vol 26 no 5
September 17, 2017 - Twenty-Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time
+ Sirach 27:30-28:7 + Romans 14:7-9 + Matthew 18:21-35 +
Masses this Sunday at 10:30 am and 6:30pm
Mass Intentions:
| Sunday | 09.17 | 10:30 am 6:30 pm | For the SAU Community |
| Monday | 09.18 | Noon | + William Hosey, '58 |
| Tuesday | 09.19 | 4:30 pm | + Patrick Ross, '66 |
| Wednesday | 09.20 | 9:15 pm | For Student Intentions |
| Thursday | 09.21 | 4:30 pm | + Laverne Bald, '40 |
| Friday | 09.22 | Noon | + Michael VanEchaute, '77 |
This Week's Activities Include:
Sunday: Eucharistic Minister Training 11:30 am & 7:30 pm (Chapel)
Monday: Reconciliation 11:15 am (Chapel)
Tuesday: Reconciliation 3:45 pm (Chapel); Bridge Bible Fellowship 9 pm (Chapel)
Wednesday: Ambrosians for Peace and Justice 8 pm (Lower Chapel); Reconciliation 8:30 pm (Chapel); 9:15 pm Mass & More (Grotto)
Thursday: Reconciliation 3:45 pm (Chapel); Rev. Conrad Tillard Presentation 7 pm (Chapel); Music Ministry Rehearsal 7 pm (Galvin Hall)
Friday: Reconciliation 11:15 am (Chapel)
Campus Ministry Offices - Lower Chapel
333-6132 or ministry@sau.edu
Twitter: @SAUCampusMin
Fr. Thom Hennen, Chaplain
Chris Clow, Director of Music and Liturgy
Kaitlin Depuydt, Director of Service and Social Justice
Tammy Norcross-Reitzler, Director of Faith Formation
Paul Burd, Grad Assistant
Prayer Ministry - send intentions to BeesKnees@sau.edu.
Sign Up for Campus Ministry Events any time during the year! Go to: www.tinyurl.com/campusmin2017.
Take Time for God
In talking to students this past week, it was clear that the “honeymoon” period of the start of the school year is abruptly coming to an end. For most of them, the first round of papers, tests and projects have already come due or soon will. This is inevitable, of course. In fact, it is the main reason our students are here: to learn, so that in time they can go forth from here and, as our mission statement says, enrich the lives of others. I have to admit, I really miss being in the classroom and being able to learn in a more structured environment. Part of me would love to go back to college. But, as I heard about all that the students were having to do this past week, I quickly realized that, while I miss learning in the classroom setting, I don’t particularly miss having to be accountable for that learning. As someone who considers himself a “lifelong learner” I prefer to “audit” and to go at my own pace, even if I am not always as disciplined as I would like to be about it. It occurs to me that that as the academic year ramps up, this is also the time of year when our relationship with God might easily be put on the “back burner.” I would strongly caution against this. In my experience, making time for prayer, for daily conversation with God, has never robbed me of the time or energy I needed to accomplish whatever work was before me. On the contrary, I have always found that prayer gives me greater perspective, focus, energy and peace in going about my daily responsibilities. I believe this is more than just the psychological effect of prayer, but truly the working of the Holy Spirit. And so, as the “machine” of academia really begins to hum, don’t forget to take time for God: in prayer, in retreat opportunities, by going to Sunday Mass (and maybe even the occasional weekday Mass), in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, or just in a peaceful stroll under the oaks on a beautiful early fall day. Let us keep each other in prayer. ---Fr. Thom
•Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Training
A training session for both new and experienced Eucharistic Ministers will be Sunday, September 17th after the 10:30 am and 6:30 pm Masses. If you are interested in serving in this important ministry please plan to attend one of the training sessions. This ministry is reserved for practicing, confirmed Catholics. Please contact us at ministry@sau.edu for more information.
•Collection for Victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
Campus Ministry is collecting donations to go to Catholic Charities and benefit those affected by the hurricanes in recent weeks. Catholic Charities sends 100% of their donated funds directly to help those in need to the diocese affected. Donations can be sent to Campus Ministry through campus mail (memo: Hurricane Relief), or you can also donate online by going to catholiccharitiesusa.org. A small donation can make a big difference.
•View Fr. Thom’s Homilies Online
Did you know you can view Fr. Thom’s Sunday homilies online after mass? Great for when you are looking for some inspiration during your week. Find them here: https://sauhomilies.blogspot.com/
•Service on Saturday
Our Service on Saturday project this weekend will be with kids living at Family Resources. We have been invited to be pen pals with kids living at the Fairmount Pines community. If you would like to be a monthly pen pal with a kid in 4-8th grade, join us on Saturday September 16th at 10am in the Chapel Gathering Space. We'll explain the project, assign pen pals, and you can write your first letter. Note that this is a monthly commitment throughout the school year - Saturday is just the kick-off. Email ministry@sau.edu to join in!
