Table Of ContentWelcome to St. Anthony of Padua. Today we celebrate the:
JANUARY 5,
2014
Bienvenidos a San
Antonio de Padua.
Hoy celebramos:
LA EPIFANIA
DEL SEÑOR
Lord, every nation on earth
will adore you!
(Psalm 72)
Que te adoren, Señor, todos los pueblos! (Salmo 72 [71])
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STEWARDSHIP & PARISH INFORMATION
St. Anthony of Padua Pastoral Staff THE LIGHT OF FAITH
(559) 439-0124 The first reading today is charged with
Pastor: Rev. Msgr. Rob D. Wenzinger ext. 104 the glory of the Lord. Everyone who
[email protected] can come to the holy city does come—
Parochial Vicar : Rev. Bert Mello whole caravans of people of all ages on
In Residence: Rev. Msgr. Myron J. Cotta, V.G. foot and on dromedaries and camels.
Parish Deacons This description of an irresistible light-
Rev. Mr. Edward C. Valdez filled city prepares us for the story of
Rev. Mr. Ricardo DeLeon the magi. They are guided by their own
Parish Sisters lights—their study of astronomy and
Sister, Flor Azevedo, FHIC
astrology—and by the light of a peculiar star. Their study tells them that
Sister, Rosa Maria Branco, FHIC
an unusual event in the heavens is a sign of an extraordinary birth on
Sister/Hermana, Teresa Norberto, MCSTNJ
earth. They mean to find out about this, and they set out with gifts
Support Staff
worthy of a king. They are welcomed into an insignificant house in
Finance/Facilities
Bethlehem, offer gifts befitting a king, and receive the gift of faith. Paul
Tom Neumeier ext. 243
[email protected] reinforces the great gift of faith available to the Gentiles, whom the
Parish Administrator magi represent. What they have seen has changed them, just as it
Mary Mosier ext. 103 changed Paul and all who heeded his proclamation. Like the magi and
[email protected] like Paul, we are invited to receive this life that is filled with the light
Admin Asst. Clergy Appt’s of faith. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
Chris Shiveley ext 101
[email protected]
SECOND COLLECTION This weekend is our second
Accts. Receivable
collection after Holy Communion to benefit the Parish
Lilli Angela Antonio ext 172
Improvement Fund. Thank you for your support and prayers
[email protected]
for our parish community.
Bookkeeper
Sherry Otero ext 120
[email protected]
National Migration Week 2014: January 5-11
Webmaster
Lisa Hendey National Migration Week 2014 will
[email protected] take place January 5-11 with the
Bulletin Editor theme, "Out of the Darkness."
email bulletin articles to: Migrants and particularly the most
[email protected] vulnerable migrants: children, the
undocumented, refugees, and
Sacraments Support Staff
victims of human trafficking, often
Infant Baptisms & Funerals
find themselves existing in a kind
Teri Lóera ext 102
of figurative darkness where their
[email protected]
options remain limited and their
Marriage Coordinator ability to live out their lives in its
Lynn Medeiros ext 116 fullness severely restricted. Often
[email protected] at risk of violence or exploitation these vulnerable populations need to
be provided the support needed so that they can thrive.
“God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all” (1 John 1:5)
Living Stewardship Now
God is light and we Christians are called to reflect that light in the
world. This entails our inviting others into communion with the Church,
A prayer for Epiphany:
speaking out against injustice, and striving to exemplify in our life
Father, you revealed your Son to
Christ’s example. During the week, Catholics are called to participate
the nations by the guidance of a through prayer and action to try and ease the struggles of immigrants,
star. Lead us to your glory in migrants and vulnerable populations and to reflect on the Church’s
obligation to welcome the stranger. “It is our call as the Church to bring
heaven by the light of faith.
the light of Christ to these populations, banish the darkness, and help
(The Roman Missal, Opening Prayer for to bring them from the margins of society to its center. During National
the Epiphany of the Lord) Migration Week, we should not only pray for those who are
marginalized but also advocate that protections are provided to them,
for they need them most.” U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
JANUARY 5, 2014 PAGE 3
MASS INTESNATCIROANMSE, NPRTAS,Y PERRASI,S PEEST, IPTRIOAYNESR &S P&A PREITSHIT IINOFNOSR MATION
READINGS AND MASS INTENTIONS (JAN 5 - JAN 12, 2014)
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
TODAY’S READINGS CAN BE FOUND AT #878
Baptisms are celebrated at
SUNDAY 1/5 IS 7:10-14; PS 24:1-6; ROM 1:1-7; MT 1:18-24
St. Anthony on Saturdays @
8:00 am † Jim Clements by Eddie & Gloria Lopes
9:00am or Sundays @ 2:30pm.
