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1515 W. Benjamin Holt Drive, Stockton, CA 95207
Website: www.presentationchurch.net
Mission Statement: As disciples of Jesus Christ and good stewards, we are all called to use our gifts for the Kingdom of
God. Como discípulos de Jesucristo y buenos corresponsales, todos somos llamados a usar nuestros dones para la obra del
Reino de Dios.
CLERGY
Rev. Msgr. Lawrence J. McGovern, STL . . . Pastor
Rev. Fr. José Maghinay . . . . . . . . . . .Parochial Vicar
Rev. Fr. Suresh Ery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Parochial Vicar
Rev. Dr. Bill Brennan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deacon
Rev. Mr. Scott A. Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deacon
Rev. Mr. Mike Navarec, Sr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deacon
Rev. Dr. Benjamin Joe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deacon
SCHEDULE OF MASSES
Weekdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00am
Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00pm (Vigil)
Sunday . . 7:00am, 8:45am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 2:15pm
(Spanish), 5:00pm – LIFE TEEN
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
December 20, 2015
“Blessed are you who believed
that what was spoken to you by the Lord
would be fulfilled.” Luke 1:45
Toddler Time-Sunday 8:45am and 10:30am Masses.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30pm -7:30pm
Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:00am - 10:00am
- or by appointment
BLESSED SACRAMENT CHAPEL
24-hour access; contact the Ministry Center
MINISTRY CENTER (OFFICE)
6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207
Office Hours . . . . . . . . Mon - Fri., 8:30am - 4:30pm
Receptionist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Juanita Diaz-Medina
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209-472-2150
Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209-472-0541
E-Mail . . . . . . . .frontdesk@presentationchurch.net
PRESENTATION PARISH SCHOOL
1635 W. Benjamin Holt Dr., Stockton, CA 95207
Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maria Amen
President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Frederick Medina
Office Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kelly Peters
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209-472-2140
Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209-320-1515
E-Mail . . . . . . . . . . . office@presentationschool.org
PRESENTATION PARISH PRESCHOOL
Site Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Tamura
E-Mail . . . . . . . preschool@presentationchurch.net
“Like” us on Facebook at “Presentation Church.”
MASS SCHEDULE—Year C
Monday, December 21
Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a, Lk 1:39-45
7:00am Mass: Fr. Joe
†Cipriana Agatep, †Angelina San Andres
Tuesday, December 22
1 Sm 1:24-28, Lk 1:46-56
7:00am Mass: Msgr. Larry
Mr. & Mrs. Geronimo Refuerzo & family
Wednesday, December 23
Mal 3:1-4, 23-24, Lk 1:57-66
7:00am Mass: Msgr. Larry & Dcn. Bill
†Bernard Kabigting, †Antonio B. Ablog, Sr., †Dominic Deiro,
Bernard K. Mokuahi III
6:30pm Reconciliation: All Priests
CHRISTMAS MASS
SCHEDULE
Thursday, Christmas Eve, December 24
Is 9:1-6, Ti 2:11-14, Lk 2:1-14
3:00pm Mass: Msgr. Larry (Church)
†Lisette Buhagiar, †Eucharistic Buhagiar,
†Lily C. Canton, †Petronilo B. Canton
3:00pm Mass: Fr. Joe (Community Center)
5:30pm Mass: Fr. Suresh
†Antonio B. Ablog, Sr.
8:00pm Mass: Fr. Luis (Spanish)
11:00pm Mass: All Priests (caroling starts @10:15pm)
†Pilar Lambino-Orlino, †Romualdo S. Castro, Sr.,
†Baltazar Cabreros, †Pilar V. Caracena,†Porferia V. Lerio
Saturday, December 26
Sir 3:2-6, 12-14, Col 3:12-17, Lk 2:41-52
5:00pm Mass: Msgr. Larry & Dcn. Mike
9:00am Reconciliation: Msgr. Larry
Sunday, December 27
Sir 3:2-6, 12-14, Col 3:12-17, Lk 2:41-52
7:00am Mass: Fr. Suresh
8:45am Mass: (signing for the deaf) Fr. Suresh & Dcn. Mike
10:30am Mass: Msgr. Larry & Dcn. Mike
†Nena Guillem,†Neusa “Nancy” Fernandes
12:15pm Mass: Fr. Joe
†Ophelia Ramalho
2:15 Spanish Mass: Fr. Luis
5:00pm Life Teen Mass: Msgr. Larry
THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR
Monday, December 21
7:00pm EDGE—Youth Center
7:00pm Pro Vida—St. Ann
7:00pm Bible Study-Israel’s Story—St. Francis
Tuesday, December 22
10:00am
6:00pm
7:00pm
7:00pm
7:30pm
Fuerza y Poder—Sts. Ann/Joachim
Depression Support Group—St. Ann
YAM—Youth Center
Rondalla—St. Joachim
Charismatic Prayer Group—Guadalupe Hall
Wednesday, December 23– no activities
Ministry Center Closed
December 24, 2015 through January 3, 2016
Shub Naya Baras!
