Assumption Catholic Church Florian, Mn
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ASSUMPTION
CATHOLIC CHURCH - FLORIAN
26932
- 390TH ST. NW - STRANDQUIST, MN 56758
www.wiktel.net/assumption
ph: (218) 478-3578
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Page: Assumption Church Florian
Fr.
Luis Buitron, Pastor: (218) 242-5689 lbuitron@wiktel.com
Parish
Secretary:
Kelly Nordine assumptionchurch@wiktel.com
If
you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual misconduct on the part of
a priest, deacon, or individual representing the Diocese of Crookston, its
parishes, or its schools, your first call should be to law enforcement. In
addition, the diocesan, Victim Assistance Coordinator is available at
218-281-7895 (24-hour confidential number).
Mission
Statement of Assumption Church – Florian
As
disciples of the teachings of Jesus Christ we, as a Christian Community, focus
our time, talent, and treasure on sharing the Gospel of our Lord in Word and
Deed.
The
Sacramental Life
Infant
Baptism:
Catechetical Class is required; please contact Fr. Luis early during pregnancy
or adoption.
Anointing
of the Sick:
Please call the Parish Office during serious illness or before surgery.
Shut-Ins: If you know anyone who cannot come
to Church, please let the office know, so they can be put on a visiting
schedule by a Eucharistic Minister.
Marriage: All Catholics who have decided to
enter marriage must see a priest six months prior to the desired date of
marriage. If a Catholic is contemplating marriage to a non-Catholic, the
Catholic must still contact a priest to fulfill the requirements of the
Catholic Church for the marriage to be validly recognized by the Church. Please
contact Father Luis before booking the date with the secretary.
New
Parishioner (s) If you are interested or know
someone who is, in becoming a registered parishioner of Assumption please call
the parish office or visit with Father Luis
*Rite
of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the means by which individuals
interested in becoming Roman Catholic may do so. The process will begin with a
simple informational meeting with Fr. Luis. If interested, please call Fr. Luis
at 218-242-5689.
Fr.
Luis Office Hours:
St. Rose: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12:00 pm; St. Stephen: Wednesdays
9:00 am to 12:00 pm Assumption-Florian: Thursdays 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Please call Fr. Luis to set up an appointment.
Tri-Parish
Weekend Mass Time February & March
Assumption:
Saturday @ 5:00
pm; St. Stephen's: Sunday @ 8:30 am; St. Rose: Sunday @ 10:30 am
TRI-PARISH
WEEKDAY MASS TIMES
St.
Rose: Tuesdays:
Adoration 4:00 pm & Mass @ 5:00 pm; St. Stephens: Wednesday's @ 8:30
am
Assumption:
Thursdays @
6:00 pm & Friday @ 6:00 pm
Reconciliation:
before Saturday 5:00 pm Mass: 4:30-5:00 pm.; before Sunday 8:30 am Mass:
8:00-8:30 am; no Reconciliation before 10:30 am Mass, or by Appointment (call
Fr. Luis).
The
Prayer Request Book
is on a table in the back of the church by the Holy Water.
Assumption-Florian
Parish Bulletin, February 22, 2025
“But
rather, love your enemies and do good to them, and
lend without expecting anything back…” - LUKE 6:35 Easier said than done,
right? But, if we are to imitate Christ, most of us need to practice mercy and
compassion more frequently. Start with the little daily annoyances that we
experience, the unkind word or hateful glance we receive. Instead of plotting
revenge on that person, try saying a quick prayer for that person. Praying for
our enemies doesn’t change them, it changes us. Mercy and compassion will keep
us on the path to holiness.
Saturday,
February 22, 2025:
@ 5:00 pm Mass Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mass
Intention: For
Joseph & Frances Kazmierczak by Theresa Kazmierczak
Lector:
John Grandstrand Rosary: John & Denise Grandstrand
Altar
Servers: Corbyn Bring, Bromley Holmstrom & Kieryn Olson
“Do
not judge, and you will not be judged; do not condemn, and you will not be
condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven; give, and it will be given to
you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put
into your lap; for the measure you give will be the measure you get back.”
