St. Francis of Assisi Parish January18, 2015 • Second Sunday in Ordinary Time ...................................................................................... Come to the Waters of Life! 5:15 pm Mass Gregory Adan Walls Kane John Phillip Stevens Eli Cristiano Hunley 7:30 am Mass – No Baptisms – 9:30 am Mass Jobe Zachary Rosecrans Emmett Matthew Gleason Noon Mass Yoselyn Lilliana Perez-Salinas Weekend Masses Saturday Vigil 5:15 pm Sunday 7:30 am, 9:30 am, Noon Weekday Masses (in St. Clare Chapel) 12:10 pm Reconciliation Saturdays 4:00 - 5:00 pm or by appointment Church Hours M-Th 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Fri 9:00 am - 1:30 pm Opportunities and Information Catholic School Advisory Commission Nominations Adult Faith Formation Presents... The Book of Ruth and the Status of Women in the Old Testament A re you a registered member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish? Do you have a strong and posi ve commitment to Catholic school educa on and knowledge of the concept of “shared responsibility?” Nomina ons are now being accepted for the St. Francis Elementary Catholic School Advisory Commission (CSAC), for a twoyear term. Presenter: Robert Platzner, PhD Wednesday, January 28 7:00 pm in Brunsman, Hall T he Book of Ruth is one of the shortest books of the Old Testament, and also one of the most endearing, but it reveals an abundance of informa on about the place of women in Israelite society, while raising interes ng ques ons about laws and customs affec ng marriage, courtship and property. Though set incongruously within the period of the Judges, the Book of Ruth portrays an almost idyllic society in which strangers and the poor are treated with kindness and respect, and daughters-in-law express nothing but love and devo on for their mothers-in-law — obviously, a world very different from our own! Guided by Franciscan values, the CSAC advises Fr. Ken and Principal Ivan Hrga about opportunities and goals in these areas: Planning, Policy Development, Finances, Facilities Management, Marketing and Development. Members par cipate in all scheduled mee ngs, which are normally held monthly, but may also include ad hoc special mee ngs and execu ve mee ngs. Addi onally, you would be expected to a end the Diocesan "New School Advisory Commission Members' Workshop." Dr. Robert Platzner is an Emeritus Professor of Humanies and Religious Studies from California State University, Sacramento, where he taught for 36 years. He is the author of several books and numerous ar cles in Religious Studies, including an Introduc on to the Old Testament. If you are interested, please complete and submit a nomina on form (available on the school webiste or from the Parish Center) in a sealed envelope to St. Francis Parish, 1066 26th St., Sac 95816, a n: Fr. Ken Laverone, OFM. School Open House and Pancake Breakfast Save the Date! Sunday, January 25 Parish Lenten Retreat with Mary Beth Ingham, CSJ Pancake Breakfast: 8:00 - 12:00pm Open House: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Monday-Wednesday, February 23-25 in the Schoool Cafeteria M ary Beth Ingham, CSJ is an outstanding presenter and scholar. In addi on to giving retreats, she teaches at the Franciscan School of Theology, and she taught for many years at Loyola Marymount University, where she was chair of the Philosophy Department and Professor of Philosophy. She received the President’s Fritz B. Burns Teaching Medal in 2000. Books she has wri en include: Rejoicing in the Works of the Lord: Beauty in the Franciscan TradiƟon (2010) and Scotus for Dunces: An IntroducƟon to the Subtle Doctor (2003). C ome join the fun and celebrate Catholic Schools’ Week with coffee, pancakes, bacon, fresh fruit and more. Tickets purchased in advance from the school: $4.00 Child | $6.00 Adult. Tickets purchased at the door: $5.00 Child | $7.00 Adult. Visit our classrooms a erwards, and see why we’re so proud of our school! New Year... New Opportunity Sundays, 11:00-11:45 am in the Parish Center “Mary Beth Ingham, CSJ is one of those rare teachers who knows her subject inside and out—and can explain it in a way that everyone can understand. We are very lucky to have her present a retreat here at St. Francis. Just ask Fr. Ken or Sr. Claire or members of our parish staff who have had the pleasure of a ending one (or more) of her presenta ons/ retreats.” —Fran Anderson J oin us as we reflect upon and deepen our understanding of each Sunday's Gospel and how Jesus' message applies to our lives today. More info: Mary Myrick (536-9753). 