Catholic Community of Saint Patrick

Catholic Community of Saint Patrick
Saint Patrick Church • 3109 Sacramento Street • Placerville
Saint James Church • 2831 Harkness Street • Georgetown
Seventh Sunday
in Ordinary Time
Catholic Spirituality Matters
February 23, 2014
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil • 4:00 PM
Sunday • 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM
Monday - Friday • 8:30 AM
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Sunday • 10:00 AM
SPANISH MASS
Misas en Español
Domingo • 12:30 PM • Placerville
Miércoles • 6:30 PM • Placerville
Reconciliation
St. Patrick Church, Placerville
Saturday • 3:00-4:00 PM
St. James Church, Georgetown
Sunday before 10:00 AM Mass
Our Mission
As an assembly empowered by the glory
of the Resurrection, we are committed
to one another and to the tradition of
the Catholic Church in celebrating the
Seven Sacraments, the Sacred Liturgy,
proclaiming the Good News through
Education, sustaining the community of
Faith, and promoting Charity, Peace and
Justice for all people,
now and forever.
Baptism
Must be registered in parish.
Parents and godparents are required
to attend a pre-Baptism class.
English class:
First Sunday of the month
at 7:00 PM
Clase en Español:
El tercer viernes de cada mes
a las 7:00 PM
Sacrament of Marriage
A couple wishing to be married
in St. Patrick Parish must contact
the parish six months prior
to the intended wedding date.
At this moment the sun illuminates the verdant landscape in my yard. A delightful chorus of songbirds fills
the air. A plump grey squirrel with a mouthful of pine
needles scampers up the nearby Ponderosa Pine tree
where its nest is taking shape. My neighbors’ daffodils
have emerged. The buds on some ornamental trees are
burgeoning.
I know it’s midwinter, but it feels like springtime! Is
something in nature out of sync? These sights and sounds
remind me that Lent and Easter are on the horizon. Is that
possible? My Christmas poinsettia is still in bloom!
Catholic spirituality matters revolve around Easter. Yes,
revolve! In fact, Easter, a moveable liturgical feast, depends
for its date on the revolution of the earth around the sun.
We celebrate Easter annually on the first Sunday after the
first full moon of spring, this year, April 20th.
We determine the start of Lent by counting backwards 40 days from Holy Saturday (skipping Sundays,
which are not days of penance). Doing so takes us to
Ash Wednesday, which is next week, March 5th.
Are you aware that the ashes used for signing your
forehead are from the burnt palms of last year’s Palm
Sunday? Here at St. Patrick Parish all have been invited
to gather up old palms and bring them to church this
week to be used for this year’s ashes.
Receiving ashes has been a very popular devotion
among Catholics for as long as I can remember. In recent
years, even some non-Catholic Christians have started
observing Ash Wednesday! Lenten spirituality prepares us
for celebrating Easter. This preparation focuses on three
disciplines: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It is these practices that help us overcome sinful habits and spiritual
weaknesses that draw us away from God. They help us battle temptations. It’s a good time now to think and to pray
about the specific Lenten practices that you want to adopt.
Lord, Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner!
Ruth Ann Pilney, T.O. Carm.
Séptimo Domingo del
Tiempo Ordinario
Catholic Community of Saint Patrick
Clergy
Rev. Hernando Gomez-Amaya, Pastor ............................. 622.0373
Rev. Walter Tabios, Parochial Vicar.................................. 622.0373
Rev. Mr. Manuel Ocon, Diacono................................. 916. 541.3237
Parish Staff
Business Manager, Sandee Macedo......................................
Parish Secretary, Jeanne Rheault..........................................
Religious Education Director, Kathy Kasnic.........................
R.C.I.A. Director, Brian Smith...................................................
Choir Director, Cindy Flaherty..................................................
Youth Ministry, Elizabeth Frey-Thomas..................................
Fax, Parish Office................................................................................
622.0373
622.0373
622.7692
306.5701
333.7767
368.1388
621.7770
Parish Organizations and Ministries Contacts
Parish Council President, Al & Hope Cuellar.................... 644.4390
Altar Servers Coordinator, Pete Chavez............................ 626.3450
Asociación Guadalupana, Paula Gallegos Grady............. 647.1202
Hispanic Community, Maria Quintero………………….. 621.4848
Baptismal Information & Preparation................................ 622.0373
Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Sue Mosbacher................... 622.4443
Catholic Golden Age, Luana Zylla ..............................
