Nov 16 2011 Bring Hope to Haiti on Give to the Max Day

Help Haiti The Great Minnesota Give Together

Reiser Relief invites you to join in a day of generous giving designed to support nonprofit organizations across Minnesota. On November 16, GiveMN.org will sponsor their third annual, online Internet fundraiser called Give to the Max Day. (Learn More)

The theme this year is, The Great Minnesota Give Together. In this fundraiser, Reiser Relief will be in competition with other Minnesota small nonprofits for grants ranging from $1,000 to $15,000. (Details)

Minnesota based nonprofit, GiveMN's secure online fundraising platform is easy to use for both donors and nonprofits. Last year, more than 42,000 donors logged on to GiveMN and gave more than $10 million to Minnesota charities during the 24-hour-long event. Again this year, we are given the power and opportunity to raise millions of dollars for Reiser Relief along with others.

Golden Ticket Bonus Grants
What if you could help Reiser Relief win $1,000 or $10,000 just by giving only $10? On Give to the Max Day, you can help us gain multiple chances at increasing our donations by participating in this online giving event. (Details)

On behalf of Reiser Relief Inc., I extend our warmest greetings to you and your families this autumn season. We are so grateful for the support that we have received from our donors. Thank You!

I remember the days when there were not freezers in the home and preserving the harvest for the winter months by canning was quite a challenge. Canning was always a great undertaking in late summer and fall, when hundreds and hundreds of jars were filled with the wonderful produce of the summer. It was a tedious and long job, but putting the harvest in Mason jars always left us feeling satisfied with our labors as we had the assurance that when the wind blew cold and the snow piled high outside, the kitchen table would be laden with nourishing and tasty foods.

Reiser Relief needs to plan for its upcoming winter season as well by filling its stores, and you have the opportunity to make a huge difference for the poor in Haiti. With your help we can continue to provide essential services to many Haitian families in their day-to-day efforts for survival. These services include providing fresh water, stocking food centers, and funding education and eldercare facilities.

We hope you will help support Reiser Relief by logging on to http://reiserrelief.org/ on November 16 and "Bring Hope to Haiti." Be part of this historic event and join the Great Minnesota Give Together! Give to the Max!!!

We thank you for your interest and support in helping us spread HOPE to the men, women, and children of Haiti. May God bless each of you most abundantly and know you are in my daily Mass and prayers.


Fr. Bernard Reiser
President, Reiser Relief Inc.

Reiser Relief Inc.
1800 - 111th Avenue NW #320
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
763-757-2295

Prints of Grace Book Review of: Reiser's Ramblings

Prints of Grace: Reiser's Ramblings:        Reiser’s Ramblings is a delightful book written by a priest who clearly exhibits the joy, peace, love, thankfulness, and generosit...

Catholic Writers Guild awards the Seal of Approval to “Reiser’s Ramblings" Book

On July 27, 2011 “Reiser’s Ramblings,” a Catholic Christian spiritual life book by Father Bernard Reiser and illustrated by Mark Sanislo has been awarded the Catholic Writers Guild the Seal of Approval.

About the Seal of Approval

The Catholic Writers Guild (CWG )Seal of Approval (SoA) assures Catholic bookstore owners and readers with an endorsement that the book supports Catholic beliefs and values.

The CWG began the SoA after discussions with Catholic bookstore owners who indicated they often did not have time to fully evaluate books and thus often did not stock books that came from unknown writers or smaller presses.

The SoA is not a critique of a work, but rather an assurance of its "Catholicity" and that neither the work nor its author go against the Mageristerium authority of the Catholic Church. They evaluate for Catholicity, not for writing style or quality. The book is evaluated by three to five members of the SoA Committee, who are members in good standing in the CWG.

Just what are some people saying about Reiser’s Ramblings?

Midwest Book Review July 12, 2011 - A story of a good man with the drive to bring more good through the world, highly recommended!

Janette Fuller July 26, 2011 - Father Reiser Writes With Passion, Conviction and Confidence. Join me on a spiritual journey that is inspiring, illuminating and heartening....I want to emphasize that this is not a book exclusively for those of the Roman Catholic faith. This book is for me and it is for anyone who is seeking a closer personal relationship with Jesus Christ. "Reiser's Ramblings" will make a wonderful addition to your Christian library.

