Saint Francis Solanus

Liturgical Roles

The Weekly Monitor

18^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 1, 2010

Parish Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 1

1:30 p.m.                     Mass in Spanish

Monday, August 2

7:00 p.m.                     Rosary for Peace

Thursday, August 5

6:30 p.m.                     NFP Class in Bro. Martin Rm.

Saturday, August 7

1:00 p.m.                     Wedding

Sunday, August 8

All Masses                   Missionary Speaker

Church Support

Church…....………………...…….…….….…….….$14,650.70

Loose……..…………………...………..………….…...$1,037.55

Children’s ……………………………………….………..…$23.32

Building…………………..…………………………………$768.00

School…………………………………….……..……….…$914.00

                                                    TOTAL:   $17,393.57

Peter’s Pence…………………………………………….…$50.00

Education Endowment…………………………………$50.00

Alaska Collection…………………………………….$1,609.98

Catholic Charities………………………………….…..$207.00

Banns of Marriage

3^rd Banns

Victoria McEvoy and Joseph Wiewel

2^nd Banns

Jennah Koch and Timothy Jackson

1^st Banns

Jamie Fischer and Brandon Niekamp

Heading Out of Town?

Then be sure to check www.masstimes.org to find the nearest Catholic church near your destination.  This website even has times and proximity information. 

Fr. Don’s Doodlings

Elsewhere in this Bulletin you’ll find information about the Annual Mission Appeal, which will take place next weekend.  I’m sure you will appreciate the presentation that will be given by Fr. Ramon at all the Masses.  And I encourage you to give him a warm reception and to be as generous as you can in the collection that will be taken up.

                Next weekend turns out to be an excellent one for a guest preacher since I will be away, and this will take a bit of the load off of Frs. James and Tom.  Some of you will remember that I had brochures in church some months ago about a tour to Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and culminating in attendance at the Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany.  Well, that’s where I’m headed.

                I’ll be flying out of Chicago on Thursday, Aug. 5^th, and will be across the “pond” for ten days.  For a long time I was paying very little attention to this trip, since it seemed a long way off, and also since I have been rather consumed with things here.  But now that the trip is close I’ve been doing some reading and am getting more excited about this wonderful opportunity as a way of celebrating my 40^th Jubilee in the priesthood.

                This Passion Play has a very long history, going back to 1633, when the people were suffering from the Thirty Years War and also a horrible plague.  The story is that the people of the town prayed to God that they might be spared from the ravages of war and sickness, and that if God protected them they promised to produce a play every ten years depicting the life and death of Jesus.  The death rate went down dramatically, and they’ve kept their promise ever since 1634. 

                This year is the 41^st time they are producing the Passion Play.  It runs from May 15 to October 3, 2010, and there are to be 102 performances, with over 2,000 of the townspeople involved in various different capacities.  Running time for the play is seven hours with a break in the middle for dinner.  So, as I say, I’m looking forward more and more to this once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Please pray that our trip is safe and that it will be a deep and spiritually enriching experience for all in our tour group.

                I want to mention a couple of other things here:

                We are getting geared up for our celebration of the 150^th Anniversary of the founding of St. Francis Solanus Parish with the concert that will be given on August 28^th by Steve Angrisano.  This is going to be a wonderful not-to-be-missed event.  We want it to be a celebration, not only for our own parish, but for the

(continued, Fr. Don’s Doodlings, p. 2)

entire city of Quincy.  So if you haven’t put it in your “Hallmark Date Book” yet, please be sure to do so now.

                And the Mass that Saturday evening will be at 4:00 p.m., followed by a delightful picnic dinner on the grounds here, so that afterward we can walk across the street to the Pepsi Arena at Quincy University for the concert.  The picnic will be in the air conditioned school if the weather is too hot.  The parish is supplying the meat, and you will be invited to bring a dish to share. 

                We’ve invited Bishop Thomas Paprocki to be with us and he is coming!  He will preside and preach at the 4:00 p.m. Mass on August 28^th.  

                Also, since I’ll be away for almost two weeks, I’ll be publishing the Financial Report of the parish in the bulletin, together with a letter, commenting on it, as Fr. Kurt had done in the past.  That should give you some bedtime reading to put you to sleep.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter

“Seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the hand of God” (Today’s Second Reading).  Come and seek Christ’s guidance and strength for your marriage.  The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in this area is September 17^th through 19^th.  Early registration is highly recommended. To register or for more information call 888-889-9963 or go online to www.aweekendofdiscovery.org

SESQUESCENTENNIAL Trivia

Q:  About how many can be seated in balcony? ___170_______________

Q:  How many inches wide are the side aisles? ____62___________

Trash Bags:

Are sold at the rectory all summer long for your household needs.  They come in large yellow and small white varieties.  They are $10 for each roll. 