9:30 am Intentions of Marcie Rivas by Dianna Mirzai Parents must schedule the
11:00 am † Nicola DiCicco by Giuliano,Nikki,Evangelea & Evenia DiCicco baptismal date and the
Baptismal Preparation Class in
1:00 pm (Spanish) † Jesus E. Marquez por Jose Marquez
the Parish Office. Preregistration for
3:30 pm (Latin) Pro Populo
this class is required. Baptism should
6:00 pm † Johnny Hopkins by Kit Hopkins
be conferred in the first few weeks after
MONDAY 1/6 1 JN 2:12-17; PS 96:7-10; LK 2:36-40
the birth of a child. Godparents must be
6:45 am † Carrie Ann Penchuk by her family practicing Catholics.
8:00 am † Ronald Johnson by Patricia Johnson
THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
TUESDAY 1/7 1 JN 2:18-21; PS 96:1-2, 11-13; JN 1:1-18
Couples should contact the
6:45 am † Jane, Solag & LInda Dalition by Geo Dalition
parish office to make an
8:00 am † Leslie Wagenleitner-Roberts by Wm & Vivian McGuinness
appointment with the parish
WEDNESDAY 1/8 NM 6:22-27; PS 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8; GAL 4:4-7; LK 2:16-21 marriage coordinator at least
6:45 am † Donna Tacchino by Geri, Kevin & Anne six months in advance of any
8:00 am † John Mulligan by Joe & Theresa Castanos wedding date to begin preparations.
THURSDAY 1/9 1 JN 2:22-28; PS 98:1-4; JN 1:19-28
6:45 am † Frank Coderniz by Geri Coderniz
8:00 am Intentions of Charles & MaryAnn Jay by Jenny Sherrill
Praises, Prayers and Petitions
FRIDAY 1/10 1 JN 2:29 — 3:6; PS 98:1, 3CD-6; JN 1:29-34
6:45 am † John D. Messina by MaryAnne
PRAY FOR THE SICK: We pray for those
8:45 am † Nina Stamoulis by Nikki,Giuliano,Evangelea&Evenia DiCicco
who are sick. May they feel
SATURDAY 1/11 1 JN 3:7-10; PS 98:1, 7-9; JN 1:35-42 God’s healing power through
8:00 am † Peitro&Davidina Mastrocinque by Rosanna Lampman our prayers.
5:15 pm † Juanita Manzula by Manuel Manzula
CONDOLENCES: We pray for
7:00 pm (Spanish) Pro Populo
all the faithful departed. Eternal
SUNDAY 1/12 IS 60:1-6; PS 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13; EPH 3:2-3A, 5-6; MT 2:1-12 rest grant unto them, O Lord,
8:00 am † Daryl Atkins by Marketa Limova and let perpetual light shine upon them.
9:30 am † Kay & Pearl Delinger by Melba Knuffke May they rest in peace.
11:00 am † Chuck Shwiyhat by Jasmelino & Bernadette Coelho
1:00 pm (Spanish) † Jose Roberto del Rincon por Rosario Ruelas del Rincon
NEED PRAYERS?
3:30 pm (Latin) † Ciprana Irene Salcedo by Ron & Kathi O’Rourke
Please call or stop by the Parish Office if
6:00 pm † Patricia Helen Montevicchi by Joe & Gleize Pistacchio you would like to add someone to our
prayer petitions. If requested, we will
visit our website at www.stanthonyfresno.org
place their name (s) in the bulletin.
& our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/stanthonyfresno
INVITATION SUNDAY
2ND SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Due to our bulleting printing early schedule:
11:00AM MASS our stewardship contribution will not be
Do you enjoy coming to Mass? reported in following bulletins.
Are you filled with the Holy Spirit and want
WE GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR
to share that joy with others?
CONTINUED GENEROSITY!
Do you know someone who no longer comes
to Mass but may want to?