295.3823
Grief and Loss, Carol Davis……………………………………
748.9337
Holy Spirit Charismatic Prayer Group, Brian Smith… 306.5701
Knights of Columbus, Peter Nolan, Grand Knight ……… 642.0239
Golden Sierra 3345 Assembly, Dick Pacileo.................... 622.2022
Ladies Society, Sheila Tavano, President........................... 344.7369
Legion of Mary, Bertha Vargas..................................................... 621.2252
Catholic Scripture Study, Brian Smith………..…................ 306.5701
Ministry to the Sick, Larry Koncewicz........................... 916. 996.8962
Mother Teresa Maternity Home............................................. 295.8006
St. James Society, Lisa Patterson, President.................... 333.2292
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Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Don, Jeannette Boltz 647.9749
Vocations Committee, Gloria Merjil....................................... 306.4902
Parish Calendar, http://calendar.yahoo.com/saint.patrick@sbcglobal.net
Parish Website.....................................................http://www.stpatpv.org
FAITHWORKS NEWS…
For Faithworks information please call
or text Elizabeth at 530.369.1388. Find
FAITHWORKS on Facebook, and on our
new Twitter feed, StPFaithworks
We welcome new families to
our Parish. Please register as
soon as possible and notify the
parish office of moves or address
changes. Please note if you
would like the convenience of
Sunday envelopes as the
ordinary means of meeting your
obligations to your Parish.
23 de febrero de 2014
TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE
Aún lo recuerdo, estaba viajando en el metro
de la ciudad de Roma cuando subieron dos
mujeres con niños. Vestían como si fueran a
una fiesta de disfraces. Noté que todas las
personas las evitaban. Eran gitanas, esas a
las que mi mamá y mis tías me iban a dar si
no me portaba bien. Los gitanos no tienen
una buena reputación entre las naciones. Tienen la misma reputación de los pastores de
Palestina que vivieron en tiempos de Jesús.
Se piensa que son ladrones e inmorales,
gente a la que hay que tenerle miedo. Sin embargo, decimos que Jesús es nuestro Buen
Pastor. En Jesús, todas las personas que
jamás creeríamos capaces de alcanzar la santidad, lo logran. Tal es el caso del Pelé o Zeferino Jiménez, un gitano que en 1936 fue
fusilado por militares españoles. El motive de
su muerte fue la enseñanza y difusión de la fe
en Cristo. Su muerte fue la cumbre de una
vida de fe como franciscano seglar. El ejemplo
de vida que este Gitano nos dio, logró hacer
que los españoles lo respetaran yolvidaran
sus prejuicios en contra de su gente. Además
de eso, evangelizó a sus hermanos gitanos.
—Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, © J. S. Paluch Co.
PERDÓN
Aquel que no puede perdonar a los demás
rompe el puente que deberá cruzar para alcanzar el cielo; porque todos tienen la necesidad de ser perdonados.
—George Herbert
CREENCIAS FIRMES
Creencias firmes ganan a personas fuertes y
las hace más fuertes.
—Walter Bagehot
Parish Registration and Change of Address
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
We wish to remind all parishioners that on Saturday, March 15th, our Council will be holding
our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance in Gurnell Hall after the 4:00 PM Mass. As you are
probably well aware of, our Brother Knights are selling tickets to the event after all Masses. Please
remember to purchase your tickets as soon as possible, so that the organizers will know how
much Corned Beef and Cabbage to order. Those of us who attended last year probably remember
that the meal was both plentiful and delicious. So put aside your Lenten observations and end of
winter malaise, and come have a traditional and wonderful Irish Feast with all the good things
that will make it a memorable evening with friends. This is a fund raiser for our Council; the net
proceeds will be used to further our charitable works here in our beautiful Placerville home area.
Tickets are only $15.00.
Those Brother Knights who are planning to complete their 4th Degree this April 4th should
be aware that the Mens’ Wearhouse has negotiated a special deal where you can purchase a new
tuxedo along with pleated shirt, bow tie, cummerbund, and shoes, for approximately $165.00!
The person to contact at the Citrus Heights store is Ross Miller. It takes about 4 to 6 weeks for your
order to be delivered; expedience is of the essence. Ross Miller can be reached at 916.722.3900.
The Golden Sierra Assembly will be meeting in Gurnell Hall at their regular 4th Thursday time of
6:30. All 4th Degree Sir Knights are encouraged to attend.
Lastly, we welcome three new 1st Degree Brother Knights; let us warmly welcome Brother Ace
Anaya, Brother Cruz Hernandez, and Brother Brad Scalise. WELCOME, BROTHER KNIGHTS!
