the spirit of the lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to

“THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD
IS UPON ME, BECAUSE HE
HAS ANOINTED ME TO
BRING GLAD TIDINGS TO
THE POOR.”
Luke 4:18a
St. Anthony of Padua
5770 N. Maroa, Fresno Ca 93704-2038
(559) 439-0124 Fax: (559) 439-3050
www.stanthonyfresno.org
Parish Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
(open during lunch)
Mass Schedule
Saturday: 8:00am., 5:15pm (Vigil Mass), 7:00pm (Spanish)
Sunday: 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am,
1:00pm (Spanish), 3:30pm (Latin), 6:00pm
Daily Mass Schedule (September - May)
Monday - Thursday: 6:45am, 8:00am
Friday: 6:45am, 8:45am
First Friday: 5:30pm (Chapel)
Misa en español del Primer Viernes: 7:00pm
(Capilla de Guadalupe)
Perpetual Adoration
24 hours a day, 7 days a week located in the Parish Office
Sacrament of Reconciliation (confesiones)
Saturday: 11:00am - 12:00pm AND 2:30pm - 4:30pm
St Agnes Mission Church
111 W. Birch St., Pinedale, Ca 93650
(559) 439-2100
www.stagnesfresno.org
Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 - 4:00pm
(Closed for lunch 12:30 - 1:30pm)
(Closed Wednesdays)
Mass Schedule
Sunday: 9:00am, 10:30am (Spanish)
No Daily Mass
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Confessions will be held at St. Anthony's
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Tuesday: 7:00 - 8:00pm
St. Anthony’s School
5680 N. Maroa,
Fresno, Ca 93704
(559) 435-0700 Fax: (559) 435-6749
www.sasfresno.com
Principal: Mrs. Kim Cochran
St. Anthony’s Staff
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Clergy
Pastor
Parochial Vicar
Parochial Vicar, St. Agnes Mission
In Residence
Parish Deacon
Parish Deacon
Mission Statement
Rev. Msgr. Rob Wenzinger
Rev. Fr. Loren Blessing
Rev. Ricardo D. Magdaleno
Rev. Msgr. Myron J. Cotta, V.G.
Rev. Mr. Edward C. Valdez
Rev. Mr. Ricardo DeLeon
The Catholic Christian Community of
St. Anthony of Padua welcomes all to our
celebrations of God’s love. Through prayer,
education, sacraments, caring and stewardship,
we strive to serve the needs of God’s people and
Religious
Parish Sister
Parish Sister
Parish Sister
to gain a richer understanding of the gospel
Sr. Flor Azevedo, FHIC
Sr. Rosa Maria Branco, FHIC
Hna. Teresa de Jesús, MCSTNJ
Religious Ed. Secretary
Sunday Pre-School
Youth Group Ministries
Youth Group Assistant
Contact Person
Rev. Msgr. Rob Wenzinger
Mary Mosier
Chris Shiveley
Teri Lóera
Lilli Angela Antonio
Sherry Otero
Martha Danks-Ferguson
Jan Spraggins
Mary Socorro Briseño
Tom Neumeier
Teri Lóera
Sharon Christison
Edgar Briseño
Hermana Teresa de Jesús
Lynn Medeiros
David Sarkisian
Norma Jean Liscano
Sister Flor
Sister Rosa Maria
Aida Bolton
Martha Danks-Ferguson
Sharon Christison
Sarah Moreno
School Principal
Mrs. Kim Cochran
Pastor
Administrator, Parish
Administrative Asst.
Administrative Asst.
Accts. Receivable
Bookkeeper
Adult Religious Ed.
Bulletin Editor
Children's Religious Ed.
Finance/Facilities
Infant Baptisms
High School Sacraments
Hispanic Ministries
Hispanic Ministries Asst.
Marriage Coordinator
Music Ministries
Parish Ministries
message of love.
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smoreno@stanthonyfresno.org
St. Anthony’s School ~ 435-0700
ext 233
kcochran@sasfresno.com
St. Agnes Mission Church ~ 439-2100
Parish Administrator
Director of Religious Ed.
Hispanic Ministries
Annette Amparano
Phyllis Carmona
Miguel Mireles
394-5058
299-5549
259-4205
amparano@stagnes.comcastbiz.net
Welcome to St. Anthony’s
We at St. Anthony of Padua Church extend our heart in a warm welcome to you. Whether a long term resident or newly arrived in
the Parish, we are so grateful you are with us. If you have not registered, or would like to update registration information, please fill
out this form; you may place it in the collection basket or mail/drop off at the Parish Office.