Then you have come to the right place, As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one
please join us for Invitation Sunday! A priest will be another as good stewards of God's varied grace.
available to answer any questions or concerns. 1 Peter 4:10
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education & Sacraments
(559) 439-0124
Children's Religious Education
Mary Socorro Briseño ext 119
[email protected]
Religious Ed. Secretary
Aida Bolton ext 121
[email protected] Happy Epiphany!
High School Sacraments
May we share our gifts with the Christ Child
Sharon Christison ext 111
[email protected] as the three Wise Men did.
Youth Group Assistant CURRENTLY ON BREAK – CLASSES RESUME:
Jenise Coates ext 110 Sunday, January 19, 2014
[email protected]
& Tuesday, January 21, 2014
For more information, please contact: Mary Briseño at 439-0124 ext. 119
STAR GAZERS or email at: [email protected]
In a French cathedral there is a charming
stone carving of the three kings wearing
crowns and sharing one cozy bed. An
Middle School
angel points to a star and gently touches
Youth Ministry
the hand of one king, who has awakened.
NEW DAY AND TIME
All 6th, 7th &
Sundays
8th graders
3:30pm - 4:45pm - Social Hall
welcome!
Please enjoy your advent/Christmas break!
We will meet again on January 19th!
January 19th is also a Sacrament session please
don't forget to bring all your homework!
For more information call Jenise @439-0124x110
Or Email [email protected]
The star is the one that led the kings to
Bethlehem, and the angel is warning them
not to return to Herod. Tradition says that
they were Caspar, Melchior, and
Balthasar, the first non-Jews to worship
the Son of God. In the Middle Ages
houses were blessed on Epiphany,
reflecting how these magi found Christ I am not afraid; I was born to do this. Joan of Arc
“on entering the house.” Try reviving this All teens in High School are welcome to attend our 6:00pm Mass.
ancient tradition. Incense the house, Come sit up front in the Main Section of the Church. Bring a friend!!
sprinkle holy water, and write in chalk
over every outside doorway “20 + C + M Jan 12th- “Into the Light”
+ B + 14” (or whatever the year is). The
Jan 26th- “Prove it”
letters honor the three kings and also stand
for Christus mansionem benedicat, “May
Christ bless this home,” and symbolize Unstoppable Retreat Feb. 14th –16th at
welcoming everyone into the home as Santa Terisita Youth Center forms online.
Christ.
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DOES YOUR STAR LEAD YOU
For more information call: Sharon @ 439-0124 ext 111
TO JESUS?
or email [email protected]
JANUARY 5, 2014 PAGE 5
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION & FAITH FORMATION
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Adult Religious Education-RCIA
sessions will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 7th at 6:30 And Sunday Pre-School
p.m. in the Conference Room. Anyone interested in (559) 439-0124
completing their sacraments of initiation ~ Baptism, Confirmation or Martha Danks-Ferguson ext 114
Eucharist ~ is welcome to join us. If you have questions, please contact [email protected]
Martha @ [email protected].
ADULT CONFIRMATION: If you are Catholic, older than high
school and have been thinking about investigating how to receive your
Confirmation, you’ve found it! Sessions are held on Tuesday evenings @Pontifex Dec/23/2013
from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the Conference Room of the Parish Center. Christmas celebrations are often full of sound.
New folks are welcome at any time… but NOW is a GREAT time to It would be good for us to make room for
start with the formation process. Call Martha for more details: 439-0124, silence, to hear the voice of Love .
ext. 114 or [email protected] @Pontifex Dec/20/2013
This Christmas may we be consistent in living
TUESDAY NIGHT FAITH BIBLE STUDY the Gospel, welcoming Jesus into the centre of
Faith Bible Stury will resume on Tuesday, Jan 14th our lives.
at 7:00 p.m. in room #21 Board Room. Come and @Pontifex Dec/19/2013
Let us pray that God grant us the grace of
join us. Instructor Deacon Ed Valdez
knowing a world where no one dies of hunger.
THE NEW LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE
STUDY ISAIAH Bible Study will resume on
Tuesday, Jan 14th at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room.
It’s not too late to join us. Come & see what the
prophet has to say to us in our day & age. Materials
are available from the instructor.
