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January 9, 2022 A.D.The Baptism of the LordHoly Mass Schedule & IntentionsMonday, January 105:00 pm† Don & Lydia Pertzborn† Jim & Mary BillmeyerTuesday, January 118:15am† Cathy & Lee PurdyWednesday, January 128:15am† Fr. Steve UmhoeferThursday, January 138:15 am† Beverley BarnesFriday, January 14No Public MassSaturday, January 154:30 pm† Mike KelloggSunday, January 168:30 amSFX Parishioners10:30 am† Duane & Janel EllerConfession ScheduleTuesdays7:30-8:00amSaturdays 3:30 - 4:15 pmSundays9:45-10:15am*If this time does not work for you pleasecontact Father to set up an appointment.Eucharistic Adoration ScheduleMondays4:00-4:45 pmWednesdays 8:45-9:30 am*Please contact Karen Szudera for moreinformation (608-831-2412).Weekly Sanctuary LampIn Honor of:St. Francis Xavier Staff2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, WI 53528 (608) 798-0100 www.sfxcrossplains.org

Parish OfficeHours: M - Th, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm2947 Thinnes St.Cross Plains, WI 53528(608) 798-0100 Fax (608) 798-2976info@sfxcrossplains.orgParish StaffPastorFr. Scott Jablonski(608) e Manager & Cemetery SextonDenise Adler(608) 798-0100denise.adler@sfxcrossplains.orgDirector of OperationsStacey Eslinger(608) 798-2423stacey.eslinger@sfxcrossplains.orgDirector of Faith FormationMarc Laudonio(608) r of Faith Formation(Preschool & Elementary School)Laurie Sabbarese(608) ator of Faith Formation(Middle School & High School)Molly Mahoney(608) 798-0100molly@sfxcrossplains.orgDirector of WorshipJosephine Cowen(608) 798-1224josephine.cowen@sfxcrossplains.orgDirector of Pastoral CareCheryl Chamberlain(608) 798-3142cheryl.chamberlain@sfxcrossplains.orgSt. Francis Xavier SchoolPrincipalMrs. Petrece Klein(608) 798-2422petrece.klein@sfxcrossplains.orgA Message from MollyThe Virtue of FaithA few months ago I wrapped up our discussion on thefour cardinal virtues (prudence, justice, temperance, andfortitude), which means we are moving on to the threetheological virtues of Faith, Hope, and Charity. Many ofus are probably familiar with the bible passage from FirstCorinthians where Paul lays out the three theologicalvirtues. He says, “And now these three remain: faith,hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.” Over thenext couple of months we are going to dive into what these virtues really meanand how we can access them in our daily lives.Unlike the cardinal virtues, the theological virtues are infused virtues. Meaningthat at Christian Baptism, God gives the person these three virtues freely as agift. The catechism tells us that the theological virtues are our means of “actingas God’s children and of meriting eternal life.” They animate every aspect of theChristian life, and help elevate the cardinal virtues to glorify God moreperfectly.The virtue of Faith is the first ofthe three theological virtues. Manyof us probably toss this wordaround like confetti when it comesto talking about God, but I wonderhow many of us have reallystopped to think about what thisword actually means -- I know Idon’t very frequently! Faith, quitesimply, is the virtue by which webelieve in God, His Church, and allof His promises that have beenrevealed to us. But even more so, faith unites us to God and makes us a livingmember of the Church, which comes with a lot of responsibility! As Christiandisciples, we are not only called to possess a deep faith on our own, but we arecalled to share it with our brothers and sisters who do not know Christ. We arecalled “not only to keep the faith and live it, but also profess it, confidently bearwitness to it, and spread it.” Let us all pray for an increase in the virtues of Faithand fortitude! Faith so that we may give ourselves fully to God, and fortitude sothat we may confidently share the joy of the Gospel with our neighbors.Stewardship of Treasure“God loves a cheerful giver ” (2 Corinthians 9:7)Thank you for your continued generous support of St. Francis Xavier Parish and School!And thank you in a special way to those of you who give via electronic funds transfer,which helps us with our planning and budgeting. If you are interested in signing up togive in this way please contact the parish office.December 20—December 26, 2021OffertoryIncomeWeekly BudgetWeekly Over (Short) 17,229 25,000( 7,771)Year to Date: July 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021**Note that the 12/31 Mass Collection was not included in the YTD amountOffertoryIncome2Weekly IncomeYTD IncomeYTD BudgetYTD Over (Short) 375,513.20 395,000( 19,486.80)www.sfxcrossplains.org

Becoming a Parish MemberAre you new to our community? Or,perhaps you’ve never officially joinedour parish? Either way, we would loveto have you become a registered parishmember. Please contact the parishoffice for more information.School NewsSchool Enrollment for 22/23 School YearRegistration for the 22/23 school year opens for parish members on January16th. Due to a very high demand, we are only accepting new families that arewilling to make a multi-year commitment at this time. Call 608-798-2423 toschedule a tour.Becoming CatholicTop 5 ReasonsFamiliesChooseSt. FrancisXavier SchoolIf you or someone you know isinterested in exploring the possibilityof becoming Catholic or learning moreabout the beauty of the Catholic faithplease contact our Director of FaithFormation, Marc Laudonio.1. Safe,Values BasedEnvironmentSacrament of BaptismIf you are interested in having yourchild baptized at St. Francis Xavierplease contact our Director of FaithFormation, Marc Laudonio, or visit ourwebsite.2. StudentHappiness3. ProvenSuccess RateSacrament of MarriageIf you would like to get married atSt. Francis Xavier please contactFr. Scott at least 6 months prior toyour desired wedding date to beginthe marriage preparation process.4. FamilyCulture5. CatholicSchoolAnointing of the SickIf you or a loved one are in need of theSacrament of Anointing of the Sickplease contact our Director of PastoralCare, Cheryl Chamberlain - unless it isan emergency, in which case pleasecontact the parish office and/orFr. Scott directly.Cemetery & BurialsPlease contact Denise Adler in theparish office if you are interested inpurchasing a cemetery plot orcolumbarium niche, or if you have anyother cemetery related questions.2021 Scrip Gift Card Fundraising ResultsSt. Francis Xavier sold 578,838 worth of gift cards in 2021 resulting in a profit of 28,000 for our parish and school. Ifyou are familiar with purchasing scrip gift cards, you already know that is like getting 28,000 for free!The Scrip Program allows us to purchase gift cards at a discount. We then sell them at face value and the differencebecomes profit for St. Francis Xavier. We sell scrip year-round from the parish office and after weekend Masses. We keep over 40retailers on-hand, many local businesses such as Culver’s, Crossroads, Nineteen09 and Kwik Trip give generous rebates of 10%!Special thanks to Brienne Kuhn and Denise Adler who work tireless to run our program along with our amazing team of volunteers.3The Baptism of the Lord