2 th Annual Mardi Gras Gala Fundraiser MARDI GRAS GALA Saturday, January 31 What’s New This Year? 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center (500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento) Mardi Gras Mask Contest! • The winner, as decided by our “Mystery Judge,” will take home a nice prize! • Everyone who wears or brings his/her own mask is invited to par cipate and join in the fun! Last day to make your reservation: Monday, January 19! T his important parish fundraiser benefits our Step Ministry, our outreach program to our homeless brothers and sisters, as well as other parish programs. For more informa on or to purchase your ckets: www.s rancisparish.com: click calendar then special events; or call Galen (443-8084 x 114), or use the registra on form below. $60 per person. Do you have special dietary needs? A n excellent dinner is planned for our gala. The main course is Chicken Piccata. If you are gluten intolerant we can request that the chicken not be ba ered. If you are a vegetarian, we can request a vegetable medley. If you require a gluten-free or vegetarian plate, please contact: Pam Caballero (4438084 x105 or pamelac@s rancisparish.com) no later than January 25. Professional Photos! • A las ng memory of this wonderful evening captured in a professional 5x7 photograph that you will be able to take home with you. • Individuals, couples, groups—or your table of ten! • Taken in front of a Mardi Gras backdrop. • No charge for 5x7 print. Look for more “WHATS NEW” informaƟon in upcoming bulleƟns! Mardi Gras Gala Reservation Form Mail with Check, Money Order, or Credit Card Info to: Mardi Gras Gala, St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1066 26th St., Sacramento, CA 95816 Method of Payment (check one): Name: (Please Print) [ ] Check or Money Order (Make payable to St. Francis Parish) [ ] Credit Card Address: State: City: Zip: Credit Card No: Name on Card: Phone: (Please Print) Signature: Email: Quantity: x $60.00 /person = $ Expiration Date: Today’s Date: 3-digit security number (on back of card): Thank You! Your Financial Support It Takes a Village REGULAR GIVING (Offertory) A s the Christmas season drew to a close last weekend with the Bap sm of the Lord, our hearts overflow with gra tude at how beau fully we celebrated Advent and Christmas here at St. Francis! A special round of applause and hear elt thanks to all who: (Includes direct deposit and online donaƟons) January 4 Year-to-date (7/1/2014-1/10/2015) Last year $ Change % Change $23,848 $368,530 358,502 10,028 2.8% DESIGNATED DONATIONS • (Includes direct deposit and online donaƟons) • • Building Fund (includes ONE Campaign 25% share) Dona ons to date (7/1/2014-1/10/2015) Last year $ Change % Change $48,087 33,283 14,804 44.5% • • Step Ministry Dona ons to date (7/1/2014-1/10/2015) Last year $ Change % Change $28,887 28,990 -103 -.4% Francis House (January 2015) • • • • • $1,833 ONE CAMPAIGN: December 2014 Update Goal: Pledged & One-Time Gi s: % of Goal: # of gi s: % par cipa on: May God bless your new year with peace and joy! $653,833 $464,613 70.8% 248 15.5% Deborah, Peggy, Skip, and the Liturgy Team Auction Items Needed Prayer Requests H elp support our Mardi Gras fundraiser and make it an even bigger success through your dona ons of items for our Silent Auc on. What to donate? Think in terms of “What would I like to have?”