(Luke 6:37-38)
Ponder:
Who have I
condemned and judged?
Prayer: Lord, your love is beyond measure.
Open my heart to show impartial love to all people.
Practice:
Today I will
not judge or condemn others.
Thursday,
February 27, 2025:
@ 6:00 pm mass
Responsorial
Psalm: Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
Mass
Intention:
For Tom Rogus by Family and Friends
Lector:
Volunteer
[Jesus
said] “If any of you put a stumbling block before one of these little ones who
believe in me, it would be better for you if a great millstone were hung around
your neck and you were thrown into the sea.” (Mark 9:42)
Ponder:
What attitudes
and behaviors of mine are stumbling blocks for others?
Prayer: Lord, your mercy is great. Forgive
my shortcomings and failures. Take away all that makes me a stumbling block for
those who seek your love and peace.
Practice: Today I will speak kindly and
encouragingly to all those I encounter.
Friday,
February 28, 2025:
@ 6:00 pm mass
Responsorial
Psalm: Guide me, Lord, in the way of your commands.
Mass
Intention:
For Angie Adamski by Bill & Carol Kuznia
Lector:
Volunteer
[Jesus]
left that place and went to the region of Judea and beyond the Jordan. And
crowds again gathered around him; and , as was his
custom, he again taught them. (Mark 10:1)
Ponder:
Which of my
customs do I need to change?
Prayer: Blessed are you, O Lord. Open my
eyes and heart to learn your customs of love, truth, and peace.
Practice: Today I will begin a new custom of
thanking God for my life.
Saturday,
March 1, 2025: @
5:00 pm Mass
Mass
Intention: For
Rosalia Stusynski by Wyman
& Dorothy Hjelle
Lector:
Julian Stusynski Rosary: Jonathan & Rachel Pearson
Altar
Servers: Afton,
Cale & Rhett Pearson
March
Birthdays
Alietia Nygaard
3rd - Mike Adamski 3rd - Brayla
Rogus 4th
Dcn Courtney Abel 8th - Sophie Engen
9th - Denise Lund 12th
Vernon Stusynski 16th - Dustin Holmstrom 20th - Theresa Hapka
22nd - Eva Rogus 25th
Due
to a lot of illnesses spreading across the Diocese of Crookston, Father has
asked until further notice to not offer the Blood of Christ during mass. We
will let you know when this will start again. Thank you.
Collectors:
February
- James V. Kuznia, Jonathan Pearson, Donovan Pietruszewski & Jim Rogus
March
- Joe Rogus, Philip Rogus,
Jason Rominski & Robert Safranski
ASSUMPTION
SNOW REMOVAL
February
21-February 27 – Gary Kujava, Jerome Kujawa &
Christopher Kuznia
February
28-March 6 – Gayle Kuznia, Randy Olson, & Blaine
Deschene
Reminder: Only use liquid spray as de-icer. The granules cannot be used, will damage special
coating on the West sidewalk & steps. Sidewalks need to be cleared for
Wednesday RE & prior to Mass.
Please
remember to clean both sides of the steps on the west side of the church. This
is from the Diocese of Crookston that it is a state requirement that emergency
exits have to be free of obstructions that would prevent its use, including the
accumulation of snow and ice. Thank you.
PRAYER
LIST
Prayers
for Healing: Mike
Adamski, Nettie Kuznia,
Jack Borowicz, & Greyson Benson
STEWARDSHIP
COLLECTION
2024/2025
Sunday offertory Budget: $95,400.00 / 52 weeks - $1,834.62
February
15, 2025 - Adult: $1903.00; Youth: $14.00; Plate: $51.25; Votive: $40.75;
Total: $2009.25; Online Giving: $80.00
**2025
Diocesan Annual Appeal **
As
of February 14, 2025 – Goal: $10,242.00, Received $1,075.00, 10.50% of Goal,
$9167.00 under goal, with 3.19% parishioners participation.
Thank
you for your generosity to the Diocesan Annual Appeal! The ministries you
support touch the lives of thousands of Catholics in the Diocese of Crookston!