WOMEN’S THURSDAY MORNING
BIBLE STUDY
The Women’s Thursday Morning Bible Study will
resume on Thursday, January 16, 2014.
PERPETUAL ADORATION
ALL CAPTAINS & ALL PERPETUAL ADORATION
TEEN GOSPEL REFLECTION
ARORES are invited to this meeting to voice concerns
and raise ways to better assist adorers in their time of It is easy to look at this story and
adoration to the Blessed Sacrament. Thursday, see it as a cute novelty.
January 16, 2014 @ 6:30pm Board Room. However, just because this image is
depicted with tiny figurines at Christmas
time does not mean that something
REFLECTION
greater was not at stake for these gift-
1. Hearts, not camels, moved the magi. They left different than they
bearing men. They risked their livelihoods
arrived, altered by the baby in the altar of the manger. and their reputations because they fell at
the feet of Jesus. Worshipping the Savior
2. When you encounter the reality of Christ you either bow in
was not a popular thing to do at the time,
worship (Magi) or seek to
not to mention that Christ was a baby. But
destroy it (Herod).
they followed God's sign and visited Jesus
3. The Epiphany is the anyway, even offering Him priceless gifts.
manifestation of Christ’s It reminds me that I also need to risk what
identity to the whole world – a I hold dear to fall at the feet of Jesus.
foreshadowing of the universal Jesus not only calls me to Him, but also
Church, an invitation for all into demands my best offerings.
His Divine Sonship. Evan, age 18 - LIFETEEN
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PARISH MINISTRIES
Parish Ministries
MONTHLY MEMORIAL MASS
(559) 439-0124
Our next Monthly Memorial Mass will be Saturday,
Norma Jean Liscano ext 105 January 11th 2014@ 5:15pm. This Mass is in honor of
Ministries Secretary
those who passed away a year ago in December 2012
[email protected]
& January 2013. We invite members of the families to
Music Ministry
come up after Mass to take the candle home as a
David Sarkisian ext 222
memorial to your loved one. For questions? Please call
[email protected]
439-0124, ext. 112.
Sister Flor ext 122
[email protected]
Sister Rosa ext 112 SIGN LANGUAGE Good News for the New Year: Beginning at the
[email protected] 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, January 12th we will have
[email protected] American Sign Language interpreters present for
those who wish to utilize their services. We have been
working with graduate students from Fresno State as
well as local interpreters who serve the deaf and hard
of hearing through out the Fresno area. Please help us
spread the word.
MASS & HOLY HOUR
All Catholic homeschool families are welcome and invited to attend a
Catholic Homeschool mass celebrated by Rev. Bert Mello on
Monday, January 13th at 8:00 a.m. in the Our Lady of Guadalupe
Chapel at St. Anthony of Padua, followed by a Children's Holy Hour
from 8:45-9:45 a.m. After January, the homeschool mass and Holy
Hour will take place on the third Monday of every month at 8 a.m.
CORE GROUP
Core Group meeting Monday January 13, 2014 @ 7:00pm Board
Room at the Parish Office.
ST. ANTHONY’S FOOD DRIVE
JANUARY 25th & 26th
This month will be our
Food Drive…please
bring non-perishable
foods. The Truck will be
located in the Church JANUARY 27th, 2014
parking lot and someone
from Knights of Columbus
will there to help assist
FATIMA’S FAITHFUL
you! Thank you for your generosity in
helping those who are less fortunate and Fatima’s Faithful next Meeting: 6:30pm Thursday January 30th, 2014!
cannot provide for their families.
Monetary donations are greatly
Living God’s Word
appreciated. Make checks payable to:
Catholic Charities 149 N. Fulton Street We pray that the light of God’s love, shown to
Fresno, CA 93701. us in Jesus Christ and placed within us with
For questions call Catholic Charities at:
the gift of faith, may lead others to this same
237-0851.
faith. We also pray that we may continue our
“Lord, help me to make time today to serve own journey into the mystery of God and find
you in those who are most in need of
Christ waiting for us at journey’s end.
encouragement or assistance.”
