As you are transitioning into the new pastorates, you may be wondering whether you should send your new Mass times to the Chancery to update the diocesan website (sfcatholic.org). The answer is yes and no, depending on your situation.
We will be doing something a little different with these pages going forward. If a parish has a website (whether its own or combined with other parishes), we will link the parish listing on the diocesan website to your website. That way as soon as a visitor clicks on your parish (from the diocesan website), they will be taken directly to your website to see Mass times and any other information you have on your site.
If you do not have a website for a parish, don’t worry! We will continue to update your Mass times on the diocesan website until your pastorate-wide website is created.
With those changes in mind, please be sure to keep your websites up-to-date, and send the Chancery any Mass time changes for any parish you are responsible for that does not have a website. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Renae (rkranz@sfcatholic.org) or Elise (eheier@sfcatholic.org).
With the transition of Heather from the Tribunal, several procedures will be altered. For permission for mixed religion weddings/dispensation for disparity of cult/dispensation from form, please send all requests to Thad Pals at the Chancery. Likewise, all pre-marital files that are between dioceses should be routed through the Chancery. Petitions for declaration of nullity should be sent to the Tribunal. Processing these cases may be delayed, so please allow for plenty of time. Any questions regarding Tribunal procedures or the status of cases should be directed to Father Tschakert at his cell phone: 605-228-7655.
Real Presence Radio is seeking an energetic person to assist our Advancement Team with spreading the word about RPR, which includes fundraising for our spring and fall Live Drives, banquets in Sioux Falls and Aberdeen, securing major gifts, planned giving and working various trade shows. If you sense a call to serve God in this capacity, please email a cover letter, your resume and three references to joyce@realpresenceradio.com
In order to help the priests’ as they transition from their current parish to their new pastorates, one of the most important items to take care of are the bank accounts so the new pastor can sign checks right away.
Not all banks are the same and some may have their own requirements to do this. I would suggest that you make a call to your bank and ask what their policy/procedure is for making this transition.
With that in mind, I have provided a sample document (see link below) that many banks (but not all) will accept to transfer the parish accounts from the outgoing pastor to the incoming pastor’s name.
Feel free to manipulate it however you need based on the number of accounts and number of signors desired, etc. The banks will need the entire social security number as well as a copy of the driver’s licenses of all those being added to the account. Please note that bringing in a copy of the minutes from the finance council confirming the new signor on the account will be beneficial.
Helping father out with this important task will be greatly appreciated.
Thad Pals, Chancellor
Just a reminder that all parishes should be taking weekly Mass attendance counts. These counts will provide accurate data as Set Ablaze pastoral planning gets underway and continue to help pastors and parishes see if they are making progress in their initiatives. The form to enter those counts is included below. Thank you for your efforts!
Confirmation Retreats 2023
September 30 – Abbey of the Hills
D-Camp 2023
July 9-12 – Broom Tree (High School) – [FULL]
July 13-16 – Broom Tree (Junior High) – [FULL]
CGS Level 1 Part A with Karen Sisson
June 19-21 and 24-26, 2024 – St. Lambert, Sioux Falls
National Eucharistic Congress
July 17-21, 2024 – Indianapolis
National Eucharistic Congress – Get $100 off tickets, limited supply
As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, tens of thousands of Catholics from across the country will be gathering in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 17-21, 2024, for a National Eucharistic Congress. This five-day event will be a pivotal, unifying, and transformative moment for the Church in the United States, and we want to invite Catholics from across the diocese to participate.
To that end, we have been able to secure 100 “early bird” tickets, at a reduced rate. These tickets are for anyone in the Sioux Falls Diocese and are first come – first served. To claim your ticket, go to sfcatholic.org/eucharist.
Come witness the Holy Spirit do something amazing!
Confirmation retreat – Abbey of the Hills
The Abbey of the Hills is hosting a Confirmation retreat on September 30, 2023. This retreat is open to any youth preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation. For more information visit: www.AbbeyOfTheHills.org. The link to the flyer can be found here.
Anniversary Mass – Dates TBD
There have been some questions about dates for anniversary Masses. The dates have not been set yet as we are waiting to coordinate with the new incoming pastors. Don’t worry, the Masses will be happening. Thank you for your patience in this time of transition!
Weekly “Power Hour” for Formation Leaders – Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
Power Hour is currently taking a summer break. They will resume in the fall.
PCL Email List
If you are new or newly diving into our offerings, we invite you to join the PCL email list. You can sign up on the diocesan For Parish Leaders webpage.
Silent Retreats:
Women’s: October 5-8, November 2-5
Men’s: September 21-24, November 16-19
Day of Recollection: Broom Tree Days of Recollection begin at 10 a.m. and include conferences, time for adoration, Mass, and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The day ends in mid-afternoon. Because lunch is served, we ask that you please register. A prayerful donation is requested.
2023 Days of Recollection
August 22 – “Transfiguration: Divinity Peeking Through Our Humanity,” directed by Fr. Tom Anderson
September 12 – “A God Who Knocks,” directed by The Lourdes Center
Couples Retreats
November 10-12
During this retreat, couples will have the blessed opportunity to spend time together receiving from the very heart of God. The environment at Broom Tree makes for a perfect couples get-away: no TV, no radio, no phones or computers, just beautiful, peaceful surroundings, good food, and all the time and good direction you need to experience renewal in your marriage. Register early.
Healing Retreats
October 13-15
Directed by Fr. Scott Traynor
The Lourdes Center will be hosting a Summer Grief Series July 2023
Topics for this series are:
July 11 – Painted Prayers – 6-8 p.m. – In this workshop, we will learn to use art as a form of prayer. This workshop is for all abilities. Come even if you are not sure if painting is for you.
July 18 – Men in Grief – 6-8 p.m. – An evening for men who are grieving.
July 25 – Miscarriage/Infant Loss – 6-8 p.m. – An evening for those who have suffered miscarriage and early infant loss.
Registration is required. Free will donation. Call The Lourdes Center at 605-988-3775 to register.
Held Grief Series presented by the Lourdes Center.
This 8-week Grief Series will begin Tuesday September 5, 2023 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The series will blend education and faith surrounding the loss of a loved one through death.
Each session will allow for small group discussion according to your particular loss (loss of a child, spouse, parent/sibling).
Registration is required. Free will donation. Call The Lourdes Center at 605-988-3775 to register.