Gene Grawe Cards:

Just a friendly reminder that the Gene Grawe Cards will be sold at the church rectory all summer until school starts up again in August.  So many people have been stopping by already, we just wanted to be sure everyone didn’t forget to purchase their travel fuel and food cards for the summer months.  Thanks for planning your purchases in advance!

Happy Birthday!

It was on August 3, 1933, in St. Louis, MO, that the Shaughnessy family welcomed Thomas into the world.  It just so happened, that that was the same year that Prohibition ended…a great day for the Irish! 

And now your age is a secret no longer, Fr. Tom. 

Happy Birthday!!!

Protecting God’s Children:

There will be a "Protecting God's Children" Training Session for all who are interested or required to take it.  It will be given at St. Peter's Church, here in Quincy, and can be attended either August 11 at 6:30 p.m., or August 12 at 12:00  Noon.  All who are working with the parish or as volunteers, and especially those who work with children are expected to go through this training, so this is the next opportunity for training here in Quincy.

Victim Assistance

To report Child Sexual Abuse by Church Personnel or to inquire about the Safe Environment Program in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, contact:

Pat Kornfeld

217-321-1155 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Deanery Meeting

The Quincy Deanery Council of Catholic Women will hold a deanery meeting on August 5, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church in Quincy.  Nomination of new officers will be accepted and the annual DCCW Convention details will be available.  All ladies are invited to attend.  Questions?  Call Pat at 224-4383.

QND Music Trivia Night

Please join us for a music trivia night to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2010. It will take place at St. Peter gym (2500 Maine). Doors will open at 6:30 pm and the event will start at 7:00 pm. The cost is $100.00 per table of eight. Get your friends together, bring your refreshments and snacks and test your music knowledge. To reserve a table call the Foundation Office at 224-2598 or e-mail Kurt Stuckman at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Deadline to register is August 20, 2010. Proceeds will support financial assistance for QND students. Must be 21 to participate.

Larry Bowen Benefit

When:  August 1, 2010

Time:  1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Where:  Machinist Lodge – 2929 N 5^th in Quincy

Raffle, Auction, Food, Drink, Music!!

Larry was diagnosed with cancer in November of 2009.  All proceeds from this benefit will go to help pay for his increasing medical bills.  If you are unable to attend and wish to make a donation, please contact April at 779-0473 or Shannon at 430-8504.  Thank you!!!

Calling all 3-Year-Olds!

There are a few openings in the three year old afternoon preschool program  Classes are held onThursday and Friday afternoons from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m.  The program offers many varied activities for your child to enjoy and learn from.  For more information or to register your child, please call 222-2898.  After August 2, please call 222-4077.  WE hope to hear from you soon and have your child join us in the Wonderful World of St. Francis Preschool!

Bake for Birthright!

Birthright will once again have a booth at the K of C Barbeque on August 13, 14, &15.  Birthright is asking each Catholic Church in Adams County to participate again this year by donating home-baked goods for the Bake Sale.  Your generosity last year was wonderful and your items sold like hotcakes!  Each parish is asked to donate 10-15 batches of cookies to be brought to the KC grounds during your parish’s assigned day.  St. Francis Parish’s day is Saturday, August 14^th.  Please call Patty at 440-8388 if you have questions.  Thanks!

AM 790 – WRMS

Are you interested in learning more about your faith?  Would you like to strengthen your relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church?  Tune into Catholic Radio on AM 790 WRMS.  Programming includes daily Holy Mass, devotions, Catechetics, live call-in shows, and much more.  For a program schedule and a free CD call 314-752-7000 or toll free 877-305-1234.

98^th Consecutive First Friday/First Saturday Night Vigil

Since Fr. John Carberry will not be able to lead this Vigil for quite some time, we are asking everyone to please come join us as Fr. Jeff Stone (pastor at St. Brigid, St. Edward, and St. Joseph) leads this devotion for the first time.  It would be great for him to have a nice turn-out. 