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ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA contribution statements will be mailed by the end of January. If you do
not receive your statement by the first part of February, please contact the Parish Office at
439-0124 ext. 172.
VATICAN II - THE CHURCH IN SERVICE TO THE WORLD
50th Anniversary and the Year of Faith
Vatican II called every Catholic to take an active role in caring for those in need, in building unity among all
peoples, and in shaping a more humane world. In this workshop we will review Vatican II and present the
Catholic Social Teaching that flows from it. For your ministry as parish leaders and educators, we will share
resources to engage families, youth, and children in living the Church’s mission to the world locally and
globally through prayer, learning, and action!
Offered in English and Spanish
This workshop will explore:
Vatican II and the Church’s Social Mission
Catholic Social Teaching
Our local and global call to mission
Resources for Parish Leaders and Educators
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Saturday, February 2nd * 9:00am - 12:00pm
St. John’s Cathedral, 2814 Mariposa St., FRESNO
and
Sunday, February 3rd * 2:00pm - 5:00pm
St. Philip the Apostle, 7100 Stockdale Highway, BAKERSFIELD
For more information and to register, please contact: Jim Grant, KNXT-TV (559) 488-7440
jgrant@dioceseoffresno.org
Presenters:
Joe Hastings, M.Div, works with Catholic Relief Services promoting global solidarity in West Coast dioceses from his office
in Seattle, WA. Before coming to CRS he worked with the homeless, in parish social ministry, and in adult religious
education. His workshops share a mix of his experience in lay ministry in the US and the work of CRS and Catholic
Churches in the Middle East, Latin America, Africa and Asia.
Maria G. Arroyo, MTS, works with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) raising awareness and educating on Catholic Social
Teaching, global solidarity and the work of CRS. Maria’s 19 years of ministry have included parish pastoral ministry,
Catholic school educator, youth/university minister, community organizer and adult education. Maria has led delegations and
spent time in Latin America, West Africa and India.
POLICY FOR BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Deadline: 11 days prior to the Sunday you’d like your article to be considered for publication.
Format: Typewritten, e-mail is preferable
Send articles to Jan by e-mail @ jspraggins@stanthonyfresno.org
Note: The editor’s deadline is set by the publisher and is non-negotiable.
Due to this reason, late articles will not be accepted.
Articles must be approved prior to appearing in the bulletin. We reserve the right to edit articles.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE (www.stanthonyfresno.org)
E-mail Lisa Hendey at: Lhendey@stanthonyfresno.org
Don’t forget to “like” us on Facebook and “check in” (on your mobile device) before Mass
to let others know about our wonderful Parish.
Bulletin
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Sacraments
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Readings and Mass Intentions ~ (January 27 - February 2, 2013)
Sunday 1/27
8:00 am
9:30 am
11:00 am
1:00 pm (Spanish)
3:30 pm (Latin)
6:oo pm
Monday 1/28
6:45 am
8:00 am
Tuesday 1/29
6:45 am
8:00 am
Wednesday 1/30
6:45 am
8:00 am
Thursday 1/31
6:45 am
8:00 am
Friday 2/1
6:45 am
8:45 am
5:30pm
7:00pm
Saturday 2/2
Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10; Ps 19:8-10, 15;
1 Cor 12:12-30 [12-14, 27]; Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21
† Angelo Marone by Mr. & Mrs. DiNuzzo
Pro Populo
† Ventura Rodriguez-Cazarez by Greg & Carmen Rodriguez
† Maria Cervantes por La Familia Sanchez
† Rex Davenport by Jim & Jean Wilkins
Intentions of Vincent Sherrill by Jenny Sherrill
Heb 9:15, 24-28; Ps 98:1-6; Mk 3:22-30
† Jennifer Prongos by The Belton Family
Intentions of Ben Singer by Jenny Sherrill
Heb 10:1-10; Ps 40:2, 4ab, 7-8a, 10, 11; Mk 3:31-35
† Jesse Esparz by Rebecca Mestas
† Ed Williams by Patricia Bailey
Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 4:1-20
† Carrie Dunn Penchuk by her mother, Ann Rader