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JANUARY 5, 2014 PAGE 7
PARISH MINISTRIES & OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
St. Agnes Mission
“God’s Love In Our Broken Lives”
2-DAY PARISH EVENING MISSION
with Father Patrick Martin
MON-JAN 20, & TUES-JAN 21@ 7pm
ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA CHURCH
Fr. Patrick will be speaking at the
evening Mass Sat-Jan 18 & St. Agnes Mission Support Staff
all Masses Sun-Jan 19th, 2014
Parish Administrator
Annette Amparano 394-5058
Confessions will be available for 2 hours
[email protected]
after the 8am Mass Monday & Tuesday.
The Blessed Sacrament will be Exposed on Father Patrick Director of Religious Ed.
Phyllis Carmona 299-5549
the Altar for private devotions in
Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel. Hispanic Ministries
Confessions will also be available at 6:00pm Miguel Mireles 259-4205
before the Mission/Mass in Our Lady of
Guadalupe Chapel. News from...
Everyone is welcome to attend this Mission!
St. Agnes Mission
There is no charge. A mission offering will be taken up to help
Fr. Patrick’s work with the broken of this world.
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Please make checks payable to: St. Anthony of Padua Church
If you have any questions please, contact the Office of Ministries
at:(559) 439-0124, ext 112 or 105. Prayer to Saint Michael
the Archangel
Father Patrick Martin is an apostle, in touch with God - on fire with
the Good News - in love with people. For him the handicap of Saint Michael the Archangel,
blindness is a gift from God that makes him an defend us in battle. Be our
extraordinary person of very special vision. Since the
protection against the wickedness
Fall of 1980 over 1000 parishes all over North America
and Europe have benefited from his Mission Program and snares of the Devil; may God
on "God's Love in Our Broken Lives," and dozens
rebuke him, we humbly pray, and
more are scheduled in future months. Father Pat's
faith and ministry are a source of hope and do thou O Prince of the Heavenly
consolation to all that he serves in the Lord's Host, by the power of God, cast
name.Fr. Patrick has also written many books. These
into Hell Satan, and all the evil
books & CDs will be available at the Mission. Father’s 5th book,
“Come Full Circle” will also be available. Thank you for your spirits who prowl about the World
generosity, your love and your prayerful support of our work with the
seeking the ruin of souls.
broken of this world.
Bishop’s Annual Anniversary Mass for
Married Couples: Sunday, February 9, 2014 at
2:30pm, at Saint Peter Prince of Apostles Parish in
Lemoore. Married Couples celebrating anniversaries of
25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50+ years are invited to register in
the parish office by or before January 19, 2014, in
order to receive a certificate at the light reception. Stop
by or contact the parish office at 439-0124.
THE SILVER ANGELS
The Silver Angels Ministry will be on winter break during the month of
January. Due to a scheduling conflict, our first luncheon of the New
Year will be on Tuesday, February 11th, rather than the 4th.
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HISPANIC MINISTRIES / MINISTERIOS HISPANOS
Hispanic Ministries Staff LA LUZ DE LA FE
(559) 439-0124 La primera lectura de hoy nos trae la
gloria del Señor que tiene tanta fuerza
Hispanic Ministries Director
Director de Ministerios Hispanos y pureza que puede inundar a
Edgar Briseno ext 173 Jerusalén. La lectura es tan gloriosa
[email protected] que los corazones palpitan y rebozan
Hispanic Ministries Assistant de júbilo. Todos aquellos que pueden
Asistente de Ministerios Hispanos venir a Tierra Santa vienen, caravanas
Hna. Teresa Norberto, MCSTNJ ext. 113 repletas de gente a pie y en camellos y
[email protected]
otros dromedarios. Esta descripción de
una ciudad tan llena de una luz irresistible nos prepara para la historia
de los magos. Van guiados por sus propias luces–su estudio de
CONTEMPLADORES DE
astronomía y astrología– y por la luz de una estrella peculiar. Su estudio
ESTRELLAS les dice que un fenómeno extraordinario en el cielo es señal de un
nacimiento extraordinario en la tierra. Determinan averiguar lo
En una catedral de Francia hay una
acontecido y salen con regalos dignos de un rey. Son bienvenidos a una
escultura encantadora de los tres reyes
casita insignificante en Belén, ofrecen regalos dignos de un rey, y
magos durmiendo en una misma cama con
reciben el regalo de la fe. Pablo destaca el gran regalo de la fe
sus coronas puestas. Un ángel apunta hacia
disponible a los gentiles, representados en los magos. Lo que vieron y
una estrella y suavemente toca la mano de
creyeron los ha cambiado, igual que cambió a Pablo y a todos los que
uno de los magos, que se ha despertado.
escuchan su proclamación. Igual que los magos, y que Pablo, estamos
invitados a recibir esta vida que está llena de la luz de la fe.