Friday, The Nativity of the Lord, December 25
Is 9:1-6, Ti 2:11-14, Lk 2:1-14
8:00am Mass: Fr. Suresh
†Aniceto Tabiula,†Ambrosia Tabisula,†Bonifacio Nieddu,
†Ann Clark Stiefvater, Trista Rose Angel Rohleder,
†Bill Limbaugh
10:00am Mass: Fr. Joe
Maligayang Pasko!
In Remembrance
†Larry Curtis
†Steve Anthony Franco III
This weekend’s flowers are
in memory of
Mae Marraccini
and Angelina San Andres
PARISH MINISTRY OFFICE
SUNDAY WEEKLY OFFERING
Administrator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Falcone: jfalcone@presentationchurch.net
Dir. of Admin. Services . . . Jan Brassesco: directoroas@presentationchurch.net
Office Manager . . . . . . . Norma Rodriguez: 2officemgr@presentationchurch.net
Receptionist . . . . .Juanita Diaz-Medina: frontdesk@presentationchurch.net
Adult Formation/Returning Catholics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sr. Kathy Littrell, SHF
adultform@presentationchurch.net
Bulletin Editor . . . . . . . . Jenny Marquez: bvmbulletin@presentationchurch.net
Catechetics (RCIA) . . . . . . . Laura Lozano: religioused@presentationchurch.net
Early Childhood/Baptism:
Marijayne Patterson: earlychild@presentationchurch.net
Youth Ministry . . . . . Lynee Monckton: youthministry@presentationchurch.net
Liturgy Director . . . . . . Katherine Andrews, PhD: liturgy@presentationchurch.net
Music Director . . . . . . . . . . Geremie Rebustillo: music@presentationchurch.net
Facilities Director. . . . . Mark Gaff: facilitydirector@presentationchurch.net
December 13, 2015
$26,190.25
GIVING ENVELOPES
December 25 CHRISTMAS
December 27 Weekly envelope
January 1
January 3
Solemnity of Mary
Weekly envelope
Building &
Maintenance
Thank you for your generous donations.
PARISH MISSION - SAVE THE DATE
Come join us on January 25, 26 and 27, 2016
at Presentation Parish Church for an experience you will not forget!
Fr. Ron Hoye, a Vincentian priest, will provide an
opportunity for people of all ages, children through
seniors, to be lifted up and energized in the love of
God! This mission is designed to draw us into a
deeper relationship with Jesus. We hope to see
you, your family and friends there. Please save
these dates on your calendar.
FRIENDSHIP IN JESUS
The goal is to re-awaken our commitment as disciples of Jesus. What is
emphasized is the relational aspect of our faith and practical ways that we
can turn our lives more completely to the Lord, both individually and as
Church.
WHAT IS A MISSION
A mission is a mini retreat designed for busy people; an opportunity to
step back a bit, to slow down and simply reconnect our lives with God; a
time of spiritual refreshment and invigoration. Something we all need!
WHO IS A MISSION FOR
Mission is for everyone of all ages. The mission experience is one of story,
laughter, reflection and prayer. The message and delivery appeal to all
ages. It is designed to draw us into a deeper relationship with Jesus and—
to have a good time doing it. It is an excellent opportunity for anyone who
wants to know Jesus more and invigorate their faith. It is also a powerful
opportunity for anyone struggling in or questioning their faith or for
those who feel alienated to find healing and welcome. In other words, for
anyone who desires a spiritual boost or spark-that’s just what a parish
mission is all about!
