vol 26 no 9
October 22, 2017 - Twenty-Ninth Sunday of Ordinary Time
+ Isaiah 45:1, 4-6 + 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5 + Matthew 22:15-21 +
Masses this Sunday at 10:30 am and 6:30pm
Mass Intentions:
| Sunday | 10.22 | 10:30 am 6:30 pm | For the SAU Community |
| Monday | 10.23 | Noon | + Bishop David Choby, '69 |
| Tuesday | 10.24 | 4:30 pm | + James Eugene Day |
| Wednesday | 10.25 | 9:15 pm | For Student Intentions |
| Thursday | 10.26 | 4:30 pm | + Charlie Eagle |
| Friday | 10.27 | Noon | + Thomas Noga, '69 |
This Week's Activities Include:
Sunday: Pacem in Terris Award 2 pm (Chapel); RCIA 7:30 pm (Lower Chapel)
Monday: Nurses Christian Fellowship 3 pm (Gathering Space); C.S. Lewis Prayer Group 7 pm (Gathering Space)
Tuesday: Lectio Divina 8 pm (Gathering Space); Peer Campus Ministers 8:30 pm (Lower Chapel); Bridge Bible Fellowship 9 pm (Chapel)
Wednesday: Ambrosians for Peace and Justice 8 pm (Lower Chapel); 9:15 pm Mass & More (Grotto)
Thursday: Music Ministry Rehearsal 7 pm (Chapel)
Sacrament of Reconciliation Offered Before Every Daily Mass
Monday/Friday - 11:15 am
Tuesday/Thursday - 3:45 pm
Wednesday - 8:30 pm
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.
Give to God what belongs to God
In the Gospel for this Sunday, Jesus once again deftly outmaneuvers his opponents. When asked about whether or not it is lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, Jesus responds, “Repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.” It would seem that in our world today there is a chasm between civil engagement and religious faith. We are told in so many words and ways that we can choose one of these two, but not both. The charge is often heard that the church should “keep its nose out of politics.” If what is meant by this is that we should be careful to respect a legitimate separation between church and state, that we should not engage in partisan politics, and that we should avoid the kind of rancor that, sadly, has become all too familiar in our modern political discourse, then I agree. But the church will never completely be able to extract itself from politics. Why? Because politics is ultimately about people, and the church happens to be very interested in people. It need not be the case that doing right by people and doing right by God are mutually exclusive. In fact, I would say that in truly honoring God, we will always also honor people, and vice versa. In this sense, the “City of God” and the “City of Man” do not have to exist on separate planets. Our tradition of Catholic social teaching, from Pope Leo XIII’s Rerum Novarum (on the rights of workers) to Pope Francis’ Laudato Si (on care for creation), beautifully weds these worlds. This Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in Christ the King Chapel we will honor two women who in doing right by people through their civil engagement and advocacy also give honor to God. Dr. Widad Akreyi, an Iraqi born Danish health expert of Kurdish descent, will receive the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award for her work to end civil rights abuses in the Middle East and to build bridges between cultures. Nora Dvorak will receive the first ever One Among Us Justice Award for her many and various efforts to work for justice within our local community. Let’s not present ourselves with a false choice, but take up the charge of Jesus to give to the world what belongs to the world and to God what belongs to God. We may find that in doing so we are, in many cases, offering the same gift. -Fr. Thom
•Discernment Group Thursday, Oct. 19
What is life like after college? Where am I going to be? What do I want to continue? If I want to go to Church, where do I go? How do I build a new community after graduation? This small group is designed to help guide upperclassmen with decisions regarding jobs, faith, and general lifestyles after college. Father Thom will facilitate the first meeting on October 19th at 8:00pm in the gathering space. While the group is focused on upperclassmen, you don't need to be an upperclassmen or Catholic to join, all are welcome! For more information contact Peer Campus Ministers Bizzie Braun or Abby Hammer.
•Service on Saturday
Our service project this weekend will be with Juan Diez Rancheros, a therapy program using horses in Davenport. The project will be bringing hay into the horse barn to prepare the barn for the colder months. This "Hay Day" will be on Saturday, meeting at the Rogalski center at 8:45am and returning by 11. Let us know if you can join us at ministry@sau.edu - we also have ideas of needs in the community with child care, literacy programs, food assistance programs, Halloween parties and more!