† Maria Villaflor by Cerlin Alingasa
Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24:1-6; Mk 4:21-25
† Nanette Scott by Jenny Sherrill
† Noel Michael Bernal by his mom, Melanie Arroyo
Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34
† Carl Orlando by Mike & Sara Orlando
† Gary Gentile by The Reynolds Family
Intentions of Marcela & Sophie Martinez by Kim Nguyen
†Roy Silva by J. Silva
8:00 am
9:30 am
11:00 am
1:00 pm (Spanish)
3:30 pm (Latin)
6:oo pm
Recently Requested Masses
And Intentions
Manuela C. Gutierrez by Maria L. Gutierrez
Jose J. Gutierrez by Maria L. Gutierrez
Stan Uyrostek by John Figura
Intentions
Sister Rosa Maria Branco by
Vince & Norma Jean Liscano
Evelyn Manfedo by Anna & Don Saldino
Evelyn Manfredo by Lloydell & John Muro
Evelyn Manfedo by Ashley & Jeff Wills
BROKEN BRIDGES
When we cannot forgive, we break the bridge
over which we must pass if we would ever
reach heaven; for everyone has need to be
forgiven. ~ George Herbert
Pray for the Sick:
We pray for Margaret Ramirez,
Paulina Quitoriano, Steve Segal and all
those who are sick. May they feel the healing
power of our prayers.
Condolences:
We pray for Julia Bravo and all the faithful
departed. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.
Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32]
8:00 am
† Nora Shirey by Cerlin Alingasa
5:15 pm
† Rosemary Lawrence by Patricia Johnson
7:00 pm (Spanish) † Artemio Valles por Yvonne & Luis Romero Valles
Sunday 2/3
January 27, 2013
Jer 1:4-5, 17-19; Ps 71:1-6, 15, 17;
1 Cor 12:31 - 13:13 [13:4-13]; Lk 4:21-30
† Lourdes Orlovida by Nanette Galon
Intentions of Tom & Mary Masarenaz
† Joaquin Maciel by his wife & family
† Pro Populo
†Judy Dolenshak by her family
† Fr. Rick Matty by MaryKay Buckley
For the weekend of January 20, 2013
This week’s plate income: $21,027.00
Last year’s plate income: $21,246.62
Difference:
- $ 219.62
Year to Date Plate Collection:
7/1/2011 - 12/31/2011: $ 619,087.19
7/1/2012 - 12/31/2012: $ 670,912.64
Difference
+ $ 51,825.45
Thank you for your generosity!
MARRIAGE AND CHILDREN
“Marriage is not merely a private institution. It is the foundation for the family, where children learn the values and virtues that will
make good Christians as well as good citizens. The importance of marriage for children and for the upbringing of the next generation
highlights the importance of marriage for all society.” (Excerpted from the U.S. Bishops’ Pastoral Letter entitled Marriage: Love and Life In The
Divine Plan. To read the document go to http://www.usccb.org/loveandlife/)
Lord God, grant that every family on earth may become for each successive generation a true shrine of life and love.
Grant that Your grace may guide the thoughts and actions of husbands and wives for the good of their
families and of all the families in the world.
Grant that the young may find in the family solid support for their human dignity and for their growth in truth and love.
Grant that love, strengthened by the grace of the sacrament of marriage, may prove mightier than all the
weaknesses and trials through which our families sometimes pass.
Through the intercession of the Holy Family of Nazareth, grant that the Church may fruitfully carry out
her worldwide mission in the family and through the family.
We ask this of You, Who is life, truth, and love with the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. www.2heartsnetwork.org
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2nd YEAR OF SACRAMENT PREPARATION
Next session for families in their 2nd year of Sacrament Preparation is scheduled for Thursday, January 31st
A New Year has begun. A new Bible Study begins too: Our Little Rock Scripture Study series continues
with the Gospel of John. Join us on Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Board Room of the Parish Center.
New members are always welcome. Materials are available from the facilitator. Keep that great New
Year’s resolution to get more involved with your faith and make some new friends at the same time. We
look forward to you joining us.
RADIANT JOY
All teens in High School are welcome to attend
our 6:00pm Mass. Come sit up front in the
Main Section of the Church. Our Life Nights
immediately follow until 9:00pm.