Spiritual Memoirs of a Catholic Priest - These ramblings memoirs are composed of moving, funny, and profound vignettes that blur the line between sermon and a story. Like a homily, father will share a little scripture with a story that helps readers understand that verse and, even more, learn to live it.

Over 2600 books have been sold since its release in June 2010 and all profits from the sale are being used for Haitian relief efforts sponsored by Reiser Relief, Inc. These “Ramblings” are a collection of the best columns written over the past three decades by Fr. Bernard Reiser who takes on everyday topics such as family, kindness, gratitude, prayer, helping others, and staying focused on what’s important in life. Fr. Reiser’s essays are rich in symbolism, wise in understanding of human nature and take your heart on a spiritual journey.

About The Catholic Writers' Guild
The Catholic Writers' Guild is a professional group of writers, artists, editors, illustrators, and allies whose mission is to build a vibrant Catholic literary culture. CWG is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All of their funding goes toward educational and promotional programs for Catholic authors and their sharing of Catholic values.

The Catholic Writers Guild Inc.
PO Box 39326
Indianapolis, IN 46239
http://www.catholicwritersguild.org/

About the Author
Father Reiser is a "retired" Catholic priest; Reiser brings a seminary degree with a major in theology and 50+ years of ordained experience to his writing. He has volunteered his time to parishes in and around the Twin Cities of Minnesota. Father Bernard Reiser was born in 1924 and was ordained to the priesthood on June 4, 1949. His first was assigned to St. Mary of the Lake parish in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. In 1964, Archbishop Leo Binz asked Father Reiser to start a parish in the quickly-growing Minneapolis suburb of Coon Rapids located in Anoka County

Under Father Reiser’s leadership, Epiphany grew to become one of the largest Catholic communities in the state. In addition to a spacious sanctuary, the Epiphany campus includes an elementary school, a Perpetual Adoration chapel, a senior housing complex, an assisted living facility, a cemetery, and several outdoor shrines.

Reiser Relief Inc. is a volunteer run non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation founded by Father Bernard Reiser, who has been involved with Haiti outreach programs for over 13 years; Bringing Hope To Haiti. Reiser Relief is based in Coon Rapids, MN and its mission is to help the impoverished people of the Caribbean country of Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere

In January 2011 - Fr. Reiser was selected by the local NBC-affiliate station Kare 11, as one of its “Eleven Who Care’ - http://reiserrelief.org/eleven-who-care.html

Publisher: Reiser Relief Inc. Publication Date: June 2010. Genres: Christian Living › Faith, Spirituality › Inspirational, Catholicism › Self Help. Illustrator: Mark Sanislo ISBN: 978-0-615-36478-0. Paperback: 268pp. Retail Price: $16.95. Editor: Jacqueline Hilgert


“Reiser’s Ramblings” is available online at http://www.amazon.com and Minnesota retail locations : Epiphany Catholic Church Gift Center, Coon Rapids; St. George Catholic Books, Blaine; St. Maximilian Catholic Books, Elk River; Heaven Bound Catholic Books, St. Michael; and St. Nicholas Church, New Market.; Saint Patrick's Guild St. Paul.

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Janette Fuller Book Review Reiser's Ramblings

Reiser's Ramblings Book Review - Join me on a spiritual journey that is inspiring, illuminating.


Please check out a very nice book review on Reiser's Ramblings by blogger Janette Fuller: I like how she has captured the some of the spiritual themes and how she was able to put it into words the way Father writes and speaks: “The prose is written in an expressive, emotional and melodious style that is music to the reader’s heart. Father Reiser writes with passion, conviction and confidence.” See the book review at her blog.

http://janettefuller.blogspot.com/2011/07/book-review-reisers-ramblings.html

Midwest Book Reviews Recommends “Reiser’s Ramblings" - Midwest Book Reviews, Catholic Book, Christian Book

Midwest Book Reviews Recommends “Reiser’s Ramblings" - Midwest Book Reviews, Catholic Book, Christian Book

Fr. Bernard Reiser honored with Eleven Who Care Award on June 22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America

Fr. Reiser is being celebrated as an outstanding member of his community of Coon Rapids on June 22 2011 at the “Eleven Who Care,” banquet which will be hosted at the Thrivent's Corporate Center, Minneapolis Minnesota

In January 2011 Fr. Reiser has been named one of “Eleven Who Care,” an awards program that recognizes 11 outstanding volunteers who serve the community each year.

“I am honored by this recognition, especially because it brings attention to Reiser Relief Inc and our community participation in supporting the needs in Haiti.” Reiser said.