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Paluch Co.
SEGUNDA COLECTA
Hoy primer domingo del mes tendremos la segunda
colecta mensual para el mantenimiento de nuestra
parroquia. Gracias por su generoso apoyo!
LA SEMANA NACIONAL DE LA MIGRACIÓN
La Semana Nacional de la
La estrella es la que guió a los reyes magos Migración tendrá lugar del 5-11
hacia Belén y el ángel les advierte no 2014. El tema para este año es
regresar a ver a Herodes. La tradición dice “Salir de la Oscuridad”, y refleja
la oscuridad figurada que
que ellos se llamaban Gaspar, Melchor y
inmigrantes indocumentados,
Baltasar, los primeros no judíos que
niños, refugiados y victimas de
adoraron al Hijo de Dios. En la Edad Media
tráfico humano deben enfrentar
las casas se bendecían el día de la Epifanía,
cuando su habilidad para vivir sus
reflexionando en cómo los magos vidas es restringida severamente,
encontraron a Cristo cuando “entraron en la frecuentemente a causa de la
casa”. Trata de revivir esta antigua violencia y la explotación.
tradición. Inciensa la casa, rocía agua
“Dios es luz y en él no hay ninguna oscuridad” (1 Juan 1:5)
bendita y escribe con una tiza sobre cada
Dios es luz, y los cristianos estamos llamados a reflejar la luz del
una de las puertas exteriores la siguiente
mundo. Esto implica invitar a otros a la comunión con la iglesia,
inscripción: “20 + G + M + B + 11” (o
manifestándonos contra la injusticia y esforzándonos a ejemplificar en
cualquiera que sea el año). Las letras
nuestra vida el ejemplo de Cristo. Durante esta semana, los católicos
honran a los tres reyes magos, y a la vez
son llamados a participar a través de oración y acción para tratar de
expresan y simbolizan que toda persona
reducir el sufrimiento de inmigrantes y poblaciones vulnerables y
será recibida en esa casa como si fuera el reflexionar en la obligación de la Iglesia de acoger al extranjero.
mismo Cristo. Copyright © 2010, WLP. All rights reserved. “Durante la Semana Nacional de la Migración, deberíamos rezar por
los marginados pero también abogar para que se les provea
¿TU ESTRELLA TE LLEVA A
protecciones, pues ellos las necesitan”. U.S. Conferencia Católica de
JESÚS?
Obispos Católicos (USCCB)
5 DE ENERO DEL 2014 PAGINA 9
MINISTERIOS HISPANOS / HISPANIC MINISTRIES
@Pontifex_es 23 dic.
La Navidad suele ser una fiesta ruidosa: nos
vendría bien estar un poco en silencio, para
oír la voz del Amor.
Feliz Epifanía!
@Pontifex_es 22 dic.
Que podamos compartir nuestros dones con el Niño Jesús No nos resignemos a un Oriente Medio sin
cristianos. Recemos todos los días por la paz.
así como lo hicieron los Tres Reyes Magos.
@Pontifex_es 21 dic.
ACTUALMENTE EN DESCANSO – LAS CLASES REANUDAN EL:
El Adviento es un camino hacia Belén.
Domingo 19 de enero, 2014
Dejémonos atraer por la luz de Dios hecho
Para más información llame a: Mary Briseño at 439-0124 ext. 119 hombr .
o email: [email protected] @Pontifex_es 20 dic.
Intentemos vivir la Navidad en coherencia con
el Evangelio, poniendo a Jesús en el centro
de nuestra vida .
Caminata por la Vida
@Pontifex_es 19 dic.
