Dainty Daffodils $25 Bear Hugs for Hope

$75 Sunshine Bouquet

Learn more:Contact Dave Martin at 319-362-8061 ext 202

SAT MARCH 13

Westdale Mall Registration 9am/Walk 10-11am

Movin for McAuley is a morning of fun for all ages: kids, adults, students, families, friends & co-workers.
Come and walk laps or just watch; enjoy a bagel and beverage, games for the kids, activities and great prizes!

100% of the proceeds raised benefit the Catherine McAuley Center and its programs.

Visit the Visit the Panera events page or
the online registration at
www.movinformcauley.eventbrite.com