February 3rd: NO Life Night
February 10th: Life Night
February 15th - 17th: Retreat at Three Rivers
Do you know an adult interested in learning
about our faith? Our Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) sessions are held
every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference
Room of the Parish Center. New inquirers are
always welcome. Please join us. (Accompanying friends are
always welcome too). Contact Martha if you have any
questions. 439-0124, ext. 114.
February 24th: Life Night
G.I.F.T. Growing in Faith Together
GRADES: K - 6TH
Classes are held:
Sundays: 3:30 - 4:45pm or
Tuesdays: 6:30 - 7:45pm
For more information, please contact:
Mary Briseño at 439-0124 ext. 119
www.mbriseno@stanthonyfresno.org
All 6th, 7th, & 8th graders
ALWAYS WELCOME!
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:45pm in the Social Hall
January 29 ~ Serving the Poor
What can the poor teach us
about loving God?
February 5 ~ Movie Night!
Come see what’s playing
(This night will be a little longer that usual)
2nd Year Sacrament class
Thursday class: 1/31
LOVE IN OUR WORKS
Our Lord does not care so much for the importance of our
works as for the love with which they are done.
Sarah Moreno at 439-0124 ext. 110 or
smoreno@stanthonyfresno.org
~ Teresa of Avila
G
racious God,
You have called me to life and gifted me in many ways. Through Baptism You have sent me to continue the
mission of Jesus by sharing my love with others. Strengthen me to respond to Your call each day. Help me to
become all You desire of me. Inspire me to make a difference in others' lives. Lead me to choose the way of life
You have planned for me. Open the hearts of all to listen to Your call. Fill all with Your Holy Spirit that we may
have listening hearts and the courage to respond to You. Enkindle in my heart and the hearts of others the desire
to make the world a better place by serving as Lay Minister, Sister, Priest, Brother or Deacon.
Amen. (www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship)
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Parish Ministries
WORLD DAY OF THE SICK @ ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA
CHURCH MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2013 @ 10:00AM
Pope Benedict XVI...“In the Anointing of the Sick,
the sacramental matter of the oil is offered to us,
so to speak, “as God’s medicine…which now
assures us of his goodness, offering us strength
and consolation, yet at the same time points
beyond the moment of the illness towards the definitive healing,
the resurrection.” (cf. Jas 5:14)” (ibid.).
SILVER ANGELS SENIOR MINISTRY
Seniors: The Silver Angels Senior Ministry invites
you to a celebration of St. Valentine’s Day!
Bring your Valentine and come out dancing to the
music of: “Dave, Mike & Ed”.
Date: Tuesday, February 5th, 11:30am at Pardini’s,
(Shaw & Van Ness) Entrée: Braised Beef;
Price: $12.00. We look forward to seeing you!
For questions? Please call Antoinette @ 431-9536.
January 27, 2013
TAIZÉ PRAYER SERVICE
Monday, January 28, from
7:30pm to 8:30pm in the Main
@ St Anthony of Padua Church
“Who except God can give you peace? Has the
world ever been able to satisfy the heart?”
~ St. Gerard Majella
EXTRAORDINARY
MINISTERS Of HOLY
COMMUNION TO THE
HOMEBOUND!
Our next meeting will be on
Monday, February 4th @ 10am in the
Conference Room or 7pm in the Parish
Office Boardroom. Also, if you are
interested in becoming an Extraordinary
Minister to the Homebound or a Visitor,
you are welcome to attend one of these
meetings or contact Sr. Rosa for training
at:439-0124, ext. 112. Thank you!
St. Anthony Food Drive This Weekend!
Please drop-off your non-perishable food items in the
big white truck located in the Church parking lot.
Catholic Charities does except monetary donations.
By your donations Catholic Charities is be able to buy groceries
from the Food Bank at a very low cost. Please make checks
payable to: Catholic Charities 149 N. Fulton Street Fresno,
CA 93701 Volunteers are always needed, if you’d like to help
please contact: Catholic Charities at: 237-0851. Thank you in
advance for your generosity!
“When you are called from your prayers or the Eucharistic celebration to
serve the poor, you lose nothing, since to serve the poor is to go to God.
You must see God in the faces of the poor.” - St Vincent de Paul
First Friday Mass February 1, 2013
Everyone is welcome to join the St. Padre Pio Devotees
as they gather for Mass 5:30pm on First Friday, in Our
Lady of Guadalupe Chapel followed by Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament & Benediction, immediately following a
conclusion of prayers for the intercession of St. Padre Pio.