Where:  St. Anthony Church in Quincy

8:00 p.m.:  Confession and Rosaries

9:00 p.m.:  Mass in honor of the Sacred Heart

Following with:  silent adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Hour Prayers, Litany, and Divine Mercy Chaplet

Midnight:  Rosary, Litanies, Novena Prayers, and Benediction

1:00 a.m.:  Mass in honor of the Immaculate Heart

Secular Franciscans

 On Sunday, August 15^th, a Jubilee Mass of 50 and 25 years will be celebrated for those people who have been professed into the Secular Franciscans Order.  This Mass will take place at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

 Opportunities for Senior Citizens!

If you’re a Senior Citizen who is interested in some group activities, please contact St. Peter Church at 222-3155.  Their church has organized several upcoming activities for any Senior in the Quincy area.  Some activities include:  Fr. Tolton Tour given by Fr. Roy Bauer, a St. Louis Cardinal baseball game, Bible Studies, and a Spoon River Tour, just to name a few.  If you have any questions or are interested in more details, please call St. Peter’s.

Annual Mission Appeal

As part of the Missionary Plan of Cooperation, every parish hosts a mission appeal once a year.  This year we will hear from “Missionhurst” – the Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (CICM).

                We ask you to welcome Fr. Ramon Caluza, CICM, a Missionhurst missionary who will be speaking at all of our Masses on the weekend of August 7-8, to present a mission appeal.  Fr. Ramon is assigned to the foreign mission of Dominican Republic and will be sharing his life and dedication to the people he serves.

                Missionhurst – CICM was originally founded in 1862 for the conversion of China.  Today, Missionhurst – CICM serves in some of the most remote places of Mongolia, Indonesia, Africa, Asia and Latin America.  Unlike some relief organizations that come only when there is a news-making crisis, Missionhurst – CICM missionaries come prepared to stay, living among the people, sharing in their privations, and participating in the day-to-day effort needed to achieve life-long spiritual and material changes.  In response to the people’s most urgent need, Missionhurst – CICM missionaries may start a new farming project, build a new chapel or school or lay clean water supply lines.

                Fr. Ramon will be preaching at all the Masses and a second collection will be taken with proceeds going to Missionhurst – CICM.  Envelopes will be in the pews next weekend.  Please make out checks to St. Francis Parish, and all the money will be sent through our parish to the diocese which collects it and sends it on to Missionhurst.  We encourage you to be generous in supporting this cooperative mission appeal.

 Women’s Bible Study

Ladies!  Please join us as we explore the book of Psalms for 8 weeks beginning in September.  This study is uniquely Catholic and always entertaining with Jeff Cavins as the author.  We meet in the Martha Jane Room at St. Peter’s Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. to 10:45a.m. Please contact Jennifer Dyer for more information 228-3148 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Call or e-mail by  August 21. 

The Portiuncula Indulgence

Have you ever noticed that big mural near the ceiling at the front of our church?  Well, Monday, Aug. 2^nd, is the Feast of the Portiuncula.  No, it’s not Greek.  It’s Italian.  The Portiuncula is the little chapel that St. Francis of Assisi rebuilt when he heard Christ speaking to him there, telling him, “Go and rebuild my Church.”  Not hearing the capital “C” in Church, Francis began rebuilding the little chapel which was dedicated to Our Lady of the Angels, and he loved it so much that he called it his “Little Portion,” (Portiuncula), and made it a sort of home base for himself and his brothers.

            Later he asked the Pope if he would grant a special indulgence to those who came to pray there.  The Pope agreed.  Now that indulgence continues, and so on this feast day, a plenary indulgence can be gained by the faithful from noon on Aug. 1 to midnight on Aug. 2 by visiting any church.  They need to recite the Our Father and the Creed for the Holy Father with some other prayer, and receive Reconciliation and Holy Communion within a week.

 Happy Birthday!

Leora Schrand Venvertloh – 100 years old!!

Born August 9, 1910

Open House will be held at the Knights of Columbus on Sunday, August 1, 2010

THANK YOU!!

Please join us for our 150^th Anniversary as a Parish for a

Steve Angrisano Concert

on Saturday, August 28^th

Bishop Thomas Paprocki will preside and preach at the 4:00 p.m. Mass.  Immediately following Mass will be a smaller parish picnic where we ask our parishioners to bring a covered dish; the parish will provide the meat for the supper.  Following that, the FREE concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will run until 9:00 p.m. at the Pepsi Arena at Quincy University.  Steve Angrisano is an effective communicator for parish groups, youth, families, and religious educators in the church, so this concert is certain to be a great evening activity for our parish families to enjoy. 