HOW LONG IS IT
Here’s the best part—it is 50 minutes per session. We recognize that people are busy and so it won’t go on and on every evening. That is a promise.
By the time you leave home for mission every evening to the time you get
back it will be under an hour—a time frame that accommodates even the
busiest of schedules.
MINISTRIES, EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MINISTERIO EN ESPAÑOL
Cuarto domingo de Adviento
UN ORDEN NUEVO
“Oh, pequeña aldea de Belén”; un clérigo de Filadelfia llamado Phillips Brooks escribió este popular
villancico a mediados de los 1800, pero el profeta
Miqueas hubiera podido hacerlo primero. Miqueas
sabía que el tesoro grande viene en estuche pequeño. En la primera lectura de hoy, él sabía que del
pueblito de Belén vendría el Señor.
El escritor de la carta a los hebreos explica que Cristo vino a nosotros para hacer la voluntad de Dios de
establecer un nuevo orden y ser un sacrificio perfecto. Y Lucas nos dice que Isabel y Juan, el pequeño
en sus entrañas, comprenden que grandes maravillas han llegado con la venida del Señor.
Este es el Cuarto Domingo de Adviento. Mañana
celebramos de nuevo el fruto de tu vientre, María.
Como se nos dice en Hebreos, el nuevo orden de
Jesús se está creando hoy mismo. Y como proclama
Miqueas, su grandeza llega ahora mismo hasta los
confines de la tierra.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS
Fourth Sunday of Advent
“For behold, when the voice of your
greeting came to my ears, the babe
in my womb leaped for joy.”
(Luke 1:44)
When you hear the scripture readings each Sunday,
do you “leap for joy”? If not, don’t blame the lector
or priest; rather look inside yourself. Do you prepare for Mass each week or do you just show up and
expect to be entertained?
ADULT FORMATION
Gospel: Luke 1:39-45
Adults: When was it hardest for you to trust in
God’s plan, as Mary did? What can help you at
such times?
Children: When is it hardest for you to obey a
parent or teacher? What can help you obey with
more trust?
Evangelio: Lucas 1:39-45
Adultos: ¿Cuándo te fue difícil confiar en el plan
de Dios, como lo hizo María? ¿Qué te puede ayudar
en esos momentos?
Niños: ¿Cuándo te es más difícil obedecer a tus
padres o maestros? ¿Qué te puede ayudar a cumplir con más confianza.
COMUNIDAD HISPANA
El día 24 de Diciembre tendremos la Santa Misa en español a
las 8:00 pm y a las 11:00 pm la
Santa Misa en inglés con villansicos.
El día 25 de Diciembre festejamos el nacimiento de nuestro
Señor Jesucristo con la Santa
Misa en inglés a las 8:00am y a
las 10:00am.
El dia 26 de Diciembre tendremos la Hora Santa de 7:00pm a
8:00pm para pedir por
nuestros sacerdotes, vocaciones y los niños no nacidos.
Bishop Blaire will publish a short “Moment
of Mercy” each week during the Year of
Mercy. If you would like to sign up to receive
it at your own email address, send a request
to: editor@stocktondiocese.org.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK AND
THEIR CAREGIVERS IN OUR PARISH
WOULD YOU LIKE TO STRENGTHEN
YOUR MARRIAGE?
Pray that these parishioners may find
comfort and healing in Christ: Justina
Gutierrez, Moira Nichols, Hilda
Goyette, Norman Desmarais, Carolyn
Desmarais, Alba Klemin, Rosemary
Frerich, Fernanda Coronado, Alice
Valverde, Rose Gobble, Simone
Nguyen, Florence Bingham and Elvira Balancio.
Married couples of all ages are invited
to join us for the enriching
seven-week
“MARRIAGE COURSE”
at Church of the Presentation.
Please call Jenny Marquez at 320-5719 to add or
remove names from this list.
PRESENTATION
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
ANNUAL CRAB FEED
All you can eat while it lasts
Saturday, January 16
Doors open at 6pm—Dinner at 7pm
Tickets $45 each
Dennis Raio
209-609-3600
Emanuel Ponte
209-986-4658
Proceeds for the benefit of
Knights of Columbus Charities
No Host Bar—Raffle—Dancing
Space is limited to 15 couples.