“If we only knew how God regards this Sacrifice, we would risk our lives to be
present at a single Mass.” ~ St. Pio of Pietrelcino
MINISTRY CORE GROUP MEETING!
The next Ministry Core Group meeting will be
Monday, February 11, @ 7:00pm in the Board Room.
It is important that you attend this meeting if you cannot, please
send a representative in your place. If you have any questions, call
the Office of Ministries at: 439-0124, ext. 112 or 105. Thank you.
FATIMA’S FAITHFUL MEETING
THURSDAY, JANUARY 31st
“Fatima, more important than ever.” ~ Blessed John Paul II
Come join us on Thursday, January 31, 2013 @
6:30pm in the Parish Office Boardroom. Bring
your “Fatima for Today” book; we’ll be discussing
Chapters 14 & 15. Newcomers are welcome at
anytime. For further information please contact
Sr. Rosa Maria in the Office of Ministries at:
439-0124, 112.
QUEEN OF THE HOLY FAMILY GUILD
All women of the parish are invited to
the: Queen of the Holy Family Guild
Meeting on Thursday, February 7th
@ 6:30pm in the Conference Room.
Please call Pat at: 431-5246 or Irene
at: 431-0167 for more information.
FAITH STUDY w/Rev. Mr. Ed Valdez
Facilitator: Rev. Mr. Ed Valdez
When: Every Tuesday Night
Time: 7pm-8:30pm / Where: Room #21
Come join us, this class begins with prayer,
song, meditation and the Rosary; teachings on
the Sunday Readings, Church History and much
more. Occasionally there are guest speakers.
All, are welcome at any time. Bring your bibles
and a friend. Questions? Call:439-0124, ext. 105.
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
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REFLECTING
For the Ride Home
January 27, 2013
SCRIPTURE
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…for rejoicing in the LORD must be your strength! (Nehemiah 8:10)
•
The precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart (Psalm 19:9)
•
…the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are all the more
necessary, (1 Corinthians 12:22)
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…to bring glad tidings to the poor… to proclaim liberty to captives …
to let the oppressed go free, (Luke 4:18)
REFLECTION
•
How do the weak help the strong in the Body of Christ?
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How is the parish the Body of Christ?
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How are you part of the Body of Christ?
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When do you remember “rejoicing in the Lord?”
•
What is an experience that you have had that “lets the oppressed go
free?”
Because Jesus freely chose to bring good news to the poor and
showed a special love for them, Francis wanted to imitate Christ and
work with social outcasts and the poor, something he had never
imagined himself doing. He had always possessed a generous spirit but
struggled to identify with those in need. In fact, he admits in his final
testament that the turning point in his conversion was his willingness to
serve lepers. The change came when he left behind the security of his
social structure and comfortable lifestyle to care for the lepers and the
poor, to spend time with them and to eat with them. Living with the
poor awakened to him the poverty and suffering of Christ.
Francis response to living the gospel challenges the typical social
categories that define our lives and keep us isolated from each other. By
living among the poor lepers and the sick, and by welcoming everyone
whether friend or enemy, he prods us towards a wider understanding of
community, one in which no one is excluded. He reminds us that God
can be found in the poor, sick, lonely, unemployed, and powerless
because God is known in vulnerability. This image of the vulnerable,
poor God is the heart of Francis’s spirituality. This is what encouraged
him to seek out the weakest members of society.1 1Simsic, Wayne, Living the
Wisdom of St. Francis, Paulist Press; Mahwah, NJ, 2001, p. 3,4.For the Ride Home by Ted
Bergh © ParishVision LLC 2010
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ON
GOD’S WORD
The book of Isaiah has been called the fifth Gospel,
so often so the Gospel writers use it for proclaiming
Jesus as Christ, the long-awaited Messiah and Son
of God. In today’s Gospel reading, Jesus begins to
move through his home territory of Galilee “in the
power of the Spirit” (Luke 4:14), the same Spirit
that descended on him after his baptism. He then
goes to his hometown of Nazareth and to the
synagogue on the Sabbath.
A hush must have filled the room as he walked to
the place of reading and searched
the scroll to find this passage.