Por favor acompañe al Obispo Armando Ochoa
Pidamos a Dios la gracia de que nadie más
el sábado, 18 de Enero, 2014a las 3:00pm para muera de hambre en el mundo.
hacer un Rosario Caminata desde la Family
Planning Assocites en 165 N. Clark St. Fresno,
CA hasta La Catedral de San Juan en donde se
llevara acabo una Misa bilingüe de Respeto a la
Vida. Seremos unos testigos fortalecidos en
Oración a San Miguel
nuestra fe, que proclama la santidad de la vida
y la dignidad de todas las personas, Arcángel
especialmente de los no nacidos. Con este acto
recordamos el 40 Aniversario de Roe v. Wade y San Miguel Arcángel, defiéndenos
nos unimos en solidaridad con nuestros en la batalla. Sé nuestro amparo
Obispos de la Conferencia de los Estados contra las perversidad y engaños
Unidos en su llamado Nacional por Nueve Días
del demonio. Que Dios le reprenda,
de Oración, Penitencia y Peregrinación, del 18
pedimos suplicantes, y tu príncipe
al 26 de Enero, 2014. Nuestro Rosario Caminata y Misa por el Respeto
a la Vida nos preparará para la Caminata por la Vida de la Costa Este de la milicia celestial con el divino
en San Francisco el 22 de Enero, 2014, nuestra nación recordará el 41 poder arroja al infierno a Satanás y
a los demás espíritus malignos que
GRUPO DE ORACIÓN andan dispersos por el mundo para
Se reúne los miércoles a las 7:00pm en el Salón #24 de la escuela. la perdición de las almas. Amén.
Acompáñanos
ESTUDIO DE BIBLIA
Los Jueves a las 6:30pm—8:00pm Salón #21 Acompáñanos y trae
tu Biblia!
Misa Anual de Aniversario para Parejas Casadas con el
Obispo: Domingo, 9 de Febrero del 2014 a las
2:30pm, en la Parroquia de San Pedro Príncipe de los
Apóstoles, en Lemoore. Parejas casadas que celebran
su aniversario de 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50+ de casados
están invitados a inscribirse, en la oficina de la
parroquia antes del 19 de Enero, 2014, para recibir un
certificado en la recepción después de la Misa de
Aniversario. Pase a la oficina o llame a Hna. Tere al
430-0124 para inscribirse.
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OTHER NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sponsored by OLV Alumni Parents
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Holy Spirit Church Hall - 355 E. Champlain Drive
(Corner of Friant & Champlain)
Social Hours: 5pm - No Host Bar - Dinner: 6pm
ALL YOU CAN EAT
Please join Bishop Armando Ochoa for Crab-Pasta-Salas
a 3pm Rosary Walk from Family Planning Festivities include: Silent & Live Auction
Associates at 165 N. Clark Street, Fresno,
Benefits: Our Lady of Victory School - Questions: 974-3148 John Esquivel
to St. John’s Cathedral for our 4:15pm
bilingual Respect Life Mass on
Saturday, January 18, 2014. We will be A Lifeline for Marriage
a strong witness to our faith, which
Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each
proclaims the sacredness of life and the
other? Do you argue … or have you just stopped talking
dignity of all persons, especially the
to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse?
unborn. We remember the 40th This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples
Anniversary of Roe vs. Wade. We join in experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including
solidarity with our United States Bishops disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential
in their Nationwide Call to Nine Days of information about or to register for the January program
Prayer, Penance & Pilgrimage, from in Bakersfield beginning with a weekend on January 10-
January 18-26, 2014: www.usccb.org 12 call
January 22, 2014 our nation will 661-747-2212 or email: [email protected] or visit the web
remember the 41st Anniversary of Roe vs. site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
Wade. Our Rosary Walk & Respect Life
Mass will prepare us for the Walk for Life
Mater Christi Apostolate Hosts:
West Coast in San Francisco following
week, January 25, 2014: A One Day Gregorian Chant
http://www.walkforlifewc.com Workshop
Contact Central California Right to Life
Outreach Director Michael Salinas for "Come and learn to sing the beautiful music
information on both of these walks: of the church"
[email protected], 559-229-BABY.
Everyone interested in learning the rich history and singing technique
of this beautiful for of church music.
When: Saturday January 18, 2014 8:30am-5:00pm
Location: Sister Disciples of the Divine Master Convent
3700 N Cornelia, Fresno Ca
Time: 8:30am Registration - 9:00am Workshop
Registration Fee: $60.00 includes workshop materials, lunch, &
drinks (doughnuts and snacks available for purchase). Register at
www.mater-christi.com, or email: [email protected]
For more information contact: Gerianne Avila Storelli @ 559-660-5228
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