Writing for the Knights, Rick Hennessy
VIVAT JESUS
CONCERT AT ST. PATRICK
The Vocation Committee at St. Patrick parish presents a family friendly musical event! Michael
James Mette will be sharing his music with our community on Saturday, April 5, at 6:30 p.m. in
Gurnell Hall. Michael is a Catholic musician and speaker who travels the country sharing his
music and faith. His music is a modern reflection of his faith blending alternative rock with faith
based lyrics. Michael has been married to his wife Michelle for the past 14 years, and is the father
to Annie (10), Trinity (8), Charity (6), Cecilia (5), and Michael Jr. (3). This concert is funded by freewill donations but only 250 can attend due to the size of the hall. RSPVs are requested. Tickets will
be at Will-Call at the event.
GIFT SHOP
Increase your prayer life for Lent. The little black prayer books are in stock at the Gift Shop. They
are available in English or Spanish.
RCIA NEWS
If you would like to know more about RCIA (Christian Initiation for Adults) or what it means to be
Catholic, or are new to the faith...or if you would simply like to enrich your faith, then the RCIA program
is for you! For more details please contact me: Brian Smith @ 530-306—5701 Brilion63@aol.com
DIOCESAN EVENTS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS!
A lot is happening in the Diocese of Sacramento and there are several places where you
can find out the latest and greatest. First, we invite you to follow us by "Liking" our
Facebook page at www.facebook.com/DioceseSacramento. Secondly, you can follow
us on Twitter @SacCatholic. Last but not least, you can visit www.saccatholic.com to
learn about events from all over the diocese. If you have any questions, please send an
email to aignacio@scd.org or call 916-733-0154.
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Gabriella Soares, Ryan
McCarley, Mary Perkins,
Louis Spohn, Kenneth Foley,
Brian Himan, Betty Baer,
Liliana Vernuccio, Anthony
Soto, Abraham Durham, Mike Daly,
Helen Brickley, Harvey & Denise
Fischer, Darlene Cloffen, Kathy
Finnegan, Joan & Edio Delfino, Gloria
Bilodeau, Walter Turner, John Harrison, Rita Flanagan, Vivian Frohreich,
Cathy Nickel, Matthew Schumacher,
Renee Bayard, Ben Yurkovic, Kimberly
Stanley, Melba Leals, Bertha O’Connell,
Diane Schoepf, Emma Katzakian,
Martha Palomar, Priscilla Lavin, Ray
Keaveney, Roberta Doyle, David Rich,
Margaret Springer, Patricia Landry,
Madeline Clare Cashion, Ruth Davis,
Paxton O’Connell, Greg & Cecilia
Varenkamp, Marvin Bukema, Wilma
Jacaban, Bill Hill, Ron Jermstad, Isaiah
Carney, Victor de Spiganovicz, Ramona
Bratton, Anthony Sota, Renee Marshall,
Gail Martin, Edith Korzan, Louise Puthuff, Maria Bridges, Charles Larkin,
Mike Korzan, Steven Bayard, Michelle
White, Cynthia McCarty, Norma Jean
Morgan, Ken Lavin, Paul MacDonald,
Nancy Skiles, Kristal Ruekert, Mathew
Elmore, Beau Torres, Connie Perry, Joel
Foster, Paul Cheek, Jacquelyn Richard,
Julia Smith, Lorna Fay, Peter Saldana,
Ray Bouscal, Frank Deguara, Jeff
Boatman, Kitty Hamilton
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Steven Ellis by Stephanie Ellis
Carmen Deguara by Frank Deguara
Cliff Hayes by Ces Wolary
Jim Kessler by Sheila Tavano
Bernie Chavez by Vince Chavez
ASH WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2014
Mass Schedule
8:30 AM Mass/Distribution of Ashes
12:10 PM Service/Distribution of Ashes
6:15 PM Bilingual Mass/Distribution of Ashes
Stations of the Cross
Every Friday during Lent
6:00 PM English
7:00 PM español
SUNDAY SOCIAL AT ST. PATRICK CHURCH
1st Sunday
2nd Sunday
3rd Sunday
4th Sunday
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:30 PM
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