They had been hearing about his
time in Galilee and how all had
praised his teaching. What would
he say to them? He chose Isaiah’s
words (61:1–2a) about one
anointed by the Spirit who would preach good news
to the poor, bring liberty to captives, and, at the
heart of these lines, exercise a ministry of
compassion, a reference to another citation from
Isaiah (see 42:6b).
This three-part mission continues to be the work of
the Church: preaching the Gospel, working for
social justice, and reaching out to all peoples in
compassion. At the beginning of his ministry, Jesus
announced that this work was being fulfilled in the
hearing of his listeners by what he was doing. The
Spirit works to do the same today through us.
~ James A. Wallace, c.ss.r.
Living God’s Word
When Ezra read from the book of the law of God,
explaining it so the people could understand, they
wept, but he said to them: “Today is holy to our
Lord. Do not be saddened this day, for rejoicing in
the Lord must be your strength!” (Nehemiah 8:10).
Ask God to let the divine word bring joy to your
heart. Copyright © 2012, World Library Publications. All rights
YEAR OF FAITH: JANUARY 2013
Manifesting Christ: Blessed Are the Peacemakers
Meditation
The joy of love, the answer to the drama of suffering and pain, the power to forgive offenses, life’s victory over death’s emptiness: all
this finds fulfillment in the mystery of Christ’s incarnation, in Jesus becoming human and sharing our human weakness in order to
transform it by the power of his resurrection (see Benedict XVI, Door of Faith, 13).
This Year of Faith has opened wide the “door of faith.” The liturgical “door” that opens every calendar year is the solemnity of Mary,
the Holy Mother of God. Her Son is the Prince of Peace, thus her feast fittingly coincides with the World Day of Prayer for Peace,
whose theme this year is “Blessed are the peacemakers.” Peace, writes the pope, grows from deep within each human soul as God’s
gift. It flowers whenever we work to build peace in the world, as individuals and as members of the human family. As January unfolds,
the Sunday Gospels proclaim Jesus’ “manifestations” as Savior of the world: on Epiphany, to the Gentile nations, in the persons of
the magi; on the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, to the people of Israel listening to John the Baptist at the Jordan; at Cana’s
wedding feast, to the smaller circle of disciples, as Jesus changes water into wine; finally, in his hometown synagogue, as Jesus
inaugurates his public ministry by proclaiming his mission of bringing glad tidings to the poor, liberty to captives, sight to the
blind, freedom to the oppressed.
Mission
To continue manifesting Jesus’ presence in the world by making his mission our own, especially as peacemakers in Jesus’ name at
home and in our communities. — Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
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St. Agnes Mission Church
The St. Agnes Mission Church contribution statements will be available by the end of
January. The statements will only be sent to those who used their pre-printed envelopes or
for those who wrote a check. Please call the St. Agnes Mission Church office at 439-2100 to
request your statement; statements will not be sent without a request from you!
(This only pertains to St. Agnes Mission Church)
Super Bowl Sunday Tri-tip Dinner
February 3, 2013
Look for us outside the Conference Room
after all morning Masses
$10
includes tri-tip, chili beans, peppers & onions & rolls
or
Reserve your whole tri-tip by calling
Doug @ 908-6762
(you MUST pre-order the whole tri-tip)
Root for your favorite team and
leave the cooking to us!
Sponsored by St. Anthony of Padua’s
Knights of Columbus
Diocese of Fresno’s
March 23, 2013
All 6th - 8th graders are welcome!
ST. PAUL NEWMAN CTR.
1572 E. Barstow Ave., Fresno, CA
Cost: $20 / participant
9:00am: Check in / doors open
9:30am - 4:00pm: Mass of the day
and lunch is included!
Religious articles are available for sale
For more information, contact:
Sarah Moreno at 439-0124 ext. 110.
Keynote Speaker
JUDY MCDONALD
Catholic Comedian
www.judymcdonald.net
DIRECTIVES RECIVED FROM THE DIOCESE OF FRESNO FOR THE FLU SEASON FOR MINISTERS, ALTAR SERVERS AND
PARISHIONERS IN LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS:
1.
2.
3.
Do NOT come to Mass when you have flu-like symptoms
Do NOT bring sick children to Mass or to school
Symptoms of flu in humans includes: Cough, fever, sore throat, stuffy nose, chills, headache and body aches, fatigue,
(and sometimes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea).