—or “What did I buy or receive but haven’t used, that someone else might like?” Here are a few items that most folks “shopping” at a silent auc on find very appealing: Pray for Our Brothers and Sisters Who Are Ill or in Pain Fermin Perez, Sr.; Mary Ellen Davis Roger Post, Juanita Gu errez Who Have Been Called to Eternal Life • • • • • • • • • • • May they rest in peace Mass Intentions for this Week Jan. 18 Sun. Jan. 19 Jan. 21 Jan. 22 Jan. 23 7:30am 9:30am Noon Mon. 12:15pm Wed. 12:15pm Thur. 12:15pm Fri. 12:15pm FMU (for Franciscan Missions) Pro Populo (for parishioners) Aaron and Jasmine Wayne Corry Lavell † Peter Vartanian † Inga Mar † Maureen D. Douglass † o request that your loved one be added to our prayer request list, please contact Galen Unruh, Director of Outreach (443-8084 x114 or GalenU@s rancisparish.com). To request a Mass Inten on, please contact SJeanay Willis Bolden, Parish Secretary (443-8084 or SJeanayB@s rancisparish.com). Put up the Advent and Christmas environment week by week Changed the purple of Advent into the gold of Christmas Made sure the church was clean and vacuumed for every celebra on Stood at the doors with a warm welcoming smile invi ng everyone in Proclaimed and enacted the Christmas story for our Family Mass on Christmas Eve Served up the sumptuous feast of God’s Word Fed us with Christ’s body and blood Served at the table of the Lord Helped us raise our voices in angelic chorus Led us in prayer with the movement of their bodies, bearing the light T 4 Time shares or vaca on homes Travel packages (from day trips to week vaca ons) Weekend Hotel “stayca on” packages Collector’s items Art Pieces (original or print) Wine (Premium or vintage) Golf ou ng packages Spor ng event ckets Restaurant dining cer ficates Limousine trip cer ficates Gi Baskets (these are always a big favorite) Whatever you can provide will be appreciated. If you have something that you would like to donate, or know someone who does, please contact Galen (443-8084 x114 or galenu@s rancisparish.com). Deadline for donaƟons: Monday, January 19. Thank you! Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January -) T Prayers for Christian Unity oday we begin the annual week of prayer for Chris an unity. The theme for 2015 is: “The Woman at the Well” and Jesus’ words to her: “Give me a drink.” (John 4:7). G od, Spring of the Living Water, Help us to understand that the more we join together the pieces of our ropes, the more deeply our buckets reach into your divine waters! Awaken us to the truth that the gi s of the other are an expression of your unfathomable mystery. And make us sit at the well together to drink from your water which gathers us in unity and peace. We ask this in the name of your son Jesus Christ, who asked the Samaritan woman to give him water for his thirst. Amen. Evening of Ecumenical Prayer and Fellowship Wednesday, January 21 7:30pm Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament T he Diocese of Sacramento and congrega ons represen ng a number of Chris an denomina ons will come together for a service to be held as part of the observance of the 2015 Annual Week of Prayer for Chris an Unity. Auxiliary Bishop Myron J. Co a will introduce the worship service, and a guest speaker will address the theme: “The Woman at the Well” and Jesus’ words to her: “Give me a drink.” (John 4:7). G od of life, who cares for all crea on, and calls us to jus ce and peace, May our security not come from arms, but from respect. May our force not be of violence, but of love. May our wealth not be in money, but in sharing. May our path not be of ambi on, but of jus ce. May our victory not be from vengeance, but in forgiveness May our unity not be in the quest of power, but in vulnerable witness to do your will. Open and confident, may we defend the dignity of all crea on, sharing, today and forever, the bread of solidarity, jus ce and peace. This we ask in the name of Jesus, your holy Son, our brother, who, as vic m of our violence, even from