Monday, October 20, 2025

The week of October 20

 Wednesday, October 22

6:00 p.m. – Requiem Eucharist for Baby Matthew (d. 12/14/1986)

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

Incense will be offered at this Mass

Burial in the memorial garden following Mass

Supper afterward at a local restaurant

 

 

Friday, October 24-Saturday October 25

Diocesan Convention and Bishop’s Election

Prairie Knights



Sunday, October 2620 Pentecost

 11:00 am – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

James Mackay, organist

Coffee Hour following Mass

 

Class with Steve Bolduc following coffee hour

 

Livestream:

We would love to see you in person but if you are unable to attend please join us for Mass livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephensfargo

To donate to St. Stephen’s, please click this link: Donate or, send a check to

St. Stephen’s, 120 21st Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102.

 

Requiem Mass for Matthew Retterath

On October 22, we will have a Requiem Mass and bury the ashes of Matthew, an unclaimed baby who was born November 17, 1986 and died on December 14, 1986. His ashes (along with a stuffed teddy bear donated by a parishioner) will be buried in the memorial garden following Mass.

 

Diocesan Convention

Diocesan Convention will meet on Friday October 24 when business will be conducted and Saturday October for the election of a new Bishop.

 

St Stephen’s Delegates are:

 

Lay Delegates:

Jessica Anderson,

Steve Bolduc,

Janice Chief,

Leroy Chief,

Sandy Holbrook,

James Mackay,

Gin Templeton,

Dan Rice,

Kristine Shafer.

 

Clergy Delegates:

Fr Jamie Parsley

Deacon John Anderson.

 

Additionally:

Leo Wilking, Chancellor Leo Wilking.

John Baird, Standing Committee

Amy Phillips, Diocesan Council.

 

O God, creator of the world and sustainer of our lives. We thank you for bringing together the members of the Diocese of North Dakota, a diverse and faithful people. Help us to listen to your Spirit as we discern our choice for a bishop that will live with us, work beside us, and know and understand us as we grow together to serve your people. Amen.

 

A Citizen’s Guide

The curse has been fulfilled: We live in interesting times. Our politics is polarized. Steve Bolduc will provide a framework for looking at the evolving political landscape in an adult education opportunity: “Policy, Politics, and Party Identity: A Citizen’s Guide.” Sunday October 26 following Coffee Hour. Open to all; we will gather following the liturgy, fortified with coffee and snacks.

 

All Saints Octave

Once again this year at St. Stephen’s we will devote an entire week to celebrate the saints in our lives. In preparation for the Feast of All Saints (which is one of the most important feast days in our Church year), we will be remembering all of the saints in our lives (those whom we have loved and who have shown us something of who God is). We will be offering several opportunities at St. Stephen’s to honor those who have passed on before us to the larger Communion of Saints.

+ Beginning before the week of October 26th, a list will be placed in the Narthex for you to write the names of your deceased loved ones so they may be remembered at the special Requiem Mass we will celebrate on Wednesday November 5. You can also send any names to Fr. Jamie at frjamieparsley@gmail.com and he will make sure that their names placed on the altar on All Saints Sunday and that they are remembered by name at the Requiem Eucharist.

+ Attend the Requiem Eucharist the All Saints Sunday Eucharist on November 2 and
at 6:00 pm Wednesday November 5.


Sunday, November 2- All Saints Sunday
11:00 am – Holy Eucharist

Wednesday, November 5- 6:00 pm – Requiem Eucharist for all our deceased loved ones
The names of all those buried from St. Stephen’s throughout the years as well as those written on the list in the Narthex will be read.
Incense will be offered at this Eucharist.

At the end of the service, we will process to the Memorial Garden for the Blessing of graves.


Supper afterward at a local restaurant

 

 

Words of Wisdom:

“Once you choose hope, anything’s possible.” ~Christopher Reeve

 

From the Green Team:

These takeout containers can't be recycled

Polystyrene foam containers: These foam containers, often referred to as "Styrofoam," are widely used for takeout and delivery, so it's likely you've seen them. Unfortunately, they aren't recyclable and must be thrown out.
Black plastic containers: These are another popular choice for restaurants and while they are often made from recycled materials -- making them at least somewhat eco-friendly -- they can't be recycled and must be tossed. According to Walters, recycling plant sorting technology just hasn't caught up to these materials yet.
Chinese containers and clamshells: This is another type of container that in theory could be recycled, but because oil often seeps into the cardboard, you're better off throwing them away. Also, many are coated with a sealant that makes them leak-proof and difficult to recycle.
Oil-stained pizza boxes: In theory, corrugated cardboard can be recycled but not when it's soaked in oil or caked with cheese. Happy medium: Take the top portion of the box if it's free from oil and recycle that with your cardboard. The bottom half will likely need to be trashed.
Plastic bags: Your food is often delivered in plastic bags, but they aren't
recyclable and can cause serious harmto your local recycling facilities.To dispose of plastic bags, return them to the store where you got them or reuse them. Better yet, don't use them at all and request a paper bag instead.
Plastic utensils: Not everything made from plastic is recyclable and recycling plastic utensils is usually dependent on your local facility so check with your service provider. Even better, when you place your order let the restaurant know you don't need any plastic utensils.
Soiled paper plates and napkins:
These are not recyclablewhen soiled with food and liquid, so look for reusable, biodegradable or true disposable products instead. Source: CNET. For more information visit  https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/not-all-takeout-containers-are-recyclable-here-are-7-that-dont-go-in-the-blue-bin/

 

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