4. Do NOT shake hands (e.g., greetings and sign of peace) if you have a scratchy throat, the “sniffles,” coughing, or
sneezing.
5. The distribution of the Precious Blood has been suspended until further notice. We DISCOURAGE distribution of the Host
on the tongue until this flu epidemic has passed. Doing so can contaminate the entire ciborium if a finger touches an
infected person on the tongue or mouth, and then returns to the ciborium.
6. Wash your hands well with hot water and soap (20 seconds) before and after Mass. When you can’t wash your hands, use
a hand sanitizer like sanitizing hand wipes, “Purell” or like products that have alcohol based anti-bacterial solution,
especially before distributing communion.
7. If possible, get the flu shot, get plenty of rest, eat a balanced diet and drink plenty of water.
8. Wash your hands before and after touching your eyes, face or mouth.
9. Eucharistic Ministers MUST wash hands with an alcohol (62%) based anti bacterial solution immediately before and after
distributing the Eucharist.
10. Strongly encourage children and pregnant women to receive flu vaccinations.
Remind God’s People that they are excused from attending Mass if they are ill with the flu or have reason to believe that they
have flu-like symptoms. Those who must care for a sick family member at home, or who reasonably fear they will spread a flu
virus if they leave home are also excused from Mass. Weekend Masses, school attendance, and other gatherings and
celebrations will only be suspended in the case of a local epidemic, or threat of one. www.dioceseoffresno.org
www.stanthonyfresno.org
Around our Diocese
will celebrate a very special Mass.
ANNUAL DIOCESAN ANNIVERSARY MASS
Sunday, February 10
3:00pm @ St. Mary’s Catholic Church (Visalia)
This is a reminder to couples who are eligible to receive a
wedding anniversary certificate who celebrate their
25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 and more years of marriage in the
years 2012 and 2013 to register at the Parish Office by
January 20, 2013.
ST. HELEN’S ALTAR GUILD
is having an afternoon of Bingo
This promises to be a fun, relaxing event.
Please feel free to bring lots of friends!
YOU
MAY EVEN WIN ONE OF MANY PRIZES
When: Saturday, February 16
Where: St. Helen’s Parish Hall
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm (Doors open at 12:15pm)
Cost: $5.00 (extra cards are $1.00 each)
For more information, contact Marge at 266-6225.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
J
esus came into the world to bring the good
news. Allow Him to open your eyes and renew
your marriage? Sign up today to attend the next
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend; Listen to
God’s voice and let Him strengthen, renew, rekindle
and bless your marriage sacrament.
The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in
the Fresno Area at St Nicholas Retreat Center, Dunlap,
is March 15 - 17, 2013. We also have a weekend
May 3 - 5, 2013 in San Juan Bautista. For more
information contact Rich & Mary Jo Castello at
831-704-6322 or registrar@wwme-centralca.org.
To register online centralcawwme.org.
Come and join the Knights of Columbus every
first Saturday of the month directly after the
8:00am Mass, reflecting on the Rosary for Life.
This Rosary is the Scriptural Rosary selecting
one of the mysteries each month. Each mystery
draws on exact bible passages corresponding to each
mystery. Come pray and offer this rosary in union with
our blessed mother to battle abortion.
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Fr. Mike Lastiri, pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary, Hanford
will be leading a tour of Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Russia,
Finland and Sweden abroad the cruise ship NCL
NORWEGIAN STAR from September 8 - 20, 2013. The
total inclusive package with airfare, taxes, cruise ship, and
gov’t taxes start at $3689 per person for 13 days. Call Fr. Mike
at Immaculate Heart Church at 584-8576.
Host Family Needed for a 16-year-old, 11th grade
Chinese boy at San Joaquin Memorial H.S. He enjoys
basketball, computers, running, music, and table
tennis. He speaks English, pays full tuition, is covered
by insurance, and has his own spending money. The
host family provides a warm environment and receives
a generous monthly stipend. Please open your home
and hearts to this deserving boy.
For more
information, please call Christa Shannon, toll-free,
at 866-238-9285.
POINT IN TIME SURVEY OF HOMELESS
On September 19, 2012 Fresno County Councilmember
Henry Perea and several people from various county
departments and from the Fresno Housing Authority met
with the Summit Conference on Homelessness for
Fresno’s religious leaders to discuss how members of
the faith community can help the city and county solve
the problem of homelessness.