the heights of the cross, gave forgiveness to us all. Amen. The service is sponsored by the Diocesan Ecumenical Commission. The theme and text for each year’s observance of the Week of Prayer for Chris an Unity are chosen and prepared by representa ves of the Pon fical Council for Promo ng Chris an Unity and representa ves of the World Council of Churches. The interna onal texts are developed, adapted and published for use in the USA by the Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Ins tute. h p://www.geii.org/ week_of_prayer_for_chris an_unity/. Franciscans for Justice F i y-two years ago, Mar n Luther King, Jr. proclaimed at the end of his famous “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington D.C., “...and when we allow freedom ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, black men and white men, Jews and Gen les, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual: Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!” These and other prayers, plus informa on about the Week of Prayer for Chris an Unity, may be found at h p:// www.geii.org/week_of_prayer_for_chris an_unity/. Welcome New Parishioners 50 years ago, in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Wa s, two white police officers pulled over a black driver, and residents say the cops needlessly roughed him up in the street. The melee at the traffic stop grew into six days of riots, where more than 34 people died, 1,000 were wounded and 3,000 were arrested. 50 years ago.... Ma hew and Jennifer Gross and daughter Ellie Daniel Hurth and Rosalva De La Cruz and daughter Chris na Kevin and Pauline Manning 2014 was a year of news filled with racial injus ce and protests (a vast majority of which were nonviolent). Racism is s ll brewing. Angela Marin Hilary Nguyen Al Roche and Jim Green Jesus turned and saw them following him and said to them, “What are you looking for?” (John 1:38a). What are you looking for in 2015? Consider this resource: The Mar n Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, Atlanta: www.thekingcenter.org. Barbara and William Ross 5 Jessica and Robert Schneider and sons Bransen and Jackson Ongoing: All Are Welcome Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) Young Adults Sundays during the Liturgy of the Word at our 9:30am Mass, children K-4th grade are escorted from the church to the Parish Center Chapel by an adult catechist for CLOW. No registra on required. Parents may accompany their children. If you are in your 20’s or 30’s, come try out our young adults groups called Chris an Life Communi es (CLC), where you will become part of a young adult community (approximately 4 - 10 people). There is no commitment—just a end once and go from there. Our CLCs are based on Igna an as well as Franciscan spirituality and are a place for growth, companionship, and transforma on. More info: Patrice at YoungAdults@s rancisparish.com. Church Tours 4th Sundays a er Noon Mass. Communion Visitation To request a visit for you or a loved one, please email: SFCommunionVisita on@gmail.com. Please include your phone number in your email. Or call Galen (443-8084 x114). Other Opportunities Contemplative Prayer Wounded Warrior Retreat Mondays 6:00 pm in the Parish Center Chapel. Tuesdays a er 12:10 pm Mass in St. Clare Chapel. February 6-8 “Walking with St. Francis: The Journey of a Wounded Warrior,” with Fr. Conrad Targonski, Captain, CHC, USN (re red), Greg Masiello, PhD, and Sr. Kathleen Osbelt, OSF. Franciscan Renewal Center, Sco sdale, AZ. All veterans and ac ve duty service members are welcome. More info: www.thecasa.org or Sandra (602) 881-4478. Gospel Series Sundays 11:00 -11:45 am in the Parish Center. Reflecon and medita on on the gospel. Sponsored by the Peace & Jus ce Commi ee. More info: Mary Myrick (536-9753). Healing Prayer World Marriage Day - Renewal of Vows Healing Prayer ministers are available to pray for you or your loved ones. Email your prayer pe ons to healingprayer@ s rancisparish.com, or