•Pacem in Terris Award Presentation Sunday, October 22
The Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom award will be given this Sunday, October 22nd at 2pm in Christ the King Chapel. Pacem in Terris is an award with national recognition, having been given 43 times since 1964 to recipients such as St. Teresa of Calcutta, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., President John F. Kennedy, Dorothy Day, Sr. Helen Prejean, and Fr. Gustavo Gutierrez. This year’s recipient is Dr. Widad Akreyi, a health expert, author and human rights activist of Kurdish ancestry who co-founded the human rights organization, Defend International. Nora Dvorak will also be honored with the inaugural “One Among Us” Justice award. All are welcome to attend.
•Lectio Divina Prayer
Students are invited to the Chapel Gathering Space Tuesday evening at 8 pm for group Lectio Divina on one or more of the upcoming Sunday Scriptures. Lectio Divina is a slow, contemplative reading, meditation and prayer intended to promote communion with God. For more information contact one of the Peer Campus Ministers or Tammy at ministry@sau.edu.
•Project Renewal’s Halloween Party!
Project Renewal, an after-school program near campus, is having their annual Halloween party for the kids & families this Wednesday, October 25th, from 3-5pm. There will be lots of SAU clubs and teams there with games and activities, let us know if you are interested in helping out by emailing ministry@sau.edu.
•Lectors Needed
We are seeking new and returning students to serve as lectors. Please register for a practice time at: www.tinyurl.com/SAULectorTrng or email Paul Burd at ministry@sau.edu.
•Busy Student Retreat October 29-November 2nd
The Busy Student Retreat, October 29-Nov. 2nd, takes place right here on-campus in the midst of your regular schedule. Participants commit daily to 30 minutes of personal prayer time and another 30 minutes to a one-on-one meeting with a spiritual guide. Register online at www.tinyurl.com/SAUBusy17 or by dropping off a registration form at the Campus Ministry offices in the lower chapel by Wednesday, October 25th.
•Bring Photos to Honor and Pray for Deceased Loved Ones at Mass and More
Throughout the month of November, we remember the deceased loved ones of the St. Ambrose University community at every mass, but we especially invite students to bring pictures of their deceased loved ones to the 9:15pm Mass and More on Wednesday, November 1. We will place the pictures in the sanctuary for the evening mass, as we commemorate the Feast of All Saints, while also looking ahead to All Souls, also known as Dia de los Muertos/the Day of the Dead.
•Introduction to Catholic Studies Course in Spring 2018
Come learn more about the history, key figures, and the cultural impact of the Catholicism. In CATH-201-A, Introduction to Catholic Studies, we will look at Catholic history, the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, and the impact that Catholicism has made on the world. This course will be offered again starting in the Spring semester (Tuesday/Thursday 1:40-2:55pm), taught by Chris Clow from Campus Ministry. Contact him at ministry@sau.edu to learn more about the course, and ask your advisor about it when preparing to register!
•Music for the Feast of St. Ambrose Mass
Calling all musical Ambrosians! All SAU students, faculty, and staff are invited to join with Music Ministry and help lead music for the Feast of St. Ambrose Mass on Sunday, December 3 at 10:30am. People of all skill levels are welcome. Contact Chris Clow at ministry@sau.edu to sign up. Rehearsals will be Mondays November 13 & 27 at 7pm in the Chapel.
•Antioch Retreat November 10-12
Consider taking part in the Antioch Retreat this fall - November 10-12. Transportation is provided, leaving campus on Friday, November 10 at 6 pm and returning Sunday, November 12 at 2 pm. The Antioch Retreat is a great opportunity for students to spend time away from campus reflecting on faith and life in the midst of a Christian community. It is open to any SAU student. The retreat is an opportunity to relax, listen, discuss, pray, play and meet new people. Register online at http://tinyurl.com/AntiochFA17 or pick up a registration form in Chapel Gathering Space and return to it Campus Ministry. For more information contact the co-leaders of the retreat, Joe McCaughey and Grace Cerny.
•Exploring Priesthood Weekend at Mundelein Seminary
Mundelein Seminary will host an Exploring Priesthood Weekend October 27-29 (begins Friday evening and ends Sunday early afternoon). This is a retreat-like weekend in which men can visit the seminary, learn about the community and discern God’s call. Our very own Grant Colborn (‘17) is now a seminarian for the Diocese of Davenport studying at Mundelein, so you may get to see him as well! If you are interested in this “come and see” experience, please contact Fr. Thom at ministry@sau.edu for more information.