Fr. Reiser is the founder and president of Reiser Relief Inc. a nonprofit charity providing essential services to Haitians in their day-to-day efforts to survive. These services include providing fresh water, stocking food centers and funding education and eldercare facilities. Many Reiser Relief outreach projects serve impoverished people living in or near Cité Soleil, a slum near the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince

Each year, hundreds of volunteers are nominated for the award, given by KARE-11. According to KARE-11, the honorees “truly exemplify the belief that one person can make a difference.”

Fr. Reiser, who was born in Medina MN, is Catholic Priest, educator, author, and a student of human history. He has devoted himself for more than 60 years to his priestly ministry and supporting various projects in Haiti for over 13 years.

Fr. Reiser will be honored at the award banquet on June 22 and the Eleven Who Care segment will air June 22 at 10 p.m. on KARE-11

Reiser was ordained in 1949 and his new Book Reiser’s Ramblings has been recognized at recent book contests in the “spiritual category”:- May 2011 San Francisco Book Festival “Honorable Mention" ~ May 2011 Paris Book Festival "Runner-Up" and June 2011 Beach Book Festival “Runner-Up".

To learn more about Reiser Relief, or to make a donation, visit ReiserRelief.org or call 763-757-2295.


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For more information:
Visit our website: http://www.reiserrelief.com

Contact us: 1800 - 111th Avenue NW #320 Coon Rapids MN 55433

Reiser's Ramblings Catholic Book takes Runner-UP spot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) Reiser Relief Inc announces that Reiser’s Ramblings by Fr. Bernard Reiser was honored at the June 2011 Beach Book Festival and won the “runner-up” spot.

Fr. Reiser brings together a wonderful collection of “ramblings” that all of us can take home and take to heart. Father is a master in the art of spiritual storytelling; he engages, entertains, and challenges with undeniable hope. He has a gift and he shares it generously in this lovely book. Included are stories with the deep conviction that our human journey and our spiritual journey are intrinsically linked. He shares observations that are sometimes so wondrously obvious and visible, and he does it in a way that feels like you’re hearing from a close friend.

The book is 268 pages, 6″ x 9″ on white paper and is available in softcover (SRP $16.95) U.S. wholesale distribution is through Reiser Relief Inc Online availability through Reiser Relief and Minnesota retail locations: St. Maximilian Catholic Books, Elk River; Epiphany Catholic Church Gift Center, Coon Rapids; St. George Catholic Books, Blaine; Heaven Bound Catholic Books, St. Michael; and St. Nicholas Church, New Market.; Saint Patrick's Guild St. Paul.

ISBN: 978-0-615-36478-0
Publisher: Reiser Relief Inc.
Author: Fr. Bernard Reiser

Editor: Jacqueline Hilgert
Cover Artist: Mark Sanislo

For more information or to contact the author, visit http://www.ReiserRelief.org

About the author: Fr. Bernard Reiser is a long-time resident of Coon Rapids, Minn. He was ordained a Catholic priest in 1949 after attending the St. Paul Seminary. Fr. Reiser was first assigned to Saint Mary of the Lake, White Bear Lake, as Associate Pastor. He served that community for fifteen years. In 1964, Fr. Reiser was selected to start a parish in Coon Rapids. Fr. Reiser bought seventy acres of farmland on which to build this parish and the Church of the Epiphany was formed. Epiphany parish grew from 150 families in 1964 to 5,000 families today. Along the way, Fr. Reiser added to the Epiphany campus an elementary school, a Perpetual Adoration chapel, a senior housing complex, an assisted living facility, a cemetery, and several outdoor shrines. He also led the parish to construct a spacious sanctuary. Epiphany is now one of the largest Catholic communities in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and in Minnesota.


Reiser Relief Inc. is a volunteer run non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation founded by Father Bernard Reiser, who has been involved with Haiti outreach programs for over 13 years; Bringing Hope To Haiti. Reiser Relief is based in Coon Rapids, MN and its mission is to help the impoverished people of the Caribbean country of Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. Operating with the mission statement “to help the impoverished people of Haiti with a focus on children and families – providing clean water, food, housing and education,” “The number one need is food and clean water,” said Fr.Reiser.

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For more information:
Visit our website: http://www.reiserrelief.com
Contact us: 1800 - 111th Avenue NW #320 Coon Rapids MN 55433