8:00 AM
10:00
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8:00
10:00
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Franciscan Sisters of Atonement Associates
Faith Formation Group
Hispanic Group
St. Patrick Ladies Society
Youth Group
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast–
No C & D
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast–
No C & D
Catholic Golden Age
Italian Culture Club
CELEBRANTS and LITURGICAL LEADERS
Saturday, 03/01
4:00 PM Mass
Placerville
Celebrant:
Fr. Martin Moroney
Sacristan:
Becky Keith
Lectors:
Ces Wolary
Mary Ellen Comerford
Altar Servers:
Mary Keane
Caitlyn Keane
Nick Romero
Eucharistic Ministers:
Marcia Hartman
Mark Keith
Diane Lagorio
Lynn Le Mere
Dolores Marinko
Maria Mindt
Domingo, 03/02
12:30 PM Misa
en Español,
Placerville
Celebrante:
Fr. Hernando Gomez
Discurso:
Sacristán:
Mirna S. Taylor
Monaguillos:
Omar Torres
Ramiro Torres
Bryan Cruz
Eucarísticas:
Cary Garcia
Lucille Villalobos
Mirna S. Taylor
Bertha Vargaz
Sunday, 03/02
8:00 AM Mass
Placerville
Celebrant:
Fr. Hernando Gomez
Sacristan:
Pete Chavez
Lectors:
Jim Korsen
Bev Korsen
Altar Servers:
N/A
Eucharistic Ministers:
Louise Linhart
Kathy Cope
Greg Desy
Sunday, 03/02
10:00 AM Mass
Placerville
Celebrant:
Fr.Hernando Gomez
Sacristan:
Rosemary Authier
Lectors:
Carolyne White
Maureen Way
Altar Servers:
Paul Voss
Eucharistic Ministers:
Marty Soth
Vaughn Peterson
Andrea Peterson
Tom Kozlowski
Carol Davis
Joe Atencio
Betsy Atencio
Gary Schneider
Sunday, 03/02
10:00 AM Mass
Georgetown
Celebrant:
Fr. Martin Moroney
Lectors:
Prine, Krizl
Altar Servers:
N/A
Eucharistic Ministers:
Bernie
Robert
Ted
LADIES SOCIETY
Now that February is on the way out, can Easter be far behind? Next Wednesday,
March 5 is Ash Wednesday. The time is now to start thinking of your Lenten fasts.
I know we are not supposed to give up our favorite treats, just be kinder and more
loving. But, every year, because I am a chocoholic along with Father Jong, I do
deprive myself of chocolate, the hardest thing in the world for which I must abstain.
This is truly a sacrifice!
During Lent, our ladies will be planning our spring Luncheon to be held on Saturday, May 17
here in Gurnell Hall. Barbara Goyette has graciously agreed to chair this fun filled event.
Any support you may wish to give her will be greatly appreciated. Please jot down this date and
plan to reserve your spot early, maybe even a table full of your favorite people. Also, again we
will have our Easter treats, our most popular Easter Bake Event and Easter baskets offered to
you after all the Masses on the weekend of Palm Sunday, April 12 & 13. I know this is the
weekend of the K of C monthly breakfast but Easter is on April 20, ergo no breakfast that day!
So stop by for breakfast and get your Easter treats on the way out! Our Easter Lilies enhance
our sanctuary each year. I mentioned all these wonderful events so they might brighten up your
spring this year. Such great times in which to look forward.
Sheila Tavano, President
FAITH FORMATION NEWS
New date:
First Reconciliation is now scheduled for Saturday, March 29th at 1:00.
Nueva fecha: Primera Reconciliación ahora está programada para el sábado, 29 de marzo a la 1:00
de la tarde.
First Eucharist remains scheduled for Saturday, May
Primera Eucaristía es Sábado, 10 de mayo a las 10:00 de la mañana.
10th
at
10:00
a.m.
Important Reminder: It is the responsibility of the parents and family members to teach the
children the prayers of our Catholic faith. In class, we simply assess their knowledge. Please
continue helping your child to learn their prayers so that they may feel comfortable and excited
about this accomplishment.