Please make plans to come and celebrate our Parish!!

98^th Consecutive First Friday/First Saturday Night Vigil

Since Fr. John Carberry will not be able to lead this Vigil for quite some time, we are asking everyone to please come join us as Fr. Jeff Stone (pastor at St. Brigid, St. Edward, and St. Joseph) leads this devotion for the first time.  It would be great for him to have a nice turn-out. 

Where:  St. Anthony Church in Quincy

8:00 p.m.:  Confession and Rosaries

9:00 p.m.:  Mass in honor of the Sacred Heart

Following with:  silent adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Hour Prayers, Litany, and Divine Mercy Chaplet

Midnight:  Rosary, Litanies, Novena Prayers, and Benediction

1:00 a.m.:  Mass in honor of the Immaculate Heart

Secular Franciscans

 On Sunday, August 15^th, a Jubilee Mass of 50 and 25 years will be celebrated for those people who have been professed into the Secular Franciscans Order.  This Mass will take place at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

 Opportunities for Senior Citizens!

If you’re a Senior Citizen who is interested in some group activities, please contact St. Peter Church at 222-3155.  Their church has organized several upcoming activities for any Senior in the Quincy area.  Some activities include:  Fr. Tolton Tour given by Fr. Roy Bauer, a St. Louis Cardinal baseball game, Bible Studies, and a Spoon River Tour, just to name a few.  If you have any questions or are interested in more details, please call St. Peter’s.

Annual Mission Appeal

As part of the Missionary Plan of Cooperation, every parish hosts a mission appeal once a year.  This year we will hear from “Missionhurst” – the Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (CICM).

                We ask you to welcome Fr. Ramon Caluza, CICM, a Missionhurst missionary who will be speaking at all of our Masses on the weekend of August 7-8, to present a mission appeal.  Fr. Ramon is assigned to the foreign mission of Dominican Republic and will be sharing his life and dedication to the people he serves.

                Missionhurst – CICM was originally founded in 1862 for the conversion of China.  Today, Missionhurst – CICM serves in some of the most remote places of Mongolia, Indonesia, Africa, Asia and Latin America.  Unlike some relief organizations that come only when there is a news-making crisis, Missionhurst – CICM missionaries come prepared to stay, living among the people, sharing in their privations, and participating in the day-to-day effort needed to achieve life-long spiritual and material changes.  In response to the people’s most urgent need, Missionhurst – CICM missionaries may start a new farming project, build a new chapel or school or lay clean water supply lines.

                Fr. Ramon will be preaching at all the Masses and a second collection will be taken with proceeds going to Missionhurst – CICM.  Envelopes will be in the pews next weekend.  Please make out checks to St. Francis Parish, and all the money will be sent through our parish to the diocese which collects it and sends it on to Missionhurst.  We encourage you to be generous in supporting this cooperative mission appeal.

 Women’s Bible Study

Ladies!  Please join us as we explore the book of Psalms for 8 weeks beginning in September.  This study is uniquely Catholic and always entertaining with Jeff Cavins as the author.  We meet in the Martha Jane Room at St. Peter’s Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. to 10:45a.m. Please contact Jennifer Dyer for more information 228-3148 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Call or e-mail by  August 21. 

The Portiuncula Indulgence

Have you ever noticed that big mural near the ceiling at the front of our church?  Well, Monday, Aug. 2^nd, is the Feast of the Portiuncula.  No, it’s not Greek.  It’s Italian.  The Portiuncula is the little chapel that St. Francis of Assisi rebuilt when he heard Christ speaking to him there, telling him, “Go and rebuild my Church.”  Not hearing the capital “C” in Church, Francis began rebuilding the little chapel which was dedicated to Our Lady of the Angels, and he loved it so much that he called it his “Little Portion,” (Portiuncula), and made it a sort of home base for himself and his brothers.

            Later he asked the Pope if he would grant a special indulgence to those who came to pray there.  The Pope agreed.  Now that indulgence continues, and so on this feast day, a plenary indulgence can be gained by the faithful from noon on Aug. 1 to midnight on Aug. 2 by visiting any church.  They need to recite the Our Father and the Creed for the Holy Father with some other prayer, and receive Reconciliation and Holy Communion within a week.

 Happy Birthday!

Leora Schrand Venvertloh – 100 years old!!

Born August 9, 1910

Open House will be held at the Knights of Columbus on Sunday, August 1, 2010