call the parish office (443-8084). February 21 Bishop Jaime Soto will preside at a special 11:00 am Mass at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in which married couples may renew their wedding vows. An informal recep on for couples and their families will follow. Special cer ficates will be given to couples celebra ng milestone anniversaries (10, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 50+). If you are interested in a ending this free event, please register (names and anniversary year) at www.SacWMD.com. More info: Dept. of Evangeliza on and Catechesis at (916) 733-0123. High School Youth Ministry High School Youth Ministry meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 6:00-8:00pm in the Parish Center. Light dinner provided. Don’t forget to bring a friend! Hospitality Sundays a er 9:30am Mass join us for coffee and donuts in Brunsman Hall. Rachel's Vineyard: Healing After Abortion Retreat Library Hours February 6-8 This unique and effec ve experience presents the mercy and compassion of God and is extremely helpful for those struggling with feelings of shame, anger, or grief—or for those who have not forgiven themselves or others. Open to women, men, couples, and family members touched by abor on. The cost is $175 per person. Financial assistance is available. More info: Paula (916) 733-0161 or projectrachel@ scd.org. Inquiries and par cipa on are strictly confiden al. Thursdays, Noon-2:00pm and 1st and 3rd Sundays, 8:30-11:30am in the Parish Center. Nursery Program Sundays: Child care (staffed by an adult and teen helpers) for children ages 1-3 during 9:30 am Mass in the room opposite the cafeteria on the first floor of our school on the Sundays when Faith Forma on classes are in session. Registra on is on-site. Prayer Service Weekly Readings Mondays: Led by our school children at 8:10am in the church (when school is in session). All are welcome! Sunday: Taizé Prayer Wednesdays: 6:00-7:00pm, in the church. T’ai Chi Chih Saturdays 9:05am in St. Clare Chapel or, weather permi ng, in the park across from the church. Wednesdays 6:00pm in the church (during Taizé Prayer). Thomas Merton Circle Meets bi-monthly. Refreshments provided. More info: John (482-6976). 6 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20; Jn 1:35-42 Monday: Heb 5:1-10; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday: Heb 6:10-20; Ps 111:1-2, 4-5, 9, 10c; Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday: Heb 7:1-3, 15-17; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 3:1-6 Thursday: Heb 7:25 — 8:6; Ps 40:7-10, 17; Mk 3:7-12, or any of a number of readings for the Day of Prayer Friday: Heb 8:6-13; Ps 85:8, 10-14; Mk 3:13-19 Saturday: Heb 9:2-3, 11-14; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Mk 3:20-21 Sunday: Jon 3:1-5, 10; Ps 25:4-9; 1 Cor 7:29-31; Mk 1:14-20 Parish Information St. Francis Parish Center Ofϐices: 1066 26th Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 • Phone: 916.443.8084 Fax: 916.443.7356 • Website: www.stfrancisparish.com • Office Hours: MON-FRI, 9AM-5PM St. Francis Elementary School: 2500 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 • Phone: 916.442.5494 Website: www.stfranciselem.org • Office Hours: MON–THUR, 8AM–4PM and FRI, 8AM-2PM (during the School Year) Pastor Associate Pastor Principal Pastoral Associate Director of Liturgy Director of Faith Formation Director of Outreach Administrative Associate Plant Manager Office Assistant Parish Secretary Bookkeeper Communion Visitation Ministry Coordinator Infant Baptism Coordinator Library Coordinator Membership Coordinator Parish Council Chair Young Adults Ministry Coordinator Youth Ministry Coordinator In Residence at the Friary: Ken Laverone OFM Sebas an Sandoval, OFM Kjlofm@s rancisparish.com Sebas anS@s rancisparish.com x115 x111 Ivan Hrga Principal@s ranciselem.org Peggy Chambers, OMC PeggyC@s rancisparish.com x103 Deborah Jones DeborahJ@s rancisparish.com x110 Skip Bacon SkipB@s