•Service with a Fun Run at St. John Vianney
St. John Vianney's church is looking for volunteers to assist in their 50th Anniversary Walk / Fun Run, Saturday, Sept. 16th at St John Vianney in Bettendorf. All of the run proceeds will go to Cafe on Vine and to the Humility of Mary Housing. Volunteers are needed at 7:30am to help with parking, registration, and handing out water. The run begins at 9am. Email us at ministry@sau.edu if you want to help or participate in the run!
•Other Service Opportunities
We received a note that Project Renewal’s after-school Youth Program is in need of some help this semester. Project Renewal is an after-school program here in Davenport. Kids come everyday after school for help with homework and reading, a snack, and privileges to play computer games, board games, and outside at their park. The after school program is Monday-Friday from 2:30-5:30. If you’re interested in helping out, even for an hour or two, please let us know at ministry@sau.edu and we’ll get you more information.
A literacy program in Rock Island at the Church of Peace is looking for volunteers with their adult English education classes, for the ESL classes and with childcare during the class times. Many of the adults in their program are refugees learning English, so they would appreciate your help as experts in the language. Volunteers are needed between 9-noon Monday-Thursdays as you are available. Please let us know if you are interested at ministry@sau.edu and we’ll get you more information.
•Rev. Conrad Tillard - “Leadership at the Intersection”
Next Thursday, September 21, the “Hip Hop” minister, Rev. Conrad Tillard, will give a presentation in Christ the King Chapel at 7pm entitled “Leadership at the Intersection: The Global Movement of Hip Hop Culture, Politics of Change, and Transformative Faith.” Rev. Tillard will share his interesting and inspirational story. Questions and answers will follow his presentation. All are welcome to attend. Hosted by St. Ambrose University in partnership with the Critical Mass Global Leadership Conference. Contact Ryan Saddler to learn more.
•Music Ministry - New Rehearsal Time
Music Ministry has officially moved to 7pm on Thursdays, so please make note of the time change. Also, with a special speaker in the Chapel this Thursday, Music Ministry’s rehearsal will be moved to Madsen Hall in Galvin this coming Thursday, September 21 at 7pm. Practices will otherwise be at 7pm in the Chapel. Want to know more about Music Ministry? Email Chris Clow at ministry@sau.edu.
•BEE Connected New Student Retreat - SIGN UP BY MONDAY
Registration for the New Student Retreat ends this Monday, September 18. Retreat is Friday, Sept. 22-Saturday, Sept. 23 at Camp Loud Thunder. It’s a great opportunity to make friends, receive tips from upperclassmen, be introduced to all that Campus Ministry has to offer, and strengthen your faith. Register online at http://www.tinyurl.com/BeeConnected17. It’s only $10. Email ministry@sau.edu to find out more.
•Refugee Simulation
The students in Ambrosians for Peace & Justice are busy planning a Refugee Simulation for Wednesday, September 20th from 5-7pm in the ballroom. The simulation will take about 30 minutes, so participants can come any time in the 5-7pm timeframe. The students invite classes, individuals, and anyone interested to come through the simulation. Participants will receive an identity of someone traveling to America and walk through the process they endure. Please plan to join us for this event!
•R.C.I.A./Sacramental Prep./Learning More about the Catholic Church
If you are interested in becoming Catholic, being confirmed if you have not completed your sacraments, or simply want to learn more about the Catholic Church, contact Tammy by emailing ministry@sau.edu.
•Pizza with Padre
Attention students: sign up for free pizza and a casual conversation with our new University Chaplain, Fr. Thom Hennen! There are six different dates, starting in October, and eight slots for each date. We will meet from 6:30-7:30 on each of the dates in the Lower Chapel Conference Room. You can sign up as an individual and meet some new people or sign up as a group (friends, team, floormates, club, etc.). Fr. Thom will provide the pizza. You can let him know what kind of pizza you would like on sign-up sheet. This is an opportunity for Fr. Thom to get know you and for you to get to know him as he begins this new ministry. It will be fun, low-key and done in an hour. The sign-up sheet is posted on Fr. Thom’s office door, Lower Chapel 103.
•Pacem in Terris Award Announcement
The Pacem in Terris peace and freedom award will be given on Sunday, October 22nd at 2pm in Christ the King Chapel. Pacem in Terris is an award with national recognition, has been given 43 times since 1964. The 44th award recipient will be Dr. Widad Akreyi, a Danish health expert, author and human rights activist of Kurdish ancestry who cofounded the human rights organization, Defend International. Learn more about Dr. Akreyi in the Catholic Messenger article this week. Past recipients of the award which honors champions of peace and social justice from around the world, include Saint Teresa of Calcutta, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Rev. Martin Luther King, President John F. Kennedy, Dorothy Day, Sister Helen Prejean, Lech Walesa, and Fr. Gustavo Gutierrez.
•Help with the Diocesan Junior High Rally
The Diocese of Davenport is looking for dynamic college students to serve as small group leaders for the Junior High Rally (6-8th grade). The Rally will be held at the Regina Education Center in Iowa City from 8am-5pm on Sunday, October 15. There is a great need for small group leaders, and this is a great chance to help mentor some younger students, so if you can help out, please let us know at ministry@sau.edu, and we will let you know all of the requirements and put you in touch with the planners of the Rally.