Parish and Other Community News and EventsUpcoming Parish Events Heart to Heart Night: Jan. 12th Connect @ St. Francis: Jan. 20th CSW Open House: Sun. Jan. 30thReadings for the week of January 9, y:Saturday:Next Sunday:4Is 42:1-4, 6-7/Ps 29:1-2, 3-4, 3, 9-10 [11b]/Acts 10:34-38/Lk 3:15-16, 21-22 or, Is 40:1-5, 9-11/Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28,29-30 [1]/Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7/Lk 3:15-16, 21-221 Sm 1:1-8/Ps 116:12-13, 14-17, 18-19/Mk 1:14-201 Sm 1:9-20/1 Sm 2:1, 4-5, 6-7, 8abcd/Mk 1:21-281 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20/Ps 40:2 and 5, 7-8a, 8b-9, 10/Mk 1:29-391 Sm 4:1-11/Ps 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25/Mk 1:40-451 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a/Ps 89:16-17, 18-19/Mk 2:1-121 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a/Ps 21:2-3, 4-5, 6-7/Mk 2:13-17Is 62:1-5/Ps 96:1-2, 2-3, 7-8, 9-10 [3]/1 Cor 12:4-11/Jn 2:1-11January 9, 2022 A.D.

SFX Football CrazeLiturgical RolesJanuary 15—January 16Ministry4:30 pm8:30 am10:30 amUshersKeith LysterJim BeallStan NonnDennis ConohanJoe BomkampRichard EsserLector/CommentatorGeorge LoomsJim CayaMichelle BensonJulie EsserFrank LaBodaJulie LaBodaSaint Michael PrayerSaint Michael the Archangel,defend us in battle. Be our protection against thewickedness and snares of the Devil.May God rebuke him we humbly pray; and do thou,O Prince of the Heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hellSatan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the worldseeking the ruin of souls. Amen.Saint Francis Xavier PrayerAlmighty and everlasting God,We thank you for your Servant Francis Xavier,whom you called to preach the Gospel to the peoples of Asia.Raise up, we pray, in this and every landheralds and evangelists of your kingdom,that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable richesof our Savior Jesus Christ;Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, now and forever. Amen.Week 16 Results:12/27/21First Highest Score133 points 500.00Tony Martinelli, MadisonFirst Lowest Score19 points 50.00Kelsey NonnSecond Highest Score131 points 200.00Cliff & Lori Zander, Cross PlainsSecond Lowest Score25 points 12.50 eachKathy Esser, Cross PlainsTom Winchell, MiddletonThird Highest Score129 points 100.00Brandon Waldsmith, PoynetteThird Lowest Score26 points 5.00 eachGreg Tuescher, WaunakeeHenrickson Family, VeronaLori Blosser, LodiFourth Highest Score124 points 75.00Ryan Meili, ArenaFifth Highest Score123 points 40.00Jared RP Adler’s Pub & Grill,MadisonThank you to all who sold,purchased and participated inthis year’s SFX FootballCraze Sweepstakes!Go Pack Go!MADISON MIDDLETON OREGON LODISTOUGHTON CROSS PLAINS FITCHBURGwww.gundersonfh.comKalscheur Septic ServiceSeptic and Holding Tanks Cleaned and InspectedPhone 836-6677Contact Marcia Boswell to placean ad today! mboswell@4LPi.comor (206) 550-5220 x224624 Hour ServiceSt. Vincent de PaulCommunity StoreStore Hours:Mon.-Fri.9am-5pmSat.9am-2pm798-2121P.O. Box 1271620 Park St., Cross PlainsMP 860628SAEMAN LUMBER CO.Since 1876LUMBER BUILDING MATERIALSLANDSCAPE TIMBERS DOORSCABINETS WINDOWS ROOFING PAINT798-33211923 MARKET CROSS PLAINS815 19th St.Prairie du SacWI 53578Check us out on Facebookfor upcoming sales,new arrivals, pictures ofour store!!General info - 608-643-8905 Residential Replacements Commercial24 Hr. Service (608) 767-268910050 Highway 14 Black Earth, WI 53515888-285-7662 modernheatinginc.comDUMPSTER SERVICE“For All Your Waste Removal Needs”WE RECYCLECONSTRUCTION REMODELINGROOFING MATERIALS(608)278-7452www.citywasteinc.comGreg & Marisa Meylor , OwnersKen Wagner, President6989 Schneider Rd., Middleton, WI 53562Ofc: 608-831-6355 Cell: 608-516-7200www.theconcreteremover.comFor ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 www.4lpi.comSt. Francis Xavier, Cross Plains, WIA 4C 01-0472