If you have not had the opportunity to make your commitment, please make your
pledge or gift this weekend. You can donate online at www.crooston.org/DAA. For questions
about automatic sustained giving, which is highly recommended, contact Renee
Tate at rtate@crookston.org or call
218-281-4533, ext. 432.
YOUR
GIFTS MAKE CHRIST'S LOVE PRESENT IN OUR COMMUNITY
RELIGIOUS
FORMATION
Religion
Classes for K-9 will be on February 26 @ 7 pm.
OTHER
ITEMS & UPCOMING EVENTS
**First
aid kit is located on the counter in the Sacristy. White icing is included in the kit
for diabetic reactions.
**The
Knights of Columbus – Knights of Columbus members: "If you have
insurance questions, please contact Aaron Kaiser at 218-280-4707 or email at
Aaron.kaiser@kofc.org"
**Online
giving program – Our online offertory giving program is set up. We will
be doing the Sunday collections and any of the special collections that stay
here in our parish. For the first few months. For the donation that go to the
Diocese, please use your envelopes Thank you. We will
still have the offertory envelopes. Here is the link www.osvhub.com/assumptionchurchflorian/giving/funds.
In the link above, the building/repair fund and cemetery fund have been added.
Thank you to all who have donated through our online giving program. It is
greatly appreciated, God Bless.
**Natural
Family Planning Introductory Session the Crookston Diocese welcomes all couples to a free Natural
Family Planning Introductory Session presented by Laura Golden, FCP and Sarah
McKeown, CFCP. Please see the poster in the back of the church on the bulletin
board for dates and times.
**Assumption
Ladies Meeting – Ladies meeting is on March 3 at 6:30 pm. All ladies
are welcome to attend.
**Mercy
Hour – Throughout the year, Bishop Andrew Cozzens will lead monthly
Mercy Hour services across the Diocese of Crookston. Mercy Hours are services
of Eucharistic healing for individuals, couple, and families. Join Bishop Cozzens
for this hour of adoration and prayer, culminating in an intimate moment of
Eucharistic encounter. All Are Welcome. Mercy Hour is February 23 at 3 pm at
St. Patrick’s in Hallock MN.
**Cursillos - Would you like to deepen your faith and let Jesus become
more involved in your life? Let the Spirit lead you on a Cursillo.
The Diocese of Crookston is offering a Men’s Cursillo
on the weekend of February 20-23 and a Women’s Cursillo
on the weekend of April 3-6 at the Crookston Pastoral Center. Applications are
available at https://crookstoncursillo.weebly.com/.
Thank
you for your consideration! If you have any questions, please let us know
or contact Brandy Pelzel at pelzel40@hotmail.com,
Len Vonasek at 701-741-9049, or Deacon Paul Erickson
at St. Joe’s in Moorhead.
**Reminder
–Please
find your own replacement for Eucharistic Minister, Altar Server, Lector and
Rosary. It is your responsibility once the schedule goes out. If anyone would
like to volunteer to be a Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Altar
Server or to help with the rosary, please contact the parish office.
218-478-3578. Thank you.
**Six
weeks of Lenten Group Study at St. Stephen’s A
video series for New Life!
Join
our Bishop Andrew Cozzens for a study on the foundations of our Diocesan
Pastoral Vision. What is this series about? The series is comprised
of four video sessions running about 80 minutes with prayer, inspiration,
testimony and time for sharing faith. Bishop Andrew Cozzens will address
various elements of the New Life pastoral letter. Hosts will
guide viewers through each session and Catholics from the Diocese of Crookston
will also provide brief personal testimonies. Please join us on Wednesdays,
March 12-April 16, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church.
if you have any questions, please contact
Tammi Anderson (218-478-4217), Marilyn Kuznia
(218-478-4273), or Katrina Halfmann (218-280-2388).
Come for one, two, three, more or all of the sessions! Everyone is
welcome, and hospitality will be provided! We hope to see you there!