Recordatorio importante: Es la responsabilidad de los padres para enseñar a los niños las oraciones
de nuestra fe católica. En la clase, sólo evaluamos sus conocimientos. Por favor continúe ayudando a su
hijo a aprender sus oraciones para que puedan sentirse cómodos y entusiasmados con este logro.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Monday:
Lunes:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Jas 3:13-18; Ps 19:8-10, 15;
Mk 9:14-29
Jas 4:1-10; Ps 55:7-11a, 23;
Mk 9:30-37
Jas 4:13-17; Ps 49:2-3, 6-11;
Mk 9:38-40
Jas 5:1-6; Ps 49:14-20;
Mk 9:41-50
Jas 5:9-12; Ps 103:1-4, 8-9, 11-12;
Mk 10:1-12
Jas 5:13-20; Ps 141:1-3, 8;
Mk 10:13-16
Is 49:14-15; Ps 62:2-3, 6-9;
1 Cor 4:1-5; Mt 6:24-34
Martes:
Miércoles:
Jueves:
Viernes:
Sábado:
Domingo:
Stgo 3:13-18; Sal 19 (18):8-10, 15;
Mc 9:14-29
Stgo 4:1-10; Sal 55 (54):7-11a, 23;
Mc 9:30-37
Stgo 4:13-17; Sal 49 (48):2-3, 6-11;
Mc 9:38-40
Stgo 5:1-6; Sal 49 (48):14-20;
Mc 9:41-50
Stgo 5:9-12; Sal 103 (102):1-4, 8-9,
11-12; Mc 10:1-12
Stgo 5:13-20; Sal 141 (140):1-3, 8;
Mc 10:13-16
Is 49:14-15; Sal 62 (61):2-3, 6-9;
1 Cor 4:1-5; Mt 6:24-34
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St. James Church
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(530) 333-9432
Masses: Are held on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Dates and times for Holy Day Masses and Special
Observances will be published separately.
Ash Wednesday: Services will be held here at St. James on March 5th at 6:00 p.m.
Stations & Soup: Beginning Friday, March 7th, until Holy Week, we resume our tradition of
faith and fellowship with Stations and Soup. Come join us here at St. James at 6:00 p.m. as we
observe the Stations of the Cross, followed by a comforting dinner of homemade soups and
bread. There is a signup sheet in the foyer if you wish to contribute to the meal. You do not
need to bring something to attend. Please see Mary Mailloux or Michele Wagstrom if you need
more information or have any questions.
Confessions: Are held directly before Mass each Sunday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
St. James Society Meetings: Monthly meetings of the St. James Society are held directly after Mass
on the second Sunday of each month. If you wish to address the Board or have an item placed on
the agenda, it must be received by our President Lisa Patterson in writing no later than the Friday before the meeting at 333.2292 or fairtimeagain@gmail.com.
Donut Sunday: The first Sunday of the month is also "Donut Sunday". For a donation of only $1.00
you can enjoy a fresh delicious donut. All proceeds benefit the St. James Faith Formation.
Blanket Sunday: The first Sunday of each month is “Blanket Sunday”. Donations of nonperishable food items or new or gently used blankets are gratefully accepted by Carmen Krizl. All
donations benefit those in need right here on the Divide.
Baked Goodies: are available on the third Sunday of each month, after Mass – all donations also
benefit the St. James Faith Formation.
Breakfast: Is served the fourth Sunday of each month. For just $4.00 per person or $12.00 for
families you can fill up on a delicious full breakfast while you enjoy the company of your friends and
fellow parishioners.
Cleaning Crew: Meets the third Saturday of each month here at St. James between 10:30 and
11:00 a.m. Please see Mike Weycker if you are interested in helping.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Is held each Wednesday from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. here at
St. James. Prayer requests written in the ledger in the foyer are acted upon each week. Please
contact Mark Spaugh if you have questions.
Scrip: Please stop by the scrip table in Mathias Hall after Mass – we have a wide variety of gift
cards available. And don’t forget – any time you shop at MarVal have them swipe your Community Card! If you don’t have a card, see any cashier at MarVal to sign up.
For information about scheduling the following events at St. James please contact:
Baptisms: Carmen Krizl @ 333-0832, Weddings: Fely Hayes @ 333-4486
Funerals: Carole Silva @ 333-0463, RCIA: Craig & Ann Marie Davis @ 333-2946
If you wish to place an announcement in this bulletin, please contact Michele Wagstrom at 333.1977 or mwagstrom@gtusd.org.
HOW CAN I RECOGNIZE THE CALL TO THE PRIESTLY LIFE?
As with any vocation, there are signs and circumstances which may suggest a call to
holiness worth exploring.
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Enjoy working with people.
Apply yourself diligently to studies or job (people can count on you)
Your relationship with God gives you strength and direction
Love of your Catholic Faith and partaking of the Eucharist
Between the ages of 21 and 40 and open to the challenges of the Catholic church in the 21st
century
 Willing to learn and grow intellectually, spiritually, and psychologically.
Please visit the Diocesan Priestly Vocations website ConsiderPriesthood.com