One need was for 150 volunteers to help with the Point
In Time Survey which is required by HUD for Fresno and
Madera agencies to get Federal grants to help and
house the homeless. To volunteer you must participate
in a mandatory volunteer training session at
Poverello House located at 412 F Street, Fresno, on
Sunday, February 24, 2:30pm - 6:00pm. Surveyors are
needed for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,
February 25 - 27, arrive at 5:00am, surveying is
5:30am– 9:00am: Teams of 4 - 5people will take to the
streets to survey Fresno and Madera’s Homeless. We
kindly ask that volunteers commit to participating on all
three mornings if possible. To sign up as a volunteer,
contact: Gabriela McNiel, Director of Volunteer Services,
Poverello House (559) 498-6988 ext.101 or
(559) 970-8477. Please indicate that you would like to
be a Registry Week volunteer.
HISPANIC MINISTRIES / MINISTERIOS HISPANOS
Pagina 10
Enero 27, 2013
EL TIEMPO
Los días de fiesta ya pasaron, el año se nos viene
encima. ¿Y qué clase de año será? De acuerdo con
las palabras de Jesús en el Evangelio de hoy, será “el
año de la gracia del Señor”. Y Jesús con seguridad no
se refería solamente a los próximos trescientos
sesenta y cinco días cuando hablaba a la gente en ese
tiempo. El anuncio de la “llegada” de la gracia de Dios lo
hizo Jesús para todos los tiempos, para cada año. De
manera similar, leemos hoy en Nehemías cómo la gente
se reunía con solemnidad a escuchar la Palabra de Dios
como si fuera la primera vez. Escuchaban y luego se
postraban con el rostro en la tierra y lloraban. Pero el
profeta decía: “Este día está dedicado al Señor… no
estén tristes”. El “año de la gracia del Señor” es este
año. El día “dedicado al Señor” es hoy. El tiempo de
escuchar es ahora. ¿Qué clase de año tendrás? ¿Qué
clase de día? La ayuda de Dios siempre está aquí. Lo
que haces cada día será santo y aceptable al Señor
solamente si escuchas y practicas la palabra de Dios.
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HOMEBOUND (VISITAS A LOS ENFERMOS) Por favor
informe a la Hna. Tere al 439-0124 x. 113 de cualquier
persona, familiar o vecino que esta en el hospital, asilo
de ancianos o en casa para que sean visitados por un
miembro del Ministerio de Enfermos. A la misma vez
invitamos a personas que les gustaría ser parte de
este importante ministerio.
Bendición de las velas
Los días sábado y domingo 2 y 3
de febrero se bendecirán las
velas y los niños Dios después
de la misa.
GRUPO DE HOMBRES
APOYO, COMPAÑERISMO Y CRECIMIENTO ESPIRITUAL
El Grupo de Hombres se reunirá el próximo lunes a las
7:00pm Salón #21 YA SE ARMO! ACOMPAÑANOS!
GRUPO DE ORACIÓN
El Grupo de Oración se reúne los miércoles a las
7:00pm en el Salón #21 de la escuela. Acompáñanos
ESTUDIO de la BIBLIA
El Grupo de Biblia reanuda sus reuniones el jueves 10
de enero del 2013 - 7:00pm Salón #21. Acompáñanos
y trae tu Biblia!
GRUPO DE JOVENES
KICK-OFF VIERNES 1RO DE FEBRERO a las
6:30pm en la Capilla de Guadalupe!
AÑO DE LA FE
-
¿Quien es la Hermana Glenda?
Hermana Glenda es una cantautora chilena
con nacionalidad española, conocida como la Hermana
Glenda. Lleva 21 años como consagrada a Dios. 17 con las
Hermanas de la Consolación y 12 años dedicados a la
evangelización con la música. Se graduó como teóloga y su
música es internacionalmente reconocida por su ámbito en
la música cristiana católica. Su misión es evangelizar a
través de su música. No te pierdas la gran oportunidad de
ser parte de esta tarde llena de bendiciones con
Hermana Glenda! Por el tiempo que dura el concierto se
sugiere que no traigan niños pequeños para que ustedes
puedan disfrutar de su música y la buena nueva.
El cupo es limitado, obtén tu boleto hoy. Te esperamos!
MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: SÁBADO 7:00PM Y DOMINGO A LA 1:00PM
-
AÑO DE LA FE
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