Church of the Home for Saturday, July 20
- Resurrection
- Jul 20, 2024
- 2 min read
Legacy of a Deacon
Resurrection has lost a fixture in our community. Deacon Don Ropson entered into eternal life on Monday, July 15. As memories pour in about his impact on many lives, we are reminded of the legacy of those familiar faces we see within our parish family.
Deacon Don passionately answered his call to the diaconate. It's been often quipped that Deacon Don "Hatched, Matched, and Dispatched." He baptized babies and journeyed with couples as they entered matrimony. He brought the church's presence to those ailing or at the end of life and spoke the words of final commendation for many. As a deacon, he was a beautiful example of service to God, Church, and Family. Deacon Don demonstrated humility and prayer for all at Resurrection.
Deacon Don is also remembered for his warm smile and welcoming attitude. While he was present at life's milestones, he was also present in the ordinary moments of life.
As a Church of the Home, continue the legacy of Deacon Don and those who share his qualities:
Reflect upon how you and your family have answered God's call. When have you been a service to God, Church, and Family?
Spend some quiet time in nature. Deacon Don was a champion for God's natural creation, especially wildlife.
Support organizations dear to Deacon Don's heart: Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter American Parkinson Association, Wisconsin Chapter
Visitation
Monday July 22
from 4:00pm to 6:30pm prayer service and rosary to follow
Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care
860 N Webster Ave., De Pere
Visitation at Resurrection
Tuesday July 23 from 9:30am to 11:00am
followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am.
Join us for Mass this weekend in person at 4:00 PM on Saturday, 8:30 or 10:30 AM on Sunday, on www.gbres.org/live, our YouTube channel, and our Facebook page.
READINGS FOR THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES
VIRTUALLY SUNDAY REFLECTION
Do you take time to pause and remember that Christ is the true Shepherd? All those who lead others need rest and prayer in order to serve fully empowered by Christ. It is Christ who is the source of joy, strength, and peace, even amidst the divisions, problems, and wars of the world. Join Fr. Paul as he reflects on this weekend's scripture readings.
Families
This Weekend's Bulletin
(click to read)
Parish Lyceum
The Parish Lyceum will feature a variety of topics, guidelines, and relevant information to nurture the PIESS of our lives – physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and social.
Announcements
Parishioners Tim and Mary Doemel are also walking in honor of their son Tim Jr.
Resurrection would love to help get 12 members on their team as well.
Please consider joining Team TimJr.
Ruby and Res
Is Ruby doing her daily exercises or just waking up from a nap? You be the judge!
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