Sessions will meet on Friday evenings
from 7:00 to 9:30pm
on the following dates:
January 15, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 19, 26
(Dinner provided each evening)
Youth Center Gathering Space
1626 McClellan Way, Stockton
Pre-registration is required.
HOLY YEAR PILGRIMAGE
For more information about the program,
or to register, contact John & Mary Regan
at 951-6540.
Join Bishop Blaire for a wonderful Holy Year Pilgrimage to sacred sites in Italy as well as an audience with Pople Francis. Download an informational
brochure: http://stocktondiocese.org/pilgrimage.
Please note: There is a possibility of
change of time, date and location
depending on the needs of ministry.
June 1-11, 2016
With Spiritual Director Bishop Stephen Blaire
Adoration Tours
E-mail: Adeline@AdorationTours.com
www.AdorationTours.com
Call Adeline Castiglione, MCC
(818)368-6545 or Toll Free (800) 580-7040
365 Days to Mercy
The Year of Mercy began December 8, 2015.
Celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy with a great
new free app from Our Sunday Visitor!
The theme for the year is “be merciful, just as your
Father is merciful.” The app includes daily reflections on mercy, daily Scripture reflections, book
excerpts, Year of Mercy resources, Pope Francis’
tweets throughout the year, Year of Mercy news
stories, Divine Mercy Chaplet and Novena, and
more. You can download the free app, “365 Days to
Mercy” by going online to the Apple App Store or
Google Play.
PRESENTATION SCHOOL
ANNUAL FUND DRIVE
This year Presentation Parish
School is Celebrating 50 Years
of Catholic Education!
Our goal for the 2015-16 Annual Fund Drive is targeted to complete the expansion of technology in the
classrooms for all grades. With a focus on STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), we are
dedicated to preparing our current and future students for success, while remaining rooted in our
Christian values as they face the moral and ethical
challenges ahead. Your tax-deductible gift in any
amount can be made at anytime. Make checks
payable to Presentation Parish School.
Thank you for your continued prayer and support of
our parish school ministry.
Monsignor’s Corner
CAR FOR SALE
My "gently" used 2009 Chevy Malibu hybrid
(in good condition) is for sale (Kelley Blue
Book suggested asking price is $8959.00).
Great mileage in town=25mpg; 31 mpg on
the freeway. Could be your economical second car. If interested, please call my desk
phone 320-5709 and leave a message.
Perhaps the perfect gift!
CHURCH OF THE PRESENTATION
MINISTRY CATALOG
Our parish is blessed to have many life-enriching
ministries. The success of our ministries is only
possible because of those who listen and respond to
God’s call to serve. Have you listened for God’s
voice? You can learn more about ways to become a
Steward of the faith in our Ministry Catalog available online at presentationchurch.net.
Msgr. Larry
HOLY GROUNDS CAFÉ
St. Joseph Meeting Room
Mondays: 6:30-8:30pm
(Fall Season)
Wednesdays: 7:30 to 10:30am
Sundays: 7:30am to noon and
3:00 to 4:30pm.
Come visit with friends and
make new ones!
If you would like to use Holy Grounds
for your next parish group meeting,
please contact Ron Hoverstad at
rhoverstad@sbcglobal.net.
Italian Catholic Federation
Branch 395
Church of the Presentation
1515 W. Benjamin Holt
Polenta ~ Chicken Cacciatore Dinner
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Community Center
No-Host Cocktails at 5pm
Dinner at 6pm
Donations-Adults $20 ~ Children 5-12 years $10
(Children under 5 are free.)
Raffle and Silent Auction
Also featuring the Live Auction of a
Gourmet Dinner for Eight
prepared by Msgr. Larry
Information regarding ticket purchases will be
provided in future bulletins. For more information, call Karen Rosson at 209-465-8074.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CHURCH OF THE PRESENTATION
Position: Preschool Teacher, part-time 10-month
position
Responsibilities: The professional Early Childhood
Educator actively engages children, works under the
supervision of and in collaboration with the Site Supervisor to develop and maintain a quality program
that nurtures the whole child in a faith-filled environment, sparks imagination and discovery, builds
self-esteem, fosters learning through play, empowers children and encourages parent involvement.
Application: The application is available online at
www.presentationchurch.net.
Please submit current Child Development Permit,
application, cover letter and resume to Marijayne
Patterson at earlychild@presentationchurch.net or
6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207.
Open until filled