rancisparish.com x112 Galen Unruh GalenU@s rancisparish.com x114 Fran Anderson FranA@stfrancisparish.com x102 Joe Prassa JoeP@s rancisparish.com x107 Pamela Caballero PamelaC@s rancisparish.com x105 SJeanay Willis Bolden SJeanayB@s rancisparish.com Jacquie Embs JEmbs@s rancisparish.com Peggy Briggs SFCommunionVisita on@gmail.com Carol Spinella InfantBap sm@s rancisparish.com Pat Pavone Library@s rancisparish.com Christelle Cobian Membership@s rancisparish.com Michelle Hernandez-Flores ParishCouncil@s rancisparish.com Patrice Clemons YoungAdults@s rancisparish.com Traci Bean StFrancisTeens@gmail.com 916-442-5494 x104 x302 x101 Ray Bucher, OFM • Ken Laverone, OFM • Sebas an Sandoval, OFM Mark Schroeder, OFM • John Summers, OFM Register as a Member of Our Parish • Update Contact Information Name 1: Name 2: (Last Name, First Name) (Last Name, First Name) Address: (Street Address) (City, State) Home Phone: ( ) Work Phone: ( Cell Phone: ( ) E-Mail: Mass you attend: [ ] 5:15 [ ] 7:30 Children’s Names [ ] 9:30 [ ] Noon PđĊĆĘĊ place this form in the collec on basket or • Mail it: 1066 26th St., Sacramento CA 95816 • Fax it: 916-443-7356 or • Register online: www.s rancisparish.com/membership.htm (Zip Code) ) M/F Date of Birth Grade G ILBERT CPA. COM HARRY A. NAUMAN & SON L AN D PARK F U N E RAL C HAPE L Income Tax: Personal, Business, Estates & Trusts 452-6157 Thomas M. Gilbert, MBA, CPA Edward E. Straine, CPA 4041 FREEPORT BLVD., SACRAMENTO Pre-Need Arrangement Plans Available Lic. #FD366 Tel: 916.646.6464 LOWER YOUR MORTGAGE PAYMENT TODAY! 916-453-7533 CALL NOW! BRE# 01399278 NMLS# 5097 Kristy Dwyer 916-761-8585 • www.wingwoman.net $100 OFF Services UPTON AIR INC. Laura Jensen Siddique Air Conditioning • Heating Financial and Insurance Services CA Ins. Lic. # 0781962 916-721-0262 New York Life Insurance Company Licensed Agent 3325 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 Tel. 916 457-6747 Fax 916 457-2506 ljsiddique@ft.newyorklife.com Se habla Español Residential • Commercial CA Lic #996051 Mercy McMahon Terrace Assisted Living At It’s Best 3865 J Street Sacramento 916-733-6510 RCFE #340312763 www.mercymcmahonterrace.org E S PA Ñ O L ALG —Since 1923— ITALIAN RESTAURANT $10 OFF Total Dinner Orders of $30 or more Banquets Available Wheelchairs Body Braces Compression Socks Bath Safety Incontinence Supplies & More 1500 W. El Camino Ave., Ste.14 Sacramento, CA 95833 457-1936 916.921.1054 58th & Folsom Blvd. www.myhomemedsupplies.com Mitch Abdallah ABDALLAH LAW GROUP, P.C Bankruptcy Personal Injury Real Estate Immigration Phn 916-446-1974 Fax 916-446-3371 555 Capitol Mall Ste 766 - Sac CA 95814 www.AbdallahLawGroup.com A way for you to partner with service providers who support your parish through their sponsorship of the parish bulletin. www.PALUCHPARTNERS.com PUCCI’S PHARMACY McDONALD PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING • SACRAMENTO’S MIDTOWN PRESCRIPTION CENTER • 2821 J STREET SACRAMENTO, CA 95816 • Residential • Commercial • Service • Installation 266-7875 www.mcdonaldphac.com License #387145 Serving Sacramento Area Since 1957 THOMAS S. NELSON Owner - Pharmacist (916) 442-5891 FAX (916) 442-4432 PROTECTING SENIORS NATIONWIDE PUSH TALK ........... 24/7 HELP Mexican Food ........... $19.95*/Mo. + 1 FREE MONTH After Church Enjoy our Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner ➢ No Long-Term Contracts ➢ Price Guarantee ➢ A+ Rating with BBB Open 7 Days a Week TOLL FREE: 1-877-801-8608 2416 K Street Sacramento *First Three Months (916) 443-6919 Come Sail Away on a 7-night Catholic Exotic Cruise. Prices begin at $1045 per couple which includes all port fees and taxes. Daily Mass and Rosary offered. Deposit of only $100 per person will reserve your cabin. Space is limited. Thanks and God Bless, Brian or Sally, coordinators 860.399.1785 238350 St Francis of Assisi Church www.jspaluch.com an Official Travel Agency of AOS-USA For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-231-0805
© Copyright 2024