**The
Sacred Sounds Concert will be held at St. Stephen's on Tuesday, April
15, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
**Summer
Mother Daughter Days - Mother and their daughters are invited to join
the Franciscan Sisters of Dillingen in Hankinson, ND
this summer for a time of fun and faith while also having a glimpse into life
as a Sister. Our theme this year is “Come, Follow Me.” We offer two
sessions of “Mother Daughter Days,” each beginning Thursday evening at 7 p.m.
and concluding around noon on Saturday. The dates are June 12-14 and July
10-12. To register, visit ndfranciscans.org/vocation-events or
contact Sr. Mary Ruth for more information at (701) 242-7195 / srmaryruth@sfcretreats.org.
**Come
& See - Do you sometimes wonder: What is it like in Convent? Am
I called to Religious Life? What is the Franciscan charism? Come
& See with the Franciscan Sisters of Dillingen in
Hankinson, ND. This year’s theme is “Come, Follow Me,” and our first weekend
experience will be March 28-30. Visit ndfranciscans.org/vocation-events or
contact Sr. Mary Ruth at srmaryruth@sfcretreats.org /
(701) 242-7195.
**Second
Saturday of Reflection - The Father’s House at St. Francis Retreat Center
in Hankinson, ND Facilitated by Sr. Mary Ruth Huhn,
OSF This month’s retreat is: March 8: The Father’s House Newcomers welcome.
Retreat Details 10:00am – 3:00pm (includes lunch) Suggested donation:
$30Register online at https://forms.office.com/r/qvVtezHnt9 or
contact Sr. Mary Ruth with questions at srmaryruth@sfcretreats.org or
701-242-7195.
Do
Something Beautiful for God – The Essential Teachings of Mother Teresa
February
21 – Love
can be misused for selfish motives. If I love you but at the same time, I want
to take from you as much as I can, even the things that are not for me to take.
Then there is no true love anymore.
February
22 – Whether
one is a Hindu or a Muslim or a Christian, how you live your life is proof that
you are or are not fully His. We cannot condemn or judge or pass words that
will hurt people. We don’t know in what way God is appearing to that soul and
what God is drawing that soul to: therefore, who are we to condemn anybody?
February
23 – If
someone feels that God wants him to transform social structures, that’s an
issue between him and his God. We all have the duty to serve God where we feel
called. I feel called to help individuals, to love each human being. I never
think in terms of crowds in general but in terms of each individual person. Were I to think about crowds, I would never begin anything.
It is the person that matters. I believe in person-to-person encounters.
February
24 – Let
us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.
February
25 – Sweetest
Lord, make me appreciative of the dignity of my call and its many responsibilities.
Never permit me to disgrace it by giving way to coldness, unkindness, or
impatience.
February
26 – Intense
love does not measure, it just gives. How intense is your love?
February
27 – It
is not the magnitude of our actions but the amount of love that I put into them
that matters.
Mass
Schedule and events
March
Assumption
mass is on Saturday @ 5 pm
St.
Stephen mass is on Sunday @ 8:30 am
St.
Rose mass is on Sunday @ 10:30 am
April,
May & June
Assumption
Mass is on Sunday @ 8:30 am
St.
Stephen mass is on Sunday @ 10:30 am
St.
Rose mass is on Saturday @ 5 pm
March
3 – Ladies
meeting at 6:30 pm
March
5 – Ash
Wednesday – 7:30 am at St. Stephen, 5:30 pm at St. Rose and 7:30 pm at
Assumption-Florian
March
9 – Eucharistic
Adoration at Assumption-Florian from 12-4p
April
9 – Lenten
Penance Service – 7:30 pm at St. Stephen
April
15 – Sacred
Sounds
concert at St. Stephen's at 7:00 pm
April
17 -Holy
Thursday – 7 pm at Assumption-Florian
April
18 – Good
Friday – 3 pm at St Stephen
April
19 – Open
House Baby Shower for Katherine (Grandstrand) &
Lucas Quail from 10am-12pm at Assumption- Florian
April
19 – Holy
Saturday – 8:30 pm at St. Rose
April
20 – Easter
Sunday – 8:30 am at Assumption-Florian, 10:30 am at St. Stephen
May
4 – First
Communion at Assumption-Florian
May
18 – Graduation
Mass at Assumption-Florian
June
22 – Polish
Day at Assumption-Florian